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Wednesday, August 26, 2020 Edwards Walsh, Cassellius seeks bikes on Blue Line lay out phased

By John Lynds reopening plan For the past few years East Boston has suffered By John Lynds and the youngest students. some of the worst grid- BPS will then introduce lock in decades. Since At his daily press briefing optional hybrid learning the reconfiguration of the last Thursday Mayor Mar- for additional grade levels, Sumner Tunnel toll plaza tin Walsh, along with Bos- starting with the youngest and a dramatic increase in ton Public School Superin- students, and moving up North Shore motorists using tendent Brenda Cassellius, into the higher grades. Eastie streets during their laid out BPS’s phased plan Each new phase will be morning commute, getting to reopen schools in the contingent upon the most around the neighborhood fall amid the continuing up-to-date public health has become a little less easy. COVID-19 pandemic. metrics. While the COVID-19 At the briefing, May- “This is the best approach pandemic has kept the traf- or Walsh called the plan to educate our children,” fic at bay with many still a “flexible model” and said Walsh. “It creates an working from home City schools across the district on-ramp for students to re- Councilor Lydia Edwards will have unique circum- turn to the classroom, in a is taking proactive steps to stances that require some- safe and careful way. This try and cut down on neigh- what different approaches is the best way to tackle op- borhood traffic once things to each phase. portunity and achievement start returning to normal According to the plan gaps in our city. We’re go- Tawakal Halal with a plan to promote more all BPS students will begin ing to make remote learning Cafe’s new with remote learning on as high quality as we possi- bike usage for commuters. outdoor din- Edwards and her col- September 21. Then, BPS bly can. I have a lot of faith ing area on will gradually introduce in our teachers to do that, league, At-Large City the Jeffries optional hybrid learning for and we’re going to support Councilor Michelle Wu, Street side of filed a hearing order last all students, starting with the restau- See SCHOOLS Page 2 week to explore increasing rant. the highest need students the transportation options for cyclists on the MBTA’s Blue Line. Edwards ex- plained riders are not cur- rently able to bring their bicycles on the Blue Line Tawakal Halal Cafe’s new outdoor during peak hours, which Tawakal Halal Cafe owner Yahya Noor dining area on the Jeffries Street prevents commuters from works on getting his outdoor dining section ready after receiving help from side of the restaurant. being able to ride the T into the city. the city and bike to their fi- nal destination. “This is going to be the Tawakal Halal Cafe gets help from start of a conversation,” said Edwards. “We need to have a conversation about access Boston’s Outdoor Dining pilot initiative Mayor Martin Walsh and BPS Superintendent Brenda and equity across trans- Cassellius brief the press last Thursday on BPS’s phased By John Lynds to help reopen safely and to the Mayor’s Office of portation modes for East serve food/drinks outside Economic Development reopening plan. Boston residents. We’re When the state and city while allowing their patrons (OED). separated from the rest of began lifting restrictions on to practice social distancing Through the Reopen the city by the harbor and restaurants dozens of East during the pandemic. Boston: Outdoor Dining pi- there’s no way for cyclists Boston eateries rushed to However, some smaller lot initiative, OED worked Early voting for Massachusetts to be able to safely ride into get a special ‘outdoor’ din- restaurants needed a little ing permit from City Hall extra help and got it thanks Primary kicks off in Eastie See BLUE LINE Page 2 See CAFE Page 2 By John Lynds 5 p.m. Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday and Veronica Robles and her all-female Mariachi band The City of Boston Elec- between 9 a.m. and 8 p.m. tion Department kicked off on Thursday. ‘Early Voting’ in East Bos- In Eastie, voters will to perform at virtual Boston Harbor Now benefit ton for the Massachusetts make their choice for Primary over the weekend Massachusetts U.S. Sen- By John Lynds nity leader Veronica Robles an upcoming virtual benefit Our Harbor, Our Home and her all-female Mariachi for Boston Harbor Now’s will allow Boston Harbor at East Boston High School ate between incumbent Award winning perform- band recorded a perfor- Our Harbor, Our Home. Now to offer free and low In Eastie, voters will U.S. Senator Ed Markey er and East Boston commu- mance in East Boston for The virtual event will be cost access for underserved head to the polls on Sept. or Congressman Joseph held on Thursday, August communities like Eastie to 1 during the state primary Kennedy III. Republican 27 and streamed on You- enjoy the Islands and wa- and cast ballots for Senator Shiva Ayyadurai is running Tube. terfront, prepare for the in Congress, Representative against Kevin O’Connor on Our Harbor, Our Home impacts of climate change, in Congress, Governor’s the Repulican side and the is a celebration of Boston’s and support Boston’s work- Councillors, Senator in primary winner will face ei- waterfront and Harbor Is- ing port. General Court, Representa- ther Markey or Kennedy in lands and the unique virtual Robles, well known by tive in General Court, and the General Election. experience will treat view- her fans as La Mera, Mera Register of Probate. U.S. Congresswoman ers to an exciting program or ‘The Real One,’ has been However, voters were Ayanna Pressley is running highlighting the work of performing since she was able to cast early ballots at unopposed and there will be Boston Harbor Now. very young and is recog- East Boston High on Satur- no Republican challenger Sponsors will enjoy a nized as the most authentic day and Sunday and hun- for the General Election in gourmet meal delivered to representative of Mexican dreds of registered voters the Massachusetts 7th Dis- their home the day of the music and culture in the did so over the weekend. trict. event along with a curated New England region. Eastie voters can contin- Also running unopposed Veronica Robles and her all-female Mariachi band record- ue to vote early through Fri- is State Rep. Adrian Mada- ed a performance in East Boston for an upcoming virtual gift bag. Funds raised through day, Aug. 28 at Boston City benefit for Boston Harbor Now’s Our Harbor, Our Home. 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Eastie remains a COVID-19 Schools // CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 them. But every day out- side the classroom is a lost Each student’s exact first day in school for BPS’s hotspot as cases continue to rise opportunity for many stu- hybrid learning will depend on which group they are dents. Schools mean more placed in, the A or the B group, for their 2 days per By John Lynds than learning. They mean week in school. essential services, care and Last week, the mentoring, and social devel- September 21: All students begin remote learning COVID-19 infection rate opment. The other benefit is Thursday, October 1: Students with the highest in East Boston increased by flexibility. We can adapt this needs start in hybrid over five and a half percent, plan to the health circum- Thursday, October 15 (B) & Monday, October 19 and residents testing posi- stances. We have more op- (A): Grades K0, K1, K2 return tive for the virus increased tions for moving forward.” Thursday, October 22 (B) & Monday, October 26 by nearly 45 percent. Walsh said this approach (A): Grades 1 - 3 return For a second week in a will give the city and BPS Thursday, November 5 (B) & Monday, November row the neighborhood has time to assess health data 9 (A): Grades 4 - 8 (secondary schools start grades been at the top of the city’s before each step with the 6 - 8) return list as a virus transmission Boston Public Health Com- Monday, November 16 (A) & Thursday, November ‘hotspots’. With COVID mission. It will allow the 19 (B): Grades 9 - 12 return spikes in neighboring Re- City of Boston and BPS to vere, Chelsea, Lynn and address learning needs and development on Tuesday, Group B will attend school Everett, Eastie’s rise in in- opportunity gaps in person September 8 for teaching on Thursdays and Fridays fections mimics those hap- and by providing extra help both the remote and hybrid (see sidebar). pening on the North Shore for students learning online. models. All will learn online on more so than Boston. In every step, families have “Equity remains at the Wednesdays to allow for The infection rate has the choice of whether to opt- center of Boston Public cleaning, disinfecting, and been steadily climbing in to hybrid learning or stay Schools’ planning for a safe sanitizing of buildings. since late July. The week fully remote. and successful start to the There are specific plans to “The bottom line is this: school year,” said Cassel- work with students with dis- over week infection rate On Friday the BPHC released its weekly COVID-19 stats rose by only 1.7 percent We need to contain the virus lius. “This plan prioritizes abilities, students who are by neighborhood that tracks infection rates and COVID and keep our communities in early August but then testing results in Boston neighborhoods. meeting the needs of our working towards English jumped by 3.6 percent two safe,” said Walsh. “Kids most vulnerable learners, language proficiency, and weeks ago. need to get back to school, respects family choice, and others who require addition- According to the latest in many cases for reasons of is thorough, thoughtful and al time and care to support rus. now in the ‘red’ according data released by the Boston equity and safety. And we responsive to the feedback their learning. Overall since the pan- to the state map. . Public Health Commission need to provide quality ed- we have received from fam- “Science and data is at demic began 17.7 percent Some argue Eastie res- (BPHC) on Friday, East- ucation, in whatever format ilies and teachers. We are the forefront of every sin- of Eastie’s population test- idents have been having ie’s COVID infection rate is required. That’s what this excited for the new school gle plan as we work to ed were found to be posi- more contact with residents went from 397.2 cases per plan makes possible. Ev- year and will continue to gradually and safely reopen tive. living in places like Revere, 10,000 residents to 419.8 ery step along the way will support the social, emotion- the City of Boston,” said Last week, Mayor Mar- Lynn, Chelsea and Everett cases per 10,000 residents. follow science and public al, and physical wellness of the city’s Chief of Health tin Walsh reiterated how (all in the red) than they The citywide average is 221 health data. Every family our students, staff and com- and Human Services Mar- important it is for everyone would with residents in say cases per 10,000 residents, will have the choice about munity as we lift up equity, ty Martinez. “By phasing in the Boston community West Roxbury thus provid- an increase of two percent when to send children into promote health and safety, grades in every two weeks, to remain vigilant and con- ing more opportunity for from the 216.3 cases per school. And we will contin- and ensure educators, staff, teachers and school staff tinue to wash their hands exposure. 10,000 resident average re- ue the work that began long and families are prepared to will have the time they need frequently, avoid large The statistics released ported last week. before COVID-19: to close support our students in their to get comfortable with the gatherings, practice so- by the BPHC as part of its As of Friday 106 more opportunity and achieve- learning.” safety of their buildings and cial distancing, and wear a weekly COVID19 report people became infected ment gaps, and give every On October 1, the BPS classrooms before students mask. The Mayor said that breaks down the number of with the virus in Eastie and single child the quality edu- plan outlines two options arrive, and allow us to mon- the City of Boston will con- cases and infection rates in there were 1,970 confirmed cation that they deserve.” for families: the first is all itor for any COVID activity tinue to be proactive in its each neighborhood. It also COVID-19 cases. This was Walsh and Cassellius said remote learning continues between phases. As we have efforts to contain the virus breaks down the number a 5.5 percent increase from school facilities will be in with five days a week of on- said from the beginning, with testing, outreach, re- of cases by age, gender and the 1,864 cases reported by full compliance with state line instruction and the sec- these dates are dependent sources, and information race. the BPHC two weeks ago. public health guidelines ond is a hybrid learning with on public health data, and in all needed languages and Citywide positive cases As of Last week the from the first day anyone two days a week of learning we will be closely moni- formats. of coronavirus rose 2.1 per- BPHC reported that 11,659 enters those buildings, staff in schools and three days of toring the public health sit- However, while the cent last week from 14,916 residents were tested for or students, and that work remote learning. uation while creating a safe Mayor pointed out that cases to 15,232 cases. So COVID-19 and the data is happening now. It will Students in the hybrid space for Boston’s students Boston proper remains far 11,418 Boston residents shows that 11.4 percent of be complete and ongoing, model will be assigned into to learn.” ‘yellow’ under the state’s have fully recovered from those tested were COVID as teachers and school lead- Group A or Group B. Stu- To see the full plan with new maps that highlight the virus and two addition- positive--an increase of ers help identify additional dents in Group A will attend complete details about this COVID spikes, Eastie is al residents died last week 44 percent since last week steps. schools on Mondays and plan, go to bostonpublic- surrounded by North Shore bringing the total of fatali- when only 7.9 percent were Cassellius said teach- Tuesdays and students in schools.org/Reopening. cities and towns that are ties in the city to 748. testing positive for the vi- ers will begin professional

CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 Mariachi // CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 Cafe // This summer Robles, gland.” er founded the Veronica closely with small business- the losses of having limited erty, and applications will es in Eastie, like Tawakal capacity inside dining es- continue to be reviewed and through her East Boston It was in Mexico City’s Robles Cultural Center in Halal Cafe, to navigate the tablishments. approved on a rolling basis. based Veronica Robles Plaza Garibaldi, the cradle Eastie. Parts of the cultural application process for a Some other restaurants Applications and guidance center are innovative and Cultural Center, began a of Mariachi music, where temporary outdoor dining that got help extended their are available on boston. new project that is break- Robles was introduced to educational after-school license. outdoor dining capabili- gov, the Licensing Board ing down cultural barriers Mariachi music as a teen. programs where students The OED team did ex- ties included Mi Rancho has been conducting out- and empowering women So it was here she tapped ultimately perform in plicit outreach in Eastie Restaurant; the Cunard Tav- reach throughout Boston’s through music. five Mexican nationals to schools and community to engage restaurants like ern; La Cancun; Casa Co- neighborhoods to encour- “This year, I made a big be part of her project. events that expose other Tawakal Halal Cafe experi- lombia; Tutti Frutti; Maver- age restaurants to apply for investment bringing five Through a cultural grant youths and adults to new encing barriers to complet- ick’s; Napoles Restaurant; this program. female mariachi musicians from the City of Boston cultures and traditions. ing the licensing process. Bohemios Restaurant Bar; Under the special licens- from Mexico to kick off my and raising money through “Culture empowers Tawakal Halal Cafe took Rincon Limeno Restaurant; es those outdoor spaces can project ‘Veronica Robles a GoFundMe page Robles youth and makes our com- full advantage of the pilot Barney’s Grill; Pazza On remain open until 10 p.m. All Women Mariachi,’” invested roughly $13,000 munities stronger has been program and was granted Porter; Mi Pueblito; Lu- on weeknights and 11 p.m. said Robles. “It is an honor in legal fees, flight tickets, my mantra,” she said. a license for Extension of na’s; and Renegade’s Pub. on weekends. to have all these amazing food, lodging and a stipend In the long term, Robles Premises through the Tem- “Boston is committed to Outdoor restaurant ta- ladies playing with me as for the musicians to bring hopes the all-female maria- porary Extension on Public a safe, phased reopening bles must be minimum six part of my project present- her dream of an all-female chi group will inspire more Property. process,” said Walsh. “That feet away, and tables can’t The cafe, located on the includes helping our small seat more than six people. ing the first ever all woman mariachi band to the re- young girls to get involved corner of Maverick and businesses open safely and Workers must wear masks, mariachi band in New En- gion. in what has been historical- Jeffries Streets, was able to successfully, and we’ve and patrons must wear With national anti-im- ly a male-dominated musi- cal scene. expand their dining into the been working wherever we masks until they are seated Kenmore Elite migrant rhetoric being building backyard as well can to remove barriers and at their tables. “I hope someday I can spewed constantly by con- as place temporary Jersey provide new opportunities. Because bar areas still Washer/Dryer open a mariachi music servatives, Robles hopes Barriers on the street so The restaurant industry has remain closed at neighbor- Large Entertainment seeing an all female Mexi- school and give youth the customers can safely dine been incredibly impacted hood restaurants, the Li- can band performing songs opportunity to learn the outside. by this global pandemic, censing Board also voted Center that many people recognize music and instruments While indoor dining and we’ve made helping last month to lift citywide Great condition will bring communities to- within the mariachi genre with limited capacity is the small businesses that the preexisting condition of Rustic Oak gether through music. like they would in other now allowed in Boston make our neighborhoods “alcohol with food only” on Call Kevin Robles has been giving music schools,” she said. and the state many still opt and city so special a priority outdoor space or any other back to her community To learn more about the to eat outside during the during this time.” similar condition that pro- (857) 244-3870 since arriving from Mex- upcoming virtual show COVID-19 pandemic. The The Licensing Board is hibits the sale and service ico in the 1990s and lat- visit https://www.boston- temporary extension of actively issuing approvals of alcohol on outdoor space harbornow.org/ourharboro- outdoor dining also allows for temporary extensions without the service of a deadline urhome/. restaurants recoup some of on private and public prop- food item. The easT BosTon announcemenT FoundaTion CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 Grant Blue Line //

➧ the city. I’m proposing a pi- the last 10 years with North borhood roads.” accommodate bicyclists Application lot program to allow them Shore commuters spilling Her plan has received during rush hour periods Deadline to bring their bikes onto onto city streets as they try the support of transporta- as well as during current will be one car on the train during to avoid traffic on Route 1A. tion advocates like former non-rush hour periods,” he Sept. 14, 2020 peak hours. With the popu- The Suffolk Downs propos- Boston Transportation Sec- said. “There are a number of lation of the neighborhood al includes miles of dedicat- retary John Vitagliano who possible operational alter- For more information growing, it’s important that ed multi-modal infrastruc- successfully lobbied for the natives, including full and contact we give residents as many ture, but its effectiveness Marty Coughlin By-Pass partial train car/ bike provi- transportation options as will be limited by the MB- Road to Chelsea that signifi- sions, that are feasible but Lorene Schettino possible.” TA’s prohibition of bicycles cantly reduced Logan Air- would need to be evaluated for an application An added benefit to - Ed during peak rush hour on the port-related traffic in Day through a vigorous test pro- The 617-561-6336 wards’s plan is that Blue Blue Line. Square. gram. The current pandemic East by email: Line riders may spend less “If people want to bike “I strongly support Coun- downturn of Blue Line rid- [email protected] time on trains thus exposing to work from the Aquarium cilor Lydia Edward’s excel- ership provides the opportu- Boston or apply online at: themselves less to poten- station, they should be able lent recommendation that nity to perform such a test. www.ebfoundation.org tial COVID exposure while to do so,” said Edwards. the MBTA provide sufficient East Boston and other north Foundation commuting. “The more options we give capacity on the Blue Line- shore communities deserve Phone: 617-561-6336 Data shows that vehicu- people to get from Point A which serves East Boston, equal bicycle access to Bos- lar traffic in Eastie has- in to Point B the fewer cars Winthrop, Revere and other ton-now is the time to do it.” creased dramatically over there will be on our neigh- north shore communities-to Wednesday, August 26, 2020 THE EAST BOSTON TIMES-FREE PRESS Page 3 Exercise, Anyone? Eastie native Graziani begins tennis and personal training business

By Cary Shuman breaking tennis down into to do on the side and I’m its simplest parts for a total enjoying it,” said Graziani, Giancarlo Graziani grew beginner like myself. He’s “I have a few clients and up in East Boston but he made the sport very ap- I’m enjoying being around now calls Winthrop home. proachable.” the game more besides just A two-year resident Graziani has an impres- playing, and I like coaching of the Highlands section sive background in the people. So I’m working at of Winthrop, Graziani is sport. He played six years Reebok in addition to in- launching a new business, of varsity tennis at Bos- home personal training and Graziani Fitness Training ton Latin School, leading tennis coaching.” and Tennis. the Wolfpack to the State Graziani has newly Tournament and serving as Fond memories of Eastie minted business cards, is a team captain. He contin- The son of Paula Gra- developing a new website, ued his career at Temple vallese of East Boston and Tennis instructor Giancarlo Graziani works with Sarah Friend on her serving technique designing a business logo, University in Philadelphia the late Giovanni Graziani, during a tennis lesson in Winthrop. and signing up new clients. where he earned a spot on Giancarlo grew up in Ori- “It’s all happening very the Owls’ club team. He ent Heights. He attended quickly,” said Graziani. received his college degree East Boston Central Catho- Park, walking in the Little He was a frequent rider venture and enjoying life Graziani, 31, was at in Geography and Urban lic through the third grade, League Opening Day pa- on the MBTA Blue Line. as a Winthrop resident. He work and in fine form at the Studies. the Bradley School for rade from Maverick Square “I would take the Blue lives in town with his wife, Wallace B. McLean Ten- “I moved back to Bos- fourth and fifth grade, and to Orient Heights, canning Line with my friends, lit- Heather, and their two-year- nis Courts in Winthrop last ton two years ago and then the Umana Barnes School in uniform and asking for erally everywhere, since old daughter, Madalina. week giving a tennis lesson moved to Winthrop and for sixth grade. donations along Benning- we took it to go to Boston “I hope to get more peo- to Sarah Friend, who is em- have been playing tennis on He began attending Bos- ton Street for Lttle League, Latin School every day ple involved in the business ployed as a social worker. and off and now I’m start- ton Latin in seventh grade. and then going for a slush and I never bought a car - I and see where it grows,” Graziani instructed his stu- ing to coach again,” said Boston Latin is the oldest at Lanzilli’s,” recalled Gi- would just borrow my dad’s said Graziani. “I love Win- dent on techniques such as Graziani, who has coached public school in the Unit- ancarlo. car when he would let me,” throp. I live up in the High- serving, forehand and back- tennis in the Tenacity youth ed States founded in 1635, Giancarlo also remem- he reflected. lands just before you get hand shots, footwork and program in Boston. He became a varsity tennis bers attending summer to Seal Harbor. It’s a great stances along with the rules Graziani currently works player in his first year at sports camps at East Boston Excited about town.” of tennis. as a coach and personal Latin. Stadium when Tom Menino his new venture People can contact Gi- “This is my second ten- trainer at Reebok whose Giancarlo has fond mem- was the mayor of Boston. Graziani, who said he ancarlo Graziani for per- nis lesson and Giancarlo headquarters are in the Sea- ories of growing up and liv- “He hosted a full week of prides himself on his per- sonal training or tennis gives very clear instruc- port district in Boston. ing in Eastie. camps and each week was sonal fitness, is excited instruction at: graziani.per- tions,” said Friend. “He’s “The tennis instruction “I remember playing Lit- for a different sport for the about his new business [email protected]. very patient and good at is something I’m starting tle League games at Noyes whole summer,” said Gi- ancarlo. He also enjoyed many of Eastie’s well-known food Northgate Dental Center AG Maura Healey endorses Terrence Kennedy establishments. “We use to go to eat at A General & Multi-Specialty Practice for re-election to the Governor’s Council Uncle Pete’s BBQ in Day Square,” said Giancarlo. Specializing in Emergency Care Governor’s Councilor justice. He is exactly the Terrence Kennedy rep- “They had the best ribs. I would also choose to go • Fillings, Crowns & Bridges • Cosmetic Dentistry Terrence Kennedy is proud voice we need representing resents the 6th District of Veneers, Invisalign, Bleaching, Botox Injections there on my birthday.” • Extractions to announce he has received us.” Said Healey. the Governor’s Council • Root Canal Treatment • Digital Radiographs Santarpio’s was another the endorsement of Massa- Kennedy said “I am hon- which includes Lynn, Lyn- • Gum Treatment • State-of-the-Art Sterilization Techniques chusetts Attorney General ored to have the support of family favorite. “I loved go- nfield, Marblehead, Nahant, • Partials, Dentures • Microscope Aided Dentistry Maura Healey in his bid for Attorney General Maura ing to eat Santarpio’s with Saugus and Swampscott of my family: my mom, dad, re-election. The Democrat- Healey” • F. Mobed, D.M.D. Endodontist (Root Canal Specialist) Essex County, Cambridge, ic Primary is Tuesday, Sep- The Democratic Primary brother Giacomo, Nana, • R. Satayosh, D.M.D. Periodonstist (Gum Specialist) tember 1st. is Tuesday, September 1st, Everett, Malden, Medford, Gramp, and Uncle Steve,” and Implant surgeon “I am proud to endorse Early Voting has already Melrose, Reading, Somer- said Giancarlo. “We would • V. Varasteh, D.M.D. (Cosmetic Dentistry) Terrence Kennedy for begun and Mail Ballots ville, Stoneham, Wakefield, get so many pizzas and it • L. Parsi, D.M.D. always seemed like too re-election to the Gover- must be returned by Prima- Winchester of Middlesex much, but we would always nor’s Council. During his ry Election Day. Terrence County, Chelsea Revere time on the Council, he has Kennedy is a practicing at- eat them all.” and Winthrop, Boston www.ngdental.com advocated for appointing torney of 37 years. He has He also recalled working diverse judges that better been married to his wife neighborhoods of East Bos- for Tenacity “teaching sum- reflect the makeup of our Cheryl for 35 years. They ton, North End, Back Bay, mer tennis down on Consti- Commonwealth. And he have three grown children, Chinatown and Beacon Hill tution Beach.” 603 Broadway, Revere • 781-289-3600 has championed restorative Alyica, Julie and Peter. of Suffolk County.

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EastTimes-Free Boston Press PRESIDENT: Stephen Quigley PUBLISHER: Debra DiGregorio Forum EDITOR:: Cary Shuman PUBLISHER EMERITUS: John A. Torrone BE SURE TO VOTE IN THE PRIMARY

