MARKEY SCORES REELECTION WIN see page 15 Vol.29, No.36 -FREEwww.advocatenews.net Free Every Friday 781-286-8500 Friday, September 4, 2020 Giannino wins Democratic State Rep. Primary C By Adam Swift ouncillor-at-Large Jessica Ann Giannino cruised to victory Tuesday night in the Democratic primary to replace RoseLee Vincent as the state representative in the 16th Suff olk District. Giannino outpaced Joe Gravellese, a former aide to Mayor Brian Arrigo, by about a 60-40 margin across the district, which comprises a large chunk of Revere and portions of Chelsea and Saugus. On the Republican side of the ballot, Philip Russo mounted a write-in campaign for the representative seat. Write-in votes were being hand-counted across the district to see if he garnered the 150 necessary to appear on the November general election ballot. Unofficial results on primary night showed Giannino defeating Gravellese 3,093 to 2,017. Across the district, AP results showed Giannino prevailing 3,770 to 2,396. “I don’t have words for how grateful I am and how truly overwhelmed by the amount of support and kindness people have shown myself and my family over WINNING FAMILY: City Councillor Jessica Ann Giannino celebrated her Primary win with her grandmother JoAnn and her father Christopher. (Advocate photo by Tara Vocino) the past few months,” said Giannino during an interview on RevereTV late on election night. “For years, the 16th Suff olk District has been represented by strong women who knew how to get things done,” Giannino said. “They have been in leadership at the State House and given a new generation of elected offi cials a lot to live up to.” Gravellese said he spoke to both Giannino and Vincent after the votes came in to let them know he’s ready to help on shared policy interests with them. “I’m incredibly grateful that 2,200 people voted for me,” said Gravellese. “When I got into the race, I didn’t think that that many people would vote.” Election Commissioner Diane Colella said more than 6,000 of Revere’s 29,218 voters took advantage of mail-in ballots, absentee ballots, or early voting. Colella said that even with the large number of early ballots, the polls were still busy throughout the day on Tuesday. Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, election night had a different feel on Tuesday night, as few candidates were spotted at City Hall, and the election staff took over the City Council Chambers to check in the ballot boxes. Still, election workers began taping the familiar vote tally strips to the wall outside the Chambers shortly after 8 p.m., and all the precincts were accounted for by 9:30 p.m. In other contested races, Terrence Kennedy outpaced challenger Helina Fontes, 4,225 to 2,142, in Revere in the Democratic Governor’s Council race, and Felix Arroyo got 5,226 votes to 1,120 WINS | SEE Page 8 Part-time bus drivers, cafeteria workers to be $1.59 W GALLON We accept: MasterCard * Visa * & Discover Price Subject to Change without notice 100 Gal. Min. 24 Hr. Service 781-286-2602 offered furloughs due to remote learning By Adam Swift ith remote learning scheduled to get underway in the Revere schools on Sept. 16, there won’t be much to do for the district’s cafeteria workers, crossing guards, bus drivers and bus monitors. Last week, the School Committee authorized Superintendent of Schools Dr. Dianne Kelly to see if those part-time workers would take a voluntary furlough. The furlough would allow the employees to collect unemployment and put them in a position to be hired back by the district if and when the schools move toward a hybrid learning model with students in the buildings. “In light of the fact that we’re not going to have any students coming to our schools for the foreseeable future, I think it would be prudent for the School Committee to consider the viability of keeping all staff in the cafeteria, crossing guards, bus drivers and bus monitors on staff in light of a very diffi - cult budget this year,” said Kelly. “I think it should be considered by the School Committee as the fi scal agents of the school department.” Rather than cutting the positions outright, the School Committee approved a motion by employees, we will get a good sense of what those next steps will be.” School Committee Member Fred Sannella said the district has to act quickly to fi nd out if the employees will take the furlough. “We can’t see 120 people going a month, because if it is not accepted, they will be laid off ,” Sannella said. Kelly said late last week that Dr. DIANNE KELLY Supt. of Schools Member Carol Tye to get information on if the employees would be willing to take part in a furlough program. “I do appreciate the idea of an optional furlough program as a fi rst step to really consider how we best move forward with these staff members,” said Mayor Brian Arrigo. “Giving the option is an important piece, and off ering it to those she would begin reaching out to union leaders and administrators as soon as possible. “A furlough means folks will still be employed by the school district; they will just not be paid while we are not utilizing their services,” said Kelly. “But when we are able to come back to a hybrid model of learning where we have kids coming in every day, their jobs would still be promised to them. At that time, they could choose to come back or resign. They will be able to collect unemployment.”
Page 2 THE REVERE ADVOCATE – FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 4, 2020 Jon E. Norton Leading a Life of Giving to Community “Older adults want to be happy living in their own home. I give to Mystic Valley Elder Services because people want to be at home when they receive care!” exclaimed Jon E. Norton. Mr. Norton has served on the Mystic Valley Elder Services Board of Directors for the past two decades. He is a firm believer in the importance of care options and personal choice for older adults and adults living with disabilities. “Home care is very, very important. Getting the right help and good help makes it possible for people to stay in their homes as they grow older,” shares Mr. Norton. The City of Everett has always been “home” to Mr. Norton. He was raised in Everett and made certain that his mother, as she grew older, could remain in Everett in an accessible condominium with the care she needed until her death. So, when asked to serve on the Mystic Valley Elder Services Board by Mayor David Ragucci of Everett in 2000, Mr. Norton readily agreed. Jon E. Norton He continues to generously give his time and donations to this day – “I want to know what I can do to help people. I think my role as a Board Member and as a donor can ensure that older adults will get the care they need and be taken care of the right way.” Mr. Norton is someone who has led a life of giving to others. He influenced the lives of many 4th, 5th and 6th graders through his 35-year career as a public elementary school teacher, first in Burlington and then Melrose. This was followed by his career of public service for the City of Everett, serving as Chairman of the Conservation Commission for many years. He continues to serve on this commission, having proudly never missed a meeting. He also served as Everett’s City Recycling Coordinator for years. When asked about the future, Mr. Norton said that he believes donors know that Mystic Valley Elder Services does important work that must continue. He also shared that legacy giving is definitely very important for donors to consider. Leonard Florence Center for Living resident Eleanor Karp turns 106 CHELSEA – If anyone knows the secret to longevity, it is Eleanor Karp, a much-beloved resident at the Leonard Florence Center for Living. Eleanor turned 106 on September 1. What a milestone event for an extraordinary woman! Born on September 1, 1914, in Dorchester, Eleanor was the youngest of three. She loved school, dancing and socializing with her many friends. In fact, Eleanor met her husband, Henry Karp, through her girlfriend, who ultimately turned out to be her sister-in-law! It was love at fi rst sight. Eleanor and Henry married on June 26, 1938. Before starting a family, Eleanor worked at Schrafft’s, the renowned candy company in Charlestown. After her sons, Michael and Harvey, were born, Eleanor devoted her time to running the household. Celebrations played a huge role in their lives. “The Jewish holidays were legendary in our house,” said son Harvey Karp. “We had at least 30 people, with the tables extending into three rooms.” Added Harvey, “My mom is an amazing cook; her brisket, matzah ball soup, gefi lte fi sh and stuff ed knadles were the best I have ever eaten. She even made her own horseradish!” Eleanor and Henry lived in Everett and Malden for most of their married life. They led a highly active social life, frequently entertaining friends and family. Henry was one of eight siblings – four boys and four girls – and Eleanor was extremely close to all of them. She organized huge family outings every summer. Eleanor and Henry were married for 46 wonderful years. Sadly, Henry passed away in 1984 at 74 years of age. Adored by her children – son Pictured from left to right are Harvey, Henry, Eleanor and Michael Karp. Harvey and his wife Jeanne and son Michael and his wife Charlene – Eleanor cherishes her four grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren. She presides over the family with love, warmth and humor. In 2010, Eleanor moved from the Jack Satter House in Revere to the Cohen Florence Levine Estates Assisted Living in Chelsea. Both staff and residents have adored her! She has loved ELEANOR KARP the bus trips and visits to area restaurants, especially Jimmy’s Steakhouse, The Continental and Kowloon. Meals in the dining room at Cohen Florence Levine Estates have been the highlight of her day. “Eleanor is a truly remarkable woman,” said daughter-inlaw Jeanne Karp. “She is generous, loving, sharp and fun to be around. Actually, I can’t imagine having a better mother-in-law.” “Eleanor brings a sense of warmth to everyone she comes into contact with,” said Leonard Florence Center for Living Recreation Program Director Joseph “Coty” Miller. “An amazing cook herself, she is always helping the chefs tweak their recipes to perfection.” Miller described Eleanor as full of life. “Eleanor possesses wisdom, intellect and wit. Her stories about her life are overwhelmingly joyful and insightful. In short, Eleanor Karp is truly one of kind.” Harvey and Jeanne Karp are thrilled Eleanor is a resident at the Leonard Florence Center for Living. “We feel extremely fortunate she is living in such a beautiful building with a private room and bath, but even more importantly, we are deeply grateful to the incredible staff at the Center,” said Jeanne Karp. “They genuinely care about her.” When asked the secret to her longevity, Eleanor is very matter of fact. “Who would ever have expected me to live to 106?” she asked. “Yet here I am!”
