On the night of June 1, 1743, terror struck the schooner Rising Sun. After completing a routine smuggling voyage where the crew sold enslaved Africans in exchange for chocolate, sugar, and coffee in the Dutch colony of Suriname, the ship…
State Health Officials Announce Eighth Human Case of West Nile Virus in Massachusetts
The Massachusetts Department of Public Health (DPH) last week announced the eighth human case of West Nile virus (WNV) in the state this year. The individual is a male in his 50s who was exposed to WNV in Middlesex County.…
North End, Surrounding Area’s COVID Cases Drop Again
Two weeks ago, the North End and the surrounding area’s COVID weekly positive test rate dropped 25 percent and the positive cases continued to drop and dipped for a second week in a row. According to the weekly report released…
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D’Ambrosio Responds to Janey’s Executive Order to Change the Name of Columbus Day Senate candidate Anthony D’Ambrosio has issued the following statement on Boston Mayor Kim Janey to change the name of the Columbus Day Holiday to Indigenous Peoples’ Day:…
Rep. David Biele Backs Erin Murphy for City Council At-Large
State Representative David Biele, who represents South Boston and parts of Dorchester, has endorsed Erin Murphy to be Boston’s next At-Large City Councilor, praising her commitment to public safety and her heartfelt efforts to eradicate the scourge of substance abuse…
AAPI Action Group of Boston Endorses Annissa Essaibi George for Mayor
AAPI Action Group, a grassroots organization, founded by prominent Asian Americans of different descents proudly endorse Boston City Councilor Annissa Essaibi-George’s bid for mayor of Boston. Annissa’s work ethic, commitment to strong education, safe neighborhoods, and compassionate citizenship exemplifies the kind…