I Disagree Vehemently To the Editor, The paper’s February 1, 2024 editorial, “Environmentalists: Putin’s ‘Useful Idiots,” needs a reply. The editorial criticizes environmentalists for encouraging President Biden to instruct the Department of Energy to evaluate more closely the Global Warming…
Month: February 2024
Wu Leads the 44th Annual Boston Homelessness Census
Special to the Sun Last week Mayor Michelle Wu led a dedicated group of volunteers, including officials from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development, City and State officials, homelessness service providers, local elected officials, and public health and…
Thinking Cup Details Proposal To Make Existing Patio Permeant at NABB Committee Meeting
Representatives for The Thinking Cup appeared at the virtual Feb. 5 monthly meeting of the Neighborhood Association of the Back Bay Licensing and Building Use Committee to discuss the Newbury Street location’s proposal to make its longstanding patio ‘official.’ Tom…
Esplanade Association Sponsors Second Meeting on Improving Back Street Safety
The Esplanade Association convened its second Back Street Neighborhood Project Meeting virtually on Thursday, Feb. 1, to discuss an ongoing project that intends to create safer access at two entrances to the Esplanade on Back Street. Ali Badrigian, director of…
News in Brief
RESCHEDULED: Free Skating with Friends Returns Feb. 11 to the Common’s Frog Pond After the original date of Jan. 28 was postponed due to rain, Skating with Friends, sponsored by the Friends of the Public Garden, will return on Sunday,…
Boston University Proposes Extensive Renovation of Warren Towers
Boston University is proposing an extensive renovation of its Warren Towers undergrad dorms on Commonwealth Avenue. The Trustees of Boston University intends to renovate 380,200 square feet of gross-floor area of the three-tower student residence at 700 Commonwealth Ave., which…
New England Painters Bring New Vitality to an Old Art
Special to the Sun You’re an art lover, prowling the streets of Boston. Where can you go to find avant-garde abstract work? Where can you find striking photorealist images? Where can you discover contemporary paintings with an emotional impact you…
Local Destinations Offer Swoon-Worthy Specials for Valentine’s Day
Saltie Girl www.saltiegirl.com 279 Dartmouth Street, Boston, MA 02216 On Wednesday, February 14th, Saltie Girl will be hosting a four-course, prix fixe dinner with Chef Kyle McClelland. With two seatings at 6 and 8 p.m., the special dinner will be…
Antonio’s Reopens Following Extensive Renovation
Following an extensive, nearly five-week renovation, Antonio’s Cucina Italiano reopened on Monday, Feb. 5. The newly revitalized space at 288 Cambridge St. now boasts a fresh paint job; new ceilings and floors; new furniture, including tables, chairs, and the rear…
Boston City Council Accepts Anti-Terrorism Grant That Impacts Region
By Adam Swift Last week, the Boston City Council voted to accept a $13.3 million anti-terrorism grant that the previous council had narrowly voted against accepting. The grant will impact surrounding communities, including Chelsea, Revere, Everett, and Winthrop, who are…