The Rose Kennedy Greenway Conservancy announced its lineup of upcoming summer and fall events and activities, inviting residents and visitors to enjoy free events, experiences, and seasonal amenities in the heart of Boston. Building on an exciting summer of citywide...
The City of Boston announced that applications for two four-year terms on the Boston School Committee are now being accepted by the Boston School Committee Nominating Panel. The Nominating Panel is a thirteen-member body composed of Boston Public Schools (BPS)...
Next up in its 50th Season, Boston Lyric Opera (BLO) presents André Previn’s acclaimed opera adaptation of Tennessee Williams’s Pulitzer Prize-winning play A Streetcar Named Desire at the Emerson Cutler Majestic Theatre. A co-production with Opera Theatre of Saint Louis,...
Amid persistent reports of rodent sightings throughout the city, District 2 Councilor Ed Flynn again pointed to the urgent need for a ‘rat czar’ during a special City Council City Services hybrid hearing held Oct. 22 at City Hall, as...
Mayor Michelle Wu joined residents, City officials and Public Works staff to celebrate the completion of 7,202 street lighting upgrades across Boston so far this year—nearly triple the 2,483 upgrades completed in all of 2025 and the highest annual total...
NeighborHealth hosted a two-day series of community events on October 13 and 14 in recognition of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, bringing breast health education, preventive care and no-cost mammograms for eligible patients directly to its East Boston and South End...
State Fire Marshal Jon M. Davine and the Fire Chiefs Association of Massachusetts are reminding residents to replace the batteries in their smoke and carbon monoxide (CO) alarms and replace outdated alarms when they change their clocks this weekend. “Smoke...
A total of 25,477 Boston residents lost access to SNAP benefits between June 2025 and August 2026, a 18.39% decline in SNAP coverage that ranks Boston among state communities for the number of residents affected, according to the Department of...
For those new to cooking at home, soup is a great place to start. Food writer Ruth Reichl said, “If you’ve got chicken stock, you’ve got a meal.” And it doesn’t have to be chicken stock. You can make soup...
The MBTA shared it has released five new special edition collectible CharlieCards featuring iconic Boston landmarks including: the Massachusetts State Capital building, Bunker Hill Monument, the Boston Tea Party Ship & Museum, the Old State House, and TD Garden. The...
The Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority (MBTA) announces that for the first time, Orange Line subway service will be able to operate up to 55 MPH between Assembly Station and North Station in the inbound and outbound direction. This success builds...
Halloween is filled with spooky fun, but it also presents lurking fire hazards that can quickly turn the festive holiday into a truly scary one. According to the National Fire Protection Association® (NFPA®), between 2020 and 2024, an estimated annual...
It all began in 2001 in a small facility in Paul Revere Mall (Prado). That’s when, 25 years ago, the North End Music and Performing Arts Center (NEMPAC), a non-profit neighborhood group officially opened its doors offering high-quality teaching and...
Another disappointing set back was delivered by the Boston Public Library (BPL) relating to obtaining rehabilitation funding for the North End Library. The first setback was in 2013 when the library was identified by the BPL Branch Facilities Review Committee...
This year’s Friends of Christopher Columbus Park Family Fun Festival despite being very chilly and windy turned out to be a great success with a large gathering of moms, dads and children participating in the fun filled activity. “It was...
The much-awaited North End Historical Museum, 3 Prince Street on the Freedom Trail is now open to the public, Tuesdays through Sunday from 10:30am to 5pm. Visitors can view an array of yesteryear of a community that had three changes...
During Wednesday’s Boston City Council Meeting, Councilors Benjamin J. Weber (District 6), Gabriela Coletta Zapata (District 1) and Henry Santana (At-Large) will introduce Docket #1796: “Ordinance Amending City of Boston, Chapter XVI, Section 63, Ordinance on Surveillance Oversight and Information...
The Knights of Columbus, Ausonia Council #1513 in the North End, will be awarding scholarships to North End residents and Ausonia Council members who qualify for the Ausonia Council #1513 Knights of Columbus Scholarship Program for the 2026/2027 school year...
The North End Athletic Association (NEAA) soccer program is in full swing at Puopolo Park. On opening day Boston Police District provided a free ice cream truck...
Although Gay Pride Month is observed for the entire month of June, we wish to make note of the specific date and events during the nighttime hours on June 27-28, 1969, when a series of riots and demonstrations against a...
