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in the neighborhoods may continue to not only block out the sun, but block out the middle class family and wage Last Week’s earner. And, unfortunately, none of the developers lining up for one more bite at the building boom apple is proposing to Poll Results build housing affordable to this critical constituency. Despite what the Mayor’s On Page 2 office ‘spun’ to the press, when he recently proposed a $16.5 billion plan for the middle class, one would think that if he were serious, he would have done it by now. But, the developers apparently are having none of it. It was recently reported in the Boston South Boston Today Globe based on data from RentMetrics The Shadow on the Mayor’s Race that the average rents for two bedrooms in Do You Want Change Or More Of The Same? some of the neighborhoods, where either SOUTH BOSTON TODAY average incomes are lower or they are Staff Report located distances away from downtown s Tom Menino’s record setting continues the pace of deal making with Boston, are $1400 (Mattapan) to $1700 @SBostonToday (Roslindale). In other communities 20 year tenure as Mayor of frantic developers over his last 100 days Go to our South Boston Today Boston comes to a close, his in office, the shadows of higher than that are situated closer to downtown A page to vote on our weekly poll. ‘long shadow’ may cast itself over this necessary, zoning change approved, Boston, and where average incomes City for quite some time, both physically high priced office towers downtown are moderate to higher, the rents are Make sure you like & share and politically. If he and the BRA as well as high-priced condo projects CONTINUED ON page 4 Go Ahead, Laugh Boston.

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EDITORIAL “Bullet or Ballot” SOUTH BOSTON TODAY staff report his past Sunday we heard our lesson again. They grew up in a time when school kids had It’s the same message we’ve recited over to learn and memorize the words and speeches T the last 32 years. It’s a simple yet powerful of those earlier great Americans. They would message. We learn it when, once again, Tommy have read Lincoln’s Gettysburg address, when Lyons, at the end of the ceremony stands at the he stated our task was to continue the unfinished podium and, one by one, calls out the names of work of our founders. They also would know the 25 South Bostonians chiseled on the face of that Lincoln’s goal was that the government “of, our Viet-Nam Memorial. The lesson is the legend by and for the people would not perish from the inscribed on this monument. “If you forget my earth”. Our immediate task then is simple. It death, then I died in vain”. won’t require transport to a distant or hostile These were just ordinary kinds who, when shore. It won’t put your life in danger. called upon, made an extraordinary sacrifice. Next Tuesday is Election Day. Do not let They never gave great speeches or wrote words their sacrifice, and the struggles of the centuries that carry through the ages. They knew who they before, be in vain. Do not forget or forsake the were though. They knew they were Americans. gift they have given. In many places, your only They loved America and being Americans. And, choice is a bullet. Our saviors have given us just as we learn from their example, they too, the ballot. learned from those who went before them. Vote Tuesday, September 24.

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ince this is the last issue Large council race I personally Murphy is commendable and face an opponent until the of the newspaper before feel there are two who have appreciated and in my humble November final. But his stand S next Tuesday’s primary proven records of always looking opinion, deserves two of our in opposition to this city’s ill- election in Boston, I thought this out for the best interests of this four votes. conceived Rental Inspection would be a good time to remind neighborhood. Two of your four The race for District 2 city Ordinance deserves praise. The everyone to vote. I know that votes in the At-Large race; one councilor is uncontested in the property tax increase that City most of our readers are definitely to Michael Flaherty and one to primary. Our current district not among what’s been called Stephen Murphy will do a lot councilor, Bill Linehan won’t CONTINUED ON page 7 ‘low information voters’. You to insure that South Boston’s know the issues and you pretty interests will be looked out for. much will make it down to your Both Flaherty and Murphy, Join Representative Nick Collins in local polling place, even if there during their years on the council supporting our friend and neighor, is a hurricane coming in from have always been good to this the South East. town and worked hard on its South Boston’s own, Michael Flaherty. As far as primaries go, this is a behalf; delivering constituent big one. The dozen or so mayoral services to the best of their Over a career of proven leadership on issues candidates will be narrowed down abilities and those abilities are of importance to the City of Boston, especially to the top 2 vote getters. Yes, many given their experience in support of working families, public safety many of you know this, but some in city government. They have and education, Michael Flaherty always put the people of Boston first. He is not afraid to tackle may not. Most have made up their always been hardworking, full the tough issues like gun violence and drug minds as to who they will be time elected officials who make prevention and rehabilitation. For these reasons, voting for. Others decide as late it a point to be on the job. And I am proud to endorse and support my friend and as the time they walk in the door. when the pressure not to march in neighbor Michael Flaherty for City Council At- But for Boston City Councilor this town’s Veterans sponsored Large. With a new mayor about to be elected, we at-large, we get to vote for St. Patrick’s Day/Evacuation need an independent voice on the City Council. as many as four of them. The Day parade is put on; as it so saying “all politics is local” often is by the media and radical means that voters select the elements, both Flaherty and candidate that can do the most Murphy stand tall and proudly for their particular area. As a join the procession. As At-Large South Boston newspaper, we are councilors, they represent the concerned primarily with this entire city and march in every community. Though we wish the parade in Boston as they should. best for every part of Boston, we But unlike so many other make no bones about, nor are we politicians of late; their loyalty ashamed of being parochial as to and courage distinguishes what and who will best benefit them from some of their easily and deliver to South Boston. No intimidated counterparts, who one can tell you who to vote for pander to special interests. That nor should they, but if you don’t courage and loyalty shown by Paid for the Committee to Elect Michael Flaherty mind a suggestion in the At- Michael Flaherty and Stephen 4 SOUTHBOSTONTODAY • www.southbostontoday.com September 19, 2013

SOUTH BOSTON TODAY The Next Mayor’s Major Challenge By Ray Flynn rime is the number one problem with which event, such as a lighting of a Christmas tree, cutting society. Today, many children are now growing the next mayor must deal. I’m intrigued a ribbon at a new neighborhood business, or up with no fathers in their homes. Fewer people C reading some of the public opinion polls attending a civic celebration. And rarely do these are attending church and many children are not and listening to reporters talk about voter attitudes officials have the opportunity to have a serious receiving any religious or moral training. and the popularity of politicians and issues of the discussion with them about a particular issue of We have a failed public school system that doesn’t day. I often wonder how it can be that people say concern. So you have to ask yourself, where do demand discipline or accountability. Another that they like a certain elected official, even when the politicians come up these issues to talk about? government program can’t solve these social they acknowledge that conditions in their life and The answer is probably from a few members of problems, only a family can. If I were running for community have gotten worse. their staff or from people in the media. public office, my focus would be on strengthening Since I have been out of elected office, I probably Monday, I participated in a television interview the family. Give parents who want to send their have learned more about the concerns of people about the recent shootings and crime in South children to private and parochial schools a tax break. than I ever did before. I have had the opportunity Boston. The reporter listed the specific violent A return to police officers walking the neighborhoods to listen to far more people tell me what’s important crimes that have occurred in the town recently. “Are is desperately needed today in Boston. Yes, we have to them and their families. I often walk several people concerned?” “Yes, indeed they certainly other serious issues facing the people of our city, but hours a day with my grandson Braeden and you are. And the candidates for mayor should talk more the crime problem will only be dealt with effectively, certainly meet and talk to many people in South openly about the growing crime problem. We have when people demand more police officers walking Boston and across the city. more drug dealing than any time ever,” I responded. the neighborhoods and the involvement of residents. Naturally, politicians want to create a reputation “We also have other factors that politicians don’t The time to start is now, by talking to the candidates. that they are everywhere. But believe me, that’s like to talk about. They are afraid of offending their Let them know how you feel. more about image. The public usually only gets to liberal activist base. After drugs, I would point Ray Flynn is the former Mayor of Boston, U.S. meet a leading government official at a ceremonial to the unhealthy cultural changes taking place in Ambassador to the Vatican and author.

