Councilor O’Malley Proposes Traffic Calming Measures
January 25, 2012
Boston City Councilor Matt O’Malley today proposed that the City of Boston consider using a variety of traffic calming measures in an effort to get drivers to slow down on the city’s streets.
Councilor O’Malley filed an order at the City Council’s weekly meeting and called for a hearing to discuss exploring traffic calming measures that do not interfere with emergency response vehicles. The order was sent to the City Council’s Committee on City, Neighborhood Services & Veterans Affairs. A public hearing will be scheduled.
“Speeding and distracted drivers are not a new issue in Boston’s neighborhood, but that doesn’t mean we can’t try and find new solutions to these problems,” said Councilor O’Malley, who represents West Roxbury and Jamaica Plain. “I believe it’s time to take a fresh look at the traffic calming measures that are available to municipalities around the country and see if some of them might work here at home.” Read more
Parkway Little League to Host Mass State Championships in July
January 17, 2012
Boston, Mass. – This week, Parkway Little League announced that it was chosen to be the proud host of the 2012 9-10 year old Little League State Championship. The tournament will commence at the Guy Cammarata Complex on Thursday, July 19 and conclude with the Championship Game on Sunday, July 22. Parkway Little League last hosted a state championship in 1997.
“This is the first time that Parkway Little League will host the 9-10 year old State Finals and it is the perfect way to celebrate the 60th anniversary of Parkway Little League. It will be a great chance for teams and communities from around the state to visit the West Roxbury and Roslindale area and play on the great fields we have at the Guy Cammarata Complex,” said Joe Castellano, the President of Parkway Little League. Read more
Parkway Little League Walk In Registration to be Held March 7th and 8th – ONLINE NOW
January 16, 2012
Returning players can register online NOW by clicking here*. Walk In Registration will occur March 7th and March 8th at the Boston Lodge of Elks in West Roxbury from 6:30pm-8:30pm. New players must register in person with the following information: Original Birth Certificate and 3 Proofs of address- Major or Minor Division Players (ages 9 – 12 as of 4/30/12) $180.00
- Instructional Division (ages 7 – 8 as of 4/30/12) $150
- T-ball Division (ages 5 – 6 as of 4/30/12) $150
- 2nd child is $75.00 regardless of division
- 3rd child is $75.00 regardless of division
- 4th child on is free
CM to Host Middle School Information Night Thursday January 19th
January 10, 2012
(West Roxbury) – Catholic Memorial School will host an information night for its Middle School Program on Thursday, January 19 at 7pm. The event will take place in Donahue Hall on the school’s campus at 235 Baker Street in West Roxbury.
Prospective students and parents entering grades 7 and 8 are invited to come and meet students, faculty and administrators. Information on scholarships and financial aid will be available. Students will be able to meet coaches and student leaders for the school’s 35 extracurricular activities and clubs.
The deadline for applications to CM’s Middle School Program is February 3. For more information, call the admissions office at 617-469-8019 or visit www.CatholicMemorial.org.
Coffee with the Councilor
December 22, 2011
O’Malley Announces January 2012 District Office Hours
Boston City Councilor Matt O’Malley holds his district office hours at different locations in Jamaica Plain and West Roxbury each month. Councilor O’Malley’s weekday district office hours will be held on Friday mornings between 8:00 and 9:00 a.m. His Saturday district office hours will be held from 10:00 to 11:00 a.m.
The January schedule is as follows:
- Friday, January 6 from 8:00 to 9:00 a.m. at JP Licks, 659 Centre Street in Jamaica Plain. Latino liaison Fernando Mercedes will also attend.
- Friday, January 13 from 8:00 to 9:00 a.m. at Bruegger’s, 667 VFW Parkway in West Roxbury. West Roxbury liaison Bill MacGregor will also attend.
- Friday, January 20 from 8:00 to 9:00 a.m. at Fiore’s Bakery, 55 South Street in Jamaica Plain. Latino liaison Fernando Mercedes will also attend.
