The Gilardi Group of Gibson Sotheby’s recently donated 85 pizzas to the North End Waterfront (NEW) Health centers in the North End and Charlestown. Toni Gilardi of the Gilardi Group / Gibson Sotheby’s Realty said, “My team and I are so happy to help spread a little joy to our neighborhood healthcare workers.” The pizzas came Read More…
Each year, Marathon Daffodils lines the 26.2 mile Boston Marathon route, as well as Boston’s neighborhood parks, with bright yellow daffodils on Marathon Monday to honor those who lost their lives in the Marathon bombings of April 15, 2013. With the Marathon being postponed this year due to COVID-19, Marathon Daffodils distributed flowers to Boston area Read More…
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…
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…
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…
Construction of Long Wharf began around 1710. As originally built, the wharf extended from the shoreline adjacent to Faneuil Hall and was one-third of a mile long, thrusting considerably farther than other wharves into deep water and thus allowing larger ships to tie up and unload directly to new warehouses and stores. Photo and story Read More…
Another sign of spring in the neighborhood, the rabbits have returned along the wharves! This weekend a few of our smaller furry friends were seen hopping about in the North End. “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 Read More…