Special to the Times-Free Presse Mayor Michelle Wu announced Clare Kelly as her next Chief of Staff starting November 17. Kelly currently serves as the Director of Intergovernmental Relations (IGR) for Mayor Michelle Wu. Kelly will be stepping into her…
Month: October 2025
CASA Greets Judges, Community Leaders, and Supporters at Open House
Special to the Times-Free Press Boston Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA) hosted judges, community leaders, and supporters at their new headquarters at 151 Merrimac Street, celebrating unprecedented growth while highlighting the urgent need for more advocates. The organization is currently…
FBI Boston Announces “Operation Summer Heat” Results
Special to the Times-Free Press The Boston Division of the Federal Bureau of Investigation made 404 arrests over the past three months as part of “Operation Summer Heat,” the FBI’s nationwide effort to crush violent crime. FBI Boston ranked #3…
A Fitting Tribute to Bill Russell
The recent dedication of the “William Felton ‘Bill’ Russell Bridge” that connects Charlestown to the North End represents a fitting tribute to a wonderful man who not only was a sports legend, but who exemplified by the way he led…
At Last: Peace in the Middle East
The prospect of a lasting peace in the Middle East, a place that has been the root of so much pain and suffering in our world, truly is a reason for rejoicing today. The wars, bombings, and hostage-takings that have…
Boys Soccer Wins 4-0 over Swampscott
Coletta Zapata Introduces Resolution to Recognize Eastie as a Cultural District
Special to the Times Free-Press Boston City Councilor Gabriela Coletta Zapata (District 1) filed a resolution supporting the designation of an East Boston Cultural District. The designation will preserve landmarks and open spaces, promote local heritage, arts, and cultural enterprises,…
East Boston Chamber of Commerce joinedLapels grand opening and ribbon cutting
The East Boston Chamber of Commerce joined Lapels for a grand opening and ribbon cutting ceremony on Saturday, October 4, at their newest location at Liberty Plaza at Central Square here in East Boston. This East Boston Lapels is the…
Juvenile charged with stabbing another teen held without bail pending dangerousness hearing
Special to the Times-Free Press A 14-year-old juvenile is being held without bail pending a dangerousness hearing Monday after being charged with stabbing a 14-year-old near East Boston High School in September, Suffolk District Attorney Kevin Hayden announced. The juvenile,…
Boston Public Market celebrates 10 years of loving local at annual Harvest Party fundraiser
Special to the Times-Free Press The Boston Public Market (BPM) is proud to announce its annual Harvest Party will be held on Thursday, October 16, 2025 — This year is especially meaningful as BPM celebrate a major milestone: their 10th birthday! Since…