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Illegal Gun, Drugs off our Streets: Kudos to South Boston Law Enforcement Delegation Calls f you follow news in the For Public Apology neighborhood as well as Iread the official reports released by the BPD, you are aware that last Saturday, Jan- uary 25th, the Boston Police from our own C-6 unit, in co- operation with the FBI, made an arrest of a 15 year old male suspect in possession of a loaded illegal handgun and some dangerous illegal drugs. that our neighborhood has It happened in the area of 91 going for it while so many O’Callaghan Way. others unfortunately do not, Law enforcement should be is the willingness of residents commended for their efforts to cooperate with police with that brought excellent results the goal of ridding our town in the ongoing battle to keep of the scourge of drug deal- South Boston’s streets safe. ers and possible gang style Yet unofficial reports tell activity. And this is why we this newspaper that this one continue to stress the impor- arrest of the above mentioned tance of making those calls suspect could be just the tip to police, anonymously if of the iceberg and that armed you prefer, when you have adult drug dealers, believed to knowledge of, or even suspect be organized, could be pulling criminal activity is taking the strings of young offend- place in your area. ers and are constantly work- It is cooperation with law ing to recruit more teens to enforcement that has helped do their dirty work for them. put dangerous people in jail This is something all parents in the past here in Southie, it should be aware of and on the was cooperation that played lookout for. some role in last Saturday’s Activity like this is certain- arrest and it will be that same ly not happening just in South type of cooperation that will Boston. In point of fact, it continue to help keep resi- happens in every major city dents safe in the future. Once and so many suburban loca- again: Please, if you see tions as well. But something something, say something.

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look at the calendar tells exactly what Tom McGrath does. celebration that brings in and en- Guaranteed, your efforts will be us that we are now mov- Some of our newer residents who tertains very often far more than a appreciated as well. A ing into February – al- are not yet familiar with his good million people over the 2-3 week In closing, some might be won- ready. And as we all know, and as work will soon hear of him and period. Tom McGrath (and oth- dering why there was none of the your inquiries by letters, emails, really should make an effort to ers who will be mentioned in the usual Conservative-leaning politi- phone calls, texts and social get to know the guy. You’ll be coming weeks) is such a person cal commentary like there usu- media questions to this newspa- impressed. Along with being a and his efforts are very much ap- ally is in this space most weeks. per also remind us as you seek good family man and a long-time preciated. And for those of you Well, whether it causes you to be information on coming festivities, coach and organizer dedicated to who might find yourselves with pleasantly surprised or very disap- we are a little over a month away providing constructive opportuni- some free time on your hands, pointed, not to worry and don’t get from St. Patrick’s Day/Evacua- ties to neighborhood youth, he is why not volunteer some of that used to it. This week will be one tion Day events. Some of your the president of the South Boston spare time to help with one or two of those rare exceptions. As the questions of course are: Will Citizen’s Association (SBCA); of the events that might hold your saying goes, “Sometimes the oc- everything go on as tradition has the organization which puts on interest? As stated, there is some- casional deviation from the norm dictated for well over a hundred much of the holiday celebrations. thing for everyone coming up. serves to sharpen the blade.” years? What is the date of each McGrath and the great volunteers event? Where will the celebra- from the SBCA along with the tions be held and an array of other South Boston Allied War Veterans questions. The good news for start preparing for this sometimes Let Our Family Help Your Family those who look forward to this as early as late summer. It should time of year is yes, everything is be noted also that Tom McGrath’s still on. The date of the parade is work as a volunteer dedicated to CASPER Sunday, March 15th and consis- this town started back when he Funeral & Cremations Services tent announcements will be com- himself was just a kid. Established tiredin 1930 of watching the preening ing out soon with schedules and Tom McGrath and the member- egotists on stage and their politi- information about all the other ship at SBCA focus not just on Serving Families with Dignity and Respect cal preaching. But there is hope for big plans. events for adults, but also make through the toughestmovie of lovers times who forare also tired of all As most know, the coming sure that there is plenty of activi- over 80 theyears left-wing propaganda being put celebration and lineup of events ties for the young people of the out by Hollywood. The new Rambo takes a lot of planning and hard community including both boys Home of Personal Service movie, starring of course Sylvester work. It also takes dedicated vol- and girls of every age. Sport- Pre-Planning Specialists Stallone, called ‘Last Blood’ is said to unteers to pull it all off and make ing events and contests are many. be outstanding. It is action packed but everything go as planned. And There is the swim competition, the also sends a message about the danger that’s the first topic of this week’s Boxing Show in cooperation with Casper’s specializes in of open borders. The film critics hate column. To say South Boston is Peter Welch’s Gym, Ice O Rama Massachusetts Cremation Services & it and are melting down because of fortunate to have people who put at the Murphy Rink, Basketball Veteran Services that message, but the viewers love it. I their lives almost on hold each Throw and more. But in addition highly recommend it. year to put everything together is to athletic contests there is also Please visit our website for an understatement. Leading up to the educational, like the Essay information you may find the big day, South Boston Today and Poster Contest that has local helpful during a time of need will highlight some of the people kids doing historical research. And who make it all happen. there is much MUCH more. www.casperfuneralservices.com And this week, I’d like to make Again, the point here is that mention of a true Southie hero and ours is a neighborhood that is Casper Funeral Home yes, workaholic, Tom McGrath. very fortunate to have dedicated 187 Dorchester Street David Casper Those of you who have lived in people living here willing to take South Boston, MA 02127 Funeral Directors: this community for many years on the massive responsibilities of 617-269-1930 Joe, Dave & Ken Casper and even all of your life know putting on a nearly month long 4 SOUTHBOSTONTODAY • www.southbostontoday.com January 30, 2020

MAYOR WALSH RECOMMENDS 40 PROJECTS, OVER $24 MILLION FOR COMMUNITY PRESERVATION ACT (CPA) FUNDING The projects will be submitted to the Boston City Council for approval with an anticipated vote in the coming weeks

