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A train at the Yawkey MBTA commuter rail station. The station, which is located near Fenway Park, will be renamed Lansdowne Station on April 8. WIKIMEDIA COMMONS

Yawkey Station to be renamed Lansdowne Station

Nyah Jordan April 1, 2019
Yawkey Station, the MBTA commuter rail stop near Fenway Park, is undergoing a name change to Lansdowne Station.
In April, the Boston Public Improvement Commission voted to revert Yawkey Way back to its original name, Jersey Street. PHOTO BY MAISIE MANSFIELD-GREENWALD/DAILY FREE PRESS STAFF

Ongoing issues in Boston will continue to shape the city

Haley Lerner June 5, 2018
Boston is a lively city, well-equipped to serve businesses, students and residents. In a city so full of life, there are some especially pertinent topics that may pop up in scholarly discussions or casual conversations. Here’s a brief rundown of some current hot topic issues to know about in Boston.
The Yawkey Way street sign by Fenway Park. The street name was officially changed to its original name, Jersey Street, on Monday. PHOTO BY RACHEL SHARPLES/DAILY FREE PRESS STAFF

Residents disagree on Yawkey Way name change

Daily Free Press Staff April 30, 2018
The Boston Public Improvement Commission unanimously voted Thursday to change the name of Yawkey Way next to Fenway Park back to its original name, Jersey Street. Residents of the Greater Boston area had conflicting opinions on the name change, some in favor and some strongly opposed to the change.
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