“A Huge Success,” That’s how the Friends of St. Francis House described the annual fundraiser for the church. “We had a shipment delivered to Saint Francis Hall a few days ago just before Christmas with approximately 23 boxes of stuff,”…
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NEWRA Says No to One-Way State Street
A unanimous vote of opposition was taken by the North End/Waterfront Residents’ Association (NEWRA) against the City’s proposal to turn State Street into a one-lane road. The letter of opposition stated many reasons why NEWRA is opposed. A proposal by…
Plastic Free Mass Urges Legislators To Fix Recycling System
Conservation Law Foundation (CLF), Just Zero, Be the Solution to Pollution, and other members of Plastic Free Mass are calling on legislators to update the state’s beverage container deposit return system (aka Bottle Bill), which remains unchanged from when it…
In Brief
Armenian Heritage Park on The Greenway Armenian Heritage Park on The Greenway has been an interesting place to visit and enjoy all the offerings that take place at the site, including educational programs. Friends of the park, in order to…
Angels Returned to Old North Church
Perched on the gallery railing in front of the oldest known American built pipe organ, there are four recently restored hand carved Angelic Figures in the sanctuary of the Old North Church on Salem Street in the North End. High…
Edwards Embarks on Comprehensive Housing Tour To Address Massachusetts’ Unique Challenges
Senator Lydia Edwards recently completed an extensive tour of Nantucket, Hyannis, and Provincetown, hosted by Cape and Islands Senator Cyr, to closely examine the housing challenges facing these areas. Accompanied by local leaders and advocates, the Senator’s tour underscored her…
Construction Update
The Construction Look-Ahead for the North Washington St. project through January 20 is posted. Scheduled Work • Removal of temporary vehicle bridge and pile supports • Demolition of old bridge structure Work Hours • Most work will be done during…
Christmas Time in the Neighborhood Enchanted Trolley Tour in North End
Coletta Holds Hearing On Proposed Legislation of Street Food Carts
Special to the Review Boston City Councilor Gabriela Coletta held a hearing on November 28 to codify regulations and enhance accessibility for non-motorized street food carts. The legislation would unlock an economic mobility tool and provide entrepreneurs the ability to…
N.E. Rehab Launches Operation Santa Paws
A terrific way to help people that benefit from animal assisted therapy visits is being conducted by the North End Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center will take place through December 22. The Center has launched Operation Santa Paws to collect supplies…