ayor Martin J. Walsh and reduction in the interest rate of a 30- manent community garden and commercial kitchen the City’s Community year fixed-rate mortgage for Bosto- neighborhood plaza after serving • $1,500,000 to the Fountain Hill Preservation Committee nians buying within city limits as an informal gardening space for development, creating 26 affordable M(CPC) yesterday recommended 40 CHARLESTOWN several years homeownership opportunities in the projects, totaling more than $24 mil- • $400,000 to the John F. Kennedy • $20,000 to First Parish Dorches- Tommy’s Rock neighborhood lion, for inclusion in the next round Family Services Center to restore ter, built in 1897, to remove and • $750,000 to 2147 Washington for the Community Preservation the slate roof and prevent water restore the Palladian window and Street in Nubian Square to contrib- Act (CPA) funding. The CPC held damage to the historic school build- complete the window restoration on ute to the fund to build eight new a public meeting yesterday to vote ing that provides child care, after the only Colonial-Revival clapboard affordable homeownership units for on the Mayor’s recommended slate school, and senior services meetinghouse in Boston first-time homebuyers of projects for funding. The projects • $20,000 to the USS Constitution EAST BOSTON • $1,000,000 to the Madison Park will be submitted to the Boston City Museum to protect its collections by • $400,000 to purchase the Don- Community Development Corpo- Council for approval with an antici- relocating the ald McKay House, a Greek Revival ration to contribute to the fund to pated vote from the Council in the CHINATOWN style house built in 1844 by Donald build 15 new affordable units for coming weeks. • $1,000,000 to the Parcel P-12C McKay, the country’s premier clip- first-time homebuyers at 75-81 Dud- “We’re in the middle of a housing development on 290 Tremont Street per ship designer, to preserve as a ley Street. The units are part of a 20- crisis that requires bold and creative that will provide 58 rental units, community asset unit, 100 percent affordable project solutions,” said Mayor Walsh. “I’m including 11 units set aside for ROXBURY recently approved by the BPDA at proud that through this new round formerly homeless individuals and • $150,000 to the Egleston Peace this location of funding, we are dedicating the families. The units will be part of a Park to renovate this heavily used SOUTH BOSTON majority of this funding round to larger proposed mixed-use afford- community space for arts, passive • $150,000 to Barnard Place to affordable housing projects. All of able housing project on a Boston use, and neighborhood events create a small park with planting these proposals will support our Planning & Development Agency • $250,000 to Oasis @ Bartlett beds, benches, and a bocce court community in countless ways. We (BPDA) owned parking lot to create a new arts park for the • $75,000 to the Kearsarge Memo- look forward to continuing to use • $500,000 to the Asian Com- community and for the residents of rial in Marine Park to replace the this revenue to build on our work re- munity Development Corporation Bartlett Yard, a new affordable hous- crumbling base and missing inter- lated to affordable housing, historic to purchase a vacant lot near the ing community near Nubian Square pretive plaque, and restore the 1898 preservation and open space.” Chinatown Gate and Rose Ken- • $40,000 to the Shirley-Eustis anchor honoring naval veterans of With this funding round, the City nedy Greenway for transformation House to restore the wood shingle the USS Kearsarge, a class of battle- of Boston will have awarded over into a neighborhood garden and roof of the 1806 Carriage House ships including one active ship in $67 million to support projects in gathering space to enhance its functionality as an service today every neighborhood since residents DORCHESTER accessible space for education, ABOUT THE COMMUNITY voted to adopt the Community • $800,000 to Norwell Street Park programs, and community use at the PRESERVATION ACT (CPA) Preservation Act in 2016. After a to build a new park on four parcels Georgian house museum After Boston voters adopted the thorough review process of the ap- of open space adjacent to Talbot Av- • $400,000 to the Nubian Gallery CPA in November 2016, the City plications received, the following enue Station on the Fairmount Line to restore the neo-Classical facade created a Community Preservation projects are being recommended • $250,000 to the Franklin Field of the former Hamill Gallery on a Fund. This fund is capitalized primar- for funding: Seniors Garden to build a new surviving 19th-century commercial ily by a one percent property tax- CITYWIDE community garden for residents of block in the Dudley Station Historic based surcharge on residential and • $4,000,000 for the Acquisition Franklin Field and surrounds District business property tax bills that began Opportunity Program to prevent • $400,000 to restore the steeple • $250,000 to the Dr. Marie E. Za- in July 2017. The City uses this reve- displacement by purchasing existing of the Second Church in Dorchester, krzewska Building to continue restora- nue to fund initiatives consistent with private market rental units and mak- one of the oldest wooden churches tion of the historic windows, so that the statewide CPA guidelines: affordable ing them permanently affordable, left in Boston, built in 1806 and Dimock Center can create a residential housing, historic preservation, and both protecting current tenants and home to a Paul Revere bell recovery program in the space for men open space and public recreation. safeguarding the City’s affordable • $730,000 to the Dr. William W. with substance use disorder The funding of any project requires housing stock Henderson Inclusion School for a • $400,000 to the Eliot Congre- a recommendation from the Com- • $4,000,000 for the ONE+Boston new, fully accessible playground and gational Church, built in 1873, to munity Preservation Committee and program to help income-eligible school yard on its lower campus restore the facade and roof in prepa- appropriation by the City. For more first-time homebuyers receive down- • $150,000 to the Magnolia ration for reuse of the underutilized information, please visit the Commu- payment assistance and a permanent Street Garden to develop a per- spaces as affordable housing and a nity Preservation webpage. January 30, 2020 SOUTHBOSTONTODAY • www.southbostontoday.com 5

REP. BIELE VOTES IN SUPPORT OF LEGISLATION TO EXPAND ACCESS TO SCHOOL BREAKFAST AND NUTRITION

ecently, Representative schools the flexibility to use the model programs that support the health, David Biele joined his col- that best suits its students, such as: wellbeing and academic success of Rleagues in the House of Rep- breakfast in the classroom, grab and the Commonwealth’s most vulner- resentatives in unanimously passing go breakfast, or second chance break- able children. Providing breakfast to legislation to ensure Massachusetts’ fast in the cafeteria. students has been shown to improve students have access to breakfast af- “The evidence shows that students concentration, increase school at- ter the beginning of the instructional perform better at school when they’ve tendance and decrease tardiness and day, while supporting the health and eaten a nutritious breakfast, unfortu- visits to the school nurse. It also serves education of the Commonwealth’s nately one in eight students in Massa- to destigmatize traditional school most vulnerable students. chusetts struggle with food insecurity breakfast programming by supporting The legislation, entitled An Act and start the day hungry,” said Rep. an all-inclusive schoolwide option. Regarding Breakfast After the Bell, Biele. “This legislation will ensure The bill also directs DESE to issue requires public schools where 60 that every student has access to break- guidance or regulations in order to percent or more of the students are fast so that they are well-fed and ready implement programming, allowing eligible for free or reduced-price lunch to learn, leading to better outcomes in for consultation with nonprofit or- to offer its students breakfast options the classroom with increased atten- ganizations with experience regard- after classes begin. The legislation tiveness and participation, and better ing the opportunity gap, hunger and Similar legislation recently passed will increase access to healthy break- overall health in our students.” food security issues, and best prac- the Massachusetts Senate and next fast for 150,000 low-income students This legislation builds on the tices for improving student access to steps will involve reconciling differ- in the Commonwealth and provides House’s ongoing efforts to prioritize school breakfast. ences in the two pieces of legislation.

