The Tuesday afternoon snowstorm was forecast, arrived on time, caused a typical amount of havoc and for a bit, was actually pretty. Here are some local snow photos we found on the interweb. [View the story “North End / Waterfront Snow Photos” on Storify]
It was tough going on the icy Freedom Trail today. This family brought their own ponies as captured on Sunday afternoon by Robyn Reed at the North End’s Prado (Paul Revere Mall).
Ice skating under the Rowes Wharf arch opens on Saturday, December 14th from 1pm-4pm (complimentary and open to the public). More details and how it will work for the winter season in the news release from the Boston Harbor Hotel. The Boston Harbor Hotel Brings Ice Skating to the Waterfront A New Tradition Begins With Read More…
**Winter Weather Advisory** Mayor Menino Reminds Residents to be Mindful This Weekend, With Snow in the Forecast Mayor Menino is urging residents to be aware this weekend as the first potentially significant snow event of the season is on the horizon. “The City of Boston is preparing for winter weather, and we’re asking residents to Read More…
The City of Boston has rolled out its series of holiday programs including a small business shopping program, city-wide decorating contests and free holiday parking hours in business districts. There is also a Winter 2013 / 2014 Activity Guide with city-wide events through February. The Winter Activities Brochure 2013-14 An activity guide to tree lightings, performances and events Read More…
The weather forecasters were only off by about 10 inches as it kept snowing (and snowing). After trudging through the snow, sit back and see how pretty is all looks in these photos. There have been plenty of snow storm pictures this winter, so I added a bit of funky filtering to this gallery set. Read More…
Tweets about “#bostonsnow OR #nemo OR #bosnow” The City of Boston declared a snow emergency and parking ban effective at 12:00pm on Friday, February 8, 2013. Parking is prohibited from snow emergency streets. On streets other than major arteries, parking within 20 feet of an intersection or further than one foot from the curb is Read More…
The City of Boston has issued a preparation notice regarding the major snow storm expected to bring 1-2 feet of snow starting on Friday morning into Saturday. Mayor Menino Directs City Departments to Prepare for Major Winter Storm Commuters Urged to Pay Close Attention to Developments Over the Next 24 Hours Mayor Thomas M. Menino Read More…
A longtime NEWF reader asks about snow shoveling responsibilities in areas that are not in front of specific properties, nor in public parks or plazas. A perect example in the North End / Waterfront is the stretch on Atlantic Ave. between Lewis Wharf and the Sail Loft / Commercial Wharf. This had been nagging me, Read More…
This week’s picture puzzle features a snowy scene at the Gassy playground. I found this one a bit harder because a lot of the jigsaw puzzle pieces look the same. But, I know you’ll be able to get it!
With 244 total votes, the Greenway Winter Lights poll results decisively show a preference for lighted trees and structures, as well as winter gardens and ice sculptures. Perhaps just as telling, the disco balls received the lowest number of votes, even less than leaving it empty. Read more in Greenway “Winter Lights” Turns to Plight. Read More…
Many Bostonians at this time of year are tired of cold and darkness. I don’t share that affliction. I like winter’s atmosphere, albeit with a nice fire to keep me cozy. But because it is cold and dark we read, listen to the radio and watch television more than in the summer, and sometimes the Read More…