North End restauranteurs listened closely to details of Gov. Baker’s four-phase reopening plan and were frustrated to learn that it would be at least until mid-June before indoor dining would be allowed. Even then, only partial occupancy, perhaps 25-50%, would be permitted with the likely addition of strict new guidelines, including social distancing of 6-feet Read More…
Taking a cue from when they sang opera from balconies during the COVID-19 quarantine in Italy, the North End Music and Performing Arts Center (NEMPAC) joined with Tresca to bring opera from Ray Bourque’s Table 77 balcony in Boston’s North End. Performing on Sunday, Mother’s Day, were soprano Carina DiGianfilippo who sings internationally and tenor Fran Rogers Read More…
With no large public gatherings in the City of Boston being permitted this summer, city officials have consulted with the North End feast societies to cancel scheduled 2020 feasts and processions through Labor Day. St. Anthony’s Society, Madonna Del Soccorso Society (Fisherman’s Feast) and St. Agrippina Society, have issued cancellations today regarding their feasts scheduled Read More…
John Romano has accepted the position as the North End, Waterfront, and West End Liaison for Mayor Martin J. Walsh in the Office of Neighborhood Services. He replaces Maria Lanza, who left the post in January after serving for four years. “I couldn’t be happier to serve the community that raised me and help my Read More…
Spring has come to Hanover Street and the large dogwood trees are blooming at the St. Leonard’s Church Peace Garden. Enjoy this jigsaw picture puzzle with sixty pieces! How to play: Move and drag the pieces around just like a regular jigsaw puzzle. When two pieces are connected, they will click together. If you are “missing” Read More…
Boston’s closed hotels have been lighting up red and displaying hearts in their windows as the COVID-19 pandemic continues to rage through the city. This jigsaw picture puzzle shows the Boston Harbor Hotel at Rowes Wharf lit up on a recent night with its famous arch and a big heart in its windows. How to Read More…
Gov. Charlie Baker signed the H.4647 bill into law this week, halting most Massachusetts evictions and foreclosures during the coronavirus pandemic. Passed unanimously by the House, a final version was negotiated with the Senate late last week. Under the new law, all eviction proceedings will stop for four months or until 45 days after the Read More…
While wandering around our empty city, I came across this scene of bright lights on the waterfront reflecting in the harbor off Columbus Park with the blue trellis lights and skyline in the background. This is a rotating jigsaw picture puzzle, but only 24 pieces so it’s easy! Give it a go! *Rotating pieces!(1) SELECT Read More…
The New England Aquarium announced a series of budget cuts to preserve resources it believes will help the waterfront institution survive the shutdown caused by the COVID-19 outbreak. “This was a heartbreaking decision, as it included staff layoffs and furloughs, and every member of our team is fiercely committed to the Aquarium and its mission,” Read More…
Keeping with the theme of staying busy while staying home, here is a jigsaw picture puzzle of Faneuil Hall Marketplace midday with no people, incredible! This puzzle is 60 pieces (no rotating), enjoy! How to play: Move and drag the pieces around just like a regular jigsaw puzzle. When two pieces are connected, they will Read More…
The beginning of Spring would normally have the North End and downtown Boston streets bustling with locals and visitors taking in the season after a long Winter. As the business shutdowns and stay-at-home advisories associated with the COVID-19 outbreak have gone into effect, the streets are very quiet with very few moving vehicles, and only Read More…
Spring has sprung and it won’t be long before the tulips will be blooming at the neighborhood gardens! At least that will help brighten up our social distancing walks. *Rotating pieces! SELECT each piece first, then rotate it to the proper orientation. (With Touch: TAP on the piece and select right or left; With Mouse: CLICK Read More…