Everyone should spend ample time outdoors while doing their part to help care for the natural world is the overarching message John Judge hopes to instill in those who read his debut book “The Outdoor Citizen.” Judge, a Mt. Vernon…
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BHAC Approves Several Signs, Denies Energy Panels on Lime St.
The Beacon Hill Architectural Commission met for its monthly meeting on Dec. 19, with a full agenda after cancelling its November meeting. Among the list of items heard were proposals for replacement windows, light fixtures, and signs. It was announced…
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King’s Chapel’s Tuesday Recitals King’s Chapel, 58 Tremont St., presents its Tuesday Recitals. Admission is by suggested donation of $5 per person; the donations are given to the performing musicians. Programs begin at 12:15 p.m. and last approximately 35 minutes; for…
Second Boston Common Master Plan Open House Announced
Special to the Beacon Hill Times The Boston Parks and Recreation Department and the Friends of the Public Garden invite the public to the second Boston Common Master Plan Open House on Wednesday, Jan. 15, from 5:30 to 8 p.m.…
CRWA, CLF Settle Lawsuit With EPA
Special to the Beacon Hill Times Charles River Watershed Association (CRWA) and Conservation Law Foundation (CLF) have reached a proposed settlement with the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (US EPA) regarding the Massachusetts municipal stormwater permit. The two organizations intervened in…
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Accolades: Appleton Bridge Receives Prestigious American Architecture Award
The Frances Appleton Pedestrian Bridge racked up another accolade upon receiving the prestigious American Architecture Award for 2019 during a recent ceremony in Miami, Fla. Jointly organized by The Chicago Athenaeum and The European Centre for Architecture Art Design and…
Mayor Walsh Signs Affordable Housing Home Rule Petition
It was a huge win for District 1 City Councilor Lydia Edwards, her colleague Councilor Kim Janey and affordable housing advocates across the city. On Monday, Mayor Martin Walsh signed Edwards and Janey’s Home Rule Petition to impose a real…
Four New BHAC Members Confirmed
The City Council confirmed the appointment of four new members to the Beacon Hill Architectural Commission during a hearing of its Committee on Development, Planning and Transportation on Dec. 10 at City Hall. The new appointees are Arian Allen and…
Beacon Hill Civic Association Community Corner
Have you tried BOS:311? The City of Boston has an important and useful resource for all Boston residents. 311 is an easy to remember telephone number that will connect you with the City’s Constituent Service Center. The center is open…