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By John Lynds couldn’t be more excited for her to become the East Bos- Last week Mayor Martin ton liaison,” said Walsh. “East Walsh announced the appoint- Boston is a neighborhood full ment of Lina Tramelli as the of tradition, growth and diver- East Boston Neighborhood sity and I know she will con- Liaison within the Mayor’s tinue to be an advocate for the Civic Engagement Cabinet. residents and businesses in Tramelli will replace Jesús East Boston.” García-Mota who will now As the East Boston liaison, become Mayor Walsh’s City- Tramelli will serve as the pri- wide liaison to the Latino mary contact for constituents community. and businesses looking to Tramelli will officially be- connect with the Mayor’s Of- gin serving as Eastie’s liaison fice, and will facilitate the de- on April 8. livery of services in collabo- “Lina has a fantastic back- Lina Tramelli announced as ground in public service and I See TRAMELLI Page 2 new East Boston Liaison. Eastie man indicted on child sexual assault, child pornography charges

By John Lynds semination of matter harmful of the worst crimes against to a minor; three counts of children,” said District Attor- An East Boston man was posing a child in a state of nu- ney Rollins. “Survivors who indicted by Suffolk Coun- dity; eight counts of dissemi- have been exploited through ty District Attorney Rachel nation of child pornography; child pornography may never Rollin’s office last week for two counts of possession of be fully able to put these of- allegedly sexually assaulting child pornography; and two fenses in the past, because the one child, allegedly enticing counts of possession with in- images of their abuse live on. another to create child por- tent to distribute child pornog- They bear the pain of know- nography for him, and al- raphy. ing that individuals across the legedly transmitting dozens D’Amore was initially globe – and possibly even in of graphic sexual images of charged and arraigned in Jan- their own community – are minors through a smartphone uary in Chelsea District Court viewing photos and videos of application. after Revere pawn shop work- the most painful and degrad- A Suffolk County grand ers found child pornography ing moments of their lives.” jury returned indictments last on a phone D’Amore had According to the District Tuesday charging Domenic sold. Attorney, back in December D’Amore, 29, of East Boston Yesterday’s indictments workers at a Revere pawn Legendary local musician, producer and founder of the famed Fort Apache Studio in Boston Joe with three counts of indecent move the case to Suffolk Su- shop notified Revere Police Harvard passed away Sunday. assault and battery on a child perior Court, where it will be that they found images de- under 14; four counts of traf- adjudicated. picting child pornography on ficking in persons for sexual “These charges are dis- Joe Harvard, founder of Fort Apache servitude; four counts of dis- turbing and represent some See ASSAULT Page 2 Studios, musician, writer dies at 60 East Boston adult use marijuana facility proposal By John Lynds artists like Kurt Cobain one with Stage 4 liver cancer late can also argue there would last year and documented his In the 1980s an East Bos- have never been Nirvana and daily struggle with the disease approved by ZBA, second proposal deferred ton guy had an idea to create without Nirvana the grunge through honest, and some- By John Lynds dent to the team proposing the being within that half mile. a Boston recording studio that explosion of the early 1990s times heartwrenching, social Maverick Square facility that It seemed that the ZBA would authentically capture that defined a decade would media posts. The Boston Zoning Board the ZBA was poised to make applied a sort of ‘luck of the the emerging alternative Bos- have never occurred. All the while Harvard re- of Appeals’ (ZBA) first vote a motion in opposition, the draw’ scenario to the two pro- ton music scene. Fort Apache Harvard, an accomplished mained optimistic and contin- to grant Conditional Use Per- team’s lawyer asked for and posals with in Roxbury was born and musician, music producer, ued his art and music until the mits to two adult use marijua- was granted a deferral. That Berkshire Roots going be- artists like The Pixies, The artist and all-around great end, and telling friends back na facilities in East Boston team will come back to the fore the board with its Meridi- Lemonheads, Dinosaur Jr., soul passed away on Sunday, in Eastie he was fighting the turned into a circus Tuesday ZBA on April 9. an Square proposal first while Morphine, Buffalo Tom, and March 24 after a courageous disease like an, “East Boston afternoon. Because the two proposals East Boston Bloom was sec- The Mighty Mighty Boss- battle with cancer. He was 60 tornado!” After the Mayor’s Office are less than a half mile from ond on the ZBA’s agenda. tones were given the freedom years old. Sadly Harvard stopped signed Host Agreements with one another, the two facilities Going first Tuesday seemed to experiment and capture the Harvard, who was born in treatment and succumbed to two proposed Eastie adult appear to be in violation of the to favor Berkshire Roots as energy of their music without Jeffries Point as Joe Incagno- the disease on Sunday. His use marijuana facilities, one Boston Zoning Code. While they left the hearing Tuesday sterilization. li, had been living in Asbury death was announced by long- on Meridian Street and an- there is no state regulations of with a Conditional Use Per- One can argue that with- Park, NJ, since 2001 where he time partner Mallory Messara. how close adult use facilities mit for an adult use facility other proposed for Maverick Please call 1-800-RED CROSS out Eastie’s Joe Harvard the emerged as a leading force in “Joe passed early this Square, the ZBA voted in fa- can be one another, the City on Meridian St., while East world may have never heard the town’s art and music scene morning with me and his sis- vor of granting a permit for of Boston adopted zoning that (1-800-733-2767)Boston Bloom was orforced visit to red- The Pixies. 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Gina Fiandaca leaving for Austin, Texas for Assistant City Manager position Assault // CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 a phone that D’Amore defen- lives, we have to talk about By John Lynds improve safety and ensure re- Fiandaca has worked at liability. BTD in a variety of capacities dant sold at the business. and acknowledge the poten- Boston Transportation More recently, Fiandaca since 1990. In 1998 she spear- A forensic examination tial risks that exist online,” Commissioner and lifelong had been dealing with the headed the implementation of of that phone and a second said Rollins. “It’s vital that East Boston resident Gina Fi- frustrating traffic situation Boston’s web based parking phone belonging to D’Amore parents and guardians have andaca announced last week in her hometown of Eastie. ticket payment system. From revealed hundreds of graphic open discussions with their that she was picked by Austin Since MassDOT removed 2006 to 2014, she served as images and videos of children children about ways they can City Manager Spencer Cronk the tollbooths at the entrance Parking Clerk where she was being sexually abused or posed stay safe, both online and off. to serve as one of two Assis- of the Sumner Tunnel as part responsible for all day-to-day in a sexual manner. Prosecu- Above all, children need to tant City Managers as part of of the All Electronic Tolling operations of the department, tors said that D’Amore had know that they can talk to car- an ongoing process to align program the neighborhood including ticket hearing adju- allegedly shared and allegedly ing adults in their lives about Cronk’s executive team with BTD Commissioner Gina has found itself in daily grid- dication, parking enforcement received similar graphic im- anything that makes them feel Austin’s Strategic Direction. Fiandaca. lock. Fiandaca became an oversight, data and revenue ages through the Kik app on uncomfortable or unsafe and Fiandaca said at a neigh- advocate for the community analysis, and management of multiple occasions, including that they won’t get in trouble borhood event last week that As part of Austin’s Strate- and took on MassDOT offi- the resident parking program. a single day in November for what they say. As the par- she has been to Austin, Texas gic Direction 2023 Cronk said cials on several occasions and Fiandaca has hands on ex- during which he allegedly ent of a teenager, I know these twice in her life. An avid mar- Fiandaca will be instrumental put pressure on the agency to perience in innovative trans- shared at least 75 files con- conversations are difficult and athon runner, Fiandaca joked in ensuring Austin residents fix the ongoing problem. She portation policy, and worked taining child pornography. awkward, but our children’s that on her second visit she get to, “where they want to go, also circumvented MassDOT closely with the Mayor’s Of- Detectives also became safety, physical, and mental got a good look at the city via when they want to get there’ protocol at the entrance of the fice of New Urban Mechanics aware that an email service health depend on it.” the 26-mile Austin Marathon both safely and cost-effective- tunnel and directed Boston on the newly launched Park- provider filed two CyberTips Rollins said while the vic- route. ly. Police to assign detail officers Boston app, a mobile phone with the National Center for tims and witnesses of any In Austin, Fiandaca will Fiandaca has served as to direct traffic at the mouth of application that allows us- Missing and Exploited Chil- crime should call 911 in an serve alongside Rey Arella- Commissioner of the BTD the tunnel. ers to pay their meter from a dren that each report separate emergency, there are addition- no as the two Assistant City since 2015. As Commission- “Gina Fiandaca has been an smartphone. instances of images identified al resources available to re- Managers. Arellano will over- er, Fiandaca oversees staff of incredible steward in ensuring Fiandaca is a member as child pornography being port suspected crimes against see departments and projects more than 400 who work to- safe, efficient and equitable of several national parking uploaded to an email account. children. In Suffolk County, focused on safety while Fian- gether to ensure safe, efficient access on Boston’s street sys- groups, including the National Police determined that the survivors of child abuse and daca will manage efforts on and equitable access on Bos- tem for all users of our road,” Parking Association. She cur- email account belonged to exploitation and their non-of- mobility. ton’s street system for all us- said Walsh in a statement. “She rently serves as the President D’Amore. fending caretakers can receive “Gina and Rey are going ers through a combination of has led the charge in bringing of the New England Parking In messages sent on Kik, comprehensive services at the to be instrumental in help- transportation planning, engi- smart technology and inno- Council. D’Amore allegedly made Children’s Advocacy Center ing us meet our goals in the neering, management, opera- vative solutions to address Fiandaca has an MBA statements that he had sex- of Suffolk County. The CAC areas of safety and mobility, tions and enforcement efforts. our transportation challenges, from Boston University, and ually abused a young child. can be reached at 617-779- which have been identified Under Fiandaca’s leader- while outlining a new vision has recently pursued courses The child underwent a foren- 2146. Anyone who believes as key strategic priorities for ship, the department released for mobility through Go Bos- in Business and Managerial sic interview at the Children’s that a child in Massachusetts the City,” said Cronk. “They the 15-year, $4.74 billion “Go ton 2030. I wish her the best Economics at Harvard Uni- Advocacy Center of Suffolk may be the victim of abuse will be leading multi-talented Boston 2030”, which was in her new role and extend my versity. She holds a Bachelor County and disclosed abuse can call the Department of teams working to tackle some Boston’s first major transpor- sincerest gratitude to her for of Science in Business Ad- allegedly by D’Amore. Children and Families’ Child of the top challenges facing tation plan in decades that all she has been able to help ministration, Management, D’Amore is also charged at Risk Hotline at 1-800-792- Austin.” included mobility projects us accomplish on behalf of and Operations from Suffolk with trafficking in persons for 5200. Those concerned that a and policies to expand access, our residents.” University. sexual servitude for allegedly child is being exploited online enticing a teenage victim to may report a Cybertip to the create child pornography. In a National Center for Missing text exchange discovered on a and Exploited Children at Tramelli // CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 second phone belonging to the 1-800-THE-LOST or www. defendant, he allegedly made cybertipline.com. Finally, if statements offering to pay the parents want help navigating ration with City departments. from the Universidad de Los enjoying the local food scene. He replaced Claudia Cor- victim in return for sexual im- online risks and how to dis- “I sincerely want to thank Andes in Bogotá. She gradu- Garcia, also an Eastie res- rea as the Mayor’s liaison in ages and acts and instructed cuss them with children and Mayor Walsh for this appoint- ated from Harvard University ident moved from Mexico to 2017. the teen to pose nude in pho- teens, District Attorney Roll- ment as his liaison to East with a master’s in Liberal Arts the United States in 2009 to “It was a pleasure work- tos. In addition to receiving ins offers the Stop Block and Boston,” said Tramelli. “Since last year. work as Deputy Officer in the ing with the community over those photographs from the Talk internet safety training taking office, the Mayor has Tramelli is a native Spanish Department of Citizen Pro- these past two years,” said victim, the D’Amore is also program for caregivers and made sure East Boston re- speaker and proficient in Ital- tection at the Consulate Gen- Garcia. “I hope that I was accused of sending sexual im- professionals. Information on ceives excellent city services ian. eral of Mexico in Boston. In helpful and I hope to continue ages to the child. the program and helpful re- and I very much look forward A resident of Eastie, Tra- that job, he built nine years to be helpful to the communi- “Allegations like these are sources can be found at http:// to continuing that mission and melli said in her spare time of experience in constituent ty in my new role. I will still incredibly difficult for many www.suffolkdistrictattorney. joining his administration” she enjoys exploring the dif- services assisting immigrant be living in East Boston so adults to fathom, but in order com/stop-block-and-talk. Born in Colombia, Tramelli ferent cultural institutions in populations in five New En- you’ll still see me around.” to protect the children in our received her bachelor’s degree the neighborhood, as well as gland states. Garcia received his Bache- lor of Arts in International Re- lations from the Universidad Nacional Autónoma de Méx- ico (National Autonomous ZBA // CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 University of Mexico) in 2009. In his free time Garcia defer as it became evident that Tuesday. Hop To it said he enjoys exploring his the ZBA was going to make a Berkshire Roots, the larg- home neighborhood of Eastie, motion to oppose its Maverick est grower of cannabis in the traveling, and experiencing V V Square proposal. Berkshires and the first med- Send us your the different cuisines and cul- City Councilor Lydia Ed- ical marijuana dispensary tures in Boston. wards expressed frustration in Pittsfield, Massachusetts, at Tuesday’s outcome. Ed- plans to open an adult use fa- wards was on hand to support cility inside a retail space at Sophia Mauro East Boston Bloom because 253 Meridian St. NOW HIRING! the proposal met her criteria The Bershire Roots propos- Easter Hunnies for adult use facilities in the al recently received support Fenway Park neighborhood as well as being from the Eagle Hill Civic As- We will be publishing our Easter sales crew owned and operated by Eastie sociation as well as support residents, one of whom is an from the Mayor’s Office and th th Yawkey Way Report Iraq War veteran. some residents. Hunnies in our April 17 and 18 join our sales crew. Edwards questioned wheth- However, City Council- Flexible Hours - Game Days editions of: er or not the proposal she fa- or Lydia Edwards and some To Apply call 617-418-7598 vored would have been grant- residents went on the record or visit our facebook page ed its Conditional Use Permit in opposition to the location. The Revere Journal facebook.com/yawkeywayreport had it gone before Berkshire Edwards and the handful of Ava Mauro Roots on the ZBA’s agenda residents cited traffic con- gestion that already exists on Lynn Journal Meridian Street as a cause for Chelsea Record concern. Rolling Routes Edwards also raised the Winthrop Sun Transcript Active Adventure Travel half mile buffer issue when ^ĞƉƚĞŵďĞƌϭϰ - ϮϬ͕ϮϬϭϵ the ZBA was taking testimo- East Boston Times ny about Berkshire Roots. 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By John Lynds On Sept. 28, 1968 and led marked the opening salvo and by local legend, the late Anna first victory in the neighbor- Karen Maddalena was a DeFronzo, Maddalena joined hood’s famed transportation young mother on a cool au- a group of mothers in what justice struggles. tumn day when she made the was to become a historic pro- “As a young mother, my decision to stand up against test against the Port Authority involvement as a community Massport’s expansion of Lo- and airport expansion. activist started,” said Madd- The group became known alena during a Massport ded- gan Airport. Her choice then Council President Andrea to fight for quality of life for as the ‘Maverick Street Moth- ication of a plaque honoring Campbell introduces Coun- The Maverick Mothers Scholarship program was unveiled on the herself and her neighbors ig- ers’ and their protest became the mothers in 2015. “I joined cilor Edwards and pledged nited a lifelong career in com- the true beginning of environ- big screen for the crowd to see during Councilor Lydia Edwards’s her support to the re-election time at Democracy Brewing downtown on March 20. munity activism. mental justice in Eastie and See EDWARDS Page 7 campaign.

