A former local state senator imprisoned for bribery in 2011 reportedly is back in Boston after being released early. Dianne Wilkerson is now out of prison and under the supervision of a re-entry program, according to the federal Bureau of…
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LGBTQ Rights
JP man charged with T station robbery try
FOREST HILLS—A Jamaica Plain was charged with attempted armed robbery at the Forest Hills T Station on Oct. 8, according to MBTA Transit Police. William Ambroult, 40, allegedly demanded money from a man while displaying what appeared to be a…
State Rep. Sánchez holds gun violence forum
Local state Rep. Jeffrey Sánchez convened a forum on Oct. 9 to discuss gun violence and ways to prevent it. The event was also meant to draw attention to several gun control bills moving through the State House. About 100…
Real estate office opens at church site
HYDE SQ.—The RE/MAX Destiny real estate office opened Oct. 10 at 363 Centre St. at the former Blessed Sacrament Church site. RE/MAX Destiny is a full-service real estate franchise that is a branch of an existing office in Cambridge. Its…
Egleston Market to start Nov. 2
The Egleston Farmers Market is kicking off its second winter season Nov. 2 with Jamaica Plain’s Ten Tables chef Eric Cooper, who will share ideas on what to make with the produce available at the market. The farmer’s market, which…
Chang-Diáz holds hearing on school drop-out bill
Local state Sen. Sonia Chang-Diáz held a hearing Oct. 8 on a bill she is sponsoring to prevent students from dropping out of school, according to a press release. Boston mayoral candidate John Connolly, among others, testified in support of…
30th Year
Roslindale Neigbors: Roslindale Open Studios returns Nov. 2-3
By Janice Williams/Special to the Gazette Roslindale Open Studios, one of the neighborhood’s top art events, returns for its ninth year on Sat., Nov. 2 and Sun., Nov. 3. Sponsored by the Roslindale Arts Alliance, the family friendly event invites…
Roslindale Neighbors: Substation listed on historic register; rehab pending
The former MBTA electrical substation in Roslindale Square has been listed on the National Register of Historic Places, making it eligible for tax credits that can help its pending redevelopment. A plaque marking the historic honor was unveiled in a…