The top posts of last week feature some issues with public safety in terms of police activity and dirty needles. History of the Great Brink’s Robbery which took place 64 years ago is accompanied by 10 hidden North End historical sights that prove to be an interesting read. Get details about the future of Davide Restaurant and see the sidewalk mission that The Department of Public Works has set out on.
Top Posts This Week:
10 Hidden North End Historical Sites and Plaque Proposals
A post about plaque proposals for some of the lesser known stories from the neighborhood. Things like Phip’s Corner at Charter and Salem Streets, the North Margin Street water line, Jewish Synagogue off Shalom Street and even the origins of Boston College. Read more
Davide Restaurant Sold to Undisclosed New Owners
Although the terms of the sale prevented Anthony Gesualdi from telling who bought the Davide, he did confirm the restaurant will indeed be closing. Once the new owner possesses the liquor license, it is likey that a renovation will take place for a new restaurant. View post
Police Blotter: Disorderly Person on Hanover Street
Catch up on the latest crimes around the neighborhood. Straight from incidents reported from the Boston Police Journal Log, courtesy of BPD District A-1. Including a disorderly maLe who was arrested on Hanover Street. View report
Dirty Needle Safety
Seeing or finding used hypodermic needles is nothing to take lightly. Several have been found in various locations throughout the North End. Educate yourself, know what to do when and if you were to encounter one. Read more.
Downtown View: DPW’s Plan to Deforest the Downtown
Read Karen’s take on what the Department of Public Works plans to do to trees on sidewalks in the downtown neighborhood. This will mostly affect the North End, Bay Village and Beacon Hill. As it is, North End sidewalks barely have any trees, this plan could ensure that it doesn’t have any. View Post
Editor’s Pick:
64 Years Ago in 1950: Great Brink’s Robbery in Boston’s North End
The North End was home to the famous Brink’s Robbery of 1950. Now a parking garage known to this day as the “Brink’s Garage,” at the corner of Commercial and Prince Streets. View post
Have a great weekend!