Kim Kargman, Gabriella Coletta, Caroline Kimball-Katz, and Kate Barbara Isaac, Andrea Coral and Susa Reverby. Kelly. Jennifer Smartt, Amy Branger and Georgia Branger-Klein.

Councilor Edwards (center) with other elected officials supporting her, including State Rep. Liz Miranda of Dorchester, Council President Andrea Campbell, Suffolk County DA Rachael Rollins, and Jamaica Plain State Rep. Nika Elugardo. Gabriella Coletta, Nina Coletta, Councilor Edwards, Ed Coletta and Janna Ramadan.

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LEGALIZED MARIJUANA: A FEW OBSERVATIONS

We recently attended an event at an area Senior Center for an informational presentation on marijuana, which now is legal for recreational use in Massachusetts (as well as in 10 other states across the country). The room that initially was set aside for the presentation soon was filled to overflowing, requiring that it be moved to a larger hall. There were about 50 persons in attendance, and we would guess that the average age of the attendees was about 70. The participants made the usual jokes about old hippies and senior potheads. So what’s old is new again, literally and figuratively. As Massachusetts and the nation grapple with the reality and implications of legalized marijuana, there are a few facts that must be kept in mind: First and foremost, as with alcohol, marijuana should not be made available to young people under the age of 21. This has nothing to do with being prudish. Science has linked major brain and developmental disorders to marijuana consumption by young people, a fairly-recent discovery that is known as mar- ijuana induced psychosis. Guest Op-Ed Just as alcohol consumption affects a young person’s still-de- veloping brain (we now know that the human brain continues to develop up to the age of 25), marijuana consumption also Beware of scams coming over the telephone can cause permanent brain damage -- and that is not too strong a word -- in teens. Parents must be extra-vigilant to ensure that By Glenn Mollette diately. My friend didn't owe there is someone keeping an telephone for hours. When the their child is not consuming marijuana. anybody and had always been eye on soldier's families that telephone rang we knew it was Second, those who choose edibles as their means of mari- In January a Denver couple a model citizen. The worry they can catch at a vulnerable family or friends calling and juana consumption must do so very carefully. Unlike smoking received a scam phone call and fear for this 90-year-old moment and scam them. answering it was enjoyable man were more than he could When you are scammed marijuana, eating a marijuana-infused product means that the from a man who told them he and important. Today, a ring- had kidnapped their daughter. handle. He committed suicide you feel like an idiot when it's ing telephone is a nuisance. “high” will take a long time to kick in. When you smoke mari- a few days after the call. over. It's embarrassing. How- The man was very convincing Some days I receive five to 10 juana, you know in short order when you’ve reached your limit Several years ago I received ever, these telephone artists that their daughter was in his calls from local numbers who and can stop. However, once an edible is consumed, it’s too late a call after my son had board- are professionals. This is all possession. In the background end up being people selling to know whether you’ve had too much. So go slow -- really they heard a woman's voice ed a submarine. I would not be they do every day. In plac- slow -- with marijuana chocolates, brownies, and other edible able to communicate with him es like Nigeria where many health insurance, credit cards, begging for help. The call was student loan payoffs, car war- products. for several months. The call- of these calls originate from convincing enough that they ranties, scams pertaining to Third, users of marijuana must be sure not to operate a motor tried to wire money to the er in a very convincing voice people go to work from 9 to 5 stated my son owed $350 every day like you go to your taxes owed and numerous vehicle. Getting high and driving are unsafe, just as is drinking man. Fortunately the money and if not paid immediately daily job. Only, their daily job others. Thus, I no longer an- and driving. didn't go through. Police soon he would file charges against is to come up with real life swer the phone if I don't rec- Fourth, although the anecdotal and research evidence that showed up after the wife left him that would be very neg- convincing lies to scam you a note with the bank teller ex- ognize the number. Leave a both marijuana (THC) and its non-intoxicating cousin, CBD, ative toward his military ca- out of your hard-earned mon- message and I promise I'll call may offer relief for a variety of ailments and pains associated plaining what was happening. reer. I explained he would not ey. The police determined it was you back. If the person call- with old age is becoming clearer, much more research is needed. be available for awhile. The Some of us have only lost a ing you is real and legitimate Israel presently leads the world in marijuana research and it is a scam. caller insisted that someone few hundred dollars but others A 90-year-old friend re- they won't mind leaving you a time for the U.S. to get on board. Marijuana offers the potential needed to intervene to prevent have lost thousands and in the ceived a call a couple of years message and a real number to as an alternative to dangerous and addictive prescription drugs, the black mark against my case of my friend, he ended back. The caller explained that son. You guessed it. I fell for it his life over a very believable return the call. including opioids. The sooner we can begin to understand the he was with the Internal Rev- and paid the demanded mon- telephone call. Glenn Mollette Nationally/ benefits -- and pitfalls -- of marijuana consumption, the better. enue Service. He alleged my ey. Of course within a couple I remember our first tele- internationally read author of There are pluses and minuses to the legalization of marijuana friend was $40,000 behind in of hours and some research I phone. I was about 9 years columns, inspirational devo- that must be understood and taken into account by each of us his federal taxes and that pay- knew I had been scammed. old. Telephone calls were tionals and books. He is the individually and by society as a whole. ment had to be made imme- Somehow, somewhere cool. I talked to friends on the author of twelve books.

LETTERS to the Editor Guest Op-Ed

AGREES WITH ing change. But nature plays EDITORIAL ON by different rules. We now Local aid for climate change need a bold drive towards CLIMATE CHANGE greenhouse gas reduction, By Jack Clarke four years ago! blueprints are funded by a cli- energy conservation and effi- Dear Editor, not just a slow down-ratchet- According to estimates mate change bond signed by ciency. But Baker wants the Thank you for your timely ing. It may be expensive, but There are three proposals from the Cambridge-based Governor Charlie Baker last Legislature to give him the editorial (“Another Side of not as expensive as climate before Beacon Hill lawmak- Union of Concerned Scien- summer. This bond assigns option of also spending some Climate Change”) pointing change. ers that could help pay for tists, during the next 26 years, $501 million to adaptation RGGI money on climate out the rapidly advancing ef- Massachusetts is well situ- how we cope with the impacts over half the amount of prop- measures that also include change adaptation – not a bad fects of climate change across ated to lead the nation on this of climate change - all should erty the $7 billion represents repairs to dams and seawalls, idea, but not at the expense the nation. issue, with our strong econo- be considered. will be chronically flooded, restoration of wetlands, and of existing energy efficiency Gov. Baker and our Legis- my, our technology resources, Climate change is the exis- affecting 14,000 Massachu- the Commonwealth’s own ad- programs. lature have taken a moderate, and our relatively enlightened tential threat of our lifetime. It setts residents. aptation road map. Baker’s other bill impos- incremental approach to re- population. Now we just affects everyone, everywhere, Between 2005 and 2017, Eventually, all 351 cities es a fee on some real estate ducing greenhouse gas emis- need leaders who will make it and everything. And because increased flood risks erod- and towns will outline their transactions that could bring sions. Usually, this style is happen. certain Washington politi- ed $273.4 million worth of adaptation strategies. in $1 billion for adaptation a good political strategy, and Susan Donaldson, MD cians are unwilling to deal Massachusetts home values, After the plans are written, work – that too is a good idea. often a useful one in attempt- with it, and President Trump according to the First Street the expensive work of imple- DeLeo also wants to spend still calls it a “hoax,” state and Foundation, a nonprofit that mentation begins. We’ll need $1 billion to improve the local governments are forced researches the effects of rising to pay to protect, strengthen, state’s resiliency to climate to face climate change on seas. and in some instances relocate change. His idea is realized their own. Most vulnerable, however, threatened people and their through a 10-year borrowing In Massachusetts, we’re are people – on whom we can homes, their streets, culverts, plan – the Legislature should Times-Free Press not only fighting the causes of never apply a price tag. utilities, water supplies, and take it up. Directory climate change, but also figur- Presently, 85 percent of waste water treatment plants – These are not either-or 617-567-9600 • 781-485-0588 ing out how to live with them. Massachusetts’ 6.9 million many of which lie at sea level. notions. There needs to be a Fax: 781-485-1403 While we’ve reduced the residents live within 50 miles And that’s where the legis- sense of urgency on Beacon Commonwealth’s carbon of the coast. lature comes in as it considers Hill when it comes to funding emissions by 21.4 percent, As a Chelsea native who this enormous expense. climate change work, espe- Advertising and Editorial grew up learning to swim at Two proposals come from Scott Heigelmann based on 1990 levels, and cially as recent reports from Marketing Reporters, Regular Contributors need to aggressively push to nearby Revere Beach, and Governor Baker, and one the Intergovernmental Panel achieve zero emissions, we whose neighbors “worked from Speaker of the House on Climate Change, and the Debra DiGregorio John Lynds also must learn to adapt to the down the docks,” I can attest Robert DeLeo. National Climate Assessment Assistant Marketing Seth Daniel effects of climate change – in- that coastal residents aren’t Baker’s choices include say we have about 12 years Director Copy Editing, Layout cluding hotter days, accelerat- all rich or living in second changing how the state to figure this stuff out before Scott Yates ed sea-level rise, and stronger homes. spends $40 million dollars it things start to fall apart. Maureen DiBella storms – all significant in a So what do we do and how receives each year through Although the Baker and Senior Sales Associates Kane DiMasso-Scott place we call the Bay State. do we pay for it? membership in the Regional DeLeo propositions seem ex- Business And they come at great cost. Today, 160 Massachusetts Greenhouse Gas Initiative, a pensive, the cost of delay and Peter Sacco cities and towns are pains- market-based compact of nine inaction is greater – and that’s Accounts Executive As a member of the state’s Kathleen Bright Coastal Erosion Commission, takingly drafting Municipal states that prices carbon emis- not an option we can afford. Judy Russi we found that the replacement Vulnerability Preparedness sions from power plants and Jack Clarke is the director Legal Advertising cost for the buildings and con- plans, documenting their ex- sends the proceeds back to the of public policy and govern- Ellen Bertino Printer tents exposed to our quickly posure to climate change and participating states. ment relations at Mass Audu- Concord Monitor (N.H.) eroding shoreline was more considering how they’ll de- Under state requirements, bon. than $7 billion – and that was fend themselves. 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COMMUNITY NEWS COMMUNITY CALENDAR

