VOL. 113 - NO. 10 BOSTON, MASSACHUSETTS, MARCH 6, 2009 $.30 A COPY AN OPEN LETTER TO GOVERNOR DEVAL PATRICK Dear Governor Patrick: these continuing intrusions In Section 43 of the trans- and impositions. portation bill filed with the What’s more, people who state legislature on Febru- live in these neighborhoods ary 24th there is a provision should not be required to pay that would raise tunnel and the full toll for the harbor bridge tolls for the residents tunnels when making a trip of several Boston neighbor- that may be as little as a Spring hoods. I adamantly oppose couple of miles to get to work, such a proposal, and I be- to go to school or to execute  lieve that you will as well business with the city. Few once the relevant facts have other citizens in the state been considered. are required to pay for a The neighborhoods of quick trip within their own Ahead Charlestown, East Boston, municipality. In fact, the the North End and South transportation bill itself Boston have spent decades they are located. Homes and states that the proposed toll Be sure to move your clocks serving as central hubs for businesses have been dis- would be “for use of any tolled transportation infrastructure turbed for years at a time, bridge or harbor tunnels into AHEAD one hour that is used by residents and sometimes damaged, the city of Boston,” but the th throughout the Common- while the projects were built residents of Charlestown, on Saturday night March 7 , 2009 wealth. The harbor tunnels, or renovated, and every day East Boston, the North End the Central Artery, Logan the people of these neighbor- and South Boston are not go- Airport, the Tobin Bridge, the hoods deal with pollution, ing “into the city of Boston” waterfront and the Massa- noise and congestion — di- when using the harbor tun- chusetts Turnpike helped rect results of these infra- nels. They are already withi- create and enlarge the structure projects — unlike n city limits and should not state’s economy in the 20th that faced by any other com- be forced to pay an increased and 21st centuries, but they munity in the entire state. toll for moving a small dis- News Briefs have also had significant The residential toll exemp- tance within their own city. by Sal Giarratani impacts on the quality of life tion that is now in place is in communities in which an attempt to recognize (Continued on Page 15) Michele McPhee Fights Veteran’s Plate Fee WTKK’S weeknight talk show host Michele McPhee took on a new cause last week. Here Mayor’s Column in Massachusetts, the RMV charges veterans by Thomas M. Menino, Mayor, City of Boston an extra $41.00 fee for a veteran’s plate for their Nearly a decade ago, in 2000, I others struggle to realize their dream vehicles. unveiled Leading the Way, a campaign of homeownership in today’s difficult McPhee wants the fee dropped by $41.00 to that took a comprehensive approach economic climate, we are challenged to honor Bay State Vets. Up in New Hampshire, to addressing Boston’s diverse housing do even more to help create and main- the legislature is doing just that right now in needs. By taking a multi-agency tain stable housing options in Boston. Concord. When McPhee gets on a cause, los- approach to the issue of housing, we That’s why I’m proud to announce that ing is never an option. If the extra fee disap- brought together staff from a cross-sec- we are entering a new phase in our pears, Bay State veterans will be thanking tion of City departments, including the efforts by introducing Leading the Way Eastie’s own voice of the people, Michele Department of Neighborhood Develop- III. I recently joined Lieutenant Gover- McPhee. ment (DND), the Boston Redevelopment nor Tim Murray, along with several top Take a Bite Out of … Authority (BRA), the Boston Housing housing and homelessness advocates Back on Groundhog Day, New York Mayor Authority (BHA), and the Inspectional to outline a vision that will effectively Michael Bloomberg woke up Chuck the Services Department (ISD), to imple- address our City’s housing needs. Al- Groundhog out on State Island. ment effective strategies to improve all though economic uncertainty still pre- The groundhog was not pleased and bit the housing options, including affordable, vails, we are resolved in our focus to mayor. People must have been cheering. That workforce, and market rate housing, for reach out to every neighborhood and ground hog became my hero. Imagine, waking the people of Boston. Through this help people of every income level attain up a poor little animal just for a weather re- collaborative effort, we were able to stable housing. port? Didn’t the mayor of New York have it com- achieve some impressive results that With this goal in mind, Leading the ing? strengthened the quality of life for resi- Way III will focus on workforce housing South End Says Goodbye to dents and dramatically increased the production, rental housing preservation, Christopher Hayes supply of housing in our City. In the revitalization of foreclosure neighbor- Chris Hayes was a South End neighborhood years since introducing Leading the Way hoods, and a plan to reduce long-term legend. He was the kind of community activist I and II, the City of Boston has overseen and family homelessness by 50%. The that keeps a neighborhood safe and viable. He the creation of more than 18,000 units campaign will address changing hous- ran for City Council against Jimmy Kelly back of housing, 5,000 of which have been ing needs across four key areas: in 1983 and this former Hood milkman gave affordable units, while another 9,500 1. Addressing the Foreclosure Crisis Jimmy a real race. Chris was a great guy. affordable units have been preserved. through targeted initiatives focusing on He passed away recently at age 76. A lifelong This represents upwards of $5 billion in foreclosure intervention and stabiliza- and proud South Ender from birth to death. private and public investments. tion of those hardest hit neighborhoods. However, with more individuals and (Continued on Page 14) families fighting homelessness as (Continued on Page 12)

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For two months, I have The central issue is keenly watched discussions money, of course, as the from CSPAN to news reports print newspaper industry MUSAE (THE MUSES) from CNN to reading numer- faces a continuous collapse Greek mythology tells us them as 1. Calliope (she of rich in hymns), the Muse of ous articles at MediaBistro. of ad revenues. Internet- that the Muses were origi- the fair voice); the Muse of serious sacred songs. She is com, which has a flurry of based news doesn’t generate nally the nymphs of springs, epic poetry and eloquence, usually represented veiled articles on media in general the enormous amounts of whose waters gave inspira- the noblest of them all. She and pensive. Lastly, there and newspapers in particu- money required to maintain tion to all who bathed in is usually shown with a wax was 9. Urania (the heavenly). lar. The bevy of media buzz a newspaper company. them. One of these springs tablet; 2. Clio (she that She is the Muse of as- is focused on the newspaper That’s true for both websites was called Castalia. It was extols), the Muse of history tronomy that holds a celes- industry’s survival. I cannot of Seattle’s dailies despite a celebrated place on Mount who is usually represented tial globe. help but be disturbed as I the millions of hits they Parnassus (southern Greece), holding a scroll; 3. Euterpe General belief held that read about the 100 layoffs at receive. where a high priestess of (she that gladdens), the the favorite haunts of the the Providence Journal or the Post-Intelligencer photogra- Apollo was accustomed to Muse of lyrical song. She Muses were certain springs demise of the Rocky Mountain pher Meryl Schenker drew a bathe. usually holds a double located at the foot of Mount News or the financial hard- terse comment when she The early history of Greek flute; 4. Thalia (she that Parnassus, a mountain in ships of The New York Times, inquired about increasing poetry and music includes flourishes), the Muse of com- southern Greece. All of the which owns the Boston Globe. the price of ads. “That’s not many legends about the edy and bucolic (rustic) po- Muses were usually repre- For me, reading the news- the answer. It will take in- Muses, those goddesses of etry. She is usually shown sented as virgin goddesses paper has been a pleasurable novation on the business song in general. Later, as holding a comic mask, ivy with long garments and a ritual since I was six. At 11, side. Right now, Ad Sales is folklore developed, they be- wreath, and a shepherd’s cloak. Musical contests were I began peddling my home- still waiting for Macy’s to came representatives of the staff; 5. Melpomene (she that held in their honor every town’s daily morning news- call,” said Cory Haik, direc- various kinds of arts, sci- sings), the Muse of tragedy five years. Athenians sacri- paper from Monday through tor of content for the Times’ ences, and poetry. Homer, that is identified by the ficed to them in schools, Saturday. Climbing out of bed site. the traditional poet of an- tragic mask that she holds; while the ancient Spartans at 5:30 a.m. and trudging Seattle Councilman Nick cient Greece, sang of the 6. Terpsichore (she that re- did so before a battle. The god through snowy streets never Locata may have unwit- Muses dwelling on Mount joices in the dance), the Apollo was looked upon as bothered me. There was also tingly pitched the impor- Olympus and singing to the Muse of dancing. She is their leader, with whom they an afternoon daily by another tance of the survival of the lyre of Apollo during the identified by her lyre; 7. shared knowledge of the name. But in 1987 the same city’s two newspapers by in- meals of the gods. Hesiod, Erato (the lovely one), The past, the present, and the newspaper company stopped troducing the conversation: who gave us the first gene- Muse of erotic poetry. She is future. They also gladdened producing the afternoon “This is not about trying to alogy of the gods referred to usually shown holding a the hearts of men and gods newspaper. save Hearst’s paper (Post- the Muses as the nine small lyre; 8. Polymnia or with their music. For its longtime loyal older Intelligencer). It’s about say- daughters of Zeus. He listed Polyhymnia (she that is NEXT WEEK: Museum readers — even the many ing our community needs kids who lost their jobs intelligent discourse and delivering the afternoon professionals who check OBAMA WHITEWASHES IRAN daily — life without one of facts.” our two hometown newspa- Another Hearst Corp. The President’s Outreach Evades the Record of pers took time to adjust to. newspaper, the venerable Yet like lots of changes in life San Francisco Chronicle, must U.S. Policy Toward Iranian Aggression everybody forged ahead and slash hundreds of positions by Elan Journo adapted nicely. to prevent selling or closing In his address to the joint dreaming up schemes to jihadists in Iran and else- That era of newspaper pro- “within weeks.” Last year, session of Congress, Presi- bribe Iran into releasing the where, viewed our response duction preceded the emerg- the Chronicle lost $50 million. dent Obama said that “We hostages — while bending to the Beirut bombings as ing Internet age by eight Since December, the Chicago cannot shun the negotiating over backward to enable the further proof that their ideo- years. So there have always Tribune, the Los Angeles table” in conducting our for- regime to save face. In the logically driven war was a vi- been newspapers doomed for Times, the Philadelphia Daily eign policy. He’s previously end Khomeini’s Islamist the- able cause. And so, inspired failure. But the enjoyment of News and Philadelphia elaborated that “if countries ocracy collected a handsome by Iranian aggression, the reading the Sunday comics Inquirer have declared bank- like Iran are willing to payoff for its aggression, and anti-American jihad kept section with its glut of color- ruptcy. unclench their fist, they will concluded, rightly, that if at- ramping up. ful images hasn’t taken hold The newspaper that in find an extended hand from tacked, America would Maybe Obama meant the with anybody younger than 1974 brought down the presi- us.” And Iran’s president crumple to its knees. fabled halcyon days of the 30. Thus, the slow slide to- dency of Richard Nixon in Ahmedinijad tentatively wel- Was Obama thinking of the 1990s, when President ward oblivion has the news- the Watergate scandal, the comes “talks based on mu- 1980s? In April 1983 Iran’s Clinton tried to mend fences paper industry, and those Washington Post, suffered a tual respect and in a fair at- jihadist proxies in Lebanon with Iran? who eagerly look to reading 77 percent decline in its mosphere.” rammed a truck bomb into In 1996 a team of jihadists their favorite newspaper in fourth quarter profit. Just a The shared idea, evi- the U.S. Embassy in Beirut; — financed and trained by the morning, in a quandary. year ago the daily newspa- dently, is that our conflict the Reagan administration Teheran — blew up the Seattle, Washington, faces per raked in $25 million, but with Iran stems largely from responded by doing nothing. Khobar Towers building in the dreadful possibility of not lost $14.4 million in the a past failure to use so- Months later, encouraged by Saudi Arabia, killing 19 having a daily newspaper at fourth quarter. And Newsday, called diplomacy to settle dis- Washington’s inaction, Te- American servicemen. all! Both The Seattle Post- the Long Island newspaper, putes. Alluding to George W. heran issued a kill order — Clinton’s administration Intelligencer and The Seattle lost a whopping $407.6 mil- Bush’s supposedly tough via its ambassador in learned that Iran was be- Times are in dire fiscal lion in the fourth quarter. policy, Obama has said he Syria—to its allied groups in hind the attacks. But Wash- trouble. The Post-Intelligencer So at whose doorstep do we wants to restore “the same Beirut. Early one morning, ington brushed aside any may close within weeks. drop all this dreary news respect and partnership that an Islamist suicide bomber notion of retaliating against The issue of the large North- about the newspaper indus- America had with the Mus- set off a massive explosion Iran, in order to facilitate a west city without a news- try? Nearly all of the articles lim world as recently as 20 at the barracks where U.S. “reconciliation” with that paper is so serious that 150 I read — some two dozen — or 30 years” ago. marines were sleeping and murderous regime. In an attended the “Seattle As A agree that the current eco- Really? Thirty years ago killed 241 of them. eerie parallel with today, No-Newspaper Town” event nomic crisis has added to this November, followers of Reagan spouted hot air Iran expressed its openness in City Hall last Thursday. the industry’s misery. But Ayatollah Khomeini, who about not backing down — to U.S. groveling — an oppor- Members of both news- still more point to the real spearheaded Iran’s Islamic and soon after ordered the tunity Clinton seized. papers, Internet writers, and crux of the matter: the se- revolution, stormed the U.S. U.S. troops to bug out. The So, Clinton attended a academics engaged in spir- vere losses of advertising embassy in Teheran and jihadists wanted America speech by Iran’s leader at the ited dialogue ranging from revenues in the Internet took the personnel hostage. out, they slaughtered our U.N.; the administration also the importance of separating age. Ads are the lifeblood of President Carter gently ad- troops, and we caved in and permitted the sale of much- out a newspaper’s commit- any newspaper and maga- monished Iran, but ruled out gave them what they needed aircraft parts to Iran, ment to higher standards zine; that lack of a once- military retaliation. 