THE PRINT EDITION
THURSDAY, MAY 9, 2019
VOLUME XIX- ISSUE 74
Condon Loves Mom
A Better Beaches Meeting by Rick Winterson
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ou don’t have to be told how important beaches are to the South Boston community. And you don’t have to be told that our beaches are top quality, with virtually 100% successful quality testing. But (as it must) the work on further beach improvement continues. Twelve yea rs ago, t he M a s s a c hu s e t t s Legislature established the Metropolitan Beaches Commission (the MBC). The MBC took an in-depth look at the public beaches owned by the Commonwealth and managed by the Department of Conversation and Recreation (the DCR). The non-profit organization, Save the Harbor/ Save the Bay (SHSB), which began 35 years ago, was asked to play a leading role in the MBC’s inquiry and as a consultant.
A meeting to gather South Boston community input took place Monday evening (May 6) at the Tynan School/Community Center. Despite double playoff games (Bruins and Celtics) that evening, approximately 50 South Bostonians showed up to give their input. Rep. David Biele was on hand, as were Bruce Berman and Tani Marinovich, who was appointed the President of Save the Harbor/Save the Bay earlier this year. She had previously served as a Director in the Charles R iver Watershed A ssociation and the Esplanade Association. Monday evening’s MBC meeting opened with remarks from State Rep. David Biele, followed by an update from SHSB’s Bruce Berman. Perhaps most striking were the tables of water quality over the past several years. These tables showed a
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Special delivery! “Mom” always comes first at the Condon Community Center. The Saturday morning crew finished up breakfast and basketball skills and then picked out the perfect flowers as an early Mother’s Day Surprise. Upcoming events at the BCYF Condon CC – SBSC Summer Camp Registration for Juniors, ages 5-7 is Tuesday, May 21, 5:30pm; Resource Fair for Kids with Disabilities/Autism, Wednesday, May 22, 6pm. For more information stop in to CCC, 200 D Street or call (617) 635-5100.
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Challenger League Becomes Field of Dreams for Special Needs kids
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aseba ll park s a ll across Boston and the countr y were filled with young boys and girls last weekend for the opening of the new baseball season, always one of the most fun and exciting times of the year, especially for kids first starting out playing ball. Hopefully, we will finally have some warm weather so we can really enjoy A merica’s favorite pastime. I remember as a kid growing up, just about every baseball field from Savin Hill, Mission Hill, Fallon Field to Columbus Park was packed with kids every evening. Over the years, I always loved to watch young kids growing up, developing their skills, including teamwork and sportsmanship, which stayed with them throughout their lives. Years later, I would watch some of these same kids from across the city play in high school and even college, before they
might have gone off to serve our country in Vietnam. Many of these same kids I coached in baseball, basketball and football from Little League, Boys Club, C.Y.O. to college. Later I started Boston’s first city basketball league and men’s fast-pitch softball league. I witnessed first-hand not only the positive impact that sports had on the lives of young boys and girls,
but the joy and happiness it brought them and their parents. All that was going through my head this weekend as the Challenger Baseball League of Braintree, sponsored by Sean O’Brien and Local 25 of the Teamsters Union, opened the 2019 baseball season for special needs children, many of them living with autism. The league has kids from Braintree and throughout the South Shore. Joe
“Okie” O’Connor is the president of the league, and they have many outstanding volunteers, like Marta from Braintree and Lucia from Massachusetts Maritime Academy, and coaches like Steve Reardon and Jake McKinnon. I love seeing the pride on the faces of the kids’ parents. It’s the only sporting event where every fan cheers for everyone on both teams. Every player is an MVP. Pitching for batting practice to both teams, as I love doing, I know every player’s favorite pitch. The games are played every Sunday afternoon at 1 at Hollingsworth Field in Braintree. You see some competitive players, dedicated parents and loyal volunteers there and on baseball fields all across the area, supporting and watching young kids play their hearts out while all the spectators are rooting for their heroes on the “field of dreams.” It’s about as good as it can get in America today.