FRIENDS OF EAST * Gaby Thurston: Commu- ways you can help us to serve Community Meetings Friend of the East Boston Greenway BOSTON GREENWAY nity Outreach, MBTA East Boston. Volunteer at or Fourth Thursday of every month. * Neenah Estrella-Luna: contribute to the food pantry. COUNCIL MEETING Harbor View Neighborhood Association 6:30 p.m. at the Anna DeFronzo Center, Cimate Change & Art in East- Sing with the Festival of Les- First Monday of every month 395 Maverick St. AGENDA ie (survey) sons and Carols choir. Bring 6:30 p.m. at the Edward Brooke Charter The next Friends of East * Massport: Alina Coppola a dish to the monthly Sunday School, 145 Byron St. Maverick Central Neighborhood Association Boston Greenway Council & Stewart Dalzell evening community suppers. Third Wednesday of every month will be on Thursday, March * Christine Poff, Director: Participate in the Sunday wor- Jeffries Point Neighborhood Association 7 p.m. at Paris Street Community Center, 28, from 6:30 to 8 p.m. at the Community Preservation Act ship service. Help with Sun- Second Monday of every month. 112 Paris St. Anna DeFronzo Center (295 DEVELOPMENT: daySchool. Visit the Grace 6:30 p.m. at the Jeffries Point Yacht Club, Maverick Street, East Bos- Rich Jeffrey: 63 Marion St. Church web site at www. 565 Sumner St. Gove Street Citizens Association ton). Change from a 3 family to a gracechurcheastie.org or call Fourth Monday of every month Below is the March agen- 2 and add a roof deck. Owner the church at 617-569-5358 Orient Heights Neighborhood Association 6:30 p.m. at the Noddle Island Community da. occupied VOTE for more information. Third Monday of every month. Room, Logan Rental Car Center 1. Police Report (5 Min- David Lyons: 216 Brooks 6:30 p.m. at Ashley Street YMCA, 54 Ash- utes) St. Change roof from pitched HARBOR VIEW ley St. Eagle Hill Civic Association Last Wednesday of every month 2. Naming of Greenway to flat to add space. Owner oc- NEIGHBORHOOD (5 Minutes) cupied INFORMATIONAL 7 p.m. at East Boston High School Cafete- 3. BPDA East Boston Jeff Drago: 197 Condor ASSOCIATION ria, 86 White St. Planning (15 Minutes) St.Demolish existing struc- AGENDA and Richard Riamondi. Archi- after-school programming for BPDA neighborhood-wide ture & erect a 4 story building April 1, 2019 HVNA Meet- with 6 Parking spaces VOTE tect Frank DelMuto EAST BOSTON at-risk teens, a Summer Pro- planning study + East Boston ing At 6:30 p.m. (doors open gram, as well as nutritional 88 White St. Restore his- • Subdivide lot and build a SOCIAL CENTER Open Space Meeting recap at 6pm) 3 story 2 unit house next to ex- and social and recreational toric buildings (red house and 4. MassPort (10 Min- Brooke Charter School isting owner occupied 2 fami- PIZZA AND COMEDY programming for seniors, and carriage house) and add an ad- utes) 145 Byron Street ly house (30min) community space for advoca- dition to carriage house creat- FUNDRAISER ● Update on Piers Park Welcome/ Introduction Next meeting May 6, 2019 cy, self-help and community ing 2 additional units. VOTE East Boston Social Cen- II and upcoming charrette (5min) Visit us at: https://www. groups. 5. Maintenance (15 Min- Richard Lynds: 104 Princ- ters to Hold Annual Pizza and Station 7 Update Sgt. Mar- facebook.com/groups/harbor- Comedy Fundraiser April 11. Ticket price of $35 per per- utes) eton St. Renovate, erect ad- tin & Officer Dan Simons viewna/ son includes unlimited cheese ● Study ongoing: dition with roof deck, extend The East Boston Social (10min) Center will hold its Annual pizza and soft drinks and a Flooding along Boston Parks living space in to basement Announcements (5min) hilarious comedy show with Department section and erect rear decks. INFO. EAST BOSTON Spring Fundraiser, a Pizza Dr. Neenah Estrella-Lu- and Comedy night at Prince some of the area’s best come- ● Bulletin Board In- 34 W.Eagle St. Renovate, na, Climate Change Survey BRANCH LIBRARY Restaurant in Saugus, on the dians. Other menu items and a stallation erect addition with roof deck, (15min) EVENTS evening of Thursday April 11, cash bar are also available for 6. Barr Foundation Water- extend living space in to base- Massport Update, Anthony 365 Bremen Street 2019 – doors open at 6:30 p.m. purchase. front Initiative Grant Update ment and erect rear decks. Guerriero Assistant Director East Boston, MA 02128 We look forward to seeing you There is also a Raffle for an + Discussion (10 Minutes) INFO. Community Relations (5 min) 617-569-0271 and sharing a great night of assortment of gift certificates, ● BSLA Design Chal- 199 Trenton St. Erect ad- Development Presentations ESOL Intermediate En- laughs, pizza and friendship. sports tickets, baskets and lenge update dition with a roof deck, ex- 198 Byron Street 2nd Pre- glish Class The East Boston Social much more. Chances are $20 tend living space and change ● Spring / summer ac- sentation and VOTE Owners: Wednesdays and Fridays Center is a 501(C) 3 non-profit for a book of 10 (Need not be occupancy from 2 to 4 units. tivities Mattye DeWhirst and Der- from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. multi-service agency that has present to win). INFO. ek Curley, Architect Frank Starting on February 6. served the children, families, Thank you for your con- EHCA MEETING DelMuto This is an adult ESL In- and senior citizens of East tinued generosity to the East • Put an addition on existing AGENDA GRACE CHURCH termediate English class for Boston since its founding over Boston Social Centers and single family home (20min) people with some English 100 years ago, in 1918. support of the community of The Eagle Hill Civic As- NEWS SERVICES 37 Horace Street 1st Pre- experience. You will review Net proceeds from this East Boston. We look forward Grace Church Federated is sociation will hold its March sentation Owner Joseph Trich- grammar basics, learn how to event will support the Social to seeing you on April 11th! an Episcopal/United Church Meeting on Wednesday, illio, Atty. Richard Lynds offer and request advice, talk Centers’ programs, which To purchase tickets for the March 27, at 7 p.m. at East of Christ church located at • Demolish existing 3 fam- about future hopes and plans, serve over a thousand mem- event or for raffle chances, Boston High School inside 760 Saratoga Street in East ily home to build a 9 Unit and fix common mistakes in bers of the East Boston and please call Marisa at (617) the cafeteria. Boston. All are welcome. structure with 9 parking spac- English pronunciation! Greater Boston community 569-3221 ext. 107, email at The agenda is as follows: Please join us for Sunday es (30min) Registration is required. To each year. The Social Centers [email protected] - or * Officer Danny Simons morning worship at 9:30 a.m., 704 Saratoga Street 2nd register and for more infor- provide fully licensed and contact any of our Board & Sgt. Jim Martin: Station 7 followed by a coffee hour. presentation Owner Matt mation, please visit us, call accredited Early Learning members. Updates We also have a food pantry Kramer, Atty. Richard Lynds 617.859.2446, or email litera- and After School programs You may also purchase * Lara & Ryan: EHCA on Saturdays from 10 a.m. • Project update (20 min) [email protected]. for children ages two months tickets online at: https://www. Beautification Committee until noon in the church base- 61-63 Horace Street 1st Classes are free. through fourteen years, free ebsoc.org/new-events/ Update ment. There are a number of Presentation, Owners: Terese

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High school seniors who reside Female high school seniors who in the City of Boston, Chelsea, reside in East Boston and are Revere or Winthrop and are interested in applying for the interested in applying for the Donna Rauseo Memorial Lowell L. Richards III Memorial Scholarship must have Scholarship must have community community service experience service experience and must and must submit a 1,000-word submit a 1,000-word essay. To be essay. To be considered, all considered, all academic and academic and residency criteria residency criteria must also be met. must also be met. Scholarship applications must be received by Massport no later Scholarship applications must than 5:00 p.m. on Friday, April be received by Massport no later 26, 2019. For more information on than 5:00 p.m. on Friday, April the Lowell L. Richards III Memorial 26, 2019. For more information Scholarship, including an on the Donna Rauseo Memorial application checklist, please visit: Scholarship, including an application www.massport.com checklist, please visit: www.massport.com Page 6 THE EAST BOSTON TIMES-FREE PRESS Wednesday, March 27, 2019 EAST BOSTON CHAMBER OF COMMERCE HONORS BUSINESSES, ORGANIZATIONS, AND INDIVIDUALS HELPING EAST BOSTON PROSPER n Thursday, March 16 at at the Hilton Garden Inn on Boardman Street, the East Boston Chamber of Commerce recognized individuals who in their own way have made Oa difference to the betterment for our community at their annual Prosperity Awards. According to the Chamber’s President Jim Kearney the Pros- perity Awards were established to honor and recognize Eastie’s most influential and impactful businesses and community leaders that are among the distinguished individuals who have made significant contributions to the economic and cultural prosperity of our community. This year’s recipients are: • Small Business: Joe Eagen, Squeaky Clean Car Wash • Restaurant of the Year: Anthony DiCenso, Rino’s • Workplace Advocate: Steve Snyder, East Boston Neighbor- hood Health Clinic • Non-Profit Organization and Leader: Anne Margaret Gutier- rez, East Boston YMCA • Public Service Award: Jim Kearney, BPS • Business Legacy Award: Steven Scire, Carlos Catering 2019 Prosperity Award Recipient and EBNHC Vice President Steve Snyder surrounded by his Health Center 'family'. • Business Woman of the Year: Patty Guzman, Lolly’s Bakery • Economic Growth And Development: Tom O’Brien, HYM • Buddy Mangini Award: Al Caldarelli, East Boston CDC

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Business Woman of the Year Patty Guzman, owner of Lolly’s Former East Boston YMCA Executive Director Anne Mar- Bakery, receives her award from EBCC President Jim Kear- garet Gutierrez receives the Non-Profit Organization and ney and Rep. Adrian Madaro. Leader award from EBCC President Jim Kearney and Rep. New EBCC President Jim Kearney received the first award of Adrian Madaro. the night for Public Service.

This year's Small Business award went to Joe Eagen, owner of Squeaky Clean Car Wash in Day Square. HYM's Tom O'Brien receives the Economic Growth And Development award from EBCC President Jim Kearney and EBNHC Vice President Steve Snyder receives the Workplace Rep. Adrian Madaro. Advocate award from EBCC President Jim Kearney and Rep. Adrian Madaro.

Rino's owner Anthony DiCenso picks up his Restaurant of the Year award from EBCC President Jim Kearney and Rep. Adrian Madaro.

Steven Scire, owner of Carlos Catering receives the Busi- ness Legacy Award from EBCC President Jim Kearney and East Boston Main Street Director Max Gruner was honored Rep. Adrian Madaro. for his work in the community by improving the neighbor- hood's business districts at last week's Prosperity Awards.

East Boston CDC's Executive Director Al Caldarelli is pre- sented with this year's Buddy Mangini Award.

Jane Simpson and EBCC HYM's Tom O'Brien Paul Travaglini, Salesian Boys & Girls Club Executive Direc- President Jim Kearney. and Margaret Farmer. tor Michael Triant, and Diana Hwang.

East Boston YMCA Executive Director Joey Gaeta (left) and Former East Boston YMCA his staff were on hand to support former Eastie Y Executive Executive Director Anne Director Anne Margaret Gutierrez who was a Prosperity Margaret Gutierrez and ISD's EBCC Executive Assistant Kar- EASTBOSTONCHAMBER.COM Award recipient this year. Claudia Correa. ina Hicks and Rosalie Petralia. Wednesday, March 27, 2019 THE EAST BOSTON TIMES-FREE PRESS Page 7

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my friends and neighbors to plenty of East Boston parents The Maverick Street Moth- block the trucks. People felt lice.” that could be used. protest the huge trucks carry- between their jobs and busy ers protest was in response the this radical ‘sit in’ approach The State Police arrived to After negotiations, Mass- ing fill along Maverick Street schedules that are taking their construction trucks bringing could be effective. restore order to the street and port agreed to use the alter- when the Maverick Mothers to the bird island flats section kids to practice, to school and fill for an Logan expansion It was decided that only native truck routes and the of the airport.” still showing up to community project. The trucks drove very women and children would refused to back down the State To honor this group of meetings and being engaged fast down the densely pop- participate in the demonstra- Police began to drag and push Maverick Mothers scored a brave woman that kick start- and I really do admire these ulated Maverick Street, cre- tion because many felt if men the mothers to the sidewalk major victory during the era ed a tradition of community parents in our community. ating an unsafe situation for were involved it might lead so the trucks could continue. of Logan expansion. activism in Eastie, City Coun- So this is one way I thought children, the elderly and the to fights and violence. The However, former Mayor Kev- In order to be eligible for cilor Lydia Edwards officially we could help parents that are mothers that took their chil- group notified the media, put in White, who was being kept the scholarship, applicants announced last Wednesday trying to better their future by dren out for walks or to run out a simple press release and abreast of the situation, sent in must be a local parent and res- the Boston Police to counter night at her Boston fundraiser going back to college or start- errands. on the next day, Sept. 28, the ident of East Boston and at- an annual scholarship that will ing college.” After a series of meetings demonstration began. the State Police’s use of force. pay tribute to the Maverick The founding donors of the with Massport officials there As the dump trucks arrived The Boston Police made tending, or planning to attend, Street Mothers. scholarship are all women and was no relief in spite of the the mothers, most pushing the trucks stop and ordered a Boston-area college within The annual scholarship will wive’s of elected officials in residents simply asking the their children in baby carriag- the protest to continue. one year. Each applicant must be awarded to parents want- the Boston delegation. Port Authority to use another es, blocked the street. That night the event was all supply a letter of recommen- ing to further their education “We hope to have our first route to haul the fill. “When the first truck - ar over the evening news. dation and a typed essay of no or are attending Boston-area major fundraiser in late sum- Frustration was grow- rived there was a lot of noise When Massport caught more than 500 words describ- colleges. mer or early fall and give out ing in the neighborhood and with the drivers yelling and wind the protests would not ing the importance of civic “So happy to have former- the first scholarship in No- former State Rep, the late cursing at the mothers,” end and continue the next ly created this scholarship vember so parents that are in George DiLorenzo, met with Maddalena remembers. “The day, Eastie’s elected officials engagement and community dedicate to the legacy of the school or starting school can the Maverick Street residents trucks began to roll closer and pointed out that there were activism. Semi-finalists will Maverick Street Mothers,” use the money for the follow- and the group decided to meet closer to the protesters and several other viable truck then be asked to complete and said Edwards. “There are ing semester,” said Edwards. on the street the next day and someone called the State Po- routes on Massport property in-person interview.