This Tuesday, September 1, is primary election day in Massachusetts for both national and state legislative of- fices. Primary elections in Massachusetts typically are of little or no consequence because of the overwhelming Demo- cratic voting enrollment and because most Democrats run unopposed. However, this year’s primary election is different be- cause of the hotly-contested U.S. Senate race between in- cumbent Ed Markey and Congressman Joseph Kennedy that will draw a larger-than-usual turnout for a primary. In addition, there are two truly unique and important aspects to Tuesday’s election. This will be the first election in which we will be vot- ing either early, by mail, or in person amidst the Covid-19 pandemic. Tuesday’s primary will be a good test of the ability of Massachusetts’ election officials to conduct an election under these difficult circumstances and thus will serve as excellent preparation, both for voters and officials alike, for the upcoming November Presidential election. It is important that all of us participate in the democratic process on or before Tuesday so that both we and our elec- tion officials can be as knowledgeable as possible about the procedures that we will need to follow in November to ensure a successful final election. In addition, thanks to the chaos that reigns throughout the country (for many reasons), it is not an understatement to say that the elections to be held this year -- both the primaries and the final -- have taken on more significance than any in our nation’s history. LETTER to the Editor The Presidential elections of 1860 (prior to the start of the Civil War) and 1932 (when we were in the midst of the Great Depression) arguably were the most consequential Line-which serves East possible operational alter- portunity to perform such elections since our founding, but the 2020 election cycle SUPPORTS Boston, Winthrop, Revere natives, including full and a test. will be even more significant than both of those. EDWARDS and other north shore com- partial train car/ bike pro- East Boston and other The pundits talk about the existential threat being posed Dear Editor, munities-to accommodate visions, that are feasible but north shore communities to our democracy and institutions because of the situation I strongly support Coun- bicyclists during rush hour would need to be evaluated deserve equal bicycle ac- in the White House. However, regardless of what one cilor Lydia Edward’s excel- periods as well as during through a vigorous test pro- cess to Boston-now is the thinks of the current policies emanating from Washington, lent recommendation that current non-rush hour pe- gram. The current pandem- time to do it. what undeniably is true is that our democracy certainly the MBTA provide suffi- riods. ic downturn of Blue Line John Vitagliano will come to an end if we fail to exercise the most import- cient capacity on the Blue There are a number of ridership provides the op- ant right we have as Americans -- the right to vote. There is no greater threat to America’s survival than our own apathy. A strong voter turnout in every election, in- cluding the primaries, will send the clearest possible mes- Speaker Nancy Pelosi endorses Joe Kennedy for U.S. Senate sage to our political leaders that we care about the future Staff Report and that’s why so many of dy represents this Party’s mobilize and campaign to direction of our country. his supporters are Fresh- future. He will help lead block House Republicans’ We urge all of our readers to be sure to vote in the pri- Citing his commitment man Members of Congress Democrats forward on efforts as we continue our mary election -- it is more important than ever. to the future of the Dem- who Joe helped elect. He the defining battles of our fight to expand health care ocratic Party and progres- knows that to achieve pro- time.” to all Americans. POLITICIZING THE sive causes, Speaker Nancy gressive change, you must A fierce leader, Speak- “I am honored to have Pelosi last week endorsed be on the front lines lead- er Nancy Pelosi has been Speaker Pelosi’s support PANDEMIC Congressman Joe Kenne- ing movements of people. front and center in the fight in this race,” said Kenne- dy III in his bid for U.S. Massachusetts and Amer- against Donald Trump’s dy. “There is no one who This past Sunday evening, President Donald Trump Senate. Speaker Pelosi is ica need Joe Kennedy’s dangerous agenda. She has stood up to Donald courage and leadership in has led House Democrats held a news conference to announce that the use of blood the highest-ranking female Trump and defended our elected official in the Unit- the Senate.” for 17 years and has rep- plasma in treating patients who have contracted Covid-19 Party’s values and our ed States. Speaker Pelosi contin- resented San Francisco in has been shown to reduce the death rate from Covid-19 country’s future more. I’ve “Never before have the ued: “We are at a watershed Congress for more than 33 by 35% -- a rather dramatic reduction -- and therefore seen that bold leadership the FDA was allowing for the emergency use of plasma times demanded that we moment for our country. years. Among her incred- elect courageous leaders From climate change to ibly long list of achieve- up close when she fought throughout the country. back against Republican’s The FDA Commissioner, Dr. Stephen Hahn, also spoke as today, which is why I’m health care to racial jus- ments, Speaker Pelosi led attempts to gut American’s at the news conference and appeared to support Trump’s pleased to join so many of tice, Joe has been a leader the successful efforts to health care and then during statement. my colleagues in endorsing in our Caucus organizing pass the Affordable Care The problem however, is that what both Trump and Dr. Joe Kennedy III for Sen- us around our core values. Act and protect it from impeachment in some of Hahn said was not accurate. ate,” said Speaker Pelosi. We need leaders who are years of Republican ef- our country’s darkest days. The following day, the New York Times published a “In 2018, when we took willing to give every inch forts to repeal it. She did She is a force and a change- story in which experts pointed out that the potential ben- back the House, Joe cam- of themselves to the caus- so by building a strong co- maker, and I’m beyond efits of blood plasma treatment had not been proven by paigned across America to es and concerns that unify alition of elected officials grateful to have her in my randomized clinical trials and certainly not to the extent make that victory possible Democrats. Joe Kenne- – including Kennedy – to corner.” claimed by Trump and Dr. Hahn. When Dr. Hahn was contacted by the Times, he issued this statement via Twitter: “I have been criticized for remarks I made Sunday night about the benefits of convalescent plasma. The criticism Your opinions, please is entirely justified. What I should have said better is that the data show a relative risk reduction not an absolute risk Times-Free Press reduction.” The Times welcomes letters to the editor. 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By John Lynds The tied vote meant GSCA affordable units – in close number of bicycle spac- would not send a letter of proximity to public trans- es. In addition, an outdoor A Boston Planning and support or opposition for portation,” said Nogueira. courtyard that sets back the Development Agency the project. “And bringing back the residential entry from the (BPDA) approved mixed- The plans approved market and laundromat in sidewalk will be construct- use condo project on Mav- by the BPDA call for the upgraded space ensures that ed to create opportunities erick Street broke ground demolition of the existing they will be able to contin- for informal neighborhood recently, and will bring 49 single-story commercial ue to serve the community gathering and socializing new units to East Boston. structure that houses a laun- for years to come.” that will further enliven the The project at 205 Mav- dromat and convenience At community meet- streetscape. In order to soft- erick St., dubbed EBO, was store in order to construct a ings regarding the project en the garage the developer approved by the BPDA in five-story, mixed-use build- Nogueira called the proj- has planned a roof decked 2018 after developer Jo- ing with 49 residential rent- ect ‘development without open space or ‘green roof’ seph Nogueira made sev- al units, seven of which will displacement’ because he concept over the garage An artist’s rendering of what the project at 205 Maverick be affordable units. always planned to bring in order to hide the cars eral changes to the design, St. will look like once construction is completed. scale and scope of the According to Nogueira, back the laundromat and from view from abutters proposed building and cut Nauset Construction has be- convenience store after living around the building down the number of total gun its work on the project construction was complet- on Maverick and Everett line processes to reduce ment pedestrian safety en- units. Originally the devel- that will consist of 12 stu- ed. The two tenants, Mav- Streets. construction time and im- hancements, vehicle calm- oper proposed a five story, dio units, 17 one-bedroom erick Street Market and “Constructing mid-size, prove procedures to ensure ing measures, and public 55 unit building with two units, and 20 two-bedroom Swish & Swash Laundro- mixed-use multifamily the safety of the surround- realm improvements in and commercial spaces. units. mat, are popular business- developments in tight ur- ing neighborhood and our around the Maverick Street The modifications to the “EBO condominiums are es in the area and residents ban infill locations is- be workforce.” corridor. proposal came after mem- designed to fit in seamlessly expressed a desire for both coming a calling card for As part of his BPDA The developer also plans bers of the Gove Street Cit- with the character of the ex- to return. Nauset in recent years,” approval Nogueira agreed to make donations to the izens Association (GSCA) isting neighborhood, while The development will said Nauset Construction to a $20,000 contribution Piers Park Sailing Center voted 12 to 12 at a commu- providing much-need- also include an enclosed President Anthony Papan- to fund a transportation as well as the East Boston nity meeting in Sept. 2018. ed housing to the City of parking garage with 34 tonis. “Through repetition, analysis, and/or imple- Social Centers. Boston – including seven parking spaces and an equal we’ve been able to stream- USPS Board of Governors announces bipartisan election mail committee

Staff Report long history of effectively and each state has unique helping Americans partici- requirements and deadlines Governors announced: tion season. master General’s reform The United States Postal pate in elections via mail-in for ballots under state laws. “The United States Post- “Postmaster General initiatives will help ensure Service Board of Gover- ballots, which are expected The Election Mail Com- al Service will play an in- Louis DeJoy has the full that they can be for many nors last week announced to account for less than two mittee will use its oversight dispensable role in ensuring support of the Governors. years to come.” the establishment of a bi- percent of all mail volume role to reinforce the strong that those Americans who He was selected to help The Governors of the partisan Election Mail from mid-September un- commitment of the Postal wish to vote by mail will be bring needed changes to the U.S. Postal Service: Committee that will active- til Election Day. Howev- Service to the mail as an able to do so and have their Postal Service, which has •Robert M. Duncan, ly oversee the United States er, because of the ongoing important part of the na- votes counted. The Gover- experienced over a decade Chairman of the Board Postal Service’s support of pandemic, many states are tion’s democratic process, nors take our responsibili- of financial losses and fac- •John M. Barger the mail-in voting process. anticipating the expanded and will regularly monitor ty with the utmost gravity, es the need for fundamen- •Ron A. Bloom The committee will be use of the mail for voting execution of USPS’s work and we will work to ensure tal reform. The essential •Roman Martinez IV chaired by Governor Lee during the upcoming na- on election mail to ensure that the Postal Service con- public service functions of •Donald L. Moak Moak, who will be joined tional election, and in some that our part of this election tinues to perform for the the Postal Service must be •William D. Zollars on the committee by Gov. instances are allowing process is implemented in American people this elec- maintained, and the Post- Ron Bloom and Gov. John mail-in voting and no-ex- the most effective way pos- Barger. cuse absentee voting for sible. The Postal Service has a the first time under statute, In a joint statement, the Mass. unemployment and job estimates for July

Staff Report The July unemployment •Education and Health rate was 5.9 percentage Services gained 7,300 Markey for Senate campaign foregoes door The state’s July total un- points above the national (+1.0%) jobs over the employment rate is down rate of 10.2 percent report- month. Over the year, Edu- knocking during Get-Out-The-Vote this election 1.6 percentage points at ed by the Bureau of Labor cation and Health Services 16.1 percent following a Statistics. lost 77,700 (-9.6%) jobs. Staff Report thousands of doors over the person-to-person, neigh- revision to the June rate The labor force de- •Other Services gained course of a campaign. The bor-to-neighbor, friend- of 17.7 percent, the Exec- creased by 12,600 from 6,300 (+6.5%) jobs over the As COVID-19 cases Markey campaign made the to-friend, just not face-to- utive Office of Labor and 3,684,300 in June, as month. Over the year, Other continue to rise across Mas- decision that canvassing face,” Campaign Manager Workforce Development 50,300 more residents were Services are down 36,300 sachusetts and the country, during Get-Out-The-Vote John Walsh said. announced Friday. employed and 62,900 fewer (-26.0%) jobs. the Ed Markey for U.S. would be a danger to pub- “Instead, the Markey The Bureau of Labor residents were unemployed •Manufacturing add- Senate campaign is priori- lic health in the midst of a campaign has developed a Statistics’ preliminary job over the month. ed 2,300 (+1.0%) jobs over tizing the health and safety pandemic. new way of reaching vot- estimates indicate Mas- Over the year, the state’s the month. Over the year, of voters and volunteers, “For those who love ers during this public health sachusetts added 72,100 seasonally adjusted unem- Manufacturing lost 12,900 and will continue the poli- campaigning, nothing com- crisis through new and in- jobs in July. This follows ployment rate increased by (-5.3%) jobs. pares to meeting up with novative digital tools, rela- cy of not engaging in door last month’s revised gain 13.2 percentage points. •Construction gained knocking this election cy- fellow volunteers, consum- tional organizing strategies, of 94,600 jobs. Over the The state’s labor force 1,900 (+1.4%) jobs over the cle. ing too much coffee, and and the growth of our on- month, the private sector participation rate – the total month. Over the year, Con- A traditional statewide heading out with clipboards line community. Together, added 67,300 jobs as gains number of residents 16 or struction has lost 19,500 field operation includes and pens to talk to voters. we can connect with voters occurred in Leisure and older who worked or were (-12.0%) jobs. thousands of volunteers and But for now, public health in all 351 cities and towns •Information added staff knocking on tens of trumps politicking. We across Massachusetts,” Hospitality; Trade, Trans- unemployed and actively will continue to organize Walsh added. portation, and Utilities; sought work in the last four 600 (+0.7%) jobs over the Education and Health Ser- weeks – dropped to 64.9 month. Over the year, Infor- vices; Other Services; Man- percent. Compared to July mation lost 4,800 (-5.1%) ufacturing; Construction; 2019, the labor force partic- jobs. and Information. Losses ipation rate is down by 2.8 •Financial Activities lost occurred in Financial Ac- percentage points. 600 (-0.3%) jobs over the tivities and Professional, July 2020 Employment month. Over the year, Fi- Scientific, and Business Overview nancial Activities lost 5,900 Now You can be Services. Government add- •Leisure and Hospitali- (-2.6%) jobs. ed jobs over the month. ty gained 35,300 (+18.9%) •Professional, Scientific From July 2019 to July jobs over the month. Over and Business Services lost 2020, BLS estimates Mas- the year, Leisure and Hospi- 800 (-0.1%) jobs over the UPFRONT &CENTER sachusetts lost 452,600 tality lost 156,100 (-41.3%) month. Over the year, Pro- jobs. jobs. fessional, Scientific and Losses occurred in each •Trade, Transporta- Business Services lost of the private sectors, with tion and Utilities added 37,000 (-6.1%) jobs.

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auto home 617-387-7466 | 564 Broadway, Everett | sabatino-ins.com • • • rental • flood • business • commercial Everett Independent es in Leisure and Hospital- the month. Over the year, 4,800 (+1.1%) jobs over With our Published by the Independent Newspaper Co. Wednesday, September 18, 2019 City officials ity; Other Services; Trade, Trade, Transportation the month. Over the year, give parking Five proposals update on Everett Redevelopment receives Lower strong interest in Everett Square lots Transportation, and Utili- and Utilities lost 73,900 Government lost 28,300 Broadway By Seth Daniel for its Everett Square Urban Renewal Plan (URP). After Everett Redevelopment By Laura Plummer having been approved for Authority (ERA) members that plan earlier this year, said they were encour- Three months after En- they decided to put out an- aged with the interest in core Boston opened its other RFI. Only one propo- the parking lot parcels at (-12.8%) jobs. (-6.2%) jobs. nent from the earlier round ties; and Construction. doors to the public, City Everett Square through the officials met with Council re-submitted, Sousa said. recent bidding process that STICKY NOTE on Sept. 3, to update them VILLAGE Those who have submit- has taken place through the on the parking situation on ted proposals include: summer. Lower Broadway. FEST •Sal Sacro of the Sacro After a meeting of the Prior to its summer re- Development. ERA Monday night, City cess back in June, Council •Di Girolomo Cos./Rich Planner Tony Sousa said meetings were dominat- PHOTOS BY KATY ROGERS Di Girolomo, owner of The Wailers, the original band that played with Reggae icon Bob Marley, performed as they had received five pro ed by concerns about how - Braza Grille property. the headlining act at Village Fest on Saturday night, Sept. 14. Thousands of Everett resi- posals from their Request the casino opening would •Legacy Building and dents and visitors to the city came out once again to take in the local flavor combination for Information (RFI) they impact the day-to-day life of great music, family fun, great breweries/distilleries and food galore. Johnny D’Agos- Development/Charlie Zam- put out to the development of residents in Everett, not tino, known as the moderator for the popular Everett Facebook page, emceed the event muto, developer of the old world at the end of the the least of which was the on Saturday and kept the fun going all evening. See Page 11 for more photos. pizza place on Main Street. spring. worry that residential dis- •Equity Residential. “The purpose of the RFI tricts would be flooded with •Chestnut Equity/Build- was to gauge if there was on the Front Page non-residents parking along ing Wealth & Communi- interest,” he said. “Indeed, the streets and taking public ties/Boston Realty Advi- there was interest. We talk- transportation down to the Encore gaming numbers continue sors (Joint venture). ed to other redevelopment resort. The RFI was specifi authorities in Malden and - At that time, some Coun- cally gauging interest in Worcester and five propos cilors felt that the City’s to grow, though slots remain ‘soft’ - the parking lots in Everett als are pretty solid. Some- focus on Lower Broadway Square adjacent to Braza times you don’t get any and was too small in scope and By Seth Daniel Grille and the Sacro Tow- numbers on Monday, and on the slots and the reve- sometimes you get a cou- ignored potential issues er. The City has called for found that Encore outpaced nues from table games). ple. We have been told that outside of this area. It was Nearly $400 million was a mixed-use development the two other casinos in the The numbers were built three to five proposals is the agreed that the city would wagered at Encore Boston that would include residen- state by a longshot, bring- on another strong perfor- sweet spot.” address Council in another Harbor in August, with a ing in $52.8 million in tial and retail on the ground CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 mance on the table games, The ERA had put out a Perfect for: Community Reminders, three months to provide an strong showing on table floor. There was a prefer Gross Gaming Revenues where Encore logged $32.2 previous RFI for the Square - update. games once again, but a for the month. That was ence for developers who Voting // million in revenues for Au- last year, and got back three Everett Police Sergeant continuing “soft” perfor- were willing and able to nearly $4 million more than gust, which was nearly $5 proposals. However, at that Joe Gaff and the May- mance on the sea of slot leverage relationships with their number in July. million over July’s number time, the City had not yet or’s Chief of Staff Kevin machines at the resort. The total wagered for – which was considered been approved by the state O’Donnell announced that The Massachusetts August was $391.47 mil- See PROPOSALS Page 2 Gaming Commission very strong. the traffic and parking sit - lion (a number that consists uation on Lower Broadway (MGC) released its August of the total coin-in wagered was “better than anybody See ENCORE Page 2 THE CHASE anticipated,” something they attributed to educating School Committee moves to look into the community about using public transportation. ro and State Sen. Joseph bury, Quincy, Weymouth, “Everybody who’s put more restrictive student residency Schedules, Coupons, Sales, their energy down there By Seth Daniel ministration are looking to Committeeman Frank is reaping the rewards. bring in more stringent re- The time-honored per- Parker. “They say that be- See PARKING Page 3 quirements for students to cause they see him get on ception in Everett Public prove residency – as Ever- Schools has been that many a bus going into Boston. It ett is one of the most lenient ends up he was homeless Council calls of the students in the class- in the area on the issue. Boncore. and Brockton. and going into the shelter at rooms don’t necessary live “There were times in the in the city. Youth Harbor. There is fact for solution to past when people would and there is perception. We It has been a rumor or say they knew our star foot- innuendo for years upon need to operate on fact so city’s rodent ball player lives in Boston there isn’t such perceptions years, and now the School and they needed to be an problem Committee and City Ad- investigation,” said School Announcements, Programs and more! See SCHOOL Page 3 Incumbent Suffolk Due to COVID-19,

