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EV RETEVT V E ER T Vol. 35, No.15 -FREET www.advocatenews.net Your Local News & Sports Online! Scan & Subscribe! ADDOCCO TEAT Free Every Friday 617-387-2200 Friday, April 17, 2026 Malden River fl oating boardwalk project receives funding approval Funds secured by McGonagle approved by City Council Artist’s renderings show the fl oating boardwalk which will allow public access along the Malden River that would connect the Rivergreen trail system to the Village Landing Park walking trail. O n April 2, 2026, State Representative Joe McGonagle was pleased to announce that funding secured from the Commonwealth designated for the design and permitting of a fl oating boardwalk along the Malden River has been approved by the City Council. This project has been part of the environmental eff orts by the City of Everett to improve outdoor spaces and increase accessibility. The proposed boardwalk — based off the mile boardwalk in the Chicago River — would connect the Rivergreen trail system to the Village Landing Park walking trail. Additionally, the project would add fl oating wetlands to help clean the river. “Building on our success of installing a dock and kayak launch,” said McGonagle, “we are looking to take advantage of Everett’s waterfront so that all may enjoy it. I am ecstatic we have made progress towards improving this area and I can’t wait to watch it fl ourish. 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 SWEET 15: Director Mark Sachetta recognized senior band ensemble members after the EPS Percussion Ensemble captured the New England Scholastic Band Association Championship on Saturday at Fitchburg High School. (Advocate photo) By Tara Vocino he Everett Crimson Tide Percussion Ensemble captured the New England Scholastic Band Association Championship — winning the highest score of the day — on Saturday at Fitchburg High School. The Everett Public Schools preT sented a Night of Percussion at Everett High School last Thursday night, featuring faculty and students, before Saturday’s New England Scholastic Championship. On Saturday, they scored 91.7, which was the highest score of the day. WINS | SEE PAGE 12 I owe a big thank you to Tom Philbin, Environmental Planner & Sustainability Coordinator for the City of Everett. None of this would be possible without his vision and hard work.” The fl oating boardwalk is an innovative solution that connects Rivergreen Park and Village Landing Park while improving access to the river in a way that works with nature — not against it. For many years, plans to link these riverfront parks and connect to the Northern Strand Community Trail have faced major challenges, including steep riverbanks and privately owned PROJECT | SEE PAGE 9 EPS Percussion Ensemble wins New England Championship for 15th time

Page 2 THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, ApRil 17, 2026 Rogers Casts Lone Vote Against National Grid Projects, Citing Waterfront Access Violations By Neil Zolot ouncillor at-Large Katy Rogers was the lone vote against National Grid utility inC stallations in the Commercial Triangle bordered by Lower Broadway, Revere Beach Parkway/Route 16 and the Mystic River, at the City Council meet8 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 Scan & Follow Us on Facebook! ing on Monday, April 13. As she had in voting against National Grid proposals in past meetings, she cited the company’s refusal to grant access to waterfront land as required by Massachusetts General Laws Chapter 91. “National Grid Chapter 91 violation is relevant to all National Grid projects,” she said. “It’s my third Earth Day as a Councillor and National Grid has told me they’re not to answer to the City Council about the violation on waterfront access residents are entitled to. They have ‘no trespassing’ signs.” Chapter 91 is the Massachusetts Public Waterfront Act. It is implemented by the state Department of Environmental Protection Waterways Regulation Program, which mass.gov indicates “preserves pedestrian access along the water’s edge for fishing, fowling and navigation in return for permission to develop non-water dependent projects on tidelands, and seeks to protect and extend public strolling rights as well as public navigation rights.” National Grid owns or operwww.810bargrille.com ates a number of facilities on or near waterfronts, including a solar array on Rover Street and the Everett Marine Terminal in the Commercial Triangle. The proposals were passed and she confessed, “I’m tired of having to vote no on everything because the question I have goes unanswered.” She also questioned newly appointed Licensing Commission member Samuel Fern on the issue of small liquor bottles (or nips) that litter the streets. “We find nips in playgrounds, schoolyards and backyards,” she said. “The subject has been brought up with the Licensing Commission several times, but with no resolution. I know I’m putting you on the spot, but what would be your solution?” Fern confessed he was unprepared, but added, “I agree it’s a serious problem. I know it’s a concern in any urban neighborhood.” Rogers mentioned her advocacy for a deposit on nips at the local or state level, to which Fern responded, “Before I give a definitive answer, I’d like to educate myself on what various positions are.” Rogers also brought up the issue of alcohol company advertisements in playgrounds and during Little League baseball games. “I take this issue seriously,” Fern responded, relating when his then 20-year-old son was allowed in a bar and was hurt in a car accident as a passenger with a drunk driver. City Council President Stephanie Smith interrupted further discussion to call the question on Fern’s appointment, telling members, “These are issues you can bring to the Licensing Board.” In other items, a vote to enshrine an ordinance promoting fair labor standards and preventing wage theft was tabled until the next meeting (Monday, April 27) because the language had not been advertised in advance of the meeting as required by open meeting laws. “The purpose is to promote fair labor standards and lawful wage practices, prevent wage theft, ensure the City contracts only with responsible employers, protect workers through a transparent complaint process and safeguard taxpayer funds from supporting employers who violate wage and hour laws,” it reads, with wage theft defined as failure to pay minimum wage, overtime the prevailing wage and/or pay in a timely fashion. Making unlawful deductions from wages and misclassification of employees as independent contractors are other elements. “It will give the City the ability to say no to contractors that violate wage laws and don’t pay our residents for work,” Ward 2 Councillor Stephanie Martins explained. “Businesses comVOTE AGAINST | SEE PAGE 9 Spring is Here! 10 Everett Ave., Everett 617-389-3839 Celebrating 67 Years in Business! n Roofing fng

THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, ApRil 17, 2026 Page 3 Rent Control Ballot Question sparks widespread opposition from local offi cials Dozens join coalition to defeat ballot question that would decimate municipal budgets Special to Th e Advocate D ozens of mayors, city councillors and other local elected offi cials have joined Housing for Massachusetts, the coalition formed in opposition to the proposed rent control ballot question. United in their concerns about the one-sizefits-all question’s impact on municipal budgets and housing creation, the elected offi - cials together represent cities and towns across the Commonwealth that span a wide range of geographies, demographics and socioeconomic realities. In The Advocate readership area, mayors who have joined the coalition against rent control ~ letter-to-the-Editor ~ A Lifetime of Service Deserves Transparency and Respect To The Editor: The recent removal of Phillip new representation. This action is especially disapColameta from the Everett Housing Authority board raises troubling questions about transparency and fairness in local government. Mr. Colameta has served the Housing Authority with dedication for many years and was unanimously reappointed by the current City Council. Despite this, he was removed without any specifi c reason, without a public hearing, and without any evidence of misconduct. The only explanation off ered was a vague reference to “future needs” and the desire for pointing given the Colameta family’s extraordinary record of service to Everett. Four generations of lifelong residents have contributed to our city, serving in the mayor’s offi ce, fi re department, police department, and building department. Family members have served on numerous commissions and boards, and Mr. Colameta’s father served as purchasing agent under Mayor Connolly’s administration. Few families have given more to our community over so many decades. The Housing Authority is responsible for providing housing for some of our most vulnerable residents. They deserve experienced, stable leadership that prioritizes continuity and proven commitment. Mayor Van Campen has pledged to be a mayor for all the people of Everett. As a lifelong resident and dedicated public servant who has contributed alongside my family for decades, I must ask: am I not still one of those people? Sincerely, Phillip Colameta Everett, MA are Everett Mayor Robert Van Campen and Revere Mayor Patrick M. Keefe, Jr. A new study from the Center for State Policy Analysis at Tufts University found rent control would eliminate $300 billion of Massachusetts property values over the next decade, crushing municipal budgets and forcing local leaders to cut back on key services or drastically shift RENT CONTROL | SEE PAGE 4 “WE’RE STILL HERE!” Since 1947 MALDEN AUTO BODY Book online: Maldenauto.com 49 Robin St., Everett, MA 617-389-3030 * Maldenab@yahoo.com Over 79 years of exceptional service! Massone Family Owned & Operated 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 PHONE: (617) 387-7466 FAX: (617) 381-9186 Visit us online at: WWW.SABATINO-INS.COM