Front page...CONTINUED FROM page 1 modern day spoils system that seemed $2900 (South Boston) to $3800 (Bay evident over the last two decades? Village). If Boston is to be viable long Do you want a mayor that makes term, urban planners agree that access legitimate neighborhood concerns to and eligibility for affordable housing part of the development process or We'd opportunities should not be limited to is it okay that zoning decisions are love to lower income individuals or families, made based upon vested interests have you especially if moderate level wage represented on the board of appeals? join our SOUTH BOSTON earners want or need to live in or near Do you want a mayor who lives up DENTAL ASSOCIATES, INC. the capital city. These include teachers, to a commitment to reform public dental family! police, firefighters and young techies policies or one who takes advantage of Please call today. and entrepreneurs. loopholes to renege on them? Do you Your new smile awaits In 1993, the average price for a home want a mayor who will put the city on was in the mid $100,000s. Today, a path to expanding opportunities for it is in the mid $400,000s. People the middle class through improved Welcome earning $75,000 cannot afford to rent quality of life in the neighborhoods or Dr. Philip Barber and the staff of an apartment without roommates, let developers squeeze every nickel out South Boston Dental are pleased let alone purchase a home and start of every square inch of real estate left to announce Dr. Andrew Luccio a family. The vitality of cities like in the City? has joined their multi-specialty Boston is rooted in its neighborhoods, Finally, in addition to answering these which must be populated by questions, and evaluating the issues practiceinSouthBoston individuals and families who feel that and policy platforms of the candidates, Dr. Luccio is a resident of South Boston and a native of nearby Milton, MA. they have a say in their quality of life. their public image, media presence and After completing a Masters of Science degree in Biology at the University of This includes its schools, its shopping debating skills, it may be as important Richmond, Dr. Luccio studied dentistry at Tufts University School of Dental and business districts, its playgrounds, to judge them by the company that Medicine in Boston, MA. Upon earning his Doctorate of Dental Medicine its places of worship and its city they keep. Will the best interest of the degree, he was awarded with the American Academy of Periodontology services like libraries, police stations public be served or will vested interests AchievementAwardforacademicandclinicalexcellenceinPeriodontics and fire stations. Affording to live in be served? The voter will make a neighborhoods where the quality of judgment in 5 days. Judge wisely, 29 Farragut Road • South Boston, MA 02127 life attracts them is then critical. because it will affect the way of life in 617-268-1030 • www.southbostondental.com So, the choice of who will lead Boston one’s community for many years to on a path to inclusiveness is at hand. come. The shadow of Tom Menino on Some legitimate questions should be the skyline and cityscape is permanent; answered. Do you want a mayor who his political shadow, however, while expands opportunity beyond political fleeting, may still loom large. So… Do SBT SBT SBT allies or do you want to perpetuate a you want change or more of the same? September 19, 2013 SOUTHBOSTONTODAY • www.southbostontoday.com 5 ReadingBetween TheLines

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ith the election next by himself initially. His focus on However Mr.Yancey has 30 years have information or as one reader Tuesday let’s recap or schools and his stated determination of public service which should put it – “Do you just make stuff W re-view those candidates to rein in the BRA are two issues give him the largest share and a up”? My immediate answer was who agreed to be interviewed for foremost in residents’ minds. His fighting chance. that “If we did we wouldn’t be in our candidate series. Alphabetically ability to remain as a frontrunner This synopsis is compiled from business very long”. While it is not we began. and highly visible should benefit those candidates who were willing our practice to print every document Felix Arroyo: He offers a basic him next Tuesday. or able to be interviewed and SBT in our possession, whatever fact platform of social and economic Rob Consalvo: This is a candidate thanks and wishes them luck. is asserted is made with back up justice which should resonate we would have liked to know more There are 5 candidates we did not documentation in hand. Any reader particularly in predominately about. Occupying the Mayor’s former interview who may very well be who has a question can always Hispanic and some Black precincts. district council seat is probably not deserving of your vote. The key is make arrangements to come to our His days as an organizer with SEIU the optimum position for exposure. that you do vote. office and we will gladly supply any provide him not only experience but The innovative Mr. Consalvo was Finally, some readers have documents we use for our stories. a formidable army of workers to get a leader in bringing “shot spotter” inquired exactly how we go about Once again please vote and take out the vote. His big test is making technology to the police. He also writing our stories. Do we actually care till next week. inroads in his native Hyde Park and intrigued everyone with a proposal into Dorchester and the southern for rubber sidewalks. He is a very and eastern sections of Boston. articulate forward looking man John Barros: This likeable former who would be well served by more School Committee member helped publicity to explore his ideas. found the Dudley Square Charter Bill Walczak: If you’re looking School and is an active leader in for a self-made political outsider that community. His youth and this is probably a good choice. Bill low visibility citywide present moved into the Codman Square a difficult voter identification area of Dorchester in the early problem. This campaign will at 1970’s. He immediately made an least raise that visibility and make impact in leading the movement to him an upcoming force in future create a charter school and health Boston politics. center. He was a top executive at Dan Conley: The Suffolk District the Carney Hospital and today with www.southbostontoday.com Attorney must be considered a Suffolk Design. He is hurt by such frontrunner for obvious reasons. a large field denying him the time He has a wealth of experience needed to fully express his great as an executive in public office ideas. His popularity in Dorchester and can cite recent examples of will be his strength. decisive action. He has high voter Charles Yancey: Councilor recognition and reportedly the Yancey is a sentimental favorite largest amount of campaign funds here in Southie. After a rocky with which to raise that profile, as start, Mr. Yancey and the late, well as a well articulated plan for great, Councilor Jim Kelly became the City, if elected. respected allies so much so that John Connolly: Councilor they joined forces to make Mr. Connolly, too, must be considered a Yancey the first black City Council favorite. His decision to announce President. Mr. Yancey is hurt by a before Mayor Menino raised his late entry but more because at least stature to many, plus gave him that half of the candidates are minority all important Citywide visibility all which surely will dilute that block. 6 SOUTHBOSTONTODAY • www.southbostontoday.com September 19, 2013

in their communities. Councilor John • Expand and improve the Senior Shuttle. • Continue great programs like the Connolly Announces Summer Concert Series, breakfasts and luncheons honoring our seniors, Proposals to Support the Mayor’s Garden Party, and neighborhood holiday events. and Honor Our Seniors • Create and facilitate a volunteer rideshare program so that seniors Boston Mayoral candidate John and to develop a Senior Mentoring seniors to defer property tax with cars can provide rides to Connolly announced several proposals Program. “Seniors bring a lifetime of payments until the property is sold or those without, which will also to serve the needs of Boston’s senior experience to the table and we should transferred. provide increased opportunities community. “Our seniors have made be connecting then with our public • Expand the Property Tax Work- for seniors to meet and socialize Boston the great city that it is today and schools, colleges, and businesses so that Off Program, which allows eligible with their peers. we have an obligation to ensure that they can mentor students and young seniors to volunteer in exchange for • Advocate for the creation of a they continue to enjoy a high quality of business leaders,” said Connolly. a reduction in their property taxes. tiered price structure for the T’s Ride life in safe and healthy neighborhoods,” “I’ve seen first-hand John’s The program currently serves only program (which doubled in price said Connolly in announcing his commitment to Boston’s older 50 seniors. in 2012) so that seniors on a fixed agenda. Among other things, Connolly residents,” said Thelma Burns, a • Expand and improve the Senior income can benefit from this service. proposes the expansion of the Property community leader in Dorchester. Home Repair Program, which assists • Develop a Senior Mentoring Tax Deferral Program and the Property “John understands that we want to seniors with making the modifications Program that connects seniors Tax Work-Off Program. “Many seniors be active and productive members of to their homes that will enable them to with students and young business live on fixed incomes and we must the community, and he is dedicated stay even if they become less mobile, leaders so that seniors can share their adopt and expand programs that enable to helping us do that.” and also helps seniors to repair and experiences while staying engaged in them to stay in their homes if they want Councilor Connolly’s Seniors maintain their homes. their communities. to,” said Connolly. Agenda includes the following: • Support NORCS programs – such More details and additional proposals Connolly also proposes to expand • Expand the Property Tax Deferral as Ethos’ AgeWell West Roxbury – are available at ConnollyForBoston. transportation services for seniors Program, which allows qualified that create senior support networks com/ideas.

