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VOL. 52 No. 29 Thursday, April 2, 2020 Online Edition Non-Essential Businesses Closed Until May 4 The Baker-Polito Ad- extended until May 4. Busi- • Adding health care pro- ministration Tuesday an- nesses and organizations viders like chiropractors and nounced several updates not on the list of essential optometrists related to the COVID-19 services are encouraged to • Expanding the types of outbreak including extend- continue operations through workers providing disinfec- ing the non-essential busi- remote means that do not tant and sanitation services ness emergency order and require workers, customers, Hotel/Motel Guidance: guidance for Executive or the public to enter or ap- As part of the updated es- Branch employees until pear at the brick-and-mortar sential business list, DPH May 4. premises closed by the or- issued new guidance today The Department of Pub- der. This order also prohib- around hotels, motels, inns, lic Health’s Stay-At-Home its gatherings of more than beds and breakfasts and Advisory remains in effect. 10 people until May 4th. other short-term residential The Administration also up- The Administration up- rentals. Based on this new dated the “COVID-19 Es- dated the “COVID-19 Es- guidance, hotels, motels, sential Services” categories sential Services” list Tues- and short-term rentals may for businesses and other day, which is based on only be used for efforts re- organizations that provide federal guidance that was lated to fighting COVID-19, essential services and work- updated earlier this week. like front line health workers forces related to COVID-19 The new list went into ef- or individuals, or for Massa- that are permitted to operate fect Wednesday (April 1), at chusetts residents who have brick and mortar facilities noon. While these business- been otherwise displaced during the emergency. es are designated as essen- from their residences. Essential Services Or- tial, they are urged to follow Stay at Home Advi- der: Governor Charlie social distancing protocols sory: Last week, Governor Baker’s emergency order for workers in accordance Charlie Baker directed DPH requiring that all businesses with guidance from the De- to issue a stay-at-home ad- and organizations that do partment of Public Health visory, and the Governor not provide “COVID-19 Es- (DPH). announced today that the sential Services” close their Some of the updates to advisory will remain in ef- physical workplaces and fa- the essential services list in- fect. Residents are advised PIPEFITTERS LOCAL 537 recently made donations of extra gloves, goggles, and face shields cilities to workers, custom- clude: to stay home and avoid un- to Manet Community Health Center for frontline workers fighting COVID-19. Here Local 537 Business Manager Tom Kerr drops off the donations. Photo Courtesy Joshua Wolfsun ers and the public will be • Clarity around the sup- necessary travel and other ply chain that supports other unnecessary person to per- essential services Cont’d On Page 4 7 Deaths, 105 Cases Here DA Morrissey Due Date For 4th Quarter Property Taxes Extended To June 1 By ROBERT BOSWORTH mark on Tuesday with 105 Statewide, there have Counties with the highest Responds To Seven residents have presumptive and confirmed. been 89 deaths attributed to number of reported coro- passed away from complica- The city also reported COVID-19 and 6,620 cases navirus cases are Suffolk tions due to the COVID-19 Tuesday that 28 residents as of Tuesday. The death toll which includes the City of COVID-19 Threat virus and the number of with symptoms of COV- from the virus increased by Boston with 1,373, Middle- Norfolk District Attorney issue or age-related risk fac- presumptive and confirmed ID-19 have recovered from 33 in one day according to sex (1,340) and Norfolk Michael W. Morrissey has tor. “We have been able to cases surpassed the 100 the virus. the state. (738). been actively working to de- agree to more than 70% of Cont’d On Page 8 crease the number of people the cases brought forward,” being taken into custody and Morrissey said. “We have releasing medically frag- seen stalking matters and ile defendants in response cases where there would be to the threat of COVID-19 an unacceptable threat to a transmission in penal insti- victim, and those we have tutions. asked the court to consider “The first thing I did was more closely.” reach out to my 27 police Morrissey said he has chiefs to ask that, wherever been disappointed in the possible, they avoid arrest- slow pace of cases being ing on new charges and in- brought forward. stead summons defendants “We have the judges and to court at a future date assistant district attorneys when the threat of transmis- in place in our courthouses sion has abated,” Morrissey to be handling at least two said. “The result has been a or three times as many pe- marked decrease in the mat- titions as we are seeing per ters being brought in for day,” Morrissey said. “To arraignment, and I am very that end, we have estab- thankful to the chiefs for lished a hotline number and their cooperation.” email address and sent it Morrissey has also been out to all of the relevant bar asking defense attorneys associations asking them with clients who are being to bring these matters for- held on bail for non-violent ward.” crimes to bring those cases The high degree of com- forward for review – par- municability of COVID-19’ ticularly if the defendant plus the necessarily close has an underlying medical Cont’d On Page 3 Page 2 The Quincy Sun Thursday, April 2, 2020 State Treasury Agencies Continue To Serve The Public The State Treasurer’s Office consists of lived in Massachusetts before entering the military and The Massachusetts Clean Water Trust (CWT): several agencies and departments that serve people across served during wartime. The CWT is continuing to fund water infrastructure proj- the Commonwealth every day. With the uncertainty of CO- For more information please visit: https://www.mass. ects for municipalities and other eligible entities. VID-19 and the need for social distancing, Treasurer Debo- gov/forms/veterans-bonus-inquiry. As future projects go out to bid, the Trust is working with rah Goldberg and her nearly 750 Treasury employees are To apply online, please visit: www.vetsbonusma.com communities to navigate any uncertainty on a case by case working hard to provide critical services remotely, without For questions, please email: [email protected]. basis. The Trust is fully operational and is available to assist compromising the important work of the office. ma.us communities as issues arise. “The Treasury has taken action to reduce the risk of The Massachusetts State Retirement Board (MSRB): To reach the CWT, please call 617-367-9333 ext 508 COVID-19 to our employees and the public,” said State The State Retirement Board staff continues to ensure that Massachusetts Debt & Cash Management: Treasurer Deborah Goldberg, “The steps and procedures all pension benefits are paid in a timely manner and are all Massachusetts Debt and Cash Management are fully op- that have been put into place have allowed our employees to set to pay out the March pension payments on 3/31. erational. work remotely while still being able to assist the public with The MSRB posted an alert on their website with infor- Cash management is ensuring payments are being made any Treasury needs they may have.” mation for members. You can view it here: https://www. to vendors, employees, and retirees in addition to assisting For information on specific departments, please refer- mass.gov/alerts/msrb-special-announcement-update- with expediting payments for much needed supplies. ence the department updates and contact information listed 3202020#undefined. Office of Economic Empowerment (OEE): below. For any general Treasury related matters, please visit To reach the MSRB Main (Call center team), please OEE continues to support, advocate, and facilitate poli- mass.gov/treasury or call 617-367-9333 ext. 243. email: [email protected] cies that support and empower all Massachusetts residents. Alcohol Beverage Control Commission (ABCC): To reach Communications, please email: MSRBCom- Available Digital Tools: The ABCC is working to assist alcoholic beverage li- [email protected] OEE has created a resource page for families who might censees across the state with a variety of needs they are fac- To reach Survivor Benefits, please visit: survivorben- be experiencing lifestyle and income changes amid the ing at this time. The ABCC has temporarily postponed all [email protected] COVID-19 outbreak. https://www.mass.gov/ma-financial- public meetings. To reach Buyback (Service Purchases): Buyback@tre. resources-for-covid-19. As a result of challenges posed by COVID-19, the ABCC state.ma.us They are working on fast-tracking digital expansion ef- has issued an order granting hardship relief for all sec. 12 Massachusetts School Building Authority (MSBA): forts originally planned for early summer 2020, including a licensees on invoices issued on or after January 18, 2020, The MSBA continues to serve communities, school dis- partnership with Everfi digital financial education. https:// extending the delinquency reporting period from (30) days tricts, and constituents throughout the state. masstreasury.everfi-next.net/welcome/myfinanciallife to a total of ninety (90) days. The MSBA has recently moved the deadline for the Core Workshops: For more information on COVID-19 ABCC Advisory Statement of Interest applications to May 6, 2020. OEE is hosting senior scam and fraud prevention work- Information, please visit: https://www.mass.gov/service- Public meetings going forward will be held remotely. shops via webinar. The webinars will touch on specific details/covid-19-abcc-advisory-information To reach the MSBA, please email information@masss- scams related to the COVID-19 outbreak. The first work- To contact the ABCC, please call (617) 727-3040. choolbuildings.org. shop will be on Wednesday, April 1st at 2pm. These work- State Lottery: Massachusetts CORE/ SMART Plans: shops are a partnership with People’s United Bank. https:// All Lottery claims centers will be closed to the public The CORE/SMART Plans continue to assist participants www.mass.gov/orgs/office-of-economic-empowerment until further notice. Claim forms are now available on their and state and municipal employees. OEE is continuing to host BabySteps Savings Plan en- website. For more information on how to claim a prize by For the SMART Plan: Due to safety concerns regard- rollment trainings for organizations across Massachusetts. mail, and to access a printable claim form, visit https:// ing the coronavirus, all SMART Plan office locations in These workshops are being held by webinar. If you would www.masslottery.com/about/news.html. Due to anticipated Waltham, Worcester, Springfield, and in Boston at the Mas- like to host a training, please email: info@babystepssaving- mail volume, please allow extra time for processing. sachusetts State Retirement Board, will be closed to visitors splan.org. Unclaimed Property (UCP): in accordance with the governor’s stay-at-home advisory Later in April, OEE is hosting financial empowerment The Unclaimed Property Division continues to process emergency order. webinars for women to replace their in-person Women’s Fi- and pay out claims in a timely manner. They are available For the SMART Plan: SMART Plan advisors are still nancial Summits. Information will be on https://www.mass. to assist by phone, over email, and by their website below. available to assist participants at any time over the phone gov/orgs/office-of-economic-empowerment Website: FindMassMoney.com and virtually. Participants can view our regional map to find And the office will be collaborating with external part- To search a name, check the status of a claim and general their local Retirement Plan Advisor. ners to deliver additional financial empowerment work- inquires: 617-367-9333 ext:416 or [email protected]. For the CORE Plan: Participant services representative shops to those who need it the most during this time. ma.us are available Monday-Friday, 8 a.m. to 10 p.m. Eastern time Additional Programs: Inquiries from the corporate holder community: 617- and Saturday 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Eastern time. CORE Plan Credit for Life Fair grantees are able to expend funds 367-9333 ext: 426 or [email protected] participants can access their account information 24 hours for an additional school year in light of the COVID-19 out- Veterans Bonus Division: a day, seven days a week via the website at www.ma-core. break. The Veterans’ Bonus Division continues to process war- com or by calling the CORE Plan Service Center at 844- To reach OEE, please email [email protected]. time bonuses through online applications to veterans that 365-CORE (2673). ma.us. Massachusetts State Income Tax Filing Deadline Extended To July 15 Gov. Charlie Baker, Lt. deadline to July 15, consis- monwealth during this pub- complish that goal and pro- monwealth’s fiscal viability 1, 2020. Governor Karyn Polito, tent with the federal govern- lic health emergency,” said vides peace of mind. I want while providing tax relief Individuals with ques- Senate President Karen ment, in order to provide Polito said. “This extension to thank Chair Rodrigues, to those unduly effected by tions or concerns regarding Spilka and House Speaker additional flexibility to fil- will afford taxpayers addi- as well as our partners in this .” taxes can contact the Mas- Robert DeLeo recently an- ers during this crisis,” Baker tional time to file their Mas- the House and the Admin- The announcement sachusetts Department of nounced an agreement to said. “In partnership with sachusetts individual in- istration for their continued moves the state income tax Revenue at (617) 887-6367 extend the 2019 state in- our colleagues in the Legis- come tax returns as we carry collaboration in confronting filing deadline to match the or send a secure e-message dividual income tax filing lature, we are committed to out the historic response to the challenges facing our July 15 deadline for filing through MassTaxConnect. and payment deadline from providing this flexibility to the COVID-19 outbreak.” Commonwealth.” federal individual income The Commonwealth will April 15 to July 15 due to taxpayers in a way that pro- “The top priority dur- “The House, in partner- taxes. Legislation will be continue to update the pub- the ongoing COVID-19 out- tects the Commonwealth’s ing this public health crisis ship with the Senate and filed in the near future to fi- lic on further developments break. strong fiscal footing that we is to address the immediate the Administration, agreed nance the extension, and ac- and individuals are encour- This income tax relief is have all worked hard to de- needs facing our residents,” to an extension of the state companying administrative aged to consult both the De- automatic and taxpayers do velop over the past several said Spilka. “Our message is tax filing deadline to ease changes will be implement- partment of Public Health not need to file any addition- years.” clear: residents should stay the burden on individuals ed through the Department and the US Centers for Dis- al forms to qualify. “We are proud to work home and avoid social con- while agreeing to borrowing of Revenue. Specifically, ease Control and Prevention “Massachusetts will with the Legislature to pro- tact to be safe. Extending measures that would pro- the legislation will authorize websites for the most up to move the state personal in- vide meaningful relief to the tax deadline helps us ac- tect the Commonwealth’s the Commonwealth borrow- date information. come tax filing and payment people throughout the Com- revenue stream,” said De- ing flexibility to manage The latest information Leo. “Thank you to Chair deferred revenue this fiscal and guidance regarding CO- Michlewitz for his leader- year and repay it in the next VID-19 is always available ship in ensuring the Com- fiscal year, which starts July at mass.gov/COVID19.