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Cape Cod Melody Tent’s Kaleidoscope Children’s Theatre Pamela Donnaruma, Publisher and Editor 5 Prince Street, P.O. Box 130135, Boston, MA 02113 Has a New Home in Boston/Saugus 617-227-8929 617-227-8928 FAX 617-227-5307 For over two decades, The South Shore e-mail: [email protected] Music Circus and Cape Cod Melody Website: www.BostonPostGazette.com Tent’s audiences have enjoyed profes- sional children’s theatre presenting all Subscriptions in the United States $30.00 yearly the musical classics. Published weekly by In December, Saugus became a year- Post-Gazette, 5 Prince St., P.O. Box 130135, round venue for Kaleidoscope. Boston, MA 02113 On March 15th, at 2pm you can enjoy USPS 1538 – Second-Class Postage paid at Boston, MA Little Red Riding Hood for one show only POSTMASTER: Send address changes to the on stage at The Saugus Senior Center, POST-GAZETTE - P.O. Box 130135, Boston, MA 02113 466 Central Street, Saugus, MA. Seats can be reserved by calling 781-231-4178, James V. Donnaruma Caesar L. Donnaruma Phyllis F. Donnaruma purchased at The Saugus Senior Center 1896 to 1953 1953 to 1971 1971 to 1990 or at the door the day of the each show. Vol. 113 - No. 10 Friday, March 6, 2009 Moms are always admitted free and ice cream is included with every tic- ket! Bring your camera because there is GUEST EDITORIAL also a free cast meet and greet photo ses- sion after each show! This year-round BREAKING NEWS series will include shows like Goldilocks, Frog Prince, Sleeping Beauty, Beauty and FEBRUARY 25, 2009 the Beast, Aladdin and more!! by Edward P. Shallow In a unanimous decision, the Supreme Court of the United States today issued a landmark First Amendment ruling clear- ing the way for governments to accept permanent monuments HUNGER: No One Should Face it Alone of their choosing in public parks. The decision comes in the case of Pleasant Grove City Register for The Walk for Hunger, May 3 versus Summum, a critical First Amendment case in which The demand for emer- emergency food programs in come and encouraged. the American Center for Law and Justice (ACLJ) represented gency food has never been 128 Massachusetts cities Mayor Thomas M. Menino, the Utah city in a challenge to display of the Ten Command- greater. Pantries and meal and towns. Last year, these 7NEWS, KISS, and JAM’N ments in a city park. programs supported by funded agencies served 43.4 will be at the start line to The decision represents a resounding victory for govern- Project Bread, Massachu- million meals to those in greet you. To register, visit ment speech. The decision gives government the right to setts’ leading antihunger need. In the City of Boston, www.projectbread.org/walk speak for itself and the ability to communicate on behalf of organization, have never Project Bread funds 92 or contact Project Bread at its citizens. It is a significant decision that clears the way been more crucial. And The emergency food programs 617-723-5000. for government to express views and its history through the Walk for Hunger, Project like the American Red Cross About Project Bread selection of monuments — including religious monuments Bread’s annual fundraiser, of Massachusetts Bay, the As the state’s leading and displays. This decision also puts a bookend on the liti- has never been timelier. On Women’s Lunch Place, and antihunger organization, gation surrounding the display of the Ten Commandments May 3, thousands of people Rosie’s Place. Project Bread is dedicated to that has been taking place for years across the country. will come to Boston for the “These are tough times, alleviating, preventing, and The critical question before the Court was, “Can a city decide 20-mile pledge walk to raise and all of us know it,” says ultimately ending hunger in which permanent, unattended monuments, if any, to install money during the 41st Walk Ellen Parker, executive di- Massachusetts. Through on city property?” Without dissent, the Court said “Yes.” for Hunger. Every dollar, ev- rector of Project Bread. “Now The Walk for Hunger, the The ACLJ asked the high court to overturn a decision by ery mile, and every volun- more than ever before, we oldest continual pledge walk the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Tenth Circuit that ordered teer hour counts for our need to acknowledge that in the country, Project Bread Pleasant Grove City, UT, to accept and display a monument neighbors in need. Registra- this economic crisis affects provides millions of dollars from a self-described church called Summum because the tion is now open to partici- all kinds of people, and we each year in privately do- city displays a Ten Commandments monument donated by pate. need to stick together in or- nated funds to over 400 the Fraternal Order of Eagles. Project Bread estimates der to get through it. The emergency food programs in In a 9-0 decision announced by Justice Samuel Alito, the there are 522,000 hungry funds raised from The Walk 128 communities statewide. Supreme Court concluded: “In sum, we hold that the City’s people in Massachusetts. for Hunger go directly to pur- Project Bread also advocates decision to accept certain privately donated monuments while Hunger exists in nearly ev- chase emergency food for systemic solutions that pre- rejecting respondent’s is best viewed as a form of govern- ery community throughout hungry people. And the Walk vent hunger in children and ment speech. As a result, the City’s decision is not subject Massachusetts and affects for Hunger, 40,000 Walkers that provide food to families to the Free Speech Clause, and the Court of Appeals erred in the state’s most vulnerable strong, sends out the mes- in natural, everyday set- holding otherwise. We therefore reverse.” citizens — children, the eld- sage that we are all in this tings. With the support of the The high court concluded that the government has the right erly, the disabled, the unem- together.” Governor and State Legisla- to speak for itself without violating the Constitution. “The ployed, and, increasingly, Please consider becoming ture, the organization has Free Speech Clause restricts government speech; it does those who have jobs but just a walker, a volunteer, or invested millions in grants not regulate government speech … A government entity has can’t make ends meet. making a donation. Project to community organizations the right to ‘speak for itself’ … it is not easy to imagine how With the help of 40,000 Bread’s goal is to get every- that feed children where government could function if it lacked this freedom … A Walkers and 2,000 Volun- one on board. No contribu- they live, learn, and play. government entity may exercise this same freedom to express teers, Project Bread’s Walk tion is too small. Teams, as For more information, visit its views when it receives assistance from private sources for Hunger funds over 400 well as individuals, are wel- www.projectbread.org. for the purpose of delivering a government-controlled message.” This decision is a great victory for the American people and should be hailed as such. The ACLJ is to be commended for Leap into Spring! their presentation before the Court that was instrumental in the successful 9-0 conclusion by the Court. March 8 at Franklin Park Zoo Year of the Frog may be over, but the am- phibian crisis is not. Turn your clock ahead and come learn how you can be a friend to frogs through fun games and activities. At Franklin Park Zoo, celebrate our amphib- ian friends, as well as the start of spring, with some froggy fun in a special education program! The Leap into Spring program will be held from 10:30 to 11:15 a.m. for chil- dren ages 3 to 4, and from 1:00 to 2:00 p.m. for children ages 8 to 10. To register, call 617-989-3742. Sing-a-Longs with Su Eaton! Every Sat- urday in March, 11:00 a.m. – Noon. Escape the winter chill and bring your little ones down to the always-balmy Tropical Forest for family entertainment provided by our pro- Send letter to: Pamela Donnaruma, Editor, fessional children’s entertainer during our The Post-Gazette, P.O. Box 130135, Boston, MA 02113 Saturday Sing-a-Longs! Wildly popular children’s entertainer, Su Eaton, will per- form every Saturday in March. 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FinanciallySpeaking with Ben Doherty THINKING OUT LOUD THE ECONOMY WORST SINCE 1982 by Sal Giarratani The U.S. economy deterio- GE joins a parade of compa- NYSE. Investors were un- rated far more than previ- nies to cut its dividend by settled by the losses and that Together, we can get Whacked ously thought. The fourth 68%. GE reduced its dividend Citicorp agreed to turn over Remember when Governor used “luxury” car, 13 years quarter according to new fig- to .10¢/quarter for the first a big piece of itself to the Patrick on his campaign old. Fifty-three bucks even ures of government data cast time to 71%. It will save $9 government. The news that trail back in 2006 said, “Yes, seems too much. new doubt about the chances billion now when cash is the gross national product we can” and everybody hooted Government seems to of a recovery this year. The king. The shares fell 90% in fell at 6.2% in December was and hollered. Yet he never have forgotten what its mis- fall off in consumer spending the past year to $8.625. On difficult for the market. The finished the sentence, “can sion is. Is it to eat up tax- and gross domestic product Friday, Citicorp and Black- good news was that oil prices what?” payers? Or to serve us? Re- declined at a 6.2% rate in the stone Group also cut their stayed low @ $45/bll., which The Commonwealth is in member, that old episode of fourth quarter, according to a dividends. Instead of support- helped. GAP’s fourth quarter better shape than most. “Twilight Zone” where aliens Commerce Department re- ing the market these stocks fell 14% and 8.3% more than California seems to be sink- come down to Earth and port on Friday. Until this re- are leading the market analysts expected. It’s plan- ing in red ink drifting out to showed us their book on port, and the prospect of a down. Dividend reductions ning on using lower priced the Pacific. Kansas may soon how to serve humankind. It dismal quarter, 600,000 are up ending retirees who Old Navy to compete on be- file Chapter 11. We have a turned out to be a cookbook people filed new claims for depend on this income to half of the company. MetLife, pretty good rainy day fund, and we were on the menu. unemployment insurance, cover their living expenses. the biggest U.S. life insurer, but for how long? Isn’t that Washington, D.C. and the totals can run to 7.6% GE could have its AAA credit fell the most in five months, The financial meltdown today? in January from 7.2% in De- rating reduced as earnings after being down-graded by is like the 1906 San Fran- No one gets it. We get cember. The first quarter is expect to decline 29% this S&P on further investment cisco earthquake. Both whacked for their mistakes. going to bad said Christina year, up from 22% last year. losses. Other insurers, in- Patrick here and President Chrysler and GM get more Romer, chairwoman of the Mr. Silverblatt of S&P’s said cluding Hartford, and Con- Obama in Washington keep stimuli for their mistakes. Council of Economic Advisors. that dividends will fall 23% seco also took a beating on saying, “Yes, we can.” Those Everybody but us gets stimu- Exports declined at a 24% rate this year, the worst since Friday. Even Warren Buffet magic words and we all re- lus and we get you-know- compared with 20% previ- 1938. Stocks such as NStar lost money in 2008. He re- member when Patrick said, what. ously reported. Meanwhile, yielding 5%, with strong bal- ported a sizeable loss on his “Magic is coming.” What’s the People out of work get growth in both Europe and the ance sheets are in demand. portfolio, and he is bearish on answer? What’s the change promised more unemploy- U.K. fell at 5.9%, so the U.S. This year there were only 45 2009. that’s needed? Higher gas ment compensation when can’t lean on its trading part- increases among 500 compa- AIG may spend another taxes, higher excise taxes they really need jobs. They ners to buy goods and help nies down from 80 in the $30 billion to survive, as buoy business activity. Pri- same period last year. the company reported a $62 and higher RMV fees? can’t promise what they can’t vate investments fell @ 21% Lloyds Banking Group billion loss, the biggest quar- We’re hurting, doesn’t “Sir deliver, but they can prom- in the fourth quarter, this reported a loss of $7.98 bil- terly loss in history. Credit Deval” of Milton know that? ise to just keep throwing snowballs to the first quarter. lion compared to a profit of agencies have been demand- Now, he’s got $11.9 billion in more money into the fire. Saks Inc., expects sales with $397 billion last year. After ing collateral from AIG, erod- stimulus. Where will it be A woman in California stores open at least a year to bailing out RBS Group which ing its capital. The govern- spent? On things we need or loves to have children. Appar- drop by double digits this year includes Citizens. Sir Fred ment agreed to lower the rate things they think they need? ently as many as she can. as Stephen Sadova, CEO, Goodwin, CEO, took a pension to match the London Inter- One U.S. senator from The cost? She doesn’t worry. called the current landscape of $693,000. He lost $24.05 bank Offered Rate or LIBOR. Maryland wants to give a tax We pick up the entire tab. the worst challenge the com- billion last year at the bank. That move would save AIG break to Americans who buy She’s a symbol of the New pany has faced in its 84 year So a knighthood and retiring another $1 billion in interest a new car. HELLO! New car? America which says, “Yes, history. Coach Inc., a leather at 50 is a dream come true payments. AIG is like a spider Most of us are praying the we can screw you six ways to goods leader, laid-off 150 for Fred Goodwin. The tax- web and its tentacles affect $&!@box we have doesn’t die Sunday.” You’re not as im- workers, or 10% of its staff. It payers of England and Scot- everyone. soon. I just got my excise portant as we are. We know is also cutting store openings land are contesting this tax, which is supposed to go better. You elected us, they this year. Kohl’s Corp., said pension. It’s time to call your finan- to roadwork (another joke). say and on that, they are its fourth quarter net income The month of February was cial advisor or call me at My bill was $53.00. I own a sadly right! dropped 18%. the worst month ever for the 617-261-7777. 1-06-11 WHAT IS A GIFT TAX? by Sal Giarratani by Attorney David J. Saliba Talk show host Michele have forgotten, January 6, residents of Winthrop a If you make a gift to any- within three years of your McPhee just ordered her 2011 is the date the next tunnel discount like Eastie. one except to your spouse, death; the value of what you “1-06-11” bumper sticker governor of Massachusetts is You don’t suppose Deval there is a federal gift tax. A gave away is added to your from some activist out in elected. thought of Winthrop out of gift tax return is required if estate for estate tax pur- the western part of the He talks about the culture the blue? Or maybe, he re- the gift exceeds $13,000 in poses. They called that a gift state. Hopefully, once hers of our politics, isn’t he part membered where the new any year. This means that in contemplation of death to arrives we can all order of it? Speaker of the House if you give anyone a gift of avoid an estate tax. Massa- our bumper stickers from In order to seemingly get lives? more than 13,000 in any chusetts has a death tax. It the same source. the gas tax hiked, the Gimme a break. Give me year you must file a gift tax has been called a death tax, For all those cynics who governor is willing to give 1-06-11. return. Failure to file the estate tax, inheritance tax. return subjects you to pen- It all means the same. alties. There may be no tax When you die, what you VMT is Road to Future? due because every person leave behind will be taxed by by Sal Giarratani has a one million dollar life- Massachusetts. The tax can time gift tax exemption but be up to 16% of what you Transportation Secretary debate Governor Patrick’s using GPS technology with you still have to file a gift tax leave. Next time I will write James Aloisi seems eager to .19¢ gas tax hike proposal chips embedded in regis- return. The $13,000 gift about the Federal Estate Tax go for a vehicle miles trav- and the administration tration stickers. They’re each year is not included in and the Massachusetts Es- eled program being explored seems bent on moving for- already doing this in Oregon. the lifetime gift tax exemp- tate tax. If you leave a lot of by the state, saying it is the ward with an even more eva- Said Aloisi, “We know the gas tion. Massachusetts does money both Massachusetts future of transit and for us sive idea. The RMV has been tax will become a dinosaur. So not to worry about our per- exploring a plan to have driv- why wait … now is the time to not have a gift tax. This and the sonal information. ers be electronically charged do it.” means as far as Massachu- Federal Government will Lawmakers are about to based on the miles they drive Senator Scott Brown, setts is concerned you can take part of what you leave R-Wrentham told the Associ- give away any amount with- behind. So live it up-spend- ated Press “It is outrageous, out incurring a gift tax. How- take that trip buy a new car. it’s kind of Orwellian, Big ever, there is a catch. If you Do it all before you die. It’s IDOL EYES Brotherism.” give anything of value later than you think. PERMANENT COSMETICS Aloisi dismissed Brown’s reaction saying, “We can pro- Greater Boston’s Affordable Private Cemetery • EYELINER tect people’s privacy. 