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CONTINUED FROM page 3 Hall has hit so many South Boston home owners with this year was staggering in some cases. It was so high that now, even more residents are struggling just to hold onto the homes that have been in their families for generations. Councilor Linehan correctly believes that adding on yet another fee is just one more unreasonable burden. He has called for the suspension of this ordinance Meet Mayoral Candidate Dan Conley which is the right thing to SOUTH BOSTON TODAY do. Linehan has also come staff report out against proposed bike e continue our series of made it clear that, while he would stand for the BRA. A public organization lanes on Broadway; which profiling the mayoral up to entrenched interests, he would depends on public trust. How decisions recent polls clearly show are Wcandidates before the negotiate with respect because teachers are reached must be “clear and in opposed by a large majority upcoming primary election. South matter. “We all have memories of writing for all to see”. Mr. Conley of residents. Many newer Boston Today is doing this at the teachers who made a difference”. He points to the unprecedented initiative residents have also publically request of many of our readers who is not interested in going to war, but he implemented as D. A. by opening made their opposition to the want to get to know more about the children come first. His administration his files to the public, as an example of Broadway bike lanes known; candidates’ positions on the issues and would be pro-kid not anti-teacher. his transparency as Mayor. joining longtime locals on about who they are personally. This On Public Safety and Drugs On His Vision for Boston this position. Is Councilor week South Boston Today features Mr. Conley feels there is no doubt Dan Conley’s vision is for Boston Linehan opposed to all bike District Attorney Dan Conley that he is the candidate with the to be not good but great. He wants lanes? No. Like most, he Dan is married to Tricia and they most experience in law and law to close both the achievement and understands that there are have two children, Jim and Christine enforcement. As a councilor, he employment gap. He would enforce places where they work and and live in West Roxbury. His first voted to increase the size of the police Boston residence hiring laws and could be a good thing. But streets growing up on were in Mission force, at one point increasing to 2,185 would give 60% residential preference. South Boston’s main drag Hill before moving to Hyde Park. He officers. While proud to say 80-90% A job work force coordinator would and business district; with graduated from Catholic Memorial of the city is safe, he is quick to point set training needs for jobs of the its relatively narrow passage High, Stonehill College and Suffolk out that is “cold comfort” for areas not future. He would grow the middle is definitely not one of those Law School. He was a civil attorney as safe. Mr. Conley states that a safe class and not have Boston be a city of places. Here again, common with the firm of Boyle and Morrissey city is the foundation and the goal. The rich and poor. New housing created, sense prevails over so called before being appointed Assistant first step in those areas is intervention a quality school system allowing many ‘progressive’ trends. District Attorney and serving from and prevention. An increase in officers parental choices, the achievement But no matter who you 1984-1993. He was elected and served and continuing to attack the drug and employment gap closed and all cast votes for next Tuesday, on the City Council from 1994 to 2002. supply are obvious, but Mr. Conley our neighbors employed and all our it’s important that you In 2002, he was appointed to District feels the demand end of the drug streets are safe are his goals. He sees make it to the polls and Attorney and then was elected and re- trade must be addressed, primarily a city that encourages aspirations and make your voices heard. elected to that post where he presently through education. The drug “Molly” provides opportunity. Neighborhoods with low serves. It is this blend of experience demonstrated that need for education. Who Was the Best Mayor in Boston’s voter turnout traditionally get that Mr. Conley believes makes him Mr. Conley feels “Molly” illustrates History? less attention when it comes best qualified to be Mayor. the many crises his office has faced Mr. Conley had a composite for his to the constituent services On Schools over the recent past that have “battle greatest Mayor. John Hynes a serious and funding that every town Conley believes the earlier the tested” him. minded Mayor with an infusion of deserves. If the powers that education begins the better, starting On Real Estate Development new ideas for declining cities. His be in this city think that most with 3 – 4 year olds in pre-school. As for the BRA, Mr. Conley feels it successors, Kevin White, Ray Flynn residents are apathetic and He would lift the cap on Charter receives plenty of input, but they don’t and Tom Menino each improved on don’t care enough to even Schools to allow more choice. Under use it. They are non-responsive to both the modernization, rebuilding and bother to vote, the incentive his leadership there would be new residents and developers. They make innovation started by Hynes and for them to do their jobs will structure and management of schools arbitrary decisions with “no rhyme or brought Boston to its present bright sometimes reflect this. particularly based on input from parents reason”. Mr. Conley emphasized he future. The polls will be open next and students. Mr. Conley believes in is pro-growth, citing the $5.5 billion South Boston Today Thanks Mr. Tuesday from 7am until 8pm. the S.T.E.M. foundation. Science, in ongoing and planned development Conley for taking the time for this Note: Talk back to John Technology, Engineering, Math. He and he would not split the BRA. He interview and wishes him good luck in Ciccone by email at jcsbic@ would institute a longer school day. He calls for “a large dose of transparency” his campaign. hotmail.com 8 SOUTHBOSTONTODAY • www.southbostontoday.com September 19, 2013

Councilor Linehan Announces Funding for 5th Street Park This Week’s Poll ouncilor Bill Linehan is proud to announce that he was able to secure over half a million dollars for the complete renovation Your Vote Counts – Who Do You Think The Next C of Sweeney Playground (5th Street Park) in this year’s budget. Mayor Of Boston Should Be? All of the old equipment will be removed and new modern equipment will be installed. The final design of the new park was completed after the Boston Parks Department held three public meetings at the Condon Felix Arroyo Charlotte Golar Richie School to incorporate resident ideas. Groundbreaking is expected within the next few weeks. John Barros Mike Ross Many factors mentioned by neighbors and residents were incorporated into this design. Construction will work around the mature trees, and some new shrubs will be planted. The basketball court will be kept Charles Clemons Bill Walczak but will be repaved and redesigned to include the markings for a wiffle ball field. Modern, interactive climbing equipment for all ages will Dan Conley Marty Walsh be installed. Sight lines from both Fifth and Gold Streets will be improved for public safety purposes. “Since being elected I’ve made it a priority to see that our public John Connolly David Wyatt parks in my district get the attention they deserve. Most of the parks in my district have seen improvements and investment over that time. Rob Consalvo Charles Yancey The new scheme of Fifth Street Park includes a forward thinking design so that it has something for all age groups and so the space can be used in different ways,” said Councilor Linehan. You can contact Councilor Linehan’s Office at 617-635-3203 or email at Bill.Linehan@ www.SouthBostonToday.com South BostonToday @SBostonToday cityofboston.gov. You can also follow him on facebook, Bill Linehan, and Twitter @linehanbill. “Please give my dad “My Dad is #1” 1 of your 4 at-Large votes" VOTE September 24th Martin J. Keogh Home of the Boston City Council at-Large 32 oz Bucket #1 on the Ballot Nolan Keogh, mom Pam & dad Martin Paid for by Keogh for Council

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Where is the Love? s we approach the sunset of between developers supporting inquiries for statistics on in the newly minted Innovation the Menino administration other Boston communities and the separate “South Boston District to generate entrepreneurial A and consider the disparity those profiting in 02127. And by our Waterfront” with a Service Error. advancement. All valiant causes. afforded to South Boston for the community we mean, for examples, It is also significant to note Despite the fact the MCCA gate MCCA presence vs. the East the two remaining parochial schools that many of the projects in our shows affect us and not other Boston Casino deal of $31M for where our neighborhood children neighborhood are not subject to neighborhoods in Boston; we community benefits, we must ask attend, the sports organizations BRA Large or Small Project review share the funds, as legislated by ourselves on a smaller scale – shouldered by so many of the fathers and are considered “As of Right” our former leaders. Despite the where is the love? and mothers of South Boston, and thereby escaping the BRA website lack of any sensible traffic study Those of us who have taken the substance abuse and youth listing. Smaller (three-family) done for the Seaport, it is we who a day off of work and shuttled rescue organizations. conversions are also exempt from will sit in gridlock. And believe it into City Hall either by bus, taxi The BRA’s own website Affordable Housing quotas.] or not, this changes our lives. or paid exorbitant parking fees reflects this disparity: in East So where is the love? In a quote famously attributed only to see our hopes crushed as Boston there are currently listed In June 2013, Haley & Aldrich, to JFK Jr. we say “To those another project is passed with a 11 Development Projects and an environmental and engineering whom much is given much is wink-and-nod - despite significant 5 Community and Jobs Service firm that has a strong Boston client expected.” As developers’ listing opposition by the community - are Programs. In Roxbury there are base, announced their third annual sheets reflect starting figures of now worn weary. The tsunami has currently 20 Development Projects golf tournament generated $28,000 $500,000, $600,000 and $700,000 hit 02127 and we have accepted listed with 14 Community and to benefit Children’s Hospital and for luxury condos, remember, and that people want to live here for Job Service Programs listed. In Brigham & Women’s. In 2012, pay forward your good fortune the same reasons we do. We have South Boston there are currently Samuels & Associates, behind to the institutions – the schools, welcomed our new neighbors and 46 Development Projects pending several Fenway developments, the youth sport programs and despite inaccurate portrayals in the with 9 Community Service and erected a green observation the treatment programs for those press, we have embraced change Jobs Programs listed. deck installation at the price of left behind, who made and will that is upon us. [Oddly enough The BRA $112,500. MassChallenge runs continue to make South Boston Yet there is a marked difference neighborhood data base returns a ‘donated’ floor of office space what it is.

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I have known Marty Walsh for many, many, years; He is the best candidate in the race for Mayor of Boston. He loves our neighborhood, he has always been there for the people of South Boston, I trust his judgment and I believe he will make the best Mayor of Boston.

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Marty Walsh has always supported our local charitable organizations, the South Boston Special Kids Organization relies heavily upon his support. He has always been someone we can approach to help the kids as well as neighbors and friends. He is a South Bostonian at heart.

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Marty Walsh has worked tirelessly on behalf of those neighbors, friends and families in South Boston who have been afflicted with substance abuse, and the families that love them. He has fought for funding for our various programs such as the Collaborative Center and the Gavin Foundation. His work on behalf of our children and our families is second to none in the race for Mayor of Boston. I am proud to say Marty Walsh is my choice for Mayor of Boston.

- Joe Dodo Nee, President of the Collaborative Center

Marty Walsh has always taken a special interest in moving women forward, as a small business owner and a woman I admire Marty for his steadfast loyalty to helping women get ahead. His program to bring more women into the building trades is a huge success. When a woman succeeds, her family succeeds. He is the right choice for Mayor of Boston.

- Bridget Nee Walsh, Ironworker and Proprietor of “Southie’s Own”, West Broadway South Boston

Marty Walsh’s passion and commitment to young people in recovery is inspiring. He is always there when I need support. Marty’s dedication to the recovery community has led to real system change. Starting with prevention, he helped draft and then sponsored legislation to remove alcohol signage on public transportation, and he has worked tirelessly to increase to increased recovery home beds, especially for our young people.