- Saturday, January 21 from 10:00 to 11:00 a.m. at Millennium Restaurant and Grill, 3094 Washington Street in Jamaica Plain. Latino liaison Fernando Mercedes will also attend.
- Friday, January 27 from 8:00 to 9:00 a.m. at Panera Bread, 75 Spring Street in West Roxbury. West Roxbury liaison Bill MacGregor will also attend.
Councilor O’Malley’s City Hall office is open Monday through Friday from 9:00 a.m. until 5:00 p.m. To reach Councilor O’Malley’s Office call (617) 635-4220.
State Representative Ed Coppinger, Leader Bank and Local 103 Decorate Centre Street
December 21, 2011
Rep Ed Coppinger, PLL President Joe Castellano, Keith Barry of Local 103, Mark McKeown & CM's Anthony Castellano
West Roxbury, MA – On Thursday, December 15, 2011, Representative Ed Coppinger joined fellow Parkway residents, Keith Barry, Mark McKeown, and Joe and Anthony Castellano to decorate West Roxbury with 90 wreaths. Representative Coppinger and Leader Bank donated the wreaths and bows.
“As we got closer to Christmas, I was surprised to see that Centre Street did not have any decorations to celebrate the season. If we want to encourage people to shop locally, I believe we should have decorations to help draw residents to our own shopping districts,” said Representative Coppinger.
“I talked to many people who asked me why Centre Street did not reflect the Christmas season; so, I thought there was something we could do. Keith Barry was an incredible help and I could not have done it without him. He was able to secure a truck from Local 103 and was very generous in donating his time,” said Representative Coppinger.
“Anthony Castellano, a Catholic Memorial student and his father also helped us tie bows onto the wreaths. I think Anthony really reflects the kind of service to the community that CM strides to teach,” continued Representative Coppinger.
“I am very grateful to Leader Bank and Local 103 for their help in making this happen. The generosity of the many people who helped us and all the others who offered their assistance demonstrates the type of community that West Roxbury is,” concluded Representative Coppinger.
Mayor Menino Congratulates Winners of the “Deck the Windows of Boston Main Streets” Contest
December 21, 2011
Residents selected Top it Off in West Roxbury, Teranga in the South End, and Imperial Pizza in Brighton as favorite windows
Mayor Thomas M. Menino today awarded 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place to West Roxbury’s Top It Off, the South End’s Teranga, and Brighton’s Imperial Pizza, in the Mayor’s 2011 Deck the Windows of Boston Main Streets contest, a storefront decorating competition among 18 Boston Main Streets districts and more than 350 small businesses. The contest is part of Mayor Menino’s Holidays on Main Streets campaign, encouraging residents to celebrate the holiday season by shopping in their local business districts. The three-week-long contest began on December 1st, and garnered the attention of over 9000 voters during the public voting period, through which the winners were determined.
Businesses’ storefronts from East Boston to Hyde Park were enlivened by gleaming lights, glittering snowflakes, hanging ornaments, lit Christmas trees, and various other decorations, bringing a heightened level of holiday spirit to neighborhood shopping districts across the City.
“I want to congratulate the winners and all the businesses that participated in the Deck the Windows Contest. It is no secret, judging from the thousands of votes cast, that this contest really enlivens our neighborhood business districts during the holiday season,” said Mayor Menino. “We want residents to remember that our Main Street Districts have some of the most unique gifts and dining options in the City of Boston.”
The evening celebration took place at Top it Off a new small business that specializes in woman’s accessories, located on Spring Street in the West Roxbury Main Streets district, drew a large crowd of business owners, residents, and representatives from other districts from around the city. The winning window featured a fireplace, a decorated Christmas tree, and festive holiday lights that captured the attention of shoppers and local judges alike.
To learn more about the contest and view photos of the of the eighteen finalists’ festive windows, visit www.cityofboston.gov/mainstreets.
