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61st Annual Quincy Flag Day Parade 2012:

Jimmy Hui, President/Chief Executive Officer at The Jimmy Hui Foundation office is very pleased to announce that 61st Annual Quincy Flag Day Parade sponsored by: Mayor Tom Koch and The City of Quincy will be held on Saturday, June 16, 2012 begins at 7:00 p.m. for the parade will take place at from Coddington Street all way to Adams Field: 1 Merrymount Parkway and the ceremony and fireworks will take place at Pageant Field: 1 Merrymount Parkway to opens for all of Quincy residents, persons with disabilities, citizens and the public are welcome to attend the event throughout this summer season here in city of Quincy.

Since 60 years ago, the Quincy Flag Day Parade was part of the Koch Club founder by Richard J. Koch who organizes the special events to celebrate on Flag Day in the summer of 1951 to honor of those brave men and women who are still wearing the military uniform to serve as: Army, Air Forces, Armed Forces, Coast Guard,  Marines, National Guard and Navy to serve their country overseas around in the world.

The celebration portion of the evening held at Pageant Field following the parade consists of a flag rising of an impressive 30' x 60' version of Old Glory, a fly-over, a patriotic medley and presentation of awards to the parade grand marshals and the recipient of the Richard J. Koch Youth Service award and capped by a dazzling 30 minutes fireworks display over Black Creek.

The Quincy Access Television (QATV) will broadcast live coverage of the Quincy Flag Day Parade airs on QATV Channel 8 to opens for all of Quincy residents are welcome to watch from home during the flag day parade event.

Public Transportation:

* MBTA Bus Routes #210 and #212 stops at St. Ann Road

* MBTA Red Lines stops at Wollaston Station

* MBTA The Ride (for disabled persons only)

Weather Permitting: rain or shine, the rain date on Saturday, June 23, 2012 at 7:00 p.m. at Pageant Field.

For more information about the Quincy Flag Day Parade, please contact Quincy Park Department at (617) 376-1251 or Quincy Recreation Department at (617) 376-1394.

Special Olympics Massachusetts: Summer Games 2012:

Jimmy Hui, President/Chief Executive Officer at The Jimmy Hui Foundation office is very pleased to announce that Special Olympics will host their Summer Olympics Games at Boston University for the Opening Ceremony and at Harvard University for the summer games which it will be held on Friday, June 15, 2012 through Sunday, June 17, 2012 in city of Boston.

The Special Olympics Massachusetts is calling for all of volunteers all across the cities, towns and counties right here in the state of Massachusetts should have a chance an opportunity to sign up and register for the Special Olympics at Boston University and Harvard University during the summer games events.

The public transportation will be provided by MBTA: Green Line (B) Boston College line at Babcock Street Station and  Red Line to Alewife at Harvard Station for the Special Olympics event.

For more information about the Special Olympics Massachusetts, please visit their website directly at: http://www.specialolympicsma.org/summer.php with the details.

Quincy Public Schools: Summer Scene 2012 Program:

The Quincy Public Schools will continues to offer a variety of engaging and exciting summer programs. Information about all programs, as well as a registration form, can be found in the Summer Scene 2012 brochure. CLICK HERE

For more information about the Summer Scene 2012 program, please contact Janice A. Erler, Coordinator of Extended Educational Programs at (617) 984-8888 or e-mail at: jerler@quincy.k12.ma.us with any questions or concerns.

Fire Hydrant Inspection:

In an effort to ensure adequate fire protection for Quincy residents, the Quincy Fire Department, in conjunction with the Quincy Department of Public Works: Water and Sewer Division will conduct citywide fire hydrant inspections and flow testing. The citywide project begins on Tuesday, May 1, 2012 and should be completed by Thursday, June 3, 2012. Hydrant inspections will be performed from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. and from 1:00 to 3:00 p.m. each day, including Saturdays.

The schedule for hydrant inspection is as follows:

Ward 1: Tuesday, May 1, 2012 through Saturday, May 5, 2012

Ward 2: Monday, May 7, 2012 through Sunday, May 13, 2012

Ward 3: Monday, May 14, 2012 through Saturday, May 19, 2012

Ward 4: Monday, May 21, 2012 through Saturday, May 26, 2012

Ward 5: Monday, May 28, 2012 though Saturday, June 2, 2012

Ward 6: Monday, June 4, 2012 through Saturday, June 9, 2012

Residents may encounter temporary, non-harmful discoloration and minor pressure drops during the test. Homeowner should run the water until clean if necessary. Please contact Quincy Water Department at (617) 376-1910 if problems persist with your water service.

Officer Jamie Cochrane Memorial Road Race 2012:

Jimmy Hui, President/Chief Executive Officer at The Jimmy Hui Foundation office is very pleased to announce that Officer Jamie Cochrane Memorial Road Race will returns in the fall season during the school year right here in city of Quincy which it would be a great opportunity to honor of our fallen Quincy Police Officer Jamie Cochrane was killed in the motorcycle accident last 7 years ago on September 10, 2006.

The Officer Jamie Cochrane Memorial Road Race is a first road race event launched in September 2008 by Quincy Police Officer Gregg Hartnett and the Officer Jamie Cochrane Memorial Road Race committee organized the entire event right here in city of Quincy before Mayor Tom Koch took office during his first term as role of Mayor of Quincy.

This event will be held on Sunday, September 9, 2012 begins at 10:00 a.m. at Pageant Field: 1 Merrymount Parkway, Quincy, MA to opens for all of Quincy residents, persons with disabilities, citizens and the public are welcome to attend and to sign up and participate for the road race!

All events will begin and end outside Adams Field on Merrymount Parkway. All pre and post events will be held at Pageant Field.

