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YOUR VOTE COUNTS, JUST ASK JULIA MEJIA WWW.SOUTHBOSTONTODAY.COM n Tuesday, Alejandra St. Go to ourSouth Boston Today Guillen told supporters page to view us online. that she has conceded in Make sure you like & share with O your favorite social media! the race for the fourth and final at-large City Council seat to Julia Mejia, after a recount gave Mejia a one-vote victory in an election t where 67,000 ballots were cast. Bos on T St. Guillen had been weighing h o t d whether to appeal contested ballots u a o to the state courts but said Tuesday y S she will accept the outcome. “Last night, I believed that I owed it to my supporters and the voters @SBostonToday to fully review the results from the recount before moving forward. Af- ter weighing all the options with my Want to see your ad in South team and my family, I have come Boston Today & SBT Online? to the decision to not move forward with a court challenge,” she tweeted Office: 617.268.4032 or out. She added, “I am so grateful cell: 617.840.1355 or email at to every person who supported me [email protected] over this last year in our campaign @SBostonToday CONTINUED ON page 6

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EDITORIALEDITORIAL Hey You Turkeys, Get Off of My Car here is a lot of talk on ently feel safe and quite at home and most recently, a flock of the South Boston’s social among us and the sight of them unpredictable birds attacking the Tmedia sites about turkeys delights a lot of residents. But a tires of a police cruiser for no ap- roaming our streets and back word of caution: .Look at them if parent reason. yards. Well, that’s because there it pleases you but we recommend There was one report out of a are a lot of turkeys in town and not approaching them. Because South Shore town where school we don’t mean the plump and unlike the fluffy and adorable children find the need to carry juicy variety that graced many of rabbits that wouldn’t harm a soul hockey sticks while waiting for our Thanksgiving dinner tables that have invaded our inner-city the school bus to come to use last week. Nope, these are the enclave over the past year, wild to fend off the winged visi- wild turkeys that are turning up turkeys can get pretty aggres- tors. Sometimes, this could be in flocks in practically every part sive, if they choose, and even if a necessary defense if attacked. of the neighborhood. not provoked. Most have seen So, our advice is to keep a safe They seem to like to perch on the news reports of wild turkeys distance and follow the recom- fences as well as on the roof and in some towns actually chasing mendations of wildlife experts hood of vehicles. They appar- mail carriers back into their trucks and do not feed them.

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Hughes and Pacitti Honored By “Friends For Children” Organization eborah Hughes, president and CEO Dof Brookview House in Dorchester, and South Boston Legend Rob- ert Pacitti, were honored as Man & Woman of the Year by the Friends for Children organization on December 4th for their many years of dedication and leadership to the issues affecting children. Each year, Brookview proof the Board of the Joseph vides 370 women and chil- “Dodo” Nee South Bos- dren experiencing homeless- ton Collaborative Center, ness with safe housing and the South Boston Special multi-generational support Kids & Young Adults, the services to achieve long- South Boston Neighborhood term stability and economic House (The Ollie) and the independence. Robert’s Harry McDonough Sailing support to so many efforts Center. He is also a sup- knows no bounds. Among porter of the South Boston them, he serves as a member Community Health.

