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Page 2 THE EVERETT ADVOCATE–Friday, September 13, 2019 School Committee Member Almeida-Barros announces office hours for parents W ith the goal of speaking directly to parents who might need assistance or have suggestions for the Everett Public Schools, Ward 5 School Committee Member Marcony Almeida-Barros is launching monthly office hours in community-based organizations across the city, starting at La Comunidad, Inc., on Friday, September 27 at 5:30 p.m. Office Hours will be in the evenings or weekends to give working parents flexibility and better accessibility to address their kids’ education. Almeida-Barros will also hold office hours at the Family Resource Center starting in October. “There are many parents who SOLEMN | FROM PAGE 1 “I was honored to join firefighters in remembrance of 9/11,” said Mayor Carlo DeMaria in a written statement. “As we lowered flags to half-staff, we remembered the lives that were lost in the terrorist attacks Ward 5 School Committee Marcony Almeida-Barros with the Family Resource Center’s Director, Liliana Patino M.Ed. (Courtesy Photo) don’t know the function of the School Committee and our duthat took place this very day 18 years ago.” Ward 1 Councillor Fred Capone said he heard about the attacks while he was on the train travelling home from Boston to pick up his wife and then fivemonth-old daughter for a doctor’s appointment. “I remember Law Offices of John Mackey & ASSOCIATES * PERSONAL INJURY * REAL ESTATE * FAMILY LAW * GENERAL PRACTICE * PERSONAL BANKRUPTCY 14 Norwood St., Everett, MA 02149 Phone: (617) 387-4900 Fax: (617) 381-1755 John Mackey, Esq. WWW.JMACKEYLAW.COM Patricia Ridge, Esq. * Katherine M. Brown, Esq. ties as elected officials,” said Almeida-Barros. “Many of them speak Enthat day vividly,” he said. Capone said that unlike older generations, life in the post9/11 world is all his two children have ever known. “We remember how things were before,” he said. “The world that we’re in has become more complicated.” Capone also underscored the significance of acknowledging this day every September. “We keep it alive in Everett,” he said. “It’s important to do that as a community; we can never forget.” Everett also lost two of its own glish as a second language, which often prevents them from seeking out information or assistance. By being bilingual, available during the evening, and present in community-based organizations where parents might feel more comfortable to come and speak, I hope to be a direct source to guide them and their kids through our district’s offerings. The Everett Public Schools have an outstanding staff, and I’m happy to direct parents who might not know where or to whom to reach for help when needed.” Community leaders lauded his Office Hours initiative. “We are thrilled to have Marcony in our ofin the attacks. Retired teacher James Trentini and his wife Mary, a retired school secretary, were planning to visit their daughter and two grandchildren in Irvine, Calif. Their plan was to fly out of Boston on September 10. However, James was called for jury duty that day so he and his wife booked seats for the following morning on American Airlines Flight 11. The first plane to be hijacked, Flight 11 was ultimately flown into the North Tower of the World Trade Center. fice available for parents and students who might feel it’s easier to share their concerns and suggestions directly with him, at a time when they are available,” said La Comunidad’s Executive Director, Antonio Amaya. Almeida-Barros has been a constant presence at school events, but he hopes to be available to more families during his Office Hours. La Comunidad is located at 471 Broadway in Everett. The Family Resource Center is located at 548 Broadway in Everett (Maple Avenue entrance). For a monthly calendar of Office Hours, visit www. facebook.com/marconyforeverett. Everett goes to the polls By Christopher Roberson E verett residents will have their first major decision of the 2019 election cycle when they go to the polls on September 17 to vote for councillor-at-large in the Primary Election. This year’s incumbents are Councillors Wayne Matewsky, John Hanlon, Michael Marchese, Richard Dell Isola Jr. and Peter Napolitano. They are being challenged by Renee Solano, James LaVecchio, Stephen Simonelli, Catherine Tomassi Hicks, Gerly Adrien and Joseph LaMonica. The Primary will eliminate one candidate from the at-large race. The polling locations are ELECTED...”BY THE PEOPLE” COUNCILOR SIMONELLI COUNCILOR AT LARGE “FOR THE PEOPLE” TEXT 857-888-2880 PRIMARY DAY Tuesday, Sept. 17 COUNCILOR AT LARGE Voted Citywide #6A on Ballot as follows: Ward 1, Precinct 1: Connolly Center, 90 Chelsea St. Ward 1, Precinct 2: Parlin Library, 410 Broadway. Ward 2, Precincts 1 and 2: Keverian School, 20 Nichols St. Ward 3, Precinct 1: Community Center, 21 Whittier Dr. Ward 3, Precinct 2: Recreation Center, 47 Elm St. Ward 4, Precinct 1: Lafayette School, 117 Edith St. (enter on Bryant Street) Ward 4, Precinct 2: Glendale Towers, 381 Ferry St. Ward 5, Precinct 1: English School, 105 Woodville St. Ward 5, Precinct 2: City Hall, 484 Broadway Ward 6, Precinct 1: English School, 105 Woodville St. Ward 6, Precinct 2: City Services, 19 Norman St. The polls open at 7 p.m. and close at 8 p.m. (Political Adv.)
