Mayor Michelle announced the appointment of Emily Knight as the City of Boston’s new Economic Development Chief. Knight will begin serving in the role on October 19, 2026. A longtime Boston resident, Knight has spent her career at the intersection…
The North End Athletic Association (NEAA) soccer program is in full swing at Puopolo Park. On opening day Boston Police District provided a free ice cream truck.
The Healey Driscoll Administration invites qualifying nonprofits and public agencies to apply for $3.4 million in federal grant funding to support victim services and efforts to prevent and respond to domestic violence, sexual assault and stalking. The funding is available…
What if getting involved in your city started with something joyful? National non-profit Elevate Cities is bringing that idea to Boston, launching its second city with a growing series of experiences designed to bring people together, strengthen belonging and inspire…
The Friends of Christopher Columbus Park second Fun Day was held at Atlantic Street park on the West Lawn, in the North End attracted many families and was filled with lawn games from noon to 3pm. Families enjoyed Giant Jenga,…
The Massachusetts Department of Public Health (DPH) announced three additional human cases of West Nile virus (WNV) this year. The cases include a male in his 60s who was exposed in Suffolk County, a male of unknown age likely exposed…
FOCCP Fall Festival Friends of Christopher Columbus Park (FOCCP) will hold a Fall Festival on Saturday, October 17 from 12noon to 3:30pm. The event will begin with a parade through the park. Children and adults, if they choose, are invited…
On Oct. 9, Old North Church in the North End is blending history and literature with ‘The Legend of Sleepy Hollow: A Musical Reading’ – and it carries a distinct connection that should pique the interest of North End residents.…
Many of the devices we use in our daily lives—phones, tablets, laptops, tools, toys, e-bikes, and scooters, to name a few—run on rechargeable lithium-ion batteries, which store high amounts of energy in a small space. If the batteries are damaged…
Friends of Armenian Heritage Park on the Greenway held a celebration of Armenia’s Independence Day with culture, tradition, heritage theme music, dancing, cuisine, storytelling and community in honor of the special day. The event also featured guest speakers, signature dish…