Special to the Times-Free Press The Bunker Hill 250 Coalition and Boston Mayor Michelle Wu today launched Bunker Hill: Revolution Ignited, a 250-day countdown to the commemoration of the 250th Anniversary of the Battle of Bunker Hill, which took place on…
Month: October 2024
Boston International Antiquarian Book Fair Returns
The Boston International Antiquarian Book Fair (BIABF) celebrates its 46th year at the Hynes Convention Center in Downtown Boston, November 8-10. This three-day event welcomes the top international dealers offering the most sought-after collections of fine and rare books, maps, photographs,…
Wu Announces New Details on Applying for Liquor Licenses
Special to the Times-Free Press Mayor Michelle Wu announced an update on the distribution of the 225 new liquor licenses that Boston plans to award over the next three years to create new small businesses and enhance cultural and economic…
Obamacare is Important for All Americans
The revelation that family members of Republican vice-presidential candidate J.D. Vance used the Affordable Care Act (ACA) to obtain private health insurance is a cautionary tale for all Americans, especially those for whom the ACA is their only refuge for…
Has Florida Become Unlivable?
The damage caused by Hurricane Milton, the latest major hurricane to strike Florida, raises a very basic question: Is Florida no longer safe or affordable for human habitation? That may sound a bit extreme, but the reality is that extreme…
Obituaries 10-16-2024
Antonio D’Addieco Of East Boston, formerly of Italy Antonio D’Addieco of East Boston passed away peacefully in his home on Friday, October 11, 2024. Antonio was born on June 15, 1930 in Taurasi (P.) Avellino, Italy, to his loving parents, Francesco and…
Jest Soccer Action
The Jets ended up in a tie for the third consecutive game, finishing 2-2 in an intense Boston City Leaguegame at Memorial Field Thursday, October 3.
Supporting Children
Boston After School & Beyond gives over $1 million to 67 after-school organizations Boston After School & Beyond, a local organization that focuses on expanding access to after-school and summer programs in the city, recently provided grants to 67 after-school…
Large Crowd Attends Campaign Reception for Rep. Adrian Madaro
Staff Report A large crowd of friends, neighbors, and supporters packed the function room at the Hilton Garden Inn to join Rep. Adrian Madaro at his campaign re-election fundraiser. Mayor Michelle Wu, Speaker of the House Ron Mariano, House Ways…
Sumner Tunnel Ends Overnight Weekend Closure for Repairs
Special to thew Times-Free Press The Sumner Tunnel marked its final full weekend closure as part of the restoration project. The project is now considered substantially complete. The schedule allowed for an additional five weekend closures that would have continued…