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Big New York developers gobble Still Upbeat up two properties Chain Forge gets another extension, in Industrial Park developers seeking complex funding

By Seth Daniel July 11, allowing the developer – By Seth Daniel CVPA Chain Forge LLC – until The developers of the Chain September to wrap up financing. Two New York residential Forge (Building 105) hotel proj- The developer has received several developers have gobbled up large ect received another extension extension already. industrial properties in the Bunker from the Planning and However, this might be the final Hill Industrial Park over the last Development Agency (BPDA) to extension, as the developer agreed 30 days – with one of the develop- secure funding, but officials and to pay $95,000 in order to approve ers adding a parcel in the Park to the developers are upbeat about the amendment, and agreed that another they purchased in 2015. the progress recently made to get any further requests for extensions Cyan Cyan All three sales, including the one the project moving. would result in a re-negotiation of in 2015, were much higher than The BPDA granted the latest the assessed value. extension at its Thursday meeting, Magenta It has begged the question as to (Chain Forge Pg. 13) whether developers are land-bank- ing properties across Rutherford in anticipation of the planning study Acquitted shooter in murder Yellow announced by the Boston Planning and Development Agency (BPDA) arrested with gun 16 months later earlier this year. One thing on By Seth Daniel in Roxbury by the Boston Police Black the docket during that study will Youth Violence Strike Force, who be the Bunker Hill Community The suspected shooter of the recognized him and knew he had late Ryan ‘Duce’ Morrissey, who an outstanding warrant for armed (Property Pg. 3) was acquitted of the crime and robbery. The armed robbery had freed in February 2018, was arrest- occurred about one week prior in ed June 28, allegedly with a loaded Roslindale. gun and heroin, in Roxbury by Upon seeing the suspect, offi- Photo by Keiko Hiromi Lawsuit filed Boston Police. cers promptly approached and Chris Smith, executive director of Boston After School & Beyond (third Alexander Soto, 21, former- placed the suspect under arrest. against Encore from left) and Aaron Dworkin, CEO, National Summer Learning ly of Charlestown, was arrested Association (R) with Courageous Sailing students in the Navy Yard on around 1:30 p.m. on June 28 (Shooter Pg. 3) Wednesday, July 10, during a celebration of Boston’s summer learning pro- By Seth Daniel gram. See Pages 8 and 9 for more photos. A class-action lawsuit filed CITY SQUARE CONCERT SERIES Monday in Middlesex Superior Court on behalf of a New York Natural Classroom man is accusing Encore Boston Boston Public Schools, Courageous Sailing Harbor of not following the state’s Blackjack rules when it comes to awarded for summer learning program variations on the game – in partic- Special to the Patriot-Bridge “My summer learning expe- ular the ‘6 to 5’ variation. riences at Courageous Sailing A second piece of that suit Students from across Boston have taught me skills I will use in alleges that electronic kiosks for last week start the “5th Quarter of the workplace and in any learn- redeeming winnings at the Learning,” using the city’s amaz- ing environment: to build connec- were withholding change, round- ing natural and local resources tions with the people around me, ing down to the lowest dollar as a classroom to have fun, learn solve problems, step up and take amount for the payment. critical life skills, and help slow charge when needed,” said Urvi Encore, in a statement, denied the summer slide. Gipstein, a Courageous Sailing the accusations. Boston students, many of student instructor and rising junior And the Gaming whom can’t afford tradition- at Boston Latin School. Commission (MGC) said it is al summer programs, joined More than 47,000 students have reviewing the allegations. city, state and national leaders benefitted from Boston’s sum- “The MGC is aware of the law- July 10 at Courageous Sailing in mer learning efforts since its launch suit and reviewing its content to Photo by Derek Kouyoumjian the Charlestown Navy Yard to in 2010, making it a singular suc- determine next steps,” said MGC showcase Boston’s role as a lead- cess for the students and families Jamaal Coleman and Carrie Johnson perform on vocals as the East Coast Spokesperson Elaine Driscoll. er that is inspiring cities across of Boston, Mayor Martin Walsh, Soul Band rocked out to a Tina Turner-inspired rendering of ‘Proud Mary’ Encore Spokesperson Rosie Massachusetts and around the the Boston Public Schools (BPS) during the July 10 Concert in City Square. The series has been an absolute Salisbury said they have followed nation to rethink summer learn- hit this year, and the Friends of City Square said July 10 was one of the larg- est crowds they’ve ever had in attendance. The next concert is Aug 14. See ncore Pg. 6 ing and enrichment. (E ) (Sailing Pg. 11) Page 16 for more photos. JULY 18, 2019 JULY viding 3- and 4-year-olds in those viding 3- and 4-year-olds edu- pre-K with neighborhoods cation administered by qualified teachers in programs following federal Preschool Expansion Grant quality standards. Since his election to the Massachusetts Senate in 2010, fighting to pro- vide kids in the Commonwealth with access to high quality early education has been one of Sen. highest legislative DiDomenico’s priorities. This bill has remained a key component of the Senator’s legislative agenda and is one of his top early education policy items this legislative session. - - - - This legislation filed by Sen.

DiDomenico would target under performing school districts, pro- districts, school performing in pre-K, many attend schools with high student-to-teacher ratios, low family engagement, and inadequate teacher quali fications. These children enter kindergarten at a disadvantage as compared to their peers who receive high-quality pre-kinder garten education. These initial setbacks in intellectual, social, and emotional development affect children throughout their lives, as they regularly underper form in school and afterwards. Sen. Sal DiDomenico testifies before the Joint Committee on Education ------2 “Across Massachusetts, “Across Massachusetts, Pre-kindergarten education

Sen. Sal DiDomenico recent Sen. DiDomenico urges action on high quality pre-K DiDomenico urges ly testified before the Joint ly testified before the Joint Committee on Education in sup S.265, An Actport of his bill, ensuring high-quality pre-kinder garten education. This legislation would expand preschool, using grants from the state, beginning with high-needs communities that are ready with a state-ap- proved expansion plan. has been proven to have sig people are ready for more pre school,” said DiDomenico in his testimony before the Committee. “I have heard from countless parents who want this learning opportunity for their children, afford it or are but often can’t on waiting lists. Local commu community-basedby led nities, anddistricts, school programs, mayors, have solid plans for pre- school expansion and are waiting beginto dollars public new for implementation. That is why I filed this legislation, and I am importantan is bill this confident next step towards improving and expanding high quality early edu cation for our kids” nificant short- and long-term education impacts on children’s al, social, and health outcomes. about 40 percent of 3- However, in Massachusetts and 4-year-olds do not attend preschool. For those children who are enrolled