By Laura Plummer CITY PRELIMINARY ELECTION PHOTO BY JIM VALENTE All the Hawks can do is chase Everett’s Tyrese Baptiste (11) At its first meeting of Candidates were in vain as he jets into open field and to the end zone for the fall on Monday, Sept. out and about on the Crimson Tide. The Tide hosted the Xaverian Hawks on 3, Council addressed com- Tuesday morning, Friday night, Sept. 13, and controlled the game. The final plaints of a surge in the Sept. 17, for the score ended up 27-21 after Xaverian scored a touchdown County Register of Probate health and safety protocols city’s rat population, per- City Preliminary in the final seconds. See Page 9 for story and more photos. Election, which fea- haps due to an increase in tured the Council  recent construction proj- at-large candidates ects. competing against Councilor Wayne each other. Only Messinger Insurance Matewsky said he had re- one in the field was ceived numerous phone set to be eliminat- Agency, Inc. Felix Arroyo will square off during the early voting peri- calls from residents, not ed, and a low turn- 475 Broadway only in his own ward, but out was expected, Everett, MA 02149 also from around the city but many in the Phone: 617 who are seeking a solution race felt it was a -387-2700 SINCE 1921 Fax: 617-387-7753 to the city’s rat problem. good bellwether to 3-inch-by-3-inch Sticky Note He identified the follow - see how the cam- ing streets as being areas paigns are faring against Kerby Roberson in od and on Election Day will of concern: Bolster, Elm, right now. Pictured AUTO INSURANCE BENEFITS Elsie, Estes, George and in Everett Square Paris. campaigning was Jimmy Green, Paul Russo and Councilor Wayne Matewsky. Just down the  “This may not seem like street was Councilor John Hanlon with Sal Sacro and State Rep. Joe McGonagle – among ACCIDENT FORGIVENESS an issue that affects every- others. For complete results, check the Everett Independent’s website and social media this evening, (www.everettindependent.com and @EverettIndy).  DISAPPEARING COLLISION body, but it’s all over the DEDUCTIBLE city,” he said. “They’re the state primary and in- be implemented at polling Example Page coming from somewhere.  11% DISCOUNT WITH SUPPORTING There has to be an aware- POLICY Req. 3-week advance placement ness.”  10% COMBINED PAY IN FULL See SOLUTION Page 2 DISCOUNT AND GREEN DISCOUNT

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Staff Report bility for programs, while providers’ ability to contin- to: ment of Early Education ensure they were prepared providing necessary space ue safely meeting the needs •Returning center-based and Care (EEC) also issued to implement the health and The Department of Early to maintain physical dis- of children and families in classroom group sizes to emergency procedures to safety requirements. Education and Care (EEC) tancing between children. their communities while pre-pandemic limits. open Exempt Emergen- Before child care was announced last week re- The Minimum Re- supporting children’s learn- •Allowing home-based cy Child Care Programs temporarily closed by Ex- vised Minimum Require- quirements for Health and ing and development.” child care providers flex- during the COVID-19 out- ecutive Order in March, ments for Health and Safe- Safety, developed in coor- The Department’s mis- ibility in their maximum break to give priority access Massachusetts had approx- ty outlining expectations dination with medical ex- sion in reopening child group size when their own for families of emergency imately 8,200 licensed for child care providers as perts as well as child care care is to increase access children are at home and personnel, medical staff, child care programs in op- the Commonwealth contin- providers from across the to child and youth serving engaged in virtual learning. and others critical to con- eration. To date, more than ues to navigate reopening Commonwealth, apply to programs while continu- Governor Baker issued fronting COVID-19. 5,300 child care programs child care programs in the all child and youth serving ing to protect children and an Executive Order requir- Child care programs be- have reopened, and an- COVID-19 environment. programs, including home- staff and prevent the spread ing all early education cen- gan the reopening process other 1,000 are currently Effective Sept. 1, these based child care and cen- of COVID-19. EEC and ters and family childcare on June 22 when the Com- completing their health and new requirements align ter-based child care. the Department of Public providers to close on March monwealth moved to Step safety plans to be approved with guidance previously “While we all must re- Health (DPH) are working 23 to mitigate the spread of 2 of Phase 2. Providers had to reopen. issued by the Department of main vigilant against the closely with stakeholders COVID-19. The Depart- to submit plans to reopen to Elementary and Secondary transmission of COVID-19, and experts in the field of Education (DESE) and ease the updates to our require- epidemiology and pediat- restrictions on classroom ments will ensure children rics to develop solutions group sizes and ratios. They and families can remain that balance the needs of U.S. Department of Labor finds allow limited on-site ser- healthy and safe when re- children and families with vices for children with spe- lying on child care to go to public health and safety. cial needs to occur safely work,” said Commissioner The Minimum Require- OSHA falling short when needed most in child care facilities. The Samantha Aigner-Trewor- ments for Health and Safety gy. “We are confident in our include, but are not limited updates will provide flexi- Staff Report 31, 2020. This is a 30-per- finding themselves with- cent increase compared to out protection and can be- With unjust firings result- complaints received during come targets for retaliation. ing from requesting a mask, the same four-month period OSHA is failing to give reporting feeling sick, or in 2019. workers the protection they USPS launches election mail website suggesting safer work pro- Despite the urgency of urgently need when they re- tocols to reduce the risk enforcing public health port dangers that put their The site also highlights also provides links to infor- Staff Report of COVID-19 infection, and safety laws to stop the lives, their families, and the what the Postal Service mation, such as the official thousands of workers are spread of a deadly virus, public at grave risk.” As part of its ongoing views as the most critical 2020 Official Election Mail finding their rights on the OSHA has reduced the This past June, the Na- effort to ensure that voters information for voters who Kit (Kit 600) and the State job being violated without number of whistleblower tional Employment Law and election officials have opt to vote through the U.S. and Local Election Offi- consequence, according to inspectors. It now takes 279 Project surveyed more than the information they need Mail: that, in requesting cials User’s Guide (Publi- MassCOSH. days for OSHA to complete 1,100 workers nationwide to successfully use the U.S. or casting a mail-in ballot, cation 632), both of which As complaints of retali- a whistleblower investiga- and found that one in eight Mail to vote in the Novem- they not only must comply were distributed to 11,500 ation against whistleblow- reported “possible retalia- ber general elections, the with their local jurisdic- election officials earlier this tion, an 86 percent increase ers skyrocket during the tory actions by employers U.S. Postal Service has tions’ requirements, but year. from 2010. launched a new Election also should start the process The U.S. Postal Service COVID-19 pandemic and “OSHA was challenged against workers in their Mail website. The website, early. To allow sufficient remains fully committed the U.S. Department of La- to complete investigations company who have raised which provides clear and time for voters to receive, to fulfilling its role in the bor’s Office of Inspector in a timely manner before health and safety concerns concise information about complete and return ballots electoral process when pol- General (OIG) reporting the pandemic and the po- during the pandemic.” voting by mail, is available via the mail, the Postal Ser- icymakers choose to use workers suffering emo- tential exists for even great- Black workers were more 24/7 by going to: usps.com/ vice strongly recommends our services in administer- tionally and financially, the er delays now,” states the than twice as likely as their votinginfo. that voters request ballots at ing elections. The Postal Massachusetts Coalition of OIG report. “As COVID-19 white counterparts to report The Postal Service rec- the earliest point allowable, Service can fully handle Occupational Safety and illnesses and deaths contin- possible acts of employer ognizes that many states are but no later than 15 days and deliver the anticipated Health (MassCOSH) and ue to rise, OSHA needs to retaliation. choosing to expand mail-in prior to the election date. increase in Election Mail its partners say workers’ act quickly to investigate “U.S. OSHA must act voting options in the up- The Postal Service also rec- volume and is continuing lives are at risk due to a whistleblower complaints immediately implement the coming elections and that ommends that voters mail to coordinate with state slow and inadequate re- so employees feel protect- inspector general’s recom- there will likely be a sig- their ballots at least one and local election officials sponse from the U.S. Occu- ed when reporting unsafe mendations,” said Marcy nificant increase in demand week prior to their states’ through November. Elec- pational Safety and Health working conditions.” Goldstein-Gelb, co-director among postal customers to due dates to allow for time- tion officials and voters are Administration (OSHA). “The reality of the situ- of the National Council for participate in those elec- ly receipt by election offi- being asked to be mindful According to an Aug. 14 ation is people are getting Occupational Safety and tions by using the mail. In cials. Voters should contact of the Postal Service’s es- investigative report from sick and some are dying Health, a close MassCOSH response, the Postal Service their local election officials tablished delivery standards the U.S. Department of La- because of a disease they partner. “Add staff. Cut red has updated its website to for further information and consider how the mail bor’s OIG, OSHA received acquired on the job,” said tape. Do whatever it takes serve both voting custom- about deadlines and other actually works, so that vot- more than 4,100 complaints MassCOSH Communica- to make protecting whis- ers seeking information on requirements. ers have adequate time to of illegal retaliation against tions Director Jeff Newton. tleblowers a priority. When how to use the mail to vote In addition, the site pro- request, receive, complete whistleblowers during “But due to a botched gov- workers can safely speak and election officials seek- vides resources to state and and send their mail-in bal- the first months of the ernment response, when out, we can save lives in the ing resources to help make local election officials as lots. The Postal Service will COVID-19 pandemic, from workers speak up to de- workplace, and protect our their administration of the part of the Postal Service’s continue to do everything Feb. 1, 2020, through May mand better safety, they are families and communities.” upcoming elections a suc- ongoing efforts to partner in its power to efficiently cess. with such officials to make handle and deliver Election For domestic voters, the the elections a success. The Mail, including ballots, in website provides direct site guides election offi- a manner consistent with links to federal election re- cials in contacting Postal the proven processes and sources as well as links to Service personnel to dis- procedures that have been SIMPLY FREE CHECKING state-specific resources. For cuss how they can design relied upon for years. overseas and military vot- their mailings in a manner The Postal Service re- MAKES LIFE SIMPLE ers, the new site provides that comports with postal ceives no tax dollars for additional information, in- regulations, improves mail operating expenses and re- OPEN ANY NEW CHECKING ACCOUNT cluding links to resources piece visibility and ensures lies on the sale of postage, AND YOU’LL RECEIVE FREE: supporting their election efficient processing as well products and services to participation. as timely delivery. The site fund its operations. Instant Issue ATM/VISA® check card with access Congresswoman Pressley leads lawmakers to Allpoint® network in standing firm on postal service funding

Staff Report Republican accomplices ing for America Act. Along Online Banking, Bill Pay work to undermine and sab- with providing the $25 bil- and e-Statements Congresswoman Ayanna otage the USPS, it’s critical lion in emergency funding, Pressley sent a letter urg- that we stand firm in our de- the bill (H.R. 8015) would ing House Speaker Nancy mand to provide the Postal halt post office closures, Pelosi and Senate Minority Service with the resources consolidations and stop the Mobile Banking, People Leader Chuck Schumer to and support it needs to re- reduction of hours at postal Pay and Check Deposit “stand firm” in their fight main the strong, secure, locations, prohibit the re- to protect the United States and reliable public service moval of mail sorting ma- Postal Service (USPS) from agency that it is.” chines and mailboxes, en- Trump Administration at- “We need the Post Office sure that employees receive tacks and secure billions in to guarantee that everything overtime pay for overtime Plus, get your FREE GIFT emergency funding for the from ballots to Census hours, and return postal when you open any new checking account! USPS. The U.S. House of forms arrive on time,” said service to the level Amer- Representatives will vote Congressman Donald M. icans experienced on Jan. on a bill tomorrow to pro- Payne, Jr. “Usually, sup- 1, 2020, before the coro- vide $25 billion in emer- port for this critical Amer- navirus public health crisis gency funds to the Postal ican institution is not a po- gripped the nation. Service to improve mail de- litical issue. Unfortunately, Earlier this week, Con- livery and service ahead of President Trump has decid- gresswoman Pressley NMLS # 457291 Member FDIC | Member DIF 800.657.3272 EBSB.com the 2020 election. ed to try and limit service joined members of the Mas-

