Councilor Flynn Denounces Violence Toward Boston Police, First Responders and City Officials
Councilor Flynn Files Resolution of Unequivocal Denouncement Against Any Violence, Assault and Harassment Towards Boston Police, First Responders, and City Officials
On June 28, 2026, a Boston Police Officer was in pursuit of an arrest when a large crowd surrounded him, throwing drinks and glass at the officer before the suspect fled. Reports indicate that the suspect and the officer physically struggled when a group congregated with cars and mopeds and began throwing alcoholic beverages at the officer, leaving broken glass scattered on the street. In response, Boston City Councilor Ed Flynn filed a resolution of unequivocal denouncement against any violence, assault, or harassment towards Boston Police Officers, our dedicated first responders, and city officials.
The Boston Police Department has longstanding issues of understaffing, overstretched resources, forced overtime and looming
retirements. Boston Police Officers have worked more than 16 hour days for years, disregarding officers’ personal physical and emotional wellbeing, as well as that of their families. The Boston Police Patrolmen’s Association recently noted that the Department is down roughly 600 officers, operating at roughly onethird of the workforce. This viral video and other similar incidents in recent years continue to contribute to low morale, retention, and recruitment - especially during a time of increased violence and public safety issues in Boston.
The lack of support or indifference when it comes to supporting the Boston Police, Boston Fire Department and Boston EMS only exacerbate these issues , and our city is ultimately less safe in the long run. Public safety begins with supporting the families of the men and women who put themselves in harm’s way every day to serve and protect our communities. The environment
at the Boston Police Department must be one that fosters a strong relationship within the community. To conduct community policing best practices, it is important that trust is established between officers and the residents. Officers who feel valued and respected are more likely to have positive interactions with the public, ultimately improving cooperation.
“As a society, it is never acceptable to commit acts of violence, assault, or harassment against police officers and public servants who dedicate their lives to keeping our communities safe. Our first responders deserve
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the full support of their elected leaders and the residents they serve. Any threats, violence, and harassment against those who protect our communities must be unequivocally denounced,” said Councilor Flynn. “We must stand together to support these brave men and women and ensure they have the resources, respect, and protections necessary to do their jobs and continue serving our neighborhoods. Anything less is unacceptable, and ultimately makes the City of Boston less safe.” For more information, please contact Councilor Flynn’s office at 617-635-3203 or Ed.Flynn@Boston.gov.
by Rick Winterson
South Boston Online is repeating something we are certain you’ve already heard. In a couple of days, beginning this Saturday morning, July 11, more than 60 Tall Ships will arrive in Boston. They’ll take part in “Sail Boston”, which will be returning to help
us celebrate the 250th summer of the United States of America.
The route we’ve heard the ships will be taking extends around Deer Island, after anchoring off Nahant in what’s called Broad Sound. Most important, the Tall Ships that make up “Sail Boston” will traverse Boston Harbor between Logan Airport and the northern
shoreline of South Boston – a shoreline that includes Castle Island and the Seaport, and then ends at Fan Pier. On Saturday, the viewing anywhere along this shoreline should be superb. The first Tall Ships will set sail at 9 a.m.; they’ll all be anchored at piers along South Boston’s northern shoreline by 4 p.m.
We’ll also remind you
that the Tall Ships will be publicly boarding visitors this Saturday from 5 p.m. to 10 p.m. On Sunday, July 12, through Wednesday, July 15, the boarding times will stretch from 10 a.m. until 10 p.m. Everyone is welcome –these boardings are all free. And that won’t be all.
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From this Saturday until next Wednesday, there’ll be a Festival on the water’s edge at 302 Northern Avenue in the Seaport (ride the Sail Boston Ferris Wheel). On Monday at 12 noon, the Tall Ships crews will step off on a Parade from the Leader Bank Pavilion to Christopher Columbus Park in the North End. If you haven’t gotten your fill of soccer by now, there’ll be a Sail Boston Soccer Tournament at LoPresti Park on Tuesday from 10 a.m. until 3 p.m. Two fireworks displays from a barge near Fan Pier will close out both Saturday and Wednesday evenings, the 11th and the 15th, at 9:15 p.m. And all of these activities will be free. Blessedly free!
No doubt you’ve heard some of the many, many sailing terms that are still used (now and then) around South Boston. After all, 80% of Southie’s borders are
shores, beaches, and harbors.
