Jamaica Plain
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BPL Fund launches 2026 Summer Readathon to reignite a love of readingJamaica Plain North EndLeft Fair RightAs new national research points to a dramatic decline in reading for pleasure across the United States, the Boston Public Library Fund is launching its 2026 Summer Readathon to help readers of all ages reconnect with books, storytelling, and the...
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Engaging With The Past: 2026 Historical Events This summer and fall, the Jamaica Plain Historical Society (JPHS) alongside local researchers invites the public to engage directly with the history of the area through a series of expertly guided walking tours...
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Free arts & crafts and puppet shows arrive at Mozart Street PlaygroundJamaica PlainLeft Fair Right
The Boston Parks and Recreation Department is pleased to announce the return of free Arts & Crafts Workshops and the introduction of STEM & Youth Preparedness Workshops for children through the ParkARTS program. Starting today, kids ages three to ten...
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Dine Out Boston returns August 1–15Beacon Hill Charlestown East Boston Jamaica Plain BostonLeft Fair Right
Dine Out Boston® is back for its summer edition from August 1-15, 2026. Presented by Meet Boston, and in partnership with the Massachusetts Office of Travel & Tourism and new sponsor Toast, this two-week culinary celebration features close to 200...
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Dean’s List honors announced at Tufts University Tufts University recently announced the dean’s list for the spring 2026 semester. Dean’s list honors at Tufts University require a semester grade point average of 3.4 or greater. The following students were named...
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JPNC Zoning Comm. approves of three-family project at 17 Copley StreetJamaica PlainLeft Fair Right
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JPNC Housing Comm. hears of the possibilities for home ownership by co-purchasingJamaica PlainLeft Fair Right
The Housing and Development Committee of the Jamaica Plain Neighborhood Council (JPNC) held its regular monthly meeting this past Tuesday evening (July 22) via Zoom. On hand for the session were chair Purple Reign, vice chair Willie Mitchell, and fellow members...
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JPNDC’s Mildred Hailey Apartments Building 2 Project earns Phius Passive House Design CertificationJamaica PlainLeft Fair RightJamaica Plain Neighborhood Development Corporation (JPNDC) is proud to announce that the Mildred Hailey Apartments Building 2 project has received Phius Design Certification, marking a significant milestone in the development of high-quality, energy-efficient housing designed to support resident health, comfort,...
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The evolution of Green Street between 1836 and 1900 serves as a perfect microcosm for the broader demographic and architectural shifts that transformed the neighborhood from an elite agrarian retreat into a bustling streetcar suburb. Prior to 1836, wealthy Bostonians...
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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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West Nile Virus detected in mosquito test sample in Jamaica PlainBeacon Hill Charlestown Jamaica Plain BostonLeft Fair Right
The Boston Public Health Commission (BPHC) announced that a mosquito test sample obtained from Jamaica Plain tested positive for West Nile Virus (WNV). The virus is carried by mosquitoes and can be spread to humans through the bite of an...
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Among the most profoundly influential residents of Jamaica Plain was Maud Cuney Hare, who lived at 43 Sheridan Street from 1904 until her death in 1936. Hare orchestrated a lifetime of boundary-breaking work as a pianist, musicologist, playwright, and civil...
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JP’s historic Footlight Club to kick off landmark 150th anniversary seasonJamaica PlainLeft Fair Right
The Footlight Club, Americas oldest continuously running community theatre and a beloved gem in Boson’s Jamaica Plain neighborhood, is gearing up to celebrate its 150th anniversary season with a series of special events, in addition to another stellar roster of...
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When historians seek to uncover the past, they typically turn to written municipal archives. Yet, in Jamaica Plain, the landscape itself serves as a living, breathing historical text. Deep within the Arnold Arboretum, a towering white oak tree stands as...
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The streets of Jamaica Plain hold centuries of memory, etched into the architecture of its bustling commercial corridors, the sprawling roots of its ancient trees, and the generational endurance of its family-owned businesses. While previous retrospectives in the Jamaica Plain...
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Of Jamaica Plain, owner of former Winnie’s Pub in Mission Hill...
