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Bob was one of the many that way overpaid for the cap knowing 100% of the money for this batch was going to pay toward Scottie Mac’s recovery fund. Other’s that way overpaid- Frank Mccormick, Kenny Tashjy, Jeff Tarr and Richard Ross
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We have a ton of raffle items, including the flatscreen TV, sister, Felicia’s book, Echo Dot, framed photo, sign by senator tour of the state house, Mountain bike, Prince guitar art, Glenn Hale photos, a ton of gift cards, etc.
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Chief Eric Smith is pleased to announce that the Gloucester Fire Department was awarded $4,381 for the Fiscal Year 2023 Student Awareness of Fire Education (S.A.F.E.) Program and $2,277 for the Senior SAFE Program by the Massachusetts Department of Fire Services.
The funding gives the department the opportunity to work directly with students in schools and seniors to educate them about fire safety and prevention. Each program is tailored to the common needs of each age group and includes general fire prevention reminders and safe practices in the home. Lessons feature many safety topics including steps to take if a fire alarm goes off.
The lessons taught in the school-based program are in line with the standards of the Department of Elementary and Secondary Education Health Curriculum Frameworks and the state Department of Fire Services Curriculum Planning Guidebook.
Twenty-seven years after the introduction of the S.A.F.E program within schools, the rate of annual child fire deaths has decreased by 78%, according to the state’s Department of Fire Services, which administers the two programs.
To learn more about the Massachusetts Department of Fire Services’ S.A.F.E program, click here.
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Gloucester Fishermen vs Woburn Tanners Boys Varsity Hockey (replay) 1-18-23 Please take a moment and hit the SUSCRIBE button to keep informed of all our great Sports and Events coverages on Cape Ann
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We are delighted to announce that Maritime Gloucester’s NEW Maritime Science Education Center is OPENING on Friday, January 27 with a Ribbon Cutting at 3:30pm with VIP, Media and Press docent-led tours immediately following.
Michael and I would love to see you on January 27 to personally showcase our newly renovated and innovative space here at Maritime Gloucester.
Please see the press release attached for further details of the project and the celebration of the Maritime Science Education Center opening.
Should you need additional information or photographs, please let me know.
Best,
Elizabeth Carey Communications and Engagement Maritime Gloucester
I’d like to thank my wife Katelyn Ciaramitaro for leading the fundraising 50/50, raffle and silent auction with Ralph DiGiorgio. I’d like to thank Caitlin Pszenny and Nic for being incredible hosts and donating all of the bowling proceeds. Thanks go out to the bowlers who showed up and had a great time. I’d like to thank Ruth Carroll Pino, Annie Rochon and Susan Gould Coviello for help collecting money at the gate. I’d like to thank Pat Dalpiaz and Jim Dalpiaz for her work as treasurer. Teresa Imbrunone Ferrara for her patient help at Cape Ann Savings Bank. Most importantly I’d like to thank all those local businesses and residents that donated raffle prizes and bought raffle tickets that drove home the huge number for Scottie’s care. I’d be remiss to not mention Warren Waugh and Karen Hanson for their support in the darkest days of trying to get Scottie home.
