Our local elected officials usually schedule coffee hours once a month or so in each neighborhood in case constituents want to come and chat about important public matters. So a couple of weeks ago I sat down with state Rep. Jay Livingstone as he waited in Panificio on Charles Street for people to come by. Read More…
The North End Athletic Association’s North End Dodgers 13 to 15 year old team traveled to North Adams Mass this past weekend to participate in the 26th Annual LaFesta Baseball Exchange. The coaches – Ralph Martignetti and Domenic DiCenso, the players and many family members along with GM John Romano and his wife Patrica spent Read More…
North End / Waterfront residents showed up in force at Mayor Walsh’s recent coffee hour in the neighborhood. Between the potential nursing home closing, Lewis Wharf hotel project and Harbor Garage, activists were on the scene at Christopher Columbus Park. See this previous post for more on the issues. Neighborhood photographer, Michele Morgan, shared her many Read More…
During periods of extreme heat it is important that you find ways to stay cool and safe. Drink plenty of fluids; don’t wait until you feel thirsty to drink fluids. Water is the best drink. It is important to avoid alcoholic beverages and liquids high in sugar and caffeine. Never leave anyone – including pets Read More…
Maddy Ward, 17, of the North End and a senior at Boston Latin this Fall, had her work, “Student Athlete,” selected for a juried exhibition by the MFA Teen Arts Council at the Museum of Fine Arts. Maddy and the other winning teen artists were recently honored at an MFA reception. Their works will be Read More…
Three Things you Should Know for Today 1. On the Events Calendar for Monday, July 25, 2016: 6:00pm – Free Zumba Class at Christopher Columbus Park. Free fitness programming in at Christopher Columbus Park this summer. 6:30pm – Greenway’s Summer Fitness: MSL Pilates on Parcel 8. Ali Baldassare from Move SWEAT Love will lead you through her signature Pilates Fusion Bootcamp class with spin live Read More…
The ABCD North End/West End Neighborhood Service Center (NE/WE NSC) held its Independence Day Party earlier this month. NE/WE NSC staff, volunteers, and a special group of high school volunteers from State Street Corporation gathered the seniors at Copp’s Hill Terrace to enjoy a traditional picnic of burgers, hot dogs, pasta salad, watermelon, cupcakes, and Read More…
Former North End resident Fr. Michael Della Penna OFM is currently 30 minutes east of Guatemala where he is the Director of the Valley of the Angels Orphanage, a home and haven for 211 children. Set against a backdrop of lush forest and rolling hills, the orphanage is in an area Fr. Michael refers to Read More…
It’s hot, really hot! Stay hydrated and cool down while catching up on the most popular posts this week on NorthEndWaterfront.com. Take a Peek Inside “Il Molo” (The Pier) Opening in Boston’s North End [Photos] Il Molo (“The Pier”) Restaurant is having its Grand Opening this week bringing “Serious Seafood” to Boston’s North End / Waterfront Read More…
Brian Golden, Director July 22, 2016 Boston Redevelopment Authority One City Hall Square, 9th Floor Boston MA 02201 RE: Partners North End Nursing Home Dear Mr. Golden: When the BRA argued the case for continued Urban Renewal Zone authority earlier this year, your team emphasized the community benefit of continued strong Land Read More…
The following report is from this week’s District A-1 Boston Police blotter. Larceny in Building 07/18/16 ~ 3:09pm A female suspect was arrested after she stole money from the cash register and a handbag from a Salem Street hair salon. Robbery 07/17/16 ~ 10:50pm Hanover Street store reports an unknown male suspect entered the store Read More…
1. Creepy, Crawly Spider on the Steeple #ISawASpider came to the North End this week crawling up the Old North Church steeple. The feature is a joint promo with the Spiders Alive! exhibit at the Museum of Science. The 8-foot-wide inflatable spider will be on the steeple through July 25th. #ISawASpider at #OldNorthChurch! @museumofscience A photo posted by Old North Read More…