The Friends of the North End Branch Library held their annual appreciation party for North End neighbors! There was food, music, raffle and good conversation, free to everyone. There was musical entertainment and a complimentary luncheon of favorite Italian dishes, including lasagna, meatballs, ravioli and pizza, was served to the very appreciative attendees. The Friends set Read More…
Month: December 2018
St. Anthony Society Announces Neighborhood Donation Fund Recipients
The members of St. Anthony Society are excited to announce the 2018 recipients of their Annual Neighborhood Donations Fund. Each holiday season, St. Anthony Society recognizes North End organizations that make significant contributions to the community and help make the neighborhood a great place to live. In addition to North End groups, members also support Read More…
Neighborhood Photo: Bunny on Sun Court Street
It may not be springtime, but the North End rabbits can still be seen hopping around the neighborhood! Sandro Carella spotted this bunny early Monday morning on Sun Court Street. “Neighborhood Photo” is a regular feature on NorthEndWaterfront.com. Send in your photos via email to info@northendwaterfront.com or tag @northend.waterfront on Instagram. Please include a caption or story telling us about Read More…
Monday’s Brief: Holiday Markets, Smoke Shops, PLAN Downtown, City Council Hearing
Things to know for Monday Today is Monday, December 3 and if you’re looking for the best places to do your holiday shopping, NECN has pulled together a guide to finding some of the best holiday markets around Boston, check it out here. Here’s what else you need to know for the week ahead… 9:00AM Read More…
Neighborhood Pets Pose with Santa at RUFF’s Santa Paws
Nearly 100 pets had their photo taken with Santa at RUFF’s Santa Paws on Saturday, December 1! The North End Dog Group had a beautiful afternoon to host the event at the dog park on Prince and Snow Hill Streets. Boston Police Officer John Quinn played the role of Santa. Many furry friends, along with Read More…
North End / Waterfront Real Estate Sales for November 2018
These are the residential closings in the North End / Waterfront area during the month of November. $0 – $999,999 16 Henchman #4R: studio with 306 sf. sold for $340,000 Lincoln Wharf #14: 1 bed, 1 bath with 794 sf. sold for $500,000 147 Richmond #5: 2 bed, 1 bath with 726 sf. sold for Read More…
Neighborhood Photo: Misty Blue at Christopher Columbus Park
Sunday was a wet and rainy day, but Bob Somerville managed to capture some beauty in this dreary weather at Christopher Columbus Park, where the blue lights of the trellis reflected in the surrounding water. “Neighborhood Photo” is a regular feature on NorthEndWaterfront.com. Send in your photos via email to info@northendwaterfront.com or tag @northend.waterfront on Instagram. Please include a caption Read More…
North End Holiday Stroll Brings Crowds to Neighborhood Retail Shops [Photos]
Now in its 12th year, the North End Holiday Shop & Stroll has become a seasonal tradition for a fun Friday night of local shopping and nibbles. Shoppers had free reign to explore the trendy boutiques and specialty shops through the neighborhood’s fabled streets. Stores offered holiday refreshments and special discounts as shoppers punched their Read More…
Police Blotter: Robbery and Stolen Package
The following are recent incidents reported by Boston Police District A-1 for the North End / Waterfront area. Robbery11/26/18 2:00 p.m.Taxi driver reports he picked up a fare in New Bedford and drove him to Hanover Street. At this time, the male suspect placed a hard object against his side and robbed the taxi Read More…
Cancelled: Mayor’s Enchanted Trolley Tour Comes to Cross Street Plaza
This event was cancelled due to weather. Come see Mayor Walsh’s Enchanted Trolley Tour that will be stopping by the corner of Hanover and Cross Streets at 2 p.m! Meet Santa and his holiday helpers while enjoying some light refreshments as the tree is lit. Please note, due to the Prado restoration this annual event will Read More…
Harbor Celebration for Commissioning of USS Thomas Hudner
The USS Thomas Hudner was commissioned on December 1st in the Seaport. Boston Harbor came alive with a large crowd, the welcoming of water-shooting fireboats and ice sculptures. (1/3) Impressive crowd and ceremony at the Commissioning of the USS Thomas Hudner today in South Boston. Medal of Honor Recipient Thomas Hudner and Ens. Jesse Brown, Read More…