[responsive_youtube http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OHZ_6EFSTbY] North End resident Tom Schiavoni provides a review and update on efforts to reopen the Visitor Center and public restrooms in the Michelangelo building on Hull Street. The discussion was held at the September 12, 2013 meeting of the North End / Waterfront Residents’ Association (NEWRA).
[responsive_youtube http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Jc6aaMQQb40] Overwhelmed with too many posts? We get it. Here is a quick rundown of the top posts from the past week on NorthEndWaterfront.com. Top Posts Young Anthony! in Remake of Prince Spaghetti TV Commercial has North End Connections North End-born, Prince Pasta, launched a remake of its famous “Anthony! Anthony!” Prince Spaghetti television commercial Read More…
Representing the North End Chamber of Commerce, NECC board member Toni Gilardi presented a plan for a neighborhood cleanup on Saturday, September 21st from 9:00 am to 12:00 pm. Operation Cleanup “This is MY North End” is seeking wide participation by community residents and businesses. The City of Boston will provide brooms, shovels, bags and Read More…
Maureen Imbergamo shares this close-up view of the cod fish character on the new Greenway carousel. “Neighborhood Photo” is a regular feature on NorthEndWaterfront.com. Did you take an interesting photo in or around Boston’s North End / Waterfront? Have it featured by emailing it to info@northendwaterfront.com. Please include a title, date taken and a sentence or two Read More…
The North End Chamber of Commerce (NECC) is proud to sponsor Operation Clean-up “This is My North End” on Saturday, September 21, 2013 from 9:00 am to 12:00 noon. The City of Boston is providing brooms, shovels, bags and gloves. Businesses send your workers, residents roll up your sleeves. We need everyone to participate. Check Read More…
Boston Fire (Engine 8, Ladder 1) at 392 Hanover Street reported to Boston Police that an unknown person stole the charity “Fire Boot” and associated lock box from in front of the station. The longstanding “Fill the Boot” collection supports the Muscular Dystrophy Association (MDA). The incident is believed to have occurred early on Friday Read More…
[responsive_vimeo http://vimeo.com/69335076] Stefano Marchese, co-director of the St. Leonard Choral Society, has released his debut album, “Radici.” A native of Pescara, the 29-year-old Berklee alum’s album includes six original tracks that fuse Mediterranean jazz melodies with American harmonies. “It’s an album that represents my experience as an immigrant,” says Marchese, who moved from Italy to Read More…
The Good Neighbor Recognition Award for September 2013 was presented to North End RUFF, Responsible Urbanites for Fido by the North End / Waterfront Residents’ Association (NEWRA). The award was announced by NEWRA President, Jim Salini, and presented by NEWRA Recognition Committee Chair, Janet Gilardi, at the September 12, 2013 monthly meeting. The monthly award Read More…
[responsive_youtube http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4IniV9XH38E] Nicole Freedman, Boston Bikes Director, gave an update on the addition of shared bike markings scheduled for Salem Street in Boston’s North End. The update was hosted by the North End / Waterfront Residents’ Association (NEWRA) on September 12, 2013. See CityofBoston.gov/bikes for more information on Boston Bikes.
[responsive_youtube http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=i58glgZdQmM] District 1 City Councilor Sal LaMattina gave a brief update to the North End / Waterfront Residents’ Association on Thursday, September 12, 2013. The primary topic covered was the reconstruction of Salem Street that will be repaved starting on October 15th. In addition, the Councilor agreed to setup a meeting with the Boston Read More…
Reported incidents from this week’s Boston Police Journal Log for the North End / Waterfront area are shown below, courtesy of BPD District A-1. Robbery / Knife 09/09/13 4:08am Male suspect entered a Hanover St. convenience store (7-Eleven), approached the clerk, displayed a knife and demanded cash. At this time, the suspect reached over the Read More…
Here’s the scoop for 2013-2014 Morning Playgroup at the Nazzaro Center: Who: You and your infant(s) and/or toddler(s) What: Morning playgroup When: MONDAYS, Tuesdays, and Fridays, 9am-12:00pm (Note – most folks don’t show until about 10:00 am – also note that another group uses the space at 12:05. Let’s make sure to be cleaned up Read More…