Category: News
New App Provides Increased Access to the Otis House
Historic New England’s app for the Otis House provides a new way to virtually “visit” the last surviving mansion in Bowdoin Square, offering a close look at its architecture, furniture and one-time inhabitants, as well as at the changing face…
Andrea Campbell Receives Several Endorsements from Local Leaders
Councilor and mayoral candidate Andrea Campbell has announced endorsements from Governor’s Councilor Eileen Duff and former State Rep. Marty Walz in her campaign for mayor of Boston. “Andrea is a unique, authentic leader who knows personally what’s at stake when…
St. Joseph’s Parish Program Offers Helping Hand to Neighbors in Need
There are times when we could all use a helping hand and other times when we could lend one, and that’s the underlying sentiment behind Neighbors In Need Neighbors In Deed (NIN NID) – a program that connects St. Joseph’s…
Neighborhood Roundup
Hill House 2021 Summer Camp Registration Now Open! Hill House, Inc. located at 127 Mount Vernon S., has officially opened up Summer Camp registration for 2021 campers. Now in its 22nd year, Hill House Camps (Kiddie Kamp for 3-5 year olds and…
City Council Holds Hearing on BLC Eligibility Requirements for Landmarks in Boston
The City Council Committee on Government Operations held a hearing on February 8 regarding a petition for a special law regarding an Act Relative to the Boston Landmarks Commission (BLC) that would change language in the requirements for Boston buildings,…
Normal Postal Delivery Schedule to Resume on Tuesday, Feb. 16
Postal employees across the commonwealth will pause on Monday, February 15, to celebrate President’s Day. Retail offices will be closed and there will be no collection or street delivery of mail except for guaranteed overnight parcels. Full retail and delivery…
National Grid Seeks Approval to Expand Access to Distributed Solar
National Grid has filed a proposal to expand access to solar energy and provide annual bill discounts to 20,000 low-income customers in Massachusetts. Solar-powered generation is a vital part of the strategy to meet Massachusetts’ clean energy goals. While many…
Former State Senator Ben Downing Announces Candidacy for Governor
On Monday afternoon Ben Downing is inside Mi Pueblito Restaurant in East Boston picking up some tacos for lunch. “The chicken jalapeno here is also really good,” Downing tells me as he pays for his lunch. It’s been a busy…
Beacon Hill Architectural Commission
The Beacon Hill Architectural Commission will hold a public hearing on Thursday, February 18 at 5 p.m. at the Boston City Hall, Piemonte Room, 5th floor. Subject of the hearing will be applications for Certificates of Design Approval on the…