The Jamaica Pond Association (JPA) met virtually on January 4, where members heard an updated proposal for the development at 632-638 Centre St. The project originally came before the JPA in June 2018, after which the group opposed it, but…
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JP Licks Offering Liquor-Infused Flavors This Holiday Season
JP Licks, which is heading into its 40th year of business, recently announced the arrival of new alcohol infused flavors, including Caramel Bourbon Fig, Cherry Amaretto, Bourbon Praline, and Coquito, which is a returning flavor. All flavors will run “through…
ZBA Approves 10 Units, Commercial Space at 3305-3307 Washington St.
The Zoning Board of Appeal (ZBA) approved the scope of work proposed for 3305-3307 Washington St., which consists of 10 residential units, one commercial space, and 10 parking spaces. Architect Tim Johnson explained that this project came before the board…
Boston Rolling Back to “Modified Version” of Phase Two, Step Two
Mayor Marty Walsh on Monday announced that effective December 16, Boston will be rolling back to a “modified” version of Phase Two, Step Two of the state’s reopening plan “for at least three weeks.” Walsh said that the increase in…
SNA Discusses Development Process; BMS Paper Update
The Stonybrook Neighborhood Association (SNA) met virtually on December 14, where they had a discussion about the SNA process and how the group will move forward when it comes to development projects. SNA Steering Committee member Jonathan McCurdy explained the…
Baker Addresses Spike in Post-Thanksgiving COVID Cases
Governor Charlie Baker on Tuesday spoke about the importance of not gathering with people outside of your household this holiday season, and spoke about the uptick in infections and hospitalizations that followed the Thanksgiving holiday. Baker said that as of…
Coalition for a Truly Affordable Boston Calls for Changes to the City’s IDP
The Coalition for a Truly Affordable Boston, a group of residents and community organizations who are calling on Mayor Martin Walsh to strengthen the city’s Inclusionary Development Policy (IDP), held a virtual speak-out on December 9 where members explained the…
Jamaica Pond Association Discusses MBTA Cuts; Bynner St. Traffic Calming
The Jamaica Pond Association (JPA) met virtually on December 7, where members discussed various issues affecting the neighborhood. JP BAPA Update JPA Michael Reiskind provided an update on the Jamaica Plain Business and Professional Association (BAPA), which talked about decorating…
JPNC Housing and Development Committee Discusses Affordable Senior Project on Washington St.
The Jamaica Plain Housing and Development Committee of the Jamaica Plain Neighborhood Council (JPNC) met on December 15, where a proposal was heard for a five story building at 3371 Washington St. The project at 3371 Washington St. is being…
Eliot School’s Teenbridge Program Creates Documentary Blending Two Generations with Animation
A documentary by the name of InterGeneration is in its final stages of editing, and is the culmination of work by teens in the Eliot School of Fine and Applied Arts’ TeenBridge program, along with its artist in residence program.…