Candidates for Saturday’s election for North End / Waterfront Neighborhood Council, NEWNC, introduced themselves this week at the council’s monthly meeting (see video). There are six candidates running for six open two-year term seats, before any write-in candidates. The election is scheduled for May 19, 2012, 10am-2pm at the Nazzaro Community Center, 30 N. Bennet [...]
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Neighborhood Council Talks Noise, Parking and Public Safety
This video includes announcements and committee reports at the May 15, 2012 meeting of the North End / Waterfront Neighborhood Council, NEWNC. Video Index: 00:00 Welcome, Roll Call and Introductions 02:30 NEWNC Recognizes Service of President Donna Freni 04:00 Nicole Leo, Mayor’s Office of Neighborhood Services 04:50 Stephen Passacantilli, Report from Councilor Sal LaMattina’s Office [...]
State Representative Aaron Michlewitz Announces Series of Spring Coffee Hours
News from the Office of State Representative Aaron Michlewitz (D-North End): In an effort to more effectively reach out to his constituents, State Representative Aaron Michlewitz will once again be holding a series of coffee hours within the Third Suffolk District this Spring. Starting on the morning of Saturday, May 19th Representative Michlewitz will be [...]
Residents File Papers for Election on Neighborhood Council, NEWNC
NEWNC has announced the following individuals are candidates for the upcoming NEWNC election: 1. Allan Danley, 82 Commercial St. 2. Toni Gilardi, 133 Fulton St. 3. Ryan Kenny 10 Thacher Street, #309 4. John Pregman 163 Endicott Street, #2 5. Marie Simboli 61 Prince Street 6. Anne Devlin Tagliaferro 63 Atlantic Ave., #4 (Note: The [...]
Ward Three Democrats Elect New Officers
News release from the Ward Three Democratic Committee: Members of the Ward Three Democratic Committee gathered on April 11th to organize and elect officers for the new term. Jason A. Aluia, a Government Relations Manager at the Massachusetts Association of Health Plans was re-elected Chairman; Attorney Daniel J. Toscano was re-elected as Vice-Chairman; Blake Webber, [...]
Greenway Legislative Reform Proposals Discussed at North End / Waterfront Residents’ Association Meeting
At this week’s meeting of the North End / Waterfront Residents’ Association, NEWRA members discussed reform proposals for the Rose F. Kennedy Greenway Conservancy and the management of the Greenway parks. Invited guests State Representative Aaron Michlewitz (D-North End) and former chair of the Greenway Gardens, Diane Valle, presented two legislative efforts currently pending in [...]
Mayor’s North End Coffee Hour Set for June 22, 2012 at the Gassy, DeFilippo Playground
Mayor Menino will hold his annual neighborhood coffee hour in the North End on June 22, 2012 at 9:30 am. The event will be in conjunction with the opening of the newly renovated play area at “The Gassy” formally known as DeFilippo Playground at 135 Prince Street.
Photos: State Rep. Aaron Michlewitz Holds Fundraiser at NEBO
The North End’s State Representative Aaron Michlewitz, from the 3rd Suffolk District held a fundraiser on April 10, 2012 at NEBO on N. Washington St. with friends, supporters and a number of political colleagues.
Chock Full of News at Neighborhood Council (NEWNC) Meeting
There were several important reports and announcements at the April 10, 2012 meeting of the North End / Waterfront Neighborhood Council (NEWNC). This video includes the following items: Welcome – Donna Freni, President Visitor/Resident Parking Changes – Stephen Passacantilli Neighborhood Crime Watch Creation – Stephen Passacantilli Problem Properties Task Force – Stephen Passacantilli Public Safety [...]
NEWNC Seeks Candidates for May 19, 2012 Election
The North End/Waterfront Neighborhood Council (NEWNC) is holding their annual election on Saturday, May 19, 2012, and all North End/Waterfront residents age 18 and older are invited to seek election to one of the six seats to be filled. NEWNC is comprised of twelve North End/Waterfront residents who serve as an advisory board to the [...]
Ward Three Friends of Elizabeth Warren Volunteer Meeting on April 11, 2012
The Ward 3 Friends of Elizabeth Warren are hosting an organizing and volunteer meeting on Wednesday, April 11, 2012, 6:45pm at the Nazzaro Community Center, 30 N. Bennet St. Please note: NorthEndWaterfront.com does not endorse political candidates. We are happy to post events in our neighborhood coverage area for all candidates.
North End Resident Toils Behind the Doors of Romney Headquarters at 585 Commercial Street
Do you ever wonder what goes on behind the doors of 585 Commercial St. in the North End, the base for Mitt Romney’s presidential campaign? The Washington Post gives a glimpse inside the nondescript tan building formerly occupied by Roche Bobois, through the profile of a North End resident, Katie Biber, the campaign’s general counsel. [...]
NEWNC Committee Reports and May 19, 2012 Election Announcement
Video: Introductory comments and committee reports from the March 12, 2012 meeting of the North End / Waterfront Neighborhood Council, NEWNC. NEWNC President Donna Freni called the meeting to order, followed by a roll call and meeting protocol. From the Office of State Rep. Aaron Michlewitz, Blake Webber spoke briefly regarding the status of proposed [...]
Local Legislators Meets with Special Ed School Members at COMPASS School
Photo: (Left to Right) – Rep. Michlewitz, Sen. Petruccelli, Rep. Forry, Beth Labbe – COMPASS School Principal, John Lydon, Exec. Director COMPASS, Sen. Chang-Diaz, Rep. Walsh and Sen. Hart at maaps’ Legislative Meeting on Monday at the COMPASS School in Dorchester. Legislators from Boston attended a meeting this week at COMPASS School in Dorchester to [...]