House Speaker DeLeo Congratulates Tommy Lyons Named Board Chairman for Chelsea Soldiers Home

here are some people who are well dent of the Boston Semper Fidelis Society, which known for all the great work they do on every November hosts the nation’s largest annual T behalf of others. And when it comes Marine Corps Birthday luncheon from which to working for the good cause of assisting our proceeds benefit veterans and their families nation’s veterans, one of the names that always through various programs and scholarships. stands out is of course Thomas ‘Tommy’ Lyons. In 2014, he was honored by the Marine Corps The Speaker of the Massachusetts House, Rob- Scholarship Foundation for his many years of ert DeLeo, has now congratulated him for yet work on behalf of veterans their families. The the latest honor bestowed on this good man. Tommy Lyons Scholarship was created in his Tom Lyons is now the Board Chairman of name for the child of a Marine Corps or Navy the Chelsea Soldiers Home. If you’ve ever Corpsmen veteran. travelled along Massachusetts Route 1 north- Lyons is a former Vice President of External bound, you’ve seen the Chelsea Soldiers Affairs at MassHousing. He spent 10 years as Home on the right-hand side, positioned ma- Boston’s Deputy Commissioner for Veterans jestically on the hillside. It will now have the and seven years as Executive Director of the expertise and professionalism of Tom Lyons New England Center for Veterans before joining to help oversee and assist with the excellent MassHousing. He was chairman of the com- job the facility does on behalf of the veterans mittees for the Congressional Medal of Honor who reside there. Society’s annual conventions in Boston in 2001, Tom Lyons is a well known and well liked 2006 and 2015. awarding funding for the upkeep, maintenance native of South Boston, a Marine Corps veteran In 2012, Lyons was appointed as Chairman or repair of veteran or war memorials within the of the Vietnam War and has provided decades of of the Massachusetts Veteran and War Memo- Commonwealth.’’ In 2011, Lyons was appointed distinguished service to veterans and veterans’ rial Commission. The five-member commission, to a national advisory committee on homeless causes. He is a founding member of the com- created by the Legislature through the Acts of veterans by former U.S. Secretary of Veterans mittee that created the South Boston Vietnam 2012, is charged with evaluating and making Affairs Eric K. Shinseki. By any standard, this Veterans Memorial and the founder and presi- recommendations “on an equitable method for is an impressive resume of public service. 6 SOUTHBOSTONTODAY • www.southbostontoday.com January 30, 2020

Mrs. Doyle received a Bachelor of This award is presented annually at Maura S. Science degree in Criminal Justice, the graduation ceremony to an indi- cum laude, from Northeastern Univer- vidual who demonstrates outstanding Doyle, Clerk of sity in 1977 and a Juris Doctor from achievement in a professional, reli- Suffolk University School of Law in gious or civic field of endeavor. the Supreme 1981. She has been a member of the Mrs. Doyle lives in Dorchester with bar since 1981. Before joining the her husband, Attorney Frank Doyle. Judicial Court, SJC’s Clerk’s office in 1992 as an As- They have three grown children. sistant Clerk, she was a civil litigator in “The executive board and I look the state and federal courts for 11 years forward to working with Maura, Named 2020 and served as an adjunct professor at to ensure once again the success of Suffolk University Law School. this unique community celebration, SBCA General Mrs. Doyle is a guest lecturer at bar the commemoration of the British association meetings across the state, evacuation of Boston in 1776,” said Chairwoman MCLE and CPCS training sessions South Boston Citizens’ Association and law school forums. She is cur- President Tom McGrath. “Every- lerk of the Supreme Judicial Maura S. Doyle as Clerk of the Su- rently a member of the SJC’s Stand- one is aware of her commitment and Court, Maura S. Doyle will preme Judicial Court for the County ing Advisory Committee on Civil and genuine devotion to South Boston Cserve as General Chairwoman of Suffolk. On Oct. 21, 1996, Mrs. Appellate Rules, the SJC’s Informa- Community. She has been an active of this year’s Evacuation Day activi- Doyle was sworn in and became the tion Technology Steering Commit- participant in the South Boston Citi- ties, which will begin with the Jimmy first woman to hold this position since tee for the Appellate Courts, and the zens Association from the early days Flaherty Kick-Off Breakfast on its inception in 1693. And on Nov. SJC’s Standing Advisory Committee of past Presidents Tommy Butler and Saturday, Feb. 29 at 10 a.m at the 3, 1998, she became the first woman on Professionalism. She is currently Bernie O’Donnell. She has been as- Seapoint Restaurant, where the pre- elected to Suffolk county-wide office. a member of the Board of Directors sisting the Executive Board with all sentation of the Henry Knox Unsung As Clerk, Maura Doyle is responsi- and Vice President of The Catholic the behind the scenes work that helps Hero awards will be presented. ble for the management of the court’s Lawyers Guild of the Archdiocese put on these events for the past 25 The Breakfast will be followed by single justice caseload, which is com- of Boston, a member of the Nation- years. Her dedication to the South a host of community events which in- prised of petitions seeking relief of al Conference of Appellate Court Boston Citizens’ Association and the clude The Senior Salute, 11 a.m. - 1 lower court rulings under the SJC’s Clerks, and a member of the Board neighborhood of South Boston are p.m. (Sponsored by Mayor Walsh and superintendency power and various of Harbor Health Services, Inc. greatly appreciated. We are honored the SBCA) on March 7 at St. Peter’s rules of court; bail reviews; appeals In 1998, she was inducted into the to list her as a member, and even Lower Church Hall, and the 140th from State registration boards and YWCA’s Boston Academy of Wom- prouder to name her this year’s Gen- Annual Evacuation Day Banquet agencies; and all matters concern- en Achievers for her demonstrated eral Chairwoman. She may even tell on Friday, March 13 at the South ing the admission of attorneys to the leadership and accomplishment in a joke or two.” Boston Convention Center. Please Massachusetts Bar, as well as, attor- her work and community. In May of While the citizens of South Boston note that with the St. Patrick’s/Evacua- ney discipline. 1999, Mrs. Doyle was named as the see the three weeks of celebration with tion Day Parade being held on Sunday, In addition to managing the Court’s recipient of The McDermott Award each year’s Evacuation Day, there are March 15, the Memorial Mass will be single justice caseload, Mrs. Doyle has for her outstanding alumni contri- another 12-15 weeks of preparation to at 9 a.m. followed by the Historical been credited with instituting numer- bution by Suffolk University Law put it all together. Exercises at The Dorchester Heights ous management initiatives to improve School’s Student Bar Association. “Maura works side by side with oth- Monument on Tuesday, March 17. the operation of the Clerk’s office, in- On June 2, 2000, she was presented er dedicated SBCA members in those On Oct. 7, 1996, the Justices of the creasing the public’s access to court re- with the 2000 Alumni Achievement hectic weeks, licking stamps, mak- Supreme Judicial Court announced cords and modernizing the storage and Award at Pope John XXIII High ing phone calls and doing whatever it their unanimous decision to appoint retrieval of County Court records. School’s Commencement ceremony. takes,” said McGrath.

