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EV RETEVT V E ER T Vol. 35, No.19 -FREET www.advocatenews.net Your Local News & Sports Online! Scan & Subscribe! ADDOCCO TEAT Free Every Friday McGonagle Honors Webster School with House Resolution State Rep. joined Mayor Van Campen, Schools Supt. and school offi cials to present the resolution 617-387-2200 Friday, May 15, 2026 Former Everett housing offi cial sues mayor, city, alleging political retaliation over election support By Th e Advocate A longtime member of the Everett Housing Authority has fi led a federal lawsuit accusing the city and newly elected Mayor Robert Van Campen of illegally removing him from offi ce in retaliation for supporting the mayor’s political opponent during the 2025 election campaign. Philip T. Colameta, who served Pictured from left to right: Mayor Robert Van Campen, State Representative Joe McGonagle, Webster School Principal Devon Abruzzese, former Webster Principal/current Asst. Supt. Chris Barrett and Supt. of Schools William Hart. (Courtesy photo) Special to Th e Advocate R ecently, State Representative Joe McGonagle joined Mayor Robert Van Campen, Superintendent of Schools William Hart and Interim Assistant Superintendent of Finance/former Webster School Principal Chris RESOLUTION | SEE PAGE 8 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 on the Everett Housing Authority for 13 years, alleges in a complaint fi led in U.S. District Court in Massachusetts that his March 2026 removal violated his constitutional rights to free speech and due process, as well as state laws governing the dismissal of housing authority board members. The lawsuit seeks reinstatement to the board, back pay and benefi ts, punitive damages, attorney’s fees and other relief. Colameta was earning $10,000 annually as a housing authority member and had been appointed to a fi ve-year term running through February 2029, according to the complaint. The suit names both the City of Everett and Van Campen individually as defendants. At the center of the dispute is Colameta’s support for former Mayor Carlo DeMaria, whom Van Campen defeated in a closely contested November 2025 mayoral election. Colameta alleges city officials targeted him because he openly campaigned for DeMaria and opposed Van Campen’s candidacy. “The actions of the City of Everett and Mayor Van Campen in removing Plaintiff from his position were taken solely to punish Plaintiff for his constitutionally protected political speech and LAWSUIT | SEE PAGE 6 City councillors seek answers from Encore during license renewal process By Neil Zolot C ity Councillors are looking for information from Encore Boston Harbor during the casino’s innholder’s license process. “It’s a good time for that as they renew the license,” Ward 2 Councillor Stephanie Martins said at the Council meeting Monday, May 11. “We haven’t had an update for a while.” She suggested the matter be referred to the Government Operations Subcommittee. In discussion she recognized that all members might like to participate and later agreed with a suggestion from Ward 5 Councillor Anthony DiPierro that the matter be brought before the whole Council instead. It will be on the agenda for the next meeting later in May. “I don’t know if Encore not having met all the requirements affects renewal,” City Council President and Councillor-at-Large Stephanie Smith added. She did not elaborate, but Councillor-at-Large Wayne Matewsky did about the lack of entertainment at the facility, as opposed to just having gambling. There has also been talk about Encore funding or partially funding a public safety facility in the area. “Maybe it’s a good thing ENCORE | SEE PAGE 7

Page 2 THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, MAy 15, 2026 Regis College awards degrees to more than 1,000, including Everett students A s it began to recognize its centennial year, Regis College celebrated its 96th commencement on Saturday, May 9, at the Leader Bank Pavilion, where it awarded 1,036 degrees from associate to doctoral levels. With more than 600 nursing students graduating, the nursing degree was once again the highest number awarded among the university’s programs amid the local, regional and national nursing shortage. To address the urgent need for health care professionals during a national and 8 Norwood St. Everett (617) 387-9810 Open Tues. - Sat. at 4:00 PM Closed Sun. & Mon. Announcing our Classic Specials Dine In Only: * FREE Salad with purchase of Entree, Tuesdays & Wednesdays * Cheese Pizza - Only $10 Catch ALL The Live Sports Action On Our Large Screen TV’s Scan & Follow Us on Facebook! regional nursing shortage, Regis has graduated more than 3,700 nursing students in the past five years. With her approaching retirement on June 30, Antoinette Hays, PhD, RN, reflected on her 15 years as president in her final remarks to the graduating class. “I have had the privilege of witnessing you discover your voices and your purpose. Of working alongside dedicated faculty and staff who bring the Regis mission to life every day. I will always be grateful for the tenacity, compassion, and resilience of this incredible community. As we acknowledge your accomplishments today, whether it be an associate, bachelors, masters, or doctoral, know that it is an extraordinary achievement,” she said. Among those awarded honorary degrees, President Hays received one for her compassionate and visionary leadership. Kerry Kennedy, President of the Robert & Ethel Kennedy Human Rights Center, delivered the commencement address and received an honorary degree. “When President Hays asked me to speak today, I didn’t hesitate. With its Catholic roots and commitment to service, Regis holds a special place in my heart,” she said. “As you graduate, I encourage you to take some time to reflect on the lessons you learned at this uniquely ambitious experiment of a college and what you’d like to carry forward for the rest of your lives. The lessons you learned, the importance of teamwork, and most of all, building partnerships and community will make a profound difference.” Everett students who were awarded degrees are as follows: Jose Martinez Zepeda, Bria Monteiro and Krysonia Tavares received Nursing degrees; Sarai Velez received a Nuclear Medicine Technology degree. SNHU announces Spring 2026 President’s and Dean’s Lists I t was with great pleasure that Southern New Hampshire www.810bargrille.com University (SNHU) congratulated its students from Everett on being named to the Spring 2026 President’s and Dean’s Lists. Full-time undergraduate students who have earned a minimum grade-point average of 3.700 and above for the reporting term are named to the President’s List. Full-time status is achieved by earning 12 credits over each 16-week term or paired eight-week terms grouped in fall, winter/ spring and summer. The following Everett students made the President’s List: Gianna Morales, Tamara Moise, Glendy Flores and Victor Lopez. Fulltime undergraduate students who have earned a minimum grade-point average of 3.500 to 3.699 for the reporting term are named to the Dean’s List. The following Everett students made the Dean’s List: Kiara Taylor and Moises Arita. SNHU is a private, nonprofit, accredited institution with a 93-year history of educating traditional-age students and working adults. Now serving more than 200,000 learners worldwide, SNHU offers approximately 200 undergraduate, graduate and certificate programs, available online and on its 300-acre campus in Manchester, N.H. SNHU is committed to expanding access to high-quality, affordable pathways that meet the needs of each learner. Spring is Here! 10 Everett Ave., Everett 617-389-3839 Celebrating 67 Years in Business! n Roofing fng

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Page 4 THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, MAy 15, 2026 FIRST PLACE ESSAY: Sacrifi ces and Contribution of Immigrants By Shashi Pokhrel Everett High School I came to the United States from Nepal when I was fi ve years old. I did not understand what immigration meant, only that my world had changed overnight. I remember gripping my parents’ hands and feeling lost in a place where I could not understand a single word. English surrounded me, but none of it belonged to me yet. At school, I stayed quiet, afraid that speaking would expose how diff erent I was. That silence made me feel invisible, but it also shaped who I would become. Immigration deeply aff ect50 Lawrence A. Simeone Jr. Attorney-at-Law ~ Since 1989 ~ * Corporate Litigation * Criminal/Civil * MCAD * Zoning/Land Court * Wetlands Litigation * Workmen’s Compensation * Landlord/Tenant Litigation * Real Estate Law * Construction Litigation * Tax Lien * Personal Injury * Bankruptcy * Wrongful Death * Zoning/Permitting Litigation 300 Broadway, Suite 1, Revere * 781-286-1560 lsimeonejr@simeonelaw.net ed my school experience, both in diffi cult and beautiful ways. At fi rst, language separated me from others. I struggled in class, felt embarrassed asking for help, and watched friendships form without me. But slowly, school became a place where immigration showed its strength. I made friends from diff erent backgrounds who were patient with me, who shared their lunches, who invited me into games without needing words. Other cultural events, group projects, and everyday interactions taught me that diversity did not weaken our school community. It made it richer and more connected. At home, my family worked hard to keep our Nepali traditions alive. We spoke Nepali, celebrated Dashain and Tihar, cooked traditional food, and passed down values of respect and resilience. Holding onto our culture gave us comfort when everything else felt unfamiliar. Sharing these traditions with neighbors, classmates, and teachers helped others learn and brought people closer together. Immigration allowed cultures to exist side by side, benefi ting the entire community by creating understanding instead of fear. Being multilingual and multicultural became a strength I did not recognize at first. Learning English while holding onto my native language taught me empathy and patience. I learned how to navigate different worlds, how to listen deeply, and how to help others feel understood. In my community, multilingual families translate for one another, support schools, and make spaces more inclusive. These skills are powerful and necessary, especially in diverse communities like ours. My family’s immigration story is one of sacrifi ce and contribution. My parents came here seeking opportunity, not just for themselves but for me. They worked long hours, worried constantly, and carried the weight of responsibility on their shoulders. I helped translate documents, listened to adult conversations, and grew up faster than most kids. Despite the struggle, my family gave back by working, supporting neighbors, and raising children who want to contribute positively to society. There is also a fear that many immigrant families live with especially with what has been happening much more in the past few years; immigration enforcement. They can disrupt livelihoods, tear families apart, and create anxiety that spills into schools and neighborhoods. When parents are afraid to go to work or children are afraid to come home, entire communities suff er. Being labeled or treated diff erently based on where you come from or what you look like is deeply unfair. Having papers should not determine who deserves dignity. Immigration is not just a policy. It is my childhood, my school, my family, and my identity. It brought struggle, but it also brought strength, culture, language, and connection. My story is one of many that shows that immigration does not harm communities, it builds them. So, as one big community, let’s put in extra love and show how immigrants are not “aliens” who don’t deserve any respect or dignity. YOUR LOCAL NEWS & SPORTS IN SIX LANGUAGES. SUBSCRIBE TO THE ADVOCATE ONLINE BY SCANNING HERE!

THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, MAy 15, 2026 Page 5 Two EHS students earn Jon H. Poteat Scholarships from NTHS Special to Th e Advocate E verett High School seniors Danica Pham and Jonatan Vasquez Trochez have been awarded Jon H. Poteat Scholarships from the National Technical Honor Society (NTHS), a testament to their meaningful contributions to Everett High School’s Class of 2026. “Danica and Jonatan consistently exemplify the seven attributes of the NTHS — Skill, Honesty, Service, Responsibility, Scholarship, Citizenship, and Leadership,” said Superintendent of Schools William D. Hart. “We congratulate these excellent students and their families and thank the NTSH for helping them in the next step of their academic journeys.” Danica is a Marketing Career and Technical Education (CTE) student with a 4.4 grade-point average (GPA). She consistently demonstrates leadership, professionalism and a strong commitment to academics and the EHS community — as evidenced by her participation in several types of groups. Danica will attend Babson College to study business law and sports management. Jonatan is a Hospitality Management student with a 4.2 GPA. He is a dedicated and hardworking leader within his program, consistently serving as a positive role model ists to advocate for and empower all students to pursue the technical and academic skills needed to build their careers and a skilled global workforce. In partnership with student leadership organizations and industry partners, NTHS has awarded over $4 million in scholarships. YARD SALE SATURDAY, MAY 16, 9 AM - 2 PM 21 HIGH ST., EVERETT Tools, sneakers, clothes, home decor, electronics & More! Danica Pham Jonatan Vasquez for his peers. Jonatan is headed to UMass Lowell, where he plans to study mechanical engineering. Jon H. Poteat Scholarships ($1,000 each) honor the achievements of top CTE students who are NTHS members and plan to pursue professional certifi cation and/or advanced degrees. “Danica and Jonatan have made an incredible impact on their respective CTE programs through their leadership, work ethic, and commitment to excellence,” said EHS Director of Career and Technical Education Siobhan Araya. “I am so proud of the contributions they have made both inside and outside of the classroom. Their dedication to their academics, their peers, and their future goals truly embodies what Career and Technical Education is all about.” Since 1984, NTHS has been the honor society for CTE, serving high schools, career centers, community and technical colleges, and universities. Recognizing over 68,000 new members annually, NTHS exGerry D’Ambrosio Attorney-at-Law Is Your Estate in Order? Do you have an update Will, Health Care Proxy or Power of Attorney? If Not, Please Call for a Free Consultation. 14 Proctor Avenue, Revere (781) 284-5657 Checking that pays you $20 a month. It’s easy: Open a checking account and each month maintain an average balance of $5,000, make $1,500 in direct deposits, and complete three transactions of any kind.* *New checking account customers only.

Page 6 THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, MAy 15, 2026 LAWSUIT | FROM PAGE 1 association,” the complaint states. The lawsuit paints the removal as part of a broader political purge following the election, alleging Van Campen “has sought retribution against other employees of the City of Everett who supported former Mayor DeMaria.” Van Campen took office in January 2026 after a contentious campaign that marked a major political shift in Everett, a city north of Boston where DeMaria had served as mayor for nearly two decades. The lawsuit does not provide examples of alleged retaliation against other city employees, but it repeatedly characterizes the actions against Colameta as politically motivated. According to the complaint, tensions escalated in February when Christopher Connolly, identified as a mayoral assistant, called Colameta and informed him that Van Campen wanted his resignation from the housing authority. Colameta refused, the lawsuit says. “In response Mr. Connolly stated that Mayor Van Campen was willing to go to the City Council to have Mr. Colameta formally removed from his position,” the complaint alleges. Several weeks later, on March 3, Connolly allegedly left Colameta a voicemail asking “what was transpiring” regarding his position on the authority. Later that day, Colameta learned that Van Campen had placed an item on the City Council agenda requesting action to remove him from the board. The City Council voted on the matter during a March 9 meeting while Colameta was out of state and unable to attend, according to the filing. The complaint argues that the council meeting did not constitute the formal hearing required under Massachusetts law for removing a housing authority member. Instead, Colameta contends he was dismissed without written charges, advance notice or an opportunity to defend himself. Massachusetts General Laws Chapter 121B, Section 6 allows removal of housing authority members for “inefficiency, neglect of duty, or misconduct in office,” but only after written charges are provided at least 14 days before a hearing. The statute also guarantees the right to counsel and an opportunity to be heard. Colameta alleges none of those protections were provided. The complaint includes excerpts from the March 9 City Council discussion in which some councilors questioned whether the removal complied with state law. J& • Reliable Mowing Service • Spring & Fall Cleanups • Mulch & Edging • Sod or Seed Lawns • Shrub Planting & Trimming • Water & Sewer Repairs Joe Pierotti, Jr. City Councillor Anthony DiPierro, according to the filing, argued during the meeting that housing authority appointments are governed by state statute and that members can only be removed for specific causes after a formal hearing process. “This just really does not pass the smell test to me,” DiPierro said, according to the complaint. City Councillor Stephanie Rogers also allegedly opposed immediate removal because there was “no further information on why he’s being removed in the packet.” The lawsuit claims those comments demonstrate city officials understood the legal deficiencies surrounding Colameta’s dismissal. “It was obvious that whether other members of the City Council voted to approve the removal of Mr. Colameta or not, they all realized what was occurring, namely an act of retribution to punish a civil servant for his political opinions and his free speech,” the complaint states. Colameta says he discovered two letters from Van Campen upon returning to Massachusetts on March 10. One letter, dated March 3, requested his resignation effective March 9 and stated that if he failed to resign, the mayor “may petition the City Council to remove” him. S LANDSCAPE & MASONRY CO. 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Housing authorities in Massachusetts oversee public housing operations and affordable housing programs. Members are often appointed to fixed terms intended to provide continuity and insulation from political pressure. Colameta’s attorneys argue his position was not a policymaking role requiring political loyalty to the mayor. “In his position as a Member of the Everett Housing Authority, Mr. Colameta was not employed as a policymaker,” the complaint states. “Mr. Colameta was not significantly connected to policy making as a Member of the Everett Housing Authority.” That distinction is important because federal courts have recognized limited exceptions allowing elected officials to dismiss certain high-level policymaking employees for political reasons. Colameta argues no such exception applies in his case. The complaint alleges violations of the First and Fourteenth Amendments under federal civil rights law, specifically 42 U.S.C. Section 1983. It also asserts claims under the Massachusetts Civil Rights Act and accuses Van Campen individually of intentional interference with contractual or advantageous relations. Under the First Amendment claims, Colameta argues he engaged in protected political speech and association by campaigning for DeMaria and opposing Van Campen during the election. The lawsuit alleges that support was a “substantial and motivating factor” behind his removal. “The First Amendment right to association includes a right to be free of discharge in public employment merely because of political affiliation and political speech,” the complaint states. The Fourteenth Amendment claims focus on procedural due process. Colameta contends he had a property interest in completing his term on the housing authority and could not legally be removed without proper notice and hearing procedures. “Procedural due process under the Fourteenth Amendment requires notice, a neutral decision maker and an opportunity to be heard,” the lawsuit states. “Mr. Colameta had no notice, no neutral decision maker and no meaningful opportunity to be heard.” The complaint also accuses Everett of adopting or executing an unconstitutional policy through the actions of the mayor and City Council, arguing the city itself can be held liable because the alleged violations stemmed from decisions by top municipal policymakers. Colameta’s attorney, Mitchell J. Notis of Brookline, filed the lawsuit in federal court seeking a jury trial on all counts. The suit says Colameta suffered lost wages and benefits, emotional distress and a reduction in anticipated pension benefits as a result of the dismissal. The case could test the boundaries between political patronage and protected speech in local government appointments, particularly in the wake of hardfought municipal elections. Political dismissals in public employment have long been subject to constitutional scrutiny. The U.S. Supreme Court has ruled in several cases that government workers generally cannot be fired solely for political affiliation unless party loyalty is an appropriate requirement for the position. Colameta’s lawsuit argues his role on the housing authority was administrative and civic in nature rather than political. The filing repeatedly emphasizes his family’s longstanding involvement in Everett civic affairs and his history of service to residents seeking housing assistance. “Mr. Colameta served as a Member of the Everett Housing Authority to benefit members of the Everett community and to help them with their housing needs,” the complaint states. The lawsuit does not indicate LAWSUIT | SEE PAGE 7

THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, MAy 15, 2026 Page 7 ENCORE | FROM PAGE 1 they come here and get a reality check on how we feel,” he said. “It’s the only way we’ll get answers from them,” Ward 6 Councillor Peter Pietrantonio agreed. “They treat us like they own the city. Let’s hold their feet to the fire.” Data Center proposal discussed Another long-standing issue that came up was The Davis Companies’ proposal to build a data center in the Docklands Innovation District in the Commercial Triangle bordered by Lower Broadway, Revere Beach Parkway and the Mystic River. A data center is a facility that enables the internet by processing data. Email, web searches and virtually everything on the internet is processed by them. The Science Feedback website reports there are 9,000 in the world, but more are needed and planned. “Without them, our tightly interconnected civilization would not exist,” it explains. It also reports data centers need and use a lot of power, often drawn from local grids, including power needed for cooling. Up to one-third of the power needed may be for cooling. They can run on solar and wind power, but the inconsistency of LAWSUIT | FROM PAGE 6 whether Colameta has pursued any separate administrative remedies or state court challenges related to his removal. As of Monday, no response from the city or Van Campen had been included in court filings attached to the complaint. The defendants will have an opportunity to answer the allegations in federal court. If successful, Colameta could be reinstated to the housing authority board and awarded damages. The case also could prompt broader scrutiny of how municipalities handle appointments and removals following political transitions. For now, the lawsuit underscores lingering tensions from Everett’s 2025 mayoral race and raises questions about the intersection of local politics, public employment and constitutional protections. The complaint ultimately frames Colameta’s dismissal not as an isolated personnel dispute, those sources requires conventional sources of power as well. In Public Participation, Davis Companies’ chief development officer Mike Cantalupo and vice-president for development Ben Masselink tried to allay fears about the impact of such a facility and rebut proposed changes in zoning for the area to ban or limit them. “We know there are concerns and are prepared to impose some significant restrictions,” Cantalupo said. “We understand the need for controls and hope we can find a way to reach an agreement with the city to get to a workable solution.” Masselink added that a data center would be “essential in getting the kind of commercial uses everybody wants.” More specifically, Cantalupo said there are no plans to use the entire 5 million square feet in the area for data centers. Masselink suggested a 200,000 square foot cap, which he said is less than 5% of the area. Councillors and citizens have expressed concern about water use in discussion among the Councillors and during Public Participation at meetings. Data centers use water for cooling, the volume of which could increase water use rates for the residents ENCORE | SEE PAGE 8 but as a warning about political retaliation in municipal government. “The retaliatory termination of Mr. Colameta’s employment as a Member of the Everett Housing Authority,” the suit states, “constitutes interference through threats, intimidation or coercion.” In an email statement released by Mayor Robert Van Campen regarding the lawsuit, it read: “We’re grateful for Mr. Colameta’s years of service, but at this point I believe it’s in the best interest of the City of Everett and the Everett Housing Authority to create space for new representation. The work of the Housing Authority is critical to supporting some of our most vulnerable residents, and it’s important that the board continues to reflect strong engagement and a range of perspectives. Bringing in other qualified members of the community will help strengthen that work and maintain public confidence in the board’s role and responsibilities.” RECOGNITION | FROM PAGE 3 sity baseball team, coached by Brian Blumsack, also in his first season at the helm at Malden Catholic. Aaron’s brother Jared has been living for many years with a rare genetic condition called Sanfilippo syndrome. The rare neurodegenerative disease has taken away his ability to walk and speak, But, for many years, he has inspired others to run or walk in “Jared’s Run,” which is held in Everett. At the Malden Catholic game, this was another type of special recognition, as every member of the Malden Catholic Baseball team wore the specially made game jerseys, indicating their support for their teammate, Aaron, who also plays on the Lancer football team, and his brother. In addition to his brother Aaron, grateful for the show of support for Jared are the two brothers’ parents, Richard and Reia Connor. Richard Connor is a longtime Everett Police Officer and his wife is the owner of Phunk Phenomenon Dance Studio in Everett as well as a former New England Patriots cheerleader. For those with the disease, there is no cure and the life expectancy is 12 to 14 years old. Jared has been a marvel, having this year marked his 21st birthday. “Our team really got behind this cause to support our Lancer player Aaron Connor and his brother Jared, it was great to see,” said Coach Blumsack. “It is an excellent way for Aaron’s teammates to show their support. “Jared’s Run” is organized by Richard and Reia Connor and raises money for Sanfillipo syndrome research with the goal of giving kids like Jar#4 FOR JARED: The special Malden Catholic game jerseys against Bishop Fenwick with the “#4 Jared” patch. (Courtesy/ Gino Spadafora Photo) ed an edge in the fight. This year’s event is planned for Saturday, October 10, starting at the Everett Recreation Center across from Glendale Park at 10:00 a.m. The event is supported by the City of Everett, Everett Recreation and the Everett Police Department.

Page 8 THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, MAy 15, 2026 RESOLUTION | FROM PAGE 1 Barrett to present Webster School Principal Devon Abruzzese and her team a House Resolution in honor of their school’s being named a 2025 ESEA Distinguished School. The resolution, which was adopted by the House of Representatives in session, recognizes the honor received by the school for their achievements in education, including their success with English Language Learners. ESEA stands for the national Elementary and Secondary Education Act. “I am beyond proud of all our schools in Everett but particularly the Webster School for their awesome achievement,” said McGonagle. “Principal Abruzzese and her team do a fantastic job educating all our students, but especially those who may require more time and attention. It was an honor to join them in celebrating this incredible feat.” The Webster School received this national recognition in the category of “shows excellence in serving special populations of students.” The Webster School has approximately 351 students, of which 72% speak a language other than English at home and 48% are English language learners. Their curriculum and model support English language learners through integrated skills across the core content areas in different spaces of the classroom and school environment. “The City of Everett is incredibly proud of the Webster School for earning national recognition as a 2025 ESEA Distinguished School,” said Mayor Van Campen. “In a community where nearly half of our students are English Language Learners, this award highlights the excellence and dedication of our staff, families, and the Everett School Committee. We congratulate Principal Abruzzese, Superintendent Hart, and the entire Webster community for ensuring that every student in Everett, regardless of the language they speak at home, has the opportunity to achieve greatness.” “My thanks to Rep. McGonagle for formally recognizing this prestigious honor with a State House citation and making it an official part of the Commonwealth’s history,” said Superintendent Hart. “Thanks, as well, to the Department of Elementary and Secondary Education for nominating the Webster School for a Distinguished School honor in recognition of the tremendous work they are doing to boost student achievement.” Webster School Principal Devon Abruzzese pictured with Webster School staff. (Courtesy photo) ENCORE | FROM PAGE 7 because the volume of use will increase. In effect, residents could be subsidizing the data center by having to cover the cost of more water being used citywide. The idea of using non-potable or non-drinkable water would, theoretically, have less effect because most of the water used by residents is potable. Even water in toilets is technically potable, as is water used for watering lawns. Masselink countered that new technologies use less water than older technologies but still require potable water. He also said the facility would be at the east end of the site near railroad tracks in the area to minimize noise pollution. Feasibility Study for High School In other items, the members referred to a proposal to borrow $2 million for a High School Feasibility Study Project for the state School Building Authority (MSBA) to the Subcommittee on Ways and Means. “The proposed borrowing will fund the feasibility phase required by the MSBA, allowing the City to hire an Owner’s Project Manager (OPM) and an architectural/design team,” reads a May 5 communication to the Council from Mayor Robert Van Campen. “This project is necessary to determine the most cost-effective, educationally appropriate, and sustainable longterm solution for addressing the City’s high school facility needs, including overcrowding, aging infrastructure, and programmatic deficiencies. Approval of this borrowing authorization will allow the City to proceed with the MSBA-mandated feasibility process, remain on schedule within the MSBA pipeline and secure the professional services required to advance the project to the next phase. These services will support the development and evaluation of multiple options for the future of Everett High School, including addition/renovation scenarios and a potential new-build option. This phase includes educational visioning, site and building assessments, cost modeling, and the preparation of all documentation required by MSBA.” Other business A proposal to borrow $1,326,928.00 for the Chelsea Street Park renovation project was referred to the Planning Board to discuss the design. In a January 26 letter to the Council, Van Campen wrote, “The original funding assumptions were based on construction being completed in 2024-25. This request is based on a revised budget included in construction documents prepared by the City’s landscape designer SLR, dated December 2, 2025.”

THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, MAy 15, 2026 Page 9 ~ Everett Public Libraries Calendar of Events ~ May 18–23 Parlin Adult and Teens Parlin Book Group: Parlin Meeting Room and Zoom, Monday, May 18, at 6 p.m. (18+). Discuss Stephen Puleo’s “The Great Abolitionist”! Gaming Club: Parlin YA Room, Tuesdays and Thursdays at 3 p.m. Join us for board games and video games at the library! Bring your own or play what we have here — for ages 12 and up. Yarn Club: Parlin Fresco Room, Tuesdays 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! Parlin Children’s Lego Club: Parlin Children’s Room, Mondays 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, Wednesdays at 11 a.m. Join us for a fun-filled morning of singing and storytelling with Karen! Suggested ages: newborn to six. Creative Drama Class: Parlin Children’s Room, Wednesdays 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, Fridays 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. Recommended for children six and under. Friday Family Movie Night! Parlin Meeting Room, Friday, May 22, at 3 p.m., break out the popcorn! Come and watch a movie with your friends and family. Free, fresh popcorn will be served. Origami Club: Parlin Children’s Room, Saturday, May 23, at 12 p.m. Learn how to fold paper animals of all kinds! Open to all ages and abilities. Paper and instruction will be provided. Shute Adult and Teens Ready Player One Games: Shute Meeting Room, Wednesdays at 2:30 p.m. Level up your Wednesdays with our ultimate gaming hangout! Grab your friends and dive into fun Nintendo Switch and PlayStation games; whether you’re racing, battling or teaming up for co-op fun, there’s something for everyone. No registration required; recommended for ages 11 and up. This program will run every Wednesday from 2:30 to 4:30 p.m. unless otherwise noted on our online calendar. Shute Children’s Storytime at the Shute: ChilFor Advertising with Results, call The Advocate Newspapers at 617-387-2200 or Info@advocatenews.net dren’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! For Better or Verse — Poetry Club: Shute Memorial Library Meeting Room, every other Tuesday from 5:00-6:30 p.m. Maybe you love poetry; maybe you’re just curious about it. Maybe you’re looking for a creative outlet and want to meet some other creative people. Whatever your reason, and whatever your knowledge or skill level, come join the Shute Memorial Library’s Poetry Club, “For Better or Verse.” Read, write and share poetry and create some fun art projects that might inspire poetry. Recommended for ages nine to 13. Master Builders: Lego Freeplay: Children’s Room, Thursdays 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? Sherlock Holmes Day: Scavenger Hunt: Friday, May 22, Children’s Room. It is Sir Arthur Conan Doyle’s Birthday. To celebrate, we’ll use all of the skills of his most famous character, Sherlock Holmes, to solve a mystery by tracking down clues in the library. Stop by the Shute Children’s Desk for your first clue. Disguises are welcome. Children under six must be accompanied by an adult.