ANONYMOUS: Crime Stoppers You are familiar with calling 9-1-1 to report an emergency. That’s fine – use a 9-1-1 call to report a possible crime, a fire, or a medical problem. If a crime or other emergency is actually “in progress”, you should use 9-1-1 for the quickest action. However, you can also fight crime in your neighborhood anonymously by calling Crime Stoppers. TEXT “TIP” TO CRIME (27463) OR CALL 1-800-494-TIPS. Who you are will NEVER be revealed! Crime Stoppers is a partnership between Mayor Martin J. Walsh, Boston Police Commissioner William G. Gross, and business and civic leaders from the community. The Crime Stoppers program began 12 years ago, in 2007. Since then, more than 6,000 tips have been received – that’s over 500 tips each year. You may ask, “How many callers to Crime Stoppers were ever identified?” The answer is “NONE. NEVER. NOT EVEN ONCE!” This is your City. You can help keep it safe. You can call Crime Stoppers or text a tip anonymously 24 hours a day, every day. Once again: TEXT “TIP” TO CRIME (27463) OR CALL 1-800-494-TIPS.
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Beaches virtual 100% passing grade for the Harbor and Bay waters along the beaches of South Boston. The next hour of the meeting was spent in taking inputs from the assembled residents of South Boston – community input was the ultimate reason for having this MBC meeting in the first place. The meeting attendees joined in the exercise with enthusiasm, after being split
into two teams. They logged down their thoughts on cards, and fastened them to scratch boards in three categories: “ Work i n g We l l ”, “Ne e d s Improvement”, and “Missing”. As mentioned, the water qu a l it y i mprovement s a re working well, even though more people are using the beaches here. In addition, the business uses of enterprises on the South Boston shoreline, such as the Conley Terminal and the Flynn
A group picture of several participants in the MBC joint seminar. Cruiseport, are growing. There were many recommendations for more improvements, such as additional lighting along Carson Beach and Pleasure Bay, a shuttle and more parking at Castle Island, pest (rats!) control under piers and wharves, dog control, and added food trucks. There were disagreements as well – the use of more food trucks was questioned, as were the effects of
warming and rising ocean levels, but these are healthy controversies. The MBC meeting minutes will be assembled and made public shortly. Take an interest in these findings and recommendations. After all, South Boston, with beaches, bu si ne s se s, h a rbor v ie w s, and 82% of its boundary being salt water, is basically a ma rit ime neig hborhood.
Rep. Biele holds a suggestion board. Yes, it holds 28 suggestions for our beaches.
Senator Collins Votes for Safe Streets
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he Massachusetts State Senate recently passed new requirements for cyclists and motorists that promote pedestrian and road safety. State Senator Nick Collins, who represents South Boston, Dorchester, Mattapan, and Hyde Park, voted in favor of the bill. The legislation includes severa l mea sures t hat will greatly improve road safety. The bill classif ies several groups, including pedestrians, utility workers, f irst responders and c yclists, as vulnerable road users a nd requires cars to apply a safe passing distance of at least three feet when traveling 30 miles per hour. The bill would require trucks leased or under contract with the Commonwealth to be equipped with sideguards, and special mirrors to reduce the risk posed to vulnerable road users who are often invisible in blind
spots and susceptible to slipping underneath large vehicles during accidents. Fina lly, t he bill increases the f lexibility of the Department of Transportation to reduce t he speed limit in active construction z ones t hereby signif ic a nt ly i nc re a si n g t he prote c t ion provided to v u lnerable workers and f irst responders at t he c on st r uc t ion site. “This legislation will make our streets safe for everyone who uses them” said Senator Nick Collins. “The First Suffolk Dist ric t ha s u n for t u nately seen a tragic uptick in traffic accidents, pa rticu la rly wit h pedestrians and bicyclists. As our city grows, it is important to implement these common sense reforms in order to save lives and make our communities more wa lkable and livable.” That bill now moves to the House for consideration.
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Nurture Your Neighbor – Nominate a Mom for a Free Ultimate Mind / Body Makeover
By Tara Kerrigan Hayes
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ne last chance to nominate a special mom for this extraordinary giveaway. This was all made possible by the generosity of local business owners (listed on SBOL website) who care for their community. All you need to do is email a few words about your chosen mom. WHO TO NOMINATE
We all know those moms who are so busy caring for others, that she neglects her own self care. We are
looking for any local mom in need of an energy shift. Whether she’s a working mother of three struggling to find work / home life balance, or a single mom with no support and continually in survival mode, we want to hear and share her story, and help lift her spirits. WHAT YOU SHOULD DO
Send us an email to NurtureYourNeighbor@yahoo. com briefly describing your nominee (500 word max), and what it is that makes her special. This can be about her adversities, her triumphs, or how she goes above and beyond for her family or community in a profound way. Anything that illustrates why she deserves to be the recipient of our Nurture Your Neighbor Ultimate Make-Over! (Please include a photo). Submissions accepted until midnight on May 9, 2019. Winner to be announced on May 10, 2019.
