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THE PRINT EDITION

THURSDAY, JANUARY 19, 2017

“You will never change your life until you change something you do DAILY. The secret of your success is focused in your daily routine.”

(John C. Maxwell, VOLUME XVIIII - ISSUE 3

“State of the City” Speech at Symphony Hall

Mayor Walsh Gives “State of the City”

by Rick Winterson Tuesday night was quite a visual and aural spectacle (South Boston Online certainly means that statement as a compliment – we really enjoyed ourselves).

The event was Mayor Martin J. Walsh’s Third Annual “State of the City” address, which combined a list of his administration’s accomplishments in 2016 with several goals he wants to achieve during the last year of his first term as Mayor of Boston.

The venue was a jam-packed Symphony Hall. By itself, this world-famous Boston institution is a visual treat, with perfect acoustics for music – a prominent part of the “State of the City” program – and for making speeches.

Now in its 117th year after opening in 1900, Symphony Hall

was one of first halls in the world to be designed according to scientific acoustical principles. Its acoustics are termed “lively” by the experts.

The doors to Symphony Hall admitted around 2,000 people, and then closed promptly at 6:45, as advertised. As an introduction, a decidedly cool and with-it Jazz Ensemble from the Boston Arts Academy – piano, guitar, bass, trumpet, sax, and snares – expertly rendered jazz standards. A brief video showed some excellent views of Boston and its people.

Right at 7 p.m., the Symphony’s Managing Director Mark Volpe gave his welcoming remarks. This was followed by a stirring Interfaith Prayer said by five clerics – Christian, Jew, Muslim – asking God for peace and understanding in a world too often torn by religious conflict. Fr. Joe Continued on Page 2

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White, recently the Pastor of South Boston’s St. Vincent de Paul Parish, snuck in a prayer for the Patriots this Sunday.

Ceremonials included a formation and presentation of the colors by the Boston Police Department’s Hon or Guard and the Pledge of Allegiance by JROTC cadets from the Boston Public Schools. The National Anthem was sung by Marchelle D. Jacques-Yarde, the Parks and Recreation Outreach Coordinator. Boston’s Poet Laureate Danielle Legros Georges recited a thought-provoking meditation on Dr. Martin Luther King, connecting that poetically to her description of Boston as “a beloved City”. To close the first half of the program, the Spirituals Ensemble from the Boston Arts Academy sang a haunting spiritual.

Mayor Walsh then entered stage left. He first thanked Mary his mother, his family, and the many officials he has worked with during his first term. In this article, we haven’t room to list all the points he made.

However, he quite properly mentioned the generally strong economy and job

situation. This included Boston’s leadership in high-tech, education, and finance. He claimed significant progress in making Boston “a City for everyone”, mentioning affordable housing and continuing efforts to reduce violence and eliminate homicides entirely.

A point of pride was the agreement to lengthen time spent in the public school classrooms.

Upgrading and modernizing South Boston’s many subsidized living units was a specific proposal that affects us.

It was a magical, exactly-run program: 30 minutes for the preliminaries, 30 minutes for the Mayor’s address. Mayor Walsh and the staff who organized the event are to be complimented.

Walsh himself received well-deserved standing ovations as he entered and at the end of his speech. He had to raise his voice at its conclusion, as the crowd jumped to its feet with a roar of applause.

South Boston Online will analyze the substance of what the Mayor said, and prepare an editorial on that for a future issue. This article is intended to report on the event only, as impressive as it was. While it could not be fit into his remarks

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on Tuesday evening, we are concerned about the costs and sources of future funds for many of his proposals. As examples, his education proposals about schooling for all at age four (4) could cost upwards of $50 million ($50,000,000) a year.

And eliminating tuition at community colleges

doesn’t deal with the nameplate cost of books ($2,100) and “other fees” ($3,000).

More to follow on the Mayor’s “State of the City” address, but it was definitely a remarkable event.

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Friendship Party for George Connolly and His Family A Friendship Party for George Connolly and his family is planned a month from now: Friday evening, February 17, at 7 p.m. until … in Florian Hall.

Raffles, great entertainment, and above all – good friendship. Tickets available locally (see ad below) or at the door.