Special to the Regional Review Mayor Michelle Wu and MassDOT Interim Secretary and MBTA General Manager Phil Eng today announced that the City of Boston has extended its successful fare-free transit program through the end of 2026. During the pilot,...
The Boston Election Department is reminding voters that the State Election will take place on Tuesday, November 3, 2026. This election will elect the Commonwealth’s Governor, a United States Senator, members of the United States House of Representatives, members of...
Given its location on Boston’s waterfront, the New England Aquarium is particularly vulnerable to the impacts of climate change, experiencing flooding during storm surges, king tides, and other extreme weather. Since 2019, the Aquarium has been among those leading the...
Special to the Regional Review BoatUS Foundation encourage boaters to be responsible and prioritize safety ahead of the start of boating season. The BoatUS Foundation for Boating Safety and Clean Water, a national leader that promotes safe, clean and responsible...
Where is Teddy Roosevelt when we need him? The constant cacophony of bumbling babbling from our leaders in Washington these days with regard to the ongoing conflict with Iran brings to mind the wisdom of former President Theodore Roosevelt. On...
By Phil Orlandella FOCCP makes Columbus Park a community place to be For 25 years, a group of residents calling themselves “Friends of Christopher Columbus Park (FOCCP) committed to taking care of the park. The all-volunteer nonprofit group, right from the...
By Adam Swift In the wake of the death of Boston transportation planner Louisa Gag earlier this month, Mayor Michelle Wu has released plans to make city streets safer. Gag was killed on her bicycle when she was riding near...
Special to the Regional Review Suffolk University and Bunker Hill Community College (BHCC) have announced a Joint Admission and Transfer Partnership Program that will benefit students wishing to complete four-year university degrees. The Suffolk-BHCC partnership builds upon the longstanding commitment...
Special to the Sun Mayor Michelle Wu, this week, joined City Councilor Ruthzee Louijeune, Mass Senior Action, local elected officials, and residents to sign a city order that lets Boston adjust the senior property tax break each year to keep...
Mayor Michelle Wu has announced that the City of Boston will host the second-ever National Urban Rat Summit this fall, from September 23 to 24. The two-day summit will bring together leading experts, academics, researchers, public health professionals, and municipal...
Each year the people of the North End invite you to celebrate with them as they honor their patrons Saint Anthony and Saint Lucy with colorful parades, religious services, strolling singers, live entertainment and of course an abundance of great...
The candles will be lit, the pews will be full, and the Headless Horseman will ride again inside Boston’s oldest surviving church. On Friday, Oct. 9, Old North Illuminated will partner with Crescendo Productions to present “The Legend of Sleepy...
The Massachusetts Department of Conservation and Recreation (DCR) today announced the opening of its 24 swimming pools for the summer season, helping provide residents, visitors and families with safe places to swim and cool off during the summer. As part...
With one week left for early voting, Boston residents have been turning out at sites across the city to ensure they voices are counted. Boston resident Tom Ouellette cast his ballot at the Boston Architectural College voting site on Boylston...
Special to the Regional Review Clean water and land conservation advocates from across Massachusetts gathered on the Charles River Esplanade — and ceremonially launched a boat into the Charles River — to mark the official launch of the “YES on...
The Massachusetts Department of Public Health (DPH) announced three additional human cases of West Nile virus (WNV) this year. The cases include a male in his 60s who was exposed in Suffolk County, a male of unknown age likely exposed...
Many of the devices we use in our daily lives—phones, tablets, laptops, tools, toys, e-bikes, and scooters, to name a few—run on rechargeable lithium-ion batteries, which store high amounts of energy in a small space. If the batteries are damaged...
The World Cup has been a wonderful event, enjoyed by soccer fans and non-fans alike. The games have been incredibly exciting, especially in the first knockout round, where underdog teams have pushed the giants of the sport to the limit...
Attorney, community leader, former Suffolk County Assistant District Attorney, educator, and longtime housing advocate, Linda Champion announces her campaign to be the next Suffolk County District Attorney at Florian Hall in Dorchester before a crowd of more than 120 residents,...
On Oct. 9, Old North Church in the North End is blending history and literature with ‘The Legend of Sleepy Hollow: A Musical Reading’ – and it carries a distinct connection that should pique the interest of Beacon Hill residents...
Boston Mayor Michelle Wu announced the appointment of Elsie Dias as the City of Boston’s new Cape Verdean Cultural Advisor within the Office of Cultural Affairs. The office, within the Equity and Inclusion Cabinet, is composed of Cultural Advisors who...
