Page 14 THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRIDAY, APRIL 3, 2020 VOLUNTEERS | FROM PAGE 8 volunteering three days a week as a result of COVID-19, said it’s eye-opening that people, who normally wouldn’t depend on food donations, are coming out. “Today is the biggest I’ve seen it,” Schiavo said. “It’s becoming regional, and people are coming who are out of work, resulting from the virus.” Stewart’s Pub co-owner Anne Stewart also has more time on her hands after her business changed to takeout only. “It feels good to give back,” Stewart said, as she was handing out food. Recipients didn’t need any North East of the Border Executive Chef/Chief Operations Officer Gustavo Lecanda, of Malden, donated hot tacos to every guest. Volunteer Paul Garino hands recipient Marra Merlos milk in the food chain, using social distancing guidelines. income or residency documentation, just reusable bags. Virginia Camacho came for the second time, as her husband, Gilberto, was laid-off. “I’m grateful,” Camacho said while in line. “I think we all are.” First-time guest Jason Smith walked from a nearby apartment and appreciated the community coming together in this time of need. “I thank all the volunteers,” Smith said. Tara Vocino may be reached at printjournalist1@gmail.com. Jason Smith, who visited for the first time Saturday, said he appreciates the community helping each other, as he grabbed bags of food. Shown at left volunteering on Saturday, Police Chief Steven Mazzie. Everett resident earns degree from Georgia State University A TLANTA, Ga. – Nicole Pierre of Everett graduated with a bachelor’s degree from Georgia State University during the fall 2019 semester. More than 3,000 students graduated from Georgia State during that semester at the undergraduate, graduate and professional degree levels.
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