Page 16 THE REVERE ADVOCATE – FRIDAY, MARCH 7, 2025 SPLASH | FROM Page 13 JetBlue tickets for the top two costume contest winners and the top two fundraisers. The contest winners were “Tiger King,” or Paula Kany of Gloucester and James Giltner of South Boston, who was dressed as one of the Deer Island Wastewater Treatment Plant’s egg-shaped digesters — very fi tting for a Save the Harbor event. The costume contest judges were JetBlue’s Donnie Todd and Kennedy Elsey from “Karson and Kennedy” on Mix 104.1. Both Todd and Elsey have bragging rights as longtime Splash participants. Todd said, “This is my thirteenth year of plunging, so this is nothing new to me. It hypes me up every year and gets me ready for spring.” Not letting the wind deter him he continued, “It’s always a pleasure being able to support Save the Harbor’s Better Beaches Program to raise money for community events and clean beaches.” The top fundraisers were Dave Nardella, John Murphy and Jeff Regan of South Boston, who raised $11,028 and won for the largest team — nearly 100 members of their Penguin Plunge; and Rob McBride of Hanover who raised $2,780. The Splash exceeded its $50,000 goal, raising over $56,000. Each community raised the following amounts for their summer beach programming: • East Boston $9,138 • South Boston $8,953 • Lynn & Nahant $6,978 • Wollaston $6,589 • Nantasket $4,366 • Dorchester $3,838 • Revere $3,140 • Winthrop $2,908 After the splash, participants warmed up in the FMC Ice Sports rink and snagged a hot bowl of clam chowder from The Daily Catch and warm empanadas and rice and beans from Bono. Refreshing beverages were provided by Downeast, Sam Adams, Dogfi sh Head, Topo Chico and Goldpeak. Volo Boston included beach games and a lively DJ set by Rilla Force kept people smiling and moving outside despite the wind chill. The Shamrock Splash and Better Beaches Program is also supported by sponsors including the Department of Conservation and Recreation and the Healey/Driscoll administration for their important annual investment in the Better Beaches Grant Program and free beach events all summer long; JetBlue, FMC Ice Sports, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts, Boston Consulting Group, Calamari Fisheries, Coast Cannabis, Comcast, Harpoon Brewery, NamaStay Sober, Volo Sports, Income Research + Management, National Grid, P&G Gillette, Vertex Pharmaceuticals, the YMCA of Greater Boston, Liberty Mutual Foundation, Coca-Cola Company, Eastern Salt Company, Executive Offi ce of Energy and Environmental Aff airs, and Massport. PARADE | FROM Page 7 uses our public transit system,” said Chief Green. “We want everyone to remember, St. Patrick’s Day is a time for celebration, and it’s essential to prioritize safety and responsible behavior.” The MBTA urges riders to celebrate responsibly, leave their vehicles at home, take public transportation to festivities, and follow these safety tips: • Alcohol consumption and/ or unruly behavior will not be tolerated on the MBTA. • Secure personal belongings, especially in crowded areas. If wearing a backpack, remove it and hold it at your side or set it between your feet. Leave large items like coolers at home. • Let riders off the trains before you board. • Travel on the T without bikes. Bikes (including folding bikes) are not allowed on the MBTA at any time the day of the parade. • Report any suspicious activity or individuals in distress to the nearest police offi cer, call the Transit Police at 617222-1212, or dial 911. • Download the MBTA See Say App to quickly and discreetly report suspicious activity to Transit Police. Using this app, riders can send Transit Police pictures, text messages, and locations of suspicious activity. • Follow the instructions of MBTA Transit Police offi cers and staff who are there to ensure everyone’s safety. • Take care of yourself and others. Seek medical attention when necessary. The MBTA is stressing the importance of celebrating responsibly on public transit. Vandalism and disorderly conduct can create safety hazards, delays, and additional cleaning costs, which can divert valuable resources away from essential maintenance services and improvements that benefi t all riders. 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