REVERE – Founded in 1951 by Frank McCarthy and Ray Carey as a hot dog stand, Kelly’s Roast Beef is an iconic staple that opened its doors at America’s first public beach—Revere Beach the two friends also worked at the Paul Roger House where Carey was a manager and McCarthy was the chef a previously booked wedding at the Paul Roger House got cancelled and left the pair stuck with an abundance of roast beef they took the beef over to the hot dog stand and served it over grilled hamburger rolls What they expected to last until the end of the day sold out within an hour CEO of AAM15 David Masse said in a statement: “Growing up in this region Kelly’s was always a part of my life It’s more than just a restaurant—it’s a symbol of community and tradition We’re proud to take on the responsibility of continuing Kelly’s legacy and ensuring it thrives for generations to come.” The Logan International Airport and seven Florida locations are not part of the sale and AAM15 already owned Kelly’s locations in Dedham Kelly’s lasting power of over 70 years is largely due to their signature roast beef sandwiches but they are known for their seafood offerings as well Other mouthwatering favorites include homemade claim chowder otherwise known as milkshakes to outsiders Candace M. of Cape Coral, Florida had this to say on Yelp heard about the Boston chain opening in Ft Myers a small one which is pretty big; I got it the Three Way which is BBQ sauce Hub got the steak & cheese; he liked it but said it was a little dry; needed some kind of sauce on it We also got cheese fries which have crumbled bacon on them Hub got a Diet Coke which he’s a freak about it being good or bad & he said it was really good Fast food sandwich chain Arby’s cites Kelly’s Roast Beef as an inspiration in the book “Arby’s Great Taste Endures: 35 Years of Success.” The two founders who claimed to have invented the modern roast beef sandwich named the well-known restaurant after their friend Reputation of Anthony’s Pier 4 restaurant remains anchored The Wursthaus was a Harvard Square institution Kowloon restaurant remains an iconic dining destination on Route 1 Please enable JS and disable any ad blocker The new single from Revere Rivers is truly powerful stuff The layered instrumentation and Rivers’ vocal performance combine to generate an incredibly atmospheric song in ‘A Girl Named Happiness’ creates the impression of an intimate conversation; it’s delicate quietly pulling the listener into his words James Gadson delivers a light yet insistent rhythm on the drums and everything else hangs on the subtle but urgent feel he creates David Ralicke arranged and performed the horns which make ‘A Girl Named Happiness’ quietly epic alongside Rivers’ piano and Hammond B-3 is simple but effective – Rivers appears alone and delivers his words with great feeling Rivers says of the song: “I wrote ‘A Girl Named Happiness’ during a dark night of the soul season I was having a hard time sleeping and would wake up in the middle of the night ‘A Girl Named Happiness’ is a metaphor for the inner joy I started to find in getting ideas I heard swirling in my head and desperately writing them down on paper I went into a studio and recorded a stripped-down version built around my voice and a lonesome acoustic guitar When Los Angeles-based record producer Marvin Etzioni got to know me more he learned about my piano training in New Orleans I was a huge fan of his work with Bill Withers and Marvin Gaye We finished the final overdubs with horn arranger David Ralicke The video of ‘A Girl Named Happiness’ might look like a lonely man with just an acoustic guitar it’s a homage to the sound I’ve been feeling in my soul for years and years that seems to be possible when one starts with a song written in darkness.” The single will appear on “I Was Born of Water” who has worked with the likes of Counting Crows While you’re waiting for the full collection absorb ‘A Girl Named Happiness’ – a moody and heartfelt introduction to Revere Rivers Essentials: The Top 10 John Paul White Songs Bruce Springsteen “Faithless” – looking for something to hold onto Δdocument.getElementById( "ak_js_1" ).setAttribute( "value" Δdocument.getElementById( "ak_js_2" ).setAttribute( "value" This site uses Akismet to reduce spam. 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Parades and fireworks come every year to commemorate the birth of America Half the nation fears President Donald Trump’s seeming rush toward despotism What does it mean to celebrate the semiquincentennial — yes it’s a word — over the months leading to July Fourth he was a patriot,” Cole said Wednesday at his barn on the Patuxent River patriots are the ones on the left and the right who can stand together in the middle.” Reenactors and historians will carry LED lanterns to the State House and then to the balcony atop the dome starting at 7:15 p.m they’ll signal Coale to ride down Maryland Avenue Annapolis poet laureate Jefferson Holland will recite “The Ride of Paul Revere.” The words although they inaccurately describe that ride In the hour of darkness and peril and need The Maryland State House is standing in for the Old North Church in Boston where the Sons of Liberty used lanterns on April 18 to signal that Royal troops were crossing Boston Harbor in a drive to find radical hideouts A network set up by Revere quietly left Boston and rode in secret to warn rebel leaders Sam Adams and John Hancock No one shouted about the British because everyone was British Shots were fired in Lexington and Concord on April 19 In 2016, Congress set up the America250 Commission to and unifying commemoration in the nation’s history,” culminating on July 4 Unsatisfied, Trump set up his own White House task force in January but also the president’s grievances with protesters and his plan for an American heroes sculpture garden Funding for some celebrations has been slashed The National Endowment for the Humanities killed 85% of its grants That includes 43% of the Maryland Humanities Council’s $1.2 million budget the impact on Maryland Humanities’ ability to continue our programs as they currently exist will be catastrophic,” said Claudia Allen Even as Trump works to whitewash the American story Gov. Wes Moore established the MD Two Fifty Commission with funding for grants from $500 to $7,000 to support local programs “I am descended from four grandparents who were immigrants but we didn’t participate,” said Michele W So my job is to make sure that no Marylander feels that way.” Last fall, Chesapeake Crossroads and the Annapolis 250th Commission staged a drone-light recreation of the 1774 burning of the brig Peggy Stewart and its cargo of tea and telling the story of the Revolution was long a tale of white patriots fighting for a flawed liberty has expanded its narrative with the perspectives of Black and Asian people The Maryland 250th celebration will culminate next year with the dedication of a monument to Black heroes of the Revolution in Annapolis It will transform the State House grounds once occupied by a statue of Roger Taney the Supreme Court chief justice who ruled that Black people were forever an enslaved class “I like the idea that these lights are a beacon to call people together to remember and to sort of unite in thinking about the Revolution,” said State Archivist Elaine Rice Bachmann a member of the trust and the state commission Getting people to pay attention to history can be hard director of Chesapeake Crossroads Heritage convinced the state and Annapolis commissions to stage the Two Lights event a friend who runs the Marlboro Hunt Club in Prince George’s County He’s been working around horses since he was 14 he’s like the famed patriot he will portray working as a silversmith in a rambling house steps from the Old North Church He helped devise the system of lights and riders that sent the warning to Lexington and Concord Plenty of people won’t want the celebrations to be political what lessons does the story of a patriot on a horse offer today “I’m trying to reconcile what we’re talking about,” Cox said “Is this one of those moments that the past meets the present?” This column has been updated to correctly identify Jason Cole Rick Hutzell rick.hutzell@thebaltimorebanner.com Rick Hutzell is the Annapolis columnist for The Baltimore Banner He writes about what's happening today how we got here and where we're going next he led the newspaper to a Pulitzer Prize for coverage of the 2018 mass shooting in its newsroom Welcome to The Banner's subscriber-only commenting community. 