Page 4 THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, AugusT 28, 2026 West Nile virus risk level raised to high in Everett T Residents are encouraged to take precautions to protect themselves from mosquito bites Special to The Advocate he Massachusetts Department of Public Health (DPH) has raised the West Nile virus (WNV) risk level in Everett to high following the confirmation of a human case in Middlesex County. This is the second confirmed human case of WNV in Massachusetts this season. WNV is most commonly spread to people through the bite of an infected mosquito. The mosquitoes that carry WNV are found throughout Massachusetts, including in urban communities. While people of any age can become infected, adults over the age of 50 are at greater risk of developing severe illness. With Everett now at a high-risk level, residents are encouraged to take additional precautions to prevent mosquito bites. Protect yourself from mosquito bites: • Use insect repellent. When spending time outdoors, use an EPA-registered repellent 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 ADVOCATE ONLINE: www.advocatenews.net containing ingredients such as DEET, picaridin, IR3535 or oil of lemon eucalyptus, following all product instructions. Permethrin can be used on clothing and gear but should not be applied directly to skin. • Cover exposed skin when possible. Long sleeves, long pants and socks can help reduce mosquito bites. • Be mindful of peak mosquito hours. Mosquito activity is often highest between dusk and dawn. Residents should consider limiting outdoor activities during these hours and use extra precautions when outside. Reduce mosquitoes around your home: Residents can help reduce mosquito populations by eliminating standing water where mosquitoes can breed. Empty water from flowerpots, buckets, wading pools and other outdoor containers, regularly change the water in birdbaths, and check gutters and drains for standing water. Residents should also make sure windows and doors have tightly fitting screens and repair any holes or damage that could allow mosquitoes inside. The City of Everett will continue to monitor guidance from DPH and share additional information with residents as needed. For more information about West Nile virus, mosquito-borne illnesses and current risk levels across Massachusetts, visit DPH’s mosquito-borne disease resources at www.mass.gov/dph/mosquito. PCSS I ranked #27 in Mass. Public High Schools by U.S. News & World Report The charter public school also ranked #23 in Boston Metro Area High schools E verett’s Pioneer Charter School of Science (PCSS I) was proud to announce its ranking as the #27 public high school in Massachusetts by U.S. News & World Report in its recently released 2026-2027 Best Massachusetts High School rankings. This places PCSS I among the top performing high schools in the state, #23 in the Boston Metro Area and #114 among charter schools nationally. The U.S. News & World Report rankings are a highly respected measure of schools’ performance, taking into account college readiness, state assessment proficiency and performance, college curriculum, underserved student performance, and graduation rates. PCSS I was one of eight charter public schools that ranked among the top 30 high schools in Massachusetts, including its sister school in Saugus: PCSS II. This year, 108 seniors from both PCSS campuses were accepted to 140 distinct colleges, including Yale, Northeastern, Massachusetts Institute of Technology and Boston University. In addition, the PCSS seniors received more than $20 million in scholarships. “At Pioneer, our goal is to prepare our students for the highest education and career success,” said PCSS I Executive Director Sanela Jonuz. “Seeing our team of staff, students, and families’ hard work pay off is rewarding, and we are honored to be listed in the top 30 public high schools in Massachusetts.” PCSS I enrollment information can be found online at Enroll - Pioneer Charter School Of Science 1. About Pioneer Charter School of Science: PCSS is a rigorous college preparatory charter school that aims to prepare educationally under-resourced students for today’s competitive world. PCSS I, which is located in Everett, serves students in Grades K through 12 from several communities north of Boston, including Everett, Chelsea and Revere. PCSS II, which is located in Saugus, serves students in Grades K through 12 from Saugus, Salem, Peabody, Lynn and Danvers.
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