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EV RETEVT V Vol. 35, No.4 E ER T -FREET www.advocatenews.net Your Local News & Sports Online! Scan & Subscribe! ADDOCCO TEAT Free Every Friday snowstorm as mayor tours cleanup Everett digs out after record 617-387-2200 Friday, January 30, 2026 Sen. DiDomenico applauds affordability focus in Governor’s State of the Commonwealth Address SNOW SHOW: Bruce Leng used his snowplow along Tileston Street on Monday as the storm clean up continued following the weekend’s winter storm. (Advocate photos by Tara Vocino) By Neil Zolot L ike the entire Boston area and New England, Everett was inundated with a record snowstorm which hit Sunday and Monday. City Hall and the Everett public schools were closed on Monday, and while City Hall reopened Tuesday, SNOWSTORM | SEE PAGE 6 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 Senator Sal DiDomenico (in the middle) with Senate colleagues in the State House Chamber. Senator Sal DiDomenico (front) with Lieutenant Governor Kim Driscoll and Senate colleagues in the State House Chamber. Special to Th e Advocate S tate Senator Sal DiDomenico joined colleagues and leaders from throughout Massachusetts for Governor Maura Healey’s State of the Commonwealth Address at the State House on January 22, 2026. DiDomenico welcomed the Governor’s emphasis on lowering costs for residents on everything from housing to utilities to even making it easier to cancel subscription services. “I am proud to work alongAFFORDABILITY | SEE PAGE 5

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Page 6 THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, JAnuARy 30, 2026 SNOWSTORM | FROM PAGE 1 the schools remained closed. On the bright side, the NE Patriots won their game on Sunday and are heading to the Super Bowl. Mayor Robert Van Campen spent part of his days Sunday and Monday as a passenger in DPW vehicles and police cars. “I wanted to get out here to check the conditions of the roads and understand how their operations work,” he said. “The DPW and First Responders did a tremendous job under difficult conditions. The departments know what they’re doing and it’s interesting to watch.” He even posted a selfie video on Facebook offering up his assessment and updates on the citywide cleanup. Responses included plowing, with main streets completely clear, but side streets are partially plowed due to parked vehicles. In addition, 275 vehicles were towed off the streets City worker Brett Lincoln used a front-end loader for snow removal. for violating the parking ban. Emergency parking is allowed in municipal lots, including the one behind City Hall, and on the even numbered side of side streets. “We have to tow vehicles to keep streets open,” Van Campen explained. After a storm the problem of where to put the snow arises. It is illegal to dump snow in waterways or the ocean because rock salt and oil and gas on the streets are pollutants, so some of the snow may be dumped at Park Foreman Ken Dellisola (at left) with City Operations Manager Scott Martinelli worked throughout the storm. Rivergreen Park. Another problem is people shoveling snow from their driveways and sidewalks back onto the streets, which Van Campen reminded residents that it also illegal.        MUNICIPAL POLICE DEPARTMENTS & MBTA TRANSIT POLICE OFFICERS CIVIL SERVICE POLICE OFFICER EXAMINATION 2026 APPLICATION PERIOD December 22, 2025 - February 2, 2026 NOTICES TO APPEAR February 20, 2026 WRITTEN EXAM PERIOD March 11-14, 2026 FOR MORE INFORMATION VISIT: WWW.MASS.GOV/ORGS/CIVIL-SERVICE                                                     Yet another problem is how piles of snow, particularly at street corners, affect pedestrian safety, traffic, access for fire trucks and ambulances and the business community. “We’ll want to pull snow out of downtown to alleviate problems for the business community,” Van Campen said. A major storm in his first month in office has been a baptism of fire for Van Campen and there may be another one this weekend. “It’s been challenging, but we want to make sure we’re paying as much attention to the storm as we can,” he said. Fire Dept. Chief Joseph Hickey said a problem he’s facing is having to find and dig around fire hydrants. “We do some ourselves but are asking people to shovel hydrants near their homes or businesses,” he said. “It would help.” He’s also asking people who are shoveling around hydrants to do so on the street side of the hydrants so fire trucks can access them. “Residents need to do their part,” City Councillor at-Large and Council president Stephanie Smith agreed. Some hydrants are outfitted with yellow and/or reflective rods for visibility, but Hickey said people sometimes break them off for no reason other than to cause a problem. Luckily medical calls and problems with space heaters are not as prevalent as they once were. “Space heaters are now pretty safe, unlike the old ones with exposed heat rods,” he said. Smith said she spent Sunday and Monday fielding calls from residents, shoveling snow, helping neighbors shovel and taking her kids sledding. “It was a really tough storm,” she said. “A lot of snow fell in a short time.” The Monday City Council meeting was canceled and will be rescheduled, possibly Monday, February 9. Items from the January 26 agenda will be added to the agenda of February 9, which might result in a long meeting. City Clerk Sergio Cornelio thinks the last time a City Council meeting was canceled due to the weather was in the very snowy winter of 2015 but closing City Hall or having business start late or end early has been more frequent, but not common. He added, despite City Hall having been closed Monday, Tuesday was not busier than any other Tuesday, although there were weather related calls. He thinks many residents stayed home because school had been cancelled. A decision was made not to hold the meeting as a virtual meeting because there weren’t any critical items on the agenda. The main items were a request to borrow $1,234,108 for the Fuller Street Park renovation project, a request to borrow $1,326,928 for the Chelsea Street Park renovation project, SNOWSTORM | SEE PAGE 7

THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, JAnuARy 30, 2026 Page 7 Elsa Matute sanded her driveway along Norman Street. Gabriel Reyes Donis shoveled our parking spaces on Gledhill Ave. on Monday. City worker Al Ragucci used the snowblower to clean up the exterior of Everett High School. Jason Papa cleaned his car on Monday. Steven McLaughlin is shown filling buckets of sand at the DPW city yard. Vehicles were still buried in snow Monday afternoon which created difficulties for street cleaning. SNOWSTORM | FROM PAGE 6 Everett Public Schools were closed on Monday and Tuesday. accepting a $100,000 grant from the Mass. Dept. of Developmental Services for the Office of Planning and Development for the development of a Floating Boardwalk and an item to amend the City Council Rules to simplify and clarify the determination of seniority for City Council members.

Page 8 THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, JAnuARy 30, 2026 Meet the 2025 Greater Boston League Fall Season All-Stars Revere’s Emma Stamatopoulos is GBL Field Hockey MVP as Patriots capture League Championship; Malden’s Jayden McGuffi e named All-State Running Back By Steve Freker T he Greater Boston League Fall Season had lots of memorable moments and plenty of outstanding individual and team performances. Some of the tried-andtrue GBL perennial contenders once again had strong seasons while there were a number of newcomers rising to the top spot. Most notably, those new risers came in Football and Boys Soccer as the Chelsea Red Devils captured the league crown in soccer, unseating back-to-back winner Revere this fall. In football, Lynn English rolled to its first-ever GBL Championship in Football, led by the exploits of senior quarterback Shane Knowlton-Simard. Of the Advocate readership area, only Revere was able to capture a Greater Boston League Championship: in Field Hockey over Malden and Revere. Gemma Stamatopoulos was named Most Valuable Player. For the second straight season, it was a run-first, pass-second, do-it-all quarterback who led his team to a GBL Football Championship in Knowlton-Simard. The Bulldogs’ QB had 170 carries for 1,927 rushing yards, 39 completions for 804 passing yards and 38 total touchdowns during a 9-2 season to earn Greater Boston League MVP honors. Knowlton-Simard was also selected to the Massachusetts High School Football Coaches Association (MHSFCA) All-State Team as well as The Boston Globe’s All-Scholastic Football Team for the 2025 season in Division 3. Malden sophomore marvel Jayden McGuffie had to be a close second in GBL Football Most Valuable Player balloting with a record-setting season for the ages. McGuff - ie — earning his second AllStar nod in as many seasons — became the fi rst Malden High player in school history to surpass 2,000 yards in off ense with 2,006 yards on 209 carries. McGuffi e also set single-season school touchdown (24) and total points (198) records with 17 conversion runs this year for the Tornados. The Golden Tornado 10th grader was the only sophomore selected to the MHSFCA All-State Team for Division 3, which is generally an “All-Seniors” list. Medford rolled through the Girls Soccer season undefeated in league play to rise back to the top of the heap. For Malden High Boys Soccer, it was a massive turnaround in the win-loss numbers, as the Golden Tornado squad went from just one win in 2024 to five wins and seven ties in 2025, still falling just one point in the standings (and realistically, just one goal) short of qualifying for the postseason. The Greater Boston League had one Boston Globe All-Scholastic selectee in Lynn English’s Knowlton-Simard. Following is the complete list of Fall Season GBL AllStars and Most Valuable Players. Revere High School Field Hockey Captains — midfi elder Gemma Stamatopoulos, midfi elder Isabella Mendiea and center defender Ava Morris — and Revere High alumna and Head Coach Victoria Correia all worked together to win a Greater Boston League Championship this past fall season. Stamatopoulos was named GBL Most Valuable Player. (Advocate Photo) FOOTBALL Chelsea: Leeandro Castro. Lynn Classical: Manny Mendez, Tommy Nolan. Lynn English: Xavier Beauchamp, Jamaal Boyd, Shane Knowlton-Simard (MVP), Jason McDonald, Ryan Ouen, Jeyson Prosper, Aaden Soto. Malden: Billy Gavin, Jayden McGuffi e. Medford: Demi Georges, Guilherme Martins. Revere: Reda Atoui, Bryan Fuentes, Jose Fuentes. Somerville: Kerry Alphonse, Ousman Kaba, Ryan Louis, Esmael Mack, Marcos Pineda. BOYS SOCCER Chelsea: Brayan Andrade, GBL | SEE PAGE 9

THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, JAnuARy 30, 2026 Page 9 GBL | FROM PAGE 8 Jose Joj (MVP), Christian Lopez. Everett: Gabriel Garcia, Kevin Renderos. Lynn Classical: Alan Melara. Lynn English: Jose Licardie, Alejandro Zayas. Malden: Mike Joseph, Matheus Martins. Medford: Fordson Ludger. Revere: Abel Aklog, Patrick Valentin. Somerville: Hector Bermudez, Marco Hoxholli. GIRLS SOCCER Chelsea: Yahira Jovel Rivas, Emili Rodriguez-Rodriguez. Everett: Sofi a Arana-Quintanilla, Casey Martinez. Lynn Classical: Tatiana DeLeon, McKenna Duncan. Lynn English: Quezada Villanueva. Malden: Amelia Berliner, Jayden McGuffi e set several school single-season and career records in rushing, touchdown and total points scored with a remarkable sophomore season for Malden High, earning AllState Honors with 2,006 yards rushing and 27 touchdowns. (Advocate Photo) Mercedes Costa. Medford: Kaitlyn Alves, Cecilia Colombo, Siena Fauci. Revere: Sharon Olivia Folgar. Somerville: Anika Johnson, Camila Plata (MVP). GIRLS VOLLEYBALL Chelsea: Alisson Segovia. Everett: Nicole Damaceno. Lynn Classical: Brooke Braswell (MVP), Emma Chevalier, Sejla Iriskic, Azriella Jorge. Lynn English: Malinda Ran. Malden: Sania Chen, Rashmi Kc. Medford: Emma Malerba. Revere: Susan Lemus Chavez, Dayana Ortega. Somerville: Alexis Bowie, Catherine Timmins. FIELD HOCKEY Everett: Willins Julien, Stephano Orleus, Lindsey Sylva. Malden: Phuong Ang Nguyen, Ryan Cheung, Yawen Zuo. Revere: Sonia Haily, Danni Hope Randall, Zacharania Kalliavas, Isabella Mendieta, Ava Morris, Bianca Rincon, Gemma Stamatopoulos (MVP). BOYS CROSSCOUNTRY Everett: Lucas Nunez. Lynn Classical: Brandon Sok. Lynn English: Ian De La Rosa. Malden: Lincoln Boswell. Medford: Aaron Greenberg, Adam Lewis (MVP). Somerville: Robert Leoni, Henry Omura, Ranjan Warren, Henry Zarecor. GIRLS CROSS-COUNTRY Lynn Classical: Mariana De Leon. Lynn English: Madison McCole. Medford: Emma Beardsley, Isabelle De Sousa Vieira, Olivia O’Brien. Revere: Rania Hamdani, Olivia Rupp. Somerville: Aly Amin (MVP), Jenny Gordon, Greta O’Sullivan. BOYS GOLF Everett: Charles Govostes. Lynn Classical: Braeden Ohannesian. Lynn English: Jacoby Comeau, Riley Driscoll (MVP). Malden: Tommy Cronin. Medford: Emet Chasteen (MVP), Jonathan Wright. Somerville: Emmett Easton. For Advertising with Results, call The Advocate Newspapers at 617-387-2200 or Info@advocatenews.net

Page 10 THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, JAnuARy 30, 2026 Tide boys’ basketball falls to Chelsea to snap its six-game winning streak; Girls’ win two to get back on the right track Boyce’s crew hosts non-league Durfee Saturday night, while the girls get ready to host three games next week to begin new month By Joe McConnell A fter winning six in a row, the Everett High School boys basketball team (7-6) dropped a 69-45 decision to the visiting Chelsea Red Devils on Jan. 22. But prior to that loss, the Crimson Tide knocked off host Malden rather decisively two nights earlier, 56-30. “We were able to go into Malden and secure another important Greater Boston League (GBL) win,” said coach Gerard Boyce. “We knew (the Golden Tornadoes) would come out fighting, but we stayed discipline, while executing our game plan, which resulted in a solid victory.” The veteran Everett coach said that his team “has been working on its defensive rotations and communication in practice, and it’s starting to pay off.” The team started the season slowly on offense, but the coach credits “sharing the ball,” as to one of the reasons for the turnaround. “It’s not about one individual, because it always comes down to a total team effort,” Boyce added, “and in this game against Malden, everyone who stepped on the floor contributed to this win.” Cristian Vasquez (15 points) and Emmanuel Nelson (12), who sparked the team coming off the bench, paced the attack against Malden. Adam Aitmessaoud also did his part to secure the victory with eight points and eight assists. It has been nothing but Everett’s Julianna Rivera drives the ball past a Revere defender during recent GBL action. (Advocate photos by Emily Harney) good tidings for the Everett boys since the calendar flipped to 2026, and that included games against Revere (75-38, Jan. 13), Medford (6651, Jan. 15), Brookline (39-37, Jan. 19) and aforementioned Malden. Boyce offered these thoughts after the Revere game. “We came into their gym with the goal to disrupt their rhythm,” he said, “and the boys executed that game plan perfectly. Holding a team to 38 points is a testament to the discipline and communication that we’ve been preaching in practice.” The Tide stayed aggressive in their lanes, forced difficult shots and controlled the boards to limit Revere’s possessions. “When we play defense with that kind of intensity and focus, it fuels our entire game,” said Boyce. “I was proud of how we lockedin and stayed committed to protecting the basket throughout all four quarters. That intensity is what we need for the rest of the season.” Jayden Alsaindor was the scoring leader against Revere with 15 points. Emmanuel Nelson was close behind with 13, followed by Samir King Dacosta (12), Aitmessaoud (11) and Vasquez (10), who rounded out the double-digit scorers. The Tide then came home to power past the Mustangs two nights later. “This was a statement win,” said Boyce. “It showed just how much this group has grown since the start of the season. We are finally playing the brand of Everett basketball that we are capable of playing.” Once again, the veteran Everett coach singled out the team’s defensive intensity against a club that has been playing good basketBASKETBALL | SEE PAGE 11

THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, JAnuARy 30, 2026 Page 11 BASKETBALL | FROM PAGE 10 ball. He knew that his squad couldn’t let them get too comfortable, and as a result the home team controlled the tempo early on, while also moving the ball exceptionally well. Aitmessaoud was the star of the show against Medford with 16 points, six assists and four steals. Alsaindor was also effective in this win over Medford with 14 points, seven rebounds and five steals. Boyce said after this game that the momentum was clearly on Everett’s side, but that they are certainly not satisfied. They enjoy each win for a few hours, before moving on to the next opponent, which was Brookline in the Hoop Dreams Magazine Winter Classic at Boston’s Cathedral High School on Martin Luther King Day. Westwood, Charlestown, Weymouth, New Bedford, Bridgewater-Raynham and host Cathedral were the other teams in this year’s Classic. It wasn’t Everett’s highest scoring game of the season, but they still got the job done against a solid Brookline foe to extend the winning streak to five. “Our defense was the difference in this game,” said Boyce. “We were able to execute when it mattered the most.” The coach singled out Dacosta-King for his leadership in this game. He also paced the offensive attack with 14 points. Nate Nelson came off the bench to score 10 points. Vasquez accounted for seven points, followed by Alsaindor and Aitmessaoud, who chipped in with six and two points, respectively. Each one of these points was critical in this close win. “Every point mattered in this game,” said Boyce. “We knew it was going to be a battle, and with that in mind we preached execution and focus. The energy was great, and the communication was there, and as a result we were able to get this big win.” Lady Tide’s Katerin Landaverde drives her way past Revere defenders. Following the games against Malden and Chelsea, they were scheduled to take on host Lynn Classical on Tuesday, Jan. 27, before Sunday’s snowstorm pushed everything back. But they were still on tap to host Lynn English two nights later at the same time. Non-league Durfee out of Fall River will then trek up to Everett to face the Tide Saturday night (Jan. 31), starting at 5:30 p.m. After that, Boyce’s crew will begin a new month against host Somerville on Tuesday, Feb. 3, at 7 p.m. Tide girls’ win two to snap losing streak The girls’ basketball team (4-6) closed out last week with a solid win over host Chelsea on Jan. 22, 57-51. Sophomore Julianna Rivera led all scorers with 20 points, including knocking down five three pointers, while also grabbing five rebounds. Seniors Katerin Landaverde Vasquez (18 points, 14 rebounds) and Nicole Damaceno (14 points, 13 rebounds) both had double/doubles that helped power the attack against the Red Devils. “This was the first time in my six years here as a coach that two players (achieved the feat) in the same game,” said coach Riley Dunn. “We were able to grind out this win against a tough Chelsea team,” Dunn added. “Major credit goes out to the Chelsea girls, who were relentless. Their coach is beginning to build a competitive program, and it’s great to see that growth in this sport among the city schools.” The win over Chelsea was set up by the decisive victory against visiting Malden on Jan. 20, 50-28, which snapped the team’s fourgame winning streak. Prior to the Malden win, the Tide lost to host Medford, 4833 on Jan. 15. “It was a battle throughout the entire game, but we just ran out of steam in the end,” said Dunn. “I was really proud of our relentless effort.” Landaverde Vasquez produced a double / double against the Mustangs to lead the way with 15 points and 15 rebounds. “(Landaverde) continues to make an impact in each game,” Dunn said. Casey Martinez also did her part to keep the offense moving with six assists. The Everett girls came right back home after the loss to get ready for non-league Marblehead the next night. However, the Magicians out of the Northeastern Conference topped them, 54-36. “The effort and hustle have always been there for us during this losing streak,” said Dunn after the loss to Marblehead. “I’m definitely proud of our resilience to keep on fighting, but we still need to be more competitive.” Julianna Rivera led the way on offense against Marblehead with 16 points. But the team’s continued hustle finally paid off four nights later versus Malden. The Crimson Tide was scheduled to go up against non-league Haverhill on the road on Jan. 26, but Sunday ’s snowstorm wiped it out. The game the next night against visiting Lynn Classical was also postponed. But they finally got back onto the court against host Lynn English on Jan. 29 after press deadline. The Everett girls will then begin a new month with three home games next week against Somerville (Feb. 3, 6:30 p.m.), Lawrence (Feb. 5, 7 p.m.) and North High School (Feb. 7, 1 p.m.).

Page 12 THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, JAnuARy 30, 2026 Meet the EHS Crimson Tide Coed Indoor Wrestling Team Shown from left to right: Back row: Cristofer Hernandez, Leandro Barcellos, Boston Ravesi, Lorcey Jeanty, Alexander DeCastro, Matheus Pereira, Tony Mejia, Bridgette Neary and Head Coach Eli Guttentag; front row: Bryan Castro, Yan Rodriguez, Jayden Solletti, Angel Chinchilla, Maria Eduarda, Maria Oliveira and Catarina Meneses. Tide Team Leaders Seniors and the coach, shown from left to right: Head Coach Eli Guttentag, Angel Chinchilla, Alexander DeCastro, Matheus Peireira and Caterina Meneses at Everett High School last Thursday. They are in a coop with Malden High School. (Advocate photos by Tara Vocino)

THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, JAnuARy 30, 2026 Page 13 Tide indoor track teams sweep past Lynn Classical, while splitting against Chelsea in GBL tri-meet The 2025-26 Crimson Tide EHS Co-Ed Indoor Track Team Captains, shown from left to right: Front row: Anthony Whitlow, Zoe Massiah, Akanksha Nuepane, Isabella Pimenta and Shinead Riley; second row: Antonio Iraola, Kervens Joseph, Lucas Nunez, Kayshaun Eveillard, Graziella Foster and Jeremy Whitlow.(Advocate file photo) By Joe McConnell T he Everett High School indoor track teams engaged in competitive battles against Greater Boston League (GBL) rivals Lynn Classical and Chelsea on Jan. 23, with the Crimson Tide boys (4-1) sweeping both foes – 43-41 over Chelsea; 56-33 against Classical – while the girls defeated the Rams, 50-21, but lost to the Red Devils, 53-35. “It was a hard-fought meet for the boys against Chelsea,” said coach Jehu Cimea. “The meet came down to the 4x400 relays, and our boys didn’t want to lose. The senior captains stepped up to lead us to victory. We are now preparing for another tough tri-meet against Medford and Revere on Friday, Jan. 30, which will also end the regular season.” Turning to the girls’ portion of the meet, Cimea said that they were able to pull off their first win of the season at the Rams’ expense, only to lose against Chelsea. They too will face Medford and Revere on Jan. 30. Following the encounter against Medford and Revere, the annual GBL Championship Meet will follow on Feb. 5. Against Lynn Classical, senior captain Lucas Nunez (5:07.08), junior Cristhopher Portillo Cruz (5:33.44) and sophomore Pratyush Darai (5:56.27) swept the mile. Senior Ian Herrera (9.72, personal best) and senior captain Antonio Iraola (10.8) topped the ticket in the 55-meter hurdles. Senior captain Kervens Joseph (6.97) bested the entire field in the 55-meter dash. Junior Sandesh Pun (7.29) was third, junior Santiago Turizo Escorcia (1:48.23) came in third in the 600. Juniors Carlos Pagan Landeo (3:12.62) and Domenico Delle Rosa (3:21.25), and senior Bryan Lewis (3:25.6) dominated the 1,000 to compile nine critical points for their teammates. Joseph (38.65) went to the head of the class in the 300. Sophomore Jonathan Hernandez (42.11) accounted for third place. Senior captain Jeremy Whitlow (11:38.74, personal best) breezed to victory in the two mile. Iraola (13-8) and Hernandez (13-6.75) were second and third in the long jump but were shutout against their Chelsea counterparts. Senior captain Gaetano Foster (42-4.5) was second only to his Classical foe in the shotput but was first against the Red Devils. There were other differences in the results against Chelsea, but Nunez was still on top in the mile, while Portillo Cruz dropped down to third. Herrara and Iraola were the overall best athletes in the 55-meter hurdles. Joseph was the overall winner in the dash, while Pun was third against both league rivals. The Red Devils swept the 600 against both the Tide and the Rams. Pagan Landeo and Delle Rosa fell to second and third in the 1,000 in the Chelsea portion of the meet. Joseph was the dominant runner in the 300, and Hernandez was the overall third place finisher. Whitlock, who finished first in the two-mile against the Rams, ended up second overall. The Tide girls’ were dominant against Lynn Classical. Senior captain Akanksha Neupane (6:43.57) and sophomore Brianna Chavarria Rodriguez (7:51.68) topped the ticket in the mile. Junior Amina Mekic (12.46) and sophomore Faith Dunbar (12.47) experienced similar results in the 55-meter hurdles. Senior captain Shinead Riley (8.7), freshman Marissa Cadet (8.14) and senior captain Zoe Massiah swept the 55-meter dash against the Rams. Sophomore Karina Moya (2:36.58) accounted for second in the 600. Her classmate Nathalia Dos Santos (4:30.44) was No. 1 in the 1,000. Junior Amina Mekic (53.16, personal best) and sophomore Deysi Blanco Suchite (56.30) were second and third in the 300. Sophomore Shashi Pokhrel (16:05.58) broke the tape first in the two mile. Dunbar (13-0) secured a second-place finish in the long jump, while Foster (27-5.75) was second to none in the shotput.

