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THURSDAY, WINTHROP MIDDLE SCHOOL BAND PERFORMS December 27, 2018 FOR TRAVELERS AT LOGAN AIRPORT Santa’s Winthrop driver INDEX Police Report 2 retires after 35 years Editorials 4 he was greeted with residents Through The Years 5 By Kate Anslinger holding up “happy retire- Then and Now 5 ment” signs along Santa’s en- Obituaries 6 When Winthrop Firefight- tire route. Classified 14 er Dennis Boudrow was only “I had no idea about any of Business Directory 15 12 years old, he rescued an elderly man from a burning this, it was beyond amazing,” building behind his family’s said Boudrow, as he was inter- INDEPENDENT store in East Boston. It was viewed by Fox 25 News. in that moment that he devel- There was no shortage oped what would become a of people wishing Boudrow life-long passion for the fire well, as he was presented with service. cards and gifts along his route. During his 35-year career “I’m still a bundle of emo- on the Winthrop Fire Depart- tions right now,” he said. ment, Boudrow has served the “Last night was amazing, I people in the town through his never expected that in my life. heroic efforts, but he is most I never did that job for any Newspaper Group well-known for his role as kind of accolades and I simply Santa’s driver on Christmas loved seeing the faces of both Eve. Initially he took on the kids and adults throughout the Judge awards role as a temporary assign- years. I have the perfect van- ment, but it only took one tage point as Santa’s driver. night to realize that he was the The looks on their faces takes legal fees to The Winthrop Middle School band delighted travelers prior to Christmas when they were given perfect fit to cart Santa around your breath away, that’s what the opportunity to play holiday favorites in Terminal C at Logan Airport on Dec. 19. town. On Monday evening, Christmas is for me.” Judy Racow Boudrow kicked off his retire- Boudrow’s passion for fire ment in a fitting way, driving service was contagious and By Sue Ellen Woodcock Santa around on Christmas both of his sons, Doug and Eve one final time. The only A Superior Court judge has difference this year was that See BOUDROW Page 6 awarded Police Office Judy Winthrop Sun Transcript’s Racow with the legal and oth- er costs associated with the Racow vs. Town of Winthrop sex discrimination case she 2018 People of the Year initially filed with the MCAD. On Dec. 18 Judge Kar- en Green denied the Town’s Ron Vecchia is Man of the Year

motion for judgment not- By Sue Ellen Woodcock the challenging times under withstanding the verdict (an control. He is open and takes attempt to vacate the verdict) This past year has not been the time to give the bottom and granted Racow’s Petition an easy one in Winthrop. line answer on a situation. for Award of Attorney’s fees There have been three town This year Ron Vecchia is and costs. managers, three legal cases Winthrop Sun Transcript’s Under the anti-discrimina- stemming from the Police Man of the Year. tion anti-retaliation statutes, Department, an outcry from Getting past this year Vec- if a plaintiff is successful at the residents about the future chia said that he relies on his trial the plaintiff is entitled to of the center business district, experience. be reimbursed for reasonable a continued complaint about “A lot of these issues I have attorney’s fees and costs. parking and the unknown im- seen and they come and go,” PHOTOS BY KATE ANSLINGER Firefighter Dennis Boudrow makes his way through the crowd In this case over 1,100 pacts of development at near- he said. “I understand why as he gets off the fire truck. Boudrow, who retired this week, has hours have been tallied by Ra- people are concerned about by Suffolk Downs. been Santa’s driver in Winthrop for the Santa Parade on Christ- cow’s team, totaling $541,554 Throughout it all one man certain things, and I listen. ins attorney’ fees and $13,187 mas Eve for years. It was his last round with Santa this Christ- has been taking it all in stride Then I go through a process to mas Eve. Meanwhile, Santa was a hit on the route, shown here in costs. This brings the total as the Town Council president work it out.” judgment against the town to waving to one of the “nice” children on his list. See more photos and he has been above board The first six months of 2018 on Page 6. more than $2.5 million. when dealing with the town Vecchia said he spent a lot of matters. Ron Vecchia has Town Council president Ron See RACOW Page 3 maintained a decorum to keep Vecchia. See MAN OF YEAR Page 2 TRASH Rose Trifoni Mazzuchelli is Woman of the Year

NOTICE By Sue Ellen Woodcock the way she was raised in the male Veterans Services Offi- Due to the New Year's Day North End and Revere. cer in the Commonwealth, a Holiday on Tues. Jan. 1, 2019, There are those who ex- For many years, she’s been rare breed that is growing said ude goodness, and Veteran’s helping veterans, not just Mazzuchelli. trash will be delayed by Services Officer Rose Trifoni from Winthrop, but also from Mazzuchelli served in the st one day. Mon. Dec. 31 pick Mazzuchelli is one of those Billerica and East Boston and Army from 1979 – 2000 in ups are on schedule. people. She attributes this to around. She is one of 30 fe- active duty and reserves, Capitol Waste Services, Inc. multiple deployments. As a military police officer, Maz- zuchelli soon was appointed a special agent. In 2013 she was hired as thes town’ first female veter- ans services officer Price subject to change When she is not working Happy New Year to all our Customers without with a veteran Mazzuchelli is notice a teacher with Hallmark Health We Will be Open on Monday, .51 teaching first aid, CPR. She New Years Eve 8 am - 6 pm $ Per teaches the same privately and Gallon also for the town, most notably & Tuesday, New Years Day 9 am - 6 pm • 1002 Gal. Minimum • 24 Hour Service See our Ad in Sports CALL FOR DAILY LOW PRICE Veterans Services Officer Rose Trifoni Mazzuchelli. See WOMAN OF YEAR Page 3 www.winthropmktplace.com • 35 Revere St. Winthrop

YES VIRGINIA THERE IS A SANTA CLAUS In 1897, Francis P. Church, an editorial writer for the New York There would be no child-like faith then, no poetry, no romance to Sun, received this letter from a little girl, and wrote the now- make tolerable this existence. We should have no enjoyment, famous reply. It remains appropriate for this holiday season except in sense and sight. The eternal life with which the child- 107 years later. hood fills the world would be extinguished. Century 21 Mario Dear Editor, Not believe in Santa Claus! You might as well not believe in Century 21 Mario e I am 8 years old. Some of my little friends say there is no Santa fairies! You might get your papa to hire men to watch in all the (617)569-6044 (877)765-3221 Claus. Papa says, “If your see it in The Sun, it’s so.” Please tell chimney on Christmas Eve to catch Santa Claus, but even if they me the truth. Is there a Santa Claus? Virginia O’Hanlon 115 West did not see Santa Clause coming down, what would that prove. Wisheswishes ourOur clientsClients & & 95th St. New York, N.Y. Nobody sees Santa Claus, but that is not a sign that there is no Dear Virginia, Santa Claus. The most real things in the world are those that neither children Mario Real Estate Your Little Friends are wrong, They have been affected by the friends a very nor men can see. Did you ever see fairies dancing on the lawn? Friends a Very Happy skepticism of a skeptical age. They do not believe except what Of course not, but that is not proof that they are not there. they see. They think that nothing can be which is not comprehen- sible by their little minds. Nobody can conceive or imagine all the wonders there are THINKING OF SELLING YOUR HOME? unseen and unseeable in the world. You may tear apart the baby’s and MerryHappy Christmasand All minds, Virginia, whether they be men’s or children’s are little. rattle and see what makes the noise inside, but there is a veil cov- In this great universe of ours, man is a mere insect, an ant, in his ering the unseen world which not the strongest man, nor even the Call us TODAY for a free confidential intellect, as compared with the boundless world about him, as united strength of all the strongest men that ever lived could tear measured by the intelligence capable of grasping the whole truth apart. Merryand Prosperous Christmas andand and knowledge. Only faith, fancy, poetry, love, romance, can push aside the cur- market analysis! Yes, Virginia, There is a Santa Claus. tain and view and picture supernatural beauty and glory beyond. He exists as certainly as love and generosity and devotion exist, Is it all real? Ah, Virginia, in all this world there is nothing else We will also help you to get pre-approved to buy your new home! Properous New Year and you know that they abound and give your life its highest real and abiding. Healthy New Year beauty and joy. Alas! How dreary would be the world if there No Santa Claus! Thank God! He lives, and he lives forever. A were no Santa Claus. It would be as dreary as if there were no thousand years from now, Virginia, nay, ten times ten thousand Virginias. years from now, he will continue to make glad the heart of childhood. Si Parla Italiano • Se Habla Espanol • Falo Portuguese Page 2 The Winthrop Sun Transcript • Thursday, December 27, 2018 E-mail: [email protected] WINTHROP POLICE BLOTTER