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THE EVERETT ADVOCATE–Friday, September 13, 2019 Page 5 MVRCS senior achieves semifinal status in National Merit Scholarship D avid Nguyen of Everett, a senior at Mystic Valley Regional Charter School (MVRCS), was named a National Merit Scholar Semifinalist, joining just 16,000 students nationwide in receiving the distinction. He becomes MVRCS’s first semifinalist since Kimberly Huynh reached semifinal status in 2016. He also joins an exclusive club of 25 Mystic Valley students who achieved at least commended student distinction since 2009. Nguyen was one of over 1.5 million juniors in 2018 in 21,000 high schools across America who entered the contest by taking the Preliminary SAT/National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test, which serves as an initial screen of program entrants. The nationwide pool of semifinalists, representing less than one percent of high school seniors, includes the highest-scoring entrants in each state. “This is quite an accomplishment for David,” MVRCS Assistant Director Matthew Stone said. “The Mystic Valley community is proud to salute him for his tireless efforts in the classroom. It goes without saying that this is a team effort; David’s teachers since he entered Mystic Valley 13 years ago have all played a role in his intellectual development as well as his social growth and maturation.” According to the National Merit Scholarship Corporation (NMSC), of the 16,000 semifinalists, approximately 15,000 are expected to advance to the final round – Nguyen will learn his fate in February. NMSC, a nonprofit organization that operates without government assistance, was established in 1955 specifically to conduct the annual National Merit Scholarship Program. Scholarships are underwritten by NMSC with its own funds, and there are approximately 400 business David Nguyen Mystic Valley Regional Charter School senior organizations and higher education institutions that share NMSC’s goals of honoring the nation’s scholastic champions and encouraging the pursuit of academic excellence. AUTOTECH 1989 SINCE Is your vehicle ready for the Summer Season?!! AC SPECIAL Recharge your vehicle's AC for the warm weather! Includes up to 1 IL. of Refrigerant* (*Most Vehicles) Only $59.95 DRIVE IT - PUSH IT - TOW IT! CASH FOR YOUR CAR, TRUCK OR SUV! 2012 VOLKSWAGEN JETTA SE Auto., Leather, Loaded, Excellent Condition, Clean Title, Warranty, ONLY 72K Miles! Trades Welcomed READY TO GO! 2009 HYUNDAI SANTA FE GLS 4x4, Most Power Options, New Tires, New Brakes, Just Serviced, Warranty, Only 130K Miles PRICED RIGHT! 781-321-8841 $6,995 $5,995 Easy Financing Available! 1236 Eastern Ave • Malden EddiesAutotech.com We Pay Cash For Your Vehicle!
