BEACON | FROM PAGE 20 “This proposal was filed by request of a constituent,” said sponsor Rep. Jeff Turco (D-Winthrop). “Many senior citizens do not use a smart phone and therefore do not have access to digital coupons and as a result they pay higher prices at the register. This legislation would apply all applicable digital coupons automatically to our seniors.” REVIVE “HAPPY HOURS” (S 157) – Would allow cities and towns to permit restaurants that are licensed to serve alcohol to off er discounted prices on alcoholic beverages during dates and time periods specifi ed by the city or town. The measure prohibits any alcohol from being discounted after 10 p.m. Under current law, passed in 1984, restaurants have been prohibited from holding “happy hours” during which some alcoholic drinks are free or the price is reduced. The 1984 law was sparked by the September 1983 death of Kathleen Barry, a 20-year-old from Weymouth, when Barry and her friend won free pitchers of beer at a Braintree Ground Round. After leaving the bar, Barry and a 1. On Feb. 16, 1905, in Boston, the fi rst U.S. Esperanto club was organized; what is Esperanto? 2. What is a croque monsieur (literally “crunch sir”)? 3. What U.S. president (with the same middle name as the name of a Massachusetts city) after being president served in Congress and had a stroke in the House Chamber? 4. On Feb. 17, 1933, whom did comic strip character Blondie Boopadoop marry? 5. Who is the youngest Time Person of the Year (2019)? 6. Why did Saudi Arabia, which has prohibited alcohol since 1952, recently open an alcohol store for non-Muslim diplomats? 7. What U.S. president was the fi rst to be sworn in with his nickname? 8. On Feb. 18, 1930, Elm Farm Ollie became the fi rst cow to fl y in a plane; what happened to the milk she produced during the fl ight? 9. What is known as the “Big Muddy”? 10. In the early 1900s, which U.S. president pushed for reform of football instead of abolishing it altogether? 11. On Feb. 19, 1947, rescuers reached what group trapped in the Sierra Nevada mountains? 12. What local sports team has a mascot named, Slyde the Fox? 13. What businesses was Madam C.J. Walker in (she was an early African American female millionaire reported on by Guinness World Records recently)? 14. On Feb. 20, 1972, who became the fi rst astronaut to orbit earth? 15. What U.S. president was a Rhodes Scholar? 16. What is a monobob? 17. On Feb. 21, 1893, Spanish musician Andrés Segovia was born; he popularized what musical instrument? 18. In what city is the Ginza Line, which is Asia’s oldest subway? 19. Who won the fi rst World Series baseball in 1903? 20. February 22 is National Chili Day; Texas’ offi cial dish is chili; what humorist from Oklahoma said Texas chili is “the bowl of blessedness”? ANSWERS friend climbed on top of a drunk friend’s car for a ride around a Braintree parking lot and Barry fell under the car and was dragged 50 feet to her death. “Much has changed in Massachusetts since a happy hour ban was enacted in 1984,” said sponsor Sen. Julian Cyr (D-Truro). “The drinking age has long been settled at 21, stiff penalties have been established to deter drunk driving and ride hailing apps have become a popular way to safely get around on a night out. While alcohol-related off enses decline across the country and little compelling evidence exists linking happy hour with higher rates of alcohol-related DUIs, Massachusetts remains the last state in the country to have an absolute ban on happy hour. Cyr continued, “In the aftermath of COVID-19 and advent of remote work, happy hour is a tool that can help revitalize main streets and downtowns struggling for foot traffi c. This legislation empowers municipalities to determine if they want to allow local restaurants to off er happy hour specials and decide if it is the right choice for their community.” LEGAL NOTICE City of Everett PLANNING BOARD 484 BROADWAY EVERETT, MA 02149 THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, FEbRuARy 16, 2024 RE-SIGNING LEASES (H 264) – Would prohibit landlords from requiring their tenants to re-sign a lease more than three months in advance of the termination of their current lease. “I fi led this legislation in response to complaints I heard from tenants who are being unfairly required to re-sign their lease only a few months into their current lease,” said sponsor Rep. Tackey Chan (D-Quincy). “Tenants are being forced to make decisions about their housing situation more than six months in advance and are fi - nancially penalized when they cannot commit.” QUOTABLE QUOTES “Because of a successful vaccination campaign that eff ectively Page 21 eliminated measles in the United States in 2000, many people may not be aware that measles, which is transmitted via exposure to contact with airborne droplets, is highly contagious and can lead to serious and life-threatening complications. Children and those with compromised immune systems are especially at risk.” ---Statement from the Massachusetts Medical Society on reported cases of measles in Europe and at least six states and potential exposures at two large United States airports and reminding all patients in the state to do their part to protect themselves and their communities from contracting and spreading measles. “Successful, evidence-based reentry programs are essential to preventing recidivism and improving outcomes for young adults who are involved in the criminal justice system. These programs help ensure they have the tools and resources needed to make sustainable, positive life changes. This funding is an investment in meaningful, second-chance opportunities.” ---Gov. Maura Healey announcing nearly $6.5 million in grants to support nonprofi ts, working in partnership with the Massachusetts Department of Correction and Sheriffs’ Offices, to provide reentry services for 18- to 25-yearolds returning from incarceration. “Many Massachusetts drivBEACON | SEE PAGE 23 LEGAL NOTICE EVERETT PLANNING BOARD PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE PUBLIC HEARING FOR PROPOSED ZONING ORDINANCE AMENDMENT: REDUCE THE LEAD TIME REQUIRED TO ADVERTISE A CITY COUNCIL PUBLIC HEARING ON A PROPOSED ZONING ORDINANCE AMENDMENT FROM AT LEAST THIRTY (30) DAYS BEFORE THE DATE OF THE HEARING TO AT LEAST FOURTEEN (14) DAYS BEFORE THE DATE OF THE HEARING In accordance with M.G.L. Chapter 40A, Section 5 and Section 12 of the City of Everett Zoning Ordinance (Revised Ordinances, Appendix A), the Everett Planning Board shall conduct the required public hearing for a submitted zoning ordinance. Said public hearing shall be held during a regular meeting of the Planning Board, scheduled on Monday, March 4, 2024 at 6:00PM in the Speaker George Keverian Room at Everett City Hall, Third Floor, 484 Broadway, Everett, MA 02149. A copy of the proposed zoning amendment is 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.com449/ Planning-Board 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 the virtual hearing designated above in accordance with the information for public participation that will be included on the Agenda of the meeting that will be posted in accordance with the Open Meeting Law under Planning Board at: 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 16, 23, 2023 1. A made-up language based on common words in the main European languages 2. A cooked ham and cheese sandwich that often has egg batter and béchamel sauce 3. John Quincy Adams 4. Dagwood Bumstead 5. Greta Thunberg 6. To “counter the illicit trade of alcohol goods” 7. Jimmy Carter 8. Paper containers of it were dropped by parachute to spectators. 9. Missouri River 10. Theodore Roosevelt 11. The Donner Party pioneers 12. The New England Revolution soccer team 13. Beauty culture and real estate 14. John Glenn 15. Bill Clinton 16. A one-person bobsled 17. Guitar 18. Tokyo 19. The Boston Americans 20. Will Rogers
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