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out the issues that distinguish them. Connolly, with city government experience, presented as the Last Week’s independent candidate who can be trusted to makes the tough choices, when it comes to protecting the fiscal Poll On health of the City. Walsh, with state government experience, presented Page 2 as the candidate who is a working guy who’s spent his life fighting for working people and who wears his union credentials proudly. But from the first question by moderator Margery Eagan, Connolly went on the offensive. Connolly South Boston Today called out Walsh about the second consecutive inaccurate and negative campaign mailing from super PACs Mayoral Candidate Debate supporting Walsh sent to voters just days after Walsh asked them to stop. Indicates the Race Has Connolly then questioned Walsh’s @SBostonToday SOUTH BOSTON TODAY ability to control the very interest Staff Report Finally Started groups that he claims to be able Go to our South Boston Today ith many more voters for City Hall was the opportunity for to uniquely negotiate with stating, page to vote on our weekly poll. watching this week, the City Councilor John Connolly and State “Those are the exact group of people Make sure you like & share Wsecond round of the battle Representative Martin Walsh to stake CONTINUED ON page 6 Go Ahead, Laugh Boston.

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EDITORIAL Tax Relief For Seniors? South Boston Today reporters and editors have property taxes for seniors. For anyone over 65 who frequently pointed out that while new real estate has lived in their home for 20 years, the property development projects are springing up all over town tax is frozen. For people who own multiple rental there is a dramatic increase in the contribution of properties, that are buildings in which they do not this community’s valuable land and property into the reside, pay a per unit flat fee per year on top of city coffers. We have editorialized that consideration what they pay in taxes. should be given to putting a percentage of that To be sure, the devil is in the details, but the revenue in reserve to pay for the increase in police State of New Jersey’s Senior Freeze (Property resources and officers that have been promised. A Tax Reimbursement) Program reimburses eligible good idea? Yes. Here is a better one. New Jersey residents who are senior citizens or Along with this high end development comes disabled persons for property tax increases on not only an increase in rent for the new apartments their principal residence (home). They have a coming on line but tremendous pressure on other questionnaire that you might take a look at just to property owners to consider selling so they can see if you are eligible under their guidelines and cash in. But where does it leave the average perhaps we can start a petition. worker who strives to reach middle class status. Here is the link: http://www.state.nj.us/treasury/ As importantly, where does it leave our seniors, taxation/questions/senior-freeze.shtml whose principal asset, if any, are their homes. Take a few moments to complete this While it has been proposed before and in fact questionnaire to see if you may be eligible for a is a law in New Jersey, how about a freeze on 2012 Senior Freeze.

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Here’s What Readers Feel The Top Priorities Should Be – There’s a three way tie for first place priority among schools, housing and BRA reform with mental health resources following strong in second place.

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ith so much talk of matter how numerous or powerful you stand up to bullies, and worked had a friend for life and literally politics as the election who threatened the wellbeing of hard to paint him in a negative thousands proudly called him W approaches, combined his neighbors. He did this at first light, it was always said, once you friend. with all the uncertainty facing the as a volunteer with neighborhood actually got to meet Jimmy Kelly, On Saturday, November 2nd, the South Boston Community such groups such as the South Boston it was difficult to dislike him. His annual blood drive to honor the as encroaching and what seems Information Center and the South attributes of courage, honesty memory of James M ‘Jim’ Kelly unrestrained development being Boston Resident’s Group and later and loyalty became legendary. If will be held at the South Boston rammed through often with little as a Boston City Councilor and that you were Jim Kelly’s friend, you CONTINUED ON page 4 to no input from residents, it body’s president. brings back memories of one of Jim Kelly could not be South Boston’s greatest leaders intimidated. For years, the major and protectors of all times. His media attacked him for his stands name was James M ‘Jim’ Kelly. in defense of South Bostonians. He NEIGHBORHOOD Jim’s Birthday, October 31st is never let their slanted and biased fast approaching, which is another reporting or editorials influence a reason he is on the minds of so thing he did. The courts in some many lately. cases would try to make him GROCERY Longtime residents remember moderate or compromise what he Jim well. He surely left his mark believed in to no avail. He was a and legacy on this neighborhood. man who when he knew he was But for the new residents who never right, would draw a line not in the Citizen Dis got to meet this great man and may sand but in concrete and never back ior cou en nt not have even heard of him, it’s away from it even an inch, if he S 10% unfortunate. I really think if you was standing his ground on behalf Every Tuesday got to know him, you would have of his constituents. admired, liked and respected him The powers that be in this city, like so many others here did. Why? state and even in Washington DC, Take the Southie Shuttle! For those new to town, here’s a though often disagreeing with Jim little background on the man. Kelly on the issues, developed a Now you can take the shuttle and do your grocery Jim Kelly was what would respect for this man and knew that shopping the fun and easy way!* today be called an ‘activist’. any plans that they had for South *Shuttle Service is available in South Boston only. As an advocate for his beloved Boston had better be acceptable to South Boston neighborhood of South Boston, him and this neighborhood or they 230 West Broadway (617) 269-4700 there could be none stronger and would have one heck of a battle on Duxbury more dedicated. His tireless efforts their hands. Because of his courage 46 Depot St. on behalf of this community came and willingness to take them all (781) 934-5544 from the heart. He was passionate on no matter what the odds, he Boston South End in his defense of the people he was often able to hold this town’s 1421 Washington St. loved so much. Fearless beyond enemies at bay. For Gourmet and Everyday (617) 266-9911 belief; he would take on and go Though his detractors were many, foodies-market.com toe to toe with any and all, no it comes with the territory when 4 SOUTHBOSTONTODAY • www.southbostontoday.com October 24, 2013

Letter to the Editor Dear Editor, Dear Editor, Dear Editor, It’s time for real change in City Hall, and I On November 5th, Boston will hold an Over the last year, I have been asked the following genuinely believe John Connolly is our best election for Mayor. When the results are final, question by many of my friends and neighbors: Why hope in re-setting the foundation of excellence for the first time in 30 years, the winner will am I supporting John Connolly for mayor? I have in our school system. My husband and I had the not already hold the office of Mayor. It is, known John Connolly for several years. I consider him opportunity to meet with John in small groups therefore, a significant election. a good and trusted friend. He is honest, a good family nearly 3 years ago when he charged the “Quality With this in mind, I cannot be more man, and will not be controlled by any powerful Schools” Choice Plan. We were impressed enthusiastic about the candidacy of Marty special interest group. with his ability to ask us BPS parents the right Walsh. It has been our family’s distinct pleasure As someone who is active and concerned about the questions, listen intently, articulate his own to have known Marty for well over a decade. people of our South Boston community, I have worked rationale/objectives, and follow through! Since In this time we have seen Marty come to realize with Boston City Councilor John Connolly on many then, I’ve heard John say time and time again, his potential and watch as he has been able to important issues over the years, including matters great jobs and safer, healthier neighborhoods channel his energies for the good of not only important to veterans and their families. Whenever I are rooted in a great education - the lynch pin his district but also so many others. So, it is called him to help a veteran with a problem (myself that insures that the middle class is strong and with great satisfaction and anticipation that we included), John Connolly always did his best to help. that there will be more than one pathway out of support his run for Mayor. When the people of South Boston were ignored at poverty. Being able to walk to a school keeps His early support for and vote in favor of City Hall by the Boston Redevelopment Authority, John families engaged and minimizes anxiety because gay marriage showed courage and principle, Connolly had the courage to fight for the residents of our I know that my child is safe. John’s push to make traits which should be the hallmark of all town and won’t sell us out to unscrupulous developers. school days longer would make extracurricular elected officials. Marty’s work in the field of John Connolly will help restore civic pride and will activities like arts, music and sports important substance abuse is truly noteworthy. Many will listen to the concerns of all Boston residents. John again, as they should be. attest that Marty’s unflagging faith in them is a Connolly has pledged to restore community policing The people that John has surrounded himself mainstay on their road to recovery. Behind the and fight the drug crisis we have in South Boston today. with speak volumes about his commitment to scenes and with little fanfare, Marty secured We need an economy that also helps put people back every neighborhood. He doesn’t seem to me to critical funding for the continuation of the All to work, including our South Boston neighbors. We need be seeking the power of the Mayor’s office for Dorchester Sports League for youth throughout a job training program that trains our young people for advancing his agenda. He sees it as a way to Dorchester, providing necessary skills and jobs on the South Boston Waterfront and in this changing empower communities and very importantly, educational opportunities that will allow its and technology-based economy. We can’t afford higher make the BRA process transparent. Now that members to pursue a productive future. property taxes and fees that others have committed to I’ve experienced first-hand what a good listener As our national economic doldrums continue, while city services like public education, public safety, and empathetic leader John is, I am confident he it is increasingly clear that the next Mayor and youth programs continue to deteriorate. will listen to the residents first to be sure any new will be confronted with exceedingly difficult Lastly, and on a deeply personal level, when I was development is appropriate for the neighborhood. financial obligations and worrisome social serving in the U.S. Navy in the Persian Gulf and at These traits, combined with John’s proactive issues. With his constant display of integrity Joint Task Force Guantanamo, John Connolly picked fiscal strategies could result in some profound and compassion, his unflinching commitment up the phone to call my wife Kristen to see how she urban development. to decency and fairness, and through the and my two children were doing and asked if there Finally, when others sat on the sidelines in breadth and depth of his experience and was anything he could do for them. That’s the kind deference to the reputation of Mayor Menino, accomplishments, it is manifestly apparent of caring mayor the people of South Boston need John decided to challenge that power in the same that our daily newspapers could not have been and deserve. And that is why I am supporting John way that he challenged the school department more wrong. Anyone else but!? Quite the Connolly for Mayor of Boston. John Connolly cares with his Quality Schools Choice Plan. It might contrary—who else but Marty Walsh for Mayor about the people of Boston and I assure you that he sound trite but there is something to be said about of Boston!!? cares about the people of South Boston. that kind of political courage. The McCormick Family Ed Flynn, lifelong and active resident of Respectfully, Donna Rans Pattie, Rico, Maura, Greer, and Olivia South Boston