Monday, Dec. 17 is supposed to be home until his boat at the marina which is from the gas company look- this was a SCAM and not to Caller on Almont Street Report of male party in 6 p.m. and they are unable to still in the mooring. The kay- ing for a gas leak in the neigh- give money to anyone. found a brown-and-white dog. lobby of Governors Park. He contact him by phone. If he is ak has been floating around in borhood. This pair was going Caller on Cottage Park No collar. Caller has the dog is sleeping. 93 and 94 spoke there have him call his proba- the harbor. Having the harbor- house to house. Units checked Road states her handicapped at home. ACO believes the with male party who fell tion officer or a warrant will master to respond to the boat the area and spoke to people, parking spot is getting blocked dog came from Summit Ave- asleep waiting for his friend. be issued. Officer spoke to the that is attached to the moor- but could not locate the vehi- by an oil truck. Officer in the nue so he will be heading in He will be on his way. male party and he will be con- ing. Harbormaster checked cle or male parties in question area is stating there there is that direction to possibly find Caller at Bellevue and tacting his probation officer. boat and no one on board. at this time. They will contin- nothing showing. its home. Animal was brought Johnson Avenue, stated she Report of two parties stuck Spoke with the caller. The ue to check the area but are A male party came into back to its owner on Summit was walking her dog and wit- in an elevator at Kennedy kayak was originally drifting clear for calls if needed. the station to report that he Avenue. nessed a motor vehicle hit an- Road. Parties were able to get near Belle Isle but ended up at Caller on Shirley Street received a phone call from a At approximately 6 p.m. other vehicle. out through the basement lev- the marina unattended. Miss- states that her husband is person stating that his grand- Friday, Winthrop Police re- Caller on Sea Foam Avenue el. Fire was on the scene. ing party was fond on the edge bipolar and left the house son had been arrested down sponded to CVS, 3 Woodside stated that trucks are blocking Party came into the station of Bayswater in East Boston. stating Q5 statements. He the Cape and he needed Ave., for a report of a pedes- the sidewalks making it diffi- to report that a third unau- He was looking for his kayak. usually hangs near the Win- $5,000 to post the bond. The trian that was struck by a mo- thorized party has been using throp Yacht Club. Caller then caller said that he wanted him cult to walk. Officer had one Shirley Street resident re- tor vehicle in the parking lot. truck move off the sidewalk. her EZ pass account with her ports that an unknown party called back to say that her to purchase five $1,000 Home Upon arrival, officers came Officer went to Tewksbury credit card information. had left a CD labeled “Christ- husband had returned back to Depot gift cards. The report- upon a 61-year-old Winthrop Street to see if party is there Party on Quincy Avenue mas Music” in their mailbox the house. Police are on the ing party was advised that man who had suffered a seri- and have him contact a State came to the station to report and when they attempted to scene requesting medical aid. this was a SCAM and not to Police trooper. Officer spoke a larceny from his residence. play the CD, it appeared to 35-year-old male transported get any gift cars for the calling ous leg injury and was lying with party’s mother and she The larceny is believed to contain a computer virus that to the Whidden Hospital vol- party. on the ground next to a white, told officer he no longer lives have taken place on Dec. 1 disabled their computer and untarily. Report of a male searching 15-passenger van. there and believes he is living during a move from his old may have compromised their through cars pulling door han- Officers immediately -ren out of his vehicle. He does not apartment to his new apart- personal data. Thursday, Dec. 20 dles. Units searched the area dered aid to the victim. Offi- answer calls from her or his ment. His wife’s engagement Walk-in to the station to re- Trespass tow by Todisco of Main Street on both sides of cers tended to the man until friends. Officer left a piece of ring was taken from a jewel- port that individual has gotten Towing from Governors Park. the bridge and nothing show- Winthrop Fire personnel and paper with the Trooper’s in- ry box. The reporting party two notes left on her vehicle Caller on Wadsworth Street ing matching the description emergency medical techni- formation just in case she is suspects that the movers who in the past three months. Her state there is a dead possum in of the male or the vehicle. cians from Action Ambulance able to get in touch with him. were alone in the apartment vehicle is parked legally. The the street. DPW notified. Caller is a truck driver’s arrived on scene. Caller states he was driving for five to 10 minutes stole the notes have been left anony- Assisted Delta 6 and med- box and states that his driver The man was taken by by and did not get the plate ring. mously. ical with student who has an went down Marshall Street ambulance to Massachusetts but this vehicle is parked way Caller on Crest Avenue Caller on Woodside Avenue injured shoulder on Main because of the Main Street General Hospital with inju- too close to the street. Call- states an erratic driver parked states he had two suspicious Street. An 18-year-old voca- block and he is now stuck ries that are not believed to be er states it is right before the in front of the liquor store. male customers using fake tional student injured from on the street unable to make life-threatening. playground at the end of Cut- Caller states she is worried he identities. Will be investigat- working outside. Transferred any turns. Detail officer -go The preliminary investi- ler Street. Vehicle is legally is possible intoxicated. Unit ing situation more. Cleared to BMC. ing to assist. Units will assist gation indicates that the man parked. checked the area but nothing with report to follow. Caller from Pauline Street in moving a few parked cars was accidentally struck by his Citation issued for cross- showing. Coral Avenue resident states a vehicle is parked over so the truck can get through. own vehicle upon exiting the walk violation to subject at Tow driver reports a tres- came into the tasting to re- the limit in front of his store. Vehicles were moved and the van. The cause of the incident Putnam and Jefferson Street. pass tow from Governors Park port that he suspects a former Vehicle is in the 1 hour lim- truck was on its way. remains under investigation. for being in the fire lane. roommate may have stolen it spot. Officer will go back 93 off with parked motor No further information is Tuesday, Dec. 18 Tow driver reports a towing clothes and other items from in an hour to check if it still vehicle at Hannaford Park. being released at this time. Caller on Summit Ave- of a motor vehicle from Gov- another roommate and he be- there. When officer went back Units advised to take their ac- nue states that the apartment ernors Park for an expired in- lieves those items are at a stor- the vehicle had moved. tivities elsewhere. Saturday, Dec. 22 above her is making a lot of spection sticker. age unit in Everett. It was ex- Party from Veterans Road Party came to the station At approximately 10 a.m. noise. Units clear, no noise Another tow from Gover- plained to the reporter that the says a male party who has to report that he lost his black on Department of Recreation coming from the apartment nors Park for motor vehicle roommate alleging that her caused problems in the past at wallet somewhere between and Conservation property, and no way to get in contact repo. items were missing will have said address broke the handle JWs and the police depart- two dogs came in contact with with the party inside. to be the one to filing a report off to the apartment building ment. He is unable to get a metal panel on the ground 911 hang up on Sargent Wednesday, Dec. 19 and further, that we would be door and it is preventing them home. Party is confined to a used to cover electrical wires Street. Accidental by son. Motor vehicle blocked a unable to obtain a warrant to from getting inside. Two par- wheelchair. Winthrop Taxi and components and were Units checked the home and driveway at Shirley and Ne- search the storage unit with- ties were interviewed on the contacted but was unable to electrocuted. everything checks out. vada Street. Owner of the out facts establishing probable matter and the officer will be assist. Party was provided Party at Shirley Street and vehicle came by and moved cause not a mere suspicion. going to talk with the indi- with $7 so he could take the The two dog owners called Trident Avenue states there is the vehicle. Party was spoken Caller will be at the corner vidual who was suspected of bus. Winthrop Police. The Win- a large pickup truck parked on to about parking in front of of Cutler and Shirley Streets. breaking the door handle. throp Animal Control Officer the sidewalk and parked past driveways and issued a ticket. States he had an expensive Female party called the po- Friday, Dec. 21 arrived on scene across from a no parking sign. Unit clear, Unit is working not he remov- lock on the street sign on the lice station to report that she Caller is a taxi driver and 33 Shore Drive, and checked made contact with the party al of a green scooter/motorcy- cross street and it now gone. received a call from the IRS stated he just dropped off a on the dogs. Both of them and he was informed not to cle with no plates chained to Would like to speak to an stating she owed money and male party on Myrtle Avenue were ok and were not trans- park his vehicle there. the street sign. G&J has the officer. Caller had a scooter needed to withdraw money and the male party did not pay ported and went home with Probation Officer out of scooter. Scooter was chained locked up on a public street from the bank. The party on his fare. He just walked into their owners. Cambridge stated she would to a stop sign o the corner of sign. Police towed it to G&J the other end of the phone his house. Unit stated the fare State Police were notified like a unit to go by Governors Shirley and Nevada streets. this morning. Caller was giv- stated that if she did not get was settled. and took over the scene. They Park and check out individual. Call by an individual on en this information. the money a sheriff would 93 requests vehicle on Cir- are investigating the cause. He is on a GPA bracelet and Pleasant Street who saw kay- Party on Beach Street and come to her house in 25 min- cuit Road be added to the 72- One of the dogs was a German curfew, and they are unable ak floating in the ocean. The Shore Drive states there were utes and take her into custody. hour list. Multiple parking Shepherd and the other was a to track him at this time. He owner of the kayak lives on two males stating they were The caller was advised that violations on the vehicle. Boxer.