Coronavirus continued from front page virus after they recently traveled Centers for Disease Control and The CDC is now beefing up unequivocally affirm that those to Wuhan and developed respira- Prevention. And while some screening at 15 more “quaran- travelers from the Wuhan area tory symptoms. Health officials other viruses are known to occa- tine stations” around the country, have not traveled through other stressed Tuesday that the risk to sionally spread before symptoms airports and other places where parts of China to travel here. Americans so far is very low. For are obvious — such as the flu — health workers regularly check ar- China has confirmed more than “the individual American, this health officials say that’s far less riving travelers for signs of illness. 4,500 people with the new illness, should not be an impact on their of a concern than the obviously But travelers may not be sick right which can cause pneumonia, and day-to-day life,” Health and Hu- contagious patients. then, CDC’s Dr. Nancy Messon- more than 100 deaths. So far, there man Services Secretary Alex Azar The CDC already has been check- nier said. The screenings also are are five confirmed patients in the told reporters. ing arrivals at five U.S. airports an opportunity to educate travelers U.S., and no sign that they have While reports from China sug- that once had direct flights from the that if they develop symptoms — spread the illness to anyone around gest that people there may have hardest-hit section of China. While such as fever or a cough — after them. They had all traveled to the spread the illness before showing China has instituted broad travel returning from the outbreak zone, center of the outbreak. symptoms, there is no evidence bans, people who had been in other they should contact their doctor, Two people in New Hampshire of that in the U.S., stressed Dr. parts of China still may be arriving she said. That’s exactly what the are undergoing tests for corona- Robert Redfield, director of the via other countries. first two U.S. patients did. January 30, 2020 SOUTHBOSTONTODAY • www.southbostontoday.com 7

SENATOR COLLINS VOTES TO ADVANCE BUS IMPROVEMENT LEGISLATION All MBTA Buses to be Zero-Emissions by 2040 ast week, the Senate Committee on asthma rates, and quality of life. The bill calls Ways and Means advanced a series for a fully emissions-free bus fleet by 2040. L of bills aimed at addressing climate “Reducing emissions and improving air quality change and reducing emissions. Included in in our communities is a top priority,” said Senator the package was S.2476, An Act to Accelerate Nick Collins, who voted for the measure. “Chil- the Transition of Cars, Trucks, and Buses to dren, seniors, and persons with asthma and other Carbon-Free Power. respiratory conditions are impacted every days This legislation directs the MBTA to limit by growing vehicle emissions in the city, and this purchases and leases of buses in its fleet to legislation is a big step forward to reducing that, zero-emissions vehicles by 2030. That means and protecting our environment.” vehicles to do the same. The full Senate plans to more effective vehicles that do not contribute The legislation also requires all state vehicles take up this bill, and several other climate bills to environmental pollution in our communi- to be zero-emissions starting in 2024, and stud- as part of a Next-Generation Climate debate on ties, and ultimately improves our air quality, ies the feasibility of require public municipal Thursday, January 30.

in the City of Boston: January Councilor Flynn Files New Hearing Orders is designated as National Braille Focused on Traffic, Public Safety, Census Outreach, and Disability Rights Literacy Month to promote and raise awareness of the impor- ouncilor Flynn is fil- dents involving five deaths at the tance of the Braille code to the ing four new matters at Renaissance Park Garage, all of blind and visually impaired C this week’s Boston City them suspected suicides. An- community. Braille literacy is Council meeting, including three other person tried to jump from an important way for those with hearing orders and one resolu- a six-story garage in Brighton visual disabilities to attain inde- tion. These matters reflect some earlier this month. These tragic pendence and employment, yet of the important issues facing incidents have called attention to in recent years, Braille literacy the city, including: the security at high rise garages has fallen among the blind and Hearing to discuss establish- in the city, as well as suicide those with visual disabilities as ing a traffic master plan for prevention resources for those a result of increased reliance on South Boston: In partnership in distress. In partnership with audio and text-to-speech tech- with Councilor Michael Fla- Councilor Kim Janey, the hear- nology. This resolution affirms herty, the Councilors call for a ing order calls for a discussion the City Council’s support for hearing on the establishment of on how the city should work with the blind and visually impaired a traffic master plan for South parking garage operators to pre- community and recognizes and Boston to assess the neighbor- vent tragedies like those that oc- honors January as Braille Litera- hood’s short-term and long- curred at the Renaissance Garage cy Month in the City of Boston. term transportation needs and from happening again, as well as “The matters that I filed this capacity. South Boston is in the ensuring access to mental health week at the City Council reflect midst of a development boom resources and counseling. like immigrants, non-English some of my top priorities, such with large developments on all Hearing to discuss ways to speakers, students, and rent- as quality of life issues like major corridors, and the added promote a complete and accu- ers are included in the census transportation and public safety, density and people will greatly rate count of the 2020 Census count. The census will also de- as well as ensuring an accurate impact traffic and transporta- in the City of Boston: The 2020 termine the number of congres- count of the 2020 Census, and tion in South Boston. A South Census will be critical in deter- sional seats in our state, as well bringing awareness to disability Boston traffic master plan will mining how federal funds are as the boundaries of local, state, rights,” said Councilor Flynn. “I help the city and residents bet- distributed in our community, and federal legislative districts. want to thank Councilors Fla- ter understand the potential including benefits for SNAP, With Councilor Michelle Wu herty, Janey, and Wu on partner- impact of upcoming develop- Medicare, Section 8, Head as the co-sponsor, the hearing ing with me on these hearing ments on traffic and congestion Start, and many other federal will discuss ways and resources orders, and look forward to our for the neighborhood. programs. Boston is ranked as needed to ensure a complete continued work on these issues.” Hearing to discuss security at the ninth hardest to count in the and accurate count of the 2020 For more information, please high-rise garages in the City of list of 100 largest cities, and the Census in Boston. contact Councilor Flynn’s office Boston: Over a period of seven city must do what it can to en- Resolution recognizing Na- at 617-635-3203 or Ed.Flynn@ months, there were three inci- sure hard to count communities tional Braille Literacy Month Boston.gov. 8 SOUTHBOSTONTODAY • www.southbostontoday.com January 30, 2020

