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EV Vol. 33, No.9 -FREEEVE ER TT Your Local News & Sports Online in 6 Languages! Scan & Subscribe Now! ADDOCCO TEAT www.advocatenews.net Free Every Friday Nine local fi refi ghters graduate from Firefi ghting Academy Graduates of Class #318 represent 20 Mass. Fire Depts. 617-387-2200 Friday, March 1, 2024 Mayor informs City Council new fi re chief search will remain internal Councillors push back against Nat’l Grid over river path access By Neil Zolot C ity Councillors learned that training for the evalEverett Fire Department graduates: Shown back row, from left to right: Samuel Kelley, Robert Concannon, James MacLaughlin, Liam McCain, and Douglas Hill; Shown front row, left to right: Mario Rivera, Laura Marchese, Phillip DaSilva, and Carmine DeMaria. (Courtesy photo) Special to Th e Advocate S tate Fire Marshal Jon M. Davine and Massachusetts Firefighting Academy (MFA) leadership announced the graduation of 35 fi refi ghters from the 50-day Career Recruit Firefi ghting Training Program, including nine from Everett. “Massachusetts firefighters are on the frontlines protecting their communities every day, and today’s graduates are needed now more than ever,” said State Fire Marshal Davine. “The hundreds of hours of foundational training they’ve received will provide them with the physical, mental, and technical skills to perform their jobs eff ectively and safely.” “Massachusetts Firefi ghting Academy instructors draw on decades of experience in the fi re service to train new recruits,” said MFA Director Eric Littmann. “Through consistent classroom instruction GRADUATE | SEE PAGE 10 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 uation process for a new Fire Chief will include exercises in handling situations, dealing with employees, problem solving and community and media relations exercises, at their meeting on Monday, February 26. “It seems like we’re moving along,” Ward 2 Councillor Stephanie Martins said about the process – conducted by the Assessment Center and overseen by Parow Consulting for the City – that will yield a new Chief in May or June. In the meantime, Deputy Chief Joseph Hickey has been named as Acting Chief, after Sabato LoRusso returned to his position as Administrative Deputy Chief. Hickey was named to the position, in part, because of his seniority and is applying to be appointed permanently. The Councillors also received an update from Mayor Carlo DeMaria and Human Resources Director Terri Ronco on the process to fi nd a new Police Chief due to the pending retirement of Chief Steven Mazzie from the poSEARCH | SEE PAGE 4 Could Everett’s Jonathan DiBiaso be coming back to Boston College? By Joe McConnell F ormer Everett High School (EHS) Super Bowl-winning quarterback Jonathan DiBiaso has been on the Vanderbilt University coaching staff since February 2021, where he has served as an off ensive analyst. Previously, he was a graduate assistant at Boston College for three years. While with the Eagles, DiBiaso assisted the off ensive staff in film breakdown, practice preparation and all game plan and scouting report materials. He also worked with the team’s off ensive coordinators and quarterbacks. It’s rumored that the Everett native just might be returning to the Heights as the football team’s new quarterbacks coach, which will help fi ll out new head coach Bill O’Brien’s staff . According to BC’s Director of Football Communications Brendan Flynn, the announcement could be made soon. Flynn told The Advocate on Tuesday (Feb. 27) that he “hopes (the announcement) will go out this week.” Before his fi rst incarnation at Boston College, Jonathan was an assistant football coach at Jonathan DiBiaso Catholic Memorial School in 2017, where his dad – the legendary John DiBiaso – is the school’s head coach. Prior to that, he was a part-time intern with the NFL’s Tampa Bay Buccaneers during the 2015-2017 training camps. DiBiaso was a Dartmouth College quarterback from 2013-15 before transferring to Tufts to complete his undergraduate career. He earned a bachelor’s degree in child development there in 2018, before receiving his master’s in sports administration from Boston College in 2020. Jonathan was of course a DIBIASO | SEE PAGE 19

Page 2 THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, MARCH 1, 2024 Need a hall for your special event? The Schiavo Club, located at 71 Tileston Street, Everett is available for your Birthdays, Anniversaries, Sweet 16 parties and more? For more info, call (857) 249-7882 LIKE US ON FACEBOOK ADVOCATE NEWSPAPER FACEBOOK.COM/ADVOCATE.NEWS.MA ~ Letter-to-the-Editor ~ Former city councillor seeks funding for additional city ambulance service Dear Editor, On January 29, 2024, in Winthrop, a mother’s worst nightmare became reality when her 2-year-old daughter suff ered a cardiac arrest which, ultimately, resulted in the toddler’s death. It took one-and-a-half hours – a full 90-minutes – after the toddler’s mother called 911 for an ambulance to arrive to the scene to escort the child to MGH. Winthrop utilizes the services of Action Ambulance to respond to these types of emergencies. Upon receiving the call for response to the scene, they were unable to dispatch one of their own ambulances due to their fl eet responding elsewhere. They contacted their mutual aid network, including Cataldo Ambulance, Armstrong Ambulance, and Boston Emergency Medical Services, but none of the companies had available vehicles to respond. I want to be clear: none of these companies are to blame for the toddler’s death. They simply did not have the adequate resources – be it staff or fl eet – to respond to the scene. But, what is important to note is that this tragic situation is not an anomaly. I have heard multiple examples from our own fi rst responders here in Everett where urgent situations were not responded to as quickly as possible due to a lack of vehicles available. Statewide, response times have slowed by nearly 15%, with 2022 experiencing the slowest response times in Boston since at least 2014 according to Boston Globe reports. I understand that statistics like these can just seem like numbers, but the tragedy in Winthrop provides a greater perspective by humanizing these fi gures. The implementation of the ambulance fleet into the Everett Fire Department was a showcase that Everett recognizes the need for more-reliable response times and that the City wants to take matters into their own hands. I have publicly supported this initiative since its inception. Now it is time to equip our Fire Department with an adequate fl eet. I call upon this Council to support a Resolution and, if need be, a funding appropriation, to secure an additional ambulance for EFD. More important than being responsive is exercising precaution. Let’s not wait until tragedy hits even closer to home before we act. Support those who support our most vital asset – our residents – by providing them with the proper equipment to carry out their functions. Thank you. Signed, Al Lattanzi Everett resident and business-owner (Editor’s Note: This statement was read by Mr. Lattanzi during the public participation at Monday night’s City Council meeting.) CORRECTiON In the February 23 page one news story on the process of hiring a new fi re chief, remarks attributed to Councillor-Aa-Large Stephanie Smith were made by Ward 2 Councillor Stephanie Martins. The reporter of the article apologizes for the error.

THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, MARCH 1, 2024 Page 3 Pressley celebrates $750K delivered for Chelsea & Everett Island End River Project Federal dollars will help address growing fl ood risk for frontline communities 8 Norwood St. Everett (617) 387-9810 Open Daily 4:00 PM Closed Sunday Announcing our Classic Specials Dine In Only: * FREE Salad with purchase of Entree, Monday & Tuesdays * Cheese Pizza - Only $10 At Chelsea City Hall, Congresswoman Pressley held a roundtable discussion and press conference to tout the project’s impact locally. Joining her at the event: Chelsea City Manager Fidel Maltez, Chelsea City Council President Norieliz DeJesus, City of Chelsea Senior Planner/Project Manager Emily Granoff , City of Chelsea Director of Housing and Community Development Ben Cares, City of Everett Project Manager Patrick Johnston, City of Everett Chief of Staff Erin Devaney, Mystic River Watershed Association Senior Policy Advisor Julie Wormser, GreenRoots Climate Justice Coordinator Bianca Bowman and other offi cials, advocates and community members from Chelsea and Everett. C 7th ongresswoman Ayanna Pressley (Massachusetts District) visited Chelsea City Hall on Feb. 20 for a roundtable discussion and press conference to celebrate the $750,000 in federal funding she secured for the Island End River Flood Resilience Project of the Cities of Chelsea and Everett. The $750K | SEE PAGE 19 SABATINO/MASTROCOLA INSURANCE AGENCY 519 BROADWAY EVERETT, MA 02149 Auto * Home * Boat * Renter * Condo * Life * Multi-Policy Discounts * Commercial 10% Discounts * Registry Service Also Available Sabatino Insurance is proud to welcome the loyal customers of ALWAYS READY TO SERVE YOU: Our Staff are, Emma Davidson, Jeimy Sanchez, Josephine Leone, Marie D’Amore, Rocco Longo, Z’andre Lopez, Anthony DiPierro, Darius Goudreau, Laurette Murphy, Danielle Goudreau and Tina Davidson. PHONE: (617) 387-7466 FAX: (617) 381-9186 Visit us online at: WWW.SABATINO-INS.COM Subscribe to the Advocate Online: www.advocatenews.net Catch ALL The Live Sports Action On Our Large Screen TV’s SHOP LOCAL & DROP BY FOR DINNER! www.eight10barandgrille.com

Page 4 THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, MARCH 1, 2024 Mayor’s Summer Work Program Now Accepting Registrations Residents ages 14-25 have until Monday, April 1 to register in order to be able to work from July to the end of August Special to Th e Advocate E VERETT, MA – Mayor Carlo DeMaria is pleased to announce the City of Everett’s Youth Development and Enrichment Department has begun accepting registrations SEARCH | FROM PAGE 1 sition. DeMaria informed the council in a communication that the position will be posted internally with offi cers at the rank of sergeant or highfor Mayor DeMaria’s Summer Work Program. Everett residents from ages 14-25 who are seeking summer employment are encouraged to apply. The City will be off ering job placements that are located throughout Everett and neigher eligible. “It’s great he’s going to do this internally,” Ward 6 Councillor Peter Pietrantonio reacted. In other action related to the Fire Department, the Council approved a transfer RON’S OIL Call For PRICE MELROSE, MA 02176 NEW CUSTOMER’S WELCOME ACCEPTING VISA, MASTERCARD & DISCOVER (781) 397-1930 OR (781) 662-8884 100 GALLON MINIMUM boring cities and will also include employment with various community organizations, businesses, and City of Everett departments. The program will run from July to the end of August. To register, please visit afof $115,000 from the Budgetary Fund Balance or Free Cash to the Fire Department’s Maintenance and Operating Funds, which had been sent to the Ways and Means Subcommittee for study on February 12. “We reviewed this in Ways and Means,” Councillor-at-Large Stephanie Smith reported before recommending approval. $65,000 is for the Operating Budget and $50,000 for maintaining equipment. 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For more information, please izens with disabilities to be able to call the City’s 311 constituent services line to ask for free house numbers for their residences. “The Fire Department has grant money specifi cally allocated for helping seniors,” she said. “Many properties in Everett are missing address numbers. This poses a safety hazard, as it makes it diffi cult for safety offi cials to identify houses quickly. Massachusetts requires all residences to be identified by number. In lieu of using resources on enforcement, it would be preferable to collaborate with the existing departments in the city to help ensure some of our most vulnerable residents have access to house numbers, which is why senior residents should be able to call 311 to request getting address numbers on their home. “I’ve had discussions with Will Hurley of the Fire Department, who shared that they have the opportunity to allocate a small amount of money for providing seniors with house address numbers. I spoke with Chad Luongo of the Constituent Services Department, who agreed to set up a portal via 311 to notify the Fire Department of requests.” The matter was referred to the administration to facilitate the connection. The Councillors also approved petitions from National Grid to install an underground conduit from an existing utility pole under the sidewalk to private property at 14 Baldwin Ave. and another underground conduit from an existing pole to private property at 33 Mystic St. for a parking garage for Encore Boston Harbor, despite ongoing concerns about Nacontact Director of Youth Development and Enrichment John Russolillo at John.Russolillo@ci.everett.ma.us or Assistant Director of Youth Workforce Development at Roberto.Velasquez@ci.everett.ma.us. tional Grid’s role or lack thereof in providing access to the waterfront along the Malden River and helping residents of Glendale Towers, 381 Ferry St., get air conditioning. Rogers has pursued the waterfront access issue, while Ward 1 Councillor Wayne Matewsky has often spoken about the situation at Glendale Towers. “I don’t want to hinder any development of private property, but the people of Glendale Towers have been waiting for their electrical systems to be upgraded,” Matewsky said about the request involving Mystic Street. “National Grid used to be an asset for us, but they’re disrespectful to the Council. I’ll vote for this, but we expect some relief.” A representative from National Grid said he was unaware of the situation at Glendale Towers. Martins, Pietrantonio and Rogers voted against the request. “Some Councillors are voting ‘no’ on National Grid issues in solidarity with the river path,” Rogers later said. Another petition from National Grid to install a conduit from an existing pole to a customer-owned manhole at 380 Second St. was voted down. Councillor-at-Large Guerline Alcy Jabouin cast the lone dissenting vote against appointing former School Committee Member Millie Cardello to a three-year term on the Board of Assessors to fi ll a position vacated by William Hart when he became Everett Superintendent of Schools. Appointments or reappointments of Rebecca Edmondson and Derek Shooster to the Zoning Board of Appeals, James Booker to the Disability Commission and DeAnne Mullett to the Board of Health were also approved. LIKE US ON FACEBOOK ADVOCATE NEWSPAPER FACEBOOK.COM/ADVOCATE.NEWS.MA

THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, MARCH 1, 2024 Page 5 DiDomenico’s priorities advance through key legislative committees T Special to The Advocate his month almost every bill in the Massachusetts Legislature received a favorable or unfavorable determination from their committee. Due to advocacy from Senator Sal DiDomenico and countless coalition advocates, many of the Senator’s legislative priorities advanced favorably and are moving on to the next committee. These bills tackle a wide range of issues – from supporting working families in need, to providing the best education for our youngest generation, to making our government work better for people regardless of their background or spoken language. “I am excited by the amount of progress we are seeing on my policy priorities that will improve the well-being of children and people in need across the Commonwealth,” said Senator DiDomenico. “We could not achieve this success on so many life-changing proposals without the many advocates, community leaders, and residents who have stood up and used their voice to demand change from our government and I am grateful for all of their support. I also want to thank Senate President Spilka and all the Committee Chairs for advancing so many of my priorities with a favorable report.” Below is a list of a few DiDomenico priority bills that have moved forward in the Legislature: • Lifting kids out of deep poverty (S.75): increase cash assistance to families below 50% of the poverty line. • Healthy Youth Act (S.268): require that when sex and relationship education is taught in school, it must be medically accurate, cover healthy consenting relationships and be inclusive of all identities. • The SUPER Act (S.160): empower more people to become behavioral health professionals, especially those who come from diverse backgrounds with a wide variety of experiences. • Feeding our neighbors (S.76): restore state funded SNAP benefits to Massachusetts residents regardless of where they came from. • Promote high-quality comprehensive literacy instruction (S.263): starts a conversation about how to improve reading and writing outcomes for our children. • Establish a Massachusetts Children’s Cabinet Senator Sal DiDomenico is shown speaking at a rally in the State House and advocating for one of his many proposals. (S.79): This legislation would create a Children’s Cabinet comprised of executive office Secretaries and Commissioners serving children to ensure our youngest generation is prioritized. • Language access and inclusion (S.1990): expand the availability of non-English language applications and interpretation services at the state’s public-facing state agencies, such as MassHealth, the Department of Children & Families and the Department of Unemployment Assistance. • Expand access to pediatric palliative care (S.1359): increases the funding and age of eligibility for pediatric palliative care services to 22 years Council on Aging events and programs for March All are welcome to participate in the upcoming events and programs M ayor Carlo DeMaria is pleased to announce that the City of Everett’s Council on Aging will host the following events throughout the month of March: • Thursday, March 7: Dance Party Thursday beginning at 12:30 p.m. with DJ Chris Fiore. Admission is free. • Tuesday, March 12: the Annual Health Fair from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. – free raffle drawings. • Thursday, March 14: the Indoor Senior Olympics. Join us for competitive games of Corn Hole, Horseshoes, TicTac-Toe, Roll the Dice and Indoor Golf Putting. This event begins at 1 p.m. Prizes will be given. • Friday, March 15: St. Patrick’s Day Party. Please call to reserve your ticket. There is a nominal fee for this event. • Thursday, March 20: Monthly Senior Social at Anthony’s of Malden; ballroom dancing with Ray Cavicchio. There is a nominal fee for this event. • Thursday, March 21: Movie Day in celebration of International Women’s Day – showing “Little Women” (2019). This is a free event with refreshments served. For additional information about any of these events and programs, please call 617394-2270 to be connected to the Connolly Center or call directly at 617-394-2323. of age so young people most in need of care won’t ever be turned away. • Reduce waste and recycling costs (S.471): require that manufacturers of packaging materials create systems for recycling those materials after being used that will reduce fossil fuel emissions and waste. • Allow partial payment of driver’s license fines (S.2229): allow people to pay fines in partial payments so they can get back on the road safely (regardless of their income) and the state can collect more fines. • Compensation for work-related scarring (S.1159): eliminate the requirement that compensation can only be given to employees when work-related scarring is exclusively on the worker’s face, hands or neck; allow workers to access more comprehensive compensation. Lawrence A. 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THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, MARCH 1, 2024 Page 7 Everett Citizens Foundation now accepting grant applications Organizations in the community that did not receive any amount of funding in year 5, Round 1 can apply for this round of funding set at $10,000 The Everett Citizens Foundation presented grants to 26 deserving organizations during the most recent round of funding – Year 5, Round 1 – back in November 2023. Special to Th e Advocate M ayor Carlo DeMaria is pleased to announce that the Everett Citizens Foundation (ECF) grant application for Year 5, Round 2 is now available. The request limit for this round of funding is set at $10,000. All applications are due Monday, April 1. Any organization that received any amount of funding from the ECF in Year 5, Round 1 shall be ineligible for funding in Year 5, Round 2. Through Mayor DeMaria’s Host Community Agreement with Wynn Resorts, which was approved by voters in 2013, the ECF was established. The Foundation, which consists of members appointed by Mayor DeArt Classes Being Offered at the Connolly Center City of Everett partners with the Everett Arts Association to offer a spring semester E VERETT, MA – Mayor Carlo DeMaria is pleased to announce the City of Everett has partnered with the Everett Arts Association to begin offering art classes for the spring semester. The classes will begin Tuesday, March 5, from 12:30 p.m. to 3 p.m. at the Connolly Center (90 Chelsea St.). The 12-week semester will be guided by an instructor and culminate with an art show in the late fall. Individuals of all skill levels are welcome to participate. For more information, please call Ann at 617-387-7797. Council on Aging Announces Road Trip for Older Adults This day trip includes a day at the Venezia, entertainment and a delicious lunch E VERETT, MA – Mayor Carlo DeMaria is pleased to announce the City of Everett’s Council on Aging is hosting the fi rst day trip for older adults in the new year. On Thursday, April 18, at 11 a.m., the luxury coach will arrive to begin the trip to a beautiful waterfront restaurant called the Venezia in Boston. Upon arrival, a delicious lunch will be served that includes a choice of baked haddock or chicken parmesan. After lunch, sit back and enjoy a show featuring Johnny Cash tribute band, “Ca$h Only.” Johnny Cash was a singer, guitarist and songwriter whose music innovatively mixed country, rock, blues and gospel. For more information, please call 617-394-2270 to be connected to the Connolly Center or dial directly at 617-3942323. Maria, the Everett City Council, State Senator Sal DiDomenico, and State Representative Joe McGonagle, is charged with supporting and promoting local groups, associations and programs with important city initiatives that provide a direct benefit to Everett residents. To date, the ECF has distributed over $1 million in grants to local organizations that provide a myriad of services to Everett residents. “This has been and continues to be a great opportunity for organizations to receive additional funding,” said Mayor DeMaria. “The Everett Citizens Foundation seeks to assist organizations that positively impact the residents of Everett, and I encourage all organizations in the community to apply.” Any organization in the community may apply. Applications can be found online by visiting cityofeverett.com/our-city/#EverettCitizensFoundation. For questions or concerns regarding the application or eligibility, please email ECFoundation@ ci.everett.ma.us.

Page 8 THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, MARCH 1, 2024 Local students earn 2023 Dean’s List at UMass Amherst B elow is a list of local students who were named to the Dean’s List at the University of Massachusetts Amherst for the fall 2023 semester. In order to qualify, an undergraduate student must receive a 3.5 grade point average or better on a 4 point scale. Everett • Karla Pascuala Ajpop Curruchiche • Mihret Abraham Amare • Carolann Rose Cardinale • Anthony Evan Cooper • Brianna Michelle Countie • Matthew Edward Cunningham • Kathleen De Souza • Jamie Lynn Du • Keara Marie Farrell • David Amaral Genium • Sarah Haile • Sara Joujoute • Nicole Wanjiru Mumbi • Nghi Nguyen • Kimberly Havy Nguyen • Marisol Palencia Pinto • Michelle Pham • Crystal Phan • Valandy Pierre • Isadora Pimenta • Tyler Joseph Rizzuto • Caroline Tran UMass Amherst is a public land-grant research university in Amherst, Mass. It is the oldest, largest and fl agship campus of the University of Massachusetts system and was founded in 1863 as the Massachusetts Agricultural College. UMass Amherst is the largest university in Massachusetts by campus size and undergraduate enrollment. The university off ers academic degrees in 109 undergraduate, 77 master’s and 48 doctoral programs. Everett resident earns Dean’s List for Fall 2023 semester at Emerson College E merson College student Sara Bourjjai from Everett, Mass., was named to the College’s Dean’s List for the Fall 2023 semester. The requirement to make Dean’s List is a grade point average of 3.7 or higher for that semester. Bourjjai is majoring in Media Arts Production and is a member of the Class of 2024. Dean’s List honors announced at Tufts University T ufts University recently announced the Dean’s List for the Fall 2023 semester. Dean’s List honors at Tufts University require a semester grade point average of 3.4 or greater. The following students from Everett made the list: Julie Do, Class of 2025; Raphael Lemus Solis, Class of 2027; Ramon Rossi, Class of 2025; and Ryan Vu, urry College congratulates Anthony Laurenza of EverClass of 2024. Tufts University, which is located on campuses in Boston, Medford/Somerville and Grafton, Mass., and in Talloires, France, is recognized among the premier research universities in the United States. Tufts enjoys a global reputation for academic excellence and for the preparation of students ett, Mass., who was named to the Fall 2023 Dean’s List. About Curry College: Founded in Boston in 1879, Curry College is a private, coeducational, liberal arts–based institution located on 131 acres in Milton, Mass. The College extends its educaalter A. Aguir r e Jimenez, of Everett, tional programs to a continuing education branch campus in Plymouth. The College off ers 90+ Majors, Minors and Concentrations in specialized and liberal arts programs, as well as graduate degrees in accounting, business, education, criminal justice and nursing to a combined enrollment of nearly 2,050 stufor second honors. Founded in 1887, Clark Unias leaders in a wide range of professions. A growing number of innovative teaching and research initiatives span all Tufts campuses, and collaboration among the faculty and students in the undergraduate, graduate and professional programs across the university’s schools is widely encouraged. Everett resident makes Curry College’s Fall 2023 Dean’s List C dents. The student body consists of 1,830 traditional students and nearly 220 continuing education and graduate students. The College off ers a wide array of co-curricular activities ranging from 17 NCAA Division III athletic teams to an outstanding theatre and visual arts program. Learn more at www.curry.edu Everett resident named to Clark University’s Fall Dean’s List W was named to second honors on the Clark University Dean’s List. This selection marks outstanding academic achievement during the Fall 2023 semester. Students must have a GPA of 3.8 or above for first honors or a GPA between 3.50 and 3.79 versity is a liberal arts-based research university that prepares its students to meet tomorrow’s most daunting challenges and embrace its greatest opportunities. With more than 45 undergraduate majors and major tracks, more than 30 advanced degree programs, a growing number of professional certificate programs and nationally recognized community partnerships, Clark University fuses rigorous scholarship with authentic world and workplace experiences, which empowers students to pursue lives and careers of meaning and consequence.

THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, MARCH 1, 2024 Page 9 Senator Sal DiDomenico Hosts Annual DiDomenico Foundation St. Patrick’s Day Kick Off Roast on March 8th “Who’s Who” of Federal, State and Local offi cials Join in the “Roasting” 425r Broadway, Saugus Located adjacent to Kohls Plaza Route 1 South in Saugus at the intersection of Walnut Street We are on MBTA Bus Route 429 781-231-1111 We are a Skating Rink with Bowling Alleys, Arcade and two TV’s where the ball games are always on! PUBLIC SKATING SCHEDULE 12-7 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. State Sen. Sal DiDomenico is shown welcoming his guests to last year’s Annual DiDomenico Foundation St. Patrick’s Day Celebration in Charlestown. (Courtesy photo) Special to Th e Advocate T he top elected offi cials in Massachusetts will join host State Senator Sal DiDomenico (D-Everett) at the head table for the Annual DiDomenico Foundation St. Patrick’s Day Celebration on Friday, March 8 beginning at 6:30 pm at the Bunker Hill Knights of Columbus in Charlestown. This has become of the most anticipated events of the year. In addition to Governor Maura Healey and Lieutenant Governor Kim Driscoll, over 75 federal, state, an elected officials have c onfirmed they will join State Senator Sal DiDomenico (D-Everett) at the head table at the annual political kick-off of the St. Patrick’s Day roast including: Congresswoman Ayanna Pressley, Attorney General Andrea Campbell, Massachusetts State Senate President Karen Spilka, Boston Mayor Michelle Wu, State Auditor Diana DiZoglio, Cambridge Mayor Denise Simmons, Middlesex County District Attorney Marian Ryan, Suff olk County Sheriff Steve Tompkins, Suff olk County District Attorney Kevin Hayden, Middlesex County Sheriff Peter Koutoujian, Middlesex County Clerk of Courts Michael Sullivan, Governor’s Councilor Terry Kennedy and more! In addition to a traditional Irish dinner, the night will include live Irish music, bag pipers, two of Boston’s best comedians to enhance the political humor, and the annual presentation of the Golden Shamrock Award to a community leader. This event is one of the most popular St. Patrick’s Day traditions in the Greater Boston YOUR LOCAL NEWS & SPORTS IN SIX LANGUAGES. SUBSCRIBE TO THE ADVOCATE ONLINE BY SCANNING HERE! area and Senator Nick Collins (D-South Boston), the host of the Annual South Boston St. Patrick’s Day Breakfast, will also be at the event. For tickets and event information, please call (617) 387-3327. Proceeds will go to The DiDomenico Foundation, which funds educational scholarships for graduating high school students, as well as a large toy drive during the holiday season for domestic violence and homeless shelters throughout the Greater Boston. Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday $10.00 Price includes Roller Skates Adult Night 18+ Only Private Parties Private Parties 4-8 p.m. $10.00 8:30-11 p.m. $11. 18+ Adults Only After 7 PM 12-9 p.m. $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 ~ Home of the Week ~ Step into this charming expanded Cape Colonial, boasting a beautiful stained glass window, cherry cabinets, and a breakfast bar in the kitchen. The first floor features a spacious family room, formal dining room, living room with a gas fireplace, and a full bath. Upstairs, find four bedrooms, a bonus room, and a luxurious bath with double sinks and a Jacuzzi tub. Outside, an oversized trek deck awaits for entertaining, with ample parking including a two-car garage. Recent updates include a new roof and heating system in 2020. 100 SPRINGDALE AVE, SAUGUS Carpenito Real Estate is now Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Commonwealth Real Estate OFFERED AT $679,900 (781) 233-7300 335 Central St. Saugus Commonmoves.com ©2024 BHH Affiliates, LLC. An independently owned and operated franchisee of BHH Affiliates, LLC. Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices and the Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices symbol are registered service marks of Columbia Insurance Company, a Berkshire Hathaway affiliate. Equal Housing Opportunity.

Page 10 THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, MARCH 1, 2024 Everett Democrats to hold caucus on Sat., March 9 T he Everett Democratic City Committee is pleased to announce that they will hold their Annual Caucus on Saturday, March 9, 2024, at 10:00 a.m. at the Connolly Center (90 Chelsea St. in Everett). Registration will open at 9:30 a.m. and close promptly at 10:15 a.m. Once registration is closed and the caucus begins, no additional registration will be permitted. The purpose of the caucus is to elect delegates and alternates to the 2024 Massachusetts Democratic Convention. The convention will be held on June 1, 2024, at the DCU Center in Worcester, where delegates will come together to voice their support for our nominee for United States Senate and to elect Democrats across the Commonwealth and the nation. Participation in the caucus is open to all Everett registered Democrats. However, you must be present at the caucus to run for an elected delegate or alternate slot. The caucus itself is open to the public. Refreshments will be served. Youth, minorities, people with disabilities and LGBTQ individuals who are not elected as a delegate or alternate may apply to be an add-on delegate at the caucus or at www.massdems.org. For more information, please contact Mark Puleo at mcpuleo@ gmail.com GRADUATE | FROM PAGE 1 and practical exercises, today’s graduates have developed the tools they’ll need to work seamlessly with veteran fi refi ghters in their home departments and in neighboring communities as mutual aid.” Basic firefighter skills Students receive classroom training in all basic fi refi ghter skills. They practice fi rst under non-fire conditions and then during controlled fire conditions. To graduate, students must demonstrate profi ciency in life safety, search and rescue, ladder operations, water supply, pump operation and fi re attack. Fire attack operations range from mailbox fi res to multiple-fl oor or multiple-room structural fires. Upon successful completion of the Career Recruit Program, all students have met the national standards of NFPA 1001, “Standard for Fire Fighter Professional Qualifi cations,” and are certifi ed to the levels of Firefi ghter I/II and Hazardous Materials First Responder Operations by the Massachusetts Fire Training Council, which is accredited by the National Board on Fire Service Professional Qualifi cations. Today’s firefighters do much more than fight fires Modern fi refi ghters train for and respond to all types of hazards and emergencies. They are the fi rst ones called to respond to chemical and environmental emergencies, ranging from the suspected presence of carbon monoxide to gas leaks to industrial chemical spills. They might be called to rescue a child who has fallen through the ice, an offi ce worker stuck in an elevator or a motorist trapped in a crashed vehicle. They test and maintain their equipment, including self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA), hydrants, hoses, power tools, and apparatus. At MFA, recruits learn all these skills and more, including the latest science of fi re behavior and suppression tactics, from certifi ed fi re instructors. They also receive training in public fi re education, hazardous material incident mitigation, fl ammable liquids, stress management and self-rescue techniques. The intensive, 10week program involves classroom instruction, physical fi tness training, fi refi ghter skills training and live fi refi ghting practice. The MFA provides recruit and in-service training for career, call and volunteer fi refi ghters at every level of experience, from recruit to chief offi cer, at campuses in Stow, Springfi eld and Bridgewater. ON FACEBOOK ADVOCATE NEWSPAPER FACEBOOK.COM/ ADVOCATE.NEWS.MA

THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, MARCH 1, 2024 Page 11 City of Everett highlights Everett’s Black athletes in series of events Attendees had the opportunity to learn about Everett’s Black athletes of the past and the many success stories that have helped shape today’s community pride in sports T he City of Everett’s Youth Development and EnrichPictured from left to right: Youth Workforce Development Assistant Briana Hyppolite, Jeff Saint Dic, Marc Benjamin, Assistant Director of Youth Workforce Development Roberto Velasquez, Director of Veterans Affairs Antoine Coleman and Director of Youth Development and Enrichment John Russolillo. ment Department hosted a series of events titled “Journey of Champions: Black History Month Everett Athletics Celebration” from Tuesday, Feb. 19 to Friday, Feb. 23, highlighting Everett’s Black athletes of the past. The series of events, which took place during February vacation week when most schools are on break, presented an opportunity for people of all ages, especially the youth, to learn about Everett’s Black history in sports and participate in a recreational activity. The featured sports and themes were broken up into their own events, which were Basketball Night, Track and Field Night, Women of Color in Sport Night and Football Night. Attendees were able to hear from featured athletes about their experiences in sports and how the past has contributed to their success today. All who attended were also able to enjoy various free refreshments at each event. “Everett’s Black athletes have had a tremendous impact on our community’s pride in sports, and I’m glad our residents, especially our youth, had the opportunity to learn more about these remarkable individuals and about how sports can play an important role in so many different ways in the present and the future,” said Mayor Carlo DeMaria. “I’d like to thank our new Director of Youth Development and Enrichment John Russolillo and his team for helping put together this series as part of our Black History Month programming, as well as everyone who participated in and contributed to these events.” “Black History Month is not just a time to reflect on the past, but a celebration of the vibrant culture and resilience of the Black community in the United States,” said Russolillo. “We are honored to have been part of this inspirBLACK ATHLETES | SEE PAGE 12 Posters displayed many archive photos from different eras of Everett High School sports. Free refreshments were provided to all who attended. For Advertising with Results, call The Advocate Newspapers at 617-387-2200 or Info@advocatenews.net

Page 12 THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, MARCH 1, 2024 BLACK ATHLETES | FROM PAGE 11 ing event, where we came together to celebrate, educate, and uplift. A heartfelt thank you to all who attended, your presence made this event truly special. Let us continue to honor and amplify the voices and achievements of the Black community not just this month, but every day.” If you would like to know about any of the upcoming events the City of Everett has planned, please visit cityofeverett.com/calendar/category/events/list. You can also follow the official social media pages on Facebook, Instagram and X (formerly known as Twitter). Facebook: /cityofeverettma and /mayorcarlodemaria. Instagram: @cityofeverettma and @mayorcarlodemaria. X: @EverettGov_MA and @Mayor_DeMaria. All are welcome to attend the many exciting events that are planned. Pictured from left to right: Director of Youth Development and Enrichment John Russolillo, Jehu Cimea, Claudy St. Juste, Maradona Alcime, Assistant Director of Youth Workforce Development Roberto Velasquez, Director of Veterans Affairs Antoine Coleman and Youth Workforce Development Assistant Briana Hyppolite. Attendees viewing the displays. Attendees listened to the featured speakers. Briana Hyppolite alongside her poster. Pictured from left to right: Assistant Director of Youth Workforce Development Roberto Velasquez, Director of Veterans Affairs Antoine Coleman, Stanley St. Juste, Marc Benjamin, Daryl Doe, Claudy St. Juste, Rhandy Audate and Director of Youth Development and Enrichment John Russolillo.

THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, MARCH 1, 2024 Page 13 Everett Kiwanis hosts interclub meeting with keynote speaker/author Judge Barretto Everett Kiwanians are shown with their special guest speaker, author and Mass. District Court Judge Hon. James D. Barretto at the recent interclub meeting at the EHS Crimson Café. Shown from left to right: Kiwanians Attorney John Mackey, Kiwanis President Fred Capone (standing), guest speaker Hon. James D. Barretto, Governor’s Councillor Terrence Kennedy and Kiwanis Division 12 Lt. Gov. Mernaysa Rivera-Bujosa. T The guest speaker, Massachusetts District Court Judge Hon. James D. Barretto, read an excerpt from his novel, “Mystic Wind,” at the recent Kiwanis interclub meeting at EHS. he Everett Kiwanis Club recently hosted an Interclub meeting for the other Kiwanis Massachusetts Division 12 clubs in the Crimson Café at Everett High School. The culinary department prepared another spectacular meal, finishing with a delicious tiramisu. The keynote speaker, the Honorable James D. Barretto of the Massachusetts District Court, was on hand to speak in his capacity as Various Kiwanis Clubs members are shown enjoying the interclub meeting at the Crimson Café recently. an author of his first novel, “Mystic Wind,” a legal thriller. Judge Barretto generously shared his experiences and tremendous insight into the entire writing process from inception to publication. Following the captivating presentation, attendees had the opportunity to ask questions. Also in attendance were Governor’s Councillor Terrence Kennedy (District 6), State Representative Paul Donato of the Medford Kiwanis Club, Everett Public Schools Superintendent William Hart and Kiwanis Division 12 Lt. Governor Mernaysa Rivera-Bujosa. Thank you to everyone who helped make the event a huge success.