There will be raffles, DJ, medical team from Quincy Fallon Ambulance, traffic control by Quincy Police Department, toilet facilities, eight water stops, refreshments and much more.

Admission:

The entry fee costs $25.00 (first 700 registrants get free t-shirts).

Online Registration / Printable Registration Application Form:

* The online registration will be ongoing throughout the fall until on Friday, September 7, 2012: CLICK HERE

* Download Printable Registration Application Form (courtesy of: Adobe Reader® X or any version): CLICK HERE

Registration @ Pageant Field: 1 Merrymount Parkway, Quincy, MA:

* Pre-registration will be held on Saturday, September 8, 2012 begins at 2:00 -- 5:00 p.m.

* Registration will be held on Sunday, September 9, 2012 begins at 8:00 -- 9:30 a.m.

For more information about the Officer Jamie Cochrane Memorial Road Race event, please contact Quincy Police Officer Greg Hartnett can be reached at (617) 908-8587 or e-mail: gregghartnett@gmail.com with any questions or concerns or visit their website at: www.cochraneroadrace.com with the details.

Best Buddies Challenge:

Jimmy Hui, President/Chief Executive Officer at The Jimmy Hui Foundation office is very pleased to announce that Best Buddies Challenges will be held on Saturday, June 2, 2012 in city of Hyannis Port, Massachusetts hosted by the New England Patriots Quarterback Tom Brady and WHDH 7 News anchor Adams Williams will team up for the Best Buddies challenge event which it would be a great opportunity for the residents, persons with disabilities, citizens and the public should take their time off to help and support for the Best Buddies program right here in the state of Massachusetts.

What if you woke up one day and felt sad and alone? You had no one to eat lunch with and no one to share your life with? There are 7.5 million Americans with intellectual disabilities -- and 200 million worldwide -- one of the most neglected and undervalued population in the world, and, as such, children with intellectual disabilities often grow up experiencing a life of rejection and isolation. Through Best Buddies, hundreds of thousands of people with intellectual disabilities have successfully moved from segregation and desolation to a new acceptable in their family and community. In turn, Best Buddies has created a new spirit of public service for thousands of middle school, high school and college students as well as citizen and e-Buddies volunteers that will last a lifetime.

Donation Contribution Online:

* New England Patriots Quarterback Tom Brady's donation page: CLICK HERE

* WHDH 7 News Morning Anchor Adam Williams's donation page: CLICK HERE

For more information how you can help and support for the Best Buddies challenge event, please visit the Best Buddies Challenge website with the details: CLICK HERE.

MBTA & MassDOT announces the 23% proposal approved for FY 2013 budget will remain in the effect on July 1st:

On Wednesday, April 4, 2012: the MBTA and MassDOT board members has already cast their vote with 4-1 to approved for the 23% for the fare hike and service cut with their fiscal year budget in 2012-2013 will remain in the effective to begins on Sunday, July 1st, 2012 in the order to use the public transportation service during the commute rush hours.

Please take your time to take a look the 23% proposal were presented by the MBTA and MassDOT officials which it would be available on the MBTA official website: CLICK HERE

Announcements:

Boston Celtics NBA Playoff 2012 Schedule:

Symbol Key: * = If Necessary | Boston Celtics and Philadelphia 76ers are tied at 1-1 series.

Schedule is a subject to change by the NBA officials.

Quincy DPW Yardwaste Schedule 2012:

Drop off YARDWASTE and RECYCLABLES at the DPW Yard starts Monday through Friday from 7:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Open Saturdays from April 7, 2012 through Mid-December from 7:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Yardwaste stickers are required on all Yardwaste Barrels.

Place leaves, grass clippings, and twigs into brown paper bags, cardboard boxes or barrels clearly marked with YARDWASTE STICKERS. Use NO PLASTIC BAGS. Yardwaste will be collected curbside on your regular trash day according to this calendar.

May 2012: Yardwaste

Thursday, May 17, 2012

Friday, May 18, 2012

Tuesday, May 29, 2012

Wednesday, May 30, 2012

Thursday, May 31, 2012

June 2012: Yardwaste

Friday, June 1, 2012

Saturday, June 2, 2012 Household Hazardous Waste Day from 8:00 -- 10:00 a.m.

Monday, June 11, 2012

Tuesday, June 12, 2012

Wednesday, June 13, 2012

Thursday, June 14, 2012

Friday, June 15, 2012

Monday, June 25, 2012

Tuesday, June 26, 2012

Wednesday, June 27, 2012

Thursday, June 28, 2012

Friday, June 29, 2012

July 2012: Yardwaste

Monday, July 9, 2012

Tuesday, July 10, 2012

Wednesday, July 11, 2012

Thursday, July 12, 2012

Friday, July 13, 2012

Monday, July 23, 2012

Tuesday, July 24, 2012

Wednesday, July 25, 2012

Thursday, July 26, 2012

Friday, July 27, 2012

Sound Advice with Attorney Thomas F. Williams: Courtesy of: Thomas F. Williams & Associates

Quincy Access Television Channel 8 Program Schedule:

**Schedule is subject to change on QATV Channel 8.**

WATD 95.9 FM Program Schedule:

Every Saturday mornings from 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. to listen the Sound Advice show with Attorney Thomas F. Williams on WATD 95.9 FM throughout the entire of South Shore communities. Tune in and call in at (781) 837-4900 with a legal advice and/or suggestions.

Listen Live Online: Sound Advice with Attorney Thomas F. Williams on WATD 95.9 FM

In Your Neighborhood on QATV Channel 8 and QATV Channel 11 Program Schedule:

QATV Channel 8:

QATV Channel 11:

**Schedule is subject to change of the program on QATV Channel 8 and QATV Channel 11.**

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