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Posts tagged as “Ashli Molina”

Help Could Be on the Way for Seniors With Skyrocketing Property Taxes

Finally, there’s good news for seniors who own their own homes and want to stay in JP. On Tuesday, Mayor Marty Walsh signed a “home rule petition” to give tax deferrals to long-term home owners. It could be part of a solution for some in the battle against rising property costs.

Latina Entrepreneurs Aim to Thrive as Hyde Square Changes

Damaris Pimentel, owner of Ultra Beauty Salon, colors Rose Moorachian's hair. November 2014.

Damaris Pimentel, owner of Ultra Beauty Salon, colors Rose Moorachian’s hair. November 2014. Credit: Esther Ro

Running a small business is no easy task. Just ask longtime Jamaica Plain entrepreneurs Damaris Pimentel and Patria Valenzuela.

The two business pioneers face the challenge of thriving in the midst of a gentrifying neighborhood.

Biz Owner Says Deal Will Help Families Beyond Egleston Itself

Santo Ramírez, one of the store owners being evicted from City Realty property on Washington Street, shakes hands with supporters during a rally on Sept. 16, 2014.
Santo Ramírez, one of the store owners being evicted from City Realty property on Washington Street, shakes hands with supporters during a rally on Sept. 16, 2014.

An Egleston Square business owner facing eviction said a tentative deal allowing him and five other entrepreneurs to stay would send a ripple of positive effects beyond Jamaica Plain and Roxbury.

‘Ain’t No One Can Afford This’ — Video Project Debuts at Lantern Parade

Santo Anibal Ramirez, owner of Anibal Color Studio, talking about closing his business due to the rise in rent. Credit: “Ain’t No One Can Afford This”

People pour their sweat and souls into things they believe are worth their time. Helen “Homefries” Matthews, a Jamaica Plain resident of 13 years, dedicates her time to “Ain’t No One Can Afford This,” a public video project that will share the stories of JP residents and business owners who have been or are being priced out.