- John McGahan

Paid for and Authorized by the Committee to Elect Martin J. Walsh. 12 SOUTHBOSTONTODAY • www.southbostontoday.com September 19, 2013

Alzheimer’s Dementia Awareness Thoughts from a Concerned Granddaughter

SOUTH BOSTON TODAY interactions using familiar words, lifetime now. My family and I by Jade Larkin and asking questions allowing have watched her decline over Wallace To lzheimer’s disease is the the patient to use their brain and the years. She is now unaware of most common type of think. Viewing pictures of family her surroundings and unfamiliar Appear on LA ADementia that worsens members also allows the brain with family. Although it hurts to as it progresses, eventually to work in attempt to remember. know this, I take comfort in the leading to death. Brain functions Watching television and going for fact that she smiles every time I True Crime deteriorate, due to shrinkage walks is also very good for them go and visit. I can’t help but get a of the brain and other known to become aware of and possibly notion that she recognizes me as a factors. Unfortunately, this remember the stimuli around familiar face. She remembers my Radio Show. disease is irreversible destroying them. voice and my touch, delivering yndicated radio host and best-selling cognition, memory, thinking The U.S population is a warm feeling in my heart that author Margaret McLean, whose show and even the ability to carry getting older and, as it ages, she is still in there. It bothers me S “It’s A Crime” can be heard nationally out certain tasks. Even though Alzheimer’s disease is becoming however knowing that I can’t help out of Los Angeles will interview author there are in fact no known cures an increasingly bigger concern. her. All I can do is stay by her side Brian Wallace on Saturday September 21 for Alzheimer’s Dementia, Within the next 50 years, the making sure she is as comfortable from 3pm to 5pm on station KCAA. McLean, there are however medications incidence of this disease is as possible. who has written two best- selling novels available as part of a treatment expected to quadruple, affecting Any of you who have a loved including “Under Fire”, has interviewed a plan. For example, Namenda, more than 1 in 45 Americans. one suffering from this, I strongly number of best-selling true crime authors Aricept and Exelon to list a few. Researchers are still trying to urge you to keep hope very much on her radio show including Dennis Lehane, These medications work directly understand how brain plaques alive. It really helps in staying who wrote the foreword to Wallace’s book into the synapse of the brain in and tangles lead to memory loss strong and focused, and can “Final Confession”. McLean has also been attempt to slow down and ease and other cognitive, behavioral also be therapeutic to the soul. a national spokesperson on many high profile the symptoms of deterioration. and psychiatric symptoms. They These poor people don’t deserve trials, including the Bulger trial which just These medications are used to are trying to figure out how to to suffer, nor do their families. concluded. She is one of the most sought increase the concentration of the reverse these changes to stop or If I had one wish, I would wish after speakers on true crime and court related neurotransmitters to prompt the prevent them. This disease is so for a cure so that maybe my issues. signaling between neurons. wide spread and serious, we need grandmother and so many others Wallace’s book, “Final Confession”, which Most people are unaware of a huge break through and fast! can be free of this horrible disease. has enjoyed a re-birth, has also drawn the what is called brain stimulation. From personal experience, I I feel in my heart that one day this interest of people like McLean, as well as These types of therapies are used know all too well that watching will all be history. other Hollywood writers and producers and to help patients better manage your loved one go through this Jade Larkin is a young life long being on LA’s top rated True Crime won’t their symptoms, allowing them disease is one of the worst things South Bostonian and a student hurt “Final Confession’s chances to attract to function at a higher level for a you will ever experience. My at Millennium Training Institute. Hollywood movie producers and writers. Final longer period of time. Approaches grandmother has had Alzheimer’s She will graduate this year. She is Confession is presently available on Amazon. such as listening to music, verbal dementia for what feels like a also a Home Health Aide com and in all Barnes and Noble stores. September 19, 2013 SOUTHBOSTONTODAY • www.southbostontoday.com 13

South Boston Resident Wins Marble Contest ongratulations to Southie the area’s public beach,” said Ronda com/savetheharbor or email your About Save the Harbor/Save the Bay resident Christine Kelly, who Ivy McLeod, Manager of Regional photo and contact information to Save the Harbor/Save the Bay Cwon a roundtrip ticket from Marketing at JetBlue Airways. “We [email protected]. Anyone is a non-profit, public interest, JetBlue Airways to any domestic not only work here, we live here too. It who finds a marble between July 4 environmental advocacy organization, destination they serve from Boston’s is a perfect fit for us to support Save the and October 31 will remain in the whose mission is to restore and Logan Airport in Save the Harbor/ Harbor/Save the Bay and their great contest until the final drawing. protect Boston Harbor, Mass Bay, Save the Bay and JetBlue Airways’ work improving the quality of life for Even if you don’t find a marble, you and the marine environment and share 2nd annual “Simply Marble-ous” residents of the region.” still have an opportunity to be entered them with the public for everyone to Treasure Hunt. “My friends and I At his office on the Fish Pier in into the contest. Make an online enjoy. For more information about love to go to the beach,” said Kelly, South Boston, SH/SB spokesman contribution at http://savetheharbor. Save the Harbor, please visit www. who is 22. “Finding a marble was an Bruce Berman said, “At Save the org/contribution.html of any amount to savetheharbor.org unexpected surprise, and winning a Harbor we’re always looking for ways Save the Harbor/Save the Bay between For more information about the JetBlue ticket is fantastic. My family to get people to take a fresh look at July 4 and October 31. Save the Harbor “Simply Marble-ous Treasure Hunt” and I flew with them to Florida last the Boston Harbor. JetBlue Airways’ will announce the winners on their and other great beach events, visit year, and it was a blast.” support helps to make that possible. Facebook page at www.facebook.com/ their blog “Sea, Sand & Sky” at Kelly was the first winner in this One of the reasons this contest is such savetheharbor so stay tuned! http://www.blog.savetheharbor.org. year’s treasure hunt, but there are still a success is because JetBlue is such a more than 200 marbles on Boston area great partner. Fun is one of their core beaches from Nahant to Nantasket, values and you can see that in the way and two more winners to be chosen they treat their community partners, this fall. The next winner will be employees and customers.” chosen on Columbus Day, and the More than 250 marbles are still contest ends on Halloween. This is waiting for you to find on Boston the second year that Save the Harbor area beaches in Lynn, Nahant, and JetBlue Airways partnered for Revere, Winthrop, East Boston, the contest that celebrates Boston South Boston, Dorchester, Quincy Harbor and the region’s great public and Hull, so keep hunting! It is free beaches. and easy to enter the Simply Marble- “The “Simply Marble-ous” treasure ous Treasure Hunt. When you find a hunt is a great way for JetBlue’s marble, just post a picture of yourself crewmembers to show that we with the marble on Save the Harbor’s treasure Boston’s great harbor and Facebook page at www.facebook. 14 SOUTHBOSTONTODAY • www.southbostontoday.com September 19, 2013

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

Stepping Up: This One’s for the Children… The day has finally arrived. One I have dreaded devices, there are so many kids without proper shoes and accessories. Also, any toys, activities. Also, the Rodman Ride for Kids and avoided for some time. But as the years clothing and bedding. Those same children household items and/or books in good shape will be giving an additional 10% to donations. fade away, one thing remains the same: I am lack resources for after school activities and will be accepted; drop off is located at the East Go online and register a team or stop by the getting old. The phrase “when I was your age” homework help. Many more go with food; 4th Street Fire House between 10am-2pm. carnival and live vicariously through the racers starts more sentences than I would care to basic necessities that so many of us take for Something so little could mean so much. by sporting a balloon animal hat, sipping on share. Listening to younger cousins argue about granted. This week there are a few chances for bbbsfoundation.org ‘Gansett; that’s where you will find me. Get how their parents won’t buy them an iPhone you to give big or small to those in need. on the fast track to giving. with 32 GB of memory (whatever that means) Drive a Mile and Bring Some Smiles… bostonpal.org prompted me to lecture about how I didn’t have What gives? Alas, it’s time to pack away Do you have the need for speed? Ever dream a cell phone until junior year in high school your sundresses/shorts/muscle tees/ swimsuits. of becoming the next Dale Earnhardt Jr.? ***Like Riding a Bike*** On Saturday which I bought with my own money from my As sad as it recognize, this year, summer All your dreams can come true this Saturday September 28th the South Boston paper route and that text messaging was but was over the minute the clock struck Labor September 21st, and you will be granting Neighborhood House, or the “Ollie” to so a twinkle in Nokia’s eye. Confusion clouded Day; I saw my breath this AM. While putting some wishes as well. The 5th Annual Boston many of us, is participating in the Rodman their eyes; they ingested what I said but were away the warm weather duds and pulling PAL Grand Prix takes off at 12pm; it is a Ride for Kids for a 5th year. Amateur and too distracted by their cell phones buzzing and out the cold(er) climate clothing, you realize 4-hour endurance race where a 6-person team professionals riders on the Ollie’s team will dinging to ask questions. It was at that moment how many of those pieces you don’t use. mans small European-style speed karts and all ride 25/50/100 miles to raise money for this I realized, for both my younger counterparts Some one can though: the Big Brother Big entrance fees benefit the youth programs of great neighborhood institution. You don’t and myself, what we considered to be unfair or Sister Foundation is holding their 3rd Annual the Boston PAL (Police Athletic League). If even have to get up early on a Saturday unfortunate pales in comparison to those who Cares for Kids Clothing Drive this Saturday you are more of a cheerleader-type, there will morning; help is just a click away. are really in need. While we are lacking space September 21st. BBBS will take your gently be carnival-like festivities along the sidelines kintera.org/faf/donorReg/donorPledge. for our selfies and calorie counters on mobile worn women’s, men’s and children’s clothing, of the racetrack, with food, beer/wine and kids asp?supId=0&ievent=1071082

