Daily Briefs

Tuesday’s Brief: Reception for Senator Joe Boncore, Bike Share Expansion, FOCCP Meeting

Things to know for Tuesday Today is Tuesday, April 10 and if you’ve been paying attention to the acres of parking lots on the waterfront that have become one of the hottest neighborhoods in the country, you might be interested to read more about how Boston’s startup ecosystem is redefining the city’s long-held corporate power Read More…

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Monday’s Brief: Dining Guide, North End Resident Saves Toddler’s Life, NEWNC Meeting

Things to know for Monday Today is Monday, April 9 and by the very slim chance you didn’t already know…the North End is one of Boston’s most iconic dining districts. Boston.com recently pulled together an essential guide to dining in the North End featuring where to find the best pizza, pasta, cannolis and more.  Here’s Read More…

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Boncore Running For Re-Election To State Senate, Not For District Attorney

After recent speculation that he would run for Suffolk County District Attorney, Joe Boncore has issued the following statement that he is not running for DA and will seek re-election in the State Senate. Today, State Senator Joseph Boncore (D-Winthrop), announced that he would seek re-election to the State Senate and not run for Suffolk County Read More…

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State Senator Joe Boncore Considering Run for District Attorney

It was just two years ago when State Senator Joe Boncore blasted on the local political scene in the special election to fill the seat vacated by Anthony Petruccelli representing the First Suffolk & Middlesex District (Boston’s North End / Waterfront, Beacon Hill, East Boston as well as Revere, Winthrop and parts of Cambridge). Now, Sen. Boncore is seriously considering running for the Read More…

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State Senator Joe Boncore Hosts Fundraiser in North End [Photos]

A “who’s who” of the local political scene came out to Boston’s North End on Wednesday night in support of State Senator Joe Boncore. The fundraiser at Battery Wharf drew a large crowd to the new ballroom venue on the waterfront. Nearly two years ago, Senator Boncore won a special election in the State Senate Read More…

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Thursday’s Brief: NEWRA Meeting, Inktober, Best Pizza in America

Things to know for Thursday Events for Thursday, October 12: 5:30pm City Council President Michelle Wu Meet & Greet at Crudo. Join the North End Friends of Michelle along with State Rep. Aaron Michlewitz, State Sen. Joe Boncore and City Councilor Sal LaMattina for a Neighborhood Meet & Greet with City Council President Michelle Wu on Read More…

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Tuesday’s Brief: Columbus Debate, North Square Groundbreaking, NEWNC / FOCCP Meetings

Things to know for Tuesday Events for Tuesday, October 10th: 5:30pm Reducing & Managing Stress: Walking the Labyrinth at Armenian Heritage Park. Learn new ways to reduce and manage stress, and enhance productivity and a unified work culture, while building community. 6:30pm FOCCP Meeting. The Friends of Christopher Columbus Park will be holding a meeting Read More…

Business Food & Drink

Bostonians Celebrate 150 Year Old “Italian Story” of Filippo Berio

A Boston contingent, many from the North End, gathered on Tuesday at the Italian Consulate to celebrate the 150 year old Italian story of olive oil maker Filippo Berio. Salov North America CEO Marco De Ceglie told the group about the legacy of Filippo Berio from Lucca, Italy. Its namesake founder, and subsequently the Fontana Read More…

Government Health & Environment

North End/Waterfront Health Center Funding in the State Budget

State Representative Aaron Michlewitz and Senator Joe Boncore joined their colleagues in the Massachusetts Legislature in approving the state’s $40.2 billion budget. Among the many spending priorities highlighted in the budget, local initiatives were prioritized, including the North End/Waterfront Health Center, which received $125,000 to assist in its ongoing efforts to combat substance abuse. “The Read More…

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Thursday’s Briefing: Cross Street Renderings, Polcari Park BBQ, D2 Endorsements

What you should know for Thursday! Events for Thursday, June 29th: 10:45am Mah Johgg at North End Library. Friends of the North End Library invite you to join in on their weekly Mah Jongg game at the library, 25 Parmenter Street, beginners always welcome – just show up. 12:00pm Community BBQ at Polcari Park. The Boston Harborside Read More…

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State Senator Joe Boncore Endorses Lydia Edwards for District 1 City Council Seat

State Senator Joe Boncore endorsed Lydia Edwards on Tuesday for the District 1 City Council to represent East Boston, the North End, and Charlestown in the seat being vacated by Sal LaMattina. Boncore said the following in his endorsement, “With wholehearted enthusiasm, I endorse Lydia Edwards’ candidacy for Boston City Council, representing East Boston, the North Read More…