EVT EVE ER T Vol. 34, No.16 -FREET www.advocatenews.net Your Local News & Sports Online! Scan & Subscribe! ADDOCCO TEAT Free Every Friday City of Everett hosts fourth annual G.I.R.L.S. Day Over 100 girls ages 5-14 explored careers in public safety 617-387-2200 Friday, April 18, 2025 City Councillors continue debate on proposed Kraft Soccer Stadium Sen. DiDomenico: private funding not usually subject to ballot questions By Neil Zolot T he City Council will study whether having a 25,000seat soccer stadium at a 43.1acre parcel on Alford Street – across Lower Broadway from Encore Boston Harbor and across the Mystic River from Charlestown – should be subject to a public vote, through their Legislative Affairs and Elections Subcommittee. “We should at least talk about this,” Subcommittee Chair/Ward 5 Participants watch in awe during a demonstration by an Everett fi refi ghter as she dons her life-saving equipment. (Photos courtesy of the City of Everett) Special to Th e Advocate T he Ci t y of Everet t shared with over 100 girls ages 5-14 the power, importance and strength of women in public safety at the fourth annual G.I.R.L.S. Day. The event, which was in partnership G.I.R.L.S. DAY | SEE PAGE 18 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 Councillor Robert Van Campen said at the Council meeting on Monday, April 14. “This is an issue on everyone’s mind and people ask me, “Why don’t we have a say in this?” I’m not against the project, but there’s a public component to this [project] diff erent from others. The legislature had to pass laws to allow this.” State Senator Sal DiDomenico disagreed. Having been STADIUM | SEE PAGE 13 City offi ces closed Monday, April 21 as Everett observes Patriots’ Day Trash and recycling will not be picked up on Monday and will be delayed for the rest of the week C ity of Everett offices will be closed to the public on Monday, April 21, as Everett observes the Patriots’ Day holiday. City offi ces will reopen on Tuesday, April 22, and City Hall will have extended hours for residents (8 a.m. to 7:30 p.m.). Observed on the third Monday in April, Patriots’ Day is a holiday that is observed in six states, including Massachusetts. The day commemorates the Battles of Concord, Lexington and Menotomy (now Arlington), which were the fi rst battles of the Revolutionary War. Monday’s observance will delay trash and recycling pickup by one day. Please place your trash and recycling bins neatly on the sidewalk on the day after your regularly scheduled pickup for this week only. If you have any questions, please call the Constituent Services Department at 3-1-1 or 617-394-2270.
Page 2 THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, ApRil 18, 2025 Mayor Seeks public input on potential stadium project at Community Meeting on April 30 All are welcome to share feedback on what they’d like to see in the community benefi ts agreement for the potential stadium project Special to Th e Advocate M ayor Carlo DeMaria is seeking public input from residents, businesses, community organizations and any other stakeholders at a Community Meeting on Wednesday, April 30, at 6:30 p.m., at the Edward G. Connolly Center (90 Chelsea St.). Those who attend will be able to view potential design plans and learn more about the potential stadium project in a presentation by representatives of the New England Revolution. Additionally, those who attend will have the opportunity to share with Mayor DeMaria and his team what community benefi ts they would like to see in the community benefits agreement from the potential stadium project. “I’d like everyone who attends this meeting to assume that this project is definitely happening for the purpose of gathering as much feedback as we can about what our community would like to see in a community benefi ts agreement for this potential development,” said Mayor DeMaria. “This is just the beginning of what will be a vast public discussion, and we look forward to continuing to work with the Kraft Group to ensure this project is benefi cial to the Everett community.” Following the first official meeting between the City of Everett and The Kraft Group, it was determined that the May 1 deadline to negotiate a community benefits agreement was unattainable and that a mediator would assist in the process. Comments shared by attendees of this meeting may be considered as part of that negotiation. Violent Online Networks Target Vulnerable and Underage Populations Across the United States and Around the Globe T Lawn and Yard CareUSA It’s Time For SPRING CLEANOUTS Cutting, Weeding, Mulching, Trimming, Brushes, Shrubs & More! 781-521-9927 Everett Supplies Aluminum 10 Everett Ave., Everett 617-389-3839 Celebrating 66 Years in Business! •Vinyl Siding •Free Estimates •Carpentry Work •Fully Licensed •Decks •Roof ng • Fully Insured • Replacement Windows www.everettaluminum.com Now’s the time to schedule those home improvement projects you’ve been dreaming about all winter! he Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) is warning the public of a sharp increase in the activity of “764” and other violent online networks which operate within the United States and around the globe. These networks methodically target and exploit minors and other vulnerable individuals, and it is imperative the public be made aware of the risk and the warning signs exhibited by victims. These networks use threats, blackmail, and manipulation to coerce or extort victims into producing, sharing, or live-streaming acts of self-harm, animal cruelty, sexually explicit acts, and/or suicide. The footage is then circulated among members of the network to continue to extort victims and exert control over them. Violent Online Networks Some of the violent actors in these online networks are motivated by a desire to cause fear and chaos through their criminal conduct. However, motivations are highly individualized, Targeting These networks exist on publicly available online platforms, such as social media sites, gaming platforms, and mobile applications commonly used by young people. Many VIOLENT ONLINE | SEE PAGE 9 Spring is Here! and some threat actors may be engaging in criminal activity solely for sexual gratifi cation, social status or a sense of belonging, or for a mix of other reasons that may not be ideologically motivated. Call LAWNS Cut From $25
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THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, ApRil 18, 2025 Page 5 McGonagle joins Healey in visit to New Bedford veterans housing The Rep. joined Governor Maura Healey and Secretary Jon Santiago to see the new transitional housing 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 Executive Offi ce of Veterans Services Secretary Jon Santiago is shown addressing the attendees at the tour of the new transitional housing in New Bedford as Gov. Healey and Rep. Joe McGonagle, far left, look on. (Courtesy photo) Catch ALL The Live Sports Action On Our Large Screen TV’s Scan & Follow Us on Facebook! www.810bargrille.com LIKE US ON FACEBOOK ADVOCATE NEWSPAPER Special to Th e Advocate L ast week State Representative Joe McGonagle joined Governor Maura Healey and Executive Offi ce of Veterans Services Secretary Jon Santiago to tour the new transitional housing for veterans in New Bedford. The visit comes as part of McGonagle’s new role as House Chair of the Joint Committee on Veterans and Federal Aff airs. “In this position, I know I have the opportunity to help and reach a population that is deeply important to me,” said McGonagle. “With this new housing, New Bedford reports zero homeless veterans. That must be the goal and standard for the entire Commonwealth. I’m grateful to Governor Healey and her administration not just for inviting me on this visit, but for maintaining veterans’ welfare as a top priority. I believe we are working together for a better future for America and Massachusetts’ heroes.” Secretary Jon Santiago (far left), Governor Maura Healey (center) and Rep. Joe McGonagle (far right). (Courtesy photo) FACEBOOK.COM/ADVOCATE.NEWS.MA
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THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, ApRil 18, 2025 Page 7 Annual Rabies Vaccination Clinic set for May 17 in Malden Anyone is welcome from Malden and surrounding communities – Everett, Revere & Saugus – to bring their dog or cat for just $15.00 By Steve Freker T he Malden Rabies Vaccine Clinic is back and will be held on Saturday, May 17, at the Malden Central Fire Station. Malden Police Dept. Animal Control Offi cer Kevin Alkins is urging all pet “parents” in Malden and surrounding communities to take advantage of the return of the Rabies Vaccine Clinic. While in the past the clinic has been open to Malden residents only, the pet protection clinic is now available to ALL nonresidents as well. “We want to make sure anyone who wants to take advantage of the clinic and protect their beloved dogs and cats can have this opportunity,” Alkins said. “We have had successful rabies vaccination clinics for many years in Malden and our residents appreciate the services off ered here.” Alkins said now more than ever is the time to have pets vaccinated, since many dogs and cats may have missed their rabies vaccinations through Malden Police Animal Control Offi cer Kevin Alkins urges all pet “parents” in Malden and any surrounding communities to have their animals vaccinated against rabies. (Courtesy/City of Malden) the years. “Pets need protection from rabies, which is a life-threatening disease to them, other animals and humans,” Alkins said. “With the better weather and the increase of wildlife presence right in our residential neighborhoods and business areas, it is vital that pets are vaccinated against rabies.” The biggest rise of wild anPROTECT YOUR PET! DOGS and CATS RABIES CLINIC The City of Malden and Malden Police are pleased to announce they are Hosting the Annual Rabies Clinic WHEN: Saturday, May 17, 2025 — From 10:00 to 11:30 a.m.— WHERE: Malden Central Fire Station, 1 Sprague St., Malden MA *The Cost is only $15.00 per pet — ALL DOGS MUST BE LEASHED — ALL CATS MUST BE IN CARRIER — NON-RESIDENTS & THEIR PETS FROM OTHER SURROUNDING COMMUNITIES ARE WELCOME at the CLINIC This Clinic is organized by the City of Malden and the Malden Police Department. For Questions and Additional Information contact Malden Police Animal Control: 781-397-7171 x1302 MALDEN Residents and ALSO Residents from Everett, Revere, Saugus & Other Surrounding Communities are ALL welcome at this RABIES CLINIC Please PROTECT your Pets by getting them Vaccinated! imals in the area have been coyotes, with other common animals aff ected with rabies being raccoons, skunks and opossums. Rabies is a preventable viral disease most often transmitted through the bite of a rabid animal. The rabies virus infects the central nervous system of animals and humans alike, ultimately causing disease in the brain and death. This year’s Malden Rabies Vaccination Clinic will be held on Saturday, May 17, from 10:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. at the Malden Central Fire Station at 1 Sprague St. (corner of Salem Street) in Malden. The fi re station is located directly across the street from Malden High School (77 Salem St.). The cost of the Rabies Vaccination for dogs and cats is only $15.00 per shot with the following regulations: —All dogs must be leashed. —All cats must be in a carrier. Any questions or for more information, contact Malden Police Animal Control at 781-3977171, x1302. 