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EV Vol. 32, No.7 -FREEEVE ER TT Stories in 7 Languages: Subscribe to Advocate Online! ADDOCCO TEAT www.advocatenews.net Free Every Friday 617-387-2200 Friday, February 17, 2023 Carlo DeMaria, Jr. vs. Everett Leader Herald, Sergio Cornelio, Joshua Resnek, Matthew Philbin and Andrew Philbin, Sr. New Year – Same Problems; Leader-Herald Newspaper Owner Faces Further Questions By James Mitchell E verett Leader Herald owner Matthew Philbin awaits another day of deposition after his recent deposition with attorneys for Mayor Carlo DeMaria on January 18, 2023, at the Boston law offi ces of Saul Ewing Arnstein & Lehr LLP was cut short. Philbin, along with his Attorney, Kevin Polansky, answered questions posed by Atty. Jeffrey Robbins, the mayor’s lead attorney in the lawsuit which began back in 2022. In 2022, the court ruled that the lawsuit can be expanded back to 2017 following evidence presented by DeMaria’s attorneys of defamatory articles published about DeMaria dating back years. Philbin’s testimony shed light on the newspaper’s dire fi nances when he admitted to needing to fund the newspaper out of pocket as the free weekly newspaper could not draw advertising revenue to even come close to paying the paRESNEK | SEE PAGE 9 Animal breeding advocates seek City Council support Honor and Respect. We’ll be closed Monday, February 20th in observance of the holiday. You can access your accounts using our ATMs and Online & Mobile Banking. Thank you! By Tara Vocino D uring Monday ’s City Council meeting at City Hall, animal advocates asked for city councillors to regulate animal breeding to help reduce unwanted and abandoned animals. Ward 5 Councillor Vivian Nguyen proposed an ordinance to regulate animal breeding. Sweet Paws Rescue Founder Cynthia Sweet said that in the state of Massachusetts there’s no oversight for animal breeding. However, as a ANIMAL | SEE PAGE 7 SINCE 1921 Messinger Insurance Agency 475 Broadway Everett, MA 02149 Phone: 617-387-2700 Fax: 617-387-7753 NEW COMPETITIVE AUTO RATES AND BENEFITS AVAILABLE  ACCIDENT FORGIVENESS  DISAPPEARING COLLISION DEDUCTIBLE  11% DISCOUNT WITH SUPPORTING POLICY  10% COMBINED PAY IN FULL DISCOUNT AND GREEN DISCOUNT  10% GOOD STUDENT DISCOUNT Celebrating 100 years of excellence! Monday thru Friday: 8am to 6pm Saturdays 9am to 1pm! Check out our NEW website! www.messingerinsurance.com Senator Sal DiDomenico hosted Everett High School student Sushant Shrestha, Sushant’s father and his art teacher, Cari DiCicco, at his State House office. DiDomenico recently purchased Sushant’s artwork at a silent auction held at the high school and told him that they would hang it in his offi ce. The group had a great time touring the Senate Chamber and the State House. Now, everyone who visits Senator DiDomenico’s offi ce will be able to see Sushant’s amazing, pigmented charcoal drawing. Pictured, Senator Sal DiDomenico with EHS Art Teacher Cari DiCicco, student/artist Sushant Shrestha and Sushant’s father at the State House. The city’s Animal Control Offi cer, Stacia Gorgone, asked the City Council to regulate animal breeding to save innocent animals, like Pepper (shown). DiDomenico hosts Everett High School student’s artwork

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THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, FEbRuARy 17, 2023 ~ Editorial ~ Page 3 It’s not only about truth – it’s about common decency U By James Mitchell nless you’ve been living in a cave the past couple of years, it’s hard not to take notice of the attention by the national media of the ongoing defamation lawsuit by Mayor Carlo DeMaria against the owner and publisher of the Everett Leader Herald, which has taken new life on the national stage. Over the past few weeks, Boston Magazine, as well as the New York Post, have picked up the story covered by this newspaper of the Leader Herald’s malicious intent to defame and destroy a public person’s life by publishing sickening news stories and revolting editorials – literally defi ning the term “fake news” – from 2018 to 2022. The newspaper’s owner, Matthew Philbin, and its corrupt Publisher & Editor, Joshua Resnek, have admitted to fabricating stories and publishing lies, from making up quotes by sources to creating notes after the fact, all the while lying during their depositions. Resnek, who has been described by the New York Post as a “muckraking” journalist, has admitted to writing and creating what he called “BS” in stories about Mayor DeMaria. Philbin, in his Jan. 18, 2023, deposition, stated that he off ered no help in editing and approving the stories, but would then, after being shown his emails with Resnek, admit doing just that, in order to destroy the mayor’s chances of reelection in 2021. Thankfully, good triumphed over evil and the mayor won – but not after facing absolute cruelty and hate from Philbin and Resnek. When the two miscreants were asked by the mayor’s attorney if they knew the damage their articles could cause – publishing such vile verbiage week after week, year after year, knowing that the mayor had a family, including a wife and three children as well as elderly parents – they admitted they thought nothing about it. In 1950, during the communist scare created by the late U.S. Senator Joseph McCarthy, McCarthy held what has been called the “McCarthy hearings,” which focused on innocent Americans, including many in the fi lm industry, accusing them of being communists. Joseph Nye Welch, a lawyer and actor who served as the chief counsel for the U.S. Army while it was under investigation for communist activities by McCarthy’s Senate subcommittee, confronted McCarthy during the hearings when he asked him, “You’ve done enough. Have you no sense of decency, sir, at long last? Have you left no sense of decency?” Philbin and Resnek obviously had none given their testimony and the evidence that was presented during their depositions; they gave no quarter to DeMaria and his family, accusing the mayor of criminal and immoral behavior and racism. The decrepit duo, especially Resnek, would call school offi cials of color, new to the city, and make false accusations about the mayor so as to incite hate and division in the city after publishing their hatred week after week. Sadly, there are still a few bad actors, paid and prodded by certain individuals who crave what Philbin sought with his malicious publication: power and greed. I have a feeling their time will come as well when they, too, will have to answer for their corrupt and hateful practices. As in the outcome of the 2021 election, the citizens of Everett saw through their lies and corruption. The Leader Herald, what once was called the “paper of record” in the city – is just a pathetic shell of itself as the spotlight grows ever larger on the corrupt owner and publisher. The damage is done – and Philbin and his lackey will have to live with themselves and the damage they caused, not only to the mayor and his family, but to the people of Everett. Maybe then they will rediscover a sense of decency. Everett student named to Cambridge Matignon School’s Second Quarter Honor Roll T he Cambridge Matignon School announced the students who were named to the Second Quarter Honor Roll of the 2022-2023 academic year. An Everett resident, twelfth grader David Genium, achieved the Honors List. To achieve Honors, students must achieve all B- grades or above. The Cambridge Matignon School is an independent, co-educational college preparatory school in the Catholic educational tradition located in the global academic capital of Cambridge, Mass.

