The Beacon Hill Architectural Commission voted by a majority to dismiss a violation for an unapproved handrail at 43 South Russell St. during its monthly meeting held virtually on Thursday, June 20. A representative for the applicant (Church of the…
Author: Cary Shuman
Prestigious Position: Sen. Edwards Sworn In As JAG in Massachusetts Army National Guard
Sen. Lydia Edwards was sworn in Monday, Oct. 30 as a Judge Advocate General in the Massachusetts Army National Guard. Edwards continues her family’s outstanding tradition of military service that began with her mother, Retired Master Sergeant Bridgett Edwards, who…
Boncore Will Step Down from State Senate Seat
Sen. Joseph Boncore, who has served in the First Middlesex and Suffolk District senate seat, that includes parts of Beacon Hill, since 2016, announced Wednesday that he will be resigning from his position. He will be submitting his official letter…
Walsh Draws Large Crowd at JBGC Breakfast Series, Talks about Several Issues
Mayor Martin Walsh was the guest speaker at the Jordan Boys and Girls Club Breakfast Series Feb. 14 at the club’s facility in Chelsea. Walsh, who is serving his second term as mayor of Boston, drew one of the largest…
Personal Trainer Wants Clients to Feel at Home
When he opened a state-of-the-art gym adjacent to his Back Bay apartment in June, personal trainer Ryan Ankner set out to offer his clientele not only a customized exercise regimen in a comfortable and private atmosphere, but also one that…
Carvalho Sees His Public Service as Setting Strong Foundation for DA Run
Evandro Carvalho believes his campaign for Suffolk County District Attorney is picking up momentum with just under three months to go before the Democratic primary is held on Sept. 4. “It’s an honor to be running, to get to know…
Livingstone Seeking Regulations for Local Airbnbs
State Rep. Jay Livingstone of Beacon Hill will be focusing his legislative efforts on a number of bills this year, including the regulation of Airbnbs in the city. Airbnb, which began in 2008, is a company that helps people rent…
Patriots Fever
Boston sports fans are already donning their New England Patriots apparel in advance of Sunday’s big game, but if former Back Bay resident Tom Brady can lead the team to its sixth Super Bowl title on Sunday, sales of hats,…