Tuesday, January 28, 2014
Malden/East Boston Youth Hockey Wrap-up Week 16
Malden/East Boston Youth Hockey Round Up for week 16 of the regular season. Don’t miss your chance to win $10,000 in the MEB 10K Raffle and Dinner, February 21st at the Malden Moose. Only 200 tickets will be sold. See www.mebhockey.com/Fundraising_Events.html for details and ticket form.
MITE K (5-8 Years Old)
Malden/East Boston 5, East Coast Wizards 2
Veterans Rink, Somerville MA
Jake Simpson had 2 goals in the 1st period and capped off the scoring getting the hat trick late in the third period. Will Fosdick had the game winner midway through the second period, with Chris Hanifan scored the other goal in the second period. Chad Robertson played excellent between the pipes, recording 12 saves.
PEEWEE (11-12 Years Old)
Malden/East Boston 4, North Reading 8
Ranger Rink, Methuen MA
Corey Rufo lit the lamp for the Mustangs halfway through the 1st period with a dangle that ended up top shelf. Netminder Kevin Ivany was a victim of a goalie explosion that saw him, Bethan Taddeo and a North Reading skater all yard sale onto the ice. A split second later the loose puck was potted by North Reading and despite of the blatant interference the game was tied 1-1. North Reading game out hot in the 2nd period threading one past Ivany to make it 1-2. MEB's Rufo was on his game as he made his second goal of the afternoon look easy minutes later to tie things up. North Reading capitalized on a mismatch and scored 3 goals in 3 minutes to end the 2nd period 2-5. In the 3rd wing Joe Melanson, who had pushed the puck up ice all game, fed Rufo for his first career trick of the hat to bring MEB within 2 goals. Defenseman Jeff Melanson broke up a North Reading assault and got the penalty call prior to a North Reading goal as MEB let up at what should have been a stoppage of play. Instead North Reading shot and squeaked one through the 5 hole to make it 3-6. A confused and deflated Mustang team let off the gas and allowed North Reading to score two more. Coach Jim Taddeo mixed things up and called on defensive specialist Jake LaVerde to crash the North Reading net in the left wing slot to muscle a final goal in.
BANTAM AA (13-14 Years Old)
Malden/East Boston 3, Medford 4
LaConte Rink, Medford MA
MIDGET (15-18 Years Old)
Malden/East Boston 2, Shrewsbury 3
Veterans Rink, Waltham MA
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Monday, January 27, 2014
Local EB Restaurants Shine at 18th Annual Taste of Eastie
(East Boston, MA. 27 January-2014) More than 350 guests braved the blizzard and joined 30 restaurants for a fantastic evening of Food and Good Cheer at the Hilton Logan Airport Hotel on Tuesday evening, January 21st. The cold temperatures and heavy snowfall created an additional challenge for the participating food establishments, but, as usual they arrived with their delicious appetizers, entrees, and desserts and were well rewarded by a ballroom full of both long-time supporters and first-timers to the Taste of Eastie.
East Boston locals and other Bostonians as well as our neighbors from Chelsea, Revere, Winthrop, Cambridge, and Somerville were joined by guest from Australia, Taiwan, Germany, and France for an amazing evening among friends.
East Boston Main Streets would like to thank Representative Carlo Basile for his tireless support of East Boston Main Streets and advocacy on behalf of our Seniors. We also thank our presenting sponsor, MassPort, for their generosity and technical assistance. We further thank East Boston Savings Bank, the East Boston Neighborhood Health Center, Suffolk Downs, the Boston Main Streets Foundation, the East Boston Chamber of Commerce, Citizens Bank, as well as Boston Main Streets and the Mayor’s Office for their ongoing support. Lastly, we applaud all the volunteers who make this evening possible and a tremendous success, year after year!
Next time you are hungry, please consider calling on these fine local food establishments.
Source: M. Gruner EBMS
East Boston locals and other Bostonians as well as our neighbors from Chelsea, Revere, Winthrop, Cambridge, and Somerville were joined by guest from Australia, Taiwan, Germany, and France for an amazing evening among friends.
East Boston Main Streets would like to thank Representative Carlo Basile for his tireless support of East Boston Main Streets and advocacy on behalf of our Seniors. We also thank our presenting sponsor, MassPort, for their generosity and technical assistance. We further thank East Boston Savings Bank, the East Boston Neighborhood Health Center, Suffolk Downs, the Boston Main Streets Foundation, the East Boston Chamber of Commerce, Citizens Bank, as well as Boston Main Streets and the Mayor’s Office for their ongoing support. Lastly, we applaud all the volunteers who make this evening possible and a tremendous success, year after year!
Next time you are hungry, please consider calling on these fine local food establishments.
- Albert Russo Imports
- Black Strap BBQ
- Boston Beer Works
- Boston Yogurt
- Carmella's Market
- Celeste Myers
- DaCoopas Pizza
- Dockside Restaurant
- Dough East Boston
- D'Parma Ristorante
- Ecco Restaurant & Martini Bar
- El Paisa Restaurant
- Great Chef Chinese Restaurant
- Hilton - Connolly's Publik House
- Hyatt - Harborside Grill
- La Chiva Restaurant
- Luberto's Pastry Shop
- Meridian Food Market
- Montecristo Mexican Grill
- Peach's & Cream Desserts
- Pollo Campero
- Reinforce Energy Drink
- Restaurante Montecristo
- Roy's Cold Cuts
- Salamander's Coffee Place
- Sammy Carlos Delicatessen & Catering
- Spinelli's Functions & Catering
- Taqueria Jalisco
- Tu Metapan
- Volare Restaurant
Source: M. Gruner EBMS
Wednesday, January 22, 2014
Malden/East Boston Youth Hockey Round Up for week 15 of the regular season.
SQUIRT (9-10 Years Old)
Malden/East Boston 6, Stoneham 4
Cronin Ice Rink, Revere MA
PEEWEE (11-12 Years Old)
Malden/East Boston 3, Natick 1
Simoni Ice Rink, Cambridge MA
MEB came out dominant in the 1st period, hungry for another win after one-in-a-row. Rookie Guilherme Basilio managed to draw a penalty in the first minute of his first ever game. The 2nd period saw Natick score the first goal of the game but MEB came right back at them with quick unassisted goal by Mark Giordano. The final minutes of the 2nd period saw some great MEB passing and stick handling resulting in Joseph Melanson putting the puck in the back of the net, followed by a second unassisted goal for Giordano. In the 3rd period there was no goal scoring but lots of excitement as MEB went on the defensive, shorthanded for most of the 12 minutes but great goaltending by Anthony Bocchino brought home another win.
BANTAM AA (13-14 Years Old)
Malden/East Boston 3, Reading 2
Valley Rink, Malden MA
Malden/East Boston 4, North Reading 3
Allied Veterans Rink, Everett MA
BANTAM AAA (13-14 Years Old)
Malden/East Boston 2, Burlington 4
Valley Rink, Malden MA
Malden/East Boston 3, Arlington 1
Valley Rink, Malden MA
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Malden/East Boston 6, Stoneham 4
Cronin Ice Rink, Revere MA
PEEWEE (11-12 Years Old)
Malden/East Boston 3, Natick 1
Simoni Ice Rink, Cambridge MA
MEB came out dominant in the 1st period, hungry for another win after one-in-a-row. Rookie Guilherme Basilio managed to draw a penalty in the first minute of his first ever game. The 2nd period saw Natick score the first goal of the game but MEB came right back at them with quick unassisted goal by Mark Giordano. The final minutes of the 2nd period saw some great MEB passing and stick handling resulting in Joseph Melanson putting the puck in the back of the net, followed by a second unassisted goal for Giordano. In the 3rd period there was no goal scoring but lots of excitement as MEB went on the defensive, shorthanded for most of the 12 minutes but great goaltending by Anthony Bocchino brought home another win.
