The West End Civic Association (WECA) selected The West End Museum as its 2019 donation recipient. This terrific neighborhood Museum enhances the West End and is dedicated to the collection, preservation and interpretation of the history and culture of the…
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City Reconstructs Sidewalk Ramps and Makes Safety Improvements at Mount Vernon and Walnut Streets
The city is reconstructing sidewalk pedestrian ramps and making traffic safety improvements at the intersection at Walnut Street to improve mobility and slow traffic traveling on Mount Vernon and Chestnut streets, according to Boston Transportation Department officials. Rob Whitney, president…
Mayor Walsh, Boston Residents Honored as Boston Harbor Heroes at save the Harbor’s Gala
On Thursday, March 28, 500 corporate and civic leaders, elected officials, community partners, and Save the Harbor/Save the Bay supporters gathered at the Seaport Hotel for Destination Boston Harbor, Save the Harbor’s annual fundraising gala. This event celebrated a year…
Friends of the Public Garden Seeks New Members
April is Membership Month for the Friends of the Public Garden, the nonprofit organization that has worked in partnership with the City for 49 years to protect and enhance three historic parks in the heart of the city – the…
Scampo launches “Short on Time” Lunch Prix Fixe
Scampo Chefs Lydia Shire and Simone Restrepo have put an Italian spin on traditional lunch favorites with the new Scampo “Short on Time” Lunch Prix Fixe Menu that launched last week. The menu is $25 and includes three courses: Choice…
Neighborhood Roundup
December Thieves happenings December Thieves is partnering wit the French Cultural Center for the Clair-obscur fashion show on Friday, April 5, from 7 to 9 p.m. at the French Cultural Center at 53 Marlborough St. The clair-obscur-themed fashion show,…
Beacon Hill Business Assoc. Holds Annual Meeting at Hampshire House
The Beacon Hill Business Association held its annual meeting on Thursday, March 28, at Hampshire House. At that time, Lucy Grogan and Ali Ringenburg, outgoing co-presidents, outlined the organization’s recent highlights, including the imminent launch of its new website that…
Fairy House Building Event Returns to Franklin Park
Special to the Times Having made it through another winter, it will soon be the time of year when we see the magical creatures that reappear in New England’s fields and woods in the spring. In order to welcome the…
Talking Policy
Zakim Not Seeking Re-election Three Candidates’ Campaigns Are in Full Swing
City Councilor Josh Zakim has announced he is not seeking re-election after serving three terms on the council, which means that District 8 will see a new face next year. Zakim said he is hoping to spend more time with…