By Cary Shuman Picture the current Sullivan Square rotary as a newly designed space with a much-enhanced traffic pattern with additional traffic lights. Now imagine Rutherford Avenue as a multimodal boulevard with a linear park and an exclusive lane for…
Wu Announces Ailin Sha as Next Youth Poet Laureate
Special to the Patriot-Bridge Mayor Michelle Wu and the Mayor’s Office of Arts and Culture announced that after a competitive search process, 18-year-old poet and writer Ailin Sha has been selected as Boston’s next Youth Poet Laureate. Sha officially started…
Senate Passes DiDomenico’s Early Literacy Bill
Special to the Patriot-Bridge The Massachusetts Senate unanimously passed Senator Sal DiDomenico’s early literacy legislation that supports young learners by ensuring reading instruction is rooted in proven, evidence-based practices. DiDomenico first filed this bill last session and worked alongside advocates,…
Wu Announces Annual Tax Prep Services Available for Residents
Special to the Patriot-Bridges Mayor Michelle Wu announced that the Boston Tax Help Coalition (BTHC) has launched the 2026 tax season, offering free tax preparation for residents who earn $70,000 per year or less. Eligible residents can file safely while maximizing their…
Old North Church Hosts America’s 250th Exhibit
Step into the story that launched a revolution. During February School Vacation Week, Old North Church Historic Site invites students, families, and history lovers to be among the first to experience new additions to its exhibit celebrating the upcoming 250th…
Boston-based Irish Folk Band Produces Debut Album
“Slí Amach: Way Out” is the debut album of Boston-based Ishna, a contemporary Irish folk band. Ishna explores traditional repertoire within the context of a global setting, bringing the band members’ diverse backgrounds into their carefully crafted arrangements. The album…
Healey takes Action to keep ICE out of Schools, Hospitals, Courthouses, and Places of Worship
Special to the Patriot-Bridge Governor Maura Healey took action to protect the people of Massachusetts from abuses by President Donald Trump and U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement. She filed legislation to keep ICE out of courthouses, schools, child care programs,…
AFT Massachusetts Stands with State House Efforts to Protect Residents from ICE
Special to the Patriot-Bridge The American Federation of Teachers (AFT) Massachusetts recently joined Governor Maura Healey as she unveiled an Executive Order to protect Massachusetts residents from Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) officers who continue to operate with unchecked authority…
Sharon Chirban Talks on ‘Building Sustained Excellence’
Story & Photos by Marianne Salza In today’s optimization culture of obsessively maximizing efficiency, continuous self-improvement, and perfectionism, clinical psychologist, Sharon Chirban, Ph.D., reminds clients of the importance of remaining grounded and present. “I think there is a lot of…
DCR Announces Series of Events and Programming to Celebrate Black History Month
Special to the Patriot-Bridge To celebrate Black History Month, the Massachusetts Department of Conservation and Recreation (DCR) is hosting free interactive events at Roxbury Heritage State Park and Fall River Heritage State Park. The series will provide opportunities for visitors…
Licensing Board Approves First Five Liquor License Upgrades for Beer and Wine Licensees
Special to the Patriot-Bridge The Boston Licensing Board approved five applications from beer and wine licensees upgrading to non-transferable all alcoholic beverages licenses. The businesses—89 Charles, Bebop, Carmelina’s, New England Wicked Craft Company, and Serafina—are the first five businesses in…
Healey-Driscoll Administration Announces the opening of Reservations for the 2026 Camping Season at DCR parks
Special to the Patriot-Bridge BOSTON — The Massachusetts Department of Conservation and Recreation (DCR) announced that reservations for the 2026 state park camping season will open to the public on Wednesday, February 18, 2026, at 9 a.m. Camping season at…