The Massachusetts Unclaimed Property Division (UCP) and the Massachusetts Veterans Bonus Division have partnered to help veterans recover unclaimed property and funds owed to them. Launched in August, the collaborative effort has already resulted in 93 claims with an estimated…
Edward J. O’Connell preserves a bygone era in his new book ‘On The One Road, Memoir of A Charlestown Townie’
Long before Charlestown became one of Boston’s most desirable residential neighborhoods, it was a close-knit working-class community where generations of families lived, worked, and raised their children along the same streets. In his debut memoir, ‘On The One Road, Memoir…
MBTA prioritizing investments in the Green Line modernization program in November
As the MBTA continues to make significant improvements in its service and infrastructure, the MBTA is reminding riders about construction work on two major projects that are critical to ensuring the long-term reliability of the line and upgrading accessibility for…
Hall of Heroes Exhibition
On display will be exhibits of Charlestown Veterans who served in WWI, WWII, Korea and Vietnam. Come visit the exhibit and pay honor to the Heroes of Charlestown. Charlestown “Hall of Heroes” Veteran event will be at the Knights of…
Mental Health Collaborative partners with Richard Voke Charitable Fund to expand mental health education in Charlestown and Chelsea
Mental Health Collaborative (MHC) has received funding from the Richard Voke Charitable Fund to expand preventive mental health education for young people and the adults who support them in Chelsea and Charlestown. The partnership will support MHC’s work with schools…
Statements from Officials on the Closing of Charlestown High School
Supt. of Schools Mary Skipper and Mayor Michelle Wu: “Over the last five years, BPS has engaged our community in tackling long-deferred investments and hard decisions so that every student and family can have a baseline of academic rigor, holistic…
Friends of John Harvard Mall hold annual meeting
On Tuesday evening, October 27, the Friends of John Harvard Mall (FJHM) held their Annual Meeting at Blackmoor Bar and Kitchen, welcoming more than 30 members and guests. President Don Giambastiani presented the annual report, highlighting the organization’s many community…
Charlestown, we need your support Help bring a new affordable neighborhood grocery store, one acre of public green space, and 132 new homes to Charlestown
A new neighborhood grocery store, a full acre of publicly accessible green space, and 132 new homes are planned for Hood Park. The project has reached an important milestone, but additional approvals are still needed to move these community improvements…
Gov. Healey supported by Boston voters in midterm reelection bid
Like their fellow voters throughout the Commonwealth, Boston voters largely supported Gov. Maura Healey in her reelection bid in the Nov. 3 midterm election. According to the city’s unofficial election results, Gov. Healey and Lt. Gov. Kim Driscoll garnered just…
THANK YOU, CHARLESTOWN!
THANK YOU, CHARLESTOWN! To the Editor, What an extraordinary Halloween! This is the magic of Charlestown. Neighbors helping neighbors. Families creating memories. Businesses giving generously. Volunteers working tirelessly. And an entire community coming together to make something wonderful happen. For…
Honor our veterans next Wednesday
Next Wednesday, November 11, our nation will mark the 108th observance of Veterans Day, a day of solemnity and reverence that honors those who have served in our nation’s military. Veteran’s Day initially was known as Armistice Day when it…
Murphy calls for full disclosure of BPS plans and student protections before Charlestown High closure decision
Boston City Councilor At-Large Erin Murphy is calling on Boston Public Schools to provide families with a comprehensive plan for student placements, special education services, and the future of school buildings before moving forward with the proposed closure of Charlestown…