BANTAM AA (13-14 Years Old)
Malden/East Boston 3, Reading 2
Valley Rink, Malden MA
Malden/East Boston 4, North Reading 3
Allied Veterans Rink, Everett MA
BANTAM AAA (13-14 Years Old)
Malden/East Boston 2, Burlington 4
Valley Rink, Malden MA
Malden/East Boston 3, Arlington 1
Valley Rink, Malden MA
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Tuesday, January 21, 2014
Presser at 3 pm today: EB & Revere Communities Unite On City Line to Oppose Mohegan Sun Casino at Suffolk Downs
Neighboring community groups to hold joint press conference on the Revere/Boston city line in advance of Mohegan Sun's presentation to Massachusetts Gaming Commission
BOSTON, MA (January 21, 2014) - Today Don't Gamble on Revere, a registered municipal ballot question committee organized to stop a casino at Suffolk Downs, and No Eastie Casino, will hold a joint press conference and public demonstration at 3pm on the Revere/East Boston city line to denounce the Massachusetts Gaming Commission's disregard for residents' clear "no" vote from 8,513 residents of Revere and East Boston in referendums on Nov. 5 and highlight the contents of a comment letter to be submitted to the Commission (MGC) in advance of its January 22 meeting with Mohegan Sun.
"A casino at Suffolk Downs is a casino at Suffolk Downs, and shifting this development a few feet over the city line into Revere doesn't change anything," said Matt Cameron, No Eastie Casino's volunteer legal counsel and an East Boston resident. "As anyone who is familiar with this unique site must recognize, the city of Boston is now being forced to host a guest that we have already dis-invited."
"As knowledge of traffic, pollution, crime, and numerous other social problems due to casinos come to light, Revere opposition to a casino at Suffolk Downs is growing," said Joseph Catricala, spokesperson for Don't Gamble on Revere. "The lack of a clear host community agreement to mitigate these impacts makes us doubt that the City of Revere and Suffolk Downs truly have Revere's interests in mind. We are very concerned a casino will bleed our community dry."
In advance of the press conference, No Eastie Casino and Don't Gamble on Revere will submit a joint letter to the Massachusetts Gaming Commission registering their disapproval of the gaming application process and noting that more time is needed for Boston's new administration to make an informed decision.
"Mohegan Sun has filed an incomplete application with missing and outdated information, and is now trying to keep critical details relating to the site plan and their proposed land use confidential. This development will forever change the character and futures of East Boston and Revere, and we deserve to see everything that has already been made available to the Gaming Commission. " Cameron said.
For details on the press conference location, please contact Joe Catricala at 781-727-6099 or Celeste Myers at 617-913-3332.
About Don't Gamble on Revere
Don't Gamble on Revere is a group of citizens concerned about the future of Revere. We know that Revere has come a long way over the years and we don't want to lose all of the progress that we have made. We are an official municipal ballot question committee opposed to the casino at Suffolk Downs and a united all-volunteer force standing against the proposed casino in Revere.
About No Eastie Casino
No Eastie Casino is a grassroots effort led by local, all-volunteer residents opposed to the casino at Suffolk Downs. Our goal is to build a strong base of East Boston residents that represents the full diversity of our community; shares a common vision for a vibrant, healthy, family-friendly future for East Boston; and is united against a casino at Suffolk Downs.
Source:
Contacts: Joe Catricala & Celeste Myers
BOSTON, MA (January 21, 2014) - Today Don't Gamble on Revere, a registered municipal ballot question committee organized to stop a casino at Suffolk Downs, and No Eastie Casino, will hold a joint press conference and public demonstration at 3pm on the Revere/East Boston city line to denounce the Massachusetts Gaming Commission's disregard for residents' clear "no" vote from 8,513 residents of Revere and East Boston in referendums on Nov. 5 and highlight the contents of a comment letter to be submitted to the Commission (MGC) in advance of its January 22 meeting with Mohegan Sun.
"A casino at Suffolk Downs is a casino at Suffolk Downs, and shifting this development a few feet over the city line into Revere doesn't change anything," said Matt Cameron, No Eastie Casino's volunteer legal counsel and an East Boston resident. "As anyone who is familiar with this unique site must recognize, the city of Boston is now being forced to host a guest that we have already dis-invited."
"As knowledge of traffic, pollution, crime, and numerous other social problems due to casinos come to light, Revere opposition to a casino at Suffolk Downs is growing," said Joseph Catricala, spokesperson for Don't Gamble on Revere. "The lack of a clear host community agreement to mitigate these impacts makes us doubt that the City of Revere and Suffolk Downs truly have Revere's interests in mind. We are very concerned a casino will bleed our community dry."
In advance of the press conference, No Eastie Casino and Don't Gamble on Revere will submit a joint letter to the Massachusetts Gaming Commission registering their disapproval of the gaming application process and noting that more time is needed for Boston's new administration to make an informed decision.
"Mohegan Sun has filed an incomplete application with missing and outdated information, and is now trying to keep critical details relating to the site plan and their proposed land use confidential. This development will forever change the character and futures of East Boston and Revere, and we deserve to see everything that has already been made available to the Gaming Commission. " Cameron said.
For details on the press conference location, please contact Joe Catricala at 781-727-6099 or Celeste Myers at 617-913-3332.
About Don't Gamble on Revere
Don't Gamble on Revere is a group of citizens concerned about the future of Revere. We know that Revere has come a long way over the years and we don't want to lose all of the progress that we have made. We are an official municipal ballot question committee opposed to the casino at Suffolk Downs and a united all-volunteer force standing against the proposed casino in Revere.
About No Eastie Casino
No Eastie Casino is a grassroots effort led by local, all-volunteer residents opposed to the casino at Suffolk Downs. Our goal is to build a strong base of East Boston residents that represents the full diversity of our community; shares a common vision for a vibrant, healthy, family-friendly future for East Boston; and is united against a casino at Suffolk Downs.
Source:
Contacts: Joe Catricala & Celeste Myers
Thursday, January 16, 2014
Family establishes Wally Bowe Fund; First Event April 11
Darlene Bowe, wife of the late Wally Bowe, has established a fund in his name to benefit the Salesian Boys & Girls Club.
Wally was a family friend from my days on Chelsea Street and the Salesian Boys Club. There is not a day that goes by where we don't miss Wally and all the values he embodied.
The following letter was sent out to Wally's friends in East Boston and beyond.
Dear ………………………….:
Wally Bowe spent much of his life giving selflessly to others. Working for decades in East Boston, at the Salesian Boys & Girls Club, Savio High School and the Umana Middle School, Wally made a tangible impact on the lives of thousands of young people. Everyone who knew him knew that Wally was a popular guy in the community, but no one was prepared for the amazing number of people who came to pay their respects when he suddenly passed away nearly four years ago. He was truly admired and loved throughout East Boston and beyond.
In addition to his work in the community, Wally was a wonderful husband and father. Now, those of us who knew him best have created The Wally Bowe Fund – not only to keep his memory alive, but to continue the good work he did every day as a coach, teacher and role model for local youth. The fund, administered by his wife, daughters Jillian and Janae, and others in the community, will provide support to the Salesian Boys & Girls Club, a non-profit that Wally attended as a young man and where he worked for 25 years.
