Representative Pressley Earns High Marks on Environmental Scorecard To the Editor, On February 26, the League of Conservation Voters (LCV) released the 2024 National Environmental Scorecard, with Congresswoman Ayanna Pressley, earning a 91% A rating. Our senators, Elizabeth Warren and…
Month: March 2025
The Chestnuts: Community and Conversation for Women over 50
Story & Photos by Marianne Salza Committing oneself to pause and savor a cup of coffee is a practice of self-care. Cobblestones owner, Jennifer Gallagher, starts each day with the intention of adhering to this morning ritual: drinking coffee prepared…
Coletta Zapata Seeks to Reform the ZBA
Special to the Regional Review 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…
Summer Brings Unique Options for Local Kids
Staff Report Even though the official start of spring doesn’t arrive for another two weeks, it’s already time for parents to look past the current school year and begin considering summer alternatives for their children. Boston-area kids can choose from…
Sen. DiDomenico Hosts Annual DiDomenico Foundation St. Patrick’s Day Kick-Off Roast on March 7
Special to the Patriot-Bridge The top elected officials in Massachusetts will join host State Senator Sal DiDomenico at the head table for the Annual DiDomenico Foundation St. Patrick’s Day Celebration and Roast on Friday, March 7 beginning at 6:30pm at…
Lynch Virtual Town Hall Discussed Current Situation in Washington, D.C. Politics
Special to the Patriot-Bridge On Monday night, U.S. Congressman Stephen Lynch of District 8 held a virtual town hall via both Zoom and YouTube that provided an opportunity for listeners to submit questions, which Lynch fielded live. The more than…
Coletta Zapata Announces Community Budget Town Halls
Special to the Special to the Patriot-Bridge Boston City Councilor Gabriela Coletta Zapata is hosting a series of Budget Town Halls across District One to engage directly with residents and gather input on budget priorities ahead of the City Council’s…
MBTA Gears up for South Boston’s Annual St. Patrick’s Day Parade Celebration
Special to the Patriot-Bridge The MBTA is preparing for the annual St. Patrick’s Day parade and festivities in South Boston on Sunday, March 16, 2025. With nearly a million people expected to attend the parade, the MBTA is implementing several…
Coletta Zapata Holds hearing on Road Safety Ordinance Regarding Food Delivery Apps
Special to the Patriot-Bridge Boston City Councilor Gabriela Coletta Zapata (District 1) recently held a hearing as Chair of the Government Operations Committee to review a road safety ordinance that would require food delivery apps to obtain a permit to…
Beacon Hill Village and Cindy Sullivan Fitness Team up to Offer Annual “Spring into Aging” Free Fitness Week
Special to the Patriot-Bridge Spring is almost here, and so is Fitness Week for our active agers! Each year, Beacon Hill Village (BHV) and Cindy Sullivan of Cindy Sullivan Fitness partner to offer a full week of free fitness classes…