EVT EVE ER T Vol. 34, No.19 -FREET www.advocatenews.net Have a Safe & Happy Mother’s Day! D OCAT Free Every Friday Mayor DeMaria gathers feedback from residents on community benefi ts agreement for potential stadium project The Mayor was joined by Robert Kraft, Jonathan Kraft, Senator Sal DiDomenico and a representative of the New England Revolution By Neil Zolot N ew England Revolution soccer team owners Robert and Jonathan Kraft made their long-awaited appearances at a community meeting about their soccer stadium proposal for the team, at the Connolly Center on Wednesday, April 30. The proposed location is a 43.1-acre parcel on Alford Street across Lower Broadway from the casino and across the Mystic River from Charlestown. “It’s an honor to be here tonight,” Robert Kraft said. “I’m in my eighth decade living in the state. I love it here and want to do big things here. We have people from out of state that want us, but we want to be here.” He related a meeting with to tell us we should be here,” Kraft said of DeMaria. “It made an impression on us – a political leader was looking out for the best interests of the community.” He called the stadium The Kraft Group Founder, Chairman and CEO Robert Kraft speaking to attendees at the Connolly Center. (Photo courtesy of City of Everett) Mayor Carlo DeMaria convincing him Everett should be the site of a stadium, specifi cally an unused area on the waterfront. “He had the foresight “something that can bring pride, honor and a lot of economic opportunity to Everett. We’re fortunate to be private and can make decisions fast, but try to think long term. We did the stadium in Foxborough private and this would be private, too. I hope this comes to fruition and we can all have pride in it.” “I wish all politicians were that passionate about their communities,” Jonathan Kraft added about DeMaria. He also hopes the stadium PROJECT | SEE PAGE 10 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 617-387-2200 W ADVOCTE Friday, May 9, 2025 Everett business owner sponsors local Muay Thai fi ghter’s journey to World Championships in Turkey Everett business owner Rocco Longo, owner of Sabatino Insurance Agency, is sponsoring 21-year-old Nick Rossi, a promising Muay Thai fi ghter from Everett. Special to Th e Advocate hen it comes to supporting local talent, Everett business owner Rocco Longo, owner of Sabatino Insurance Agency, is putting action behind his words. In a powerful show of community support, he is sponsoring 21-year-old Nick Rossi, a promising Muay Thai fi ghter from Everett, as he prepares to represent the United States at the prestigious International Federation of Muaythai Associations (IFMA) World Championships in Antalya, Turkey this year. Rossi, a rising star in the Muay Thai scene, has trained tirelessly at Song Khao Muay Thai in Stoughton and recently earned his spot on Team USA after a standout performance at the national qualifi ers. Competing at the world level is a dream come true for the young athlete – but travel, gear and training expenses quickly add up. That’s where Longo stepped in. “As a local business owner, I believe in giving back to the community that supports me,” said Longo. “Nick’s dedication, discipline, and sportsmanship are exactly the kind of values we want to champion in Everett. He’s not just representing the U.S. – he’s representing our city.” The IFMA World ChampiSPONSORS | SEE PAGE 2
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