The North End’s own Michele Toper took first place in the Porch, Balcony or Container category of the 2019 Mayor’s Garden Contest. As a three-time winner in the citywide competition, she was also selected to be inducted in the 2020…
Author: Matt Conti
Martignetti Recognized at North End National Night Out
North End Neighborhood Night Out brought out hundreds of North End/Waterfront neighbors, Boston Police and local officials to the newly renovated Prado (Paul Revere Mall) on Tuesday evening. North End Against Drugs (NEAD) organized the celebration. Ralph Martignetti was presented…
North End’s Paul Revere Mall Re-opened
Mayor Marty Walsh officially reopened the Paul Revere Mall, known as the Prado, in Boston’s North End on Tuesday morning. The unveiling comes after nearly $3 million in improvements to revitalize the urban plaza, originally designed by Arthur Shurcliff, that…
Nazzaro Center Being Considered as a Landmark
The Nazzaro Center building took a big step toward becoming a Boston Landmark, protecting its exterior and surrounding open space from future change. After a stirring hearing, the Boston Landmarks Commission (BLC) voted unanimously to take up a study that…
North End Restaurants Join to Conquer Diabetes in 13th Year of Cityfeast
CityFeast returned to Boston’s North End for its 13th year. This food-fueled evening was hosted on Sunday night by six local restaurants: Antico Forno, Aria Trattoria, Bricco Ristorante, Lucca, Terramia Ristorante, and Tresca. Carla Agrippino Gomes, owner of Antico Forno…
Five Candidates Elected to NEWNC Board
On Saturday, May 19th, residents voted to elect five members to the North End / Waterfront Neighborhood Council. 2018 NEWNC Election Results Marie Simboli – 83 votes John Pregmon – 61 votes Brett Roman – 49 votes Patrick Bova – 39 votes…
Joanne Hayes-Rines Honored by Residents’ Association
Joanne Hayes-Rines was honored for her leadership in the community by the North End / Waterfront Residents’ Association (NEWRA). Presenting the award, a framed Harbor Fireworks print, was State Rep. Aaron Michlewitz, NEWRA President Mary McGee and Treasurer Sue Benveniste…
North End Native Vincenza Raspa Celebrates 105th Birthday
Happy Birthday to North End native Vincenza Raspa, who just celebrated her 105th birthday! Vincenza was born in 1913 and grew up in the North End, attending local schools. She worked first at a canning factory in Boston for 30…