Coletta Zapata files Second Round of Legislative Filings
Special to the Patriot-Bridge Councilor Gabriela Coletta Zapata has filed several legislative proposals with the Boston City Council, including the establishment of a Boston Emergency Relief Fund, reforms related to the Zoning Board of Appeal, and a resolution recognizing Women’s…
DiDomenico Files for Re-election
Special to the Patriot-Bridge Senator Sal DiDomenico has pulled nomination papers for his re-election to the State Senate. DiDomenico now needs to collect 300 signatures from constituents over the coming months to ensure his name will be listed on the…
CNC Meeting Dates
CNC General Meeting, Tuesday, March 3, 2026, 7 PM, Knights of Columbus The Charlestown Neighborhood Council will hold an in-person public meeting on Tuesday, March 3, 2026, from 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM at the Knights of Columbus, located at…
Applications now Accepted for The 2026 Lt. Michael P. Quinn Scholarship
Applications are being accepted for the 57th annual Lt. Michael P. Quinn Scholarship and the winner will receive $20,000 for the first year of college and the opportunity to receive $10,000 for the second year. The application form must be…
Some Residents Raise Concerns about Anti-drone Effort
By Dylan Shobe With millions expected to descend onto the World Cup this spring, some Boston residents voiced concerns about the implementation of anti-drone technology that might be deployed to monitor the games. They said they are suspicious about what…
DiDomenico Celebrates New Community Health and Nutrition Center
Special to the Patriot-Bridge Last week, Senator Sal DiDomenico attended the Greater Boston Food Bank’s official launch of The Takeda Center for Community Health and Nutrition in Boston. This Center will create greater access to nutritious and medically tailored food…
The Rose Kennedy Greenway Conservancy Announces its 2026 Winter Programming Lineup
Special to the Patriot-Bridge The Rose Kennedy Greenway Conservancy announced its 2026 winter programmatic lineup, featuring interactive light displays, seasonal attractions, and new family-friendly experiences designed to bring energy, wonder, and community to Downtown Boston throughout the cold-weather months. Continuing…
Flynn to Hold a Hearing on Purchasing Snow Melting Machines
On Tuesday, March 3, at 2 p.m. in the Iannella Chamber at City Hall, Boston City Councilor Ed Flynn will hold a hearing to discuss the City of Boston purchasing snow melting machines. The hearing will also cover hearing orders…
Wu backs Ed Markey for Senate, Praising Record of Delivering for Boston
Special to the Patriot-Bridge Boston Mayor Michelle Wu announced her endorsement of Ed Markey for re-election to the Senate, citing his unwavering leadership, progressive vision, and record of delivering for the city of Boston. “Senator Markey has been a longstanding…
Boston Nonprofit Awarded $1.5 million to Link High School Learning Opportunities to in-demand Careers
Special to the Patriot-Bridge EdVestors, a longtime Boston-based school improvement nonprofit organization, announced it has been awarded $1.5 million to strengthen its city-wide effort to scale career-connected learning opportunities and deepen students’ sense of purpose, belonging, and social capital. The…
Beacon Hill Women’s Forum hosts Guest Speaker Meredith Goldstein
Photos & Story by Marianne Salza Associate editor for The Boston Globe, Meredith Goldstein, presented “Love in the Modern Age: Insights from an Advice Columnist” during the February 10 Beacon Hill Women’s Forum at The Union Club of Boston. The…