Modernizing: Local Legislators Call for Greater Emphasis on Decarbonization in MBTA Capital Plan
By Adam Swift Local legislators want to see the MBTA place a greater emphasis on electrification of its rail, bus, and subway systems in its latest capital improvement plan. On Thursday, April 13, the MBTA held the last of its…
Civilian Flaggers on the Horizon?
By Michael Coughlin Jr. Louise Johnson and Paige Sparks from Jamaica Plain’s Neighborhood and Public Service Committees joined the Jeffries Point Neighborhood Association’s (JPNA) monthly meeting on Monday, Apr. 10, to gauge interest in the civilian flaggers ballot initiative. This…
Jury Has Been Selected for the Javier Garcia Martinez Trial
Special to the Times-Free Press A jury has been selected in the trial of Javier Garcia Martinez. Opening statements began on April 18. Martinez, 42, is charged with armed assault to murder; assault & battery with a dangerous weapon, serious…
East Boston Native Receives Award for First Book
Poet and social activist, Essmaa Litim, received an EXTRAordinary Women award from the Mayor’s Office of Women’s Advancement in March. The life-long East Boston resident is a first generation Algerian American who is dedicated to raising awareness about immigration and…
Sen. Edwards and Rep. Madaro Speak in Favor of a Low-Income Fare
Senator Lydia Edwards and Representative Adrian Madaro spoke today in support of the Low Income Fare legislation that would compel the MBTA to implement a low-income fare system and allows Regional Transit Authorities to study and implement similar programs. The…