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If the problem persists, please contact customer service at 443-843-0043 or customercare@thebaltimorebanner.com A .boston.gov website belongs to an official government organization in the City of Boston Boston 250 to celebrate city’s revolutionary past and present by highlighting Boston’s significant role in shaping historic events Mayor Michelle Wu today announced the launch of Boston 250 a yearlong commemoration honoring the city’s foundational role in the American Revolution and its ongoing legacy of activism April 18 to bring residents and visitors together across the North End and Charlestown marking 250 years since the historic ride of Paul Revere The event will feature historic reenactments a performance by musicians of the Boston Pops By marking this milestone with community-based events in the very places where the Revolution began the City is inviting all Boston residents to reflect on their role in a living history that continues to unfold Boston has been at the heart of the American story—a place where bold ideas and the fight for justice have shaped our nation’s path,” said Mayor Michelle Wu “As we celebrate Boston’s role in the 250th birthday of our country but the everyday revolutionaries who continue to make a difference in the community and shape our city’s future.” “Massachusetts is where the American Revolution began with events like the Boston Tea Party and Paul Revere’s Midnight Ride and it is where the Revolution continues as we look to the future,” said Governor Maura Healey “This great event will capture the spirit of the Revolution by bringing together the state the contributions Massachusetts made to the founding of this country ordinary people of Massachusetts sparked the Revolution that changed the world," said Lieutenant Governor Kim Driscoll we're excited to recognize the role Massachusetts played in our nation’s founding with everyone in the City of Boston While this event serves as an opportunity to celebrate our state's storied past this is also ​our moment to celebrate the next 250 years and celebrate the revolutionary spirit that’ll guide our next generation of leaders." Paul Revere’s Ride on April 18 will kick off at 5:30 p.m with a historic reenactment at Paul Revere House followed by a table read of the original play “Revolution’s Edge” at Paul Revere Mall in the North End Mayor Wu will officially launch Boston 250 and headline a short program at the Paul Revere Mall alongside special guests and performers including a brass quintet from the Boston Pops NBC10’s Latoyia Edwards will emcee the event and Lieutenant Governor Kim Driscoll will also attend The lanterns in the Old North Church will be lit and a lantern procession will follow Paul Revere to the Harborwalk at Langone Park a drone show over the Harbor will further illuminate the evening and can be viewed and heard at both Langone Park in the North End and Pier 1 in Charlestown Navy Yard Dunkin’ will also be onsite at Langone Park with free samples for attendees The drone show will be immediately followed by Paul Revere’s row from the North End across the Harbor to Charlestown where Paul will mount his horse and begin his famed midnight ride.  In Charlestown, children can decorate lanterns at the USS Constitution Museum, there will be talks at City Square to further contextualize the evening, and Paul Revere will visit various bars and restaurants along Main Street as he rides. The night will conclude with the illumination of Bunker Hill Monument. All of these events are free and open to the public. A full schedule of events can be found on boston.gov/boston250.  “Boston made up the heart and soul of the American Revolution leading the rest of the colonies towards independence it is only fitting that we honor the individuals who made that happen by kicking off the 250th anniversary of Paul Revere’s Ride in the North End,” said Representative Aaron Michlewitz Chair of the House Committee on Ways & Means (D-Boston) “I want to thank the City of Boston and Mayor Wu for helping to organize these events and all the nonprofits that are helping to make the 250th anniversary celebrations possible.” "Boston 250 reminds us that the spirit of revolution didn’t end in 1775—it lives on in the grit and independence of every Bostonian today,” said Boston City Councilor Gabriela Coletta Zapata “From the lanterns in Old North to the waters of Charlestown this commemoration is about honoring Paul Revere’s ride while celebrating the legacy of everyday people who dare to imagine a better future and fight to make it real." The Office of Historic Preservation plays a vital role in preserving and celebrating Boston’s rich history the Office works to safeguard historic sites and support heritage-based storytelling that keeps Boston’s revolutionary spirit alive for generations to come “Paul Revere’s ride was a defining moment in the fight for American independence and the story of Boston’s people—then and now—is one of resilience and transformation,” said Kathy Kottaridis Director of the Office of Historic Preservation “Boston’s 250th is an opportunity to honor our past while ensuring that history remains a vital and accessible part of our city’s future.” Boston 250 will continue throughout the year with a series of events and community programs exploring the city’s revolutionary past and its ongoing commitment to civic progress Upcoming events will include a commemoration of the 250th anniversary of the Battle of Bunker Hill in Charlestown in June Residents and visitors alike are encouraged to join in this historic commemoration which highlights Paul Revere and the other patriots that evening as enduring symbols of courage and resilience in challenging times,” said Nina Zannieri “Boston was a key city in the American Revolution,” said Amanda Zettel President of the Charlestown Preservation Society and member of the Bunker Hill 250 Coalition a group of organizations committed to preserving Boston’s revolutionary legacy “It was a vital port and transportation center known for its strong spirit of independence and resistance to imperial control We’re proud to remember how Paul Revere and his fellow revolutionaries including nine prominent patriots in Charlestown dared to alert colonists to approaching troops and ignited a rebellion that paved the way for freedom and representation.”   “The commemoration events taking place across the North End and Charlestown have been made possible with significant support from National Park Service and the City of Boston,” said Nikki Stewart Executive Director of Old North Illuminated “We are excited to offer so many opportunities to connect the past with the present.” "Boston Harbor Now is proud to help activate the Boston Harborwalk as part of Ride to Revolution connecting Boston’s storied past with its vibrant present and future By linking the City's waterfront historic and enduring role as a place of transformation we’re inviting all Bostonians——to take part in this living legacy,” said Rebecca Smerling “The waterfront is a powerful place to gather “The USS Constitution Museum is proud to join the City of Boston and our fellow historic institutions in commemorating this crucial moment in the birth of our country As we light the way of Paul Revere’s journey we hope these lanterns will not only commemorate his path to Charlestown—but also inspire our community to keep the spirit of freedom burning bright,” said    Dennis Langwell Interim President & CEO; Chairman of the Board of Trustees The Boston 250 launch will introduce the Boston 250 brand a design as dynamic and forward-looking as the city itself Designed to reflect the many faces and voices of Boston with a set of seven logo versions that connect the city’s past and future in a collective representation of the city’s spirit.  