The Sacco Vanzetti Commemoration Society presents a look at the 1920-1927 case of Nicola Sacco and Bartolomeo Vanzetti on Monday, August 26 at 7 p.m. at the Community Church of Boston, 565 Boylston Street. These two Italian immigrants were found guilty of robbery and murder and executed in 1927. Fifty years later, it was declared Read More…
This week’s top posts on NorthEndWaterfront.com featured local businesses, schools, awards, parks and more! Read on below to see the most popular articles from this past week. Maria Merola is Closing her Pastry Shop After 50 Years on Cross Street in the North End After 50 years, Maria Merola has decided to retire and close Read More…
The man arrested earlier this year for three armed robberies in the North End, including Bob’s Grocery, has been indicted in federal court by a grand jury and could now face a life sentence in prison. The federal court action follows up on the May 31, 2019 arrest of Dante Mirabella, 52, by Boston Police Read More…
As I stood watching the bubbling fountain at the center of the labyrinth in the Armenian Heritage Park, a woman shared a sad tale about the loss of her friend. This friend of hers, a long-time supporter of the park and a civically engaged individual, had been looking forward to attending Under The August Moon Read More…
Elizabeth and Rich Ryan of the North End are joined by their friend Tobi Simmons of Mission Hill (center) at the August 14 Dorothy Curran Wednesday Night Concert Series grand finale featuring Tavares on City Hall Plaza. The 2019 summer series was presented by Mayor Martin J. Walsh, the Boston Parks and Recreation Department, the Read More…
The North End’s Old North Church will take part in a nationwide bell ringing to remember and honor those Africans brought to this country as enslaved people 400 years ago on Sunday, August 25 at 3 p.m. The bell-ringing is part of a Healing Day at Fort Monroe National Monument in Virginia, commemorating the landing Read More…
The St. Lucy Society kicked off their 98th Feast on Thursday night in honor of Santa Lucia, St. Lucy, Vergine e’ Martire – Protectress of Eyesight. The annual event comes a day before the opening of the big centennial for the St. Anthony’s Feast. This is the third year St. Lucy’s Feast has been held on the Thursday Read More…
Today is Friday, August 23 and The Freedom Trail Foundation will be offering free public tours TODAY as part of the Highland Street Foundation’s Free Fun Friday program this summer! To learn more about the Free Fun Fridays and the Highland Street Foundation, visit www.highlandstreet.org or contact 617.357.8300 with any questions. Here’s what you need to Read More…
Stephen Johnston, General Manager of the Boston Harbor Hotel, presented a proposal to the Wharf District Council requesting an amendment to the current liquor license. As it stands, BHH is only able to serve alcohol starting at 11AM. Johnston has requested that this be changed to 8AM. This would ensure breakfast-related functions would have alcohol Read More…
Several Boston City Councilors are speaking out against the conviction of Boston’s head of tourism Ken Brissette for extortion and conspiracy, and Boston’s head of intergovernmental affairs Tim Sullivan for conspiracy in the 2014 Boston Calling music festival. The two have been declared guilty of pressuring festival organizers to hire union workers by threatening the Read More…
With the big centennial St. Anthony’s Feast coming up this weekend, the neighborhood is abuzz with excitement and preparations! People from near and far visit Boston’s North End during the summer months to take part in the many Italian feasts that often feature live music, food stalls, games and processions through the streets. What’s your Read More…
This neighborhood bunny found a cozy spot on North Street to spend the afternoon while he waits for this weekend’s festivities to commence! Photo submitted by Arthur Caras. “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 your Read More…