Now that the developer of the vacant lot at 124-126 Salem Street, Collin Yip has made most of the changes requested by residents at several public meetings, it appears that construction of a five-story building on the property will become…
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NEWNC Opposes 7-eleven/10 to 1
Failure to go before the North End/Waterfront Neighborhood Council, a community elected group, created a negative response and a 10/1 vote against the 7-Eleven chain store at 340 Hanover Street. About a week before the NEWNC meeting the North End/Waterfront…
NEWRA Sends a Letter of “no Objection” for North End Spin Bike Studio
NEWRA has sent a letter of “no objection” to the City of Boston Zoning Board of Appeal relating to a proposal to operate a Spin Bike Studio and ancillary juice/smoothie bar in the first floor and basement space at 10…
BRA Approves 7-eleven Signage Review
The other 7-Eleven, also want Hanover Street, (different owners) is open 24 hours. The new store will include a deli, fresh produce and Italian products similar to the previous White Hen Pantry. NEWRA has also commented that the interior lights…
Hockey Stars
Joseph and Richard Bova, grandsons of Maryann and Richard Longo, just played a hockey tournament in Lake Placid this past weekend. Joseph’s team won the gold medal and Richard’s team won the silver medal. They play for the Boston Stars.…
Going Underground In The Callahan Tunnel
With the Callahan Tunnel Rehabilitation Project running a bit ahead of schedule, we were given the opportunity to walk the tunnel on Wednesday as construction work took place. The scheduled re-opening date remains March 12th, but MassDOT executives appeared optimistic…
A Celebratory Mood On Inauguration Day
Boston’s Inauguration Day brought many activities with Mayor Marty Walsh, including his first official address to Boston’s City Council. For the North End, Charlestown and East Boston, City Councilor Salvatore LaMattina started his 7th year representing District 1 on the…
Mayor Names William Evans Boston Police Commissioner
Boston has a new Police Commissioner William B. Evans, who has been a member of the force for over 31 years. The new commissioner was appointed by newly elected Mayor Martin J. Walsh at ceremonies held on January 9. Evans…
Chamber Looking At Italian Heritage Night At Fenway
An idea to hold an Italian Heritage Night at Yawkey Way/Fenway Park was one of several items discussed at last week’s North End Chamber of Commerce monthly meeting held at St. Leonard’s Church Hall on Prince Street. The business group…
Household Trash Placement Public Hearing to Be Held
A request to change the placement of household trash out on the day of collection by 6 AM will be the topic of discussion at a Boston City Council public hearing scheduled by City Counselor Sal LaMattina at the request…