The fund will host its first event on April 11 at the Revere VFW, and we hope that you will be able to attend. In addition, we are seeking donations to defray the cost of the evening and to make a contribution to the Salesian Boys & Girls Club, a program that has been serving children and teens from East Boston and surrounding communities since 1945. The club offers an after-school program during the school year as well as a all-day summer program. Young people of all ages receive homework help, take part in athletics, use their creativity in arts and crafts, and become involved in many other activities and programs in a safe, structured environment.
Wally was dedicated to the Salesian Boys & Girls Club and to the work he did with young people. It is now up to us to keep alive his spirit and to work together to give our children opportunities for education, fitness, socialization and fun. Please join me in this mission.
My sincere thanks,
Darlene Bowe
Wally was a family friend from my days on Chelsea Street and the Salesian Boys Club. There is not a day that goes by where we don't miss Wally and all the values he embodied.
The following letter was sent out to Wally's friends in East Boston and beyond.
Dear ………………………….:
Wally Bowe spent much of his life giving selflessly to others. Working for decades in East Boston, at the Salesian Boys & Girls Club, Savio High School and the Umana Middle School, Wally made a tangible impact on the lives of thousands of young people. Everyone who knew him knew that Wally was a popular guy in the community, but no one was prepared for the amazing number of people who came to pay their respects when he suddenly passed away nearly four years ago. He was truly admired and loved throughout East Boston and beyond.
In addition to his work in the community, Wally was a wonderful husband and father. Now, those of us who knew him best have created The Wally Bowe Fund – not only to keep his memory alive, but to continue the good work he did every day as a coach, teacher and role model for local youth. The fund, administered by his wife, daughters Jillian and Janae, and others in the community, will provide support to the Salesian Boys & Girls Club, a non-profit that Wally attended as a young man and where he worked for 25 years.
The fund will host its first event on April 11 at the Revere VFW, and we hope that you will be able to attend. In addition, we are seeking donations to defray the cost of the evening and to make a contribution to the Salesian Boys & Girls Club, a program that has been serving children and teens from East Boston and surrounding communities since 1945. The club offers an after-school program during the school year as well as a all-day summer program. Young people of all ages receive homework help, take part in athletics, use their creativity in arts and crafts, and become involved in many other activities and programs in a safe, structured environment.
Wally was dedicated to the Salesian Boys & Girls Club and to the work he did with young people. It is now up to us to keep alive his spirit and to work together to give our children opportunities for education, fitness, socialization and fun. Please join me in this mission.
My sincere thanks,
Darlene Bowe
Tuesday, January 14, 2014
East Boston Malden Youth Hockey Week 13 Wrap-up
MITE K (5-8 Years Old)
Malden/East Boston 9, Methuen 9
Superskills, Tewksbury MA
The Malden/East Boston Mite team skated to a 9-9 tie with the Methuen Rangers on Saturday afternoon. MEB went down early 4-1 but kept battling back all afternoon. Jake Simpson scored 5 goals, Will Fosdick had the hat trick, and Chad Robertson added the last goal along with having 2 assists. Ryan Thomas kept MEB in the game all day making great saves late in the game to preserve the tie.
SQUIRT (9-10 Years Old)
Malden/East Boston 3, Belmont 6
Skip Viglirolo Rink, Belmont MA
PEEWEE (11-12 Years Old)
Malden/East Boston 6, Nashua, NH 3
Ice Palace, Burlington MA
The MEB Peewees took on the Nashua Panthers. The Mustangs struck first with a great up ice pass from Ronan Valarese to John Bernbaum who lit the lamp with 8:28 left in the 1st period. The Panthers fought back to tie it minutes later. The 2nd period saw an MEB breakdown as Nashua scored two fast goals to take the lead 1-3. Goaltender Kevin Ivany showed mental strength and shook off a tough few minutes. MEB found momentum behind Marc Giordano's end to end drive that finished with the bisket in the basket. Gio wasn't done yet as he passed on a rail to Corey Rufo to tie it up going into the 3rd period. The last period saw Gio tripped up in the act of one-timing a gift from Anthony Bocchino and a penalty shot that found the back of the net to take the lead 4-3. Gio picked up another goal with an assist by Rufo followed by Joe Melanson who picked up the puck in the corner and made his own opportunity. With that the Peewee's mark their first win of the season as they begin to gel as a team after a shaky first half of the season.
BANTAM AA (13-14 Years Old)
Malden/East Boston 5, Twin City 2
Ranger Rink Methuen, MA
BANTAM AAA (13-14 Years Old)
Malden/East Boston 1, Methuen 2
Ranger Rink Methuen, MA
MIDGET (15-18 Years Old)
Malden/East Boston 3, Jr. Crusaders 3
Navin Arena Marlboro, MA
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Citing successes, Diane Modica says farewell to EB chamber presidency
January 14, 2014
Dear Friends:
I will be completing my term as the 2012-13 President of the East Boston Chamber of Commerce at the end of January 2014. I have had the pleasure of serving on the board for nine (9) years and as its President for the past two (2) years. During that time, I believe we have all done our best to position the Chamber as a worthy advocate and representative for our East Boston businesses and community.
I will be succeeded by my able and energetic colleague Scott Heigelmann of Heavy Advertising who also lives and owns a business in Eastie. Scott is a great guy and he will bring a new energy to our Board and the organization.
I hope you can attend our 2014 installation dinner on Thursday January 30th to wish Scott well along with the other incoming and remaining officers and directors, as we start off the 2014 New Year with great expectations!!
Come, meet, greet, network, and enjoy a great dinner at Spinelli’s 284 Bennington Street East Boston. Or call/email the office to book your seats today! 617-569-5000 info@eastbostonchamber.org
Happy and Healthy 2014 New Year !!
Sincerely,
Diane Modica
Dear Friends:
I will be completing my term as the 2012-13 President of the East Boston Chamber of Commerce at the end of January 2014. I have had the pleasure of serving on the board for nine (9) years and as its President for the past two (2) years. During that time, I believe we have all done our best to position the Chamber as a worthy advocate and representative for our East Boston businesses and community.
I will be succeeded by my able and energetic colleague Scott Heigelmann of Heavy Advertising who also lives and owns a business in Eastie. Scott is a great guy and he will bring a new energy to our Board and the organization.
I hope you can attend our 2014 installation dinner on Thursday January 30th to wish Scott well along with the other incoming and remaining officers and directors, as we start off the 2014 New Year with great expectations!!
Come, meet, greet, network, and enjoy a great dinner at Spinelli’s 284 Bennington Street East Boston. Or call/email the office to book your seats today! 617-569-5000 info@eastbostonchamber.org
Happy and Healthy 2014 New Year !!
Sincerely,
Diane Modica
East Boston Main Streets Proudly Presents the 18th Annual Taste of Eastie
On Tuesday, January 21st 2014 East Boston Main Streets will host the 18th Annual Taste of Eastie.
East Boston, MA, 12 January-2014 East Boston Main Streets will host the 18th Annual Taste of Eastie at the Hilton Boston Logan Airport on Tuesday, January 21st 2014 from 6:00-9:00pm. Food and fun highlight this wonderful evening including raffles and auctions. Thirty local food merchants will showcase their delicious cuisine, including tastes from South and Central America, the Mediterranean, China, the Middle East, Italy and Australia.
Tickets are $35.00 and can be purchased online at TasteOfEastie2014.eventbrite.com or in person at MP&CO or the Main Streets office at 146 Maverick Street.