We’ll start our dictionary, or “lexicon” if you’d like to use a historic word, with just three terms, “foremast”, “mainmast”, and “mizzen” (or “mizzenmast”). You probably know already that
these words stand for the three masts on the larger sailing ships. Use them when you visit one of the 60 Sail Boston ships; you’ll amaze all the “landlubbers” who are with you. A few of the longer Tall Ships will even have a fourth mast, which is called a “jiggermast” or “bonaventure mast”, depending on the ship’s size and what that sailing ship is used for.
One small example of a sailing term still in actual use around here is the name of the town of Hull, Massachusetts. Seriously! Hull is actually a skinny shaft of land that includes Nantasket Beach. It features protective hills known to shield Boston Harbor from certain storms – especially hurricanes coming in from the south. Hull became a town on its own in 1644 after Hingham tried to annex it in 1643. The weather around Hull can be fierce, so one theory about the origin of its name is that it comes from the phrase “to lie ahull”, which describes a sailing ship with its sails blown down and adrift during a storm. Enough said about sailing words that are still with us.
South Boston Online will repeat that you, along with your family and friends, should visit the Tall Ships during Sail Boston this
coming week – especially with your children. You’ll be walking on, in, and around true, living history. For countless centuries, sailing ships connected all of the world’s lands, nations, and unexplored territories with each other. More than five hundred years ago (534, to be exact), Columbus sailed to the New World on the Nina, the Pinta, and the Santa Maria. Legend has it that the Vikings, and perhaps even the Irish, sailed here long before Columbus’s voyage. Also, please don’t forget that 250 years ago, the United States of America was founded during the days and the times of sailing ships. In 1620, the Pilgrims sailed into Plymouth on the Mayflower. And 700 of Boston’s Puritans sailed here in 1630 led by John Winthrop on the Arbella, the sailing ship that also carried the original Massachusetts Bay Colony Charter. The British fled from Boston by sail on March 17, 1776 – a day we still celebrate as Evacuation Day. George Washington’s colonial troops had left them no other way to get out. See you at Sail Boston on the Tall Ships. In just two days from now, their crews will be manning Sail Boston!
Join us for a fun, free, family-friendly event to celebrate Sail Boston 2026!
MASSPORT COMMUNITY VIEWING EVENT
SATURDAY, JULY 11th 9:00am – 3:00pm
Massport Marine Terminal Fid Kennedy Avenue, Boston
Shuttle Service will be provided free of charge to and from the following locations:
1:
Stop 2
South Boston Neighborhood House 136 H Street
SHUTTLE 2:
Shuttles will run approximately every 30 minutes between 8am–10am Return shuttles leave the MMT beginning at 1pm.
Please note that there will be no parking available at the shuttle stop locations. To learn more about Sail Boston 2026, including a list of prohibited items, please scan the QR code.
Massport Awards Annual Butler Memorial Scholarship South Boston Graduate Receives Award for College
The Massachusetts Port Authority (Massport) last week announced the recipient of the annual scholarship honoring the memory of Tommy Butler, the long-time Massport Director of External Affairs and lifelong South Boston resident. The 2026 Thomas J. Butler Memorial Scholarship was awarded to South Boston resident Rocco Blasi.
“Rocco has made a tremendous impact on his community through his service,” said Rich Davey, Massport CEO. “He has excelled academically and in his extracurricular activities and embodies the true spirit of Tommy Butler’s legacy.”
The Thomas J. Butler Memorial Scholarship is awarded annually to a student who resides in South Boston, graduated from high school, and has been accepted to an accredited college or university. Butler was deeply committed to his community throughout his life, serving as mayor of the South Boston Boys Club, a youth counselor
and later director of Little City Hall in Charlestown, president of the South Boston Citizens Association, and a member of the South Boston Irish American Society. Before joining Massport in 1987 as Manager of Intergovernmental Relations, he built a career in public service as a licensed social worker, serving in the Boston Juvenile Court and with the City of Boston.
Rocco, a graduate of Catholic Memorial High School, will attend the University of Massachusetts Amherst to study economics. Throughout his teenage years, he demonstrated a strong commitment to his community, volunteering at Marian Manor, the Murphy Ice Rink, and the Walsh Community Center.