358 Ferry St. - Everett 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 J& • Reliable Mowing Service • Spring & Fall Cleanups • Mulch & Edging • Sod or Seed Lawns • Shrub Planting & Trimming • Water & Sewer Repairs Joe Pierotti, Jr. 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 18, 2025 McGonagle celebrates Vietnam Veterans Day 50 The Rep. joined various legislative colleagues at the Beachmont VFW to honor and remember Vietnam Veterans 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 State Representative McGonagle is shown next to Boston City Councilor Gabriela Coletta Zapata, Revere State Representative Jeff Turco and Jessica Giannino, Boston State Representative Adrian Madaro and Third Suffolk District State Senator Lydia Edwards. (Courtesy photo) Special to The Advocate R ecently, State Representative Joe McGonagle joined several of his colleagues at the Beachmont VFW in Revere to celebrate Vietnam Veterans Day. The holiday – March 29 – honors and remembers those who fought in the Vietnam War. McGonagle was joined by Rep. Jeff Turco of Winthrop, Rep. Jessica Giannino of Revere, Rep. Adrian Madaro of East Boston, State Senator Lydia Edwards of East Boston and several VFW representatives. “Those who fought in Vietnam fought in a different kind of war,” said McGonagle. “Due to the nature of the conflict, they many times do not get the recognition they deserve. I am in awe of these men and women and feel very fortunate to have the opportunity to honor them. I’d like to thank Beachmont VFW for putting on this event and my colleagues for joining me in this commemoration.” Rep. Joe McGonagle is shown speaking to veterans at the Beachmont VFW in Revere recently. Rep. Joe McGonagle is shown speaking to veterans at the Beachmont VFW in Revere recently. (Courtesy photo)
THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, ApRil 18, 2025 Page 9 VIOLENT ONLINE | FROM PAGE 2 threat actors systematically target underage females, but anyone — juveniles, adults, males, and females — can be targeted. Victims are typically between the ages of 10 and 17 years old, but the FBI has seen some victims as young as 9 years old. These violent actors target vulnerable populations to include children as well as those who struggle with a variety of mental health issues, such as depression, eating disorders, or suicidal ideation. Threat actors often groom their victims by fi rst establishing a trusting or romantic relationship before eventually manipulating and coercing them into engaging in escalating harmful behavior designed to shame and isolate them. Extortion and Self-harm The networks use extortion and blackmail tactics, such as threatening to swat1 or dox2 their victims, if the victims do not comply with the network’s demands. The actors can manipulate or coerce victims to produce Child Sexual Abuse Material (CSAM) and other videos depicting animal cruelty and self-harm. Self-harm activity can include cutting, stabbing, or fansigning.3 Members of the networks threaten to share the explicit videos or photos of the victims with the victims’ family, friends, and/or post the photos and videos to the internet. The networks control their victims through extreme fear and many members have an endgoal of forcing the victims they extort or coerce to livestream their own suicide for the network’s entertainment or the threat actor’s own sense of fame. Recommendations The FBI urges the public to exercise increased vigilance when posting personal photos, videos, or personal identifying information, or direct messaging online. Although seemingly innocuous when posted or shared, the images and videos can provide malicious actors an abundant supply of content to exploit and manipulate or alter for criminal activity. Victims are vulnerable to embarrassment, harassment, extortion, or continued long-term re-victimization. The FBI recommends looking for warning signs indicating a victim may be engaging in self-harm or having suicidal thoughts. The FBI recommends that family, friends, and associates consider the following potential indicators and warning signs: Sudden behavior changes such as becoming withdrawn, moody, or irritable. Sudden changes in appearance, especially neglect of appearance. Changes in eating or sleeping habits. Dropping out of activities and becoming more isolated and withdrawn. A new online “friend” or network prospective victims seem infatuated with and/or scared of. Receipt of anonymous gifts, such as items delivered to your home, currency, gaming currency or other virtual items. Scars, often in patterns. Fresh cuts, scratches, bruises, bite marks, burns, or other wounds. Carvings, such as words or symbols, on the skin. Wearing long sleeves or VIOLENT ONLINE | SEE PAGE 10 Join Mayor Carlo DeMaria and representatives of the New England Revolution for a COMMUNITY MEETING What are the benefits you want to see in the community benefits agreement from a stadium project? At this community meeting, you'll have the opportunity to: View potential design plans. Tell us what community benefits you would like to see. All are All are welcome!welcome! 6:30 PM 6:30PM EDWARD G. CONNOLLY CENTER 90 CHELSEA STREET, EVERETT, MA 02149 EDWARDG. CONNOLLYCENTER 90CHELSEASTREET, EVERETT, MA02149 WEDNESDAY APRIL30, 2025 WEDNESDAY APRIL 30, 2025
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THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, ApRil 18, 2025 Page 11 Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts to Provide Free Bluebikes Credits and Support Local Climate Action for Earth Week State’s largest health plan to provide $15 Bluebikes credits and donate $1 per ride to the Environmental league of Massachusetts to support cleaner, healthier communities B OSTON — Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts (“Blue Cross”), the title sponsor of Greater Boston’s municipally owned bike-sharing system, Bluebikes, will provide a free $15 Bluebikes credit to be used across Metro Boston’s bikeshare system to encourage residents to choose active, sustainable travel during Earth Week (April 16-22). To further amplify impact, Blue Cross will donate $1 per ride - up to $10,000 - to the Environmental League of Massachusetts, a nonprofi t committed to securing the health and wellbeing of the environment and of future generations. This initiative is fully funded by Blue Cross, reinforcing its commitment to sustainability and community well-being. Beginning April 16, individuals can redeem the free $15 Bluebikes credit by entering code BLUECROSSMAEARTH in the “Rewards” sections of the Bluebikes App. The credit is available while supplies last and applies to both pedal and ebike trips across Bluebikes’ 500 stations in 13 municipalities, including Arlington, Boston, Brookline, Cambridge, Chelsea, Everett, Malden, Medford, Newton, Revere, Salem, Somerville, and Watertown. Once redeemed, the credit will be addLEGAL NOTICE City of Everett PLANNING BOARD 484 BROADWAY EVERETT, MA 02149 EVERETT PUBLIC SCHOOLS LEGAL NOTICE EVERETT PLANNING BOARD PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE Public Hearing on an application by Everett Landco, LLC Property located at: 52 Beacham Street Master Plan Special Permit In accordance with the provisions of M.G.L Chapter 40A and with Sections 36 and 37 of the Everett Zoning Ordinance, the Everett Planning Board will conduct a public hearing on Monday, May 5th, 2025 at 6:00PM in the Speaker George Keverian Room (Room 37, Everett City Hall) to consider the above-listed application for a Master Plan Special Permit. This Master Plan seeks approval for a variety of uses on multiple parcels of land within the Everett Docklands Innovation District totaling 106.21-acres of land. Totaling approximately 5.04-million square feet of development, the Master Plan anticipates a mix of uses including, but not limited to, residential, manufacturing, industrial, lab/office, and research & development. Supporting these new uses are over 10,000 linear feet of new roads and infrastructure and over 15-acres of open space and public parks. The Master Plan area encompasses parcels referenced by Assessors Department as H0-01-000130, H0-05-00162A, H0-05-00162B, H0-10-000069, and H0-11000080. A copy of the application and plans are on file and available in the Office of the City Clerk and the Department of Planning and Development, both located at City Hall, 484 Broadway, Everett, MA 02149 and can be inspected online anytime at http://www.cityofeverett.com/449/PlanningBoard and/or by request during regular City Hall business hours by contacting The Planning and Development Office at 617-394-2334. All persons interested in or wishing to be heard on the applications may attend and participate in person. This project, along with all other projects to be discussed at the meeting, can be found on the posted Agenda at the following link: http://www.cityofeverett.com/AgendaCenter. Questions and comments can be directed in advance of the public hearing to Matt Lattanzi of the Department of Planning & Development at Matt.Lattanzi@ci.everett.ma.us or 617-394-2230. Frederick Cafasso Chairman April 18, 25, 2025 JOB FAIR ed to the rider’s Bluebikes account and will remain valid through December 31, 2025. “At Blue Cross, we’re committed to building healthier communities, and that includes supporting sustainable, accessible transportation options,” said Jeff Bellows, vice president of corporate citizenship and public aff airs at Blue Cross. “By off ering free Bluebikes credits and supporting the Environmental League of Massachusetts, we’re making it easier for more people to choose a greener way to get around while contributing to local environmental eff orts.” Biking instead of driving can signifi cantly reduce carbon emissions. According to a article published by the UCLA transportati on department, choosing a bike over a car just once a day reduces the average person’s carbon emissions from transportation by 67%, underscoring the environmental impact biking can have as compared to driving. “We’re grateful for Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts’ work to encourage biking while supporting state-wide environmental advocacy,” said Miriam Posner Harris, Executive Vice President at the Environmental League of Massachusetts. “Choosing fossil fuel free transportation options improves air quality and public health, alleviates congestion, and makes meaningful climate progress. We look forward to individuals taking advantage of Blue Cross’ free credit off er and advancing a greener Massachusetts in the process.” Bluebikes is municipally owned by 13 cities and towns in eastern Massachusetts and jointly managed by the Cities of Boston, Cambridge, Everett, Somerville, and the Town of Brookline. The system is operated by Lyft and has been supported by Blue Cross as the title sponsor since May 2018. For more information on Bluebikes, please visit bluebikes.com.