THE REVERE ADVOCATE – FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 4, 2020 Page 3 DCR implements parking reduction along Revere Beach By Adam Swift I f there’s an extended Summer rush at Revere Beach this fall, beachgoers might have some trouble fi nding a parking spot near the beach. Earlier this week, the state’s Department of Conservation & Recreation (DCR), which manages approximately 1,070 parking spaces along Revere Beach Boulevard, announced that eff ective immediately, parking capacity would be reduced by 50 percent at DCRmanaged properties. The DCR is working in conjunction with the City of Revere, and the reduction in parking will be in eff ect until further notice, according to DCR spokesperson Olivia Dorrance. The DCR warned that parking reduction could aff ect traffi c on surrounding streets. “The parking reduction is similar to a recent measure taken by the agency and local offi cials at Nantasket Beach in the Town of Hull,” said Dorrance. The move is part of an eff ort to aid in the prevention of spreading the COVID-19 virus, and the DCR is working with the City to prevent overcrowding at the reservation, Dorrance stated. Council wants action on overflowing dumpsters By Adam Swift I t’s bad enough living in the midst of a pandemic without windswept visions of overfl owing dumpsters and trash blowing down the street thrown on top of it. That’s one of the reasons why the Revere Beautifi cation Committee recently reached out to several City Councillors, asking them to ask the mayor to request that the Inspectional Services department enforce the city’s dumpster regulations. “We want to make sure the ordinance is being enforced,” said Ward 3 Councillor Arthur Guinasso. With the beautifi cation committee working to keep the city looking in tip-top shape, and the council spending a lot of time on quality of life issues such as rodent control, Guinasso said it only makes sense that the city keeps an eye out for open, overfl owing, and nuisance dumpsters. DUMPSTERS | SEE Page 8 News Analysis: Don’t poke the bear... just ask Ed Markey By Steve Freker W hen Joe Kennedy III fi rst announced he would challenge Malden’s own Ed Markey for the U.S. Senate seat, the pundits and pollsters tripped over themselves trying to establish Kennedy as the oddson favorite. They beefed it up, too. It was 14 points, they said, though eschewing the “shoo-in” label, After all, there was a campaign to run, of course. All told, reactions were mixed. “It’s about time,” some undoubtedly said, embracing Kennedy’s pledge to “shake up the status quo in Washington.” “His time has passed, time for a change,” they might have added, in reference to Senator Markey. Others were more than mildly irritated by the move, they of the “wait your turn” mentality, despite being in a world seemingly fueled and driven by the then 1989 Queen megahit, “I Want it All and I Want it Now.” “Who are you to challenge Ed Markey?” they wondered aloud. “Ed’s been doing a fi ne job for all these years and he’s got some great new initiatives and ideas like the Green New Deal out there right now. There’s no reason for him to go anywhere. He’s got work to fi nish.” Even supporters of Markey must have had their doubts. Maybe some of them even had fl eeting thoughts of the Senator perhaps stepping aside from a reelection bid in light of the latest developments. They were wrong. So very wrong. Kennedy and his supporters did something that many of us know that you should never do. They poked the bear. Don’t poke the bear. Ed Markey’s response to Kennedy’s offi cial announcement was about as swift as the polling numbers rolling in Tuesday night lighting up his primary win. Markey made it quite clear he was running for reelection, noted he had a formidable opSENATE | SEE Page 12 Like us on Facebook advocate newspaper Facebook.com/Advocate.news.ma Is Your Estate in Order? Do you have an update Will, Health Care Proxy or Power of Attorney? If Not, Please Call for a Free Consultation. 14 Proctor Avenue, Revere (781) 284-5657 Gerry D’Ambrosio Attorney-at-Law Honoring the invaluable contributions of workers to our community and our country.
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THE REVERE ADVOCATE – FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 4, 2020 Page 7 Councillor Jessica Ann Giannino thanks family and supporters for Primary win Advocate Staff Report T o the residents of the 16th Suffolk District – thank you. This is the honor of my tions and had fun. Whether it was making calls, knocking on doors or strategizing, I asked and you delivered. Thank you to my grandmother, Googie, my dad, my aunts, uncles and the rest of my family and friends. I’m beyond fortunate to have had you in my corner campaigning over the last nearly 10 years. Their support has always made a diff erence, and they are a huge part of our success. For years, the 16th Suff olk District has been represented by strong women who knew how to get things done. They have been in leadership at the State House and given a new generation of elected offi cials a lot to live up to. I’m proud to have to have reJESSICA GIANNINO life. Thank you to all who came out to vote today, to those who provided feedback, insight and support. Thank you for sharing my vision for a better future. To every person in Chelsea, Revere and Saugus, I will never take your confi dence for granted. I’m so grateful for the hard work of the many volunteers that helped on the campaign trail. Together, we got creative, took social distancing precauceived the endorsements of EMILY’s List, Massachusetts Women’s Political Caucus, Teamsters Local 25, Boston Carmen’s Union, Local 589, Carpenters Union Local 328, IBEW Local 103 and Local 1505, Laborers Local 22, MassCOP, Mass Retirees, Massachusetts Correction Offi cers Federated Union, Massachusetts Police Association, Painters and Allied Trades, District Council 35, Plumbers Local 12, Professional Fire Fighters of Massachusetts, Revere Fire Fighters Local 926, Revere Police Department Superior Offi cers and SEIU Local 3 – Firemen and Oilers. I’m also proud to have support from so many AUTOTECH 1989 SINCE CA$H FOR YOUR CAR! DRIVE IT - PUSH IT - TOW IT! Cold Hard Cash For Your Car, Truck or SUV! 2012 KIA SOUL One Owner, Most Power Options, 101K Miles, Warranty, Runs & Looks Great! FUN IN THE SUN 2013 CADILLAC CTS Black/Black, All Wheel Drive, Every Loaded with Conceivable Option, Excellent Condition, Warranty, 130K Miles. RIDE IN STYLE! $6,500 $8,995 Easy Financing Available! 781-321-8841 1236 EasternAve • Malden EddiesAutotech.com We Pay Cash For Your Vehicle! current and former elected colleagues who share my vision for the District: • RoseLee Vincent, Current 16th Suff olk District State Representative • Dan Rizzo, former Mayor of Revere • Patrick M. Keefe Jr., Revere City Council President and Ward 4 Councilor • Steven Morabito, Revere City Councilor At-Large • George J. Rotondo, Revere City Councilor At-Large • Gerry Visconti, Revere City Councilor At-Large • Joanne McKenna, Revere City Councilor – Ward 1 • Arthur F. Guinasso, Revere City Councilor – Ward 3 • Richard Serino, Revere City Councilor – Ward 6 • Charlie Patch, former Revere City Councilor – Ward 6 • Al Fiore, former Revere City Councilor – At-Large • Leo Robinson, Chelsea City Councilor, At-Large • Naomi Zabot, Chelsea City Councilor, District 3 • Anthony D’Ambrosio, Revere School Committee Member • Peter Martino, former Revere School Committee Member • Debra Panetta, Saugus Board of Selectmen • Jeff Cicolini, Saugus Board of Selectmen • Joia Cicolini, Saugus Town Meeting Member • Peter Manoogian, Saugus Town Meeting Member • Rich Thompson, Saugus Town Meeting Member With their support, I will ensure that the 16th Suff olk District is represented by someone who believes passionately in putting her community fi rst. I am completely humbled by the outpouring of support, and as the Democratic Nominee for State Representative, I have the utmost commitment to making sure your voices are heard on Beacon Hill. A.B.C. CIGAR 170 REVERE ST., REVERE (781) 289-4959 Same Location * Same Service for over 48 Years... Thanks to our customers for their support ! Chris Dan Steve OPEN AND READY TO SERVE YOU...GIFT CARDS AVAILABLE MASK REQUIRED! * Desktop Humidors * Gift Cards * Travel Humidors * Vapes * Juice * Cigar Accessories * Bongs * Lighters & Ash Trays * Glass Pipes * Rewards Program * Juuls * CBD Infused Products 15 Handmade Cigars - Churchill Size including a Cohiba! Only $43.95 Buy your Cigars by the Box & Save! Plus our “Golfers’ Special” SPECIAL OF THE MONTH Montecristo Sampler 5 Toro size cigars Plus a matching ash tray Regular Price $75 Special Price $49.95 Daily Special Cigars priced with a green label buy 2 cigars get the green label cigar - FREE STORE HOURS 8 AM - 8 PM Mon. - Sat., Sun. 8 AM - 6 PM