About East Boston Main Streets. EBMS is a non-profit corporation. Our mission is to create vibrant business districts by initiating private and public improvements, promoting commerce, and supporting efforts that improve the quality of life for all who live, work and do business in East Boston.
East Boston, MA, 12 January-2014 East Boston Main Streets will host the 18th Annual Taste of Eastie at the Hilton Boston Logan Airport on Tuesday, January 21st 2014 from 6:00-9:00pm. Food and fun highlight this wonderful evening including raffles and auctions. Thirty local food merchants will showcase their delicious cuisine, including tastes from South and Central America, the Mediterranean, China, the Middle East, Italy and Australia.
Tickets are $35.00 and can be purchased online at TasteOfEastie2014.eventbrite.com or in person at MP&CO or the Main Streets office at 146 Maverick Street.
About East Boston Main Streets. EBMS is a non-profit corporation. Our mission is to create vibrant business districts by initiating private and public improvements, promoting commerce, and supporting efforts that improve the quality of life for all who live, work and do business in East Boston.
Monday, January 13, 2014
The Walsh Response to MGC: City will protect Eastie, C-Town residents
City of Boston Files Petitions with Mass. Gaming Commission, Preserves City’s Rights to Both Host and Surrounding Community Status, Compels Information Sharing with Communities
Action Required to Meet Tonight’s Gaming Commission Deadline; Mayor Walsh Reaffirms Commitment to Protect the Interests of the Residents of Charlestown, East Boston and the City of Boston
The City of Boston today petitioned the Massachusetts Gaming Commission in order to preserve the interests of the City, its residents, businesses and visitors, in the development of proposed Mohegan Sun and Wynn resort destination casinos. The petition preserves the City’s right to assert host community status for both proposals, without waiving its rights to surrounding community status. The petition also asks the Gaming Commission to compel both proponents to share information with the communities that would be most impacted by their proposals.
“We believe this unrestricted route is the best path forward to protect the residents of East Boston and Charlestown, and the City of Boston as a whole,” Mayor Walsh said. “These applicants must have a more open dialogue with the people of Boston, particularly those neighborhoods that will be most impacted. At any time, if the facts indicate that Boston is a host city, we preserve its right to withdraw from surrounding community negotiations.”
The City also petitioned the Gaming Commission, in part, to reconsider its previous denial of Boston’s request for an extension. On Thursday, January 9, the City requested an extension of 30 days from the Commission deadline, in order to review 43,000 pages of documents provided to the City with just five business days to review. The vast majority of the documents were provided to the City for the first time and warrant careful review and analysis. The City’s reasonable request for an extension was denied by the Gaming Commission on the afternoon of Friday, January 10. The City had requested the extension in order to review and assess the documents; request and obtain additional information, clarification and supplementation of the filings; and to receive detailed input from the proponents.
While preserving its rights to host status, the City’s Petition also asked the Gaming Commission to have both the Wynn and Mohegan Sun applicants supplement their filings with the Commission, and if they fail to do that, for the Commission to designate Boston a surrounding community.
The petition also asked the Gaming Commission to compel both Mohegan Sun and Wynn to cooperate fully with the City, providing any and all information requested by the City so that it may best evaluate its status as host or surrounding community and properly evaluate the two proposals in relation to the City.
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Source: Mayor's Office
Action Required to Meet Tonight’s Gaming Commission Deadline; Mayor Walsh Reaffirms Commitment to Protect the Interests of the Residents of Charlestown, East Boston and the City of Boston
The City of Boston today petitioned the Massachusetts Gaming Commission in order to preserve the interests of the City, its residents, businesses and visitors, in the development of proposed Mohegan Sun and Wynn resort destination casinos. The petition preserves the City’s right to assert host community status for both proposals, without waiving its rights to surrounding community status. The petition also asks the Gaming Commission to compel both proponents to share information with the communities that would be most impacted by their proposals.
“We believe this unrestricted route is the best path forward to protect the residents of East Boston and Charlestown, and the City of Boston as a whole,” Mayor Walsh said. “These applicants must have a more open dialogue with the people of Boston, particularly those neighborhoods that will be most impacted. At any time, if the facts indicate that Boston is a host city, we preserve its right to withdraw from surrounding community negotiations.”
The City also petitioned the Gaming Commission, in part, to reconsider its previous denial of Boston’s request for an extension. On Thursday, January 9, the City requested an extension of 30 days from the Commission deadline, in order to review 43,000 pages of documents provided to the City with just five business days to review. The vast majority of the documents were provided to the City for the first time and warrant careful review and analysis. The City’s reasonable request for an extension was denied by the Gaming Commission on the afternoon of Friday, January 10. The City had requested the extension in order to review and assess the documents; request and obtain additional information, clarification and supplementation of the filings; and to receive detailed input from the proponents.
While preserving its rights to host status, the City’s Petition also asked the Gaming Commission to have both the Wynn and Mohegan Sun applicants supplement their filings with the Commission, and if they fail to do that, for the Commission to designate Boston a surrounding community.
The petition also asked the Gaming Commission to compel both Mohegan Sun and Wynn to cooperate fully with the City, providing any and all information requested by the City so that it may best evaluate its status as host or surrounding community and properly evaluate the two proposals in relation to the City.
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Source: Mayor's Office
Supporting Walsh, No Eastie Casino steps up opposition to MGC ruling: "Revere Casino is Illegal; East Boston is a Host Community"
NO EASTIE CASINO STEP UP THE PRESSURE!
To our friends and neighbors:
Thank you for your persistence in fighting back as the Mass Gaming Commission seeks to silence our voices and move ahead with an illegitimate process. As you may know, Mayor Marty Walsh asked the gaming commission for one month to allow his legal team to review the lengthy host community agreement to determine if Boston is a host community (as, in the case of the proposed Revere casino, we believe
research will prove it is) or a surrounding community (as Mohegan Sun argues).
The Gaming Commission -- which granted the extension to Suffolk Downs to allow them to rework this proposal and have a new vote -- denied Mayor Walsh's request. They gave him until Monday to agree to begin negotiations as a surrounding community. THIS IS UNACCEPTABLE!
Mayor Walsh and his legal team have taken the right approach to date. The decision and statement they make today, Monday, is a critical one. We must ask them to speak out against the unfair ruling of the Mass Gaming Commission--and to put the Commission on notice that the city of Boston will not tolerate this. Mayor Walsh is our new mayor; he promised in his inaugural address to listen to the people of Boston
and to have open and transparent government. We applaud this commitment. He must listen to the people of East Boston and do everything in his power to ensure the vote we took is respected.
Source: No Eastie Casino 1/13/14
To our friends and neighbors:
Thank you for your persistence in fighting back as the Mass Gaming Commission seeks to silence our voices and move ahead with an illegitimate process. As you may know, Mayor Marty Walsh asked the gaming commission for one month to allow his legal team to review the lengthy host community agreement to determine if Boston is a host community (as, in the case of the proposed Revere casino, we believe
research will prove it is) or a surrounding community (as Mohegan Sun argues).
The Gaming Commission -- which granted the extension to Suffolk Downs to allow them to rework this proposal and have a new vote -- denied Mayor Walsh's request. They gave him until Monday to agree to begin negotiations as a surrounding community. THIS IS UNACCEPTABLE!
