The holiday season is in full swing with lots of parties and events geared towards giving. With a snow storm moving in and set to hit sometime today, it doesn’t get much better than this. Catch up with a Mayor-Elect Marty Walsh fundraiser, holiday events, development by the Garden, and the police blotter. In case you’re Read More…
[responsive_youtube http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wIEH6n1dZHc] A representative for the sign company contracted by 7-Eleven presented the plan for signage on the new convenience store that will open in the former White Hen Pantry location at the corner of Hanover and North Bennet streets. The store at 340 Hanover Street is scheduled to open in the next few weeks Read More…
Ice skating under the Rowes Wharf arch opens on Saturday, December 14th from 1pm-4pm (complimentary and open to the public). More details and how it will work for the winter season in the news release from the Boston Harbor Hotel. The Boston Harbor Hotel Brings Ice Skating to the Waterfront A New Tradition Begins With Read More…
Supporters of Boston Mayor-Elect Marty Walsh held a fundraiser on Thursday night at Bricco Ristorante on Hanover Street. The well-attended event was hosted by North End restauranteur, Frank DePasquale, at his flagship restaurant. State Rep. David Nangle and John Rodgers introduced Walsh to the crowd. City Councilor At-Large-Elect Michael Flaherty was also in attendance. Incoming Read More…
**Winter Weather Advisory** Mayor Menino Reminds Residents to be Mindful This Weekend, With Snow in the Forecast Mayor Menino is urging residents to be aware this weekend as the first potentially significant snow event of the season is on the horizon. “The City of Boston is preparing for winter weather, and we’re asking residents to Read More…
An annual event for several years running is the Toys for Tots drive at North Street Grille (229 North Street). This year, customers and friends donated 100+ toys and over $500 for a private family in need of help. There are still a few days left to drop off a toy on the huge pile Read More…
How the Grinch Stole Christmas! Interactive reading – Free family fun event at the Nazzaro Center on Tuesday, December 17th at 3:30 pm
Citizens of the Impact Advisory Group (IAG) for the $1 billion Boston Garden development project are calling foul on Mayor Menino’s “compromise” agreement with developers, Boston Properties and Delaware North and their plan for a mega-complex in front of the existing TD Garden. Citing no significant concessions to neighborhood concerns regarding the 600 foot tower Read More…
The Eliot K-8 Innovation School is kicking off a “Friends of the Eliot” neighborhood campaign with local businesses. These businesses are helping support the Eliot’s fantastic programming, including ongoing theater, art, and music classes for students as well as helping bring much needed supplies to every Eliot classroom. Look for the Eliot logo in business’ Read More…
There is a lot going on here, but slow down because these articles are worth the time. See the latest casino updates from some of the elected officials who know it best. More restaurant attention in the North End with Vito’s Tavern and Ward 8. Don’t miss the latest developments on the Waterfront, Quincy Market, the North Read More…
This picture shows Salem St. at the intersection of Cross Street on a Saturday morning in the early to mid nineteen fifties. It was taken from the newly built Central Artery. It is especially meaningful to me because I was living in the building at the corner of Salem and Cross at that time, 53 Read More…
by Health Educator Mary Wright, RN As the holidays approach, here are a few tips on keeping your family safe this winter. Never leave candles unattended. Keep burning candles, matches, and lighters out of reach of children. Keep candles away from drapes or other materials that might catch fire. Turn off the tree lights, put Read More…