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Beware! Scams through the mail or online!

The below narrative was from a recent police report. There are many variations of this common scam. The FBI has a good website that posts simlar scams. http://www.fbi.gov/cyberinvest/escams.htm

You should always be suspicous of solicitation to online posts or unsolicited mail asking you cash a check and then wire money back.

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VICTIM STATES ON… Continue

Added by Sgt. Eric Krause on December 22, 2009 at 11:00am — No Comments

What are you grateful for?

Neighbors,

As we gather with family and friends over the next couple of days

let's reflect on all there is to be grateful for and how we can be of

service to each other.

At the moment, I'm grateful for the awesome posts people have been making on the network today. Seriously, where else can you learn about a holiday recipe for Tofurkey and see a home made video about Safety on the T uploaded by a Sgt Krause from our local police station?

Let's share… Continue

Added by Joseph Porcelli (Chief Neighbor) on November 24, 2009 at 6:30pm — 4 Comments

More crime. Let's organize!

Neighbors, over the last couple of weeks there have been a number of crimes committed in Jamaica Plain. The good news is that 911 was called and BPD was able to make some good arrests. Check out Captain Greland's posts - http://bit.ly/2g7DzK

The bad news is, crimes are still being committed. BPD has stepped up patrols in these areas but they need our help.

Here is the plan Captain Greland and Carolyn MacNeil from… Continue

Added by Joseph Porcelli (Chief Neighbor) on November 9, 2009 at 2:38pm — No Comments

Volunteers needed to help with Neighbors for Neighbors Boston Luanch on Saturday

Hey Neighbors,

As you've heard we are doing our Boston Launch this Saturday from 10:30 to 11:30 am at the new Milky Way, 284 Amory Street.

We need:

4 greeters - welcome and give nametags from 10:15 to 11:15

2 cleaneruppers - help wrap up 11:30 to 12:00

1 photographer

As many twitterers as possible.

To sign up, please join the Launch Planning Group and reply to the greeter or cleaner upper… Continue

Added by Joseph Porcelli (Chief Neighbor) on October 21, 2009 at 1:32pm — No Comments

Introducing JP Tweets

Do you tweet (use twitter.com) or are your curious about what's being tweeted?

Would you like to know what people are tweeting about Jamaica Plain, or want to know what the specials of the day are at your favorite restaurants?

Are you a Jamaica Plain business, organization, or residents that would like to get the word about your products, services, or projects?

If you answered yes to any of these questions check out… Continue

Added by Joseph Porcelli (Chief Neighbor) on September 10, 2009 at 2:30pm — 1 Comment

Video of what some neighbors had to say about Dominos

Neighbors,

On Saturday, I was trying out my new Nokia N96 (AWESOME) and filming what neighbors had to say about Domino's potentially opening up a store at 467 Centre where petal and leaf used to reside.

I interviewed folks I ran into. This in no way should be considered "a scientific study."

Note: There were two people I did speak with who were in favor of a… Continue

Added by Joseph Porcelli (Chief Neighbor) on August 3, 2009 at 12:53pm — No Comments

Go Joe Go! Give a buck or more to NFN for each pound I lose!

Neighbors,

As our networks around the city grow and other cities are expressing interest in working with us, I've got take better care of myself and raise money for Neighbors for neighbors. In light of this, I set two goals.

The first is to get in shape and lose 80 pounds by August 1, 2010 and the second is to raise $50,000 by the end of October 2009, and $50,000 for each quarter thereafter for Neighbors for Neighbors, Inc.

While we're… Continue

Added by Joseph Porcelli (Chief Neighbor) on July 30, 2009 at 12:30pm — No Comments

Join me for Building Communities Online and Offline on 8/6/2009

Neighbors,

Please join me Thursday August 6th at 6:30 PM as I will be a panelist at the New Prosperity Initiatives "Community Dialogue On Social Change" about "Building Communities Online and Offline."

The New Prosperity Initiative (NPi) will host a speakers panel and community dialogue, "Building Communities Online and Offline" on Thursday, August 6th, 2009. NPi dialogues are an opportunity to hear first-hand stories of community… Continue

Added by Joseph Porcelli (Chief Neighbor) on July 30, 2009 at 12:00pm — 1 Comment

Introducing the Work Zone group

Neighbors,

Did you recently loose your job? I did, and it's not pleasant - and sometimes it really sucks.

Fortunately for me, I've had a couple of friends who've "been-there done-that" and helped me craft my plan - but I still have questions and could use a little support.

Can you relate to this?

Would you prefer not to travel this journey alone?

Do you have knowledge to share and questions you'd like answers too?…

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Added by Joseph Porcelli (Chief Neighbor) on July 23, 2009 at 7:37pm — No Comments

We just hit 1200 members!!

Woo hoo!

Go Neighbors for Neighbors, Jamaica Plain, MA.

1200 members strong. AWESOME!

02130 rocks!