Page 14 THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, JAnuARy 30, 2026 ~ Everett Public Libraries Calendar of Events ~ February 2–7 Parlin Adult and Teens Gaming Club: Parlin YA Room, Tuesdays and Thursdays at 3 p.m.; join us for board games and video games at the library! Bring your own or play what we have here — for ages 12 and up. Yarn Club: Parlin Fireplace Room, Tuesday, February 3, at 7 p.m. 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! What do you love most about the library? Stop by the Children’s Room at Parlin and Shute Libraries to leave a love letter for the library. We’ll share the love on our social media accounts all month long! Parlin Children’s Lego Club: Parlin Children’s Room, Monday, February 2, from 3-5 p.m. Come to the Children’s Room after school on Mondays for some free Lego building fun. Open to all ages; children under six years old must be accompanied by an adult. No registration required. Storytime and Sing-along with Karen: Parlin Children’s Room, Wednesdays at 11 a.m. Join us for a fun-fi lled morning of singing and storytelling with Karen! Suggested ages: newborn to six. Drama Class: Parlin Children’s Room, Wednesdays at 3 p.m. 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: six to 14. Storytime Adventures with Mrs. McAuliff e: Parlin Children’s Room, Thursdays and Fridays at 11:00 a.m. Join Children’s Librarian 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. Shute Adult and Teens Golden Minds: Play, Create, Connect: Shute Meeting Room, Monday, February 2, at 10 a.m. Join us for our monthly senior social! Enjoy books, puzzles, crafts and games with friends in a fun and welcoming environment. Stay engaged and connect with your peers! This event is open to ages 55-109! Games are generously supplied by the Council on Aging. Ready Player One Games: Shute Meeting Room, February 4 at 2:30 p.m. Level up your Wednesdays with our ultimate gaming hangout! Grab your friends and dive into fun Nintendo Switch and PlayStation games; whether you’re racing, battling or teaming up for co-op fun, there’s something for everyone. No registration required; recommended for ages 11 and up. Artisan’s Circle: Shute Meeting Room, Thursday, February 5, at 5:30 p.m. Bring your own craft and supplies (BYOC) and enjoy creating alongside a community of makers. Open to ages 18 and up, no registration required. Shute Children’s Storytime at the Shute: Children’s Room. Mondays at 10 a.m. and Tuesdays at 12 p.m. What’s better than a good story? Sharing it with friends! Join Miss Val at the Shute Library for Fairytale Fun! Master Builders: Lego Free-play: Shute Children’s Room, Thursdays from 3-5 p.m. Free-play session with Legos and other building blocks. Bring a buddy, or make a new one, as you explore your imagination brick by brick! We provide the space and the materials to let your vision take shape. What will you create? New study reveals the snacks most likely to distract students N studying. Richardson pointed out Pens.com highlighted that many students reach for sugary snacks or energy drinks for a quick boost, but these choices often lead to energy crashes that disrupt eff ective that several common snack choices can cause signifi cant problems with focus, memory retention and overall cognitive performance during revision periods. High-sugar foods cause concentration crashes “Many students grab chocolate bars or sweets while revising, thinking the sugFor Advertising with Results, call The Advocate Newspapers at 617-387-2200 ar rush will help them study longer,” Richardson explained. “The sugar spike off ers about 20 minutes of heightened energy before causing a dramatic crash that leaves teenagers more tired and less able to concentrate than before.” Richardson noted that the resulting blood sugar rollercoaster can create a cycle of poor concentration that ruins productive study sessions. Caff einated energy drinks create anxiety Richardson warned against energy drinks that combine caffeine with sugar, stating they particularly disrupt teenage brains. “These drinks might seem like perfect revision companions, but they often contain extremely high levels of caffeine that can trigger anxiety symptoms in teenagers,” she said. “The resulting jitters and racing thoughts make it nearly impossible to absorb information properly.” She added that caffeine stays in the teenage body longer than in adults, potentially disrupting sleep patterns for up to 14 hours after consumption. Processed snacks affect memory formation “Crisps, processed cheese snacks, and similar packaged foods contain artifi cial additives that may interfere with memory formation,” Richardson stated. “These foods off er little nutritional value while potentially hampering the brain’s ability to encode new information during revision.” Richardson recommended students avoid these empty-calorie options during intensive study periods. Heavy carbohydrates cause afternoon slumps “White bread sandwiches, pasta, and other refi ned carbohydrates convert quickly to sugar in the bloodstream,” Richardson explained. “These foods trigger the release of serotonin and tryptophan, which creates a sense of relaxation and drowsiness - exactly what students don’t need during revision.” She noted that many students incorrectly blame afternoon tiredness on natuew research has revealed that many of the snacks being consumed during learning sessions are actually doing more harm than good. Hannah Richardson from ral energy cycles rather than their lunch choices. Dehydrating snacks reduce brain function “Salty snacks like crisps can lead to dehydration, which dramatically impacts cognitive performance,” Richardson said. “Even mild dehydration reduces concentration by up to 10%, yet many students forget to drink water throughout revision sessions.” It’s stressed that proper hydration remains one of the most overlooked factors in maintaining focus during studying. Richardson added that parents can help by stocking the kitchen with brain-boosting alternatives like nuts, berries, hummus with vegetables, and protein-rich snacks that provide sustained energy without the negative effects of sugar-heavy options. “The right nutrition during revision periods can make a signifi cant diff erence to a student’s ability to concentrate, retain information, and perform well in exams,” she concluded.

THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, JAnuARy 30, 2026 Page 15 Sa nr Sa a y Senior Seni by Jim Miller When Do Most Americans Take Social Security? Dear Savvy Senior, What are the most popular ages that people start taking their Social Security retirement benefi ts? I’m turning 62 later this year and trying to decide when to start taking my benefi ts. Born in 64 Dear 64, You can sign up to begin your Social Security retirement benefi ts any time after age 62. However, your monthly payments will be larger for each month you delay claiming them up until age 70. This adds up to around 6 to 8 percent higher payments every year you delay. To get a breakdown on exactly how much your claiming age affects your benefi ts, visit Social Security’s Retirement Age Calculator at SSA.gov/benefits/retirement/planner/ageincrease. html. This tool provides your full retirement age (FRA) – which is 67 for anyone born in 1960 or later – and shows how much your benefi ts will be reduced by taking early payments or increased by delaying them. In the meantime, here’s a rundown of when people start receiving retirement benefits (according to the most recent SSA statistical data), and how signing up at each age impacts your payout. Age 62: This is the earliest possible age you can sign up for Social Security. According to the SSA, in 2024, 23.3 percent of women and 22 percent of men signed up for Social Security at 62. But if you sign up at this age, you’ll get a 30 percent smaller Social Security payment if your FRA is 67. Age 63: Age 63 is one of the least popular options for choosing to start Social Security benefi ts – 6.2 percent of men and 6.4 percent of women began claiming their benefits at this age in 2024. A worker with a FRA of 67 will get a 25 percent pay cut by signing up at this age. Age 64: This is another relatively unpopular age to begin collecting Social Security benefi ts – just 6.5 percent of men and 7 percent of women started collecting at age 64. Social Security payments are reduced by 20 percent for those with an FRA of 67. Age 65: In 2024, 15.3 percent of men and women decided to collect Social Security at age 65, which is also the enrollment age for Medicare. By starting at this age, you’ll see your monthly payments reduced by 13.3 percent if your FRA is 67. Age 66: This is FRA for people born between 1943 and 1954, which has made this a very popular age to begin collecting. In 2024, 27 percent of men and 25.3 percent of women sign up for benefi ts at 66. But since your FRA is 67, you’ll get a 6.7 percent pay cut if you sign up here. Age 67: People born in 1960 or later will be able to claim unreduced Social Security payments starting at this age. In 2024, 14.5 percent of men and 13 percent of women did this. Age 68: In 2024, 12.5 percent of men and 12.3 percent of women delayed their Social Security benefi ts until age 68. Waiting one extra year beyond your FRA of 67 will increase your benefi t by 8 percent. Age 69: In 2024, 14.5 percent of men and 13.2 percent of women claimed their retirement benefits at 69, which increased their benefi ts by 16 percent. Age 70 and older: Waiting to age 70 off ers the biggest possible payout – a 24 percent increase over your FRA of 67. In 2024, 8.4 percent of women and 9.1 percent of men held out until this age. Send your questions or comments to questions@ savvysenior.org, or to Savvy Senior, P.O. Box 5443, Norman, OK 73070. nior ior Announcing Greater Boston Stage Company’s Young Company Winter Festival 2026! G reater Boston Stage Company is thrilled to announce its Young Company Winter Festival 2026, running from January 29–February 8, 2026, in Stoneham, Massachusetts. 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Page 16 THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, JAnuARy 30, 2026 Beacon Hill Roll Call Volume 51 - Report No. 4 January 19-23, 2026 By Bob Katzen THE HOUSE AND SENATE: There were no roll calls in the House and Senate last week. This week, Beacon Hill Roll Call reports on Senate roll calls from recent sessions. EXTEND THE TIME TO FILE FOR AN ABATEMENT (S 2900) Senate 36-1 approved an amendment that would increase from 30 days to 75 days the amount of time a property owner has to fi le for an abatement if they feel that their home evaluation was too high. Amendment sponsor Sen. Nick Collins (D-Boston) said the amendment would help property taxpayers by simply extending the abatement period and giving them more time. He noted that currently we have the bomb drop on January 1 and people who are in the middle class don’t have lawyers and accountants on retainer. He said that when the city increases your property value by 10 percent, you usually put your head down and just eat it, and that’s not fair. “I voted ‘No’ … because tax classifi cation, exceptions and credits, particularly when novel, should be addressed comprehensively and analyzed in bility to the maximum circuit breaker amount; and delays the date on which a foreclosure petition may be fi led until 18 months after their death. Supporters said the meathe context of other new proposals and existing law,” said Sen. John Keenan (D-Quincy), the only senator to vote against the amendment. (A Yes” vote is for the amendment. A “No” vote is against it.) Sen. Sal DiDomenico Yes FURTHER EXPAND ELIGIBILITY FOR SENIOR PROPERTY TAX EXEMPTION (S 2900) Senate 36-1, approved an amendment to a bill that would give cities and towns the option to create tax rebate programs for residents who already benefi t from a local residential exemption. This new rebate program would allow cities and towns to set income and asset thresholds, tailoring relief to local residents’ needs. Amendment supporters said the amendment, sponsored by Sen. Nick Collins (D-Boston), would boost the existing senior property tax exemption by giving municipalities the option of further expanding eligibility by lowering the age eligibility, raising the income eligibili~ Legal Notice ~ NOTICE OF TERMINATION OF ACTIVITY AND USE LIMITATION State Spring Auto 447 Second Street Everett, MA RELEASE TRACKING NUMBER 3-34900 A release of oil and/or hazardous materials has occurred at this location, which is a disposal site as defined by M.G.L. c. 21E, § 2 and the Massachusetts Contingency Plan, 310 CMR 40.0000. On January 20, 2026, 447 Second Street, LLC, registered with the Middlesex South Registry of Deeds, Termination of a Notice of an Activity and Use Limitation on the disposal site, pursuant to 310 CMR 40.1080 through 40.1084. 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January 30, 2026 ty, raising the asset eligibility and raising the limit of possible exemption from $1,000 to $1,500. “I voted ‘No’ … because tax classifi cation, exceptions and credits, particularly when novel, should be addressed comprehensively and analyzed in the context of other new proposals and existing law,” said Sen. John Keenan (D-Quincy), the only senator to vote against the amendment. (A Yes” vote is for the amendment. A “No” vote is against it.) Sen. Sal DiDomenico Yes SENIOR PROPERTY TAX DEFERRAL (S 2901) Senate 37-0, approved a bill that would expand eligibility for the Senior Tax Deferral Program by lowering eligibility to qualify for it from the current 10 years to seven years of required state residency. In addition, the bill allows the homeowner, or their heirs, one-year to pay back the deferral with accrued interest rather than immediately after sale or death; allows municipalities to raise income eligisure will allow seniors to keep more money in their pockets at a time when property values and tax bills are steadily climbing. “Property tax deferral is an important program that can help older adults stay in their homes,” said amendment sponsor Sen. Pat Jehlen (D-Somerville). “It allows older adult homeowners to defer all or part of their property tax bill, which is paid back to the municipality with interest when the property is sold. It can be a better alternative to reverse mortgages, especially if the municipality sets the interest rate lower than the 8 percent cap. It is underutilized, and this legislation will remove one barrier by extending the time a municipality can reduce the interest rate, and the time before foreclosure is allowed. Many cities and towns can do more to inform older homeowners of this option, and this is a chance to do that.” (A Yes” vote is for the amendment. A “No” vote is against it.) Sen. Sal DiDomenico Yes KEEP DARK MONEY OUT OF LOCAL BALLOT QUESTIONS (S 2898 Senate 6-31, rejected an amendment to a bill requiring more frequent public reporting of fundraising and spending by groups supporting or opposing statewide ballot questions. The amendment would apply the state’s campaign finance election laws to political expenditures of more than $1,000, made by persons, corporations, associations, organizations or other groups of people, to infl uence the outcome of local ballot questions in cities and towns. The person or group would be required to fi le disclosure forms and failure to comply would be punishable by a 1-year prison sentence and/or a $1,000 fi ne. Sen. Bruce Tarr (R-Gloucester), the sponsor of the amendment, did not respond to repeated requests by Beacon Hill Roll Call asking him to comment on his amendment. Supporters said that the amendment will close a loophole that allows unlimited amounts of unreported funds by outside individuals and groups to infl uence and sway the local voters’ decision. They noted the fl ow of dark drowns out the vote of the local voters. “[The] amendment promoted the idea of more transparency on the local level for political spending, when it comes to ballot questions,” said Sen. Ryan Fattman (R-Sutton). “These laws already exist on the state level, and I think that residents should be able to understand who is supporting local ballot initiative questions and what their implications are.” “I voted ‘Yes’ on this amendment because it guarantees transparency in local ballot question,” said Sen. Patrick O’Connor (R-Weymouth). “Any individual or entity who is spending a significant amount of money to infl uence decisions on a ballot question should have to publicly disclose where this money is coming from. This would close a disclosure gap in municipal elections, deter outside infl uence and keep consistent with existing campaign finance principles. I think that this would keep democracy in check as oftentimes municipal elections are overlooked. Consistency across the board would be the most beneficial to all.” Amendment opponents said the amendment goes beyond the subject matter of the bill which deals with statewide ballot questions. They argued that the gist of the amendment is already in several separate bills that are pending before the Legislature. They said the Senate should consider this amendment as a separate bill which would be the subject of a public hearing and be vetted through the legislative process. “I voted against the amendment because I believe Sen. Julian Cyr’s [separate] bill … is the more appropriate vehicle for meaningful municipal election funding reform,” said BEACON | SEE PAGE 17

THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, JAnuARy 30, 2026 Page 17 BEACON | FROM PAGE 16 Sen. John Keenan (D-Quincy). “This is important legislation that I hope to see passed in the Senate soon.” Sen. Sal DiDomenico (D-Everett) did not respond to repeated requests by Beacon Hill Roll Call asking him why he led the charge against the amendment and to comment on why he opposed it. In December, the House gave initial approval to a related bill that would apply the state’s campaign finance election laws to political expenditures of more than $1,000, made by persons, corporations, associations, organizations or other groups of people, to influence the outcome of articles that appear on Town Meeting warrants. The person or group would be required to file disclosure forms and failure to comply would be punishable by a 1-year prison sentence and/ or a $1,000 fine. (A Yes” vote is for the amendment. A “No” vote is against it.) Sen. Sal DiDomenico No ALSO UP ON BEACON HILL CHALLENGE TO POSSIBLE MARIJUANA BALLOT QUESTION REJECTED - The State Ballot Law Commission, a five-member body appointed by the governor, issued a decision overruling the objection filed against an initiative petition that would place on the 2026 November ballot a question asking voters to repeal the current laws that legalize, regulate and tax the retail sale of adult recreational use marijuana in Massachusetts. The proposal to put the question on the ballot had garnered the required 74,754 signatures and it will now, like ten other petitions, go before the Legislature for consideration. If not approved by the Legislature by May 6, 2026, proponents must gather another 12,429 signatures by July 1, 2026, in order for the question to appear on the November 2026 ballot. The commission’s decision cited the lack of admissible evidence presented by the objector. The commission wrote, “The objector’s call that the unsupported allegations contained in the objection raise serious questions about the petition’s integrity that warrant further scrutiny from the commission itself, rings hollow given that absolutely no admissible evidence has been presented or offered supporting the allegations made.” REGULATE AND RESTRICT CIVIL ARRESTS IN COURTHOUSES BY ICE AGENTS (SD 3607) – Sen. Lydia Edwards (D-Boston) has filed legislation that would require ICE agents to obtain a judicial warrant in order to take someone into custody in a courthouse or on courthouse grounds, for a civil immigration crime such as being present in the U.S. without lawful status and overstaying a visa. The proposal also requires agents to identify themselves to uniformed court personnel and state the specific law enforcement purpose for their presence in the courthouse, and the proposed enforcement action the agent intends to take. Another provision prohibits ice agents from wearing masks unless medically necessary. Edwards said that “the proposal is rooted in a simple principle: courthouses must remain safe spaces where justice is practiced without fear.” She noted that Increased ICE activity in and around courthouses undermines the sense of safety within these buildings and grounds and has had a chilling effect on access to the courts – prohibiting residents from fully exercising their right to due process. “Courthouses exist so people can seek justice – not to be places of fear or enforcement ambush,” said Edwards. “When individuals are too afraid to show up to court, justice breaks down for everyone. This legislation is about defending the rule of law, safeguarding due process and ensuring our courts remain places where fairness and equal access are upheld for all.” MAKE ASPARAGUS THE OFFICIAL STATE VEGETABLE (HD 5474 and SD 3498) – Sen. Jo Comerford (D-Northampton) and Rep. Homar Gomez (D-Easthampton) filed a bill, requested by some third-grade students at Hadley Elementary School, to make asparagus the official state vegetable. Other areas in the nation are also working to designate their state as the asparagus capital of the world. “It kind of started by us asking what our state vegetable was, and we really didn’t have one,” said 8-year-old student James Rathbun. “We thought that was interesting, and it would be cool to invite the senator and representative to the class and ask them to make a bill.” According to the students, back in the 1950s and 1960s, almost 100 percent of asparagus grown in the Bay State came from fields in Hadley, unofficially making the town the asparagus capital of the world. “I filed this bill because Western Massachusetts should be more visibly represented across the commonwealth, and there’s no better way to do that than through our amazing farms,” said Rep. Gomez. “The work the children did truly made this a no-brainer for me.” “When a classroom filled with passionate third graders advocate for asparagus to become the official state vegetable, I listen closely,” said Sen. Comerford. “It was inspiring to meet with these students at Hadley Elementary School as they shared the history and regional significance of asparagus — also known as Hadley Grass. I am grateful to these young people for reminding us how democracy works.” FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE FOR VETERANS (HD 4593) – Rep. Michelle Badger (D-Plymouth) filed a bill that would establish a fund to be used to provide temporary financial assistance to veterans who need it. Veterans would apply to a board made up of veterans and veterans service professionals. The fund would help prevent veterans from foreclosures and evictions by providing financial assistance for many things including the payment of a veteran’s mortgage or rent, meal allowance, temporary housing, transportation or the installation of a ramp at the home of a veteran with a disability. “I filed this bill after converBEACON | SEE PAGE 18 No Tax On Tips Deduction A taxpayer can claim a federal income tax deduction for qualified tips received in calendar years 2025 through 2028, whether reported on a W-2 form or a Form 1099, or reported directly by the taxpayer on IRS Form 4137. This deduction cannot exceed $25,000 per tax year. However, the deduction is reduced by $100 for every $1,000 that the taxpayer’s modified adjusted gross income (MAGI) exceeds $150,000 ($300,000 for a married filing joint income tax return). This deduction phases out completely when MAGI reaches $400,000 for a single person or person filing as head of household and when MAGI reaches $550,000 for married taxpayers filing a joint tax return. If a taxpayer receives tips during the course of his or her trade or business, those tips are deductible only to the extent of the taxpayer’s net income from the trade or business. The net income is calculated without regard to the qualified tips deduction. Qualified tips are cash tips received by the taxpayer in an occupation that customarily received tips on or before December 31, 2024. The tips deduction can be claimed by a taxpayer on his or her tax return regardless of whether or not he or she itemizes deductions or claims the standard deduction. The deduction is claimed on Schedule 1-A and is reported as a below-theline deduction on Form 1040. This means the deduction is below the adjusted gross income line of Form 1040 and below the itemized deduction/standard deduction line of Form 1040. This deduction cannot be claimed by a taxpayer that is married but chooses to file married filing separately. Employers must report to the employee on form W-2 the total amount of cash tips reported by the employee to the employer and the occupation of the employee who received the tips. For a self-employed taxpayer, the business payer with the reporting requirement must provide the IRS and the taxpayer with a separate accounting of the amounts reasonably designated as cash tips and the occupation of the taxpayer who received the tips. This requirement will therefore affect reporting on Form 1099-MISC, Form 1099NEC and Form 1099-K. Tip income is still subject to the social security tax. The listed occupations fall within eight broad occupational categories: hospitality and guest services, home services, personal services, personal appearance and wellness; recreation and instruction, transportation and delivery, and beverage and food service. Only qualified tips received in connection with the listed occupations are eligible for the deduction. This new provision that was contained in the Big Beautiful Bill stands to save a lot of federal income taxes for taxpayers receiving tip income. A single taxpayer in the 22% federal income tax bracket could stand to save as much as $5,500 if a $25,000 tip deduction is claimed. Joseph D. Cataldo is an estate planning/elder law attorney, Certified Public Accountant, Certified Financial Planner, AICPA Personal Financial Specialist and holds a masters degree in taxation.