Page 4 THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, ApRil 17, 2026 RENT CONTROL | FROM PAGE 3 the tax burden to homeowners and condo owners to maintain investments in education, infrastructure and public safety.The ballot question would mandate the same policy across every city and town across the state with no opt-out, meaning that even if voters in a town reject the policy at the ballot box, it will still become law in their community if it passes statewide, removing local control from housing policy. “Cities and towns across the state are already struggling to provide critical municipal services without raising taxes on their residents,” said Methuen Mayor D.J. Beauregard. “Rent control would devalue properties with crushing eff ects on our budgets that support teachers and education, police, fi re, and public safety, and infrastructure maintenance and improvement in our cities and towns.” The question would limit an50 nual rent increases to the annual change in consumer price index (CPI), which has averaged just 2.58% over the past 20 years, up to a maximum of 5%. In other places that have recently implemented rent control, the policy has led to landlords raising rents up to the maximum each year. A recent Wall Street Journal 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 report on St. Paul’s rent control policy included local perspective on the actual implications of the policy for renters: “Landlords of older properties, meanwhile, say they are raising rents more often since they are limited to 3% increases. “Alisa Lein, a property manager who lives in St. Paul, used to keep most annual rent increases well below 3%. She raised the price when the apartment turned over. But St. Paul’s ordinance outlawed that practice. Now, she raises rents by the 3% maximum every year. “‘Even though I’d love to give someone who’s been in the apartment for 20 years a bit of a break, I can’t anymore,’ said Lein.” As Governor Maura Healey has repeatedly noted, the ballot question is already impacting housing creation in the state, further limiting supply. At a Greater Boston Chamber of Commerce forum last month, the Governor said that thousands of units have already been put on hold and that housing investors are “just going to other states. It’s totally at odds and counterproductive to what we’re trying to do.” In Cambridge, Massachusetts, under the Commonwealth’s previous rent control regime, the city lost 2,500 renter-occupied units in just 10 years (between 1980-1990), according to the U.S. Census. Those declines were reversed only after rent control was banned by voters through a statewide ballot question in 1994. This 2026 proposed ballot question goes even further. Not only will it apply to every community in Massachusetts, but the limited exemptions in the measure would control virtually every privately owned rental property in the Commonwealth, including single-family homes, condos and twoand three-families that are not owner occupied. The measure treats individuals or families who rent out one unit the same as a hedge fund that owns and rents 10,000. The Governor and Mayors are not the only ones concerned. The Housing for Massachusetts coalition has now also been joined by more than two dozen elected offi cials, including Revere offi cials City Council President Anthony Zambuto, Councillors Joanne McKenna, Paul Argenzio, Chris Giannino, Ira Novoselsky and Marc Silvestri and School Committee Members Stephen Damiano Jr. and Alexander Rhalimi. These elected offi cials join more than a dozen business groups across the state in opposing this ballot question: Associated Industries of Massachusetts, the Charles River Chamber of Commerce, the Greater Boston Chamber of Commerce, the Greater Boston Real Estate Board, MassBio, the Massachusetts Association of Realtors, the Massachusetts Business Roundtable, NAIOP – Massachusetts, The Commercial Real Estate Development Association, the Worcester Regional Chamber of Commerce and many more. Housing for Massachusetts is a coalition of Massachusetts citizens, small property owners, family-owned real estate companies, aff ordable housing developers and housing advocates. It aims to educate and advocate for policies that support housing creation in Massachusetts, improving availability and aff ordability for all. Learn more at HousingforMass.com YOUR LOCAL NEWS & SPORTS IN SIX LANGUAGES. SUBSCRIBE TO THE ADVOCATE ONLINE BY SCANNING HERE!

THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, ApRil 17, 2026 Page 5 Sen. DiDomenico secures $1M for city and school projects in his district S enator Sal DiDomenico secured $1,000,000 for local projects across his district in legislation passed by the Massachusetts Senate last week. This funding will empower schools and local government in every city that he represents to make schools improvements, expand educational programs and upgrade critical infrastructure for transportation. “Bringing home resources to my communities is always a top priority and I am thrilled to support so many incredible projects throughout my district with this funding,” said Senator DiDomenico. “I can’t wait to see all the auditorium upgrades, new instruments, school renovations, and public infrastructure projects that will improve daily life for our kids and for commuters across Cambridge, Charlestown, Chelsea, and Everett.” The $1,000,000 will enable the following: • Chelsea High School will get funding for their music program. • Cambridge Public Schools will support the visual performing arts program. • Harvard-Kent Elementary School will make improvements to outdoor spaces. man Streets. • Warren-Prescott Elementary School will invest in crucial building improvements. • The City of Chelsea will make improvements to crossings located at Washington and Webster Avenues. • Chelsea Public Schools will purchase new instruments for students. • The Webster School will make modular unit upgrades. • Chelsea Public Schools will make upgrades to their audio video studio. • Everett Public Schools will Gerry Senator Sal DiDomenico speaking on the Senate fl oor during debate on this legislation. (Courtesy photo) • Cambridgeport School will get new stage equipment for school assemblies. • Everett High School will get funding for their music program. • Chelsea Public Schools will reupholster auditorium seating. • The King Open School will be putting in new tile work in public spaces. • The City of Chelsea will repair and upgrade bridges and J& • Reliable Mowing Service • Spring & Fall Cleanups • Mulch & Edging • Sod or Seed Lawns • Shrub Planting & Trimming • Water & Sewer Repairs Joe Pierotti, Jr. bridge approaches necessary to provide public access to the Forbes site. • The City of Everett will construct a raised intersection at the corner of Nichols and Vine Streets in front of the Keverian School. • The Chelsea High School drama department will get funding. • The City of Everett will construct a raised intersection at the corner of Tappan and KinsS 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 LA MORA CONTEST FEATURING SAL “THE GOLDFISH SWALLOWER” BARRESI Designing and Constructing Ideas that are “Grounds for Success” Landscaping D’Ambrosio Attorney-at-Law Is Your Estate in Order? Do you have an update Will, Health Care Proxy or Power of Attorney? If Not, Please Call for a Free Consultation. 14 Proctor Avenue, Revere (781) 284-5657 THE PAESANI CLUB ANNUAL POLENTA PARTY ANTHONY’S OF MALDEN 105 CANAL STREET MALDEN, MA. 02148 THURSDAY, MAY 14, 2026 6:00PM COCKTAIL HOUR SAVE THE DATE! update their main staircase stair treads. This funding was included in a larger budget plan that pairs statewide education and transportation investments with innovative policies to spur new multifamily housing construction, boost the family medicine workforce, protect immigrants and ease strained municipal budgets with regionally equitable Fair Share investments. The Senate passed the bill with a 35-4 roll call vote and sent it back to the House of Representatives for further review.

Page 6 THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, ApRil 17, 2026 City of Everett invites residents to Earth Day Clean-Up at Gateway Park on April 25 Volunteers will support ongoing efforts to restore and expand public green space along the Malden River Everett students from the EHS Key Club and Everett Energy, joined by school staff and Ward 4 Councilor Holly Garcia (far left, bottom row), posed at Glendale Park during the 2025 Spring Cleanup. Special to The Advocate T he City of Everett and Clean Up Everett invite residents, families and community members to take part in an Earth Day Community Clean-Up on Saturday, April 25, 2026, at Gateway Park. Check-in begins at 9:30 a.m., with the clean-up running from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Light refreshments will be provided for volunteers following the event. Located along the Malden River, Gateway Park is one of Everett’s key public waterfront spaces and the focus of ongoing efforts to expand green space and restore natural habitat in a historically industrial area. “As a community with limited green space and a heavily industrialized waterfront, these efforts matter,” said Mayor Robert J. Van Campen. “Gateway Park represents what’s possible when we invest in our environment, and this clean-up is a chance for residents to be part of that progress right here on our waterfront.” As a designated Environmental Justice community, Everett continues to prioritize access to clean, healthy outdoor spaces. In 2024 nearly 300 volunteers participated in the City’s Earth Day clean-up, helping to build momentum for continued improvements at Gateway Park, including large-scale planting and restoration projects. “I am incredibly proud to see this collaboration between the City of Everett and Clean Up Everett in recognition of Earth Day,” said Councilor-at-Large Katy Rogers. “It is vital that we prioritize our environment not just once a year, but every single day. This event provides a wonderful opportunity for our community to come together with the shared goal of a cleaner, more sustainable city.” The event is organized in partnership with Clean Up Everett, a volunteer-led chapter of Keep Massachusetts Beautiful that engages residents in hands-on cleanups and beautification projects across the city. “We’re excited to highlight Gateway Park as a great green Councilor-at-Large Katy Rogers removed trash from the river at the 2025 Spring Cleanup. space for the community,” said Clean Up Everett Founder Stephanie McColaugh. “I look forward to continuing to work together after the event to develop a litter prevention strategy to maintain a cleaner, safer, and more beautiful Everett for residents and wildlife alike.” Residents are encouraged to register in advance at cityofeverett.com/earthday26 to help organizers plan supplies. No experience is necessary, and all materials will be provided. Clean Up Everett Founder Stephanie McColaugh collected litter at the 2025 Spring Cleanup. Volunteers from the 2024 Earth Day Clean-Up shoveled wood chips into a wheelbarrow to be used as mulch for new plantings.