Congresswoman Press- to improve his re-election sachusetts House delega- $50 minimum deposit required to open any checking account. Other fees may apply, see schedule of ley and Congressman chances in November. tion at a press conference to fees for details. Free gift is awarded when account is opened. EBSB reserves the right to substitute a gift Payne were joined by 101 Now, the Post Office needs discuss Congress’ response of similar value. Please note, in the event the value of the free gift exceeds $10, the bank is required to House colleagues in send- every dime of this money to President Trump’s and report the gift value on form 1099-INT. The recipient is responsible for all applicable taxes. Bank rules and regulations apply. Ask a representative for details. ing the letter. to thrive. I wanted to write Postmaster General De- “The United States Post- this letter to encourage Joy’s actions to sabotage Facebook.com/EastBostonSavingsBank al Service provides essen- House and Senate leader- the USPS. tial jobs and services to our ship not to negotiate on the Congresswoman Press- communities and is critical final funding figures when ley also joined her col- to our democracy and our it comes to something as leagues this week in de- economy,” said Congress- important to Americans as manding that Postmaster woman Ayanna Pressley. mail delivery.” General Louis DeJoy be For Advertising Rates, Call 617-884-2416 “As the Trump administra- The letter comes before a removed from his position tion and their handpicked crucial vote on the Deliver- immediately. Page 8 THE EAST BOSTON TIMES-FREE PRESS Wednesday, August 26, 2020 EAST BOSTON WAVES CONCLUDE SUCCESSFUL 9-1 SEASON

The East Boston Waves communities, the Waves travel girls softball team once again met the high bar just concluded another suc- they’ve set for themselves cessful season with a 9-1 over the years. record, good enough for a “Every year these girls second place finish in the exhibit such dedication, 15team USA Softball East- effort, and skill to play at ern Mass 18-Under divi- this level. They’re a great sion. group and a pleasure to Now in their tenth year coach,” said Coach Gil- and coached by Dr. Robert bride. Gilbride and Daryl Martin, Coach Martin added the Waves followed their “This year particularly is previous years of first-place such an accomplishment finishes with another strong just to get on the field play- showing in the highly com- ing that the results were al- petitive league. most secondary.” Waves third baseman Bella Perotti throws out the runner at Brianna Meroli makes a nice play at first base. Playing the best high Coach Gilbride conclud- first base. school and college players ed, “We’re thankful to the from cities such as Bedford, girls, the league, and all Gloucester, Billerica, Mar- those involved in making blehead, Newton, Andover, this happen this summer”. Lowell, and several other

Waves pitcher Serena Gilbride at the plate ready to bat. Waves catcher Morgan Vigeant at the plate.

Lyndsay Baxter and Kelly Joyce on the bases.

Jessica Martin getting ready to hit. Serena Gilbride of the Waves fires a pitch.

Brianna Meroli gets ready to hit.

VOTE SEPT. 1ST Re-Elect Terrence Kennedy

For Governor’s Council

• Integrity • Respect • Leadership Paid political Advertisement The East Boston Waves girls softball team. Front row, from left, are Morgan Vigeant, Serena Gilbride, Bella Perotti, and VOTE SEPT. 1ST Jessica Martin. Back row, from left, are Avery Badger, Kelly Joyce, Lyndsay Baxter, Briana Meroli, and Jodee Domey.

A short story about growing up with an unfair advantage. Parents of infants: Polio.

As one of the last American children to You are focused contract polio, Jeffrey Galpin grew up in a world of iron lungs and body casts, alone with his imagination. His story would be on keeping your dramatic enough if it was just about his battle with this dreaded disease. But Jeffrey Galpin did more than survive baby safe right now. polio. He went on to a list of achievements in medical research—including being the principal investigator in applying the first gene therapy for HIV/AIDS. We are too. Dr. Galpin actually credits his own incurable condition for giving him the focus that made him so passionate in his research. His story leaves us with two of the most We know you are worried, but it is important to bring your baby to contagious messages we know. Don’t give up, and remember to give back. If the health center for regular vaccines. Vaccines are more important Dr. Galpin’s story inspires just one more person to make a difference, then its telling now than ever, and without them, your baby is at risk for serious and here has been well worth while. sometimes fatal diseases. We are safely seeing babies and children in our Family Medicine and Pediatrics departments. All visits are limited to one child and one aaos.org/75years parent or caregiver. If you are unwell, Celebrating please do not come to the health center Human Healing yourself. If you have questions, please orthoinfo.org call us at 617-569-5800. www.ebnhc.org Wednesday, August 26, 2020 THE EAST BOSTON TIMES-FREE PRESS Page 9 Sports

East Boston Expos have 4-2 victory over Charlestown in championship series

The Yawkey Baseball up 2-0 on Brett Samboy’s saved the day for the Ex- that Hall fielded as Santilli League championship se- groundout to first base. pos. Down 4-0, the Town- legged his swing into an ries got underway when Sullivan quickly settled ies staged an uprising in infield single. Jack Vaccari the unbeaten East Boston down, however, and the the seventh that started walked, then a Hall fastball Expos hung on for a 4-2 contest turned into a pitch- innocently enough when got away and glanced off win over the Charlestown ing duel after that. Only Santilli tapped a slow roll- Townies at Alumni Field in Expo Matt Ferro reached er down the third base line See EXPOS Page 11 Lowell in the first of a best- base over the next three of-five matchup. innings. Meanwhile, Hall Matt Costanza provid- ruled from the start as he ed the offensive punch for struck out Townies Ben the Expos with a pair of Adams, Devin Santilli, and hits that keyed rallies to Brandon Grover in the first buttress righthander Scott inning and then allowed Hall’s complete game on just one hit, a one-out sec- the mound. Costanza’s ond inning single by Kyle double in the sixth inning Halloran, until running into proved crucial. The Town- trouble in the seventh. ies, who been held hitless The Expos stretched through six innings, came their 2-0 lead to 4-0 in the to life in the seventh (last) fifth. With one out, Mike inning with a pair of runs Oliveira doubled to left and threatened to torpedo but was erased in a run- Hall’s effort. down between second and East Boston jumped out third when Petrone hit into to a 2-0 lead in the first in- a fielder’s choice. Gaines ning. Leadoff hitter Ryan walked, setting up Costan- Petrone singled off Townie za once more. Again, the starter Billy Sullivan then lanky left-handed hitter re- stole second. After Philip sponded, lacing a double Gaines walked, Costanza, to left-center that pushed who tied for the league bat- Petrone across the plate. ting title with a .513 aver- Derek Adamson walked to age, rapped a single to right load the bases, then Sam- center to load the bases. boy walked to push Gaines IT ENDS HERE: Expos third baseman Matt Costanza is COMPLETE EFFORT: East Boston’s Scott Hall went the dis- Derek Adamson grounded home with the Expos fourth framed by Townies batter Mike Barlett as Costanza fields tance and struck out 11 en route to a 4-2 win over Charles- to third to score Petrone run. Bartlett’s grounder that led to the final out of East Boston’s town. and Gaines put East Boston The two extra runs 4-2 win over Charlestown.

TRACKING HIM DOWN: Charlestown Townies shortstop Kyle Halloran chases down East NOT IN TIME: Townie’s third baseman take a throw but its not in time to get an East Bos- Boston’s Mike Oliveira who got caught in a rundown between second and third base. ton runner.

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By John Lynds future extension of the park way system for commuting, • Chelsea Spur: Wood Is- Last year Rep. Adrian running, biking, leisurely land Station to Chelsea Madaro secured $100,000 strolls, walks with family The extensions to Win- in the state budget for an members or simply a route throp, Revere, and Chelsea engineering, environmental to access businesses and would create a regional and feasibility study to ex- amenities in places like greenway network like that tend the Mary Ellen Welch Winthrop or Revere. connects Lynn, Everett, and Greenway past Constitution The FoMEWG have Malden. With the greenway Beach to Belle Isle Marsh been working for years on extensions, residents and and eventually to Winthrop extending the Greenway visitors alike will be able to and Revere. further to the north to Re- walk and bike to beaches, Support for the de- vere and east to Winthrop, wetlands, and destinations cades-old plan to connect allowing more people to throughout these nearby the Greenway with neigh- enjoy this amenity and ac- but currently disconnected borhoods north of Eastie cess the open space and communities, while also is now gaining some speed safe, beautiful, low-stress gaining new levels of ac- and the Friends of the Mary corridor for active transpor- cess to Eastie and beyond. The site of the proposed Mary Ellen Welch Greenway extension bridge across Belle Isle Ellen Welch Greenway (Fo- tation that it affords. Perhaps one of the eas- Marsh into Winthrop. MEWG) have been circu- There are several pro- iest visions and the one lating an online survey on posed extensions to the most likely to take the least Boston and Winthrop resi- Revere is also actively be- Street as a part of the miti- the future extension. existing Mary Ellen Welch amount of time in terms of dents, the Greenway Coun- ing discussed. The two gre- gation package for the Suf- The survey, which can be Greenway. Four proposed planning and development cil, Bike Winthrop, the enway extensions will need folk Downs Development. found at https://www.sur- extensions include: is the proposed greenway Winthrop Transportation to be connected at Orient veymonkey.com/r/MHRN- • Winthrop Extension: bridge across Belle Isle Advisory Committee, and Heights Station. The de- Coordination between the VCQ, asks residents to rate Mary Ellen Welch Green- Marsh into Winthrop. Friends of Belle Isle Marsh veloper of Suffolk Downs, consultants and the com- how they would use a fu- way to Winthrop The vision to create a to extend the Greenway to HYM Investment Group, munity will be beneficial ture greenway extension. • Revere Extension: Con- “Winthrop Greenway” has Winthrop through an off- has committed to building to ensure that extensions The group is trying to stitution Beach to Revere existed for a couple of de- road multi-use path. the Greenway connection gauge the number of res- • Chelsea Creek: Chelsea cades. There has been a An extension of the Mary from Constitution Beach link together seamlessly for idents that would use any St to Revere Beach Park- strong interest from East Ellen Welch Greenway to via Bennington and Walley walkers and bikers. Councilor Edwards hold hearing on city’s cannabis equity ordinance

By John Lynds regulations on July 22 and business. She said the BCB for the city to give them the ty to non-equity licenses for under those rules and regu- approval should be the last okay to get final approval the various license types is- Last week, City Coun- lations, the HCA negotiated stop before state approval from the state. sued by the CCC. The CCC cilor Lydia Edwards held a with OEI after approval by by the Cannabis Control Under the proposed is only issuing delivery li- City Council hearing with the BCB and there is no set Commission (CCC). changes, the host commu- censes to equity applicants the Committee of Govern- timeline for their execution. It would also give appli- nity agreement negotiations for a two-year period. ment Operations aiming to “While the BCB is doing cants a more clear roadmap would start within three “We need to make sure close a city loophole in the the licensing, OEI makes from applying for a license days of the required com- that equity applicants are granting of marijuana li- the final decision on who to actually receiving one. munity outreach meeting going to have the same op- censes that have left some gets a license,” said Ed- “If host community and a draft version of the portunities to open dispen- local cannabis entrepre- wards at the hearing. agreements are still being agreement would be given saries as non-equity appli- neurs in the lurch and dis- What Edwards is hoping negotiated behind closed to the applicant within 10 cants,” said Edwards. “My enfranchised. City Councilor Lydia Ed- to do is create a more robust doors and there is no firm business days of that meet- concern is that the BCB will At the hearing Edwards wards during last week’s community process when it timeline on when they will ing. be issuing equity licenses said there’s been a lack of online hearing. comes to future HCA and be executed, entrepreneurs The negotiated agree- to delivery businesses over transparency in the city’s establishing a solid timeline will continue to struggle ment would then be re- the next few years and if we approval process with both between a signed HCA and with the lack of predictabil- viewed by the BCB as part don’t adjust the 1:1 ratio to the Boston Cannabis Board into the lucrative cannabis the granting of a license by ity that we have had for the of its review of a complete include different types of (BCB) and the city’s Of- game even after licenses are BCB. last three years,” she said. application. If the applica- businesses, non-equity ap- fice of Emerging Indus- granted by BCB. To Edwards this would Edwards said the pro- tion is approved the agree- plicants could get a much tries (OEI) involved in the The problem, said Ed- make more sense than cess has frustrated many ment would be executed. higher number of licenses decision-making. Howev- wards, surrounds the city’s granting a license and then applicants who have refur- In addition to changes to to operate dispensaries than er, OEI has been dragging Host Community Agree- negotiating a HCA after the bished commercial spaces the HCAs, Edwards’ pro- equity applicants.” their feet on many local ment (HCA). The BCB fact with no input from res- and are either paying hefty posal also establishes the applicants waiting to get adopted its final rules and idents impacted by such a mortgages or rents waiting 1:1 minimum ratio of equi-

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Expos // CONTINUED FROM PAGE 9 Halloran’s helmet to load er to third base that Costan- Black Sox (East Boston) the bases. First baseman za gobbled up and fired to and the Stoneham Sabers Mike Martignetti singled to first for the out, preserving (Charlestown). The Ex- score Santilli and Vaccari, the Expos 4-2 win. pos are new to the Yawkey and the Townies had the go- The Expos (14-0) and Baseball League in 2020. ahead run at the plate with the Townies (10-3-1) fin- The Townies return to the no outs. ished 1-2 in the League’s Championship series after But Hall regained his pandemic-shortened sea- a heartbreaking 4-2 series composure, striking out son and advanced to the loss to the Revere Rockies Charles Auditore and Sean championship round after that ended on a stunning, McGivern before Mike sweeping their semi-final walk-off three run homer in Bartlett knocked a ground- series 3-0 over the Brighton Game Six in 2019.

