Encore Boston Harbor Ends Lower Broadway’s History of Being ‘Back Door to Boston’ The opening ceremonies on Sunday morning, June 23, quickly became a spotlight for Mayor Carlo DeMaria, who rejoiced in being able to tell the large crowds assembled…
Month: June 2019
Councilors Talk Traffic, Parking in Wake of Casino Opening
At Monday night’s regularly scheduled City Council meeting, Councilors presented a number of new items that would strengthen the City’s parking and traffic infrastructure in the wake of this past weekend’s opening of Encore Boston Harbor. •Parking An item introduced…
Maddox: Lower Broadway Will Be a Destination ‘District’ in 10 Years
As the ribbon was cut on the $2.6 billion Encore resort casino, plans were already in the works to add more and make the casino less of an island and more of a centerpiece to an entire entertainment district along…
Host Community Agreement Payments Now a Focus for City
The City’s Host Community Agreement (HCA) was signed and reviewed by residents such a long time ago, but with the opening of Encore on June 23, that agreement was triggered into action – and it will mean $25 million in…
Shaq Highlights Entertainment Business at Encore Opening
When you think of night life in Everett post-June 23, think of a 7-foot-tall retired NBA star who can spin tunes as skillfully as he formerly shattered backboards. On Thursday, June 27, NBA Hall-of-Famer (and one-time Boston Celtic) Shaquille O’Neal…
The Buffet at Encore Boston Harbor Is an Extraordinary Dining Experience
The Encore Boston Harbor buffet is a true Las Vegas-style buffet, according to Warren Richards, executive director of food and beverage at the new $2.6 billion resort and judging by the long lines and comments from guests who have enjoyed…
Wynn, Encore Officials Hail DeMaria for His Vision for Everett
Robert DeSalvio, president of Wynn Boston Harbor and Matt Maddox, CEO of president of Wynn Resorts, each hailed Carlo DeMaria’s vision for Everett during the pre-grand opening press conference Friday at the $2.6 billion resort/casino. “Mr. Mayor, I want to…
State Police Log Five Arrests, One Summons at Casino in Opening Days
The Massachusetts State Police reported on Tuesday they had made five arrests and issued one summons at the Encore casino during the opening period and three of the arrests were of New York residents. On opening day, June 23, the…
City Council Monday Meeting Highlights
On Monday, June 24, during its last regularly scheduled Council meeting until the fall, Council discussed several issues relating to City governance. All Councilors were present except for Councilor John McKinnon, who had a prior engagement. •Recognizing City Clerk Councilor…
Council: Bluebikes ‘A Disaster’, ‘Can’t Stay Where They Are’
At Monday night’s Council meeting, Councilors expressed concern over the City’s recent rollout of the Bluebikes program, and the discussion resulted in a unanimous called for an emergency meeting with Mayor Carlo DeMaria and the representatives of Bluebikes. In an…