The intense havoc wreaked by this past weekend’s storm, coming on the heels of the storm of January that similarly brought devastation to many areas throughout the state, has left all of us wondering whether this is the new normal…
Month: March 2018
Sunny Weather
Last week’s weather cooperated for those on February vacation. With the snow all melted, residents turned out to enjoy the Boston Common in the sun.
State Environmental Report Okays Winthrop Square Development
Secretary Matthew A. Beaton reviewed the Draft Environmental Impact Report (DEIR) of the 115 Winthrop Square project in downtown Boston, and determined that it adequately and properly complies with the Massachusetts Environmental Policy Act (MEPA) and its implementing regulations. The…
Esplanade Association Offering Early-Bird Specials Through March 10
The Esplanade Association is now offering early-bird specials on packages for membership and admission to its signature events through March 10. Individuals can opt for the $195 bundle, which includes a Friend-level membership to the organization; entrance to the Summer…
Beacon Hill Civic Association Community Corner
BHCA urges City Council to amend Ordinance regarding short-term rentals downtown Following a discussion by the BHCA Board of Directors, Chairman Mark Kiefer, wrote the following letter to City Councilor Michael F. Flaherty, who chairs the Committee on Government Operations.…
Dan Conley Decides Not to Seek Re-Election as Suffolk DA
On what was his 16th anniversary in the office of District Attorney, Dan Conley surprised many by announcing he would not run for the office again. Simply put, the former prosecutor turned City Councilor turned DA, said he believed it…
Boston Announces Data from Back Bay Parking Pilot Program to Mixed Results
Finding street parking in the city can be difficult if not frustrating at times for those who drive in the city. Often times, drivers can circle around blocks for what seems like forever, before finally nailing down a spot. Last…
Celebrated Authors Speak at Boston Public Library’s March Talks and Lectures
Boston Public Library’s March talks and lectures feature celebrated authors Junot Díaz and Kelly Barnhill, award-winning investigative journalist and author Joseph Rosenbloom, conservationist Terry Tempest Williams, and more. All programs and events can be viewed via www.bpl.org/calendar. Get an inside…
Congressman Capuano Urges FAA to Shift Flight Paths Over the Water at Logan
Last week U.S. Congressman wrote a letter to the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) urging them to take the same action at Logan International Airport as the agency took recently in California. Earlier this year the FAA reached an agreement with…
Pop-In to Save the Harbor’s Boston Harbor Pop-Up at 226 Causeway Street
Save the Harbor/Save the Bay is pleased to announce the opening of its new interactive Boston Harbor Pop-Up Museum at 226 Causeway Street across from North Station in Boston. At the Boston Harbor Pop-Up, kids of all ages can explore…