Income tax rate to drop to 5.05 percent on Jan. 1 Man of Year // CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 Staff Report their hard-earned money.” each tax year in which certain DOR’s certification of the A state law enacted in 2002 inflation-adjusted baseline most recent revenue measure, time just listening to people Board of Selectmen when The Massachusetts Depart- provides the statutory mecha- revenue growth requirements all five tests in 2018 have now “Listen, it’s very import- the contract was signed with ment of Revenue confirmed nism to lower the Part B indi- are met, the income tax rate been met. ant,” Vecchia said, even if it Time-Warner in the mid- last week that the required vidual income tax rate, based will be reduced by increments The rate reduction was means letting someone at a 1980s. Since then he has made revenue metrics have been on certain revenue milestones. of 0.05 percentage points until last triggered on Jan. 1, council meeting speak longer time for his show “Communi- met to ensure the state’s Part The legislation replaced a tax the rate reaches 5 percent. 2016, when it dropped from than three minutes. “I think ty Forum with Ron Vecchia” B income tax rate will drop on rate reduction schedule that Part B income includes 5.15-percent to 5.10-percent. there has been a craving for showcasing clubs and orga- Jan. 1, 2019 from the current had passed by ballot initiative wages, salary, and many oth- Previous reductions included: that ever since we lost the nizations in town or talking 5.10 percent to 5.05 percent. in November 2000. er forms of income, includ- •Jan. 1, 2012 (rate reduced Town Meeting. Because peo- about the hot issues. Now he “A strong economy and “I was pleased to receive ing self-employment income; from 5.3-percent to 5.25-per- ple felt at Town Meeting they also has a show called “Me careful management of the confirmation from the- De business, professional and cent) could go on and on and on.” and the Manager” where he Commonwealth’s finances partment of Revenue that the farm income; S corporation •Jan. 1, 2014 (rate reduced Coming off his first full invites the town manager on have created the conditions revenue trigger had been met. distributions; and rental in- from 5.25-percent to 5.2-per- year as Council President, the show to talk about Win- for Massachusetts taxpay- This reflects steady revenue come from personal property. cent) Vecchia is no stranger to serv- throp. ers to get a much-deserved growth and a nice break for The rate associated with Part •Jan. 1, 2015 (rate reduced ing the community. He is a Ron and his wife Linda break,” said Gov. Charlie taxpayers,” said Administra- B income is also applied to from 5.2-percent to 5.15-per- former three-time member of have four daughters, and sev- Baker. “We are pleased that tion and Finance Secretary several other income catego- cent) the Board of Selectmen (be- en grandchildren with one on next year we will see taxpay- Michael J. Heffernan. ries, including interest and The state budget for Fiscal fore the Charter change more the way. He is a Vietnam vet- ers be able to keep more of The law provides that for dividends and most long-term 2019 accounted for the in- than a decade ago.) He has eran Air Force military police, capital gains. come tax rate change, which also been a member of the serving from 1965-1969 and There are five revenue tests is projected to reduce tax rev- Conservation Commission during the Tet Offensive. WINTHROP MARKETPLACE that determine whether a rate enue by approximately $84 Vecchia, 71, has also been In his earlier career, Vec- reduction is required, begin- million in Fiscal Year 2019 a dedicated member of WCAT chia worked for Raytheon and ning with growth in revenue and approximately $175 mil- cable television for over 30 General Electric. BEEFY PIZZA ROLL-UP over the previous fiscal year, lion in Fiscal Year 2020. years. In fact he was on the and including a series of four If revenues in 2019 are suf- Ingredients: additional growth measures. ficient to trigger a further rate • 1 pound ground beef cheese If any one of the incremental reduction, the Part B income • 1/2 cup chopped onion • 1 tablespoon olive oil, or as needed • 1 pound prepared pizza dough • 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese, tests is not met, the rate reduc- tax rate will drop to 5-percent CALL • 12 slices pepperoni, thinly sliced or to taste tion does not proceed. With for the 2020 tax year. • 1/2 (8 ounce) package shredded Ched- • 1/4 teaspoon sea salt, or to taste dar cheese • 1 (8 ounce) can pizza sauce, or as GEORGE • 1 (4 ounce) ball shredded mozzarella needed Directions: 1. Heat a skillet over medium-high heat. Cook and stir beef BARKER until browned and crumbly, 5 to 7 minutes. Add onion; cook GERRY D’AMBROSIO Sales • All Service • Leases until translucent, about 3 minutes more. (Drain and discard grease.) ATTORNEY AT LAW Good Brothers Dodge 2. Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). 3. Roll out dough onto a baking sheet. Layer pepperoni, beef 577 Columbian St., S. Weymouth mixture, Cheddar cheese, and mozzarella cheese in the center IS YOUR ESTATE IN ORDER? of the dough. Roll up and seal all ends. Brush with olive oil; DO YOU HAVE AN UPDATED WILL, HEALTH CARE 781-331-8300 sprinkle with Parmesan cheese and sea salt. PROXY, OR POWER OF ATTORNEY? 4. Bake in the preheated oven until golden brown, 20 to 25 minutes. 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North Shore Music Theatre honors David Coffee & Cheryl McMahon Woman of Year // CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 in celebration of their 25th productions of ‘A Christmas Carol’ for the coaches in the Parks children, four of her own and and Recreation Department. two that she took in – she’s She also used to be in the ca- actually had a lot of young On Sunday, Dec. 9, Bill show’s creator, Jon Kimbell, she’s looking down on us this Wilkins, Ensemble), and tering business but gave it up people find their way to her Hanney’s North Shore Music NSMT’s Producing Artistic evening with joy and pride.” Janelle Yull (Ensemble). this year. Over at St. John’s you house, friends or acquaintanc- Theatre (NSMT) honored two Director and Director/Chore- Based on the Charles Dick- The cast of 27 actors also will find her teaching in the es, all needing the extra sup- cast members, David Coffee ographer of the show, Kev- ens classic, “A Christmas Car- feature many local young Genesis program, religious ed- port that Mazzuchelli has to (Ebenezer Scrooge) and Cher- in P. Hill, NSMT Staff, Cast ol” is an original adaptation by performers including Isabel- ucation for special needs. give. Some stay for months, yl McMahon (Mrs. Dilber), members, former trustees and former NSMT Artistic Direc- la Carroll (Belinda Cratchit), “It is so rewarding,” Maz- others years. both celebrating their 25th ap- patrons. tor Jon Kimbell and members Jake Ryan Flynn (London zuchelli said. “We have kids “My house was always the pearance in the holiday show, “Both David and Cheryl of the NSMT staff, following Boy), Jospeh Flynn (London who are non-verbal and by the house kids came to, because “A Christmas Carol.” were incredibly moved lis- Ebenezer Scrooge through a Boy), Asher Navisky (Peter end of the year they are saying I would cook, I never knew Following the 2 p.m mati- tening to the impact their por- series of strange and magical Cratchit), Grace Olah (Fan), simple prayers.” how many people were going nee performance on Sunday, trayals of these iconic figures ghostly encounters, where he Cam Perrin (Ensemble), AJ She also runs a food bank, to be at my dinner table every Dec. 9, citations were pre- have left on our community. ultimately discovers the true Scott (Tiny Tim), and Nicole shuttles her mom to appoint- night,” she said. sented on stage to both recip- We surprised both David and spirit of the holiday season. Talbot (Martha Cratchit), and ments, she’s on the executive She is a traditional Italian ients by State Representative, Cheryl, as well as Bill Han- With dazzling special effects Wade Gleeson Turner (Boy board veterans services offi- cook. “I always had an extra Jerry Parisella and; on behalf ney with official A Christmas that have grown even more Scrooge). cers association, she also trav- few pounds of pasta so there of Senator, Joan Lovely’s of- Carol bathrobes and present- exciting over time, traditional The creative team for “A els for public speaking events was enough. That’s how my fice, by Chief of Staff Johan- ed David and Cheryl with and original songs, and color- Christmas Carol” includes in other communities, and house was growing up too,” na Wakelin and Director of beautiful crystal sculptures ful costumes, “A Christmas Kevin P. Hill (Director and recently had an opportunity she said. Constituent Services, Hannah with customized holograms Carol” has become a holiday Choreographer), Milton to speak in front of a physi- “My house was like that Mori. Following the perfor- of their characters,” said NS- favorite throughout New En- Granger (Music Direction), cians group about the role of growing up,” she said about mance, nearly one hundred MT’s General Manager, Kar- gland having been seen by Howard C. Jones (Original a VSO. She also mentors up- her home near St. Anthony’s. guests gathered at NSMT’s en Nascembeni. more than one million people Scenic Design), Kelly Bak- coming VSOs. “We always had food, and Backstage Bistro for a cele- Jon Kimbell said, “Hiring since 1989. er (Costume Coordinator The Italian culture that runs anybody could come over to bratory dinner in honor of the David Coffee was the smart- NSMT audience favor- and additional Costume De- through her runs through her the house. We were always a recipients. est move of my entire career.” ite, David Coffee, returns for sign), Jack Mehler (Lighting family too. Her daughter Lau- warm family.” “This year’s production of Director/Choreographer, Kev- his twenty-fifth year playing Design), Leon Rothenberg ren helps with the Veterans She lived around a lot of ‘A Christmas Carol’ is even in P. Hill said, “I can’t imag- Ebenezer Scrooge. “A Christ- (Sound Design), Natalie A. Food Bank and her 21-year- family, uncles, grandparents more festive than ever before. ine doing this show without mas Carol” also features Leigh Lynch (Production Stage old son Paulie helps in the saying, “You could never This year we are celebrating David, or, Cheryl, and I hope Barrett (The Ghost of Christ- Manager), Dakotah Wiley office. have a secret in an Italian fam- two beloved cast members, I never have to.” mas Past, Mrs. Cratchit), Horan (Assistant Stage Man- Mazzuchelli, 57, is married ily, everybody would know in David Coffee and Cheryl Mc- In their thank you speech- Peter S. Adams (The Ghost ager), and Robert L. Rucinski to David. She is mother to six three minutes,” she said. Mahon, who are both marking es, Cheryl McMahon closed of Christmas Present, Gen- (Assistant Music Director). their twenty-fifth appearance by saying, “I want to make it tleman 1), Ryan Mardesich Flying effects are provided in the show,” said NSMT’s clear that this is not a retire- (The Ghost of Christmas Yet by ZFX, Inc. A CHRISTMAS owner and producer Bill Han- ment party. David, I’m in for To Come, Young Scrooge), CAROL is produced for North ney. “With each passing year, another 25 years. What about Freddie Kimmel (Jacob Mar- Shore Music Theatre by Bill Racow // CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 we look forward to watching you?” ley), Tommy Labanaris (Nar- Hanney (Owner/Producer), them perform together on David Coffee gave an emo- rator), Russell Garrett (Bob Kevin P. Hill (Producing Ar- Beth Myers of Powers, Jo- two alternates found that Ra- stage. We are never disap- tional speech reflecting on his Cratchit), Cameron Hobbs tistic Director), and Matthew doin, Margolis & Matell in cow had been discriminated pointed with the new ways long history in performing this (Pearlie), Parker Krug (Pearl- Chappell (Associate Produc- Boston has been representing against on account of her sex. they find to make us laugh, role, but, somberly reflect- ie), Joy Clark (Belle), Andy er, Casting Director). Racow and Attorney Jeremy In December 2013 Racow and cry, and fill us with the ing on his Mother’s absence, Tighe (Fred), Cheryl MC- Throughout the run of “A Silverfine, of Perkins, Brody, filed discrimination charges spirit of the holidays!” “This would have meant so Mahon (Mrs. Dilber/ Mrs. Christmas Carol” NSMT is Hardon and Kesten in Bos- with the MCAD alleging sex Sunday night’s post show much to Mother, who, I so Fezziwig), J.T. Turner (Mr. collecting toys in the lobby for ton, has been representing discrimination and retalia- celebration was filled with wish was with us tonight. I Fezziwig/Gentleman 2), Bob- Tiny Tim’s Toy Drive. NSMT the Town of Winthrop in this tion. She withdrew the com- heartfelt stories that had know she is in spirit. My dear by Conte (Old Joe, Ensem- will be accepting unopened, case. plaint in September 2014, guests in tears as we listened friend, Pat Burke is wearing ble), Lianne Gennaco (Meg, unwrapped toys for boys and “At this point we are more yet had complained that the to sentiments shared by Own- her sweater and Cheryl is Ensemble), Allsun O'Malley girls ages 2 – 12. All toys will focused on the punitive award defendant’s response to her er/Producer, Bill Hanney; the wearing her jewelry. I know (Ensemble), Ian Shain (Dick be donated to Toys for Tots. of damages with the original alleged misconduct was more decision” said Town Manager severe than alleged miscon- Austin Faison. duct of male officers. She also Fresh and Local The original decision came claimed that complaints about in March 2018 when Judge working conditions were not Green found in favor of Ra- taken as seriously, and that Food Trends for 2019 cow and awarded damages she was denied special as- just over $2.3 million. signments, training and other By Penny & Ed Cherubino food, highly processed food, After a two-week long jury benefits awarded to less-qual- and products from big agri- trial last winter Justice Kar- ified colleagues. Changes in the way we eat en F. Green decided in favor Racow also claims she was and what we are offered to eat businesses, those may be your of Sgt. Judy Racow, who has passed over for becoming a sometimes happen so slowly only choices in the future. we hardly notice them. 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OUR Opinions HAVE A HAPPY, SAFE -- AND MINDFUL -- NEW YEAR Forum The arrival of a new year marks a time for reflection, as to both the year that has passed and the year that lies ahead. LETTER to the Editor In the words of the poet Alfred Lord Tennyson: THANK YOU from this new expanded struc- dressed? What has been con- rules-bending by any party to Ring out the old, ring in the new, WINTHROP ELKS ture, which gives the newspa- sidered about the increased realize their vision that clouds Ring, happy bells, across the snow: per image a sense of a smaller traffic on our public streets by residents views; from which The year is going, let him go; Dear Editor, complex. This view angle, another 34 cars, as the garage they are have recorded on Ring out the false, ring in the true. I would like to thank the as shown, was also depicted plan shows, in the densest part their drawings will “require Winthrop Elks for organizing from an elevated horizon or of town? It also doesn’t help relief”. But to put it another way, we might ask ourselves, “Where the 39th Annual Elks Holiday viewpoint, which diminish- that that this blocky design Of principal concern, that have we been -- and where are we going?” Party WINARC Holiday Par- es the apparent height of the looks like a Lego structure, or this project might offer is what The latter question asks us to foresee the future, which by ty. This year was their 39th an- complex, and would not accu- something transplanted from benefits the community- en definition is an impossible task. Though we may make our best nual event. Speaking as a guess to predict what may lie ahead -- and to plan accordingly -- rately convey for a pedestrian Revere Beach. This project vironment; or from the Town board member of WINARC a true sense of the project’s will be as high as the roof none of us has a crystal ball. The vicissitudes of life more often and a parent of a special needs Council, what the short and than not throw us curve balls that lay to waste even the best-laid impact. lines, and as bulky as the E.B. long-term advantages might child, I can’t begin to tell you Given my training and Newton School, in the middle of our plans for the year to come. how much Winthrop partici- be for all concerned parties; However, the former question is equally as tricky. Answering practice in architecture and of the Center. other than increased tax rev- pants appreciate the fine work design, and based on my 45 It is also telling in the de- it requires both introspection and understanding, two qualities that they do. This is evidenced enues. I suggest that the pro- that are in short supply in our hurried world. We have barely years of experience in work- veloper’s project plans that posed benefit of increased tax by the smiles on the faces of ing closely and intensively on key critical points - of enough time to do all the things we need to do every day, let our members who were up revenues to the Town is a fi- alone try to figure out the, “Why?” of what we have done. with world-class architects maximum density, maximum dancing to Mojo’s singing, nancial intangible that no one “Mindfulness” became the watchword of 2108. We are ad- to provide design and illus- building height, minimal enjoying the tasty dinner, and really sees on the street every vised to step out of our busy lives for a few minutes each day to trations for a huge variety of yard area or setback, and the day. But a proposed project, allow ourselves to practice “mindfulness” in the quest to bring delighting in the gifts in their projects around this country Town’s parking requirements Christmas bags. that might fatten the Town’s ourselves inner peace and calm. and the world; and having a - are all listed as “Requires budget and provide a better Their event provides a ven- highly developed understand- Relief” from zoning restric- In a previous era, prayer served essentially the same purpose. bottom line, will never offset ue where the WINARC partic- ing of the critical importance tions. Reciting the Rosary or a few Our Fathers, or going to a church the disturbing, unsettling, un- ipants can meet their friends, for points of view in explain- Guidelines from the Plan- to say a novena, was the preferred form of practicing mindful- sightly, over-scaled, and over- ness (though that was not the term for it in those days). socialize, and dance together ing the scale, design features ning Board should not be dense conditions that would But with belief in god and attendance at church in steep de- during the holiday season. It and visual impact of a project changed, altered or amended be created by unfettered con- cline in America in 2018, meditation and mindfulness have be- also gives an opportunity for with such drawings, I suggest just for one project for the struction. come the secular version of religious practice, a drug-free pre- parents, guardians, and group that these images are far from convenience of a developer, scription to bring relief from the anxiety-inducing life we face home workers to get together telling a true or complete sto- and to the disadvantage of the The intended or unintend- every day we wake up. and communicate. The Elks ry of what this project would larger community. How can a ed results of this project are However, one thing we can advise all of our readers is that party is considered a signifi- look like, or what it is really developer come into town and much too large to not consider celebrating the New Year -- especially over what for many of cant event in our calendar of about. The developers have change the rules of the game? more fully. The center should us will be an extra-long weekend -- requires all of us to make activities, and we all look for- dictated this narrow point of Doing so, as this project not be shaped in a way that sure that we do so safely and that we are vigilant regarding the ward to it every year. view in the paper, but have threatens to do (or may have only suits developers, but en- safety of others. We truly recognize the great yet to publicly show town res- done already; who knows?), hanced in deliberate ways to Although most of us these days take precautions to ensure deal of time, effort, and finan- idents what the actual height, will mean that any zoning can become an asset for the entire that we do not operate a motor vehicle while under the influence cial cost it takes to put on this bulk, depth, and aesthetically be changed for any project. community. Winthrop’s town on New Year’s night -- whether by means of having a designat- type of event. The Elks’ com- compatible design would look Hence such a precedent will officials and residents need to ed driver, or using Uber, or staying overnight in a hotel -- there mittee led by Roberta DiPier- like from French Square, or result in developers swarm- be more pro-active as to what still are too many among us who will get behind the wheel of a ro should be proud of the fine Bartlett Road, or from abut- ing all over this town doing they want our town to be. A car after having had too much to drink. work that they do every year, ting neighbors on Somerset what they want, without any development of this scope will The most important thing we can do at an individual level is and I would like to take this Road. The recently available interference or objections. alter Winthrop’s Center for to prevent our friends and loved ones from becoming another opportunity to publicly thank set of drawings at the Town Lawsuits derive from such decades, if not generations to tragic story by taking their keys or offering them a ride home if them. The cooks, the servers, Clerk’s office does show other an unregulated, irresponsible come. Collectively, we have they appear incapable of driving soberly and safely. the Winthrop High School street and aerial views, how- process. to proceed with a full sense of We wish all of our readers a happy, healthy, safe -- and mind- football team volunteers, and ever. The plans on the Town’s Many residents are under- civic commitment from res- ful -- New Year. Mr. and Mrs. Santa all helped web site are not contextual to standably disturbed by this idents and Council alike that to make the event a success. the adjacent properties or to project. Our townsfolk should this project is worth creating The Elks’ WINARC Hol- the larger Center, nor are they have a consensus of what the in this Town and in this place. iday Party truly captures the clear for most people to read Center should look like, how I have reserved confidence essence of the “Christmas or understand. Such a visible, to enhance its visual appeal in the new Town Manager, but Spirit.” The good will and joy high profile and impactful as well as its commercial and remain skeptical of the dimin- that they brought to our group project needs to address nu- social appeal. Successes can ished decision-making of only members and our families merous criteria, and these first be easily found in other towns a six-member Town Council represents to me what Christ- impressions seem very want- that have undertaken compa- that will vote to decide the mas is really about. ing. rable transformations. There fate of the center. Thank you, The other subtle aspect of are plenty of such examples The Town could first and Ralph Tufo this image is the picturing of nearby to emulate. It’s the economically, readily initi- an auto turning in the wrong Town Council, the Manag- ate a celebratory project that OPINION direction from Somerset St. er and the Townspeople, in adds to the distinctive appeal ON CENTER onto a one way street, Cottage some capacity of agreement, or character of the town and Park Road. The very sharp which should dictate how the Center specifically. An DEVELOPMENT presenters of this project, re- we achieve a comfortable, inviting competition or open PROJECT PLAN sponsible for every nickel well-fitted transformation of proposals for a mural on the REVIEW of expense and every detail a sensitive business district. CVS wall, for example, de- of their proposal, excused How dense an area should be, picting the narrow gauge The following remarks their architect’s, engineer’s how tall a project can be ac- Independent were delivered at the Review train, or an ocean scene, or or illustrator’s error on this cording to our current zoning the docked boats that occupy Meeting at the Cultural Cen- traffic direction. From the guidelines; what materials or Newspaper Group ter on Dec 13. The following our yacht clubs. A sculpture current scope of this project, colors can be used, what pub- or some telling project about condensation of opinion are we might infer that the devel- lic amenities - such as street- Mike Eruzione celebrating Send us Your News edited by the writer for this opers and the Town are intent scape, planting, storefronts, the undiminished recognition The Winthrop Sun Transcript encourages residents paper. on altering the Zoning Guide- etc. - will be provided. These to submit birth and engagement announcements, for his Olympic performance, news releases, business briefs, honor rolls, social Dear [Editor], lines for the building heights, are aesthetic issues that are would be quite relevant in this news, sports stories, and photographs for publica- In the front page article of unit numbers, and occupancy implied in, and should com- tion. Items should be forwarded to our offices at 385 sports-minded town. Or a his- Broadway, Citizens Bank Building, Suite 105, last week’s Transcript, two density in the Center, and fur- plement, the design of any toric restoration of Scotty’s Revere, MA 02151-9103. Items can also be faxed to images were shown of an in- ther to allow this development project. Such design qualities 781-485-1403. The Sun Transcript also encourages seminal gas station canopy readers to e-mail news releases to tended housing project atop to accommodate the flow of affect the look and character [email protected]. the old CVS (formerly First even more vehicles into a con- of our Town, and are equally and facade that hearkens back National, formerly Wool- gested area. Or will the street to the 50s. Our cultural coun- ubscription nformation critical elements as is the rent- S I worth’s) store. The current pattern be changed, without able square footage that can cil could help with any such The Winthrop Sun Transcript is published arts project. Arts are what ac- every Thursday by the Revere-based Indepen- brick building, though now public input, to accommodate be squeezed out of a project. dent Newspaper Group. Periodical postage rates boarded-up, was designed and this project? There are also social issues centuate a town and enhance paid at Boston Ma. Subscription rates are $26 its identity, and can make per year in Winthrop, and $50 per year outside scaled to fit the narrow - con The street-side and other of the residency, dependent the city. Postmaster, send change of address fines of the extended -Somer elevations, on all sides of the on the market cost for these Winthrop a most attractive information to Independent Newspaper Group, destination for many visitors. 385 Broadway, Suite 105, Revere, MA 02151. set Avenue, and had provided structure, show the town and units, which will also have a an anchor storefront of good No matter how a developer The Transcript assumes no financial responsibil- its residents the height and long-term impact the town. ity for typographical errors in advertisements, businesses for this tight street- bulk of this oversized project. We should not overlook wants the rules changed, and but will reprint that part of the advertisement in scape. However, the photo of What will be the demand on these issues having to do with wants us to play his way, Win- which the error occurs. Advertisers will please this existing building is taken throp should not be bullied notify the management immediately of any the new, soon-to-be-installed aesthetics, scale, materials, errors that mayD occur.irector USPSy NO. 526-560 from the opposite direction on utilities by the 60, 70, 80 or social uses and integration of into letting this project pro- Woodside Avenue, making it so occupants of this project? any project in the unique set- ceed. This project will stomp Marketing Director appear large by comparison, It seems evident that it imme- ting of our Center; let alone on the center. Bottom line Deb DiGregorio - [email protected] and emphasizes the deteriorat- diately strain the new infra- the necessities and access is- for me, this project is an ugly Assistant Marketing Directors ing condition of the structure. structure’s capacities. What sues of municipal services, foot, and much too big, for Maureen DiBella - [email protected] But above this photo is an about the many inconvenienc- let alone the disruptions to too small and delicate a shoe. Legal Advertising image of the outrageously es of long-term, or even com- existing businesses, abutting I believe the residents, and our Ellen Bertino - [email protected] overly scaled housing scheme pressed construction time, and or nearby residents; let alone Town, deserves better. Ad Design as seen from the north end of eventual property devaluation value impacts to their prop- Sincerely, Kane DiMasso-Scott Somerset Avenue, far away to abutters that remains unad- erty values. And let alone the Frank M. Costantino Editorial Reporters Sue Ellen Woodcock - [email protected] Cary Shuman - [email protected] Seth Daniel - [email protected] The Winthrop Transcript reserves the right to edit letters for space and clarity. We regret that we cannot John Lynds - [email protected] publish unsigned letters. Please include your street and telephone number with your submission. Copy Editing, Layout The Winthrop Transcript publishes columns, viewpoints and letters to the editor as a forum for readers Kane DiMasso-Scott, Scott Yates to express their opinions and to encourage debate. Please note that the opinions expressed are not necessarily Business Accounts Executive those of The Winthrop Transcript. Judy Russi - [email protected] Text or attachments emailed to Printer [email protected] are preferred. Concord Monitor (N.H.) E-mail: [email protected] The Winthrop Sun Transcript • Thursday, December 27, 2018 Page 5 WINTHROP HISTORY WEBSITE: WIHAONLINE.ORG THE MORE WINTHROP Then and Now Things Change ... Winthrop Improvement and Historical Association Items selected from past issues of the Winthrop Sun, The Winthrop By G. David Hubbard • Photos courtesy of Stephen F. Moran Review, The Winthrop Visitor, The Transcript and The Sun-Transcript ARTICLE 859 - NEAR WATERTOWER HILL IN THE 1950s

