Nearly two years into the project to replace the aging Chelsea Street drawbridge with a new vertical-lift bridge and everything has been going as smooth as can be according to Project Manager John Vitagliano. “We are still on schedule and…
Lima and Cagiano will receive ABCD Community Awards
Two East Boston residents and community heroes will be among 28 people honored for their contributions to the community at the Action for Boston Community Development (ABCD) 36th Annual Community Awards Dinner on Friday, October 29 at the Seaport World…
Heritage Apartments set for $15.7 million in upgrades
The Boston Redevelopment Authority Board has approved $15.7 million in upgrades to the existing Heritage Apartment complex in East Boston. The Heritage is a 294-unit public housing development bordered by Sumner Street, South Bremen Street, Father Jacobbe Lane, and the…
Blue Hills ends East Boston’s three-game winning streak
After losing their first game 24 to 6 against Austin Prep during the season opener the East Boston High School football team went on a tear beating Dorchester 32-0, Amesbury 42-26, Charlestown 8-0 and West Roxbury 28-20. The Jets headed…
Track will pay tribute to Ask Queenie on October 30
Ask Queenie, one of the most decorated Massachusetts-bred thoroughbreds of all time, has been retired after a brilliant eight-year career that included 20 state-bred stakes wins at Suffolk Downs. In recognition of her outstanding achievements, Suffolk Downs will salute Ask…
Question 3 – More will be said than done
The State sales tax has risen to 6.25%. A ballot measure to cut the sales tax to 3% has generated an enormous response from residents across the commonwealth. Democrats and Republicans alike share the belief that the sales tax should…