Page 10 THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, MAy 15, 2026 Are You Backyard Ready for Spring? Y our family yard is an extension of your home – providing a respite from stress, offering an outside entertainment area, expanding your living space, and giving kids and pests a safe place to play. Here are TurfMutt’s top tips! Take Stock of Tools: Do you need to replace your outdoor power equipment (lawn mower, leaf blower, trimmer, etc.?) Want to install a smart irrigation system? Plan now so you’re ready! Remember Wildlife and Pollinators: Nature starts at your back door. Grass, trees, shrubs, and flowering plants provide food and habitat for birds, small mammals and pollinators, plant accordingly. Plant for Kids and Pets: There are many species of turfgrass. Your local garden center or landscaper can help you identify what will work best. Plan for Fun: You might want an outdoor room fire pit, pergola, sandbox, outdoor furniture or a decorative water feature, furniture, or a decorative water feature. For more information visit www.turfmutt.com About the TurfMutt Foundation TurfMutt, which celebrated its 15th anniversary in 2024, was created by the Outdoor Power Equipment Institute’s (OPEI) TurfMutt Foundation and has reached more than 70 million children, educators and families since 2009. The Foundation is title sponsor of “Lucky Dog,” the Emmy Award-winning CBS broadcast television show in support of dog rescue and rehabilitation. Both TurfMutt spokesdogs have been rescue dogs, and Mutt Mulligan is a cast character on the show, where her “Mulligan Minute” segments teach viewers about the benefits of green space. In 2024, the Great Lawn at Louisville’s award-winning Waterfront Park on the Ohio River was renamed the TurfMutt Foundation Great Lawn as part of a $1 million sponsorship. Championed by Mulligan the TurfMutt, and through education partners such as Scholastic, Discovery, Weekly Reader, and the USBGC Global Learning Lab, TurfMutt has taught students and teachers how to “save the planet, one yard at a time.” TurfMutt has been an education resource at the U.S. Department of Education’s Green Ribbon Schools, the U.S. Department of Energy, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, Green Apple, the Center for Green Schools, the Outdoors Alliance for Kids, the National Energy Education Development (NEED) project, Climate Change Live, Petfinder and the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service. In 2017, the TurfMutt animated video series won the coveted Cynopsis Kids Imagination Award for Best Interstitial Series. More information at www.TurfMutt.com. BBB Eastern New England urges parents to help graduates navigate job scams, student loans, and financial independence As graduation season begins, families face new financial and emotional challenges G raduation season is a time of celebration for families across New England, but it also marks the beginning of major financial and life transitions for young adults entering today’s competitive job and housing markets. The Better Business Bureau (BBB) Eastern New England is encouraging parents to take an active role in helping graduates navigate student loans, employment searches, rental agreements and the growing number of scams targeting young adults. “As someone who speaks regularly at colleges across New England — and as a parent of college-aged children myself — I see firsthand how overwhelming this transition can feel for families,” said BBB Eastern New England’s Chief Marketing and Sales Officer, Paula Fleming. “Parents are trying to support their graduates emotionally and financially while also helping them avoid costly mistakes and scams.” According to BBB Scam Tracker data, scammers increasingly target recent graduates with the following: • Fake job offers • Student loan forgiveness scams • Rental listing fraud • Phishing texts and emails • Fake check scams tied to employment offers BBB Eastern New England recommends parents talk openly with graduates about: • Budgeting and financial planning • Understanding student loan repayment options • Verifying employers and apartment listings • Protecting personal and banking information • Building realistic expectations around today’s job market “Career paths are rarely linear anymore,” Fleming added. “Many graduates may need time to find the right opportuBBB SCAM TRACKER | SEE PAGE 11

THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, MAy 15, 2026 Page 11 North Shore Philharmonic Orchestra announces 3rd annual Children’s Concert Featuring the Premiere of “Ballad of Dick Whittington - A ‘Purr-fect’ Musical Adventure” T he North Shore Philharmonic Orchestra (NSPO) was thrilled to announce its third annual Children’s Concert, a family-friendly celebration of music and community. This year’s event takes place on Sunday, June 7, at First Baptist Church in Beverly and features conductor Marshunda Smith leading an afternoon of interactive musical discovery. The festivities kick off at 2:00 p.m. with a variety of preconcert activities. Children and their families are invited to explore the world of orchestral music hands-on at the popular “Instrument Petting Zoo,” where they can see, touch and try out different instruments. The preconcert hour will also feature interactive musical crafts and special prelude performances by talented local music students. At 3:00 p.m. NSPO will take the stage for the main event. The highlight of the program is the highly anticipated premiere of “Ballad of Dick Whittington - A ‘Purr-fect’ Musical Adventure” by local Danvers composer Charles Turner. This enchanting musical storytelling experience will bring the classic English folktale to life through the dynamic and expressive power of the symphony orchestra. Tickets are available now at www.nspo.org. About the North Shore PhilBBB SCAM TRACKER | FROM PAGE 10 nity, adjust financially, or even move back home temporarily. Parents can play an important role by offering guidance, encouragement, and practical support without trying to solve everything for them.” BBB also encourages families to watch for red flags tied to employment and housing scams, including the following: • Requests for upfront payments US DEA Public Safety Advisory Heightened Threat: Fentanyl Mixed with Emerging Synthetic Drugs T he United States continues to face an unprecedented and evolving drug threat driven by illicit fentanyl, which is increasingly mixed with a dangerous array of synthetic substances emerging in the illicit market. These combinations are making an already deadly drug supply even more unpredictable and lethal. Law enforcement and public health officials are seeing fentanyl combined with highly potent substances such as xylazine, nitazenes, cychlorphine, and medetomidine. Many of these substances are not approved for human use and are often undetectable to the user. Xylazine and medetomiConductor Marshunda Smith harmonic Orchestra: Founded in 1947, NSPO has spent nearly eight decades bringing the joy of music to the region. Under the artistic leadership of Music Director Robert Lehmann, the NSPO is dedicated to providing high-quality, accessible • Job offers without interviews • Apartment listings with unusually low rent • Pressure to act immediately • Requests to communicate outside official platforms Graduation season also creates emotional transitions for parents themselves, Fleming noted. “We spend years preparing our children for adulthood,” she said. “Graduation is not the end of parenting — it’s the beginning of a different kind of support. One built less on mansymphonic music to the communities of the North Shore. Comprised of dedicated volunteer musicians, the orchestra strives to enrich the cultural life of the region through diverse programming and educational outreach. aging and more on mentoring.” For resources to help young adults navigate careers, finances, housing and scams, visit BBB’s Young Adult Resource Center at https://www.bbb.org/ all/young-adult-resources. —This info is from BBB Eastern New England. The mission of BBB Eastern New England is to advance marketplace trust by setting standards for ethical business behavior, supporting consumers and helping businesses build trust with the public throughout the region. dine are used by veterinarians to sedate animals. Nitazenes and cychlorphine are potent, unregulated, synthetic opioids. New nitazenes tend to be introduced when regulatory actions, enforcement, and drug scheduling put pressure on existing analogues. DEA has reported 22 unique nitazenes compounds since 2020, 21 of which are listed as Schedule I controlled substances. Why This Matters: Extreme Potency: These emerging synthetic drugs can be significantly more powerful than fentanyl and greatly increase the risk of suffering a fatal overdose. Hidden Mixtures: These substances are frequently mixed into counterfeit pills or fentanyl powder without the user’s knowledge. Reduced Reversal Effectiveness: Drugs like xylazine and medetomidine are not opioids, meaning naloxone may not fully reverse their effects, complicating overdose response. Other synthetics, such as nitazenes and cychlorphine, might require several doses of naloxone to be effective. Severe Health Impacts: Xylazine has been linked to devastating soft tissue damage, infections, and prolonged sedation, while other synthetics can cause rapid respiratory depression and death. Public Safety Guidance: Never take a pill that wasn’t prescribed to you and dispensed by a licensed pharmacy. Assume all illicit drugs may contain fentanyl or other deadly additives. Carry naloxone and be trained in how to use it but understand it may not fully reverse all substances present. Call 911 immediately in any suspected drug poisoning or overdose. Time is critical. Stay informed and spread awareness. This threat is evolving rapidly. Today’s illicit drug supply is more dangerous, more deceptive, and more deadly than ever before. One pill, one try can kill. Public awareness and prevention are critical. For more information, visit DEA.gov/ fentanyl free and DEA.gov/ onepill.