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WWW.BOSTONPOSTGAZETTE.COM It’s just madness, isn’t it?” POST-GAZETTE, MARCH 6, 2009 Page 5 Dedicated Partnership with Ocean State Job Lot Flaherty Calls for Provides Support for BMC’s Patients “Contract with Community” What Started as a Donation of 40,000 Pounds of Frozen Chicken Sees Improved Developer-Resident Has Blossomed into Broader Support For BMC’s Mission Relations as Key to Better City Planning Overstock was a common the food would have for pa- BMC and its patients. The Stemming from Harvard’s announcement to keep sitting challenge for Marc Perlman, tients who frequented the Perlmans’ personal support on its vacant Allston property, Mayoral candidate Michael president of Ocean State Job Food Pantry, everyone was for the hospital grew and Flaherty pushed his “Contract with Community” initiative Lot. After all, he had been a willing to adjust to help ac- culminated in a million- to give residents a formal say about what goes in their back- closeout retailer for more commodate such a generous dollar gift to the Moakley yards — and when it goes there. The Harvard issue is only than 25 years. But when he donation.” Building in 2006. the latest example of residents having to pay for bad plan- uncovered an extraordinary Boston Medical Center’s A new phase of Ocean ning and development decisions and broken promises. buying opportunity on Tyson “can-do” attitude deeply State Job Lot’s support for A “Contract with Community” would give residents a cred- chicken that day in 2003, impressed Perlman. Soon af- BMC began in their New ible opportunity to shape the development decisions impact- his biggest challenge was ter, Marc and his wife Claire England stores when they ing their neighborhoods. This agreement would be reached giving it away. toured the hospital and met began selling pinups to raise between the developer, BRA and residents, and will make Nonprofits were interested with Elaine Ullian, president money for cancer care at sure that mutually shared goals and priorities for each de- but storage was a challenge. and CEO of BMC. The Perl- BMC. For four weeks after velopment project are adhered to at the beginning and “It was a lot of chicken,” re- mans saw a hospital always Thanksgiving, customers through the end of the planning and development processes. calls Perlman. “You need willing to go the extra mile are asked to donate a dollar As a cornerstone of Flaherty’s administration a “Contract space and refrigeration and for their patients and staff or more to “Compassionate with Community” would ensure that residents are engaged a nonprofit partner capable members deeply rooted in Cancer Care for Everyone.” at the earliest of planning stages and will hold the city and of making a quick decision.” the mission. A devoted part- The program will easily sur- developers accountable to promises they make to neighbor- The Development Depart- nership soon developed be- pass the half-million-dollar hoods. Such a contract would also put more predictability in ment at BMC stepped up tween the Perlmans, their mark this year in total dol- the processes and prevent the BRA from making sudden, quickly. company, Ocean State Job lars raised. unjustified changes to the plans without residents’ consent. Not willing to turn down Lot, and BMC. “What started with 40,000 “Residents, want to live in a thriving, high quality the opportunity to help its Signs of the Perlmans’ sup- pounds of chicken has community that is safe and healthy,” said Flaherty. “Suc- patients, BMC gladly ac- port, such as the green-and- turned into a partnership cessful developments require strong and supportive residen- cepted the chicken and, white eighteen-wheel Ocean that we are proud to sup- tial communities. A contract signed by all relevant parties while tight on space, found State Job Lot trucks at the port,” says Perlman. “What will give residents a sense of ownership of their communi- a way to store it all. “We had Albany Street loading dock, rang true to Claire and me ties and will lead to better relations between residents and chicken in every available were clearly evident. Packed in 2003 remains steadfast developers.” refrigerator on campus,” re- with food, clothes and coats, today — BMC is diligent in Flaherty’s push for his “Contract with Community” comes calls Norman Stein, vice these oversized care pack- its efforts to provide excep- the week after he called on Harvard to agree to a morato- president of Development at ages have nourished an im- tional care for everyone in rium prohibiting them from purchasing additional property BMC. “Knowing the impact portant lifeline between the Boston community.” before they developed the property they already owned. Harvard responded by saying it will not agree to such terms. East Boston Resident Makes Honor Roll at Brimmer and May School Annual Country Fair East Boston resident Christopher Diana Wong-Pellegrino. On Sunday, March 29, 2009, St. Francis of Assisi Church, Pellegrino ‘11, made Honor Roll at the Brimmer and May is a Pre-K-12, coeduca- 42 Sciarappa Street in East Cambridge, Massachusetts will Brimmer and May School for Semester I tional, independent day school which serves hold its annual Country Fair. The doors open at 3:00 PM. (Upper School). To earn Honors, a student a student body from more than fifty com- So join us to meet our parishioners and participate in the must have at least an overall B average. munities in Greater Boston and ten foreign many articles which will be available. A great raffle will be Christopher is the son of Ben Pellegrino and countries. held with winners of $1,000, $300 and $200 prizes. Introducing the best thing to happen to TV since HD:

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BCX1I-1P-020209V1-A1MA Page 6 POST-GAZETTE, MARCH 6, 2009 Frightened by Bennett Molinari and Richard Molinari Res Publica by David Trumbull Frightened, there is no possibly as high as 11-12% serving as a further impedi- other word to describe what when the long term unem- ment to recovery. so many of us are feeling ployed who have given up The rescue bill proposed by President Obama to Push for Failed, during this time of economic searching for work and the President Obama is consid- Job Destroying NAFTA-Like Deals for uncertainty. The economy underemployed are taken ered by its opponents to be seems to be unraveling with into account. too large in scale with only Central and South America and Far East job losses numbered in the The high levels of employ- approximately one third of On March 2, 2009, the on June 28, 2007. Panama tens of thousands as compa- ment we enjoyed in the US the total amount directly al- office of the United States approved the TPA on July 11, nies lay off workers in re- until recently might not be located to job creation. The Trade Representative pub- 2007. The United States sponse to slumping sales. In possible to attain, at least in lion share of the bill is a lished 2009 TRADE POLICY has not yet approved the the past two weeks we have the near future even with Christmas tree loaded up AGENDA AND 2008 AN- agreement. received calls from three the recent passage of Presi- with pet projects that have NUAL REPORT of the Presi- He plans to establish friends of ours who were re- dent Obama’s colossal stim- been sitting on back burn- dent of the United States benchmarks for progress on cently laid off from their jobs. ulus package. We have re- ers during the Bush admin- on the Trade Agreements the Colombian and South Ko- All three women are very lied on vast amounts of debt istration and now brought Program. I have just begun rean free trade agreements. bright and capable, all three to create what has proven to forward in a feeding frenzy to examine the 467-page The United States and were long term employees of be an unsustainable level of of legislative activity. It is document, but it clearly is Colombia signed the United their respective companies, prosperity. Large segments time that our political and radically different from what States-Colombia Trade Pro- all three are now looking for of our economy leveraged business leaders put petty many Obama supporters motion Agreement (CTPA) in jobs. with enormous debt em- self interest aside for we as thought they heard him say November 2006 and a Proto- The prospect of being un- ployed according to inflated a nation have been driven to on the campaign trail. While col of Amendment in June employed in this economy is needs. Now that the econ- the brink of disaster as a candidate Obama criticized 2007. The Colombian Con- frightening. Companies are omy is deleveraging and tril- consequence. the North American Free gress approved the agree- downsizing as demand for lions in capital melt away We are passing on an Trade Agreement (NAFTA) ment and protocol in 2007. their products and services it seems improbable that enormous burden of debt to that his Democratic prede- The United States has not dry up. Recently five thou- Obama’s plan can suffi- the next generation. The cessor Bill Clinton pushed yet approved the agreement. sand people turned up at a ciently counter the process fear and uncertainty ex- though Congress in 1993, The United States and the job fair looking for one of the of contraction and thus have pressed in the voices of our President Obama now seeks Republic of Korea success- few jobs that were being of- re-employed the hundreds of friends after losing their jobs to expand the NAFTA model fully concluded the negotia- fered, a sad commentary on thousands who have lost is echoed throughout the to include Panama, Colom- tion of a free trade agree- our state of affairs. We are their jobs. nation as hundreds of thou- bia, and South Korea. ment on April 1, 2007 and in the midst of an economic President Obama’s stimu- sands each month add to the According to the report — signed the United States- “melt down” unlike anything lus plan is far too costly, with unemployment rolls. It is The President plans to ask Korea Free Trade Agree- we’ve experienced since the interest it tops one trillion possible to turn things Congress for Trade Promo- ment (KORUS FTA) on June Great Depression driven by three hundred billion dollars, around; we have done it in tion Authority (TPA). For- 30, 2007. The KORUS FTA is greed, selfishness and a plunging the US further in the past. The road back to merly called “fast track.” TPA the most commercially sig- reckless attitude toward debt debt, relying on money bor- prosperity is negotiated is an Act of Congress that nificant free trade agree- that has become pervasive rowed primarily from China, through selfless determina- authorizes the President to ment the United States has in our society. The unem- a tax burden that will be tion and a commitment to negotiate and sign a free concluded in 16 years. ployment figure officially passed on to future genera- a common purpose, rare trade agreement (FTA) with He pledged to continue this given at 7.6% is estimated tions. In addition his plan qualities in this era of hyper another country or coun- country’s commitment to the to be substantially higher, will raise taxes on business partisanship. tries, with the provision that World Trade Organization’s the FTA will be brought to (WTO) system of multilateral Congress for approval by both trading rules and dispute houses on an up-or-down settlement. School Politics Rides those Buses to the Poor House vote with no amendments. He expressed his support The President hopes to for a strong, market-opening by Sal Giarratani move on the Panama Free agreement for both goods and “Using busing as a tool to I grew up in Roxbury and school’s providing a good edu- Trade Agreement quickly. services in the WTO’s Doha erase past racial disparities is lived in Charlestown during cation for the city’s children, The United States and Round negotiations. not just bogus, it is foolish.” the 70’s when Judge Garrity’s all the city’s children. Panama launched negotia- David Trumbull is the — Boston Phoenix Editorial, court order split the city Back in 1974, Boston’s tions of a free trade agree- chairman of the Boston Ward February 6, 2009. apart and actually hurt the 98,000 students were mostly ment in April 2004 and Three Republican Committee. very students he was trying white. Today, that is far concluded the negotiations Boston’s Ward Three includes “Anytime you talk about to help. from the case with African in December 2006. The two the North End, West End, school transportation, you are The problem as the liber- Americans and Latinos mak- governments signed the part of Beacon Hill, down- talking about Boston’s painful als saw it was that Boston ing up 87 plus percent of BPS United States-Panama Trade town, waterfront, Chinatown, past. But we must see if cur- had a segregated school sys- students. Promotion Agreement (TPA) and part of the South End. rent policy is hurting Boston’s tem. I think they were incor- Today busing is about future.” rect. Boston had ethnic and transportation and transpor- — City Councilor racial neighborhoods. Black tation alone. We are pouring NEAA Pre-Season Baseball Clinics John Connolly, neighborhoods. White neigh- $76 million annually to bus The NEAA is offering baseball clinics for boys and girls on February 5, 2009, borhoods. It even had (ghast) less than 32 thousand mostly Saturdays in March 2009, starting on Saturday, March 14th. Dorchester Reporter Chinatown. If Boston neigh- non white students in and Ages 5-7 will be from 1 to 2:30 pm, and ages 8-10 from 2:30 to borhoods were segregated, out of their neighborhoods. 4 pm. The clinics will deal with fundamentals like throwing, Recently, in the Boston how come liberals never The schools have gone down- base-running, hitting, etc., and they will be run by Mr. Jack Globe, Ted Landsmark ques- ever complained about hill and everybody is suffer- Ferullo. Anyone registered for any of the NEAA baseball pro- tioned busing in Boston Chinatown? ing today. The latest news on grams are welcome to attend these pre-season baseball clin- public schools in 2009. The I get off course here. Back 403 teachers being laid off ics. You may also register for any of our baseball programs at Boston Phoenix also editorial- on track, the only thing only makes busing more the clinics. All new little leaguers are encouraged to attend ized that it was time to end African-American parents laughable. the 2:30 to 4 pm clinic sessions, as this will get you ready for busing and use the millions wanted was the same thing Take the money we’re the Tryouts on April 4th. All returning players all welcome to more constructively. as Irish-American parents pouring into gas tanks and attend the clinics. The 11-12 year olds registered for Little Both Landsmark and the in South Boston or Charles- put it into classrooms where League can also attend the 2:30 to 4 pm clinics. Clinics will Phoenix are in agreement town, the same thing as Ital- it is needed more. be held at the Nazzaro Center, 30 North Bennet Street. with me, sadly I was there ian-American parents in the Laying off teachers, cutting NEAA YOUTH BASEBALL PROGRAMS opposing busing back in the North End or East Boston. All teacher positions and creat- NEAA has started registration for the younger kids base- beginning in 1974. anyone wanted was good ing larger classrooms is a ball programs. Clinics on Saturday mornings with Coach rotten educational idea. Dom for ages 4-7 starting in May. T-Ball will most likely be Race will always be an held on Sunday mornings for ages 5-6 and Minor League issue in Boston like it is Baseball for ages 7-8 on Wednesday & Friday evenings at INCOME TAX PREPARATION across America but today in 5:30 pm. All ages are as of April 30, 2009. Registration forms Boston, all parents need to are available at the Nazzaro Center or online at • Financial Services advocate for their children’s NEAAbaseball.com. For more information contact John • Professional Tax Consultant educational needs. It’s time Romano at (617) 880-9901 or e-mail at [email protected]. • Personal & Business to get off the bus and back into the classroom. • Year Round Service LAW OFFICES OF M.P. & CO. TAX & FINANCIAL SERVICES Your Ad FRANK J. CIANO GENERAL PRACTICE OF LAW GRACE PREVITE MAGOON, EA Could Go DIVORCE • WILLS • ESTATE PLANNING • TRUSTS 617-569-0175 Here CRIMINAL • PERSONAL INJURY • WORKERS COMP. 146 Maverick Street, East Boston, MA 02128 617-354-9400 For information about advertising Si Parla Italiano ESTABLISHED IN 1938 e-mail: [email protected] call 617-227-8929 230 MSGR. O’BRIEN HIGHWAY • CAMBRIDGE, MASSACHUSETTS 02141 POST-GAZETTE, MARCH 6, 2009 Page 7 Mrs. Murphy ... As I See It Hope Obama the public. The streets of Nicolina Hair Salon supporters re- Boston are getting cleaned, alize Obama of course all before the lat- OPENS IN REVERE BOMBED! His est snow storm. Why? Be- Stimulus Pack- cause its a known fact that ages BOMBED, and he never public officials always get had a plan for CHANGE! Wall things done in an election Street investors see the year. Money isn’t a problem handwriting on the wall, and during an election year! are selling out. Since he When the election is over, took office, the market its bye-bye to public services, plunges everyday. No one NO MONEY! ... The East Bos- knows when it will bottom ton YMCA is planning their out. The only change Obama outreach breakfast! This or- had in store for us was ganization helps keep the SHOCK! Many diehards will community moving. So, lets shout, give him a chance. support them by attending. This country can’t wait till More to come on this event. he gets it right. We’re If you’re interested you can headed straight into a De- also contact the YMCA for pression! ... Strong rumors details ... Boston City Coun- indicate Suffolk Downs may cilor Sal LaMattina appears get some attention with Bob to be Eastie’s only represen- DeLeo at the helm. Loud tative representing his con- whispers are slots are on stituents. He not only shows their way, and live racing up at every meeting, but will come to an end! The makes a concerted effort to area will be built up with res- expedite problems for East taurants, one restaurant Boston. He deserves higher slated to be built is the Olive office!!! LaMattina recently Garden. The empty oil tanks sent a letter to the author- that sit on Suffolk Downs ity objecting to any tunnel land will come down, and the hike proposals for East Bos- land will be utilized for build- ton and North End. Sal is ing. It sounds like the whole fighting for his people! ... concept is great doesn’t it??? Rumors are Burger King has However, with the economy finally been approved for spiraling downward, where Maverick Square ... The are people going to get the economy has taken a bite A grand opening was held on Sunday, March 1, 2009 at Nicolina’s Salon at money to gamble, or develop from one of our own. M&J 747 Broadway Revere, Massachusetts. The salon is open Wednesday through Saturday, the land? Maybe Obama will Cafe on Sumner Street has which also offers waxing. Nicolina Chiola (center) cuts the ribbon surrounded by family print another trillion dollar closed their doors ... The and friends. Revere Mayor Tom Ambrosino stopped by to welcome this new business Stimulus Package for more good news is, Dozzi’s Break- to Revere. social programs to put people fast Restaurant on Sumner back to work!!! It appears Street, a popular spot for lo- Obama is mapping out a so- cals to gossip for many, cialist country run by the many years is