Story by Marianne Salza Leslie Adam, Friends of the Public Garden chair, is dedicated to the conservation of urban green spaces, advocating for the preservation of the Boston Common, Public Garden, and Commonwealth Avenue Mall. The mother of two not…
Author: Beacon Hill Times Staff
MBTA Launches Online Applications for Tap and Blind-Access Customers
The MBTA announced that eligible riders can now apply online for a new, renewal, or replacement TAP CharlieCard or Blind Access CharlieCard. People with disabilities (including low vision) and Medicare cardholders are eligible for reduced MBTA fares with a TAP…
Neighborhood Roundup
Fall Family Art Tour Coming Oct. 9 to the Nichols House Museum The Nichols House Museum presents “Pumpkins & Paintings: A Fall Family Art Tour” on Sunday, Oct. 9, from 10 to 11 a.m. at 55 Mt. Vernon St. Explore…
Hurricane Fiona Was A Warning
We’re all aware by now that climate change is dramatically impacting our weather, particularly by increasing the intensity of major weather events such as hurricanes. In our little corner of the world, significant weather events have been few and far…
Alcohol Ignition Interlocks Would Be a Good Idea
The National Highway Transportation Board (NTSB) recently made the recommendation that automobile manufacturers should be required to install ignition interlock devices (IID) into all new motor vehicles to prevent those who drink alcohol from operating a motor vehicle. According to…
Letters to the Editor
Misunderstanding Homelessness To the Editor, I was unpleasantly surprised by the choice to publish the “Homeless Problem” letter in the Sept. 15 edition — especially as it was printed right next to an editorial rightly acknowledging that the War On…
A New Bookstore and Café Is Coming to Beacon Hill
Le Svelte Spa Opens on Charles Street
Beacon Hill Civic Association Community Corner
Thank You to All Who Supported the BHCA Centennial Weekend! A wonderful time was had by all this past weekend as the BHCA celebrated its Centennial. On Saturday, over 260 people enjoyed dinner under the stars at one long table…
Construction Update: North Washington Street Bridge Construction Look-Ahead Through Oct. 1
This is a brief overview of construction operations and impacts for the North Washington Street Bridge Replacement Project. MassDOT will provide additional notices as needed for high-impact work and changes to traffic configurations beyond those described below. Scheduled Work •…