The North End Christmas tree at the corner of Cross and Hanover Streets has arrived. There is no lighting event this year, but the tree is fully decorated for the season. The tree, along with wreathes and other decor for the Cross St. plaza, is organized by the North End Beautification Committee. The North End Read More…
The BCYF Nazzaro Center, along with Representative Aaron Michlewitz and Senator Joe Boncore, held a turkey giveaway for seniors on Monday, November 23rd. Nazzaro Center Administrative Coordinator Steven Siciliano extended a huge thank you to all who participated, especially to Rep. Michlewitz’s office for donating the turkeys. Photos courtesy of the Nazzaro Center.
Join the Leventhal Map & Education Center and the North End Branch of the Boston Public Library for a virtual exploration of history through maps on Tuesday, December 1st from 7 p.m. – 8:15 p.m. In the nineteenth century, where was the North End Branch Library? What was at the location where the library now Read More…
Work continues on the renovations to Langone and Puopolo Parks on Commercial Street. Maryann O’Brien shares these photos from Copps Hill Terrace of four bocce courts with two more on the way. Construction began in Summer 2019 on the project to renovate the parks which, in addition to the turf, includes adding open spaces, making the area more Read More…
Maria Florencia Lucia (Zuzolo) Leone of the West End, passed away on November 23, 2020. She was a loyal and dependable employee of Shriners Hospital for Children in Boston and the former North End Nursing Home. Beloved daughter of the late Giuseppe and Carmela (De Guglielmo) Zuzolo. Loving wife of the late Frank J. Leone. Loving devoted Read More…
Today is Tuesday, November 24 and if you’re planning on traveling out of state this week there may be some restrictions to make yourself aware of before hopping in the car or getting on a plane. Read more on Boston.com for the best way to share Thanksgiving dinner this year. Here’s what else you need Read More…
Despite the ongoing pandemic, the Friends of Christopher Columbus Park (FOCCP) and the Boston Parks and Recreation Department continued the tradition of annual lighting of the park’s signature trellis on Monday night. Park goers will also get to listen to a holiday soundtrack as they walk under the trellis. This year represents the 18th year Read More…
Thanksgiving looks different for everyone in 2020, and the ABCD North End/West End Neighborhood Service Center (NE/WE NSC) is no exception! The center missed having its annual turkey feast with all the trimmings, including visits from elected officials wanting to visit with and give gifts to their constituents. However, it still strove to provide a Read More…
The Wharf District Council (WDC) held its November meeting on Tuesday, November 17 via Zoom. A number of notable reports and community updates were included as part of a full agenda. Verdant Cannabis Dispensary at 150 State Street Former Boston City Councilor Tito Jackson, Founder and CEO of Verdant Medical Inc, gave a detailed presentation Read More…
The following are recent incidents reported by Boston Police District A-1 for the North End / Waterfront area. Larceny11/15/20 6:37pmMale suspect asked to try on a pair of Ray Ban sunglasses inside a Hanover Street optical store. The store clerk further stated the suspect walked out the door wearing the glasses. Larceny From Read More…
Today is Friday, November 20 and just like everything else in 2020, the holidays will look a bit different this year. While the shops in Faneuil Hall will still be open for business, they will not host a Christmas tree light show this season, read more on CBS Boston. Here’s what else you need to Read More…
Boston Police Department (BPD) Sergeant Steven Moy provided a police report at the November Wharf District Council (WDC) meeting. Before reviewing the most recent criminal incidents, Sergeant Moy along with BPD Captain Robert Ciccolo spoke to continued concerns regarding the homeless population in and around the Wharf District. With cold weather posing considerable risk for Read More…