soon to be- Italian Culture Society at Northeastern University government, because money come “Italian Express” a made by capitalists seems to pasta and pizza hot spot ... be flushing down the toilet! Ecco Restaurant on Porter 2009 Carnevale di Verona ... Massport raised their Street, was featured on the by Jackie Bosco parking fees a dollar without Phantom Gourmet recently notice to the public! ... What In today’s generation, it is often difficult an election year will do for (Continued on Page 15) to find young people devoted to preserving the history of where they came from. At Northeastern University, a new student group emerged on campus in the spring of EAST BOSTON MAIN STREETS 2007, devoted to such a cause. The Italian Culture Society has since come a long way Requests Nominations in inspiring students to learn about Italian culture, history and language. Its mission has always remained the same; to bring a to Board of Directors community of students together who share East Boston Main Streets will hold its annual elections a passion for the various cultural aspects for the Main Street board of directors on Thursday March Italians pride themselves on, such as the 26, 2009 from 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM at 146 Maverick Street, language, art, food, architecture, and its rich 2nd floor. All members are encouraged to vote which includes history. any East Boston resident, employee, business owner or As part of Northeastern’s International property owner who has attended at least three Main Street Student and Scholar Institute’s two month Middle-year students Billy Jones and meetings or events in the last year. East Boston Main long cultural celebration of Carnevale, the Jeffrey Touma try out some Mardi Gras Streets is accepting nominations to the board of direc- Italian students made quite an impression masks. tors. This position is a volunteer position which requires with their 2nd annual Carnevale held Tues- (Photos courtesy of Northeastern) two to four hours per month of service to East Boston. day, February 24th. The purpose of this Any East Boston resident, employee, business owner or event was to make others aware that the In the spirit of giving, the group decided property owner who has attended at least three Main Street roots of celebrating Carnevale are actually to collect donations for the Italian Home for meetings or events is eligible to serve on the East Bos- Italian. This year’s theme centered upon Children. The organization started in 1918 ton Main Street board. For further information or to the city of Verona, and the tradition of ‘giv- to take care of the many orphaned Italian make a nomination, please contact the Main Street Office ing to the needy,’ dating back to the 16th children of Boston’s North End. Today it pro- at 617-561-1044 or [email protected]. Also visit century. The activities kicked off with the vides a comprehensive network of services www.ebmainstreets.com for more information about our story-telling of il papa d’gnocco, followed by to children of all demographics. We felt it organization. games and mask-making. The society was was important to donate to a group so closely also presented with a beautiful painting cre- linked with our Italian heritage. ated by a Sicilian artist, in appreciation for As the Italian Culture Society continues All the glory that was Rome ..... Pompei their previous collaboration with the Sicil- to grow at Northeastern, we can only hope ian Association of Greater Boston. The paint- to inspire those within our community to ing was well-received and will be put on dis- preserve and celebrate the cultural values play in the ISSI at Northeastern. we hold dear to our hearts. R.J. 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M TS AS T SACHUSE EVENTS ... JAMES CAPANO 2009I Migliori Awards The Pirandello Lyceum President, Rosario men and woman at the 24th annual I Migliori Cascio has announced this year’s recipients Awards Dinner to be held on Saturday of The I Migliori in Mens et Gesta Award! evening, April 4, 2009. Details are as follows: The Pirandello has recognized a group of I Migliori in Mens et Gesta will be held outstanding Americans of Italian descent on Saturday, April 4, 2009 Reception and who have made important and significant social hour 6:00 PM Dinner, 7:00 PM Hilton contributions to their profession, society Hotel Logan Airport 85 Terminal Road, and to the Italian American community. The Boston. Proceeds from the banquet benefit following are this year’s recipients: the Pirandello’s scholarship fund, which last Dottore Liborio Stellino, Consul General year provided six scholarships to college- of Italy Boston; Dr. John Alcorn, Italian bound students continuing the pursuit of History and Culture; Raffael De Gruttola, Italian language or culture. Additional tick- Education; Honorable Robert De Leo, Pub- ets may be ordered by contacting event co- lic Service; John A. Nucci, Higher Educa- chairperson Dorothy Maio (781) 245-6536 or tion and Public Service; Anna Quadri, Ital- President Rosario Cascio (617) 569-7388. ian Language and Culture; Dr. Pasquale You are requested to make your reserva- Tassone, Music and Music Composition. tions by March 30, 2009. This annual ceremony and Award Dinner The Pirandello Lyceum congratulates this Left to Right: James Capano, State Representative is the highlight of the Pirandello Lyceum’s year’s I Migliori award winners and looks Denise Provost, Wendy Blom and Daniel G. Hurley calendar of events. You are most welcome to forward to sharing this happy evening with Accepting an award from Wendy Blom, Executive Direc- join the Pirandello as we honor these fine you. tor of the Somerville Community Access Television, Inc.,  is James “Jim” Capano of Somerville, Curator of the West End Museum and presently representing the Second Middlesex District as an elected member of the Democratic Italian Opera Concert State Committee. Mr. Capano’s district includes: Medford, Rosario Cascio, President of the Pirandello Il Barbiere Di Siviglia, La Boheme and La Somerville, Winchester and Woburn; State Representative Lyceum, has announced that the Pirandello Fanciulla del West. Mr. Pennington will also Denise Provost of Somerville; Executive Director Wendy annual gala Italian opera aria concert present an artistic piano arrangement. Blom and Daniel G. Hurley of Medford, former member of will be presented on Sunday afternoon, This exciting Boston Bel Canto Opera the Massachusetts Governor’s Council and Democratic March 15, 2009, 2:30pm, at the Dante event is free to all Pirandello members in State Committee. Alighieri Cultural Center, 41 Hampshire good standing. Patrons who join the Hurley and Campano co-host the weekly Cable TV show Street, Cambridge, Massachusetts (617) Pirandello the afternoon of the concert will Somerville Pundit,” a local political call-in show which was 876-5160. be admitted free. Parking is available at the voted the number one community television show by the The repertoire for the concert will be Dante for “early birds”. Overflow parking may Somerville citizens and also among the cable television entirely Italian arias. The renowned Boston be available nearby at the Kendall Theater membership. The call-in TV show is centered around local Bel Canto Opera Company, artistically Garage at a reduced rate with validation and state politics is anticipating being carried in Cambridge directed by Bradley Pennington, will present from the Dante. Follow signs to the Kendall and Boston in the near future with telephone lines open arias from favorite operas such as Caval- Theater. Contact information call (781) 245- for those communities. leria Rusticana, Tosca, Madama Butterfly, 6536; e-mail [email protected]. Others in attendance at the award ceremonies, which was catered by various Somerville restaurants were: Mayor Joseph Curtatone; Senator Patricia Jehlen and Somerville Free Course Targets Backyard Gardeners Alderman-at-Large Dennis J. Sullivan. Master Urban Gardener at Home Program Offered If you have a yard, deck or etables and ornamental other backyard gardeners porch and want to learn plants using environmen- over a period of two years. BABE RUTH LEAGUE more about how to grow tally friendly techniques, de- This provides a great oppor- plants, trees and shrubs, sign planning, urban soil re- tunity for students to solidify take advantage of the up- mediation, organic lawn care, their learning while serving to Start in North End coming Master Urban Gar- plant selection, composting, the larger community. dener at Home (MUGatHOME) and much more. Applications are being ac- Baseball season 12 noon. The age course offered by Boston This comprehensive spring cepted now and can be down- is starting soon requirements are Natural Areas Network. session of MUGatHOME will loaded at www.boston and the “Babe Ruth 13 to 16 years old. Available at no cost from include instruction in botany natural.org/MUGatHome.htm; League” is proud The Babe Ruth April 4 through May 9 to Bos- and plant maintenance by the application is also avail- to announce League will be ton residents, this unique Bruce Roberts former Educa- able by mail by calling BNAN the new Com- looking forward six-week program includes tor Director, Massachusetts at 617-542-7696. Applica- missioner of the to a great season. hands-on workshops, a valu- Horticulural Society, and tions should be mailed to: League is Louis Babe Ruth League able manual, and the chance information about plant BNAN c/o Stewardship Man- Strazzullo and Co- will once again to network with other gar- disease as presented by ager, 62 Summer St., Bos- Commissioner is be joining up with dening enthusiasts. Dr. Cheryl Smith, a noted ton, MA 02110-1008; email: Danny Petrigno. Registra- Charlestown and maybe The 2009 session of MUG- speaker from the University [email protected]; or tion will start March 3, 2009 South Boston. Special thanks atHOME will train backyard of New Hampshire. Other fax: 617-542-0383. and the registration forms to Carl Ameno for all his past gardeners in sustainable presentors include land- will be available at the work in keeping this league residential gardening tech- scape designers, garden edu- Nazzaro Center, North End, successful. If you have niques suitable for urban cators, community garden- ATTENTION Boston. Try outs will take any questions you may spaces. The program is de- ers, and nursery owners. place on March 28th at contact Louis Strazzullo at signed for Boston residents In exchange for 40 hours Puopolo Park starting at 617-803-1247. with yards, rooftops, decks of free master gardening ATTORNEYS and other small spaces to training, participants are garden, and includes tech- required to give 40 hours of The POST-GAZETTE niques for growing veg- volunteer service assisting newspaper is a paper of general circulation. LUCIA We are qualified to accept legal notices R I S T O R A N T E & B A R from any court in each Traditional town that we serve. Taxation | Bookkeeping | Advisory | Financial Italian Cuisine Tax Services LEGAL NOTICES • Review last year’s tax returns. Donato Frattaroli • Prepare & file the current year’s tax returns. For information on placing 415 Hanover Street, Boston, MA 02113 • Provide tax planning advice for future tax years. a Legal Notice in the • Provide an annual tax compliance update. 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Anne Tamer Hajjar, left, TomorrowNite event chairper- son, and Frances Rivera, 7News anchor, event emcee. (Photo by Lisa Polucci)

The 18th Annual Tomor- 7News anchor Frances row-Nite gala, “A Night of Rivera returns as emcee for Stopping by Russo Marine in Medford to see the 2008 Boston Whaler that will Hope,” takes place on Sat- the 8th year. be raffled off at the Teamsters Local 25 second annual “Light up the Night Gala urday, March 21 to benefit This year’s theme of hope for Autism Speaks” on March 28, are (back) funnyman Jimmy Dunn and WAAF and St. Jude Children’s Research is especially relevant in former Bruins player, Lyndon “LB” Byers, (front, left to right) Nick Langella, Vice Hospital. The event, which this economic downturn President, TD Banknorth Boston Garden; Sean O’Brien, president Teamsters Local 25; is scheduled from 6-11 p.m., where the spirit of giving Lt. Governor Tim Murray; Larry Russo, Jr., executive at Russo Marine; and former will be held for the first time is more critical than ever. It Bruins player Bob Sweeney. You can enter the raffle and silent auction at in the Mandarin Oriental, is estimated that more than www.teamstersautismfund.cmarket.com. (Photo by Liz Curtis) Boston, where Asian blos- 160,000 new cases of child- soms will be in full bloom. hood cancer will be diag- Special highlights include fund-raiser. The boat comes the sponsors of the gala. Anne Tamer Hajjar of nosed worldwide in the com- a piano performance by John equipped with a trailer, “With one in 150 children Milton is event chair, and ing year. Alston, a former St. Jude Mercury 90hp motor, sun- diagnosed with autism each patient who is also a student top roof, and more. year, most everyone knows at Berklee College of Music. Political, sports and media a family affected by this The evening will include personalities recently gath- disorder. The boat raffle, gourmet dining, dancing ered to kick-off the promo- coupled with our online with the Rollins Ross and tion with a photo-op. “The auction, and the gala itself, Soul Source Band, and a community leaders joining give people an opportunity to silent auction featuring us here today, along with participate on many levels. sports events, spa getaways, our Honorary Committee I encourage everyone to help and major artwork. and the 11,000 members of in this cause.” Early auction items Teamsters Local 25, have Tickets to the gala include include an original Lego made a commitment to raise dinner stations, a cash bar, Sculpture by artist Nathan awareness of this disorder,” a live band and dancing, Sawaya; autographed scrubs said Sean M. O’Brien, presi- from the cast of “ER”; tick- dent of Teamsters Local 25, (Continued on Page 13) ets to attend tapings of “The Colbert Report” and “Conan O’Brien”; hotel getaways, fine dining and shopping; a gift certificate to Kleinfield, Manhattan, world-famous Although the traditional New England Spring Flower Bridal Salon; and one-of-a- Show as we have known it will not take place this year, kind autographed Red Sox the Massachusetts Horticultural Society will sponsor memorabilia. “BLOOMS!” in its place. From Friday, March 13 through Recognized as the hos- Sunday March 15 flower designers and plant societies pital’s premier fundraiser will present a free “spectacle of springtime collections” for this region, the Boston- in the lobbies of Mass Hort’s Greenway Garden’s three based event has raised abutting neighbors: One International Place, 125 High nearly $5 million over the Street, and the InterContinental Hotel. For complete past seventeen years. For details about “BLOOMS!,” visit www.masshort.org. further information, please (File Photo 2006 Flower Show by Hilda M. Morrill) log on to www.stjude.org/ tomorrownite. ……. The “Second Annual Gala for Autism” takes place Mattéo Gallo on Saturday, March 28 at the InterContinental Hotel in Boston. The raffle of a o 2008 Boston Whaler “170 o Appraisals Montauk” boat will be one of Sales & Rentals the highlights of the benefit