Mayor Walsh and his legal team have taken the right approach to date. The decision and statement they make today, Monday, is a critical one. We must ask them to speak out against the unfair ruling of the Mass Gaming Commission--and to put the Commission on notice that the city of Boston will not tolerate this. Mayor Walsh is our new mayor; he promised in his inaugural address to listen to the people of Boston
and to have open and transparent government. We applaud this commitment. He must listen to the people of East Boston and do everything in his power to ensure the vote we took is respected.
Source: No Eastie Casino 1/13/14
Sunday, January 12, 2014
News: Revere Residents Unite to Oppose Rushed, Harmful Mohegan Casino
This just in from Don't Gamble on Revere, the group organizing opposition to the Revere casino on the upcoming vote in Revere.
Source: Don't Gamble on Revere 1/12/2014
Revere Residents Unite to Oppose Rushed, Harmful Mohegan Casino
Revere, MA – Revere residents who are opposed to the proposed Mohegan Sun casino at Suffolk Downs have joined together to form the group, “Don’t Gamble on Revere,” a volunteer-led official ballot question committee asserting that residents of the historic, family-oriented city should always have a say in what happens to the future of their community. The group exists to convince Revere neighbors that voting NO at the Feb. 25 referendum will protect Revere from the invasion of a major corporation that would dictate a future that best suits its own gains rather than considering Revere’s.
"We’re gaining support daily from Revere residents who are opposed to the casino," says Joseph Catricala, spokesperson for Don’t Gamble on Revere, "Many residents are concerned about how a casino in their backyards could impact their families. I’ve heard a number of residents say they would move out of Revere if a casino comes. We are very concerned a casino will bleed our community dry."
Specifically, Catricala points to impacts such as increased traffic, pollution, crime, and numerous other social problems as reasons to oppose the development. Additionally, the group believes the arrival of a casino will decrease property values and raise taxes.
"The host community agreement does not provide the city with enough money to pay for the impact a casino will have on Revere," Catricala adds. "The proposed casino will kill the local economy by removing jobs and cause local businesses to close. When residents begin to gamble their paychecks away at the proposed casino, how will they have any money left to spend on the local economy?"
Don’t Gamble on Revere points to casinos elsewhere whose intent is to keep customers on-site rather than encouraging them to visit local businesses. Revere’s Broadway businesses cannot compete with the proposed casino’s glitzy restaurants, spas, and shops, the group says.
As the Feb. 25 vote approaches, Revere casino opposition is gaining momentum. Don’t Gamble on Revere leadership say the group will reach out to voters through telephone calls, mailings, door-to-door visits, and informative community events. Numerous families have put up "vote no" signs in yards and windows, and volunteer meetings occur each Tuesday at 6:30 PM until the day of the vote.
"Don’t Gamble on Revere is concerned about the future generation of Revere," says Don’t Gamble on Revere spokesperson Catricala. "We agree with casino backers that Revere needs revitalization, jobs, and additional funding to improve community services, but the difference lies in the solution. A casino is not the answer to improving the city of Revere. The long-term effects far outweigh any short-term benefits that a casino could bring to Revere. It is not worth it. Revere can do better."
Source: Don't Gamble on Revere 1/12/2014
Revere Residents Unite to Oppose Rushed, Harmful Mohegan Casino
Revere, MA – Revere residents who are opposed to the proposed Mohegan Sun casino at Suffolk Downs have joined together to form the group, “Don’t Gamble on Revere,” a volunteer-led official ballot question committee asserting that residents of the historic, family-oriented city should always have a say in what happens to the future of their community. The group exists to convince Revere neighbors that voting NO at the Feb. 25 referendum will protect Revere from the invasion of a major corporation that would dictate a future that best suits its own gains rather than considering Revere’s.
"We’re gaining support daily from Revere residents who are opposed to the casino," says Joseph Catricala, spokesperson for Don’t Gamble on Revere, "Many residents are concerned about how a casino in their backyards could impact their families. I’ve heard a number of residents say they would move out of Revere if a casino comes. We are very concerned a casino will bleed our community dry."
Specifically, Catricala points to impacts such as increased traffic, pollution, crime, and numerous other social problems as reasons to oppose the development. Additionally, the group believes the arrival of a casino will decrease property values and raise taxes.
"The host community agreement does not provide the city with enough money to pay for the impact a casino will have on Revere," Catricala adds. "The proposed casino will kill the local economy by removing jobs and cause local businesses to close. When residents begin to gamble their paychecks away at the proposed casino, how will they have any money left to spend on the local economy?"
Don’t Gamble on Revere points to casinos elsewhere whose intent is to keep customers on-site rather than encouraging them to visit local businesses. Revere’s Broadway businesses cannot compete with the proposed casino’s glitzy restaurants, spas, and shops, the group says.
As the Feb. 25 vote approaches, Revere casino opposition is gaining momentum. Don’t Gamble on Revere leadership say the group will reach out to voters through telephone calls, mailings, door-to-door visits, and informative community events. Numerous families have put up "vote no" signs in yards and windows, and volunteer meetings occur each Tuesday at 6:30 PM until the day of the vote.
"Don’t Gamble on Revere is concerned about the future generation of Revere," says Don’t Gamble on Revere spokesperson Catricala. "We agree with casino backers that Revere needs revitalization, jobs, and additional funding to improve community services, but the difference lies in the solution. A casino is not the answer to improving the city of Revere. The long-term effects far outweigh any short-term benefits that a casino could bring to Revere. It is not worth it. Revere can do better."
Tuesday, January 7, 2014
East Boston Youth Hockey Week 12 Wrap-up
2014 is off and skating. Don’t forget the new session of our Learn-to-Skate and Play Hockey classes begin on January 12th. For children ages 4 and over. The Hockey Clinic is a basic learn to skate, learn to play hockey program, for both boys and girls, with two one-hour practices a week. There are three levels taught; learn-to-skate, basic skills, and advanced skills. Wednesdays @ 6:00 pm and Sundays 11:30 am at: Porrazzo Skating Rink - FMC Ice Sports 199 Coleridge Street (at Constitution Beach) East Boston, MA 02128. See our website for details.
MITE K (5-8 Years Old)
Malden/East Boston 7, Peabody 0
Connery Rink, Lynn MA
A balanced attack of multiple goal scorers and a well-disciplined defense was the difference in this game. John Summers had the game winner late in the first period and had another goal in the second period. Chris Cecca added two goals, Lukas Deguire, Chad Robertson, and Jake Simpson all had one goal apiece. Will Fosdick added two assists with Cristian Monge, Joe Hurley, Ryan Thomas, and Anthony Messina all playing great two way hockey. Chris Hanifan posted the shutout turning away all the shots he faced for the 5th time this season.
SQUIRT (9-10 Years Old)
Malden/East Boston 8, Natick 5
Valley Rink, Malden MA
PEEWEE (11-12 Years Old)
Malden/East Boston 3, Lexington/Bedford 5
Valley Rink, Malden MA
BANTAM AA (13-14 Years Old)
Malden/East Boston 4, North Central 6
Valley Rink, Lawrence MA
Malden/East Boston 1, Belmont 2
Connery Rink, Lynn MA
BANTAM AAA (13-14 Years Old)
Malden/East Boston 4, Reading 3
Valley Rink, Malden MA
MIDGET (15-18 Years Old)
Malden/East Boston 13, Masco 4
Valley Rink, Haverhill MA
Malden/East Boston 6, Shrewsbury 2
Superskills Hockey, Tewksbury MA
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Jeffries Point Neighborhood Association to meet Jan. 13, 2014
Jeffries Point Neighborhood Association
Monday January 13th at 7PM
at the Jeffries Point Yacht Club,
- Welcome back from the JPNA/announcements;
- Police Update;
- Marginal Street Shipyard & Marina;
- The Boston Parks Department;
- City Councilor Sal LaMattina;
- 40-46 Lamson Street (voting) proposal for a 3 family on a vacant lot;
- 285 Sumner Street (voting) change of occupancy from a 1 to 3 family
Thursday, January 2, 2014
A Feb. 12 lecture on Eastie's past by architect Antonio Di Mambro
History of People, Places, and Plans that Shaped East Boston
Wed., Feb. 12, 2013, 6:00 p.m. Boston Public Library Copley Square.