Page 12 THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, MAy 15, 2026 Crimson Tide Sports Weekly Notebook Plenty of highlights from the diamonds to the courts By Joe McConnell Tide freshman hurlers Young, Foley shut down Chelsea T he youthful Crimson Tide baseball team (3-13) is coming of age as of late, and they were able to put it altogether on Monday, May 11, to beat the Red Devils at Chelsea’s Carter Park in a mercy rule-shortened game, 12-0. Second year coach Malik Love was thrilled to witness the progress of his freshman hurlers Nick Young (2 walks, 3 strikeouts) and Caden Foley (5 strikeouts), who combined to pitch two innings apiece to help secure the team’s third win of the year. “(Young and Foley) continue to gain confidence, while getting more comfortable playing on the varsity level,” said Love. The Everett offense banged out eight hits. Senior Charlie Govostes and junior Tyler Freni helped power the attack with one double apiece. Luke Wood, another freshman, chipped in with two singles. Juniors Anderson Santiago and Derek Soper, sophomore M.J. Guida and Young each singled once. “It was finally good to get back into the win column,” said Love. “We were able to capitalize on offense by playing situational baseball with players that have been making tremendous strides lately.” Love went on to say that he wants to see them put together positive results in the last four games of this season to go into next year feeling pretty good about themselves. The Tide was scheduled to face host Medford on May 13 after press deadline to close out this week. They will then begin the final week of the season on Monday, May 18, against Lynn Classical at Lynn’s Fraser Field, starting at 4 p.m., and will return home right away after the game to get ready to face visiting Somerville two days later at the same time. Non-league Lynn Tech will follow the Highlanders to Glendale for a Friday night game on May 22 at 6:30 p.m., which will complete the 2026 campaign. Tide softball beats up Chelsea to remain in the postseason hunt W ith two wins in its last five games, the Everett High school softball team (88) still controls its own destiny in terms of playing once again in the Division 1 state tournament. The Crimson Tide girls defeated Lynn English (27-12, May 6) and Chelsea (13-1, May 11). Both games were played at Glendale, and were halted in the fifth inning, because of the mercy rule. For the record, they lost to Sliding into home plate was MJ Guida during recent action against Malden. Revere (14-7, May 4) and Watertown (20-8, May 9) on the road, while Medford (16-1, May 12) defeated them at home. They have four regular season games left on the schedule against host Winthrop (May 14), Lynn Classical (May 18, 4 p.m., at Glendale), Somerville (May 20, 4 p.m. at Somerville’s Amanda Verteiro with the ball during recent action against Revere. (Advocate photo) Trum Field) and Cambridge (May 22, 4 p.m., at Glendale). Against Chelsea on Senior Day, Coach Stacy Schiavo’s team tore into the Red Devils early on to win this mercy rule game. “The girls came out with energy right away, and stayed aggressive at the plate all game long,” said Schiavo. “Juliette (Romboli) and McKenzie (Rivera) both belted huge home runs. We also had contributions up and down the lineup. Defensively, we made a lot of solid plays behind Victoria (Cutler), while also staying focused even with runners on base. Olivia (Dresser) made some big plays at shortstop, (Romboli) tracked down key fly balls in center and Kyleigh (Ridlon) made plays at first to help us get out of innings. Overall, it was a great win on a very special day for our seniors.” Cutler went all five innings in the circle, allowing five hits, seven walks and one earned run. She fanned one. The Red Devils scored their lone run of the game in the top half of the first inning. But Everett bounced right back to tie up the proceedings. when they came to the plate. Ridlon knocked in the run with a single. The Everett girls tacked on two more in the second. Bianca Moran-Leal led off with a walk. Rivera followed with a single. They moved up into scoring position on a passed ball, and scored on a double by Arianna Osorio-Bonilla. The Tide broke the game open with five in the third. Dresser was hit by a pitch to start the threat. Ridlon followed with a walk, before Romboli blasted a three-run shot. Moran-Leal kept the inning going with a single up the middle, paving the way for Rivera’s round tripper. In the fourth, Ridlon drew a one-out walk, and advanced to second on a passed ball. With two outs, Moran-Leal doubled home Ridlon. Rivera then drove her home with a double, as well. A short time later, Cutler singled in Rivera with the team’s 11th run. The home team closed things out in the fifth. Lindsey Sylva drew a walk to begin the final uprising. Dresser then reached on an error to second, before Ridlon walked to load the bases for Romboli, who produced the hit that drove home the final two runs of the game. Girls tennis dominates English, Classical in Lynn O n May 4, the girls tennis team (4-11) took on Somerville in a doubleheader at Tufts University, only to come up short in both matches. A scheduled matchup against host Lynn Classical two days later was postponed, because of rain. It was made up on May 12, with the Everett girls winning it, 4-1. Prior to that encounter, the Tide girls returned to Lynn to face the Lynn English Bulldogs on May 8, where they walked away with an impressive 5-0 win. “We played outstanding tennis against a solid English squad,” said coach Courtney Meninger. SPORTS | SEE PAGE 13

THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, MAy 15, 2026 Page 13 EHS Crimson Tide Softball Team Host Senior Night Everett softball head coach Stacy Schiavo stands with the 2026 seniors; Lindsey Sylva, Juliette Romboli, Victoria Cutler and assistant coach Bridget Cifuni. Senior Victoria Cutler stands with her parents, Marc and Maria Cutler, brothers Nicolas and Anthony and her cousin, Maria LoRusso. (Advocate Photos by Emily Harney) Senior Juliette Romboli stands with her Papa John Romboli, Giavana Bono and Jahkoby Gerard. Seniors, Juliette Romboli and Lindsey Sylva react to family and friends through the fence as they celebrated their senior night. SPORTS | FROM PAGE 12 Sophomore Abby Falkowski and senior Luna Sepulveda led the way, blanking their English foes, 6-0, 6-0 in second doubles. Junior Trina Le, playing second singles, also secured a win, 6-3, 6-1. Junior Brigitte Parada set the tone with a 6-0, 6-1 triumph in fi rst singles. Third singles player Thy Phanhang was credited with the Tide’s fourth win of the day, 6-2, 3-6, 7-4 in a tiebreaker. Juniors Sophia Hernandez and Lizzy Castro did likewise he Everett High School Crimson Tide softball team celebrated their seniors Monday night before taking on Chelsea. T in a thrilling second doubles match, 6-3, 5-7, 15-13 to complete the sweep. Everett closed out this week against Revere (May 13) and Peabody (May 14) after press deadline. The regular season will then come to an end on Monday, May 18, against nonleague Mystic Valley at Malden Catholic, starting at 4:30 p.m. Girls lacrosse heads down the home stretch T he girls lacrosse team (3-10) dropped its last four games to Revere (5-4, April 29), Saugus (18-1, May 4), Medford (172, May 5) and non-league Lowell (14-6, May 6). They have three games left on the regular season schedule against the likes of Malden (May 14), Revere (May 15, 4 p.m., at 7-Acres) and nonleague Mystic Valley (May 20, 4:30 p.m., at Malden Catholic). “It was a tough matchup against Revere,” said coach Nicola Jones. “We came out strong to take a 3-0 lead in the fi rst quarter, but Revere rallied to secure the close win.” Senior Lindsey Sylva stands with her parents, Tricia and Steven Sylva. Amanda Verteiro, Nicole Damaceno, Isabela Bicalho and senior Saline Duck netted the Everett goals. Duck’s goal was her fi rst career varsity marker. The Tide fell behind early against Saugus, and struggled to recover, according to Jones. “Despite the fi nal score, there were several highlights, including solid efforts from Nicole Damaceno, Amanda Verteiro, Isabela Bicalho, MariaJose Cardenas and Melissa Meireles,” added the veteran coach. “But the highlight of the day was Isabella Aguirre Jimenez scoring her fi rst varsity goal. It was certainly an exciting milestone achievement for the entire team.” The game against Medford was hard-fought. Damaceno and Verteiro accounted for the goals. Jones singled out the contributions of Lindsey Cherichel-Paul, Samantha Lemus and Allia Polynice. “All three players displayed much eff ort and determination (against the rival Mustangs),” the coach added.

Page 14 THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, MAy 15, 2026 Announcing the Winners of the 2026 Everett Public Libraries Poetry Contest DAWN OF INDEPENDENCE by Arielle Louis (Youth Category Winner) Independence It is not gained by sitting around waiting. It doesn’t come easily. Independence must be earned; it is both giving and taking. Lives lost, and hearts swallow in sorrow on the day we earned independence. Library Director Kevin Sheehan addresses the audience during the opening of the ceremony. On May 7th, 2026, the Parlin Memorial Library hosted the Awards Ceremony for this years’ contest, in which the three finalists from each of the three categories - youth, teen, and adult - were invited to recite their poems for the judges. The judging panel was composed of library staff, including the Parlin and Shute Children’s Librarians, Kristin McAuliffe and Valerie Terenzi respectively, Head of Circulation, Victoria Iannuzzi, and Library Director, Kevin Sheehan. “We were so pleased with the turnout for the contest, this being only the second year of resurrecting this annual tradition,” states Iannuzzi. The poetry contest has been a longstanding yearly competition hosted by the Everett Public Libraries, but was on hiatus for a few years as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic. “This year we decided to inspire our poets with a theme,” added Sheehan. He elaborated that “we wanted the community to ruminate on the 250th anniversary of our nation, so we provided the theme ‘250 Years of Independence’ as a suggestion to our local poets.” The evening was filled with thoughtful expression, which the crowd of onlooking parents, friends, and fellow poets took in with heartfelt tears of joy. With compelling messages and vivid lyricism, the finalists offered unique perspectives on the last 250 years of American history. After much deliberation, the judges concluded that the winners of the contest were Arielle Louis (youth category), Lee Walsh (teen category), and Paige Anderson (adult category). This year’s contest was generously sponsored by the Kiwanis Club of Everett, who provided cash prizes for the winners at the conclusion of the ceremony. The Everett Public Libraries would like to offer a special thanks to the Kiwanis Club for their support of this contest and for providing the refreshments for the evening; it is community advocates like the Kiwanis Club of Everett that allow for wonderful celebrations of artistic merit such as the Poetry Contest to continue to be a yearly tradition. Please read at right for the winning entries for each category of the competition: 250 years have passed, wow! It is amazing what people did for independence. So let us think, is independence just a word, or part of America? LORD, LET AMERICA BE AMERICA ONCE AGAIN by Lee Walsh (Teen Category Winner) I am American dreaming of the star spangled banners soaring in the sweltering heat of early July. I am singing Bruce Springsteen, lighting the grill, and I am praying. Lord, let America be America once again. Let the immigrants gaze upon lady liberty with hopeful eyes and hungry hearts. Let the mother’s prayers be answered, and return our soldiers safely to our homeland. I am American dreaming of prosperity, community and freedom. I am singing “this land is your land”, extending my hand, and praying. Lord let America be America once again. Let us crack open a cold one with the ones we love most. Let the war end, and the fireworks fly. Let the tables be overflowing with food, let no one go hungry. Paul’s midnight ride helped win us our freedom, and tonight we shall enjoy it. Lord, let us be free to love. Let us be free to enjoy all of these little liberties. 250 years of freedom lord let us see 250 more! ASSOCIATION by Paige Anderson (Adult Category Winner) The grains of sand stilled around the New Haven Harbor As African men, women, and children cried over their forced departure. The ripplets of water washed across the Ann Lee Pond As the Shakers announced that man and woman are equal under God. The stones stampeded down Blair Mountain As coal miners fought for their rights by the thousands. The branches broke under the weight of the Chicago snow As the police dealt the Black Panthers the final blow. The tufts of grass glowed on Sandhills The winners present their poems at the Poetry Awards Ceremony. As Standing Rock protestors stood in the way of the drills.

THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, MAy 15, 2026 Page 15 Sa Sa a Sa y Senior enior Sen by Jim Miller How to Prepare to Be an Executor of an Estate Dear Savvy Senior, My uncle recently asked me to be the executor of his will when he dies. I feel honored that he asked me, but I’ve never done this before and I’m not exactly sure what the job entails. What can you tell me about it? --Helpful Nephew Dear Helpful, Being named executor is indeed an honor. It shows your uncle trusts you. But it can also be a signifi cant responsibility, especially if his estate or family situation is complicated. Here’s a look at what the role involves so you can decide if it’s something you’re comfortable taking on. Executor Duties As executor, you’ll be responsible for settling your uncle’s affairs after his death. Depending on the estate, your duties may include: • Filing paperwork with the probate court to validate the will and officially open the estate. • Locating and taking inventory of all assets. • Paying outstanding bills, funeral expenses, and any taxes owed using estate funds. • Notifying banks, government agencies (including Social Security), credit card companies, and the post office of his death. • Preparing and fi ling his fi nal income tax return. • Distributing remaining assets to the benefi ciaries named in the will. Keep in mind that executor responsibilities and deadlines vary by state. Most state bar association websites off er probate guides or checklists that outline the rules where you live. Get Organized If you agree to serve, one of the best things you can do now is help your uncle get organized. Make sure his will is up to date and fi nd out where important documents are stored – such as deeds, fi nancial account statements, insurance policies, passwords, and contact information for advisors. Having quick access to these items will save you time and stress later. If the estate is complex, you don’t have to handle everything alone. An estate attorney or tax professional can guide you through the process, and their fees are typically paid by the estate. To fi nd qualifi ed help, you can search directories at the National Association of Estate Planners & Councils (naepc.org) and the National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys (naela.org). Prevent Family Confl icts One of the biggest challenges executors face is family tension. Ask your uncle to clearly communicate his wishes to benefi - ciaries ahead of time, including who will receive personal belongings and family heirlooms. Wills often leave these decisions to the executor, which can create unnecessary friction. If he hasn’t already, suggest he create a written list outlining how personal property should be distributed. Clarity now can prevent confl ict later. Executor Fees Executors are generally entitled to compensation, which is paid by the estate. In many states, fees are based on a percentage of the estate’s value, often ranging from 1 to 5 percent, depending on size and complexity. However, if you’re also a benefi ciary, you may choose to waive the fee. Executor compensation is taxable income, while inheritances typically are not subject to income tax. If you’d like a step-by-step resource to guide you through the process, “The Executor’s Guide: Settling a Loved One’s Estate or Trust,” from Nolo, is a helpful reference and costs about $32 at nolo.com. Serving as executor can be time-consuming, but with good organization and clear communication, it’s a manageable responsibility, and a meaningful way to honor your uncle’s trust. 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Charlotte was employed as a special education paraprofessional with the Everett Public Schools for 29 years most at the Lafayette School. Charlotte is survived by her husband Tom and her children Thomas DiNapoli Jr. and his wife Donna of Peabody, Cynthia DiNapoli of Everett, Lauri DiNapoli-Stickney and her husband Scott of Everett, and Jennifer DiOrio and her husband Kevin of Peabody. She was the beloved grandmother to Matthew, Joshua, Allison, and Gianna. She was pre-deOBITUARIES ceased by her parents Frank and Margaret Williams and her two brothers James McCabe and George Patrick McCabe. Visitation was held on Thursday, May 14, from the Salvatore Rocco & Sons Funeral Home, Everett. Funeral Service will be held at the funeral home on Friday, May 15, at 8:45 AM followed by a mass at 10:00 AM in the Immaculate Conception Church, Broadway, Everett. Burial at 11:30 AM in the Woodlawn Cemetery, 302 Elm Street, Everett. 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Page 16 THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, MAy 15, 2026 Beacon Hill Roll Call Volume 51 - Report No.19 May 4-8, 2026 By Bob Katzen T HE HOUSE AND SENATE: Beacon Hill Roll Call records local senators’ votes on roll calls from the week of May 4-8. There were no roll calls in the House last week. THE “PROTECT ACT” (S 3072) – Senate 37-3, approved its own version of the PROTECT Act that supporters said would establish statewide standards governing interactions between state and local law enforcement and federal immigration enforcement. The House has already approved its own version of the measure and a House-Senate conference committee will eventually hammer out a compromise version. Provisions include prohibiting state and local law enforcement from stopping, questioning or targeting individuals based solely on immigration or citizenship status; prohibiting warrantless civil immigration arrests in sensitive locations such as schools, childcare centers, hospitals, houses of worship and state courthouses; strengthening protections for immigrants who are victims or witnesses of crimes, including trafficking victims and expediting visa processes so they can safely assist law enforcement and prosecutors; blocking unauthorized deployment of other states’ National City of Everett PLANNING BOARD 484 BROADWAY EVERETT, MA 02149 Frederick Cafasso- Chairman Type of Person Needed: LEGAL NOTICE EVERETT PLANNING BOARD PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE PUBLIC HEARING FOR PROPOSED ZONING ORDINANCE AMENDMENT TO SECTION 2 – “DEFINITIONS” – AND TO CREATE A NEW SECTION 38 – “DATA CENTERS” – WITHIN THE CITY OF EVERETT ZONING ORDINANCE In accordance with M.G.L. Chapter 40A and Section 12 of the City of Everett Zoning Ordinance (Revised Ordinances, Appendix A), the Everett Planning Board shall conduct the required public hearing for a submitted zoning ordinance amendment. Said public hearing shall be held during a regular meeting of the Planning Board, scheduled on Monday, June 1st, 2026 at 6:00PM in the Speaker George Keverian Room at Everett City Hall, Third Floor, 484 Broadway, Everett, MA 02149. At said meeting, the public shall be allowed to speak on the proposed amendment to the City of Everett’s Zoning Ordinance, which contemplates to amend Section 2 (“Definitions”), creating definitions for Computer Room, Data Center, Data Center (Small), and Data Center (Large), as well as creating a new Section 38 entitled “Data Centers”. A copy of the proposed zoning amendment is 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/ Planning-Board 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 the virtual hearing designated above in accordance with the information for public participation that will be included on the Agenda of the meeting that will be posted in accordance with the Open Meeting Law under Planning Board at: 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. 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Perform light duty mechanical preventive duties, including Fleet preventive maintenance. * State Inspection Services * Miscellaneous shop duties Requirements: * Valid driver’s license with good driving history * Possess or pass the required State Inspector License Hours: Tuesday through Friday, 8:30 AM to 5:30 PM Saturday 8:00 AM to 3:00 PM * Rate will be based on experience Contact: Ed Hyde or David Morovitz Call: 781-322-9401 Email: ehyde@maldentrans.com Website: www.maldentrans.com Guards into Massachusetts; and allowing parents facing detention or deportation to pre-arrange guardianship for their children. “The PROTECT Act is comprehensive legislation that defends the values enshrined in the Massachusetts Constitution, particularly equal protection under the law for all,” said Sen. Cindy Friedman (D-Arlington). “This bill will increase protections for our residents, spells out plainly and clearly that Massachusetts law enforcement officers are not responsible for aiding civil immigration enforcement, and importantly, stands up for our immigrant community in the face of an adversarial federal government.” “My parents came to Lawrence with very little and gave everything they had to this community,” said Sen. Pavel Payano (D-Lawrence). “That same story is being lived by immigrant families across our Gateway Cities today. They are our neighbors, our teachers, our health care workers, our small business owners. The people who keep Massachusetts moving.” Payano continued, “The PROTECT Act makes clear that no matter what happens in Washington, Massachusetts will not allow our institutions or our communities to be weaponized against the people who helped build them. Today we made clear whose side we are on. This is an important step forward, but the fi ght to protect dignity and basic humanity is far from over.” Sen. Adam Gomez (D-Springfi eld) said, “When the Federal government fails to protect our communities, and starts attacking our immigrant neighbors, we stand up in Massachusetts for what is just and right. To those immigrant families forced now to live in fear we tell them: We are standing with you. You are not alone. Fear will not win. We will keep leading and protecting our neighbors from any kind of abuse. Hate doesn’t have a place in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts.” Sen. Ryan Fattman (R-Sutton) who voted against the bill, said that while he supports the underlying premise of the legislation, he voted “No” because he vehemently objects to a provision that prohibits local and state law enforcement from working with federal law enforcement to apprehend dangerous felons accused of committing violent crimes. The only two other senators who voted against the bill, Sens. Peter Durant (R-Spencer) and Kelly Dooner (R-Taunton), did not respond to repeated requests from Beacon Hill Roll Call asking them why they voted against the bill, nor did they speak out against the bill during Senate debate on it. (A “Yes” vote is for the bill. A “No” BEACON | SEE PAGE 17 ~ HELP WANTED ~

THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, MAy 15, 2026 Page 17 BEACON | FROM PAGE 16 vote is against it.) Sen. Sal DiDomenico Yes GET OPINION OF SUPREME JUDICIAL COURT (S 3083) – Senate 5-35, rejected a motion to suspend Senate rules to allow the Senate to seek the Supreme Judicial Court’s (SJC’s) opinion on the constitutionality of three provisions in the PROTECT bill. Supporters of rule suspension said there are serious questions as to whether the bill is constitutional. They argued the Senate should seek this opinion instead of just continuing consideration of the measure. Opponents of rule suspension said that this bill was crafted carefully and that they are confident the bill is constitutional. They also argued that a final version of the bill has not yet passed and the SJC will not likely respond because it has ruled in the past it cannot rule on something that has not been given final approval. (A “Yes” vote is for suspending rules to allow the Senate to seek the SJC’s opinion. A “No” vote is against suspending the rules.) Sen. Sal DiDomenico No ALLOW SOME WORKING RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN LOCAL, STATE AND FEDERAL ENFORCEMENT OFFICERS (S 3072) – Senate 10-29, rejected an amendment to a section of the bill that prohibits local and state police from participating in civil federal immigration enforcement. The amendment would allow limited cooperation between local, state and federal law enforcement agencies only in cases involving individuals convicted of serious crimes under state and federal law such as rape, murder and human trafficking. Under the amendment, Massachusetts law enforcement agencies would be allowed to continue honoring federal immigration detainer requests only for these violent, convicted felons. “I cannot support hindering the ability of our state and local law enforcement to make our communities safer by barring them from working with federal law enforcement to apprehend dangerous felons accused of committing some of the most heinous crimes,” said amendment sponsor Sen. Ryan Fattman (R-Sutton). He noted that his amendment would only apply to the “worst of the worst.” Sen. Cindy Friedman (D-Arlington) said that if someone’s been convicted of a felony and been sentenced to a Department of Correction (DOC) facility, that person will already be subjected to DOC’s 287g agreement which allows authorizing U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) to delegate state and local law enforcement officers the authority to perform specified immigration officer functions under ICE’s direction and oversight. She noted that the bill allows DOC to continue this agreement beyond just transporting that person to ICE and deputizes a staff member at the DOC to act as an ICE agent. She argued that the state already participates in a significant amount of immigration enforcement when it comes to those who have committed to selling felonies. “While it is my understanding that the unamended PROTECT Act allows law enforcement cooperation with federal officials when serious crimes are being investigated, I voted in favor of [this] amendment out of an abundance of caution,” said Sen. Michael Moore (D-Millbury). (A “Yes” vote is for the amendment that would allow limited cooperation between local, state and federal law enforcement agencies only in cases involving individuals convicted of serious crimes. A “No” vote is against the amendment.) Sen. Sal DiDomenico No ALSO UP ON BEACON HILL LEGISLATIVE STIPENDS – The initiative petition to reform the system under which lawmakers receive extra pay for serving in a leadership position and as committee chairs will not proceed to the ballot following the Supreme Judicial Court’s opinion that it is unconstitutional, according to Assistant Attorney General Anne Sterman who sent a letter to Secretary of State Bill Galvin last week saying the measure “may proceed no further.” Ironically in August, Attorney General Andrea Campbell’s office originally certified the measure as eligible for the ballot, but the letter nixes the proposal in light of the court opinion. The advisory opinion was sought by ~ LEGAL NOTICE ~ NOTICE OF MORTGAGEE’S SALE OF REAL ESTATE By virtue and in execution of the Power of Sale contained in a certain mortgage given by 126 Central Ave LLC, to Raymond C. Green Funding, LLC, and RCG Companies, LLC, dated December 6, 2024, and recorded at the Middlesex County (Southern District) Registry of Deeds in Book 83556, Page 300, of which mortgage the undersigned together is the present holder, for breach of the conditions of said mortgage and for the purpose of foreclosing the same will be sold at Public Auction, at 1:00 P.M. on the 2nd day of June 2026, at 126 Central Avenue, Everett, MA 02149, all and singular the premises described in said mortgage, To wit: 126 Central Avenue, Everett, Massachusetts The land in Everett, Massachusetts with the buildings thereon known and numbered 126 Central Avenue, bounded and described as follows: Beginning at a point on the Northerly side of Central Avenue at land now or formerly of Goodwin and running Southwesterly by said Avenue 42 feet; Thence turning and running Northwesterly in a straight line by land now or formerly of McDonald 157 feet; Thence turning and running Northeasterly by land now or formerly of August E. Scott 42 feet to said Goodwin’s land; Thence turning and running Southeasterly by said Goodwin’s land about 157 feet to the point of beginning. Containing 6,594 square feet more or less. For title, see Deed of Stephen P. Merrill and Diane T. Merrill of even delivery and duly recorded in the Middlesex South District Registry of Deeds. Premises to be sold and conveyed subject to and with the benefit of all rights, rights of way, restrictions, easements, covenants, liens or claims in the nature of liens, improvements, public assessments, any and all unpaid taxes, tax titles, tax liens, water and sewer liens and any other municipal assessments or liens or existing encumbrances of record which are in force and are applicable, having priority over said mortgage, whether or not reference to such restrictions, easements, improvements, liens or encumbrances is made in the deed. Terms of sale: A deposit of twenty thousand dollars ($20,000.00) by certified or bank check will be required to be paid by the purchaser at the time and place of sale. The balance is to be paid by wire transfer to Ligris + Associates, PC, 1188 Centre Street, 2nd Floor, Newton, MA 02459 on or before thirty (30) days from the date of sale. Deed will be provided to purchaser for recording upon receipt in full of the purchase price. In the event of an error in this publication, the description of the premises contained in said mortgage shall control. Other terms, if any, to be announced at the sale. Raymond C. Green Funding, LLC, and RCG Companies, LLC, Present holder of said mortgage, By its Attorneys, Ligris + Associates, PC 1188 Centre Street Newton Center, MA 02459 (617) 274-1500 FC – 126 Central Ave LLC – Notice of Sale May 08, 15, 22, 2026 the State Senate which opposes the measure. The high court’s justices wrote last week that the proposal is unconstitutional because it is in fact a Senate rules change, not a law change, seeking to impose reforms to the Legislature’s internal proceedings. “As you know, in August 2025, the Attorney General’s Office certified the petition as being in proper form for submission to the people according to the process set forth in the Constitution,” read the letter BEACON | SEE PAGE 18