Page 14 THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, MARCH 1, 2024 FATEFUL DECISION: Michael Jordan’s 1994 foray into pro baseball – 30 years ago this month – had a ripple effect on Carmine Cappuccio’s career Cappuccio had longest pro baseball career for any Malden resident ever, but his career path was irretrievably altered by Jordan’s dalliance in the sport Following is part one of a twopart series telling the story of how a decision by the greatest player in NBA history, Michael Jordan, had an irretrievably adverse effect on the professional baseball fate of Malden High School’s greatest baseball player, Carmine Cappuccio By Steve Freker here has been plenty of discussion and reminiscing about the time the NBA’s greatest player left three world title rings behind – 30 years ago this month – to embark on a career in a second professional sport. Those of us who know local sports history are acutely aware of an unspoken “what might have been” connected to that choice. The greatest-ever NBAer’s choice undoubtedly had a direct, ripple effect on the professional career of another “greatest ever,” Malden High School legend Carmine Cappuccio. A baseball star on three difT NBA legend Michael Jordan shocked the world when in October, 1993, above, he announced he was retiring from basketball, just months after leading the Chicago Bulls to their third straight World Championship. Four months and a day later, in February, 1994, he did it again when he announced he would be pursuing a career in professional baseball. (Courtesy Photo) ferent stages – in high school, college and at times, on the pro level – Cappuccio played professional baseball longer than anyone from Malden ever: · Nine seasons · Over 800 games · More than 3,400 plate appearances and 77 homers · A career .291 batting average and 499 career RBIs Cappuccio, a 1988 Malden High School graduate and a former three-time First Team NCAA All-America selectee, played 249 games over three years at MLB’s Triple-AAA level – one step from the big leagues. But that was a big step that was never taken. Jordan shocked the world in 1994 When Michael Jordan shocked the world for the second time in four months on February 7, 1994, and announced he was coming out of retirement to take a swing at a professional baseball career, it was seismic. It made LeBron James’ “The Decision,” when he dumped Cleveland for the first time to run off to Miami in 2010, look like a runof-the-mill TMZ snippet. Jordan’s foray into the world Carmine Cappuccio, Malden High Class of 1988, played for the South Bend White Sox in his professional debut for the Chicago White Sox organization in 1992. (Courtesy Photo) of pro baseball was back in the news four years ago in 2020 due to the wildly popular, 10-part ESPN introspective on his life and career, The Last Dance. One of the installments delved into Jordan’s choice to leave basketball behind and move on to another sport. This month, February 2024, marks the 30th anniversary of that fateful decision. NBA fans, particularly those in Chicago, were already still shellshocked from Jordan’s previous news missile, which he launched one day shy of four months earlier. On October 6, 1993, he told the world he was retiring from the Chicago Bulls at the age of 31, after winning the previous three consecutive NBA World Championships. Baseball announcement came out of deep left field The baseball announcement “came out of left field,” but the stature of Jordan in the sports world – there was no one even close at the time – gave his choice instant credibility. It’s Michael Jordan, he can do anything! It certainly did not hurt that two other larger-than-life sports celebrities, Bo Jackson, of “Bo Knows everything” fame, was in the midst of a highly successful two-sport (football, until 1990; baseball, until 1994) career, as was Deion “Prime Time” Sanders. In fact, at the very time Jordan made his baseball bombshell, Jackson was a member of the Chicago White Sox organization. They would end up being in spring training together two weeks later. There were plenty of skeptics when this front-page news came out, and lots of sports fans were intrigued by the novelty of this outlandish revelation regarding the handsdown most well-known athlete in the world. Scratch that – the most famous person in the world. Between the Sarasota White Sox and South Bend White Sox, Malden’s Carmine Cappuccio had a big year in 1993. (Courtesy Photo) Then spring training started and Jordan was settling into his new role, and toward the end of the month-long session, it was made known that Jordan, who had been toiling as an outfielder, was going to be assigned to start the season with the Birmingham Barons, the White Sox Double-A affiliate in Alabama. What? Double-A? Unheard of! No player with such a dearth of experience as Jordan, despite his expected appeal for ticket sales and every other dollar that could be squeezed out of his choice, would start their career as high as Double-A. But he did. We talked about seismic occurrences earlier. Well, the tremors from this announcement traveled nearly 2,000 miles north of the White Sox spring training site in Sarasota, Fla. – all the way to Malden, Mass. Cappuccio a threesport star at Malden High A 1988 MHS graduate and the city of Malden’s only threesport All-Scholastic (baseball, basketball, football) ever for Malden High, The Boston Globe named him Massachusetts’ top student-athlete of the year. The lanky, 6-4 Cappuccio is known and considered as the best and most successful athletes in Malden High School history. He is one of only two student-athletes in the annals of Malden HS sports history to have his number (Baseball #17) retired by the Malden School Committee. The other is basketball great Willie Barron. Cappuccio’s football team was considered one of the best ever seen at Pearl Street Stadium in the 1986-1988 seasons, where he established new receiving and scoring records for a season and a career, still holding them to this day. As a 6-4 shooting guard, he bombed away for 40 three-pointers in 1987-88, a school record that still stands. In baseball, he graduated as the top Golden Tornado in pitching wins – CAPPUCCIO | SEE PAGE 15

THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, MARCH 1, 2024 Page 15 Host Haverhill stages late comeback to beat Everett in state tournament opener Crimson Tide junior Jaysaun Coggins stands out with 30-point all-around effort By Joe McConnell uesday night’s Division 1 preliminary round boys basketball game between Everett (15-6, 36th T Haverhill (10-11, 29th seed) and host seed) was everything what fans enjoy about the postseason in all sports. The Crimson Tide dominated the boards in the first half to take a 41-33 lead at halftime. But in the third quarter, the visitors were outscored, 21-14 that trimmed their eight-point advantage to one. The Hillies eventually won the close game on a late three-point shot with 6.6 seconds left on the clock, 69-67. But throughout the game, junior Jaysaun Coggins was easily the best player on the court CAPPUCCIO | FROM PAGE 14 by far (19) – and owning every single-season and career hitting record conceivable. His senior year, shortly after registering 50 hits and knocking in 51 runs in just 23 games, he had an outrageous .551 career batting average as Malden High’s best-ever baseball star. Cappuccio was awarded the Boston Globe’s inaugural award as the top male athlete in the state of Massachusetts. A stellar collegiate career followed. Baseball paid for his college education at national power Rollins College in Winter Park, Fla., where he set every hitting record there was and was a three-time NCAA Division II All-American selectee and a First Team selectee in 1989 (as just a freshman), 1990 and 1992. A freak knee injury running down to first base, legging out a single, in the first inning of the first game of his junior year, in the spring of 1991, sidelined him for the entire season after he underwent ACL repair surgery. Still, despite the injury and missing the entire season, Cappuccio was drafted in the 30th round of the Major League Baseball selection by the Chicago White Sox. Heading into his junior season, before the injury, he was a twotime NCAA All-American pick, rarely seen at any level or time in college baseball, and projected as a top three rounds pick in June 1991. The White Sox still wanted him, but did have much to offer for both teams. His constant daring trips through the lane created a defensive nightmare for the Hillies. He either scored at will on high percentage layups or forced his defenders to foul him. There’s no doubt he put on a show to remember. Coggins wasted little time to get going winning the opening tap, before scoring the first points of the game after his teammates eventually worked the ball back to him. The Tide enjoyed a 15-9 lead with 3:37 left in the opening stanza. Senior Lian Dorosario already had seven points at that point. The Tide went up 17-9 on a layup by junior Henrique Pinto. He was fouled on the play, but missed his free throw. Coggins then came up with a steal financially for the 30th round so Cappuccio continued his rehabilitation and went to earn an economics degree and play and graduate his senior year. A ninth-round draft choice by ChiSox in 1992 Fully recovered, another banner year for Cappuccio came his senior year at Rollins in 1992, with a virtually unprecedented third NCAA All-American selection and another shot at the draft. The White Sox came knocking again, selecting him in the ninth round, with the 251st overall pick. It was the highest a Malden resident had ever been drafted by a Major League Baseball franchise and the first MLB draftee from Malden – in any round– in decades. A professional baseball career awaited and Cappuccio hit the ground running, and being a polished college star at the age of 22, was assigned to the Short Season Single-A South Bend (Ind.) White Sox, in the Midwest League, in the shadow of “Touchdown Jesus,” the home of Notre Dame. There were not one, but two angles to the team Cappuccio grew up rooting for, the Boston Red Sox, that season. First, his first-ever pro baseball manager was none other than Terry “Tito” Francona, who was in his first coaching gig to boot. The other Sox angle was when Hall of Famer Carlton Fisk, then In his second season of professional baseball, Malden native Carmine Cappuccio played for the Sarasota White Sox in Single-A ball to start the season. (Courtesy Photo) with the White Sox, showed up one day during that 1992 season in South Bend on a rehab stint. Fisk proceeded to hit a home run in the first of three games he played, his first minor league round-tripper since 1971. Cappuccio was doing fine in his pro debut season. He was leading the South Bend Sox in hitting as the season was winding down, at a .291 clip in a platooning role in the outfield and at designated hitter. In early August, he was shipped farther east to the Utica (N.Y.) Blue Sox, along with teammate and future 17year major leaguer Mike Cameron, to bolster their bench for a playoff run. After an offseason working out in the Malden area with that resulted in another two points for him, and a 19-9 Everett lead. A short time later, he buried a three to put his teammates up, 22-12. He then tacked on two free throws to increase the margin of difference to 12, 24-12. The local quintet led after one quarter, 26-17. Both teams basically traded baskets in the second quarter that was highlighted by a thunderous dunk by Coggins, which brought the house down. Once again, Everett carried a 41-33 lead into the break. But the Hillies geared up its intensity on defense in the third quarter to pretty much make it an even game. It stayed that way, and with 35.6 seconds left in the game they employed a full-court press that caused a five-second inbounds violation on Everett. As a result, it turned the ball back over to the home team. They were trailing by one, 67-66, but that changed quickly with that aforementioned three-pointer. Coggins was the game high scorer with 30 points. Dorosario was next in line with 11. Jevaun Berberena and Tyson Chhun each accounted for seven. Allsin Desruisseaux netted six. Lesion Ruiz scored four points. Pinto ended up with two points. Seniors Vessenchy Jean, Steve Nunes, Desruisseaux, Dorosario and Ruiz unfortunately played their last game for the Tide, but what a way to go out. It was a postseason game that will be talked about for years to come by the hundreds of fans who were there if for nothing else but for its sheer intensity and drama. First-year head coach Gerard Boyce will welcome back six next year with varsity experience, led by Coggins, who brought the crowd to its feet with that slam dunk after driving the lane with dogged determination midway through the second quarter. Prior to the state tournament game, Boyce said he couldn’t have been happier with the play of his team this year. “I’m extremely proud of the boys,” he said. “They have given me all they have in them, and then some.” And there’s much more to come next year with the likes of Coggins back to lead the way as a senior varsity veteran. renowned hitting instructor Walt Hriniak, Cappuccio went off to his first spring training with Chicago in February, 1993 in Sarasota. He showed enough to be placed on the High Single-A roster of the Sarasota White Sox, but after a slow start which saw him slip under .200, he was placed back in South Bend with newly-named Silver Hawks and a new manager, Tony Franklin. Big season in 1993 at South Bend for Malden slugger Cappuccio thrived that 1993 season, establishing himself as an up-and-coming White Sox hitting prospect, helping lead South Bend to a Midwest League Championship. He hit .305 with four homers and 52 RBIs in 101 games. He was among the team leaders in extra base hits (26 doubles, 6 triples) and led all everyday players in OPS (.813). Cappuccio was a key man in a strong outfield contingent which included the likes of Cameron and another future major leaguer, Jimmy Hurst, who hit 20 home runs that season. The next season, in spring of 1994, looked like it could be a big one as to moving up the Chicago White Sox baseball ladder... for all three prospects. Coming next week, Part 2: How Michael Jordan’s foray into professional baseball 25 years ago in 1994 had a ripple effect locally

