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THE PRINT EDITION

THURSDAY, MARCH 21, 2019

VOLUME XIX- ISSUE 74

WW II Memorial Vandalized John Mullen Passes

John Mullen, veteran and community activist passed away Monday.

by Rick Winterson

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positive report on Su nday’s Pa rade and the spectators’ overall behavior was unfortunately balanced by a downside report on Monday morning. The striking World War II Memorial on the beach at the beginning of the Pleasure Bay Causeway to Castle

Island was vandalized. A large quantity of an oily liquid was poured over most of the front, street-facing surfaces of this Memorial. Whether this was connected to the crowds at Sunday’s Parade isn’t known at the moment, but State Police are investigating.

In one of those jarring coincidences, South Boston’s revered John Mullen, veteran and community activist, passed away on Monday also. Elected and appointed officials gathered in sadness at the Memorial’s site – sadness caused by the desecration there and the loss of John Mullen. At the end of the impromptu press conference held at the Memorial Tuesday morning, f lags were lowered to half-mast. City Nick Collins commented by saying “Beyond inf uriated at this horrible Continued on Page 3

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Parade Chief Marshal John Beatty and South Boston Mayor Haley Dillon cut the Ribbon at the start of the parade.

(Story and photos on page 10 & 11).

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A Local Robbery and Plea to the Community

By: Tara Kerrigan Hayes

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or anyone who has ever been robbed or had their possessions vandalized, they know the feeling of violation. It’s a feeling owner of Nurture Salon and Spa, Susan Devlin, would experience after her business on 127 L Street was broken into and robbed during the early morning hours of March 13th.

As a part time manager of Nurture (and close friend of Susan’s), the early call about the incident was upsetting enough, but it wasn’t until I was on the scene - glass shards every where, desk ransacked that the uneasy feeling began to sink in, the feeling that a

stranger had infiltrated someone else’s space, caused damage, created chaos and simply f led.

I went to the desk to see if they’d managed to get the safe open. The entire safe was gone.

One by one our stylists/ staff had gotten word and trickled in, assessing the scene, checking their belongings, their shocked expressions a ref lection of the vulnerability we all collectively felt. After meeting with detectives and removing a sea of glass to open on time for the day’s first client, we tried to reestablish normalcy and shed the feeling in the air that can only be described as eerie.

But eerier still would be the video sur veillance clips

Suspect searching for keys to the safe.

forwarded by Susan who was out of the country at the time of the incident forcing her to hear the news and updates second hand.

From a remote location, (far from her business and feeling helpless), she bega n sif ting through recorded footage until she came upon the disturbing scene.

A young male wearing a light gray hoodie, (partially concealing his face), repeatedly smashes the E. Sixth Street glass door with a hammer, then kicks in the bottom and enters the premises. He races to the front desk where his image is picked up by a second camera (and for a time, his hood is down - his face exposed). Wearing gloves, he feverishly rummages through a drawer (presumably for the key to the safe), then, with no key-ends up taking the entire safe, but not before stealing all the cash in the register. While attempting to f lee from the L Street facing entrance, he fumbles with the lock, grabs a nearby chair, and smashes the second glass door until he’s free and takes a left towards Broadway.

Aside from the incriminating footage, more information would unfold throughout the day, including a call from a man who had found the wrecked and raided

safe just hours later in a remote area of the woods in Saugus, reaffirming our suspicions of the identity of the perpetrator.

Yes, we believe we know the responsible party (the bulk of the safe contents were emptied / key hidden, earlier that day as a precaution). Still, we cannot do anything about the incident – YET. While this appears to have all the makings of an open and shut case, without a positive ID to convict, an arrest is unlikely, hence our plea for assistance.

While there are obviously more serious cases that require and deserve BPDs attention (acts of violence), we happen to be blessed to be part of a fiercely protective community known for its devotion to its neighbors.

On behalf of a business owner who is well known in Southie for her generous nature and charitable work, we ask that anyone with any information related to this incident (or have exterior cameras in the vicinity) come forward and contact us at nurtureinformation@yahoo.com.

We thank our many friends and neighbors who offered uplifting words and support, reminding us that goodness will prevail. Stay safe, South Boston!

Smashed glass on the entrance door to Nuture.