enjoy the Big Game a lot more if Sunday, a bottle or two of this one will you’ve got some good food and a big really add to the enjoyment. The wine or two to go with it. Here are 2017 Aviary Vineyards, “Birds of some suggestions- Prey” Red Blend, Napa, California, 2016 The Calling, Cabernet Sauvi- is inspired by the guardians of its gnon, Sonoma , Alexander Valley, vineyards. Owls at night and raptors Wine is a wine that you can drink now throughout the day, birds of prey hunt through 2028. It’s a full-bodied and in the vines, allowing staff to natu- BBQ will all be memorable with well-structured wine with definite rally manage the vineyards without this one on the table! dark fruit notes and a nose of black- pesticides. As a result, this wine is 2017 Sean Minor Chardonnay, Guy currant, spice and a hint of vanilla. big, bold, and balanced. It offers Sonoma Coast, California, ($18.99), It’s a flexible food wine-big enough a memorable profile of chocolate, is, in a word, vibrant! This 100% for a roast but able to be enjoyed caramel, roasted nuts, strawberry pre- Chardonnay wine was made from Big Game, with game day finger foods like beef serve, and nougat with a big mouth- grapes that were 100% whole-cluster and cheese egg rolls, filet puffs with feel. A beautiful wine to be enjoyed pressed, then fermented in French mushroom paste or duck confit. now or aged for up to 10 years. oak barrels (20% new), and aged in Big Wines Peter Lehmann, “ The Barossan” 2018 Cambria Vineyards, “Julia’s French oak barrels for 10 months be- Shiraz, 2015 Syrah/Shiraz Barossa, Vineyard” Pinot Noir, Santa Ma- fore bottling. You’ll catch distinctive kay, so it’s not as exciting South Australia, has a smooth berry ria Valley, California, is an elegant aromas of lemon, cut apple, green as it would be if the Pats nose, creamy texture, lively acidity, and expression of this valley’s rich, apple and white peach, as well as were in it, but still, I think bright berry and plum flavors; it’s juicy, robust soil and microclimate. This plums and olives. The palate is herbal Oit’s going to be a pretty good game. fresh, and has a long, lingering finish. one has ripe blackberry and blue- and floral, with notes of apples, pears Garoppolo and Mahomes are two It’s grown in Australia’s Barossa Valley berry flavors, followed by notes of and citrus peel. Tremendous for a names that are going to be heard from ,home to some of the most famous cranberry, cherry and pomegran- wide array of halftime foods! in this league for some time to come. labels in the country. If you’re having ate, all in a chewy, lingering finish. Talk To The Wine Guy at Another thing for sure is that you’ll any Thai or Chinese at halftime this Lamb, game birds and pulled pork [email protected] C-O-N-D-O-N-B-I-N-G-O- K-i-c-k-O-f-f! ast Saturday, the staff of President Mark McGonagle was on Condon served coffee, donuts and Stay tuned and look for the BCYF and the Condon hand to help Debbie Flaherty call pizza. Lots of laughs and calls of date in March for the St. Pat- Community Center Coun- out the numbers loud and clear. Bingo were heard throughout the rick’s Day Bingo! Barbara Ca- cilL held its first Bingo! The event State Rep. Biele was in attendance event. It’s a great way to spend the puto Kelly promises good craic, was sponsored by Stephen Mulrey to assist with BINGO callbacks. day with friends and family and fun and maybe a few pots of gold of Amrheins Restaurant. Council Young volunteer members of the win cash and gift cards. from the leprechauns! January 30, 2020 SOUTHBOSTONTODAY • www.southbostontoday.com 9

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“Stretch” Walsh Community Metro Energy Club guard, Sean bassi and Joey Hamilton scored six Gatey Center, the Boston Home Inspec- Grant, hit a three-pointer with three points apiece. tors Club captured the cadet house seconds remaining in regulation, Coach Jake Harrison was proud of league title. It was done in exciting to tie it up, 45-45. In OT, Conor his hoop warriors. Hoop fashion, as the BHI Club won in Strickland scored on two lay-ups “Jerry (O’Neil) and Tristen overtime, 55-50, against the Metro and hit all six of his free throw at- (Pecevich) came up with big Energy Club. Conor Strickland tempts to seal the deal. rebounds throughout the season,” Notes was SBT’s MVP, netting 32 points, To round out the scoring, BHI said Coach Harrison. “Chris (Ho- scoring all ten of his team’s points Club forward, Tristen Pecevich, sea) and Cormac (Lafferty) hit in overtime. scored 10 points including one some big three-pointers along the Boston Home The Metro Energy Club took an three-pointer. Frailyn Suazo and way each week. Inspectors Club early lead, 14-9, but the Boston Chris Hosea had six and five “We survived a rough patch before Home Inspectors Club clawed points respectively. For the Metro the playoffs began,” he added. “But Wins Cadet Title back in the game. BHI Club guard, Energy Club, Owen “The Gun- they all played well when it counted. Conor Strickland, scored five slinger” Donovan scored 17 points In the final game Conor (Strickland) By Kevin Devlin unanswered points to give his team including two three-pointers. Terry took over and was unstoppable. The ast Sunday, January 26, a 23-20 advantage at the break. In Markos had 11 points including younger players also stepped up hit- at the McDonough gym the second half, the Boston Home two treys from downtown. Sean ting some key baskets. And we came Llocated within the James Inspectors led late in the game, but Grant had 10 points, Eddie Tira- out on top.”

Pictured is the 2020 cadet house league finalists, the METRO ENERGY Pictured is the 2020 cadet house league champions, the CLUB. coached by Chris DiMaggio. The Pictured is midget house BOSTON HOME INSPECTORS CLUB coached by Boston Latin players are; Sean Grant, Owen Dono- league player and well-known varsity hoop player, Jake Harrison. The players are; Cormac van, Alex Polena, Terry Markos, Aidan gym rat, Anderson Wisniewski, Lafferty, Frailyn Suazo, Ryan Alexander, Tristren Pecevich, Coltan, Eddie Tirabassi, and Joey Ham- at the McDonough gym, hap- Chris Hosea, Jerry O’Neil, and Conor Strickland. Also pictured ilton. Also pictured is Gatey commis- pily watching the cadet house is Gatey commissioner, Sean Monahan. sioner, Sean Monahan. league championship game.

