Walkers on Commercial Street encountered this hungry skunk as it strolled the bocce courts, sidewalks and gutters on both sides of Commercial Street during the mid-morning. No odors have been detected so evasive action was able to be taken by critter and humans, alike. Photos by Brendan O’Brien.
To all dog guardians in the neighborhood, RUFF would like to remind you that even with all the snow, it is still important to clean up after your dogs. People have been noticing above average amounts of dog mess in the parks and we would like to remind folks how important it is to clean up.
A pilot dog park was presented this week to the North End / Waterfront Neighborhood Council (NEWNC) by Amy Hand and Leslie Horn from the local dog owners group, RUFF (Responsible Urbanites for Fido). RUFF is working with the Mayor’s Office of Neighborhood Services and funding from the Stanton Foundation to start the 3 month pilot in Read More…
This Thursday October 30th on the eve of Halloween, RUFF will be hosting their annual Doggie Trick-or Treat at Richmond Street dog run. Starting at 6:00pm, Chat with local dog owners and enjoy treats for dogs and owners alike as the doggie trick-or-treating will go through the North End and will follow with neighbors celebrating Read More…
Freeway invites all dogs to stop by the Post Gazette at 5 Prince Street for a Halloween treat on Thursday, October 30th or Friday, October 31st. See the details below.
Italians, who know their history, are aware elephants and the Roman Empire don’t mix. However, this morning, Boston’s Little Italy welcomed 4 Asian elephants on Hanover Street. The peaceful ambassadors were representing the RINGLING BROS. AND BARNUM & BAILEY® circus and were greeted with traditional North End hospitality. Traffic was stopped and a police escort Read More…
North End RUFF, Responsible Urbanites for Fido, held their monthly meeting to provide information regarding a pilot program for a dog park in the flights of, “the Gassy” officially known as, DeFilippo Park. All of those in attendance at the Nazzaro Center were paying full attention to the plans for the pilot program that will run through April, May and Read More…
The following is an invitation letter from Responsible Urbanites for Fido (RUFF) inviting community feedback from neighborhood residents at their next meeting at the Nazzaro Center on October 14th at 7pm. Hoping to address the growing need for an off-leash, safe and legal place for residents to bring their dogs, the City of Boston and RUFF Read More…
Old North Church and RUFF (Responsible Urbanites for Fido) hosted Sunday’s annual Blessing of the Animals ceremony bringing all sorts of pets and humans to the Prado in Boston’s North End. The service commemorates the life of St. Francis of Assisi, the patron saint of animals. Rev. Steve Ayers and Rev. Ellie Terry of the Old North Church, gave readings Read More…
BLESSING OF THE ANIMALS @ OLD NORTH CHURCH As stories go, St. Francis of Assisi could communicate with animals. There are legends of Francis preaching to doves and crows. Stories of his rescuing a wild rabbit caught in a trap, ending with the rabbit following him for days and constantly hopping on his lap in Read More…
John from Prince Postale shares the good news about Prince, the black cat who went missing. Prince is home and doing well. I want to thank everyone who came by the shop to express concern, offer help and tell me a story of their interactions with Prince. It is over 2 weeks since his disappearance. Read More…
Animal Care and Control Interim Director, John Meany, spoke in the neighborhood this week to address resident concerns about enforcement of dog policies in the North End / Waterfront. Meany spoke how the unit’s policies have changed toward a more progressive approach in caring for animals. The meeting took place on September 11, 2014 at Read More…