Arts & Culture Event Notices

99th Madonna Della Cava Feast at Hanover & Battery Streets August 9 – 11

The 99th annual grand religious feast for Madonna Della Cava will be held August 9, 10 & 11, 2019 at Hanover and Battery Streets in Boston’s North End. The celebration begins Friday, August 9 at 7 p.m. with a blessing of the Madonna at 3 Battery Street, followed by a short procession. The festival will Read More…

Daily Briefs

Thursday’s Brief: Whale Spotted in Harbor, PartARTS, Yoga-Lates, Family Game Night, NEWRA Meeting, Movie Musicals

Today is Thursday, August 8 and are you looking for a new apartment? With rent prices continuing to skyrocket in the city, chances are you might qualify for affordable housing, read more on Curbed Boston. Here’s what else you need to know for today… 10:00AM ParkARTS Children’s Workshops. Stop by Christopher Columbus Park where children Read More…

Community Featured

What’s the 311? Homeless Drinking on Cross St., Clark St. Broken Sidewalk, Long Wharf Recycling

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. Clark Street Sidewalk This 311 user writes, “Narrow sidewalk missing bricks. Location: Clark Street between Commercial & North St. North End.” The original 311 post can Read More…

Featured Photos & Videos

Social Highlights This Week: Old North and Alleyways

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Daily Briefs

Wednesday’s Brief: Combating Rising Tides, LEGO Club, Movie Night, Hipshot Band at City Hall Plaza

Today is Wednesday, August 7 and have you noticed an increase in rats running around the neighborhood? Check out Boston Magazine’s map to find out whether or not your neighborhood is rat-infested. Here’s what else you need to know for today… 3:30PM LEGO Club. Stop by the North End Library and work together or independently Read More…

Community Featured Health & Environment

Reader Poll: How is the New Trash Collection Day Going?

North End residents are just over a month in to the new trash collection schedule of Monday and Thursday mornings, altered from the previous schedule of Monday and Friday mornings. Consequently, the traditional Thursday street sweeping was moved to Friday. There were a few goals behind this switch, explained by Superintendent of Waste Reduction Brian Read More…

Kids & Families

Jugglers, Magicians and Clowns Join Faneuil Hall Street Performers

Faneuil Hall Marketplace has announced four new variety acts to join its world-famous street performer program. Juggling, magic, clowns and comedy will add to the impressive feats on display daily throughout the Marketplace. Learn more about the new performers below! Daniel Forlano – Daniel performs in the universal style of the great clowns with contemporary comic Read More…

Daily Briefs

Tuesday’s Brief: Woman Pulled from Charlestown Harbor, Summer Story Time, National Night Out

Today is Tuesday, August 6 if you’re looking for a dinner with a view, be sure to check out Open Table’s top 8 most scenic restaurants in New England featuring some waterfront favorites, read more on Boston.com. Here’s what else you need to know for today… 10:30AM Summer Story Time. Join Librarian Lin at the Read More…

Featured Meetings Police & Fire

Crime Report: Road Rage, Residential Break-In, Stolen Bikes, Two Arrests

Boston Police District A-1 provided North End / Waterfront residents an update on recent neighborhood crime incidents, summarized below, at the July 2019 North End Public Safety Meeting. Aggravated Assaults (2) – 7/25/19 at 8 p.m. (154 North St.): Police officers working a construction detail on North St. were informed by neighbors that a male suspect was Read More…

Announcements Community

Art and Community Intersect on the Harbor Islands this Summer

Through the Work of Various Artists, Island Visitors will Strengthen Community Connections BOSTON, Mass. – August 5, 2019 – Throughout the course of history, art has served as a common unifier. This summer, thanks to the efforts of the National Park Service and Boston Harbor Now, a non-profit dedicated to providing community access to the Read More…

Featured Real Estate

Auction for Garden Court Brick Row House in Boston’s North End; Open House August 13th

*Sponsored Post* AUCTION! 2 Garden CourtNorth End, Boston Brick Row House 2,787+/- sf. 3.5-Story with Full Basement1,116+/- sf. Lot off Historic North SquareVertical & Horizontal Expansion PotentialAuction: Tuesday, August 20 at 11am On-siteOpen House: Tuesday, August 13 (11am to 1pm)[Listing Page] Rare opportunity to own an entire 1890’s home in one family for 100+ years.  Read More…