SUMMIT MEETING: East Boston Expos (left to right) third baseman Matt Costanza, catcher Derek Adamson, shortstop Jose Paulino, pitcher Scott Hall (29) second baseman Mike Oliveira, and first baseman Brett Samboy gather their thoughts after the Charlestown Townies make it a 4-2 game with no outs and the go-ahead run coming to the plate. The discussion paid off as Hall struck out the next two hitters and coaxed a groundout to end the game.

TURNING TWO: Shortstop Jose Paulino (3) follows through as second baseman Mike Oliveira watches his teammates complete a 4-6-3 double play that squelched a Townie’s threat in the second inning of the East Boston Expos 4-2 win over the Charlestown Town- WHAT’S THE CALL? East Boston’s Mike Oliveira and Charlestown’s Sean McGivern await ies in the opening game of the Yawkey Baseball League championship series Monday the umpire’s call on McGivern’s attempt to steal second base. The call was “safe” slid night. under the tag.

Winthrop shop got the best! Robin’s Nest voted best giftshop north of Boston

If you are looking for in Gerolamo, said in a re- ry, frames and more can be that special gift or a treat cent interview, “we carry customized for Winthrop or for yourself, then you do a wide selection of items anywhere in the world!” not have to go further than ranging from jewelry to This year’s award is not Robin’s Nest at 79 Jefferson home decor, children’s the first time that Robin’s Street in Winthrop Center. gifts, and even items for store has been honored. In Robin’s Nest recently your pets…we focus on 2019, Robin’s Nest was won North Shore Mag- finding items made in the named the Business of azine’s Readers’ Choice USA. Customers love our the Year by the Winthrop Award for Best Gift Shop. personalized gifts and items Chamber of Commerce, Robin’s Nest founder, Rob- like pillows, glasses, jewel- and has also been recog-

Robin’s Nest offers a wide variety of crafts, trinkets, home decor, jewelry and more. Shown above and to the left are just some of the items on display at the boutique.

nized with awards in North Robin’s Nest began with come in to find that special Shore Magazine’s Home a small shop in the High- gift for others, and also end and Wedding editions. lands, open just part-time, up buying something for In receiving this year’s in 2016. After a positive themselves.” BONS 2020 Award, Robin response from the commu- Robin’s Nest will be cel- said, “We want to acknowl- nity, Robin’s Nest moved ebrating their BONS 2020 edge the loyalty of our cus- to their current location in win with a special event tomers and we are grateful Winthrop Center and be- this weekend, August 20- for the support of the com- gan full-time hours in June 23, including a storewide munity. We send a heartfelt 2017. sale, raffles, giveaways and thank you to everyone who In closing Robin said, more!! voted for us this year.” “many of our customers

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CLARK SCHOOL the motion that resulted in One of the keys, Maltez MASSIVE UPPER BROADWAY NAMED AFTER the naming of these schools said, is to make sure the after Chelsea residents who Chelsea Police and City of- RECONSTRUCTION PROJECT STARTED MORRIE SEIGAL had lost their lives while ficials enforce the dedicat- CHELSEA - The City serving their country. ed lane, which will not be of Chelsea and the Chelsea separated with dividers or School Committee would other traffic posts. He said like to recognize and ac- NEW BUS LANE that will be key, and that the knowledge that the Clark CONSTRUCTION Police are on board with it. Avenue Middle School has “That was one of the been dedicated to Morris TO START first challenges we wanted H. “Morrie” Seigal and will CHELSEA - A dynamic, to take on,” he said. “En- be forever designated as the new dedicated bus and bike forcement is going to be the Morris H. Seigal Clark Av- lane will start construction key…We want it ticketed enue Middle School. in the Broadway business and enforced. The red paint The Chelsea School district in September, with we believe will make a dif- Committee recommended an eye to finishing up the ference. We’ve seen it work this dedication by vote on project in three to four in two places, including Feb. 7, 2019. However, weeks before the end of the City Hall and Park Square. due to COVID-19 in May, construction season. Having the red paint tells the formal dedication of the Planner Alex Train and people not to go there. Just school is postponed. Public Works Director Fi- the red paint itself is a de- Morris Henry Seigal was del Maltez said they have terrent.” a lifelong resident of the all of the designs ready and He also said they have City of Chelsea, and his approvals from the City begun to add more short- contributions to the Chel- Council and Traffic/Park- term parking zones along sea Public Schools are to be ing Commission. Broadway, and Train said commended. “We’ve fully designed they looked at frequent Morris Henry Seigal the bus lane project and are double parking spots and lived his 92 years as a life- proceeding with construc- tried to home in on those long resident of Chelsea. tion in September,” said areas for the short-term He graduated from Chelsea Train. “We’ve had a lot of parking. High School before going conversations with busi- Those five-minute zones The massive Upper Broadway infrastructure and roadway project began on Monday at on to receive his undergrad- ness owners concerning were unveiled along Broad- City Hall. Aqualine contractors will work the next two years to replace water and sewer uate degree from Salem the implementation. But way two weeks ago, and pipes from City Hall to the Revere line. After that, the City will reconstruct the roadway, State College and his grad- we’re extremely excited for have been working well sidewalks and drainage. The project is expected to wrap up in 2025. uate degree from Boston this and it’s a positive and initially. University. Seigal served a a great step in the right di- The Broadway bus and three-year tour in the U.S. rection for mobility. Route bike lane could also tie in to Army during WWII, in- 112 carries 12,000 people a other routes too. Looking to the long-term cent. boy like himself – which cluding 18 months of com- day, and the Route 116 and Maltez said for the bus future, Train said there is a It was a big month for would have been the norm bat service in the South 117 use the same route and aspect, there has been talk much larger project being the McGonagle campaign in America at the time – but Pacific. During his 36-year carry more people every at the state level about add- designed with MassDOT in July, though, as it only rather a “racial cocoon” career in the Chelsea school day. This bus lane will re- ing a dedicated bus lane to to fully revamp downtown raised $2,900 in June, where he was welcomed system, Seigal was a teach- ally improve these three big the Mystic/Tobin Bridge. – including new utilities, showing that the campaign everywhere and felt no hint er, master’s assistant for bus routes and create better There is also a dedicated sidewalks, paving, traf- hit its stride with fundrais- of racial discrimination or grades 1-6, submaster at the waiting areas, too.” bus lane included in the fic signals and new public ing just last month. There prejudice from his friends Williams School, and lastly The bus lane will run re-design of Rutherford Av- spaces. That has an estimat- were only seven donors to or his teachers. the headmaster at the Mary along the western side of enue and the North Wash- ed start date of 2025. the campaign in June, and It was, as he described C. Burke School. He also the Broadway and will be ington Street Bridge in one was from Everett. it in a heartwarming es- served as president of the delineated by distinctive Charlestown. With all those NOT A LOT OF Meanwhile, for challeng- say a few years back, “an Chelsea Teacher’s Union red paint to let drivers know pieces working together, it FUNDRAISING IN er Michael McLaughlin, Atypical Black American for several years. Morris to stay out of that lane when could mean a seamless and July was also his biggest Boyhood.” Carrington, 90, served for 29 years on the driving or parking. The lane quick ride to downtown STATE REP. RACE fundraising month, but he grew up in Everett, attend- Chelsea School Commit- will go from Bellingham Boston from Bellingham EVERETT - While the fell far short of the McGo- ed Everett public schools, tee, elected in 1983 and Square southbound to Third Square, he said. race for state representative nagle war chest. then went on to Harvard was twice elected as School Street/Everett Avenue. It “The Route 111 in partic- in Everett this summer has McLaughlin raised University – preparing him Committee Chairman. He will also accommodate bi- ular would have a dedicated had a good deal of interest $4,500 in July, and has for a distinguished role in was a youth director at the cyclists and provide a saf- bus lane from Bellingham and debate – at a social dis- $4,887 on hand as of July the Civil Rights Movement Young Men’s Hebrew As- er way for them to travel Square all the way to Bos- tance of course – it hasn’t 31. and as ambassador to Sene- sociation (YMHS) for 21 down Broadway as well. ton if that dedicated lane generated a lot of fundrais- Of his eight donations, gal and Nigeria. years and also served as the Meanwhile, the Fourth and come into effect on the To- ing or spending compared four were from Everett and Locally, in 2017, he was assistant director of Camp Broadway bus stop will be bin in the future,” he said. to other nearby races for another two had extensive the Grand Marshal of the Menorah. Mr. Seigel spon- widened and improved for Train said the bike lane state representative. business in Everett – in- City of Everett’s colossal sored the motion that led those waiting there. The aspect would tie into up- State records from the cluding Frank Mastrocola 125th anniversary celebra- to the Boston University/ project is expected to cost coming lanes on Williams Office of Campaign and and Attorney Anthony Ros- tion, and last year he was an Chelsea Partnership, which $570,000, and there is an and Beacham Streets, as Political Finance (OCPF) si. honored guest in attendance resulted in the construction online public meeting about well as a planned bike lane have been revamped during Those giving the max- on the opening morning of of four new schools in Chel- the upcoming construction on Upper Broadway to the this election cycle to re- imum donation of $1,000 Encore Boston Harbor. sea. He was instrumental in on Aug. 26 at 6 p.m. Revere line. quire candidates to submit were Mastrocola, Lidia “Everett then was a very campaign reports every Rossi, Attorney Rossi, and unique city,” he said. “We month – giving those on Anthony Rossi Sr. of Ev- had a population of 50,000 the outside a clearer look at erett. and only about 50 black how campaigns are running The McLaughlin cam- families and those black THE from month to month. paign did not show any families were scattered It, of course, has been a fundraising in June. throughout the city,” he told brave new world trying to On the expenditure side the Independent in 2017. campaign and raise mon- of things, July had nothing “There was no black area. It ey within the confines of really to speak of from ei- was very integrated. Later, I INDEPENDENT COVID-19 restrictions, ther candidate when it came learned the National Urban which means there are to spending – though an- League had done a study NEWSPAPERS no in-person fundraising ecdotally the spending has and found that Everett was events or rallies or numer- seemed to pick up in Au- the most integrated city of ous house parties bent on gust. Those numbers, how- its kind in the country. I raising money for cam- ever, will not be out until grew up in a very integrat- paigns. In all, incumbents after the Sept. 1 Primary ed community, which was have led the way due to Election. unique for those times. their network of established The largest expenditure “In fact, I grew up in an donors from the past, and in the campaign thus far area with mostly Irish and that was no exception in has been from McGonagle Italian kids,” he continued. Size: 160x600 IAB Everett where State Rep. to Somerville political con- “I was the only black and Joe McGonagle outpaced sultant Feargal O’Toole. He I would tell people I could $30000 per month/per site his challenger, Councilor was paid $8,897 from the swear in Italian with a Sicil- Michael McLaughlin in McGonagle Campaign in ian accent before I had ever fundraising last month. July. learned to swear in English. McGonagle and Mc- The only other expendi- It was a great place to grow 3 SPOTS AVAILABLE Laughlin started June in rel- tures of note were $500 in up in the 1930s and 1940s. atively similar spots when ads in June and $450 in ads That gave me the ability it came to fundraising and in July to Advocate News- to thrive and go on and do ON EACH SITE capital available. However, papers. There was also things I wanted to do.” McGonagle raised $19,901 $1,000 in printing costs in Carrington, now of New- JUST A CLICK AWAY in July to bring his cash on June to Connolly Printing ton, left behind his wife and hand to $21,102 on July 31. of Woburn. constant companion, Arese Combo Rates avaiŽable! Some of his notable do- For McLaughlin, the Carrington. Buy any 3 sites, get 4th FREE nations came from Coun- only expenditures in July This week, she said her cilors Anthony DiPierro were $125 to Independent heart was broken and she and John Hanlon, as well News Group, and in June was honored to have been 12 COMMUNITIES TO CHOOSE FROM as School Committee- $1,100 to Connolly Print- by his side. reverejournal.com• winthroptranscript.com man Frank Parker. Former ing of Woburn. “My heart is heavy and House Speaker Tom Fin- Other state representa- broken with the passing lynnjournal.com • everettindependent.com • eastietimes.com neran, and his wife, Donna, tive races in surrounding of my beloved husband also contributed to the cam- cities have far outpaced the Ambassador Walter Car- chelsearecord.com • charlestownbridge.com • beaconhilltimes.com paign $200 each in July. Everett race, with incum- rington,” she said this week. The Everett Superior Offi- bents and challengers rais- “He was a brilliant, loving northendregionalreview.com • thebostonsun.com cers Union also contributed ing significantly more mon- gentle husband. We shared jamaicaplaingazette.com • missionhillgazette.com $500 in July. ey and spending it as well. a great love and bond, uni- Maximum donations of ty, trust and respect for Traffic reports available upon request $1,000 came from the own- U.S. AMBASSADOR each other. I remember him er of Capitol Waste, EM CARRINGTON showing me his childhood Duggan’s Executive Vice home in Everett and going Call your Rep. at 781-485-0588 President and his wife, the DEAD AT AGE 90 down memory lane of his owner of JK Glass Compa- EVERETT - Former high school days at Ever- Sales Rep Ext ny, Natick Attorney Cheryl U.S. Ambassador Walter ett High. He was so happy Deb x101 Kathy x110 Maureen x103 Sioux x125 Peter x106 Kimball and June Corry of Carrington often described to have been the Everett’s the South Shore. growing up in Everett Grand Marshal and as we First Come - First Served Of the 82 donors to the during the 1930s and 1940s rode down the streets in an campaign, 22 were from not as an oppressive envi- Everett – or about 27 per- ronment for a young black See REGION Page 13 Wednesday, August 26, 2020 THE EAST BOSTON TIMES-FREE PRESS Page 13