Added by Joseph Porcelli (Chief Neighbor) on July 14, 2009 at 5:24pm — No Comments

Cool video about Jamaica Plain

Enjoy!

Added by Joseph Porcelli (Chief Neighbor) on April 23, 2009 at 11:30pm — No Comments

Introducing Neighborhood Groups for Jamaica Plain, MA 02130

Meet your neighbors where you live and communicate about what is happening in YOUR neighborhood here in Jamaica Plain, MA, 02130.

Join your neighborhood group now! To join, click on the shaded area where you live and click on the link to join your neighborhood group!

Some suggestions on how to use the Neighborhood Groups:

1) Coordinate a street yard sale!

2) Organize a street or park clean up for Boston Shines!

3) Host a pot luck!

4) Report a… Continue

Added by Joseph Porcelli (Chief Neighbor) on April 9, 2009 at 3:00pm — No Comments

Launching Live.Work.Play. MA Website

Last year, Governor Patrick met with 20 young adults (ages 25-39) from across the Commonwealth to discuss their experiences in Massachusetts, including what they liked about the state and what made them consider leaving to make their home somewhere else. At the end, one participant suggested a website to promote young adult retention and to help the Governor communicate with this cohort- and the Governor agreed. As you will see in the video, the Governor is committed to keeping MA talent here… Continue

Added by Joseph Porcelli (Chief Neighbor) on April 9, 2009 at 11:40am — 1 Comment

Street Cleaning Starts TODAY!

The City's Neighborhood Street Cleaning Program runs from April 1 through November 30. In winter months, street cleaning is nighttime only; daytime cleaning and daytime parking restrictions are not in effect.

Enforcement for the seasonal program begins on April 1st. The overnight street cleaning program runs year round and parking restrictions are in effect throughout the year.

For more info and sign up for reminders go to - http://www.cityofboston.gov/publicworks/sweeping/

Added by Joseph Porcelli (Chief Neighbor) on April 1, 2009 at 8:42am — No Comments

2000+ attend The Milky Way/Bella Luna's FAREWELL + REBIRTH PARADE!!!

After fifteen years as an award-winning restaurant, entertainment complex and neighborhood institution in the Boston area, (raising some $500,000.00+ during their tenure for local charities and non-profits), Bella Luna Restaurant and The Milky Way Lounge officially bid farewell to its current location of 403-405 Centre Street in Jamaica Plain on March 21, 2009.

Here is a Kyte video feed from today's parade attended by more than 2000 people including Mayor Thomas M.… Continue

Added by Joseph Porcelli (Chief Neighbor) on March 22, 2009 at 3:31pm — No Comments

We Socialize. We Organize. We Make a Difference!

In the last 30 days over 130 of you have joined this network. Welcome and Thank you!

If you are wondering what we are all about, here's what I think best describes us: (leave a comment to let me know what you think).

Neighbors for Neighbors connects neighbors and keeps them connected by making it possible for them to successfully organize around their common interests and passions.

We encourage neighbors to build on the promise of hope and change, and… Continue

Added by Joseph Porcelli (Chief Neighbor) on March 5, 2009 at 11:30pm — No Comments

5 ways to make a difference right now

Neighbors,

HERE ARE FIVE WAY YOU CAN MAKE A DIFFERENCE NOW!

Number 1: Participate in the Neighbors for Neighbors Community Organizing Expo on Wed. March 11, 7 to 9 pm at the Milky Way.

Meet neighbors and local organizations that share your interests! Join an existing group or better yet, start your own!

RSVP here:… Continue

Added by Joseph Porcelli (Chief Neighbor) on February 25, 2009 at 5:30pm — No Comments

Vote for Joseph and The Mug Projects on Changents.com

Neighbors:

A couple of weeks ago I entered the The Mug Project in the "Pitch the city" make Beantown Greentown contest and The Mug Project was selected as one of the top ten contestants!!!

To win I need you help and support. Here is how you can help:

Please go to http://www.changents.com/change-agents/joseph-porcelli/story and join, and support me.

Here is what… Continue

Added by Joseph Porcelli (Chief Neighbor) on February 20, 2009 at 7:00pm — No Comments

600 Members and on our way!

Neighbors,

Over the last four years we struggled to find a suitable online organizing platform to meet our offline efforts here in Jamaica Plain. Good news is I think we've found it!

This evening our 600 member joined. Even more exciting is that many of your are actually using the network. You're creating and joining groups, participating in discussions, registering for the March 11 Expo, and connecting with friends to name a few.

We've worked really hard to get… Continue

Added by Joseph Porcelli (Chief Neighbor) on February 17, 2009 at 9:38pm — No Comments

NeighborsTV tour of COLLISION14:pov at Axiom Gallery in Jamaica Plain

Neighbors,

Check out the video tour I filmed for NeighborsTV of the recent show COLLISION14:pov at Axiom Gallery on Friday Feb 13.

For more information, visit www.axiomart.org or call… Continue

Added by Joseph Porcelli (Chief Neighbor) on February 15, 2009 at 5:06pm — No Comments