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…
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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…
Another No – Five Years in the Making
By Michael Coughlin Jr. A project which has origins that date back as far as five years ago at 2 Ford Street and 970 Saratoga Street was opposed by a resounding vote from those in attendance at the Orient Heights…
BPDA Approves IDP Changes
By Adam Swift Mayor Michelle Wu’s proposal to increase affordable housing units in new construction in the city was approved by the Boston Planning & Development Agency’s Board of Directors at its monthly meeting last week. The change to the…
Eastie Pride Day Set for August 19
The Eastie Pride Day committee announced that the annual Eastie Pride Day celebration event will take place on Saturday, August 19, from 2- 6 p.m. As in previous years, the community event showcases East Boston small businesses, restaurants, and non-profit…