Page 18 THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, MAy 15, 2026 BEACON | FROM PAGE 17 from Sterman. “But that certification was proper only to the extent the petition proposed a law, rather than a legislative rule.” The Legislative Effectiveness and Accountability Partnership, the sponsor of the possible ballot question, had filed 96,797 signatures (only 74,754 are needed) as a step in getting the question on the 2026 ballot for voters to decide. It contends that the legislative leadership uses stipends to deliver millions of dollars to favored legislators and calls the money “loyalty pay” intended to bind lawmakers to the wishes of leadership. All 40 senators and 108 of 160 representatives receive an additional stipend, above their $82,046 base salary, for their positions in the Democratic and Republican leadership, as committee chairs, vice chairs and the ranking Republican on some committees. The current Senate stipends range from $30,207 to $119,631 while the House ones range from $7,776. to $119,631. All of the positions are appointed by either the Senate President, House Speaker, Senate Minority Leader or House Minority Leader. The proposal first went to the Legislature which had until May 6 to act on it but obviously did not do so. Under state law, if the Legislature takes no action, proponents ~ LEGAL NOTICE ~ NOTICE OF MORTGAGEE’S SALE OF REAL ESTATE Premises: 24 Corey Street, Unit 201, Everett, Massachusetts By virtue and in execution of the Power of Sale contained in a certain mortgage given by Abdirahman Gulled to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. (“MERS”), as mortgagee, as nominee for Residential Mortgage Services, Inc its successors and assigns and now held by Rocket Mortgage LLC s/b/m Nationstar Mortgage LLC, said mortgage dated June 2, 2021, and recorded in the Middlesex County (Southern District) Registry of Deeds in Book 77921, Page 389, as affected by an Assignment of Mortgage dated February 2, 2024, and recorded in the Middlesex County (Southern District) Registry of Deeds in Book 82480, Page 9, of which mortgage the undersigned is the present holder, for breach of the conditions in said mortgage and for the purpose of foreclosing the same will be sold at Public Auction on June 5, 2026 at 10:00 AM Local Time upon the premises, all and singular the premises described in said mortgage, to wit: The “Unit” known as Unit No. 201, having a post office address of 24 Corey Street, Unit 201, Everett, Massachusetts, in a condominium known as the Seville Place Condominium and established pursuant to Massachusetts General Laws, Chapter 183A, as amended, by Master Deed dated 6/22/1988 and recorded with Middlesex South Registry of Deeds in Book 19141 Page 88. Together with an undivided interest in the common areas and facilities of said Condominium and together with the rights, if any, to exclusive use of the common areas and facilities of said Condominium as more fully set forth in the aforesaid Master Deed and the Unit Deed. Together with the benefit of, and subject to, the easements, restrictions, conditions, rights and obligations set forth or referred to in said Master Deed, Unit Deed and provisions of the Seville Place Condominium Declaration of Trust, its by-laws and Rules and Regulations, recorded with said Registry of Deeds, as the same may from time to time be amended by instruments of record. The description of the property contained in the mortgage shall control in the event of a typographical error in this publication. For Mortgagor’s Title see deed dated June 2, 2021, and recorded in the Middlesex County (Southern District) Registry of Deeds in Book 77921, Page 386. Said Unit will be conveyed together with an undivided percentage interest in the Common Elements of said Condominium appurtenant to said Unit and together with all rights, easements, covenants and agreements as contained and referred to in the Declaration of Condominium, as amended. TERMS OF SALE: Said premises will be sold and conveyed subject to all liens, encumbrances, unpaid taxes, tax titles, municipal liens and assessments, if any, which take precedence over the said mortgage above described. TEN THOUSAND ($10,000.00) Dollars of the purchase price must be paid by a certified check, bank treasurer’s or cashier’s check at the time and place of the sale by the purchaser. The balance of the purchase price shall be paid by a certified check, bank treasurer’s or cashier’s check within forty-five (45) days after the date of sale. Other terms to be announced at the sale. Marinosci Law Group, P.C. 275 West Natick Road, Suite 500 Warwick, RI 02886 Attorney for Rocket Mortgage LLC s/b/m Nationstar Mortgage LLC Present Holder of the Mortgage Telephone: (401) 234-9200 MLG File No.: 24-06656 May 08, 15, 22, 2026 must gather another 12,429 signatures by July 1, in order for the question to appear on the November 2026 ballot. The group was ready to collect the additional signatures but Secretary of State Bill Galvin’s office said it can only provide petitions if an initiative is certified by the attorney general. “Given this letter, and [the attorney general’s] view that the petition is not properly certified, we have notified the petitioners that we will not be able to provide them with additional petitions,” Galvin spokesperson Deb O’Malley said. The Legislative Effectiveness and Accountability Partnership said it is “committed to return in 2028 with a ballot question to eliminate stipends altogether,” calling the events “the Legislature’s backdoor maneuver” to block voters from voting on stipend reform. In a press release, the group said that the infrequently used step the Senate took to request the advisory opinion from the justices is a “short-circuit maneuver [that] is only available to the Legislature.” “The opinion that came back is, by the justices’ own description, advisory and non-binding,” continued the release. “It is not a ruling. It is not a final decision. But it is now being used as the legal cover to silence the voices of the voters,” continued the release. The group’s treasurer Jennifer Nassour said in the release that this “backdoor maneuver should alarm voters across the political spectrum.” “The Legislature has now demonstrated, in real time and in front of the entire commonwealth, exactly why this reform is needed,” said John Lippitt, the group’s chair. “We are going to keep fighting until this question reaches the voters where it belongs. The next question will not be how to reform the stipend system, it will be to end it. We would have preferred reform. The Legislature has forced us to move to eliminate it.” “FOREIGN” SOCIAL SECURITY (H 260) – The Revenue Committee held a hearing on legislation that would extend the state tax treatment currently applied to Social Security income to public retirement income earned abroad. Under current law, Social Security benefits are exempt from state taxation, but foreign public pensions are not. Co-sponsors Rep. Lindsay Sabadosa (D-Northampton) and Sen. Jo Comerford (D-Northampton) said they filed this bill to correct an inequity affecting a small but distinct group of retirees. “Some individuals spent a portion of their careers working abroad, during which time they contributed to a foreign public retirement system rather than U.S. Social Security,” said the pair. “Upon retiring in Massachusetts, they receive no Social BEACON | SEE PAGE 19

THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, MAy 15, 2026 Page 19 REAL ESTATE TRANSAC TIONS Copyrighted material previously published in Banker & Tradesman/The Commercial Record, a weekly trade newspaper. It is reprinted with permission from the publisher, The Warren Group. For a searchable database of real estate transactions and property information visit: www.thewarrengroup.com. BUYER1 Fedor, Jean Claude BUYER2 Boesch-Angel, Jordan A Munoz, Elisa Campos, Oscar G Curtin, Adrian BEACON | FROM PAGE 18 Security credit for those years and must rely on their foreign pension to fill that gap. Taxing this income at the state level diminishes what retirees need to live with dignity and peace.” SAFETY IN SCHOOLS (H 5157) – The Education Committee held a hearing on a proposal that supporters said would provide support for school districts that want to develop more holistic safety practices that do not rely on school-based policing and clarify the parameters for appropriate use of police powers in schools. The bill would create grants for school safety models like Oakland’s “peacekeeper” program; clarify boundaries on what conduct should be addressed by school resource officers; promote de-escalation and anti-bias techniques; and establish data-driven accountability measures. Rep. Lindsay Sabadosa said she filed the bill because every student deserves to feel safe and supported in their school. She said that too often, students of color bear the brunt of school policing, facing disciplinary interventions that their peers do not. She noted the bill creates accountability, clarifies the role of law enforcement in schools and sets up a mechanism to invest in proven alternatives that ensure that all students will be treated with dignity. THE “ENOUGH” FUND (S 3022) – The Committee on Community Development and Small Businesses held a hearing on legislation that would establish the ENOUGH Fund, a statewide initiative to support comprehensive, community driven strategies that reduce poverty in distressed neighborhoods. The program aligns housing, education, health, workforce and social services to improve long term outcomes for children and families. The fund would be administered Campos, Andres G Vasquez, Eli Fedor, Dontornia SELLER1 S T &T Realty LLC Oscar & Sophia Campos Inter Campos, Oscar Curtin, Jared G Hercules, Mauricio A by the Executive Office of Housing and Livable Communities and could receive state and private funds. “The Harlem Children’s Zone [in New York City] is a striking example of community, government and philanthropy working in unison to radically improve thousands of people’s lives for the better and it was inspiring to visit and learn about this seminal project with my Chelsea colleagues,” said sponsor Sen. Sal DiDomenico (D-Everett). “I am proud and excited to bring this innovative framework here to help combat poverty in my district and all over the commonwealth. The reason an initiative like this works is because they include holistic and community-driven programs that address the root causes of poverty and offer wrap-around high-quality services across every aspect of life from education to health care to childcare to community building and so much more.” OFFICIAL STATE CRUSTACEAN (H 5335) – The Committee on State Administration and Regulatory Oversight will hold a hearing on May 20th on a bill that would make the American lobster the official state crustacean. “I filed this bill with Sen. Patrick O’Connor to celebrate a significant sector of the state’s blue economy, our historic maritime culture and uplift a sustainable fishery,” said co-sponsor Rep. Joan Meschino (D-Hull). “We were happy to file the bill in partnership with the Massachusetts Lobstermen Association.” “[The bill] recognizes the maritime heritage of Massachusetts and the hardworking fishing communities that have shaped our coastal economy for generations,” said co-sponsor Sen. Patrick O’Connor (R-Weymouth). “Specifically in the district that I represent on the South Shore, I have long worked with members of the lobstering industry, and experienced first-hand the vital role Hercules, Rosa I Tejada De lobstermen/women have in supporting local jobs, small businesses and our broader seafood economy. Recognizing the lobster here is about honoring our own history, our fishermen and the dynamic cultural and economic impact of this species here.” HOW LONG WAS LAST WEEK’S SESSION? Beacon Hill Roll Call tracks the length of time that the House and Senate were in session each week. Many legislators say that legislative sessions are only one aspect of the Legislature’s job and that a lot of important work is done outside of the House and Senate chambers. They note that their jobs also involve committee work, research, constituent work and other matters that are important to their districts. Critics say that the Legislature does not meet regularly or long enough to debate and vote in public view on the thousands of pieces of legislation that have been filed. They note that the infrequency and brief length of sessions are misguided and lead to irresponsible late-night sessions and a mad rush to act on dozens of bills in the days immediately preceding the end of an annual session. During the week of May 4-8, the House met for a total of 43 minutes and the Senate met for a total of ten hours and 32 minutes. Mon. May 4 House11:00 a.m. to 11:23 a.m. Senate 11:12 a.m. to 1:59 p.m. Tues. May 5 SELLER2 ADDRESS 15-17 Jones St 65 Nichols St 74 Everett St 44 Walnut St No House session. No Senate session. Wed. May 6 No House session. No Senate session. Thurs. May 7 House11:01 a.m. to 11:21 a.m. Senate 11:07 a.m. to 6:52 p.m. Fri. May 8 No House session. No Senate session. CITY Everett Everett Everett Everett DATE 04.23.26 04.23.26 04.22.26 04.21.26 PRICE 450000 735000 650000 765000 Bob Katzen welcomes feedback at bob@beaconhillrollcall.com Bob founded Beacon Hill Roll Call in 975 and was inducted into the New England Newspaper and Press Association (NENPA) Hall of Fame in 2019. Copyright © 2026 Beacon Hill Roll Call. All Rights Reserved. ANYONE CAN SAY THEY CAN FIX IT, ONLY WE GUARANTEE IT...FOR LIFE! • Basement Waterproofi ng • Foundation Repair • Crawl Space Repair SCHEDULE YOUR FREE INSPECTION: (866) 235-9404 * Certain terms and conditions apply. Ask your Foundation Specialist for details. LIC. 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