Drum Roll Please…….. The Final number is $31,238.00
$725.00 previously deposited, $29,690.00 deposited this morning and a check to be collected tomorrow for $823.00
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Gloucester – Joseph J. Mondello, 96, of Gloucester, MA, beloved husband of the late Virginia (Murray) Mondello, entered into eternal rest on Saturday, January 14, 2023, at Brightview Senior Living in Danvers, passing peacefully with family by his side. Born in the family home on Mondello Square on November 20, 1926, to the late Francesco and Francesca (Carbonaro) Mondello, originally of Messina, Sicily, Joe remained a lifelong resident until 2022. The last surviving member of 15 children, Joe spent his entire life in devotion to his family, his faith, and his country. Joe attended Gloucester High School until he enlisted in the US Navy at age 17 and served as a gunman aboard the USS Denver during World War II. He fought mainly in the Pacific and was awarded the World War II Victory Medal, Navy Occupation SVC Medal, Asiatic-Pacific Campaign Medal, American Campaign Medal and the Philippine Liberation Ribbon. After returning home from war, he married Virginia, “Ginny”, his wife of 67 years, and together they raised three sons and two daughters. Known as Joe the Cobbler to the Gloucester community, our dear patriarch will be fondly remembered as a gregarious and humble pillar of Cape Ann. His career spanned 7 decades at Mondello Shoe Repair on Pleasant Street until he retired at the age of 93. For his traditional work ethic and customer service, he earned the Small Businessman of the Year Award in 2001, a title he never coveted but certainly deserved. All who knew him loved him not only for his friendly demeanor, but also for his quality workmanship on shoes, accessories, luggage, skate-sharpening and more. His shop walls were decorated with family photos, pictures from the Navy, and other memorabilia that sparked many conversations with his customers. He left an indelible impression on so many as he spent his days whistling while he worked, imparting classic one-liners and recounting numerous tales of his time in the Navy. Customers would stop by for the service, stay for the stories and often leave with “no charge”, especially for those he knew couldn’t afford the repairs. The extent of his generosity will never be known. For close to 10 years, Joe also worked part-time at Rose Marine applying his mechanical skills where needed. He volunteered in various roles: at St. Peter’s and St. Anthony’s churches as a sexton, as bus driver and manager for the St. Peter’s Bagpipe Band, and as a member of the International Dory Racing Committee. Joe enjoyed traveling with his family, including camping trips to New Hampshire, to Nova Scotia for the dory boat races, to Disney World and on Caribbean cruises. He was an avid gardener and loved sharing his vegetables. Some of his favorite pastimes included enjoying a glass of scotch or red wine as well as fellowship at the Gloucester Elks and driving around the backshore and to the State Pier to check on the many fishermen in his family. He and Ginny offered Friday night sleepovers for their grandchildren and hosted Sunday dinners after mass. Their door was always open to family, friends, and neighbors. Joe is survived by his children, Joseph Mondello Jr. and wife, Jacquie (Nickerson), Peter Mondello and wife, Allison (Creed), Michael Mondello and partner, Ron Kosciak, Cynthia Bolcome and husband, Martin, Ann Capillo and husband James; grandchildren Jonathan Mondello, Tracy Mondello, Carol Mondello, Laura Mondello-Hofacre and husband, Johnathan, Haley Klemczuk and husband Robert, Mary O’Hanley and husband, Michael, Katherine Bolcome-Owen and husband Michael, Nathaniel Bolcome and wife Kathryn (Sartwell), David Bolcome and wife Hannah (Lodi); great-grandchildren, Isabelle Mondello, James Roderick, Kyle Williamson, Angel Williamson-Salois, Michael, Nichole and Rachelle Lane, Mia Contilli, Brooke Romeo, Peter and Atlas Hofacre, Jackson Martin, Mack Klemczuk, Adelyn and Aubrey O’Hanley, River and Mary Kathryn Bolcome, Belinha Bolcome; great-great grandson Octavius Lane; sisters-in-law Maureen Murray and Gail Mondello. He also leaves behind numerous nieces and nephews, as well as his close friend, David Bowling. In addition to his parents and wife, Joe was predeceased by his 14 brothers and sisters, grandsons Jamie and Joey Roderick, and great-granddaughter Ginnymarie Hofacre.
Visiting hours for Joe will be held on Thursday, January 19, from 4 to 7 p.m. at Greely Funeral Home, 212 Washington Street, Gloucester. Extended family and friends are cordially invited to attend. His funeral Mass will be held at St. Ann’s Church (Holy Family Parish) 60 Pleasant Street, Gloucester, on Friday January 20, at 11 a.m. and the burial to follow in Calvary Cemetery. The family respectfully requests that those that are not feeling well refrain from attending the services. Contributions may be made in Joe’s name to Care Dimensions of Danvers or the Cape Ann Veterans Services. For online condolences, please visit http://www.greelyfuneralhomecom.
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When average dining is just not enough. Go see Neal Maver and his cast of glorious misfits. It’s a who’s who of the Gloucester dining scene all executing at a cut above. Sexy room?✅Sexy food?✅Sexy cocktails?✅ Neal and crew are checking off all the boxes. 🍌🍌🍌
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