The 2016 Flight of the Angel was the highlight of the 106th Fisherman’s Feast in honor of Madonna del Soccorso di Sciacca, held August 21, 2016 in Boston’s North End. After a day long procession, Fisherman’s Club members bring the Madonna statue home to North Street where two side angels on balconies recite an Italian devotion followed by the Read More…
In its recent approval of the 6-year extension of Urban Renewal powers by the Boston Redevelopment Authority (BRA), the State’s Department of Housing and Community Development (DHCD) imposed conditions to address lingering concerns related to the extension. In particular, the review process by the Boston City Council become more important. The first BRA oversight hearing Read More…
The following articles make up the top 5 posts this week on NorthEndWaterfront.com! Feast Poll: Love ‘Em or Leave ‘Em? The month of August is considered “feast season” throughout the North End neighborhood and while many residents take part in the festivities, there are some who schedule time away to avoid the crowds and noise. Take the poll to tell Read More…
NEAD FAMILY PRIDE DAY RE-SCHEDULED TO 9/17. North End Against Drugs has re-scheduled our 27th Annual North End Family Pride Day to Saturday September 17th from 12 Noon to 4:30pm at Langone Park. There will be entertainment, face painting, arts and crafts, Balloon Art, A free BBQ, Bocce Tournament and much more. The event is Read More…
It must be summer in the North End as 50-100 teenagers are seen regularly gathering along Commercial Street around the bocce courts and skating rink on weekend nights. A resident sends in this photo from Friday night expressing concerns of trash, broken bottles, and a huge mess left for others to clean up. The location has a history Read More…
Fox25 Morning News spent Friday morning at Christopher Columbus Park in Boston’s North End for a neighborhood “Zip Trip,” showcasing unique aspects of the community and interviewing many neighborhood organizations. FOX25 Morning News is anchored by Gene Lavanchy, Sara Underwood, Meteorologist Shiri Spear and Around Town Host Michele Lazcano. The event was live with some pre-recorded segments airing during Read More…
Fox News hosted their morning news show from Christopher Columbus Park Friday morning for its “Fox Zip Trip” segment. They had about 10 booths with businesses plus bouncy houses for the kids to play in. The idea was to interview with local organizations, businesses and neighbors from the North End / Waterfront. Two local groups interviewed included Read More…
The traditional Blessing of the Fishing Waters was part of opening night at the 106th Fisherman’s Feast in Honor of Madonna Del Soccorso Di Sciacca. Starting at the Fisherman’s Club and feast chapel on Lewis Street, the statue of the Madonna was carried by society members to Boston Harbor along Commercial Street and Atlantic Avenue to Christopher Read More…
BEVILACQUA, Emilio “Emil” C. Of the North End of Boston on August 17, 2016. Beloved husband of Ann T. (Coppola) Bevilaacqua with whom he shared over 49 years of marriage. Loving father of Christine Bevilacqua of the North End of Boston, Michael Bevilacqua and his wife Lina of Middletown, Americo Bevilacqua and his wife Liana Read More…
The 106th Fisherman’s Feast kicked off this weekend in Boston’s North End on North, Fleet and Lewis Streets. The statue of La Madonna Del Soccorso di Sciacca emerged from her permanent chapel for a solemn procession to Christopher Columbus Waterfront Park for the Annual Blessing of the Fishing Waters. View more photos here. Photos by Matt Conti.
Three Things to Know for the Weekend! 1. A city scene from Cross Street, looking towards Salem and Hanover: https://www.instagram.com/p/BJO9rHrAsc0/?taken-at=254372545 2. Some food for thought: Trattoria di Monica. In the midst of a visit, a stop at Trattoria di Monica in Boston’s North End left a family full of satisfied customers. The Mendoza brothers have been running their North End restaurants since the mid-1990’s and Read More…
Fox 25 News “Zip Trip” with Sara Underwood will be broadcasting live from Christopher Columbus Park on Boston’s North End waterfront on Friday, August 19th, from 6 a.m. to 10 a.m. Several North End groups are participating including some pre-recorded interviews. Residents are welcome to go down and watch the show at the park. Things to do Read More…