The MBTA outlined proposed changes to modernize and streamline its fare-collection system, including the introduction of a mandatory one-time $3 fee for all CharlieCards riders, during a March 22 virtual meeting. Steven Povich, the MBTA”s director of fare policy and…
Author: Dan Murphy
Latest Proposal for Two-Way, Protected Bike Lanes on Charles Street Meets With Strong Community Response
The latest proposal for bike lanes on Charles Street submitted by the Boston Cyclists Union is eliciting a strong reaction from the neighborhood, with community members weighing in both strongly in favor and adamantly against the plan. The concept calls…
Community Gets a Look at Mock-Up for ‘Gas-to-Electric Streetlight Retrofit’ on Stuart Street
The Bay Village Historic District Commission held a public meeting to review a mock-up of an electrified gas street-lamp on Monday, March 14, in the area of 212 Stuart St., which could become the city’s standard for its “gas-to-electric streetlight…
A New Chapter Begins for Family-Owned Deluca’s Market
A new generation has taken the reins of DeLuca’s Market. Caroline and Victoria Aiello, respectively the 41-year-old and 32-year-old daughters of longtime owner Virgil Aiello, assumed ownership of both locations of the market – 11 Charles St. and 239 Newbury…
Wu Holds First Neighborhood Media Roundtable
Mayor Michelle Wu held her first Neighborhood Media Rountable virtually on Monday, March 7, allowing local reporters a chance to ask her questions in an informal setting. Asked whether her administration would stay the course with the ambitious housing goals…
First-Time Homeowner Undertakes Extensive Renovation of Historic Irving Street Townhouse
A first-time homeowner, Nate Walton knew he had signed on for an arduous undertaking when he purchased the historic single-family townhouse at 42 Irving St. nearly seven years ago with plans to renovate it, but he was forced to fast-track…
Councilor Bok to Hold Beacon Hill Office Hours
City Councilor Kenize Bok will hold Winter Office Hours for her Beacon Hill and West End constituents on Thursday, March 3, from 4 to 6 p.m. at the West End Branch Library, 151 Cambridge St., both in person and virtually.…
Neighborhood Civic Leaders Want More Input on Electrified Gaslights Proposed for Stuart Streets
Since a proposal to replace several existing historic gaslights with electrified streetlights in conjunction with the 19-story mixed-use tower now under construction at 212 Stuart St. could potentially pave the way for the installation of similar LED light fixtures not…
New Company to Offer Private, Front-Door Valet Service
Beacon Hill residents who don’t have the benefit of dedicated parking will have another option beginning this month, thanks to a new service that will offer private, door-to-door valet service to the front door of any condo or townhouse in…
Mayor Wu Recommends CPA Funding for Three Historic Preservation Projects on the Hill
The latest, more than $27 million round of Community Preservation Act (CPA) funding recommended by Mayor Michelle Wu includes three Beacon Hill Historic Preservation projects, totaling $697,400, as well as an $18,810 Open Space & Recreation grant to plant 50…