• DIAMONDS Real Estate ROLEX ESTATE JEWELRY 376 North Street • Boston, MA 02113 Bought & Sold (617) 523-2100 • Fax (617) 523-3530 Jewelers Exch. Bldg. Jim (617) 263-7766 Page 10 POST-GAZETTE, MARCH 6, 2009 Bob D ’s B eat by Bob DeCristoforo “and dropping out of high and Andover 63-47. Lynn school is no longer an option. English tipped Cambridge It’s not just quitting on your- 67-65. Somerville toppled self, it’s quitting on your Lawrence 61-58, but was THE PARTRIDGE FAMILY caught by police. To make country.” toppled by Central Catho- — THE COMPLETE matters worse, the detec- — President Obama lic 73-51. Snowden tipped FOURTH SEASON (3-DVD) tive soon notices the paral- speech to Congress St. Clement 67-66 and Man- Sony Pictures Home Ent. lels between the crimes February 24, 2009 chester 53-52. Winthrop In the hilarious final sea- committed by the West Hol- NEAA BASEBALL dissed on Tyngsboro 71-38 son, The Partridge Family lywood stalker and those of Program Coordinator John and North Shore Tech 76-47. tackles issues as women’s a serial murdered incarcer- Romano tells us that regis- New Mission defeated Fen- rights and energy conserva- ated years ago. Posing the tration is open for the 9-12 way 87-80 and Georgetown tion. But there’s plenty of question, could the wrong year olds, and registration is 54-51 and North Cambridge room for fun too. Shirley finds man be behind bars? (1 hr. now open for Dom Campo- Catholic stopped St. Mary’s herself wined and dined by 35 mins.). chiaro 4-7 year olds Satur- Birthday Boy George Farro (L) 74-69 ... I did my home- an ambassador and a Navy day, May mornings clinic, and Charlestown High work this week! captain; Keith dates two girls THE MIDNIGHT MEAT Jack Ferullo’s Sunday morn- School colleague Monique HIGH SCHOOL PREP in one night, then falls for a TRAIN (DVD) ings 5-6 year olds T-Ball, and Mattarazzo. NOTEBOOK married college student; Lionsgate the Minor League 7-8 year Former Savio hockey star Danny bends the truth once Leon Kaufman (Bradley olds program, which will play In the Boys Hockey Tour- Vin Mirasola is the Lynnfield too often; Laurie becomes a Cooper) is a struggling pho- Wednesday and Friday eve- nament Austin Prep was hockey Coach. student teacher and poses tographer whose obsessive nings at 5:30pm prior to the beat 4-3 by St. John (S), but Congrats to former North as Keith’s girlfriend; and pursuit of dark subject mat- 9-12 year olds games. FREE then St. John’s was shutout Ender Coach Louis Finno- Reuben thinks he’s going to ter leads him into the path Spring Clinics start March by Arlington Catholic 8-0. chiaro and his Austin Prep kick the bucket. Plus a dash of a serial killer, Mahogany, 14th 5-7 year olds from 1pm St. Mary (L) KO’d Medford Hockey team on a great of ’70s quintessential rock the subway murderer who to 2:30pm, 8 to 10 year old 3-1,the Mustangs stopped Tournament run. & roll pop music. (9 hrs. stalks late-night commuters plus any registered 11-12 Woburn 2-1 in their first COLLEGE BOARD: TUFTS, 19 mins.). — ultimately butchering year old from 2:30pm to 4pm. round game, and St. Mary’s ST. ANSELM’S OUT them in the most gruesome Jack Ferullo will be direct- defeated Matignon 2-1 in OT Tommy DeRosa and his PALO ALTO, CA (DVD) ways imaginable. Based on ing these clinics. For com- to advance. Newburyport de- Tufts team were defeated Image Entertainment writer Clive Barker’s popu- plete information check feated Winthrop 4-1. Revere by Amhert 4-1 in the quar- Ben Savage, Johnny Lewis, lar short story from his www.neaabaseball.com stopped Watertown 6-0 and terfinals of the NESAC Justin Mentell and Aaron classic Books of Blood. (1 hr. JOB FAIR Lynnfield 3-2. St. Clement’s Hockey Tournament and Ashmore are childhood 40 mins.). Red Sox food vendor was shutout 3-0 Weston. Alexa Hingston and her friends looking for some DANIEL’S DAUGHTER Aramark will hold a Job Fair Latin Academy was KO’d by St. Anselm’s Women Hockey excitement on their last (DVD) at their ‘IN’ Fenway Park Tyngsboro 6-2. Northeast Team was stopped by Sacred night of Thanksgiving break. Genius Entertainment Warehouse on Saturday, shutout Trinity Catholic 1-0, Heart 6-3 in the ECAC Open With Tom Arnold as an off- Laura Leighton stars as March 7th from 1pm-4pm. and Shawsheen ripped Tournament. Harvard won a beat school bus driver and Katherine, a successful New IN THE MIX Eastie 10-2. pair defeating Quinnipiac mentor, the guys bring col- York magazine editor who is Four candidates are now in On the girls basketball 2-1 and 6th ranked Prince- lege life to their suburban about to marry a wealthy the mix for Sal DiMasi’s va- court Cambridge defeated ton 3-2. The Crimson fin- town in this genuine and businessman in what is set cated State House Represen- Salem 59-38, but was de- ished 5th in the ECAC and hilarious coming-of-age ad- to be the biggest society tative seat. Ryan Higgison feated by Central Catholic will host Brown this Friday, venture inspired by real event of the year. When her (South End), and Lucy Rivera 68-59. Somerville stopped March 6th in the Opening friends and long nights. Palo estranged father dies, and (Beacon Hill) have joined Beverly 6-48, but was stopped Round of the Best of Three Alto, new relationships and she finds that his last re- Susan Passoni (South End) by Andover 56-41. Fenwick ECAC playoffs. Hockey East, uneasy realizations, was quest was for her to spread and Aaron Michlewitz (North dropped Brighton 54-37. once again, will go into this produced by a group of college his ashes in her tiny Mas- End) in the race. Choice is North Andover dropped Latin final weekend of play to de- filmmakers based on their sachusetts hometown, she good and healthy. Academy 56-32. Arlington termine many of its playoff freshman year experiences. reluctantly leaves her job SPECIAL OLYMPICS Catholic topped Winchester opening round spots. On Fri- (1 hr. 35 mins.). and wedding planner to Congratulations to East 63-37. St. Mary (L) stopped day BU came from behind to handle the annoyance, Boston High School and Winthrop 78-46 and Bedford defeat UMASS 6-3. Terrier TOUCH THE TOP bringing along her tireless Charlestown High School 63-47. Pope John won its Jason Lawrence led the way OF THE WORLD (DVD) assistant for support. Once Special Olympics Teams, very first Tournament game with a ‘Hat Trick’. North- Sony Pictures Home Ent. there, she begins to learn who took part in the State downing Southie, but was eastern shutout ULowell Peter Facinelli stars in that there may have been Special Olympics held in downed by Pentucket 72-24. 3-0. Vermont tipped Maine the exciting tale based upon more to her father than she Worcester on the weekend. St. Clement was defeated 3-2. UNH tipped Merrimack the best-selling autobiogra- believed, and that there may These kids always teach us by Mystic Valley 47-43. MV 4-3, and Boston College phy of Erik Weihenmayer, a be more for her in life than the true meaning of what was defeated by New Mission upped Providence 5-1. On rock and ice climber who what she thought she sports is supposed to be all 49-27. Matignon stopped Saturday the rich got even overcame insurmountable wanted. (1 hr. 30 mins.). about. Special ‘Thanks’ to Lowell Catholic 45-33 and richer. BU belted UMASS odds to become the first blind Dianne and her crew from Manchester/Essex 47-44. 7-2 in a very chippy contest. man to reach the top of MARTINI MOVIES (DVD) Eastie for all their help! In boys hoops Cathedral Northeastern rolled on top- Mount Everest. This breath- Sony Pictures Home Ent. TOURNAMENT of Boston defeated South- ping ULowell 3-1. UNH held taking story follows Erik’s The Martini Movies is a INS AND OUTS east Regional 84-60 and on to shutout Merrimack journey from the time he collection featuring the work First and foremost we are Nantucket 72-54. CM topped 1-0. Vermont toppled Maine was a three-year-old boy of some of the finest actors proud of every team, who is O’Bryant 71-61 and Bishop 2-1, and BC got two more diagnosed with a rare eye and directors of the past participating in this year’s Feehan 88-70. BC High important points again de- disease through his child- 50 years. Included are: State Hockey and State Bas- belted Braintree 80-66, but feating Providence 4-3. hood when his parents chal- GETTING STRAIGHT (’70): ketball Tournaments. You was belted by Brockton 76-54. Courtside Northeastern lenged him to live a normal Elliott Gould and Candice all well-deserve to be there! Madison Park KO’d Newton geared up for this weekend’s life despite his limiting han- Bergen get smart in this In Girls Hockey St. Mary’s, South 82-75, but fell to CAC playoff battle with the dicap. It’s a story of dreams, college comedy featuring a Lynn, blanked Franklin Durfee 63-60. Belmont winner of the Drexel/Tow- determination and heroism, cameo from Harrison Ford. 11-0, Arlington Catholic de- stopped Latin Academy son falling to Old Dominion and one man’s passion to OUR MAN IN HAVANA feated Waltham 4-2, but fell 54-35. Reading ousted Chel- 57-54. do the impossible while in- (’59): Screen legend Alec to Acton/Boxboro 5-3 and sea 73-54. Lynn Classical TIDBITS spiring his community and Guinness stars with Burl Fontbonne shutout Latin defeated Boston Latin 75-62. - Birthday Best to Charles- an entire generation of Ives, and Maureen O’Hara Academy 3-0. Everett beat Brighton 71-53 town High via East Boston vision-impaired athletes. in this classic film noir. Coach George Farro. (1 hr. 29 mins.). - Celeb Sightings: Mother 5IVE (’51): William Phipps, Have a professional represent Anna’s honcho, and Colum- THE LODGER (DVD) Susan Douglas and James you and your claim against bus Hockey Alum Allan Sony Pictures Home Ent. Anderson star in the story of Caparella, Columbus foot- Simon Baker, Alfred 5 American survivors follow- the Insurance Company ball, via East Boston, alum Molina, Hope Davis and ing a nuclear holocaust. Jimmy Costigan, John Cot- Shane West face off against VIBES (’88): A star-studded Richard Settipane tillo of Caddy Camp fame, a ‘Jack the Ripper’ copycat supernatural comedy fea- PUBLIC INSURANCE ADJUSTER Community Service Officer in this horrifying thriller. turing Jeff Goldblum, Peter Bobby Luongo, Joe Foti and The Lodger follows a sea- Falk, Julian Sands and FIRE - BURGLARY - FLOOD daughter, along with Mo soned detective on the trail Steve Buscemi, and marks the acting debut of Cyndi And All Other Losses Pertaining to Vaughn taking in the of a ruthless killer intent on Celtic/Detroit game, Boston slaughtering prostitutes Lauper as psychic Sylvia Your Home or Business. Latin/BU Hockey alum Jon along West Hollywood’s Pickel. One Longfellow Place - Suite 2322 Coleman, and CM/BU Hoc- Sunset Strip. It appears GUMSHOE (’71): One of Boston, Massachusetts 02114 key alum Chris O’Sullivan. that the murderer’s grisly the first films scored by - Mark your Calendar: methods are identical to Andrew Lloyd Webber, star- 24 Hour Service June 6th is the date for the that of London’s infamous ring Albert Finney in a (617) 523-3456 lst Annual Eliot School Fund- 19th century psychopath, sleuth spoof that features FAX (617) 723-9212 raiser at Tecce’s. Jack the Ripper, a relentless Janice Rule, Billie Whitelaw SMILE! serial killer who was never and Wendy Richard. POST-GAZETTE, MARCH 6, 2009 Page 11

ORPHEUM THEATRE one place! There’s something down- Music will be provided by Erin’s Melody 1 Hamilton Place, Boston right infectious about Irish music. It with Margaret Dalton. The raffle prize SEAL with Peter Cincotti – has mysterious charms. The sights is a $1,200 Aer Lingus travel voucher. April 6, 2009 at 7:30 PM. Early in his and sounds are uniquely Irish. But, To purchase tickets please contact NOW career he scored two hits with leg- its appeal is universal. On Saint St. Ann’s Rectory at 617-479-5400 or endary producer Trevor Horn, 1990’s Patrick’s Day – everyone is Irish, or so Mike Shields at 617-471-9380. Vol- PLAYING “Killer” (with techno artist Adamski) it seems – if only for one mid-March unteers needed. If you would like to and 1991’s U.S. Top Ten single day when things like shamrocks, shil- play a part in making this event a big “Crazy,” from his eponymous debut lelaghs and such are celebrated. success please contact Mike Shields album — a genre-defying fusion of So, it’s welcome news that Reagle or Sister Pat at 617-479-5400. UPTOWN & DOWNTOWN soul, pop, rock, R&B, and propulsive Players is preparing the eighth annual grooves that announced the arrival edition of its highly popular Irish of an innovative new talent. For tick- spectacular entitled A Little Bit of Ire- ART ets log onto www.livenation.com or land. This is a delightful Irish stew of call 617- 482-0106. a show which serves up something PEABODY ESSEX MUSEUM for every taste – classic step dancing, East India Square, Salem, MA BOSTON UNIVERSITY THEATRE pub music, obligatory tenors, lullabies, MAHJONG: Contemporary Chi- 264 Huntington Ave., Boston, MA standards, ditties and a-million- nese Art from the Sigg Collection LUCIA DI LAMMERMOOR – and-one Irish jokes. Log onto – Now through May 17, 2009. This is April 16-19, 2009. The moors of 17th www.reagleplayers.org/tickets for an exhibition of 100 works from the century Scotland are the melancholy tickets or call 781 891-5600. famed Uli Sigg Collection. It encom- setting for Donizetti’s classic tragedy passes a range of media, paintings, of a young woman driven to madness TD BANKNORTH GARDEN drawings, photographs and video in- when forced to marry a man who Causeway Street, Boston, MA stallations. doesn’t love. This evening of music SPINNING THE GLOBE – Sunday, POLAR ATTRACTIONS – Now is in Italian with English super- March 29, 2009 at 1:00 PM and Mon- through June 7, 2009. The Arctic and titles. For tickets, times of the per- day, March 30, 2009 at 7:00 PM. The Antarctic inspired contemporary art- formances and more information legendary Harlem Globetrotters are ists to capture the expansive panora- please call: 617-933-8600 or visit: bringing their world tour to Boston mas, sculptural ice formations and www.BostonTheatreScene.com. for 2 shows only. For more informa- resilient life thriving at the ends of tion and tickets, call: 1-800-745-3000 the earth. This exhibit encourages THE SHUBERT THEATRE or visit: www.ticketmaster.com. families to experience the Polar Re- 265 Tremont Street, Boston, MA gions through artwork and activities. RUSALKA – March 20-31, 2009. BOSTON HARBOR HOTEL For more information, call 866-745- This opera will captivate the audience Boston, MA 1876 or you may visit their website at with its tale of obsessive love and its BOSTON WINE FESTIVAL – Now www.pem.org. consequences. through April 3, 2009. Come and en- DON GIOVANNI – April 24-May 5, joy the annual celebration which in- THE STERLING AND CLARK ART 2009. This opera will captivate the cludes events, tastings, seminars, rare INSTITUTE audience with its tale of obsessive wine auction, and celebrity guests. For 225 South St.,Williamstown, MA love and its consequences. For more more information, call: 617-330-9355 TOULOUSE-LAUTREC AND PARIS information, and tickets call or visit: www.bostonwinefestival.net. – Now through April 26, 2009. This is TeleCharge at: 800-447-7400 or log an exhibition of over 80 remarkable on to: www.telecharge.com BOSTON COLLEGE oil paintings, posters, photographs, 140 Commonwealth Avenue drawings and lithographs by the ex- Jimmy Tingle was born and raised in Cambridge, Mas- KRESGE AUDITORIUM Chestnut Hill, MA traordinary artist Toulouse-Lautrec. sachusetts. The social, political and economic diversity MIT – Cambridge, MA A READING BY CHARLES SIMIC For more information, call: 413-458- 2303 or visit: www.clarkart.edu. of that city laid the groundwork for his development as AARDVARK JAZZ ORCHESTRA – Thursday, March 12, 2009 at PRESENTS SOUNDPAINTING- Sat- 7:30 PM in the Murray Function a performer and satirist. He started performing in 1980 urday, March 7, 2009 at 8:00 PM. Room. Former Poet Laureate of MIT LIST VISUAL ARTS CENTER during the early stand up comedy scene in Boston and Soundpainting is the universal live the United States will give a poetry 20 Ames Street, Cambridge, MA rose through the ranks from open-mike performer to composing sign language created by reading. For more information, call: MELANIE SMITH: SPIRAL CITY paid engagements, headlining at comedy clubs, theaters New York composer Walter Thomp- 617-552-2390. & OTHER VICARIOUS PLEASURES – Now through April 5, 2009. This ex- and colleges nationwide. He is now regarded as one of son for musicians, dancers, actors and visual artists. Come and see this stun- COUNCIL CHAMBERS hibition includes paintings, photog- the top social commentators and humorists in the coun- ning presentation. FREE Admission. 110 Park Street, West Roxbury raphy, and video works that the artist try. Tingle recently appeared as a television talk show For more information call: 617-776- ST. PATRICK’S DAY DINNER/ herself has made in collaboration with host in Chris Rock’s film, Head of State. Other film cred- 8778 or 617-452-3205. DANCE – Saturday, March 14, 2009 other artists. DAVIS, CHERUBINI IN CONTEN- its include the role of the neighborhood bartender in from 7:30 pm to midnight. There will DICK’S LAST RESORT be a corned beef/ham and cabbage TION – Now through April 5, 2009. Next Stop Wonderland, a priest in Boondock Saints, and Quincy Market at Faneuil Hall dinner as well as dancing. Music will The artists share an interest in open a restaurant owner in By the Sea. Jimmy also starred in Marketplace, Boston, MA be provided by the band Tradition, distressed forms, in which each starts the Emmy Award-winning documentary on art censor- ENTERTAINMENT LINE-UP FOR one of Greater Boston’s premiere Irish sculptures in their own materials. For ship, “Damned in the USA”. Appearing this month, check THE MONTH OF MARCH – Now American bands. Tickets may be more information please call: 617- obtained at the Council any Tuesday 258-7265 or visit: www.mit.edu/lvac. out Special Events section for more details. through March 31, 2009, there will be a line-up of wonderful entertainers or Thursday evening (after 8 pm) or by to perform their music for you. For a calling 617-323-9811. Advance pur- PEABODY MUSEUM OF her big break on the stage. detailed listing of performances and chase is a must – no tickets will be ARCHAEOLOGY SHOWBOAT – April 24-26, 2009. THEATER times, please call: 617-267-8080. sold at the door. 11 Divinity Ave., Cambridge, MA It’s a majestic, sweeping classic about A GOOD TYPE – TOURISM AND life, love, tragedy and survival on the SEUILLY HALL ST. ANN’S PARISH SCIENCE IN EARLY JAPANESE THE COLONIAL THEATRE Mississippi River at the turn of the 8 The Fenway, Boston, MA WOLLASTON, MA PHOTOGRAPHS – Ongoing. This 106 Boylston Street, Boston, MA 20th century. For tickets, times of the PIANO MASTERS SERIES with THE ST. PATRICK’S DANCE FOR exhibition presents 46 compelling MOVIN’ OUT - March 20 - 22, performances and more information, Boris Berman – March 10, 2009 at ST. ANN’S PARISH – Friday, March images of Japanese photographic 2009. Five-time Grammy winner Billy call the box office at: 617-912-9222 or 8:00 PM. Boris is admired worldwide 20, 2009 will be held on at St. Ann’s prints. For information and tickets Joel and legendary director and cho- www.bostonconservatory.edu. reographer Twyla Tharp have joined for his intellectual rigor and techni- School Hall with dancing from call: 617-496-1027 or visit forces to create the spectacular new cal perfection. The program features 8:00 pm to midnight and a cash bar. www.peabody.harvard.edu. musical Time Magazine declares “The the music of Chopin and Debussy. For #1 show of the year!” The New York MUSIC tickets and info, please call: 617-912- Times calls MOVIN’ OUT “a shimmer- 9240 or you may visit the website: ITALIAN EVENTS & PROGRAMS ing portrait of an American genera- TD BANKNORTH GARDEN www.bostonconservatory.edu. tion. These tornado driven dancers Causeway Street, Boston, MA ITALIAN RADIO information call (781) 245-6536; and rock musicians propel the audi- FLEETWOOD MAC – March 11, SOMERVILLE THEATRE “The Sicilian Corner” 11:00 AM e-mail [email protected] ence into delirious ovations.” MOVIN’ 2009 at 8:00 PM. “We love our band 55 Davis Square, Somerville, MA to 1:00 PM every Friday with host Tom FILM SERIES - Thursday March OUT brings 26 Billy Joel classics to and think the title of the tour CROOKED STILL – Saturday, Zappala and Mike Lomazzo and “The 19, 2009 at 7:30pm - THE ORANGE electrifying new life as it tells the story “UNLEASHED” perfectly describes March 21, 2009 at 8:00 PM. Drawing Italian Show” w/Nunzio DiMarca THIEF (Italian with English sub- of five life-long friends over two tur- how we all feel when we get on stage from bluegrass, old time and contem- every Sunday from 10AM to 1PM titles). Thursday March 26, 2009 at bulent decades. It all adds up to one together — especially in 2009. We’re porary folk, Crooked Still redefines www.1110wccmam.com 7:30pm - FACING WINDOWS (Ital- unforgettable Broadway musical. so happy to get back out on the road, traditional music. Come and enjoy “Italia Oggi”(Italy Today) Sundays ian with English subtitles).Thursday A BRONX TALE – March 31 perform everyone’s favorite songs and this evening of uplifting music. 