Page 6 THE EVERETT ADVOCATE–Friday, September 13, 2019 ~ POLITICAL ANNOUNCEMENT ~ Councilor Simonelli announces candidacy for Councillor-at-Large voted citywide Start Your Weekend at the Marina Dance Party! Friday, September 13 at 9 PM Dance to all the Hits of Yesterday & Today! DJ JUSTIN Saturday, September 14 at 9 PM From Techno, House & Everything Else! DJ LOGIK MONDAY'S SHUCK! $1.00 Oysters SUNDAY BRUNCH BUFFET Only $19.95 / 11am-2pm Featuring Al Whitney Jazz Band BOOK YOUR NEXT FUNCTION WITH US * GIFT CARDS AMPLE FREE www.marinaatthewharf.com 543 North Shore Rd. Revere 781-629-3798 PARKING AMAZING WATER VIEWS Hello my Friends: It’s been an honor and privilege serving as your Councilor from Ward 2 for the last (5) terms, but my residency has changed to 16 Golden Age Circle, and because I no longer live in Ward 2, I have decided to continue serving the “People” of Everett by running for City Councilor at Large voted citywide. As most voters know, I have been successfully fighting Stage 4 throat cancer for the past four years and my fantastic doctors at MGH say I’m cancer free. Yes, I have difficulty speaking, but I have a great personal friend in former Councilor Nicky Saia with me at all Council meetings. I’m truly gratefully to have Nicky with me. He does a terrific job. I’m very proud to be a cancer survivor. Cancer really changes one’s view on life and you become truly grateful for family and friends. Every day is a gift. Cancer may have made speech difficult for me but it has not stopped me once from “singing” loudly every Sunday as Stephen Simonelli Councillor-at-Large Candidate part of the Immaculate Conception Church Choir or voting on issues that most “People” want or need to keep Everett safe and a better place to live. The “People” elected me and that is who I serve. I don’t have any allegiance to the powers that be. I ask the tough questions that not many will ask because I have no commitments to any person or corporations. My votes are based solely on the well-being of the “People” of Everett. I’m not afraid to take a stand on tough issues which I believe is in the best interest of them. A good example is the new Encore Casino. No one can deny the casino is a beautiful sight and the once polluted area is now cleaned up and looks great but I was the only City Councilor to vote “NO” based on reasons we all know and reasons that have been widely documented about what casinos might bring. Also, my “NO” vote was knowing that the Casino Corporations would be gobbling up all the properties near the lower Broadway area for themselves and their gain and leaving little for the “People” of Everett. Everett is doing great with street and sidewalk repaving and it is making a huge difference. Better traffic signs rerouting the Casino traffic are visible everywhere. The Traffic Commission is doing a great job moving traffic in and out of the casino area. I will always work to get more advanced notices of road closures and detours whenever possible. Crime and opiate use in our city is being controlled and enforced by our strong Police and Fire. I can speak first-handed, about the quick and professional response my family and I have received in times of emergency. They are always there when needed. Code Enforcement is doing their part by keeping our neighborhoods clean and safe. “We the people” are also helping out by – if you see it, report it. Social media is doing a good job reporting what is happening in Everett both good and bad. Councilor Simonelli has voted 100 percent to expand low and middle income housing especially for senior citizens. We are seeing more and more housing for our elderly and handicapped. A good example is the (77) units being built on the St. Therese’s property. Our Urban Renewal Plan is money well spent rehabbing older buildings and new construction making Everett a better place to live for our seniors and handicapped. In closing, we have a primary for Councilor at Large on September 17. I am humbly asking for (1) of your (5) votes so we can move together on Election Day this November. My motto is “For the People – By the People” and will always be. Remember, I have no commitments to anyone. As an Everett native, born and proudly raised in our city, my only ties are to us – the “People” of Everett. Thank you for your continued support and well wishes. Respectfully yours, Councilor Stephen Simonelli Monogram D4 Double siding Cedar impression half rounds Harvey Vinyl 60 Replacement Windows Custom Aluminum Trim work Windows & Doors Top quality Vinyl Siding! •Vinyl Siding •Carpentry Work •Decks •Roofing •Free Estimates •Replacement Windows •Fully Licensed •Fully Insured
THE EVERETT ADVOCATE–Friday, September 13, 2019 Page 7 Edward M. Kennedy Institute receives grant for youth social movement project B OSTON – The Edward M. Kennedy Institute for the United States Senate recently announced that it received a $500,000 grant from the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation supporting the development of a new multimedia initiative. The Institute will collaborate with youth activists in order to create an immersive and interactive visitor experience that draws upon stories of youth movements. Students will serve as advisors on the project helping to create offerings that fully engage young people in civics, government, and representation. In conjunction with the Youth Movements project, the Institute will convene a national advisory group of leaders who work with young people, ensuring that the program represents wide and ongoing youth participation. INSTITUTE | SEE PAGE 16
