BOSTON, Nov. 11, 2026 — Boston Made, Inc. today announced three updates across its websites: new brand-specific email newsletters for BOSSTOX and Pupwear, a new Springfield, Massachusetts city guide on bostonmade.com, and email verification for new member accounts on its member sites. The changes went live this week.

Together, the updates reflect the company’s focus this season: giving each brand its own direct line to readers, expanding local coverage across Massachusetts and protecting member communities from automated sign-ups.

Brand newsletters: one list per brand

Readers who sign up on a Boston Made brand site are now added to that brand’s own newsletter list, instead of a single shared list. Each brand speaks to its readers directly, about the topics they came for.

• BOSSTOX weekly (bosstox.com): BOSSTOX covers the infrastructure behind artificial intelligence, including compute, power, cooling, networks and the capital that funds them. The weekly newsletter gathers that coverage in one email. BOSSTOX publishes news and analysis for information only and does not execute trades.
• Pupwear’s “Join The Pack” (pupwear.org): Pupwear’s list is for dog owners who want practical warmth, apparel and gear guidance, and dog-life stories.

Sign-ups happen through a small join box on each site. Existing subscribers keep receiving the emails they already signed up for; nobody has been moved to a new list without signing up. Every email includes a way to unsubscribe.

How the newsletter sign-up works

The join box asks for an email address and adds it to the newsletter of the site the reader is visiting: a BOSSTOX reader joins the BOSSTOX list, and a Pupwear reader joins The Pack. The box appears only after a visitor has made a choice on the site’s cookie banner, so privacy choices always come first.

Separate lists also make each newsletter more useful. A reader interested in AI infrastructure and capital markets does not need dog-gear updates, and a dog owner looking for winter coat advice does not need market coverage. Keeping lists by brand lets each newsletter stay focused on what its readers signed up for.

A new Springfield city guide

Boston Made has published a Springfield city guide at bostonmade.com/explore-springfield-ma. Springfield is a western Massachusetts city on the Connecticut River with its own downtown and surrounding neighborhoods, and the guide is designed as a starting point for people researching the city for a home or a business location.

The guide is organized around practical questions:

• Homes: visit an address at different times of day, check transportation routes, building access, utilities and the condition of the home, and compare documented facts with your needs.
• Commercial: confirm permitted use, access, parking, utilities and any existing lease terms with local offices and professionals before evaluating a business location.
• Records: go to the source, confirming municipal records directly.

The guide states plainly that live MLS listings and city-level market statistics are not connected yet. It is a research tool, not a listing service, and it sits alongside Boston Made’s other Massachusetts and New England location pages.

Email verification for new member accounts

New member accounts on bostonmadeinc.com and app.bostonmade.com now require email confirmation. When someone registers, they receive an account activation email, and the account becomes active only after the link in that email is clicked.

The change follows a review of member accounts across Boston Made sites this month, during which more than 150 spam and automated accounts were removed. Automated sign-ups can clutter member communities, distort audience numbers and create security risks. Email verification is a simple, widely used step that stops most of them while adding only a moment for real members.

Existing members are not affected and do not need to take any action.

Email verification, step by step

1. A new member completes the registration form on a Boston Made member site.
2. The site sends an account activation email, with the subject line “Please activate your account.”
3. The new member clicks the activation link in that email.
4. The account becomes active, and the member can sign in.

If the email does not arrive, it is worth checking spam or promotions folders and adding the sender to the address book. Accounts that are never activated simply stay inactive, which keeps automated sign-ups out of the member community.

What has not changed

These updates do not change existing member accounts, existing newsletter subscriptions or the content on any Boston Made site. Readers who already receive Boston Made emails will continue to receive them unless they choose to unsubscribe. The Springfield guide adds to Boston Made’s location pages without replacing any of them.

Why these updates matter

Each change addresses a simple goal. Brand-specific newsletters mean readers get the content they asked for. Local guides such as Springfield’s help people make better decisions about where to live and work. Verified sign-ups keep member communities real.

For readers and members

• To join a brand newsletter: visit the brand’s website and use the join box.
• To explore Springfield: visit bostonmade.com/explore-springfield-ma.
• New to a Boston Made member site? Watch your inbox for the activation email after registering, and check your spam folder if it does not arrive within a few minutes.
• Already a member? Nothing changes for you.

About Boston Made, Inc.

