South Boston Collaborative Center will honor two citizens at awards night
By RICK WINTERSON The South Boston Collaborative Center, located where the Washington Village Branch Library once was at 1226A Columbia Road, is a pillar of South Boston. Briefly stated, the Collaborative lends a hand – both professionally and compassionately – to anyone in the throes of an addiction, whether it’s from drugs, alcohol, prescription medicines, or any other form of [...]
Cyclists return from fundraising ride to Florida
Thomas Regan and Mark Delamere are in front of the map that plotted out the progress of the fundraising cyclists – Tom Regan, Michael Kineavy and Tim Connolly – which South Boston Online reported on in our last issue. Well, the riders made it all the way to Florida (look closely at the trail of thumbtacks that breaks the Florida [...]
George LoCascio brings a touch of Italy to the Ollie seniors
Does stuffed sausage ravioli and capreze salad bring a smile to your face, along with images of your favorite Italian restaurant? Well, that’s what Papa George did for the seniors at the South Boston Neighborhood House Senior Center. Papa George – also known as our favorite “yes” man “George LoCasio” – brought his knowledge and expertise direct from Italy by [...]
Photos: South Boston High School prom
South Boston High School held its prom at Lombardo's in Randolph on Saturday, May 21. About 90 attended and had a good time. The high school's graduation is Thursday, June 9.
Sports keep young athletes busy in South Boston
Last weekend in South Boston there was plenty of energy being expended on the playing fields and in the gyms, as youngsters played in softball, baseball and basketball games. From the Tynan gym to Moakley Park, kids from South Boston and the Boston area were busy competing, being with friends, and enjoying the outdoors. –Kevin Devlin At the Tynan [...]
Southie softball season is in swing
By MARIELLA COLLINS The 2016 South Boston Girls Softball League (SBGSL) season is underway. Established in 2007, the SBGSL is a registered Amateur Softball Association (ASA) organization that continues to provide mentorship and competitive play for hundreds of girls and young women ages five through 17 in the South Boston area and neighboring communities. The SBGSL offers house league programs [...]