Koukla Salon Grand Opening on Salem Street

Poll: Do You Like the Ornamental Iron Railings at 124-126 Salem St. Development?

Once the scaffolding came down, the debate started regarding the ornamental wrought iron railings on the facade of 124-126 Salem Street. Some neighbors created quite a stir on social media, mostly against the design saying it doesn’t belong in the North End. In defense, Crosstown Art penned an explanation of the “Chrysanthemum Building” concept. Shown previously Read More…

What’s The 311? Possible Attempted Break-in, Garbage Piled in Alley, Branch Down in Christopher Columbus Park

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. Possible Attempted Break-In on Corner of Morton and Endicott Street “Attempted break in in North End …ground level apartment had screens ripped off and clear hand Read More…

Renderings: 124-126 Salem Street Building to Replace Parking Lot

The neighborhood had its first look at the proposed new building on the existing surface parking lot at 124-126 Salem Street. The informational presentation was made at last week’s meeting of the North End / Waterfront Residents’ Association Zoning, Licensing and Construction Committee. Owner Colin Yip, represented by Attorney Daniel Toscano and an architectural team Read More…