South Boston Today March 2 2023

When asked, many veteran observers of the machinations of Boston City Hall point out that, as one of them said, “The reality is Boston is simultaneously on the edge of a host of issues that one way or another could change the course of its growth - good, bad

The Preparations For St. Patrick/ Evacuation Day Are Ongoing

The Volunteers Deserve Very Special Praise

South Boston would not be the same community; whether past or current if not for so many dedicated volunteers willing to put their lives almost on hold as they work long and hard to prepare for all the upcoming St. Patrick’s Day/ Evacuation Day events. The task is daunting and requires patience, skill and sometimes the ability to go without sleep. We have heard from many people that they will be leaving town the day of the parade to avoid the massive crowds, traffic, noise and commotion. It’s understandable. But for those residents who remain, this year’s parade looks like it could be one of the best ever. And for those who do leave, there is a long list of other festive events to enjoy before parade day.

Much credit should be given to Susan McDonough, who is Commander of the South Boston Allied War Veteran’s Council and her

dedicated members and fellow veterans and to Tom McGrath, President of the South Boston Citizens Association and all the great members from that excellent and oldest neighborhood civic group. And again, it’s important to remember that all of them are volunteers.

The members of these two amazing organizations are appreciated for their willingness to put in so much time, effort and hard work to make sure that all the events go off as planned and on time and with military like precision.

And there are other local agencies and individuals around town, as well as some of our local businesses and sponsors that deserve that very special praise too. None of it is easy; the preparations are time consuming and, in some cases, can truly be classified as immense undertakings.

The fact of the matter is, if South Boston didn’t have so many dedicated people willing

to lend a hand to make our neighborhood’s biggest season such a rousing success, there would be no celebration at all, or at least nowhere near on the size and scale as we’ve all come to expect. Tradition is very important in Southie; it has always been and maintaining our traditions, especially for future generations to enjoy, is a priority.

There will be entertainment and the opportunity to take part in a long list of events for everyone of every age. Whether you attend the banquets, the dinners, the big St. Patrick’s Day breakfast hosted by Senator Nick Collins, the many sporting events, the shows, the concerts and the parade itself, why not take a minute to approach some of the many volunteers and thank them for their hard work, maybe flash them a big thumbs up sign and let them know in whatever way you choose how much their efforts are appreciated.

Tuesdays During Lent

The Holy Rosary - Tuesday Evenings at 6:30PM at Gate of Heaven Church

Wednesdays During Lent

6:30PM - 7:30PM

PRAYER, REFLECTION, ADORATION, & CONFESSION

6:30PM Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament

6:40PM – 7:00PM Spiritual Talk

7:00 – 7:30PM Confessions & Adoration

Wednesday, March 1st – Saint Brigid Church Presenter: Fr. Robert Casey

Wednesday, March 8th – Gate of Heaven Church Presenter: Fr. Christopher Boyle

Wednesday, March 15th – St. Brigid Church Presenter: Msgr. Liam Bergin

Wednesday, March 22nd – Gate of Heaven Church Presenter: Deacon Tucker Redding, SJ

Wednesday, March 29th – St. Brigid Church Presenter: Sister Maureen Casey, SND

Wednesday, April 5th – Gate of Heaven Church Presenter: Rev. Michael Steele

This Evening (April 5th) will include our Holy Week Reconciliation Service

There will be 4 Priests for Individual Confessions Fridays During Lent Stations of the Cross

Every Friday during Lent 3:00PM at Gate of Heaven Church Daily Mass

Gate of Heaven Church: Monday through Friday at 9AM St. Brigid Church: Monday through Friday at 7AM

“I don’t believe in quotas. America was founded on a philosophy of individual rights, not group rights” - U.S. Supreme Court Justice Clarence Thomas

Did The ‘Conspiracy Theorists’ Have It Right All Along?

This edition’s ‘weekly quote, always found on page 2 reads as follows: “The road to fascism is lined with people telling you to stop overreacting”. The quote is attributed to Senator Rand Paul (R. Kentucky) and is timely in regard to the latest revelation of what the WHO (World Health Organization) AND the United States Government has put the American public through and people in so many other countries during the last 2 plus years.

Senator Rand Paul, many Conservative members of congress and former President Donald Trump, were criticized and attacked nonstop when they boldly and candidly stated that the Covid 19 virus was developed and leaked from a laboratory in Wuhan, China. They were called racists and haters for daring to make such accusations, even though the evidence was clear to any official that had the means, time, resources and will to investigate the obvious chain of events. Those who knew about it were divided into two groups: Those who spoke out loudly about it and exposed it with facts, research and truth and those who also knew about it but used their power to discredit the information and the ‘dime droppers’ in an effort to hide the truth from the world’s population.

The deniers would put out ludicrous stories that the pandemic was caused by a bat, a wet market in a Chinese business district or any number and types of animals. Doctor Fauci would appear on TV 24/7 and not only deny the virus came from the Chinese Government laboratory, but also attack those exposing the truth tellers as ‘conspiracy theorists’ and agitators. And yes, of course, as racists too. No liberal is worth his or her salt if they don’t scream racism at least 5 times a day. And as the records show, while the world’s people were suffering under the most severe restrictions – Dr. Fauci and others working

with him were raking in money hand over fist. Fauci has become a multimillionaire through it all and probably explains why he worked so hard to keep the scare tactics and restrictions going for so long. It’s doubtful that Fauci wanted it to end – ever.

So, what’s the point or theme of this week’s column? The answer is, as I said, the new revelations released late last week. Now, all of a sudden, after 2 years of berating and threatening those, who early on stepped up and courageously called medical and government officials and scientist, and calling them liars and scammers, the Wall Street Journal, finally, after all this time, has come out and said in its report that yes- evidence now points to Covid being developed in AND leaked from the Wuhan Lab. And a report from the US Department of Energy (DOE) has concluded the same.

So after nearly 3 years of calling Trump a liar, as well as so many Conservative members of congress, medical experts who dared defy the status quo and Fauci’s flunkies and even Senator Rand Paul who is a medical expert himself, it turns out they weren’t the one’s lying after all. The people who have been manipulating Americans for so long are finding it increasingly difficult as the population’s eyes have been opened. The same people who crave power and want to control our lives while they rake in obscene amounts of money and fatten their wallets are the same people who hurl the term ‘Conspiracy theorists’ and racist at anyone who stands in their way. They do this to shut the opposition up, and to make them look evil and radical. But with the passing of time and more treachery being exposed every day, most if not all so-called conspiracy theories are proven not to be that at all. They are proven to be true.

