Tobie V 6/28/01-4/18/12 Tobie was a totally unique and amazingly devoted dog to his caretaker and companion, DonnaMarie. He was a constant source of unrequited love to her. He squeezed a tremendous amount of joy-giving into his decade amongst both people and fellow canines and cats as well as his avian brothers – all with [...]
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Coyote Stops By North End for Sunday Breakfast
It was an unusual sight early on Sunday morning at Copp’s Hill Terrace when residents spotted a coyote, almost unheard of in the North End. Jim Carey captures this photo of the wayward animal. Environmental Police are in the neighborhood tracking down the coyote. Update: Below is a video clip, courtesy of Union Wharf:
Dogs Come Out for 2012 Licensing and Vaccine Clinic
This week’s annual dog licensing and rabies vaccine clinic brought out all types of dogs to the Nazzaro Community Center, offering a convenient way for dog owners to register their canine companions. The City of Boston Animal Control reminds dog owners that annual registration before April 1st is required including proof of rabies vaccines. See [...]
Dog Licensing and Vaccine Clinic at Nazzaro Center on March 20, 2012
The annual dog licensing and rabies vaccine clinic is approaching. This is a fast and convenient way to register our dogs. For the North End, the details are: When: March 20, 2012 4 – 7 pm Where: Nazarro Community Center, 30 North Bennett Street Rabies Vaccine Fee $5 dog/cat $2 (senior owners) Licensing Fee $6 [...]
Freeway’s Thanksgiving Pet Food Drive is a Success
“Do you see that smile on my face? My tail is wagging like crazy.” I am so happy that our “Thanksgiving Pet Food Drive” was a SUCCESS. I do not know how to THANK EVERYONE that took the time and effort to drop off their donations, food for the dogs and cats as well as [...]
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The Elephants are Coming on October 11, 2011 and Feeding in the North End on October 13, 2011
Barnum’s Elephant Feeding on Hanover St. – October 2010The Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey circus elephant feeding in the North End on Hanover St. by the Prado is currently scheduled for Thursday, October 13 at 11 AM. The rain date is Friday. The walk of elephants through Boston’s streets to TD Garden is scheduled [...]
Blessing of the Animals Hosted by Old North Church on the Prado (Video and Photos)
The Old North Church hosted the annual Blessing of the Animals on Sunday, October 2nd on the Prado, also known as the Paul Revere Mall. The ceremony coincided with the commemoration Saint Francis of Assisi, the patron saint of animals. Fr. Steve Ayers and Fr. Matthew Kruger led brief readings and prayers along with individual [...]
Volunteer Opportunity – Placing Water-Cleansing Oysters in Boston Harbor on October 1st
Volunteer Opportunity — Placing Water-Cleansing Oysters in Boston Harbor On Saturday October 1st from 1:00-4:00 the Massachusetts Oyster Project will be placing oysters on the bottom at the mouth of the Charles River. This is a great opportunity to participate in an exciting and fun afternoon. Kids will have the opportunity to see numerous creatures that inhabit our harbor [...]
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Blessing of the Animals Hosted by Old North Church on October 2, 2011
The Old North Church will host the annual Blessing of the Animals ceremony on Sunday, October 2 at 3:00 p.m. The ceremony, which coincides with the commemoration St. Francis of Assisi, includes brief readings and prayers and individual blessing far all attending pets and their owners. Refreshments are provided for all. The ceremony will take [...]
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Beware Angry Birds on Harborwalk Between Burroughs and Union Wharves
A complaint on Citizens Connect to the Mayor’s 24-hour hotline is reporting: “A very aggressive bird (bluejay maybe) attacks anything, human or dog, that comes through this part of the Harborwalk between 40 Battery and Union Wharf. Can animal control do something about it?” The iPhone report also includes the photo of the territory, shown [...]
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Poll: Yeah, Dog Poop is a Real Mess
Note: This is not a scientific poll. The results are representative only of self-selected NorthEndWaterfront.com website visitors.This poll is now closed. A new poll is up and running in the right sidebar. Go there now and vote!
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Lost Dog – Last Seen in the North End
Lost Dog – Last Seen in the North End Contact Alicia at bostonitis@gmail.com. My dog is a sweet 3 1/2 year old rescue turned therapy dog who went missing Tuesday (5/24) at 2:30 pm in downtown Boston when something frightened her and she broke away from me. I chased her through the park but couldn’t [...]
Commentary: Congratulations to Pamela Donnaruma on Chronicle’s Hanover Street Show
Commentary submitted by the columnist, Freeway: Freeway at the office.Congratulations to Pamela Donnaruma, Editor and Publisher of the Post-Gazette (formerly La Gazzetta del Massachusetts). Pam was interviewed by Chronicle for a segment on Hanover Street, North End that aired May 10, 2011. Pam was asked if there was any plan that would work for Hanover Street. [...]
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Poll Results: Dog Park, Landscaping & Seating Favored Ideas for “Gassy” Flights
Note: This is not a scientific poll. The results are representative only of NorthEndWaterfront.com website visitors that choose to participate. Related post: Update on DeFilippo Playground Improvements This poll is now closed. A new poll is up and running in the right sidebar. Go there now and vote!
