As the North End cycle track project (finally) comes to a conclusion, some of the finishing touches are being made. In the last week, the popular benches returned to the city-owned Atlantic Avenue space between Commercial and Lewis wharves, overlooking Boston Harbor.
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A car accident perhaps caused by slippery conditions shut down Atlantic Ave. in downtown Boston this morning, near the intersection of India St. Submitted by Bruce McCue.
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. Public Works Kudos Two 311 users gave a shout-out to public works for keeping up with the trash build up during the big Boston move weekend. Read More…
Boston is caught in a tug-of-war between winter and spring. Though warmer temperatures are predicted for the end of the week, a snowy, icy mess this past Sunday reminds residents that it’s still winter in New England. Check out this winter view of the Sail Loft on Atlantic Avenue above, submitted by Bob Somerville. “Neighborhood Read More…
2 Replies to “Neighborhood Photo: Return of the Benches”
They are wonderful. So happy to have them back. I love to look off my balcony at all the people sitting on the benches watching the birds, the boats, the water and generally absorbing the atmosphere of our Waterfront. Ahhhhh …..
Yes, yes, yes , we welcome the benches. We older folk need a place to rest if for only a few minutes, and it comes with a good view too!
They are wonderful. So happy to have them back. I love to look off my balcony at all the people sitting on the benches watching the birds, the boats, the water and generally absorbing the atmosphere of our Waterfront. Ahhhhh …..
Yes, yes, yes , we welcome the benches. We older folk need a place to rest if for only a few minutes, and it comes with a good view too!