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Keep Dogs on a Leash BY KEVIN DEVLIN
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ifelong resident feels dog owners need to show respect and consideration for others, by keeping their dogs leashed, properly disposing their dog’s waste, and by obeying the law. Last Monday, I met lifelong Southie resident JoAnne Hawkes. She wasn’t a happy camper after Super Bowl Sunday. And it wasn’t because the Denver Broncos got stampeded. She’s truly disturbed with dog owners who lack respect for others and constantly violate the law. “I have lived in the City Point section my entire life,” said Hawkes. “I have a small dog that I keep on the leash every time I leave the house. On Super Bowl Sunday I was with a friend and we were walking past the Lagoon. Suddenly a dog that wasn’t on a leash ran right out into the street and almost got hit by a car. When the dog ran back to the beach the owners still did not put the leash on. I would never do that. It’s horrifying to think what could happen to a dog. “As I looked towards the Lagoon,” she added. “I saw a number of dogs running amuck
on the beach as well as inside Farragut Park near the bandstand. Dog owners are leaving their plastic bags with dog waste in piles under trees at this park. This is a reoccurring theme and not just an isolated event. I’ve seen it before. I just can’t believe it. I’m mad as Hell.” Her day wasn’t quite over because another incident occurred which really unsettled her nerves. “I was also accosted by two young women when their dog came after my dog,” Hawkes further stated. “Their dog was growling and off the leash. I asked her to get her dog and then said that there was a leash law in Boston. She proceeded to yell and swear at me.” State law and City Ordinance prohibit this behavior from dog owners and they can be fined. For the protection of people, “When your dog is off of your property, it must be on a leash”(Mass. General Laws 140, Section 173, and City Ordinance 16-1.9) and “while enjoying our city’s parks with our pets, the same rule applies.” City Ordinance clearly dictates that “in
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Good Fortune, American Athletes BY RICK WINTERSON
There have been ominous reports about the readiness of the 2014 Winter Olympic venues in Sochi, Russia. Not a single report has been favorable; nearly all of them have been quite unfavorable. Media from everywhere, including global news journals like The Epoch Times, have been almost uniformly negative. South Boston Online wondered about this, especially since Olympic broadcasts in the past have always concentrated on the athletes and their accomplishments - on Olympic athletics, no matter what. We might have stumbled across the reason for all this negativity. The accommodations for the various and multiple media people arriving in Sochi haven’t been made ready as of this writing. The media people are feeling a certain amount of “discomfort”, so they are all reporting on that, instead of on Olympic news of more general (i.e., athletic) interest. The global media had better stop their whining and get down to work on their basic task: Reporting on the 2014 Winter Olympic Games. Period. Before going further with our commentary, South Boston Online would like to pause and wish our American athletes the best of fortune during the 2014 Winter Olympics in Russia. We hope they bring home a bushel of Olym-
pic gold, silver, and bronze. We are certain that their efforts will be notable. Equally as important, we know that all of our athletes will be courteous, fair good sports, despite all the competitive pressures they’ll undergo. Are you at all superstitious, even though you are an intelligent reader of South Boston Online? We have no other kind of reader, of course. Whether you are superstitious or not, pay a visit to the statue of South Boston’s James Brendan Connolly on the knoll in Moakley Field near Saunders Stadium. Back in 1896 in Athens, he was the world’s very first medal winner in the Modern Olympic Games for his hop, skip, and jump – now called the Triple Jump. You can almost see the freckles on his face, even though his statue is bronze. Place your hand on his shoulder and wish our U.S. Olympians the best as you do. Canada is favored to dominate this year’s Winter Games, but we’ll see about that. Anyhow, look at the 2014 Winter Olympics as a North American contest to get your interest up. Women’s Ski Jump is new event – watch those airborne ladies for the first time. A brother and a sister - Phil and Amanda Kessel – are on the U.S. Hockey teams. Certainly, Russia will be going all out to garner as many medals as possible. We
The bronze statue of South Boston’s James Brendan Connolly, the very first Modern Olympic medalist, completing his Triple Jump in the 1896 Olympics at Athens, Greece.
wish our host nation successful Olympic Games, along with a peaceful fortnight of sports competition. And to be fair to the media, there was a very informative article in Sunday’s Boston Globe on the history of the Winter Biathlon (marksmanship, cross country skiing), a key event in Russia. For certain, Russia in the person of President Vladimir Putin has made the Olympic Games into a political statement. That’s too bad, but what nation hasn’t, including the Peoples’ Republic of China during the Summer Games in Peking? And the black cloud of
terrorism has hung over the Olympics for more than 40 years, ever since the massacre of Israeli athletes in Munich in 1972. America has not been free of this threat. A crazed bomber disrupted Atlanta’s Games in 1996; there was legitimate fear about Salt Lake City’s 2002 Winter Olympics, which were held only five months after 9/11. But beyond the fears and complaints, the Games will proceed. The news at these Games should and will be focused on our athletes. South Boston Online wishes them all the very best, including a safe trip back home.
