The first Space Force commissioning ceremony aboard USS Constitution occurred Feb. 4, formally transferring an Air Force captain into the Space Force. The Space Force is a military service that organizes, trains, and equips space forces in order to protect…
Author: Patriot-Bridge Staff
Stories from the Shipyard: US Mason
By Mike Manning – Chair, Friends of the Boston Harborwalk The USS Mason, an Evarts-class destroyer escort, was ordered by the US Navy in early 1943. Her keel was laid down on October 14. Mason was launched off Boston Navy…
Quinn Scholarship applications available, due on April 15
The Michael P. Quinn Scholarship applications are now available and due on April 15. All qualifying applicants are encouraged to apply by the deadline. The below requirements must be met, to apply for the 2021 Michael P Quinn Scholarship: •Must…
CNC Corner
The Charlestown Neighborhood Council will hold a virtual public meeting on Tuesday March 2 at 7pm. The agenda includes a presentation by the BPDA on development in Charlestown and an update on the open spaces around the Little Mystic Channel.…
Ambroz named as new Boys & Girls Club of Boston president
Boys & Girls Clubs of Boston (BGBC) has named David Ambroz its new Nicholas President and CEO. Succeeding Josh Kraft as the third executive to hold the position, and 15th professional leader in the organization’s 128-year history, Ambroz will lead…
Edwards Announces re-election bid
Councilor Lydia Edwards has announced she will be seeking re-election in the fall to the District One seat. “I’m humbly re-submitting my application for employment as city councilor to the residents of District One,” said Councilor Edwards. “Representing them for…
Consultants selected to to develop Boston’s Urban Forest Plan
Martin J. Walsh and Boston Parks and Recreation Commissioner Ryan Woods on Friday announced two consultants have been selected to develop Boston’s Urban Forest Plan. Boston landscape architecture firm Stoss Landscape Urbanism and forestry consultant Urban Canopy Works have been…
Walsh announces scholarships seeking to diversify Boston EMS
Building on a commitment to promote diversity and inclusion among the ranks of Boston Emergency Medical Services (EMS), Mayor Martin J. Walsh and Boston EMS Chief James Hooley last Friday announced new paramedic certification scholarships for current EMS members. Coordinated…
AgeStrong Commission looking to get older residents vaccinated in Charlestown
The Age Strong Commission is working to get older residents vaccinated by helping them navigate their options and get access to vaccines. The Commission is looking for help identifying people age 75 and over who want the vaccine. Right now we are able to…
Police Briefs 02-18-2021
Charlestown Beat Break and Entering – Motor Vehicle 02/08/2021 – Officers spoke to the victim, who stated he parked his motor vehicle on the third level of the parking garage at 30 Caldwell St. at around 9:52 a.m. on Feb.…