Month: June 2025

Obituaries 06-26-2025

Luis Fernando Milan A beloved soul, who touched many lives       Luis Fernando Milan of Jamaica Plain (Boston) passed away peacefully among close family members on June 14, 2025. Better known as Fernando to his friends and Nandi to his…

A Journey for the Ages​

Commentary by John Swan       ​When I first wandered into Jamaica Plain in 1969 my Cambridge friends warned me that it was a dangerous place. Crime and arson plagued the deteriorating neighborhood, especially around Jamaica Pond. The state also planned…

It’s Ice Cream Season!

J.P. Licks announces new flavors and a Levain Bakery collaboration for summer 2025 Special to the Gazette       J.P. Licks is excited to announce their May & June 2025 ice cream flavors, featuring brand-new creations – Pineapple Upside Down Cake,…

JP Observer

Local activist turned author describes The Battle for Boston under Mayor Flynn By Sandra Storey / Special to the Gazette       The mayoral administration of Ray Flynn set a progressive tone and agenda that has lasted until today in Boston…

Local Students in the News

Jaden Mitchell Recognized at 2025 Student Life Awards       Jaden Mitchell, a member of Stonehill College’s Class of 2025 from Jamaica Plain was recently honored at the institution’s Student Life Awards, held Sunday, April 27, 2025. This program celebrates campus…

Massport Awards Annual STEM Scholarships

Two outstanding local high school students receive awards Special to the Gazette       The Massachusetts Port Authority (Massport) today announced the recipients of the annual Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM) Scholarships. The 2025 awards were presented to two outstanding…