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Black CyanBlack Magenta Yellow Black PAGE 3 PAGE Soto was arrested and charged A prolonged trial took place in The one conviction came of the Tocco said he was thankfulwas said he Tocco “Seven years on this project is Encore Boston Harbor Community announced this Liaison John Tocco week that he will be leaving the casino and working in a private consulting business with his wife. He has been the face of the project in Everett, Charlestown and Chelsea for the past seven years. this month on those charges. with first-degree murder – along with two other defendants – in 2015 for the murder of 17-year- ‘Duce’ Morrissey on old Ryan Street. 5, 2014 on Main Nov. Suffolk Superior Court in January and February 2018, resulting in Soto and another defendant being acquitted and freed. Soto and the other defendant, Danilo Soto (not related), were charged with firing the shots. Julio Baez, who getaway driver, was sentenced to life in prison. said DiDomenico. “He is a true professional who fully integrates himself into the community and he partiesall bring to passion a has together to reach a solution. I am proud to call him a friend and we thison him have to fortunate were project from beginning to end. but I This is a loss for us today, know he will continue to be a part of our community going forward all family his wish him and I and the best in this next chapter.” everyone with have worked to including with Encore, while Everett Mayor Carlo DeMaria, City Boston Mayor Martin Walsh, Councilors in Everett and Boston, Chelsea City Manager Tom State Charlestown Ambrosino, Everett State Rep. Rep. Dan Ryan, Joe McGonagle, and State Sen. Sal DiDomenico – among others. like a doctorate in development,” simply the he said. “I think it’s turning to a new chapter.” - - - - - (from pg. 1)

By Seth Daniel One of the first people EncoreOne of the first people said he plans to work Tocco “I look forward to supporting One of the clients he will be advocated for the proj Tocco Tocco Everett, of Outside State Sen. Sal DiDomenico said has been instru “John Tocco In addition to the firearm, the hooter S a Firearm, Unlawful Possession of Ammunition, Carrying Loaded Firearm on a Public Way A Drugs Class and Trafficking (Heroin). He was arraigned earlier Long-time Encore community Encore Long-time company leaves John Tocco liaison Boston Harbor hired to poundBoston Harbor hired resort casinothe pavement for the long- the and Tocco, John was experttime community relations he is leavingannounced this week Harbor Boston Encore at role his to pursue private consulting. with his wife and their consulting practice, which has grown sub- stantially since he left years ago to take the job with Encore. my wife and her team grow A10 Associates into a nationally-recog nized Government Relation firm,” I am excit- he said. “Additionally, ed to continue to work with… regional elected officials to bring new investment to the region and realize the vison that we have all worked so hard to create. As we Our during the campaign, ‘It's said and I look forward to work Time’ ing closely with the community to achieve this dream.” working with initially is Vineyard a project for wind power off Wind, of Cape Cod. ect early on in Charlestown and Everett, helping to create grass- roots support groups. was often the face of the resort during contentious meetings in Charlestown and Somerville. He was a well-known figure in Charlestown during discussions about the jobs and traffic aspects of the resort. was crucial for getting the Tocco resort off the ground, and wished him the best. mental in the development and opening of the Encore Resort,” sion of large amount of a brown heroin be to believed powder which was wrapped in plastic and covered in tinfoil. In addition to the warrant, the suspect was charged with the Unlawful Possession of A search of the suspect enabled officers to recover a firearm later blacka loaded, be determined to Glock 27 firearm with nine rounds of .40 caliber ammunition. suspect was found to be in posses - - - 3 3 i at i o n c s s o Travel and new experiences Travel Banta has been uncooperative company has now Banta’s CapitalDLJ Court, Center Like The Garvin building includes a Both properties abut the A

unique culture, language, voice,unique culture, language, Somehow, beat. and climate, in thesewhen I immerse myself my ownother ways, I appreciate new way. view in a fresh point of I can seeIf I allow it to happen, waysentirely new and different neverthat do things and live to point of viewoccurred to me. My is broadened and my reference point is richer. Grace.of occasions be really can gran- by the amazed can be We the starkness deur and beauty, and struggle, the simplicity and ingenuity of others living differ ently than we live. In all of this, if we can see traces we look deeply, of Grace. God is present, lov- ing, encouraging, forgiving, and delighting in the magnificence of all of His creation. So if for a few havetwo, you a week or days, a chance to join God and see a bit of all this wonder – go for it! Have a wonderful vacation this summer. Currently, the project has seen the project Currently, numerous complaints from neigh- bors as to changes that were made to the development plan last year – with questions about trash stor still operations other and age unanswered. with the Patriot Bridge in the past, and told reporters last year he was too busy to speak with inplans his about papers local Charlestown – including why he has blocked off more than half of Street without any notice Warren for nearly a year now while 40 proceeds. Warren Avenue across Rutherford moved to the Park – where he purchased the Garvin Brown Construction Products building for $10.05 mil lion last month. Partners is mostly in the business of developing high-end residential and commercial products, and has very little – if any – industrial properties in its portfolio. assessedis that lot ft. sq. 51,120 by the City at $1.664 million. Hill Community CollegeBunker baseball fields. - THE CHARLESTOWN PATRIOT-BRIDGE CHARLESTOWN THE l e r g y C However the idea of “gettingHowever the idea I guess I am amazed at the Center Court has never never has Court Center At one time, the company was In December 2014, TD Street A second sale in the Bunker Banta is currently renovating Getting away Getting ums exhausting, and beautiful asums exhausting, and and galleriesancient cathedrals my headmight be, they make feet. Maybeache even before my a very goodI have never been I am not onetourist, and I know life. at this phase of my away”, leaving that which is familiar and routine and chang few a for even locus, ing one’s days, is something else. I like that. I like the sounds, the sights, the smells, and the feel of a new place. I notice everything about a new place, from traffic patterns, localof taste the stations, radio the billboards, and the way water, everyone talks and interacts. The fact that it is different from where I live and breathe every day is refreshing and enjoyable – most of the time. entire human enterprise. When we stay in one place for a long time, we are inclined to forget that there are lots of people in many justdying, and living places, other the way we are, yet in their own returned any inquiries from the Patriot-Bridge about its industri- al zone acquisitions, which raise the companybecause eyebrows is typically known for building high-end luxury residential units in downtown Boston and in New City. York old Bostonthe develop to tapped but Globe building in Dorchester, they backed out of the deal. LLC and Center Court Partners LLC teamed up with Maurice a buy to Switzerland of Dabbah 17,752-square-foot office build- St. and ing at 171-172 Tremont convert that building into con- dos according to BRA filings. part- Court’s Capital Meanwhile, ners purchased two campus build- ings from Suffolk University for $43.5 million on July 1, 2015. Hill Industrial Park took place on June 21 and involved the sale of 8 Bunker Hill Industrial Park to DLJ Partners, whose Boston operations are headed up by Tony Banta. Warren 40 the expanding and St. office building, and has had no shortage of controversy there. h a r l e s t o w n ------C t h e

