Opinion

By Phil Orlandella

NEW Health/NEMPAC Request has Merit

Growing support continues to be mounting in the community for the idea of NEW Health and the North End Music and Performing Arts Center (NEMPAC) to run the North Bennet Street Nazzaro Center and providing additional health and art services when the facility becomes available and when a new community center is built adjacent to the Mirabella Pool on Commercial Street.

Both non—profit organizations have made it publicly clear of their intentions to meet the needs of the community. The idea has merit.

NEAA to Honor Al Vilar

Each season on baseball opening day, the North End Athletic Association (NEAA) recognizes and honors someone for their outstanding contribution and dedication to the community.

Longtime Little League coach Al Vilar will take center stage at Langone Park for his time and effort he gave to players, parents and the NEAA.

Vilar has always been respected for his ability to coach, the basics of the game, especially sportsmanship.

He will toss out the traditional first pitch.