bucking tradition has been a Boston tradition,” said Ellen Foord Chief Creative Officer in the Department of Innovation and Technology as a city rarely satisfied with the status quo it only made sense that our design would reflect Boston’s willingness to run contrary to expectations.”  “From Revolution to Revolutionary,” is intended to honor the generational  courage and conviction that shaped history from Boston’s patriots to today’s changemakers For more information on Boston 250 and upcoming events, visit boston.gov/boston250 Events are being held in Boston and Lexington in the evening of April 18 (see below for a schedule) and Americans are taking part in "Two Lights for Tomorrow." The two lights are also a symbol of the lanterns hung in Christ Church (now Old North Church) as a message to the colonists "The two lanterns were a predetermined signal stating that the British troops planned to row 'by sea' across the Charles River to Cambridge, rather than march 'by land' out Boston Neck," according to the Paul Revere House. Revere was one of two messengers sent from Boston by Dr. Joseph Warren to let the residents of Lexington and Concord know that Gen Thomas Gage was sending troops to try to capture John Hancock and Samuel Adams who were staying in Lexington and the firearms and cannons were being hidden in Concord Revere and Williams Dawes were joined in the respective missions by Dr "At about eleven o’clock Revere set off on horseback After narrowly avoiding capture just outside of Charlestown Revere changed his planned route and rode through Medford He then alarmed almost all the houses from Medford through Menotomy (today’s Arlington) — carefully avoiding the Royall Mansion whose property he rode through (Isaac Royall was a well-known Loyalist) — and arrived in Lexington sometime after midnight," according to the Paul Revere House Revere became part of American folklore of the American Revolutionary War and the march towards independence from England because of his political advocacy in the 1770s as well as Henry Wadsworth Longfellow's poem "Paul Revere's Ride." How to learn more Paul Revere's midnight ride 250th anniversary is this year. Immersive free exhibit opens 'It’s the most consequential revolution' Ken Burns' newest film is about the American Revolution. What he said in Lexington The evening builds to a dramatic crescendo: watch Revere mount the horse and race off on his legendary ride at 9:10 p.m What: Lexington was preparing for battle long before British soldiers arrived on April 19th Their destination: the home of Reverend Jonas Clarke Their mission: To warn John Hancock and Samuel Adams of the impending British raid Their arrival would start the chain of events leading to armed rebellion on Lexington Green at dawn the next day Free and open to the public! For more information about this specific event, click here. What are the Boston 250 anniversary events for Paul Revere's RideA reenactment and series of immersive activities hosted by a coalition of local Boston organizations to bring "past to life allowing attendees to experience historic sites as they trace Revere’s journey through Boston's North End and across the river to Charlestown," according to a release from the Freedom Trail Foundation U.S. Trotting News Plainville, MA — Ayeaye Captain Deo (Captaintreacherous-Oceania) remained undefeated in 2025 after getting up late to win the $100,000 Paul Revere Pace for 3-year-olds at Plainridge Park on Thursday (May 1) afternoon Dune Buggy (Tim Tetrick) and Waterfront (Jason Bartlett) traded leads off the gate before Primo Maschio (Walter Case Jr.) took the front passing the :26.2 quarter But that lead was short lived as Dune Buggy was back out and motoring in front of the stands and grabbed the point where he stayed until very late in the race Ayeaye Captain Deo (Todd McCarthy) pulled first-over from fourth in pursuit of Dune Buggy who was still in command and looking strong Ayeaye Captain Deo finally drew alongside Dune Buggy as they went by three-quarters and the pair pulled away from the field in the last turn while matching strides all the way This match race continued into the straight and into deep stretch where Ayeaye Captain Deo edged ahead of Dune Buggy by one-half length to win in 1:50.4 The time was a lifetime best for the winner and only one-fifth of a second of the stake record Ayeaye Captain Deo ($4.40) is now two for two this year for owner Gino Toscani and trainer Garry Merner Jr The next Grand Circuit stop at Plainridge will be in two weeks when the $100,000 Grade 3 Battle of Bunker Hill 3-year-old Open Trot will take place and trainer Gretchen Athearn all registered three wins apiece in overnight action during Thursday’s card Racing resumes at Plainridge Park on Monday (May 5) at 4 p.m when there will be a $5,368 carryover available in the Wicked Hi-5 pentafecta in race six Free full past performance programs and race replays for all live racing days at Plainridge Park can be found at plainridgeparkcasino.com What is the USTA? Become a Member Renew Discounts Free Account Member Services Department Directory MyAccount Hoof Beats Magazine Join Morris County’s “Two If By Sea” Campaign; Shine Two Lamps for Two Hours Paul Revere and other American patriots rode into the night of April 18 warning Minute Men and militias in Massachusetts that British troops were crossing the mouth of the Charles River from Boston to seize their guns and quell their budding rebellion were triggered by a simple signal: two lanterns hung from the bell tower of Boston’s tallest building Two lanterns meant the troops were crossing the Charles River at the Boston Harbor or “Two If By Sea,” and the next day the British were met in Lexington and Concord by armed militants in skirmishes that became known as “the shot heard round the world.” in celebrating “Two If By Sea,” that fateful evening 250 years ago when the lamps were hung lanterns or lights for two hours in the windows of homes stores and town halls or schools between 8 p.m The simple homage will begin April 18 with the Morris County Board of County Commissioners and the Morris County 250th Anniversary Steering Committee shining two beacons from both the Morris County Courthouse and St Peter’s Episcopal Church in Morristown as the Old North Church in Boston was also an Anglican church in 1775 Revere is credited with developing the signal plan: One lantern if the British marched out of Boston via a land bridge to the mainland; two lanterns if they rowed boats across the mouth of the Charles River from Boston in their march to Lexington and Concord Henry Wadsworth Longfellow memorialized – and romanticized – the events 85 years later with his famous poem and two if by sea; and I on the opposite shore will be ready to ride and spread the alarm through every Middlesex village and farm for the country-folk to be up and to arm.” The signal activated a network of riders -- including Paul Revere and William Dawes -- who spread the word across Massachusetts’ countryside colonial militia were ready for British forces in Lexington where the first shots of the Revolutionary War were fired and then again as the battered British moved on to Concord “This campaign brings us together to honor the night that changed the course of our nation,” said Morris County Commissioner Christine Myers liaison to the Morris County 250th Anniversary Steering Committee public buildings and landmarks across Morris County shining with