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WWII Memorial

display of disrespect. Now more than ever we have to unite in condemnation of these acts wherever they occur & uphold our dedication to recognizing those who have bravely served our communities. If you have any info, please contact the Boston Police Department” C ou nc i lor Ed F ly n n responded, “A s a 25 year member of the US Navy and

Veteran of Operation Enduring Freedom, it is repugnant to me that anyone would deface a memorial dedicated to those who made the supreme sacrifice fighting against the Axis Powers, Hitler, and Nazi Germany to end the Holocaust, free Europe, and save the human race from pure evil.

This cowardly act is in no way indicative of the true nature of the people of South Boston, who revealed their character by rushing to repair the memorial. The South Boston community and our entire country will always honor and pay tribute to our Veterans, Military, and Gold Star families for the sacrifices they have made in the name of freedom and democracy around the world.

Pl e a s e exa mine t he accompanying photos that show

the stains are not paint, but oily in nature instead. Cleaning this off could be difficult; the technique to be used must be investigated first. The odor of the oily stains is not automotive or solvent-like.

Rather, the stains smell like cooking oil. A

stone mason has been called to inspect the Memorial and consult on stain removal. If you have a ny information about the desecration of the World War II Memorial, please pass it on to the State Police.

A picture of (John Mullen) is worth a thousand words.

Painting by Norman Crump

A large group of City and South Boston officials being interviewed at the WWII Memorial being interviewed by Boston media.

PUBLIC NOTICE: Large Venue Public Safety and Security Training Exercise at the BCEC – March 22 The Massachusetts Convention Center Authority (MCCA) and local, city, and state public safety agencies will be participating in a large venue public safety and security training exercise at the Boston Convention & Exhibition Center (BCEC) on Friday, March 22, 2019 from 9 a.m. – 3 p.m.

During this time there will be significant law enforcement and first responder activity in and around the BCEC campus.

Right stone and step are splattered with an oily liquid.

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John McColgan & Boston City Archives Recognized for Exhibit on Irish Immigrants in Boston Last Sunday, John McColgan and the Boston City Archives unveiled a comprehensive exhibit on Irish Immigrants in the City of Boston at the Annual St. Patrick’s Day Breakfast. A collection of historic a l photographs, documents, and statistics, the exhibit is entitled “The Irish and Boston: An Immigrant Saga.”

Featuring 14 panels ranging from the waves of arrivals, to the Great Hunger, to the Irish rise to power in Boston, the collection mesmerized viewers and set the stage for the St. Patrick’s Day celebration. It also recognized the parallels between immigrants from all countries that came and continue to come to Boston, c ont r ibut i ng “sig n i f ic a nt ly

to Boston’s business growth, employment, and tax revenue, as well as its rich cultural diversity” “I was blown away at the scope and presentation of the exhibit curated by John and his team,” said Senator Collins. “Their exhibit helped set the stage for the St Patrick’s Day Breakfast, but it also highlighted that immigrants are not our enemies, they are our neighbors, our friends, they are us. I can’t thank the Archives enough for this impactful collection, and I hope everyone in the City has an opportunity to see it.”

The exhibit will soon be displayed in Boston City Hall, where it will be open to visitors and the public.

The Gaeltacht in the Library Photos by Rick Winterson

Parade Chief Marshal John Beatty opens “Ireland’s Gaeltacht Experience” in the South Boston Branch Library last Saturday afternoon. Sean Nos singer Mairin Ui Cheide rendered several lovely Gaelic songs, Mayor Walsh spoke, and two Gaeltacht documentaries were shown and discussed. It was an outstanding event for the St. Patrick’s weekend

Rep. Biele Makes Housing Top Legislative Priority Cosponsored legislation to provide relief from high costs of housing With over 5,000 bills filed in the Massachusetts legislation this session, Representative David Biele has cosponsored and supported several pieces of legislation to address the high costs of housing in Boston and to protect senior residents.

An Act regarding state income tax credit for renting unsubsidized properties at below market rents. This legislation would provide property owners with a tax credit for renting units at below market rents; An Act relative to low income housing eligibility for disabled veterans. This bill would exempt veterans’ disability payments from being counted toward eligibility for housing; An Act relative to the just cause eviction of elderly lessees. This bill would prohibit landlords from evicting elderly residents over the age of 75 without just cause; and An Act providing tax relief for rent burdened individuals and families. This bill would allow residents who make less than 100% of the average median income to make tax deductions on rent payments, up to $4,100.

