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Commissioner rejects proposed rate increase from Fallon Community Health Plan, re-negotiated seven proposals to save $72 million for 670,000 residentsBeacon Hill Charlestown BostonLeft Fair RightGovernor Maura Healey announced that the Division of Insurance has negotiated down proposed rate increases from seven health insurers, saving Massachusetts residents and businesses a projected $72 million in health care premiums for 2027. The Division of Insurance re-negotiated lower...
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ABCD, Harvard Pilgrim Health Care and the Boston Red Sox celebrate community partnershipsBeacon Hill Charlestown BostonLeft Fair RightAction for Boston Community Development (ABCD) President and CEO Sharon Scott-Chandler threw out the first pitch for Harvard Pilgrim Health Day at the July 19th Red Sox game where the Sox beat the Tampa Bay Rays 6-1. ABCD Foster Grandparent...
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Most people would agree that hair appointments come with welcome down time: time to read, time to talk, and for many, time to nap. Not so for Nikki Rizaoglu, a staffer at Persona Fine Jewelry, the boutique jewelry store at...
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The newly-painted mural pairs Dorchester's iconic gas tank, historic Boston Light, and city skyline with John Gilroy’s “Lovely Day for a Guinness,” along with nods to publican Oran McGonagle’s Donegal roots. The post Colorful new outdoor mural debuts at McGonagle’s Pub appeared first on Dorchester Reporter...
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Special to the Times-Free Press NeighborHealth announced the appointment of Maria Coppenrath, CPA, as the organization’s new Vice President and Chief Financial Officer, effective July 20, 2026. With more than 30 years of healthcare finance experience – including over 15...
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Port Norfolk’s Venezia is featured as part of this year’s Dine Out Boston promotionDorchesterLeft Fair RightPresented by Meet Boston in partnership with the Massachusetts Office of Travel and Tourism and new sponsor Toast, Dine Out Boston allows diners to visit their choice of 200-plus participating restaurants for special menus, promotional deals, and prices...
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By Adam Swift A revision to the city’s body art and tattooing ordinance is headed to the Revere City Council’s zoning subcommittee. The new ordinance, which would expand the districts where tattoo and body art businesses would be allowed in...
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Burnout, rising costs, safety risks keying labor actions by city’s nursesDorchesterLeft Fair RightThe issues facing nurses at Boston Medical Center (BMC) are common to healthcare workers across Boston and around the country: stagnant wages, declining staffing levels, and increasing costs of living...
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BizUnlocked Boston Business Access Program celebrates 14 graduatesBeacon Hill Charlestown East Boston North End BostonLeft Fair RightOn Saturday, June 28, the Office of Small Business celebrated the 14 graduates of the BizUnlocked Boston Business Access Program. This is the inaugural year of BizUnlocked Boston, which is executed by Tessi Consulting. BizUnlocked Boston is a business access...
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Beacon Hill Properties Renovation & Maintenance steps up to meet neighborhood’s ranging needsBeacon HillLeft Fair RightBefore launching his own company, Beacon Hill Properties Renovation & Maintenance – a full-service property management company that today oversees over 100 units around the neighborhood and also offers a wide range of services for the convenience of residents –...
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From the turn of the twentieth century to the present day, few local institutions have navigated the neighborhood’s real estate evolution quite like Robert T. Fowler & Sons. Spanning three generations, the Fowler family business stands as a remarkable testament...
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The City of Boston and Boston University have announced a major Payment-in-Lieu-of-Taxes (PILOT) agreement. The new PILOT agreement includes a commitment of more than $104.3 million in voluntary cash contributions and community benefits over the next five years. The agreement...
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Power Move: Codman Square resident goes deep on lithium battery techno-workDorchesterLeft Fair RightDorchester’s Jocelyn Foulke is getting a charge out of life with her eight-month-old start-up company, LiPhera, as she and her colleagues work at transforming the landscape of lithium battery technology...
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Introducing Indigo Infrared, a Dot Ave. experience that offers artwork, snacks, and nostalgiaDorchesterLeft Fair Right
A new storefront gallery space at 969 Dorchester Ave., is owned by Romard Myers, a 31-year-old Roxbury native who has contributed to a range of curated exhibitions and underground showcases since 2018...