South Boston Spring Stroll TONIGHT Celebrate Spring at the 4th annual South Boston Spring Stroll that will be taking place on Thursday evening May 9th starting at 5 pm. Come on out and stroll along East & West Broadway with your neighbors, friends and family – to enjoying an evening of shopping, dining, music, and art – while supporting the local business community. This is a great time to start your Mother’s Day shopping! The South Boston Chamber of Commerce and South Boston NDC, invite you to leisurely stroll along our neighborhood business district and enjoy incredible one night only discounts, refreshments, and other promotions from our unique shops, boutiques, restaurants and salons. Start or end your evening with a bite to eat or beverages at one of your favorite restaurants or taverns. Pedicabs will be available from 6 - 9 pm to whisk you along East and West Broadway, to and from your favorite shops, salons, boutiques and restaurants, compliments of Dedham Savings. More than 40 businesses along East and West Broadway will be participating! For more information and updates visit: sbndc.org/spring-stroll • #SpringStroll19 Participating Businesses (to date) Al’s Liquors American Provisions The Beauty Bar The Broadway Best Dressed Brito Family Dental Bringing Up Baby Capo Restaurant Café Porto Bello City of Boston Credit Union Covet Columbus Dry Cleaners Cranberry Café Dedham Savings Deirfiur Home Dew Luxe East Boston Savings Bank Fat Baby Gogarbaj Habit Indulge Day Spa The Juice Box Ku De Ta LexRx Lincoln Tavern & Restaurant Loco Taqueria & Oyster Bar Luxe Leisure Market Floral Studio Micro Plant Studio Neatly Nested The Paramount The Playwright Pretty Reckless Roza Lyons Social Wines Stapleton Floral Starbucks Wears + Wares Wink Eyecare
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Here’s to 2020 On Monday, Sr. Evelyn Hurley departed for her current home at the Sister of Charity Mother House in Nazareth, Kentucky, but not before there was a Sunday morning reception for her in Cushing Hall. She had just spent nearly a month visiting South Boston and her many, many friends, a lot of whom she had taught in St. Brigid School (now the South Boston Catholic Academy). And she’s planning to return here next year for another visit, after she celebrates her 105th Birthday in March, 2020. Bon voyage, Sister. It was wonderful to see you.
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Allisons Present “History Night” in Cushing Hall by Rick Winterson
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veryone knows that South Boston is a historic site, anchored by Castle Island, Dorchester Heights, and Fort Point. Its history extends back to its key role in America’s War of Independence in 1776. On Wednesday evening, May 01, Bob and Phyllis Allison presented an evening they called “History Night”, which featured some striking exhibits and historic facts about South Boston during the 20th Century. History is still made here, as strongly as ever! World War I Meda l of Honor re c ipie nt M ic h a e l “Micke y” Pe r k i n s was mentioned. A street map from 1910 depicted t he origina l Perkins Institute for the Blind, later to relocate to Watertown. A headline from the Boston Post (do you remember it?) marked the destructive fire that leveled
Fifteen of the 50 South Bostonians at the 2019 History Night. the St. Eulalia Church (St. Brigid Church’s predecessor), and Joe Williams displayed his skillfully curated collection of postcards. Photo montages contrasted the South Boston Catholic Academy now, with St. Brigid School back in mid-20th Century. And by
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the way, the Boston Post back in 1933 cost only two cents ($0.02). The A llisons’ Guests of Honor were most certainly the visiting Sister Evelyn Hurley, SCN, a nd Wi l lia m “Bi l l ” Bulger, fondly recalled as “Mr. President” of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts’ Senate for so many years. Sr. Evelyn recalled her years at St. Brigid School, where she taught a number of people who were attended last week’s “History Night” audience. Her recall and her remarks were
notably perfect, including the story of her epic trip through Baltimore a couple of years ago. For you see, Sr. Evelyn turned 104 in March. Bill Bulger is a natural raconteur. His stories completely captured and regaled the crowd at “History Night”. Bill closed his remarks with a tuneful rendition of our local Anthem – “Southie Is My Home Town” that included the second verse about Mickey Perkins’ exploits.. Marvelous! It was quite the night!
Bill Bulger regales History Night; Sr. Evelyn looks on.
Sr. Evelyn Hurley and Bob Allison, enjoy History Night.
Bob and Phyllis Allison, your hosts at History Night, 2019.
The view from Castle Island was quite different back then.
