Jamaica Plain saw a four percent increase in the COVID-19 infection rate in the past two weeks but is still below the citywide average. According to Boston Public Health Commission (BPHC) data released last Friday, Jamaica Plain’s infection rate went…
Time is running out to participate in the U.S. 2020 Census
With the help of local organizations and volunteers the City of Boston is making a final push to get an accurate census count ahead of the Sept. 30 deadline. “This once-in-a-decade opportunity will determine the amount of elected representatives Boston…
JPNC hears about Parcel Priority Plan; update from Rep. Nika Elugardo
The Jamaica Plain Neighborhood Council (JPNC) met virtually on September 22, where Maggie Owens of the Boston Parks and Recreation Department presented information about the new Parcel Priority Plan, and Representative Nika Elugardo gave a quick update on what’s been…
News Briefs
5k Walk set for Oct. 3 The now-Covid safe annual 5k Walk will be held on Saturday, October 3. Register today: southst.org/walk2020. Due to pandemic we encourage folks to register early so we can manage appropriate social distancing in the…
District E-13 crime down 15 percent but Domestic Aggravated Assault and car breaks are up 73 and 30 percent respectively
The Boston Police Department released the third quarter crime stats for District E-13 and much like the first quarter report released back in May car breaks continue to be a problem in the area. While Part One Crimes are down…
Letter to the Editor 09-25-2020
We were there working hard Dear Editor: In the article that Seth Daniel published “What’s in a name? Kennedy name no longer enough to best veteran politician Makey in Boston,” left the impression that there was not a real Jamaica…