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order to ensure a secure and clean environment…and protect the public from potential hazardous health conditions and environmental pollution caused by dog waste” owners must be prepared to “remove and dispose of feces in a toilet or in a trash container after being secured in a plastic bag.” Hawkes feels that people Last Saturday morning, February 1, an elderly man lost control of his car and crashed his vehicle through a barrier and the nearby building, resulting in considerable property damage. The damaged building at 739 East Broadway is located next to the local Stop and Shop. Bystanders alleged that the elderly driver reversed out of the Rite Aid parking lot across the street, swerving, and hitting a minivan in that lot, before speeding across two lanes on East Broadway,
while still in reverse. Witnesses reported that the driver then hit a vehicle in the Stop and Shop parking lot. Then, as reported, the vehicle barreled over the guardrail before smashing right through the side of the adjacent building. The driver was subsequently transported to a nearby hospital with non-life threatening injuries. Luckily, and as firefighters declared, it was a “miracle” nobody else, besides the driver, was hurt in this mishap.
Local Sculptor Featured Artist At SBAA Monthly Meeting One of Boston’s preeminent sculptors, Bill Evans, will be the guest speaker at Saturday’s South Boston Arts Association meeting at 9:30 a.m., February 8, at the Curley Center on Day Boulevard. Evan’s presentation will focus on his restoration work in Boston for historic buildings and structures, including most notably Gate of Heaven Church in South Boston and Harvard University. Born in England, Bill graduated in 1965 from the Slade School of Art in London where he received several awards for sculpture and print making, including the National Sainsbury Award. Bill first came to the United States on a teaching exchange at the Kansas City Art Institute. Returning to England,
Bill continued to teach and also was commissioned to research and write a book entitled, “A Nation of Shopkeepers.” The book, published in both the U.S. and England, explored the various traditions of the English shop world. For the past 30 years, Bill has been working in the Boston area as an independent sculptor. Bill has maintained a studio in the Distillery in South Boston since 1981. His work is represented in public and private collections through the United States, Europe and Japan. His background and interest in technology has led to many commissions for restoration of buildings protected by the National Historic Registry. SBAA meetings are free and the public is welcome. Light refreshments are served.
are afraid to tell others to obey the leash law because they’ll only scream and swear at them. “Why should others with children have to worry about dog waste and dogs off of their leashes,” she concluded. “Nobody cares and nobody enforces these laws…and that’s why people continue to disregard them, to the peril of others.”
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Super Bowl, 2014, a Blowout! BY ONLINE’S
ROVING REPORTER
The absence of the Patriots, while regretted, did not prevent South Boston patrons from flocking to their favorite watering holes to view the 2014 Super Bowl between the Seattle Seahawks (43 victorious points) and the Denver Broncos (just 8 points, including a two-point conversion). Most local spectators rooted for the Seahawks, who now possess the Lombardi Cup for a year. Here’s how the Super Bowl looked in South Boston. This is worth mentioning right up front. In the midst of all the hype, hoopla, and hecticity (do you like that word?) surrounding and permeating the 2014 Super Bowl #48, there was a very definite high point. Operatic soprano Renee Fleming sang the National Anthem to open the Super
Bowl festivities, the first ever opera singer to do so. She was accompanied by the New Jersey Symphony Orchestra and a 32-member military chorus. With her own trademark “mellow” soprano voice, it was a truly outstanding musical event. Christine and Mary at Stephi’s in Southie (located on Lower Broadway, not in “Broadway Village”) were rooting for Seattle, but didn’t want their photos taken for this article. Perhaps they were intimidated by nearby Stephi’s patrons, who had picked the Broncos. You shouldn’t have worried, ladies – most of South Boston was for the Seahawks, ever since Peyton Manning’s Broncos cleaned our clocks (or at least reset them) in the AFC playoff game. Early in the Super Bowl, a safety and two chip-shot field goals left the Seahawks ahead by the oddly numbered football score of 8-ZIP. As you know by now, the Bronco’s gaffes continued, aided and abetted by the overall strength of the Seahawks’ playing.
