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Residential Breaking and Entering

The Hyde Square area has been impacted by a spike in residential breaking and entering. We have increased day time patrols in that area. We have also reviewed the method of entry in each case. About 50% of the B&E's were committed through unlocked windows. The weather has been hot, but please try to remember to secure your windows when leaving for the day. Good neighbors are a great deterence to this type of crime. Call 911 to report suspicious persons. Below are some general…

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Added by Sgt. Eric Krause on June 7, 2010 at 2:30pm — No Comments

SHOW YOU CARE: Leave your condolences for family and friends of Jaewon Martin

On Saturday, May 8, 2010, Jaewon Martin, a 14 year old honor roll student from Roxbury set to graduate from the eighth grade was shot while playing basketball on… Continue

Added by Joseph Porcelli (Chief Neighbor) on May 13, 2010 at 4:30pm — 63 Comments

Boston Shines April 24th 2010!!

Hello Jamaica Plain!

Boston Shines is April 24th!

The City will provide tools, trash bags, and trash pick up to anyone willing to…

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Added by Colleen Keller on April 6, 2010 at 3:07pm — No Comments

JP Branch Library In Danger of Closing

FYI, it looks like the BPL will go forward and close 8-10 library branches and many people think that the JP branch at Sedgwick is in danger of being one of the branches that is closed. There is apparently a petition available at the JP library, but it's also important to contact your local representatives if you're interested in keeping an important part of JP.…

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Added by Eric on March 4, 2010 at 2:16pm — 5 Comments

New Forum Category: Volunteers Needed/Wanted

Neighbors,

We've just created a new category called Volunteers Needed/Wanted.

Please use this Forum Category to share volunteer opportunities and your intentions to volunteer.

Enjoy!

Added by Joseph Porcelli (Chief Neighbor) on February 16, 2010 at 11:30am — No Comments

Two arrested for Robbery

At about 5:05pm, on Sunday, February 14, 2010, officers from Area E-13 (Jamaica Plain) were on patrol in the area of 1870 Columbus Ave when a Boston Firefighter exited the firehouse in order to wave the officers down. When the officers came to a stop, the firefighter informed them that an individual, who had been mugged, entered the firehouse after being attacked. Officers spoke to the victim who stated that he was walking along Columbus Ave when two black males approached…

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Added by Captain John Greland on February 16, 2010 at 3:19pm — No Comments

Notes from BPD Community Safety Meeting on 2/16 - Let's discuss!

In Attendance:

From BPD: Commissioner Davis, Captain Greeland, Lt. Cruz, Sgt. Krause, Carolyn MacNiel (Neighborhood Watch) plus other personel

From the Sheriffs Office: Sheriff Cabral

From MBTA Police: Lt. Shea

From the State: Representative Malia

From City…

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Added by Joseph Porcelli (Chief Neighbor) on February 17, 2010 at 9:30am — 2 Comments

A Con that's happening in JP | "Can you help pay for my car to be towed?"

I have been approached 3 times now by a well-dressed African American woman asking me for money to help her pay for a tow truck because her car broke-down. Each time she claimed that her car was a few blocks away and that she left her little kids in the car. The first time I was approached by her on Centre street across from one of the gas stations. She asked for a specific amount of money,…

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Added by Mimi Kantor on February 17, 2010 at 3:30pm — 13 Comments

MANY MANY MEETINGS IN JAMAICA PLAIN this week and next

MANY MANY MEETINGS IN JAMAICA PLAIN in the next two weeks regarding Jackson Square, Centre and South Street, the 39 Bus, and Forest Hills Redevelopment! Please spread the word to your neighbors!

JANUARY 26TH JP NEIGHBORHOOD COUNCIL

The Jackson Square Partners will be at the next Jamaica Plain Neighborhood Council meeting on January 26th at 7 PM at Curtis Hall to discuss the infrastructure work planned for Centre Street and Columbus Avenue. If you have more… Continue

Added by Colleen Keller on January 22, 2010 at 4:01pm — No Comments

Neighborhood Zone Group Monitors Needed!

Neighbors,

There are 11 critical roles that need to be filled on this network. They are the roles of the Neighborhood Zone Group Monitors!

A Neighborhood Zone Group Monitor performs the following:

1. Monitors the CrimeReports tool embeded in each of the 11 Zone Groups and posts new discussions as crimes are reported. Each time a discussion is posted, members of the group… Continue

Added by Joseph Porcelli (Chief Neighbor) on January 11, 2010 at 2:48pm — No Comments

REMINDER: When to add a Blog, Forum Discussion, Group, and Event.

Neighbors,

Please take a second to familiarize yourself with which features to use when.

Below is a breakdown of features in a nifty presentation and in detail below:

BLOGS:

Blogs are where you share your ideas, interests, concerns and information about the neighborhood and yourself with the entire community.

