James Cassidy, a seasonal laborer with the Boston Public Works Department, received a round of applause from the Beacon Hill Civic Association Streets and Sidewalks Committee last week. “We can’t thank Cassidy and others in his crew enough,” said Rajan…
Downtown View:September
By Karen Cord Taylor For the past three weeks everyone has been busy. Neighborhood organizations are throwing welcome-back parties and holding meetings, confident that people are back in town. Kids gather again at bus stops. They carry backpacks and sports…
Boston City Council News and Notes
Council supports Home Rule Petition to allow Mayoral appointments The Boston City Council on Wednesday, September 13, voted to pass the Home Rule Petition, which will give Mayor Martin Walsh the power to appoint members to vacant or expired seats…
Julia Powell Addresses the Crowd at Beacon Hill Women’s Forum Season Opening
By Amy Tsurumi The Beacon Hill Women’s Forum welcomed back neighbors to its fifth season on September 12 at the Hampshire House. The main room was overflowing with members eager to hear Julia S. Powell speak about her complex life…
Church of the Covenant Continues Work to Preserve Tiffany Windows
At the corner of Newbury and Berkeley Streets in the Back Bay, one of Boston’s best-kept secrets is found within the walls of the Church of the Covenant. Known for the tall steeple that sticks out amongst the shorter buildings…
Esplanade Supporters Enjoy A Special ‘Breakfast at Tiffany’s’ Celebration
Tiffany’s & Co. hosted a “Breakfast at Tiffany’s” celebration for the Esplanade Association’s Moondance Gala committee at their Newbury Street location on Wednesday morning, September 13th. The committee came together to preview the spectacular platinum daisy key pendant Tiffany’s &…