A quick foray to Barlow’s uncovered a number of patrons rooting for the Seattle Seahawks. The few Broncos fans seemed a bit sheepish, as the score climbed to 15-ZIP. Later on, at The Stadium, there were very few Broncos fans left, and essentially none later on at Lincoln, as the game neared the half and the score reached 22-ZIP. In an odd exception, Crystal and Anna at Lincoln said they were “for the Seahawks, except for Bronco Eric Decker”. Well, girls, Decker is married to C&W songwriter/singer Jesse James and they are expecting a daughter between the seasons this spring. He’s off the street, for sure. During the half-time at Stats, with the score still at 22-ZIP, a few Bronco fans reared their timid heads, but to no avail. Their faint hopes of a Peyton Manning resurgence were dashed by Seattle wide receiver Percy Harvin’s runback of the opening second half kick for an 87-yard touchdown and a 29-ZIP score. At Seapoint, the carnage continued, when Seattle scored twice
more to get to 43 points, although the Broncos did score a TD-plustwo-point- conversion to make the final score 43-8. Seapoint’s patrons were all Seahawks by then. Katy said, “I’m throwing lots of love from Boston to my family, who are now in Seattle.” If your Roving Reporter’s memory serves him, the only Super Bowl defeat that was worse was the 1986 pasting that Mike Ditka’s Chicago Bears gave to Raymond Berry’s New England Patriots – the final score was 46-10. Clearly, the Seattle Seahawks dominated in all areas – offense, defense, and special teams. But it was the defense that was the most noteworthy. Bone-jarring hits on Wes Welker, Demarius Thomas, and Peyton Manning’s throwing arm prevented the Denver offense from ever getting up steam. The defense and special teams scored 16 of Seattle’s points and set up 14 others. Yes, South Boston enjoyed Super Bowl #48 to the hilt. Just wait ‘til next year!
Barlow’s patrons speak: Brendan (Seattle, 32-27), Greg (Seattle, 31-20), Jasmine (Broncos, 200-2!), Kim (Seattle, 21-10). Poor Jasmine.
The Gaelic bhoyos at The Stadium were all for Seattle: Ian, 31-17; Sean, 34-17; Ben, 43-21; James, 35-7; Patrick, 45-17. James came very close.
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A massive contingent of fans from South Boston are rooting for the Seattle Seahawks in the backfield area of Lincoln.
Crystal and Anna are rooting for the Seahawks at Lincoln, except for Broncos heart-throb Eric Decker (he’s married to C&W singer Jesse James, ladies. They’re expecting).
A Super Bowl Family Day at Seapoint, as the Seattle Seahawks close in on a 43-8 win over the Denver Broncos and the 2014 Lombardi Trophy.
Stadium patrons watching the game and cheering a Seattle score. But on their cell phones?
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Economy “True Value” Hardware Opens South Boston’s new Economy Hardware, often referred to by its slogan “True Value”, is located on Dorchester Street, where Thornton’s used to sit in Perkins Square. They had their soft opening last Wednesday, January 29, on the dot of High Noon. A 3,000 square foot hardware store with highly diversified stock is a great (and convenient) addition to the South Boston scene. BY RICK WINTERSON
South Boston Online welcomes the Economy “True Value” Hardware. Pictured above is the new store’s façade, along with its busy check-out counter. When you go in, note the bright, accessible layout. Be sure to stop by the “all-season” aisle to the left in the rear – snow toys, shovels, bird food, potting soil for the cold frame, garden hoses, and even Mason jars for putting up your veggies in the fall.
Groundhog Day in Southie
Andrew Square Annie is our local groundhog. She lives in the large planter at the corner of Preble and Dorchester Streets overlooking Andrew Square; she definitely cast a shadow last Sunday.
