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EVT EVE ER T Vol. 34, No.15 -FREET www.advocatenews.net Your Local News & Sports Online! Scan & Subscribe! ADDOCCO TEAT Free Every Friday EHS Crimson Tide Spring Sports Action 617-387-2200 Friday, April 11, 2025 School Committee presents $142M FY26 School Budget at Public Hearing By Neil Zolot AND THE PITCH: Everett High starting pitcher Derek Soper rips the ball to a Rams batter during Tuesday’s action in Lynn. See story and EHS sports coverage starting on page 12. (Advocate photo by Emily Harney) F. J. LaRovere Insurance Agency, Inc. 492 Broadway Everett, MA 02149 617-387-9700 phone 617-387-9702 fax INSURANCE FOR AUTO, HOME, AND BUSINESS We offer very competitive rates, and by representing many different companies we can shop for the best price for our customers. Call us today! Open Monday – Friday 9am-5pm and Saturdays 9am-12pm Messinger Insurance Agency 475 Broadway Everett, MA 02149 617-387-2700 phone 617-387-7753 fax he current Fiscal Year 2026 school budget proposal is $142,154,420, a 4.9% increase over $135,510,702 for the current Fiscal Year 2025. A budget presentation given to the members at a Budget Subcommittee of the Whole meeting on Wednesday, April 3 characterizes it as a level service budget. Superintendent William Hart said it refl ects “values and instructional themes that support and relate to high academic standards that are inclusive and student centered. We’ll continue to provide the service we believe will support our children whether it’s in the classroom or extracurricular activities we off er.” “I believe the Fiscal 2026 budget refl ects the continued commitment for students… positive contract negotiations and responsible spending,” new School Committee chair and at-Large member Samantha Hurley said. Within that overall budT get, the Operating Budget is $136,940,205, up 4.61% from $130,910,702; $5,214,215 for Special Education transportation, up 13.35% from $4,600,000; and $35,771,530 in chargebacks to the City, up 9% from $32,749,540. Hart’s salary will be 247,200, up 3% from $240,000. School Committee compensation is $124,875, up 8.82% from $114,750. Chargebacks to the City cover things not included in Net School Spending, which is the amount a community is required to spend on education as designated by the state Department of Elementary and Secondary Education, which is the sum of Chapter 70 state aid and required local spending. Chapter 70 aid will be $126,865,323, up 7.45% from $118,072,876, leaving the City to cover, among other things, the School Department’s Health and Life Insurance ($16,211,877) and $19,559,653 in miscellaneous expenses of building insurance, upkeep of Everett Stadium, a police resource offi cer and Charter School tuitions. Ward 5 member Marcony Almeida-Barros pointed out that state aid numbers could rise if more money is forthcoming in the state budget. The April 3 presentation noted increasing fi xed costs and out-of-district Special Education costs as Contributing Factors Infl uencing the Budget. Other contributing factors are maintaining positions previously funded through aid during the pandemic and adSCHOOL BUDGET | SEE PAGE 5

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THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, ApRil 11, 2025 Page 3 Mayor announces City of Everett’s annual Spring Cleanup M All are welcome to register to join in a community effort to beautify parks and the surrounding areas throughout Everett Special to Th e Advocate ayor Carlo DeMaria is pleased to announce that the City of Everett will host the annual Spring Cleanup on Saturday, April 26, from 8:30 a.m. to 12 p.m., at various parks located throughout the city. In celebration of Earth Day, which is recognized every year on April 22 to celebrate the anniversary of the birth of the modern environmental movement, the City will join with community members and local organizations to clean up fi ve parks and the surrounding areas throughout the city. The fi ve parks that participants can choose from are Edith Street Park, Florence Street Park (Big Flo), Glendale Park, Swan Street Park and Glenwood Cemetery. In order to reach this goal, the Mayor is asking residents to join in on this community effort to help beautify key areas in the city. Those who participate will have the opportunity to help beautify a park of their choosing. Additionally, participants will be able to clean the surrounding areas of the park, which includes removing trash and debris from sidewalks and maintaining tree pits. Following the cleanup, the City will LIKE US ON FACEBOOK ADVOCATE NEWSPAPER FACEBOOK.COM/ADVOCATE.NEWS.MA provide a free lunch at 12 p.m. at each park location for all who participated in the event. Those who wish to participate must register prior to the event by visiting cityofeverett.com/events/spring-cleanup-2025. Toys! $ 599. 95 Collectibles! $ 1,195. 95 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

Page 4 THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, ApRil 11, 2025 Lawrence A. Simeone Jr. Attorney-at-Law ~ Since 1989 ~ * Corporate Litigation * Criminal/Civil * MCAD * Zoning/Land Court * Wetlands Litigation * Workmen’s Compensation * Landlord/Tenant Litigation * Real Estate Law * Construction Litigation * Tax Lien * Personal Injury * Bankruptcy * Wrongful Death * Zoning/Permitting Litigation 300 Broadway, Suite 1, Revere * 781-286-1560 lsimeonejr@simeonelaw.net For Advertising with Results, call The Advocate Newspapers at 617-387-2200 or Info@advocatenews.net Healey-Driscoll administration announces $3.2M in Fire Safety Grants Funding will support fi refi ghter gear and fi re safety education for children and seniors (Note: The following info is based on a press release issued this week by the Department of Fire Services [DFS].) T he Healey-Driscoll Administration announced that more than 300 Massachusetts fire departments will receive over $3 million in grants to support safety equipment for fi refi ghters and life safety education for kids and older adults. The City of Everett received Dan - 1972 Celebrating 52 Years! When in need, call ABC! $11,090.00 from the Firefighter Safety Equipment Grant, $6,900.00 for the Student Awareness of Fire Education (SAFE) Grant Program and $2,600.00 for the Senior SAFE Grant Program. “Massachusetts firefighters do much more than fi ght fi res – they’re our fi rst line of defense in any emergency,” said Governor Maura Healey. Chris 2023 * Travel Humidors * Desk Top Humidors * Many Types of Lighters * Ash Trays * Juuls * Vapes * Glass Pipes * Rewards Program * CBD Infused Products * GIFTS UNDER $30 - GIFT CERTIFICATES ALL MAJOR BRANDS Singles * Tins * Bundles * Boxes SMOKER’S DELIGHT! 15 HANDMADE CIGARS! Four-Year-Old Tobacco * 100% Long Filler * Cellophane $49.95 HOURS: OPEN DAILY Monday thru Sunday, 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM R.Y.O. TOBACCO & TUBES ON SALE! SPECIAL SALE! TRAVEL HUMIDORS & ALL BONGS! A.B.C. CIGAR 170 REVERE ST., REVERE (781) 289-4959 --------HUMIDORS ON SALE! STARTING AT $99. COMPLETE! --------“These grants will help fi refi ghters protect themselves from injury and illness, rescue people in danger, and keep our most vulnerable residents safe from fires and other hazards at home. We are proud to be able to support these vital fi rst responders who never hesitate to answer a call for help.” The awards are drawn from three grant programs coordinated by the Department of Fire Services. The Firefighter Safety Equipment Grant Program reimburses local fi re departments for purchases of turnout gear, hazardous gas meters, self-contained breathing apparatus components, accountability systems, thermal imaging cameras and more. This round of grants will provide $1.63 million in funding to fi re departments in 266 communities. In many cases, the reimbursed purchases will help them attain compliance with Occupational Safety & Health Administration or National Fire Protection Association safety standards. “Firefi ghters train tirelessly for every conceivable emergency so that they can be prepared to help those in need,” said Lieutenant Governor Kim Driscoll. “Through this program, we acknowledge that tremendous commitment by investing in the equipment they need to be safe in any situation.” The Student Awareness of Fire Education (SAFE) Grant Program funds firefi ghter-educators who deliver age-appropriate fire and life safety education to school-age children. Since the grants’ inception in 1995, the number of Massachusetts children who die in fi res has dropped to historically low levels, from two dozen or more per year to zero for nearly three consecutive years. This year’s awards will deliver more than $1.1 million to 204 local fi re departments. “For 30 years, the SAFE grants have delivered life-saving lessons to Massachusetts’ kids and teens through our local fi refi ghters,” said Secretary of Public Safety and Security Terrence Reidy. “This is just one of the powerful local-state partnerships that make Massachusetts one of the safest places in the nation to live, work, and raise a family.” In 2014, DFS launched the Senior SAFE Grant Program, which is geared toward another vulnerable population – older adults – who face a disproportionate risk of death or serious injury in a fi re. Nearly $485,000 will support alarm installation, fire safety education, fall prevention strategies and other resources delivered by 203 local fi re departments in partnership with local senior centers, councils on aging and other community partners. “People aged 65 and older are at greatest risk of death or serious injury in a fi re at home,” said State Fire Marshal Jon M. Davine. “The Senior SAFE grants make a difference by sending trained fi refi ghters to conduct home safety assessments, install or replace smoke and carbon monoxide alarms, and help our seniors age in place safely and independently.”

THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, ApRil 11, 2025 Page 5 Sen. DiDomenico joins Student Government Day with constituents State Senator Sal DiDomenico presents students from his district with citations as they participate in Student Government Day. SCHOOL BUDGET | FROM PAGE 1 herence to the Student Opportunity Act. “The SOA Plan addresses a subset of a district’s overall initiatives focusing on evidence-based programs and strategies that will improve the educational experiences and outcomes of students, including English Learners, students with disabilities and low-income students,” a memo for the School Committee prepared by Hart reads. A stabilizing factor is only a minor increase in the number of students. There are 7,347 in the school system now and 7,361 are projected for Fiscal Year 2026. There were 7,345 in Fiscal Year 2024. The student population has been relatively stable since 2023, when there were 7,285 students after a low point of 6,813 in 2022. Ward 2 member Joanna Garron asked Hart about the effect of recently announced cuts of $106 million in education aid to the state; $4,897,300 was earmarked for Everett. “It’s infuriating and scary,” she feels. “We didn’t commit that money, so it will have no direct impact,” Hart answered. “We have not lost anything.” The required Public Hearing on the budget was held Monday, April 7, at 6 p.m. before the regular meeting at 6:30. It lasted five minutes, with no one in attendance. “Seeing no speakers, in order to close the hearing, I have to ask if anyone is in favor of the budget three times as well as if anyone opposes it,” Hurley said. When no one responded to the prompts, the Hearing was closed at 6:05. In Public Comment in the regular meeting of the Committee convened at 6:30 p.m., Everett Teachers Association president and Parlin School teacher Kimberly Auger told the School Committee, “I want to thank you for bringing forward such a fair and equitable budget.” Hurley became chair in January, when the position and that of vice chair are appointed. Previous chair and Ward 3 member Jeanne Cristiano was appointed vice chair. “On January 6, during the organizational portion of our regular meeting, I was unanimously nominated by my colleagues for the position, alongside Jeanne for vice chair,” Hurley said. “It is a great honor to serve the membership fully and faithfully within this role. I believe the committee has amazing strengths that benefit our service to the community and look forward to supporting their goals.” State Senator Sal DiDomenico with constituents at Student Government Day New St. Anthony’s Flea Market 250 Revere St., Revere, Lower Hall Indoor Flea Market SATURDAY, APRIL 12, 2025 from 8:00 AM - 2:00 PM Admission .50 Cents NEW VENDORS WELCOME! Free Coffee & Tea! To rent a table, call Lynda: (781) 910-8615

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THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, ApRil 11, 2025 Page 7 Mayor DeMaria Announces the Great Everett Jewelry Exchange An opportunity to trade in old and unwanted jewelry for new treasures Special to Th e Advocate M ayor Carlo DeMaria is pleased to announce the return of the Great Everett Jewelry Exchange hosted by the Everett Public Libraries. This program is an opportunity for participants to tradein old and unwanted jewelry for new treasures and possibly fi nd a gift for themselves or a loved one at the same time. “We love making beautiful things available to people who will love them,” says Adult Services Librarian Kathleen Slipp. To participate in the trade, bring old and unwanted jewelry to the Parlin Memorial Library or the Shute Memorial Library throughout the month of April to receive a ticket for every two pieces donated. Bring those tickets to the Parlin Memorial Library on Saturday, April 26, to trade them in for new pieces. Doors open at 11 a.m. for ticket holders. If a guest doesn’t have any old or unwanted jewelry to get rid of and would just like to participate, the doors will open at 12 p.m. for all guests to purchase jewelry at $1.00 per piece. For more information, please reach out to Kathleen Slipp at Slipp@noblenet. org or call 617-394-2300. Chamber Hosts “An Evening with Angels” with Medium Laura Lee T he Wakefi eld Area Chamber of Commerce will host “An Evening with Angels” featuring Laura Lee, a Spiritual Medium on Monday, April 28, 2025, at the Knights of Columbus, -- North Avenue, Wakefi eld from 6 to 9 p.m. The event will begin at 6 p.m. with socializing/networking followed by readings and connections in a group setting from 7 to 9 p.m. Laura Lee, a well-respected spiritual medium, helps others connect with loved ones who have passed. She is wellknown throughout New England for her ability to connect with loved ones in spirit. The cost is $35 per person, and all are welcome to attend. A cash bar and appetizers will be available. The event is open to 50 attendees. R eg istr a tion is r e - 358 Ferry St. - Everett quired. To make a reservation go to https://tinyurl. com/42pnkvua. For more information contact francie@ wakefieldareachamber.org 8 Norwood St. Everett (617) 387-9810 Open Tues. - Sat. at 4:00 PM Closed Sun. & Mon. Announcing our Classic Specials Dine In Only: * FREE Salad with purchase of Entree, Tuesdays & Wednesdays * Cheese Pizza - Only $10 Catch ALL The Live Sports Action On Our Large Screen TV’s J& H O U R S Monday-Wednesday 8am-10pm Thursday-Saturday 8am-11pm Sundays -10am-10pm 617-294-0123 Everett through and through Owned & operated by Lenny Parsons EHS Class of 1990 • Reliable Mowing Service • Spring & Fall Cleanups • Mulch & Edging • Sod or Seed Lawns • Shrub Planting & Trimming • Water & Sewer Repairs Joe Pierotti, Jr. Scan & Follow Us on Facebook! www.810bargrille.com S LANDSCAPE & MASONRY CO. Masonry - Asphalt • Brick or Block Steps • Brick or Block Walls • Concrete or Brick Paver Patios & Walkways • Brick Re-Pointing • Asphalt Paving www.JandSlandscape-masonry.com • Senior Discount • Free Estimates • Licensed & Insured 617-389-1490 Designing and Constructing Ideas that are “Grounds for Success” Landscaping NOW OPEN! W

Page 8 THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, ApRil 11, 2025 Everett Public Libraries Calendar of Events Check out seeds from the library! The Seed Library is back at 50 the Everett Public Libraries, just in time for spring. Bring your library card and you can borrow up to four seed packets from either the Shute or Parlin Libraries. Only available while supplies last! Seeds have been generously provided by the Blackstone Valley Veggie Gardens and the Friends of the Everett Public Libraries. Parlin Adult and Teens Yarn Club: Parlin Fireplace 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 $10.00 Price includes Roller Skates Rollerblades/inline skates $3.00 additional cost Private Parties 7:30-11 p.m. Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday $11.00 Price includes Roller Skates 18+ Adults Only After 7 PM - ID Required Private Parties Private Parties 4-8 p.m. $10.00 8:30-11 p.m. $11. 18+ Adults Only After 7 PM - ID Required 12-9 p.m. $10.00 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 Law Offices of JOSEPH D. CATALDO, P.C. “ATTORNEYS AND COUNSELORS AT LAW” • ESTATE/MEDICAID PLANNING • WILLS/TRUSTS/ESTATES • INCOME TAX PREPARATION • WEALTH MANAGEMENT • RETIREMENT PLANNING • ELDER LAW 369 Broadway Everett, MA 02149 (617)381-9600 JOSEPH D. CATALDO, CPA, CFP, MST, ESQUIRE. AICPA Personal Financial Specialist Designee Room, Monday, April 8, 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! Crafty Conversations: Earring Making! Parlin Meeting Room, Thursday, April 10, at 7 p.m. Come join us at the Parlin Library and walk out with your very own custom pair of earrings! Whether you’re a DIY pro or a first-timer, we’ve got all the supplies and guidance you need to create something unique. For ages 14-109. Registration is required! This program is generously funded by the Friends of the Everett Public Libraries. Table Top Gaming Club: Parlin Meeting Room, Wednesdays at 3:00 p.m. Play board games and hang out with friends at the library! Every Wednesday from 3-5 p.m., enjoy good games and even better company! Recommended for ages 12+. Connolly Center Book Group: Connolly Center Meeting Room, Thursday, April 10, at 12 p.m. It is 1942 in Pam Jenoff’s “Code Name Sapphire.” Hannah Martel narrowly escaped Nazi Germany after her fiancé was killed in a pogrom and joins the Sapphire Line, a resistance network. But a mistake causes Lily’s family to be arrested and slated for deportation to Auschwitz. How much is Hannah willing to sacrifice to save the people she loves? See Kathleen for copies on her twice monthly visits or call the Parlin (617394-2300) or Shute (617-3942308) Libraries. Drop-In Tech Help: Parlin Information Desk, Tuesdays and Fridays from 4-5 p.m. Do you have questions about how to use your personal laptop, tablet or phone? Bring it to the library and stop by our Drop-In Tech Help to meet with a volunteer for assistance. Resume Writing: Parlin Information Desk. Do you need help sprucing up an old resume or creating a new one? Sign up for a 30-minute session at the Parlin. By appointment only; to register, please call 617-394-2300 or email parlininfo@noblenet.org. Computer Basics 101: Parlin Information Desk. 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; to register, please call 617-394-2300 or email parlininfo@noblenet.org. Parlin Children’s The Everett Public Libraries’ Annual Poetry Contest is back! Open to all Everett Public Library cardholders who attend school, grades K-8, in Everett. Submit an original poem by the April 14 deadline and you could win a cash prize, courtesy of the Friends of the Everett Public Libraries! The Winners’ Recital and Awards Ceremony on April 29 will be a celebration for the books! Study Buddies: Parlin Children’s Room, Monday through Friday from 3-5 p.m. Need homework help? Come to the Parlin Library and study with the Study Buddies, our free afterschool program offering tutoring and academic support for students in grades K-8. Friendly tutors are here to guide you through tricky assignments, help you prepare for tests and build confidence in every subject. Mystery Craft Monday: Stop by the Parlin Children’s Room every Monday for a EVENTS | SEE PAGE 9

THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, ApRil 11, 2025 Page 9 EVENTS | FROM PAGE 8 Grab and Go mystery craft – a self-directed arts and crafts program for children ages three to seven. Mystery crafts can be taken home or crafted with a friend or caregiver at our children’s tables. What will be in your mystery craft kit? No registration required, while supplies last. Lego Club: Parlin Children’s Room, Monday, April 14, 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 Sing-along with Karen: Parlin Children’s Room, Wednesday, April 16, at 11 a.m. Join us for a fun-fi lled morning of singing and storytelling with Karen! Suggested ages: newborn to six. Drama Class: Parlin Children’s Room, Wednesday, April 16, 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. Story Time Adventures with Mrs. McAuliffe: Parlin Craft Room, Thursday and Friday, April 17 & 18, at 11 a.m. Join Mrs. McAuliff e for our enchanting Story Time! You will be whisked away on magical adventures through the pages of your favorite books. Bring a friend or make a new one in our circle of friends. Origami Club: Parlin Children’s Room, Saturday, April 12, at 12 p.m. Learn how to fold paper animals of all kinds! Open to all ages and abilities. Paper and instruction will be provided. Shute Adult and Teens Drop-In Tech Help: Shute Circulation Desk, Tuesdays from 5-6 p.m. Do you have questions about how to use your personal laptop, tablet or phone? Bring it to the library and stop by our Drop-In Tech Help to meet with a volunteer for assistance. Resume Writing: Shute Adult Department; book a one-on-one resume assistance appointment at the Shute Library and let a librarian help you craft a resume tailored to your strengths and aspirations. Sign up for a 30-minute session at the Shute Library. By appointment only; please email shuteinfo@ noblenet.org or call 617-3942308. Computer Basics 101: Shute Adult Department. Tech Newbie? No problem! Learn to power up, click around, type like a pro, explore the digital world and even send your fi rst email. Book your Friday adventure with technology today! By appointment only; please email shuteinfo@noblenet.org or call 617394-2308. Shute Children’s It’s National Library Week! This year’s theme is “Drawn to the Library.” Stop by the Shute Children’s Department and design your own magic scratch bookmark. Courtesy of the Friends of the Everett Public Libraries – while supplies last. Miss Val’s Storytime Pals: Children’s Room, Mondays at 10 a.m. and Tuesdays at 12 p.m. What’s better than a good story? Sharing it with friends! Join Miss Val at the Shute Library for Fairytale Fun! Master Builders: Lego Free-play: Children’s Room, Thursday, April 17, from 3-5 p.m. Free-play session with Legos and other building blocks. Bring a buddy or make a new one as you explore your imagination brick by brick! We provide the space and the materials to let your vision take shape. What will you create? Registration is not required. Children under the age of six must be accompanied by an adult. GIRLS DAY SATURDAY, APRIL 12, 2025 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM CHECK-IN BEGINS AT 9:00 AM LOTS OF FUN WHILE LEARNING ABOUT BEING A POLICE OFFICER OR FIREFIGHTER AGES 5-14 YEARS OLD EVERETT HIGH SCHOOL 100 ELM STREET EVERETT, MA 02149 REGISTER NOW AT CITYOFEVERETT.COM/EVENTS/GIRLS-DAY-2025 PARTNER AGENCIES:

Page 10 THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, ApRil 11, 2025 FBI Boston Warns Quit Claim Deed Fraud is on the Rise landowners & Real Estate Agents Urged to Take Action to protect Themselves T he Boston Division of the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) is warning property owners and real estate agents about a steady increase in reports of quit claim deed fraud it has received; scams that have resulted in devastating consequences for unsuspecting owners who had no idea their land was sold, or was in the process of being sold, right out from under them. Known as quit claim deed fraud or home title theft, the schemes involve fraudsters who forge documents to record a phony transfer of property ownership. Criminals can then sell either the vacant land or home, take out a mortgage on it, or even rent it out to make a profit, forcing the real owners to head to court to reclaim their property. Deed fraud often involves identity theft where criminals will use personal information gleaned from the internet or elsewhere to assume your identity or claim to represent you to steal your property. “Folks across the region are having their roots literally pulled out from under them and are being left with no place to call home. They’re suffering deeply personal losses that have inflicted a significant financial and emotional toll, including shock, anger, and even embarrassment,” said Jodi Cohen, Special Agent in Charge of the FBI Boston Division. “We are urging the public to heed this warning and to take proactive steps to avoid losing your property. Anyone who is a victim of this type of fraud should report it to us.” Law enforcement and the FBI have been alerted to the fraud at all points in the process and have received reports involving a variety of fraudulent scenarios, including: Scamme r s who comb through public records to find vacant parcels of land and properties that don’t have a mortgage or other lien and then impersonate the landowner, asking a real estate agent to list the property. Homeowners whose properties have been listed for sale don’t know it until they’re alerted, sometimes after the sales have gone through. Family members, often the elderly, targeted by their own relatives and close associates who convince them to transfer the property into their name for their own financial gain. Fraudsters known as “title pirates” who use fraudulent or forged deeds and other documents to convey title to a property. Often these scams go undetected until after the money has been wired to the scammer in the fraudulent sale and the sale has been recorded. The FBI’s Internet Crime Complaint Center (IC3), which provides the public with a DEED FRAUD | SEE PAGE 11

THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, ApRil 11, 2025 Page 11 DEED FRAUD | FROM PAGE 10 means of reporting internet-facilitated crimes, does not have specific statistics solely for quit claim deed fraud, but it does fall into the real estate crime category. Nationwide, from 2019 through 2023, 58,141 victims reported $1.3 billion in losses relating to real estate fraud. Here in the Boston Division, which includes all of Maine, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, and Rhode Island, during the same period, 2,301 victims reported losing more than $61.5 million. • 262 victims in Maine lost $6,253,008 • 1,576 victims in Massachusetts lost $46,269,818 • 239 victims in New Hampshire lost $4,144,467 • 224 victims in Rhode Island lost $4,852,220 The reported losses are most likely much higher due to that fact that many don’t know where to report it, are embarrassed, or haven’t yet realized they have been scammed. FBI Boston is working with property owners, realtors, county registers, title companies, and insurance companies to thwart the fraud schemes but it’s no easy task. The COVID-19 pandemic changed the way business was and continues to be conducted. More and more people have grown accustomed to conducting real estate transactions through email and over the phone. The remote nature of these sales is a benefi t to bad actors. Tips for Landowners: • Continually monitor online property records and set up title alerts with the county clerk’s offi ce (if possible) • Set up online search alerts for your property. • Drive by the property or have a management company periodically check it. • Ask your neighbors to notify you if they see anything suspicious. • Beware of anyone using encrypted applications to conduct real estate transactions. • Take action if you stop receiving your water or property tax bills, or if utility bills on vacant properties suddenly increase. Tips for Realtors: • Avoid remote closings, if possible. • Ask for in-person identity checks. • Request copies of documents that only the property owner would have – this includes a copy of the most recent tax bill, utility bill, or survey from when the property was purchased, in addition to the individual’s ID. • Send a certifi ed letter to the address of record on the tax bill. • Look up the phone number by reverse search or through the phone carrier. • Call to verify the public notary and confi rm he/she attested to the documents. The FBI can work with our partners to try to stop wire transfers and recover the funds within the fi rst 72 hours. We urge folks to report fraud and suspected fraud to the FBI’s Internet Crime Complaint Center at www.ic3.gov.