Page 8 THE EVERETT ADVOCATE–Friday, September 13, 2019 Melrose Arts and Crafts Society showcases variety of classes U nder the direction of Helene Butler, members of the Melrose Arts and Crafts Society made stone sculptures for their yards this past spring. We meet the last Monday of each month at the First Baptist Church in Melrose at 9:00 a.m. If this looks interesting to you, you might be surprised to learn that once a month from September to May, we have classes in jewelry-making, painting, paper-crafting, towel animals and more. We have new classes planned for the 2019-2020 season, such as ribbon flowers, paper clip earrings, crayon Christmas balls, quilting and many, more. The Teddy Bear Workshop is available if you don’t take a class. Using a pattern, members sew teddy bears in colorful fabrics, and other members stuff them at the meeting. The finished teddy bears are then sent to MelroseWakefield Hospital for children in the ER. If the classes or bear-stuffing don’t interest you, we also have “sit and knit” where members knit, crochet, work on other craft projects or get or give help to one another. Melrose Arts and Crafts Society also presents programs each month, such as the Ice Cream Social this September, our anThe Melrose Arts and Crafts Society offers classes, such as jewelry-making, painting, paper-crafting and towel animals. (Photo Courtesy of Melrose Arts and Crafts Society) nual auction in October, a Reiki Master and Life Coach in November, and a children’s author and her illustrator will be presenting in November. Come and join us for these and our spring programs. If you are artsy-craftsy, one of the best ways to see what the members of Melrose Arts and Crafts Society do is to call our Membership Chair, VeAnn Leach, at 781-662-2434 and/or visit us at the next Annual Exhibit – on Saturday, October 19, from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at the First Congregational Church (121 West Foster St. in Melrose). We will be exhibiting our members’ work through the past year, including knitted and crocheted pieces, paintings and crafted items. You can stop at our snack tables for free coffee, tea and baked goods. We will be raffling gift baskets and a colorful quilt created and donated by one of our members. You can buy raffle tickets at the exhibit, at Lucky Cat Yarns in Melrose or at Mary Rose’s Quilts & Treasures in Reading. The Melrose Arts and Crafts Annual Exhibit is free. We look forward to seeing you there. WE WORK FOR YOU! * Have your car repaired by Real Manufacturer Certiified Technicians * An I-CAR GOLD CLASS SHOP Highest Certificate in the Repair Industry * Premier Insurance Co. Collision Repair Shop for Geico, Liberty Mutual, Metlife, Progressive and more! * Over 30 Years of putting families back on the Road Safe & Fast! * ATLAS Stands Behind All Repairs with a Limited Lifetime Warranty 1605 North Shore Road, Revere * 781-284-1200 Visit us at: www.AtlasAutobody.com or call (781) 284-1200 to schedule your appointment today!
THE EVERETT ADVOCATE–Friday, September 13, 2019 Page 9 ~ POLITICAL ANNOUNCEMENT ~ Councilor Napolitano running for reelection Peter Napolitano Councilor At Large I am Peter A. Napolitano and it has been my honor for the past 20 years to serve the residents of Everett on the City Council. I am running for reelection this November and will be participating in this month’s Primary. I am humbly asking for one of your five votes for Councilor At Large so I can continue to serve your interests in the manner you deserve. I am the grandson of Italian immigrants and a life-long resident of Everett. I attended Everett High School where I met my wife of 40 years, Vivian and reside on Cottage Street with our four children. After High School, I proudly served on active duty in the United States Navy for eight years and was Honorably Discharged. As a Veteran, I learned the principles of duty, honor and courage which to this day still impact every facet of my life. I am a former Everett business owner with strong ties to the Everett business community as a past member of the Everett Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors. I have experience in commercial banking, financial planning and customer service. I am also a very active member of the Immaculate Conception parish and serve in several capacities including the Parish Finance Committee and as a Eucharistic minister. As a private citizen, I worked to reform the Everett City government into a smaller, more effective and accountable City Council. From the very beginning of my political career, I have been a strong, active advocate for City Government change and in 2011, many of our residents agreed with me and voted to change the City Charter. I have been actively involved in many of the positive changes that have impacted our community over the past 20 years. A great pleasure in my life is doing what others say you can’t get done. Making sure that your voice is heard and doing the right thing for the community have always been my top priorities. In 2018, I led the City Council as the Council President. I have also been actively involved in reviewing and approving the City Budget which has affected the tax rate since 2000. This ensures that there are funds for capital improvements like road and utility repairs, parks and playground upgrades, education and public safety so Police and Fire are adequately staffed and equipped. Providing responsible representation benefits our entire community and my public record shows that I have the maturity, independence and experience to continue to do the job. My leadership and dedication to our community is always on your behalf. You deserve no less. As a City Councilor, I am often asked by our residents about the condition of our City and the state of the future. Financially the past two years have been tough but we are on the cusp of all that changing. I have lived in Everett all my life and have never seen such unprecedented changes and development. The opening of the Encore Boston Harbor project has kick started the beginning of what will amount to the transformation of one of the most neglected sections of our city into a world class entertainment district over the next decade. Every effort is being made to not only maintain but enhance the level of education in the Everett Public School system, and the continued success of events like Village Fest keeps the spotlight squarely on our great community. Our city government has never been better prepared and informed for the challenges ahead. A spirit of cooperation and team work between all segments of city government has been necessary as we transition to the future and address the problems of tomorrow. We share a dream of an affordable community that we can all be proud to live in. I am as always committed to working to move the City of Everett toward a brighter future. My name is Peter A. Napolitano and I respectfully ask for one of your five votes to reelect me to the City Council as one of your Councilors At Large. If you would like to assist me in my campaign or have an issue or question, I can be reached at 617-389-7340, friend me on Facebook or email me at panward1@aol.com. Remember, on Primary Day, September 17; please vote for me, Peter A. Napolitano as your Councilor At Large, elected citywide. Together we can continue to move Everett forward. Thank you.
