Please join us this Thursday 7:30 pm for a virtual meet & greet with Robbie Goldstein, candidate for Congress in Massachusetts’ 8th district. Robbie is an infectious disease specialist, a primary care physician at MGH, and a bold leader whose background & policy positions are uniquely suited to the challenges facing us today: “AS A PHYSICIAN IN BOSTON, A CITY Read More…
Announcements
Crowdfunding Campaign to Help Boston Main Streets Small Businesses Affected by COVID-19
In an effort to support the storefront small businesses across Boston’s 20 Main Street districts, the Boston Main Streets Foundation (BMSF) has established a $100,000 COVID-19 Emergency Response Fund and is seeking the public’s help to double this amount through online crowdfunding donations. The Boston Main Streets Foundation COVID-19 Emergency Response Fund will distribute $1,000 Read More…
COVID-19 Video Contest for Massachusetts Students
The Massachusetts Health Council is running a COVID-19 video contest for middle and high school students in Massachusetts. As a positive way for students can keep busy during this pandemic, the Council has announced a contest to put together a video on the importance of following public health guidelines to slow the spread of coronavirus. Read More…
Commentary: Foster St. Playground Status Update
The Foster Street Playground was recently featured in a recent 311 report and I fell compelled to share some insights and history. My parents and I have attempted to address the abandonment of this city playground for many years to no avail. Our property abuts the playground; our kitchen windows look directly out on to Read More…
Obituary: Elena (Intagliata) Romeo of Swampscott & Formerly Boston’s North End
Elena (Intagliata) Romeo, 100 years of age, of Swampscott, formerly of Boston’s North End and Augusta, Sicily passed away on Monday, March 23, 2020. Cherished daughter of the late Salvatore and Concetta (Bellisimo) Intagliata. Beloved wife of the late Giovanni Romeo. Loving mother of Maurizio Romeo and Ferruccio Romeo and his wife Joanne. Caring sister Read More…
Thank You from the Family of Giovanna “Jeanie” Lanza
The family of the late Giovanna “Jeanie” Lanza, wish to express their deep appreciation to the countless family, friends, colleagues and government officials who have offered such kind support and messages of sympathy and compassion in our time of need. We want to thank those of you that we were unable to greet in person, due Read More…
Sharing District One Restaurants Offering Senior Discounts
District One City Councilor Lydia Edwards’ office is compiling a list to help connect restaurants and seniors during the coronavirus pandemic. If you are a restaurant in the North End, East Boston, or Charlestown offering discounted delivery for seniors, please complete this form to have your information shared on Councilor Edwards’ social media pages and Read More…
Columbus Park Playground Closed Until Further Notice
The Boston Parks and Recreation Department have announced the temporary closure of all tot lots and playgrounds. This includes Columbus Park playground in the North End/Waterfront. Parks remain open at this time and maintenance and operational functions continue uninterrupted. Enjoy the park with your family tossing frisbees, throwing balls, getting the kids to run races Read More…
Tresca Offering Special Take Out Menu
Tresca To Go MenuTo Order Call 617-742-8240 from 4 – 8pm, Nightly From Chef Rich Ansara: I sympathize with all that is going on with everyone. But especially with my industry brothers and sisters. It’s a very scary time for all of us. We like many of our industry family have decided to try our hand Read More…
Councilor Edwards Shares COVID-19 Updates
District One City Councilor Lydia Edwards, representing the North End, East Boston and Charlestown, shares COVID-19 resources in her latest newsletter. Friends, COVID-19 is a global health emergency. We have some confirmed cases in Boston and need to so make sure we are doing everything to slow the spread. This virus will impact our most vulnerable Read More…
Grocery / Errand Offer for Elderly in North End During COVID-19
I am a North End resident and I am looking to see how I can give back to the elderly community during this time of crisis. I’m a healthy 27 year old female and know that there may be several elderly folks in our neighborhood that may not feel safe going grocery shopping or running Read More…
Save the Date: Under the Strawberry Moon June 25
Join the Armenian Heritage Park on The Greenway for an evening under the Strawberry Moon on Thursday, June 25 at 8:30 p.m. Guests will have the opportunity for a meet & greet, to walk the labyrinth, and to tie a ribbon on the wishing tree. Enjoy luscious chocolate dipped strawberries, hosted by Vicki Lee’s, and Read More…