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open car, he was pointing affect the quality of life for RTA WANTS FULLY need to thrive. They’re also students. mask-wearing seriously. out places to me. people visiting or residing REMOTE MODEL hearing from constituents, “In the remaining weeks “We’ve not been great,” It was such an honor in the area. The unit’s pri- including many teachers’ before students resume he said. “We need to dis- for me to be by his side on mary mode of transporta- REVERE - President union leaders, who in- learning, we have a critical tance. We need to stay his courageous journey of tion is the bike, which al- Revere Teachers Associa- sist that school buildings opportunity for parents, ed- apart. People’s lives depend selflessness in the service lows them to move around tion (RTA) Gina Garro said should remain closed alto- ucators, union leaders, and on it. If socializing stops, of humanity especially as quickly but still have the this week that the RTA be- gether to protect students community partners – re- kids can go back to school.” he fought for human rights ability to easily interact lieves the only safe start to and staff and to prevent the gardless of the model they Town Manager Faison and democracy in Nigeria. with people. The team con- school is in a fully remote spread of the virus.” each wanted to see adopted added that if the town had “He was such a great sists of five officers and model for all educators, Like Revere, many of – to move forward with a taken safety protocols more man, an activist to the core a sergeant who utilize a staff and students. the 275 members of MASS shared sense of purpose,” seriously for the past sev- who did so much for civil variety of solutions to the “We fully acknowledge were eager and hopeful to wrote MASS. “We are liv- eral months that “we might rights, human rights, de- problems that they encoun- the difficult situation the have their School Commit- ing in imperfect times, to have been ready to send our mocracy, rule of law and ter. The officers frequently community is in, and de- tee approve a hybrid model. say the least, so while no kids to school.” social justice,” she contin- refer people or problems to spite our strong desire to However, the Revere plan can achieve a “per- Councilor Rob DeMarco ued. “He was passionate other agencies that can pro- be in school with our stu- School Committee who fect” result, let’s all strive expressed his disappoint- about the important things vide additional assistance. dents we know that it is voted for a ‘remote’ learn- to be creative, open-mind- ment in the committee’s in life and always showed The officers then have the not currently safe to do ing model to start off the ed, resilient, and unequivo- decision, saying the hybrid such humility and compas- opportunity to follow-up so,” said Garro. She add- school year last week de- cally determined to get our model had a remote fall- sion. Heartwarming trib- on the issues to make sure ed, “The positivity rate for spite an outline of precau- students back to learning.” back plan that could have utes have been pouring in that they are resolved. COVID-19 in Revere re- tions that would have been been implemented if need- from around the world. He The team is frequently ac- cently caused Mayor Arri- implemented in a ‘hybrid’ ed. He alleged that the de- touched so many lives and companied by a member go to call for a remote start learning model. cision was made to benefit to school this coming Sep- MANAGER had an impact on so many of our Behavioral Health “Despite these precau- OUTLINES STATE the administration more countries. His legacies will Unit (BHU) who can offer tember. Remote learning tions, some communities than the students. live on forever. a wide variety of services. means that all students and ultimately will decide, as OF THE TOWN Library Arese Carrington said Many of the individuals educators learn and teach some already have, that WINTHROP - The Win- The library is currently her husband will be laid to that the officers’ encounter from home until it is safe to even a partial reopening throp Town Council met offering pickup and dropoff rest in the place he regard- need help with issues such return to the buildings.” is not worth the risk, and remotely on Aug. 18 for its service for physical media. ed as his hometown – Ev- as mental health or ad- Garro said educators begin the year with all stu- regularly scheduled weekly In addition, it is enhancing erett. Despite his sojourn diction and BHU is there, should not be mandated dents learning from home,” meeting where it heard up- its collection of digital ma- round the world, his wishes meeting people where they to teach from their class- said MASS. “In those com- dates on COVID and its im- terials. The Council has re- were to be returned to his are, to offer immediate as- rooms, nor should the munities, Superintendents pact on the school reopen- quested more creative ways home that he cherished so sistance. city’s most vulnerable stu- will work with teachers’ ing and the library. to expand library services. much. dents be back in their class- unions to design and im- COVID-19 Town Manager Faison His time at Harvard was rooms. plement distance learning Health Director Mere- reported that his office is ELECTION “Any gathering of edu- a special one, and he was DEPARTMENT IS plans that reflect lessons dith Hurley reported 334 currently working on vir- talented in debate and pub- cators or students puts the learned last spring about documented COVID cases tual learning opportunities lic speaking – something he READY FOR VOTE entire community at risk,” what worked well and what in Winthrop, with 24 de- and getting Chromebooks credited to mentors in Ev- REVERE - The City of said Garro. “We will know needs improvement.” ceased, 19 in isolation and and internet into the homes erett like Lt. Gov. Sumner Revere Elections Depart- that it is safe to phase in a MASS said districts will 291 recovered. The ma- of children. Whittier. After Harvard, he ment is preparing for record return to school buildings have to find creative ways jority of new cases are in “[The library] can’t be a became the youngest mem- voter turnout ahead of this when community health for students and families the age range of 21 to 40. community center. It can’t ber ever of the Massachu- year’s Sept. 1 State Prima- and safety benchmarks are to “meet” their new teach- According to Gov. Baker’s be what it was,” he said. setts Commission Against ries and Nov. 3 State Elec- met and the infrastructure ers, even if not in person, new COVID color chart “We’re not close to being Discrimination (MCAD). tion. Due to the COVID-19 of all school buildings are to establish relationships at of Mass. cities and towns, open to the public. We’re It was there he was instru- pandemic, many residents’ proven to be up to stan- the start of the school year. Winthrop is currently a Yel- trying to keep people safe.” mental in deciding a case polling locations have dard.” Districts operating fully low Zone trending toward He added that the town is against the Boston Red Sox changed and new Vote-By- Garro said the RTA remote models also will a Red Zone, which is the currently engaging with the stands together with mem- that forced the team to in- Mail procedures have been have to devise strategies most critical. union to “make the com- bers of the community, tegrate racially more than implemented. to serve students with the Town Manager Austin munity happy.” students and their families a decade after Jackie Rob- The Election Commis- greatest needs, particularly Faison drove home the se- Asst. Town Manager to demand a safe learning inson had broken the color sion has already processed students with disabilities, verity of Winthrop’s current Anna Freedman added that experience for all. barrier. 4334 Vote by Mail ballots English learners, children situation, saying the gover- the plan is to bring back all Last week the Parent He was a member of and 444 Absentee ballots. living in poverty, and oth- nor called him personally to of the furloughed library Teacher Safe Reopening the Peace Corps in Africa, “In September 2016, which ers who were not fully en- address Winthrop’s climb- employees. She empha- Committee placed black which is what eventually is comparable to Septem- gaged in distance learning ing numbers. sized that their salaries can- balloons at four schools drew him back there as an ber 2020, only 2,138 voters from March to June. Chal- “We are not in a good not be moved to any other across the city--Revere Ambassador to Senegal cast a ballot. We have al- lenging questions remain place,” he said. “We Town departments. High School, Sergeant and, later, Nigeria. ready tripled that number,” about how schools can pro- shouldn’t be looking for “Those funds will remain James J. Hill Elementary A stint of four years in said Diane Colella, Re- vide additional services re- the light at the end of the at the library,” she said. School, Rumney Marsh Nigeria as Ambassador vere’s Election Commis- motely to address students’ tunnel. We are in the midst Council asked that a li- Academy and Beachmont was truly a life-changing, sioner. “In my 20 years on social-emotional needs, of it right now. This is very brary representative attend Veterans Memorial School. and life-threatening, stretch the Election Commission especially their mental and serious and it’s not going the next council meeting. “These balloons repre- of service – and something that number has never been physical health. away.” General Updates sent the pain and loss our that defined his renowned so high during a State Pri- “There is no shortage of Faison reported that • The Councilors unan- community has suffered as career. mary in an election year.” opinions about what is the Gov. Charlie Baker is will- imously voted to name the a result of COVID-19 as Facing a harsh military Due to the Covid-19 “right” way to approach the ing to provide resources to new fieldhouse at Miller well as the potential addi- dictatorship, Carrington Pandemic, the Massachu- new school year,” wrote the town, such as increased Field after Anthony Fucillo, tional suffering and death decided he would stand setts legislature has ap- MASS. “While superinten- testing and possibly open- who coached at Winthrop that could result from send- up for his values and for proved no-excuse Vote dents have urged State offi- ing a testing facility. High School for 35 years. ing educators and students American values – things By Mail for all 2020 elec- cials to provide more clear Caller Kurt Millar • Early voting will be back into the school build- he learned to be dear to tions. Registered voters direction for school open- claimed the Winthrop Ferry available in the Harvey ings before it is safe,” said him while growing up in can complete the applica- ing, unless State officials was available for two-hour Hearing Room at Town Garro. “We must not allow Everett. Speaking up was tion, available on the Elec- change their position in the rentals for BYOB par- Hall from Aug. 22 to 28. for a single preventable a dangerous thing, but he tions Department website, days ahead, these decisions ties, which he said “sends • The contractor for the case of illness or death to said he had been resolved and mail or bring it to the are left solely in the hands a mixed message” to the CBD redevelopment proj- result from being back in to continue calling for de- Elections Department. The of the superintendents and community regarding so- ect has asked to extend the buildings too soon. One mocracy in Nigeria. deadline to submit a Vote school committees. There- cial distancing. work into December. The death is too many. We must “That entire experience by Mail application or an fore, each Superintendent School Reopening town is researching wheth- return to the buildings only was something import- absentee ballot application has a weighty responsibili- The School Committee er or not this will be possi- when it is safe.” ant for me and gave me a for a mailed ballot for the ty to cut through the noise, met on Aug. 17, where it ble. The CBD will feature This week the Massa- chance to speak up in de- September 1 primaries is examine the facts, weigh decided the district would parklets for increased seat- chusetts Association of fense of the values I be- 5:00 p.m. on Wednesday, the pros and cons, and rec- be abandoning its previ- ing. School Superintendents lieved in,” he said during August 26, 2020. In person ommend a plan that best ously agreed-upon hybrid An outside engineer has (MASS) commented on the 2017 interview. early voting for the State protects and educates the model of in-person and re- completed a bike study school reopening plans Later, after democracy Primaries will be held from students in their commu- mote learning in favor of a of the town that has been here and across the state. came to the country of Ni- Saturday, August 22, 2020 nity. Ultimately, each pro- fully remote curriculum for passed to the DPW for geria, the government sur- through Friday, August 28, Revere Public School posal must be approved by the fall. The decision came review. The plans create prised Carrington by nam- 2020. The hours of early Superintendent Dr. Dianne the School Committee, but after Gov. Baker released a network of bike paths ing the diplomatic area of voting on Saturday, August Kelly serves on MASS’s even their decision is not the new COVID chart of around town. In addition, a the capital after him. 22, 2020 and Sunday, Au- Executive Committee as final unless the terms are Mass. towns that put Win- group wants to extend the Still today, the Water gust 23, 2020 is 9:00 a.m. their Urban Schools repre- negotiated with the local throp in a zone requiring re- Greenway into Winthrop. Carrington Crescent exists until 2:00 p.m. The hours of sentative. teachers’ union.” mote learning. Resident Bill Rice as the area where more than early voting from Monday In an Op-Ed penned by MASS said no matter Council President Phil claimed that there was a 12 diplomatic missions call through Thursday is 8:15 MASS members the group how the school year starts Boncore was at the meet- large number of complaints their home in Lagos, Nige- a.m. until 5:00 p.m. and on said some communities, in Revere the new school ing, which he called “long from residents about a lack ria. Friday from 8:15 a.m. un- like Revere, are choosing year can begin successfully and intense.” He blamed of enforcement of illegally Not bad for a humble kid til noon. Early voting will not to reopen school build- only if everyone involved the current situation on parked vehicles on Point from Everett who formed be held at St. Anthony’s ings, opting instead for full is committed to working Winthrop residents not tak- Shirley. those values in the schools Church, 250 Revere Street, distance learning for all together for the benefit of ing social distancing and and on the streets of Ever- Revere, MA 02151 Bingo students. Other commu- ett, Massachusetts. hall, rear entrance. nities are moving forward The City will also install with a “hybrid” model, BIKE PATROL a secure drop-box for bal- in which some groups of lots with a camera monitor students alternate between IN CBD in-person learning and dis- Real Estate Transfers next to City Hall to give BUYER 1 SELLER 1 ADDRESS PRICE LYNN - If you have vis- voters another chance to tance learning, in order to ited the downtown area re- ensure physical distancing avoid in-person-voting. All Padinkov, Iliyan 231 Maverick Street LLC 92 Bennington St #1 $550,000 cently you may have seen votes placed in these secure in schools. our newly formed Central “Neither of these ap- ballot boxes will be count- Burke, Sean F 231 Maverick Street LLC 92 Bennington St #3 $655,000 Business District (CBD) ed if dropped off before proaches is being met with Bike Patrol Team in action. universal acclaim,” wrote 8:00 p.m. on Election Day. 114 Falcon GMF LLC Hernandez, Graciela 114 Falcon St $900,000 The team’s neon green uni- The Elections Com- MASS. “Superintendents form makes them easily and School Committees mission website has been Capone, Nicole A Perret, Paris 201 Marion St #1 $396,500 recognizable. As the pop- updated to include all new find themselves caught ulation of the downtown between the impassioned polling locations and early Vasington, Jennifer L Chamberlin, Matthew R 150 Orleans St #406 $640,000 area continues to grow, voting information (avail- viewpoints of two op- we recognized a greater posing camps. They are able here), information Farzadfard, Fahim Fahy, John 156 Porter St #301 $860,000 need for a unit to specifi- about what will be included hearing from parents who cally address the diverse advocate for at least some on ballots at each election, Kibbee, Tucker Carpenter, Craig 364 Sumner St #2 $655,000 concerns of the residents and all deadlines (available return to in-person school- and business owners. The at https://www.revere.org/ ing, in part because of fears CBD team is designed to departments/election-com- about the long-term effects patrol the downtown and mission/ballot). of students being out of deal with issues, such as school, without the sup- anti-social behavior, that port and interactions they 37 MAVERICK SQUARE n EAST BOSTON n 617/561-4495 Page 14 THE EAST BOSTON TIMES-FREE PRESS Wednesday, August 26, 2020 City Paws Socialization as a part of training

