The Back Bay Architectural Commission (BBAC) on November 10 approved a homeowner’s request to install a Tesla charging station on the back facade of his building. Evan Friedler, who lives at 402 Marlborough St., said that he is buying a…
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BVHDC Hears Second Advisory Review for Rooftop Addition at 95-97 Broadway
The Bay Village Historic District Commission (BVHDC) on November 9 heard a second advisory review for the proposed rooftop addition at 95-97 Broadway. Last month, the design team was asked to return with renderings of the addition from different perspectives…
Virtual Program Examines Lives of Boston’s Domestic Help in Late 19th to Early 20th Centuries
An upcoming virtual program will examine the lives of domestic staff in Boston during the late 19th to early 20th centuries, including help employed by the Nichols and Gibson families. The Nichols House Museum welcomes Gibson House Museum curator, Meghan…
Annual Veterans Day Parade
Fenway CDC Holds Grab-and-Go Event on Burbank Street
Pie in the Sky Fundraiser Aims to Raise More than $750,000 This Thanksgiving
Community Servings is gearing up for its 29th annual Pie in the Sky fundraiser, which raises money for the organization to make and serve meals to chronically ill people across the state. “Community Servings has been feeding critically ill residents…
Leaders Optimistic About City’s Future Following November 2 Election
With the historic election on Nov. 2 ushering in a new era for Boston, some leaders are now looking optimistically to the city’s future under new leadership. “It was a great victory for Michelle Wu, who I think will do…
Volunteer Day Set for Nov. 18 on the Esplanade
Interested parties are being sought for #OptOutside Community Volunteer Day on the Esplanade on Thursday, Nov. 18, from 9 to 11 a.m. A partnership between REI Co-op and the Esplanade Association, the Volunteer Day will involve cleaning up and removing…
ZBA Approves 71 Compact Living Units; Four Story Addition at 595-603 Newbury St.
The Zoning Board of Appeal (ZBA) on Tuesday approved 71 compact living units and a four story addition on top of the existing three story building at 595-603 Newbury St. The application also includes a change of use from commercial…
SELDC Provides More Feedback for Proposed Building at 85 W. Newton St.
The South End Landmark District Commission (SELDC) heard a second advisory review for the new four story building proposed for 85 W. Newton St., which will be occupied by Inquilinos Boricuas en Acción (IBA) as the Villa Victoria Center for…