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Sail Boston 2026 launches interactive fleet tracker to follow ships in real timeBeacon Hill Charlestown Jamaica Plain North End BostonLeft Fair Right
Sail Boston 2026 is proud to announce the launch of its official interactive Fleet Tracker, powered by Aqua Map technology. Designed to enhance the viewing experience for maritime enthusiasts, locals, and visitors, this new tool provides an unparalleled and close-up look at this summer’s historic maritime celebration...
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The gay rights movement began 57 years ago this weekCharlestown East Boston Jamaica Plain North End BostonLeft Fair Right
Although Gay Pride Month is observed for the entire month of June, we wish to make note of the specific date and events during the nighttime hours on June 27-28, 1969, when a series of riots and demonstrations against a...
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$800,000 Cummings Grant to Fuel Project Bread’s Fight Against Hunger StatewideBeacon Hill East Boston Jamaica Plain North End BostonLeft Fair Right
Special to the Regional Review As hunger reaches new heights across Massachusetts, Project Bread has secured a major investment to connect households with food. The leading statewide food security organization has been selected as one of 150 nonprofits to receive...
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Dear Editor, America has many personal, social, and political problems such as emotional and behavioral disorders, alienation, distorted values, lack of empathy and compassion, ignoring common interest, antisocial behavior, and violence. However, we do not pay much attention to the...
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The Board of Directors of the Jamaica Pond Association (JPA) held its regular monthly meeting last Monday, June 1. On hand for the session were treasurer Michael Reiskind, Mark Zanger, Jerry Wright, Tony Dreyfus, Kevin Moloney, Michael Frank, Peter Elmuts, Peter...
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By Eliza Parad I’m sure most of you by now have heard about this contentious city budget cycle. The Mayor released her proposed budget in April, cutting many of the areas that Bostonians support as top investment priorities: affordable housing,...
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Opioid-related overdose deaths in state fall under1,000 for the first time in over a decadeJamaica PlainLeft Fair Right
For the first time in over a decade, total annual opioid-related overdose deaths in Massachusetts fell below 1,000, according to Massachusetts Department of Public Health (DPH) preliminary 2025 data recently released by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)...
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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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Mayor Wu appoints Felicia Jacques to BPDA BoardBeacon Hill Charlestown Jamaica Plain BostonLeft Fair Right
Mayor Michelle Wu has announced the nomination of Felicia Jacques to the BPDA Board. Jacques currently serves as the Principal Developer and Manager for Maloney Development. The new appointment, which would fill a vacant seat on the Board most recently...
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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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Wu Signs City order to Expand Property Tax Relief for Older HomeownersBeacon Hill Charlestown East Boston Jamaica Plain Mission Hill North End BostonLeft Fair Right
Special to the Times Mayor Michelle Wu joined City Councilor Ruthzee Louijeune, Mass Senior Action, local elected officials, and residents to sign a city order that lets Boston adjust the senior property tax break each year to keep up with...
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The following 17 residents have qualified for the May 16 ballot. Voters may cast ballots at any of the three designated polling locations between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Area A • Willy Mitchell • Bianca Terry • Eryn Ashlei...
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City arts leaders, artists fight to restore city funding Special to the Gazette More than 160 artists, teaching artists, arts leaders, and representatives from arts organizations across Boston gathered last Thursday, April 30 at Boston City Hall to advocate...
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MBTA celebrates special summer events with collectible CharlieCardsJamaica Plain Mission Hill North EndLeft Fair RightThe MBTA has announced the availability of special edition collectible CharlieCards featuring iconic Boston landmarks to celebrate an exciting summer of events taking place in Boston and the surrounding Commonwealth this year. “The MBTA is excited to welcome thousands of...
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Where is Teddy Roosevelt When We Need Him?Beacon Hill Charlestown East Boston Jamaica Plain North End BostonLeft Fair Right
The constant cacophony of bumbling babbling from our leaders in Washington these days with regard to the ongoing conflict with Iran brings to mind the wisdom of former President Theodore Roosevelt. On September 1, 1901 — just two weeks before...
