I do not think they will ever rebound. The oldtimers are retired and do not want to get involved. There is a recession even with oc so unless you want to sell drugs and do forever it will never be the same just my opinion.
You have to look at where it is too. Generally speaking, most people who live in the North End of Boston didn't really mind the mob being there, because a lot of the street gangs would stay away from that area so it was generally safer. It'll never be like it was in years past, but that's not to say they won't rebound.
