Things to know for Thursday’s Brief: Today is Thursday, August 16 and if you’re looking for something to freshen up your weekend, stop by Fruit Fest at the Boston Public Market this Sunday from 10 a.m. -6 p.m., see additional details here. Here’s what else you need to know for today… Fisherman’s Feast at North, Read More…
Following the closing of North Square for reconstruction, another popular Freedom Trail public space in Boston’s North End has been fenced off for an overhaul. The Paul Revere Mall, known as “the Prado,” was closed to the public as construction begins on a major renovation, the second since it was created in 1925. [See the restoration design Read More…
Daniel O’Connor of Boston Bottle at 372 Commercial Street was recently presented with the Good Neighbor Recognition Award for his efforts in keeping the North End neighborhood clean. The award was presented by Recognition Committee Chair Janet Gilardi on behalf of the North End / Waterfront Residents’ Association (NEWRA). Daniel said, I’ve been living in the North End for over Read More…
The grass vs. turf debate continues for Puopolo Park. John Romano points out that, when it rains, second base floods and the neighborhood baseball teams cannot play for three to five days. This has happened for many years. A turf field would eliminate the need to wait several days for the field to dry out. “Neighborhood Read More…
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Last Sunday, Mayor Marty Walsh joined the Madonna Della Cava procession through the streets of the North End. The Mayor assisted with carrying the Image of the Madonna, joining in the festivities along with society members, marching bands and feast attendees. See photos, courtesy of Jeremiah Robinson from the Mayor’s Office, below.
On Friday, August 10, the North End Rehabilitation & Healthcare Center donated lunch to the North End Seniors. The seniors enjoyed a meal of fresh garden salad, pasta primavera, and cookies and brownies for dessert. Many thanks to Sami Almadi, and his team, including Ed and Rebecca, who hosted the afternoon. We are so appreciative for Read More…
The 108th Fisherman’s Feast in Honor of La Madonna Del Soccorso Di Sciacca is scheduled for Thursday, August 16 through Sunday, August 19, 2018 in Boston’s North End at North, Fleet and Lewis Streets.Opening ceremonies start at 6:30 p.m. on Thursday night where the statue of La Madonna Del Soccorso will leave her permanent chapel on Read More…
Things to know for Wednesday Today is Wednesday, August 15 and if you’re looking for a serious lobster roll, Boston.com has pulled together a round up of the best 18 featuring some North End favorites. Here’s what else you need to know for today… 5:00PM Tea & Tranquility. For first time walkers, an introduction to walking Read More…
Imagine you’re going to your favorite summer camp as a kid. There’s games, dance parties, and prizes to win; it’s all good fun. Now imagine that it’s bicycle themed, for adults only, at City Hall Plaza, and it’s a beer and wine festival with a warped sense of humor. That’s really the best way to Read More…
The 108th Fisherman’s Feast will be celebrated this weekend and, along with it, the first annual meatball competition between North End restaurants. The competition will take place on Saturday August 18 from 3 p.m. to 6 p.m. Meatballs will be judged by feast attendees and the top five will move on to be critiqued by Read More…
The North End/Waterfront Residents’ Association (NEWRA) voted 17-9 in favor of Going Bananas’ proposal to add beer and wine to their grocery store at 65 Salem Street. Frank Scire, owner of Going Bananas Market, appeared before the Association Thursday evening with his plans to go to the Board of Appeal to change the legal occupancy of Read More…