Video: Greenway Conservancy Reform Bill Discussed at State House Public Hearing
Video: The State’s Joint Committee on Transportation held a public hearing on March 12, 2012 regarding proposed legislation, An Act Relative to the Rose F. Kennedy Greenway Conservancy. (More on the bill here.) Testifying at the hearing was the sponsor of the proposed legislation State Rep. Aaron Michlewitz (00:45) followed by the Greenway Conservancy Board [...]
Mayor Menino Visits North End Head Start
Mayor Thomas M. Menino visited the North End Head Start this week on March 6, 2012. Here are some photos, courtesy of the City of Boston.
Mayor’s Office Promises Plan for Eliot School Expansion by May 1, 2012
The Mayor’s Office has issued a letter to the Eliot School community, breaking its long-silent stance regarding expanding North End K-8 public school. The February 24, 2012 letter is pasted below and available here as a pdf. The letter is a glowing report on the turnaround story of the neighborhood school, specifically noting the improvements [...]
Ward 3 Results for the March 6, 2012 Primary Election
Super Tuesday election results for Ward 3 and the 1st Suffolk & Middlesex District, including the North End / Waterfront, are shown below. Full Boston results can be viewed at CityofBoston.gov. All 33 Democratic and 5 Republican Ward 3 committee candidates that ran were elected and their vote totals are shown below. The ticket for [...]
Caroline Beauregard Shinkle is Candidate for Republican State Committeewoman
The following is a press release from Caroline Shinkle. MIT Student Braves Political Waters Caroline Beauregard Shinkle is Candidate for Republican State Committeewoman First Suffolk and Middlesex District MIT student Caroline Beauregard Shinkle is a candidate in the 2012 election for Massachusetts Republican State Committeewoman. She is running in the First Suffolk and Middlesex District [...]
Fox TV Interviews Rep. Aaron Michlewitz on Proposed Greenway Conservancy Legislation
State Representative Aaron Michlewitz appeared on Fox TV today to answer questions about his proposed legislation to continue funding the Rose F. Kennedy Greenway Conservancy “with strings attached.” Watch the video interview embedded or at the Fox TV Boston website. A public hearing is scheduled on Monday, March 12, 2012 at 1:00 pm on this [...]
North End Sample Ballot and Voting Information for Super Tuesday Presidential Primary, March 6, 2012
The Presidential Primary in Massachusetts is Super Tuesday, March 6, 2012. Polling hours are 7am-8pm. Voters enrolled in a political party (Democratic, Green-Rainbow or Republican) may only vote in that party’s primary. Unenrolled voters (registered voters not enrolled in a political party commonly referred to as “independent”) may vote in the primary of their choice [...]
Boston Public Market Association is Sole Bidder for Food Market Planned for Parcel 7 Along Greenway
The Boston Public Market Association is the sole bidder for the Parcel 7 ground floor operation of a “Made in Massachusetts” food market planned for the garage building next to Haymarket and the Greenway, according to officials. The space has been empty for 10+ years since the MassDOT building was constructed as part of the Big [...]
Overnight Commercial Trash Pickups Debated at City Council Hearing
A City Council hearing on overnight commercial trash pickup brought out many North End and Downtown Boston residents complaining about being woken up in the middle of the night. Contrasting testimony was also submitted by hauling companies that expressed concerns about safety and traffic issues with daytime pickups. The hearing was held at City Hall [...]
Aaron Michlewitz Named Legislator of the Year by Jewish Community Relations Council
The Jewish Community Relations Council announced that it is awarding its annual Legislative Achievement Award to State Representative Aaron Michlewitz. “We are thrilled to honor Representative Aaron Michlewitz with our Legislative Achievement Award” said Jeremy Burton, Executive Director of the Jewish Community Relations Council in a press release. “Representative Michlewitz has been a consistent and [...]
Add Your Signature to HazMat Route Letter From North End / Waterfront Hazmat Task Force
We have received indications that MassDOT, the State’s transportation agency, is a week or so away from a decision on our permanent Boston area hazmat truck route. The North End Hazmat Task Force encourages you to remind MassDOT how you feel about this decision. You may sign the letter below with an email of your [...]
Capobianco Announces Candidacy for Democratic State Committee
Valentino Capobianco, Male College Representative to the Democratic State Committee today formally announced his candidacy for Democratic State Committeeman representing the first Suffolk and Middlesex Senate district.
Commercial Trash Pick Up Hearing Scheduled at City Hall on February 27
An announcement from City Councilor At-Large, Felix Arroyo: We have heard from constituents throughout the City who are awoken at 2, 3, or 4 in the morning by the sounds of garbage trucks in their neighborhood. Under current state law, the City of Boston can regulate the times for residential trash pick up, but CANNOT regulate the [...]
Neighborhood Council Committee Reports at February 13, 2012 Meeting
The North End / Waterfront Neighborhood Council, NEWNC, reports on its committee work at the beginning of its February 13, 2012 meeting. This video includes introductory remarks, committee reports and comments from representatives of local elected officials. David Marx reports for the Public Safety Committee and NEWNC President and Greenway Leadership Council member, Donna Freni, [...]
Voting Registration Deadline on February 15, 2012 for Presidential Primary
The deadline to register to vote, change your address or change your political party is February 15, 2012 for the Presidential Primary on March 6, 2012. More information at the City’s election webpage.
Video: City Chief James Hunt Speaks to NEWRA on Environmental and Energy Issues
Conversation with James Hunt, City of Boston Chief of Environmental and Energy Services The city’s chief spoke to the North End / Waterfront Residents’ Association (NEWRA) regarding a wide range of issues relating to the environment and energy use, including groundwater and recycling. Mr. Hunt oversees the Inspectional Services Department and the Environment Department, serves [...]