20 years ago the awards committee. workers to gather up the items Dec. 24, 1998 Frank Sinatra stars in ‘Lady on their lists.” An arbitrator has award- in Cement’ at the Winthrop Tyrone Power and Loret- ed police officers a generous Theatre. ta Young star in ‘Suez’ at the 1 5-3-3 percent pay raise over Winthrop and State Theatres. three years, starting retroac- 60 years ago tively back to July 1, 1997, Dec. 25, 1958 90 years ago through June 30, 2000. She A number of Winthrop res- Dec. 29, 1928 also rejected the selectmen’s idents attended the first Mass It seems each year that proposal for mandatory drug said by Richard Cardinal Winthrop residents are screenings for officers upon Cushing since his return from spreading Christmas cheer suspected drug use. Rome after his elevation to more abundantly by the elabo- The assessors have set a Cardinal last week. Cardinal rate lighting decorations about new tax rate at $14.47, an Cushing said the Mass in the their homes and grounds. Res- increase of just 22 cents over chapel at Logan Airport. idents drive around town with last year, which will mean a Winthrop is mourning the their families to witness the small increase of only $37.40 passing of civic and business spectacle and all agree they for the average home assessed leader Eugene P. Whittier, never have been prettier than at $170,000. That home will who had been an integral part this year. have a new property tax bill of of the town life upon arriving A large crowd of happy $2459.90. here 50 years ago. He had children attended the appear- The body of a Wakefield been associated with the in- ance of Santa Claus at the woman was found at the surance form of Eliot & Whit- Winthrop and Dream Theatres Public Landing at 2:15 Tues- tier, now Eliot, Whittier, and on Christmas morning after day morning, the victim of Hardy, since 1906. He was 78. 2 watching the movie, Hold a self-inflicted gunshot. The Pat Boone stars in ‘Mardi That Lion, Santa delighted a victim reportedly had seri- Gras’ at the Winthrop Theatre. packed house at both theatres. ous health problems and had Clara Bow stars in ‘Three been told she was facing knee, 70 years ago Week Ends’ at the Winthrop back, and heart surgery. Dec. 23, 1948 and Dream Theatres. Santa will ride through the Horace Edwards, Chairman town’s streets stop a fire truck of the Board of Selectmen, 110 years ago courtesy of the Fire Depart- has announced that he will not Dec. 26, 1908 ment on Christmas Eve. be a candidate for re-election ‘Patch Adams,’ ‘Stepmom,’ at the annual town election in A 17-year-old East Boston and ‘Might Joe Young’ are March. youth has been charged with playing at the Revere Show- Eugene P. Whittier, chair- stealing a refrigerator from a case Cinemas. man of the Winthrop Commu- Winthrop resident that was nity Hospital’s debt clearance standing on the resident’s 30 years ago fund committee, has made a back porch. Other local resi- Dec. 28, 1988 special Christmas appeal for dents have been complaining Local officials are express- $814 to put the fund over the lately of break-ins into their An article in 2014 reviewed vision Store in the building the Governor Winthrop Motel ing their disappointment with top. exposed refrigerators. life at Fort Dawes during the where D’Parma Restaurant is and Apartments. The cannon a ruling by the U.S. Depart- Capt. Albert J. “Jerry” Residents are being warned late 1950s as described by today. The large brick build- in the front yard is reported to ment of Transportation that Wyman has been named to that it is a crime to purchase Robert Higgins a young ser- ing further up the street was be identical to those brought has rejected a plan by Mass- the newly-created position federal property from soldiers. viceman who was stationed the Winthrop Beach Casino from Fort Ticonderoga by there at the time. Among the built circa 1912 which initial- port to impose new landing of Deputy Fire Chief by the A Hull man recently was the Revolutionary War Patriots first to be convicted under material he sent me, from his ly had a large Dance Hall on to Dorchester Heights to fight fees at peak hours for small Board of Fire Engineers. Wy- the new law after purchasing home in California, were a the second floor. In 1934 the the British in Boston. Today aircraft. Massport plans to ap- man in effect now is the de some government items from number of photographs he had 12 bowling alleys from the there is a swimming pool in peal the decision. facto chief of the department taken in Winthrop when he New Winthrop Hotel on Stur- the yard. Picture four shows A 30-year-old Winthrop for day-to-day operations. a soldier stationed in that area. was off duty and explored the gis Street, where the All Inclu- the beach along Shirley Street man has been charged with The School Committee area near Water Tower Hill, sive Care for the Elderly Cen- looking north toward Water attacking a 79-year-old school has acceded to the demands 120 years ago which we felt would bring ter is today, were moved into Tower Hill before the tower crossing guard in front of the of local teachers by granting Dec. 30, 1898 back memories to those of us the first floor where they were was painted Red White and Willis School on Hermon St. an immediate $100 pay raise, Local churches observed who were living here then. operated by the brothers Er- Blue. This beach was named Thursday morning. about half of what the teach- the Christmas holiday with Picture one shows the ice nest and Robert Lessard. This “Yirrell Beach” after Fred- ‘Twins,’ ‘Rain Man,’ and ers had been seeking, effec- special services and events. cream store known as Hams at building was razed in 1962 to ‘The Land Before Time’ are tive January 1. The immediate Each of the churches was dec- Delby’s Corner which was the make way for the Crystal Cove erick W. Yirrell who died in playing at the Revere Show- raise comes on top of raises intersection of Shirley Street Apartments that are now there the South China Sea during orated beautifully. and Washington Avenue. This across the street from the old World War II. As you can see, case Cinemas. that will go into effect next The town is mourning the was a favorite hangout for Shirley Street School that has this beach was being enjoyed Sept. 1 for long-time teachers. passing of Walter R. Noble, many of the people who were been converted into the Chase then by many people just as it 40 years ago Chelsea Soldiers Home 16, who died of pneumo- enjoying a day on Winthrop Condominium. . Picture three is today. We appreciate Bob Dec. 27, 1978 Commandant Lawrence F. nia. He had been ill for two beaches. This building is now is of the Governor Winthrop Higgins kindness in sending A 16-year-old East Boston Quigley, well-known among months. an apartment house and Hams Hotel, which still stands at this material to us. If anyone youth and a 17-year-old Re- veterans groups in the town Do not look with disfavor is long gone. Picture two was 600 Shirley St. and is known else that reads these ‘Then and vere youth have been charged and who has owned a sum- at the short skirts being worn taken from the same spot, today as the Inn at Crystal Now’ articles has any old pic- with the kidnaping and rape of mer residence on Pt. Shirley by the ladies these days, as which is now in front of the Cove. It was originally con- tures or historical information a 16-year-old local girl. The for many years, passed away they still have been able to that might be useful in future Hi Tide restaurant, looking structed about 1895 as the Co- girls told police that she was this week after a lengthy ill- keep up their appointments north up Shirley Street where lonial Inn. During the 1940 to articles, please call me at 617- walking along Main St. near ness. He was 55. Quigley had even during the winter season. one can see Myer Brill’s Tele- 1960 period it was known as 846-2901. Pleasant St. at 5:50 p.m. when been the youngest member a light-colored car pulled of the legislature when he 130 years ago alongside her. She then was resigned as State Representa- Dec. 28, 1888 dragged into the vehicle by tive to enlist in the first world Town Meeting members, of one of the defendants. war in 1917 and was elected whom about 150 were pres- The selectmen will hold a to eight terms as the mayor ent, held a long discussion second public hearing on their of Chelsea in the 1920s and about the manner in which plans to submit a preappli- ‘30s before being named the Crest Ave. and the bulkhead cation to HUD for a federal Soldiers Home Commandant. from Crest Avenue to Nep- block grant. Previous grants His youngest son, Andrew, tune Avenue should be rebuilt. 3 have refurbished Massa Play- 22, won election as a Chelsea The wood work alone was es- ground and instituted a hous- State Representative this past timated to cost about $3,000 ing rehabilitation program. fall. with the filling being addi- The new professional Edmund Gwenn, Donald tional to that sum. The mo- building at 57 Putnam St. Crisp, and Janet Leigh star in tion to rebuild the bulkhead opened this week. ‘Hills of Home’ at the Win- was defeated, with members ‘Grease,’ starring John Tra- throp and State Theatres. instead deciding to write our volta and Olivia Newton John, federal legislators to seek help is being held over for a second 80 years ago in having the federal govern- week at the Kincade Theatre. Dec. 24, 1938 The public once again will ment pay for the protection 50 years ago be afforded the opportunity of Winthrop beach. However, Dec. 26, 1968 to see the beautiful Nativity members did approve $500 The selectmen have taken Scene on the rear grounds of for immediate repairs and or- under advisement a petition the Bennison estate at 170- dered that only Winthrop men signed by 500 residents call- 174 Winthrop St. on Christ- be hired to do the work, rather ing for a Special Town Meet- mas Eve and Christmas Day. than having the town’s money 4 ing to vote on the question The holiday window at be sent to Italy. of issuing all-purpose liquor Shirley Hardware, 421 Shir- Police are investigating a licenses to local clubs pursu- ley St., is exceptionally stabbing that took place Sat- ant to a recent bill filed in the well-decorated with Christ- urday morning when two men legislature. mas merchandise, attracting allegedly walked to Winthrop Winthrop’s George “Red” youngsters and adults alike. from East Boston. The two Hill was the presenter of the The store is well-stocked then got into an argument and Bulger Lowe Award, emblem- with games, toys, skis, skates, one drew a knife, stabbing his atic of the top college football sleds, and many things that companion twice in the back player in New England, to will make suitable gifts for and neck. The victim stag- Brian Dowling, the star Yale men, women, and children. gered to a local home. Mr. quarterback, at the recent Dave Groman, the proprietor, P.M. Hayden took the victim awards dinner of the Gridiron says, “This is Santa Claus’ to the city hospital upon see- Club of Boston. Winthrop’s headquarters and there are ing the seriousness of his con- Swede Nelson is a member of only a few days left for all his dition. Page 6 The Winthrop Sun Transcript • Thursday, December 27, 2018 E-mail: [email protected]