two lights to reflect on the bravery of our forefathers that brought about a pivotal moment in our history.” Everyone is encouraged to take photos of homes, businesses and other places joining the event and to post them to social media using #TwoIfBySea and #MorrisCounty250. Please mention @MorrisCountyNJ for a reshare from the county. Photos can also be emailed directly to 250@morriscountyalliance.org Please include name or business name for a photo credit “Lighting two lanterns didn’t just warn a town it activated a movement,” said Commissioner Deputy Director Stephen Shaw “It was the first signal in a revolution driven by ordinary citizens standing up for extraordinary ideals.” The Morris County Commissioners are formally endorsing the campaign with a proclamation to be adopted More events and programs will be announced throughout 2025 and 2026 as Morris County continues to commemorate its critical role in the founding of the United States You can view the "Two Lights If By Sea" proclamation calling on citizens to display two lights on April 18 below, or as a PDF file here Image 1: The equestrian statue of Paul Revere by Cyrus Edwin Dallin is installed at Paul Revere Mall near the Old North Church in Boston Newsletter sign-up and archive MA — The Grand Circuit makes its first 2025 visit to Plainridge Park on Thursday (May 1) as the track hosts the $100,000 3-year-old Paul Revere Pace A full field of nine pacers will go postward in what appears to be a wide open betting event that features a Wicked Hi-5 pentafecta wager with a $3,764 carryover pool.  Some of the main contenders include Primo Maschio (Badlands Hanover-Primadonna) who was a winner of $174,170 last year that came from nine wins and two seconds in only 11 starts and included stake victories in the $110,000 finals of the Delaware Standardbred Breeders Fund Stake at both Harrington Raceway and Dover Downs Primo Maschio is a perfect three-for-three and he comes in fresh off a qualifying tightener after a three week break Trainer Kevin Lare has called on Walter Case Jr to steer and they drew post three for the start Starting from the pylon position is Dune Buggy (Huntsville-Dune In Red) who is coming off a very impressive win in the Weiss consolation at Pocono Downs at Mohegan Pennsylvania He tipped at the half and powered his way to a two-length Dune Buggy has yet to miss a check this year and with the good draw should be a major factor here for trainer Nick DeVita who has Tim Tetrick in the bike again for this outing Waterfront (Papi Rob Hanover-Db Blue Chip) was a consistent stake performer in Pennsylvania at two but hasn’t seen the track since August of last year he turned in a sparkling performance in his seasonal debut qualifier at Pocono where he won easily in 1:53.2 with a :27 kicker Jason Bartlett will be onboard for trainer Hunter Oakes Ayeaye Captain Deo (Captaintreacherous-Oceana) amassed $62,458 in earnings at two while showing good foot in Ontario stake action that included some very impressive performances in the Dream Maker at Woodbine Mohawk Park And after two solid qualifiers to start this year Ayeaye Captain Deo reeled off a 2-1/4 length 1:53.4 win in his initial overnight outing that was also at Mohawk Todd McCarthy makes the trip to New England to drive for trainer Garry Merner Jr The Paul Revere Pace is carded as race six on the 11 race program and it is scheduled to go off at 5:40 p.m Post time for the first race at Plainridge Park is 4 p.m.  Free full past performance programs and race replays for all live racing days at Plainridge Park can be found at plainridgeparkcasino.com under the racing tab SALT LAKE CITY — Paul Revere died nearly three decades before Mormon pioneers entered the Salt Lake Valley and settled in what would eventually become America's 45th state Douglas McGregor believes Revere's legendary ride through the Boston area the night before the battles of Lexington and Concord ignited the American Revolution — historic moments that turn 250 over the next few days — and played a significant role in setting off a chain reaction "Utah is made up of American citizens and as Americans we all share the same heritage — whether it took place in the 13 colonies or took place in Texas," said McGregor state secretary and treasurer of the Utah Sons of the American Revolution and that is our heritage; that is our history." Utah is now commemorating those moments with a series of events at the Utah Capitol Friday night and Saturday morning the exact anniversaries of the pivotal moments leading up to the founding of the United States The events are led by Utah chapters of the Sons and Daughters of the American Revolution in coordination with America250 Utah with the first taking place on the Capitol lawn from 8-10 p.m Two replicas of the lanterns used on the night of April 18 and experts will be on hand to answer all the burning questions history buffs may have Federal judge and author Ted Stewart will deliver a keynote address and there will be a performance by the Hope for American Children's Choir It's the first time Utah will celebrate Patriots' Day after state leaders passed a resolution recognizing the holiday that honors the start of the American Revolution "Utah has never made this big of a celebration of April 19," McGregor told KSL.com Many more anniversary events are still to come Navy and Marines will happen at different points later this year July is the beginning of a one-year countdown to the nation's 250th birthday That's when the commission will start to hold activities and educational opportunities all across the state ensuring that every county can participate in some way The celebrations will honor all kinds of state history including the Indigenous peoples who have lived on the land for thousands of years as well as the Domínguez-Escalante Expedition the first European exploration of the area The semiquincentennial of the signing of the Declaration of Independence on July 4 even if it came well before the state's pioneer establishment "We have an opportunity to remember why we have freedom (and) why we have liberty," McGregor said and it's because of what has happened before us." because of the ‘Midnight Ride’ poem by Longfellow executive director of the Paul Revere House “And so our goal is to unwind that: He’s a father As Massachusetts and the rest of the nation kicks off the 250th anniversary of the American Revolution Zannieri and the staff at the Paul Revere House hope to instill a more complete and holistic view of Revere to visitors — a view that includes Revere’s family which was much more diverse than some might think “We just did a study of people in the North End from 1780 to 1810 and the scholar was looking at Black people in the neighborhood who would have been Paul Revere’s neighbors,” Zannieri said “There were also a lot of Native Americans who were on the Harbor So what you would see on the street would be a mixture of people We sometimes focus on it being monolithic when That mixed audience was also present at the Old North Church where Revere would stop during his midnight ride to pass along information about the movement of British troops this was a very wealthy congregation,” said Nikki Stewart executive director of Old North Illuminated “The box pews are purchased by very wealthy white families that is where Black and Indigenous congregants would have worshipped Rethinking and reframing the story of Old North Church — the building its patrons and its role in the Revolution — is what Stewart hopes visitors take away from exploring the historic building at this key anniversary “People most know Old North for the one minute when lantern signals were hung on the night of Revere’s ride But we like to say we’re not just a historic one-night stand We have 300 years of history,” Stewart said “A lot of people think of Old North as being this iconic symbol of liberty and freedom And yet the steeple is built in large part with proceeds from enslaved labor “There was a stretch where Old North had baptized more Black congregants than any other church in Boston and yet it’s still a place of inequality,” she continued So Old North is all of that; it’s not just a steeple.” professor of history at Boston University and a scholar of the American Revolution said examining how people from different races economic backgrounds and class interacted with each other and their surroundings is essential to the study of revolutionary figures like Paul Revere and the American Revolution as a whole “There’s sometimes a tendency to see the Revolution to simply be something that is about the Founding Fathers,” McConville said “People like Hamilton make fabulous musicals for people to realize that the revolution could not go forward without artisans and farmers Everyone became involved in one way or another and that gave it its transformative power.” 