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EXCEL High at MIT On Monday, South Boston Online sat down for an informal interview with Ms. Ledilla Fedillaga-Bokas, who is the Chemistry teacher at South Boston’s EXCEL High School. The topic was EXCEL’s participation in the various levels of the 2019 Science Fairs. The first Science Fair took place among the students studying various sciences within EXCEL High School itself. There were 30 student entries, some put together singly, most the result of small teams working together. The three basic sciences – physics, chemistry, and biology – were all represented, with the largest number dealing with chemistry projects. The students also undertook projects in biochemistry and environmental science. Ten winners were declared locally. Two projects finally went on to exhibit and compete in the statewide Science Fair held at MIT. One of these projects dealt with physics and electronics. Called “Super Magnets”, its two-person team was formed by Eos Calinbas and Davidson Guarriere. The other project was environmental and was entitled “Treated Plants”. The team was Hailey Bravo and Pamela Martinez. All Science Fair participants are to be congratulated for their efforts. We live in a scientific age.
Eos Calinbas and Davidson Guarriere bytheir project, “Super Magnets”
The Massachusetts Port Authority Announce the Creation of the
South Boston Foundation
Pictured Back Row L-R: William Higgins, Board Member, John Pranckevicius, Massport’s Acting CEO, City Councilor Michael Flaherty, State Representative David Biele, Christopher Miller, Board Member; Front Row L-R: Kelly O’Shea, Board Member, Anna Tenaglia, Massport’s Acting CFO & Board Member, State Senator Nick Collins, City Councilor Ed Flynn, Jennifer Jackson, Board Member, Kathy Lafferty, Board Member, *Not Pictured: Eddie McGuire, Board Member
The South Boston Foundation will support youth educational, fitness, wellness and athletic programs in South Boston as well as parks and recreation facilities in South Boston. The Foundation Trustees are appointed by local elected officials and Massport and will oversee the South Boston Foundation and its allocation of funding. We are excited to begin this new partnership with our South Boston neighbors!
Hailey Bravo welcomes judges to her “Treated Plants” project (Not shown: Pam Martinez).
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Charity Hockey Game to Support Skate for the 22 Foundation Non-profit Program Supports over 375 Veterans throughout Massachusetts
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ecently, Representative David Biele skated in the 4th Annual Heroes vs. Legislators charity hockey game to benefit the Skate for the 22 Foundation, a nonprofit organization that provides support services to veterans and their families across Massachusetts. Founded in 2015 by a group of veterans, the Foundation gets its name from a staggering mental health statistic—military and veteran agencies estimate that an estimated twenty-two veterans take their lives each day. In re sponse to t hose numbers, the Foundation was created with three core goals: create a suppor tive, tea m environment for veterans through camaraderie and the sport of
hockey at no cost; raise public awareness and provide prevention services to help veterans who may be struggling; and provide financial assistance to families of veterans who commit suicide. To achieve these goals, the Foundation sponsors learn-toskate programs and organizes hockey games for veterans of all skills and abilities. It also provides access to confidential
mental health care for veterans and their families. To support these efforts, the Foundation engages in extensive fundraising, including charity hockey games with the Boston Bruins Alumni and the Boston Fire Department. When the Foundation first started, it served 18 veterans. In just four years, that number has grown exponentially and the Foundation now supports over 375 veterans and their families. “It was an honor to skate with these heroes, listen to their stories, and learn how
programs like the Skate for the 22 Foundation make a tremendous impact in their lives,” said Rep. Biele. “These brave men and women risked their lives for our freedom. It is our responsibility to listen to our veterans, understand their needs, and then do everything that we can to support our veterans and their families.” For more information on the Skate for the 22 Foundation, please visit: www.skateforthe22. org. .
Lucky Day for John
John Healey was thrilled to receive a new Bruins ring (his was lost months ago)! Thanks to Mayor Marty Walsh and Tommy McGrath who made It happen.
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BCYF Tynan Happenings
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Playground Honors True Public Servant of Boston
The 2018-19 co-ed volleyball League ended in April with the Hawkes Club taking the championship. The league is over 30 years old because of the dedication and perseverance of our Program Supervisor, Kathy Davis, well done to other fun and competitive season. See photo, Matt, Katie Hawkes, Tim McMillan, Annmarie McLaughlin, Kelly Hawkes and Mona Casper. See you next year! The Parks Department Golf Program for youth & Adults ended this week at the bcyf Tynan. Each Wednesday night 20 youth participated for an hour and 20 adults received their hour of instructions from 2 Pro golfers. The Fundamentals and techniques were covered including; Grip, set up, Alignment, and full swing. Our members are grateful to the parks Department for this very informative program. See photo. Bruins/Celtic’s Parties have been taking place in our teen center for anyone who wants to drop by and watch the games on our 65 in. Tv thanks to the council and the bcyf foundation.Food and beverages have been afforded to our members thanks to the tynan council and the generosity of the Village Pizza and Grill on L & 3rd street in south boston.
