Special to the Times The first evacuees from Afghanistan—the people and families on the tarmac at Kabul Airport just weeks ago—began arriving in the Boston area last week. Beacon Hill residents have been eager to volunteer and provide support to…
Author: Beacon Hill Times Staff
‘Get in the Spirit’ Fall Campaign Finds a Helper
Special to Times The Beacon Hill “Get in the Spirit” October fundraiser for The Jimmy Fund owes a deep debt of gratitude to the 67 businesses who, despite challenges of their own, have stepped up to support one of New…
Edwards Receives Political Endorsements
Endorsed by Mass Alliance Lydia Edwards has been endorsed by Mass Alliance in the special election to State Senate. Primary Election Day is December 14, 2021. General Election Day is January 11, 2022. “Lydia Edwards understands that the way to deliver…
Biele Backs Erin Murphy for City Council At-Large
State Representative David Biele, who represents South Boston and parts of Dorchester, has endorsed Erin Murphy to be Boston’s next At-Large City Councilor, praising her commitment to public safety and her heartfelt efforts to eradicate the scourge of substance abuse…
Hidden Art Gallery Celebrates Its 10th Anniversary
The Hidden Art Gallery at 25 Myrtle St. has functioned as a pop-up art gallery, showing artworks throughout the City of Boston, and exhibiting works of award-winning artist, Patrick Anderson, joined by local Boston guest artists and works of Zoe…
City Councilor Michael Flaherty Releases New Ad
Over the weekend, City Councilor At-Large Michael Flaherty released a video advertisement titled “Michael Flaherty Has Always Been A Leader.” The video will run on OTT platforms such as Hulu, Roku, YouTube, and other streaming TV providers. A slightly longer…
BHWF – the Longevity Strategy for a Higher Quality of Life
By Ariana Hanley Happy October, Beacon Hill! The second forum of the 2021-2022 Beacon Hill Women’s Forum season took place at The Hampshire House on Tuesday, October 12. The Neighborhood Narrative this month featured a local Charles Street boutique, Matsu,…
Janey Announces the Swim Safely Partnership to Increase Access to Lessons
Mayor Kim Janey announced the Swim Safely Partnership, aimed to increase access to swimming lessons especially for those who have faced historic and economic barriers. Mayor Janey made the announcement at Roxbury’s YMCA, an organization participating in the multi-part community…
Neighborhood Roundup
Fall-o-Ween Children’s Festival’ Coming Oct. 22 to the Common Acting Mayor Kim Janey and the Boston Parks and Recreation Department will sponsor its ‘Fall-o-Ween Children’s Festival” at the Boston Common Parade Ground (near the corner of Beacon and Charles streets) on…
News Briefs
Learn to Skate Classes Offered at 10 Boston Rinks The 2021-2022 skating season is about to begin. Bay State Skating School is one of Greater Boston’s most established and popular skating programs. We have taught Learn-To-Skate classes to children ages…