A few months ago, the state enacted a new law to modernize animal-control laws, which includes the first statewide rules for tethering canines. The bill signed into law by Governor Deval Patrick is especially aimed at those who are convicted…
Month: October 2012
Obituaries 09-10-2012
Salvatore Orlando Of East Boston, Formerly of the North End Salvatore Orlando of East Boston, formerly of the North End, died on September 29. A US Army veteran of World War II, he was the cherished son of the late…
At-large City Councilor Connolly Offers His Own Redistricting Plan
Last week the Boston Public School Department released several proposals for redistricting the city’s school choice zones in an effort to return to community schools in the North End but At-Large City Councilor John Connolly has released his own plan.…
Great Day at Apple Crest
Just over 50 North End Against Drugs Family Members journeyed to Apple Crest Farms in New Hampshire to go on our Annual Apple Picking Trip. The sun was shining and it was not too hot so the weather was perfect. …
Councilor LaMattina Applauds RUFF
Boston City Councilor Sal LaMattina, at the monthly meeting of RUFF, praised the group of concerned North End dog owners for their tireless efforts to work with other dog owners and residents to address related issues to help to make…
Public Safety Meeting October 4
Residents are encouraged to attend this Thursday’s Public Safety meeting with Boston Police. The meeting will be held at 6:30pm in the Nazzaro Community Center with representatives from District A-1 Police, who will update residents on crime statistics over the…
FOCCP Presents Columbus Day Celebration
Friends of Christopher Columbus Park will host a Columbus Day Celebration in the park featuring official ceremonies and a family kid-friendly day of events. The day begins with a parade through the park starting at 10am, followed by a ceremony…
Mayor Vetoes Amended Redistricting Plan
The City Council’s amended redistricting plan that passed 7-6 was vetoed by Mayor Thomas Menino as he did the last plan offered by the Council. The compromise offered by Councilors Tito Jackson and Matt O’Malley would have left City Councilor…
BPS Releases Several Proposals for Redistricting School Zones
The Boston Public School Department has released several proposals for redistricting the city’s school choice zones in an effort to return to community schools. BPS will present its findings and share the propsal at a meeting on Wednesday, Oct. 10…
Columbus Day
Monday the 8th is the annual celebration of Columbus Day – which commemorates the achievements of Christopher Columbus, chief among them, the discovery of America. No 15th Century explorer matched the heroism and daring that Christopher Çolumbus brought onto the…