Check out this new website to promote the local music and artist scene. Music video contest coming soon.
http://www.allstonrocks.com/
How many city councilors does it take to flout the law?
How many city councilors does it take to flout the law? - The Boston Globe: "Fed up with what they say was the repeated flouting by councilors of state law requiring them to conduct the public's business in public, three Boston residents filed suit last May against the council. In the end, with the nervy residents even acting as their own lawyers against the assembled might of the city law department, the case wasn't a fair fight: The citizen-litigators thrashed the council from top to bottomous."
Brighton library to get $2.6 million facelift
TownOnline.com - Local News: Library to get $2.6 million facelift: "The 37-year-old Brighton branch public library on Academy Hill Road is expected to receive a $2.5 million makeover this year, what many agree is a much-needed project.
The third highest in the city in materials circulation, the library will be closed for a year, and area residents are asked to use the Faneuil branch library on Oak Square or the Honan-Allston library on North Harvard Street.
The new building should be completed within one-and-a-half years and will boast new walls, windows, an elevator and ramps for full accessibility."
The third highest in the city in materials circulation, the library will be closed for a year, and area residents are asked to use the Faneuil branch library on Oak Square or the Honan-Allston library on North Harvard Street.
The new building should be completed within one-and-a-half years and will boast new walls, windows, an elevator and ramps for full accessibility."
Two shot in Allston as gun violence rises
TownOnline.com - Local News: Two shot in Allston as gun violence rises: "Two Allston residents were shot April 7, one in the face and another in chest, according to a police report. Both are expected to survive their injuries.
District 14 officers responded to Lincoln and Antwerp streets for reports of a person shot Friday at 1:34 a.m. On arrival, officers found a 28-year-old man from Allston shot in the face.
Minutes later, officers found a second Allston victim at 16 Lawrence St. with a gunshot wound to the chest."
District 14 officers responded to Lincoln and Antwerp streets for reports of a person shot Friday at 1:34 a.m. On arrival, officers found a 28-year-old man from Allston shot in the face.
Minutes later, officers found a second Allston victim at 16 Lawrence St. with a gunshot wound to the chest."
BIKINI-CLAD BEAUTY STICKS UP FOR CHICKENS IN ALLSTON
PETA Media Center > Recent News Releases : BIKINI-CLAD BEAUTY STICKS UP FOR CHICKENS IN ALLSTON
Allston, Mass. Wearing nothing but a yellow bikini and holding a sign that reads, 'KFC Tortures Chicks,' sultry PETA member Lindsay Rajt will lead a protest outside a local KFC restaurant over KFC suppliers' abusive treatment of chickens in factory farms and slaughterhouses while other PETA members hand out leaflets.
Did anyone see this protest?
Allston, Mass. Wearing nothing but a yellow bikini and holding a sign that reads, 'KFC Tortures Chicks,' sultry PETA member Lindsay Rajt will lead a protest outside a local KFC restaurant over KFC suppliers' abusive treatment of chickens in factory farms and slaughterhouses while other PETA members hand out leaflets.
Did anyone see this protest?
Harvard's Allston Chief Ready to Build
The Harvard Crimson :: News :: Allston Chief Ready to Build
Profile of Christopher Gordon, Harvard’s top Allston official
After years of planning, the University took its first concrete steps into Allston this semester when it announced the location of the first structure to be built in the new campus�a massive 500,000 square-foot science complex that will house the Harvard Stem Cell Institute.
University officials said on Monday they hope to ask Boston by the end of April for permission to build.
Profile of Christopher Gordon, Harvard’s top Allston official
After years of planning, the University took its first concrete steps into Allston this semester when it announced the location of the first structure to be built in the new campus�a massive 500,000 square-foot science complex that will house the Harvard Stem Cell Institute.
University officials said on Monday they hope to ask Boston by the end of April for permission to build.