Ray Flynn, Former Mayor of Boston and Former U.S. Ambassador to the Vatican
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he family, friends and neighbors of Mike Joyce, formerly of Willis Street in Dorchester, came together at Amrhein’s Restaurant on Saturday to raise money to maintain the children’s playground named for him at Marine Park on William J. Day Boulevard in South Boston. It’s amazing the number of young kids who utilize the playground yearround. The best part of the playground is that it is handicapped accessible and safe for children of all ages, including those who are disabled. On warm days, hundreds of young boys and girls can be seen with their parents playing and having fun with other kids from throughout the city. The designers of the state-operated playground emphasized safety when first planning the site. It’s also a great place for parents to gather and sit on the benches to talk about the issues of the day. Thanks to its location, it’s always been one of most utilized public areas in the city, hosting famous civic community events, the Harry Uhlman Bandstand concerts, Tommy White Boat House meetings and a once magnificent aquarium, which was only yards away. The area might now be appropriately called the “heart of the city of Boston.” But a little about Michael Joyce, for whom we gathered at Amrhein’s to honor — and watch the Kentucky Derby. Mike came to Boston from
Galway, Ireland, and he and his wife raised a wonderful family. He did a lot to help immigrants from all countries while he was a court officer at the State House. Immigrants who didn’t know anybody when they came to our city could be assured of a best effort by Mike and our political leaders like Bob Quinn, Bill Bulger, Mike Flaherty, Marie Howe of Somerville and Sen. Willie Wall of Lawrence. Helping people was the No. 1 priority for those of us in government at the time. That’s why people like Mike Joyce, “Edzo” Crowley from Roxbury, and Franna Burke from Andrew Square were “legends” who knew how to get things done and weren’t afraid to stick their necks out to help people in need, especially veterans and working-class people, to build and preserve strong families and neighborhoods. They did not have high-profile public images with “reformers and do-gooders,” but those of us who served in public office knew how important they were. These are the people who made things better in Massachusetts, and we were damn proud to call them “good public servants.” Maybe our elected officials should begin to take a look at what those “unsung heroes” did and who really made a positive difference in Boston, not just the ones who received the biggest newspaper headlines. Even House Chaplain George Kerr and the Rev. Mike Haynes were always there to help one of their Roxbury constituents and worshipers who needed a little help. It’s the way government worked and Mike Joyce was a big part of it.
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Compass on the Bay Hosts Wedding for Executive Director
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n April 25th, Compass on the Bay held a re-enactment wedding for their Executive Director, Caitlyn Stoffle. Caitlyn officially married Shane Stoffle on February 23rd, but residents at the Memory Support Assisted Living Community wanted to be included in this milestone and decided to give Caitlyn an entire second wedding. Residents and staff each played a role in the special day: Shari Sweeney, Program
Director, served as the wedding pl a n ne r ; R a f a e l Mor e no, Director of Building & Grounds of f iciated the wedding; the c om mu n it y ’s d i n i n g s t a f f c atered t he e vent; Joa nne Clark, a resident at Compass, provided entertainment on the piano, and additional residents like Michelle Peters, Nasrin Massah, George Milliken, Paul Schaffrath and Janice Andrews were in the “wedding party”. Dr. Margaret Lawrence (left), resident at Compass, and Caitlyn Stoffle (right), Executive Director
Caitlyn Stoffle, Executive Director, Rafael Moreno, Director of Building & Grounds, and Shane Stoffle pose in front of Compass on the Bay Memory Support Assisted Living in South Boston.
Michelle Peters, resident at Compass and Bridesmaid, Paul Schaffrath, resident at Compass and Groomsman, Caitlyn Stoffle, and Janice Andrews, resident and Maid of Honor.