Page 8 THE REVERE ADVOCATE – FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 4, 2020 WINS | FROM Page 1 for Kerby Roberson in the Democratic Clerk of Probate primary. Senator Ed Markey turned back a challenge from Representative Joseph Kennedy III statewide, but Kennedy was the choice of Revere voters by a small margin, 3,667 to 3,583. Revere voters followed the state lead in the Republican Senate primary, with Kevin O’Connor taking 838 votes to Dr. Shiva Ayyadurai’s 614. Family, campaign staff , and supporters came out late Tuesday night for State Rep. Elect Jessica Giannino’s victory party at her home. (Advocate photos by Tara Vocino) Councillor Jessica Ann Giannino excitedly announces her victory on Facebook late Tuesday as her proud grandmom, JoAnn looks on. The crowd, including city councillors George Rotondo (white hat) and Joanne McKenna watch the primary results come in. JoAnn Giannino with her granddaughter, Jessica Ann as they welcome guests socially distant on her back porch. DUMPSTERS | FROM Page 3 “One of the biggest problems in the city is with dumpsters,” said Ward 1 Councillor Joanne McKenna. “On a windy day … all the things could be coming out of a dumpster.” In addition to there being fences around dumpsters, McKenna said the city needs to enforce the ordinance to make sure the lids are closed on the trash receptacles. “We need to make sure it’s not an open dumpster and the lids are always shut,” she said. “They should be fi ned if they are open. That would limit some of the litter that comes from these dumpsters.” Ward 6 Councillor Richard Serino praised the beautifi cation committee for its eff orts in bringing the issue forward and going around to count every Revere dumpster. “The dumpster issue has kind of been an issue where people are leaving their dumpsters open at apartment complexes and at businesses and restaurants. I won’t name and shame, but I know there is a business on Squire Road that their dumpster is on the sidewalk near the rotary and sometimes people have to walk around it.” Serino also pointed out that there is an apartment complex on North Shore where the dumpster is always open, leaving a steady stream of trash fl owing down the street. “This is a great motion, and like all ordinances we have as a city, we need the enforcement to back it up, otherwise there are no teeth,” said Council President Patrick Keefe.
THE REVERE ADVOCATE – FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 4, 2020 Page 9 The Coronavirus Count Revere has 79 new confi rmed COVID-19 cases; city has state’s 3rd highest rate over the last 14 days R evere had the third highest average daily incidence of COVID-19 cases among Massachusetts communities over a recent two-week period, according to statistics released on Wednesday (Sept. 2) by the state Department of Public Health (DPH). The city had a daily incidence rate of 20.9 new cases per 100,000 over the period of August 9 through 22. Only Chelsea (29.4) and Westhampton (21.0) had higher rates over that time span. This marked the fourth consecutive week that Revere was among a handful of communities marked in red on a state map – the designation for a high-risk community for having a daily rate of 8 or more cases per 100,000 over the most recent 14-day reporting period. The city had ranked second in the state last week and third in the previous two weeks. Meanwhile, the state reported 79 new cases of COVID-19 in Revere over the past week, raising the total to 2,354 confi rmed cases. The most recent statistics show that 25,096 city residents have been tested for the virus so far – including 3,964 over the past 14 days. Of those tested, there were 228 confi rmed cases of the virus for a positivity rate of 5.75 percent during that time. That is more than fi ve times the average state positivity rate of 1.3 percent. Last week’s positivity rate was 5.51 percent. That was more than four times the state positivity average of 1.3 percent over the same period. People can compare the number of COVID-19 cases confirmed in Revere to those in neighboring cities and towns as well as communities of similar size by going to the DPH website at https://www.mass.gov/ info-details/covid-19-responsereporting – click on COVID-19 cases by city/town. Here’s how nine area communities compare to Revere: Lynn: 4,507 cases, 259 total positive tests in the last 14 days, 5.00 percent positivity. Average daily incidence rate per 100,000 last 14 days – 12.1, sixth highest in the state. Revere: 2,354 cases, 228 total positive tests in the last 14 days, 5.75 percent positivity. Average daily incidence rate per 100,000 last 14 days – 20.9, third highest in the state. Everett: 2,083 cases, 120 total positive tests in the last 14 days, 4.93 percent positivity. Average daily incidence rate per 100,000 last 14 days – 15.9, fourth highest in the state. Malden: 1,415 cases, 68 total positive tests in the last 14 days, 1.97 percent positivity. Average daily incidence rate per 100,000 last 14 days – 5.5. Peabody: 1,147 cases, 54 total positive tests in the last 14 days, 1.95 percent positivity. Average daily incidence rate per 100,000 in the last 14 days – 5.1. ~ LETTERS TO THE EDITOR ~ In Support of Police Body Cams To The Editor, As I read the news story concerning police body cams (Rotondo pushes for police body cameras, August 28), I support the idea of body cams. City Councilor George Rotondo is on the right track. As a retired police offi cer of 28 years, I was glad to see the Revere City Council approved a motion by Rotondo that could eventually bring these body cameras to the Revere Police Department. I know many police offi cers are for the idea and many others are against it. I believe body cams will protect both police officers and provide accountability. It will protect police and it will provide the community with the knowledge that transparency is fi rst priority for the city’s police department in dealing with the public they serve and protect. Now is the time for the police union and the mayor’s offi ce to get together and make it happen. There should be no adversarial role in making this happen. It would benefi t all parties concerned. The City Council is just the fi rst step of many that hopefully will end up in the right place for both the public and the police. I thank City Councilor George Rotondo for getting the ball rolling on this issue at this critical moment of time our nation is going through. Signed, Sergeant SAL GIARRATANI (retired) Boston Metro DMH Police NEW LOW RATES Saugus: 659 cases, 34 total positive tests in the last 14 days, 2.19 percent positivity. Average daily incidence rate per 100,000 last 14 days – 6.3, 16th highest in the state. Wakefi eld: 344 cases, 4 total positive tests in the last 14 days,.31 percent positivity. Average daily incidence rate per 100,000 last 14 days – 1.1. Melrose: 298 cases, 9 positive tests in the last 14 days,.50 percent positivity. Average daily incidence rate per 100,000 last 14 days – 1.2. Reading: 323 cases, 14 positive tests in the last 14 days, 1.02 percent positivity. Average daily incidence rate per 100,000 last 14 days – 2.9. Lynnfi eld: 115 cases, 7 positive tests in the last 14 days, 1.00 percent positivity. Average daily incidence rate per 100,000 last 14 days – 4.3. Statewide totals: 119,426 cases, 5,037 positive tests in the last 14 days, 1.07 percent positivity. Average daily incidence rate per 100,000 last 14 days – 4.2. (Data compiled by DPH and made public as of Sept. 2, 2020.) WE'RE OPEN! 8 Norwood Street, Everett (617) 387-9810 STAY SAFE! www.eight10barandgrille.com We Have Reopened for Dine-In and Outside Seating every day beginning at 4 PM Like us on Facebook advocate newspaper Facebook.com/Advocate.news.ma Get a Better Car. Or Just a Better Payment. as low as 2.49% Auto Loans memberspluscu.org 781-905-1500 Medford Norwood Dorchester Everett Plymouth *APR = Annual Percentage Rate. 2.49% APR for up to 48-month term. 