[responsive_youtube http://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_embedded&v=M80DXI932OE#!] The FBI has released photos and video of the two suspects of the Boston Marathon bombings. Seen walking one behind the other near the site, the 2nd suspect (white hat) was seen dropping his backback near the explosion site. The FBI are seeking the public’s help in identifying the suspects. Contact boston@ic.fbi.gov or Read More…
[responsive_youtube http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0-Vj1O9kreA] Brainstorming was on the agenda at the most recent Greenway Conservancy Board of Directors meeting held on April 9, 2013. Starting with the Board Members and then opening the discussion to the public, Chair Georgia Murray, explained that several realities have changed on the Greenway in the past few years such as the Read More…
Join NEAD for a Bingo Fundraiser on Sunday, April 21st from 2-5 pm at the Nazzaro Community Center. There will be great prizes, refreshments, raffles and lots of fun! $30 for 3 cards (and more cards if you want). See Laurie D’Elia to sign-up at the Nazzaro Center or send a check to North End Read More…
Video of the Day: At Wednesday night’s Bruins – Sabres game at TD Garden, the Boston Bruins paid tribute to victims of the Boston Marathon bombings. The Boston Fire Department Honor Guard and fans joined with singer Rene Rancourt for an emotional rendition of the National Anthem. [responsive_youtube http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5CkhEEvsEEA] What’s Happening In the North End Read More…
[responsive_youtube http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9ic26Vp5lhc] After marching in from the Prado, the First Michigan Fife and Drum Corps performed at Old North’s Lantern Ceremony on the eve of Patriot’s Day. The event was held on Sunday, April 14, 2012 in the North End at the Old North Church. Enjoy this video of their performance at the beginning of Read More…
The warmer weather must be here because Dip It Sweet on Endicott Street is now open for the season. Owner Buddy Onessimo just received a new ice cream delivery from Richardson’s Dairy this week. Janine Coppola catches the action in this photo with Buddy serving one of his first customers this year.
Join the Friends of Christopher Columbus Park (FOCCP) at the May 4, 2013 Park Playground Pizza Party & Tot-Lot Cleanup. The fun gets started at 12 noon and runs through 2:00 pm. Big Joe the Storyteller will be on hand along with free children’s activities including face painting, pizza and games. Spring is in the Read More…
Sunday, June 2, 2013 8:00 AM – Departure from Boston Enjoy coffee and donuts at Saint Anthony’s Club on Endicott Street before departing for the casino on a deluxe coach bus. 4:00 PM – Depart Foxwoods Arrive back at St. Anthony’s Club at approximately 6:00PM and stay for some refreshments. Tickets are $20.00 per person Read More…
Neighborhood Views of the Day: A few snapshots from a walk around the neighborhood last night with signs of recovering and reflecting after the Boston Marathon bombings. Also see the updated Storify compilation of articles, photos and videos. Did you take a cool photo? Have it featured by emailing it to info@northendwaterfront.com. What’s Happening In Read More…
[responsive_youtube http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ir8qbSaIor4] Video: 57 Snow Hill Street zoning relief application at NEWRA on April 11, 2013 The top floor owner of 57 Snow Hill Street, James Ferrera, received a close, but favorable, vote of 14-13 from the North End / Waterfront Residents’ Association (NEWRA) in support of his requested zoning relief. Represented by Attorney Daniel Read More…
Around 8 a.m. on Tuesday, the Bomb Squad and Boston Fire Department responded to a “suspicious package” by the Coast Guard Base on Commercial Street. North End resident Kevin Krueger shares this photo of the scene. If you have any information on this incident, please leave it in the comments below.
The North End, and the entire City of Boston, is shaken and distressed by Monday’s tragic events. Even if you did not personally experience direct physical trauma from these events, they may present with emotional distress. It is very common for people to experience emotional aftershocks when they have experienced a horrible event directly or Read More…