Stepping Out: What’s Eating You? Hungry? I know I am. With the end of who just love food like yourself found fire. The nominated winners will take summer, my appetite grows. Salads, green the time/space/ideas to start their own part in the Taste of the Nation Boston juice and vodka & soda somehow become enterprise? On Wednesday September event on April 29th, 2014. Price of single a thing of the past and are replaced 25th, you will get your chance. Artists for admission gets you 2 drink tickets, with Shipyard Pumpkin with a (mostly) Humanity is hosting Joanne Chang and Lincoln’s delish pie and a chat session sugar-cinnamon rim & vanilla vodka, Christopher Myers (of Myers & Chang with the chefs; you can also buy a pass cheeseburgers and cookies. As the days fame) to kick off its fall lecture series for all four events at a discounted price. get shorter, my waistline expands and about how creativity and commercial Come hungry, leave happy! stretchies (leggings for you youngins’) are ventures can make a recipe for success. (Side note: Taste of the Nation is an as much a staple as those cheeseburgers. The event is free; you just have to register event in conjunction with Share Our I don’t give up completely; balance is via Facebook. Cross your fingers for Strength/No Kid Hungry campaign, key and hot veggies DO replace many some chocolate chip cookies from Flour which works toward ending childhood of those cold salads. But I just find this (Joanne Chang’s bakery). Think before hunger in the US) time of year easier to enjoy the all South you eat… lincolnsouthboston.com Boston has to offer in the way of culinary afhboston.org ce.strength.org/boston delights. Food brings people together nokidhungry.org and with the wind-down of the busy “Foodie” Fight! Ingredients: two summer months, there are many cool and restaurant teams, a willing and Dig In! Come one, come all. Aura interesting goings-on in our neighborhood participatory audience, liquid courage and restaurant is hosting the first in a series by the way of food to be savored in many a dash of adventurous palate. Result: a of ‘Fine Dining “Family Style”’ sit ways. Whatever your pleasure, it’ll have tasty showdown where restaurant peeps down suppers for families. Parents will you saying mmm…mmm good. throw down for a good cause. On Tuesday be able to (try) start their weekend and September 24th, Lincoln Tavern and Taste wind down with fancy cuisine and funky Food for Thought. Why didn’t I think of the Nation Boston are partnering up concoctions, while kids are supplied of that? Ever wonder to yourself why to host a series of themed battle royales entertainment from Kids Place 4 Fun. No you didn’t hop on the cupcake/cookie/ called “Food Fights”; some 8 Boston clean up required. cake pop trend? Interested in how people restaurants will throw their food to the aurarestaurant.com

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Southie Senses: Things to touch, see, taste, smell and hear in Southie Touch: Get Your Hands Dirty. What’s prettier this time of year than watching the leaves turn? Not much, but we have to have the trees to do so. Southie Trees offers a program for South Boston residents where they can receive a tree to be planted on their property, with supplies and a training session for maintenance. Click the link on their website to sign up or stop by the South Boston Neighborhood Development Corporation (SBNDC) at 365 West Broadway and fill out an application. Happy Digging! southietrees.techboston.com

See: Eyes on the Prize. The boys are back! The Bruins have started their preseason schedule on the right foot with more games to follow this weekend. One place many Bruins faithful gather to watch their boys cut up the ice is at The Cornerstone. Cold beer, tasty snacks and an animated crowd will surely lure you in and keep you coming back for more. Here we go Bruins, here we go! bruins.nhl.com • The Cornerstone, 16 West Broadway, 617-269-9553

Taste: See-food Diet. Through October 15th, you can partake in Legal Seafood’s month-long mollusk merriment. Fresh shucked, fried or flambéed, oysters are always better in months ending in –R. In this kick off month of SeptembeR go and get your hands on some of the jewels of the sea. Check out the website for some special events dedicated to this bold and briny bivalve. Look for Legal Harborside’s Fish Market gift voucher in this edition of South Boston Today. legalseafood.com

Smell: Sniff Out a Good Deal. Wine warms the soul. Well, at least it makes you feel warm and sometimes fuzzy, depending on how much you imbibe. 75 on Liberty Wharf offers Wine Wednesdays; two courses paired with a hand selected bottle of wine. The price is $32 per person and is perfect for a date night or midweek catch up with a pal. Happy Hump Day! 75onlibertywharf.com

Hear: Heard It All Before. They’re baaaccckkk. The Modernist Manicure is offering more moments to deck out your digits. Just call ahead for an appointment and let them fancy up your fingers for free. fortpointarts.org/modernist-manicurist

Embrace All Of The Southie Senses: Season of Bounty. Living in New England, we are privy to a spectacular sight four times a year: the change of seasons. Wonderment abounds when spring/summer/fall/winter roll around; it is an experience anew. Transformations of nature transpire right before our very eyes. Even we undergo alterations and renovations. This Sunday September 22nd beings the marvel that is know as Autumn: “ the season for enjoying the fullness of life.” (Denis Waitley) As you see the days getting shorter, slow down a bit. Take in all the earth has to offer. Walk the hill of East Broadway and hear the rustling of the leaves as they ready themselves to fall. Stop by a local market and pick up some apples and pumpkins and try you hand at baking. If baking isn’t your thing, swing by Calnan’s purchase a scented candle and fake it till you make it! Smell the sweet aroma of home when it feels a bit too chilly to head out. Share your space with friends; invite them over for dinner and dialogue. If you don’t cook, there are plethoras of take out joints that can provide soup to nuts (literally)…. Just make the most of the bounty of what life has to offer.

“AUTUMN, THE YEAR’S LAST, LOVELIEST SMILE.” William Cullen Bryant

Who is Laela? Born and raised in this town, Laela believes that contributing to your neighborhood through volunteer work and socializing within the community are inborn in the people of South Boston. Those innate characteristics are interwoven into every fiber of a South Bostonian’s being. Continuing the traditions that the South Boston community has always practiced, the features Stepping Up and Stepping Out are two ways in which old AND new residents can find opportunities to do what Southie has always done: give back. Both “born and raised” and the new Southie generation will be able to carry on these practices. 16 SOUTHBOSTONTODAY • www.southbostontoday.com September 19, 2013

CASTLE ISLAND ASSOCIATION SENIOR SHUTTLE SCHEDULE SATURDAY AND SUNDAY JUNE 15 - NOVEMBER 2, 2013 WEATHER PERMITTING 10:00a - 24 Bellflower St. 10:10a - Devine @ Old Colony Ave. (Task Force Building) 10:15a - 185 West Ninth St. 10:20a - Telegraph St. @ Dorchester St. 10:30a - Farragut Rd. @ East Broadway 10:35a - Drop off Castle Island 10:50a - Castle Cove (Bolton St. Side) 11:00a - 200 D St. (Condon School) 11:10a - 120 H St. 11:20a - 199 H St. 11:25a - Farragut Rd. @ East Broadway 11:30a - Drop off @ Castle Island 11:45a - 1380 Columbia Rd. (Compass Bay) 11:55a - 120 L St. 12:05p - Farragut Rd. @ East Broadway 12:15p - Drop off @ Castle Island

12:30p-2:00p Shuttle from residential locations in South Boston to Castle Island (seniors may call the shuttle company 617-268-4110 the day prior to schedule a ride during this time period).

Return Trips: 2:30p-4:00p. Shuttle from Castle Island to various drop off locations in South Boston. Shuttle vehicle will return every 20 minutes. Departure times are as follows (subject to traffic delays at the Island) 2:30p, 2:50p, 3:10p, 3:40p, 4:00p. THE LAST DEPARTURE FROM CASTLE ISLAND WILL BE AT4p.

