Alex McGillivry Feature

In December, we spoke with restaurants and bars surrounding Boston’s North Station area to see how the NHL lockout was affecting sales. We found that most businesses lost nearly 50% of their revenue. Now with the return of hockey, Christina Kirkman checked in with the Fours and The Greatest Boston Bar to see if sales are back on track.

NHL Followup

Mind vs. Body

Where Did All The Italians Go?

This story takes a deeper look at the ways in which North End residents and historical societies have attempted to preserve the Italian culture in the neighborhood. We hear the voices of 2 members of the North End Historical Society and a writer on the subject who believes the tradition simply no longer exists.

Is the North End at a dead end?

The Pirandello Lyceum is a non-profit cultural organization which aims to encourage a greater appreciation of Italian culture. The Lyceum is most known for the 'I Migliori' award which is granted yearly to Italian-Americans who excel in their field of work and within the culture. In this story we hear the voice of the Lyceum's president as well as two of the honorees.

Preserving more than just a last name

With the gentrification issue that has been going on in the North End, many residents say they believe education may be the last hope in preserving the Italian tradition. In this story, we hear the voice of an Italian North End resident who works for the Mayor and has a daughter who attends one of the schools in the neighborhood.

ABC, it's as easy as Uno, Due, Tre?

The recent increase in liquor licenses in the North End has stirred up quite the debate. I sat down and spoke with a lawyer, a resident and a restaurant owner in the neighborhood to hear all opposing sides of the argument. Many college students and business owners are viewing the wine glass as half full, but, as far as the residents go moving to quieter Boston neighborhoods has become an unsettling reality.

Liquor Licenses in The North End

The recent National Hockey League lockout, which has already cost two months of the season, isn't looking to make much progress, and neither is the financial standing of many restaurants and bars near the Boston Garden.

No hockey means no business

Christina Kirkman and Logan Leavitt answered questions about relationships and dating in college. Hear about how students just like you would describe their love life!

Cmarie Kirkman

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