MBTA Holds Virutal Open House for Better Bus Project

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HANDEL AND HAYDN SOCIETY PERFORMS AT HATCH SHELL MBTA holds virutal open house for Better Bus Project

By Lauren Bennett MBTA General Manager Steve transformation to amenities at Poftak. “It’s important for us to bus stops. Different members of The MBTA held a virtual open talk about our good intent here.” the MBTA team were on hand to house regarding the Better Bus He also said that the bus is the present on each of the topics. Project on August 26, where bus mode of transportation that has Caroline Vanasse talked about riders had a chance to hear nine “come back the most” after the the bus network redesign, saying mini-presentations on different height of the pandemic, and is that the MBTA is “focused on aspects of bus improvements, now between 55 and 65 percent the service overall and it’s really before splitting up into break- ridership. just serving streets and connect- out rooms to chat with MBTA The mini-presentations ing them in ways that are better employees. focused on everything from the for our riders.” PHOTOS BY ROBERT TORRES “The MBTA wants to make bus network redesign to fare The Handel and Haydn Society preforming at the Hatch Shell on the the bus better for its riders,” said (Better Bus Project Pg. 3) Esplanade. They premiered a new text for Beethoven’s “Symphony No. 9” to a crowd of over 10,000 people on Friday, Aug. 27. See more photos on Page 5. New ‘Cornerstone Project’ at New England Historic Fenway-Kenmore sweeps Community Genealogical Society calls for public participation Genealogical Society (NEHGS) plans for the building’s facade to Garden category in Garden Contest By Lauren Bennett has plans to expand its program- the Back Bay Architectural By Dan Murphy Kim Janey announced the win- Researching lineage and gene- ming offerings after purchasing Commission (BBAC) on ners of the 25th annual Mayor’s alogy in the Back Bay is going the building at 97 Newbury St. August 11, where the team Fenway-Kenmore entries Garden Contest last week. to become even more interactive adjacent to its existing headquar- received feedback on the design. swept the Community Garden and user friendly. ters at 99 Newbury St. category when acting Mayor (Garden Contest, Pg. 2) The New England Historic The Society presented initial (NEHGS Pg. 8)

Mayor Janey WARD 4 ICE CREAM SOCIAL AT TITUS SPARROW PARK welcomes students to Boston Staff Report Mayor Kim Janey along with representatives from several city agencies today greeted college and university students moving into Boston on September 1, and helped ensure they have a smooth transition into their new homes. The City’s Inspectional Services, Transportation, Mayor’s Office of Neighborhood Services, Fire, Police and Public Works depart- ments are conducting housing inspections (upon request), trash inspections, and distribut- ing informational brochures in neighborhoods with large student populations. Mayor Janey and other City officials conducted a walkthrough at 12:00pm Titus Sparrow Park was full of activity as the Ward 4 Ice Cream Scoial attracted many residents to join in. Shown to the left, Chip Huhta awaits some ice cream served beginning at 20 Linden St. in All- by Prakhar Gupta as Massachusetts State Rep Jay Livingstone contemplates his ice (Welcome Students, Pg. 2) crream selection with Ben Seigal. See more photos on Pages 6 and 7. PAGE 2 THE BOSTON SUN September 2, 2021 editorial

ENJOY A SAFE LABOR DAY WEEKEND Welcome Students (from pg. 1) ston and proceeded to Pratt and provides and understand how to • Speedway, 219 Cambridge There’s a temptation for people to splurge at the end of things. We other neighboring streets. be good neighbors.” St. in Brighton all are familiar with the idea, “If this is the last, let’s make it a blast!” The Inspectional Services City officials would like to • Whole Foods, 413 Cam- We don’t have anything against that sentiment, but all too often Department (ISD) have up to remind students to avoid used bridge St. in Jamaica Plain that sort of mindset leads to risky behavior and tragic outcomes. 50 inspectors canvassing areas furniture, and to notify their • Andrew Station in South If there is nothing else we have learned after being in the newspaper heavily populated with students landlord immediately in the event Boston business for more than 50 years, it is this: A person can do everything including: Allston, Brighton, of a suspected infestation. The • Forest Hills Train Station right and live by the book for their entire life, but all it takes is one mistake of judgment that can change everything, both for themselves Fenway, Mission Hill, South Code Enforcement Division of • Star Market, 45 Morrissey and others. Boston, Back Bay and the PWD is issuing citations for trash Blvd in Dorchester Persons who otherwise might not have a drinking problem can North End. Inspectors will visit violations, including improperly indulge just a bit too much at an event such as an end-of-summer addresses with a history of viola- placed trash, and trash placed on The Boston Transportation celebration and -- presto, in the snap of a finger -- they have killed or tions, as well as units identified the curb on the incorrect trash Department have implemented maimed themselves or others in a driving, boating, or other accident. through random selection. They day. Trash trucks are circulating on-street parking restrictions on And then there are the problem drinkers among us who look for will conduct on-the-spot inspec- through key student move-in several streets in Allston, Brigh- any excuse to “celebrate,” which means getting hammered at a Labor tions upon request, and confirm neighborhoods to collect discard- ton, Fenway, Mission Hill, South Day weekend gathering, instantly making them a threat to the safety that units are registered with ed items that have been placed Boston, Back Bay and the North of themselves and others. the City of Boston in compli- on the curb. New residents can End. In addition, on-street park- However, the usual excessive partying is not the only danger we ance with the City’s Rental Units visit boston.gov/trash-day to find ing restrictions signage have been face this Labor Day weekend. The Delta variant of COVID-19 is lurk- Ordinance, which requires that their trash and recycling dates. In posted in affected neighboring everywhere and no one -- not even the vaccinated -- are safe from all private rental units are regis- addition, information pertaining hoods. For more information on infection. tered annually. to rodent control can be found street restrictions, visit boston. As we are writing this, the forecast calls for a sunny Labor Day “Boston is proudly home to on our Rodent Control website. gov/moving . weekend with pleasant temperatures in the 70s (a welcome respite colleges and universities that Representatives from the Students are encouraged to after our washouts of the Memorial Day and July 4 holiday week- attract students from all over the Mayor’s Office of Neighborhood visit https://www.boston.gov/ ends), which means that we will be able to engage in our Labor Day world,” said Mayor Janey. “For Services will be staffing tents at moving for more information activities outdoors where we can socialize safely -- though from a dis- those students living off campus several locations to answer ques- regarding parking restrictions tance. in our city, we work to ensure tions about city services and to and permits, trash removal and But if our festivities are not outside, all of us need to be wary of they have safe housing, are distribute informational hand- restrictions, and rental require- gathering indoors unless everybody is masked. informed about services the City outs, including at: ments. We wish all of our readers a happy -- and safe -- Labor Day weekend.