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Page 10 THE REVERE ADVOCATE – FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 4, 2020 State Rep Primary candidates go to the polls By Tara Vocino S tate Representative candidates did one last hurrah campaigning in front of A.C. Whelan Elementary School during Tuesday’s Primary. State Representative candidate Jessica Giannino and her campaign crew in front of A.C. Whelan Elementary School on Tuesday afternoon (Advocate photos by Tara Vocino) City Council President/Ward 4 Councillor Patrick Keefe, Jr. walks ZaZa while holding Senate candidate Joseph Kennedy III’s support sign. (Courtesy photo, Patrick Keefe) Crossing party lines, Jim Gravellese, father, Arthur Kelton, Kristina Gravellese, sister, Daralyn Reardon, and Margie Crosby supported Democrat State Representative candidate Joseph Gravellese while Serena Marino, at right, supported Republican candidate Philip Russo. A voter walks into A.C. Whelan Elementary School on Tuesday morning. Former City Council President Al Fiore (’93 ’95 and ’00) and Retired Police Chief James Guido supported State Representative candidate Jessica Giannino moving onward. From left to right are Republicans Gina Castiello, Joseph Canzano, State Rep. candidate Philip Russo and his mother, Rita Russo. Retired Police Chief James Guido with Councillor-At-Large Gerry Visconti supported candidate for State Representative Jessica Giannino at her victory party on Tuesday night.
THE REVERE ADVOCATE – FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 4, 2020 Page 11 Saluting Revere’s Working Men and Women Have a Happy and Safe Labor Day Weekend! Speaker of the House State Representative Bob DeLeo Ward 6 Councillor Richard Serino Councillor-at-Large Anthony Zambuto School Board Member Carol Tye Ward 3 Councillor Arthur Guinasso Ward 2 Councillor Ira Novoselsky Mayor Brian Arrigo Councillor-at-Large Jessica Giannino School Board Member Michael Ferrante Ward 5 Councillor John Powers School Board Member Susan Gravellese Ward 1 Councillor Joanne McKenna
Page 12 THE REVERE ADVOCATE – FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 4, 2020 Governor proclaims September to be Emergency Preparedness Month G overnor Charlie Baker has proclaimed September to be Emergency Preparedness Month to encourage residents, families and organizations to prepare for emergencies and disasters. September is also National Preparedness Month. The Commonwealth will kick-off the annual observance by launching a public Thank You campaign on social media to recognize the tireless eff orts of essential workers and organizations that are doing so much to keep the Commonwealth prepared and safe during the COVID-19 pandemic. “The COVID-19 pandemic has underscored the importance of emergency preparedness, and the role we all must play in better preparing our homes, workplaces and communities for the unexpected,” said Baker. “It has also highlighted the incredible contributions of so many individMassort Noise Complaint Line: 617-561-3333 uals who have stepped up every day to ensure that essential services and goods continued to be delivered throughout this public health emergency.” “Emergency Preparedness Month provides us with an opportunity each year to focus on what we can do to make ourselves and our families better prepared,” said Lt. Governor Karyn Polito. “Especially now, we are thankful for all the tireless eff orts of the Commonwealth’s essential workers throughout the COVID-19 pandemic.” Visitors to Mass.Gov/EPmonth can download a certificate of appreciation to thank an essential worker or organization in their community. After personalizing the certifi cate, residents are asked to post a picture of the certificate to the social media platform of their choice with the hashtag #EPisEssential. “Everyone plays an important role in staying prepared, especially in the face of new challenges posed by the pandemic,” said Public Safety and Security Secretary Thomas Turco. “I hope these initiatives raise awareness of present-day risks, outline measures we all should be taking, and facilitate collaboration between the public and private sectors. When we embrace preparedness, we all have an opportunity to serve our communities.” “Preparedness takes a whole community effort and during the COVID-19 pandemic so many essential workers and organizations across the Commonwealth have worked tirelessly to keep medical services operating, public safety operations functioning, food, medicine and commodities stocked, and other vital needs met during the COVID-19 pandemic,” said Massachusetts SENATE | FROM Page 3 ponent in Kennedy... and that he expected to win and continue to champion the causes he initiated and the causes supported by his Massachusetts. In short, he was loaded for bear. What we witnessed was a revitalized Ed Markey who hit the campaign trail as soon as the pandemic restrictions lessened a bit in mid-June, and launched what was essentially a 10-week campaign leading up to Tuesday’s Sept. 1 primary. As late as June, the “experts” Emergency Management Agency (MEMA) Director Samantha Phillips. During September, MEMA and the state Department of Public Health will share information on their respective social media accounts about emergency preparedness topics, including emergency planning, building an emergency kit, preparing for disasters, youth preparedness and ways to get involved in community preparedness. This emergency preparedness information includes guidance about how to prepare for emergencies during the COVID-19 public health emergency. The state Department of Transportation will feature signage along highways to raise awareness of Emergency Preparedness Month. To say thank you to an essential worker or organization in your community and to fi nd resources on how to prepare for emergencies large and small, visit http:// www.mass.gov/EPmonth. had Kennedy leading Markey by 10 percentage points in the polls. This did not seem to faze Markey and his campaigners at all. Perhaps it gave them more motivation. Young people – college students and many of those in the coveted 18-34 age group – began to gravitate toward Markey in droves. In Bernie Sanders-esque fashion, they Tweeted, Instagrammed and SnapChatted Markey to new heights on social media. “Markeyverse” was launched and tall, smiling Ed Markey ate it all up, while sporting his clunky, but classic, 1987 Air Jordans. Three weeks ago it was called a “dead heat.” Three days ago, it was Ed Markey in the lead... just about everywhere. Tuesday night? The “all gas, no brakes” fi nish got Malden’s Markey to the finish line on the day he called “Game Seven of the World Series.” Go get fitted for the ring, champ. You won it! The transformation from unexpected underdog facing an unsuspected challenge to a beaming, tireless, energetic winner was complete. There are plenty of people in this area who check all the same boxes as Ed Markey does on his “to do” list and lots of others who just don’t agree with his politics and ideas. A lot of both voted for him Tuesday, some did not. But just about anyone who lives in these parts would agree with the following statement. Don’t poke the bear. You probably won’t get the result you expected or wanted.
