Poll Results: You Enjoy The Feasts … Viva!

2011 Fisherman’s Feast Opening Ceremonies and Blessing of this Fishing Waters [Video]

The statue of the Madonna is brought out to the public from the Fisherman’s Club and processed through the North End / Waterfront to the edge of Boston Harbor at Christopher Columbus Waterfront Park. At 6:20 in the video, the opening ceremonies are conducted on a stage at Christopher Columbus Park with the annual blessing Read More…

Reader Poll: Should Cycle Tracks Receive Priority for Snow Plowing?

In support of year-round bicycling, the City of Boston has prioritized resources toward the plowing and salting of its cycle tracks. In the latest snowstorm, the Connect Historic Boston cycle track in downtown Boston and the North End was cleared before much of the roadway, city-owned sidewalks, corner curbs and parks. This tweet shows Boston Read More…

Video: Flight of the Angel at 2016 Fisherman’s Feast

The 2016 Flight of the Angel was the highlight of the 106th Fisherman’s Feast in honor of Madonna del Soccorso di Sciacca, held August 21, 2016 in Boston’s North End. After a day long procession, Fisherman’s Club members bring the Madonna statue home to North Street where two side angels on balconies recite an Italian devotion followed by the Read More…