WW II Memorial Vandalized – John Mullen Passes
by Rick Winterson A positive report on Sunday’s Parade and the spectators’ overall behavior was unfortunately balanced by a downside report on Monday morning. The striking World War II Memorial on the beach at the beginning of the Pleasure Bay Causeway to Castle Island was vandalized. A large quantity of an oily liquid was poured over most of [...]
Fair Warning – No Public Drinking at the St. Pat’s Day Parade
FAIR WARNING The Boston Police Department is issuing a precaution that no public drinking is allowed anywhere in South Boston along the Parade route – from Broadway Station, east on Broadway to P Street, back along Fourth and Fifth to the Heights, then down to Dorchester Street and ending in Andrew Square. NOWHERE! Being caught drinking in public will [...]
Boston Celtic Al Horford brings the luck of the Irish to Firefighters in South Boston
Dunkin’ made a surprise delivery to Engine 2 and Ladder 19 in South Boston with the help of Al Horford. To fuel the start to St. Patrick’s Day weekend, Horford will serve Irish Creme Coffee which is back in stores for the first time in five years to the firefighters. They will also provided them with tickets to an upcoming [...]
Fox & The Knife, A Cut Above
By Tara Kerrigan Hayes When you enter Fox & The Knife you’re immediately hit with sheer, exuberant, energy. Described as an Italian inspired Enoteca, this neighborhood joint is bursting with personality, with an Amy Winehouse meets Julia Child sort of vibe. From the buzz of the crowd, to the intoxicating aromas, the character of the décor, and the thoughtfully [...]
Gate of Heaven & St. Brigid Parishes Adult Confirmation Classes and Lent Schedule
Adult Confirmation Classes Classes are open to anyone who is over the age of 18, has been baptized into the Catholic Church, and has received First Penance and First Communion, but not yet been Confirmed. Documentation for Baptism and First Communion must be provided. Classes will meet in the Parish Offices at 841 East Broadway from 6:30PM – 8PM. Class [...]
Hangover Heaven, IV Lounges and Drip Bars
By Brianne Fitzgerald, Family and Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner Recoverymattersma.org The idea of intravenous vitamin therapy became popular in 2012 with raves coming from Hollywood celebrities like Rihanna and Adele. How is that the idea of being stuck with a needle in an unregulated walk-in clinic and run by for profit companies has been turned into a wellness must for those [...]