The following commentary is by Boston City Councilors Bill Linehan and Frank Baker regarding a proposed home rule petition to fund addiction recovery through an alcohol tax in the city of Boston. The effects of substance abuse in Boston are eroding the foundations of our neighborhoods. The results of this epidemic burden our public safety Read More…
https://youtu.be/4FW2Vw0vPG4 The Charlestown Navy Yard Community Association hosted a debate/forum between District 1 City Council candidates Lydia Edwards and Stephen Passacantilli on October 18th, 2017. Candidates discussed transportation, education, and other issues pertinent to living in Charlestown and how the candidates would support and advocate for the community if elected. (00:00 in video) Navy Yard Community Read More…
Don’t forget to vote in the Boston City Council election on Tuesday, November 3, 2015. Here is a sample ballot for District 1 (North End, East Boston, Charlestown): District 1 City Councilor Salvatore LaMattina is running unopposed for re-election. Similarly, Bill Linehan is running unopposed in District 2 (Downtown, South Boston). District 2 now includes Harbor Towers, Rowes Wharf and Read More…
