High school seniors across the country are dealing with missed proms, senior events, and graduation, but Boston Arts Academy (BAA) is doing something special for the class of 2020 to make the end of their socially distanced senior ear a…
Author: Lauren Bennett
Baker-Polito Administration Holds Virtual Memorial Day Ceremony
Governor Charlie Baker, along with Lt. Governor Karyn Polito and several other elected officials, held a virtual Memorial Day ceremony on Monday to honor those who have served the country and those who have lost their lives. Baker said in…
As City Reopens, NABB Considers Ways Businesses on Newbury and Boylston Streets Could Be Affected
As businesses begin to reopen across the city for remote fulfillment and curbside pickup, organizations like the Neighborhood Association of the back Bay (NABB) have begun to think about how other factors of reopening might affect these businesses, particularly on…
Boston Ranks above New York, Chicago in This Year’s Park Score Rankings
The Trust for Public Land (TPL) recently released its annual ParkScore rankings, which it says is “the most comprehensive evaluation of park access and quality in the 100 largest U.S. cities.” Boston ranked #9 on the list, beating out New…
Baker Provides Updates on State’s Response to COVID-19
Governor Baker held a press conference on Tuesday where he provided some updates on the state’s response to COVID-19. He said that as of Monday, more than 540,000 tests have been performed in Massachusetts, and the state “remains a top…
BLC Approves Restoration of McKim Building Fountain
After years of chlorine degradation, the McKim Building Courtyard Fountain at the Boston Public Library in Copley Square will be renovated. The proposal for the project came before the Boston Landmarks Commission virtually on May 26, where architect Lara Pfadt…
As the State Begins to Reopen, Walsh Continues to Seek ‘Caution and Commitment’ from Residents
Mayor Marty Walsh held a press conference on Tuesday, a day after Governor Baker released his four phase reopening plan for the state. As of Tuesday, Boston had 12,050 cases of COVID-19 and 588 people had passed away. “The number…
City Council Holds Hearing on Impact of Third-Party Delivery Fees on Restaurants
The City Council Committee on Small Business and Workforce Development held a hearing on May 15 regarding the impact of delivery commission fees on restaurants during the COVID-19 pandemic. The Council heard from City administration as well as restaurant owners…
Baker-Polito Administration Releases Phased Reopening Plan
Gov. Charlie Baker on Monday announced the phased reopening plan for Massachusetts, and urged residents to continue being vigilant to prevent further spread of COVID-19. The plan has been the task of the governor’s Reopening Advisory Board for the past…
SELDC Deals with Lighter Agenda of Roof Decks and Doors
The South End Landmark District Commission (SELDC) held its second virtual hearing this month via Zoom on May 11, where no very large projects were on the docket. Most had to do with facade changes or roof deck proposals for…