About Jeanne Rooney

Jeanne Rooney is the Editor in Chief for South Boston Online.
12 07, 2018

From the Dugout: M Street Softball League

2018-07-12T17:11:02-04:00July 12th, 2018|Categories: Featured, Lifestyle|Comments Off on From the Dugout: M Street Softball League

By Richard Campbell It was just cooling off this past Thursday night as the M Street League gathered for an amiable showdown at the edge of Medal of Honor Park.  The Silk Worms, coached by Dan Barzottini were facing Fat Baby, coached by Dave Piccirilli, and I would say they were fairly well matched in some respects, but the Fat Baby had the humor and the hits. Besting the Silk Worms 9-5, the scrappy Babies put on a show, and kept the small attending audience’s attention with side splitting one liners. The M Street League has 25 teams divided in two Divisions, with Lincoln Tavern 11-1 and City Tap House 10-1 at the top of their respective divisions, these two teams are the ones to [...]

12 07, 2018

Unity Cup Tournament Proudly Plays Through Weekend at Moakley

2018-08-02T14:22:49-04:00July 12th, 2018|Categories: Sports|Comments Off on Unity Cup Tournament Proudly Plays Through Weekend at Moakley

By Richard Campbell As the World Cup headed into the final elimination rounds this past weekend (July 6th to 8th) South Boston hosted the city’s own version in the inaugural Mayor’s Unity Cup Tournament.  Sixteen Boston based soccer teams were packed into Saunders Stadium representing their original home nations in three days of competitive soccer. The tournament, designed to showcase the cultural diversity and sportsmanship of American citizens from foreign lands who live in Boston, played on the stadium field gridded out in four smaller than regulation soccer fields. The tight fit made an interesting exhibit as teams were passionately pursuing the grand prize. Organized by the mayor’s office, it was sponsored by New England Revolution, Telemundo Boston, We Got Soccer, South End Soccer, Valeo [...]

29 06, 2018

LUXE-LEISURE – A DREAM REALIZED

2018-11-27T14:46:18-05:00June 29th, 2018|Categories: Lifestyle|Comments Off on LUXE-LEISURE – A DREAM REALIZED

By: Tara M. Kerrigan Hayes   One night, as long-term couple Christine Crevier and Chris Yang were discussing the future and life goals, they discovered they shared in the same dream of some day owning their own boutique. Unsure of what they were venturing into, they decided that with hard work, passion and dedication, they could realize their dream of doing what they love, together. That evening, they took a leap of faith and filed the paperwork for an LLC for Luxe Leisure. With little to no money to fund a business, they invested their entire savings (their down payment to purchase a home) to invest in merchandise for their store, created a business plan, and rolled the dice. In 2017 Christine and Chris were [...]

29 06, 2018

Not Pot for this Summer: Adolescent Brain Development 101

2018-06-29T09:40:19-04:00June 29th, 2018|Categories: Featured, Lifestyle|Comments Off on Not Pot for this Summer: Adolescent Brain Development 101

By Richard Campbell Now that the flood gates are about to open on the Massachusetts marijuana experiment, as a follow-up on Rick Winterson’s questions last week, it would be prudent to introduce some of the latest studies on the effects of the drug on the adolescent brain.  The one thing that should be remembered is that adolescent brains (particularly male adolescent brains) are not fully formed and the consequences of smoking pot at this stage in life are different from adult use in many ways.  Anyone who has read the literature will come to this conclusion.  From more “mild” effects, like partial cognition and memory impairment, to the extreme effects for adolescents with vulnerable genetic predisposition towards mental illnesses, the record is not very encouraging. [...]

28 06, 2018

Breaking in on Broadway: Back Yard Betty’s

2018-06-28T16:01:29-04:00June 28th, 2018|Categories: News|Comments Off on Breaking in on Broadway: Back Yard Betty’s

By Richard Campbell With the permanent closing of Stephi’s on Broadway, and the remodeling of Shenanigans, Back Yard Betty’s enters the West Broadway neighborhood at the appropriate moment for tryout time. While the paint is just barely dry on this new cozy restaurant, the proprietors seem to be doing most things right. A fundamental in the restaurant business, outside of great food, is to create a welcoming atmosphere.  The staff at Betty’s have the right stuff, from hostesses to waiters and bar tenders there’s a laid-back charm to the serving style that befits the restaurant theme. The clever retro-chic style has a Mad Men appeal, designed by Assembly Design Studio, harking back to a nostalgic time. I almost expected cokes to be served in green [...]

