Announcements Food & Drink

Take a Trip to the Southern Hemisphere for the Night at il Molo’s First-Ever Wine Dinner

On September 25, North End seafood destination il Molo will host its first-ever wine dinner inspired by the Southern Hemisphere’s unique wine culture. Featuring a four-course dinner specially crafted by Executive Chef Pino Maffeo, each dish will be complemented by hand-selected wines from vineyards across Australia and New Zealand. il Molo is teaming up with Read More…

Announcements

From Italy to the North End: the Photography of Anthony V. Riccio

Anthony V. Riccio will discuss his book, “From Italy to Boston’s North End – The Photographs of Anthony V. Riccio 1972-1982,” which documents the arc of the Italian American immigrant experience, with images of daily life taken in the rural villages of southern Italy to everyday life in one of America’s most famous Italian American Read More…

Featured Government Real Estate

Targeting Absentee Landlords and AirBnb – District 1 Candidate Q&A

In this third of a series of posts, we are highlighting specific resident questions from the recent District 1 City Council Candidates Forum hosted by the North End / Waterfront Neighborhood Council (NEWNC). The three candidates running to fill the seat being vacated by Sal LaMattina are Lydia Edwards, Margaret Farmer and Stephen Passacantilli. District 1 includes the North End, Read More…

Daily Briefs

Thursday’s Brief: New Citizens, NEMPAC Jazz Soirèe, Storm Patrol, Campaign Cash, City Hall Plaza Innovation

Things to know for Thursday Events for Thursday, September 21st 2:00pm: New Citizens Welcome Reception at Armenian Heritage Park. After the Naturalization Ceremony concludes, the Riverboat Stompers Dixieland Band will lead a parade through Quincy Market to the Heritage Park, with greeters lining the route with balloons. Once at the Park, the celebration continues! See the full agenda. 5:30pm: Boston Workplace Read More…

Community

What’s the 311? Lots of Trash on Sheafe Street, More Homeless Camps, Early Morning Sewer Work

Welcome back to our weekly update that highlights some of the cases appearing on 311 in the North End/Waterfront neighborhoods. All 311 cases are public information and can be found at 311.boston.gov. Homeless Camp at Skating Rink “Homeless tent setup outside the skating rink in the North End.” The original 311 post can be found here. This case Read More…

Featured Government

Clean Streets: District 1 City Candidate Q&A

In this second of a series of posts, we are highlighting specific resident questions from the recent District 1 City Council Candidates Forum hosted by the North End / Waterfront Neighborhood Council (NEWNC). The three candidates running to fill the seat being vacated by Sal LaMattina are Lydia Edwards, Margaret Farmer and Stephen Passacantilli. District 1 includes the North End, Read More…

Government

Reader Poll: Who’s Your Top Choice for District 1 City Councilor?

Boston’s preliminary municipal election will be next Tuesday, September 26. There are three candidates running to fill the seat being vacated by Sal LaMattina for District 1 (North End, Charlestown and East Boston) city councilor — Lydia Edwards, Margaret Farmer and Stephen Passacantilli. The top two candidates from that election will appear on the general municipal Read More…

Transportation

Neighborhood Photo: Tour Buses Blocking Garage Entrance at 2 Atlantic Avenue

I have made several 311 entries regarding Tour Buses and Trolleys loading and unloading people in front of the garage at 2 Atlantic Avenue.  While people leaving the garage wait for several light cycles, the people entering from Commercial Street block traffic thanks to the single lane.  They city’s response was they’ll keep an eye Read More…

Announcements Government

Lydia Edwards Holds Puppies and Politics in North End

From the office of District 1 City Council candidate, Lydia Edwards: Boston City Council candidate Lydia Edwards held her first Puppies and Politics meet and greet in the North End at the Richmond Street dog park on Monday night that was well attended by two and four legged North End residents alike. The event was Read More…

Daily Briefs

Wednesday’s Brief: Book Discussion, Short-Term Rental Tax, City Councilor Updates and More

Here’s what you need to know for Wednesday! Events for Wednesday, September 20th: 6:30pm: Adult Book Discussion at North End Library. Join us to discuss Lucy Knisley’s forthright, thoughtful, and funny 2013 memoir Relish: My Life in the Kitchen. Copies of the book are available at the library’s circulation desk, 25 Parmenter Street. Harbor Scenes: https://www.instagram.com/p/BZM7C4eAtSR/?tagged=northend Notable Read More…

Featured Government

Candidate Q&A on Development, Role of City Council and the Boston Planning & Development Agency [Video]

In this first of a series of posts, we are highlighting specific resident questions from the recent District 1 City Council Candidates Forum hosted by the North End / Waterfront Neighborhood Council (NEWNC). The three candidates running to fill the seat being vacated by Sal LaMattina are Lydia Edwards, Margaret Farmer and Stephen Passacantilli. District 1 includes the North End, Read More…

Transportation

Road Paving Update: Commercial Street Cycle Track and Roadway on Sept. 22-23

The following information was submitted by Kay Barned-Smith, CCM, AIA, Public Works Construction Management and Connect Historic Boston Project Manager regarding upcoming paving as part of the cycle track project. Update: Paving days for Commercial Street have been changed to Friday, September 22nd and Saturday, September 23rd. Please take note! Also, overnight on September 24 to 25, there will Read More…