A new chapter for affordable housing in the Back Bay began last Thursday, March 7, with the grand opening of 140 Clarendon – a redevelopment project at the historic Young Women’s Christian Association (YWCA) building at the intersection of Clarendon…
Author: Beacon Hill Times Staff
The Verdict Is In: We Are Eating Ourselves to Death
Most Americans by now are aware that we are among the most overweight people on earth: 40 percent of us are obese and another 32 percent are overweight, which means that a total of 72 percent of Americans — that’s almost 3 of every 4 among…
Letter to the Editor
Commit to the Custody An open letter to Assistant District Attorney Emery Donatelle I am writing to you as a 34-year resident of Boston and Beacon Hill. Over the last 34 years, I certainly have seen my share of crime…
Summer Brings Unique Programs for Local Kids
Even though the official start of spring doesn’t arrive for another nearly two weeks, it’s already time for parents to look past the current school year and begin considering summer alternatives for their children. Boston-area kids can choose from a…
Beacon Hill Civic Association Community Corner
Public Trash Bins The BHCA is pleased to see that a city trash bin has returned to the corner of Myrtle and Joy Streets. We are grateful to the Department of Public Works, Councilor Sharon Durkan’s office, and our Neighborhood…
Boston Voters Support Biden and Trump in Super Tuesday Primary
As was the case throughout the Commonwealth, President Joe Biden and former president Donald Trump topped the ballot with Boston voters during the Super Tuesday presidential primary on Tuesday, March 5. According to the city’s unofficial election results, President Biden…
Neighborhood Roundup
Meeting on Future of City’s Historic Preservation Efforts March 12 The city will offer ‘A Vision for Historic Preservation in Boston’ on Tuesday, March 12, from 6 to 8 p.m. at City Hall, Room 801, as well as virtually. The…
‘Winter’s End: Boston and New England Snowscape’ Exhibition Now on View at Fabled Antiques
Special to Times As winter winds down in Boston with an unusual absence of snow, Fabled Antiques presents a unique opportunity to immerse yourself in the wintry landscapes of New England. “Winter’s End: Boston and New England Snowscapes” invites viewers…
Diversity at Sea: Old North Illuminated Honors the Commander of the USS Constitution
By Michael Maler Many know the USS Constitution as the oldest commissioned warship afloat in the world, and perhaps even of its victories in battle during the War of 1812 when the ship gained the nickname Old Ironsides. But alongside a…
Construction Update
The Construction Look-Ahead through March 16 for the North Washington Street Bridge is as follows: Scheduled Work • Removal of temporary vehicle bridge and pile supports • Demolition of old bridge structure Work Hours • Monday through Friday from 6…