A new Wireless Distributed Antenna System Network is using city-owned street light poles and traffic signal posts to enhance wireless phone and data usage in Boston neighborhoods. The service, installed by Extenet Systems and used by Verizon and other wireless carriers, offers better wireless service in exchange for a futuristic look and the reduced sidewalk Read More…
Over the summer, Boston celebrates Open Newbury Street, three car-free Sundays with games and food from local businesses. Earlier this month, Canal Street hosted “Open Canal Street”, a day when the street was closed to cars and turned into a family-friendly space with games, music, entertainment and tables providing information about local businesses. The pedestrianization Read More…
Short-term rentals such as AirBnB, HomeAway, and Vacation Rentals By Owner (VRBO) have been a controversial topic in the North End / Waterfront for quite some time. North End / Waterfront neighborhood groups have been increasingly confronted with zoning variances that often support the creation of new units, potentially designed to be for short-term use, Read More…
The final draft report of the North Station Area Mobility Action Plan has been released with projects broken into short-term and long-term action items and prioritized based on public responses. Choose up to 3 priorities in the poll below and share your thoughts in the comments. Note: Web polls are not scientific, representing only those Read More…
The Fourth of July is an exciting time in Boston with many local North End traditions as well as city-wide activities. Which event is at the top of your holiday weekend to-do list? Note: Web polls are not scientific, representing only those readers who choose to vote. Know of other local events readers might like Read More…