Photo: Above the Old North Bell Tower

Another Increase in Boston’s Property Tax

As December turns to January, the mail turns decidedly less friendly. The joy of holiday cards is replaced by tax forms and bills. If you own property in Boston, it’s been an unpleasant experience with the receipt of property tax bills showing consistently higher tax rates. The North End / Waterfront and Boston’s downtown neighborhoods Read More…

108th Annual Fisherman’s Feast [Photo Gallery]

The 108th Fisherman’s Feast continued the tradition of the North End’s oldest running Italian festival. The celebration honors Madonna Del Soccorso Di Sciacca. Opening night featured the Blessing of the Fishing Waters and the feast ended with the famous aerial grand finale, Flight of the Angel. Photos by Matt Conti.

Manhole Cover Blows Off in Front of Lewis Wharf

Boston Fire Department responded around 5:30pm on Sunday when a manhole cover blew off in front of Lewis Wharf at Atlantic Avenue and Commercial Streets along the waterfront in Boston’s North End. Witnesses report a loud crash. No injuries were apparent. Photo by Jennifer Crampton.