THE REVERE ADVOCATE – FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 4, 2020 Page 13 Baker launches additional intervention initiatives for high-risk COVID-19 communities T he Baker-Polito Administration recently stepped up its targeted initiative to help stop the spread of COVID-19 in communities across the Commonwealth with the highest number of positive cases. This initiative brings even greater focus to the top 5 highest-risk communities with regular neighborhoodlevel assessments and a comprehensive multi-lingual public messaging campaign. The initiative focuses eff orts on Chelsea, Everett, Lawrence Lynn and Revere. The Commonwealth’s COVID-19 Enforcement and Intervention Team (CEIT), in partnership with local community offi cials, is leading this eff ort. This targeted initiative includes regular meetings with local leadership to understand residential and business activities contributing to trends, an even greater level of state focus to stop the spread and a new public messaging campaign. The goal of the public messaging campaign is to ensure residents know they live in a high-risk community and reiterate the importance of wearing a mask and other best practices to stop the spread. Built around a message of, “You have the power to save a life,” the comprehensive campaign will encourage the use of masks and social distancing and will run in English, Portuguese, Spanish, Haitian Creole, Vietnamese, Arabic and COVID | SEE Page 17 RMV offers by-appointment service hours for customers 75 years of age or older T he state Registry of Motor Vehicles (RMV) is announcing that it will begin offering dedicated service hours for customers who are 75 years of age or older and are required to renew their Massachusetts driver’s license in person. The new designated service hours will be by appointment only and will be off ered on Wednesdays through the month of September at select service center locations. The new service hours began on Wednesday, September 2 at the Watertown Service Center with additional locations in Danvers, Leominster, New Bedford and South Yarmouth to follow beginning on Wednesday, September 9. The RMV is off ering this new customer service option to facilitate proper COVID-19 “social-distancing” protocols to keep customers and staff safe and healthy. Throughout September, certain service centers will dedicate Wednesdays (hours vary by location) to customers 75 years of age or older whose driver’s license or ID card expires in September, including customers whose licenses/IDs were extended until September (March, April and May expirations). The following service centers will exclusively serve these customers who make renewal appointments: • Danvers Service Center (starting September 9) • Leominster Service Center (starting September 9) • New Bedford Service Center (starting September 9) • South Yarmouth Service Center (starting September 9) • Watertown Service Center (started September 2) Below are the options for seniors to renew by appointment: • If you are an AAA member, you may make a reservation now to renew your driver’s license/ID at a AAA location. Visit aaa.com/appointments to schedule your visit. • If you are not a AAA member, visit Mass.Gov/RMV to make a reservation to renew at an RMV Service Center. Select the Seniors License Renewal option on the Make/Cancel a Reservation transaction. • Email the RMV for assistance to renew at the MassDOTRMVSeniors@dot.state.ma.us email address. • Call the RMV at 857-3688005. License and ID renewal appointments are also available at other open RMV Service Centers that off er general appointments to the public. Select “Renew My Driver’s License” or “Mass ID” option on “Make/Cancel a Reservation” at Mass.Gov/RMV to view availability and make a reservation at one of these locations. The RMV is introducing this service alternative due to the COVID-19 public health emergency to encourage “social-distancing” in its Service Centers and prioritize other essential in-person needs by appointment only. All RMV customers are encouraged to visit www. Mass.Gov/RMV to complete one of over 40 other transactions available online, by mail or by phone. For additional information on RMV service off erings during the COVID-19 pandemic, please visit www.mass.gov/ rmv or https://www.mass.gov/ info-details/rmv-covid-19-information. oo ll footba game is always ay ys a po popular evevevent op football game is always a popular event when the Lady Pats played a rival team. As you can see it was a competitive game and many students and families turned out to support the Lady Pats both home and away. For Advertising with Results, call The Advocate Newspapers at 781-286-8500 or Info@advocatenews.net ~FLASHBACK~ Tenth in a series of photos
Page 14 THE REVERE ADVOCATE – FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 4, 2020 Terrence Kennedy Governor’s Council Thank You For your continued support and loyalty on Primary Day Paid Pol. Adv.
THE REVERE ADVOCATE – FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 4, 2020 Page 15 Markey scores reelection win over Kennedy Incumbent U.S. Senator comes full circle from underdog to commanding winner By Steve Freker F or someone other than Ed Markey, it might have raised an eyebrow when the victorious candidate strode to the openair podium, arm-in-arm with his wife and a radiant gleam in his eye as he began to speak. The tall victor looked resplendent and refreshed in a neat sport coat, not tired or worn down from seemingly endless campaign runs from one end of the state to another. Standing at the podium on the lawn of the Malden Public Library on Tuesday night, Markey seemed just serene and satisfi ed, from the top of his head... right down to those authentic 1987 Nike Air Revolution sneakers. To say Ed Markey is unique is an understatement. But really, how many U.S. Senators have given a major victory speech across our nation wearing Jordans? All the way back from down double-digits in June Then again, how many incumbents were down doubledigits to an upstart challenger just 10 weeks before the primary election and forcefully fl ipped the script to pull out a nearly 11-point victory? That’s unique. Trailing at many junctures to challenger U.S. Rep, Joe Kennedy III in the polls, the Maldenbred Markey tenaciously campaigned hard all summer and essentially ran on his record on a number of major issues. Called a dead heat just three weeks ago – Markey stuck to his frenetic campaign pace and made a stunning turnaround, grabbing the lead in every poll just days before Tuesday’s election, on his way to a 55-45 percent win by nearly 150,000 votes statewide. Sen. Markey, who is the heavy favorite to fend off a Republican challenger, Kevin O’Connor, in the General Election on Nomargin, 3,583 votes to Joseph Kennedy III’s 3,667 votes. Markey, who appeared at 11:00 p.m. in Malden at an open-air victory celebration on the lawn of the Malden Public Library in the heart of Malden Square, introduced and thanked his wife, Dr. Susan Blumenthal, and then thanked his supporters. Markey: “It is a celebration of a movement” “Tonight is more than just a HOMETOWN HERO: U.S. Senator Ed Markey celebrates his win over U.S. Congressman Joseph Kennedy III in the September 1 Primary Election. (Advocate photo by Josh London) vember 3, handed his primary foe the fi rst defeat a candidate from Kennedy’s extended family has ever sustained in Massachusetts politics. Markey, 74, a lifelong Malden resident who was fi rst elected to Congress nearly 50 years ago, in 1976, did it by harnessing the youth vote, exemplifi ed by an emphasis on social media and groups like @StudentsforMarkey fl ooding Twitter and Instagram with support for much of the 18-month campaign. Landslide wins in college towns a harbinger of support source Probably no better harbinger of Markey’s groundswell of support among younger voters in the 18-34 age bracket was how he dominated in college towns, such as Amherst and Northampton, nearing or topping 80 percent in both and bringing out near-record primary turnouts surpassing 50 percent there. Here in his hometown Malden, Markey also won big, taking a 69-31 percent victory (7,798-3,474 votes) over Kennedy, the eighth-highest percentage win of all communities in the Commonwealth. Malden also saw a larger than usual turnout of 39 percent, primarily due to the Markey-Kennedy race. Other big victories came in liberal Democratic strongholds, such as Cambridge (81-19 percent) and Arlington (77-34 percent). Markey also won the biggest prize, Boston, by a commanding 59-40 percent margin. In Revere, Markey lost by a slim celebration of an election; it is a celebration of a movement. Thank you to the thousands of grassroots supporters who organized around the principles that we believe in. We could not have done it without you,” Sen. Markey said. Markey recalled his Malden roots, including the very library where he studied “until they turned off the lights” while attending Boston College and then Boston College Law School, his parents “sitting at the kitchen table [in Edgeworth] trying to fi gure out how MARKEY | SEE Page 21 Wishing you a happy and safe Labor Day Weekend! Our branches will be closed on Monday, September 7th . Please remember that you can still access our Online & Mobile Banking platforms and ATMs when the bank is closed. RIGHT BY YOU Jerry Ready of Malden, a supporter of U.S. Senator Ed Markey, on election night. (Advocate photo by Josh London) Member FDIC Member DIF
