Category: News
Wu Announces Efforts To Increase Tree Canopy
Special to the Patriot-Bridge Mayor Michelle Wu announced efforts to bolster the City of Boston’s tree canopy to enhance livability and public health throughout Boston’s neighborhoods. As part of today’s announcement, Mayor Wu is launching a new Forestry Division within…
Officials Tell Residents of City’s Programs To Address Rat Problem
Special to the Patriot-Bridge Whether you live in East Boston, Beacon Hill, Back Bay, or Jamaica Plain, there is a common problem that all residents are facing — and that is rats. “It is a big issue,” Inspectional Service Director…
CNC Corner
CNC General Meeting, Tuesday October 4, 2022 The Charlestown Neighborhood Council will hold an in-person, public meeting on Tuesday October 4, 2022, 7-9 p.m. at the Knights of Columbus, 545 Medford Street, Charlestown. Representatives from St. Francis House, the Planning Office for Urban…
News Briefs
Blessing of the Animals Oct. 2 The blessing of the animals will take place on Sunday, October 2, 2022 at the Training Field on Winthrop Street in Charlestown. All animals may attend and must be on a leash or in…
Residents to Participate in Boston Marathon® Jimmy Fund Walk
Seven residents from Charlestown will participate in the Boston Marathon® Jimmy Fund Walk presented by Hyundai on Sunday, October 2. Steph Martin, Natalie Gallagher, Jack Gallagher, Juliette Steinkrauss, Stacy Rosenbloom, Alex Brussard, and Kelsey Doherty, along with thousands of other…
Wu Announces Next Steps for Municipal Energy Efficiency Upgrades
Special to the Patriot-Bridge Mayor Michelle Wu announced that the City of Boston will begin an inventory of all its exterior lights as a part of Renew Boston Trust (RBT), a self-funding finance mechanism that uses the cost savings from…
Details Listed for Return of $2.941 Billion in Excess Tax Revenue to Taxpayers
Following the State Auditor’s certification last week that Fiscal Year 2022 (FY22) net state tax revenues exceeded allowable revenues per Chapter 62F by $2.941 billion, the Baker-Polito Administration has announced details regarding the return of this excess revenue to taxpayers.…
Construction Update: North Washington Street Bridge Construction Look-Ahead to October 1
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. Scheduled Work •…
John F. Kennedy Family Service Center To Host Continuing Our Legacy Gala Sept. 30
The John F. Kennedy Family Service Center, (www.kennedycenter.org), a nonprofit organization with the mission to improve the lives of individuals and families in need, is honoring change makers and community heroes that share its commitment to serving Charlestown. Honorees include…