These findings also bring into ques-

tion the hardships imposed on the American public and people in other countries. Governments forced churches and schools to close, businesses to go under, people were banned from visiting dying loved ones in hospitals and nursing homes, The effectiveness of masks was at the very least questionable. One shot of the vaccine, at first promised to be the cure all, turned into two shots, then three shots and who knows how many boosters to follow with absolutely no way of knowing in reality if they would work at all, cause serious conditions or even death and what possible dangerous or deadly future effects they might cause.

Those who refused to get the shot out of fear of possible danger were ostracized. Then it became those who didn’t get multiple shots were infecting those who did. None of which was based on fact. The attempt was to drive a wedge between people and cause distrust and fear. This is how things have worked over the years in fascist and Communist run countries. Thank God there are more than enough freedom loving Americans to stand up, draw that line in the sand and finally put a stop to it. This is what separates freedom loving Americans from the so easily duped populations is some other countries.

Window Into The State House

Window Into The

Gov. Maura Healey’s day of reckoning has arrived.

The Cambridge Democrat makes her big reveal on how she plans to deliver on campaign-trail promises during her first year in office when she files her first state budget on Wednesday. Healey is expected to start the day by laying out the details of her plan to provide free community college to Bay Staters over 25 who do not have college degrees, a source close to the administration told MASSterList. The governor and other administration officials are slated to “make a budget announcement related to workforce development” at Bunker Hill Community College at 9:30 a.m., according to her public schedule. She’s likely to lay out the details

of the “MassReconnect” program that was a major cornerstone of her campaign and which she teased in her inaugural address in January. The program is intended to make higher education more accessible to Massachusetts residents while simultaneously boosting the state’s skilled workforce.

Earlier this week, Healey unveiled a sweeping $742 million tax relief package — her first major step toward delivering on her goal to make Massachusetts more affordable. It provides savings for families, renters, seniors, farmers, commuters and more.

The full scope of the governor’s spending goals come into view today. She’s previously promised at least 1% of the state’s budget to environmental and energy agen -

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cies and investments in a so-called “green bank” to boost clean-energy projects and attract new businesses to the commonwealth. But the governor’s proposed budget is but the first step in a months-long annual process that will largely be driven by the Legislature.

House and Senate lawmakers have historically taken cues from the spending roadmap laid out by governors past, and Healey’s first budget as governor will serve as a beacon for how her policy initiatives will be greeted by the Democrat-led Legislature.

For Healey, it will also serve as a message that will begin to define her fledgling administration’s priorities.

Taxpayers still paying to keep the peace at Baker’s private home Bay Staters are still footing the bill for police details outside the home of former Gov. Charlie Baker almost two months after he left office. The Republican governor who opted out of seeking a third term left for a new job as president of the National Collegiate Athletic Association where he’s making about $3 million a year, but State Police are still working security outside his private home on the taxpayer’s dime, writes Christian Wade for The Salem News.

Keeping Bay Staters in state Healey defended a sweeping tax relief plan unveiled earlier this week during her first appearance with WBZ’s Dan Rea as a way to “give people reasons to stay here, to raise their families here, to settle here, to grow their businesses here.” Progressives within her own Democratic Party were quick to criticize handouts they see as being too favorable to business and higher-income residents.

Showdown for mayoral hopefuls in Salem

Five candidates vying to step in as the next mayor of Salem faced off on Tuesday over downtown development, public transportation… and

of course how to handle the spooky city’s Haunted Happenings events. The city’s longtime mayor, Kim Driscoll, stepped down earlier this year after being elected lieutenant governor, writes Dustin Luca of The Salem News. A special election is scheduled for May 16.

Where are they now: #Mapoli newsmakers on the move

Amid the changing of the guard from Republican Gov. Charlie Baker’s administration of yesteryear to Democratic Gov. Maura Healey’s new order have shaken up the who’s who in the world of Massachusetts politics. State House News maps out the new lay of land.

State slashes gas rates just in time for spring

State regulators have approved additional natural gas supply rate reductions that will deliver a cost savings of about 10% to customers beginning March 1 and lasting until May 1, writes Western Mass News. National Grid and Eversource Gas of Massachusetts previously lowered gas supply rates effective Feb. 1, 2023, and Dec. 1, 2022, respectively.

State eases requirements for top administrators amid shortage

State education leaders have approved a plan to grant provisional licenses to principals and vice principals, along with a slew of other changes aimed at helping public school districts ease a chronic shortage of administrators, writes Christian Wade of The Eagle Tribune.

Time’s up: State inspector tells BPS to crack down on late buses

The state inspector general’s office on Tuesday said it “remains extremely concerned” over a troubling trend of late school buses and urged Boston Public Schools to hold the third-party contractor responsible.

Revere’s Arrigo won’t seek reelection

Revere Mayor Brian Arrigo says he won’t seek a third term in office in November, opening up the corner office in the Bay State’s 20th largest city for the first time since 2019. The Globe’s Tonya Analez reports Arrigo plans to continue his public service career but for the time being to do so “outside of elected office.”

State House provides our readers a synopsis of important issues of interest, past and current, that are being proposed, debated or acted upon by the Massachusetts Legislature. Many issues that are not related to local city government services are acted upon and have a direct impact on daily life. They are tax policy, transportation infrastructure, judicial appointments, social services and health, as well as higher education. We will excerpt reports from the gavel-to-gavel coverage of House and Senate sessions by news sources focused on this important aspect of our lives. These sources include a look ahead at the coming week in state government and summaries and analyses of the past week, re-caps of a range of state government activity, as well as links to other news.

ST. PATRICK’S

DAY BREAKFAST HOSTED BY SEN. NICK COLLINS RETURNS TO THE IRONWORKERS HALL IN SOUTH BOSTON

Annual political roast marks first appearance from new Gov. Maura Healey; live coverage featured on Caught in Southie’s Instagram live and local broadcast and live stream on Boston Neighborhood Network and WROL Irish Radio

The annual St. Patrick’s Day Breakfast hosted by Sen. Nick Collins returns to the iconic Ironworkers Local 7 union hall in South Boston on Sunday, March 19, with Gov. Maura Healey making her debut as the state’s first

elected female governor.