Good Examples:

- Captain Greland's…

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Added by Joseph Porcelli (Chief Neighbor) on April 5, 2010 at 10:34am — No Comments

BPD Neighborhood Watch here to support you!

I wanted to let you know that we are an additional resource for your safety and security efforts in Jamaica Plain. We work closely with the E-13 community service office and our mission is to develop and maintain Neighborhood Watch groups in every neighborhood in the city of Boston. Our goal is to provide you with the necessary skills and tools to act as an organized, empowered unit that works with the police to deter crime and reduce fear. Call the Neighborhood Watch Unit at 617-343-4345 for… Continue

Added by Carolyn MacNeil on September 30, 2009 at 10:56am — 1 Comment

Snow Guidelines: Check on Edlerly!

Neighbors,

It's gonna snow - and a bunch too.

Here are some guidelines.

* Move cars from main arterials during snow emergencies. A listing of main arterials can be found at: www.cityofboston.gov/snow/parking/asp. There is also a map on the main page of this site.

* Do not park cars within 20 feet of an… Continue

Added by Joseph Porcelli (Chief Neighbor) on December 19, 2009 at 11:09am — No Comments

Holiday Tips From the BPD

HOLIDAY TIPS FROM THE BPD

The holiday season is an exciting and busy time for many. The Boston Police would like to take this opportunity to remind individuals to be alert to your surroundings and use common sense. A complete guide to BPD holiday safety tips is also available at this site. Following a few simple safety precautions will ensure that you and yours enjoy a safe and happy holiday season.

• If You Are Traveling•

Get an automatic timer for your lights.

Ask a… Continue

Added by Captain John Greland on December 11, 2009 at 10:53am — 1 Comment

New Policy: Approving new members

Neighbors,

This morning, like every morning, I checked the network. What I saw was 10 new members, each of them spammers. They posted blogs to random sites trying to sell us crap.

To help stop this, I changed the settings so each new member will need to be approved. This will take more time, but I think it's worth it to uphold the integrity and relevance of content that is shared here on NFN JP.

Joseph

Added by Joseph Porcelli (Chief Neighbor) on December 1, 2009 at 8:08am — 4 Comments

Soup's On This Friday - Soup Makers Needed!

Come to our founder Joe Porcelli's house to meet neighbors and make soup! Please bring your soup recipes, ingredients, large pots, and a container to take home some yummy soup.

RSVP here today!

http://www.flickr.com/photos/stevendepolo/ /…

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Added by Karen Zgoda on November 11, 2009 at 5:01pm — No Comments

Bella Luna Restaurant & Milky Way Lounge Nominated for 4 "Dig This Awards" by Weekly Dig - We need your vote!

Hi Bella Luna and Milky Way Fans-

We are nominated in four categories for the Weekly Dig’s annual Dig This Awards, and we'd love to get your vote! We are nominated for:

Best Bar Menu

Best Wednesday Night (Work)

Best Saturday Night (Recess)

Best Neighborhood Spot Jamaica Plain!

Here’s the link to vote:

http://www.weeklydig.com/digthis2009

Free free to share this with your… Continue

Added by Carol Downs on October 21, 2009 at 1:54pm — 1 Comment

Lovely Lanterns at City Feed

Hi City Folk,

We know you are so excited for the upcoming LANTERN PARADE next Sunday, Oct. 24! We are, too. It's just another one of the wonderful neighborhood events that makes JP so special. You have to hand it to Spontaneous Celebrations!!

City Feed and Supply has ready-made lanterns. Come on by and pick yours up today. All donations will go to Spontaneous Celebrations. Or, if you're more the crafty type you can make your own at these… Continue

Added by City Feed and Supply on October 14, 2009 at 11:30am — No Comments

Robbery at 8 Mark Street on 9/26/2009

BOSTON POLICE SEEK PUBLIC’S HELP IN THEIR EFFORTS TO IDENTIFY SUSPECT WANTED IN CONNECTION WITH JAMAICA PLAIN ROBBERY

At about 12:55pm, on Saturday, September 26, 2009, officers from Area E-13 (Jamaica Plain) responded to a radio call for an Assault & Battery in progress at 8 Mark Street in Jamaica Plain. On arrival, officers spoke to the victim who stated that she was walking home when an individual (described as a black Hispanic, about 5’5” in height, short black hair, slim… Continue

Added by Captain John Greland on September 28, 2009 at 2:00pm — 1 Comment

Crime and Safety Alert Next Steps!

Neighbors,

Thanks for the awesome response to my email and blog post yesterday! Since the rash incidents, no one else has been robbed - let's keep this up!

Here are our next steps:

1) Let's do the Safe Walk program again. SafeWalk entails passing out information to our neighbors on our streets, at local businesses, and at our T-stops and bus stops to warn them about what's happening. To sign up to flyer your street and local businesses or your T-stop or bus stop… Continue

Added by Joseph Porcelli (Chief Neighbor) on September 24, 2009 at 11:30am — 1 Comment