Special to the Regional Review Councilor Gabriela Coletta Zapata has filed several legislative proposals with the Boston City Council, including the establishment of a Boston Emergency Relief Fund, reforms related to the Zoning Board of Appeal, and a resolution recognizing…
Month: March 2026
NEW Health Announces New Dental Services; Expanding Modern Orthodontic Care
Special to the Regional Review North End Waterfront Health (NEW Health), a community health center in Boston, announces the launch of new dental services: ClearCorrect aligners and 3D printing services for faster, more convenient and more affordable dental care. These…
News, Notes and Whatever
By Phil Orlandella NWERA votes 10-10 on North Washington Street Project After the first time the North End/Waterfront Resident’s Association rejected a proposal to construct a 60-foot building at 133-135 North Washington Street with residential units, retail space and an…
Wu Announces Boston Public Schools All-Star Marching Band
Special to the Regional Review Mayor Michelle Wu and Boston Public Schools (BPS) announced the launch of the inaugural Boston Public Schools All-Star Marching Band. This new band consists of 75 students representing 10 BPS schools. The marching band will…
City of Boston Licensing Board Approves Five Liquor License Upgrades
Special to the Regional Review The Boston Licensing Board recently approved five applications from beer and wine licensees upgrading to non-transferable all alcoholic beverages licenses. The approved applicants include Life Time and Trident Booksellers in the Back Bay, Mi Pueblito…
MWRA Votes to Reject Plans to Virtually Eliminate CSOs
Special to the Regional Review At their monthly meeting last week, the Massachusetts Water Resources Authority (MWRA) Board of Directors voted to approve a plan that would ensure the ongoing release of combined sewer overflows (CSOs) to the Mystic River,…
Some Residents Raise Concerns about Anti-drone Effort
By Dylan Shobe With millions expected to descend onto the World Cup this spring, some Boston residents voiced concerns about the implementation of anti-drone technology that might be deployed to monitor the games. They said they are suspicious about what…
Coletta Zapata to Hold Hearing on Progress And Opportunities to Address Drink Spiking in Boston
Special to the Regional Review Councilor Coletta Zapata (District 1) will hold a hearing on Thursday, March 12, 2026, at 9:30 am in the Iannella Chamber to examine progress and identify further opportunities to address drink spiking and drug-facilitated sexual…
Save the Harbor’s Annual JetBlue Shamrock Splash set for March 8
Special to the Regional Review On Sunday, March 8, Save the Harbor/Save the Bay and JetBlue will be hosting the 16th Annual Shamrock Splash on Constitution Beach, 199 Coleridge St, East Boston from 12 p.m. – 3 p.m. Participants or…
MBTA Developing Rail Modernization Plan To Provide More Frequent, Reliable, And Accessible Regional Rail Service
Special to the Regional Review The MBTA announced that it is developing an updated regional rail strategy to transform its rail system known as the Rail Modernization Plan. Identifying near-term investments and long-term needs, the Rail Modernization Plan will consider…