THE PRINT EDITION
THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 15, 2018
VOLUME XIX- ISSUE 72
DAV5K Boston Race Honors Disabled Veterans
An Auto Larceny Incident by Rick Winterson
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esterday morning at 5:30, about an hour before sunrise, an alleged auto larceny took place in South Boston near the intersection of F and West Sixth Streets. The supposed victim of this crime awoke to hear the sound of glass breaking. When he exited his residence, he spotted a man at his automobile, holding a backpack and computer that belonged to the victim. The man at the automobile fled up Sixth Street. The victim discharged a firearm, but did not hit anything. The police have recovered the ballistic evidence. Both incidents (the alleged auto larceny and the firearm discharge) are under investigation at this time. The Boston Po l i c e Department, BPD Capt. Joseph Boyle, and Station C-6 that he commands had previously asked South Boston Online to repeat a warning from the BPD we
issued last month. It involves “auto larcenies”, a kind of robbery that has greatly increased in South Boston this year. Yesterday’s incident at F and West Sixth make this warning to our readers far more urgent. But first, let’s make it clear that “auto larcenies” do not mean taking the motor vehicle itself. Auto larcenies refer to stealing items from inside the car or other motor vehicle – packages, clot h i ng , g i f t s, g roc erie s, whatever, and so on. Frequently, an auto will be entered by a thief, even if the only item visible is an empty bag. (How does the potential thief know that the bag is empty?). And it would be a terrible shame if you had your Thanksgiving groceries or all your Christmas gifts stolen. Take a look at the drawing that accompanies this article. That’s the number of auto Continued on Page 2
By Richard Campbell
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he Veteran’s Day Weekend DAV5K race grows each year and is responsible for raising money to help over a million American Veterans with a myriad of services. The Boston Castle Island trunk of the run is just one of six locations where the national event occurs,
and has special significance with its start at Fort Independence. WRKO announcers handled the opening ceremonies and various organizers for the race spoke of the importance of this kind of event for veterans and their families. With a loop around Pleasure Bay one can see that veterans of all stripes, and their supporters were out in force. The weather was crisp, but Continued on page 6
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Larceny larcenies that occurred here in South Boston, during the
three 2018 summer months. It’s a lot, isn’t it? Note that they can happen any where in South Boston, especially on
Broadway, a round A ndre w Square, and along what’s called “the First Street corridor”. Even more important, the
police estimate that 80% of larcenies – that’s eight out of ten of those thefts – happen because cars are left unlocked. For your own good, take a few extra seconds to make sure your vehicle is locked up every time you leave it - even for a quick cup of coffee to go. You might have seen people walking slowly along a line of parked cars. They could be trying every car door handle to see which ones are unlocked. If you see such behavior in your neighborhood, call 9-1-1 right away. Get a cell phone picture if you can take it safely and send it to the police. But most of a ll, hide anything in your vehicle under the seat or in your trunk. A nd plea se – LOCK YOUR CAR AT ALL TIMES. Thank you.