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ter by his side. Aidan ar- Kolderie, Harvard founded “It was our attitude that real- old beat up firehouse in my mix) have built there and how ‘homeboy’ to see a world- rived late last night in time to Fort Apache Studio in Rox- ly made people come. If you neighborhood and turn it into amazed I am at the quality of class facility like this in East- say goodbye,” said Massara. bury. wanted to put a microphone Fort Apache East Teen Cen- musicianship I was hearing in ie. I have a very good imagi- “I believe Joe was waiting for If you were into music, in the toilet — which we did ter,” said Harvard. “I can’t every classroom and studio or nation but it would have paled her. He went very peaceful- I mean really into music in — or if you wanted to put a begin to say how impressed I how proud I am as a fourth in comparison to Zumix. They ly. I sang ‘Sunday Morning’ the 1980s and early 1990s, microphone down your pants am with what these guys (Zu- generation Jeffries Point rock!” to him as the sun rose. Then WFNX was the only station — which we did — we didn’t opened a book of Rumi po- you listened to and local bands give a s!@#. We were willing ems to read to him. He had like The Pixies were your rock to try it and give you the ben- one ‘bookmarked,’ like he left gods. efit of the doubt. Not all of it it for me knowing that would If you ate, slept and stuck to the wall, but some of be the book I picked out of the breathed the alternative scene it ended up being really bril- thousand on the shelf. ‘Para- during that time you knew of liant. I went out every night. in and around ble of the World.’ And then I and respected Fort Apache for I went to The Rat and told opened the sliding glass door the enormous talent it record- people, ‘We have a studio! to let his soul out. I figured ed for over a decade. Bands You’ve got to come and check if it was anywhere as big as like The Pixies, Juliana Hat- it out.’ Climbing that moun- his personality it would need field, The Lemonheads, The tain was a lot of fun. It was all more room than a window.” Mighty Mighty Bosstones, about, Let’s find some great Where to Eat Harvard was born and Dinosaur Jr., Belly and Buf- bands and make some records Eastie raised in Eastie and attended falo Tom were just some of that don’t suck.” local schools. In a short You- the major groups and artists Harvard, who never forgot Tube documentary about his that either got their start or his Eastie roots, visited Zumix life produced by Messara, recorded at Fort Apache and Firehouse in 2015 to play a Harvard drove around his old later artists like Radiohead show during a benefit for the stomping grounds in Jeffries and Hole used the studio that community’s youth music and Check Out These Local Restaurants! Point, pointed out the bar became synonymous with Al- arts program. where he shined shoes while ternative Rock. After the show, Harvard his father held court inside, Harvard briefly became mingled with guests, talked ton’s old and visited his childhood sole owner, and the studio music with the younger folks, os est Spend $50 or more on food B n Restau home. became very active record- signed other people’s cop- alIa Ran Harvard graduated from ing Boston-area indie-rock ies of the “Legendary Locals It ~ Established 1924 ~ t and/or drinks before tax and Harvard University and the groups. of East Boston” book (he is Ivy Leaguer got the ‘Harvard’ “We were the most gross- featured as is his father, Joe get $10 off your bill!! nickname while working in a ly over-educated rock music Incagnoli) and was amazed Cambridge record store while studio in the history of the at how great the Zumix Fire- Not valid for take-out. Coupon can not be combined with any other offer. Check splitting not permitted, additional restrictions may apply. attending college. f@#$ing world,” said Har- house on Sumner Street came Coupon good thru 3-31-2019 In 1986, with fellow Ivy vard in an article for the Con- out. Restaurant Leaguers and friends Sean sequence of Sound’s feature “At the height of Fort 387 Chelsea St., East Boston 1-800-498-9539 www.jeveli.com Slade, Jim Fitting and Paul on the history of Fort Apache. Apache I wanted to buy this

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Rep. Adrian Madaro with residents and cafe owners during his Coffee Hour. Rep. Adrian Madaro greets constituents during his coffee hour.

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TOBIN BRIDGE simultaneous work on this years. This work will elimi- GOVERNOR'S GARDEN CONSOLIDATES PROJECT TO START infrastructure which was con- nate the need for weight re- structed in the middle of the strictions and postings, and WITH KINSHIP FLORAL APRIL 1 20th century and hasn’t been MassDOT will use accelerat- CHELSEA - The Massa- rehabilitated since the 1970s ed construction techniques to chusetts Department of Trans- in order to ensure its contin- shorten the overall construc- portation (MassDOT) an- ued use and reliability and tion time. nounced the Department will minimize the overall impact For more information on be rehabilitating the surface on commuters and the local traffic conditions travelers are of the Tobin Bridge and com- community,” said Highway encouraged to: plete required maintenance to Administrator Jonathan Gul- •Dial 511 before heading improve the structure which liver. “We thank travelers for out onto the roadways and se- will require lane closures and their patience as MassDOT lect a route to hear real-time result in significant traffic begins this necessary proj- conditions. impacts on the Tobin Bridge ect, and we encourage every- •Visit www.mass511.com, and Chelsea Curves section of one traveling throughout the a website which provides re- Route 1 beginning April 1. Route 1 area to make smart al-time traffic and incident These impacts will lead to commuting decisions such as advisory information, access increased travel times on sec- considering public transit, us- to traffic cameras, and allows tions of Route 1 northbound ing the appropriate technolo- users to subscribe to text and and southbound for drivers gy apps to find the best route email alerts for traffic condi- and MBTA bus customers. and time to travel, and build- tions. The Department also re- ing extra time into their com- •Follow MassDOT on leased details about transit mutes to account for potential Twitter @MassDOT to re- options available to travelers roadway congestion.” ceive regular updates on road such as free fares in the in- The MBTA said they will and traffic conditions. bound direction on the SL3 be offering the free fares on •Check parking availability bus line offered at the Chel- the Silver Line and the Com- at the T’s 8 largest garages @ sea, Bellingham Square, Box muter Rail during construc- MBTA_Parking. District, and Eastern Avenue tion. •Download MassDOT’s stops for the duration of con- “During construction, free GoTime mobile app and view struction. The MBTA also fares are being offered for real-time traffic conditions be- announced that they will be Silver Line 3 (SL3) inbound fore setting out on the road. running additional MBTA customers at certain station Blue Line trains to additional stops and additional Blue Line BROADWAY capacity, and these measures train capacity is being added. AFFORDABLE will be funded by MassDOT In addition, public transit cus- Highway Division project tomers will be able to use a HOUSING PROJECT funds. CharlieCard to travel between BACK BEFORE ZBA A longtime name in the floral business in the Town of Winthrop will be closing. Owner Carole Beginning April 1, lane North Station and Chelsea on CHELSEA - A revised Abrams Palmariello announced she will be retiring and closing The Governor’s Garden on March closures on the Tobin Bridge the Commuter Rail,” said affordable housing develop- 31, 2019. A “consolidation sale” is currently going on at 3 Crest Avenue, Winthrop. northbound will be put in MBTA General Manager ment at the corner of Broad- Palmariello’s niece, Kerri Abrams, owner of Kinship Floral at 245 Revere St., Revere, will take over operations of Governor’s Garden under Kinship’s flag, including servicing of the Governor Gar- place, although two of three Steve Poftak. “Some MBTA way and Clinton Street is back den’s website and business phone number. travel lanes will be open customers on certain bus before City boards, and now it during daytime hours. One routes will experience delays, Kinship Owner, Kerri Abrams said, “Kinship is humbled to announce that we will be taking the features fewer units with all at reigns of Governor’s Garden, a floral shop led by my aunt, Carole Abrams Palmariello that has of the three travel lanes on so we urge riders to consider affordable rates. the Tobin Bridge northbound taking advantage of these ad- served the Winthrop community for over 40 years. My brother Corey and I have many fond child- Late last year, the Zoning hood memories at Governor’s Garden. We are honored to continue the wonderful business built will be open during overnight ditional travel options being Board of Appeals (ZBA) nar- by Carole and we welcome Governor’s Garden customers to the Kinship family. Congratulations hours. offered during construction.” rowly denied the 42 unit af- Beginning by early May, to our aunt Carole on her 43 years of business. You’re an amazing trailblazer for women in small MassDOT’s traffic model- fordable- and market-rate res- business and we wish you the happiest retirement. You certainly earned it" Route 1 travel lanes in ing suggests that on Route 1 idential development at 1001 the Chelsea Curves area will northbound, afternoon peak Broadway (Midas site) in a be reduced so that two of travel times could increase in vote that was based on cre- three north and southbound duration and have significant ating more homeownership is an attempt to address the ing spaces will be available new affordable units in Chel- travel lanes will be open in the delays. Vehicle backups are opportunities in the City. The concerns of the board and for the public to access Mill sea, and praised the efforts daytime. One of three north expected to extend onto the project included nine units neighbors, according to Dave Creek from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. TND has already made to cre- and southbound travel lanes I-93 ramps, along the Lever- of market-rate housing and Traggorth of the Traggorth In addition, Traggorth said the ate safe and modern afford- will be open during overnight ett Connector, and towards enhanced access to the Mill Companies. developers will give the city able units in the city. A recent hours. Rutherford Avenue. On Route Creek waterfront. “Our goals have not $15,000 for intersection im- affordable housing lottery in “MassDOT is carrying out 1 southbound, morning peak The Suffolk County Land changed,” said Traggorth. “It provements in the area. the city saw more than 3,000 National travel times could similarly Court remanded the contro- is to create affordable homes With the decrease in units applicants for 34 units, with increase in duration with sig- versial Zoning Board afford- for Chelsea residents and to and the elimination of the more than 1,200 of those ap- NationalDays nificant delays expected. able housing denial on Broad- provide public access to Mill commercial space, TND Proj- plications coming from Chel- MassDOT is carrying out way back to the ZBA with a Creek.” ect Manager Steve Laferriere sea residents. DaysTODAY! work on the Tobin Bridge revised plan. The major revisions to the said there will be less of an “There is a clear need for and Chelsea Curves section Monday night, the revised proposed $15 million project impact on parking in traffic in affordable housing as rents Feb.TODAY! 6 of Route 1 at the same time version of the development, include cutting the total num- the area than the initial pro- continue to go up in the Chel- March 27 so that these projects will a partnership between the ber of units from 42 to 38, posal. sea area,” said resident Sandy Lame Duck Day be completed in 2021. If the Traggorth Companies and making all the units afford- District 3 City Council- Maynard. Scribble Day Frozen Yogurt Day projects were done at sepa- The Neighborhood Develop- able, and eliminating the fifth lor Joe Perlatonda, who rep- City Manager Tom Am- story of the building that had resents the area where the brosino said he continues to Joe Day rate times, drivers would be ers (TND), was back before Girls & Women in inconvenienced for additional the ZBA. The revised plan been proposed for the Broad- affordable housing will be support the TND/Traggorth SpanishSports Paella Day Day way side of the development. built, said he is still opposed partnership. The commercial space on to the project, citing a burst of “The number one com- the first floor in the initial pro- recent development in the city plaint I receive as City Man- BPDA Income Restricted Housing Rental Opportunity posal has also been eliminat- that will increase parking and ager from residents is the lack

Feb. 7 ed. traffic. of affordable housing,” said March 28 Lucky Strike Residency Periodic Table Day “We have reviewed the Perlatonda said the park- Ambrosino. 281 Adams Street, Dorchester, MA 02122 plans based on the ZBA rec- ing and traffic issues around Ambrosino said he under- Something on a FettuccineStick Day Alfredo Three Income Restricted Units ommendations, and the com- Broadway and Clinton Street stands the concerns about Day mercial space will now be a are already a nightmare for traffic and parking, but said Black Forest # of Units bedrooms Price Income Limit community room,” Traggorth neighbors, and that the Trag- the impacts of any project has SendCake a Card Day to a said. to be weighed against the ben- Friend Day One Studio $1,094 up to 70% gorth/TND project will only Triglycerides Day The project needs special make it worse. He said the efits, and that the benefits of One 1-Bedroom $1,277 up to 70% permits due to a slightly larger City should take a look at oth- affordable housing at Broad- Feb. 8 One 2-Bedroom $1,459 up to 70% than allowed lot coverage, and er uses for the property, such way and Clinton tip the scales for not meeting City parking as a new public library on Mill in favor of the project. Boy Scouts Day Income Minimums Apply unless household has housing assistance March 29 like a mobile Section 8, VASH, etc. requirements. The Broadway Creek. While state law prohibits Kite Flying Day housing will have 42 parking But the majority of people the developers from offering Lemon Chiffon Maximum Income per Household Size (2018 limits, provided by BPDA) spots, where 52 are required who spoke during the public the affordable units to Chelsea CakeIowa Day HH size 70% by the city. hearing said they supported residents only, the developers Nevada Day Thirty one of those park- the creation of sorely needed said they would work to make 1 $52,850 sure the maximum units al- Mom & Pop 2 $60,400 lowable are for Chelsea resi- Business Owners dents. Feb. Day9 3 $67,950 The Planning Board will Pizza Day 4 $75,450 take up the project at its March 30 March 26 meeting, and then it Toothache Day 5 $81,500 will come back to the ZBA at Doctors Day Bagel Day its April 9 meeting for a pos- Applications are available during the 10-day application period: sible vote, according to ZBA Pencil Day Monday, April 8 to Friday, April 19, 2019 Chair Janice Tatarka.