Page 4 THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, FEbRuARy 17, 2023 Malden-based Bread of Life hosts Backpack Nutrition Program and weekly food distribution for Everett families B $3.65 GALLON We accept: MasterCard * Visa * & Discover Price Subject to Change without notice 100 Gal. Min. 24 Hr. Service 781-286-2602 read of Life, which is headquartered in Malden, runs a Backpack Nutrition Program and a weekly mobile market/ food distribution for Everett families. “Each month we supply a backpack filled with nutritious snacks and food for Everett students,” Bread of Life Development Director Patty Kelly said. “This eff ort is in collaboration with Everett school offi cials.” To date, nearly 7,000 backpacks have been distributed to Everett students, and the need is growing. Nutrition Program, Bread of Life also runs a mobile market/food distribution for Everett residents each Thursday, operating out of the Lafayette School. More than 100 families per week receive groceries and other items from Bread of Life’s Mobile Market. This program continues to grow to serve more families. According to Bread of Life Executive Director Gabriella Snyder Stelmack, the Everett Backpack Nutrition Program provides 240 backpacks of food per month to students of the Lafayette, Whittier and Parlin Schools, as well as the high-needs students group. The bags are distributed by school principals and staff, who identify each month the students who are most in need of food assistance. A teacher in the Everett Public Schools English Learner Department said about the backpack program: “Kids will never tell you that they need food or they’re hungry. They’re too ashamed. The backpacks are a great solution. They can say, ‘Can I have a snack bag? I love those chips.’ But they can actually make meals from the contents. It has cereal, milk, raisins, juice, crackers, tuna, peanut butter, fruit cup, Chef Boy-Ar-Dee, Cup of Soup. One 12-year-old student confi ded to the teacher that she couldn’t get supper at home regularly because her mom worked late. The backpacks supplied her supper.” Research has shown that Everett Little League registration is open for the season. By Tara Vocino In addition to the Backpack poor nutrition is linked to increased illness and impairs concentration, learning and school performance of children. Each backpack that they in Melrose and the Everett Citizens Foundation. Everett CDBG funds will enable them to continue to provide this nutrition for low- and moderate-income students. Some additional info: · Each backpack weighs 6.5 pounds · Food donations always needed and appreciated · String backpacks always needed (34x 43 cm/13.39 x 16.93 inches) · Monetary donations always appreciated · The program currently serves Everett students. Bread of Life is hoping to expand to Malden, pending need and funding. Bread of Life Backpack CoAn array of the backpacks and food items that are distributed to needy Everett students and families. (Courtesy photo, Bread Of Life Development Director Patty Kelly) distribute contains items such as: small cartons of milk and juice, single-serving boxes of cereal, raisins, granola bars, pretzels or chips, applesauce or fruit cups, cans of ravioli, cup of soup, peanut butter, crackers, tuna-to-go pouches, bottled water, hot cocoa mix, candy, nuts, microwave popcorn, plastic cutlery. Nonfood items they provide for the school staff to distribute at their discretion include such things as new blankets, gloves, hats, socks, hand warmers, tissues, toothpaste, toothbrushes, dental fl oss, mouthwash, bar soap, deodorant, shampoo, feminine hygiene products, body powder, pencils, notebooks, laundry detergent, bath towels and washcloths. Since this program began in November 2019, it has distributed more than 8,000 backpacks. The program has received funding in the past from The Foundation Trust ordinator Brandon King said they deliver backpacks to schools, and school officials distribute backpacks, as they feel necessary. He added that healthy nutrition is imperative to school performance. “No child should have to worry about food or where their next meal is coming from,” King said. “One of the main keys to learning is being well nourished.” Back in 2019 when he was the coordinator for Bread of Life’s Everett pantry, Teri O’Brien was doing community outreach at the high school, and the principal explained that there were around 100 students there that were couch surfing, living out of cars or homeless and were struggling with food insecurity. “We wanted to distribute food to these kids, and our top priority was to do it in a way that helped maintain their dignity,” King said. “We ultimately decided on backpacks, as it is a convenient and discreet way for the kids to take the food with them.” Although O’Brien passed away, the program continues in her honor. Need a hall for your special event? 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THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, FEbRuARy 17, 2023 Page 5 Former Everett Superintendent of Schools Forestiere pleads guilty to additional charges this week Receives additional sentence, suspended for one year, on two more indecent assault charges Advocate Staff Report F ormer Everett Superintendent of Schools Frederick F. Forestiere, who was convicted last week of indecent assault and battery and sentenced to jail time for inappropriately touching an employee in his offi ce, pleaded guilty to additional charges in Malden District Court on Wednesday. Forestiere, 79, who served as Everett Superintendent for nearly 30 years, from 19892018, entered a guilty plea on Wednesday to two additional counts of indecent assault and battery, according to a statement from the offi ce of Middlesex District Attorney Marian Ryan. The additional charges, dating back to 2015, involved two former female employees whom he supervised at the time, a 47-year-old woman and a 64-year-old woman. On Wednesday, Judge Emily Karstetter sentenced Forestiere to 18 months in jail on those charges, with that sentence suspended for one year. Last week, following a threeday trial, Forestiere was found guilty of indecently assaulting a then 41-year-old female victim, an Everett Public Schools employee at the time, multiple times in 2017 and 2018. Forestiere was sentenced on Feb. 9 to 18 months in jail with 90 days to serve and the balance suspended for two years. He must also register as a sex off ender. He was also ordered Calendar of Events at the Everett Public Libraries 2/20/23 - 2/25/23 Parlin Adults and Teens Meditation Parlin Meeting Room. Tuesday and Thursday, February 21st and 23rd at 12:15 pm. Take a quick lunch break with Nurse Joanne. Please call 617-394-2300 if you have any questions. No registration required. Yarn Club Parlin Fireplace Room. Tuesday, February 21st at 3pm. 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! Bingo! Parlin Meeting Room. Wednesday, February 22nd at 12:00 pm. Can’t get enough Bingo? Join us for our Bingo afternoon! Prizes awarded. We have space for 12 people. Please join us. If you have any questions, call (617) 394 2300. Parlin Children Crafts for Kids. Parlin Children’s Room. Tuesday, February 21st at 2pm. We will be making a Penguin shaped door hanger for hats! All kids ages 3 and up are welcome; please come and join the fun! Registration is required. Sign up online or at the Parlin Children’s desk. Crafts Free For All! Parlin Children’s Room. Wednesday through Friday, February 22nd-24th at 2pm. We will be making a variety of crafts for kids on a break from school! All kids ages 3 and up are welAUTOTECH DRIVE IT - PUSH IT - TOW IT! Cold Hard Cash for Your Vehicle! RIVE IT - PUSH IT - TOW IT $$ CASH FOR YOUR CAR, TRUCK OR SUV! $$ GET YOUR VEHICLE SPRING READY! Our Spring Service includes: • Complete Safety Check • AC Check • Engine Light Check • Suspension Check with Oil Change Special Only $79.95 2012 SMART CAR CABRIOLET Convertible, Excellent Condition, Deluxe Package, Heated Seats, Most Power Options, Clean Title, Only 81K Miles! TRADES WELCOME! $9,900 Easy Financing Available! (Most vehicles. Restrictions apply) 2013 KIA SOUL Loaded with Power Options, Sun Roof, Heated Seats, Remote Starter, Clean Title, Only 86K Miles! TRADES WELCOME! $8,995 (781) 321-8841 • (617) 571-9869 1236 EasternAve • Malden EddiesAutotech.com Vehicle! We Pay Cash For Your Residents of Malden, Medford, Everett, Melrose, Stoneham, Winchester and Woburn: 18 Dartmouth Street, Malden, MA — 781.322.6284 APPLY TODAY! Last day to apply is April 30, 2023 Residents of Boston, Brookline, and Newton: 178 Tremont Street, Boston, MA — 617.357.6012 WE CAN HELP PAY YOUR HEATING BILLS! You may qualify for ABCD’s Fuel Assistance Program and be eligible for as much as $2,200 towards your heating costs (oil, gas, or electric). Maximum benefit is $2,200 Household of 1 = $42,411 Household of 2 = $55,461 Household of 3 = $68,511 Household of 4 = $81,561 Cold days are coming. ABCD’s got you covered. CALENDAR | SEE PAGE 7 to stay away from the victims and witnesses in this case and to stay away from Everett Public Schools and their events. come; please come and join the fun! Registration is required. Sign up online or at the

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THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, FEbRuARy 17, 2023 Page 7 ANIMAL | FROM PAGE 1 foster-based nonprofit, everything is highly regulated. Her nonprofit takes in abandoned, strays and owner-surrendered Everett dogs and pays for veterinary care and spay/neuter services. Everett Animal Control Officer Stacia Gorgone brought Pepper to the meeting, a dog that will cost close to $4,000 for her organization to care for – a blind dog inflicted with a tumor as a result of bad breeding, they said. “I hope you guys can think about the fact that regulating breeding in the city is really a no-brainer,” Sweet said. “If I’m highly regulated and I’m not making any profit, why aren’t they?” Sweet said they’re responsible for making sure animals are healthy before adopting them out. Gorgone said the state doesn’t have any regulations and that it’s a serious problem in all cities and towns. “How come people are taking innocent animals, like Pepper, breeding them, and there’s nothing I can do as a law enforcement animal control officer?” Gorgone asked. “I feel helpless.” Gorgone said she saw a woman raffling off puppies, and another woman breeding kittens to feed her snakes. CALENDAR | FROM PAGE 5 Parlin Children’s desk. Friday Family Movie Night! Parlin Meeting Room. Friday, February 24th at 3 pm we will be watching. Break out the popcorn! Come and watch The Land Before Time: The Great Valley Adventure with your friends and family. Shute Adults and Teens Resume Writing, Shute 425r Broadway, Saugus Located adjacent to Kohls Plaza Route 1 South in Saugus at the intersection of Walnut St. Sweet Paws Rescue Founder Cynthia Sweet asked for the City Council to require that breeders obtain licenses, to help decrease overcrowding in the animal population, during Monday’s City Council meeting at City Hall. “I know you all love animals,” Gorgone addressed City Council members. “But please help me to do my job better.” Gorgone said that when she reached out to a state official, she was told that rescue dogs were considered damaged goods and should be euthanized. She felt that breeding would be a more humane alternative. Nguyen, who volunteered at a cat shelter, said she’d like to require breeders to obtain a city license and have them undergo necessary training to make sure they meet minAdult Department. Do you need help sprucing up an old resume or creating a new one? Sign up for a thirty minute session at both the Parlin and Shute Libraries. By appointment only. Please call 617-394-2302 for the Parlin Library and 617-394-2308 for the Shute Library to register for an appointment. Computer Basics 101, Shute Adult Department. Not familiar with the computer? Learn the basics: how to start We are on MBTA Bus Route 429 781-231-1111 During Monday’s City Council meeting at City Hall, Ward 5 Councillor Vivian Nguyen proposed an ordinance to regulate animal breeding. (Advocate photos by Tara Vocino) imum standards of animal breeding set by the city. “It would help to eliminate animals in shelters – neglect and abuse,” Nguyen said. “The state has strict regulations for fostering, which leaves a significant gap.” Nguyen asked the city to step in by being one of the first cities to regulate breeding, setting a positive example for other cities to follow. She asked councillors to support the proposed ordinance. The matter was referred to the Council’s Legislative Affairs Subcommittee. 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. Please call 617-394-2302 for the Parlin Library and 617-3942308 for the Shute Library to register. We are a Skating Rink with Bowling Alleys, Arcade and two TV’s where the ball games are always on! PUBLIC SKATING SCHEDULE 12-8 p.m. Sunday Monday Tuesday $9.00 Price includes Roller Skates Rollerblades/inline skates $3.00 additional cost Private Parties 7:30-11 p.m. $10.00 Price includes Roller Skates Adult Night 18+ Only Wednesday Thursday Friday Everyone must pay admission after 6 p.m. Private Parties Private Parties 4-11 p.m. Saturday 12-11 p.m. $9.00 $9.00 Everyone must pay admission after 6 p.m. Sorry No Checks - ATM on site Roller skate rentals included in all prices Inline Skate Rentals $3.00 additional BIRTHDAY & PRIVATE PARTIES AVAILABLE www.roller-world.com Advocate Online: www.advocatenews.net Everett, MA 617-202-8259 * We work with most Fuel Assistance programs “We’re accepting new customers, no experience necessary” “Aceptamos Nuevos clientes no se necesita experiencia.” ~ Hablamos Española ~ 50 Gallon Minimum (Surcharge Applys) Major Credit Cards Accepted Scan our QR Code

