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or the last 3 and a half plus stop the confirmation of Judge Barrett the holiday just as it is and there are eliminating Columbus Day, how long years, liberal and leftist intoler- and might even bring down Trump’s millions more who feel the same way. before someone has a problem with Fance has been on display like poll numbers, which were their main Apparently, when disgruntled activ- a famous Greek and demand that the never before. While, traditionally, they concerns and only concerns. ists and idiot college students, egged Greek parade no longer be held in Bos- have been the side that has labeled Hate posts on social media sites by on by their America hating professors, ton? Seeing success in eliminating his- everyone who disagrees with them in the so-called enlightened segment of make a fuss about something and issue torical figures, it may only be a matter any way as haters, racists, bigots and a the population were mind boggling. demands, everyone is supposed duck of time before some other nuts decide long list of other insulting descriptions, Some wished the President and his and cover and give them their way. But they don’t like something about Saint all the while it has been they who are wife not just death but wanted them to all of us, no matter who you are should Patrick and want his day gone next. guilty of what they call others. die slowly and in agony. Others wished pay close attention. If these activists If someone wants to make ‘Indige- They have taken their lessons from ill to the Trump children and grandchil- can tear down statues and cancel from nous People’s day a thing, start a move- the infamous Nazi Joseph Goebbels, dren. At least one late night TV hosts recorded history, anyone they dislike, ment and get it done. There are plenty who was Adolph Hitler’s Minister of couldn’t contain his pleasure. The signs no group is safe. Because true to form, of other dates on the calendar. Just back Propaganda who said “Accuse the that the haters carried were as vile as some other activists will have a problem off Columbus Day. Don’t like Christo- other side of that which you your- can be. The nasty letters and the ‘get and make demands to rid us of someone pher Columbus? Too bad. A lot of us self are guilty of”. From so-called dead’ cards were being mailed. Now THEY don’t like. If they succeed in like the holiday just fine the way it is. ‘progressive’ elected officials, to the bear in mind, this was from the same perverted film studios of Hollywood people who call others haters. and the spreaders of slanted, biased Meanwhile, in numbers that over- and Fake News in the media, to the whelmed these disgusting excuses Let Our Family Help Your Family snobbish occupants of liberal neigh- for Americans, crowds turned out all borhoods, it has been they who paint across the country and are still turning Middle and Working Class Americans out by the tens of thousands to wish CASPER as evil. And while it is who they have the First Couple well. The prayer vigils Funeral & Cremations Services always been, the last few years it has outside of the hospital during the Presi- Established tiredin 1930 of watching the preening become indisputable. But over this dent’s stay were something beautiful egotists on stage and their politi- last several days it has become more to see. While some may not have even Serving Families with calDignity preaching. and But Respect there is hope for apparent and blatant than ever. voted for Trump in 2016, they were through the toughestmovie of lovers times who forare also tired of all As the presidential election gets still praying for his recovery and it was over 80 theyears left-wing propaganda being put out by Hollywood. The new Rambo closer, the leftists are becoming more plain to see that their concern was sin- Home of Personal Service desperate to stop the reelection of cere. The haters are loud, obnoxious, movie, starring of course Sylvester President Trump. They are melting and vile, but they are a tiny minority of Pre-Planning Specialists Stallone, called ‘Last Blood’ is said to down, becoming unraveled and the who America is made up of. And we be outstanding. It is action packed but pure, venomous and ugly hatred in can thank God for that. Casper’s specializes in also sends a message about the danger their hearts has become exposed like Turning now to a mention of the Massachusetts Cremation Services &of open borders. The film critics hate never before. Columbus Day holiday and long it and are melting down because of From the second it was announced weekend. Yes, I said Columbus Day, Veteran Services that message, but the viewers love it. I that the President and the First Lady not Indigenous People’s day or Au- highly recommend it. were diagnosed with the Covid virus, tumn Fest or any other foolish name Please visit our website for the haters were all but dancing in the change certain activists are pushing as information you may find streets. They couldn’t even hide their they tear down statues of Christopher helpful during a time of need glee as, one by one, Hollywood celeb- Columbus, as cowardly politicians sit rities began wishing death to the First back in fear and allow it. In America, www.casperfuneralservices.com Couple. News anchors on CNN and each person, no matter who they are or other discredited outlets were almost what their heritage might be, is allowed Casper Funeral Home giddy as they made the announcement. and invited to share in the celebrations 187 Dorchester Street David Casper Pelosi and crew were celebrating, of every holiday. As an American of South Boston, MA 02127 Funeral Directors: because they were convinced that this Italian descent, I and my family mem- 617-269-1930 Joe, Dave & Ken Casper would mean that they might be able to bers and Italian friends want to keep 4 SOUTHBOSTONTODAY • www.southbostontoday.com October 8, 2020

