Special to the Gazette The Jamaica Plain Neighborhood Council (JPNC) held its regular monthly meeting on Tuesday, August 26, via Zoom. Chair Renee Stacey Welch presided over the session. JPNC members in attendance were vice-chair Bernie Doherty, secretary Michael Reiskind,…
Month: September 2025
Wu and Kraft Top Mayoral Race in Preliminary Election
By Dan Murphy Incumbent Mayor Michelle Wu and rival Josh Kraft topped the ballot in a four-way mayoral race in the preliminary election on Tuesday, Sept. 9, paving their way for a rematch in the Nov. 4 municipal election. According…
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The Lash Family is one of three one-million dollar donors to YES’s Capital Campaign for its new headquarters in Jamaica Plain Special to the Gazette Brian Lash, owner of Owls Nest Resort in Thornton, New Hampshire, has been a longtime supporter…
Wu Announces New Resources to make Fresh Fruits and Vegetables more Affordable
Special to the Gazette Mayor Michelle Wu announced new initiatives to support low-income residents, including the 143,000 Boston residents who participate in the federal Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), and expand access to affordable and fresh fruits and vegetables at…
Health Officials Announce Additional Human Cases of West Nile Virus
Special to the Gazette The Massachusetts Department of Public Health (DPH) announced two additional human cases of West Nile virus (WNV) in Massachusetts this year. One is in a man in his 40s who was likely exposed to the virus…
A Cursed Brick and Unsolved Mystery Await You at Old North Church
Special to the gazette This fall, the Old North Church Historic Site will open the doors to one of Boston’s most spine-chilling, little-known artifacts —the infamous cursed brick, now on display in the church’s historic crypt. This eerie relic, accompanied…
All MBTA Modes Free After 9 p.m. to Mark the Start of Extended Service
Special to the Gazette The Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority (MBTA) announced last month that, effective August 24 as part of Fall 2025 service changes, all subway lines and eight frequent bus routes will offer extended service on Fridays and Saturdays…
Wu Announces Grant Applications Open for Spooky Streets and Fall Events
Special to the Gazette Mayor Michelle Wu and the Community Engagement Cabinet’s Office of Civic Organizing announced applications are now open for the Spooky Streets Grant Program. Residents and community groups who apply and get approved will receive a mini-grant for $300 to…
Get Ready for the 32nd JP Open Studios
By Gazette Staff JP Open Studios is back for 2025! This annual event, a cornerstone of Jamaica Plain’s creative community, will be held on Saturday, September 27, and Sunday, September 28, from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. each day.…
Red Bull Cliff Diving Returns to Boston
Special to the Gazette The highly anticipated 2025 Red Bull Cliff Diving World Series will make its triumphant return to Boston Harbor on September 19 and 20, 2025. This will be the only stop in the United States and…