2025 — 250 years later to the day — Paul Revere’s perilous night on the cusp of revolution will become an evening of joy and commemoration the journey will start at the Paul Revere House where re-enactors will play Paul and Rachel Revere Paul Revere will leave his home and walk to Old North Church which will hold a service and a keynote address from historian Heather Cox Richardson three actors will stage a reading of a 45-minute original performance piece commissioned by Old North Illuminated called “Revolution’s Edge.” The lanterns of Old North Church will light up as Revere walks to a boat which will row him across the Charles River to Charlestown where the celebration continues for an extraordinary Bostonian whose life was more than a midnight ride Your essential daily newsletter delivering trusted news and can't miss programs from Boston and beyond A rendition of Paul Revere on horseback is featured on the reverse side 2025 marks 250 years since Paul Revere’s midnight ride It was on the night of the 18th April 1775 Revere and William Dawes rode from Boston to Lexington to warn Samuel Adams and John Hancock of the approaching British helping them avoid arrest and sparking the American Revolution With the outbreak of the American Revolution Paul Revere (1735 – 1818) was a silversmith and military officer he is most remembered in American history for his midnight ride on the 18th April 1775 he supported the Patriot cause and played a crucial role when British troops approached The Patriots had learned of planned British actions against the Massachusetts Provincial Congress and revolutionary leaders Samuel Adams and John Hancock Revere's mission was to alert them and help them avoid arrest Revere first placed two lanterns on the Old North Church steeple in Boston as a signal then rode out on horseback with William Dawes at about 10 p.m They successfully reached Adams and Hancock in Lexington warning them and the Continental Army’s minutemen of British movements a British patrol intercepted Revere and he was held for some time his horse was confiscated to replace the tired mount of a British sergeant Revere’s advance notice contributed significantly to the Patriot victory in the battles at Lexington and Concord Revere founded the Revere Copper Company in 1801 along with his son Joseph a copper rolling mill which operated as North America's first copper rolling mill in Canton His ride was later immortalized in Henry Wadsworth Longfellow's poem published in 1861 Paul Revere's Ride which cemented his place in American cultural memory as a folk hero hardly a man is now alive who remembers that famous day and year The reverse side is shared on all gold and silver options and depicts Revere on horseback as he rides through the streets of Boston alerting the townsfolk of the imminent arrival of the British army a full moon in the sky and the Old North Church is shown Above the primary design along the rim is the commemorative text THE RIDE OF PAUL REVERE To the lower right rim is the date APRIL 18TH 1775 The distinctive EIC mintmark is shown just to the right near the rim The obverse side includes an effigy of HM King Charles III created by engraver Glyn Davies The legend surrounding the portrait reads CHARLES III · D · G · REX · F · D · ST HELENA with the denomination and year of issue 2025 placed below the King’s likeness Each encapsulated gold and silver coin is presented in a bespoke display case along with a numbered certificate which guarantees its specification and authenticity. For additional information on this and other coins offered by the East India Company – St Helena, please visit their e-webshop Download the Greysheet app for access to pricing Subscribe to RQ Red Book Quarterly for the industry's most respected pricing and to read more articles just like this The Imprensa Nacional Casa da Moeda release new silver coins remembering an important step towards democracy The Royal Mint remembers VE-Day with commemorative coins featuring a special design first seen in 1995 The FNMT - Real Casa de la Moneda launch their annual face-value silver commemorative coins Email: support@greysheet.com Keep up with information updates and partner information Enter your e-mail and subscribe to our newsletter This year is a big year for Massachusetts history, as 2025 marks the state's 250th anniversary of both Paul Revere's ride to warn of the British arrival and the Battle of Lexington and Concord As part of Massachusetts 250 a statewide initiative to celebrate these Revolutionary events the city of Boston is preparing for a special reenactment of Paul Revere's midnight ride With historical speeches and immersive events the April 18 reenactment will give Bostonians a chance to connect with the city's Revolutionary legacy in the same spaces Paul Revere rode through exactly 250 years ago Here's what to know about attending the Paul Revere reenactment and celebration in Boston The commemoration of Paul Revere's legendary ride will not just include a reenactment that participants can watch but also a variety of immersive events through which participants can directly engage with history a cruise through Boston Harbor and a meet-and-greet with the Paul Revere reenactor himself archaeologists and actors will help bring the historic events to life and Boston Mayor Michelle Wu is expected to attend A full schedule of events with times and locations can be found on the Paul Revere House website Paul Revere Reenactment RouteFor those who want to watch the reenactment Revolutionary history: 1775 was a big year in MA history. What events celebrate their 250th anniversary this year The National Park Service (NPS) warns that many streets in the North End and Charlestown will be closed for the event with Haymarket Station and North Station the closest stations to the center of action Events for the commemoration will take place at various locations throughout the North End and Charlestown with the best viewing places for the ride at Langone Park Charlestown Navy Yard and Charlestown City Square A late-afternoon bonfire held April 19 celebrated the midnight ride of Paul Revere and officially kicked off Lewes’ America 250 party The community bonfire was one of two events that marked Revere’s historic journey through Boston on April 18 The other commemoration was a national initiative called Two Lights for Tomorrow The city asked residents and businesses to display two lights in their windows April 18 and 19 It was an ode to Revere’s “two if by sea” signal of two lanterns in Boston’s Old North Church to let everyone know the British were coming The bonfire took place on a summer-like Saturday at Savannah Beach which inspired some people to roast marshmallows Visitors who were gathered around one of two fire pits held a group reading of “Paul Revere’s Ride,” a famous poem by Henry Wadsworth Longfellow Members of the New Hope Canoe Club Ministry Team Atlantic had their own take: They paddled two of the their outriggers onto the beach took it all in from under a beach umbrella near the