Quincy 365 - Issue #0031

In This Issue of Quincy 365…

📝 Quincy Fugitive Tuen Kit Lee Arrested in California

📝Michelle Hanly Appointed as Quincy's New Director of Elder Services

📝 City Councilor Noel DiBona Vies for Norfolk County Register of Deeds Position

📝 Two Quincy residents killed in head-on crash

📝 Stop & Shop to Close Underperforming Stores in the Northeast

📝Off the Hook Bar & Grill's 3rd Annual Flounder Round-Up & Block Party: Fishing, Music, and Fun

Quincy Fugitive Tuen Kit Lee Arrested in California

Tuen Kit Lee, known as the "Bad Breath Rapist," was captured in California after evading authorities for 16 years. Convicted of raping and kidnapping a woman in 2005, Lee fled Massachusetts in 2007. His arrest was the result of collaborative efforts by multiple law enforcement agencies. Lee was found living under an alias in a multi-million dollar home in Diablo, California.

Michelle Hanly Appointed as Quincy's New Director of Elder Services.

Mayor Thomas Koch has appointed Michelle Hanly, the city's current Recreation Director, as Quincy's new Director of Elder Services. Hanly will replace Thomas Clasby, Jr., who was recently terminated amid an ongoing investigation into financial irregularities within the department.

Hanly brings nearly 20 years of experience from the Recreation Division and has been praised for her successful expansion of programming and services. Clasby's dismissal comes after he was placed on paid leave on April 19, with the mayor citing "financial irregularities" and "fraudulent activity" as reasons for the termination. This is not the first time Clasby has faced misconduct allegations, having resigned from the board of Elder Housing Corp. in 2009 over conflict of interest policy violations.

City Councilor Noel DiBona Vies for Norfolk County Register of Deeds Position

Quincy Councilor-at-large Noel DiBona has announced his candidacy for Norfolk County Register of Deeds, challenging incumbent Democrat Bill O'Donnell, who has held the position for 20 years. DiBona brings extensive experience in public service and private sector management, having served on the Quincy City Council and School Committee and holding positions in the Norfolk County Registry of Deeds and Sheriff's Office. If elected, DiBona has pledged to modernize the registry and upgrade its information technology systems. He has confirmed that if his bid succeeds, he will complete his current term on the city council but will not seek reelection in 2025.

Two Quincy residents killed in head-on crash

Two people lost their lives in an early morning crash involving up to three vehicles on Interstate 93 southbound in Methuen, Massachusetts, according to state police. The accident occurred around 2:10 a.m. near Exit 43.

Preliminary investigations by state police suggest that a 2020 Toyota RAV4, driven by a 53-year-old Quincy resident, was traveling the wrong way—northbound in the southbound lanes of Interstate 93. This vehicle collided head-on with a 2021 Toyota Camry, driven by a 21-year-old Quincy resident, who was pronounced dead at the scene.

Following the head-on collision, the Camry was hit by a third vehicle, whose driver was uninjured. The driver of the RAV4 was transported to a local hospital, where they were later pronounced dead.

All three lanes of Interstate 93 southbound were closed for about three hours to allow for the investigation and crash recovery.

Stop & Shop to Close Underperforming Stores in the Northeast

Stop & Shop plans to close some underperforming stores in the Northeast, with decisions influenced by factors such as market position and store performance. Recently remodeled stores are less likely to close. The chain operates 397 stores, primarily in Massachusetts, New York, Connecticut, New Jersey, and Rhode Island. The closures aim to ensure a stable future by focusing on core markets.

Off the Hook Bar & Grill's 3rd Annual Flounder Round-Up & Block Party: Fishing, Music, and Fun

Off the Hook Bar & Grill is hosting the 3rd Annual Flounder Round-Up & Block Party, which combines a fishing tournament with a day of live music, food, and drinks. The all-ages fishing tournament has a $30 entry fee, with prizes awarded for the largest fish caught. The Block Party will feature a Beer Tent, live performances by various artists, and a sponsor tent from South Shore Buds.

Event Details:

Block Party:

• Starts at 11:30 am

• Beer Tent featuring draft beer and seasonal sangria

• Live music throughout the day with performances by Shark Nation, 9 Months in Katie, and Brooke & Jimmy, with more acts to be announced

Sponsor Tent:

• Hosted by South Shore Buds

• Offering t-shirts, gift cards, VIP programs, and other swag

Flounder Round-Up Details:

• Entry Fee: $30 per person, open to all ages

• Fishing Start Time: Sunrise

• Weigh-In: 2:00-3:30 pm

• Prizes: Trophy, cash prize, and swag for the largest fish by length (tie-breaker based on weight)

• You must provide your own rod, bait, and a way to get out fishing.

Events this week in Quincy

6/4/24

• Local Author Talk- Growing Up Quinzee 7pm-8pm @ Main Library

6/6/24

• Acoustic Song Circle with Mike Delaney @ Main Library 6pm-8pm

6/7/24

• Porchfest Quincy Beer Release @ Break Rock Brewing 6pm-9pm

• Paint Your Pride - Pottery Event @ Break Rock Brewing 6-8pm Tickets

• The Band With No Name @ Pete's Bar and Grille 9pm

6/8/24

• Steve Sweeney @Fox and Hound 8pm Tickets

• Stand up Comedy @ Squantum Yacht Club 7:30pm Tickets

• Squirrel Run XXVI @ Pageant Field Event Info

• 3nd Annual Flounder Round-Up & Block Party @ Off the Hook

• A Little Bit Shaggy @ Quincy Elks Lodge 8pm

• KRUSH @ Pete's Grill 9pm-1am

6/9/24

• Luna Foundation Aruba’s Spring fundraising 11am@ The Pour Yard Event Info

• Marina Bay Summer Market 12pm-4pm

• Concerts at the Crane: Jean Danton & Luke Molloy ~ Vocalist & Piano 3pm-4pm @ Main Library

• Concert for Peace 3pm @ Christ Church

• Celebrating Joe Bargar’s Birthday to benefit the Quincy Band Boosters Fund.4pm-8pm @ Quincy Yacht Club

• Matt Demo - Acoustic Hits @ Tony's Clam Shop 4pm-7pm

6/11/24

• Paint Your Pet Night @ Cagney's 6:30pm Tickets

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6/12/24

• Beer Mug Painting @ Break Rock 6pm-9pm Tickets

6/15/24

• Quincy Flag Day Parade

• Discover Vegans - 5pm @Garden Patch By The Sea

6/18/24

• Eat, Drink, Model Fashion Show Fundraiser @ Marina Bay Boardwalk 5pm Tickets

6/21/24

• Endless 80’s Summer with Sunset Strip @ Pete's Grill 9pm-12:30am

6/22/24

• Allie Jason @Kilroy's OTS 7pm-10pm

6/28/24

• Custom Jute Tote Bag Paint Class @ Break Rock 6-8pm Details

6/29/24

• 8th Annual basketball tournament @ Fenno Street Courts 8am-3pm by Resources for Recovery

• Gospel R&B Brunch @ Quincy Sons of Italy 11am-3pm Tickets

• Music with Kevin Richard @Garden Patch By The Sea 6pm