Equity Office’s Rowes Wharf has requested an advisory opinion from the State’s Environmental regulator, MEPA, regarding whether or not a replacement, repair and expansion of a maritime float project would require further environmental review. A letter was sent on March 9, 2012 from Fort Point Associates, Jamie Fay, the consultant representing the project proponent. The Read More…
Video: The first two parts of D. Shostakovich’s String Quartet No. 4, Op. 83. Composed in 1949, Shostakovich, a prolific Russian 20th Century composer, was influenced greatly by the Romantic Era, however, his music contains much chromaticism and atonality, which was characteristic in the 20th century. It was “An Evening of Chamber Music” on March Read More…
Community members from the North End and throughout Downtown Boston came out to recognize and thank Bernie O’Rourke this week, longtime Captain serving 18 years at Boston Police District A-1 and recently promoted to Deputy Superintendent. Captain Tom Lee will take over the role at District A-1 as O’Rourke moves to BPD Headquarters. State Rep. Read More…
TRUE LIES & FALSE FACTS: A Questionable Tour of Boston APRIL 1, 2012 at 2:00 pm Meet at OLD NORTH CHURCH 193 Salem Street, North End, Boston Starting at the Old North Church in the North End of Boston, the hour long tour will tell some wild and amazing stories – some of which are Read More…
David Archer sends in the colorful blooms of the magnolia trees in the St. Leonard’s Peace Garden. “Neighborhood Photo” is a regular feature on NorthEndWaterfront.com. The North End’s fabled streets and the phenomenal views of the waterfront are literally “picture perfect” for resident and professional photographers. To have your photo featured, email it to Read More…
The St. Joseph Society celebrated March 19th, St. Joseph’s Day, at the Hanover St. chapel in the North End. Members of the society cooked traditional Sicilian food and invited all to join them at the St. Joseph Table. Photos by Rosario Scabin, Ross Photography, Courtesy of Post-Gazette.
The tenth annual citywide cleanup is happening in the North End on Saturday, April 28, 2012 from 9:00 am to 12:00 pm. Meet at the Prado – Paul Revere Mall, off Hanover St. at the North End Music and Performing Arts Center (NEMPAC). Groups should sign-up in advance by contacting Nicole Leo at nicole.leo@cityofboston.gov. Individuals Read More…
After multiple past attempts, the condo boards at Harbor Towers have succeeded in passing a provision to ban smoking inside the buildings, including both common areas and individual units. Harbor Towers is Boston’s largest condominium complex with 624 units and nearly 1,500 residents. In order to obtain the 75% vote needed, the provision “grandfathers” existing Read More…
Ristorante Fiori on Tuesday, April 3rd from 7 to 9 PM ___ It’s time to dig through your jewelry box and do a bit of spring cleaning. Offer your jewelry for a good cause and see if you like something your neighbor just doesn’t wear anymore! All donations are tax deductible. Donors will receive a Read More…
Thomas F. Schiavoni took these “signs of spring” photos of the daffodils at Copp’s Hill Burying Ground this morning. He noted they are out a full month earlier than last year. “Neighborhood Photo” is a regular feature on NorthEndWaterfront.com. The North End’s fabled streets and the phenomenal views of the waterfront are Read More…
“Ask Toni & Maria” is a real estate column written by Toni Gilardi and Maria DiTullio from Elite Boston Landmark Realty. Have them answer your questions in an upcoming column by emailing info@bostonlandmark.com. Hi Toni and Maria, I am beginning to think about buying a condo. One question I have is what the impact of Read More…
This week’s annual dog licensing and rabies vaccine clinic brought out all types of dogs to the Nazzaro Community Center, offering a convenient way for dog owners to register their canine companions. The City of Boston Animal Control reminds dog owners that annual registration before April 1st is required including proof of rabies vaccines. See Read More…