CONTINUED FROM page 3 This blood drive would make Catholic Academy. It will be from Jim proud. It’s an effort that is for 9:30am till 2:30pm. It will be in the sole purpose of helping others the school gym, enter from the O which is what Jim had dedicated Street side. This will be the third his entire life to. Those of us who year this drive has been held. It is knew him personally have no doubt being sponsored by the family of that Jim will be watching the whole Jim Kelly and the American Red thing take place from his special Cross and this year will include the place in Heaven, on November 2nd memory of the late Joe Walsh who with an ear to ear smile on his face, was the baseball coach at Harvard pleased that he is being remembered University and Jim’s good friend. by such a positive event. www.southbostontoday.com October 24, 2013 SOUTHBOSTONTODAY • www.southbostontoday.com 5 ReadingBetween TheLines ”The Final Days”

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n the final days of the Third residents of this area besieged the welcome. A new business on property at a ridiculous price, is Reich, with everything Alcohol Licensing Commission Broadway like “Neatly Nested” not the community’s problem. I crumbling, the leader, the to take action against a bar a half at E St. and Broadway improves The problem is stopping the powerful and the hangers-on block away from this present the district. High-rise building “everything must go” fire sale resembled passengers fighting to proposal. The result was the bar in and around the BCEC belong. taking place in the final days to help get in a lifeboat, more than the was finally forced to close, the Trying to shoehorn high-rises and those looking for a soft landing at administration elite. The bunker, license sold and peace restored. bars into areas they don’t belong, the community’s expense. once governed by strict obedience Now, with spotty community just because you bought a piece of Take care till next week. and prohibition against smoking notification on this proposal, and drinking, was in chaos. liquor will return? Again, where The leader sat in his office is the liquor license coming from? mumbling orders to subordinates, Residents also questioned why a who no longer obeyed. The meeting for a Lower End or West corridors were filled with half side proposal at 11 Dorchester dressed, drunken (or both) Street was held seven blocks secretaries and guards, while still away at the Tynan School up the others were scheming how to Point or East Side and why are the join up with the winners. While local community organizations the politics and philosophy are no longer being informed by completely different, the same the Mayor’s office or the BRA “survivalist mentality” seems to of projects in their area? The be in play at the BRA. practice for the last 20 years has Any veneer or mask of been for your local organization to “community process” is being coordinate time and place with the disregarded. Every proposal is city and the organization to host on fast track city. The proposed the public meeting. Obviously hotel at Broadway Station is a this process is proving to be too prime example. The height limit cumbersome for the “fast track” is between 35-50 feet. The hotel now being pushed. is proposed for at least 150 feet. Another example is a proposal www.southbostontoday.com More to the point, hotels have been for “D” and Broadway. There a “forbidden use”. The removal are all kinds of wild rumors. It’s of the “hotel prohibition” is for going to be a bar. It’s going to be a the BCEC area and ends at First restaurant. No one is sure because Street where the liquor license is the meeting, (which didn’t notify coming from another question. the local organization) was held Above all, while a true “boutique the same night as the primary hotel” at about six stories is election. This must be the “new acceptable for most, a 14 story transparency” we’re always building at Broadway Station hearing about. A neighbor asked is taller than those allowed and “what building in the area is proposed in the BCEC area itself. comparable?” At 11 Dorchester Street, The answer is none. (New England Auto Body) a New developments always bring condominium project containing hope for a change for the better. South Boston Today a restaurant and bar has been An empty lot in the neighborhood proposed. For over four years with a new three-decker is always SBT 6 SOUTHBOSTONTODAY • www.southbostontoday.com October 24, 2013

October Surprise! House Break-ins up in South Boston SOUTH BOSTON TODAY Staff Report he month of October has seen and electronics equipment, but all uptick in house breaks primarily valuables are considered fair game. Tin the Lower End/West Side Rep. Nick Collins stated, “Though area of South Boston. As of this writing, the latest string of house breaks is there have been 10 B&E’s reported so concerning, the hard work of the far this month; seven in just the last week new Dedicated Undercover Daytime with 16 arrests made in the last ten days. Drug Unit in South Boston has been The break ins are taking place mostly getting results as evidenced by the in the day time hours during the week, latest large number of arrests.” when the thieves are more confident Area Capt. John Greland added to that that occupants will not be home; most stating, “A big help to the success of the likely at work and there would be New Dedicated daytime Drug Unit is fewer neighbors to see them, call police the calls being made by local residents or intervene personally. Surprise is when they see suspicious activity. I want happening on both ends. Surprise that to thank the community for demanding the break ins have resumed, but with the the unit be brought in to South Boston.” result being ‘surprised’ suspects that are As always, law enforcement officials being swiftly arrested. urge all residents to keep their doors and Police sources tell South Boston windows locked; especially when out of Councilor Linehan Pulls Out Today that these break-ins are done both the house. Residents are also urged to by forced and non-forced entry, which keep a sharp eye out for any suspicious of a South Boston Forum means that some neighbors may be or unusual activity in their areas and to he event organizer refused to group members but could not keep her failing to lock and secure their houses call 911 if they have reason to believe cooperate with the Linehan politics and bias under control. The when not at home. The thieves seem to there may be a crime in progress or the Tcampaign requests of having Linehan campaign will work with other be targeting mostly jewelry, computer potential for one to take place. a South Boston moderator and a neighborhood association members to 6pm to 7:15pm time restriction due reschedule something. “I’m appalled to a prior commitment for the Gavin that a South Boston civic association Foundation’s Annual Awards Dinner. leader would use this forum for her own Let Our Family Help Your Family Event organizer, Joanne McDevitt political purposes and ignore not only who is a known Lee supporter was my campaign, but the South Boston THE CASPER handed this responsibility by fellow community” added Councilor Linehan. Funeral & Cremations Services Front Page CONTINUED FROM page 1 Established in 1930 that you’re going to be across the table With the tone for the rest of the Serving Families with Dignity and Respect from when you’re mayor. They’re debate having been set, the questions through the toughest of times for not listening to you now. How do we covered topics ranging from know they are going to listen to you corporate tax breaks to incentives over 80 years when you are actually mayor?” and programs that could keep the 25- Home of Personal Service Walsh tried to counter by saying that 35 year old population in the City to he sits on the board of a charter school, transportation to the record of Mayor Pre-Planning Specialists which the teachers union opposes, Menino and of course the schools. and pledged to take education reform Among the post debate pundits, Casper’s specializes in issues to the State House if teachers Connolly’s performance was rated Massachusetts Cremation Services & won’t agree to changes. better than Walsh. Veteran Services But, Connolly effectively made Each campaign has tried to stake the case that the negative and the themes that will drive their Please visit our website for inaccurate literature by Walsh’s message over the last two weeks. The information you may find supporters despite his denouncement battle for the minds of the remaining helpful during a time of need of them have compromised Walsh’s 20% undecided voters will be waged claims and suggest that his word on television, on doorsteps, on radio, www.casperfuneralhome.com can’t be counted on. Walsh’s tone the internet and cell phones and any was noticeably different after that other means of communicating. exchange and gave minimal answers As stated before, the stakes are The Casper Funeral Home to the rest of the questioning, even high and the question left to answer 187 Dorchester Street David Casper being advised by co-moderator Jim is who has the vision, the capacity South Boston, MA 02127 Funeral Directors: and the best team to lead Boston 617-269-1930 Braude that his short answers have Joe, Dave & Ken Casper given him less air time. during this next chapter of its story. October 24, 2013 SOUTHBOSTONTODAY • www.southbostontoday.com 7 John Connolly’s Program For Seniors providing effective and prompt when we increase the availability constituent services, helping seniors and reliability of transportation deal with a wide range of problems, services. And, John strongly and navigating city government supports programs that engage to find solutions. He will continue seniors as tutors to public school to work to provide stable housing students. I will work to expand for senior citizens and protect the retirement corps initiatives so that residential tax exemption so that seniors can enjoy the rewards of seniors can stay in their homes. In connecting with our young people, addition to the tax exemption, John and vice versa. supports expanding a program that Some of John’s other programs for would allow seniors to volunteer seniors will include: across the city in exchange for • Continuing great programs like the property tax relief. Seniors could Summer Concert Series, breakfasts support our communities at our and luncheons honoring our seniors, libraries, community centers, parks, the Mayor’s Garden Party, and and City Hall, sharing their expertise neighborhood holiday events. and enthusiasm, and we would show • Working with local businesses our appreciation by making it easier to create a program that provides for them to stay in their homes. eligible seniors with discounts on John will continue to work to groceries and other necessities. protect seniors from financial • Advocating for the creation of a ur senior citizens deserve • Supporting retirement corps predators by informing them of tiered price structure for the T’s the highest quality of life initiatives so that seniors can enjoy these schemes and working with Ride program (which doubled in O and our deepest respect and the rewards of connecting with our law enforcement to prevent such price in 2012) so that seniors on a appreciation. We should provide the young people, and vice versa; and criminals from taking advantage fixed income can benefit from this best possible services and support to • Developing and increasing the of residents. He will develop and service. them. John Connolly’s priorities for number of events and programs that increase the number of events and • Developing a Senior Mentoring supporting our seniors will include: caters to seniors. programs focused on seniors in Program that connects seniors with • Expanding a program that would Throughout his time in the City every neighborhood so that they can students and young business leaders allow seniors to volunteer across Council, he has made assisting our continue to participate in all aspects so that seniors can share their the city in exchange for property tax senior citizens a top priority. John’s of our civic life. The quality of life experiences while staying engaged relief; staff has put time and energy into for our senior citizens is improved in their communities.