Page 18 THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, JAnuARy 30, 2026 BEACON | FROM PAGE 17 sations with Denis Russell of Plymouth VFW Memorial Post 1822, who shared powerful stories of the veterans he has helped—and the heartbreaking moments when needs exceeded the resources available,” said sponsor Rep. Michelle Badger (D-Plymouth). “Our veterans stepped up to protect us, and it is our responsibility to make sure we step up to support them.” REGULATE TRAVEL INSURANCE (S 2921) – Sen. Pavel Payano (D-Lawrence) fi led a bill that would establish a legal framework for travel insurance in Massachusetts. It defi nes key terms, clarifi es the responsibilities of travel insurers, administrators and retailers and ensures consumer protections. The bill mandates licensing requirements for travel insurance providers, sets premium tax obligations and outlines permissible sales and marketing practices. It also regulates policy classification, underwriting standards and the off ering of travel protection plans. Additionally, the bill prohibits unfair trade practices, such as misleading marketing tactics, and empowers the commissioner of insurance to enforce compliance through regulations. “This bill would create a clear and uniform statutory framework for travel insurance that encourages openness, consumer trust and ethical procedures,” said sponsor Sen. Pavel Payano (D-Lawrence). “The legislation is based on the Travel Insurance Model Act, adopted by the National Council of Insurance Legislators and National Association of Insurance Commissioners. Thirty-Eight other states have already enacted legislation based upon this Model Act and several more states are contemplating enacting similar legislation.” QUOTABLE QUOTES Last week, Gov. Maura Healey delivered her State of the Commonwealth address before a joint session of the House and Senate. Former Govs. Mike Dukakis and Bill Weld were among the hundreds who attended. Here are some of the reactions to her speech: Rep. Ken Sweezey CITY OF EVERETT ~ Legal Notice ~ ~ Legal Notice ~ (R-Duxbury) who gave the Massachusetts Republican party’s offi cial response: “What you have just heard over the course of the last hour was at best a speech full of half-truths and a misrepresentation of a failed administration. As expected, all Gov. Healey did was try to point her fi nger at Washington and mask her failures of the last three years. Washington has nothing to do with the biggest problems that we face here in the commonwealth, no matter how many times she shouts the president’s name. The only ones to blame are the governor herself and one-party rule on Beacon Hill. The hard truth behind these remarks hide violations of the public trust, accountability, transparency and worst of all lying about her commitment to aff ordability.” “Now, the good news is it’s possible to change it. 2026 is an election year, and Republicans have constantly offered common sense solutions. This aff ordability crisis, these bloated budgets, the lack of funding to our schools and public safety, it is all a choice. A choice that you will have in November. Do not allow the direction of our great commonwealth to be dictated by hopelessness, cynicism or apathy, lest we continue down this horrible path. That is exactly what those in power want. It is time to show them that you are the ones that hold the power. I will see you at the polls in November.” House Speaker Ronald Mariano (D-Quincy): “ Tonight, Gov. Healey shared her vision for a government that works for people, that addresses the most dire affordability challenges that our residents are facing, that protects our most vulnerable populations and that positions Massachusetts for success in an ever-changing global economy. That’s a vision that the House shares, and it stands in direct contrast to Donald Trump’s chaos, and his vision for an America where his billionaire friends get richer while working people struggle to get by. The House will continue to work with Gov. Healey to cut costs for residents, and to ensure that despite the damage being done at the federal level, Massachusetts will continue to serve as a driving force behind solutions to the world’s most pressing challenges.” Senate President Karen Spilka (D-Ashland): “The governor focused on PUBLIC HEARING FOR PETITION FROM MASSACHUSETTS ELECTRIC COMPANY D/B/A NATIONAL GRID OF NORTH ANDOVER, MASSACHUSETTS AND VERIZON, NEW ENGLAND INC To all parties interested in the public hearing. Be it hereby ordered: Massachusetts Electric Company d/b/a NATIONAL GRID and Verizon New England, Inc requests permission to locate poles, wires, and fixtures, including the necessary sustaining and protecting fixtures, along and across the following public way: The following are the streets and highways referred to: WR# 31082476 – Behen Street - National Grid to relocate 2 JO poles on Behen Street beginning at a point approximately 260 feet Southeast of the centerline of the intersection of Beacham Street and Behen Street and continuing approximately 120 feet in a Southeasterly direction. National Grid to relocate pole #2570-0 approximately 3 feet and pole #2571-0 approximately 45 feet to accommodate the Island End River (IER) flood resilience project at 201 Beacham Street, Everett MA.. Hearing to be held with the Everett City Council, held on Monday at 7:00PM, on the 9th of February, 2026 at the Everett City Council Chambers, 3rd Floor, Everett City Hall. January 30, 2026 affordability and lowering costs for the residents of Massachusetts, whether it be with housing or energy or education, making it easier for people to live in Massachusetts and have healthy lives. So, I was very pleased to see that. The other thing I was pleased with was her social media policy. It aligns really wonderfully with the Senate’s cell phone ban and with our data privacy bill. It really hones in on protecting children, which is what we have been focusing on in the Massachusetts Senate, as well.” Progressive Massachusetts Policy Director Jonathan Cohn: “Although Gov. Healey’s State of the Commonwealth began with sharp criticisms of President Trump, she failed to demonstrate that Massachusetts will be a true bulwark against his harmful policy agenda. It’s deeply disappointing that Gov. Healey offers nothing of substance in how to protect our immigrant communities in Massachusetts from ongoing ICE terrorism and Trump’s un-American, xenophobic agenda. Last year, she offered Marcelo Gomes da Silva a rosary; perhaps it should be no surprise that all she offers here is thoughts and prayers. Brian Shortsleeve, Republican candidate for governor: “I came here to listen and I was uninspired. I would think it was an uninspiring speech. What I didn’t hear were bold ideas and action. Gov. Healey should have announced that tomorrow morning she’s going to cut all those state-mandated fees out of your electricity bill. That would save consumers ratepayers hundreds of dollars a month. She should have announced we are building the natural gas pipelines. She killed two pipelines back in 2016 that, if they were in place today, would be saving ratepayers thousands of dollars. The state’s facing an aff ordability crisis and a tax nightmare that requires bold leadership. I’m a Marine. In the Marine Corps, you are taught to lead with a bias for action. Take action. Be bold. What I heard from Healey was proposals for new commissions, new studies and new ways to think about our problems, not bold action.” Mike Kennealy, Republican candidate for governor: “Gov. Healey’s ‘plan’ for energy relief, is basically a payday loan scam. Get cash now, pay it back later with interest. Your next governor should lead with integrity, not lie to you about providing ‘relief.’ This does nothing to address the real root of the problem, which is that Gov. Maura Healey is fi nancing a climate agenda through our utility bills, sticking Massachusetts families with the third highest utility rates in America. She talks about bringing more energy to the state, while in reality she has blocked two natural gas pipelines that would have driven costs down. When BEACON | SEE PAGE 19

THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, JAnuARy 30, 2026 Page 19 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 Acevedo, Jonatan D Cruz-Lemus, Reina Jaramillo, Serafim Mamo, Zewdu Vanson, William Wong-Alcon, Jennifer BEACON | FROM PAGE 18 I’m governor, we’ll have an energy policy that’s rooted in affordability not a climate agenda. I will strip the unnecessary green surcharges out of our utility bills, providing immediate and lasting relief to rate payers. I will implement an all-of-the-above approach that includes expanded natural gas capacity and investment in next generation nuclear energy. Mike Minogue, Republican candidate for governor: “Tonight, Governor Healey told you everything is fine. She said she has spent every day focused on making life more aff ordable in 2025. Has the audit that we voted for been done? Is it easier to live here than it was three years ago? Are your bills lower? No. She had three years to solve BUYER2 Dilone, Asia M Rodriguez, Mario Mekonnen, Elizabeth Nguyen, Cynthia SELLER1 Natale, Carmel T And T Nt Walden Thomas J Est Giannone, Anna Drissi, Mohammed Dubon Flooring Corp the problems, but instead she blames others and campaigns on the problems. All I hear about when I travel around the commonwealth is how expensive everything has become for working people. One in three people are considering leaving Massachusetts due to the rising costs. Massachusetts deserves a governor who is a leader with common sense and compassion. You deserve a governor who will bring accountability, aff ordability, opportunity and keep our community safe. As governor, that’s exactly what I’ll do.” HOW LONG WAS LAST WEEK’S SESSION? 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Be it hereby ordered: Massachusetts Electric Company d/b/a NATIONAL GRID and Verizon New England, Inc requests permission to locate poles, wires, and fixtures, including the necessary sustaining and protecting fixtures, along and across the following public way: The following are the streets and highways referred to: WR# 31229616 – Abbot Avenue - National Grid to relocate 1 JO pole on Abbot Avenue beginning at a point approximately 135 feet Northwest of the centerline of the intersection of Elm Street and Abbott Avenue and continuing approximately 2 feet in a Northwesterly direction. National Grid to relocate pole #153-0 approximately 20 feet on Abbott Avenue, Everett MA. Hearing to be held with the Everett City Council, held on Monday at 7:00PM, on the 9th of February, 2026 at the Everett City Council Chambers, 3rd Floor, Everett City Hall. January 30, 2026 * Be able to acquire and maintain a certification for the State Inspection License. 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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 January 19-23, the House met for a total of 46 minutes and the Senate met for a total of 37 minutes. ADDRESS 580 Second St 21 Staples Ave #25 40 Wilbur St 56 Paris St 103 Swan St 75 Sycamore St CITY Everett Everett Everett Everett Everett Everett MON. JAN. 19 No House session. No Senate session TUES. JAN. 20 House 11:03 a.m. to 11:29 a.m. Senate 11:15 a.m. to 11:37 a.m. WED.JAN. 21 No House session. No Senate session. THURS. JAN. 22 House 11:03 a.m. to 11:18 a.m. Senate 11:03 a.m. to 11:18 a.m. DATE 01.09.26 01.06.26 01.09.26 01.09.26 01.07.26 01.06.26 PRICE 550000 275000 730000 750000 854000 865000 FRI. JAN23 House 11:01 a.m. to 11:06 a.m. No Senate session. 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THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, JAnuARy 30, 2026 Page 21 1. On Jan. 30, 1847, California’s Yerba Buena was renamed what including a saint’s name? 2. Where is the smallest bone in the body? 3. In 1954 the Indian VP presented what device to the Senate, hoping to inspire debate “with freedom from passion and prejudice”? 4. On Jan. 31, 1872, what American Western novelist of “Riders of the Purple Sage” fame was born in Zanesville, Ohio? 5. The Mother of the American Valentine, Esther Howland, founded a valentine company in what Mass. city with a name like a sauce name? 6. In 2027 the Tour de France cycling race will be in three countries on what island? 7. What in Norway was Longyear City (from American John Munro Longyear) until 1926? 8. Are rare-earth elements abundant? 9. On Feb. 1, 2013, The Shard opened; what is it? 10. What is taiga? 11. In 2026 what country hosted the off -road Dakar Rally, including in the Empty Quarter? 12. Feb. 2 is Groundhog Day; what is another word for groundhog? 13. How many presidents were born in Arkansas, California and Hawaii? 14. On Feb. 3, 1634, was the English masque “The Triumph of Peace”; what was a masque? 15. Why is an X thought to be used to mean a kiss? 16. In what comic opera would you fi nd “When constabulary duty’s to be done, to be done / A policeman’s lot is not a happy one, happy one”? 17. On Feb. 4, 2004, what “book” was launched from a dormitory room? 18. What country has the world’s oldest writing sample: China, Egypt or Iraq? 19. In 2026, Formula One racing will include what new team with the name of a luxury car? 20. On Feb. 5, 1901, Edwin Prescott of Arlington, Mass., received a patent for improving on what called “Loop the Loop”? ANSWERS ~ School Bus Drivers Wanted ~ 7D Licensed School Bus Drivers Malden Trans is looking for reliable drivers for the new school year. We provide ongoing training and support for licensing requirements. Applicant preferably lives local (Malden, Everett, Revere). Part-time positions available and based on AM & PM school hours....15-30 hours per week. Good driver history from Registry a MUST! If interested, please call David @ 781-322-9401. CDL SCHOOL BUS DRIVER WANTED Compensation: $28/hour School bus transportation company seeking active CDL drivers who live LOCALLY (Malden, Everett, Chelsea and immediate surrounding communities). - Applicant MUST have BOTH S and P endorsements as well as Massachusetts school bus certificate. Good driver history from Registry a MUST! - Part-time hours, BUT GUARANTEED 20-35 HOURS PER WEEK depending on experience. Contact David @ 781-322-9401. Frank Berardino MA License 31811 • 24 - Hour Service • Emergency Repairs BERARDINO Plumbing & Heating Residential & Commercial Service Gas Fitting • Drain Service 617.699.9383 Senior Citizen Discount Camy’s Home Improvement 781-813-5971 Painting, Drywall & Wall Repair February Special $300 a Room (Stock not included) For Advertising with Results, call The Advocate Newspapers at 617-387-2200 or Info@ advocatenews.net Clean-Outs! We take and dispose from cellars, attics, garages, yards, etc. Call Robert at: 781-844-0472 BUDGET SERVICES RUBBISH REMOVAL * Interior-Exterior Demolition Bathroom/Kitchen/Decks, Etc. * All Types of Debris Removed * Pick-up Truck Load of Trash starting at $239. ~ Licensed & Insured ~ Call (978) 494-3443 We follow Social Distancing Guidelines! 1. San Francisco (named after Saint Francis — Yerba Buena means “good herb”) 2. Ear (the stapes near the eardrum) 3. An ivory gavel to replace a broken one 4. Zane Grey 5. Worcester (Worcestershire sauce) 6. Great Britain (England, Scotland and Wales) 7. Longyearbyen (world’s northernmost town); Boston-based Arctic Coal Company created it 8. According to Brittanica.com, they “are fairly abundant” but they are hard to extract 9. A pyramid-shaped London skyscraper 10. Subarctic forest next to tundra 11. Saudi Arabia 12. Woodchuck 13. One in each state (Clinton, Nixon and Obama, respectively) 14. A 16th–17th century courtly, musical entertainment staged with masked actors; “The Triumph of Peace” included a parade and mock combat 15. Illiterate Middle Ages people used an X (first letter of Christ in Greek) to sign; they kissed the X to mean a sworn oath 16. “The Pirates of Penzance” 17. Facebook 18. Iraq (Sumerian language) 19. “Cadillac” by General Motors 20. His roller coaster on Coney Island

Page 22 THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, JAnuARy 30, 2026 et your Mortgage Winterized with Beyond Financing, Inc. Warmer rates @ www.beyondfinancing.com Powered by Finley Concierge Beyond Financing, Inc. Licensed in CA-CT-FL-MA-NH-NC-RI-SC-TX • Purchase • Refinance • Investment 999 Broadway, Suite 500-N, Saugus-MA 01906 www.BEYONDFINANCING.COM 857.410.1391 NMLS ID: 2394496 IN CA, CT & MA: Mortgage Broker Only, not a Mortgage Lender or Mortgage Correspondent Lender. In FL, NH, NC, RI, SC & TX: Mortgage Broker and Correspondent Lender. Loans are available fairly and equally regardless of race, color, religion, sex, familial status, national origin, military status, disability, or ancestry. TRINITY REAL ESTATE 321 MAIN STREET | SAUGUS, MA | VILLAGE PARK TrinityHomesRE.com 28 Osprey Rd., Saugus 01906 - Commercial Rental List Price: $3,000 Listed by: Patricia Torcivia Cell: 781.820.0974 A 2 story building in Prime Location with the 2nd level unit available for rental office space to sublet consisting of approximately 4000 sq ft of 7 furnished offices and a designated kitchen along with 2 restrooms. Upon entering the unit you are greeted into a Large foyer entrance that opens into a spacious reception room which leads to a huge spacious office that leads out to a long hallway consisting of another 4 offices (2 smaller offices and 2 ex lg) and a designated kitchen that includes a refrigerator along the hallway is a men and women restrooms....rental price includes all utilities (Heat/electric/AC/water) .Move-in condition...office furniture included...Wi-Fi negotiable Easy access to Rt 99 near Lowe's and Rt C-1 exit in front of building... Available Jan 1,2026 722 Lowell Street, Peabody 01960 - Rental Rental List Price: $3,500 Listed by: Lucia Ponte Cell: 781.8838130 Spacious and Beautifully Renovated Duplex! This stunning home has been completed with well planned details and layout, throughout. Much elegance is expressed in the large foyer that introduces you to the open-concept living and dining space, both with decorative FP. The beautiful, huge kitchen features custom cabinetry, large center island, pendant lighting, granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, w/breakfast area. The second level offers a spacious primary bedroom with cathedral ceiling, two generous closets, and a beautiful ensuite bath with sky light. Two additional bedrooms, with beamed vaulted ceilings Unit is sun filled and has been meticulously maintained. Additional highlights include in-unit laundry in the basement & two-car parking 781.231.9800 230 Broadway, #2, Lynn 01904 - Rental Rental List Price: $2,400 Listed by: Patricia Torcivia Cell: 781.820.0974 A freshly painted 2nd floor apartment consisting of a 5 Room/2 Bedroom owner occupied house that is located in a desirable area near Wyoma Square... Features include lots of cabinet space in the kitchen with electric stove, new refrigerator, tiled floor and a walk through that leads to an open dining room/living room with hardwood floors and natural woodwork with built-in china cabinet.. two bedrooms and a newer bathroom with tiled floor finish off this great layout with closet space and hardwood floors in the bedroom as well...covered parking for one car under the carport and front and rear porches for sitting outdoors...Available for Feb 1..Must have good references..1st month rent, last month rent, and one month security deposit is required at signing a one year lease. 123 Arnold Ave., Revere, MA 02151 List Price: $569,000 Listed by: Michael Foulds Cell: 617.461.1952 Check out this prime location. Bring your vision to this spacious property offering a great opportunity for investors, flippers, or buyers seeking an opportunity to add value. This 5 bedroom, 2 bath home is the ideal canvas for renovation and customization to make it your own. The layout includes a main living level offering a living room, large kitchen, seasonal sunroom, 4 bedrooms and full bath. Plus, there is an additional 1 bedroom extended living area with additional living room and 2nd full bath on the second floor for in-laws, guests or your own main bedroom suite. Set high on an oversized lot, the home enjoys seasonal city views and excellent natural light and privacy. Ample off street parking on a large lot for potential expansion. Providing Real Estate Services for Nearly Two Decades Servicing Saugus, Melrose, Wakefield, Malden, all North Shore communities, Boston and Beyond. Commercial Rental FOR RENT FOR RENT FOR SALE

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