Like voters throughout the Commonwealth, Boston residents resoundingly supported Maura Healey in her historic victory in the Nov. 8 general election to become the next Governor of Massachusetts. According to the city’s unofficial election results, the bill of Healey, the…
Progress Report: Study Shows Gains, Systemic Obstacles to Boston’s Ambitious Climate Goals
Special to the Patriot-Bridge A first-of-its-kind report on Boston’s collective progress toward being a carbon-neutral city by 2050, that was released last week, finds that while the city has made notable progress in some areas, a variety of obstacles will…
Sean Breen Appointed As the NewNeighborhood Liaison for Charlestown
Mayor Michelle Wu announced the appointment of Sean Breen as the neighborhood liaison for Charlestown in the Office of Neighborhood Services (ONS). He will serve as the primary contact for constituents and businesses looking to connect with the Mayor’s Office,…
Book-Signing for Tom MacDonald’s New Crime Novel
Award-winning author Tom MacDonald has published his fifth Dermot Sparhawk crime novel, The Murder of Vincent Dunn. Tom will be hosting a book-launching event at the Brewer’s Fork on Sunday, November 13, from 1:00-3:00 PM (Patriots bye week). Paperback books…
Main Street Pasta and Wine Shop Celebrates One-Year Anniversary With Gratitude
By Tracy Iannell On Saturday, Oct. 30, the prosecco was flowing at 40 Main St. in celebration of a fast-paced first year in business. The neighborhood shop honored this milestone with their house made decadent lobster raviolis—crafted just minutes prior…
Groups Sue EPA for Failure To Fully Protect Boston Rivers
Conservation Law Foundation (CLF) and Charles River Watershed Association (CRWA) have filed a lawsuit against the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) for failing to take necessary actions to protect three Boston-area rivers from polluted runoff. Though EPA recently acknowledged the damage…
Parks Department Announces Annual Holiday Lightings
Mark your calendars and prepare to join the Boston Parks and Recreation Department to celebrate the holiday season with their 2022 schedule of lighting celebrations in City of Boston parks. Lighting of the Trellis at Christopher Columbus Park Monday, November…
Bridges Homeward Named New Children’s Trust Healthy Families Massachusetts Provider
The Children’s Trust, the state’s child abuse prevention agency, announced last week that Bridges Homeward was awarded the 2022-2028 contract to oversee the Healthy Families Massachusetts program for Chelsea, East Boston, Revere, Winthrop, and Charlestown. The Children’s Trust’s Healthy Families…
News Briefs
Your Local Post Office Will be Closed in Recognition of Veterans Day Post offices across the commonwealth will be closed on Friday, November 11, in honor of Veterans Day. There will be no street delivery, except for guaranteed overnight parcels,…
Remember To Thank Our Veterans
This Friday, November 11, marks the national holiday of Veterans Day, a day marked by solemnity and reverence to honor those who have served in our nation’s military. Veteran’s Day initially was known as Armistice Day when it was enacted…
Letters to the Editor
A Huge Thank You To the Editor, A huge thank you to the many who gave food donations (cans, pasta, and cash) to the Harvest on Vine Food Pantry (HOV) at the recent Halloween Parade event around the monument. Tom…