George is currently undergoing an aggressive program of treatment and therapy for throat cancer,

by Rick Winterson Barbara Caputo Kelly There is hardly a local event or fundraiser you can think of where you haven’t come across a crowd gathered around a sharp dressed, welcoming figure whose distinct voice is firing off jokes and puns, keeping those within earshot doubled over and the mood happy and relaxed. George’s quick wit and humor can only be matched by his generosity. George has always been a giver. George has given us all the gift of laughter, amongst other things, let’s return the favor with our gift of friendship on February 17th.

George Connolly was born and grew up in South Boston, as did his wife Tracy (Hayes) Connolly.

His parents: William (Lefty) Connolly and his mom Alice (Alla) Ryan had four other children.

George moved to Dorchester 10 years ago. George is a hard worker; he passed that virtue on to his family. He himself has worked two jobs for many years in order to

provide for his family – working for Amtrak as a Conducter for 20 years, and evenings at The Whiskey Priest for the last six years.

And you well know what it means to “provide” these days. There are all of the usual expenses. Add to that costs like modern-day medical expenses.

George and Tracy’s children, Maddie and Griffin, are both in college, at Syracuse and University of Arizona, respectively. And they’re great kids, too. Maddie is a bundle of energy. She has worked at the L as a Camp Counselor for years, and spent three summers in the Blue Hills Bank Pavilion working on their summer concerts. Griffin was a food runner at South Boston’s Lincoln, as well holding down a Parks & Recreation job at Nantasket Beach.

They are both active in Greek letter societies at their colleges.

But unfortunately, fate has a way of intervening. You see, George has been diagnosed with throat cancer. He is in his seventh week of intensive chemotherapy and radiation treatment. And there are further complications. He had to have his tonsils removed, and since he is a diabetic, George has had a feeding tube inserted into his stomach to control his diet.

But there’s always friendship. We mentioned that Friday, February 17, will be quite an evening with great entertainment. Both this writer’s favorite disc jockey – Dru Errico – and his favorite cover band – Thomas Park – will be there and lots of great raffles

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Norman Crump Opens Downtown Studio

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Linehan, Forry and Collins Deliver Real Estate Tax Deferral for Homeowners Collaboration between city and state officials provides tax relief for long time homeowners

Norm Crump, the landscape oil painting laureate of South Boston, is shown in his own gallery/studio that he opened last year on Tremont Street. You can glimpse a few of his works through the door. Stop by and say “hello” to Norm. His studio is convenient to either Park Street or Government Center Stations. It’s in one of the street-level entrances to the 120-yearoldTremont Temple at 88 Tremont Street. You may contact Norm at 617330-1133.

Last week, Governor Baker signed into law a bill that grants property tax relief to homeowners throughout Boston. The petition was presented by City Councilor Bill Linehan and was approved by the City Council, then carried through the state legislative process by State Senator Linda Dorcena-Forry and State Representative Nick Collins.

The law establishes property tax deferrals for long-term residents over the age of 55 who meet certain income requirements.

This deferral allows long-time residents to stay in their homes despite the burden of rising property taxes, deferring payments on their property tax until the sale of the property.

“Thanks to our friends in the Legislature for adopting this petition and passing it this session,” said Councilor Linehan. “Thank you to Governor

Baker and Mayor Walsh for their support so that long time home owners with fixed incomes have an option to stay in their homes for as long as they wish.”

“While the real estate industry in Boston is booming, many long-time residents are suffering with higher real estate taxes,” said Senator Linda Dorcena Forry. “This tax deferral will allow Bostonians to remain in their homes and cherished communities that make our city so vibrant,” concluded Sen. Forry.

“There are many residents of our city who are on a fixed income and are struggling to keep up with rising housing costs,” said Rep. Collins. “This new law provides much need relief to long-term homeowners so that they can live comfortably in their beloved homes and contribute to the fabric of our neighborhoods.”

The real estate tax deferral program will be administered by the City of Boston with documents from the deferral recorded at the Registry of Deeds.

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Mayor Walsh, Boston Fire Department Commissioner Finn Dedicate Five New Ladder Trucks Nearly 50 percent of Boston’s ladder trucks have been replaced within a year Mayor Walsh, Commissioner Finn at Ladder 4 in Roxbury.

Saturday, January 14, 2017 - Mayor Martin J. Walsh and Boston Fire Commissioner Joseph E. Finn today unveiled the latest additions to the Boston Fire Department’s (BFD) fleet at a dedication ceremony at the Engine 14 and Ladder 4 firehouse in Dudley Square, Roxbury. Five new Emergency One 100 Foot Rear Mount Metro Ladders were officially put into service at a ceremony that also included a blessing of the fleet by Assistant Chaplain Rev. Carl Thompson.