Honoring the Most Honorable Lives
Raymond L. Flynn, former Mayor of Boston and former U.S. Ambassador to the Vatican
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ttending morning Mass on Veterans Day was always a great opportunity to reflect on the many dedicated men and women who served our country in the military over these many years. There is always something special about thinking and praying for our veterans, as we did yesterday, on the special day of remembrance. Ye a rs back, at tend i ng Mass at St. Angela’s Church in
Mattapan or Sacred Heart in Roslindale and then visiting the graves of loved ones and veterans on Veterans Day and Memorial Day was a ritual in my and many other families. We didn’t have a car in those early days, so taking the Franklin Park street car and walking down American Legion Highway was our regular route. We would meet many people along the way that we got to know over the years. Many of them would be carrying sandwiches in a bag and holding an American f lag. This past Saturday, I got to tell my wife Kathy, son Ray and grandson Jack Long some of the stories about how so many people visited these same gravesites. This past weekend, in addition to praying for family and all our veterans, some of whom were also close family members, we joined members of the Catholic Action League of Boston in attending the annual Holy Rosary Service at Mount Calvary Cemetery in Roslindale
for the 60th anniversary of the death of my political inspiration, Boston Mayor James Michael Curley, the “Mayor of the Poor.” I was honored to be asked by Catholic Action League Executive Director C.J. Doyle to give some brief ref lections about Mayor Curley to the faithful gathered. My fa mily a nd neighbors admired Curley, I bega n. When I was a first-term state representative from South Boston and Dorchester, I filed legislation with other Boston legislators like Reps. Craven, Doyle, Feeney and Bulger to erect a permanent memorial to the former mayor, governor and congressman. The bill passed and the speaker of the House appointed me chairman of the Curley Commission. I invited longtime Curley political opponent former U.S. senator and former candidate for vice president of the United States Henry Cabot Lodge Jr. to offer some words of ref lection on the career of his often mentioned
rival, James Michael Curley. Curley had some powerful business and political enemies in the state during his career, and didn’t want to see him so honored. But U.S. Sen. Lodge’s emotional and inspiring words of respect and admiration about Curley in testif ying before our Legislative Committee at the State House, resulted in bipartisan support for a lasting memorial, statue and Curley Park on Congress Street next to Boston City Hall and the historic Holocaust Memorial. So many great stories to tell. Boston has such a wonderful history, no wonder so many people from across the world wants to visit our city. And no better time to ref lect on the values of our city and nation than on Veterans Day. It’s where it all began and continues today. Raymond L. Flynn is a former mayor of Boston and a former U.S. ambassador to the Vatican.
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Thanksgiving Publication Date Wednesday, November 21st
The South Boston Christmas Stroll Thursday, November 29th 4:00pm Get ready to start your Christmas shopping locally and celebrate the Holiday Season! On Thursday, November 29th take part in the South Boston Christmas Stroll! This free, fun-filled event starts at 4pm. Business establishments will be open until various times. Sip, Shop and Dine your way around South Boston and take advantage of special discounts and one-night only promotions at local shops and restaurants. Enjoy one night of incredible savings at more than 40 local retail establishments, restaurants and salons throughout South Boston.
Splurge at participating businesses that will be displaying a Big Red Bow! This year’s Christmas Stroll will include: The East Broadway tree lighting - taking place at 5:30 p.m. outside of the South Boston Library A visit from Santa (arriving on an antique Fire Truck) at 5:00p.m Feel free to take pictures with Santa inside of the South Boston Library Free hot chocolate & holiday treats will be served The Original Dickens Carolers will be strolling along East and West Broadway starting at 4:00pm Magic show at 4:15pm – at Bringing up Baby (663 East Broadway) Many discounts and special offerings from local retail establishments, restaurants, and salons throughout South Boston Free Pedi Cabs will be available to transport attendees along East and West Broadway from 6:00-8:00pm
This year, 2018, Thanksgiving Day falls on next Thursday, November 22. So, the next issue of South Boston Online will be printed and distributed one day early – on Wednesday morning, November 21. Please pick up your copy of South Boston Online the day before Thanksgiving. Because we are going to our printer a day early on the 20th, we ask that our advertisers send their orders and copy to us one day early also – no later than the close of work (5 p.m.) on Monday, November 19.
