Category: News
Coletta Zapata Holds Hearing Regarding Utility-Related Hazards
Special to the Regional Review Councilor Gabriela Coletta Zapata (District 1) held a hearing to examine the maintenance and safety protocols of overhead electrical equipment to keep communities safe from utility-related hazards. The hearing brought together City officials, utility companies,…
NEWRA opposes 97 Salem St. Proposal with a 16-1 vote
By Phil Orlandella The North End/Waterfront Residents’ Association (NEWRA) at its Thursday, December 12 monthly meeting voted 16-1 to oppose a request by Peter Alfe, trustee 97 Salem Street to change the legal occupancy of the property from retail/office to…
NEWNC Supports 97 Salem Street Condominiums
By Phil Orlandella Frigid weather didn’t stop residents from going to North Bennet Street Community Center for the December North End/Waterfront Neighborhood Council (NEWNC) monthly meeting. Residents attended to oppose or support three agenda items that could have an important…
North End Athletic Association and BCYF Nazzaro Center Offer Indoor Futsol Program
With the 2026 World Cup quickly approaching this summer — and Boston proudly serving as a host city — there’s no better time for our young athletes to begin their own journey. That’s why the North End Athletic Association (NEAA) and…
Parks Department to Host Winter Soccer Clinics
The Boston Parks and Recreation Department, in partnership with the Anthony Rougier Sports Foundation, is pleased to announce the 2026 Winter Soccer Clinic. This free clinic is designed to help athletes ages 9-17 maintain their skills during the offseason and…
News, Notes and Whatever
By Phil Orlandella NEWRA ZLC supports 210 Hanover Street restaurant proposal A letter of no objection for a common victualler (no alcohol) for a sit-down restaurant at 210 Hanover Street will be sent to City Hall by the North End/Waterfront Residents’ Association…
Houses Passes Higher-education Bond Bill
Special to the Regional Review The Massachusetts House of Representatives recently passed the BRIGHT Act, authorizing approximately $3.65 billion in capital investment to modernize Massachusetts’ public colleges and universities and support the state’s academic, research, workforce and climate goals. Originally…
Wu Shares Boston’s Winter Weather Preparations
Special to the Regional Review Mayor Michelle Wu and City officials has announced winter weather preparations currently underway in the City of Boston and resources available to residents and those who are most at risk, including older residents, those with…
MBTA Celebrates 25th Annual Fill-A-Bus with Gifts Program
Special to the Regional Review The MBTA and Massachusetts Department of Transportation (MassDOT) celebrated the 25th Annual Fill-A-Bus with Gifts program. Employees from both state transportation agencies donated a total of 2,746 toys this year, which will be donated to…