hogs predicted. Annie’s shadow seems By now, it’s well known to have been accurate – we have nationwide that one of our key another snowstorm visiting us at American mascots, Punxutawney midweek. Amounts up to nine Phil, saw his shadow last Sunday, inches of snow were predicted February 2, a.k.a. Groundhog Day. by our local weather forecasters. That predicts another six weeks That’s almost as deep as the driftof winter weather, which means ed piles of commentary from the that spring will arrive on March 16, just in time for the St. Patrick’s very same local weather forecasters. Day/Evacuation Day Parade. However, Online must ad South Boston Online checked out this prediction with mit that countrywide groundhog predictions are highour local marmot, Andrew Square ly inaccurate. We’ll “Annie’s shadow Annie, who has see how well Annie’s set up housekeep- seems to have been shadowy prediction ing at the bottom accurate – we have holds up. of a burrow in another snowstorm The tradition of the large plant- visiting us at mid- the groundhog has er at the interweek. Amounts up roots in Elizabethan section of Preble England, because and Dorchester to nine inches of snow were predicted the Feast of CandleStreets. This gives by our local weather mas falls on February 2. In merrie olde Annie a fine, forecasters. “ England, clouds on rent-free view Candlemas meant overlooking Anthat spring was at hand; this mordrew Square (which will never be renamed “Andrew Village”). phed into Groundhog Day among She subsists on the scraps of food immigrants to America. Furtherthrown into that planter by rude more, in the process of changing and messy passers-by from out- from the Julian calendar to the side of Southie. Livin’ the dream, Gregorian calendar around 1700, our Annie is! some American colonists got Anyhow, Annie definitely Groundhog/Candlemas Day and encountered sunshine last SunValentine’s Day confused. Even day. It was thin and watery suntoday, a few remote settlements in shine, to be sure, but it was strong enough to cast a shadow behind Appalachia observe both Groundher. That, of course, means that hog Day and Valentine’s Day on South Boston will have anoth- February 14. No matter. Whatever your er six weeks of winter, confirm- ing what Punxutawney Phil and beliefs, spring will come eventualmany other American ground- ly, even to Andrew Square. BY RICK WINTERSON
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Two Medical Marijauna Sites Approved in Boston BY RICK WINTERSON
Late last week, Massachusetts officials approved two sites for medical marijuana dispensaries inside the City of Boston. These were among a total of 20 statewide sites granted permission by the Commonwealth’s Department of Health to dispense medical marijuana. The ballot initiative had resulted in setting up 35 potential medical marijuana licenses, so further approvals are expected. The two sites in Boston include 70 Southampton Street, which is in the Newmarket Business District, a block away from the intersection with Massachusetts Avenue and an access ramp to Interstate 93. This location is also near existing methadone dispensaries and is a few minutes’ drive from Andrew Square. The second site is at 364 Boylston Street in Boston’s Back Bay. It is located between the intersections of Arlington and Berkeley Streets with Boylston, near the Public Garden, the Arlington Street Church, the Taj, and Jos. A. Banks.
These locations were determined by state authorities; the City of Boston had no say in these decisions. South Boston Online will wait to see the reaction of abutters, nearby residents and businesses, and concerned organizations. The original Massachusetts ballot initiative on medical marijuana passed overwhelmingly – by a two-to-one vote. And admittedly, marijuana is a useful medicine in certain cases. Even so, no neighborhood or civic groups have been willing to allow these dispensaries anywhere near them. In fact, the 70 Southampton site is approximately 2000 feet away from Roxbury’s Orchard Garden K-8 School. South Boston Online has editorialized against medical marijuana in the past. But before we say anything more about this issue, South Boston Online asks its readers to answer the following questions: How was it ever possible for a major Federal felony to become a Massachusetts ballot initiative? Who’s in charge around here?
Waterside Place Opens Luxury Residences In Seaport District Mayor Marty Walsh Joins the Drew Company at Grand Opening Waterside Place, a 350,000-square-foot mixed-use development featuring 236 rental units, a 7,000-square-foot Innovation Center and 10,000 square feet of retail space, holds its grand opening celebration today in Boston’s booming Seaport District. “Waterside Place takes quality living in Boston to the next level,” said John E. Drew, president of The Drew Company. “The Drew Company was a pioneer in developing Boston’s Seaport District and now Waterside Place residents and businesses will be able to enjoy the enormous benefits of this booming neighborhood.” “Today’s event reminds us that Boston’s economy continues to move forward. On the South Boston waterfront alone, there is $1.2 billion of construction underway,” said Mayor Martin J. Walsh. “Waterside Place brings significant housing and retail space, as well as an Innovation Center to house entrepreneurs and technology companies as they grow their businesses and create jobs here in Boston. I want to
thank the team that came together to make this project happen and congratulate Waterside Place on the opening.” The LEED Gold-designed 20-story building offers one-, two- and three-bedroom units, 140 parking spaces, 24/7 concierge service and a third-floor Resident Amenity Suite that includes a media room, pub and games room, café, fitness center, library and outdoor deck space with bocce courts, community gardens and a summer kitchen.Located in the heart of the bustling Seaport District on three Massport-owned acres between Congress and Summer streets, Waterside Place is adjacent to the Boston Convention and Exhibition Center and the MBTA Silver Line Station with easy access to the Massachusetts Turnpike, Interstate 93 and Logan International Airport. Today’s grand opening was attended by more than a hundred Boston business and civic leaders including Mayor Walsh, Massport CEO Thomas P. Glynn, state Sen. Linda Dorcena Forry, state Rep. Nick Collins and Boston City Council President Bill Linehan.
70 Southampton Street in the Newmarket Business District, one of two sites in the City of Boston approved for a medical marijuana dispensary.
Boylston Street looking east – one of two sites in the City of Boston that was recently approved for a medical marijuana dispensary.