Page 8 THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, FEbRuARy 17, 2023 City kicks off Black History Month celebrations Mayor Carlo DeMaria gathered alongside elected officials, community members and participants to kick off the City of Everett’s celebration of Black History Month with “Seeds. Roots. Branches: A Living History of Black Families in Everett” at the Parlin Memorial Library. One of the many displays showing Everett’s Black history. Special to The Advocate M Mayor Carlo DeMaria addresses the attendees gathered in the Parlin Library to kick off the exhibit, which will be available to all who visit the Library during regular hours until March 3. ayor Carlo DeMaria, alongside elected officials, community members and participants, kicked off the City of Everett’s celebration of Black History Month with “Seeds. Roots. Branches: A Living History of Black Families in Everett” at the Parlin Memorial Library. Attendees gathered at the Parlin Library and reminisced and learned so many wonderful facts about the deep and rich history of Everett’s Black residents, both past and present. The library was replete with photo collages, single photos and group photos showing amazing family moments and also milestone moments signifying some of the great contributions to our community and outstanding accomplishments made by Black residents of Everett throughout history. “The biggest takeaway for Attendees viewing one of the displays. me, after listening to the many wonderful speakers, was the fact that all of them, both personally and while speaking for other family members, were adamant that no matter where they currently reside, or where they may travel, Everett will always be their home and that they wouldn’t trade growing up here for anything,” said Mayor DeMaria. “Everett is where their roots are and will always remain.” Mayor DeMaria would like to thank the many contributors, who through their monumental effort, made the event a reality. Especially the family members who were on hand to elaborate and share their stories about the different gatherings and people depicted in the displays. All are welcome to visit the Parlin Memorial Library (410 Broadway) and enjoy the displays during their regular business hours. The exhibit will be up until March 3. Residents are encouraged to visit the City of Everett calendar on the City website at cityofeverett.com/calendar/ month/ and attend one or all the upcoming events celebrating Black History Month.

THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, FEbRuARy 17, 2023 Page 9 RESNEK | FROM PAGE 1 per’s expenses. Philbin, in his sworn testimony, stated that he hoped that his corrupt publisher/reporter Joshua Resnek would liven up the newspaper’s content in order to draw potential advertisers. Since purchasing the newspaper in 2017, Philbin stated, he hired Resnek to handle the fi nances for the company, Dorchester Publications LLC, (Everett Leader Herald), as well as write the content. He then claimed that he never kept track of the fi nances of the company – stating that he paid no attention to the newspaper’s finances from 2019 through 2021, stating that Resnek was in charge of that. “My question is, you’ve paid no attention to the income, the revenue that’s come into Dorchester Publications in 2019, 2020, 2021? That’s your testimony?” asked the attorney. “You have to be more specific,” replied Philbin. “I can’t be,” stated Robbins. Asked if he knew the defi nitions of “money” and “revenue”, Philbin admitted that he did, providing his defi nition. When he was asked once again if he kept track of the revenue that was coming into Dorchester Publications in 2019, Philbin testifi ed that he “looked at it” – just like he admitted to doing in 2020, 2021 and 2022. Philbin responded in kind to tracking the expenses and net income from 2019 through 2022 as well. When asked about the newspaper hemorrhaging money since almost the entire time he’s owned it, Philbin admitted that the newspaper lost approximately $50,000-$75,000 per or even more. His best estimate for 2019 and 2022, according to Philbin: It might have lost closer to $100,000. “So, by my rough calculation, it has lost about somewhere between 4 and $500,000 between 2018 and the end of 2022; correct?” asked Robbins. “Yeah, in around there,” replied Philbin. Philbin admitted that he personally had to cover the loss of approximately half a million dollars out of his own pocket since 2018 in order to keep the newspaper running. “So you knew that it was losing money every month, correct?” asked Robbins. “Yes,” replied Philbin. “And every month, in fact, you had to provide the funds to pay the expenses out of your own personal pocket, correct?” “Yes,” replied Philbin. Philbin, when asked if he knew the gross revenues and expenses for the newspaper from 2018 to 2021, stated that he didn’t remember. When asked for an approximate percentage of the newspaper’s expenses he paid in 2018, Philbin stated he didn’t know but did admit, once again, that the expenses were paid for with his own personal funds. Philbin claimed that Resnek kept track of the expenses and revenue for the newspaper company, from which he would receive reports. He also stated, that the bookkeeper kept track through QuickBooks. Philbin then testifi ed that his former employee, Elena Vega would keep track of the thousands of dollars he would use to help fund the newspaper, reporting to him directly. Atty. Robbins asked Philbin if he was aware of any cash being used to fund the newspaper. Philbin stated that there could have been cash, along with checks “that would come in through the front door.” Philbin again was asked if he was aware that Resnek was soliciting cash for the newspaper or that there was any plan to generate cash infusions, which he would deny, but then he admitted to receiving an email about how Resnek was going to raise money and increase advertising and cut costs. Resnek provided Philbin a plan to obtain thousands of dollars to cover the printing and delivery of the newspapers leading up to the 2021 election. Resnek said that he had three persons, Mr. A, Mr. B and Mr. C, who would bank roll the newspaper at $5,000 apiece. In an email to a friend, Resnek said that he would meet a man in a Mercedes-Benz at a Main Street restaurant and pickup thousands of dollars in cash from someone who supported the mayor’s challenger, Fred Capone. According to Philbin, as advertising revenue continually declined, especially during the Covid pandemic, he applied for and received for two Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) loans in 2020 and 2021, totaling approximately $20,000, which was forgiven by the government. Philbin stated that he used the money to meet the newspaper’s expenses. “And I assume that when you told the government that you needed taxpayers’ money to help keep the newspaper afl oat, you were telling the truth; right?” asked Robbins. “Yes,” replied Philbin, who admitted to signing the application for the two PPP loans. Atty. Robbins asked if the loan was used to pay the rent at the Church Street offi ce; Philbin stated that he couldn’t recall and that it could have been for publishing the newspaper. Philbin, along with his brother, Andrew Philbin, Jr., are the owners of the Church Street building where the newspaper offi ce is located, along with apartments, under the name Philbin Realty Group. Philbin said he couldn’t recall the cost and number of copies that were printed each week as he left that up to Resnek, although he agreed that if the number of copies went up that the costs would go up and he would have to fi nd the money to pay for the increase. “And you were having trouble funding the printing and the delivery of newspapers at a static level in 2020 and 2021. Fair to say?” asked the attorney. “I guess that’s fair to say,” he said. Philbin would then cut back on staffi ng, from his VP of Operations, Elena Vega, who stated that the Leader Herald was not a real newspaper, to his executive secretary. Philbin would continue to pay his wife her $90K salary despite her not being present at the offi ce, according to one of his former staff members. The newspaper’s former photographer and graphic designer, James Mahoney, testified in his deposition that Philbin was in complete control over the newspaper’s content, editing and final edits. According to Mahoney, once Philbin approved the fi nal draft, it was sent to the printers. “Did Mr. Resnek ever suggest to you that Mr. Philbin’s approval of the newspaper was not necessary?” asked Atty. Robbins. “Never to my recollection. I have fairly distinct memories of that time frame of Mr. Resnek always saying, hang on, you know, Mr. Philbin needs to see it,” said Mahoney. Mahoney was shown complaint exhibits where Philbin denies any involvement “in the reviewing, editing or approving the alleged defamatory statements” in the newspaper’s publication. “It appears not to be a true statement,” stated Mahoney. On numerous occasions during his testimony, Mahoney stated that Philbin was always involved in the matters of the newspaper’s production, from the editing and proofi ng of the articles to the final drafts of the complete edition before it went to press. Philbin is expected to appear again for his next deposition in the near future. FREE STUFF! FREE STUFF! Free Yard Sale Giveaway Saturday, Feb. 18th 12 Noon - 5 PM 134 Cottage Street, Everett Everything Must Go - FREE! Chairs, Furniture, Metal, Wood, Tools, Garden Tools, etc! First Come, First Served!

