Why go through all the trouble to try and stay on top of the local buzz every week when we scan through all types of news outlets and put everything related to the North End / Waterfront into one clear and concise post? This is your one-stop-shop for local news from outside sources!
Mass. lawmaker wants to make it harder, safer to rent your room on the Internet
Our State Representative Aaron Michlewitz, recently proposed legislation that seeks to regulate short-term rental properties from companies like Airbnb and Flipkey. A recent hearing debated the legislation where the short-term rental units will be subject to taxes as well as city and state regulations. Read more at Boston.com/Real Estate about the bill that could create a “Short-Term Residential Rental Registry,” database.
Bradley Jay: ‘What Is The Best Restaurant In Boston’s North End?’
In a neighborhood dominated with all different types of restaurants, which one takes the cake as the top spot to eat? Dozens of folks weigh in on Hanover Street, telling their favorite dish to order at “the best” restaurant in the North End. What do you think is the best restaurant in the North End? View more at, CBS Boston.
Kudos to Boston police for addressing biker noise
The issue of motorcycle noise comes up every summer in the North End, where the sound resonates off of the close, tight knit brick buildings. Some are applauding Boston Police Commissioner William Evans with “finally” doing something to enforce this issue that plays a role in the quality-of-life for residents. The Boston Globe has more on the police force that wrote 105 citations for motorcycle noise last year.
Boston’s Holocaust Memorial is as powerful as ever, even if the numbers don’t add up
It has been 20 years since the New England Holocaust Memorial has been placed on Congress Street and it seems like there may be a historical mistake in the iconic memorial. The writing aims to represent the “estimated as 6 million Jews killed,” but is that number correct? Read the story at the Boston Business Journal.
Boston Leaders who are out of Proverbial Spotlight
Unsung heroes or the workers behind the scenes often allow many companies and businesses to succeed in such a competitive area like downtown Boston. Whether it is communications for local restaurants, or the impact on the fashion industry in Boston, Scene Magazine profiled locals who are “heavy hitters” in their respective industries.
Converse’s New Boston HQ Puts Collaboration on Display [Photos]
The new HQ for Converse boasts some of the most unique office space that is currently inhabited by more than 400 employees, and the 214,000-square-foot space has the capacity for another 400 employees. The office comes complete with stunning views, a balcony, open area space and free coffee. Read more and view photos at, BostInno.
Historic Parking Garage at 600 Commercial Street
Many may not know that the giant parking garage located at 600 Commercial Street is actually the old “Brinks” building. Yes, the site of the Great Brink’s Robbery that took place in 1950. The photo was posted on, Pinterest.
Crudo Will Open Soon, Bringing Two Floors of Sushi to the North End
The new restaurant, Crudo. (spelled with a period) is currently hiring and looking to open soon at their two story location on Salem Street. Originally supposed to be called Sushi Rock, the restaurant will feature a Japanese and Pan-Asian menu to compliment the “modern Japanese restaurant.” Continue reading the article at, Boston Eater.
Councilors have a tip for operator of Faneuil Hall Marketplace: Leave the street performers alone
City Councilor Tito Jackson of Roxbury led the charge against Ashkenazy Acquisition Corp., the management company that runs Faneuil Hall Marketplace, recently tried to levy a fee on street performers. The fee could range up to $2,500 for performance space, a space where Jackson believes should be open to the performers who attract thousands to the shops and contribute to the overall atmosphere of the area. Read the story at, UniversalHub.
TBHA Climate Fellow on the Weather Cannel Discussing “Wiched High Tide”
With the enormous amount of snow we had over the winter, it was not only problematic for road crews, the MBTA, and residents trying to park. The amount of snow caused the Boston Harbor Association to have to monitor “wicked high tide’s” which caused flooding along parts of the waterfront. Watch the video above and visit The Boston Harbor Association.
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