Until Democrats and Republicans in Congress get their acts together the government shutdown that began Tuesday will have a deep affect on tourism and education in Charlestown. As a result of the shutdown, tours of U.S.S. Constitution, the Bunker Hill…
Everyone in the Water
Boston Celtics forward Brandon Bass joined kids from the Boys and Girls Club of Boston for a swim class to increase awareness of water safety and the importance of learning how to swim. Through active participation in aquatics, Brandon will…
Letters to the Editor
Congratulations to the lucky winner Dear Editor The Charlestown Lions Club would like to congratulate Jerry Nye on winning Boston Red Sox vs New York Yankees tickets raffled off by the Lions Club. The winning ticket was drawn at the…
Downtown View B and B and Their Castle
We’ve had quite a few weeks in which we have endured Syrian atrocities, a gunman at the Washington Navy Yard, terrorists at a Nairobi shopping mall, and a city election in Boston. It’s time to think about something frivolous. I…
Police Briefs 10-03-2013
Robbery – Unarmed 09/15/13 – A victim on Tufts Street reported she had an altercation with a black female, during which her cell phone was stolen. The suspect is known to police, and complaints will be sought in court. Larceny-…
Charlestown Beat
POLICE/COMMUNITY MEETING: Meet the police & discuss public safety issues on the third Tuesday of every month at the police station, 20 Vine Street, at 6:30 p.m., 2nd floor, community room. POLICE RELATED INFO: Contact the District A-1 Community Service…
Honoring Judy Evers
On hand at the ceremony at the Boston Police Station on Vine Street honoring community activist Judy Evers were from left: Sen. Sal DiDomenico, Judy Evers, Councilor Sal LaMattina and Rep. Eugene O’Flaherty.
Charlestown Voters Backed Lamattina and Connolly: In At-large Race Charlestown’s Jack Kelly Easily Carries Hometown
City Councilor Sal LaMattina easily cruised to the final election and will face Brian Gannon in the November 5 General Election. LaMattina received 2,627 votes in Charlestown and 6,756 voted in District 1, which includes Charlestown, the North End and…
ABCD Honors Lois Siegelman for Community Contributions
On September 17, Lois Siegelman and 17 other outstanding volunteer’s contributions in their neighborhoods were celebrated at the annual ABCD Community Volunteer Celebration. The event was held at the Revere Hotel and was attended by the friends, family and colleagues…
Blessing of the Animals on October 6
The seventh annual blessing of the animals will be held on Sunday, October 6, 2013 around the fountain in the Thompson Triangle at 9:30 a.m. This ecumenical ceremony offers an opportunity for the clergy and Charlestown’s residents to unite to…
Boston Election
First, we congratulate the two nominees for mayor — Rep. Marty Walsh and City Councilor John Connolly, who were chosen on Tuesday in the primary election. We also congratulate our own Jack Kelly for making it into the top eight…
Police Briefs 09-26-2013
Warrant Arrest 09/17/13 – As a result of a traffic stop on Medford Street, an individual was placed under arrest for an outstanding Framingham Court warrant. Assault with a Dangerous Weapon – Knife 09/17/13 – A victim told police after…