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637 East First St UNIT 306 $702,000 9/5/13 4 2 1270 Thinking About Condo Selling or 6 M St UNIT 5 $700,000 9/4/13 5 2 1143 Condo Buying? 150 Dorchester Ave UNIT 204 $699,900 9/4/13 4 2 1474 Condo

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112 West Seventh Street $604,000 9/4/13 8 2 1732 Two Family

1 Onslow Terrace $575,000 9/4/13 7 1.5 1496 Single Family

3 Brewster Street $575,000 9/4/13 10 3 2304 Two Family

152 O St UNIT 1 $539,900 9/4/13 5 2 1285 Condo

5 Cottage Street $527,500 9/6/13 8 2 1890 Two Family

110 West Third St UNIT 3 $470,000 9/9/13 4 1.5 1100 Condo

173 H St UNIT 1 $450,000 9/5/13 4 1.5 1050 Condo Mary McCarthy Collins, James Collins, Linda Perry Jim Collins, Jill Karwoski, Tracy King, Timothy Bradeen 412 East Third St UNIT 2 $444,000 9/11/13 4 1.5 781 Condo

90 M St UNIT 3 $391,500 9/5/13 3 1 1127 Condo

90 G St UNIT 1 $390,000 9/9/13 4 1 915 Condo OLD 28 Vinton St UNIT 1 $385,000 9/6/13 4 1 832 Condo

227 D St UNIT 1 $375,000 9/4/13 4 1 773 Condo Maryann Crush, President 148 West Third St UNIT 2 $363,000 9/5/13 4 1 745 Condo

128 Tudor St UNIT G $350,000 9/5/13 4 1 815 Condo

137 Dorchester St UNIT G-B $333,500 9/4/13 4 1 1015 Condo

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292 E St UNIT 2 $320,000 9/5/13 3 1 568 Condo MCM PROPERTIES 320 West Second St UNIT 304 $315,000 9/9/13 4 1 450 Condo 917 East Broadway, South Boston, MA 02127 549 East Fourth St UNIT C3 $225,000 9/4/13 2 1 410 TEL 617.268.5181 Condo www.southbostontoday.com mcmproperties.com 18 SOUTHBOSTONTODAY • www.southbostontoday.com September 19, 2013

Loyalty, Pride and Gratitude at Sunday’s Vietnam Memorial

SOUTH BOSTON TODAY By John Ciccone had the honor to speak with Tom Lyons early last week regarding Sunday’s I32nd Anniversary of the South Boston Vietnam Memorial dedication. Tom and his great and truly magnificent committee had been working hard as they do every year putting together the lineup of speakers and program for the event; no easy task. He was hoping for a great day as far as the weather and also hoping for a good turnout. He got his wish on both. The morning was picture perfect; just the right temperature to make it comfortable for everyone and the sun could not have been any brighter. And the turnout? This is South Boston and even after 32 years the spirit remains and the 25 men who gave their lives for their country during the Vietnam War are still in the hearts and minds of a proud and grateful community. It was an impressive event to be sure. The 10:30am Mass at St. Brigids Church is almost always crowded, but this event was special as it is every year and the beautiful and spacious house of worship was jammed for this very moving memorial service. The Bagpipes and drums were a symphony of perfection as they accompanied the United States Marine Color Guard. Father Casey welcomed all to the Church and spoke the words that all in attendance were surely feeling themselves. He gave praise to the memory of those fallen veterans as well as to the many Vietnam Veterans who did return home who were dutifully in attendance to remember their brothers. He also praised the current active military who continue to serve our country today and always stand guard in a dangerous and uncertain world. After a moving Mass, the crowd which had swelled to massive size made its way over to Medal of Honor Park just across the street for the dedication itself. As the color guard, the many veterans in attendance and the families of those being remembered were filing by I got to talk to a lot of friends, neighbors and fellow residents and it was clear that a strong and glowing sense of pride in what was taking place filled them with emotion. Could there be any other urban community anywhere in the Northeast that could have pulled off something so spectacular as what took place last Sunday? Doubtful. Could anyplace in the entire world have it continue just as big and with such enthusiasm for 32 years? Most would September 19, 2013 SOUTHBOSTONTODAY • www.southbostontoday.com 19 20 SOUTHBOSTONTODAY • www.southbostontoday.com September 19, 2013

say that would be Impossible. For 32 years South Bostonians have crowded into the same church and attended the ceremony at the same park; no matter what the weather and paid tribute to 25 of this town’s heroes because here, in South Boston, we never forget those who made the ultimate sacrifice for their country and for their neighborhood. That enthusiasm and pride and gratitude felt about having the opportunity to honor them was just as strong last Sunday as it was that first Sunday more than 3 decades ago when the Vietnam Memorial was first unveiled. The Guest of Honor, Lieutenant General R.E.Milstead. Jr., Deputy Director. United States Marine Corps, a military hero himself, was passionatein his speech and seemed duly impressed with the greatness of the event and the enthusiasm of the crowd. There was much to be impressed by. And of course, this year’s memorial ceremony was dedicated to George Eagan; who was a founding member of the South Boston Vietnam Memorial Committee that got the ball rolling back then. George passed away recently at an age much too young and is missed dearly by family and friends alike. Here again the loyalty factor surfaces and the other committee members; being who they are, made it a point to honor and pay tribute to him for all the work he has done. As most know, George Eagan was one of the greats. A former Marine, infantry, he met his wife Marie, also a Marine when they were both in the Corps. He was an Iron worker for Local 7 and headed up Veteran’s Affairs. In fact, he was one of the finest advocates for veterans the area could have ever asked for. Whether it was his time served in the Marine Corps, his days as an Iron Worker or his duties as a veteran’s advocate, it was always said of George Eagan ‘He never had a bad day at work’. He truly loved what he did. And of course, He loved his family and they loved him. His grandchildren would affectionately refer to him as ‘Sergeant Papa’. Some were upset that there was little to no coverage of this beautiful event by the major news media. Had there been a shooting, stabbing or if someone spray painted a racist word on a wall they would have descended on the park like vultures. This we all know and have come to expect. But who cares and really, who needs the media? We don’t need the press to tell us how great the people in this town are or about how truly special this event was and is every year. We know it and even they, the dolts in the press know it as well even though they refuse to acknowledge it. Dan Marrota, a longtime friend and a Vietnam Vet himself (USAF) said he was “glad that so many people still remember our fallen heroes and after so many years, still turnout in such huge numbers.” Guy Mirisola, another old friend and Vietnam Vet (USMC) said “Seeing this great outpouring of support is enough to bring tears to the eyes.” And that pretty much covered the sentiments of everyone on this beautiful September morning. Loyalty, pride and gratitude were on display as this community remembered once again and it seems, always will. 22 SOUTHBOSTONTODAY • www.southbostontoday.com September 19, 2013 South Boston Chamber of Commerce 14th Annual South Boston Street Festival Enormous Success

SOUTH BOSTON TODAY by David Pollard he 14th Annual South looking to get the word out about what Boston Street Festival took each business and organization has to Tplace on Saturday on East offer the people of Southie. Broadway, giving local businesses and The first organization we spoke organizations the opportunity to gather with was Next Step Living - a home with the South Boston community in efficiency energy company working a fun-filled atmosphere. Amidst the with Renew Boston and Mass Save to entertainment, South Boston Today help save people money and energy. was able to speak with multiple groups The representative at Next Step Living September 19, 2013 SOUTHBOSTONTODAY • www.southbostontoday.com 23

booth, Eliza Wagner, said “we will change people’s homes by giving them energy efficient light bulbs, if they don’t have them already. We replace thermostats, shower heads, we will check insulation, and check for combustibles that release carbon monoxide to make sure everyone in the home is safe.” Next Step Living is also a contractor with Renew Boston Solarize, a program from the Mayor’s office that aims to give solar power to the city in bulk at a discounted price. “This program is running until November 30,” Wagner said. “It’s like one giant group discount for the city.” Next Step Living has provided energy assessments to almost 40,000 homes throughout New England, and is able to provide a free home energy assessment for anyone who qualifies. To learn more you can visit nextstepliving.com Of course, the local organizations made their presence heard at this year’s Street Festival. The Woods School of Dance entertained and stole the show, yet again, as the young Irish Step dancers of Southie got up on the big stage and dazzled the audience. Other groups were there to inform, rather than perform. One such group is South Boston Youth Hockey. Kelly Pittman ran the booth at the Youth Hockey programs first ever crack at the Southie Street Festival - the booth was crowded with youngsters shooting at a net set up close by. “We want to get the word out there that we’re revamping our program this year,” Pittman said. “We’re doing a whole new ‘Learn to Skate’ for different age ranges and different skills with some 24 SOUTHBOSTONTODAY • www.southbostontoday.com September 19, 2013 September 19, 2013 SOUTHBOSTONTODAY • www.southbostontoday.com 25

very qualified instructors. Also, we’ll several years now. “There are so many be having a House League sign up and kids here today; a lot of them have Travel teams - if kids want to sign up and been coming over to see what’s up... be on a travel team, we have so many We have self defense classes, karate, young folks out here today, we hope the judo classes, Brazilian jujitsu classes kids will come by and take a shot at the and a women’s self defense class.” net, and maybe sign up” If you missed Nurture, a salon and spa located out on the Southie Youth Hockey booth at 127 L Street, spent the day at their on Saturday, you can find information booth keeping everyone beautiful. at southbostonyouthhockey.com, or like Nurture, if you haven’t visited already, them on their Facebook page. To contact is a little hidden gem in Southie, South Boston Youth Hockey directly providing quality products - some of for information or to sign up your child, which were raffled off on Saturday - as you can email [email protected]. well as spa treatments for men, women Walking through the festival, you and children. Susan Devlin, the owner, saw plenty of fun activities for the was there to represent Nurture, and kids. The Ultimate Self Defense and beyond braiding girls’ hair, she and Performance Center located at 12 B her crew of stylists were happy to be Street had a mat set up where kids were out of the salon and in the street with kicking, punching, and throwing one the community. “A lot of our clients another around (of course under the are from the Southie area,” Devlin supervision of instructors). “We just said. “It’s great to see all of our clients want to promote our center and show and get to say hi to them today - and people we’re about self defense and hopefully we get to meet some new helping kids out,” said Maria Dhami, clients as well.” The one thing that who has been working this booth for couldn’t go unnoticed at the Nurture 26 SOUTHBOSTONTODAY • www.southbostontoday.com September 19, 2013 September 19, 2013 SOUTHBOSTONTODAY • www.southbostontoday.com 27

