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EVT EVE ER T Vol. 34, No.7 -FREET www.advocatenews.net Your Local News & Sports Online! Scan & Subscribe! ADDOCCO TEAT Free Every Friday 617-387-2200 Friday, February 14, 2025 Proposed lithium battery storage project concerns City Council members By Neil Zolot T he City Council and Fire Chief Joseph Hickey expressed concern over the siting of a lithium battery storage facility in the commercial/industrial area off Revere Beach Parkway and Lower Broadway, especially in case of a fi re. “We have comments with extinguishing issues,” Hickey said at the Council meeting Monday, February 10. “We’re told if there’s a fi re of this type, you have to let it burn out. That’s hard to take as a firefighter when you have a population to protect. Any fi re presents an environmental hazard and I’m sure they’re installing safeguards, but we have to look at it as if there’s a worst-case scenario” – they being developer Jupiter Power. “I don’t know the exposure to the community,” Ward 1 Councillor Wayne Matewsky confessed. “We’ve been exWayne Matewsky Ward 1 Councillor posed to many hazards over the years. The only good thing I can see in this is that it’ll be union built, but it will produce only a handful of longterm jobs.” The site is located in his Ward and would be in one of three areas: the Docklands Innovation District, the Lower Broadway Economic Development District on Lower Broadway or the Commercial Triangle Economic Development District. He brought up the matter after reading a recent opinion piece in the Boston Herald by environmental activist Laurie Belsito, Policy Director of the Massachusetts Fiscal Alliance. In it she criticizes Governor Healey’s administration for approving permitting of the project, and points out the dangers from a possible fi re at the facility to Everett. She calls such a fi re a toxic inferno that can’t be put out with water that might burn for many hours at very high degrees. She also writes that the facility would contain 700 megawatts of power in an area surrounded by a city. It would be one of the largest in the country, but most are placed in more remote areas. “This is very large,” Hickey confi rmed. The area could contain residential properties and is very close to others like developments on Second Street and neighborhoods across Revere Beach Parkway. “You can’t put something this size in an urban area,” Councillor-at-Large Stephanie Smith feels. “Everett is always a dumping ground for the state. If something were to happen, think about it.” Councillor-At-Large John Hanlon asked, somewhat rhetorically, about how Everett would be evacuated, where people would go, how long people would have to stay away and what long-term effects might be. He likened the issue to plans from the 1950s made in case of a nuclear attack. Hickey is reluctant to specify a danger zone. “It would depend on the size and scope of an incident,” he said. “We have monitoring equipment but that doesn’t help us.” Last fall, the Council approved a request for work to connect the facility to the City’s electrical system and a change in zoning to allow development, but “not specifi cally for this proposal,” City Clerk Sergio Cornelio told the members when asked to research the matter during the meeting. There was also an open house on the project at the Connolly Center last summer, but permitting is done at the state level. “The state drives the train,” Mayor DeMaria’s Chief of Staff , Erin Deveney, said when called to testify at the meeting. “State regulations don’t allow for suffi cient community input. The state has the ability to burden local communities if it feels it is a benefi t to the state, and the city doesn’t have any ability to prevent a proponent from bringing in this type of project.” “If we said no, the state could have shoved this down our throats regardless,” Smith said PROJECT | SEE PAGE 9 Lady Tide Basketball Roll Past Revere 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 TIDE ATTACK: Everett’s senior co-captain Emilia Maria-Babcock drives the ball past a Revere defender during Tuesday night’s GBL action at the RHS Fieldhouse. The Lady Tide team won, 4842. See stories and photo highlights inside. (Advocate photo by Emily Harney)

Page 2 THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, FEbRuARy 14, 2025 Fourth annual Teen Perspectives Contest aims to highlight the knowledge and talents of local high school students T he annual Teen Perspectives Contest from The Immigrant Learning Center (The ILC) is seeking entries from teens at Everett, Malden and Medford public high schools. Students are invited to submit art, essays and videos on the topic “The Cultural Impact of Immigrants on American Society” now through Tuesday, March 4, 2025. Cash prizes will be awarded in every category. Last year’s collection, as well as instructions on how to enter this year’s contest, can be seen on The ILC’s website at https://www.ilctr.org/ for-teachers/teen-perspectives. Malden Public Schools’ Director of History and the Arts, Gerard Tannetta, called 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 the collection of works produced for the 2024 contest “emotional and powerful” and said, “I know a handful of these students because of their involvement in social studies type extracurriculars and to now know these huge parts of their lives I previously didn’t have any knowledge of has been wonderful.” Winners will be announced at a ceremony for the students, their families and teachers on Wednesday, April 16, 2025, at Malden High School. Community members are invited to a Teen Perspectives talent showcase at Arts Collaborative Medford on Thursday, April 17, from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. More information is available on The ILC website: ilctr.org The ILC, which is located in Malden, is a nonprofi t organization that gives immigrants a voice in three ways. The English Language Program provides free, year-round English for Speakers of Other Languages classes to help immigrant and refugee adults in Greater Boston become successful workers, parents and community members. The Public Education Institute informs Americans about immigrants and immigration in the United States and the Institute for Immigration Research, a joint venture with George Mason University, produces valid, reliable and objective multidisciplinary research on immigrants and immigration to the United States. City Offi ces Closed Monday, February 17 as Everett Observes Washington’s Birthday Trash and recycling will not be picked up on Monday and will be delayed for the rest of the week Special to Th e Advocate C ity offices will be closed to the public on Monday, Feb. 17, as Everett observes the Washington’s Birthday holiday. City offi ces will re-open on Tuesday, Feb. 18, and City Hall will have extended hours for residents (8 a.m. to 7:30 p.m.). Observed on the third Monday in February, Washington’s Birthday is a federal holiday in the United States that celebrates the birth of America’s fi rst president George Washington. Commonly referred to as Presidents’ Day, the holiday also celebrates all those who have served as presidents of the United States. Monday’s observance will delay trash and recycling pickup by one day. Please place your trash and recycling bins neatly on the sidewalk on the day after your regularly scheduled pickup for this week only. If you have any questions, please call the Constituent Services Department by dialing 311 or 617-394-2270. — Vinyl Siding — Carpentry Work — Decks — Roofing — Free Estimates — Replacement Windows — Fully Licensed — Fully Insured

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Page 8 THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, FEbRuARy 14, 2025 Everett Public Libraries Calander of Events The library will be closed in observance of Presidents’ Day on Monday, Feb. 17 Blind Date with a Book: This February, don’t judge a book by its cover! Visit the Parlin or the Shute Libraries and have a meet-cute with your new favorite book. Already wrapped and waiting are some wonderful reads – but you won’t know what they are until you check them out and unwrap them! Feeling a little more daring? Fill out one of our “Blind Date with a Book” surveys, and our librarians will match you with a book we think you’ll fall in love with. It will come to you wrapped and with some special surprises generously provided by the Friends of the Everett Public Libraries. Available while supplies last! Parlin Adult and Teens Yarn Club: Parlin Fireplace Room, Tuesday, February 18, 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! Thoreau and the Underground Railroad: Parlin Meeting Room, Tuesday, February 18, at 7:00 p.m. An exploration of Thoreau’s participation in the Underground Railroad, his abolitionist views and night in jail and how his writings have historically inspired civil rights movements around the world. Table Top Gaming Club: Parlin Meeting Room, Wednesday, February 19, at 3:00 p.m. Play board games and hang out with friends at the library! Every Wednesday, from 3-5 p.m., enjoy good games and even better company! Recommended for ages 12+. The 80s Comedy Boom in Boston: Parlin Meeting Room, Wednesday, February 19, at 7:00 p.m. Veteran arts journalist Nick Zaino takes the audience through the rip-roaring 80s comedy boom in Boston, from the dearth of clubs in the late 70s to the Hub’s swinging heyday with comedians like Steven Wright, Lenny Clarke, Jimmy Tingle, Steve Sweeney, Barry Crimmins, Paula Poundstone, Bobcat Goldthwait, Janeane Garofalo, Marc Maron and David Cross. Drop-In Tech Help: Parlin Information Desk, Wednesdays and Fridays from 4-5 p.m.; do you have questions about how to use your personal laptop, tablet or phone? Bring it to the library and stop by our Drop-In Tech Help to meet with a volunteer for assistance. Resume Writing: Parlin Information Desk; do you need help sprucing up an old resume or creating a new one? Sign up for a 30-minute session at the Parlin. By appointment only; to register, send an email to parlininfo@noblenet.org or call 617-394-2300. 