Page 12 THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, ApRil 18, 2025 Everett Public Libraries Calendar of Events Check out seeds from the library! The Seed Library is back at 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 As you spring clean this season, make a pile of all your unwanted jewelry. Bring it to the Parlin or Shute Libraries for tickets to our jewelry exchange, where you will be able to trade them in for new pieces! This will be a great opportunity to purchase Mother’s Day or graduation gifts, or just to celebrate you! More details to come. Yarn Club: Parlin Fireplace Room, Tuesday, May 13, 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! Table Top Gaming Club: Parlin Meeting Room, Wednesdays at 3:00p.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+. 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 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 Children’s Room every Monday for a 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-filled morning of singing and storytelling with Karen! Suggested ages: newborn to six. Drama Class: Parlin Children’s Room, Wednesday, April 23, 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. McAuliffe 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. Peter Rabbit Story Time and Egg Hunt: Parlin Children’s Room, Saturday, April 19, at 11 a.m. Hop on down to the Parlin Children’s Room for a special edition of Story Time Adventures with Mrs. McAuliffe. This program is recommended for children ages two to eight (older siblings welcome). Registration is required for all who plan to attend. Space is limited. See website for details. Children’s Planting Workshop by the Blackstone Valley Veggie Gardens: Parlin Meeting Room, Saturday, April 19, at 12 p.m. To start off our Gardening Series presented by the Blackstone Valley Veggie Gardens, bring the whole family and get hands-on with planting. In this workshop you will prepare your own planting soil and choose your own seeds! Each participant will go home with a one-gallon grow bag made with sterilized, recycled water bottles, labels and instructions on how to care for their plants. Parental supervision is required. Register online or call 617-394-2300 to sign up! Shute Adult and Teens Romance Book Club: Shute Meeting Room, Tuesday, May 13, at 6 p.m. (for ages 18 and up). Calling all romance lovers! Join our Romance Book Club at the Shute Library! We’ll meet every third Tuesday of the month (unless otherwise noted on our calendar). No registration needed – just bring your love for all things romance! Our title of the month for May is “Romantic Comedy” by Curtis Sittenfeld. Limited copies will be available to borrow at our Circulation Desk. Crafty Conversations: Earring Making! Shute Meeting Room, Thursday, April 17, at 7 p.m. Come join us at the Shute 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. Drop-In Tech Help: Shute Circulation Desk, Tuesdays from 5-6 p.m. Do you have EVENTS | SEE PAGE 13
THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, ApRil 18, 2025 Page 13 STADIUM | FROM PAGE 1 invited to the meeting and allowed to speak on the project, he said, “My feeling is it would chill development,” echoing his statements at the April 3 public forum on the matter that projects funded by private dollars are not usually a subject for ballot questions. He also noted that approval of other projects, such as planned development by The Davis Companies or development of Assembly Row, were not ballot questions. “There are many chances for the public to be engaged,” he added, referring to the state Environmental Policy Act (MEPA) review process and local site plan review on the actual construction of the stadium, which he also mentioned on April 3. Councillor-at-Large John Hanlon remained unconvinced. “I can’t see the benefit,” he said. “I’d like to see something else there.” DiDomenico answered that The Kraft Group is spending their own money on the environmental cleanup necessary for development and fi nancing the construction, which EVENTS | FROM PAGE 12 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 617-394-2308. 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 617-394-2308. will benefit the community economically, as will enhancements to public transportation. He also said a private developer will not fund a public park, which would not yield any economic benefi ts anyway and cleanup costs would drive the price of condominiums or rents on the site beyond the aff ordability of most people. Earlier in the meeting, Hanlon was honored for his recent birthday (April 11) and years of service to the City as a Mayor and City Councillor for 50 years. “You are a person we look up to,” Ward 1 Councillor Wayne Matewsky told Hanlon. Hanlon noted he was originally from Cambridge, but after moving to Everett “I melted into the City like I was from here. That’s how I feel.” In an agenda item related to the stadium proposal, the Council is asking that a representative from The Kraft Group appear at the fi rst meeting in May to provide a presentation on the renderings and site plans. An event at the Connolly Center (90 Chelsea St.) to show the plans and renderings Wednesday, April 30 may Shute 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. The Winners’ Recital and Awards Ceremony on April 29 will be a celebration for the books! Miss Val’s Storytime Pals: Shute 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 Freeplay: Shute Children’s Room, Thursday, April 29, 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. make such an appearance unnecessary if it is available to watch on local cable TV. Councillor-at-Large Katy Rogers said eff orts should be made to make it available to watch remotely. In another matter, the councillors expressed disappointment that they are often excluded from pictures released from City Hall following public events and are asking the head of the Communications Department and the Administration to appear at a meeting to discuss the Department’s resources being used exclusively for the Mayor, possibly Monday, April 28. “City resources should serve the public, not personal image management,” Ward 2 Councillor Stephanie Martins said. “The Communications Department is publicly funded. Councillors don’t make six fi gure salaries. Councillors who take the time to go to events are excluded from pictures. If we’re at an event, our constituents should know we were there.” She also said employees of the Communications Department seem to be “working in fear there’s another elected offi cial in a picture.” “We’re taken out of pictures,” Councillor-at-Large Stephanie Smith noted. “It’s happened to me three times.” Martins also announced the Council’s response to the State lnspector General at the end of the 30-day period, and the Inspector General’s subsequent letter is available on pages 98-108 in the April 14 City Council agenda and packet. Councillor-at-Large Guerline Alcy Jabouin announced that the areas to be investigated in an audit of city departments by the State Auditor will be employee nondisclosure agreements and complaints and procurement for any contracts that were awarded and the companies putting in change orders to increase the amounts. These areas were designated to respond to directives from the State Auditor to defi ne the parameters of an audit. Rogers introduced a proposal to promote transparent marketing practices in rental housing advertisements by prohibiting the use of the word “luxury” because it is exclusionary. She reported that Assistant City Solicitor Keith Slattery told her such a measure is unenforceable. “We need to come up with an alternative,” she feels.
Page 14 THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, ApRil 18, 2025 Three steps to consider this spring to help you live a healthier lifestyle S pring into health this season by refreshing your well-beBy Dr. Ana Stankovic, Chief Medical Officer, UnitedHealthcare of New England . Yet more than 30% of ing routine and building healthier habits for the rest of the year. While many Americans make health a primary focus of their New Year’s resolutions1 recent survey respondents said they take up healthier lifestyle choices only after having a medical concern2 . As the days get longer and the weather gets warmer, it’s a great time to get moving and focus on living a healthier lifestyle. There’s no better time to get started than today. Here are three steps you , 57% of may start taking right away: Choose a primary care provider and access preventive screenings. A primary care provider can help guide you on your health journey, and studies suggest that access to primary care providers may help people live longer3 American adults don’t have a primary care provider4 . One important item to check off your health care checklist each year is an annual wellness visit with a primary care provider – even if you feel healthy. A preventive care visit may help you better understand your health and detect any problems early. If you don’t currently have a primary care provider, check with your health plan for in-network doctors in your area or other options for accessing care like virtual care options. Health plans usually cover preventive care, which means you may pay $0 out of pocket for certain covered preventive services if you go to an in-network provider. You may also be eligible to earn rewards through your health plan for activities like your annual wellness visit, getting certain preventive screenings or completing a health survey. Some health plans also offer coverage for certain health screenings like those for breast cancer and colorectal cancer. Check with your health plan to understand your coverage and eligibility and talk to your employer about benefits and wellness programs that may be available to you. Walk 15 to 30 minutes each day. Getting outside during the day and enjoying the sunshine may be an important source of Vitamin D, boost your mood and help you sleep better5 . Taking regular walks, even for 15 to 30 minutes, may be a simple way to get some sun and fresh air, get your steps in and keep your body moving. In fact, a recent study found that walking more may help extend life expectancy by up to 11 years6 . Ideally, adults should aim each week for at least 150 minutes of moderate-intensity physical activity like a brisk walk, or 75 minutes of vigorous-intensity activity like jogging or running7 . Some employers now offer wellness programs as part of the health benefits available to their employees. Track and improve your sleep. Many people struggle with their sleeping habits, with more than one-third of adults in the U.S. reporting regularly not getting enough sleep8 . Experts rec. Mainommend adults get 7 or more hours of sleep a night9 9 5 6 taining healthy sleeping habits may be beneficial for both your physical and mental well-being, from helping to reduce stress and improve your mood to lowering risk for some chronic conditions10 . To help improve your sleep, consider avoiding alcohol, caffeine and too much screen time before going to bed, and try to go to sleep and wake up at the same time every day11 . Adding these tips into your daily routine may be a great way to boost your overall health and well-being this spring. 1 Ipsos, 2024, https://www. ip sos.com/e n-us/ame r - icans-wan t -liv e -he althi - er-2025-heres-what-looks-alcohol-exercise 2 Amway, 2024, https://www.amwayglobal.com/habits-andhealthspan-survey/ 3 Canadian Medical Association Journal, 2019, https:// pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/ PMC6435370/ 4 Milbank Memorial Fund, 2025, https://www.milbank.org/publications/the-health-of-us-primary-care-2025-scorecard-reportthe-cost-of-neglect/ Cleveland Clinic, 2025, https:// health.clevelandclinic.org/howmuch-sunshine-you-need-daily British Journal of Sports Medicine, 2024, https://bjsm.bmj.com/content/59/5/333#T2 7 American Heart Association, 2024, https://www.heart.org/en/ healthy-living/fitness/fitness-basics/aha-recs-for-physical-activity-in-adults 8 America’s Health Rankings, 2024, https://www.americashealthrankings.org/explore/measures/sleep Mayo Clinic, 2025, https://www. mayoclinic.org/healthy-lifestyle/ adult-health/expert-answers/ how-many-hours-of-sleep-areenough/faq-20057898 10 Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, 2024, https://www. cdc.gov/sleep/about/index.html 11 Cleveland Clinic, 2025, https:// health.clevelandclinic.org/howto-get-better-sleep
THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, ApRil 18, 2025 Page 15 Happy Easter and Passover Mayor Carlo DeMaria & Family & The Everett City Government State Wife Stacy, Carlo III, Caroline & Alexandra Ward 3 Representative Joe McGonagle City Councillor & Family Anthony DiPierro F.J. LaRovere Insurance Agency 26 Garvey St., Everett 617-387-6877 492 Broadway, Everett 617-387-9700 Check out our new website: www.larovere.com
Page 16 THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, ApRil 18, 2025 Happy Easter and Passover State Senator Sal DiDomenico & Family Former City Councillor Alfred Lattanzi & Family Everett | Medford | Dorchester | Norwood | Plymouth memberspluscu.org Councillor-at-Large John F. Hanlon & Family SINCE 1921 475 Broadway, Everett 617-387-2700 Insurance Agency Messinger
THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, ApRil 18, 2025 Page 17 Happy Easter and Passover Ward 1 Councillor Wayne Matewsky A lifetime of commitment to the City of Everett Sabatino / Mastrocola Insurance Agency, Inc. 519 Broadway, Everett 617-387-7466 www.sabatino-ins.com Rocco Longo & Staff From our family to yours, may you have a Blessed Easter and a Kosher and Joyful Passover - Chag Pesach Sameach! EVERETT TAXI & MALDEN TRANS (617) 389-8100 24 Hr. AIRPORT SERVICE PACKAGE DELIVERY BUSINESS ACCOUNTS WELCOME (617) 389-1000 Good News Life Never Ends, Love Never Dies SACRO COMPANIES Whitney Lorenti House Glendale Court Sacro Plaza
Page 18 THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, ApRil 18, 2025 Representatives of Alliance Security handed out free goodies to participants. Mayor Carlo DeMaria alongside Fire Chief Joseph Hickey, Police Chief Paul Strong, members of the Everett Police Department and event participants. One young participant shows her excitement over finding clues at the fingerprint lab with a Mass. State Trooper’s guidance. Participants at the fourth annual G.I.R.L.S. Day. G.I.R.L.S. DAY | FROM PAGE 1 with Alliance Security, Cataldo Ambulance Service, Everett Fire Department, Everett Police Department, Everett Public Schools, MassaMembers of the Everett Police Department. chusetts State Police, State Police Association for Massachusetts and Tufts University Department of Public Safety, demonstrated to participants that there are women just like them who serve in public safety and that these careers are options for them, too. Grit, intelligence, resilience, leadership and strength are the five themes that were prevalent throughout the event. Each group, separated by age range, participated in learning labs to view demonstrations and participate in activities like collecting clues, learning about fire equipment, a K-9 demonstration, an obstacle course, learning about what police officers, firefighters and paramedics do, and more. Led by female police offiG.I.R.L.S. DAY | SEE PAGE 19
THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, ApRil 18, 2025 Page 19 Everett Police Chief Paul Strong (middle) alongside representatives from Target loss prevention. Participants, volunteers and City of Everett officials alongside Mayor Carlo DeMaria at the fourth annual G.I.R.L.S. Day. From left: Tufts University Police Captain Lisa Butner, Mass. State Police Lieutenant Marion Fletcher, City of Everett Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Director Cathy Draine and Mass. State Trooper and Everett native Briana Hyppolite. Participants receiving hands-on experience with the fire hose. Participants got creative with props at the photo booth. Participants learning about the importance of CPR from representatives of On The Beat CPR. G.I.R.L.S. DAY | FROM PAGE 18 cers and firefighters, the groups cycled between different areas of Everett High School where participants would find various activities to learn about careers in public safety. During the day, participants were provided with free lunch and also given swag bags to take home, which included various items from each partMariah Hanzel from Cataldo Ambulance Service demonstrating lifesaving techniques. nering public safety department that collaborated on the event. All the upcoming City of Everett events can be found by visiting the events calendar on the City website at cityofeverett.com/calendar/ category/events/list. Residents can also follow the official social media pages on Facebook, Instagram and X (formerly Twitter) to stay updated. Facebook: /cityofeverettma and /mayorcarlodemaria. Instagram: @cityofeverettma and @mayorcarlodemaria. X: @EverettGov_MA and @Mayor_DeMaria. All are welcome to attend the upcoming events.
Page 20 THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, ApRil 18, 2025 Tide baseball beats Chelsea, Charlestown after dropping heartbreaker to host Lynn Classical Everett plays host to non-league Belmont later today, then Revere on patriots Day By Joe McConnell fter winning the first two games of the season against Mystic Valley and Greater Lawrence, the Everett High School baseball team (4-2) split its next four, but it still maintains a winning record. Second-year varsity coach A Malik Love has turned the program around quickly. It now features a good stable of veteran talent with a resurgence of young players among the underclassmen, which bodes well for not just this year, but also the foreseeable future. Love literally brought the program into the 21st century this year by implementing the Hudl video service that shows his players what they are doing right and wrong during each game, while also giving them the opportunity to upload clips of themselves for potential college coaches to view for scouting purposes. “There’s a lot of (athletic) talent here in Everett, and it’s not just in football,” said Love. “Hudl now gives our baseball players a chance to showcase their talents for college coaches down the road, while also learning what they are doing wrong in the present.” The Tide opened up last week by losing a heartbreaker to Lynn Classical at Lynn’s Fraser Field, 1-0 on April 8. But then, they won their next two games against host Chelsea (14-1, April 10) and Charlestown (13-6) in the home opener last Friday afternoon. They began this week with a 11-1 loss to Lynn English on Monday night back at Fraser Field. Lynn Classical pushed the winning run across the plate in the home half of the second to beat its Everett visitors during this classic pitchers’ duel last week. Derek Soper gave up two hits, four walks and one earned run over five innings. He fanned six. Tri-captain Nordeivy Santana came in to pitch the sixth inning, issuing one hit and two walks, while striking out one. Unfortunately, the Everett offense was shutdown on only two hits. Freshman M.J. Guida and Isaiah Goffigan supplied that offense with one single apiece. “This game against Lynn Classical shows our improvement as a team,” said Love. “We definitely have better chemistry and more confidence this year. “But we still have to do the small things better,” added Love. “We have to play situational baseball by bunting more often during strategic times of a game, and getting runners into scoring positions to create more runs with sacrifice flies.” In the makeup game against the Red Devils last Thursday at Chelsea’s Carter Park, the Everett boys scored in four of the five innings, before the game was called, because of the mercy rule. The visitors scored four runs in the first, third and fifth innings, and another two in the second during this rout, while banging out half as many hits. Nordeivy Santana (single, triple) and Guida (single, double) were the big hitters in this game with two hits apiece. They each knocked in a run. Tri-captain Jevaun Berdale against non-league Charlestown was another offensive show for Everett. They scored three times in the first and six more in the third to take a rather comfortable 9-2 lead early on in the game. The offense was simply on fire, banging out 11 hits over six innings. Freni was credited with three singles and a walk, and scored twice. Guida also singled three times to go along with a walk. He too scored twice, while knocking in one. Soper had two singles and two walks. He scored and drove in a run, as well. Reinaldo Santiago came through with two singles and three RBI, and scored once. Tri-captain Albert Santana singled in two runs, and crossed the plate one time. Nordeivy Santana (1 RBI), Berberena (2 RBI) and Goffigan (1 RBI) factored into the offense, as well. Armani Negron (3 hits, Tide Freshman MJ Guida at bat waiting on a pitch. berena and sophomore Tyler Freni were credited with one single apiece. Berberena drove home two with his hit. Chris O’Neil singled in a run. Freni pitched the first 2.2-innings, and allowed two hits, one walk and one earned run. He whiffed six. Guida tossed zeroes across the board throughout the next 1.1-innings to go along with two strikeouts. Santiago was also perfect on the mound to close out the game in the fifth inning. He had one strikeout. “It’s a great sign for the future to already see the contributions of Guida and Freni in just the first six games of this season,” said Love. “They are playing with a lot of confidence to get us off to a winning start, along with our senior leadership of Albert Santana, Nordeivy San3 walks, 3 earned runs, 2 strikeouts) pitched the first three innings, followed by Nordeivy Santana (1.2-innings, 5 walks, 1 strikeout) and Guida (2.1-innings, 1 unearned run, 1 strikeout). After hosting Somerville on Wednesday (April 16), the Tide will stay at Glendale to play non-league Belmont later today (Friday, April 18), starting at 4:15 p.m. Revere then comes to town for a game on Patriots Day morning, beginning at 10 a.m. The Everett boys will head to Medford’s Playstead Park two days later (April 23) to take on the Mustangs at noon to close out spring school vacation week. tana and Jevaun Berberena.” The home opener at Glen
THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, ApRil 18, 2025 Page 21 Tide softball takes down Lynn Classical, Malden, Lynn English to remain undefeated after five Everett faces host Revere on patriots Day morning, before going up against visiting Medford two days later By Joe McConnell C oach Stacy Schiavo’s Everett High School softball team (5-0) closed out last week with two rather decisive home wins over Lynn Classical (8-4) and Malden (22-5) to remain undefeated after four games. They then began this week with another home victory on Monday, this time against Lynn English (10-4). Against Lynn Classical on Everett’s Arionna Osorio Bunilla keeps her eye on the ball for the Tide team.(Advocate photo by Emily Harney) April 9, pitcher Peyton Warren went all seven innings, giving up six hits, three walks and three earned runs. She fanned eight. Both teams were held scoreless throughout the first two innings. The Rams got on the scoreboard with a run in the top of the third, but the Tide got it right back, plus four more in the home half to take a 5-1 lead. Jayla Davila started off the uprising in the third with a walk. She went to second on a passed ball, and eventually scored on a single by Olivia Dresser to tie up the proceedings. Alexa Uga followed with a single, before Ashley Seward doubled in Dresser with the second run. Graziella Foster then drove home Uga with a single to center. Mia Allen walked to load the bases for Warren, who singled two more home. Each team scored one run in the fourth. Arianna Osorio-Bonilla walked to leadoff the home half. Dresser then singled. They moved up to scoring position on a fielder’s choice, before Seward knocked in the run with a sacrifice fly. The Rams scored two more in the fifth, but so did the Tide, when they came to the plate to complete the scoring in this game. Allen collected a leadoff single, followed by a single from Kassidy Rivera. Warren then drew a one-out walk to load the bases that led to the team’s two runs on passed balls. Dresser (2-for-4, 1 RBI), Uga (1-for-3), Seward (1-for-2, 2 RBI), Foster (1-for-3, 1 RBI), Allen (1-for-2), Rivera (1-for2) and Warren (1-for-2, 2 RBI) were the offensive contributors against the Rams. “We definitely started to hit the ball harder in the third, and then again in the fifth,” said Schiavo. “Classical had some SOFTBALL | SEE PAGE 22 Meet the 2025 Everett High School Unified Co-Ed Track Team Bottom row, shown from left to right, are: Keni Kule, Jorge Hernandez, Cristian Diaz, Yuleishka Perez, Cristian Tejada, and Student Coach Leyna Nguyen. Top row, shown from left to right, are: Assistant Coach Brendan Mangan, unified partner Murielle Campo, unified partner Evelyn Flores, Jayden Doza, Timothy Ciampi, Head Coach Christopher Chase, Antwon Bonnett, Richard Gaul, Erly Silachom, unified partner Angelina Vazquez, unified partner Ana DaSilva, unified partner Charmela Janvier, and Michael Abelard on Tuesday during a meet against Revere High School at Harry Della Russo Stadium. (Advocate photo by Tara Vocino)
