As this is being written, reports indicate that the worst is yet to come for the people of Australia, whose land literally is burning up all around them. The apocalyptic images of families being driven from their homes, wearing face…
Month: January 2020
Guest Op-Ed: No Eraser for 2019, But Redemption in 2020
By Melissa Martin, Ph.D. Will we be the same human beings in the new year? Will this year be different? Will humanity change? Along with 2020 comes the hope and yearning for a more peaceful human race. How do we…
Gurnons Named Honorary Chairs of BHCA Annual Gala
Melanie Bertani, Lindy Crawford and Cindy Sullivan, Co-Chairs of the 2020 Beacon Hill Gala, are excited to announce that Cassie and Jack Gurnon are this year’s Honorary Chairs. “Celebrating Community” is the theme of the February 8th Gala, and no one embodies that feeling better…
Looking Back on ‘19
As the clock counted down on 2019, we looked back at some of the neighborhood’s most memorable events and biggest newsmakers of the last year while looking ahead optimistically at 2020. • On Jan. 19, the Department Conservation and Recreation…
Hill Author Implores Readers to Embrace Natural World In Debut Book
Everyone should spend ample time outdoors while doing their part to help care for the natural world is the overarching message John Judge hopes to instill in those who read his debut book “The Outdoor Citizen.” Judge, a Mt. Vernon…
BHAC Approves Several Signs, Denies Energy Panels on Lime St.
The Beacon Hill Architectural Commission met for its monthly meeting on Dec. 19, with a full agenda after cancelling its November meeting. Among the list of items heard were proposals for replacement windows, light fixtures, and signs. It was announced…
Neighborhood Roundup
King’s Chapel’s Tuesday Recitals King’s Chapel, 58 Tremont St., presents its Tuesday Recitals. Admission is by suggested donation of $5 per person; the donations are given to the performing musicians. Programs begin at 12:15 p.m. and last approximately 35 minutes; for…
Second Boston Common Master Plan Open House Announced
Special to the Beacon Hill Times The Boston Parks and Recreation Department and the Friends of the Public Garden invite the public to the second Boston Common Master Plan Open House on Wednesday, Jan. 15, from 5:30 to 8 p.m.…
CRWA, CLF Settle Lawsuit With EPA
Special to the Beacon Hill Times Charles River Watershed Association (CRWA) and Conservation Law Foundation (CLF) have reached a proposed settlement with the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (US EPA) regarding the Massachusetts municipal stormwater permit. The two organizations intervened in…
Police Briefs 01-02-2020
Beacon Hill Beat Larceny – Shoplifting 12/23/19 – A male suspect stole two bottles of wine from a Charles Street market at around 5:21 p.m. The proprietor observed the suspect putting the bottles into his jacket on video. The suspect then…