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Euler Receives Degree From Georgia Tech Erik Euler of Jamaica Plain has earned a Master of Science in Analytics from the Georgia Institute of Technology in Atlanta. Euler was among approximately 7,200 undergraduate and graduate students to be...
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Staff Report The future of transit in Roslindale is currently under the microscope as state officials finalize a critical feasibility study for the extension of the Orange Line. The study, which was greenlit by the Massachusetts House with a...
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By Gazette Staff The upcoming biennial election of the Jamaica Plain Neighborhood Council (JPNC) was the main topic of discussion at the JPNC’s regular monthly meeting that was held last Tuesday, April 28. On hand for the meeting...
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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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Wu, community leaders join Pennrose and Hyde Square Task Force to break ground on Blessed Sacrament Church redevelopmentJamaica PlainLeft Fair Right
Special to the Gazette Pennrose and Hyde Square Task Force (HSTF) today celebrated the groundbreaking of the Blessed Sacrament redevelopment, which will transform the vacant 1913 historic church in Boston’s Jamaica Plain neighborhood into a vibrant mixed-use, mixed-income development...
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Memorial Day weekend marks the traditional start of the summer season, bringing with it the anticipation of sunshine and warmth and of time spent with family and friends. But while we contemplate all of the good things that will occur...
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Five years ago this week, an unspeakable act of violence, motivated solely by racial hatred, shattered the peace and calm of an early-summer Saturday afternoon in the community of Winthrop. A 28 year-old white man, a native of Wareham who...
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A conversation with Mayor Michelle Wu: Boston should be a home for everyoneBeacon Hill Charlestown East Boston Jamaica Plain BostonLeft Fair Right“Boston should be a home for everyone,” Michelle Wu said, gazing forward with measured confidence as she reflected on the city’s future. For Wu, that idea has shaped both her leadership and her vision for Boston since first taking office...
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When you grab your summer ice cream, don’t leave your dog out of the fun. Local institution J.P. Licks caters directly to the neighborhood’s canine demographic with “Cow Paws,” a dairy-free frozen treat formulated specifically for dogs. Retailing for...
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Planning advances affordable housing in Roslindale, Charlestown and Longwood Medical AreaJamaica PlainLeft Fair Right
Special to the Gazette The Planning Department this month recommended approval of the Harvard ERC District and Greenway Plan. In addition, staff recommended approval of four new development projects representing approximately 1,738,114 square feet (SF). All were approved. The...
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This year’s Revere Beach International Sand Sculpting Festival celebrated our city with the theme “Boston Welcomes The World,” recognizing the recent excitement of the World Cup and Sail Boston events here in the metro area. While rainy weather delayed Saturday...
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Americans’ optimism about their future has sunk to an all-time low, according to a recent Gallup Poll (which was conducted, we might add, before the war with Iran had begun). Why the malaise when we have record-low unemployment...
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Mayor Michelle Wu today joined the Boston Housing Authority (BHA), The Community Builders (TCB), the Executive Office of Economic Development (EOED), MassHousing, and the Mildred C. Hailey Tenant Organization to celebrate the completion of phase one of Mildred C. Hailey...
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We recently welcomed new neighbors and their dog to our floor and let them know we had an animal first-aid kit ready if they ever needed it. Since our Poppy is our third Westie, we’ve fostered other Westies, and we...
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re: 3326 Washington St. Dear All, At the June 17 meeting of the Jamaica Plain Neighborhood Council Housing & Development Committee (JPNC H&D), neighbors from the working group convened by former H&D Chair Danielle Kieta-Sommer presented an update regarding...
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Special to the Gazette Whittier Street Health Center, a community health center with a mission to serve as a center of excellence that provides high quality and accessible health care and social services that achieve health equity, social justice,...
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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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High school graduation season is upon us, the time of year when communities across America celebrate the accomplishments of young people receiving their high school diplomas. Graduation is a bittersweet occasion, marking both an ending and a beginning. For the...
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South Street Youth Center fights to stayopen after 30 years of serving Boston youthJamaica PlainLeft Fair Right
For nearly 30 years, the South Street Youth Center (SSYC) has served as a lifeline for generations of young people and families throughout Jamaica Plain and the City of Boston. Founded in 1996 in response to violence, gang activity, and...
