The decision by Gov. Charlie Baker not to seek re-election effectively has brought to an end an era in Massachusetts politics. Although Massachusetts voters typically have split our legislature and governorship between Democrats and Republicans for much of the past…
Month: October 2022
Piece of the past Is Gone
Owner Outlines Plan for Charles Street Cat Café
The owner of a proposed Charles Street cat café, which would be home to 10 “resident cats,” discussed her plans for the business on Thursday, Sept. 29, during a virtual abutters meeting sponsored by the city’s Office of Neighborhood Services.…
Hostetter to be honored by the Nichols House
The Nichols House Museum has named Mount Vernon Street resident Barbara Hostetter the 2022 recipient of the Rose Standish Nichols Award. “The RSN Award was created to recognize individuals of outstanding achievement who embody the spirit of Rose Nichols,” said Linda…
West End House demolished as part of MGH expansion project
Demolition of the West End House on Blossom Street – one of now less than a dozen structures in the old West End to survive urban renewal – got underway at around 11 a.m. on Saturday, Oct. 1, as part…
Discussion on Dizziness set for Oct. 18
Dizziness is one of the top three complaints primary care physicians hear from their patients but because the word “dizzy” by itself has no clear meaning to a doctor, and as a result, all too often patients fail to get…
Resident partners with Charles Street business owner on Saint Francis House Origami Fundraiser
By Gregory W. Skaff As many Beacon Hill residents are, I am deeply saddened after three wonderful years, that this year’s St Francis House fundraiser will unfortunately no longer be hosted by Susan Corcoran’s shop, Black Ink Boston. Susan Corcoran’s…
Neighborhood Roundup
News and Notes from Russell Museum The roof garden of the Russell Museum on Cambridge Streeti n Boston is looking lush and green thanks to the new plants that were added this month. Please visit. Officials are pleased to announce…
City of Boston Traffic Advisory for weekend event
Events happening in the City of Boston this week will bring some parking restrictions and street closures. People attending these events are encouraged to walk, bike, or take public transit. Information on Bluebikes, the regional bike share service, may be…
Suffolk Sheriiff’s Department Warns of Scam
The Suffolk County Sheriff’s Department is issuing a warning to Massachusetts residents about an elaborate scam being attempted by people impersonating Department employees. In one reported case, a woman received a telephone call from a man falsely identifying himself as…