It started as an idea and a way to address what Sandra Nijjar saw as a growing problem in East Boston. Nijjar was seeing an ever increasing number of homeless in and around Maverick and Central squares. So three years…
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KO Pies Stays for Now
Last November the East Boston Times sat down with KO Pies owner Sam Jackson and the successful restauranteur stunned all foodies who live in East Boston when he announced he was looking to sell the business by the end of…
The Opioid Project Comes to East Boston
Co-founder and creator of the “Opioid Project,” Nancy Marks brought her unique multimedia campaign that helps those who have struggled with addiction or lost someone to addiction cope and heal through art to East Boston. Last week at the ICA’s…
Carlo’s Catering Pitches New Restaurant Concept
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…
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…