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News // CONTINUED FROM PAGE 10 year, long-term capital and cluded due to this policy. Chil- for the building trades. She budget request is beginning “We are an urban airport,” be eligible for soundproofing. operating projections; and dren will no longer be denied was nominated to the commit- at $64,641,265, up from said Falvio Leo, director of The property owner will get a regular reporting on city fi- $100 a month in welfare ben- tee by the North Shore Labor $61,817,334 or a $2.8 million Aviation Planning and Strate- letter from Massport inform- nances with budget-to-actuals efits based on when they were Council. increase. gy at MassPort several times. ing them of the soundproof submitted to the city council conceived. A recent report from the at- The Town Council will vote On Monday night, the En- program and how to go about monthly and investment state- This change will be retroac- torney general’s office showed on the final FY20 budget in vironmental and Health Sub- getting into the program. ments shared quarterly. tive to Jan. 1, 2019. that $10 million interest and June. committee of the MassPort The fear is that the contour The rating continues to be “I’m proud to stand along- penalties in charged in fiscal “The ‘asks’ are significantly Community Advisory Com- would have shrunk more and driven by the development of side so many of my colleagues year 2018 and 241 job sites bigger than the budget,” Faison mittee (CAC) met with resi- fewer homes would be eligi- the $2.6 billion Encore Boston in the House to vote to repeal were visited in investigations. said. “Winthrop has very little dents of Winthrop and those ble. Harbor, which has had a nota- the family welfare cap. This Just a month ago an Ipswich financial flexibility and we are in “line of sight” communities This added to the overall ble effect on property values, cap is harmful to our children construction company and its handcuffed by Proposition 2 such as Somerville, Watertown feeling of frustration of the and will add $25 million in - and denies assistance to our owners were cited $580,611 in ½.” and Chelsea. 30-40 people who attended the annual recurring revenues to neediest families,” said Rep. restitution and penalties for vi- Faison outlined his priorities Members of the Winthrop meeting. Most every resident the City’s coffers once com- Joe McGonagle. “By voting to olations of state wage and hour and highlights of the budget Airport Hazards Committee of Point Shirley got up and left plete and will increase by 2.5 lift this cap, we will give fam- laws, according to Attorney proposal. attended the meeting, includ- the meeting. percent annually. The casino ilies the resources they need General Maura Healey. The Budget Priorities: ing Winthrop’s CAC represen- There were endless stories is one of three licensed in the to take care of their kids. It’s AG’s office issued six cita- • Conservative and realistic tative Jerry Falbo who telecon- of sleepless nights, homes that state under current legislation a great step forward.” tions against ERA Equipment revenue projections. ferenced in from Florida. Also, airplanes shake, windows that and will be the closest casino The bill now moves to the LLC and its owners, Kristen • Ensure current free cash there was Pre. 3 Councilor shake and even one tale of a to Boston. Senate for their approval. and Angelo Ciardiello, for a levels, to maintain the Town’s Nick LoConte and Councilor straight A high school student Besides the casino, S & P Upon final passage, the Gov- range of wage theft violations bond rating. Phil Boncore. who drives to the Target park- also cited that additional re- ernor has 10 days to approve including failing to pay over- • Work in conjunction with “A flight pattern is not ing lot in Revere so he can cent residential and mixed-use of or veto the bill. time and the prevailing wage. the School Department and a noise pattern,” said Wig sleep. development has aided further “The taskforce job to over- School Committee. Zamore, chair of Massport One option floated by Mat- tax base expansion. These de- GETTING THE WORD see Lynn so we can help bring • Continue the town’s ag- CAC Environment and Health thew Romero, the first execu- velopments include: OUT ABOUT WAGE cases to the Attorney Gener- gressive pension funding Committee. tive director for the Massport •The newly opened, Pio- al’s office if they occur,” San- schedule. The agenda for the meeting Community Advisory Com- neer, a mixed-used develop- THEFT tora said. “We hope none oc- Budget Highlights: included an overview of the mittee, was that town come ment that contains 284 apart- LYNN -Quite simply, wage cur. Hopefully the ordinance • $2.3 million in growth of noise abatement, soundproof- up with its own funding for ment units and 2,100 square theft happens when someone will get people to do the right FY20 v. FY19, which will go ing and the regulatory context soundproofing. feet of retail space and a park- does work and is not paid for thing.” primarily to increased fixed for soundproofing process in- Town Council President ing garage; it. Santora added that wage costs, the Winthrop Public cluding the application of the Ron Vecchia shook his head •WoodWaste, a residential “Immigrants are easy tar- theft does affect everybody. It Schools, and town depart- noise model and noise mea- and questioned what he just project that will include 545 gets, most don’t realize it’s a can be anything from people ments; surements. heard. rental units. crime,” said Kathleen Santo- not being paid to or not being • No additional positions Leo explained that they “I will be requesting Con- They expect the city’s ra, a member of the recently allowed to take lunch breaks, and minimal salary increases; have had a soundproofing pro- gresswoman Kathryn Clarke economy will likely remain appointed to the Lynn Wage not being paid overtime, peo- • Addition of several new gram since 1985, where win- to join Congressman Steven strong throughout the two- Theft Taskforce and a union ple working differential shifts software platforms across dows, doors and air condition- Lynch in supporting his bill to year outlook period. painter representing the Paint- and not getting the money, any various departments that will ing units have been installed. increase funding of the FAA ers Union District Council 35 way in which somebody is ensure greater accountability, To date more than $170 mil- for a soundproof program for The long-term rating re- Local 939. “But wage theft entitled to wages and they are transparency, and delivery of lion dollars have been spent of communities impacted by Lo- flects the strong economy, with can happen to anyone in any not being delivered. People services; the program. He said the mon- gan Airport,” Vecchia said. access to a broad and diverse industry.” paying in cash are also violat- • Focus on several policy ey for the program comes from Prior to working for Mass- metropolitan statistical area. “We have a very strong or- ing the wage theft laws. and project initiatives includ- the FAA and not MassPort. port, Romero was employed In addition to, strong man- dinance in Lynn, it has some “It’s rampant, it’s in every ing the Center Business Dis- He also explained thorough- for 12 years by the MWRA. agement with good financial teeth in it and can actually industry – from the lowest trict Infrastructure Project, the ly how noise is measured by a “Are you going to sound- policies and practices, strong do something,” Santora said. worker to union construction Pauline Street Middle School Federal Aviation Administra- proof the homes you did 30 budgetary performance, and Having a taskforce in place sometimes, not paying over- site, a town-wide master plan, tion model called AEDT. This years ago,” said Boncore. The strong institutional framework also makes a difference. time, is unacceptable, or a and the Win/2030 Strategic model is the same no matter answer was they would study score. The Wage Theft Taskforce, contractor may short someone Plan. what airport you are near in the it. Mayor DeMaria stated, comprised of one (1) designee on their hours,” Santora said. • Faison also outlined a cap- United States. Logan Airport is one of the “The state of our city is strong submitted by the Lynn City Santora stressed that wage ital improvement plan, which “It doesn’t matter if you’re oldest airports in the United and I am proud and honored Council, one (1) designee sub- theft hurts not only the person calls for a new roof on the here or in San Francisco the States. Also being considered that Standard and Poor’s mitted by the Mayor, one (1) whose wages are being stolen library and the repair of the model is the same,” Leo said. in the noise is flight patterns Global Ratings has given us representative chosen by the but it hurts honest business Cummings School playground. The model, he said, creates (an FAA choice), the control one of their highest ratings. Lynn City Council from a list people who are being undercut Faison has been with the a noise contour which shows tower and the weather. The air- These ratings ensure that we provided by the North Shore by people who are not playing town for seven months and this the decibel levels around the port operates on six runways will save hundreds of thou- Labor Council, one (1) repre- fair. is his first budget for the Town airport. The cut-off for the and four configurations. It gets sands of dollars in borrowing sentative chosen by the Lynn “Every taxpayer is affected of Winthrop. soundproofing program is 65 complaints from the South costs. Saving our residents City Council from a list pro- by this because money is be- “The town revenue is reli- DBL if you are outdoors the Shore and communities all critical funds and allowing vided by the Lynn Area Cham- ing lost,” Santora said. ant on state aid and property level is 45 DBL indoors. An around the airport. us to reinvest into city ser- ber of Commerce, one (1) taxes,” said Winthrop’s CFO image of contour boundaries As for pointing the finger vices, which are critical to our representative chosen by the OFFICIALS START Anna Freedman. from the 1970s to 2016 shows at Terminal E expansion, Leo community. Everett is a great Lynn City Council from a list OUTLINING FY 20 the contour area shrinking said it has not started yet. place to invest right now.” provided by the North Shore RESIDENTS UPSET meaning that there is less noise ”It is an intolerable condi- BUDGET Latino Business Association, AT MASSPORT impact on certain communities tion on Point Shirley, over 65 one (1) representative chosen WINTHROP - Town Man- near the airport. DBL is considered uninhabit- McGONAGLE GETS WINTHROP - Residents of BENEFITS FOR by the Lynn City Council from ager Austin Faison outlined the There are 30 noise monitors able,” Falbo said. a list provided by the North FY20 budget on Tuesday night Point Shirley and other area at Logan, six sites in Winthrop. “The FAA is looking at im- FAMILIES IN NEED Shore Building Trades Coun- at the annual spring forum at residents went to the Logan “The FAA will only look plications countrywide,” Leo EVERETT - Rep. Joe cil, one (1) representative cho- the high school. Center at Logan Airport on at modeled information” Leo said. McGonagle along with his sen by the Lynn City Council While nothing is written in Monday night with the hopes said. “They have to draw the “The problem is the FAA colleagues in the House an- from a list provided by the stone yet, it appears that offi- of getting some answers as to line somewhere.” isn’t here right now,” said resi- nounced that they passed leg- Lynn Worker Center, and one cials are seeking to increase why airplanes seem louder, A new contour map will be dent Gail Miller. islation that lifts a decades-old (1) representative from the the FY20 budget by about 4.5 why these planes fly through- published this spring. Depend- Vecchia said the absence of family welfare cap. Lynn community chosen by percent than the FY19 bud- out the night and what’s the ing on how the contours flow, the night curfew has been dev- Rep. McGonagle was one the Lynn City Council from a get. All totaled the balanced status of the soundproofing some homes in Winthrop may astating in the last year. of the co-sponsors of this list provided by New Lynn Co- program. measure and advocated in fa- alition. Members of the Wage vor to lift this cap. In conjunc- Theft Advisory Committee tion with other co-sponsors, may be reappointed annually he helped deliver powerful and must be appointed no later testimony earlier this month at than the second meeting of the Public Meeting a hearing of the Joint Commit- new year. tee on Children, Families, and The wage ordinance was Persons with Disabilities. passed by the Lynn City Coun- The family cap, which was cil in March 2018 after it was established in Massachusetts offered as a motion by then in 1995, prohibits children City Councilor and now State from accessing Transitional Representative Peter Capano. Aid to Families with Depen- “A business owner has the dent Children (TAFDC) if opportunity to do the right 2 Ford Street they were born after the date thing and pay up. Then they a qualifying family first began can continue doing business receiving benefits. Lifting the as usual with a bond to cover Tuesday, April 16th 54 Ashley Street cap will extend cash benefits paying the employee for a year to the 8,700 Massachusetts or it can end up in the attorney 6:30 PM - 8:00 PM East Boston YMCA children and their families general’s office,” said Santo- East Boston, MA 02128 who have previously been ex- ra, who is a leading advocate Project Proponent: Northgate Dental Center MG2 Group LLC Project Description: A General & Multi-Specialty Practice MG2 Group, LLC propose to construct a four-story, mixed-use development totaling approximately Specializing in Emergency Care 28,050 square feet. The proposed project will have twenty-seven (27) units which includes four (4) IDP • Fillings, Crowns & Bridges • Cosmetic Dentistry Units, and one (1) commercial unit. In addition, the development will have twenty-five (25) off-street • Extractions Veneers, Invisalign, Bleaching, Botox Injections parking spaces. • Root Canal Treatment • Digital Radiographs • Gum Treatment • State-of-the-Art Sterilization Techniques • Partials, Dentures • Microscope Aided Dentistry mail to: John Campbell • F. Mobed, D.M.D. Endodontist (Root Canal Specialist) Boston Planning & Development Agency • R. Satayosh, D.M.D. Periodonstist (Gum Specialist) Close of Public Comment Period One City Hall Square, 9th Floor and Implant surgeon 4/26/2019 • V. Varasteh, D.M.D. (Cosmetic Dentistry) Boston, MA 02201 • L. Parsi, D.M.D. phone: 617.918.4248 email: [email protected] www.ngdental.com BostonPlans.org @BostonPlans