Page 16 THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, MARCH 1, 2024 Everett’s Betty McNeil turns 100 ~ Everett Public Libraries Calendar of Events ~ March 4–9, 2024 Parlin Adult and Teens Take-Home Bookmark Ward 1 Councillor Wayne Matewsky and State Representative Joe McGonagle with Elizabeth “Betty” McNeil and her family: Patricia McNeil, Karen McNeil, Joan Cliff ord, Shauna Caterino, Dan Caterino, Denise McNeil and Lou McNeil. (Courtesy photo) E lizabeth “Betty” McNeil, an outstanding member of the Everett community, reached the centennial milestone on December 29. She celebrated turning 100 in the presence of family and friends with a great party. State Representative Joe McGonagle was on hand to present her with an offi cial Massachusetts House of Representatives Resolution that was passed by the House in session. The Resolution, which honors her legacy and thanks her for her commitment to Everett and the Commonwealth, will live forever in the annals of the House of Representatives. “I’ve known Mrs. McNeil a long time and she is one incredible woman,” said Rep. McGonagle. “Her commitment to her family and her community are unparalleled and she’s certainly a force to be reckoned with. We are lucky to have her Kits: Adult Circulation Desk, all month long – Double the Books, Double the Fun! Take home two books and snag a free take-home bookmark kit just for you. It’s a literary treat you won’t want to miss! First come, fi rst served. Generously funded by the Friends of the Everett Public Libraries. Yarn Club: Parlin Fireplace Room, Tuesday, March 5, at 7 p.m. Come chit-chat and stitch! Bring your crocheting, knitting or any other yarn craft and sit and socialize with other members of the crafting community. Recommended for ages 14-109! Chess Club: Parlin Fireplace Room, Wednesday, March 6, at 3 p.m. Play, learn and practice chess. All ages and skills welcome! Parlin Children’s Lego Club: Parlin Chil“Betty” McNeil and her son, Lou McNeil. (Courtesy photo) in Everett and I want to thank her for all she’s done. Happy Birthday Mrs. McNeil!” Some of the accomplishments cited in the Resolution are being a longstanding member of the Everett Democratic Committee, her time as a volunteer at Boston by Foot and as a reading mentor at the Whittier School, the Elizabeth McNeil scholarship fund at Everett High School, her earning a bachelor’s degree from Harvard University at the age of 82 and raising four children. Everett resident named to AIC Athletic Director’s 3.0 Club – Fall 2023 A merican International College (AIC) congratulated student-athlete Yasmeen Guerrier of Everett, Mass., for induction into the Athletic Director’s 3.0 Club for the Fall 2023 semester. In a ceremony held at the Butova Gymnasium on February 14, 2024, Athletics Director Jessica Chapin honored Guerrier as among more than 300 student-athletes who have achieved a commendable cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher during their tenure at AIC. Guerrier is majoring in Physical Therapy. The primary objective for these students is to stand as academic role models, inspiring fellow student-athletes with their achievements and dedication! Founded in 1885, AIC is a private, co-educational, doctoral granting institution located in Springfield, Mass., comprising the School of Business, Arts and Sciences, the School of Education and the School of Health Sciences. AIC supports and advances education, diversity and opportunity for its students and the community. Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day with the Council on Aging All are welcome to enjoy food, fun and dancing E verett, MA – Mayor Carlo DeMaria is pleased to announce the City of Everett’s Council on Aging will host a St. Patrick’s Day party on Friday, March 15, at 12 p.m., at the Connolly Center (90 Chelsea St.). Attendees will enjoy a lunch consisting of a corned beef and Swiss sandwich on a bulky roll with a side of coleslaw and a bag of potato chips. Coff ee and dessert will be served, along with a couple surprises. Everett’s own DJ Tommy Sheehan will play the tunes that will get you moving throughout the event. Ticket sales begin Monday, Feb. 12, and will be ongoing at the Connolly Center until Friday, March 8. For more information, please call 617-3942323 directly and ask for Cathi or Joanne. dren’s Room, Monday, March 4, from 3-5 p.m. Come to the Children’s Room after school on Mondays for some free Lego building fun. Open to all ages; children under six years old must be accompanied by an adult. No registration required. Storytime and Singalong: Parlin Children’s Room, Wednesday, March 6, at 11 a.m. with Karen; Thursday, March 7, and Friday, March 8, at 11 a.m. with Mrs. McAuliff e. Join us for a fun-fi lled morning of singing and storytelling with Karen and Mrs. McAuliff e. Suggested ages: newborn to six. Drama Class: Parlin Children’s Room, Wednesday, March 6, at 3 p.m. Do you have a drama queen or king at home? Drama Class in the Parlin Children’s Department is the perfect opportunity for your child to put those acting skills to use with our drama coach! Suggested ages: six to 14. Storytime and Crafting: Parlin Children’s Room, Thursday, March 7, at 3 p.m. Join us for a read aloud and craft project in the Children’s Room. Fluency Fun Friday: Parlin Children’s Room, Friday, March 8, at 3 p.m. Drop by the Children’s Room for a selection of fun fl uency table games with Mrs. McAuliff e. Suggested ages: fi ve to 11. Shute Adult and Teens Take-Home Bookmark Kits: Adult Circulation Desk, all month long – Double the Books, Double the Fun! Take home two books and snag a free take-home bookmark kit just for you. It’s a literary treat you won’t want to miss! First come, fi rst served. Generously funded by the Friends of the Everett Public Libraries. Resume Writing: Shute Adult Department. Do you need help sprucing up an old resume or creating a new one? Sign up for a 30-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 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 617394-2308 for the Shute Library to register. For Advertising with Results, call The Advocate Newspapers

THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, MARCH 1, 2024 Page 17 GET A FREE SUBSCRIPTION TO MASSTERLIST – Join more than 22,000 people, from movers and shakers to political junkies and interested citizens, who start their weekday morning with MASSterList—the popular newsletter that chronicles news and informed analysis about what’s going on up on Beacon Hill, in Massachusetts politics, policy, media and influence. The stories are drawn from major news organizations as well as specialized publications. MASSterlist will be e-mailed to you FREE every Monday through Friday morning and will give you a leg up on what’s happening in the blood sport of Bay State politics. For more information and to get your free subscription, go to: https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/su/aPTLucK THE HOUSE AND SENATE: There were no roll calls in the House or Senate last week. Beacon Hill Roll Call’s research shows that so far there are at least eleven bills that have been approved unanimously by the Senate in 2023 but are languishing in the House Ways and Means Committee as of February 23, 2024. With no opposition in the Senate, observers question why the bills have not yet been considered and approved by the House. Under House rules, any individual representative can move to discharge any and all if these bills from the Ways and Means Committee. There is a 7-day waiting period prior to the House considering the motion to discharge. The discharge motion must receive a majority vote of the members present. If the measure is discharged from the committee, the committee has four days within which to report out the measure for placement on the House’s agenda for action. A bill may also be discharged from the Ways and Means Committee by any representative by filing a petition signed by a majority of the House. The bill would then be discharged seven days later and go onto the House agenda for the next session. A state representative who spoke on the condition of anonymity told Beacon Hill Roll Call that some bills are sometimes held up in committee because someone in a high position of power either inside or outside the Statehouse is opposed to it. “Rank and file members have little control over the bill if a powerful person wants the measure buried,” said the legislator. Beacon Hill Roll Call By Bob Katzen An ex-state representative who wished to remain anonymous said, “Although under House rules, every representative has the power to attempt to discharge a bill, hardly any attempt is made to do this out of fear of alienating the powerful speaker, his leadership team and committee chairs.” Beacon Hill Roll Call’s archives show that motions to discharge a bill from a committee and bring it to the full House for debate and a vote were a common practice back in the 1970s and 1980s. Beacon Hill Roll Call contacted the House Speaker’s office and and asked why the bills are still in committee. We received this e-mail response: “Each of those bills are currently being reviewed by the House, with a continued focus on fiscal responsibility,” said Max Ratner, a spokesman for House Speaker Ron Mariano (D-Quincy). He also cited three important bills that were approved by the House in November 2023, December 2023 and January 2024 and are in the Senate Ways and Means Committee awaiting action. Beacon Hill Roll Call will report on those bills in a future report. Here are five of the important bills that were approved unanimously by the Senate and are currently in the House Ways and Means Committee: GENDER X (S 2429) On July 27, 2023, the Senate 39-0, approved and sent to the House a bill that would allow Bay Staters to choose the gender-neutral designation “X” in lieu of “male” or “female” on their birth certificates and marriage certificates. Another provision in the bill codifies into law a current practice that allows individuals to select “X” as their gender designation on their driver’s license, learner’s permit, identification card and liquor purchase identification card. In addition, current state law requires medical documentation in order to change a gender designation on a birth certificate. The bill does away with that requirement. Similar proposals were approved by the Senate during the 2018, 2020 and 2022 sessions but died from inaction in the House. “People know what gender they are,” said sponsor Sen. Jo Comerford (D-Northampton). “This bill affirms the ability of people to choose a non-binary gender option on state documents and forms, which would align the commonwealth with many other states that have adopted this designation …Together, with our partners in the House, we will continue to move our commonwealth to embrace this basic human right.” “Giving people the opportunity to be who they are is a human right and one that we are proud to extend to every member of the commonwealth, regardless of how they identify,” said Senate President Karen Spilka (D-Ashland) who first introduced the bill in 2017. “Allowing a nonbinary option for state licenses and birth certificates is fundamental to building a society that welcomes, protects and respects all individuals … I am as hopeful as ever that Massachusetts will be able to enshrine this change into our state laws this session and continue welcoming everyone into our commonwealth with open arms.” Although no senators voted against the bill, there was opposition from some outside groups. Catholic Action League Executive Director C.J. Doyle called the bill a “malign, non-rational proposal” that will “require the state to affirm and give legal sanction to the ideologically driven delusion that gender is a subjective social construct, which can be altered arbitrarily and capriciously, rather than what it is, which is an objective and immutable biological reality.” “It will make government a party to this delusion,” continued Doyle. “It will confuse and falsify public records and compel government employees to participate in this falsification. It will result in discrimination in public employment against those who hold a traditional understanding of reality and will make the investigation of offenders more difficult for law enforcement. Section 4 of the bill will essentially empower government bureaucrats who administer programs for youth to proselytize the minors in their care for so-called gender transitioning.” (A “Yes” vote is for the bill.) Sen. Sal DiDomenico Yes MAKE OBTAINING ID CARDS EASIER FOR HOMELESS PERSONS(S 2251) On July 27, 2023, the Senate 38-0, approved and sent to the House legislation that would make it easier for homeless youth and adults to secure free state ID cards. Supporters said that currently a person experiencing homelessness faces prohibitive fees and documentation requirements when trying to obtain an ID card. They noted that this legislation removes those barriers by eliminating fees and only requiring that applicants present documentation showing that they are currently receiving services provided by the state, a homeless service provider or another service provider. They argued that ID cards are necessary for applying for jobs, enrolling in school, interacting with law enforcement, accessing government buildings, opening financial accounts and many other basic services that many take for granted. “When we listen to our homeless youth about the challenges they face, there is a common denominator and that is access to identification,” said Sen. Robyn Kennedy (D-Worcester), the Senate sponsor of the bill. “Having proper identification is the foundation to accessing food, shelter and employment opportunities, while also breaking the cycle of poverty.” “Fees and documentation are not just barriers to identification,” saidSenate President Karen Spilka (D-Ashland). “By extension, they are barriers to getting a job, accessing healthcare and applying for services—the most basic of necessities. These barriers harm the most vulnerable people in our commonwealth and eliminating them is a compassionate step that makes the path to stability a little bit easier.” (A “Yes” vote is for the bill.) Sen. Sal DiDomenico Yes MENSTRUAL PRODUCTS (S 2491) On October 26, 2023, the Senate 38-0, approved and sent to the House a bill that would require all prisons, homeless shelters and K-12 schools to maintain free menstrual products, including sanitary napkins, tampons and underwear liners in private and public restrooms and to make them available in a “convenient manner that does not stigmatize any persons seeking the products.” Supporters said that according to the Massachusetts Menstrual Equity Coalition, approximately one in seven children in Massachusetts is living in poverty and struggles to pay for menstrual products. They argued that research shows that the inability to access menstrual products affects students’ class attendance. They also noted that women facing homelessness or who are incarcerated face high barriers to access, with Massachusetts shelters reporting that menstrual products are among the least donated items. They argued that restricted access in shelters and correctional facilities means that products can be used as bargaining chips and tools of control for people in vulnerable circumstances. “I learned about this issue from young people in Medford High School, Somerville High School and Cambridge Rindge and Latin who took leadership at the local level to make menstrual hygiene products available in their own communities,” said sponsor Sen. Pat Jehlen (D-Somerville). “This is a true grassroots movement starting with girls talking about their experiences of missing valuable class time or feeling embarrassed to access products during the school day. These conversations have already started to change the culture and have motivated us to expand this across the state.” “Period products are not luxuries, but necessities required for people’s basic needs, health and hygiene,” said Sen. Julian Cyr (D-Truro), Senate Chair of the Committee on Public Health. “Today’s passage of the … bill affirms that women and all menstruating people deserve access to menstrual products. An inaccessibility of period products speaks to the longstanding and persistent misogyny in our society, a bias that intersects with inequalities in housing, education, socioeconomics and beyond. By ensuring better access to these products, we support further access to essential health needs regardless of our situation in life.” During floor debate, Cyr sarcastically commented, “I think it’s pretty obvious that if most men could menstruate, these products would be as ubiquitous and free as toilet paper.” (A “Yes” vote is for the bill.) Sen. Sal DiDomenico Yes HIV PREVENTION DRUGS (S 2480) On October 26, 2023 the Senate 38-0, approved and sent to the House a bill that would allow pharmacists to prescribe, dispense and administer a short-term supply (60-days once in a twoyear period) of HIV prevention drugs, known as pre-exBEACON | SEE PAGE 18

