The dedication of Armenian Heritage Park on the Greenway was held in the pouring rain, but that only highlighted the spirit of its supporters during the historic celebration. The dedication of the long-awaited park brought out hundreds of spectators, creating a sea of umbrellas on the former plot of “Big Dig” land located across from Read More…
“The Chew” correspondent Evette Rio visits Boston’s North End, spending some time at various eateries around the neighborhood. Polcari’s Coffee – Nicky explains how to shop in the North End. Parziale’s Bakery – Dino DiFronzo and Augustine Parziale explain how their family brought pizza to Boston from Naples in 1907 and continue to serve it Read More…
There will be a stadium pyrotechnics type display this evening, Tuesday, May 22, 2012 on the Charles River at the rear of the Museum of Science around 2130 hours (Ed: that’s 9:30 pm). This will be a 10 minute display for a private event. Via City of Boston and Boston Fire Department View photos from Read More…
by Ralph Martignetti, The Commissioner NEAABaseball.org Standings Thru 5/21/12 Standings Wins Losses Pct Cardinals 7 0 1.000 Indians 3 2 0.600 Tigers 2 4 0.333 Cubs 0 6 0.000 Coach Al provides the latest write-ups for the Indians: 5-18-12 The Indians and Cubs played a very entertaining game last night. The Indians scored 6 runs Read More…
The following limited raffle is a fundraiser for disabled Marine Greg Caron from the 1st Battalian 24th Marines to send Greg and his family to St. John. He was severely injured while serving his second tour in Afghanistan and this trip would serve as part of his recovery. The raffle drawing will be held on Read More…
Boston Police found and arrested a male suspect today who is accused of jumping out of a car on Salem Street in the North End last Monday night to attack and rob a woman. Using witness accounts and video coverage from neighboring properties, police were able to I.D. the suspect and the car used in Read More…
Gigi Reppucci is the May 2012 winner of the Good Neighbor Recognition Award, presented by NEWRA Clean Streets Committee member, Janet Gilardi. Gigi is well-known for planting the flowers at Polcari Playground and keeping the area near the Nazzaro Center clean and welcoming to the community. He has been planting the flower pots for the 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. 1. Hi Toni and Maria, I just moved into one of the larger buildings on the Waterfront. I was surprised to hear Read More…
Reported incidents from the weekly Boston Police District A-1 Journal Log: Robbery 05/14/12 9:50pm Female victim was robbed by a male suspect on Salem St. while walking. Suspect was operating a black motor vehcile down Salem St. towards Charter St. At this time, the suspect stopped the motor vehicle, got out the drivers side stated Read More…
It was the perfect day for an outdoor book sale in the North End! The Friends of the North End Branch Library put on a banner event on Saturday, May 19, 2012. Featuring book and DVD donations from far and wide, the tables spread out along the library entrance and Parmenter Street sidewalk. Proceeds go Read More…
We checked in with Rita, Lisa and Nicky DiPietrantonio at La Galleria 33 to see how the production was coming along for an upcoming episode with Celebrity Chef Gordon Ramsay and his show “Kitchen Nightmares.” For those who have seen the show, the first scene is usually the “nightmare” where diners are encouraged to be Read More…
Wedding fireworks set off from a barge in Boston Harbor gave the city a show on Saturday night, likely for a reception at Boston Harbor Hotel, Rowes Wharf. (Though not likely this wedding.) Photos by Matt Conti.