JACKSON SQ.—The Bromley-Heath housing development’s Tenant Management Corporation (TMC) had no existing management contract and no “heir apparent” to follow its retiring leader, sparking the Boston Housing Authority’s (BHA) surprise takeover, the Gazette has learned. Led by Mildred Hailey for…
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Housing project to get advisory group
S. HUNTINGTON AVE.—The giant apartment project proposed for the Home for Little Wanderers site will be reviewed by an advisory group being formed by the Boston Redevelopment Authority (BRA). Boston Residential Group is proposing to demolish the existing buildings at…
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Homeless care project is back in court
PARKSIDE—The lawsuit about a proposed care and housing facility for the homeless on Walnut Avenue is in appeal, after a failed round of negotiations between the developers and neighbors. Both sides refused offers to settle out of court. JPNDC offered…
Police Spotlight: Burglaries return to JP South
The area of the Arborway, Jamaica Street and St. Rose Street, which had a string of burglaries last fall, is seeing another increase in residential break-ins. Most of the crimes have been committed by people who walk around the neighborhood…
AIDS Action opens pharmacy
The AIDS Action Committee is teaming up with MOMS Pharmacy to provide a one-stop facility at its Amory Street location in Jackson Square for people living with HIV and AIDS. “It’s more comprehensive than other social or medical organizations that…
Whole Foods seeks seating area
HYDE SQ.—Whole Foods Market is seeking to add a seating area for in-store dining. The grocery store at 413 Centre St. recently posted a petition that customers could sign in support of seating, though it is unable to say how…
Farmers market shuts down
EGLESTON SQ.—The farmers market at Community Servings is shutting down and will not return this summer, the nonprofit announced this week. “Unfortunately, the market hasn’t generated enough business for our vendors, despite our best efforts at spreading the word,” said…
English High Sports: Boys basketball team gelled during tough season
Despite his team finishing below .500 this season, English High School boys basketball coach Barry Robinson was delighted with his squad’s character. “The team’s strength was unity,” said Robinson. “It was one of the most beautiful teams I’ve had in…
J.P. Licks launches vegan ice cream
Will use soy, coconut and hemp CENTRAL JP—J.P. Licks is launching a menu of vegan ice cream made with non-diary products—including soy, coconut and hemp. Vince Petryk, owner and founder of the Jamaica Plain-based sweets-and-coffee chain, says the new offerings…