BOSTON, Massachusetts, June 19 -- The city of Boston issued the following news: The City of Boston Archaeology Program announces the release of original research on the residents of Charlestown impacted by the Battle of Bunker Hill, June 17, 1775, including a reconstructed census, digitized resident loss claims, and a new map of 1775 properties at the time of the battle. With one year to go before the 250th anniversary of the Battle of Bunker Hill, the City's archaeology team announces the Cha  more

GAINESVILLE, Florida, June 19 -- The Florida Museum of Natural History issued the following research news release: After a decorated 35-year career at the Florida Museum of Natural History, Darcie MacMahon has announced her retirement as director of exhibits and public programs, effective July 1. "I am so proud of what we've accomplished at the museum. I've seen a lot of change in 35 years, including building the current public building from the ground up and creating an incredible visitor exp  more

ANNAPOLIS, Maryland, June 19 -- The Maryland Department of Agriculture issued the following news release: The Maryland Department of Agriculture has announced that Loretta Collins has been appointed as the new Executive Secretary to the State Soil Conservation Committee. As the Executive Secretary, Loretta will coordinate conservation programs and activities with local soil conservation districts, federal and state agencies, and public and private agricultural and natural resource organizations  more

RALEIGH, N.C., June 19 -- The North Carolina Department of Natural and Cultural Resources' Museum of History issued the following news release: Young historians from across the state gathered at the North Carolina Museum of History this spring for the Tar Heel Junior Historian Association (THJHA) Annual Convention. The all-day event featured dynamic learning experiences that help young people appreciate and understand North Carolina's rich history and recognized the junior historians for their   more