Today is Thursday, August 29 and the beginning of the end of summer is here. If you’re planning on leaving the city this labor day weekend, check what the experts are saying will be the worst times for traffic, read more on Boston.com. Here’s what else you need to know for today… 10:30AM Yoga-Lates by Read More…
The Boston City Council discussed supervised safe injection sites for drug users in a recent working session. Currently, there are bills before the Legislature that would allow safe injection sites in the Commonwealth. The Council debated the topic with arguments both for and against. Those who support these sites say it could prevent more deaths Read More…
It was a beautiful summer evening for the Friends of Christopher Columbus Park (FOCCP) annual boat cruise on Boston Harbor. The three-hour sunset cruise aboard the Rendezvous raises funds for the FOCCP annual Fall Festival. Photos courtesy of Meredith Piscitelli.
Old North Church & Historic Site is excited to launch a new exhibit in Patriots Corner Gallery, offering insight on the three hundred year history of the Ebenezer Clough House, a treasured part of our campus, and a building that was erected even before the church itself. Built circa 1715, the Clough House is one Read More…
Nico, a homeless musician often seen playing his violin in the Prado, was robbed at knifepoint earlier this week while he was sleeping, according to neighbors. Nico said that drug addicts come through the Prado late at night to rob the homeless that sleep there. Among items taken was his violin – his only source Read More…
Join a celebration of community, love, and the end of summer with Boston Harbor Fireworks on Thursday night. The waterfront and the harbor belong to all of us and we should take pride in all of the communities and public resources that make up the city’s waterfront. The free end-of-summer celebration will take place on Read More…
Today is Wednesday, August 28 and Boston’s busiest moving weekend is only a couple days away. We’ve got your complete guide to and eco-friendly September 1st in the North End, continue reading. Here’s what you need to know for today… 3:30PM LEGO Club. Stop by the North End Library and work together or independently to 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. Litter at 257 North St. This 311 user says, “Litter all over the street plus what is up with the recycle guys all the recycle is Read More…
The four-legged residents of the North End and their humans cooled off on an incredibly hot day with Responsible Urbanites for Fido (RUFF) by enjoying dog-friendly ice cream, provided by Crate Escape in Charlestown, in the North End dog park last week. Dozens of furry friends gathered in the park, spending an evening of rambunctious Read More…
In a historic space well-known for being at the center of important events, the Old North Church, in partnership with Historic Boston Inc., provided a forum for a panel discussion on housing. The panel, comprised of Donna Brown who acted as Moderator, Christine Clements, Angie Liou, and Raber Umphenour, lent insights and experiences toward exploring Read More…
Vito J. Petringa of Boston’s North End passed away on August 23, 2019. Beloved son of the late Concetto and Maria (Vasallo) Petringa. Loving husband of the late Louise (Langone) Petringa. Treasured father of Lucille Petringa and her husband David Yanolis of Somerville, and Dina Petringa and her husband Joshua Samuels of Culver City, CA. Cherished grandfather of Graham, Read More…
Today is Tuesday, August 27 and a woman with EEE has died in Massachusetts. Mosquitos carrying the virus have been found in several communities across the state and some even close to Boston. 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…