Christopher Columbus
CANCELLED: Italian American groups to rally to restore Columbus statue
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CANCELLED!
ITALIAN AMERICAN ALLIANCE SPONSORS CONFERENCE OF PROMINENT ITALIAN ORGANIZATIONS
RALLY SET FOR SUNDAY, JUNE 14TH AT 2 PM
AT CHRISTOPHER COLUMBUS PARK
TO DEMAND RESTORATION AND RETURN OF THE
CHRISTOPHER COLUMBUS STATUE
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Beheaded Columbus Statue To Be Removed From North End
June 10, 2020
News-2020
Answering the call in a crisis, East Boston Community Soup Kitchen delivers for families
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Cargo Ventures helps in time of need
In 2016, Sandra Nijjar found herself without a job, a stark challenge for a resident where the cost of living in Boston increases every day. But unemployment wasn't an obstacle. If there was not a job out there for her, she came up with an idea and created one for herself although it...
Covid19
As the Covid-19 crisis engulfs East Boston, the YMCA’s pursuit of community wellness shines through
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Shifting gears, East Boston YMCA stays true to its mission: Community Wellness; Cargo Ventures' donation arrives at critical point for YMCA
The historic landmark building where the East Boston YMCA calls home is quiet. Its 2800 members remain at home and not at its Bremen Street facility or at its satellite location on Ashley Street.
The exercise classes are gone, for...
Covid19
Walsh announces distribution of $4 million to support small business in every neighborhood, in most impacted industries due to Covid-19
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(BOSTON - Thursday, May 21, 2020) - Continuing a policy of rapid, equitable, and transparent relief and support from the COVID-19 pandemic to all Bostonians, Mayor Martin J. Walsh announced that nearly $4 million in debt-free grants have been distributed to over 1,100 small businesses in every neighborhood across the City of Boston through the Small Business Relief Fund,...
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Answering the call in a crisis, East Boston Community Soup Kitchen delivers for families
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Cargo Ventures pitches in when it matters
In 2016, Sandra Nijjar found herself without a job, a stark challenge for a resident where the cost of living in Boston increases every day. But unemployment wasn't an obstacle. If there was not a job out there for her, she came up with an idea and created one for herself although it...
News-2020
Mayor Walsh, MGH announce results of antibody and COVID-19 testing for Boston Residents
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BOSTON - Friday, May 15, 2020 - Mayor Martin J. Walsh, together with Massachusetts General Hospital (MGH), and the Boston Public Health Commission (BPHC), today announced the study to evaluate community exposure to COVID-19 through a representative sampling of asymptomatic Boston residents resulted in 9.9% testing positive for antibodies and 2.6% of currently asymptomatic individuals testing positive for COVID-19....
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Remarks from the Mayor's office 5/14/2020
"The Small Business Relief Fund grants are critical to help struggling small businesses across the city address challenges brought on by COVID-19," said Mayor Walsh. "These businesses are the backbone of our economy, and the lifeblood of our communities. I'm proud we are able to assist them during this time, and...
Remarks from the Mayor's office 5/14/2020
"The Small Business Relief Fund grants are critical to help struggling small businesses across the city address challenges brought on by COVID-19," said Mayor Walsh. "These businesses are the backbone of our economy, and the lifeblood of our communities. I'm proud we are able to assist them during this time, and am grateful to...
Covid19
Baker-Polito Administration Announces Four-Phase Approach to Reopening and Publishes Mandatory Workplace Safety Standards
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New standards will apply to all workplaces when phased reopening begins
BOSTON (May 10, 2020) — Today, the Baker-Polito Administration announced a four-phase approach to reopening the Massachusetts economy amidst the COVID-19 pandemic, and published Mandatory Workplace Safety Standards that will apply across all sectors and industries once reopening begins.
The goal of the phased reopening, based ...
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Mayor Walsh Column: Emergency care has not been put on hold. If you need medical assistance, seek help.
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By Mayor Martin J. Walsh
During this public health emergency, many of us are feeling stressed and anxious. Days are uncertain and our routines have shifted. Many people are working remotely, or have lost their jobs. Students are learning online. Many of our favorite events have been canceled. For some time now, I have urged...
By Mayor Martin J. Walsh
During this public health emergency, many of us are feeling stressed and anxious. Days are uncertain and our routines have shifted. Many people are working remotely, or have lost their jobs. Students are learning online. Many of our favorite events have been canceled. For some time now, I have urged you to follow many precautions...
More information from the Boston Public Health Commission.
East Boston Neighborhood Health Center
East Boston Neighborhood Health Center is now testing 7 days a week! (April 21, 2020)
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The East Boston Neighborhood Health Center is now offering COVID-19 testing seven days a week to patients as well as community residents who have flu-like symptoms or have been in contact with someone who is COVID-19 positive.
IMPORTANT: Community residents who are EBNHC patients must call EBNHC at 617-569-5800 to pre-register for screening and testing at our two new EBNHC...