Since the 1950s the Scire family has been feeding the hungry masses in East Boston with topnotch food that has become a staple of many diets in the neighborhood. One block away from its original location, Sammy Carlo’s Catering has…
Month: October 2019
Help.Org Names Two Eastie Rehab Facilities among The Best In The City
In recent years years Help.org has emerged as a trusted online resource for individuals who struggle with addiction. Last week the organization announced its pick for the Best Rehab Facilities in Boston. Among the 17 facilities chosen by Help.org, based…
Boston Christmas Festival Returns to Seaport for Final Year
The Boston Christmas Festival is hosting hundreds of juried Artisans selling their handcrafted items, gourmet foods, and unique gifts at the Seaport World Trade Center the weekend of November 8-10. It’s like combining Etsy and Pinterest and bringing it to…
Community News
OHNC Meeting Set for Oct. 21 The next meeting of the Orient Heights Neighborhood Council (OHNC) will be Monday, Oct. 21, at 6:30 p.m. at the YMCA gym on 58 Ashley St. For your information and so that you can…
Community Calendar
Harbor View Neighborhood Association First Monday of every month 6:30 p.m. at the Edward Brooke Charter School, 145 Byron St. Kiwanis Club of East Boston First and Third Tuesday of every month 6 p.m. at Spinelli’s Restaurant in Day Square.…
Dirty Water Dough Coming to Eastie
The Boston pizzeria that has made a splash in the Back Bay is expanding its operation to include East Boston. Owners of Dirty Water Dough on Newbury Street announced that they will open at the former Dough East Boston location…
The Quiet Few Looking to Expand Hours
Since it opened in the spring, The Quiet Few at 331 Sumner St. has been nothing but busy. Owned by East Boston resident Josh Weinstein, the newest addition to Eastie’s bar and restaurant scene has been nothing but packed almost…
Police Briefs 10-16-2019
District Seven Police Report Monday, September 30, 2019 No Arrests Tuesday, October 1, 2019 No Arrests Wednesday, October 2, 2019 Around 11:55 a.m. in the area of 37 Meridian St., a 25-year-old male with an East Boston address was arrested…
The Meatless Revolution Is Here
By now we’ve all seen the ads from Burger King for the plant-based burgers that the fast-food chain is offering to its customers. For anyone who has not tried these “burgers,” we can assure you that you’re in for a…
Obituaries 10-16-2019
Dorothy Wilkes Of East Boston Dorothy A. “Dottie” (Vespa) Wilkes of East Boston died peacefully on Oct. 12. She was the beloved wife of Frederick C Wilkes, devoted mother of Frederick “Ricky” and his late wife, Theresa of New York and…