The North End Historical Museum officially opened to the public on Tuesday, July 21, at 3 Prince St. Hours are Tuesday to Sunday: 10:30 a.m. – 5 p.m. The interactive museum, which was conceived and created by the nonprofit North...
Gov. Healey does the right thing to ban kratom The decision last week by Gov. Maura Healey and the Mass. Dept. of Public Health to issue an order classifying kratom as a Schedule 1 drug, thereby effectively banning the sale...
Mayor Michelle Wu and Rosye Cloud, CEO of Brighton Marine, have announced a new $1 million public-private partnership to support Boston veterans and other communities. As part of this initiative, the City will launch a veterans grant program to provide...
Special to the Times-Free Press Mayor Michelle Wu, Governor Maura Healey, Massport CEO Richard Davey and Meet Boston President & CEO Martha J. Sheridan celebrated the arrival of the Glasgow traffic cone to Massachusetts. Inspired by the 40‑year Scottish tradition...
Boston residents seem enthusiastic about the idea of a national 32-hour workweek reintroduced by Sen. Bernie Sanders of Vermont and Rep. Mark Takano of California, but expressed concern about how it would be implemented. Residents from Fenway, downtown and Jamaica...
Boston City Councilor Gabriela Coletta Zapata (District 1) and the City of Boston recently announced the launch of the Boston City Youth Corps, a modernized revival of Boston’s historic Red Shirts Program designed to meet the needs of Boston today...
Mayor Michelle announced the appointment of Emily Knight as the City of Boston’s new Economic Development Chief. Knight will begin serving in the role on October 19, 2026. A longtime Boston resident, Knight has spent her career at the intersection...
Mayor Michelle Wu joined residents of Harbor Towers Condominiums on Wednesday by cutting the ribbon on the downtown waterfront property’s $20 million flood-resistance project that includes deployable barriers. The ribbon-cutting was part of Deployables Day, a citywide gathering that highlights...
Special to the Regional Review Mayor Michelle Wu announced the appointment of Marcela Dwork as Press Secretary. Dwork will begin serving in her role on May 4, 2026, and will lead the Mayor’s Press Office. “I’m thrilled to welcome Marcela...
Senator Edward J. Markey (D-Mass.), member of the Commerce, Science, and Transportation Committee, and Congresswoman Ayanna Pressley (MA-07) released a new report, Making Transit Free, Frequent, and Reliable: Massachusetts shows the need for federal investment in fare-free transit, detailing the...
More than 500 Boston Public Schools families will explore the City’s neighborhoods, history and cultural landmarks through free guided tours BOSTON – Tuesday, August 25, 2026 – Mayor Michelle Wu announced that the 2026 Boston Family Days program now includes...
September 1, 2026 is primary election day. With only Democrats running for Suffolk County District Attorney, the race will be over in September rather than in November. We have a choice to make this year, and unlike most seats that...
Special to the Regional Review Emerald Necklace Conservancy President Karen Mauney-Brodek issued the following statement in response to the court’s decision on the Franklin Park White Stadium case: “We’re disappointed by this outcome, which means that a new professional for-profit...
As hunger reaches new heights across Massachusetts, Project Bread has secured a major investment to connect households with food. The leading statewide food security organization has been selected as one of 150 nonprofits to receive funding through Cummings Foundation's annual...
For the first time in over a decade, total annual opioid-related overdose deaths in Massachusetts fell below 1,000, according to Massachusetts Department of Public Health (DPH) preliminary 2025 data recently released by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)...
Two agenda items were voted on at the North End/Waterfront Residents’ Association monthly meeting on Thursday, August 13 held at the Nazzaro Community Center, 30 North Bennet Street. The volunteer neighborhood group voted 9 to 2 in favor of a...
Sail Boston 2026 is proud to announce the launch of its official interactive Fleet Tracker, powered by Aqua Map technology. Designed to enhance the viewing experience for maritime enthusiasts, locals, and visitors, this new tool provides an unparalleled and close-up look at this summer’s historic maritime celebration...
As we approach the September 1 Democratic Primary, I wanted to share with voters why I decided to run to be your next Governor’s Councilor. As I’ve traveled across the 20 communities that make up our Governor’s Council district (which...
Special to the Regional Review The MBTA announced service changes in June on the Green, Blue, Framingham/Worcester, and Lowell lines. There are also some Commuter Rail service changes related to World Cup matchdays. Riders can find more information on service...