Pictured is BOSTON HOME INSPECTORS CLUB Pictured is Frailyn Suazo who plays on the cadet house league champion, Conor Strickland, BOSTON HOME INSPECTORS championship Pictured are game officials, James with Coach Jake Harrison. Conor was the MVP of team. He scored two timely three-pointers Donovan (on left) and Brad Hill. the championship game netting 32 points. to help his team win the title last Sunday. January 30, 2020 SOUTHBOSTONTODAY • www.southbostontoday.com 11

our home gym,” Lally added. “Show- were; Mike Caputo, Ken Conley, ing everyone that Gatey, without Tom Davenport, Mike Doyle, Danny Gatey Raises State doubt, has the best CYO basketball Doyle, Dennis Maginnis, Pat Lavey, program in the entire state.” John McDonough, Bobby McGarrell, Championship Banners Players on the 1977 sixteen and Brendan Flynn, and Mike McGough. under CYO state championship The coaches were Kevin Lally, Larry n Sunday evening, January hoop champions who are part of the team were; George Pike, Larry Lu- Davis, and Joseph “Joe” Kelly. 26, Gate of Heaven CYO Gatey championship legacy. cas, Bobby Kaufman, Jay Casey, Players on the 2019 sixteen held a banner-raising cer- “It was a tremendous night,” said Bobby Allen, Jim Connolly, David and under CYO state champion- Oemony at the McDonough gym. For- Gate of Heaven Athletic Director. Walker, Peter Yetman, Gerard ship team were; James Arlauskas, mer players, coaches, families and Kevin Lally. “It was great to see for- Doolin, Art Downey, Terry Gra- Michael Brooks, Paddy Craddock, friends gathered to witness the 1977, mer players and coaches. All of them ham, and Jack Hart. The coaches Jack McGinn, Chris Fitzgerald, 1983, and 2019 CYO state basket- are a credit to the program and to the were John “Injun” Horan and Kevin Cully, Ryan Hogan, Braeden ball championship banners being neighborhood they still call home. Kevin Cowell. Kennedy, and Jack Mathews. The raised to the roof. It was a wonderful “It was also great to raise three Players on the 1983 fourteen and coaches were Billy Watson and evening to honor these CYO state more state championship banners in under CYO state championship team Matt Hogan.

Pictured holding the 1977 SIXTEEN AND UNDER STATE CHAMPIONSHIP BANNER is Clerk of Suf- folk Superior Court and Gatey coach, Michael Donovan, Gatey fundraising guru, William “Touchie” McDonough, former State Senator Pictured are the players and coaches Pictured are the players and coaches of and 1977 state championship player, Jack Hart, of the 2019 SIXTEEN AND UNDER the 1983 FOURTEEN AND UDER STATE State Representative David Biele, and Kevin STATE CHAMPIONSHIP TEAM. CHAMPIONSHIP TEAM. Lally, Gate of Heaven CYO Athletic Director.

me. We are also assisted by a great Massport’s group of high school volunteers: Connor Strickland, Tommy White, Owen Donovan, Eddie Murray and Valued James Buzzell. The girls’ instructional program Support is run by Marie Laundry. They also have some outstanding high By Sean Monahan school students/alumni, teaching he Gate of Heaven CYO the girls every week which includes instructional basketball pro- Mary Kate Hart, Emily Harris, gram is funded by Massport. Jacqueline Beggan, and Rebecca YoungT boys and girls meet every Donovan. It’s quite impressive to Saturday morning from October see these teenagers giving up their until February and are taught basic Saturday mornings to volunteer. And basketball skills. First and second it’s extremely helpful because the graders learn how to dribble, pass, younger kids look up to their teen- Lally. “This is the feeder system for play for their high school teams. shoot and the basics of offense age mentors, hoping they will be all of our programs. The instruction- “I also need to mention the young and defense. The first grade boys just as good as them someday. al program teaches players the basic volunteers,” Lally concluded. “We start at 8:30 with the second grad- “We are grateful for Massport’s skills and gives them confidence to are very fortunate to have these ers coming in at 9:15. The boys’ support all these years which en- graduate to our older house leagues. dedicated volunteers…and it’s great instructional program is run by Mi- ables us to run this program,” said Additionally of the players decide to to see the teenagers giving back to chael Donovan, Fred Haddad and Gatey’s Athletic Director, Kevin play on our travel teams and often this program every Saturday.” 12 SOUTHBOSTONTODAY • www.southbostontoday.com January 30, 2020 Compass On The Bay Honors Veterans ompass On The Bay paid Allegiance. Ben Sears and Brad Con- Music is in the heart of all of us! ebration. This was another example tribute to their Veterans and ner entertained the crowd with songs After the tribute, Compass invited of Compass’ connecting to the South dedicated the newly created from George Gershwin and Irving Ber- the community to enjoy refreshments Boston neighborhood. Their summer ‘VeteransC Wall of Honor’ on Satur- lin from the post-WWI and WWII eras and mingle, while the residents were concert series is a popular evening day, January 25, 2020. and then transitioned into the all so fa- getting ready for their daily lunch. time entertainment program. South Boston’s Thomas Fitzgerald mous ‘Take Me Out To The Ballgame’. The management and staff of the This paper thanks Compass for tak- Post 561 Commander Tom McCarthy The audience was singing, clapping, Compass did a spectacular job in ing care of our seniors, veterans and started the event off with the Pledge of smiling and having a wonderful time. bringing the community into the cel- staying connected to the community. January 30, 2020 SOUTHBOSTONTODAY • www.southbostontoday.com 13