Page 10 THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, FEbRuARy 17, 2023 Everett High School Crimson Tide Indoor Track Team Celebrates Senior Night with Alumni CRIMSON TIDE INDOOR TRACK: Pictured from left to right: First row: Patrick Bien-Aime, Pitt Joyce Emile, Fritzel Alexis, Fludjy Moise, Reklov Lageroy, Carlos Perez, Owen Beauvil, Captain Omar Marshall, Adail Costa Fernandes, Selma Moutaouakkil, Captains Ida Bittaye, Nyla Crowder and Samuel Desir-Mafouana, Angel Torres, Captain Shinay Aristhene, Matth Telson, Shishir Porkel and Aadit Manandhar; second row: Luc-Hashmir Paul, Victoria Macao, Isabella Abromowich, Jossycah Emmanuel, Nicole Brandao, Suzanne Maharjan, Makayla Alphonse, Zyelle Cannon, Darrynn Desrameaux, Captain Luca Jean Noel, Alex Velasco, Anthony Cooper, Juliana Edwards, Sophia Sousa, Samantha Exil, Daniel Ngo, Captain Layla Betancur-Cardona and Tiana Allen; third row: Assistant Coach Kukova, Leilani Ros-Morales, Ayelen Rodriguez, Devonnie Gomes-Walrond, Angelina Papa, Yasmine Laabadla, Milena Antoino, Jalen Jones, Kervens Joseph, Ronn-Darryl Pierre, Isabella Pimenta, Donald Michel, Yasseen Lila, Nilabhro Pal, Nischal Tamang and Sushant Shrestha; fourth row: Assistant Coach Hahesy, Khang Nguyen, Dawens Germain, Kayshaun Eveillard, Abraham Chaparro, Dennis Pizarro, Trevon Carrington, Victor Rosa, Jeremiah Quinones-Andre, Yelsa Garcia, Lais Antoino, Morayma Noze, Adoni Santos, Jason Stark, David Huezo-Erazo and Head Coach Jehu Cimea. Seniors, pictured from left to right: First row: Reklov Lageroy, Carlos Perez, Owen Beauvil, Captain Omar Marshall, Adail Costa Fernandes, Selma Moutaouakkil, Captains Ida Bittaye, Nyla Crowder and Samuel Desir-Mafouana and Aadit Manandhar; second row: Angel Torres, Pitt Joyce Emile, Captains Luca Jean Noel and Alex Velasco, Juliana Edwards, Sophia Sousa, Samantha Exil and Captain Shinay Aristhene; third row: Patrick Bien-Aime, Luc Hashmir Paul, Fritznel Alexis, Fludjy Moise, Matth Telson, Anthony Cooper, Daniel Ngo and Shishir Pokhrel. Track team members during last Thursday’s Varsity CoEd Track Senior Night at Everett High School, pictured from left to right: Front row: Angel Torres, Captain Omar Marshall, Alexander Velasco, Captain Ida Bittaye and Captain Nyla Crowder; back row: Nicole Brandao, Suzanne Maharjan, Captain Luca Jean Noel, Captain Shinay Aristhene, Captain Samuel Desir-Mafouana and Layla Betancur-Cardona. (Advocate photos by Tara Vocino) By Tara Vocino E verett High School Crimson Tide Varsity Co-Ed Indoor Track team members celebrated with alumni during last Thursday’s Senior Night in the Field House, running alongside the team in a meet.

THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, FEbRuARy 17, 2023 Page 11 Three Crimson Tide football players sign on with New England college teams Spotlight shines on Everett’s Ward, Raymond, Pereira, while firming up their futures By Joe McConnell I t’s the time of year where anxiety is replaced by relief for high school senior athletes throughout the country. They are asked to make that first critical decision in their lives to ascertain plans beyond graduation day in June. It all comes down to making that right college choice after years of working so hard to impress coaches and scouts on the next level. Last week, three Everett High School football players declared their college choice in front of Athletic Director Tammy Turner, Head Coach Robert DiLoreto and proud family members. Wide receiver Giacobbe Ward and offensive linemen Nick Raymond and Marcos Pereira were on center stage and in the spotlight after years of hard work that got them to this point. Ward and Raymond will remain teammates after deciding to suit up for the Bentley University Falcons in the fall, while Pereira is heading to Maine to play for the Colby College Mules in the New England Small College Athletic Conference (NESCAC). Afterwards, DiLoreto talked about these players and how their talents will translate into college football. “Giacobbe [Ward] is an extremely talented, hardworking young man. He possesses outstanding hands and always finds ways to get open on pass routes. We are excited to see Giacobbe land at Bentley,” said the veteran Everett head coach. And now, here’s his take on the guy who will continue to block for Ward in college. “Nick [Raymond] will make an immediate impact on the offensive line at Bentley,” DiLoreto said. “Nick was a three-year starter for us in Everett, which is an accomplishment in itself. He has tremendous footwork, and he is a very aggressive blocker.” DiLoreto was thrilled by Pereira’s college choice that will not only benefit him on the gridiron, but in the classroom, as well. “We are so proud that Marcos will be pursuing his education and football career at the prestigious Colby College,” he said. “Marcos was our quarterback protector this year at left tackle, and he did it with pride, passion and enthusiasm. He definitely has a very bright future ahead of him.” EHS Crimson Tide Football players, seated from left to right: Marcos Pereira (Colby College), Giacobbe Ward (Bentley University) and Nicholas Raymond (Bentley University) are shown during last week’s college signing at Everett High School. Pictured standing, from left to right: Everett Ward 4 School Committee member Mike Mangan, EHS Football Head Coach Rob DiLoreto and Superintendent of Schools Priya Tahiliani. Members of the EHS Crimson Tide football team gathered to celebrate the college signings of their teammates Marcos Pereira, Giacobbe Ward and Nicholas Raymond at EHS last week. Crimson Tide Sports Weekly Recap As Everett boys basketball gets ready for the postseason, hockey shoots for one more win to secure berth By Joe McConnell A fter officially qualifying for the Division 1 state tournament last week in a 57-39 win over Somerville, the Everett High School boys basketball team (10-5 in the Greater Boston League, 10-8 overall) dropped its next two games to non-league and ancient rival Cambridge at home, 59-45, before falling to Revere on Senior Night, 56-49. As of Feb. 14, Coach Stanley Chamblain’s team is the 49th seed in Division 1. Lynn English, the Greater Boston League’s top team at 17-0, is the 13th best team in the division. Malden (10-8) is right behind the Tide as the 50th best team.Lawrence (18-1), Catholic Memorial (16-2), Central Catholic (13-4), Franklin (151), Needham (15-1), Newton North (15-4), North High (16-2), North Andover (11-7), Beverly (13-5) and Xaverian Brothers (9-8) are the Top 10 Division 1 clubs. Boys hockey needs one more win to clinch berth The Everett boys co-op hockey team (4-5 in the Greater Boston League, 9-9 overall) needs just one more wins in their final three regular season games to secure a Division 3 state tournament berth. After losing to non-league Bedford in back-to-back games last week by scores of 4-1 and 5-1, REEM defeated St. Joseph’s Prep Wednesday night, 10-2. They will now take on non-league Taunton in a rematch Friday night (Feb. 17) at home in Everett on Senior Night, starting at 6 p.m., after losing to their South Shore counterparts last month, 6-2. League rival Somerville then comes to Everett for a 6 p.m. Monday night, before nonleague Northeast Voke closes out the regular season the next night at the same time. As of Feb. 14, the Tide is now the 40th ranked team in Division 3. Scituate (14-4-2) and Lynnfield (15-0-1) are the top two teams in the division with undefeated records.

Page 12 THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, FEbRuARy 17, 2023 Everett Falls to Revere, 56-49 at Home Everett’s Cleevance Erilus works to guard a player from Revere during Wednesday night’s game at Everett High School. #4 Steven Cordero of Everett works to keep the ball in play during their GBL match up with Revere Wednesday. Steven Cordero works to drive past a player from Revere during their game Wednesday night. Everett’s Allsin Desruisseaux works his way past a player from Revere to get to the basket. The Tide’s Kevin Ruiz on the tip off Wednesday night against Revere. Everett’s Kevin Ruiz in basket territory as two players from Revere come from either side working to block Ruiz. Allsin Desruisseaux goes for a basket as a player from Revere falls to the court during Wednesday night’s GBL match up. Everett’s David De Souza goes up for a basket as a player from Revere comes in for the block.

THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, FEbRuARy 17, 2023 Page 13 Everett Falls to Revere, 56-49 at Home Starting for Everett senior, #22 Adam Penaflor. Starting for Everett, senior, #3 Alex Callejas Portillo. Starting for Everett, senior, #10 Anderson Joseph. Starting for Everett, senior, #1 Kamarri Ellerbe. Leison Ruiz of Everett takes a foul shot Wednesday night during the GBL game with Revere. Everett’s David De Souza drives in the paint as a player from Revere moves in. Starting for Everett, senior captain, #32 Kevin Ruiz David De Souza of Everett with the during Wednesday night’s game with Revere. Everett’s Kevin Ruiz goes to the basket as a player from Revere moves in for the block. Everett’s Steven Cordero on the drive for the Crimson Wednesday night during their game with Revere. Crimson Tide fans cheer on the home team during the GBL match up with Revere. Tide Head Coach Stanley Chamblain looks on during the Crimson’s GBL match up with Revere Wednesday night. (Advocate photos by Emily Harney)

