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EVT EVE ER T Vol. 34, No.2 -FREET www.advocatenews.net Your Local News & Sports Online! Scan & Subscribe! ADDOCCO TEAT Free Every Friday DiDomenico sworn in as State Senator for 8th term 617-387-2200 Friday, January 10, 2025 Stephanie Martins unanimously voted City Council President Senator Sal DiDomenico at the Senate Chamber rostrum with Senate President Karen Spilka (center) and his wife, Tricia, and sons Matthew and Sal. Special to Th e Advocate L ast week Sal N. DiDomenico was sworn in as State Senator for the 8th time, marking 14 years serving the people of the Middlesex and Suffolk District in the State Senate. DiDomenico had the privilege of speaking during the ceremony and nominating his friend, Karen Spilka, to continue as Senate President. “Thank you to the residents of Cambridge, Charlestown, Chelsea DIDOMENICO | SEE PAGE 8 T F. J. LaRovere Insurance Agency, Inc. 492 Broadway Everett, MA 02149 617-387-9700 phone 617-387-9702 fax INSURANCE FOR AUTO, HOME, AND BUSINESS We offer very competitive rates, and by representing many different companies we can shop for the best price for our customers. Call us today! Open Monday – Friday 9am-5pm and Saturdays 9am-12pm Messinger Insurance Agency 475 Broadway Everett, MA 02149 617-387-2700 phone 617-387-7753 fax he City Council elected Ward 2 member Stephanie Martins as its new president in a short organizational meeting on Monday, January 6. “I pledge to lead with fairness and relentless work for the people PROUD FAMILY: Shown from left: proud dad, Eudes Martin Silva traveled from Florida and brother Giancarlo Martins traveled from Marlborough, Mass. to congratulate the new Everett City Council President on Monday evening. (Advocate photo) By Neil Zolot of Everett,” she said. “Public service is a calling. I’m honored to answer that calling and want to thank my colleagues for the confi dence they have in me. Thank you for your trust and support. To the City’s employees, MARTINS | SEE PAGE 10 McGonagle sworn in for sixth term in Massachusetts House of Representatives General Court of Massachusetts The Rep. joined his colleagues on new year’s Day to begin The 194th Special to Th e Advocate R ep. Joe McGonagle was honored to announce that he was offi cially sworn in for his sixth term as State Representative in the Massachusetts House of Representatives. He continues to represent the 28th Middlesex District, which comprises the city of Everett. McGonagle was sworn in on New Year’s Day at the State House, as part of Massachusetts’ laws dating back to Samuel Adams that the new session begin on the fi rst Wednesday of January. “I am beyond thrilled and grateful to once again begin a term as Everett’s State Representative,” said McGonagle. “I’ve had such great experiences and every day on the job is a lesson, for which I am so glad to have the best teachers in my colleagues, leadership and most importantly, constituents. Thank you to the rest of the Everett delegation, Senator DiDomenico, Rep. Judith Garcia and the ‘Dean of Everett’ Rep. Danny Ryan for their MCGONAGLE | SEE PAGE 4

Page 2 THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, JAnuARy 10, 2025 Sen. DiDomenico celebrates over $11M awarded to prevent youth violence DiDomenico has long championed this annual grant program L ast month the HealeyDriscoll Administration announced over $11 million in funding awarded through the Shannon Jr. Community Safety Initiative (Shannon CSI), including new funds to support violence prevention in public housing sites. State Senator Sal DiDomenico has championed this critical grant program for years and has consistently advocated for increased funding. Shannon CSI helps communities build programs to improve safety and reduce gang activity and is benefi tting cities throughout Senator DiDomenico’s district and in areas throughout the state. Thanks to this funding, communities can provide youth programming and help build and strengthen relationships between police and young people. RON’S OIL Call For PRICE MELROSE, MA 02176 NEW CUSTOMER’S WELCOME ACCEPTING VISA, MASTERCARD & DISCOVER (781) 397-1930 OR (781) 662-8884 100 GALLON MINIMUM Need a hall for your special event? The Schiavo Club, located at 71 Tileston Street, Everett is available for your Birthdays, Anniversaries, Sweet 16 parties and more? For more info, call (857) 249-7882 State Senator Sal DiDomenico is shown in 2024 speaking at an event with the Metropolitan Area Planning Council to highlight support of the Shannon Grants. “I have supported this program for years and will continue to do so in order to reduce violence and protect young people in my district and across Massachusetts,” said Senator DiDomenico. “I want to thank my colleagues and the broad coalition of advocates working with me to support funding the Shannon grants.” State Fire Marshal Offers Cold Snap Heating Safety Tips Heating Equipment is a Leading Cause of Fires, Carbon Monoxide Note: This information is from a press release issued by the Massachusetts Department of Fire Services on January 6, 2025. S TOW – With temperatures expected to dip into the teens overnight this week, Massachusetts State Fire Marshal Jon M. Davine is reminding residents to stay warm safely and protect their loved ones from some of the most common home heating fi res. “We’re expecting very cold weather in the nights ahead, and home heating appliances will be working overtime,” said State Fire Marshal Jon M. Davine. “Heating equipment is the leading cause of carbon monoxide at home and the second leading cause of residential fi res. Whether you’re using gas, oil, solid fuel, or space heaters to keep warm, be sure you keep safe, too.” State Fire Marshal Davine said there were nearly 6,000 heating fi res in Massachusetts from 2019 to 2023. These fi res claimed eight lives, caused 139 injuries to fi refi ghters and residents, and contributed to over $42 million in damage. And in 2023 alone, Massachusetts fi re departments reported fi nding carbon monoxide at nearly 5,000 non-fi re incidents. Smoke and Carbon Monoxide Alarms Every household needs working smoke and carbon monoxSAFETY TIPS | SEE PAGE 7 — Vinyl Siding — Carpentry Work — Decks — Roofing — Free Estimates — Replacement Windows — Fully Licensed — Fully Insured

THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, JAnuARy 10, 2025 Page 3 Sounds of Everett E VERETT IS (STILL) WELL REPRESENTED: Congratulations to all our elected offi cials at city hall and the State House as a new year has begun. This past week, the City Council unanimously voted to elect Ward 2 Councillor Stephanie Martins as their next Council President. Councillor Martins is no stranger around the city where she has been involved with the Kiwanis Club and many other charitable groups for many years, as well as participating in just about every event and benefi t – truly a tireless public servant for Everett. Up on Beacon Hill, State Senator Sal DiDomenico and State Representatives Joe McGonagle and Dan Ryan continue to shape their own political paths as they move Everett forward, along with Mayor Carlo DeMaria, who are now working with the Kraft family, to place a professional soccer stadium along the Mystic River. Everett is truly moving up as a worldwide entertainment and resort destination. Congratulations also to State Rep. Judith Garcia who was also sworn in on New Years Day to her second term representing a small slice of Everett and the city of Chelsea. THE PASSING OF PRESIDENT CARTER: James Earl Carter, Jr., the peanut farmer from Plains, Georgia, who passed away on Dec. 29, 2024 at the age of 100, served as our 39th president of the US from 1977-1981. President Carter, a Nobel Peace Prize recipient who brokered a peace agreement between Israel and Egypt during his tenure in the White House. Although we may remember him for the seizure of 52 American embassy staff members in Iran who were held in captivity for almost a year, the Soviet invasion of Afghanistan, long gas lines and rampant infl ation, Carter was a down-to-earth individual who truly cared about his country. He would spend much of his life building homes for the needy and volunteering his time and energy to many worthy causes. May he rest in peace. HONORING THE LATE CITY COUNCILLOR ROSIE LeCOURS: It was truly an outstanding gesture by Councillor Wayne Matewsky to off er a motion to place the portrait of the late Rosie LeCours in the city hall council chambers in honor of her longtime service as the fi rst female city councillor who served for over 30 years. Short in height but a giant in the council chambers, Rosie was a self-employed cab driver for over 50 years, and was considered Boston’s fi rst woman cab driver who boasted of driving a president of the United States (the name escapes me), but she was never afraid of letting her opinion be known as she represented her constituents, especially the seniors, at city hall. She passed away in 2006 at the young age of 98. She was a longtime member of the Garden Club and could always be seen at all the city’s special events in her Everett Police Auxiliary uniform. Rosie was truly one-of-a-kind, a pioneer in so many ways, who deserves to have her portrait hung in the Council Chambers. - JDM SABATINO/MASTROCOLA INSURANCE AGENCY 519 BROADWAY EVERETT, MA 02149 Auto * Home * Boat * Renter * Condo * Life * Multi-Policy Discounts * Commercial 10% Discounts * Registry Service Also Available Sabatino Insurance is proud to welcome the loyal customers of ALWAYS READY TO SERVE YOU: Our Staff are, Emma Davidson, Jeimy Sanchez, Josephine Leone, Marie D’Amore, Rocco Longo, Z’andre Lopez, Anthony DiPierro, Darius Goudreau, Laurette Murphy, Danielle Goudreau and Tina Davidson. PHONE: (617) 387-7466 FAX: (617) 381-9186 Visit us online at: WWW.SABATINO-INS.COM LIKE US ON FACEBOOK ADVOCATE NEWSPAPER FACEBOOK.COM/ADVOCATE.NEWS.MA