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newspaper. neighbors, local officials or the not to respond to questions from residential developers that tend under the control of high-end college – properties that are now industrial areas adjacent to the College parking lots and the Photo courtesy Photo courtesy Wynn JULY 18, 2019 JULY Should you happen to find Boston Police Officer Harris B. McInnes resonates fast and quick…It’s resonates fast and quick…It’s reminiscent and ties the property to these places in a classy way. what I think people see That’s when they see Larry and Magic. It brought me right back to being a middle school basketball player on Cape Cod.” Austin Street in Charlestown. yourself in that area, please take a second to stop, honor and sac- and acknowledge the service rifice of a fallen hero who was killed in the line of duty while serving and protecting his city. - - BPD Remembers “Anyone who was around and On Sunday, July 3, 1927, July 3, On Sunday, buried atOfficer McInnes is A Hero Sign has been placed A new advertisement for the Encore Boston Harbor and Harbor and Encore Las Vegas A new advertisement for the Encore Boston by Larry Bird and Magic properties is highlighted by celebrity cameos the commercial riding the Johnson – two iconic former rivals seen in The spots are gaming floor. Encore elevator and emerging on the Boston running in Boston and Los Angeles right now. spots, he said. alive and tied into these players understands the dynamic because it brings about a deeper connec tion (to the places),” he said. “It’s not just a celebrity cameo or spot. meaning, and because There’s these two are true legends, it Boston Police Officer Harris B. McInnes was shot and killed while pursuing two suspects after a robbery on Main Street in the area of Charles Street in Charlestown. Officer McInnes was 36-years-old at the time of his death and had served with the Boston Police Department for seven and half years. Making his line-of-duty death ever more trag ic is the fact that Officer McInnes was survived by his wife and daughter. the Mount Hope Cemetery in Mattapan. His name is located on the National Law Enforcement Line Memorial, Panel 35, West 6, as well as, the Hero Wall at Boston Police Headquarters and the Police Memorial at the Massachusetts State House in Downtown Boston. in his honor on Main Street near ------4 THIS PLEASE RECYCLE RECYCLE NEWSPAPER Upon leaving Brewster, Moore Brewster, Upon leaving know how to didn’t Though he people After Magic Johnson’s to serendipitous pretty was “It The spot is currently appearing It stops at a field of flowers like the end, suddenly Towards It also fulfills the purpose of said he had a note in huge letterssaid he had ‘Call Larry Bird.’ that read, Birdof Larry Bird or if get ahold to being inwould even consent advertisement the resort casino’s said he wasfor Boston, Moore give it everyconvinced he had to effort. team, Bird’s reached out to Larry andgood response, a there was things werewith a little time, a go. ironed out and it was have Larry and Magic in it because celebritya do to wanted had we cameo in our spot but couldn’t think of the right ones,” he said. “Larry and Magic were not the focus of the advertisement. We had a story to tell and we did it by highlighting things that were abso lutely appropriate…That adver tisement works whether you have Magic or Larry in there or not. It just much better It’s tells our story. told with Magic and Larry.” Losin started just and Boston, in adver – which is a major Angeles tising market for the Las Vegas properties. The commercial is part Above’ theme of the ‘A World and highlights the elevator imag- mostof part been has that ery ads sinceopening Encore the of iselevator the time, This May. going around the world seemingly collecting things for the Encore Boston Harbor. ly in South America; then heads to an art auction in Paris; brings in the musical act Chainsmokers; and brings gaming materials for Vegas into the and food from Sinatra’s elevator as well. Larry and Magic appear on the ele doorsthe later seconds and vator, open and they come out together It was a rare on the gaming floor. and moment seeing them together, coincided withsaid it also Moore of the begin anniversary 40th the ning of their rivalry in 1979. Plus, it was a perfect blend of two icon ic sports celebrities that are both historically revered and hated in either market. uniting both Encores – bringing which was west and east together, another purpose of the advertising

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PAGE 5 PAGE 617.512.4939 617.699.9823 617.697.4570 TRACY SHEA TRACY ansions GRACE BLOODWELL GRACE STEPHANIE RIVKIND (M ervation restrictions). The interiorervation restrictions). authenticallyof the building was the assistancerestored, again with the course ofof Bill Lamb. During fascinatingmany restoration, the history aspects of the building’s the housewere revealed. When did Avenue was built, Monument structurenot exist. The original struc- Georgian story two a was cen- and façade front the ture, Main Street.ter entrance facing Observing various aspects of the structure during restoration, it was discovered that the roof was raised and a third floor added, possibly around 1840. Proof of this was found in the post and beam fram- ing, interior trim work, and on the exterior corners where the quoins on the top floor do not match the In quoins on the second floor. order to accommodate the con- Avenue, Monument of struction the house was pivoted so that the ------Visit NancyKueny.com/Blog NANCY KUENY NANCY Gibson Sotheby’s International Realty 20 City Square [email protected] 617.697.9819 2 THOMPSON SQUARE CHARLESTOWN MA 02129 CHARLESTOWN 2 THOMPSON SQUARE 44 condos 84 condos [email protected] WWW.SRBBOSTON.COM [email protected] to access her Charlestown Real Estate Blog 2 multi-families 0 multi-families 11 single families 10 single families ON-MARKET INVENTORY 2018 ON-MARKET INVENTORY 2019 ON-MARKET INVENTORY I had a very informative conver CHARLESTOWN MARKET REVIEW CHARLESTOWN ed from Jacob Hurd Sr. (1655- Sr. ed from Jacob Hurd (1676- Jr. 1694) and his son, Jacob and cabinet1749), a craftsman Bothmaker here in Charlestown. in the PhippsJacobs are buried John Hurd’s Street Burial Ground. garden thatmansion had a large Street. extended back to Warren map of 1818 indi The Peter Tufts Warren time that at that cates Street was known as Back Street. sation with Bill Lamb, local archi about preservationist, and tect the restoration of the building. Bill worked with Historic Boston Incorporated beginning in 1983 to stabilize and restore the exterior of the building to its former glory. Hill Associates, a group Town of local businessmen headed by Smith, subsequently pur Terrance chase the building (which had pres the Hurd House, it was the homethe Hurd House, it Hurd. Heof local merchant John the extensivewas a member of were descend Hurd family who 5 5 At the corner of Monument ilies. He was descended from (1615-1652), Larking Edward whohis great-great-grandfather emigrated from England in the Deacon Larkin previous century. inrole his for remembered best is famous ride. Revere Paul Revere’s as we know was rowed across the Charles River to Charlestown, where John Larkin subsequently loaned him “Brown Beauty”, a horse that belonged to his father Samuel Larkin. Family legend neverthe horse was indicates that returned. When Deacon Larkin’s will was probated in 1807 he was $86,381.99, making himworth a very wealthy man for the time. The Larkin House is currently a condominium building comprised of six units. Square and Main Street stands one of the most magnificent build- ings in Charlestown. Known as - Historic House of the Month House of Historic THE CHARLESTOWN PATRIOT-BRIDGE CHARLESTOWN THE Two Main Street Mansions Street Main Two The lot at 55 Main St. was 65-71 Main St., (corner of Monument Avenue and Main Street). and 65-71 Main St., (corner of Monument Avenue lated pediment and a three light transom crowning the front door, which is flanked by flattened columns. Deacon Larkin, like many men of the era, wore many his affiliationIn addition to hats. with the Congregational Church, a merchant involvedwas also he fam- Stimson Hurd and the with purchased by Deacon John John by Deacon purchased Larkin (1735-1807) in 1783 from Nathan Adams who had claimed a £970 loss for his property in 1775. Larkin purchased this lot as well as another for £300. The Larkin House is embellished with quoins at the four corners. Quoins are toothed, regularly patterned boards of different lengths set aat the corner of horizontally building to accentuate the corner aesthetically and provide strength. restored inentry has been The the Georgian style with a denti ------