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Page 8 THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, ApRil 17, 2026 New study examines air quality near Everett schools Everett uses data to inform solutions, reduce exposure and protect student health Special to The Advocate A new regional study examining air quality in the Lower Mystic area is helping communities, including Everett, better understand how traffic patterns impact air pollution near schools and where targeted improvements can make a difference. The Community-Led Improvement of Air Quality in the Lower Mystic (CLEANAIR) study, which was funded by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and led by the Mystic River Watershed Association (MyRWA), analyzed transportation-related air pollution (TRAP) across Everett, Malden, CharlesMyRWA Executive Director Patrick Herron speaking about the CLEANAIR Project to community members at the Everett Rec Center. CLEANAIR study monitoring locations. Community members listening to CLEANAIR Report-Out speaker Research Assistant Professor Neelakshi Hudda of Tufts University’s Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering. The air monitor on top of Everett City Hall that tracked air quality and pollutants for this project. town and East Boston. Findings from the three-year study show that vehicle-related air pollution levels increase during school pick-up and drop-off hours across the region, with schools experiencing two to three times more pollution compared to in non-school periods. The data reinforces what many urban communities already experience: Traffic conAIR QUALITY | SEE PAGE 11

THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, ApRil 17, 2026 Page 9 Sen. DiDomenico reflects on loss and resilience with ALS advocates Senator Sal DiDomenico speaking at the State House’s ALS Advocacy event while holding a picture of his parents. (Courtesy photo) Special to The Advocate L ast week, at the State House’s ALS Advocacy Day, Senator Sal DiDomenico spoke about his mom’s courageous battle with ALS Senator Sal DiDomenico with all of the ALS advocates. (Courtesy photo) and her enduring love for her family. In last year’s budget, DiDomenico secured $250,000 for the ALS Association of Massachusetts, which supports individuals living with ALS and their families Sen. DiDomenico recognizes Everett resident at Student Government Day who care for them. The Senator will continue advocating for increased investments in this extraordinary organization this year. “It was inspiring to be surrounded by so many people PROJECT | FROM PAGE 1 land. Earlier concepts required significant construction, such as large retaining walls and property acquisition, which would have disrupted valuable riverbank habitat. This project takes a different approach. By using a floating boardwalk system — similar to the existing rowing dock — the city can provide safe, continuous public access without altering the natural shoreline. Just as importantly, the boardwalk introduces new ecological benefits. Because river level flucVOTE AGAINST | FROM PAGE 2 Senator Sal DiDomenico with Everett High School student Mia Allen at the State House. (Courtesy photo) L ast week Senator Sal DiDomenico recognized an Everett High School student, Mia Allen, at the State House’s Student Government Day with a Citation and took her on a brief tour of the building. DiDomenico also brought Mia into Governor Maura Healey’s office and discussed the history of leaders who have worked in that office. Student Government Day is a great opportunity for high school students from all parts of the state to visit the State House for a day of education and debating real legislation. “It was a pleasure to show Mia Allen, an Everett High School student from my district, around different parts of the State House and watch her engage in debate with peers on timely issues that I am working on with my colleagues,” said DiDomenico. mitting fraud and wage theft should be concerned about this.” Action on an amendment to zoning regulations to limit the capacity of data centers was also tabled. The matter was discussed by the City Council meeting in January, at which time the matter was referred to the Planning Board. Rogers explained they considered a full ban, but a compromise was reached to limit their capacity. A data center is a facility that enables the internet by processing data, email, web searches and virtually everything the internet is used for. who have been impacted in some way by this horrible disease and are using their experience to advocate for more funding and research into ALS,” said Senator DiDomenico. “We hope there will tuates due to dam operations, it has been difficult for certain wetland plants — called Emergents “plants with wet feet” — to thrive along this stretch of river. These plants are essential: They help filter water, provide habitat for fish and amphibians and support a healthy ecosystem. By integrating floating wetlands into the boardwalk design, this project creates space for these important plant communities to grow. Similar systems have been successfully implemented elsewhere, including Chicago’s “Wild Mile.” The result is a more complete The Science Feedback website reports there are 9,000 in the world and more are needed and planned, but they require large amounts of water for cooling. In Public Participation, Ben Masselink spoke in favor of a data center on behalf of The Davis Companies, which is proposing one in the Docklands District in the Commercial Triangle. A number of residents, including John Burns and Ari Ressing, spoke against having one, citing the large amount of water needed, which would drive up water rates in the city, noise pollution and there being no positive impact on the local economy. In discussion, one day be a cure, and until then I will continue to prioritize ALS legislation and investments so we can support research and organizations that care for families dealing with this disease.” and resilient river ecosystem — one that people can safely experience up close. Visitors will be able to walk alongside native plantings, observe wildlife and better understand their role as stewards of the river. In addition to its environmental benefits, the boardwalk strengthens neighborhood connections. It creates a continuous pedestrian and bicycle link between parks and aligns with future redevelopment opportunities along the river, improving everyday access while enhancing the overall character of the area. Smith said the matter would be referred to the Legislative Affairs Subcommittee for further study. In housekeeping matters, the City Council approved motions to amend the City’s Administrative Code to establish a Department of Strategic Planning and Community Development and the position of Chief Development Officer, establish a Department of Administrative and Financial Services and the position of Chief Administrative and Financial Officer and approved the appointment of Monica Lamboy as Chief Development Officer and Omar Boukilito as Chief Administrative and Financial Officer.

Page 10 THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, ApRil 17, 2026 ~ Everett Public Libraries Calendar of Events ~ April 21–26 The Everett Public Libraries will be closed on Monday, April 20, in honor of Patriots’ Day. Check out seeds from the library! The Seed Library is back at the Everett Public Libraries, just in time for spring. You can check out up to five seed packets per family from either the Shute or Parlin Libraries. Only available while supplies last! Parlin Adult and Teens Open Mic Poetry Night: Parlin Meeting Room, Tuesday, April 21, at 7 p.m. Enjoy poetry read and written by members of the Everett community! This event is recommended for ages 16 and up. Interested in sharing a poem you wrote or reading a poem you love? Sign up online or talk to a librarian! Registration is only required to present, not to attend! Gaming Club: Parlin YA Room, Tuesdays and Thursdays at 3 p.m. Join us for board games and video games at the library! Bring your own or play what we have here. For ages 12 and up. Yarn Club: Parlin Fireplace Room, Tuesday, April 21, 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! Murder/Mystery Book Group: Connolly Center Meeting Room, Thursday, April 23, at 12 p.m. Discuss “UnWorld” by Jayson Greene. See Kathleen for copies on her twice monthly visits or call the Parlin (617-3942300) or Shute (617-394-2308) Libraries. Container Gardening with the Blackstone Valley Veggie Gardens: Parlin Meeting Room, Saturday, April 25, at 11:30 a.m. Short on space, but still have visions of growing your own produce? Come learn all about growing in containers in the first event of our Gardening Series presented by the Blackstone Valley Veggie Gardens. This program is recommended for adults aged 18 and up. Registration is required; sign up online, in person or call 617-394-2300. Parlin Children’s Space out during April Break! It’s Massachusetts Space Week. Join us as we launch into a week of curiosity and exploration that’s out of this world! Matinee Movies: Parlin Meeting Room, Tuesday, April 21–Friday, April 24, at 12 p.m.: • Tuesday, April 21: “Space Buddies” (Rated G). • Wednesday, April 22: “Home” (Rated PG). • Thursday, April 23: “Space Jam” (Rated PG). • Friday, April 24: “Wall-E” (Rated PG). Poetry Fun: Stop by the Children’s Rooms at the Parlin and Shute branches this month to add a line to our magnetic poetry board. Don’t forget to add a poem to the Poet-Tree before you go! Storytime and Singalong with Karen: Parlin Children’s Room, Wednesday, April 22, at 11 a.m. Join us for a fun-filled morning of singing and storytelling with Karen! Suggested ages: newborn to six. Drama Class: Parlin Children’s Room, Wednesday, April 22, 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. Origami Club: Parlin Children’s Room, Saturday, April 25, 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. Adult and Teens Ready Player One Games: Shute Meeting Room, April 22 at 2:30 p.m. Level up your Wednesdays with our ultimate gaming hangout! Grab your friends and dive into fun Nintendo Switch and PlayStation games; whether you’re racing, battling or teaming up for co-op fun, there’s something for everyone. Cosmic Coasters: Shute Meeting Room, Thursday, April 23, at 7 p.m. To celebrate Space Week, join us for a fun, hands-on, DIY program where you’ll design and paint your very own set of cosmic-themed coasters to take home. Come get crafty and make something truly out of this world! This event is for ages 18 and up. Registration is required. Shute Children’s Blackout Poetry: Stop by Shute Memorial Library Children’s Department throughout the month of April. Put your imagination to the test with Blackout Poetry! Can you find a poem in someone else’s words? Recommended for ages six-plus. Children under eight might need extra guidance Intergalactic Badge: Stop by the Shute Children’s Department during April Vacation Week to create your own “Intergalactic Badge.” For every mission to outer space, astronauts have special patches to put on their space suits; now you can have one, too! Your mission + your design = unique fashion. We’ll turn your creation into a wearable button. Miss Val’s Storytime Pals: Shute Children’s Room, Tuesday 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! Shute Cinema Presents: Join us in the Shute Library Meeting Room at noon throughout school vacation week for spacethemed movies and popcorn: • Tuesday, April 21: “Muppets From Space” (Rated G). • Wednesday. April 22: “Treasure Planet” (Rated PG). • Thursday, April 23: “Monsters vs. Aliens” (Rated PG). • Friday, April 24: “Guardians of the Galaxy” (Rated PG-13). For Better or Verse — Poetry Club: Shute Memorial Library Meeting Room, every other Tuesday from 5-6:30 p.m. Maybe you love poetry; maybe you’re just curious about it. Maybe you’re looking for a creative outlet and want to meet some other creative people. Whatever your reason, join “For Better or Verse.” Read, write and share poetry! Recommended for ages nine to 13. Master Builders: Lego Freeplay: Shute Children’s Room, Thursdays from 3-5 p.m.; freeplay 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? Parlin Library announces public Seed Library lettuce and tomatoes and basil, oh my! Special to The Advocate he Everett Public Libraries are excited to announce the seasonal opening of the Seed Library at the Parlin and Shute Memorial Libraries! Now an annual tradition, the Seed Library is open to the public to peruse our collection of nearly 30 varieties of vegetables, herbs and flowers for check out. This year, the Library Gardening Committee has made over 1,000 packets of seeds available for free to anyone who is interested in planting them! “Being on the Garden ComT mittee has allowed me to fulfill the ever growing need to participate more in urban gardening and fight back on consumerism wherever we can,” The libraries kindly ask that Find the seed library at the Parlin in an old card catalog! expresses Maddison, a Library Aide at the Parlin Memorial Library. “Having seeds at the local library is another way we can build a greener space and find others who also enjoy a porch garden.” patrons limit their seed checkouts to five seed packets per family to get their gardens started this year. If you are interested in gardening, or think you might like to try it out, the libraries encourage you to sign up for one of the many gardening workshops available at our Gardening Series hosted by the Blackstone Valley Veggie Gardens. The series begins on Saturday, April 25, with a Container Gardening Workshop in the Parlin Memorial Library Meeting Room beginning at 11:30 a.m. Register for any of the workshops using the library calendar online, calling 617394-2300 or asking a librarian to sign you up!

THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, ApRil 17, 2026 Page 11 Student Government Day at the State House Healey-Driscoll administration awards Teacher Apprenticeship Grants Everett receives $128,000 R ecently, the Healey-Driscoll administration announced over $1.7 million in grants to seven school districts implementing the first Registered Teacher Apprenticeship Programs in Massachusetts, a key step in the administration’s efforts to strengthen and grow Massachusetts’ educator workforce. The awarded districts have launched an initial cohort with 27 registered teacher apprentices, with funding supporting mentorship and supervision, tuition and fees, licensure assessment preparation, professional development and program coordination. Registered Teacher ApprenNaomi, a junior at Pioneer Charter School of Science. (Courtesy photo) ticeship Programs provide an innovative, no-cost pathway to earning an Initial teaching license by integrating paid, onAIR QUALITY | FROM PAGE 8 gestion plays a direct role in localized air quality. In Everett, monitoring at school sites identified higher concentrations of ultrafine particles (UFP) compared to readings from the City Hall central monitoring location. UFPs are commonly associated with vehicle emissions, as well as broader regional sources, such as air traffic, industry and other urban activity. The study also points to reMia, a junior at Everett High School. (Courtesy photo) S tate Representative Joe McGonagle met with students at the State House during Student Government Day. gional factors influencing air quality, including wind patterns and proximity to major transportation infrastructure. Elevated levels observed during certain wind conditions suggest that sources beyond any single community contribute to overall air pollution in the Lower Mystic area. Everett is designated as an “environmental justice” comthe-job training with academic coursework. Apprentices can earn while they learn under the mentorship of experienced educators. The program is designed to strengthen teacher preparation through job-embedded learning while reducing financial and systemic barriers that can limit access to the teaching profession. “We need more talented educators in our classrooms, and we need to make it easier for people to enter the teaching profession. That is why our administration launched the state’s first Registered Teacher Apprenticeship Program to diversify and strengthen the educator workforce and pipeline across Massachusetts,” said Governor Maura Healey. “These apprenticeship programs are part of our broader munity, meaning residents have historically faced a disproportionate share of environmental burdens. City leaders say studies like CLEANAIR are critical tools for continuing to advocate for resources, inform policy decisions and advance long-term environmental improvements. “This study helps put data behind what many communities like Everett have long understood,” said Mayor Robert Van Campen. “Four times the pollution at our schools compared to City Hall demands action. We are committed to working with regional partners, state agencies and local organizations to reduce exposure, improve air quality and protect the health of our residents, especially our students.” Because vehicle traffic during school hours is a primary driver of the elevated pollution levels found in the study, reducgoal to grow our workforce and fill 100,000 critical jobs across Massachusetts, including in our schools. By helping districts remove financial barriers and create real pathways into teaching, we are helping more people step into the classroom and make sure every student has access to a great educator.” The program is part of Governor Healey’s broader effort to grow Massachusetts’ workforce, including the Governor’s goal to register 100,000 apprentices across key sectors, such as education, health care and the skilled trades, over the next decade. By expanding pathways into teaching, the administration is strengthening the educator pipeline and helping ensure every student has access to a high-quality education. ing idling near schools is one of the most direct actions the community can take. Massachusetts law already prohibits unnecessary idling. The City is planning a public awareness campaign to help residents understand the health risks of vehicle exhaust and simple steps they can take, such as turning off engines when parked near schools. MyRWA also encourages broader community-level actions to reduce exposure, including using alternative modes of transportation when possible and supporting the expansion of green spaces that help filter pollutants. City officials say they will continue reviewing the findings and working with partners to identify practical steps that can improve air quality at the neighborhood level. For more information and to view the full CLEANAIR report, visit mysticriver.org/cleanair. 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Page 12 THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, ApRil 17, 2026 EPS Percussion Ensemble wins New England Championship for 15th time Derek Soper accompanied by his teacher Mr. Ryan Enos performed “Wish You Were Here” written by Pink Floyd on guitar. The percussion ensemble had fun before competing in championships. (Advocate photos by Tara Vocino) Sahir Lopez Ramirez accompanied by his teacher, Mr. Brian Spencer, performed “CheesyPoofs” on snare. Bass Drum and Gong, Elora Olivieri. WINS | FROM PAGE 1 EHS Crimson Tide Color Guard performed “Love Me…NOT.” Shown is Jenifer Sanabria, Sophia Perez Tepoz, Kaia McNally, and Millena Batista on flags. According to EHS Music Coordinator Eugene O’Brien, this is their 15th New England title in 25 years of existence. They will now head to Dayton Ohio this coming week to compete at the WGI Percussion World Championships. They will have to navigate through two preliminary rounds Thursday, advancing to Semi Finals on Friday morning, then to Finals on Friday night. They will perform at the Nutter Center at Wright State University Thursday and Friday morning, followed by performing at Dayton Arena at the University of Dayton. They placed first last year in WINS | SEE PAGE 13 Head Music Teacher Gene O’Brien thanked Director Mark Sachetta. Visual Ensemble members, shown from left to right, are: Arihanna Salvador, Alexandra Rodriguez Chacon, Sophia Perez. In back: Arianna Hernandez and Isabel Escobar on cymbals, Lio Herrera and Jeremy Valdivieso on single toms, Jackie Pineda on bass drum, Mike Batista on bass drum, Millena Batista in visual ensemble, and Jennilynn Du on bass drum.

THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, ApRil 17, 2026 Page 13 EPS Percussion Ensemble wins New England Championship for 15th time Derek Soper, at left, and Jamie Marcellus on guitar and Sofia Chamorro with Dylan Escobar on piano. Families cheered their children on during the concert. Em Pineda Ramos, Axel Nguyen and Sofia Diaz Turcios performed “Tenor Flow” on quads. Front row (seniors), shown from left to right, are: Tessa Ford, Isadora DeCastro Mendes, and Allison Alarcon Acosta. Second row: Natalia Tejada Huete, Arianna Hernandez Perlera, Isabel Escobar Martinez, Jazlyn Ramos, Keyla Marroquin, Dylan Escobar Martinez, Derek Soper, Jaime Perez, and Sahir Lopez Ramirez. Third row: Jeremy Valdivieso Arias, Sophia Perez Tepoz, Jacqueline Pineda, Sofia Chamorro, Matthew Sylvestre, Lucas Simoes, Axel Nguyen, Sofia Diaz, Jennilynn Du, Jamie Marcellus, and Daniel Nuñez Estrella. Fourth row: Kenny Silva, Santino Vega, Lio Herrera, William Hurley, Mike Batista, Dillon Brescia, Kai De Aguiar, Arihanna Salvador, Alexandra Rodriguez Chacon, Millena Batista, Jake Moreira, and Selena Santos. Fifth row: Christopher Cortez, Madison Nichols, Elora Olivieri, Audrey Sawyer, Waif Dormevil, Franklin Portillo Pineda, Obed Lopez Portillo, Jaclyn Nguyen, Daniela Rodriguez Chacon, Riley Sandler, and Em Pineda Ramos. WINS | FROM PAGE 12 their division. “I’m happy to report their current National Ranking based on yesterday’s score is 3rd in the nation,” O’Brien said. The High School faculty involved with the group: • Mark Sachetta Director • Music Coordinator/Emcee Gene O’Brien • Ryan Enos Front Ensemble Coach • Brian Spencer Visual Designer • Samantha Logan Asst. Director • Carmen Falzone Battery Tech Congratulations to the Everett Crimson Tide Percussion Ensemble! Shown from left to right, are: Jaclyn Nguyen on vibraphone, Vincent McLain-Campagna on cymbals, Christian Zepeda Benitez on marimba, Sophia Perez Tepoz, teacher Brian Spencer, Matthew Sylvestre on snare drum and Franklin Portillo Pineda on bells. Daniela Rodriguez Chacon and Keyla Marroquin Perez performed “Miss Magic” on vibraphone during last Thursday night’s performance at Everett High School. The Everett Crimson Tide Percussion Ensemble performed the finale. Shown from left to right, are: Chris Cortez, William Hurley and Daniela Rodriguez playing marimba.