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THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, JAnuARy 10, 2025 Page 5 Orsogna Women’s Club of Everett hosts “An Evening with the Authors” Orsogna Women’s Club is now gearing up for the 75th year anniversary on March 22, 2025. The board of the Orsogna Women’s Club is comprised of remarkable women, in which I am very confident they will do a great job with the 75th Anniversary gala and continue to do an outstanding job maintaining the great record they earned with OWC. Orsogna Women’s Club, 316 Main Street, Everett, MA 02149 8 Norwood St. Everett (617) 387-9810 Open Tues. - Sat. at 4:00 PM Closed Sun. & Mon. Shown are authors Gilfroia Giugliano, Brian L. Heath and Fatima M. Heath. By Gill Giugliano T he Orsogna Women’s Club (OWC) was chartered on March 7, 1950, by 32 Orsognese women; the mission statement of OWC was to stay connected with Orsognese and Italian culture and to pass it on to their children and grandchildren and share their culture and customs with friends and neighbors. Another important part of their mission statement was for these Orsognese women and their families to assimilate in the American culture and ways and learn to speak English. And live The American Dream! Since the Orsogna Women’s Club was created, these objectives have been kept. OWC raised money for earthquakes Lasell University students named to fall 2024 Dean’s List T he following Everett students were named to Lasell University’s fall 2024 Dean’s List: Giovanni Salvador, Leah Figueiredo and Domenic Catino. To be named to the Dean’s List, Lasell students must complete at least 12 credits as a full-time student and achieve a semester GPA of 3.5 or higher. and flood victims, donated to Rosie’s Place for battered women, Italian children of Jamaica Plain orphanage, Don Orione Nursing Home, convent of Orsogna and others. OWC throughout the years have organized many trips within USA historical and cultural sites, touring American cities and states: Boston, Washington, D.C., Philadelphia, Virginia New York, Atlantic City, Providence, etc. OWC has also visited, Cuba, Azores and Italy. The have held countless activities – wine testing, cookAnnouncing our Classic Specials Dine In Only: ing classes, food contests from different Italian regions, exercise classes and many dinner-dances, beauty seminars and makeovers, and hosted several book signings and evenings with the authors. The most recent authors event was on November 4, 2024 (An Evening with the Authors), which was a great success, as they introduced children’s books authors Gilfroia Giugliano, Fatima M. Heath and Brian L. Heath. The authors were very well received. OWC ended 2024 with a wonderful New Year’s Eve celebration. * FREE Salad with purchase of Entree, Tuesdays & Wednesdays * Cheese Pizza - Only $10 Catch ALL The Live Sports Action On Our Large Screen TV’s Scan & Follow Us on Facebook! www.810bargrille.com

Page 6 THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, JAnuARy 10, 2025 Everett Public Libraries Calendar of Events A nnouncing the 25 in ‘25 Reading Challenge! We were so pleased with the turnout for our 24 in ‘24 Challenge that we decided to up the ante. The Everett Public Libraries now challenge you to read 25 books in 2025! Crack open an old favorite, try a new genre, or listen to an audio book - if you’re reading, it counts! Prizes provided by the Friends of the Everett Public Libraries will be awarded to those who complete the challenge. Visit everett.beanstack.com to get started. Parlin Adult and Teens Yarn Club Parlin Fireplace Room. Tuesday, January 14th at 7pm. Come chit chat and stitch! Bring your crocheting, knitting, or any other yarn craft and sit and socialize with other members of the crafting community. Recommended for ages 14-109! Puzzle Club Parlin Trustees Table. Wednesday, JanuIf We Happen To Meet By Accident ... You’ll Be Glad You Found Us! 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To register, please call or send email to Kathleen, 617-394-2300 or slipp@noblenet.org Computer Basics 101, Parlin Information Desk. Not familiar with the computer? Learn the basics: how to start up and shut down a computer, perform mouse and keyboard functions, use applications, learn Microsoft Word, navigate the Internet, set up an email account, and more! By appointment only. To register, please call or send email to Kathleen, 617-394-2300 or slipp@noblenet.org. Parlin Childrens Lego Club. Parlin Children’s Room. Monday, January 13th from 3-5pm. Come to the Children’s Room after school on Mondays for some free-building Lego fun. Open to all ages. Children under 6 years old must be accompanied by an adult. No registration required. Storytime and Singalong with Karen, Parlin Children’s Room. Wednesday, January 15th at 11am. Join us for a funfi lled morning of singing and storytelling with Karen! Suggested ages 0-6. Drama Class. Parlin Children’s Room. Wednesday, January 15th at 3pm. Do you have a drama queen or king at home? Drama Class in the Parlin Children’s Department is the perfect opportunity for your child to put those acting skills to use with our drama coach! Suggested ages 6-14. Story Time Adventures with Mrs. McAuliffe Parlin Craft Room. Thursday, January 16th at 11am. Join Mrs. McAuliffe for our enchanting Story Time! You will be whisked away on magical adventures through the pages of your favorite books. Bring a friend or make a new one in our circle of friends Story Time Adventures with Mrs. McAuliffe Parlin Craft Room. Friday, January 17th at 11am. Join Mrs. McAuliffe for our enchanting Story Time! You will be whisked away on magical adventures through the pages of your favorite books. Bring a friend or make a new one in our circle of friends Fluency Fun Fridays! Parlin Children’s Room. Friday, January 17th at 3pm. Level up your fl uency game! Stop by the children’s room for an afternoon of fun board games like Scrabble and Bananagrams, word searches and crossword puzzles. Suggested ages 5-12. Origami Club. Parlin Children’s Room. Saturday, January 18th at 12pm. Learn how to fold paper animals of all kinds! Open to all ages and abilities. Paper and instruction will be provided. Shute Adult and Teens Crafty Conversations: Paper Garland Ed., Shute Meeting Room. Thursday, January 16th at 7:00 PM. Join us for our Crafty Conversations: Paper Garland event, another cozy winter crafting session where you’ll create your garland from book pages. Suggested for ages 14 and up. Registration is required. This program is generously funded by the Friends of the Everett Public Libraries. Resume Writing, Shute Adult Department. Book a one-on-one resume assistance appointment at the Shute Library and let a librarian help you craft a resume tailored to your strengths and aspirations. Sign up for a thirty-minute session at both the Shute Library. By appointment only. Please email shuteinfo@noblenet.org or call 617-394-2308. Computer Basics 101, Shute Adult Department. Tech Newbie? No Problem! Learn to power up, click around, type like a pro, explore the digital world, and even send your first email. Book your Friday appointment with technology today! By appointment only. Please email shuteinfo@noblenet.org or call 617-394-2308.

THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, JAnuARy 10, 2025 Page 7 Council on Aging to Host Estate Planning Seminar for Older Adults The seminar will be conducted by Attorney Stephen Spano E VERETT, MA – Mayor Carlo DeMaria is pleased to announce that the City of Everett Council on Aging (COA) will be hosting an estate planning seminar for older adults on Wednesday, February 12 at 12:30 p.m. at the Connolly Center (90 Chelsea Street). Conducted by Elder Law Attorney Stephen Spano from Spano Dawicki & Witt, this seminar will discuss the dos and don’ts of planning for the future. Some of the topics that will be discussed include the diff erent aspects of a trust, creating a living and general will, and more. This seminar is free. For more information, please call Constituent Services by dialing 617-394-2270 to be connected to Cathi or Joanne at the Connolly Center. Council on Aging Partners with the Everett Arts Association to Offer a 12-Week Art Course All are welcome to participate in learning through participating in various art projects E VERETT, MA – Mayor Carlo DeMaria is pleased to announce that the City of Everett Council on Aging (COA) has once again partnered with the Everett Arts Association to host the second (spring) SAFETY TIPS | FROM PAGE 2 ide alarms on every level of their home. Check the manufacturing date on the back of your alarms so you know when to replace them: smoke alarms should be replaced after 10 years, and carbon monoxide alarms should be replaced after 5 to 10 years depending on the model. If your alarms take alkaline batteries, put in fresh batteries twice a year when you change your clocks. If it’s time to replace your alarms, choose new ones from a well-known, national brand. Select smoke alarms with a sealed, long-life battery and a hush feature. 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Page 8 THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, JAnuARy 10, 2025 Pictured from left to right: State Senators Peter Durant, Brendan Crighton, Sal DiDomenico, Bill Driscoll, Michael Rodrigues, Liz Miranda and Lydia Edwards. Senator Sal DiDomenico nominating Senator Karen Spilka to continue as Senate President this term. Senator Sal DiDomenico with Senate court officers. Senator Sal DiDomenico with his staff: Yoshki Wurtz (left), Christie Getto Young (second from left), Ayla Thorntona (second from right) and Eli Fenichel (right). Pictured from left to right: Senator Sal DiDomenico, Sal DiDomenico, U.S. Senator Ed Markey, Matthew DiDomenico, Tricia DiDomenico. Law Offices of JOSEPH D. CATALDO, P.C. “ATTORNEYS AND COUNSELORS AT LAW” • ESTATE/MEDICAID PLANNING • WILLS/TRUSTS/ESTATES • INCOME TAX PREPARATION • WEALTH MANAGEMENT • RETIREMENT PLANNING • ELDER LAW 369 Broadway Everett, MA 02149 (617)381-9600 JOSEPH D. CATALDO, CPA, CFP, MST, ESQUIRE. AICPA Personal Financial Specialist Designee DIDOMENICO | FROM PAGE 1 Senator Sal DiDomenico with his family on the Senate balcony. and Everett for your trust, confidence and support, and for giving me the honor to serve as your State Senator for another term,” said Senator DiDomenico. “I look forward to a bright and productive legislative session working for you and the people of the Commonwealth.”

THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, JAnuARy 10, 2025 Page 9 PCSS students take second place in Invention Challenge at NASA’s Jet Propulsion Laboratory in Southern California T he Robotics Club at Pioneer Charter School of Science in Everett (PCSS-I) placed second in a national science competition sponsored by NASA’s Jet Propulsion Laboratory (JPL) in Southern California. At its 25th Invention Challenge, NASA welcomed more than 200 students and retired JPL engineers to compete by designing and deploying home-built devices. At the event, PCSS students faced off against two other outof-state schools and two teams that included adult engineers. In the end, retired JPL engineer Alan DeVault clinched the first place spot, followed closely by the PCSS team, with Centaurus High School of Colorado coming in third. Prior to the event, students from PCSS’s Robotics Club spent three months preparing to compete alongside other highly qualified schools and NASA engineers. The challenge for participants was to construct an automated machine that would launch within 60 seconds 50 chocolate-coated peanuts over a barrier and into a triangular Plexiglass container 16 feet away. “We are so proud of our Robotics Club for their excellent performance at the JPL Invention Challenge,” said PCSS Executive Director Sanela Jonuz. “At PCSS, we aim to imbue our students with a passion for the sciences, and we are glad that our students had the opportunity to showcase their passion and skill at this prestigious challenge.” Students from PCSS’s Robotics Club pose for a photo at NASA’s Jet Propulsion Laboratory with their second-place trophy. (Photo Courtesy of Pioneer Charter School of Science) While in SoCal, PCSS students were also able to explore and participate in various enrichment activities. The team visited the California Science Center and Griffith Observatory and spent time in the Hollywood Hills and at the beach. As a school with a strong emphasis on science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM), PCSS creates science initiative programs to provide opportunities for internships, projects and participation in science fairs and competitions like the JPL Invention Challenge. Through this, PCSS emphasizes a passion for these subjects and prepares its students to become successful professionals and exemplary community members. Members of the PCSS Robotics Club pose with their second-place winning launch machine at the event. (Photo Courtesy of Pioneer Charter School of Science) Members of the PCSS Robotics Club work on their homemade launch machine ahead of the competition. (Photo Courtesy of Pioneer Charter School of Science) PCSS students pose for a photo at the California Science Center. (Photo Courtesy of Pioneer Charter School of Science)

Page 10 THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, JAnuARy 10, 2025 Shown from left: Nicholas Saia, Ward 1 Councillor Wayne Matewsky, Councillor-at-Large Stephanie Smith, Everett Charter Review Committee Member David Flood, in back, Clerk of Committees John Burley, Ward 3 Councillor Anthony DiPierro, Councillor-at-Large John Hanlon, Councillor-at-Large Michael Marchese, Ward 5 Councillor and outgoing City Council President Robert Van Campen, City Council President Stephanie Martins (Ward 2), Councillor-at-Large Guerline Alcy Jabouin, Ward 4 Councillor Holly Garcia, Councillor-at-Large Katy Rogers, Ward 6 Councillor Peter Pietrantonio, Legislative Aide Michael Mangan and City Clerk Sergio Cornelio. (Advocate photos by Tara Vocino) MARTINS | FROM PAGE 1 thank you for your service; to the people who worked on my campaign, I am grateful, and to all the young girls who have come to the country, I see you. I was one of you” – a reference to her own emigration from Brazil in 2005 at age 13. Martins’ father Eudes and brother Giancarlo were in the City Council Chambers for the vote and inauguration by City Clerk Sergio Cornelio. Eudes came to the United States in 1988 and his children followed him later. Martins thanked her father, late mother Angela and paternal grandfather Sebastian. “I’m sure he never imagined his granddaughter would be in a new country holding public office,” she said of her grandfather. Eudes said Sebastian would be very proud. Martins succeeds Ward 5 Councillor Robert Van Campen as president. “His leadership brought a sense of civility to the Council, and I’ll continue his advocacy for transparency,” she said. “Transparency must be at the core of everything we do.” Van Campen nominated Martins. “I’ve come to know her as someone who attends meetings and is in the community and as someone who’s fair and can continue the civility we’ve established,” he said. Councillor-at-Large Katy Rogers seconded the nomination. “I am confident Councillor Martins will excel in the role of Council president and inspire meaningful progress for the city,” she said. “Throughout her tenure on the Council, she has demonstrated exceptional dedication, vision and an unwavering commitment to serving the residents of Everett. Her innovative approach to challenges and advocacy for the community have distinguished her as a true leader.” No other Councillors were nominated and Martins’ selection has been an open secret. This year she had the support of colleagues she hadn’t had in previous attempts to be Council president. “We typically have a new president each year,” she said. “Someone can run again, but they typically don’t.” Everett city government does not elect a Council vice president. When the Council president wants to relinquish the Council chair to participate in discussion, they can appoint any Councillor they want to take over. Martins served in this role a number of times last year. The only time there is a set procedure for someone else to chair a meeting is in the reorganizational meeting when the senior member of the Council oversees the selection of a new president. This year it was Councillor-at-Large John Hanlon who oversaw the proceedings. Martins was first elected to represent Ward 2 in 2019 in the last of four elections dating back to 2013 in which voters from all over the city voted in Ward races regardless of where they lived, seemingly in violation of equal representation requirements. In MARTINS | SEE PAGE 11 Shown from left: Oliveira’s Restaurant owner Wilton Rangel, former Ward 6 Councillor Alfred Lattanzi, Incoming City Council President Stephanie Martins, Reverend Dr. Myrlande Desrosiers and Bishop Robert Brown. Shown from left: animal activists Leann Pollastrone and Carole Pollastrone, City Council President Stephanie Martins, Everett’s dog mother Melissa Guevin and Everett’s Animal Control Officer Stacia Gorgone.

THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, JAnuARy 10, 2025 Page 11 Outgoing City Council President Robert Van Campen passes the gavel to Incoming President Stephanie Martins on Monday night at City Hall. City Council President Stephanie Martins is shown with Be Live In Realty owner Lia Carminati. MARTINS | FROM PAGE 10 2021 and 2023 the rules were changed back to the previous rules, with residents being required to live in a Ward to vote for its Councillor. “It was about to be challenged by civil rights groups, so it was changed voluntarily,” Cornelio remembers. “It had been changed before as part of changes in the Charter, but people could vote only on the entire Charter.” She votes at the Parlin School as a resident of Precinct 3 in the Ward, which is in the center of the city on the east side of Broadway. Van Campen represents Ward 5, which includes the old High School. Ward 2 is basically across the street. “I’m the Ward 2 Councillor, but work with everyone in the city,” Martins told The Advocate. “Being president is a great opportunity to move things forward, make the Council more accessible and make information available.” She sees the upcoming elecCity Council President Stephanie Martins is shown with Brazilian Times Marketing Director Liliane Sousa Paiva. tions and getting accurate information from the Mayor’s Office on agenda items as challenges this year. “We’ll continue to work toward having complete paperwork when an item is added to a City Council meeting agenda,” she said. “We’re looking for more responsiveness from the Administration. Many issues have not been addressed or are addressed inconsistently.” That includes what may happen to the old Everett High School on Broadway, for which the Administration and School Superintendent William Hart are asking $79 million for renovations for it to be used for 7th and 8th grades. “The Administration has given unclear answers, but the Council is ready to move after we get through community forums,” Martins said. “Once we have a real answer, we’re ready to vote.” She outlined impacts from work on Ferry Street, rodent control and flooding due to rain as important issues for Ward 2. “The drainage system is unable to handle current levels of precipitation,” she feels. Everett’s election schedule puts every Council and School Committee seat up for election every two years, unlike some communities with rotating terms. Martins will be running for reelection this year, but hasn’t decided to run for the Ward 2 seat or for a citywide At-Large seat. “I intend to run but haven’t decided where,” she said. There will be a mayor’s election as well, but any candidates have yet stepped forward. It is not unusual for a Councillor-at-Large to run for Mayor, which creates a ripple effect in openings for At-Large seats and, subsequently, Ward seats. In her first act as president, she appointed Councillor-at-Large Guerline Alcy Jabouin, Ward 3 Councillor Anthony DiPierro and Ward 6 Councillor Peter Pietrantonio as messengers to inform Mayor Carlo DeMaria of her selection as City Council President. State Senator Sal DiDomenico and new City Council President Stephanie Martins. City Council President Stephanie Martins with her friend, Alessandro Cornelio.

