Month: December 2023
Looking Back at 2023: Some of East Boston’s Top Stories This Year
By Michael Coughlin Jr. As the sun sets on 2023, let us take a look back — in no particular order — at some of the standout stories in East Boston over the last year. PLAN: East Boston Saga Throughout…
Sen. Lydia Edwards’s Celebrates Birthday in Eastie With Community Members
Senator Lydia Edwards celebrated her 43rd birthday on December 13 at the Reel House. Supporters, as well as local and state officials, honored Edwards for her leadership, reflecting on her accomplishments in housing and LGBTQ+ pride. “I have been honored…
After Further Review… Jim Kearney One of the Best!
Jim Kearney made a tremendous impact on high school and college football as a referee and a supervisor of officials. On Monday, Dec. 18 the Gridiron Club of Greater Boston officially acknowledged Kearney’s 47 years of excellence and dedication with…
Boston Public Health Comm. Encourages Vaccination As Respiratory Virus Cases Rise
Special to the Times Recent data analyzed by the Boston Public Health Commission (BPHC) shows low vaccination rates and an increase in cases of respiratory viral illness in Boston. BPHC recommends people protect themselves and their communities from getting sick,…
DCR Dishes on Constitution Beach Playground Renovation
By Michael Coughlin Jr. Last week, the Department of Conservation and Recreation (DCR) held a public information meeting to discuss its plans to renovate the Constitution Beach Playground. “We are very excited to renovate this playground. This is one of…
Boston Harbor Now Announces Annual New Year’s Eve Waterfront Ice Sculpture Stroll
Special to the times Boston Harbor Now has announced the return of the annual New Year’s Eve Waterfront Ice Sculpture Stroll, with more ice sculptures than ever before in a variety of locations across the Boston Waterfront. The Waterfront Ice…
Mayor Wu Announces 2024 Civic Summit for Community Leaders, Members
Special to the Times Mayor Michelle Wu announced the Civic Summit, an event focused on uniting neighbors, civic leaders, and non-profit advocates in a dynamic forum featuring panels with local leaders and advocates. The Civic Summit, organized for the first…
EB Chamber Announces the Winners of Their 2023 Deck the Windows Holiday Decorating Contest
Special to the Times The East Boston Chamber of Commerce held their 2023 Deck the Windows holiday decorating contest. The Chamber’s President, Shirley Fabbo presented certificates and prizes to the three winners. Congratulations to: 1st Prize winner – El Valle…
Healey Proposes Regulations To Strengthen Resilience From Coastal and Inland Flooding
The Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection (MassDEP) today issued draft regulations to strengthen wetlands and stormwater resilience by providing flood control and preventing storm damage to shorelines and infrastructure from the impacts of climate change. The proposed regulations will help…