remains stubbornly stuck in the Window Into The State House state’s red-zone for coronavirus Window Into The State House provides our readers a synopsis of important issues of interest, past and current, that are being proposed, debated or acted upon by the Massachusetts Legislature. Many issues that are not related to local city government services are acted upon and have a direct cases and officials now say they’ll impact on daily life. They are tax policy, transportation infrastructure, judicial appointments, social services and health, as well as higher education. We will excerpt reports from the gavel-to-gavel coverage of House and Senate sessions by news sources focused on this important aspect of our lives. immediately fine any party hold- These sources include a look ahead at the coming week in state government and summaries and analyses of the past week, re-caps of a range of state government activity, as well as links to other news. ers $500 for COVID compliance violations. City officials have also indefinitely postponed the restart of Galvin: 1.6 million people have said Monday, keeping outdated cars in men for hosting a party with at least in-person school openings, Jean- requested mail-in ballots service well into 2024.” As Ryan notes, three other guests in violation of nette Hinkle at the MetroWest GBH’s Mike Deehan reports that the pandemic is only part of the reason COVID-19 guidelines. It’s the first Daily News reports. 1.6 million people in Massachusetts for the delivery delays. And as Com- confirmed case of the school disci- have requested mail-in ballots for the monWealth’s Bruce Mohl reports, the plining undergrads for breaking its ‘Flu You Baker’: Hundreds protest November election and that Secretary Chinese manufacturer CRRC Corp. “residential compact.” In other col- governor’s flu vaccine mandate of State Bill Galvin hopes many ballots Ltd. faces some hefty fines for not lege news, from the Gazette: “UMass He doesn’t believe in mandatory will arrive at people’s homes this week. meeting delivery deadlines. Covid cases rising steadily.” protectives masks during the pan- As for total voter turnout, Galvin is demic. And the same organizer of looking at a potential record of 3.3 mil- The latest from Essex County: 137 Coronavirus snitch hotline: More yesterday’s ‘Flu You Baker’ rally lion people casting ballots in the No- prisoners test positive for CO- than 200,000 compliance com- in Boston also doesn’t believe in vember election, pandemic be damned. VID-19 plaints and counting mandatory flu vaccinations – and Speaking of the November election, Conditions at the Middleton Jail and The Herald’s Joe Dwinell and hundreds of people were agree- here’s a nice story, via SHNS’s Mi- House of Corrections are far more se- Erin Tiernan report that more than ing with Vincent Delaney yes- chael Norton (pay wall): “Mass. Poll rious than previously indicated. Debo- 200,000 people have now called the terday, as Steph Solis reports at Workers to Mask Up With Donated rah Becker at WBUR reports that up- state’s coronavirus snitch hotline, MassLive. Face Coverings/Furniture Maker AIS dated weekend data confirms that 137 with compliance complaints ranging Expects to Deliver 22,000 Masks.” out of 889 prisoners have now tested from someone spitting on the ground ICE breakers: Lynn deportation positive for the coronavirus. In related to a dancer at Kittens Gentlemen’s halted as community members Delivery of MBTA’s new Orange news, from the Enterprise: “Covid-19 Club in Salisbury not wearing a block unmarked van and Red line cars delayed by at outbreak shuts down Plymouth treat- mask. The Herald’s Howie Carr sees From Guthrie Scrimgeour at least a year ment center admissions.” KGB and Stasi-like forces at work. the Lynn Item comes the story File under ‘Murphy’s law.’ From the He’s joking. We think. of an attempted deportation by BBJ’s Greg Ryan: “A contractor will Code crimson: Harvard dismisses ICE officers that was halted when miss its deadlines for delivering new three students from dorms after Stuck in the red: Framingham tees community members blocked the Red and Orange line cars to the Massa- indoor party up $500 fines for party holders unmarked van from leaving until chusetts Bay Transportation Authority The Harvard Crimson reports that Forget Natick’s $300 fines. The officers agreed to let the detained by a year or more, an agency official Harvard has sent home three fresh- neighboring city of Framingham man go--for now.

consin, Michigan and Pennsylvania Joe Biden Joe Biden’s advantage over President Donald Trump has apparently expanded Holding and the former vice president now holds his widest lead of the cycle with less than a month remaining before Election Steady Day, according to a new nationwide CNN Poll conducted by SSRS. Among According likely voters, 57% say they back Biden and 41% Trump in the poll that was To National conducted entirely after the first debate and mostly after the President’s corona- Polling virus infection was made public. Regardless of Biden’s national lead, hether pollsters are getting the race for the White House will ulti- it right or not, with few, if mately come down to a handful of swing Wany exceptions, former Vice states that will drive the outcome in the President Joe Biden is holding steady, Electoral College. The former vice presi- despite efforts to characterize him as has and will factor heavily in, when the support him. That may be true but both dent leads in several of those critical bat- ‘feeble’. We all know that pollsters and hidden or undecided voter is finalized on parties are on a fundraising binge and or- tlegrounds, but by more narrow margins others got it wrong in 2016, but this time November 3rd – or November 6th, when ganizational ‘get out the vote’ (GOTV) than his national advantage. A poll is not around President, not candidate, Donald mail in votes are finally tabulated. Some campaigns underscore how close this a prediction of how the election will ulti- Trump has a record of decision-making say that Trump supporters are reluctant election may be, especially in so-called mately turn out but instead is a snapshot and internationally viewed behavior that or afraid to let anyone know that they battleground states – Minnesota, Wis- of the race as it currently stands. October 8, 2020 SOUTHBOSTONTODAY • www.southbostontoday.com 5

Councilor Flynn Files Hearing on Pedestrian Safety, Vision Zero & Resolution Celebrating the Centennial of Disabled American Veterans (DAV) goal of having zero serious or fatal demic, some drivers view these abled veterans in membership. This traffic crashes in the City of Boston. less congested roads as a license resolution recognizes the significant He also filed a resolution celebrating to speed and put the safety and commitment and contributions that the centennial of Disabled American lives of our neighbors in danger. the DAV has made to our veterans, Veterans (DAV), a non-profit char- We therefore need to continue as well as celebrates their 100 years ity that provides service and support to focus on pedestrian and traf- of service in our country. for U.S. veterans and their families fic safety with infrastructure “Pedestrian safety is one of the as they transition from military to improvements - such as speed most critical issues we face as a civilian life. humps, raised crosswalks, road city. As we continue to hear about Co-sponsored by Council diets and rapid flash beacons - tragic fatalities and serious crashes, President Kim Janey, this hearing that would aid in traffic calming. we must continue to work together order on pedestrian safety, traf- Councilor Flynn also filed a towards the goal of Vision Zero. fic enforcement, and Vision Zero resolution recognizing Disabled I want to thank Council President aims to discuss ways to further American Veterans (DAV), a Janey for her partnership on this improve traffic calming measures veteran organization that provides issue,” said Councilor Flynn. “Aside such as slower speeds, stricter professional support and assistance from pedestrian safety, I also want enforcement, and infrastructure to veterans and their families in ob- to recognize the tremendous work improvements. Recently, a pedes- taining benefits and services earned that the DAV has been doing for our trian was fatally struck by a vehi- through military service. The DAV veteran community. The DAV has oston City Councilor Ed cle near Andrew Square in South was founded on Sept. 25, 1920, been an indispensable organization Flynn is calling for a hear- Boston, and another pedestrian and chartered by Congress on June for our disabled veterans, and it de- Bing with Councilor Janey at was struck by a pickup truck at 17, 1932 as the official voice of the serves recognition for their contribu- this week’s City Council meeting to the entrance of the Public Garden nation’s wartime disabled veterans. tions to our community. discuss ways to improve pedestrian when the truck crashed into a it is the largest wartime veterans For more information, please con- safety, provide better traffic enforce- stone pillar. Even as we see less service organization in the United tact Councilor Flynn’s office at 617- ment, and achieve Vision Zero - the traffic during the COVID-19 pan- States, with 1 million service-dis- 635-3203 or [email protected].