“We are excited to have the Governor for the first time in her capacity. She’s got a great sense of humor and is very popular in town,” said Collins, who will emcee the annual political roast for his fourth time. “And

it is great to be back with our friends at the Ironworkers Local 7, who have welcomed us back with open arms!”

The breakfast will be held before a live audience from 9 a.m.-noon in the Ironworkers Local 7 union hall at 195 Old Colony Ave. in South Boston. Enjoy live behind-thescenes coverage and interviews on CaughtInSouthie’s Instagram.

The event will also be broadcast on live TV via Boston Neighborhood Network, which is available on Comcast, RCN and other providers in Boston. It will also air live on WROL Irish Radio 950 AM.

The breakfast annually features a who’s who of Boston politics,

including members of Congress, the governor and other state constitutional officers, the mayor of Boston, Irish dignitaries, members of the city council and more. Curragh’s Fancy will again provide music.

More details on this year’s show to come as speakers and guests are confirmed.

SEN. COLLINS APPOINTED CHAIR OF JOINT COMMITTEE ON STATE ADMINISTRATION AND REGULATORY OVERSIGHT

State Senator Nick Collins received his new committee assignments from Senate Leadership. In the 193rd Session of the Massachusetts General Court, he will Chair the Joint Committee on State Administration and Regulatory Oversight, as well as serving as vice-Chair on the Joint Committee on Community Development and Small Business.

The Joint Committee on State Administration and Regulatory Oversight

is tasked with considering all matters concerning competitive bidding on public contracts, public construction, open meeting laws, state regulations, state agencies, lobbyists’ reporting laws, and other related issues.

Additionally, the Senator will serve on the Senate Committee on Bills in Third Reading, Joint Committee on Bonding, Capital Expenditures, and State Assets, Joint Committee on Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery, and the Joint Committee

on Public Service.

“I would like to thank Senate President Karen Spilka for her leadership and her confidence in me this session,” said Senator Collins, “I am honored to take on the Chairmanship of the Joint Committee on State Administration and Regulatory Oversight, and I am excited to get to work ensuring transparency and accountability to guarantee that the government and its agencies are always working within the public’s interest.”

Council President Ed Flynn Attends 2023

Disabled American Veterans Conference

Over the last three days, Council President Ed Flynn attended the 2023 Disabled American Veterans (DAV) Mid-Winter Conference in Arlington, Virginia. Held annually, the DAV Conference draws veterans nationally to discuss the important issues and policies that impact the veteran community.

At this year’s conference, the DAV discussed six critical policy goals: rectifying inequities and providing parity in compensation benefits for veterans and survi -

vors; implementing the PACT Act relating to toxic-exposure benefits; ensuring equity in Veterans Administration care, including services and benefits for women, LGBTQ+ and minority veterans; providing a wide range of long-term care options for service-disabled and aging veterans; bolstering mental health resources to reduce veteran suicide; and expanding the VA’s capacity to deliver timely and high quality care to veterans.

“Attending the annual Dis -

abled American Veterans Conference is a great way to meet other veterans, learn about the issues that affect them, and advocate for better care and support for our veterans here in Boston and throughout the country.” said Council President Flynn. “Every year, I listen and bring back useful insights from the conference to my City and State colleagues so that we can better advocate and serve our local veterans. It is critical we continue supporting equitable

healthcare for our women veterans, improving mental health care and resources for our veterans, and ensuring those who have been exposed to military toxic substances while serving are provided the necessary disability and health care benefits.”

Note: At the conference, Council President Flynn also advocated support for honoring African American Veterans through a U.S. Commemorative Stamp Series, something the Boston City Council has expressed support for.

For more information, please contact Council President Flynn’s office at 617-635-3203 and Ed.Flynn@Boston.gov.

I Was Just Thinking…

biggest mansions available. Have their own chefs and personal trainers. Wear the nicest, most expensive clothes and attend chic events.

They’ve simply got it made.

The envy of all.

And to top it off, these gifted athletes and accomplished actors capitalize on their fame and add to their fortune by promoting products, maybe their brand, or another famous one, while appearing in television commercials, magazines, social media etc., making millions more.

The old cliché that “the rich get richer” is quite apropos in this instance.

to their mass appeal and popularity celebrity endorsements do lead to an increase in sales of a product. That is undeniable.

by Kevin Devlin

Professional athletes and movie stars in America, the land of opportunity, make a boatload of money. They either play a game or play make believe on the screen and rake in the dough. They make more money than they could spend in ten lifetimes. They have great, carefree lives. They are fortunate beyond our wildest dreams. They drive the best cars. Live in the

I understand it’s the American way. Free enterprise and all that.

But how much is enough?

I’d like to think people could care less if they watched and listened to Joe or Jane Six Pack in a commercial, in juxtaposition to a famous actor or athlete multimillionaire.

I’d also like to think it doesn’t persuade people to buy a certain product based on who endorses it. If they like it, they’ll buy it, if not, they won’t. Yet it does because due

Nevertheless, the constant bombardment of these personalities in commercials is outright irritating. Tom Brady and Steph Curry are great, but I don’t believe they eat Subway Sandwiches. I enjoyed watching Dwyane Wade play basketball for the Miami Heat, but I don’t want, don’t need to see him or his wife, Gabrielle Union, who is a wellknown, successful actress, drinking Gatorade on TV. I think Ben Stiller is a funny actor but can do without seeing him in Pepsi commercials.

Why?

Because they don’t need the money. They have enough already.

Tom Brady’s estimated worth is $250 million and over the years he has earned over $150 million in endorsements. Steph Curry’s estimated net worth is $160 million and makes over $40 million from his endorsements. Gabrielle Union’s net worth in 2023 is $40 million plus

endorsements, and Dwyane Wade’s net worth is $170 million. In 2018 alone, he earned $31.8 million in endorsements. Ben Stiller’s net worth is $200 million, and he earns $5 million annually in endorsements. And the list goes on and on.

Don’t get me wrong, I believe in capitalism as being the best of the worst of any economic system today-and perhaps ever.

But they should give it a rest as they say and give someone else a chance to enjoy a piece, a small sliver of the American pie.

