Modernizing: Local Legislators Call for Greater Emphasis on Decarbonization in MBTA Capital Plan
By Adam Swift Local legislators want to see the MBTA place a greater emphasis on electrification of its rail, bus,…
Civilian Flaggers on the Horizon?
By Michael Coughlin Jr. Louise Johnson and Paige Sparks from Jamaica Plain’s Neighborhood and Public Service Committees joined the Jeffries…
Jury Has Been Selected for the Javier Garcia Martinez Trial
Special to the Times-Free Press A jury has been selected in the trial of Javier Garcia Martinez. Opening statements began…
East Boston Native Receives Award for First Book
Poet and social activist, Essmaa Litim, received an EXTRAordinary Women award from the Mayor’s Office of Women’s Advancement in March.…
Sen. Edwards and Rep. Madaro Speak in Favor of a Low-Income Fare
Senator Lydia Edwards and Representative Adrian Madaro spoke today in support of the Low Income Fare legislation that would compel…
News in Brief
Mayor Wu Announces 2023 Neighborhood Coffee Hour Series Mayor Michelle Wu and the Boston Parks and Recreation Department will host…
National Prescription Drug Take Back Day Coming to East Boston
On Saturday, April 22, East Boston Neighborhood Health Center (EBNHC) as part of The East Boston Alliance for Support, Treatment,…
Coletta Holds Budget Town Halls Across the District
Boston City Councilor Gabriela Coletta recently held five Budget Town Halls Tour in District One, where she outlined the City’s…
Boston Parks and Recreation Department Open Space Plan Comment Period Now Open
Special to the Times-Free Press The Boston Parks and Recreation Department (BPRD) has announced the opening of the comment period…
Hayden Announces 2023 Community Reinvestment Grant Program Application Dates
District Attorney Kevin Hayden announced that community non-profit organizations in Suffolk County can apply for grants of up to $10,000…