SBCA ANNOUNCES 244th EVACUATION Country. Essays should be at least 500 words. Prizes are as follows: First prize DAY ESSAY AND POSTER CONTESTS $100, Second prize $75, Third prize $25. Topic for Students in grades 9-12: outh Boston Citizens’ Asso- High school essay competition is open ciation President Tom McGrath to all students residing in Suffolk County has announced that, because of or attending a High School in Suffolk theS tremendous success of the past sev- County. Who was General John Thomas eral years’ contests, the Association, and what was his connection to Evacua- along with Mass Bay Credit Union and tion Day? Essays should be at least 1000 Comcast, will once again sponsor the words. Prizes are as follows: First prize 2020 Annual Essay and Poster Con- $150, Second prize $100, Third prize tests. After last year’s outstanding ef- $50. As in years past, the SBCA, Mass fort put forth by past President Bernie Bay CU, and Comcast are generously O’Donnell and his committee, he has sponsoring the competitions. All prizes expressed his interest in taking on the will be presented during the Historical challenge as Chairperson for this year’s Exercises on Tuesday, March 17, 2020 at Essay and Poster Contests. “Bernie al- out to the young children of this his- land, Dorchester Heights, L street Bath- Dorchester Heights, following the 9 a.m. ways taught me that these contests are tory-rich community and joining with house (Curley Rec. Center), Farragut Mass at St. Augustine’s Chapel, weather a great way to educate and strengthen the SBCA in promoting, organizing, Statue, The St. Patrick’s/Evacuation permitting. All entries should include, the interest of the children of the com- and judging the Evacuation Day Poster Day Parade, St. Augustine’s Chapel, in an attached envelope, the contestant’s munity,” said McGrath. “I was more and Essay Competitions is a most fit- etc. Posters should be original compo- name, school, and contact information, than pleased when Bernie offered to ting way to improve on that mission.” sitions in any medium at least “8 1/2 x and should be submitted no later than take on this event for the children of Poster Competition 11” but preferably larger. Prizes are as Friday, March 7, 2020, at 5 p.m. All en- South Boston. This year we will open The poster competition is open to all follows: First prize $100, Second prize tries can be mailed to South Boston Citi- up the High School competition to all students in grades 3,4, and 5 who are $75, and Third prize $25. zens’ Association, P.O. Box 74, South students residing in Suffolk County or either South Boston residents or any Essay Competition Boston, MA, 02127, or can be picked attending a school in Suffolk County.” student that attends a school in South Topic for Students in grades 6-8: The up at schools by a representative of the O’Donnell further expressed: “One of Boston. This year’s theme is Historic topic is Col. Henry Knox and his contri- Citizens’ Association. Entries can also be the missions of the SBCA is to reach South Boston. For Example: Castle Is- bution to Dorchester Heights and Our dropped off at 170 M Street. St. Peter Academy offers a Pre-K Preview! By Frank Galligan, learning: Language and Literacy, Social Principal of St. Peter Academy Studies, Science, Mathematics, the Arts, ou’re off to great places! Physical Development, and Social and Today is your day! Your Emotional Development. Furthermore, mountain is waiting, so and perhaps most importantly, to sup- “Yget on your way!” This exciting thought port the school’s mission of developing by Dr. Seuss is encouraged and lived the whole child, students participate in out each week in St. Peter Academy’s Physical Education, Visual Arts, Spanish, early childhood program! In addition and Music classes throughout the week. to a growing and reputable Toddler Students also enjoy trips to Tougas Farm, wing, the Pre-Kindergarten suite at St. visits to the Boston Children’s Museum Peter Academy offers rich academic and the Franklin Park Zoo, in addition to and social-emotional programming in a so much more! developmentally appropriate manner. See for yourself why there’s so much Through circle time, centers and small excitement surrounding our programs! group instruction, children learn the Prospective Pre-Kindergarten par- foundations, habits, and skills necessary ents and children are invited to a very for success in school and life! Teach- special “Teddy Bear Tea” at St. Peter ers utilize Eureka Math and the nation- Academy on Saturday, February 1, 2020 ally recognized “Opening the World of from 11AM – 12 PM. Bring a stuffed Learning” (OWL) curriculum. OWL animal friend with you to enjoy cook- offers research-based early literacy while ies, juice, and a fun story read by the incorporating content that captures chil- classroom teacher, Mrs. Carmen Pepin! dren’s natural curiosity about the world Reservations are required and can be into an activity-centered day. 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with thousands of revelers gather- ing alongside the L Street Brown- Paying It Forward At The ‘L’ ies and simultaneously running oday the L Street Brownie to the Scholarship Trust Fund who the tag line “Cleanliness of Body is into the freezing water as a way to organization presented a awards annual scholarships to South next to Godliness”. The first official ring in the New Year. According to generous donation to the Boston high school seniors based on New Year’s Day swim was in 1904 the founders and members of the SouthT Boston Sports Hall Of Fame community service, academic perfor- and has since been celebrated by L Street Brownies, the cold water Scholarship Trust Fund. Ed Johnson, mance and financial need. It’s our way Brownie members as well as other swim offers many physical and who represents the L Street Brown- of saying thank you to this wonder- community supporters and recog- mental benefits including a boost to ies said “Although the purpose of our ful community for the recognition nized nationally as the participants your immune system, a supercharge organization is to reap the benefits of and respect that is bestowed upon the sometimes brave through snow and for your metabolism and a gain to 365 days of swimming at the L Street members of the L Street Brownies”. ice to immerse themselves in the your mental fortitude. Cold water Bathhouse, our membership has a The Brownies first recorded swim icy, salty water. Throughout the therapy is something the Brownies certain dedication to the community of - it’s a swim, not a plunge - was in years, the New Year’s Day swim realized 100 years ago, long before South Boston and always gives back 1865 but became officially orga- at “The L” has become a rite of it was officially acknowledged as to our own. I hereby present this check nized with members in 1902 with passage for many across the region beneficial to your health. For over a century, the January 1 swim has never been cancelled and has not only grown in popular- ity, but has also been mimicked as a New Year celebration in many other waterfront communities. Annually, these L Street Brownies sell tee shirts to hundreds of participants and gener- ously donate funds directly back to the South Boston community that support youth programs at the Curley Com- munity Center as well broad support to other local charities. Their passion for this neighborhood is evident and the L Street Brownies always find a L-R: Ed Johnson, L Street Brownie, Susan Hart Woods, The next generation of swimmers, way to pass on the neighborhood good Board member, SB Sports Hall of Fame Scholarship with an affinity for cold water swim- will. L Street Brownies have left an Trust Fund, Dan Monahan, Andrea Flaherty, Directors ming that was learned from the best, indelible mark on this community and at Curley Community Center aka The L. heading into their monthly swim! we will continue to honor and respect their New Year’s Swim tradition.

currently accepting applications for all classes PreSchool (2.9) to Grade South Boston Catholic Academy News 6. All are welcome to come to our Open House on Thursday, January Shout out to Grades 3 & 4 at South Boston Catholic Academy 30, 2020 from 9 to 11AM. We have for doing such a great job with their Class projects! Before School and After School Pro- grams available and high acceptance n 3A & 3B for their hard work on cereal box and designed a cereal to Some of them included; made of rate to Parochial, Private, and Boston their cereal box recommendations! match the theme of the book. money, double header, eye on the Exam Schools. Please contact: Mrs. IThird grade students wrote a book In 4A & 4B…Can you guess the ball, when pigs fly, a piece of cake, Jamie Brown, our Vice Principal, recommendation to share their opinion idioms?? break a leg, social butterfly and but- with any questions or for a tour of the of the book and suggested audience. Fourth Grade has been learning terflies in my stomach!! school at j.brown@sbcatholicacad- They glued the recommendation and all about figurative language! Fri- South Boston Catholic Academy emy.org or phone 617-268-2326 for other information about the text to a day students dressed up as idioms. (www.SBCatholicAcademy.org) is more information. January 30, 2020 SOUTHBOSTONTODAY • www.southbostontoday.com 15

