Local kids have been living a dream last season. The Titans, a parent organized youth baseball club has brought the excitement and challenge of U12 travel baseball to downtown Boston. Starting with tryouts that occurred in June, 10-12 year old…
Author: Beacon Hill Times Staff
Whitebarked Himalayan Birch Shines in the Winter.
The Whitebarked Himalayan Birch shines in the winter. It is said to have the whitest and most beautiful bark of all the birches. This variety was discovered by Sir Joseph Dalton Hooker during a mid-1800s trip to Tibet.
Young Professionals Recognize Outstanding Neighbors on Hill
The Beacon Hill Civic Association Young Professionals have recognized two individuals who have made a significant contribution to the community of Beacon Hill. The Young Professionals Award was formally presented to Jason Winmill and Ingrid Calder in December 2012 by…
Murphy to lead Council
At-Large City Councilor Stephen Murphy was unanimously elected by the council Monday to serve another two-year term as the body’s president. After being elected Murphy immediately appointed Beacon Hill City Councilor Sal LaMattina to serve another two-year term as his…
Welcome Back, Mayor Menino: It’s Nice to Have Tom Menino Back on the Job
We wish to add our voice to the chorus of residents who have been delighted to see the return of Mayor Tom Menino to his office at City Hall. For one thing, it will be a relief to see an…
Decorations Were Great: Thanks to the Volunteers and Tom Kershaw for Brightening the Holiday Season
We wish to take this opportunity to thank the many volunteers Sunday who helped take down the garlands and other festive decorations that adorned the street lamps throughout Beacon Hill during this past holiday season. We wish also to thank…
Police Briefs 01-08-2013
Larceny from a Motor Vehicle 12/29/12 – At around 2 a.m., a victim reported the passenger’s side window of his 2006 Toyota was broken and an iPhone, laptop and backpack were stolen from the vehicle. Incidents Dec. 26 42 Beacon…
Undecorating Day Schedule for January 6
Meet at 10 a.m. on Sunday, January 6 for a delicious Pancake Breakfast hosted by Tom Kershaw, at the Hampshire House, 84 Beacon Street. Then, join neighbors as they take down the gas lamp post decorations. No skill is required,…
Christmas Tree Collection on Until Jan. 18
With the holidays in the rear view mirror, Beacon Hill residents can kick their trees to the curb for composting during the next two weeks. Boston’s Public Works Department will collect Christmas trees for composting from January 7 to January…
Boston Athenaeum 2013 Concert Series Features Piano Music of the 20th Century
The Winter 2013 Concert Series at the Boston Athenæum, featuring pianist and composer Aaron Jackson, will include music of Beethoven, Smetana, Bartók, Janácek, Berg, Gorecki, Babbitt, Shifrin and Jackson, among others. The Capital Trio will perform on Feb. 8, and…