The consensus is clear among local real estate agents: Jamaica Plain is one of the most desirable places to live in Boston among the 23 officially recognized neighborhoods in the city. The Gazette spoke with some of JP’s top real…
JPNC members express concerns about project at 3841 Washington St.
The Jamaica Plain Neighborhood Council (JPNC) held its regular monthly meeting via Zoom this past Tuesday evening, September 22. On hand for the session were chair Alcurtis Clark, vice-chair Bernie Doherty, secretary-treasurer Michael Reiskind, Willie Mitchell, Dave Baron, Purple Reign,…
We must do something about the litter
Dear Editor, Every Wednesday at 5:30pm, a few neighbors and I gather in front of Curtis Hall, then head out to pick up trash along our streets. We pass many who say they do the same. But by Thursday morning,…
Fall arrives
After last week’s summer-like weather, where temperature hit the mid-80s for a couple of days, much-cooler weather arrived this past weekend, Combined with the strong winds from a developing nor’easter later this week, it is clear that fall is here.…
English High School alumni to celebrate 205 years with all-class reunion, Tuskegee Airmen Tribute
The English High School Alumni Association ‘s All-Class Reunion on Saturday, October 10, 2026, at Florian Hall in Dorchester, Mass., continues the celebration of the remarkable 205-year legacy of America’s oldest public high school. Founded in 1821, EHS has educated…
Housing Comm. hears of plans for 7-story mixed-use building at 3841 Washington St.
The Housing and Development Committee of the Jamaica Plain Neighborhood Council (JPNC) held its regular monthly meeting last Tuesday evening, September 15, via Zoom. On hand for the session were chair Purple Reign, vice chair Willie Mitchell, and fellow members…