Page 12 THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, ApRil 11, 2025 Tide Baseball Drop Road Squeaker to Lynn Classical, 1-0 The Tide’s Isaiah Goffigan takes off for first base during the Tide’s match up with Lynn Classical. (Advocate photos by Emily Harney) Senior first baseman Jose Portillo makes the out at first base. Pitcher Derek Soper takes a moment on the bench before heading out to the mound. Senior Nordeivy Santana at bat for Everett. Albert Santana looks up to see if the ball will remain in play. Everett’s Jose Portillo attempts to make the out. Looking to make a run for second base, Everett’s Mj Guida. Making the out at second base against Lynn Classical, Reinaldo Santiago. Tide catcher Jevaun Berberena watched the ball pass a Ram batter. Reinaldo Santiago awaits the pitch at second base. EHS Varsity Baseball Head Coach Malik Love congratulates his team for a hitless inning against Lynn Classical. The Tide team gathers before heading into the 5th inning.

THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, ApRil 11, 2025 Page 13 Tide baseball remains undefeated after beating Greater Lawrence in another rout Everett takes on non-league Charlestown in the home opener later today, April 11, at Glendale By Joe McConnell E verett High School second-year baseball coach Malik Love has few complaints so far in the early going this season. His Crimson Tide boys have yet to play at home, but appear to be quite comfortable as road warriors after two convincing wins. After beating Mystic Valley Regional Charter School, 208, they took off for Andover to take on Greater Lawrence Regional Tech last Thursday, April 3, where they defeated the Reggies, 11-6. Love’s explanation for the team’s early success is quite sustainable if they maintain the blueprint. “We’re executing, and doing the small things to win games,” he said. “We’re trusting in each other on defense, and putting the ball in play on offense, making the other team commit mistakes Reinaldo Santiago takes off for first base. (Advocate photos by Emily Harney) to extend innings.” The Tide has also stayed close on the scoreboard in these two games, before eventually wearing down the opposition. They led, 2-1 after one inning against Greater Lawrence. The Reggies, howFreshman Mj Guida at bat for Everett. ever, took the lead with two more runs in the second. It was then Tide time to take over the game. They scored three runs in the third, four in the fourth and two more in the fifth to BASEBALL | SEE PAGE 14 Meet the 2025 Everett High School Crimson Tide Varsity Girls’ Softball Team The 2025 EHS Crimson Tide Varsity Girls’ Softball Team members are shown from left to right: Front row: Mia Allen, Jayla Davila, Arianna Osorio-Bonilla, Kassidy Rivera, Mia Oliva, Talyciah Arrington and Juliette Romboli; back row: Peyton Warren, Olivia Dresser, Emma Salvi, Ashley Seward, Graziella Foster, Luiza Velev and Alexa Uga. Seniors, shown from left to right: Talyciah Arrington, Jayla Davila, Peyton Warren, Kassidy Rivera, Ashley Seward, Emma Salvi, Alexa Uga and Mia Oliva. (Advocate photos by Tara Vocino) T he Everett High School Crimson Tide Varsity Girls’ Softball Team’s Senior Night is May 14 at Glendale Park.

Page 14 THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, ApRil 11, 2025 Tide softball beats non-league Cambridge twice to begin new season on winning note Everett is scheduled to play host to GBl rivals lynn English, Chelsea to start next week By Joe McConnell T he Everett High School girls softball team (2-0) came away with two wins after playing back-to-back home and away games against nonleague Cambridge to successfully begin a brand-new season last week. On April 2, Coach Stacy Schiavo’s team won a crazy high scoring game in the home opener versus Cambridge at Glendale Park, 22-19. Peyton Warren went all seven innings in the circle to secure the win. Warren gave up 18 hits, four walks and 14 earned runs, while fanning six. After Cambridge scored three in the top of the first, the Crimson Tide came back with one in the home half. Jayla Davila led off with a walk, and went to second on a sacrifice bunt by Arianna Osorio-Bonilla, before advancing to third on a fielder’s choice by Olivia Dresser. Alexa Uga then knocked her in with a single to center. After two scoreless innings by both teams, the home team took a 7-3 lead after scoring six times in the fourth. Uga started it off with a hardhit ball to right, and went to second on a passed ball. Ashley Seward then drew a walk. Both runners advanced into scoring BASEBALL | FROM PAGE 13 seal the deal on their second straight win. Everett was outhit, 9-7, but the visitors got theirs at the opportune times. Sophomore Tyler Freni paced the offensive attack with three hits (single, double, triple), plus a walk that resulted in one RBI. He also scored four times. Captain Jevaun Berberena position on a fielder’s choice by Graziella Foster. Mia Allen reached on an error that scored two. A short time later, Allen scored on a run producing hit to centerfield by Kassidy Rivera, who then moved up to second on a passed ball. With two outs, Davila doubled her home. She then went to third on a passed ball, and came home as a result of another passed ball. Osorio-Bonilla kept the inning going with a walk, before coming all the way home on three passed balls. The Falcons came back to score three runs in the fifth to trim the deficit to one, 7-6. But Everett got them right back and then some to increase its lead to six, 12-6. Seward began another offensive surge with a walk, and moved up to second on a passed ball. Following a strikeout, Allen was hit by a pitch, and Rivera reached on an error to load the bases. Seward scored the first run of the inning on a passed ball, before Warren singled in Allen. Rivera came home with the third run of the inning on a passed ball. With Warren now on third, Davila walked. Both runners then executed a perfect delayed double steal to account for the fourth run. Osorio-Bonilla followed with a walk. Davila then stole third, before getting singled in two runs. He also walked once, and scored two runs. Captain Nordeivy Santana singled in a run. Reinaldo Santiago had a double, and M.J. Guida singled once. Isaiah Goffigan knocked in a run with a fielder’s choice. Armani Negron went the first 4.1-innings on the mound to get the win. He allowed five hits, three walks and five runs, four earned, while fanning five. into a rundown that she won, when she slid home safely. Cambridge once again cut the deficit to one in the sixth, 12-11. But not to be outdone, the Tide forged ahead with 10 of their own to now lead, 22-11. Seward first tripled home Uga, who walked to leadoff the uprising. She didn’t stay on third for long after coming home on a passed ball. Most of the next eight runs were scored as a result of walks and passed balls. Cambridge tried to put a scare into the home team with eight runs in the seventh, only to fall three shy of sending the game into extra innings. “There was a feeling of frustration and pride throughout this game,” said Schiavo. “With it being our first game and players starting at new positions, our defense was inconsistent. We committed our share of errors, especially in the sixth and seventh innings. However, when on offense, we showed resilience, with players contributing key hits. Our baserunning was also aggressive and effective.” Two days later, the Tide went to St. Peter’s Field in Cambridge to complete the home and home series with the Falcons. But this time, it was a relatively more comfortable triumph, 21-9. Warren only had to go five Goffigan finished up, going the final 2.2-innings, issuing four hits, one walk and one earned run. He also whiffed one. Love tells his players that it’s all about responding to adversity and never quitting, while taking it one inning at a time to make sure the wins keep on coming consistently throughout the next two months. “We just can’t focus on the scoreboard,” he added. “We have innings, before the game was called in the sixth, because of the mercy rule. She gave up 14 hits, two walks and nine earned runs, while striking out six. The Tide scored three times in the top of the first, but Cambridge came right back with two in the home half. Davila was hit by a pitch to begin the game. Osorio-Bonilla sacrificed her to second. She then stole third, before Dresser reached on an error. Davila eventually scored on a passed ball. Seward then drove home Dresser with a triple, and Foster singled her home to account for the third run of the inning. The Everett girls tacked on two more runs in the second. With one out, Warren singled, and moved to second on a passed ball. Osorio-Bonilla than tripled her home, and scored herself on a passed ball. In the top of the third, Everett scored four more times to take a 9-2 lead. Uga started the inning off with a hard-hit ball to the outfield. Seward singled her to second. Foster tried to move Uga to third with a single, but was called out for interference. Romboli, however, loaded the bases with a single, before Rivera doubled home Seward and Foster. Both Romboli and Rivera completed the scoring in the inning on passed balls. to play all seven innings, and keep it close, because anything can happen if we are still in the game.” After the game against host Chelsea was postponed on Monday, April 7, the Everett boys were scheduled to go up against Lynn Classical in another road encounter the next day, followed by the Chelsea makeup yesterday, April 10, both after press deadline. Cambridge got two back in the home half of the third, but still were behind by five, 9-4. After Everett put up eight more runs in the fourth, they then trailed by 13, 17-4. They did score three runs in the fourth, and two more in the fifth, after the visitors notched one of their own in the top half of the frame. As a result of all that, the Tide was comfortably in front, 18-9. They scored three more times in the sixth to invoke the mercy rule to secure their second win of the year in as many games. “We came out with our bats (on fire) in this game,” said Schiavo. “We still made some errors, but will work on those over the next week.” The team’s game on Monday against visiting Chelsea was postponed. It was then scheduled to host Lynn Classical and Malden on April 9 and 10 after press deadline to close out this week. The Tide will begin next week versus Lynn English also at home on Monday, April 14, starting at 4 p.m. The Chelsea makeup will take place at home on Tax Day, April 15, at 4:30 p.m. They will then hit the road for Somerville to face the Highlanders the next day, at 4 p.m., before taking on non-league host Whittier Tech in Haverhill on Thursday, April 17, starting at 4:30 p.m. They will then finally open up the home season at Glendale Park against non-league Charlestown later today (April 11) at 4 p.m., before going to Lynn’s Fraser Field to face the Lynn English Bulldogs Monday night (April 14), beginning at 7 p.m. They will close out next week back at Glendale versus Somerville (April 16, 4 p.m.) and non-league Belmont (April 18, 4:15 p.m.).

THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, ApRil 11, 2025 Page 15 OBITUARIES Michael J. Balzotti spread it wherever he went. Beyond his infectious laughter, Mike was a man of great kindness, strength, and integrity. He was fi ercely loyal to his family, a loving partner to his wife, and a devoted father and grandfather who instilled the importance of laughter, love, and resilience in all who knew him. He had an incredible ability to make each person feel special, whether through his words, actions, and generosity. Mike had a deep passion for B eloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend, who left us on April 4th at the age of 74. Mike was a man whose humor and warmth touched the lives of everyone who knew him. A lifelong resident of Everett, Mike was known far and wide as the life of the party, the one who could always make people laugh, even in the toughest of times. His sense of humor was truly unmatched – a mix of quick wit, hilarious anecdotes, and a smile that could light up a room. Whether it was sharing a joke with a stranger or making his family howl with laughter, he had the remarkable ability to fi nd humor in the everyday and drumming in a band. In his free time, you’d often fi nd him cruising around in his favorite sports car, playing cards with his grandchildren, or browsing through Homegoods, always spreading his infectious joy to everyone around him. His legacy is one of love, humor, and endless memories that will continue to bring smiles to our faces. Dear son of the late Michael F. and Eleanor (Olivieri) Balzotti; beloved husband of Carol A. (Polcari) Balzotti; dear and devoted father of Lt. Col. Michael R. Balzotti, USAF and his wife, Courtney of Oregon and Stefanie M. McKanas and her husband, Leon of Pelham, NH; loving grandfather of Michael Aiden Balzotti, Luke Aren Balzotti, Dylan McKanas and Gracie McKanas and cherished uncle of Matthew and Dario Polcari ; devoted For Advertising with Results, call The Advocate Newspapers at 617-387-2200 or Info@advocatenews.net brother-in-law of Philip Polcari of St. Augustine, FL and Nancy Polcari of Chelsea. Relatives and friends are respectfully invited to attend Mike’s visiting hours in the Cafasso & Sons Funeral Home, 65 Clark St. (Corner of Main St.) Everett, Friday, Aprill 11 from 4-7 p.m. His funeral will be from the funeral home on Saturday at 8;45 a. m. with a funeral Mass to follow in Our Lady of Grace Church, 59 Nichols St., Everett-Chelsea at 10 a.m. Burial with U.S. Army Military Honors at the Woodlawn Cemetery, Everett. Parking with attendants on duty. Maria Rizzo useppe Tisa. A long-time resident of Everett, she worked as a seamstress in the garment industry prior to her retirement. She was the devoted wife of the late Salvatore Rizzo and the loving mother of Rosario Mario Rizzo and his wife Andrea of Stow, Maria Ronga and her husband Michael of Pelham,NH and the late Rosario Giuseppe Rizzo. Cherished grandmother of Francesca Dell’Erba and her husband Christopher, Giulia Louissaint and her husband Christopher and Daniela Ronga. Great grandmother of George, Oliver and Melina. Family and friends were cordially invited to attend the visitation from the Salvatore Rocco & Sons Funeral Home on Thursday, April 10 followed by a funeral mass in the Immaculate Conception Church, Everett. Services concluded with interment in the Holy Cross Cemetery in Malden. Memorial donations may be made to the American Heart Association at www.heart.org. O f Everett. Passed away at the Massachusetts General Hospital in Boston on April 5, 2025. She was 91 years old. Born in Pietraperzia, Sicily, Italy, she was the beloved daughter of the late Antonina (Sciolino) and GiO Ennio Rosa f Everett entered into eternal rest on Tuesday, April 1, 2025 in the Melrose-Wakefi eld Hospital. He was 87 years old. Born in Opi, Fagnano Alto, Abruzzo, Italy, Ennio lived in Everett for most of his life. He was a master bricklayer by profession. Ennio was the son of the late Americo Rosa and Anna Maria Pellegrini; the beloved husband of Antonina (Rosa) for over 56 years; dear and devoted father of Gianni Rosa and Ennio Rosa of Everett; dear brother of Domenica Secondino; the loving Nonno of Bianca and Gianluca Rosa. Relatives and friends are respectfully invited to attend Ennio’s visitation in the Cafasso & Sons Funeral Home, 65 Clark St. (Corner of Main St.) EVERETT, Monday, April 7, 2025 beginning at 8:30 a.m. with a funeral Mass to follow in St. Anthony’s Church, 38 Oakes St., Everett, at 10 a.m. Entombment will be at the Holy Cross Chapel Mausoleum, Malden. Parking with attendants on duty.

