A legal fight that started in 2007 over Long Wharf neared its conclusion on Friday as the Supreme Judicial Court rejected the open space and park protection arguments of a North End citizens group, paving the way for a restaurant or development at the site. The SJC supported the Boston Redevelopment Authority (BRA) and Mass. Read More…
[responsive_youtube http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=boHFqHgnv7s] The North End / Waterfront Neighborhood Council (NEWNC) voted unanimously, 9-0, to support the addition of ice cream and a take-out license at Lulu’s Sweet Shoppe, 57 Salem Street. Represented by Attorney Daniel Toscano at the March 11, 2013 meeting, owner Sandy Russo presented plans to introduce homemade ice cream adding to its Read More…
Larceny of U.S. Flag from North End Library 03/12/ – 03/13/13 6:00pm – 11:00am A Parmenter St. librarian reported to Boston Police that an unknown person stole the American flag from the outside flag pole. The flag pole pulley system appears to have been “pulled down” as the ropes were hanging all over the nearby Read More…
The City of Boston has launched a new pothole filling program, called “SpotHoles.” The program depends on residents and businesses to report potholes directly to the Public Works Department through the Mayor’s Hotline. Some photos of the program launch in Southie this week with information below on how to report in. March in Boston means Read More…
Neighborhood View of the Day: One of the best windows to look through in the North End is Polcari’s Coffee on the corner of Salem and Parmenter Streets where you’ll find these chestnuts. Did you take a cool photo? Email it to info@northendwaterfront.com. What’s Happening In The North End / Waterfront: Early birds will be Read More…
This is brief report of what happened at Thursday night’s meeting of the North End / Waterfront Residents’ Association (NEWRA). The group voted to support two of four zoning and licensing applications. Pinkberry Frozen Yogurt franchise at 283-285 Hanover Street received a supportive 26-10 vote from NEWRA members for zoning relief and a #36A take Read More…
[responsive_youtube http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=y4LST8GndN0] Video: March 11, 2013 meeting of the North End / Waterfront Neighborhood Council (NEWNC) considering the request of Billy Tse Restaurant, 240 Commercial St. for outdoor sidewalk seating. Billy Tse Restaurant at 290 Commercial St. received the full support of the Neighborhood Council, NEWNC, in a vote of 8-0 favor of a plan Read More…
The Old North Church’s annual Lantern Ceremony will be held on Sunday, April 14 at 8 p.m. This ceremony reenacts the events that began the American Revolution while honoring contemporary contributions to American values of liberty and freedom, a tradition dating back to 1875. The colorful ceremony includes representatives of local colonial militia, a color Read More…
News on the development of 585 Commercial Street has taken a serious turn toward the benefit of Downtown Boston families as the City of Boston is close to acquiring the property for a new K-8 public school, according to people close to the situation. The new school is expected to open in 2016 and serve Read More…
[responsive_youtube http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-AfQT-YOhD0] Video: Downtown Waterfront & Greenway District Zoning Planning Initiative – Project Overview, held at the New England Aquarium IMAX Theater on March 13, 2013 A large crowd attended the Wednesday night kickoff for the Downtown Waterfront and Greenway District Zoning Planning Initiative. Led the the Boston Redevelopment Authority with its consultant, Utile Inc., Read More…
Check out our Spring Course offerings! Music class and more for kids and adults! *Early Childhood Education Offerings* Family Music Makers: Little Music Makers – Toddlers (ages newborn – approx 4) and their caretakers sing, dance and explore a variety of rhythm instruments. Wednesdays: 9:30 – 10:15 am Wednesdays: 10:30 – 11:15 am Wednesdays: 11:30 Read More…
Neighborhood View of the Day: In honor of the newly elected pontiff, Pope Francis, today’s photo is from the Saint Francis Garden outside Old North Church. The building that is now the gift shop was once the Chapel of St. Francis where Italian immigrants paid homage to this patron saint of Italy. Francis of Assisi Read More…