THE 13 SERVICE MEMBERS Garden Contest (from pg. 1) WERE TRUE HEROES The neighborhood’s Craig the Shade Garden category, and award from Mayor Janey while and Kimberly McNulty won Cindy Joyce, second-place win- second- and third-place win- Every American was saddened last week upon hearing the news first place in this category, while ner in the Porch, Balcony, or ners were awarded certificates. of the suicide bombing by a terrorist in Afghanistan that claimed the John Ruiz took second place, Container Garden category. First-place winners were also lives of 13 U.S. service men and women, 11 of whom were Marines and Dionna Di Pierro and Steven “I am proud to carry on Bos- entered into a drawing for a and one each from the Army and Navy. Davy took third place, respec- ton’s tradition of commemo- JetBlue Grand Prize consisting If any of our readers have not had a chance to read the personal sto- tively. rating those who help keep our of roundtrip flights for two to ries of these brave and dedicated young men and women, we encour- In the South End, Doug Gif- neighborhoods vibrant and invit- any nonstop destination from age you to do so. Their life-stories are inspirational and demonstrate ford and Jill Christians were the ing,” said Acting Mayor Kim Boston, and they also received the high-quality of the dedicated individuals who serve in our armed second- and third-place winners, Janey in a press release. “I first a pair of tickets to the Isabella forces today. They were amazing young men and women who came respectively, in the Small Yard learned the joys of gardening Stewart Gardner Museum. Gift from disparate backgrounds and from all across the country, but who Garden category, while Alex from my grandmother and have certificates were provided by stood united in their desire to show the world the best that America and Stephanie Tsalagas took first continued in my own commu- Mahoney’s Garden Centers to can be. place and Bev Christians and nity. This contest is a great way the top three winners in each cat- These 13 service members knew of the danger they were facing out- Chris Hartmann third place in to affirm our city’s dedication to egory, as well as to the 2021 Hall side of the Abbey Gate at Kabul’s Hamid Karzai Airport, yet they con- the Porch, Balcony, or Container beautifying urban spaces, and of Fame winners, according to tinued to process the hundreds of Afghan nationals who were seeking Garden category. plant a seed of interest in the next the Boston Parks and Recreation to come to the United States to flee persecution from the aliban.T Winners from Back Bay generation of gardeners.” Department. They did their duty in the face of danger for which they made the include Christa Comeau, who First-place winners received ultimate sacrifice. was the third-place winner in the coveted “Golden Trowel” Contrary to what the pundits and usual-suspect politicians are saying, the incredible effort by these 13 soldiers and their comrades that resulted in the airlifting of more than 125,000 of our Afghanistan allies stands as a testament to the ability of our military to complete its mission. No other nation on earth could have accomplished what we did THE BOSTON SUN in Afghanistan over the past two weeks -- and no other nation even remotely will be able to come close in the future. President/Editor: Stephen Quigley Our military could have packed its bags and said, “Good luck,” Marketing Director: Debra DiGregorio when the Afghan government fled, but instead we made a herculean ([email protected]) effort to get our people and allies out of the country. The Supreme Sacrifice made by those 13 servicemen and women Art Directors: Kane DiMasso-Scott, Scott Yates forever will stand as a reminder to the world of America’s resolve and Reporters: Lauren Bennett, [email protected] strength, which once again has proven that we are the greatest and strongest nation on earth by any measure. Dan Murphy, [email protected], John Lynds, [email protected] September 2, 2021 THE BOSTON SUN PAGE 3 SELDC approves facade changes for 809-811 Harrison Ave.

By Lauren Bennett the space. lefthand side. current plan right now,” she said. be symmetrical.” At the previous SEDLC hear- Feliz said that the existing Preservation Planner Gabriela The proposed painting around A subcommittee of the South ing, the Commission had ques- green awnings will be removed, Amoee said that the commission the doors is meant to look like a End Landmark District Com- tions regarding the lighting and and though the lighting design does not have jurisdiction over cactus and will be painted green, mission (SELDC) met virtually the windows, as well as the sig- itself will not be changed, the fix- the light fixtures. but the Commission can only on August 31 to discuss a proj- nage. tures will. Commissioner Fabian D’Sou- recommend paint colors and not ect previously presented at the Applicant Yessy Feliz said that The proposed sign, which za said he wants both proposed enforce them. August 3 full Commission hear- “so far, we have applied for per- was discussed at the previ- windows to match, and asked The subcommittee voted to ing. mits from the city,” and most of ous hearing, is “on hold,” what kind of windows they approve the project with the pro- The proposal is to remove the changes to the building will Feliz said, as the restaurant needs would be, to which Feliz replied viso that the “window openings and replace windows and wood take place on the outside. to move through the signage pro- they would be aluminum. must be symmetrical in terms of molding, remove the awning, The main entrance to the cess with the city before coming Commissioner Catherine detail and divider.” The proposal and paint the facade at the for- restaurant has windows to the to the SELDC. Hunt agreed that the windows for the sign will come before the mer Andre’s Cafe location 809- right, which overlook the kitch- “The sign, even though it’s should be identical to each other, Commission at a later date. 811 Harrison Ave. El Barrio en, as well as windows in the presented here, is not part of the and the “detail around it should Mexican Grill will be taking over

Better Bus Project (from pg. 1) She said that a survey was tions,” and now service is being vide up-to-date information on The first two are planned for For more information about recently conducted, and further brought back to 93 percent of buses right at stops themselves. this coming winter, and addition- the Better Bus Project, visit mbta. conversation will be had this what it was before the pandemic. He said that there are 18 signs al kiosks will come in the future. com/projects/better-bus-project. coming fall. The goal is to “cre- For more information on chang- in six municipalities that are pro- ate a more equitable network es to specific routes, visit mbta. viding “real-time” information Clinical Research Study for Male Cancer Survivors that better serves transit-critical com/servicechanges. about bus arrival. Approximate- populations,” she added. On the topic of fare transfor- ly 20 more stops will receive • Do you have Fatigue (tiredness)? Researchers at Brigham and Women’s Hospital are looking • Do you have a previous history of cancer? at the effects of testosterone therapy in cancer survivors Melissa Dullea spoke about mation, Heather Hume, Director these screens this year, and • Has your cancer been in remission for at who have fatigue and low testosterone. least 1 year? service changes planned for the of Transition for MBTA Fare “high-priority service alerts & • Did you receive chemotherapy or radiation There are up to 8 study visits over 9 months. fall, as reductions in service were Transformation said that future therapy for your cancer? Study participants will undergo an extensive health other stop-specific information” evaluation, blood tests and screening for various health made during the pandemic to plans include being able to board will also be added. If you are a: conditions during the screening period. accommodate for lower rider- and pay at the rear door “at o Male Study compensation of up to $700, parking and meal Subramanian also spoke o Age 18-50 years vouchers will be provided. o In remission from your cancer for at least 1 ship. She said that during the the busiest stops on select bus To see if you may qualify, please call 1-617-525-8407 or about “new ‘gold standard’ bus year pandemic, the “MBTA also real- routes.” Additionally, Charlie email [email protected]. shelters,” such as the ones being You could be eligible for a clinical research study located service to different parts Cards will become available to installed on Columbus Ave. in of the system to maintain quality obtain and reload at an increased Roxbury that feature seating, service for transit-critical popula- number of retailers. Further fare vending machines, as well as information can be found at an overhang for shelter from the mbta.com/faretransformation. weather. Real time information is GARY DRUG Accessibility will also be also provided at these stops, he For over 75 years, Gary Drug has been serving the improved on buses, according SERVICE said. residents of Beacon Hill, the West End and the Back Bay. DIRECTORY to Laura Brelsford, who talked Shelters like these will also be about a pilot already in place on added to other “bus priority cor- 10 buses throughout the system ridors” as well, he said. Stay Home, Stay Safe JOHN J. RECCA for automated securement of The MBTA also has a new PAINTING wheelchairs and other mobility “street furniture” program that CALL US Interior/Exterior devices. This will be quicker than includes a partnership with ad Commercial/Residential the current system of the driver company Intersection “to deliv- our eighborhood harmacY - Y N P Fully Insured having to stop the bus to manu er ride amenities at bus stops & ally secure mobility devices. Quality Work raise new revenue,” according to Karti Subramanian spoke a slide presented at the meeting. Reasonable Rates NEIGHBORHOOD about some amenities at bus It also allows for “co-investment Free Estimates stops, including solar powered opportunity with municipalities [email protected] DELIVERY SERVICE e-ink screens that will be added for system-wide rollout.” 781-241-2454 to more stops this year to pro- MONDAY THRU FRIDAY Delivering Your Medication Want Neighborhood News And Other Essential Items delivered right to your hands? Store Hours: Mon - Fri 8am-8pm Sat & Sun 9am-5pm Subscribe to The Boston Sun’s Newsletter Copy & Fax Service • Neighborhood Delivery Service and never miss a thing! We accept most prescription drug plans Let Gary Drug Be Your Neighborhood Pharmacy 59 Charles Street • Phone 617-227-0023 • Fax 617-227-2879 Visit thebostonsun.com or scan the QR Code PAGE 4 THE BOSTON SUN September 2, 2021 EBNHC provides update on CEO transition process COO Greg Wilmot to Greg Wilmot as Interim Presi- pandemic. Ways Health Partners, a member dent and CEO effective Novem- “Additionally, in the wake of Mass General Brigham, where serve as interim CEO ber 1, 2021. of last year’s national reckon- he led the organization’s Mass- “Since joining the health center ing on racial injustice, Greg led Health Accountable Care Orga-