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23rd Annual Boston Wine Expo Featuring South Boston’s own Barbara Lynch
The 23rd annual Boston Wine Expo returns to Boston on President’s Day weekend, Feb. 15-16 and local chef Saturday, Feb. 15 3:45 p.m.: Barbara Lynch of No. 9 Park, Menton, and Sportello will be featured on Saturday, Feb. 15 3:45 p.m., along with many other culinary experts. The event gives attendees a chance to learn from some of the most wellknown chefs in the Boston area, who will host cooking demonstrations and tastings throughout the weekend, as well as participate in educational seminars led by a group of top winemakers and industry experts from around the globe. Check out the wine expo website for more information More information at http:// www.boston.com/thingstodo/gotoit/2014/01/boston_wine_exp_1. html
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Walsh Announces Launch of HOPELINE Summer Jobs Registration 2014
Mayor Martin J. Walsh and the Boston Youth Fund today announced the launch of the 2014 HOPELINE Summer Jobs Registration for Boston teens. The registration period begins , February 1 and closes on March 3. For the first time in years, the summer jobs program has been extended to include 15-18 year olds in its employment opportunities. “Young people in the city of Boston deserve more opportunities for career development,” Mayor Walsh said. “Through our partnerships with agencies like ABCD and the Private Industry Council, we’ll continue to engage in a citywide strategy to employ our youth.” For more than 20 years, the Boston Youth Fund has provided job opportunities for Boston teens in a wide variety of positions at partnering non-profit organizations throughout the city. Teen employees aid organizations in providing programming and services to children and families as counselors, tutors, mentors, and day care assistants. Partner organizations include City departments, health care centers, day camps, recreation and sports programs, and faith-based organizations. The HOPELINE is the
only application process for the Boston Youth Fund Summer Employment Program, and is only available for a limited time. Potential employees must apply with the HOPELINE in order to be considered for a position this summer. Teens interested in applying must: Be a full-time resident of the City of Boston Turn 15 years old, on or before July 7, 2014 Cannot turn 19 years old, on or before August 15, 2014 Be legally permitted to work in the United State The online HOPELINE application will be available from 10:00 AM on February 1 through 11:59 PM on March 3. Teens can apply 24 hours a day on the Boston Youth Fund website,www.bostonyouthfund.org, by clicking the “Registration” tab. The application can also be completed over the phone by calling 617-635-HOPE (4673). The HOPELINE phone lines will be open February 18–20 from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM.
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Planet Southie Opposes Pipeline
Joe Kebartas, Phoebe Flemming, and Stefanie Valaovic, a founder of Planet Southie, demonstrated against the Keystone XL Pipeline, which is waiting upon President Obama’s decision to approve it (or not). They had a standout at Broadway Station last (snowy) Monday evening, by the subway entrance at the Kelly Bridge. A major problem with this pipeline is that it uses Athabasca Oil Sands from Alberta, Canada, which emit methane-based greenhouse gases. Even Phoebe’s dogs are opposed to the XL. Planet Southie is a totally volunteer local organization dedicated to improving the environment, both here in South Boston and nationwide. New members are always welcome.
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Claddagh Fund Donates $15,000 to Gavin Foundation
Ken Casey is the lead singer of world-famous Dropkick Murphys and the Founder of the Claddagh Fund, which assists organizations for helping those in recovery from alcohol and drug abuse. The Claddagh Fund is named for the Claddagh ring, symbolizing the three virtues of love, loyalty, and friendship. On Tuesday morning, Casey presented a very generous $15,000 donation to the Gavin Foundation. Boston’s Mayor Marty Walsh and the Boards of Directors of the Foundation and the Claddagh Fund were on hand for this, the fourth annual such donation from the Claddagh Fund. The locale for the donation was the Cushing House, the Gavin Foundation’s recovery facility for young men and women afflicted with substance
addictions. It was a festive (and a completely clean and sober) occasion. Mayor Walsh praised the Gavin Foundation – “Recovery is unbelievable” - and later remarked, “Ken Casey has done so many great things.” He also spoke of how honored he feels to be a recipient of this year’s Open Heart, Open Homes Award (Wednesday, June 25, the Renaissance Boston Waterfront Hotel – details to follow). Ken Casey received a handmade book created by Cushing House residents, and then presented the Claddagh Fund’s check to Gavin President John McGahan. Afterwards, Casey stated, “These are great people, doing great work. The Fund has been with them from its beginning; I’ve seen how much they can do.”
Ken Casey of the Dropkick Murphys, Founder of the Claddagh Fund, is joined by Mayor Marty Walsh and the Gavin and Claddagh Boards, as he (Casey) presents a $15,000 Claddagh Fund donation to Gavin Foundation President John McGahan (at r.).