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is the season of peace, love rate. You can go high tech and spend Home. Among the most requested star Dolly Parton made the annual and good will toward all, a lot of money on a state-of-the- items needed are warm hats, socks, Christmas tree lighting on Boston Tas far as many people are art security/video system. As most gloves, scarves, coats etc… The Common extra special last week concerned. But police remind us know, in 2019, there are security items can be dropped off at the post when she surprised the crowd with to be aware that even though most systems like ‘Ring’ that will shoot on Saturday, December 21st, between an appearance and wished every- would never think of doing so, like live video footage to your phones the hours of 9am and noon time. one a Merry Christmas. Those who most years, there still are those who whenever there is movement out- These veterans who reside there and were there that night loved it and are prowling our streets looking for side your home, and you can even have served our country during times by the reaction of the crowd, they delivered packages to steal. Yes, it communicate by audio to anyone of war and peace, will be grateful for love her. And why not? She is a happens in many places including on the premises. But you don’t have the items and it would be a real nice down to earth performer, generous South Boston and especially during to spend a lot to get good results. gesture during the Christmas season. beyond belief and is sincere when the Christmas season, when there are Stores like Walmart, Bass Pro-Shops We’ll print more reminders on the she tells her fans how much she considerably more delivered items and Cabelas sell ‘Game Cameras’ SBT social media sites as the time of loves and appreciates them. She left on door-steps by FEDEX, UPS used by hunters that cost as little as the collection draws near. made this annual event even more , the US Postal Service and other $25 and take excellent still pictures And finally, Country music super- special by showing up. delivery services. as well as video. Positioned at the Losing those special gifts that proper angles, they can catch the often cost quite a bit of money can image of the thieves themselves on put a damper on anyone’s Christmas SD cards and even the license plate Let Our Family Help Your Family spirit. And it’s not just the monetary numbers if the thieves are using worth that makes the gifts so valu- vehicles for their getaway. able. Most often a lot of thought But the neighborhood watch meth- CASPER and love goes into selecting just od is probably the way to go as well Funeral & Cremations Services the right item for the special people and if all are in agreement, it won’t Established tiredin 1930 of watching the preening in our lives, which makes it even cost a dime; just neighbors help- egotists on stage and their politi- worse if they are stolen. But there ing neighbors. As law enforcement Serving Families with Dignity and Respect cal preaching. But there is hope for are precautions we can all take to sources will tell you, word spreads through the toughestmovie of lovers times who forare also tired of all cut down the odds that we will be quickly among criminals. If they over 80 theyears left-wing propaganda being put victims of these thefts. know that there are people watching out by Hollywood. The new Rambo Police sources have suggested a out for one another in a certain area, Home of Personal Service movie, starring of course Sylvester type of neighborhood watch agree- they will go elsewhere to commit Pre-Planning Specialists Stallone, called ‘Last Blood’ is said to ment between neighbors that can foil their crimes. And South Boston be outstanding. It is action packed but even the most determined thieves. people have always been famous for also sends a message about the danger One plan is to select one or more watching out for one another. Casper’s specializes in of open borders. The film critics hate neighbors to work with. Whenever So, we hope this word of caution Massachusetts Cremation Services & it and are melting down because of someone sees a package on the door will remind all to keep your eyes Veteran Services that message, but the viewers love it. I steps of a nearby neighbor, they take open for the package thieves this highly recommend it. it into their own homes and either year. If we all work together it will Please visit our website for bring it by when the neighbor returns ensure that this Christmas season information you may find home or at least notify them that they will be Merry. helpful during a time of need have the delivered package, which Here’s a special message from our can be picked up at their conve- friends at the Thomas J. Fitzgerald www.casperfuneralservices.com nience. If each neighbor involved in VFW Post located at 561 E. Fourth the agreement does the same for each Street in Southie – across from Stop Casper Funeral Home other it will greatly lower the chance & Shop. Once again, this year, the 187 Dorchester Street David Casper that the item will be stolen. 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From the Globe: “Safety ‘is not the Window Into The State House priority’ at the MBTA, panel finds.” Window Into The State House provides our readers a synopsis of important issues of interest, past and current, that are being proposed, debated or Of course, some people, like acted upon by the Massachusetts Legislature. Many issues that are not related to local city government services are acted upon and have a direct House Speaker Robert DeLeo, are impact on daily life. They are tax policy, transportation infrastructure, judicial appointments, social services and health, as well as higher education. We will excerpt reports from the gavel-to-gavel coverage of House and Senate sessions by news sources focused on this important aspect of our lives. now suggesting that more money These sources include a look ahead at the coming week in state government and summaries and analyses of the past week, re-caps of a range of state government activity, as well as links to other news. is the answer to the T’s problems (SHNS). Which is probably true. But do people really want to sink Every vote truly counts: Mejia wins yet be challenged in court. side panel’s report on the T – From more money into a system that’s council recount by only one vote Boston Magazine: “The MBTA’s clearly mismanaged? The Herald’s They’re pulling out the ‘every The latest scathing T report: Will Leadership Is ‘Defeated, Helpless Joe Battenfeld gets closest to the vote counts’ cliché – and well anyone be held responsible? and in Some Cases Hopeless.’” management matter by pointing a they should. Boston City Council It wasn’t just a scathing report on From MassLive: “MBTA safety finger straight at Gov. Charlie Baker At-Large Candidate Julia Mejia safety ‘deficiencies’ at the MBTA. It report finds deficiencies ‘in almost and Transportation Secretary Steph- was declared the winner – by one was a scathing and damning indict- every area’ of system.” From Com- anie Pollack. vote – after a three-day recount of ment on the overall mismanagement monWealth magazine: “Panel offers We do know this: The current nearly 45,000 votes. WGBH’s Isaiah of the MBTA in recent years. Think scathing assessment of transit opera- management team – including the Thompson, the Globe’s Milton Va- we’re exaggerating? Here’s a small tions.” From SHNS’s Chris Lisin- MBTA’s fiscal control board – is lancia and Universal Hub have the sampling of the headlines follow- ski: “Experts: MBTA Safety Woes simply failing. Do we really need details on the recount – which may ing yesterday’s release of an out- Underscored by Trust, Fear Issues.” more proof of this after this report?

