The controversy surrounding the recent firing by President Donald Trump of Erika McEntarfer, the former commissioner of the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), who was a respected statistician (she was approved for the post by an overwhelming and bipartisan vote…
Month: August 2025
School’s Back — Drive with Care
With schools going back into session this week and next after the summer vacation, morning rush-hour commuters need to readjust our driving habits to ensure that we take into account the thousands of children who will be filling our streets…
‘Bridge of Joy’ Sculptures on Display until 2027
Special to the Patriot-Bridge “Bridge of Joy,” a new public art installation with art by well known artists Gillie and Marc opened last week in Charlestown. Over 400 people attended the event on a warm summer evening, enjoying activities, food and a…
DiDomenico and Decker File Groundbreaking Anti-poverty Legislation and Report
Special to the Patriot-Bridge Representative Marjorie C. Decker and Senator Sal N. DiDomenico published the Poverty Commission’s final report and filed a transformational anti-poverty omnibus bill, SD.2872/HD.4622, An Act significantly alleviating poverty (ASAP), which was informed by the report’s recommendations.…
Local Leaders Support Governor Signing of Updated Shield Law
Special to the Patriot-Bridge Last week, Governor Maura Healey signed the updated Shield Law, which prevents the disclosure of sensitive data, such as a physician’s name, and formally establishes that abortions are to be provided in emergencies due to medical…
Suffolk County Sheriff Indicted for Alleged Extortion of Cannabis Company
Special to the Patriot-Bridge Suffolk County Sheriff Steven W. Tompkin was charged with extortion involving the purchase of an equity interest in a Boston-based cannabis company by federal authorities last week. Tompkins, 67, of Boston, was indicted by a federal…
Bridge Receives Narcan Vending Machine through Boston Public Health Commission Grant
Bridge Over Troubled Waters (Bridge), a nonprofit in Boston, Massachusetts, focused on serving youth experiencing homelessness, has recently acquired a harm reduction vending machine which will contain Narcan (naloxone), a medication used to reverse the effects of opioids, and other…
DiDomenico and Colleagues Approve Road and Bridge Funding for Cities and Towns
Special to the Patriot-Bridge Senator Sal DiDomenico and his legislative colleagues have passed a bill to distribute $1.2 billion among cities and towns to maintain and repair roads and bridges across the state. The funding, derived from bonding, will expand…
Healey Signs Chapter 90 Bill, Unlocking over $1 Billion in Infrastructure Funding for Communities across Massachusetts
Special to the Patriot-Bridge Governor Maura Healey signed into law a new Chapter 90 bill, delivering $300 million in critical transportation and infrastructure funding to every city and town across Massachusetts. The bill reflects the Healey-Driscoll Administration’s commitment to strengthening…
NASA Astronaut and U.S. Navy Captain (Ret.) Sunita L. Williams to Speak at USS Constitution Museum Leadership Forum September 2
The USS Constitution Museum is proud to announce that Sunita L. Williams, NASA astronaut and U.S. Navy Captain (Ret.), will headline the next session of the USS Constitution Museum Leadership Forum on Monday, September 2, 2025, in conversation with Meghna…