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Representative Collins Receives Public Safety Award t their annual Recognition resources are fundamental to improving and Honor Banquet dedicated a neighborhood’s quality of life”. Ato first responders and “I am honored by this recognition”, public safety professionals, the Urban Collins stated. “I have had the Public Safety Alliance presented an opportunity to work with the Alliance Appreciation Award to Rep. Nick and it members on law enforcement, Collins, recognizing Collins ‘for community programs and economic continually and consistently striving to development issues. I look forward effect positive change in the community to continuing the partnership.” regarding the quality of life issues and Founded in 1969, the Urban Public demonstrating the untiring and selfless Safety Alliance is an organization of dedication to improving opportunities public safety officers including the for the greater public good and benefit. MA Association of Minority Law In making the presentation on behalf of Enforcement Officers, Boston Vulcan the Alliance, Larry Ellison stated that, Society of Firefighters, MA Minority “Rep. Collins is a valued partner of the State Police Officers’ Association and Alliance and its member organizations the Benevolent Asian Jade Society of and believes, as we do, that public safety New England. Councilor Bill Linehan Produces Education Results October Holiday Flavor ity Councilor Bill Linehan School during this year’s budget is proud to announce negotiations and the announcement “Pumpkin Spice” C that some of his highest of the Josiah Quincy School / (Iced or Hot) educational priorities have recently Boston Arts Academy’s needed been adopted by the Boston Public relocation. A new $260 Million Schools as part of their “Grow with dollar facility has passed the first Boston” initiative. Projections round of approvals. Councilor are showing a 19% increase in the Linehan has pushed this issue for number of kids for BPS kindergarten years because of the lack of local enrollment over the next four school options afforded to families years. More K-8 pathway schools in the Chinatown, South End and are needed in order to not only downtown areas of his district. accommodate this growth, but to “When the Clapp School was allow for more stability for parents proposed for closure, I worked with and students. Currently many the parents, principal and School students must change schools after Department to prevent that from 5th grade only to have to do the same happening. It not only remained after 8th grade. Providing more K-8 open, but it is now the city’s first options promotes stability which and only Innovation School,” added Home fosters more parental involvement Councilor Linehan. “I advocated of the and positive school culture. Three for a return to neighborhood schools Bucket! schools in Councilor Linehan’s during the recent reassignment District 2 are currently proposed to process and now have successfully Two Locations: increase to grade 8, the Condon, the lobbied for more K-8 options for 106 Dorchester Street 758 Adams Street Tynan and the Blackstone. The need our kids. These are the type of South Boston Dorchester for these changes is immediate and results that we need to keep families Councilor Linehan will be working within the neighborhoods close to with the School Department to make downtown and I look forward to these changes as soon as possible. continuing this progress.” The incorporation of these You can contact Councilor Bill recommendations from Councilor Linehan’s Office by phone at 617- Linehan add to the other recent 635-3203, email at Bill.Linehan@ www.southbostontoday.com educational achievements he has cityofboston.gov. You can also been able to push forward, the follow him on Facebook, Bill SBT restored funding for the Perry Linehan & Twitter @Linehanbill. October 24, 2013 SOUTHBOSTONTODAY • www.southbostontoday.com 9

at its height in the 1960’s. In 2009, Gate of Heaven School joined with Sisters of St. Joseph of Boston began nearby St. Brigid’s School to form teaching at Gate of Heaven Parish. South Boston Catholic Academy. Mother Regis, with magnificent “We are honored to celebrate courage emanating from a great this historic milestone,” said Gate love of God, opened a grammar of Heaven Pastor, Rev. Robert E. school for girls, known as St. Agnes Casey. “The parish’s longevity is a School, in September, 1879. On the testament to the strength and faith of opening day, Sister M. Clare, the the community that has always been Superior, enrolled 379 girls. In the at the heart of this Church.” 1920’s, the present school building Casey, who has been pastor since was built and the school became 2002, has overseen a $6 million co-educational. The parish also dollar restoration of the Gothic operated a high school from 1934- Church located at the corners of 4th 1975, enrolling some 1200 students CONTINUED ON page 12

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Stepping Up and Stepping Out: Your Guide to the Southie Scene and the “Southie Senses” South Boston Today begins a regular series about life in South Boston and all that it has to offer. Southie is a vibrant and growing community and By: Laela there are so many ways for residents to become connected and involved. Here are some of the best ways to see, hear, taste, touch and smell all that is Southie. From City Point to Fort Point to the South Boston Waterfront, there are so many opportunities to put your senses to good use!

Stepping Up: Election Notice

Elections! These days, they are a dime there are a few more chances to become England Venture Capital Association are a dozen. Preliminaries, standouts, more of the latter than the former. Don’t inviting us to coffee with the candidates canvassing, calls, literature, meet and take this privilege for granted-voting (Connolly &Walsh) at the SB greets & primaries. Issues, endorsements, gives us a voice, so let’s make sure it’s Waterfront’s District Hall, 10-11:30am. debates, Q & A’s and articles. It’s all so heard loud and clear. Also, this Monday October 28th, John overwhelming and taxing; many of us Connolly and Marty Walsh will be would rather watch paint dry than listen/ What You Don’t Know CAN Hurt You at Space with a Soul’s ideaLounge, watch/hear another political pundit’s Big shot. Head honcho. The Boss. from 7-8pm, fielding questions from opinion on who is the best candidate Becoming the Mayor of Boston is a no Jon Keller with Professor Ed Glaeser for the job. But, it’s our responsibility small feat nor is it a fete. Campaigning moderating. Whether you are a morning AND our right to take some time out of is a 25 an hour a day job. And though person or night owl, the choice is yours. our busy schedules to better understand we see their faces, hear their voices, Just make one. the who/what/when/where/why/how and read their words, we may not nextbosmayor.eventbrite.com of the upcoming elections. Though ingest all the details pertaining to the (October 25th) *** If you cannot attend either of these we are inundated with information we issues and concerns we have. One eventbrite.com/event/8859092785 events, tune into the third and final Boston sometimes end up more confused than way to indulge in and digest the data (October 28th) mayoral debate Tuesday October 29th @ educated. With the mayoral and city is to get a firsthand account. On Friday connollyforboston.com 7pm. Election Day is Tuesday November council elections less than 2 weeks away, October 25th, BostInno and New martywalsh.org 5th- polls are open 7am-8pm. ***

