Members of the team behind the proposed redevelopment of the Motor Mart Garage outlined planned refinements to the streetscape during a city-sponsored meeting on Tuesday, May 28, at the Revere Hotel. An affiliate of the Los Angeles-based CIM Group and…
Author: Dan Murphy
Hampshire House Turns 50
The Beacon Hill landmark whose basement pub inspired the classic TV sitcom “Cheers” – celebrates its 50th anniversary this Monday, June 10. “When you’ve been around 50 years, you have to have a party,” said Tom Kershaw, chairman of the…
City Streets Czar Chris Osgood on Hand for Civic Association’s 97th Annual Meeting
Chris Osgood, the city’s chief of streets, transportation and sanitation, served as the keynote speaker and provided his “Update on Boston’s Streets” during the Beacon Hill Civic Association’s 97th annual meeting on Monday, May 20, at the Union Club. “Great…
Ivy A. Turner Receives 23rd Annual Beacon Award
At the 97th annual meeting of the Beacon Hill Civic Center Monday night at the Union Club, Ivy A. Turner received the 23rd annual Beacon Award for her “significant and sustained” contribution to the neighborhood. Turner was drawn to Beacon…
Architectural Commission Again Defers Decision on Bistro Application
The Beacon Hill Architectural Commission again voted to delay its determination on the Beacon Hill Hotel & Bistro’s application in a matter that was continued from the previous two months at its May 16 hearing at City Hall. The applicant…
An Honor Esplanade Named Winner of Contest For ‘Natural Landmarks Worth Saving’
The Charles River Esplanade has been named the winner of a contest sponsored by the American Association of Endodontists (AAE) that recognized “natural landmarks worth saving.” “Congratulations to the Charles River Esplanade for winning AAE’s landmarks competition,” Dr. Keith V.…
Owl’s Nest Beer Garden Returns to the Esplanade
A sun-kissed spring day on Wednesday, May 8, was the setting for the soft opening of the seasonal Owl’s Nest Beer Garden on the Charles River Esplanade. Following on the success of last year’s inaugural season, which drew around 50,000…
State Unveils Conceptual Plans for Craigie Bridge Bike Lane
The Massachusetts Department of Transportation (MassDOT) unveiled conceptual plans for the installation of a bike lane on the Craigie Bridge (a/k/a Charles River Dam Road) at a community meeting on Wednesday, May 1, at the Museum of Science. MassDOT Highway…
Montez Haywood Enters District 8 City Council Race
Another candidate has entered the race for District 8 City Councilor. Montez Haywood, a 39-year-old West End resident and prosecutor at the Suffolk County District Attorney’s office, will seek the seat currently held by Josh Zakim (who isn’t seeking reelection)…
Antonio’s Turns 25
Antonio’s Cucina Italiano celebrates 25 years at 288 Cambridge St. today, Thursday, May 2. Steven Colarusso, owner of the popular Italian eatery, said upon first seeing the space a quarter century ago, he and his business partner at the time…