The three-month closure of Boston’s parks and cemeteries during the covid-19 outbreak led to the remarkable reappearance of Copp‘s Hill in its natural state. They’re gone now, likely never to reappear — wildflowers and meadow grass swaying gently in the harbor breezes on the lower slopes of an ancient graveyard. During the three-month shutdown of Read More…
While we are still awaiting word on when we will be able to reopen the museum, two of our Paul Revere House senior staff are participating in an upcoming free, virtual public event hosted by the Concord Museum: “Paul Revere: Man and Myth Virtual Forum”. Nina Zannieri, Executive Director of the Paul Revere Memorial Association Read More…
Governor Charlie Baker announced that restaurants can begin opening their indoor dining rooms on Monday, June 22nd as Massachusetts enters Step 2 in Phase II of the state’s reopening plan. Offices can also increase their capacity to 50% and retail dressing rooms can be visited by appointment. Close-contact personal services such as nail salons and Read More…
This week’s top posts on NorthEndWaterfront.com featured restaurants, neighborhood meetings, historic locations, cultural events, and more! Read on below to see the most popular articles from this past week. Outdoor Dining Transforms The North End Overnight [Photos & Videos] Even longtime North Enders who have “seen it all” have been watching in wonderment the overnight Read More…
Today is Friday, June 19 and Boston.com has pulled together a list of 10 things to do around for city to celebrate Juneteenth, a national day of celebration commemorating the emancipation of slaves in the United States on June 19, 1865. Read more here. Here’s what else you need to know for today… 10:00AM Celebrating What Read More…
Residents who have been impacted due to the loss of parking from the temporary extension of licensed premise onto outdoor space, also known as Cafe Seating / Cafe Zones are eligible for a free parking space at the Government Center Garage. In order to receive a free parking space, residents must have a valid residential Read More…
Check out our weekly social media highlights from residents and visitors in the area. To be featured, tag us @northend.waterfront on Instagram, @northendboston on Twitter, @northendwaterfront on Facebook. Use hashtags #northendboston or #bostonwaterfront. Parks & Playgrounds As part of Phase 2 of Massachusetts’ gradual reopening plan, playgrounds, spray decks, and outdoor fitness areas were allowed to reopen earlier this week. Local Read More…
UPDATE: Since the writing of this article and following the City Council meeting, the Four Seasons has reversed their decision and agreed to pay the 192 laid-off workers their full severance packages. In response to the controversial layoffs of nearly half of its staff by the Four Seasons on Boylston Street, City Councilors Ed Flynn Read More…
Today is Thursday, June 18 and the weather this weekend is looking perfect for the new patios. Boston Magazine has pulled together a list of the 20 coolest new restaurant patios around the city, continue reading on Boston Magazine. Here’s what else you need to know for today… Notable News: Officials warn of world’s largest Read More…
During the weekly City Council meeting on June 17, City Councilor Andrea Campbell (District 4) offered a resolution to support the Bipartisan House Bill H.2146 that would require a special commission on establishing a Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) system. Under this system, municipal police officers would require certification. This would ensure that municipalities Read More…
The Wharf District Council (WDC) held its June meeting on Tuesday, June 16, via Zoom. A number of notable reports and community updates were included as part of a full agenda. Boston Police – Public Safety Report Captain Fong, who is set to retire Friday, delivered his final active duty police report. One International Place Read More…
As the city reopens, Tony DeMarco reminds up to continue to bring the fight to the COVID-19. Enjoy this jigsaw picture puzzle with 56 pieces! How to play: Move and drag the pieces around just like a regular jigsaw puzzle. When two pieces are connected, they will click together. If you are “missing” a piece, move Read More…