Stepping Out: Creepy Crawlers

Keep ya candy kids, we’ve got treats 9pm, spend some “dead presidents” of our own! Sure, trick or treating at at the aforementioned themed party at age 29, unless accompanying little Lincoln: costumes are encouraged and princesses and firemen, is kind of it’s free to get in. And Local 149 takes creepy. Holiday candy will be on sale Halloween into the wee hours of the November 1- for a ¼ of the price and Day of the Dead with their celebration the effort. Instead, why not play dress 10pm-1am. Wherever you go, get up with those your own age, substitute down and boogey-man! with some cocktail confections and stadiumbars.com celebrate All Hallows Eve all week lincolnsouthboston.com (RSVP: long? Troll South Boston’s streets in deadpresidents.eventbrite.com) search of spooky sights and scenes. local149.com From the Seaport to the City Point, Southie won’t be a ghost town. Watch Ghost Ship out for witches, wet your whistles It’s said that the devil is in the and wage war on you wallets for the details. One way to find out- sneak Fright Night Channel. If Halloween has you wenches! Fear not- here are some on the ship and sail away on Why not stroll along the boulevard quakin’ in your Dolce Vita booties, festive fun fetes sure to satisfy and the Sinners and Saints Haunted in search of spirits of the liquid don’t be twisted in fright, instead spook you! Halloween Cruise. On Thursday kind? The 4th annual Halloween terrorize some local haunts (Lincoln, October 31st, bring your broomsticks on the Harbor is happening Friday Barlow’s, Lucky’s to name a few) Monster Mash and board the Provincetown II, October 25th, 7-10pm, on the on the Southie Shuttle Bar Crawl, Some things go bump in the night; in which is decked out in ghoulish gear. South Boston Waterfront. Stop October 31st, 6:30pm -12am. Either this case- it’s some-ones. Creep on The greatest garbed sweet souls and and pay your respects by ingesting way, both will take you to your down to the Stadium Southie Saturday sexy scamps will win a prize. Raise mysterious mouthfuls of mead and witching hour. October 26th and rattle your bones some hell or enjoy your slice of witches brews at one or all of the friendsoffortpointchannel.org from 8pm-1am, with a $10 cover heaven from 7-11pm. ten scary stops. The $5 cost will be eventbrite.com/event/4172951410 charge. On October 31st starting at bostoneventguide.com donated to the Friends of Fort Point southieshuttle.com

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Southie Senses: Things to touch, see, taste, smell and hear in Southie

Touch: All Hands on Deck Our beloved Red Sox have made it to the 2013 World Series and are once again facing the St. Louis Cardinals in the race for the trophy, or as Mayor Menino said, World Series Cup. Catch the Sox all weekend long with games Thursday 10/24, Saturday 10/26, Sunday 10/27 and Monday 10/28. Sure enough Southie’s sports bars and eateries will show the games on their flat screens. And remember, when facing the National League, everyone will be up to bat, so swing (not too) early and often.

See: The Light of Dusk Bask in the beauty of the Northern Avenue footbridge on Tuesday October 29th at approximately 6:15pm. The Boston Harbor Association and the Boston Department of Public Works are illuminating the Northern Avenue Bridge in conjunction with Light Boston Inc.; Light Boston is a non-profit organization that promotes exterior lighting of city property to “enlighten” citizens of the beauty of our great metropolis and “enhance” the visual look of the buildings and spaces. It’ll be like seeing it in a new light. lightboston.org • tbha.org

Taste: : Mouth to Feed With the holiday season upon us, one cannot help but think of all the excitement and merriment that comes along with it, like feasts with family and friends. There are some of us however, who are just focused on what and when their next meal will be. One way we can help- bostonCANshare. The City of Boston is accepting donations of canned goods in South Boston at the SB Branch Public Library and Boston Fire Station located on East 4th street, starting Monday October 21st-Friday December 6th. If you would like to make a monetary donation, do so via the web, and the site shows you what your donation can buy. We CAN make a difference. cityofboston.gov/food/canshare

Smell: : Nose in a Book Though it seems as if paperbacks and hardcovers are a thing of the past, many covet the smell and feeling of a book. My book collection is a reflection of the many stages of my life: novels that have inspired, saved and encouraged me. A personal history lined up neatly on a shelf, unlike the real thing. The friends of the South Boston Branch of the Boston Public Library are holding another fall book sale Saturday October 26th, 10am-3pm. Get on down and add to your collection; if you wear a Halloween costume, you get 10 books for FREE. Age requirement not stated- take a page from their book. bpl.org/branches/southboston.htm

Hear: Ears will be Ringing Southie residents reconvene and shriek, snort and snicker their Thursday night away on October 24th courtesy of LAUGH Boston. LAUGH extends an initiation to experience a gratuitous get-together and guffaw to the comedy stylings of Jeff Dye. If you cannot make that particular show, South Bostonians can use code “SOUTHIE” and receive a $10 discount towards another show through November. Thanks for giving us the last laugh. laughboston.com • laughsouthie.evenbrite.com • jeffdye.com

Embrace All Of The Southie Senses: Fun for the Family AND Our Furry Friends

TEven though it can, should and is celebrated by all, Halloween on Saturday October 26th, 5-8pm; tickets are $5 and all ages is much cuter pint-sized. When you Google kids costumes, the are welcome (anyone under 8 years old must be accompanied possibilities are endless; one awesome example was an ice by an adult). And at the height of the holiday, October 31st, the cream truck driver, fashioned over the young boy’s wheelchair. Boston Children’s Museum will hold their Pumpkin Pageant, Same for your pooch; I just saw a pug dressed to spoof Miley 12-4pm, where pumpkins that have been creatively carved, Cyrus’ “Wrecking Ball”. Costuming children and Chihuahuas, colored or covered will be judged by the public and picked consenting to the consumption of candy and endlessly circling for a prize. the confines of your community, will happen on October 31st. Trick or Treat. Southie is sharing the spirit of the season in some other ways. sbbarkpark.org • eventbrite.com/event/8699391113 The South Boston Bark Park is hosting a Pooch Party, Saturday bostonfortindependence.com • SBBGC event : facebook. October 26th, 11am-12:30pm, with tricks and treats for your com/events/169659563227464 furry friend. If you and your hound are more high-brow, the friendsoffortpointchannel.org/pumpkin-pageant Seaport Hotel is hosting “Howl-o-Ween” where master and man’s best friend can mix and mingle on Saturday October 26th, 1-3 pm. Haunted happenings will occur this Saturday (10/26) and Sunday (10/27) from 12-4pm at the 31st Annual To Learn More About Laela Read Her Children’s Magical Halloween Castle in Fort Independence Blogs @ www.southbostontoday.com located at Castle Island. The South Boston Boys & Girls Club By: Laela will have you shrieking and shaking with their Haunted House 12 SOUTHBOSTONTODAY • www.southbostontoday.com October 24, 2013

CASTLE ISLAND ASSOCIATION SENIOR SHUTTLE SCHEDULE SATURDAY AND SUNDAY JUNE 15 - NOVEMBER 2, 2013 WEATHER PERMITTING 10:00a - 24 Bellflower St. 10:10a - Devine @ Old Colony Ave. (Task Force Building) 10:15a - 185 West Ninth St. 10:20a - Telegraph St. @ Dorchester St. 10:30a - Farragut Rd. @ East Broadway 10:35a - Drop off Castle Island 10:50a - Castle Cove (Bolton St. Side) 11:00a - 200 D St. (Condon School) 11:10a - 120 H St. 11:20a - 199 H St. CONTINUED FROM page 9 11:25a - Farragut Rd. @ East Broadway and I Streets in South Boston. community. A place where we came 11:30a - Drop off @ Castle Island “As a new immigrant at the turn to celebrate new life, see our children of the century, my great-grandfather develop into fine citizens, search 11:45a - 1380 Columbia Rd. (Compass Bay) served as an usher at Gate of Heaven,” for answers to our problems, meet 11:55a - 120 L St. continued Rev. Casey. “For me, wonderful neighbors and yes, return 12:05p - Farragut Rd. @ East Broadway for my family, and for our larger a loved one back home to God, in the 12:15p - Drop off @ Castle Island church family, Gate of Heaven has presence of family, parishioners, and long been a place where the outsider clergy. It is who we are and what we 12:30p-2:00p Shuttle from residential locations in South could seek refuge, find solace, faith, believe. Some people moved, served Boston to Castle Island (seniors may call the shuttle and a welcoming community. Our abroad or stayed away, but we never company 617-268-4110 the day prior to schedule a ride parishioners are proud to be a part of really left. Lifelong resident or new during this time period). that continuing legacy.” comer, this is our parish and this is Former U.S. Ambassador to the our home.” Return Trips: 2:30p-4:00p. Shuttle from Castle Island to Vatican, Mayor of Boston, and a The Parish will mark the occasion various drop off locations in South Boston. Shuttle lifelong Gate of Heaven parishioner, of its 150th Anniversary with a vehicle will return every 20 minutes. Departure times are Ray Flynn, said of the Church, “In noontime mass on Sunday, October as follows (subject to traffic delays at the Island) 2:30p, challenging times and good days, Gate 27, 2013, celebrated by Cardinal 2:50p, 3:10p, 3:40p, 4:00p. THE LAST DEPARTURE of Heaven parish has always been at Séan O’Malley. A luncheon will FROM CASTLE ISLAND WILL BE AT4p. the center of our proud South Boston follow in the Parish Hall.