for City schools, it is clear that the Sen. Collins, Commonwealth is dedicated to a quality education for all students. What could Rep. Biele possibly be more important than invest- ing in the future of our young people?” Vote to Enact “We have a responsibility to invest in the Student our youth, their education, and their future,” said Rep. Biele. “This landmark Opportunity Act legislation will help ensure that Boston Public Schools, and public schools tate Senator Nick Collins and across the state, have the necessary State Representative David Biele, resources to provide high-quality edu- Salong with their colleagues in cation to students regardless of income tion funding and policy by: when students leave to attend charter both chambers of the Massachusetts level or zip code, giving our students • Increasing special education enroll- schools, within a three-year timetable; Legislature, unanimously voted to enact the tools they need to succeed and ment and cost assumptions to more • Expanding the special education circuit the Student Opportunity Act. thrive in the classroom and beyond.” accurately reflect district enrollment. breaker program, which reimburses dis- This legislation, providing an unprec- The Student Opportunity Act • Providing additional funding based tricts for extraordinary special education edented $1.5 billion new investment in provides significant support to school on the share of low-income students in costs, to include transportation as well Massachusetts K-12 public education districts that serve high concentrations each school district; and as instructional cost, to be implemented system, ensures public schools have of low-income students and English • Returning the definition of low- over the next four years; and the resources to provide high-quality learners. All school districts across the income to 185 percent of the Federal • Raising the annual cap on Massachu- education to students across the state, Commonwealth will benefit from up- Poverty Level, as opposed to the 133 setts School Building Authority spending regardless of zip code or income level. dates to the existing funding formula, percent level used in recent years. for construction and renovation of school Assuming inflation, over the seven- with increased state investments in vital • Increases funding for English learners. building projects by $200 million. year implementation timeline the bill education aid programs such as special In addition to implementing the FBRC’s In order to track and reproduce will provide an estimated $2.2 billion education transportation and school recommended formula changes, the successful school and district-level in support of public schools. The City construction and renovation. Student Opportunity Act provides an programs and policies, the legislation of Boston and Boston Public Schools The Student Opportunity Act fully additional $100 million in state financial calls on school districts to develop are projected to receive an additional implements the recommendations of support in several categories to help and make publicly available plans for $115 million for public education under the 2015 Foundation Budget Review public schools and communities deliver closing opportunity gaps and includes Chapter 70 over the next several years. Commission (FBRC) in order to a high-quality education to every stu- language, to ensure that plans consider “I was proud to vote for this unprec- support the “educational programs dent. Those fiscal supports include: input from school committees and edented investment in local educa- and services necessary to achieve the • Increasing foundation rates for guid- other stakeholders. The legislation also tion,” said Sen. Collins. “The State has Commonwealth’s educational goals” ance and psychological services in establishes a Data Advisory Commis- demonstrated its commitment to Boston as stated in the Commission’s mission. recognition of the growing need for sion to help improve the use of data at Public Schools over the past decade, The bill provides an estimated $1.4 expanded social-emotional support and the state, district, and school levels to but this bill really ramps up the invest- billion in new Chapter 70 aid over mental health services; inform strategies that strengthen teach- ments. In addition to the $222 million in and above inflation when fully imple- • Committing to fully funding charter ing, learning and resource allocation. baseline education funds, and the $202 mented over the next seven years. The school tuition reimbursement, which The bill was signed into law by Gov- million in unrestricted aid we allocate legislation modernizes the K-12 educa- provides transitional aid to help districts ernor Charlie Baker. December 12, 2019 SOUTHBOSTONTODAY • www.southbostontoday.com 5

Councilors Flynn & Flaherty, DND Held Informational Meeting on Senior Programs an overview of programs such dents also received brochures and seniors stay safe and comfortable in n partnership with the City of as Seniors Save and the Senior informational materials about city their homes, and we will continue to Boston Dept. of Neighborhood Home Repair, where eligible programs and services available work closely with our city depart- IDevelopment (DND) and the seniors can obtain grants or 0% to seniors and homeowners. ments to ensure that our residents Boston Home Center, Boston City interest loans to replace aging “Thank you to the Department are aware of the helpful assistance Councilors Ed Flynn & Michael heating systems, and to make of Neighborhood Development for they provide.” Flaherty held an informational meet- emergency, moderate or minor coming out over the weekend to For more information, please visit ing this past Saturday, Dec. 7th at the repairs to their homes. DND discuss valuable home repair pro- https://www.boston.gov/depart- South Boston Library on senior home representatives were able to walk grams available to our seniors,” said ments/neighborhood-development/ repair programs offered by the city. residents through the application Councilors Flynn and Flaherty in boston-home-center or contact In the meeting, staff from DND process for these programs and a joint statement. “The city offers neighborhooddevelopment.dnd@ & the Boston Home Center gave answer pertinent questions. Resi- a variety of programs that help our boston.gov and 617-635-3880.

board chair. Tinlin will help to sup- Baker to formally recognize Septem- only spends .83 per person afflicted. Tom Tinlin port BAF’s mission and continue ber as Brain Aneurysm Awareness in All the proceeds that Tinlin and its work as the globally recognized his home state. his family raised supports BAF, of Named Board leader in brain aneurysm awareness, “It is my privilege to serve as board which $40,000, went to the Thomas education, support, advocacy and re- chair. As a survivor I feel I have J. Tinlin Chair of Research. This Chair of Brain search funding. Tinlin started work- been given a gift and this is my way year he traveled to Pasadena, CA to ing with the foundation following of giving back,” said Tinlin. “As I award Dr. Steffen-Sebastian Bolz Aneurysm his own experience with a ruptured continue to work with BAF and the of the University of Toronto, the brain aneurysm in April 2017. In brain aneurysm community, my goal grant to support his research proj- Foundation just two years, Tinlin has dedicated is to increase the general public’s and ect. “BAF is so grateful for all of himself to the organization and has medical professionals’ understanding the work that Tom, his family and worked tirelessly to raise awareness and education of the early warning his community have done to help and research funding. signs that can easily be misdiag- elevate the level of awareness of “I am thrilled to have Tom suc- nosed. My hope is that the work that brain aneurysms and raise critical ceed me as board chair. His per- we do today will lead to early detec- research funds. Tom understands sonal and professional experience tion and successful treatment of brain how important it is to have more makes him a wonderful asset to the aneurysms in the future.” people know what a brain aneurysm board. He understands firsthand the For the first time this year, Tinlin is and how to identify a potential importance of continuing the foun- and his family organized the first an- rupture. Understanding the early dation’s work nationally and across nual “18 for 18” Tinlin Family Golf warning signs and knowing the globe,” said Former Board Chair, Tournament, which was the largest facts saves lives,” said BAF Execu- and Founder and CEO of RL Lead- fundraiser in the foundation’s histo- tive Director Christine Buckley. ers and Capstone National Partners ry. The tournament name represents To learn more about brain aneu- John C. Rogers. a startling statistic; a brain aneurysm rysm disease or to support the BAF, In 2018, Tinlin received BAF’s Sur- ruptures every 18 minutes. Of the please visit bafound.org. vivor Champion Award for his work 30,000 people each year that suffer ABOUT THE BRAIN ANEU- within the brain aneurysm community. a rupture, 40 percent will die, and of RYSM FOUNDATION This year he emceed the event help- those who survive, 66 percent will Founded in Boston and now based ing to honor individuals, such as City endure permanent neurological defi- in Hanover, Massachusetts, the Brain oston resident and brain an- of Boston Mayor Martin J. Walsh, for cits that limit their ability to resume Aneurysm Foundation is the globally eurysm survivor Tom Tinlin their efforts to raise awareness. Tinlin a normal life. Despite how often a recognized leader in brain aneurysm Bhas been named the Brain has also been instrumental in working rupture occurs and how devasting awareness, education, support, advo- Aneurysm Foundation’s (BAF) with Massachusetts Governor Charlie the outcome, the federal government cacy and research funding. 6 SOUTHBOSTONTODAY • www.southbostontoday.com December 12, 2019