Dog Licensing and Rabies Clinic
Dog Licensing and Rabies clinic offered by Boston’s Animal Control department. When: March 22 from 4-7pm Where: Nazarro Community Center 30 North Bennet Street Prices: $6 spay/neutered $17 intact female/male $50 Pitbull/Pitbull mix Some reminders: – If you dog has been vaccinated, please bring your rabies vaccine certificate. – Pitbull/Pitbull mix and aggressive dogs must [...]
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Passengers With Paws Program Launches at Logan
Pet owners can feel safer bringing their pets to Logan. Massport Fire Rescue, based on emergent trend and an in depth survey, has designed and implemented a first of its kind in the country “Passengers with Paws” Pet Safety First Aid Program at Boston Logan International Airport. “The demographic data compiled by the comprehensive needs [...]
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Blessing of the Animals in the Prado
On Sunday, October 3, 2010, the Old North Church and the Animal Rescue League held the annual Blessing of the Animals in the Prado. This custom is conducted in honor of St. Francis of Assisi, patron saint of animals and ecology whose remembrance day is Oct. 3, and his love for all creatures. St. Francis [...]
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Happy Pooch Halloween
The Famous Halloween FreewayThe POST-GAZETTE invites all Freeway’s Pooch Friends for Halloween to pick up their doggie treat bag at 5 Prince Street. October 28 Thursday 9 AM to 5 PMOctober 29 Friday 9 AM to 5 PM ALL PETS ARE WELCOME SO PLEASE DROP BY WITH YOUR POOCH AND SAY HELLO TO FREEWAY (every [...]
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Pachyderm Party! Elephants Feed on Hanover Street
(Photo by Mary Marenghi)Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey’s ‘biggest’ performers had lunch in the North End today. Nine elephants took a stroll from Causeway Street to Hanover Street to dine on some special treats – Pachyderm Pizza’s loaded with all the traditional fare from Mike’s Pastry and F&B Produce. This means elephant sized pizza [...]
Feeding of the Elephants on October 14th
The circus is coming to town and that means the annual feeding of the elephants in the North End. The event will take place on Thursday, October 14th around 11:00 am, near the Prado on Hanover Street. Feeding of the Elephants on Hanover St., October 2009.
Blessing of the Animals on the Prado, October 3rd at 3:00 p.m.
Rev. Geoffrey T. Smith, Meredith Stewart and her dog, Leo.Join us this Sunday, October 3, at 3:00p.m. for the annual Blessing of the Animals in the Prado at Unity Street. This custom is conducted in honor of St. Francis of Assisi, patron saint of animals and ecology whose remembrance day is Oct. 3, and his [...]
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Neighborhood Night at Aquarium
You are cordially invited to the New England Aquarium’s Community Open House Presenting the IMAX movie Under the Sea 3D. September 19 – Neighborhoods Night 6:30 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. Come to Our Free Event See the Aquarium! Bring Friends and Family! Online Registration Requested: www.neaq.org/communityeventsContact Community Programs: communityprograms@neaq.org or 617-973-0281You may download a tour [...]
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September 2010 Aquarium Events
The Cat in the Hat loves water! Where else would the Cat show off his new animated television show than at the Aquarium? Colorful creatures and exotic animals make learning fun! This Labor Day, September 6, bring the family for a peek at the new PBS Kids show, an Aquarium scavenger hunt and more! Click [...]
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Blessing of the Animals – October 3rd
Old North Church is hosting its annual Blessing of the Animals on October 3, 2010 at 3 pm in the Prado (Paul Revere Mall). Please bring your pet to be blessed and to meet your animal-loving neighbors too. Spread the word to others who may be interested. If anyone is able to contribute a snack [...]
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Freeway Loves La Summa Restaurant
Freeway says it has been one heck of a summer. You couldn’t ask for more. The weather has been beautiful, warm and sunny. I can’t believe after this weekend the feasts are over. Talking about the feasts, my human companion took me for a short walk and she stopped at La Summa Restaurant on Fleet [...]
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Unappreciative Seagull Rescue
Dan Flaherty sends in this photo and rescue story on the Union Wharf waterfront: This poor seagull was trapped. His leg was stuck in the crack of a wood pylon. I walked over to the Boston Fire Marine division and shared the story of this poor birds plight. LT LeBlanc and his crew offered to [...]
Hungry Striped Bass Off Long Wharf
BobBilly9 posts this video on YouTube of huge striped bass feeding on loaves of bread being thrown to them on Long Wharf. Watch for the frustrated duck. (Cross post from UniversalHub.com.) Maybe it’s the bread, but the Harbor seems to have some really big striped bass lately.
Freeway’s Birthday Wish to Pam Donnaruma
“Happy Birthday” to Pam Donnaruma, Publisher and Editor of the Post-Gazette. I wish my friend, who is also my boss, the best birthday ever and many, many more. Love, Freeway (the Post-Gazette columnist) Photo: Marie Simboli
NE/W Dog Initiative Holds Successful First Forum on Intestinal Parasites
The North End/Waterfront Dog Initiative met on Wednesday, June 23rd, for the first Humane Education Forum on responsible dog ownership. Guest speaker, Dr. Kiko Bracker led a discussion on communicable diseases in companion dogs. Specifically, the focus was on intestinal parasites passed on from other dogs, humans or the surrounding environment. The talk was co-sponsored [...]
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Celebrating Birthdays
Freeway, the Post-Gazette pooch, celebrates his birthday today on June 18 with his human friend Coach Dom who has a birthday on June 21. “Happy Birthday Dom!” Love, Freeway (Photo/caption: Courtesy of Marie S.)
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