South End resident John Moran, the only candidate left in the race, cruised to an easy victory in the State Special Election for the 9th Suffolk District state representative seat on Tuesday, May 2. According to the city’s unofficial election…
Author: Dan Murphy
Women’s Lunch Place Fundraiser and Networking Luncheon Set for May 12 at Park Plaza Hotel
When Women’s Lunch Place holds its 12th annual ‘eat LUNCH give’ fundraiser and networking luncheon at the Park Plaza Hotel on Friday, May 12, the event will be a celebration of the tireless work for the city’s homeless women that…
Dani’s Queer Bar Set To Open in Old Pour House Space This Summer, Co-Owner Tells NABB
A co-owner of Dani’s Queer Bar, which is poised to open in late July or early August in the former Pour House space on Boylston Street, was on hand to discuss specifics of the proposed business at the Neighborhood Association…
Group of Berklee Alums Set To Release Debut EP This Friday
Alex Maes & The Connection, who all met as students at Berklee College of Music, will mark a major career milestone this Friday, April 28, with the release of “The People We Thought We Knew, “ their four-song, debut EP.…
Henry Santana, a Familiar Face Around City Hall, Makes Bid for City Councilor At-Large
A familiar face around City Hall over the past few years, Henry Santana will be among the candidates for City Councilor at-Large this fall. Santana, 27, who serves as the city’s Director of the Office of Civic Organizing, was born…
John Moran Earns Endorsement From Mayor Wu, 11 Other Elected Statewide
John Moran has received endorsements in his bid for the 9th Suffolk District state rep seat from Mayor Michelle Wu, as well as from 11 other elected officials from across the Commonwealth. Moran’s campaign announced Tuesday, April 25, that Mayor…
Climate Activists Take Responsivity for Deflating Tires on SUVs in the Neighborhood
A group of climate activists with global ties has claimed responsibility for deflating the tires of 43 cars overnight on Wednesday, April 19, on Beacon Hill. According to Boston Police, an officer responded on Thursday, April 20, to series of…
City To Jettison Plastic Tactile Pads on ADA Ramps in Favor of Cast-Iron
The city plans to jettison the use of plastic tactile pads in the installation of ADA-compliant sidewalk ramps in favor of cast-iron pads, which are expected to provide more durability and last longer, especially during the winter months. “The plastic…
State Rep Candidate John Moran on Hand for Virtual Town Hall Meeting
John Moran, a candidate for the 9th Suffolk District state representative seat recently vacated by Jon Santiago , as well as a longtime South End resident, was on hand for a virtual Town Hall-style meeting sponsored by several neighborhood civic…
‘Chary’ Ortiz Reportedly Suspends Campaign for 9th Suffolk State Rep.
South End resident Amparo “Chary” Ortiz has reportedly suspended her campaign for 9th Suffolk District state representative. Ortiz is a longtime BU School of Public Health administrator and a single mother of two children, both now attending Boston Public Schools.…