So, I think it’s time these elites as mentioned above, as well as others, sacrificed some of those potential greenbacks for the greater good by sharing the wealth which they proclaim they’re in favor of doing to balance the scales of social and economic justice.

It’s certainly the right thing to do. People who are struggling with far less and hoping to taste a smidgeon of success would undoubtedly appreciate this unselfish gesture.

You can bet your dollar on that.

and indifferent”. Another said, “Boston is on a collision course … with itself”. One oft-quoted pundit observed that “Mayor Wu finds herself trying to promote what she believes is a neat, ‘round-peg’ progressive agenda into the unkempt nonagon that is the Boston City Council”. The bottom line questions are – Is Mayor Michelle Wu willing to barter and expend political capital to achieve her goals? Does she even have enough political capital to expend? If the answer is yes, will the city be put precariously on the edge? If the answer is no, will her bold vision and re-imagination tune suffer?

Some on the Boston City Council, emboldened by a citywide approved ballot question granting it shared budgetary oversight and power with the mayor, while treading lightly last year, are now trying to flex their power in dealing with Mayor Wu, who for all intent and purpose, embraced the directive.

That new budget process aimed to make city spending decisions more democratic by empowering councilors to represent their respective neighborhoods. Last year, critics warned that it could devolve into dysfunction, with numerous competing visions for the budget. However, the concept, turned reality, is now making it difficult for Wu to advance her non-budget agenda.

Deconstructing the Boston Planning and Development Agency (BPDA), promoting her version of rent control, ‘hybriding’ the Boston School Committee, bargaining with the police and firefighters unions, delivering world class public education, contemplating ‘London like’ parking restrictions within a transportation agenda that prioritizes bike lanes and wanst the MBTA to be free, refiling of her home rule petition to allow the city to impose a tax of up to 2% on real estate sales above $2 million?…Oh, and “Remember, no worries, we are a business-

friendly City, especially at night (hiccup)”.

The negative societal impact of homelessness, drug addiction, gun violence in parts of the city, as well as underperforming schools, on the quality of life in the neighborhoods is endemic to large urban capitals. Solutions to these problems are often mired in competing political agendas, laced with sometimes vitriolic rhetoric, as was observed here in Boston during a host of last year’s City Council hearings, especially in the wake of decennially mandated redistricting. The fallout from the public display of behavior by certain city councilors and political activists resulted in several lawsuits being filed that will surely bring some sanity to the disinformation and misinformation being spewed on all sides of the process.

For the last decade, there has been consistent and unimaginable growth in real estate value and attendant prosperity. While slowed up only by the ‘pandemic

period’, those responsible for leveraging it are now continually trying to recover. Like race cars that needed to make a pit stop to refuel, they are trying to get back on the fast track under the yellow flag. Expanding on that metaphor, the city leaders seem to be planning to artificially present a headwind slowing that re-entry down, which will have consequences to the funding of the very programs that the politicians want to maintain and grow for the benefit of its citizens.

Depending on which consultant and economist you wish to believe, or which political rhetoric resonates with your personal experience, either ‘the sky is falling’ or ‘the rich are greedy’ or ‘the real estate industry is fearmongering’ or ‘no one wants to pay rent at all’, or ‘there are plenty of jobs, why do people not want to work’ and ‘we need more housing’ or ‘NIMBY’ and on and on.

Here is a real-world scenario

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2023 Evacuation Day Events

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Guy The Wine St. Veran

Burgundy, as many of you know, is home to many of the best wines on the planet. In this region, though, quality typically comes at a high price-some of the highest in the world. In the midst of this region there’s an area known as St. Veran.Saint-Véran is an appellation for dry white wines produced in the southern half of the Mâconnais sub-region of Burgundy. The appellation is split into two sections by the vineyards of Pouilly-Fuissé. Both lie in the chain of hills in which the much-photographed Rock of Solutré is situated.

The northern half is home to the communes of Davayé, Prissé and Solutré-Pouilly, the last of which may produce both Pouilly-Fuissé and Saint-Véran wines. The southern half comprises the communes of Chânes, Chasselas, Leynes, Saint-Amour and Saint-Vérand (from which the appellation gains its

name). Here are several wines from this area worth looking for……

The Luquet St. Veran Vers Les Monts, ($26.99) is a great one to start with. This elegant, oak-free Chardonnay exhibits rich pear and apple flavors with a crisp, mineralladen finish. Family-owned, the Domaine produces excellent values. So if you’re looking for a change from California Chardonnay, give this wine a try. The French typically have it with a plate of soft cheese, like Brie, along with fruits and baguettes.

Louis Jadot Mâcon-Villages 2021, ($17.99). Produced in the Mâconnais region of Burgundy, Mâcon-Villages is vinified with no oak contact to retain the elegant aromas and clean, fresh character that this region is prized for. The vineyard soils have a high percentage of chalk and limestone which impart nuanced minerality. Decanter says,” The Jadot label is a reliable go-to when it comes to Burgundy, with many labels spanning a wide range of prices and styles. This is among the entrylevel wines, a straightforward and enjoyable Mâcon-Villages, vinified entirely in stainless steel to maximize the fresh floral and fruit-forward aromas. Lively citrus and acacia character, a good value Chardonnay for those who’d rather avoid the more oaky incarnations.”.

Another major Burgundy house, Joseph Drouhin, produces Joseph

Re-Image City continued from page 6 facing the folks whom Mayor Wu and others expect to pay for the progressive agenda referenced in paragraph three (3) above. Apartment rents are continuing their decline as a half-million new units are getting set to hit the national market this year. Apartment renters paid 3.5% less for new units in January than they did in August, marking the sixth consecutive month of falling rents, according to Apartment List data reported by The Wall Street Journal. The trend is a reversal after the pandemic caused rents across the country to spike by over 20%. And some of the recently soaring markets saw the biggest declines: Seattle rents have fallen by 8%, and rents in Boston and Las Vegas are down 6% since the summer, the WSJ reported.

Drouhin Saint-Veran,Maconnais, France, ($22.99). This unoaked wine made from low-yield vines has great minerality and a tight texture. It is packed with acidity as well as citrus fruits. The mineral edge gives the wine tightness and also brings out apples and tangy acidity. Like other Maconnais, this one is often had with Salad Nicoise, shellfish, especially fresh Oysters and Mussels, and Chicken.

