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Grassroots Legacy: Roxbury Honors Tony Richards with Ramsey Park Court Dedication

Grassroots Legacy: Roxbury Honors Tony Richards with Ramsey Park Court Dedication

Boston Mayor Michelle Wu joins the Roxbury community at Ramsey Park for the official renaming of the basketball courts in honor of local icon Tony Richards. The dedication serves as a powerful testament to community preservation, anchoring the neighborhood’s history and reclaiming public space for youth excellence and neighborhood joy. (7/11/26 | Mayor’s Office Photo by John Wilcox)

7/11/26 | Mayor’s Office Photo by John Wilcox

7/11/26 | Mayor’s Office Photo by John Wilcox

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