first-ever Jack O’Lantern’s Hallow- Announcing een Scavenger Hunt throughout the month of October! the first- ● Our friend Jack O’Lantern is be- ing very cheeky this year and is hiding ever Jack shamrocks in the Halloween decora- tions. We hope you will help us find O’Lantern’s them! The Scavenger Hunt is open to all ages, and participants will be en- tered into weekly raffles to win prizes. Halloween To Play Along: ○ Jack O’Lantern will be hiding Scavenger shamrocks around South Boston. Businesses and residents can also Hunt! hide a shamrock in their Halloween Decorations. ue to ongoing concerns ○ Residents and businesses can about group gatherings and hide a shamrock they already have D large events amid the pan- on hand, or visit www.southbos- demic, the South Boston Chamber tonchamber.org for a printable one of Commerce has decided not to to decorate. rocks throughout South Boston. southbostonchamber.org. organize the annual Trick or Treat ○ Scavenger Hunt Cards will be ○ Go on the hunt! When you find ○ Each complete Scavenger Hunt on Broadway event this year. While available at the businesses listed at a shamrock, fill out the Scavenger Card will be entered into a raffle for a we are all very disappointed, we www.southbostonchamber.org, or print Hunt Card. chance to win a gift card and goodie want to ensure everyone’s safety a card from the Chamber website. ○ When you have found 10 sham- bag, starting Friday, October 16. and hope to find new ways to cel- ○ Check www.southbostoncham- rocks, drop your Scavenger Hunt Multiple age-appropriate prizes will ebrate Halloween. ber.org or follow the Chamber’s Card off at one of the addresses be awarded each week. ● In lieu of Trick or Treat on social media to find out hints where printed on the card, or email a picture ○ Questions? Please see www.south- Broadway, the Chamber will hold the Jack O’Lantern has hidden sham- or scan of your card to us at info@ bostonchamber.org for more details 6 SOUTHBOSTONTODAY • www.southbostontoday.com October 8, 2020

MAYOR WALSH RELEASES TREE CANOPY ASSESSMENT Report shows Boston’s tree canopy remained stable from 2014 to 2019; investments in trees on City property balanced canopy loss on private property

ayor Martin J. Walsh an- climate change; has positive implica- “Through this report and the the quality of the city’s ecology. nounced the release of the tions for residents’ health; and makes release of Boston’s RFP to create an In addition to the investment in tree M2014-2019 Tree Canopy our entire city more beautiful. This Urban Forest Plan, Mayor Walsh and canopy analysis, and the $500,000 bud- Assessment, the result of a year’s is a comprehensive report that shows the City of Boston are committed to geted for the Urban Forest Plan, historic worth of analysis of high-quality, Boston the way forward in increas- fighting climate change, and ensuring investments in Boston’s public spaces high-resolution LiDAR (Light Detec- ing our tree canopy, and ensuring an we take tree canopy cover seriously this year will also support the hiring of a tion and Ranging) images captured equitable city for all.” across all our neighborhoods,” said new arborist and the planting of an ad- during airplane flyovers of the City. Tree Canopy Assessment Report Boston Parks and Recreation Depart- ditional 1,000 trees, doubling the yearly The Boston Parks and Recreation De- key findings include: ment Commissioner Ryan Woods. total to 2,000 trees planted per year. partment commissioned the report to • Boston’s tree canopy has re- On September 28th, the City of “I applaud the City of Boston’s discover which areas have the most mained relatively stable from 2014 to Boston released a RFP to create an commitment to maintaining and potential for increased tree cover, 2019 at 27% of all city land area. Urban Forest Plan in Boston as it expanding the urban tree canopy and how the City’s canopy cover has • Tree canopy loss varies from seeks a partner to develop an equi- and recognizing its importance to a changed over time. backyard individual tree removal to table vision for the protection and healthy city. Accurate and regular The Tree Canopy Assessment report the clearing of wooded areas for new expansion of the City’s tree canopy canopy assessments are essential for supports efforts to increase access construction. More tree canopy was goals. The Urban Forest Plan is an evaluating progress and identifying to trees and their benefits in “under- lost on residential land than any other opportunity for Boston to establish a opportunities,” said Lucy Hutyra, treed” neighborhoods, as a part of the land use type. new vision for the City’s tree canopy Associate Professor of Earth & Envi- City’s commitment to environmental • Boston’s investments in the goals that are aligned with the goals ronment at Boston University. “The justice, and aligns with Climate Ready planting, care, and maintenance of its of Imagine Boston 2030 and Climate report’s recommendations will help Boston, Imagine Boston 2030, and street trees are paying off, as evi- Ready Boston, while also developing build consensus and urgency around Resilient Boston. Information pro- denced by the 23 acres of new tree the supporting policy and programs preventing canopy loss, on both pub- vided in the report is critical to the canopy within the right-of-way. for implementation of this vision. lic and private property, and identify creation of the City’s first Urban For- • Tree planting and preservation The project team will closely coordi- key areas for expanding canopy.” est Plan, as well as future policy and efforts are effective and pay greater nate the planning process with ongo- The Tree Canopy Assessment is planning efforts, including guidelines dividends as trees mature. ing planning and implementation a critical piece of the vision for the for tree canopy protection on public, • Land use history, decisions by led by Climate Ready Boston in the City’s tree canopy goals, laid out in private, and institutional property. individual property owners, and new Environment Department. Ongoing the Imagine Boston 2030 and Cli- “In Boston, we’re committed to construction all play a role in influencing coordination will cohesively integrate mate Ready Boston planning efforts. growing our tree canopy in an equi- the current state of tree canopy in Boston. the citywide vision for growing a Mayor Walsh Climate Ready Bos- table way,” said Mayor Walsh. “We Understanding these factors and iden- healthy urban forest into other heat ton in 2016, an initiative to develop know that tree cover improves liv- tifying strategies to mitigate them will resilience strategies. The growth and resilient solutions that will prepare ability, increases shade which helps help us focus City efforts on addressing development of Boston’s urban forest Boston for the effects of climate make neighborhoods more resilient disparities in access to green space. will serve to not only reduce urban change: flooding due to sea-level rise, to the severe heat associated with The report is available on boston.gov. heat island effect but also improve increased storms, and extreme heat.