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Veterans Race as well as numerous company and club sponsored teams with Boston Harbor Encore having been particularly well represented! Boston EMT & Fire- First Responders, Boston Police, and DCR Park Staff were on hand to ensure the smooth operation of events. Commemorative medals and shirts were distributed to veterans, and a post-race party was held at Boston Bowl. It should be noted that funds raised by the race go directly to veterans in the form of transportation, health care assistance, career fairs, and nationally Sponsored by USAA,
funds raised by the race go directly to veterans in the form of transportation, health care assistance, career fairs, and nationally Sponsored by USAA, Cintas, TQL, and Recruit Military, along with many local sponsors including: the City of Boston, Iron Clad, Eaton Vance, WRKO, Trimont Engineering, Mabbett, JCalpro, Veterans Development Corporation, Boston Harbor Encore, Legal Seafoods, Boston Bowl, Mass Convention Authorit y, Motti Electric, J’Damico Inc. Mares Associates, Wahlburgers, National Grid. For Details about the DAVK Race go to: http://www.dav5k.org/
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Veterans Day Weekend Observed
by Rick Winterson
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t was a full weekend of solemnity, observances, and celebrations. The activities commemorated two related occurrences – services rendered to America by its many military veterans, and the 100th Anniversary – the Centennial – of the first Armistice Day on November 11, 1918, when World War I combat ended. South Boston suffered the loss of 103 “Fallen Heroes” during that conflict, also called “the War to End All Wars”. And last weekend’s activities proved that South Boston is forever grateful to its military veterans. We do not forget. Did you know that South Boston’s Seaport District has created its own display of flags? It’s located on Seaport Common (or Green) and ends at the “Fallen Heroes” obelisk. Sponsors include WS Development, Vertex, and “envision” Bank. The flags on the Boston Common that proceed down its west-facing slopes from the Civil War Monument are commonly known as our “Sea of Flags”. South Boston Online will call ours a “Field of Flags”. Saturday afternoon, the 10th, volunteers led by Mary Ryan and Kevin Conley, arranged a Centennial Observance in Excel High School that commemorated the 100th Anniversary of Armistice Day – an Armistice that stopped the hostilities in World War I on November 11, 1918. Dave Falvey emceed the ceremonies. The Excel JROTC Color Guard did the honors. A blessing was called for and Congressman Lynch gave his thoughts. Then, Major Andrew Lee, USMC, solemnly read the names of South Boston’s World War I fallen heroes. Tommy Florentino played “Taps”. The BFD A Capella Singers sang “God Bless
America”; the crowd joined in. A wreath was placed by the gallery of World War I fallen, and a long-lost photo of Michael J. “Mickey” Perkins was paced back in its gallery spot. A very affecting event! That evening, the South Boston Allied War Veterans Council (the AWVC) hosted a Social at Sixth Gear for South Boston. The AWVC will soon begin preparing for the 2019 St. Patrick’s/Evacuation Day Parade – yes, it’s only about 17 weeks away – and are using two interns from Suffolk U. to help out. Their names are Sergio Bento, (a Junior in Marketing) and Sarah Speeches (a Senior in Marketing). Look for them. On Sunday morning, the Fitzgerald Post and its guests marched from the Post to St. Brigid Church for a Veterans Day Mass. The Annual Flag Burning also took place at Fort Independence on Sunday morning, November 11, at 11 a.m., which was the 100th Anniversary of the Armistice – to the minute. Bill Spain and the CIA hosted the event under the Fort’s 25 x 38 foot garrison flag, a kilted Bill Wolf oversaw the ceremonial burning to the accompaniment of a bagpipe duo, and Sergeant-at-Arms John Killion actually fired the pyre of old, worn flags. Veteran John Scannell spoke; Sr. Florence (CSJ) read a tender and meaningful she had written herself. There’s a bit of grim humor here. Burning old American flags into smoke and ashes is the courteous way to dispose of them. You may recall that many groups around the world used to burn American flags as a symbol of their hatred for the U.S. After they were told they were really being polite to us, they immediately stopped burning our flags. It was quite a weekend – South Boston doesn’t forget. Ever.
Bill Wolf, Sr. Florence CSJ, Bill Spain, and John Scannell begin the flag disposal program.
The Excel High JROTC Color Guard – sharp, as usual.
Veterans, families, and friends on the way to Veterans Day Mass at St. Brigid Church.
Sergeant-at-Arms John Killion lights the pyre of flags to be burnt.
Sergio Bento and Sarah Speeches, AWVC interns working on the ’19 Parade.
Dave Falvey, Commander of the AWVC, greets the guests at their Social in Sixth Gear.
