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City officials suggested that South Boston liquor stores close at 4 p.m. on Sunday instead of 5 p.m. as they have for the last four years on St. Patrick’s Day weekend. Boston asked bars "to stop letting in patrons at 6:30 p.m., stop serving alcohol at 7 p.m., and to send all patrons home by 7:30 p.m.," according to the Globe. Patricia A. Malone, director of the Mayor’s Office of Consumer Affairs and Licensing, said businesses have always cooperated with the city. Mayor Tom Menino wants to have a "festive, fun, and family-friendly atmosphere" for St. Patrick’s Day weekend. [Globe]
- Abington's traditional St. Patrick’s Day parade began 30 years ago when resident Jack Bailey wanted to win a bet. We think an adult beverage or two played a role, too. [Boston Globe]
- How does West Roxbury celebrate St. Patrick’s Day? Street hockey, of course. [Universal Hub]
- Today is the day for Irish music. You can get it every other day, too, if you know where to go. [Patriot Ledger]
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