All-America Honors For Emmett Forde Of South Boston obart College junior lineback- high 3.5 tackles for loss and forced a er Emmett Forde of South fumble against the Engineers. He HBoston was named to the capped the regular season with seven 2019 AFCA Division III All-America tackles, all solo, and a 19-yard scoop first team which were announced today and score in the win at Rochester. by the American Football Coaches As- Hobart went 9-2 this season. It’s the sociation. He is the eighth Statesman to ninth time in the 126-season history of be named an AFCA All-American and the program that the Statesmen have the first first-team selection since cur- won at least nine games. Hobart posted rent Tampa Bay Buccaneer Ali Marpet a 4-2 record in Liberty League play, ty- ‘15 in 2014. ing for second in the standings. A starter in all 11 games this sea- The Statesmen ranked sixth in the na- son, Forde led Hobart with 81 tackles. tion in turnovers gained with 17 intercep- His 21 tackles for loss led the Liberty tions (15th) and 13 fumbles recovered League and were the most by a States- (11th). The Hobart defense was among man since Tyre Coleman ‘15 had 28.5 the best in the nation in the red zone, as in 2014. Forde is 16th in the nation in opponents scored on just 57.5 percent of tackles for loss per game (1.9). He also their trips inside the 20 (23-40). shared the league lead in fumbles forced In 30 career games, Forde has 139 (3) and fumbles recovered (2). tackles, 27.5 for loss, 8.5 sacks, five The 2019 Liberty League Defen- pass breakups, four forced fumbles, sive Player of the Year and All-Liberty three fumble recoveries, and two inter- League pick was named the confer- ceptions. On Hobart’s career lists, he is ence’s defensive performer of the week 13th in tackles for loss, tied for 18th in three times this season. He opened the fumbles forced and 22nd in sacks. Forde season with eight tackles and two in- is the first linebacker in Hobart history terceptions in a win over nationally- to earn AFCA All-American honors. ranked Brockport. Forde posted a Emmett is the son of Kay and Paul season-high 12 tackles and forced a Forde, and siblings Patrick and Rose. fumble in the win over Montclair State. His Mom said, “I am so proud of Em- The following week, he rang up 10 mett and his achievement! His foot- tackles at Union and followed that with ball career started here with South another 12 tackle effort in the win over Boston Pop Warner and continued at Rensselaer. Forde also posted a season- Catholic Memorial.”

