The North End Athletic Association (NEAA) is going to start a soccer program for the young kids in the neighborhood. There will be two age groups: I) NEAA Little Tykes Soccer – Ages 4 & 5 – Boys and Girls, this will be a clinic atmosphere, there will be teams but no official games. II) Read More…
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Obituary: Phyllis Charlton of the North End
CHARLTON, Phyllis 77, of Boston’s North End, on Wednesday July 7, 2010. She is survived by her three children, Cathi Charlton of Norton, David Charlton of MD, and Victoria (Charlton) Finn of CT. She is also survived by 6 grandchildren and 4 great grandchildren. A memorial service will be held at the Berkeley Residence, 40 Read More…
Movie Trailer Released for Ben Affleck’s “The Town”
The trailer for Ben Affleck’s “The Town” has been released. View the trailer below by clicking on the video play arrow. The “Made in Boston” movie includes extensive scenes filmed in the North End from when the production team was here last summer. In addition to Affleck, the film stars Jeremy Renner, Rebecca Hall, Blake Read More…
Weekly North End/Waterfront Police Blotter
Highlights from this week’s Boston Police Journal Log for the North End / Waterfront area: Breaking & Entering – Residential 07/09/10 2:15am-9:00pm Charter St. resident reports apartment front door was forced open and 3 laptops were removed. Breaking & Entering – Residential 07/11/10 3:00pm-5:00pm No. Margin St. resident reports front apartment door forced open and Read More…
Breaking & Entering Advisory Bulletin Issued by Boston Police District A-1
Boston Police District A-1 Breaking & Entering Advisory Bulletin We recommend that constituents follow these security measures to protect their residences and/or businesses from being broken into. Use sturdy doors. Solid wooden doors or doors reinforced with steel offer much more protection than hollow core wooden doors. Use safe locks. Adding quality deadbolt locks is Read More…
Pastor Antonio Nardoianni Leaving Saint Leonard Parish
In his weekly Pastor’s Note, Fr. Antonio Nardoianni announced his imminent transfer to the Franciscan Provincial headquarters in New York City. Below is an excerpt from the note in the church bulletin. “I am honored and humbled by the trust and confidence that so many of my fellow friars have placed in me. The outcome Read More…
“Viva! St. Agrippina” Film Screening
“Viva! Saint Agrippina” is a documentary that takes place in Boston’s historic North End. Since 1914, the Saint Agrippina Benefit Society have been hosting an annual feast in honor of the martyred Saint, a tradition which originated in Mineo, Sicily. Society Members tell the tales of Saint Agrippina’s short and tragic life. Rather than exhibiting Read More…
North End Family Pride Week – August 1st-8th
Here is the Schedule of Events for North End Family Pride Week, 8/1 to 8/8. There are events for everyone, all ages – boys & girls, young and old! This year’s program is in honor of Bobby DeCristoforo. A special memorial mass and candle light procession will be held on August 1st. He did a lot Read More…
Free Ferry Day to Boston Harbor Islands
Have a picnic on Georges Island or relax aside a sandy beach on Spectacle Island, take a yoga class at the beach, listen to jazz, get your face painted, hike the trails of Spectacle, or explore Fort Warren and enjoy a free boat ride to get there! Free Fun Friday thanks to a generous contribution Read More…
NEWNC Hears 50 Snow Hill St. Renovation Plans
The North End/Waterfront Neighborhood Council (NEWNC) listened this week to an upcoming zoning variance request by Damian Szary at 50 Snow Hill Street. However, the Council did not vote on the proposal because the applicant had not yet received a refusal letter from Inspectional Services. Once a refusal letter is received, the applicant will appeal Read More…
Café Nuovo Receives NEWNC Support With Midnight Closing Time
In a vote of 7-3, the North End/Waterfront Neighborhood Council supported a midnight closing hour, 7 days a week, for a new beer & wine license by Café Nuovo’s Vincent Ferrara at 76 Salem Street. The location was previously occupied by Paesan’s, La Brace and D’Amore’s. Ferrara’s family was previously involved with La Brace. The Read More…
North End Branch Library Weekly Events
Boston Public Library – North End Branch 25 Parmenter St. Events for July 11 – 17 Monday, Jul 12, 11:00 am Films for Children On Mondays, come and watch children films at the North End library. Tuesday, Jul 13, 3:30 pm Green Film Festival for Kids-Wall-E Tuesday, Jul 13, 4:00 pm Chess Club Learn how Read More…