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761 Southern Artery Quincy 617-773-7620 Thursday, April 2, 2020 The Quincy Sun Page 3 Lynch Supports CARES Act, COVID-19 Relief Cong. Stephen F. Lynch ally funded benefits, and o Transit Agencies: (MA-08) voted earlier this expanding eligibility to Provides $25 billion to tran- week to pass H.R. 748, the include workers in the gig sit agencies, which have all Coronavirus Aid, Relief, economy and self-employed seen a drastic drop in rev- and Economic Security workers. enues as social distancing (CARES) Act to help pro- • Direct Cash Payments has been implemented. This vide medical equipment to to Lower and Middle-In- funding is to be used to pro- first responders and health- come Americans: Provides tect the jobs of the employ- care workers and financial for a direct cash payment to ees of the transit agencies, relief to individuals, fami- lower-and middle-income funding their paychecks lies and small businesses Americans of $1,200 for during this public health across the country. each adult and $500 for each emergency. Massachusetts “America is currently child, beginning to phase will receive $1,044,023,423 facing a grave health emer- out at an annual income under this program. gency with a serious impact of $75,000 for individuals o HUD Emergency So- on our economy,” Lynch and $150,000 for a married lution Grants: Provides $2 said. “This latest piece of couple. billion for HUD Emergency legislation is an important • More Than $375 Billion Solution Grants to states step in our ongoing effort to in Small Business Relief: that will be distributed by protect the American people Provides more than $375 formula. These grants are and ensure workers and billion in small business re- designed to address the families have the resources lief, including $349 billion impact of the coronavirus they need throughout this for forgivable loans to small among individuals and fam- unprecedented crisis.” businesses to pay their em- ilies who are homeless or at ON THURSDAY, MARCH 26, Quincy Police officers were dispatched to 125 Sea St. for a report Here are some of the ini- ployees and keep them on risk of homelessness, and of an unresponsive female in a vehicle. Officer Donnelly, who was at Southern Artery responded tiatives in the CARES Act the payroll; $17 billion for to support additional home- and arrived first on scene. The victim’s grandson was with the victim and started chest com- pressions. Officer Donnelly extricated the victim from the vehicle and then started CPR while that will benefit the resi- debt relief for current and less assistance, prevention, the grandson provided rescue breathing. Officer Leuchte arrived on location with an AED and dents of Massachusetts: new SBA borrowers; and and eviction prevention as- attached it to the victim. A shock was advised and given to the victim. Officer Donnelly and the • A $150 Billion State $10 billion in immediate di- sistance. Of this $2 billion, grandson continued CPR. Officers Michael McNeil and Tom Gaeta arrived on location and and Local Coronavirus Re- saster grants. Massachusetts will receive coordinated getting the ambulance and Fire Department personnel to the scene. Once the am- lief Fund: Creates a $150 • Approximately $200 $60.8 million. bulance arrived the victim was turned over to the Paramedics, who reported that the victim had billion State and Local Billion for Hospitals, Health regained a pulse and was transported to the hospital. Nice Work! Submitted by Quincy Police Cont’d On Page 8 Coronavirus Relief Fund to Care Workers, and Health Crime Prevention Officer Lt. Dan Minton. More police news on Page 10. provide states and locali- Research: Provides an in- ties resources to address the vestment of about $200 coronavirus pandemic. It is billion in our hospitals, estimated that Massachu- health systems, and health setts will receive approxi- research, including expand- mately $2.673 billion. ing funding for the per- Access the equity • $260 Billion in sonal protective equipment Expanded Unemployment desperately needed by our Benefits: Includes numer- health care workers, includ- in your home or ous provisions to improve ing ventilators, n95 masks, unemployment benefits -in gowns, gloves, etc. free up cash monthly cluding an additional $600 • More Than $100 Bil- per week for the next four lion in Additional Emergen- months, providing an ad- cy Appropriations, includ- ditional 13 weeks of feder- ing the following: Here’s how...

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FOR BANK USE ONLY – THIS DOES NOT PRINT! Quincy Sun /Milton T/S - 03/18/20 - 6.75” (4c) x 9” Page 4 The Quincy Sun Thursday, April 2, 2020 Baker: Non-Essential Businesses Closed Until May 4 the guidance issued to Ex- Cont’d From Page 1 should continue to do so un- will provide additional will be used to treat lower Institute of Cambridge, and ecutive Branch employees til May 4. Full guidance was medical care capacity as acuity patients who still samples will be collected son contact during this time on protocol during the CO- sent to Executive Branch the state plans for a surge need monitoring. by trained personnel from period. Residents who are VID-19 outbreak to ensure employees Tuesday. in cases. The federal Stra- Nursing/Rest Home the Massachusetts National considered at high risk when state government can con- Some Executive Branch tegic National Stockpile has Program: The Common- Guard. Prior to this launch, exposed to COVID-19 tinue to provide services services and walk-in offices approved a 250-bed field wealth is implementing a the only way for nursing should limit social interac- while protecting the health remain open, but residents medical station that will be pilot project that allows home residents to be tested tions with other people as and safety of the public and are encouraged to use online deployed to the DCU Cen- for safe, on-site testing of would be to be transported much as possible. the Executive Branch work- services when available. ter in the City of Worcester symptomatic residents of to a hospital or physician’s Executive Branch Em- force. Under the guidance, Field Medical Sta- this week. This temporary nursing and rest homes with office. ployee Guidance: The all employees performing tion Announcement: The facility will be managed a quick turnaround. The pi- Members of the public Baker-Polito Administra- non-core functions who Commonwealth, through by UMass Memorial and lot will operate under the should continue checking tion Tuesday also extended are able to work remotely MEMA, has requested and staffed by a partnership in- auspices of the Massachu- www.mass.gov/covid19 for received approval for a cluding the City of Worces- setts National Guard in part- the latest information on im- Field Medical Station that ter and others. The tempo- nership with the Department pacts from the COVID-19 The Quincy Sun rary field medical center of Public Health and Broad outbreak. (USPS 453-060) Caregiving In The Age Of Coronavirus Published Weekly on Thursday by The Quincy Sun Publishing Co., Inc. By MIKE FESTA 1372 Hancock St., Quincy, MA 02169 AARP Massachusetts State Director Op Ed Robert H. Bosworth Publisher and Editor Even in ordinary times, the 840,000 of unpaid family ease Control & Prevention (CDC) recommends having an caregivers in Massachusetts face a daunting set of daily extra 30-day supply of essential medications on hand. Don’t W. Bosworth, Jr. tasks. Oftentimes with little or no training, they may be re- forget over-the-counter medications such as cough suppres- Founder 1968 - 2009 sponsible for wound care, tube feedings, dressing, manag- sants and fever reducing drugs like acetaminophen. ing the finances and medical bills of their loved ones, trans- Stay Connected. Isolation is a big issue as we all follow 75¢$1.00$1.00 per perper copy copycopy newsstand newstandnewstand • $27 •• $32per$40 year perper yearbyyear mail inin in QuincyQuincy Quincy portation and more. the social distancing guidance from the CDC. However, so- $37$42$32 perper per yearyear year byby by mailmail mail outsideoutside outside QuincyQuincy • •$40• $45$50 out-of-state out-of-stateout-of-state Of course, these are not ordinary times. cial distancing doesn’t have to lead to social disconnection. Develop a communication plan and identify times when Telephone: 617-471-3100 Fax: 617-472-3963 The coronavirus pandemic has complicated the lives of family caregivers, especially those with older loved ones members of the care team will check in on your loved one. online at: www.thequincysun.com who are most susceptible to COVID-19, the disease caused Skype, Zoom and Facetime are useful digital apps that can help, but so are lower-tech options like email and telephone email address: [email protected] by the virus. It has added fear, anxiety and isolation to an already-stressful situation. Here in Massachusetts, routines calling. To help fight the isolation, encourage people to send [email protected] have been upended as communities cope with this disease. cards, letters, magazines, puzzles or other items a loved one Since the outbreak of the virus, AARP has been urging would be happy to receive. Periodicals postage paid at Boston, MA family caregivers to develop a plan in case they get sick or Protect Yourself. Like they tell you on an airplane, “Put Postmaster Send address change to: their loved one does. Our recommendations include: your own mask on first.” Now more than ever, it is impor- The Quincy Sun, 1372 Hancock St., Quincy, MA 02169 Pull Together a Team. Develop a list of family and tant for family caregivers to take care of themselves. Follow The Quincy Sun assumes no financial responsibility for typographical errors in friends who can perform daily caregiving tasks. If avail- the CDC guidelines of washing hands frequently, avoiding advertisements but will reprint that part of an advertisement in which the typographical able, identify local caregiving services who may offer a re- crowds, practice social distancing and, by all means, if you error occurs. spite for family and friends. feel sick stay home. If you develop the virus, you will be of Identify Local Services. In response to the virus, many little use to those who are counting on you. restaurants and pharmacies are adding or increasing their To help caregivers, AARP has a dedicated, toll-free fam- delivery services. The federal government’s Eldercare Lo- ily caregiving line for people looking after a loved one. cator at www.eldercare.acl.gov can help you find support Agents are available to take calls Monday-Friday, 7 a.m. to services in your area. The new online “AARP Commu- 11 p.m. (ET) at 877-333-5885. nity Connections” at www.aarpcommunityconnections.org AARP also has a Facebook group where caregivers get enables people to enter their zip codes and find informal tips from experts, share their own stories and sometimes just groups of neighbors and friends offering help right in their get a little encouragement from others in a similar situation. own communities. You can also find answers to many of your questions online Inventory Essential Items. Determine how much food, at the AARP Caregiver Resource Center aarp.org/caregiv- • On April 14, 1818, Noah Webster, a Yale-educated medication, and basic supplies your care recipient has on ing. lawyer with an avid interest in language and education, hand. We recommend a two-week supply of food, water, Though we would welcome your membership, our care- publishes his American Dictionary of the English Lan- household cleaning supplies and medical materials and giving information and services are available to everyone. guage. Webster’s dictionary was one of the first to include equipment. Our founder, Ethel Percy Andrus, said, “What we do, we distinctly American words, introducing more than 10,000 Get Prescriptions in Order. Make sure you have a list do for all.” That has never been more important than in the “Americanisms.” of medications, medical contacts and important information face of this coronavirus as we all pull together to find our • On April 13, 1870, the Metropolitan Museum of Art is about your loved one, such as drug allergies. If there are way through it. officially incorporated in . The city stipulated upcoming routine medical appointments, reschedule those that the collection be kept open to the public year-round and or, if possible, switch to a virtual visit. The Centers for Dis- Mike Festa is state director of AARP Massachusetts. free of charge. The first object the Met acquired was a Ro- man sarcophagus. • On April 16, 1881, on the streets of Dodge City, fa- Quincy Pride Postponing All Activities mous Western lawman and gunfighter Bat Masterson fights A copy of the following letter was submitted via email for his last gun battle. He would live another 40 years. Master- publication in The Quincy Sun: Readers Forum son had his first shootout in 1876 in Texas over the affec- tions of a dance hall girl named Molly Brennan. Dear Quincy Pride Community, and activities that are bigger and better than ever before. We • On April 19, 1897, John J. McDermott of New York Our primary concern is and always will be the wellbeing would greatly appreciate your support and generosity at this wins the first Boston Marathon, a measured distance of 24.5 of the community. That’s why we have been closely follow- difficult time. miles from the Irvington Oval in Boston to Metcalf’s Mill ing the latest developments surrounding COVID-19. We are It is through the difficult times that as a community we in Ashland. The marathon’s distance was changed in 1908 deeply grateful to the public health officials and community are able to come together and find strength in one another. to its current length of 26 miles 385 yards. leaders who have been working tirelessly to provide guide- The Quincy Pride Organization invites you to look at our • On April 17, 1945, U.S. Lt. Col. Boris T. Pash com- lines on how to stay safe and healthy during this troubling website for updates on what we are doing and what we hope mandeers over half a ton of uranium at Strassfut, Germany, time. to bring to the future. in an effort to prevent the Soviets from developing an A- In light of recent advisories from Governor Baker and Thank you all for your kindness and support. Stay bomb. Pash headed a group searching for German scientists the CDC, Quincy Pride is officially postponing all sched- healthy and stay safe. to prevent the Soviets from capturing them. uled public events until we are confident that we can hold Sincerely, • On April 15, 1959, new Cuban leader Fidel Castro vis- such events safely, including our annual fundraiser. As sad Your Friends at Quincy Pride: its the United States. President Dwight Eisenhower, how- as we are that we will not be able to gather with you all, it Sheika Babin, President ever, had no intention of meeting with the communist revo- is far more important that we engage in social distancing at Richard Ash, Vice President lutionary and instead went to the golf course. this time. Rafe Johnson, Treasurer • On April 18, 1983, the U.S. embassy in Beirut, Leba- Though the future is uncertain, we are determined to Amy LaPlume, Clerk non, is almost completely destroyed by a suicide car-bomb bring the spirit of Pride to Quincy in one way or another. Genevieve Santili, Fundraising Director explosion that kills 63 people, including 17 Americans. The Through commitment and creativity, we will press on, and Lia Cohen-Odiaga, Communications Director terrorist attack was carried out in protest of the U.S. military we hope to do so with your help. If you are interested and John McDonald, Entertainment Director presence in Lebanon. able, we will still be collecting online donations at http:// David Swenson, IT Director (c) 2020 Hearst Communications, Inc. bit.ly/qpride2020. These donations will allow us to come Frank Rubino, Director-At-Large All Rights Reserved back swinging as soon as it is safe to do so, with events Nolan O’Brien, Social Media Director Thursday, April 2, 2020 The Quincy Sun Page 5

