Flag Raising
It’s time!
Bunker Hill Parade is Sunday Special to the Patriot-Bridge The 2025 Battle of Bunker Hill Parade, commemorating the 250th anniversary of the Battle of Bunker Hill, will be held Sunday, June 15, beginning at 12:30 p.m. The highly anticipated and…
CNC Meeting Dates
CNC Development Committee Meeting, Monday, June 23, 6 p.m. at Austin St. Lots Redevelopment. The Charlestown Neighborhood Council’s Development Committee will hold an in-person, public meeting on Monday, June 23rd at 6 PM. in the Boston Police Station, Community Room at 20 Vine St.…
Charlestown to re-lay Monument Cornerstone
Special to the Patriot-Bridge On Monday, June 16, Charlestown will become the center of national remembrance as the Bunker Hill Monument Association leads a full-day commemoration marking the 200th anniversary of the laying of the Bunker Hill Monument’s cornerstone and…
Warren-Prescott Students Shine in Tuck Everlasting
After months of line memorizing, costume fittings, and rehearsals the Warren-Prescott students brought Tuck Everlasting to life on stage—and totally nailed it. From the lively fair scenes to the quieter moments in the woods, the actors kept the energy up…
Garden Tour Offers Rare Glimpse into Private Charlestown Gardens
Discover the hidden beauty behind the walls of Charlestown on Saturday, June 21, from 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM, during the highly anticipated Garden Tour of Historic Charlestown, featuring twelve private gardens rarely open to the public including the Charlestown…
Abraham Lincoln Post 11 G.A.R. Memorial Hall Honors Alves as Veteran of the Year
Special to the Patriot-Bridge The Abraham Lincoln Post 11, G.A.R. Memorial Hall is proud to announce John “Jack” Alves as the 2025 Veteran of the Year. This distinguished honor recognizes a man whose life has been marked by courageous military…
North Washington Street Bridge
Construction Update The Construction Look-Ahead through June 21 for the North Washington Street Bridge is as follows: Scheduled Work • Pavement markings • Marine fender work • FRP fascia screening installation • Landscaping and irrigation Work Hours • Monday through…
2025 Battle of Bunker Hill Parade Roster
This information is printed as an informational guide only. The parade lineup is subject to change by the parade committee. 2025 Battle of Bunker Hill Parade Roster June 15, 2025 12:30 P.M. Sponsored by The Battle of Bunker Hill Parade…
Ryan Appointed to Boston Commemoration Commission
As the celebration of the 250th anniversary of the Battle of Bunker Hill begins in earnest, representative democracy is alive and well. Charlestown’s own State Representative Dan Ryan has been appointed by Mayor Wu to the Boston Commemoration Commission. Ryan…
News in Brief
Collaborative art piece Each year, the children at Charlestown Nursery School create a collaborative art piece inspired by the Bunker Hill Monument. Using different medium every spring, the block monument represents our commitment to studying history, architecture, fine art, and community.…