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The sign has gone up for Locale at 350 Hanover Street (on the corner of Tileston St.) in the space formerly occupied by Hanover News. Locale is expected to be a pizza shop operated by the Pittorie family. This photo was shared by North Ender, Adam Castiglioni, also of the Boston Hospitality and Tourism Blog. [...]
A North End Interfaith Neighborhood Vigil and Remembrance Service was held on Thursday evening for the victims of the Boston Marathon bombings of April 15, 2013 and the brave men & women who responded to the tragedy. Special prayers were offered for the recovery of Roseann Sdoia, a North End resident, who was seriously injured [...]
The huge magnolia tree in St. Leonard’s Peace Garden is in full bloom this week, magnificent as always. Solve this puzzle by putting together the jigsaw pieces (35 pieces). (Photo by Matt Conti.)
@HeadCoachKev tweets out this photo of the dog park on Richmond Street undergoing renovations. See this post for more details from RUFF. Did you take a cool photo? Have it featured by emailing it to info@northendwaterfront.com.
Video: The North End Societies held a solemn procession and vigil on Sunday, April 21, 2013, to remember those affected by the Boston Marathon bombings. Representing the societies, Jason Aluia from St. Anthony’s Club, spoke to the crowd about remembering the victims of the attacks and the aftermath. There was a special prayer for North [...]
North End Against Drugs held a successful Bingo Fundraiser on Sunday, April 21st at the Nazzaro Community Center. There were great prizes, refreshments, raffles and lots of fun! The event raised thousands of dollars for the non-profit’s programs. More information at NEADBoston.com. (Photos by Matt Conti)
The 238th Lantern Ceremony was held at Old North Church on the eve of Patriots’ Day, April 14, 2013, in Boston’s North End. Featured in this video with timeline: 00:00 – Excerpts from Paul Revere’s Letter to Jeremy Belknap – The Most Worshipful Grand Master of Masons in Massachusetts, Richard James Stewart 05:20 – “Land of the [...]
Video: 1st Annual Daffodil Day on Sunday, April 14, 2013 hosted by the Friends of the North End Parks, Rose F. Kennedy Greenway Conservancy and North End Beautification Committee. Highlights: Ribbon cutting by City Councilor Sal LaMattina Musical performances by the Boston String Academy Spring daffodil poem, read by Grace Abbott See the article and daffodil photos from this [...]
Video: Reports and updates from the North End / Waterfront Residents’ Association (NEWRA) Monthly Meeting on April 11, 2013. Timeline index: 00:00 Mayor’s Office of Neighborhood Services – Boston Shines is Saturday, April 27, 2013 starting at 9:00 am on the Prado. 00:30 Introductions from staff fo current and prospective political officials from the offices [...]
The North End Societies, known worldwide for the famous summer feasts and religious processions, joined together on Sunday for a solemn walk and vigil in remembrance and prayer for the victims of the Boston Marathon bombings and its aftermath. The candlelight vigil, sing-a-long and procession started on Endicott Street at the St. Anthony’s Club with [...]
Video: 244-246R Hanover St. & 20 Parmenter St. presentation, discussion and NEWRA vote on April 11, 2013 The North End / Waterfront Residents’ Association (NEWRA) voted 10-16 in opposition of a proposed new residential development at 244-246R Hanover Street and 20 Parmenter Street. The request seeks zoning relief for the purpose of converting commercial/retail spaces to residential use [...]
The Eucharistic Congress held a spiritual “Pray for Boston” candlelight procession on Saturday night through the streets of the North End. Taking place so soon after the Marathon bombings, the annual event had special meaning this year bringing together hundreds of young adults from the Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Boston. Activities included service projects, a [...]
Video: Review of 2012 Greenway Programs and Schedule for 2013 presented by Charlie McCabe, Greenway Conservancy Director of Programs (April 9, 2013 Board of Directors Meeting) Have a program idea or want to run an event on the Greenway? Contact info@rosekennedygreenway.org for more information.
The annual Lantern Ceremony was held at Old North Church on April 14, 2013. This video features the Entrance Procession: Color Guard from USS Constitution Grand Lodge of Masons Ancient and Honorable Artillery Company of Massachusetts Massachusetts National Lancers Lexington Minute Men Menotomy Minute Men Wilmington Minute Men Watertown Provincial Guard Mr. Michael LePage – [...]
The North End / Waterfront Residents’ Association (NEWRA) decided to “table” the renewal application by VPNE Parking Solutions at 181 North Washington Street. The parking lot company manages a 7-space outdoor parking lot on the former service station property at the intersection of Endicott Street and North Washington Street. Residents raised several concerns with the lot’s [...]
Friday, April 19, 2013 – What a day! As the entire Boston metro area was locked down, law enforcement officers tracked down and captured the Boston Marathon bomber suspects. It was quite the story and one that will be told many times in many ways. For now, here is a collection of photos, videos and articles from [...]
Photos of what the North End / Waterfront looked like under Friday’s “Shelter in Place” lockdown as the manhunt continued in Watertown. The streets were fairly free of vehicles, but we found several neighborhood shops open for business. Residents were starting to get anxious by the early afternoon, gathering in the cafes and starting to mull [...]
After marching in from the Prado, the First Michigan Fife and Drum Corps performed at Old North’s Lantern Ceremony on the eve of Patriot’s Day. The event was held on Sunday, April 14, 2012 in the North End at the Old North Church. Enjoy this video of their performance at the beginning of the ceremony [...]
