Things to know for Wednesday Today is Wednesday, June 27th and here’s why you won’t want to miss Boston Harborfest 2018 – kicking off tomorrow in Faneuil Hall. Here’s what else you need to know for today… 10:30AM Celebrating What Unites Us! at the Armenian Heritage Park. This monthly collaborative series celebrates the immigrant experience, builds community and cross-cultural Read More…
“The Last Little Italy” is a new video opposing the proposed Starbucks store at the gateway to Boston’s North End, located on the corner of Hanover and Cross Streets. The video was created by Rocco Capano and features many of the North End caffes and business owners. The group has been active on Facebook and Read More…
If you care about all the small, independently owned cafes, delis, pastry shops, and if you care about keeping our neighborhood authentic, YOU MUST ATTEND this public meeting. Come and support The North End Boston Please like this Facebook page and share this post. STOP STARBUCKS Abutters Meeting, Thurs. June 28, 2018, 6pm Nazzaro Center, Read More…
A new retail development project by Charter Realty is seeking permits to bring a Starbucks Coffee shop to 198 Hanover Street, known as the “Gateway to the North End.” Located at the corner of Cross Street, the site is across from the Rose Kennedy Greenway and currently occupied by Citizens Bank at the old Martignetti’s Liquors site. The arrival of the Read More…
Update on Mon. 12/23/13: Two suspects have been arrested by Boston Police. Read more. We started to get reports on Saturday about a string of convenience store robberies. On Sunday, Boston Police issued a Community Alert with a list of multiple robberies at convenience stores and coffee shops in the North End / Waterfront and Read More…
As it is prone to do, Starbucks is multiplying. A new store is proposed at 30 Rowes Wharf, adjacent to the famous arch, including a seasonal patio. The company has applied for a Common Victualler License from the Boston Licensing Board with hours of operation of 5:00 am to Midnight (see below). The outdoor patio Read More…
All are welcome to a Candlelight Vigil for the victims of the school shooting in Newtown, Conn. at 6:00 pm on Saturday, January 5, 2013 in the North End at the Nazzaro Community Center, 30 N. Bennet Street. Coordinated by North End Against Drugs (NEAD), the vigil will include many community groups and participants. The Read More…
The coffee hour with State Rep. Aaron Michlewitz, originally scheduled for tomorrow, June 5th, 2 Atlantic Ave, has been postponed to Thursday June 21, 2012 from 4pm-6pm at Starbucks, 2 Atlantic Ave. The Rep’s office explains that the health care cost containment debate is now expected to run into tomorrow evening. News from the Office Read More…
What a terrific response to the first set of “persuasive writings” by the 3rd graders at the North End’s Eliot School! Below, we scan and post three more. The kids visited Pizzeria Regina, Mike’s Pastry and Starbucks and wrote reviews of their experiences. (Click thumbnails to enlarge.)
Can you be convinced by a third grader? You might be surprised. We recently receive a set a student reviews from Ms. McPartlin’s third grade “Persuasive Writing” project at the North End’s Eliot School. The kids visited Pizzeria Regina, Mike’s Pastry and Starbucks and wrote reviews of their experiences. Our friend, Becca, brought this to Read More…
A warning to North End / Waterfront caffeine addicts: Starbucks at 2 Atlantic Avenue is closing from September 13 – 23, reopening on Friday, September 24th. The store is planning a major remodeling. Besides Anthony’s on the Waterfront across the street, there is no shortage of coffee shops in the immediate area.