Senate Passes Senator Collins’ Property Tax Relief Legislation for Second Time Unanimously
Measure would provide property tax relief to homeowners, seniors and small businesses The Massachusetts Senate unanimously adopted an amendment to the economic development bill offered by Senator Nick Collins that would deliver property tax relief for the second time this legislative session. The amendment was approved during debate on the Senate’s economic development legislation and contains the same provisions as [...]
Councilor Flynn to Chair a Hearing On Animal Control Enforcement, Leash Law Compliance & Dog Licensing
Boston City Councilor Ed Flynn will chair a City Services hearing on animal control enforcement, leash law compliance, dog licensing, and public safety in the City of Boston sponsored by both himself and Councilor Murphy. Boston Animal Care and Control, as well as applicable municipal and state laws, maintains clear regulations governing dog ownership, including leash requirements, licensing mandates, and [...]
Community Meeting: The South Boston High School Building
by Rick Winterson The City of Boston held a Community Meeting at the Tynan Community Center on East Fourth Street. The topic was “Planning for the Future of 95 G Street”, where Excel High School now sits. Lydia Polaski, the South Boston Liaison from Mayor Wu’s Office of Neighborhood Services, conducted this meeting, along with six members of the 14-person [...]
Flynn Files Resolution to Support Recently Laid Off Boston Public Schools (BPS) Employees
Following the recent vote by the Boston City Council to approve the FY27 Boston Public Schools (BPS) budget, hundreds of teachers, paraprofessionals and other front line workers are expected to lose their jobs. In response, Boston City Councilor Ed Flynn filed a resolution in support of recently laid off BPS employees and to prioritize potential re-employment opportunities. These dedicated and [...]
Ollie Rededicates and Expands Diaper Depot
The South Boston Neighborhood House celebrated the rededication and expansion of Ollie’s Diaper Depot on Wednesday morning, marking a major milestone for a program that has become a vital resource for hundreds of local families. Community leaders, elected officials, sponsors, donors, volunteers, and families gathered at the South Boston Neighborhood House Preschool on Columbia Road to celebrate the addition of [...]
New Soccer Pitches at West Broadway Create Lasting World Cup Legacy in South Boston
As FIFA World Cup excitement builds across Boston, a new community soccer facility at West Broadway is ensuring the tournament's impact will extend far beyond the final whistle. Community leaders, residents, nonprofit partners, and city officials gathered Wednesday to celebrate the opening of the new Visa Street Soccer Park at the West Broadway housing development, featuring two mini soccer pitches [...]