The ongoing battle that Florida Governor Ron DeSantis has been waging against the Walt Disney Company not only demonstrates what a petty, vindictive, and mean-spirited little man he is, but also illustrates the danger that an autocratic ruler poses to…
Month: May 2023
Letter to the Editor
Is Permanent Supported Housing the Best we can do? To the Editor, This week, the City of Boston announced new federal funding of $16.5 to be used in the war against homelessness. (Boston Globe, 5/4/23: “Mayor Wu announces $16.5 million…
Charlestown Little League 2023 Season Opener Parade
BPDA Hosts Another Public Meeting for One Mystic Ave
By Michael Coughlin Jr. On Monday, May 1, the Boston Planning and Development Agency (BPDA) held another meeting regarding the proposed One Mystic Avenue project – this time to discuss a draft Planned Development Area (PDA) Development Plan, which was…
Pan-Mass Challenge Kids Ride Set for June
By Michael Coughlin Jr. After a successful launch in the neighborhood last year, the Pan-Mass Challenge (PMC) Kids Ride is returning to Charlestown on Sunday, Jun. 4, from 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. at Paul Revere Park to raise money…
Parks and Recreation Summer Programs Now Online
Special to the Patriot-Bridge Looking for outdoor fun this summer? Check out the Boston Parks and Recreation Department’s complete schedule of free events and activities for all ages. Visit boston.gov/parks to learn more. You can select from a variety of…
Wu, Boston Fire Department Celebrate Inaugural Boston Fire Cadet Class
Mayor Michelle Wu last week announced members of the Boston Fire Department’s inaugural Boston Fire Cadet class. From 10 neighborhoods and communities, the first class of cadets represents Mayor Wu’s commitment to growing a workforce that represents the neighborhoods and…
DA Hayden Appoints Zabin As First Assistant District Attorney
Suffolk District Attorney Kevin Hayden today announced the appointment of Edmond J. Zabin as first assistant district attorney, a key legal and administrative position in the office. “Ed brings an unmatched depth of experience, institutional knowledge and professional achievement to…
Construction Update: North Washington Street Bridge Construction Look-Ahead Through May 13
The Construction Look-Ahead for the North Washington St. Bridge through May 13 is as follows: Scheduled Work • Installation of concrete deck placements • Installation of bridge deck formwork • Installation of electrical utility conduits on bridge structure • Installation…
Lane Closures Underway on Tobin Bridge
The Massachusetts Department of Transportation (MassDOT) announced it has implemented evening and overnight lane closures on the Tobin Bridge on Route 1 southbound on the upper deck’s left lane, from the Everett Avenue on-ramp to approximately the old toll plaza…