This week, Danny gave “PIC’S PICK” for Super Bowl LIV:

or the first time in a long time, SAN FRANCISCO 49ERS (+1) on Sunday because I’m betting his 49ers coach Kyle Shanahan, who, this year’s Super Bowl hasn’t over Kansas City Chiefs 49ers to win the game. like Reid, is an offensive guy. Shana- Fbeen the most important story Defense wins championships. And And I’m only betting the 49ers to han has had smaller roles in multiple in sports, leading up to the big game. right now, I couldn’t possibly put win the game because of their defense. organizations, but never got to a Super Our attention has instead been my money against this 49ers de- San Francisco has allowed just Bowl until he was the offensive coor- turned to the tragic death of Kobe fense. Not even with Patrick Ma- 15 points per game in the playoffs, dinator of the Atlanta Falcons. But we Bryant and his 13-year-old daughter homes on the other end. which ranks No. 1 among the 12 all know how that Super Bowl ended, Gianna. The shocking news of their Look, let’s get something out of teams that were in the playoffs. with Shanahan’s Falcons blowing a helicopter crash on Sunday has put the way here. I’m extremely dis- Meanwhile Kansas City allows 28 28-3 lead to the Patriots. many people in a state of shock. You appointed that the New England points per game. The 49ers have Reid and the Chiefs have been don’t even have to be a sports fan to Patriots are not in this game. The also created five turnovers in their knocking on the door now for a few feel this one. Pats have played in four of the last two playoff games, while the Chiefs years. But how could you not like Bryant’s recent public appear- five Super Bowls, including the last have only created one. what Shanahan has done with the ances at basketball games with his three, so I’m not going to lie, it’s I expect San Francisco to put 49ers since being hired in 2017? daughter Gianna exemplified the tough to get into this one. more pressure on Mahomes than Here’s what I know. Garoppolo is true bond that sports creates, and Am I rooting for San Francisco Mahomes has ever seen, which will going to have to make some plays. also showed a side of the iconic quarterback Jimmy Garoppolo cause either a couple fumbles or a He won’t be able to rely on his run Bryant that normal people can re- because he used to be a Patriot? Not couple interceptions. game like he did in the NFC Cham- late to, which was refreshing. at all. In fact, if I had no money on Kansas City’s pass rush has been pionship. But a couple turnovers Now, just like that, they’re both the line, I’d probably be rooting solid as well though. Still, overall, could help him out with either some gone. And it doesn’t feel real. It against Garoppolo, knowing that if you’re going to take the Chiefs’ great field position against a ques- probably never will. if he wins a Super Bowl in his first defense over the 49ers’ defense then tionable Chiefs defense, or maybe So you can understand how mov- full (non-injured) season with the I don’t think you’ve watched the even just points off those turnovers. ing on to pregame analysis of a foot- 49ers, that’ll just open the floodgates NFL this year. Again, I just can’t pick against ball game is not an easy transition for to more Patriots criticism about I’m also looking at the coaches this San Francisco defense. Which anyone right now. But it’s a transition how Bill Belichick should’ve never when making this pick. Chiefs coach means I’m taking the 49ers to win that I have to make. That’s my job. traded him, blah, blah, blah. Andy Reid was part of the Green Super Bowl LIV. So it’s with a heavy heart that I Me, personally, I’ve moved on Bay Packers’ staff in 1996 that won Listen to “The Danny Picard Show” give you this analysis for a Super from Garoppolo. I’m all in on the rest a Super Bowl. He then became head on iTunes, Spotify, Google Play, and Bowl that most likely everyone of the Tom Brady era in New Eng- coach of the Philadelphia Eagles, anywhere else podcasts are avail- involved will be dedicating to one land, assuming Brady stays, which I where he lost the only Super Bowl able. Subscribe to YouTube.com/ of the greatest pro athlete’s we’ve do think he will. But I just wanted to he went to. So he’s looking for his dannypicard. Follow Danny on ever seen. address the elephant in the room with first ring as a head coach. But so is Twitter @DannyPicard. Check out Here is my pick for Super Bowl LIV: Garoppolo. I’m only rooting for him the guy on the other end. all of his work at dannypicard.com.

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ball and compete to the very best of reported earlier in the week that the their ability. He was generous with Red sox are discussing the options the wisdom he acquired and saw it REPORTS: RED of acquiring a “combination of big as his mission to share it with future leaguers and prospects.” Speier indi- generations of players, taking special SOX TALKING cates that there’s no guarantee Betts delight in passing down his love of will get moved before the start of the game to Gianna. TO THREE the regular season, but also says the “We send our heartfelt condolences team’s willingness to consider trading SBT Staff to his wife, Vanessa, and their family, Betts “appears serious.” he sports world was rocked on the Lakers organization and the entire TEAMS ABOUT Betts, 27, will be an unrestricted Sunday by the news of Kobe sports world.” free agent after the upcoming 2020 TBryant’s tragic death in a Also killed was Orange Coast Col- MOOKIE BETTS season. The expectation is that Betts helicopter crash in California. lege baseball coach John Altobelli, will be seeking a long-term contract Bryant, 41, was one of nine people the father of Boston Red Sox scout of at least $300 million. According to on board and killed in the crash. J.J. Altobelli. J.J. Altobelli’s younger reports, Betts rejected an eight-year, Among them was his 13-year-old sister, Alyssa, and stepmother, Keri, $200 million offer from the Red Sox daughter Gianna. also died in the crash. after the 2017 season. NBA commissioner Adam Silver Red Sox Chief Baseball Officer The Red Sox have publicly ex- released the following statement: Chaim Bloom released the follow- pressed their desire to cut payroll “The NBA family is devastated by ing statement: this winter in order to get below the the tragic passing of Kobe Bryant and “The Red Sox are devastated by the league’s luxury tax threshold. his daughter, Gianna. news of [Sunday]’s tragic helicopter Trade rumors involving Betts’ “For 20 seasons, Kobe showed us crash in Southern California. We are name also come at a time in which what is possible when remarkable tal- heartbroken for the victims and their the organization is still searching for a ent blends with an absolute devotion families, including John Altobelli, new manager. Alex Cora was fired two to winning. He was one of the most father of Red Sox scout J.J. Altobelli, SBT Staff weeks ago, and the Red Sox have yet to extraordinary players in the history of John’s wife Keri, and their daughter ccording to multiple reports, replace him as of Wednesday afternoon. our game with accomplishments that Alyssa. John touched so many lives in the Boston Red Sox are Pitchers and catchers report to are legendary: five NBA champion- his 27 years coaching at Orange Coast Acurrently engaged in trade spring training in less than two ships, an NBA MVP award, 18 NBA College, and we join the entire base- talks with three teams for outfielder weeks, on Tuesday, Feb. 11. Position- All-Star selections, and two Olympic ball community in mourning him.” Mookie Betts. Those three teams are al players report on Sunday, Feb. 16. gold medals. But he will be remem- A GoFundMe page has been created the Los Angeles Dodgers, San Diego The Red Sox’ first spring training bered most for inspiring people for the Altobelli family: gofundme. Padres, and Arizona Diamondbacks. game is Saturday, Feb. 22 against the around the world to pick up a basket- com/f/support-for-the-altobelli-family. The Boston Globe’s Alex Speier Tampa Bay Rays. PLAY FOR FREE WITH PROMO CODE: PIC