These new ladders show the City of Boston’s commitment not just to public safety, but to firefighters’ profession,” said Mayor Walsh. “Often residents don’t think of firefighters until there’s a tragedy -- but protecting

our city is what first responders do every day. These new ladders will help ensure the security of our entire City, and represent a major investment in Boston’s public safety capabilities.”

These ladders join four previously delivered ladders, completing the delivery of nine new ladder trucks for the BFD. With nine out of 20 ladders replaced, almost 50 percent of Boston’s ladder trucks have been replaced within one year.

The five new trucks will be

assigned to: Ladder 4 to Roxbury, Ladder 17 to the South End, Ladder 18 to South Boston, Ladder 21 to East Boston and Ladder 29 to Mattapan.

The four earlier ladders were Ladder 7 to Dorchester, Ladder 11 to Brighton, Ladder 19 to South Boston and Ladder 25 to West Roxbury. The total capital cost of these nine ladders was a $6.9 million investment.

“My thanks to Mayor Walsh for his continued support of the Boston Fire Department,” said

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Commissioner Finn. “These new ladders will allow our firefighters to respond safely and quickly to incidents. Great thought went into their design and maneuverability to meet the challenges of a city like Boston: these ladders have a smaller wheelbase to increase their turning capability; they have a shorter jacking system to decrease the time needed to raise the aerial ladder; and they are much lighter and have vastly improved vision systems to assist the driver.”

In addition to these nine new ladder trucks, the Boston Fire Department will be ordering 23 new engines, and training 50 new recruits at the Boston Fire Academy, all of whom are veterans. Boston is continuing its investment in public safety through the construction of a new Engine 42 Fire Station in Egleston Square, one of two new firehouses built in Boston in the last 30 years.

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Teaching Propels South Boston Catholic Academy to New Heights

Submitted by: Jamie Brown South Boston Catholic Academy is an urban elementary school serving 300 students, Preschool to Grade 6, from South Boston, the Seaport District and surrounding communities. Our mission, inspired by our Catholic faith, serves to develop well rounded students through an environment that is both stimulating and supportive.

At the center of South Boston Catholic Academy’s work is a commitment to student learning and high achievement. Our extensive curriculum begins in our Early Childhood Program (Preschool and K1), which is a part of the highly regarded Lynch Foundation Early Childhood Project. Teachers create an environment that nurtures the social and emotional wellbeing of all students in order for effective learning to take place. Through the engaging curriculum, children play in order to achieve high learning goals. The OWL program, “Opening the World of Learning,” is a comprehensive, integrated curriculum that helps students develop language and early literacy skills. In addition to helping children grow in all content areas, OWL helps them to build personal and social skills. This rewarding curriculum is enriched by fun, hands-on activities. Additionally, teachers receive scholarships to complete their Master’s in Early Childhood education.

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tive, through Lesley College, provides our early elementary teachers explicit coaching around literacy in the classroom to ensure that all of our students are given extensive early exposure to reading and writing. In addition, SBCA also offers a Reading Recovery program for early readers who need effective one to one intervention.

Unique to SBCA are structures to support student learning outside the classroom. Our “Exceptional Learners” program supports our students who require extra support in their learning through push in and pull out programs. Additionally, the program seeks to work with the students who are high achievers to extend their learning beyond the classroom. With a critical eye on all students’ achievement, this program truly seeks to support all of our students in their growth and learning.

A solid curriculum with extensive support is simply our foundation. Learning is enhanced in an innovative way through technology in all classrooms. Beyond the interactive whiteboards, laptops and iPads that enhance daily lessons, SBCA has leveraged the use of technology to help our students achieve across all subject areas. A recent STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering & Mathematics) initiative in classrooms has pushed our students to think critically about these intertwined disciplines and look critically at their real world application. Most recently, our 5th graders used iPads to

engage in a STEM program where they looked critically at the game of hockey. The “Future Goals: Hockey Scholar” program enabled our students to explore topics including the geometric design of an ice rink, conservation of energy in falling pucks, and speed and velocity using skates.

Our Arts program, directed by local Artist Deb Putnam, has also been bolstered by the use of technology, showing our students that art is much more than paint and brushes. A recent grant from the South Boston Community Development Foundation funded our Art room with 10 mini iPads which our 6th grade students are currently using for an animation project. The project, “When I think of South Boston…” is a series of shorts created with iMotion using a cut paper animation technique. Students in the art room have additionally worked with stop action animation as well as experimented with a green screen as backdrops.