bonfire “This place is chock-full of amazing history,” she said “I like the idea of having more of these sorts of activities here so it would be more of a cultural magnet for people.” The city is part of a committee that is currently planning more events for the United States’ 250th birthday includes city leaders along with members of Historic Lewes (formerly the Lewes Historical Society) Peter’s Episcopal Church and various nonprofits Bill Shull has been covering Lewes for the Cape Gazette since 2023 He comes to the world of print journalism after 40 years in TV news Bill has worked in his hometown of Philadelphia He came to Lewes in 2014 to help launch WRDE-TV Bill served as WRDE’s news director for more than eight years He is a 1986 graduate of Penn State University Bill is an avid aviation and wildlife photographer SALEM — Salem commemorated the 250th anniversary of Paul Revere’s famous midnight ride with a ceremony Monday Mayor Cyndi Baronzzi Dickey said that Two Lights for Tomorrow a nationwide celebration of the anniversary was devised by state and federal officials to act as “the sprout from the planting of ideas for the 250th anniversary of America” next year While participating communities were only asked to place two lights in remembrance the city thought that “wasn’t as interesting” as having the lights brought by a real rider brought the lights on horseback from Ellsworth Avenue down State Street directly into Lincoln Plaza where the ceremony was ongoing shouting “the Regulars are coming!” just as Revere did on April 18 The city also recreated the lighting of the two lanterns which signaled the start of Revere’s ride by Sexton Robert Newman of the Old North Church portrayed by City Councilman Evan Newman The ceremony itself featured opening and closing remarks by Mayor Cyndi Baronzzi Dickey the Pledge of Allegiance led by Amanda Baier patriotic tunes played on traditional drum and flute by musicians from the Salem High School Band a reading of Henry Wadsworth Longfellow’s poem “Paul Revere’s Ride” by 2024 Salem High School Alum Preston Anthony the story of Revere’s fellow rider William Dawes Jr by his descendant and namesake William Dawes and remarks on the political climate that surrounded the ride by Columbiana County Municipal Court Judge Kelly Linger Dawes reminded those in attendance that 250 years ago when Dr Joseph Warren called upon Revere to take up news of the coming march upon Concord and carry the warning on horseback He carried the same message on a longer route than Revere and unlike Revere completed his mission uncaptured through a mixture of charm at one point escaping his British pursuers by convincing them that he had lured them into a fictitious ambush when his horse gave out his cunning – integral to the Revolution’s opening chapter we don’t just celebrate 250 years of history the ride of William Dawes,” said Dawes Linger championed the dedication of Revere and Dawes and their commitment to serving their community and fighting for what they believed was right He said that service to one’s community is important and meaningful and their contemporaries who devoted themselves to the revolutionary cause serve as an inspiration when her own service is challenging She also said that their example can serve as a lesson during our modern and increasingly divided times “Whether it’s volunteering and lending a hand making those tough decisions I think of those people like Paul Revere ordinary men and women that made an extraordinary difference,” said Linger “I think in today’s times we find things to be divisive and I think the example of Paul Revere teaches us that true patriotism starts with single acts of service lending a hand and being brave enough to lead when it matters the most As we stand here tonight and honor Paul Revere and William Dawes I think it’s important we carry that spirit forward to be modern midnight riders not on horseback but through our words our actions and our service to our community.” Dickey thanked all who attended and participated in the ceremony and thanked City Service Safety Director Joe Cappuzzello for coordinating the logistics and championed how special the ceremony was and I’d venture to say our event is different than any others around the country What other event had Paul Revere show up on horseback What other event had William Dawes show up and tell us what really happened that night,” said Dickey EAST PALESTINE — A team from the University of Pittsburgh is 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SALEM — The utilities commission heard concerns regarding water levels and property lines at the Salem city lake .. Copyright © 2025 Ogden News Publishing of Ohio | https://www.morningjournalnews.com | 308 Maple Street Thank you for joining us for this event commemorating the 250th anniversary of Paul Revere's Ride! For information on upcoming 250 commemorative events, please visit: 250th Anniversary of the American Revolution - Commemorating 250 Years of Revolution in Boston Watch as Paul Revere departs his house in North Square The lanterns will be illuminated from the steeple of Old North Church A drone show visible from Langone Park and the Charlestown Navy Yard will further illustrate the evening Watch as Paul Revere rows across Boston Harbor and arrives at Pier 1 in the Charlestown Navy Yard Watch as Paul Revere arrives at Deacon Larkin's House and emerges to mount his horse and begin his ride Watch as Paul Revere rides out of Charlestown to complete his ride What inspired Paul Revere's famous midnight ride Join a National Park Service Ranger for a Lantern Talk on the night of April 18th to learn more about revolutionary Boston and what led Paul Revere to ride Step back in time and witness history come to life on Boston Harbor The City of Boston and Boston Harbor Now are pleased to share that four hundred drones will fly in unique formations commemorating the 250th anniversary of Paul Revere’s Ride to Revolution watch a dramatic reenactment of Paul Revere’s legendary crossing of Boston Harbor Sign up here to stay informed about this event and other updates from Boston Harbor Now Drone show can be viewed from the North End suggested public viewing locations along the Boston Harborwalk include: Join us before the show at Langone Park starting at 7:30 pm: Observe as Paul Revere races down modern-day Main Street in Charlestown to tell American Minutemen north of the city that the "Regulars are out!" The National Lancers will portray Paul Revere and Larkin's horse As Paul Revere's figure fades into the distance the National Park Service will illumunate the Bunker Hill Monument The Monument will be illuminated nightly through July 4 2025 - inviting us to relfect on lives lost in service to the Nation's founding ideals and the monument's timeless significance as a beacon of hope and possibilty Many streets in the North End and Charlestown are going to be closed for the event Langone Park is a .5 mile walk from North Station accessible through MBTA Green Line Paul Revere House is a .3 mile walk from Haymarket Station accessible through MBTA Green Line and MBTA Orange Line Old North Church is a .5 mile walk from Haymarket Station accessible through MBTA Green Line and MBTA Orange Line City Square is a .6 mile walk from Community College Station accessible through the MBTA Orange Line It is a .7 mile walk from the Charlestown/Long Wharf Ferry Terminal on 4 Constellation Wharf Learn more 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some tips for future stories Paul Revere’s name is synonymous with his April 18 1775 horseback ride through Massachusetts towns warning of the British military’s advance ran a hardware store and owned a bell and cannon foundry he was probably best known for his work as a talented silversmith a skill that enabled him to engrave the copper plates used in printing presses That opened the door to all sorts of possibilities He made the plates to print money