On Tuesday night, the Charlestown Neighborhood Council (CNC) unanimously voted to send a letter to the Department of Neighborhood Services as well as Mayor Menino’s office expressing concern over bypassing the CNC in the decision making process for Sullivan Square. …
Congratulations, Charles River Swimming Club
Perhaps it is growing up in the 70s and hearing the song by Standells, “Love That Dirty Water,” referring to the Charles River, so when David Jaye of the Back Bay mentioned that he was going to take part in…
Police Briefs 06-06-2013
Larceny in a Building 05/28/13 – A victim reported a flat-screen television was stolen from his place of business on Bunker Hill Street. The victim said he believes it may have been an ex-employee, since the day before the theft…
Track Teams Runs in First Meet
Congratulations to Town Track Club Youth! 53 athletes from the club competed in their first Track meet held at MIT in Cambridge. There were several outstanding performances in the sprints, distance, and jump events. Its not too late too join! …
Bake Sale for the One Fund
Good Shepherd School teacher Brittany Wehler with students Emma and Joe Hendessi during a Thursday, May 23 bake sale for the One Fund.
Running for a Good Cause
Charlestown Resident and member of Horizons for Homeless Children’s Young Professionals Committee, Meg Shea (left)co-chaired and ran the 2013 “Route for Kids” 5k hosted by Horizons for Homeless Children. This year’s 5k took place in Jamaica Plain, and drew a…
Charlestown Garden Tour Scheduled for June 15
Explore the hidden gardens and public green spaces of Charlestown at the Gardens for Charlestown Garden Tour. On Sat., June 15th from 10:00-3:00 meet the gardeners of this historic neighborhood and view twelve delightful and varied private gardens. Also, learn…
Police Still Looking for Suspect in Murder
Authorities are seeking a man in connection with the May 7 murder of Steven Jones and have charged the suspect’s sister with witness intimidation. Pablo Flores Jr., 20, is being sought in connection with Jones’ shooting death near the intersection…
Volunteers Needed at Charlestown Library for Reading Event
Support children’s literacy in Charlestown by volunteering at this month’s Reading is Fundamental event on Thursday, May 30th. If you are available to help out between 3:30 and 6:00, email Charlestown children’s librarian Laura Miller, [email protected]. On Thursday, May 30th,…
Events to Be Aware of ….
In the frantic and fast pace of life that seems more commonplace in today’s world than we remember growing up, there are several important events that are approaching. Mayor’s race: Charlestown will be an important factor in voting for the…
Police Briefs 05-30-2013
Drugs 05/24/13 – As a result of a drug investigation on Charles Street, an individual will be summonsed to Charlestown Court to be charged with possession of a Class D substance (marijuana) with intent to distribute. Forgery/Uttering 05/26/13 – Officers…
The Charlestown Little League
The Charlestown Little League held its Annual Barbeque last Saturday at Sullivan Square Fields. Shown are Melvin Jones, Eddie Ferreira, Marvin Coplin, Ivan Auger, Nolan Trapp, and Coach Greg Grant.