A weekly succession of blizzards has tested the patience and kindness of North End residents.
Month: February 2015
Notable News: Greenway Towers, Juice Up, Mavrck, “T” Stabbing & Blizzard Aftermath
Although the North End feels more like the North pole these days, being confined inside provides you with plenty of time to catch up on local news. If you are having a rough case of cabin fever, take a look at a few articles to help pass the time! First Look: Proposed residential tower on Greenway Renderings of Read More…
Snowboarding on Copp’s Hill
Who needs the mountains when there is plenty of snow here in Boston’s North End. Maryann O’Brien captures snowboarding down Copp’s Hill Terrace.
North End Students Earn Boston College High School Honors
Michael Laposata ‘16 and Christian Cattaneo ’18 of the North End achieved High Honors for the Second Quarter at Boston College High School. For High Honors an upperclassman must have at least a 3.80 quality point average and all grades ‘”C+” or higher. A Freshman needs a 3.6 QPA and and all grades ‘”C+” or Read More…
Nazzaro Youth Recognize Officer Teddy Boyle
For his years of service and commitment to the North End community in general and the youth of the neighborhood in particular, the Nazzaro Center Youth Program paid tribute to Officer Teddy Boyle, long a champion of the younger generation. Wearing various hats including District 1 Liaison to the North End, a board member of Read More…
Downtown View: Wish I Were There
A long time ago we decided we should try Florida for a couple of weeks in the winter. Other people seemed to like it. The place we are staying has drop-dead beaches, beautiful shells, a plethora of wildlife and an ocean that varies its shade of blue hour by hour. While all of you have Read More…
Beautification Committee Keeps Working in North End
The North End Beautification Committee updated the North End / Waterfront Residents’ Association (NEWRA) on their recent work to clean and beautify the neighborhood. The NEBC is a community-based volunteer organization with a mission to preserve, maintain and enhance the aesthetic integrity of this historic North End neighborhood, with the hopes to enrich its beautification through Read More…
Events: Mardi Gras Parade, Colonial Chocolate, Paul Revere House School Vacation Programs
Forget the boots, snow shoes may be necessary for this week if you plan on leaving your front door. Nonetheless, while you are on your way to these events make sure you leave with plenty of time so you can take it slow on the trek through the slushy roads and sidewalks, while being mindful Read More…
One View of North End Living
Returning from travel, I am always glad when my plane touches down at Logan. I have loved living in the North End these past 30 years. I have known why from the start but the 70 inches of snow in the last two weeks, with much more on the way, has driven the point home Read More…
Snow Photos Gallery!
We are collecting snow photos of the North End, Waterfront & Downtown Boston from this weekend’s snowstorm. Send in your best snow pictures to info@northendwaterfront.com and we’ll display them in this gallery! If you post them on Twitter, tag us at @NorthEndBoston. (Click any thumbnail to start a full page slideshow.) Norwegian Chef at Living Room conquers Read More…
Latest Snowstorm Brings Boston Total to 3rd Snowiest on Record
As this latest storm starts to subside on Sunday, it will have brought another 14+ inches of snow accumulation to Boston. That brings the total to 90″ for the season or the 3rd snowiest season on record, according to the National Weather Service. Oh, and more snow is now forecast for Tuesday, unbelievable! As of Read More…
The Weekender: Parking Spot Wars, Fire Damage Collection, Sledding Fun and a Sunken Ship
The same story, different day. Snow is falling with blizzard like conditions, as if we have a place to put it. Despite it being Valentine’s Day, many may be staying home for a candlelight dinner due to the weather that is not loved by residents these days. Top Posts This Week: Parking Spot Valentine – Read More…