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By John Lynds ment earlier this month. One Crimes reported when Domestic aggravated as- However, commercial bur- Crime in the neighborhood,” According to statistics re- comparing the same period in sault has remained the same glaries rose from zero to 9 said Simons. “Last year we East Boston has experi- leased by the Boston Police 2018 with 2019. In total so far at 6 while non-domestic ag- when comparing the same had only 658. We have come enced a decrease in Part One that compares Jan. 1, 2018 this year there have been only gravated assault dropped from time period in 2018 to 2019. along way. We believe it is be- Crime that include rapes, ho- through March 10, 2018 with 91 Part One Crimes compared 17 to 9. District A-7 Officer Dan cause of the work of the com- micides, burglaries and other the same time period for 2019 to the 124 incidents that oc- Rape or attempted rape Simons pointed out that crime munity and the police and the serious crimes in 2019 ac- overall Part One Crime is cured between the same time dropped so far this year when in Eastie has been on a down- two of us working together. A cording to statistics released down 27 percent in Eastie. frame in 2018. compared to 2018 with 3 in- ward spiral since 1999. lot of the most serious crimes by the Boston Police Depart- There were 33 less Part In 2018 there were 43 lar- cidents last year compared to “Twenty years ago we had have gone way way down cenies reported but that num- only 1 this year. 1,322 incidents of all Part One since 1999.” ber has dropped to 34 so far this year. Community Officer Dan Simons said there was also a huge decrease in robbery and attempted robberies. In 2018 East Boston Ecumenical Community there were 21 reports of rob- bery and attempted robberies. That number has dropped to Council receives support grant just 8 this year. Residential burglaries have By John Lynds new communities and to ad- and dreams for their futures; remained the same at 10 and vance their educational and the nature of their refugee ex- there have been zero other The East Boston Ecumen- vocational goals, may become perience can hinder integra- burglaries so far in Eastie this ical Community Council uncertain about their future, tion into the local community, year. (EBECC) Executive Director and may engage in anti-social and here is the relevance of the Larceny from a motor ve- Frank Ramirez announced last behavior and activity or be- RYM program.” hicle has also dropped from week that the Eastie non-prof- come at-risk for depression or The RYM program will 18 incidents in the same time it that serves the communi- social isolation.” match eligible youth with ty’s immigrant population Ramirez added that con- mentors who will support suc- District A-7 Sergeant Jimmy Martin and Community Officer Dan period in 2018 to 9 in 2019 and auto theft dropped from received a grant to launch a necting refugee youth to car- cessful integration and help Simons goes over the most recent crime stats at a community ing and supportive members the youth to thrive. Activities meeting in East Boston. 6 to 4. new refugee support service program. of the community. under the program will focus The EBECC Refugee Youth “Mentors in the commu- on the following areas: Mentoring (RYM) program nity can provide invaluable • Development of so- District Seven Police Report will be funded by a $40,000 support as they adjust to their cial and life skills. grant from the Commonwealth communities and learn to • Helping youths to of Massachusetts’ Office of identify, and strive to achieve learn American culture while Monday, March 11, 2019 area of 60 Paris St. a 22 year Possession with Intent to Dis- Refugees and Immigrants their educational or vocational maintaining and celebrating Around 2 a.m. in the area of old male with a Chelsea, MA tribute Class B, Drugs (ORI) to ensure a positive path goals, ultimately facilitating the youths’ cultural heritage. 104 Falcon St., a 38 year old address was arrested for As- towards social and economic social and economic integra- • Providing opportu- male with an East Boston ad- sault & Battery and Intimida- Friday, March 15, 2019 integration. tion,” he said. nities for social engagement dress was arrested for Assault tion of a Witness No Arrests Ramirez said the primary Ramirez said bringing to- with peers. & Battery by Means of a Dan- goals of the RYM is to pro- gether mentors, government • Providing informa- gerous Weapon Thursday, March 14, 2019 Saturday, March 16, 2019 mote positive civic and so- resources and collaboration tion about opportunities to Around 8:45 a.m. in the Around 2p.m. in the area of cial engagement, as well as to platforms, the possibilities to participate in civic and com- Tuesday, March 12, 2019 area of 19 Chelsea St., a 26 174 Brooks St., a 32 year old support individual educational create a more engaging com- munity services activities. No Arrests year old male with a Lynn, male with an East Boston ad- and vocational advancement. munity for youths are endless. • Supporting youths in MA address was arrested for dress was arrested for Posses- Since its founding in 1978, “Many refugee youths learning English, math, and Wednesday, March 13, Assault & Battery by Means sion with Intent to Distribute, EBECC has served residents and young adults came to the other skills. 2019 of a Dangerous Weapon, Re- Class A, Drugs and Posses- of different racial, ethnic and United States running from Around 8:35 p.m. in the sisting Arrest and Disorderly sion with Intent to Distribute, national backgrounds, reflect- violence, conflicting pressures • Providing academic area of 251 Marion St., a 40 Conduct Class B, Drugs ing demographic changes in and often suffering or witness- support, such as helping with year old male with an East East Boston. Given the neigh- ing horrific situation, been vic- homework, and assisting with Boston address was arrested Around 6:45 p.m. in the Sunday, March 17, 2019 borhoods large and rapidly tims of violence, and experi- transitions in school such as for Assault & Battery area of 210 Border St., a 33 No Arrests growing Latino immigrant encing the loss of, or separation the transition between middle year old male with a Chelsea, population and the numerous from, family members, homes school and high school or high Around 8:30 p.m. in the MA address was arrested for challenges this population and communities,” he said. school to post-secondary edu- faces, EBECC has been focus- “Refugee youths may arrive to cation. ing on immigrants of all ages the United States with limited • Helping youths with since 2005. English proficiency and often career development including “We are thrilled to start this without social connections or skill building, resume draft- new program,” said Ramirez. family ties. However, they are ing, workers rights, and train- “Some refugee youths in Bos- incredible potential resources ing opportunities. ton, lacking adequate social for the community. Refugee • Supporting youths in BOOK YOUR SPOT youths arrive with unique in- developing health and finan- support to integrate into their dividual strengths, aspirations, cial literacy.

