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BPDA

BPDA Giving Update of Plan: JP/ROX at JPNC on Jan. 21

By David Ertischek | 6 hours ago

The Boston Planning & Redevelopment Agency (BPDA) will be at the next Jamaica Plain Neighborhood Council (JPNC) to provide an update on how development projects have contributed to meeting the goals of Plan: JP/Rox.

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Police and Fire

BPD Recovers 455 Grams of Cocaine from Armstrong Street Bust

By David Ertischek | January 18, 2021

Boston Police recovered 455 grams of cocaine and $260,000 in an investigation that led to a 33-year-old man being arrested.

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Government

Social Media Recap: Insurrection, Mayoral Vacancy, Climate Change Bill and More

By David Ertischek | January 15, 2021

Since Jan. 6's attempted coup at the Capitol a lot has happened in Washington DC, and at our state capital.

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Business

Husband and Wife Team Up for New Locksmith Company

By Randi Sayers | January 14, 2021

JP Lock and Security has set out to make a name for themselves as a veteran, woman, minority, and family-owned company based in Jamaica Plain.

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Business

Construction Begins on New Jackson Square Development for 62 Affordable Units

By David Ertischek | January 13, 2021

Construction recently started on the new Holtzer Park housing development which will include 62 new affordable rental units in Jackson Square.

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From the Community

JP’s Hoeh Receives Award From United Spinal Association

By Doug Frey | January 12, 2021

The Greater Boston Chapter (GBC) of United Spinal Association recently held its 2020 Virtual Fundraiser and presented the 2nd annual Elmer
Bartels Leadership Award to Jamaica Plain's Christopher Hoeh.

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Coronavirus

Sherrill House Celebrates Ongoing Vaccinations of Residents and Staff

By David Ertischek | January 12, 2021

All residents of the Sherrill House nursing home are on their way to being vaccinated, followed by all staff.

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Government

Rep. Elugardo and Boston Housing Authority Launch Community Youth Jobs Program

By David Ertischek | January 11, 2021

State Rep. Nika Elugardo, the Boston Housing Authority (BHA), and the Main Street organization teamed up at the end of the year to launch a youth jobs program for BHA residents and other low-income youths

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Government

Biden Nominating Mayor Walsh as Labor Secretary

By David Ertischek | January 8, 2021

In a highly expected move, Boston Mayor Marty Walsh is being nominated by President-elect Joe Biden to be the secretary of the U.S. Department of Labor.

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Arts

Aviary Gallery Closed; Owner Opening New Gallery in North Carolina

By David Ertischek | January 7, 2021

After nine years of being on South Street, the Aviary Gallery closed for good at the end of 2020.

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Tue 19

The Croft School Virtual Information Session and School Tour

January 19 @ 8:00 am - 10:00 am
Tue 19

JP Progressives Forum: Policing in Boston

January 19 @ 7:00 pm - 10:00 pm
Sat 30

The Croft School Virtual Information Session and School Tour

January 30 @ 9:00 am - 11:00 am

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Jamaica Plain News is an independent online news source and community platform for the Jamaica Plain neighborhood of Boston, Massachusetts.

David Ertischek

Our publisher David Ertischek has been a community journalist for more than 18 years. He has been the editor and reporter for local newspapers and websites. He has lived in Jamaica Plain since 2002. His favorite thing about Jamaica Plain is the Arnold Arboretum.

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