Domaine Fabrice Larochette , La Grande Vigne , Saint-Véran, 2021 ($22.99). Many years ago, a friend told me about a great vigneron: Fabrice Larochette. The last time he did a private tasting in Boston, Fabrice tasted me through his whole lineup of wines, and they were incredible! He refuses to use any oak, believing the barrels take away from the pure essence of the Chardonnay

When Columbia Property snapped up 116 Huntington Ave. for $152 million in 2015, the former owner offered up a bullish prediction. “Columbia is going to do very well with this asset,” boasted the broker on the deal, calling the 15-story mid-rise next door to the Copley Place Mall a “trophy.”

Just recently it has been reported that the New York-based real investment firm is in danger of losing the 274,000-square-foot office building to its lender. Columbia has defaulted on $1.7 billion in loans backed by the Back Bay building, which dates to the early 1990s, and six other properties in New York, according to Globe St, an industry publication. And it is not likely to be the last Boston office property to face tough times, either, which could create a major problem for Boston. The city relies heavily on commercial property taxes to pay its bills.

grape. His wines are some of the best values on the market today; the Larochette family has been in the wine business for four generations. Fabrice uses their 10+ hectares of land to produce white Burgundies exclusively. It is his true passion in life, and I have met few winemakers more devoted to the cause of terroirdriven wines.

The Latour family has been a fixture in Burgundy and its surrounding regions for generations. Their Latour Macon Villages Chameroy, ($22.99) is sparkling pale yellow in color and reveals a pretty nose of white fruits. In the mouth it is round and tasty with a peppery touch. There’s no oak used in this one, so the natural minerality comes through. Salads, seafood and Veal dishes will complement this wine nicely.

While prestigious, top-shelf towers are doing just fine, older and somewhat worn Class B office buildings could also face an uncertain future, said real estate executives at NAIOP Massachusetts’ “State of the Office” conference on Wednesday. “The day of reckoning is coming,” said David Provost, senior vice president of leasing at Boston Properties. “The upper end of the market is doing great, but the bottom 30 to 40 percent is just not functioning.”

In fact, if what’s happening in New York is any indication, Boston could be in for a world of hurt before too long.

‘Given the shift to remote working, is this the tip of the iceberg?’, quotes one report. Campaign rhetoric meets ‘roll-up-thesleeves’ execution. Is the mayor and her comayors, the city council, prepared to work, or just talk?

February Vacation Camp St. Peter Academy News

February Vacation Camp at St. Peter Academy was awesome! Ms. Jackie, Ms. Brittney, Ms. Carmen and Ms. Keyla brought their creativity and positive attitude to this program by providing quality care and enrichment activities for the children. As always, we use our Community as

a Classroom and the same goes for our Camps. The campers visited the Murphy Skating Rink, The Tynan Community Center and Dani the Librarian at the South Boston Library for a Storytime. Thank you to all our South Boston community neighbors for the use of their facilities. In addi -

tion to the field trips, the days are structured with arts & crafts, team building games, physical activity games, outside play, board games, music and more! It wasn’t that restful, but it sure was fun!

St. Peter Academy is accepting applications for the 2023-2024 school year. St. Peter Academy is an independent, community-based private school and serves students from ages 15 months through grade 6. SPA is currently accepting applications for the limited spaces available in the year-round

toddler program (beginning at age 15 months) and for students in Pre-K (School Year and Full Year Programs), Kindergarten and grades 1-6. Financial Aid Available. Two Scholarships will be offered this year for applicants for Grades 1 through 6. You may request scholarship information from the Front Office (spa@stpeteracademy.com). Appointments for individual virtual tours can be made by contacting Maria Blasi, at 617-268-0750 or by emailing spa@StPeterAcademy.com.

South Boston Citizens ‘Association Announces Henry Knox Unsung Heroes

Luanne O’Connor

SBCA President Tom McGrath and the Executive Board are pleased to announce that on Saturday, March, 4th, 2023, at the Kick-off Breakfast, The Henry Knox Award Presentation will take place at the Seapoint Restaurant, 367 East 8th Street, at 10AM. Family, Friends and Neighbors are respectfully invited to attend this wonderful event. A 15.00 donation is requested at door to help off-set costs. This year’s event will once again feature great music of Bob Fowkes and Curragh’s Fancy.

The event Chairman, once again, will be South Boston’s own State representative David Biele, who continues to lead the fight to preserve the historical importance of Evacuation Day while serving in the Massachusetts House of Representatives. “As president of the Association, it is an honor for me to work with Dave to kick-off the festivities. Dave’s commitment and involvement with the SBCA and our community has been a tremendous asset to me and the Executive Board.” Said McGrath.

The awards are presented to everyday volunteers in the community who seek no recognition, Who are considered “Unsung Heroes”, kicks off the month-long celebration for one of the most important events in American history. This year’s recipients are Luanne O’Connor, Joe Acari, BPD C6 CSO Ayesha Lawton, and Danny Monahan.

Our first recipient is no stranger to the South Boston community and to label her a “community activist”, does not do Luanne O’Connor’s dedication to her South Boston community justice. She is a “defender of her neighbor”, a “promoter of all that is positive” about her hometown. When Luanne joins a community meeting on behalf of the City Point Neighborhood Association (CPNA) or shows up, camera in hand, at a local event on behalf of the South Boston Today (SBT) newspaper, anyone in a position of responsibility knows ‘Here come the tough questions.’ “Luanne loves her hometown of South Boston and you always know where Luanne stands. No softballs from Luanne”, SBCA president Tom McGrath stated.

Luanne O’Connor was born and raised at 56 H Street. Luanne is a 4th generation South Bostonian, and her son Matthew is 5th generation. Luanne attended South Boston High School during the 70’s and then went on to UMass Boston. In her limited spare time, Luanne enjoys playing darts, Boston sports, gardening, reading and shopping while keeping up with current events and politics.

‘Back in the day’, Luanne cherished trips to Pobers, Robelles and Gorins, and eating lunch at Woolworth’s with her grandmother Gladys and great grandmother Minnie. Luanne’s first job was a YES employee at the Muni Gym inside the Court House. In high school, Luanne worked at New England Merchants National Bank. This was the beginning of Luanne’s banking career, especially at Mt. Washington Bank, where she learned the skills of professionalism, listening and treating people with respect. Luanne moved on to more challenging jobs as a manager of credit and collection, director of credit and collection, and accounts receivable manager in the high-tech

industry. No doubt, in this role she honed her skill at ‘bottom line’ finance, using her acquired BSdetector expertise.

