Aurora (Gatto) Langone celebrated her 90th birthday with family on September 28, 2013. She is the wife of the late Freddy Langone. Helping mark the occasion were daughters Lorraine Passacantilli (husband Daniel) and Barbara Sutera (husband Carl). Aurora is the grandmother of five: Daniel & Stephen Passacantilli, Alissa Tizzano, Mark Sutera and Lea Woodward. She Read More…
[responsive_youtube http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DyC3ERs54Kg] Surrounded by enthusiastic supporters, mayoral candidate John Connolly spoke at a North End / Waterfront campaign fundraiser on Tuesday night at Billy Tse’s Restaurant. Attracting many neighborhood residents and business owners, the reception was organized by Nasser Buisier, Billy Tse, Vito Ascolillo, Carmela Laurella and Stephen DeAngelis. Connolly gave a brief speech emphasizing Read More…
The following statement was released by the City of Boston on Tuesday afternoon, October 8, 2013 regarding the bus driver strike and contingency plans by Boston Public Schools. Bus Drivers Intentions for Tomorrow Remain Uncertain: City Asks Parents to Plan Alternative Transportation for Students ALL Boston Public Schools will open one hour early tomorrow Boston Read More…
Maria S. (Esposito) Robideaux, well known and loved, lifelong resident of Boston’s North End passed away on October 6, 2013. Beloved wife of Ross Von Robideaux. Loving daughter of the late Alfred and Rose (LoPilato) Esposito. Dear sister of Anthony Esposito of Philadelphia, PA. Adored cousin of Andrea Privitera of Woburn and cherished “auntie” of Read More…
[responsive_youtube http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fYOSiuhtMLo] “Mondays with Marty” came to the North End / Waterfront this week as part of Mayoral Candidate Martin Walsh’s neighborhood outreach program. The town hall style meeting attracted dozens of neighborhood residents and business owners to the Fairmont Battery Wharf Hotel on Monday, October 7, 2013. Video Timeline Highlighting Selected Topics 00:00 Introduction Read More…
North End Waterfront Health is offering a free flu clinic on Saturday, October 19 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Standard trivalent, latex-free vaccine provided by the Boston Public Health Commission will be used. During these times, the flu shot will be free for everyone over the age of 18. Children under the age of Read More…
NEMPAC is thrilled to announce the newest member of our teaching faculty: Sean Meehan! Shawn is a professional drummer/educator residing and teaching in the Boston area. He is a graduate of the Berklee College of Music where he majored in Music Performance. Shawn has performed on concert stages throughout North America, Europe and Asia with Read More…
Mayor Menino has set a goal of building 30,000 more units of housing by 2020, even though he won’t be mayor for most of that time. Governor Patrick set a goal last year of building 10,000 new units of multi-family housing during the same time period. So Suffolk University’s Sawyer Business School and the Greater Read More…
A group of North End seniors enjoyed spending Monday on a Newport, RI bus trip visiting the slots parlor there. The trip was organized by Bobby Church and sponsored by local officials including City Councilor Sal LaMattina, State Rep. Aaron Michlewitz and State Senator Anthony Pettruccelli. Some pictures from the trip are shown in the Read More…
The steady rain couldn’t hold back people coming to to the Boston Local Food Festival on the Greenway. Sunday afternoon, hundreds of locals came to sample some new foods, healthy substitutes, and locally grown seasonings. The festival showcased food trucks, farmers, fisher folks, local restaurants, and organizations focusing on healthy food and fitness. In addition Read More…
Here are some interesting news stories around the neighborhood that we found recently on other sites. Public Safety [responsive_youtube http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=K6L1SCwi6ns] A man fell onto the tracks at North Station on the Orange Line and was pulled off the tracks by other passengers. (YouTube by mbtagm) Real Estate Development BRA Unveils Locations of 5 New Grocery Read More…
North End Waterfront Health, located at 332 Hanover Street, is now opening its doors to patients in need of urgent appointments, for issues such as illness, infections, and minor injuries. Anyone is eligible to take advantage of this service—one does not need to have a physician at the health center. “As part of our continuing Read More…