Page 16 THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, ApRil 11, 2025 other benefits received by state senators. NEW HIGHER $82,046 BASE 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 infl uence. 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:// MASSterList/subscribe/ THE HOUSE AND SENATE: There were no roll calls in the House and Senate last week. This week, Beacon Hill Roll Call examines the salaries and - 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. MI24A0023AD CITATION G. L. C. 210, § 6 In the matter of: Maya Bhatti To: Mehar-Un-Nisi Ali and persons interested in a petition for the adoption of said child and to the Department of Children and Families of said Commonwealth. A petition has been presented to said court by: Sohail Y. Bhatti of Everett, MA Irma N. Contreras Bhatti of Everett, MA requesting for leave to adopt said child and that the name of the child be changed to Maya Bhatti If you object to this adoption you are entitled to the appointment of an attorney if you are an indigent person. An indigent person is defined by SJC Rule 3:10. The definition includes but is not limited to persons receiving TAFDC, EACDC, poverty related veteran’s benefits, Medicaid, and SSL The Court will determine if you are indigent. Contact an Assistant Judicial Case Manager or Adoption Clerk of the Court on or before the date listed below to obtain the necessary forms. IF YOU DESIRE TO OBJECT THERETO, YOU OR YOUR ATTORNEY MUST FILE A WRITTEN APPEARANCE IN SAID COURT AT: Woburn ON OR BEFORE TEN O’CLOCK IN THE MORNING (10:00 AM) ON: 05/29/2025 WITNESS, Hon. Terri L. Klug Cafazzo, First Justice of this Court. Date: March 27, 2025 TARA E. DeCRISTOFARO REGISTER OF PROBATE April 04, 11, 18, 2025 SALARY FOR SENATORS - The base salary for the state’s 40 state senators rose from $73,655 for the 2023-2024 session to $82,046 for the 20252026 session. That’s an 11.39 percent hike which means an additional $8,391 per senator. The estimated price tag for the hikes is $335,640. Gov. Maura Healey announced these hikes in January. Under state law, Legislative salaries are up for adjustment in January every two years, either up or down, under a 1998 constitutional amendment approved by a better than twoto-one margin by voters. It requires that every two years the salaries of the governor, the other fi ve constitutional statewide offi cers and the state’s 40 senators be increased or decreased based on data from the Bureau of Economic Analysis (BEA) that measures the quarterly change in salaries and wages. It also requires that the same formula be used every two years to increase or decrease the stipends that all 40 senators receive for their service in Democratic or Republican leadership positions, as committee chairs or vice chairs and as the ranking Republican on some committees. Senators’ base salaries were $46,410 when the voters approved the automatic pay adjustments in 1998. Since that time, the salaries have been increased every two years except for a $306 pay cut for the 2011-2012 session; an $1,100 pay cut for the 2013-2014 session; and a salary freeze for the 2015-2016 legislative session. The new $82,046 salary means that the base Senate salary has been raised $35,636 or 76 percent, since the mandated salary adjustment became part of the state constitution in 1998. EXTRA PAY FOR ALL 40 SENATORS – All 40 senators receive an additional stipend, ranging from $30,207.04 to $119,631.81, above the $82,046 base salary, for their positions in the Democratic and Republican leadership, as committee chairs, vice chairs and the ranking Republican ~ Legal Notice ~ Notice is hereby given by: A.G. Quealy Towing, Inc. 26 Garvey St Everett, MA 02149 pursuant to the provisions of G.L.c.255, Section 39A, that on or after 11-23-2024 the following Motor Vehicles will be sold to satisfy the garage keeper’s lien thereon for storage, towing charges, care and expenses of notice and sale of said vehicles. P O Box 490588 Everett, MA 02149 Vehicle 2005 BMW X3 Blue 2013 Honda Pilot Silver 2007 Mazda Mazda3 2012 Ford Focus Green 2009 Audi A3 2007 Toyota Camry Hybrid 2003 Jeep Liberty Blue 2017 Honda Civic Gray 2016 Ford Explorer Gray 2014 Ford F-150 Gray fly wing moped Red moped 2002 Toyota Camry Gray Zhejiang TaoTao Brown 2009 Honda Accord White Amigo Moped White 2008 Toyota Yaris Silver 2007 Honda CRF 100F Red moped Moped Black 2010 Lincoln MKX VIN WBXPA93415WD07122 5FNYF4H42DB027420 JM1BK344071760130 1FAHP3F20CL359673 WAUKF78P09A013577 4T1BB46K57U003445 1J4GL48K13W558244 19XFC2F79HE012751 1FM5K8HT6GGA56017 1FTFX1EF4EKE28951 4T1BE32K82U530170 L9NTCBAE0K1027742 1HGCP26819A056622 LLOTCAPH9MY102335 JTDJT923985200638 JH2HE03097K600361 L37MMGFT3PZ120050 2LMDJ6JC7ABJ30819 April 04. 11, 18, 2025 on some committees. The stipend is increased or decreased every two years based on data from the BEA that measures the quarterly change in salaries and wages. Senate President Karen Spilka (D-Ashland), the top Democrat, earns the highest stipend of any senator: $119,631.81. Senate Minority Leader Bruce Tarr (R-Gloucester) the top Republican, earns an $89,723,85 stipend. Supporters say legislators in these important positions should be appropriately compensated for their many added responsibilities and hard work. Critics say the base salary is suffi cient and is eligible to be increased every two years. Here are the top 10 senators who are paid the highest salaries including the three categories of base pay, stipends and general expense pay allowance. Sen. Karen Spilka (D-Ashland) $224,107.08 Sen. Michael Rodrigues $216,929.17 (D-Westport) Cynthia Creem (D-Newton) $216,630.09 Michael Barrett (D-Lexington) $201,676.12 Sal DiDomenico (D-Everett) $201,676.12 Joan Lovely (D-Salem) $201,676.12 William Brownsberger $201,676.11 (D-Belmont) Cynthia Friedman (D-Arlington) $194,199.13 Sen. Bruce Tarr (R-Gloucester) $194,199.12 Sen. Julian Cyr (D-Truro) $186,722.15 The senators who receive the lowest salary of $134,682.32 are Sens. Michael Brady (D-Brockton); William Driscoll (D-Milton); Patricia Jehlen (D-Somerville); John Keenan (D-Quincy); Robyn Kennedy (D-Worcester); Liz Miranda (D-Boston); Michael Moore (D-Millbury); and Pavel Payano (D-Lawrence) $22,430.96 OR $29,907.95 FOR GENERAL EXPENSES – Each senator also receives an annual general expense pay allowance of $22,430.96 for members who live within a 50mile radius of the Statehouse and $29,907.95 for those who are located outside of that radius. BEACON | SEE PAGE 17

THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, ApRil 11, 2025 Page 17 BEACON | FROM PAGE 16 This separate, flat rate expense allowance is taxable as income. It is designed to pay for some of the costs of senators’ district offices and other expenses including contributions to local civic groups and the printing and mailing of newsletters. Senators are not required to submit an accounting of how they spend the money. But they are allowed to deduct any expenses, permitted under federal law, from their gross income on their federal and state tax return. PARKING SPACES - Legislators are entitled to a parking space inside the Statehouse garage or at the nearby McCormack State Office Building. For 2025, the first $325 in monthly value of the space is a taxfree benefit under federal and state guidelines that apply to all public and private employees, not just state legislators. Any value of the space above this amount is treated as taxable income. The value of the parking spaces in 2025 was determined by the Division of Capital Asset Management and Maintenance to be $477 per month. Based on that figure, legislators would be taxed on the excess $152 monthly by the Internal Revenue Service and the state. HEALTH INSURANCE – Senators are eligible to choose from 11 health insurance plans offered by the state’s Group Insurance Commission, which manages the plans for 259,929 individuals—current and retired state workers, as well as certain municipal workers, and their dependents. Senators elected on or before July 1, 2003, pay 20 percent of the total premium and the state pays 80 percent. Those elected to their first term on or after July 1, 2003 pay 25 percent while the state picks up only 75 percent. State and federal privacy regulations protect this information and it is not possible to obtain records about which plans individual legislators have purchased. The out-of-pocket monthly premiums paid by senators for family plans range from $369.98 to $655.62 per month. For individual plans, they pay from $149.82 to $300.64 per month. LIFE INSURANCE – Senators who purchase a health insurance policy from the state are also required to buy the state’s basic $5,000 life insurance policy. The costs for employees are based on age and whether the employee is a smoker or non-smoker. They range from 4 cents to $2.49 per month. The same 20/80 25/75 formula used for health insurance also applies to this life insurance. Senators also have the option to buy additional life insurance with a value of up to eight times their salary – up to a maximum of $1.5 million. The entire premium for the optional insurance is paid by the senator. LONG-TERM DISABILITY AND HEALTH CARE SPENDING ACCOUNT – Senators also have the option to open a Health Care Spending Account (HCSA) and Dependent Care Assistance Program (DCAP), and to buy long-term disability insurance. The HCSA allows senators to set aside funds to pay for out-of-pocket health care expenses with before-tax dollars while the DCAP allows them to set aside funds to pay for certain dependent care expenses with before-tax dollars. This participation reduces their federal and state income taxes. The entire premium for long-term disability is paid by senators. DENTAL AND VISION INSURANCE – Senators are eligible to choose one of two dental/vision insurance plans. Current monthly employee premium costs paid by senators for family plans range from $15.16 to $20.52, while individual plans range from $4.91 to $6.64. All senators pay 15 percent of the premium and the state pays 85 percent. SENATORS WHO LIVE 50 MILES FROM THE STATEHOUSE ARE NO LONGER ELIGIBLE TO PAY A REDUCED OR NO FEDERAL INCOME TAX - 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. MI23P2745PM Conservatorship of: NINA MARIE DiLEO CITATION ON PETITION FOR ALLOWANCE OF ACCOUNT To All Interested persons: A Petition has been filed by: Roy J. DiLeo of Helotes, TX requesting allowance of the Amended 1st account(s) as Conservator(s). 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 April 30, 2025. 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 date, action may be taken without further notice to you. WITNESS, Hon. Terri L. Klug, First Justice of this Court. Date: April 2, 2025 TARA E. DeCRISTOFARO Register of Probate April 11, 2025 ON THEIR LEGISLATIVE SALARY – For many years until recently, senators who live more than 50 miles from the Statehouse were eligible for a special federal tax break. A 1981 federal law allowed them to write off a daily expense allowance when filing their federal income tax return. The complicated system determined a daily amount, ostensibly for meals, lodging and other expenses incurred in the course of their jobs, which can be deducted for every “legislative day.” Under the Massachusetts Legislature’s system and schedule, every day of the year qualifies as a legislative day. The Legislature does not formally “prorogue” (end an annual session) until the next annual session begins. This allowed senators to take the deduction for all 365 days regardless of whether the Legislature is actually meeting or not. Senators did not even have to travBEACON | SEE PAGE 18 - 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. MI24P6676EA Estate of: ELLEN L. ELLISON Date of Death: 03/11/2024 CITATION ON PETITION FOR FORMAL ADJUDICATION To all interested persons: A petition for Formal Probate of Will with Appointment of Personal Representative has been filed by: Michael Ellison 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: Michael Ellison 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 05/06/2025. 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: April 08, 2025 TARA E. DeCRISTOFARO REGISTER OF PROBATE April 11, 2025

