There has been a great series of late summer sunsets this year and Dr. Joe Mendola captures this latest one from Sunday night over the North End. “Neighborhood Photo” is a regular feature on NorthEndWaterfront.com. Did you take an interesting photo in or around Boston’s North End / Waterfront? Have it featured by emailing it Read More…
The Good Neighbor Recognition Award for August 2014 was awarded to the Peterlin Family at 33 Clark Street. The award was presented by Recognition Committee Chair Janet Gilardi of the North End / Waterfront Residents’ Association (NEWRA). The monthly award is voted by NEWRA’s Executive Committee and presented to local businesses, organizations and property owners Read More…
NORTH END RESIDENTS: Area A-1 Police Captain Fong and I will be conducting a late night neighborhood walk through this Thursday night, 9/18/14, beginning @ midnight. We will be meeting in front of the Hanover St. Firehouse. We also will be conducting a late night neighborhood walk through on a Friday or Saturday night in Read More…
News from MassDOT on the new RMV opening at Haymarket’s Parcel 7 Building: Boston RMV To Open Doors In New Location Monday, September 15 Branch moves to Haymarket Center after 16 years on Washington Street in Chinatown On Monday, September 15, the MassDOT Registry of Motor Vehicles Division will welcome customers to its new location Read More…
Animal Care and Control Interim Director, John Meany, spoke in the neighborhood this week to address resident concerns about enforcement of dog policies in the North End / Waterfront. Meany spoke how the unit’s policies have changed toward a more progressive approach in caring for animals. The meeting took place on September 11, 2014 at Read More…
Did you have a busy week and not have enough time to keep up with things around the neighborhood? Take a moment to skim through the Weekender for any big stories you may have missed. We put together the most popular posts on NorthEndWaterfront.com, allowing you to catch up on the top stories from around the neighborhood. Top Posts This Week: MassDOT Seeking Read More…
North Bennet Street School President, Miguel Gomez-Ibanez, spoke at this week’s meeting of the North End / Waterfront Residents’ Association (NEWRA) to seek support for the school’s upcoming bid to expand into 128 North Street. A Request for Proposals is currently being drafted for the state-owned site along the Greenway. The historic gold-domed building on Read More…
The North End’s Nazzaro Community Center is participating in the annual Walk to Fight Breast Cancer on October 5, 2014 with a goal of raising $4,000. Join the team and/or donate to the cause. Check out the website to register for the team. All team walkers will receive a pink t-shirt for the walk. The Read More…
Action for Boston Community Development rolls out the festivities on September 16 in a gala celebration of 17 outstanding community volunteers who embody the spirit of the landmark Economic Opportunity Act, celebrating its 50th Anniversary this year. That historic 1964 EOA legislation launched the War on Poverty in America and gave birth to the nation’s Read More…
While cruising Christopher Columbus Park at dusk earlier this summer, you may have noticed this quartet strumming away under the trees. This is one song they sang. They met at BU as grad students and are now teachers, an attorney and a grocery store clerk. All had been trained musically since childhood. They rallied with Read More…
Notable crime report in the North End / Waterfront: Possession of Drugs (Class E) With Intent to Distribute 9/9/14 ~ 2:28pm A male suspect was arrested on Hanover Street for Possession of Class E and Class B narcotics, a violation of the auto laws, and possession of a dangerous weapon (knife). The following is the complete list Read More…
At a municipal harbor planning meeting this week, the Boston Redevelopment Authority presented the results of its shadow and open space study regarding the proposed twin towers of developer Don Chiofaro at the Harbor Garage site. The BRA’s study was conducted by consultant Utile Inc., concluding: …. the proposed towers – measuring 615 feet and Read More…