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, send an email to parlininfo@noblenet.org or call 617-394-2300. Parlin Children’s Movie Matinee: Parlin Meeting Room, Tuesday February 18, at NOON. Come to the library and watch “Spider-Man: Far From Home.” Enjoy a free movie and popcorn with family and friends. Reading Rebels – Part 1 of a 3-part series: Parlin Meeting Room, Tuesday, February 18, at 4 p.m. Register for our new book club for kids. Get a personal copy of the graphic novel “Timid” by Jonathan Todd when you register to become a Reading Rebel. Suggested ages: eight and up. Storytime and Sing-along with Karen: Parlin Children’s Room, Wednesday, February 19, at 11 a.m. Join us for a funfi lled morning of singing and storytelling with Karen! Suggested ages: newborn to six. Movie Matinee: Parlin Meeting Room, Wednesday February 19, at NOON. Come to the library and watch “Justice League vs. Teen Titans.” Enjoy a free movie and popcorn with family and friends. Crafting with Friends: Parlin Craft Room, Wednesday, February 19, at 1:30. Let’s get crafty! Grab a friend and come to the library for a fun papier-mâché craft on Wednesday February 19, at 1:30. Suggested for ages eight to 13. Drama Class: Parlin Children’s Room, Wednesday, February 19, 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. The Mother Mountain Legend: Parlin Meeting Room, Thursday, February 20, at 10:00 a.m. A very special edition of our Story Time Adventure Program, Esther Gomez and Karina Liendo present the story of Colombia’s Madremonte, a beautiful half mountain/half woman protector of nature whose face cannot be seen. A program the whole family will enjoy – told in Spanish and English for children and their adults. Movie Matinee: Parlin Meeting Room, Thursday February 20, at NOON. Come to the library and watch “Wonder Woman.” Enjoy a free movie and popcorn with family and friends. Hands on Nature – Owls and Their Prey: Parlin Meeting Room, Friday, February 21, at 10. Learn about the fascinating world of owls and their prey! Includes owl pellet dissection! Registration required; visit our website for more information. Suggested ages: six and up. Movie Matinee: Parlin Meeting Room, Friday February 21, at NOON. Come to the library and watch “Black Panther.” Enjoy a free movie and popcorn with family and friends. Shute Adult and Teens Drop-In Tech Help: Shute Circulation Desk, Tuesdays and Thursdays from 4-5 p.m. Do you have questions about how to use your personal laptop, tablet or phone? Bring it to the library and stop by our Drop-In Tech Help to meet with a volunteer for assistance. Resume Writing: Shute Adult Department; book a one-onone 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 30-minute session at the Shute Library. By appointment only; EVENTS | SEE PAGE 15

THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, FEbRuARy 14, 2025 Page 9 PROJECT | FROM PAGE 1 in reference to previous Council approvals for work and changes in zoning. “My understanding is it’s not something we did.” Matewsky called the open house and subsequent outreach “a con job.” “Do we have the ability to ask for mitigation?” Ward 5 Councillor Robert Van Campen asked. He also noted that Belsito’s piece expressed an opinion and was not a news story. “If we get saddled with this there are still conversations about local mitigation,” Deveney answered. She acknowledged “a fi re is something that couldn’t be readily extinguished and could burn for an inordinate amount of time. That could have a chilling eff ect on other types of developments the area could attract because of the risks.” Some of the mitigation could take the form of Jupiter funding or partly funding public safety facilities. “Companies that come into Everett should be responsible for public safety buildings,” Matewsky feels. Councillor-at-Large Katy Rogers noted that Everett’s three fi re stations date back to pre-World War II and the City needs a fourth. “That neighborhood needs attention,” she said. “It’s not something we can put on the back burner.” Hickey confirmed that the stations date back that far, although there have been renovations and the city needs another station. “Regardless of whatever project comes to Everett, what’s coming down the road necessitates it,” he said. Deveney added, “Proponents know they’ll have to support the Fire Department because this is new technology we haven’t experienced.” Councillors questioned Deveney on the lack of information from the Mayor. She said previous action on electrical work and zoning changes were fi led as Council proposals not by the Mayor. “We were not asked to participate,” she said. “It still bothers me he wasn’t here,” Ward 6 Councillor Peter Pietrantonio interjected, but Deveney continued, “The Mayor has concerns with the size and scope of the project. We’ve been in conversations with representatives of Jupiter IJO N US TO CELEBRATE THE YEAR OF THE SNAKE FEBRUARY 15TH 2:00 P.M. - 5:00 P.M. FEBRUARY 2:00P EV DWARDG TT, M SATURDA R 90CHELSEAS G.CONNO Y15TH 15TH15TH EDWARDG. CONNOLLYCENTE 90 CHELSE TT, .M.-5:00P.M. S OLLYCENTE ET R about community input. The Mayor has also been raising concern at the state level because that’s where the decision would be,” but she conceded, “The concerns of the city have not been recognized and the project is pending.” She also said there have been conversations with authorities in Somerville who are also worried about the eff ects of a fi re. The matter was referred back to the Administration with Smith asking that the city’s state and federal legislative delegations be contacted about local concerns. In other matters, the Council gave its fi nal approval or ordainment of a zoning change to give developers of projects of over 10 housing units an option as to how many aff ordable units there should be and at what rate the rent should be calculated. In addition to the option of having 15% of the units available for 80% of the Area Median Income (AMI), there could also be 10% of the units available for 60% of the AMI. How reasonable aff ordable housing units are is still an open question. Everett is in an AMI cohort that includes similar communities like Malden and Medford, but dissimilar ones like Lexington, Newton, North Reading and Winchester. The income levels in those communities skew the AMI above the means of many Everett residents. Councillor-at-Large Guerline Alcy Jabouin voted alone against the measure, but it still received the necessary two-thirds majority required for passage of zoning changes. “This would be great if we didn’t approve everything,” she said. Rogers wondered if reducing the rent in some units will raise them in others. LUNA NE YE CELEBRATIO

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THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, FEbRuARy 14, 2025 Page 11 Everett High Boys Basketball Rolled Past Malden, 70-45 Tide sits at 8-10; needs two wins in holiday weekend Davenport Tournament to earn spot in States Everett High School Head Coach Gerry Boyce goes over instructions with players during timeout in a win over Malden. (Advocate Photos/Henry Huang) Fast break for a layup by Everett’s Geordelli Luna Morales (22). Contested shot for Everett’s Geordelli Luna Morales (22) by Malden’s Colin Okoth. Jammin’ the defense is Everett’s Jamill Nelson (13) against Malden’s Ryan McMahon. Tyson Chhun (3) goes in for a layup against Malden. By Steve Freker E NICE PLAY: #13 Jamil Nelson daps #15 Jayden Alsaindor. verett High Boys Basketball is sitting at 8-10 overall after a pair of close losses in its last two games, including a heartbreaker, 45-44, on the road at North High School of Worcester. The Crimson Tide’s last win was a romp on the road at Malden, 70-45, led by Drive time for Everett’s Tyson Chhun (3) against Malden’s Wyatt Dessert (5). 22 points from Geordiell Luna Morales. Everett now needs two wins in this coming holiday weekend appearance on the road at the Dudley Davenport Classic Tournament, hosted at Sharon High School. Opening Semifinal Round is this Sunday, February 16 at Sharon HS, featuring a pair of games: Everett Cristian Vasquez shoots a three-pointer for Everett. (8-10) versus Walpole (5-13) at noon and host Sharon (2-14) versus Dedham (11-6) at 1:30 p.m. The Davenport Classic Consolation Game and Championship Game will both be played on Monday, February 17, Presidents’ Day.