Page 14 THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, ApRil 17, 2026 Sa Sa a Sa y Senior enior Sen by Jim Miller What Causes Dizziness and How to Fix It Dear Savvy Senior, What can cause dizziness in older adults? I have dizzy spells from time to time but I’m not sure what causes it or what I should do about it. --Dizzy Donna Dear Donna, Whether it’s a moment of lightheadedness or the room-whirling sensation of vertigo, dizziness can be very unsettling. As many as 30 percent of people older than 60 experience dizziness at some point, about 50 percent after age 85. This unpleasant sensation only rarely signifi es a serious medical condition. But it can knock you off balance, leading to falls and injuries. That’s why anytime you feel dizzy, you should lower yourself to a safe, seated position. Here’s a brief rundown of what typically causes dizziness and what you can do to fi x it. What Causes Dizziness One of the most common causes of dizziness and vertigo in older adults is benign paroxysmal positional vertigo (BPPV). This occurs when tiny crystals in the inner ear, which play a role in balance, become dislodged. BPPV is more likely as we get older because wear and tear can cause the crystals to shift out of place. The resulting dizziness is generally triggered by changes in head position. People with BPPV often complain that the room spins when they roll over in bed, get into or out of bed, tip their head back, bend over, or make other quick head movements. These episodes usually last only a minute or two, but they may happen intermittently over a period of time. A drop in blood pressure may also cause dizziness, even fainting, especially when changing position from sitting or lying down to standing. This socalled postural hypotension is often the result of problems with blood pressure medication. If this is something that occurs on a regular basis, you need to be evaluated by your doctor. Certain sedatives, antidepressants, cough and cold medicines, and antibiotics can lead to dizziness, too. Dehydration may be another culprit in postural hypotension. Staying hydrated is extremely important for balance, blood pressure, and general well-being. Declines in vision and hearing (including ear infections and impacted earwax) may also aff ect your balance. When to Call a Doctor Occasional dizziness that lasts only for a few seconds is probably no cause for worry, but you should still let your doctor know. If it persists for several minutes or more or keeps happening, call your doctor right away. Sudden dizziness or loss of balance, along with facial drooping, trouble speaking, nausea, and vision or hearing disturbances can signal a stroke. If this happens call 911. Treatment for Dizziness If your doctor thinks you have BPPV, they can teach you the Epley maneuver, where you turn your head and body in ways that move ear crystals back into place. For medication related dizziness, your doctor can change your medication or dosage to reduce the side eff ects. For persistent problems, your doctor can check for infections, balance disorders, and more serious issues, such as tumors, congestive heart failure, an irregular heart rhythm, and conditions like Parkinson’s disease. If none are found, your doctor may recommend vestibular rehab, which may help with dizziness, vertigo, and balance problems. Anxiety and depression can also cause dizziness in some people. Treating this may ease your lightheadedness. Send your questions or comments to questions@savvysenior.org, or to Savvy Senior, P.O. Box 5443, Norman, OK 73070. nr ior Beacon Hill Roll Call Volume 51-Report No. 15 April 6-10, 2026 By Bob Katzen THE HOUSE AND SENATE: Beacon Hill Roll Call reports on local representatives’ and senators’ votes on roll calls from the week of April 6-10. CANNABIS REGULATION CHANGES (H 5350) House 155-0, Senate 33-6, approved and sent to Gov. Maura Healey a conference committee version of a bill that would restructure the Cannabis Control Commission (CCC) -- dissolving it and downsizing its membership from fi ve members to three. It also gives all the power to the governor to make the three appointments, replacing the current law which gives that power to the governor, the attorney general and treasurer. The House and Senate had approved diff erent versions of the measure and a conference committee was appointed in December 2025 and took more than three months to hammer out this compromise version. Other provisions include making it clear that the CCC chair is responsible for personnel and administrative matters and the executive director reports directly to the chair; an increase from one ounce to two ounces in the amount of marijuana that an adult can purchase or possess for recreational use; increasing from three to six the number of licenses a business owner can hold; allowing medical marijuana operators to specialize in cultivation, manufacturing or retail sales by eliminating current costly requirements; directing the CCC to study and make recommendations for the regulation of intoxicating hemp, which has grown in prevalence over recent years and will effectively be banned under federal law this fall unless the U.S. Congress takes action; and giving the CCC the ability to allow retailers to advertise sales, discounts and customer loyalty programs inside the store and via opt-in email, both of which are currently not permitted. “Massachusetts has one of the most established cannabis industries in the country, and our laws need to evolve with that reality,” said Sen. Adam Gomez (D-Springfield), Senate Chair of the Committee on Cannabis Policy and co-chair of the conference committee. “This legislation strengthens oversight of the Cannabis Control Commission while making smart updates that support small businesses, improve accountability and ensure consumers can access cannabis safely and legally. By modernizing license caps, clarifying delivery and advertising rules and increasing transparency across the industry, we are building a more stable, equitable and responsible cannabis marketplace for the commonwealth.” “This bill takes clear steps towards a safer and more equitable cannabis industry across the commonwealth,” said Rep. Daniel Donahue (D-Worcester), House Chair of the Committee on Cannabis Policy and co-chair of the conference committee. “It also restructures and clarifies roles within the CCC to promote a more eff ective and accountable regulating body. This action demonstrates that the House and Legislature remain committed to ensuring that the rapidly changing Massachusetts cannabis industry continues to thrive.” “This bill ensures that as the cannabis industry grows in Massachusetts, it expands opportunity and refl ects our values,” said Senate President Karen Spilka (D-Ashland). “It opens doors for those long left out, modernizes access to safe and legal cannabis and brings our laws in line with a maturing industry. The result is a more stable, fair and equitable marketplace that keeps public health and safety front and center.” “We should work to ensure the cannabis industry operates responsibly and safely,” said Sen. John Keenan (D-Quincy) who voted against the measure. “I would have liked to see [the bill] put greater emphasis on creating suffi cient guardrails to mitigate the potential negative public health outcomes related to a sharp increase in cannabis accessibility. I also advocated for more education on public and mental health risks of cannabis consumption. Constituents have shared with me how cannabis has negatively impacted their lives. With them in mind, I voted against the bill.” None of the other five senators who voted against the bill responded to repeated attempts by Beacon Hill Roll Call asking them to comment on the bill’s passage and to explain why they voted against it. Those fi ve senators are Sens. Kelly Dooner (R-Taunton); Ryan Fattman (R-Sutton); Mark Montigny (D-New Bedford), Patrick O’Connor (R-Weymouth) and Bruce Tarr (R-Gloucester). (A “Yes” vote is for the bill. A “No” vote is against it.) Rep. Joseph McGonagle Sen. Sal DiDomenico Yes KIDS AND SOCIAL MEDIA AND CELL PHONES (H 5349) House 129-25, approved a bill that would prohibit the use of cell phones by students from the time they arrive in school until dismissal. School districts would be required to notify parents of this policy and ensure that parents still have the ability to contact their children during the school day and vice versa. Other provisions require the secure storage of personal electronic devices; allow the use of technology that renders personal electronic devices inoperable; require school districts to make accommodations and exceptions as necessary for documented medical needs, language access and translation needs for students with Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) or disabilities that require the use of personal electronic devices; and in cases of an emergency. The bill also restricts the use of social media by children. Provisions include requiring social media companies to implement an age verifi cation system based on the best technology available in order to reasonably and accurately identify a current or prospective user’s age; banning minors under the age of 14 from social media platforms, by requiring platforms to terminate users under that age and delete associated personal information effective October 1, 2026; requiring social media platforms to acquire verifiable parental consent for 14- and 15-year-old users of their platforms; prohibiting social media platforms from sharing information about a minor’s LGBTQ+ status or other characteristics protected under state law; and fi ning platforms which violate any of these provisions. The Senate has already approved a different version of the cell phone ban without the social media restrictions. A House-Senate conference comBEACON | SEE PAGE 16 Yes

THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, ApRil 17, 2026 Page 15 OBITUARIES Donald J. Casey A lifelong resident of Everett, passed away peacefully surrounded by his loving family on Sunday, April 12th, at age 97. Don was born in Everett on November 8th, 1928. The son of Michael and Anna (Horgan) Casey, brother of the late Joseph Casey of Reading and Falmouth. Don was married to his beloved wife, the late Lois “Snookie” (Lepper) Casey. Don enjoyed spending his early years building a summer home on Lake Monomonac, in Winchendon, MA, for his family, where they created many special memories that will last them a lifetime. Loving father of Stephen Casey and his wife Laurie of Boxford, Sean Casey and his wife Antonietta of Billerica, Loni Gustafson and her husband Dean of Methuen, the late Jane Casey of Everett, Michael Casey and his wife Cynpics Massachusetts, 512 Forest Street, Marlborough, MA 01752 or link onto www.specialolympicsma.org. Maureen A. (O’Toole) Galeota O f Hampton, NH, formerly of Everett, Entered into eternal rest unexpectedly, at home, April 4, 2026. She was 74 years old. Born in Everett, Maureen graduated from the Everett school system. She worked for many years as a waitress at the former Continental Restaurant. Recently, she worked as a child care provider. Maureen was the daughLEGAL ANNOUNCEMENT EVERETT PUBLIC SCHOOLS PUBLIC HEARING ON THE FISCAL 2027 BUDGET The Everett School Committee, in accordance with Massachusetts General Laws, Chapter 71, Section 38N, will hold a Public Hearing on the subject of the proposed Fiscal 2027 budget on Tuesday, April 28, 2026, at 6:00 p.m. in the Everett High School Library, 100 Elm Street. Budget information will be posted on the Everett Public Schools website, and hard copies will be available at the Central Administration Building, 121 Vine St., Everett, MA 02149, beginning on Thursday, April 23, 2026. PUBLIC HEARING ON SCHOOL CHOICE The Everett School Committee, in accordance with Massachusetts General Laws, Chapter 76, Section 12B, will hold a Public Hearing on the subject of School Choice on Tuesday, April 28, 2026, immediately following the Public Hearing on the Fiscal 2027 budget in the Everett High School Library, 100 Elm Street. REGULAR SCHOOL COMMITTEE MEETING The regular meeting of the Everett School Committee will be held on Tuesday, April 28, 2026, immediately following the Public Hearing in the Fiscal Year 2027 Budget and the Public Hearing on School Choice, in the Everett High School Library, 100 Elm Street. April 17, 24, 2026 For Advertising with Results, call The Advocate Newspapers at 617-387-2200 or Info@advocatenews.net Home of the Week SAUGUS - Suntaug Estates offers this beautiful 1 bedroom condo featuring updated kitchen with granite counter tops, tile backsplash and stainlesssteel appliance, spacious living room with dining area combo, slider to the balcony with views of the pool and landscaped courtyard area. Large, very well-maintained bathroom with walk-in shower and built in seat, spacious primary bedroom with walk-in closet. Unit comes with additional storage space on the first floor. Convenient Saugus Location close to Boston, shopping and dining on Rte. 1. Come take a look. Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Commonwealth Real Estate Formerly Carpenito Real Estate Offered at $369,000 (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. thia of Melrose, Corinne Casey-Montejo and her husband Carlos of North Reading, and the late Brian Casey of Everett and Burlington. Loving grandfather of Madison, Jay, Avery, Robert, Eric, Sharon, Patrick, Collin, Courtney, Reece, Emerson, and Irelynn. Relatives and friends are kindly invited to attend a funeral from the J.F. Ward Funeral Home, 772 Broadway, Everett, on Friday, April 17th, at 9:30 AM, followed by a Funeral Mass at St. Joseph’s Church, 770 Salem Street, Malden, at 10:30 AM. Visiting hours were held on Thursday. Services will conclude with interment in Puritan Lawn Cemetery, Peabody. In Don’s memory, donations may be made to Special Olymter of the late John L. O’Toole and Ann M. Ross; the beloved wife of the late John C. Galeota for over 52 years prior to his passing in 2024; the dear and devoted mother of Nicholas John Galeota and his wife, Kimberly, and Lisa Galeota Burke; the loving grandmother of Noah Galeota, Julianna Galeota and Dillon Burke; the dear sister of Martin O’Toole, Frank O’Toole and Patricia Gill Larose. Relatives and friends are respectfully invited to attend Maureen’s Celebration of Life, Friday, May 1, 2026 from 12 p.m.- 3 p.m. at Anthony’s of Malden, 105 Canal Street, Malden. Arrangements by Cafasso & Sons Funeral Home, Everett.

Page 16 THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, ApRil 17, 2026 BEACON | FROM PAGE 14 mittee will hammer out a compromise version. “A bell-to-bell prohibition on cell phones and similar devices has long been a priority of mine,” said Rep. Alice Peisch (D-Wellesley). “I believe this measure, combined with age restrictions on social media, will support learning, personal growth and meaningful human connection. A social media ban for children under 14 is not extreme, it is responsible. Technology will continue to play a powerful role in our society, but it must not come at the expense of our children’s ability to learn, to connect with others and to develop into healthy adults.” “Social media is robbing our teenagers of their time, their education and most importantly their health,” said Rep. Bill MacGregor (D-Boston). “By removing addictive social media feeds for users under 15 years old, we’ll be making major strides to- LEGAL NOTICE - ENROLLED ORDINANCE PUBLISHED PURSUANT TO CHAPTER 1 SECTION 4.5 OF THE REVISED ORDINANCES OF THE CITY OF EVERETT AND IN COMPLIANCE WITH MASSACHUSETTS GENERAL LAWS Chapter 43, Section 23. ENROLLED: 03/23/2026 DATE OF PROPOSED ORDAINMENT: 04/27/2026 wards protecting our kids, and helping them build healthy habits online before they’re addicted. I supported this amendment to protect all the kids that have been or will be online, and the parents like me that have a hard time saying no to their little ones but worry about an unregulated and safe Internet. With this legislation, we’re one step closer to a safer and more healthy world for our kids to grow up in.” “Today the House took an important step in helping protect the children of the commonwealth from predatory social media platforms,” said Rep. Aaron Michlewitz (D-Boston), chair of the House Committee on Ways and Means. “The science is clear that exposure to social media at a young age can have a harmful eff ect on a minor’s development. By banning it for those 13 and under and allowing for parental consent for those who are 14 or 15, we will ensure that children are protected while giving them the ability to express themselves online at a safe and appropriate age.” “A vast majority of superintendents urged us to take the lead in restricting cell phone use from bell-to-bell in our schools,” said Rep. Ken Gordon (D-Bedford), House chair of the Committee on Education. “This legislation will help ensure students stay focused in the classroom, are protected from bullying and other forms of distraction, while also encouraging them to engage with one another and be present during non-instructional time. Beyond limiting cell phone use, the bill takes important steps to protect children from the harmful eff ects of social media on their health and well-being.” “I support getting phones out of the classrooms, but a one size fi ts all law with no funding to help school districts implement BEACON | SEE PAGE 17 - LEGAL NOTICE - COMMONWEALTH OF MASSACHUSETTS LAND COURT CITY COUNCIL……………………………………………………. No. C0056-26 IN THE YEAR TWO THOUSAND AND TWENTY-SIX AN ORDINANCE PROMOTING FAIR LABOR STANDARDS AND PREVENTING WAGE THEFT IN THE CITY OF EVERETT /Councilors Stephanie Martins, Vivian Nguyen, Wayne Matewsky, Katy L. Rogers, Anthony DiPierro & Holly D. Garcia WHEREAS, the City of Everett recognizes that fair payment of wages is essential to the economic stability, public health, and general welfare of its residents. Wage theft— including the failure to pay earned wages, minimum wage, overtime compensation, or prevailing wage, and the misclassification of employees—harms workers and their families, particularly low-income workers, immigrant workers, and workers with limited English proficiency; and WHEREAS, wage theft creates unfair competition that disadvantages law-abiding businesses and undermines responsible employers operating within the City of Everett; and WHEREAS, the Commonwealth of Massachusetts provides strong protections through M.G.L. c. 149 and c. 151 and enforcement by the Attorney General’s Fair Labor Division; and WHEREAS, municipalities have the authority to condition the award of municipal contracts, tax agreements, and licenses upon compliance with applicable labor and wage laws in order to protect the public interest, the City of Everett seeks to ensure that public funds and municipal benefits are not awarded to entities that have engaged in wage theft. NOW, THEREFORE, be it ordained by the Everett City Council as follows: A full copy of the proposed Ordinance shall be located at the City Clerk’s Office for public inspection. This ordinance shall take effect upon passage by the City Council and subsequent approval by His Honor the Mayor A true copy attest DEPARTMENT OF THE TRIAL COURT 26 SM 001157 ORDER OF NOTICE TO: Britt Alan Johnson a/k/a Britt A. Johnson and to all persons entitled to the benefit of the Servicemembers Civil Relief Act: 50 U.S.C. c. 50 § 3901 (et seq): U.S. Bank Trust National Association, not in its individual capacity but solely as owner trustee for RCF 2 Acquisition Trust claiming to have an interest in a Mortgage covering real property in Everett, numbered 11 Peirce Avenue a/k/a 11 Pierce Avenue, given by Britt Alan Johnson a/k/a Britt A. Johnson to Chase Bank USA, N.A., dated February 7, 2006, and registered at Middlesex County (Southern District) Registry District of the Land Court as Document No. 1402941 and noted on Certificate of Title No. 203430, as affected by a Loan Modification Agreement dated July 29, 2013 and recorded at said Registry as Document No. 1658330 and noted on Certificate of Title No. 203430 and now held by the plaintiff by assignment, has/have filed with this court a complaint for determination of Defendant’s/Defendants’ Servicemembers status. If you now are, or recently have been, in the active military service of the United States of America, then you may be entitled to the benefits of the Servicemembers Civil Relief Act. If you object to a foreclosure of the above-mentioned property on that basis, then you or your attorney must file a written appearance and answer in this court at Three Pemberton Square, Boston, MA 02108 on or before May 25, 2026 or you may lose the opportunity to challenge the foreclosure on the grounds of noncompliance with the Act. Witness, Gordon H. Piper, Chief Justice of this Court on April 7, 2026 Sergio Cornelio, City Clerk April 17, 2026 Attest: Deborah J. Patterson Recorder April 17, 2026

THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, ApRil 17, 2026 Page 17 BEACON | FROM PAGE 16 those policies, I am against,” said Rep. Kelly Pease (R-Westfield) who voted against the measure. “I think the Department of Elementary and Secondary Education should develop a policy that removes cell phones from classrooms but gives the school district the flexibility on how that is done.” “Although marketed as a child protection law, this social media ban would force all social media users in Massachusetts, including adults, to submit biometric information to tech companies to prove that we are over 16,” said Scotia Hille, executive director of the progressive group Act on Mass. “Allowing parents to request the social media activity of children under 16 puts LGBTQ+ youth and other marginalized teens at risk. At a time of mass surveillance and a crackdown on political speech, the privacy risks of this legislation are staggering.” “While I strongly support the ban on cellphones in schools and the intent and goal of limiting youth access to social media, I voted ‘No’ on the bill due to concerns with data privacy in the social media sections,” said Rep. Mike Connolly (D-Cambridge). “Age verification for minors means age verification for all users, and this raises big questions of data privacy and protection.” “While I support the underlying goals and intentions of both aspects of the bill passed, I have concerns with several aspects including First Amendment rights, personal data collection and storage for minors, and unintended unfunded mandates on our schools,” said Rep. Joe McKenna (R-Sutton). I believe that school districts already have the ability to craft and implement phone-free policies without needing a state law to mandate such.” (A “Yes” vote is for the bill. A “No” vote is against it.) Rep. Joseph McGonagle Yes NO UNFUNDED MANDATES (H 5349) House 27-136 rejected an amendment that would exempt any school district from paying any additional costs for implementing the provisions of the social media/cell phone legislation approved by the House. The amendment would allow the districts to pay for the additional cost only if they want to do so. Rep. Kevin Sweezey (R-Duxbury), the sponsor of the amendment, said it is important to note that when we give authority to agencies to create regulation for our cities and towns, it often comes with a cost. Even if it doesn’t have dollars and cents in the line items, it can still end up costing municipal budgets. He argued that the amendment simply ensures that no policy made by the Department of Elementary and Secondary Education incurs a cost for cities and towns and negatively impact our school districts. “Cities and towns across the state are struggling with rising costs and increasing budget constraints, with more and more communities being forced to pursue Proposition 2 ½ overrides to preserve essential municipal services,” said co-sponsor House Minority Leader Rep. Brad Jones (R-North Reading). “Given the potential costs associated with implementing this bill, this amendment would help to ensure that we are not placing an additional financial burden on our cities and towns by imposing an unfunded mandate at the local level.” Rep. Ken Gordon (D-Bedford) opposed the amendment and said that nothing in the bill calls for a district to spend a penny. He noted that if a district wants to, it can tell the students to simply not bring their cell phones to school. There’s no requirement they get the pouches or anything else and spend the money. (A “Yes” vote is for the amendment. A “No” vote is against it.) Rep. Joseph McGonagle No $1.57 BILLION FISCAL 2026 SUPPLEMENTAL BUDGET (S 3041) Senate 35-4, approved a $1.57 billion fiscal 2026 budget. Some of the funding will come from the $1.3 billion generated by the 2022 voter-approved constitutional amendment, known by supporters as the Millionaire’s Tax and the Fair Share Amendment, which imposes a surtax of an additional 4 percent income tax, in addition to the current flat 5 percent one, on taxpayers’ earnings of more than $1 million annually. Language in the constitutional amendment requires that “subject to appropriation, the revenue will go to fund quality public education, affordable public colleges and universities, and for the repair and maintenance of roads, bridges and public transportation.” Provisions include $1 million in legal defense services for immigrants; $10 million for full-tuition scholarships for UMass Chan Medical School students pursuing family medicine if they commit to remaining in Massachusetts and serving populations in need for five years after graduation; $100 million to ensure that Massachusetts’ public universities are able to withstand reductions in federal research funding; a new $32 million investment to provide immediate relief for strained municipal budgets by increasing special education reimbursement rates; $150 million for high-quality and accessible early education and care; $40 million for early literacy initiatives; $18.3 million to expand financial assistance offered to Massachusetts students enrolled at state universities and UMass campuses; $2.5 million to boost schoolbased mental health support; and $1 million to help public schools pay for costs incurred to implement the ban on cell phones use by students during school hours. Other provisions include a new targeted sales tax exemption for building materials to incentivize the construction of new affordable, moderate-income and middle-income housing units for certain housing projects; $535 million in direct support for the MBTA for operational funding, commuter rail support and the low-income fare relief program; and $535 million for the MBTA for operational funding, commuter rail support and the low-income fare relief program; $20 million for the Home Energy Assistance Program to assist eligible low-income elders, working families and other households with assistance paying a portion of winter heating bills; and $1 million to help public schools pay for costs incurred by cities and towns to implement the ban on cell phones use by students during school hours. “By including innovative policy solutions with strong investments, we are going beyond just allocating funding in this budget,” said Senate President Karen Spilka (D-Ashland). “We are lowering taxes to spur housing, building our health care workforce and protecting our immigrant neighbors, on top of making generational investments in statewide transit and education.” “Today, the Senate passed a consolidated Fair Share supplemental budget that makes significant strides in educational initiatives and transportation infrastructure, while maintaining our focus on municipal relief and regional equity,” said Sen. Mike Rodrigues (D-Westport), Chair of the Senate Committee on Ways and Means. “The Senate continues to support special education, literacy growth and also establishes a primary care higher education scholarship pilot program at UMass Medical that will help fill the shortage of primary care physicians in the commonwealth. We also go big on transportation, investing Fair Share dollars to support the ongoing renovation and infrastructure improvements at the MBTA. This spending plan also addresses the harsh winter and historic blizzard of 2026, dedicating $100 million for municipal relief to beleaguered municipalities all across Massachusetts.” “The Senate found time to pass yet another massive supplemental budget that did not include any reforms to our broken welfare system, any tax relief for our small businesses and taxpayers and no relief for ratepayers,” said Paul Craney, executive director of the Mass Fiscal Alliance. “The Massachusetts Legislature thinks it’s their job to spend every penny they can extract from the taxpayers for their pet projects.” None of the four Republican senators who voted against the budget responded to repeated attempts by Beacon Hill Roll Call asking them to comment on the bill’s passage and to explain why they voted against it. Those four senators are Sens. Kelly Dooner (R-Taunton), Peter Durant (R-Spencer), Ryan Fattman (R-Sutton) and Bruce Tarr (R-Gloucester). (A “Yes” vote is for the budget. A “No” vote is against it.) Sen. Sal DiDomenico Yes ALSO UP ON BEACON HILL DON’T MISS THIS EVENT - THE AI REVOLUTION IN MASSACHUSETTS: DISRUPTION, RISK, OPPORTUNITY - As Massachusetts looks to both lead and regulate the AI revolution, join leading legislators and thought leaders for a timely forum on AI’s challenges and opportunities, hosted by the State House News Service and MASSterList. The timely policy forum is on Thursday, May 7, from 8 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. at the MCLE Conference Center (Downtown Crossing), 10 Winter Place, Boston. Register at: https://events.humanitix.com/ massai ALCOHOL DONATIONS FOR CHARITIES (H 442) – The House approved and sent to the Senate legislation that would allow local licensing authorities to issue temporary licenses to charities in order for the charities to accept donations of wine, beer and alcohol for their charitable events. These licenses were previously allowed under 1997 legislation, but the authorization has since expired. “Today, more than ever, nonprofits are in need of charitable donations to stay afloat,” said sponsor Rep. Joan Meschino (D-Hull). “This bill would allow for safe and regulated alcohol licensure for nonprofits in order to raise revenue at charity events by partnering with alcohol manufacturers, wholesalers or retailers. This bill was brought to me by Deborah Goldberg, the Treasurer and Receiver General, and has her full support.” PROTECT RIGHTS OF HOMELESS INDIVIDUALS (H 4783) – The Judiciary Committee held a public hearing on legislation that would prevent the punishment of individuals experiencing homelessness for conducting life-sustaining activities on public property when no shelter is available. The measure also prohibits discrimination in the use of public areas based solely on housing status and affirms rights such as the right to practice faith and the right against unreasonable search and seizure for individuals experiencing homelessness in public areas. BEACON | SEE PAGE 18