booth was the high spirits they brought were side by side, one with its wood with them - it was clear they were burning grill and the other with its having fun. “It’s just great to be part of charcoal grill and their teams were such an awesome community that is so doing all they could to keep up with close and so friendly,” Devlin added. the customers looking to try their tasty “We like making our clients happy and treats. Norman Crump had a full array creating good relationships, so it’s nice of prints and other offerings from his to have a day outside of the salon with art gallery at discount prices and he our clients.” looked to be doing very well. Many of Need a ride? Southie Shuttle is the boutiques including Habit saw their another first timer at the South Boston clothing fly off of the racks. Music was Street Festival, but the local commuter a constant as live entertainment gave service is gathering a lot of steam festival go-ers a chance to eat and since it was founded three months ago. enjoy the talented performers. “We’re three months young,” said one Rick and Kathy Vitali were of the Shuttle’s founders, Maryann representing the non-profit Community Crush. “We want to introduce ourselves Merchants USA, a newcomer to the to the rest of South Boston; I think a festival. Community Merchants USA lot of people know who we are. But, is a national organization that helps we’ve only been around for a couple of small businesses and clients of small months and the more people we meet, businesses learn about certain credit the more will learn about us.” card issues and inform them about the Southie Shuttle has been growing various tools available to improve their on the community. “We’ve put almost bottom line and reduce costs. Rick 10,000 miles on the vehicles in less Vitali said the best part of the festival than two months, just in South Boston,” was “the feeling of friendship among Crush added. “Try us out, take a free the folks. We are newcomers this year ride!” To learn more about Southie but everybody feels so comfortable Shuttle’s ride services like them on being here and there’s such a wide facebook, follow them on twitter or visit variety of activities... it’s just a great their website at SouthieShuttle.com atmosphere today.” Lincoln Tavern and Lucky’s Lounge Of course, not every organization is new to the Street Festival. For example, Metro Energy has been a part of the annual event since it started 14 years ago. Not only that, but Thomas Markarian has been the man at the Metro Energy booth every year since the Festival began. At this point, Metro Energy is a well known heat and oil company, and is simply there to show the community its support, and Thomas enjoys gathering with his community. “I’ve been here for 14 years, it’s wonderful to be here - this is where we started, here in South Boston... We’ve expanded into other areas of Boston, into the surrounding communities, but it’s always great to be here at our hometown festival, it’s a wonderful time.” These are just a few of the organizations and local businesses that made up this year’s South Boston Street Festival. Beyond the activities and the great time had by all, it truly is a chance to get to know your community businesses and organizations a little better. It’s clear that South Boston is a place that many businesses and groups want to be a part of, and the ones that are here have a lot to offer. 28 SOUTHBOSTONTODAY • www.southbostontoday.com September 19, 2013

Young Artists – Come and Paint with Us! oung at Arts’ painting on Monday afternoons from 4:30 to Community Health Center and the classes will resume on 5:30 pm. All painting materials will South Boston Arts Association. “Y Monday, September be supplied. The youngsters will be We look forward to seeing you on 30 at St. Vincent Church Parish painting in acrylics led by renowned Monday September 30th at 4:30 Meeting House, (across from watercolorist Dan McCole. p.m.! the Church’s main entrance on E This is the sixth session of free For further information contact Street). The sessions are free to painting classes for young painters Mayra Rodriquez Howard at 617 youngsters from seven to 12 years and is co-sponsored by the ‘Young 464-7423 or Dan McCole at 617 of age. The sessions will be held Ambassadors’ of the South Boston 464-4237.

[email protected] or hand- Free Tree Planting Program Launched deliver to SBNDC at 365 West The Plant-A-Tree Program is a program will be continued from its term health and growth (up to a $200 Broadway by September 30, 2013. neighborhood initiative started by launch in the Spring of 2013 and value!). The application deadline for What are Eligible Projects? Southie Trees and the South Boston will provide interested and qualified Fall 2013 is September 30, 2013. Trees must be planted on Neighborhood Development residents (on a first come first serve There will be a mandatory training the applicant’s property by the Corporation to get more trees basis) with a tree, planting supplies, session/planting day on October applicant. There are many types of planted in South Boston. The and the know-how to ensure long- 18th, 2013 at the Gate of Heaven eligible trees that can be planted Church located on 615 E 4th in South Boston and we encourage Street. We will be replacing a dead you to choose the type that works Quality Heating Oil & tree in order to teach proper planting best for your yard! You can find the Expert Heating Services methods and tree care. Plant-A-Tree list of approved trees here: www. Program trees will also be available cityofboston.gov/parks/streettrees/ for pick up at this date and location. Tree_species.asp (All trees are Who Can Apply subject to availability from the Customer service is our business Any resident living in South nurseries, but we will work with you to find the perfect tree for you). - Heating Oil Discounts Boston can apply to the Plant-A-Tree - Automatic Delivery Program. Residents must be able to In addition to a free tree, Plant- - Budget Payment Plans plant the tree on their property in a A-Tree will provide you with all - Complete Heating Service yard or adjacent green space. the supplies needed for planting. How to Apply Contact: Devon Grodkiewicz 641 East Broadway, South Boston, MA 02127 • 617-268-4662 It’s easy! Just fill out the one page Program Coordinator Southie Trees www.metroenergyboston.com application found at southietrees. [email protected] 617- techboston.com and email to 268-9610 September 19, 2013 SOUTHBOSTONTODAY • www.southbostontoday.com 29

