What went wrong? So many people in Jamaica Plain—and across Boston, the state and the whole country are wondering aloud the past few weeks after Republican former president, Donald Trump won the election for president on Nov. 5. A full…
Is the Housing Problem Solvable?
It is estimated that the U.S. presently is short of anywhere from four million to seven million housing units, including both rentals and single-family homes. This is an astounding number that is growing larger every year. Housing production is lagging…
JPA Discusses Need for Improvements at the Pond
Special to the Gazette The Board of Directors of the Jamaica Pond Association (JPA) held its regular monthly meeting this past Monday, November 4, via Zoom. Chair Kay Mathew presided over the session that included fellow members Michael Reiskind, Rosemary…
ANRC Residents and Staff Celebrate A Special Pontifical Blessing
The Armenian Nursing and Rehabilitation Center (ANRC) had the distinct honor of hosting His Holiness Aram I, Catholicos of Cilicia. During this most memorable visit, His Holiness shared a special blessing and toured the Jamaica Plain, dedicated to providing both…
Despite Expected Election Outcome, Boston Voters Back Harris for President
By Dan Murphy In contrast to the expected outcome of the Presidential Election on Tuesday, Nov. 5, Boston voters resoundingly supported Vice President Kamala Harris over former President Donald Trump in the race. According to the city’s unofficial election results…
MassDOT Announces Third Annual “Name A Snowplow” Contest for Massachusetts’ Elementary Schools
The Massachusetts Department of Transportation (MassDOT) is announcing the third annual “Name A Snowplow” contest for statewide elementary school students in Massachusetts. The contest seeks to solicit names for 12 MassDOT snowplows that will be in service for the upcoming…