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JULY 18, 2019 JULY Two of the finest homes to be Two In the 1780s residents and devel Main Street is one of the old- Main Street is one

in England). Most architectur of Hanover reigned continuously I through George IV of the House these two gems as Georgian. from 1714 to 1830 (when George al historians have characterized 1830 and the Georgian period considered to be from 1780 to The Federal period is generally symmetrically aligned windows. symmetrically aligned windows. plan, and five bay facades withfacades and five bay plan, rooms per floor with a center hall construction. Both are clap construction. with hipped roofs, originally four Commission pegs them as 1790s boarded three-story residences and Main Street). The Landmarks St., (corner of Monument Avenue St., (corner of Monument Avenue and Main streets) and 65-71 Main Main Street (corner of Winthrop Main Street (corner of Winthrop were the large mansions at 55 built during the reconstruction was devoid of any signs of habita tion. It was in ruins. the battle, but in general the town by the British for a time following a few remaining houses were used Hunnewell notes anecdotally that structures survived the fire, and always been rumors that a few rebuild the town. There have opers returned to Charlestown to of 1775! Battle of Bunker Hill, remem standing on Main Street in June visiting relatives as a child and lis a 19-years-old at the time of the battle and also recalled Redcoats of Hunnewell’s history, he recalls history, of Hunnewell’s who was past. One elderly lady, children) by rowboat prior to the ern end of town. On page one tening to remembrances of things bers being evacuated (women and Neck Village on the northwest- Neck Village the area of the Mill Pond, and thePond, and Mill the of area the Main Village, the Mill Village in the Mill Village Main Village, groups which included the initial Street were separated into severalinto separated were Street 1775, the buildings along Main become a thriving port. Prior to as Charlestown was destined to was built close to the Harbor Graves and elliptical in shape, Charlestown, designed by Thomas Street. The early settlement of Neck for over a mile. This wind Neck for over a mile. quent reconstruction, is our Main Town Hill and on towards the Town subse- the and 1775 in town the or square (now City Square) pastor square (now City straightened after the burning of stretched from the market place market the from stretched ing road which was somewhat and ‘the Main Road’ which which and ‘the Main Road’ refers to both the ‘Country Road’refers to both the ‘Country Century of Town Life, Hunnewell Life, Hunnewell Century of Town est streets in Charlestown. In Aest streets in Charlestown. - - JULY 18, 2019 JULY There are also rules in thatin rules also are There Much of the allegations are The MGC did not say if there cards held by the dealer shall atshall dealer the by held cards all times be kept in front of the dealer and over the table invento ry container.” section about whether the cards in that variation are to be dealt up or facedown. The lawsuit does challenge that practice of how the game is dealt as well. very detailed, and will require careful review by both a judge and the MGC. What is particularly at is whether stake, it would appear, rules conform or not the state’s to the standards of such games of chance in other parts of the coun try and world. were other such complaints the in rules Blackjack the about Springfield MGM casino – the in the stateonly other venue where Blackjack is allowed. - - MGH INSTITUTE TEAM CAPTURES CAPTURES TEAM INSTITUTE MGH On June 24, 1994, Box 4113 was struck for a warehouse fire on a pier in Charlestown. It would reach nine alarms. Killed in the Line of Duty was Lt. Steve Minehan of Ladder 15 while searching for two missing firefight ers. Take a moment to ers. Take remember Lt. Minehan and his dedication to duty. REMEMBER “Notwithstanding the fore However, in a totally different However, “The dealer shall remove the BATTLE OF BUNKER HILL ROAD RACE ROAD HILL BUNKER OF BATTLE MGH Institute of Health Professions students Mitchell Kimber, BSN ` Mitchell Kimber, MGH Institute of Health Professions students the team prize that the 19, and Kyndel Guyton, OTD `21, pose with and staff 20 student, faculty, team of Charlestown graduate school’s Hill Road Race to benefit the runners won at the 51st Battle of Bunker Charlestown Boys and Girls Club. going, the minimum number of decks used to play blackjack shall 5to 6 the if two, or be…one blackjack variation is offered,” read the regulations. subsection regarding how to play tothere seems ‘6 to 5’ Blackjack, be an expectation that no more than two decks would be used – and that they have to be dealt from the dealers hand and not using a dealing machine. shuffled deck or decks from the automated shuffling device and shall place the single deck or two stacked decks of cards in either hand,” read the state rules. “Once the dealer has chosen the hand in which he or she will hold the cards, the dealer shall use that hand whenever holding the cards The during that round of play. 6 Photo courtesy Quinn Locke, Mayor’s Office Photo courtesy Quinn Locke, Mayor’s Sources: William Lamb Lamb Sources: William That payout is what is at odds. The MGC rules for Blackjack “All winning wagers…shall be Also at stake is the numbers with its magnificent stained glassstained its magnificent with Dry transom, is currently Tuttle’s original(the Figs Cleaners, and English Olives) is located to Todd the right. Architect, Old Charlestown Sawyer), A Century of (Timothy Life (James Frothingham Town Hunnewell), Wikipedia:John Landmarks Larkin, Boston Commission Surveys (MACRIS), Guide to A Field Ancestry.com, Savage American Houses (Virginia McAlester) a ten point value card dealt to a player who has split pairs.” read that a Blackjack played at a ‘6 to 5’ can pay out at that ratio. paid at odds of 1 to 1 with the exception of standard blackjack which shall be paid at odds of 3 to 2, or at odds of 6 to 5 for the 6 to 5 blackjack variation,” read the regulations. of decks of cards used in games of ‘6 to 5.’ It is alleged the casino was using more than two decks, which some say is the standard the rules for that game. However, at the MGC are not entirely clear, stating that a minimum of one or two decks must be used. Nothing seems to state that there is a max- imum number of decks for that variation. - - - THE CHARLESTOWN PATRIOT-BRIDGE CHARLESTOWN THE A smaller side building building side smaller A The ‘6 to 5’ term refers to suit indicates Part of Schuster’s That law is not for the novice, the rules do state However, nal restored windows with narrow muntins (the sash bars that create the grid system that holds the window panes), as well as many fine Georgian details according to Lamb. The upper floors are cur rently apartments. was added to the Monument side that is now home Avenue and Treats. to Charlestown Tea There are several other low addi tions to the rear of the build ing that are not original. The old Donovan & Fallon apothecary, located at the back of the gaming floor. the odds for the payout on a Blackjack, so that a $100 winning bet pays $120. that the casino is only paying out the ‘6 to 5’ odds on a Blackjack, and should be paying out ‘3 to 2’ odds according to the state law governing the game. and will require a careful review by experts at the MGC. odds that must be paid. Most wagers in the game are to be paid out at a 1-to-1 ratio. The payouts for a Blackjack change, however, andace “an as defined is which – any card having a point value of 10 dealt as the initial two cards to a player or a dealer except that this shall not include an ace and - - (from pg. 5)

