On Monday December 12, 2011, the District A-1 CSO Office held the finals of the inaugural “This is how we roll” bowling tournament. The event was held at the Boston Bowl located on Morrissey Blvd. The teams consisted of four teens, two boys and two girls from three of District A-1’s communities, Charlestown, Chinatown and Read More…
Month: December 2011
Snow Emergency Parking, Shoveling & Trash Info
Snow emergency streets in the North End / Waterfront include Hanover St., Cross St., N. Washington St. and Commercial St.
Video: NEWNC Reports From December 12th Meeting With Comments From Rep. Michlewitz
This video contains the introductory announcements and committee reports from the December 12, 2011 meeting of the North End / Waterfront Neighborhood Council (NEWNC). After meeting protocol, reports include neighborhood parking/traffic, public safety, Greenway and NEWNC’s revised by-laws. NEWNC President Donna Freni also introduced local State Rep. Aaron Michlewitz who made some brief comments at Read More…
Photo: Moonrise Over Boston Harbor
Some people are into sunrises. You know who you are. Well, tonight there was a spectacular moonrise over Boston Harbor. And yes, that’s a plane landing at Logan under the moon. (Photo by Matt Conti)
Record Turnout for the 4th Annual Santa Skate & Toy Drive at Steriti Rink in the North End
In the largest neighborhood skating event of the season, the North End Columbus Day Committee hosted the 4th Annual Santa Skate & Toy Drive at Steriti Rink on Saturday, December 10, 2011. Skaters brought toys and the kids enjoyed photos with Santa while everyone enjoyed skating at the rink! NEMPAC was their with bells on Read More…
Video: Trinity Financial Presents Bulfinch Triangle’s “One Canal” Without Supermarket
Sarah Barnat of Trinity Financial Inc. presented the developer’s plan for “One Canal,” an apartment rental complex to the North End / Waterfront Residents’ Association, NEWRA, on December 8, 2011. In addition to 320 luxury apartments, the building will include approximately 21,300 square feet of ground-floor retail space. The parcel runs along N. Washington Street, Read More…
Photos: Christmas Concert with Boston’s Children’s Choir at North End’s Sacred Heart Church
The Boston Children’s Choir entertained a large audience at its annual North End Christmas Concert, held on December 4, 2011 at Sacred Heart Church. The tradition is in its 7th year with the choir under the direction of Anthony Tracek King. Richard Molinari introduced the performance, sponsored by Gerald and Linda Riccio, featuring Christmas songs Read More…
NEWRA Narrowly Votes in Favor of Residential Conversions at Former Tecce’s Properties
Attorney Daniel Toscano presents zoning relief requests on behalf of Michele Holdings LLC. The North End / Waterfront Residents’ Association, NEWRA, voted 15 in support and 13 in opposition of the zoning relief requested by Michele Holdings LLC for 3 properties on N. Washington and Cooper Streets. Using a majority rules system, NEWRA will write Read More…
Boston Boating Social Club Hosts Charity Event at Four Winds – Photos
The Boston Boating Social Club (“B.B.S.C.”) hosted a charity event last Saturday night in the North End at Four Winds. They raised over $500 in cash and collected about another $300 in toys to donate to the Charity. This was their first annual charity drive and it was a huge hit with the place packed. Read More…
Photos: North End Stop for Christmas Trolley Tour & Tree Lighting on Paul Revere Mall
Mayor Tom Menino introduced Santa and the lighting of the tree to a crowd of kids who had gathered for the appearance. The trolley tour featured a host of singers, costumed characters and treats with guns of confetti. St. John School’s children’s choir also entertained the crowd while attendees munched on food courtesy of Mike’s Read More…
Video: Occupy Boston – The Day After
[responsive_youtube http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2pmfbQJSx14] Update: At 5am on Saturday, December 10, 2011, Boston Police raided the last remains of the Occupy Boston camp at Dewey Square, arresting 46 protestors with relatively little confrontation. View Globe video. This video was taken during the morning (7am) and afternoon (4pm) on December 9, 2011, a day after the midnight deadline Read More…
Logan Gears Up For Holiday Travel
Since Christmas Day falls on a Sunday this year, passenger travel is expected to be consistent at Logan Airport throughout the holiday week, Monday through Saturday. While passenger numbers will not be as high as the Thanksgiving week, Massport is still gearing up for a busy week of travel. Plenty of parking will be available Read More…