Scenes From Yesterday Quincy’s This Week 1969 Yesterdays 51 Years Ago Memorial Service For Former President Eisenhower An ecumenical memorial service for former President Dwight D. Eisenhower was held at Quincy’s historic United First Parish Church. Participating clergymen included Rev. Bradford E. Gale, Rev. Dean E. Benedict, Rabbi David J. Ja- cobs, Rev. Richard J. Hawko, Rev. Demeticus Michaelides and Rev. Stephen W. Brown. The bell tolled sadly and solemn words were spoken in a farewell tribute to the late president. The Rev. Stephen Brown, pastor of First United Pres- byterian Church, Quincy, noted that “Dwight David Eisen- hower is a symbol of that which is good and right and strong in our nation.” THIS 1940 POSTCARD is a view of Hancock Street in level with the awnings. Further down on the left can be looking north from Revere Road. Wool- seen signs for the State Theater and Salingers clothing The nation’s 34th president died at his home in Gettys- worth’s was later located on the left where Gambles store. On the right, in addition to Kane’s, you can make burg at age 78. Market and Matrix Shoes are shown. The large build- out signs of the Quincy Loan Co., B&D Wallpaper and $112-$115 TAX RATE SEEN FOR 1969 ing, known as the Cliveden Building, was home to the Robinson’s Appliances. Signs protruding out over the Quincy taxpayers face a threatened $112-$115 tax Chamber of Commerce, the Community Fund and the sidewalk are not allowed in Quincy today. rate following City Council approval of a record high Rotary Club. McGilvarys had a drug store on the street From the Postcard Collection of Tom Galvin $34,600,000 municipal budget for 1969. Councillor John J. Quinn, chairman of the council’s fi- nance committee, said the budget anticipated the loss of AAA Survey: Gasoline Prices Down 11 Cents state revenue and other factors will mean a tax rate impact Gasoline prices in Mas- of $2.01. A year ago at this stay home,” said Mary Ma- the latest AAA survey for of between $14 and $17. The 1968 tax rate was $98.90. sachusetts are down eleven time, the average price in guire, director, Public and unleaded regular is $1.03, Quinn’s predicted figure is about $3 under that forecast cents this week, according Massachusetts was 48 cents Legislative Affairs. “Crude from a low of $1.72 to a earlier by Mayor James R. McIntyre. to AAA Northeast. higher at $2.53 per gallon. oil continues to price low – high of $2.75. AAA advises QUINCY-ISMS AAA Northeast’s March “This week, the national in the $20 per barrel range motorists to shop around for The Quincy Sun Sunbeams column reported that Ed- 30 survey of prices in Mas- gas price will drop below $2 – as U.S. gasoline demand the best prices in their area. ward Roberts would succeed John Schmock as Quincy’s sachusetts finds self-serve, per gallon for the first time in decreases to numbers typi- Remember to slow down Civil Defense Director. Schmock was recently appointed regular unleaded averaging four years and it won’t stop cally seen during the winter and move over for any to the position of Superintendent of Fire Alarms… Mrs. $2.05 per gallon. Massa- there as demand for gasoline driving season.” emergency vehicles on the James McGregor was installed as the president of the chusetts’s price is four cents diminishes as Americans The range in prices in side of the road. Quincy Emblem Club at the Club’s 45th annual installation above the national average held at the Elks Home, 1220 Hancock St… Mr. and Mrs. Joseph DeAngelis, 62 Shennen St., , are the Readers Forum proud parents of a daughter both March 22… Quincy Atty. Richard J. McCormick was scheduled to be installed as Exalted Ruler of the Quincy Lodge of Elks April 12. Mc- A Poem: Coronavirus, You Taught Us What Life Is Cormick succeeds Thomas M. Garrity… Hancock Tire Streets are quite, very few cars are seen moving, one’s work, and Appliance Company, 115 Franklin St., South Quincy, Doors are closed, people are scared of meeting. We will treat them all well whether they are cashier or was offering “18-inch Portable TV’s for $128.88”… Two Looking out of the window one feels that the world is a clerk. long-time public safety officials retired. Firefighter Daniel mourning, There was anger towards doctors for the bills they were H. Keniley, retired after 21 years of service, and patrolman I can’t knock at my neighbor’s door to check how she’s charging, Ralph Lewis after 36 years of service… Dr. Edward S. doing, Today they are the ones who are saving our lives and Mann, president of , was elected The only thing I hear is her dog barking and her cat mew- fighting. to a two-year term on the Board of Directors of the Evange- ing. Coronavirus, you taught us what life is. listic Association of New England… Members of the Cyril Coronavirus, you taught us what life is. P. Morrisette American Legion Post were looking forward to Before we always complained we had no time to take celebrating the Post’s 40th anniversary in the fall. The char- I still wake up to get ready to go to work every morning, care of ourselves, ter endowing the Post was granted Oct. 18, 1929. The pres- Then I realize everything is closed and go back to bed Today we are going through old pictures and cleaning ent membership of the Post is 1,117… The Burgess Studio, yawning. our shelves. 4 Faxon Ave., Quincy, was holding its “Annual Clearance Schools are closed, we are training our kids for home You made us realize that our nature is what we were Sale, Save Up to 50% on Famous Name Jewelry”… Nancy schooling, harming, Morrissey, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Richard Morrissey, Kids are missing their teachers and tell parents “You’re Today we are suffering the consequences of global 80 Woodcliff Rd., West Quincy, won trophy honors in the Overruling”. warming. Greater Boston Original Oratory Contest. Miss Morrissey is Before we got overwhelmed with the homework that our We never thought of reducing, reusing and recycling, a junior at Sacred Heart School, Weymouth… Grand Knight kids were given, Today toilet paper is also what we are saving. Harold Esdale will be honored at a dinner-dance noting the Today we are asking for worksheets from our teachers We never thought twice before spending money on for revision. drinking, 48th birthday of the North Quincy Knights of Columbus Coronavirus, you taught us what life is. Today we are filing unemployment to afford grocery Saturday, April 26… Smyth’s Package Store, 66 Newbury shopping. Ave., North Quincy, was advertising “A Complete Line of We always took family, friendships and relationships for Coronavirus, you taught us what life is. Foreign and Domestic Liquors, Wine, Beer and Ale”… - granted, bert Crofts, long-time secretary of the Quincy YMCA, was Never had time for our kids or to look at the seeds they After you are gone, we will realize what we were miss- honored by “Y” officials, city officials and family members, planted. ing, on the occasion of his retirement… North Quincy’s Pete Today we have a lot of time to spend with our kids, Family hugs, goodbyes, hugging and kissing. Varney who promises to be one of Harvard University’s all- We are playing board games and teaching them about Today we are waiting for the longest weekend to end, time great athletes, will be the starting catcher for the Crim- grids. Our kids want to go to school to meet their best friend. son’s baseball team, although only a sophomore… Mayor We would always grumble to go to the church or meet We will remember to pray to God each and every day, McIntyre appointed Edith A. Cameron, 19 Bennington St., our parents, Will wait for Monday and never be so happy on Friday. South Quincy, to the Board of Historical Places… Shore- Today we are praying at home, waiting to see them and bank President Robert L. Blair announced a five-cent in- do their errands. Coronavirus we have learned our lesson on what true crease in the quarterly dividend rate to 30 cents a share. We are missing going out with our friends and social- life is, Shorebank is a holding company for South Shore National izing, Please leave us, we will value everything in future we Bank of Quincy… General Dynamics, Quincy Division, Henceforth we will cherish every moment and not waste Promise. was advertising openings for many tradesmen, including time criticizing. By MONIKA TECKCHANDANI electricians, painters, welders and shipfitters. We have learned to respect our colleagues and every- Page 6 The Quincy Sun Thursday, April 2, 2020 YMCA Food Pantry Available To Quincy Residents Last month, the South Shore YMCA temporarily closed several facilities for the safety of its members, staff and community as the Coronavirus (COVID-19) crisis began to unfold. The decision was made in order to protect the community in accordance with guidelines from state and local gov- ernment, public health au- thorities and regional school closings. As a charitable organi- zation dedicated to open- ing doors and bringing people together to serve and strengthen communities, the decision to close a door is especially difficult for the Y. While closing its facilities was the correct move for the safety and protection of all, it meant the possibility that some local residents may not have access to the criti- cal programs and services they depend on from the Y. Therefore, the YMCA will continue its Germantown Neighborhood Center Food Pantry services for as long as possible with help from the community. Since 1892, the South Shore YMCA has been an organization the South Shore community has FOOD PANTRY LINE: More than 100 families were served at the South Shore YMCA’s Germantown Neighborhood Center Food Pantry on March 18. turned to in times of crisis. In the coming weeks, the rely on,” said South Shore families, and consider sup- Hingham, and Tufts Health Center at 366 Palmer St. on Pantry, visit the website at need for food and services YMCA President and porting the most vulnerable Plan. Trader Joe’s also do- Wednesdays or Fridays 8:30 ssymca.org. The YMCA for seniors and children will CEO, Paul Gorman. “It is residents of our community nated flowers, an unexpect- a.m. to noon, with proof of extends thanks to its many increase exponentially. With more important than ever as well.” ed source of smiles for all. Quincy residency or a South supporters who have gener- social distancing in place, to live our YMCA mission The South Shore YMCA The South Shore YMCA Shore YMCA membership ously donated to date and and perhaps stronger mea- of serving and strengthen- leadership team served more will register and serve all key tag. we greatly appreciate any- sures coming soon, there ing our community. I thank than 100 Quincy families on Quincy residents in need For information on ways one else who can help en- has never been a greater our staff, our members and March 18 and expects to do during this crisis. Visit the to help the Germantown sure everyone has food dur- need for the Y’s Food Pan- supporters across the South so on Wednesdays and Fri- Germantown Neighborhood Neighborhood Center Food ing this difficult time. try services. Shore who are continu- days going forward. Their “As a community, we ing to support these efforts work was made possible by cannot permit children to in these unprecedented donations from many of our go hungry or endanger the times. Together, we will Y members and community health of families by paus- get through this crisis. Take leaders, the Greater Boston ing critical services they care of yourselves and your Food Bank, Trader Joe’s in