She was the former advertising manager for the South Boston Tribune up until its closure in October 2012. Currently, Luanne works for South Boston Today, our local newspaper, covering local events in South Boston and loves seeing her neighbors and friends at “Southie Times”. “It’s amazing when you see and capture multi generations on film. It gives me a sense of community, neighborhood and caring that South Boston is, “ Luanne said. “One of my favorite events is the Senior Salute. I get to see the wonderful families and friends that have known me since I was born, and I also get to see the friends I made by being out and active in the community. The wealth of information, stories and memories shared by our elders is our history.”

Luanne became the President of the CPNA in March of 2020. In 2021, CPNA received the Neighborhood Watch Community Service Award from the Boston Police Department (C-6), and The House of Representatives as well as a Crime Prevention Citation from the Boston City Council. When asked why she was interested in leading the civic association, she said “I was watching the many changes in our neighborhood directly affecting our quality of life with regards to development, large scale projects, lack of transportation, green space being eliminated, parking, property taxes and our neighborhood being planned without us. I wanted to be sure that we had a front row seat at the table and a voice in the conversations.

Anyone who knows Luanne, will testify that she stands for open communication, honesty, transparency, community inclusion and action. Tom McGrath added, “South Boston and CPNA is lucky to have her on our side.”

Joseph Arcari

The Association likes to recognize a business owner in the community who goes above and beyond, and our next Knox recipient is Joe Arcari of the Broadway Hospitality Group. With over two decades of experience in the restaurant industry, Joey created Broadway hospitality group to own, manage and build his ever-expanding restaurant portfolio. The current portfolio includes such brands as Tavern in The Square, The Mercantile, The Broadway and The Playwright, with several more restaurant projects in the works over the next twenty-four months.

“Joe’s generosity throughout the Community is the true definition of being an “Unsung Hero” not seeking any recognition. Just ask any of the non-profit organization in the neighborhood, whether it be sports or educational institutions, Joe and his team will be involved in some way or another.” Stated President McGrath.

Joey’s role in BHG is concentrated in the financing, designing and construction of all new locations. He thrives as the company CFO especially in these trying times. From finding new locations to negotiating leases, designing, building, and financing new projects, Joey actively participates in all that expansion details.

Born in Dublin, Ireland. Joey immigrated to America in 1994 to pursue the American Dream. With a quick two year stop in NY. He moved to Boston in 1995 and opened his first restaurant with his brother Mario and another fellow 22 club member, Jon Cronin.

In addition to his role as President/CFO of the Broadway Hospitality Group, Joey currently owns, invests, and develops in both commercial and residential real estate. With his principal focus on identifying and purchasing projects in neighborhoods that also allow his restaurant brand to expand. Joey

has been able to develop distinctive commercial and residential projects while actively participating in many charitable endeavors in these neighborhoods.

Joey is a member of the Board of Directors of South Boston Neighborhood house along with being very active in many other local charities. Arcari currently resides in Brookline with his wife Andrea, his daughter Annabelle.

Ayesha Lawton

Our next recipient is Ayesha Lawton who has been a Boston police Officer for 17 years serving both the Mattapan and South Boston Communities. Three years ago, Office Lawton joined the C6 Community service office and began to forge invaluable relationships within the South Boston Community. Office Lawton began to have an immediate impact by developing programs to work with the youth in the community and at the same time, enhancing the relationship between the police and Community.

Officer Lawton led a youth leadership program for the young women, taught self- defense classes and assisted with Holiday events for the youth in the community. Officer Lawton has concentrated on working with children and families in need.

On a daily basis, Officer Lawton assists with issues in neighborhood schools and community centers, homeless issues throughout the neighborhood and noise complaints. Officer Lawton has developed a strong and respectful rapport with residents in South Boston by solving problems and developing strategies to handle quality-of-life complaints. “Officer Lawton embodies all of the great qualities of a community service officer and goes above great lengths to ensure our community feels not only safe but also connected and heard.”

Stated Captain Boyle of C6.

Danny Monahan

Last but not least, we have Danny Monahan. Dan was born, raised, and educated in South Boston. Growing up he played in the South Boston Youth Sports Programs. From a young

age he witnessed what community service was all about as his mother was an instrumental part of the group that started the South Boston Youth Hockey League. Now as an adult, and in his professional career, Dan is deeply engaged with local community-based and volunteer programs in South Boston.

For 37+ years Dan worked with kids from the Boys and Girls Clubs, Tynan Community Center and BCYF. He spent 8 years at the SB Boys and Girls Club, 7 years at the Tynan, 12 years at a Boys and Girls Club in California and currently on his 11th year at BCYF. During those years Dan mentored and had a positive impact on so many in those communities whether it be through his career or through coaching. He currently is working at BCYF. “I have known Danny for 45 years and he has always gone above and beyond what was needed for any kid in need, whether it was helping one seek employment, or just making sure a teen had a team to be part of.” said McGrath.

During his early years as a regular the L Street Bath House (Curley Rec Center) Dan ran the very successful handball Tournament as well as the Volleyball League for many years. Dan also helped rejuvenate the L Street Brownies. Most recently his team was able to obtain official nonprofit status to help raise funds to support community groups, such as the SB Sports Hall of Fame Scholarship Trust Fund and the SB Special Kids and Young Adults to name a few. Dan has two daughters Samantha and Halley and four brothers Bob, Kevin, Sean, and Terry.

Tom McGrath, President of the SBCA, said “It is an honor to recognize these individuals who dedicate their time and energy to the South Boston Community. I hope the community will join me and others on Saturday the 4th to honor these men and women.”

Tickets are available at the door for a15.00 donation. Doors open at 9:30AM.

6Th Grade News South Boston Catholic Academy News

Ms. Faith Smith’s 6th Grade students learned all about Ancient Egypt by taking a virtual field trip, writing their names using hieroglyphics, choosing what they would keep in their tombs, and being wrapped like mummies. Fantastic job 6th Grade!

