The Boston Planning and Development Agency (BPDA), alongside Massachusetts Department of Transportation and the Greenway Conservancy, held their fourth public meeting to present the preferred design choice for the Parcel 2 park – the Meadow. Based off feedback from the previous meeting as well as the BPDA’s online survey, officials were able to address the Read More…
The Boston Planning & Development Agency (BPDA), in partnership with the Massachusetts Department of Transportation and the Greenway Conservancy, invites community members to the fourth public meeting for the Parcel 2 Park Design process. The meeting will take place on Tuesday, November 19 from 6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. in the BPDA Board Room 900, Boston City Hall, Read More…
The war of words between the Greenway Conservancy and its former contractor, WORK Inc., has escalated into a formal complaint to the Massachusetts Commission Against Discrimination. WORK Inc. alleges the Conservancy “unlawfully severed its longstanding relationship “because of the nonprofit’s “association with and support of disabled persons and workers.” The Greenway Conservancy, itself a non-profit Read More…
The Boston Food Truck Festival attracted thousands of foodies to the Greenway on Saturday with over twenty of Boston’s top food trucks serving up a variety of delicious meals. Part of Greenway Week, the Boston Food Truck Festival also featured a beer garden, local artisan market, live music, and dance performances from Peter DiMuro. Local Read More…
The Boston Planning and Development Agency (BPDA) in partnership with MassDOT and the Greenway Conservancy presented their concept design options for Parcel 2 on Wednesday evening. Based on feedback from the second meeting, the project team presented three design ideas to the public. The goal of the meeting was to narrow down to one design Read More…
In celebration of the Rose Kennedy Greenway’s tenth anniversary, the Greenway Conservancy will host “Greenway Week” October 4 through October 10. One of the highlights of the week will be dance performances at the Rings Fountain. Choreographer Peter DiMuro and his company Public Displays of Motion will create a site-specific dance work, free and open Read More…
The third public meeting for the Parcel 2 park design process will take place on Wednesday, October 2 from 6 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. at Boston City Hall. The project team will present multiple design options based on feedback received from the second meeting. The goal of the meeting will be to narrow it down Read More…
Bob Somerville emphasizes the importance of green space in this photo from the Greenway at Cross Street. As the water fountains create a space of calm and serenity, the rush hour traffic builds on the Leonard P. Zakim Bridge. “Neighborhood Photo” is a regular feature on NorthEndWaterfront.com. Send in your photos using our Submit a Post form, via Read More…
The Boston Planning and Development Agency (BPDA), alongside MassDOT and the Greenway Conservancy, held an open house Monday evening to narrow down the Parcel 2 site’s programming options by requesting further input from community members. Participants were encouraged to visit different stations that discussed aspects of the park such as who they’d visit the park Read More…
Carnival of Dogs returned to the Greenway’s North End Park on Saturday, attracting dozens of furry friends to the festivities. Presented by TD Bank, vendors offered a variety of dog-friendly activities such as pet caricatures, a smooch pooch booth and photo contest, prizes, free treats, and bandanas. Responsible Urbanites for Fido (RUFF) assisted with community Read More…
The Boston Planning & Development Agency (BPDA) in partnership with the Massachusetts Department of Transportation (MassDOT) and the Greenway Conservancy has announced the second public meeting for the Parcel 2 Park Design process will take place on Monday, September 9. The project team will provide a recap of the August meeting along with a brief Read More…
Summer might feel like it’s winding down but free summer fitness is still in full swing around Boston! Whether you’re young or old, a beginner or an avid workout enthusiast, there’s sure to be a class that is perfect for you. With over a hundred different fitness classes offered across greater Boston, you can enjoy Read More…