Boston Logan International Airport welcomes 43 million travelers a year and soon, each one will be greeted by a voice that captures the spirit of Massachusetts and New England. The Massachusetts Port Authority (Massport) announced the launch of Voice of...
‘Tis the season for respiratory illnesses — the flu, COVID, and RSV — for which vaccinations offer the best line of defense for the vast majority of individuals. In addition to the protections that vaccines provide for these diseases, studies...
Financial literacy workshop Please join us for a financial literacy workshop hosted by Eagle Bank on Friday, May 15, 2026 at 12:00 PM at the ABCD North End Neighborhood Service Center (NE NSC), located at 1 Michelangelo Street in the...
Special to the Gazette The Massachusetts House of Representatives last month passed comprehensive legislation establishing essential consumer data privacy rights for residents of the Commonwealth. The Massachusetts Consumer Data Privacy Act provides consumers with greater control over their own...
The North End desperately needs trees To the Editor, We are residents of the North End. The North End desperately needs trees. North End needs literally 1,000 trees. Yes, 1,000 trees. Excellent times to plant trees: Fall and Spring. For...
With the weatherman predicting a great Labor Day weekend from Friday through Monday, we hope that all of our readers will have a chance to make the most of the final weekend of the summer season. The Summer of ‘26...
North End Waterfront Health (NEW Health) celebrated National Health Center Week (NHCW) with a free community celebration on August 4 at its Charlestown site, which is Charlestown’s first full-service health center and is committed to improving the quality of life...
All in all, this has been a pretty good summer. The weather has been as close to perfect as we could expect for summer activities. The mornings along our coastline have been pleasantly placid for those of us who row...
The massive build-out of data centers recently has aroused the wrath of the American public across the political spectrum. However, this backlash has highlighted a sharp disconnect in modern society: On the one hand, we expect technology to provide us...
The Healey-Driscoll Administration recently announced $15.5 million in Career Technical Initiative (CTI) grants to 24 organizations to train 1,636 individuals for careers in high-demand occupations within the skilled trades, construction, and manufacturing sectors across Massachusetts. The administration also awarded a...
When Suffolk County District Attorney Kevin Hayden was introduced at a recent political event in Revere, the applause was substantial. Revere Mayor Patrick Keefe praised Hayden in his remarks, stating, “We’re here to celebrate our public safety. We have the...
The Healey Driscoll Administration invites qualifying nonprofits and public agencies to apply for $3.4 million in federal grant funding to support victim services and efforts to prevent and respond to domestic violence, sexual assault and stalking. The funding is available...
FOCCP Fall Festival Friends of Christopher Columbus Park (FOCCP) will hold a Fall Festival on Saturday, October 17 from 12noon to 3:30pm. The event will begin with a parade through the park. Children and adults, if they choose, are invited...
Special to the Regional Review Laughter, conversation, and the aroma of good food filled the ABCD West End Neighborhood Service Center (WE NSC) as older adults gathered to celebrate Father’s Day with an afternoon of delicious food, friendship, and community...
North End Waterfront Health (NEW Health), a community health center in Boston, announces it is expanding access to primary care with the addition of three new providers to its medical staff: internist Dr. Catherine Yu, pediatrician Dr. Patricia Guglietta, and...
The Associates of the Boston Public Library (Associates) presented We Hold These Truths on Thursday, June 25 at the Central Library’s Rabb Hall, marking the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence with an evening of music, poetry, and reflection...
Eversource has reached a major milestone in its statewide smart meter rollout, installing its 500,000th smart meter in Massachusetts as the energy company continues bringing the technology and its benefits to customers across the state. The energy company is approximately...
A longtime local business owner, Chris Pedersen, and his wife, Lynn, have established the Lt. Col. Rhea R. McCarthy Veterans Fund at Strongwater Farm, which helps underwrite the cost of providing free equine-assisted therapy for veterans and their immediate family...
Mayor Michelle Wu announced that all children and teens can receive free nutritious breakfast and lunch this summer through the Boston Summer Eats program. Meals are currently available to all youth 18 and under at over 60 locations across the...
The North End Athletic Association (NEAA) held its’ annual Golf Tournament Fundraiser. 166 golfers attended to help support the Youth Organization’s programming. The NEAA provides Baseball, Soccer, Lacrosse, Girls Field Hockey and Flag Football as well as educational and cultural...
Governor Maura Healey announced last week that 30 Family Child Care (FCC) programs across Massachusetts have been selected to participate in a new pilot aimed at expanding access to child care for families. The programs include locations in Everett, Lynn,...
