Universal Hub reports from Tuesday’s Boston Licensing Board hearing regarding an altercation between Boston Police and David Riccio about chairs in the street in front of Caffe Vittoria on Hanover Street. North End cigar smoker fumes at cops who tell him he can’t set up chairs in front of a hydrant And Caffe Vittoria in Read More…
Month: December 2013
Downtown View: Too Much Trash
Bostonians complained about it in the 1920s. We still complain about it. It’s so common and yet so difficult to solve. Maybe new Mayor Marty Walsh’s team can put the matter to rest. We’re talking trash. Boston is dirty compared to other American and European cities. “We moved into the city nine years ago,” said Read More…
Ward 8 Restaurant & Bar Opens on North Washington Street [Photos]
Ward 8 Restaurant & Bar is the new creation designed from the ground up by Nicholas Frattaroli. Connecting the North End and Bulfinch Triangle in the West End, the location at 90 N. Washington Street is geared for both the Garden events as well as a neighborhood crowd. We stopped in before the Grand Opening Read More…
St. Agrippina Society Christmas Program for North End Children on December 8th
Phil Carangelo and the Saint Agrippina Society are bringing the holiday toy program back this year for North End children. Not only will Santa be back to hand out toys and take pictures but the Celtics Dancers and Blades from The Boston Bruins will also be in attendance. Details below. 19th Annual Christmas Program for North Read More…
November 2013 Real Estate Sales for North End / Waterfront
$200,000 – $399,999 181 Salem Street unit R: 1 Bed, 1 Bath with 680 sq.ft. sold for $375,000 200 Salem Street #2: 2 Bed, 1 Bath with 530 sq.ft. sold for $399,000 $400,000-$599,999 The Mariner #309: 1 Bed, 1 Bath with 539 sq.ft. sold for $420,000 199 Salem Street #3: 1 Bed, 1 Bath with Read More…
Events This Week in the Holiday Spirit
The holiday activities are off and running. With the season in full swing, there are plenty of events to get you in the spirit. Stop by the North End’s Steriti Skating Rink on Saturday, bring an unwrapped toy to receive a free skate rental and ice time to skate around. Holiday concerts are also great events Read More…
North End Eatery Collage Gifted to Historical Society
The North End Historical Society received a unique gift in the form of a neighborhood restaurant collage by Ed Sokoloff. The contemporary artist has been photographing eateries of all types in Massachusetts for over 10 years. The North End montage was one of five initial creations by Sokoloff, intended to preserve the storefront signs and Read More…
Jigsaw Picture Puzzle: Horse-drawn Carriage Wedding at Prado
The Prado, Paul Revere Mall, has become a hot spot for wedding couples to take photos. This group came by horse-drawn carriage one night. 35 pieces, enjoy! [Your web browser does not support frames or is currently configured not to display frames. However, you may visit the related page.] Photo by Matt Conti.
7th Annual North End “Buon Natale” Holiday Shopping Stroll on Friday, December 6th
7th Annual North End “Buon Natale” Holiday Shopping Stroll Friday, December 6, 2013 6:00 pm to 11:00 pm Explore boutiques, galleries, design studios and sweet shops of Boston’s Little Italy! There will be light refreshments, discounts and validated parking (Parcel 7 Haymarket Garage)! Savas Studios Sedurre Shake the Tree SOL OPTICS Sunglass Boutique The Wine Read More…
Christmas Tree Event with Santa on Cross Street Plaza – December 6th
Kick off the North End Holiday Shopping Stroll, at the Cross Street Tree Event! The North End Beautification Committee Christmas Tree Event with A visit from Santa Friday, December 6th, 2013 6:00 p.m. ~ 7:30 p.m. (Corner of Cross and Hanover Streets) Stop by for Hot Chocolate and Cookies !! We are a community-based volunteer Read More…