Santa pointing someone out in the crowd.

Boudrow // CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 Stephen, are Cambridge driver has become a part of people in this town that any- firefighters today. the family’s tradition and both one can imagine. He loved the “He didn’t just like being his sons spent several Christ- fire department and driving a firefighter…he lived it and mas Eve’s riding in the truck Santa more than anything and Boudrow surrounded by family and friends in front of the family home on Somerset Avenue. always needed to be a part alongside him. I know he’s going to miss it.” of it,” said Stephen Boud- “Growing up, Christmas Boudrow credits the help year successful. The job of row, who recalls wearing his Eve was my family’s favorite of his fellow firefighters and driver comes along with a lot dad’s fire boots when he was holiday because we got to see longtime Christmas Eve of responsibility and Boudrow a young boy. my dad drive Santa around passenger, Captain Richard and his crew have spent sev- Playing the role of Santa’s Winthrop. He’s helped more Schwartz, for making every eral hours prepping the sleigh to make it in prime shape for the annual tradition. This year, before his last spin around town, Boudrow painted the sleigh, rewired the set, added new lighting and updated the speaker system. As of midnight on Christ- mas Eve, Boudrow took off his fire boots for the last time and has plans for a relaxing retirement. After working two full-time jobs for several years, having also owned a heating business, he is wel- coming the change of pace and he will continue to work his part-time job doing main- Firefighter Boudrow with sons Doug and Ste- Boudrow interviewed by Boston News 25 tenance at Kowloon Restau- phen, both Cambridge firefighters. reporter. rant in Saugus. Residents line the streets as Santa goes by.

Boudrow’s family gathers before his arrival to thank him for his over three decades of service to Winthrop and work with Santa Claus.

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WHS SPORTS ROUNDUP

LADY VIKINGS EDGE nine-point margin through the waning seconds of regulation. LYNN ENGLISH, 40-37 second period, taking a 20-11 Winthrop’s Lily Pulsifer was lead at the half. However, the able to get off a half-court The Winthrop High girls visitors came out strong after shot at the buzzer, but the ball basketball team picked up a the intermission, led by its hit the front of the rim. hard-fought victory, edging top scorer, Johnson (19 points The Lady Vikings switched Lynn English, 40-37 in over- on the night), who sank four their defense to a box-and-1 time, last Thursday at the three-pointers and two free to try to keep the ball out of WHS gym. throws in the period, to cut the Johnson’s hands and the strat- The contest started well Winthrop margin to one, 26- egy paid off, with Winthrop for the Lady Vikings, who 25, as the teams prepared for outscoring English 7-4 in the pitched a shutout with intense the final eight minutes of play. OT session. defensive pressure in the first The contest remained a de- Maura Dorr led Winthrop quarter to take a 9-0 at the first fensive struggle in the fourth in the scoring department with buzzer against the visiting quarter, with English eventu- 19 points, including five in Lady Bulldogs. ally knotting the score at 33- OT. Pulsifer hit for 11 points Winthrop maintained its 33 with two free throws in the and Caroline Earl added nine,

DETERMINED DRIVE: Holly Vaccaro (10) drives past Lynn English’s Jessica Ruiz on a baseline move to the basket. including two big free throws but it was Pulsifer who tied Crayton sisters struck for in the final 0.3 of overtime to the game at 43-43 when she 14 and 10 points and Gup- seal the victory. drained a dramatic trey on a ton-Morrison added 13. Two nights earlier, the Lady pass from Earl with 18 sec- Winthrop’s Grace Galuris Vikings endured a heartbreak- onds to go to send the game dislocated her shoulder on an ing 50-48 loss in overtime at into overtime. outlet pass early in the third Lynn Classical. Classical grabbed a quick quarter and was forced to The contest was a close lead to start the OT session, leave the game. battle all the way, with Win- but Winthrop pulled within Coach Rick Pulsifer and throp leading by one after one two, 50-48, led by Carolyn his crew were set to play this period and trailing by three, Kinsella, with 40 seconds on 22-19, at the intermission. the clock. The Lady Vikings afternoon (Thursday) in the The Lady Rams maintained a made a defensive stop and Pope John XXIII Christmas slight edge at the third buzzer, had a chance to send matters Tournament at 1:00 against 35-31, but the Lady Vikings into a second overtime, but a No. Reading and then will switched to a man-to-man de- shot by Dorr, who was draped play tomorrow at either 1 or 3 fense for the final period that by her defender, rolled around p.m. in either the consolation held Classical to just eight the rim and out at the buzzer. or championship game. points in the final eight -min Dorr led Winthrop with 15 The Lady Vikings will trav- utes. points, followed by Earl with el to Somerville next Friday, Earl hit for six points in 12 (six in the fourth period), Jan. 4. the fourth period to lead the Kinsella with nine, and Pul- Winthrop comeback charge, sifer with five. Classical’s See ROUNDUP Page 8 ON HER WAY: Lily Pulsifer (4) dribbles past Lynn English Alana Espinosa on her way to two of her 11 points on the night.

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WINTHROP HOSTS LYNN ENGLISH BULLDAWGS DEC. 20

VIKINGS BRING THE HEAT, WIN IN OVERTIME 40 - 37

Photos by Bob Marra/ buzzer-beater from three- robertmarraphotography.com point land bounced off the rim and it was on to overtime. Winthrop and Lynn En- Lynn English went up 35-33 glish gave their fans an early on an Echevaria shot, but Dorr Christmas present last Thurs- answered with a three-pointer, day as they battled to a 33-33 giving Winthrop a 36-35 lead tie at the end of regulation. that they never surrendered. After overtime, though, it Caroline Earl secured the win was the Vikings with smiles with a pair of free throws that and the feisty Bulldogs with sealed the Vikings’ 40-37 win. coal in their stocking as Win- Dorr and Johnson led all throp came out on top, 40-37, scorers with 19 points each, in a wildly entertaining girls with Dorr scoring five in over- basketball game at Winthrop time. Winthrop’s Lily Pulsifer High School. added 11 points and Echevaria Drama? How about Win- had eight for Lynn English. throp shutting out Lynn En- glish in the first quarter, build- ing a 9-0 lead powered by a  WE GOT IT: Win- pair of three-pointers by Lily throp’s Caroline Earl (14) and Carolyn Kinsel- Pulsifer? That nine-point dif- la team up to secure a ference prevailed as the Vi- rebound. kings held a 20-11 lead at the SURROUNDED: Lynn English Ravyn Rapley (with ball) tries to half, but the Bulldogs came  ARMS RACE: Lynn escape Winthrop’s Lily Pulsifer and Maura Dorr (11). out roaring in the third quar- English’s Jessica Ruiz ter. (23), Winthrop’s Emma To be more accurate, Lynn Turner (5) and Caroline English Mashayla Johnson Earl (14) reach for a came out roaring as she net- rebound. ted four three-point shots and added a pair of free throws to account for all 14 Lynn En- glish points as the Bulldogs narrowed the score to 26-25, Winthrop, after three quarters. A back-and-forth fourth quarter came down to more dramatics. With Winthrop up 33-31 and the clock ticking down, Lynn English’s Maylin Eche- varia was fouled. She stepped to the foul line with 3.9 sec- onds on the clock, and calmly swished her first shot. LOOSE BALL: Winthrop’s Cat Grimes (15) and Lynn English Winthrop called time out, Ravyn Rapley. Echevaria kibitzed with her teammates, then returned to the foul line. Her second shot appeared long, but the ball hit the support, bounced straight up about five feet, and then obliged gravity, falling right through the hoop on its way down to tie the game. Winthrop’s Maura Dorr’s FLOOR GAME: Lynn English Ravyn Rapley and Winthrop’s Caroline Earl (14) tangle on the floor as the struggle for a loose ball.

