Boyle Heights’ Hollenbeck Park gets a forest of new trees
The planting by the LA Parks Foundation is intended to help alleviate pollution from the neighboring 5 freeway
Annual fireworks celebration in Boyle Heights cancelled
Police and area residents are reporting an increase in illegal displays in 2020
PERSPECTIVE: COVID-19 highlights why the conservation movement must support park equity
Pandemic and response highlight ongoing, systemic problems visible in neighborhoods like Boyle Heights
Concert and Fireworks show return to Hollenbeck Park on Saturday
Fireworks, free music, and a 'moon bounce' - the 10th Annual Boyle Heights Concert and Fireworks Show will celebrate Independence Day weekend on Satur... Read More...
Boyle Heights residents identify possible dog park location
Some Boyle Heights residents are pushing for a dog park. The East Sider is reporting that an active group of animal enthusiasts want to turn vacant la... Read More...
Boyle Heights shelter opens to accommodate homeless women
The Women's Shelter will officially open on Dec. 12 and will provide 15 beds to homeless women. Photo courtesy of Raquel Roman.
After 26 years of ... Read More...
From Boyle Heights to College: Former BHB youth reporters share experiences from their first semester away from home
David Galindo began his first semester at the University of Redlands this fall. Photo courtesy of David Galindo.
‘From Boyle Heights to College’ i... Read More...
Hidden cash craze comes to Boyle Heights
A crowd of scavenger hunters embarked on a search for hidden cash Sunday at Hollenbeck Park after a mystery benefactor announced its last stop in Los ... Read More...
Neighborhood leaders, residents push to curb pet waste problem in Boyle Heights
Residents walk their dogs at Hollenbeck Park. Photo by Rene Ayala
While many Boyle Heights residents may not think picking up after their pets is ... Read More...
Community Memorial Service for Lorenza Arellano, woman found dead in Hollenbeck Park lake
A Justice and Peace Community Memorial Service to honor Lorenza Arellano will take place on Friday, April 25 from 5p.m. to 7p.m. at Hollenbeck Park-... Read More...