Boston Mayor Michelle Wu announced Kerry Jordan as the new Executive Director of the City of Boston Election Department and provided an update on the department’s ongoing operational and modernization efforts ahead of the September 1 State Primary. Jordan will...
Special to the Regional Review Mayor Michelle Wu, Boston’s Age Strong Commission, the Biogen Foundation, the Urban League of Eastern Massachusetts (ULEM), and Lyft announced the expansion of Healthy Rides, a free transportation initiative for Boston’s older residents. Supported by...
By Phil Orlandella Every year, the Friends of Christopher Columbus Park (FOCCP) celebrate Independence Day at the park. This year, the non-profit all-volunteer community group also celebrated its 25th anniversary on the same day. Many local kids, families and neighbors...
Special to the Patriot-Bridge For the third consecutive year, ABCD’s Free Tax Preparation Program secured more than $7 million in state and federal tax returns for residents of Greater Boston and the Mystic Valley during the 2026 tax season. Results...
The fall run of the grassroots comedy show, glADDY8rs, opens at The Rockwell on Friday, September 4, at 9:30pm, featuring 23 Boston-area comics in a self-described “Stand Up Comedy Death Battle,” where audience members vote when to kick comedians off...
What if getting involved in your city started with something joyful? National non-profit Elevate Cities is bringing that idea to Boston, launching its second city with a growing series of experiences designed to bring people together, strengthen belonging and inspire...
The Massachusetts League of Community Health Centers recently hosted its Annual Awards Gala with the theme, “The Courage to Care.” Among those awarded were two long-time NEW Health board members and North End residents. The Joseph M. Smith Board Member...
Aerial survey observers with the New England Aquarium sighted more than 2,000 animals during a recent flight over the Northeast Canyons and Seamount Marine National Monument, showcasing the area’s extraordinary biodiversity. Scientists with the Aquarium’s Anderson Cabot Center for Ocean...
By Phil Orlandella A new large scaled mural Midnight Ride has been installed in Dewey Square alongside of the many murals placed in the area in the past. In recognition of the special event the Greenway Conservancy held a free...
By Phil Orlandella The North End Athletic Association (NEAA) hosted and played in its first ever Mayor’s Cup Tournament at Puopolo Park on a Friday night with the NEAA Midnight Riders winning their first game, moving on in the tournament...
The Department of Fire Services announced that Massachusetts fire departments have achieved the fourth-highest reporting rate in the country for the National Emergency Response Information System (NERIS). 90% of Massachusetts fire departments have reported more than 1.3 million apparatus responses...
Special to the Gazette For the first time in its testing history, Save the Harbor/Save the Bay has reported that every metropolitan beach from Nahant to Nantasket scored above 80% in its annual Water Quality Report Card. This is a...
Friends of Armenian Heritage Park on the Greenway held a celebration of Armenia’s Independence Day with culture, tradition, heritage theme music, dancing, cuisine, storytelling and community in honor of the special day. The event also featured guest speakers, signature dish...
Special to the Regional Review The Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority (MBTA) announced that tickets are on sale for roundtrip Boston Stadium Train tickets between South Station and Boston Stadium (Gillette Stadium) for the July 9 match. Tickets will be $80,...
By Phil Orlandella Major lighting and pathway improvements have been completed on Parcels 19, 20 and 21 on the Rose Kennedy Greenway, marking a new chapter for the many visitors of the public park that runs from the North End...
This year’s Friends of Christopher Columbus Park (FOCCP) annual Harbor Cruise saw about 100 people enjoying a sunset cruise on Boston Harbor...
Mayor Michelle Wu has announced the return of Hub on Wheels, a family-friendly bike ride starting on a car-free Storrow Drive and highlighting many parts of the City that aims to build community and celebrate Boston neighborhoods. All routes will...
Governor Maura Healey today called on Eversource, National Grid, and Unitil to immediately return Massachusetts customers’ share of the estimated $1.5 billion in excessive profits owed to electric customers across New England. In a letter sent recently, Governor Healey urged...
Special to the Regional Review Mayor Michelle Wu has announced the winners of the 2026 Legacy Business Awards, an event that recognizes businesses that have been operating in the City for at least 10 years and contributed to the cultural,...
Special to the regional Review The ABCD North End NSC Team will offer a financial literacy workshop, hosted by Eagle Bank, on Friday, May 15, at noon at the ABCD North End Neighborhood Service Center (NE NSC), located at 1...
