Progress Report: Study Shows Gains, Systemic Obstacles to Boston’s Ambitious...
Special to the Times A first-of-its-kind report on Boston’s collective progress toward being a carbon-neutral city by 2050, that was released last week, finds that while the city has made notable...
View ArticleBeacon Hill Civic Association Community Corner
The Beacon Hill Architectural Commission and the BHCA The Beacon Hill Historic District is the oldest in Massachusetts and originated in 1955 by an act of the Massachusetts General Court (Chapter 616...
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WE Museum Receives BPDA Funding To Support Rehabilitation Efforts
Special to Times The Boston Planning & Development Agency (BPDA) announced on Monday, Nov. 7, the delivery of $569,118 in funding to The West End Museum, provided by The HYM Investment Group...
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Over $400,000 Raised at Bina Farm’s Horsing Around Gala
Special to Times After three years of not being able to gather in person, the Horsing Around Gala for the BINA Farm Center returned on Saturday, Nov. 5, to Boston’s Mandarin Oriental Hotel. The event...
View ArticleGet Your Flu Vaccine Now!
We’ll be the first to admit that “vaccine fatigue” is affecting all of us these days. But the reality is that the viruses never take a break — virus fatigue is not in their DNA. Although hopefully the...
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Shah’s Halal Food Poised to Open in Cambridge Street Food Court A restaurant specializing in Mediterranean chicken-and-rice dishes is poised to open in the “three-stall” food court at 106-120...
View ArticleCity of Boston Traffic Advisory
Events happening in the City of Boston this week will bring some parking restrictions and street closures. People attending these events are encouraged to walk, bike, or take public transit....
View ArticleNorth Washington Street Bridge Construction Look-Ahead Through Nov. 26
This is a brief overview of construction operations and impacts for the North Washington Street Bridge Replacement Project. MassDOT will provide additional notices as needed for high-impact work and...
View ArticleRemembering Matthew Raisz of Marika’s Antiques
Matthew “Matt” Raisz, owner of Marika’s Antiques on Charles Street, passed away on Oct. 20, following a tough battle with multiple myeloma. He was only 69. Matt joined the staff of Marika’s Antiques...
View ArticleBeacon Hill Women’s Forum Welcomes Guest Speaker Sara Campbell
Story by Marianne Salza Sara Campbell, Founder and Chief Executive Officer of Sara Campbell, Limited, has her 22 women’s fashion boutiques laid out like living rooms. Customers can relax, drink wine,...
View ArticleWorking Toward a Healthy Body, Peaceful Mind and Joyful Heart
Special to the Times Join Dr. Beth Frates to explore how we can enhance our state of well-being and thrive. She’ll review research and practical strategies to improve our health with the 12 Step...
View ArticleThe Nazis of Copley Square: A Talk by Charles Gallagher
Story by Marianne Salza The West End Museum (WEM) welcomed Boston College professor, Charles Gallagher, for a discussion about his book, “Nazis of Copley Square: The Forgotten Story of the Christian...
View ArticleFreeman and Cox Richardson To Receive Prescott Award for Excellence in...
On November 17, noted historians Joanne Freeman and Heather Cox Richardson will jointly receive the Prescott Award for Excellence in Historical Writing from the Colonial Dames of Massachusetts in...
View ArticleBeacon Hill Civic Association Community Corner
Holiday Decorating Days! Thank you to all who attended our Garlands & Greens fundraiser last night to welcome in the holiday season and raise funds for decorating the 1,100 gas lamps on Beacon...
View ArticleThank You, Nancy Pelosi
The announcement last week by House Speaker Nancy Pelosi that she will be stepping down from her leadership role in the Democratic caucus (although she will remain as a member of the House) marks an...
View ArticleHappy Thanksgiving
Thanksgiving is a uniquely American holiday, tracing its roots back 400 years to the Pilgrims and Indigenous People, long before there was even a thought of a United States of America. Thanksgiving is...
View ArticleBPHC Encourages Precautions Ahead of Thanksgiving
The Boston Public Health Commission (BPHC) today advised residents to stay vigilant to protect themselves from COVID-19 and other respiratory illnesses such as flu and RSV when celebrating...
View ArticleVirtual Flower Arranging Workshop To Benefit the Hurley K-8 School
Looking for a fun holiday activity you can do from home with friends and family? Please consider a virtual flower arranging workshop to benefit the Hurley K-8 School! Each ticket includes fresh...
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Mayor Wu Kicks Off Vicinity Energy’s Electrification Plans
Special to the Sun Vicinity Energy, a decarbonization leader with the nation’s largest portfolio of district energy systems, serving over 70 million square feet of building space across Boston and...
View ArticleNeighborhood Roundup
Beacon Hill Holiday Stroll Returns Thursday, Dec. 1 The Beacon Hill Business Association presents the annual Beacon Hill Holiday Stroll on Thursday, Dec. 1, from 6 to 9 p.m. Pictures with Santa take...
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