JP boasts a diverse population of about 40,000. JP has a large gay and lesbian population and is home to several prominent LGBT rights activists. Once called “The Eden of America” by a visitor, according to an 1800s chronicle, Jamaica…
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Take Advantage of the Green Space in Jamaica Plain
Though Jamaica Plain is part of the city of Boston, the parks, urban wilds, playgrounds and community gardens, many supported by the city and state, allow an escape from an overdose of urban life. JP is bordered on three sides…
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Bikes Not Bombs Join the Bikes Not Bombs Community on a bike ride for social change on Sunday, September 10. With 10, 35, 50, 63 and 105 mile routes, there’s a ride for everyone. Riders depart from Jamaica Plain in…
Wu Announces 2023 Mayor’s Garden Contest Winners
Mayor Michelle Wu recently announced the winners of the 27th annual Mayor’s Garden Contest with a grand prize provided by JetBlue, prize packages donated by Mahoney’s Garden Centers, and additional support from in-kind sponsor Polar Beverages. The Mayor’s Garden Contest…
City of Boston Announces Gender Equity Updates to Marriage Licenses
Building on Mayor Wu’s vision of an inclusive City that serves all residents, the City of Boston today announced that it has updated its marriage licenses by no longer requiring sex or gender identification on the licenses. This change is…
Funeral Mass Held for Msgr. Charles J. Bourque
In the church where Msgr. Charles J. Bourque presided as pastor for 28 years, a funeral Mass was held for the retired pastor on Thursday, August 31, at Our Lady of Lourdes Church. Cardinal Sean O’Malley presided in the presence…
Annual Porchfest Rocks the Neighborhood
JPNC Members Criticize New Plans for Arborway Garage, Refer to City Yard as a ‘Dump’
The Jamaica Plain Neighborhood Council (JPNC) held its regular monthly meeting this past Tuesday evening. Chair Renee Stacey Welch and fellow members Michael Reiskind, Bernie Doherty, Sarah Freeman, Gert Thorn, Peg Preble, Leah Simmons, Peter DeCotis, Dave Baron, Purple Reign,…
BPDA Board Approves Rockwood Street Project
By Michael Coughlin Jr. The Boston Planning and Development Agency’s (BPDA) Board of Directors approved a project at 96-100 Rockwood Street in Jamaica Plain during a meeting on Thursday, August 17. At this meeting, Christopher Tracy, a consultant on the…
Senator Miranda’s Initial Budget Session Successes
Senator Liz Miranda ( 2nd Suffolk District) is pleased with what she has been able to achieve in the Commonwealth’s FY2024 budget, recently signed by the Governor. Over $2.4 million will directly impact the 2nd Suffolk district, its businesses and…