“Increasing housing costs are one the biggest quality of life issues facing residents in Boston, if not the biggest, and it is important to look at ways to provide relief for residents” said Rep. Biele. “I am proud to support these bills which incentivize property owners to charge below market rents for private units by providing tax credits, provide financial relief to working families and veterans when it comes to housing costs, and protect elderly residents from being evicted from their homes without just cause.”

These bills have been referred to the Joint Committee on Housing and Joint Committee on Judiciary for consideration and will have public hearings this session.

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The 17th Annual Taste of South Boston will be held at the Seaport Hotel on Sunday evening, April 7, 2019

The South Boston Neighborhood Development Corporation (South Boston NDC) will hold its 17th Annual Taste of South Boston on Sunday April 7, 2019, from 6 - 9 p.m. at the Seaport Hotel in the Plaza Ballroom. This event has become one of the city’s premier food events. For an entrance fee of only $55 in advance ($65 at the door), attendees can sample unlimited culinary specialties from South Boston’s top restaurants, taste a great selection of wines from Al’s Liquors and samples of the latest brews from Harpoon Brewery. Attendees will enjoy live jazz music while bidding on outstanding silent auction items and partaking in exciting raffles.

This year’s event boasts an outstanding selection of restaurants from the traditional South Boston neighborhood, the South Boston Waterfront and the Fort Point areas. Joining us this year will be Backyard Betty’s, Gather, JP Licks, Temazcal Tequila Cantina, and Menton.

Returning again this year are perennial favorites including: American Provisions, Café Porto Bello, Capo, Cranberry Café, Fat Baby, Legal Harborside, Loco Taqueria & Oyster Bar, Local 149, Lola 42, Lucky’s Lounge, No Name Restaurant, Publico Street Bistro & Garden, Roza Lyons, Sweet Tooth Boston, TAMO Bistro & Bar, The Broadway, The Playwright, Tony C’s Seaport, The Smoke Shop BBQ and Worden Hall.

The Taste of South Boston is the annual fundraiser for the South Boston NDC, a non-profit developer of affordable housing in the community. This year, South Boston NDC will complete 16 units of workforce housing at 206 West Broadway. Additionally, construction has begun at O’Connor Way for 46 apartments for low income seniors.

Proceeds from this evening’s event will support the South Boston NDC’s mission to provide affordable housing for working people, families, elderly, and veterans in the community. South Boston NDC also manages the South Boston Farmers Market, Southie Trees, and several high profile community events, including the South Boston Street Festival, the South Boston Christmas Stroll, and the South Boston Spring Stroll. Support of this event will help SBNDC to continue to provide affordable housing and economic opportunities in the neighborhood.

Tickets can be purchased online at: www.tasteofsouthboston.com or at the office of South Boston NDC located at 273 D Street, South Boston.

For general inquiries, email SBNDC at: info.tasteofsouthboston.com .

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Evacuation Day, 2019: Memorial Mass, Historical Exercises

by Rick Winterson

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n the triumphs and cares of everyday life, it’s all too easy to forget that we live in truly historic surroundings. The 2019 ceremonies and exercises presented by the SBCA (the South Boston Citizens’ Association) strongly affirmed this fact. Their 139th Evacuation Day Banquet – the subject of a separate article – is a key part of the SBCA’s 2019 events. Their 243rd Annual Evacuation Observances (Saturday morning, March 16) are another key event, and the subject of this article.

Last Saturday, Father Joe White said the 2019 Evacuation Day Memorial Mass in the historic St. Augustine Chapel. Margaret Lynch from the Community Health Center was the Mass’s Honorary Chairwoman. Fr. Joe showed the congregation some woven Irish textile works, and then proceeded with the Mass, which was attended (in costume) by details from colonial militias and the Lexington Minutemen. The Chapel has reached its 200th year of continuous religious activity. Ground was originally broken for the Chapel late in 1818; it was consecrated on July 4, 1819.

In the spring of 1819, the Chapel’s superstructure was just being raised.

Saturday’s observances then proceeded to Dorchester Heights; participants gathered around the foot of the Evacuation Day Memorial.

The Boston University Band played themed music for the Historic and Memorial Heights Exercises.