By John Lynds in 2017, Greg has made a consid- EBNHC’s Racial Equity Project, nization strategy and operations. erable positive impact on staff, bringing an intentional and stra- Additionally, Wilmot previously Since East Boston Neighbor- patients, and the EBNHC orga- tegic focus to the health center’s served as Boston Medical Cen- hood Health Center President nization, as a whole,” said Lopes efforts to address Diversity, Equi- ter’s director of business develop- and CEO Manny Lopes made and Sorrento in a joint statement ty, and Inclusion as a healthcare ment, where he partnered with the shocking announcement ear- this week. “Greg’s leadership institution, business leader, and clinical and administrative lead- lier this month that he would be has contributed to a more than community partner,” they said. ers at the hospital and across key leaving his post to serve as Exec- 48 percent growth in the Neigh- “We feel strongly that given his partners to create new oppor- utive Vice President at Blue Cross borhood PACE program, which experience, background, and his- tunities for growth and expand Blue Shield of Massachusetts, now boasts a 95 percent satisfac- tory at the health center, Greg is a EBNHC COO Greg Wilmot clinical services and quality Lopes and the Health Center’s tion score – among the highest in strong, dedicated, capable leader to serve as interim CEO after goals. Wilmot also worked for Board of Directors provided an the nation.” and is well-prepared to support Manny Lopes leaves at the end of former Massachusetts Governor October. update on the transition process. Lopes and Sorrento said after this transition.” Deval Patrick’s Executive Office Lopes and the board’s chair, his promotion to COO last Sep- Prior to November, Lopes Board of Directors will continue of Health and Human Services Rita Sorrento, reported after a tember, Wilmot played a key role and Sorrento said the Board to develop and define next steps as senior advisor and director of series of discussions and inter- in helping to design and execute will work closely with Wilmot to establish a permanent replace- strategy and performance man- views, the Board has voted unan- EBNHC’s COVID-19 vaccina- to ensure he is familiar with key ment,” they said. “We estimate agement and held various oper- imously to appoint EBNHC tion strategy, which resulted in initiatives and to make introduc- that this process will take several ational and management roles at Senior Vice President, Chief over 100,000 doses administered tions where necessary. months.” Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massa- Operating Officer, and Executive in communities hit hardest by the “Concurrently, EBNHC’s Prior to joining EBNHC in chusetts. Director of Neighborhood PACE 2017, Wilmot worked at All- Joe Boncore will step down from State Senate seat for MassBio CEO position

By Cary Shuman tive officer at the Massachusetts and work in a thriving industry across the Commonwealth, so it Biotechnology Council (Mass- that’s had tremendous growth just seemed the right time for me Sen. Joseph Boncore, who has Bio). over the last decade. I really look to take my advocacy skills and served in the First Middlesex and “I’m excited to start this new forward to taking this organiza- move on to advocate for patients Suffolk District senate seat since chapter in my life, but I’m a lit- tion to the next level. in Massachusetts and across the 2016, announced Wednesday tle sad to close the chapter of my “As many people are aware, country” said Boncore. that he will be resigning from his life as an elected official,” said I’ve had the experience with Boncore won a special election position. He will be submitting Boncore. “I really loved serving my twin boys, who were born for the Senate seat in May, 2016. his official letter of resignation the people of Winthrop, Revere, severely prematurely, to see first- He put together an impressive next week. Cambridge, and Boston for the hand the impact that the life record of accomplishments in Boncore is leaving the Senate last 5 ½ years in the State Senate. science industry can have on the State while rising through to become the new chief execu- But I’m excited to join MassBio patients and patients’ families the ranks to a leadership position as the Senate Chair of the Joint Committee on transportation. “I’ve had an incredible oppor- Virtual Community Meeting tunity to get a lot accomplished State Sen. Joseph Boncore will be with the entire Senate and Sen- stepping down from his Senate ate President Karen Spilka, for seat effective next week. Roxbury Strategic Master Plan Oversight Committee issues that were near and dear to my heart like criminal justice monwealth.” Monday, September 13 Zoom Link: bit.ly/Sept2021RSMPOC reform and housing affordability Boncore said he what he will 6:00 PM - 7:45PM Toll Free: (833) 568 - 8864 and finding a way to deal with most about his work as a senator Meeting ID: 160 406 2203 the transportation infrastructure Event Description woes that have plagued the Com- (Boncore, Pg. 9) The Roxbury Strategic Master Plan Oversight Committee was developed to oversee projects that fall under the Roxbury Strategic Master Plan. The committee meets monthly to discuss development and planning in Nubian Square. Vote on P3 RFP on 9.13.21. To read the Draft RFP visit bit.ly/DraftP3RFP. All meetings are held on zoom and open to the public. For more information, on how to Join, Engage, and Take Action, please visit the website. Upcoming meetings/Próximas reuniones/Dat pwochen rankont yo se: • Sept./Septiembre/Septanm 13 (P3 RFP Vote/Votar sobre la solicitud de propuesta para P3/Vote sou demann pou pwopozisyon Pou P3) • Oct./Octubre/Oktòb 4 • Nov./Noviembre/Novanm 1 For interpretation services, contact the planner listed below one week before each meeting. Para los servicios de interpretación, comuníquese con el planificador que se indica a continuación una semana antes de cada reunión. Si w bezwen sèvis entèpretasyon, kontakte moun kap planifye a pi ba a, yon semèn anvan chak reyinyon. Contact: Kelly Sherman Boston Planning & Development Agency One City Hall Square, 9th Floor Boston, MA 02201 617.918.5493 | [email protected]

bostonplans.org @bostonplans Teresa Polhemus, Executive Director/Secretary September 2, 2021 THE BOSTON SUN PAGE 5

HANDEL + HAYDN SOCIETY PREMIERE NEW TEXT OF BEETHOVEN’S NINTH TO THE HATCH SHELL

Photos by Robert Torres The Handel and Haydn Soci- ety premiered a new text for Bee- thoven’s “Symphony No. 9” to a crowd of over 10,000 people on Friday, Aug. 27, at the DCR Hatch Memorial Shell on the Charles River Esplanade. Led by conductor Marin Alsop, H+H performed former U.S. Poet Laureate and Massa- chusetts native Tracy K. Smith’s new version of “Ode to Joy.” Smith was on hand for the premiere.

The Handel and Haydn Society preforming at the Hatch Shell on the Tracy K Smith with soloists. Esplanade. Markey holds Climate Action Conversation at NE Aquarium