Page 12 THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, FEbRuARy 14, 2025 Crimson Tide girls basketball goes to Revere to beat the Patriots to secure third win Everett wraps up the regular season next week on the road against non-league foes Gloucester, Marblehead Tide freshman Julianna Rivera looks to pass the ball as a Revere guard moves in. (Advocate photos by Emily Harney) Everett’s Casey Martinez gets ready to block the ball as play resumes during Tuesday night’s away game in Revere. Casey Martinez and Emilia Maria-Babcock react to their teammate Manal Bouhou scoring and the foul call against Revere. Casey Martinez at the foul line for Everett. By Joe McConnell n the final Greater Boston League (GBL) game of the season, the Everett High School girls basketball team (3-14) defeated host Revere Tuesday night (Feb. 11), 48-42. But first, Coach Riley Dunn’s team dropped a 50-37 decision to the Lynn Classical Rams also I on the road last Friday night. “This game (against Lynn Classical) was a tough, but hard-fought loss for us,” Dunn said. “I really saw some fight in all of the girls, especially from our bench players, who stepped up when the starters got into foul BASKETBALL | SEE PAGE 14 Emilia Maria-Babcock shoots to score for Everett during their win over Revere Tuesday night. Junior Nicole Damaceno guards a Revere player in possession of the ball.

THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, FEbRuARy 14, 2025 Page 13 Crimson Tide girls basketball goes to Revere to beat the Patriots to secure third win Everett wraps up the regular season next week on the road against non-league foes Gloucester, Marblehead Julianna Rivera pushes her way to the basket as a Revere guard stands over her. Senior captain Emilia Maria-Babcock drives the ball past a Revere defender. Everett’s Julianna Rivera falls to the ground battling for possession of the ball over Revere. Katerin Landaverde Vasquez with the ball for Everett as a Revere guard moves in. Julianna Rivera drives the ball up court.

Page 14 THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, FEbRuARy 14, 2025 Crimson Tide boys basketball’s postseason fate comes down to this weekend’s Dudley Davenport Classic in Sharon After losing to host North High in OT, Everett needs to win both games starting with Sunday’s opener vs. Walpole at noon By Joe McConnell T he Everett High School boys basketball team (810) played just one game this week, and it was a heartbreaking 45-44 overtime loss to non-league host North High School out of Worcester on Monday night (Feb. 10). It was a battle of Division 1 clubs that came down to the wire, plus an extra period to decide the outcome. “Scoring proved to be a challenge for us throughout this game,” said coach Gerard Boyce. “We had many missed opportunities and unforced turnovers that caused significant setbacks. “But despite those troubles, we did have some standout performances,” added the second-year Everett boys coach. Boyce singled out Jayden Alsaindor, who led the team in scoring with 15 points. Geordiell Luna Morales was close behind him with 14 points. “They also both showcased their determination to play good basketball on the court (all the time),” said Boyce. The Everett boys now have two regular season games left on the schedule, and they need to win both to qualify for the state tournament. The two games will be away from home in the annual Dudley Davenport Classic at Sharon High School. The Crimson Tide will take on Walpole in the fi rst game of the tournament on Sunday (Feb. 16), starting at noon. The host team Sharon will then go up against Dedham at 1:30 p.m. The championship and consolation games will take place the next day. “This tournament (obviously) holds significant importance for us,” said Boyce. “We need to win both games to secure a spot in the postseason tournament, but more than that it’s an opportunity to see if the boys will dig deep, defend well, rebound eff ectively and share the ball (to put them over the top).” Weather It Better: Outdoor Power Equipment Helps Clean Up After Storms Weatheritbetter.com offers checklist, safety tips for home & business owners A LEXANDRIA, Va. -- Chainsaws, generators, snow throwers, utility type vehicles (UTVs), water pumps, and other types of outdoor power equipment help home and business owners maintain properties and clean up after storms or weather-related emergencies. Home and business owners are urged to visit WeatherItBetter.com, the Outdoor Power Equipment Institute’s (OPEI) hub for storm preparation, safe equipment usage tips and checklists to help them prepare for today’s unpredictable weather. “Bad weather can hit anyEverett Head Coach Riley Dunn called a timeout as the Crimson Tide took on Revere and won 48-42 Tuesday night on the road. BASKETBALL | FROM PAGE 12 trouble. Together, we fought until the end.” Senior captain Emilia Maria Babcock led the way with 12 points and six rebounds in just the fi rst three quarters of the game. Julianna Rivera was next in line with 10 points to go along with her two assists and three rebounds, which completed an excellent all-around game for her. Nicole Damaceno worked relentlessly on defense, and also collected four points, while pulling down 12 rebounds that helped keep the score close throughout most of the game. But the game against the aforementioned Patriots had nothing but positive vibes from beginning to end. “This was a huge team win against a tough Revere squad,” time, anywhere, so plan for it,” says Kris Kiser, President and CEO of OPEI. “With any weather event, like hurricanes, snow and ice, we usually know they’re coming. Get fresh fuel, charge batteries, and test outdoor power equipment in advance so you’re powered up and ready to use it. If the power goes out, you can’t get those things easily.” In particular, says OPEI, when using a portable generator, homeowners should make sure they have weather-approved extension cords that keep it a safe distance from the house and users follow all manufacturer’s guidelines. Kiser says storm preparation boils down to thinking strategically about what equipment is needed. “Our industry is constantly evolving and innovating, and there’s a lot of equipment on the market today that can make big jobs easier, to help you ‘weather it better’ when storms hit,” says said Dunn. “I’m so unbelievably proud of my girls, and the grit and unselfish play they displayed throughout the entire game. They played like a true team, with every single player stepping up. We needed all of their contributions, because we were shorthandKiser. “But you need to have the right equipment on hand before damaging weather hits.” When the power goes out, a generator can keep the lights on and phones charged. A utility type vehicle can move people and supplies quickly, and a water pump can get out flood waters from basements and other spaces. String trimmers, leaf blowers, and mowers can remove combustible material away from a structure. Chainsaws and pole pruners can take down dead limbs and trim trees and bushes. “Safety gear and following manufacturer’s directions is key to using outdoor power equipment,” adds Kiser. “It’s important to ensure everyone who uses equipment knows and follows all safety procedures.” Find safety tips, checklists and more at WeatherItBetter.com. ed with a limited roster. “It’s been an extremely challenging season, but in this game, they focused on the goal at hand,” said the veteran Everett coach afterwards. “Their resilience, tenacity and BASKETBALL | SEE PAGE 16

THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, FEbRuARy 14, 2025 Page 15 CELEBRATE | FROM PAGE 4 fought, and the legacies they left behind, as well as the stories of signifi cant abolitionists and civil rights activists in Boston’s history. African American Patriots® Tours are ideal for groups, schools, residents and those visiting the city. Public tour tickets may be purchased at the Boston Common Visitor Information Center at $17 for adults, $15 for seniors and students, and $8 for children under 12 years old. Tickets may also be purchased online at TheFreedomTrail.org. The African American Patriots® Tours are also available year-round for groups as private tours. Other events and programs celebrating Black History Month are held at offi cial Freedom Trail sites. For information regarding Freedom Trail events and programs, tickets, reservations, group rates or questions, please call (617) 357-8300 or visit TheFreedomTrail.org. EVENTS | FROM PAGE 8 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 fi rst email. Book your Friday adventure with technology today! By appointment only; please email shuteinfo@noblenet.org or call 617-394-2308. Alfred T. Mietus O f Everett. Passed away suddenly at his home in Everett. Beloved son of the late Alfred E. and Mary (Pokornicki) Mietus. Predeceased by his siblings Paul Mietus and Maryann Rindone both of Everett. Born on June 25, 1947 in New Bedford. Moved to the Boston area after high school and remained there since. Was a long time resident of Everett. Alfred graduated from Wentworth Institute of Technology in Boston, earning a Bachelor of Science Degree in Electrical Engineering. He was a loyal supporter of the college and a member of Crest Society. He completed a series of exams to earn and be awarded a Radio-Telephone Operator License by The Federal Communications Commission. Worked as a Senior Electronic Technician/ Electrical Engineer in the Cambridge and Boston area for nearly 40 years on products from audio/video equipment to trident missiles for the U.S. Navy. He enjoyed traveling, theatre and Broadway shows, and collecting old time radio and TV shows. Alfred is survived by many cousins across the country Relatives and friends were invited to a Funeral Mass on Tuesday, February 11, in St. Mary’s Church in Fairhaven, MA followed by burial at the Sacred Heart Cemetery in New Bedford, MA. For Advertising with Results, call The Advocate Newspapers at 617-387-2200 or Info@advocatenews.net O f Everett. Entered into eternal rest on Sunday, February 2 in the Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center, Boston. She was 75 years old. Born in Saint Lous du, Haiti, Sirilia lived in Everett for many years. She worked as a salesperson when in Haiti. Sirilia was the daughter of the late Derius Jeantoune and Malia Louis Saint; the beloved wife of the late Clairedual Guirand; the dear and devoted mother of Jean Ernest Guirand, Thelia Cheristin, Maggie Isma, Sophonie Guirand and Esther Guirand. She is also survived by 7 brothers, 6 sisters, 19 grandchildren and 7 great-grandchildren. Relatives and friends are respectfully invited to attend Sirilia’s visiting hours in the Cafasso & Sons Funeral Home, 65 Clark St. (Corner of Main Street) Everett, Friday, February 28 from 5-8 p.m. Her funeral service will be on SaturOBITUARIES Sirilia Jeantoune day, March 1, in the Missionary Church of the Haitian Community, 100 Temple Street, Somerville beginning at 8 a.m.-10-30 a.m. Burial will be at the Glenwood Cemetery, Everett. Parking with attendants on duty. Jean M. (Lee) Savage neral Home, 772 Broadway, Everett, on Thursday, February 13th from 4 to 7 pm. Her funeral will be held from the funeral home on Friday, February 14th at 9 am, followed by a Funeral Mass in Immaculate Conception Church, 487 Broadway, Everett, at 10 am. Services will conclude with interment in Glenwood Cemetery, Everett. In lieu of fl owers, donations in Jean’s memory may be made to St. Jude Children’s Hospital @ www.stjude.org O f Everett. Passed away on February 8th, at 93 years. She was the daughter of the late Arthur and Arlene Lee. Beloved wife of the late Charles W. Savage. Loving mother of Paul Savage and his wife Jeanne, Linda Fuller and her husband James, Debra McIntyer and her husband Bruce. Glenn Savage and his wife Robin, and Gary Savage. She is also survived by 8 cherished grandchildren, 14 cherished great grandchildren. And 8 cherished great great grandchildren. Relatives and friends are kindly invited to attend visiting hours at the JF Ward Fu

Page 16 THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, FEbRuARy 14, 2025 BASKETBALL | FROM PAGE 14 winning mentality was on full display against Revere. I could not be prouder of this club. This was a true team win.” Rivera (5 rebounds, 2 assists) and Maria Babcock (6 rebounds, 3 assists, 2 steals) paced the offensive attack with 15 points apiece. Damaceno (14 rebounds) chipped in with eight. “(Damaceno) was a beast on the boards against Revere,” said Dunn. Also in the Revere game, Casey Martinez came through with seven points, three assists and two steals. Katerin Landaverde accounted for three Donate Your Vehicle Call (866) 618-0011 to donate your car, truck, boat, RV, and more today! ■ Support Veteran Nonprofi ts. ■ Free Pickup & Towing. ■ Top Tax Deduction. Donate Your Vehicle Today 866-618-0011 www.veterancardonations.org/dnt122 While we appreciate every donation, in some cases, we fi nd that we are unable to accept certain vehicles, watercraft, and/or recreational vehicles due to the prohibitive costs of acquisition. If you have any questions, please give us a call at (866) 618-0011. points and three offensive rebounds. Manal Bouhou had six huge rebounds and one steal, while playing tremendous touch defense down low, according to Dunn. “Each and every player also played tenacious team defense,” said Dunn. “They never gave up, while responding to every challenge thrown at them, and as a result were poised under pressure to secure this win.” The Everett girls are scheduled to play three more games against non-league opponents to wrap the regular season. They first took on Lowell at home last night (Feb. 13) after press deadline. They will then begin next week at Gloucester to play the Fishermen Tuesday night (Feb. 18) at 6 p.m., before going to Marblehead to face the Magicians two nights later, starting at 5 p.m. 2024 Massachusetts Child аnd Family Tax Credit Y ou are now entitled to claim a tax credit on your 2024 Massachusetts individual income tax return if you are taking care of a dependent child, other dependent or spouse with a disability or another dependent who is age 65 or older. You can claim this tax credit if you are filing single, head of household or married filing joint on your tax return. Your dependent child must be under age 13 as of December 31, 2024. With respect to a dependent age 65 or older as of December 31, 2024, that would not include you or your spouse. The tax credit to claim on your Massachusetts return is $440 for each qualifying individual. There is no limit to the number of qualified individuals that you can claim the tax credit for. This represents an increase over the calendar year 2023 tax credit which was $310 per individual. If you are a Massachusetts non-resident filing a non-resident Massachusetts income tax return, you cannot claim this tax credit. Part year residents can claim the credit and must calculate the tax credit he or she is qualified for based upon the number of days living in Massachusetts. A dependent or spouse with a disability is an individual who is physically or mentally incapable of caring for himself or herself and who principally lives with the taxpayer for more than half of the taxable year. Taxpayers need to keep this tax credit in mind as many spouses are caring for a spouse who might be stricken with a disability such as dementia or a physical disability and requires a significant amount of time in home health care from his or her spouse. This is also a refundable tax credit so even if you your total tax is zero and you had no withholdings from wages or pension income, for example, you would still be able to receive a refund based upon the tax credit as calculated on your Massachusetts income tax return. This is the second year that Massachusetts has provided for such a tax credit. It is a big help to taxpayers caring for children, parents or disabled individuals or spouses. This is in addition to the increase in the circuit breaker tax credit available to taxpayers age 65 or older, which is now up to $2,730. It was $2,400 in 2023 and only $1,200 in 2022. 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. For Advertising with Results, call The Advocate Newspapers at 617-387-2200 or Info@advocatenews.net

THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, FEbRuARy 14, 2025 Page 17 bill that will adequately address the long-term fi nancial stability of the EA shelter program, so was not a bill I could support.” (A “Yes” vote is for the bill. A GET A FREE SUBSCRIPTION TO MASSTERLIST – Join more than 22,000 people, from movers and shakers to political junkies and interested citizens, who start their weekday morning with MASSterList—the popular newsletter that chronicles news and informed analysis about what’s going on up on Beacon Hill, in Massachusetts politics, policy, media and influence. The stories are drawn from major news organizations as well as specialized publications. 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: Beacon Hill Roll Call records local representatives’ votes on roll calls from the week of Feb. 3-7, 2025. There were no roll Calls in the Senate last week. $425 MILLION FOR SHELTER SYSTEM (H 57) House 126-26, approved and sent to the Senate a fi scal 2025 supplemental budget that includes $425 million to fund the state’s family shelter system and make some changes to tighten eligibility. The vote was almost strictly along party lines with all Repubicans voting against it and all but two Democrats voting for it. The Democrats say the measure makes major reforms while the GOP says the bill does not go far enough. “From the beginning of the shelter system crisis, the House has worked to reform the emergency assistance program to ensure that it remains fi nancially viable,” said House Speaker Ron Mariano (D-Quincy). “That’s why the House led the eff ort to cap the maximum length of stay, and to require job training programs for folks in the shelter system, reforms that this supplemental budget builds on. By creating stricter eligibility requirements, along with increased security measures, this supplemental budget is the latest iteration of the House’s continued commitment to protecting vulnerable children and families in Massachusetts in a fi scally sustainable manner.” “Over the past several years, as the population of the emergency shelter system has grown, the House has attempted to uphold the commonwealth’s right to shelter law while also being mindful of the long-term fi scal sustainability of the program,” said Rep. Aaron Michlewitz (D-Boston), Chair of the House Committee on Ways and Means. “The reforms contained in this bill will ensure that right to shelter is maintained by further capping the length of stay and verifying eligibility, while also enacting stricter background checks on those who enter the shelter system to better protect the families who need these services the most.” “I voted against [the bill] because Massachusetts cannot continue pouring taxpayer money into the emergency shelter system without implementing real, lasting reforms,” said Rep. Steven Xiarhos (R-Barnstable). “As a former police offi cer with 40 years of experience, I know fi rsthand how proper criminal background checks should be conducted, and the simple CORI check outlined in this bill doesn’t even come close. Without comprehensive background screenings at the state, federal and international levels, we risk compromising public safety and failing to protect the communities we serve.” “Though there were some small reforms to the shelter system, they were only temporary and fell far short of what was necessary to address the problems associated with the program,” said Rep. Joseph McKenna (R-Sutton). “Without substantial and permanent reforms, many of which were proposed by Republican amendments that were unfortunately rejected out of hand without even cursory consideration, this was not a “No” vote is against it.) Rep. Joseph McGonagle Yes BROADER BACKGROUND CHECKS (H 57) House 26-125, rejected an amendment that would expand the background checks that the state must conduct on emergency assistance shelter applicants by mandating universal criminal background checks that include criminal records at the state, federal and international levels; immigration or residency status; and presence on international or domestic criminal watch lists. “While the underlying bill requires individuals applying for emergency assistance housing benefi ts to disclose prior criminal convictions and calls for CORI checks to be conducted prior to placement, these checks are limited to crimes committed in Massachusetts,” said amendment sponsor Rep. Brad Jones (R-North Reading). “If we are serious about keeping dangerous criminals out of the shelter system, then we need to strengthen the background check requirement and mandate more comprehensive universal background checks that will disclose criminal records not only at the state level, but also at the federal and international levels.” Rep. Michael Day (D-Stoneham) said that the amendment was an attempted Republican “backdoor” to “strangle our emergency shelter law altogether and kill it from within.” He said the background checks the amendment would require would also check the education backgrounds of applicants, credit scores and fi nancial information. “Now we want to fi nd out the credit-worthiness of a young family applying for emergency shelter,” said Day. He sarcastically asked if this credit check was going to make the shelters and residents safer -- fi nding out what Kohl’s thinks about their ability to get a credit card.” (A “Yes” vote is for the broader background checks. A “No” vote is against them.) Rep. Joseph McGonagle No REDUCE FUNDING FROM $425 BEACON | SEE PAGE 18 Sa nr Sa a y Senior Seni by Jim Miller Driving with Dementia and Knowing When to Stop Dear Savvy Senior, When should someone with dementia stop driving? My 83-yearold father has some dementia issues but still drives himself around town pretty well. Concerned Daughter Dear Concerned, Most doctors agree that people with moderate to severe dementia should never get behind the wheel, but in the early stages of Alzheimer’s or other types of dementia, driving performance should be the determining factor of when to stop driving, not the disease itself. With that said, it’s also important to realize that as your dad’s driving skills deteriorate over time from the disease, he might not recognize he has a problem. So, it’s very important that you work closely with his doctor to monitor his driving and help him stop when it is no longer safe for him to drive. Here are some additional tips that can help you. Watch for Warning Signs The best way to keep tabs on your dad’s driving abilities is to take frequent rides with him and watch out for warning signs. For example: Does he have trouble remembering routes to familiar places? Does he drive at inappropriate speeds, tailgate, drift between lanes or fail to observe traffi c signs? Does he react slowly or make poor driving decisions? Also, has your dad had any fender benders or tickets lately, or have you noticed any dents or scrapes on his vehicle? All of these are red fl ags. If you need some assessment help, hire a driver rehabilitation specialist who’s trained to evaluate older drivers. See Myaota. aota.org/driver_search or Aded. net to locate one in your area. Transition Tips Through your assessments, if you believe it’s still safe for your dad to drive, you should start recommending some simple adjustments to ensure his safety, like driving only in daylight and on familiar routes, and avoiding busy roads and bad weather. Also, get him to sign a dementia “driving contract” that designates someone to tell him when it’s no longer safe to drive. Go to Alz.org/driving and click on the “Download” button to print one. You may also want to consider getting a GPS car tracking device (like Bouncie.com or MotoSafety.com) to help you monitor him. These devices will let you track where he’s driving and allow you to set up zones and speed limits that will send you alerts to your smartphone when he exits an area, or if he’s driving too fast or braking harshly. Time to Quit When your dad’s driving gets to the point that he can no longer drive safely, you’ll need to talk to him. It’s best to start having these conversations in the early stages of the disease, before he needs to quit driving so he can prepare himself. You also need to have a plan for alternative transportation (including a list of family, friends and local transportation options) that will help him get around after he stops driving. For tips on how to talk to your dad, the Hartford Center for Mature Market Excellence offers a helpful guide called “At the Crossroads: Family Conversations About Alzheimer’s Disease, Dementia and Driving” that you can download at TheHartford.com/Publications-on-Aging. Refuses to Quit If your dad refuses to quit, you have several options. First, suggest a visit to his doctor who can give him a medical evaluation, and prescribe that he stops driving. Older people will often listen to their doctor before they will listen to their own family. If he still refuses, contact your local Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) to see if they can help. Some states will automatically revoke a license when a person is diagnosed with Alzheimer’s or dementia, while many others require retaking a driving test. If these fail, consider hiding his keys or you may need to take them away. You could also disable his vehicle by disconnecting the battery, park it in another location so he can’t see it or have access to it, or sell it. 