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MAYOR Racial Equity Fund Steering Committee WALSH ANNOUNCES BOSTON RACIAL EQUITY FUND STEERING COMMITTEE

ayor Martin J. Walsh work to coordinate and amplify phil- • Eric Esteves, The Lenny Zakim Fund groups across all departments, and announced the Steering anthropic interest, raising $10 mil- • Fatima Ali-Salaam, Greater Mat- building equitable governmental M Committee members lion as its initial goal and ultimately tapan Neighborhood Council structures to sustain this work. The for the Boston Racial Equity Fund, getting it up to $50 million. • Karla Nicholson, Haymarket cabinet comprises the following created to invest in nonprofits and “This is a significant effort that People’s Fund existing departments and agencies, initiatives that empower Boston’s is tangible and will have a real and • Klare Shaw. Liberty Mutual Foundation including: Resilience and Racial Eq- Black and Brown residents. The enduring positive impact on our • Linda Dorcena Forry, Suffolk uity, Diversity, Human Rights Com- 16-member group consists of Boston communities” said Emerson College Construction mission, Women’s Advancement, leaders in education, the business President Lee Pelton, chair of the • Lori Smith-Britton, Community Immigrant Advancement, Language sector, health and the overall civic Boston Racial Equity Fund Steering Resource Consulting, Inc. and Communication Access. life of the city. Its list of desired out- Committee. “We have a very long • Mo Cowan, GE As part of its COVID-19 response comes includes working to reduce way to go to end structural racism • Pam Everhart, Fidelity Investments and recovery efforts, the City cre- and eliminate the dramatic wealth in our society, and I’m encouraged • Penn Loh, Hyams Foundation ated the following emergency relief and opportunity gaps between white by this important step forward. We • Steve Tompkins, Suffolk County Sheriff funds to help Boston’s most vulner- families and families of color in the will navigate, as best we can, the • Thelma Burns, Community Advo- able, including the Rental Relief City of Boston. need to respond to urgent needs cate, formerly ABCD Fund, the Small Business Relief “We have an opportunity and sense while putting into place efforts and • Vanessa Calderón-Rosado, Inquili- Fund, the Reopen Boston Fund, and of real urgency to work together, to investments for long-term, sustained nos Boricuas en Acción (IBA) the Boston Resiliency Fund, collec- not only meet pressing needs, but and continuous improvement. Our The Boston Racial Equity Fund tively distributing over $38 million empower communities and indi- objective is to dismantle the stub- is being staffed and coordinated by to renters, small businesses and viduals to define and lead systemic born structural racial inequities that the newly-established Equity and nonprofit organizations in need. change,” said Mayor Walsh. “The prevent folks from fully participat- Inclusion cabinet, under the leader- The Boston Racial Equity Fund will Racial Equity Fund will complement ing in this evolving experiment we ship of Chief of Equity Dr. Karilyn initially exist as a program within the the work that the City of Boston is call American democracy. “ Crockett. The cabinet works across Boston Charitable Trust, an existing doing to embed equity into all of “Boston is fortunate to have institu- departments to embed equity into 501(c)(3) designated trust fund man- City work and to dismantle racism tions and grassroots organizations all city work, and actively works aged by the City of Boston’s Treasury by putting an intentional focus on that work every day to override de- to dismantle racism by putting an Department. For more information on supporting communities of color cades of disinvestment and tear down intentional focus on supporting com- how to make a donation, please visit: and marginalized groups across all obstacles to opportunity that face munities of color and marginalized boston.gov/racialequityfund. departments. I thank all the mem- too many of our residents, particu- bers of the Steering Committee for larly Black and Brown Bostonians,” leading this work as we continue to said Linda Dorcena Forry, Suffolk make progress on our work to better Construction’s Vice President of the lives of our residents now and for Diversity, Inclusion & Community. generations to come.” “In coordination with the New Com- The Boston Racial Equity Fund monwealth Fund, we are ready to get was created in June of this year to work to boost and complement the to increase the safety, wellbeing, racial equity efforts being driven by equity, and prosperity of the Black each of our industry sectors.” and Brown community. The mis- The Steering Committee members are: sion of the Fund is to advance racial • Lee Pelton, (Chair) Emerson College equity and to dismantle systemic • Beth Chandler, YW Boston racism in the City of Boston and its • Denella Clark, Boston Arts Acad- enduring effects including economic emy Foundation and health inequities. The Fund will • Dr. Thea L. James, BMC 8 SOUTHBOSTONTODAY • www.southbostontoday.com October 8, 2020

Like the neighboring Napa Val- River, 2016, ($65.00), is savory and respectively, give this wine a crisp- The ley, it’s “bathed” each evening by sublime; layers of rich fruit reveal ness that shows concentrated mel- the “Pacific mist”, which coats the themselves quickly. Over the course lon, key lime and citrus notes, with grapes with cool Pacific fog that of an hour, each sip will have differ- a pleasant finish that will work well burns off late each morning. This ent notes and each note is delicious with any seafood dish. allows a slow, full growth and a long and memorable. A very special wine One more Sauv Blanc whose Wine hang time, which creates full, rich for special occasions. This wine brand isn’t widely-known (but flavors in the grapes. would pair extremely well with Beef should be!), is Cep Sauvignon One of the best-known vineyards Wellington or Filet Mignon with a Blanc, Russian River, Sonoma in this area is Picket Fence. Their Bordelaise reduction. County, 2019, ($19.99).Winester Guy 2018 Pinot Noir, Russian River DeLoach Vineyards, one of So- Reviews says, “This is the kind Valley, ($19.99), is a classic So- noma’s oldest, produces one of the of wine everyone needs within an noma Pinot; Winemaker Alison best Zinfandels in the entire valley. arm’s reach. Sitting somewhere My Other Crowe describes it as: “a wine with Their 2016 Riebli Valley Zinfan- between the zesty grassiness of New rich aromas of raspberry jam and del, Sonoma County, ($34.99), has Zealand and the lean and mean pro- Favorite River brandy- macerated cherries. Its luxu- very concentrated flavors of black- file of Sancerre, this Russian River rious density and beautiful structure berry, espresso and licorice, with a Sauvignon Blanc displays bright e’ve been very lucky with are hallmarks of this Russian River strawberry currant finish. This wine acidity, a tinge of minerality on the the weather we’ve had in Pinot Noir. Round flavors and bal- drinks really well right now, but can finish, and bright citrus fruits that the past month; one of the anced tannins finish with nuances lay down for further aging. It’s a keep your mouth watering and com- Wnicest Septembers I can remember. of vanilla and star anise.” Pinot natural with a grilled veal chop or ing back for another sip.” I was recently in the Back Bay for a Noir is one of the more versatile red New York Strip steak. Talk To The Wine Guy at wine event and, looking out on the wines as far as food goes, so you Seafood lovers, we haven’t forgot- [email protected] Charles River, was reminded how might want to try this one with game ten you! The one white that’s great important rivers are to some of the meats, sweetbreads or a lamb dish. all year round is Sauvignon Blanc world’s best wine regions, especially For more than 40 years, the and the Russian River has a long list the Russian River. Merry Edwards vineyards have of them. One that really typifies the The Russian River Valley AVA, been producing not only some of region would be Selby Winery’s in California’s Sonoma County, is the best Pinot Noir from Northern 2018 Russian River Sauvignon a growing area to some of the best California, but some of the best in Blanc, ($21.99). Stainless steel- Cabernet Sauvignon, Pinot Noir the world. Their Merry Edwards fermentation, as well as a touch of and Chardonnay wines in the world. Pinot Noir, Olivet Lane, Russian semillon and muscat, 3% and 2%,

