Daily brief · Jamaica Plain, Boston, MA
BPD seeks suspect in Roxbury kidnapping, car theft
September 15, 2026
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BPD alert after kidnapping and car theft in Roxbury
Boston Police detectives are asking for help identifying a suspect in a kidnapping and motor vehicle larceny reported Saturday at 9:16 PM near Crawford and Warren streets. The suspect allegedly stole a vehicle with a child in the backseat; both the vehicle and the child were found safely at Draper Street and 1 Bentham Street. Police ask anyone with information to contact District B-2 detectives or submit anonymous tips through CrimeStoppers.
Boston Police Department
Community Meditation Circle at JP Branch Library
The Jamaica Plain Branch of the Boston Public Library hosts a Community Meditation Circle on Tuesday, September 15, 2026, from 4:30 PM to 5:30 PM, centering Queer, Trans, and BIPOC authors and silent practice.
Boston Public Library
Baby Story Time at JP Branch Library
The Jamaica Plain Branch Library hosts its weekly Baby Story Time on Tuesday, September 15, 2026, from 10:30 AM to 11:15 AM, featuring stories, singing, and parachute games for infants and toddlers.
Boston Public Library
City Council hearing evaluates BPS HVAC upgrades
The Boston City Council Committee on Education holds a virtual public hearing on Tuesday, September 15, 2026, at 10:30 AM to evaluate HVAC and ventilation upgrades in district school facilities.
City of Boston
Mexican Flag Raising marks Independence Day at City Hall Plaza
The City of Boston hosts an official Mexican Flag Raising and Cultural Event on Tuesday, September 15, 2026, from 12:00 PM to 1:08 PM for Mexican Independence Day.
City of Boston
Boston Civic Design Commission reviews Charlestown project
The Boston Civic Design Commission's Public Design Subcommittee meets virtually on Tuesday, September 15, 2026, at 5:00 PM to review plans for 25 Supertest and Hood Green in Charlestown.
City of Boston
UP Academy Charter School board holds virtual public meeting
The UP Academy Charter School Board of Trustees meets virtually on Tuesday, September 15, 2026, from 9:30 AM to 11:00 AM to review school updates and receive public testimony.
City of Boston
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