To be considered for the Thomas J. Butler Scholarship, students are required to have a minimum 3.0 grade point average and submit an essay of 1,000 words describing their career interests or how their community service has affected their outlook
on life. In his essay, Rocco wrote, “Another realization I’ve had is that a lot of the things I was able to do growing up wouldn’t have been possible without people volunteering in their communities. Whether it was sports, school events, or programs like Learn to Skate, there were always people behind the scenes making it happen. I never really thought about that when I was younger—I just showed up and participated. But now that I’ve been on the other side of it, I understand how much effort goes
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into creating those opportunities. It’s made me more appreciative of the people who take the time to give back, and it’s also made me want to continue doing the same in the future.” Applications are judged by a committee made up of Massport employees and a representative of the Butler family. Students interested in applying for the 2027 scholarship can learn more about eligibility requirements and the application process by visiting the Massport scholarship page at Massport.com.
Great afternoon with the West 9th residents at their Unity Day cookout! Even a little rain couldn’t dampen our good time. It was wonderful spending time with neighbors, celebrating community, and enjoying great conversation. Thank you to everyone who helped make the day such a success!
Sail Boston 2026 Traffic / Parking Impacts (July 10th-11th)
South Boston (Castle Island) No Parking
Friday, July 10 – Saturday, July 11, 2026
10:00 PM (Fri.) – 6:00 PM (Sat.)
Day Boulevard (both sides): K Circle to Sullivan’s at Castle Island
Shore Road
East Side of Farragut Road
East 1st Street: Angled Parking between O Street and Farragut Road
Road Closures
Saturday, July 11, 2026
6:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Day Boulevard: K Circle to Sullivan’s at Castle Island
Shore Road
Marine Park
No Parking
Friday, July 10 – Saturday, July 11, 2026
11:59 PM (Fri.) – 6:00 PM (Sat.)
Seaport Boulevard (both sides): Sleeper Street to Haul Road
All Roads between Fid Kennedy Avenue & horeline Road
Fish Pier (both sides)
Road Closures
Saturday, July 11, 2026
6:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Seaport Boulevard: B Street to Congress Street
All Roads north of Fid Kennedy Avenue and east of Tide Street
Seaport
No Parking
Friday, July 10 – Saturday, July 11, 2026
11:59 PM (Fri.) – 6:00 PM (Sat.)
Seaport Boulevard (both sides): Sleeper Street to Haul Road Except for Valet Operations
Northern Avenue (both sides): Sleeper Street to Pier 4 Boulevard
All Roads between Northern Avenue and the Waterfront Fish Pier (both sides)
Road Closures
Saturday, July 11, 2026
6:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Seaport Boulevard: B Street to Congress Street
All Roads between Northern Avenue and the Waterfront
Additional $600,000 in Grant Funding to Prevent Community Overdose Deaths and Access to Treatment
Boston’s opioid remediation funding will be used to support communities most atrisk
Mayor Michelle Wu and Boston Public Health Commission (BPHC) today announced $600,000 in new funding for Community Overdose Response Grants. Funding will be allocated to communitybased organizations working to prevent overdose deaths and provide substance use treatment in neighborhoods seeing the highest overdose rates, with a focus on serving Black and Latinx communities that are at increased risk. This funding is the result of major litigation that resulted in pharmaceutical companies paying settlements for their involvement in fueling the opioid epidemic that killed nearly 3,000 people in Boston from 2015 to 2024.
This is the second round of funding for the Community Overdose Response Grants because data and community feedback show the City and BPHC’s strategies to combat the opioid epidemic are working. In 2024, BPHC awarded grants to five community organizations that then successfully connected nearly 2,000 people to substance use treatment and other services, trained 760 people in overdose prevention, and distributed 5,100 doses of the overdosereversing medication naloxone. Preliminary data show that in 2025 overdose deaths in Boston are 56% lower compared to 2023, when fatal opioid overdoses peaked.
“Too many families in Boston have been touched by the opioid epidemic, losing a friend, a neighbor, or a family member,” said Mayor Michelle Wu. “By collaborating directly with organizations leading community-driven initiatives, we are connecting residents to lifesaving care and resources and expanding overdose prevention so
that every resident has a real chance to access help and support. I’m grateful to BPHC, our community partners, and the residents who helped guide this work.”