Special to the Regional Review Dine Out Boston® is back for its summer edition until August 15, 2026. Presented by Meet Boston, and in partnership with the Massachusetts Office of Travel & Tourism and new sponsor Toast, this two-week culinary...
Cardinals Win Championship By John Romano June 20 the North End Athletic Association (NEAA) completed its season for 4-12 Year Old Baseball With approximately 150 kids in this age group the season dodged some rain drops but with the help...
By Phil Orlandella Over 100 mates boarded the fabulous Seaport Elite yacht for the annual Friends of Christopher Columbus Park (FOCCP) harbor cruise. This year’s cruise celebrated FOCCP’s silver anniversary as caretakers of the park and supporting many activities, events...
Grace and Nick’s growing pet sitting-and-walking service got its start through a chance opportunity in May of 2024, when the West End couple stepped in to help a friend working as a dog sitter via the Rover pet-care app who...
On Saturday, June 28, the Office of Small Business celebrated the 14 graduates of the BizUnlocked Boston Business Access Program. This is the inaugural year of BizUnlocked Boston, which is executed by Tessi Consulting. BizUnlocked Boston is a business access...
Joanne Hayes Rines, President of the Friends of Christopher Columbus Park (FOCCP) plans to step down following her term as the leader of the non-profit, all-volunteer neighborhood group, but she will remain with the group at some capacity. Recently honored...
Governor Maura Healey announced new actions to help Massachusetts families lower their heating and electric bills this winter. Governor Healey has declared a State of Energy Emergency and, through an Executive Order, is expanding eligibility for home heating assistance and...
The West End Museum, located at 50 Staniford St., Suite 7 (on Lomasney Way), presents ‘Boston and the Declaration of Independence: 1776 Musical & Lecture’ on July 10 at 6 p.m., Want to celebrate our nation’s 250th without the crazy...
MarketPlace Logan, which manages the concessions program at Boston Logan International Airport, and the Massachusetts Port Authority (Massport) celebrated the official arrival of Mike’s Pastry in Terminal C on Wednesday, September 23. Rich Davey, Chief Executive Officer, Massport, spoke to...
Special to the Regional Review At the heart of NEW Health is something truly special: our staff. Our physicians, nurses, counselors, and support teams show up every day with skill, compassion, and an unwavering commitment to the people they serve...
Mayor Michelle Wu announced the release of the US Army Corps of Engineers’ (USACE) draft Boston Coastal Storm Risk Management Feasibility Study, a once-in-a-generation study to protect Boston against coastal flooding and sea level rise. This study, projected to be...
Special to the Regional Review The Rose Kennedy Greenway Conservancy today announced that the Rose Kennedy Greenway in Boston has been awarded a Level I Accreditation by The ArbNet Arboretum Accreditation Program and The Morton Arboretum, for achieving particular standards...
Special to the Times Mayor Michelle Wu and the Mayor’s Office of Housing today released the results of Boston’s 2026 Point-in-Time Homelessness Count, showing continued progress in reducing homelessness citywide. The annual census found a 19 percent decrease in overall...
Special to the Regional Review The West End Museum, located at 150 Staniford St., Suite 7, will host four different events that include an archival footage screening and community night, author talk, and two walking tours. First, the museum presents...
The North End Athletic Association’s Midnight Riders lacrosse program enjoyed a successful and memorable day at the Battle of Boston Tournament on Saturday, June 6, held in South Boston. The tournament brought together 98 teams from across Massachusetts and the...
It’s thumbs up or is it green thumbs up, for the Friends of Christopher Columbus Park (FOCCP) which was recently inducted into the Mayor’s Garden Hall of Fame. FOCCP’s Historical Committee qualified for the prestigious award by planting in the...
The recent decision by those in charge at the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to allow for the sale of fruit-flavored vapes in the United States represents a huge step backwards after a longstanding ban of these fruit-flavored, nicotine-based products...
No, we are not Scottish. But we are big fans of the hit TV show Outlander, and “bairn,” the Scottish word for a newborn or a young child, has permanently entered our vocabulary. Two weeks ago our family welcomed a...
NEW Health Elaine Wilson 2026 scholarship was recently presented to lifelong North End resident Paige Fitzgerald, a student at Northeastern University. The Community Health Outreach and Public Service Scholarship reflects the values of service, community and commitment toward improving access...
