The City of Boston filed a lawsuit this week against the State’s Gaming Commission to block the Wynn Resorts casino license and its $1.75 billion development in Everett. The action comes after negotiations broke down between the City and Wynn regarding mitigation payments to offset the impact of the planned resort casino. Read the full court complaint here. In its Read More…
In his first neighborhood trolley tour, Mayor Walsh continued the tradition with a stop in the North End on Friday night. Kids of all ages came out to see Santa and the lighting of the Prado tree on the Paul Revere Mall. Eliot School kids were out with banners and welcoming signs while NEMPAC carolers Read More…
St. John School’s Honor Choir, in partnership with NEMPAC, joined the Friends of Christopher Columbus Park, Mayor Marty Walsh, Miss Massachusetts and Santa Claus for the Annual Trellis Lighting Monday night. The students sang three songs for the overflowing crowd.
Kicking off the holiday season, the Friends of Christopher Columbus Park hosted its annual trellis lighting on Monday night. A tradition in its 13th year, the iconic trellis was set aglow with blue and white lights, funded entirely by the all-volunteer FOCCP group and its sponsors. The warm weather brought out hundreds to the park to enjoy the Read More…
“An Elegant Evening to Support the Gem of the North End and Waterfront” brought out hundreds on Friday night in support of the Friends of Christopher Columbus Park. To accommodate the tremendous growth of the non-profit group, FOCCP moved their annual gala fundraiser to a larger venue at the Boston Harbor Hotel. Neighbors and sponsors came out in Read More…
The following release on climate change preparedness includes this week’s announcements by Mayor Martin Walsh and Boston City Hall. On the two-year anniversary of Hurricane Sandy, Mayor Martin J. Walsh announced the City of Boston will be convening a regional summit to better prepare Greater Boston for the impacts of climate change. The announcement also marked Read More…
For five days during the Summer of 2017, over 50 Tall Ships from around the world will sail and dock in Boston Harbor, said Mayor Martin Walsh at a press conference on Thursday at Rowes Wharf. Boston will be the only U.S. stop for the ships in a visit organized by Sail Training International. Mayor Read More…
Kicking off the 2014 Fisherman’s Feast were Mayor Marty Walsh, Italian Consul General Guiseppe Pastorelli, City Councilor Sal LaMattina and the Santa Rosalia Society, celebrating their own 75th anniversary. From the Mayor’s Office of Photography, Isabel Leon captures these opening night portraits. (Click any image to enlarge into a full screen slideshow.) Also, check out Read More…
Opening night for the 100th Anniversary of Saint Agrippina’s Feast brought out a tremendous crowd of supporters to the North End, along with leaders from Mineo, Sicily and special guest, Boston Mayor Marty Walsh. Walsh made history by being the first Mayor to carry the saint. Also receiving honors at the Thursday night ceremony were Read More…
From its inception a few years ago, My Cousin’s Place was a regular stop for former Boston Mayor Thomas M. Menino. Thus, the folks at the Hanover Street coffee shop were thrilled to have current Mayor Marty Walsh stop in, shown below with Darlene D’Elia. Photo courtesy of My Cousin’s Place.
Here is a before and after photo update from City Hall on work recently completed in the North End by Public Works and the Parks Department. The images are courtesy of Stephen Passacantilli, Special Assistant to Mayor Martin Walsh. City Hall reminds residents to please make requests through the Mayor’s 24-hour hotline, 617-635-4500 or use Read More…
Mayor Marty Walsh, Councilor Sal LaMattina and Elderly Commissioner Emily Shea visited seniors at the North End’s Nazarro Center on Tuesday morning. The North End seniors spoke to the mayor about basic city services and their quality of life as elder residents. (Photos by Mayor’s Office Photo by Isabel Leon)