Today is Patriots Day, a day that reflects the freedom Boston has celebrated throughout its history. Boston is a tough and resilient town and so are its people. — President Obama, April 15, 2013 Hours before the explosions at the Boston Marathon, a much calmer and more celebratory event took place on the 2013 [...]
The 238th Lantern Ceremony was held on Sunday night at Old North Church concluding with the Lighting of the Lanterns and Midnight Ride of Paul Revere. In this video segment, Old North Vicar, Rev. Stephen T. Ayres, lights the lanterns (candle malfunction notwithstanding) and gives them to this year’s carriers to symbolize Robert Newman’s climb [...]
The Friends of the North End Parks joined with the Rose F. Kennedy Greenway Conservancy and North End Beautification Committee for the 1st Annual Daffodil Day on Sunday, April 14, 2013. The event celebrated the beauty of Spring on the Greenway with daffodils, music, poetry and fun. City Councilor Sal LaMattina led the ribbon cutting [...]
Walking past the Armenian Heritage Park on the Greenway, I noticed that the vertical fountain in the center labyrinth has been turned on for the season. Also in full display is the new configuration of the dodecahedron abstract sculpture. This jigsaw picture puzzle has 50 pieces, enjoy! (Photo by Matt Conti)
Amy Dwyer of the Rose F. Kennedy Greenway Conservancy spoke to the North End / Waterfront Residents’ Association (NEWRA) about an incident involving skateboarders on the North End Parks. According to the report, the incident occurred this week on Parcel 10 in the North End Parks when staff confronted skateboarders that were damaging the park’s [...]
What could be better than chocolate? How about a live historical exhibit of old time colonial chocolate making in the North End at Old North Church on the Freedom Trail! Located at the Clough House, adjacent to Old North Church on Unity Street, the grand opening of Captain Jackson’s Colonial Chocolate Shop is set for [...]
The Friends of the North End Parks (FOTNEP) presented this week to the Rose F. Kennedy Greenway Conservancy Board of Directors in support of their plan to enhance the plantings on the Greenway. FOTNEP President Nathan Swain described the group’s efforts in coordination with the Conservancy to plant 13,000 daffodils last fall. A Spring celebration [...]
State Representative Aaron Michlewitz held a fundraiser on Tuesday night at The Living Room in the North End / Waterfront with friends, supporters and a “who’s who” of political colleagues. The venue is a change from previous years at NEBO Restaurant, that recently moved out of the neighborhood. Since 2009, Michlewitz has represented the Third [...]
Video: 244-246R Hanover St. & 20 Parmenter St. presentation, discussion and NEWNC vote on April 1, 2013 Silverline Development Company, the new owner of 244-246R Hanover Street and 20 Parmenter Street, received a unanimous 7-0 vote in support of its zoning relief requests from the North End / Waterfront Neighborhood Council, NEWNC. The request seeks [...]
On Saturday March 31, North End Against Drugs (NEAD) held its annual Easter Party at the Nazzaro Center. There were more than 100 adults and children in attendance all enjoying pictures with the Easter Bunny, egg coloring and a goodie bag containing a stuffed animal and candy and toys. City Councilor Sal LaMattina hosted the [...]
Enjoy solving this night scene picture puzzle of Polcari’s Coffee and the Sulmona Meat Market on the corner of Parmenter & Salem Streets. I heard the last jigsaw puzzle was a little tough, so there are only 60 pieces in this one. [Your web browser does not support frames or is currently configured not to [...]
For April 2013, this month’s wallpaper calendar photo recognizes Patriot’s Day. If you walk up to the bell tower at the Old North Church, this is one of the windows you see on the way up where two lanterns are appropriately placed on the sill. Patriot’s Day falls on Monday, April 15th this year. I [...]
The North End Egg Hunt was a huge hit with over 90 kids showing up at Langone Park, Puopolo Field and the Mirabella Pool area. Eggs were hidden on the ball fields, basketball court, around the bocce courts and the playground. The successful event was organized by Becca Griffin on Friday, March 29, 2013. A Parks [...]
Capping off a successful season, the North End Athletic Association Minors held an awards event on Monday night. The Nazzaro Center was standing room only as kids, parents and coaches marked the teams accomplishments last season. The NEAA minors teams are the Muck Dogs, Mud Cats, Raptors and Grasshoppers. Up and coming are the enthusiastic [...]
As yet another storm bears down on us, let this picture puzzle transport your mind to a warm summer’s night in the Prado. 80 pieces! [Your web browser does not support frames or is currently configured not to display frames. However, you may visit the related page.] (Photo by Matt Conti)
The North End Friends of St. Francis House held their annual flea market and bake sale on Friday and Saturday, March 22-23, 2013 to benefit the Kneeland Street homeless shelter. As usual, there were tons of treasures at the Nazzaro Center flea market alongside homemade baked goods from throughout the North End. Mama Romano’s [...]
Video: Two final presentations for the Greenway / Central Artery Parcel 9 at public meeting hosted by property owner Massachusetts Department of Transportation (MassDOT) on March 20, 2013 at Mariner’s House in Boston’s North End. Presenting are (1) Blackstone Market by Cresset Group / DeNormandie Cos. and (2) Haymarket Square by Normandy Partners / Jones [...]
Last week’s rotating puzzle threw off a lot of you, but congrats to those who finished it. This week, St. Joseph’s Day is March 19th. Of course, that makes us think of a seasonal favorite, Zeppole di San Guiseppe. This photo is out of the box fresh from Maria’s Pastry in the North End. It’s [...]