Extreme Makeover: Harvard Stadium
The Harvard Crimson :: News :: Extreme Makeover: Harvard Stadium: "The planned developments include replacing the grass field with a synthetic surface, installing lights on the stadium's exterior, and providing for the implementation of a seasonal "bubble." "
Neighborhoods May Limit New Restaurants
Neighborhood Prohibitionists May Limit New Restaurants - New York Times:
Community boards in the East Village, the Lower East Side and elsewhere, fed up with noise and traffic, are so aggressively using their power to try to block or delay liquor licenses that some in the restaurant business say they are thinking much harder about opening new places in these parts of town. Profits from wine and liquor can be crucial to the success of a restaurant, especially a new one.
Last month, the Assembly speaker, Sheldon Silver, who represents lower Manhattan, introduced a bill that would eliminate the exemptions from what is called the "500-foot rule." This rule, which became part of the State Liquor Authority regulations in 1993, prohibits the granting of a new full liquor license to an establishment that is within 500 feet of three other licensed bars or restaurants.
Community boards in the East Village, the Lower East Side and elsewhere, fed up with noise and traffic, are so aggressively using their power to try to block or delay liquor licenses that some in the restaurant business say they are thinking much harder about opening new places in these parts of town. Profits from wine and liquor can be crucial to the success of a restaurant, especially a new one.
Last month, the Assembly speaker, Sheldon Silver, who represents lower Manhattan, introduced a bill that would eliminate the exemptions from what is called the "500-foot rule." This rule, which became part of the State Liquor Authority regulations in 1993, prohibits the granting of a new full liquor license to an establishment that is within 500 feet of three other licensed bars or restaurants.
In Allston and Brighton the issue is not about new licenses but transfers of existing ones. Even still, a density limitation like this could be interesting to consider, especially near residential areas.
Tight Hub budget keeps cop ranks thin
Tight Hub budget keeps cop ranks thin
Mayor Thomas M. Menino blamed soaring health and utility costs for hemming in his proposed budget next year, which calls for modest increases in school and police spending.
Overall city spending would jump $87.9 million, or 4.3 percent more than this year’s budget. But increases in state aid and $10 million more in lottery money are largely gobbled up by a $23 million increase in health insurance, and rising utility and personnel costs.
Menino said there were no “fancy programs” in his spending plan, which heads to the City Council for approval. He promised to use new technologies like expanding GPS use in snowplows and street cleaners and install new accountability standards. New positions are being created for a citywide director of recreation, chief information officer and a chief of the soon-to-be-merged Transportation and Public Works departments.
Mayor Thomas M. Menino blamed soaring health and utility costs for hemming in his proposed budget next year, which calls for modest increases in school and police spending.
Overall city spending would jump $87.9 million, or 4.3 percent more than this year’s budget. But increases in state aid and $10 million more in lottery money are largely gobbled up by a $23 million increase in health insurance, and rising utility and personnel costs.
Menino said there were no “fancy programs” in his spending plan, which heads to the City Council for approval. He promised to use new technologies like expanding GPS use in snowplows and street cleaners and install new accountability standards. New positions are being created for a citywide director of recreation, chief information officer and a chief of the soon-to-be-merged Transportation and Public Works departments.
Taste of Allston Village - May 2
Allston Village Main Streets, New Balance, and the Improper Bostonian present the 9th annual Taste of Allston Village.
Come sample flavors from around the world presented by over 20 local Allston eateries including Aneka Rasa Malaysian Cuisine, Bazaar on Cambridge, Big City, Burritos on Fire, Café Belo, Café Brazil, Carlo’s Cucina Italiana, Double Tree/Boathouse Grille, Grasshopper, Herrell’s Allston Café, Infusions Tea Spa, The Kells Asian Cuisine, Kouzina Express, Rangoli, Seoul Bakery, Shaw’s Supermarket, Sumi, Sunset Grill & Tap, V Majestic and Yi Soon Bakery.
Staples will also be giving away FREE large-format color prints to all attendees (bring a file or say “cheese!”).
Live music will be provided by jazz pianist Adam Pepper.
The Taste of Allston takes place Tuesday, May 2 from 6-8pm at the Double Tree Guest Suites, 400 Soldiers Field Road, Allston.