wall so terrorists couldn’t come indeed been ignited and he just Kusander informed him she had into in the U.S. Trump is the best couldn’t refrain from controlling recorded his anti-Trump rant, his I Was Just person in the world. And that’s his personal feelings in a profes- story changed. why I had admire him.” sional, educational setting. He knew he got caught red-handed. Thinking… Those are the words of a ten- Fortunately, Elsy Kusander, the Attempting to cover his tracks, year-old student from the P.G. student’s mother, walked into the Stanton rationalized by intimating Keithley Middle School teacher room to see what was going on another student was offended by in Tacoma, Washington, accord- after her son was kicked out of these pro-Trump remarks and that ing to Ryan Ledendecker in The the virtual class activity, and she his personal views didn’t influ- Federalist Papers. On October 2, started to record the teacher’s re- ence his decision to delete these his teacher, Brendan Stanton, in- sponse to her son’s words. remarks and dismiss the student structed his students to write down “The example that was shared in from this assignment. which computer scientist they the chat, which I went ahead and Which was far from the truth. most admired. And if they couldn’t erased for us, was not appropriate Thousands and thousands of in- think of one, they could write right? Especially as that individual credible teachers nationwide love about a family member, friend, has created so much division and their students and stick to teaching or someone else who has inspired hatred between people and specifi- and not indoctrination. them in a positive fashion. cally spoken hatred to many dif- A good teacher teaches their So, this student picked President ferent individuals, OK?,” Stanton students “how to think, not what By Kevin Devlin Trump to write about. said to his students. to think.” But when the teacher saw these Kusander, who is a Honduran This teacher’s blatant disre- admire Donald J. Trump words, he flipped out (otherwise immigrant, subsequently called gard for freedom of expression, because he is making known as Trump Derangement Stanton and demanded to know freedom of thought, is just one America great again. And Syndrome) and chastised the boy, why her son was punished for ex- example why parents need to stay because“I he is the best president declaring the president divisive pressing his support for the presi- vigilant and always be aware of the United States of America could and the spreader of hate. The dent. At first, Stanton misspoke what is going on in their chil- ever, ever have. And he built the teacher’s hatred for Trump had the truth as they say, but when dren’s classrooms. October 8, 2020 SOUTHBOSTONTODAY • www.southbostontoday.com 9

Recent South Boston Real Estate Sales Virtual Public Meeting Property/Type Price Sale Date Rooms Baths Sq Ft

515 East Seventh St UNIT 2 $585, 000 8/21/20 4 1 717 Condo 542 Dorchester Ave UNIT PH3 $875,000 8/10/20 3 2 1,252 Dorchester Bay City Condo 859 East First St UNIT 1 $819,000 8/17/20 6 2.5 1,555 Condo Monday, October 19 Zoom Link: bit.ly/36h3ZSx 509 East Eighth St UNIT 2 $805,000 8/7/20 5 2 1,141 Condo 6:00 PM Toll Free: (833) 568 - 8864 39 Dorchester St UNIT 9 $789,000 8/28/20 5 2 1,223 Meeting ID: 160 310 9875 Condo 133 Seaport Boulevard UNIT 921 $786,300 8/19/20 2 1 513 Condo Project Description: 594 East Sixth St UNIT 1 $759,000 8/14/20 4 2 1,150 Condo Virtual Kick-Off Public Meeting in connection with the proposed 345 West Broadway UNIT 4 $755,000 8/25/20 4 2 1,006 Dorchester Bay City project. This meeting will provide an Condo introduction and overview of the Proposed Project, with 556 East Sixth St UNIT 3 $753,620 8/21/20 4 2 1,074 Condo subsequent Virtual Public Meetings focusing on specific topics. 446 East Sixth St UNIT 3 $749,000 8/17/20 3 2 907 Condo 161 O St UNIT 3 $735,000 8/19/20 4 2 810 Interpretation services (Spanish, Vietnamese, Cape Verdean Creole Condo and Haitian Creole) will be provided. Translation of vital documents 366 West Second St UNIT 6 $677,000 8/7/20 4 1.5 866 Condo is available upon request. 759 East Seventh St UNIT 2 $670,000 8/11/20 5 1 1197 Condo 51-53 Story St UNIT 3 $660,000 8/28/20 5 1 777 mail to: Aisling Kerr Condo Boston Planning & Development Agency Close of Comment Period: 703 East Fifth St UNIT 1 $650,000 8/28/20 4 1 929 One City Hall Square, 9th Floor Condo Boston, MA 02201 11/9/2020 102 Emerson St UNIT 2 $625,000 8/14/20 5 1 857 phone: 617.918.4212 Condo email: [email protected] 530 Dorchester UNIT 3 $615,000 8/28/20 3 1 725 Condo 545 East Third St UNIT 3 $615,000 8/14/20 3 1.5 802 Condo BostonPlans.org @BostonPlans 309 Emerson St UNIT18 8/12/20 $610,500 3 1 668 Teresa Polhemus, Executive Director/Secretary Condo

Boston Water and Sewer Commission (BWSC) Virtual Public Meeting 980 Harrison Avenue Boston, MA 02119

WATER MAIN FLUSHING NOTICE 244 - 284 A Street Boston Water and Sewer Commission will commence Water Main Flushing in the South Boston area starting: Tuesday, October 20 Zoom Link: bit.ly/36A0Xcc October 11, 2020 through November 18 , 2020 6:00 PM Toll Free: (833) 568 - 8864 The boundaries for the areas being Meeting ID: 161 342 4011 flushed: Boston Harbor to the north, William J. Day Boulevard to the south, Project Description: Dorchester Avenue to the east and BPDA-hosted Article 80 Virtual Public Meeting to review Ground Dorchester Bay to the west. Floor Uses and Watersheet Activation in connection with the

The purpose of the Water Main Flushing Proposed Project at 244 - 284 A Street in the Fort Point district Program is to improve drinking water of the South Boston Waterfront. quality for residents and businesses.

