We scan through all types of news outlets, whether it is online newspapers, blogs, or neighborhood stories, we put everything related to the North End / Waterfront into one notable news post, keeping the neighborhood informed, one post at a time!
North End office building sells for $92 million
As real estate in the area continues to boom, the building on the corner of Causeway Street and North Washington Street sold to an Atlanta-based investment management company for $91.7 million. The building recently recieved $1.7 million in capital improvements, including a lobby renovation and more, continue reading the story at, The Boston Globe.
A 6-Pack of Questions with North End Indoor Cycling Studio Owner, Melina DiPaola
As unique fitness centers and juice shops seem to be opening up all throughout the area, North End native Melina DiPaola hopes to combine both nutrition and fitness into one place, Ride North End. Comprised of a cycling studeo and juicery, DiPaola is hoping to bring an intense workout to residents “right in their backyard.” Read more about her plan for the studio at, BostInno.
Take Five: Iconic, historic Massachusetts mothers
In honor of Mother’s Day, this profile of notable mothers in Massachusetts features Rose Kennedy, the daughter of Boston Mayor John “Honey Fitz” Fitzgerald and mother to President John F. Kennedy, Sen. Robert Kennedy and Sen. Ted Kennedy. Many may not know that Rose Kennedy was in fact born in the North End, continue reading at The Sun Chronicle.
Boutique Boston: Revolutionary history and modern luxury in one of the world’s best places to live
This complete overview depicts the hotel scene in the area of the North End and downtown Boston. Not your usual commercial hotels, these hotels are “boutique” style, a trend started by cities like London and New York. What is the difference? Read the article at, Daily Mail.
Developer’s plan to replace Harbor Garage with towers faces test
Worries about shadows, blocked views, and the scope and size of the project are some of the obstacles developer Don Chiofaro faces with his harbor towers proposal. His biggest obstacle used to be Mayor Tom Menino, but the current Mayor Marty Walsh is looking for an exciting proposal to replace the existing garage. Read the article at, The Boston Globe.
Faneuil Hall street performers balk at new fees
In addition to the restaurants, bars, and shops throughout Faneuil Hall, street performers draw as much of a crowd as anything in the area. No longer just battling the nerves brought by the audience, street performers are being asked to pay fees that run as high as $2,500 annually. Read more at, The Boston Globe.
Visitors to new public market might get to buy some local craft beer with their fresh root vegetables
The new Boston Public Market which is set to open inside of Haymarket this July has caught the attention of a brewery in Newton that runs a “brew-your-own-beer” operation. Going before the Boston Licensing Board, the owners are seeking a liquor license for a 404-square-foot space to be called, “Hopster’s Alley.” Continue reading at, UniversalHub.
Martignetti Grabs 115 Acres for New Regional HQs in Taunton
What started in 1908 as a small family owned store in the North End, has since grown into one of the largest and oldest alcohol distributors in the country. Martignetti’s is now set to invest $100 million into a new regional headquarters and distribution center South of Boston. CP Executive has more on the consolidation effort.
Spring Lawn Aeration & Treatments Begin
Many would argue that there are few places better to walk in downtown Boston than the Greenway, especially in the Spring time when the lawn is freshly cut and the flowers are blooming. Watch the video from the Rose Kennedy Greenway showing their lawn aeration and fertilization process.
Editorial: Churches in Richmond, Boston made religious, political history
The history of Old North Church on Salem Street is known throughout every corner of the country. This opinion piece focuses on how the church stands as more than just a symbol of religion and history, but as a reminder of overcoming obstacles by doing “what must be done.” Read the story at, Richmond Times Dispatch.
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Chiofaro towers.There goes our waterfront. Many large cities copied our waterfront plans…..that’s how beautiful and ingenious they were. And now? Say goodbye to our waterfront. Frustrating….how do we reach these money people and convince them to leave us alone? So sad.