While the Boston 2024 Olympic bid has been withdrawn, a recently completed analysis of the proposal by the Brattle Group suggests cost estimates for hosting the Olympics were almost $1 billion short of a more realistic prediction. State leaders had…
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McLaughlin Park’s renovation underway
The renovation of McLaughlin Park began July 1 and is expected to be mostly completed in the fall, according to Boston Parks and Recreation project manager Allison Perlman. The project has a budget of $430,000. McLaughlin Park is located between…
Back to School Jam
Hill Agenda, Sept. 4, 2015
The deadline for Hill Agenda listings is noon, Sept.29 for the Oct. 2 issue. Email listings to [email protected]. Note: 617 should be dialed before numbers below, unless another area code is given. Meetings LMA Forum, The Boston Redevelopment Association will…
Participacion, Sept. 4, 2015
El plazo para la sección de Participación es al mediodía el 29 de Septiembre para la edición del 2 de Octubre. Escriba a: [email protected]. Note que los números telefónicos empiezan con 617, a menos que diga otro código de área.…
Student Welcome Guide: A student’s guide to Mission Hill
The following is some basic information for students moving into the Mission Hill area. General Boston Get renter’s insurance. It might seem like an unnecessary expense until you have a break-in, or your upstairs neighbor’s toilet overflows while they’re out…
Student Welcome Guide: Mission Hill Place Names
Welcome to the neighborhood! You just moved to Mission Hill—but did you know you’re actually on Parker Hill? You’ve probably already noticed the spires of Mission Church—which technically isn’t called that, either. And why’s the post office called Roxbury Crossing?…
What’s Happening on Main Streets
“Welcome to the Neighborhood” greetings burst forth from windows of Mission Hill Main Streets merchants beckoning new residents and returnees to enjoy the very best of this friendly little village in Boston. The drowsy summer feel wanes as increased foot…
End of Summer Celebration
Editorial: Welcome, students
The Gazette welcomes both new and returning students to the neighborhood. For those students making their second, third, fourth or fifth trip back, we hope you find the neighborhood much as you left it, maybe even a bit more spruced…