Admiring her father’s routine of removing his exquisitely-raised bread from the oven and arranging it in large boxes to be hoisted above his head and set on the shelves of their family business is one of Vicky Kluse’s most cherished...
Harbor Tower climate project met the Nor’easter challenge No sooner than the residents of Harbor Towers held a celebration of the 20 million completions of its climate resilience project, they experienced the brunt of a Nor’easter that made its way...
Special to the Regional Review The Rose Kennedy Greenway Conservancy, the nonprofit responsible for the maintenance and activation of The Greenway, welcomes internationally recognized topiary artist Michael P. Gibson, of Gibson Works, to Boston this summer for a dynamic horticultural...
The MBTA has announced the availability of special edition collectible CharlieCards featuring iconic Boston landmarks to celebrate an exciting summer of events taking place in Boston and the surrounding Commonwealth this year. “The MBTA is excited to welcome thousands of...
By Eowyn Michaels On the third Thursday of each month, Makers Gallery Boston, located in the South End, holds one of the few Kumiko Panel workshops in the area. Kumiko is a centuries-old Japanese woodworking technique that requires no nails...
By Adam Swift The statistics show it has been a bad year for potholes in Boston so far, thanks to heavier than average snow and freeze and thaw cycles this winter. But the city’s Public Works Department is addressing the...
At the September 10 monthly meeting, the North End/Waterfront Residents’ Association (NEWRA) voted to support and oppose plans for 139-145 Richmond Street. The owner is seeking building code and zoning relief for interior changes to increase the number of residential...
Bunker Hill Community College’s (BHCC) is marking the third year of a $150,000 grant from Liberty Mutual Foundation supporting its DISH Food Pantry, which provides food and other essential resources to students and their families. Since opening in 2019, DISH...
Special to the Regional Review This summer, Bill Hanney’s award-winning North Shore Music Theatre (NSMT) will mount a new production of Andrew Lloyd Webber and Tim Rice’s celebrated musical, Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat. The production is scheduled to...
The Madonna Della Cava Feast celebrated is 106th year of bringing the tradition of faith and celebration from Pietraperzia Sicily to the New World of the Boston. It is one of the many Feasts and neighborhood festivals of the North...
Boston City Councilor Ed Flynn is proposing an expanded Curbside Food Waste Collection Program intended to reduce food waste in the city and limit rodent issues in residential neighborhoods. “It’s an opportunity for us to address pest control issues, but...
The Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority (MBTA) announced the launch of the new F10 “Harbor Loop” ferry route, beginning Monday, June 29, 2026. The new route will provide year-round weekday service connecting Lovejoy Wharf (North Station), Central Wharf (Aquarium), Seaport, and...
Special to the Regional Review This June, Bill Hanney’s award-winning North Shore Music Theatre (NSMT) will bring the heat to the stage as they kick off the 2026 Musical Season with On Your Feet! the incredible true story of Emilio...
NEW Health is now accepting applications for The Elaine Wilson Scholarship for Community Health Outreach & Public Service. Established in 2023, the Elaine Wilson Scholarship for Community Health Outreach and Public Service was named in honor of NEW Health’s founder...
NEAA clinic and instruction baseball players to go to Sox game Fifteen players, parents and coach Chris Filiberto of the North End Athletic Association (NEAA) baseball clinic and instruction program, through the generosity of the Niki Jr. RBI Baseball Program,...
NEMPAC 10th Soiree a Musical/Arts success If you happened to miss this year’s North End Music and Performing Arts Center (NEMPAC) 10th Soiree fundraiser, it was an enjoyable evening of magical music and artists. The event featured a theme décor,...
Special to the Regional Review Tick bites are sending Americans to emergency rooms at rates not seen in a decade, according to a CDC statement released in April 2026. With Lyme disease, Rocky Mountain spotted fever, and alpha-gal syndrome all...
By Gianfranco Iaia Over 50 people at the Inter Club Boston, located in the North End, celebrated Italy beating Parma 2-0 crowning them champions of Italy for the 21st time in their history. After a disappointing end to last years...
with equal protection and due process initiatives filed by Senator Edwards Special to the Regional Review Senator Lydia Edwards joined her colleagues in the Massachusetts Senate to pass An Act Promoting Rule of Law, Oversight, Trust, and Equal Constitutional Treatment...
USACE manages more than 400 lake and river projects nationwide and welcomes millions of visitors each year. While those visits create opportunities for recreation and family memories, preventable tragedies still occur on public waters annually, many involving people not wearing...
