THE MALDEN ADVOCATE - Friday, February 15, 2019 Page 9 Maldonian publishes fi rst book Mystic River Watershed Association announces new board members Maldonian Robert Santoro published his book, “The Amazing Life of Johnny Saint Gold.” Santoro now resides in Lynnfi eld, Mass. (Courtesy Photos) obert Santoro, who was born and raised in Malden, recently published his fi rst book, which is currently selling on Amazon.com. The book’s title is “The Amazing Life of Johnny Saint Gold.” Santoro wrote this story based on real-life events that he heard about growing up as his father recounted his adventures as a young boy before and after coming to America. The book tells the story of how Santoro’s father was kidnapped by the Italian Militia at the age of nine in 1896. He was dragged into a military battle in a foreign land before he escaped and struggled through the many roadblocks he had to face to be free in the USA. R The cover of “The Amazing Life of Johnny Saint Gold” by Robert Santoro According to the author, the book has many references to Malden that longtime residents will identify with. “I wrote this primarily for the family, but I think everyone will enjoy reading this story,” said Santoro. “It has exciting content about what my father lived through. I think it is a book for everyone.” “The Amazing Life of Johnny Saint Gold” is available in both softcover book and Kindle versions on Amazon.com. The book currently holds a fi ve-star rating. SNOW BLOWER SALES, SERVICE & REPAIRS Pickup/Delivery Available 781-289-6466 WE WORK FOR YOU! * Have your car repaired by * An I-CAR GOLD CLASS SHOP for 1605 North Shore Road, Revere * 781-284-1200 Visit us at: www.AtlasAutobody.com or call (781) 284-1200 to schedule your appointment today! he Mystic River Watershed Association (MyRWA) is pleased to announce the addition of three new members to its Board of Directors. Meera Deean, Erik Hansen and Joshua Weinberg were appointed to the Board of Directors in January 2019. “Meera, Erik and Joshua bring a wide-range of relevant experience to the board, as well as a passion for improving the local environment and their communities,” said MyRWA Executive Director Patrick Herron. “We are thrilled they are joining the MyRWA team. They will T be instrumental in restoring and transforming our Mystic River watershed.” Deean is a Senior Architect/ Urban Designer at the Boston Planning & Development Agency, where she conducts design reviews for building projects and prepares urban design studies for public input. Previously Boston Harbor Now’s Director of Planning, she helped stakeholders think holistically about development harbor-wide. Deean holds a B.A. in Art History from Williams College and a DIRECTORS | SEE PAGE 20
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