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, FEbRuARy 14, 2025 BEACON | FROM PAGE 17 MILLION TO $200 MILLION House 26-126 rejected an amendment that would reduce funding for the emergency assistance shelter program from $425 million to $200 million. “The emergency assistance shelter program continues to cost the state’s taxpayers approximately $1 billion annually, which is not sustainable without implementing substantive reforms to help reduce costs and promote greater transparency,” said amendment sponsor Rep. Brad Jones (R-North Reading). “The State Auditor is currently conducting a comprehensive audit of the Executive Office of Housing and Livable Communities, including the emergency shelter system, which should help to identify ways to improve efficiency, while recent changes in immigration laws at the federal level should help to lower costs by reducing the number of people coming to Massachusetts seeking shelter. By reducing the shelter program’s funding allocation to $200 million, Affordable Housing Lottery Artemas 5 Air Force Road, Everett, MA YOU CAN COMPLETE AND SUBMIT A LOTTERY APPLICATION ONLINE HERE: the state can continue to provide core services to Massachusetts residents in need while allowing additional time to see how the recent changes will impact enrollment.” Rep. Aaron Michlewitz (D-Boston) said he is under no illusion that if the House approves this reduction, the Republicans will actually vote for the bill itself. He noted that reforms we’re implementing in the bill are major and the House needs to give the Healey administration time to see these through. He argued that the bill allows the state to get through the remainder of the fiscal year, and during the upcoming fiscal 2026 budget debate in April we can see how the reforms are going and if we have to make changes. (A “Yes” vote is for the reduchttps://form.jotform.com/SEBHousing/Artemas Affordable Rent Amounts Twelve (12) Studios: $2,035; Twenty-Eight (28) 1 Bedrooms: $2,303; Nineteen (19) 2 Bedrooms: $2,541 *Rents subject to change after first year. Tenants will pay for utilities: electricity (which is also used for heat and hot water in all units and for cooking in Studio units), gas cooking in 1BR & 2BR units, water, and sewer. Parking is available for residents for $150/month per space. Pets are permitted. Two pet limit per unit. $75/month pet fee. Artemas is a brand-new development located in Everett. There will be fifty-nine (59) affordable apartments within the community that will be rented to households with incomes at or below 80% of the area median income through this application process. Units feature stainless steel appliances, quartz kitchen countertops, walk-in closets and showers, and wood-inspired flooring. Community amenities include multiple courtyards, a pool, fitness center, dog park, fire pits, grilling stations, resident lounge, club room with billiards, package lockers, and work-from-home spaces. The community is located less than one mile from the Wellington MBTA Orange Line station and is convenient to many local businesses and restaurants. First units are expected to be ready in April 2025. Maximum Household Income Limits $91,200 (1 person), $104,200 (2 people), $117,250 (3 people) $130,250 (4 people) Public Informational Session March 6, 2025 at 6:00 pm via Zoom Go to zoom.com/join or call (646) 558-8656 and enter Meeting ID: 818 9317 7595 Application Deadline March 31, 2025 at 2:00 pm Applications must be completed online or postmarked by this date. Applications postmarked by the deadline must be received no later than 5 business days after the deadline. Lottery April 15, 2025 at 6:00pm via Zoom Go to zoom.com/join or call (646) 558-8656 and enter Meeting ID: 857 2736 5609, Passcode: 276410 Attendance is not required at Info or Lottery sessions. To view the recorded sessions at a later date, please search for Artemas on the SEB Housing YouTube channel. For Lottery Information and Applications, or for reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities, go to www.sebhousing.com or call (617) 782-6900x1 and leave a message or postal mail SEB Housing, 257 Hillside Ave, Needham MA 02494. For TTY Services dial 711. Free translation available. Traducción gratuita disponible. YOU CAN COMPLETE AND SUBMIT A LOTTERY APPLICATION ONLINE HERE: https://form.jotform.com/SEBHousing/Artemas January 31, February 14, 2025 tion to $200 million. A “No” vote is against the reduction.) Rep. Joseph McGonagle No 12-MONTH RESIDENCY REQUIRED (H 57) House 26-126, rejected an amendment that would require that in order to be eligible for benefits under the emergency assistance shelter program, an applicant must have resided in Massachusetts for twelve consecutive months immediately prior to the date of application. The applicant must also provide an acceptable form of verification such as tax returns; a MA REAL-ID; a utility bill, lease or mortgage; or pay stubs showing Massachusetts employment. The residency requirement would not apply to victims of domestic violence or to any person whose living situation has been affected by a fire or other natural disaster that occurred in the Bay State. “The original Right to Shelter law was implemented more than 40 years ago to help provide housing assistance for Massachusetts residents in need, particularly pregnant women and children,” said amendment sponsor Rep. Brad Jones (R-North Reading). “Over the last two years, the scope of the program has expanded to the point that people are coming to Massachusetts from other states seeking assistance, which is not in keeping with the original intent of the law. This amendment will restore the focus of the law to prioritize Massachusetts residents in need of housing services.” Rep. Alice Peisch (D-Wellesley) said that we are talking about families with children and to - LEGAL NOTICE - COMMONWEALTH OF MASSACHUSETTS THE TRIAL COURT PROBATE AND FAMILY COURT Middlesex Probate and Family Court 10-U Commerce Way Woburn, MA 01801 (781)865-4000 Docket No. MI25C0181CA In the matter of: ZI’YON ORESTES MISERE-MOMPOINT CITATION ON PETITION TO CHANGE NAME A Petition to Change Name of Minor has been filed by Zi’Yon Orestes Misere-Mompoint of Everett, MA requesting that the court enter a Decree changing their name to: Zi’Yon Prince Mompoint IMPORTANT NOTICE Any person may appear for purposes of objecting to the petition by filing an appearance at: Middlesex Probate and Family Court before 10:00 a.m. on the return day of 03/04/2025. This is NOT a hearing date, but a deadline by which you must file a written appearance if you object to this proceeding. WITNESS, Hon. Terri L. Klug Cafazzo, First Justice of this Court. Date: February 04, 2025 TARA E. DeCRISTOFARO Register of Probate February 14, 2025

THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, FEbRuARy 14, 2025 Page 19 BEACON | FROM PAGE 18 place further restrictions on this program during the cold winter months is cruel. She noted that the bill already places more significant verification requirements regarding residency.” (A “Yes” vote is for the 12-month residency requirement. A “No” vote is against it.) Rep. Joseph McGonagle No REQUIRE REPORTS (H 57) House 152-0, approved an amendment that would require the Healey administration to report the number of families exiting the emergency assistance housing program each week because of a durational limit. “This data will reveal whether families are leaving because they’ve secured stable housing or due to the system’s time constraints,” said amendment sponsor Rep. Michael Finn (D-West Springfi eld) It will determine if current resources are eff ectively helping families regain stability in a quick and effi cient manner, or if future adjustments to the system are needed.” (A “Yes” vote is for the amendment.) Rep. Joseph McGonagle Yes RULING OF THE CHAIR ON ICE DETAINER AMENDMENT(H 57) House 128-24, supported the ruling of the chair that a proposed amendment that would have required the Executive Offi ce of Housing and Livable Communities to collaborate Carlo DeMaria Jr., Mayor with ICE regarding detainers issued for dangerous criminal aliens, was beyond the scope of the shelter bill and should not be allowed on the House fl oor for debate. Rep. Marc Lombardo (R-Billerica), the sponsor of the amendment said that the amendment would make it clear that we want these monsters off the streets and will take proactive actions to protect Massachusetts residents. He urged members to oppose the ruling of the chair so that his amendment can be debated and voted upon. “It is simply outrageous that this amendment was ruled out of scope as it pertained to the operations of the shelter system which was the exact scope of the underlying bill,” said Lombardo. “The reality is that the majority party realized it would be a terrible amendment for them to vote against so instead, they ruled it out of scope to prevent political embarrassment.” Rep. Danielle Gregoire (D-Marlborough) supported the ruling of the chair that this amendment is beyond the scope of this narrowly tailored funding bill. She added that there are several pieces of legislation that have been fi led this session that will deal with this issue and the House can debate the issue at that time. (A “Yes” vote supports the ruling of the chair that prohibits the ~ LEGAL NOTICE ~ Phone: 617-394-5004 FAX: 617-394-5002 City of Everett Conservation Commission Everett City Hall, Room 40 484 Broadway Everett, MA 02149 The Everett Conservation Commission will hold a public hearing on Thursday, February 20, 2025, at 7 PM pursuant to the Wetlands Protection Act, M.G.L. 131 c40. The hearing will include consideration of a Request for a Determination of Applicability (RDA) by Matt Donovan of Benesch representing Keolis Commuter Services, for the review of wetland maps along the railroad right-of-way as part of the renewal of a five year Vegetation Management Plan Said hearing will be held in the George Keverian Meeting Room, City Hall, 484 Broadway, Everett, MA 02149. To view application and related plans, contact the Conservation Agent Tom Philbin 617-309-8038. February 14, 2025 amendment from being debated and voted upon on by the House. A “No” vote is against the ruling and favord the amendment being debated and voted upon.) Rep. Joseph McGonagle Yes ALSO UP ON BEACON HILL GOV. MAURA HEALEY ANNOUNCES SHE WILL RUN FOR RE-ELECTION IN 2026 – In a radio interview on WGBH Radio (89.7 FM) with talk show hosts Jim Braude and Margery Eagan, Gov. Healey said she plans to run for reelection in 2026. “There’s a heck of a lot more to do, she said. “And so I plan to run for re-election. I’m really proud of the record so far.” The Massachusetts Republican Party released a statement saying they were “confi dent that voters will reject another four years of the Healey-Driscoll Administration and elect a common-sense Republican.” “We are actively engaging with several Republicans who would all make strong candidates, and we are confi dent we will have a formidable challenger ready to take on Healey and restore prosperity to the commonwealth,” Massachusetts Republican Party Chair Amy Carnevale said. $850,000 TO HELP YOUNG ADULTS WITH DISABILITIES – Gov. Healey announced more than $850,000 in grants to fund several organizations that provide job training, employment placement and post placement LEGAL NOTICE City of Everett PLANNING BOARD 484 BROADWAY EVERETT, MA 02149 services for 119 young adults with disabilities. “We are building a strong workforce in Massachusetts, and this includes providing opportunities and training for individuals who face barriers to employment,” said Gov. Healey. “These grants will help develop and fulfi ll the immense potential of this segment of our workforce as we create an economy for today and tomorrow.” “The Healey-Driscoll Administration is committed to working with partners to increase access, break down barriers and create pathways to meaningful employment including for individuals with disabilities,” said SecBEACON | SEE PAGE 20 LEGAL NOTICE EVERETT PLANNING BOARD PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE Public Hearing on an application by NDC-RE, LLC Property located at: 313-315 Elm Street Site Plan Review In accordance with the provisions of M.G.L Chapter 40A and with Sections 6 and 19 of the Everett Zoning Ordinance, the Everett Planning Board will conduct a public hearing on Monday, March 3, 2025 at 6:00PM in the Speaker George Keverian Room (Room 37, Everett City Hall) to consider the above-listed application for Site Plan Review. The proposal calls for the construction of a second floor addition to an existing mixed-use building as well as an interior renovation of portions of the structure. The existing building is currently occupied by two (2) commercial tenants (salon/spa & restaurant/bar) and two (2) residential units. The proposal seeks to convert the restaurant/bar into residential units as well as construct additional units on the added second floor, resulting in an eight (8) unit mixed-use project. The proposal will result in no alteration to the existing footprint and no additional site work is contemplated beyond installation of a new fire service. 313-315 Elm Street is a parcel of land referenced by Assessors Department as N0-01-000159. A copy of the application and plans are on file and available in the Office of the City Clerk and the Department of Planning and Development, both located at City Hall, 484 Broadway, Everett, MA 02149 and can be inspected online anytime at http://www.cityofeverett.com/449/PlanningBoard and/or by request during regular City Hall business hours by contacting The Planning and Development Office at 617-394-2334. All persons interested in or wishing to be heard on the applications may attend and participate in person. This project, along with all other projects to be discussed at the meeting, can be found on the posted Agenda at the following link: http://www.cityofeverett.com/AgendaCenter. Questions and comments can be directed in advance of the public hearing to Matt Lattanzi of the Department of Planning & Development at Matt.Lattanzi@ci.everett.ma.us or 617-394-2230. Frederick Cafasso Chairman February 14, 21, 2025

Page 20 THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, FEbRuARy 14, 2025 BEACON | FROM PAGE 19 retary of Labor and Workforce Development Lauren Jones. “We appreciate the partnership with awarded organizations as we work together to strengthen employment outcomes, foster inclusivity and advance economic opportunities for individuals with disabilities in Massachusetts’ workforce.” ATTORNEY GENERAL CAMPBELL ON PROTECTING ACCESS TO GENDER-AFFIRMING CARE - Massachusetts Attorney General Andrea Campbell and a coalition of twelve other attorneys general issued a statement reaffirming their commitment to protecting access to gender-affirming care following a recent executive order by the Trump Administration. “As state attorneys general, we stand firmly in support of healthcare policies that respect the dignity and rights of all people,” read the statement. “Health care decisions should be made by patients, families and doctors, not by a politician trying to use his power to restrict your freedoms. Gender-affirming care is essential, life-saving medical treatment that supports individuals in living as their authentic selves.” The statement continued, “The Trump Administration’s recent executive order is wrong on the science and the law. Despite what the Trump Administration has suggested, there is no connection between “female genital mutilation” and gender-affirming care, and no