Photos & Videos

Neighborhood Photo: It’s Not Raining, It’s Just the Icicles

Some of the largest icicles ever seen in the North End are starting to fall. Watch out below! “Thank goodness this is in the back of the building and not the front,” says Janine Coppola who shares this photo. “So much melting, that it sounds like it’s raining out.”   “Neighborhood Photo” is a regular Read More…

Photos & Videos Transportation

Icicles, Buried Cars and Single File Sidewalks in North End [Photos]

It’s been a slow grind of recovery in the North End / Waterfront from this winter’s record snow. Dangers remain such as icicles from above and the slick sidewalks below, many of which are still single file only. It has been especially difficult for seniors and those physically challenged. Forget about getting around with a stroller or Read More…

Health & Environment Police & Fire Transportation

Falling Icicles Break Car Window on North Bennet Street

Falling icicles broke this car window Sunday afternoon on North Bennet Street, according to witnesses that saw the incident. The above freezing temperatures melted snow and ice on the North End’s buildings causing hazardous conditions on sidewalks and streets. The icicles reportedly fell from the North Bennet Street School building near the corner of Salem Read More…