when Massachusetts was printing its own money during the first year of the war,” said Tegan Kehoe research director at the Paul Revere House “So he had a really wide repertoire in what he was able to do because he could engrave on copper.” Revere may have been more known for his political cartoons than he was for his midnight ride And those political cartoons are still around — at the Boston Public Library The thing about any item from around the time of the American Revolution is that it’s all very when GBH got the chance to look at some of the original prints of Paul Revere’s political art The room where we viewed the famous “Bloody Massacre” image is in a special section of the Boston Public Library where some of their oldest texts are held The rare books and manuscripts department there has about 240,000 bound volumes — or seven miles — of books Getting to actually see something like Revere’s engraving of the Boston Massacre (even though it’s basically the copy of someone else’s work) is a bit of a trip You grow up seeing that image in schoolbooks and then you’re in the same room as the original But maybe what was more interesting was learning about how powerful Revere’s art was — and how much of it bent the truth to fit his narrative the hamlet where the first battle of the Revolution would be fought the next morning It is ironic and appalling that the unfolding celebrations that will mark two-and-a-half centuries of nationhood will be presided over by an American president who longs to be a king King George III was constrained by the British Parliament but Donald Trump has appropriated the prerogatives of a quiescent Congress and flouts the rulings of the federal courts as he sends people to a foreign prison without trial threatens the academic freedom of universities illegally dismantles government programs and forsakes traditional allies such as France (the country that helped the United States achieve independence) in favor of imperialist autocrats like Russian President Vladimir Putin Modern-day patriots need to mount their horses and ride to spread the warning about what is coming See more of David Horsey’s cartoons at: st.news/davidhorsey View other syndicated cartoonists at: st.news/cartoons address and telephone number for verification only Stay secure and make sure you have the best reading experience possible by upgrading your browser AL (WBMA) — The American Village commemorated the 250th anniversary of Paul Revere’s Ride with a "Two Lights for Tomorrow" ceremony Friday The event featured a rider portraying Paul Revere “Tonight we gather in the glow of remembrance and purpose two lanterns shone from the steeple of Boston’s Old North Church That ordinary people can rise to meet an extraordinary moment." "Those two lights did more than mark a British approach—they lit the path to a nation And just as Paul Revere rode into the darkness to awaken a people to their destiny we stand tonight to awaken our own awareness—to remember and to recommit ourselves to the cause of liberty." He urged the audience to let the lights kindled that night be more than symbolic "Let them be a spark in each of us—to live with integrity and to teach the next generation what liberty means to tell the story of America not only with words "Because freedom is not a gift we simply enjoy—it’s a trust we must protect and a promise we must keep As we lift our eyes to the lights marking this occasion may we also lift our hearts to the responsibility they represent May we leave this place tonight not only inspired Please email comments to letters@livingchurch.org Old North Church’s steeple was illuminated again on April 18. | Old North Church On April 18, 1775, the sexton and one of the vestrymen of Boston’s Old North Church hung two lanterns in the church’s steeple for a minute It was just long enough to alert Paul Revere to head to the docks where two friends would row him to Charlestown There he would hop on a horse and ride into the countryside one of many riders who went out to both awaken militamen and to warn John Adams and John Hancock of a need to flee The first shots at the Battle of Lexington would ring out early in the morning on April 19 Revere’s prominence in the American imagination can be attributed to Henry Wadsworth Longfellow’s poem “Paul Revere’s Ride” (1860). While not wholly accurate, it made Revere—and Old North Church—into a national symbol. Today, Old North Church is a parish of the Diocese of Massachusetts and an active historic site run by a secular nonprofit agency, Old North Illuminated One of the things Old North Illuminated hoped to emphasize for the 250th anniversary was that this was not a one-man act of patriotism “Revere was not alone,” said Catherine Matthews director of strategy and special projects at Old North Illuminated “How do we recognize there were more people?” One tool of education is the play Revolution’s Edge which the historic agency commissioned for the church’s 300th anniversary in 2023 and which was performed again on April 18 this year and is a conversation among three men: the rector Mather Byles Jr.; his slave Cato; and Capt who would later be one of the men to hang the lanterns The topic is the rector’s resignation because he was a loyalist Whether he resigned willingly or unwillingly is still unclear to historians but on April 18 he handed over the keys to the church It speaks to the difficulties experienced by Anglicans in Boston at that time Revere had rung the bells at Old North as a teenager had once been a Congregationalist; his father and namesake was a Congregationalist minister he left that ministry to enter the Established Church something he shared with Old North’s first rector It created a special bond between him and the British state The congregation was split into thirds: patriots One of the men in the pews was General Thomas Gage the military governor of the Province of Massachusetts Bay “Their faith was what bound them,” Matthews said The congregation couldn’t continue as it had “It was a bad fit by that point,” Matthews said about Byles resigning because it had been occupied by British troops since 1768 as a response to protests over the Townshend Acts a city dependent on maritime trade and the production of maritime-related goods like rope “People who were dependent on access to the port were severely impacted by the closure of the port It probably radicalized people who weren’t otherwise political,” Matthews said One man who would have been affected was Pulling Old North’s membership had a heavy contingent of men involved in the maritime trades because of its location near Boston’s waterfront They were largely wealthy men: to purchase a pew cost about the yearly salary of a working man (In the gallery sat a mix of enslaved Black people Old North’s first rector had made it a special mission to baptize people of color in part because he thought it would make them better servants.) The heavy military occupation of Boston also contributed to people’s anger: British soldiers were one-fifth of Boston’s population in 1775 Their presence only made Bostonians’ economic woes worse hired themselves out to do the piecework tasks that out-of-work mariners would otherwise do The British would leave the following year The Banishment Act of 1778 said he was forbidden to enter Massachusetts on pain of death He conducted a private baptism at Old North in December 1777 he renounced his loyalty to the British crown and offered himself as a subject of Massachusetts He would become Old North’s rector in the fall of 1778 modifying the liturgy to remove references to the king the original steeple that Robert Newman and John Pulling had climbed was blown down in a hurricane it was in the style that was popular at the time The church did not start thinking of itself as a historic site immediately in part because it was not widely known as one until after the publication of Longfellow’s poem parishioners were thinking