Some interesting facts about Ancient Egypt…The Ancient Egyptian civilization spanned more than 3,000 years. King Tut was only 9 years old when he became ruler of Ancient Egypt. Ancient Egyptian women and men were treated equally. Some Egyptian doctors had specialized

fields of study. Ancient Egyptians loved board games. Cats were considered to be sacred animals. Egyptians kept many animals as pets. Most pyramids were built to be tombs for pharaohs. It took about a mile’s worth of bandages to wrap a mummy. There have been more than 130 pyramids discovered across Egypt. The Great Pyramid, or the Pyramid of Khufu is the tallest and largest Egyptian pyramid of the three pyramids towering over Giza. It is the only one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World

still in existence, despite its being the oldest wonder by about 2,000 years. The Pyramids of Giza are naturally temperature controlled. The hieroglyphic alphabet consisted of more than a thousand unique hieroglyphs. Ancient Egyptians were probably the first society to read and write. The Ancient Egyptians forged one of the earliest peace treaties on record. New families are welcome to email our admissions team at: admissions@sbcatholicacademy.org for more info. about South Boston Catholic Academy.

So, ChatGPT has been a pretty popular application as of late. For those unfamiliar with the technology, it’s basically just a computer program that answers questions and responds to commands as you type them in. I signed up last week and decided to test out its accuracy with a few questions and commands of my own. Allow me to share the results here. And keep in mind, each answer that ChatGPT gave was completed in less than five seconds:

Q: Is Mac Jones the future of the New England Patriots?

A: “As an AI language model, I cannot predict the future and do not have access to information beyond my knowledge cutoff date of 2021. However, as of my knowledge cutoff date, Mac Jones had recently been drafted by the New England Patriots in the first round of the 2021 NFL draft. While it is too early to determine his long-term future with the team, many analysts and fans are optimistic about his potential based on his college success and impressive performances in preseason games. Ultimately, his success will depend on a variety of factors, including his development as a quarterback, the quality of coaching he receives, and the performance of the team around him.”

Q: What is the greatest WrestleMania main event of all time?

A: “As an AI language model, I cannot provide an opinion, but I can provide some information on what is widely regarded as one of the greatest WrestleMania main events of all time.

There have been many great WrestleMania main events over the years, but one that is often cited as the greatest is the main event of WrestleMania III in 1987. The match featured WWE Champion Hulk Hogan taking on the undefeated Andre the Giant in front of a record-setting crowd of over 93,000 fans at the Pontiac Silverdome in Michigan.

The match itself was a classic David vs. Goliath story, with Hogan trying to overcome the massive Andre. After a back-and-forth battle, Hogan was finally able to body slam Andre and hit him with his signature leg drop to get the pinfall victory.

The moment has become an iconic image in WWE history and helped solidify Hogan as one of the greatest wrestlers of all time. It’s widely regarded as one of the most memorable and important matches in wrestling history and is often cited as one of the greatest WrestleMania main events ever.”

Q: Tom Brady is the greatest NFL quarterback of all time, do you understand?

A: “As an AI language model, I do not have the ability to “understand” in the way that humans do, but I am aware of Tom Brady’s accomplishments as a quarterback in the National Football League (NFL). Brady is widely regarded as one of the greatest quarterbacks of all time, if not the greatest, due to his numerous records and accomplishments, including seven Super Bowl victories, five Super Bowl MVP awards, three regular season MVP awards, and numerous other accolades. However, opinions on the “greatest of all time” are subjective and vary among different individuals and groups.”

Q: Write a review of South Boston, MA for a tourist

A: “South Boston, also known as “Southie,” is a vibrant neighborhood in the city of Boston, Massachusetts. It has a rich history and unique charm that make it a popular destination for tourists. One of the most notable features of South Boston is its proximity to the waterfront. Visitors can enjoy stunning views of the harbor and visit the Seaport District, which is home to a variety of restaurants, shops, and cultural attractions. The Boston Tea Party Ships and Museum is a must-visit for history buffs, as it provides an immersive experience of

the famous event that helped spark the American Revolution.

Another attraction in South Boston is Castle Island, a historic fort that offers scenic views and a lovely beach. Visitors can take a walk around the castle, enjoy a picnic on the grass, or simply relax by the water. In the summer, the island hosts outdoor movies and concerts that are popular with locals and tourists alike. South Boston is also known for its lively nightlife and culinary scene. Visitors can indulge in the area’s famous seafood dishes, such as clam chowder and lobster rolls, at one of the many seafood restaurants in the neighborhood. For those looking for a more casual experience, South Boston offers a variety of bars and pubs where visitors can enjoy a beer and soak up the local atmosphere.

In terms of accommodations, South Boston has a range of options to suit all budgets. Visitors can choose from luxury hotels with waterfront views, cozy bed and breakfasts, and affordable hostels. Overall, South Boston is a must-visit destination for anyone traveling to the Boston area. Its unique blend of history, culture, and entertainment make it a memorable experience for tourists of all ages.”

Follow Danny on instagram @ DannyPicard.

This week, Danny shared his first user experience with the artificial intelligence software ChatGPT:

SPORTS TODAY

BRUINS ACQUIRE THREE PLAYERS IN TRADES WITH CAPITALS, AVALANCHE

Don Sweeney got a head start on the March 3 NHL trade deadline, finalizing two deals last weekend that landed a pair of forwards and a veteran defenseman.

The Bruins’ first acquired 31-yearold defenseman Dmitry Orlov and 31-year-old forward Garnet Hathaway in a trade with the Washington Capitals, in exchange for forward Craig Smith, a 2023 first-round pick, a 2024 third-round pick, and a 2025 second-round pick.

A few days later, the B’s acquired 23-year-old forward Shane Bowers in a trade with the Colorado Avalanche, in exchange for goaltender Keith Kinkaid.

“We’ve clearly been in the marketplace to gauge what types of players would be available in adding to our current group,” said Bruins’ general manager Sweeney in a press conference. “Inevitably, we did have to make a move with regards to opening up some space and Craig’s situation, but I think we were trying to attack in two different areas and both Dmitry and Garnet both bring some attributes

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that will complement our group.