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GOLDEN AGE CENTER WELCOMES NEW STAFF NEW WELCOMES CENTER AGE GOLDEN ansions Specifically, the suit claims the suit Specifically, The lawsuit is filed on behalf “Since opening, Encore BostonEncore opening, “Since PAGE 6 PAGE ncore E M slightly wider main façade facedmain wider slightly the new street. The oriel on the second floor would have replaced an earlier hall window that would have been right above the entry In order to accommodate door. the first floor conversion to retail space later in the 1800s, the build ing was lowered so that the first floor was at ground level. Cast iron storefronts were installed and Murray Rand and William J.W. & Son, purveyors of dry goods initially occupied the retail space. The upper floors retain the origi In late June, BCYF’s Golden Age Center welcomed its newest staff member, Meaghan Murray, with a special Senior Meaghan Murray, welcomed its newest staff member, Golden Age Center In late June, BCYF’s Age Strong will be bringing her expertise from the City’s Meaghan Tavern. Luncheon provided by the Warren to working in Charlestown. Commission to the Center and looks forward there have been problems with how the ‘6 to 5’ variation of the TheEncore. been run at has game the benefit can statistically to 5’ ‘6 house, and it has been the primary Blackjack game offered on most occasions in the gaming floor of Encore, with the standard ‘3 to 2’ game sometimes closed off and of A. Richard Schuster of New as a class action for all bet- York delvesit and opening, since ters into the ins and outs of Blackjack and all of its variations. Schuster casino andthe visited allegedly played on July 11. Harbor follows the Massachusetts Gaming Commission regulations for blackjack payouts,” she said on Monday. all of the state’s rules for Blackjackfor rules of the state’s all and gaming since opening.

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Cyan Magenta Yellow Black Cyan Magenta Yellow Black PAGE 9 PAGE 6/25/19 8:57 AM How did water get on Earth? get water did How on Earth to reach the moon? to reach on Earth What Planet revolves on its side? revolves Planet What Find out these answers and more at and more Find out these answers How long does it take a laser beam light beam light a laser long does it take How Where does our solar system sit in the Milky Way? sit in the Milky system solar does our Where REGISTER NOW at: www.einc-action.org www.einc-action.org at: NOW REGISTER Chris Smith, executive director of Boston After School & Beyond; Joshu director of Boston After School & Beyond; Chris Smith, executive (PIC) and Eva Michell of the City Bruno of Boston Private Industry Council of Boston. Why drive? Why Shuttle. Encore up the free To learn about responsible play, visit www.gamesensema.com play, learn about responsible To Learn more at encorebostonharbor.com/go at more Learn To get to our world-class resort and casino, take take to our world-class resort get and casino, To 9 Arrive easier Arrive the Orange Line to Wellington Station or Malden Center, then pick Center, or Malden Station Line to Wellington Orange the KHJ25152_EBT051 6.0832x5.5 ORNG_MECH.indd 1 Above, Dr. Brenda Cassellius, Above, Dr. BPS Superintendent (sitting) with Courageous Sailing students on their sail boat in the Navy Yard. Jackie Left, Gretchen Biesecker, Reis and Nikki Tabron. THE CHARLESTOWN PATRIOT-BRIDGE CHARLESTOWN THE Founding Members of Partners HealthCare you

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munity benefits as a result of the permit approvals granted to Hood Park LLC. is a community-based organiza tion committed to improving the of beaches as part of All Accessbeaches as part of All Boston Harbor and Boston Harbor Explorers. The grant is part of IAG, Impact Advisory Hood’s Group, that represents residents School, where she helped coach the swim team. Doris has also as community the in active been a Charlestown Boys & Girls Club She has witnessed staff member. a strong need for care for people struggling with addiction, and this led her to pursue nursing as a with the hope of making career, a difference in the Charlestown community and beyond. She will attend Simmons University this fall to pursue a degree in Nursing. where Boston Latin Academy, she was leader of the Premedical Society and a Fellow for Peace and Nonviolence, in addition to vol Lunch unteering at The Women’s Place. As a young teen she became health care, interested in women’s she shadowed a and soon after, pediatrician while in the ninth grade. In the fall, she will pursue health care a degree in women’s at Barnard College of Columbia City. University in New York three Partners organizations have students amazing many named with diverse life experiences: for - will join us

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This summer, hundreds hundreds This summer, Kiley Doris graduated from Hood Park LLC provided a grant that has allowed Save the Harbor/Save the Bay and Hood Park LLC provided a grant that has that allows for the hiring of it Around to form a partnership Turn from Harbor/Save the Bay; Teens Marinovich, President of Save the Tani at Save the Harbor/Save the Bay; Kristen Lead Teach Ryan, Fontes, Anthony Morgardo, Che Hanks; Bridget Program Director at Save the Harbor/Save the Bay. Youth Barry, from on these free cruises and on our and environmental stewardship through healthy outdoor activities. ourwith familiar become will JPAs GuideCurriculum Harbor Boston and forge lasting relationships with each other helping to lead a group of young people through environmental activities each day. of youth, teens and families English and math during summers at the East Boston YMCA. Chen became interested in science and the human body after seeing the need for care for those with sub stance abuse problems in her own neighborhood. She will attend Simmons University this fall to pursue a degree in Nursing. Snowden International High - - -

