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EVT EVE ER T D Vol. 34, No.24 -FREET www.advocatenews.net Congratulations EHS Class of 2025! ADVOCATOCTE Free Every Friday 617-387-2200 Friday, June 13, 2025 Everett High School Graduates the Class of 2025 Graduate Adin Pezo receives his diploma from Mayor Carlo DeMaria. THE SKY’S THE LIMIT: Graduates of the Class of 2025 celebrate as their graduation ceremony comes to a close by tossing their caps into the air at Veterans Memorial Stadium last week. See inside for the Class of 2025 list of graduates, photo highlights and more. (Advocate photos by Emily Harney) Everett Election 2025 Here’s an updated list of candidates By Neil Zolot 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 ith the 2025 elections fast approaching, a number of candidates have already pulled papers for collecting signatures. The deadline to return them is Wednesday, July 16, exactly two months to the day before the primary is scheduled to be held on Tuesday, Sept. 16, followed by the General Elections on Nov. 4. All eyes will be on the mayW or’s race this year. Carlo DeMaria, who has been Everett’s leader since 2007, is once again running for reelection. Current Ward 5 Councillor Robert Van Campen will, unoffi cially, be challenging him in the mayor’s race. “It is likely I will pull papers to run for mayor on Thursday, June 12,” Van Campen told The Advocate before press deadline. “I won’t run to denigrate what anyone has done, but to bring change to how things are done. I’ve heard from a lot of residents who would supELECTION 2025 | SEE PAGE 23

Page 2 THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, JunE 13, 2025 City Council votes to approve Sofia TIF agreement following delays B By Neil Zolot y a vote of 8 to 3, the City Council approved a 14year Tax Increment Financing (TIF) agreement with developers Fulcrum Global Investors, now using the name The Sofia 380 Second Street Limited Liability Company, for a planned 620 unit/21-story mixed-use building on the site of a long unused structure that once housed an auto-find company, a Brazilian church and a lift truck service, at their meeting Monday, June 9. “I’m glad it passed,” Mayor Carlo DeMaria said after the meeting. “This is important and will set the tone for Second Street.” “It’s a positive thing,” Ward 1 Councillor Wayne Matewsky, in whose Ward the site is located, added. The TIF was a subject of discussion at Council meetings on May 19 and 27. Developers made concessions at each, including paying $2 million directly into the City of Everett’s Affordable Housing Trust Fund, making provisions for local High School students to participate in job fairs and apprenticeship programs, establishing a Tenants Improvements Package loan program for businesses and, responding to a request from Councillor-at-Large Katy Rogers, to not use the word “luxury” in advertisements and descriptions of the building, which she feels has been overused and is elitist. At those meetings and on June 9, many union members from building trades showed up to voice support for the project, which will have 100% union employees in construction, with preference for Everett residents. A sticking point was the provision to waive the $3.5 million building permit fee, brought up by Ward 5 Councillor Robert Van Campen. Fulcrum Founder and CEO Scott Brown countered that in addition to the $2 million, Fulcrum will pay for a $3.4 million environmental cleanup on the site and pay for peer reviews for the project. “Money is being redirected,” he said, but Director of Community Planning and Development Matt Lattanzi interjected, “It is a waiver.” Van Campen, who is said to be planning to run for mayor in this year’s election, brought it up again on June 9, but no changes were made to the provision. Other concessions were made, the most prominent of which is an annual contribution of $1,224,000 to a Good Neighbor Fund, initially including $300,000 to buy a new ambulance; $250,000 for community organizations to teach English literacy and job preparedness; $180,000 for a police command post/command response vehicle; $140,000 for a sub-fund to assist the elderly in paying real estate taxes; $100,000 each for the School Department and for a Disability Accessible van by the Council on Aging; $60,000 for the police to help purchase digital sign boards; $36,000 for the police for purchasing computers and printers for cruisers, a subject that came up a discussion of the budget with Police Chief Paul Strong on June 2; $30,000 for the police to help purchase public call boxes on bike paths and in high-risk areas; $18,000 for the police to help purchase license plate readers and $10,000 for the police to help fund the 911 disability/elder database. These items are in a separate document from the TIF. Lattanzi and City Solicitor Colleen Mejia explained that a TIF can’t include provisions to distribute funds and including that or even acknowledgement of a separate document to do so could endanger the legality of the TIF, although it includes a provision that “any costs associated with the creation and/or operation of the Good Neighbor Fund shall be paid out of the Fund itself.” A provision was also added that it be esVOTES | SEE PAGE 10 City Offices Closed Thursday, June 19 as Everett Observes Juneteenth Trash and recycling will not be picked up on Thursday and will be delayed for the rest of the week E 50 VERETT, MA – City offices will be closed to the public on Thursday, June 19, as Everett observes the Juneteenth holiday. City offices will re-open on Monday, June 23, with regular hours for residents (8 a.m. to 7:30 p.m.). 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THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, JunE 13, 2025 Page 3 City of Everett to host All are welcome to join in celebration of Juneteenth with live music, food and activities for all ages Special to Th e Advocate M ayor Carlo DeMaria is pleased to announce that the City of Everett will host the Juneteenth Celebration event on Thursday, June 19, from 12 p.m. to 4 p.m., at Baldwin Avenue Park (14-16 Baldwin Ave.). All are welcome to unite in celebration of Juneteenth with live music, food and activities to participate in. The event will feature live performances by DJ Troy, Janey David, Big Redd’s House, Rey Royale, and The Brothers Walk to create an unforgettable day of music and unity. Juneteenth, which is a national holiday recognized on June 19 in the United States, celebrates when in 1865 Union Army Major General Gordon Granger and about 2,000 Union troops arrived in Galveston, Texas. Granger issued a General Order explaining that enslaved African Americans had been freed. This was one of the last places in the United States to free slaves after the Emancipation Proclamation was issued by President Abraham Lincoln on January 1, 1863. The day commemorates the end of slavery in the United States and recognizes the ongoing eff orts to ensure freedom and equality for all. The City will be joining in celebrations across the country by hosting this free event for the community to come together and participate in. All are welcome and encouraged to attend. For more information, please visit cityofeverett.com/events/juneteenth-celebration-2025. Juneteenth Celebration event E Godfrey Sympre graduates from Emerson College merson College awarded approximately 1,000 undergraduate degrees to the Class of 2025 during its 145th Commencement at Agganis Arena in Boston, on Sunday, May 11, 2025. Godfrey Sympre, of Everett, Mass., received a BS in Sports Communication. Emmy and Golden Globe-winning actress and Performing Arts alum Jennifer Coolidge gave the commencement address. Both Coolidge and the College’s retiring vice president of government aff airs and community relations, Margaret Ings, received honorary Doctor of Humane Letters degrees. “Emerson has ignited these seemingly unattainable possibilities for you that now can be your reality,” said Coolidge. “It is your ability to convince yourself you really can make it, because you have to be your own champion.” Emerson College is uniquely dedicated to the arts and communication, educating and inspiring storytellers and artists to impact and advance creative industries and media throughout the world. The College offers experiential learning programs in Boston and across the globe: at Emerson Los Angeles, located in Hollywood, at its 14th-century castle in the Netherlands, and at 28 global programs. Emersonians, including 51,000+ alumni, carry forth the College’s founding motto, “Expression Necessary to Evolution,” to shape industries, inspire change and amplify voices that redefi ne our culture. SABATINO/MASTROCOLA INSURANCE AGENCY 519 BROADWAY EVERETT, MA 02149 Auto * Home * Boat * Renter * Condo * Life * Multi-Policy Discounts * Commercial 10% Discounts * Registry Service Also Available Sabatino Insurance is proud to welcome the loyal customers of ALWAYS READY TO SERVE YOU: Our Staff are, Emma Davidson, Jeimy Sanchez, Josephine Leone, Marie D’Amore, Rocco Longo, Z’andre Lopez, Anthony DiPierro, Darius Goudreau, Laurette Murphy, Danielle Goudreau and Tina Davidson. PHONE: (617) 387-7466 FAX: (617) 381-9186 Visit us online at: WWW.SABATINO-INS.COM

Page 4 THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, JunE 13, 2025 DiDomenico recognizes Millie Cardello at Military Appreciation Day The Senator also honored several other constituents throughout his district Senator Sal DiDomenico with Representative Dan Ryan (left), Arthur Hurley from Charlestown, who received an award (second from left) and Governor Maura Healey (middle). 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 Senator Sal DiDomenico with Millie Cardello and her husband David Pretti. Senator Sal DiDomenico with Vernon Barber from Chelsea, who received an award, and Representative Judith Garcia. S tate Senator Sal DiDomenico recently recognized Millie Cardello for her unwavering service to the Commonwealth of Massachusetts during the first-ever Military Appreciation Day ceremony at the State House. “Millie’s contributions reflect the strength, resilience, and dedication of our military community, and I’m honored to celebrate her at this momentous ceremony held in the Massachusetts State House,” said Senator DiDomenico. “I also had the pleasure of celebrating several other constituents from across my district who were being recognized for their service: Vernon Barber from Chelsea, Erika Corbeli from Everett, and Arthur Hurley from Charlestown.” Senator Sal DiDomenico with Millie Cardello (second from left), Erika Corbeli from Everett, who received an award (second from right) and Representative Joe McGonagle.

THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, JunE 13, 2025 Page 5 Arts Fest Everett ’25 returns to Swan Street Park on June 21 What: Arts Fest ’25. Date: June 21, 2025 | Rain date June 28. Time: 3-7 p.m. Where: Swan Street Park | 19846 Swan St., Everett, Mass. Price: Free. Registration: https://tinyurl. com/59hrnk3t rts Fest Everett ’25 returns to Swan Street Park on June 21 with its signature blend of creativity, community and celebration. Hosted by Art Lab Everett and now in its fourth year, this free outdoor festival invites residents of Everett and Greater Boston to experience the arts in vibrant, hands-on ways. The afternoon event features interactive artmaking with local artists — including ceramics with Shan Ross of Lost Cairn Arts, fi ber art with Julia Ceskö and STEAM projects with Komal Markan — as well as live music by Zumix youth performers and spoken A word by OASYS. Back by popular demand, Beldam Circus will dazzle with juggling, aerial arts, and contortion performances, while also leading circus arts workshops for all ages. Designed with accessibility and community connection in mind, Arts Fest Everett ’25 off ers a welcoming space for families and individuals of all backgrounds to engage with multidisciplinary artists, educators and performers. Festival goers can also enjoy snacks provided by State Senator Sal DiDomenico and a delicious dinner provided by local restaurants. Join us at Swan Street Park on June 21 to celebrate creativity, community and the joy of making art together! Sponsored by Mass Cultural Council, Everett Cultural Council and City of Everett. 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! www.810bargrille.com All Deposits Are Insured In Full | Member FDIC Member DIF Visit EverettBank.com and open your account in minutes. *Annual Percentage Yield (APY) is accurate of the date posted and is subject to change without notice. APY assumes the interest remains on deposit until maturity. A penalty may be imposed for early withdrawal. Offer may be withdrawn at any time. A minimum of $500 is required to open a Certificate of Deposit and earn the advertised APY. There’s Every Bank, Then There’s

Page 6 THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, JunE 13, 2025 Everett student named to University of Rhode Island’s spring 2025 Dean’s List T he University of Rhode Island (URI) was pleased to announce that Rebecca Hickey-Schultz of Everett has been named to its spring 2025 Dean’s List. To be included on the Dean’s List, full-time students must have completed 12 or more credits for letter grades which are GPA applicable during a semester and achieved at least a 3.30 quality point average. As a global education leader and the state of Rhode Island’s flagship public research institution, URI offers distinctive opportunities designed to meet the global challenges of today’s world and the rapidly evolving needs of tomorrow. Founded in 1892, URI now enrolls more than 18,000 students and offers more than 200 degree programs across nine schools and colleges. To learn more, visit uri.edu. Magic comes to the Shute Memorial Library on June 18 All are welcome to enjoy this live and interactive magic show performed by Peter Jackson 425r Broadway, Saugus Located adjacent to Kohls Plaza Route 1 South in Saugus at the intersection of Walnut Street We are on MBTA Bus Route 429 781-231-1111 We are a Skating Rink with Bowling Alleys, Arcade and two TV’s where the ball games are always on! PUBLIC SKATING SCHEDULE 12-7 p.m. Sunday Monday Tuesday $10.00 Price includes Roller Skates Rollerblades/inline skates $3.00 additional cost Private Parties 7:30-11 p.m. Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday $11.00 Price includes Roller Skates 18+ Adults Only After 7 PM - ID Required Private Parties Private Parties 4-8 p.m. $10.00 8:30-11 p.m. $11. 18+ Adults Only After 7 PM - ID Required 12-9 p.m. $10.00 Everyone must pay admission after 6 p.m. Sorry No Checks - ATM on site Roller skate rentals included in all prices Inline Skate Rentals $3.00 additional BIRTHDAY & PRIVATE PARTIES AVAILABLE www.roller-world.com Law Offices of JOSEPH D. CATALDO, P.C. “ATTORNEYS AND COUNSELORS AT LAW” • ESTATE/MEDICAID PLANNING • WILLS/TRUSTS/ESTATES • INCOME TAX PREPARATION • WEALTH MANAGEMENT • RETIREMENT PLANNING • ELDER LAW 369 Broadway Everett, MA 02149 (617)381-9600 JOSEPH D. CATALDO, CPA, CFP, MST, ESQUIRE. AICPA Personal Financial Specialist Designee Peter Jackson has been performing for over 30 years alongside his Magic Bunny. Special to The Advocate M ayor Carlo DeMaria is pleased to announce that the Everett Public Libraries (EPL) will host a free public performance by prestigious magician Peter Jackson – and his Magic Bunny – on Wednesday, June 18 at 1:00 p.m. at the Shute Memorial Library (781 Broadway). With summer vacation just beginning, this engaging program offers the opportunity to start the season off with a hearty dose of silliness, whimsy and communal spirit. Packed with awesome magical effects, this magic show is designed to be enjoyed by children and adults alike. Peter Jackson will actively draw you in, making the audience a part of the show. Peter Jackson has been performing magic for over 30 years. He brings his show to the Shute Memorial Library free of charge, thanks to a grant awarded by the Everett Cultural Council, via the Mass Cultural Council.

THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, JunE 13, 2025 Page 7 DiDomenico secures over $2 million in Senate FY26 Budget S This includes over $600,000 specifi cally for local organizations and schools in his district tate Senator Sal DiDomenico secured $625,000 for organizations and schools in the district, and over $1.5 million for statewide programs in the $61.4 billion state budget passed by the Senate. These local investments would support school art departments, education programs and antipoverty nonprofi ts across Cambridge, Charlestown, Chelsea and Everett. DiDomenico’s successful amendments for statewide programs would expand health care services for those in need, improve community safety, aid housing assistance programs and support education off erings for all students. The final budget — which safeguards the Commonwealth’s fi nancial health, protects its most vulnerable residents and makes investments that reinforce the Commonwealth’s economic vitality in the face of mounting federal threats — passed with bipartisan support by a vote of 382. It neither raises taxes nor spends dollars from the state’s stabilization fund, which is also known as the ‘Rainy Day Fund’ and currently stands at a historic $8.1 billion. “The Senate Budget is a victory for schools, public infrastructure, healthcare access, and housing in my district and throughout the Commonwealth,” said Senator DiDomenico, who is Assistant Majority Leader of the Massachusetts Senate. “I am proud to direct hundreds of thousands of dollars to my district and over a million dollars statewide for organizations and programs that provide vital services for our residents. These investments will create new opportunities for people of all ages in our communities, ensure all our children can enjoy the best education possible, and support organizations fighting against poverty by helping our neighbors get the resources they need.” Senator DiDomenico’s local amendments totaling • Global Arts Live • Harvest on Vine • Just-A-Start Biomedical Careers program • Kennedy Center • La Comunidad • Latinos Unidos en Massachusetts (LUMA) • Margaret Fuller House Education: • Cambridge Theater Program • Chelsea High School Music Sal DiDomenico State Senator $625,000 will support the following: Local organizations: • Cambridge Economic Opportunity Committee • Cambridge Nonprofit Coalition • Chelsea Black Community • Community Action Programs Inter-City (CAPIC) • East End House • Eliot Family Resource Center • Everett Haitian Community Center Program • Courageous Sailing • Everett High School Music Program • Girls on the Run • La Vida Scholars • Loop Lab Senator DiDomenico’s statewide amendments totaling over $1,500,000 will support the following: • The ALS Association of Massachusetts off ers life-changing services and equipment that ensures individuals with ALS live a higher quality of life and receive the support and care they deserve. • The Boston Housing Authority supports thousands of lowand moderate-income families across Boston with their critical housing needs. • The Pediatric Palliative Care program provides invaluable comprehensive care for children living with life-limiting or end-of-life illnesses, as well as support for their families. • The Shannon Grant Gang Violence Prevention program empowers communities across his district and beyond to build programs that improve safety and reduce gang activity. Thanks to this funding, communities can provide youth programming and help build and strengthen relationships between police and young people. Senator DiDomenico’s policy amendments will: • Ensure all eligible students can take advantage of the Seal of Biliteracy, which is an award that recognizes high school graduates who attain high DIDOMENICO | SEE PAGE 8 DINE IN STYLE ON TOP of IT ALL. Discover The Delaney® at The Vale, where open, welcoming spaces and delicious dining options come together in Greater Boston. Get it all with access to on-site care and the added luxury of financial flexibility. LEARN MORE AND SCHEDULE A VISIT TODAY BY CALLING 781-512-6801. INDEPENDENT LIVING | ASSISTED LIVING | MEMORY CARE 300 Began Way | Woburn, MA 01801 | At the top of the hill 781-512-6801 | LIFE@DelaneyatTheVale.com | DelaneyatTheVale.com

Page 8 THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, JunE 13, 2025 DIDOMENICO | FROM PAGE 7 functional and academic levels of profi ciency in English and another language by high school graduation. • Instruct the Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE) to collect data on sex and relationship education in public schools so that we can understand what students in our state are being taught about an important subject. The Senate’s final budget increases spending by $3.7 billion over Fiscal Year 2025, with the majority of the increase attributed to MassHealth. Aligned with estimated tax revenue growth, the spending plan is based on a consensus tax revenue estimate of $41.214 billion for the coming fi scal year, a 2.25 per cent increase over the current fi scal year’s benchmark. Based on Fair Share surtax revenue estimates, the Senate’s budget proposal included $1.95 billion in education and transportation investments, an increase of $650 million over the last fi scal year. 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Notable Fair Share Education investments include: • $325 million (M) for the Commonwealth Cares for Children (C3) grant program, which is matched with other funds for a total investment of $475M • $265M for Student Opportunity Act (SOA) expansion • $170M for universal free school meals • $120M for universal free community college • $100M to maintain fi nancial aid programs for in-state students attending state universities through MASSGrant Plus • $98M for childcare supports • $50M for school transportation reimbursement costs • $14M for the State University Supporting Urgent Community College Equity through Student Services (SUCCESS) Program • $10M for the Commonwealth Preschool Partnership Initiative (CPPI) • $20M for early literacy initiatives and programs • $8M for the Reimagining High School Initiative • $5M for school-based mental health and wraparound services Notable Fair Share Transportation investments include: • $350M (in addition to other funding) to support Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority (MBTA) operations for FY26 • $120M to support Regional Transit Authorities (RTAs) across the state. Together with resources from the General Fund, the bill provides a record $214M for RTAs. The Fair Share funding supports direct operating support for RTAs, complete fare-free, fi xed-route access across all RTAs, incentivizing connections between regional transit routes and local economic hubs, and expanded mobility options for the elderly and people with disabilities. • $78M for debt service for expanded new bond capacity for the Commonwealth Transportation Fund (CTF) for essential transportation projects across the Commonwealth • By committing $600M annually to the CTF, the Senate will unlock additional bond capacity for critical transportation projects over the next 10 years. • $52M in operating support for the Massachusetts Department of Transportation (MassDOT) Education The Senate FY26 budget supports students of all ages by maintaining investments in public education at every level. The budget fully funds the fi fth year of the Student Opportunity Act, provides a historic funding commitment to the Department of Early Education and Care (EEC), and stands with public and private institutions of higher education at a volatile time. With a $1.71 billion total investment in early education and care, the Senate’s budget builds on last year’s passage of the EARLY ED Act, supporting the sector’s workforce, protecting programming and maintaining access to affordable care for families facing economic pressures. Notable education funding includes: • $517.6M for income-eligible childcare • $448.2M for Department of Children & Families (DCF) and Department of Transitional Assistance (DTA) related childcare • $475M for the C3 operational grant program, supporting critical operational and workforce initiatives across the early education sector • $98M for childcare supports, DIDOMENICO | SEE PAGE 9

THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, JunE 13, 2025 Page 9 Local students named to the Emmanuel Dean’s List for spring 2025 I n recognition of their outstanding academic achievement, Emmanuel College has named more than 850 students to the Dean’s List for the spring 2025 semester. To earn a spot on the Dean’s List, Emmanuel students must achieve a grade point average of 3.5 or higher for a 16-credit semester. The following local students were named to the Dean’s List: Sarah DeOliveira, who is majoring in Nursing, and Vinsterly Fertil, who is majoring in Nursing. With more than 80 majors and areas of study, Emmanuel College combines outstanding classroom instrucFUN-damental Basketball Camp open to boys and girls in local area T he FUN-damental Basketball Camp, which is open to boys and girls in local area cities and towns, will be held from July 21 to July 25, 2025, at the Immaculate Conception Parish Center, which is located at 59 Summer St. in Everett. The camp will be held between the hours of 9:00 a.m. and 1:00 p.m. for boys and girls entering grades three through eight as of September 2025. The cost of the camp is $125. Tony Ferullo, boys’ varsity basketball coach at Mystic Valley Regional Charter School in Malden, will be the Director of the camp. The purpose of the camp is: • To provide all campers with the fundamental tools to help them become better basketball players • To create a positive atmoDIDOMENICO | FROM PAGE 8 coupled with other funding, to maintain the current capacity and rates of the childcare financial assistance program • $44.9M for EEC Quality Improvement Initiatives • $27.6M for the Commonwealth Preschool Partnership Initiative to maintain access to universal pre-kindergarten and preschool opportunities in underserved areas • $20M for Childcare Resource and Referral Centers • $20M for grants to Head Start programs • $5M for grants to early education and care providers for childhood mental health consultation services • $2.5M to continue the successful public–private pilot program with employers to create new childcare seats The Senate budget’s public tion and real-world experience to prepare students for lives of achievement, learning and purpose. Voted the #1 college location in America by Niche.com in 2023 and 2024, Emmanuel offers easy access to world-class medical, J& sphere where the camper will learn and have fun at the same time • To instill the spirit of the game into all campers and inspire them to continue playing the game either competitively or just for fun Each camper, who will receive a T-shirt and certificate, will participate in various drills, scrimmages and individual contests. Special guests will speak and share their personal basketball tips. An awards ceremony will take place on the last day of the camp, and parents and friends are welcome to attend. For more information about the FUN-damental Basketball Camp, please contact Camp Director Tony Ferullo: 857-3127002 or tferullo@suffolk.edu. K-12 investments provide crucial support to school districts confronting increased costs and fiscal pressures while delivering high-quality public education to Massachusetts’ students. To support schools across the state, the Senate follows through on the commitment to fully fund and implement the SOA by Fiscal Year 2027 and invests $7.3 billion in Chapter 70 state aid to public schools, an increase of $460M over FY25. Further, the budget increases minimum Chapter 70 aid to $150 per pupil, delivering an additional $39.6M in resources to school districts across the state. For the second year, the Senate’s budget dedicates $120M to fully fund MassEducate, the Commonwealth’s universal free community college proDIDOMENICO | SEE PAGE 22 • Reliable Mowing Service • Spring & Fall Cleanups • Mulch & Edging • Sod or Seed Lawns • Shrub Planting & Trimming • Water & Sewer Repairs Joe Pierotti, Jr. cultural and business organizations from 400 The Fenway in Boston. Learn more at Emmanuel.edu. S LANDSCAPE & MASONRY CO. Masonry - Asphalt • Brick or Block Steps • Brick or Block Walls • Concrete or Brick Paver Patios & Walkways • Brick Re-Pointing • Asphalt Paving www.JandSlandscape-masonry.com • Senior Discount • Free Estimates • Licensed & Insured 617-389-1490 Designing and Constructing Ideas that are “Grounds for Success” Landscaping

