To cheer on the Bruins as they began the Stanley Cup finals on Memorial Day, Monday, May 27, the Esplanade Association, nonprofit steward of the 3.3-mile Charles River Esplanade in Boston, collaborated with the Boston Bruins, the Massachusetts Department of Conservation and…
Author: The Boston Sun Staff
Back Bay Ringers Partners with Stop Handgun Violence for June Concert Series
Join the Back Bay Ringers as they celebrate their 15th anniversary as Boston’s premiere handbell ensemble. The Art of Ringing will include a mixture of original compositions for handbells, stirring hymn tunes, and joyful melodies. The goal of the Back…
Police Briefs 05-30-2019
Sharp object and stolen shades On Tuesday, May 21, at about 12:56 p.m., officers responded to Versace at 100 Huntington Ave. on a radio call for reported threats. Upon arrival, police spoke with a sales associate, who said an…
Finally, Some Good News On the Environmental Front
Every few weeks — or even more often, it seems — we learn of some new, looming catastrophe for our planet because of the combined effects of climate change and the degradation of our environment by human activity. Everyone agrees…
News Briefs
Davis Companies Look at June Groundbreaking Demolition has begun on the Davis Companies project at the corner of Herald and Shawmut in the New York Streets area. The large residential project will be fully under construction this summer. Officials said…
Beacon Hill Art Walk Set for Sunday June 2
The 30th Annual Beacon Hill Art Walk is your opportunity to see original art created by local artists in remarkable and unexpected locations. Visitors will get a rare look into private gardens, alleyways, and courtyards in one of Boston’s most…
For the Record
From the May 22 South End Landmarks Commission, City Hall: •1767-1769 Washington St. (Alexandra Hotel) Applicant: JBVentures, CBT Architects Proposed Work: Partial demolition of the existing structure, restoration of the street facing façades, and the construction of a 13 story tower at…
Memorial Day Is a Day to Reflect upon Those Who Gave the Last Full Measure
The Memorial Day weekend is upon us, a three-day weekend that for most Americans marks the start of the summer season. Many will celebrate appropriately with barbecues and outdoor activities with family and friends. However, amidst our festivities, we should…
Letter to the Editor
Seeking Artists of HT Park Dear Editor, The HT Park was dedicated on June 20, 1999. It may be the only park in the country with two original works of art by Afro-American women artists. There are also 15 pavers -12…