As a thank you to neighbors, St. Anthony’s Club hosts a free barbecue on Endicott Street before the crowds arrive for the “Feast of All Feasts.” The Wednesday night gathering is a time for residents to catch up and prepare for the big feast. Shown above are the team of society cooks that helped feed over Read More…
Emilio “Emil” Bevilacqua August 17, 2016 Two years, too long. We miss you everyday, love you always.
Daniel O’Connor of Boston Bottle at 372 Commercial Street was recently presented with the Good Neighbor Recognition Award for his efforts in keeping the North End neighborhood clean. The award was presented by Recognition Committee Chair Janet Gilardi on behalf of the North End / Waterfront Residents’ Association (NEWRA). Daniel said, I’ve been living in the North End for over Read More…
On Friday, August 10, the North End Rehabilitation & Healthcare Center donated lunch to the North End Seniors. The seniors enjoyed a meal of fresh garden salad, pasta primavera, and cookies and brownies for dessert. Many thanks to Sami Almadi, and his team, including Ed and Rebecca, who hosted the afternoon. We are so appreciative for Read More…
The Friends of Christopher Columbus Park (FOCCP) threw a surprise 89th birthday party for Joan Murphy at the park complete with friends, cake and well wishes. At the party, the FOCCP presented Joan with a certificate thanking her for all her hard work. Joan began volunteering in Christopher Columbus Park after several years of tending a Read More…
Conti, Frances, 88, of Hamilton, NY and part-time of Boston’s North End, formerly of Long Island, NY on July 16, 2018. Predeceased by her beloved husband John V. Conti. Devoted mother of son Matthew Conti of Boston’s North End, daughter Regina Conti of Hamilton, NY and son-in-law William Porta of Hamilton, NY. Attentive grandmother to Read More…
A baby just loved the North End so much, it couldn’t wait to get out of the womb! A woman gave birth on the Prince Street sidewalk yesterday in the early morning hours. The location is close to Hanover Street across from Assagio Restaurant and the St. Leonard Church Peace Garden. Curious onlookers wondered whether Read More…
Ralph “Hawk” D’Elia, of Medford, and formerly of Boston’s North End, passed away peacefully, surrounded by his loving family on Thursday, July 5th at the Kaplan Family Hospice House in Danvers. He was 76. Born in Boston, Hawk attended local schools and graduated from high school in 1960. Hawk had a fulfilling career with the Read More…
The ABCD North End/West End Neighborhood Service Center (NE/WE NSC) chose a sunny warm Friday to celebrate Father’s Day and the roles that the dads we know – be those parents, grandparents, brothers, uncles, sons, or friends – play in our lives. Edmond Cormier from the North End Rehabilitation and Health Care Center organized a Read More…
Eliot School Asst. Principal Lydia Torres is retiring after 40 years with Boston Public Schools. Students, faculty and staff recognized Ms. Torres as part of their End of Year Celebration Assembly at Faneuil Hall to wish her the very best in retirement. Principal Traci Walker Griffith said, “Lydia has inspired, encouraged and motivated so many Read More…
Seniors at the ABCD North End/West End Neighborhood Service Center (NE/WE NSC) enjoyed a gorgeous, fun and sun-filled day out at Rockport on May 30th. Nearly four dozen seniors and students from the center’s English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) program participated, accompanied by NE/WE NSC staff and volunteers. For many of the ESOL students, Read More…
The West End Museum is proud to announce its 2018-2019 Board of Directors. Two new members, Paul R. Senecal and Michael J. Gropman, join those re-elected to serve, including Board President Joe McDonald. In today’s ever-changing West End, the Board remains as committed as ever to the mission of collecting, preserving, and interpreting the history Read More…