federal law makes gender-affirming care unlawful. President Trump cannot change that by executive order.” DON’T MISS THIS EVENT - Join Massachusetts energy leaders in government, industry and advocacy at the MCLE in Boston on March 26 for an important discussion about the state’s energy policy and its goals for a net-zero future, hosted by the State House News Service. With the return of a new Trump administration and policies hindering wind power development, the state’s plan to expand its offshore wind portfolio faces uncertainty. While solar power offers potential, its scalability is limited by grid capacity issues and requires substantial investment. Other promising technologies like fusion and low-carbon hydrogen have yet to be implemented in the commonwealth. Tickets/more info: https:// www.eventbr it e.com/e/ power-interruption-tickets-1219762716119?aff=oddtdtcreator QUOTABLE QUOTES “The loss of these three workers is not just a statistic. It is a devastating reminder of the human cost of inadequate safety practices.” --- Massachusetts Coalition for Portal To Hope (“PTH”) serves people whose lives have been impacted by domestic violence and related assault crimes. Job Opportunities Available: PTH is seeking a Victim Advocate and a Licensed Social Worker to join our team! If you would like to join PTH’s award-winning team and share your leadership in the cause to end domestic violence, please call (781) 338-7678 for more information; or, email portaltohope@aol.com. Occupational Safety and Health (COSH) Executive Director Tatiana Sofia Begault on recent reports that three Massachusetts workers died in less than two weeks. “The history of Black Americans is deeply woven into the patchwork fabric and rich legacy of our country. A people who survived the torment of enslavement and consistently seek to lead this nation forward. A people who are the conscience of America and stand as a beacon of the great possibility of our democracy. To know the history of Black people in America is to understand our history is a testament to the enduring pursuit of America’s ideals.” --- Tanisha Sullivan, Chair of the Governor’s Black Empowerment Advisory Council at a celebration of Black History Month at the Statehouse. “This bill is vital because it addresses the pressing issue of allowing male athletes to compete in girls’ school sports when there is no equivalent boys’ team or when a boy identifies as a girl. [The bill] would give athletes and coaches the legal right to opt out of competitions against the opposite sex without fear of discipline.” --- Statement by the Massachusetts Family Institute (MFI). “It sickens me to see that any legislator in Massachusetts would partner with this organization to incite fearmongering and disinformation at the expense of children.” --- Tanya Neslusan, Executive Director of Mass Equality on what it calls MFI’s activities to promote discriminatory bills impacting transgender youth and anti-LGBTQ policies at the state and local level by engaging in disinformation campaigns and encouraging hateful propaganda against the LGBTQ communities across the state. “I think after witnessing last year’s coin toss, and to my knowledge -- and please correct me if I’m wrong -- there was no problem with betting integrity that took place. I looked in all the jurisdictions and I Googled as many news articles as I could to see if any betting integrity [issues] took place. There are other prop bets, like the Gatorade color over the coach, the national anthem length, and we, of course, decided we didn’t want to go that far. But I think the coin toss is something we should be revisiting.” --- Massachusetts Gaming Commissioner Brad Hill on the commission’s 3-2 vote to allow sports betting companies in the Bay State to offer wagers on the Super Bowl opening coin toss. HOW LONG WAS LAST WEEK’S SESSION? Beacon Hill Roll Call tracks the length of time that the House and Senate were in session each week. Many legislators say that legislative sessions are only one aspect of the Legislature’s job and that a lot of important work is done outside of the House and Senate chambers. They note that their jobs also involve committee work, research, constituent work and other matters that are important to their districts. Critics say that the Legislature does not meet regularly or long enough to debate and vote in public view on the thousands of pieces of legislation that have been 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 Feb. 3-7, the House met for a total of six hours and 13 minutes while the Senate met for a total of 11 minutes. Mon. Feb. 3 House 11:02 a.m. to 11:10 a.m. Senate 11:20 a.m. to 11:26 a.m. Tues. Feb. 4 No House session No Senate session Wed. Feb. 5 No House session No Senate session Thurs. Feb. 6 House 11:01 a.m. to 5:06 p.m. Senate 11:28 a.m. to 11:33 a.m. Fri. Feb. 7 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.

THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, FEbRuARy 14, 2025 Page 21 REAL ESTATE TRANSAC TIONS Copyrighted material previously published in Banker & Tradesman/The Commercial Record, a weekly trade newspaper. 1. February 14 is Valentine’s Day; a Greek sculptor named what created a statue that he fell in love with? 2. What 2018 romantic comedy is based on a bestseller by Kevin Kwan? 3. In the early 1900s, why was Adolph Spreckels – the first sugar daddy – nicknamed that by his wife? 4. On Feb. 15, 1925, a second batch of diphtheria antitoxin for an epidemic arrived in Nome, Alaska, by what method? 5. Esther Howland founded the 1880s New England Valentine Company where in Mass.? 6. Which fruit has the most fat? 7. On Feb. 16, 1923, what burial chamber in Egypt was unsealed? 8. What does XOXO mean? 9. What 1851 book’s first title was “The Whale”? 10. What New England company created candy Sweethearts (conversation hearts)? 11. February 17 is Random Acts of Kindness Day; what creator of Peter Pan said, “Shall we make a new rule of life from tonight: always to try to be a kinder than is necessary?” 12. What animal can be a jack or a jenny? 13. In 1972 who had a hit with “Burning Love”? 14. In the Old English poem “Beowulf,” Danish warriors drank what having honey? 15. On Feb. 18, 1930, at the International Aircraft Exposition in St. Louis, Missouri, Elm Farm Ollie became the first of what animal to fly in a plane? 16. What U.S. state whose state flower is the bluebonnet has the motto “Friendship”? 17. On Feb. 19, 2008, who resigned his presidency – to be succeeded by his brother? 18. In what area of Boston was the country’s first chocolate factory (1700s)? 19. Who is the world’s longest heir apparent? 20. On Feb. 20, 1962, John Glenn became the first American astronaut to orbit earth; what government position did he later hold? ANSWERS Steps Stoops Rebuilt or Repaired Chimney Rebuilt or Repaired House Foundation Leaks Repaired All Basement Repairs Chimney Inspection Drainage Masonry Repairs Window Installation & Repairs Drywall & Carpentry Waterproofing 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 Wang, Jiayu BUYER2 SELLER1 Wan, Junhua SELLER2 ADDRESS 12 Woodland St #26 Everett CITY DATE 01.08.25 PRICE 259900 Your Hometown News Delivered! EVERETT ADVOCATE MALDEN ADVOCATE REVERE ADVOCATE SAUGUS ADVOCATE One year subscription to The Advocate of your choice: $200 per paper in-town per year or $225 per paper out-of-town per year. Name_________________________________________ Address_______________________________________ City_______________ State_______ Zip ____________ CC# _______________________________ Exp. _____ Sec. code____ Advocate (City):___________________ Clip & Mail Coupon with Credit Card, Check or Money Order to: Advocate Newspapers Inc. PO Box 490407, Everett, MA 02149 1. Pygmalion 2. “Crazy Rich Asians” 3. He was a millionaire son of a San Francisco sugar tycoon and was 20 years older than her. 4. Dogsled 5. Worcester 6. Avocado 7. King Tutankhamun 8. Hugs and kisses 9. “Moby Dick” 10. New England Confectionery Company (NECCO) 11. J.M. Barrie 12. Donkey 13. Elvis Presley 14. Mead 15. Cow 16. Texas 17. Fidel Castro (brother Raúl) 18. Dorchester (Baker Chocolate Company) 19. King Charles III (waited 70 years, 214 days) 20. U.S. Senator

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