While a lot has changed in the North End over the past 41 years, one thing has stayed consistent for gentleman in Boston: the place to get a great upscale haircut. October 4, 2017 marks 41 years in business for The Gentleman’s Salon, a fixture of the North End community and a gathering place to socialize. Read More…
Philip’s Salon Cut-A-Thon was a huge success to raise money for the restoration of St. Leonard’s Church. The event held on September 24th offered customers $25 haircuts with raffles, food and beverages provided by local businesses. If you still want to donate, contact Maria, Doreen or Yentl at the salon! (617)-523-8356, 437 Hanover St. Boston, MA Read More…
In this fourth of a series of posts, we are highlighting specific resident questions from the recent District 1 City Council Candidates Forum hosted by the North End / Waterfront Neighborhood Council (NEWNC). The three candidates running to fill the seat being vacated by Sal LaMattina are Lydia Edwards, Margaret Farmer and Stephen Passacantilli. District 1 includes the North End, Read More…
Ensemble Lifestyle Boutique of Boston’s North End, announced they completed moving to a brand new, beautiful and much larger space at Baldwin Place. After being happily situated at 62 Salem St. since 2011 not far from our beloved Greenway, Ensemble has decided that a larger space is necessary to feature more of “what we love” Read More…
The Boston City Council rejected continuing a pilot program that allowed street sandwich board signs without a permit. In 2015, the Mayor’s office proposed, and the Council approved, a temporary ordinance allowing all free-standing sandwich boards on public sidewalks as long as access was still made for pedestrians. The Council voted on August 23, 2017 Read More…
Longtime neighborhood resident, Greg Thomajan and owner of Zareh in Boston, is retiring after 58 years. His men’s clothing store in Post Office Square was founded by his father and has been in operation since 1933. Greg reflected on his move in an interview with MR. “Our business has never been better and my health is great. Read More…
The new operator of the North End Nursing Home and Rehabilitation Center has yet to officially take over the facility at 70 Fulton Street, but is already reaching out to local groups, including the Fisherman’s Club that organizes the annual feast in honor of Madonna del Soccorso di Sciacca. Marquis officials said they are in Read More…
The $310 million dredging project is underway near where Mystic River & Chelsea Creek enter Boston Harbor. There is much interest in what history may surface as described in this 2014 Globe article. When completed this project will enable the new, larger Panamax-sized ships to use Boston Harbor.
On Thursday August 10, Joi Salon and Spa at 2 Atlantic Ave held their 4th Annual Joi of Summer fundraising event. For the second year in a row, North End Against Drugs (NEAD) was the recipient of the funds collected. There were great appetizers donated by The Living Room and an awesome raffle with prizes Read More…
Industry veteran Frank DePasquale unveils Amalfi Coast-inspired concept on Prince Street Frank DePasquale of powerhouse North End restaurant group DePasquale Ventures has acquired North End institution Assaggio which will re-open its doors on Friday, August 11th. While maintaining its original name, Assaggio’s fresh new taste and feel will transport diners to the Amalfi Coast by way Read More…
After 60 years in Boston’s North End, Eastern Bakers Supply Co. is moving out from its North Washington Street location to the suburbs. Food service equipment distributors once dominated the area and Eastern Bakers departure is the latest “sign of the times” on the rapidly gentrifying street. The third generation family-owned company has been in Read More…
A Boston contingent, many from the North End, gathered on Tuesday at the Italian Consulate to celebrate the 150 year old Italian story of olive oil maker Filippo Berio. Salov North America CEO Marco De Ceglie told the group about the legacy of Filippo Berio from Lucca, Italy. Its namesake founder, and subsequently the Fontana Read More…