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The Egleston Square Neighborhood Association held its July meeting on Monday. With no major development reviews on the agenda, the conversation focused on public safety in the Jamaica Plain neighborhood, as well as quality of life issues. While there were...
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JGE Architecture + Design celebrates completion of Brookley Flats, Boston’s largest affordable homeownership developmentJamaica PlainLeft Fair Right
Special to the Gazette JGE Architecture + Design is pleased to announce the completion of Brookley Flats, a new multifamily residential development in Jamaica Plain that delivers 45 affordable homeownership opportunities, including dedicated artist live/work units, within a thoughtfully...
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BAA graduate Tomas Labrador Flores receives $5,000 James Taylor Scholarship from Boston Arts Academy Foundation By Cary Shuman Two years ago, aspiring musician Tomas Labrador Flores of Jamaica Plain made a very impactful decision in his life and academic...
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Staff Report The Boston Planning Department has announced a virtual public meeting to provide an informational update regarding the proposed development at 3326 Washington Street in Jamaica Plain. Scheduled for Monday, May 18, 2026, the session will run from...
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JPCC Adult Learning Program Celebrates Student Achievement at 2025–2026 Graduation CeremonyJamaica PlainLeft Fair Right
Special to the Gazette The Jamaica Plain Community Centers Adult Learning Program (ALP) proudly celebrated the accomplishments of its students during its 2025–2026 Graduation and Certificate Ceremony, recognizing adult learners for their dedication, perseverance, and academic success throughout the...
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Project Bread’s Walk for Hunger raises $1 million asfood insecurity reaches crisis levels across MassachusettsJamaica PlainLeft Fair RightSpecial to the Gazette On Sunday, May 3, nearly 4,000 participants gathered on Boston Common and joined virtually from across the country and around the world for Project Bread’s 58th Annual Walk for Hunger, the nation’s oldest continually running pledge...
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The newly-elected Jamaica Plain Neighborhood Council (JPNC) held its first meeting on Tuesday, May 26. On hand for the session were Alcurtis Clark, Bernie Doherty, Michael Reiskind, Willie Mitchell, Purple Reign, Carla Lisa Caliga, Lorenzo Bartoloni, Sarah Freeman, Dave Baron,...
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JPNC Sends Letter to City Officials Regarding Affordable Units at 3326 Washington St.Jamaica PlainLeft Fair Right
By Gazette Staff The Jamaica Plain Neighborhood Council (JPNC) held its regular monthly meeting this past Tuesday, June 23. On hand for the session were chair Alcurtis Clark, vice-chair Bernie Doherty, secretary-treasurer Michael Reiskind, Willie Mitchell, Lisa Marie Caliga,...
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Memorial Day is the most solemn of our national holidays, commemorating the Supreme Sacrifice that has been made by an estimated one million of our fellow citizens, which now includes the 15 members of our military who have died in...
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If you haven’t checked it out yet, Jamaica Plain’s first official dog park is fast approaching its one-year anniversary. Having opened last August, the newly renovated Flaherty Playground—located at the intersection of Cornwall Avenue and Brookside Avenue—features a spacious,...
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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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Suffolk University and BHCC Announce Joint Admissions and Transfer Partnership AgreementJamaica PlainLeft Fair Right
Special to the Gazette Suffolk University and Bunker Hill Community College (BHCC) have announced a Joint Admission and Transfer Partnership Program that will benefit students wishing to complete four-year university degrees. The Suffolk-BHCC partnership builds upon the longstanding commitment of...
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Special to the Gazette Mayor Michelle Wu has announced Zavia Dickerson as the new neighborhood liaison for Jamaica Plain and Michaela Nee as the new neighborhood liaison for South End and Bay Village within the Office of Neighborhood Services...
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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 Gazette The Zoning Committee of the Jamaica Plain Neighborhood Council (JPNC) held a regular meeting on Wednesday, June 17, via Zoom. Chair David Baron and fellow committee members Willie Mitchell, Purple Reign, Peg Preble, Gerard O’Connor,...