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The USS Constitution shares their One Boston Day message of thanks for first responders, medical professionals, and delivery and grocery workers who are on the frontlines of the fight against COVID-19. The “thank you” message was written by the crew in wooden letters and signal flags. One Boston Day 2020 marks the seventh anniversary of Read More…
Tom Schiavoni spotted an Easter visitor in the North End this weekend! Look closely to see if you can find the bunny camouflaged among dried leaves to avoid detection by the red tail hawks flying above Copp‘s Hill. I wonder if this Easter guest knows there’s a special spot where he can park his VW Rabbit. Photos Read More…
The Post Gazette on Prince Street has decorated their front window for Easter! Joining in the North End social distancing egg hunt, the team colored pictures and put them on the window for children to find. Photo submitted by Marie. “Neighborhood Photo” is a regular feature on NorthEndWaterfront.com. Send in your photos using our Submit a Post Read More…
Check out our weekly social media highlights from residents and visitors in the area. To be featured, tag us @northend.waterfront on Instagram, @northendboston on Twitter, @northendwaterfront on Facebook. Use hashtags #northendboston or #bostonwaterfront. Signs of Easter Although Easter will not be the same this year with many businesses closed, and individuals following social distancing and stay-at-home measures due to COVID-19, the Read More…
Earlier this week the water between Lewis & Commercial wharves was, as Jon Campanelli describes it, “smooth as glass.” The summer boats have not yet returned and the waters are quiet as people stay at home during COVID-19. “Neighborhood Photo” is a regular feature on NorthEndWaterfront.com. Send in your photos using our Submit a Post form, via email Read More…
With North End Against Drugs (NEAD) unable to hold their Annual Easter Party this coming Saturday, John Romano dug out some photos of parties from years past. Below are a dozen photos from 2001, 2004, and 2007. Do you recognize the people in the photos? Some still volunteer with NEAD, and others were children then and Read More…
A pedestrian walks down Hanover Street past an empty Paul Revere Mall, possibly carrying take out from a local restaurant. Many neighborhood eateries are still offering take out and delivery during the COVID-19 emergency. See a list of open businesses and what services they are offering here. Photo by Lisa Armstrong. “Neighborhood Photo” is a regular Read More…
Dr. Joseph Mendola spotted his neighbor playing with her child out on their deck with numerous colorful toys. Asking if she minded if he took their photo, the woman agreed it was okay. Mendola writes, “It gave me a moment of pleasure to see a beautiful carefree child surrounded by color in the midst of Read More…
Chris Macera shares this view of the Leonard P. Zakim Memorial Bridge on a clear, sunny day encouraging everyone to “Get outside! But keep your social distance.” Jon Campanelli shared this photo from his quiet Monday morning stroll along the Surface Road. This castle-like building is the Flour & Grain Exchange building, completed back in Read More…
April showers are hopefully bringing some May flowers! Frankie Boyer spotted some flowers already blooming at the Armenian Heritage Park along the Greenway. “Neighborhood Photo” is a regular feature on NorthEndWaterfront.com. Send in your photos using our Submit a Post form, via email to info@northendwaterfront.com or tag @northend.waterfront on Instagram. Please include a caption or story telling us about your photo. See Read More…
Keeping with the theme of staying busy while staying home, here is a jigsaw picture puzzle of Faneuil Hall Marketplace midday with no people, incredible! This puzzle is 60 pieces (no rotating), enjoy! How to play: Move and drag the pieces around just like a regular jigsaw puzzle. When two pieces are connected, they will Read More…