So last Tuesday, I go to vote in the city council preliminary election. I think I’m pretty smart, but not smart enough I guess. There was no election—at least in my precinct. My district city councilor had no opposition. There were not enough candidates running at-large to hold a preliminary election anywhere. “For an at-large Read More…
The following commentary is by Boston City Councilors Bill Linehan and Frank Baker regarding a proposed home rule petition to fund addiction recovery through an alcohol tax in the city of Boston. The effects of substance abuse in Boston are eroding the foundations of our neighborhoods. The results of this epidemic burden our public safety Read More…
Boston’s Inauguration Day brought many activities with Mayor Marty Walsh, including his first official address to Boston’s City Council. For the North End, Charlestown and East Boston, City Councilor Salvatore LaMattina started his 7th year representing District 1 on the City Council. It was generally a celebratory mood at City Hall, although there was some Read More…
In this series, NorthEndWaterfront.com profiles each of the three candidates running to be District 1 City Councilor. (See Incumbent Sal LaMattina Faces Two Challengers in Upcoming Election for District 1 City Councilor.) District 1 includes the North End, Charlestown and East Boston. All three candidates reside in East Boston. Each candidate was asked the same five Read More…
In this series, NorthEndWaterfront.com profiles each of the three candidates running to be District 1 City Councilor. (See Incumbent Sal LaMattina Faces Two Challengers in Upcoming Election for District 1 City Councilor) District 1 includes the North End, Charlestown and East Boston. All three candidates reside in East Boston. Each candidate was asked the same Read More…
In this series, NorthEndWaterfront.com profiles each of the three candidates running to be District 1 City Councilor. (See Incumbent Sal LaMattina Faces Two Challengers in Upcoming Election for District 1 City Councilor.) District 1 includes the North End, Charlestown and East Boston. All three candidates reside in East Boston. Each candidate was asked the same Read More…
City Council Candidate for District 1 John Ribeiro Jr. makes a visit to the Villa Michelangelo Adult Center in North End on Charter Street. He is pictured with the lovely ladies of the Adult Center where he explained how his Family Court Program will address elderly and grandchildren issues. For more information, see www.johnribeiroforcitycoucil.com.
Dozens of neighborhood residents enjoyed the annual summer social gathering organized by the North End / Waterfront Residents’ Association (NEWRA). With the high profile mayoral and city council elections coming up, many candidates and elected officials were also in attendance. The event was held at the Pilot House, Lewis Wharf on Wednesday, August 20, 2013. Read More…
State Representative Aaron Michlewitz and North End political maven, Jason Aluia, held a fundraiser to support City Councilor At-Large candidate, Philip Frattaroli. Hosting the Monday night event was Paul D’Amore, owner of Massimo’s on Endicott Street. The food was excellent and the political conversation lively. After a few remarks, the candidate was off to a Read More…
News from the campaign of Philip Frattaroli for City Councilor At-Large: Philip Frattaroli takes the Lead in Campaign Fundraising for the month of July Philip Frattaroli, Boston City Councilor At-Large Candidate, enters August with high momentum In July, Philip Frattaroli led the pack of candidates running for Boston City Council At-Large, receiving $21,175 in campaign Read More…
City Councilor At-Large candidate, Philip Frattaroli, held a campaign fundraiser on Tuesday evening at Lucia Ristorante on Hanover Street in Boston’s North End. While the candidate has been canvassing all the neighborhoods in Boston, this is home turf for Philip Frattaroli. Lucia is owned and operated by Donato Frattaroli, Philip’s uncle, and was the first Read More…
This news release and photos are courtesy of the Michelle Wu campaign regarding the City Councilor At-Large candidate’s visit this week to the North Bennet Street School construction site in the North End. Former North End resident Michelle Wu, Candidate for Boston City Council At-Large, visited thirteen neighborhoods in Boston yesterday, Monday, August 5th, as Read More…