Congratulations to the six residents that were elected to serve a two-year term on the North End/Waterfront Neighborhood Council (NEWNC) Board. In addition, thanks to the candidates that didn’t get elected for taking part in this important community endeavor that acts as an advisory group to several City of Boston departments. A special thank...
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Master Plan Needed to Address Open Spaces Issues
Just like every other neighborhood throughout the City, the North End/Waterfront is in dire need of some major renovations to its parks, playgrounds and other public open spaces. The situation at DeFilippo Playground (Gassy) on Prince Street is not a very good one. The three levels are a disgrace. They are continuously used as...
Voters Need to Turn out in Force
Now that the special election to nominate a Democrat and a Republican candidate to compete for the U.S. Senate seat held by the late Ted Kennedy is over, it’s time for voters to decide who should represent them in Washington. Having a solid go to guy serving Massachusetts is extremely important for many reasons...
Treat the North End Like Your Neighborhood
The warmer weather is finally here and not a moment too soon. People are now enjoying the various parks in the North End and especially the Greenway. Thousands of visitors are expected to visit, the North End to shop, dine and go to the many historical sites the neighborhood has to offer. North End...
Standup and Be Heard
North End residents have a great opportunity not only to be heard relating to concerns facing the community, at the same time they can obtain first hand information on proposals that directly impact the neighborhood. Anything and everything that is requested to occur in the community goes before two neighborhood advisory groups that make...
Vote in the Community Election
An important community election will be held in the North End on Saturday, May 18. On that day, six of the members of the North End/Waterfront Neighborhood Council will be elected by local residents to serve two-year terms on the community advisory board. The Council, which meets monthly, discusses and votes on proposals and...
Scholarships Available for North End Students
North End students should be signing-up for scholarships being provided by North End Against Drugs Michelina and Raymond Costa fund. This is the ninth year these scholarships will be presented to K-8 grades, high school, preschool and college students. Applications can be picked up at the Nazzaro Community Center, 30 North Bennet Street and...
Help Beautify North End Parks
Friends of The North End Parks are residents and other interested citizens who want the dream of beautiful parks to become a reality. Their goals are to beautify the parks so the community has world class gardens, engage the community so they can enjoy being involved in their parks and create a space that...
Menino Probably the Most Popular Mayor Ever
In less than a year, a legacy will come to an end, as Boston Mayor Thomas M. Menino’s 20 year reign as the city’s top elected official will come to an end. The five term mayor has always displayed willingness and dedication to make Boston a “World Class City”. He has certainly accomplished this...
Parents Need to Talk to Teens Regarding Drinking
It’s vital that parents and teens sit down and talk about the risks of drinking. Discussing this topic with teens can be challenging, but being too strict could cause them to rebel. Open communications in a positive manner is a great way to start and makes it easier to come back to the topic...