Listening to Big Joe the Storyteller

Monday’s Brief: Aquarium Won’t Pay In-Lieu-of-Tax Payment to City, Crafternoon, Boston Tea Party 240th Anniversary

Today is Monday, December 16 and according to a citywide proposal, the Boston Public Library is considering adding apartments to four branches in the West End, Dorchester and Roxbury that are already slated for renovations – a first for the city, read more on WBGH. Here’s what you need to know for the week ahead… Read More…

What’s The 311? Fallen Tree in Charter St. Park, Hanover St. Pothole, Broken Picnic Table, and Damaged Tree on Hanover St.

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. Large Tree Falls in Charter Street Park “Big tree down from the storm. New saplings would be appreciated. Thanks!” The original 311 post can be found Read More…

Take a Look Inside Mare Oyster Crudo and Seafood Bar

We stopped in before the grand opening of the new Mare Oyster Crudo and Seafood Bar for some photos of the unique restaurant space with white marble, a patio lounge and fire pits. Every table inside and out has a view of the Boston skyline at the completely renovated and expanded location formerly occupied by Ida’s Ristorante. A passing summer thunderstorm Read More…