The several Speakers, including Mayor Walsh and Parade Chief Marshal John Beatty, spoke of the historic nature of the Heights. Past SBCA President Bernie O’Donnell detailed this history and presented prizes to the winners of the Poster and Essay Contests. High School essayists Tom White (first prize) and Joey Maiullari (second) wrote about Admiral Farragut; Middle Schoolers Kiera Lombard (first), Apryl Michaels (second), and Ayden Resulaz (third) discussed the St. Augustine Chapel at 200 years of age; Samantha Drinan (first), Stella Dearden (second), and Jesus Armenia Garcia crafted original posters on the Farragut statue or the Chapel. Congratulations to all!

The solemnities concluded with emplacing a wreath on the Memorial stone by the Heights Monument, a volley by the assembled colonial soldiers, and the slow, solemn playing of “Taps”.

The eight Poster and Essay Contests winners receive their prizes.

Past SBCA President Bernie O’Donnell tells of the Heights’ meaning.

The BU Band plays during the Heights ceremonies.

Mass Celebrant Fr. Joe White holds up original Irish weavings.

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Congressman Lynch Opens 2019 Congressional Art Competition for 8th District High School Students

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“Buddy” Takes an Evacuation Day Walk

The annual Congressional Art Competition is now open for submissions and all entries must be received by Tuesday, April 30, 2019

South Boston is home to a Pomeranian named “Buddy”, pictured above. Buddy, a toy dog of the Central European Spitz type, is 18 years old. As all dogs do, he takes a walk or two for obvious reasons every single day. He is shown here on East Broadway, decked out in green, last Saturday morning after the Evacuation Day observances on the Heights.

Congressman Stephen F. Lynch (D-MA) announced the opening of “An Artistic Discovery,” the 2019 Congressional Art Competition. This competition is open for submissions from all high school students who reside in the 8th Congressional District and all entries must be received by Tuesday, April 30th, 2019. A panel of local art experts will review all submitted artwork, select the top ten submissions and then vote on the winning submission. The winner will have his or her work displayed in the United States Capitol for one year. There will also be a reception in Washington, D.C. for all art competition winners and their families to celebrate the opening of the exhibit.

Entries should be sent to Congressman Lynch’s Boston, Quincy, or Brockton office and put to the attention of Araba AdjeiKoranteng. For more information on the competition, please contact the office at (617) 428-2000 or visit the website: https:// lynch.house.gov/serving-you/art-competition.

“Many high school students in the 8th Congressional District are passionate about art, and the annual congressional art competition is an exciting opportunity for those students to share their creativity and skill,” said Congressman Lynch. “Over the last year, visitors to the U.S. Capitol have had the chance to see “American Dream” by last year’s Congressional Art Competition winner, Mya Tomlinson, a student from Norwood High School. Her piece, which includes vivid drawings of important African-American leaders in our nation’s history, including Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., Malcolm X, Maya Angelou, and President Barack Obama, was created with color pencils and markers to illustrate her patriotism and highlight the importance of civil rights. I look forward to seeing this year’s original artwork submissions from students across the 8th Congressional District and I encourage everyone interested to apply.”

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SBCA Holds 139th Evacuation Day Banquet

Commander Morgan Roberts, Commanding Officer of the USS Jason Dunham (DDG 109) receives a flag flown over the Capitol from Congressman Lynch.

by Rick Winterson

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ince 1880, South Boston has assembled for a banquet that celebrates

the historic events on and around Evacuation Day, March 17, 1776.

A single reason for this dominates: Evacuation Day was the first victory in our War of Independence for Henry Knox (the “bookseller from Boston”), General George Washington, and all American colonials. In this victory, South Boston played the key role.

The SBCA (the South Boston Citizens’ Associations) has not forgotten this. The SBCA’s 139th Evacuation Day Banquet was held last Friday evening, March 15, in the Convention Center. The menu was corned beef, cabbage, and other boiled veggies, followed by a traditional, sinfully sweet dessert.

The SBCA salutes Haley Dillon as the 2019 Mayor of South Boston.

Corey Morrissey receives her 2019 SBCA Shamrock Award.

Tommy Lyons (2nd r.), SBCA’s 2019 McCormack Awardee.

Commander Morgan Roberts from the USS Jason Dunham (DDG 109), her officers, and her crew were on hand. Music by Curragh’s Fancy, guests including firefighters from Ireland, and an immense feeling of fellowship topped the evening off.