Water Main flushing will take place between the hours of Please register in advance for this meeting at the registration 10:00 P.M. and 6:00 A.M. link provided above.

The flushing process may cause discolored water and a reduction in pressure. The discoloration of the water will be temporary and is not harmful. If the condition persists, please contact BWSC's 24 Hour Service at (617) 989-7000. mail to: Aisling Kerr Boston Planning & Development Agency BWSC appreciates your patience as we work to improve the One City Hall Square, 9th Floor quality of drinking water we will provide to the residents and Boston, MA 02201 businesses of Boston. phone: 617.918.4212 email: [email protected] If you have any questions, contact BWSC's Night Operations

Manager at (617) 989-7000 or visit our website @ BostonPlans.org @BostonPlans www.bwsc.org. Teresa Polhemus, Executive Director/Secretary 10 SOUTHBOSTONTODAY • www.southbostontoday.com October 8, 2020

Walsh continued from front page financial assistance, housing search, To ensure that the information stating that they qualify for protec- of eviction know their rights and and advocacy organizations. This about the City of Boston’s eviction tion under the moratorium. The City have access to the resources avail- broader social services approach prevention efforts will be received of Boston has translated this dec- able to them ahead of the end of supports tenants and helps them to by those most at-risk, the Office of laration into eleven languages, and the statewide eviction moratorium, access financial assistance from the Housing Stability will be conduct- posted it on the Office of Housing which ends October 17. The re- Residential Assistance for Fami- ing a broad outreach and engagement Stability website so tenants can sign sources include legal support, finan- lies in Transition (RAFT) and the plan. Beginning next week, a mailing it and send it to their landlord. cial assistance and communications Rental Relief Fund. encouraging residents to utilize the The City has also taken steps to en- outreach. In addition, on Monday, In addition, the City will contract services available on the Office of hance programs to help homeowners, Mayor Walsh will file an ordinance with Greater Boston Legal Services Housing Stability (OHS) website will many of whom are small landlords, requiring property owners to in- to add additional attorneys to assist be distributed to to 46,000 households to meet their own financial obliga- clude tenants’ rights information and tenants facing eviction. OHS staff in Boston. Households receiving this tions, make critical repairs, and stay resources available when issuing a will hold multiple weekly virtual mailing were identified utilizing a in their homes. The Boston Home Notice to Quit, which is the first step clinics for eviction defense follow- multi-modal analysis that factored in Center (BHC) has partnered with the in the legal process of eviction. ing the end of the moratorium. historic eviction data, equity and in- City of Boston’s Tax/Title division to “Since the beginning of the As part of his legislative agenda, come in Boston’s neighborhoods, and reach out to 8,000+ homeowners who COVID-19 pandemic, the City of Mayor Walsh supports An Act to recent data on job loss. The mailing owe the City property taxes. This Boston has made it a priority to pro- Ensure Right to Counsel in Eviction will provide eviction guidance in six multilingual insert directs homeown- vide supports to residents, including Proceedings, which would provide languages, including English, Spanish, ers at-risk to the BHC’s Foreclosure housing assistance. Now more than any low-income tenant facing eviction Chinese, Haitian Creole, Cape Verde Prevention and Intervention services. ever, as we get closer to the end of with a court-appointed attorney for Creole and Vietnamese. To ensure that homeowners have ac- the statewide eviction moratorium, representation. He offered testimony In addition to mailing resources, cess to financial assistance for critical it’s vital that we bolster our efforts in support of this legislation last July. the Office of Housing Stability will home repairs, Mayor Walsh recently to keep residents in their homes,” Financial Assistance be conducting neighborhood com- announced that the Seniors Save said Mayor Walsh. The Rental Relief Fund will accept munity meetings starting in October program is increasing grants from Legal Support new applications after the eviction to share resources on tenants’ rights, $3,500 to $8,000 for the total The City of Boston is enhancing moratorium ends, with up to $4,000 applying for assistance, and filing replacement of a heating system its efforts to ensure that tenants at in rental assistance is available for for a CDC moratorium declaration. for Bostonians older than 60 who risk for eviction have better ac- eligible tenants. The Rental Relief The Centers for Disease Control meet income eligibility require- cess to legal assistance. The Office Fund was established in April 2020 (CDC) issued a federal eviction ments. In addition, the Lead Safe of Housing Stability has hired an to aid residents who lost their income moratorium intended to prevent Program is increasing its loan limit additional housing court navigator due to coronavirus and were unable the further spread of COVID-19. from $8,000 to $10,000 per unit to assist tenants who are beginning to pay their rent. The City of Boston The order, ending on December 31, as a three year deferred forgiv- the eviction process. Housing court dedicated $3 million to the first round 2020, prevents the evictions of peo- able loan, and the Triple Decker navigators assess the tenant’s situa- of the Fund, and then added an addi- ple who lost work as a result of the program has been merged with the tion and determine which resources tional $5 million in June. To date, the COVID-19 pandemic. In order to be Homeworks program so that now and services would be useful to Fund has distributed more than $3 covered by the CDC moratorium, any three unit home can be eligible preserve and stabilize their tenancy. million to more than 900 households. tenants are required to sign and sub- for up to $30,000 in a deferred This may include linking them to Communications Outreach mit a declaration to their landlord forgivable loan.

Gate of Heaven and St. Brigid Parishes with St. Augustine Chapel News Congratulations to this year’s RCIA Class! t the 12pm Mass on Sunday, Sep- Christian Initiation of Adults), a course tember 20th, at Gate of Heaven of learning and discernment to prepare Church, we welcomed five new them for full initiation in the Church. CatholicsA into our Church. Charles Ak- This year our parishes will host a digital wari and Julian Cooney received the Sac- course, which will commence on Sun- raments of Baptism, Confirmation and day, October 18th. If you or someone Eucharist; and Sonja Eaton, Caleb Ewald, you know has questions or is interest- and Ryan McQuaid received the Sacra- ed, please email our coordinator Javier ments of Confirmation and Eucharist. We Soegaard ([email protected]) or are so excited to have them in our Catholic call the Parish Office (617-268-2122). family. We pray for them and for all adults *Eligible adults include: 1) Those who discerning entry into the Church through have not been baptized; 2) those who the RCIA Program. God Bless you all! have not been baptized in other Chris- This Year’s Class: tian traditions; and 3) those who were Every year the Church invites non- baptized Catholic, but never received Catholic adults* into the RCIA (Rite of Confirmation and Eucharist. October 8, 2020 SOUTHBOSTONTODAY • www.southbostontoday.com 11

