Miracle on Cross Street
To the Editor,
Snow can he no fun. Especially when you live on a narrow one way street. We wanted to take a moment to publicly thank City Councilor Gabrielle Coletta Zapata for going above and beyond during last week’s blizzard to help Cross Street plowed and cleared the best they could. For reasons unknown, Cross Street had been missed by the plows. Within minutes of reaching out to Councilor Coletta Zapata, she and the amazing Elaine Donovan were on it. Plows were dispatched immediately, and the situation was resolved quickly and efficiently. What followed felt like a Cross Street Miracle—the plows arrived, neighbors filmed and shared drone footage and children rang cowbells in celebration. After days of snow and frustration, Cross Street was finally clear. Except for the Fairy Forest, but they’re ok.
This, dear neighbors, is how government is supposed to work—responsive, accountable, and connected to the people it serves. We are deeply grateful to Councilor Coletta for her swift action and care for our community.
Julie Hall
57th Michael P. Quinn Dinner Dance set for March 28
Over the years much has changed, in 1969 average cost of a new house was $ 15,550.00, new car $3,270.00 and the cost per gallon for gas was 35 cents.
The Quinn Scholarship continues to award annual scholarships to the fine men and women of our beloved town.
Remaining to survive is made possible by your fiscal support.
We will continue our tradition as we celebrate the 57th Michael P Quinn Scholarship Dinner Dance on 3/28/2026, at Bunker Hill Knights of Columbus Hall, 545 Medford St, Charlestown, Ma 02129. This evening we will be saluting the 2025, Quinn scholar Grace Gans Linnane a 2025 graduate from East Boston High and matriculating at Assumption University with the class of 2029
Our featured speaker will be Brigadier General Joseph A Katz, U.S.M.C., Commanding General, 4th Marine Logistic Group. General Katz is a Boston native, and a 1998 graduate of Massachusetts Maritime Academy.
Once again the six course meal will be provided by Sandy Griffin McLaughlin, and the musical enjoyment provided by Alan La Bella. Tickets are $ 50.00 per person and can be purchased by email maryfitzpatrick@ comcast.net, or calling 617-242-5493.
As always your perpetual support is cherished.
Ronan J FitzPatrick
Treasurer