North Ender, Pfc. Rick Scimeca, talks to a military reporter about what it is like to be serving his country in Afghanistan on Veterans Day.
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Obituary: Anna R. Chirichiello of the North End
CHIRICHIELLO, Anna R. (Poupolo) 84, of Boston’s North End, on Nov. 7, 2011. Daughter of Angelo Poupolo & Domenica (Bucci). Beloved wife of the late Rocco J. Chirichiello. Loving mother of John Chirichiello & the late Carol Settipane-Curran. Grandmother of John Settipane & Paula Palmer, and Great-Grandmother of John, James & Alessandra. She also leaves Read More…
Obituary: Rosario George Coppola of the North End
COPPOLA Rosario George “Georgie Hats” of the North End of Boston, November 2, 2011. Beloved husband of the late Louise (LuLu Manganiello) Coppola and loving father of Charles Coppola of Weymouth, Ann and her husband Emil Bevilacqua, Barbara and her husband James D’Ambrosio and Anthony and his wife Candy Coppola all of Boston. Also survived Read More…
Obituary: Josephine Ciampa of the North End
CIAMPA, Josephine of Boston, on Oct. 31. Life time resident of the North End. Daughter of Guiseppi & Maria Ciampa. Sister of deceased siblings: John, Dominic, Raphael, Michael, Angelo, Teresa Lena, and Evelyn. Survived by many loving nieces, nephews, & devoted neighbors. Memorial Mass @ St. Leonard’s Church, 11a.m, Sat., November 5, 2011. In lieu Read More…
NEAD Announces 2011 Community Service Award Winners
North End Against Drugs announced the list of NEAD COMMUNITY SERVICE AWARDS WINNERS FOR 2011: 2011 Robert Decristoforo President’s Award: Matt Conti 2011 Barbara Decristoforo Senior Award: Lillian Ferullo & Mary Anne Tordiglione 2011 Emily Pugliano Public Service Award: Nicole Leo 2011 John Dexter Award Unsung Hero Award: Rebecca Griffin 2011 Uncle Fred Carangelo Organization Read More…
Obituary: Josephine A. (Pizzano) Hardin of the North End
HARDIN, Josephine A. (Pizzano) 85, Lifelong resident of Boston’s North End, on Wednesday, October 26, 2011. Beloved daughter of the late Angelina (Bravacco) and Domenic Pizzano. Cherished mother of Yolanda Hardin of Boston, Lillie Kunkel and her husband Brad of Key Largo, Florida, and the late James Hardin. Loving grandmother of Dannielle Wright of Atlanta, Read More…
Obituary: Lena M. Assenza of the North End
ASSENZA Lena M. Lifelong resident of Boston’s North End on October 25, 2011. Beloved daughter of the late Vincenza (Giusta) and Gaetano Assenzo. Loving sister of Jennie Ruotolo of Chelsea and the late Anna Sinagra, Joseph and Jimmy Assenzo, Camille Renzulli and Mary Riley. Cherished aunt of Anthony and Nancy Sinagra, Janice Polacco, Dennis Assenzo, Read More…
Stanley Cup Photo Opportunity Brings Out North End Fans at Nazzaro Community Center
Lord Stanley posed with all his North End fans at the Nazzaro Community Center. TheStanley Cup came to the neighborhood for a photo opportunity, courtesy the 2011 Champion Boston Bruins and TD Garden. Special thanks to Joyce Papa Amoroso, Event Operations at TD Garden and Carl Ameno for hosting the event. Official photos will be Read More…
Armenian Heritage Foundation Sponsors Human Rights Lecture With Paul Rusesabagina
Internationally recognized human rights activist Paul Rusesabagina (left) being greeted by Langham Hotel’s Managing Director, Serge Denis. (Photo courtesy of the Langham Hotel.) The Armenian Heritage Foundation hosted its annual lecture last night on human rights at Faneuil Hall, featuring international humanitarian Paul Rusesabagina. Paul is perhaps best known as the real life hero of Read More…
Obituary: Ignazio “Jerry” Catania of the North End
Ignazio “Jerry” Catania, age 94, of Boston’s North End, passed away peacefully in his home on October 12, 2011. He was the beloved husband of the late Catherine (Mirabella) Catania. He is survived by many loving nieces and nephews, including Nicholas Catania, Richard Catania, Patricia Smith and Nicholas Catania, Jr.. Funeral services will be held Read More…
Obituary: Phyllis DeNictolis of the North End
DeNICTOLIS, Phyllis 62, of Boston’s North End on Wednesday, October 11, 2011. She leaves her loving son Vincent DeNictolis and his father Michael DeNictolis, her sister Diane Volch, Aunt Rose Tricca, Uncle Ralph Mercogliano & his wife Janice, many loving nieces and nephews, dear friend, Anthony Gambale, as well as Grand-Dog “Reggie.” She was predeceased Read More…
NEWRA Elects Officers at Annual Meeting; Stephanie Hogue Re-Elected President
The North End / Waterfront Residents’ Association (NEWRA) re-elected Henchman Street resident, Stephanie Hogue, for a second term as President of the organization at this week’s Annual Meeting held on October 13, 2011. Long-term NEWRA executive Victor Brogna is stepping down as Vice-President and the position is currently vacant. New to the executive ranks is Read More…