Food & Drink

NEWRA Supports “Rigoletto” Transfer From “Sapori di Napoli” at 115A Salem Street [Video]

Salem Group, LLC, (Nestor Patino) represented by Attorney Miriam Cicero, presented plans to purchase the Sapori di Napoli cafe from Vincenzo Grimaldi at 115A Salem Street to the North End / Waterfront Residents’ Association (NEWRA) on January 10, 2013. The company has filed an application with the Boston Licensing Board to seek a transfer of Read More…

Event Notices

NEWF News Saturday, 1/12/13: Flu Shot Clinic Today and Bar Food Crackdown

What’s Happening In The North End / Waterfront: This is the time to get a flu shot. There is a free Flu Shot Clinic on Saturday, 8:30am-11:45am, at North End Waterfront Health center, 332 Hanover Street. See the post. At 11:00 am, the North End Library is showing the epic film, “Lawrence of Arabia.” View Read More…

Community

Crossroads Circle Project at Christopher Columbus Park Receives Blossom Fund Grant; FOCCP Presents to Residents’ Association [Video]

Video: Friends of Christopher Columbus Park (FOCCP) President, Joanne Hayes-Rines, presents to the North End / Waterfront Residents’ Association (NEWRA) on January 10, 2013 to give the neighborhood an update on FOCCP and the proposed Crossroads Circle Project. The Friends of Christopher Columbus Park recently shared the news they have been awarded a $10,000 grant Read More…

Health & Environment

Flu Update: Rising Trend Citywide; North End Less Impacted But Heavy Cases in Charlestown

As it monitors the unfolding flu epidemic, the Boston Public Health Commission has released statistics counting 750 cases so far this season and 4 deaths. The chart above shows the rising trend and substantial increase versus previous years. The neighborhood map indicates the North End and Downtown Boston have been less impacted than other parts Read More…

Community

Flash Report for NEWRA Meeting on January 10, 2013

NEWRA Flash Report: Here is what happened at Thursday night’s meeting of the North End / Waterfront Residents’ Association (NEWRA): Marie Simboli was elected Sergeant at Arms. Joanne Hayes-Rines presented the circle project on behalf of Friends of Christopher Columbus Park. 115A Salem St. – NEWRA voted 24-4 to support the Malt and Wine with Read More…

Event Notices

NEWF News & Views for Jan. 11, 2013: Yacht Owner vs. Long Wharf Marina, Prezza Opens, Pediatric Doc Chat

What’s Happening In The North End / Waterfront: North End Waterfront Health has two events worth noting: On Friday, 9:30-10:15am, Dr. Gail LoPreste will host a Pediatric Doc Chat at the Nazzaro Center. See the details. On Saturday, 8:30am-11:45am, the NEW Health Center, 332 Hanover St., will offer free flu shots to those over 18 Read More…

Community Photos & Videos

Video: Musical Performances and Photo Slideshow of Candlelight Vigil to Remember Sandy Hook School Shooting Victims

Video: Musical performances and photos from the January 5, 2013 candlelight vigil in Boston’s North End to remember the victims of the Sandy Hook Elementary School shooting in Newtown, Connecticut. Musical tributes featured student performers at the vigil from the North End Music and Performing Arts Center (NEMPAC), featuring Nina Finocchiaro, Kristina Riccio, Alise and Read More…

Food & Drink People

Obituary: Lucia (Verrocchi) Frattaroli, Inspiration and Namesake of North End’s Lucia Ristorante

FRATTAROLI, Lucia (Verrocchi) 83, of East Boston, passed away on Thursday, January 10th, 2013 surrounded by her loving family. Lucia is the inspiration and namesake of Lucia Ristorante in the North End and Winchester. Loving wife of Arturo Frattaroli. Cherished mother of Francesco and his late wife Maria Rita, Tonino and his wife Elaine, Filippo Read More…