Page 10 THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, JunE 13, 2025 VOTES | FROM PAGE 2 tablished within 90 days of the Mayor signing the TIF on behalf of the City. “It’s illegal to transfer tax money, so they’re making a donation,” Council President Stephanie Martins acknowledged. Her motion to eliminate the names of agencies and organizations that might get money to teach English literacy and job preparedness, suggested by Lattanzi, was approved to allow fl exibility in distributing the funds. Another amendment was made to require provisions of the TIF and Good Neighbor Fund be applied to any new owners should Fulcrum sell the property and building. The $1,224,000 is being deducted from the previously planned $2 million annual payment from Fulcrum to an Aff ordable Housing Trust Fund. “It’s a reallocation,” Lattanzi explained. “There was no way to allocate more funds. The only way was to transfer funds.” $2 million minus $1,224,000 is $776,000, but Fulcrum will pay only $620,000 to the Affordable Housing Trust and keep the leftover $156,000. Everett being Everett, debate was contentious and disorganized at times. There were motions to table the matter — until the details were worked out and incorporated into a document — until later in the meeting, the next regular Council meeting or a special meeting, but the changes were made and approved on the spot. City Clerk Sergio Cornelio admitted he lost track of who was proposing what during the deliberations. “Time is of the essence,” Brown advised. Councillors at-Large Guerline Alcy Jabouin, Michael Marchese and Stephanie Smith, as usual, voted against the approval. Smith, still unclear on the concept, said she didn’t want to vote on an incomplete agreement and give a developer a tax break in light of needs in the School Department and problems with traffi c and trash in the city. “I have a sinking feeling this is not the right way to do this,” Van Campen added, although he later voted in favor after the amendments were ironed out. “Are we going to have another three-hour discussion and have it not pass?” Rogers asked rhetorically. VOTES | SEE PAGE 22 Statement below offered by Mayor DeMaria on The Sofi a TIF Agreement approved by the City Council “I have been working with the proponents of The Sofia since 2022 as part of my commitment to bring diverse projects to Everett to help generate new revenue and replace run down properties with cleaner projects that represent better and higher uses of parcels in our community. I fi led with the City Council a proposed Tax Increment Financing (TIF) agreement for the project that I believed was reasonable based on an independent third-party verifying on behalf of the city that this type of agreement was appropriate given the overall fi nancials of the project. The TIF I submitted to the Council would have the owners of the property pay on average over the course of the 14 years of the agreement, over $600,000 per year in taxes, which is an 800% increase over the $67,000 a year that the previous blighted industrial use of the property generated. After the TIF expires, the owner will pay over $3M a year in taxes. This is a signifi cant increase in tax revenue to the city in both the short and the long term. I also negotiated that all the work on the project would be completely done by union labor, which will create 1,342 jobs with a commitment secured from the unions that Everett union members will receive preference for those spots. The property owner also will pay for and complete a full-scale reconstruction of Garden Street Extension at a cost to them of approximately $3,000,000. The agreement I presented to the City Council would increase revenue, use private funds to clean up the former industrial site and make infrastructure improvements to the area, and create jobs for Everett residents. With those benefi ts already presented to them, it’s not clear why the Council President felt the need to save the developer an additional $156,000 in project costs by diverting what otherwise would be tax revenue for the city into a fund that she specifi cally is trying to control. That language would require funds to be diverted into a special fund rather than be available for the most pressing needs of the city. The language is concerning because it creates the opportunity for the Council President to spend revenue without the checks and balances that are required under municipal fi nance laws. Additionally, it’s not clear why the Council would think that reducing linkage fees that are specifi - cally dedicated to addressing our aff ordable housing crisis should be diverted to projects that could be paid for by outside grants and established revolving funds.”

THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, JunE 13, 2025 Page 11 Lafayette School dedicates tree in memory of teacher Lafayette School students in grade 5, teachers and staff hosted a dedication ceremony in honor of Stephen Patenaude Mayor Carlo DeMaria recently joined alongside students in grade 5, teachers, faculty, and elected officials, as well as the family of Stephen Patenaude, at the Lafayette School to dedicate a newly planted tree in honor of Mr. Patenaude. Special to The Advocate M The memory rocks placed by students around the memorial tree. ayor Carlo DeMaria recently joined alongside The family of Stephen Patenaude gathered alongside the new memorial tree. The new plaque placed alongside the new tree Lafayette School students in grade 5, teachers, staff and elected officials, as well as the family of Stephen Patenaude, at the school to dedicate a newly planted tree in honor of Mr. Patenaude. Lafayette School Principal Janet Taylor led the dedication ceremony, which included students and faculty who knew Patenaude. The speakers mentioned how kind, caring and compassionate he was to those who knew him. They also mentioned how dedicated he was to always being there for his students when they needed help or were facing difficult challenges. In honor of his memory, the School Committee Chairperson Samantha Hurley, Lafayette School staff, and staff from the Department of Conservation & Recreation (DCR). DCR donated and planted the memorial tree at the Lafayette School in honor of Stephen Patenaude. Students, teachers and faculty gathered outside the Lafayette School. Department of Conservation & Recreation (DCR) donated and planted a new paperbark maple tree. Not only will the tree provide shade during the summer heat, it will also serve as a reminder of what a wonderful teacher, colleague and friend Mr. Patenaude was to so many at Lafayette School. Additionally, all grade 5 students painted memory rocks and placed them around the new tree to individually pay tribute to him. Mayor DeMaria would like to thank Principal Janet Taylor for inviting him be a part of this important day for the Lafayette School community.

Page 12 THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, JunE 13, 2025 Everett High School Graduates the Class of 2025 Everett Public Schools Supt. William D. Hart. The Honorable State Rep. Joseph McGonagle, Jr. addresses the graduates. Graduating senior and Class Vice-President Manal Bouhou. Graduating EHS Class of 2025 seniors, Jeremiah Sical, Albert Santana, Timothy Villanueva, Antony Henriquez, Johan Arias Alvarado, Omar Stour, Ronald Portillo, Carlos Rodrigues and Tauan Pimenta. (Advocate photos by Emily Harney) The Honorable State Sen. Sal DiDomenico addresses the graduates. Jackelyn Caneza runs to her friends with excitement after graduation ceremonies. Henrique Franca receives his diploma from School Committeewoman Robin Babcock. Family and friends filled Veterans Memorial Stadium on June 4th to celebrate the Everett Leyna Nguyen receives a gift from her boyfriend after graduation. EHS graduate Randy Maldonado waves to his family after receiving his diploma. Ashley Seward is congratulated by School Committeewoman Jeannie Cristiano. Class President Emilia-Maria Babcock at the podium. Graduate Nicholas Navarro receives his diploma from School Committeeman Joseph D’Onofrio.

THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, JunE 13, 2025 Page 13 Everett High School Graduates the Class of 2025 Everett senior David Sevier films his classmate before graduation on June 4th Tre’von Carrington and Rochelle Castor cheer for their classmates and fellow graduates. The final graduate of the Everett High School Class of 2025, National Zelalem. Nordeivy Santana helps his friend and classmate Emanuel Santiago fix his cap before the graduation ceremony. Class of 2025 graduates Murielle Campo, Tre’von Carrington and Rochelle Castor get ready to cross the stage at the Everett High School graduation. Class of 2025 Salutatorian Kelly St. Fort. Tre’von Carrington celebrates with his family after graduation Wednesday evening. Graduating senior Nordeivy Santana is congratulated by one of his teachers before graduation. Class of 2025 Valedictorian Randy Cruz Villanueva. The family of Talyciah Arrington cheered her on as she graduated last week from Everett High School. Senior members of the Everett High choir perform the National Anthem.