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SOUTHIE shuttle www.southbostontoday.com SBT October 24, 2013 SOUTHBOSTONTODAY • www.southbostontoday.com 13 Recent South Boston Real Estate Sales Price Sale Date Rooms Baths Sq Ft

Property/Type Baths 178 I Street $890,000 9/27/13 15 3 2798 Three Family

452 East Third Street $855,000 9/27/13 10 2 2500 Pre-Market Offering Two Family

150 Dorchester Ave Unit 302 $569,000 10/4/13 4 1 998 Condo

1-11 Hamlin St Unit 4 $719,000 9/27/13 4 2 1479 Condo

525 East Second St Unit 1 $649,000 9/30/13 6 3 1833 Condo

12 Carpenter St Unit 3 $470,000 10/11/13 4 2 1100 Condo

124-D West Seventh St UNIT 14 $550,000 9/27/13 6 2.5 1455 Condo

360 West Second St UNIT 10 $549,000 9/30/13 4 2 1206 AF-690 Condo

12 Carpenter St Unit 4 $455,000 10/15/13 4 2 1100 Condo

214-216 West Seventh St UNIT 2L $510,000 9/30/13 5 2 1050 Condo

435 East Seventh St UNIT 3 $506,000 10/1/13 5 2 1115 Condo

412 East Third St Unit 3 $448,000 10/4/13 4 1.5 778 Condo

138-142 West Ninth St UNIT 8 $475,000 10/7/13 5 2 1258 Condo 2 Bedroom 2 Bath Condominium Units 529 East Broadway UNIT 8 $365,000 9/27/13 3 1 525 Condo with Garage Parking 66 Telegraph St UNIT 4 $351,000 10/2/13 4 1 655 Condo and

124 D Street UNIT 1 $335,000 10/2/13 4 1 791 Outdoor Living Space Condo

102 Dorchester St UNIT R3 $325,000 9/30/13 3 1 720 Condo Starting at $499,000 118 Tudor St Unit C $376,500 10/7/13 4 1 884 Condo

205 Athens St Unit 2 $555,000 10/11/13 5 2 1289 Condo

350 West Second Unit 5 $500,000 10/9/13 4 2 1083 Condo

637 East First St Unit 203 $622,500 10/15/13 4 2 1306 Condo

102 Old Harbor St Unit 1 $490,000 10/15/13 4 2 1118 Condo

339 E Street Unit 3 $452,000 10/4/13 4 1 809 Condo MCM PROPERTIES 408 East Third St Unit 4 $535,000 10/4/13 4 1.5 1013 917 East Broadway, South Boston, MA 02127 Condo 617.268.5181 68 Middle St Unit 3 $327,000 10/4/13 4 1 700 mcmproperties.com 14 SOUTHBOSTONTODAY • www.southbostontoday.com October 24, 2013

Around Town... Military Appreciation as much a part of South Boston as the high school on the hill was for so Night For Councilor many years and Castle Island. It has served literally thousands of local Linehan Huge Success residents well for 3 generations and hey came from all branches back like no other community before on Thursday Night, November 14th of the Service. They came and set a precedent across a fractured at the Fairmont Copley Plaza; Marian Tfrom different wars and nation which began the nation’s Manor will commemorate its service, different conflicts. They shared that healing process. That happened its dedication and its closeness to a in common. They also shared that here and you were responsible for grateful community with a Gala that they were all from South Boston and it. Since then every conflict that will be a celebration to remember. that they all supported Bill Linehan. our country has been involved in Sister Philip Ann, O Carm. Sr. Phillip Ann, O.Carm, the Councilor Linehan gave a moving South Boston men and women have Administrator Marian Manor Administrator at Marian Manor, along speech to the sixty something made their presence known and felt with her hardworking and dedicated veterans who came by Shenagins to and we thank you for that as well,” committee has been planning this talk about their shared experiences Linehan said. Marian event for some time. Sister wants and their friendship. Many hadn’t City of Boston Veteran Manor’s 60th everyone to know that all are invited seen in other in years and were Commissioner Francisco Urena to attend this Anniversary Gala of delighted that Councilor Linehan , who was in attendance, echoed Anniversary Marian Manor and of the Carmelite recognized them for their service Councilor Linehan’s remarks and Sisters’ arrival in Boston. to our Country, and talked about also told the veterans, who were in Gala The night itself will start off with the unparallel record of service that attendance, to make sure they take a cocktail reception followed by a South Boston residents have given advantage of the many services November 14th wonderful dinner bound to please in all wars and conflicts. “When we that are offered by his department. t’s doubtful that there is anyone everyone. There will be music as well were growing up just about all of our “Many veterans return home and in South Boston and even the and here, honorees will be recognized for fathers served in World War II and are not familiar with the myriad Isurrounding area who has not the great work they have been doing so our grandfathers served in World of programs that are designed to heard of the Marian Manor. The odds long to help others in need. The honorees War I. After high school it was our help them from grants to education are too that most people have either will be renowned novelist Mary Higgins friends who went off and fought in programs and health care,” had a loved one reside there or know Clark and Mother M. Mark Louis Anne Vietnam and we welcomed them Commissioner Urena state. someone who has, either on a temporary Randall, O Carm. Mother Mark Louis basis or even fulltime. Residents there once served at the Marian Manor and receive the benefit of some of the finest Mary Higgins Clark’s fine novels are care available anywhere. While it’s famous nationwide and beyond as well true, good care can be found in many as being a Catholic layperson herself. places, ‘The Manor’ is famous for that The Marian Manor and the Carmelite warm personal touch that is a comfort Sisters along with the large dedicated staff to both those receiving that care as well truly do Gods work in the South Boston as concerned family members who can Community and will continue to serve take comfort in knowing their family residents here well into the future. It is a members are in good hands. labor of love for these wonderful people, The first thing you notice when you trained professionals all. Attending the walk through the main entrance located 60 Anniversary Gala is one way for the on Dorchester St. is a feeling that this is community; whether you currently have a very special place. The décor is tasteful family members there, you did at one and welcoming and the staff at the front time or may have some time down the desk is not only professional but friendly, road of life to help support this unique helpful and very personable. As you sign resource South Boston is so fortunate to the guest book to enter, you can feel that have located here. this is a place filled warmth and caring, If you want more information about and warm and caring are probably the upcoming Gala on November 14th, the two words that best describe the you can contact Maryellen Brown by he Massachusetts Legislature’s Joint Committee on Housing atmosphere within. phone at 617-701-1329 or by email at held a meeting at the Old Colony public housing development It’s coming up on 60 years that [email protected] . As the Tin South Boston on October 11 with private property managers South Bostonians along with people date approaches, South Boston Today of affordable housing and other affordable housing advocates to learn from so many other communities will give updates on what promises to about private sector models for managing affordable housing on multiple have entrusted the wellbeing of be a fantastic event; perhaps even the sites. . Rep. Nick Collins, a committee member, was joined by, from left family members to the competent ‘social event of the year’ and its all for a to right, Co-Chair Kevin Honan, Sen. Linda Dorcena Forry, Rep. David care of Marian Manor. This is a place truly worthwhile cause. Rogers of Cambridge and Co-chair Sen. Jamie Eldridge October 24, 2013 SOUTHBOSTONTODAY • www.southbostontoday.comSTOP HERE FOR15 Trick-or-Treat on Broadway he South Boston Chamber Boston Chamber of Commerce has of Commerce members and been hosting this event that allows T many other local participating families with children to stroll businesses invite the neighborhood safely along Broadway for a fun and reat children in costumes to “Trick or Treat enjoyable Halloween and to meet the rickorT on Broadway” on Thursday, October local neighborhood business owners. T 31, 2013 from 4:00 p.m. until 6:00 Businesses wishing to participate p.m. Participating establishments should contact the Chamber at 857- will be clearly marked with an orange 350-9460 for more information and way and black poster inviting the children for a poster to display in their window onBroad to stop in for a treat. The South if they have not already received one. st Thursday, October31 4:00p.m.-6:00p.m. Sponsored by the South Boston Chamber of Commerce and your local participating merchants