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Paging Polite Peter Gailunas
BY KEVIN DEVLIN
Mild-mannered youngster is doing well in the classroom and on the playing fields.
He’s a polite, well-mannered young boy and is as quiet as a church mouse. He’s doing well in school and having a blast in the world of sports. His caring parents are at all of his school and athletic-related events, clearly illustrating their love, which is greatly appreciated by him. His name is Peter Gailunas. Peter, 11, is the son of Peter and Maureen (Dahill) Gailunas. He has an older sister named Grace and a younger brother Henry. He’s the grandson of Peter and Susan Gailunas, and Gail and Richie Dahill, who’s also known hereabouts as the Old Man. Peter’s family also has a Pug dog
(a dog with a wrinkly, short muzzled face and curled tail) named Violet. Peter’s in the fifth grade at Saint Peter Academy. He’s an Honor Roll student and someday hopes to follow in his dad’s footsteps and become a firefighter. In his leisure time, he enjoys hanging out with his friends and playing Manhunt, which is simply a modified version of hideand-go-seek. He likes to watch the Boston Red Sox and professional (WWE) wrestling. His favorite Red Sox players are David “Big Papi” Ortiz and Dustin Pedroia. His favorite professional wrestler is Christian. He also enjoys playing video games and spending fun time with Henry. They like playing Minecraft and WWE games. Lastly, he enjoys reading futuristic novels. In the world of sports, Peter has played in the South Boston Youth Soccer League since he was able to tie his shoe laces. “I really like soccer,” he said. “I like scoring goals. It’s a lot of fun.” Peter began his adventure in baseball in the local T-ball league. He’s
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currently playing in the South Boston Little League and is used as a second baseman and outfielder. “I like getting hits,” he stated. “I love playing in the field and love to win.” Although Peter likes baseball he’s tuned into basketball. He started learning fundamentals in the Gate of Heaven CYO program, and currently is on house and travel teams. “Peter’s a very dependable player and never misses games or practice,” said Gatey league commissioner Sean Monahan. “He plays for the Dennis Donovan Club in the house league and is Coach Greg Lally’s rock at the forward position. Peter quietly goes about his business, getting rebounds, setting picks, and consistently playing solid defense. “I coach Peter on the travel squad,” Monahan added. “He’s a great teammate because he’s unselfish and gets along with everyone. From a coaching standpoint, he never complains and is a great example of how constant, hard work eventually pays off.”
Peter’s parents are proud of him and they should be because he’s a great kid who is focused on his endeavors. “Peter is a hard-working, dedicated student,” his loving mother said enthusiastically. “He makes Honor Roll every term and serves on the student council. He’s kind and caring. He is a friend to all. He has a gentle manner and a quiet disposition.”
Gate of Heaven CYO League Standings Boys Cadet League Won Loss Jack McDonough Club 8 3 Metro Energy 7 4 P.S. Deli 5 6 Nick Collins Club 2 9 Boys Midget League Won Loss Mt. Washington Bank 6 1 Dennis Donovan Club 6 2 Ryan Club 2 5 Blasi’s Café 2 5 John Connolly Club 1 6 Girls Cadet League Won Loss Hoop Dee Doo 8 1 Doubleparkedfilms.com 4 5 Olson/Caputo Club 4 5 Kelly Collins Club 2 7 Travel Teams Boys Won 3rd Grade – Sister Pat Club 0 4th Grade – Boston Home Inspectors 4 5th Grade – Massport 4 6th Grade – Seaport Realty Group 7 7th Grade – Joey Evans Club 2 8th Grade – Bill Linehan Club 7 9th Grade – Iron Worker Local #7 9 10th Grade – O’Brien’s Funeral Home 10 9th & 10th Grade 0 11th & 12th Grade 6 18 & Under 2
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Girls 5th & 6th Grade 7th & 8th Grade High School
Loss 6 6 4
Won 3 5 7
Loss
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LAST CHANCE SB BOYS & GIRLS LACROSSE REGISTRATION
February 6, 2014
SB Track Victories
South Boston Lacrosse will be holding registration for the 2014 season for the Boys & Girls teams at the following location, date and time. Date Saturday February 8th at the Walsh Gym/PALGym 10:00am – 12:00pm Date Sunday February 9th at the Walsh Gym/PALGym 1:00pm – 3:00pm Date Saturday February 15th at the Walsh Gym/PALGym 10:00am – 12:00pm Date Sunday February 16th at the Walsh Gym/PALGym 1:00pm – 3:00pm There will be 5 Boys & 3 Girls teams this year. • 15 and under - Boys - U15 Player is Under 15 years of age as of January 1st prior to start of season. • 13 and under - Boys & Girls - U13 - Player is Under 13 years of age as of January 1st prior to start of season. • 11 and under - Boys & Girls - U11 - Player is Under 11 years of age as of January 1st prior to start of season • 9 and under - Boys & Girls U9 - Player is Under 9 years of age as of January 1st prior to start of season. • 7 and under instructional Boys team - U7 - Player is Under 7 years of age as of January 1st prior to start of season
J’Suan Bastien came in 2nd in the Boys 300 Meter run.
