By Seth Daniel Earlier this month, the O’Day/West Newton neighborhood group met for only the third time in its short history – intent on getting something going in O’Day Park that could unite the various neighborhoods of the South End.…
Boston Nearly Last in Rankings for Being Pet-Friendly City
By Seth Daniel The population of dogs in Boston is em-“barking” on a continuing surge in numbers, but a recent study on pet-friendly cities has indicated that out of the top 100 cities in America, Boston ranks 98th – and…
What Will We Do When the Stores Are Gone?
By Phineas J. Stone Perhaps the biggest threat to the layout, zoning and traditional organization of Boston and its neighborhoods are the white ‘Amazon’ trucks that have swarmed the neighborhoods over the past six months. On every stoop and in…
New Biotech to Open Headquarters and Laboratories in Fenway Area
By Beth Treffeisen The West Fens will soon play host to a biotech company from Cambridge. In early 2017, the Van Ness building, located at 1325 Boylston Street will receive Decibel Therapeutics, a company focused on discovering and developing new…
Homeless Groups Advocate for Return of Long Island,Against B.Good Contract
By Seth Daniel Homeless advocates are calling the continued closure and uncertainty around the Long Island Shelter – and particularly the plan around rebuilding the bridge – one of the most glaring, but unreported, problems facing the city and its…
TEA to Celebrate 15th Anniversary at Moondance Gala in September
On Saturday, Sept. 24, the Esplanade Association will celebrate 15 years of Making Life Better in the Park at their annual “Moondance Gala” to be held along the banks of the Charles River in Boston. As one of the most…
Red Bull Flugtag Competition Flies into Boston
By Beth Treffeisen Soaring into the murky waters of the Charles River this past Saturday, teams from around New England sported their wings during the Red Bull Flugtag competition. Challenging both bravery and brains teams battled it out on homemade…
Boston Police Make Arrest in South End Sexual Assault
Boston Police have arrested a suspect in connection with a sexual assault in the South End on Monday. Eduardo Rodriguez, age 31, of Boston was arrested by officers assigned to the Boston Police Special Investigations Unit and charged with aggravated…
Drought Lowers Ground Water Table Causing Concern for Underground Wood Pilings
By Beth Treffeisen Holding up many of the buildings that are found in neighborhoods like the Back Bay and flat of Beacon Hill are underground wood pilings that provide the support needed to keep them from sinking into the marshlands…
George Robert White Memorial Fountain Restoration Begins
This week, the long-awaited restoration of the fountain at the George Robert White Memorial has started. After more than 30 years, the Friends will bring the water back to this iconic memorial, which for many is a beloved symbol of…
Walsh’s Movie Nights Continue Through September 23 on Common
Mayor Martin J. Walsh’s Movie Nights, part of the Boston Parks and Recreation Department’s ParkARTS program, give residents and visitors the opportunity to enjoy popular films under the night skies in city parks in August and September. All shows begin…
City Councilor Jackson Endorses Steve Tompkins for Re-Election
“Beyond a doubt, Sheriff Steve Tompkins is the most qualified person to continue keeping our communities safe. In my years working with Sheriff Tompkins, he has kept the safety and security of families among his top priorities. With proud enthusiasm,…