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A Conversation with David Biele, 4th Suffolk Representative-elect by Rick Winterson
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uesday morning, David Biele, the Representative-elect for the Fourth Suffolk District, which includes South Boston, stopped by our office at South Boston Online. He will be replacing Nick Collins, who moved on to the Massachusetts State Senate seat that had been held by Linda DorcenaForry. Nick then won that seat in his own right. David will be sworn in on Wednesday morning, January 2, 2019, just seven weeks from now. Congratulations in advance, David. His visit was a combination of an informal interview and a conversation. Currently, David is doing his homework on local issues and preparing for his duties in 2019. And fortunately, he has some years of direct experience that he will bring to his responsibilities as our new state Representative. For four years, he worked for Nick Collins, while Nick was our state Rep. David drafted legislation and assisted with the budgeting process. He started as an Aide and then served as Legislative Director for one and a half years. David is a lifelong resident of South Boston. His educational background is quite solid. He attended St. Peter’s School, and then went on to graduate from Boston Latin. Because
of the A/P classes available at Latin, he was able to obtain his Bachelor’s degree at Boston College in three years, majoring in History with a concentration in American Foreign Policy. After that, he went on to B.C. Law School, taking part in public service work that included L.A.B. (Legal Assistance Bureau) assignments on indigent family and housing issues, as well as a trip to New Orleans in the aftermath of Hurricane Katrina. In his personal life, David is an avid long-distance runner, having successfully completed four Marathons in Boston and Chicago. He has continued his community work by serving as a mentor at the Laboure Center in their T.E.A.M. Program – “Together Engaging Adolescents by Mentoring”. We talked about a number of issues and problems David will face; many of these can be quickly described as “quality of life” issues that affect South Boston directly. David pointed out that he’ll receive his legislative assignments only after his swearing-in on January 2. He won’t know exactly what these assignments will be until some point in the first quarter of 2019, but he has requested being considered for several issues. During our conversation, David mentioned that his interests as South Boston’s state Rep. include public transport – especially buses –
Representative David Biele attends the Veteran’s Day Mass at St. Brigid Church. and affordable housing, or perhaps more accurately, how to develop and incentivize more affordable housing in and around South Boston. We also talked about education, the ongoing opioid crisis here, and because of South Boston’s lengthy shoreline, about energy supplies that don’t release carbon dioxide, which increases global warming and causes rising sea levels
(think about Morrissey Boulevard and Fort Point flooding last winter). David has served on the Committee of Energy and Environmental Affairs. We’ll repeat that David won’t receive his assignments as our state Representative until early next year, after he’s sworn in. He closed our conversation by saying, “Thanks to my family, friends, and supporters for
Msgr. Thomas J. McDonnell and Frank Kelley Thanksgiving Dinner St. Monica’s Parish Hall - Thanksgiving Day (Corner of Old Colony Avenue and Prebble Street) Mass at 9:00 am Dinner at 11:30 am – 1:30 pm All are welcome If you are unable to get out and would like a meal delivered to your home please call 857-417-7597 After Wednesday November 21st please call 617-590-9922
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23rd Annual Schwartz Compassionate Health Care Dinner
Governor Charlie Bakcer gave Dr. Stancin from Metro Health Cleveland the 2018 NCCY Award.
By Richard Campbell
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he 23 rd A nnual Kenneth B. Schwartz Compassionate Healthcare Dinner graced the Boston Convention and Exhibition Center this past Thursday with well over 1,300 in attendance. While many award dinners are kind of superficial entertainments, this event was marked for the depth of feeling and humility of the Schwartz Center’s extended medical family. In the age of increased public violence since 911 and the Marathon bombing, Bostonians have gained a new
appreciation for challenges faced by first responders and medical professionals in rehabilitative services- but many may not know about the enormity of this group’s mission. If your personal life is touched by the tragedy of trauma, life threatening illness, or deep psychological struggles; perhaps the best thing that could happen is that you find yourself included in the extended mission of this organization. For those who work in the medical profession, the celebration has special significance. The Schwartz Center for Compassionate Health Care has a multi-part mission to support compassionate health care for patients and their families as well as providing extensive training and support to caregivers on multiple levels. Founded by Kenneth Schwartz in 1995 before his death from cancer, his vision was to create an organization to promote compassionate care in the medical profession, strengthening the bond between patients and caregivers. He wrote about his end of life experience and the kindness of caregivers in a rather touching Boston Globe Article “A Patient’s Story”: “These acts of kindness – the simple human
Patrick Downes PSYD, was introduced by his wife, Jessica Kensky RN, flanked by her service dog Rescue.
