Community Daily Briefs

Notable News: Fantasy Bros, Harbor Garage, BRA Values, Public Market Success, BYOB at Restaurants and More!

Whether it is the restaurants, real estate market, developments, or even fantasy sports, there is always something to talk about in the lively neighborhood of the North End / Waterfront. Proof? See below! BRA chief holds line on limits to Harbor Garage project Negotiations have stalled between the Boston Redevelopment Authority and developer Chiofaro Company regarding the size Read More…

Event Notices

Events: BRA Urban Renewal, Christmas Parade, Santa Skate / Toy Drive, Italian Christmas Concert!

This holiday season, take a look at the event listings below to enjoy the festivities in the area! Monday, December 7 Sunday 8:00pm through Monday 8:00 pm No Rest for the Wicked Funny at Improv Asylum [216 Hanover St, Boston] Improv Asylum is hosting its annual fundraiser for Globe Santa this weekend. The cast performs for 24 Read More…

Event Notices

The Weekender: Petruccelli Resigns, Condo Sales, Incident Report, 221-227 Commercial, and More!

Just as we are heading into the thick of the holiday season, it seems like the area may also be jumping into political season as well! Top 5 Posts of the Week: Anthony Petruccelli Resigns State Senate Seat; Special Election Likely The political season seems to be hitting the North End / Waterfront and surrounding area Read More…

Government People

Anthony Petruccelli Resigns State Senate Seat; Special Election Likely

After a 16 year career in the Massachusetts Legislature, State Senator Anthony Petruccelli announced on Friday that he will be resigning his Senate seat in January 2016. The Senator will be assuming a role with Kearney, Donovan & McGee, P.C., a government relations and lobbying firm located on Court Street in downtown Boston.  “I love my job as a Read More…

Police & Fire

Incident Report: Suspicious Package Detonated, Broken Dry Cleaners Window, Bakery Customer Assaulted

The following is coming directly from Boston Police:  Suspicious Package Detonated; Suspect Arrested At about 9:50 AM on Friday, December 4, 2015, officers from District A-1 (Downtown) responded to a radio call for a suspicious package in the area of 408 Atlantic Avenue, along the Greenway.  Upon arrival, officers were informed that a suspicious male had Read More…

Business

Top Tweets of the Week: Waterfront Frame, DeMarco Abs, #Thanksgiving, and More!

Take a look at the top tweets within the @NorthEndBoston over Thanksgiving weekend and the start of December 2015! The Top North End / Waterfront Tweets From This Week: https://twitter.com/bksinthebelfrey/status/671057371930755072 A #Thanksgiving tradition continues! Carving turkeys @PineStreetInn w/ @marty_walsh @SenStan & @titojackson #bospoli pic.twitter.com/hybDPe2PmK — Aaron Michlewitz (@RepMichlewitz) November 26, 2015 Right now, it's comforting to know that Batman Read More…

Community Daily Briefs

Notable News: Sidewalk Struggles, Flooding Development, Community Compost, Holiday Treats, and More!

Here it is, the compilation of articles and media coverage about the North End / Waterfront, brought to you weekly. Make cities livable for old and disabled Imagine walking Boston’s old downtown streets in the shoes of Tommye Mayer, who has paralysis on her left side, compromised vision, and some cognitive challenges from a stroke she Read More…

Event Notices

Events: 250th Panel, North End Stroll, Mayor’s Trolley Tour, Toys for Tots, Public Safety Meeting & More!

Rolling into the final month of 2015, December has arrived. Take a look at some events in the final stretch of the year! Monday, November 30 10:30am Little Groove at West End Library Little Groove Music Classes at the West End Branch of the BPL.  Little Groove music classes are designed to help infants, toddlers, and preschoolers Read More…

Community

The Weekender: Sandwich Signs, LED Trellis, Quiet Thanksgiving, Trash Poll and More!

Still recovering from the Thanksgiving food coma? Take a recap of the top articles published by NorthEndWaterfront.com over the past week! Top 5 Posts of the Week: City Council Passes Mayor Walsh’s New Sandwich Board Sign Ordinance Boston is repealing the permit that is required for free standing, sidewalk signs. Despite a few restrictions, businesses no Read More…

Community Daily Briefs

Notable News: Ill DiMasi, Valet Parking App, Chiofaro Traffic, More Development

Digging through dozens of news sources, scrapping articles and combining them into one convenient article is the recipe for the Notable News post.  Aquarium study says Chiofaro harbor project will clog traffic, cut parking A study on the impact of Don Chiofaro’s $1 billion two-tower project plan was released by The New England Aquarium, concluding that the project would bring a parking Read More…

Event Notices

Events: Trellis Lighting, “A Winter’s Tale,” Happy Thanksgiving!

Yes, it’s Thanksgiving week! That means it is time to officially kick off the holiday season!  Monday, November 23 5:00pm Trellis Lighting at Christopher Columbus Park Join us and celebrate the new LED lights! The Friends of Christopher Columbus Park (FOCCP) will celebrate a Boston holiday tradition with the thirteenth annual lighting of the park’s signature Read More…

Police & Fire

Police Incident Reports: Abandoned Building Tenant, Shattered Front Door

The following incident report is courtesy of District A-1 Boston Police: Investigative Property 11/12/15 9:56am Police Officer’s responded to a North Margin Street abandoned building. On arrival Police Officer’s noticed that the door was open and unknown individuals had set up camp inside. Inspectional Services called and responded to the scene, the building owner was Read More…