Emily Sweeney

Boston Globe Staff Writer. Media Explorer. Mob Tour Guide.

Award-winning journalist bringing Boston's untold stories to life through multimedia storytelling, civic journalism, and deep dives into the city's most fascinating subcultures. From the MBTA to City Hall Plaza, I capture the pulse of Boston's beating heart.

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Boston's Multimedia Storyteller

I've been covering Boston's most compelling stories for over a decade, from the quirky subcultures that make this city unique to the hard-hitting civic journalism that holds power to account. My work spans traditional print journalism, video storytelling, and innovative digital formats.

I launched the Globe's first video blog, helped shape Boston's early web media landscape, and once arm-wrestled a guy on NECN. Whether I'm leading mob tours through the North End or documenting the MBTA's daily dramas, I'm always looking for the human stories behind the headlines.

15+
Years at Globe
500+
Stories Published
3
Awards Won

Let's Tell Boston's Story Together

Whether you're looking for a speaker, have a story tip, or want to collaborate on a multimedia project, I'm always interested in connecting with fellow Bostonians and media professionals.

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Multimedia storytelling from the Boston Globe and beyond

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Multimedia

Boston's Hidden Stories: The MBTA Chronicles

A deep dive into the daily dramas and human stories behind Boston's public transit system.

Boston GlobeMarch 2025
Emily Sweeney Video
Crime & Culture

Southie's Transformation: From Mob Territory to Tech Hub

How South Boston evolved from its notorious past into one of the city's most desirable neighborhoods.

Boston GlobeFebruary 2025
Emily Sweeney Video
Civic Journalism

City Hall Plaza After Dark

When the bureaucrats go home, City Hall Plaza transforms into an unexpected nightlife hub.

Boston GlobeJanuary 2025
Emily Sweeney Video
Multimedia

The Bingo Revival: Seniors Taking Over TikTok

Boston's senior bingo players become unexpected social media sensations.

Boston GlobeDecember 2024
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Boston History

The Great Molasses Flood: Boston's Sweetest Disaster

Revisiting the bizarre 1919 disaster that killed 21 people and left the North End sticky for months.

Boston GlobeNovember 2024