The City Council Committee on Government Operations held a hearing on September 8 regarding an ordinance establishing a Civilian Review Board in the City. Sponsored by Councilors Andrea Campbell, Ricardo Arroyo, and Julia Mejia, the ordinance calls for the creation…
Author: Lauren Bennett
Proponents for 41 Berkeley St. Redevelopment Present to South End Neighbors
The Ellis South End Neighborhood Association hosted a virtual meeting on September 8 for the proponents of the 41 Berkeley St. redevelopment project to present their proposal to the community. Right now, the triangular parcel is home to the Benjamin…
Walsh Gives COVID-19 Update; Addresses Weekend Violence
Mayor Marty Walsh held a press conference on September 8—his first one in nearly two weeks—to update the public on COVID-19 and other happenings in the city, including the uptick in shootings over the Labor Day weekend. Walsh reported that…
Compassionate Organics Requesting Medical And Adult-Use for Proposed Newbury St. Location
A virtual community meeting was held regarding the proposed cannabis dispensary at 331A-333 Newbury St. on August 19, where the project proponents explained that they are seeking to open both a medicinal and adult use facility at this site. The…
Councilor Wu Holds Panel Discussion on Green New Deal
City Councilor Michelle Wu held a virtual panel discussion on August 20 to discuss a Green New Deal for Boston at the municipal level, where she invited several community activists to offer their viewpoints on the matter. Wu recently released…
SELDC Hears Initial Proposal for 41 Berkeley St., Including a Senior Care Building and Affordable Housing
The South End Landmark District Commission (SELDC) held an advisory review on August 24 for the proposed redevelopment of the parcels at 41 Berkeley St., currently home to Benjamin Franklin Institute of Technology (BFIT). Developer Related Beal, along with Hacin…
Phased-In, Hybrid Approach Announced for Back to School No In-Person Classes Until October 1
Mayor Marty Walsh and Boston Public Schools (BPS) Superintendent Brenda Cassellius recently announced a phased-in approach to the start of the 2020-2021 school year, with all students beginning with remote learning. The plan was announced at a press conference on…
BLC Approves Small Cell Light Pole in the Fenway; Work on Arlington St. Church
The Boston Landmarks Commission (BLC) met virtually on August 25, where a proposal for a replacement street light with small cell wireless infrastructure was approved, as was initial work on Arlington St. Church. 31 Park Drive Street Light After several…
Gardening During a Pandemic: Fenway Victory Gardens Members Work Together to Make Growing Season a Success
Gardening is always a popular activity in the City of Boston, but it became all the rage this summer because of its outdoor, social-distancing friendly nature. The Sun spoke with Fenway Garden Society president Elizabeth Bertolozzi for an update on…
City Announces Polling Location Changes and Safety Measures Ahead of Sept. 1 Primary
With the September 1 primary right around the corner, the City of Boston has announced changes to some polling locations, especially ones that were located in senior housing buildings, to help keep residents safe during the pandemic. The City has…