By John Lynds the need to act is now. climate crisis and gives work- extreme heat, to catastrophic their leaders, an intergeneration- “This is a code red,” said ing people a fair shake, all while precipitation and devastating al movement of climate lead- At a Climate Action Con- Markey last week. “We are also making corporations and the droughts, no person or commu- ers are calling on Congress to versation at the New England seeing the real impacts of the cli- ultra-wealthy finally pay their fair nity will be able to hide from the include major climate action in Aquarium last Thursday U.S. mate crisis in our country. With share. For too long, the playing serious and most dire impacts of the budget reconciliation pack- Sen. Ed Markey called the global the wildfires in the est,W where field has been tilted towards the our human-driven climate crisis. age — which is our best oppor- warming crisis a ‘Code Red’ and people have lost homes and fami- rich and powerful and against Previous IPCC reports should tunity to respond with solutions outlined steps needed to be taken lies have been broken apart, these working Americans who bear the have been roadmaps for action -- to the impacts outlined by the now to ensure a sustainable extreme weather events are caus- brunt of climate change, econom- the scientists have spoken clearly IPCC,” he said. “With policies to future for the planet. ing crises like the Dixie Fire in ic inequality, racial injustice, and for more than a generation about drive deep cuts in emissions, pro- Markey was at the Aquarium California. This is real, whether the COVID-19 pandemic. This the damage humans are doing to tect communities from climate to call for the passing of the $3.5 it was in 2020 or today the Unit- budget resolution puts us on a our planet. This report must be impacts, and provide equity and trillion budget reconciliation ed States is experiencing extreme path to address these interlocking the final warning to the world justice to overburdened commu- package in congress. weather events regularly.” crises, including taking meaning- that time has run out to save the nities, we can respond to over- “We join together at the New Most recently Hurricane ful and powerful action on the cli- planet from dangerous and irre- whelming evidence and take the England Aquarium to talk about Henri, said Markey, could have mate crisis. We can create millions versible climate change.” necessary action to save our peo- the severe reality of climate been a catastrophe for Down- of good, union jobs and unleash Markey said the government ple and our planet. If Senators change and the urgency of this town and other Boston coastal clean energy technologies that are and people, “can’t agonize’ but truly followed the science in this moment,” said Markey. “The neighborhoods. made in America. I look forward ‘must organize’ to save the plan- report, we’d have 100 votes for budget resolution represents our “If the tide was just five feet to working with my Democratic et. climate action to match the 100 best opportunity to confront the higher the day Henri hit we colleagues to pass this budget for “Just like the young people percent certainty that human- climate crisis with jobs and jus- would have had a storm surge the American people.” across the country and world caused climate change is destroy- tice. Let’s get it done.” that would have put downtown Markey said recently the who are demanding action from ing our planet.” Markey, co-author of the and other Boston neighborhoods United Nations Intergovernmen- Green New Deal resolution and under water,” said Markey. tal Panel on Climate Change Chair of the Subcommittee on Of the budget resolution Mar- (IPCC) issued its Sixth Assess- Clean Air, Climate and Nucle- key said, “This (budget resolu- ment Report, which details how ar Safety, said all the signs of a tion) will be a generational invest- human activity is unequivocal- warming planet are evident, the ment in the future of our people ly driving global temperature science is pretty conclusive and and our planet. It confronts our rise and changes in weather at unprecedented rates. The IPCC report finds that global temperatures will continue to increase until at least mid-century, exceeding 1.5 and 2 degrees Cel- sius unless we take the steps to ensure deep reductions in carbon emissions and other greenhouse gases this decade and next. Alex Gray is a father, attorney, and public servant “This IPCC report reaffirms running to be Boston's first blind City Councilor. what we are seeing and suffering right now across our country: Alex is running for At-Large Boston City Council because climate change will continue to his work for Governor Deval Patrick and Mayor Martin J. cost us lives and livelihoods if we Walsh has brought him to every neighborhood in the city don’t respond with the scope and and given him the experience to do the job on Day One. scale this moment demands,” VOTE TUESDAY, SEPT. 14 said Markey. “From increas- U.S. Sen. Ed Markey hosted a Climate Action Conversation at the New ing intensity and frequency of VoteAlexGray.com [email protected] England Aquarium last Thursday Paid for by The Gray Committee PAGE 6 THE BOSTON SUN September 2, 2021

WARD 4 ICE CREAM SOCIAL AT TITUS SPARROW PARK

Photos by Derek Kouyoumjian After a hiatus from last year’s Covid Pandemic, the annual Ward 4 Ice Cream Social was held at the Titus-Sparrow Park in the South End. It was a chance for neighbors and voters to par- take in ice cream, conversation and to meet candidates endorsed by the Ward 4 Democratic Com- mittee. It was also the inaugura- tion of the Ward 4 Scholarship Awards, a scholarship granted to students who either reside or go to school in Ward 4. The event was co-hosted by Boston City Councilor and Mayoral Candi- date Michelle Wu.

A group shot of the Ward 4 candidates and volunteers for the Ice Cream Scoial.

Boston City Councilor and Mayoral Candidate Michelle Wu speaks with voters.

Shown to the right, Boston City Councilor and Mayoral Candidate Michelle Wu was the co-host and highly anticipated speaker at the Ward 4 Ice Cream Social. Carol Lasky, State Auditor Candidate Chris Dempsey, Massachusetts State Representatives Jay Livingstone and Jon Santiago (3rd from right), Boston City Councilor Kenzie Bok, Rick Richter, and Leslie Pond.

Meg Vaidya and Luke Kaplan Haroon Khan and Emma Krug Ward 4 Scholarship recipient Raina Sohur with her mother Suzanne. September 2, 2021 THE BOSTON SUN PAGE 7

WARD 4 ICE CREAM SOCIAL AT TITUS SPARROW PARK

Boston City Councilor Kenzie Bok speaks with voters about their con- cerns.

Recipents of the Ward 4 Scholarship: Alison Chen, Katherine Martin, Preston Musoke, and Raina Sohur. Students who either live or go to school in Ward 4 are eligible.

Ward 4 Scholarship recipient Raina Boston City Council candidate David Halbert speaks with Larry Bell Sohur looks at one of the Monarch and Andrea Olmsted, former Democratic Party Chair of Ward 4. Butterflies being released in a moment where both will spread their “wings”. Ward 4 Scholarship recipient Preston Musoke watches as a Andrea Olmstead speaks to the Monarch Butterfly takes off gathering about voter registration from the hand of Elizabeth outreach. Bertolozzi.

Elijah Cadeau and Emily Polston enjoy some ice cream and conversation.

Boston City Council candidate Tanya Anderson Suffolk County Sictrict Attorney Rachel Rollins speaks with voters. (right) speaks with voter Marissa Luse.

Elizabeth Bertolozzi brought some Monarch Butterflies to let loose and enlisted the help of the Ward 4 Scholarship recipients Katherine Martin Boston City Councilor and Mayoral Candidate Michelle Wu Kelly Bates campaign manager Shivani and Raina Sohur. with volunteerrs Janet Slovin and Jane Siegal. Chakrabarty and resident Edie Bowers PAGE 8 THE BOSTON SUN September 2, 2021

