The Back Bay Architectural Commission (BBAC) Signage Subcommittee gathered for a fourth meeting on Aug. 1, to discuss feedback discussed at previous meetings, hear a signage proposal from BBAC member Robert Weintraub and a presentation on streetscape codes from Selbert…
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New Boston Ventures Files Plans With BPDA for Tubman House
The South End development company New Boston Ventures filed its Article 80 documents with the Boston Planning and Development Agency (BPDA) within the week for the re-development of the United South End Settlements (USES) Tubman House property (566 Columbus Ave.).…
Losing Tubman House Mural Would Be Losing Monument to Sax Legend Johnny Hodges
There was a time when alto saxophonist Johnny Hodges was one of the top three jazz-men on his instrument in the world – and it came at a time when jazz ruled American music. That, of course, made Hodges one…
12th Annual Boston GreenFest and TechExpo Set for Aug. 16-18
Foundation for a Green Future is excited to announce that this year’s signature event, the 12th Annual Boston GreenFest & TechExpo, will be held on August 16-18, 2019 at Rose Kennedy Greenway, Long Wharf, and Hennessy’s Upstairs. “Boston GreenFest spans…
For the Record
From the Non-Hearing Common Victualler and Other Transactions Hearing on August 8 at 10am: Tezcanlar, Inc d/b/a Thornton’s Restaurant, 150 Huntington Avenue, Boston, MA 02115. Described as; in two rooms on the first floor with kitchen, and storage; 66 indoor…
Water Lantern Festival at the Esplanade
Swingin’ in the Summah
State Institutes Special Review Process for Exchange South End
State environmental regulars (known as MEPA) have instituted a new review process for the large, commercial Exchange South End development that will allow construction to begin without first having solved critical traffic issues, including the I-93 Frontage Road access point…
Supporters Take to the Road to Help Elderly Women Facing Eviction at OLGH
Chants of “What do we do when the nuns attack? Stand up, fight back!” and “Mother Jennifer, you can’t hide, we can see your greedy side!” rang through Fenway’s Symphony Community Park on July 27 as activists for the women…
FOPG Teams With City to Begin Public Engagement for Boston Common Master Plan
Mayor Walsh announced this January that he, along with the Boston Parks and Recreation Department and the Friends of the Public Garden, had launched a Master Plan for the Boston Common. Walsh said that $28 million from the sale of…