Our rigorous, core academic subjects and technology are supplemented by fine arts, technology, physical education, Latin & Greek word study, and a newly established Spanish curriculum in grades 1-6. Furthermore, partnerships with Emmanuel College, Lesley University, Boston College, The Museum of Science and The Lynch Foundation continue to serve as essential resources to provide the Academy with additional enhancements to our curriculum.

Beyond the school day, our students engage in further learning and are active members of their community. Our students are active participants in many clubs, sports, and community service organizations. Notably, many students at our school participate in BOKS, a before school exercise program with

proven results to improve student concentration and focus throughout the school day. Our gym was enhanced this year with the addition of state of the art wall padding and radiator covers to ensure safety for all athletes. These improvements were made possible through a grant from the South Boston Community Development Foundation. After school, most students join one of our several clubs or teams, including Basketball, Student Council, Community Service Club, and Choir. Students in need of extra help receive after school tutoring during our homework club.

SBCA’s commitment to preparing its students for future success is highlighted by our Grade 6 students acceptance into prestigious middle schools in the Boston area. Recent acceptances include: Boston Latin School, Boston Latin Academy, John D. O’Bryant School, Boston College High School-Arrupe Division, Catholic Memorial, Dexter, Mount Alvernia School, Newton Country Day School of the Sacred Heart, St. Sebastian’s School, Southfield, Thayer Academy, Ursuline Academy, and Xaverian Brothers High School.

We offer on-site before and after school programs as well as creative summer enrichment camps and highly regarded test preparation programs.

We invite you to contact us for more information, schedule a tour and see what makes South Boston Catholic Academy such a special school.

Join us for our Open House on Wednesday, February 1 st from 9:00-1:00 or by appointment. Phone: 617-268-2326 - visit us online: www.sbcatholicacademy.org or contact Barbara Keohane, Director of Business and Communications at b.keohane@ s b c a t h o l i c a c a d e m y. o r g.

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South Boston Catholic Academy News The students in K2 at South Boston Catholic Academy have been learning about the great leader, Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. as a part of their social studies unit. We learned that Dr. King helped change many laws from the past which were unfair to people of color. We listened to stories both on our Apple TV and read aloud by the teacher on MLK’s contributions to peace. The children made a mini Peace book on Dr. King’s teachings. Most importantly, the children learned that we should love one another rather than hate.

South Boston Catholic Academy is an academically rigorous, supportive Catholic Elementary School Accredited by the New England Association of Schools and Colleges (NEAS&C). Inspired by the traditions of our Catholic Faith, Family Spirit, and Academic Excellence, we are committed to

meet the spiritual, academic, physical, and social needs of individual students within a learning environment that is both stimulating and supportive. South Boston Catholic Academy (www.SBCatholicAcademy.org) is currently accepting applications for all classes PreKGrade 6. We have Before School and After School Programs available and have small class size; high acceptance rate to Parochial, Private and Boston Exam Schools. Please contact; Mrs. Barbara Keohane with any questions or for a tour of the School at b.keohane@sbcatholicacademy.org or phone 617268-2326 for more information.

All families are welcome to come to South Boston Catholic Academy on East Broadway to visit our school at our Open House on Wednesday, February 1, 2017 from 9AM to 1PM.

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Janet from Sip Dip and Dabble came to the Compass on the Bay community to help our residents explore their artistic talents! Painting has so many therapeutic benefits, enhances quality of life and nurtures overall well-being. It can reduce depression and anxiety. Other research demonstrates that the imagination and creativity of older adults can flourish in later life, helping them to realize unique, unlived potentials, even when suffering from Alzheimer’s or Parkinson’s disease.

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A Scale Model of Central Boston

by Rick Winterson The Boston Planning & Development Agency (the BPDA, recently rechristened from the BRA, the Boston Redevelopment Authority) has a scale model of the Central Boston area in a public exhibition room in the BPDA offices on the ninth floor of City Hall. The model, which is both eye-catching and highly accurate, is now open for public tours at certain times during normal working hours. It’s an interesting take for a wide range of groups and organizations – ranging from school classes of any age to civic agencies of all kinds.

