Month: September 2022
Martignetti Named Volunteer of the Year by Red Sox
North End resident Rick Martignetti “Coach Rick†was recently honored at Fenway Park by the Red Sox Foundation as one of six New England states “Volunteer of the Yearâ€. He received the Mike Egan Massachusetts award for his dedication to…
NEWRA Takes Action on Three Requests
Three agenda items were voted on at the September 8 North End/Waterfront Resident’s Association (NEWRA) monthly public meeting held in the Nazzaro Community Center. NEWRA opposed a request by Ryan Meadows’ revised plan involving replacement of the attic with a…
NEWNC Supports Two Proposals/Differs on Third
Three agenda items were scheduled for a Zoom North End/Waterfront Neighborhood Council (NEWNC) monthly meeting on September 12. NEWNC voted to support renovations of a single-family townhouse at 22 Hanover Avenue. Plans call for the new stairs and head house…
Wu Announces New Forestry Division and UFP To Enhance and Protect City’s Tree Canopy
Mayor Michelle Wu announced efforts to bolster the City of Boston’s tree canopy to enhance livability and public health throughout Boston’s neighborhoods. As part of today’s announcement, Mayor Wu is launching a new Forestry Division within the Boston Parks and…
Officials Tell Residents of City’s Programs To Address Rat Problem
Whether you live in East Boston, Beacon Hill, Back Bay, or Jamaica Plain, there is a common problem that all residents are facing — and that is rats. “It is a big issue,†Inspectional Service Director (ISD) Director John Ulrich…
City Announces Imminent Changes to Cambridge Street
Through its Connect Downtown program, which aims to improve accessibility for both pedestrians and bicyclists in the downtown neighborhoods, the city is planning to make several changes to Cambridge Street this fall, which include plans for a new separated bike…
October Is Bullying Prevention Month
We have all heard the stories of bullied teens taking their own lives. Suicide is the 2nd leading cause of death for youth ages 10-18 and in many cases bullying can be a catalyst. Studies have shown that bullying aggravates…
North Washington Street Bridge Construction Look-Ahead Through October 1
This is a brief overview of construction operations and impacts for the North Washington Street Bridge Replacement Project. MassDOT will provide additional notices as needed for high-impact work and changes to traffic configurations beyond those described below. Scheduled Work • …
In Brief
FOCCP Inspires Renewed Support Friends of Christopher Columbus Park (FOCCP) have and continue to provide residents with the opportunity to savor summer and early fall special pleasures of the park, the vibrant harbor activities, cooling fountains, colorful gardens and lively…