By Dan Murphy The city’s Planning Department will hold a virtual public meeting on the latest pans for the proposed redevelopment of the Alexandra Hotel building on Wednesday, April 23, from 6 to 8 p.m. Alexandra Partners, LLC intends to…
Month: April 2025
Esplanade Association Provides Update on Charlesbank Landing Project
By Dan Murphy The Esplanade Association’s annual meeting was held virtually on Tuesday, April 8, and included an update on the much-anticipated Charlesbank Landing, among other projects now in the works. Jen Mergel, the group’s executive director, she said the…
Mark the Occasion
Paul Revere’s Ridekicks off Boston 250 this Friday Special to the Times Mayor Michelle Wu announced Boston 250, a yearlong commemoration of the city’s role in the American Revolution. The kickoff event, Paul Revere’s Ride, will take place this Friday,…
Firefighting Academy Earns International Reaccreditation
State Fire Marshal Jon M. Davine announced that the Massachusetts Firefighting Academy has received reaccreditation by the National Board on Fire Service Professional Qualifications, better known as the Pro Board. “The Pro Board is the world’s leading fire service accreditation…
Animal Rescue League Breaks Ground on New Animal Care and Adoption Center
The Animal Rescue League of Boston (ARL) broke ground April 8 on its new, three-story, state-of-the-art Animal Care & Adoption Center at 10 Chandler St. in the South End. The new building, located on the Chandler Street site the ARL…
BHWF Welcomes Guest Speaker Suzanne Norman
Story & Photos by Marianne Salza Financial Literacy Educator Suzanne Norman’s three decades as a consultant and leader in the investment management industry has taught her that true financial wellness is a combination of mental, physical, and fiscal health. She…
Boston Public Library Receives the 2025 AIA Collaborative Achievement Award
The Boston Public Library (BPL) has been recognized with the prestigious 2025 American Institute of Architects (AIA) Collaborative Achievement Award for its visionary approach to people-centered architecture—preserving history while shaping inclusive, inspiring spaces for the future. As the first large,…
Neighborhood Roundup
Swan Boats return to Public Garden on April 19 Mayor Michelle Wu, will join the Boston Parks and Recreation Department and the Paget family to host the first ride of the season on the iconic Swan Boats as they open…
North Washington Street Bridge
Construction Update Project Advisory: Modified Traffic Configuration at Keany Square Intersection in North End What is Happening? The Massachusetts Department of Transportation (MassDOT) is announcing a re-aligned traffic configuration at the Keany Square intersection as crews on the North Washington…
TSA begins REAL ID Full Enforcement on May 7
The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) announced the imminent implementation of its REAL ID enforcement measures at TSA checkpoints nationwide. “Secretary Noem and the Trump administration are enforcing the 2005 REAL ID Act and regulations on May 7, as directed by…