The L Street Brownies held their annual Polar Plunge in South Boston, maintaining a tradition of cold-water swimming since 1865 while raising funds for local charities.

Boston celebrated New Year's Eve with "First Night Boston" at City Hall Plaza, featuring a carousel, a protest for peace in Gaza, and assurances of public safety. The event offered arts, entertainment, and ended with a fireworks display.

Boston welcomed its first newborns of 2024, with three girls born at midnight. Selena was born at Brigham and Women’s Hospital, and Emily Margaret and Ophelia were born at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center.

Roxbury Community College marked its 50th anniversary with a symposium focusing on education's role in community prosperity, featuring discussions with Boston's leaders on community reform.

Two Dalmatians protected their handler from a coyote attack in Brighton, Boston, with one of the dogs reportedly grabbing a coyote by the neck. All escaped unharmed.

A retired Boston firefighter reunites with a man and his family whom he saved from a fire 45 years ago, expressing mutual gratitude and reflection on the life-saving event.

Boston Police Department's E-13 hosted their 22nd Polar Express Christmas event in Jamaica Plain, distributing over 500 toys to children in need and fostering community spirit.

Boston celebrates Kwanzaa with live music, a fashion show, and a market. Events promote African American culture and the holiday's principles, such as unity and collective responsibility.

The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints set up "Giving Machines" in CambridgeSide mall in Boston, allowing people to donate to charity with a credit card swipe.

St. Francis House in Boston is seeing record attendance amidst a housing crisis, with the city’s homeless population increasing significantly over the year. The shelter plans to build affordable housing with government support.

Following a robbery, the South Boston business Love Child received community support, resulting in record sales. A robber stole vodka and escaped on a moped.

Two sheep escaped from a South Boston church's live nativity scene on Christmas Eve and led police on a chase through the streets before being safely returned.

Cardinal O'Malley delivered a Christmas message in Boston focused on peace and unity amidst global conflict and local division, also emphasizing charity through his actions.