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The end of Portside at Pier I lookingworkforce towards Clippership development Wharf. ser ing Suffolk Downs, Wonder stronger neighborhoods in ev - vices in Revere to support lo Agenda Grant Program. The ery region in Massachusetts.” Paul Penta, Jr. land, a soon-to-close NECCO - Revere arm of The Neigh Traffic reports available upon request cal residents to acquire newly - Revere is rebuilding its - Antonetta Salamone Lt. Gov. Karyn Polito, Ann Houston ofplant, The Neighborhood and the MassDevelop Developers,- State Rep. RoseLee Vincent, borhood Developers (TND) created jobs. - economic and employment INDEPENDENT Bob O' Brien of Revere Economic Department,ment TDI Mayor Waterfront Brian Arrigo District. and Secretary of Housing and was one group given $50,000 - N E W S P A P E R G R O U P Real estate values continue to be strong in Revere Lt. Gov. 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Monday morning in the Revere City Councillock community-driven Chambers. re workforce development ser ing Suffolk Downs, Wonder Call your Rep. at 781-485-0588 By Sue Ellen Woodcock ‘BombDevelopment Secretary Cyclone’ Jay floods partsvices in Revereof to supportEastie lo sponses to local obstacles, - Ash came to Revere City Hall land, a soon-to-close NECCO - By John Lynds and promote economic devel - cal residents to acquire newly - $1.5 MILLION FOR The Revere real estate mar days on the market in 2016. to present the check to the plant, and the MassDevelop - ket in 2017 was definitely a INDEPENDENTEast Bostonians can take waterfront. opment opportunities through A mancreated stands jobs. on a retaining wall at- thement corner TDI of Waterfront Marginal and District. South Sales Rep Ext The number of listings in Nthe E W snow, S P A P E R Gwind, R O U P frigid cold and NeighborhoodReal estate Developers. values continue to be strong in Revere Bremen Streets. 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That coupled with an ex- tried to get barriers installed strong with rents ranging from According to figures from - eral“Inventory government,” is low Patch now and said.. - Mario said Revere is desir noise from millions of cars, effect. The blizzard-force a continuous 7.5-mile rail trail 2016. TrailMario has isbeen lookingBy in John development Lynds forward the Massachusetts Associa in 2011 and received no re $1,200 to $3,000. Cleat noted between Route 16 and Cope everyone is looking toward able because of its proximity and now some city councillors running from West Everett, Homes also were also on tofor the over spring 20 years. market, The drawing North landtion ofCircle. Realtors, the median Keefe noted that more af - sponse. that if someone is paying big Of the over forty thousand scores of people in 2001 while thefluent spring,” communities Celata said are often to Boston, and it’s a hidden - want to have Mayor Brian Ar through Malden and Revere the market 41 days, a 26.8 rent they just might be capable fromRevereresidents Boston segment whoand is surroundingcall a major East Boston salesWard prices 5 Councillor was $376,250, Charles -- “We shouldPlease see get FLOOD more re Page 2- others fled the lawless gang vi grantedThe rental sound market barriers. is also - gem with a beautiful beach. rigo contact the MassDOT to spect from the state and fed to the Saugus River and soon percent increase over the 56 of buying and taking advan communities.parthome, in the over project He half added that are createsfrom that Lat- Patch,a 4.9 increase Ward 4 Councillorover prices in install barriers along Route 1 Have you ever had an idea olence in their homeland. strongWardcommunity. with 2 Councillorrents ranging Ira from No - eral government,” Patch said.. into Lynn. The North Revere a continuousin American 7.5-mile countries. rail Oftrail that Patrick2016. Keefe and Ward 1 Mario is looking forward between Route 16 and Cope - for how you could make im tage of first-time homebuyers the Revere School system is Since the Bush Administra- $1,200-voselskyOn to Monday,$3,000.pointed Cleat outPresident that noted Sau Don- segment allows users to en runninghalf a from majority West hail Everett, from El Sal-CouncillorHomestion over also Joanne 200,000 were McKen also Salvadorians on to the spring market, drawing land Circle. Keefe noted that more af - provements to the Revere programs. - also a draw for buyers. thatgus ald if got someone Trump barriers announced is along paying Route thatbig he- continued attacks on legal res- fluent communities are often joy spectacular views of the Task Force. 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Wednesday, March 27, 2019 THE EAST BOSTON TIMES-FREE PRESS Page 13 Around the City POP! GOES er-pianist performs her show, forms Purcell’s “Dido and MARIAH CAREY “Generations of Her,” March Aeneas,”March 29,31, at New The iconic singer with surreal THE GABLES 30, 7:30 p.m., at Salem State England Conservatory’s Jordan vocal range headlines April 2, The public is invited to the free University Recital Hall, Central Hall, 30 Gainsborough St., 8 p.m., at Wang Theater at the opening reception for the new Campus, 71 Loring Ave., Salem. Boston. handelandhaydn.org. Boch Center, 270 Tremont St., exhibition, Friday, April 5, 5-7 Tickets salemstate.edu/access. Boston. 833-215-5121. p.m., at the House of the Seven NOISES OFF Gables Visitor Center, 115 Derby UNCLE LOUIE Firehouse Center for the Arts PINK FLOYD LASER St., Salem. RSVP at 7Gables.org/ VARIETY SHOW presents night of laughter with events. SPECTACULAR Carlo Russo and Lou Greco, Alnoba’s classic British farce, As part of the Anheuser-Busch DROR KEREN Italian-American Syracuse, NY “Noises Off,” through March 31, Concert Series, the Pink Floyd comedy team, bring their come- Market Square, Newburyport. The multi-award-winning Israeli Laser Spectacular illuminates dic videos, comedy sketches, $25, Firehouse members,10 per- playwright-actor-comedian is the elegant, renovated Emerson music and more to the Greater cent discount. 978-462-7336, Israeli Stage Company’s two- Colonial Theatre, 106 Boylston Boston Stage, April 6,at 8 p.m., firehouse.org. week artist-in-residence. leading St., Boston, March 29, 8 p.m. and April 7, 4 p.m., 395 Main St., a series of workshops through Ticket start at $30. 888-616- Stoneham. 781-279-2200,boxof- 9 WALLIS ST. March 27, at Brandeis University 0272 or visit the Box Office. fice@stonehamtheatreorg. 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Keren performs the world pre- venue are: Carlos Capacho, Latin April 5; Eliza Neals, April 6. 9 The Galleries host their annu- miere staged reading of his lat- Jazz Thursdays, March 28; Ann Wallis St., downtown Beverly. al gala Spring Fling fundrais- est play, “What Life Wants,” at Hampton Callaway: Jazz Goes 978-525-9093. er April 5, 7-9 p.m., with live Boston University’s Playwrights to the Movies, March 29; Jane music, appetizers, drinks and raf- Theater, 949 Commonwealth Advance tickets, $20; at the door, the Eliot Church of Newton, Bunnett and Maqueque, March NEW BLACK EAGLE fles, at 25 Exchange St., Lynn. Ave., Boston. RSVP required. $25.617-909-9211, galleries@ $25. Saturday, March 30, 3 p.m., 30; Manuel Valera, April 4; JAZZ BAND 474 Centre St., Newton. $20, at IsraeliStage.com. lynnart.com, galleriesatlynnarts. 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Ralph Towner, March Nancy Drew and the Power of drama, “Cardboard Piano,” based singer-songwriter Liz the Isabella Stewart Gardiner JOSHUA REDMAN 26; Avishai Cohen Quartet, the Teenage Girl,” March 28, through April 14, at Mosesian Frame is opening act. $24-$39. Museum of Boston.$15-$27. The March 28, and Carla Bley/Andy 6 p.m., at Charlestown Public Center for the Arts, MainStage QUARTET tickets.rockportmusic.org/single/ artistryjazzhorn.com. Sheppard/Steve Swallow, March Library branch of Boston Public Theater, 321 Arsenal St., World Music/CRASHarts SYOS.aspx?p+5846, 978-546- 29,30,all at 7:30 p.m. Bley and Library, Includes a book singing KISS Watertown. $25-$67, student,se- presents the Joshua Redman and reception. Free, open to all. 7391, rockportmusic.org. Quartet featuring Aaron Co. also at 10 p.m. 617-395- Live Nation presents the iconic nior, group discounts available. Goldberg, Reuben Rogers and 7757, regattabarjazz.com. band performing its End of the 617-923-8487, enwrap.org. TWELFTH NIGHT LEXINGTON Gregory Hutchinson, March Road World Tour, March 26 at Actors’ Shakespeare Project and SYMPHONY 31, at 7:30 p.m., at Sanders BOSTON JEWISH TD Garden,Boston.Tickets start COPPELIA the Lyric Stage Company of Jonathan McPhee directs the Theatre, 45 Quincy St., FILM FESTIVAL at &79. livenation.com. Boston Ballet presents George Boston open their production of orchestra in “Fresh Perceptions,” Balanchine’s full-length dance Cambridge.$30,$37,$48,$58. The ReelAbilities Film Festival Shakespeare’s “Twelfth Night,” featuring violinist Hana Chang, FIREHOUSE CENTER comedic tale of mistaken iden- worldmusic.org, 617-876-4275. Boston 2019, taking place in directed by multi-award win- March 30, 7:30 p.m., in Cary FOR THE ARTS tity, love and fun, through Anda Union performs March several area theaters, kicks ning actor-director Paula Plum, Memorial Hall, Lexington. March 31, at the Boston 29, 8p.m., ,$28, at First Church off with opening night film”- Laugh it up on Comedy Night March 29-April 28, featuring a LexingtonSymphony.org. Opera House, 539 Washington in Cambridge, Congregational, Far From the Tree,” March 26, with Joe Yannity, Mark Scalia cast of Boston’s finest actors, at St., Boston:Thursday,Friday, 11 Garden St., Cambridge, 7 p.m.; The Unquiet Journey and Carolyn Riley, April 5, 8 Lyric Stage, 140 Clarendon St., AMERICAN REPERTORY 7:30 p.m.; Saturday 1:30,7:30 $28, WorldMusic.org, 617-876- of Chamique Holdsclaw, 6:30 p.m., at the Institution for Savings Boston: Wednesday, Thursday, THEATER GALA p.m.;Sunday, 1:30 p.m. Tickets 4725; Vicente Amigo’s perfor- p.m.,and Bottom Dollars, 7 p.m. 7:30 p.m.; Friday, 8 p.m.; Mainstage, and treat the kids to The theater will hold its annu- start at $37.youth discount with mance March 30 at the Berklee March 27, O’Keefe Auditorium; Saturday, 3,8 p.m., Sunday, 3 a fun, bilingual show with Latin al gala, featuring dining and price of an adult full-price ticket. Performance Center, is canceled; The Rider, March 28; Mind p.m., Wednesday matinees, April Grammy Award-winning artist entertainment, April 1, at the bostonballet.org, 617-695-6955. and Iberi makes its Boston debut over Matter, March 29; Bethany 3.17, at 2 p.m. Tickets start at Ben Gundersheimer, “Mister G,” Boch Center Wang Theatre, April 4, 7:30 p.m., First Church Hamilton: Unstoppable and Pick $25., senior, student rush, group March 31, at 11 a.m.; Market 270 Tremont St., Boston. DRAGON MAMA in Cambridge, Congregational, of the Litter, March 31; I’ll Push discounts.lyricstage.com. Place, downtown Newburyport. Cocktail hour starts at 6 p.m., Writer-performer Sir Porkalob 11 Garden St., Cambridge, $28. You, April 1; American Veteran firehouse.org. and Defiant Lives, April 2; and EXPERIENCE HENDRIX followed by dinner, catered by presents the reprise of her musi- THE SONG OF SUMMER The Catered Affair, live auc- cal hit, “Dragon Lady,” and closing night, April 3,Intelligent Lowell Memorial Auditorium WILBER’S WAR tion and artistic program. world premiere of “Dragon Taibi Mager directs Lauren Yee’s Lives. reelabilities.org/boston. presents Experience Hendrix, Popular Boston-NewEngland Americanrepertorytheater.org. Mama,” in repertory, through “The Song of Summer” through bostonjfilm.org. star Robert D. Murphy performs featuring outstanding musicians, April 6, at Oberon, 2 Arrow St., April 14. With Trinity Repertory in “Wilber’s War: An American Thursday, April 4, 7:30 p.m., LASZLO GARDONY Cambridge. Tickets from $25. Theater, Dowling Theater, 201 AN EXPLOSION OF East Merrimack St., Downtown Family’s Journey Through World The acclaimed jazz pianist per- americanrepertorytheater.com, Washington St., Providence, RI. COLORS Lowell. $49-$99. lowellauditori- War II,” March 29, at 7:30 forms with his trio, April 4, at the 617-547-8300. Atlantic Works Gallery features um.com, 800-657-8774. p.m., Peirce Farm, Route 1, 116 BOSTON Regattabar at the Charles Hotel, new members’ Krystle Vermes, Boston St., Topsfield. Advanced One Bennett St., Cambridge. EXTREMITIES CONSERVATORY Sandrine Colson, Renato GILI YALO tickets, $10 + fee.Veterans with A.K.A.,Also Known as Viganego and Dan Hofstadter’s reservations, free. Doors open at AT BERKLEE Ethiopian Israeli singer, Gili DO YEON KIM AND Theater, closes its season with works through March 30. 80 7 p.m. punctuate4.org. The musical line-up features Yolo and Brooklyn’s Anbessa William Mastrosimone’s Border St., Boston. Gallery hours Orchestra headline Somerville HANKUS NETSKY “The Consul,” March 28-31, Kim and Netsky join hands play, “Extremities,” March at 8 p.m., Thursday-Saturday, 8 are Fridays, Saturdays, 2-6 p.m., Armory, March 28, 8-10 p.m., 28-April13, Thursday-Saturday,8 or by appointment, 867-302- Highland Avenue, Somerville. and talent, sharing the stage at p.m.; Sunday, 2 p.m. at Boston p.m. Friday night post-show Conservatory Theater, 31 8363. Discussions.at Margaret Jewett Hemenway St., Boston. $25-$30, Hall, First Church Harvard discounts also. Cellist Patrice CELEBRATING Square, 11 Garden St., Jackson-Tilghman, performs in WOMEN’S HISTORY Cambridge. $22.bit.ly/akaex- the String Masters Series, March MONTH tremities. Crossword Puzzle 31,8 p.m. and violinist Elmer Winthrop Cultural Council fea- ACROSS BERKLEE Gavilan, April 7, 8 p.m., at Seully tures the Clock Tower Gallery 1 Degree of difference Hall, 8 Fenway, Boston,$10-$15, Exhibit,“Celebrating Women’s 9 Latin American Christmas PERFORMANCE discounts. bostonconservatory. History Month,” at EB Newton festival CENTER berklee.edu/events, 617-912- and Cultural Center, 45 Pauline 15 Able to be declared openly There’s lots to enjoy at the perfor- 9222. St., Winthrop. winthropcultural- 16 Periods of boredom mance center: The International LYNN AUDITORIUM council.org. 17 Changed names Folk Festival March 27, advance 18 Expresses contempt tickets, $10, day of show, $15; Headlining at the Lynn ONEGIN 19 Darned the Makanda Project: Multiple Auditorium in City Hall Square, Sarah Pothier and Christopher 20 Ship’s cargo capacity Percussion Edition, March 28, Lynn, are Jon Anderson of Yes Chew star in the US premiere 21 Resentful 8 p.m.; Sylvia Rhone, Tribute and his 100 Hands Tour, March of this passionate, contemporary 22 Superlatively willowy Concert, April 5, 7:30 p.m.; 29, and Double Dare Live! With musical, based on Pushkin’s mas- 23 Willow Curtain Up: Original Musical host Marc Summers, known as terpiece novel and Tchaikovsky’s 24 Muse of comedy Theater Songs, April 2, $10/$15; the “messiest game show on the opera. 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Florentine of East and his wife, Emily and their George James Marshall George at his Charlestown (PSA) campaign addressing a the agency--by telephone for Boston and Lynnfield passed son, R.J. as well as many of Charlestown, formerly of residence. nationwide telephone imper- business purposes. However, away peacefully surrounded friends. She was “Nana Jan- Saugus and Revere, passed Family and friends are in- sonation scheme. Social Se- Social Security employees by her loving family on Sun- ice” to Zara, Holland, Seamus away peacefully at Massa- vited to visit at the Ruggiero curity and the OIG continue will never threaten a person day, March 24 at the age of 71. and Sile. Family and friends chusetts General Hospital Family Funeral Home, 971 to receive reports from across or promise a Social Security She was the beloved wife will celebrate Janice’s life surrounded by his family on Saratoga Street, East Boston the country about fraudu- benefit approval, or increase, of the late Arthur “Artie” by gathering at the Ruggiero March 21. He was 39 years today, Wednesday, March 27 lent phone calls from people in exchange for information. Smith, Jr., loving mother of Family Memorial Home, 971 old. George, who was born on from 6 to 8 p.m. and again falsely claiming to be Social In those cases, the call is John Giammarco and his wife, Saratoga St. (Orient Heights) Sept. 22, 1979, lived his early on Thursday morning at 8:30 Security employees. Calls can fraudulent and people should Leah of Lynnfield, cherished East Boston on Saturday, years in East Boston. before leaving in a funeral even “spoof” Social Securi- not engage with the caller. If sister of Larry Florentino March 30 from noon to 2 p.m. He was the loving son of procession to Sacred Heart ty’s national customer service a person receives these calls, and his wife, Andrea of Lynn In lieu of flowers, donations Nancy Marshall and the late Church, 45 Brooks Street, number as the incoming num- he or she should report the and the late Frank “Brother” in Janice’s memory may be Robert Marshall of Saugus East Boston for a 10 a.m. Fu- ber on the caller ID. The new information to the OIG Fraud Florentine and his late wife, made to the Hallmark Health and is also survived by his neral Mass in celebration of PSAs will air on TV and radio Hotline at 1-800-269-0271 or Carol; adored grandmother VNA and Hospice, Inc. 178 brother, Stephen Mosley and George’s life. Services will stations across the country to online at https://oig.ssa.gov/ of Kayla, John Jr. and Nicho- Savin Street, Suite 300, Mal- his wife, Paula of Saugus, conclude with George being alert the public to remain vigi- report. las and great-grandmother of den, MA 02148 or you may his brother, Robert Marshall laid to rest at Lakeside Cem- lant against potential fraud. “These calls appear to be Connor. She is also survived visit them on the web at hall- Jr. and sister, Rosemary Mar- etery in Wakefield. In lieu “We urge you to always happening across the country, by her loving nephews: Erik markhealthhomecare.org. For shall. He is also survived by of flowers, donations can be be cautious and to avoid pro- so we appreciate SSA’s part- and his wife, Stacy and their more information, please vis- his nieces, Ashley and Nicole made to Franciscan Chil- viding sensitive information nership in this national public daughter, Eriana and Robert it: www.ruggieromh.com. Mosley. dren’s Hospital, 30 Warren such as your Social Security outreach effort,” said Gail S. George will also be re- Street, Brighton, MA 02135. number or bank account in- Ennis, the Inspector General membered and missed by his For more information, please formation to unknown people for the Social Security Admin- John “Butch” McCarthy friends, housemates and the visit www.ruggieromh.com. over the phone or Internet,” istration. “Our message to the Of Winthrop, formerly of East Boston wonderful staff that cared for said Nancy A. Berryhill, Act- public is simply this: If you or ing Commissioner of Social someone you know receives a Jodi Anne Ravida Security. “If you receive a call questionable call claiming to John “Butch” McCarthy of the late Geraldine McCarthy Retired Boston School Psychologist and are not expecting one, you be from SSA or the OIG, just Winthrop, formerly of East and the cherished grandfather must be extra careful – you hang up.” Boston, passed away sur- of Carolyn and Mario. He is can always get the caller’s in- The new PSA addressing rounded by his loving family also survived by many loving Jodi Anne formation, hang up, and con- the telephone impersonation on March 23 at the age of 79. nieces, nephews and friends. Ravida of Lynn, tact the official phone number scheme is available online at He was the loving long- A memorial service for formerly of East of the business or agency the www.youtube.com/socialse- time partner of the late Car- Butch will be scheduled for a Boston, died on caller claims to represent. Do curity. ol Avola, devoted father of later date. For more informa- March 14. She not reveal personal data to a Raymond and Michael Avola, tion, please visit www.ruggi- dear brother of Sharon Mar- eromh.com. was 78 years old. tin, Rosemarie Cogliano and The devoted mother of: Jo- seph C. Ravida and his wife, Metro Credit Union announces Kimberly of Groveland, Jon- Ronald Stanley Saltzman athon J. Ravida of Lynn, Jerry new growth and expansion J. Ravida of East Boston and Of Jamaica Plain, formerly of East Boston Traci Ravida of Saugus, she inventor of Trauma Box (tm) Robert Cashman, President Ave location. is also survived by two grand- therapeutic therapy. She was and CEO of Metro Credit · Metro is leveraging the daughters, Rebecca A. Par- a lover of learning, music and Ronald Stanley Saltzman nell, wife to Scott Parnell and Union, announces that Met- expansion of its technology of Jamaica Plain, formerly of the arts and a member of VFW ro has embarked upon major infrastructure to advance its Brianna M. Ravida of East post 6712 of Beachmont. A East Boston, passed away on Boston and two great-grand- strategic investments in tech- commercial capabilities and Feb. 6. He was 62 years old. pioneer and true believer in nology, physical locations expand its Commercial Lend- children, Aubry and Connor continuous learning through He is survived by his for- Parnell. and talent. These ambitious ing Team, with a focus on mer wife, Joanne Viarella experience towards inflation developments are part of a delivering valuable resources Jodi had recently moved to of one’s past standards to Stone and Joseph Stone and Lynn after being a lifelong res- deliberate strategy to prepare and customized solutions to his daughters, Kristen Saltz- achieve and promote greater for continuing and projected business members. ident of East Boston. She re- wisdom for all..... Semper Fi man J.D. of Woburn, Desiree tired from her work as school business growth of Metro’s · In response to growing re- Dipaolo and her husband, Pe- mother Marine. Visitation in members and communities. quests from New Hampshire psychologist with the City of the Paul Buonfiglio & Sons ter Dipaolo of Revere and his Boston and was a member of In support of these initiatives, residents, Metro recently ex- grandchildren, Joseph Vitale Funeral Home, 128 Revere Metro is seeking to leverage panded its outreach to include the Teachers Union. She had Street, Revere will be held Luca and Mikaelya Dipaolo. her own private practice and the diverse local talent pool the New Hampshire counties He is also survived by his un- on Saturday, March 30 from spent many years devoted 12:30 to 2:30 p.m. followed to fill critical roles in member of Hillsborough and Rock- cle, Leonard Saltzman of An- A memorial service was to specialized work in early by a Prayer Service at 2:30 service, systems processing, ingham, adding to the eight dover, his brother and sister, held on Friday, March 22 childhood development and to p.m. in the funeral home. Rel- product sales and business de- counties in Massachusetts that Alan Saltzman and Kerri-Ann at Sacred Heart Church, 45 velopment. The Credit Union define Metro’s field of- mem children with disabilities from atives and friends are kindly Tobin and many nieces and Brooks St., East Boston. drug addicted pregnancies. is seeking to attract top talent bership. nephews. invited. Donations on her be- that will enable Metro to ex- · Metro has selected Me- She proudly served her half can sponsor college sav- pand its workforce and deliver chanica of Newburyport, MA country in the United States ings plans or a cancer research high quality service to mem- as its agency of record. The Mary McCauley Marine Corp (Woman Ma- charity. For guest book please bers. strategic and creative agency rines). Jodi held a PhD in psy- visit www.Buonfiglio.com. Metro currently has a num- is tasked with all communi- Retired waitress chology with thesis work done ber of large-scale expansion cations efforts for the brand, at MGH on Death and Dying. projects in motion: including creative, planning Mary M. McCauley, an She was a writer, teacher and ST. JUDE · The Credit Union is close and engagement strategies to East Boston native and long- NOVENA to completing the initial phase broaden and differentiate Met- time Revere resident, who To place a of a multi-year project to up- ro’s momentum and growth. passed following a brief ill- May the Sacred Heart of Jesus be grade its technology infra- “Metro continuously seeks ness on Sunday, March 24 at memoriam adored, glorified, loved and pre- structure. This new intuitive opportunities to provide the the Winchester Rehabilitation served throughout the world now technology environment will best in service to our mem- & Nursing Center of Win- in the Times Free and forever. Sacred Heart of Jesus offer Metro members the bers,” says Cashman. “These chester. She was 95 years old. Press, please call pray for us. St. Jude, worker of mir- ability to achieve their finan- expansion initiatives are de- Her funeral will be con- acles, pray for us. St. Jude, helper of cial goals within a seamless, signed to provide the capac- ducted from the Vertuccio & 781-485-0588 the hopeless, pray for us. Say this interconnected banking expe- ity we will require to expand Smith Home for Funerals, prayer 9 times a day. By the 8th day 773 Broadway, Revere, to- rience. Over 100 Metro em- our services to meet the needs your prayer will be answered. It has day, Wednesday, March 27 ployees are involved in this of our growing membership. TORF FUNERAL never been known to fail. Publication at 9:30 a.m. followed by a comprehensive initiative to We have an opportunity to ley Jr. and his wife, Marion SERVICE must be promised. choose a new core system, acquire highly skilled candi- Funeral Mass in the Immacu- “Meg” of Orlando, Florida online banking system, debit dates to strengthen our teams late Conception Church (Cor- and Donna M. Testa and her Pre-need planning with our My prayers have been answered. card processing system and as we develop multiple stra- ner of Beach St. & Winthrop husband, Lawrence of Read- price protection guarantee. I.T. call center phone system. tegic projects in technology Ave.) Revere at 10:30 a.m. ing. She was the cherished Arrangements made at our · With the recent expansion and continue to add new loca- and immediately followed by grandmother of Alexandra facility or in the comfort of of its Mortgage Originations tions.” interment in Woodlawn Cem- C. and Ashley M. Testa, both your own home ❖ ❖ Team, Metro has opened new About Metro Credit Union etery, Everett. of Reading, GianPaolo Cer- 4 generations of the Torf Tradition: sales production offices in Metro Credit Union is the Born, raised and educat- retani of Revere and Kel- Deborah Torf Golden Magrath Danvers and Boston to focus largest state-chartered cred- ed in East Boston, she was a li Y.McCauley of Orlando, Amy Torf Golden on expanding mortgage offer- it union in Massachusetts, graduate of East Boston High Florida;. She was the dear Hyman J. Torf (1903-2000) Funeral Home ings in those markets. Mort- approaching $1.9 billion in School, Class of 1941. sister of the late Loretta M. M.L. Torf (1867-1940) gage Originators are located assets. Metro provides a full Mary worked during her Gianino-Conroy, Anne V. Na- 324 Chelsea Street in every Metro branch and range of financial products to early years as a waitress at gle, Harold “Happy” McCor- (617) 889-2900 (near Day Square) throughout Metro’s service more than 200,000 members several of the venues at Lo- mick, Leonard McCormick, territory, providing custom- in Essex, Middlesex, Suffolk, gan Airport and at the for- Vincent “Lefty” McCormick (800)428-7161 617-567-0910 ized loan solutions to meet the Norfolk, Plymouth, Barnsta- mer Reardon’s Restaurant of and Leo McCormick. www.torffuneralservice.com ❖ ❖ needs of today’s homebuyers. ble, Bristol and Worcester Revere. She, lastly, was em- She is also lovingly sur- · Furthering its commit- counties in Massachusetts, ployed at Cerretani’s Market vived by her faithful friends, ment to the Boston market, and Rockingham and Hill- Inc. in Revere as a clerk, a job Suzanne Dubuque of Reading Metro is expanding its Mem- sborough counties in New she enjoyed. and Nora Moscia of Lynn- ber Service Center and cre- Hampshire, as well as to em- Mary had a large and out- field. Vazza ating new job opportunities ployees of over 1,200 compa- going personality, always, a Remembrances may be with the opening of a satellite nies through its Metro@work smile and always a laugh. made to the Patient Activities "Beechwood" Call Center at Metro’s Mass. program. Foremost in her world was Fund at Winchester Rehabili- her late beloved husband, tation & Nursing Center, 223 Funeral Peter E. McCauley, Sr., who Swanton St., Winchester, MA passed in August of 2009. 01890. For more information, Home She was the devoted moth- please visit www.vertuccio- Danny S. Smith er of Virginia A. Cerretani andsmith.com. 262 Beach St., Revere TO PLACE YOUR AD of Revere, Peter E. McCau- 773 Broadway Revere, MA 02151 (781) 284-1127 CALL 781-485-0588 Phone (781) 284-7756 www.vertuccioandsmith.com Louis R. Vazza ~ Funeral Please visit eastietimes.com www.vazzafunerals.com Wednesday, March 27, 2019 EAST BOSTON TIMES-FREE PRESS Page 15