SOUTH BOSTON YOUTH SOCCER What a great weekend! The weather was UNDER 12 & UNDER 18: 3:00 p.m. HEAT / RED ROCKETS Gina Provenzano. All around team player great. Just a couple of reminders before we And now on to a recap of the games: The Metro Energy Heat played a fabulous May Lafferty. begin a recap of last week’s games. game. Following last week’s hattrick, Aidan The Hornets sponsored by Jeffrey COACHES: Remember it is important to UNDER 4 DIVISIONS: scored two goals this week and Benjamin Chubb Associates scored two goals by turn in score sheets. If you do not pass one in SMALL FRIES / STEPHEN LYNCH scored a goal assisted by Jack and Robbie. Jake Harrison. Diego Alzamora, Pablo there will not be any write up for your team The Small Fries sponsored by Sullivan’s Leila showed terrific hustle on the field. Alzamora, Michael Lentini, Patrick Steele, and that is not fair to the children who show up beat out their opponent when Zion Sequoia Andrew was fantastic on offense. Griffin Henry Galinaus, Samantha Brown, Brianna week after week or the Sponsors. Remember and Visalia Brice each scored a goal. Grant made some great saves while manning the net. Mikshenas, Thomas Conlon and Thomas all score sheets must be turned in by Monday Sullivan, John Aiken and Kelsey O’Connor all Audrey showed how to kick the ball. Donovan were awesome. morning at the latest. Also please fill all score played a terrific game. The Red Rockets sponsored by Massport sheets out correctly. For the coaches who The team sponsored by John Hancock did a great job with Jack Hynes scoring a goal. LIGHTNING 2 / FLAMES 0 have the last game in the Under 8 Division on Insurance played a great game. All the players Kevin McBrice and Ella Leeman were the The Massport Lightning shut out their Sunday, please remember to put the equipment did a fantastic job. MVP’S for their team. opponent when Caitlin Fitzgerald and Will away. Also make sure there is no parent or Ahern each scored a goal. Dylan Murtagh, children (that are not playing the game) near SHARKS / GREEN MONSTERS UNDER 8 DIVISION: Jake Swartz, John Gilmartin, Fiona Gilmartin, the nets during the game. It is a distraction for The Sharks sponsored by FNISports played HOT SHOTS / SILVER HAWKS Thomas Harnan, Patrick Harnan and Tyler the goalie. a terrific game. Goals were scored by Jake The Hot Shots sponsored by Boston Home Morrill played a terrific game. PARENTS: Remember all children need to Greeley and Cameron Stevens. Jacob Baldwin, Inspectors played to a tie with Derek Martinelli, The Flames sponsored by Boston Firefighters wear shin guards. If your child does not have Maggie Jones, Stella Walsh and Evelyn Darin Grady and Brian Quimby each scoring a Credit Union did not score but it was not from them, they can not play. No hats, or jewelry Racvinsky were the MVPs for their team. goal. Olivia Rose McCarthy, Marianne Paez and lack of trying. All the players did a great job. can be worn while playing – this is for the The Happy Green Monsters sponsored by Aidan Garcia played a great all-around game. safety of the children. Also, if you have any Massport did a fantastic job bringing the ball up and The Silver Hawks sponsored by O’Connell MT. WASHINGTON BANK problems at the field, please see one of the down the field. All the players were awesome. Insurance had their goals scored by Ryan SOUTHIE STRONG 0 officers of the league and we will take care Shields, Dylan Picard and Conner Flaherty. The team sponsored by Mt. Washington of all concerns immediately. And remember GREEN NINJAS / GREEN LIGHTNING Benjamin Fennelly did a fabulous job in net. Bank played a great game. All the players to stay away from the goalie while they are The Green Ninjas sponsored by Councilor Caliegh Houlihan, Iris Gjoka, William Mullins, turned in an excellent performance. playing as it is a distraction. All parents should Bill Linehan beat out their opponent for the Grainne Conlon and Kayleigh O’Connor were The Southie Strong sponsored by Stapleton be on one side of the field and the players on win. All the players did a great job. terrific out on the field.\ Florist did not score but played a good game. the opposite side. The Green Lightning sponsored by Molly Keenan, Ryan Leary, Mia DeMichele, Please remember that all players (no Congressman Stephen Lynch just came up FLAHERTY’S GAME / FLYERS Alex Lysakowski, Chris Yebba and Patrick matter what age) and coaches must turn in a short with two goals scored by Elizabeth The Flaherty Gang sponsored by Billy Berry played a super game. concussion certificate. In order to receive Stoddard. Robert Cabral, William Reidy Flaherty’s Gang kicked in one better than their your certificate you can logon to: http:// and Nancih Depina played an all-around opponent for the win. All the players did a UNDER 12 DIVISION: www.cdc.gov/concusssion/headsup/training/ terrific game. James Madden was spectacular terrific job. HOT TOTTIES 2 / LIONS 0 headsupconcussion.html. For children ages manning the net. The Massport Flyers just came up short with The Hot Totties sponsored by Massport 3 to 10 years old you can access another site Terry Markos, Steven Flynn and Jack Reidy shutout their opponent when Jack Flaherty http://brain101.orcasinc/5000/.com. It is a SCOOPS / PAL each scoring goals and an assist by Jarred and Kristian Dhamo each scored a goal. cartoon site and should hold their attention. The South Boston Today Scoops played Fritch. Macklin Zingg played n great two-way Anna Lysakowski did a terrific job on After you have gone through this info you can to a tie with goals by Jack Kelly and Marian game. Sarah Tracey was awesome in net. defense. Elizabeth Powers and Jacqueline go to the other site (see above) and fill out the Condon. Reese Hamilton and Liam Long Aidan Martin and Olivia Daley were fabulous Powers played a fabulous game. info saying you and your child have completed did a super job sharing the goaltending duties. bringing the ball up and down the field. The Lions sponsored by O’Brien Funeral this class. Christine Olmos and Peyton Anastas were Home did not score but never gave up until This is not the rules of the South Boston fabulous as forwards. NINJAS LUE DEVILS the final whistle. Tari Pecevich and Andrew Youth Soccer League. It is mandatory for any The PAL team played a great game and The Ninjas sponsored by Donahue & Markarian played an outstanding game. youth who are involved in activities on City of kept the game even. All the players did a Associates kept the game even with goals Boston properties to take the class. So please superb job. by Sonny McColgan, Teagan Fitzgerald, PERKINS POST 8 / MONSTERS 0 make sure you go to this website. Nolan Young and Mario Blasi. Fiona Burke The team sponsored by the Michael J. SNACK BAR: Please patronize the snack UNDER 6 DIVISION: was spectacular as goaltender. The team Perkins Post #67 went on a scoring spree. All bar. All monies that are brought in at the snack MOOSE played superb. the players did a great job. bar go right back to the local sports teams that DOLPHINS The Blue Devils sponsored by Joe Pace The Monsters sponsored by Eastern use the park, which helps defray some of the The Moose sponsored by The McDonough & Sons played to a tie. All the players did a Bank did not score but still had fun and expenses to the league. Post Ladies Auxiliary were victorious with terrific job. showed some great team spirit. Grace NEW SOCCER BANQUET DATES & goals by James McFarland, Rocco Blasi and Tinlin, Daniel Murtagh, Christian Kinney, TIMES: The Banquet will be held on Saturday, Michael Clark. Great defense by Dakota UNDER 10 DIVISON: Tasia Horne and Rose Harnan played a November 23rd at the South Boston Boys & Hebert. Juliana Novicki displayed great CAHILL KICKERS 4 / HORNETS 2 good game. Girls Club, 230 W. 6th Street, South Boston. teamwork. Big kicks by Ryan McGarrell. The Cahill Kickers sponsored by the Parents are asked to bring desserts. See times Deacon Evriviades made some great saves. Jimmy Cahill Club were victorious again UNDER 18 DIVISION: and age groups below: The Dolphins sponsored by Marian Manor this week with goals by: Alex Fucile with At the time of print no score sheets were UNDER 4: 12 noon had a goal kicked in off the foot of Evan Pierce. two and Evan Markos and Eddie Tirrabassi available for the teams sponsored by Iron UNDER 6: 1:00 p.m. Emily Ramirez, Bryan Berry, Jack Daley and with assists going to Kayla, Nicholas Workers Local #7, Massport, Yankee Bus UNDER 8 & UNDER 10: 2:00 p.m. Derek all played a great game. Jacobs and Corrine Reidy. 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of gifts in the form of errors. Shane handing them an 18-4 walloping apparent that the Southside didn’t Knowles reached base on an infield in game two of their series. From bring their best and the game would error and then scored on a costly the second inning onward it was all not live up to its billing. Joey Magee, error in right field. With the tying Lincoln as they flexed their muscle Joey Venuti, and Tom Destefano all runner on third base, Peter Hourihan and showed the league why they are took their turn on the mound for the tied the game with a sharp infield serious contenders for the title this Warehouse as they cruised easily in single. After a pitching change and year. In their nine run second inning, this one, 9-1. Ryan Martin (2 hits), a groundout to first, Hourihan was Jesse Carlton (2 hits, 3 RBI), Mike Brett Belcastro (2 hits), and Bill in scoring position with the game Kiely (3 hits), and Bob Carlson (2 Corcoran (2 hits) provided the punch winning run. The Islanders decided doubles) all connected with RBI for the Warehouse while Mark Dipari to walk Danny McElaney to face extra base hits. Lincoln would add (2 hits) was the lone hitting star for Sean Morgan. The move appeared five more runs in the third that pretty Southside. to pay off when Morgan hit a lazy much put the game away. John Pels The semi final pairings are now M STREET fly to first but the ball kept sailing (2 hits) led the way for Telegraph set and will begin play on Tuesday, and Hourihan kept running all the while Jim McNiff and Steve Mills September 17th and conclude by SOFTBALL way home. The series was suddenly split pitching duties for Lincoln. Thursday, September 19th. In one tied and the Islanders would only Tuesday’s nightcap saw the series you will see the Playwright SEMI FINALS have minutes to recover from their Warehouse needing a victory as take on the defending champion stunning defeat. they faced elimination against the Shenanigans and the other will have Now with the season on the line Southside Tavern. Following the the Warehouse and Lincoln Tavern in UNDERWAY for both teams, the Islanders took to script that was played the game the ring. These are the top four teams SOUTH BOSTON TODAY the field hoping to forget what just before them, the Warehouse wasted in the league and each have earned By Mark Senna occurred. On the opposite side of little time in getting to work. After the right to extend their season and he quarter final playoff the diamond the Playwright saw an just two innings of play they had contend for the title. It should be a round completed this week opportunity to pounce on a wounded quickly built an 8-0 lead. Leading fun week of exciting and well played T as Shenanigans, Lincoln team and they did just that in the the charge and at the top of the order games with plenty of drama. Tavern, The Playwright, and all first inning. With runners on first were Dan Pencinger (3 hits), Ryan As always, supporting fans can advanced to the semi finals. The and second, Scott Tarentino lifted a Martin (3 hits), and Brett Belcastro follow the league through our best of three series was scheduled slicing drive to right field that eluded (3 hits) who were all enjoying a website (www.sbsports.com), right to start on Tuesday, September the fielder and plated two runs. It great night at the plate. While the here in the South Boston Today, or 16th and conclude on Thursday, was a small lead at the time but offense was firing on all cylinders experience the league up front and September 18th. the runs would be all their pitcher, the pitching and defense was just as personal by taking in a game or Last Monday, trailing by a game Keith Zeweiy, would need as he was good. Joey Venuti earned the series two. Attending our games is always in their series, the Playwright faced performing at the elite level needed tying 11-2 win while scattering six free and the action on the field will elimination against the Nix Mate at this time of the season. hits over seven innings of work. continue to stay heated here in the Islanders. Making matters worse was The Playwright would tack on four The final game of the series was semi finals but it’s still worthy of a the fact that they were down 4-2 with more runs in the second when Sean played on Monday, September 16th night out. Playoff games this week two outs and nobody on base in the Morgan, Zeweiy, and Tarentino all but the long delay didn’t change the will be played Tuesday, Wednesday, bottom of the seventh. However, the delivered RBI hits to increase the momentum that the Warehouse had and possibly Thursday (if necessary) clock never struck midnight for them lead to 6-0. The Islanders never got gained. On a cold and windy night, the with games starting at 6:30 and as they rallied to tie and then win the back on track and slipped quietly into Warehouse took advantage of several 8:10pm. Best of luck to all of our game and eventually the series. the night, 8-1. Southside miscues and quickly built players and teams, have a great week With one out and the bases empty, Tuesday’s action saw the Lincoln another 8-0 lead through just two and we look forward to seeing you at The Playwright received a couple Tavern eliminate Telegraph Hill by innings of play. By this time it was the park.

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