Page 14 THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, JunE 13, 2025 EVERETT HIGH SCHOOL – Class of 2025 Graduates Maria-Babcock, Emilia*~ Bouhou, Manal*~ Acacio, Emily*~ Alcin, Kadwina*~ Antonio, Milena*~ Barbosa, Eliza*~ Beaubrun, Berlens*~ Beltran Gonzalez, Gisselle*~ Bhatti, Tania*~ Campo, Murielle*~ Carrington, Tre’von*~ Castor, Rochelle* Chhun, Tyson*~ Claude, Keshia*~ Clement, Christley*~ Colin, Josee Mayard*~ Cruz Villanueva, Randy*~ Da Silva, Emilly*~ De Castro, Ana Julia* Del Orbe, Brianna*~ Du, Jessica*~ Eddaghmoumi, Aya*~ Fermino, Thierry*~ Flores-Reyes, Evelyn*~ Franca, Henrique*~ Gassama, Mama*~ Gomez, Melissa*~ Gonzalez De Oliveira, Isabella*~ Ho, Nga*~ Huezo-Erazo, David*~ Ikanovic, Belma*~ Kaur, Gurleen*~ Leite, Luira*~ McMahon, Kayleigh*~ Melo, Sophia*~ Monja Angeles, Hilary*~ Nguyen, Leyna*~ Nishat, Khadiza*~ Orleus, JN Baptiste*~ Ortiz Romero, Romy*~ Pagan Landeo, Isabela* Perez Tepoz, Shaylee*~ Pezo, Adin*~ Pham, Tracy*~ Pinto Gutierrez, Katie*~ Renderos Batia, Ruby*~ Rharioui, Hanaa*~ Rodrigues, Victoria*~ Salvador, Jackeline*~ Salvador Amador, Cinthia*~ Salvador Lopez, Jasmine*~ Salvi, Emma* Seward, Ashley*~ Souza, Anne*~ St. Fort, Kelly*~ Tiberii, Sarah*~ Troches Cruz, Cecia*~ Truong, Nghi* Uga, Alexa* Velev, Luiza*~ Vilhete, Brenda*~ Vilson, Dorinda*~ Vergin, Ania Sabrina Neilah* Abreu, Leah Acuna Quintanilla, Xavier Aggunduz, Ogulcan Ege Aguilar Aguilar, Cindy Aguilar Gutierrez, Alexis Aguilar Santos, Juan Aguilar, Brian Aguirre, Sean Ahart, Malachi Alarcon Calderon, Roselyn Alarcon, Floralicia Alexandre, Charlanca Alexis Buenaventura, Farley Alexis, Clarice Alexis, Dalouka~ Alfaro Amaya, Betania Almeida Barbosa DeAssis, Ricardo Junior Alphonse, Makayla Alvarado Carias, Edwin~ Alvarado, Hannah Alves, Joshua Amare, Tsegab Amorim, Nicholas Aquino Cortondo, Sofia Aquino Rosario, Braulio Arevalo, Joshua Argueta, Kevin Arias Alvarado, Johan Arias Hernandez, Daniela Arredondo, Santiago Arrington, Talyciah Bey, Ace Arruda Garcia De Araujo, Gabriela Augustin, Marie Ayala, Diego Azevedo, Julia Bairos, Cayden Balduino, Julia Victoria Banhos, Victor Baskin, Bryanna Batista, Daniel Batista, Natalia Benitez Vasquez, Franklin Bennett, Elivia Berberena, Jevaun Bhana, Peter Bien-Aime, Cristopher Bonnet, Antwon Boyce, Gerniah Brea, Jayden Brennan, Logan Brito, Lucas Brown, Jasmine Buckley, Emma Byrnes, Matthew Calixto Hernandez, Byron Calle Triana, Isabela Camargo, Roberta Eduarda Campos, Jennifer Caneza, Jackelyn Cannon-Mathis, Leron Cannon-Mathis, Zy’elle Carabantes Recinos, Jaime Carballo Morales, Jefferson Cardoso, John~ Cardoso, Pedro Carranza Hernandez, Allison Carreiro, Derek Castiello, Jason Castro Romero, Paula Castro Soma, Marcos Causevic, Amin Cesar, Elahni Cezarino, Larissa~ Chababe, Amin Charles, Flantchesca Charles, Funes Chaves Barragan, Breixy Chavez Ayala, Brian Chavez Santos, Kevin Chen, Lexi Chhay, Jordan Chowdhury, Zidan Cintron, Yomaris Citro, Isabel Colmenarez Velez, Melanie Constanza Flores, Sonia Contreras Chacon, Ricardo~ Cora, Davilise Coriolan, Niery Coronado, Andrea Correa, Vinicius Correia, Jacob Corriolan, Jennica Costa, Letycia Coto Lopez, Teresa Coudo, Fahema~ Crasco, Andrew Cruz Oliva, Jhosseline Cruz, Matheus Cruz, Yaneli Cunha, Gabriel Currie, Meghan Da Silva Couto, Gabriele Da Silva, Micaely Da Silva, Shaiane Vitoria DaCosta, Italo Dang, Trinh Dannenberg, Lana Dantas, Ruben Dardy, Tionne Das, Arijit DaSilva, Makayla~ David Lalin, Yojanis Davila, Jayla De Aguiar, Eduardo~ De Andrade, Ana Clara De Deus, Felipe De Freitas, Kayky Ykaro De Jesus, Alessandra De Jesus, Miria De Oliveira, Davi De Oliveira, Erick Jhonsons De Oliveira, Maria Eduarda De Oliveira, Victor Hugo De Paiva, Paula De Paula, Sophia De Souza Alpino, Deise De Souza, Breno De Souza, Enzo Delerme-Joseph, Amarah Delva, Nenchynie Dematos, Kaio Dematos, Luan Derisma, Javan Derozier, Olivier Stravensky DeSouza, Victoria Desruisseaux, Marvin Dias Paixao, Mel~ Dias, Isis Diaz, Angel Diaz, Kevin Dickson, Ava Dieujuste, Loosandie DiPascale, Marco Doe, Christopher Dominguez, Yhunior Donnelly, Serena Dos Santos Lopes, Adrielly Dos Santos Siqueira, Izadora Dos Santos, Gabriel Dos Santos, Rafael Willian Drissi, Kareem Duvilaire, Tanessa Eleuterio, Nicolas Escobar Acosta, Jonathan Escobar, Antony Escolate, Julia Estrada, Jayden Evangelista Linhares, Alex Evora, Kamburly Fabert, Vatte~ Faria, Melanie Ferreira, Ricardo Ferreras Camacho, Albert Fevrier, Flandena Fisher, Kaylani Fleury, Dawinie~ Flores Chacon, Bladimir Flores Hernandez, Grissel Flores Montano, Edin Flores Murcia, Edwin Flores Rivera, Ana Flores Santos, Steve Flores Valle, Alondra Flores Zelaya, Nathalie Fonseca, Victoria Fontes, Anthony Foster, David Fragelus, Zayne Fregeau, Rashard Galvez Valle, Anderson Ganoza-Shea, Manuel Garamendi Tello, Marc Garcia, Yelsa Garouat, Anas Garrity, Logan Gaul, Richard Germain, Jean Chardelin Germain, Marie-Judette~ Germain, Marie-Judith~ Germain, Woodson Ghaib, Adam Giraldo, Maria Fernanda~ Goffigan, Isaiah Goin, Michelange Gomes Da Silva, Jilliarde Gomez Walrond, Devonnie Gonzales Boves, Jeremy Gracias, Daniel Gray, Saniya Guevara Chacon, Brenda Guevara, Eduardo Gutierrez, Mayra Haile, Bethel Hamoudi, Amine~ Hector, Luvens Heng, Thomas Henriquez, Antony Hernandez Guzman, Carlos Hernandez, Angel Hernandez, Yenifer~ Hobbs, Jomari Horgan, Jasmine Hubbard, Evan Iarossi, Emma~ Iraheta, Alexa Iwangou, David Jackson, Caleb Jacobs, Jasmine Jacques Antoine, Amicha Jaikaran Guevara, Angel Jarbas de Araujo, Camilly Jean Baptiste, Stessy Jean-Pierre, Zeny Jefferson, N’Mari Jimenez Pineda, Pablo~ Jimenez, Bryant Joaquim, Thiago Jovel Sanchez, Gabriela~ Judge, Bruce Kanu, Onyinyechi Kelley, Mae Kiefer, Sarah Lafleur, Jean Hans Lafontant, Alisha Laidlaw, Anthony Lama, Tenzin Lamerique, Richardson Landaverde Linares, Douglas Landaverde Retana, Erik Lassiter, Elijah Lazo Solis, Sayra Le Phuoc, Quoc~ Le, Khoa Le, Quynh Learned, Emily Learned, Lillian Leif, Justin Leles, Matheus Lemus, Fatima~ Liberato, Lucas~ Lima, Isabela Lima, Maria Lima, Tristian Linares Melara, Aura Linhares Martins, Felipe Lopes, Mikael Lopez Palacios, Lesly Lopez Villeda, Karen Lopez-Santamaria, Kyle Louine, Rebecca Louis-Jacques, Jeremiah Luna Morales, Geordiell Luna, John Machado, Cairo Maciel, Raquel Macmillan, Layne Magalhaes dos Santos, Lainy Maia, Caua Maldonado Pena, Josselin Maldonado, Randy Manuel Garcia, Nathali Marias Arevalo, Pamela Marin Rodriguez, Cindy Marins, Kawanne~ Marques Ferreira, Anelyse~ Marquez Cortes, Citlali Marte, Emely Martinez Diaz, William Martinez Molina, Jose Martinez Molina, Josefina Martinez Ochoa, Bryan Martinez Zuniga, Heaven Martinez, Karol Matthias, Derick Medeiros, Kawan Medina, Nevaeh Medrano Rios, Ever Mejia Lemus, Fatima Mendes, Leogossy Mendez Mancia, Daniela Mendez, Jordan Mendonca, Beatriz Mendoza Esquivel, Marina Mercado Ramirez, Keyla Mervil, Gandhi Michaud, Fabrice Miranda, Matthew Monvil, Gaelle Morais, Gabriel Morales, Zayda Mordan Ferreras, Nerelis Moreira, Lucas~ Moreno Melara, Khady Moreno Orozco, Arieliz Moses, Isaiah Mulligan, Joseph Munarin, Livia Munguia Palacios, Carlos Munoz Torres, Noe Munoz-Zelaya, Janny Murcia Matute, Jonathan Musto, Abegail Nacho Sucuqui, Angelo Navarrete Cruz, Juan Navarro, Nicholas Nery, Larissa Isabelly~ Neves, Mariana Nguyen, Katrina Nguyen, Minh Nguyen, Uyen Njoroge, Brian Nogueira, Emilly Noze, Morayma Nunes Martins, Floyd Obispo Jaimes, Milagros Olibrice, Garvin Oliva, Mia Oliveira, Kathleen O’Neill, Christopher Orozco Rivera, Jenny Ortega, Selina Ortiz, Damian Ortiz, Yariel Osorio, Cristian Palacios Guzman, Andy Papa, Angelina Parker, Toccara Paul, Kenneith Paul, Laicka Francesse Perez Bermudez, Daisy~ Perez Lora, Angel Perez Perez, Cristal Perez Sales, Hector Perez, Mariella Petit Frere, Dawenz Phillips, D’Syiah Pierotti, Aliana Pimenta, Tauan Pineda Carbajal, Anderson Pineda Granados, Emily Pinheiro Martins, Heberton Pinto, Henrique Pires, Ludmylla Pizarro, Dennis Polycarpe, Cathalisha~ Pontoriero, Zaraya Portillo Carrillo, Ashley~ Portillo Cubias, Jazzmin Portillo Lemus, Daniela Portillo Moncada, Cristopher Portillo, Jose Portillo, Karen Portillo, Ronald Posada Carranza, Jocelin Posadas Osorio, Luis Price, Gia Privert, Howard Puleio, Shannan Queiroz, Matheus Quevedo Rodriguez, Selena Quintanilla, Angelo Quinones Cortes, Noraliz Quinones-Andre, Jeramiah Ramos, Aileen Ramos, Verailines Rangel, Davi~ Recinos, Cristian Renderos, Jonathan Restrepo Medina, Esmeralda Restrepo Vasquez, Sara Ribeiro Alves, Rayssa Ribeiro, Bryan Rivas Ramirez, Harry Rivas Tejada, Milagro Rivas, Diego Rivera Oliva, Elizabeth Rivera Tejada, Maria~ Rivera, Kassidy Rivera-Shea, Yessenia Rocha, Augusto Rocha, Erison~ Rocha, Rita De Cassia Rodrigues De Souza Bassani, Ludmila Ines Rodrigues, Luciana Rodriguez Landaverde, Diego Rodriguez Portillo, Diego Rodriguez Sanchez, Gianna Rodriguez Vasquez, Henry Rodriguez, Ammy Rodriguez, Jaylene Rogers, Jordyn Rojas Alfaro, Yajaira Romero Gonzalez, Jefferson Romero Nufio, Ashley Roseme, David Ruiz, Christopher Ruiz, Jazmin Ryan, Damien Saintilus, Francoideline Salazar Villanueva, Valeska~ Saldarriaga, Raquel Salmeron Guardado, Ashley Salome, Isabella Sanabria, Kimberly Sanchez Guevara, Haley Sanchez-Erazo, Diego Sandberger, Nataly Santamaria Chacon, Heidi Santana, Albert Santana, Nordeivy~ Santiago Riveira, Reinaldo Santiago, Emanuel Santizo, Anthony Satele, Vinicius Scioletti, Jonathan Sealy, Kymani Severe, David Shehu, Adrijana Sical, Jeremy Silva Rodrigues, Carlos Silva Suarez, Daniel Silva, Kathleen Silvestri, Maria Eduarda Simpson, Joel Singh, Jaskaran Sinisterra, Nicole Smith, Kailani Soares Gomes, Bryan Soares Souza, Camila Solares, Alexander Sola-Tejada, Reina Soto, Derek Soto, Gianni Souza, Morgana Souza, Tiffany Souza, Willian Jose Spaulding, Logan Squillacioti, Justice Ssegujja, Marielle St Louis, Neika~ St. Fort, Bianca-Lynn St. Germain, Deshaun St. Germain, Elijah Stour, Omar Suchite Perez, Marlon Sylva, Caden Sylvain, Mark Talaverano Alvarado, Georga~ Tayag, Rommel Tejada Mendez, Cristian Tejada Ochoa, Nelson Tejada Portillo, Fredy Tirado, Joseph Tran, Nathan Ulysse, Chavens Umana, Jefferson Valbrun, Leylah Valbrun-Dennis, Javahni Valcourt, Hugo Valdivieso Arias, Jared Valentim, Sidney Vanson, Christine~ Vasquez Alfaro, Delmi~ Vasquez Angel, Kimberly Vasquez Lopez, Idania Vasquez Mendoza, David Vasquez Suhul, Brayan Vasquez, Precious Vazquez, Angelina Velasquez Rodriguez, Ayani Velasquez, Omar Veliz, Mariana Vernet, Christopher Vidal, Gabriel Villanueva Figueroa, Timothy Vital, Jhon Stive Vo, Donald Walsh, Melissa Warren, Peyton White, Aniyah Whiting, Jack~ Williams, Treasure Wisniewski, Rhyannon Wolff Santos, Gabriel Zapata Gomez, Karen Zelalem, Natnail * denotes National Honor Society ~ denotes Honor Medal Recipient

THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, JunE 13, 2025 Page 15 Congratulations EHS Class of 2025 Graduates! Mayor Carlo DeMaria & The Everett City Government We wish you success in your future endeavors! Mayor DeMaria, wife Stacy, Carlo III, Caroline & Alexandra State Senator Sal DiDomenico & Family Senator Sal DiDomenico with his wife, Tricia and their sons, Sal and Matthew. SUCCESS IS RECOGNIZING AN OPPORTUNITY & NOT BEING AFRAID TO GO AFTER IT (YOU MAY NOT GET A SECOND CHANCE) CONGRATULATIONS GRADUATES SACRO COMPANIES Whitney Lorenti House Glendale Court Sacro Plaza Excellence in Housing

Page 16 THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, JunE 13, 2025 Congratulations EHS Class of 2025 Best Wishes Grads! F.J. LaRovere Insurance Agency 492 Broadway, Everett 617-387-9700 Check out our website: www.larovere.com Congratulations Class of 2025 From Rocco & Staff at SABATINO/MASTROCOLA INSURANCE AGENCY SINCE 1921 475 Broadway, Everett, 617-387-2700 100 Years of Excellence! Congratulations Class of 2025 564 Broadway, Everett 617-387-7466 www.sabatino-ins.com Alfred Lattanzi & Family EVERETT TAXI & MALDEN TRANS (617) 389-8100 * (617) 389-1000 LESTER, PEGGY & DAVID MOROVITZ Messinger Insurance Agency Ward 3 Councillor Anthony DiPierro

THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, JunE 13, 2025 Page 17 Congratulations EHS Class of 2025 Graduates! Best Wishes to the EHS 2025 Graduates State Representative Joseph McGonagle From our family to yours Best Wishes EHS Class of 2025 Councillor-at-Large John F. Hanlon & Family Candidate for Ward 1 Councillor Peter Napolitano Best Wishes! CLASS OF 2025 The future is yours! Everett / Medford / Winchester / Dorchester / Norwood / Plymouth memberspluscu.org Ward 1 Councillor Wayne Matewsky BEST WISHES EHS CLASS OF 2025