EMPTY SHELVES: Community support is needed to keep food pantry shelves stocked. Deadline April 22 For Houghs Neck Garden Club Scholarship Applications

Applications for the Houghs Neck Garden Club Scholarship are due by April 22. In the event the coronavi- rus prohibits you from hav- ing your application signed by your school counselor call Carol Johnston at 617- TUFTS BAGS OF FOOD: Tufts Health Plan donated bags and goods to support the YMCA’s 842-0327 for further advice. food pantry at the Germantown Neighborhood Center. Photos Courtesy SS YMCA Thursday, April 2, 2020 The Quincy Sun Page 7 Union Congregational ‘The Bridge Home’ By Padma Venkatraman Church Palm Sunday Service Union Congregational ministry in Quincy. Our ‘The Fine Print’ Book Review Church will celebrate Palm members believe God is By LAURIE HIGGINS alone as they navigate the Sunday April 5 at 10 a.m. leading us, His church in As soon as I turned the large, noisy, dirty city, but (via ZOOM - see below.) Quincy, and we are excited last page, I thought, what a together, Viji and Rukku Hear the Word presented by to see His plan for our fu- beautiful love letter! move bravely forward, with Rev. Joy Eng Matos. ture. “The Bridge Home” is a positive attitude. Palms will be placed on Want to learn more from a middle grade novel set Soon they meet Arul the front doorstep, available the Word? Join us Tuesdays in present day India. It is and Muthu. Through their and free to the community at 6:30 p.m. (via ZOOM) as a harsh world for children. burgeoning friendship, Viji (as long as supplies last) on Pastor Joy leads “Victory This might sound like I am and Rukku learn what truly Palm Sunday morning. Feel Over the Darkness” This contradicting myself. How makes a home and family. free to stop by and pick one Bible study shares how to can the harsh reality of chil- They make their way by up. (1) Realize the power of dren living in poverty and picking through the trash Union Congregational your identity in Christ; (2) danger in India equate to a for recyclable items to sell. Church is a place where Free yourself from the bur- beautiful love story? That Within this dark world, Christ is taught, proclaimed, dens of your past; (3) Stand is the brilliance of Padma there is also light. The four and lived in loving fellow- against the spiritual forces Venkatraman and the way friends enjoy “sweets,” find ship with others. Because of this world; (4) Win the she tells this story of two treasures, and tell each other of the recent concerns with battle for your mind; and (5) young sisters making their stories. However, life con- the COVID-19 virus, we are Become the spiritual person way alone. Venkatraman tinues to be dangerous, and worshipping and having our you want to be. Anyone in- tells their story with hones- they soon need help, the Bible Studies and church terested is welcome to join. ty, hope, faith, and yes, the help that only an adult can meetings via an online app Union Congregational beauty of love. provide. But how can they called ZOOM. If you would Church is a warm, friendly, Viji has dreamed of be- trust an adult when all the like to participate, call the neighborhood church lo- ing a teacher. However, she adults in their lives have so church or send an email to cated on the corner of Beach and her older sister Rukku far let them down? the number or email address Street and Rawson Road in live an impoverished, im- Venkatraman shines a below. Wollaston. All are welcome. possible life. Their mother light on the harsh world With the recent election Join us for worship. is frail, their father abusive. that is a reality for so many Explaining how her mother journey, Viji discovers much and dedication of new of- For more information, One day Viji, out of des- children in India. She does worked closely with orga- about herself while teaching ficers and formation of new call 617-479-6661, send an peration, takes Rukku and this with grace and dignity. nizations helping children, the reader how we all can be Spiritual Team leaders we email to UccWoll@gmail. escapes to the city with only Many children in this coun- Venkatraman shares infor- transformed by our circum- are getting ready for the com or visit the website at a small amount of food, a try live in fear and danger. mation about the resources stances for better or worse. 125th year of our church’s www.UnionCongWoll.org change of clothes and the While she doesn’t shy away that are available to the This story, her story, is a HN Church Suspends money her mother secretly from these realities, Ven- children of India. She also beautiful love letter, a love saved as a birthday gift. katraman leaves the reader encourages all to learn more letter to spark hope and re- Services Through End Of April This is a huge risk, not only with hope. about not only the sadness covery. Due to the COVID-19 services of worship should because they are young girls Venkatraman also high- but also the beauty of her Don’t forget to read...The pandemic, Houghs Neck contact Pastor Steve Van- in a dangerous world, but lights organizations in In- home country. Fine Print. Congregational Church has dergrift at 617-479-8778. Rukku has special needs. dia working hard to provide This story opens with Viji Padma Vekatraman lives suspended on-site church Be wise, be safe, and She sees the world for all safety for children living writing a letter on “paper in Rhode Island where she services at least through the keep in touch with one an- that is good and beautiful. on the streets. While this remade from wilted, dirty, has worked as chief scien- end of April. other, particularly our most Viji must not only watch story is a work of fiction, it hopeless litter that had been tist on oceanographic ships. Those interested in tak- vulnerable. out for herself but also her is based on her experiences rescued, scrubbed, clean, She is also the author of ing part in virtual Sunday sister. They are scared and while growing up in India. and reshaped.” Through her three other novels. Fine Print Book Review: ‘Sparrow’ – A Novel By Mary Cecelia Jackson By BETH VACCA relationship, but she won’t minds us that “… you can’t tragedy and hope in such a “There are two kinds of talk. She never does. be brave until you’re fright- way that has made me a fan people on the planet. Hunt- Lucas must deal with the ened out of your wits and who wants more. ers and prey … you can’t guilt of having not spoken still do the thing that needs Especially more Lucas. escape what you are, what when he had the chance, doing.” A talented, strong, mascu- you’ve always been.” Quot- with the injustice of the Leaning on family. Ask- line and typically teenaged ed from the prologue of guilty not being punished ing for help. Exposing our boy who unabashedly loves “Sparrow” a novel by Mary and the loss of a friendship. insecurities. Admitting our ballet. A boy who learns that Cecilia Jackson. A tragic With the recent death of his flaws. Acknowledging that forgiveness is for yourself story of the cycle of abuse. father from a terminal ill- our lives are messy. Un- even more so than it is for I began reading this nov- ness Lucas is filled with so derstanding that “brave” someone else. A boy who el because I was drawn in by much anger that he cannot doesn’t always look like understands that if you love the athletic ballerina on the control. He begins to lash what we might think. And someone it might mean let- cover. I had no idea of the out at those he loves most. seeing our unselfish acts as ting them go. A boy who un- ride I was in for. He begins to self-destruct, not only benefiting others, derstands what it means to Savannah Darcy Rose, and his family is afraid for but as a chance to grow. All be a friend. “Sparrow” to her friends his future. things that need doing. and family, is a talented bal- Jackson’s novel high- Jackson’s love for the arts lerina, a good friend and lights the dangers of secrets. shines through in her writ- a keeper of secrets. She’s The dangers in not dealing ing. Her love for the ballet, been taught from a young with our emotions and how classical music and Shake- age. Never tell. our actions never only affect speare woven throughout When Sparrow’s mother just ourselves. Jackson re- her novel brings together dies she thinks she is finally safe. She’ll just bury her se- crets. Her fear. I make house calls! Years later Sparrow Ages 2 yrs thru teens learns that burying feelings doesn’t always work out Interior decorating, the way we want. As Jack- home décor sewing, son quotes, “What’s past is downsizing/decluttering, prologue”, William Shake- story is a tragic and stark row however, that although home staging, speare, The Tempest. reminder of the evil present we may lack control, we decorating seminars It turns out that Sparrow in our world and the expect- do have choices. We have is still her mother’s daugh- ed and unexpected places a voice. And our voice mat- ter. An excellent secret where it can be found. ters. keeper. Still prey. Still un- In Sparrow’s story we This story is also told in Secretary of the Interior able to escape. are shown that life is hard. the voice of Lucas, Spar- Sparrow’s story is not We know this. There are row’s friend and dance part- Creative solutions at reasonable rates a heartwarming story. It is so many circumstances we ner. Call Barbara at 617-921-6033 about fear, anger, hatred, un- have no control over. We Lucas knows the girl www.sec-interior.com forgiveness and denial. Her are shown through Spar- whom he adores is in a bad Page 8 The Quincy Sun Thursday, April 2, 2020 City Of Quincy COVID-19 Update Cont’d From Page 1 nor Charlie Baker extended prohibits the use of reusable isolate in their home until meaning people stay further are sick. If you are ill call a stay-at-home advisory and bags until further notice. March 26 as a precaution, six feet away from each oth- your healthcare provider for In other related CO- order for all non-essential Retailers will provide bags based on the recommenda- er at all times. instructions before going to VID-19 news, the City of businesses to extend clo- free of charge during this tion from Health Commis- • All public regulatory a clinic, office or emergency Quincy announced Monday sure through May 4th. The time. sioner Ruth Jones. boards are postponed until room. that the due date for fourth- order does not apply to gro- • The Governor also re- • All day-care facilities at least April 7. • There are currently no quarter property tax bills has cery stores, pharmacies and duced the maximum num- except Exempt Emergency • All public facilities will vaccines available to pro- been extended until June 1. many other services deemed ber of group assemblies to Childcare Centers to serve continue to undergo aggres- tect against this novel coro- Deadlines for property essential. For a full list of 10 people, down from 25. families of first-responders sive environmental cleaning navirus infection. It is not tax exemptions and deferral essential services included Additional guidance on that and front-line medical per- on a daily basis. recommended that people applications are extended in the Governor’s order, order, can be found at www. sonnel are closed. • Mayor Koch will use wear masks when they are from April 1 to June 1. visit www.mass.gov. mass.gov. • City offices are closed $1 million from the City’s in public. Masks can be use- The City of Quincy • Governor Charlie Bak- • A Wollaston Elemen- to the public. The City will Affordable Housing Trust to ful in some settings, such Park Department has also er has issued an executive tary School Grade 5 teacher, still operate and offices will assist workers in the City’s as a clinic waiting room, to closed all basketball courts order to further extend the who was last in school on still be staffed, but residents hospitality industry and prevent someone who has throughout the city due to closure of all Massachusetts March 12, has tested posi- will be required to conduct maintain their housing dur- a respiratory illness from a concern that people were schools and all non emer- tive for COVID-19. In a business via telephone, the ing prolonged closures. The spreading it to others. There not practicing proper social gency child care programs letter to Grade 5 parents, Internet or through the mail. full details of the program is no hard evidence that distancing. until May 4. Quincy School Supt. Rich- No emergency services will will be developed in the wearing a mask protects the What You Need to Know: • A temporary emergency ard DeCristofaro asked that be impacted. A full list of coming days. wearer outside of the health- • On March 31st, Gover- order has been issued that children in the class self- department phone numbers Best Practices care setting. and contact information ap- • Residents in potential- • Don’t flush disinfect- pears on Page 18. ly vulnerable populations, ing wipes, paper towels or • All playgrounds in such as seniors and those flushable wipes down your WHAT’S COOKING Quincy are closed, but park with underlying medical toilet. They can clog sewer with spaces are open. conditions, are advised to lines and cause plumbing is- • Students can pick up stay home. sues in your home. Marie & Susie “Grab and Go” meals at • Many of the things you Need More Information? , do to help prevent colds and • Ruth Jones By MARIE D’OLIMPIO and SUSIE FALCO Quincy High, Snug Har- the flu can help protect you Health Commissioner bor and Lincoln-Hancock. against other respiratory vi- (617) 376-1272 Meals will be available from ruses such as Coronavirus: [email protected] Sally Lunn Batter Bread 11 AM to noon. Additional o Avoid large gather- • City of Quincy CO- details are available on QPS ings. VID-19 Informational Ho- (No Need To Knead) website. o Wash your hands tline By MARIE 3 large eggs • All restaurants and bars often with soap and warm (617) 376-1288 The wonderful aroma of homemade 5 and ½ to 6 cups of all-purpose flour in Quincy are not allowed to water for at least 20 sec- • Mayor’s Office of Con- bread when we were growing up brought us serve food or beverages on onds. stituent Services all to the kitchen waiting for that bread to In a large bowl, dissolve yeast in the site. o Cover your coughs (617) 376-1500 come out of the oven. warm water. • Any gathering should and sneezes. • CDC COVID 19 Infor- We would be ready and have fresh, ov- Add the milk, butter, sugar, salt, eggs maintain “social distancing” o Stay home if you mation Page en-baked bread with butter which was the and 3 cups of flour. • Mass.gov most delicious treat that anyone could have. Beat and mix until smooth. Our Baking Club baked a Lunn Batter Stir in enough of remaining flour to form Bread last week and it is one of those breads a soft dough - do not knead. that does not need to be kneaded and it is Place in a greased bowl, turning once to very simple to make. I guarantee that if you grease the top. Lynch Supports CARES bake this bread it will be gone in a . Cover and let rise in warm place wait for it to rise, it will double in size this takes Ingredients and Directions: about an hour. Act, COVID-19 Relief Stir the dough down. Cont’d From Page 3 o Low-Income Home ment and other medical 1 package of active dry yeast (one- Spoon in to a greased and floured 10- Energy Assistance Pro- items they may need dur- quarter ounce) inch tube pan. o Child Care and Devel- gram (LIHEAP): Pro- ing this public health emer- ½ cup warm water Cover and let rise until doubled, about opment Block Grant: Sup- vides $900 million to help gency. Massachusetts will 1 cup warm whole milk another hour. ports child care and early low-income families pay receive $17,227,538 under ½ cup butter softened Bake in a 400-degree oven for 25 to 30 education by providing $3.5 their heating and cooling this appropriation. ¼ cup sugar minutes until golden brown. billion for the Child Care bills. Massachusetts will o CDC Coronavirus 2 teaspoons of salt Remove from pan and place on a wire and Development Block receive $10,963,000 for this State, Local and Tribal rack to cool. Grant. Massachusetts will purpose during this public Grants Minimum Awards: receive $45.3 Million under health emergency. Provides about $750 mil- Healthy ‘Pudding Pops’ this emergency appropria- o Byrne-Justice As- lion in CDC state, local, tion. sistance Grant Program: and Tribal Grants Minimum By SUSIE o $1.3 Billion in Direct When the warm weather arrives, ice Provides $850 million for Awards to help agencies Payments to Community this program, giving addi- cope with the public health cream will be on your children’s list as well Health Centers: $1.3 bil- as your own as a must have for those longer tional support to state and emergency. The minimum lion will be available to pay local law enforcement agen- award for Massachusetts is evenings. for costs of coronavirus- Here is an absolutely delicious and easy cies, thereby allowing them, $12,944,000. In addition, related care and for lost rev- for example, to obtain the states can apply for ad- recipe taken from the Against All Grain enue. blogger Danielle Walker. These taste ex- personal protective equip- ditional funds above their actly like the “pudding pops” that many of minimum award, based on us grew up with and loved so much. These their needs. Election Assistance are good for you, taste amazing, and will be o : a hit with everyone. I promise. king optical Provides $400 million for Please do not substitute any other milk, Instructions: Election Assistance Grants because they will come out to” ice” and not 1. Place 1/4 cup of the coconut milk in bright sunshine and glare a problem? for states to help prepare for creamy. ENJOY!!! a medium heat-proof bowl. Sprinkle the the 2020 elections. Corona- gelatin overtop and set aside to bloom for try prescription polarized sunglasses virus is already resulting in INGREDIENTS 5 minutes. the postponement of some 2. 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Massachusetts 1 teaspoon vanilla extract and refrigerate to cool for 1 hour before will receive $8.3 Million for Dash of sea salt placing into the freezer for 6 hours, or until these purposes. set. Thursday, April 2, 2020 The Quincy Sun Page 9 Sciatica: A Genuine Pain In The Butt A Message From Ruth Jones, City Of Quincy Health Commissioner Editor’s note: due to the people also exhibit numb- ing the stress on your back to maintain its normal scan, but have no symp- coronavirus outbreak and ness, tingling or muscle spine, excess body weight curve. Keep your knees toms. So doctors don’t health emergency, Quincy weakness in the affected can contribute to the spinal and hips level. typically order these tests Health Commissioner Ruth leg or foot. It is possible changes that trigger sci- • Use good body me- unless your pain is severe, Jones is unable to submit to have pain in one part of atica. chanics. If you stand for or it doesn’t improve with- new articles to The Quincy your leg and numbness in • Occupation - A job that long periods, rest one foot in a few weeks. Electro- Sun. We are running some of another part. requires you to twist your on a stool or small box myography (EMG) a test her old health articles in the Mild sciatica usually back, carry heavy loads or from time to time. When measuring the electrical RUTH JONES interim. The column below goes away over time. Al- drive a motor vehicle for you lift something heavy, impulses produced by the nerve root compression. first appeared in The Sun though most people recov- long periods might play a let your lower extremities nerves and the responses Avoid jerking, bouncing or two years ago. er fully from sciatica, often role in sciatica, but there’s do the work. Move straight of your muscles, can con- twisting during the stretch, By RUTH JONES without treatment, sciatica no conclusive evidence of up and down. Keep your firm nerve compression and try to hold the stretch MSPH, BSN, RN, can potentially cause per- this link. back straight and bend caused by herniated disks for at least 30 seconds. BC, CP-FS manent nerve . No- • Prolonged sitting - only at the knees. Hold the or narrowing of your spi- Over-the-counter Sciatica refers to pain tify your doctor if self-care People who sit for pro- object close to your body. nal canal (spinal stenosis). medications - Pain reliev- that radiates along the path measures fail to ease your longed periods or have Avoid lifting and twist- Self-care treatments ers such as ibuprofen (Ad- of the sciatic nerve, which symptoms or if your pain a sedentary lifestyle are ing simultaneously. Find that might be useful are: vil, Motrin) and naproxen branches from your lower lasts longer than a week, more likely to develop someone to assist you if Cold packs - Initially, sodium (Aleve) are some- back through your hips and is severe or becomes pro- sciatica than active people the object is heavy or awk- you might get relief from times helpful for sciatica. buttocks and down each gressively worse. are. ward. a cold pack placed on the If your pain doesn’t im- leg. Get immediate medical • Diabetes - This con- Diagnosis begins with painful area for up to 20 prove with self-care mea- Characteristically, sci- care if: you have sudden, dition, which affects the a physical exam; your minutes several times a sures, your doctor might atica affects only one side severe pain in your low way your body uses blood healthcare provider may day. Use an ice pack or a suggest medications such of your body. 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hicle’s interior appeared to have been disturbed and On Tuesday, March 24, at approximately 11:53 there were additional items on the driver’s seat. Based a.m., Officer Goggin was dispatched to the Quincy A Job Well Done on the registration, attempts were made to contact the Police Station lobby to meet with a female victim of By QUINCY POLICE LT. DAN MINTON owner to no avail. On the top of the blue bag, in plain domestic violence. view, was a piece of mail addressed to the owner too. Upon arrival, the officer interviewed the victim, who and then served the husband The officer then spoke to the reporting party/wit- stated that she is married and fearful of her husband, so in his cell. She was advised ness who said he was outside utilizing the dumpster much that she has been staying inside her bedroom for to call the police if her hus- when he saw the male try to enter a parked car. Ini- the past week and only comes out for food when her band returns home or comes tially he didn’t think anything of this until the male husband goes to work as an Uber driver. She added in contact with him. moved onto another car eventually trying to open 4 to her husband was not keeping her in the bedroom and Nice Work! 5 cars. He was unsure if he was successful at entering has not physically hurt her but has called her demean- q these vehicles. When he saw the male suspect enter ing words and has frightened her with his anger. ANOTHER JOB WELL one of the vehicles, he called the police. She said her husband is very concerned for the well- DONE Officers Acevedo and Kaes determined the identity being of his mother over the coronavirus because his On Tuesday, March 23, at of the suspect and a default warrant out of Roxbury mother lives so far away in California. She told the approximately 10 p.m., Of- LT. DAN MINTON District Court for possession of a burglarious instru- officer her husband is angry because she will not drive ficers Goldrick and Acevedo ment and larceny under $1,200 for him. The suspect, a to California with him. were dispatched to Faxon Commons on Southern Ar- 41-year-old Taunton resident, was placed under arrest When asked about physical threats or violence, the tery for a male with a red hat, dark clothes and a back- for the warrant and breaking and entering into a motor victim said her husband has threatened to hit her by pack trying to enter cars. Upon arrival, the officers met vehicle in the nighttime-felony. raising his hand at her and then close in but then does with the caller who led them to a black motor vehicle During the booking process, the following items not make contact with her. She said she is afraid of him in a secluded rear lot. were located in the blue tote bag: 1) Two Garmin GPS and related a story that happened five days ago. The officers’ attention was drawn to this vehicle units, 2) TCL cell phone, 3) Lolldeal vacuum, 4) Tek- She stated her husband told her, “I will beat you up because the dome light was on and there was a male ton digital meter, 5) Mi.com battery device, 6) library and cut your tummy.” She denied being pregnant. She wearing a red hat and dark clothing next to the driver’s card/Chuck E. Cheese card/Stop & Shop card. These added he also hides money from her. door. There was also a tote bag next to the male’s feet. items were placed into evidence. Based on the victim’s statements, Officers Goggin The officers approached and placed the male into Detectives will follow up in the case to possibly and Stanley responded to the address to handcuffs. Officers Acevedo and Kaes stayed with bring further charges and return stolen items to their arrest her 51-year-old husband on the charge of assault the suspect while Officer Goldrick further investigat- rightful owners. on an intimate partner. The officers then assisted the ed. Upon closer inspection, he observed that the ve- Nice Work! victim in obtaining an emergency restraining order QUINCY POLICE CRIME AWARENESS JOURNAL

