Nearly half, 47%, of COVID-19 patients have recovered in the City of Boston. Boston’s total reported number of cases stands at 12,306. According to the most recent data, there were 779 newly reported positive cases citywide, a 7% increase from last week. The North End, Downtown, Back Bay, and Beacon Hill have had a total of 434 positive Read More…
This week’s top posts on NorthEndWaterfront.com featured local businesses, government, voting, health, construction, and more. Read on below to see the most popular articles from this past week. Frustrated North End Restaurant Owners Rally For Support [Video] North End restauranteurs listened closely to details of Gov. Baker’s four-phase reopening plan announced earlier this week and were frustrated Read More…
My dear brothers and sisters in Christ, Peace and All-Good! It is with joy and some caution that I share the news that we will soon be opening again with restrictions. Given COVID-19 has not gone away, we are using this week to prepare how to safely worship together with all the social distancing regulations Read More…
Today is Friday, May 22 and while this weekend typically marks the official start of summer in the city, many are finding themselves staying home and continuing to practice social distancing during the ongoing pandemic. If you’re looking for something to keep you busy during your time at home, check out Boston.com‘s list of 10 Read More…
City Councilor Matt O’Malley (District 6) proposed a hearing to discuss implementing requirements for all new constructions—residential, commercial, and industrial—to have a net-zero carbon footprint. The City of Boston pledged a commitment to achieving carbon neutrality by 2050 under the Carbon Free Boston initiative in an effort to combat climate change. In December 2019, Mayor Read More…
Stressing the need for a slow and cautious approach to reopening the City, Mayor Walsh opened his discussion with the Wharf District Council at their May meeting by referencing the latest COVID-19 numbers, which as of Wednesday, May 20, stood at 588 deaths and over 12,000 reported cases in Boston. Watch the full meeting video Read More…
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Save the Harbor/Save the Bay, a non-profit public interest harbor advocacy group, shares this video above to encourage social distancing at beaches this summer. As part of the Massachusetts phased re-opening, beaches are permitted to open as early as May 25—Memorial Day. Beach goers and managers must adhere to strict guidelines to ensure public safety. Read More…
Today is Thursday, May 21 and here’s a joke from local comedy writer Ben Alper: “Gov. Charlie Baker announced his plan to reopen Massachusetts. As of May 18, manufacturing and construction businesses are allowed to begin operating. However, beachgoers will require a permit to build sand castles.” Here’s what else you need to know for Read More…
The Wharf District Council (WDC) held its May meeting on Tuesday evening. The following reports and community updates were presented as part of a full agenda. The WDC welcomed the new North End & West End Liaison John Romano and recognized Councilor Ed Flynn’s volunteer initiative that helped arrange 5,000 phone calls to seniors and Read More…
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As we move through the surreal days created by the COVID-19 pandemic, it can be comforting and inspiring to learn the stories of those who survived similar challenges which, at the time, were unprecedented. These stories can lead us to acknowledge our human fragility but also our ability to persevere and prevail when our physical, Read More…