Boston City Council candidate Lydia Edwards continues to build a grassroots organization following endorsements from the Planned Parenthood Advocacy Fund of Massachusetts, the MBTA’s Office & Professional Employees International Union (OPEIU 453), and the SEIU Massachusetts State Council, which alone…
Author: Times Staff
House and Senate Support Joint Resolution Condemning Racism and Discrimination
The House and Senate joined Governor Charlie Baker, Lieutenant Governor Karyn Polito, and his colleagues in the Legislature to adopt a joint resolution formally denouncing white nationalist and neo-Nazi hate organizations, as well as condemning all forms of racism, discrimination,…
Dr Christina Ronchetti Joins Chiropractic Practice in East Boston
By Cary Shuman Dr. Christina Ronchetti, who was raised in Everett and Gloucester, has joined the Chiropractic office with Dr. Brendan Corcoran at Spine Center North Shore at 1140 Saratoga St. in East Boston. Dr. Ronchetti has returned to the…
Letter to the Editor
I’m supporting Passacantilli There has been a lot of buzz surrounding the election to replace Sal LaMattina on the Boston City Council. After researching the candidates and reading their platforms, I will be supporting Stephen Passacantilli. As an East Boston…
Climate Ready Boston Leaders Talk Resiliency in Boston Neighborhoods this Summer
By Magdalena Ayed Make no mistake: East Boston is an island. Accessible only by bridge, tunnel or ferry, Eastie actually comprises five different islands that were linked to the rest of Boston with landfill in the early 1800s. Separated from…
We Must Stand United Against Hatred
The swastika graffiti that was sprayed painted four different times on a proposed project in Lamson Court last week is deplorable and should be an anathema to all residents of our community. We agree with all elected officials, as well…
Harvey and Houston
Many of us are just shocked as the reports of continued destruction from Hurricane Harvey keep coming in from the Houston, Texas area. The fourth largest city in the United States is being virtually destroyed before our eyes by Mother…
Enjoy A Safe Labor Day Weekend
It may be hard to believe, but the summer of 2017 is entering its final week as we approach the traditional Labor Day weekend. “Time and tide wait for no man,” said the poet. The calendar never lies and soon…
Obituaries 08-30-2017
Rosemarie “Rose” LaCedra Of Revere, formerly of East Boston Rosemarie ‘Rose’ LaCedra of Revere, formerly of East Boston and Somerville, passed away on August 23. She was 83 years old. The cherished daughter of the late Domenic and Sarah (Ardolino)…
Eastie Pride Celebration
Rep. Adrian Madaro, City Councilor Sal LaMattina, APAC’s John White, Mayor Martin Walsh and Sen. Joseph Boncore cut the ceremonial cake to kickoff this year’s East Pride Day. John White, APAC’s longtime executive director was honored for his 50 years…