Month: October 2019
Cobblestone Convenience Proprietor Clashes With BHAC
After failing to reach what she deemed to be an amicable solution over a signage violation with the Beacon Hill Architectural Commission, the proprietor of a neighborhood convenience store expressed her frustration with the ruling during the commission’s Oct. 7…
Beacon Hill Civic Association Community Corner
Upcoming BHCA Events October and November are busy months for the BHCA as we get ready for the holidays. Mark your calendars and join us at these special community activities! Halloween on the Hill, Thursday, October 31st, 4:30-7:30 pm We…
Shaw 54th Regiment Memorial to Undergo Six Month Restoration Next Spring
The historic Shaw 54th Regiment Memorial, which was given to Boston in 1897, is set to undergo a $2.8 million restoration, after learning in 2015 that water has penetrated into the memorial’s brick core, deteriorating the foundation. The City of…
Food for Free’s Annual Party Fundraiser a Success
This past Friday, Oct. 18, was Food For Free’s annual Party Under the Harvest Moon fundraiser at MIT’s Morss Hall. The event was attended by roughly 350 guests, raising more than $90,000 for the Cambridge-based non-profit. Food For Free was…
Uwila Warrior Opens Beacon Hill Storefront, Providing Underwear for the Modern Woman
Several years ago, Lisa Mullan found herself disappointed with the choices for women’s underwear: many were uncomfortable, impractical, or just plain ugly. Mullan had studied business, so in 2015 she and Natalia Martorell, one of her best friends from college…
City Council Candidate Jennifer Nassour Proposes Plan to Make Our Streets and Sidewalks Safe
“Anyone who lives in our neighborhoods knows that our streets and sidewalks are a safety nightmare,” says Jennifer Nassour, candidate for Boston City Council – District 8. “Every time you step outside, you risk life and limb just trying to…
Michael F. Flaherty Highlights His Housing Record, Addressing Concerns
Michael F. Flaherty, incumbent and candidate for Boston City Council At-Large, highlights his advocacy and legislative efforts to address housing issues as he seeks re-election. Flaherty, who continues to reach out to voters over these next two weeks until polls…
Neighborhood Roundup
Pitch in for American Cancer Society’s Road To Recovery One of the biggest roadblocks to cancer treatment is lack of transportation. That’s why the American Cancer Society’s Road To Recovery program provides patients with free rides to cancer-related medical appointments.…
Police Briefs 10-24-2019
Beacon Hill Beat Larceny 10/16/19 – At around 5:26 p.m., a male suspect stole items from a Charles Street leather store. The owner attempted to stop the suspect and was able to retrieve some property from him, but he fled with a…