With the city authorizing further study on the permanent closure of a section of Dartmouth Street near the Copley Branch of the Boston Public Library to vehicular traffic, the question remains about what this would ultimately mean for the future…
Month: February 2023
Design Options Unveiled for Back Bay Fens Pathways
Several new design options were unveiled during the city’s third meeting on proposed improvements to the Back Bay Fens pathways, which was held virtually on Thursday, Feb. 16. Construction is tentatively expected to get underway on the project this fall,…
Santiago Named State’s First-Ever Secretary of Veterans’ Affairs
Gov. Maura Healey announced Rep. Dr. Jon Santiago as the state’s first-ever Secretary of the Executive Office of Veterans’ Services on Friday, Feb. 17, which will trigger a special election to fill his current seat. Rep. Santiago, age 40, of…
USA Today Names Esplanade Among Nation’s Top 10 Best Riverwalks for ’23
The Charles River Esplanade finished in eighth place in the category of Best Riverwalk in USA Today’s latest 10Best Readers’ Choice Travel Awards, according to the Esplanade Association. Over the course of four weeks, votes were tallied for the 20…
Duckling Day Event Set To Return Mother’s Day, Sunday, May 14
Continuing a beloved annual Mother’s Day tradition of more than 30 years, the Friends of the Public Garden will again partner with the Boston Parks Department for the Duckling Day event on Sunday, May 14, from 10 a.m. to noon.…
Rep. Livingstone Named House Chair of Joint Committee on Children, Families and Persons With Disabilities
Rep. Jay Livingstone has been named the House Chair of the Joint Committee on Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities. “I greatly appreciate the faith that Speaker Mariano has put in me by giving me this appointment,” said Rep. Livingstone,…
News in Brief
Fenway Civic Association’s Annual Meeting Set for March 22 The Fenway Civic Association will hold its 61st annual meeting on Wednesday, March 22, from 6 to 8 p.m. at 1325 Boylston St., 10th floor. The meeting, which is free and…
MWRA To Temporarily Shut Down Fluoride System
Starting in late February, the Massachusetts Water Resources Authority will be replacing portions of the equipment that feeds fluoride into its drinking water. During this period, MWRA will not be adding fluoride to the water. This work is expected to…
Mayor Wu Announces Citywide Permanent Outdoor Dining Program
Special to the Sun Mayor Michelle Wu announced the City of Boston’s Permanent Outdoor Dining Program, in coordination with the Office of Economic Opportunity and Inclusion (OEOI), the Streets Cabinet, and the Disabilities Commission. The permanent program creates a predictable,…
Mayor Michelle Wu, Former Mayor Kim Janey To Be Recognized at Boston Arts Academy Foundation Champion Reception
Special to the Sun Boston Mayor Michelle Wu and former Mayor Kim Janey will be honored by Boston Arts Academy and Boston Arts Academy Foundation with the prestigious Champion Award at the 2023 Boston Arts Academy Foundation Champion Reception on…