21 06, 2018

Cannistraro Opens “The FID” at 25 Fid Kennedy

2018-06-21T09:51:16-04:00June 21st, 2018|Categories: Business, Featured|Comments Off on Cannistraro Opens “The FID” at 25 Fid Kennedy

by Rick Winterson      Thursday morning was a busy, bustling day in South Boston’s prime industrial area, its Marine Industrial Park, now entitled the Raymond L. Flynn Marine Park.  Promptly at 11 a.m., Flynn Marine Park became even busier.  J.C. Cannistraro LLC, a two-generation, family-owned firm engaged in mechanical contracting, formally and officially opened the doors to “The FID”. “The FID” is a highly evocative name that Cannistraro gave to the BPDA-owned building they now occupy at 25 Fid Kennedy Avenue.  Thomas “FID” Kennedy was a longshoreman; he was also an uncle of John F. Kennedy – think “Uncle TFK and Nephew JFK”.  A fid is actually a marine hand tool-of-the-trade used for splicing rope.  It resembles a piece of thin, tapered, sharpened doweling.  [...]

21 06, 2018

Congratulations to Boston Latin School Class 2018

2018-06-21T09:47:59-04:00June 21st, 2018|Categories: News|Comments Off on Congratulations to Boston Latin School Class 2018

On June 11, 2018, Boston Latin School, in its 383rd Commencement Exercise, celebrated the graduation of 412 students from Boston Latin School. The Ceremony took place at the Blue Hill Park Pavilion. Amongst the 412 graduates, were four students, who were named Captains to their team sport.  From left to right, Mari Barry, Cheer Captain, BC Nursing and BC Cheer Team, Coleman O’Toole, Baseball Captain, UMass, Lowell, Business Management, Claire Craddock, Lacrosse Captain, UMass Amherst, Political Science, and Joyce Welch, Hockey Captain, UMass, Amherst, Pre-Med. 

21 06, 2018

Beach & Park Update: Summer Brings Crowds of Pleasure Seekers

2018-06-21T09:44:23-04:00June 21st, 2018|Categories: Featured, News|Comments Off on Beach & Park Update: Summer Brings Crowds of Pleasure Seekers

By Richard Campbell As the heat comes on Carson beach filled up with volleyball and swimming, while crowds lined up to purchase snack food at the counter of Molly’s Beachside Cafe, patrons across the way played baseball and volleyball on Moakley Field with kids enjoying the playground areas. Glorious is the walk out to Castle Island at this time of the year, and the Castle Island Association in partnership with the DCR does a commendable job of creating an inviting place to explore, swim, boat and hang out.  Old timers say the water is warmer at Pleasure Bay than Carson Beach, but we don’t have evidence of that. While Moakley field looked great the same can’t be said for The Will McDonough Field House, which [...]

21 06, 2018

Lawn on D Celebrates Summer with Lawn of Champions

2018-06-21T09:40:44-04:00June 21st, 2018|Categories: Featured, News|Comments Off on Lawn on D Celebrates Summer with Lawn of Champions

By Richard Campbell This past Sunday families gathered to play games, exercise, listen to music by local bands and support local charities. The lawn itself is mostly artificial turf, surrounded by green grass, stages and pavilions, located behind the Boston Convention and Exhibition Center.  I have to say having been to Lawn on D a few times, that it is a one-time entertainment in many respects.  The centrally located swings are fun for kids and adults, and they offer a special opportunity to make a spectacle of oneself, and the inflatable game stations are a hit with young kids. Sponsored by Citizen’s Bank, the events were free and ran all day, bringing in the older kids later for music scene. Some famous mascots: Red Sox [...]

19 06, 2018

Mark Rooney, Officially Launches Campaign to Represent 4th District as Governor’s Councillor

2018-06-19T15:20:41-04:00June 19th, 2018|Categories: News|Comments Off on Mark Rooney, Officially Launches Campaign to Represent 4th District as Governor’s Councillor

Mark Rooney, Officially Launches Campaign to Represent 4th District as Governor’s Councillor Outpaces Incumbents’ Supporter Signatures to Certify Spot on the Ballot in September   For Immediate Release June 19, 2018   Today, Mark Rooney of South Boston officially launched his campaign to represent the 4th District on the Governor’s Council.  One of eleven brothers from South Boston, he gathered more than enough signatures to secure a position on the ballot in the Democratic Primary on September 4, 2018. Time for Change: Rooney has embarked on a campaigned focused on brining new ideas and interest to the work of the Governor’s Council.  In just one week Mark Rooney personally met and gained the support of nearly 2100 people in communities across the district including Brockton, [...]

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