This reporter was guided around the model by Gina

wood using a scale of one inch equals 40 feet (1” = 40’), and it is kept up-to-date by BPDA staff. The entire model covers several hundred square feet inside the BPDA’s Model Room 941A . And did you know that “Basswood” is another name for “Linden”, which is a tree indigenous to South Boston?

Linden wood carves easily and takes a smooth finish.

The Central Boston model, looking eastward across the Public Garden and the Common towards the Harbor.

Physic, Digital Media Specialist, and Ted Schwartzberg, Senior Planner. The neighborhoods the model depicts include Downtown, Beacon Hill, the

Common/Public Garden, the South End, the Financial District, Charlestown, and the South Boston Waterfront. It is carefully crafted from bass-

Viewing tours of the model are to be held every Tuesday from 10 till 12 noon. Each tour takes approximately 30 minutes. Reservations (required) can be made by signing up at bit.ly@bpda-model. Student groups, international visitors, and the like can request tours outside the Tuesday times.

The Central Boston model looking westward from the Harbor, along Long Wharf (the thin wharf, lower center) to the Old State House and City Hall.

The South Boston Waterfront’s northeast corner. The Moakley Courthouse is in front; Seaport Square is shown as it’s ultimately planned; the Convention Center is at the top rear.

South Boston’s 2529 – South Boston’s Industrial Zone, a.k.a. the Hon. Raymond L. Flynn Marine Park, with the Design Center and the Black Falcon Terminal at the lower left. Industrial Zone, a.k.a. the Hon. Raymond L. Flynn Marine Park, with the Design Center and the Black Falcon Terminal at the lower left.

A view of the Waterfront looking down A Street, across South Boston’s Fort Point neighborhood. The Convention Center and D Street Park is middle upper right.

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City of Boston Credit Union Celebrates New Member Campaign with Kevin Chapman Recently City of Boston Credit Union kicked off a new advertising campaign featuring actual members as the talent.

The members and their families were invited to a screening party at the Hard Rock Café, Boston emceed by the Credit Union’s celebrity spokesperson, Kevin Chapman. Chapman, originally from Dorchester and a member of the Credit Union for over 20 years, recounted his personal beliefs in the Credit Union and why it is important to him to remain a member even when his acting career takes him to far off locations, sometimes for long periods of time.

Each of the four members: Randy Brinson, Warren Chase, Mike Keough and Paul Lyons were seeing themselves as stars in their individual television spots for the first time. The spots are a spin off of a current Credit Union brand campaign,

which features upbeat Celtic rock music and highlights the neighborhoods and people of Boston.

The new member spots highlight different Credit Union loan products, which include education, vacation, home improvement and auto loans. “When developing the theme for this new campaign we felt what better way to highlight the Credit Union than with the

people we serve everyday, our own members,” stated Credit Union Director and Marketing Committee Chair, Tom Tinlin.

The new spots will air on many stations and will also be utilized for digital and social media campaigns, as well as, be converted for radio commercial spots.

City of Boston Credit Union is one of the oldest credit unions in the country, estab-

lished in 1915. Individuals that live or work in Norfolk or Suffolk Counties, as well as, City of Boston and Commonwealth of Massachusetts employees, can choose City of Boston Credit Union for all their financial needs. For more information about City of Boston Credit Union visit cityofbostoncu. com or call 617-635-4545.

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Gatey Defeats Saint Ann’s game and was hitting shots from everywhere on the court.

The teams exchanged baskets during the first ten minutes of the game, and with 10:37 left on the game clock in the first half, it was knotted at 10-10 apiece. The teams continued to run and gun and when the buzzer sounded for intermission, Saint Ann’s of Dorchester had a 27-23 advantage. In the second half, O’Neill took over control of the game. Gatey surged ahead, 45-31, and never looked back.

For Gatey, Danny O’Neill scored 36 points, including eight three-pointers. Ben O’Brien had six points. Brendan Toland contributed five points, while Jake Donovan and Brendan Brock had a deuce apiece. For Saint Ann’s, Jordan Russell scored seven points while Kevin McCarthy and Emmett Smith each scored six points. Sean Murphy, Mike Doyle, Will Tran and Joe Doyle all finished with five points apiece.

Gate of Heaven player Danny O’Neill is pictured relaxing at the Walsh Center gym after his 36-point Isaiah Thomas-like performance against Saint Ann’s.

Danny O’Neill nets 36 points in win against Dorchester foe

By Kevin Devlin On Saturday, January 14, at the Walsh Center gym, the

Gate of Heaven CYO boys’ intermediate basketball team defeated crosstown rival, Saint Ann’s of Dorchester, 51-41.

