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. Salem Street and Prince Street Crosswalk Needs Repainting “Please please repaint the cross walks on the corners of Prince and Salem! it is VERY dangerous as Read More…
The Friends of Christopher Columbus Park (FOCCP) recently held their annual election of Officers and two Directors-at-Large. The election was uncontested. Congratulations to the elected officers: President: Joanne Hayes-RinesVice President: Ann BabbittTreasurer: Ann DeLucaClerk: Patricia ThiboutotDirectors-at-large: Susanne Lavoie and Rita Pagliuca In addition, the following FOCCP members have agreed to serve as committee chairs: Patricia Sabbey, FundraisingRobyn Reed, HorticultureFord Cavallari, InfrastructureKelsey Griggs, Read More…
If you care about all the small, independently owned cafes, delis, pastry shops, and if you care about keeping our neighborhood authentic, YOU MUST ATTEND this public meeting. Come and support The North End Boston Please like this Facebook page and share this post. STOP STARBUCKS Abutters Meeting, Thurs. June 28, 2018, 6pm Nazzaro Center, Read More…
If your window was open on Wednesday night, you may have heard devotees to Saint Anthony marching through the streets of the North End on the traditional June 13th Feast Day alongside the Franciscan Friars and the Italian American Band. The candlelit procession through the streets of the North End followed a Mass held inside Read More…
Things to know for Thursday Today is Thursday, June 14 and if you love good Boston-inspired sports art and apparel, then be sure to stop by the newest I Love Boston Sports store following their Grand Opening at Faneuil Hall, continue reading. Here’s what else you need to know for today… 12:30PM Let Me Tell Read More…
The Boston City Council voted 11-2 on Wednesday to regulate short-term rentals (i.e., AirBnb, Homeaway, VRBO, etc.), supporting a bill close to the Mayor Walsh’s amended guidelines. The ordinance bans short-term rentals from non-owner occupied buildings, eliminating investor units and absentee Airbnb landlords. Owner-occupants may continue to list their own unit, a part of their unit or Read More…
I Love Boston Sports (ILBS), the Boston-based creative force behind the most recognizable and distinctive Boston-inspired sports art and apparel on the market, announces the grand opening of their newest franchise location. Expanding beyond their popular kiosk in Faneuil Hall and other retail locations outside of Boston, I Love Boston Sports has officially opened a Read More…
Check out our weekly social media highlights from residents, visitors, and more in the area. To be featured, tag us @northend.waterfront on Instagram, @northendboston on Twitter, @northendwaterfront on Facebook. Use hashtags #northendboston or #bostonwaterfront. Summer Sunsets https://www.instagram.com/p/Bj3XdITBJ1o/?hl=en&taken-at=254372545 https://www.instagram.com/p/Bj5nq1lhlo_/?hl=en&taken-at=254372545 https://www.instagram.com/p/Bj3VoeQhc_P/?hl=en&taken-at=254372545 https://www.instagram.com/p/Bj2VPGRF4Ri/?hl=en&taken-at=254372545 https://www.instagram.com/p/Bj19u7ogYOW/?hl=en&taken-at=254372545 Pizza https://www.instagram.com/p/Bj3R54PlUoI/?hl=en&taken-at=254372545 https://www.instagram.com/p/Bj26CYNH-OF/?hl=en&taken-at=254372545 https://www.instagram.com/p/Bj19FSDHPa4/?hl=en&taken-at=254372545 Furry Feature: https://www.instagram.com/p/Bj2oJl6ABzm/?hl=en&taken-at=254372545 [hr] While you’re here …we have Read More…
Kick off your summer celebrations at Illuminate the Harbor – a waterfront fireworks show on Saturday, June 30 beginning at 9 p.m. Boston Harbor Now, the Friends of Christopher Columbus Park, and the Wharf District Council have teamed up to bring Boston this spectacular display of fireworks. Suggested viewing locations include Christopher Columbus Park, East Boston Harborwalk, and Fan Read More…
The June North End / Waterfront Residents’ Association (NEWRA) meeting will be on Thursday, June 14, 2018. The meeting will be at 7:00 p.m. at the Nazzaro Center, 30 N. Bennet Street. This month’s agenda can be found below. Ed. Note: The 20 Moon Street vote has been postponed while the proponent addresses abutters’ concerns raised Read More…
Several high-profile cases of suicide in the past week have led to a push for more conversation and awareness surrounding suicides. Suicide rates are at a 30-year high in the United States and is the tenth leading cause of death in the country. 54% of suicide deaths are not related to mental health issues. A Read More…
The Fisherman’s Feast – Boston’s oldest continuous Italian Festival – will feature an enticing selection of entertainment, food and traditional processions.Thisannual Italian festival takes place at Fleet & North Streets in the North End to honor Madonna del Soccorso (Our Lady of Help), and the ancient local fishing trade. The feast includes a religious procession through Read More…