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Boston Reparations Task Force mulls how to focus the project going forward
Members of the Boston Reparations Task Force are debating a path forward in the wake of the city’s move to drop a study of slavery in Boston that found itself mired in controversy. Historians and an archeologist who have examined Boston’s history with slavery discussed possible paths forward after...
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Ribbon cutting for YES headquarters draws large crowd
Arguably the largest attended ribbon cutting in recent years and certainly with the longest ribbon – about 40 feet – was the Oct. 29 ceremony opening the new YES (Youth Enrichment Services) headquarters at 267 Amory St., Jamaica Plain. The standing-room-only event in the third floor Martin’s Room...
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From murals to music, these creators say public art breathes life into Boston
What happens to a work of art when it becomes part of everyday life?. This summer, 100 life-size elephant sculptures transformed Boston’s Commonwealth Avenue Mall into a large-scale public art installation. But beyond large-scale installations, public art also lives in neighborhood murals, monuments and everyday encounters that connect residents to their communities.
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Mayor Wu Proposes Changes to Boston’s Affordable Housing Rules to Encourage New Development
Mayor Michelle Wu announced proposed changes to Boston’s Inclusionary Zoning (IZ) and Linkage policies aimed at helping new housing and commercial development move forward amid challenging economic conditions affecting cities nationwide, while preserving the City’s core affordable housing commitments. These targeted adjustments are part of the Wu administration’s broader strategy to increase housing production, remove barriers to development, address the housing crisis, and make Boston more affordable for residents.
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Wright of John M. Corcoran & Co. installed as ARM
Quincy, MA Michaela Wright was installed as an ARM (Accredited Residential Manager) of the Institute of Real Estate Management during the IREM Boston Chapter October 29th Annual Wine Taste & Dinner Pairing. The ARM residential property management certification teaches early-career real estate managers the core competencies to manage residential properties...
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2026 Greater Boston Housing Report Card Released by The Boston Foundation
Efforts to expand housing production through legislation and expanded permitting in Massachusetts have helped slow but not reverse the housing cost and supply trends that have made the state especially challenging for renters and homeowners, according to the 2026 Greater Boston Housing Report Card. The report, which was released November...
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This Back Bay ‘Ugly Duckling’ got a $22.5 million glow-up and hit the market
Once an 11-unit apartment building, 18 Commonwealth Ave. has been transformed into a six-story single-family home with an elevator and a two-car garage. What was once dubbed the “ugly duckling” of Commonwealth Avenue has gotten quite the makeover. And it comes with a $22.5 million price tag. Developers...
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Colliers facilitates $5.775 million sale of auto repair site for housing development
Boston, MA Colliers, a leading diversified professional services and investment management company, arranged the $5.775 million sale of 1590 Blue Hill Ave., a 1.63-acre site in the city’s Mattapan neighborhood. A partnership between the Planning Office for Urban Affairs, a nonprofit housing developer affiliated with the Archdiocese of Boston, and JGE Development acquired the property from the McKeen family. It has secured city approvals for a six-story building with 105 affordable homes. The McKeen family operated an auto repair business at the site dating back to 1976.
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Mattapan Food and Fitness Coalition leader will leave post at end of year
Copyright © 2026 Boston Neighborhood News, Inc. This content may not be re-published or re-used without written permission. MFFC Executive Director Shavel’le Olivier shown during the 2025 Mattapan on Wheels event in Walker Playground. Seth Daniel file photo. The executive director of the Mattapan Food and Fitness Coalition...
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Saathi’s Diwali celebration lights up Emerson with cultural appreciation
For South Asian students away from home, an important festival like Diwali can be difficult to celebrate without being near family and community, but Saathi brought the celebration to Emerson College. On Monday, over 50 Emerson students gathered in the Loft to celebrate the annual religious festival originating in India,...
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Haley House Bakery Café Plans January 2027 Return to Roxbury
A beloved Roxbury café is preparing for a comeback, with a new home, refreshed menu, and familiar mission. The Boston Business Journal reports that Haley House Bakery Café (HHBC) is planning to reopen in a new 2,000-square-foot space at 2147 Washington Street in Nubian Square, just a short distance from its former home on Dade Street. After suspending café operations several years ago, the nonprofit is working toward a January 2027 reopening, a representative for the organization confirmed with What Now Boston.
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Men's Golf Announces Signing Class of 2027
CHESTNUT HILL, Mass. — Boston College Director of Golf Drew Kayser has announced the signing of Leo Roennau to the 2027 recruiting class. "We are thrilled to welcome Leo to the Boston College Golf family!" said Kayser. "Leo brings an incredible work ethic, high character, and a competitive spirit that aligns perfectly with our program's core values."
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Codman Academy celebrated its 25th year with a Seaport party
Copyright © 2026 Boston Neighborhood News, Inc. This content may not be re-published or re-used without written permission. Head of School Dr. Derrick Ciesla helped senior Mason Braxter, a Codman Student Ambassador, with his tie before Codman Academy’s 25th Anniversary Gala on Oct. 29. Photos by Kenny Pierre.