The commemoration of the battles of Lexington and Concord continues another year and frankly the world should be grateful for that. We remain the world’s great shining light of freedom and democracy, even if our national government can’t agree on…
Author: Beacon Hill Times Staff
The Mayor’s Victory
Mayor Thomas Menino was the first in this state to boldly challenge the right of city and town unions to reject money saving initiatives when it comes to their municipality provided and paid for health insurance policies and premiums. The…
Police Briefs 04-18-2011
OUI/Alcohol 04/05/11 – A male suspect was arrested for operating a 2001 Chevrolet Silverado on Charles Street under the influence of alcohol at about 12:13 a.m. Fire 04/10/11 – Boston firefighters were on the scene of a basement kitchen-stove fire,…
Two Candidates seek to Lead BHCA
-By Dan Murphy Two candidates are now in the running for president of the Beacon Hill Civic Association (BHCA) for the 2011-2012 term. Steve Young, who was unanimously selected as the presidential candidate by the BHCA Nominating Committee, will face…
Area A-1 Sees 24-Percent Reduction in Violent and Property Crimes for ‘11
By Dan Murphy Area A-1, which includes Beacon Hill, Charlestown, Chinatown and downtown, has experienced a 24-percent reduction in violent and property crimes to date in 2011, compared with last year, police said. Between Jan. 1 and April 4, 569…
Officials Say: Redistricting will be Clean this Time
-By David Taber State redistricting began last month with local politicians promising that a transparent process will avoid what happened last time: A redrawing of the legislative map by the courts after they ruled the process had been illegal and…
Street Cleaning Continues
All caution must be observed by automobile owners during street sweeping season which is now in full swing throughout our neighborhoods. Strict attention must be paid to signage and e-mails sent out by the city to avoid the ultimate disaster…
Always Exercise Caution When Alone in the Park
Boston and State Police are urging residents who use the Esplanade to be aware after an alleged assault of a college student during the weekend. The woman told investigators her assailant attacked her shortly after 11:30 p.m. Saturday night while…
Police Briefs 04-12-2011
Larceny – $200 and Over 03/30/11 – A Brimmer Street school reported that unknown person(s) stole three brass caps that were attached to the building between 5 p.m. and 6:30 a.m. Larceny/Shoplifting 03/31/11 – A male suspect stole a large…
Hill Fashion Designer Donates Dresses to ‘Belle of the Ball’
As one of Boston’s premier fashion designers, Cibeline Sariano has designed dresses for the Grammy Awards, the Oscars, the Emmys and just about every other red-carpet event. She has seen the proud look of the rich and famous that has…