EV RETEVT V E ER T Vol. 35, No.29 -FREET www.advocatenews.net Your Local News & Sports Online! Scan & Subscribe! ADDOCCO TEAT Free Every Friday Everett Little League Minor Division Mariners capture the 2026 city championship 617-387-2200 Friday, July 24, 2026 Everett Honors the Life and Legacy of Firefi ghter John B. Benoit Special to Th e Advocate T he City of Everett is honoring the life and legacy of Firefi ghter John B. Benoit, who dedicated more than 30 years of service to the Everett Fire Department and the resiThe 2026 Everett Little League Minor Division Mariners, shown above, are the city champs. They are, from left, fi rst row, Joziah Rivera, Alex Pleytez, Dagoberto Castro, Jeremiah Duarte and Rocco Scafati. Second row, Jason Abruzzese, James Oliveira, Lenox Pham, Ellie Abruzzese, Lucas Stopford, Kaleb Olson, Brayden Dinh and Logan LaRosa. Third row, assistant coach Jonathan LaRosa, manager Chris Stopford and assistant coaches David Scafati and Jason Abruzzese. (Courtesy Photo) CITY CHAMPS | SEE PAGE 13 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 Suspended from two fi re truck ladders, the American fl ag was draped over Broadway outside the funeral home. dents of Everett. “John exemplifi ed the qualities we hold dear: integrity, compassion, dedication, and, if you knew John, a great sense of humor,” said Fire Chief Joseph Hickey. “Whether answering the call to help others, offering encouragement to a fellow fi refi ghter, or simply sharing a laugh around the station, John made a lasting impact on everyone who had the privilege of knowing him. His legacy will never be forgotten.” John proudly served the Everett Fire Department for more than three decades, following in the footsteps of his father and older brother. Throughout his career, he was known for his unwavering commitment to public service, his professionalism and the genuine care he showed to both his fellow fi refi ghters and the community. He remained an active-duty fi refi ghter until his passing after a courageous battle with Everett Firefi ghter John Benoit cancer. “There are some people whose impact reaches far beyond the job they do, and John was one of them,” said Mayor Robert J. Van Campen. “For more than three decades, he served Everett with honor while earning the respect and friendship of everyone around him. We are grateful for his service, and our thoughts are with his family and the entire Everett Fire Department during this diffi cult time.” BENOIT | SEE PAGE 4
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