State Representative Aaron Michlewitz at a recent ABCD Community Heroes Celebration was honored for his outstanding support and efforts to make a difference in the lives of the most of vulnerable people in his district. The local Neighborhood Service Center,…
Month: November 2018
North Washington Street Bridge Western Sidewalk Closed
The pedestrian crossing on the western side of the North Washington Street Bridge has been closed to become a worksite, according to MassDOT. Those seeking to use a sidewalk to travel across the bridge will be directed to the eastern…
Councilor Edwards Co-Sponsors Ordinance to Assist Elderly Homeowners
Councilor Edwards cosponsors ordinance to assist elderly homeowners with overdue tax payments by Phil Orlandella District One (North End) Boston City Councilor Lydia Edwards and Councilor Ed Flynn have co-sponsored an ordinance, which will provide assistance to older Boston homeowners…
FOCCP Seek Donations for Harbor Fireworks Display
Friends of Christopher Columbus Park (FOCCP) last New Year’s Eve rekindled the annual Boston Harbor Fireworks display with generous donations from numerous sources. In 2016, the Harbor was dark by midnight New Year’s Eve. Businesses were impacted and Boston residents…
Community News
RUFF Giving Month RUFF has coordinated Giving Month to support Boston Animal Control (BAC) during the month of November 2018. Items are being collected at PolkaDogBakery, 57 Salem Street. For a list of acceptable items visit RUFF North End Dog…
December Events at the Nazzaro Center
The Nazzaro Cmmunity Center, 30 North Bennet Street is gearing up for a very busy December schedule that includes several holiday events, a movie, a recital and a drama show, according to new Director Steven Siciliano who is officially on…
MassDOT Updates North End on Bridge Project
Another community public meeting regarding the North Washington Street Bridge Replacement Project was held on Nov. 27 at the Nazzaro Community Center. The Massachusetts Department of Transportation (MassDOT) project team presented updated information on construction activities, impacts, traffic management while…
Columbus Day Committee Santa Skate Toy Drive
Santa Claus and his North End elves will participate in the annual Santa Skate Toy Drive hosted by the Columbus Day Committee on Saturday, December 1 from 4Â to 8 p.m. at the Steriti Skating Rink on Commercial Street. The…
Overwhelming Community Support for K of C Affordable Elderly Housing
Ausonia Council No. 1513, Knights of Columbus, are very thankful for the tremendous community support for their efforts to develop 23 affordable elderly apartments, new council quarters and a community room (available to everyone in the neighborhood) at their building…
Seniors Enjoy ABCD Neighborhood Service Center Thanksgiving Lunch
The ABCD North End/West End Neighborhood Service Center (NE/WE NSC) held its annual Thanksgiving luncheon on Friday, Nov. 16. The turnout was impressive, with nearly 70 seniors from both the North End and West End neighborhoods enjoying a hearty meal…