By Adam Swift A three-story, three-unit home proposed for 10 Glenside Ave. is too big for its parcels and creates some parking issues with the adjacent property at 8 Glenside Ave., according to a majority of members of the Jamaica…
Month: September 2022
Jamaica Plain Open Studios set for this weekend
The Boston arts community and resident are looking forward to celebrating the 29th year of Jamaica Plain Open Studios (JPOS), a free, annual event that gives the public the opportunity to meet some of the city’s premier artists and experience…
Tiroteos en JP casi a la par con 2021
El jueves 1 de septiembre, la sucursal de Jamaica Plain del Departamento de Policía de Boston organizó su reunión mensual de relaciones comunitarias de forma remota en Zoom. La reunión es una oportunidad para que los residentes hagan preguntas a…
Jamaica Plain shootings nearly on par with 2021
On Thursday, Sept. 1, the Jamaica Plain Branch of the Boston Police Department hosted its monthly community relations meeting remotely on Zoom. The meeting is an opportunity for residents to ask questions of local law enforcement. Attendees received year-to-date Part…
Boston ranks among most expensive cities; rents show sharp increase
According to national reports, Boston is one of the most expensive cities in the United States, whether to rent or own a home. Given the building and job boom, many potential buyers are looking to rent, given the tight market…
Realtors say that JP housing market is strong
Even with interest rates approaching six percent, the Jamaica Plain real estate market remains strong, with a tight inventory according to local realtors. “Jamaica Plain real estate is still strong, “ said Ellen Grubert of Compass Real Estate. “Many buyers…
Wu announces next steps for municipal energy efficiency upgrades
Mayor Michelle Wu announced that the City of Boston will begin an inventory of all its exterior lights as a part of Renew Boston Trust (RBT), a self-funding finance mechanism that uses the cost savings from efficiency projects to pay…
Wu announces efforts to increase tree canopy around Boston
Mayor Michelle Wu announced efforts to bolster the City of Boston’s tree canopy to enhance livability and public health throughout Boston’s neighborhoods. As part of the announcement, Mayor Wu is launching a new Forestry Division within the Boston Parks and…
Officials tell residents of city’s programs to address rat problem
Whether you live in East Boston, Beacon Hill, Back Bay, or Jamaica Plain, there is a common problem that all residents are facing — and that is rats. “It is a big issue,” Inspectional Service Director (ISD) Director John Ulrich…
September recognized as Healthy Aging Awareness Month
Whittier Street Health Center, a community health center that serves residents of Jamaica Plain and with a mission to serve as a center of excellence that provides high quality and accessible health care and social services that achieve health equity,…