Page 22 THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, ApRil 18, 2025 Meet the 2025 Everett High School Crimson Tide Varsity Crew Team Shown from left to right, are: Head Coach Kate Mayes, Gabe Cunha, Marina Mendoza, Marielle Ssegujja, Jayden Pineda, Leyna Nguyen, Loosandie Dieujuste, and Charmela Janvier. SOFTBALL | FROM PAGE 21 opportunities to score, but we made sure to make the plays to stop that from happening. Warren pitched an amazing game, and Rivera did great behind the plate.” The Everett girls went right back to work the next day to play host to the Golden Tornadoes, and the game turned into a rout rather quickly for the home team. Allen was in the circle for this game, and over five innings she gave up three hits, four walks and four earned runs, while striking out six. “This was Mia’s fi rst game this season in the circle, and she did very well with Emma Salvi catching her,” said Schiavo. The Tide didn’t waste any Coach Mayes with seniors, shown from left to right, are: Gabe Cunha, Marian Mendoza, Marielle Sseguijja, Jayden Pineda, Leyna Nguyen and Loosandie Dieujuste. CITY OF EVERETT 484 Broadway, Everett, MA 02149 Jacob St. Louis, Tree Warden jacob.stlouis@ci.everett.ma.us Captains Marielle Ssegujja and Leyna Nguyen with Head Coach Kate Mayes. (Advocate photos by Tara Vocino) ~ LEGAL NOTICE ~ TREE REMOVAL HEARING In accordance with the provisions of Massachusetts General Law, Chapter 87, Section 3, notice is herewith given that a public hearing will be held on, Thursday, May 1, 2024 At 6:00 PM Everett City Hall, 484 Broadway, Everett, MA, 02149 3rd Floor Room 35 To determine if the following public shade trees shall be removed or remain per the Tree Warden of the City of Everett. The trees are located at or near the addresses identified below: Street Address 535 2nd Street DBH 6” Common Name Zelkova OBJECTIONS TO THE REMOVAL OF ANY TREE(S) MUST BE RECEIVED IN WRITING BY THE TREE WARDEN AT THE ABOVE LISTED ADDRESS PRIOR TO OR AT THE TREE HEARING. LETTERS CAN BE MAILED OR EMAILED TO THE ABOVE ADDRESS. Jacob St. Louis Tree Warden, City of Everett April 18, 25 2025 The Tide’s Peyton Warren delivers the pitch to the plate. (Advocate photo by Emily Harney) time to put a hurt on their Malden counterparts. They scored 10 quick runs in the opening stanza on 10 walks and just one hit. The Golden Tornadoes did get one back in the second, but the Tide tacked on five more runs when they came to the plate to take a 15-1 lead after two. Allen walked to leadoff the home half of the second. Graziella Foster followed with a single. Both advanced into scoring position on a passed ball, before Juliette Romboli walked to load the bases for Luiza Velev, who also drew a free pass to drive home a run. Mia Oliva followed with a tworun single. Seward and Uga came up with run-producing singles, as well. Malden pushed its second run of the game across the plate in the third, only to give up four more to Everett in the home half. They were now trailing, 19-2. Romboli started the inning off with a single. She went to second on a passed ball, before Seward singled her home with the fi rst run of the frame. After a walk to Mia Oliva, Uga then tripled in two. The home team scored its fi - nal three runs of the game in the fourth. Mia Oliva got on base again with a walk. Seward was then safe on fi rst after a dropped ball in the outfi eld, setting the stage for Uga, who blasted a three-run shot to put a giant exclamation point on this lopsided win. Malden did score three in the fi fth to account for the fi - nal score, before the game was called, because of the mercy rule. “Our girls played well and stayed focused, but we were still mindful of the situation,” said Schiavo. “Malden was short on pitching, so we made sure to manage the game with respect. We weren’t trying to run up the score. We were just focused on playing the game the right way. When we did get the opportunity to hit, we hit the ball hard and in the right spots.” The Tide began this week with a 10-4 win over visiting Lynn English on Monday, followed by the Chelsea makeup in Chelsea the next day. They stayed on the road to take on Somerville Wednesday, and nonleague Whittier Tech yesterday (April 17), all after press deadline. Everett then heads to Revere to face the Patriots on Monday, Patriots Day (April 21), starting at 10 a.m., before coming home to host Medford two days later to close out the week at Glendale at 4 p.m.
THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, ApRil 18, 2025 Page 23 Sa nr Sa a y Senior Seni by Jim Miller How Seniors Can Save on Auto Insurance Dear Savvy Senior, Can you off er any tips to help seniors save on their auto insurance? I recently turned 70 and got hit with a 25 percent premium increase on my car insurance and am looking for ways to save. Older Driver Dear Driver, As auto insurance rates across the country continue to rise for all drivers, seniors can face an even bigger price hike, once they reach their 70s and their driving skills begin to decline. Fortunately, there are ways you can reduce your premiums. To fi nd out what discounts may be available to you, contact your auto insurer and inquire about these options. Increase your deductible: Paying a higher deductible could save you big on premiums. For example, raising your deductible from $500 to $1,000 can bring your annual premiums down by 15 to 20 percent, on average. Adjust your coverage: If you’re driving an older vehicle, you may want to consider dropping collision and/or comprehensive coverage if your premium is more than 10 percent of the car’s value. Collision insurance covers damage to your car if you’re involved in a crash (or if you’re the victim of a hit-and-run) and comprehensive covers damage caused by acts of nature (such as storm damage), vandalism, theft or fi re. But if you’re scaling back to liability coverage, make sure you have enough to pay for damages out of pocket if you’re in an accident or your car sustains damage due to weather, theft or another non-collision event. Take a defensive driving course: Some insurance companies off er defensive driving discounts – between 5 and 15 percent – to drivers who take a refresher course to brush up on their safety skills. Organizations such as AARP (aarpdriversafety.org), AAA (aaa.com/stop) and The National Safety Council (nsc.org) provide these classes, for around $20 to $30 and they can be taken online. Report your milage: Most insurers off er discounts to customers who drive limited miles each year, which is usually benefi cial to retirees who drive less because they don’t commute to work every day. These discounts usually kick in when your annual milage drops below 7,500 or 10,000 depending on your provider. Bundle policies: If your auto insurance policy is issued by a diff erent company from the one insuring your home, call each insurer and ask if bundling the policies would be cheaper. Sign up for driver monitoring: Some insurers offer discounts based on how and when you use your car. They will monitor things like your acceleration, braking habits, driving speeds and phone use, via smartphone app or a device that plugs into your car’s diagnostic port. Drivers can be rewarded anywhere from 10 to 30 percent for safe driving. In addition, many insurance providers also off er discounts to drivers who do not have any violations or accidents for three or more years. Ask about membership discounts: Many insurers off er discounts through professional associations, workers’ unions, large employers or membership organizations such as AAA, NARFE, AARP, etc. You could even qualify for savings based on the college you attended or the fraternity or sorority you belonged to decades ago. Improve your credit: You may be able to lower your car insurance premium by paying your bills on time and reducing the amount of debt you carry. Insurers look at how their customers manage credit to get an idea of risk and to price policies. Better rates are given to those with good credit scores, typically 700 or above. Comparison shop: To fi nd out if your current premium is competitive with other insurers, shop around through insurance marketplace websites like TheZebra.com, Insurify.com, Lemonade.com or Policygenius. com. Or use an independent agent (see trustedchoice.com/ agent) to help you compare. Send your senior questions to: Savvy Senior, P.O. Box 5443, Norman, OK 73070, or visit SavvySenior.org. Jim Miller is a contributor to the NBC Today show and author of “The Savvy Senior” book. M nior ior Catherine M. (Canty) Hoover ay 27, 1930 - April 10, 2025. Kay was a resident of Everett for 94 years. For 72 years, she was the wife of the late Alfred S. Hoover. Mother of Stephen Hoover and his wife Patricia of Everett, daughters, Ellen Mosher of Amesbury and Joan Callahan of Danvers. Nana to, Nolan, Timothy and Brendan Hoover; Nicholas, Michael, and William Mosher and Julie (Mosher) Blatancic and her husband Stephen; Kyle and Liam Callahan. Predeceased by parents William P. and Helen (Morris) Canty of Everett and brother, William P. Canty Jr. of Royal Oaks, MD. Kay graduated from Girls Catholic High School and Katharine Gibbs School. She used her skills as an administrative Assistant at Pope John XXIII High School, Fisher Junior College and Atlantic Tracy. Kay and Al enjoyed summering with family at their Mountain View Cottage on Sunset Lake. They also enjoyed many trips over the years with their close friends. Kay was a lifetime communicant at Immaculate Conception Parish in Everett where she was a long-time member of the Ladies Sodality. Kay enjoyed keeping up with the news of her nine grandchildren and many nieces and nephews. OBITUARIES Relatives and friends were invited to attend Kay’s visiting hours in the Cafasso & Sons Funeral Home, Everett, Tuesday, April 15. Her funeral was from the funeral home on Wednesday followed by a funeral Mass in the Immaculate Conception Church, Everett. Burial at the Holy Cross Cemetery, Malden. In lieu of fl owers please make a donation in her name to: The Epilepsy Foundation 540 Gallivan Blvd., Boston, MA 02124 or charity of your own choice. Jeffrey E. Scoppa O f Everett. E n t e r e d into eternal rest at home, unexpectedly, Sunday April 13, 2025. He was 63 years old. Born in Everett, Jeff rey was a lifelong resident. He worked as a medical administrator before retirement. Beloved son of Virginia (Coyne) and the late Thomas G. Scoppa, Jr. of Everett. Dear and devoted brother of Margaret A. Scoppa and Mary of Jamaica Plain, Thomas G. Scoppa, III and his wife, Barbara of Gloucester, John Scoppa and Don of FL and Michael Scoppa and Peter of Marlborough. Devoted nephew of Josephine Scoppa of Everett. Loving uncle of Christopher and Vanessa Scoppa. Relatives and friends were invited to attend Jeff rey’s visitation in the Cafasso & Sons Funeral Home, Everett, Wednesday April 16 followed by his funeral Mass in the Immaculate Conception Church, Everett. In lieu of fl owers, contributions in Jeff rey’s memory to the MSPCA, 350 S. Huntington Ave., Jamaica Plain, MA 02130 would be sincerely appreciated.