We will be charging the following fees for the 2014 season. Boy’s U15, U13, U11 - $150.00 and U9 - $75.00. U7 instructional $50.00, The U7 instructional will be a house league team, no travel, practice and games on Saturdays. Girl’s U13, U11 - $100.00, U9 - $75.00. The fee will pay for uniforms, insurance and the cost of the officials for the season. You will need to make the full payment at the time of registration to hold a spot on the roster. Each team’s roster will have a maximum of 22 players per team, after the 22nd player you will be put on a waiting list. The deadline for registration is March 1, 2013. If you are paying by check make the check payable to South Boston Lacrosse. The program is still in need of coaches for both the Girls and Boys teams. If you have any questions you can contact Pete Lisiecki at p.s.lisiecki@gmail.com.
Archbishop Williams High School Honor Roll List Listed below are local students from Archbishop Williams High School who have made the honor roll for the second term. First Honors (all grades of 85 and above) Second Honors (all grades of 80 and above)
Mary Collins, 12 South Boston First Honors Qtr 2 Jessica Maguire, 12 South Boston Second Honors Qtr 2
Garrette Stultz came in 6th and Dewayne Rogers came in 3rd in the Boys 55 Meter Dash.
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SB Catholic Academy Celebrates Catholic Schools Week The theme this year was –Catholic Schools ~Communities of Faith, Knowledge and Service ~ National Catholic Schools Week is an annual celebration of Catholic education in the United States. Schools use this week to focus on the value Catholic education provides to young people and its contributions to our church, our communities and our nation. Our school celebration started on Sunday, January 26th with a number of our students speaking at Mass at Gate of Heaven and St. Brigid Churches, they shared favorite memories as well
as why they like attending Catholic school. A few highlights from the week also included: Appreciation Days for parents, students and teachers, teacher switch day, scholastic book fair, our annual Volleyball game-students vs teachers, our community service project-collecting warm gloves, hats, scarfs and socks for the St. Francis House and a formal breakfast for the teachers and staff hosted by the parents. The week concluded with 9:00 Mass at St. Brigid hosted by the Student Council. All of these activities would not have been possible without the support of all of our families-students, teachers and
staff. Thank You! Open House was another great success, attendance was outstanding. Many thanks to all the parents that volunteered to provide tours to prospective new families. If you were unable to attend the Open House please contact; Mrs. Barbara Keohane to schedule a tour. www.b.keohane@sbcatholicacademy.org. Please visit the school website (www.sbcatholicacademy.org) the homepage has a message from Mrs. Nancy Carr our Principal on what makes South Boston Catholic Academy such a special school.
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St. Peter Academy News Thanks in part to a grant from the South Boston Neighborhood Development Corporation, last Friday’s art class was not the typical art class. Our art teacher, Jocelyn Brown, and her dad worked with the middle school students to build a moveable partition separating the art area from
the rest of the cafeteria. By building this wall, students in the art area can focus more on their artwork without being distracted by the hustle and bustle of the cafeteria. The partition will also be used to display artwork that the students create. Mr. Brown, a carpenter by
trade, came to school equipped with drills, safety glasses and other materials needed to complete the project. The students enjoyed working with their hands in a different way. They learned how to measure and place the hinges and to drill and hammer holes into the doors. The doors were then
hinged together and anchored to the wall. In the upcoming weeks the students in Grades 4 & 5 will prime and paint the partition to match the cafeteria walls. A big thanks goes out to Mr. Brown for taking time out of his day to help the students at St. Peter Academy with this project.
Cali, Holly, Shannon and Jackie measure for the hinges.
Meghan, Jenna, Victoria and Carolyn discuss the plan.
Nik and Matthew prepare the hinges.
Miss Brown and Cole work with the drill.
Shamus and Stephen line up the hinges.
Lukas learns the tricks of the trade from Mr. Brown.
Shannon perfects her drilling skills.
Kaliegh and Nathan, carpenters in the making.
Miss Brown and her dad pose in front of the wall.
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41st Anniversary Mass Mary V. Callanan St Brigid’s Church - Sunday February 9, 8:00AM I only had one nana she was patient, kind and true; No other person in the world will be the same to you. When others may forsake you, to her you will return, for all her loving kindness, she asks nothing in return. As I look upon her picture, sweet memories I recall of a face so full of sunshine, and a smile for one and all. Sweet Jesus take this message, to my nana up above, tell her how I miss her, and give her all my love.
