Alisha Pegan, Climate Ready Boston Coordinator, along with Joe Christo, BPDA’s Resilience and Waterfront Planner, delivered a project update to members of the Wharf District Council (WDC) earlier this week. The project goals have assembled around four themes: Engagement, Short-Term Solutions, Long-Term Solutions, and Implementation. The engagement piece is pivotal for matters of this magnitude Read More…
The North End Music and Performing Arts Center (NEMPAC) is honored to continue, for its fifth year, the Geraldine Marshall Scholarship, a full-year scholarship awarded to four North End children under the age of 18 for music lessons or to participate in one of NEMPAC’s artistic programs. The Scholarship preserves the legacy of Geraldine Marshall, Read More…
The Boston City Council is worried about creating supervised safe injections sites for drug users. The council met during a working session about opioid abuse. Currently, there are bills before the Legislature that would allow safe injection sites in the Commonwealth. Some councilors worried about crime impacting the community because of these sites. “They’re going Read More…
Michael Bonetti has embraced the Feast of Saint Anthony with his heart and soul since he was old enough to walk. His love for Saint Anthony was expressed in the blizzard of confetti that cascaded from his home on Hull Street on Sunday afternoon. With his relentless charm, he enlisted the assistance of both family Read More…
The USS Constitution went for a turnaround in Boston Harbor in celebration of the conclusion of Chief Petty Officer (CPO) Heritage Week on Friday, August 23. The ship traveled to Fort Independence on Castle Island where she fired a 21-gun salute. An additional 17-gun salute was fired as she passed the U.S. Coast Guard Station, the former Read More…
Today is Monday, August 26 and as the summer winds down, back to school season is upon us. Students are on their way back to the city and Forbes has pulled together 5 neighborhood pizza places for back to school in Boston, read more here. Here’s what you need to know for the week ahead… Read More…
A once in a generation celebration came to fruition for the 100th Anniversary of the Saint Anthony’s Feast as the gold-adorned statue emerged for its centennial to the faithful under the glory of confetti and streamers. The largest Italian festival in New England attracted hundreds of thousands over the weekend to honor San Antonio and participate in Read More…
Below is the construction look ahead for the North Washington Street Bridge Replacement Project as provided by the Massachusetts Department of Transportation (MassDOT) for August 25 – September 7. Travel Impacts Inbound: One of two lanes open and all turn movements available from 10 a.m.–2 p.m. on some weekdays. Outbound: One of two lanes open and all turn movements Read More…
The EMERALD ACE, a 60,200 ton cargo ship built to carry up to 6,400 standard passenger cars passed through Boston Harbor on Saturday, August 24. The ship, completed in 2012, is the world’s first hybrid car carrier. It has a hybrid electric power supply system that combines a 160kW solar generation system with lithium-ion batteries Read More…
Councilor Matt O’Malley, representing District 6 (West Roxbury, Jamaica Plain, parts of Roslindale and Roxbury, and the Back of the Hill) wants more garage bay locations for ambulances in the city. In 2017, 26 percent of calls Boston EMS responded to were priority 1 calls, which are life threatening and time sensitive. On average, Boston Read More…
There are few things in life more conducive to cultivating community and fostering a sense of peace and wholesomeness than sharing a meal together. The concept of Celebrating What Unites Us is to do exactly that while also expanding horizons and drawing attention to key issues such as connecting residents to food access. The monthly Read More…
Summer might feel like it’s winding down but free summer fitness is still in full swing around Boston! Whether you’re young or old, a beginner or an avid workout enthusiast, there’s sure to be a class that is perfect for you. With over a hundred different fitness classes offered across greater Boston, you can enjoy Read More…