Gate of Heaven sharpshooter Danny O’Neill was SBOL’s MVP. He had a sensational

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Southie’s Mayor’s Cup Champions Michael “Noon-Dog” Noonan.

In the Squirt C game, Southie squared off against Parkway and won in an overtime shootout, 5-4. According to Coach Bobby McGarrell, Keith Splaine, who scored the winning goal in the shootout, was the Finals’ MVP. Bobby Alexander and Jimmy Holmes are the assistant coaches. The players are: Patrick Brunner, Rocco Blasi, Logan LeBreck, Colin Holmes, Colin Macquade. Dmitri Markos, Logan Ciulla, Kate Greene, Sammy Flood, Ryan McGarrell, Keith Splaine, and Joe Diblasi.

Nolan Callow, the Finals’ MVP scored four goals

Three teams win coveted cup

By Kevin Devlin On Sunday, January 15, at the Silvio O. Conte Forum on the Boston College campus, the Bantam A, Squirt C and the Pee Wee B teams from the South Boston Youth Hockey League, played in the Finals of the Mayor’s Cup, and returned home with the coveted championship trophies.

The Pee Wee B team played Malden/East Boston in the championship game. Trailing 3-0, Southie fought back and won 5-3. Eddie Tirabassi, Alex Fucile, and John Gilmartin scored one goal apiece.

Jerry O’Neil scored two goals, including the winning one.

According to Coach Joe Burke, Southie’s defense came alive to force their foe into committing costly mistakes while Aiden Fitzgerald and Terry Markos were outstanding in net. Coach Burke was assisted on the bench by his erudite hockey lieutenants, Tommy Casper and Bobby Picard. The players are: James Curry, Aiden Fitzgerald, Stephen Flynn, Alexander Fucile, Henry Gailunas, John Gilmartin, Ryan Goodine, Kyne Finbar, Mae Lafferty, Terry Markos, Sonny McColgan, Jerry O’Neil and

The Squirt C team also captured the District Championship, the following day, Monday, January 16, at the DCR Murphy Memorial Rink in South Boston. The local squad pummeled Charlestown 14-2 and will play in the state championships to be held on March 3-5.

kids. Hockey is a great sport which has a proud history in South Boston. Through youth hockey our kids are learning the value of hard work, perseverance and teamwork which will help them later in life.”

Bantam A Champions

The Bantam A team defeated Parkway 6-3 to capture the gold at Conte Forum. Coach McGarrell was assisted on the bench by Chris Crowley. Nolan Callow, the Finals’ MVP scored four goals and Timmy Donovan scored two. Sean Hartford was solid in net. The players are: Jack Matthews, Adam Alto, Mike Walsh, Lydon McGarrell, Nolan Callow, Timmy Medico, Mick Crowley, Chris Conroy, Sean O’Brien, Brian Miller, Niall Ryan, Timmy Donovan, Kyle Lynch, and Sean Hartford.

Lifelong resident Ed Flynn really enjoys watching his boy Stephen play for the Pee Wee B squad and appreciates all that the coaches and parents do for the kids in the youth hockey program.

Squirt C Champions

“South Boston is lucky to have so many coaches and parents who are determined to give our young people the best opportunities they can,” he said. “The parents and coaches are the real unsung heroes of our neighborhood. They give so much of themselves to the Pee Wee B Champions

(A sincere thanks to Coach Burke and Coach McGarrell for their invaluable assistance in the completion of this article.)

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Introducing Brielle Jean

By Kevin Devlin

she’s back home with her mom in Haiti. At the Joseph M. Tierney Learning Center, she enjoys listening to music, drinking hot cocoa, doing her homework and being a positive role model for the younger members. Brielle likes the friendly atmosphere at the center.

She’s a sharp, young girl who is having a blast growing up in South Boston. Her name is Brielle Jean.

Brielle, 11, is the daughter of Bernadette Jean. She has a younger brother named Rayden and a white Labradoodle named Chloe. Brielle attends the Michael J. Perkins School in South Boston.

Focused on providing an incredible learning experience for their students, the school’s mission is to “educate, empower, and elevate each young person to excellence as learners and global citizens.”