Page 12 THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, JAnuARy 10, 2025 Meet the EHS Crimson Tide Boys Basketball Team Crimson Tide Senior: Front row: Richarson Lamerique, Jevaun Berberena, and Tyson Chhun. Back row: John Lung, Geordiell Luna-Morales, and Henrique Pinto. The 2024 - 2025 Crimson Tide EHS Varsity Boys Basketball Team shown in no particular order; Jevaun Berberena, Henrique Pinto, Tyson Chhun, Adam Aitmessaoud Vaca, Cristian Vasquez, Richardson Lamerique, John Luna, Jamill Nelson, Jayden Sanchez, Jayden Alsaindor, Sean Burnett, Geordiell Luna-Morales, Antonio Iraola, Deyvid Xavier, and Benji Joseph. Head Coach Gerry Boyce with the Varsity Crimson Tide Captains Jevaun Berberena, Tyson Chhun and Henrique Pinto. Meet the Everett High School Crimson Tide Girls Varsity Basketball Team EHS Head Coach Riley Dunn and Assistant Coach Courtney Meninger with the EHS Varsity Girls 2024-2025 Crimson Tide Basketball Team, shown in no particular order; Sonia Constanza Flores, Clarice Alexis, Emilia Maria-Babcock, Manal Bouhou, Gerniah Boyce, Amicha Jacques Antoine, Nicaea Legall, Nicole Damaceno, Julianna Rivera, Katerin Landaverde Vasquez, Kylee Nord, Casey Martinez, and Rosita Pineda Lun. EHS Seniors Geraiah Boyce, Manal Bouhou, Amicha JacquesAntoine, Emilia Maria-Babcock, Clarice Alexis and Sonia Flores with Coach Riley Dunn.

THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, JAnuARy 10, 2025 Page 13 Tide girls basketball team begins new year with decisive win over Chelsea to snap early season losing streak Everett takes on host Lynn English tonight and then stays on the road next week with games at Lowell, Somerville, Malden By Joe McConnell t didn’t take long for the Everett High School girls basketball team (1-4) to like what they see so far in 2025. On just the second day of the new year, they defeated Greater Boston League (GBL) rival Chelsea at home going away, 59-32. Captain Emilia Maria Babcock posted her first double / double of the season to lead her Tide teammates to the easy win. It was definitely a memorable, dominating stat line, which consisted of 26 points, 10 rebounds, 5 assists and 5 steals. Freshman Julianna RiveI ra played aggressively while pouring in 18 points that included 7 of 8 from the free throw line. Gerniah Boyce was credited with 8 points and 8 rebounds. “[Boyce] also played tough EHS seniors – Gerniah Boyce, Manal Bouhou, Amicha Jacques-Antoine, Emilia Maria-Babcock, Clarice Alexis and Sonia Flores – with Coach Riley Dunn (Advocate photo) down low,” said coach Riley Dunn. “But overall, this was a great team effort.” Kylee Nord also played a solid game, chipping in 3 steals and 5 rebounds. For her efforts, she received the Impact Player team award from Dunn for her hustle and heart. “[Nord] is always making a positive impact on this team,” said the veteran Everett coach. The Everett girls will be back on the court tonight (Jan. 10), when they take on host Lynn English, starting at 6 p.m. They will remain on the road next week, starting Monday night (Jan. 13) against non-league Lowell. They will then head to Somerville the next night. Both games will begin at 6:30 p.m. The Crimson Tide will close out next week at Malden on Thursday night, starting at 6 p.m. Tide boys basketball newcomers experience growing pains as they adapt to the varsity game Everett plays host to non-league Brockton Saturday night, before Malden, Medford come to town next week By Joe McConnell he Everett High School boys basketball team (2-4) opened up the 2025 portion of its regular season schedule on Jan. 2 with a hard-fought road loss to Greater Boston League rival Lynn Classical, 67-58. Second-year Everett coach T Gerard Boyce knows his club experienced another difficult defeat, but he foresees much brighter days ahead this winter for his squad. “It was a tightly contested affair, and I was proud of the effort our team put forth against the Rams,” Boyce said. Christian Vasquez once again stood out for the Tide after coming off the bench to pour in 21 points to keep his teammates close on the scoreboard. Vasquez was also credited with three steals and four rebounds in another all-around fine game. Geordiell Luna Morales also did a good job to keep Classical on the ropes with his 11-point double-digit performance. Going forward, however, Boyce admits that it’s taking his younger players longer to adapt to the varsity game. “As we look ahead, it’s clear that finding the defensive intensity we had last year has been a challenge for our younger players,” Boyce said. “We need to focus on improving our defense, rebounding and sharing of the basketball in order to enhance our overall performance to win more games.” The Everett boys have three games scheduled for this week to give them more opportunities to work at their craft. They hosted nonleague Newton South Tuesday night, before going to East Boston to face the Jets, their coach’s alma mater, last night (Jan. 9) after press deadline. They will then close out the week at home against non-league Brockton tomorrow night (Jan. 11), starting at 5:30 p.m. Malden (Jan. 14) and Medford (Jan. 16) come to town next week as the Greater Boston League schedule heats up. Both games will begin at 7 p.m.

Page 14 THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, JAnuARy 10, 2025 Snow Thrower Safety Tips: Keep Best Practices in Mind This Winter C learing snow and ice from driveways, sidewalks and parking lots is no small job. You rely on your outdoor power equipment to do the heavy lifting, and it’s important to keep safety in mind. The Outdoor Power Equipment Institute (OPEI) reminds home and business owners to use snow throwers, often referred to as snow blowers, safely and off ers tips to help. “Weather today is unpredictable. You need to have your snow thrower serviced and ready to power up,” says OPEI President and CEO Kris Kiser. “Review your owner’s manual so you can use your equipment safely.” Kiser says preparation is key and that home and business owners should consider the following: Review the owner’s manual. Check the owner’s manual for safe handling procedures. If the manual cannot be found, look it up online, and store a copy on your computer so it’s available to reference in the future. Review how to operate controls. Be able to shut off equipment quickly. Check equipment. The snow thrower should be powered off when being checked over. Adjust any cables and check the auger. Charge batteries. Locate the batteries for your snow thrower and charge them fully before it snows. Purchase fuel. Be sure to use the correct fuel recommended by the equipment’s manufacturer. For most gasoline-powered snow throwers, that is E10 or less. ~ LEGAL NOTICE ~ City of Everett Often fuel stations are closed after a storm so buy gasoline in advance of storms. Fuel that is more than 30 days old can phase separate and cause operating problems. For more information on fueling properly see www.opei. org/programs/ethanolwarning Store and use fuel properly. Place gasoline in a proper fuel container and label it with the date purchased and the ethanol content. Store fuel safely and out of the reach of children. Fill the fuel tank outside before starting the engine and while the engine is cold. Never add fuel to a running or hot engine. Clear the area. Snow can sometimes hide objects. Doormats, hoses, balls, toys, boards, wires, and other debris should be removed from areas you intend to clear. When run over by a snow thrower, these objects may harm the machine or people. Dress for winter weather. Locate safety gear now, and place it in an accessible closet or location. Wear safety glasses, gloves and footwear that can handle cold and slippery surfaces when operating the snow thrower. KEY SAFETY TIP: Never put your hands inside the auger or chute. Use a clean out tool to unclog snow or debris from the snow thrower. Your hands should never go inside the auger or chute. Turn OFF the snow thrower if EVERETT CITY COUNCIL PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE FOR A ZONING ORDINANCE CHANGE AN ORDINANCE AMENDING SECTION 32 OF THE ZONING ORDINANCE: INCLUSIONARY ZONING To all interested parties, In accordance with MGL Chapter 40A, Section 5 and Section 12 of the City of Everett Zoning Ordinance (Revised Ordinances, Appendix A), the Everett City Council shall conduct the required public hearing for changes to the city’s zoning ordinance. Said public hearing shall be held during a regular meeting of the council on Monday, January 27, 2025 at 7:00 PM in the City Council Chambers at Everett City Hall, Third Floor, 484 Broadway, Everett, MA 02149. At said meeting, the public shall be allowed to speak on proposed amendments to the City of Everett’s Zoning Ordinance by modifying Sections 32 of the Zoning Ordinance – Inclusionary Zoning. A copy of the documents associated with this proposed amendment shall be available in the City Clerk’s Office for public inspection. A list of the changes being proposed to Section 32 can also be found in Item 6 of the Planning Board agenda for their meeting of January 6, 2024. This agenda is posted on the city web site at the following link:https://cityof everett.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/01-06-2025-Planning-Board.pdf. A copy of an updated version of Section 32 if these changes are adopted as submitted can also be found on pages 106 thru 112 of the agenda packet for the December 9, 2024 regular meeting of the City Council. This agenda packet is posted on the city web site at the following link: https://cityofeverett.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/12-09-2024-City-Council.pdf. Questions and comments may be directed in advance of the public hearing to the Legislative Aide for the City Council, Michael Mangan at Michael.Mangan@ci.everett.ma.us or 617-394-2237. Stephanie Martins, President Michael Mangan, Legislative Aide January 10, 2025 you need to clear a clog. If you need to remove debris or unclog snow, always turn off the snow thrower. Wait for all moving parts to come to a complete stop before clearing any clogs or debris. Operate in visible conditions. Never operate the snow thrower without good visibility or light. Aim with care. Never throw snow toward people or cars. Keep children or pets inside and away from your snow thrower when it is operating. Use extreme caution on slopes and hills. Use caution when changing directions on slopes. Do not attempt to clear steep slopes. Know where the cord is. If using an electric powered snow thrower, be aware of where the power cord is at all times. Avoid tripping. - LEGAL NOTICE - COMMONWEALTH OF MASSACHUSETTS THE TRIAL COURT PROBATE AND FAMILY COURT Middlesex Division Docket No. MI24P6374 Estate of: PATRICIA A. LORUSSO Date of Death: August 28, 2022 INFORMAL PROBATE PUBLICATION NOTICE To all persons interested in the above captioned estate, by Petition of Petitioner Stacy N. Muise of Danvers, MA a Will has been admitted to informal probate. Stacy N. Muise of Danvers, MA has been informally appointed as the Personal Representative of the estate to serve without surety on the bond. The estate is being administered under informal procedure by the Personal Representative under the Massachusetts Uniform Probate Code without supervision by the Court. Inventory and accounts are not required to be filed with the Court, but interested parties are entitled to notice regarding the administration from the Personal Representative and can petition the Court in any matter relating to the estate, including distribution of assets and expenses of administration. Interested parties are entitled to petition the Court to institute formal proceedings and to obtain orders terminating or restricting the powers of Personal Representatives appointed under informal procedure. A copy of the Petition and Will, if any, can be obtained from the Petitioner. January 10, 2025

THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, JAnuARy 10, 2025 Page 15 OBITUARIES Laura A. Dewing O f Ev - er ett . Born on October 11th, 1939, to Dr. Norman F. Dewing and Ethel M. Dewing in Arlington, Massachusetts. Laura gave her life to Christ on May 12th, 1962. In 1966 she felt called to serve at Bethel Revival Center in Boston, MA, which later relocated to Everett, MA. Laura faithfully served as Pastor Dailey’s secretary for over 50 years and remained secretary of Bethel Revival Center until her death. She lived her life devoted to the service of God and others. Her strength and purpose was found in her relationship with Jesus Christ. Her faith was unwavering, and she unashamedly shared it with everyone she met. Laura was an inspiration to those who knew her. She was full of kindness, and grace, and always ready to offer prayer or a word of encouragement. She was preceded in death by her father Dr. Norman F. Dewing, mother Ethel Marigold Stoyles. Two sisters, Carol Dewing and Penny Maltais, and a brother Norman Dewing. She is survived by a brother, Charles (Joan) Dewing. One cousin, Charlie Stoyle. Three nieces, ten nephews, one great niece, SAFETY TIPS | FROM PAGE 7 a power strip, and remember that they’re for temporary use. Always turn a space heater off when you leave the room or go to sleep. When purchasing a space heater, select one that’s been tested and labeled by a nationally recognized testing company, such as Underwriters Laboratories (UL) or Intertek (ETL). Newer space heaters should have an automatic shut-off switch that turns the device off if it tips over. Unvented kerosene space heaters and portable propane space heaters are not permitted for residential use in Massachusetts, State Fire Marshal Davine said: the risk of fire and carbon monoxide poisoning that they pose is too great. and one great nephew. Laura will be greatly missed by all who had the privilege of knowing her. She leaves behind a legacy of love, faith, and devotion. Relatives and friends were invited to attend a visitation at the JF Ward Funeral Home, Everett, on Thursday, January 2nd followed by a funeral in the funeral home. Services concluded with interment in Lakeside Cemetery in Wakefield. Marianna “Maria” Pendenza O f Stoneham, formerly of Everett. Entered into eternal rest, suddenly, on Saturday, January 4, at Lahey Hospital in Burlington. She was 88 years old. Born in Vittorito, Italy and after moving to this country, made Everett her home for most of her life. She was the beloved wife of the late Luigi, who passed away in 1988. Dear and devoted mother of Anthony and his wife, Cheryl of Medford, Steven and his wife, Patricia of Marshfield and Lisa Colbert and her husband, Peter of Newbury; the dear sister of Rosita and Odelia of Italy; and loving Nonna/Nina of Maggie, Sydney, Sarah, and Brett Create and Practice a Home Escape Plan Everyone should have a home escape plan that accounts for two ways out of every room, and everyone should be able to open the doors and windows along the way. Remember that children, older adults, and people with disabilities may need extra assistance. More Home Heating Safety Tips The Department of Fire Services offers a wealth of home heating safety information, including the “Keep Warm, Keep Safe” tool kit for local fire departments, caregivers, and service providers at https://www.mass.gov/info-details/winter-home-heating-safety Pendenza, Savannah and Vanessa Colbert. In her early years, Maria worked as a seamstress to help support her family. After becoming widowed at 52, she switched paths and worked at the Whidden Hospital for over 20 years until her retirement. Maria was a lovely, gentle woman who was also very independent. She celebrated every accomplishment, big or small, of her children and grandchildren and was a great supporter in life to anyone she met. Maria had a passion for cooking and nothing made her happier than to serve you. You could never stop in for a visit without being offered her famous pizza, homemade pasta and meatballs, lasagna or pastina, her grandkids’ favorite. The highlights of the year would be the times everyone would go to her house for an occasion and there being just way too much food. Some of her grandkids would call this “Nonna Fest”. Maria was also an avid sports fan. She knew stats better than most professional analysts. She liked to watch baseball and football, but the Boston Celtics were her absolute passion and she was elated when they won the championship last year. Maria also loved bingo, watching TV game shows, gardening, playing the slots at the casino and feeding the birds on her balcony. She will be dearly missed by all who knew her. Relatives and friends are respectfully invited to attend Maria’s Visiting Hours in the Cafasso & Sons Funeral Home, 65 Clark St., Everett, Monday, January 13, from 4- 7 p.m. Her Funeral Service will be in the funeral home on Tuesday, at 11 a.m. Burial will be at the family lot at Woodlawn Cemetery, Everett. Parking with attendants on duty. Louise M. (LeBlanc) McKinnon P assed aw ay peacefully surrounded by her loving family on December 28th, 2024. She was 84 years old. Beloved wife of the late John W. McKinnon, Sr. Loving mother of Linda Callahan and her late husband Michael, Brenda McKinnon and her loving boyfriend Shannon Belcher, John McKinnon, Jr., and his wife Tanis, and James McKinnon and his loving girlfriend Julie Baratta. Cherished grandmother of Tara and her husband Brian, Michael, Ashley, Kayla, Liam, Shaymus, Skylar, and the late Jason Daniels. Cherished great grandmother of Kyleigh Driscoll. Relatives and friends are kindly invited to attend visiting hours at the JF Ward Funeral Home, 772 Broadway, Everett, on Thursday, January 2nd form 4-7 pm, followed by a funeral in the funeral home on Friday, January 3rd at 11 am. Services will conclude with interment in Puritan Lawn Cemetery, Peabody. In lieu of flowers, donations in Louise’s name may be made to the Alzheimer’s Association @ www.act.alz.org