Page 14 THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, FEbRuARy 17, 2023 package,” said Senate President Karen Spilka (D-Ashland). Beacon Hill Roll Call By Bob Katzen 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 selected by widely acclaimed and highly experienced writers Keith Regan and Matt Murphy who introduce each article in their own clever and inimitable way. 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://lp.constantcontactpages.com/su/aPTLucK THE HOUSE AND SENATE: Beacon Hill Roll Call records local senators’ votes on roll calls from the week of February 6-10, 2023. There were no roll calls in the House last week. ADOPT SENATE RULES (S 17) Senate 37-1, approved the set of rules by which the Senate will operate during the 2023-2024 session. Key rules include continuing the option, implemented during the COVID-19 pandemic, which allows senators to participate, debate and vote remotely in Senate sessions, at their owns discretion, from their homes or offices; allowing legislators and citizens to testify at hearings in person or from their home or other remote location; and requiring Senate committee votes to be posted on the Legislature’s website. “The rules package released today takes the lessons learned during this unprecedented time and incorporates them into the Senate’s practices and procedures,” said Sen. Joan Lovely (D-Salem), Chair of the Temporary Senate Committee on Rules. “By continuing remote participation options for hearings, publishing committee votes and allowing public access to testimony, we can create better pathways for people across our commonwealth to access and participate in state government.” “I am proud of the Senate for its commitment to increased transparency, inclusivity and equity as reflected in this rules “We have learned the lessons of the COVID-19 pandemic, and this rules package ensures that operations in the Senate continue to reflect the reality of work and civic engagement in the digital age.” “The Massachusetts Senate must be a place of transparency and accountability,” said Sen. Ryan Fattman (R-Sutton), the lone opponent of the rules package. “The people we represent deserve that type of Senate and our reform amendments demand that type of Senate. Showing up to vote, in-person, doing the people’s business during the light of day, stopping lobbying by those who corrupted the public’s trust and providing transparency in how a senator votes are reforms that can restore good governance to the Massachusetts Senate.” (A “Yes” vote is for the rules package. A “No” vote is against it.) Sen. Sal DiDomenico Yes REQUIRE A TWO-THIRDS VOTE TO GO BEYOND 10 P.M. (S 17) Senate 4-34, rejected an amendment that would require a two-thirds vote for the Senate to continue any session beyond 10 p.m. This would be in addition to a current Senate rule that requires a two-thirds vote to continue a session beyond 8 p.m. and a two-thirds vote to continue a session beyond midnight. Amendment supporters said requiring the two-thirds vote will ensure that late-night sessions between 10 p.m. and midnight when legislators are tired and many citizens are already sleeping do not become the norm but are allowed only when a vast majority of senators favor it. Amendment opponents said the current rules requiring a two-thirds vote to go beyond 8 p.m. and another twothirds vote to go beyond midnight are sufficient and argued there is no need to add another layer. (A “Yes” vote is for requiring a two-thirds vote to go beyond 10 p.m. A “No” vote is against it.) Sen. Sal DiDomenico No REQUIRE UNANIMOUS VOTE TO GO BEYOND MIDNIGHT (S 17) Senate 4-34, rejected an amendment that would require a unanimous vote for the Senate to continue any session beyond midnight. Current Senate rules require a two-thirds vote to go beyond midnight. Amendment supporters said sessions after midnight, when taxpayers are sleeping, and some members are barely awake, are irresponsible and should only be held if 100 percent of the senators agree there is a major emergency. Amendment opponents said going beyond midnight currently is only done when there is an emergency. They said it is often impossible to get a unanimous vote on anything and argued it is not wise to give a single member the power to adjourn the Senate. (A “Yes” vote is for requiring a unanimous vote to go beyond midnight. A “No” vote is against requiring it.) Sen. Sal DiDomenico No REPEAL TERM LIMITS FOR THE SENATE PRESIDENT (S 17) Senate 32-6, approved an amendment that would repeal a current rule that limits the Senate president to eight years in that position. Sponsor Sen. Mike Rodrigues (D-Westport) said there are negative restrictions the term limit provision places on the Senate. “The governor’s office has no such limitation, the House removed term limits for the speaker’s office almost ten years ago and both minority leaders in the House and Senate are not subject to any limit on their term in office,” said Rodrigues. “You could say, in real terms, that we have de-facto term limits in place, as any candidate for Senate president must win re-election by their peers. With the commonwealth now finally emerging from three years of the COVID-19 pandemic, stability and continuity are paramount for the passage of pressing and long-overdue legislation stalled by three years of uncertainty.” “I just think it’s good to have that opportunity for change,” said Sen. John Keenan (D-Quincy). “We have it every two years when we elect the Senate president, but to know that every eight years, there’ll be a change and people can move to different committees, develop different areas of expertise—I think that’s quite valuable.” “The integrity of the Senate has always been my top priority as Senate president, and it is my honor to lead this body,” said Senate President Karen Spilka (D-Ashland). “The adoption of this amendment means that the Senate will be on equal footing with all the other branches of our government.” “Each elected official should be equally empowered to ensure everyday citizens have a voice in their Republic,” said Sen. Ryan Fattman (R-Sutton). “Term limits for the Senate President was passed in 1993 as a reform to prevent the centralization and homogenization of power after one Senate president held his position over the course of three different decades. Reversing this rule isn’t a step towards progress, it’s an unfortunate step back in time.” “By eliminating the term limit protection, the senate is allowing Sen. Karen Spilka to remain Senate President for life,” said Paul Craney, spokesman for the Mass Fiscal Alliance. “This type of absolute power will lead to corruption in the Massachusetts Legislature, it’s just a matter of time.” (A “Yes” vote is for repealing the 8-year term limit. A “No” vote is for the keeping the 8-year term limit.) Sen. Sal DiDomenico Yes LIMITED REMOTE VOTING (S 17) Senate 4-34, rejected an amendment that would allow a senator to participate in any Senate session remotely from their office, home or any other location only under certain circumstances. The amendment would replace a section that allows a senator to participate remotely without a specific reason. The circumstances under which a senators could participate remotely would include disability, illness, the need for a member to provide care for an immediate family member, pregnancy or childbirth of a member or said member’s spouse, domestic partner or partner. “The legislative process works best when members are present and interacting with one another during formal sessions,” said sponsor Sen. John Keenan (D-Quincy). Amendment opponents said the unlimited remote voting during the pandemic shows that that system worked well. They noted that the amendment does not include several other legitimate reasons including bad weather. They noted that it is time for the Senate to get into modern times and make permanent the rule allowing remote voting at the discretion of each senator. (A “Yes” vote is for the amendment allowing remote voting only in certain circumstances. A “No” vote is against the amendment and favors remote voting at the discretion of each member.) Sen. Sal DiDomenico No MORE TIME TO CONSIDER CONFERENCE COMMITTEE REPORTS (S 18) Senate 4-35, rejected an amendment that would change a current joint rule that requires any conference committee reports to be filed by 8 p.m. and not considered and debated until 17 hours later at 1 p.m. on the following day. The amendment would require the report to be filed by 5 p.m. and not considered and debate until 72 hours later. A conference committee report is a compromise version of legislation, drafted by a 6-member committee consisting of three House members and three senators, when the House and Senate approve different versions of a bill and each branch rejects the other’s version. Amendment supporters said that conference committee legislation is often lengthy and complicated. They argued that legislators should be given more time to read and understand it. They noted that the current 17 hours is actually a lot less than that because it does not account for legislators having to go home and go to sleep. Amendment opponents said that conference committee legislation is sometimes drafted near the end of a legislative year. They noted that the 72-hour rules might result in the legislation not being approved and sent to the governor. (A “Yes” vote is for allowing 72 hours. A “No” vote is against allowing 72 hours.) Sen. Sal DiDomenico No ALSO UP ON BEACON HILL More bills that have been proposed for consideration in the 2023-2024 session include: ALLOW LOW STAKES CARD GAMES AT SENIOR CENTERS (HD 171) – Would allow low stakes card games and other recreational games at senior centers. The bill would limit the amount of money contributed by a single player during the entire session to $5 and the winnings of a single player to $20. Games included are pitch, cribbage, mahjong, rummy, pinochle, canasta, dominoes, bridge and bingo. Supporters said that some senior centers have banned these games because under current law they are technically illegal and the centers fear legal repercussions. “It just makes sense to let these folks play card games,” said sponsor Rep. Angelo Puppolo (D-Springfield). “They aren’t high rollers who are looking to make money. They just want to play cards and recreational bingo with their friends and peers.” MENTAL HEALTH OF STUDENTS (HD 2208) – Adds mental health of students to the current list of physical illnesses that qualify as a legitimate reason for a student’s absence from school. Under the bill, students who are absent due to mental or behavioral health will also be offered the opportunity to meet with a certified school counselor upon returning to school but will not be required to do so. Rep. Carol Doherty (D-Taunton) sponsored the legislation that was originally initiated and backed by the Class of 2021 at Oliver Ames High School in Easton. “Mental health is just as important as physical health, BEACON | SEE PAGE 16

