Charles Street Supply was among 30 longstanding, independent businesses citywide recognized by the Mayor’s Office of Economic Opportunity for contributing to the fabric of their respective neighborhoods during the city’s second annual Legacy Business Award Reception on Tuesday, June 4,…
Author: Dan Murphy
Lisa Jeanne Graf joins race for Suffolk 8th District state rep seat
For longtime Fenway resident Lisa Jeanne Graf, her decision to challenge incumbent Rep. Jay Livingstone for the Suffolk 8th District seat comes down to a pending state bill that she believes will provide equal rights for disabled people to safeguard…
Reimagined West End Museum Reopens to Public
A thoroughly reimagined West End Museum welcomed the public back for the first time in more than two years on Thursday, May 24. “We’re so proud to have it open, and to be able to show this space, and to…
Suzanne Besser Receives 27th Annual Beacon Award
At the Beacon Hill Civic Association annual meeting held Monday May 20, at the Somerset Club, Suzanne Besser was honored with the 27th annual Beacon Award, which publicly recognizes an individual or group each year whose long-term leadership has made…
Annie Fields Garden Among Hidden Gardens Tour Highlights
Annie Fields Garden, the large garden off Charles River Square created by renowned horticulturist and writer Annie Fields, was among the highlights of this year’s Hidden Garden Tour. With its meandering pathways, along with benches and other quiet places to…
BHAC Approves Hanging Sign for New Charles Street Hair Salon
The Beacon Hill Architectural Commission voted unanimously to approve as submitted an application for a hanging sign for a new Charles Street hair salon at the commission’s monthly public gearing held virtually on Thursday, May 16. The applicant said the…
Newly Renovated West End Museum To Reopen May 23
After being closed to the public for more than two years following a substantial flood, a newly renovated and reimagined West End Museum will formally reopen on Thursday, May 23. “It’s totally different from the old museum,” said Simon Belfanti,…
Eagerly Awaited Folio Bistro Set To Open June 25
As the last phase of the extensive renovation and expansion of the Boston Athenaeum, its eagerly awaited street-level bistro , Folio, will open on Tuesday, June 25. “Folio will serve as a welcoming extension of the Boston Athenaeum,” said Leah…
Azita Bina-Seibel Reflects on Her Career Ahead of Imminent Closing of Bin 26 Enoteca
Saturday, June 1, will mark the end of an era when Bin 26 Enoteca closes after nearly two decades in business due to the retirement of co-owner and chef, Azita Bina-Seibel, who credits much of her success to the loyal…
Antonio’s Turns 30
Antonio’s Cucina Italiana marked a major milestone on Thursday, May 2, as the longstanding restaurant celebrated 30 years in business at 288 Cambridge St. “We were slammed from the day we opened. We were so busy trying to get organized…