The 103rd Feast of Saint Agrippina di Mineo opened on Thursday night marking the start of the 2017 feasts in Boston’s North End. After a dedication, blessing and unveiling, the children’s procession led the way on Hanover Street followed by the large statue of Saint Agrippina to the Greenway before returning to her new weekend Read More…
Your go-to guide for the Weekend! Cue the St. Agrippina di Mineo Feast: #summerevening #spontaneousadventures #saintagrippina #festival #northend #boston A post shared by Deborah Blackwell (@deborahlblackwell) on Aug 3, 2017 at 4:11pm PDT Events for Friday, August 4th: Free Carousel Rides on the Greenway. Thanks to the Highland Street Foundation! Admission to the Greenway Carousel Read More…
This week, Boston was visited by a number of characters from movies, video games, and comics. The 5th annual Boston Comic Con Parade and contest was held on Thursday, August 3rd at Faneuil Hall. The event is a preview of what is to come on August 11th – 13th when Boston Comic Con takes place. Read More…
Crews battle fire along Battery Street in N End. #7News pic.twitter.com/eIoaGmpp7r — Eric Kane (@EricKaneTV) August 3, 2017 Boston Fire Department responded to a 2-alarm fire seen on the roof of Burroughs Wharf at 50 Battery Street in Boston’s North End. Flames were seen on the roof facing Commercial Street and BFD tweeted they had Read More…
Here in Boston, we are surrounded by an abundance of history that reaches back centuries ago. The Norman B. Leventhal Walk to the Sea reminds tourists and Bostonians alike that while we live in a modern, fast-paced world, the history of Boston will forever be intertwined into our lives. The walk, stretching about a mile Read More…
A new Wireless Distributed Antenna System Network is using city-owned street light poles and traffic signal posts to enhance wireless phone and data usage in Boston neighborhoods. The service, installed by Extenet Systems and used by Verizon and other wireless carriers, offers better wireless service in exchange for a futuristic look and the reduced sidewalk Read More…
The New England Patriots’ star quarterback turned 40 years old on August 3rd. To celebrate, a pop-up Patriots tent with Tom Brady birthday gear and giveaways appeared in Faneuil Hall on Thursday. In recent years, fans of Brady have been referring to him as the G.O.A.T. or the Greatest of all Time. It would only Read More…
The August 2017 work plan by Boston Water & Sewer Commission is shown below as part of Phase II of the multi-year North End Water, Sewer and Drainage Project. The end of July saw the end of work on Hanover Avenue and Sun Court Street, hooray! During August, work will continue on North Street, Richmond Read More…
News from the Campaign Office of Stephen Passacantilli: Stephen Passacantilli, a North End civic leader, Boston Public Schools parent, and former staffer to City Councilor Sal LaMattina has been endorsed by prominent local labor unions in his campaign for Boston City Council. At a rally on Saturday, Passacantilli announced endorsements from UNITE HERE! Local 26, Painters Read More…
What you should know for Thursday! The calm before the storm. A post shared by Meg Richer (@megricher_) on Aug 2, 2017 at 4:04pm PDT Notable news found elsewhere: Oystersa culinary thrill for Boston foodies This Saturday marks National Oyster Day, a trending food item among Boston restaurants like North Square Oyster, which moves about 6,000 to Read More…
The Prado, due for a restoration, showed flooding following this afternoon’s thunderstorms, shown in this image from Dave Goggins. “Neighborhood Photo” is a regular feature on NorthEndWaterfront.com. Submit your best photos using our Submit a Post form or tag @northend.waterfront on Instagram. Please include a caption or story telling us about your photo. Read More…
The little drummer boy, Joseph Viola, who has been seen playing drums with the North End Marching Band since the age of 2, is now 18 years old. Soon, he will be giving up his drummer spot with the band to serve and protect us as a member of the U.S. Air Force. Joe has Read More…