Page 16 THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, JAnuARy 10, 2025 Windfall Elimination Provision Repeal T he United States Senate this past December passed H.R. 82, The Social Security Fairness Act of 2023 with a vote of 76 in favor and 20 not in favor. This landmark legislation repeals the Windfall Elimination Provision (WEP) and the Government Pension Off set (GPO). Both the WEP and the GPO have served to greatly reduce Social Security benefi ts for public servant retirees who had worked as a fi refi ghter, teacher, police offi cer, or in any other city or state employment position. This bill was previously approved by the House of Representatives on November 12, 2024 by a 327-75 margin. President Biden signed this legislation into law on Sunday, January 5, 2025. These public service positions are not covered by Social Security. The WEP was fi rst introduced in 1983 during the Reagan administration resulting in a signifi cant reduction of monthly Social Security retirement benefi ts for those retirees who did contribute to Social Security during a portion of their working years but who worked most of their career in the state public sector thereby becoming eligible for a state pension upon retirement. The GPO resulted in a signifi cant reduction in a surviving spouse’s Social Security retirement benefi ts as a result of the predeceased spouse having worked in the public sector thereby receiving a state pension. The surviving spouse would be collecting the deceased spouse’s state pension under a joint and survivor election option made by the deceased spouse. The predeceased spouse would have settled for a lesser monthly retirement benefi t knowing that his or her surviving spouse would be entitled to collect that state pension for the remainder of his or her life. What this new legislation essentially means is that state workers will be entitled to 100% of their Social Security retirement benefi ts based upon their work history in the private sector and contributions to the Social Security system. This also means that your surviving spouse will receive 100% of your Social Security monthly benefi t upon your death, regardless of whether or not your surviving spouse is also receiving a state retirement benefi t either under her own state retirement benefi t or her spouse’s state retirement benefit. The marriage must have lasted at least 10 years to collect under a predeceased spouse’s work history. The surviving spouse will of course receive the higher Social Security monthly benefi t based either upon her own work history or her spouse’s work history. Retirees will also receive retroactive payments for benefits lost after December 31, 2023. There could be as many as 2.5million retirees that have been aff ected by the WEP and the GPO acts. Massachusetts is one of the states where state workers have been signifi cantly impacted. The expected cost to the federal government by eliminating the WEP and the GPO legislation approximates $200billion over the next decade. The impact on the health of the Social Security Trust Fund would be an acceleration of the time in which the fund would be depleted. Congress will undoubtedly either cut other benefi t programs, foreign aid, contributions to global causes such as World Health Organization, etc., or increase payroll taxes, in order to sustain the Social Security Trust Fund for future retirees. I don’t see our federal government ever jeopardizing Social Security benefi ts for our seniors. Far too many Americans depend upon those benefi ts just to meet their minimum monthly expenses. 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 masters degree in taxation. 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MASSterlist will be e-mailed to you FREE every Monday through Friday morning and will give you a leg up on what’s happening in the blood sport of Bay State politics. For more information and to get your free subscription, go to: https:// MASSterList/subscribe/ THE HOUSE AND SENATE: Last week was full of activity on Beacon Hill. The Legislature approved and sent to Gov. Maura Healey several bills passed on voice votes, without roll calls, prior to the end of the 20232024 session on Wednesday, January 1. The Legislature also convened the 2025-2026 session that same day. Much of the day’s activities were ceremonial including the swearing-in of state senators and representatives. The only roll call votes were on the election of a speaker of the House and Senate president. REP. RON MARIANO RE-ELECTED SPEAKER The House re-elected Rep. Ron Mariano (D-Quincy) as speaker of the House and Rep. Brad Jones (R-North Reading) as Republican minority leader. Mariano received the votes of all 132 Democrats who voted. Jones fended off a challenge from Rep. Marc Lombardo (R-Billerica) for the GOP top spot. Jones received 21 votes to Lombardo’s four votes. “Just as the Legislature acted to protect our residents during the fi rst Trump administration, it will once again be our responsibility to step up when we can in the face of federal management changes and decreased federal support,” Mariano said. “It will be imperative that we rise above the infi ghting and partisan politics that continue to plague Congress, a goal that I know Gov. Healey and Senate President Spilka remain committed to.” “I am truly grateful for the overwhelming vote of confidence and support I received from my colleagues this morning,” said Jones. “They were able to see through the divisive rhetoric and meaningless noise generated by outside special interests, extremist groups and others leading up to today’s vote. As we begin a new legislative session, I am honored to have the opportunity to continue to lead the House Republican Caucus over the next two years and will continue to work alongside my colleagues to advocate for responsible policies that are in the best interests of our cities and towns and the state’s taxpayers.” “Today wasn’t a loss,” said Lombardo. “Today was the culmination of starting a conversation within the caucus and with the voters of the commonwealth about how they want the Republican Party of Massachusetts to operate, how they want the House caucus to operate. They want transparency, they want a strong Republican voice, and we haven’t had that.” Rep. Joseph McGonagle Voted for Mariano SEN. KAREN SPILKA RE-ELECTED SENATE PRESIDENT The Senate re-elected Sen. Karen Spilka (D-Ashland) as Senate president and Sen. Bruce Tarr (R-Gloucester) as Republican Minority Leader. Spilka received the votes of 34 of the Senate’s 35 Democrats while all fi ve Republicans voted for Tarr. Sen. John Keenan (D-Quincy) voted “present.” “What an exciting day to kick off 2025,” posted Spilka on Facebook. “Today I had the distinct honor of being sworn in as the Senator representing Middlesex and Norfolk and re-elected President of the Massachusetts Senate. The privilege and responsibility to serve the Senate and our commonwealth is not one I take lightly. I’m so thankful for my family who was able to be here today and those supporting me from afar. I’m forever grateful to my colleagues in the Senate and look forward to all we will tackle together in this coming year as we fi ght like hell for the great people of our commonwealth.Sen. Tarr posted on Facebook, “Thank you [Senate BEACON | SEE PAGE 17

THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, JAnuARy 10, 2025 Page 17 BEACON | FROM PAGE 16 President Spilka] for your partnership and friendship as we continue to work together to defy the ongoing and disturbing trends of division and paralysis that are plaguing other legislative bodies, even as we face challenges, circumstances, and situations that demand the very best each of us has to off er on behalf of those we represent.” “I voted ‘present’ today in the roll call for the election of a Senate President because changes are needed,” Keenan posted on X. “We have had significantly fewer roll calls, routinely missed deadlines, failed to adopt joint rules, waived rules, passed bills beyond the end of formal sessions with limited opportunities for members to participate fully, and have often been at odds with our partners in the House of Representatives.” Keenan continued, “We have been less transparent and less connected with what the residents of the commonwealth rightly demand and deserve from the Massachusetts State Senate.” Sen. Sal DiDomenico Voted for Spilka ALSO UP ON BEACON HILL $8,391 PAY HIKE FOR EACH OF THE 40 SENATORS AND 160 REPRESENTATIVES – A total of $1.67 million per year is the annual estimated price tag for the base salary hikes given last week to each of the state’s 40 senators and 160 representatives. Gov. Maura Healey announced that the 200 members of the Legislature will receive an 11.39 percent hike in their base pay for the 2025-2026 legislative session that began January 1. The hike will increase the base salary of each senator and representative by $8,391 per year— from the current $73,655 to $82,046. Healey is required under the state constitution to determine the amount of a pay raise or cut that state legislators would receive for the 2025-2026 session. All Massachusetts governors are obligated to increase or decrease legislative salaries biennially under the terms of a constitutional amendment approved by the voters in 1998. The amendment, approved by a better than two-to-one margin, requires legislative salaries to be “increased or decreased at the same rate as increases or decreases in the median household income for the commonwealth for the preceding twoyear period, as ascertained by the governor.” Healey said she used the U.S. Census Bureau’s American Community Survey to determine that median household income for Massachusetts for the 20232024 period increased by 11.39 percent. Supporters of the hike said that this automatic system was approved by voters by a twoto-one margin in 1998 and has worked well for 26 years. They noted that there have been years when this system resulted in a pay cut for legislators. They said it is also important that this system takes away the power of the Legislature to raise its own members’ salaries and eliminates any accusations of confl ict of interest. Critics were quick to respond. “Statehouse elected officials should not be receiving an automatic 11 percent pay raise,” said Paul Craney, spokesperson for Massachusetts Fiscal Alliance. “Not many workers in Massachusetts get that kind of a pay bump automatically. Legislative leaders set up a system in 2017 so that they don’t have to vote for any future pay raises. If lawmakers care about transparency, they should vote on their new pay raise.” Craney continued, “Before the Legislature accepts their pay raise, they should accept the results of the audit the Legislature ballot question. This legislative session should not start with lawmakers further enriching themselves and then rejecting the will of the voters. It’s a broken legislative system at the Statehouse and their actions over the next week will demonstrate how corrupt it’s becoming.” AUTO AND HOME INSURANCE DISCOUNTS (H 5133) – Gov. Maura Healey signed onto law legislation waiving, for six years, until 2030, a law that requires businesses and groups to have a 35 percent participation rate in order to qualify for group auto and home insurance discount rates. The measure permits groups with less than the 35 percent participation to take advantage of group rates, which supporters said will save members between 5 percent and 8 percent. The law has been waived since 1997. The 35 percent requirement was fi rst included in a 1973 law. Supporters said if the bill is not approved, insurance discounts for 322,000 vehicles and 142,000 homes in the Bay State would disappear on January 1, 2025 and consumers will pay millions of dollars more for insurance. “This bill will preserve access to more aff ordable home and auto insurance for Massachusetts residents,” said Gov. Healey. Reps. Dan Cahill (D-Lynn) and Tom Walsh (D-Peabody) sponsors of the measure did not respond to repeated requests by Beacon Hill Roll Call asking them to comment on their bill. COMMERCIAL DRIVER’S LICENSES (S 3002) – Gov. Healey signed into law a proposal which would prevent commercial drivers from losing their licenses due to passenger vehicle off enses they committed prior to September 30, 2005. The Registry of Motor Vehicles recently notifi ed hundreds of bus and truck drivers that they were ineligible for commercial licenses due to at least two past major off enses, blindsiding many motorists who for years thought their infractions were behind them. “Over time, the relevance and predictive value of these older off enses has diminished, particularly for those drivers who have remained offense-free since,” said Healey. “In most circumstances, a commercial driver who meets the safety requirements of federal law should not be disqualifi ed from driving due solely to passenger vehicle off enses that occurred 19 or more years ago.” She noted her bill would remove consideration of pre-September 30, 2005 passenger vehicle off enses from the disqualifi cation law, except for multiple instances of operating under the infl uence. “Our administration is committed to ensuring safety on our roads while also supporting the many hardworking Massachusetts residents who rely on commercial driver’s licenses (CDLs) for their livelihoods,” continued Healey. “The RMV will take immediate action to inform eligible drivers that their CDLs will BEACON | SEE PAGE 18 Say nir Sa a y Senior Seni by Jim Miller How to Help a Hoarding Parent Dear Savvy Senior, My dad has always been a pack rat, but since mom died a few years ago he’s become more of a hoarder. The clutter in his house has gotten out of control and I don’t know what to do. Any suggestions? Distraught in Centerville Dear Distraught, Unfortunately, hoarding or clutter addiction is a problem that’s become increasingly common in the U.S. It eff ects approximately 6 percent of Americans age 65 or older. The problem can range anywhere from moderate messiness to hoarding so severe it may be related to a mental health disorder like obsessive-compulsive disorder. Here’s what you should know, along with some tips and resources that can help you help your dad. Why People Hoard The reasons most people hoard is because they have an extreme sentimental attachment to their possessions, or they believe they might need their items at a later date. Hoarding can also be a sign that an older person is depressed, anxious or showing early symptoms of dementia. Common problems for seniors who live in excessive clutter are tripping, falling and breaking a bone; overlooking bills and missing medications that are hidden in the clutter; suff ering from the environmental eff ects of mold, mildew and dust, and even living among insects and rodents. What to Do To help you gauge your dad’s problem, the Institute for Challenging Disorganization (ICD) off ers a free “Clutter Hoarding Scale” that you can download at ChallengingDisorganization.org. If you fi nd that your dad has a moderate cluttering problem, there are a number of things you can do to help. Start by having a talk with him, expressing your concern for his health and safety, and off ering your assistance to he lp him declutter. If he takes you up on it, most professional organizers recommend decluttering in small steps. Take one room at a time or even a portion of a room at a time. This will help prevent your dad from getting overwhelmed. Before you start, designate three piles or boxes for your dad’s stuff – one pile is for items he wants to keep-and-put-away, another is the donate pile and the last is the throwaway pile. You and your dad will need to determine which pile his things belong in as you work. If he struggles with sentimental items that he doesn’t use, suggest he keep only one item for memory sake and donate the rest to family members who will use them. You will also need to help him set up a system for organizing the kept items and new possessions. Find Help If you need some help with the decluttering and organizing, consider hiring a professional organizer who can come to your dad’s home to help you prioritize, organize and remove the clutter. The National Association of Productivity and Organizing Professionals (NAPO.net) and the ICD (ChallengingDisorganization.org) both off er directories on their websites to help you locate a professional in your area. If your dad has a bigger, more serious hoarding problem (if his daily functioning is impaired, or if he is having fi nancial diffi culties, health problems, or other issues) you’ll need to seek professional help. Talk therapy and/or antidepressants can help address control issues, anxiety, depression, and other feelings that may underline hoarding tendencies, and make it easier for him to confront his disorder. To locate help, contact Helping Elders Live Productively (H.E.L.P.). This is a free education, counseling, and referral resource that helps older adults and their families who are experiencing hoarding, by connecting them with legal services, mental health assistance and support groups. Call 310533-1996 for a referral or visit Help4srs.org/support-servicesfor-seniors-who-hoard. You can also fi nd professional help through the International OCD Foundation, which provides a hoarding center on their website at Hoarding.iocdf.org. And to get help with challenging cleanup jobs, the biggest provider is Steri-Clean, Inc. (see Hoarders.com or call 800-4627337), a hoarding cleanup company that has franchises located throughout the country. Send your senior questions to: Savvy Senior, P.O. Box 5443, Norman, OK 73070, or visit SavvySenior.org. Jim Miller is a contributor to the NBC Today show and author of “The Savvy Senior” book. nior ior

