Guests gathered at the Colonnade Hotel on Nov. 9 to celebrate all things French with the “Taste of Alsace.” Regional gastronomic specialties were featured from 20 of Boston’s finest restaurants, including the Beacon Hill Hotel & Bistro, Sel de la…
Author: Beacon Hill Times Staff
Menino shows strength and common sense on crucial issues
Last week, Boston’s mayor showed why he remains relevant after all these years to the vast majority of residents living and working in this city. First, he issued a major statement indicating that he will be going to the State…
Police Blotter 11-15-2010
Breaking and Entering – Residence 11/03/10 – Victims reported that an unknown male entered their Joy Street apartment at around 5 a.m. while they were home in the bedroom. One victim stated that he spotted the reflection of the suspect…
Obituaries 11-15-2010
Disque D. Deane Innovative financier and developer of Starrett City Disque D. Deane died in Boston on Nov. 8. He was 89. Mr. Deane was one of the most innovative and creative financiers on Wall Street. One of his more…
The election
Representative Marty Walz and State Senator Anthony Petruccelli who both faced opponents in last week’s election and both won resounding victories. Both Walz and Petruccelli were the recipients of solid election victories because they are highly visible, pro-active, hard-working and…
Craigie Bridge repairs
First traffic reports Monday morning indicated that the closure to incoming traffic into Boston from Cambridge over the Craigie Bridge was not the end of the world. The State Police reported normal traffic flows in and around the area, which,…
The Esplanade Play Space
The Department of Conservation and Recreation plans for a Esplanade Play Space for five- to 12-year-olds were released last week. The drawings and architect’s sketches of the proposed play space reveal the physical wonderland for kids to be situated on…
Arrest Report 11-08-2010
Larceny from Motor Vehicle 10/26/10 – A victim reported unknown person(s) broke the left rear side window of his 2009 Nissan Altima, which was parked on Revere Street, and stole a laptop and computer bag. Vandalism 10/28/10 – A security…
Obituaries 11-08-2010
Sheila Joan Herbert Boston resident early and late in life Sheila Herbert died on July 7, 2010, at the age of 81. A Boston resident both early and late in life, she spent the majority of her adult years living…
BBGC funds planting of new willow trees
The Esplanade Association’s Executive Director Sylvia Salas and Chair Margo Newman, from the left, accepted a check from the Beacon Hill Garden Club for $7,200 to plant new willow trees around Otis Grove on the Esplanade. Garden Club President Trudi…