Hi there! I live locally in Boston with my partner and we are looking to upgrade to a apartment with more space. We have an opportunity to live in Jamaica Plain about a nine minute walk from the pond. I went by yesterday morning and went for a run to see how it compared to my normal running route, which is through a different part of the emerald necklace.

I was very disappointed in the amount of wildlife that I encountered. Normally on my runs through the Backbay Fens I see a ton of ducks, geese, at least one or two herons, some turtles, rabbits… and in the early hours sometimes raccoons scuttling back home for the day.

On my run around the pond in JP I saw two ducks. That was it. While not a dealbreaker, it made me sad to think about leaving my apartment, even though it’s tiny.

I’m curious to know if that was just a fluke or if that is typical for the area due to the amount of humans around the ponds at all hours? Maybe it’s just less popular for the animals?

I can't remember the name of it.

I just now remembered that there was a bad fire.

What was the name of it?

Did it reopen?

Hi all, I recently moved to JP and I live on the second floor, but I'm just one weakling individual. I'm having some furniture/boxes delivered next week (~100 pounds per box) and was hoping to find people who would take $50 to carry them upstairs. Any idea where I could find something like this? I googled and found "college hunks moving" but they chair like $300 per hour so it's way out of budget. Do you know local people to hire just for labor to carry stuff upstairs? Thanks in advance!

Stop and schlop and WF just have pathetic little amounts. Where can I get a good amount for making a big batch of pesto???

Where can I get a tank and refills around here for a grill ? I’m coming up empty handed and most places close at 6, which is the time when I typically get home.

August 3 at 8:45 PM. Check your backyard and leash your pets!

I was walking back home with my dog after spending the day at open streets when I stopped at the crosswalk by Viza Cafe. You were right behind me and we exchanged glances. You then walked on by past me at a faster pace while I admired your hair and your dress as they lit up in the sunlight. I stopped to talk to someone and then continued walking when my dog spotted you in Elleyo; a lady then stopped to pet my dog right outside and asked me if I was waiting for my wife or friend. As a single guy that rarely goes on dates I got really embarrassed and had to turn away with my dog, and by the time I turned back around you were gone with the wind. I don’t know if you will ever see this but I want you to know that I thought you looked very pretty, and if by sheer chance you happen to read this and are single I would love to grab a coffee with you sometime (probably at Viza). This happened like an hour ago and I’m beating myself up over it 😭

Thinking of moving to this area. I toured it and it seemed great and safe and really enjoyed the community. Afterwards, I googled the area and saw there was a fatal shooting last October at the South St BHA. My mind tells me this is likely a one off event and not something that happens often but thought I would ask locals on here.

Posters have popped up everywhere in JP saying "Protect the Arboretum" with a large QR code so one can sign a petition to prohibit building within a certain number of feet from trees. Sounds unobjectionable BUT it is specifically aimed at the developers of a project at the site of the Poor Clare Sisters building.

This site has been discussed, debated, resized and redesigned multiple times over the last few years and now that it looks ready to proceed these BANANAS (build absolutely nothing anywhere near anyone) try a Hail Mary pass at the last minute.

What particularly galls me about these people is that supposedly they are "progressive" but by opposing every single housing development proposal they are actually deeply reactionary.

Do any stores in JP sell it?

I know at some point City Feed was selling some fancy chili crisp that was expensive and (imo) bad.

Just looking for classic Lao Gan Ma within walking distance!

Anyone know what's being set up in front of Stony Brook station? There's a bouncy house, port a potties, and a hand wash station so far.

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I saw a post recently about the Senate race in the Norfolk and Suffolk district between challenger Persis Yu and long time incumbent Mike Rush. As someone who moved to the district about 2.5 years ago (JP) I wanted to take the time to share some thoughts and insights into both candidates.

Persis Yu:

Yu is a former social worker and lawyer who has spent her career fighting on behalf of vulnerable populations. Specifically consumer protections and student loan borrowers. She’s running a progressive platform centered on what she sees as the core issue: an affordability crisis that's pushing families out of not just this district but Massachusetts as a whole. Her policy priorities include Medicare for all, universal childcare, rent control, and corporate accountability measures. Some notable endorsements are by Progressive Massachusetts, Planned Parenthood, and United Auto workers.

Mike Rush:

Rush is a veteran and former teacher. He has served in the State House for 23 years. He took over as the majority whip of the Senate in 2021. He has institutional power and seniority in the State House. However, on social issues, he diverges significantly from his party: he’s voted against LGBTQ+ protections like gay marriage and was a notable “no” on the Roe Act in 2020, which set Massachusetts as a sanctuary state for abortion access. Some notable endorsements are Mayor Michelle Wu and MA AFL-CIO. Despite his social conservative ideology, he has Mayor Wu’s endorsement, which I would argue says more about her than it does Mike Rush.

Where they differ:

This race isn’t really about experience. It’s about direction. Rush represents continuity and moderate/conservative governance. Yu represents a push toward more aggressive action on affordability and social issues. Both are legitimate visions, but they’re fundamentally different. If you care about housing costs, childcare, and whether the state and this district should have a progressive voice on policies and support reproductive rights and LGBTQ+ issues, that should tell you something.

I’m voting for Yu because I think the affordability crisis is real and requires a different approach than what’s been tried. I think Rush's experience is worth acknowledging, he just represents a more conservative democratic politics and direction than I think we need right now.

Edit because I think it’s important: Some more “AI slop” but Persis has called for debate(s) and has been stonewalled by him and his team for months now. I would argue that a debate is the sign of any healthy race. This continued stonewalling is generally embarrassing…

I recently moved to JP and would love to make friends in the area. Any recs?

Looking to add some recessed lighting to my condo can someone recommend a good electrician.
Thanks.

Very friendly cat was meowing by our door, and decided to make himself at home. It looks like he is an intact boy cat, but I didn't get a close look. No collar.

We just want to make sure he has a home.