Quincy Police Statistics VANDALISM/PROPERTY, 1:04 p.m., Atlantic Washington St. Hotel pillows. Caller states he had pillows March 20 – March 26 Street. Vehicle. Rock through window. Happened to mul- stolen, but retrieved pillows from female. Reporting person Calls: 778 tiple vehicles in area. given case number and will call back if involved parties Arrests: 5 VANDALISM/PROPERTY, 3:16 p.m., Wilson Av- come back to business. Reported to be three males that were Stolen Vehicles: 2 enue. Gray Honda Civic. Windshield smashed, parked in involved and he had dealing with the female that was hold- FRIDAY, MARCH 20 the street. Happened this morning, March 21. ing bag with pillows in them. All six pillows are back in the LARCENY, 8:54 a.m., Copeland Street. Medication. VANDALISM/PROPERTY, 7:19 p.m., West Street. reporting person’s possession. Not a larceny case number provided. Front door. Paint on the door. No cameras for possible foot- LARCENY, 4:03 p.m., BJ’s, 200 Crown Colony Dr. age. Paint was clearned off prior to officers’ arrival. Be- If anyone has more information about any of the afore- Wallet stolen. Caller said she left her cart unattended and lieved to have been a water-based paint splatter. mentioned incidents or would like more information, contact someone stole her wallet. Meet caller at the front desk. SUNDAY, MARCH 22 Crime Prevention Lieutenant Dan Minton at 617 745 5719 SATURDAY, MARCH 21 LARCENY/MOTOR VEHICLE, 12:18 a.m., South LARCENY, 1:17 a.m., 397 Water St. Reported break. Street. Report person states vehicle was stolen March 10 STOLEN MOTOR VEHICLES: STOLEN MOTOR Caller states that she recently discovered that someone had and then got to Dudley MBTA today and it was there in the VEHICLES: Ricciuti Drive, 55 South St. broken into her residence at this address and stole an Ap- parking lot, key still in it. Signed form filed. Incident closed. q ple Watch. States that she tracked the watch to the area of VANDALISM/PROPERTY, 11:55 p.m., Franklin CAR BREAKS: 10 Copeland St., Gardiner Road, 100 Smith Street and Arthur Street where she found three suspi- Street. Smashed car window. Reporting person states fe- Quarry St., 350 Washington St., 1 Odom St., 26 Moore St., cious youths that ran when asked about the watch. Caller male is no longer on scene. Reporting person states that a 49 Arnold St., 1055 Southern Artery is waiting on the corner of Smith and Arthur. Caller stated femal threw a rock through the window. q she believes that one of the possible suspects left their cell MONDAY, MARCH 23 BREAKS AND ATTEMPTED BREAKS: none (many phone in the unit; caller doesn’t have the phone but states its LARCENY/ATTEMPT (false check), 11:59 a.m., All- people now home due to coronavirus). still in the apartment. Two boys one in orange hat and two town Check Cashing, 34 School St. For $3,000 check - girls went up Smith towards Prospect Hill St. Two possible customer in the lobby. Fraud to larceny/attempt. If you have information on the above crimes, drug activ- suspects located on Smith Street at Prospect Hill St. Report WEDNESDAY, MARCH 25 ity or any crime, please call the Quincy Police Detective submitted on a larceny, no break occurred. LARCENY/MOTOR VEHICLE (possibly stolen), Bureau at 617-745-5764 or log onto the following website: BREAKING AND ENTERING/PROGRES (busi- 11:23 p.m., Quincy Auto Auction, 196 Ricciuti Dr. Arrest http://tinyurl.com/ytf6td. ness) 2:45 a.m., Kelly’s Cellar, 1546 Hancock St. Some- made. Male took off in car up Ricciuti Drive in an unregis- To report suspicious drug activity, call the Drug Hot- one smashed the windows and broke into Kelly’s Cellar. tered car. Car is heading towards golf course. White male, Line at 617-328-4527. You will not be required to identify Male and female both entered the building. Blonde female jean jacket in a white pick up truck. Motor vehicle headed yourself, but it could help. To make an appointment to view in all black, male party still inside. Two detained. Message towards Willard Street high rate of speed. Arrest for larceny the Registered Sex Offenders book, call Detective James left for the contact name on business; complaint for B&E MV. Stolen vehicle turned over to auto auction security. Dentremont at 617-745-5755. nighttime. Property is now owned by City of Quincy. Will THURSDAY, MARCH 26 To contact the Crime Prevention Officer for tips or com- VANDALISM/PROPERTY (past), 8:40 a.m., 100 contact later this date. ments, my direct line is 617-745-5719. My e-mail address VANDALISM/PROPERTY, 12:03 p.m., Billings Coveway. Blood in car. is [email protected] -- Lt. Dan Minton Street, windshield. Windshield smashed no suspect info. LARCENY, 3:38 p.m., Boston Textile Co., Inc., 254

