Under a bright and sunny day, at Puopolo Park thirty players (4 and 5-year-olds) began their Jr. RBI Baseball program hosted by the North End Athletic Association (NEAA). Sponsored by the Boston Red Sox Foundation each player received a Red…
Author: Phil Orlandella
Flamingo Restaurant Addresses Problems at Newra Meeting
Owners of the Flamingo Restaurant, 216 Commercial Street, formerly the Four Winds, were asked to attend the April 13 North End/Waterfront Residents’ Association (NEWRA) monthly meeting held at the Nazzaro Community Center to discuss the late night, early morning operations…
NEAA Baseball Opening Day April 29
A full day of baseball and many other activities including a BBQ will take place on opening day celebration of the 2023 North End Athletic Association (NEAA) season at Langone Park and Puopolo Park on Commercial Street. The day will…
In Brief
St. Leonard’s 150th Gala Many residents are working hard organizing the upcoming May St. Leonard’s Church Gala, a milestone Sesquicentennial that will be held at the New England Aquarium starting at 6 PM. For tickets visit www.saintleonard’schurchboston.org. FOCCP Membership Social May…
Seniors Celebrate Pasquetta at Neighborhood Center
A celebration of Pasquetta referred to as “Little Easter†took place at the North End/West End Neighborhood Service Center on Michelangelo Street with many older people attending the successful community activity while enjoying a good day at the Center. During…
FOCCP/North End Library Participating in One Boston Day
Local organizations are being asked by Boston Mayor Michele Wu to create events and experiences relating to the 10th anniversary of the Boston Marathon bombing. Friends of Christopher Columbus Park (FOCCP) has responded and will conduct a day of kindness…
In Brief
Noted Historian/Book Author at Library Sponsored by the Friends of the North End Library through funds generated by its continuing book sale from the shelves in the back section of the building, noted historian and best-selling book author, Stephen Puleo will…
Crypt Restoration Underway at Old North Church
In partnership with the National Park Services, the Old North Church and Historic Site, has embarked on a major restoration and preservation project on its Crypt which contains 37 tombs, which were used for burials from 1782 to 1860. Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â …
FOCCP Election of Officers Set for May 9
Friends Of Christopher Columbus Park (FOCCP) regular scheduled quarterly membership meeting will include the community group’s election of officers and two Directors-at-Large.              Officers’ positions include: President, Vice President, Treasurer and Clerk.              Details on the roles and responsibilities of…
NEWNC Supports Liquor License Transfer
 At its March monthly public meeting (Zoom) the North End/Waterfront Neighborhood Council (NEWNC) supported an application by LoConte Restaurant, 114-116 Salem Street, for the transfer of their liquor license and the appointment of a new manager.              A request by…