Developers Looking to Build Residential Over Commercial

Two of the city's biggest developers recently changed proposals to reduce office space in favor of more residential space.

Looking for a Date? Consider a Wing Woman, Thanks to a South End Entrepreneur

Susan Baxter, a South End resident, has launched a company in Boston that offers you a female counterpart to navigate the bar and social scene in Boston.

Olives and Grace Brings Specialty Hand-Made Gifts to Tremont Street

For South End specialty gift shop owner Sofi Madison, the best, hand-made things come in small packages.

YOUR TURN: Would You Turn Off Your Cell Phone During Dinner for a Discount?

One restaurant in L.A. is offering a 5 percent discount to patrons who ditch their phones during their meal. Would you like to see this in the South End?

Hite Radio Building Demolition To Start on Monday

Developers plan to demolish the Hite Radio building at 1672 Washington St. on August 20th and replace it with a six-story condo building by August 2013.

New Downtown Crossing Plan Would Demolish 1905 Facade

Plan increases residential space and parking but reduces office and retail space.

New Fresh Fruit Market, with an Emphasis on Seasonality, Coming to Columbus Avenue

Snaptop Market, which is slated to open this September, promises to bring expert knowledge of fruits and veggies to customers.

YOUR TURN: What Rumors Have You Heard About the iPhone 5?

It will have a thinner, larger screen? It will cost $800? What else have you heard?

Skilled Union Laborers Leave City as They Age, Creating Problems for Boston Construction Projects

Buildings today are expected to be constructed faster, putting workers in tighter spaces.

Authentic Puerto Rican Eatery Opens on West Dedham Street

Vejigante Restaurant has opened its doors in the South End.

Fresh Fish Now at Copley Farmer's Market Through City's Pilot Program

While Massachusetts has one of the largest seafood industries in the United States, retail access to day-boat fish has been largely non-existent. But a new program is bringing it to farmers' markets across Boston.

Whole Foods to Open South End Store

The new 50,000 square foot supermarket to be built on Harrison Avenue will be the largest Whole Foods store in Boston, and the first full-sized grocery store in the South End neighborhood.

Charts: South Enders Want New Skycrapers in Boston

South End respondents to our non-scientific poll were excited at the prospect of new buildings in Boston, as were resident in other Boston neighborhoods.

Reader's Choice 2012 Nominations Due Today

A bunch of categories still need nominations. Please add yours!

South End Open Houses: July 8-9

Photos and information in this article are uploaded by local realtors and South End Patch.

Open Houses in the South End This Weekend

Photos and information in this article are uploaded by local realtors and South End Patch.

Boston Unemployment Rises Slightly

The state continues to add jobs, though the picture is less clear community to community.

Berkeley Street's Chandler Studios Part of New Hotel Flurry in Boston

At least six notable hotel projects—including one in the South End—expect to open their doors in the next two years.

Boston Organics Celebrates a Decade of Delivering Fresh Food to South End Doorsteps

The organization has grown to include more than 2,000 customers around the Boston area, including South End residents. Founder Jeff Barry talks about how it all got started.

Boston Bridal Week Offers Discounts, Designer Dresses

Four Back Bay bridal shops have everything you need just blocks from each other.

Big Dig Concrete Failing 20 Years Earlier Than Expected

The latest fiasco to surface out of the $14 billion project that put the Central Artery beneath Boston is the contractor's use of concrete better suited for Southern climes instead of durable asphalt capable of handing New England weather.

PHOTOS: New South End Restaurants and Restaurant Expansions

South End Patch reader Richard M. Smith took photos of some gustatory changes coming to the neighborhood.

Union Park Condo Sells for $1.43M

Sold properties in the South End area this week, May 24 - 31

Businesses: Claim Your Listing on Patch, It's Free and Gets You Noticed in the Community

Business owners are encouraged to claim listings in Patch Places to better promote their businesses and inform South End Patch readers.

Boston Unemployment Rate Steady

At 5.5 percent, the city's unemployment rate is below the 5.9 percent statewide rate.

GALLERY: Best of Patch Readers' Choice Winners

Here's a rundown of your favorites in the neighborhood.

South Enders Vote for Foodie's in Our Best Grocery Poll

The Washington Street store ran away with this week's Best of Patch Readers' Choice survey.

Ink Block Development Approved

The Boston Redevelopment Authority announced the approval on Twitter Tuesday night.

POLL: Which South End Grocery do You Prefer?

Vote and leave a positive review to help your favorite win our Best of Patch Readers' Choice survey.

El Centro Goes for Outdoor Seating With Liquor Service

License Board will consider allowing liquor service at a 14-seat patio along Shawmut Street.

Poll Results: Union Named Best Mother's Day Brunch Destination

Union takes its second Best of Patch Readers' Choice title.

POLL: Favorite Mother's Day Brunch Spot in the South End?

Where do you take mom when it's time for mimosas and eggs?

Pickle Lovers Tasting with Root Cellar Preserves

Burnin' Love Sauce Tasting

Meet the Cheesemaker: Mark Robie of Robie Farm

Da Vinci Ristorante Turns Three

Da Vinci Ristorante Turns Three

Union Park Neighborhood Association Wine Tasting

Organic French and Italian Wine Tasting

Oktoberfest Social