South Boston Native Receives Special Lifetime Achievement Award n September 20th, Loretta a true “southie” native. From Gate of Julie Williamson, Standish great residents.” Mirisola received a spe- Heaven parish to South Boston High Village’s Executive Director, Standish Village offers local se- cial Lifetime Achievement School, Loretta’s roots are right here explained the Lifetime Achieve- niors service-enriched Assisted Liv- AwardO from Standish Village at in Boston and the Standish Village ment Award by saying “The award ing and a state-of-the-art Compass Lower Mills, the Assisted Living community was proud to celebrate celebrates Loretta’s rich life history Memory Support Neighborhood® and Memory Support Community her. Mirisola worked as a seamstress and lifelong accomplishments. Too featuring innovative, research- that she calls home. Both staff and making Army uniforms, and at com- many seniors in our society become based programming for those with family members participated in panies like Girl Town College Town isolated and anonymous even to memory loss developed in affilia- the outdoor award ceremony that and Forecaster of Boston. Today, their own neighbors, but at Standish tion with the Boston University Al- highlighted Loretta’s life story and Loretta is exceedingly proud of her we enjoy learning about life stories zheimer’s Disease Center. To learn personal achievements. seven grandchildren and five great- from residents and their families, more about the community, visit Raised in South Boston, Mirisola is grandchildren. and spreading the word about our http://www.StandishVillage.com.

Loretta Mirisola (front, center) poses with family members at her South Boston native Loretta Mirisola poses Lifetime Achievement Award Ceremony. with her Lifetime Achievement Award.

DCR Recreational AdvisoryAgency-Managed Ice Rinks eginning Wednesday, South Boston, Devine Memorial September 30, 2020, the Rink in Dorchester, Reilly Memo- Department of Conserva- rial Rink in Brighton, and Bajko tionB and Recreation (DCR) opened Memorial Rink in Hyde Park. several agency-managed ice rinks Additionally, Steriti Memorial for group rental use in accordance Rink (561 Commercial Street, with the Workplace Safety and Re- Boston, MA 02109) is scheduled opening Standards for Businesses to open on Saturday, November and Other Entities Providing Youth 14, 2020, and the Kelly Outdoor and Adult Amateur Sports Activi- Rink (1 Marbury Terrace, Jamai- ties, Phase III, Step 1, Expansion ca Plain, MA 02130) is sched- of Activity Number 1. These ice uled to open in mid-December, rinks are the Emmons Horrigan weather permitting. Furthermore, O’Neil Memorial Rink in Charles- public skating will be provided town, Murphy Memorial Rink in in November 2020. 12 SOUTHBOSTONTODAY • www.southbostontoday.com October 8, 2020

Teaching is an awesome journey!” South Boston Catholic Academy News What it means to be a teacher… “Good teachers know how to bring out the best in students.” “It is the supreme art of the teacher to awaken joy in creative expression From Mrs. Susan Connolly, see those same qualities as an adult Katelyn Coe. Twenty years ago, she and knowledge.” our Grade K2A Teacher at South working with her class.” sat in my first-grade class. Katelyn, I by Albert Einstein Boston Catholic Academy… “It was “As a kindergarten teacher, it is am so proud of the strong woman you “Every child deserves a champion wonderful to see one of my former fantastic to watch the tremendous have become. Thank you for your – an adult who will never give up on kindergarten students, Katelyn Coe. I growth your students do throughout hard work and honorable dedication to them, who understands the power was touched that she still remembered the year socially, emotionally, devel- our community Officer Coe.” of connection and insists that they me after all these years. It is a tremen- opmentally, and academically. As “As a teacher of many years, never become the best that they can possibly dous privilege to get a chance to see they grow and leave school, you hope did I think that one day I would be be.” former students after they left school they continue to wonder and learn as teaching with a former student, let by Rita Pierson and have all grown up. I am so proud they find their place in the world. I alone as my first-grade colleague. “A teacher affects eternity; no one of her success as a Boston Police Of- am so proud to see Caroline went Miss Gannon brings passion, knowl- can tell where his/her influence stops.” ficer. It is great to see her giving back into education. I know she will be a edge, hard work, and talent to South by Henry Adams to the South Boston community.” successful teacher and make a positive Boston Catholic Academy. The first “The art of teaching is the art of as- “It is also incredible to see Miss difference in many children’s lives.” graders in her class are so fortunate sisting discovery.” Caroline Gannon back as a teacher From Miss Jean McCarthy, our to have a teacher who possesses these by Mark Van Doren where her school career began. She Grade 1A Teacher at South Boston outstanding qualities. I look forward “Good teachers know how to bring was a strong kindergarten student, Catholic Academy…”What a thrill it to many years of collaborating with out the best in students.” kind, fair, and compassionate, and I was for me to see my former student Miss Gannon. by Charles Kuralt

Mrs. Connolly with former K2 Miss McCarthy with former 1st Miss McCarthy & Mrs. Connolly with student – Katelyn Coe grader – Officer Katelyn Coe former student Miss Gannon

Mrs. Connolly & aide Mrs. O’Callaghan with K2A Miss McCarthy with Grade 1A October 8, 2020 SOUTHBOSTONTODAY • www.southbostontoday.com 13

This week, Danny gave “Pic’s Picks” for Week 5 in the NFL:

