The Jamaica Plain Neighborhood Council (JPNC) met virtually on March 23, where members heard updates from committee chairs, and one new member was elected to the Council. Housing & Development Committee Committee chair Carolyn Royce reported that members of…
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Walsh gives final farewell after Senate confirmation
Mayor Marty Walsh gave his final press conference as mayor of Boston on March 22, and headed off to Washington, D.C on Tuesday morning to begin his new role as US Secretary of Labor. The Senate voted 68 to…
Following Walsh’s departure, Janey sworn in as acting mayor
In a ceremony at City Hall on Wednesday afternoon, Kim Janey was sworn in as the first Black person and first woman to lead the City of Boston, a day after Mayor Marty Walsh left for Washington following his…
Essaibi George’s ‘Get Boston Back to Business’ Tour Kicks Off
City Councilor At-Large and mayoral candidate Annissa Essaibi George has embarked on a “Get Boston Back to Business” tour, where she visits local businesses across the city to chat with owners about recovery efforts and what kind of support they’re…
At Annual Meeting, JP Centre/South Main Streets Celebrates Triumphs Throughout a Difficult Year
JP Centre/South Main Streets held its annual meeting virtually on March 10, where leaders discussed how the organization helped many small businesses in the district in the midst of a global pandemic, as well as heard from keynote speaker City…
West Roxbury Native Launches Her Campaign for District 6 City Council
Born and raised in West Roxbury, Mary Tamer knows the neighborhood inside and out. She has announced her campaign for District 6 City Councilor, which is currently held by Matt O’Malley, who will not be seeking reelection. As a child,…
Third Community Meeting Held Regarding Egleston Square Library Redesign
A third public meeting regarding the redesign of the Egleston Square branch of the Boston Public Library (BPL) was held on March 9, where the project team discussed the project scope and where they are in the planning process, as…
JPA Approves Change of Occupancy on Castleton St. Discusses Parking Signage on S. Huntington Ave
The Jamaica Pond Association (JPA) met virtually on March 1, where members voted on a zoning matter on Castleton St., as well as discussed new parking signage on South Huntington Ave. 22 Castleton St. Anita Lauricella, the owner of the…
Senior Life Special Section: Ethos Helps Navigate Seniors Through Troubling Pandemic times
JP-based nonprofit Ethos has been helping seniors stay independent since 1974 with various programs and services. The Gazette spoke with Raymond Santos, Ethos’ Development Chief & Community Relations Officer, to learn more about how Ethos assists seniors in the community,…
Reimagine Boston Main Streets Program Looks at Ways to Support Local Business Districts and Ensure Equitable Economic Recovery
In the midst of a pandemic, looking out for the future of Boston’s Main Streets districts has become all the more urgent. City officials launched the Reimagine Main Streets program in November of last year, which, according to the City’s…