Check out this week’s aerial photo of North Square from 1956. You’ll notice the famous Paul Revere House and the Pierce–Hichborn House are both visible in this photo. The fenced area in the foreground is Rachel Revere Park. Farther up the street, you can see cars parked in North Square, which is now roped off from Read More…
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. Men Urinating Off Roof of Building on Holden Court “Idiots urinating, drinking and generally being unsafe on a roof at Holden Court or Battery street.” The Read More…
The 11th annual GREENfest will be held on Boston City Hall Plaza August 3-5. There will be live music, eco fashion, innovation tents, eco film festival, eco art, electric vehicles, food trucks, wine and beer, and more! The goal of this event is to educate and enable people to create a healthier and more sustainable world. Read More…
Red Sox All-Star Pitcher Chris Sale was seen dining with friends and family at Terramia Ristorante on Salem Street in the North End last Saturday. Sale was chosen as the starting pitcher for the American League in the MLB All-Star game, which took place on Tuesday, July 17. Photo submitted by Carla Gomes. “Neighborhood Photo” is Read More…
Things to know for Thursday Today is Thursday, July 19 and although National Ice Cream day may have passed… Friendly’s and Ben & Jerry’s is still dishing out free ice cream around the city, read more on the Boston Business Journal. Here’s what else you need to know for today… 10:00AM Gentle Yoga at Christopher Read More…
After many complaints about the Municipal Harbor Plan (MHP), the City still gave the go-ahead for the proposed 600-foot tower right on the Boston Harbor. At the July 12th North End / Waterfront Residents’ Association (NEWRA) meeting, Victor Brogna and Diane Rubin, representing Harbor Towers, discussed the plan with attendees. Brogna said there is a lack of vision and that Read More…
My husband and I are looking for a full-time nanny (M-F 8:30-5:30) for our sweet baby boy beginning early September. He will be 4 months old. We live in the North End and work downtown. We are also open to a nanny share. Minimum of 45 hours/week but some flexibility to begin earlier or stay Read More…
The U12 North End Athletic Association (NEAA) All-Stars enjoyed a successful first weekend in the annual Mayor’s Cup tournament, going 2 and 0 with big wins over Hyde Park (10 to 5) and Allston-Brighton (10 to 4). The first game of the tournament featured NEAA MVP Richard Bova taking the hill against a tough Hyde 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. Festival Season https://www.instagram.com/p/BlS3XcEFg6k/?hl=en&taken-at=254372545 https://www.instagram.com/p/BlSywsYBu5-/?hl=en&taken-at=254372545 Summer Fun https://www.instagram.com/p/BlROrUbhEGt/?hl=en&taken-by=jonathanquest https://www.instagram.com/p/BlO185OhI5c/?hl=en&taken-at=254372545 https://www.instagram.com/p/Bk-76tHHg59/?hl=en&taken-at=254372545 Sail Boats https://www.instagram.com/p/BlOn6JrBG0H/?hl=en&taken-at=254372545 https://www.instagram.com/p/BlOygqPh0xC/?hl=en&taken-at=254372545 https://www.instagram.com/p/BlRU6vlBlM1/?hl=en&taken-at=254372545 Furry Feature: https://www.instagram.com/p/BlQ03rEhn6O/?hl=en&taken-at=254372545 [hr] While Read More…
Things to know for Wednesday Today is Wednesday, July 17 and here’s what else you need to know for today… 5:00PM Tea and Tranquility at the Armenian Heritage Park. For first time walkers, an introduction to walking the labyrinth will begin at 5:30 p.m. Then join the early evening meet & greet, walk the labyrinth and enjoy Read More…
The Society of San Rocco held their annual procession on Sunday, July 15, 2018 through the streets of Boston’s North End. The Story of Saint Rocco – Saint Rocco was born into an aristocratic French family. He turned away from his worldly inheritance and status, giving all of his possessions to the poor and the sick. He Read More…
Mary McGee announced she will be finishing her final term as President of the North End / Waterfront Residents’ Association (NEWRA) later this year. This role will need to be filled when elections are held in October. Mary reminded the members that NEWRA is participating the the new Harborfront Neighborhood Alliance. Executive members of the Read More…