A proposal by William Caulder’s 6M Development to build a hotel at 40-42 Cross Street in the North End has been approved by the City of Boston Zoning Board of Appeal (ZBA). The project also received the go-ahead from the…
Author: Phil Orlandella
No Letter of Intent Filed for 700-Foot Project
Once the West End Civic Association (WECA) and the North End/Waterfront Residents’ Association (NEWRA) heard through the grapevine of a possible proposal to build a 700-foot structure at 251 Causeway Street, along North Washington Street, within the Bulfinch Triangle, section…
North End Dodges Split Annual Baseball Series
Following two wins in North Adams the North End Athletic Association (NEAA) Dodges baseball team dropped the final two games of the 31st LaFesta Baseball Tournament at Puopolo Park. “The exchange was a continuation of this fabulous tradition of competition,…
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NEAA Golf Tourney Benefit Draws 153 Players Indian Ridge Country Club was the site of the 2022 annual North End Athletic Association (NEAA) biggest fundraiser. The benefit event was sold out, the proceeds will support many sport programs, several community…
No Postponement of ZBA Hearing
Despite letters of opposition from neighborhood groups to postpone the August 13 City of Boston Zoning Board of Appeal hearing regarding the development of a hotel on Cross Street on the outskirts of the North End, the ZBA did not…
National Health Center Week Celebrated at New Health
A free community National Health Center Week celebration took place at NEW Health Charlestown. The event was open to everyone and included back to school COVID 19 vaccination clinic and tours with local dignitaries and civic leaders. They visited the…
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Scibelli Named NEW Health CEO NEW Health has appointed Vincenzo Scibelli as new Executive Officer. Scibelli has been serving as Interim CEO since Jim Luisi retired after 30 years in the role. Prior, Scibelli was the Health Center Operations Officer. He…
Community Group Pose Question on 700-Foot Development
A letter of concern, public input and an informational process has been sent to the Boston Planning and Development Agency by several local groups to the possible development of a 700-foot building at 251 Causeway Street and 120, 126 and…
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Sheafe Street Occupancy Change North End/Waterfront Residents’ Association’s Zoning and Licensing Committee met on Tuesday, July 26 at the Mariners House regarding a request by the owner of 17 Sheafe Street seeking an occupancy change. Plans call for a change…
Johnny Paleo Bocce Tournament a Success
Competition was extremely challenging at this year’s 11th Johnny Paleo Bocce Tournament held at the courts in Langone Park on Commercial Street. Many teams squared off in elimination rounds to determine the 2022 North End Bocce championship. First place was…