Having made it through another winter, it will soon be the time of year when we see the magical creatures that reappear in New England’s fields and woods in the spring. In order to welcome the local elf and fairy…
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Bring on the Spring
Yes, we know that the calendar told us that spring officially began with the vernal equinox on March 20. And yes, the crocuses have been in full bloom, bringing a welcome burst of color to the otherwise-dreary New England landscape…
Op-ed Celebrating One Boston Day
By Mayor Martin J. Walsh Every year on the third Monday in April, tens of thousands of athletes gather in Hopkinton, and begin the 26.2-mile journey to Boylston Street in Boston. All along the Marathon route, spectators cheer on their…
Local Aid for Climate Change
By Jack Clarke There are three proposals before Beacon Hill lawmakers that could help pay for how we cope with the impacts of climate change – all should be considered. Climate change is the existential threat of our lifetime. It…
Beware of Scams Coming Over the Telephone
By Glenn Mollette In January a Denver couple received a scam phone call from a man who told them he had kidnapped their daughter. The man was very convincing that their daughter was in his possession. In the background they…
Letter
I am Grateful To the Editor of the Mission Hill Gazette Please let me extend my sincere appreciation to the entire neighborhood for their outpouring of kindnesses to me as I complete my nine years as your Mission Hill Main…
A True Mission Hiller
City Council Holds Hearing on BuildBPS Update
By Lauren Bennett The City Council Committee on Education held a hearing on Feb. 25 on an update from Boston Public Schools (BPS) regarding the BuildBPS plan. The BuildBPS plan was first announced in 2017 as a $1 billion dollar…
From Baton Rouge to Boston: Lemoine Joins Race for District 8 City Council
By Lauren Bennett Louisiana native Landon Lemoine has lived within District 8 since 2009, and is joining Kristen Mobilia and Helene Vincent in the race for the District 8 City Council seat currently held by Josh Zakim. Lemoine was raised…
Rep. Elugardo Announces House Committee Assignments
Special to the Gazette State Rep. for the Massachusetts 15th Suffolk district Nika Elugardo has announced her committee assignments for the 191st legislative session. Placed on four committees, the representative’s assignments include her top requests. She will serve on the…