Your Vote Counts continued from front page Boston Election Commissioner Mejia said the campaign will unofficial results released late on to build a better Boston for all. I am Eneida Tavares by shortly af- prepare for another review of the Election Night showed St. Guillen so proud of what we accomplished ter 6 p.m., and after lawyers for votes. “At the end of the day, for just 10 votes behind Mejia from and, even though we came up short, both candidates made final argu- me, it’s always been about build- winning the Council’s fourth at- I feel like we are all winners.” ments over a handful of contested ing political power in low-income large seat. Later vote tallies showed Boston City Council At-Large ballots — arguments that could communities,” she said. “The Mejia ahead by just five votes, and Candidate Julia Mejia has now have swayed the outcome of the more opportunities that we have to then eight votes by last count at the officially secured the fourth- election. The Board of Election demonstrate the value of our vote, time the recount began. place spot for the Council’s four voted to allow one ballot that had the better this story is going to be. Despite weeks of uncertainty at-large seats after a three-day- previously been rejected and not So, if we’re going to court, we’re over who would take the Council long recount. According to the to allow another one. It was not going to court.” seat, one outcome became clear on tally, certified Monday by the clear which, if either, candidate Neither state nor city laws pro- Election Night: The Council would city’s Board of Election, Mejia those ballots favored. The St. vide for automatic recounts, no see its first Latina member with won out over St. Guillen, by one Guillen campaign had 24 hours to matter how close the margin of an either candidate. vote - 22,492 to 22,491. “It feels decide whether it will contest the election. Instead, candidates must The recount marked the first incredibly overwhelming to win results in court, and the campaign petition the city for recounts ward citywide recount since 2001, when by one vote,” Mejia told reporters was deciding overnight whether by ward — for each of the city’s 22 City Council At-Large Candidate Monday night. “It really goes to to take that step and candidate St. wards — by submitting at least 50 Felix D. Arroyo emerged as the reinforce the message we’ve been Guillen made the tough decision resident signatures from each ward fifth-place vote-getter ahead of promoting all along, that every the next morning. the candidate wishes recounted. opponent Robert Consalvo by just vote matters.” When asked Monday evening Both Mejia and St. Guillen peti- over 60 votes after initially trailing The final tally was announced about the possibility of a recount, tioned for citywide recounts after Consalvo by 33 votes. December 12, 2019 SOUTHBOSTONTODAY • www.southbostontoday.com 7 Martin J. McDonough Hero Square Dedication ast Saturday, the latest “Hero The Juneau, which was deployed the bag pipes that really helped set organizations do in the neighborhood Square” was dedicated in to the Pacific, fought many battles the tone for this very special event. on behalf of South Boston’s many Lmemory of another South with McDonough on board. On Also, honoring the gathering with veterans and their families. Boston war hero. Family members, November 12, 1942, the Juneau was their presence was Colonel Anthony The dedication of the Martin friends of the family, elected offi- hit by an enemy torpedo and sunk. Hinson and the South Boston High J. McDonough Hero Square last cials, representatives from Veterans McDonough was listed as missing at School Jr. ROTC. They looked sharp Saturday was another reminder of Services and a crowd of proud and sea and presumed dead. and very professional as they always the tremendous respect the South supportive South Bostonians turned More than 70 years have passed but do in their uniforms. Boston Community has always had out to witness the name of Martin J. South Boston never forgets its vet- Susan McDonough, who is com- and to this day, still has for all of its McDonough take its place among erans, past and present, and that was mander of the McDonough post (no veterans. This is a neighborhood that the more than 1200 other war heroes confirmed once again by the turnout relation to Martin J.) was the MC of holds its veterans in high esteem for who names appear on their own ‘Hero last Saturday. Mayor Martin Walsh, the dedication and did an excellent the sacrifices they have made on our Squares all over the City of Boston. State representative David Biele and job putting it together, was pre- nation’s behalf. The Martin J. McDonough Hero City Councilor Ed Flynn all were in sented a plaque that was given to the NOTE:Did you know that there Square is now located in front of attendance to pay tribute and speak post to commemorate the occasion is a new feature added to Boston’s 329A West Broadway in South Bos- well of the fallen hero. John Alli- and the memory of Martin J. Mc- Hero Squares? At each location, us- ton, directly in front of the Martin J. son, from Veteran’s Affairs was also Donough himself. ing your smart phone you can photo- McDonough veteran’s post which is there as were members of Martin J. The dedication of the hero square graph the link located on the plaque, also named in his honor. McDonough’s family; among them was followed by a luncheon at the post then click on the link and you can Martin J. McDonough enlisted in 2 of his nephews Joey and Johnny and gave those in attendance a chance read an in depth history of the par- the United States navy in 1942 and McDonough and Paul McDonough, to socialize, share stories and memories ticular veteran that square is named was soon assigned to active duty. a cousin. Kevin Conroy, a former US and to get even better acquainted with for. This ‘Biographical Plaque’ pro- He was then assigned to the USS Marine was there to play a beauti- the value of South Boston’s veteran’s vides a wealth of information about Juneau, which was a navy cruiser. ful rendition of ‘Amazing Grace’ on posts and the wonderful work these the veteran’s military career. 8 SOUTHBOSTONTODAY • www.southbostontoday.com December 12, 2019

backup to finish with. better than the price would sug- going over the “oak” resistance Morgan Highland Chardonnay gest. While we all pretty much threshold for most people. Pleas- The 2017,Chardonnay, Santa Lucia know this vineyard’s Sauvignon ant and easy on the pocketbook, Highlands, Monterey, Califor- Blanc, its Pinot Noir, like many this one will keep the enjoyment nia, $22.99), is a wine with pro- from New Zealand, is rich, plush going with your Turkey or Ham. nounced notes of pears, melons and structured, with striking notes DeLoach Vineyards, Pinot Wine and mountain flowers. Perhaps of cherries, dark fruits and miner- Noir, 2017, California, ($11.99), the most highly regarded appel- als. Pour this one with Turkey, is owned by the Boisset fam- lation within Monterey County, Ham or even a holiday roast. ily of France and the Burgundy Santa Lucia Highlands AVA ben- Now, some “backups”- depend- aspect shows nicely in this one. Guy efits from a combination of warm able, less expensive wine that’s The California Pinot Noir is an morning sunshine and brisk after- great to finish a meal with. elegant, well-balanced wine offer- noon breezes, allowing grapes to Bogle Chardonnay, California, ing mouthwatering flavors of Bing We Need ripen slowly and fully. The result ($9.99) is a wine that we just keep cherry and strawberry accented is concentrated, flavorful wines coming back to.For those look- beautifully with just a touch of that retain their natural acidity. ing for an echo of a traditional spice and hints of forest floor. The Backup Wineries here do not shy away Chardonnay with some warm oak wine is light in body, with a me- from innovation and place a high on the value-priced wine shelf, Bo- dium finish and will pair perfectly hether you’re hosting a priority on sustainable viticultural gle’s California Chard may be the with Turkey or Roasts. Holiday party, Christ- practices. Great for Turkey or ham. choice. You can find it under $9 in Next week, we’ll take a look at mas Eve or Christmas 2018 Kim Crawford New Zea- some of the big outlets including some Sparkling wines as well as DayW dinner, it’s always a good idea land Pinot Noir ($19.00).With Total Wines and even Walmart. dessert wines to round out your to have some backup. peppercorns, brambly berries, Nice package. Pours clean. Has special event. So, here are a couple of good pomegranates, and mineral, this enough character to suggest more Talk To The Wine Guy at wines to start with and a nice is a Pinot that really drinks much expensive Chardonnays without [email protected] Three Local South Boston Artists Hold Pop Up Art Show rt, art everywhere! Last weekend our own Sale at the Curley Community Center. Original painting and in purchasing a piece of art from one of these cre- talented artists; Deb Putnam, Dan McCole prints were for sale and knowledge and experience were ative artists you can reach out at DputnamArt.com, Aand Norman Crump held an Art Show and complimentary. Everybody needs art so if you’re interested DanMcCole.com and NormanCrumpGallery.com. December 12, 2019 SOUTHBOSTONTODAY • www.southbostontoday.com 9

