The Wharf District Council (WDC) held its February meeting on Tuesday evening at The Boston Harbor Hotel. With over 100 people in attendance, a number of notable reports and community updates were included as part of a full agenda. Pinnacle at Central Wharf / Harbor Garage: Rob Caridad and Steve Mitchell, representing The Chiofaro Company, Read More…
Today is Friday, February 7 and it’s prime time for celebrity spotting in Boston. Not only is Disney filming it’s latest movie in the North End, but Showtime’s series “City on a hill” stars are also taking to the streets of the city, read more on WCVB.com. Here’s what else you need to know for Read More…
Production of “Godmothered” for the Disney+ streaming movie service began in Boston’s North End this week turning parts of the neighborhood into a Christmastime wonderland. Historic North Square saw the largest transformation, with string lights, garland, fake snow and decorated trees. The film stars Isla Fisher and Jillian Bell with Emmy winner, Jane Curtin, also Read More…
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Councilor Kenzie Bok, representing District 8, gave her first speech at this week’s City Council meeting regarding a hearing to explore the current state of housing cooperatives and strategies for its further expansion. The City of Boston has increasingly seen transient residents who can no longer afford to remain in their neighborhoods and find themselves Read More…
By Mayor Martin J. Walsh Black history is more than a month. Join our year-round celebration. February is Black History Month and, in Boston, we have a full series of events planned to celebrate the achievements of Black Bostonians—the women and men, seniors and students, veterans and clergy, business owners and activists who have been Read More…
Today is Thursday, February 6 and here’s a joke from local comedian Ben Alper: “It’s been reported the Patriots are willing to pay Tom Brady more than $30 million to keep him in New England – plus pay for his AARP Gold Membership card.” – Ben Alper. Here’s what else you need to know for Read More…
Councilor Andrea Campbell (District 4) has called for a hearing to explore and recommend diversity initiatives in the City of Boston’s public safety agencies. In an ongoing effort, Councilor Campbell reopened the discussion regarding the need for racial and gender diversity in public safety. “We know that diversity in our public service jobs allows government Read More…
The South Station project team recently held an open house to update the public on the predicted 4.5 year project to upgrade Boston’s South Station Transportation Center. The project includes updating rail and bus terminals, and building a new mixed-use tower providing office and residential space. MBTA red and silver lines should not be impacted, Read More…
Boston Police Department (BPD) Sergeant Steven Moy, in attendance on behalf of Captain Fong, provided a police report at the February Wharf District Council (WDC) meeting. There have been seven reported incidents, largely occurring in and around State St. BPD has undertaken efforts to roll out increased surveillance in addition to upgrading lighting by Spring Read More…
Setup for Disney+ film “Godmothered” (Frills was just a stand-in name) started at North Square earlier this week and continued with winter sets on Salem and Charter Streets on Wednesday. The North End seems to be the setting for holiday scenes in the movie, complete with lights, garland, and fake snow. Photos shared by Maryann. “Neighborhood Photo” is Read More…
North Street Grille continues to host “Neighborhood Night” on the first Thursday of each month to support North End neighborhood nonprofit agency programs. The February event will take place on February 6 and will benefit the North End Music & Performing Arts Center (NEMPAC). North Street Grille’s Neighborhood Nights have been a big hit, raising thousands Read More…