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Page 16 THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, FEbRuARy 17, 2023 BEACON | FROM PAGE 14 and our students deserve the same level of understanding and accommodation for mental health symptoms,” said Doherty. “This bill will help ensure that students who are struggling with mental health symptoms are not penalized, and that they receive the support they need to succeed in school. State government must rise to meet the needs of our students, especially as the COVID-19 pandemic laid bare the mental health crisis many face.” ALLOW NON-CITIZENS TO VOTE (HD 3946) – Would permit cities and towns to allow non-citizens over age 18 to vote in local municipal elections. The elections in which non-citizens could vote include an election for mayor, school committee, city council, town council, board of selectmen, select board elections, a school committee referendum and a local ballot referendum. “Non-citizen residents of Massachusetts are already participating deeply in civic life by attending parent-teacher conferences, working toward college degrees, donating their time for community projects, running local businesses, and of course, paying their taxes,” said sponsor Rep. Mike Connolly (D-Cambridge). “That is why I am proud to refi le this legislation to extend voting rights in municipal elections to noncitizen voters of the commonwealth.” A similar bill fi led by Connolly last year was shipped off to a study committee where bills are rarely actually studied and are essentially defeated. It is a way to kill a proposal without holding a vote on the bill itself. CREATE COVID-19 REMEMBRANCE DAY (HD 3281) – Would designate the fi rst Monday in March as COVID-19 Remembrance Day to honor and remember people who have died or suffered from COVID-19; the frontline and essential workers; and residents of the state who volunteered to support their neighbors and local communities. Co-sponsors Reps. Mindy Domb (D-Amherst) and Natalie Blais (D-Sunderland) did not respond to repeated requests by Beacon Hill Roll Call asking them why they sponsored the bill. A similar bill filed by the same duo died from inaction in the House last year after it had received a favorable report from the Committee on State Administration and Regulatory Oversight which recommended its passage. DECLARE RACISM AS A PUBLIC HEALTH CRISIS (HD 3703) – Would declare racism as a public health crisis and direct the Offi ce of Health Equity to develop policies to dismantle systemic racism impacting health and establish programs focused on the prevention and treatment of chronic diseases disproportionately impacting communities of color. Sponsor Rep. Jon Santiago (D-Boston), did not respond to repeated requests by Beacon Hill Roll Call asking him why he fi led the bill. DIVEST FROM COMPANIES THAT SELL FIREARMS OR AMMUNITION (HD 3225) Would require the state’s Pension Reserve Investment Management (PRIM) fund to divest state funds from companies that derive more than 15 percent of revenues from the sale or manufacturing of ammunition, fi rearms or fi rearm accessories used for civilian, non-military, non-police purposes. PRIM handles and pays retirement benefits to state employees and teachers. “When the treasurer’s Offi ce brought this bill to me for consideration, I thought it was important legislation for Massachusetts to reflect its values with its investments,” said sponsor Rep. Jay Livingston (D-Boston). “Massachusetts has enacted some of the strictest gun laws in the United States and has one of the lowest rates of gun violence as a result. The divestment proposed in this legislaBEACON | SEE PAGE 17 Sa nir Sa a y Senior Seni by Jim Miller Retiring Abroad? Tips and tools to help you make an informed decision Dear Savvy Senior, What are the key factors to consider when contemplating retiring abroad? My husband and I will soon be retiring and are interested in moving abroad to a country that’s cheaper and warmer than the U.S. Looking Ahead Dear Looking, Whatever your reasons for aspiring to retire abroad – a lower cost of living, a better climate or a desire for adventure – you need to do your homework and learn everything you can about the country you’re interested in because it’s not an easy move. Here are some diff erent tips and tools to help you make an informed decision. Researching Tools If you’re in the decision-making process of where to retire, InternationalLiving.com and LiveAndInvestOverseas.com are two excellent websites that provide articles, information and lists of the top retirement destinations abroad based on cost of living, climate, health care, housing, visas, infrastructure and more. Once you pick a country or LEGAL NOTICE EVERETT PLANNING BOARD PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE Public Hearing on an application by 445-455 Broadway Corp. Property located at: 445-455 Broadway Site Plan Review & Inclusionary Zoning Special Permit In accordance with the provisions of M.G.L Chapter 40A and with Sections 6, 19, and 32 of the Everett Zoning Ordinance, the Everett Planning Board will conduct a public hearing on Monday, March 6th at 6:00PM in the Speaker George Keverian Room (Room 37, Everett City Hall) to consider the above-listed application for Site Plan Review and Inclusionary Zoning Special Permit. This proposal calls for the demolition of a smaller existing building and a portion of the Everett Associates building on a lot totaling 20,774 sq. ft. to construct a 4-story, mixed-use structure containing twenty-five (25) units, five (5) of which are proposed to be designated as deed-restricted affordable, and twenty-two (22) parking spaces located on the ground level. 445455 Broadway is a parcel of land referenced by Assessors Department as L0-01-000001 and L0-01-000005. 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 17, 24, 2023 two that interest you, a smart move is to talk or network with some expats who have already made the move you’re thinking about making. They can give you tips and suggestions on many issues, as well as the advantages and disadvantages and day-to-day reality of living in a particular country. Facebook is a good resource for locating expat groups. But before committing, experts recommend visiting multiple times during different seasons to see whether you can envision yourself living there and not just exploring the place as a tourist. Here are some other factors you need to look into. Cost of living: Retiring abroad used to be seen as a surefire way to live beyond your means, and for many countries it still is. But depending on where you move, the U.S. dollar may not stretch as far as you think. To compare the cost of living in hundreds of cities and countries use Numbeo.com. Visa requirements: If you want to spend just part of the year living abroad or are willing to move from country to country, most countries off er a three or six-month tourist visa, which is easy to get. But if you want to set up permanent residence abroad you might have to jump over a few more hurdles depending on where you want to retire. To research visa requirements in the countries that interest you, visit VisaGuide.World. Health care: Most U.S. health insurance companies do not provide coverage outside the U.S., and neither does Medicare. Check with the embassy (see USembassy.gov) of your destination country to see how you can be covered as a foreign resident. Many countries provide government-sponsored health care that’s inexpensive, accessible and just as good as what you get in the states, or you may want to buy a policy through Medibroker.com or BupaGlobal.com. Also know that most people who retire abroad eventually return to the U.S., so experts recommend paying your Medicare Part B premiums. If you drop and resume Part B, or delay initial enrollment, you’ll pay a 10 percent premium penalty for every 12-month period you weren’t enrolled. Housing: Buying a home in a foreign country can be complicated, so it’s almost always better to rent fi rst until you’re sure you want to permanently reside there. Money matters: Opening or maintaining a bank account abroad can also be diffi - cult. You may have to establish a checking account with an institution that has international reach like Citibank or maintain a U.S. bank account that you can access online. Claiming your Social Security benefi ts, however, should not be a problem as they off er direct deposit to almost every country in the world. See SSA.gov/ international/payments.html. Taxes: You also need to research tax rules in your prospective countries and be aware that even if you’re living in another country, as a U.S. citizen you’ll still most likely need to fi le an annual U.S. tax return – see IRS.gov/pub/irs-pdf/ p54.pdf. 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

THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, FEbRuARy 17, 2023 Page 17 BEACON | FROM PAGE 16 tion would generate awareness of the dangers of firearms and send a clear message to gun violence victims and survivors everywhere that we stand with them by divesting from these firearm companies that have failed to demonstrate a willingness to engage with shareholders and address the safety of their products.” QUOTABLE QUOTES “My office will always advocate for consumers, especially when they are preyed on by a company that engages in unfair and unlawful business practices. We were able to hold Safe Home Security and its sister companies accountable for their alleged deceptive tactics, securing millions in debt relief for consumers, and we will continue to hold bad actors accountable.” ---Attorney General Andrea Campbell on her office’s $6.5 million settlement, including $4.7 million in debt relief, with a Connecticut-based home security services company to resolve allegations that the company violated state consumer protection laws by deceptively trapping Massachusetts consumers in long-term auto renewal contracts and engaging in illegal debt collection practices. “Every day I hear from families in my district who are facing eviction, rent increases and housing instability. I am committed to using every tool available to address the housing crisis, deliver immediate relief to families in need and to work collaboratively to create a system that makes housing truly affordable for all.” ---Sen. Lydia Edwards who, along with Rep. Mike ConnolBEACON | SEE PAGE 19 OBITUARY Frank S. Dasaro March 5, 1933 ~ February 11, 2023 (age 89) O f Everett passed away peacefully at Massachusetts General Hospital on February 11, 2023 surrounded by his family. Loving husband of the late Roseann J. (Carbone) Dasaro. Loving father of the late Frank Dasaro and his surviving wife Vanessa, Nancy Dasaro and her husband Kerry Conner and Robert Dasaro. Cherished grandfather of Anthony Dasaro, Melissa Ficarrotta, Eric Dasaro and his wife Adele and Nicholas Goodwin. Adored great-grandfather of Landon, Alexis, Morgan & Salvatore. Frank is also survived by three bonus granddaughters Alyson (Conner) Cassidy, Keri-Ann (Conner) Miserandino and her husband Marty and Ashley (Conner) Addesa and her husband Mike along with 6 great-grandchildren, Noella, Conner, Raegan, Millie, Ellianna and Annalise. Brother of Mary Schepis and husband Joseph and the late Anna & her husband Joseph Montalbano, Ignazio and wife Rose Dasaro, James and wife Catherine Dasaro, Charles and wife Celeste Dasaro, Fritzie and her husband Patsy Letterie, Josephine and her husband Jerry Galluccio, Calogera and her husband Joseph Bertolino and Flora and her surviving husband John Silvestro. Funeral was held from Salvatore Rocco & Sons Funeral Home, Everett on Thursday, February 16th followed by a Funeral Mass in Immaculate Conception Church in Everett. Visiting hours were held at the funeral home on Wednesday. Interment in Holy Cross Cemetery in Malden. PLEASE OMIT FLOWERS. Memorial donations in Frank’s name may be made to Care Dimensions Hospice, 75 Sylvan Street, Suite B-102, Danvers, MA 01923. For more information, please visit www.roccofuneralhomes.com

