The annual Johnny Paolo Memorial Bocce Tourney was held as part of 2014 North End Family Pride Week. First place went to Jens and Carmine Vittoria and second place went to Joe Mendola and Pasquale Barone. The event was organized by Mike Giannasoli and held at the Langone Park bocce courts in Boston’s North End.
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