The electronic signs over the expressway and interstate this weekend flashed in sequence: “We are one Boston.” “Thank you to all.” We’ve had 9/11 when planes flew out of Boston into New York’s twin towers. We’ve had the Boston Strangler(s). We’ve had the Great Molasses Flood. The anarchist bombing of a North End fire station. Read More…
Painting is underway of the famous Old North Church steeple, 191 feet tall, by some high flying workers as shown in these photos shared by Steve Cavanaugh. The project is part of a 10 year plan to restore the historic site in preparation for Old North Church’s 300th anniversary in 2023. In addition to the Read More…
Mayor Menino was presented the flag that was flown over the finish line at the Boston Marathon by an FBI official, symbolically releasing jurisdiction over to the City of Boston on April 22, 2013. The flag was handed over to Mayor Menino by Lt Detective Darrin Greeley of the CSRU Unit of the Boston Police Read More…
North Bennet Street School to showcase extraordinary student and alumni work in Boston’s Financial District, May 13-24 Exhibit includes over 60 examples of fine furniture, stringed instruments and hand-bound books crafted by the school’s students and alumni. Boston’s acclaimed North Bennet Street School (http://www.nbss.edu) returns to the Financial District in May with a two-week exhibition Read More…
Neighborhood View of the Day: The demolition of the building at Lovejoy Wharf is in full progress, as captured here by Dr. Joe Mendola. The historic Hoffman building adjacent to the N. Washington St. Bridge is being renovated for the new headquarters of Nike’s Converse, the sneaker company. The building currently being torn down is Read More…
Whew. Last week is finally over. If you consider the guys who planted the bombs on Boylston Street, the Mississippian who sent ricin-laced letters to a senator and our president, and the husband and wife accused of murdering Texan law-enforcement officials—vermin we became aware of within one 48-hour period—you’d think we’re living in a perverse, Read More…
[responsive_youtube http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XvlubNyz2Cw] Video: 1st Annual Daffodil Day on Sunday, April 14, 2013 hosted by the Friends of the North End Parks, Rose F. Kennedy Greenway Conservancy and North End Beautification Committee. Highlights: Ribbon cutting by City Councilor Sal LaMattina Musical performances by the Boston String Academy Spring daffodil poem, read by Grace Abbott See the article and daffodil photos Read More…
It’s Stump Trivia Night for Young Professionals (21+ with ID) on Friday, April 26, 2013, 6:30 pm at the Fisherman’s Club in the North End (corner of Fulton and Lewis Streets). In addition, there will be a live performance by The Jazz Quntet, Chroma and free pizza from Ducali’s Pizzeria. The event is being hosted by Read More…
[responsive_youtube http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_IQ2HBxItJs] Video: Reports and updates from the North End / Waterfront Residents’ Association (NEWRA) Monthly Meeting on April 11, 2013. Timeline index: 00:00 Mayor’s Office of Neighborhood Services – Boston Shines is Saturday, April 27, 2013 starting at 9:00 am on the Prado. 00:30 Introductions from staff fo current and prospective political officials from Read More…
[responsive_youtube http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HTqyQcsd-Q0] Video: Rose F. Kennedy Greenway Conservancy Staff Updates from the April 9, 2013 Board of Directors Meeting. Timeline Index: 00:00 – Jesse Brackenbury, COO and Acting Executive Director Replacement of Dewey Square Mural Public Art RFQ Update Gala on the Greenway – May 13 and 14, 2013 03:30 Rings Fountain Maintenance – Robert Stigberg, Superintendent Read More…
ABCD North End/West End Neighborhood Service Center Participates in the Annual Feinstein $1 Million Giveaway to Fight Hunger NOW THROUGH APRIL 30th Please send monetary donations, gift certificates for food, or non-perishable food items to the: ABCD North End/West End Neighborhood Service Center 1 Michelangelo Street Boston, MA 02113 (off Charter Street – in former Read More…
Neighborhood View of the Day: Tony DeMarco was at a North End book signing this weekend at Caffe dello Sport. SupahFan’s Kevin Kruger shares this photo of Tony’s Statue with a Boston Marathon jacket. See recent posts relating to the Marathon bombings, including candlelight vigil photos. What’s Happening In the North End / Waterfront: Monday, Read More…