Inauguration: Mayor Menino Administers the Oath of Office to Boston’s City Council on January 4, 2010 at Faneuil Hall (Photo courtesy of Councilor LaMattina’s Office)This is the second in a series of articles from an interview with District 1 City Councilor Salvatore LaMattina following his recent inauguration. Councilor LaMattina is beginning his second full term [...]
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Caffe Graffiti Hosting Charity Benefit
From Caffe Graffiti, newly re-opened at 64 Cross Street: Please join us for a five-course dinner with wine pairings at Caffe Graffiti. Proceeds benefit Joslin Diabetes Center’s High Hopes Fund. Special guest appearance by Billy Costa of KISS 108 FM and NECN’s TV Diner. Sunday, January 31, 20106:00 p.m.Tickets: $150*$100 of the ticket price is [...]
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Chamber Supports Morning-Only Trash Disposal
At a lightly attended post-holiday meeting, the North End Chamber of Commerce focused on trash and rat issues in the neighborhood. Members were supportive of a change to a morning-only timeframe for property owners and residents to put out their trash. Restaurant trash is generally picked up 7 days a week at night by private [...]
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North End Eating Meetup Group
A New Year’s message from North End Eating Meetup Group leader, Jim S.: As the new year dawns, I would like to first wish all of you a Happy & Healthy New Year! NEEM has come from non-existent on March 1st to 366 members as of today. We’ve made some great friends and hope to [...]
NY Times’ Travel Section Highlights North End/Waterfront
The New York Times published an extensive travel article on the North End/Waterfront area, “In Boston, Change is in the Air” with particular focus on “Boston’s New Waterfront” and attractions in the North End. There is also a photo gallery on its web site: Click here to view the slide show. “Men at North End [...]
BostonZest on New Year’s and Regina’s
BostonZest posts their reliable rundown of “what’s open” for New Year’s Day in Boston:What is open in Boston for New Year’s and MBTA schedules Penny & Ed also review their first visit to the North End’s Pizzeria Regina:The Original Pizzeria Regina- Our First Visit
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Emerson Student Files Final Report on the Neighborhood
She has walked the streets, researched the history, talked to the residents and visited the shops and restaurants. Now, Krista Firkins files her final report on the issues in the North End/Waterfront neighborhood as part of an Emerson College journalism project. Click here to read the series of articles by Firkin’s on various neighborhood issues. [...]
Christmas Eve Fire at Quincy Market’s Hong Kong
A fire broke out on Christmas Eve at the Hong Kong Restaurant/Bar in Quincy Market. The Chatham Street building was evacuated and no injuries were reported. The damage estimate is $400,000. View Channel 7′s video report. Click image to see the Channel 7 video.
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NEWNC Supports New Alcohol License for Sapori di Napoli
Giovanni Grimaldi, operator of Sapori di Napoli, presented to the North End/Waterfront Neighborhood Council (NEWNCBoston.org) for his application to the Licensing Board for a 7-day Malt and Wine License at 115A Salem Street. The council supported the application in a vote of 7-1. According to Grimaldi, through a negotiation with NEWRA last October, the hours [...]
NEWNC December Meeting Report
Here is the short version of the news from the December 14th North End/Waterfront Neighborhood Council (NEWNC) meeting. Watch for future posts with more detail. Also, meeting minutes are posted on the NEWNC website at www.NEWNCBoston.org. Councilor Sal LaMattina attended the meeting to update the council on the rodent problem. The City has increased its [...]
Cross St. Sidewalk Comment Letter Issued by NEWRA
In response to proposed sidewalk changes on Cross St., the North End/Waterfront Residents’ Association has sent a 5 page comment letter to Peter Gori, Sr. Manager at the Boston Redevelopment Authority and William Tuttle, Deputy Director of Real Estate at MassDOT. A few excerpts: “We continue to believe that public safety, especially pedestrian safety, is [...]
NEWRA Opposes Lucia’s Live Entertainment Application
Attorney Overson presents Lucia’s live entertainment application to NEWRAWith a vote of 49 against and 10 in favor, the North End/Waterfront Residents’ Association (NEWRA) opposed the pending live entertainment application at Ristorante Lucia. Attorney Michael Overson represented Donato Frattaroli who was visiting Italy, in part to deliver funds raised for earthquake victims. The application was [...]
Chamber Proposes Cultural Signs
At this week’s North End Chamber of Commerce meeting, it was proposed to have three cultural “over the street” signs that would define the North End as Boston’s Little Italy. Inspired by a recent trip to San Diego (see above picture), Damien DiPaola presented the plan for three signs, 2 at each end of Hanover [...]
Saus Boston at 33 Union St. Applies for 3am Food Service License
33 Union Street is near the Union Oyster House. This is outside the North End and only a victualler license application (no alcohol) so it is unlikely to be heard by the North End/Waterfront neighborhood groups. Speaking on the late-night closing hour issue, Lawrence Harmon, supports 4am food licenses in this op-ed inside today’s Globe. [...]