Page 18 THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, JunE 13, 2025 Superintendent’s Address By William D. Hart G ood evening! Let me begin with a big Thank You to everyone who’s with us here this evening: To our students we are celebrating. • To the parents, families, and loved ones who are here to watch our graduates walk across this stage and receive their Everett High School diploma. • To our faculty and staff who have educated, inspired, and delivered our students to this Stadium. • To our music department for their essential contributions to our graduation program and adding to its never-ending list of accomplishments. In fact, this year saw our Percussion Ensemble capture its first-ever Winter Guard International World Championship title — one of the many accolades and achievements our students Everett Public Schools. • To State Senator DiDomenico, who has a long and distinguished career in public service and a proven track record of delivering legislation that supports and protects students and educators. • To State Representatives McGonagle, Ryan, and Garcia, who came to Everett directly from the State House, where they worked all day on important legislation and the state budget. • To School Committee Chairperson Samantha Hurley and the members of the Everett School Committee, who, without your overwhelming support, I would not have been able to steer this disEverett Public Schools Supt. William D. Hart. earned throughout this school year. I also want to thank and express my deepest appreciation to the members of our esteemed Platform Party: • To Mayor DeMaria, the leader of our city and a key contributor to everything we do, and hope to do, within the trict on a path of excellence — and who inspire me to work tirelessly on behalf of our students and families. • To our City Council President Stephanie Martins, and the members of the Everett City Council, your support of the Everett Public Schools, gives us real hope for expanding new opportunities across our schools. I also want to acknowledge the school district’s partners and stakeholders, including: • The Everett Police and Fire departments, whose professionals are essential to providing a safe learning environment for our students and staff. • The dozens of individuals, business, civic organizations, and institutions that support Everett High School students with scholarships, internships, and opportunities that promote access and student achievement. And last, but certainly not least — thank you Principal Lynch, Vice Principals Murphy and Sutera, and the entire Everett Public Schools staff, along with the many city of Everett departments who put considHART | SEE PAGE 22 Salutatorian Address By Kelly St. Fort G ood afternoon Family, Friends and Faculty, It is an Honor to stand here before you today as this year’s salutatorian. First and foremost I would like to thank my mom whose spirit and resilience has shaped who I am today. Mom, you are incredibly strong and beautiful, I could not be up here today without your unwavering support and determination for a better life. I would also like to thank my father for the sacrifices he’s made that have led me to this very moment, and my older siblings Sandy, Ericson and Bianca for their wisdom and guidance through it all. When I came to the United States at three years old after the 2011 earthquake in Haiti that left everyone in devastation, I wasn’t aware of the gift I had been given: a chance to start over. It’s easy to lose sight of that gift as life moves on. We get stuck on the superficial things in life like social media, Money and fame that we forget that we have so much love to share with the world and so much life yet to live. Today marks the end of our time in Everett public schools but it also marks the start of our impact into the world around us. I want everyone here today to leave with the understanding that life is what you make it. You do not have to accept the cards that you have been dealt, but instead have the courage to change it to the way you envision. As I sat down to write this, I struggled to find something that would connect us all. I realized that we are connected by the invisible forces that make us who we are.We’ve seen each other almost every day for the past 13 years, and in that time, we’ve shaped each other in ways we may not even realize. At this point in our lives, nothing is more meaningful than the relationships we’ve built—because these are the people who will be there to witness and celebrate life’s biggest milestones with us. It truly is the friends we made along the way. I’d like to shout out Milena Antonio who deserves to be up here just as much as I do. Your accomplishments are extraordinary, NYU has gained not only a conscientious student but a humble and vibrant young adult and I cannot wait to see what you achieve. To my fellow haitians I would like to tell you this Kèlkeswa kote ou ale apre jodi a, pa janm kite yo bliye ke ou se Ayisyen. Kenbe tèt ou byen wo nan tout sa w ap fè. Pa kite yo bliye ke nou rezistan, nou entelijan e nou se yon fòs. As the late Chadwick Boseman would say “to be young, gifted and black” let today be Kelly St. Fort, Class Salutatorian a testament to you all of the power of minority groups. That once given a chance, an opportunity to thrive, we will soar. Sometimes it can be overwhelming thinking of all the possibilities there are out there. Many of us want to be teachers, doctors, lawyers, artists, musicians and so much more. What happens when you want to be all? The answer is simple. Be all. Never shy away from opportunities and do not take what life has to offer for granted. Say yes to the things that scare you and if you’re not scared anymore conquer another obstacle. Be aware of the FORT | SEE PAGE 23

THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, JunE 13, 2025 Page 19 Class President’s Address By Emilia Maria-Babcock G ood evening, everyone! My name is Emilia Maria-Babcock, and I’m proud to represent our class tonight as your EHS class president. It is a privilege to speak on this unforgettable day. Before we begin, of course we need to start off by giving ourselves a round of applause!! You should all be proud to be here today and excited to see what you can now do with tomorrow. Before I get into my speech for real for real, I just want to take a moment to show my gratitude. I’m genuinely honored to have been chosen to speak today, and I’m incredibly grateful for this opportunity. I am starting by thanking all the staff at Everett High who keep this place going, including teachers (especially Ms. jones), coaches who have dedicated their hearts to their teams, deans, janitors, lunch ladies, school committee members and our Superintendent, Mr. Hart. Thank you to all the families who have supported and pushed their graduates to get here today. Don’t get me wrong, yes we are the ones graduating, but all of us couldn’t have done without you, so thank you. And how could I forget the amazing EHS Class of 2025? From start to finish, you’ve brought so many laughs and made this experience one to remember. Like spirit weeks in Mass Ave., even though my locker was more like a side street, myself and many others still found our way there. When the lights went out at the boys soccer’ senior night, we wasted no time and kept having fun. We turned on our flashlights, blasted music, and kept the energy alive. Even as simple as walking to classes together or laughing in the back of math class---still having no clue what was being taught. It’s moments like these that made our high school years unforgettable. Now I would like to make this more personal. I thank God for walking with me through every high and low, and for being the foundation I can always lean on. I want to thank my grandma and my abuela for the love and strength they have shown me. I would like to thank my Tia Fatima, for being my second mother and always treating me like her own. I want to thank my Papi. He has shown me what it means to work hard and what staying determined looks like. He would sit down and help me work through complex math problems until I got them right, he would play catch with me for hours. If it was a nice day out you already we take it to the courts and we would run one. Still can’t beat him in a 1v1, but one day…hopefully. But he is truly my inspiration to work hard and stay driven. Finally, I would like to thank my amazing mom. She is actually right behind me as a school committee member. (Hi mom). I would not be who I am today if it weren’t for her. From being my biggest cheerleader or my most brutally honest critic (and let me tell she can being PRETTYYY honest at times), I am grateful for it all. She has been my rock. Every first step, every accomplishment, even every failure… she has been there. My mom is one of the most selfless people I know, not only does she put me and my family before herself, but anyone she thinks needs it. My mom is everyone’s team mom. She does such an incredible job showing the people around her what it feels like to be loved, and I hope that this message can reflect that same feeling on to her. I love you to the moon and back, thank you. Okay now enough with this mushy gushy stuff… now it’s time for the real deal…I promise it’s not too long. There is a philosophy I made in the 7th grade that I try to Class President Emilia-Maria Babcock live my life by. It was also my yearbook quote. “Do and regret. Don’t overthink and never do. I’d rather apologize for taking a risk than never knowing the outcome. Now, just to be clear—I’m not saying you should go out and rob a bank, and if you do, please don’t say, BABCOCK | SEE PAGE 22 Class Valedictorian’s Address By Randy Cruz Villanueva H ello and good afternoon. Thank you all for being here today. I know it’s hot, so per everyone’s request, I’ll try to keep this short—hopefully. First, I want to congratulate the Class of 2025. It’s been a hectic four years, but we finally made it. I could stand here and pretend like I know every single one of you but we all know that’s not true. Still, I want you to know that every interaction I’ve had with any of you, no matter how small, has left an impact on me. Whether we became close over the years or exchanged only a few words, I’ve come to realize that I am truly a collection of all the people I’ve ever met. Wherever I go— wherever you go—these memories and moments will continue to shape me. And for that, I’m truly grateful. As I was writing this “final assignment,” I started thinking about all the things I’ll miss about Everett High: hanging around the lockers randomly throughout the day, the awkward hallway glances at old friends, seeing my past teachers, and even the tater tots at lunch. It’s all the small things that suddenly become so important. That sense of comfort and familiarity is really what keeps you going. So, as you venture into the world—whether you’re going to college, working, traveling, or just figuring it all out— find the little things that bring you joy. Find the people and places that make it hard to say goodbye. Personally, I wouldn’t be standing here without so many of the people in my life. I want to thank my wonderful friends, my family, and my teachers— not just from Everett High, but going all the way back to the Lafayette. One teacher in particular shaped me more than he knew—Mr. Pattenude, my very first teacher after moving to Everett in the fifth grade. He passed away a few months ago, and I want to honor him today. He welcomed me when I felt out of place, and his belief in me stayed long after I left his classroom. He set me on the path to becoming who I am today, and I only wish he could’ve seen me now. To every teacher I’ve had throughout the years —thank you. I hope you know how important your role has been in my life. As the saying goes, knowledge is power. Now, more than ever this stands true. I want to give a special shoutout to the big three that guided me through STEM, Dr. Seiders, Dr. Backlund, and Mr. Munoz, you guys have shown me nothing but kindness and support and I’ll always remember that. To my friends, the OG Lafayette lions, little pieces, Kelly of course, and so many more thank you for making this journey bearable. The memories we’ve created will live on with me till the very end. Finally, I want to take a moment to thank my wonderful family—who I hope is out there somewhere. Steph, thank you for your quiet strength and constant support. I know being the oldest isn’t easy, but you make it look effortless. You’ve been my guide, my role model. Vale, thank you for the laughter, the chaos, the surprises. You remind me every day to live with joy. I can’t wait to see you walk this stage one day. And to my beautiful momMami, te quiero mucho. Gracias por todo lo que has hecho por mí. Todo esto es para ti. Espero poder darte todo lo que deseas un día. Class of 2025 Valedictorian Randy Cruz Villanueva Thank you, Class of 2025. I hope you remember that you were once part of something special here. I hope you carry a piece of this place, these people, with you. And above all, remember to live and let time pass Congratulations.

Page 20 THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, JunE 13, 2025 Everett honors departed firefighters at solemn Memorial Sunday ceremony Residents and elected officials joined with past and present firefighters to honor the members who are no longer here The Everett High School Choir performed throughout the ceremony. Special to The Advocate T he City of Everett joined with the Everett Fire Department (EFD) and Everett Fireman’s Relief Association for the annual Everett Firefighters Memorial Sunday on Sunday, June 8, at the Ferry Street Fire Station to honor all the departed members. Led by Everett Fire Captain Derek Perretti, the service included an opening and closing prayer from Bishop Robert Brown and remarks from Fire Chief Joseph Hickey, Mayor Carlo DeMaria and State Senator Sal DiDomenico. In addition to their remarks, the ceremony included performances by the Everett High School Choir. The ceremony also included a roll call of the names of firefighters who have passed during the past year, who were Private Robert C. Benoit, Private Alfred A. Bova, Lieutenant John J. McCarthy, Captain Joseph H. Joyce Jr. and Deputy Chief Robert Rideout. Additionally, the ceremony also recognized the recent passing of retired Firefighter Joseph A. Andreotti, as well as active-duty Firefighter Paul Messana, who last his battle to cancer. Immediately following the roll call, the memorial wreaths were placed by members of the IAFF Local 143 Firefighters Union and taps was played. At the conclusion of CEREMONY | SEE PAGE 21 Residents, elected officials, Everett High School students and community leaders joined together with the Everett Fire Department and Everett Fireman’s Relief Association for the annual Everett Firefighters Memorial. The memorial stone outside the Ferry Street Fire Station. From left: Fire Captain Derek Perretti, State Senator Sal DiDomenico, Mayor Carlo DeMaria and Fire Chief Joseph Hickey. Attendees gathered for the Everett Firefighters Memorial. Everett firefighters saluting the fallen.

THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, JunE 13, 2025 Page 21 Mayor Carlo DeMaria speaking to attendees. State Senator Sal DiDomenico speaking to attendees. The Everett Fire Department alongside the memorial stone outside the Ferry Street Fire Station. Fire Captain Derek Perretti led the ceremony. Fire Chief Joseph Hickey speaking to attendees. The Everett Fire Department Honor Guard. The Everett Firefighters Memorial outside the Ferry Street Fire Station. Bishop Rober t Brown speaking to attendees. Everett firefighters and their children attended Firefighters Memorial Sunday. CEREMONY | FROM PAGE 20 the ceremony, organizers thanked those in attendance and all were invited to partake in refreshments inside the Ferry Street Fire Station. Firefighters Memorial Sunday is recognized throughout the Commonwealth on the second Sunday in June each year to honor all departed firefighters. The Everett Fire Department joins in this tradition every year to honor and remember the service of those who have passed. Everett firefighters placing the ceremonial wreaths at the memorial stone.