Roundup // CONTINUED FROM PAGE 7 HAT TRICKS BY ing hard every shift of every 8”; Daniella Zanelli with a present with a 10-1 rout of CARLETON, MARTUCCI game.” 50-yard high hurdles sprint of Peabody this past Saturday Martucci also lauded the 8.5 seconds; Camilla Miranda at Larsen Rink in the opener POWER WHS GIRLS TO performance of Winthrop Llovera in the mile in 5:59; of the Vikings’ Northeastern PYRAMID PILE: Lynn English’s Maylin Echevaria (on floor, 10), 6-3 VICTORY goalie Summer Tallent, who and Kat Thano in the two mile Conference North Division Winthrop’s Emma Turner (5) and Carolyn Kinsella, and referee Senior captain Emma Car- finished the game with 16 with a clocking of 16:35. schedule. Mike Hinojosa form a pyramid shape as they keep their eyes on leton and freshman Mia Mar- saves. “Summer is playing Adding three points to the Dunbar and his crew will a loose ball. tucci both recorded natural hat awesome in net for us,” said Winthrop scoresheet with sec- entertain Falmouth (Maine) tricks to pace the Winthrop the coach. “She is the ultimate ond-place efforts were: Nora today (Thursday) at 6 p.m. as High girls hockey team to a competitor and an exceptional McCarey in the 300 dash in part of a doubleheader with 6-3 victory over Northeastern athlete.” 45.4; Devon Barry in the 600 the WHS girls’ team. Hockey League rival Marble- The double-hat trick by in 3:49; and Mary Teixiera in The Vikings, who now are head last Wednesday evening Lady Vikings Carleton and the two mile in 17:21. 3-1 overall, will return to NEC at Larsen Rink. Martucci offset the hat trick Scoring single points with play Saturday against Lynn at The visiting Lady Magi- by the Lady Magicians’ star, third-place performances Larsen at 1:30 p.m. and will cians seized the initiative ear- Sydney Cresta, were: Emily Creador with trek to Medford Wednesday ly in the opening period, but “This was a was a nice con- a shot put throw of 20’-7”; after the New Year. the Lady Vikings struck back ference win for us,” said Mar- Clare Nargi in the hurdles in with a vengeance, reaching tucci. “Marblehead has one of 8.8; Sonia Dahlquist in the GIRLS JV TEAM the back of the Marblehead the premier players in the state 300 in 1:51.3; Ella McCarey DEFEATS CLASSICAL four times before the sound of in Sydney Cresta. She is the in the 1,000 in 3:50.3; and real deal and is very hard to Brianna Marley with a 6:34 in Coach Ben Cimmino’s the first horn. WHS girls junior varsity bas- Martucci first delivered her stop. So we just tried to slow the mile. her down. Our defense did a The WHS 4x400 relay ketball team played well in its hat trick, with assists going to two contests this past week. Olivia Driscoll, Elle English, great job of keeping her from team came across in a time of taking over the game. She did 4:48.5 to edge their Somer- A 28-21 loss to Lynn Clas- and Abby Stafford, and Car- sical last Tuesday was a close leton potted the first of her have a hat trick, but it was a ville counterparts by 1.1 sec- very quiet one. Bella Perotti, ond. battle all the way, with Win- three goals, to leave matters at throp leading 8-7 after the first 4-1 after the first period. Abby Stafford, Elle English, The final tally showed the Kayla Morrill, Liv Holmes, Lady Vikings falling short by period, but trailing 13-12 at Marblehead scored ear- the half and 21-18 after three ly in the second period, but Abby Holmes, and Brooke the close score of 45-40. Costin did a great job all game On the boys’ side, Cormac periods, before falling by a fi- Carleton scored her second to nal score of 28-21. keep the visitors at bay, 5-2, at long.” MacPhail, Ryan Buccini, and Martucci and his crew, who Pat Haskell were the top per- Sophomores Polina Bell LEADER OF THE PACK: Maura Dorr (11) scored 19 points, includ- the second intermission. and Lily Skomro led Win- The Lady Magicians cut now stand at 3-0 on the sea- formers, taking second place ing five in overtime, to lead the Vikings to a 40-37 overtime win son, host Falmouth (Maine) in their individual events. throp in the scoring depart- against Lynn English Thursday, December 20 at Winthrop High. the lead to 5-3 early in the fi- ment with five points apiece nal period, but Carleton sealed today (Thursday). Face-off is Cormac grabbed second in the set for 3:30 p.m. at Larsen. mile in 5:10, Ryan took sec- and freshman Samantha Gal- the deal for Winthrop with her uris added four. third goal for the 6-3 finale. The Lady Vikings will trav- ond in the 300 dash in 40.9, el to NEC rival Peabody on and Pat did likewise in the 600 In a 38-26 loss to Lynn “Emma scored three beau- English two nights later, the tiful goals,” said WHS head Saturday and will engage in in 1:31. a home-and-home series with Three Vikings took third Lady Vikings fell behind ear- coach Anthony Martucci. ly thanks to a full-court trap “She is a lead-by-example non-league foe Watertown on place in their races: Cam Mar- Monday (at Watertown) and tin (9.2 in the hurdles), Bobby defense by English, leaving type player. She simply flies Winthrop trailing 16-4 at the around and makes plays.” on Wednesday (at Larsen at Hubert (5.7 in the 50 dash), 6:10 p.m.) and Ian Harris (42.3 in the 300 first buzzer. As for the hat trick by Mar- However, the Lady Vikings tucci, her coach said, “Mia is dash). Both the boys and girls flipped the script in the second playing well for us right now. WHS GIRLS, period and were able to beat She worked very hard in the BOYS TRACK teams will meet Saugus next Thursday. the trap of English and apply off-season to be ready, and so their own full court trap to far it has paid off, as she has RACE AGAINST SOMERVILLE draw within 20-16 at the half. nine points in three games.” BOYS HOCKEY However, the Winthrop of- Martucci also praised the The Winthrop High girls TROUNCES fense struggled after the inter- play of other members of his and boys indoor track & mission and trailed 34-19 at front lines. “Other forwards field team competed against PEABODY, HOSTS FALMOUTH (ME) the third buzzer, a deficit the who are really standing out Somerville last Tuesday. junior Lady Vikings were un- are Olivia Driscoll, Julia and Four Lady Vikings cap- TODAY AT LARSEN able to overcome. Freshman Emma Holmes, Syd Migno- tured first place in their indi- MacKenzie Acevedo hit for sa, and Mia Norris. They are AT 6 P.M. vidual events against the Lady double figures with 10 points all going for us, playing a ton The Winthrop High boys Highlanders: Marykate Pote and freshman Samantha Gal- OUT OF BOUNDS: Winthrop’s Emma Turner and Lynn English of minutes, and really work- with a shot put toss of 29’- hockey team gave coach Dale Dunbar an early Christmas uris added five. Mashayla Johnson watch a loose ball bounce out of bounds. E-mail: [email protected] The Winthrop Sun Transcript • Thursday, December 27, 2018 Page 9

Winthrop Senior Center News Smotrich // CONTINUED FROM PAGE 7 December 27 – January 2, 2019 which requires her to leave Nutcracker’ with Boston Bal- ed person, so I try to follow a that Columbia University is Hours: Mon-Thurs:8:30-4pm/Fri:8:30-2:30pm school at 1 p.m. several days a let at the Boston Opera House, quite regimented schedule on one of the top places to study week. In the interview below, and four performances of a day-to-day basis to ensure neuroscience, but I will also Thursday, December 27 the 18-year-old chats with the ‘Next Generation,’ which is that I meet deadlines at school 10:00-11:00am – Options Counseling/Information and Referral Ser- be able to continue dancing vices with Mystic Valley Elder Services (please call the Senior Center to a one-night-only show done and am prepared for my ballet Sun Transcript about educa- and performing at a high cal- make an appointment) tion, ballet and the pay-off of annually at the Boston Op- classes. Thankfully, I can read iber in the Columbia Dance 10:30am – Zumba with Barbara hard work… era House to showcase the and write in the car, so I uti- Collaborative. I find it uncan- 12:00pm – Lunch Pre-Professional Program. lize that time as well. 1:00pm – Bingo How do you manage to This past summer at Chautau- ny how perfect Barnard is for juggle school and your in- qua Institution, I was fortu- What other activities are me and I’m grateful for all of Friday, December 28 tense ballet schedule? nate enough to have been able you involved in? the support I’ve received from 9:30am – Exercise Class I am incredibly thankful to perform in George Bal- I’m a second-year member my family and my teachers 10:00am – Ceramics with Gerry 10:30am – Line Dancing with Cindy that Winthrop High School anchine’s ‘Serenade,’ staged of National Honor Society at school that has led me to 11:30am – Cards and Cribbage (WHS) is willing to accom- by Kennedy Center Honoree (NHS). Unfortunately, since where I am today. 12:00pm – Lunch modate my Pre-Professional Patricia McBride, along with I either leave school early or schedule. In addition to my various other pieces of chore- have to leave for ballet right Who is your role model? Saturday, December 29 year-round training, it is a re- ography. at the final bell, I can’t partici- 10:30am – Zumba with Cindy quirement that I train over the A lot of discipline and bal- pate in any clubs after school, I’ve honestly never thought summer as well. I have attend- ance goes into being a top stu- although I have always wished about this before, but my role Monday, December 31 ed summer intensives which dent and a committed dancer. that I could. model is definitely my mom. 9:30am – Exercise She’s undoubtedly one of the 10:00am – Art Class with Dawn are five weeks of all-day Balancing school and ballet 12:00pm – Lunch dancing, at both Boston Ballet training at this level requires Any plans for college? most hardworking people that 1:00pm – The Senior Center will be closing at 1pm School and Chautauqua Insti- a lot of discipline, so it’s a In the Fall of 2019, I will be I know, balancing both a suc- tution. Chautauqua Institution good thing that I love both so attending Barnard College of cessful career and making sure Tuesday, January 1, 2019 is a gated community in up- much. With having two areas Columbia University to major that my brother and I have ev- The Senior Center will be closed. state New York for various art of my life that I am passion- in neuroscience. The school erything that we need to suc- forms. Their Festival Dance ate about comes sacrifice, but is incredibly special to me; Wednesday, January 2 ceed as well. She has done a Program, which I’ve attended I know that’s not specific to in terms of school and ballet, 9:30am – Exercise Class 10:30am – Yoga with Kathleen ($5) for the past two years, takes just me. Overall, I think that Barnard has my uniquely per- wonderful job of teaching my brother and I the value of hard 10:30am – Tap Dancing with Tracy (at the Methodist Church) 20 girls each year and runs for not often falling victim to pro- fect balance of the two. Not 12:00pm – Lunch seven weeks. crastination is what allows me only is the newly inaugurated work. It is my hope that when 1:00-3:00pm – SHINE Counseling (Appointment Required) I’ve performed in more to stay on top of everything. president a cognitive neuro- I’m older, I will be able to em- 1:15pm – Italian Class with Michael than 50 performances of ‘The I’m naturally a routine-orient- scientist in addition to the fact ulate that. 3:00-3:45pm – Play Chess with the WMS Chess Club