THE CHARLESTOWN PATRIOT-BRIDGE CHARLESTOWN THE Boston Harbor Explorers Boston Harbor Explorers All Access Boston HarborAll Access Boston Anna Chen graduated fromAnna Scholarship winners with some of the sponsors representatives. and creating art on the shore. (BHE) is an experiential learning program that develops leadership skills through engaging young participants in exploration of the Bostonof environment marine Junior Program Assistants Harbor. such as fishing use tools (JPAs) rods, crab traps, lobster pots, seine nets, field guides, water quality testing kits, archaeology and art on the shore to spark interest Programs; All Access BostonPrograms; and Boston Harbor Harbor Explorers. partic (AABH) offers young area youthipants from Boston organizations and community Islandfree day trips to Spectacle in the Bostonand Georges Island day beginsHarbor Islands. The Pavilion in at Rockland Trust Seaport with an inter Boston’s about Bostonactive presentation the marineHarbor's history and touch tanksenvironment featuring aby followed traps, lobster and cruise to the islands. While on the islands, program participants take part in recreational and education summerour by led activities al staff including STEAM (Science, Engineering, Art and Technology, Math) activities such as island hikes, fishing, crabbing, ball sports and swimming, exploring historic guided wrack line Fort Warren, archaeologicalfor hunting walks, treasure, storytelling by the sea help people get back on their feetget back on their help people to do what they love. He begins his college journey this fall at Stonehill College in Easton, MA to pursue a degree in Human Sciences and Physical Therapy. where she Academy, Boston Latin was active in the Recycling Club and Dragon Clan Volunteering group, in addition to teaching teens employed through grant From Hood Park LLC Park Hood From grant through employed teens

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Over 10 years and $55,000 in support for aspiring Charlestown students Over 10 years and $55,000 in support idents. This is the first of a five- idents. This is the supported byyear partnership to thisHood Park LLC. Thanks hir is Harbor the Save support, sonal job open to Boston residents ages 15-19 who are interested in hands- working in an outdoor, on youth environmental educa tion program. The program runs for nine weeks during July and therun help they where August Education Environmental Youth Programs that are the corner stone of our efforts to reconnect underserved youth and teens and harbor, low-income families to the islands.and beaches waterfront, freetwo lead help will JPAs Education Environmental Youth of the families to Boston Harbor, Boston Harbor Islands and our public beaches with free region’s events and programs. ing four the Junior Program Assistants (JPAs) Jobs and as part of the Youth Leadership Program in 2019. In support will help addition, Hood’s Save the Harbor connect hundreds Harbor Island cruises and otherHarbor Island cruises free programs to and it Around are partnering Turn employmentin 2019 to provide for Charlestown grant from Hood Park LLC,grant from BayHarbor/Save the Save the Malden Catholic High School, athlete inwhere he was a varsity football, swim, and baseball, win for Award Lancers M.C. the ning Outstanding Sportsmanship. He has been a summer camp coun- selor for the Charlestown Boys & a St. Francis de SalesGirls Club, of a member and server, Alter Keystone the Boys & Girls Club’s pro- development leadership Club interestedbecame Carrier gram. in physical therapy after seeing it on enrolling in a program of This leading to a health career. winners were Rory Carrier, year’s and Doris, Kiley Chen, Anna Emily Ringrose. that a consortium of affiliates from Partners HealthCare – MGH Charlestown HealthCare MGH Institute of Health Center, Professions, and Spaulding Rehabilitation Hospital – have awarded the Charlestown Health Care Scholarship. Since the award’s inception, over $55,000 has been awarded to 26 high school seniors living in Charlestown who plan

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The following students from and B’s): Phoenix Scholar (All A’s cation, nursing, criminal justice,cation, nursing, criminal College offersand education. The a wide array of extra-curricular activities ranging from 14 NCAA Division III athletic teams to an outstanding theatre program. Visit us on the web at www.curry.edu students. Approximately 75% of75% Approximately students. on the Curryits students reside majors arecampus. The largest communi business management, SAINT JOSEPH PREP ANNOUNCES QUARTER FOURTH HONOR ROLL North of Boston Prep in Boston were named to the honor roll for the fourth Scott Sigmund ’21 (Charlestown); tice, and nursing, with a com- nursing, with a tice, and - approximate of enrollment bined students. The studently 3,000 of approximatelybody consists undergraduate2,000 traditional con 1,000 over and students, and graduatetinuing education BRIDGE (CHARLESTOWN BRIDGE) (CHARLESTOWN BRIDGE - - - Grid. ACADEMIC ACHIEVEMENTS ACADEMIC mornings. p.m.–5 a.m. morning peak hours. control of this project. UPGRADES create safe work zones. off-peak, 7 a.m.–2 p.m. Water Street underpass. Water TRAVEL TIPS TRAVEL NIGHT WORK TRAVEL IMPACTS TRAVEL JULY 18 — JULY 27 18 — JULY JULY WORK HOURS:Daytime (7 a.m.–3 p.m.) on weekdays. UTILITY INSTALLATION AND UTILITY INSTALLATION and utility bridges including bridge bents, abutments, and utilities. begin Monday, July 15 and is expected to be completed by July 27. begin Monday, •Inbound: one lane available on weekdays off-peak, 10 a.m.–2 p.m. PLAYGROUND REVERE PARK PAUL changes to traffic configurations beyond those described below. Squares. Please be advised that the DCR-controlled Charlestown locks can •Tudor Wharf walkway: occasional daytime closures with detour access via Wharf walkway: occasional daytime closures with •Tudor provide another alternate route, but may close without warning and beyond PEDESTRIANS AND CYCLISTS: The bridge’s eastern sidewalk is open and PEDESTRIANS AND CYCLISTS: The bridge’s This is a brief overview of construction operations and impacts for available to all pedestrians and cyclists with crossings at both Keany and City lane on weekdays during off-peak hours (7 a.m.–2 p.m.) at Keany Square. All will provide additional notices as needed for high-impact work and •Keany Sq. inbound: two lanes and all turn movements available overnight, 7 TRAVEL IMPACTS: Inbound traffic will be reduced to one lane on weekdays IMPACTS: TRAVEL All users should take care to pay attention to all signage and police details and DESCRIPTION: Continued construction of the temporary vehicle, pedestrian, •Keany Sq. outbound: one lane and all turn movements available on weekdays WORK HOURS: Daytime (6 a.m.–4 p.m.) on weekdays and Saturday, July 20. July WORK HOURS: Daytime (6 a.m.–4 p.m.) on weekdays and Saturday, WORK HOURS: Overnight (7 p.m.–5 a.m.), Monday nights through Saturday move carefully through the work zone. Police details, lane markings, temporary the North Washington Street Bridge Replacement Project. MassDOT Street Bridge Replacement Project. the North Washington barriers, traffic cones, signage, and other tools will be used to control traffic and DESCRIPTION: At Keany Square, test pit digging for a future drainage line will during off-peak hours (10 a.m.–2 p.m.). Outbound traffic will be reduced to one Curry College is pleased toCurry College is philan Business, civic, and About Curry College Founded in 1879, Curry College waterline by J.F. White continues as well as installation of a gas pipe by National White continues as well waterline by J.F. turn movements will be maintained, with two inbound lanes available during the NORTH WASHINGTON STREET STREET WASHINGTON NORTH DESCRIPTION: At the south end of the bridge at Keany Square, installation of a CONTRUCTION LOOK AHEAD: AHEAD: LOOK CONTRUCTION LOCALSTUDENTS RECEIVE CHARLESTOWN RESIDENT FROM GRADUATES COLLEGE CURRY announce that Landon Davis ofannounce that Landon a BS degreeCharlestown received Excercises thatat Commencement Xfinity Centertook place at the onin Mansfield, Massachusetts Sunday May 19, 2019. thropic leader John Fish, Hon. '19thropic leader John speaker. Commencement as served Fish, the chairman and CEO of Suffolk, one of the nation's leading construction management compa nies, received an honorary Doctor degree. Administration Business of liberal arts- is a private, four-year, based institution located on 131 acres in Milton, Mass. Curry extends its educational programs to a continuing education branch campus in Plymouth, Mass. Curry offers 27 undergraduate majors, as well as graduate degrees in business, education, criminal jus - - - public, philan