went 2-2-1 against the spread in have tested positive have also been snap a two-game losing skid. I’ll defense — statistically — in the Week 4. My record on the sea- said to be asymptomatic. But it’s take Arizona by two touchdowns. NFL. I’ll take the Giants to cover. I son is now 10-4-1, from when I clear that by postponing last week’s CINCINNATI BENGALS (+13) CLEVELAND BROWNS (+1.5) began making picks in Week 2. Steelers vs Titans game because of over over Colts The big question now is, will we positive tests, the league is going to -You might be somewhat shocked -This game is in Cleveland on even see a Week 5? take this seriously. to see that I’m taking the 1-2-1 Sunday at 4:25. Both the Browns I ask that question because, as And if they are going to take it se- Bengals on the road over the 3-1 Ra- and the Colts are 3-1. Both teams I ask it, a few more NFL players riously, then we have to expect more vens this Sunday at 1. Well, maybe have won three straight after losing are testing positive for COVID-19. postponements moving forward, as Cincinnati won’t win the game. But their Week 1 games. It’s basically Most notably, New England Patriots more players will undoubtedly test in a Baltimore stadium that can’t be a pick-em. And I’m picking the cornerback Stephon Gilmore. positive, given the fact that the NFL packed because of Coronavirus, and Browns to win at home. Gilmore’s positive test comes is not playing in a “bubble” and the an AFC North dogfight, I’m expect- LOCK OF THE WEEK: MIN- just days after Patriots quarterback combination of a “second wave” of ing this game to be closer than it NESOTA VIKINGS (+7) over Cam Newton tested positive, which Coronavirus cases. probably should be. Give me Joe forced the NFL to push back their Oh well. Even though there are a Burrow and the Bengals to find a -It was nearly impossible to pick Sunday afternoon game in Kansas handful of games off the board due way to cover the 13-point spread. a “lock” this week, but here we go. City to Monday night. A day after to Coronavirus concerns, I’m still (+9.5) My lock is the 1-3 Vikings, who that game, Gilmore tested positive. going to make my picks as if there over Dallas Cowboys picked up their first win of the season It’s forced the Patriots to shut will be football this Sunday. So here -I have a similar mindset with last week by beating the Texans in things down in the middle of the are my picks for Week 5: this pick as I did with the previ- Houston. They’ll now face a different week, as they prepare for a Week 5 ARIZONA CARDINALS (-7) ous Bengals pick. The 0-4 Giants beast in the 4-0 Seahawks in Seattle game against the Denver Broncos at over might not go into Dallas on Sunday on Sunday Night Football. But how Gillette Stadium. It’s also forced me -I was high on the Cardinals enter- at 4:25 and win the game, but in a about this stat? The Seahawks have to wonder if the NFL will even be ing the season, and even though divisional matchup, I expect New the worst pass defense in the NFL, able to finish the season. they’re now 2-2 after losing two York to make it interesting. The 1-3 allowing 401 pass yards per game. I wonder that because as we get straight to the Lions and Panthers, I Cowboys have been a major disap- That’s wild. I expect the Vikings to deeper into the fall and closer to the still believe. Arizona heads to New pointment thus far, and have lost keep it close. Give me the points. winter, it’s expected that Coronavi- York to take on the 0-4 Jets this two straight to the Seahawks and Listen to “The Danny Picard rus cases will rise in the so called Sunday at 1 p.m. The Jets allow Browns. Without a dramatic come- Show” on iTunes, Spotify, Google “second wave.” But will this “second 33 points per game, which is third back win over the Falcons in Week Play, and anywhere else podcasts are wave” be as dangerous as the first? worst in the NFL. That’s all I need 2, Dallas would be winless like the available. Subscribe to YouTube.com/ Newton was asymptomatic. Gilm- to see to know that this will be the Giants. Also notable here is that dannypicard. Follow Danny on Twit- ore is also said to be asymptomatic. perfect game for Kyler Murray and the Cowboys allow 36.5 points per ter @DannyPicard. Check out all of Other players on other teams who the Cardinals to bounce back and game, which makes them the worst his work at dannypicard.com. The Shamr ck The Shamr501 East Eighth Street, South Boston, ck MA 02127

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SBT Staff tice on Wednesday and have shut virus. Cam Newton was the first, The Patriots lost to the Chiefs in ust a day after their Week 4 loss down their entire football opera- testing positive on Saturday, which Kansas City on Monday night. Ac- to the Kansas City Chiefs, an- tions, other than essential person- forced the NFL to move the Patriots’ cording to reports, the Chiefs’ tests Jother Patriots player has tested nel. They are scheduled to host the Week 4 game against Chiefs from all came back negative on Wednes- positive for Coronavirus. That player Denver Broncos at Gillette Stadium Sunday afternoon to Monday night. day morning. That doesn’t mean is star cornerback Stephon Gilmore. on Sunday at 4:25 p.m. Practice squad defensive tackle Kansas City is out of the woods yet As a result of Gilmore’s positive Gilmore becomes the third Patriots Bill Murray is the other Patriot though, as the Coronavirus story in test, the Patriots canceled their prac- player to test positive for Corona- who’s tested positive. the NFL is certainly not over.

But according to a postgame pool report with referee Tony Corrente, by PATRIOTS FALL TO CHIEFS AFTER COVID POSTPONEMENT rule, the Patriots were not able to chal- SBT Staff lenge the play, “because the play was terception and losing a fumble. ance with 5-of-13 passing for 60 yards, shut down and stopped prior to the he New England Patriots were Stidham threw the team’s only touch- one touchdown, and two interceptions. fumble occurring, or prior to him los- originally scheduled to take down pass of the game, on his first There was one controversial moment ing control of the football. There was Ton the Kansas City Chiefs on possession, when he connected with that could’ve changed the outcome of no reviewable aspect of that play.” Sunday, but following Cam Newton’s N’Keal Harry in the back corner of the the game. Late in the second quarter, as Corrente explained the early whistle positive Coronavirus test on Saturday, end zone in the fourth quarter, cutting the Chiefs had the ball on a 3rd-and-4 at by saying: “I felt that he was being con- the NFL postponed the game until Kansas City’s lead to 13-10. But the their own 42-yard line, the Patriots put trolled quite a bit prior to him actually Monday night. Chiefs responded with a nine-play, 75- pressure on Patrick Mahomes, which going to the ground. And as he was be- Monday turned into a somewhat yard touchdown drive to take a 19-10 resulted in what looked like a fumble. ing controlled, other players were com- wacky day for the Patriots, who flew to lead after the missed extra point. Patriots linebacker Shilique Calhoun re- ing in at him. And so with those other Kansas City on Monday morning, and On the first play of the ensuing Patri- covered the loose ball and ran it down players baring down on him, a quarter- then flew back home to New England ots possession though, Stidham threw the sideline as the whistles were blown. back is considered in the grasp and his immediately after the game, in which a pick-six on a pass that tipped off Officials on the field had ruled Ma- forward progress is considered stopped they lost to the Chiefs, 26-10. Julian Edelman’s hands and ended up homes to be sacked, even though he when I feel as though the player’s safety Brian Hoyer made the start at quar- in the hands of Tyrann Mathieu, who hadn’t yet been taken to the ground. is being jeopardized. And that was the terback for the Patriots, until he was easily ran it down the right sideline and Bill Belichick was livid on the side- case in this instance. So, rather than al- replaced by Jarrett Stidham late in the into the end zone for the 25-yard score line, and as he was arguing the call, low him to get hit by a second and third third quarter. Hoyer was 15-of-24 for and a 26-10 lead. the Chiefs punted with no challenge player, we shut it down and considered 130 pass yards, while throwing one in- Stidham finished his brief appear- from the Patriots. it forward progress at that point.” PLAY FOR FREE WITH PROMO CODE: PIC