FRATTAROLI, Lucia (Verrocchi) 83, of East Boston, passed away on Thursday, January 10th, 2013 surrounded by her loving family. Lucia is the inspiration and namesake of Lucia Ristorante in the North End and Winchester. Loving wife of Arturo Frattaroli. Cherished mother of Francesco and his late wife Maria Rita, Tonino and his wife Elaine, Filippo Read More…
The City of Boston has issued this season’s first Winter Weather Advisory for this weekend: Mayor Menino is reminding residents to be mindful this weekend as the region’s first winter weather event approaches. The storm is expected to result in up to 6 inches of snow in Boston, beginning around noon on Saturday and continuing Read More…
The following news release is from Boston Medical Center announcing North End resident, Dr. Barbara Gilchrest, has been named a 2012 Charter Fellow of the National Academy of Inventors. Barbara Gilchrest, MD, professor and Chair Emeritus of the department of dermatology at Boston University School of Medicine (BUSM) and dermatologist at Boston Medical Center (BMC), Read More…
The following is a news release from the Boston Transportation Department (BTD) regarding the distribution of “Know Snow” pamphlets. Some Boston drivers may have been pleasantly surprised recently when they realized that the paper placed under their vehicle’s windshield wiper by a Boston Parking Enforcement Officer was a “Know Snow” pamphlet rather than a parking ticket. Read More…
The following letter comes from Fulton Street resident, Janet Gilardi, who gave up complaining about Archway Street and cleaned it up with her daughter, Toni. I have continuously complained about this back yard of my Property. Actually, the name of this area is Archway Street. The City does not take charge in ANY Way !!!!! Read More…
The following news release is from the Rose Kennedy Greenway Conservancy announcing the resignation of Executive Director, Nancy Brennan. COO Jesse Brackenbury will take charge of daily operations until a replacement is named. The attached pdf shows the press release and includes a list of accomplishments. Nancy Brennan, Executive Director, accepts new West Coast position Read More…
This year a portion of the proceeds will help trim the trees in the Prado so that thousands of visitors can have an unobstructed view of the magnificent architecture. The NEWRA Parks and Open Spaces Committee added, “We are excited and grateful to hear that some of the proceeds from the event will be used Read More…
Luisa (D’Ippolito) Bruno, 91 years of age, of Boston’s North End, passed away on Tuesday, December 11, 2012. Luisa was the owner of Ida’s Restaurant on Mechanic St. in the North End of Boston. Loving wife of the late John P. Bruno, Sr. Cherished mother of John P. Bruno, Jr. and his wife Karen of Read More…
The following comes from Boston Magazine with news about the North End’s Acquire, 61 Salem Street, being included in its holiday gift guide list. Ten Boston neighborhoods have made it in to Boston magazine’s holiday gift guide roundup in their December issue, including the North End. Boston magazine’s expert staff presents readers with a gift guide that depicts Read More…
The following residents from Boston’s North End were recently named to the Arlington Catholic Honor Roll for the first marking term. They are to be commended for their academic achievements! Honors Michael Bonetti Ivana Bonetti
The following news release comes from Michelle Wu, who has announced her candidacy for Boston City Council At-Large. Ms. Wu previously lived in the North End and was the legal guardian for a younger sister who went to the Eliot School. She says, “The North End has a special place in my heart, and I Read More…
“He may as well be a North Ender ….. Stevie Wonder, we call him. Up and down hills; all around the blocks of the neighborhood. One can’t miss the UPS truck, with its driver, always with a smile,” says Anonymous who submitted this photo. Did you take a great photo? Send it in.