about restoring it to a colonial design When the second steeple came down during Hurricane Carol in 1954 parishioners were keen to replace it with one that emulated the look in 1775 Old North Illuminated is serious about the church’s historic past Matthews was excited by how many people wanted to learn about Old North “It was great to see people really curious about history,” she said and it still exists as a faith community.” Greta Gaffin is a freelance writer based in Boston She has a master of theological studies degree from Boston University and a bachelor’s degree in economics from the University of Massachusetts Amherst A new exhibition celebrating Massachusetts' role in the Revolutionary War opens in Boston today The exhibition is part of a statewide anniversary celebration this year, as 2025 marks the 250th anniversary of both Paul Revere's ride to warn of the British arrival and the Battle of Lexington and Concord Presented by the Massachusetts Historical Society (MHS) Rights & Revolution" celebrates these events and more in an immersive museum setting Here's what to know before celebrating Massachusetts' 250th Revolutionary anniversary at the state's brand new exhibition Rights & Revolution" as "an immersive exhibition exploring the pivotal events and personal stories that ignited the American Revolution." While Massachusetts is filled with monuments and exhibits dedicated to the role of the state and its heroes in the Revolution this new exhibit offers a unique perspective on Massachusetts' Revolutionary history by looking at the personal life of those involved MA history: 1775 was a big year in MA history. What events celebrate their 250th anniversary this year Rights & Revolution" can be found inside the MHS with the last admission 45 minutes before closing time The galleries are always open and free to the public Maine — State capitals across the country are honoring the 250th anniversary of Paul Revere's historic ride from Boston to Lexington The ride was a pivotal moment in American history as Revere and two other riders warned patriots about the movements of the British Army and some friends recited "The Midnight Ride of Paul Revere" at the State House This event is part of "Two Lights for Tomorrow," a nationwide initiative marking the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence Bellows emphasized the significance of this commemoration "One thing that unites us — no matter who we are 250 years ago a small group of patriots had an idea of a more perfect union dedicated to justice and liberty and equality." historians say he was one of three riders who alerted patriots throughout Massachusetts on that fateful night .access-parent{width:164px;display:flex;justify-content:space-between;margin-top:-5px;}.access-parent button{background-color:var(--lighter-band);color:#fff;border:none;padding:5px;font-size:18px;height:32px;width:32px;box-shadow:0 2px 4px #2f4f4f;cursor:pointer;transition:.2s}.access-parent button:hover{box-shadow:0 3px 6px var(--brand-red);}.access-parent button:active{background-color:var(--header-band);box-shadow:0 0 2px #2f4f4f;transform:translateY(2px)}Font sizeContrastTypefaceNewscast Crowds at Coolidge Corner waited Monday morning for the first batch of marathon runners to pass through a smaller group waited instead for the arrival of a man on horseback They were waiting in the lawn of the colonial-era Edward Devotion House for the annual Patriots’ Day reenactment of the ride of William Dawes — the lesser-known “midnight rider” who was dispatched alongside Paul Revere the night of April 18 A resident in a tricorn hat strapped a drum and a set of pipes to his waist a shrill instrument used by colonial military musicians People took turns passing around a 12-pound cannonball while the president of the historical society explained that a Brookline woman had dug up the centuries-old artifact from the ravine behind her house Another resident came dressed as the founding father Henry Knox “I’m not wearing my buckled shoes at the moment because I’m going to be down at the marathon later,” said J a nonprofit coordinating events to celebrate the 250th anniversary of the start of the American Revolution he produced a card that listed Knox’s name across the top in capital letters Everyone stopped what they were doing when shouts were heard at the end of the street accompanied by the clop of hooves on pavement A man in colonial attire rode onto the lawn followed by a second man on horseback and a horse trailer “I must warn John Hancock and Samuel Adams that the regulars are out,” he declared referring to the Regular Professional soldiers of the British army The man playing Dawes dismounted from the chestnut horse and launched into rhyme Nobody crowned my brow with bays,” he said Brookline is one of several stops between Boston and Lexington made by the National Lancers a Framingham-based volunteer cavalry militia troop that has performed annual reenactments of the rides of Dawes and Revere since 1920 which served in the Civil War and World War I now operate as a ceremonial unit as part of the Massachusetts Organized Militia said in an interview that he’s had the job for 14 years sometimes playing Dawes and other times Revere is a guard dressed in the militia’s red uniform “A lot of people see the red uniform and say ‘The British are after you,’” Gallant said with a smile Dawes hadn’t stopped in Brookline but passed through the town after making his way through British checkpoints along the Boston Neck which was originally a hamlet in Boston before becoming a separate municipality in 1705 had a front-row seat to the Revolutionary War the small farming community made a committee to talk with Boston and other towns about the British government’s infringements of their rights according to Brookline Historical Society President Ken Liss Brookline joined other towns in protesting the tax on tea the town sent two delegates to the provincial Congress meeting in Concord Goddard Avenue in Brookline is named after John Goddard a Brookline man known as the “wagon master” for the Continental Army Goddard transported supplies from Boston to Concord curator and caretaker of the Edward Devotion House where they met British soldiers who were retreating from the fight at Concord was the only Brookline man to fall in battle – he was shot and bayoneted from behind that’s the story of Brookline’s involvement,” Liss said the Lancers would make additional stops including in Allston “Prepare to mount,” called out the troopers’ brigadier general tailed by the guard in red and the troop’s horse 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You do realize you are reading BROOKLINE.news, right?  Today’s Papercard:1 of 8Our Walk With Paul Revere in BostonJenna Russell and Sophie Park We arrived in Boston’s North End on Friday night where a re-enactment of Paul Revere’s midnight ride kicked off celebrations of the 250th anniversary of the start of the Revolutionary War The several hundred people gathered in the North End were delighted by the scene They were eager to be part of the performance and proud of what it represented and I don’t always feel connected to American history,” she said “but the fact that they were willing to stand up to tyranny is very cool.” emerged from a clapboard house to shouts of “We love you Lepage climbed into a boat to cross the river to Charlestown “What I love is that Revere was just a regular guy,” Joe Hession “You could be a tradesman from the North End people are still talking about what you did.” Share full articleOur Walk With Paul Revere in Bostonhttps://www.nytimes.com/card/2025/04/19/us/paul-revere-bostonShare full articleAdvertisement If you are the site owner (or you manage this site), please whitelist your IP or if you think this block is an error please open a support ticket and make sure to include the block details (displayed in the box below) so we can assist you in troubleshooting the issue