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The tem- the City of Quincy and Fa- crisis. porary shelter will provide ther Bill’s & MainSpring Starting on Wednesday, beds, meals, and support- (FBMS) have partnered to April 1, the South Shore ive services to elders and create a temporary emer- YMCA Quincy Branch on individuals with underlying gency shelter that will sup- Coddington Street will open health conditions, who are port some of the area’s most up its gymnasium to ap- among the most vulnerable vulnerable individuals dur- proximately 50 individuals to the coronavirus. The City of Quincy’s Social Security Matters Office of Emergency Man- agement, at the direction of Mayor Thomas Koch, has Retiring From Work; provided the cots and lo- gistical support needed to When Should I Claim operate an emergency shel- ter. The City, South Shore Social Security? YMCA and FBMS are SOUTH SHORE YMCA Quincy Branch on Coddington Street will open up its gymnasium working together to provide April 1 to approximately 50 individuals currently staying at Father Bill’s Place, the emergency By RUSSELL GLOOR support staff and to ensure shelter operated by FBMS at 38 Broad St. The temporary shelter will provide beds, meals, and AMAC Certified Social Security Advisor site security. supportive services to elders and individuals with underlying health conditions, who are among Association Of Mature American Citizen By opening up a second- the most vulnerable to the coronavirus. Photo Courtesy South Shore YMCA ary shelter, guests and staff ter providers on the West of Joe Finn and the Massa- ing this pandemic. Dear Rusty: I turned 63 August 12th, 2019. I will be at Father Bill’s Place will Coast, including those most chusetts Shelter and Hous- Several weeks ago, retiring June 30th, 2020 from my current job. I will have be able to practice the so- impacted by the coronavirus ing Alliance for bringing all FBMS began implementing made approximately $35,000 by then and am receiving sev- cial distancing guidelines in Washington state, we’ve the parties together.” precautionary measures at erance pay of $19,000 on June 30th. Will the pay I receive recommended by the U.S. determined that the best “The YMCA has been Father Bill’s Place to bet- through June 30th affect what I can draw from Social Secu- Centers for Disease Control course of action right now a part of the Quincy com- ter protect guests and staff, rity? Also, how much of a difference would it be if I wait and Prevention. In addition, is to depopulate our shel- munity for more than 125 including a more thorough until August 12th, 2020 to officially start drawing Social working with the Y, Father ters, creating more physical years,” said South Shore screening process for guests Security? Is there any other information I should be aware Bill’s Place will have the space for individuals who YMCA President & CEO entering the shelter. The of before I start drawing Social Security? Signed: Anxious relief necessary to create don’t have their own home. Paul Gorman. “We have screening, conducted by to Retire potential quarantine areas This temporary shelter in always had a strong rela- staff and medical person- Dear Anxious: First, let me assure you that the money in other locations within Quincy goes a long way in tionship with the City and nel, helps identify guests you earned this year before your benefits start aren’t counted Quincy, which would better protecting our most vulner- the Mayor’s office and are who are exhibiting symp- as part of Social Security’s “earnings test” which could af- protect guests and staff from able guests during this cri- happy to support the com- toms similar to those of CO- fect your payment after your benefits start. When you claim, exposure to COVID-19. sis.” munity in any way we can. VID-19. Guests displaying your Social Security benefit amount will depend upon two In recent weeks, Father “We made one phone We pour our hearts into our symptoms are directed to a things – your “primary insurance amount” (or “PIA”) which Bill’s Place has been provid- call to South Shore YMCA social services work, which health care provider for fur- is determined from your highest earning 35 years (adjusted ing shelter to more than 120 President Paul Gorman to is at the core of our mission. ther screening. for inflation) over your lifetime, and the age at which you individuals per night. explore this idea, and his We are proud and honored All guests staying at the claim your SS benefit. By claiming at age 64 in August, “We’re grateful to Paul response was immediate: to work alongside the City South Shore YMCA Quincy your benefit will be cut by about 15.6% from what it would Gorman, the team at the ‘What do you need and and Father Bill’s Place in will have undergone the be if you wait to claim at your full retirement age (66 plus South Shore YMCA, Mayor when do you need it?’” said this time of need.” screening process at Father 4 months). Your earnings for 2020 won’t be applied to your Thomas Koch, and the City Quincy Mayor Tom Koch. FBMS has been work- Bill’s Place and displayed SS record until after you file your 2020 taxes in 2021, so of Quincy for stepping up “I am extraordinarily grate- ing with Boston Health Care no COVID-19 symptoms. won’t affect your benefits (if appropriate) until after that. and providing the leader- ful for the SSYMCA’s part- for the Homeless Program, In addition, FBMS pur- If your 2020 earnings are more than any of those in the 35 ship and resources needed nership on this important which operates a health care chased additional hand- years used to initially compute your benefit, your benefit to support our neighbors in effort to protect some of clinic inside Father Bill’s washing stations and in- will increase at that time. The day of the month you were need during these unprec- the most vulnerable mem- Place, and Manet Commu- vested in cleaning services born isn’t significant, only the month. So, if you apply to edented times,” said FBMS bers of our community; the nity Health Center in order to help limit exposure to start benefits in August of 2020, your benefit cut will be as President & CEO John hard, fast work of the team to implement health and COVID-19. For more infor- stated above because you’re claiming exactly 2 years and Yazwinski. “Based on our at Father Bill’s to make it safety measures that better mation, visit helpfbms.org/ 4 months early. But if you wait longer you’ll gain another communications with shel- happen; and the leadership protect guests and staff dur- coronavirus. 5/9ths of 1% (.556%) for each additional month you delay up until your full retirement age (FRA). Although you plan to retire from work, be aware that if Social Security Recipients Will Get Stimulus Checks you decide to return you’ll be subject to Social Security’s earnings limit once you are collecting benefits before your “It’s the ONE question nearly all Social Security recipi- weeks FRA, and that will be the case until you reach your full re- ents are asking: Will I get a Coronavirus stimulus check? If • Eligibility for cash payments is based on income as re- tirement age. If you go back to work after you start your SS yes, do I get one even if I haven’t filed a tax return in recent ported in your most recent income tax return (note: adjusted and earn more than $1,520 in any remaining month of 2020, years? gross income is the figure used) you’ll not be entitled to benefits for that month. Starting in The answers are YES and YES!, says Jeff Szymanski, • If you did not file tax returns and are receiving Social 2021, you’ll be subject to an annual earnings limit of at least political analyst at the Association of Mature American Citi- Security payments, the IRS can use your Form SSA-1099 $18,240 (that’s the 2020 limit – limits for future years aren’t zens [AMAC]. Social Security Benefit Statement or your Form RRB-1099 yet known but will be higher). Exceeding the annual limit The “Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Social Security Equivalent Benefit Statement to send your will cause SS to withhold half of anything you earn over the Act” (CARES Act) passed by Congress provides for sub- check limit. The limit is more, and the penalty is less in the year stantial stabilization of America’s economy during the un- • If you have received a tax refund in the last two years you reach your FRA and goes away once you have reached precedented medical crisis now sweeping the country. The by direct deposit, that’s where your money will be sent. If your full retirement age. Act provides critically needed funding in key areas like not, the IRS will mail a check to your “last known address” Finally, to be sure you’re aware, you can actually defer expanded unemployment benefits and specific aid to many • The IRS will mail a notice confirming distribution of claiming SS until age 70 if you wish. After you reach your business segments facing extraordinary disruption, along your payment, along with IRS contact information if you full retirement age you’ll earn delayed retirement credits with financial relief payments to most Americans, subject to haven’t actually received the confirmed payment (DRCs) of 8% per year of delay, which are added to your income guidelines below. • You do not need to do anything in advance. For many benefit when you finally claim it. That would give youa “Under the Act’s provisions, Americans having a valid recipients, the IRS has your banking information and will benefit which is 29% more at age 70 than it would be at your Social Security number will receive direct cash assistance, likely execute direct transfers to your account full retirement age. specifically including those who receive welfare andSo- AMAC’s sister organization, The AMAC Foundation, This article is intended for information purposes only cial Security benefits. Relief payments will be $1,200 for updates a site five days a week entitled The Social Security individuals, $2,400 for couples, and $500 per child, for in- Report. For the absolute latest daily information on this vital and does not represent legal or financial guidance. It dividuals with incomes at or below $75,000 ($112,500 for program, visit www.socialsecurityreport.org. Many of this presents the opinions and interpretations of the AMAC heads of household) and couples with income at or below week’s headline and latest news posts on The Social Secu- Foundation’s staff, trained and accredited by the Na- $150,000. Individuals earning up to $99,000 and couples rity Report deal specifically with The CARES Act (Stimulus tional Social Security Association (NSSA). NSSA and the up to $198,000 will receive a reduced payment, prorated ac- Bill), and those seeking more detailed information will find AMAC Foundation and its staff are not affiliated with or cording their higher income level,” according to Szymanski. it a valuable resource. endorsed by the Social Security Administration or any The procedural details on how the approved payments But to reiterate, reports Szymanski, “Yes, Social Security other governmental entity. will get into the hands of recipients are still being finalized, recipients are eligible and need do nothing at all to receive To submit a question, visit amacfoundation.org/pro- but these are the general elements: their $1,200 per person relief payments due them. If you are grams/social-security-advisory or email ssadvisor@ • According to Treasury Secretary Steven Mnuchin, most required to file a tax form, it is likely that having done so amacfoundation.org. payments should be in the hands of recipients within three already may speed up delivery of the payment.” Page 12 The Quincy Sun Thursday, April 2, 2020 O bituaries Arthur Crisafulli Bernadeta B. Karosas Ethel Frances Merrigan Arthur Crisafulli, of Ethel Frances Merri- Bernadeta B. (Mimgaud- Quincy, formerly of Hull, gan, of Quincy, formerly of is) Karosas, of Quincy, died passed away peacefully on Dorchester, died peacefully March 26. March 23. at her home on Tuesday, Bernadeta’s family and He was the devoted March 24, 2020. She was faith were the center of her husband of Rose Marie C. 93. heart and life. Holidays, Crisafulli (Cerrutti) of 56 Born in Boston, she was celebrations, and family years, as well as, the devot- raised in Dorchester and gatherings kept her close to ed father of Maria Lisa Cri- was the daughter of the late the ones she loved. She also safulli of Quincy and Stacy Edward J. (1971) and Ethel enjoyed shopping, garden- Anne Gonsalves and hus- M. (Lane) Merrigan (1957). ETHEL F. MERRIGAN ing, and trips to Vermont. band Gary of Rhode Island. Ethel attended local schools ARTHUR CRISAFULLI Mrs. Karosas was a mem- Patricia Stein of Bridge- Devoted nonno of Gabriella. and graduated from the Jere- ber of the Lithuanian Social water and Karen Merrigan Arthur also leaves his loyal Arthur was a contractor miah E. Burke High School Club and St. Peter Lithu- BERNADETA B. KAROSAS of Weymouth. She was the dog, Smokey. and antique dealer. He was with the Class of 1945. Af- anian Church in S. Boston. sas. Also survived by many loving grand aunt of Artie of He was the devoted a kind generous man who ter high school, Ethel went She will be remembered as nieces and nephews. Quincy, Mark and his part- brother of the late Nardina loved going to the Casino to work for John Hancock a giving person, who had a Expressions of sympathy ner Christina of Hanover, Trischitti, of California, and poking around in his where she retired after 40 deep faith, and exhibited un- may be made in Bernadeta’s Brian of Yarmouth, ME, the late Joseph, formerly of garden, playing the lottery, years as an office manager. conditional love to all those memory to nonprofits help- Stephen of Rockland, Col- Hull, his brother Carmel- bowling and playing cards. In her spare time, Ethel she met. ing to respond to COVID-19 leen of Weymouth, Katie, lino of Italy and Ferdinand Private services were enjoyed quilting and playing Beloved wife of the or a favorite charity. Griffin, Shae, Eddie, Joey of Quincy. He also leaves held for his immediate fami- cards with friends. Primari- late Rimvydas “Raymond” Normally, the funeral is and Rachael, all of Quincy, many nieces and nephews ly. In honor of Arthur please ly, she devoted her life, love Karosas. Loving mother of an opportunity for the com- Danielle and her fiance, and dear friends. do a kind act or make a do- and attention to her fam- Algis Karosas and his wife nation to a favorite charity. munity to gather in support ily; they were her universe. Devin, of Halifax, and Jona- Alison of VT, Daina Rosa of of one another. Although She especially enjoyed the than of Attleboro. Ethel was Boston, and Ruta Beach and Sean M. Graham, 45 we cannot gather together annual family trips to Hy- the loving great grand aunt her husband Rick of Quincy. Sean M. Graham, age with Bernadeta’s family at annis, Cape Cod and Lake of Liv of Hanover. She was Sister of Irene Hannigan of 45, of Quincy, formerly of this time, friends may still George, New York where preceded in death by her DE, and pre-deceased by Dorchester, died peacefully, offer their support by visit- lifetime memories for two brother Edward J. Merrigan, five siblings. Grandmoth- March 22, at Carney Hospi- ing www.Keohane.com and generations were forged. Jr. (1966) and Pauline O. er of Raymond Laverty, tal, in the comfort of his lov- sharing a special memory or She taught her nieces, neph- Merrigan (1986). Alyssa Beach, Tyler Beach, ing family. message. ews, grand nieces and grand In keeping with current Ryan Beach, Kaitlin Beach, Born in Dorchester, he For those who cannot nephews