Page 18 THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, FEbRuARy 17, 2023 Legal Notice Legal Notice Department of Housing and Community Development Summary of Settlement Notice January 2023 Who should read this? Read this if you are applying for or getting EA shelter from the Department of Housing and Community Development (DHCD). What is this summary about? There is a class action lawsuit against DHCD about the EA shelter program. The case is called Garcia v. DHCD. DHCD has agreed to make changes to try to improve the EA shelter program. That agreement is called a Settlement Agreement. On March 28, 2023, the judge will hold a hearing to decide whether to approve the Agreement. But first, the class members have a right to learn about the Agreement and tell the judge if they disagree with any part. This summary tells you about the Agreement and what to do if you disagree. What is the case about? In December 2016, a group of homeless families filed a class action lawsuit against DHCD. They are the Plaintiffs. The case is about the process for families to get into shelter, placing families close to their home communities and kids’ schools, and getting more appropriate shelter placements for people with disabilities. Who is a class member? The class includes everyone who is in EA shelter or has a Temporary Emergency Shelter Interruption (TESI). The class also includes everyone who applies for EA shelter and has not been denied. It also includes people who have tried to apply for EA shelter but haven’t been able to get in. But it does not include people who have applied for EA shelter and have been denied, if they have appealed the denial and they lost their appeal, or if the appeal deadline has passed. There is also a sub-class. The sub-class includes all families who are in the class, who are eligible for EA shelter, and who have a family member who has a disability. What is in the Agreement? The key changes that DHCD intends to make are: • DHCD will make the application process easier. You will be able to leave a voicemail instead of waiting on hold. DCHD will call back the same day. If you call late in the day, DHCD may call you back on the next business day. You will also be able to apply in person at DHCD offices. • When people apply for shelter, DHCD will ask if they need any help because of disabilities or limited English ability or other reasons. • DHCD will let families into shelter even if they do not have all their documents. But first each family will have to prove three things: their identities, relationship to each other, and that at least one family member is a resident of Massachusetts. • If families are eligible for shelter and contact DHCD by a certain time each day, DHCD will guarantee that they can get a safe place to stay that night. • DHCD will make it easier for people to request accommodations for disabilities. DHCD will help people with the paperwork. DHCD will keep track of people who are waiting for an accommodation. For families with disabilities, DHCD will make it easier to avoid noncompliances and terminations. • A lot of families need a shelter transfer so that they can be closer to their home community, or closer to their kids’ schools, or because of disabilities. DHCD will improve its systems for shelter transfers. It will keep track of families who are waiting for a transfer. It will use clear priorities to make the transfer waiting list as fair as possible. • While families are waiting for a transfer, DHCD may transfer them to a hotel room, or help them with transportation, or give them some protections against noncompliances and terminations. • DHCD will try to get new shelters in different parts of the state, if a lot of families are waiting a long time for transfers. • DHCD will communicate important information more clearly. The Agreement will probably last for 4 to 5 years. During that time, DHCD will give information to Plaintiffs’ lawyers so that they can make sure DHCD does what it agreed to do. Also, the judge will have the power to make sure that DHCD follows the Agreement. DHCD will pay $1.5 million to the Plaintiffs’ lawyers for lawyers’ fees and for expenses already paid by the Plaintiffs’ lawyers. What does this mean for me as a class member? If the judge approves the Agreement, all class members will be bound by its terms. This means you can’t sue DHCD to try to get DHCD to change its systems for the things covered by the Agreement, while the Agreement is in effect. You can still sue DHCD if it violates your individual legal rights. If you agree with the Agreement, you do not need to do anything. If it is approved, you will get the benefits of the Agreement. If you do not agree with any part of the Agreement, you can object. Fairness Hearing There will be a Fairness Hearing on March 28, 2023 at 2:00 p.m. before Judge Douglas Wilkins in Courtroom 25 of the Norfolk County Superior Courthouse, 650 High Street, Dedham, MA 02026. The judge will listen to objections or other statements before deciding whether to approve the Agreement. At the hearing, the judge will also decide the amount of lawyers’ fees, if any, to be paid to Plaintiffs’ lawyers. What should I do if I want to object and/or talk at the Fairness Hearing? If you want to tell the judge that you disagree with any part of the Agreement, including the payment of lawyers’ fees, or you have something else to say to the judge about the Agreement, you must mail the judge a statement by March 20, 2023. The statement must say the name of the court case (Rosanna Garcia et al. v. Department of Housing and Community Development, 16-84-CV-03768); your name and address; what you disagree with and why, or what you want to say at the hearing. If you are writing about an objection, state whether you want to say something to the judge at the hearing. Send the original statement to: Suffolk County Superior Court, Attn: Margaret Buckley, 3 Pemberton Square, Boston, MA 02108. Send a copy of the statement to: Laura Massie, Greater Boston Legal Services, 197 Friend St., Boston, MA 02114. You can also email it to Lmassie@gbls.org. If you can’t send a statement or miss the deadline, you can still come to the hearing on March 28, 2023. Ask the judge to excuse you from the requirements and explain why you could not send your statement by the deadline. The judge can change any of the deadlines in this notice if you show good cause. How can I get more information? If you have questions or want a copy of the Agreement, please contact Laura Massie at Greater Boston Legal Services (GBLS), 197 Friend Street, Boston, MA 02114; (844) 625-7313, TTY (617) 371-1228, toll-free (800) 323-3205; or by email: Lmassie@gbls.org. The Agreement is also posted online at www.MAShelterSettlement.com. February 17, 2023

THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, FEbRuARy 17, 2023 Page 19 BEACON | FROM PAGE 17 ly (D-Cambridge), last week launched the Housing for All Caucus in the Massachusetts Legislature. “MassDOT is pleased to work collaboratively with municipal leaders, Metropolitan Area Planning Councils and Regional Planning Agencies to further the goals of Safe Streets for All. We will continue to support the development of safety action plans and continue to work with our partners to improve transportation infrastructure to help make travel safer for the public whether people choose to walk, bike, take public transportation or drive.” --- Transportation Secretary Gina Fiandaca announcing $30.6 million has been awarded to 17 municipalities and Regional Planning Agencies through the fi rst round of the U.S. Department of Transportation’s Safe Streets and Roads for All Grant Program. “This is a hard conversation - LEGAL NOTICE - COMMONWEALTH OF MASSACHUSETTS THE TRIAL COURT PROBATE AND FAMILY COURT Middlesex Division Docket No. MI22P5825EA Estate of: NORA SUPINO Also Known As: NANCY SUPINO Date of Death: JANUARY 12, 2022 INFORMAL PROBATE PUBLICATION NOTICE To all persons interested in the above captioned estate, by Petition of Petitioner JUNE A. MCCARTHY of NEWTON, MA JUNE A. MCCARTHY of NEWTON, MA has been informally appointed as the Personal Representative of the estate to serve without surety on the bond. The estate is being administered under informal procedure by the Personal Representative under the Massachusetts Uniform Probate Code without supervision by the Court. Inventory and accounts are not required to be filed with the Court, but interested parties are entitled to notice regarding the administration from the Personal Representative and can petition the Court in any matter relating to the estate, including distribution of assets and expenses of administration. Interested parties are entitled to petition the Court to institute formal proceedings and to obtain orders terminating or restricting the powers of Personal Representatives appointed under informal procedure. A copy of the Petition and Will, if any, can be obtained from the Petitioner. February 17, 2023 - LEGAL NOTICE - COMMONWEALTH OF MASSACHUSETTS THE TRIAL COURT PROBATE AND FAMILY COURT Middlesex Division Docket No. MI23P0693EA Estate of: STEVE J. SUPINO Also Known As: STEVEN J. SUPINO Date of Death: AUGUST 17, 2021 INFORMAL PROBATE PUBLICATION NOTICE To all persons interested in the above captioned estate, by Petition of Petitioner JUNE A. MCCARTHY of NEWTON, MA JUNE A. MCCARTHY of NEWTON, MA has been informally appointed as the Personal Representative of the estate to serve without surety on the bond. The estate is being administered under informal procedure by the Personal Representative under the Massachusetts Uniform Probate Code without supervision by the Court. Inventory and accounts are not required to be filed with the Court, but interested parties are entitled to notice regarding the administration from the Personal Representative and can petition the Court in any matter relating to the estate, including distribution of assets and expenses of administration. Interested parties are entitled to petition the Court to institute formal proceedings and to obtain orders terminating or restricting the powers of Personal Representatives appointed under informal procedure. A copy of the Petition and Will, if any, can be obtained from the Petitioner. February 17, 2023 to have right now, because the consensus is, ‘hey, we have lots of money, let’s cut taxes.’ And then times get bad, and they’re coming real fast, when times get bad, we can’t raise taxes. So we cut services.” ---Sen. Pat Jehlen (D-Somerville) cautioning about reducing state taxes. HOW LONG WAS LAST WEEK’S SESSION? 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Offered at $50,000 335 Central Street, Saugus, MA 01906 (781) 233-7300 CITY OF EVERETT - LEGAL NOTICE - ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS 484 BROADWAY, ROOM 24 EVERETT, MASSACHUSETTS 02149 To Whom It May Concern: This notice is to inform you that a public hearing will be held on Monday February 27, 2023 at 6:00 PM, Everett City Hall, 3rd Floor George Keverian Hearing Room. All interested parties may attend and opinions will be heard regarding the following petition. Whereas a petition has been presented by: Property Address: 87-89 Malden Street Map/Lot: L0-05-000095 Person Requesting: Jean Thermitus 33 Jackson Ave. Everett, MA 02149 PROPOSAL: Interior renovations to convert a pre-existing nonconforming Three (3) unit residential structure and use to a Six (6) unit residential use. Reason for Denial: The existing structure, parking count and use are non-conforming. A special permit is required to extend or alter the pre-existing nonconforming use and to change the use of the nonconforming structure. Violations: • The existing use of the property as a three (3) family residence is nonconforming. Section 4.B.2(b) of the Zoning Ordinance requires seven thousand (7,000) s.f. of lot area for a two (2) family dwelling. The subject property has only 4,035 ± s.f. of area and is used as a three (3) family dwelling. Converting the property to a six (6) unit residential use would constitute an extension or alteration of the pre-existing nonconforming use, requiring a special permit under Section 3.C of the Zoning Ordinance. • In addition, use of the property as a three (3) family residence is nonconfonning as to parking requirements. Pursuant to Section 17.A. l of the Zoning Ordinance, a three-unit residential use would require six (6) parking spaces, but the lot contains only five (5) parking spaces. Altering the use to six (6) residential units will render the use more nonconforming as to parking, requiring either a special permit pursuant to Section 3.C of the Zoning Ordinance or voluntary participation in the Transportation Demand Management program under Section 35 of the Zoning Ordinance. • The right side of the existing structure is less than the required Four (4) foot minimum. A special permit to change the use of a pre-existing nonconforming structure is required under Section 3.F of the Zoning Ordinance. MARY GERACE - Chairman Roberta Suppa - Clerk of the Board of Appeals February 10, 17, 2023 View the interior of this home right on your smartphone. View all our listings at: CarpenitoRealEstate.com

