Boston Zoning Board Denies Mixed-Use Cannabis Dispensary Proposal Amid Community Concerns

Overview: The Boston Zoning Board of Appeals meeting, conducted remotely via Zoom, saw significant discourse primarily focusing on the denial of a proposal to integrate a cannabis dispensary within an existing convenience store. This decision was reached amid community concerns and a divided board.

Violence and Alcohol Service Practices at TD Garden Dominate Boston Licensing Board Meeting

Overview: At a recent Boston Licensing Board meeting, discussions primarily focused on an altercation at TD Garden during a Bruins game, where a patron was allegedly pushed down a flight of stairs. This incident raised significant questions about the service of alcohol to intoxicated individuals and the adequacy of staff training in recognizing signs of impairment. Additional attention was given to other incidents of violence and potential over-serving of alcohol at various establishments across Boston.

Boston City Council Debates Road Safety, Policing, and Body Camera Policies at Lengthy Meeting

Overview: In a multifaceted Boston City Council meeting held on April 7, 2026, councilors tackled issues ranging from the regulation of mopeds and e-bikes used by delivery drivers to the protocols surrounding the release of Boston Police Department body camera footage.

Boston Planning Board Reviews Roxbury Redevelopment and Design Enhancements Across the City

Overview: The Boston Planning and Development Board meeting largely revolved around the discussion of major redevelopment projects, focusing on the proposed transformation of a former hospital site in Roxbury into a residential complex, alongside updates on other significant projects such as Longwood Place Phase One and West End Library.

Boston City Council Considers Naming Chinatown Plaza in Honor of Tony Lee

Overview: At a recent Boston City Council meeting, discussions centered on a proposal to dedicate a new open space at Phillips Square as “Tony Lee Plaza” in honor of Tony Lee, a prominent figure in Boston’s Chinatown community. The council and community members emphasized the importance of this dedication as a step toward recognizing Lee’s contributions to urban planning and his advocacy for the Chinatown community, as well as addressing the neighborhood’s need for improved public spaces.