The North End Waterfront/Residents’ Association (NEWRA) held its August meeting on Thursday, August 13th via Zoom. Old North Foundation: Nikki Stewart, Executive Director of the Old North Foundation, provided an update on the recent suspension of operations at the historic Freedom Trail site due to low attendance during the pandemic. Visitor operations have been suspended Read More…
COVID-19 testing and other resources for community care made possible by recent funding NEW Health, a federally qualified health center and an affiliate of Massachusetts General Hospital and Boston Medical Center, recognizes National Health Center Week. This year’s theme is “lighting the way for healthier communities today and in the future,” and NEW Health is Read More…
Today is Friday, August 14 and Boston Public Schools are now planning on delaying the start of classes until September 21st as they continue to decide between a hybrid model or a fully remote model of learning this fall, read more on Boston.com. Here’s what else you need to know for this weekend… Fisherman’s Feast Read More…
By Thomas F. Schiavoni, Saint Leonard Church parishioner A variance request by Epsilon Partners for 6 to 8 luxury condominium units at the former Saint Leonard Rectory on North Bennet Street has met with significant neighborhood resistance, including votes in opposition by the Residents’ Association (NEWRA) and Neighborhood Council (NEWNC). The City of Boston Board Read More…
The question of how schools will reopen in the fall has been looming over the past few months as the Coronavirus pandemic continues to require restrictions in the City of Boston and across the country. As of Wednesday, August 12, Boston Public Schools (BPS) Superintendent Brenda Cassellius told the City Council no final decision has Read More…
Today is Thursday, August 13 and a Boston-based company is urging students and parents to purchase a tuition insurance reimbursement policy given the uncertain future of COVID-19, read more on WHDH.com. Here’s what else you need to know for today… 5:30PM NEMPAC Ask An Expert Series – This is How We Do It Director’s Roundtable. Read More…
Boston Art Commission (BAC) voted to submit the Christopher Columbus statue for further public review to decide its fate, following a virtual meeting on Tuesday afternoon. The issue will undergo a citywide public engagement process to allow voices on both sides to express their opinions regarding the statue’s future. BAC will also establish a group Read More…
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The North End / Waterfront Residents’ Association (NEWRA) will hold its monthly meeting on Thursday, August 13, 2020 beginning at 7:00 PM. The agenda, as well as Zoom login information, may be found below. Zoom and Dial In Details Join Zoom Meeting: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85148024878 Meeting ID: 851 4802 4878 One tap mobile+19292056099,,85148024878# +13017158592,,85148024878#
The Fisherman’s Feast would have taken place this weekend, August 13-16, 2020, in the streets of the North End. As with all of the feasts, the COVID-19 pandemic has canceled the 110th annual street festival. La Madonna del Soccorso di Sciacca Society has arranged for commemoration in Boston’s North End, including several virtual events. Follow Read More…
Join the North End Music & Performing Arts Center (NEMPAC) on Thursday, August 13th via Zoom from 5:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. EST for a “Director’s Roundtable” as part of the “Ask An Expert” Series. Hosts Alexandra Alene Dietrich and Heather Gallagher will welcome directors Adrienne Boris, Rebecca Miller Kratzer, Roxana Myrrhum, and Nathan Troup. Read More…
Today is Wednesday, August 12 and we’re in the third heat wave of the year. Read more about how some Bostonians are beating the heat on WHDH.com. Here’s what else you need to know for today… 10:00AM Celebrating What Unites Us: Mexican Cuisine. Join the Armenian Heritage Park for Celebrating What Unites Us! the virtual Read More…