1PM to 2 PM with host Andrea Urdi April 2, 2009 at 7:30pm - THE GOS- through April 11, 2009. Actor Chazz see our fans.” Direct from Fleetwood ALASDAIR FRASER & NATALIE 1460 AM www.1460WXBR.com PEL ACCORDING TO MATTHEW Palminteri gives an unforgettable per- Mac. Do not miss this performance. HAAS – Saturday, April 4, 2009 at 8:00 “Dolce Vita Radio” DJ Rocco (Italian with English subtitles. formance as a young boy’s rough For tickets call 617-931-2000 or log PM. Alasdair and Natalie perform Scot- Mesiti 11 AM-1 PM Sundays. 90.7 FM Thursday April 23, 2009 at 7:30pm - childhood in the 1960s-era Bronx, onto www.ticketmaster.com. tish fiddle and cello music of unrivaled or online www.djrocco.com IN VIAGGIO CON PAPÀ (In Italian and the unforgettable people he en- beauty, eloquence and passion. To- “The Nick Franciosa Show” - only). Thursday April 30, 2009 at countered. For tickets call BERKLEE PERFORMANCE gether they push the traditional forms Every Sunday at 12 Noon to 3:00 PM 7:30pm - MA CHE COLPA ABBIAMO Ticketmaster at: 617-931-2787. CENTER in exciting new directions. Come and on radio stations WLYN 1360 AM and NOI (In Italian only). 136 Massachusetts Ave., Boston listen. For tickets and more informa- WAZN 1470 AM. DARIA VALENTINI WILL SHUBERT THEATER The Sovereign Bank Music Series tion, call: 617-876-4275 or visit: PRESENT A TALK ON MATILDE 265 Tremont Street, Boston, MA at Berklee. Pop music chases www.WorldMusic.org. SANDERS THEATER SERAO - Friday March 20, 2009 at JERSEY BOYS – July 23 - August fads; great music surprises us. The 45 Quincy Street, Cambridge, MA 7:30 pm. – Daria is an Associate 30, 2009. JERSEY BOYS, winner of Sovereign Bank Music Series pre- RENZO PIANO – March 9, 2009 Professor of Italian at Stonehill the 2006 Grammy® Award for Best sents great music from Peru to Special Events at 6:00 PM. Renzo will discuss the ren- College, Easton, Ma: Synopsis: Matilde Musical Show Album, features their Nashville; from soul to lando to ovation of the Harvard Art Museum, Serao was born in Greece in 1856, hit songs “Sherry,” “Big Girls Don’t jazz. Eight shows. No boundaries. THE REGENT THEATRE in the context of his architectural and became one of the most prolific Cry,” “Rag Doll,” “Oh What a Night” Full of surprises. The Great Ameri- 7 Medford Street, Arlington, MA work. Free admission, but tickets are Italian writers of the nineteenth cen- and “Can’t Take My Eyes Off You.” can Songbook: The Music of Burt JIMMY TINGLE - March 14 at required. Call the Harvard Box Office tury. Serao lived most of her life in “IT WILL RUN FOR CENTURIES!” pro- Bacharach, March 7, 2009 – Shin- 8pm. Do your part to stimulate the at 617-496-2222. the city of Naples, a city that she knew claims Time Magazine. The JERSEY ing Stars: The Music of Earth, creative economy and to keep the lo- better than any of her contemporar- BOYS creative team comprises two- Wind & Fire, April 16, 2009 – Singers cal arts scene thriving while enjoying DANTE ALIGHIERI SOCIETY ies as a writer of fiction. She will give ® time Tony Award -winning director Showcase: The 25th Anniversary. the best in thought-provoking stand 41 Hampshire St., Cambridge, MA an overview of Matilde Serao, how she Des McAnuff, book writers Marshall up comedy. Tingle draws on 25 years BEL CANTO - Sunday March 15, relates to Naples, and how she incor- Brickman and Rick Elice, composer THE BOSTON of comedic insight, outrage and com- 2009 at 2:30 pm. The Pirandello Ly- porates cultural and anthropological Bob Gaudio, lyricist Bob Crewe and CONSERVATORY THEATER mentary, with topical, timeless, hys- ceum Presents The Boston Bel Canto information in her depiction of this choreographer Sergio Trujillo. For 31 Hemenway St., Boston, MA terical reflections on today’s crazy Opera Company performing an Ital- city and its inhabitants. For example, information call 617-482-9393. For SERSE – April 2-4, 2009 at 8:00 PM world. For more on Jimmy Tingle, ian Opera Concert. The repertoire for there is a wealth of material relat- tickets log onto www.telecharge.com and April 5, 2009 at 2:00 PM. This is visit www.jimmytingle.com. Call 781- the concert will be entirely Italian ing to the life and customs of the work- or call 1-800-432-7250. an opera by George Frederic Handel 646-4TIX for tickets. arias. The renowned Boston Bel Canto ing class, especially regarding food and tells the story of King Xerxes Opera Company, artistically directed and conviviality. What emerges is an THE BOSTON CONSERVATORY who harbors an unrequited love for REAGLE PLAYERS by Bradley Pennington, will present appeal for recognition for her fel- THEATER a princess who loves his brother. 617 Lexington St., Waltham, MA arias from favorite operas such as low citizens, whose passion and 31 Hemenway St., Boston, MA The opera is sung in Italian with A LITTLE BIT OF IRELAND - Fri- Cavalleria Rusticana, Tosca, Madama humanity in the face of hardship ND 42 STREET – Now through English surtitles. For tickets and day, March 13, 7:30 p.m., Saturday, Butterfly , Il Barbiere Di Siviglia, La knew no boundaries. For further March 8, 2009. A classic reproduction more information, please call: 617- March 14, 2:00 p.m., Saturday, March Boheme and La Fanciulla del West. information on these programs, of the small Broadway hit about a 912-9240 or visit their website at: 14, 7:00 p.m. and Sunday, March 15, Mr. Pennington will also present an please call 617-876-5160 or log onto young actress, Peggy Sawyer, who gets www.bostonconservatory.edu 2:00 p.m. The best of the Irish ... all in artistic piano arrangement.Contact www.dantealighieri.net/cambridge. Page 12 POST-GAZETTE, MARCH 6, 2009

Recipes from the Homeland by Vita Orlando Sinopoli

Unbelievable! A Boston firefighter and the leaps into the COPYRIGHT, ALL RIGHTS RESERVED women he rescued from a devastating blaze mouth,” sug- as a baby forty years ago have been reunited. gesting that LOBSTER SAUCE MARINARA William Carroll, now 71, crawled through a mouth-ful of 1 28 oz. can crushed tomatoes the flames on his stomach to rescue this veal, 1 large onion chopped Evangeline Harper, then an infant. A pho- spiced ham, 2 chopped garlic cloves (Optional) tograph of the white firefighter emerging and cheese dish is so tasty, it can’t help but 4 tbs. olive oil from the burning building, gave mouth- jump into one’s mouth. 2 oz. wine of choice (Optional) to-mouth resuscitation to a black child, Interesting, why winter is the flu season. 2 one-pound lobsters (whole} or equal amount of lobster meat became a symbol of hope during an era of In brief, scientists had long theorized that of choice racial upheaval. Only when Harper tracked it was mostly because colder weather kept Place olive oil and chopped onion in a saucepan or large Carroll down, though, did she finally recon- people indoors, where the close contact was skillet. Simmer onion until opaque. Add chopped garlic if nect, in an emotional meeting. “Thank you more likely to spread the virus. But a new desired but do not brown garlic. Add crushed tomatoes, stir so much,” she said. “Thank you for remem- analysis puts the blame on the amount of and cover to cook slowly. In a few minutes, stir one cup of bering me,” he responded. humidity in the air. To humidify your air at water into sauce simmer and stir frequently over medium/ Mother Superior Frances Fitzgerald re- home and help ward off flu, you can buy a low heat to avoid burning or sticking. ports the Vatican announced that men who humidifier, or try Grandma’s low-tech trick: Add lobster, whole or in portions, into saucepan or skillet go to hell — likely for sins of lust — will have Allow a teakettle to boil on the stove for a and cover. Be prepared for splashing when placing lobster their souls pelted with fire and brimstone, while. into sauce. If needed, add ½ cup of water to sauce and stir while women’s souls will be punished —prob- Why do we get goose bumps when it’s cold? before covering. Simmer slowly. Whole lobsters should cook ably for sins of pride — by being “broken on The knowledgeable warmhearted Anna in sauce for at least thirty minutes, depending on size. a wheel.” Kasabian of Manchester, Massachusetts, Whole lobsters larger than one pound each may need to For ground hogs! A trailer truck on Utah’s says, goose bumps are a vestige from the cook longer. I-15 spilled its load of 40,000 pounds of ham- days when humans were covered with hair. Optional: Ten minutes before serving, add wine of choice burger patties. Two and a half hours later, a When it got cold, the hairs stood on end, cre- into the lobster sauce and stir. Cover and simmer slowly truck on Utah’s I-84 spilled its load of beer. ating a trap for air and providing insulation. for two minutes. Remove covered pan from heat. Set aside. Carlo Scostumato, says, “Imagine, if a The hairs have long disappeared, but in the trailer truck on Boston’s Hanover Street places where they used to be, the skin still NOTE: This is an easy recipe to prepare on your gas grill in spilled its load of Baccala, it would be a stink- bristles, trying to get warm. the summer or in your home at anytime. It is best to have all ing mess!” Ah, Anna Kasabian, an Italian American, ingredients ready for the saucepan or skillet before begin- Wiping out a deficit! Faced with a $1.7 a nationally recognized author and maga- ning the sauce. million budget deficit, Des Moines County, zine interior design writer! In brief, After I add the whole lobster or lobster meat in the sauce to Iowa, is considering charging prison in- Kasabian who has written nine books can cook. I make sure that a pan with water is heating on my stove mates for toilet paper. Budget director Cheryl guide you to your dream home! Yes, the per- to boil the macaroni for my family. My family enjoys pasta with McVey says the county hopes to raise $2,300 sonable Anna Kasabian who lives in the lobster sauce as part of this meal. by charging inmates $1 for toilet paper. Curt Manchester, Massachusetts is also noted Braby, president of the state’s Sheriffs and as a realtor at Coldwell Banker. Well, should Deputies Association, said he appreciates you be interested in making a move to Vita can be reached at [email protected] the budget problems facing the state, “but Manchester simply give Anna a call at (978) what do you do for the guy who hasn’t got 526-7572. Yes, she has the answers to all the dollar for the toilet paper?” your real estate questions. (Continued from Page 1) The astute Rosalie Cunio of Waltham re- Time for our distinguished musicolgist • Mayor’s Column minds us there are more people than you Albert Natale with some interesting infor- 2. Reversing the Rise in housing units, saving 1,000 realize who lead a simple life, but most of mation about where hundreds of famous Homelessness through a homeowners from fore- them are in jail. showbiz people are buried. Natale says you’ll targeted approach of preven- closure, and repairing, reno- The astute Tom Analetto of Medford, says, find them at the Forest Lawn in Glendale, tion, placement, and produc- vating, or redeveloping 5,000 “The man who goes to prison for life will find California. Here then are some of the no- tion of permanent housing units of public housing. little of it there.” How true! tables at Forest Lawn: Clark Gable, Joe E. designed to reduce long-term As a life-long resident of Remember, about two-thirds of the people Brown, William Boyd, Jack Oakie, Wallace and family homelessness by Hyde Park, I realize that who leave prison in the U.S. are rearrested Beery, Robert Alda, Ethel Waters, Ken May- 50% by 2012. the strength of Boston lies within three years. nard, Walt Disney, Clara Bow, George Burns, 3. Preserving & Stabiliz- in its vibrant neighborhoods. Huh? A Hindu nationalist group in India Nat “King” Cole, Charles Laughton, Carole ing Boston’s Rental Hous- While we have accomplished is developing a soft drink made from cow Lombard, Vincent Minnelli, James Stewart, ing by preventing the loss of significant results since urine. Om Prakash, leader of the Rashtriya Richard Dix, Joe Penner, Russ Colombo, publically assisted affordable launching the initial Lead- Swayamsevak Sangh, which believes — as Grant Withers, Gracie Allen, Mary Pickford, housing and helping stabi- ing the Way campaign, we all Hindus do — that the cow is a sacred Dick Powell, Robert Cummings, Jean lize tenancies in the open are ready to take the next animal, says the drink will be marketed as Harlow, Humphrey Bogart, Red Skelton, market. steps to protect and invest much for its health benefits as for its taste. Leon Errol, Jill Ireland, Robert Young, David 4. Housing Boston’s in Boston’s most valuable “It has been established that cow urine is O. Selznick, Lon Chaney, Rosemary Lane, Workforce by meeting the asset, housing for our capable of curing even cancer,” said Alan Hale, Harry Carey, Buddy Clark, Will- diverse housing needs of the residents. We’ve created a Prakash. “So imagine a drink which would iam Farnum, Charley Chase, Fay Holden, City’s workforce; from the strategy that meets the not only be tasty but also healthy.” Cheers! Harpo Marx, Monte Blue, Harold Lloyd, Ed highly paid professional to challenges of our current Falling milk prices and reduced demand Wynn, Judy Canova, Norma Shearer, Joan the minimum wage worker. economy, and I’m confident for butter and cheese have forced farmers Blondell, Merle Oberon, Carol Landis, Edith Leading the Way III sets a that our continued collabo- to sell off hundreds of thousands of dairy Head, Dan Daily, Johnny Mack Brown, Ben number of other ambitious rative efforts will help cows to be slaughtered for meat. This year, Turpin, etc. targets that the City will strengthen our neighbor- 1.5 million of the nation’s 9.3 million dairy Remember, death is not a period, but a work to achieve by 2012. hoods and provide people cows may go to the slaughter-house. comma in the story of life. These goals include creat- with quality housing in The names of quite a few foods suggest This just in! That daily multivitamin is a ing a total of 4,000 new af- Boston for generations to they are wearable. Head coverings, for ex- waste of money says new research. In an fordable and market rate come. ample, inspired the names of such foods as enormous study involving more than 160,000 cappelletti, the little hat-shaped pasta, as women over a period of eight years, re- well as those blazing hot peppers, Scotch bon- searchers found that multivitamins do ab- 1st Generation nets. From the Latin manica, or “sleeve,” solutely nothing to prevent cancer or heart comes the Italian name for those roomy, disease or increase. longevity. “We thought Italian-American stuffable sleeves of pasta, manicotti. Both of there could be a modestly reduced risk, but these words belong to a venerable family of there is nothing,” study author Marian Vita Orlando Sinopoli words having to do with “hands,” including Neuhouser tells The New Yorker. More than Shares with us manual, manicure, manipulate, manufacture, half of all Americans take multivitamins, and manuscript, the last two of which don’t spending more than $20 billion a year on a delightful recollection always live up to their original sense of them. Researchers said people would be of her memories as a child making or writing something “by hand.” better off eating more fruits, vegetables, and From the Italian for “trouser leg” comes the whole grains than popping vitamin pills. growing up in name of the little stuffed pizza known as The health conscious Steven Sebestyen Boston’s “Little Italy” calzone. Other wearable foods include ditali thinks nature is perverse: it puts most and its miniature version ditalini, the small vitamins in the foods we don’t like. Steven’s and a collection of pieces of pasta whose names come from the shapely and brilliant wife Theresa thinks Italian family recipes Italian for “thimble” or “finger of a glove.” no matter how thorough her knowledge, a from the homeland. The pasta called annelli, meanwhile, has dietician can never know her vitamins from a name that translates from the Italian as A to Z. “little rings.” The noodles called fettuccine Paul Waters of Swampscott claims vitamin Great as Gifts has a name that means “ribbons.” And ads are so attractive, they make a man Available thru the web at WWW. FROM MY BAKERY PERCH sometimes a food’s name derives from what who has his health feel that he’s missing or order an autographed copy from it does when served — or what it’s fanci- something. Vita Orlando Sinopoli, P.O. Box 906, Wilmington, MA 01887 fully supposed to do. Saltimbocca is a con- Hardcover: $25.00 Softcover: $20.00 plus $3.00 shipping and handling traction of the Italian salta in bocca, or “it AMERICA IS A BEAUTIFUL ITALIAN NAME POST-GAZETTE, MARCH 6, 2009 Page 13

