Special to the Times Mayors and managers from 17 municipalities, including Boston Mayor Michelle Wu, gathered at the Museum of Science Monday to commit to new regional climate goals, guiding the next five to ten years of shared action while…
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Beacon Hill Art Walk returns Sunday, June 1
Special to the Times One of Boston’s most unique celebrations of the arts returns June 1, as the Beacon Hill Art Walk takes over the quiet streets and alleys of the beautiful cobble stoned neighborhood. The one-of-a-kind Boston tradition turns…
State Seal, Flag, and Motto Advisory Commission calls for public submissions to reimagine state emblems
Special to the Times The Massachusetts Seal, Flag, and Motto Advisory Commission today launched an open call to artists, historians, educators, students, and members of the public to participate in the effort to redesign the state’s seal, flag, and motto.…
The past is our present
By Diana Coldren Imagine walking down a street where history whispers through every brick and window. That’s Beacon Hill, and there’s one man’s enduring legacy that shapes its charm: Cornelius Coolidge (1778-1843). Coolidge was a Beacon Hill resident, merchant, speculator,…
Neighborhood Roundup
State to hold in-person and virtual meetings on redevelopment of Hurley Building site The state will hold an in-person public meeting on Wednesday, June 4, at 6 p.m. at the West End Museum, followed by a virtual meeting the next…
Local students earn academic honors
Mitchel Recognized at 2025 Student Life Awards Jaden Mitchell, a member of Stonehill College’s Class of 2025 from Jamaica Plain, MA, was recently honored at the institution’s Student Life Awards, held Sunday, April 27, 2025. This program celebrates campus community…
Local students earn academic honors
Mitchel Recognized at 2025 Student Life Awards Jaden Mitchell, a member of Stonehill College’s Class of 2025 from Jamaica Plain, MA, was recently honored at the institution’s Student Life Awards, held Sunday, April 27, 2025. This program celebrates campus community…
Massachusetts officials on hand at the launch of eviction record sealing law
Special to the Times On Monday, May 5, State Senator Lydia Edwards was joined by Lieutenant Governor Kim Driscoll, Attorney General Andrea Campbell, State Senate President Karen Spilka, housing justice advocates and legal experts for a press conference to mark…
Open Newbury returns for another season starting Sunday, July 13
By Dan Murphy Open Newbury will return for another season on Sunday, July 13, again transforming a mile-long stretch of that street into a car-free, pedestrian-only walkway replete with live music, games, and community tables. Via the city initiative, eight…
North Washington Street Bridge
Construction Update The Construction Look-Ahead through May 24 for the North Washington Street Bridge is as follows: Scheduled Work • Bridge paving and pavement markings • East barrier trellis, light pole, and bridge rail installation • Marine fender work •…