“Community-informed investments are helping Boston turn the tide on fatal overdoses,” said Dr. Bisola Ojikutu, Commissioner of Public Health for the City of Boston. “These results show what is possible when we invest in strategies shaped by the communities most affected. We remain committed to sustaining this progress and directing resources to the neighborhoods that have borne the greatest burden of the opioid epidemic.”
In 2023, BPHC led a community engagement process focused on identifying the best ways to spend Boston’s share of settlement funding. More than 600 Boston residents impacted by the opioid epidemic identified priority areas as access to treatment, overdose prevention, housing, workforce development, and direct support for individuals most impacted by the opioid crisis. In early 2026, BPHC led a second community engagement process to evaluate how needs have shifted since Boston received its first round of opioid settlement funding.
The 2026 community engagement process included neighborhood meetings, an event showcasing the programs funded with settlement money that solicited community feedback, focus groups with people who use drugs, and community member surveys. This process involved input from more than 200 residents and again identified equitable community-based overdose prevention strategies as a top priority.
The $600,000 in new grant funding will support similar programming to the first round and offers organizations up to $150,000 of funds over two years. The Request for Proposals (RFP) recently opened.
As of January 1, 2026, Boston Public Health Commission has allocated $17.9 million in opioid settlement funds through June
2028 for programming connected to the priority areas identified in the community engagement process.
Priority areas include: Family Support and Youth Prevention Housing Overdose Prevention Clinical Support Workforce Development and Community Support
BPHC has invested $3,246,134 in settlement funding into programming that supports these priorities. Settlement-
funded programming includes the Family Overdose Support Fund, the Newmarket Business Improvement District’s Back2Work program, and a medical clinic in the Finland building operated by Boston Health Care for the Homeless. This work highlights BPHC’s continued commitment to holistically addressing the opioid epidemic through sustainable, evidence-based, and community-informed interventions. Additional information about BPHC’s opioid settlement funded programing and Boston’s response to the opioid crisis can be found at boston.gov/opioid-settlements.
Compass on the Bay Nationally Recognized as Best 2026 Senior Living Community
Compass on the Bay has earned the honor of U.S. News & World Report’s 2026 Best Memory Care in the publication’s 5th annual year measuring Assisted Living communities.
Best Senior Living Ratings are based on multiple aspects of a resident’s daily life. Considered categories include dining experiences, programming, safety, and the overall value of care given to each resident. As seniors and families search for the best option to match their loved one’s needs, wellbeing, programming, and quality of life are crucial. Out of the 540,000 consumer surveys completed by family, friends, and staff, only the highest ranked communities are given the title of “best.”
Between movie nights, educational lectures, art classes and book clubs, Compass on the
Bay is known for its engaging social programming. With various brain healthy choices on the community’s menus and an enthusiastic dining staff, a fine dining experience is offered to all residents for each meal of the day. Caregivers are available all hours of the day, ensuring a safe environment for all residents.
“Being named a 2026 Best
CITATION ON PETITION FOR FORMAL ADJUDICATION
CITATION ON PETITION FOR FORMAL ADJUDICATION
Estate of: Paul F Mainey
Date of Death: 01/04/2021
To all interested persons:
Docket No.
Commonwealth of Massachusetts The Trial Court SU26P1253EA Probate and Family Court
Suffolk Probate and Family Court 24 New Chardon Street Boston, MA 02114 (617)788-8300
A Petition for Late and Limited Formal Testacy and/or Appointment has been filed by Mackennan Mainey of South BostonMA
requesting that the Court enter a formal Decree and Order and for such other relief as requested in the Petition.
The Petitioner requests that:
MA South Boston of Mackennan Mainey
be appointed as Personal Representative(s) of said estate to serve Without Surety on the bond in unsupervised administration
You have the right to obtain a copy of the Petition from the Petitioner or at the Court. You have a right to object to this proceeding. To do so, you or your attorney must file a written appearance and objection at this Court before: 10:00 a.m. on the return day of 08/10/2026
This is NOT a hearing date, but a deadline by which you must file a written appearance and objection if you object to this proceeding. If you fail to file a timely written appearance and objection followed by an affidavit of objections within thirty (30) days of the return day, action may be taken without further notice to you.