Antonio Di Mambro, FAIA, discusses the events and economic and technological transformations that have defined the multiethnic neighborhood of East Boston and the challenges and opportunities that could shape its future.Mr. Di Mambro is president of Antonio Di Mambro + Associates, Inc. He has practiced architecture, city planning, and urban design in the United States, Puerto Rico, and Italy since 1971. He has taught at Massachusetts Institute of Technology, Pratt Institute, the University of Miami, and the International Laboratory of Architecture and Urban Design at the University of Urbino in Italy.
Wed., Feb. 12, 2013, 6:00 p.m. Boston Public Library Copley Square.
Antonio Di Mambro, FAIA, discusses the events and economic and technological transformations that have defined the multiethnic neighborhood of East Boston and the challenges and opportunities that could shape its future.Mr. Di Mambro is president of Antonio Di Mambro + Associates, Inc. He has practiced architecture, city planning, and urban design in the United States, Puerto Rico, and Italy since 1971. He has taught at Massachusetts Institute of Technology, Pratt Institute, the University of Miami, and the International Laboratory of Architecture and Urban Design at the University of Urbino in Italy.
Wednesday, January 1, 2014
Eagle Hill & EB residents set up fund for the daughters of Aura Garcia who died in accident at Meridian Street Bridge
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Background: WCVB-TV Neighbors seek to help family of victim in drawbridge death
Tuesday, December 31, 2013
East Boston Malden Youth Hockey Weekly Round Up #11
SQUIRT (9-10 Years Old)
Malden/East Boston 2, Needham 3
Simoni Rink, Cambridge
PEEWEE (11-12 Years Old)
Malden/East Boston 3, Waltham 3
Ice Palace, Burlington
In a weird one which included an already short bench losing two players mid game due to the flu, the M.E.B. Mustangs skated to a tie. Waltham got up early on the Mustangs despite the aggressive play from M.E.B. The penalty box door may need new hinges at the Ice Palace after the Mustangs played short-handed for most of the first two periods. At the end of 2 it was Waltham up by three goals. The M.E.B. Peewees found their stride half way through the third when Marc Giordano found the back of the net to make it 1-3. A deflected puck minutes later in front of the Waltham net touched not only the stick of Giordano but Sean Noonan and Ryan Gray to bring the Mustangs within 1. Gray wasn’t finished yet as he lit the lamp with 3:00 remaining in the 3rd and that’s how it ended, tied 3-3.
BANTAM AA (13-14 Years Old)
Malden/East Boston 2, Nashoba 6
Valley Rink, Haverhill MA
M.E.B. traveled North to take on Nashoba. The Mustangs got on the board first with a goal by Ryan Tosto. Nashoba responded quickly by scoring three unanswered goals. The first period ended with Nashoba leading 3-1. The second period started off with Michael Giordano crossing the blueline into the Nashoba zone and beating the Nashoba goaltender with a beautiful wrist shot high on the stick side, cutting the deficit to one. Nashoba responded once again by scoring two goals in the second period and increasing its lead to 5-2 after 2. Nashoba added another goal in the 3rd period for a final score of 6-2.
Malden/East Boston 2, Concord, NH 5
Valley Rink, Haverhill MA
The Mustangs were once again in Haverhill to take on Concord, NH. M.E.B. got on the board first with a goal by Michael Giordano off of a beautiful feed from Curtis Taddeo. The 1st period ended with the Mustangs in front 1-0. Concord got on the board with a goal early in the second period to tie the game. The Mustangs answered that goal midway through the period when Marty Taylor beat the Concord netminder after a nice drop pass from Taddeo. The 2nd period ended with the Mustangs in front by a score of 2-1. A penalty-filled third period saw Concord with the man advantage throughout most of the period. Concord capitalized on their opportunities by scoring 4 unanswered goals and taking a 5-2 victory.
BANTAM AAA (13-14 Years Old)
Malden/East Boston 7, Waltham 0
Veterans Rink, Waltham MA
Malden/East Boston 2, Arlington 4
Allied Rink, Everett MA
MIDGET (15-18 Years Old)
Malden/East Boston 6, Reading 2
Valley Rink, Malden MA
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Source: EB-Malden Youth Hockey
Thursday, December 26, 2013
Rep. Basile reports on the state legislature's accomplishments
Focuses on Fiscal Management and Economic Growth through Investments in Transportation, Education, Reforms to Welfare System
(BOSTON) – State Representative Carlo P. Basile joined his colleagues in the Massachusetts House of Representatives in reviewing recent session accomplishments as the Legislature prepares for the 2014 session.
As of November 27, 2013, the House passed major legislation pertaining to economic development, transportation, education, welfare, compounding pharmacies, and election laws.
"This year, through strategic investments and reforms, we positioned the Commonwealth for even greater growth as we continue to strengthen our economy," House Speaker Robert A. DeLeo said. "I'm proud of the work we’ve done to support our citizens and municipalities, and believe the legislation we’ve passed this session will improve the lives of people across Massachusetts."
"I am very proud of the work my colleagues and I have accomplished in this session. We have strived to support the people of the Commonwealth and have ensured that Massachusetts will continue to be successful in the years to come." Carlo P. Basile (D – East Boston) House Chairman of the Committee on Veterans and Federal Affairs said.
"What was passed is a reaffirmation of our commitment to bolstering the economy, improving our education system, and properly serving our veterans."
This session the House passed two major finance bills, the FY14 budget and the transportation finance bill, both of which are designed to stimulate economic growth. The FY14 budget, a $34 billion plan, allocates essential funds that advance the growth of the local economy and support the Commonwealth’s essential services and programs, including local aid, education, housing and health and human services.
In addition to funding essential services, the budget prioritizes education-related items, including increased Chapter 70 funds. It takes decisive action to bolster funding for the University of Massachusetts, state universities and community colleges, including a $478.9 million allocation for UMass that will prevent tuition and fee increases in the upcoming school year. The House is committed to again working toward this goal in fiscal year 2015.This focus underscores Massachusetts’ ongoing commitment to strengthen our education system as a means to create jobs and provide residents with a competitive edge.
This year’s budget also provided new funding and resources for various programs enacted through the 2012 economic development legislation, including the Manufacturing Futures Program and the Mass Works Infrastructure Program, to foster job creation for employees of all skill levels across numerous industries. The transportation finance bill, passed in August, is designed to solve long-standing financial problems within the state’s transportation system through continued reforms and a future, stable funding source without placing too great a burden on working families. The bill continues on the promise of the 2009 transportation reform law by enhancing efficiency and accountability, providing revenue to initiate economic growth and supporting necessary infrastructure projects.
Following the 2012 meningitis outbreak linked to contaminated drugs, Massachusetts became the first state to pass comprehensive legislation relative to compounding pharmacies. In October, the House unanimously voted on a bill that will help the Commonwealth better regulate the industry. This legislation addresses a previous lack of consistent standards, at both a state and federal level, governing the operations of specialty pharmacies engaged in sterile compounding by improving oversight, licensing and quality standards.