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Two weeks ago, I wrote the was entertained as I liked blended in beautifully. She first part of a story about Ross’s use of one liners. He was as attractive in the traveling to Florida. The sec- was followed by a ventrilo- bright lights of the restau- ond part of it was interrupted quist, an attractive young rant as she was in the dark- by the passing of a friend lady in her twenties who had ened nightclub. The only and the influence he had on a dummy that spoke with a difference was her southern a young teacher (me). With Yiddish accent. Seeing that accent clashed with the your permission, I would like many of the people in the Boston accents my friends to return to the story about club were Jewish, the laugh- and I were identified with. taking a winter vacation by ter was continuous through- When I dropped her off myself (no parents) during out the performance. Later back at the Fontainebleau, my first year teaching. when the ventriloquist I asked her out to dinner on It was the February school thanked the audience, I dis- the following night and then vacation and I wanted to get covered her real accent was dropped my friends off at some sun. I had been teach- Italian. She turned out to be the De Lido, the hotel they ing five days a week, going from Naples and was living were staying at. From there Four additional weeks have been announced for the to graduate school a couple in New York City, where she I headed back to my place. Boston engagement of “Jersey Boys,” the story of Frankie of afternoons a week and developed her act which The next morning, I Valli and The Four Seasons, playing the Citi Performing playing music several nights included picking up the decided to call home and Arts Center Shubert Theatre. The musical will make its a week. Needless to say, I Jewish accent. let the folks know of my Boston premiere on Thursday, July 23 and play through had a full schedule and Later that evening, one of change in location in case Sunday, September 26. Pictured, left to right: Andrew needed a break. I contacted the crowd suggested heading they had to get in touch with Rannells, Joseph Leo Bwarie, Erik Bates, Steve Gouveia a fellow musician who lived for the Boom Boom Room, a me. Babbononno answered and the Company. (Photo by Joan Marcus) in Coconut Grove near Mi- popular nightclub located at the phone, “Jenny, datza you? ami, and was invited to stay the Fontainebleau Hotel. It Howza the vacation-a innna silent and live auctions, and House Boston, a non-profit with him. Unfortunately, af- was the “in place” for late Florida?” If you gutta da many more surprises. Randy group that provides housing ter the first night, his sister night revelers back in the space in da hotela rooma, I Price will be the evening’s to families of veterans in dropped in with no where to day, so we headed north on come-a spend soma time-a emcee. Boston for medical care. stay. I relinquished the Collins Avenue, hotel road for widda you.” I told him that We are told that you do Major General John F. Kelly, spare bedroom and headed to Miami Beach, and stopped at there wasn’t any room, but I not need to be present to U.S. Marines, is special Miami Beach to search for 4441. I left the car with the knew that he would never fly, win. To learn more, please guest of honor. Celtic Thun- accommodations. parking attendant and we anyway. When my mother call 617-241-8825 or visit der, Ireland’s popular sing- It was, as I said, the Feb- headed to the lower level of got on the phone, I gave her www.teamsterslocal25.com. ing quintet featured on PBS, ruary vacation and the ho- the Fontainebleau and the the phone number of the In the last year, Teamsters is providing musical enter- tels were filled to capacity. I Boom Boom Room. hotel. Of course she replied Local 25 has raised nearly tainment. Tourism Ireland did find a room in a no frills The nightclub was geared with, “Have a good time, but $200,000 for Autism and has is also raffling off a grand trip off the main street apart- for two types of dancing, Latin be careful.” My response become New England’s pre- to Ireland at the gala. ment hotel and settled in. American and slow ball- was, “Make up your mind mier fundraiser for Autism The culinary week in My only intent was to get a room. They had two groups which one I should do.” Speaks, a national advocacy Boston was developed in tan and take it easy, but that that played opposite each We laughed and hung up. organization dedicated to 2005 as a way to celebrate was soon to change. It was other for continuous enter- I headed for the beach and funding research into the St. Patrick’s Day in a more still the weekend and after tainment. My friends all be- another day sunning myself causes, prevention and stylish, sophisticated way, a day at the beach, I decided gan to dance with each other in the tropical sun. I was in treatment of autism. said Quinlin, whose associa- to have dinner with some and I was odd man out. I my glory. ……. Boston is celebrating tion promotes travel be- friends I had run into who didn’t mind as I was and still That evening, I picked up St. Patrick’s Day with a tween Massachusetts and were also teachers from the am, a people watcher. I sipped Maryann and asked her tasteful display of contempo- Ireland throughout the year. Boston area. I had met them my drink and watched the where she would like to go rary and traditional cuisine For more details on “Gaelic th at Boston State College as dancers. Just then, someone for dinner. Her response from Ireland as the “5 an- Gourmet Week,” including we were all taking courses tapped me on the shoulder. was, “My grandfather took nual Gaelic Gourmet Cel- reservation information, toward masters degrees. I turned and looked at a the liberty of making reser- ebration” takes place the prices and times, dinner Back in the day, people gorgeous face. The young vations for us at the rooftop week of March 11-18, 2009 recipes, chef listings, and dressed to go out at night in lady who attracted my atten- restaurant/supper club in in hotels, restaurants and other information, please Miami Beach. The dress tion smiled and asked, “Are the Hotel Doral.” When we pubs throughout the city. visit the Boston Irish Tour- code for a man was a suit and you following me?” I looked arrived, I looked around and The annual program, pre- ism Association’s Web site, tie. Wearing a black silk suit her in the eye and asked why said to myself, “This is high- sented by Tourism Ireland www.Irishmassachusetts.com. tailored for me at Ripley’s on she asked that question. roller heaven.” Because of and the Boston Irish Tour- In addition to culinary Summer Street (remember She smiled again taking who had made the reserva- ism Association, is designed events, the site features a that men’s store) with a the seriousness out of the tions, the staff treated us to showcase new cuisine variety of Irish and Celtic white shirt and a white tie, question and added, “I saw like royalty. We were told from Ireland alongside the concerts, dance perfor- I was ready. My friends and you having dinner at the that we were early and that distinct culinary traditions mances, theater, literary I dined at a steak house Embers. I saw you watching our table wasn’t ready as of of Massachusetts. readings, parades and cul- called the Embers, which the show at Murray Frank- yet. They set us up in the “For people seeking a tural gatherings taking like most Miami Beach lin’s and now, I see you here lounge and we ordered cock- tasteful way to experience place throughout Massachu- gathering places, is no in the Boom Boom Room. tails. I looked at the sign and enjoy Irish heritage in setts. According to the US longer. It was one of the best My only comeback was to near the entrance to the March, Boston is the place Census, Massachusetts is steak places I ever ate in. say, “Dance with me and we supper club. It illustrated to be,” said Colette Quinlin the most Irish state in Afterward we headed for will discuss it.” the two bands that were play- of Boston Irish Tourism As- the USA, with 24% of all Murray Franklin’s, a night As it turned out, her name ing for the dinner crowd, Guy sociation. residents claiming Irish club that featured several was Maryann, and she was Lombardo and Count Basie The marquee event of ancestry. acts of entertainment. visiting her grandfather, … this was big time. TO BE festivities is the “Gaelic Enjoy! The ironic part of it all was who was one of the owners CONTINUED … Gourmet Gala” on Saturday, (Be sure to visit Hilda the fact that the headliner of the hotel. I offered her a GOD BLESS AMERICA March 14, at Aura Restau- Morrill’s gardening Web site, for the week was Freddy drink and then separated rant, Seaport Hotel Boston. www.bostongardens.com. Ross, a Boston-based come- myself from the crowd. Aura’s executive chef In addition to events covered dian who was friends with When it was time to leave, Remember Rachel Klein is joined by and reported by the columnist, Dad and Uncle Nick. One of the crowd I had abandoned Ireland’s Chef Reidy along “The Socially Set” is compiled the crowd commented, “We wanted to head to a deli that Your with Boston’s renowned from various other sources have traveled 2000 miles to was open late and I asked my Chef Barbara Lynch. such as news and press re- be entertained by someone new friend if she would like Loved Ones The four-course, sit-down leases, PRNewswire services, from home.” I, personally, to join us; she did. She dinner will benefit Fisher etc.)

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The time has come, the walrus said, The Bilingual TO TALK OF MANY THINGS Corner of shoes and ships and sealing wax of cabbages and kings by Sal Giarratani by Orazio Buttafuoco STOP INSULTING US GUV! to up to 400 more city workers to help cut Recently, our beloved Governor Deval out more than $84 million out of the city’s $140 million deficit. Lo sapevate che … Patrick went on CNN to defend his plan to The Finance Commission says giving L’ENEL (the Italian Electricity producer) punta al give Massachusetts’ families the highest 300-400 city workers close to retirement fotovoltaico e stringe un accordo con la giapponese SHARP, gas tax in America. an early retirement alone would save azienda leader nella produzione dei pannelli solari. Remember, when our governor criticized $34 million. L’obiettivo dell’intesa, presentata recentemente a Roma, his critics by saying, “you’re not smart, you’re According to BFC director Jeff Conley, “The e’ di realizzare entro il 2011 nuovi campi fotovoltaici in just pretending to be”? This time he said, “Grownups know that you can’t have some- deficit is real and a lot of things have to be grado di soddisfare I consume di oltre 80,000 famiglie; la done to solve it.” produzione prevista e’ di 161 MW, con un risparmio di thing for nothing.” Says Fire Commissioner Rod Fraser, “The emissioni di CO2 di 110,000 tonnellate l’anno. Pols lately have taken to making fun of us while they shove that knife deeper into Finance Commission report correctly identifies “Non si tratta del solito accordo commerciale”, ha spiegato a number of challenges facing the Boston Fire il direttore , divisione ‘Mercato di Enel’, Francesco Storace, the body politic. Didn’t our Attorney General Eric Holder Department and, as the report notes, we have ma e’ la condivisione di una stessa strategia dove Enel vuole taken action on all of these items.” entrare nella realizzazione e nella messa in opera dei call us “a nation of cowards” when it came Conley applauded the recent wage freeze pannelli fotovoltaici e Sharp, nella produzione di energia to talking about race? which would save $55 million but the city elettrica solare”. Uno dei problemi che frena la duffusione Didn’t President Obama once say we lis- needs to do more, especially with the police di questa tecnologia, oggi, e’proprio la mancanza dei tened “to the wrong talk radio” too? and fire budgets. pannelli, visto la crescente richiesta dovuta anche al Kudos to talk show host and Boston Herald Lisa Signori, the mayor’s budget director meccanismo di incentivazione statale previsto per cittadini opiner Michael Graham for telling it like it says the BFC report is “worthy to look at”. e aziende. E in questo senso , il 2007 e’ stato l’anno del is. boom, soprattutto per gli impianti di piccolo e media taglia. Like Graham recently said, there’s no one Un trend che sta continuando per il 2008: nei primi Quattro out there happy with the idea of paying POLS SPLITTING WITH DEVAL mesi dell’anno, sono stati istallati 25.3 MW per un totale di 61 cents for state and federal taxes per gal- OVER GAS TAX lon of gas. And who among us wants gas taxes 104.5MW, pari a oltre 10,000 impianti. Beacon Hill lawmakers have soured on our tied to inflation? L’accordo quindi prevede la realizzazione di un impianto governor’s plan to increase the gas tax by Hey, call me a cynic but the governor has industriale in Italia, operative tra la fine del 2009 e il 2010, 19 cents. everything you know what backwards. As per la produzione integrate di pannelli con la recnologia The governor congratulated the Mass esclusiva di SHARP, il film sottilea tripla congiunzione in Graham says, “It requires a truly childlike faith to believe that Deval and the Democrats TurnPike on the agency’s cost-savings grado di abbattere il 30% dei costi rispetto al tradizionale plan but half of them were simply contracts can be trusted with half a billion in new gas silicio cristallino, perche’ se ne usa meno. ENEL e’ tra I connected to the Big Dig which have protagonisti nella sperimentazione, a Catania, di taxes today based on the promise of reform tomorrow.” expired. fotovoltaici di nuova generazione. State Senator Mark Montigny, D-New I liked Graham’s reminder of an age old Did you know that … Bedford says, “I don’t know where they’re adage “that politicians like diapers, need to ENEL (the multinational electric company) aims toward going to get the votes from. I wouldn’t even con- be changed often, and for the same reason.” the photovoltaic and has thus tied up an agreement with sider a vote for the gas tax … I have so little the Japanese SHARP, a leading corporation in the produc- faith that we’ll get the dramatic reform we tion of solar panels. The purpose of the entente recently MENINO URGED TO need.” achieved in Rome, is to produce, by the year 2011, new WOO 400 TO RETIRE Patrick hit the culture of “fiscal shell photovoltaic fields to meet the needs of more than 80,000 The Boston Finance Commission, A City games.” What does he call the ying-yang families; the output, now anticipated, is 161MW with a Hall watchdog group is calling on Mayor Tom strategy of pitting higher tolls vs. higher gas saving of CO2 emissions, equal to 10,000 tons a year. “This Menino to offer early retirement packages taxes? is not the usual business agreement”, said Francesco Storace, the director of the division ‘Market of Enel’, “but it is the sharing of the same strategy in which Enel wants to • News Briefs (Continued from Page 1) get into the realization and in the installation of the photo- No Such Thing as a Cops said all he had to show great and shows how a voltaic panels with SHARP being the producer of solar Routine Traffic Stop them was an expired El Sal- one-time offer of help has electric power.” One of the problems which slow down the Cops on patrol stopped a vadoran driver’s license. He turned into a partnership spreading of this technology today, is precisely the lack of West Roxbury man on a was charged with driving that helps folks in need. panels, opposite the growing demand due also to the mecha- recent Monday after seeing without a license and leav- The story originally ran in nism of state incentives anticipated for citizens and com- the driver allegedly fail to ing the scene of an accident. the Boston Medical Center panies. In this framework, the year 2007 has been the year stop for a school bus. Here’s some advice. If your INSPIRE newsletter. of the boom, especially for the small and medium size After questioning the license is no good, don’t go It’s nice to have good news installations. It is a trend that is continuing in 2008: in driver, police report the crashing into cop cars. to spread! the first four months (of 2008) 25.3MW, for a total of 104.5MW suspect’s license had been Ocean State Job Lot Wasn’t that Ginger Ale? that equals more than 10,000 installations, have been suspended and his car in- Does Lots for BMC A guy broke into an installed. The agreement, therefore, predicts the installa- surance had been revoked. Elsewhere in this issue is Alachua County Sheriff’s tions of a complex, in Italy, to be operative between the end But there’s more. a press release from Boston office in Florida and stole a of 2009 and 2010 for the production, integrated with pan- The driver was charged Medical Center and its part- small refrigerator from an els, with the exclusive technology provided by SHARP, the with operating a motor ve- nership with Ocean State Job office. It was filled with thin film of the layer able to slash 30% of the cost as oppo- hicle with a suspended li- Lot. I thought the story was urine samples. site to the traditional crystal silicone because less is used. cense, operating a motor Enel is among the protagonists in the experimentation, at vehicle without insurance, Catania, of photovoltaic elements of a new generation. unlawful possession of a fire- arm, unlawful possession of ammunition and cited NORTH END for possession of a Class D substance. Remember, this all started not stopping for a school bus. PRINTING What’s routine about police stops? Nothing! Like Forest 5 PRINCE STREET • NORTH END • BOSTON, MA 02113 Gump said, “You never know what you’ll get.” Owned and operated by Pamela Donnaruma, Publisher, Post-Gazette Forget Something? 