Our Independent Newspaper Group founding publisher, Andrew P. Quigley, who lived an extraordinary life, used to say, “When you look back on your life, you realize that all you really have is a lot of memories.” What brings these words…
Author: Beacon Hill Times Staff
Congratulations, U.S. Women’s Soccer
Every now and then the accomplishments of an individual athlete or team will transcend whatever it is that they have achieved in the world of sports. Prime examples include the late Muhammad Ali and the 1980 U.S. Olympic hockey team. …
Guest Op-Ed : How We’re Working to Ensure the Boston Police Department Reflects and Serves Our Neighborhoods
By Mayor Martin J. Walsh Last month, we welcomed the Boston Police Academy’s newest recruits. These men and women had spent the last six months learning to serve and protect the people of Boston with the highest standards of excellence…
Beacon Hill Civic Association Community Corner
Neighborhood Services Committees – the BHCA working for you! Streets & Sidewalks The Streets and Sidewalks Committee had another busy and productive year working with State Representatives and the Boston City Council regarding legislation of the numerous Airbnb establishments on…
West End Branch Boston Public Library
The Friends of the West End Branch of the Boston Public Library hosted a Meshugenah Hat Company tea party on June 6, at the West End Branch of the Boston Public Library. The Meshugenah Hat Company’s founders, Marcia and Carla…
Fire Officials Urge the Public to Leave the Fireworks to the Professionals
“Last year, several people lost fingers and suffered serious burns lighting off illegal fireworks in Massachusetts,” said State Fire Marshal Peter J. Ostroskey. “Thirty-four firefighters were injured when an errant firework ignited a six-family building. Have a fun but safe…
Local Students Receive Academic Achievements
Boston College High School Third Quarter Honors The following students have been named to the Third Quarter Hionor Roll at Boston College High School. For High Honors a Soph., Jr.,Sr. must have at least a 3.80 quality point average and…
Neighborhood Roundup
Friends of the Public Garden’s Annual Summer Party Returns July 17 The Friends of the Public Garden’s annual Summer Party comes to the Four Seasons Hotel Boston, 200 Boylston St. on Wednesday, July 17, from 6 to 8 p.m. Tickets…
Police Briefs 07-03-2019
Beacon Hill Beat : From Boston Police Area A-1 Aggravated Assault and Battery 06/28/19 – A female victim reported being stuck in the face and neck by a male suspect carrying a stick. The victim stated she was walking on…
Enjoy an Awesome and Safe 4th of July
With the Fourth of July falling on a Thursday this year, many of us will be enjoying an extra-long holiday weekend for which the weather hopefully will cooperate. The Fourth of July rekindles fond memories from our childhood of the…