June is Pride Month, and the Boston Public Health Commission (BPHC) launched a new campaign to reduce the impact of HIV and other sexually transmitted infections, particularly within the LGBTQ+ community. The campaign, led by BPHC’s Infectious Disease Bureau and in…
Month: June 2024
It’s Heating Up
A heat wave officially comprises three straight days of 90+ temperatures and forecasters are telling us that we could have four 90+ days with little relief at night. Our readers may be surprised to learn that more than 1200 Americans…
Banner No. 18!
The Celtics’ convincing victory in Game 5 on Monday that clinched the Celts’ 18th NBA championship was great fun for fans old and young alike. For those of us who cherish our “Havlicek Stole the Ball” album and who recall…
Letters to the Editor
Finally Being Held Accountable To the editor, Donald Trump was found guilty by a jury of everyday Americans on 34 felony counts. He is finally being held accountable for one of his many illegal schemes to gain and hold onto…
Obituaries 06-20-2024
Mark E. Alexander Owner of Alexander Management serving Beacon Hill for 25 Years Mark E. Alexander of Milton, 70, died peacefully, Monday, June 10, 2024 in the comfort of his home, surrounded by his loving family. Mark was born in…
Tom Kershaw Celebrates 55 years as Owner of Hampshire House
Tom Kershaw marked 55 years of ownership of a true Boston institution, the Hampshire House on Monday, June 10, with an invitation-only luncheon that brought together familiar faces from throughout his remarkable career. “It’ll be a fun to was to…
Livingstone Makes Return Visit to BHCA Board Meeting
Rep. Jay Livingstone, who previously served as a member of the group before going onto the State House, made a return visit to the Beacon Hill Civic Association board of directors for its monthly meeting on Monday, June 10, at…
Beacon Hill Civic Association Community Corner
Upcoming BHCA Meetings: Architecture Committee – Monday, June 17th, 5:30pm via Zoom Events Committee – Tuesday, June 25th, 6pm, 74 Joy Street Upcoming BHCA Events: Summer Evening at Otis House – Thursday, June 27th, 6-8pm Dinner Under the Stars –…
Neighborhood Roundup
WECA Meeting Set for June 13 at Amy Lowell Apartments The West End Civic Association (WECA) will hold its next meeting in person on Thursday, June 13, at 6 p.m. in the Community Room at Amy Lowell Apartments at 65…
Friends of the Public Garden Announces Henry Lee Fund for Boston Parks
The Friends of the Public Garden announced the creation of a new fund named for its president emeritus, Henry Lee, during a public launch event on Tuesday, June 11, at the Parkman Bandstand on the Boston Common. The Henry Lee…