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…
Month: June 2025
Celebrating Gerry Wright at Loring- Greenough
Mayor Wu Addresses Residents’ Concerns about White Stadium Project at JPNC Meeting
By Gazette Staff The Jamaica Plain Neighborhood Council (JPNC) held its regular monthly meeting on Tuesday, May 27. On hand for the session were chair Renee Stacey Welch, Purple Reign, Willie Mitchell, Bernie Doherty, Dave Baron, Sarah Freeman, Leah…
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…
Inaugural Forest Hills Community History Night and Potluck Set for June 28
On Saturday, June 28 from 5 to 7pm the JP Historical Society and Wenham Street Cinema will host the first ever Forest Hills Community History Night and Potluck! The location is 23 Wenham St. At this event some…
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…
2025 Boston Parks and Recreation Summer Program Guide Now Available
Special to the Gazette Looking for outdoor fun this summer? Check out the Boston Parks and Recreation Department’s Summer Guide, a complete schedule of free events and activities for all ages. Visit boston.gov/parks to view the Summer Guide in…
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…