Revolutionary War Relics Found at Bunker Hill

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Archaeologists Discover Revolutionary War Relics at Bunker Hill

The City of Boston Archaeology Program announced Aug. 7 that June excavations at the Bunker Hill Monument uncovered gunflints, musket balls, and defensive trenches tied to the 1775 battle. Archaeologists dug in the monument's southwest and northwest quadrants, working with the Northeast Archeological Resources Program, American Veterans Archaeological Recovery, the National Parks of Boston and other partners. The work is part of a broader effort to better understand the battle in the year marking its 251st anniversary.

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Charles River Jazz Festival Fills Hatch Shell Today

The 6th annual Charles River Jazz Festival runs today from noon to 8:30 p.m. at the Hatch Memorial Shell, with free music headlined by Ghost-Note plus craft booths and food trucks.

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PLL Cannons Homecoming Weekend Continues at Harvard Stadium

The Premier Lacrosse League's Boston Cannons Homecoming Weekend continues today at Harvard Stadium, with California Palms vs. Boston Guard at 5:30 p.m. and California Redwoods vs. Boston Cannons at 8 p.m.

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Charlestown Residents' Association Sets August 10 Annual Meeting

The Charlestown Residents' Association holds its Annual Meeting Monday, August 10, at 7 p.m. in the Conference Center; all residents are welcome.

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State Senator DiDomenico Secures $5M for Local Infrastructure

Sen. Sal DiDomenico announced Aug. 7 he secured $5 million in municipal bond authorizations, plus poverty-reduction and e-bike access provisions, in the Senate's Economic Development bill.

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Courageous Sailing Hosts Flip Flop Party on the Pier Tonight

The Flip Flop Party on the Pier, a fundraiser for local youth sailing programs, runs tonight from 6-10 p.m. at Pier 4 in the Charlestown Navy Yard, with live music, drinks, and harbor views.

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The Great Elephant Migration Art Exhibit Opens in Back Bay Today

"The Great Elephant Migration" opens to the public today, installing 100 handcrafted, life-sized Indian elephant sculptures along Commonwealth Avenue Mall.

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City Council Votes to Oppose Proposed ICE Parking Leases Downtown

The Boston City Council adopted an emergency resolution Aug. 7 urging the city to block a proposal letting ICE lease 249 downtown parking spaces.

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Monument Square Study Committee Sets Next Working Meeting

The Monument Square Landmark District Study Committee holds a virtual working session Wednesday, Aug. 12, at 6:30 p.m. to discuss standards for the proposed Charlestown historic district.

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Elijah Wood & LOTR Stars Headline Fan Expo Boston Tonight

Elijah Wood, Sean Astin, Dominic Monaghan, and Billy Boyd reunite tonight for a 25th-anniversary Lord of the Rings panel at the Boston Convention and Exhibition Center as part of Fan Expo Boston.

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New England Aquarium Backs USACE Boston Coastal Storm Risk Study

The New England Aquarium voiced strong support Aug. 7 for the Draft Integrated Feasibility Report from the City of Boston and Army Corps of Engineers, which proposes coastal flood defenses for Boston.

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Massachusetts Sales Tax Holiday Suspends 6.25% Tax This Weekend

Massachusetts' annual sales tax holiday suspends the state's 6.25% sales tax on most retail purchases Saturday, Aug. 8, through Sunday, Aug. 9.

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