Special to the Times This July, 218 East Boston community members from the Harborkeepers and Eastie Farms joined Save The Harbor/Save The Bay’s (STH/STB) free All Access Boston Harbor Cruises to Georges and Spectacle Island. “There’s no better way to…
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MBTA To Release RFQ for 3–5 Year $120 Million Renewable Energy Contract, Continues Leadership in Clean Transportation
The MBTA Board of Directors approved the release of a Request for Qualifications (RFQ) for an up-to-$120 million wholesale renewable electricity supply contract, upgrading the T’s commitment to renewable energy and continuing its leadership in clean transportation. The MBTA is…
Public Access Advocates Testify in Support of Guaranteed Hybrid Open Meetings
Special to the Times At a public hearing by the Joint Committee on State Administration and Regulatory Oversight, municipal leaders, disability advocates, and open government organizations are testifying in support of legislation that will guarantee greater access to open meetings…
East Boston Kids Joined Save the Harbor/Save the Bay’s Annual Beach Bash
On Wednesday, July 12, as heat and humidity soared, 500 kids beat the heat at Save the Harbor/Save the Bay’s annual Youth Beach Bash on DCR’s Constitution Beach in East Boston, including 68 people from Maverick Landing Community Service and the Boston…
Things To Do at the Revere Beach International Sand Sculpting Festival
Special to the Times-Free Press Get ready to immerse yourself in a world of creativity, fun, and unforgettable experiences! Whether you’re a fan of live entertainment, a huge foodie, bringing the whole family to the beach, or want to be…
GSCA Pondering Two Development Proposals
By Michael Coughlin Jr. Following the presentation of two separate proposed developments — 9 Geneva Street and 9 McKay Place — at the Gove Street Citizens Association’s (GSCA) regular meeting on Monday, members of the community got together to discuss…
Draft Recommendations for Waterfront and Evolving Industrial Areas Released
By Michael Coughlin Jr. As part of PLAN: East Boston, a planning initiative that touches on aspects such as zoning, design guidelines, and more, the Boston Planning and Development Agency (BPDA) held a community meeting on Tuesday, July 18, to…
BCYF Pino Community Center to Host Fun Fest on July 27
Special to the Times-Free Press On Thursday, bring your friends and family to a fun and free Neighborhood Fun Fest Party and learn more about your neighborhood community center! The Fun Fest will be held on July 27, from…
East Boston Neighborhood Health Center Unveils Newly Rebuilt Emergency Department
Special to the Times-Free Press East Boston Neighborhood Health Center (EBNHC), the largest community-based primary care health system in Massachusetts, announced the completion of its newly rebuilt Emergency Department (ED), a historic investment in emergency services for East Boston and…
EBMS Hosts 27th Annual ‘Taste of Eastie’
Special to the Times-Free Press East Boston Main Streets (EBMS) will host the 27th Annual “Taste of Eastie,” to be held on Tuesday, July 25, from 6-9 p.m. at the Tall Ship 1 Pier Drive, Boston, (rain date Tuesday, August…