NEHGS (from pg. 1) The Sun spoke with NEHGS facility has been open to the pub- President and CEO D. Brenton lic since 1964, though the institu- Simons, as well as Executive Vice tion itself was founded in 1845 President and Chief Operating as the world’s first genealogical Officer Ryan Woods, to learn society, Simons said. more about what’s proposed for Over the past 176 years, the interior of the new space at NEHGS has worked with mil- 97 Newbury St. lions of people in 139 countries Simons said that he wanted across the globe on genealogi- to stress “how excited we are cal topics, and the society also to work with the BBAC and our features collections dedicated neighbors,” and that NEHGS is to American history. The orga- “happily on the same page with nization’s staff of about 100 the direction of the design of this professional genealogists and A rendering of the future NEHGS Discovery Center at 97 Newbury St. building.” historians helps hundreds of and backgrounds learn about and “a new home for our pub- constructive feedback received The existing headquarters thousands of people of all ages their lineage, and there is a huge lishing center,” he said, adding from the BBAC and the Archi- emphasis on education for “local that NEHGS currently publishes tecture Committee at the Neigh- residents, visitors, families, stu- “family and local history some- borhood Association of the Back dents, and scholars,” he said. where in the range of 20-25 titles Bay (NABB),” Woods said, add- In-person and online lectures a year” along with a quarter- ing that they “understand what and tours are available, as is a ly magazine and two scholarly the charge is and purview of youth education program. journals. that group is.” Simons said that Additionally, NEHGS holds The new building will also be “we’re a history and a preserva- a “unique manuscript collec- the “new dedicated home for our tion organization, so their advice tion” that is larger than that of Jewish Heritage Center,” Woods resonates with us.” the Library of Congress, Woods said, which features “collections He added that NEHGS has said. People can come and use related to New England Jewish researched the building in depth research areas inside the center, families and institutions.” and discovered that “it’s been or access more than 1.4 billion Simons spoke about a feature altered many, many times.” searchable digital records. of the Discovery Center that he The building still needs to The new space will allow is “really excited about.” There move through the zoning process NEHGS to expand on these will be a “story booth” or “story with the City, as well as a full offerings in a friendly, welcom- lab” where people can come design review and vote from the RENDERINGS COURTESY OF AMERICAN ANCESTORS/NEW ENGLAND HISTORIC GENEALOGICAL SOCIET ing environment that is open to and record stories that can be BBAC. Woods said “depending A cross-section of what programming will look like in the new NEHGS the public. archived for future generations on that process,” the project may space at 97 Newbury St. “Part of the impetus or our to access later. be able to commence late next physical expansion,” Woods “We find that this is a real- year, but he said the goal is to said, is that research has shown ly inspiring way to have people “make sure the design is right.” “Antonio’s is that there are social and emotion- participate in family history,” Woods said, “inspiration is at “Antonio’s is al benefits of “generational histo- Simons said. A digital copy can the center of what we’re trying a treasure for ry,” and helping young people be sent to the participants in to do,” as well as provide infor- a anyonetreasure who for understand their family history addition to the archival. mation and engaging activities to anyone who can positively impact cognition. NEHGS is also the “anchor the public. happens The planned project, called location” of the PBS Series “We’re excited to give new life happens the Cornerstone Project, is “real- Finding Your Roots with Henry to a first generation building on upon it.” ly an outgrowth of all that we do Louis Gates, Jr. A lot good deal Newbury St.,” Simons said. “I upon it.” here at New England Historic of the research for the show is want everyone to know that we’re —Boston Globe Genealogical Society/American done at NEHGS, Simons said. a very welcoming, open door —Boston Globe Ancestors,” Woods said. “That’s the kind of thing that organization and that’s really one Woods said that the existing we’re doing.” of our goals here; to make sure building has been “really collec- When it comes to the design of the public knows what we have to tion focused,” but the new space the exterior of 97 Newbury St., offer, and local residents and visi- will allow for a dedicated “peo- “we’re very appreciative of the tors can take advantage of it.” Closed on ple centric” space. 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By John Lynds those tested were COVID positive. This was the same percent- It’s a good thing the City’s new age reported by the BPHC on mask mandate policy for indoor August 13. venues went into effect last Fri- Citywide, the weekly positive day because the Back Bay and test rate decreased 10 percent last the surrounding area’s COVID week. According to the BPHC numbers increased dramatically 22,636 residents were tested and between August 23 and August 3.6 percent were COVID posi- 30. tive--this was a 3 percent increase City health officials are scram- from the 3.5 percent reported by bling to knock down the highly the BPHC on August 23. contagious Delta variant of the The BPHC data released last COVID virus here and across Friday showed Back Bay, Beacon Boston as infections among the Hill, North End, West End and unvaccinated and breakthrough Downtown had an infection rate infections among the vaccinated of 699.8 cases per 10,000 resi- continue to climb. dents--a 2 percent increase from Ahead of the new mask man- the 685.5 cases per 10,000 resi- date Beacon Hill and the sur- dents reported on August 23. rounding area’s weekly positive Eighty additional residents COVID test rate decreased 21 have been infected with the virus percent between August 16 and between August 23 and August August 23 but skyrocketed last 30 and the total number of cases week. in the area increased to 3,900 According to the weekly report cases overall since the pandemic released last Friday released by began. the Boston Public Health Com- The statistics released by mission (BPHC), 2083 Back Bay, the BPHC as part of its weekly Beacon Hill, North End, West COVID19 report breaks down End and Downtown residents the number of cases and infec- were tested and 3.4 percent were tion rates in each neighborhood. positive. This was a 31 percent It also breaks down the number increase from the 2.6 percent of cases by age, gender and race. of residents that tested positive Citywide positive cases of between August 16 and August coronavirus increased 1.3 per- 23. cent since August 23 and went Overall since the pandemic from 74,940 cases to 76,036 started 61,415 Back Bay, Beacon confirmed cases in a week. There Hill, North End, West End and On Friday the BPHC released its weekly COVID-19 stats by neighborhood that tracks infection rates and were three additional deaths in COVID testing results in Boston neighborhoods. Downtown residents have been Boston from the virus in the past tested for COVID-19 and the two weeks and the total COVID data shows that 6.4 percent of deaths is now at 1,406.

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City of Boston Credit Union invests $350,000 to support women’s student athletics

Staff Report $350,000 to support women stu- Northeastern University. Campbell Director of Athletics opportunities both in college and dent-athletes at two of the city’s “As a community credit union at Boston College, “as demon- beyond. We are so appreciative of City of Boston Credit Union renowned higher educational based in Boston, we’re proud to strated by our women’s lacrosse the City of Boston Credit Union has committed to investing institutions, Boston College and support the great women ath- team winning a national cham- for recognizing and investing in letes that attend school and play pionship just a few months ago women athletes.” sports in our city,” said Gregory and many of our other women’s In honor of National Girls and Rooney, Chairman of the Board programs experiencing unprec- Women in Sports Day in February, dvertising for City of Boston Credit Union. edented success. The generosity the City of Boston Credit Union e A “We’re dedicated to helping from the City of Boston Credit nlin will present a sports clinic for O these young women thrive and Union will help us to build on female student-athletes at Boston ailable ultimately be successful. This this momentum and impact our College and will also participate is Av campaign is part of our mission women’s programs for years to in events at Northeastern Uni- Showcase Your Business, Open to support equality, inclusion, come.” versity. It’s important to note that health and wellness in our com- As part of the expansive spon- House, or More with an online City of Boston Credit Union has AD SIZE munity, but more importantly to sorship, the City of Boston Credit long-standing partnerships with ad! invest in women.” Union logo will appear on the ice a variety of non-collegiate girls’ Clients and Customers in pixels As Women’s Equality Day is at Northeastern University’s Mat- youth sports in and around the are just a click away! W: 160px recognized on Thursday, Aug. thews Arena. The City of Bos- City of Boston, including softball 00 26, the City of Boston Credit ton Credit Union logo will also — $300 per month per site — H: 600px leagues, youth hockey, and more. THE Union has entered into spon- appear at four Boston College sorship agreements to support Athletics facilities where the top “Investing in women’s student INDEPENDENT women’s student athletics at both six women’s programs compete. athletics is an investment in our NEWSPAPERS —————— Boston College and Northeast- The investment includes many city’s future,” said Neil Gordon, reverejournal.com •winthroptranscript.com ern University. The investment other sponsorship opportunities, President & CEO of City of Bos- lynnjournal.com • everettindependent.com supports 27 women’s collegiate including spots on NESN. ton Credit Union. “Women are eastietimes.com • chelsearecord.com please send sports teams across the two “Our female student-athletes increasingly becoming the sole or charlestownbridge.com • beaconhilltimes.com in “png” northendregionalreview.com • thebostonsun.com schools, including 10 at North- have excelled in the classroom, in primary income earners in their jamaicaplaingazette.com • missionhillgazette.com format eastern University and 17 at Bos- collegiate, professional and Olym- homes and are responsible for Combo Rates available! ton College. pic sports and in the community,” making their family’s financial Buy any 3 sites, get 4th FREE “Women’s athletics is an inte- said Northeastern University Dep- decisions. Supporting women at Call the office to get started! gral and exciting aspect of the uty Athletic Director Regina Sulli- the collegiate level helps set them 781-485-0588 Boston College community,” van. “This support will ensure that on a path to a brighter future and said Patrick Kraft, William V. they continue to access incredible will only help our city’s economy.” September 2, 2021 THE BOSTON SUN PAGE 11 Attention to Detail Real Estate Transfers By Penny Cherubino BUYER 1 SELLER 1 ADDRESS PRICE THIS WEEK'S ANSWER BACK BAY Akbarian, Cyrus Coppelman, Daniel P 324-332 Beacon St #26 $608,000 Alperin, Marsha Geraldine E Gerson T 100 Belvidere St #11A $5,300,000 Audrey K Fitzgerald RET JFR NT 205 Commonwealth Ave #6 $2,650,000 Yalcin, Ilker Hughes, Kevin S 13 Gloucester St #4 $1,350,000 Bleu, Leanne Reed, Michael T 121 Saint Botolph St #4 $1,350,000

