The Globe’s Andrew Ryan recaps recent North End/Waterfront neighborhood meetings regarding the segway tour operator, Boston Gliders, and their pending C.V. license (food and non-alcoholic beverages) for 75 Commercial Street. “Unhappy residents accuse the company of hogging pedestrian space and using sidewalks on Commercial Street and the nearby Rose Fitzgerald Kennedy Greenway to teach the Read More…
Catch The Ultimate Wave Tahiti 3D! Bring the kids, head south to this tropical paradise only at the Simons IMAX Theatre. Sea turtles, surfers and sunshine – there’s something for everyone in this family-friendly 3D adventure! Swim with sea turtles, humpback whales, sharks and schools of fish in the captivating coastal reefs of Tahiti. Watch Read More…
Freedom Trail Dear sons and daughters of liberty, There is much news on the Freedom Trail! More people than ever before got to experience history come to life, not only on the Trail, but through our school visit program as well! But while we are reaching more people than ever before with our tried-and-true programs, Read More…
Here are the highlights from the February 12th North End/Waterfront Residents’ Association (NEWRA) meeting. State Representative Aaron Michlewitz announced that Governor Patrick signed the Green Ticket Bill into law. This issue was the subject of his maiden speech in the State House of Representatives. NEWRA’s Clean Streets committee, along with Councilor Sal LaMattina, strongly supported Read More…
Apply NOW for ABCD Summer Jobs!
Teenagers, Older Youths Urged to Apply at ABCD Neighborhood Sites
Teenagers and young people up to age 24 are urged to apply now for the
ABCD SummerWorks program. This year Action for Boston Community
Development (ABCD) will provide summer jobs for young people ages 14
to 24.
Last year 5,000 youths applied for the 2,100 summer jobs funded
through ABCD.
Applications for the 2010 ABCD SummerWorks jobs program for youngsters
from low-income families are now available at local neighborhood
sites. Those interested can call 617-348-6548 or log onto
www.bostonabcd.org for information on the ABCD neighborhood center
where they should apply.
Mayor Menino Announces Registration for Summer Jobs Program through
the Hopeline Participants will serve at over 300 worksites ranging
from city departments to faith based organizations in Boston
Today, Mayor Thomas M. Menino and the Boston Youth Fund today
announced the launch of the Hopeline registration for 2010. For more
than 20 years, the Boston Youth Fund (BYF) has employed Boston youth
in a variety of positions across the City of Boston.
With more than 30,000 animals to meet, the Aquarium is a great place to visit during school vacation. Make your experience a splashing success with these simple tips! Plan ahead and purchase your tickets in advance. Avoid crowds, come before 10:30 am or after 3:00 pm. Get express entry and discounts by becoming a member! Read More…
In a vote of 9-1, the North End/Waterfront Neighborhood Council (NEWNC) opposed the common victualler (C. V.) license for Segway Tours, also known as Boston Gliders, at 75 Commercial Street. At the February 8th meeting, owner Allan Danley presented his plan to serve coffee, water and non-alcoholic beverages to his clients before and after their Read More…
Great activities during school vacation week at the Paul Revere House in North Square: Fun and Games in the 1700’s Wednesday, Feb. 17, and Friday, Feb. 19, 2010 10:30 – 12:00 In colonial Boston did men, women, and children work from sunrise to sunset? The answer is a resounding NO! During a tour of the Read More…
Boston’s Licensing Board heard two applications this week, including C.V. licenses (food/non-alcoholic beverages) for Nick’s Famous Deli on 66 Cross Street and Segway Tours (Boston Gliders) on 75 Commercial Street. Nick’s Famous Deli (66 Cross Street, the former Martignetti’s Liquors site) – Although the initial application indicated closing hours up to 2:00 am (with 4:00 Read More…
This is the fourth and last in a series of articles from an interview with District 1 City Councilor Salvatore LaMattina following his recent inauguration. Councilor LaMattina is beginning his second full term representing the North End/Waterfront neighborhood as well as East Boston, Charlestown and parts of Beacon Hill & Downtown. Click here to read Read More…
Boston Gliders at 73 Commercial St. has applied for a 7-day, C.V. license (food, non-alcoholic drinks). The licensing hearing is scheduled for Wednesday, January 27 at 10:00 am in City Hall Room 809A (see details below). Boston Gliders is the Segway Adventures & Rentals store that does segway tours through Boston. Their website is: www.bostongliders.com. Read More…