Page 16 THE REVERE ADVOCATE – FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 4, 2020 AG Healey sues major subprime auto lender O n August 31, Attorney General Maura Healey announced that her offi ce fi led a lawsuit against national auto lender Credit Acceptance Corporation (CAC) for allegedly making unfair and deceptive auto loans to thousands of Massachusetts consumers, providing investors with false or misleading information regarding auto securities they off ered and engaging in unfair debt collection practices. The complaint alleges that since 2013, CAC failed to inform investors that the company topped off the pools of loans that they packaged and securitized with higher-risk loans, despite claiming otherwise in disclosures to investors. The complaint also alleges that CAC made high-interest subprime auto loans to Massachusetts borrowA VIRTUAL WALK OF HOPE FOR ALS The Walk of Hope for ALS will be 19TH ANNUAL ALS Hope Walk of for VIRTUAL held virtually this year on SEPTEMBER 12TH SATURDAY 2020 11:00am We can’t walk together this year, but we can walk for ALS research! The Angel Fund for ALS Research 649 Main Street, Wakefield, MA 01880 Register today at www.theangelfund.org Call 781-245-7070 for more information Angel Fund for The RESEARCH Saugus Lynn Fells area, 2br 1.5ba single family home for sale by owner. This home was built for entertaining, 13,000 sqft lot, 1,344 sf Enjoy an in-ground pool and a huge patio, perfect for summer cookouts. Sliders lead directly to the pool from the dining rm. The pool table and poker rm with lots of built-in seating for all your party guests. Sprinkler 617-347-5177 for a showing (1% commission $639,900 ers that the company knew borrowers would be unable to repay, in violation of state law; while the company profi ted, borrowers experienced ruined credit and lost vehicles or down payments, and they were left with an average of approximately $9,000 of debt. Additionally, CAC borrowers were allegedly subject to hidden fi nance charges, which resulted in CAC loans exceeding the usury rate ceiling of 21 percent mandated by state law. “This company made unafFOR SALE by owner 15 Gilway, SAUGUS fordable and illegal loans to borrowers, causing them to fall into thousands of dollars of debt and even lose their vehicles,” said Healey. “We are taking a close look at this industry and we will not allow companies to profi t by violating our laws and exploiting consumers.” In its lawsuit, Healey’s office also alleges that the company took excessive and illegal measures to collect debt from defaulted borrowers, including sending faulty notices to borrowers with repossessed vehicles, harassing consumers with unlawfully repetitious collections calls, and overcharging consumers on their defi ciencies. The state is seeking relief for Massachusetts borrowers harmed by these alleged practices, as well as civil penalties and injunctive relief. This lawsuit is part of Healey’s review of securitization practices in the subprime auto market – an industry-wide investigation that remains ongoing. Last year Exeter Finance paid more than $5.5 million for its role in fi nancing unfair subprime auto loans. Previously, Healey’s offi ce secured $22 million from Santander for its role in fi nancing subprime auto loans for Massachusetts residents.
THE REVERE ADVOCATE – FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 4, 2020 Page 17 COVID | FROM Page 13 other languages common to these communities. The campaign includes: • A new online resource at Mass.gov/StopCOVID19 (Spanish: Mass.Gov/DetenCOVID19) (Portuguese: Mass.Gov/ PareCOVID19) (Additional multilingual online resources will be available soon) • Advertising on billboards, digital and social media • Downloadable materials in multiple languages • Multi-lingual fi eld teams deployed in the communities • Phone and text communications • Outreach to local community groups This new website Mass. gov/StopCOVID19 provides residents and local business owners with information on how to stop the spread, state restrictions on gathering sizes, testing locations and materials that can be printed for display in apartment complexes, restaurants and community areas. The campaign’s advertising will run on hundreds of displays, message boards, signs, billboards and other channels in these top 5 communities through paid partnerships and via state-owned resources, such as at MBTA stations, on MassDOT signs and much more. During Labor Day weekend, the fi eld teams will be active at approximately 15 locations in these top fi ve communities. All aspects of this campaign will expand throughout the fall. In early August, the Administration established CEIT through the COVID-19 Command Center. CEIT is a crossagency response unit, which includes representatives from the Community Tracing Collaborative, Department of Public Health, Alcoholic Beverages Control Commission, Massachusetts State Police, Department of Labor Standards and other agencies. Since it was launched, this team has worked closely with all higher-risk communities to help stop the spread of COVID-19 in areas that are persistently above the state average. CEIT partnered with local elected and community offi cials, including municipal leadership, police chiefs and local health departments, to assess trends and most eff ectively utilize resources. Collectively, these teams have enforced gathering size restrictions and shared with municipalities additional state support, such as testing and contact tracing information. In recent weeks, the statewide average daily incidence rate is 4.2 cases per 100,000 people, while Chelsea is 29.4, Revere is 20.9, Lynn is 12.1, Everett is 15.9 and Lawrence is 14.9. As new community data is reported, CEIT will adjust as cities and towns move into or out of higher-risk categories. Throughout September, the campaign will expand beyond the top fi ve communities. How to Prevent Falls During a Pandemic Dear Savvy Senior, My 80-year-old mother, who lives alone and is self-isolating during the coronavirus pandemic, has fallen several times. Are there any extra precautions you recommend that can help prevent this? Concerned Daughter Dear Concerned, Falls are a common concern for many elderly adults and their families, especially during the coronavirus pandemic when many seniors are sheltering at home alone. Each year, more than one-infour older Americans fall, making it the leading cause of both fatal and nonfatal injuries for those ages 65 and older. But many falls can be prevented. Depending on what’s causing your mom to fall, here are some diff erent tips that can help prevent it. Encourage exercise: Weak leg muscles and poor balance are two of the biggest risk factors that cause seniors to fall. Walking, strength training and tai chi are all good for improving balance and strength, as are a number of balance exercises your mom can do anytime like standing on one foot for 30 seconds then switching to the other foot, and walking heelto-toe across the room. 