Neighborhood View of the Day:
The folks in the marching bands play an important role in the North End feasts. Michelle Descamps-Mario captures this moment at the opening night of the St. Anthony’s Feast on Friday.
What’s Going on Today:
- The Saint Anthony’s Feast is in full swing all day on Endicott, N. Margin and Thacher Streets. See the schedule.
- The Paul Revere House has a Quill Pen Writing and Drawing program in North Square at 1:00 pm.
View the details on upcoming events and meetings in the Events Calendar.
New on the Blog:
- St. Anthony’s Feast – Opening Ceremonies – Video and Photos
- New Acorn Streetlights on Salem Street
- Salutation Street or Pig Alley?
- Film Documentary Online: “Patron Saint: The Montefalcione Devotion to Saint Anthony”
- Video: Grand Procession of the 103rd Fisherman’s Feast in Honor of Madonna del Soccorso di Sciacca
People are Talking in the Comments:
- Mike Ellis { Salutation street is a great street and is usually much cleaner than that. Respect Salu. } – Aug 23, 10:35 PM
- Michaeld { It looks lie Salutation st is in need of some sanitation. } – Aug 23, 3:53 PM
- John Levensen { Filthiest street in the North End. } – Aug 23, 2:26 PM
- Janet Gilardi { You were one beautiful Lady, who ALWAYS had a compliment for everyone around you !!! You made sure your friends and family were comfortable and… } – Aug 23, 1:52 PM
- Janet Gilardi { Loyal friend, warrants quality friendships, caring gentleman to all, guardian for all surrounding associates, and much much more could be said for this amazing all… } – Aug 23, 1:42 PM
- Janet Gilardi { Rest-in-Peace Lena ~~~ Loved by all !! } – Aug 23, 1:28 PM
- Matt Conti { In the Trip Advisor survey, Boston did beat NYC. The second survey of the individual shops is just New England. } – Aug 23, 12:45 PM
Join the discussion. Your comments are highly encouraged!
Notable News Found Elsewhere:
- See photos of Government Center urban renewal (City of Boston Archives)
- La Madonna del Soccorso in Sciacca (Video)
Boston Weather:
Saturday – Mainly sunny. High near 75F. Winds NNE at 5 to 10 mph. 10-Day Forecast
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