Page 24 THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, ApRil 18, 2025 7-11. There were no roll calls in the Senate last week. $1.3 BILLION FOR TRANSPORTATION AND EDUCATION (H 4005) House 140-14, approved and 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: Beacon Hill Roll Call records local representatives’ votes on roll calls from the week of April - 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 sent to the Senate a $1.3 billion supplemental budget that uses funds generated from the recent surtax imposed on taxpayers’ earnings of more than $1 million annually, to fund $353 million for education-related projects and $828 million for transportation-related ones. It also includes non-surtax spending that pushes the combined bottom line to roughly $1.3 billion. The surtax was created by voters in November 2022 when they voted for a constitutional amendment that allows a graduated income tax in Massachusetts and imposes an additional 4 percent income tax, in addition to the fl at 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, aff ordable public colleges and universities, and for the repair and maintenance of roads, bridges and public transportation.” A total of $818 million of the $828 million for transportation will be used for various MBTA projects while $10 million will fund unpaved roads. The $353 million for education includes $190 million for Circuit Breaker reimbursements, which provide fi nancial assistance to public school districts to off set the cost of delivering high-cost special education services to students; $50 million for capital improvements at vocational schools; $40 million for early education and care workforce; $10 million for universal school meals for all public-school students; and $10 million for Green SchoolWorks to decarbonize and increase effi ciency in schools through green energy projects. “Ensuring that every Massachusetts resident has access to a safe and reliable public transportation system, and that every student in the commonwealth receives a high-quality education, are ~ 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 04-19-2025 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 two of the most fundamental responsibilities that we have as elected offi cials,” said House Speaker Ron Mariano (D-Quincy). “The investments being made in this supplemental budget are representative of the House’s continued focus on meeting those responsibilities and were made possible as a result of years of fi scally responsible, consensus driven budgeting.” “The use of these one-time surplus of funds are a unique opportunity for us to better strengthen the commonwealth in numerous ways,” said Rep. Aaron Michlewitz (D-Boston), chair of the House Committee on Ways and Means. “By further improving our educational and transportation sectors, we will build off the work we have done in the last several budget cycles with a judicious use of the Fair Share funds.” “[The] session was dominated by votes that favored pork barrel spending and neglected support for cities and towns in transportation and education,” said Rep. Marc Lombardo (R-Billerica) who voted against the package. “Instead of allocating critical funding for roads and bridges to benefi t all communities, the bill was filled with pork spending for House leadership. Moreover, instead of fully funding special education costs that are straining municipal budgets, we allocated hundreds of millions of dollars to the MBTA. Overall, the bill failed to provide comprehensive fi nancial support to communities across the commonwealth. Beacon Hill needs to do better.” “While the education piece was strong, the transportation piece was not,” said Rep. Joe McKenna (R-Webster). “The stark disparity in funding between the MBTA getting nearly the entirety of funding while the 277 cities and towns without direct MBTA access were effectively left out, was too large a gap to support the bill.” (A “Yes” vote is for the bill. A “No” vote is against it.) Rep. Joseph McGonagle Yes $50 MILLION TO CITIES AND TOWNS FOR LOCAL BEACON | SEE PAGE 25
THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, ApRil 18, 2025 Page 25 BEACON | FROM PAGE 24 ROADS (H 4005) House 25-125, rejected an amendment that would reduce funding for the MBTA by $50 million (from $818 million to $768 million) and instead give the $50 million to cities and towns for roads using a formula based strictly on each municipality’s local road mileage. Currently, communities receive roads funding based on their population, employment and total road miles. “The amendment would have shifted only $50 million - just 6 percent out of $828 million - for the MBTA and reappropriate it to Chapter 90 to be allocated based on a town’s road mileage,” said amendment sponsor Rep. Joe McKenna (R-Sutton). “This would have shown a strong commitment from the commonwealth to provide regional equity in transportation infrastructure in all corners of the state, while still infusing a massive $743 million dollars to the T.” Rep. James Arciero (D-Westford) said that adequate funding for roads and bridges is always important, but it’s part of a larger discussion. This is a subject that’s better suited for examination before the public at the committee level. The Transportation Committee will take up this very subject tomorrow when it hears the governor’s $1.5 billion proposal for the Chapter 90 program. The committee looks forward to hearing from legislators, stakeholders and municipal leaders across the state as we examine the governor’s proposal. (A “Yes” vote is for $50 million for cities and towns. A “No” vote is against it.) Rep. Joseph McGonagle No ALSO UP ON BEACON HILL TRANSGENDER STUDENTS AND SCHOOL SPORTS - During the debate on the surtax, Freshman Rep. John Gaskey (R-Carver) proposed an amendment that would prohibit any public school from allowing a biological male athlete to participate on a girls’ sports team and also prohibit a biological female athlete from participating on a boys’ sports team. Any school found not in compliance with this ban would forfeit all games which violate the ban. “For too long Massachusetts has put girls at risk in sports,” said Gaskey. “There have been - LEGAL NOTICE - CITY OF EVERETT BOARD OF LICENSE COMMISSION 484 BROADWAY EVERETT, MASSACHUSETTS 02149 PHONE: 617-944-0211 philip.antonelli@ci.everett.ma.us annette.debilio@ci.everett.ma.us The premises are to be sold subject to and with the benefit of all easements, restrictions, encroachments, building and zoning laws, liens, unpaid taxes, tax titles, water bills, municipal liens and assessments, rights of tenants and parties in possession, and attorney’s fees and costs. Public Hearing Monday, April 28, 2025 @ 6:30 PM This notice is to inform you that a public hearing will be held on Monday, April 28, 2025 @ 6:30 P.M. at Everett City Hall, 2nd Floor, in room 27. Opinions will be heard regarding the following application: An application has been presented to the License Commission for a Transfer of a Wine and Malt License from Lui Holdings Inc., d/b/a Sei Bar, 916 Broadway, Everett to ZL Cajun Inc., d/b/a Cajun Corner Seafood Boil, 916 Broadway, Everett. All interested parties may attend. Phil Antonelli Chairman April 18, 2025 TERMS OF SALE: A deposit of TEN THOUSAND DOLLARS AND 00 CENTS ($10,000.00) in the form of a certified check, bank treasurer’s check or money order will be required to be delivered at or before the time the bid is offered. The successful bidder will be required to execute a Foreclosure Sale Agreement immediately after the close of the bidding. The balance of the purchase price shall be paid within thirty (30) days from the sale date in the form of a certified check, bank treasurer’s check or other check satisfactory to Mortgagee’s attorney. The Mortgagee reserves the right to bid at the sale, to reject any and all bids, to continue the sale and to amend the terms of the sale by written or oral announcement made before or during the foreclosure sale. If the sale is set aside for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the deposit paid. The purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee or the Mortgagee’s attorney. The description of the premises contained in said mortgage shall control in the event of an error in this publication. TIME WILL BE OF THE ESSENCE. Other terms, if any, to be announced at the sale. U.S. Bank National Association Present Holder of said Mortgage, By Its Attorneys, ORLANS LAW GROUP PLLC PO Box 540540 Waltham, MA 02454 Phone: (781) 790-7800 24-013794 April 18, 25, May 2, 2025 several instances of boys seriously injuring girls on the field during matches. This is not a transgender issue alone, this is protecting children and creating a system of fair competition. Boys are stronger, faster and more aggressive, and put girls, who are more prone to injury (Harvard study), at ~ Legal Notice ~ MORTGAGEE’S NOTICE OF SALE OF REAL ESTATE By virtue and in execution of the Power of Sale contained in a certain Mortgage given by Jaime Mendoza and Marta Mendoza to U.S. Bank National Association, dated October 7, 2019 and recorded with the Middlesex County (Southern District) Registry of Deeds at Book 73419, Page 314 for breach of the conditions of said Mortgage and for the purpose of foreclosing same will be sold at Public Auction at 11:00 AM on May 9, 2025 at 285 Chelsea Street, Everett, MA, all and singular the premises described in said Mortgage, to wit: The land with the buildings thereon situated in Everett, Middlesex County, Massachusetts and being the premises numbered 285 on the present numbering of Chelsea Street and being Lot 40 on a “Plan of House Lots in Malden owned by Nathaniel Shields, July 1, 1845, J.H. Shearer, Surveyor” recorded in Middlesex South District Registry of Deeds, Plan Book 3A, Plan 20, and being more particularly described as follows: NORTHEASTERLY: by Chelsea Street, 25 feet; SOUTHEASTERLY: by Lot 41, as shown on said plan, 100 feet; SOUTHWESTERLY: by Lot 86, as shown on said plan, 25 feet; NORTHWESTERLY: by Lot 39, as shown on said plan, 100 feet. Containing about 2,500 square feet of land more or less. Said premises are conveyed subject to agreements, privileges and restrictions of record contained in a Deed recorded with Middlesex South District Registry of Deeds in Book 2858, page 473 so far as the same are now in force and applicable. Said premises are also conveyed subject to a common passageway as set forth in a Deed from Andrea Brancato, et ux to Natalie Taylor et al dated December 31, 1963, and recorded with Middlesex South District Registry of Deeds in Book 10648, Page 377. Being all and the same premises conveyed to JAIME MENDOZA and MARTA MENDOZA by Deed of CARLOS GALDAMEZ and SANDRA I. PERLERA MEJIA recorded with the Middlesex South District of Deeds herewith. greater risk. Massachusetts is putting federal funding at risk by not addressing this requirement as well.” The House did not vote on