31st Annual Halloween Celebration at Castle Island Happy Halloween he Castle Island Association be for the future of our nation. We is holding its 31st Halloween hope their enjoyment and memories Tcelebration at Fort Independence of the “Children’s Magical Halloween on Castle Island this Saturday and Castle” celebration as youngsters Sunday, October 26 & 27, 2013, will result in a life-long interest in We all know how candy can get in between teeth. between 12:00 and 4:00 PM, weather Castle Island and Fort Independence Here are a few tips to follow… permitting. All children from South as historical sites. This Halloween Boston are cordially invited to come celebration is the Castle Island Brush twice a day. This will help in removing all to the “Children’s Magical Halloween Association’s way of saying “Thank external germs and bacteria from your teeth. Castle”. Children must be accompanied You” to all who support us, especially by a responsible adult. Costumes are the South Boston community. We are optional. ADMISSION IS FREE! proud to serve our community, state Floss daily. Flossing removes food particles from Over the past thirty years tens of and nation by giving guided tours of between your teeth and under the gum line, thousands of children and adults Fort Independence without charge where a toothbrush cannot always reach. have attended this celebration. The and without any cost to the taxpayer. event offers enjoyments of all kinds In the case of inclement weather from outdoor entertainers, magicians, on either day, call 617-268-8870 Rinse your mouth after every meal, storytellers to our “magical castle” - or check our web site, www. especially after you eat sticky foods/candy. complete with sound effects - and free bostonfortindependence.com, to refreshments. Judging by its continuing get an update on the status of the popularity, a fun time is had by all! celebration for that day. SOUTH BOSTON The Castle Island Association firmly Contact: DENTAL ASSOCIATES, INC. believes that the earlier we introduce WILLIAM P. SPAIN or 29 Farragut Road, South Boston, MA our youngsters to Castle Island and its PATRICIA J. REID 617-268-1030 forts which span the entire spectrum (617) 645-5559 www.southbostondental.com of American history, the better it will (617) 835-8612 16 SOUTHBOSTONTODAY • www.southbostontoday.com October 24, 2013

South Boston Catholic Academy Sixth Grade News he sixth graders at South along with the wonderful children’s Also, as part of the schools Mass with Father GregoryVozzo, Boston Catholic Academy choir, doing the readings and commitment to service and Parochial Vicar. T have been very busy. They bringing up the gifts. Father Robert community students visit with the To learn more about educational took part in this months First Friday Casey, Pastor, was the celebrant and Harborlight residents once a month. opportunities at South Boston Catholic Mass at Gate of Heaven Church and Deacon Matt Janeczko,OFM, said The visit is always enjoyable. Grade Academy contact Barbara Keohane at did a great job as greeters, singing the homily. 6 recently visited and then celebrated [email protected] . October 24, 2013 SOUTHBOSTONTODAY • www.southbostontoday.com 17 18 SOUTHBOSTONTODAY • www.southbostontoday.com October 24, 2013

The SBYHL, currently in it’s 53rd season, unveiled their new team uniforms for the travel hockey program. It’s sure to be a great year with a new league, new uniforms and all new Learn to Skate program launching on November 3rd! After the debut, the children of the program participated in a Kids vs. Parents scrimmage game that resulted in a tie.

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Fall hard for South Boston Flag Football – Friday Night Lights We will be holding registrations at the Pop Warner field, next to the Murphy rink, this Friday, October 25th at 5:00 PM. Games will start this Friday night under the lights at 6:00 PM. Each game should last 1 hour. Pumpkin There will be three divisions: 1st Grade to 3rd Grade • 4th Grade to 6th Grade • 7th Grade to 8th Grade Visit us at Perkins Square All games start at 6:00 PM sharp. Cost per player is $75. Please make payment to SBFFL. © 2013 DD IP Holder LLC. All rights reserved. Price and participation may vary. www.DunkinDonuts.com Any questions, contact Bob Ferrara at [email protected] October 24, 2013 SOUTHBOSTONTODAY • www.southbostontoday.com 19

South Boston Takes 2 of 3 Home Games on Sunday SOUTH BOSTON TODAY by David Pollard Talk back to David at [email protected]

he Southie Shamrocks took for most of the game. The Shamrocks would net one late in the first to About three minutes into the 2nd to the ice at Murphy Rink on dinged two posts in the 2nd period regain their three goal edge. period, a broken play had players T Sunday, as the U-14, U-16, which would have given them a more The Express came out buzzing in jamming in front of the Springfield net and U-18 teams faced off twice comfortable lead. the 2nd period, frequently testing - the net drive would pay off as Jimmy against the Walpole Express, and once Walpole also had their chances, but South Boston goaltender Sean Hickey. Sullivan slammed one home past the against the Springfield Rifles - two Southie’s defense and goaltending Down 5-1, Southie came flying down near post to put Southie up 2-1. Massachusetts Premier Development stood tall when it mattered most - the right wing, and after a tic-tac-toe Thomas Casper then added Hockey League opponents. It was a including a late penalty kill in the passing play got the puck to the front a shorthanded goal to put the good day for South Boston teams, 3rd period; with Walpole still down of the net, Nick Downey was able to Shamrocks up 3-1. Springfield would as they won two of the three match- by just one goal, the Shamrock PK whack a bouncing puck into the twine, not go down without a fight though, ups. The U-16 Shamrocks beat the didn’t allow a single shot on net. to put the Shamrocks within three. before the end of the 2nd period the Walpole Express, 3-0; the U-18 team When there were shots on net, both From there, Walpole took over. Rifles would capitalize on two plays had a tough outing against Walpole, Southie net-minders answered the They peppered the Southie net in the low slot, tying the game 3-3 as falling 12-2; and Southie’s U-14 bell, as Jonathan O’Donnell and Sean relentlessly, and put up five more we headed to the 3rd period. group defeated Springfield in a tight Hickey each stopped every puck shot goals late in the 2nd period. The In the 3rd, Shamrock goaltender game, 4-3. their way for the combined shutout. Express continued to outplay Southie Kyle Chute would not allow a goal, Check SBT’s video highlights of With just over a minute left in in the 3rd, adding two more goals - making multiple game-changing saves the games at SouthBostonToday.com the game, Jake O’Laughlin scored for a final score of 12-2. to give Southie a chance to take the U-16 South Boston Shamrocks vs. an empty netter. Then, with about U-14 South Boston Shamrocks vs. lead, which they would. Off a 2-on-1 U-16 Walpole Express - 2:00pm: six seconds left on the clock, Shane U-14 Springfield Rifles - 5:00pm: play, Thomas Casper had the goalie Southie’s U-16 team took the ice Piotti flew down the left wing and The final game on Sunday had down and out; he pulled off a dazzling against Walpole in a low scoring whipped one last wrister between the more theatrical elements to it than the toe-drag deke and made no mistake affair. South Boston got ahead on goalie’s pad and the post. first two games; mainly because of staring at an open net for his second an early goal, and never looked U-18 South Boston Shamrocks vs. how close it was right up to the final goal of the day, putting Southie up 4-3. back - they would add two goals U-18 Walpole Express - 3:30pm: buzzer. Despite Springfield taking It became a game of “hold- late in the 3rd period to win the In the second match of the day an early 1-0 lead, Southie came your-breath” moments from there, game by a final of 3-0. against Walpole, it was all Express back to tie the game. Eventually, the Springfield hit a post with just over Early in the 1st period the early and often. Walpole scored not Shamrocks would go up by two goals, two minutes remaining in the game, Shamrocks came streaking down the 20 seconds into the game, and would but Springfield would roar back to tie and had a 6-on-4 advantage in the left wing, firing a shot on the Walpole keep lighting the lamp throughout it - all before Southie reclaimed the final minute, but Southie’s defense goaltender. After a scramble in front, the match, as they skated passed the lead in the 3rd period, and kept it, held strong until the final buzzer to Griffin Connolly was able to jam the boys in green by a final of 12-2. beating the Rifles by a score of 4-3. get the victory. lose puck home, to put Southie up 1-0. Southie wasn’t completely out of it After surrendering an early goal to For full scores and Massachusetts That one goal would prove to be in the first period. After giving up the Springfield, Ryan Bothwell managed Premier Development Hockey League all Southie needed in this one, but it first three goals, Shamrocks forward to snap a wrister past the Rifle goalie standings you can check out their was a close match for the duration. Ben Bickford ripped a wrist-shot on a break-away. That would end website at mpdhl.com. For video Southie had good pressure in the from the high slot past the glove of the scoring in the frame and the 1st highlights from this Sunday visit this offensive zone, and controlled play the Express goaltender. But Walpole period ended 1-1. article at southbostontoday.com 20 SOUTHBOSTONTODAY • www.southbostontoday.com October 24, 2013