Page 22 THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, JunE 13, 2025 VOTES | FROM PAGE 10 “If it’s done wrong, it’ll come back and we’ll have to discuss the whole thing again,” Councillor at-Large John Hanlon added. “I’d rather not.” The matter came up for a vote after Matewsky spoke up. “Let’s get it over with,” he said vigorously. He also asked what was wrong with the word “luxury” being used in the description of The Sofia. Rogers countered, “The developers already agreed not to use it, so why go back on it.” Afterwards, Mejia said the changes will be incorporated into an agreement for DeMaria to sign. That will be reviewed by the Economic Assistance Coordinating Council in the state Executive Office of Economic Development. Lattanzi added that any changes will be grammatical in nature. 380 Second Street is in an area known as the Commercial Triangle Economic DeDIDOMENICO | FROM PAGE 9 gram that became law in last year’s budget. By again delivering free tuition and fees for residents, the FY26 proposal continues its support for this vital initiative that expands economic opportunity in a regionally equitable manner across the Commonwealth. Other education investments include: • $492M for the Special Education (SPED) Circuit Breaker (in addition to other funding) to fulfill the promise of 75 per cent reimbursement for eligible tuition and transportation costs, recommending $682M in total to reimburse school districts for the cost of educating students with disabilities • $183M for charter school reimbursements • $275.8M for scholarships to students • $103.7M to reimburse school districts for regional school transportation costs • $30M for higher education wraparound services • $16M for rural school aid support • $14.2M for early college programs and $13.1M for dual velopment District, between Revere Beach Parkway/Route 19 and the Mystic River, bordered by Lower Broadway to the west. A motion by Matewsky to have it renamed “to something more appealable to the neighborhood” was referred to the City Office of Planning and Community Development for consideration. Other business In other business, a motion to appoint John Russolillo as Director of Human Resources was referred to the Legislative Affairs Subcommittee, where all new appointments are reviewed before full Council action. A motion by Martins and Rogers requesting the federal Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agency to not use municipal parking lots, including school and police areas, which was also a subject of a recent discussion with Police Chief Paul Strong, was sent to the Police Department for consideration. enrollment, along with $8M for Reimagining High School to empower high school students to take college courses prior to graduation • $5M to support continued implementation of the Massachusetts Inclusive Concurrent Higher Education law, including funding to help high school students with intellectual disabilities aged 18– 22 access higher education opportunities; and funding for the Massachusetts Inclusive Concurrent Enrollment Trust Fund. • $3M for the Genocide Education Trust Fund • $3M for the Civics Education Trust Fund • $1M for Hate Crimes Prevention Grants to support public schools Community support Highlighting the Senate’s longstanding commitment to a sustainable state–local partnership, this budget provides significant resources to support all Massachusetts cities and towns, ensuring that the state can meet the needs of every region, DIDOMENICO | SEE PAGE 26 HART | FROM PAGE 18 erable time and energy into planning and facilitating tonight’s graduation ceremony. I am proud to be part of this team that gives your graduation ceremony the care and attention it deserves. I would like to call your attention to the flags that surround this stage, signifying the many countries of origin of our students and families, and which serves as a reminder of our commitment to celebrating diversity and inclusivity. Tonight is not like any other night in June. It is not like any other night on our school calendar. It is a night for Everett to honor and celebrate our amazing seniors, the dedicated faculty who prepared and mentored you during your time at Everett High School, and the proud parents, relatives, and loved ones who have filled this historic stadium for this momentous occasion. Being among the first to formally congratulate you has a BABCOCK | FROM PAGE 19 ‘Emilia said it was okay!’ That one’s on you (hopefully they laugh). But you gotta just do things you believe are right and worth it. This philosophy has had a profound effect on my life, and I would like to share some advice that it has taught me with you all today… in hopes that it will have the same effect on you guys. First off, you can’t plan your way into happiness. Some of us knew exactly what we wanted to do after high school. Some of us changed our minds every semester. And some of us are still figuring it out. And that’s okay because we are living in a very uncertain world. Sometimes, the best parts of life happen when you stop planning and just say yes. You don’t always find joy by following a script. Some of life’s greatest adventures begin the moment you stop overthinking and just go for it. If we’re always overthinking or overplanning, then we’re not truly present. We have to write our own story…one moment at a time. That means being aware, staying curious, and leaving room for change. My little extra significance for me. This is my first full academic year as Superintendent of Schools — a fact that several people have pointed out to me in recent days, including your Class Vice President, Manal Bouhou. In addition, as many of you know, my office has been temporarily located at Everett High School. And let me tell you — this has given me the unique chance to fully experience life inside one of largest and most diverse high schools in Massachusetts. I have been inspired by being with you and among you, observing and absorbing the rhythm and energy you create every day. Watching you learn. Watching you compete and perform. And, most of all, watching you interact with each other and your teachers, proves to me that we have not only educated you but have readied you to be influencers and change-makers in a more culmom has a passion for photography, and I’ve come to really admire how she freezes moments in time, creating little pieces of memories we can hold onto. But I’ve also learned something else: if you’re always behind the lens, you might miss the actual moment. Being fully present—eyes open, heart engaged—is the real memory-maker. Some of my favorite memories didn’t come from a todo list. They came from saying yes to something unexpected. Spontaneity is where the stories live. The kind that starts with, “Okay, so we weren’t planning to, but…” and ends with something you’ll talk about for years. For example, we planned our senior prank 12 hours before it happened. Now we have a story to tell. The truth is being spontaneous isn’t just about doing fun things. It’s about trusting yourself enough to take a chance. It’s about knowing that even if it doesn’t work out exactly the way you thought it would, you’re still going to have a story to tell, a memory that’s yours, or a mistake to learn from. Mistakes teach more than perfection ever could. Perturally sensitive and mutually accepting society. This was especially true over the past several weeks, as we held a series of celebratory events that led up to tonight’s graduation ceremony. Whether it was seeing you arrive at Senior Prom — all style and smiles — or graciously accepting academic honors and/or scholarships inside the Everett High School Auditorium, you have brought honor to your families, our school district, our city and beyond. We leave here tonight, with so much pride, and so much accomplished. We will wake up tomorrow to a new day, knowing that the future is yet to be realized by all of you. On behalf of the Everett Public Schools, we are proud of the mark you have left on Everett High School and the impact I know you will have on our futures. So, to the members of the Class of 2025: You did it! Let’s hear it for our graduates! fection might feel safe, but it doesn’t challenge us. Mistakes, on the other hand, force us to think differently, to adapt, and most importantly, to grow. Every wrong turn, every failed attempt, every “I wish I’d done that differently” moment all carry a lesson that perfection can’t offer. You don’t grow by staying in your comfort zone, and you don’t learn from the things you’ve never dared to try. Growth happens when we make mistakes, and wisdom begins the moment we embrace them. Look, even if you zoned out during the last few minutes and didn’t catch what I’ve been saying … just remember this … Nike was onto something with that motto. Sometimes, you’ve really gotta just do it. If we are always planning, then we are just humans doing rather than humans being. Listen to that again… If we are always planning…then we are just humans doing…rather than humans being. So to the Class of 2025, I hope you take the risk, ask the question, have fun, and say yes to something unexpected. You won’t always get it right—but you’ll always get a story. And sometimes, that’s even better.”

THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, JunE 13, 2025 Page 23 ELECTION 2025 | FROM PAGE 1 port my candidacy. Over the past several months, I have been asked about my plans for the upcoming election in November. Many have expressed their support and have urged me to run for mayor. I am overwhelmed and humbled by the outpouring [of that support].” If Van Campen had decided to pull papers yesterday (June 12), that would leave the Ward 5 seat wide open, but no one has pulled papers as of yet. According to the city website, Peter Pietrantonio has also pulled papers for mayor and his current council seat. Current Councillors John Hanlon, Guerline Alcy Jabouin, Michael Marchese, Katy Rogers, Stephanie Smith and Wayne Matewsky have pulled papers to run for the at-large seats, along with Matthew Costello, Millie Cardello and former Ward 3 Councillor Darren Costa. With Matewsky running for an at-large seat, his Ward 1 seat is up for grabs and is currently being contested by Michele Capone and Asst. City Clerk Peter Napolitano, who both have already pulled papers. Matewsky was a Councillor-at-Large from 2016 to 2021, immediately after his two-year term as a state representative. Prior to that, he served the residents of Ward 1 as its councillor for many years, before stepping down from that position for health reasons. He became the Ward 1 Councillor once again in 2022, when then-Councillor Fred Capone ran for mayor. Matewsky ran for the Ward 1 council seat once again, beFORT | FROM PAGE 18 circumstances around you and how you unknowingly contribute to them. Always use your voice for what you believe in, even if it doesn’t refl ect the status quo. I would like to thank all the teachers who have shaped me from Pre- School to Highschool, I have not forgotten a single one and I hope you all take my accomplishments as your own. Shout out to the STEM Pathway for giving me a space to grow while pursuing cause the campaign was less strenuous, but now he says, “I’m feeling much better, and the response that I’ve received has been fabulous throughout the city.” Costello, a 2011 Everett High School graduate who starred on its football team, attended Princeton University, where he played on its football team while earning a Bachelor’s degree in political science. He currently works as a fi nancial services professional for an insurance company. “I want to help make the city a better place for people to live in,” Costello said. “I want people to feel like they have someone who has their interests in mind.” In other races, Ward 2 Councillor and Council President Stephanie Martins is running for reelection. “I am running again,” Martins said, “because the work is just beginning.” Balwinder Singh Gill has also pulled papers for the Ward 2 seat. Mr. Gill, a 31-year resident of Everett, is the president of the Sikh Temple in Everett and is very well-respected member of Everett’s growing Hindu and Nepalese community. In Wards 3 and 4, current Councillors Anthony DiPierro and Holly Garcia have pulled papers. In Ward 3, Maria Bussell has pulled papers. In Ward 6, Alfred Lattanzi, who once represented that district, is a candidate for that seat, as is incumbent Peter Pietrantonio. For the School Committee at-large seats, current members Kristin Bairos, Samantha Hurley and Joseph LaMonica have pulled papers, as have James Booker, Darren Costa and Millie Cardello. In Ward 1, my passions, but also for exposing me to a diverse group of people that I will always hold close. And to Randy Cruz, my very best friend I would like to remind you. First is the worst, second is the best. As we leave this stadium tonight, be excited for the new lives you will start. You will constantly face failure but never forget that it costs nothing to get back up and start over again. Good Luck Class of 2025 and know that I will always be in your corner. current offi ceholder Margaret Cornelio is the only one who has pulled papers to date. In Ward 2, current officeholder Joanna Garren and Jason Marcus have pulled papers. Wards 3, 4, 5 and 6 representatives Jeanne Cristiano, Robin Babcock, Marcony Almeida Barros and Joseph D’Onofrio have pulled papers for reelection. In Ward 3, Leonard Henry Jordan has pulled papers. In Ward 6, Thomas E. Abruzzese has pulled papers. Of note, only Matewsky and Rogers have returned their papers with the required number of registered voter signatures. A total of 500 is required for the mayoral race, including at least 25 from each ward; and 250 is needed for the at-large councillor and school committee seats; as well as 100 for the specifi c ward seats. SPRING POP-UP MARKET SATURDAYS 11AM - 2PM MAY 17 JUNE 21 THE YARD @ BEACHMONT SQUARE 10 SUFFOLK DOWNS BOULEVARD SUFFOLK DOWNS - REVERE, MA (Steps from Beachmont Station & Amaya ) JOIN US AT OUR UPCOMING SPRING POP-UP MARKETS, IN PARTNERSHIP WITH REVERE BEACH FARMER’S MARKET, FOR A DAY OF FARM-FRESH GOODIES, ARTISANAL BITES, AND FUN SPRING ACTIVITIES! S!

Page 24 THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, JunE 13, 2025 Massachusetts Kids Boating & Fishing Week – June 7 to 15, 2025 T he Massachusetts Marine Trades Association (MMTA) is happy to announce that Governor Maura Healey, LT. Governor Kim Driscoll and the Commonwealth of Massachusetts have offi cially proclaimed June 7th to 15th as KIDS Boating and Fishing Week in Massachusetts (Proclamation below and attached). Massachusetts KIDS Boating & Fishing week will take place from June 7 to 15, 2025. This vital effort encourages and promotes youth boating and fi shing events around the state. This will be the seventh year the MMTA has promoted the events and timeframe. Currently, seven registered events City of Everett, Massachusetts Treasurer/Tax Collector 484 Broadway Everett, MA 02149 Tel: (617) 394-2315 Fax: (617) 394-2453 Legal Notice The City of Everett, the Awarding Authority, invites sealed bids from qualified Contractors for the On-Call Fencing Services for the City of Everett. Sealed bids with the designation, “On-Call Fencing Services for the City of Everett” shall be mailed or delivered to Monica Ford, Interim Chief Procurement Officer, City of Everett, Everett City Hall, 484 Broadway, Room 15, first floor, Everett, MA 02149 until 12:00 PM local time on June 30, 2025. Bid opening will be held in Everett City Hall, Procurement Office, 484 Broadway, Room 14, Everett, MA 02149. The purpose of this procurement is for the City of Everett to contract with a qualified Fencing Company who is capable of performing various fencing installation, maintenance and repair services at any time when the department does not have the available resources to do so. The types of services to be covered include, but are not limited to furnish all labor, materials, equipment and incidentals required and install the chain link fence and gates as specified herein. The work is estimated to cost $100,000. Minimum wage rates are required for this project per M.G.L. c. 30, 39M. Bids shall be accompanied by a bid deposit that is not less than five (5%) of the greatest possible bid amount and made payable to the City of Everett shall be included with the bid. Labor & Materials Payment Bond is required and shall be for fifty (50%) of Contract price. All requests for Bid documents must be emailed to purchasing@ci.everett.ma.us Selection of the contractor will be based upon bidder qualifications, including evidence of past performance in similar projects, and bid price and as outlined in the Bid Documents. The contract will be awarded to the bidder deemed by the awarding authority to be the lowest responsive and responsible bidder. The bidder agrees that its bid shall be good and may not be withdrawn for a period of 30 days, Saturdays, Sundays, and legal holidays excluded, after the opening of the bids. The City reserves the right to waive any informalities, to accept or reject, in whole or in part any or all bids, or take whatever other action may be deemed to be in the best interest of the City. This bid is being procured pursuant to M.G.L. Chapter 30, 39M. Monica Ford, Interim Chief Procurement Officer June 13, 2025 H ough our Melrose Arts and Crafts won’t be starting up until this September, Pat Boyer and members made and donated 10 fi dget mats to the Melrose HealthCare nursing home in Melrose. Activities Director Martini Beaujour (on right) was thrilled to receive them for her patients. Again, if you are interested in sharing your love of crafts please don’t hesitate to get in touch with our membership Chairperson, Carol Butt, at 781729-7527. Members are from 12 cities and towns in the Melrose area. are scheduled to participate in 2025. The dates of Massachusetts Kids Boating & Fishing week once again overlap with Great Outdoors Month and National Fishing and Boating Week - National Fishing and Boating Week Info (takemefi shing. org). One of the key objectives of Massachusetts KIDS Boating & Fishing Week events is to highlight the off erings from boating and fi shing industry organizations and businesses for kids in our state, and to introduce new kids to the water. Approximately 70 percent of adult boaters started boating when they were kids, and the MMTA recognizes that the more kids we can get on the water safely and smartly today, the better off our industry will be tomorrow. This year, one of the highlights of the events will focus on providing information about the new Hanson Milone Safe Boating bill, which Governor Healey signed into law in January. The bill will take eff ect in April 2026 and require a boating license for all boaters in the state. KIDS Boating & Fishing events include: KIDS in Boating Class - June 7th, 10:00 AM to 11:30 AM - Marine Max Boston / Bay Pointe Marina KIDS in Boating Class - June 7th, 10:00 AM to 11:30 AM - Marine Max Danvers Touch a Boat Day / KIDS in Boating - June 7th, 10:00 AM to 12:30 PM - Nantucket Boat Basin Foxboro KIDS Fishing Derby - June 8th, 9 AM to 12 PM – Neponset Reservoir - Foxboro KIDS in Boating Day - June 14th, 11 AM to 2 PM - Charlestown Marina Youth Fishing Derby with , 8 AM to Confi KIDS - June 14th 10:00 AM - Buzzards Bay KIDS in Boating Day - June 15th, 11 AM to 2 PM - Boston Harbor Shipyard & Marina For more information on Mass KIDS Boating & Fishing Week, please visit: www.masskidsboatingday.org Melrose Arts & Crafts Society

THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, JunE 13, 2025 Page 25 OBITUARIES Joseph A. “Jay” Andreotti O f Everett. Entered into eternal rest unexpectedly, on Wednesday, June 4, 2025, after being stricken at home. He was 92 years old; 15 days shy of his 93rd birthday. He was a fi refi ghter for the City of Everett, retiring after 36 years of service. Jay was also a skilled carpenter, making furniture for both inside and outside of houses. He was just a talented man. Jay served honorably with the United States Army during the Korean Confl ict. Jay was the dear son of the late Rocco and Josephine (Bonuso) Andreotti; the beloved husband of Dolores M. (Laezza) Andreotti for over 66 years; the dear and devoted father of Rocco Andreotti and his wife, Cindy of Everett, Carole Andreotti and Marc Baldwin of Everett and Paul Andreotti and his wife, Lisa of Medford; loving grandfather of Chantal Ragucci, Christina Nasman and her husband, Benjamin, Ashley Andreotti, Cara Andreotti, Joshua Baldwin and Ava Andreotti; and loving great-grandfather of Clark Joseph Morrison - LEGAL NOTICE - COMMONWEALTH OF MASSACHUSETTS THE TRIAL COURT PROBATE AND FAMILY COURT Middlesex Division Docket No. MI25P2825EA Estate of: CATHERINE M. HOOVER Date of Death: April 10, 2025 INFORMAL PROBATE PUBLICATION NOTICE To all persons interested in the above captioned estate, by Petition of Petitioner Stephen A. Hoover of Everett, MA a Will has been admitted to informal probate. Stephen A. Hoover of Everett, MA has been informally appointed as the Personal Representative of the estate to serve without surety on the bond. The estate is being administered under informal procedure by the Personal Representative under the Massachusetts Uniform Probate Code without supervision by the Court. Inventory and accounts are not required to be filed with the Court, but interested parties are entitled to notice regarding the administration from the Personal Representative and can petition the Court in any matter relating to the estate, including distribution of assets and expenses of administration. Interested parties are entitled to petition the Court to institute formal proceedings and to obtain orders terminating or restricting the powers of Personal Representatives appointed under informal procedure. A copy of the Petition and Will, if any, can be obtained from the Petitioner. June 13, 2025 and Viviana Nasman. Relatives and friends were invited to attend Jay’s visiting hours in the Cafasso & Sons Funeral Home, 65 Clark St. (Corner of Main St.) Everett, Sunday, June 8. His funeral took place at the funeral home on Monday, with a funeral Mass to follow in St. Anthony’s Church. Burial with U.S. Army Military Honors in the family lot at the Woodlawn Cemetery, Everett. Contributions in Jay’s memory to the New England Center and Home for Veterans, 17 Court St., Boston, MA 02108 would be sincerely appreciated. Marie A. Mulry f Everett. Entered into eternal rest on Sunday, June 8, 2025, in the Life Care Center of Stoneham after being in failing health. She was 92 years old. Born in Everett, Marie was a lifelong resident. She worked as a secretary for General Electric Company. Marie was the daughter of O the late Charles Sachetta and Anna Pensavalli; the beloved wife of the late Richard Francis Mulry; the dear and devoted mother of Nancy A. Murphy and her husband, John of Everett and Richard J. Mulry Burial will follow at the Woodlawn Cemetery, Everett. In lieu of fl owers, contributions in Marie’s memory to the Alzheimer’s Association, 320 Nevada St., Newton, MA 02460, would be sincerely appreciated Parking with attendants on duty. and his wife, Carolee of Malden; the devoted twin sister of Anna Raso of Everett and sister of James Sachetta of Everett and the late Charles Sachetta, Dominic Sachetta, Gaspar Sachetta, Frank Sachetta, Gus Sachetta, Salvatore Sachetta, Catherine Sforza and Angela Monsini; the loving grandmother of Karen Uga and Michael Daly and loving great-grandmother of Brianna Uga, John Uga, Samantha Uga and Alex Uga. Relatives and friends are respectfully invited to attend Marie’s visiting hours in the Cafasso & Sons Funeral Home, 65 Clark St. (Corner of Main St.) EVERETT, Friday, June 13, 2025, from 4-7 p.m. Marie’s funeral service will be in the funeral home on Saturday at 10 a.m. For Advertising with Results, call The Advocate Newspapers at 617-387-2200 or Info@advocatenews.net

Page 26 THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, JunE 13, 2025 Sa nr Sa a y Senior Seni by Jim Miller Essential Legal Documents All Seniors Should Have Dear Savvy Senior, What kinds of legal documents do I need to help my family take care of me in my elder years? I would like to get my aff airs in order but could use some help. Approaching 80 Dear Approaching, All adults, especially an older adult like yourself, should have at least fi ve legal documents to protect yourself and your family. These documents will make sure your wishes regarding your estate are legal and clear and will help minimize any confl icts and confusion with your family and your health care providers if you become seriously ill or when you die. Here are the key documents you need, along with some tips to help you create them. Durable Power of Attorney: This document allows you to designate someone you trust to handle your fi nancial aff airs if you become incapacitated. Advance Directive: This includes two documents that spell out your wishes regarding your end-of-life medical treatment. The two documents are a “living will” which tells your doctor what kind of care you want to receive if you become incapacitated. And a “health care power of attorney” (or health care proxy), which names a person you authorize to make medical decisions on your behalf if you’re unable. To complement your advance directive, you should also consider getting a Physician Orders for Life-Sustaining Treatment – see POLST.org. This is a state specific form that your doctor would fi ll out that translates your end-of-life wishes into medical orders to ensure your wishes are carried out. A Will: This lets you spell out your wishes of how you’d like your property and assets distributed after you die, whether it’s to family, friends or a charity. It also allows you to designate an executor to ensure your wishes are carried out and allows you to name guardians if you have dependent children. In addition to a will, if you own real estate or have considerable assets, another option you may want to consider is a “revocable living trust.” This functions like a will but allows your estate to avoid the time and expense of probate (the public legal process that examines your estate after you die) and helps ensure your estate’s privacy. HIPPA Release: This form gives your healthcare provider permission to discuss your medical care and medical bills with those you designate. You may need specifi c HIPAA release forms for each medical professional or health care establishment you deal with. Do-It-Yourself If you have a simple estate and an uncomplicated family situation, there are do-it-yourself resources that can help you create all these documents for a few hundred dollars. Some top-rated options to consider include Quicken WillMaker & Trust software (see WillMaker. com), Trust & Will (TrustandWill.com) and Legal Zoom (LegalZoom.com). Get Help If, however, you want or need assistance or if you have a complicated fi nancial situation, blended family or have considerable assets, you should hire an attorney. An experienced lawyer can make sure you cover all your bases – especially when writing a will or living trust – which can help avoid family confusion and squabbles after you’re gone. Costs will vary depending on where you reside, but you can expect to pay somewhere between $500 and $2,000 for a basic estate plan that includes a will, power of attorney and advance directive. If you want your estate plan to include a living trust, that can run anywhere between $1,500 and $5,000. The National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys (NAELA.org) and the National Association of Estate Planners and Councils (NAEPC.org) are two good resources that have directories on their websites to help you fi nd someone in your area. If money is tight, check with your state’s bar association (see FindLegalHelp.org) to fi nd low-cost legal help in your area. Or call the Eldercare Locater at 800-677-1116 for a referral. Send your questions or comments to questions@savvysenior.org, or to Savvy Senior, P.O. Box 5443, Norman, OK 73070. nior ior DIDOMENICO | FROM PAGE 22 city and town—and leave no corner of the Commonwealth behind. The proposal includes $1.337 billion in funding for Unrestricted General Government Aid (UGGA), the primary source of direct state aid to Massachusetts towns and cities, an increase of $38.7M over FY25. UGGA funding supports resources for municipalities as they collectively confront increased fi scal constraints at the local level. The budget establishes a special commission to study how local aid is distributed, evaluate its effectiveness and equity and make recommendations to maximize the equity of the distribution. In addition to traditional sources of local aid, this budget also increases payments in lieu of taxes (PILOT) for state-owned land to $54.5M. PILOT funding is a source of supplemental local aid for cities and towns working to protect and improve access to essential services and programs. To further help communities thrive, the Senate Budget proposal gives communities, not the Legislature, the final say when issuing liquor licenses for restaurants and bars. Other local investments include: • $214M for Regional Transit Authorities (RTAs) to support regional public transportation systems, including funds to maintain and continue expansions to regional bus service, sustain systemwide fare free transit service and support RTA commuter operations • $116M for local housing authorities • $54.5M for PILOT to cities and towns for state-owned land • $52.9M for libraries • $29.9M in grants to Councils on Aging • $26.2M for the Mass Cultural Council The FY26 budget codifies fare-free RTA service, which will require all RTAs to eliminate passenger fares for fi xed routes and ADA-required paratransit service. With this measure, the Senate continues to prioritize regional equity, supporting RTAs as an essential public service that connects communities and provides a crucial connection for commuters, students, seniors and people with disabilities. Health, mental health, and family care The Senate’s FY26 budget funds MassHealth at $22.41 billion, an increase of $2.34 billion over the last fi scal year. As the largest cost driver in the state’s budget, MassHealth alone accounts for 65 per cent of the total spending increase over the FY25 budget. Amid uncertainty in Washington, this budget maintains access to comprehensive health care coverage for over 2 million Massachusetts residents. MassHealth covers affordable, accessible and comprehensive health care services for more than one in four residents, nearly half of all children and seven out of every 10 nursing facility residents. To help keep healthcare costs down, the Senate Budget proposal includes a provision which will target high-cost prescription drugs and ensure that the price for the drugs does not far exceed the value. Other health investments include: • $3.2 billion for a range of services and focused support for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities • $1.73 billion to support the Personal Care Attendant program and its historic collective bargaining agreement that raised the wage scale to $25 per hour • $694M for adult support services, including $19M to support jail diversion initiatives to better serve individuals with mental illness and substance use disorders and connect them with appropriate treatment • $582.1M for nursing facility Medicaid rates, including $112M in additional base rate payments to maintain competitive wages • $386.4M for Department of Mental Health (DMH) hospital and community-based services • $237.7M for Department of Public Health (DPH) hospital operations • $179.9M for the Bureau of Substance Abuse Services (BSAS), including $1.5M in new funding to develop the state’s recovery coach workforce, which will support key initiatives from last session’s Substance Use Disorder and Recovery Coach Licensure Act • $132M for children’s mental health services • $102M for nursing facility enhanced Medicaid rates to begin implementation of the 2024 Long-Term Care Act • $79.9M for domestic violence prevention services • $39.3M for Early Intervention (EI) services • $35M for Family Resource Centers (FRCs) to maintain mental health resources available to families • $26.5M for family and adolescent health, including $11.2M for comprehensive family planning services and $6.7M to enhance federal Title X family planning funding • $22.6M for school-based DIDOMENICO | SEE PAGE 27

THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, JunE 13, 2025 Page 27 DIDOMENICO | FROM PAGE 26 health programming and services • $20M to recapitalize the Behavioral Health, Access, Outreach and Support Trust Fund to support targeted behavioral health initiatives • $14.3M for suicide prevention and intervention, with an additional $1.8M for Samaritans Inc. and $1.1M for the Call2Talk suicide prevention hotline; this investment protects and fully funds 9-8-8, the 24/7 suicide and crisis lifeline. • $14.7M for maternal and child health, including $10.8M for pediatric palliative care services for terminally ill children and a policy adjustment to ensure that children up to age 22 can continue to be served through the program • $12.7M for Meals on Wheels and other nutrition programs for seniors. • $6M for Social Emotional Learning (SEL) grants to bolster support for K-12 students • $5.5M for children advocacy centers to maintain critical support available to children that have been neglected or sexually abused • $5M for workforce support for community health centers, including loan forgiveness • $5.2M for the Offi ce of the Child Advocate • $3.8M for the Massachusetts Center on Child Wellbeing & Trauma • $2.5M for veterans’ mental and behavioral health services through the Home Base program • $2M for grants for improvements in reproductive health access, infrastructure and safety Expanding and protecting opportunities The Senate is committed to expanding opportunity and supporting the state’s most vulnerable residents; therefore, this budget maintains the annual child’s clothing allowance, providing $500 per child for eligible families to buy clothes for the upcoming school year. The budget also fully annualizes the FY25 10 per cent increase to Transitional Aid to Families with Dependent Children (TAFDC) and Emergency Aid to the Elderly, Disabled BEACON | SEE PAGE 28 # of Units # of Bedrooms 2 Studio 1 1 2-Bedroom 1-Bedroom Minimum Incomes (set by owner + based on # of bedrooms + Area Median Income (AMI)) # of Bedrooms Maximum Income (80% AMI) Studio $63,510 1-Bedroom $71,850 4 Income-Restricted Rental Units Rent* $2,117 $2,395 $2,652 Maximum Income Limit (% AMI) 80% 80% 80% *Rent includes water/sewer. Tenants are responsible for all other utilities, including cable/internet (optional). Maximum Incomes (set by HUD + based on household size + Area Median Income (AMI)) Household Size 1 2 3 4 2-Bedroom $79,560 5 6 Maximum Income (80% AMI) $92,650 $105,850 $119,100 $132,300 $142,900 $153,500 *2025 Area Median Incomes for the Boston, Cambridge, Quincy, MA-NH MSA Minimum incomes do not apply to households receiving housing assistance such as Section 8, MRVP, or VASH. Applications are available during the application period, from Monday, June 9th, 2025 — Friday, August 8th, 2025 To request an online application or to have one sent by email, visit www.366BroadwayAffordables.com or email 366Broadway@MaloneyProperties.com or call (617) 531-7123 Ext 779 | US Relay 711 If you cannot complete the application online, please call us at (617) 531-7123 Ext 779 | US Relay 711, to request that we mail you one and to ask us for any support or guidance you might need to complete the application. Applications can also be picked up in-person at: Parlin Memorial Library 410 Broadway Everett, MA 02149 During normal business hours DEADLINE: Applications must be submitted online, faxed, or postmarked no later than Friday, August 8th, 2025 Mailed to: Maloney Properties, Inc. Attn: 366 Broadway Lottery 27 Mica Lane, Wellesley, MA 02481 Information Session: Attendance at the information session is not required. The session will be recorded and available for at-request viewing Wednesday, July 9th, 2025 @ 12pm https://maloneyproperties.zoom.us/j/89438148436?pwd=JTl3VBHCIKgWEs5JVL20t1Kb7EnUoy.1 Meeting ID: 894 3814 8436 Passcode: 922971 ● Selection by Lottery. Use & Occupancy Restrictions Apply. For more information, language assistance, or reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities, please call (617) 531-7123 Ext 779 | US Relay 711 or email 366Broadway@MaloneyProperties.com Equal Housing Opportunity City of Everett Income-Restricted Rental Opportunity 366 Broadway Everett, MA 02149

Page 28 THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, JunE 13, 2025 DIDOMENICO | FROM PAGE 27 Clean-Outs! We take and dispose from cellars, attics, garages, yards, etc. Call Robert at: 781-844-0472 and Children (EAEDC) benefi t levels to help families move out of deep poverty. Additionally, an amendment ensures that pregnant women can access TAFDC at any time. In addition, the budget dedicates $82M to support food security and child nutrition initiatives, including $42M for Emergency Food Assistance to assist residents in navigating the historical levels of food insecurity, and $25.4M for the Healthy Incentives Program (HIP) to ensure access to healthy food options. Economic opportunity inThe Kid Does Clean Outs From 1 item to 1,000 * Basements * Homes * Backyards * Commercial Buildings The cheapest prices around! Call Eric: (857) 322-2854 ~ School Bus Drivers Wanted ~ 7D Licensed School Bus Drivers ADVOCATE Call now! 617-387-2200 ADVERTISE ON THE WEB AT WWW.ADVOCATENEWS.NET Malden Trans is looking for reliable drivers for the new school year. We provide ongoing training and support for licensing requirements. Applicant preferably lives local (Malden, Everett, Revere). Part-time positions available and based on AM & PM school hours....15-30 hours per week. Good driver history from Registry a MUST! If interested, please call David @ 781-322-9401. CDL SCHOOL BUS DRIVER WANTED Compensation: $28/hour School bus transportation company seeking active CDL drivers who live LOCALLY (Malden, Everett, Chelsea and immediate surrounding communities). - Applicant MUST have BOTH S and P endorsements as well as Massachusetts school bus certificate. Good driver history from Registry a MUST! - Part-time hours, BUT GUARANTEED 20-35 HOURS PER WEEK depending on experience. Contact David @ 781-322-9401. vestments include: • $467M for TAFDC and $209M for EAEDC to provide the necessary support as caseloads increase • $142.9M for DTA caseworkers to protect access to crucial fi nancial assistance, food support, and employment and training programs for some of the state’s most vulnerable residents • $59.4M for adult basic education services to improve access to skills necessary to join the workforce • $42M for Massachusetts Emergency Food Assistance • $25.4M for HIP to support healthy food access for households in need • $20.6M for employment services programs to help people with lower incomes move toward economic independence • $15.5M for the Women, Infants, & Children Nutrition Program (WIC) • $9.2M for career technical institutes to increase the state’s skilled worker population and provide residents with access to career technical training opportunities, which will combine DIDOMENICO | SEE PAGE 30 CLASSIFIEDS

THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, JunE 13, 2025 Page 29 1. June 13 is World Softball Day; the game was first called by other names, including what that includes an animal’s name? 2. What is a Trekkie? 3. The title of what 1902 novel by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle includes the name of a typeface? 4. On June 14, 1777, what group approved the national fl ag design of the Stars and Stripes? 5. On what TV star’s shows were the June Taylor Dancers featured? 6. In what year was the fi rst known use of the term “snail mail”: 1982, 1990 or 2021? 7. The Bridge of Flowers is in what county with a Founding Father namesake? 8. June 15 is Father’s Day; in 2017 the Guinness World Record for largest game of catch on Father’s Day was in a suburb of what city called “Hog Butcher for the World”? 9. What member of the “Rat Pack” is known for popularizing the song “That’s Life”? 10. The 2025 Scripps National Spelling Bee winning word was éclaircissement, which means what? 11. What poet liked to stay in her family home and wrote, “To see the Summer Sky / Is Poetry, though never in a Book it lie – / True Poems fl ee –“? 12. On June 16, 1784, what country that is part of The Netherlands forbid wearing orange clothing? 13. How are computer glitch, insect and nonspecifi c sickness similar? 14. Who was the fi rst U.S. president (from New England) who did not own slaves? 15. On June 17, 1775, was the Battle of Bunker Hill; which side had more casualties? 16. Which state (Wright Brothers were born there) was technically not a state until 1953? 17. June 18 is International Sushi Day; in 1958 why was conveyor belt sushi invented? 18. How are Springer, Cocker and King Charles similar? 19. In which state is the largest national park: Alaska, Nevada or New Mexico? 20. On June 19, 1897, Moe Howard was born; he was part of what threesome? ANSWERS Steps Stoops Rebuilt or Repaired Chimney Rebuilt or Repaired House Foundation Leaks Repaired All Basement Repairs Chimney Inspection Roofing & Siding Masonry Repairs Window Installation & Repairs Drywall & Carpentry Waterproofing Frank Berardino MA License 31811 • 24 - Hour Service • Emergency Repairs BERARDINO Plumbing & Heating Residential & Commercial Service Gas Fitting • Drain Service 617.699.9383 Senior Citizen Discount American Exterior and Window Corporation Contact us for all of your home improvement projects and necessities. Call Jeff or Bob Toll Free: 1-888-744-1756 617-699-1782 / www.americanexteriorma.com Windows, Siding, Roofing, Carpentry & More! All estimates, consultations or inspections completed by MA licensed supervisors. *Over 50 years experience. *Better Business Bureau Membership. ADVOCATE ONLINE: www.advocatenews.net Insured and Registered Complete Financing Available. No Money Down. C B& FOR RENT - EVERETT 1 & 2 Bedroom Apts. All New - Off-Street Parking - Central AC - Gas Heat - Hardwood Floors. Going Fast! Call: (617) 839-8954 & leave message Landscaping, Inc. 781-233-0348 * Landscaping Maintenance * Mulch * Lawn Mowing & Dethatching * Spring & Fall Clean-ups * Owner-Operated FREE ESTIMATES * CANDBLANDSCAPINGINC.COM Licensed & Insured We follow Social Distancing Guidelines! Free Estimates Carpentry * Kitchen & Bath * Roofs * Painting Decks * Siding * Carrijohomeimprovement.com Call 781-710-8918 * Saugus, MA General Contractor * Interior & Exterior 1. Kitten ball 2. A Star Trek fan 3. “The Hound of the Baskervilles” (The Baskerville typeface was designed in 1757.) 4. Continental Congress 5. Jackie Gleason’s 6. 1982 7. Franklin County, Massachusetts 8. Chicago (about 2,000 participants) 9. Frank Sinatra (“…I know I’m gonna change that tune / when I’m back on top, back on top in June”) 10. “a clearing up of something obscure” 11. Emily Dickinson 12. Holland (The once French state of Orange was inspiration for dissidents wearing orange.) 13. They are all bugs. 14. John Adams 15. The British, although they won 16. Ohio (In 1802 the Ohio Constitution was approved, but Congress forgot to approve it.) 17. Osaka restaurant owner Yoshiaki Shiraishi wanted to streamline restaurant operations. 18. They are spaniel breeds. 19. Alaska (Wrangell-St. Elias National Park) 20. The Three Stooges

Page 30 THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, JunE 13, 2025 REAL ESTATE TRANSAC TIONS Copyrighted material previously published in Banker & Tradesman/The Commercial Record, a weekly trade newspaper. It is reprinted with permission from the publisher, The Warren Group. For a searchable database of real estate transactions and property information visit: www.thewarrengroup.com. BUYER1 Bertocchi Jr, Dennis M Budhathoki, Shekhar Ghimire, Basudev Han, Shangxuan Sandoval, Leslie J BUYER2 Bertocchi, Jacqueline N Budhathoki, Reshma B Lamichhane, Kalpana Sandoval, Roberto DIDOMENICO | FROM PAGE 28 with other funding • $5M for the Secure Jobs Connect Program, providing job placement resources and assistance for homeless individuals • $4.8M for the Innovation Pathways program to continue to connect students to training and post-secondary opportunities with a focus on STEM • $1M for employment programs for young adults with disabilities Housing As the state envisions a more fi scally sustainable path for its future, increasing affordable housing opportunities and adSELLER1 Donati Irt Martel, Edmond L Parrish, Tyronne M Valle, Maria D Panarese Irt Roberto dressing housing challenges remain at the forefront of the Senate’s agenda. This budget therefore invests more than $1.16 billion in housing initiatives, dedicating resources for housing stability, residential assistance, emergency shelter services and homelessness assistance programs. The Senate’s FY26 budget deploys a humane, responsible and sustainable approach to support families and individuals in need with aff ordable, safe and secure housing options. Housing investments include: • $253M for the Massachusetts Rental Voucher Program (MRVP) thorities • $110.7M for assistance for homeless individual shelters • $57.3M for the HomeBASE program to support sustainable exits from shelter • $27.7M for homeless program administration to move people from the Emergency Assistance shelter system • $19.5M for the Alternative Housing Voucher Program (AHVP), providing rental assistance to people with disabilities • $15.8M for the Executive Offi ce of Housing and Livable Communities • $10.5M for assistance for unaccompanied homeless youth • $10M for sponsor-based SELLER2 Donati, Joseph R Snow-Parrish, Sonya Martinez, Pedro J Panarese, Carol J • $116M for local housing auADDRESS 355 Main St 51 Bennett St 23 Hampshire St 33 Mansfield St 35 Wolcott St CITY Everett Everett Everett Everett Everett supportive permanent housing to support 16 new housing units and case management services for vulnerable individuals • $8.9M for the Home and Healthy for Good re-housing and supportive services program, including funding to support homeless LGBTQ youth • $6.5M in continued support for resident service coordinators to help residents maintain stable tenancies at local housing authorities In addition to these investments in housing, the Committee’s budget includes a provision — on which the Senate has consistently led — requiring that residential rental broker’s TRINITY REAL ESTATE 321 MAIN STREET | SAUGUS, MA | VILLAGE PARK TrinityHomesRE.com Curious what your property is worth? 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