touch from my caregivers – have made the unbearable bearable.” From the deceptively simple idea- that caregivers need to learn how to engage with patients-his vision has grown into an organization with a massive following and intricate mission. If kindness is a form of intelligence, it seems Kenneth Schwartz was particularly brilliant. The Schwartz Center now extends its services to over 3,400,000 patients through 640 Health care organizations to the hearts and hands of 288,000 caregivers, in the US, Canada, UK, Ireland, Australia and New Zealand. Surely size does not describe the effectiveness of its mission, for that seemingly nonmedical word “compassion” was magnified in the six featured members who were nominated for their National Compassionate Caregiver of the Year Awards, (NCCY) this year. In a profession where caregivers have to consistently keep their wits while dealing with trauma, the public often forgets that they too are subject to human weaknesses and problems. With each nominee’s story unfolding throughout the evening, the six finalists for this year’s NCCY award have attributed to them by others uniquely high degrees of empathy folded into rigorous practice. It would be natural to assert that hundreds, if not thousands of medical staff could qualify on any given day. The finalists for the award were: The Emergency Medical Response Team of New York Presbyterian Lower Manhattan Hospital; Dr. Terry Stancin of Metro Health in Cleveland, Dr. Ken Komatsu,
Palliative Care Physician at Providence St. Joseph Hospital; Dr. Pat O’Malley Pediatric Palliative Care Director at Mass General Hospital for Children; Lolita Roland RN from Cambridge Health Alliance and Wendy Walters, LICSW, Clinical Ethics Consultant from University of Alabama. Given the stories of each one of these finalists, it would be difficult to decide on a singular recipient. Each one of them seemed to set the bar higher for their ability to engage patients and literally save lives. With opening remarks by Ruth Kilduff, the Chair of the Schwartz Center Board, and an update by Matt Herndon, CEO of the Schwartz Center, the history of this organization was fleshed out and the speakers were careful to outline the many kinds of services the community entails. Dr. Peter Slavin, president of Mass General Hospital gave an inspired recounting of his relationship to Ken Schwartz, and how his legacy impacts the hospital to this day. The keynote speaker Patrick Downes PSYD, was introduced by his wife, Jessica Kensky RN, flanked by her service dog Rescue. South Bostonians may be familiar with their names, as they were survivors of the Boston Marathon bombing. Her opening remarks about the way that their lives were transformed by the experience, the long recovery process in New England and Walter Reed was as riveting as her composure was collected and thoughtful. They had all the hopes and dreams of any young successful couple. “ When the bomb went off our collective sense of space was shattered,” said Jessica. The bomb
SOUTHBOSTONONLINE.COM THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 15, 2018 amputated both of their left legs, and later Jessica, after considerable struggle had to give up her right leg as well. When Patrick got up to speak his recounting of the care-giving they both received, he came to a solemn, but beautiful conclusion about their new relationship: “I am only as strong as you are, and you are only as strong as I am.” They defined love and compassion in so many ways. After a wildly fast dinner set up by the BCEC staff, there were further detailed video biographies of the finalists for the awards, when patients and fellow practitioners gave testimony to remarkable life experiences they had with each finalist. Featured speaker governor Charlie Baker gave a passionate address about the early days with Ken Schwartz, the Center’s mission, and the ways in which doctors bought handfuls of tickets to the largely unknown fundraisers, which continued to grow because of the ethos of the medical community. He spoke also of the general climate of violence and intolerance in our nation today, recognizing the role the medical community plays in healing. Straight off his recent victory governor Baker appeared even taller than he usually does, winning over the audience with quiet sincerity. In the end Dr. Stancin of Metro Health Cleveland was chosen for the honor. In congratulating Dr. Stancin, referring to her as Terry, he did not fail to mention the importance of her courageous compassion in creating the Kid’s Pride Clinic, one of the first clinics in the nation to deal with the medical and psychological difficulties of transgender children. Baker spoke openly about the time
in college when his brother broached the subject of being gay to him and asked him to intercede to tell their parents. He further remarked to his 90-year-old father in the audience about how gracefully his Dad handled everything. Emphasizing that “all kids want to belong” and that how many LGBT kids could not say they had the same kind of support from family or friends in school his brother did. He stressed the loneliness and isolation these kids face, and the dire need for more services for families in need. In doing so he revealed a certain vulnerability, and a deeper understanding of issues. This opened the door for Dr. Stancin to describe in her acceptance speech, the more difficult aspects of her practice. Dr. Stancin lost no time in delving into the crisis the mental health professions face in this nation, and the need for compassion for people who are afflicted with psychological difficulties, whether stemming from trauma or abuse. One statistic about transgender youth: that 40% of them attempt suicide, along with other grim statistics brought her round to the experience with her patients. Her testimony regarding one of her patients who grew up to write a college essay that nearly defined compassionate care was a moving and inspiring end to the evening. As an outside observer to the event, it was remarkable to see how these medical professionals put themselves on the line physically, mentally and spiritually in their quest to provide compassionate care for those who need it most. If you are interested in giving to the Schwartz Center, go to https://giving.theschwartzcenter.