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By Lauren Bennett Genealogical Society (NEHGS) plans for the building’s facade to has plans to expand its program- the Back Bay Architectural In the Back Bay, learning about ming offerings after purchasing Commission (BBAC) on linage, history, and genealogy is the building at 97 Newbury St. August 11, where the team going to become even more inter- adjacent to its existing headquar- received feedback on the design. active and user friendly. ters at 99 Newbury St. The New England Historic The Society presented initial (NEHGS Pg. 8)

PHOTOS BY ROBERT TORRES The Handel and Haydn Society preforming at the Hatch Shell on the MBTA holds virutal open house for Better Bus Project Esplanade. They premiered a new text for Beethoven’s “Symphony No. By Lauren Bennett MBTA General Manager Steve transformation to amenities at 9” to a crowd of over 10,000 people on Friday, Aug. 27. Poftak. “It’s important for us to bus stops. Different members of See more photos on Page 5. The MBTA held a virtual open talk about our good intent here.” the MBTA team were on hand to house regarding the Better Bus He also said that the bus is the present on each of the topics. Fenway-Kenmore sweeps Community Project on August 26, where bus mode of transportation that has Caroline Vanasse talked about riders had a chance to hear nine “come back the most” after the the bus network redesign, saying Garden category in Garden Contest mini-presentations on different height of the pandemic, and is that the MBTA is “focused on aspects of bus improvements, now between 55 and 65 percent the service overall and it’s really By Dan Murphy Kim Janey announced the win- before splitting up into break- ridership. just serving streets and connect- ners of the 25th annual Mayor’s out rooms to chat with MBTA The mini-presentations ing them in ways that are better Fenway-Kenmore entries Garden Contest last week. employees. focused on everything from the for our riders.” swept the Community Garden “The MBTA wants to make bus network redesign to fare category when acting Mayor (Garden Contest, Pg. 2) the bus better for its riders,” said (Better Bus Project Pg. 3)

Mayor Janey WARD 4 ICE CREAM SOCIAL AT TITUS SPARROW PARK welcomes students to Boston Staff Report Mayor Kim Janey along with representatives from several city agencies greeted college and university students moving into Bos- ton on September 1, and helped ensure they have a smooth transition into their new homes. The City’s Inspectional Services, Transportation, Mayor’s Office of Neighborhood Services, Fire, Police and Public Works depart- ments are conducting housing inspections (upon request), trash inspections, and distribut- ing informational brochures in neighborhoods with large student populations. Mayor Janey and other City officials conducted a walkthrough at 12:00pm Titus Sparrow Park was full of activity as the Ward 4 Ice Cream Scoial attracted many residents to join in. Shown to the left, Chip Huhta awaits some ice cream served beginning at 20 Linden St. in All- by Prakhar Gupta as Massachusetts State Rep Jay Livingstone contemplates his ice (Welcome Students, Pg. 2) crream selection with Ben Seigal. See more photos on Pages 6 and 7. PAGE 2 THE BOSTON SUN September 2, 2021 editorial

THE 13 SERVICE MEMBERS Garden Contest (from pg. 1) WERE TRUE HEROES The neighborhood’s Craig the Shade Garden category, and award from Mayor Janey while and Kimberly McNulty won Cindy Joyce, second-place win- second- and third-place win- Every American was saddened last week upon hearing the news first place in this category, while ner in the Porch, Balcony, or ners were awarded certificates. of the suicide bombing by a terrorist in Afghanistan that claimed the John Ruiz took second place, Container Garden category. First-place winners were also lives of 13 U.S. service men and women, 11 of whom were Marines and Dionna Di Pierro and Steven “I am proud to carry on Bos- entered into a drawing for a and one each from the Army and Navy. Davy took third place, respec- ton’s tradition of commemo- JetBlue Grand Prize consisting If any of our readers have not had a chance to read the personal sto- tively. rating those who help keep our of roundtrip flights for two to ries of these brave and dedicated young men and women, we encour- In the South End, Doug Gif- neighborhoods vibrant and invit- any nonstop destination from age you to do so. Their life-stories are inspirational and demonstrate ford and Jill Christians were the ing,” said Acting Mayor Kim Boston, and they also received the high-quality of the dedicated individuals who serve in our armed second- and third-place winners, Janey in a press release. “I first a pair of tickets to the Isabella forces today. They were amazing young men and women who came respectively, in the Small Yard learned the joys of gardening Stewart Gardner Museum. Gift from disparate backgrounds and from all across the country, but who Garden category, while Alex from my grandmother and have certificates were provided by stood united in their desire to show the world the best that America and Stephanie Tsalagas took first continued in my own commu- Mahoney’s Garden Centers to can be. place and Bev Christians and nity. This contest is a great way the top three winners in each cat- These 13 service members knew of the danger they were facing out- Chris Hartmann third place in to affirm our city’s dedication to egory, as well as to the 2021 Hall side of the Abbey Gate at Kabul’s Hamid Karzai Airport, yet they con- the Porch, Balcony, or Container beautifying urban spaces, and of Fame winners, according to tinued to process the hundreds of Afghan nationals who were seeking Garden category. plant a seed of interest in the next the Boston Parks and Recreation to come to the United States to flee persecution from the Taliban. Winners from Back Bay generation of gardeners.” Department. They did their duty in the face of danger for which they made the include Christa Comeau, who First-place winners received ultimate sacrifice. was the third-place winner in the coveted “Golden Trowel” Contrary to what the pundits and usual-suspect politicians are saying, the incredible effort by these 13 soldiers and their comrades that resulted in the airlifting of more than 125,000 of our Afghanistan allies stands as a testament to the ability of our military to complete its mission. No other nation on earth could have accomplished what we did THE BOSTON SUN in Afghanistan over the past two weeks -- and no other nation even remotely will be able to come close in the future. President/Editor: Stephen Quigley Our military could have packed its bags and said, “Good luck,” Marketing Director: Debra DiGregorio when the Afghan government fled, but instead we made a herculean ([email protected]) effort to get our people and allies out of the country. The Supreme Sacrifice made by those 13 servicemen and women Art Directors: Kane DiMasso-Scott, Scott Yates forever will stand as a reminder to the world of America’s resolve and Reporters: Lauren Bennett, [email protected] strength, which once again has proven that we are the greatest and strongest nation on earth by any measure. Dan Murphy, [email protected], John Lynds, [email protected] September 2, 2021 THE BOSTON SUN PAGE 3 SELDC approves facade changes for 809-811 Harrison Ave.