It was an evening of speakers and awards given by the SBCA. The lengthy awards portion of the program included three well-deserved SBCA Shamrock Awards to Corey Morrissey, Ellen McDonough, and Bobby O’Shea. The 2019 Chief Marshal Award went to John Beatty.

The Mickey Roache Award for Distinguished City Government Service was earned by William

“Buddy” Christopher.

BPD Commissioner William Gross was selected for the 2019 SBCA Executive Board Award. For his immense services to veterans, Tom Lyons was the recipient of this year’s McCormack Award.

Congressman Lynch presented a flag flown over the Capitol Building to Cmdr. Morgan Roberts. Haley Dillon, the 2019 Mayor of South Boston, was recognized. And John Allison, who represented South Boston at City Hall, got a surprise award for his devoted service. During the applause for John, a bass stentorian voice could be heard saying, “We luv ya. John!”

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Ellen McDonough is delighted with her 2019 Shamrock Award.

Bobby O’Shea, an accomplished, witty raconteur and a Shamrock Awardee.

Woods School Irish Step Dancers Entertain

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2019 Parade Excellent All the Way

by Rick Winterson

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f course, you should have been there to appreciate the full impact of this year’s St. Patrick’s/ Evacuation Day Parade.

South Boston Online’s photos and description, however graphic, are but a poor substitute for actually being on hand. Part of this article is purposely devoted to the parade’s staging area in P&G/Gillette’s large parking lot – filled up but orderly - along with a

description of the Parade’s opening ceremony, which was more formal than in years past, but worked well.

The political contingents all arrived promptly, and arrayed themselves around a decorated truck flatbed. Confetti was sprayed aloft. After honors in the forms of the Pledge of Allegiance and the National Anthem, Parade Chief Marshal John Beatty and South Boston Mayor Haley Dillon delivered remarks. They then cut a shamrock-adorned ribbon.

The Lexington Minutemen fired a musket volley at 1 p.m. The Parade then stepped off. More than 120 units took part. It was about two hours long, traveled the usual route, and disbanded at the traditional dispersal point in Andrew Square around 4:30 or so.

The crowd was easily more than a million people (1,000,000), which is comparable to the crowds that watch championship processions along Boylston Street and Downtown. In general, the crowd

was orderly, although there were a few arrests for drinking and fighting.

Something less than 100 citations for public drinking were issued.

All these infractions, although certainly regrettable, numbered far less than in prior years. The Boston Police Department deserves credit for handling matters so well.

March 17 in South Boston has seen well over a century of Parades by now. Let’s have a century more of Parades like the one last Sunday.

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SB Catholic Academy News On Wednesday, March 6, 2019 the students at South Boston Catholic Academy celebrated a special Ash Wednesday Mass, when we started our Lenten Journey as we focus on Jesus’ life on earth, prepare for the coming of Easter and reflect on what Jesus did for us all. Father Daniel Hennessey, Vocations Director for the Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Boston, was the celebrant at this Mass and the members of the South Boston Catholic Academy Girls and Boys Sixth Grade Basketball teams did a wonderful job participating at this Mass, as well as, our South Boston Catholic Academy Children’s Choir. Father Tom Olson, Parochial Vicar, visited the Early Childhood students to discuss Lent and give out ashes. We have been discussing the season of Lent with all our students. We want to say a special congratulations to the South Boston Catholic Academy Girls and Boys Sixth Grade Basketball team and to their coach, Mrs. Patricia Coleman, on another great year of basketball!

This past week the students at South Boston Catholic Academy had chance to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day and learn all about St. Patrick, the patron saint of Ireland and the patron saint of the Archdiocese of Boston.

St. Patrick is credited with bringing Christianity to the people of Ireland and teaching us all about how much God loves us all. We hope everyone had a wonderful St. Patrick’s Day! On Friday, March 15, everyone had a chance to wear green in honor of St. Patrick. Some of the students made very imaginative and unique traps in hopes of capturing a leprechaun. Legend has it that if they are captured by a human, they often grant three wishes in exchange for their freedom.

We are now accepting applications online for the 2019-2020 School Year. To learn more about what makes South Boston Catholic Academy so special join us for a tour on Tuesdays and Fridays at 9am. For more information, please email Mrs. Jamie Brown, Assistant Principal at j.brown@sbcatholicacademy.org or phone 617-268-2326.

