Special to the Times Allison S. Cartwright, Esq., was sworn in January 1 as Clerk of the Supreme Judicial Court for the County of Suffolk by SJC Chief Justice Kimberly S. Budd, in a ceremony that took place in the…
Month: January 2025
North Washington Street Bridge
Construction UPDATE The Construction Look-Ahead through January 18 for the North Washington Street Bridge is as follows: Scheduled Work • West sidewalk formwork and utility install • Southwest approach barrier and sidewalk work • Marine fender wood installation • Lovejoy…
Jimmy Carter Practiced What He Preached
The passing of former President Jimmy Carter at the age of 100 brings to an end the extraordinary life of a man who ascended from the small town of Plains, Georgia (population 552) to the highest office in the world.…
Even When the Patriots won, They Lost
Heading into the final week of the NFL season, the Patriots were in prime position to claim the #1 draft pick, which held the promise of trading that pick to a team that needs a quarterback in return for a…
Obituaries 01-09-2025
Michael S. Wiedman, MD Renowned Opthamologist Michael S. Wiedman, MD passed peacefully on December 27, 2024, with his loving wife, Irene, by his side. He was born in New York on October 4, 1927, to his parents, Morris and Rose…
Fenway CDC Named Developers of 27-29 Hancock Street Housing
By Dan Murphy After a lengthy process involving extensive community input and collaboration with city and state officials, Fenway CDC (Community Development Corporation) has been selected to redevelop two adjacent properties at 27-29 Hancock St. into 15 affordable homeownership units.…
Local amateur artist showcased paintings at holiday show
Special to the Times Beacon Hill resident, Catherine Rockett, held a solo art show over the Holidays, hosted by Kristin Jenkins, proprietor of the Mount Vernon Street 1928 restaurant. A collection of Ms. Rockett’s hobbyist oil paintings were featured and…
Wu, Cox Highlight Reduction in Murders, Shootings in 2024
Special to the Times Boston Mayor Michele Wu and Police Commissioner Michael Cox, along with Isaac Yablo, a senior city advisor for public safety in the mayor’s office, held a press conference at Boston Police Dept. (BPD) headquarters this past Friday to…
City Announces Copley Square Park to partially reopen New Year’s Day
The City of Boston today announced updates in the reopening timeline for Copley Square Park. The northeast triangle of the park, located between Trinity Church and Boylston Street, will reopen on New Year’s Day 2025 following a renovation. The Plaza…