For additional information on our services, activities, programs, or to view our newsletters, lunch menus and more, visit our website: town.winthrop.ma.us/council-aging. Senior Center Holiday Schedule BOOK REVIEW Monday, December 31st: the Senior Center will be closing at 1:00pm "Crashed: How a decade of Tuesday, January 1, 2019: the Senior Center will be closed Hearing and Vision Support: The Low Vision and Financial Crises changed the world" Hearing Impaired support groups will not meet in Janu- ary or February. The next meetings for these two groups By Adam Tooze will be in March 2019. Reviewed By Bernie Kelley Zumba with Barbara: Classes are canceled for the This is an exemplary retro- Germany experienced great During the latest crisis, mil- rest of December and will resume the week of January spective of the financial cri- duress over the prospect of lions of people lost their jobs 7, 2019. sis of 2008 and its aftermath. bailing out Greece. and/or homes in the period Tai Chi and Zumba with Cindy: Tuesday’s Tai Chi Adam Tooze regales us with In addition, the world was from 2008 to 2015. Presi- and Zumba classes will not meet in January or February. a depiction of the horrors that beset by what was viewed dent Obama who inherited were unfurled during and as populist political reme- the mess from the previous Classes will resume on Tuesday, March 19th. after the crisis. the book is dies, in particular the rise of Bush Administration, did his Senior Lunch: If you would like to come for lunch, divided into four parts, each Donald Trump in America best to contain the crisis, but of which attends to different and the Brexit vote in Brit- the enormity of the instability please call the day before by 12:00pm so that your order facets of the 10-year period ain. Tooze attributes most of was such that government in- is counted for the next day. Thank you! following the financial disas- the blame for these maladies tervention by itself could not Play Chess with the Winthrop Middle School Chess ter. to the shaky fiscal situation contain the onslaught from The author does a nice job which arose from the crisis the failing banks. Club: Beginning January 2nd members of the WMS of holding the reader’s inter- of 2008. The author lumps Adam Tooze is a gifted Chess Club will be at the Senior Center on Wednesdays, est. The book is filled with all these phenomena under writer and his book on the from 3-4pm. No previous knowledge of chess is neces- facts and figures pertinent to the financial banner, and I am fiscal disaster is filled with sary. Beginner and experienced players are welcome to the monetary emergency, but not sure they were all inter- minutiae relevant to the du- come and play. If you would like to sign up, or would like Tooze does his best to make related, but he does make an ration of the financial diffi- more information, please call the Senior Center at 617- it accessible to the average blame on liberals and con- intersecting case for it all. culties. I had never heard 846-8538. All equipment will be provided. reader. servatives alike, although I Tooze’s chapter on Trump of Tooze before I read this The crisis originated in the got the feeling that he is/was elaborates on what the author book, but I will pay great Indoor Walking Club: The Indoor Walking Club will United States when Lehman a moderate left-winger. believes to be the rise of a heed to whatever he publish- be starting Monday, November 26th; walkers can use the Brothers collapsed, but to In Europe the difficulties right wing demagogue, but es in the future. Middle/High School Monday-Friday from 4:00-5:00pm quote Tooze: “ To view the he barely mentions the pos- “Crashed” is an excellent involved Ireland, Spain and (when school is in session). If you would like walk, crisis of 2008 as basically an most famously and harmfully itive effect that Trump has read. The reader leaves it American event was tempt- had on the U.S. economy. well informed on the niceties please sign up at the Senior Center. You will also need to Greece, which experienced fill out a CORI form (forms are available at the front desk ing,” but in fact the emergen- economic turmoil after Eu- The crisis of 2008 was of finance. You, the reader of the Senior Center). cy spread all over the world, ropean authorities imposed widely viewed by many to will find it to be an excellent especially to the Eurozone, be the most unstable period book. I recommend it heart- austerity measures due to a Technology & Learning with Betsy: The next learn- which experienced the brunt terrible run on banks. Euro- since the Great Depression, ily. ing session with Betsy Duplin is scheduled for Tuesday, of the crisis around 2010 pean countries, especially which germinated in 1929 Bernie Kelly and 2011. Tooze divides the and lasted beyond the 1930s. January 8th and 22nd from 2:00-3:00pm. Bring your lap- tops, smart phones, or tablets, along with your questions. Learning this new technology can open up a whole new All types of services TORF FUNERAL world for you. SERVICE for all types of people. Pre-need planning with our To place a SHINE Counseling: Volunteer SHINE Counselors price protection guarantee. are here to help you with any health insurance questions Arrangements made at our you may have. If you would like to visit with one of our Some people prefer traditional funeral memoriam in facility or in the comfort of SHINE Counselors, please call the Senior Center (617- your own home services. Others prefer cremation. the Chelsea 846-8538) to schedule an appointment. Some want an elaborate ceremony. 4 generations of the Torf Tradition: Deborah Torf Golden We are looking for a Spanish teacher to teach a Then there are others who don’t Amy Torf Golden Record, please want any ceremony at all. When Hyman J. Torf (1903-2000) weekly, one hour class. A small stipend is available. it comes to funerals, there are M.L. Torf (1867-1940) call 781-485- Please contact the Senior Center at 617-846-8538 if you are interested. as many options as there are (617) 889-2900 0588 people. And we take pride in (800)428-7161 Do you have any unused jewelry hanging around being able to say we offer them all. www.torffuneralservice.com the house? If so, would you consider donating it to the Senior Center? We put jewelry on sale, with all proceeds benefiting the Senior Center. Thank you! IT COSTS NO MORE TO HAVE...... UPCOMING EVENTS AND PROGRAMS Caggiano Thursday, January 3 (11am-1pm): Prescription med- FUNERALHOME MAURICE W. KIRBY ication drop-off. If you have any old/unused medications 147 Winthrop Street • Winthrop, Massachusetts 02152 that you would like to dispose of safely you can bring Telephone: 617-846-8700 Fax: 617-846-8701 www.caggianofuneralhome.com(617) 846-8700 them to the Senior Center between 11am and 1pm on www.CaggianoFuneralHome.com. January 3rd. www.CremationsbyCaggianoFH.com

© adfinity© Tuesday, January 15 (1:00pm): Diabetic Shoe Clinic. Sign up at the front desk. Please bring your Medicare card, as well as any other supplemental insurance cards, and a completed doctor’s order form (forms are available OBITUARIES FUNERAL HOME, INC. at the Senior Center). All obituaries and death notices • COMPARE OUR PRE-ARRANGED FUNERAL PLANS UPCOMING CASINO TRIPS will be at a cost of • SPACIOUS PARKING AREA Casino Trips Cost: $29; sign up at the Senior Center. $100.00 per paper. • SERVING ALL FAITHS Please make checks payable to “Friends of the WCOA”. That includes photo. CALL FOR MORE INFORMATION You must sign up by the Friday before the trip. Please send to (617) 846-0909 January 29th – MGM Springfield (departs Senior Center at 8am). [email protected] 210 WINTHROP ST., WINTHROP February 26th – Foxwoods Casino (departs Senior or call 781-485-0588 WWW.MAURICEKIRBYFH.COM Center at 7am). Page 10 The Winthrop Sun Transcript • Thursday, December 27, 2018 Phone: 617-846-3700 Fax: 781-485-1403

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LEGAL NOTICE answer in this court at court to determine 12/27/18 interests. is disabled, that a • 123 APTS.FOR RENT • 272 GEN’L HELP Three Pemberton Square, that the Respondent W THIS IS A LEGAL NOTICE: protective order WANTED Boston, MA 02108 on is disabled, that a An important court or appointment of or before protective order proceeding that may a Conservator is We need Superstar have openings for day, January 21, 2019 or or appointment of LEGAL NOTICE affect your rights has necessary, and that the Winthrop - Commercial Rental associates and shift evening and weekend COMMONWEALTH OF you will be forever a Conservator is COMMONWEALTH been scheduled. If you proposed conservator is IDEAL FOR MARINE SERVICES supervisors at OHM shifts. Advancement MASSACHUSETTS barred from claiming necessary, and that the OF MASSACHUSETTS do not understand this appropriate. The petition (e.g. small engine repair, upholstery services, sales, storage, etc.) that you are entitled to proposed conservator is notice or other court is on file with this court. Concession Group! opportunities available! LAND COURT THE TRIAL COURT Approx. 1,000 sq. ft., office, overhead door, open DEPARTMENT OF THE the benefits of said Act. appropriate. The petition PROBATE AND papers, please contact an You have the right to Come work in an Required Background work space, and full facilities. Water access TRIAL COURT Witness, GORDON H. is on file with this court. FAMILY COURT attorney for legal advice. object to this proceeding. available. Call for price: 617-212-0037. atmosphere you’ll love check ,Legally 18SM004521 PIPER, Chief Justice of You have the right to NOTICE AND ORDER: Date: December 13, If you wish to do so, you and feel good about the authorized to work in ORDER OF NOTICE: said Court on December object to this proceeding. Petition for 2018. or your attorney must HIGHLAND RENTAL DEPT. product you serve. We the United States,18 Thomas E. Coffey 11, 2018. If you wish to do so, you Appointment of Felix D. Arroyo file a written appearance Attest: Deborah J. or your attorney must Register of Probate at this court on or before Ginny Brown take pride in having a years or older, Contact Kristin M. Coffey Guardian of a and to all persons Patterson file a written appearance Minor 12/27/18 10:00 A.M. on the return Chrissy D'Ambrosio Atiyeh Cassidy fun work environment Jigesh Patel Dunkin Recorder at this court on or before W date of 01/07/2019. View our apts in full color at entitled to the benefit of Docket No. HighlandRE.com with flexible hours to Donuts manager 434- the Servicemembers Civil 18-031843 10:00 A.M. on the return SU18P2320GD This is NOT a hearing Click on Featured Rentals fit most scheduling 774-6907 or email a Relief Act, 50 U.S.C. c. 50 12/27/18 date of 01/17/2019. Suffolk Probate date, but a deadline date needs. Shift start as resume jigesh.patel@ §3901 et seq.: W This is NOT a hearing and Family Court LEGAL NOTICE by which you have to file WINTHROP RENTALS date, but a deadline date the written appearance early as 3:00am and ohmgroup.com Ditech Financial LLC 24 New Chardon St. COMMONWEALTH claiming to have an by which you have to file Boston, MA 02114 OF MASSACHUSETTS if you object to the "The apartments advertised we close 30 minutes interest in a Mortgage LEGAL NOTICE the written appearance In the interests THE TRIAL COURT petition. If you fail to file may no longer be available to rent" after last flight. Must ------covering real property in COMMONWEALTH if you object to the Of Skyla Zappulla PROBATE AND the written appearance 3BR River Rd...... $2,400 A/U be available 7 days a Winthrop, numbered 36 OF MASSACHUSETTS petition. If you fail to file Of Winthrop, MA FAMILY COURT by the return date, week. We are hiring for Class A or B drivers Girdlestone Road, given THE TRIAL COURT the written appearance Minor 24 New Chardon St. action may be taken 1BR Floyd St...... $1,500 htd by the return date, in this matter without the following locations: wanted/plow truck by Thomas E. Coffey PROBATE AND NOTICE TO ALL Boston, MA 02114 3BR Hawthorn Ave ...... $2,200 N/U and Kristin M. Coffey FAMILY COURT action may be taken INTERESTED PARTIES CITATION GIVING further notice to you. Dunkin Donuts, Currito operators wanted: 1BR Beach Rd...... $1,495 Htd to Mortgage Electronic 24 New Chardon St. in this matter without A hearing on a Petition NOTICE OF In addition to filing the 2BR Hawtorne Ave ...... $2,300 N/U Burrito and La Baguette Tri-Axle work, Street Registration Systems, Boston, MA 02114 further notice to you. for Appointment of PETITION FOR written appearance, you In addition to filing the or your attorney must 1BR Beacon St ...... $1,495 htd Marche. We are looking Sweeping work, Snow Inc. acting solely as CITATION GIVING Guardian of a Minor APPOINTMENT OF for energetic individ- Removal and Manage- nominee for Green Tree NOTICE OF written appearance, you filed on 10/10/2018 CONSERVATOR OR file a written affidavit 2BR Tewksbury St ...... $2,000 A/U or your attorney must stating the specific facts uals to cashier, serve, ment. Work in the Servicing LLC, dated April PETITION FOR by Skyla Zappulla of OTHER PROTECTIVE GOVERNORS PARK APPOINTMENT OF file a written affidavit Winthrop, MA will be ORDER PURSUANT and grounds of your prepare food, ensure Greater Boston area, 28, 2015, and recorded 2BR Condos ..... From $1,600 - $1,800 in Suffolk County CONSERVATOR OR stating the specific facts held 01/07/2019 10:30 TO G.L. c. 190B, objection within 30 days Heat/HW a clean workplace and Days Nights Weekends Registry of Deeds in OTHER PROTECTIVE and grounds of your AM Guardianship of § 5-304 & § 5-405 after the return date. REVERE provide outstanding available. Part time Book 54472, Page 192, ORDER PURSUANT objection within 30 days Minor Hearing. Located Docket No. IMPORTANT NOTICE 1BR Beachmont, modern ...... $1,800 N/U customer service. We Positions wanted with and now held by the TO G.L. c. 190B, after the return date. at 24 New Chardon SU18P2300PM The outcome of this IMPORTANT NOTICE proceeding may limit some full time avail- Plaintiff by assignment, § 5-304 & § 5-405 Street 3rd Floor, Boston, In the matter of: 617-846-8000 Docket No. The outcome of this MA 02114. Skyla Zappulla or completely take The Rental Group/ ability depending on has/have filed with A Division Of Highland Real Estate this court a complaint SU18P2281PM proceeding may limit You may respond by Of: Winthrop, away the above-named 75 Crest Avenue FURNISHED candidates needs. Must or completely take person’s right to make Winthrop, MA 02152 for determination of In the matter of: filing a written response MA ROOM FOR Have CDL License for at Defendant’s/Defendants’ Linda Dellaria away the above-named to the Petition or by To the named decisions about personal REVERE - Avail Dec 1, no pets, no smoking, RENT least 10 years; however Servicemembers status. Of: Winthrop, person’s right to make appearing in person Respondent and all other affairs or financial decisions about personal affairs or both. The newly renovated, 1st fl $2500 no util, security/ we are willing to train If you now are, or MA at the hearing. If you interested persons, a REVERE - Beachmont To the named affairs or financial choose to file a written petition has been filed above-named person 2BR, steps to MBTA, ma- refs required. 617-888- in the unique aspects of recently have been, in Furnished room in quiet the active military service Respondent and all affairs or both. The response, you need to: by Skyla Zappulla of has the right to ask for jor routes, yard, small 2717 our job and work duties. neighborhood. 5 min of the United States of other interested persons, above-named person File the original with the Winthrop, MA in the a lawyer. Anyone may pet OK, no smoking, off 12/5 Come be part of a great a petition has been has the right to ask for Court; and above captioned matter make this request on walk to bus, 8 minute America, then you may st. pkg., laundry in unit, team with great work be entitled to the benefits filed by East Boston a lawyer. Anyone may Mail a copy to all alleging that Skyla behalf of the above- walk to T. Pets-No, make this request on named person. If the $1900 incl heat/hw. • 137 in and around Boston. of the Servicemembers Neighborhood Health of interested parties at least Zappulla is in need of Smoking - no. East Boston, MA in the behalf of the above- five (5) business days a Conservator or other above-named person 1st, last, sec and refs. 617-840-8478 Civil Relief Act. If you OFFICE/ $750. Now showing. object to a foreclosure above captioned matter named person. If the before the hearing. protective order and cannot afford a lawyer, Req’d. 781-286-0959 ------COMM’L Available Jan 1, 2019 NEED TO SELL Your of the above mentioned alleging that Linda above-named person The minor (or an requesting that Jessica one may be appointed at 11/28 Dellaria is in need of cannot afford a lawyer, adult on behalf of the Zappulla of Winthrop, State expense. RENTALS 781-485—8868 House? Call to reach over property on that basis, ------then you or your a Conservator or other one may be appointed at minor) has the right to MA (or some other WITNESS, Hon. Brian J. WINTHROP Available 50,000 readers. Call attorney must file a protective order and State expense. request that counsel be suitable person) be Dunn, First Justice of this 12/1- 1st Flr. Apt. for COMMERCIAL RENTAL BUILDING 781-485-0588 or fax written appearance and requesting that (or some WITNESS, Hon. Brian J. appointed for the minor. appointed as Conservator Court. rent in 2 family home Ideal for marine services the ad to 781-485-1403 other suitable person) be Dunn, First Justice of this A minor over age 14 has to serve Without Surety Date: December 13, FOR SALE Court. 2018 on Almont St. (e.g. small engine re- appointed as Conservator the right to be present on the bond. to serve Without Surety Date: December 06, at any hearing, unless The petition asks the Felix D. Arroyo, pair, upholstery services, Newly Renovated, REVERE THINK OF IT AS on the bond. 2018 the Court finds that it is court to determine Register of Probate Laundry in unit, HW Flr. sales, storage, etc.) Great Location AN OWNER’S MANUAL The petition asks the Felix D. Arroyo, not in the minor’s best that the Respondent 12/27/18 Approx. 1,000 sq. ft., Register of Probate W Stainless Kitchen 2 Store Fronts 1 4BR FOR YOUR MONEY. Off St. Parking $2100. office, overhead door, Apt. 5 open Pkg. spots No Util Call Anthony open work space.Call for $950.000 617 799 9509 price: 617-212-0037. 617 785 7027 11/28 ------REVERE: Off Broad- SELLING YOUR AUTO? Real Estate Transfers EAST BOSTON - Wood way. Professional Call for our 4 week BUYER 1 SELLER 1 ADDRESS PRICE Island, 3/4 BR, full size office space. On public special! Call 781-485- Ciko, Endrit USA HUD 53 Beal St $363,984 0588 or fax the ad to washer/dryer in unit, transportation. Call for The free Consumer Action Handbook. It’s in print and online 781-485-1403 at ConsumerAction.gov. For your free copy, order online at Cynthia Anne Alba Esq T Leon, Genaro 400 Governors Dr #30 $279,000 details. 978-590-8810 ConsumerAction.gov; write to Handbook, Pueblo, CO 81009; or ------call toll-free 1 (888) 8 PUEBLO. Shoreline Realty Group Springer Anne T Est 17-19 Ocean Ave $440,000 Hilal, Rhita Datta, Sadhan 290 River Rd $385,000 FHAP AGENCIES &OTHER STATE/ Gorman, Michelle K Watters, August B 3 Seal Harbor Rd #133 $372,000       LOCAL REFERRAL AGENCIES Malcus, Taylor A Nathan FT LLC 329 Winthrop St $467,000              All real estate advertising in this  TO PLACE YOUR AD 781-485-0588 newspaper is subject to the Federal        Fair Housing Act of 1968, which    makes it illegal to advertise any 

