There will be a community meeting to discuss proposed improvements to the Paul Revere Mall (Prado) between Hanover and Unity Streets in Boston’s North End. The meeting is scheduled for October 19, 6:30 p.m., at the Nazzaro Community Center.
Month: October 2017
St. John School to Host Open House
St. John School is hosting an Open House on Wednesday, October 18th at 9:30 am. We are accepting registrations for the 2018/2019 school year for Grades K3-8. From a foundation of values and knowledge, our K3-8th grade learners soar. By blending compassion with curiosity, St. John School sets the stage for dynamic discovery. Students learn Read More…
Tuesday’s Brief: Eliot School Recess, Boston History Project, Zakim Sunset
Notable News: Advocates call recess a crucial part of education The North End’s Eliot K-8 Innovation School is featured in this article about how schools are putting a greater emphasis on the importance of recess, to encourages students to be more active. Recess also teaches them a host of skills like controlling their emotions, getting Read More…
Downtown View: What Happens to the Millionaires?
The constitutional amendment that imposes a “millionaires’ tax” will likely be on our ballots in November, 2018, along with the candidates for governor and Congress. You probably already know that this amendment would levy an additional tax on any person or couple who makes more than a million dollars in a year. We all pay Read More…
Margaret Farmer Endorses Lydia Edwards for City Council
News from the campaign office of District 1 City Council candidate, Lydia Edwards: East Boston resident and former candidate for Boston City Council Margaret Farmer endorsed Lydia Edwards for Boston city councilor. “The issues that face the City of Boston, District 1 are complex, intertwining and far-reaching,” says Farmer. “With a $3.1 Billion dollar budget Read More…
Zoning Board of Appeal Notices: 32 Charter Street and 173 Endicott Street
City of Boston Zoning Board of Appeal Tuesday, October 17 9:30am at Boston City Hall, Room 801 32 Charter Street McDonough Family LLP seeks to renovate and redesign existing floor condominium, extending residential use into the basement. 173 Endicott Street Daniel Toscano, attorney, representing owner who seeks to erect a four unit building with four Read More…
Public Meeting for Langone & Puopolo Parks Improvements on October 24th
A community meeting will be held on October 24th, 6:30 p.m. at the Nazzaro Center regarding proposed improvements for Langone & Puopolo Parks on Commercial Street in Boston’s North End.
Marquis Health CEO Talks About Taking Reins of North End Nursing & Rehab Facility [Video]
CEO Norman Rokeach of Marquis Health Services spoke at this month’s North End / Waterfront Neighborhood Council (NEWNC) meeting regarding the operational transition of the North End Nursing Home and Rehab Center from Partners Healthcare / Spaulding. Joining Rokeach was Stacey Rebelo, Director of Operations, Jennifer Raymond, Dir. of Network Development, and other Marquis staff. The sale Read More…
Monday’s Briefing: Zakim Bridge Closures, Pumpkin Unveiling, Passacantilli Endorsement
Things to know for Monday Events for Monday, October 16th: 12:00AM Overnight Closures of Zakim Bridge. For the entire week there will be nightly off-peak hour closures of the Zakim Bridge beginning on the evening of Monday, October 16th through Friday, October 21st, view full details here. 12:00PM Pumpkin Unveiling at Boston Public Market. Join Read More…
Edwards & Passacantilli, District 1 City Council Candidates, at North End Forum [Video]
The two final candidates to represent District 1 (North End, Charlestown & East Boston) on the Boston City Council participated in a forum on October 12, 2017 at the North End / Waterfront Residents’ Association (NEWRA). Moderated by NEWRA’s Sergeant at Arms Cheryl Delgreco, candidates Lydia Edwards and Stephen Passacantilli made opening statements followed by an extended Read More…
Neighborhood Council Hears Proposal For Three Building Development on Jerusalem Place [Video]
A three-building new construction project has been proposed at 5-7-9 Jerusalem Place, currently a parking lot on the narrow street located off Salem and N. Margin Streets. Owner Chris Young has applied to build three 5-story residential buildings, each with two apartments and two ground floor parking spaces, for a total of six units of Read More…
Police Blotter: Roof Break-in, Firehouse Boot, Car Theft & Drug Store Shoplifting
The following incidents were reported on the North End / Waterfront police blotter, courtesy of District 1 Boston Police. Vandalism / Trespassing 10/08/17 10:37pm Four male suspects arrested for vandalism and trespassing in a Hanover St. building. Resident reports he heard a banging sound at the 5th floor door which leads Read More…