The Massachusetts Department of Transportation Invites you to a Public Information Meeting Regarding: MassDOT Mobility Hub (Beneath the I-93 viaduct between Albany St & Frontage Road) Parking/Public Realm Improvements Monday, Feb. 24th, 2014 – 6:00 to 7:30pm Location: Project Place 1145 Washington St, Boston The meeting will begin with an Open House format, followed by a presentation summarizing the work completed to date by the Advisory Committee and MassDOT. MassDOT’s project managers and their consultants will facilitate the meeting. For more information, please contact John Romano, MassDOT Municipal Liaison at 857-368-8905 or john.romano@state.ma.us. This meeting space is accessible to people with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation (such as American Sign Language Interpreters, assistive listening devices, handouts in alternate formats, etc.) and/or language assistance to fully participate, please contact John Romano at MassDOT at 857-368-8905 or john.romano@state.ma.us before February 14th. Such accommodations will be provided free of charge.
Sadly missed by Mary Lou
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CITATION ON PETITION FOR FORMAL ADJUDICATION Docket No. SU13P3079EA Commonwealth of Massachusetts The Trial Court Probate and Family Court Suffolk Probate and Family Court 24 New Chardon Street Boston, MA 02114 (617)7888300 Estate of: Charles I. Brink, II Also known as: Charles I. Brink Date of Death: 06/27/2010 To all interested persons: A Petition has been filed by: Barbara A. Brink of Mashpee MA Requesting that the Court enter a formal Decree and Order of testacy and for such other relief as requested in the Petition. And also requesting that: Barbara A. Brink of Mashpee MA Be appointed as Personal Representative of said estate to serve Without Surety on the bond. You have the right to obtain a copy of 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 03/06/2014 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 date, action may be taken without further notice to you. The estate is being administered under formal procedure by the Personal Representative under the Massachusetts Uniform Probate Code without supervision by the Court. Inventory and accounts are not required to be filed with the Court, but recipients are entitled to notice regarding the administration from the Personal Representative and can petition the Court in any matter relating to the estate, including distribution of assets and expenses of administration. WITNESS, Hon. Joan P Armstrong, First Justice of this Court.
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ZIP
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DATE
Garafalo Barbara M Est
Harvey, Denise L
10 Linda Ln #4-1
Dorchester
02125
$162,500
01/16/14
14 Pleasant St
Dorchester
02125
$323,000
01/17/14
EWB Enterprises LLC
Rivera, Josue F
Cabot Residential Inc
Casey Nora A Est
Houle, Dianna M
13 Grant St
Dorchester
02125
$350,000
01/16/14
Hanify, Elizabeth H
Brown, Arthur W
Brown, Noreen A
194 Dorchester St
South Boston
02127
$635,000
01/15/14
Mccarthy, Michael J
Mcintyre, Mark J
15 Swallow St
South Boston
02127
$390,000
01/17/14
Pang, Simon
881 E 1st St #101
South Boston
02127
$421,500
01/17/14
Koh, David
Hodson, Norman D
9 W Broadway #401
South Boston
02127
$615,000
01/15/14
Mcfarlane, Lorraine J
Andrews, Bridie
93 Mount Ida Rd #A
Dorchester
02122
$185,000
01/17/14
Aho, Marlishia
Jafarzadeh, Shaun
Jafarzadeh, Ashley
24 Rowell St #3
Dorchester
02125
$229,000
01/17/14
Jones, Shannon
48 Coffey St #1C
Dorchester
02122
$221,000
01/17/14
Burns, Kevin
Bharatula, Renuka
Truong, Cuong
To, Ngoc-Diep D
Jones, John E
Kelliher, James F
Kelliher, Derek R
Bussone, Thomas
346 Congress St #212
Boston
02210
$465,000
01/16/14
Colonel Knox LLC
69 Telegraph St #401
South Boston
02127
$887,500
01/14/14
Bartlett, Blake C Geraghrty, James E
Geraghrty, Susan J
City Point Capital 3 LP
496 E 3rd St #1
South Boston
02127
$509,000
01/15/14
Burke, Allison J
Burke, Andrea T
City Point Capital 3 LP
496 E 3rd St #2
South Boston
02127
$459,000
01/15/14
Muldowney, James F
155 W 9th St #1
South Boston
02127
$468,500
01/17/14
Cabot Residential Inc
12 Mohawk St #8
South Boston
02127
$500,000
01/17/14
Riehl, Jessica Desberg, Carl F
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