During the coronavirus pandemic, Boston has become a much quieter, sometimes eerily empty city. Schools have been closed since mid-March, and most shops and office buildings are locked. As part of Gov. Baker’s emergency order, all businesses that do not provide COVID-19 essential services have closed their physical locations. All to stop the spread of Read More…
Winter storm Harper brought snow, freezing rain and ice to the North End / Waterfront this past weekend. Many of us are still thawing out after the freezing temperatures caused snow and slush to turn to solid masses. How was your experience in the aftermath of Boston’s first winter storm of 2019? Was the neighborhood’s Read More…
A meeting of the minds occurred on Tuesday between dog owners, park advocates and city officials, giving life to the long-discussed idea of a North End dog park. The Parks and Open Spaces Committee of the North End / Waterfront Residents’ Association (NEWRA) hosted an open discussion on dogs in neighborhood parks on July 11, Read More…
Ah c'mon folks, let's give it a try! I look out on streets that are off the city's hit list. Call out the 'hood's umpah band, back the parade up with broom-carrying residents, and let's make a festival out of it.