preference, limitation or discrimi-     nation based on race, color, reli-         gion, sex, handicap, familial status    (number of children and or preg-  nancy), national origin, ancestry,         age, marital status, or any inten-    tion to make any such preference, 

limitation or discrimination.     This newspaper will not knowingly         accept any advertising for real  estate that is in violation of the Shopping break.       law. Our readers are hereby      A perfect moment to talk about alcohol. informed that all dwellings adver-     tising in this newspaper are avail-     An alarming number of pre-teens are drinking alcohol – able on an equal opportunity      which makes it urgent to find every opportunity to talk to basis. To complain about discrimi-    your kids about the dangers of underage drinking. For tips nation call The Department of  on how – and when – to begin the conversation, visit: Housing and Urban Development       www.underagedrinking.samhsa.gov    “ HUD” toll-free at 1-800-669-    9777. For the N.E. area, call HUD  at 617-565-5308. The toll free       number for the hearing impaired          is 1-800-927-9275. 

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By Sheila Barth ing where the next highlighted barbershop scene occurs. An We all do it. While getting illuminated circular mobile, BOX OFFICE our hair cut or styled at the bearing a blue-outlined Afri- barber shop or salon, we en- ca, slowly swirls above, while One-act, 110-minute play, written by Inua Ellams, co-produced gage in small talk with our the 12 men chant a cappella, by The Fuel, National Theatre, and West Yorkshire Playhouse, hairdresser/barber. We even dancing tribally, at times in a appearing at American Repertory Theater (A.R.T.) through Jan. 5, discuss lofty topics, solving circle, their arms interlocked. 2019, on its US premiere tour, Loeb Drama Center, 64 Brattle St., the world’s problems. Kudos, Music Director Mi- Cambridge: Dec. 26-29, 31, Jan. 2-5, at 7:30 p.m.; Dec. 27, 29-31, Sometimes, we lean over a chael Henry and Movement Jan.5, 2 p.m. Tickets start at $25, subscriber, member, groups, bit, to eavesdrop on what the Director Aline David. student, senior, Blue Star families EBT cardholders and other person in the chair nearby is Deftly directed by Bijan discounts. americanrepertorytheater.org, 617-547-8300. revealing. Sheibani, several of the dy- Strangely enough, we namic dozen actors - May- openly talk about family and nard Eziashi, Alhaji Fofana, Everybody loves to tell friends’ secrets, our feelings, Solomon Israel, Mohammed him. “In my day, young peo- PHOTO COURTESY OF RYAN HARTFORD stories, too, especially a man likes and dislikes, political Mansaray, Patrice Naiamba- ple never talked to their elders Ekow Quartey and Kenneth Omole in Barber Shop Chronicles. who’s out of work, claiming and personal problems to a na, Anthony Ofoegbu, Ken- like that. They treated them he’s happily married, but has stranger. You never know neth Omole, Ekow Quartey, with respect! The world is dif- a white mistress and a beauti- what truths, boasting, or bra- he says. rican diaspora, the accursed Jo Servi, David Webber, ferent today….” ful black mistress. Sheepishly, vado may erupt, but you know Whether they’re in Lon- aftermath of British coloni- Tuwaine Barrett, and Elliott In a contrasting scene, a he admits he prefers white the dynamic exists globally. don, Johannesburg, South Af- zation and its ruinous effect Edusah - portray more than father and son, hugging, pro- women in his bed. That’s the premise upon rica, Ghana, Harare, Kampla- on their culture and language. one character. They engage claim their love and admira- While younger men’s phi- which Nigerian-born, British la, Lagos, Nigeria, Uganda, Languages are emerging to- in candid conversation that’s tion for each other. losophy rivals their elders’, transplant author Inua Ellams, or Accra, their conversation gether, erupting or dying in humorous at times or tinged Surprisingly at the post- in one shop they agree about bases his play, “Barber Shop is spirited. Seated in barber’s cultural erosion because of with anger, but they all ar- show talkback, the teen-age/ the evil of apartheid and need Chronicles”. chairs, as the barber ceremo- globalization and post-coloni- dently watch, listen to, and young adult audience asked to reclaim their land for them- There’s more to his prem- niously drapes a cape over zation. cheer soccer games on TV few questions. selves. ise, too. Ellams explores the his customers, his scissors They also discuss gays’ and radio. Later, actor Tuwaine Bar- They deplore treatment of fact that African men, regard- or clippers poised artistically treatment in Uganda, Mande- There’s strife, too, when rett, originally from Jamaica, immigrants in England and less of what country they’re in like a surgeon, men discuss la’s and other political leaders’ a younger man lunges at an said to me, regardless of what the disparity in incarceration or hail from, gather at the lo- the world and masculine is- roles in shaping or destroying older man apologizing for country the scene depicts, of Black men, especially in cal barber shop to talk men’s sues. They profess their sexu- their countries. past wrongdoing. Despite his people are the same. Fathers British prisons. talk - real men’s talk. It’s a al prowess, family issues, fa- Between these lively trying to placate the younger and sons love each other. And one universal truth is place they can come together therhood and how times have scenes, Jack Knowles’ sub- man with a coveted poster, the Families are most important. oft-repeated. A father chides without fear of being arrested, changed. Some immigrants tle spotlights illuminate large angry young man rejects it, That fact is Ellams’ point - and migrants decry post-Af- banners hanging aloft, indicat- shouting, “Get out! Get out!” his son for speaking back to precisely.

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Cary Shuman photos Guests enjoyed an Italian dinner prepared by Exalted he Winthrop Lodge of Ruler Steven Reardon and Elks hosted the 39th Elks member Otto Wolf. AnnualT WINARC (Winthrop Singer and entertainer Advocacy Resource Center) MOJO (George Smith) per- Christmas Party at the Biggio formed songs for the guests. Hall. His upbeat music drew the Committee Chair Roberta guests to the dance floor. DiPierro and volunteers wel- Santa and Mrs. Claus comed WINARC participants (Ronald and Linda Vecchia) and guests to the event. distributed gifts to the partic- ipants.

Winthrop High School football players volunteered their efforts to help make the event a success. From left, are R.J. Dalton, Dillon Riley, Chris Ferrara, Michael Carter, Victor Dagama, Chris Viscio, and Stevie Perullo.

Singer and entertainer MOJO was a big hit at the Lodge of Elks WINARC Christmas Party.

The many guests are pictured at the WINARC Christmas Celebration hosted by the Winthrop Lodge of Elks.

Julie Mei, WINARC Co-President Nancy Giuffre, Committee Chair Roberta DiPierro, and WINARC Past President Yvonne Cernaro.

The volunteers are pictured at the Lodge of Elks WINARC Christmas Celebration, from left, Jane Howell, Sharon Lee Bulger, Committee Chair Roberta DiPierro, Judy O’Keefe, Heather Martin, Linda Robertson, Karen Bogken, and Susan Landey.

Councillor-at-Large Phil Boncore, Committee Chair Roberta DiPierro, and MOJO are pictured at the Christmas Celebration.

Committee Chair Roberta DiPierro greets Nancy Kinsella (left) and Susan Briggs.

Committee Chair Roberta DiPierro, with Board Member Ralph Tufo, Nancy Tufo, and David Tufo.

Santa and Mrs. Claus and Committee Chair Roberta DiPierro Committee Chair Roberta DiPierro welcomes guest Chrissy greet guest Ned Davenport, who received a Christmas gift. Kinsella to the Christmas Celebration.

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