EVENTS FOR ADULTS Friday Films & Discussion Friday December 8      2 pm  It’s a Wonderful Life (1946) Friday December 15     2 pm  Elf (2003) Computer Instruction for Adults by Appointment – ongoing by appointment Receive one-on-one, basic computer instruction for…
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Walk the Candlelit Labyrinth at Armenian Heritage Park
By Phil Orlandella Tie a ribbon with your wish on the wishing tree, celebrating an ancient tradition. Enjoy hot chocolate and delicious cookies. Take in a cappella performance by Ladies First from Wellesley College and more at the American Heritage…
Celebration for Steve Ayres 20th Anniversary at Old North Church
By Matt Conti Old North Church congregation and friends came out to honor Rev. Stephen T. Ayres and his 20th Anniversary as Vicar of the Old North Church in Boston’s North End. Steve also serves as Executive Director of the…
100th Birthday Bash for the Prince Building
By Matt Conti In 1917, the Prince Macaroni Company expanded their business in Boston’s North End from Prince Street to Atlantic Avenue. Ever since, 63 Atlantic Avenue has been called The Prince Building. In 1974, it became the the first…
Edwards Wins Close Race Against Passacantilli
East Boston’s Lydia Edwards was elected as the District 1 Boston City Councilor over the North End’s Stephen Passacantilli after a hotly contested race for the seat left vacant by City Councilor Sal LaMattina who did not seek reelection this…
Marquis Health Services Assumes Management of NE Nursing Home
Marquis Health Services, the healthcare affiliate of Tryko Partners, LLC, has assumed operational management of North End Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center, Fulton Street, North End. The organization will begin a $5 million renovation at the skilled nursing facility – formerly…
NEWRA Supports Endicott Street/Jerusalem Place Proposals
By Phil Orlandella Just before members of the North End/Waterfront Residents’ Association (NEWRA) enjoyed their fall party, the non-profit group discussed and voted on two agenda items related to Endicott Street and Jerusalem Place. The Council voted to support a…
Multiple Arrests Reported at November Public Safety Meeting
By David Marx Boston Police District A-1 provided an update on recent neighborhood crime incidents, summarized below, at the November 2017 North End Public Safety Meeting. Arrests -Vandalism / Trespassing: 10/8/17 @ 10:37pm @ 232 Hanover St.: Four males from…
Joi Salon and Spa Escape Unveils Rebrand
Joi Salon and Spa Escape, a well-known Boston salon for the past 16 years, announced they are rebranding to Joi Salon and will become a full-service hair salon moving forward. Located in the heart of the North End, Joi Salon…
Local Bingo Benefits Hurricane Relief Fund
By Phil Orlandella A Bingo fundraiser for the Hurricane Relief Fund was conducted by the Nazzaro Community Center, which was sold out. Some of the many prizes given out were gift cards, handmade baskets, tickets to a sporting event or…