“Now I just hope we stay healthy and try and take a run and play our best hockey at the right time. It’s going to be a hard path. It is a hard path to get in and it’s even harder once you take a run. Dmitry has a Stanley Cup ring and brings a lot of veteran leadership to our group and plays in all different situations. Garnet is a hard-nosed guy that’s going to be wired the way that we use our bottom-six and try to create some anxiety on the forecheck. He disrupts, he kills penalties, bigger body and frame and they are both excited to be joining our team.”

The Bruins are tearing it up this season. With 97 points and 46 wins, the B’s have been the best team in the NHL all season long.

“Both are easily adjusted to jumping into an NHL lineup,” said Sweeney about Orlov and Hathaway. “They’re both identity-type players. As I referenced, I think the versatility they bring in both players, for the most part, I think we’re going to put our group together and obviously play the best players, but what the matchups are and how Monty wants to use them, again, we’ve got to stay healthy.

“We’ve got to rotate guys around, maybe there is an opportunity to - I know that Monty has talked about

in Patrice [Bergeron’s] situation and or the other guys, when push comes to shove, we’re going to put the best lineup together and I think all of our group should understand that we were in this to try and deepen what our team looks like and we have no idea who we’re going to play.

“We have to go in and qualify,” added Sweeney. “I think we’re in a really good spot because the team has played that well and we’re trying to reward. We have an ownership group that’s supportive of when the team is in position to give us the resources to add.

“I can’t say enough about what our pro [scouting] staff has done to try and get us in this position to add and all the work that they put in and the communication we’ve had, and you apologize to your amateur staff because obviously you’ve taken away an opportunity to improve our club down the road, but that’s the chase. We’re in it to try and win and you have to qualify and go from there.”

The Bruins will most likely be the No. 1 seed in the playoffs. Sweeney is hoping Orlov and Hathaway are the key depth pieces that help the B’s hoist the Cup.

“Our roster is battle tested. I think when we play any type of game against any type of team, we’re able to react accordingly or dictate accordingly,” said Sweeney. “I think

we were trying to complement or add to that, and we’ve had several players from Providence come into our lineup and provide consistency in that regard and that’s what we want to try and do. We know it’s a war of attrition when you go through. You have to get in, you have to qualify, you have 20 or so games at the end of the year and then the playoffs begin. You don’t know who you’re going to play, but it doesn’t matter because whomever you are going to play is going to be a ridiculously tough opponent and you’ve got to be able to dictate. We’ve tried to be consistent in how we want to play, and I think both of these players add to that and they are excited to be in games down the stretch and in what lies ahead.”

SBT Staff

Thomas E. McGrath, President

247th Annual Evacuation Day Events

2023 Evacuation Day Committee

t City Councilor Ed Flynn, General Chairman

Governor Maura Healey, Honorary Chairperson

Congressman Stephen F. Lynch, Honorary Chairman

Mayor Michelle Wu, Honorary Chairperson

State Senator Nick Collins, Honorary Chairman

State Representative David Biele, Honorary Chairman

City Councilor Michael F. Flaherty, Honorary Chairman

City Councilor Erin Murphy, Honorary Chairperson

City Councilor Frank Baker, Honorary Chairman

Suffolk Register of Deeds Stephen Murphy, Honorary Chairman

Jimmy Flaherty

Kick-Off Breakfast

Saturday, March 4th

State Representative, David Biele

Honorary Chairman

Seapoint Restaurant 10:00 AM

Suggested Donation $ 15.00

21+Bowl-A-Rama

Sunday, March 5th

Cheryl Joyce, Andrea Flaherty, Rich Devoe, Pauline Bare and Joyce Higgins

Honorary Chairpersons

South Boston Bowl 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM

Must be 21+ to attend-no children, please

Basketball Free-Throw Competition

Monday, March 6th

City Councilor Ed Flynn

Former Mayor Ray Flynn

Bernie O’Donnell, Kathy Davis, John Lydon

Honorary Chairpersons

Tynan Community School Gym - 6:00 PM

The Swimming Competition

Tuesday, March 7th

City Councilor Erin Murphy

Honorary Chairpersons

Boys and Girls Club Pool

Registration 6:00 PM, Meet 6:30 PM

Tom & Eddie Butler

St. Patrick’s Senior Salute

Saturday, March 11th

Mayor Michelle Wu

Councilor Michael Flaherty & Thomas Butler Jr Chairmen

Mary Collins, Kathy Flynn and Joyce Biele, Honorary Chairwomen

Saint Peter’s Lower Church Hall - 11:00 AM

Ice-O-Rama

Sunday, March 12th

State Rep David Biele

State Senator Nick Collins

City Councilor Ed Flynn

City Councilor Frank Baker

Honorary Chairmen

Murphy Rink, Day Boulevard

Events begin approx 9:00 AM

Boxing Show

Saturday, March 18th

Register of Deeds Stephen Murphy

Honorary Chairman

Peter Welch’s Gym – Doors open at 4:00PM

143rd Annual Evacuation Day Banquet

Friday, March 17th

BCEC 2nd Floor Ballroom

New England Boiled Dinner

Entertainment by Curragh’s Fancy

Reception 5:30 PM-----Dinner 7:00 PM

FOR TICKETS CALL 857-204-5825

Our Sponsors

Athletic Competition

Condon School Gym

Wednesday, March 15th

4 PM-6 PM

Joe Curran and Barbara Caputo Kelly, Honorary Chairpersons

Boys and Girls ages 10 to 14

St. Patrick's Day Road Race

Sunday, March 19th

Proceeds benefit South Boston Boys & Girls Club

Pre-registration Required

617-268-4301

Race begins at 11:00 AM at the Club

Evacuation Day Memorial Mass

Friday, March 17th

Fr Joe White

Margaret Lynch, Honorary Chairwoman

St. Augustine's Chapel - 9:00 AM

Memorial/Historical Exercises

Friday, March 17th Including

Essay & Poster Competition Winners

Bernie O’Donnell, Past President SBCA

Robert Allison, S B Historical Society

City Councilor Edward Flynn

City Councilor Michael Flaherty

State Senator Nick Collins

Bill Foley, Retired NPS

Honorary Chairpersons

Dorchester Heights Monument - 10:00 AM

St. Patrick’s/Evacuation Day Parade

Sunday, March 19th at 1 pm

Coleman Nee - Chief Marshal

Allied War Veterans Council

Broadway Station

“The Nation's Oldest Neighborhood Civic Organization”