The Boston Landmarks Commission (BLC) voted to accept for further study the petition to landmark sections of the interior of the Ayer Mansion, located at 395 Commonwealth Ave. in the Back Bay. Jeanne Pelletier, the preservation advisor to the Campaign…
Month: June 2021
BTD Rep Comes Before EBNA Without Harrison Ave Redesign Plan
A Boston Transportation Department was on hand for the East Berkley Neighborhood Association’s monthly meeting, which took place virtually on June 1, to discuss the city’s eagerly awaited redesign of Harrison Avenue between East Berkley and Herald streets. But much…
School of Fashion Design scholarship recipient pursues dream 50 years in the making
It’s never too late to follow your dream. That’s the rationale of Newton resident Marcia Rosenthal, 72, a student at the School of Fashion Design. Rosenthal remembers walking by the school, located on Newbury Street, while she was a student…
BPL to Welcome Patrons Back Into BPL Buildings
The Boston Public Library (BPL) last week announced its plans to reopen its spaces to the public. On June 1, the Central Library in Copley Square will reopen for limited in-person services, and June 14, those services will be expanded, and…
Cathedral to Celebrate Organ’s 145th Birthday With Special Concert
The Cathedral of the Holy Cross in the South End on June 13 will celebrate 145 years since the dedication of its principal organ, the 101-rank E. & G. G. Hook & Hastings opus 801, on February 23, 1876. To…
DA Rollins Announces Major Drug Enforcement Activity at Mass/Cass
DA Rachael Rollins announced 36 indictments of three individuals who have allegedly engaged in open drug dealing in the Mass/Cass area, as well as dozens more arrests of individuals that face arrest for impacting the area. As part of ongoing,…
Fitzpatrick Ready to Fill Big Shoes as Leader of Eight Streets
When it comes to leading the Eight Streets Neighborhood Association in the South End, new President Colleen Fitzpatrick said there are big shoes to fill, but with 25 years in the neighborhood, she said she’s ready to lead the organization…
Flag Garden Makes Full Return to Common
Volunteers planted more than 37,000 flags – one in honor of each of the Commonwealth’s fallen veterans – at the Soldiers and Sailors Monument on the Boston Common in honor of Memorial Day weekend, marking a full return to the…
Back Bay’s COVID-19 Positive Test-Rate Stays Under 1 Percent
Last week Back Bay’s weekly COVID-19 positive test-rate was still under 1 percent for a third week in a row according to the latest data released by the Boston Public Health Commission (BPHC). According to the weekl;y report released last…
Mayoral Candidates Tackle Climate and Environmental Issues at Latest Forum
A forum centered around climate and climate justice issues was held for the mayoral candidates on June 1, hosted by several of the city’s environmental organizations and endorsed by more than 50 organizations citywide. Five of the six mayoral candidates,…