Special to the Regional Review Joanne Hayes Rines was first elected to serve as President of Friends of Christopher Columbus Park (FOCCP) in 2009. She never imagined she would still be serving all these years later. In 2009, her grandsons…
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Triangle, Inc. honors State Rep. Aaron Michlewitz for his dedication to the disability community
Special to the Regional Review Triangle, Inc. presented State Rep. Aaron Michlewitz with its 2026 Public Official of the Year Award. This award recognizes Rep. Michlewitz’s support for Triangle and his commitment to prioritizing all state disability services agencies in…
NEMPAC student performers raise record-breaking funds for community arts
Special to the Regional Review The North End Music & Performing Arts Center (NEMPAC) celebrated a record-breaking day of music, community, and giving at its annual Performathon, held on Saturday, April 11 at Urban Wild in Charlestown. Thanks to the…
Babbitt and O’Reilly leaving FOCCP
Special to the Regional Review Ann Babbitt and John O’Reilly have been vital and creative FOCCP board members for many years. They are stepping down from the board effective May 5, 2026. Ann has been an FOCCP member for 13…
Wu releases 2030 Climate Action Plan to reduce carbon emissions and strengthen Boston’s climate resilience
Special to the Regional Review Mayor Michelle Wu announced this week the release of Boston’s landmark 2030 Climate Action Plan alongside dozens of community and institutional partners at LoPresti Park in East Boston. This implementation plan provides a roadmap for…
News, Notes and Whatever
By Phil Orlandella NEMPAC elects new board members Two of three newly North End Music and Performing Arts Center (NEMPAC) are North End residents. Jesse St. Louis and Karen Frost join Bruce Rosendahl on the very active volunteer community group…
Coletta Zapata calls for workforce pipeline between Wentworth Institute of Technology and City
Special to the Regional Review Boston City Councilor Gabriela Coletta Zapata (District 1) introduced a hearing to discuss establishing workforce pipeline opportunities between Wentworth Institute of Technology and the City of Boston but specifically the Inspectional Services Department (ISD). Currently,…
Sen. Edwards delivers major environmental and resiliency investments in $3.64B bond bill
Special to the Regional Review The Massachusetts Senate passed the Mass Ready Act, a $3.64 billion environmental bond bill that targets key initiatives in climate resiliency and environmental protection across the Commonwealth. Included in the Act is millions in targeted…
WECA hosts ‘Creative Visioning’ to address climate change
Special to the Regional Review The public is invited to a creative and engaging student-led presentation that will provide valuable insights and practical strategies for navigating the challenges of climate change. This interactive event will take place Friday, May 1,…
Edwards, Coletta-Zapata deliver remarks at climate change plan
By Cary Shuman Sen. Lydia Edwards and City Council Vice President Gabriela Coletta, who are both considered legislative champions for the environment, credited Mayor Wu for her leadership on the issue of climate change during remarks at the Mayor’s announcement…