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Black Cyan Magenta Yellow Page 16 THE EAST BOSTON TIMES-FREE PRESS Wednesday, March 27, 2019 Metropolitan Beaches Commission to hold public hearing in East Boston April 9 The Metropolitan Beaches they are accessible for genera- the future. rector of Strategy and Commu- Commission (MBC) will hold tions to come.” “Boston Harbor, the water- nications at Save the Harbor/ nine public hearings in the winter The Metropolitan Beaches front, and Constitution Beach Save the Bay, which has helped and spring of 2019 in waterfront Commission was created in 2006 are important to residents across to lead and manage the Commis- communities from Nahant to by the Massachusetts Legislature East Boston, “ said Rep. Adri- sion since its inception. “We look Nantasket to receive public input to make findings and recommen- an Madaro of East Boston, forward to hearing from the res- about the state of the beaches. dations on ways to strengthen the who serves on the Metropolitan idents of Hull and all those who The hearing for East Boston will Boston metropolitan region’s 15 Beaches Commission. “I look love Nantasket Beach.” be held on Tuesday, April 9, from public beaches in Nahant, Lynn, forward to hearing from stake- Each hearing will give com- 6-8 p.m. at the Orient Heights Revere, Winthrop, East Boston, holders and members of our munity members and beach Yacht Club. South Boston, Dorchester, Quin- community on how to make goers the chance to share their “The region’s public beach- cy, and Hull which are managed Constitution Beach even better.” thoughts on the state of their es are important recreational, by the Department of Conser- The Commission will release beach, and share their ideas and economic, and educational as- vation and Recreation (DCR). its third report on the state of recommendations to make them Many residents gather on Constitution Beach to watch the show. sets,” said State Sen. Brendan The Commission is comprised the metropolitan beaches in late even better. The Commission Crighton, Senate Co-Chair of of elected officials and commu- spring after the hearings are will hold a hearing in late May to The 2019 Metropolitan Boston the MBC. “Working together we nity, civic, nonprofit, and busi- completed. During the last round review its draft findings with the Beaches Commission hearings • Tuesday May 14th – Win- have made our beaches cleaner, ness leaders from Boston and the of hearings more than a thousand public before releasing their final will be held on the following throp safer and more accessible, and I metropolitan region’s waterfront people participated, helping the report in June. The Commission dates: • Saturday May 18th – Re- am looking forward to continu- neighborhoods and beachfront Commission understand what’s will hold hearings in Nahant, • Tuesday March 5th – Hull gional Review ing our work together this year.” communities. working and what could use im- Lynn, Revere, Winthrop, East • Tuesday • Tuesday June 4th – Report “Constitution Beach is one of In 2013, the Commission re- provement. Boston, South Boston, Dorches- March 19th – Lynn and Nahant Release at State House East Boston’s most valuable as- convened to examine the impacts “One of the most important ter, and Hull between February • Saturday March 30th – If you love your beach, but sets,” said Sen. Joseph Boncore, of the reforms and recommenda- lessons we have learned is that and May 2019. The MBC held Dorchester can’t attend the MBC Hearing, who serves on the Metropoli- tions made in its first report and the region’s residents really love a hearing in Quincy in August of • Tuesday April 9th – East you can share your thoughts by tan Beaches Commission. “The issue additional findings and rec- their beaches, and have great 2018, and the feedback received Boston taking part in the MBC online MBC works tirelessly to protect ommendations to better leverage ideas about how to make them will also be included in the Com- • Tuesday April 30th – Revere survey at https://tinyurl.com/ our natural resources to ensure these resources for residents in better,” said Bruce Berman, Di- mission’s report. • Saturday May 4th – South BeachesSurvey

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