Vision for Vacancy: What Should Replace Sibling Rivalry?
The long time restaurant veteran of 525 Tremont Street, Sibling Rivalry, has closed its doors after nine years in business. The restaurant served a blend of new American food with a “dueling chef” premise. “We will be officially closed as of April 2nd,” a sign on the door reads. “Thank you for your local support and memories these past nine years.” What kind of business – restaurant or otherwise – would you like to see move into this space? A coffee shop? A lunch place? A bowling alley? If you’d like to see a new restaurant, what type do you think the South End needs most? Tell us in the comments. SOUTH END PATCH: Facebook | Twitter | E-mail Updates South End Patch
Hubway Rides Replace 13 Percent of Car Trips in Boston
Boston’s popular three-season bicycle share system has done more than provide residents with a quick, cheap mode of transportation, it’s taken a few cars off the road in the process. Nicole Freedman, director of bicycle programs for the city of Boston, said 13 percent of the 675,000 rides taken in the first two years of the Hubway system are “car replacement” rides, according to survey data collected by the city. In other words, those riders signaled that if not for their Hubway bike ride, they would be driving, Freedman said. That amounts to 87,750 rides that were taken on a bicycle as opposed to in a car. The Hubway system has been available to the public for about 240 days per year in its first two seasons, Freedman said. The system, which closes during winter months, opened in Boston July 20, 2011. SOUTH END PATCH: Facebook | Twitter | E-mail Updates South End Patch