Special to the Patriot-Bridge Governor Maura Healey signed An Act promoting access to midwifery care and out-of-hospital birth options. This comprehensive legislation will overhaul maternal health practices in Massachusetts and expand coverage for midwifery, birth centers, doulas and screening and…
BPHC Announces First Case of West Nile Virus Detected in Boston
The Boston Public Health Commission (BPHC) announced that a Boston resident has tested positive for West Nile Virus. The man, in his late 60s, is the first human case of West Nile Virus in Boston this summer. He is being…
Flynn Files Hearing Order on BHA Elevator Systems
At this week’s City Council Meeting, Councilor Ed Flynn filed a hearing order to discuss the current status of the elevator systems across Boston Housing Authority (BHA) developments. The elevator systems in many BHA developments are aging and frequent reports…
Annual San Gennaro Feast Sponsored by Pastene Returns to the North End
The Saint Gennaro Foundation of Boston, founded by Frank DePasquale, Nick Varano, Angelo Vigliotta, and Pasquale Trotta, along with the North End founded Pastene brands, is bringing back the much-acclaimed San Gennaro Feast in Boston’s historic North End on Friday,…
Enjoy a Great — and Safe — Labor Day Weekend
Although the weatherman is not predicting a great Labor Day weekend (as we’re writing this, Saturday and Sunday are forecast for some showers), we hope that all of our readers will have a chance to make the most of the…
School’s Back — Drive with Care
With schools going back into session this week and next after the summer vacation, morning rush-hour commuters need to readjust our driving habits to ensure that we take into account the thousands of children who will be filling our streets…
Art in the Park 2024
Special to the Patriot-Bridge The annual Art in the Park event is set for Saturday, September 7, with a rain date of September 8. The event is free and open to the public, and will be at City Square Park…
Several Items in the Navy Yard Approved at BPDA Board Meeting
By Michael Coughlin Jr. During its meeting last week, the Boston Planning & Development Agency’s (BPDA) Board approved entering a licensing agreement, issuing a request for proposals (RFP), and inviting bids in the Charlestown Navy Yard. The first item up…
DiDomenico Announces Passage of Largest Housing Investment in State History
Special to the Patriot-Bridge The Massachusetts Legislature has passed the Affordable Homes Act, the largest housing investment in Massachusetts history and a powerful first step in tackling the state’s housing affordability crisis. On August 6th, Governor Healey signed this historic…
CNC Meeting Dates
CNC General Meeting, Tuesday September 3, 2024 The Charlestown Neighborhood Council will hold in-person, public meeting on Tuesday September 3, 2024, 7-9 p.m. at the Knights of Columbus, 545 Medford Street, Charlestown. Please bring your questions and neighborhood concerns to the meeting…
Wu Announces Grants Available to Support Community-based Sports Organizations
Special to the Times Mayor Michelle Wu and the Human Services Cabinet today announced applications are now open for the Community Sports Grant, a grant program totaling $300,000 to support volunteer-led youth sports organizations that provide high-quality, engaging athletics programming…
Erin Murphy Announces her Candidacy for Clerk of the Supreme Judicial Court
Boston City Councilor At-Large Erin Murphy has announced her candidacy for Clerk of the Supreme Judicial Court. The following is her statement: “I am Erin Murphy, and I am humbly seeking your support in the upcoming Primary Election on Tuesday,…