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I’ve lived by Wollaston Beach for a while now, and I’ve always wondered why it never became more of a beach destination.

The beach itself has so much going for it. You’ve got an amazing view of the Boston skyline, beautiful sunsets, a long stretch that’s always full of people walking, running, biking, and just hanging out on nice days. It’s one of the best waterfront spots this close to the city.

But once you’re actually there, there’s really not much to do. Other than Tony’s and the Clam Box, there aren’t many places that give the area that beach town feel.

I’d love to see a few more casual places along the waterfront. Maybe an ice cream stand, a coffee shop with outdoor seating, a beach bar, live music on summer nights, food trucks, kayak or paddleboard rentals, or even just a few more spots where people can grab a drink and watch the sunset.

I’m not talking about turning it into Revere or Hampton
Beach. I actually like that Wollaston is quieter. It just feels like there’s so much untapped potential to make it a place where people spend an entire afternoon or evening instead of taking a walk and heading home.

Does anyone know if there’s a reason the area has stayed this way? Is it zoning, DCR restrictions, parking, or something else? It feels like one of the most underutilized waterfronts in Greater Boston.

There are currently 2 active wild fires in the blue hills off of wampatuck road. State Forest Fire Control is currently working on both of them over the next few days. These are not controlled burns they are actual incidents. The road will most likely be shut down during the day tomorrow so avoid using wampatuck road.

Does anyone know a good spot that is open today and has good air conditioning?

My AC is not able to keep up so I’m sitting in about 85 degree heat.

(Sorry, I don't know how to post pictures...even in 2026. I'm elderly and single with nobody nearby to ask, but need to learn.)

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I guess the Saturday/Sunday print edition likely has the photos as well, probably on the front page.

Hadn't heard of this beach event...it says it's an unofficial fireworks display. But then how did so many people know to attend? I guess it's yearly with the unofficial fireworks and locals simply know about the tradition.

I guess the unofficial fireworks are allowed...just that the town doesn't sponsor the event and thus doesn't pay for the fireworks...and likely doesn't staff with police and EMS?

Nice photos...and that's why it's important to still have, and pay for, a local news source like the Patriot Ledger, right?

Seems very local, but the photo captions noted people from other towns attended as well. It's hyper local and word of mouth, apparently.

For the unaware, the principals and secretaries of all schools are required to stay an extra week after the final day for students. Custodians, however, are there year round. With the extreme heat on Thursday, Superintendent Mulvey let the principals and secretaries go home extra early. The custodians, however, were not given this luxury. Again, for the unaware, summer custodial work consists of moving furniture out of classrooms in order to strip the floors of old wax, lay down new wax, and moving the furniture back into the classrooms. Hard labor, all in the summer heat. With all due respect to principals and secretaries working in the same heat, they pretty much sit at a desk doing paperwork and answering emails. Granted, there are roofers and landscapers working under the sun who don't get a break at all, but how does Mulvey justify giving two out of three of his workers an early release?

Hi do you guys know any places are good for study that is quiet and chill. I am the type of person cant really work at home, I can focus a lot more when I am working outside. I usually go to the Crane library in Quincy center, but it does close or have limited hours during Friday or weekend. and i am looking for other options now. It would be great if your guys can share some places :)

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Well I decided to stop being bald and I let my hair grow back, fun finding out im grey already. I just moved to Quincy about a month ago, i'd like to find a barber I can visit probably once a week or ever other week. I've got basic white guy hair with a slight recede in the front and I usually go for a high skin-fade all around. Appreciate the recomendations!

Looks like we're stuck with Dave McCarthy

Where can I get packing/moving cardboard boxes (or similar) for free? I’m moving and would like to get for free rather than paying. TIA for any leads!

I need to get some work done over the long weekend, but most place are closed on July 3-5th. Any suggestions for places to work at? I usually go to the TCPL, but they're closed.