Throughout the year the House renewed its dedication to the Commonwealth’s citizens and municipalities by providing for existing needs while preparing for the future through provisions like increased local aid and welfare reform. The Economic Independence Act enhances the efficacy of the state’s welfare system through new initiatives and reforms, including the Pathways to Self-Sufficiency program which provides numerous resources designed to help recipients achieve financial independence.
The bill also builds on the House’s unyielding commitment to safeguarding the integrity of Massachusetts’ welfare system through new reform measures, including an expanded scope of prohibited actions to include foreign transmittal agencies, and increased resources for the Department of Transitional Assistance. These measures follow electronic benefit card reforms made in the FY13 budget and two subsequent supplementary budgets, passed in July and October, respectively.
In the midst of the federal government shutdown the October finance legislation allocated additional and immediate funds for the Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program, an indication of Massachusetts’ government’s ongoing commitment to working together. Aware of the difficult circumstance some families face, the House passed legislation and enacted numerous provisions to help residents secure safe and stable housing including a $1.4 housing bond bill which modernizes public housing and allows for home modification for elderly or disabled homeowners.
This fall the House passed two bills related to the military and veterans. Veterans affairs are a major priority for the House and because of this, Massachusetts is consistently ranked among the top state for veterans. The 2013 VALOR Act builds on existing legislation to provide increased property tax relief and enhance employment, educational and healthcare support services. The House also passed a military bond bill which funds projects at military installations around the state. Other session accomplishments include:
(BOSTON) – State Representative Carlo P. Basile joined his colleagues in the Massachusetts House of Representatives in reviewing recent session accomplishments as the Legislature prepares for the 2014 session.
As of November 27, 2013, the House passed major legislation pertaining to economic development, transportation, education, welfare, compounding pharmacies, and election laws.
"This year, through strategic investments and reforms, we positioned the Commonwealth for even greater growth as we continue to strengthen our economy," House Speaker Robert A. DeLeo said. "I'm proud of the work we’ve done to support our citizens and municipalities, and believe the legislation we’ve passed this session will improve the lives of people across Massachusetts."
"I am very proud of the work my colleagues and I have accomplished in this session. We have strived to support the people of the Commonwealth and have ensured that Massachusetts will continue to be successful in the years to come." Carlo P. Basile (D – East Boston) House Chairman of the Committee on Veterans and Federal Affairs said.
"What was passed is a reaffirmation of our commitment to bolstering the economy, improving our education system, and properly serving our veterans."
This session the House passed two major finance bills, the FY14 budget and the transportation finance bill, both of which are designed to stimulate economic growth. The FY14 budget, a $34 billion plan, allocates essential funds that advance the growth of the local economy and support the Commonwealth’s essential services and programs, including local aid, education, housing and health and human services.
In addition to funding essential services, the budget prioritizes education-related items, including increased Chapter 70 funds. It takes decisive action to bolster funding for the University of Massachusetts, state universities and community colleges, including a $478.9 million allocation for UMass that will prevent tuition and fee increases in the upcoming school year. The House is committed to again working toward this goal in fiscal year 2015.This focus underscores Massachusetts’ ongoing commitment to strengthen our education system as a means to create jobs and provide residents with a competitive edge.
This year’s budget also provided new funding and resources for various programs enacted through the 2012 economic development legislation, including the Manufacturing Futures Program and the Mass Works Infrastructure Program, to foster job creation for employees of all skill levels across numerous industries. The transportation finance bill, passed in August, is designed to solve long-standing financial problems within the state’s transportation system through continued reforms and a future, stable funding source without placing too great a burden on working families. The bill continues on the promise of the 2009 transportation reform law by enhancing efficiency and accountability, providing revenue to initiate economic growth and supporting necessary infrastructure projects.
Following the 2012 meningitis outbreak linked to contaminated drugs, Massachusetts became the first state to pass comprehensive legislation relative to compounding pharmacies. In October, the House unanimously voted on a bill that will help the Commonwealth better regulate the industry. This legislation addresses a previous lack of consistent standards, at both a state and federal level, governing the operations of specialty pharmacies engaged in sterile compounding by improving oversight, licensing and quality standards.
Throughout the year the House renewed its dedication to the Commonwealth’s citizens and municipalities by providing for existing needs while preparing for the future through provisions like increased local aid and welfare reform. The Economic Independence Act enhances the efficacy of the state’s welfare system through new initiatives and reforms, including the Pathways to Self-Sufficiency program which provides numerous resources designed to help recipients achieve financial independence.
The bill also builds on the House’s unyielding commitment to safeguarding the integrity of Massachusetts’ welfare system through new reform measures, including an expanded scope of prohibited actions to include foreign transmittal agencies, and increased resources for the Department of Transitional Assistance. These measures follow electronic benefit card reforms made in the FY13 budget and two subsequent supplementary budgets, passed in July and October, respectively.
In the midst of the federal government shutdown the October finance legislation allocated additional and immediate funds for the Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program, an indication of Massachusetts’ government’s ongoing commitment to working together. Aware of the difficult circumstance some families face, the House passed legislation and enacted numerous provisions to help residents secure safe and stable housing including a $1.4 housing bond bill which modernizes public housing and allows for home modification for elderly or disabled homeowners.
This fall the House passed two bills related to the military and veterans. Veterans affairs are a major priority for the House and because of this, Massachusetts is consistently ranked among the top state for veterans. The 2013 VALOR Act builds on existing legislation to provide increased property tax relief and enhance employment, educational and healthcare support services. The House also passed a military bond bill which funds projects at military installations around the state. Other session accomplishments include:
- Approval of election legislation that establishes early voting for presidential elections and provides resources to local officials and residents to make the voting process more efficient. This bill is expected to significantly decrease wait times on Election Day and allow greater access to voting;
- Increased the maximum penalty for corporate manslaughter from $1,000 to $250,000;
- Passed legislation to ensure that students with disabilities have Individualized Education Plans (IEP) that includes short-term objectives and benchmarks. The inclusion of short-term goals in a student’s IEP is important in order to measure the impact of special education instruction and services;
- Expanded efforts to require national background checks through fingerprinting of teachers, daycare providers, and persons living or working on facility premises. The new law, which stemmed from the Federal Bureau of Investigation recommendations, also requires address-based sex offender checks of early education and care facilities; and the
- Creation of another August sales tax holiday in an effort to boost sales for local businesses.
Tuesday, December 17, 2013
Week 9: East Boston Youth Hockey Wrap-up
It was another great week of M.E.B. Youth Hockey. Don’t forget the new session of our Learn-to-Skate and Play Hockey classes begin on January 12th and make a great Christmas gift. See our website for details.
Mite K (5-8 Years Old)
Malden/East Boston 5, Agawam 7 Kasabuski Arena, Saugus MA Jake Simpson had a pair of goals, with Chris Cecca, Chris Hanifan, and Lukas Deguire each adding a goal apiece. Chad Robertson invoked images of the 1980 version of Jim Craig making many spectacular saves. The MVP's of this game have to be the Moms and Dads that shoveled heavy, wet snow to get the little guys to the rink.
SQUIRT (9-10 Years Old)
Malden/East Boston 2, Masco 1 Kasabuski Arena, Saugus MA
BANTAM AA (13-14 Years Old)
Malden/East Boston 3, Lexington/Bedford 0 Valley Rink, Malden MA Thomas Guarino logged a shutout as the Bantam AA’s hold onto a piece of 1st place.