She is doing well in school, enjoys reading class, and someday plans on being a doctor so she can help people. Her favorite color is turquoise and her favorite food is Brussels sprouts. Her favorite entertainers are Ariana Grande, an American singer and actress, and Design, a British vocal group from the seventies. And her favorite professional athletes are NBA

“No matter what color you are or what language you speak,” she said. “You feel that you’re accepted there.”

Lennie Naughton, the pre-teen director at the Tierney Center, finds Brielle’s energy refreshing.

stars, Dwayne Wade, Stephen Curry, and the king, Lebron James.

During her leisure time, Brielle likes to bake and cook. She likes to play PlayStation3 video games.

She enjoys watching “Nick Junior” shows on TV every day. She enjoys hanging out with friends and also “sticking up” for them whenever

Public Meeting

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PROJECT PROPONENT: Transcend, LLC PROJECT DESCRIPTION: Transcend, LLC proposes to construct a five-story, residential development totaling approximately 26,548 square feet. The proposed project will have sixteen (16) condominium units including two (2) IDP Units. In addition, the development will have at-grade, garage parking for up to seventeen (17) spaces.

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necessary. Brielle’s currently reading the book “Loser” in school, a book written by Jerry Spinelli, which focuses on life lessons to be learned. Outside of school, she’s reading one of the “Ranger in Time” books written by Kate Messner and Kelley McMorris.

“Reading is soothing,” she said. “It calms me down.

When I read, even if I’m in a room with noisy people it’s like they’re not even there.”

In the world of athletics, Brielle likes playing touch football, basketball and volleyball at school. She also loves to bowl and play soccer, especially when

‘It’s a pleasure having Brielle in the pre-teen group!” she said.

“She brings a lot of energy into the room, always has new ideas, and finds ways to practice being a leader. I’m so excited to see her grow and help the group grow as well.”

If Brielle was our chief executive on Pennsylvania Avenue, she said that she’d have “real food in schools not microwave food. Have more recreational places for people to go to. Build more supermarkets near housing areas. Have more after school programs and more colleges. Plant more trees and flowers. Help animals like stray cats and dogs find homes. And tell people, who kill animals like sharks and elephants, to stop do it.”

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By Kevin Devlin

Meet Jasen Bonner

Jasen is an Honor Roll caliber student, his favorite subject is computer technology, and someday he plans on being a technology specialist. His favorite colors are green, red, gold, and silver. His favorite food is shrimp. His favorite TV show is “Mech-x4” on the Disney Channel. The show centers around a boy who awakens to discover he can control technology with his mind then forms a team of friends to fight against evil in the hopes of ultimately saving the world. His favorite entertainer, Jason Joel Desrou-

“Ever since Jasen turned eleven and joined the pre-teen age group,” Naugton stated.

“It’s been wonderful having him in the room. From his voice of reason to his interest in technology, along with his sense of humor, he definitely adds a lot to the group and I’m excited to what the rest of the year holds.”

leaux, known professionally as Jason Derulo, is an American singer, songwriter, and dancer.

In his leisure time, Jasen enjoys playing computer video games on Wii. He likes watching TV with his family and hanging out with friends. He also enjoys reading. In school, he’s reading “Loser”-a young adult book published in 2002 and written by Jerry Spinelli. The life lesson of this work is about human rudeness, the importance of failure and how any name can be replaced with the word hero. Outside of school, he loves reading “Missile Mouse” comic books created by Jake Parker.

In the sports, arena, Jasen

SB Tree Removal Hearing In accordance with Massachusetts General Laws Chapter 87, the Boston Parks and Recreation Department will hold a public hearing on Thursday, February 2, at 11 a.m. on a request to remove one public shade tree at 586 East Third Street in South Boston.

The hearing will be held by the City of Boston’s Tree Warden (or designee) in the 3rd floor Conference Room of the Boston Parks and Recreation Department at 1010 Massachusetts Avenue, Roxbury.

The request is for the removal of one Norway maple tree measuring 13 inches dbh (diameter at breast height)

problems, then we know what to do, how to get things done.”

Feelings are certainly mutual as far as Director Naughton sees it.

He’s a shy, young boy who is enjoying life to the fullest. His name is Jasen Bonner Jasen, 11, is the son Jasen Bonner-Minus and Christina Schaff.

He has two brothers, Travis and Tre, and a sister named Gloria.

Jason is a fifth-grader and attends the Michael J. Perkins Elementary School which is located in South Boston. Hoping to bring an “unparalleled learning experience” to broaden their student’s thinking, creativity and passion, the school’s mission is to “educate, empower, and elevate each young person to excellence as learners and global citizens.”

