Thanksgiving is a uniquely American holiday, tracing its roots back almost 400 years to the Pilgrims, long before there was even a thought of a United States of America. Thanksgiving is the ultimate family-centered holiday. It has no religious meaning,…
Author: Patriot-Bridge Staff
Enjoy the Holiday Safely
We would be remiss if we did not remind our readers to enjoy the holiday weekend, but to do so safely. And specifically, we really mean only one thing: Do not drink & drive, nor allow friends & family members…
Guest Op-Ed: The Spirit of Giving in Boston
By Mayor Martin J. Walsh Happy Thanksgiving, Boston! This is a special time to show gratitude for all the things and people that make our lives full. It’s a time for surrounding ourselves with loved ones (and watching football, of…
Townie Sports
CYHA Roundup •Squirt AAA Danny Chan’s second goal of the game, with 1:15 left, gave Charlestown a 4-2 victory over Arlington on Nov. 10 at home ice. The team beat Needham, tied Beverly and lost to Dorchester on the road last…
The Deep End
Harvest Fair
Charlestown Teacher Receives Funds From SONIC Drive-In
SONIC Drive-In concluded its annual Limeades for Learning Fall Voting campaign in support of public school teachers last month, and Charlestown teachers received funding to support their innovative and creative learning projects. In partnership with nonprofit DonorsChoose.org and with the help of SONIC…
CNC Precinct Elections – Cancelled
Please be advised that the CNC Precinct Elections scheduled for Nov. 23, 2019 are cancelled. In accordance with the CNC Bylaws, in instances where there is only one candidate for each precinct position, the Chair of the Election Committee will…
Good Shepherd School Celebrates 10th Anniversary
By Seth Daniel and Marianne Salza There can be no better endorsement for a pre-school than when the young students don’t want to leave. That’s what many parents have experienced over the last 10 years at the Good Shepherd School…
North Washington Street Bridge (Charlestown Bridge) Construction Look-Ahead:
Travel Impacts •N. Washington Street Inbound: Off-peak daytime lane reductions will continue across the bridge to Keany Square. One of two lanes and all turn movements will be available from 10 a.m.–2 p.m. on weekdays and overnight on 11/17, 11/18, 11/19,…