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Violation of the Auto Laws Violation 07/12/19 - As a result of a Good luck to the followingGood luck to the "The growth of the 5th Quarter Boston After School & Beyond, advised to not contact each other until the complaints are filed in Charlestown Court. motor vehicle stop on Bunker Hill Street, an individual will be sum- monsed to Charlestown Court for operating a motor vehicle without a license road come August for what we August for what road come be a safe and enjoyablehope will ride!” Charlestown:participants from Justin Bourke, Rachael Barry, Sue Burke, Jason Brownhill, LeslieDana Burke, Chris Canton, Coote, RobCheckman, Joseph Kelsey Cronin, Bill Doherty, Gale Evans, Debbie Doherty, Flood,Kevin Finnegan, Lindsay Dana Julia Gaynor, Flynn, Kelly Hanlon, Jen Haggett, Maria Hansen, John Harding, Hugh Harriss, Aaron Honig, Edward Christopher Loeffler, Kennedy, Lauren Marinaro, Nicholas Roslyn Mazzone, Gavin McIver, ChristyMicalizzi, Dave McLean, Mihos, Graham Nelson, Rebecca Norton, Harry Ostrander, Elizabeth Reilly, Margaret Kathleen Richardson, Lance Ryley, and Edward Wasniewski, Tucker, Alexandra Wohler. leaders from the keep students questioning and collaborating in the months when school is out.” shows what can happen when thropic, and nonprofits leaders nonprofits and thropic, pursue a shared goal over time,” executive direc Smith, Chris said tor of Boston After School & Beyond. which co-manages the 5th Quarter of Learning with the Boston Public For“Summer a released Schools, All” report at the event, detailing initia the learned from lessons 10-year history. tive’s Commissioner Jeffrey C. Riley said. “This investment will help BEAT - - - - -

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Contact Christine Vraibel at [email protected]. Contact Christine Vraibel Assault and Battery Ninthon victim A – 07/12/19 summer learning,” said Aaron Contact at 617-343-4888. “As we prepare for our mile Boston’s summer learning summer learning Boston’s “The Department is pleased “Boston is leading the way

Community College for a report wav- while bike a riding man a of ing a piece of metal over his head. Police located the suspect who was placed under arrest for vio- lating a no-trespass order issued to him by the school. Street reported during an argu ment with a neighbor, he was ment with a neighbor, slapped in the face. Parties were : Meet the police & discuss public safety issues on the last Wednesday of : Meet the police & discuss public safety issues on the last Wednesday plifies the spirit of the PMC andplifies the spirit of con has helped the organization gift year aftertinue to increase its despite declining trends in year, specta- Volunteers, the industry. are alsotors, donors and sponsors on ridepart of the camaraderie togetherweekend, all working to make a difference in the fight against cancer. humbledare we 40th PMC, stone by the continued support from said our growing community,” founder and execu- Billy Starr, tive director of the PMC. “It is thanks to the unwavering passion and commitment of our riders, sponsorsand donors volunteers, that the PMC has been able to make such a tangible impact on advancements in cancer research and treatment since 1980. We on the everyone see wait to can’t raise between $600 and $8,500,raise between chosen route,depending on their cyclist raisesthough the average which exem more than $8,825, to support the expansion of on Philip Dworkin, CEO of NSLA. “It is a shining example of how a city can mobilize its resources to ensure that kids have incredi- learning ble ones offered here at Courageous Sailing.” system, now known as the 5th Quarter of Learning, has tallied pri- and public in million $20 over vate investment, including nearly $3.2 million from BPS this year. mer learning initiatives across the Commonwealth,” Elementary Education Secondary and - - - Contact the District A-1 Confidential Drug Line at 617-343-4879. : Contact the District A-1 Community Service Office at 617-343-4627. CHARLESTOWN all year round."

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cancer research and treatment. Proof® of the progress made in themselves—considered Living Living themselves—considered cer survivors or current patients 900 riders and volunteers are can battled cancer, while more than cancer, battled family member or friend who has warriors. Many ride to honor a seasoned triathletes to weekendto triathletes seasoned to 88 and include everyone fromeveryone include and 88 to miles, designed to cater to all lev Riders range in age from 13 ity. towns and range from 25 to 192from 25 and range towns abil- fundraising and cycling of els routes, which pass through 47 the PMC, taking on one of 12 Massachusetts to participate inparticipate to Massachusetts 12 countries will convene in12 countries will Farber Cancer Institute. research and patient care at Dana- research and patient of raising $60 million for cancerfor million $60 raising of Challenge (PMC) with the goalChallenge (PMC) with to 192 miles in the Pan-Massthe in miles 192 to from Charlestown, will pedal upfrom Charlestown, 6,600 riders, including 39 riders6,600 riders, including pedal in the 40th Pan-Mass Challenge 40th Pan-Mass in the pedal Thirty-nine Charlestown residents to residents Charlestown Thirty-nine engaged, learning that other cities can embrace. acknowledging its model as oneas acknowledging its model Boston’s national leadership, national leadership, Boston’s Association (NSLA) recognized(NSLA) Association the National Summer Learning Summer National the National Summer Learning Week, National Summer Learning Week,