UNSUPERVISED ADMINISTRATION UNDER THE MASSACHUSETTS UNIFORM PROBATE CODE (MUPC)
WITNESS, Hon. Janine D Rivers, First Justice of this Court.
Date: July 06, 2026
Memory Care Community by U.S. News & World Report is incredibly rewarding and humbling. We are honored to receive national recognition for the work our team does each day. While awards are meaningful, what makes this accomplishment most special is knowing that it is based on the experiences of the residents and
families we serve. It validates our mission and inspires us to continue striving for excellence in every aspect of care,” shares Compass on the Bay’s Executive Director, Caity Carlson.
“Whether seeking an active independent lifestyle or specialized care, U.S. News’ 2026 Best Senior Living ratings help families navigate these options by identifying communities where residents and their families reported the highest levels of satisfaction,” U.S. News Senior Living Director, Liz Pearce, said.
About Compass on the Bay Compass on the Bay is a senior community in Brockton, MA that also offers a secure Compass Memory Support Neighborhood® for those with Alzheimer’s disease and related dementia. Visit CompassontheBay. com to learn about the programs and resources available.
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ZONING BOARD OF APPEAL / LICENSING HEARINGS
To participate in ZBA hearings, below are instructions on joining a public meeting. Please note that the ZBA board will call on members of the public to testify for each proposal; you can share your thoughts in that forum
62 to 64 Baxter ST South Boston 02127
Appeal Type Zoning
Hearing Date 7/14/26
Project Description: Build a new roof deck with a pergola per attached architectural drawings. Access to the roof deck with stairs and hatch are already existing. Unit 4 ONLY.
556 E Broadway South Boston 02127
Appeal Type Zoning
Hearing Date 7/14/26
Project Description: Change of occupancy from a 3 family to a 2 family. Renovate the entire interior of the existing building includes new structural framing, mechanicals, electrical, fixtures and finishes throughout.
590 E Eighth ST South Boston 02127
Appeal Type Zoning
Hearing Date 7/14/26
Project Description: Change of occupancy from two family to single family (existing condition). Renovation on part of the second floor and expanded at the third floor with dormers and new floor area.
63 Telegraph ST South Boston 02127
Appeal Type Zoning
Hearing Date 7/14/26
Project Description: New roof & dormer addition to existing unit 2. Addition of 250sf added on rear side of building. No change in occupancy or use. Reworking the rear egress stair.
128 G ST South Boston 02127
Appeal Type Zoning
Hearing Date 7/14/26
Project Description: Confirming and legalizing third unit in basement.
478 to 484 W Broadway South Boston 02127
Appeal Type Zoning
Hearing Date 7/23/26
Project Description: New Signage for Just Salad- Install wall sign, blade sign, window signs.
62 L ST South Boston 02127
Appeal Type Zoning
Hearing Date 7/28/26
Project Description: Replace existing exterior stairs and construct a new roof deck.
320 Summer ST Boston 02210
Appeal Type Zoning
Hearing Date 7/28/26
Project Description: Office to residential conversion with ground floor retail. Conversion of 122,100 sf office building to 145 Dwelling units and 7,500 sf of retail.
176 L ST South Boston 02127
Appeal Type Zoning
Hearing Date 8/11/26
Project Description: The homeowner seeks to erect a 4th story addition to increase living space with no change to occupancy.
524 E Broadway South Boston 02127
Appeal Type Zoning
Hearing Date 8/11/26
Project Description: Provide an easement to allow vehicles to pass over the property to both parking behind 524 East Broadway and the adjacent property at 425 East Third Street. This is half of the passage of which the other half is granted by 425 East Third Street. (ERT1694862425 E Third ST)
425 E Third ST South Boston 02127
Appeal Type Zoning
Hearing Date 8/11/26
Project Description: Erect 4 story, 2 family building over parking. Filed ALT1723371 for Easement to allow vehicles to pass through for parking.
722
E Eighth ST South Boston 02127
Appeal Type Zoning
Hearing Date 8/11/26
Clarification: change of use and occupancy of existing detached two story carriage house to a one family with three car parking below with sprinkler protection in accordance with City of Boston detached ADU guidelines. (This is one of two structures on the same lot and the owner resides in the three family in the front)
South Boston Liaison Office Hour
July 17, 10-11am / Elephantine Bakery, 332 Congress Street