Page 18 THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, ApRil 11, 2025 BEACON | FROM PAGE 17 el to the Statehouse to qualify for the daily deduction. The amount of the deduction was based on the federal per diem for Massachusetts. It varied from year to year. The daily per diem for senators for fiscal year 2023, the last year this deduction was allowed, varied in different parts of the state and was seasonal. It ranged from $98 per day to $459 per day or between $35,770 and $167,535 annually. Beacon Hill Roll Call’s research indicated that in fiscal year 2023, 11 of the state’s 40 senators lived more than 50 miles from the Statehouse, qualified for this deduction and were eligible to pay a reduced or no federal income tax on their legislative salaries. SENATORS ARE NO LONGER ELIGIBLE FOR PER DIEMS - Legislators are no longer entitled to collect “per diems” to reimburse them for mileage, meals and lodging expenses for travel from their home to the Statehouse. These reimbursements were discontinued in 2017. They were not taxable income and ranged from $10 per day for legislators who reside in the greater Boston area to $82 for Western Massachusetts lawmakers and $100 for those in Nantucket. TOTAL SALARY FOR SENATORS Here is the total annual salary for local senators, including the three categories of base pay, stipends and general expense pay allowance. Sen. Sal DiDomenico $201,676.12 ALSO UP ON BEACON HILL AFFORDABLE HOMES COMMISSIONS – The Accessible Housing Commission, Extremely Low-Income Housing Commission and Senior Housing Commission, all created by the Affordable Homes Act recently signed into law by Gov. Maura Healey, have begun working to address the housing challenges of people with 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 Tuesday April 22, 2025 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: 203-205 Hancock Street B0-06-00105A Person Requesting: B-25-212 Property Owner: RKRA Hancock LLC 120 Wyllis Ave Unit 316 Everett, MA 02149 PROPOSAL: Applicant seeks a permit for to convert the existing Business Use into a Mixed-Use Building by adding two (2) floors, with Four (4) Residential units. The property is located in the Dwelling District. Violations: The property is nonconforming as to the following provisions of the Ordinance: - Section 4.A – Commercial uses are not permitted in the Dwelling District, nor is the proposed mixed use. - Section 4.B.1.a – Frontage: Required is 50 feet; existing is 38.22 feet. - Section 4.B.2.c – Area/FAR: Required is 0.5 FAR; existing is 0.818 FAR; proposed is 2.45 FAR. - Section 4.C.4 – Front setback: Required is 10 feet; existing is 0 feet. - Section 4.C.6.a – Combined side setback: Required is 16 feet; existing is 3 feet. - Section 4.C.6.a – Northwest side setback: Required is 4 feet; existing is 0 feet. - Section 4.C.6.a - Southwest side setback: Required is 4 feet; existing is 3 feet. - Section 4.C.7 – Rear setback: Required is 25 feet; existing is 0 feet. - Section 17 – Parking: Required is shown as 11 spaces per applicant’s submission; existing is 0 parking spaces. The applicant proposes to change, alter or extend the existing nonconforming use and construct additional floors along the existing nonconforming dimensions. Accordingly, a special permit will be required from the Board of Appeals in accordance with Section 3.C. In addition, the applicant must either participate in the Transportation Demand Management provisions of Section 35 or obtain a special permit to increase the existing parking nonconformity. REBECCA EDMONDSON KOREM - Chairman ROBERTA SUPPA - Clerk of Board of Appeals April 4, 11, 2025 accessibility needs, extremely low-income residents and people with accessibility needs. Massachusetts’ first comprehensive statewide housing plan, A Home for Everyone, has identified 222,000 homes that need to be built in order to end the housing crisis in Massachusetts. “The housing crisis has impacted everyone in one way or another, but for some, finding housing that fits their needs is exceptionally challenging,” said Ed Augustus, secretary of the Executive Office of Housing and Livable Communities. “These commissions are tasked with identifying those challenges and providing concrete recommendations and strategies to ensure everyone in Massachusetts – particularly seniors, residents on extremely low incomes and people with accessibility needs – can access the safe, affordable and dignified housing they need.” $850,000 FOR LOCALLY GROWN, NUTRITIOUS FOOD IN SCHOOLS - The Healey Administration announced it is awarding $850,000 in state-funded, competitive Massachusetts Farming Reinforces Education and Student Health (FRESH) grants to 26 school districts and 11 early education and care programs. This funding supports the National School Lunch Program and the Child and Adult Care Food Program sponsors to start or expand their capacity to grow or procure local food and educate students, teachers, school nutrition professionals and staff about the local food system. “While the Trump Administration continues to take away food from children and families, and hurt local businesses and farmers, Massachusetts is continuing to prioritize programs like these,” said Gov. Healey. “We know that our students succeed when they have access to healthy food, and we can create partnerships that support local businesses and farms in the process.” “It’s important for students to understand where food comes from and how it is produced and prepared,” said Education Secretary Dr. Patrick Tutwiler. “The MA FRESH grants are an important tool that connect students to their local food system and produce, while also providing STEM educational opportunities focused on food literacy, nutrition, plant science and agriculture.” HOME EQUITY THEFT LAW – Last year, the House and Senate approved and the governor signed a law, as part of the state budget, that prohibits cities and towns that foreclose on properties on which the owner owes back property taxes, from keeping all of the profits when the city or town sells the property at auction. Prior to passage of this law Massachusetts law allowed this practice. The BEACON | SEE PAGE 19

THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, ApRil 11, 2025 Page 19 BEACON | FROM PAGE 18 new law allows the city or town to keep only the amount owed in back taxes and send the remainder to the owner. Last year, the United States Supreme Court ruled that cities and towns that foreclose on properties on which the owner owes back property taxes, cannot keep all of the profits when the city or town sells the property at auction. Supreme Court Chief Justice John Roberts, writing a unanimous decision about a similar Minnesota law, said that “a taxpayer who loses her $40,000 house to the state to fulfill a $15,000 tax debt has made a far greater contribution to the public fisc than she owed.” The law’s sponsor, Sen. Mark Montigny (D-New Bedford) says the law is facing a new challenge, proposed as part of a fiscal 2025 supplemental budget filed by Gov. Maura Healey last week, that would make it harder for homeowners to recoup their rightful equity. “The same municipal officials who partnered with private firms to prey upon vulnerable homeowners suffering from immense challenges in their lives are the same special interests who have heavily lobbied the administration to give them another bite at the apple while everyday people continue to lose their life savings,” said Montigny. “There are hundreds of pending cases within the trial court that deserve immediate relief in accordance with the protections provided under the new law, including the reduced interest rate that was previously set at a predatory level.” Montigny continued, “Efforts to weaken these long overdue legal protections will not be tolerated and these elected and appointed municipal officials should be more concerned with helping their residents, not concocting new ways to continue to rob them. It is unacceptable that consumer advocates and the lead legislative sponsor of this measure have been left in the dark while financially driven special interests have been allowed to once again pervade the legislative process. The Healey Administration should immediately rescind its support for these harmful measures that were concocted without consulting the consumer advocates who deal with these difficult cases on behalf of homeowners every day.” NON-LEGISLATIVE REDISTRICTING COMMISSION (S 6) – The Election Laws Committee held a hearing on a proposed constitutional amendment that would create a non-legislative redistricting commission to replace the current commission made up exclusively of state legislators. The commission, like the current commission, would be responsible for creating congressional districts, 160 representative districts, 40 senatorial districts and eight councilor districts every ten years based on the national census. The proposed commission would include a dean or professor of law, political science or government from a Massachusetts college, appointed by the governor; a retired judge, appointed by the atCITY 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 Tuesday April 22, 2025 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: Building Permit: 108 Ferry St [Map/Parcel L0-03-000243] 141 High St [Map/Parcel: L0-03-000244] B-25-216 Person Requesting: Mr. Albert Aversa Trustee (Richard Aversa Trustee) Ferry Street Realty Trust 108 Ferry Street Everett, MA 02149 PROPOSAL: To construct a Four (4) Floor with a Penthouse mixed used Building [Containing 1 Commercial Space and 20 Residential Apartments] in the Business District with provided parking some of which is located in Dwelling District Violation: The proposed parking of Fourteen (14) spaces at 141 High Street which is in the Dwelling District is not a permitted use. Zoning: Section 4 Dwelling District paragraph A REBECCA EDMONDSON KOREM - Chairman ROBERTA SUPPA - Clerk of Board of Appeals April 4, 11, 2025 torney general; and an expert in civil rights law, appointed by the secretary of state. The other four members would be chosen by the above three members from a list of candidates nominated by the House Speaker, House Minority Leader, Senate President and Senate Minority Leader. Supporters of the proposed commission say the Legislature has abused its redistricting power and often gerrymandered districts to protect incumbents. They said this antiquated, partisan system allows the majority party to control the process and permits “legislators to choose their voters.” They noted that the idea of an independent commission has been endorsed in the past by the League of Women Voters, Common Cause and former Govs. Michael Dukakis, Mitt Romney and Deval Patrick. “The measure strengthens transparency and objectivity in the redistricting process by prohibiting recent elected officials from serving and by including public comment periods and reporting requirements,” says amendment sponsor Sen. Jamie Eldridge (D-Marlborough). “By adopting best practices already used in other states, this reform ensures that Massachusetts moves toward a fairer and nonpartisan redistricting process.” Opponents of the commission say elected members of the Legislature, who are accountable to the voters, should be responsible for the important job of redistricting. They said the task should not be undertaken by an appointed commission with unknown BEACON | SEE PAGE 21