BANTAM AAA (13-14 Years Old)
Malden/East Boston 5, Needham 0 Simoni Rink, Cambridge A big W Saturday night for the M.E.B. Bantam AAA's as they faced Needham. Pucks weren't bouncing M.E.B.’s way until Needham committed an infraction and put the M.E.B. boys on the man advantage. That's when Ryan Noonan opened the scoring, banging in a rebound off a Nick Miller shot. It would take a buzzer and a new period before the scoring would pick up again when Noonan introduced the puck to the upstairs of the opposing net for his second of the night. Not to be outdone, Louis Staffieri wanted to add some sound to his goal clanking it off the post and in to put M.E.B. up by three. Entering the 3rd, the boys didn't let up as Ryan Noonan and Nick Salgado demonstrated the fine art of tic-tac-toe passing, putting on a clinic through the offensive zone, moving the goalie like he was playing Dance Dance Revolution and Salgado throwing the puck into an open net, for a four point lead. With the game winding down, the gritty Mike DeFillipo worked himself another goal sneaking one in on the short side to cap off a commanding 5-0 win and another shutout for goaltender Anthony Giuliano. Malden/East Boston 4, Lynnfield/Saugus 0 Valley Rink, Malden
At the Malden Valley Forum, M.E.B. battled a strong Lynnfield/Saugus team. The 1st period showed a physical, back and forth game with few scoring chances for either team. When the 2nd period started the M.E.B. boys stepped it up with Noah Carlson unloading a wrist shot into the opposing net and put M.E.B up 1-0. Not long after Carlson once again let a shot from the point go, this time finding the stick of his twin brother Johna Carlson who tipped the shot into the net. With the period winding down, Nick Capillo finished off a Nick Salgado pass to add to the lead. The 3rd period continued to be a back and forth struggle but Anthony Giuliano was solid between the home team's pipes. Continued hard work paid off with Ryan Noonan tipping home a James Pandolfo shot, redirecting the biscuit into the short side and finalizing the game at 4-0.
If you or someone you know has a child who wants to play hockey, we have open enrollment.
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Mite K (5-8 Years Old)
Malden/East Boston 5, Agawam 7 Kasabuski Arena, Saugus MA Jake Simpson had a pair of goals, with Chris Cecca, Chris Hanifan, and Lukas Deguire each adding a goal apiece. Chad Robertson invoked images of the 1980 version of Jim Craig making many spectacular saves. The MVP's of this game have to be the Moms and Dads that shoveled heavy, wet snow to get the little guys to the rink.
SQUIRT (9-10 Years Old)
Malden/East Boston 2, Masco 1 Kasabuski Arena, Saugus MA
BANTAM AA (13-14 Years Old)
Malden/East Boston 3, Lexington/Bedford 0 Valley Rink, Malden MA Thomas Guarino logged a shutout as the Bantam AA’s hold onto a piece of 1st place.
BANTAM AAA (13-14 Years Old)
Malden/East Boston 5, Needham 0 Simoni Rink, Cambridge A big W Saturday night for the M.E.B. Bantam AAA's as they faced Needham. Pucks weren't bouncing M.E.B.’s way until Needham committed an infraction and put the M.E.B. boys on the man advantage. That's when Ryan Noonan opened the scoring, banging in a rebound off a Nick Miller shot. It would take a buzzer and a new period before the scoring would pick up again when Noonan introduced the puck to the upstairs of the opposing net for his second of the night. Not to be outdone, Louis Staffieri wanted to add some sound to his goal clanking it off the post and in to put M.E.B. up by three. Entering the 3rd, the boys didn't let up as Ryan Noonan and Nick Salgado demonstrated the fine art of tic-tac-toe passing, putting on a clinic through the offensive zone, moving the goalie like he was playing Dance Dance Revolution and Salgado throwing the puck into an open net, for a four point lead. With the game winding down, the gritty Mike DeFillipo worked himself another goal sneaking one in on the short side to cap off a commanding 5-0 win and another shutout for goaltender Anthony Giuliano. Malden/East Boston 4, Lynnfield/Saugus 0 Valley Rink, Malden
At the Malden Valley Forum, M.E.B. battled a strong Lynnfield/Saugus team. The 1st period showed a physical, back and forth game with few scoring chances for either team. When the 2nd period started the M.E.B. boys stepped it up with Noah Carlson unloading a wrist shot into the opposing net and put M.E.B up 1-0. Not long after Carlson once again let a shot from the point go, this time finding the stick of his twin brother Johna Carlson who tipped the shot into the net. With the period winding down, Nick Capillo finished off a Nick Salgado pass to add to the lead. The 3rd period continued to be a back and forth struggle but Anthony Giuliano was solid between the home team's pipes. Continued hard work paid off with Ryan Noonan tipping home a James Pandolfo shot, redirecting the biscuit into the short side and finalizing the game at 4-0.
If you or someone you know has a child who wants to play hockey, we have open enrollment.
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Thursday, December 12, 2013
A vision for Suffolk Downs: Former Secretary of Transportation and Local Urban Development Experts Announce New Vision for Suffolk Downs Site
This just in from EastBoston2020:
Community group offers five guiding principles to Boston elected officials for development on Suffolk Downs site since casino was voted down
(BOSTON, Mass., Dec. 10, 2013) -- Led by former Massachusetts Secretary of Transportation Jim Aloisi, a largely East Boston-based group of urban planners, architects, public infrastructure experts, and representatives of various community groups today released an alternative vision to the proposed casino at Suffolk Downs that was voted down as a result of the November 5 election.
The newly-formed group’s two-page guidance titled “Overarching Principles For Development in East Boston” outlines five principles by which all future significant development proposals in East Boston – and Suffolk Downs in particular – should be measured. The principles, including job creation, community inclusion and a transparent process, environmental impact, transit-oriented development, and economic feasibility, present a framework to ensure that this critical and unique site is developed in a way that enhances quality of life, job creation and return on investment for all residents of Boston and surrounding communities.
"Although Suffolk Downs is privately owned, it is supported by a highway and transit system owned and operated by the state and paid for by the taxpayers of Massachusetts," said Aloisi, a native of East Boston and whose parents still live in the neighborhood. "It is only fair and just that any major development on its grounds be thoroughly vetted by local citizenry and surrounding communities. We hope these principles, which express a positive and forward looking vision for the future of this site and community will be embraced by a broad spectrum of state and local decision makers."
As many real estate and other investment experts contend, the Suffolk Downs site offers a wealth of development possibilities beyond a casino. For example, Banker and Tradesman recently noted that "At a time when home and condo prices are soaring out of reach for middle class families in Boston, Suffolk's 110 or so Boston acres are a huge potential asset, ground zero for the Hub's next big mixed-use neighborhood of shops and homes." (1)
Desirable factors such as quick access to downtown Boston, Logan Airport and the emerging Innovation District in South Boston via the Blue Line and soon the Silver Line, as well as a shared economic center for the communities of East Boston, Revere and Winthrop make Suffolk Downs an exceptional candidate for a mix of housing and commercial development opportunities, according to the group. Also, the adjacent Belle Isle Marsh provides abundant green space and offers potential connections to the East Boston Greenway.
A full version of the “Overarching Principles For Development in East Boston” can be found at https://sites.google.com/site/eastboston2020/. For more information, please contact east.boston.visioning@gmail.com
(1) Banker and Tradesman, "Forget Gambling: Suffolk Downs Has Mixed-Use Development Potential" Sunday, November 17, 2013 http://www.bankerandtradesman.com/news157396.html
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