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Great Rivals Play Thanksgiving Day By Patrick O’Connor
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his mont h on Thanksgiving Day, we reach the 100th game in the great rivalry between East Boston High School and South Boston High School. However, the first game was not played in 1918. It was played on Saturday, November 21, 1903 at the Locust Street playground in Dorchester. South Boston won 33-0. For unknown reasons, the rivalry resumed on Thursday, November 12, 1914. Playing at Wood Island Park, East Boston won 12-6. The third game on Thanksgiving Day, Nov. 25, 1915 took place at McNary Playground in South Boston. The Knights won 7-0. Due to tension between both teams, no game took place in 1916. The rivalry resumed thereafter. In the 1920’s and 30’s, Fenway Park and Braves Field hosted Boston area high school football games. In the 1921 game on November 8, East Boston shut out Southie 21-0 at Braves Field. There was no game in 1922 due to a snow storm. The 1932 and 1933 game at Fenway Park both ended in a 0-0 tie. Snow cancelled the game in 1936 and heavy rain cancelled the game in 1942 and 1943. With the opening of White Stadium adjacent to Franklin Park in 1949, the game was moved there on Thursday, November 24. East Boston won 7-6. Since then, with a few exceptions, the Thanksgiving Day game has
South Boston High School football team pic at Saunders Stadium.
East Boston High School football team pic at White Stadium. been played there every year. Many who played football for either school over the years will recall the crowds that would fill the stadium for the once-a-year clash on the grid iron. Over the years, both teams have had spectacular win streaks. South Boston won the game every year from 1957 to 1968. East Boston won the game every year from 1977 to 1989. South Boston last won the game in 2008 by a score of 34-6. Overall, East Boston leads the series at 52-42-6. The desegregation of the
Front row, left to right: # 70, Damian Reed; # 51, Jefferson Britus; # 11, Domenic Russo; # 15, Joshua Rivera; # 40, Nate Mattera; # 8, Kasey Vasquez Standing: Coach John Parziale; # 4, Hector Martinez; # 3, Miguel Restrepo; # 89, Noah Shiner; # 86, Johen Sifontes; # 33, Luis Aponte; # 24, Angelo Blake
Boston Public Schools affected the rivalry in the mid 1970’s. The chaos at South Boston High in 1974 led to the school not having a football team. The cancellation of the 1974 game was a disappointment to the East Boston team as for many of the players, it was a family tradition to play South Boston on Thanksgiving Day. The 1975 game was moved to Nickerson Field at BU with a heavy police presence to keep the peace among unruly fans. In the years since, turnout at the game
every year has been less than stellar. As of this week, East Boston, led by John Parziale (9th season) has a record of 3-8. South Boston, led by Germaine Sattiawhite (2nd season) is 2-8. Due to poor field conditions at White Stadium, the 100th game will be played at Sartori Stadium in East Boston. Kick-off time is at 9:30 a.m. It is hoped there will be a large turnout of alumni and coaches from both schools to cheer on both teams and win or lose, be good sports with the results.
