It’s not too early to be investigating snow removal problems, according to local City Councilor Matt O’Malley. O’Malley last month called for a hearing into city and state agencies’ problems removing snow from public property. Last winter, bus stops, sidewalks…
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Alleged drug trafficker arrested in JP
A major drug bust that included an arrest in a JP restaurant on Sept. 7 led to the seizure of over 3 kilos of cocaine. Adriano Pena, 35, of Roslindale and Wiston Pena, 42, of Dorchester, were arrested after allegedly…
Teen charged with firing gun during chase
A Jamaica Plain youth was held on $100,000 bail after being charged with firing an unlicensed handgun while being chased by police last month. According to a press release, Boston Police were in the area of Academy Homes in Jackson…
Landmark laundry returns to Hyde Sq.
HYDE SQ.—A laundromat that has served as a basic community resource and chatting spot for decades re-opened last week after changing owners and a four-month closure and remodel. The Jamaica Plain Laundry Centre at 410 Centre St. closed in late…
Parking lot repairs see the light
PONSIDE—After a month without power, the parking lot between Thomas and Burroughs streets regained illumination on Sept. 30. The parking lot behind Blanchards Wines and Spirits had been without power since Sept. 2, following a car accident that damaged a…
Hospital ranked a ‘top performer’
JAMAICA HILLS—Faulkner Hospital last month was named one of the nation’s top performers on key health care quality measures by The Joint Commission, which accredits hospitals. Faulkner was recognized for high performance with procedures that improve outcomes for heart failure,…
Former nursing home head accused of Medicaid fraud
The former owner of the privately run Pond View Nursing Home at 81 S. Huntington Ave. was indicted for alleged Medicaid fraud last week as part of an investigation by the state Attorney General’s Office. Carolyn Wetterberg co-owned the nursing…
Senior car service heads to JP
A low-cost private taxi service for seniors and people who are visually impaired is aiming to serve JP by December, and may even be based here. “We’re really looking forward to serving Jamaica Plain and connected areas of Boston,” said…
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Councilors push for drug drop-offs
Local City Councilor Matt O’Malley and Councilor Rob Consalvo are calling for a year-round program to let residents drop off unwanted prescription drugs. The city and other agencies currently hold occasional drug drop-off days at a few locations. Some type…