Page 18 THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, JAnuARy 10, 2025 BEACON | FROM PAGE 17 not be disqualified and will continue updating its regulations to ensure that drivers who have served disqualifications for significant periods of time will have a pathway to reinstatement.” VENMO, PAYPAL AND CASHAPP (H 4840) – Gov. Healey signed into law legislation that supporters say would CITY OF EVERETT - LEGAL NOTICE - BOARD OF APPEALS 484 BROADWAY, ROOM 24 EVERETT, MASSACHUSETTS 02149 To Whom It May Concern: This notice is to inform you that a public hearing will be held on Tuesday January 21, 2025 at 6:00 PM, Everett City Hall, 3rd Floor George Keverian Hearing Room. All interested parties may attend and opinions will be heard regarding the following petition. Whereas a petition has been presented by: Property Address: Map/Parcel: Building Permit: 38 Pleasant St. C0-05-000071 B-24-1148 Person Requesting: Mr. Dennis Leonard Jr and Beverly Leonard Trustees 38 Pleasant Street Everett, MA 02149 Applicant: Dennis Leonard 4 Mary Rose Way Peabody, MA 01960 PROPOSAL: To alter the exiting One (1) family dwelling by adding Four (4) units for total of Five (5) units to the existing structure, and to add a single unit in the carriage house/Barn [on the second floor] for a total of six (6) residential units on the lot. Reason for Denial: Permit was denied in accordance with the City of Everett Zoning Ordinance as follows: The proposed use is not permitted in the Dwelling District and the building does not meet the current zoning requirements for setbacks. Violations: • A Six (6) unit residential use is not permitted in this zoning district Tw residential buildings on the same lot is not permitted • Far of 0.66 • It appears from the supplied plot plan that vehicles will be backing into the street. • Parking shown on the lot but there are several spaces located in the front yard setback. • The applicant must file with the Planning Board for the TDM program Zoning Ordinance: Section 3 paragraph M only one residential building on a lot is permitted Section 4 A the use as a 5 family is not allowed Section 4 B Dimensional Requirements 2-line C Far is more than 0.5 Section 17 A-line 1 requires 12 parking spaces, the applicant may file with the TDM per Section 35 of the Zoning Ordinance. Section 17 paragraph K, Section 17 paragraph J, Section 17 paragraph O line 4 Rebecca Edmondson Korem - Chairman Roberta Suppa - Clerk of Board of Appeals January 10, 17, 2025 put consumer protections in place for consumers who use payment apps like Venmo, PayPal and CashApp, while also leveling the regulatory playing field for businesses in the banking and finance industry. Provisions include mandating updated regulations for domestic money transmission services, including licensing and compliance requirements; prohibiting an individual from engaging in domestic money transmission without a license; requiring licensees engaged in this business to submit regular reports on their financial condition, including quarterly and annual reports; requiring all licensees to refund to a sender all money received for transmission within ten days of receipt of the sender’s written request for a refund unless certain circumstances apply; and allowing the commissioner of Banks to suspend or revoke licenses for non-compliance, fraud or unsafe practices, and to impose civil penalties for violations. “With this new law, consumers in Massachusetts will now have protection when transferring money to friends and businesses through payment apps,” said Gov. Healey. “The use of apps like Venmo and PayPal has skyrocketed over the years, with billions of dollars exchanging hands, so the importance of this legislation cannot be understated.” “We are so excited to see the domestic money transmission bill become law because it will positively impact both consumers and businesses,” said Secretary of Economic Development Yvonne Hao. “In addition to offering protection for those using payment apps here in Massachusetts, the bill also establishes regulatory consistencies for any business offering the same services as banking institutions.” “With the increasing use of mobile payment applications like Venmo now established as part of the financial landscape, it’s time for regulatory oversight to ensure consumers will have the same protections that apply to traditional sectors of the financial industry,” said Sen. Mike Rodrigues (D-Westport), chair of the Senate Committee on Ways and Means. ROSA PARKS DAY (H 3075) – The House and Senate approved and sent to the governor a bill establishing February 4 as Rosa Parks in recognition of the historic civil rights leader. “Rosa Parks’ bravery on that Montgomery bus was not just a pivotal moment in the Civil Rights Movement—it was a lesson in courage, dignity and the power of standing up for what is right,” said co-sponsor Rep. Kip Diggs (D-Barnstable). “By establishing Rosa Parks Day, we honor her profound impact and inspire the commonwealth to reflect on the ongoing struggle for equality.” Co-sponsor Rep. Mike Kushmerek (D-Fitchburg) said the measure will bring awareness and representation to the heroic actions of Rosa Parks during the Civil Rights Movement. “February 4th is the birthday of Rosa Parks, so it will be a great reminder to all those within the commonwealth to reflect on the role she played in raising international awareness of the struggles for civil rights,” said Kushmerek. PROHIBIT REVOCATION OF PROFESSIONAL LICENSES (H 4937) – The House and Senate approved and sent to Gov. Healey legislation that would repeal a current state law which creates professional licensure consequences for anyone who defaults on their student loan. Under current law, a borrower’s state-issued professional or occupational certificate, registration or license can be suspended, revoked or canceled if the borrower is in default on an education loan. “I have been working on this legislation for the last three legislative sessions, because the current laws are potentially harmful to the more than one million student loan borrowers in the commonwealth,” said sponsor Rep. Natalie Higgins (D-Leominster). “With all of the uncertainty around the federal student loan forgiveness and repayment plans, now more than ever, we need to protect student loan borrowers and ensure they can continue their work and have the ability to repay their student loan debt.” ID FOR LIQUOR PURCHASES (H 4131) – The House and Senate approved and sent to the governor a measure that would allow alcohol-serving establishments to accept all outof-state motor vehicle licenses and Global Entry cards issued by the United States Customs and Border Protection. “This vitally important economic measure will support our restaurants, bars and other entertainment venues as they continue to fully recover from losses experienced during the pandemic and allow our out-ofstate visitors to enjoy a drink, if they choose,” said House sponsor Rep. Paul McMurtry (d-Dedham). “A constituent of mine reached out regarding Global Entry cards, and how she had been refused service in attempting BEACON | SEE PAGE 19 EVERETT HOUSING AUTHORITY MAINTENANCE AIDE Everett Housing Authority seeks qualified applicants with a minimum of four (4) years’ experience in all areas of building maintenance. Qualified applicants must have strong mechanical ability and experience in maintaining grounds, heating, plumbing, electrical and carpentry work. Applicants must have a valid Massachusetts Driver’s License and access to reliable transportation. The wage rate for this position is $34.67/hr., with an excellent benefits package. Submit resume and cover letter to ExecutiveDirector@ EverettHousingAuthority.org or Mail to: Executive Director, Everett Housing Authority, 393 Ferry Street, Everett MA 02149. Everett Housing Authority is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer January 10, 2025

THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, JAnuARy 10, 2025 Page 19 BEACON | FROM PAGE 18 to use one to purchase alcohol,” said Senate sponsor Sen. Pat Jehlen (D-Somerville). “These cards require two rounds of interviews, one with Customs and Border Protection, and another with a Global Entry Enrollment Center. You must also provide your passport and one other form of identifi cation. Only after this extensive process can you receive the Global Entry Card, which includes the individual’s photo, full name and date of birth. Over 5 million people have gone through this process, and it feels unnecessary to bar them from utilizing this form of identifi cation in the commonwealth for the purchase of alcohol.” DECLAWING OF CATS (S 2552) – The House and Senate approved and sent to Gov. Healey a proposal that would ban cat declawing and tendonectomy unless it is done for the medical need of the feline. “Declawing is an abhorrent practice that most veterinarians view as inhumane,” said sponsor Sen. Mark Montigny (D-New Bedford). “This is another step in my commitment to protect animals in the commonwealth. As a state we have done far too little to punish heartless abusers and to push back against a weak court system that has too often failed to hold them accountable.” Montigny continued, “There are too many people who have committed horrendous abuses to animals that have been unpunished and are walking free to continue to do harm.” Supporters said that declawing a cat involves amputating the last bone of each toe, which if performed on a human would be equivalent to cutting off each fi nger at the last knuckle. They noted that according to the American Veterinary Medical Association, the physical side eff ects from declawing include both acute and chronic pain, improperly healed wounds, sudden loss of blood, impaired immune response and behavioral side eff ects include biting. “Declawing of cats does not improve the human-animal bond and often results in serious medical and behavioral problems,” said Allison Blanck, Director of Advocacy at the Animal Rescue League of Boston. “Banning this cruel practice, which is in essence amputation, will prevent animals in Massachusetts from needless pain and suff ering.” PROTECT CATS AND DOGS (S 2908) – The House and Senate approved and sent to Gov. Healey legislation that would prohibit the sale or transfer of any puppies and kittens under eight weeks old. Violators would be fi ned $100 per animal. When the animal is more than eight weeks old, the outright ban is lifted and replaced with a section that would prohibit the sale or transfer of any dogs or cats at specifi ed outdoor locations, such as flea markets and roadsides. This prohibition would not apply to the transfer of a dog or cat by, or to, a shelter, animal control or animal rescue; or to the display of a dog or cat as part of a state or county fair exhibition, a 4-H program or similar exhibition or educational program. Violators would be fi ned $50 per animal for a fi rst off ense, $100 for a second offense and $300 for a third and subsequent off enses. “Early separation of puppies and kittens from their mother, and the unregulated roadside sale of dogs and cats, are practices that often lead to serious health or behavioral problems for the animal and no recourse for the new owner,” said sponsor Sen. John Velis (D-Westfi eld). ~ LEGAL NOTICE ~ CITY OF EVERETT Everett Old HS Roof Replacement IFB #25-14 SECTION 00020 y “I was proud to fi le this legislation in the Senate this session and am glad that it is one step closer to becoming law and establishing new protections for animals throughout the commonwealth.” “Passing this legislation would represent an end to the supply-and-demand relationship between Massachusetts and puppy mills and give these anBEACON | SEE PAGE 20 INVITATION TO BID The City of Everett, the Awarding Authority, invites sealed bids from qualified bidders for the Old High School Re-roofing at 548 Broadway, Everett, MA, in accordance with Contract Documents prepared by Gienapp Architects, LLC, 20 Conant Street, Danvers, MA 01923. PROJECT DESCRIPTION: The project generally consists of full roof tear-off of entire roofing system down to decking, including all items not otherwise scheduled for removal including the removal, reinstallation and re-energizing of limited MEP equipment and systems. The original facility was constructed in 1921, with the Addition portion constructed in 1976. The estimated cost of the project is $7.9M. GENERAL BIDS: General bidders must be DCAMM certified in the category “General Building Construction”. Each general bid must include a DCAMM update statement and certificate of eligibility. General bids will be received until Thursday February 20, 2025, at 11:00 AM. FILED SUB-BIDS: Filed sub-bids will be received for the following categories: o Masonry o Roofing and Flashing o Plumbing o HVAC o Electrical Each filed sub-bid must include a DCAMM update statement and certificate of eligibility. Filed sub-bids will be received until Thursday February 6, 2025 at 11:00 AM. Bidding procedures and award of the Contract will be in accordance with the provisions of Chapter 149 of the General Laws of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, as amended. DOCUMENT AVAILABILITY: Bid documents will be available after 9:00 AM on Wednesday January 15, 2025 at www.projectdog.com. All plan holders must have an active online account www.projectdog.com to acquire documents, receive project notifications, and to submit bids electronically. You can register to become a bidder online at www.projectdog.com. For assistance, contact www.projectdog.com at 978-499-9014. By: Allison Jenkins City Of Everett, Purchasing Agent January 10, 2025

Page 20 THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, JAnuARy 10, 2025 REAL ESTATE TRANSAC TIONS Copyrighted material previously published in Banker & Tradesman/The Commercial Record, a weekly trade newspaper. It is reprinted with permission from the publisher, The Warren Group. For a searchable database of real estate transactions and property information visit: www.thewarrengroup.com. BUYER1 Dhaurali, Shanta BEACON | FROM PAGE 19 imals a better opportunity at finding a home,” said Sen. Patrick O’Connor (R-Weymouth), a sponsor of an earlier version of the measure. “I am a longtime supporter of animal protection issues, even before I ran for Senate. I have co-sponsored many animal protection bills and I am focused on protecting animals as some of the most vulnerable members of our society. All animals deserve to be treated with respect and dignity and I am proud to be a voice for animal rights on Beacon Hill.” RENAME THE OFFICE OF ELDER AFFAIRS (S 3006) – The House and Senate approved and sent to the governor a bill that would change the name of the Executive Office of Elder Affairs to the Executive Office of Aging and Independence. The proposal also replaces outdated language in the state’s lawBUYER2 SELLER1 Dhaurali, Shubhecchha 119 Florence Street LLC books, including changing “elderly persons,” to “older adults” and “handicapped” to “adults with a disability.” The new legislation also incorporates gender-neutral language into current law. The original version of the bill was filed by Gov. Healey in May. “The Executive Office of Elder Affairs was established more than 50 years ago and was one of the nation’s first state agencies dedicated to addressing the needs of older people,” said Healey. “Today, the agency has evolved to offer programs and services that support 1.7 million older residents and nearly 1 million family caregivers. Our administration is committed to meeting the changing needs of today’s older adults, and I am thrilled that this name change better reflects those that we serve.” “The new name … mirrors the values and goals of our older Your Hometown News Delivered! EVERETT ADVOCATE MALDEN ADVOCATE REVERE ADVOCATE SAUGUS ADVOCATE One year subscription to The Advocate of your choice: $175 per paper in-town per year or $225 per paper out-of-town per year. 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Our audit of the Center for Health Information and Analysis revealed a startling lack of oversight around the financial conditions of hospitals in the commonwealth. ---State Auditor Diana DiZoglio urging the administration swiftly implement her recommendations in the audit. “If you believe that the description of your property is inaccurate and over-assessed, an abatement will be the only remedy available to reduce your tax bill. Homeowners in some communities, including Boston, have already received their bills. Now is the time to consider whether to apply for an abatement.” ---Secretary of State Bill Galvin noting that as property taxes increase, property owners who are receiving higher than expected third quarter tax bills last week that the deadline to file for a property tax abatement is just a few weeks away. “Stormwater pollution affects the water we drink, the rivers we cherish and the health of our communities. We are tackling this challenge collaboraSELLER2 ADDRESS 119-121 Florence St #3 CITY Everett tively, leveraging expertise to reduce pollution and protect vital natural resources. This funding empowers local solutions to protect public health, preserve clean water, and reduce flood risk. It’s a proactive step toward cleaner water and greater resilience against climate-driven flooding.” ---Mass Department of Environmental Protection Commissioner Bonnie Heiple announcing $246,000 in grants to four regional watershed coalitions and planning collaboratives in Massachusetts. “President Carter lived a life dedicated to peace, human rights, democracy and moral clarity. He set an enduring example of what it means to serve others, and his legacy will continue to inspire generations to come. “I’m sending love and strength to the Carter family as they, and our nation, process this profound loss. May we all honor his memory by building a more just, peaceful and caring world.” ---Gov. Maura Healey ordering the United States of America flag and the Commonwealth of Massachusetts flag to be lowered to half-staff at all state buildings until January 28, 2025 in honor of the life and legacy of former President Jimmy Carter. 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 DATE 12.20.24 PRICE 650000 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 filed. 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 Dec. 30, 2024 to Jan. 3, 2025, the House a met for a total of 18 hours and 33 minutes.while the Senate met for a total of 17 hours and 21 minutes. Mon Dec. 30 House 11:01 a.m. to 1:11 a.m. (Tuesday morning) Senate 11:35 a.m. to 1:25 a.m. (Tuesday morning) Tues. Dec. 31 No House session No Senate session Wed. Jan. 1 House 11:07 a.m. to 1:55 p.m. Senate 11:20 a.m. to 2:17 p.m. Thurs. Jan. 2 House 11:04 a.m. to 12:39 p.m. Senate 11:45 a.m. to 12:19 p.m. Fri. Jan. 3 No House session No Senate session Bob Katzen welcomes feedback at bob@beaconhillrollcall.com Bob founded Beacon Hill Roll Call in 1975 and was inducted into the New England Newspaper and Press Association (NENPA) Hall of Fame in 2019.

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