the value of fam- health concerns regarding Aleksandra Karosas, Tasija was raised and educated in access the website, call ily. Ethel was the definition the Covid-19 coronavirus, Karosas, and Maya Karo- Quincy and attended Quincy 1-800-KEOHANE to have of a selfless individual. Her services will be private. High School. Sean was em- your message added. life lessons and example are Funeral arrangements ployed as a cook in various her legacy that continues were made by the Keohane restaurants for many years. SEAN M. GRAHAM Frederick P. Hallisey through her family. Funeral Home, 785 Han- He also worked with his cock St., Quincy. Nephew of Rachel Otka Frederick P. Hallisey, of Ethel was the loving aunt friend assisting him with the In lieu of flowers, memo- of Connecticut. S. Weymouth, formerly of of Carol McLaughlin of installation of water heaters. rial contributions in Ethel’s He was also survived Quincy, died in the comfort Weymouth, Susan Curran Sean enjoyed bowling name may be sent to the by many nieces, nephews, of his home with his family and her husband James, Ed- and shooting pool. charitable organization of cousins, and friends. by his side on March 21. ward Merrigan and his wife Loving father of Kayla one’s choice. In light of current events, Fred was born and raised AnneMarie, all of Quincy, N. Graham of Quincy. funeral services will be pri- in Quincy to the late George Beloved son of Robert V. vate. Memorial services will and Margaret Hallisey. Robert L. Patcha Graham of Dorchester and be held at a later date. He attended Quincy High Robert L. Patcha, age 81, with the rank of Command- the late Roberta E. (Dool- For those who wish, do- School and was a proud of Quincy, formerly of Bos- er. ing) Graham. nations in Sean’s memory United States Navy veteran. ton and Arlington, Virginia, In retirement, he worked Devoted brother of FREDERICK P. HALLISEY may be made to the charity Fred worked hard to died peacefully, Sunday, as a webmaster for sev- Kelsey Graham of Sa- of your choice. start his own contracting and John S. Balonis. Dear March 22, 2020, at South eral Boston organizations lem, Andrew Graham of Funeral arrangements business; D.E.H. General brother of Anne Meade of Shore Hospital. including the Newmarket Taunton, and the late Amy were made by the Sweeney Contracting Inc. and retired Weymouth, Warren Hallisey Robert was born in Business Association. E. Graham. Brothers Home for Funer- in 1995. He spent his re- of FL and the late George, Downey, California and Bob was an accom- Dear grandson of Francis als, 1 Independence Ave., maining years working by Paul, Robert and David Hal- raised in Long Beach. He plished and talented singer, V. Graham of Dorchester. Quincy the side of his son Fred in lisey. Devoted Grandfather was a graduate of Califor- performing at Symphony his business. He embraced to 6 grandchildren whom he nia State University, Long Hall as a member of a choral the time with his family adored; Scott Balonis, Jo- Beach, Class of 1961. group which also performed and also enjoyed spending seph Cellini, Teresa Santos, He had lived in Quincy in Europe. time on his front stoop with Ariana Cellini, Molly Hal- for the past four years, pre- Beloved son of the late neighbors, their children lisey and Frederick P. Hal- viously Boston for fifteen Rudolph John and Roweena and grandchildren. He will lisey III. Soon to be great years, and earlier in Arling- Josephine (Pence) Patcha. be dearly missed by all who grandfather with the antici- ton, Virginia for twenty-five Dear brother of the late knew him. pated arrival Mia Belle Cel- years. Pamela Sue Weidler. Beloved husband of 50 lini. Also survived by many Bob was proud to have Also survived by several years to Darlene E. Hallisey nieces and nephews. served in the United States nieces, nephews, and his of S. Weymouth. Loving fa- Services for Fred shall be Coast Guard Reserve for friends, Herb and Janice. ther to Lisa M. Bohmbach announced at a later date. over twenty years, retiring At Bob’s request, funeral “Caring for your life’s journey” and Robert of E. Taunton, In lieu of flowers, consid- services were private. Anne M. Hallisey of S. Wey- er a donation in memory of mouth, Sharlene M. Cellini Fred to St. Jude Children’s Donald K. Kennedy, 68 ♦ Funerals and Joseph of S. Weymouth, Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis TN Donald K. Kennedy of Campbell of FL, Debbie ♦ Cremations Frederick P. Hallisey II and Ellen of S. Weymouth 38105. Quincy passed away unex- Shagley of MD, Darlene ♦ Pre-Arrangements pectedly on March 27 at age Clausen of NY, Dorene Ro- 68. bison of VT and David Ken- Service times and directions at: Honor Your A lifelong Quincy resi- nedy of FL; and is also sur- www.dolanfuneral.com Loved One’s dent, he was a Vietnam vived by many nieces and veteran, U.S. Army and nephews. Memory worked as a carpenter in In light of current events 1140 WASHINGTON STREET THE DOLAN FAMILY the Carpenter’s Union. Don services will be held at a fu- W. Craig DORCHESTER, MA 02124 With Flowers was the loving father of ture date. Paul F. (617) 298-8011 ...... Frederick J. Donald Kennedy and his Funeral arrangements Courtney 460 GRANITE AVENUE cliffords.com wife Michelle of Quincy; were made by the Dennis MILTON, MA 02186 dear grandfather of Rory; Sweeney Funeral Home, 74 (617) 698-6264 1.800.441.8884 beloved bother of Diane Elm St., Quincy. Thursday, April 2, 2020 The Quincy Sun Page 13 O bituaries Florence L. Steeves, 86 Harold J. Merrill, Jr. Donna LaPenna Florence L. (Martel) Harold J. “Harry” Mer- Donna LaPenna (Iacov- Steeves, 86, a longtime resi- rill, Jr., age 94, of Braintree, elli) passed away at her dent of Quincy, passed away formerly of Quincy, passed home after recent health is- peacefully and surrounded away, peacefully, March 29, sues March 30. by family at her home on at the John Bertram House Donna was loved by so March 27. in Salem, in the comfort of many. She loved to cook, Born in Laconia, N.H., his loving family. sew, shop, take road trips, she was a daughter of the Beloved husband of the especially to Florida, watch late Irenee Martel and late Clara M. (Marcucci) crime shows, and be with Yvonne (Sevigny). Proudly Merrill. her family, particularly French-Canadian, Florence Devoted father of Robert her grandchildren. She al- was raised in an entirely J. Merrill of San Diego, Ca- ways looked forward to her French-speaking household FLORENCE L. STEEVES lif., Lynn Raymond and her lunch dates with her school DONNA LAPENNA and learned English only single one of their dance husband Reid of Norfolk, HAROLD J. MERRILL, JR. friends. Donna was always the one who made you laugh upon entering first grade in recitals and every play and Va., and Debra M. Martin- much!” and always knew the right 1939. musical in which they ever eau and her husband Philip In light of current events, Heart Association, P.O. thing to say. She was the Florence was employed appeared at St. Ann School, of Beverly. Harry’s interment at the Box 417005, Boston, MA best Mother and Nonnie. by the Stop & Shop Super- St. Agatha School and Font- Loving Pa of Jeff, Amy, Massachusetts National 02241-7005. She is survived by her maket Co. in Quincy as a ca- bonne Academy. Kimberly, Philip, Andrew, Cemetery in Bourne took Funeral arrangements husband Bob, her daugh- shier for many years, a job She was the sister of Brian, Brenda, Shawn, and place privately. A celebra- were made by the Keohane ters Dawn LaPenna. Carrie she loved, retiring in 1997. Grace Montplaisir of NH Kelly. tion of Harry’s life will be Funeral Home, 785 Han- LaPenna-Sullivan, Lauren Additionally she was a vol- and Alice Parzek of FL, Cherished great grandfa- held at a later date. cock St., Quincy. LaPenna,Donna Peterson unteer at the gift shop at Robert Martel of SC, Donat ther of eight. For those who wish, do- Normally, the funeral is and her son Michael J. Sul- Quincy Hospital, and Care- Martel of NH, Helene Sten- One of three siblings, nations in Harry’s memory an opportunity for the com- livan. Her grandchildren One at Weymouth. tiford of Wakefield, and the he was the dear brother of may be made to the John munity to gather in support Andrew and Anthony Sul- Florence was what some late Laurette Baillargeon, Mary E. Priscella of Brain- Bertram House, 29 Wash- of one another. Although we livan and her granddaughter might call a sports fanatic, Rachel Pelczar, Blanche tree and the late Catherine ington Square, Salem, MA cannot gather together with Sophia LaPenna. Also her following all of the Boston Mansour, Lucille Houde, E. Elliott. 01970. Donna’s family at this time, sister’s Mary Ioannilli and sports teams including the and Lucien, Edmond, Leo, Harry is also survived Arrangements under the friends may still offer their Linda Grazioso her Brother Boston Red Sox, the New and Rolland Martel. She is by many nieces, nephews, direction of the Sweeney support by visiting www. Johnny Iacovelli and her England Patriots, the Bos- also survived by more than friends, and devoted neigh- Brothers Home for Funer- Keohane.com and sharing a many beloved nieces and ton Celtics and the Boston 100 nieces and nephews. bors who provided caring als, 1 Independence Ave., special memory or message. nephews and cousins. Bruins. Flo rarely missed In light of current cir- support for him over the Quincy. For those who cannot ac- In lieu of flowers, dona- a game on television or an cumstances, immediate ser- past several years. You are invited to visit cess the website, please call tions in memory of Donna opportunity to tell you what vices are private. A memo- Born in Quincy, to the www.thesweeneybrothers. 1-800-KEOHANE to have may be made to American one or another of the teams rial gathering and service late Harold J. and Cath- com or call 617-472-6344. your message added. was doing wrong and how it is planned for this summer erine L. (Roberts) Merrill, could be corrected. or early fall, and will be he was raised and educated William E. ‘Ed’ Lambert, Jr., 78 One of the greatest joys announced on the funeral in Quincy, and had lived in William Edwin “Ed” made by the Keohane Fu- of her life was the Red Sox home website. Braintree for the past sixty- Lambert Jr., a life-long resi- neral Home, 785 Hancock World Series victory in In lieu of flowers, expres- three years. dent of Quincy, died peace- St., Quincy. 2004 when her hooting and sions of sympathy may be Harry was a proud World fully at his home, surround- In lieu of flowers, memo- hollering from her living made in Florence’s name to War II veteran, having ed by his family on March rial contributions may be room during the late night Fontbonne Academy for the served honorably in the U.S. 30. He was 78. sent in William’s name to St. finish was later reported to The Good Fountain Players Army with the 355th Infan- Born and raised in Quin- Jude Children’s Research have been heard from the C/O Fontbonne Academy, try Regiment. He partici- cy, he was the son of the Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, International Space Station. 930 Brook Rd. Milton, MA pated in the Rhineland and late William E. and Mary A. Memphis, TN 38105. At the time of her death, she 02186. Central Europe campaigns (Pitts) Lambert. He was the WILLIAM LAMBERT, JR. Although we cannot remained disappointed in Funeral arrangements and received the World War beloved husband of Theresa ter, the late Paul A. Lambert, gather together with Wil- Tom Brady’s tragic decision were made by the Keohane II Victory Medal, Good A. (Chetwynd) Lambert, the late Jeannemarié Bacon liam‘s family at this time, to leave the Patriots. Funeral Home, 785 Han- Conduct Medal, American with whom he shared 60 and the late William E. friends may still offer their Florence was the beloved cock St., Quincy. Service Medal, and the Eu- years of marriage. Ed was Lambert III. He was the lov- support by visiting www. wife of the late Eugene K. Traditionally, the fu- ropean African Middle East- the devoted father of Kevin ing grandfather of nine and Keohane.com and sharing a Steeves, and the devoted neral is an opportunity for ern Service Medal. M. Lambert and his wife the loving great grandfather special memory or message. mother of Nancy M. Mc- the community to gather A founding member of Patricia of Vermont, Donna of ten. For those who cannot ac- Donald and her husband Tim in support of one another. the Adams Heights Men’s L. Kenney and her husband Services will be held pri- cess the website, please call of Quincy, the late Martin L. Although we cannot gather Club of Quincy, he served Daniel of Bridgewater, Bry- QUINCYvately at aSUN later – date. April 2020 1-800-KEOHANE to have Steeves who died in 2013, together with Florence’s as a manager there for many an A. Lambert of Bridgewa- Arrangements were your message added. and a dedicated caregiver family at this time, friends years. and constant companion of may still offer their support Harry made many dear her daughter, Carol Steeves by visiting www.Keohane. friends over his lifetime. He of Weymouth. com and sharing a special will be remembered for his She was the proud grand- memory or message. great sense of humor. He mother, known lovingly as For those who cannot always knew how to make Meme, of Eliza, Maeve, access the website, call people laugh. Harry had a and Fiona McDonald all of 1-800-KEOHANE to have passion for his family and of Quincy and attended every your message added. life, and sincerely appreci- ated all those who cared for him. He “loved all sooooo “We are a family owned and operated business, and we take seriously the health and safety of your family and ours. Over 70 Years Of We are deeply saddened by the devastating impact of COVID-19 globally and in our communities. 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Magic Mae SWS Thursday, April 2, 2020 The Quincy Sun Page 1 King Features Weekly Service March 30, 2020 King Features Weekly Service March 30, 2020 -- nearly half a century after her son’s birth. While the technique of fl attening fabrics with hot pieces of metal was intro- By Lucie Winborne A World War I homing pi- duced in ancient China, the • A World War I homing pigeon saved fi rst actual ironing board HOLLYWOODHOLLYWOOD — Super -- BowlSuper producing “Peter Pan and geon194 men saved by delivering194 men a bymessage de- championBowl Tom champion Brady is preparingTom Brady for is Wendy,” with unknowns Al- liveringdespite losing a a legmessage and an eye, despite and hav- (then called an ironing ta- his eventual exit from football. While ing been shot through the chest. preparing for his eventual exit exander Molony as Peter and losing a leg and an eye, and ble) was not invented until many sportsfrom stars football. move intoWhile commen many- Ever Anderson as Wendy. • Before settling on the Seven 1858, in New York. tary and hosting sports shows, the six- havingDwarfs we beenknow today,shot Walt through Disney sports stars move into com- Anderson, 12, is the daughter also considered the names Chesty, The Christmas song “Sil- time Super Bowl-ring holder is going theTubby, chest. Burpy, Deafy, Hickey, Wheezy Hollywood.mentary The and42-year-old hosting quarsports- of “Resident Evil” star Milla and Before Awful. settling on the Sev- ver Bells” was originally terback shows,has already the launchedsix-time his Superpro- Jovovich. The 1991 “Hook,” en• A Dwarfs study showed we that know customers today, in a called “Tinkle Bells” until duction Bowl-ringcompany, 199 holder Productions, is going to with Williams as Pe- bookstore were 3.48 times more likely Waltto peruse Disney romantic booksalso ifconsid- the store co-composer Jay Livings-

