Many, many efforts have been made in recent years to close down the Charlestown District Court. There is a perception in government and among some working inside the judiciary that something good or even better might be gained by shutting…
Lt. Governor Murray to Attend Event on Charlestown Rink Improvements
Lt. Governor Tim Murray will be heading up a press conference on April 4 at 10 a.m. at the Charlestown Hockey Rink to announce further funding being directed to its full rehabilitation and updating. Rep. Gene O’Flaherty will be co-hosting…
Rep. Gene O’Flaherty
News that our representative Gene O’Flaherty may be stepping down from his chairmanship of the House Judiciary Committee caught many by surprise. After all, O’Flaherty tends to be a steady Eddy, so to speak. But when his feathers are ruffled…
Police Briefs 03-29-2012
Warrant Arrest 03/12/12 – Officers on Carney Court placed an individual under arrest for outstanding Malden Court and Salem Court warrants charging assault and battery and various motor vehicle violations. Drugs 03/12/12 – As a result of a drug investigation…
Obituaries 03-29-2012
Michael ‘Bolo’ Donahue Charlestown resident Michael P. “Bolo” Donahue of Charlestown died on March 19. He was 63 years old. He was the beloved husband of 31 years to Shauna R. (Toomey) Donahue; devoted father of Kerrin, Courtney and Michael…
St. Patrick’s Day Extravaganza a Wonderful Party, and a Huge Success
The Annual St. Patrick’s Day celebration at the John F. Kennedy Knights of Columbus Hall in Charlestown Friday evening drew a huge throng of people from all walks of life – and many, many Irish from this community. It was…
Tweeting About Boston’s Best in 140 Characters or Less
He orders. He takes a picture. He tweets. Tom O’Keefe, the man behind BostonTweet, has been eating his way through the city since early 2008, entertaining his 50,00 followers with every post. Despite the fame he’s grown accustomed to, O’Keefe…
A New Place to Kick It Will Soon Arrive in Charlestown
Afterschool activities are integral to building character. Sports promote teamwork, art and theater bolster creativity, and extra focus on academia fosters self-sufficiency and perseverance. At K.I.C.K. Karate, children develop attributes in all areas, finishing their journey by becoming more well-rounded…
The Life Focus Center, Again
Charlestown has been shocked by allegations of serious mismanagement and worse at the Life Focus Center. It now appears that several investigations are ongoing into theft of state funding at the local institution. State Auditor Suzanne Bump’s lawyers and auditors…
18th Annual Bryan Mcgonagle Memorial Hockey Tournament
This year marked the 18th Annual Bryan McGonagle Memorial Tournament and it was held on March 2nd , 3rd and 4th at the MDC rink in Charlestown. This tournament is held in honor of a young Charlestown hockey player whose…
Police Briefs 03-22-2012
Warrant Arrest 03/12/12 – Officers on Carney Court placed an individual under arrest for outstanding Malden Court and Salem Court warrants charging assault and battery and various motor vehicle violations. Drugs 03/12/12 – As a result of a drug investigation…
Obituaries 03-22-2012
Dana Kelly Retired Pipefitters Union Official Dana J. Kelly of North Billerica, formerly of Charlestown, died on March 17. He was 65 years old. He was a retired 42 year member and Business Manager/Financial Secretary-Treasurer of the Pipefitters Association Local…