By Adilson González Morales Whenever I talk to friends and colleagues about their experiences learning Spanish, French, or another language, you’d think they all went to the same school. Most people know the story – your bladder is about…
Month: March 2025
Obituaries 03-28-2025
Dean Conway August 25, 1947–March 9, 2025 Dean Joseph Conway of Jamaica Plain was a teacher, soccer coach, mentor and friend who affected us with his vibrant curiosity, generous spirit and humble commitment to a kinder and more just…
JP Centre South Main Streets Hold Annual Meeting
JPNC Approves Votes of Zoning Committee
By Gazette Staff The Jamaica Plain Neighborhood Council (JPNC) held its regular monthly meeting on Tuesday, February 25, via Zoom. Chair Renee Stacey Welch presided over the session. JPNC members in attendance included at-large members Purple Reign, Sarah Freeman,…
ESNA Discusses Squares + Streets
By Michael Coughlin Jr. Last week, during the Egleston Square Neighborhood Association’s (ESNA) monthly meeting, Laurie Radwin, Coordinator at the Roslindale Coalition, presented thoughts on the Squares + Streets process, which is wrapping up in Roslindale Square and may…
Summer Brings Unique Options for Local Children
Staff Report Even though the official start of spring doesn’t arrive for another two weeks, it’s already time for parents to look past the current school year and begin considering summer alternatives for their children. Boston-area kids can choose…
Planning Department Staff Talks Squares + Streets with JPNC Zoning Committee
By Michael Coughlin Jr. The Jamaica Plain Neighborhood Council (JPNC) Zoning Committee hosted members of the Planning Department to discuss Squares + Streets at its meeting last week. According to the Planning Department’s website, Squares + Streets is…
Wu Announces Expansion of Swim Safe Program
Special to the Gazette Mayor Michelle Wu, the City of Boston’s Human Services Cabinet, and Boston Centers for Youth & Families (BCYF) announced applications are now open for the latest round of Swim Safe Boston grants to support non-profit…
Plans for 920 Centre Street Development Presented at Meeting
By Michael Coughlin Jr. Last week, the Planning Department hosted a meeting in which the proponents of a project at 920 Centre Street described their plans to build senior rental units and new condominiums on the site. As…
MBTA Gears up for South Boston’s Annual St. Patrick’s Day Parade
Special to the Gazette The MBTA is preparing for the annual St. Patrick’s Day parade and festivities in South Boston on Sunday, March 16, 2025. With nearly a million people expected to attend the parade, the MBTA is implementing…