The Boston Public Schools (BPS) last week named NWEA as the vendor to administer the assessment for its three high schools that require an exam as one part of admissions criteria. The “examination schools,” Boston Latin Academy, Boston Latin School,…
Month: July 2020
Charlestown’s John Tobin elected vice president of USA Hockey
Charlestown attorney, John Tobin, has always been known for his long-time commitment to the local Charlestown Youth Hockey Association (CYHA), but late last month, he went national with his support of the game.“I’m honored to be elected,” he said. “I’m…
What a Blast: The Anchor venue in Navy Yard opened July 4
Last year it was torrential rains, and this year it was a pandemic, but The Anchor venue has persevered through both to find success in the Charlestown Navy Yard – finally getting approval to open its outdoor venue and beer…
As Wedding Plans Fell Apart, City Square Became One Couple’s Chapel
Slowly through March and April, wedding plans for Eric Tabb and Allie Ryan started to fall apart piece by piece. Detailed plans the Charlestown couple had made for their wedding at the Museum of Science became questionable, and finally were…
Real Estate Strong as New Property on Sullivan Square Hits the Market
Any worries that COVID-19 might stifle the real estate market and sales in Charlestown have been put aside when it comes to the newest property on the market in Sullivan Square – a 22-unit condo building at 610 Rutherford Ave.…
Charlestown National Parks Look to Coordinated Opening on Aug. 7
The National Parks of Boston are proceeding cautiously in regards to re-opening their facilities – which can officially open under the state’s plan on July 13 – and will likely not open their Charlestown facilities in the Navy Yard and…
Markey and Kennedy Answer Questions Posed by Inmates in Socially Distanced Forum
On July 7, the Suffolk County Sheriff’s Department held a Senate Forum with Senator Ed Markey and Congressman Joe Kennedy III, candidates for the US Senate in this year’s election. The forum, which was moderated by Suffolk County Sheriff Steven…
The Stock Market Does Not Represent the U.S. Economy
We don’t pretend to be experts either in the stock market or the economy in general. However, as Bob Dylan put it, “You don’t need a weatherman to know which way the wind blows,” and similarly, the average American doesn’t…
Charlestown Little League to Throw Out the First Pitch July 13
At long last, the American pastime can come to pass in Charlestown as the Little League plans its amended season’s start on Monday, July 13 at Ryan Field. Phase 3 of the state’s re-opening plan allowed for youth sports with…