SOUTH BOSTON YOUTH SOCCER Another successful weekend of soccer is UNDER 4 DIVISIONS: Evan Pierce and Ryan Alexander each by Jeffrey Chubb Associates just came up over. Before we get started with a recap GREEN NINJAS / SHARKS scored goals. Derek Austin, Rory Shields, short with Jake Harrison scoring two goals of the games just a few reminders: The Green Ninjas sponsored by Councilor Christopher Allan, Cole Rattican, Peter and Brandon Clark with a single goal with Bill Linehan kicked in one better than their Sullivan and Bryan Barry showed that assists going to Patrick Steele. Thomas PARENTS: The weather is beginning opponent for the victory. All four goals great teamwork gets victories. The Red Conlon made some great saves while to change and it is getting chillier at the were scored by Liam Colton. Joaquin Rockets sponsored by Massport was in net. Mike Lentini, Samantha Bowen field. Please dress kids accordingly. Murillo, Ben Vaccaro, Caroline Baker grounded today. All the players turned in and Henry Gailunas were dynamite on Maybe put a sweatshirt, long sleeve and Callan Deane played an outstanding an outstanding performance. defense. At the time of print no score jersey or sweater under their soccer game. The Sharks sponsored by FNISports sheets were available for the Shamrocks shirts. I know they stay pretty warm just came up short with goals by Jeremy UNDER 8 DIVISION: sponsored by Mt. Washington Bank and when running around, however, when Baldwin, Estelle Corbitt and Cameron SILVER HAWKS / FLYERS the Kickers sponsored by the Jimmy they are on the sidelines they are cold. Holyoke with an assist going to Jake The Silver Hawks sponsored by Cahill Club. Remember all children need to wear Greeley. Jacob Baldwin made some great O’Connell Insurance soared to a victory shin guards. If your child does not saves in net. Maggie Jones and Nicholas with two goals by Dylan Picard and a UNDER 12 DIVISION: have them, they cannot play. No hats, Sherburne did a terrific job bringing the single goal by Ryan Shields with assists JETS 2 / HOT TOTTIES 2 or jewelry can be worn while playing ball up and down the field. going to Maeve Applegate, Kearn The Jets sponsored by the Michael J. – this is for the safety of the children. Wilbanks and Riley Joyce. Benjamin Perkins A.L. Post #67 played to a tie with Also, if you have any problems at the SCOOPS / GREEN LIGHTNING Fennelly did a terrific job in net not letting goals by Brennan Schallmo. Eric Pance field, please see one of the officers of The Scoops sponsored by South Boston anything get by him. Grainne Conlon and Aaron Mulligan did a great job sharing the league and we will take care of all Today played to a tie with a goal by Nora and Jahloni George did a superb job on the goaltending duties. James O’Brien, concerns immediately. And remember Banks. All the players did an outstanding offense. Marguerite Greene and Joseph Laura Wallace, Sophie Long and Kaia to stay away from the goalie while they job kicking the ball and bringing it up and Greene were fantastic on defense. The Goncalves turned in a superb performance. are playing as it is a distraction. All down the field. The Green Lightning Massport Flyers did not score but it was The Hot Totties sponsored by Massport had parents should be on one side of the field sponsored by Congressman Stephen Lynch not from lack of trying. Maddie Anastas, single goals scored by Chloe Connors and and the players on the opposite side. kept the game even with a goal by Noraih Lucas Cappellano, Stephen Flynn and Declan Walsh. Elizabeth Powers, James If you have not turned in a concussion Depina. Sean Bianchi did a great job Aiden Martin played an outstanding Arlauskas and Anna Lysakowski played an certificate, please do so as soon as in net. Arianna Shepherd and Charlotte game. Sarah Tracey made some nice outstanding game. possible. In order to receive your Barrett showed some great teamwork. saves while manning the net. certificate you can logon to: http:// LIONS 4 / MONSTERS 1 www.cdc.gov/concusssion/headsup/ PAL / SMALL FRIES HOT SHOTS / NINJAS The Lions sponsored by O’Brien Funeral training/headsupconcussion.html. For The team sponsored by the PAL was The Hot Shots sponsored by Boston Home Home were victorious this week with two children ages 3 to 10 years old you victorious this week. All the players did Inspectors beat out their opponents with goals by Ani Pulake and single goals by can access another site http://brain101. a superb job. The Small Fries sponsored goals by Aidan Garcia, Derek Martinelli Patrick Gjoka and Abigail Seero. Linda orcasinc/5000/.com. It is a cartoon site by Sullivan’s had four goals scored off and Darin Grady. All the players turned Stefanov, Rachel Rans, Drew Garcia, and should hold their attention. After you the foot of Zion Sequeira. Grant Sullivan, in an awesome performance. The Ninjas Kanyiah Ganga and Brigid Rooney have gone through this info you can go Savannah Smith and Keagan Somers were sponsored by Donahue & Associates did a great job on the field and showed to the other site (see above) and fill out terrific out on the field. At the time of print played a tough opponent. All the players some great teamwork. The Monsters the info saying you and your child have no score sheets were available for the John did a good job on the field. At the time of sponsored by Eastern Bank had a single completed this class. Hancock Insurance Wolfpack and the print no score sheets were available for the goal kicked in by Tyler Errico. Rose This is not the rules of the South Boston Happy Green Monsters from Massport. Blue Devils sponsored by Joe Pace & Sons Harnan, Andrew Devlin, Grace Tinlin Youth Soccer League. It is mandatory for and the The Gang sponsored by the Billy and Rebecca Donovan all turned in a any youth who are involved in activities on UNDER 6 DIVISION: Flaherty Gang. super performance. City of Boston properties to take the class. HEAT / MOOSE So please make sure you go to this website. The Heat Sponsored by Metro Energy UNDER 10 DIVISON: UNDER 18 DIVISION: kept up their winning ways with two SOUTHIE STRONG YANKEE BUS LINE 6 SNACK BAR: Please patronize the goals by Aidan and single goals by LIGHTNING 1 DECO LEASING 4 snack bar. All monies that are brought in Dimitri and Ben with assists going to At the time of print no score sheet was The team sponsored by Yankee Bus at the snack bar go right back to the local Michael, Robbie, Jack and Vasi. Griffin, available for the Southie Strong sponsored Line was victorious this week with three sports teams that use the park, which Ben and Leila did a super job sharing the by Stapleton Florist. The Massport goals scored by Patrick Forde, two goals helps defray some of the expenses to the goaltending duties. Ian and Aaron were Lightning scored a single goal off the by Justin Novicki and a single goal by league. awesome on offense and Audrey and foot of Patrick Harnan. Dylan Murtagh, Coleman O’Toole. Mark Lysakowski NEW SOCCER BANQUET DATES Clara showed some great teamwork. The Caitlin Fitzgerald, Jack Swartz, Andrew did a great job manning the net. Rose & TIMES: The Banquet will be held Moose sponsored by the McDonough Menjin, Fiona Gilmartin, Grainne Forde and Jesse Miller were awesome on Saturday, November 23rd at the Post Ladies Auxiliary had a goal kicked McBride, Finbar Kyne and Tyler Morrill on offense and Connor O’Toole and South Boston Boys & Girls Club, 230 in by Harry Minnucci assisted by Michael played a great game. Shamus Flaherty dominated the defense. W. 6th Street, South Boston. Parents Clark and Rocco Blasi. Outstanding The team sponsored by Deco Leasing are asked to bring desserts. See times saves in net by Katie Kelly and Vivian FLAMES 4 / HORNETS 3 played a great game but came up short. and age groups below: Allen. Deacon Evriviades played with The Flames sponsored by Boston Mohammed scored two goals and UNDER 4: 12 noon great energy. Dakota Herbert and Tessa Firefighters Credit Union kicked in one Katelyn and David each scored a goal. UNDER 6: 1:00 p.m. Doyle played great defense. Way to go better than their opponent for the win. Anna made some great saved in net. Joe UNDER 8 & UNDER 10: 2:00 p.m. Moose on a well-played game. Henry Pulake and Aiden Young each did awesome on offense and David and UNDER 12 & UNDER 18: 3:00 p.m. scored a pair of goals. Aidan Fitzgerald Sabella played a good defensive game. DOLPHINS / RED ROCKETS was outstanding in net. Lilly Austin, Owen At the time of print no score sheets were And now on to a recap of the games: The Dolphins sponsored by Marian Donovan and Madison Rull showed some available for the teams sponsored by Manor beat out their opponent when great teamwork. The Kickers sponsored Massport and Iron Workers Local #7. October 24, 2013 SOUTHBOSTONTODAY • www.southbostontoday.com 21