our youth to remain active and this community effort, enabling organizations that contribute to & Beyond and all of our partner so grateful to Boston After School said Supt. Brenda Cassellius. “I’mBrenda Supt. said opportunities for every student,” that ensures access to enriching for summer learning programming 5th Quarter is a national model and all its partners. Photos by Emily Harney JULY 18, 2019 JULY “The show has been great,” itshold will Boxing Murphy’s also on hand for Encore’s first-ev- also on hand for Encore’s er show. said Capobianco. “There was no the ferrytook I here. getting traffic from downtown. Everyone here is having a great time. New England has a great history with boxing with Rocky Marciano, Mickey and Johnny Marvin Hagler, Ward, great to see Encore Ruiz and it’s carrying on that tradition.” next boxing show at Encore on Aug. 23. - “I’m so proud of Everett – I Also seen in the crowd was for “I can’t believe we’re in Everett, “I can’t School Committee Winthrop Luis Arcon Diaz keeps cool after knocking out Argentina's Mario Lozano Luis Arcon Diaz keeps cool after knocking on the first-ever boxing event in the third round during one of the fights July 12. at Encore Boston Harbor on Friday, introduced in the ring. love this venue for boxing,” said beautiful here. LaMontagne. “It’s Encore has done a great job. This is great for our city and New England boxing.” mer Everett High tennis star Eric is now a successfulGlassoff, who real estate agent. it feels like we’re in Las Vegas,” said Glassoff. Capobianco was member Tino - - - - Joe Farina of lands a left hook of Jose Ortiz. 12 Everett fans join large crowd at the show Boxing fans from Everett joinedEverett from fans Boxing City Councillor Michael “This is a fantastic venue and Former cruiserweight cham Ken Casey, frontman for the Ken Casey, and“This [Encore] is amazing for Encore thanked also Casey say enough about how “I can’t fans across New England at the show. Marchese, a three-sport athlete at Everett High School who played football for Moody Sarno, said it was exciting to see Everett res idents past and present, at the show. life back in Everett,” said there’s good to see people Marchese. “It’s from Everett here and plenty of faces coming back to Everett. The boxing has been outstanding and I look forward to being back here in August for the next event.” team. and promoter, Dropkick Murphys conference. also spoke at the press the first tick we’re honored to exciting stuff,eted event, that is history right there,” said that’s big plans to have “We Casey. to this casinobring amazing fights more worldand hopefully some title fights.” its hospitality. great Bob [DeSalvio] and his staff a first-class have treated us – it’s venue all around. The set-up [in the boxing venue] is pretty awe some.” pion Richie “The Mountain” pion Richie “The LaMontagne of Everett drew a warm reception when he was - THE CHARLESTOWN PATRIOT-BRIDGE CHARLESTOWN THE Unanimous Decision Unanimous “I can’t tell you how pleased “I can’t and appearance DeSalvio’s mainsaid awesome,” is “This would go on to win a Vendetti Robert DeSalvio, president ofRobert DeSalvio, president every “Good afternoon, one, welcome to Encore Boston began DeSalvio. “On Harbor,” behalf of the over 5,000 team members that have joined us here, facilitynew a are we you know, as and one of our main goals is that we could present a very diverse lineup of entertainment options and a sporting events for our guests that visit the property. we are to have Ken Casey and our for here Boxing Murphy’s first championship boxing event,” feel this continued DeSalvio. “We newthis off kick way to great a is venue.” much were remarks welcoming appreciated by the boxers. of event fighter Greg Vendetti beto honored “I’m Stoneham. part of the first show [at Encore]. Everyone has been really nice.” unanimous decision over Michael Anderson and capture the IBA Junior Middleweight World Championship. Interestingly, was a linebacker for the Vendetti Vocational Regional Northeast football High School (Wakefield) one day before the show and that, the show and one day before asexperience too, was a special they were parteveryone knew that – the firstof something historic Bostonticketed event at Encore Harbor. personally Encore Boston Harbor, communitywelcomed the boxing Boxing to the five- and Murphy’s star resort. By Cary Shuman

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Greg Vendetti, IBA Junior Middleweight World Champion, celebrates with the belt. IBA Junior Middleweight World Greg Vendetti, Encore delivers a knockout with first boxing show first boxing with a knockout delivers Encore weigh-in for the fighters was held to the accompaniment of his own personal entry music. Former DeMarco world champions Tony of the North End and Mickey honored were Lowell of Ward with special awards during the show. photo booth in which fans could pose in different boxing gear and instantly receive a free photo, was welcomed by all who participated in the experience. system, lighting, special effects, special lighting, system, high-definition huge, four and televisions made it a spectacular sight and sound experience. spacious ballroom that was trans- was that ballroom spacious Las formed in to a major-league, boxing venue. Fans Vegas-style had an unimpeded view of the ring from their seats. enjoyed an action-packed showenjoyed an action-packed openedFriday night at the recently casino located$2.6 billion resort promoted in Everett. The show, Boxing, drew what by Murphy’s is believed to the largest crowd in years for a Boston-area boxing event. Boston Harbor to establish itselfBoston Harbor to in the Newas a major player England boxing scene.

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www.charlestownbridge.com orge F Visit Visit hain “ln short, the ‘capital stack’ The Chain Forge project One of the hold-ups for quite “The BPDA and the Tenant be included in a ground lease C the development agreement. rehabilita the for financing or tion of the Chain Forge Building complicated,” immensely be will read a document from the BPDA. the result will be the “However, build historic rehabilitation of an ing that has been vacant for over 40 years, making historical equip ment available for public view, new hotel rooms to accommodate visitors to Boston, and the success ful use of a new economic devel opment tax incentive program in Boston for the first time.” includes the creation of a 180,000 sq. ft., 230-room hotel with a restaurant/bar and function rooms. It would be located in the old industrial building, known as Building 105, in the Navy Yard. The companion development proj building – ect, the Rope Walk Chelsea Street, haswhich abuts already begun the first steps in construction and is an active site right now. some time for the Chain Forge has been negotiations with the which Service, Park National profitsthe of portion a requires to go back to the betterment of taken has That Park. National the abut resolve, to year a than more piece of exciting news is that an agreement has been executed. engaged in productive conversa tions with the NPS regarding this issue, and recently reached agree ment on language that will - - The fully accessible Impossible Dream vessel docked in Charlestown this month, hosting The fully accessible Impossible Dream vessel for short sailing trips. patients from Spaulding and local leaders - 13 13 as part of

Moon hosts Playdates, Music/ sharing of art. We hope it inspires hope We of art. sharing folks to add a little art to their lives,” said Moon. and Private Art Labs, Workshops, Art Parties for kids and adults in creativeencouraging studio, her play and exploration for all. For more information, visit essemart studio.com or email Sophia Moon at [email protected]. Charlestown Resident David Storto,

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Zume’s Coffee House draws excitement Coffee House Zume’s Kids of Charlestown: Exhibit at Kids of Charlestown: ect were painted at Essem Art exhibit.” one to 10 - to create this beautifulthis create to - 10 to one with all the young artists - aged said Moon. “We enjoyed working said Moon. “We vision and the exhibition space,”the exhibition vision and Debra and John (Zume’s) for the Debra and John (Zume’s) assisting with the Art Labs; and to success; to Savvy Sitter Boston for Boston Sitter Savvy to success; ticipated, making this project a

Charlestown families who par who families Charlestown exploration. opportunity for creative play and ing kids (and their parents) the dio since last September, provid- dio since last September, been hosting Art Labs in her stu Zume’s Coffee House. Zume’s the month of June. Moon has in their eyes,” said Debra Ball, artist, Sophia Moon, throughout and say, ‘This is mine’ with pride ‘This is mine’ and say, Charlestown resident and abstract when they point at their paintings Studio under the guidance of see the joy in these kids eyes ects were painted at Essem Art

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