Tickets are $25 or $200 for 10 in advance, or $30 at the door.
For more information call 617-254-7564 or contact Erin at kozy2323@hotmail.com
Come sample flavors from around the world presented by over 20 local Allston eateries including Aneka Rasa Malaysian Cuisine, Bazaar on Cambridge, Big City, Burritos on Fire, Café Belo, Café Brazil, Carlo’s Cucina Italiana, Double Tree/Boathouse Grille, Grasshopper, Herrell’s Allston Café, Infusions Tea Spa, The Kells Asian Cuisine, Kouzina Express, Rangoli, Seoul Bakery, Shaw’s Supermarket, Sumi, Sunset Grill & Tap, V Majestic and Yi Soon Bakery.
Staples will also be giving away FREE large-format color prints to all attendees (bring a file or say “cheese!”).
Live music will be provided by jazz pianist Adam Pepper.
The Taste of Allston takes place Tuesday, May 2 from 6-8pm at the Double Tree Guest Suites, 400 Soldiers Field Road, Allston.
Tickets are $25 or $200 for 10 in advance, or $30 at the door.
For more information call 617-254-7564 or contact Erin at kozy2323@hotmail.com
Turnpike agrees good fence will make good neighbors - The Boston Globe
Turnpike agrees good fence will make good neighbors - The Boston Globe: "After a winter of frustration, a thorn in the side of many residents of north Allston and Brighton is on its way to being removed. Following a meeting at the Honan-Allston library last month, the Massachusetts Turnpike Authority has agreed to scrap the damaged wooden snow fence between the westbound lanes of the highway and Lincoln Street and replace it with a permanent sound barrier fence."
Fittingly, the past is preserved as a secondhand store relocates - The Boston Globe
Fittingly, the past is preserved as a secondhand store relocates - The Boston Globe: "To fans of previously owned books, music, and movies in Allston Village, the sight of a van filling up with the contents of Disk'overy on Brighton Avenue recently was not a good sign. A closer look, though, revealed that the 25-year-old shop was not dying, just relocating: Handwritten notices said the business was moving to Oak Square, where it reopened April 1 at 569 Washington St."
Two shot in Hub within minutes as gun violence continues rise
BostonHerald.com - Local / Regional News: Two shot in Hub within minutes as gun violence continues rise: "An Allston man was shot in the face yesterday, and another man was shot in the chest minutes later, two shootings that added to the city's skyrocketing number of victims of gun violence. "
Grant opportunities
Grant opportunities: "The Allston/Brighton-Boston College Community Fund Committee has announced that applications for $2,500 grants for Spring 2006 will be available beginning April 7. "
New affordable housing project
AB launches new affordable housing project - News
Reacting to an influx of Boston University students renting off-campus apartments in areas surrounding BU, the Allston Brighton Community Development Corporation commissioned a series of renovations on Glenville Avenue designed to provide additional housing for low-income residents forced to compete with college students.
The ABCDC is currently remodeling apartment buildings at 48-52 Glenville Ave. which will be rented out to families who make less than $23,832 -- sixty percent of the annual median income in the Boston area, according to John Woods, director of housing development for the ABCDC. Woods said the group will also be constructing units for families who make as little as $5,958, 15 percent of the annual median income.
BU administrators are aware of this increase and plan to construct a second Student Village dormitory, scheduled for completion by Fall 2008, to house an additional 900 undergraduate students, said Marc Robillard, director of housing at BU.
Reacting to an influx of Boston University students renting off-campus apartments in areas surrounding BU, the Allston Brighton Community Development Corporation commissioned a series of renovations on Glenville Avenue designed to provide additional housing for low-income residents forced to compete with college students.
The ABCDC is currently remodeling apartment buildings at 48-52 Glenville Ave. which will be rented out to families who make less than $23,832 -- sixty percent of the annual median income in the Boston area, according to John Woods, director of housing development for the ABCDC. Woods said the group will also be constructing units for families who make as little as $5,958, 15 percent of the annual median income.