Page 26 THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, ApRil 18, 2025 BEACON | FROM PAGE 25 the ban itself because Rep. Ken Gordon (D-Bedford) offered a further amendment that would delay the ban from taking place until the Department of Elementary and Secondary Education studies the transgender students in school sports issue. The House approved the delay and essentially killed Gaskey’s bill. The vote was conducted on a voice vote without a roll call. Rep. Gordon said that the issue is not a simple one but rather a complex one, involving issues of federal and state law, and also is the subject of multiple bills that are being considered by the Committee on Education, including one proposed by Gaskey himself. He argued that the study and a public hearing on the ban should be complete before the House votes on it. In his first speech on the floor of the House, Gaskey called Gordon’s maneuver “a way to bury this and make sure that nobody ever gets this on the record.” “We don’t need a study on how this is going to affect people,” he said. “We already know this is going to affect people. We already know how many students are going to be affected — every student is going to be affected. Every student athlete will play on the team they were born to play on. That’s what this bill is.” He said his proposed ban would bring Massachusetts in line with the federal government because President Donald Trump signed an executive order in February prohibiting transgender women and girls from competing in female sports. 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The Court ORDERS: Optiline Enterprises LLC shall give notice to Interiano Drywall Corporation of this action by publishing a verified copy of this Citation for Publication once a week for three successive weeks in the The Advocate Newspapers, a newspaper of general circulation. The last publication shall be on or before May 24, 2025 Also, ON OR BEFORE 30 days after the last publication June 14, 2025 Interiano Drywall Corporation shall electronically file an Appearance and Answer or other responsive pleading with this Court. A copy of the Appearance and Answer or other responsive pleading must be sent electronically to the party/parties listed below. Optiline Enterprises LLC shall electronically file the Return of Publication this Court. Failure to do so may result in this action being dismissed without further notice. If you do not comply with these requirements, you will be considered in default and the Court may issue orders that affect you without your input. Send copies to: Suzanne Amy Spencer, ESQ Allison Kathleen Regan, ESQ Interiano Drywall Corporation Nixon Peabody LLP 900 Elm St Ste 1400 Manchester NH 03101-2031 Nixon Peabody LLP 900 Elm St Ste 1400 Manchester NH 03101-2031 55 Glendale Street Everett MA 02149 BY ORDER OF THE COURT W. Michael Scanlon Clerk of Court April 09, 2025 (126954) April 18, 25, May 02, 2025 Telephone: 1-855-212-1234 TTY/TDD Relay: (800) 735-2964 http://www.courts.state.nh.us come tax form, to contribute to a special United Nations Fund -- the Least Developed Countries Fund -- to help developing countries cope with the effects of global warming. Supporters say the state income tax form currently features six “tax check-off” options that give residents the option, when filing their state income tax return, to contribute all or part of their tax refund to various causes. Sen. Mike Barrett (D-Lexington), the sponsor of the bill, did not respond to repeated requests by Beacon Hill Roll Call to explain why he filed the bill. “Sen. Barrett’s idea is incredibly silly and just shows how out of touch some lawmakers become when they get elected,” said Paul Craney, executive director of the Massachusetts Fiscal Alliance. “As ratepayers see their utility and energy bills increase by 30 to 50 percent to fund climate mandates passed by the Legislature, the senator wants to send more money to the climate causes.” PUBLIC HEARINGS ON TAX HIKES AND NEW TAXES (S 2057) - Another bill heard by the Judiciary Committee would require the House and Senate Committees on Ways and Means to hold at the least three public hearings in Boston, Worcester and Springfield on any legislation referred to them that would increase or expand any existing taxes or fees or establish any new taxes or fees. Each hearing would require at least fourteen days’ notice to ensure that the public has sufficient time to prepare. “I am sponsoring this bill because transparency of where taxpayer dollars are going between the Legislature and the public are of the utmost importance currently,” said sponsor Sen. Patrick O’Connor (R-Weymouth). “The sense of trust and understanding between lawmakers and taxpayers sought by this legislation is only possible through thoughtful action to include everyone in the legislative process.” JUDICIARY COMMITTEE HEARING – The Judiciary Committee held a hearing on several bills including these three: EMINENT DOMAIN (H 67) – This proposed constitutional amendment would prohibit private property from being taken by the government for private commercial enterprise, economic development or any other private use without the consent of the owner. “The right to own property is a basic principle of the commonwealth and it is one that I feel should be protected,” said sponsor Rep. Brad Jones (R-North Reading). “I filed this proposed amendment in response to the Supreme Court’s actions in Kelo v. New London, where a majority of the BEACON | SEE PAGE 27
THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, ApRil 18, 2025 Page 27 BEACON | FROM PAGE 26 justices ruled against private property holders and determined that the New London Development Commission could take private properties for the purpose of economic development. This is a blatant overreach of government power, and this amendment is an attempt to correct that and protect private property owners in Massachusetts.” - LEGAL NOTICE - CITY OF EVERETT BOARD OF LICENSE COMMISSION 484 BROADWAY EVERETT, MASSACHUSETTS 02149 PHONE: 617-944-0211 philip.antonelli@ci.everett.ma.us annette.debilio@ci.everett.ma.us Public Hearing Monday, April 28, 2025 @ 6:30 PM This notice is to inform you that a public hearing will be held on Monday, April 28, 2025 @ 6:30 P.M. at Everett City Hall, 2nd Floor, in room 27. Opinions will be heard regarding the following application: An application has been presented to the License Commission for a Transfer of an All-Alcohol License and an Alteration of Premise from MCRC Inc., d/b/a Champions Café, 234 Main St., Everett to El Nopal Bar and Grill Inc d/b/a Champions Café234 Main St, Everett. All interested parties may attend. Phil Antonelli Chairman April 18, 2025 - LEGAL NOTICE - CITY OF EVERETT BOARD OF LICENSE COMMISSION 484 BROADWAY EVERETT, MASSACHUSETTS 02149 PHONE: 617-944-0211 philip.antonelli@ci.everett.ma.us annette.debilio@ci.everett.ma.us City of Everett PLANNING BOARD 484 BROADWAY EVERETT, MA 02149 Frederick Cafasso- Chairman LEGAL NOTICE EVERETT PLANNING BOARD PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE Public Hearing on an application by Richard Aversa, Trustee of Ferry Street Realty Trust Property located at: 108 Ferry Street & 141 High Street Site Plan Review & Inclusionary Zoning Special Permit In accordance with the provisions of M.G.L Chapter 40A and with Sections 4, 6, 19, and 32 of the Everett Zoning Ordinance, the Everett Planning Board will conduct a public hearing on Monday, May 5th, 2025 at 6:00PM in the Speaker George Keverian Room (Room 37, Everett City Hall) to consider the above-listed application for Site Plan Review and Inclusionary Zoning Special Permit. This proposal seeks to raze the existing mixed-use structure on the Ferry Street parcel as well as the single family structure on High Street and construct a new, mixed-use building containing 1,950 sq. ft. of restaurant space (with a 16-seat capacity) and podium parking structure on the ground floor, three floors of residential units plus a penthouse unit resulting in a total of twenty (20) units – three (3) of which are proposed to be designated as deed-restricted affordable – and a total of 34 parking spaces. The resulting structure will have a height of ~49’ above ground-level. 108 Ferry Street is a parcel of land located in the Business District and is referenced by Assessors Department as L0-03-000243. 141 High Street is a parcel of land located in the Dwelling District and is referenced by Assessors Department as L0-03-00024401. Public Hearing Monday, April 28, 2025 @ 6:30 PM This notice is to inform you that a public hearing will be held on Monday, April 28, 2025 @ 6:30 P.M. at Everett City Hall, 2nd Floor, in room 27. Opinions will be heard regarding the following application: An application has been presented to the License Commission from Woody’s Parkway Pub, 1812 Revere Beach Pkwy, for a Change of Manager to Jason Thomas Foote, Change of Officers/Directors/LLC Managers and an Issuance/Transfer of Stock/New Stockholder. All interested parties may attend. Phil Antonelli Chairman April 18, 2025 Frederick Cafasso Chairman April 18, 25, 2025 A copy of the application and plans are on file and available in the Office of the City Clerk and the Department of Planning and Development, both located at City Hall, 484 Broadway, Everett, MA 02149 and can be inspected online anytime at http://www.cityofeverett.com/449/PlanningBoard and/or by request during regular City Hall business hours by contacting The Planning and Development Office at 617-394-2334. All persons interested in or wishing to be heard on the applications may attend and participate in person. This project, along with all other projects to be discussed at the meeting, can be found on the posted Agenda at the following link: http://www.cityofeverett.com/AgendaCenter. Questions and comments can be directed in advance of the public hearing to Matt Lattanzi of the Department of Planning & Development at Matt.Lattanzi@ci.everett.ma.us or 617-394-2230. PROHIBIT GAMBLING ON POLITICAL OUTCOMES (S 1237) – This measure would make it illegal to wager on “political outcomes” including elections for public offi ce within the state, appointments to public offi ce, the passage, amending or failure of legislative measures and any BEACON | SEE PAGE 29
