Page 6 THE MALDEN ADVOCATE–Friday, September 26, 2025 ~ Malden Musings ~ Saint Rock Festa Weekend Continued By Peter Levine T he 95th Annual Festa San Rocco has danced its way into the history books, leaving behind the sweet scent of sausage, peppers & onions, the echo of laughter down Pearl Street (“does anybody remember laughter?” said in my best Robert Plant voice, and how darn apropos is that in 2025!) and enough memories to fill a hundred photo albums (if we still filled photo albums). This year, Mother Nature herself must have struck a deal with our beloved Saint Rocco — because not a single raindrop dared interrupt the celebration. From the very first note of music (The Reminisants) to the last piece of fried dough Esther handed out, San Rock pilgrims who made the journey to Pearl Street were rewarded with nothing but joy, laughter and fun, fun, fun! The kind you can only find in Edgeworth in Malden on Saint Rocco Weekend. For real! The entertainment? Outta sight, man! The backyard parties? Epic (actually, I have heard rumors — a couple may still be going on!). The Italian American Citizens’ Club once again proved that they host the greatest Italian block party outside the North End, only warmer, louder and with more cousins/paisans per square foot. And through it all, the spirit of our loved ones no longer with us shined brightly, wrapping the weekend in the kind of love that only grows stronger with time (ain’t it funny how that works?!). Saint Rocco Weekend — 95 years young and somehow getting better each and every time. True story! Emptying Out the Desk Drawer of the San Rock Weekend mind, one more time... • In the true love never dies department... Speaking of Johnny Molinari, there ain’t a better love story out of Edgeworth than these two 2025 starstruck lovers. Michelle (McCarthy) Valente Freddy McCarthy’s little sister Michelle (Valente) and Johnny Molinari at the corner of Highland Avenue & Whitman Street circa 1972 — Beer’s Drugstore in background (NOT the Big A, yet). and Johnny have “reunited after all these years” and are enjoying Mid-grade Regular 2.89 3.37 3.44 $3.57 Over 47 Years of Excellence! 1978 - 2025 ULS Full Service $2.99 Order online at angelosoil.com “every single moment life has to offer.” Their first date was back in 1972 when the Stones played the Garden (Balcony Section 88, Row E, Seats 5 and 6) — parting ways as the ’70s rolled along but, as destiny would have it, together again the last two years or so. A true Pearl Street love story! Stay well, both of you and remember to always “hold hands, you lovebirds.” • Pete Giuliano! Quiet, unassuming, modest, and humble (Pete, what else was I supposed to say about you? LOL). MVP! MVP! MVP! Pete Giuliano, MVP! Pete Giuliano, perennial 6th Player Award winner since at least the Bill Clinton era, has finally come into his own. Hands down the man behind the scenes who gets the behind-the-scenes stuff done when none of us are looking, behind the scenes. You’re MY MVP, Pete! Today, tomorrow and probably next year! Yes, I drink Narragansett these days — hint, hint. • As we walked the Saint in the Sunday Procession (please do not call it a parade), we approached Derek O’Brien’s house on Thacher Street and could not help but notice in the front yard a very handsome family surrounded by what looked like the offensive line for the New England Patriots! Some big boys in that yard with a long, rich history of athletic exploits in Maldonia. Granted it was many years ago, but I still would not want to mess with any Be prepared before the next power outage. Lawrence A. Simeone Jr. Attorney-at-Law ~ Since 1989 ~ * Corporate Litigation * Criminal/Civil * MCAD * Zoning/Land Court * Wetlands Litigation * Workmen’s Compensation * Landlord/Tenant Litigation * Real Estate Law * Construction Litigation * Tax Lien * Personal Injury * Bankruptcy * Wrongful Death * Zoning/Permitting Litigation 300 Broadway, Suite 1, Revere * 781-286-1560 lsimeonejr@simeonelaw.net Receive a free 5-year warranty with qualifying purchase* - valued at $535. Call 866-852-0221 to schedule your free quote! FLEET CARD Check Out Our LOW PRICES!
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