Friends of the Lyndon Business Breakfast
December 14, 2011
The Friends of the Lyndon, Inc. sponsored a business breakfast at the school’s auditorium in early December. Several students came in prior to school to present their famous American speeches and “Who Am I State projects” and the school leadership team Ms. Kate Tunney and Mr. Andre Ward gave a great presentation on the daily activities at Lyndon school. Event chair Jim Monahan told attendees that the Friends of the Lyndon is proud to coordinate the school’s Community Service program.
The breakfast gathering was attended by local business leaders and elected officials from the area including City Councilors Matt O’Malley, John Connolly, State Representative Ed Coppinger and members of Senator Mike Rush’s staff. Some of the local business leaders included John G Fitzgerald of ParkwayBoston Design & Apparel and Atlantic Associates Inc., Alan McKinnon of Gardens of Gethsemane, and Jennifer Dunham of Citizen’s Bank.
The Friends of the Lyndon is a non-profit 501 c 3 organization and it’s purpose goal is to raise funds and build partnerships to help enrich the educational experience of the Patrick Lyndon Pilot school students. The Lyndon is a K to 8 elementary school located on 20 Mount Vernon street in West Roxbury. For more information or to become a member of the Friends of the Lyndon please contact: The Friends of the Lyndon Atten. Charles Higgins, 20 Mt. Vernon Street, West Roxbury MA 02132
Roslindale Holiday Wander EVERY Thursday in December
December 1, 2011
Roslindale Main Streets Holiday Wander begins TONIGHT
Make a magical evening of your holiday shopping every Thursday in December. Thirty-one independent shops, restaurants and salons will open their doors, welcoming customers with personal gift advising and special events.
The Roslindale Bank of America Branch is proudly sponsoring gift wrapping each week during the holiday wander from 5—8pm. Bring your gifts for family and friends to be wrapped on location at 29 Corinth Street. In exchange, we’re asking for a small donation or an unwrapped gift for a child, from newborn to age fourteen. Roslindale Village Main Street is partnering with Family Nurturing Center, a non-profit dedicated to reducing child maltreatment and abuse, and promoting healthy families and communities, including Roslindale. For more information visit www.familynurturing.org.
Show your shopping bags for great deals during the wander every Thursday.
Birch Street Bistro – Free dessert with dinner
Café Rialto – $1 off any pizza or pasta dish
Jimmies Ice Cream Café – Dessert is on us! With every sandwich ordered, free ice cream cone filled with homemade ice cream from Richardson Farm. Meal specials each week!
Weekly Meal Deals: Read more
Councilor O’Malley’s December District Office Hours
November 23, 2011
Boston City Councilor Matt O’Malley holds his district office hours at different locations in Jamaica Plain and West Roxbury each month. Councilor O’Malley’s weekday district office hours will be held on Friday mornings between 8:00 and 9:00 a.m. His Saturday district office hours will be held from 10:00 to 11:00 a.m.
The December schedule is as follows:
- Friday, December 2 at JP Licks, 659 Centre Street in Jamaica Plain. Jamaica Plain liaison Val Frias will also attend.
- Friday, December 9 at Starbucks, 1810 Centre Street in West Roxbury. West Roxbury liaison Bill MacGregor will also attend.
- Friday, December 16 at Fiore’s Bakery, 55 South Street in Jamaica Plain. Jamaica Plain liaison Val Frias will also attend.
- Saturday, November 17 from 10:00 to 11:00 a.m. at El Oriental de Cuba, 416 Centre Street. Latino liaison Fernando Mercedes will also attend.
- Friday, December 23 at Anna’s Donuts, 2056 Centre St. in West Roxbury. West Roxbury liaison Bill MacGregor will also attend.
Councilor O’Malley’s City Hall office is open Monday through Friday from 9:00 a.m. until 5:00 p.m. To reach Councilor O’Malley’s Office call (617) 635-4220.
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