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These lenses can aff ect depth perception, so she may want to get a pair of glasses with only her distance prescription for outdoor activities. If your mom is concerned about a trip into her eye doctor during the pandemic, she can get her vision tested online. Put a call her eye doctor about this option, or consider some online vision testing sites like Essilor.com or 6over6.com. And to buy eyeglasses online, some popular options include WarbyParker.com and ZenniOptical.com. Fall-proof her home: There are a number of simple household modifi cations you can do to make your mom’s living area safer. Start by helping her arrange or move the furniture so there are clear pathways to walk through and pick up items on the fl oor that could cause her to trip like newspapers, shoes, clothes, electrical or phone cords. If she has throw rugs, remove them or use double-sided tape to secure them. In the bathroom buy some non-skid rugs for the fl oors and a rubber suction-grip mat or adhesive non-skid tape for the fl oor of the tub or shower, and have a carpenter install grab bars in and around the tub/shower for support. Also, make sure the lighting throughout the house is good, purchase some inexpensive plugin nightlights for the bathrooms and hallways, and if she has stairs, put handrails on both sides. For more tips, see the NIA “fallproofi ng your home” web page at NIA.NIH.gov/health/fall-proofing-your-home. Choose safe footwear: Going barefoot or wearing slippers or socks at home can also cause falls, as can wearing backless shoes, high heels, and shoes with smooth leather soles. The safest option for your mom is rubbersole, low-heel shoes. Purchase some helpful aids: If your mom needs some additional help getting around, get her a cane or walker. 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Page 18 THE REVERE ADVOCATE – FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 4, 2020 SPORTS | FROM Page 6 MASSHEALTH ELIGIBILITY OPERATIONS MEMO 20-16 M assHealth is now using the Social Security Administration (SSA) Life Estate and Remainder Interest Tables to calculate the value of remainder interests and life estates. It no longer is going to use the IRS Book Aleph Life Estate and Remainder Interest Tables which provide for the utilization of the Internal Revenue Code Section 7520 interest rates in eff ect at the time of valuation. This may very well lead to litigation as virtually all of the elder lawyers in the Mass Chapter of The National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys believe MassHealth should not be using the SSA tables. The problem is that the SSA tables use a higher percentage allocable to the life estate than to the remainder interest. In the future, if the home of a MassHealth applicant/ member is sold, more of the net sales proceeds will be allocated to the value of the life estate. As a result, the net sales proceeds are once again countable assets in the name of the applicant/member and will have to be spent down on nursing home care. Typically, a parent would be deeding the home to the children reserving a life estate in the deed itself. If all parties agree to sell the house, a calculation would have to be made in order to determine the amount of net sales proceeds allocable to the life tenant/parent and the remainderman/children. As an example, if the applicant/member/life tenant/parent and the remaindermen/ children sold the home and netted $232,000, assuming the parent was 87 years old at the time of sale, MassHealth will calculate the disqualifying transfer as follows: $232,000 x.32262 equals $74,848. If the parent is given back the $74,848, the money would have to be spent on nursing home care as he or she would be over the $2,000 limit. If the money is not given back to the parent, MassHealth will simply use that fi gure in order to determine the penalty period wherein MassHealth simply will not pay for nursing home coverage for the member/applicant. This is a very high percentage allocated to a life estate for someone 87 years of age. If the Book Aleph table was used, the percentage would drop to 2.146%. In our example, the value of the life estate would then only be $4,979! The disqualifying transfer would only be $4,979. The reason for this is the September, 2020 IRS Section 7520 interest rate is now down to.40 percent. I am hopeful that this issue will be litigated as it is just another example of MassHealth’s continuing attack on the elderly. Joseph D. Cataldo is an Estate Planning/Elder Law Attorney, Certifi ed Public Accountant, Certifi ed Financial Planner, AICPA Personal Financial Specialist and holds a Master’s Degree in Taxation. 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As of Wednesday, the latest report issued by the Executive Offi ce of Environmental Aff airs (EEA), three of the six GBL communities – Chelsea, Everett and Revere – were three of the eight statewide listed in the “Red” category. The other three – Malden, Medford and Somerville – were designated “Yellow.” At the School Committee meeting, Conefrey acknowledged that this was a year like no other, in which an entire season, spring sports, this year was canceled outright due to COVID-19. “This is not going to be like any athletic year we have ever seen before,” said Conefrey, who is beginning his fi fth year as Director of Athletics. “We are looking for new and innovative ways to deal with our studentathletes, and we really hope it changes for the better. “But we are not going to make any decision, not one move, unless it is fully and completely in the best interests, safety and physical and emotional health of our students, coaches, staff and their families,” said Conefrey. 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SALES * RENTALS * MANAGEMENT * BUYERS OF HOMES Board of Directors, the high school athletic calendar on August 14 was changed to provide for four sports seasons, as opposed to the traditional three: fall, winter and spring. The MIAA Board accepted recommendations of its Sports Medicine Committee and other committees before voting in favor of the four-season plan. Coincidentally, Conefrey just began his fi rst year as a member of the MIAA Board of Directors in July. He is also District G Chairman with the MIAA. Also on the MIAA Board is Malden High School House Principal Stephanie Sibley, who formerly served as a Board member when she was an administrator in the Boston Public Schools. As for fall sports, football has already been moved to the Fall 2 season. At this time, the GBL athletics directors and principals are considering whether to allow any fall sports to compete this fall, or move any or all to Fall 2 with football. Conefrey said he believes in the “all for one, one for all” mentality, in that if three of the GBL member schools cannot compete due to “Red” status by the EEA, then none of the GBL schools should compete this fall. “My biggest concern in any scenario is the day-to-day protocol, if and when we do return to playing games in any of the seasons – what type of prescreening of athletes and coaches would we have, what former of contact tracing, how we would respond to varying scenarios,” the Malden athletic director told the School Committee. Conefrey added that there would have to be a protocol in place where all information would have to be shared among league partners and any other opponents if teams played games. He said the MIAA Sports Medicine Subcommittee is tasked with coming up with further guidance for those matters. Another key consideration is that all six of the communities in the GBL group, including Everett, Malden and Revere, are opening their academic instruction in a fully remote learning mode. Conefrey said there are fundamental objections present among a number of stakeholders in the issue of fall sports and high school athletics in general who have diffi culty justifying how participation in interscholastic athletics can be allowed when students are not allowed to be educated in-person in their school buildings. Some leagues have already made decisions. The Northeastern Conference (NEC), of which the GBL schools were formerly members, have already voted to push fall sports to Fall 2. Other leagues, primarily parochial schools, like the Catholic Central League and Catholic Conference, have declared they will play all fall sports this year, excluding football. But many, if not most, of the parochial schools, which are tuition-based, are also having either fully in-person learning or a hybrid model weighted heavily to in-person attendance. Conefrey said he and the other GBL athletic directors are working to come up with a plan as soon as possible, with the start of school looming on September 16 for most of the member schools. “I’m a competitor,” said Conefrey – himself a 1997 Malden High graduate, former threesport standout, Golden Tornado Hall of Famer and former MHS coach – “and I want our kids out there as much as anyone. But not at the expense of a player, coach, staff or family member getting sick.” “We need and will have a decision based on safety; that is the bottom line,” Conefrey said.
