The North End/Waterfront Residents’ Association (NEWRA) nominated Kirsten Hoffman as the NEWRA’s representative to Greenway Conservancy Board replacing Robyn Reed who completed her six-year term on the Board. “The interrelationship of the historic North End and the Greenway is vital to both, particularly as we see more development,” said Hoffman in a letter handed out Read More…
After twenty-two years of celebrating mass at the Old North Church in Boston’s North End, Vicar Rev. Stephen Ayres has retired from his position as Vicar of Old North Church as well as Executive Director of the Old North Foundation. Rev. Ayres preached his final sermon at Old North on Sunday, December 22, with Bishop Read More…
After more than four years as the face of the Mayor’s office in the North End and West End community, Maria Lanza has announced her resignation from her liaison post with the Mayor’s Office of Neighborhood Services. Lanza has accepted a position in the private sector with a local construction management firm. In a note Read More…
Boston’s North End has a new pastor, Father Michael DellaPenna, OFM, who recently arrived at Saint Leonard of Port Maurice Parish at the beginning of 2020. Fr. Michael was born and raised in the neighborhood before answering the call as a Franciscan Friar and spending over twenty years as a missionary in Guatemala. NorthEndWaterfront.com featured Read More…
The Eliot School Governing Board recently celebrated and thanked Chair Israel Ruiz for over 10 years of service and commitment to the Eliot School and its growth and expansion. “Thank you, Israel, for the most amazing ten years leading the growth of the best school in Boston! We are truly grateful for your energy, commitment and belief in urban Read More…
The Rose Kennedy Greenway Conservancy has announced new leadership of its volunteer Board of Directors, as well as the election of one new member. The Conservancy is the non-profit responsible for the management and care of The Greenway. The new leadership positions are as follows: Chair of the Board: Doug Husid, Director at Goulston & Read More…
Vincenza “Vi” Raspa, age 106, of Boston’s North End passed away on December 15, 2019, one month shy of her 107th birthday. Beloved daughter of the late Antonio and Clementina (Celia) Raspa. Loving sister of the late Nicholas Raspa and Anna Arcaro and her husband Paschel. Also survived by loving godchildren, cousins, and friends. Visitation will be on Read More…
To all the Menard families, We extend our sympathy and send our deepest regrets on the deathof the Worchester hero fireman, Lt. Jason Menard. He surely acted in the most exemplarymanner. Being a fireman means being constantly on the line and the firealarm you hear could be the last. We are sure that Jason is Read More…
In Loving Member of Frank J. RomanoOne Year Anniversary: November 15, 2018 – November 15, 2019 It is hard to believe a year has gone by. It seems like yesterday you were still here with us making us smile, telling us stories and sharing your love and joy with all of us. We know you are Read More…
Owners Jeff and Lisa Cirace of V. Cirace and Son, Inc. were recently recognized by the North End/West End ABCD Neighborhood Service Center (NSC) for their generosity and outstanding support of the Buona Sera: An Evening with Friends annual fundraiser. Lisa and Jeff provide wonderful wine and also donated an overflowing gift basket. The shop, located Read More…
The 2019-2020 Mayor’s Youth Council (MYC), comprised of 85 high schoolers who will work to improve Boston’s communities and empower other young people, was sworn in last week by Mayor Walsh and the Department of Youth Engagement and Employment. Among those sworn in was North Ender Olivia Ardito, who will be one of 16 youth Read More…
The Horticulture Committee of the Friends of Christopher Columbus Park (FOCCP) has received the November 2019 Good Neighbor Award. These volunteers meet every Sunday and Wednesday mornings bright and early to work for a couple of hours helping to beautify the Christopher Columbus Park on Boston’s waterfront. Recognition Chair Janet Gilardi says about the group, Read More…