South Boston Public Meeting Recent Real Estate Sales Property/Type Price Sale Date Rooms Baths Sq Ft 776 Summer Street 300 Pier 4 Blvd UNIT 8J 8/29/19 1,831 $3,600,000 5 2 Wednesday, December 18 BCYF Curley Community Center Condo 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM 1663 Columbia Road South Boston MA 02127 65 G Street $1,699,000 8/29/19 7 3.5 2,370 Project Proponent: Single Family HRP 776 Summer Street LLC

793 East Sixth St UNIT 2 $1,650,000 8/31/19 7 2 1,857 Project Description: HRP 776 Summer Street LLC has filed a Master Planned Development Area Condo application. HRP 776 Summer Street LLC proposes to redevelop an approximately 15.2-acre site located at 776 Summer Street in the South 68 G St UNIT 2 8/28/19 1,637 $1,000,000 6 2 Boston neighborhood. The proposal entails approximately 1.78 million Condo square feet of occupiable space, including: approximately 636 residential units, approximately 960,000 square feet of office/research and 658 East Seventh St UNIT 3 $899,000 8/31/19 4 2 1,219 development uses, approximately 80,000 square feet of retail uses, 240 hotel rooms, and up 1,214 parking spaces. The proposal will also preserve Condo several historic buildings on the site and provide 5.5 acres of new outdoor public spaces, including approximately 2.5 acres of open space on 45 West Third St UNIT 315 $899,000 8/30/19 4 1 960 theCANCELLED waterfront. Condo mail to: Tim Czerwienski Boston Planning & Development Agency Close of Comment 148 West Ninth ST UNIT 3 $735,000 8/28/19 4 2 848 One City Hall Square, 9th Floor Period: Boston, MA 02201 1/3/2020 Condo phone: 617.918.5303 email: [email protected] 542 Dorchester Ave UNIT 302 $735,000 8/29/19 3 2 1,059 BostonPlans.org @BostonPlans

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Annual Condon Senior Christmas Party, Merry and Bright! n Thursday of last week, the Seniors from all over South Bos- One of the best highlights of the Rep. David Biele, Haley Dillon, staff of the Condon Com- ton enjoyed a delicious lunch com- event was when Donna Shields BPD Cadets and Helen Lafferty. munity Center hosted their plete with coffee, dessert and raffles. requested a change from the Christ- Who knew? The party was filled Oannual Christmas party at St. Peter The crowd of about 100 were joined mas music to the Macarena. As in with laughter, good food, good Lithuanian Church Hall. The Master by Senator Nick Collins, State Rep- typical South Boston fashion, the company and lots of laughs. ‘Tis the of Ceremony was none other than resentative David Biele, City Coun- dancing began and our shout outs season for community, giving and the multi-talented and quite enter- cilor Ed Flynn and Southie’s finest on the dance floor go to Donna sharing. Well done to the Condon taining Mark McGonagle. BPD C-6, including the C-6 elf. Shields, Mark McGonagle, State Community staff and volunteers! December 12, 2019 SOUTHBOSTONTODAY • www.southbostontoday.com 11 12 SOUTHBOSTONTODAY • www.southbostontoday.com December 12, 2019

The Enchanted Trolley Tour & Tree Lighting 2019 edal of Honor Park was visitors jumping for joy. The Mayor rides around the park and giggles of making stops throughout the City for buzzing with excite- arrived with Santa for the tree light- delight could be heard. Haley Dillon the annual trolley tour and tree light- ment, fun and holiday ing countdown and threw the switch of the Mayor’s Office of Neighbor- ings. This celebration is a great family spiritM last Sunday. Animal pens of to the applause of children, parents, hood Services did an outstanding tradition for South Bostonians and all chickens, rabbits, sheep and goats, elves, Frosty and Rudolph. Helping job planning, coordinating and Bostonians to come out and enjoy.” oh my! Children were enthralled the Mayor was State Representative bringing this fulfilled event to the For the 24th year, the Mayor’s with petting zoo. David Biele and City Councilor Ed entire South Boston community. Enchanted Trolley Tour continues the Pony rides for all with a special rain- Flynn. The DJ was playing music, “I love the holiday season around festive tradition of lighting holiday bow, magical pony or was it a unicorn? hot chocolate and snacks were pro- Boston. It’s a great way to gather trees while bringing holiday spirit to Anna and Elsa from Frozen were vided as well as pizza. together as Bostonians and celebrate children across Boston. The event is on hand for pictures and they brought The main attraction this year was a our neighbors, the City and our many sponsored by Bank of America, and their Frozen bouncy castle which ride on train straight from the North neighborhoods,” said Mayor Walsh. includes visits with Santa, holiday per- was filled all day long with little Pole! The train took families for “I’m excited to start the season by formances, tree lightings, and more. December 12, 2019 SOUTHBOSTONTODAY • www.southbostontoday.com 13 14 SOUTHBOSTONTODAY • www.southbostontoday.com December 12, 2019