Boston Made, Inc. is a Massachusetts company behind a family of independent websites and brands, including bostonmade.com, BOSSTOX and Pupwear. The company builds digital products, local guides and media for readers and businesses across Massachusetts and beyond.

Media contact: sales@bostonmade.com

Source: Boston Made, Inc.

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

WORCESTER, Mass., Oct. 24, 2026 — Fenway Web, the web design and development studio of Boston Made, Inc., today announced the relaunch of fenwayweb.com. The new site publishes the studio’s pricing in full for the first time and introduces monthly care plans so clients have a team behind their website long after launch.

Three ways to start

Fenway Web now lists three build options. Starter ($1,500) covers up to five pages, mobile-first design, a contact form and local SEO setup. Business ($3,500) covers up to fifteen pages, copywriting, booking or lead forms, and analytics with training. Custom builds start at $7,500, with scope and price agreed in a written proposal before any work begins.

Care after launch

Optional care plans start at $49 a month and cover software updates, backups, security monitoring and post-launch edits, with a client portal for requests.

Who it builds for

The studio builds for small businesses, churches and local brands. Its portfolio spans New England, North Georgia and South Carolina’s Grand Strand, including sites for AX Home Pro, Sherry’s Homes, Victory Construction, The Soft Play Social, Coastal Community Church, Daniel Strickland Music and Howard Strickland.

Boston Made+ Business members save 10% on Fenway Web builds and care plans. Portfolio, pricing and the “Start a project” form are at fenwayweb.com.

About Fenway Web. Fenway Web is the web design, development and SEO studio of Boston Made, Inc. It designs, builds and looks after websites for small businesses, churches and local brands. fenwayweb.com

About Boston Made, Inc. Boston Made, Inc. is a Delaware corporation headquartered in Worcester, Massachusetts, behind The Boston Made family of companies, a family of brands spanning media, software, pets, parking, precious metals and web services. bostonmade.com/brands

Media contact: sales@bostonmade.com · Boston Made, Inc., 8 Grafton Street, Suite 210, Worcester, MA 01608

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Background

Web design studios have traditionally handled pricing in different ways. Some publish packages with fixed prices, while others quote every project individually after a discovery call. Both approaches have trade-offs. Published prices help buyers understand the range before they reach out. Custom quotes allow a studio to account for unusual requirements, integrations or content needs that a package cannot anticipate.

Ongoing website maintenance, often called a care plan, maintenance plan or support retainer, has also become common across the industry. Websites are not finished products in the way a printed brochure is. The software they run on receives regular updates, security threats evolve, and businesses keep changing their hours, services and staff. A site that is never maintained can slowly become slower, less secure and less accurate.

What it means for small businesses

For a small business, church or local organization considering a new website, the real decision is usually not just the build price. It is the total cost and effort of owning a website over several years. A few general questions help compare any web provider fairly:

• What is included in the build? Ask how many pages, whether copywriting is included, how many rounds of revisions are allowed and what happens if the scope grows.
• Who owns the site? Confirm who owns the domain name, the content, the design files and the hosting account, and how you would move the site if you ever needed to.
• What does maintenance cover? Updates, backups and security monitoring are common, but the details vary. Ask how often backups run, where they are stored and how quickly problems are addressed.
• How are changes requested? A clear request process, such as a ticket system or portal, makes it easier to track what was asked and when.
• What is the exit path? Understand what happens if you cancel a maintenance plan, and what you receive when you do.

Getting these answers in writing, as part of a proposal or agreement, helps prevent misunderstandings later.

Planning before you request a quote

Any web project goes more smoothly when the business has done a little homework first. Useful preparation includes:

1. A short list of the main things visitors should be able to do, such as call, book, donate or request a quote.
2. A rough sitemap listing the pages you think you need.
3. Logos, brand colors and any existing photos of your work, team or space.
4. Examples of other websites you like, and notes on why.
5. Login details for your domain registrar and any current hosting, kept secure and shared only with the people who need them.

Key terms

• Scope: The agreed list of pages, features and deliverables in a project.
• Mobile-first design: An approach that designs for phone screens first, then adapts layouts for larger screens.
• Local SEO: Practices that help a business appear in search results for nearby customers.
• Care plan: An ongoing service agreement covering updates, backups, monitoring and small edits after launch.
• Client portal: An online space where clients submit and track requests.

