The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service is reopening the public comment period for a proposed rule to list the monarch butterfly as a threatened species under the Endangered Species Act. The proposed rule includes species-specific protections and flexibilities to encourage…
Month: March 2025
The MBTA Announced Service Changes for April on Several Lines
Special to the Times Riders can find more information on service changes through in-station signage, in-station public announcements, and at mbta.com/alerts. Transit Ambassadors and MBTA staff will be available on-site to offer information and assistance during these service changes. Riders…
Vaccines are Safe — and They are Essential
The recent outbreak of a measles epidemic in areas of west Texas and New Mexico (where the measles vaccination rate is far below the national average) should serve as a warning to all Americans that vaccinations against measles and other…
Once Again, Logan was a Breeze
We wish to take a moment to mention that our recent travels through Logan Airport, as always, were a breeze. Unlike the days before 9/11, air travel has become a dreaded experience for everyone. The requirements of security protocols are…
Guest Op-Ed: “En Es-pa-ñol:” Trump’s Executive Order on English undermines Civil Rights
By Adilson González Morales Whenever I talk to friends and colleagues about their experiences learning Spanish, French, or another language, you’d think they all went to the same school. Most people know the story – your bladder is about to…
St. Patrick’s Day Luncheon at the Knights of Columbus Hall
The Annual St. Patrick’s Day luncheon the at Knights Of Columbus Hall happened on the Friday before the beloved Irish holiday. Hosted by Boston City Councilor Gabriela and Massachusetts State Rep Dan Ryan.
Coletta Zapata Seeks to Reform the ZBA
Special to the Patriot-Bridge Boston City Councilor Gabriela Coletta Zapata (District 1) proposed a home rule petition to modernize and reform the Zoning Board of Appeal (ZBA) in Boston. This legislation aims to improve transparency, representation, and accountability within the…
DiDomenico is Re-appointed as Senate Assistant Majority Leader
Special to the Patriot-Bridge The Senate President recently re-appointed Senator Sal DiDomenico to her leadership team as Assistant Majority Leader for the 2025-2026 Legislative Session. This will mark the fourth consecutive legislative session that DiDomenico will serve in that leadership…
Wu and BUSP Announce White Stadium Advisory Group
Special to the Patriot-Bridge Last week, Mayor Michelle Wu, the City of Boston’s Office of Economic Opportunity and Inclusion, and Boston Unity Soccer Partners (BUSP) announced the formation of the White Stadium Supplier Diversity Advisory Group. This coalition of community…
Wu Sppoints Dr. Elsie Taveras to the Role of Chair of the Boston Board of Health
Special to the Patriot-Bridge Mayor Michelle Wu has appointed Dr. Elsie Taveras as the new chairperson of the Boston Board of Health and appointed Stan McLaren to fill the Board’s open seat. Dr. Taveras steps into her new role after…