Page 18 THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, MARCH 1, 2024 BEACON | FROM PAGE 17 posure prophylaxis (PrEP), to a patient without a prescription. The bill requires pharmacists to provide counseling to the patient regarding the use of PrEP, to inform the patient’s primary care doctor that the pharmacist has prescribed the drug and to connect patients without a primary care provider with a health care provider for ongoing care and to obtain a prescription for PrEP. Under the bill, pharmacists could only prescribe PrEP to patients who have tested negative for HIV within the past seven days, do not have HIV symptoms and are not taking medications that are not safe to use with PrEP. Supporters say that PrEP is a life-saving medication that is nearly 100 percent eff ective in stopping the transmission of HIV. They note that under current law, individuals who take PrEP must make an appointment and go through their doctor, a barrier that can stand in the way for people who need the medication on short notice, cannot make an appointment or cannot access medical care. “PrEP is a game changer in HIV prevention. Yet, while this life-saving medication reduces the risk of transmission by 99 percent, it remains inaccessible for too many,” said sponsor Public Health Care chair Sen. Julian Cyr. “Allowing pharmacists to prescribe and dispense PrEP on a shortterm basis, similar to what’s already allowed for contraceptives, would significant- 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. MI98P1919EP Estate of: ANTONIO RALPH GIAMPIETRI Also known as: ANTONIO GIAMPIETRI Date of Death: 01/15/1997 CITATION ON PETITION FOR FORMAL ADJUDICATION To all interested persons: A petition for S/A - Formal Probate of Will with Appointment of Personal Representative has been filed by Jean Chronowski of Everett, MA requesting that the Court enter a formal Decree and Order and for such other relief as requested in the Petition. The Petitioner requests that: Jean Chronowski of Everett, MA be appointed as Personal Representative(s) of said estate to serve Without Surety on the bond in unsupervised administration. IMPORTANT NOTICE You have the right to obtain a copy of the Petition from the Petitioner or at the Court. You have a right to object to this proceeding. To do so, you or your attorney must file a written appearance and objection at this Court before: 10:00 a.m. on the return day of 03/22/2024. This is NOT a hearing date, but a deadline by which you must file a written appearance and objection if you object to this proceeding. If you fail to file a timely written appearance and objection followed by an affidavit of objections within thirty (30) days of the return day, action may be taken without further notice to you. UNSUPERVISED ADMINISTRATION UNDER THE MASSACHUSETTS UNIFORM PROBATE CODE (MUPC) A Personal Representative appointed under the MUPC in an unsupervised administration is not required to file an inventory or annual accounts with the Court. Persons interested in the estate are entitled to notice regarding the administration directly from the Personal Representative and may petition the Court in any matter relating to the estate, including the distribution of assets and expenses of administration. WITNESS, Hon. Terri L. Klug Cafazzo, First Justice of this Court. Date: February 23, 2024 TARA E. DeCRISTOFARO REGISTER OF PROBATE March 01, 2024 ly increase the accessibility of this essential HIV prevention tool. With greater access to PrEP we can narrow the gap in PrEP utilization among LGBTQ+ people of color. I am someone who uses PrEP and most of my gay, bisexual and queer friends rely on it too. With this legislation, we are once again putting people at the center of our public health policy. I’m thrilled it has passed the Senate.” “When someone is ready to begin PrEP, it is crucial that they are able to [do so] as soon as possible,” said Carrie Richgels, Manager of Policy and Advocacy at Fenway Health. “At Fenway Health, we regularly work to overcome barriers that patients face due to trauma, stigma and discrimination. We know from experience that to overcome these obstacles we must meet people where they are and build trust. Trust is essential to getting people on PrEP, and a local pharmacy can provide a lower threshold of access and can be a trusted access point for those who may face discrimination in traditional healthcare settings.” (A “Yes” vote is for the bill.) Sen. Sal DiDomenico Yes PHARMACEUTICAL ACCESS, COSTS AND TRANSPARENCY (S 2520) On November 15, 2023, the Senate 39-0, approved and sent to the House a bill that supporters say would make major changes and reforms to the state’s pharmaceutical system by “lowering the cost of drugs at the pharmacy counter and improving oversight of the pharmaceutical industry.” “The Senate has made pharmaceutical cost containment and oversight a priority for a long time, and I’m proud that we’ve had the opportunity to pass this bill in three consecutive sessions, improving it as we learn more and more about the industry,” said Sen. Cindy Friedman (D-Arlington), Senate chair of the Committee on Health Care Financing. “While we are supportive of the work of the pharmaceutical industry, we also know that far too many Massachusetts residents are struggling to access lifesaving, essential medication due to outrageous and skyrocketing costs. [This legislation] will provide necessary transparency and oversight measures, so that consumers can trust that this system is putting patients and their health before profi ts.” “I am pleased the Senate BEACON | SEE PAGE 20 Say nr Sa a y Senior Seni by Jim Miller How to Divide Your Personal Possessions Without Dividing the Family Dear Savvy Senior, Do you have any suggestions on divvying up my personal possessions to my kids after I’m gone without causing hard feelings or confl ict? I have a lot of jewelry, art, family heirlooms and antique furniture, and four grown kids that don’t always see eye-toeye on things. Confl icted Parent Dear Confl icted, Divvying up personal possessions among adult children or other loved ones can often be a tricky task. Deciding who should get what without showing favoritism, hurting someone’s feelings or causing a feud can be diffi cult, even for close-knit families who enter the process with the best of intentions. Here are a few tips to consider that can help you divide your stuff with minimal confl ict. Sweating the Small Stuff For starters, you need to be aware that it’s usually the small, simple items of little monetary value that aren’t mentioned in your will that cause the most confl icts. This is because the value we attach to the small personal possessions is usually sentimental or emotional, and because the simple items are the things that most families fail to talk about. Family battles can also escalate over whether things are being divided fairly by monetary value. So, for items of higher value like your jewelry, antiques and art, consider getting an appraisal to assure fair distribution. To locate an appraiser in your area, try ISA-appraisers.org, Appraisers.org or AppraisersAssociation.org. Dividing Fairly The best solution for passing along your personal possessions is for you to go through your house with your kids or other heirs either separately or all at once to fi nd out which items they would like to inherit and why. They may have some emotional attachment to something you’re not aware of. If more than one child wants the same thing, you’ll have to make the ultimate decision. Then you need to sit down and make a list of who gets what on paper, signed, dated and referenced in your will. You can revise it anytime you want. You may also want to consider writing an additional letter or create an audio or video recording that further explains your intentions. You can also specify a strategy for divvying up the rest of your property. Here are some popular methods that are fair and reasonable: Take turns choosing: Use a round-robin process where your kids take turns choosing the items they would like to have. If who goes fi rst becomes an issue, they can always flip a coin or draw straws. Also, to help simplify things, break down the dividing process room-by-room, versus tackling the entire house. To keep track of who gets what, either make a list or use adhesive dots with a color assigned to each person to tag the item. Have a family auction: Give each person involved the same amount of play money or use virtual points or poker chips to bid on the items they want. Use online resources: For families who want help or live far apart, there are webbased resources like FairSplit. com that can assist with the dividing process. For more tips, see “Who Gets Grandma’s Yellow Pie Plate?” at YellowPiePlate.umn. edu. This is a resource created by the University of Minnesota Extension Service that offers a free video and detailed workbook for $12.50 that gives pointers to help families discuss property distribution issues and lists important factors to keep in mind that can help you avoid or manage confl ict. It’s also very important that you discuss your plans in advance with your kids so they can know ahead what to expect. Or you may even want to start distributing some of your items now, while you are still alive. 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, MARCH 1, 2024 Page 19 $750K | FROM PAGE 3 federal dollars will help address the growing flood risk for environmental justice communities in Chelsea and Everett, which are home to critical food distribution and energy infrastructure. “Our growing climate crisis is a racial, economic, and public health issue that requires bold, intersectional investments to confront it head on,” said Congresswoman Pressley. “With environmental justice communities like Chelsea and Everett at increased risk of flooding and other climate-related disaster, I’m proud to deliver this federal funding to help protect residents from the long-term impact of climate change. I thank City Manager Maltez, Mayor DeMaria, and all of our advocates for their close partnership in bringing this vital project to fruition.” “The Island End River flood barrier will protect thousands of residents in our communities and billions of dollars in infrastructure,” said Chelsea City Manager Fidel Maltez. “Chelsea has been working hard to close this flood pathway for years now, and the Community Project Funding that Congresswoman Pressley brought to the project has been critical to moving it forward. This is the kind of federal support that will ensure we are ready to meet the challenges climate change will create locally, and that our community is still thriving fifty years from now.” “I appreciate CongresswomDIBIASO | FROM PAGE 1 standout quarterback at EHS – a position his dad played with proficiency in the 1970s, when his grandfather was the Tide’s head coach – after leading two Huskie Pop Warner squads to the national championship game at Disney World in Orlando, Fla. Among his accomplishments on the Crimson Tide campus, the lefty signal caller was a two-time All-Scholastic. During his high school career, he threw for 103 touchdown passes, which set a new standard for excellence in the state. He also holds the single-season state record for passing touchdowns with 44 that he accomplished in 2011, his senior year. He broke his own record of 43 that he established as a junior. During his junior and senior campaigns (2010-2011), he helped guide those clubs to 25 straight wins and back-toback Super Bowl titles. He was chosen the Massachusetts Gatorade Football Player of the Year after his senior season. an Pressley prioritizing the funding needs for this project given all the compelling requests her office receives for earmarks,” said Everett Mayor Carlo DeMaria. “I also would like to thank our partners in Chelsea for their collaboration with the shared understanding of the importance of building resiliency against increasing threats of coastal flooding and the risks that our communities would face to public infrastructure and critical economic areas without this important work being done.” “This is an enormous project that has required leadership at every level, from community groups to Congresswoman Pressley,” said the Mystic River Watershed Association’s Senior Policy Advisor, Julie Wormser. “We’re so grateful that she and others have stepped up in such a major way to protect residents and our regional food security from increasingly damaging coastal flooding.” According to pressley.house. gov, “Rep. Pressley secured the federal funding for the Island End River Project in the government spending package that passed Congress and was signed into law by President Biden in March 2022. In Fiscal Years 2022 and 2023, Rep. Pressley has secured tens of millions in federal funding for 25 community projects across the Massachusetts 7th Congressional District, capping off years of advocacy by the Congresswoman and local leaders.” OBITUARIES Florence J. Leone O f Everett Ma (formerly East Cambridge) Passed aw ay peace - fully at home s u r - round - ed by Family on February 22, 2024 at the age of 96. She was the beloved wife of the late Ralph Leone and loving mother to Paul Leone of Everett, Linda Leone of Everett and Paula Fiumara of Billerica. Florence was predeceased by her parents Frederick and Carmela Aufiero, her sisters Josephine Tammaro, Angela Lembo, Minnie Toscano and her brother Adam Aufiero. She is also survived by her granddaughter and many nieces and nephews. Florence worked at Star Market in Everett and Somerville. Provided a loving home to her husband and three children. She was an amazing cook and would make wonderful family meals from scratch. Florence also enjoyed trips, traveling and the occasional trip to Casinos. She also enjoyed quality time with family and friends playing cards. Funeral was from the Salvatore Rocco & Sons Funeral Home, Everett on Thursday, February 29th. Interment was at Woodlawn Cemetery in Everett. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in Florence’s memory to the Joslin Diabetes Center. Roberta Robertson O f Everett. Passed away at Whidden Memorial Hospital on February 18, 2024 at the age of 83. Beloved wife of the late Charles Robertson. Roberta is survived by her thr ee daught e r s Maryellen and her husb a n d Paul Evans, Roberta and her fiance Richard Hardy & Donna Florentino. Beloved Grandmother of Maryellen Florentino, Robert Florentino, Jessi Silvestre and Charles Evans. Great-grandmother of Leilani and Luca. She was also a second MOM to many. Funeral was from the Salvatore Rocco & Sons Funeral Home, Everett on Saturday, February 24th , followed by a Prayer Service in the funeral home. Interment was private. Charles “Chuckie” Sachetta ifelong resident of Everett, Charles “Chuckie” Sachetta, died on February 16, 2024. L 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 March 18, 2024 at 6:00 PM, Everett City Hall, 3rd Floor George Keverian Hearing Room. All interested parties may attend and opinions will be heard regarding the following petition. Whereas a petition has been presented by: Property Address: Map/Parcel: 181 Bradford St. Everett, MA 02149 B0-06-000133 Person Requesting: Ramon Brando 118 Irving St. Everett, MA 02149 PROPOSAL: Renovate two-family dwelling to create a three-family dwelling. The dwelling is 4,651 sq ft according to Rise Architecture on a lot that is 5,624 sq ft according to Scott M. Cerrato professional land surveyor. Reason for Denial: 1. Section 4.B.2.c. The FAR comes out to .82. It shall not exceed .5 for three-family dwellings and above. A variance is required. 2. Section 4.B.3 Height: No structure shall exceed the average height of buildings within two hundred (200) feet of the lot. A variance is required. MARY GERACE- Chairman ROBERTA SUPPA - Clerk of Board of Appeals March 1, 8, 2024 He was the husband of the late Elaine Sachetta (Jaskun). He is survived by his three daughters, Marie Schnee of Lancaster, Pennsylvania, Laura Holmes of Tewksbury, Paula Arinello of Lowell. The son of the late Charles and Ida (Puopolo) Sachetta.; brother of the late Thomas Sachetta and John Sachetta. He is survived by his brothers James Sachetta of Everett, and Paul Sachetta of Reading. For more information, please visit www.roccofuneralhomes. com