Page 18 THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, ApRil 17, 2026 BEACON | FROM PAGE 17 “I filed this bill in response to the U.S. Supreme Court’s 2024 Johnson v. Grants Pass decision, which allowed communities to penalize people for life-sustaining activities in public when no alternatives exist,” said sponsor Rep. Lindsay Sabadosa (D-Northampton). “These policies effectively criminalize homelessness, impose burdensome fines and make it harder for people to secure stable housing, without improving public health or safety. Our approach prioritizes directing resources toward real public safety needs and lasting housing solutions.” PROTECT MASSACHUSETTS RESIDENTS FROM FEDERAL GOVERNMENT VIOLATIONS (S 2976) – The Judiciary Committee held a public hearing on a bill that supporters say will protect Bay State residents from direct actions by federal law enforcement that violate individual protections under the United States Constitution. Under the proposal, a person who subjects a resident of Massachusetts to the deprivation of any rights, privileges or immunities secured by the constitution would be liable to the injured party. “Over the past few weeks, federal agents have brutalized people on the streets of Minneapolis,” said sponsor Sen. Will Brownsberger (D-Belmont). “No police necessity can explain their excessive use of force, which has shocked and disgusted fair-minded people across the political spectrum. In the absence of a federal administration willing to hold its agents accountable when they depart from civil norms, states need to impose liability and make court-ordered relief available.” CITY OF EVERETT - LEGAL NOTICE - 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 21, 2026 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: Building Permit Property Owner: 28-30 Church Street Everett, MA 02149 C0-03-000143 B-25-861 Shayane Rangel 371 Lincoln Ave. Saugus, MA 01906 Proposal: The applicant seeks to convert the existing mixed-use building with Two (2) dwelling units built in approximately 1910 in a business district into a three (3) Family apartment building. Violations: • Section 3 General Requirements (P): Up to three (3) dwelling units shall be prohibited except by the grant of a Special Permit by the Zoning Board of Appeals in a Business, Business Limited, Industrial and Industrial Limited Districts. • The Everett Zoning Ordinance, Section 4(B) (2)b, requires an FAR of .5 where the new dwelling units propose .64 Also your existing left side yard set-back is three (3.2) feet two inches, where four (4) feet is required. The two additional dwelling units will increase these nonconformities.1 A special permit is required, pursuant to Section 3(F) of the Zoning Ordinance. • Pursuant to Section 17.A.1 of the Zoning Ordinance, the existing residential dwelling unit would require two (2) parking spaces, but the lot contains only one (1) parking space your proposal would only include three (3) parking spaces. Therefore, the property is nonconforming as to parking requirements, and your proposal will increase this nonconformity, because six (6) spaces would be required for the proposed three-unit structure. You may either seek a special permit from the Zoning Board of Appeals to increase the parking nonconformity, pursuant to Section 3(F) of the Zoning Ordinance, or participate in the Transportation Demand Management program under Section 35 of the Zoning Ordinance. Rebecca Edmondson Korom - Chairman Roberta Suppa - Clerk of Board of Appeals April 10, 17, 2026 “I co-sponsored this legislation because no one, regardless of their position or badge, should be above the Constitution,” said Sen. Pavel Payano (D-Lawrence). “When someone’s rights are violated, they deserve a clear and accessible path to accountability and justice. This bill ensures that Massachusetts residents have that protection, even when the harm comes from federal actors operating in our communities.” “Our commonwealth has long been a place where civil rights are respected and protected,” said co-sponsor Sen. Cindy Creem (D-Newton). “At a time when abuses by federal agents have caused fear and uncertainty among immigrant communities and protesters, this legislation makes clear that no one is above the law. By creating a pathway to hold federal agents accountable for civil rights violations, we are reinforcing our commitment to fairness, due process and the protection of our immigrant neighbors.” STRENGTHEN MENTAL HEALTH SUPPORT FOR STUDENTS – The Healey Administration announced it is soliciting innovative ideas from educators, providers and community partners on how to strengthen mental health support for Bay State students, from birth through higher education. The administration seeks this input while it is currently developing a framework that will guide a coordinated statewide strategy to strengthen mental health support in Massachusetts, improving alignment among early education providers, K-12 schools, higher education institutions, families and community-based service systems. “This is an opportunity for practitioners, community organizations, researchers and educators to help shape the future of student mental health in Massachusetts,” said Education Secretary Stephen Zrike. “We BEACON | SEE PAGE 19 ~ HELP WANTED ~ Type of Person Needed: * Are you an experienced/willing to learn, motivated person looking for a shop where your skills can be valued? A local company with a fleet shop is a busy, family-owned business dedicated to providing high-quality transportation services and public State inspection services. We are seeking a talented Automotive Technician or mechanical knowledge to join our close-knit crew. 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THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, ApRil 17, 2026 Page 19 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 Matson, Michael W Resnick, Samuel B Sacco, Pamela Sejdini, Klodiana BEACON | FROM PAGE 18 are looking for bold, thoughtful ideas that are grounded in evidence, centered in equity and built to last.” “Supporting mental and behavioral health from the earliest years is essential to helping every learner thrive,” said Early Education and Care Commissioner Amy Kershaw. “We know that strong early foundations are critical, and we’re proud to be part of this statewide effort to align partners and systems. By working together and inviting new ideas, we can build a more connected, responsive approach that supports children, families and educators across Massachusetts.” “This administration is committed to supporting the mental health of students of all ages,” said Elementary and Secondary Education Commissioner Pedro Martinez. “Developing a statewide framework for mental and behavioral health will allow us to better align and integrate supports throughout students’ educational journey.” “Strong mental health support should be a throughline in a student’s educational journey,” said Higher Education Commissioner Noe Ortega. “I look forward to the commonwealth establishing a cohesive approach that will support students’ mental health needs not only when they arrive at college, but well before.” For more information and to learn how to submit an idea, go to www.commbuys.com/bso/ HEALTHCARE FOR STATE WORKERS (H 5348) – The House and Senate approved and sent to Gov. Maura Healey a bill that would provide $300 million for health insurance coverage for the 460,000 public employees, retirees and dependents who access health care through the state’s Group Insurance Commission. Supporters said that these additional funds are necessary because of higher-than-anticipated utilization and pharmaceutical expenses. “Health care is a fundamental promise we make to the public employees, retirees and families who keep our commonwealth running,” said Senate President Sejdini, Alban BUYER2 SELLER1 Megna, Vincenzino 62 Madison Avenue LLC Goscinak Ft T & T Nt Karen Spilka (D-Ashland). “Today the Legislature acted together to ensure that more than 460,000 people can continue to access the care they rely on without disruption.” “Given that hundreds of thousands of Massachusetts residents access their health care through the Group Insurance Commission, ensuring that it is adequately funded is of vital importance,” said House Speaker Ron Mariano (D-Quincy).” “With the swift passage of this mini supplemental budget, the Legislature is prioritizing access to vital health care for state employees and doing our due diligence, paying providers on time for the health care services our residents depend on,” said Sen. SELLER2 Vazques, Martha Teresa C Desesa, Linda Grace Fabbri, Susan Mike Rodrigues (D-Westport), chair of the Senate Committee on Ways and Means. “I look forward to the governor’s quick and decisive action on this bill.” 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 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 - LEGAL NOTICE - COMMONWEALTH OF MASSACHUSETTS THE TRIAL COURT PROBATE AND FAMILY COURT Worcester Probate and Family Court 225 Main Street Worcester, MA 01608 (508) 831-2200 Docket No. WO26A0062AD CITATION G .L. c. 210, § 6 In the matter of: ISAIAH OSCAR ROBLES To: Julio Oscar Robles any unnamed or unknown parent 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: Fernando Roscoe of Millville, MA Sandra Roscoe-Diaz of Millville, MA requesting for leave to adopt said child and that the name of the child be changed to Isaiah Oscar Roscoe-Diaz IF YOU DESIRE TO OBJECT THERETO, YOU OR YOUR ATTORNEY MUST FILE A WRITTEN APPEARANCE IN SAID COURT AT: Worcester ON OR BEFORE TEN O’CLOCK IN THE MORNING (10:00 AM) ON: 06/23/2026 WITNESS, Hon. Kathryn M. Bailey, First Justice of this Court. Date: March 18, 2026 STEPHANIE K. FATTMAN REGISTER OF PROBATE April 17, 24, May 01, 2026 To: ADDRESS 881 Broadway #44 62 Madison Ave 51 Adams Ave 15 Staples Ave #45 CITY Everett Everett Everett Everett does not meet regularly or long enough to debate and vote in public view on the thousands of pieces of legislation that have been filed. 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 April 6-10, the House met for a total of ten hours and nine minutes and the Senate met for a total of six hours and 44 minutes. Mon. April 6 House11:00 a.m. to 11:54 a.m. Senate 11:16 a.m. to 11:57 a.m. Tues. April 7 - LEGAL NOTICE - COMMONWEALTH OF MASSACHUSETTS THE TRIAL COURT PROBATE AND FAMILY COURT Worcester Probate and Family Court 225 Main Street Worcester, MA 01608 (508) 831-2200 Docket No. WO26A0063AD CITATION G .L. c. 210, § 6 In the matter of: JULIO ALEJANDRO ROBLES Julio Oscar Robles any unnamed or unknown parent 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: Fernando Roscoe of Millville, MA Sandra Roscoe-Diaz of Millville, MA requesting for leave to adopt said child and that the name of the child be changed to Julio Alejandro Roscoe-Diaz IF YOU DESIRE TO OBJECT THERETO, YOU OR YOUR ATTORNEY MUST FILE A WRITTEN APPEARANCE IN SAID COURT AT: Worcester ON OR BEFORE TEN O’CLOCK IN THE MORNING (10:00 AM) ON: 06/23/2026 WITNESS, Hon. Kathryn M. Bailey, First Justice of this Court. Date: March 18, 2026 STEPHANIE K. FATTMAN REGISTER OF PROBATE April 17, 24, May 01, 2026 DATE 03.23.26 03.24.26 03.25.26 03.27.26 PRICE 335000 1095000 640000 300000 No House session. No Senate session. Wed. April 8 House11:02 a.m. to 7:17 p.m. Senate 11:10 a.m. to 11:19 a.m. Thurs. April 9 House11:00 a.m. to noon. Senate 11:14 a.m. to 5:08 p.m. Fri. April 10 No House session. No Senate session. Bob Katzen welcomes feedback at bob@beaconhillrollcall.com Bob founded Beacon Hill Roll Call in 975 and was inducted into the New England Newspaper and Press Association (NENPA) Hall of Fame in 2019. Copyright © 2026 Beacon Hill Roll Call. All Rights Reserved.

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