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• Simple Times (Continued from Page 2) constant revenue stream happens without ad rev- EXTRA Innings also proved to be a large fac- enues. No other option to tor in the death knell of pull in the big bucks exists. by Sal Giarratani some 700 magazines in the After all the harsh reali- United States in 2008. ties facing the newspaper Retiring Rice’s Number 14 on those Ranger days was Jose Canseco who In a February 20 article industry and doom-and- The Red Sox plan to have a grand celebra- alleges he injected Pudge with steroids. in Forbes.com, I read that gloom forecasts I’ve pre- tion this summer when they retire Jim Ivan is a 14-time All-Star catcher who Harvard University might sented here, I’m ending on Rice’s uniform Number 14. must be praying to God much lately, huh? purchase The Boston Globe, a positive thought that de- Rice got elected to Cooperstown in Janu- the Ford Foundation could spite all the dread there are ary along with Ricky Henderson. Last year, Abreu Signs with Angels control the reins of The many journalists, academ- the Sox retired Johnny Pesky’s Number 6. The LA Angels have signed Bobby Abreu New York Times, and the ics, and rabid readers who to a $5 million contract and have added a Heritage Foundation may believe the newspaper in- Good Luck to Rocco good left-handed bat to its lineup. take over The Washington dustry will survive and in When Rocco Baldelli burst onto the base- Abreu, 34, batted .296 with 20 homers and Times. The article’s author, some ways thrive albeit into ball scene, he became an instant Rookie of 100 RBIs for the NY Yankees in 2008. Bruce Bartlett, is a longtime a pared-down product. the Year contender with Tampa Bay in 2003. journalist whose primary On February 26, The Rosen In 2006, he looked like a future superstar, Last Hurrah for Junior? concern is not whether he Group released the results of then health problems kicked in. In the last Ken Griffey Jr., who became a star play- will still have a career. “My its debut media poll. The two seasons, he played in just 63 games, ing his first 11 seasons in Seattle is back main concern is how will public relations firm spoke but at only 27 years old, he’s hoping he’ll be in the fold. Atlanta was desperately seek- policymakers and average to 316 people ages 12-75, via healthy and ready as a Red Sox this coming ing Junior to shore up their outfield, but Americans make informed the Internet, from Febru- season. Everyone’s rooting for him. Here’s Griffey Jr., decided to return home to the decisions without solid infor- ary18-23, and the results hoping he wins the Comeback Player of the Mariners. Last season he was far from his mation. The Internet, as are astonishing: “Nearly 80 Year in 2009. primetime stats, but he still wasn’t bad bat- everyone knows, can be a percent of respondents still ting .249 with 18 homers and 71 RBIs. cesspool of lies and mis- subscribe to magazines and information that spreads at the vast majority (83 per- I-Rod Says “Only God Knows” the speed of light,” Bartlett cent) find that daily newspa- Ivan Rodriguez at last report was still Same Thing for Glavine? said. pers are still relevant.” searching for a team to join and said that Tommy Glavine went home to the Atlanta Objective journalists know Lori Rosen, founder and “only God knows” if his name is on the list Braves for a one-year $1 million contract. that fairness must be given president of The Rosen of 104 players who tested positive for ste- The 300 game winner will be the fifth to both sides of any story. Group, adds: “People are roids back in 2003. His former teammate starter in the rotation this season. And the journalistic maxim looking online for news and ‘the story within a story’ is lifestyle information, but • Mrs. Murphy (Continued from Page 7) true in this column as I lean they are not abandoning receiving rave reviews. News rant. Give it a try, and if the WTKK evenings from 7-10 toward blaming the Internet their print editions. There of the restaurant’s success food is as good as promised, PM ... Mayor Menino will for the newspaper industry’s is still a certain satisfaction is beginning to spread, and spread the word ... Eastie is start construction in Central troubles. While that is partly and ease to holding printed people are coming from other as famous for its restaurants Park this spring, that is if accurate, the other part is text in your hands, and PDAs cities and towns to dine in as the North End ... Eastie’s the city has the moola! ... due to the economic crisis, or PCs will not replace this this elegant restaurant. It’s Radio Talk host Michele Deval Patrick, a dud with a and then the larger picture just yet.” For more in-depth Eastie’s newest che-che res- McPhee is getting as famous fancy Harvard education, shows the industry has been information on the poll’s taurant ... Off The Boat on as Howie Carr. Listeners are can’t figure it out. Woe is bleeding for many years. results, go to www.media Porter Street is now open for tuning in to hear her views this state. Patrick’s only so- Paper and ink and presses bistro/fishbowlny/newspa- sit down dinner business. on the political scene, and lution to Massachusetts and the people who operate pers/survey.com. Word is the fish is fresh, and she’s always on the money! problems is TAX hikes. Next, them as well as the staff of For more information re- tasty. Off The Boat is Eastie’s If you haven’t listened to we’ll be taxed on the air we editors and reporters and garding all the news that’s newest and only fish restau- Michele, she’s on 96.9 FM breathe! ... Till next time! delivery people all exact still fit to print, go to your lo- huge sums of capital. The cal corner store and buy your dilemma is that none of that favorite newspaper! • Open Letter (Continued from Page 1) Governor, you are on neighborhoods are working Let’s not begrudge them record as saying you would people who deserve a break the small toll discount that • Obama Whitewashes Iran (Continued from Page 2) not support both an increase for enduring decades of they have been given in among other sweeteners. more powerful and resolute. in the gas tax and a hike in construction, traffic, pollu- return. Granted the cover of respect- A genuinely new, rational tolls, but the adoption of tion and noise — the by- ability, Iran was emboldened policy toward Iran would turn Section 42 of the transpor- products of the massive Sincerely, to continue fomenting Islam- away from the last 30 years tation bill would break that transportation projects that Salvatore LaMattina ist aggression and avidly pur- and begin by facing up to pledge. The citizens of these keep Massachusetts moving. District 1 City Councilor sue its then-embryonic Teheran’s ongoing proxy war nuclear program. against us. Obama’s appeasing diplo- macy re-enacts the disas- Elan Journo is a fellow at the trous policy of the past. Our Ayn Rand Center for Individual policymakers evaded Iran’s Rights, focusing on foreign character as an enemy, and policy. The Ayn Rand Center by rewarding its aggression is a division of the Ayn Rand with bribes and conciliation, Institute and promotes the phi- they encouraged a spiral of losophy of Ayn Rand, author further attacks. of “Atlas Shrugged” and “The No. Bush was no exception Fountainhead.” to this trend. After 9/11 his administration invited Iran LEGAL NOTICE — the leading sponsor of Is- lamist terrorism — to join an Commonwealth of Massachusetts The Trial Court anti-terrorism coalition(!). Probate and Family Court Talk of an axis of evil was Docket No. MI09P0412GD quickly abandoned, and Middlesex Probate and Family Court Washington backed the 208 Cambridge Street European scheme to bribe Cambridge, MA 02141 (617) 768-5800 Iran to halt its nuclear pro- In the matter of: gram. By late last year, there Candice A Haak was talk of opening a U.S. Of: Framingham, MA Special Interests Section (a NOTICE OF PETITION FOR step down from an embassy) APPOINTMENT OF GUARDIAN in Iran. 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HOOPS and HOCKEY in the HUB

CORNER TALK by Reinaldo Oliveira, Jr. by Richard Preiss

It was the first weekend playoffs, it will be later in Lent, and Boston Bruins rather than earlier since goalie Tim Thomas was per- the both are destined to be- forming a rare form of public gin playoff action against penance near his locker fol- other teams. lowing the B’s 4-3 overtime That’s too bad since there loss to the Washington Capi- seems to be a bit a bit of a tals at the Garden. rivalry brewing between the Thomas, who has been a clubs. “I heard them say they savior in the nets for the think they’re in our heads,” B’s throughout the season, let stated B’s coach Claude the winning tally get by just Julien. “They do a lot of talk- Tony Danza and Tony 22 seconds into the overtime ing. They obviously don’t DeMarco session when Alexander do a lot of research. I don’t Semin let go an 80-foot slap think that (regular season his stool, before the tenth shot that Thomas appeared defeats) rattled us against round started. Kelly Pavlik to have stopped with his Montreal when it came to is one heck of a tough guy. pads before it went into the playoff time last year. It was This match was for the WBC net. a one-goal game, it could Contenders: Mike Alexander, AK Laleye and Tim Flamos Middleweight Title. In New Double T, who two nights have gone either way. If any- York City, on the 21st Miguel earlier, had actually scored thing it was two good teams “Welcome Fans of Box- ring. Master of Ceremonies Cotto 33-1, 27 KO’s won in a point in the game against going at each other. I don’t ing!” Tonight March 6th, John Vena continues doing five rounds over Michael Anaheim, now apologized for think they scare us.” there’s Mayflower Madness, a great job. One that it ap- Jennings 34-2, 16 KO’s, to letting his teammates down Three nights later, it was in America’s Home Town pears he was, born to do. The win the vacant WBO Welter- in the crucial extra session Manny Fernandez between here in Plymouth. Jimmy semi-final bout was equally weight Title. Miguel Cotto of the hard-fought contest. the pipes on the eve of the Burchfield, and CES Promo- interesting. Rico Hoye of Ari- pounded the body of Jennings Never mind that the B’s had trading deadline as the tions has this exciting fight zona, won by way of 79-72 prior to this stoppage. Body indeed come from behind to Philadelphia Flyers came to card, for you. Honored this scores from all three judges shots hurt like ______! Then pick up a point and keep a town and scored a trio of night will be Boxing’s over Akinyemi “AK” Laleye. on the undercard, Boston respectable lead in the con- third period goals to defeat Charles “Babe” Wood. Post- In other bouts, our Tough crowd favorite John Duddy ference race. What people the Bruins 4-2. The setback humously Inducted into the Warrior Tim Flamos of 26-0, 17 KO’s remained un- remember is the end — and did not affect the team’s CES Ring of Honor. Then Brockton, came up short in beaten, when he defeated it wasn’t very pretty if you standing — the Bruin’s were New Bedford’s 34 year old his fight with a fired up Felix Matt Vanda in ten. John happened to be wearing still in first place in the Schoolboy Jason Pires, takes Cora Jr. of Texas. Ryan Duddy did have a battle Black and Gold. Conference — but things on former world Champions Coyne prevailed over Rich- surge, from his opponent “That doesn’t happen very narrowed a bit with New cousin, Louie Leija. Then ard Gingras, and Alfredo Matt Vanda in the tenth and often,” said Thomas. “That Jersey drawing to within the 19-8-1 Paul Delgado of Escalera Jr. defeated Erick final round. Matt Vanda did was one of the luckiest shots six points of the Causeway New Bedford, now of Atlanta Vega by way of a stoppage in come to win. John Duddy I’ve ever seen. It was about Street crew. takes on local warrior Troy six. All fighters in this tour- still remains unbeaten, in three inches off the ice Player after player in the Smith of Brockton. In other nament raise your heads up winning by one-sided scores until halfway to me and then locker room spoke of the bouts there’s Manuel Anto- high. You are all courageous of 99-91, 99-91, and 97-93. it just started to lift. I got a need to step up and turn nio Lopes 4-0-1 of Marsh- winners. Many great indi- In Youngstown Willie Nelson good piece of it. What origi- things around — especially field, the 5-0-1 Isander viduals at this fight. World 11-0, 7 KO’s remained un- nally started out as a pad with only about a month left Beauchamp, the 1-0 Mical Welterweight Champions beaten as “Ole Willie,” Won save turned into a glove in the regular season. Weisberg of Stoughton, and Tony DeMarco, Sugar Ray in One over Damon Antoine save and I kind of missed “We’ve got to keep our in a womens bout, Kati Leonard, there’s Janet, 9-26-2, 4 KO’s. it. I got a good piece of it and heads up,” said forward Marc Reiss tangles with Alex- Chris Sarno, and Iron Mike “CONTENDERS!” Tough for whatever reason it just Savard. “We’ve got 17 games sandra Magdziak Lopes, Pusateri, Promoters Jimmy Tim Flamos and Rich spun.” left and you don’t want to wait who fights in her first bout as Burchfield, and Rich Cap- Gingras represented New The shot was a hard one until it’s too late. We’ve got a professional. Come on piello, Joe Angelo, George England and Massachusetts — so hard in fact that 15 to get going here again, down. It’s a good night out, for Chuvalo who never got proudly, and honorably. “ minutes after the game had have a good practice and go the sport of Warriors. knocked off his feet. Louie Thank you!” ended, while addressing the from there.” Contender 2009! Hosted Gracia USA Boxing New FIGHTS: March 6th on assembled media in the Julien also offered his by Tony Danza, at the MGM England Chief Official, Mike ESPN2 Delvin Rodrigues locker room, he admitted thoughts. “I think you want Grand Foxwoods. Action from Zullo, Arthur Natalino, battles royally with Issac that his hand still hurt, say- to find your groove,” said the start to finish. They put Michael Natalino, Fred Hlatshwayo for the IBF Wel- ing he could “still feel it in coach. “There’s going to be together, a talented group of Traverse, Anton Metzger, terweight Title. The 7th on my hand from where it hit a time when things are fighters. The “King of Kings” George Romano, Jack Mon- HBO from San Jose Califor- — it hit so hard.” going to start falling into in 2009, is Contender Cham- roe, Chad Dawson, Sergio nia, Joel Julio battles Sympathy came from his place and we’ll get on a roll pion Troy Ross. He’s 18-1, Mora, George Romano, James Kirkland Jr. Middle- counterpart on the ice, again, so it’s just a matter with 13 KO’s. He’s also a two Richard Jahn, Edwin weights, Robert Guerrero Washington goalie Jose of working our way through time Olympian for Canada. Rodriquez who is fighting swaps punches with TBA, and Theodore. it. You’ve got to kind of try In his win, he defeated on March 19th in Worcester, Victor Ortiz and Mike “It kind of hit the ice and focus on your next game the 12-4, 7 KO’s Ehinomen Kimberly Ricci, Denny Arnaoutis fight it out for the and went back up so that’s and make the corrections Ehikhamenor of New York Intravesato in a great night win. At this time, I am watch- really hard for a goalie. It’s that need to happen. It’s via Nigeria, by way of a TKO for boxing. ing the Tim Flamos versus almost like a tip. I know it going to take the coaching in the fourth. Spectator John This is what happened on Ryan Coyne rerun of their didn’t look good but in a staff and the players work- Apone, gave the first round the 21st ? Kelly Pavlik 35-1, previous fight on televi- way it’s a tough play because ing together to make that to Troy Ross. Troy Ross, 31 KO’s defeated mandatory sion. Tim Flamos won this you can’t practice that. It’s happen. I’ve had this team never let up against his val- challenger Marco Antonio fight. I’m getting a kick out not a good feeling for a goalie that I have right now for a iant opponent. These fighters Rubio 43-5-1, 37 KO’s. Marco of one of his team mates because it is right around year. We’re in first place so were letting it all out in the Antonio Rubio, remained on yelling several times, the end of the season and I think we’re capable of doing “Rocky Marciano Style!” the coming playoffs but it a good job.” “Rocky Marciano Style!” was a tougher play than it ABSOLUTELY ESSENTIAL looked.” — Maybe, just maybe it is The contest did not receive Bruins right wing Michael the buildup that the meet- Ryder. You see, he’s the only ing with San Jose did back skater, that in games when on February 10 but games he’s not been available for with Washington might well duty, the Bruins had com- be judged more important piled a losing record (2-4-2) since Washington is one of as March began. In all other two teams—the other is New scenarios when a player or Jersey — that are right combination of players had behind the Bruins in the sat out, the Bruins had a Eastern Conference. The winning mark despite the team that finishes first in absences. the Conference gets the In addition, The Bruins home ice advantage through were 17-0-1 in games where the first three rounds of the Ryder scored a goal. The only playoffs. other player to match that The Bruins don’t play mark was David Krejci. As Washington for the remain- March began Ryder had a Left to Right: Boxing Fans with Promoter Richie Troy Ross and Anton der of the regular season. If 4-3-7 streak going in his last Cappiello and Iron Mike Pusateri Metzger the two teams meet in the four games played.