season, no one expected him to even be a candidate for the team’s closer role. Newly acquired Joel Hanrahan was tabbed the Sox closer at the start of the season, with former AL Rookie of the Year Andrew Bailey earning the role as setup man. Unfortunately, the Red Sox’s plan for their bullpen crumbled quickly, as Hanrahan was placed on the disabled list on May 7 with a damaged flexor tendon in his elbow and missed the rest of the season. Bailey took on the role of Sox closer in the aftermath, but would also miss the rest of the season after undergoing surgery for a torn labrum in his throwing shoulder on July 24. With both Bailey and Hanrahan down for the count, Uehara, who had only recorded 14 saves in his career before this season, was forced into the role. The rest, as they say, was history. Uehara put together one of the greatest seasons ever for a relief pitcher, as he finished the year with 21 saves and a 1.09 ERA. In 74 1/3 innings pitched, Uehara struck out 101 batters and only surrendered an astonishing nine walks. Overall, Uehara posted an 11.22 strikeout- High-Five City: Dominant Uehara to-walk ratio. Uehara has been as SOUTH BOSTON TODAY advertised during postseason play. In Deserving of ALCS MVP By Conor Ryan eight playoff games, Uehara has five t’s official, Red Sox Nation. Boston has to be their closer, 38-year-old Koji when he first arrived in Boston during saves and has struck out 13 batters over is heading back to its third World Uehara. Uehara was lights out in ALCS, the 2012 offseason. nine innings of work. Needless to say, ISeries in less than 10 years. The Red finishing the series with a 1-0 record Uehara, who came over to the United Uehara has definitely been a vital piece Sox will kick off the final chapter of their with three saves in three opportunities, States in 2009 after a successful stint of Boston’s pennant-winning team, worst-to-first season on Wednesday, as striking out nine and only allowing in the Nippon Professional Baseball perhaps the most vital of any of the 25 Boston will host the St. Louis Cardinals four hits over six scoreless innings. league in Japan, found success as a players on the roster. Now, we go on to in Game 1 of the World Series at Fenway For his efforts, Uehara was named the reliever with the Orioles and Rangers, the World Series. As it’s been all year, Park. It’s been a grueling, emotional, ALCS MVP at the end of Boston’s 5-2 making him a solid pickup at the time I can’t even predict what players will but ultimately thrilling season, and there series-clinching win over Detroit on for the Red Sox, who desperately step up and make their presence felt in seems to be an endless amount of players Saturday night. “All I can say is that I’m needed bullpen depth. While Uehara’s this best-of-seven series, but I know responsible for getting Boston to where extremely, extremely happy right now,” excellent control and downright filthy Koji will be in the mix. Here’s hoping it is right now. Uehara said after the game. splitter made him a valuable part of for a few more high-fives in October. Even looking back at the hard- Uehara is just the third relief pitcher the Boston bullpen coming into the Let’s seal the deal, Red Sox. fought ALCS series between Boston ever to win the ALCS MVP award. and the Detroit Tigers, it seems like He’s certainly in good company, as the PUB every member of the Sox roster had other two relievers to earn the honor & their moment to shine in the six-game were Dennis Eckersley in 1988 and GRILLE series: David Ortiz’s grand slam in Mariano Rivera in 2003. Yes, while 501 East Eighth Street, South Boston, MA 02127 • 617-268-0007 Game 2, John Lackey outpitching it may seem out of the ordinary for a Justin Verlander in Game 3 and Shane reliever to win the MVP for a playoff Friday 7-9pm Saturday Sunday Victorino’s go-ahead grand slam in series, most Red Sox fans seem to 8pm to midnight 8pm to midnight Linehan Rally Tommy Baker & Patriots @ 1:00pm Game 6 are just a couple of the Sox whole-heartedly agree with the call, as The Troublemakers players that stepped up in crunch time Uehara has been anything but ordinary Music - Food - Fun Red Sox @ 8:07pm $25 Suggested Donation and helped lead Boston over a very this season, and not only deserves the talented Tigers team. ALCS MVP, but also the MVP of the Yes, there are many players to thank regular season for the Sox. GO for getting the Red Sox to the Fall It’s been a whirlwind of a year for Red Sox! Classic, but the biggest culprit for the Uehara, as he wasn’t even expected Kitchen Open 11am til 4pm Mon-Fri, Sat & Sun til 6pm Red Sox’s incredible postseason run to pitch in the eighth inning of games 22 SOUTHBOSTONTODAY • www.southbostontoday.com October 24, 2013

Red Sox take on Cardinals in 2004 World Series Rematch SOUTH BOSTON TODAY by David Pollard Talk back to David at [email protected]

he 2013 MLB Postseason Pittsburgh Pirates and Los Angeles has been a thrill to watch, Dodgers. The Pirates gave St. Louis Tparticularly if you are a fan a run for their money but ultimately of the Boston Red Sox or St. Louis lost to a more experienced Cardinals Cardinals. The last time these two team in the Division Series, 3-2. St. teams met in the postseason, the Louis then outplayed the Dodgers for Red Sox swept the Cardinals in the the majority of their six game series, 2004 World Series, and were MLB and beat Los Angeles handily, 4-2 in Champions for the first time in 86 the NLCS. long years. Good pitching and timely hitting It may not seem like it’s been nine has put the Cardinals where they years since the Red Sox broke the are. Much like Boston, St. Louis is Curse of the Bambino, but it has a team that can expect a big hit from been nearly a decade and a lot has practically anyone in their line-up. changed for both teams since they They’ve gotten solid pitching from last went head to head for baseball’s starters Adam Wainwright, Jake ultimate prize. Westbrook, and Michael Wacha. Starting with St. Louis, since losing Boston is similar; they’ve gotten to the Sox 2004, the Cards have won strong pitching from Jon Lester, John two World Series Championships. Lackey, and Clay Buccholz. Both They beat the Detroit Tigers 4-1 in the games. Since, it’s been somewhat 2013 has been a good year for both teams haven’t had the “lights out” 2006 World Series, and more recently disappointing for the Red Sox, who teams. The Cardinals continue to be a pitching that many expect to see in they beat the Texas Rangers 4-3 in have been to the postseason 5 out of the model of consistency in the NL Central, the postseason, but both squads have 2011. The Cardinals made it to the last 9 seasons since 2004. After 2007 they came in 1st place in their division pitchers that grind through tough postseason in 2012 as the National the Red Sox largely underachieved, with a 97-65 record under Mike innings and keep the scores low enough League Wild Card victor, and lost to after losing in the ALCS to Tampa Matheny, now in his second year as for their offense to do some damage. the eventual World Series Champion Bay in 2008, they were swept away the St. Louis manager (Matheny was a The road to the World Series has San Francisco Giants in the NLCS. St. by the Anaheim Angels in the 2009 catcher for the Cards in 2004). The Red been a bit more dramatic for Boston. Louis has made it to the postseason 6 Division Series. The downward trend Sox went from worst to first in their They beat Tampa Bay 3-1 in the out of the last 9 seasons since 2004. would continue, as the Sox did not road to the American League pennant. ALDS, and had several intense bouts The Red Sox, after beating the make the postseason in 2010 or 2011. The Sox also went 97-65 this season, in a spectacular series against the Cardinals in 2004, have won another Then in 2012, the franchise had its and came in 1st place in the AL East. Detroit Tigers; two grand slams drove World Series in 2007 when they swept worst season since 1965, going 69-93 For the Cardinals, the road to Boston to two vital wins in the ALCS, the Colorado Rockies in four straight for a dismal .426 winning percentage. the World Series ran through the as the Sox went on to beat the Tigers

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in that series, 4-2. World Series, once in 1946 and again in 1967; St. The Sox score more runs than the Cardinals, Louis won both of those series in seven games. but the Cardinals give up fewer runs than the This World Series will likely be more like the Red Sox. In 2013, the Red Sox lead the majors 1946 and 1967 meetings that went the distance with 853 runs scored; the Cardinals scored 783. than the ’04 World Series victory for the Sox. In However, the Sox allowed 656 runs to be scored, 2004 they were destiny’s team, after coming back where the Cardinals only allowed 596. to complete the greatest comeback in the history Thinking back to 2004, these two teams were of the sport being down 3-0 to the Yankees in the entirely different. In fact, the only player who ALCS, nothing was going to stop that train from remains (for either team), as part of the roster rolling, and nothing did. from 2004, is Red Sox DH David Ortiz. For the The 2013 World Series features baseballs best Sox fan, the 2004 World Series victory reminds two teams in terms of both wins (97 apiece) and you of Curt Schilling and the bloody sock, David run differential (+197 for the Sox, +187 for the Roberts and the steal that saved the Red Sox Cards). Both John Farrell and Mike Matheny are season, Manny Ramirez was the World Series stepping into the spotlight now in their young MVP. It was a Red Sox team that featured Keith managerial careers. The team who wins this series Foulke as the closer, Mark Bellhorn was your will win their third World Series title in under a Mike Napoli, Pedro Martinez and Derek Lowe decade - which would be just the third time in started and won two games in the World Series. MLB history that a single franchise has won a 2004 was Terry Francona’s first year as the Red championship three times over a ten year span. Sox manager. It doesn’t happen often in baseball or For the Cardinals, they had slugger Albert professional sports in general, where the two Pujols in 2004, their starters were Chris best teams in the league go at it with one another Carpenter, Jason Marquis, Matt Morris and Jeff for all the marbles, but it will happen this year. Suppan. Their closer was Jason Isringhausen, Expect these teams to grind, expect to be holding and they had perennial All-Star candidates in your breath on every pitch, and if you are a Red third-baseman Scott Rolen and center fielder Sox or Cardinals fan, strap yourselves in, it’s Jim Edmonds. Tony LaRussa was managing the going to be a long series. Cards in 2004. Game 1 of the 2013 World Series will be Prior to the Red Sox beating the Cardinals in played at Fenway Park on Wednesday, October 2004, the two teams had met twice before in the 23; first pitch is at 8:07PM. Southie Halloween Pub Crawl

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