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JPNC Committee Backs Mangu Bistro Alcohol License

September 11, 2026

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JPNC Committee Backs Mangu Dominican Bistro Alcohol License

The Jamaica Plain Neighborhood Council's Public Service Committee voted 4-2-1 to support an all-alcohol license for Mangú Dominican Bistro at 264 Hyde Park Avenue, along with extended hours until midnight Thursdays through Sundays. The request now moves to the full JPNC and eventually the Boston Licensing Board.

Jamaica Plain Gazette

State House Holds 25th Anniversary 9/11 Commemoration

The Commonwealth's official commemoration today includes remarks, the Amy Sweeney Award, and Boston Symphony Orchestra performance.

Massachusetts Legislature

Plea Deal Stalls for Officer in JP Illegal Nightclub Case

A plea agreement for a Boston Police officer accused of running an illicit JP nightclub stalled Wednesday; trial set for Sept 28.

Boston 25 News

Midway Café Stages 'Hippie Hour' Live Jam Band Showcase

Tonight at 6:30 PM, Midway Café hosts live jam band covers for 'Hippie Hour.'

Outgoing

One Bead Secures $150K Cummings Foundation Grant

The education nonprofit receives a three-year, $150,000 grant to expand middle-grade academic and career planning in Boston Public Schools.

Jamaica Plain Gazette

City of Boston Adopts Small Clean Energy Infrastructure Zoning

The Zoning Commission approved new rules for small clean energy projects to comply with the state climate act.

City of Boston

City Back-to-School Styling Program Concludes Across Boston

Final day for free and low-cost back-to-school haircuts at participating barbershops and salons in Jamaica Plain, Roxbury, and Dorchester.

WBUR

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