Boston Public Health Advisory on Increase in Heroin Drug Overdoses

Friends of Christopher Columbus Park Discuss Homeless and Drug Problems

The situation at Christopher Columbus Park appears to have stabilized after a concerning homeless incident in the tot lot and reports of drug use in the rose garden. New lights and directed patrols have helped, but neighbors still report occasional problems especially when they dig around certain areas of the park. Boston.com’s Jeremy C. Fox Read More…

Police Blotter: Hanover Street Assault, Mother / Son Drug Bust

Reported incidents from this week’s Boston Police Journal Log are shown below, courtesy of BPD District A-1. Assault & Battery 01/13/13 2:37am Male victim reports while waiting in line at a Hanover St. establishment he was punched in the side of the head by a male suspect for no apparent reason. Victim received a laceration Read More…

Cancelled: Monday Night NEAD Family Dinner / Family Talk

Announcement from North End Against Drugs: The NEAD Family Dinner / Family Talk event for tonight has been cancelled and rescheduled for May 18th as part of their scholarship night. Please e-mail John Romano at jromano45@gmail.com for any questions or comments. Further announcements for the scholarship night are expected to follow in the next couple of weeks!