BOSTON, MA – August 18, 2023 – The latest employment figures from the Executive Office of Labor and Workforce Development reveal positive trends for Massachusetts as the state's unemployment rate dropped to 2.5 percent in July, down by 0.1 percentage point from the revised June estimate of 2.6 percent.
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) preliminary job estimates,...
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Little Amal — whose name means ‘hope’ in Arabic — is a 12-foot puppet of a refugee Syrian child who has traveled to 13 countries. She began her journey from the Syrian border and carries a message of hope for displaced people everywhere, especially children who have been separated from their families.
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Legislature Passes Fiscal Year 2024 Budget
$56.2B budget agreement provides for historic levels of investment ineducation, housing, regional transportation, and health care
(BOSTON–7/31/23) Today, the Legislature enacted a $56.2 billion budget for Fiscal Year 2024 (FY24), reconciling differences between the versions of the budget passed by the House of Representatives and Senate and earlier this year. The FY24 conference committee report...
East Boston Neighborhood Health Center celebrates 15 years of providing fresh and locally sourced healthy foods to the community
Boston, MA (August 14, 2023) — East Boston Neighborhood Health Center (EBNHC) capped off National Farmers Market Week and National Health Center Week with a visit from the Healey-Driscoll Administration, the Massachusetts Department of Agriculture Resources (MDAR), and other city, state,...
Funding from the newly approved state budget will support health-related social needs of vulnerable migrant families upon arrival
Boston, MA (August 9, 2023) — Today, Governor Maura Healey signed the state’s Fiscal Year 2024 (FY24) budget that includes $250,000 for East Boston Neighborhood Health Center (EBNHC) to strengthen its support for migrant families in its service area, as well as...
Obituary from Ruggerio Funeral Home.
Obituary
Vincent "Vinnie" D. Basile, a dedicated public servant, accomplished scholar, and beloved member of the community, passed away on August 1st, 2023. He leaves behind a profound legacy of unwavering commitment to making a difference in the lives of others.
Born on January 26, 1940, in Winthrop, Massachusetts, Vinnie spent most of his life in his...
Boston, Mass - The Massachusetts Commission on the Status of Women (MCSW) hosted their 20th Annual Commonwealth Heroines celebration on Friday, June 23, in the Great Hall of Flags in the Massachusetts State House. The special luncheon honored over 127 women who have performed unheralded acts throughout the year, improving our communities.
In a collaborative effort with state legislators, the...
The annual East Boston Main Street event draws hundreds to the neighborhood's waterfront to taste samplings from local eateries. Organizers said this year's Taste of Eastie, like last year's, was sold out. Old time residents mixed with newcomers on Pier 1. Many can't wait for next year's Taste of Eastie gathering. Postponed because of rain last week, the weather...
EAST BOSTON, MA – On Saturday, September 9, 2023, Sen. Lydia Edwards’ office, in conjunction with ZUMIX, Veronica Robles Cultural Center, East Boston Main Streets, and the City of Boston will present the second annual East Boston Latin Music & Dance Festival: “Sonidos de la Gente” for free at East Boston Memorial Park from 1PM – 7PM.
The festival will...
BOSTON – The Massachusetts Port Authority (Massport) has announced the Runway 15R-33L Safety and Pavement Rehabilitation Project schedule for this summer.In collaboration with the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), Massport will begin work on Runway 15R-33L in August, with construction planned for approximately 100 days.
Serving as the longest runway at Boston Logan, Runway 15R-33L is primarily used by the FAA...
Learn about how Ms. Winfrey serves probationers in the communities of Charlestown, Chelsea, East Boston, Revere, and Winthrop.
Read more at Mass.gov.
BCYF Pino Community Center to Host Fun Fest on July 27
Mark your calendar and 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 Thursday, July 27, from 5-7 p.m. at BCYF Pino Community Center, 86 Boardman Street in East...
The East Boston Republican Ward Committee is holding its bimonthly meeting Tuesday evening, August 1, 2023 starting at 6:30 p. m. The meeting will be at Kelley Square Pub, at 84 Bennington Street (at the corner of Marion Street) in East Boston.
Registered East Boston Republicans and unenrolled voters are welcome and encouraged to attend.
For more information please call the...
EAST BOSTON, MA (July 17, 2023)- Last week, the Eastie Pride Day committee announced that the annual Eastie Pride Day celebration event will take place on Saturday, August 19th from 2:00pm to 6:00pm. As in previous years, the community event showcases East Boston small businesses, restaurants, and non-profit organizations within one location for East Boston residents to both support...