Page 20 THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, FEbRuARy 17, 2023 CITY OF EVERETT - LEGAL NOTICE - ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS 484 BROADWAY, ROOM 24 EVERETT, MASSACHUSETTS 02149 To Whom It May Concern: This notice is to inform you that a public hearing will be held on Monday February 27, 2023 at 6:00 PM, Everett City Hall, 3rd Floor George Keverian Hearing Room. All interested parties may attend and opinions will be heard regarding the following petition. Whereas a petition has been presented by: Property Address: 20 Chelsea Street Map/Lot: L0-01-000009 Person Requesting: Cenvia Real Estate LLC 22 Chelsea Street Everett, MA 02149 The Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing on February 27, 2023 on an appeal filed on behalf of Cenvia Real Estate, LLC from January 26, 2023 denial of a building permit to construct a five-story mixed use building on property located at 20-22 Chelsea Street, Everett MA 02149. The building permit was denied based upon the Planning Board’s January 3, 2023 vote to deny site plan approval. MARY GERACE - Chairman Roberta Suppa - Clerk of the Board of Appeals February 10, 17, 2023 - 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. MI23A0092D CITATION G.L.c.210, § 6 In the matter of: Jayden William Haley To: Peter Francois and any unnamed or unknown parent and persons interested in a petition for the adopiton of said child and to the the Department of Children and Families of said Commonwealth. A petition has been presented to said court by: Patricia Sahlas Charles Sahlas, Jr. of Everett, Ma of Everett, Ma requesting for leave to adopt said child and that the name of the child be changed to Jayden William Haley If you object this adoption you are entitled to the appoinment of an attorney if you are an indigent person. An indigent person is defined by SJC Rule 3:10. The definition includes but is not limited to persons receiving TAFDC, EACDC, poverty related veteran’s benefits, Medicaid, and SSI. The Court will determine if you are indigent. Contact an Assistant Judicial Case Manager or Adoption Clerk of the Court on or before the date listed below to obtain the necessary forms. IF YOU DESIRE TO OBJECT THERETO, YOU OR YOUR ATTORNEY MUST FILE A WRITTEN APPEARANCE IN SAID COURT AT: Woburn ON OR BEFORE TEN O’CLOCK IN THE MORNING (10:00 AM) ON 03/22/2023 WITNESS, Hon. Maureen H. Monks, First Justice of this Court. Date: January 25, 2023 TARA E. DeCRISTOFARO REGISTER OF PROBATE February 03, 10, 17, 2023 CITY OF EVERETT - LEGAL NOTICE - ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS 484 BROADWAY, ROOM 24 EVERETT, MASSACHUSETTS 02149 To Whom It May Concern: This notice is to inform you that a public hearing will be held on Monday February 27, 2023 at 6:00 PM, Everett City Hall, 3rd Floor George Keverian Hearing Room. All interested parties may attend and opinions will be heard regarding the following petition. Whereas a petition has been presented by: Property Address: 46 Liberty Street Map/Lot: C0-03-000152 Person Requesting: Mr. Cesar Lopez Berrio 20 Chatham Road Everett, MA 02149 PROPOSAL: To alter the exiting Two (2) family dwelling by adding Four (4) units for total of Six (6) units to the existing non-conforming structure Reason for Denial: The proposed use is not permitted in the Dwelling District and the building does not meet the current zoning requirements for setbacks. Permit was denied in accordance with the City of Everett Zoning Ordinance Appendix A as follows: Violations: • A Six (6) unit residential use is not permitted in this zoning district. • It appears from the supplied plot plan that several vehicles will be backing into the street. • Parking shown on the lot but there are several spaces located in the front yard setback. • The applicant must file with the Planning Board for the TDM program Zoning: 1) Section 4 Dwelling Districts (a) Uses quoted below (a) USES. Within any dwelling district as indicated on the zoning map, no building, structure or premises shall be used and no building or structure shall be erected which is intended or designed to be used in whole or in part for any industry, trade, manufacturing, or commercial purposes, of for other than the following specified purposes: (1) A single or double semi-detached dwelling existing at the time of the first enactment of, the Zoning Ordinance may be converted to provide not more than a total of three (3) dwelling units provided that the following standards are met: Any addition shall comply with the front, side and rear yard requirements and height limitations of the Zoning Ordinance. Where the existing building is already non-conforming, any alteration shall not increase the existing non-conformity. Parking in accordance with this Zoning Ordinance shall be provided for any additional dwelling units. (Ord. of 4-29-91) (2.) Section 3 General requirements paragraph 3 which states the following: Existing non-conforming structure or uses may be extended or altered, provided that such extension, alteration or change of use shall be permitted only upon the grant of a Special Permit by the zoning board of appeals after a public hearing and a finding by the board that such extension, alteration or change of use shall not be substantially more detrimental to the neighborhood than the existing non-conforming use or structure. (Ord. of 4-29-91) (3.) Section 17 Off-street Parking paragraph O line 4 which states the following: Except for one-and two-family dwellings, parking shall be designed so that it is not necessary to drive over sidewalks or curbs or to back into the street or driveway. (4) Section 17 Off-street parking line K which states the following: (K) Parking facilities shall be designed so that no vehicles shall be parked nearer to any street lines than the minimum specified building setback for the Zoning District in which the parking facility is located. [in this case the front yard setback is a minimum of 10 feet per Section 4 Dwelling Districts b) Dimensional requirements] (5) Section 33 Transportation Demand Management: the requirement for this Zoning District but the applicant must file with the TDM because of the number of require spaces.) MARY GERACE - Chairman Roberta Suppa - Clerk of the Board of Appeals February 10, 17, 2023 For Advertising with Results, call The Advocate Newspapers at 617-387-2200 or Info@advocatenews.net

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THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, FEbRuARy 17, 2023 Page 23 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 Sajjad, Yaseen BEACON | FROM PAGE 19 work is done outside of the House and Senate chambers. They note that their jobs also involve committee work, research, constituent work and other matters that are important to their districts. Critics say that the Legislature does not meet regularly or long enough to debate and vote in public view on the thousands of pieces of legislation that have been fi led. They note that the infrequency and brief length of sessions are misguided and lead to irresponsible late-night sessions and a mad rush to act on dozens of bills in the days immediately preceding the end of an annual session. During the week of February 6-10, the House met for a total BUYER2 SELLER1 Morano, Matthew of two hours and 27 minutes while the Senate met for a total of six hours and 21 minutes. Mon.Feb. 6 House 11:03 a.m. to 11:04 a.m. Senate 11:08 a.m. to 11:15 a.m. Tues. Feb. 7 No House session No Senate session Wed.Feb. 8 No House session No Senate session Thurs. Feb. 9 House 11:05 a.m. to1:31 p.m. Senate 11:03 a.m. to5:17 p.m. Fri.Feb. 10 No House session No Senate session Bob Katzen welcomes feedback at bob@beaconhillrollcall.com SELLER2 ADDRESS 8 Walnut St #34 CITY DATE Everett PRICE 01.18.23 200000 COMMERCIAL & RESIDENTIAL PROPERTY SALES & RENTALS List with us in the New Year! Sandy Juliano Broker/President Follow Us On: New Listing by Sandy Single family, 81 Florence St., Everett $649,900 SOLD BY NORMA COMMERCIAL BUILDING ON BROADWAY, EVERETT PLEASE CALL NORMA AT 617-590-9143 FOR MORE INFORMATION List your home, condominium or apartment with JRS. We’re with you from start to closing! Open Daily From 10:00 A.M. - 5:00 P.M. 433 Broadway, Suite B, Everett, MA 02149 www.jrs-properties.com Denise Matarazzo 617-953-3023 617-294-1041 For Advertising with Results, call The Advocate Newspapers at 617-387-2200 Rosemarie Ciampi 617-957-9222 Norma Capuano Parziale 617-590-9143 Joe DiNuzzo 617-680-7610

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