44-Unit Building Proposed on South Huntington

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44-Unit Residential Building Proposed for South Huntington Ave

JPlain Development LLC has filed plans with Boston's Planning Department to demolish the one-story commercial building at 408 South Huntington Ave. and replace it with a five-story building holding 44 studio, one-, two-, and three-bedroom rental apartments. Eight units would be income-restricted under inclusionary zoning, and four ground-floor artist dwelling units would have direct street access, alongside bicycle storage, a shared roof deck, a dog run, and 10 screened surface parking spaces at the rear. A virtual public meeting was held August 3, and the comment period on the proposal remains open through August 17, 2026.

Jamaica Plain News

JP Branch Library to Hold Ice Cream Social & Pop-Up Book Sale

The Jamaica Plain Branch Library hosts a free Ice Cream Social and Pop-Up Book Sale Saturday from 1 to 3 p.m., with J.P. Licks ice cream and a suggested $2 donation for the Friends of the Library.

Jamaica Plain News

Palestinian Cafe Under Construction in JP's Hyde Square

Bethlehem Cafe, an all-day Palestinian and Middle Eastern eatery, is under construction on Centre Street in Hyde Square; no opening date has been set.

What Now Boston

GrowBoston Launches Free Raised Bed Program for Urban Agriculture

The City's Office of Urban Agriculture and Office of Food Justice will build free raised garden beds for low-income residents and organizations, paired with agricultural ambassador support.

City of Boston

Jamaica Plain Man Arrested in Roxbury Shooting

Boston Police arrested 20-year-old Aahmonyea Platt of Jamaica Plain near his home on Minden Street in connection with a July 5 shooting in Roxbury.

The Dorchester Post

JP Resident Pleads Guilty in Cross-State Drug Ring

Jose Cordero Ortiz, 40, of Jamaica Plain, pleaded guilty in federal court to conspiracy to distribute cocaine and fentanyl as part of a New Hampshire-based drug trafficking operation.

Department of Justice

JP Abutters Weigh 130 Minden Street Renovations

A virtual Jamaica Plain abutters meeting will review proposed work at 130 Minden Street, including a third-floor dormer and bathroom, deck repairs, HVAC, plumbing, and structural work.

Boston.gov

JP Library Hosts Drop-In Notary Hours Today

The Jamaica Plain Branch Library offers free drop-in notary service today from 4 to 5:30 p.m.; no appointment needed.

Boston Public Library

Dine Out Boston Continues With JP's The Haven Joining

Dine Out Boston runs through August 15 with nearly 200 restaurants, including Jamaica Plain's The Haven among the first-time participants.

Jamaica Plain Gazette

Boston Landmarks Orchestra Marks 25 Years With Free Esplanade Concert

The Boston Landmarks Orchestra performs a free symphonic concert tonight at 7 p.m. at the DCR Hatch Memorial Shell, marking 25 years; residents can bring chairs and picnics.

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