Special to the Gazette Boston is preparing to mark the 250th anniversary of the American Revolution—honoring the people, ideas, and places that sparked independence. Led by the City’s Commemoration Commission, planning for Boston 250 is building toward an inclusive,…
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Tax Relief legislation overwhelmingly passes Senate
37–1 vote to approve property tax relief for homeowners, seniors and small businesses Special to the Gazette Last week, Massachusetts State Senate voted to make housing more affordable in Massachusetts, approving new tools that give cities and towns the…
North Atlantic Right Whales Return to Southern New England Waters
Special to the Gazette North Atlantic right whales have returned to the waters south of Massachusetts, prompting federal authorities to designate a voluntary slow zone. Scientists from the New England Aquarium’s Anderson Cabot Center for Ocean Life were…
The Museum of African American History marks a century of Black History commemorations throughout February
Special to the Gazette In 2026, Black History Week will celebrate its 100th anniversary. The observance was expanded into a monthlong celebration in 1970, reflecting the growing recognition of the importance of Black history and culture. To honor this…
Let’s Go Patriots!
For those of us who are longtime fans of the New England Patriots, it seems like it was only yesterday that the Pats of Brady and Belichick were the dominant team in the NFL. We were around in…
As we’re Shivering next Week, Remember, we’re Halfway Through Winter
When the National Weather Service issued its long-range forecast for this winter last fall, it was a good news/bad news scenario. They were predicting warmer-than-normal temperatures for our region, which was the good news (after all, who likes cold…
Op-Ed: Your Property Matters: FY 2026 Boston Residential Tax Exemption Can Save You up to $4,353.74 on Your Property Tax Bill
By Diana Coldren Did you know that qualified taxpayers can apply to effectively save up $4,353.74 on their real estate tax-bill for fiscal year 2026! If the residential exemption does not appear on your Fiscal Year 2026 third…
JP Progressives Host Holiday Party
JPNC Opposes Changes to Affordable Units at 3326 Washington St.
By Gazette Staff The Jamaica Plain Neighborhood Council (JPNC) held its regular monthly meeting on Thursday evening, December 18. Chair Renee Stacey Welch presided over the session that was attended by vice-chair Bernard Doherty and fellow members Peter DeCotis,…
City Officials take Oaths of Office as Mayor Wu Promises, ‘Boston will be a Beacon’
By Gazette Staff Boston Mayor Michelle Wu took the oath of office for the second time on Monday morning, Jan. 5, before a capacity crowd who witnessed the traditional pomp and ceremony of a mayoral inauguration at Boston Symphony…