THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRIDAY, MARCH 26, 2021 Page 9 Construction begins on Northern Strand Community Trail M ayor Carlo DeMaria announced that construction recently started on the Northern Strand Community Trail. Neighborhood connections will be added and upgraded at Elm Way, Parlin Street, Norman Street and West Street/Wellington Avenue. This project is financed through a combination of funds, including City of Everett capital funds, a $375,000 grant from the Massachusetts Gaming Commission and funds from the Massachusetts Executive Office of Energy and Environmental Affairs. “This is an exciting project for our community,” said DeMaria. “These improvements will not only enhance a great space for residents to enjoy the outdoors, but this will also provide the community with more non-automobile options to travel throughout the City and to neighboring cities. I look forward to this project’s completion.” “Enhancing and completing the Northern Strand Trail in Everett unlocks incredible recreational and commuting opportunities for Everett residents,” said the City’s Transportation Director, Jay Monty. Undefeated Everett High girls’ basketball team soars to 55-32 win over Lynn Classical Crimson Tide has solid hold on first place in the GBL “This work will allow pedestrians and cyclists to bypass the dangerous Sweetser and Santilli rotaries and get direct access to the Mystic River waterfront. In the longer term, a future bridge over the Mystic River and reconstruction of Rutherford Ave. in Charlestown, which includes a dedicated bike path, will allow safe and direct access to downtown Boston and Cambridge.” To facilitate these improvements, the trail will be closed from West Street to Waters Avenue through approximately July 31. This will also require a temporary closure of the Everett Community Growers Farm tech goes home community program Take advantage of the Internet to Live, Learn, Earn, Work, and Play Tech Goes Home strives to ensure that all residents of Greater Boston are equipped with the tools, training, and access to support 21st century skill development. Free 15 hour TGH course! Free 15 hour TGH course! The TGH Community Program delivers a 15 hour course focused on fundamental digital skills. Our web-based curriculum is designed to help you access the powerful resources on the Internet. Lady Tide senior captain Maya Kimon is averaging over 20 points per game to lead Everett High School and the GBL in scoring. By Steve Freker T he Everett High girls’ basketball team is off to a fast start with a 4-0 record after a win on the road against a solid Lynn Classical team. Senior Maya Kimon led the gym with 18 points, and junior Andrea Manley was right behind her with 15 points to lead the Crimson Tide in a 56-42 Greater Boston League (GBL) win. Everett solidified its solid hold on the top spot in the GBL with the victory over league newcomer Classical. In earlier action, Head Coach Riley Dunn’s squad topped Medford, 59-48, behind Kirnon's 22 points and Topics include: (Henry Huang photo) 13 rebounds. Manley scored 21 points and turned in 10 rebounds. Everett also rolled to a 61-36 triumph over Revere at home. Kimon stayed redhot with 23 points and 14 rebounds. Manley scored 14 points and sophomore Kayley Rossi scored six points and added eight rebounds. Senior captains for Everett this year are Maya Kirnon and Ashley Fitzgerald. Others on the Everett roster include juniors Jane Odiari. Ashley Cordeiro and Gigi Boyce, along with sophomore Tatiana Moran. The Crimson Tide hosted Lynn English on Wednesday night in a showdown between two top GBL teams. communicating with friends and family, finding educational programs, accessing public benefits, financial literacy, job searching, and more! Free Chromebook for TGH Grads! Upon completion of 15 hours of TGH U l ti curriculum, graduates will be provided a new Chromebook and can receive assistance in signing up for low-cost Internet. f 15 near West Street, and they will be relocated to the Old Everett High School at 548 Broadway. “Everett Community Growers is looking forward to collaborating with the City of Everett, Everett Public Schools, and Cambridge Health AlliCONSTRUCTION | SEE PAGE 17 ance to create additional educational and outreach opportunities while providing locally sourced, affordable, and nutritious produce to our community,” said Kate Jenkins of the Languages: English Location: Everett High School 100 Elm St Dates:Every Tuesday 5-7:30pm First Class: April 27, 2021 Interested in participating? Talk to Marlene Zizza 781-789-2121 marlenezizza@gmail.com
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