At the May 2017 North End / Waterfront Residents’ Meeting, the A+J Art+Design Team showed new renderings of the public art to be placed in North Square. The sculptures will be erected throughout the North Square renovations beginning this Summer. Before the public art was discussed, future renovations to the square were shown. The project manager on Read More…
At the May 11th North End / Waterfront Residents’ Association meeting, East Boston resident Lydia Edwards, running for District 1 City Council, introduced herself and her platform to NEWRA members. Edwards is currently the Deputy Director for Housing Stability. Her page on The City of Boston’s website says, “As a Deputy Director within the Department of Read More…
Senator Joe Boncore spoke at the May 2017 NEWRA Meeting on a few topics. Here’s a guide for the video above. Jump to (09:15) to hear questions for the senator asked at the meeting. Criminal Justice Reform Crime has steadily decreased in Massachusetts since the 1970’s, however the amount of people being put in jail has increased. The senator noted Read More…
Last week’s North End / Waterfront Residents’ Association (NEWRA) meeting provided another chance for Melina DiPaola to gain support for the K.O. North End fitness center. The proposed fitness center will occupy one of the three spaces at 89 Salem Street where True Value Hardware was located. Not only has K.O. North End gained support Read More…
A discussion not on the agenda, but definitely a hot topic, erupted at the May 11th meeting of the North End / Waterfront Residents’ Association (NEWRA). North End waterfront condo associations, representing over a thousand residents, have signed on to a joint letter expressing their “deep concern” regarding City Hall’s “community engagement,” most recently regarding the handling of the North Read More…
The May 2017 meeting of the North End / Waterfront Residents’ Association (NEWRA) covered several community reports. A summary is shown below. Use the timeline to jump to different topics of interest. (00:00): Welcome – NEWRA President Mary McGee 16-18 Moon St. Construction – NEWRA is looking at and will report back North End Cycle Track – Condo Read More…
Things to know for Thursday Events for Thursday, May 11th 6:00pm A Night of Shakespeare with Doug Bowen-Flynn! Do you like Shakespeare, but sometimes wish you had a viewing guide? Want to understand the play better as you watch it, and to join fellow adults for a fun evening of catered snacks and Shakespearean insight? Tickets are $30 per person, Read More…
The North End / Waterfront Residents’ Association (NEWRA) will hold its monthly meeting on Thursday, May 11, 2017, 7:00 p.m. at the Nazzaro Community Center (30 N. Bennet Street). The full agenda is shown below.
State Representative Aaron Michlewitz (D-North End) visited the neighborhood groups during their April meetings to update constituents on his legislative priorities, as well as other local efforts. Rep. Michlewitz paid tribute to District 1 City Councilor Sal LaMattina for his service to the North End. The councilor has decided not to run for reelection in the September municipal election. “I am Read More…
WalkBoston‘s Brendan Kearney presented at the April 2017 meeting of the North End / Waterfront Residents’ Association (NEWRA) to discuss its walk-ability initiatives. WalkBoston is a non-profit that advocates for public and private infrastructure that creates connections, destinations, safety and comfort for walkers. Kearney highlighted the North End as a great example of a walking neighborhood with very Read More…
There were several announcements and committee reports at the April 13th meeting of the North End / Waterfront Residents’ Association (NEWRA). Zoning, Licensing & Construction Committee – Upcoming Applications An application for a roof deck at 57 Snow Hill Street has been deferred by proponents to allow for discussions with abutters. The Licensing Board hearing for Read More…
Thursday’s Briefing, you won’t want to miss: Thursday’s events (April 13th) 6:00pm Sicily Meets Jazz – Sissy Castrogiovanni 4tet. Sissy Castrogiovanni 4et, feat. Andrea Beneventano. A night of fine jazz, with special guest internationally acclaimed, Sicilian pianist, Andrea Beneventano. Buy tickets here. 7:00pm NEWRA Monthly Meeting – Nazzaro Center, 30 N. Bennet Street. View the agenda for Read More…