Chef Michael Serpa of Neptune Oyster went on a Twitter rant this week after Salem Street neighbor, Pauli’s, promoted its USS Lobstitution giant lobster roll. Serpa’s tweet said, “This is why the North End is a joke. Restaurants here are so sad.” A second tweet said, “Neptune succumbs to neighborhood competition and now offers a Read More…
Boston Police have released information about an indecent assault in Beacon Hill about 6:15pm on Monday, July 8, 2013. The incident comes after a series of similar assaults in June. BPD District A-1 is seeking the public’s assistance in identifying a suspect. The following report is posted on BPDNews.com: The victim reported she was walking Read More…
All families are welcome to the first ever, NEMPAC family night, July 18th on the Prado! The night will be a celebration of families, music and the rich historical culture we have right here in the North End! The night will begin at 5:30 pm, and will include FREE kids activities and a great kids Read More…
Neighborhood View of the Day: It was July 10, 2006, when Hanover Street in Boston’s North End erupted to celebrate Italy’s World Cup win against France [Italy 1, France 1 (5-3, Italy)]. Crowds gathered outside the famous spots, including the former Caffe Graffiti and Italian flags hung from the rooftops. Azzuri‘s championship win brought a Read More…
The North End / Waterfront Residents’ Association (NEWRA) issued a comment letter, dated July 8, 2013, regarding the Government Center Garage Project. The proposal, currently under review by the Boston Redevelopment Authority and other agencies, would replace much of the existing 11-story garage between New Sudbury and New Chardon streets with 771 apartments and condominiums, Read More…
First reported as a carjacking by 7News WHDH, Boston Police later followed up with an attempted robbery classification for an incident in Boston’s North End shortly after 11 pm on Monday night. Two women were in a vehicle near the corner of Hanover and N. Bennet Streets after getting out of work when another car Read More…
[responsive_youtube http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TIILiEyWDe4] The North End / Waterfront Neighborhood Council met for its monthly meeting on July 8, 2013. The meeting video is embedded here along with the following timeline of issues and votes below. 00:00 Call to order, Roll Call, Meeting Protocol 01:30 Resident Parking/Traffic Committee – Update on visitor parking signage to allow for Read More…
Neighborhood View of the Day: “Summer Fun” at the Greenway’s Rings Fountain, captured in action by Christian Pleva. Also see a recent North End photo gallery posting on Christian’s blog. Did you take a cool photo in the North End / Waterfront? Email it to info@northendwaterfront.com to have it featured here.
One day I was a passenger in a car on the Longfellow Bridge coming into Boston from Cambridge. Bob was driving and Ann was in the front seat. We began discussing the upcoming reconstruction of the bridge and the granite at Charles Circle that bordered a sidewalk. “How wide is that sidewalk anyway?” asked Ann. Read More…
ROC Teen Saturday and Regina Pizzeria announce the return of North End Movie Nights for the 8th year, held every Wednesday night at the Gassy (DeFilippo Playground) on Prince Street. The fun starts around 7pm with the movie on at sundown. This season will feature Super Slides every week. Free Regina Pizza and beverages. Bring Read More…
Ward 3 Committee To Host Boston City Council Candidates Night Wednesday, July 10, 2013 The Ward Three Democratic Committee will host a Candidates Night and Endorsement Meeting for Boston City Council candidates at the Nazzaro Community Center, (30 North Bennett Street) on Wednesday, July 10, 2013 at 6:00PM. All candidates running in the At-Large, District Read More…
Four teachers from St. John School, Margaret Betts, Valerie Mahillon, Beth Picknally and Meghan Warner, participated in this year’s CSF Summer Technology Academy hosted by The Catholic Schools Foundation, the Catholic Schools Office, Lynch Foundation, Lynch School of Education at Boston College, and the Roche Center for Catholic Education at Boston College. After the huge Read More…