BU administrators are aware of this increase and plan to construct a second Student Village dormitory, scheduled for completion by Fall 2008, to house an additional 900 undergraduate students, said Marc Robillard, director of housing at BU.
We have a Senate race!
After great soul-searching, I have decided to suspend my campaign for D.A. and to seek re-election to the state Senate. In the Senate, I have strived to provide leadership on public-safety issues and serve as a voice for people who need a strong advocate. Moving forward, my priorities are cracking down on domestic violence and identity theft, addressing bullying and violence in schools, and advancing progressive priorities on a variety of other issues.
Of course, I will have to run for re-election in a field with several challengers. I will be going door-to-door throughout my Senate district, asking my constituents for their vote so that I may continue working for them on Beacon Hill. I hope to count on your continued support.
Again, I want you to know how much I appreciate the commitment you have made to me and my career in public service. Thank you.
Sincerely,
Jarrett
Of course, I will have to run for re-election in a field with several challengers. I will be going door-to-door throughout my Senate district, asking my constituents for their vote so that I may continue working for them on Beacon Hill. I hope to count on your continued support.
Again, I want you to know how much I appreciate the commitment you have made to me and my career in public service. Thank you.
Sincerely,
Jarrett
Online Building Permit Applications
Sorry, this isn't available in Boston yet, but it is possible in New Orleans.
Barrios thinking of entering Senate race
Barrios thinking of dropping out of race for DA, Democrat says - The Boston Globe: "State Senator Jarrett T. Barrios is weighing whether to end his campaign to become Middlesex district attorney and instead seek reelection in his Cambridge-based district, a senior Democratic leader confirmed last night."
His "Cambridge based district" also includes 15,000 people in Allston and Brighton
"Slow Down Boston" signs
Who says driving here is crazy? Everyone - The Boston Globe
John Tobin, a district councilor from West Roxbury, is printing hundreds of red-and-white signs that say, "Slow Down Boston," and is mounting a campaign to reverse a half-century of bad habits. Paying for the printing of 500 signs with campaign funds, Tobin said he'll provide them free of charge to anyone willing to post them along problem streets.
City officials are also drafting a traffic-calming plan, he said, but are proceeding slowly to avoid mistakes. While speed bumps slow traffic, he said, they can also cause accidents. Drivers could lose control and veer into other cars or jump the curb and endanger pedestrians on the sidewalk. Devices that flash motorists' speed can actually tempt drivers to speed up, he said.
"We put a speed board on Commonwealth Avenue, and people were seeing how high they could get the numbers," Tinlin said.
John Tobin, a district councilor from West Roxbury, is printing hundreds of red-and-white signs that say, "Slow Down Boston," and is mounting a campaign to reverse a half-century of bad habits. Paying for the printing of 500 signs with campaign funds, Tobin said he'll provide them free of charge to anyone willing to post them along problem streets.
City officials are also drafting a traffic-calming plan, he said, but are proceeding slowly to avoid mistakes. While speed bumps slow traffic, he said, they can also cause accidents. Drivers could lose control and veer into other cars or jump the curb and endanger pedestrians on the sidewalk. Devices that flash motorists' speed can actually tempt drivers to speed up, he said.
"We put a speed board on Commonwealth Avenue, and people were seeing how high they could get the numbers," Tinlin said.
I wonder what type of speed board the city was using. Many types of these have a "maximum display speed" like this one made by 3M. Hopefully next time the city tries this they will use a more full-featured model.
You can contact Councilor Tobin at John.Tobin@cityofboston.gov to request a sign.
Affordable housing coming soon
TownOnline.com - Local News: Affordable housing coming soon
The Allston Brighton Community Development Corporation has obtained $2 million in state grants to help families realize the dream of homeownership at the Long-Glen affordable homeownership project on Glenville Avenue.
The Allston Brighton Community Development Corporation has obtained $2 million in state grants to help families realize the dream of homeownership at the Long-Glen affordable homeownership project on Glenville Avenue.
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