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The cleaner c 00 in eares cal apparatus, astronomical will damage the wood. Snd nc devices and medical instru- c 00 in eares ments. Artifi cial lighting is Snd nc signifi cant, since its beginning Page 16 The Quincy Sun Thursday, April 2, 2020 Real Estate

Quincy Real Estate Transactions March 23 - March 27 Transactions are compiled by the Norfolk County Registry of Deeds SELLER BUYER AMOUNT ADDRESS Galvcon Development LLC Yiling & Alvin Zhou $734,900.00 2 Cliveden Street Unit 501E DPC Properties LLC Jonathan & Kristin Bohall $510,000.00 222-224 Newbury Avenue Unit 3 97 Atlantic LLC Meng Xun & Jinyong Feng $560,000.00 97 Atlantic Street Unit 4 Maria Turchinetz & Robert F. Stenberg; Dena & Stephen J. Kearney Yong Q. Zeng & Xue Q. Zou $1,080,000.00 66 Willow Street Glenna O’Halloran & Scott LaClair Alan Yu $421,000.00 999 Hancock Street Unit 308 Edward Carvalho Aliosha & Majlinda Milo $280,000.00 133 Comdr. Shea Blvd. Unit 319 Joan W. Gallagher Evhen & Zina Kondratiuk $460,000.00 46-48 Apthrop Street Oubo & Jinqing Huang Mulgrew LLC $906,000.00 43 Whitney Road John J. & Christine M. Pasteris Gina Evans $699,900.00 32 Samoset Avenue AP03 Management LLC/Faxon Development Nominee Trust David Keirstead & Yiran Zhang $550,000.00 150 Quincy Avenue Uni 3B DPC Properties LLC Riza Salazar $515,000.00 222-224 Newbury Avenue Unit 1 Kevin J. & Breelin D. O’Hara Manuel A. & Marysusan Tavares $410,000.00 328 Copeland Street Unit 1D Jie Cao William Mahoney & Scott M. Morrison $325,000.00 165 Unit C48 Geraldine A. Contrino Revocable Trust of 2010 Charleen M. Tan & Jingnan Shi $555,000.00 108 Franklin Avenue Inthearena LLC Joann R. Casinelli $463,000.00 96 Avenue Unit 96 Deutsche Bank National Trust Company William Griffin $580,650.00 9 Lafayette Sreet U.S. Bank Trust N.A. Xia Zhong $370,000.00 90 Quincy Shore Drive Unit 710 Marie DeLuca Realty Trust Joan W. Gallagher $385,000.00 11 Dorchester Street Unit 11-3 Lauren Mastrocola & Jeffrey S. Mather Christopher C. Veale $440,000.00 100 Marina Drive Unit 406 Norfolk County Registry Of Deeds Ask Barbara Graceffa Redecorating Advice Building Closed To The Public To Refresh Home The Norfolk County liam O’Donnell announced “The various entities Deeds are a result of deal- I am in dire need of a decorating diversion to refresh Registry of Deeds Building March 20th. housed within the Regis- ing with the impacts of CO- my home during the pandemic. Other than online shop- has been closed to the pub- In a message emailed try of Deeds Building are VID-19 (coronavirus). The ping for new items, what advice can you offer to redeco- lic, Register of Deeds Wil- March 20, O’Donnell said: operating with their own chief concern is the health, rate? Phyllis employees. The Registry of safety and welfare of our This time of social distancing brings a new meaning to Deeds operations in-house employees, their families 49 Beale St., Quincy, MA 02170 cabin fever, doesn’t it? 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Remember be utilized by filers of real ments get recorded, thus Short Sales and Rentals to keep traffic patterns in mind and allow at least 24-36” estate documents. carrying out an integral role wide paths for ease of movement. Or try swopping things Annex ReAl estAte school “Please note that docu- the Registry of Deeds has in Offering Salesperson’s, Broker’s and Continuing Ed. classes between rooms. For example, swop rugs, curtains, lamps, ments that are going to be the real estate economy. art, mirrors, pillows and the other home décor you can eas- “still numbeR one” recorded as a ‘walk-in’ will “Thank you for your un- ily move on your own or with the help of one other person. be utilizing a drop off pro- derstanding and patience Don’t be afraid to think outside the box, too. Swop your end cedure. All of these proce- as we all work through table and nightstand for a different look. 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For Your Safety, All City Buildings Will Be Closed To The Public Beginning on Tuesday, March 17. Business to be conducted online or via phone. Please find the phone numbers for city departments listed below.

City Hall Kennedy Center

Clerk’s Office: 617-376-1131 Health Department: 617-376-1272 Human Resources: 617-376-1065 Department of Elder Services: 617-376-1506 Treasurer/Collector: 617-376-1089 Assessors: 617-376-1170 Mayor’s Office: 617-376-1990 Department of Natural Resources

Parks: 617-376-1251 Veterans’ Services Recreation: 617-376-1393 Forestry: 617-376-1251 Phone: 617-376-1191 Cemetery: 617-376-1295

Emergency Management Coddington Building

Phone: 617-376-1105 School Department: 617-984-8700 Information Technology: 617-376-1120 Planning Department: 617-376-1362 55 Sea Street Thomas Crane Public Library DPW: 617-376-1959 Sewer Water Billing: 617-376-1910 www.thomascranelibrary.org Sewer Water Emergency: 617-376-1910 Inspectional Services: 617-376-1456 Traffic & Parking: 617-376-1478

Please visit www.QuincyMA.gov for more information or to email these departments.