points. Owen Donovan also came the game due to JV hoop practice to play scoring 13 points, while at BC High. Strickland went on Gatey Hoop Notes Joey Hamilton had 6 six points and a scoring spree (29 points-three a handful of rebounds. For the PS treys) leading his team on a 16-0 By Kevin Devlin PS Deli Club climbed back into the Deli Club which was shorthanded, run to force the game into OT. In he Gate of Heaven CYO game and trailed at the break, 28-25. Max Smith was unstoppable netting overtime, it was a seesaw battle, as basketball program is in In the second half, the Metro Energy 25 points while Ryan MacDonald Strickland and McDonough Club full throttle with house and Club went on a 12-3 run to expand scored 16 points, including three guard, Aidan Young, hit consecu- Ttravel league teams playing last its lead, 37-27. The never say die treys from downtown. tive jumpers. But it was Young’s weekend at the McDonough gym; PS Deli Club battled back late in the The second game pitting the Jack three-pointer from the wing as which is located within the James second half and forced the game into McDonough Club against the Bos- time expired that sealed the deal “Stretch” Walsh Community Center. overtime. Then with time running ton Home Inspector’s Club was for his team. The McDonough The Gatey cadet boys’ house league out in OT, Sean Grant (17 points) even more exciting than the first Club won, 58-56. games on Sunday, December 8, were dribbled the length of the court OT game. The McDonough Club Slick and quick McDonough Club action-packed as both games went and laid it in for the game-winning went on an incredible 17-0 run to star guard, Robert Wisniewski, was into overtime and both games were bucket as time expired. The Metro open up the game, and led at the terrific netting 27 points while Steve won at the buzzer. Energy Club won, 55-53. break, 34-11. The Fat Lady was Flynn scored 8 points. For the Bos- In the first game, the Metro Metro Energy Club guard, Alex looking around but in came Boston ton Home Inspector’s Club, Tristen Energy Club took an early 7-0 lead Polena, had a great game knock- Home Inspector’s Club star guard, Pecevich netted 16 points while and later went on an 8-0 run. The ing down five three-pointers for 15 Conor Strickland, who was late for Cormac Lafferty had 5 points.

Pictured is the METRO ENERGY CLUB Pictured is Coach Chris Pictured is the BOSTON HOME coached by Chris DiMaggio. The DiMaggio with player, INSPECTOR’S CLUB coached by players pictured are: Owen Donovan, Sean Grant, who drove Jake Harrison. The players pictured Sean Grant, Alex Polena, Jared the lane and scored at are: Cormac Lafferty, Jerry O’Neil, McClure, Eddie Tirabassi, Terry Markos, the buzzer to win the Chris Hosea, Mario Blasi, Tristen Aidan Coltan, and Joey Hamilton. game in overtime. Pecevich, and Frailyn Suazo.

Pictured is the JOEY EVANS’ CLUB in the Gatey midget house league, coached by Pictured last Sunday at the Pictured is Acting Coach George Markos Jack Tucker. The players pictured are: McDonough gym are game with player, Aidan Young, who knocked Tyler Bell, Bobby Rehm, Ryan Collins, officials, Brad Hill (on left) down a three-pointer as the buzzer sounded Liam Coltan, Shane Collins, Pat Cherry, and James Donovan. to lift his team to victory in overtime. Derek Austin, and Griffin Brook. December 12, 2019 SOUTHBOSTONTODAY • www.southbostontoday.com 15

This week, Danny gave “PIC’S PICKS” for Week 15 in the NFL:

NEW ENGLAND PATRIOTS est. Maybe this is the game that take care of the Rams. This one was is guaranteed for them. It’s a battle (-9.5) over Cincinnati Bengals Mohamed Sanu makes an impact, almost my lock of the week. Dallas between two young quarterbacks, -Are we done with the latest edi- against the team that drafted him in is 6-7 and has lost three straight, yet, and while Pittsburgh rookie Duck tion of “Spygate” yet? Surely, you the third round back in 2012. Either the Cowboys are still in first place in Hodges is getting a lot of praise can’t believe the Patriots would risk way, the Patriots will find a way to the NFC East and would be the No. right now, second-year QB Josh so much by blatantly filming the win this one by at least two touch- 4 seed if the playoffs began today. Allen has a great opportunity in 1-12 Bengals from the press box downs. Cover. Meanwhile, the 8-5 Rams have won front of him. Give me the Bills in a last weekend, right? For the people CLEVELAND BROWNS (-2.5) two straight and are coming off a low-scoring game to cover, win, and who want to see the Patriots get- over Arizona Cardinals huge win over Seattle. LA is still clinch a playoff spot. ting caught doing something shady, -This game is Sunday at 4:05 in alive for a Wild Card spot in the LOCK OF THE WEEK: HOUSTON this latest story is enough fuel to Arizona. Both teams are under .500, NFC, but if the playoffs began today, TEXANS (+3) over Tennessee Titans keep that fire burning strong. But but only one is still alive in the play- they’d be on the outside looking -The 8-5 Texans beat the Patriots in reality, it’s nothing more than a off race, and that’s Cleveland. The in. This one is a must-win for both and then, a week later, lost to the clueless independent videographer 6-7 Browns have won four of their teams, but I expect Dallas to snap out lowly Denver Broncos. I actu- who has absolutely no connection last five, and two of those wins are of whatever funk they’re in at home ally took the Broncos to cover the to the Patriots football team. So against current playoff teams, Buf- on Sunday at 4:25. This is going to 9-point spread last week, but I didn’t let’s move on. The 10-3 Patriots falo and Pittsburgh. The Browns are sound weird, but Dallas could be a expect Denver to win that game. travel to Cincinnati Sunday at 1 competing with those two teams for pretty dangerous team in the playoffs This game is Sunday at 1 in Tennes- p.m. New England can clinch a a Wild Card spot in the AFC. They if their coach could get his head out see, and while the 8-5 Titans have playoff berth with a win. There’s a don’t control their own destiny, but of his behind. The Cowboys will win won four straight, this pick was easy zero percent chance the Patriots lose if Buffalo beats Pittsburgh on Sun- this game and get back to .500. for me. Houston is the better team, this game. But will they cover? The day night, then Cleveland is even BUFFALO BILLS (+2.5) over top to bottom, and there’s no way Pats haven’t covered a spread since more alive in the hunt for the No. 6 Pittsburgh Steelers they should be an underdog in this their Week 11 win in Philadelphia seed. My point is, the Browns know -Who would’ve thought we’d see game, I don’t care where it’s being back on Nov. 17. They’ve now lost they have to win their final three the Bills vs Steelers flexed into the played. The Texans bounce back in a two straight, the national media is games to have a shot, and they can’t Sunday Night Football game of big way with a big win on the road. once again calling them cheaters, afford to lose to a 3-9-1 Cardinals the week? This was supposed to I’ll take Houston all day. and with Baltimore taking complete team that’s lost six straight. Baker be Vikings vs Chargers, but since Listen to “The Danny Picard Show” control of the No. 1 seed in the AFC, Mayfield has a flair for the dramatic. the Chargers have been eliminated on iTunes, Spotify, Google Play, and the No. 2 seed Patriots once again Give me Cleveland to win by three. from playoff contention, we get anywhere else podcasts are avail- have the perfect amount of bulletin- DALLAS COWBOYS (+1) over Pittsburgh hosting Buffalo. The 9-4 able. Subscribe to YouTube.com/ board material, which should scare Los Angeles Rams Bills can clinch a playoff berth with dannypicard. Follow Danny on the living daylights out of the rest -Just when you think you’ve got the a win, and that’s what I’m betting Twitter @DannyPicard. Check out of the league, if we’re being hon- league figured out, the Cowboys will on. The Steelers are 8-5 and nothing all of his work at dannypicard.com.

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NFL Week 15 THURSDAY, DEC. 12 SPORTS TODAY NY Jets at Baltimore (-15) 8:20 P.M. FOX/NFLN

SUNDAY, DEC. 15 NFL INVESTIGATING New England (-9.5) at Cincinnati PATRIOTS’ INVOLVEMENT Tweet of the Week 1 P.M. CBS IN FILMING OF LA Rams (-1) at Dallas BENGALS’ SIDELINE 4:25 P.M. FOX Buffalo at Pittsburgh (-2.5) SBT Staff 8:20 P.M. NBC he New England Patriots are once again being investigated MONDAY, DEC. 16 T for spying on an opponent. Indianapolis at New Orleans (-9) This time, that opponent is the Cin- 8:15 P.M. ESPN cinnati Bengals. Last Sunday, a videographer from Kraft Sports Productions was caught filming the field from the press box, PATRIOTS LOOK TO which included the Bengals’ sideline, in their Week 14 game against the SNAP TWO-GAME Browns in Cleveland. According to reports — and also according to the LOSING SKID IN Patriots — the reason a Kraft Sports CINCINNATI film crew was in Cleveland for the Bengals vs Browns game was to SBT Staff capture video for their web series, “Do unday’s loss to the Kansas Your Job,” which highlighted the work City Chiefs marked the Patri- of a Patriots advanced scout. S ots’ second straight loss, and The advanced scout was doing his their first loss at home this season. job and scouting the Bengals, as the Now, New England heads to Cin- Patriots play in Cincinnati this Sunday cinnati to take on the 1-12 Bengals, at 1 p.m. But when the videographer who would have the No. 1 overall turned the camera’s attention to the pick in this year’s Draft if the sea- field, members of the Bengals’ orga- son ended today. nization and the NFL stepped in and The Patriots should have no confiscated the video card. problem with Cincy on Sunday at On Monday night, the Patriots re- 1 p.m., for multiple reasons. First leased a statement that acknowledged off, there’s more incentive for the the production crew “inappropriately Bengals to lose than there is to win filmed the field from the press box,” at this point, given their current spot but also said there’s no connection be- in the projected Draft order. Sec- tween that “independent” production ond, the Patriots have to assume the crew and the football team. 9-4 Chiefs will win out and finish “The production crew is independent 12-4. If that happens, then the Pats of our football operation. While aware can’t afford to lose a single game in that one of the scouts was being profiled their final three against the Bengals, for a “Do Your Job” episode, our football Bills, or Dolphins, or they’ll lose staff had no other involvement whatso- the head-to-head tiebreaker with ever in the planning, filming or creative Kansas City and would miss out on PLAY FOR FREE WITH decisions made during the production of a first-round bye. PROMO CODE: these features. We accept full responsi- As a 9.5-point favorite, New Eng- bility for the actions of our production land can clinch a playoff berth with a crew at the Browns-Bengals game.” win or a tie on Sunday in Cincinnati. PIC