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THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, ApRil 18, 2025 Page 29 BEACON | FROM PAGE 27 1. On April 18, 1775, was the midnight ride of Paul Revere; did he ride alone? 2. What First Lady with a three-letter nickname invented the White House Easter Bunny? 3. The New York Yankees have had success with a new “torpedo” bat that was created by a physicist at what Mass. school? 4. On April 19, 1775, the Battle of Menotomy occurred in what current community? 5. When did the White House egg-rolling race with spoons debut: 1878, 1933 or 1974? 6. For April Fool’s Day 2025, what carmaker announced Mobilet, an app-controlled, self-driving toilet cubicle (fictional)? 7. On April 20, 1912, Fenway Park and Detroit’s Navin Field opened; the latter was later called what? 8. What baked good is traditional for Good Friday? 9. How are Archie and Edith, Lucy and Ricky, and Louise and George similar? 10. What island with the same name as a holiday is part of Chile? 11. On April 21, 1977, what musical based on a comic strip opened on Broadway? 12. In what city is the Forbidden City? 13. On April 22 in what year was the first Earth Day celebrated: 1970, 1980 or 1990? 14. In what country is the world’s largest Easter Egg Museum: Poland, Russia or USA? 15. For April Fool’s Day 2025, Curry’s introduced its De-Boner for what chicken part? 16. Was New York Stock Exchange (founded in 1792) early trading done in one building? 17. April 23 is Independence Day in the “Conch Republic” in what state? 18. On April Fool’s Day 1980, BBC announced that what was going digital and being renamed “Digital Dave”? 19. Do identical twins have the same fingerprints? 20. On April 24, 1800, what largest library in the world was founded? 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 other official decision-making processes conducted by political bodies within the state. Supporters said that these platforms and wagering participation are problematic on many grounds, specifically misinterpreting political outcomes. They are commonly mistaken as indicators for who is winning an election when that is not the case. “Since online gambling was legalized in Massachusetts, political wagering has significantly increased, with billions of dollars generated,” said sponsor Sen. Jake Oliveira (D-Ludlow). “In the 2024 presidential election, over $3.2 billion in wagers related were placed on one platform alone. I filed this legislation to ensure stronger safeguards for our election processes and their accuracy. The bill is rooted in preserving the integrity of democratic processes by prohibiting wagering on elections or legislative outcomes, preventing the commodification of our democratic processes.” PREVENT SUICIDE (S 1109) – This legislation would criminalize coerced suicide. The measure would impose up to a 5-year prison sentence on a person who has actual knowledge of another person’s suicidal ideation, and either coerces the other person to commit suicide, or provides the physical means, or knowledge of such means, to commit suicide. “I filed this bill in honor of Conrad Roy, a young man who died after his girlfriend Michelle Carter relentlessly pressured him into taking his own life,” said sponsor Sen. Barry Finegold (D-Andover). “Conrad’s Law is a common-sense reform that has support from across the political spectrum. If passed, it will help save lives.” QUOTABLE QUOTES “Everything from gas to housing to taxes is too expensive. Too many kids aren’t receiving the education they need to compete in a global economy. Our transportation system is still broken. The unspeakable violence in migrant shelters is a human tragedy and a national embarrassment. Our beacon on a hill has become a beacon in the rearview mirror. I’m running for BEACON | SEE PAGE 30 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. Name_________________________________________ Address_______________________________________ City_______________ State_______ Zip ____________ CC# _______________________________ Exp. _____ Sec. code____ Advocate (City):___________________ Clip & Mail Coupon with Credit Card, Check or Money Order to: Advocate Newspapers Inc. PO Box 490407, Everett, MA 02149 1. 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Page 30 THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, ApRil 18, 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 Alla, Andi Snioch, Alexandra J BEACON | FROM PAGE 29 governor because I believe in the unlimited potential of our state through the power of our people.” --- Mike Kennealy, former Secretary of Housing and Economic Development under former Gov. Charlie Baker, announcing his run for the Republican nomination for governor in 2026. “The people of Massachusetts know that a vote for Mike Kennealy is a vote for Donald Trump’s agenda. From Trump’s tariff s to the Republican crusade to eliminate heath care to Elon Musk’s halting cures for cancer and Alzheimer’s — the people of Massachusetts need a governor like Maura Healey who is unafraid to take on Donald Trump and stand up for them.” --- Massachusetts Democratic Party Chair Steve Kerrigan. BUYER2 SELLER1 Obremski Jr, Charles F Cabral, Robert C “Strategic partnerships with organizations like The Last Mile are essential to equipping individuals with skills necessary for success. As technology continues to shape the modern workforce, we must proactively implement transformative programs that empower individuals to pursue sustainable careers.” --- Gov. Maura Healey on the Massachusetts Department of Correction and the Last Mile, a national leader in technology training and reentry support for incarcerated people, announcing the graduation of the fi rst fi ve students from an intensive web development and coding program. “Preparing our children to engage with and thrive in a diverse society is a central premise of education. Local school districts have the right to determine that the use of LGBTQ-inclusive books helps to foster inclusive learning SELLER2 Cabral, Mario J environments for all our students. I am proud to stand in defense of inclusive books, which teach our students to respect one another, regardless of, and without interfering with, their respective personal beliefs.” ---Attorney General Andrea Campbell joining a coalition of 19 attorneys general in fi ling an amicus brief in the U.S. Supreme Court to defend the discretion of public schools in Montgomery County, Maryland, to incorporate LGBTQ-inclusive books into their curricula without off ering parents an opt-out option. 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 30 Chelsea St #203 30 Chelsea St #609 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 April 7-11, the House met for a total of seven hours and 26 minutes while the Senate met for a total of 20 minutes. TRINITY REAL ESTATE 321 MAIN STREET | SAUGUS, MA | VILLAGE PARK TrinityHomesRE.com TrinityHomesRE.com 86 Quincy Street, Medford List Price: $929,000 Great New Listing just steps to Tufts University in Medford. Spacious Two Family home as a great investment or Condo Conversion property. Over 2,300 square feet . Showings start soon. Call Dale for a private showing Listing Agent: Dale Brousseau 617.957.2728 u 12 Autran Ave, North Andover List Price: $689,900 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 RENTAL-581 Proctor Avenue, 2, Revere Monthly: $2400.00 Cozy 2-bedroom+ small office area and 1-bath apartment featuring a modern kitchen with dishwasher, refrigerator and microwave. Laminate floors throughout and ample storage. Primary bedroom has large closet area. Wall AC and ceiling fans. Includes 2-car parking . Rent is based on 3 person occupancy. Tenant pays for all utilities. No smoking . No pets. Listing Agent: Annemarie Torcivia 781.983.5266 RENTAL-53R Grimshaw Street, C, Malden Monthly: $2400.00 4 room/ 2 Bedroom apartment features a light maple cabinet w/granite countertops and all new appliances (electric glass top stove, dishwasher, refrigerator and washer/dryer), a living room with W/W carpeting, 2 bedrooms w/hardwood floors and a full bathroom...A large enclosed porch and 2 car parking off street.....available now.1st month rent, last month's rent and $500 security deposit along with a half month broker fee is due when signing a 1 year lease. Listing Agent: Pat Torcivia 781.820.0974 101 Waite Street, 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 RENTAL-242 Water Street, 242, Wakefield Monthly: $2,950 Welcome home to this spacious apartment that feels like a home. The two floors of living space offer a living room with wall a/c, dining room and a large open concept kitchen with center island for eating and tiled floor bathroom on the first floor. On the second floor, you find two bedrooms with wall to wall carpeting, spacious closets, and wall a/c. Tandem parking for 2 cars. Listing Agent, Broker/Owner: Ronnie Puzon Providing Real Estate Services for Nearly Two Decades Servicing Saugus, Melrose, Wakefield, Malden, all North Shore communities, Boston and Beyond. 917.992.3689 DATE 03.24.25 03.24.25 PRICE 500000 351500 Mon.April 7 House 11:31 a.m. to 11:41 a.m. Senate 11:12 a.m. to 11:19 a.m. Tues. April 8 No House session No Senate session Wed.April 9 House 11:01 a.m. to 6:11 p.m. No Senate session Thurs. 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