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New ‘Green’ Distribution Center Proposed for McClellan Highway Targets LEED PlatinumEast Boston BostonLeft Fair Right
Staff Report A significant transformation is on the horizon for the East Boston waterfront along Chelsea Creek. Horizon/McClellan LLC and CV 580 Chelsea LLC—affiliates of Cargo Ventures LLC—have officially filed an Expanded Project Notification Form (PNF) with the Boston Planning...
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By Journal Staff The Revere License Commission held its regular monthly meeting last Wednesday, July 15, in the City Council Chamber. On hand for the session were Chair Robert Selevitch, Daniel Occena, and Liliana Monroy. The first item on the...
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Boston Real Estate Leader John L. Hall II to be Honored for Philanthropy and Service on behalf of Older AdultsMission HillLeft Fair Right
Special to the Gazette Rogerson Communities is pleased to announce that storied Boston real estate developer John L. Hall II will be recognized with the Charles E. Rogerson Award, the organization’s most prestigious honor. Hall’s distinguished career in...
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A new juice bar and café proposed for Newbury Street was among the applicants on hand for the July 6 monthly meeting of the Neighborhood Association of the Back Bay (NABB) Licensing and Building Use Committee, which was held virtually...
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Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts celebrates National Bike Month with free $20 Bluebikes creditsJamaica PlainLeft Fair Right
Special to the Gazette In recognition of National Bike Month and National Mental Health Awareness Month, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts (“Blue Cross”), the title sponsor of Greater Boston’s municipally owned bike-sharing system, Bluebikes, will offer a free...
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Special to the Gazette Mayor Michelle Wu has announced the winners of the 2026 Legacy Business Awards, an event that recognizes businesses that have been operating in the City for at least 10 years and contributed to the cultural,...
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By Adam Swift The Stonybrook Neighborhood Association held an informal discussion on the possibility of bringing a grocery story to the Doyle’s Cafe development on Washington Street. At its June meeting, SNA member Chase Brewster asked if the...
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The City of Boston is calling on residents and visitors to explore our vibrant neighborhoods and support small businesses during the FIFA World Cup Quarter Finals. As tournament excitement sweeps the city this summer, Jamaica Plain residents have ample opportunities...
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Amidst the Affordability Crisis, ABCD’s Free Tax Preparation Program Yields over $7 million in Tax Refunds for Greater Boston ResidentsBeacon Hill Charlestown North EndLeft Fair Right
Special to the Patriot-Bridge For the third consecutive year, ABCD’s Free Tax Preparation Program secured more than $7 million in state and federal tax returns for residents of Greater Boston and the Mystic Valley during the 2026 tax season. Results...
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Boston Building Resources is one of 125 local nonprofits to receive grants of $30,000 to $300,000 each through Cummings Foundation’s $30 Million Grant Program. The Roxbury Crossing-based organization was chosen from a total of 580 applicants during a competitive review process. It will receive $75,000 over 3 years. Boston Building Resources is a Roxbury Crossing-based nonprofit that diverts reusable building materials...
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The XV Beacon hotel has been named the No. 1 City Hotel in Boston and No. 1 City Hotel in the United States in the 2026 Travel + Leisure World’s Best Awards, as voted entirely by readers. XV Beacon, which...
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As public funding tightens, Cummings grants offer stability to city non-profitsDorchesterLeft Fair RightThe foundation recently announced $35 million in grants to 150 Massachusetts nonprofits through its annual grant program...
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RODE Architects marks 20th anniversary with a nod to the future – two new partnersDorchesterLeft Fair RightEarly-day employees Ben Wan and Jessica Haley seen as best stewards for the firm’s legacy by founders...
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By Daniela Ginsburg Brown water gushed from a broken 12-inch main pipe, flooding into Columbus Avenue and several Jamaica Plain businesses. Over a month has passed since the 130-year-old pipe burst; officials say it’s still unclear what caused...
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By Adam Swift The city council has scheduled a public hearing for its July 27 meeting on a revised zoning ordinance for body art and food trucks. The revised ordinance would increase the number of zoning districts where tattoo or...