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THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, ApRil 11, 2025 Page 21 BEACON | FROM PAGE 19 1. April 11 is International Louie Louie Day; what West Indies island does “Louie Louie” mention? 2. What did King Midas of Greek mythology have? 3. What animal does the word mutt come from? 4. What German political leader was nicknamed Mutti? 5. On April 12, 1934, the at-the-time world’s strongest surface wind (231 mph) was measured at what mountain (having the name of a president)? 6. Is there an infinity symbol? 7. How are cobra, downward dog and cat cow similar? 8. On April 13, 1997, who (known by a nickname) won the Masters Tournament? 9. What colorful ocean creature is named for a flower? 10. What part of a ship is also part of a newspaper? 11. At what meal would you find an obi? 12. On April 14, 1900, Paris’ Exposition Universelle began; its many displays included what first-ever type of transport that starts with a “T”? 13. “Red” Barber was a baseball playby-play broadcaster starting in the 1930s; what red and green vegetable’s name did he use to describe players fighting on the field? 14. On April 15, 1924, the “Rand McNally Auto Chum” (first national road atlas) was published; did its roads have numbers or names? 15. What city does the Rio Grande flow past? 16. In which year was the chocolate chip cookie invented: 1899, 1922 or 1938? 17. On April 16, 1910, the oldest indoor hockey arena still in use opened in what city? 18. What singer of “Let’s Dance” founded the Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Long-Haired Men? 19. How are Bernie Brewer, Orbit and Tessie similar? 20. On April 17, 1521, what religious leader’s trial at the Diet of Worms began? ANSWERS Steps Stoops Rebuilt or Repaired Chimney Rebuilt or Repaired House Foundation Leaks Repaired All Basement Repairs Chimney Inspection Roofing & Siding Masonry Repairs Window Installation & Repairs Drywall & Carpentry Waterproofing members who would not have direct accountability. They cited studies showing that these so-called “independent” redistricting commissions are no more or less independent than commissions established by Legislatures. MIKE PENCE WILL BE AWARDED JFK PROFILE IN COURAGE AWARD – The 2025 John F. Kennedy Profile in Courage Award will be presented to former Vice President Mike Pence “for putting his life and career on the line to ensure the constitutional transfer of presidential power on January 6, 2021”. The John F. Kennedy Profile in Courage Award is presented annually to public servants for making a courageous decision of conscience without regard for the personal or professional consequences. JFK’s daughter Caroline Kennedy and her son Jack Schlossberg will present the award at the John F. Kennedy Presidential Library and Museum on May 4, 2025 in Boston. “Political courage is not outdated in the United States,” said Kennedy and Schlossberg in a joint statement. At every level of government, leaders are putting country first and not backing down. Despite our political differences, it is hard to imagine an act of greater consequence than Vice President Pence’s decision to certify the 2020 presidential election during an attack on the U.S. Capitol. Upholding his oath to the Constitution and following his conscience, the Vice President put his life, career, and political future on the line. His decision is an example of President Kennedy’s belief that an act of political courage can change the course of history.” “I am deeply humbled and honored to be the recipient of the Kennedy Profile in Courage Award,” said Pence. “I have been inspired by the life and words of President John F. Kennedy since my youth and am honored to join the company of so many distinguished Americans who have received this recognition in the past.” QUOTABLE QUOTES “It’s an honor to host high school students in the House Chamber as they participate in Student Government Day. It’s very important to engage BEACON | SEE PAGE 22 Your Hometown News Delivered! EVERETT ADVOCATE MALDEN ADVOCATE REVERE ADVOCATE SAUGUS ADVOCATE One year subscription to The Advocate of your choice: $200 per paper in-town per year or $225 per paper out-of-town per year. 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Page 22 THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, ApRil 11, 2025 REAL ESTATE TRANSAC TIONS Copyrighted material previously published in Banker & Tradesman/The Commercial Record, a weekly trade newspaper. It is reprinted with permission from the publisher, The Warren Group. For a searchable database of real estate transactions and property information visit: www.thewarrengroup.com. BUYER1 Feng, Xiaopei Hughes, Robert BEACON | FROM PAGE 21 our young people in our democratic process, and I encourage all of the students participating to become active in state government.” ---House Speaker Ron Mariano (D-Quincy) on more than 350 high school juniors and seniors from across the state gathered at the Statehouse last week to participate in Student Government Day, an annual program organized by the Department of Elementary and Secondary Education. “Massachusetts is the medical research capital of the country. Not only do our public research institutions rely on NIH funding for their groundbreaking research, job creation and academic competitiveness, but our residents depend on these studies to propel lifesaving medical advancements. I won’t allow the Trump Administration to take unlawful BUYER2 Wang, Chang F SELLER1 Provitola, Michael P Chen, Fan actions that play politics with our public health.” ---Attorney General Andrea Campbell on joining a coalition of 16 attorneys general that is suing the Trump Administration in the U.S. District Court for Massachusetts over its unlawful attempt to disrupt grant funding issued by the National Institutes of Health. “The evidence is clear— child sexual abuse is preventable. Prevention means not only equipping communities with the tools to stop abuse before it happens but also ensuring families have access to resources when concerns arise. Addressing problematic sexual behavior is an essential piece of this work. By expanding education and support, we can help children develop healthy behaviors and provide caregivers with the guidance they need.” ---Jennifer Valenzuela, Executive Director of the Children’s Trust, marking the beginning SELLER2 Zhu, Xinyi of Child Abuse Prevention Month. “Play-based learning provides young children with engaging experiences that support their cognitive and social-emotional development. These grants will help provide our schools, from Northampton to Fall River, with funding to create environments that refl ect the ways in which young children learn.” ---Education Secretary Dr. Patrick Tutwiler announcing the awarding of $1.2 million in grants to seven school districts to incorporate playful learning strategies into preschool through third grade classrooms. 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 ADDRESS 46 Wyllis Ave 43 Charlton St #B504 CITY Everett Everett lot of important work is done outside of the House and Senate chambers. They note that their jobs also involve committee work, research, constituent work and other matters that are important to their districts. Critics say that the Legislature does not meet regularly or long enough to debate and vote in public view on the thousands of pieces of legislation that have been fi led. They note that the infrequency and brief length of sessions are misguided and lead to irresponsible late-night sessions and a mad rush to act on dozens of bills in the days immediately preceding the end of an annual session. During the week of March 31-April 4, the House met for a total of nine minutes while the Senate met for a total of 34 minutes. 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Listing Agent, Broker/Owner: Ronnie Puzon 781.526.6357 7 12 Autran Ave, North Andover List Price: $710,00 This charming 8 room, 3 bedroom, 2 bath home offers spacious rooms that features a newer fully applianced kitchen consisting of granite countertop cabinets and tiled floors that opens to a dining room through to the living room perfect for entertaining. Don’t miss out on the opportunity to make this your dream home. Listing Agent: Pat Torcivia 781.820.0974 781.231.9800 101 Waite St., A7, Malden List Price: $285,000 Fantastic opportunity for investors or homeowners looking to build instant sweat equity! This spacious 1-bedroom condo features large living room, dining area and lots of closets! Incredible potential! Enjoy common laundry room on same floor, a deeded parking space, and plenty of on-street parking. Listing Agent: Diane Horrigan 781.526.6357 7 33 Central St., 1F, Saugus For Rent: $1800.00/monthly Move-in ready! This cozy yet spacious one-bedroom apartment features a designated parking spot for the tenant. Conveniently located near Saugus Center, with easy access to the scenic bike path to the sea, Route 1, shopping, dining, and public transportation. Listing Agent: Lucia Ponte 781.883.8130 Listi 7 Providing Real Estate Services for Nearly Two Decades Servicing Saugus, Melrose, Wakefield, Malden, all North Shore communities, Boston and Beyond. DATE 03.19.25 03.21.25 PRICE 1120000 708000 Mon.March 31 House 11:02 a.m. to 11:05 a.m. Senate 11:21 a.m. to 11:25 a.m. Tues. April 1 No House session No Senate session Wed.April 2 No House session No Senate session Thurs. April 3 House 11:00 a.m. to 11:06 a.m. Senate 11:13 a.m. to 11:43 a.m. Fri. April 4 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.

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