By Penny & Ed Cherubino cializing dogs to walk with dog will know that touches other dogs. Many people that hurt are rare, and not While the puppy class with a dog who is reactive to every touch will hurt. of 2020 has had more time other dogs when with their We’ve learned a lot over to bond with their fami- own human are amazed to the years sharing the lives lies, they have had fewer see that same dog quietly of three dogs and have a opportunities to socialize walking away with a canine few tips to add. Brush your with other dogs and human pack under the direction of dog’s teeth. With a pup- strangers. Socialization is a great walker! py that might begin as a an important part of a dog’s wipe with a piece of gauze training and lack of it can Husbandry Training wrapped around your fin- lead to fear of those people, When we say husband- ger. dogs, and situations the pup ry training, we mean you Pretend to clip your hasn’t had an opportunity to should train your dog to be- dog’s nails. Hold each paw explore. have politely when you, a and do a mock run with a groomer, or your veterinary nail trimmer or file. You Socializing Options professionals work with don’t have to snip or file, We often recommend your dog. Since most of us just let the pup get used to puppy kindergarten as a have kept contact with the the idea of you working perfect way to combine professionals in our dog’s near his nails. basic training for the dog lives to a minimum since Brush and comb your and human with safe, ear- March, all of us can do dog so he’s used to the pro- ly socialization. The good some additional husbandry cess. Wash her paws when news is that last month work with our dogs. you return home from those classes began open- For those with new pup- outside. Give him a quick The puppy class of 2020 has had fewer socialization opportunities, but these wee pups ing with new safety guide- pies, we’ll suggest you fol- bath when he’s muddy. All had a fun tussle while their humans stayed safe. lines at both the Animal low the advice given to us of this is best begun with Rescue League of Boston by a very experienced dog someone they already trust and MSPCA. Your comfort person when we brought and the pup can then trans- level with group settings, our first Westie home. She fer that trust to others. your schedule, or lack of said, “Touch everywhere The good news is that other canine aspects of city openings in these limited on the dog all the time. older puppies just like older life. Your member of the space classes could prevent Hold the puppy’s paws dogs can learn new things. puppy class of 2020 can do OBITUARIES you from taking this option. and examine them. Open Just think of all the rescue the same with the right kind If that is the case, we her mouth and look inside. dogs you know who came of training. suggest you ask friends and Check her ears. Run your to live in an urban area and Do you have a question neighbors to recommend a hands all over her body.” had to get used to walks or topic for City Paws? great dog walker. The best Her reasoning was that the on sidewalks and in parks. Send an email to Penny@ Colleen McGillicuddy of these professionals have first time something you Most of them have come to BostonZest.com with your Of Winthrop extensive experience in so- have to touch hurts, your accept the traffic, noise, and request.

Colleen M. (Brems) McGillicuddy of Winthrop passed away at home sur- rounded by her loving fam- Eastie residents on Jimmy Fund Walk ily on Wednesday, August 19. The cherished daughter team raising money for Dana-Farber of the late Phillip and Stel- la (Roach) Brems, she was By John Lynds wherever they choose-- Thank you for supporting gether, from a safe distance, the beloved wife of the late around their neighborhood, my participation in the Bos- we will take critical strides Sean McGillicuddy, devot- The annual Boston Mar- a local hiking trail, a tread- ton Marathon Jimmy Fund in the journey to conquer ed mother of Sean, Brian athon Jimmy Fund Walk mill, or anywhere else they Walk. Together, we can cancer.” and Erin McGillicuddy, to raise money for the Da- are comfortable to help conquer cancer.” To register to walk dear sister of Philip, Kevin, na-Farber Cancer Institute raise funds to support all This year’s event will (#JimmyFundWalk) or Dennis and Patrick Brems will look a lot different this forms of adult and pediatric have a lower fundraising to support a walker vis- and treasured grandmother meet directly at the ceme- year due to the COVID-19 care and cancer research at requirement--$100 for it www.JimmyFundWalk. of Brian, Kathleen and tery at 12:15 p.m. pandemic for three East the nation’s premier cancer adults and $25 for those org or call (866) 531-9255. Sean. She is also survived All services will be held Boston residents who are center. 12 years old and younger-- You can also download The by many loving nieces, in accordance with Phase-3 part of ‘Team Richie’, and “You will be helping to and everyone will pay just Jimmy Fund Walk App in nephews and friends. of the Commonwealth will take part in the ‘virtual’ support my goal of raising a $5 registration fee. Each Charity Miles. The app will Family and friends of Massachusetts phased fundraising effort. $500 for Team Ritchie,” walker who registers will allow you to track the miles honored Colleen’s life by reopening plan due to Eastie’s Patricia Grifoni, said Marcella. “Ritchie receive a bib, and medal you walk leading up to, and gathering at the Ruggiero COVID-19. Face coverings Donny Grifoni, and Dottie Strangie lost his battle to and the first 5,000 walk- on Walk day, create a team Family Memorial Home, are required to be worn in Marcella will participate in cancer in June of 2018, but ers to register will receive and walk with your friends, 971 Saratoga Street, (Ori- the funeral home and social virtual programming during not without waging a cou- a commemorative Jimmy family, and teammates, ent Heights) East Boston distancing measures are the Walk that aims to recre- rageous fight. When you Fund Walk T-shirt. share your miles and ac- on Tuesday and she will be encouraged. For more in- ate the most inspiring ele- make a gift to my walk, “While we can’t see ev- tivities via social media to laid to rest, Wednesday, Au- formation or to leave an on- ments of Walk day. While you’re directly supporting eryone in person this year, boost fundraising, and see gust 26, at a graveside ser- line condolence please vis- the event will not physi- Dana-Farber Cancer Insti- we are excited for the vir- important Walk day news, vice at Winthrop Cemetery, it: www.ruggieromh.com cally bring the three Eastie tute’s unique 50-50 balance tual programing which will content, training and fund- Belle Isle Section. Please walkers together along the between cutting-edge sci- give participants the op- raising challenges famed Boston Marathon ence and highly compas- portunity to support break- Anyone interested in course, the Grifonis and sionate cancer care. Your throughs in cancer care additional information can Marcella will choose their support allows Dana-Far- and research at Dana-Far- reference the Jimmy Fund own route on October 4 for ber leaders to enhance pro- ber Cancer Institute,” said Walk: Your Way frequently the annual event. grams and initiatives that Zack Blackburn, Director asked questions or can send Vazza The Grifonis and Marcel- serve pediatric and adult of the Boston Marathon an email to JimmyFund- "Beechwood" la are encouraged to walk patients and their families. Jimmy Fund Walk. “To- [email protected]. Funeral Home 262 Beach St., Revere DON'T MISS OUT Danny S. Smith (781) 284-1127 773 Broadway Louis R. Vazza ~ Funeral Revere, MA 02151 www.vazzafunerals.com You've always wanted your ad on Phone (781) 284-7756 www.vertuccioandsmith.com our Front Page...Here's Your Your Please visit eastietimes.com Opportunity. Ad Here!

Yellow Black Cyan Magenta OFFICE CLOSED Monday, Jan. 15 in observance of Martin Luther King, Jr. Day 8 week P r e s s PHOTOS COURTESY OF KANNAN THIRUVENGADAM r e e minimum -F Wednesday, January 10, 2018 EastT i m e s Boston per calendar year Revere Journal(6400) Winthrop Sun Transcript(4000) 336 Chelsea St., East Boston East Boston Times Free Press(7000) A man stands on a retaining wall at the corner of Marginal and South 617-567-0910 | www.magrathfuneralhome.com Bremen Streets. (2900) The Roseland Portside at Pier I under water. Chelsea Record pected increase in sea level in the next 15 years could spell with sea level rise due to cli- trouble for Eastie’s waterfront. (7500) mate change it is expected to But could the flooding have Everett Independent The end of Portside at Pier I looking towards Clippership Wharf. fordable Housing on climate go up 8”-9” by 2030. been worse? Thiruvengadam change issues and strategies. “Storms have happened be- says yes. - “Winds picked up after the 2018. This is above flood stage, “There was also more than a fore climate change, but cli- ‘Bomb Cyclone’the level at which floodingfloods oc - foot of water at the intersectionparts mate changeof is increasingEastie both high tide,” he said. “It was a Lynn Journal(5000) waterfront. curred, and caused significant of Marginal and South Bremen the intensity and the frequency quick storm. It did not last over Portside at Pier I, the Ship- tidal flooding in many water streets.” of storms on a global level,” he multiple tide cycles, which By John Lynds yard and Marina, Clippership front parts of Boston-including Thiruvengadam said an as- said. would have compounded the So as storm intensity in- Wharf and Liberty Plaza all Eastie. tronomical high tide, storm effect. The blizzard-force (8700) East Bostonians can take experienced a good amount of “I waded into more than 18 surge, and sea level rise to- creases as does the frequency Beacon Hill Times of storm surges like the one ex- the snow, wind, frigid cold and flooding as the Boston Harbor inches of cold Atlantic water gether caused the water levels Please see FLOOD Page 2 perienced in Eastie last Thurs- space savers, but a new ele- spilled over into the neighbor- (on the street) near Portside to be so high. Of these factors, day. That coupled with an ex- ment has been added into the hood, and made waterfront de- at East Pier and about a foot explained Thiruvengadam, the (14000) wintery mix that may be some- velopments like Portside look of water at the marina,” said high tides had nothing to do The Boston Sun thing residents here might have like a floating cruise ship. Kennan Thiruvengadam, who with climate change. However, to get used to as the sea level For the very first time in has been working with East rises. Boston since record-keeping Boston’s Neighborhood of Af- Thursday’s ‘Bomb Cyclone’ began in 1921, the water lev- Regional Review(3500) that brought heavy snow and el reached 15.16 feet on Jan 4, wind to the Northeast also brought flooding to Eastie’s OBITUARIES (7300) Charlestown Patriot Bridge continued attacks on legal res- idents living under Tempo- Rep. Madaro blasts Trumpcommunity. administration rary Protected Status (TPS) is On Monday, President Don- shameful and misguided," said All obituaries and death notices (16400) - Jamaica Plain Gazette for ending temporaryscoresFIRST of people in 2001 while status aldCOME Trump announcedfor Salvadorians that he FIRSTMadaro. "This announcement SERVE - others fled the lawless gang vi is ending Temporary Protected regarding TPS holders from By John Lynds olence in their homeland. Status for those 200,000 Sal- El Salvador confirms this ad Since the Bush Administra- vadorians here, and across the ministration’s intentions to end A street view of how the retail and office space would work in Mission Hill Gazette(7000) Of the over forty thousand tion over 200,000 Salvadorians U.S. humanitarian aid for thousands and around Suffolk Downs MBTA station in Eastie. Schedulehave lived in the U.S. Your as part AfterSpots the announcement, for a 2019!of our neighbors in$250.00 East Bos- per run. residents who call East Boston home, over half are from Lat- of the humanitarian program furious Rep. Adrian Madaro ton. For many of these folks, HYM Investment, BPDA host will be at a cost of in American countries. Of that known as Temporary Protect- blasted the Trump adminis- East Boston has been home for half a majority hail from El Sal- ed Status. Those Salvadorians trationSavings for its latest reversal in ofyears. They$800 own small busi- Impact Advisory Groupagency and HYMmeeting focused last vador, and arrived here during have been able to live and work immigration policies that many Please see MADARO Page 2 week's meeting on Phase I of their country's civil war during here legally, raise families, start are calling perhaps the most By John Lynds the late 1980s and early 1990s. businesses, buy homes, attend 'consequential'. Please see MEETING Page 2 "The Trump administration’s Then, another wave arrived to schools, pay taxes and, more Owners of Suffolk Downs this country and to this neigh- importantly, become an im- - "You had guys like (the late) Racetrack HYM INvestment $100.00 per paper. borhood following a series of portant part of the fabric of this Wally Bowe that were so influ Group LLC and the Boston TRASH devastating earthquakes that Planning and Development Faywood Avenue was raised ential on the lives of kids I grew rocked El Salvador and killed Agency (BPDA) held an Im- like many other kids of his gen- up with and kids that were old- NOTICE FRONT PAGE pact Advisory Group (IAG) Martin Luther "Once I heard of this oppor- eration in Eastie. er than me," said Triant. "I was Due to the Michael Triant named Salesian Boys & Girls Club Executive Director meeting last Wednesday at the , on Monday, tunity, as a kid who grew up "I was played basketball at fortunate that I grew up in a King Holiday, By John Lynds stable home with two parents, racetrack. th Trash will be in East Boston, as a kid who the Marty Pino Center every At the meeting HYM's January 15 graduated Savio, as a kid that afternoon, I got involved in the but there were so many kids at That includes photo. Principal Partner Tom O'Brien house leagues through John- the Salesians whot didn't have delayed by one day.Inc. East Boston native and Sav- went to the Boys & Girls Club, briefed IAG members and res- ny Forbes at the Boys & Girls that." io Prep graduate Michael Triant I wondered if it could become idents on Phase 1 of the proj- Capitol Waste Services, Club where I made friends that Triant said he remembers was named the new Executive a reality," said Triant, a hus- ect. With the BPDA's public are still my friends today," said getting jealous as a youth be- Director of the Salesian Boys band and father of three who comment period set to expire Triant. cause he didn't understand why & Girls Club at the board's De- now lives in Winthrop with his today (January 10) the city cember meeting. Triant, who family. "Once the ball started What always impressed Tri- Post-It-Noterolling andAdvertising it became more and ant about the Salesians was the Please see TRIANT Page 2 worked for the past 17 years Please send to for the Boston Center for Youth more of a possibility it wasn't level of commitment the staff and Families as an administra- even a choice at that point I had had to the kids. tor, started Monday at the Club, to do it." taking over the reigns from Fa- Triant, 38, who grew up on We design, typeset, andther John Nazzaro afix who is now your ad on our front page. the Club's Director of Mission. 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