Chinatown’s existence not threatened by luxury housing development

Beyond the three-storey row houses of Chinatown rise luxury condo towers. New complexes such as Archstone, the Kensington and 120 Kingston Place — the former site of the Dainty Dot Hosiery factory — loom mere steps from public housing. For some Chinatown residents, they fear these developments will drive up property values so steeply that Chinatown will disappear, like the Syrian and Irish immigrants who came before.

Chinatown Safety Committee reviews local crime

The Chinatown Safety Committee met May 1 at the Doubletree Hotel.
The committee supported a temporary permit extension for a parking lot at 85 Essex Street, near the Chau Chow City restaurant. The parking lot is managed by Hamilton Realty and the extension is for three years. Hamilton will go before the Chinatown/South Cove Neighborhood Council fot its support on May 16.

Boston Asian YES teens strive to reduce underage drinking in Chinatown

Underage drinking is a common and alcohol is easy to come by, according to a survey conducted by Chinatown agency Boston Asian Youth Essential Service. It is taking action to combat this behavior through awareness and involvement with community businesses.

Chinese Women’s Association celebrates female empowerment

The Chinese Women’s Association of New England held its annual event “To Pay Tribute to Our Parents” on May 4 at the China Pearl restaurant.

Chinatown crime blotter April 12 to May 9

Crime report for Chinatown

Chinatown crime blotter March 15 to April 11

Crime report for Chinatown