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due to a proposed curb cut at 586 East Third Street.

Public testimony will be taken at the hearing, or may be provided prior to the hearing in writing to the Tree Warden, Boston Parks and Recreation Department, 1010 Massachusetts Avenue, 3rd floor, Boston, MA 02118 or by emailing parks@boston. gov with “South Boston Tree Hearing” in the subject line.

A final decision regarding the request will be made within two weeks of the hearing.

For further information, please contact the Tree Warden at (617) 635-7275.

plays baseball, floor hockey, flag football, tennis, and dodgeball. At the Joseph M. Tierney Learning Center, he likes spending quality time in the art, preteen, recreation, homework and technology rooms. His favorite staff person is Lennie Naughton, the pre-teen room director.

“She’s the best,” he said, enthusiastically. “She does a lot of fun stuff with us. She explains a lot that’s helpful, like our homework

If Jasen was the President of the United States, he said he’d, “stop people from shipping guns to other states and get rid of the black market that sells these guns.

Then people could live better, healthier lives.” He also said he would make sure all schools have cafeterias where they have “healthy snacks” for the students and if any worldly disasters arose, such as flooding or earthquakes, he’d make sure there would be plenty of “safe shelters” were all people could go and stay safe.

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THURSDAY, JANUARY 19, 2017

Youth Ambassador Spring Semester Meetings Begin!

Compass on the Bay Events

The South Boston Community Health Center is pleased to announce that Youth Ambassadors Program meetings for the spring semester will begin Tuesday January 17, 2017 @ 5:30 p.m.!

Youth ages 12 and older are encouraged to attend the meetings to learn more about participating in community service projects, health related trainings and art based activities that engage youth in the life of the SB community.

Applications to become a new Youth Ambassador are being accepted for two weeks, at the January 17th and 24th meetings.

The Youth Ambassador meetings will be held every Tuesday January – spring 2017. This year Youth Ambassadors will be involved in a wide variety of activities and trainings to promote a healthier and more fulfilling life.

Meetings are held every Tuesday evening from 5:30 – 7:00 p.m. The location of the meetings is the South Boston Community Health Center, Dental and Eye Care building – 386 West Broadway 2nd floor.

If you would like more information about the Youth Ambassador program please contact Mayra Rodriguez-Howard (617) 464-7423 or Linda Doran (617) 464-7463, at the South Boston Community Health Center.

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Free Yoga Class at Compass on the Bay January 13, 20, & 27 2017, 10:00 am at 1380 Columbia Road, South Boston. Yoga with Diane is offered on these Fridays in January! We welcome you to join us for this complimentary class.

Ted Travis Entertains at Compass on the Bay January 16, 2017, 2:00 pm at 1380 Columbia Road, South Boston. Join us for entertainment by Ted Travis!

Chinese Cultural Celebration at Compass on the Bay Please join us January 31, 2017 for our monthly “Grab Your Passport” day, which will feature a Chinese-themed lunch at 11:30 am and a traditional Chinese music performance at 1:30 pm.

NOTICE OF PUBLIC MEETING ON SITE CLEAN-UP ACTIVITIES On-Terminal Areas 900 East First Street, South Boston MassDEP RTN 3-00257 Former Owner: Coastal Oil of New England (CONE) Current Owner: Massachusetts Port Authority (Massport) Tuesday January 24, 2017 As part of the Public Involvement Process for the site at 900 East First Street, Massport will host a public information meeting about the remediation and assessment activities for this site. The site is tracked by the Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection (MassDEP) under Release Tracking Number (RTN) 3-00257. The purpose of this meeting is to provide information on the continued cleanup of the site pursuant to the Massachusetts Contingency Plan (MCP).

The meeting will be held in the Senior Lunch Room of the Curley Community Center located at 1663 Columbia Road, South Boston, on Tuesday, January 24, 2017 at 7:00 PM. Please use the M Street entrance.

Copies of the assessment and remediation documents are available for review at the South Boston Public Library and MassDEP, Northeast Regional Office, 205B Lowell Street, Wilmington, MA 01876 or on-line at http://public.dep.state.ma.us/wsc_viewer/.

Interested parties may also submit written questions or concerns to James Stolecki at Massport’s Environmental Management Unit Office, One Harborside Drive, East Boston, MA 02128 or by e-mail at jstolecki@massport.com.

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