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…