Page 20 THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, MARCH 1, 2024 BEACON | FROM PAGE 18 has passed this crucial prescription drug legislation,” said Sen. Mike Rodrigues (D-Westport), Chair of the Senate Committee on Ways and Means. “Healthcare is all about accessibility and affordability, and this reform-minded consumer focused bill will allow increased access to prescription drugs while also considerably driving down the cost of everyday medications.” (A “Yes” vote is for the bill.) Sen. Sal DiDomenico Yes ALSO UP ON BEACON HILL INCREASE FINES FOR VIOLATING HANDICAPPED PARKING (H 3261) – The House gave initial approval to a proposal that would allow cities and towns to increase the current $300 maximum fine for parking illegally in a parking space reserved for handicapped persons. That $300 fine is set by the state and goes into the municipalities’ General Fund. The measure would allow cities and towns to impose an additional $450 fine - making the total fine $750. The additional $450 would be placed into a specialized local account to be used for Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) upgrades in the city or town where the violation occurred. The original $300 fine would still go into the community’s General Fund. “In my district and across the state, cities and towns through commissions on disabilities have plans to make their communities more accessible,” said sponsor Rep. Bruce Ayers (D-Quincy). “However, oftentimes a lack of funding prevents them from enacting their plans. This bill allows them to place some of the financial burden on the backs of those who violate the laws that exist to protect the rights of people with disabilities, and to provide for greater opportunities of access.” CHANGE ARCHAIC LANGUAGE REFERRING TO PERSONS WITH DISABILITIES (H 4396) – The House gave initial approval to a bill that would modernize written state laws to reflect the evolution of terminology relating to persons with disabilities. Changes include replacing “handicapped persons” with “persons with disabilities,” replacing “the mentally retarded” with “persons with an intellectual disability,” replacing “retarded children” with “children with an intellectual disability” and replacing “disabled American veterans” with “American veterans with disabilities.” Supporters said the primary objective of the bill is to identify and eliminate outdated, archaic language from the General Laws of Massachusetts and replace it with more respectful, person-first language. They noted that once the archaic language was found, they contacted the relevant state agency or office to confirm that the bill would have no unforeseen consequences, such as impacting funding or access to services. “Modernizing state statutes to reflect the evolution of terminology relating to persons with disabilities is an essential step the commonwealth can take to reflect the respect that we should have for all residents,” said sponsor Rep. Mike Finn (D-West Springfield). “Getting the bill to this point is a result of collaboration between many executive offices, stakeholders and legislative committees.My hope is that the latest version of the bill will pass legislative scrutiny and reach the finish line this session.Working on this bill in particular has been an honor because it represents my own personal beliefs about how every individual in this commonwealth deserves to be treated with dignity.” NOAH FERNANDES MITOCHONDRIAL AWARENESS DAY (H 4140) – The House gave initial approval to a bill designating the Friday of the third full week of September as Noah Fernandes Mitochondrial Disease Awareness Day, 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 March 18, 2024 at 6:00 PM, Everett City Hall, 3rd Floor George Keverian Hearing Room. All interested parties may attend and opinions will be heard regarding the following petition. Whereas a petition has been presented by: Property Address: Map/Parcel: District 19 Paris St. K0-08-000006 Industrial Limited Person Requesting: Gabriel Silva 19 Paris St. Everett, MA 02149 PROPOSAL: Demolish existing two –family structure and construct five-unit townhouse structures. Reason for Denial: The existing residential use is not permitted use in the Industrial Limited District. According to Section 21.A of the Zoning Ordinance This use predates current zoning requirements and is therefore a lawfully preexisting, nonconforming use. Pursuant to Section 3.C of the Zoning Ordinance, a special permit from the Zoning Board of Appeals is required to reconstruct, alter or extend a preexisting, nonconforming use. Please also note that the project will require site plan approval from the Planning Board. MARY GERACE- Chairman ROBERTA SUPPA - Clerk of Board of Appeals March 1, 8, 2024 in recognition of the Team Noah Foundation, whose goal is to alleviate the financial and emotional stress by providing transportation and home improvements to families with children who are affected by Mitochondrial Disease and other developmental disabilities. “Noah Fernandes was the son of a friend, Victor Fernandes, who is a business leader in New Bedford and very involved in our community,” said sponsor Rep. Tony Cabral (D-New Bedford). “Noah was diagnosed with Melas, one of the most severe forms of Mitochondrial disease when he was five years old. For the next 10 years, Noah’s muscular and mental condition deteriorated as juvenile dementia overtook his body and left him unable to move or speak until he passed away at age 15.” Cabral continued, “Within their grief, Victor and Noah’s mom, Christine Fernandes, launched the Team Noah Foundation – a non-profit which helps the families of severely disabled children with conversion projects to make their homes more handicap-accessible and to help provide specialized vans, bicycles and other transportation needs. The Team Noah Foundation also was the driving force behind the Noah’s Place Playground in New Bedford which is the largest and most inclusive playground in New England. Given the great work that the Team Noah Foundation does, in the memory of Noah Fernandes, it seemed only fitting to acknowledge this and bring awareness of this disease to the state level.” MARIJUANA AND FIRST RESPONDERS (S 48) – The Committee on Cannabis Policy has given a favorable report and recommended passage of a measure that would require the Cannabis Control Commission and the Executive Office of Public Safety and Security to study and report to the Legislature on the barriers that first responders face about their legal right to use cannabis. “As we move away from cannabis prohibition, we should ensure we do not hold on to pre-existing, bias-driven bans,” said sponsor Sen. Julian Cyr (D-Truro). “I filed [the bill] to investigate the existing barriers to first responders’ legal right to use cannabis … The bill would also explore the effectiveness of cannabis in treating anxiety, depression, stress, PTSD and other traumas.” DECLARE RACISM AS A PUBLIC HEALTH CRISIS (S 1412) – The Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities Committee gave a favorable report and recommended passage of legislation that would declare racism as a public health crisis and direct the Office 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. FREE DIAPERS (H 149) – Another proposal given a favorable report by the Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities Committee would create a pilot program to provide free diapers to low-income families at food pantries. “Access to new, clean diapers is necessary to preserve our babies’ health,” says sponsor Sen. Joan Lovely (D-Salem). “No parent should have to resort to reusing soiled diapers due to an inability to pay or have to undergo further economic hardships to acquire diapers. This legislation puts the well-being of our infants and families where it should be, at the forefront.” AMERICAN SIGN LANGUAGE (S 2589) – The Education Committee gave a favorable report BEACON | SEE PAGE 21

THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, MARCH 1, 2024 Page 21 BEACON | FROM PAGE 20 to and recommended passage of a measure that would require that American Sign Language (ASL) be taught in all Bay State public elementary and secondary schools to increase interactions between hearing persons and deaf and hard-of-hearing persons, as well as children with autism. Current law allows but does not require schools to teach ASL. “I sponsored the legislation to promote greater equity and inclusion in our public school systems,” said Sen. 1. The name of the 1969 Woody Allen film “Play It Again, Sam” was inspired by a line in what movie? 2. On March 1, 2007, the Swiss Army accidently invaded across an unmarked border into what country that also borders Austria? 3. What Irishman wrote, in “The Picture of Dorian Gray” (1890), “There is only one thing in the world worse than being talked about, and that is not being talked about”? 4. Who was the lone survivor of the wreck of the Pequod? 5. On March 2, 1789, what state founded by a Quaker revoked its ban on theatre performances? 6. How many inches wide is a regulation basketball hoop: 18, 20 or 22? 7. What does a paleographer study? 8. Bibendum (or Bib) is the mascot of the Michelin tire company and what else? 9. March 3 is a national day to celebrate what lean bacon that is usually round? 10. About how many gallons of maple sap are used to make a gallon of syrup? 11. On March 4, 1922, at the BerJake Oilveira (D-Ludlow). “In lin Zoological Garden, what film – the first about vampires – premiered? 12. What alleged 1892 murderess inspired a punk musical? 13. Why did a bloodless “war” between the Netherlands and the Isles of Scilly last for 335 years (1651-1986)? 14. Women first participated in Olympic swimming in what year: 1897, 1912 or 1922? 15. On March 5, 1868, the impeachment trial of what president began? 16. What 1800’s Boston-born poet/minister/abolitionist stated, “Our life is March weather, savage and serene in one hour”? 17. What is the fastest fly: dragonfly, horsefly or mosquito? 18. On March 6, 1997, who began the first official royal website? 19. It was proposed that what should have the scientific name of Nessiteras rhombopteryx? 20. On March 7, 1946, due to nuclear testing, citizens were evacuated from what atoll? ANSWERS should feel safest – at home. recent years, it has become apparent that instruction in American Sign Language provides children with autism with increased opportunities for education and development. It is visually based, unaided and provides a mode of quick communication. American Sign Language is a language our students should get the opportunity to learn in our public school system, and it supports inclusion and involvement for all students.” QUOTABLE QUOTES “Nearly 70 percent of those deaths took place where we Tragically, more than half of those deaths took place in homes without working smoke alarms. And about two-thirds of last year’s fatal fire victims were adults aged 65 or older.” ---State Fire Marshal Jon Davine on the 45 Massachusetts residents who died in fires last year. “When a company repeatedly violates our wage and benefits laws, the workers and their families suffer, and sadly some of these violations took place during the height of the COVID-19 pandemic.My office will continue to hold accountable those who violate our worker protection laws.” ---Attorney General Andrea Campbell announcing $2.4 million in citations against Concierge Services, Inc., a Plymouth-based corporation that provides concierges staffing services to high-end, luxury properties in Greater Boston. The violations include failure to pay minimum wage and overtime, failure to make timely payment of wages, improper deductions from wages, record keeping violations and failure to comply with numerous provisions of Massachusetts’ earned sick time law. “As the largest fair housing lawsuit by defendant size in Massachusetts history, this lawsuit sends a clear message to every landlord and broker in the state: if you are a real estate company that discriminates against families and children with housing vouchers, the question of whether you will be caught is not a matter of if, but when.” --- Aaron Carr, Founder and Executive Director of Housing Rights Initiative on the group’s lawsuit against 20 Boston-area landlords and real estate brokers for alleged discrimination against low-income tenants. “Our communities deserve water infrastructure that fully serves their needs, protects residents from harm and preserves our natural resources. This funding will make a real difference in addressing combined sewer overflows that affect water quality and our environment and removing contaminants like PFAS from our drinking water.” ---Commissioner Bonnie Heiple of the Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection, announcing the $151 million federal grant for Massachusetts drinking water and clean water infrastructure upgrades. HOW LONG WAS LAST WEEK’S SESSION? Beacon Hill Roll Call tracks the length of time that the House and Senate were in session each week. Many legislators say that legislative sessions are only one aspect of the Legislature’s job and that a lot of important BEACON | SEE PAGE 23 - LEGAL NOTICE - COMMONWEALTH OF MASSACHUSETTS THE TRIAL COURT PROBATE AND FAMILY COURT Middlesex Division Docket No. MI24P0819EA Estate of: RICHARD H. JUDD Date of Death: OCTOBER 10, 2023 INFORMAL PROBATE PUBLICATION NOTICE To all persons interested in the above captioned estate, by Petition of Petitioner John H. Craig of Reserve, NM John H. Craig of Reserve, NM 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. March 1, 2024 - LEGAL NOTICE - COMMONWEALTH OF MASSACHUSETTS THE TRIAL COURT PROBATE AND FAMILY COURT Middlesex Division Docket No. MI24P0806EA Estate of: ALLEN L. PANARESE Date of Death: DECEMBER 28, 2023 INFORMAL PROBATE PUBLICATION NOTICE To all persons interested in the above captioned estate, by Petition of Petitioner Carol J. Panarese of Everett, MA, a Will has been admitted to informal probate. Carol J. Panarese of Everett, 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. March 1, 2024 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. “Casablanca” Liechtenstein Oscar Wilde Ishmael 12. 13. Pennsylvania 18 Ancient manuscripts The “Michelin Guide” to restaurants and hotels Canadian 40 “Nosferatu” 14. Lizzie Borden (“Lizzie”) It soon ended without a peace treaty; later a peace treaty was instigated by a historian writing to the Dutch Embassy. 1912 15. Andrew Johnson 16. Ralph Waldo Emerson 17. Horsefly 18. Queen Elizabeth II 19. 20. Bikini Atoll The Loch Ness monster

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FEB. 22 House11:01 a.m. to11:21 a.m. Senate 11:15 a.m. to11:31 a.m. FRI.FEB. 23 No House session No Senate session Bob Katzen welcomes feedback at bob@beaconhillrollcall.com Bob founded Beacon Hill Roll Call in 1975 and was inducted into the New England Newspaper and Press Association (NENPA) Hall of Fame in 2019. LANDSCAPERS NEEDED Established company in Everett looking for an experienced crew leader and experienced crew workers for mowing, trimming and construction work. Full-Time work with paid vacation and holidays. Starting Pay: $25-$35 per hour Call (617) 389-1490 379 Broadway Everett 617-381-9090 All occasions florist Wedding ~ Sympathy Tributes Plants ~ Dish Gardens Customized Design Work GIFT BASKETS Fruit Baskets www.EverettFlorist.net 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. 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THIS HOME FEATURES 9' CEILINGS ON BOTH FLOORS, CUSTOM KITCHEN CABINETS, THERMADOR APPLIANCES, REFRIGERATOR BUILT INTO THE CABINETS, COMMERCIAL STOVE/OVEN, BUILT IN HOOD, 10' ISLAND, QUARTZ COUNTERS AND BACKSPLASH, COFFEE STATION, AND BREAKFAST NOOK OVERLOOKING THE PATIO AND BACKYARD. THERE IS ALSO AN ELECTRIC FIREPLACE IN FAMILY ROOM WITH COFFERED CEILING, WIDE PLANK OAK 6" HW FLOORS. 2ND FLOOR LAUNDRY WITH CUSTOM CABINETS, 3 BEDROOMS WITH CUSTOM CLOSETS. LARGE PRIMARY SUITE W/ CUSTOM WALK-IN CLOSET. SHOWER HAS 3 SHOWER HEADS AND 2 BODY SPRAYS FOR SPA- LIKE EXPERIENCE. AMAZING ENTERTAINMENT AREA WITH A FULL BATHROOM AND A CUSTOM WET BAR IN FULL BASEMENT .LYNNFIELD CALL KEITH 781-389-0791 FOR MORE DETAILS RENTALS • 2 BEDROOM SINGLE FAMILY HOME WITH OPEN CONCEPT, LARGE BEDROOMS WITH BALCONIES AND ONE BATHROOM. FIRST FLOOR LAUNDRY, QUAINT AREA. SAUGUS $2,800 PLUS UTILITIES CALL RHONDA 781-706-0842 • 1 BEDROOM APARTMENT EAT-IN KITCHEN WITH PLENTY OF CABINETS. FRESHLY PAINTED AND NEW CARPETS. LAUNDRY HOOK-UPS IN UNIT FOR AN ELECTRIC DRYER. 2 CAR OFF STREET PARKING. NO PETS AND NO. SMOKING. FIREPLACE IN BEDROOM IS DECORATIVE ONLY. GOOD CREDIT AND REFERENCES. 3 MONTHS RENT REQUIRED TO MOVE IN. AVAILABLE 3/1-SAUGUS $1,800 CALL RHONDA 781-706-0842 • SECOND FLOOR THREE-BEDROOM APARTMENT OFFERS A LARGE EAT IN KITCHEN WITH UPDATE CABINETS, GRANITE, GAS COOKING AND HARDWOOD FLOORING. NICE SIZE LIVING ROOM AND MAIN BEDROOM PLUS TWO ADDITIONAL BEDROOMS ALL WITH HARDWOOD FLOORING. THERE IS COIN-OP LAUNDRY AVAILABLE IN THE BASEMENT AS WELL. PARKING FOR TWO CARS OFF STREET. GAS HEAT AND PEABODY ELECTRIC. THREE MONTHS' RENT REQUIRED TO MOVE IN. PEABODY $3,000 CALL RHONDA 781-706-0842 • TWO BEDROOM, 2 BATH MODERN CONDO WITH LAUNDRY IN UNIT. 2ND FLOOR UNIT WITH HARDWOOD FLOORING, CENTRAL AIR, EXTRA STORAGE, AND OFF STREET PARKING. SPACIOUS BEDROOMS. AVAILABLE IMMEDIATELY. REVERE $2,800 UTILITIES NOT INCLUDED. CALL LAUREN 781-835-6989 FOR SALE FOR SALE -RARE OPPORTUNITY TO OWN THIS 2 FAMILY HOME LOCATED ON A DEAD END STREET IN SAUGUS CENTER. FIRST FLOOR OFFERS 1 BEDROOM, EAT-IN KITCHEN, LIVING ROOM, OFFICE, DINING ROOM (COULD BE A SECOND BEDROOM) FULL BATH AND IN-UNIT LAUNDRY. THE SECOND UNIT FEATURES EAT-IN KITCHEN, NICE SIZED LIVING ROOM AND TWO BEDROOMS. NEWER GAS HEATING SYSTEMS. SEPARATE UTILITIES, PAVED DRIVEWAY, PLENTY OF OFF STREET PARKING. LARGE BASEMENT WITH PLENTY OF STORAGE. THIS PROPERTY IS PERFECT FOR ANYBODY LOOKING TO OWNER OCCUPY OR RENT. SAUGUS $749,000 CALL KEITH 781-389-0791 COMING SOON MOBILE HOMES • SPACIOUS 2 BEDROOM IN NEED OF TLC. GREAT FOR HANDYMAN. HEAT AND A/C NOT WORKING. LARGE ADDITION.2 CAR PARKING. DANVERS $79,900 LOOKING TO BUY OR SELL? COMING SOON-BRAND NEW CONSTRUCTION COLONIAL LOCATED ON A NICE SIDE STREET NOT FAR FROM ELEMENTARY SCHOOLS AND THE CENTER OF TOWN. 4 BEDS, 3.5 BATH WITH HARDWOOD THROUH-OUT. OPEN CONCEPT BEAUTIFUL KITCHEN AND BATHS. EXQUISITE DETAIL AND QUALITY BUILD. GARAGE UNDER. SAUGUS CALL KEITH 781-389-0791 JUSTIN KLOACK 978-815-2610 CALL HIM FOR ALL YOUR REAL ESTATE NEEDS • YOUNG ONE BEDROOM IN GOOD CONDITION IN A DESIRABLE PARK WITH 2 PARKING SPOTS. SOLD AS IS. SUBJECT TO PROBATE DANVERS $99,900 • SPACIOUS 2 BEDROOM IN EXCELLENT CONDITION WITH NICE YARD. LOW PARK RENT. PEABODY $179,900 • PRE-CONSTRUCTION. WELCOME TO SHADY OAKS BRAND NEW MANUFACTURED HOME COMMUNITY. AFFORDABLE YET UPSCALE LIVING , EACH HOME HAS AMPLE SQUARE FOOTAGE WITH 2 BEDROOMS AND 2 BATHS. ONE WILL HAVE 3 BEDROOMS AND ONE BATH. OPEN CONCEPT PERFECT FOR ENTERTAINING. HIGH QUALITY FINISHES FROM TOP TIER APPLIANCES TO ELEGANT FINISHES.. A SERENE WOODED SETTING WHILE BEING CONVENIENT TO SCHOOLS, SHOPPING, DINING AND MAJOR TRANSPORTATION ROUTES. THIS IS AN EXCEPTIONAL OPPORTUNITY TO OWN A PIECE OF THIS THRIVING COMMUNITY AT AN UNBELIEVABLE PRICE. LOW PARK RENT OF 450 A MONTH. INCLUDES TAXES, WATER AND SEWER, RUBBISH REMOVAL AND SNOW PLOWING. ACT NOW BEFORE PRICE INCREASE. EXPECTED OCCUPANCY DATE APRIL 2024 DANVERS $249,900 CALL ERIC 781-223-0289

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