Cross Country Skiing on Commercial St. (Photo by Matt Conti)

What’s The 311? Garbage in the Street, Handicap Ramp Needed, Overflowing Trash Can

Welcome back to our weekly update that highlights some of the cases appearing on 311 in the North End/Waterfront neighborhoods. All 311 cases are public information and can be found at 311.boston.gov. Trash Left on Street After Pick Up “What a disgusting mess after the trashmen pick up the trash they need to be fired please have someone Read More…

Mayor’s Column: Helping Boston’s Homeowners (Residential Property Tax Cut)

By Mayor Martin J. Walsh  When I ran for Mayor, I knew I wanted to make Boston a city where every resident can afford to live, work and raise a family. Since I’ve been elected, Boston has grown — fast. Our population is expanding rapidly and we’re expected to reach over 700,000 residents by 2030. Read More…

Ivyees “Everything Honey” Ribbon Cutting Celebrates First Black, Woman-Owned Shop in North End

Ivy Lawson is making a honey splash at 120 Salem Street with the opening of her Ivyees “Honey Everything” store. In a milestone for the neighborhood, Lawson is the first woman of color to own a shop in Boston’s North End. Ivyees is operating at the location on the corner of Baldwin Place in the Read More…