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Mayor Walsh Launches Online Birth Certificates

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uilding of f his commitment to ensure Boston’s services are easily accessible to all, Mayor Martin J. Walsh today launched a web application, allowing residents to order Boston-based birth certificates directly from the Registry Department. This follows the success of the death certificates online launch in March of 2018.

“In Boston, we’re committed to using technology to make our residents’ lives simpler, and public documents more accessible,” said Mayor Walsh.

“Birth certificates are needed by many of our residents, and this new system will allow greater transparency and convenience, allowing residents easier access to their vital records.”

Mayor Walsh has worked to create easier access to individuals’ birth certificates, including partnering with Massachusetts State Representative Michael Moran to file legislation to make it easier for residents to access their birth certificates.

“Making critical documents like birth certificates more accessible to every person born in Boston is vital to ensuring equity and improving a resident’s ability to obtain a driver’s

license, secure housing, and get a job,” said Representative Michael Moran.

“This announcement of progress by the Mayor is a great step forward and I am eager to build on it with our legislation to remove even more barriers to accessing these critical documents that some of our most vulnerable residents face.”

The Registry Department has seen a 30 percent increase in requests in the past year largely as a result of the REAL ID Act; federal legislation passed in 2005. This act mandated that an “enhanced driver’s license” be issued separate from standard licenses to citizens. Soon, U.S. Citizens will need either this enhanced driver’s license or a passport to enter certain federal buildings and to fly in the United States.

Here in Massachusetts, residents need their birth certificate to get a license.

For this reason, the Department of Innovation and Technology partnered with the Registry Department to ease the process and cost burden on constituents, and the operational demand as we near the federal deadline for compliance with the law. The law will go into full effect on October 1, 2020.

Mayor Walsh has been committed to bringing more equity and choice to residents throughout

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Public Meeting

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22 Drydock Avenue

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Boston, MA 02210

South Boston, MA 02127

Project Description:

Project Proponent:

Public Meeting to discuss the Notice of Project Change for the Innovation Square at Northern Avenue project, which was received by the BPDA on March 15th, 2019.

Boston Pinnacle Properties, LLC

Project Description: Boston Pinnacle Properties, LLC propose to construct a six-story, mixed-use development totaling approximately 21,557 square feet. The proposed project will have nineteen (19) housing units which includes three (3) IDP Units (affordable). In addition, the development will have 1,116 square feet of commercial retail space ten (10) garage parking spaces.

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By The Warren Group Address

City

Zip

29 Brookledge St Boston 02121 350 W 4th St #201 South Boston 02127 289 W 3rd St #A South Boston 02127 141-141A L St South Boston 02127 143 L St South Boston 02127 285 Dorchester Ave South Boston 02127 4 Alger St South Boston 02127 68 Telegraph St #1 South Boston 02127 637 E 6th St South Boston 02127 13 Knowlton St South Boston 02127 9 Gates St #1 South Boston 02127 11 Boston St #2 South Boston 02127 366 Dorchester St #7 South Boston 02127 68 Middle St #3 South Boston 02127 193 Hamilton St #1 Dorchester 02122 52 Athens St #3 South Boston 02127 758 E 3rd St #1 South Boston 02127 317 W 4th St #2 South Boston 02127 161 H St #2 South Boston 02127 174 M St #1 South Boston 02127 2 W 6th St #307 South Boston 02127 150 W Broadway #315 South Boston 02127 251 Boston St #1 Boston 02125 301 W Broadway #8 South Boston 02127 714 E 5th St #2 South Boston 02127

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Type Price R2F RCD RCD R2F R3F COM COM RCD R3F R1F RCD RCD RCD RCD RCD RCD RCD RCD RCD RCD RCD RCD RCD RCD RCD

$575,000 $500,000 $490,000 $2,625,000 $2,625,000 $12,500,000 $11,000,000 $479,000 $1,600,000 $550,000 $445,000 $410,000 $720,000 $512,000 $399,000 $875,000 $780,000 $385,000 $485,000 $650,000 $1,090,000 $243,200 $529,200 $1,799,000 $690,000

Beds Baths 6 2 1 4 5 0 0 2 7 3 2 1 2 1 3 2 3 1 1 2 0 0 0 0 0

2 1 1 3 3 0 0 1 3 3 1 1 1 1 1 2 3 1 1 2 0 0 0 0 0

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