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And check out Cape Cod Pottery Trail on the South End Patch calendar

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Good morning South End! We're back in your inbox this morning to keep you in the loop with what's happening in and around town. Grab a cup of coffee and read on. ☕️️

In today's newsletter:

  • How has serious crime in the South End shifted this year?
  • South End loses a 30-year staple as Rome Pizza shuts its doors
  • How this luxe Boston guide puts South End in the spotlight.

Also on today's calendar: Cape Cod Pottery Trail and 11 more events.

Today's riddle: Riddle: David's parents have three sons: Snap, Crackle, and what's the name of the third son? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Saturday: Windy with rain, with a high of 62 and low of 55 degrees.
  • Sunday: Very windy; rain, temps: high: 63, low: 56.
  • Monday: Rain; breezy in the morning, with a high of 61 and low of 55 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• District D-4 sees 4-percent drop from last year (thebostonsun.com) — Crime in the police district that includes the South End is down 4 percent so far this year compared to 2025, even though totals remain slightly above the five-year average. Serious offenses like rape and auto theft have dropped sharply, while domestic aggravated assaults and commercial burglaries have risen, offering residents a nuanced picture of neighborhood safety trends.
   

• Rome Pizza in Boston's South End Has Closed (blogspot.com) — Longtime South End favorite Rome Pizza on Tremont Street has closed after about 30 years in business, according to a message from its owners. The mainly takeout spot, known for pizza, subs, wings, and more, thanked neighborhood customers for their support as they move on to a new chapter, leaving a noticeable gap in local takeout options.
   

• Black Excellence Has Always Had An Address In Boston — Where Luxe Travelers Should Stay, Eat, And Play (travelnoire.com) — Boston's South End gets a special spotlight here, with Bos. Shop South End and nearby Black-owned restaurants and nightlife woven into a luxury-focused itinerary for visitors. The guide walks you through where to stay, dine, shop, and experience Black culture across Beacon Hill, Back Bay, Seaport, Roxbury, and especially the South End, with tips for getting around comfortably.
   

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Ok South End! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: David (Thank you Thomas F. for sending it in!)
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