This is a brief overview of construction operations and impacts for the North Washington Street Bridge Replacement Project. MassDOT will provide additional notices as needed for high-impact work and changes to traffic configurations beyond those described below. Contraflow Pilot •…
Author: Patriot-Bridge Staff
We Must Never Forget The Legacy Of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr
For those of us of a certain age, it is hard to imagine that 2023 will mark 55 years since the assassination of Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King in Memphis while he was standing on the balcony of the Lorraine…
“That Would Never Happen Here…” “Oh Wait – It Did!”
For those of us who have been around for a while, the spectacle that unfolded this past weekend in Brazil, where thousands of the fascist followers of former President Jair Bolsonaro stormed that nation’s capitol buildings in a violent attempt…
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CNC Corner
The Charlestown Neighborhood Council will hold an election on Saturday, February 4, 2023 to fill precinct seats and at-large seats. Nomination papers with instructions will be available at CNC02129.org, by email request to [email protected], and in the Charlestown BPL Branch. …
Coletta Reflects on First Seven Months With Annual Report, Wins for the Community
Special to the Patriot-Bridge Councilor Gabriela Coletta recently released her 2022 Annual Report reflecting on her first seven months on the Boston City Council. In the report, she highlights funding wins, community service initiatives, policy and organizing efforts, and looks…
State Treasurer’s Office Launches Small Business Toolkit and Resource Map
Massachusetts State Treasurer, Deborah B. Goldberg, recently announced the launch of the Treasurer’s Office’s newly designed Small Business Resource Toolkit website. The toolkit provides access to comprehensive resources and materials for small business owners and future entrepreneurs in Massachusetts. Under the…
Nearly $2.74 Million Awarded To Combat Violence Against Women
The Baker-Polito Administration announced that dozens of law enforcement, criminal justice and victim services organizations have been awarded grants through the Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) Grant program including the Suffolk County District Attorney’s Office with a grant of $119,919.88.…
With the Arrival of Winter, Here Are Some Energy-Saving Tips
With the increase in winter energy costs, what are some quick and affordable changes one can do to lower my energy use? Some energy-saving options that you can do yourself at home include: • Checking and changing the air filter…
Gabriela Coletta: Our Dynamic City Councilor
When Lydia Edwards, our former District 1 City Councilor, was elected to the State Senate, our immediate reaction was, “Our loss is the Senate’s gain.” Ms. Edwards had been an outstanding member of the Boston City Council and we knew…