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The City of Boston is calling on residents and visitors to explore vibrant neighborhoods and support small businesses during the FIFA World Cup™ Quarter Finals. As tournament excitement sweeps the city this summer, fans have ample opportunities to dine, shop,...
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Special to the Times Mayor Michelle Wu has announced the winners of the 2026 Legacy Business Awards, an event that recognizes businesses that have been operating in the City for at least 10 years and contributed to the cultural, historical,...
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ZUMIX has been selected as one of 150 nonprofits to receive funding through Cummings Foundation’s annual grant program, which awarded $35 million this year. Chosen through a competitive review process that drew a record 959 applicants, the East Boston-based organization...
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Special to the Patriot-Bridge Mayor Michelle Wu has announced the winners of the 2026 Legacy Business Awards, an event that recognizes businesses that have been operating in the City for at least 10 years and contributed to the cultural, historical,...
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Special to the Times Boston Harborfest proudly announced that Citizens will serve as the new Presenting Sponsor of Boston Harborfest, one of the country’s largest and most cherished Independence Day festivals. The partnership brings together two organizations deeply rooted in...
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Happy 4th of July weekend! By Courtney Wright Last month, the 2026 Legacy Business Awardees were announced, and this year Mission Hill has two businesses being recognized- Boston Building Resources and the Mission Bar and Grill. Legacy businesses as...
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On Friday, June 12, the East Boston Chamber of Commerce was pleased to partner with the YMCA for a complimentary Coffee Connect networking event at the YMCA facility located at 215 Bremen Street in East Boston. The event highlighted the...
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Mayor Michelle Wu has announced the winners of the 2026 Legacy Business Awards, an event that recognizes businesses that have been operating in the City for at least 10 years and contributed to the cultural, historical, and societal fabric of...
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Special to the Gazette Mayor Michelle Wu has announced the winners of the 2026 Legacy Business Awards, an event that recognizes businesses that have been operating in the City for at least 10 years and contributed to the cultural, historical,...
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Wu, Commissioner Cox announce Pilot allowing licensed taxis to accept rides through Uber, LyftBeacon Hill East BostonLeft Fair Right
To support Boston’s taxi drivers and expand choice for passengers, the City and the Boston Police Department announced a one-year pilot that will, for the first time, allow licensed Boston taxis to accept trip requests generated through TNC apps like...
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Mayor Michelle Wu has announced the winners of the 2026 Legacy Business Awards, an event that recognizes businesses that have been operating in the City for at least 10 years and contributed to the cultural, historical, and societal fabric of...
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Special to the Journal Shoppers at the Revere and Everett Target stores can help several Boston nonprofits as the department store chain recently kicked off its annual charitable drive that directs a portion of sales to community organizations. Starting July...
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To support Boston’s taxi drivers and expand choice for passengers, the City and the Boston Police Department today announced a one-year pilot that will, for the first time, allow licensed Boston taxis to accept trip requests generated through TNC apps...
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Catch a Boston taxi through rideshare under City’s new pilot program Special to the Sun To support Boston’s taxi drivers and expand choice for passengers, the City and the Boston Police Department today announced a one-year pilot that will, for...
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Community Servings welcomes seven new members to its Board of DirectorsJamaica PlainLeft Fair Right
Community Servings, a nonprofit provider of medically tailored meals and nutrition services, and a leader in Food is Medicine research, advocacy and policy, has announced the election of seven new members to its Board of Directors: • Kara Becker is Corporate...
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VOAMASS’s Hanna Hondzinski and Shawna Upton receive National Leadership AwardJamaica PlainLeft Fair Right
Local employees honored for vision, innovation, and leadership Volunteers of America of Massachusetts (VOAMASS), a nonprofit that creates opportunities for individuals through residential and outpatient behavioral health treatment, re-entry services for justice-involved individuals, veteran services, and senior living, announced today...
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Special to the Regional Review Mayor Michelle Wu has announced the winners of the 2026 Legacy Business Awards, an event that recognizes businesses that have been operating in the City for at least 10 years and contributed to the cultural,...