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…