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Boston’s 24-Hour Map
Universal Hub‘s Adam Gaffin has created a database of places in Boston that are open 24 hours a day. The North End/Waterfront area only has one listing – Bova’s Bakery at 134 Salem Street. After that, the closest are the Dunkin’ Donuts on Causeway St. by the TD Garden and Tedeshi on State St., which [...]
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Skyline Picture From Newly Opened Caffe Graffiti
BostonTweet captures this skyline picture from inside the newly opened Caffe Graffiti on the Greenway.
Cross Street Sidewalk Plans Debated at NEWRA Meeting
The North End/Waterfront Residents’ Association invited Peter Gori from the Boston Redevelopment Authority to talk about the planned changes for Cross Street’s sidewalk reconfiguration. John Romano also assisted Mr. Gori from MassDOT’s perspective which owns these properties. MassDOT (Mass. Dept of Transportation) is the new combined organization that absorbed MassPike and other state transportation agencies). Cross Street [...]
BBA Gives OK to Sapori DiNapoli at 115-117 Salem Street
Sapori DiNapoli (Taste of Naples) at 115-117 Salem St. Related posts:NEWRA Supports New Beer/Wine License at “Sapori di Napoli”Sapori di Napoli Applies for New Liquor License
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Guest Commentary on Live Entertainment Licenses
The following is a guest commentary by Stephanie Hogue. As with all commentaries, the opinions expressed are those solely of the author and do not necessarily reflect those of NorthEndWaterfront.com. Donato Frattaroli’s application for a zoning variance to allow live entertainment at his restaurant, Lucia’s, requires careful consideration by the neighborhood. The North End is [...]
NEWNC Supports Lucia’s Live Entertainment License Request
At it’s November 9th meeting, the North End/Waterfront Neighborhood Council voted 5-2 in favor of a live entertainment license application for Ristorante Lucia. Owner Donato Frattaroli presented with his attorney indicating the desire for two instruments, one vocalist and a comedian in the basement portion of his 3-story restaurant on Hanover Street. The license would be [...]
Pagluica’s Expansion “Sustained with Provisos” From BBA
Pagluica’s Restaurant at 14-16 Parmenter Street received a “Sustained with Provisos” decision from the Board of Appeal. This generally means approved with conditions. The restaurant was seeking to expand into the basement area with 16 seats and to amend its beer, wine & cordials license to serve those 16 additional seats. The change was supported [...]
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News from the Chamber of Commerce
The North End Chamber of Commerce held its November meeting this week and discussed several issues and activities. HOLIDAY RETAIL STROLLThe annual retail holiday stroll will be on December 4th this year from 7-11pm. WHERE Magazine is also planning a North End stroll after the holidays. NEIGHBORHOOD CLEANLINESSChris Young is working with NEWRA’s Clean Streets. [...]
Seaport District: Here Comes Nick
The Boston Herald talks to the North End Restaurateur Nick Varano about his planned opening of another Strega restaurant on Fan Pier. The new place will be almost three times larger than the Hanover Street location with 160 seats and 30 more at the bar. May 2010 is the opening date. The Herald concludes with [...]
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Waterfront’s “Living Room” Sues the New W Hotels’ “Living Room”
In a trademark dispute, The Living Room at 101 Atlantic Avenue is suing the parent company of the W Hotels, as highlighted by Universal Hub. The new “W” in the Theater District is planning on opening a lobby bar also called “The Living Room.” In the lawsuit document, the plaintiff states the proprietor, John Haulk, [...]
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Trick or Treating & Pizza Party on the Prado
Halloween is right around the corner!!! For the second year, NEMPAC has decided to sponsor the ever-popular “Pizza Party on the Prado” following Trick-or-Treating. This was a huge success last year, and the kids had a ball! Thank you,Becca, for all you do to promote fun in our neighborhood! Halloween isa Saturday this year. Here [...]
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Fire in Bricco Building at 247 Hanover Street
This morning’s tweets from the Boston Fire Department regarding a fire in the builiding where Bricco is located at 247 Hanover Street. BostonFire Damage estimate is $300,000.00 Cause is under investigation by BFD Fire Investigation Unit. All out sounded at 7:10 am. BostonFire No injuries reported. BostonFire Building had a restaurant, Bricco, on the first [...]
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Chamber of Commerce President Responds to Globe Article
In a letter to the Boston Globe, North End Chamber of Commerce (NECC) President, Joanne Prevost Anzalone, responded to the recent Globe article, “A Culture Clash in the North End.”…………………………………………………………………………………………… Let’s work together in the North End, October 9, 2009Re: “A Culture Clash in North End” by Jenna Russell The North End has a vital [...]
Lucia Withdraws Live Entertainment Application
Ristorante Lucia’s Donato Frattaroli has withdrawn his application for live entertainment at 415 Hanover Street. The restaurant was looking to host events with two instruments and a vocalist or comedian. The application was for entertainment through 11:00pm in the basement level of the restaurant. It is not clear why the application was withdrawn. Speculation is [...]
