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Friendship party for Tommy Hally helps family with health issue

September 15th, 2019 Comments Closed

DORCHESTER — More than 800 people stopped by Florian Hall in Dorchester during the Friendship Party for Tommy Hall to support the South Boston resident who is facing a health challenge. Among those in attendance at the party on Friday, September 13, 2019, were Boston city councilors Mike Flaherty and Ed Flynn, and Quincy Mayor Tom Koch. According to “Caught in Southie”: Tommy is suffering from Stage 4 Sarcoidosis – an inflammatory disease that affects…

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Co. Sligo Association of Boston holds annual St. Patrick’s banquet

March 5th, 2019 Comments Closed

DORCHESTER — 450 guests attended The Co. Sligo Association of Boston’s 11th annual St Patrick’s banquet, which was held on Sunday, March 3, 2019 at Florian Hall in Dorchester. The traditional corned beef and cabbage dinner gathering also recognizes a member of the community. This year’s honoree was Raymond “Ray” McVeigh. The event was emcee’d by Jim Brett, with entertainment provided by the Andy Healy Band and the Heavey-Quinn Academy of Irish Dance. Proceeds from…

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Robert Pacitti turns his birthday into a celebration for those with special needs

December 11th, 2018 Comments Closed

DORCHESTER — 450 guests turned out at Florian Hall in Dorchester to help South Boston resident Robert Pacitti celebrate his 65th birthday. Pacitti used the gathering to raise money for South Boston Special Kids & Young Adults. Among those on hand to join in the fun was Boston Mayor Marty Walsh. All photos by Bill Brett

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South Boston High School holds reunion for Classes of ’67, ’68, and ’69

November 21st, 2018 Comments Closed

DORCHESTER — More than 400 guests attended the joint reunion for the South Boston High School Classes of 1967, 1968, and 1969, which was held at Florian Hall on November 17, 2018. The presidents of all three classes were in attendance, Walter Stafford, Bill Doherty, and Steve Flaherty. All photos by Bill Brett.

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Sligo Association holds 10th annual dinner

March 7th, 2018 Comments Closed

DORCHESTER — The Sligo Association of Boston held its 10th annual St. Patrick’s Celebration Corned Beef Dinner that took place on March 4, 2018 at Florian Hall. The event featured the music of the Andy Healy Band. All photos by Bill Brett, whose family came to the U.S. from County Sligo.

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