For those of us of Irish descent, whose great-grandparents came to this country at the turn of the 20th century with not much more than the clothes on their backs, whose grandfathers served in WWI, and whose fathers and uncles…
Author: Patriot-Bridge Staff
Sen. DiDomenico’s St. Patrick’s Day Celebration a Huge Success
Special to the Patriot-Bridge The annual DiDomenico Foundation St. Patrick’s Day event hosted by Sen. Sal DiDomenico has become one of the most anticipated events of the year and this year did not disappoint. Over 500 people attended the St.…
BPDA Talks Draft RFP for Austin Street Lots
By Michael Coughlin Jr. The Boston Planning and Development Agency (BPDA) held a meeting on Wednesday, Mar. 8, to discuss a draft Request for Proposals (RFP) for development at the Austin Street lots that Bunker Hill Community College students have…
Coletta Announces Budget Town Halls
Special to the Patriot-Bridge Boston City Councilor Gabriela Coletta is hosting a series of Budget Town Halls in District 1 to speak with constituents about budget priorities in the City’s upcoming fiscal year 2024 budget. Translation, babysitting, and food will…
Several Boston Water and Sewer Commission Projects Coming to Charlestown
By Michael Coughlin Jr. As 2023 rolls on, residents should be aware of multiple improvement projects from the Boston Water and Sewer Commission (BWSC) that are slated to begin in the coming months. “Construction at this time looks like we…
Safe Consumption Sites Are the Only Way To Stem the Tide of Drug Overdoses
The so-called War on Drugs, which began in the administration of Richard Nixon, has been ongoing in America for more than 50 years. Putting aside the fact that Nixon began his war on drugs primarily as a means for incarcerating…
Tedy and Heidi Bruschi Help Open New Center of Excellence in Stroke Recovery
Special to the Patriot-Bridge In front of a packed audience nestled in the second-floor lounge of the Sanders IMPACT Practice Center, the excitement was palpable. In just a few moments, MGH Institute of Health Professions would officially be partnering with…
Coletta Discusses Council Work at CNC Meeting
Boston City Councilor Gabriela Coletta discussed her work for Charlestown residents during a scheduled appearance at the Charlestown Neighborhood Council monthly meeting Tuesday at the Knights of Columbus Hall. It was an impressive 80-minute performance by the dynamic, first-term city…
Mayor of Charlestown Race Starts Soon
Special to the Patriot-Bridge The annual Mayor of Charlestown race, the only election you can buy is quickly approaching! The object of the Mayor of Charlestown race is to raise money for the 2023 Bunker Hill Day Parade and All…
Charlestown Marina Wins Large Marina of the Year
Charlestown, MA: Charlestown Marina has been named Large Marina of the Year by Marina Dock Age Magazine. This prestigious national award is the result of a competitive process for marinas across the United States with over 250 slips. The marinas…