South Boston High School seniors: # 67, Enijah McLean; #51, Wilson Sanon; # 55, Marcos Roman; # 2, Daniel Austin; # 1, Tony Depina; # 75, Carlos Robalo; # 63, Joseph Roque
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Councilors Campbell, Flynn Call For Hearing On Domestic Violence & Sexual Assault
ast week, Boston City Council President Andrea Campbell & Councilor Ed Flynn called for a hearing on domestic violence and sexual assault in the City of Boston. The Councilors called attention to data compiled by Jane Doe Inc., the Massachusetts Department of Public Health, and the 2010 National Intimate Partner Survey that indicated Massachusetts is on par with national averages as it relates to this repugnant behavior. They will look to discuss ways to provide support for victims, solutions for increasing reporting opportunities for all, such as our immigrant and LGBTQ communities, as well as other ways to educate the public about the prevalence of this abhorrent behavior in an effort to reduce domestic violence and
sexual assault in the City of Boston. Council President Campbell said, “This is an opportune time to bring together our health commission, law enforcement, and organizations that work with domestic violence and sexual assault victims to discuss what more the City of Boston could do to address these issues. We want to learn about what others are doing across the country to make these incidents easier to report, and for victims not just to be heard but to also remedy their circumstances and allow them to be healthy, loved, and to live in a safe community.” Councilor Flynn said, “Council President Campbell and I look to have this conversation to ensure we are doing all we can to try to increase awareness, support victims, offer reporting
East Boston & South Boston Football Coaches 1903 – 2018 East Boston High School Football Coaches Fred L. O’Brien Carmen Scarpa Rocky DiLorenzo John Loftus John Sousa John Parziale
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South Boston High School football coaches Leo A. Daly Joe Green Steve White Joe Crowley Arthur Perdigao Steve Flaherty Robert E. Lerro Sean Guthrie Ray Butler Brian Vaughn
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Germaine Sattiewhite
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City Council President Andrea Campbell
City Council Ed Flynn
oppor tunities for a l l our communities, and hopefully find ways to reduce domestic violence and sexual assault in the City of Boston. I would like to continue the work of my mother, Kathy Flynn, who sought to support victims of domestic violence during her
time as First Lady of Boston.” For more information, please contact Councilor Flynn’s office at 617-635-3203 & Ed.Flynn@Boston.Gov, or Council President Campbell at 617-635-3131 & A ndrea. Campbell@Boston.gov
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Veterans’ Day Mass at St. Brigid Church
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Tynan Happenings Flag Football
The 2018-19 season kicked off last week with two exciting games. In the first game the Vikings came back against the Chargers to take the victory, by the score of 34-26. Aidan Kineavy played a strong game for the Vikings scoring 4 touchdowns and had 3 extra points. Bobby Rehm scored 3 touchdowns and 3 extra points for the Chargers. In the next game the Bears defeated the Falcons, by the score of 28-18. Ryan McGarrell and Ryan Alexander had 3 touchdowns each for the Bears and Aidan Colton scored 3 touchdowns for the Falcons.
Girls Fitness
Instructor, Amanda McCarthy, did a superb job getting the girls motivated for class last week. Hard workers were Mari Rehm and Talia Scott. There are still spaces available for girls 11 & older. Classes are held on Monday nights 6-7 pm.
Tynan Council Halloween Party
Our Tynan Council Annual Children’s Halloween Party proved to be a huge success with over 80 children attending. We had a Nemo Bouncy House, arts and crafts, candy corn counter contest, music, costume parade, corn hole, hockey shootout, and other activities that kept the ghouls and goblins busy. Bridget Fitzgerald was the lucky winner for guessing the closest to the candy corn in the jar at 881. Costume winners received Target gift cards, Slime kits, and board games as prizes.
Teen Pumpkin Carving
Eight middle school girls came up to the Tynan on Halloween week and carved some very impressive pumpkins in our teen room. Everyone showed their artistic and creative abilities and a fun time was had by all. We owe a big thank you to the South Boston Convention Center for donating their pumpkins to us. They sure didn’t go to waste! Please Note: The BCYF Tynan will be closing at 6 pm on Thursday, November 15th due to our annual Hub Nob fundraiser. It is being held at the House of Blues and all are invited to attend.
Good Samaritan Ministry Please be a part of our Good Samaritan Ministry and help us to make sure that no one in our neighborhood goes hungry this Thanksgiving. Last year we served 300 families. Our goal this year is to provide every family in need with the Thanksgiving groceries. This is how you can help Bring one or more of the following non-perishable items to church & leave it in the donation bin: Cranberry sauce, canned corn, instant mashed potatoes, and corn bread mix Drop a $20 gift card to Stop and Shop in the collection basket in Mass or at the SBSCC office at St. Peter’s lower church hall.