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This is simply to inform you that Walgreens Pharmacy has just opened at 710 East Broadway. It has replaced the Rite-Aid operation that was at the same address. The parking lot around the new Walgreens is still available for its customers, as the Rite-Aid parking
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The Lawn on D Opened Last Weekend by Rick Winterson
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outh Boston has a playground for all ages – for adults, children, and adults who want to act like kids (once again). We’re talking about The Lawn on D, of course. How do you k now you have arrived there? It’s actually quite simple. There are many goings-on at The Lawn on D, but its unmistakable trademark is the swings that have circular seats. The seats even light up at night. And our comment about adu lt s retu rning to their childhood was accurate. There were considerably more g row n-up s t h a n c h i ld re n using those trademark circular swings last Saturday. It was a raw, damp New England opening day. Haven’t we all experienced those in the past? But despite unfavorable weather – even in May, yet – the
music was playing. The stage was occupied by the Honky Tonk Nights, who featured a blue-f inished violin among the instruments they played. The vilonist could fiddle with the best, reminding one of Bill Monroe’s Bluegrass-st yle C&W music . On the tent, the Steel R hythm Band held forth. They featured steel drums; close your eyes, and you cou7ld (a lmost) imagine Caribbea n beaches nearby (almost). The Lawn on D has become a most unusual playground. Its schedule of events even includes ice skating and skiing events in the winter. But it’s getting towards summer, so keep your eye peeled and stay tuned for the warm weather happenings and goings-on that are coming up: ping pong, cornhole, building blocks, lounging Adirondack cha irs, t he a forement ioned swings and music-music-music.
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Congratulations to the Second Grade First Communion
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ongratulations to all the Second Grade children of South Boston Catholic Academy and the Religious Education Program who received their Holy Eucharist for the first time on Saturday, May 4, 2019 at Gate of Heaven Church. The Celebrants at
this Mass were Father Robert Casey, Pastor, Father Tom Olson, Parochial Vicar, Monsignor Liam Bergin and Deacon Adam Rosinski, SJ. Thank you to the Second Grade teachers from South Boston Catholic Academy, Mrs. Lisa Soegaard, Ms. Alex Galli, Ms. Maky Sullivan and
the Religious Education Program, Mrs. Joan Dixon and her Assistant, Ms. Susan Attardo, who worked tirelessly to prepare the children for this Sacrament. Special thanks to Mrs. Helenann Civian, Principal of South Boston Catholic Academy and Mr. Jim Fowkes, Director of the
Religious Education Program for the work they do throughout the year to ensure that everyone is ready for this Sacrament and to Ms. Eleanor Tynan for helping the children with the wonderful music. Thank you to all our families. God Bless all these wonderful Second Graders!
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Welcome to the Gate of Heaven 3rd Annual Mother’s Day Breakfast Join us as we celebrate the 3rd Annual Mother’s Day Breakfast after the 9:00 am Mass on Sunday, May 12, 2019 in the Gate of Heaven Church lower church hall. Hosted by Gate of Heaven Coffee and Conversation. Everyone is welcomed!
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Public Meeting
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Project Proponent: BP Broadway LLC Project Description: BP Broadway LLC propose Notice of Project Change to previously Board Approved project. The requested change is from 42 rental units to 42 condominium units including five IDP Units (affordable).
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Recent Real Estate Transactions By The Warren Group April 17th-23rd Address
City
Zip
282 Centre St
Dorchester
02122
R1F
$416,000
4
2
04/17/19
80 Greenwood St Dorchester
02121
R3F
$698,999
4
3
04/17/19
45 Crawford St
Boston
02121
R3F
$670,000
6
4
04/22/19
141-141A L St
South Boston
02127
R2F
$3,000,000 4
3
04/19/19
143 L St
South Boston
02127
R3F
$3,000,000 5
3
04/19/19
18 Linden St
South Boston
02127
R1F
$950,000
3
2
04/19/19
39 Dot. St #4
South Boston
02127
RCD $725,000
2
2
04/18/19
33 Adams St #4
Dorchester
02122
RCD $359,900
2
1
04/19/19
56 Sawyer Ave #A Dorchester
02125
RCD $360,000
1
1
04/17/19
1650 Columbia Rd #2 South Boston 02127 RCD $929,000
3
2
04/12/19
89 Train St #2
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04/17/19
232 Old Colony Ave #301 South Boston 02127 RCD $719,000
0
0
04/17/19
85 Willow Ct #402 Dorchester 02125
RCD $805,000
0
0
04/17/19
11 Agawam St #33 Dorchester 02122
RCD $260,000
0
0
04/18/19
57 L St #12
RCD $1,111,000 0
0
04/19/19
02210
RCD $214,300
0
0
04/19/19
South Boston 02127
RCD $340,000
0
0
04/22/19
Dorchester 02122
South Boston 02127
50 Liberty Dr #5H Boston 181 Bowen St #3
Type Price
RCD $10,000
Beds Baths
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