Special to the Regional Review Recently, the Massachusetts House of Representatives passed H. 4093, legislation that would raise the maximum age requirement for entrance to the Boston Police Academy from 40 to 45. The proposal originated as a Home Rule...
A bill proposed by Gov. Maura Healey, known as the Ride Safe Act, that would require an annual registration, liability insurance, and an official Massachusetts license plate for electric “bicycles” that are capable of exceeding 30 m.p.h. is long overdue...
Special to the Regional Review Boston City Councilor Gabriela Coletta Zapata (District 1) introduced an ordinance to strengthen tenant protections during rental inspection code violations amid the ongoing housing crisis, including increasing penalties for landlords found in violation. Currently, Boston...
The 2026 North End Athletic Association Fall soccer program is the biggest it has ever been. “With over 230 players on 18 teams in 3 age groups it has grown beyond my wildest imagination.” stated NEAA Sports Coordinator John Romano...
Mayor Michelle Wu today joined City leaders and public safety officials at the Boston Summer Events Command Center (BSECC) to provide an update on the extensive planning and coordination efforts underway to prepare for a summer that will bring millions...
WECC Bocce Night in North End Free bocce night sponsored by the West End Community Center was held at Langone Park on Atlantic Avenue. It was a great event opportunity for younger people to connect with to connect in a...
By Phil Orlandella Three years ago, the North End Athletic Association (NEAA) decided to start the organization’s first lacrosse program and it quickly became a huge success in the neighborhood growing into a very popular activity for local residents. This...
NEW Health has launched the Community Care Society, an annual giving society made up of individuals and businesses who donate $500 or more each year. The Center’s donors have helped provide support to programs, enabling the advancement of a mission...
Many local pet owners gathered at the Paul Revere Mall (Prado) to participate in the annual Old North Church’s Blessing of the Animals under a warm sunny day. Many two-and-four-legged animals took part in the North End tradition that blends...
Special to Regional Review The USS Constitution Museum announces the opening of Exploring Old Ironsides, a new photography exhibition featuring the work of longtime Museum photographer Greg M. Cooper. Presented with generous support from Yawkey Foundation, the exhibition invites the...
A grant has been awarded to Old North Illuminated (ONI), which operates the Old North Church Historic Site, to research and document that before the North End Little Italy came about, it was a thriving Jewish community in the 1800s...
Mayor Michelle Wu, joined by Boston Public Schools leaders, student-athletes and coaches, after-school youth organizations, park advocates, parents, residents, elected officials, small business owners, and Boston Legacy FC welcomed the Massachusetts Supreme Judicial Court’s (SJC) unanimous decision affirming the City’s...
“The story of Anthony Santoro, Jr. and Gina Marie Volpe began on a sunny Thursday afternoon in the fall of 1918. On this beautiful day in Boston’s North End, after a long, busy day at school, Anthony eagerly walked down...
Special to the Regional Review The City of Boston, in partnership with Bloomberg Philanthropies, announced that Boston youth can help shape innovative climate resilience solutions through the Youth Climate Action Fund. The Bloomberg Philanthropies fund supports youth-led climate resilience projects...
Special to the Regional Review Mayor Michelle Wu announced the appointment of Diana Fernandez Bibeau as the new Commissioner of Parks and Recreation and Deputy Chief of Open Space. Fernandez Bibeau will begin serving in her new role on June...
As the Freedom Trail celebrates 75 years, the Freedom Trail Foundation invites revelers of all ages to experience this year’s Historic Holiday Strolls. The festive atmosphere of the city, set against the unique backdrop of Boston’s historic sites and centuries...
By Phil OrlandellaDespite stormy skies, hundreds of players and spectators turned out for the 9th annual North EndCornhole Tournament held on the Greenway. The event founded by State Rep. Aaron Michlewitz raisesfunds for the North End Music and Performing Arts...
There’s a character waiting for you on the Greenway Carousel This season, the Greenway Carousel is open until January 3 for families to visit and take a ride on this unique ADA accessible carousel that features 36 hand carved characters...
By John Romano Registration for NEAA 2026 Fall Soccer is now underway. Our program will begin on Saturday, September 12th and run through Saturday November 7th. There will be no games on Sat. October 10th as part of Columbus...
Special to the Regional Review The Rose Kennedy Greenway Conservancy is delighted to welcome Boston-born artist Rixy, who will begin work this week on the 2026 Dewey Square Mural—one of the city’s most vibrant and visible canvases for public art...
