Following a preliminary win that will advance her to the November 2nd Mayoral Election, At-Large City Councilor Annissa Essaibi George was today endorsed by Sprinkler Fitters Local 550. The union represents approximately 800 skilled members in the Greater Boston area. …
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Collins Endorses Murphy in Latest Sign of Momentum
Democratic State Senator Nick Collins — who represents the First Suffolk Senate district — endorsed At-Large City Councilor candidate Erin Murphy. “I represent great neighborhoods in Boston- South Boston, Dorchester, Mattapan, and Hyde Park- and Erin has spoken to the…
Jaramillo Decides Not to Run for State Senate
Juan Pablo Jaramillo of Revere has decided not to run for State Senate seat that was recently vacated by Se. Joseph Boncore. The following is his statement: “The First Suffolk and Middlesex District’s communities of East Boston, Revere, Cambridge, and Winthrop…
Said Abdikarim Endorses Erin Murphy For City Council At-Large Position
Said Abdikarim, whose inspiring story and vigorous campaigning energized Bostonians across the city, has endorsed Erin Murphy as Boston’s next At-Large City Councilor, praising her vision and work ethic as Erin continues to build support before the November 2, Final…
ParkARTS Watercolor Workshops are Back
Artists of all skill levels, ages nine and up, are invited to join the Boston Parks and Recreation Department for its popular fall series of ParkARTS Watercolor Painting Workshops. This program will be held in September during the last two…
News in Brief
GSCA to Hold Monthly Meeting on Monday The Gove Street Citizens Association (GSCA) monthly meeting will be held ONLINE (and on phone) via ZOOM. The meeting will be held on Monday, September 27 at 6:30 PM. Registration is required. If…
Markey, Castor and Trahan Call for Facebook To Abandon Plans for Instagram for Kids
Following reports Facebook has conducted and reviewed research showing a connection between Instagram and mental health problems among young users, Senator Edward J. Markey (D-Mass.) and Representatives Kathy Castor (FL-14) and Lori Trahan (MA-03) wrote to Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg…
State Health Officials Announce Seventh Human Case of WNV
The Massachusetts Department of Public Health (DPH) announced an additional case of West Nile virus (WNV) in the state this year. WNV infection was identified in a woman in her 30s who was exposed to WNV in Bristol County. This…
City Council Approves Expansion of Parental Leave Policy by Edwards
The Boston City Council has approved an expansion of the city’s parental leave policy originally filed by Councilor Lydia Edwards and co-sponsored by Councilors Michelle Wu and Annissa Essaibi-George. Under the new ordinance, city employees can now take 12 weeks…
Hey You — Take a Hike!
For many New Englanders, fall is their favorite season. The warm days and crisp evenings serve as the perfect midpoint between the heat and humidity of summer and the chill of winter. When you add in the spectacular colors of…