What to watch

• Does a proposal clearly separate one-time build costs from recurring costs?
• Are timelines, revision limits and responsibilities for content spelled out?
• After launch, are updates and backups happening on the schedule described?
• Is the site still accurate a year later, and who is responsible for keeping it that way?

BOSTON — DanielStricklandMusic.com is now live. The new home for singer, guitarist and pianist Daniel Strickland brings his original music, his official music video, his live-event booking and a place for fans to connect into one site, designed and built by Fenway Web.

Live music that fits the room

Daniel is a vocalist and multi-instrumentalist who plays acoustic guitar and piano and carries a deep, flexible repertoire. The site is built around what he does best: reading a room. That means warm, understated sets during dinner and bigger, crowd-facing sets when the night calls for it.

He plays restaurants, breweries, weddings, private parties, corporate events, festivals and community events. Every booking includes solo live vocals with acoustic guitar and/or piano, a professional, self-contained sound setup, and set lengths shaped around the event.

Original songs, front and center

Beyond the covers and crowd favorites, Daniel writes and records his own music, and the site gives each song its own spotlight with a 30-second preview and a link to the full track on Apple Music:

• Together Again (2025)
• Love San Antone (2024)
• Rest of Our Lives (2024), with its official music video on the homepage
• Father I Draw Near, featuring Lauren Johnson (2023)

Built for fans, not just bookings

The launch goes beyond a brochure site. Fans can sign in on any song page to leave a comment on the fan wall, sign up to be notified when new show dates land, and follow Daniel on Facebook for clips and announcements. Public show dates will appear on the site first, with one tap to add a show to your calendar or get directions.

How to book Daniel

Planning a wedding, a private party, a company event or a night out at your restaurant or brewery? Visit danielstricklandmusic.com and choose Book Daniel to check availability. You can also stream his music on Apple Music and follow along on Facebook.

Built by Fenway Web

DanielStricklandMusic.com is the latest launch from Fenway Web, the marketing and web agency that designs and builds every Boston Made site and builds websites for outside clients. If you want a site that feels this alive for your own business, start with Fenway Web.

Background

For working musicians, a website often serves several audiences at once. Event planners want to know whether an artist fits their occasion, what is included and how to check availability. Venue managers want to understand the style and volume of a set. Fans want to hear the music, see upcoming shows and stay connected. A single site that serves all three, without making any of them dig, is a practical tool for a performer who books a wide range of events.

Streaming platforms and social media remain important for discovery, but they are controlled by others. An artist’s own website is one place where the performer decides what appears first, how songs are presented and how people get in touch.

What it means for people booking live music

Whether you are planning a wedding, a private party, a company gathering or a regular music night at a restaurant or brewery, a few general questions help any booking go smoothly:

• Describe the event clearly. Share the date, location, expected number of guests, indoor or outdoor setting and the kind of atmosphere you want.
• Confirm the setup. Ask what equipment the performer brings, how much space is needed, whether power outlets must be nearby and how long setup and breakdown take.
• Talk about volume and timing. Background music during dinner and a louder set later in the evening require different planning. Agree on set lengths and breaks.
• Discuss song requests. If there are special songs for a first dance, a toast or a tribute, mention them early so the performer can prepare.
• Get the details in writing. A simple written agreement covering date, times, location, payment terms and cancellation policy protects both sides.
• Check venue rules. Some venues have noise limits, load-in rules or insurance requirements for outside performers.

What it means for small businesses and venues

For restaurants, breweries and other venues, live music can create a reason for customers to visit on a particular night. A few general practices help:

• Announce performances in advance on your own website and social channels, with the date and start time in plain text.
• Coordinate with the performer so both of you share the same event details.
• Consider how seating, lighting and the location of the performer affect both the audience and the staff.
• Keep track of which nights draw customers, so future bookings fit your calendar.

Key terms

• Repertoire: The full list of songs a performer is prepared to play.
• Self-contained sound: A performer who brings their own speakers, microphones and mixing equipment.
• Set: A block of continuous performance, usually followed by a break.
• Original music: Songs written by the performer, as opposed to covers of other artists’ songs.
• Booking inquiry: A request to check a performer’s availability and terms for a specific event.

What to watch

• New public show dates as they are posted.
• Booking availability around popular seasons, such as summer weekends and the winter holidays, when calendars tend to fill.
• New song releases and how they are presented on the site.
• Whether the fan features make it easy to stay in touch between shows.