Friends of Cutillo Park, located off Stillman and Salem Streets, have started a petition to restore the public space which has been neglected and has fallen into disrepair. There have been reports of damage, drug use and the selling of…
Month: October 2018
BPDA Approves K of C Housing Project
New development projects including one in the North End were approved by the Boston Planning + Development Agency (BPDA) Board of Directors at the October 2018 meeting. The community supported the project at the Knights of Columbus, 41 North Margin…
Councilors Edwards and Wu File Chain Store Ordinance
Based on several chain stores beginning to start up in Boston’s neighborhood business districts, City Council legislation has been filed to bring some protection to local businesses and more public notification to the City’s application system. City Councilors Lydia Edwards,…
City Releases Roadway Safety Report
Roadway safety initiative report completed over the past year, has been released by the City of Boston Transportation Departments. The report highlights reducing the default speed limit, implementing the Neighborhood Slow Streets program in two zones, improving priority corridors and…
St John School Poised for Academic Success and Growth
Nestled in the heart of Boston’s North End, St. John School has prepared students for bright futures since 1895. The school is a Catholic value-centered learning environment focused on educating students in an atmosphere that fosters the growth of each…
2018 Head Of The Charles Regatta Set for this Weekend
The 54th Head Of The Charles Regatta (HOCR) is expected to generate a significant economic impact – more than $72 million (USD) in spending – to the Greater Boston region, according to Greater Boston Convention & Visitors Bureau (GBCVB) President…
Community News
N.E. Basketball Bonanza North End Against Drugs (NEAD) and Representative Aaron Michlewitz will present the third annual North End Basketball Bonanza on Friday, November 16, from 6-10 p.m. at the Nazzaro Community Center. For details email [email protected]. RUFF Dog Show…
North Washington Street Bridge Off-Peak Lane Closures
Work related activities are underway including utility operations on the 118-year-old North Washington Street Bridge, a $177 million project which carries traffic over Boston Harbor between the North End and Charlestown. Overnight off-peak temporary lane closures public meetings will be…
In Brief
Faneuil Hall Costume Pet Parade A Faneuil Hall Pet Parade will be held on Saturday, October 20, starting at 12 p.m. with a parade and continuing right into a costume contest. RUFF has coordinated this early Halloween event that will…
Opinion
Governor Baker             should be re-elected Re-electing Governor Charlie Baker to another four-year term would be a good thing for Massachusetts. He has proven to be a solid leader and works extremely hard to make the state safe and the economy…