NORTH END / WATERFRONT RESIDENTS’ ASSOCIATION Thursday, April 8, 2010 7:00 PM Nazzaro Center 30 North Bennet Street April Meeting Agenda Reports 7:00 PM – 7:15 PM • President’s Report • Reports from City Hall: – Nicole Leo, Mayor’s Office of Neighborhood Services – Kathy Carangelo-McIsaac, Councilor Sal LaMattina’s Office • Membership Committee • Clean Read More…
Month: April 2010
Boston Public Library To Submit 4 Proposals; 3 With Branch Closings
In a response to constituents that sent letters to his office, City Councilor-At-Large, John Connolly, said he expects the Boston Public Library to propose 4 options to meet its budget gap. Of the four proposals, three will recommend neighborhood branch closings. Below is an excerpt from Councilor Connolly’s response. “One frustration on my end is Read More…
Nine City Council Members Send Letter Urging Against Library Closings
In a letter to Boston Public Library President Amy Ryan and the BPL Board of Trustees, nine of the twelve City Councilors said they “believe the BPL needs to broaden of public input and participation, and search for alternatives to neighborhood branch closings.” The Council members say the review process has not vetted other cost-cutting Read More…
Weekly North End/Waterfront Police Blotter
Highlights from this week’s Boston Police Journal Log for the North End/Waterfront area: Larceny in a Building 03/26/10 3:00pm Victim reports the known male suspect stole his furniture, rugs and electronic equipment from his Commercial St. residence. Shoplifting 03/29/10 11:59am No. Washington St. eyeglass store reports a male suspect stole a pair of eyeglass frames Read More…
Fire Dept. Rescues Elderly Man From Harbor Off Lewis Wharf
Tweets from this morning regarding the situation: Engine 8 & Ladder 1 from Hanover St. in the North End responded to a person in the water at Lewis Wharf at 6:42 am. A wheelchair was nearby. An elderly man was in the water by the seawall. Firefighters lowered a ground ladder into the water and Read More…
Congregation to Protest Library Branch Closings
Community takes vote on proposed Boston Public Library Budget at City Wide Stakeholders’ Meeting Boston: A coalition of residents from across Boston will be congregating at the Cathedral of St. Paul’s to discuss the proposed budget from the Boston Public Library Trustees. The BPL Trustees plan to announce branch closings and cuts to service throughout Read More…
Scott Brown Sees “You’re a Good Man, Scott Brown” at North End Improv Asylum
Returning to the North End, Senator Scott Brown (R-MA) and his wife WCVB-TV reporter, Gail Huff were at the Improv Asylum last week to enjoy the new comedy musical, You‘re A Good Man, Scott Brown. Apparently, the highlight of the evening was when the stage Scott Brown (played by Evan Kaufman) did an exotic dance Read More…
Obituary: Christine Barraso
Christine (Guarino) of Boston’s North End passed away on April 1, 2010 at the age of 96. Born in Boston on December 2, 1913 to the late Giuseppe and Concetta Guarino, Christine is survived by her beloved husband of 67 years Pasquale (Pat) Barrasso of Boston’s North End, her daughters Elaine O’Brien and husband John Read More…
St. John School Fundraiser & Online Auction
St. John School Annual Fundraiser “HARBORLIGHTS” Saturday, April 10th The 2010 St. John School Gala is being held on Saturday, April 10, 2010 @ the U.S. Coast Guard Base on Commercial Street in the North End from 7pm to midnight. A Sit-Down family style dinner will be provided by “Marty’s of Montvale Plaza” caterers. Entertainment Read More…
Weekly North End Branch Library Events
Putting aside the issues regarding its fate, the North End Branch Library continues to offer many weekly programs. Here is the schedule for the upcoming week.
Easter North End Moment
During a brief hopover in Boston’s North End for the holiday, the Easter Bunny needed a handy space to park his VW Rabbit. Photo courtesy of Tom Schiavoni.
North End Eating Meetup Group Reviews a Delicious Year
The North End Eating Meetup group had a busy first year. Led by North Ender, Jim Salini, the group held 19 events at the following establishments from April 2009 through March 2010. Antico Forno-Lunch Artu-Lunch Caffe Paradiso-Dessert Caffe Vittoria-Dessert Cantina Italiana-Dinner Joe’s American Bar & Grill-Brunch Living Room-Brunch, Appetizers Lucca-Dinner Lucia Ristorante-Dinner, Family Style Dinner Read More…