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The annual gift of an evergreen Christmas tree from Nova Scotia will arrive by police escort at Boston Common at approximately 11 a.m. on Tuesday, November 20. This year commemorates 101 years of friendship between Nova Scotia and the people of Boston after our city provided emergency assistance when Halifax, Nova Scotia’s capital, was devastated by a wartime explosion in 1917. In addition, Nova Scotia is donating smaller trees to Rosie’s Place and the Pine Street Inn. “Our Christmas tree lighting is more than a holiday event, it is a celebration of the lasting bond of friendship between our city and Nova Scotia,” said Mayor Martin J. Walsh. “Thanks to Ross and Teresa for providing this gift that will be the centerpiece of our holiday lighting display on Boston Common, taking a place of honor as Boston’s official Christmas tree to be enjoyed by residents and visitors alike.” On November 20, the official 2018 Christmas tree will be escorted by the Boston Police Department beginning around 10 a.m. from Billerica via Route 3 South to Route 128 North to Interstate 93 South to Sullivan Square to Rutherford Avenue over the Charlestown bridge and will weave through downtown Boston on North Washington, New Chardon, Cambridge, Tremont, Boylston, and Charles Streets to enter Boston Common at the corner of Beacon and Charles Streets at 11 a.m. Boston Parks Commissioner Chris Cook, an official Nova Scotian town crier, Santa Claus, and local schoolchildren will greet the tree at its final destination near the Boston Visitors Center at 139 Tremont Street. The tree will be lit at approximately 7:55 p.m. on Thursday, November 29, as the City of Boston’s Official Tree Lighting is celebrated on Boston Common from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m.
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The Martin Richard Foundation Challenges Young People to Bring Their Communities Together in Service
Applications now open for $500 Bridge Builder grants
The Martin Richard Foundation is calling on young people ages 5-22 to submit their ideas for bringing their communities together in service with projects that promote peace, justice and kindness. Through the Foundation’s Bridge Builder Program, up to 30 applicants will be selected to receive $500 grants to turn their idea into reality. Applications are available at MartinRichardFoundation.org. Projects should be led by young people; display peace, justice and kindness as core values; and tackle an issue that warrants attention in their neighborhoods or schools. Adults may apply on behalf of the young people who will carry out the project, and educators, youth development professionals or coaches can help to support the project. The deadline to submit applications is January 14 and groups will be notified of their selection by March 1. The Martin Richard Foundation believes that service to the community builds bridges of understanding and breaks down barriers, and is encouraging young people to stand up and recognize that the time is right to lead an effort in their neighborhoods that brings people together in service and motivates others to want to do the same. “Community service has the power to transform the way young people see the world by allowing them to understand how they can positively impact their peers and communities. Our Bridge Builder Program empowers young people to stand up and lead projects that foster inclusion, equality, understanding and trust,” said Martin Richard Foundation Executive Director Terri Ladka. “If you are a young person with a great idea that can build bridges in your community, we want to hear from you!” For more information about the Bridge Builder Program and application guidelines, visit http://www.martinrichardfoundation.org/bridgebuilder-program. About the Martin Richard Foundation The Martin Richard Foundation Inc. is a 501(c)(3) charitable foundation that helps young people learn, grow and lead through volunteerism and community engagement. Its mission is to contribute to a world where people recognize the humanity in others and model the decency needed for a united, compassionate and inclusive community. Founded in 2014, the foundation was formed by the parents of eightyear-old Martin Richard, who was killed when two bombs exploded near the Boston Marathon finish line on April 15, 2013.
Gate of Heaven & St. Brigid Parishes with St. Augustine Chapel RCIA News Interested in Joining the Catholic Church? Or for those Baptized Catholics who have not received First Holy Communion. Rite of Christian Initiation for Adults (RCIA) The RCIA Program for our parishes (Gate of Heave and St. Brigid with St. Augustine Cemetery Chapel) will begin the evening of Sunday, November 25 at the 6PM Mass at St. Brigid Church on East Broadway. This program will run through Easter and prepare those who wish to enter into full Communion with the Roman Catholic Church. Eligible adults include: Those who have not been Baptized; those who have been Baptized in other Christian tradition; and those who were Baptized Catholic but never received Eucharist and Confirmation. If you or someone you know has questions or is interested, please email our Co-Ordinator, Mr. Javier Soegaard at (Javier.Soegaard@gmail.com) or phone the Parish Office at 617-268-3344.
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