Better Bus Project (from pg. 1) She said that a survey was tions,” and now service is being vide up-to-date information on The first two are planned for For more information about recently conducted, and further brought back to 93 percent of buses right at stops themselves. this coming winter, and addition- the Better Bus Project, visit mbta. conversation will be had this what it was before the pandemic. He said that there are 18 signs al kiosks will come in the future. com/projects/better-bus-project. coming fall. The goal is to “cre- For more information on chang- in six municipalities that are pro- ate a more equitable network es to specific routes, visit mbta. viding “real-time” information Clinical Research Study for Male Cancer Survivors that better serves transit-critical com/servicechanges. about bus arrival. Approximate- populations,” she added. On the topic of fare transfor- • Do you have Fatigue (tiredness)? Researchers at Brigham and Women’s Hospital are looking ly 20 more stops will receive • Do you have a previous history of cancer? at the effects of testosterone therapy in cancer survivors Melissa Dullea spoke about mation, Heather Hume, Director these screens this year, and • Has your cancer been in remission for at who have fatigue and low testosterone. least 1 year? service changes planned for the of Transition for MBTA Fare “high-priority service alerts & • Did you receive chemotherapy or radiation There are up to 8 study visits over 9 months. fall, as reductions in service were Transformation said that future therapy for your cancer? Study participants will undergo an extensive health other stop-specific information” evaluation, blood tests and screening for various health made during the pandemic to plans include being able to board will also be added. If you are a: conditions during the screening period. accommodate for lower rider- and pay at the rear door “at o Male Study compensation of up to $700, parking and meal Subramanian also spoke o Age 18-50 years vouchers will be provided. o In remission from your cancer for at least 1 ship. She said that during the the busiest stops on select bus To see if you may qualify, please call 1-617-525-8407 or about “new ‘gold standard’ bus year pandemic, the “MBTA also real- routes.” Additionally, Charlie email [email protected]. shelters,” such as the ones being You could be eligible for a clinical research study located service to different parts Cards will become available to installed on Columbus Ave. in of the system to maintain quality obtain and reload at an increased Roxbury that feature seating, service for transit-critical popula- number of retailers. Further fare vending machines, as well as information can be found at an overhang for shelter from the mbta.com/faretransformation. weather. Real time information is GARY DRUG Accessibility will also be also provided at these stops, he For over 75 years, Gary Drug has been serving the improved on buses, according SERVICE said. residents of Beacon Hill, the West End and the Back Bay. DIRECTORY to Laura Brelsford, who talked Shelters like these will also be about a pilot already in place on added to other “bus priority cor- 10 buses throughout the system ridors” as well, he said. Stay Home, Stay Safe JOHN J. RECCA for automated securement of The MBTA also has a new PAINTING wheelchairs and other mobility “street furniture” program that CALL US Interior/Exterior devices. This will be quicker than includes a partnership with ad Commercial/Residential the current system of the driver company Intersection “to deliv- Your Neighborhood PharmacY Fully Insured having to stop the bus to manu- er ride amenities at bus stops & ally secure mobility devices. Quality Work raise new revenue,” according to Karti Subramanian spoke a slide presented at the meeting. Reasonable Rates NEIGHBORHOOD about some amenities at bus It also allows for “co-investment Free Estimates stops, including solar powered opportunity with municipalities [email protected] DELIVERY SERVICE e-ink screens that will be added for system-wide rollout.” 781-241-2454 to more stops this year to pro- MONDAY THRU FRIDAY Delivering Your Medication Want Neighborhood News And Other Essential Items delivered right to your hands? Store Hours: Mon - Fri 8am-8pm Sat & Sun 9am-5pm Subscribe to The Boston Sun’s Newsletter Copy & Fax Service • Neighborhood Delivery Service and never miss a thing! 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September is designated as Suicide Prevention Awareness Month

Staff Report could be further from the truth. about suicide and suicidal ide- by the CDC, 19% of youth had available 24 hours a day for any- Approximately 47,500 Amer- ation, which can spur meaning- seriously considered attempting one in suicidal crisis or emotional September is Suicide Pre- icans died by their own hand ful conversations about mental suicide, 16% had made a suicide distress. The Crisis Text Line is a vention Awareness Month and in 2019, making suicide the health and potentially save lives. plan, 9% had made a suicide free 24/7 text line where trained for many the subject of suicide 10th leading cause of death in Even more concerning is that attempt, and 2.5% had made a crisis counselors support indi- is off limits. They believe the this nation. Suicide rates in the suicide and suicide attempts suicide attempt that was signifi- viduals in crisis. Text “Jason” to mere mention of suicide around US have climbed 33% in the among our nation’s youth (ages cant enough to require medical 741741 to speak with a compas- friends and family can cause sui- last decade. One of the ways to 10-24) are on the rise. According treatment. sionate, trained Crisis Counselor. cidal thoughts for them. Nothing reduce that number is by talking to information released last year Join the conversation, and Confidential support 24/7, for reach out to those who have been free. personally affected by suicide, The Jason Foundation (JFI) raise awareness, and connect is another available resource. those struggling with suicidal Although September is set aside Virtual Community Meeting ideation to professional counsel- as Suicide Prevention Aware- ors and treatment services that ness Month, JFI works toward can help them. suicide prevention all year long. Roxbury Strategic Master Plan Oversight Committee If your child or someone you JFI is dedicated to the awareness love is struggling with depression and prevention of youth suicide Monday, September 13 Zoom Link: bit.ly/Sept2021RSMPOC or thinking about suicide, get through educational programs 6:00 PM - 7:45PM Toll Free: (833) 568 - 8864 help now. The National Suicide that equip youth, parents, edu- Meeting ID: 160 406 2203 Prevention Lifeline, 1-800-273- Event Description (Suicide Prevention, Pg. 9) The Roxbury Strategic Master Plan Oversight Committee was developed to oversee projects that fall under the TALK (8255), is a free resource, Roxbury Strategic Master Plan. The committee meets monthly to discuss development and planning in Nubian Square. Vote on P3 RFP on 9.13.21. To read the Draft RFP visit bit.ly/DraftP3RFP. All meetings are held on zoom and open to the public. For more information, on how to Join, Engage, and Take Action, please visit the website. Upcoming meetings/Próximas reuniones/Dat pwochen rankont yo se: • Sept./Septiembre/Septanm 13 (P3 RFP Vote/Votar sobre la solicitud de propuesta para P3/Vote sou demann pou pwopozisyon Pou P3) • Oct./Octubre/Oktòb 4 • Nov./Noviembre/Novanm 1 For interpretation services, contact the planner listed below one week before each meeting. Para los servicios de interpretación, comuníquese con el planificador que se indica a continuación una semana antes de cada reunión. Si w bezwen sèvis entèpretasyon, kontakte moun kap planifye a pi ba a, yon semèn anvan chak reyinyon. Contact: Kelly Sherman Boston Planning & Development Agency One City Hall Square, 9th Floor Boston, MA 02201 617.918.5493 | [email protected]

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HANDEL + HAYDN SOCIETY PREMIERE NEW TEXT OF BEETHOVEN’S NINTH TO THE HATCH SHELL

The Handel and Haydn Society preforming at the Hatch Shell on the Former U.S. Poet Laureate Tracy K Smith with soloists. Esplanade. Markey holds Climate Action Conversation at NE Aquarium

By John Lynds the need to act is now. climate crisis and gives work- extreme heat, to catastrophic their leaders, an intergeneration- “This is a code red,” said ing people a fair shake, all while precipitation and devastating al movement of climate lead- At a Climate Action Con- Markey last week. “We are also making corporations and the droughts, no person or commu- ers are calling on Congress to versation at the New England seeing the real impacts of the cli- ultra-wealthy finally pay their fair nity will be able to hide from the include major climate action in Aquarium last Thursday U.S. mate crisis in our country. With share. For too long, the playing serious and most dire impacts of the budget reconciliation pack- Sen. Ed Markey called the global the wildfires in the West, where field has been tilted towards the our human-driven climate crisis. age — which is our best oppor- warming crisis a ‘Code Red’ and people have lost homes and fami- rich and powerful and against Previous IPCC reports should tunity to respond with solutions outlined steps needed to be taken lies have been broken apart, these working Americans who bear the have been roadmaps for action -- to the impacts outlined by the now to ensure a sustainable extreme weather events are caus- brunt of climate change, econom- the scientists have spoken clearly IPCC,” he said. “With policies to future for the planet. ing crises like the Dixie Fire in ic inequality, racial injustice, and for more than a generation about drive deep cuts in emissions, pro- Markey was at the Aquarium California. This is real, whether the COVID-19 pandemic. This the damage humans are doing to tect communities from climate to call for the passing of the $3.5 it was in 2020 or today the Unit- budget resolution puts us on a our planet. This report must be impacts, and provide equity and trillion budget reconciliation ed States is experiencing extreme path to address these interlocking the final warning to the world justice to overburdened commu- package in congress. weather events regularly.” crises, including taking meaning- that time has run out to save the nities, we can respond to over- “We join together at the New Most recently Hurricane ful and powerful action on the cli- planet from dangerous and irre- whelming evidence and take the England Aquarium to talk about Henri, said Markey, could have mate crisis. We can create millions versible climate change.” necessary action to save our peo- the severe reality of climate been a catastrophe for Down- of good, union jobs and unleash Markey said the government ple and our planet. If Senators change and the urgency of this town and other Boston coastal clean energy technologies that are and people, “can’t agonize’ but truly followed the science in this moment,” said Markey. “The neighborhoods. made in America. I look forward ‘must organize’ to save the plan- report, we’d have 100 votes for budget resolution represents our “If the tide was just five feet to working with my Democratic et. climate action to match the 100 best opportunity to confront the higher the day Henri hit we colleagues to pass this budget for “Just like the young people percent certainty that human- climate crisis with jobs and jus- would have had a storm surge the American people.” across the country and world caused climate change is destroy- tice. Let’s get it done.” that would have put downtown Markey said recently the who are demanding action from ing our planet.” Markey, co-author of the and other Boston neighborhoods United Nations Intergovernmen- Green New Deal resolution and under water,” said Markey. tal Panel on Climate Change Chair of the Subcommittee on Of the budget resolution Mar- (IPCC) issued its Sixth Assess- Clean Air, Climate and Nucle- key said, “This (budget resolu- ment Report, which details how ar Safety, said all the signs of a tion) will be a generational invest- human activity is unequivocal- warming planet are evident, the ment in the future of our people ly driving global temperature science is pretty conclusive and and our planet. It confronts our rise and changes in weather at unprecedented rates. The IPCC report finds that global temperatures will continue to increase until at least mid-century, exceeding 1.5 and 2 degrees Cel- sius unless we take the steps to ensure deep reductions in carbon emissions and other greenhouse gases this decade and next. Alex Gray is a father, attorney, and public servant “This IPCC report reaffirms running to be Boston's first blind City Councilor. what we are seeing and suffering right now across our country: Alex is running for At-Large Boston City Council because climate change will continue to his work for Governor Deval Patrick and Mayor Martin J. cost us lives and livelihoods if we Walsh has brought him to every neighborhood in the city don’t respond with the scope and and given him the experience to do the job on Day One. scale this moment demands,” VOTE TUESDAY, SEPT. 14 said Markey. “From increas- U.S. Sen. Ed Markey hosted a Climate Action Conversation at the New ing intensity and frequency of VoteAlexGray.com [email protected] England Aquarium last Thursday Paid for by The Gray Committee PAGE 6 THE BOSTON SUN September 2, 2021