THE REVERE ADVOCATE – FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 4, 2020 Page 19 OBITUARIES Stephen J. DeLorenzo ry C. Fleischer in 1961, and the two settled down in Malden together to raise their family. They became dedicated members of St. Joseph’s Church in Malden, and Joyce was active with the St. Joseph’s community, as well as serving as President of the Women’s Club and as a Eucharistic Minister. They moved to Big Island Pond in Derry, NH, after retirement, and spent their winters in Florida. The two shared 56 years of marriage. Joyce became a member of the Hollywood Florida Moose Lodge, and the Italian American Club in Hollywood, Florida. She is survived by her children, Susan M. Keefe and her husband Patrick of NH, Scott C. Fleischer of Tewksbury, Her daughter-in-law, Susan Fleischer-Zeek of Methuen and her grandchildren, Jenelle Keefe, Patrick Keefe, Jr., and Elizabeth Miele. Joyce was preceded in death OBITUARIES | SEE Page 20 O f Salem, age 69, died on Friday, August 28 at Massachusetts General Hospital. He was the husband of Ann (Taylor) DeLorenzo. Born in Boston and raised in Revere (Beachmont), he was the son of the late Anthony “Sevie” P. and Carmelina “Millie” (Santosuosso) DeLorenzo, Sr. Mr. DeLorenzo worked as a fl ooring salesman for many years. He is survived by his two sons, Anthony K. DeLorenzo and his wife Michelle of Beverly, Andrew DeLorenzo and his wife Amanda of Salem; three grandchildren, Gianna, Alessia and Rocco; one brother, Anthony “DeDe” P. DeLorenzo Jr. of Revere and one sister, Lisa “Candy” DeLorenzo of Charlestown. In lieu of fl owers, donations in Stephen’s name may be made to Massachusetts General Hospital Cardiology Unit at www. giving.massgeneral.org. Joyce M. (D’Ortona) Fleischer Notice is hereby given in accordance with the provisions of Chapter 185 of the Acts of 1983, and PROPOSED MBTA Sponsored Location Direction From To Location For Location Direction From To Type Parking 1. On Sept. 4, 1833, the publisher of The Sun in what city hired the fi rstever paperboy? 2. The oldest surviving U.S. victory garden (1942) is in what part of Boston? 3. On Sept. 5, 1927, the animated short “Trolley Troubles” – introducing Oswald the Lucky Rabbit – was released; who directed it? 4. What is the tallest dog breed? 5. When was POTUS fi rst used for “President of the United States”: 1895, 1953 or 2009? 6. In September 1882, labor unions in what city created the fi rst Labor Day parade? 7. On Sept. 6, 1991, Leningrad’s name change to what was approved by the Russian Parliament? 8. What country grows the most watermelon? 9. Downton Abbey is set in the County of York, which is usually called what? 10. On Sept. 7, 2008, the U.S. government took over what two mortgage corporations? 11. What two leisure activities use a cue? 12. In 1495 what explorer made the fi rst-ever hurricane report? 13. Does the Emily Post Institute agree with the old rule that you cannot wear white after Labor Day? 14. International Literacy Day – celebrated annually on September 8 – was founded by UNESCO, which stands for what? 15. The first ice cream trucks, which sold “Good Humor Ice Cream Suckers” in Youngstown, Ohio – debuted in what year: 1920, 1939 or 1945? 16. September 9 is annual Teddy Bear Day; when was “Teddy” invented: 1799, 1862 or 1903? 17. What country has a harvest festival when moon cakes are eaten? 18. Sapphire is September’s birthstone; Sri Lanka, which is famous for sapphires was previously called what? 19. The 1935 Fair Labor Standards Act prohibited whom from working? 20. On Sept. 10, 1823, the Champlain Canal opened, which connects what? ANSWERS Type Parking Location Direction A longtime resident of NH passed away at the Grace House in Windham, NH on Sunday, August 30. Joyce was born in Revere in 1937, the daughter of Domenic and Rose D’Ortona. She was raised and educated in Malden, graduating from Malden High School with the Class of 1955. After high school, she attended Boston City Hospital School of Nursing, and also studied nursing at Columbia University and Emmanuel College. She worked as a nurse for the Malden Public School System for over 20 years. Joyce married her sweetheart, HarFrom To Type Parking 3 spaces Attest: Paul Argenzio Revere Traffic Commission September 4, 2020 1. NYC 2. The Back Bay Fens 3. Walt Disney 4. Great Dane 5. 1895 (by telegraph operators) 6. NYC 7. Saint Petersburg 8. China 9. Yorkshire 10. Fannie Mae (Federal National Mortgage Association) and Freddie Mac (Federal Home Loan Mortgage Corporation) 11. Pool and shuffl eboard 12. Christopher Columbus (near present-day Haiti and Dominican Republic) 13. No – “Of course you can wear white after Labor Day, and it makes perfect sense to do so in climates where September’s temperatures are hardly fall-like.” 14. United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization 15. 1920 16. 1903 17. China 18. Ceylon 19. Children 20. Lake Champlain and the Hudson River
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Page 22 THE REVERE ADVOCATE – FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 4, 2020 COM app on your phone or tablet • Listen online at: www.radio. com/1510wmex/listen • Tune into 1510 AM if you still have an AM radio THE HOUSE AND SENATE: LISTEN TO BOB’S SHOW: Beacon Hill Roll Call’s publisher, Bob Katzen, hosts “The Bob Katzen Baby Boomer and Gen X Fun and Nostalgia Show” every Sunday night from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Jump in Bob’s time machine and tune in for a trip back to the simpler days of the 1950s, 1960s and 1970s. There are many ways you can listen to the show from anywhere in the world: • If you have a smart speaker, simply say, “Play WMEX on RADIO.COM” • Download the free RADIO. There were no roll calls in the House or Senate last week. This week, Beacon Hill Roll Call reports on the percentage of times local senators voted with their party’s leadership in 2020 through August 27. Beacon Hill Roll Call uses 104 votes from the 2020 Senate session as the basis for this report. This includes all roll calls that were not on local issues. The votes of the 34 Democrats were compared to Senate Majority Leader Cynthia Creem (DNewton), second-in-command in the Senate. We could not com pare the Democrats’ votes to those of Senate President Karen Spilka (D-Ashland) because, by tradition, the Senate president rarely votes. None of the 34 Democratic senators voted with Creem 100 percent of the time. Three senators voted with Creem all but one time: Sens. Julian Cyr (D-Truro), Sal DiDomenico (D-Everett) and Adam Hinds (D-Pittsfi eld). Twenty-six (76.4 percent) of the 34 Democrats voted with Creem 90 percent or more of the time. Only eight (23.6 percent) voted with Creem less than 90 percent of the time. The Democratic senators who voted the lowest percentage of times with Creem were Sens. Anne Gobi (D-Spencer) who voted with Creem only 81.7 percent of the time; Diana DiZoglio (D-Methuen) 83.4 percent of the time; and John Velis (D-Westfi eld) 84 percent of the time. The votes of three Republican senators were compared with those of GOP Senate Minority Leader Bruce Tarr (R-Gloucester). None of the three voted with Tarr 100 percent of the time. The Republican senator who voted the lowest percentage of times with Tarr was Sen. Ryan Fattman (R-Sutton) who voted with Tarr 93.2 percent of the time. Sen. Dean Tran (R-Fitchburg) voted with Tarr 94.1 percent of the time and Sen. Patrick O’Connor (R-Weymouth) sided with Tarr 98.0 percent of the time. PERCENTAGE OF TIMES SENATORS VOTED WITH THEIR PARTY’S LEADERSHIP The percentage next to the senator’s name represents the percentage of times the senator supported his or her party’s leadership. The number in parentheses represents the number of times the senator opposed his or her party’s leadership. Some senators voted on all 104 roll call votes. Others missed one or more roll calls. The percentage for each senator is calculated based on the number of roll calls on which he or she voted and does not count the roll calls for which he or she was absent. Sen. Joseph Boncore 98.0 percent HOW LONG WAS LAST WEEK’S SESSION? Beacon Hill Roll Call tracks the length of time that the House and Senate were in session each week. Many legislators say that legislative sessions are only one aspect of the Legislature’s job and that a lot of important work is done outside of the House and Senate chambers. They note that their jobs also involve committee work, research, constituent work and other matters that are important to their districts. Critics say that the Legislature does not meet regularly or long enough to debate and vote in public view on the thousands of pieces of legislation that have been fi led. They note that the infrequency and brief length of sessions are misguided and lead to irresponsible late-night sessions and a mad rush to act on dozens of bills in the days immediately preceding the end of an annual session. During the week of August 2428, the House met for a total of one hour and 15 minutes while the Senate met for a total of one hour and 20 minutes. Mon. Aug. 24 House 11:03 a.m. to 11:07 a.m. Senate 11:03 a.m. to 11:10 a.m. Tues. Aug. 25 No House session No Senate session Wed. Aug. 26 No House session No Senate session Thurs. Aug 27 House 11:07 a.m. to 12:18 p.m. Senate 11:10 a.m. to 12:23 p.m. Fri. Aug. 28 No House session No Senate session Bob Katzen welcomes feedback at bob@beaconhillrollcall.com 38 Main St., Saugus (781) 666-3517 mangorealtyteam.com 199 Essex Street, Saugus - $979,000 COMMERCIAL USE For Rent $1500.00 ~ Meet Our Agents ~ Sue Palomba Barry Tam Lea Doherty Patrick Rescigno Rosa Rescigno Call for a Free Market Analysis! 8 Sheehan Terrace, Rockport $599,000 countertops, kitchen cabinets, S.S. appliances, Carl Greenler
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