The Massachusetts Senate approved on Thursday a $590 million Tax Relief bill which delivers support to low- and middle-income earners and chips away at the headwinds that threaten Massachusetts’ competitiveness. Focusing on providing relief to residents across Massachusetts while upholding…
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BHAC Green-Lights Previously Approved Park Street School Infill Addition
The Beacon Hill Architectural unanimously green-lit the Park Street School’s previously approved application to build a three-story infill addition in its courtyard on Brimmer Street during the commission’s monthly public hearing on Thursday, June 15, which took place virtually. Don…
Traffic Advisory
Corporate Challenge Road Race June 22 There will be a road race tomorrow, June 22, that may impact vehicle and pedestrian traffic around Beacon Hill. The Corporate Challenge Road Race will be on Thursday, June 22. The Street Closure start…
Wu Announces Applications Are Now Open for Block Party Grants
Special to the Times-Free Press Mayor Michelle Wu and the City of Boston’s Community Engagement Cabinet announced applications are now open for block party grants to purchase food, party supplies, lawn games, and other items for summer block parties to…
Sharon Durkan Earns Mayor Wu’s Endorsement
Sharon Durkan, a dedicated community activist, former political staffer for Mayor Wu and former Ward 5 Democratic Committee Chair, earned the endorsement of Mayor Michelle Wu in her campaign for the Boston City Council District 8 seat for the special…
Public Meeting To Discuss Proposed Charlesbank Landing On the Esplanade Set for June 22
The public will get a look at the design plans and timeline for Charlesbank Landing on the Esplanade, which will include a year-round pavilion and visitors center, at a public meeting taking place on Thursday, June 22, from 6 to…
Beacon Hill Civic Association Community Corner
The City of Boston is planning to implement a Bike Lane on Charles Street. The Active Transportation Department has asked to hear from the residents of Beacon Hill and will be at a designated table to speak with neighbors. Please…
Neighborhood Roundup
City Still Committed to Repairing Brick Sidewalks, Despite Longer Waits in Some Cases The repair of brick sidewalks on Beacon Hill and elsewhere remains a priority for the city, according to officials, although staffing shortages might mean a longer wait…
MassDOT Announces Alternative Travel Options for Sumner Tunnel Closure
Special to the Patriot-Bridge The Massachusetts Department of Transportation (MassDOT) announced a comprehensive mitigation plan to address travel impacts and provide cost effective alternative transportation options for residents and visitors ahead of the scheduled closure of the Sumner Tunnel from…
Boston 10th in 2023 ParkScore Rankings
Special to the Times Boston has landed near the top of the 2023 ParkScore list, compiled by The Trust for Public Land, that ranks public access residents and visitors have to parks and park amenities. The annual report uses mapping…