WARD 4 ICE CREAM SOCIAL AT TITUS SPARROW PARK

A group shot of the Ward 4 candidates and volunteers for the Ice Cream Scoial.

Boston City Councilor and Mayoral Candidate Michelle Wu speaks with voters.

Meg Vaidya and Luke Kaplan Haroon Khan and Emma Krug Ward 4 Scholarship recipient Raina Sohur with her mother Suzanne. September 2, 2021 THE BOSTON SUN PAGE 7

WARD 4 ICE CREAM SOCIAL AT TITUS SPARROW PARK

Boston City Councilor Kenzie Bok speaks with voters about their con- cerns.

Recipents of the Ward 4 Scholarship: Alison Chen, Katherine Martin, Preston Musoke, and Raina Sohur. Students who either live or go to school in Ward 4 are eligible.

Elijah Cadeau and Emily Polston enjoy some ice cream and conversation.

Boston City Council candidate Tanya Anderson Suffolk County Sictrict Attorney Rachel Rollins speaks with voters. (right) speaks with voter Marissa Luse.

NEHGS (from pg. 1) The Sun spoke with NEHGS building.” President and CEO D. Brenton The existing headquarters Simons, as well as Executive Vice facility has been open to the pub- President and Chief Operating lic since 1964, though the institu- Officer Ryan Woods, to learn tion itself was founded in 1845 more about what’s proposed for as the world’s first genealogical the interior of the new space at society, Simons said. 97 Newbury St. Over the past 176 years, Simons said that he wanted NEHGS has worked with mil- to stress “how excited we are to lions of people in 139 countries work with the BBAC and our across the globe on genealogi- neighbors,” and that NEHGS is cal topics, and the society also “happily on the same page with features collections dedicated the direction of the design of this to American history. The orga- A rendering of the future NEHGS Discovery Center at 97 Newbury St. nization’s staff of about 100 professional genealogists and historians helps hundreds of thousands of people of all ages and backgrounds learn about their lineage, and there is a huge emphasis on education for “local residents, visitors, families, students, and scholars,” he said. In-person and online lectures and tours are available, as is a youth education program. Additionally, NEHGS holds a “unique manuscript collec- tion” that is larger than that of the Library of Congress, Woods A rendering of the interior of the future entry to NEHGS’s hew space at said. People can come and use 97 Newbury St. research areas inside the center, There will also be an “expand- the exterior of 97 Newbury St., or access more than 1.4 billion RENDERINGS COURTESY OF AMERICAN ANCESTORS/NEW ENGLAND HISTORIC GENEALOGICAL ed and dedicated learning center “we’re very appreciative of the SOCIET searchable digital records. for both youth and adult audi- constructive feedback received A cross-section of what programming will look like in the new NEHGS The new space will allow ences,” a dedicated lecture hall, from the BBAC and the Archi- space at 97 Newbury St. NEHGS to expand on these and “a new home for our pub- tecture Committee at the Neigh- offerings in a friendly, welcom- lishing center,” he said, adding borhood Association of the Back ing environment that is open to that NEHGS currently publishes Bay (NABB),” Woods said, add- “Antonio’s is the public. “family and local history some- ing that they “understand what “Antonio’s is “Part of the impetus for our where in the range of 20-25 titles the charge is and purview of a treasure for physical expansion,” Woods a year” along with a quarter- that group is.” Simons said that a treasure for said, is that research has shown anyone who ly magazine and two scholarly “we’re a history and a preserva- anyone who that there are social and emotion- journals. tion organization, so their advice happens al benefits of “generational histo- The new building will also be resonates with us.” happens ry,” and helping young people the “new dedicated home for our He added that NEHGS has upon it.” understand their family history Jewish Heritage Center,” Woods researched the building in depth upon it.” can positively impact cognition. said, which features “collections and discovered that “it’s been —Boston Globe The planned project, called related to New England Jewish altered many, many times.” —Boston Globe the Cornerstone Project, is “real- families and institutions.” The building still needs to ly an outgrowth of all that we do Simons spoke about a feature move through the zoning process here at New England Historic of the Discovery Center that he with the City, as well as a full Genealogical Society/American is “really excited about.” There design review and vote from the Ancestors,” Woods said. will be a “story booth” or “story BBAC. Woods said “depending Closed on Woods said that the existing lab” where people can come on that process,” the project may FindClosed Us Onon Your building has been “really collec- and record stories that can be be able to commence late next Sundays tion focused,” but the new space archived for future generations year, but he said the goal is to FavoriteSundays App! will allow for a dedicated “peo- to access later. “make sure the design is right.” foror private visit us ple centric” space. “We find that this is a real- Woods said, “inspiration is at for private He said that a welcome center ly inspiring way to have people the center of what we’re trying functionsat ANTONIOS will be located at the front of the participate in family history,” to do,” as well as provide infor- BEACONHILL.COMfunctions building, and a Discovery Center Simons said. A digital copy can mation and engaging activities to will “feature computer kiosks be sent to the participants in the public. and interactive exhibitions that addition to the archival. “We’re excited to give new life will tell the stories of the Amer- NEHGS is also the “anchor to a first generation building on ican experience to immigration location” of the PBS Series Find- Newbury St.,” Simons said. “I to westward expansion and ing Your Roots with Henry want everyone to know that we’re 288 Cambridge Street beyond.” Louis Gates, Jr. A lot good deal a very welcoming, open door 288 Cambridge Street The building will also feature of the research for the show is organization and that’s really one Boston, MA 02114 different interactive exhibits such done at NEHGS, Simons said. of our goals here; to make sure Boston,617-367-3310 MA 02114 as one on DNA, as well as other “That’s the kind of thing that the public knows what we have to “science skills that are applicable we’re doing.” offer, and local residents and visi- 617-367-3310 to family history,” Woods said. When it comes to the design of tors can take advantage of it.” September 2, 2021 THE BOSTON SUN PAGE 9 Back Bay, surrounding area’s COVID cases jump 30 percent

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