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THE EVERETT ADVOCATE–Friday, September 13, 2019 Page 11 Everett Police seize cocaine, heroin and $90K M embers of the Everett Police Department Special Investigations Unit recently executed two search warrants on Tremont Street and Peirce Avenue following an investigation that lasted several months. According to police, Luis Rivera, 58, was arrested and charged with trafficking cocaine and heroin. Allegedly, approximately one pound of cocaine, 90 grams of heroin and $90,000 in cash were seized by police when Rivera was taken into custody on September 4. Rivera was arraigned in Malden District Court the following day. Law Offices of Terrence W. Kennedy 512 Broadway, Everett • Criminal Defense • Personal Injury • Medical Malpractice Tel: (617) 387-9809 Cell: (617) 308-8178 twkennedylaw@gmail.com The Special Investigations Unit of the Everett Police Department confiscated approximately one pound of cocaine, 90 grams of heroin and $90,000 in cash during a major drug bust on September 4. (Photo Courtesy of the Everett Police Department) COUNCIL | FROM PAGE 3 citywide vote. “Councillors vote for everything all over the city,” he said. The Resolution will now be sent to the Election Department, City Clerk Sergio Cornelio and City Solicitor Colleen Mejia. Airbnb at 191 Nichols St. In other news, Victoria Sinnickson of 193 Nichols St. spoke about alleged ongoing disturbances from the Airbnb at 191 Nichols St. Sinnickson said that since March she, her husband and her 96-year-old mother have been tormented by the activities taking place next door. “One incident had a young man urinating off the top floor porch onto the driveway,” she said. “We’ve had beer cans, cigarette butts and vomit left in the driveway.” Sinnickson also said she and her husband have not been able to reason with the property owner. “The owner refuses to talk to us; we need your help,” she said. Cornelio said he has tried several times to rectify the problem. “They’re not listening to me; they don’t care,” he said. In response, the City Council will direct Inspectional Services Director James Soper and his staff to eradicate the problem. “They’re going to put a fullcourt press on that property,” said Matewsky. “You’re going to see some results very quickly.” Councillor-at-Large Peter Napolitano suggested looking at how Malden has handled Airbnbs. “Malden has shut a lot of these down,” he said. “This is something that could be grossly out of control.” Councillor-at-Large Michael Marchese said if Airbnbs remain in Everett, the property owner should be required to live on the premises year round. Encore traffic update Police Sgt. Joseph Gaff said he is pleased with the traffic control efforts at Encore Boston Harbor. “I think it’s been better than anyone anticipated,” he said. “We’re not seeing a great amount of tickets down there.” Gaff said that since June 22 the Police Department has issued 280 resident parking stickers and 64 one-day parking passes in that part of the city.
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THE EVERETT ADVOCATE–Friday, September 13, 2019 Page 13 Never Forget: City hosts solemn Sept. 11 Ceremony James Pettiglio greeted Chief Financial Officer/City Auditor Eric Demas at the 9/11 Memorial on Wednesday morning. James Pettiglio displayed his 9/11 fire memorial shirt at the Memorial. Everett firefighters lined up outside of the fire station to reflect on 9/11. Residents gathered outside the fire station to reflect on 9/11. State Senator Sal DiDomenico joined Mayor Carlo DeMaria and Stacy DeMaria at the Everett Fire Station. State Representative Joe McGonagle and Mayor Carlo DeMaria attended the 9/11 Memorial on Wednesday morning. Private Michael O’Donnell raised the American Flag in memory of 9/11. (Advocate photos by Katy Rogers) The American Flag was raised to halfmast in remembrance of lives lost. Two new patrolmen join ranks of Everett PD Joseph Basteri and Patrick Gryp (center) were sworn in as Everett Police Department patrolmen during the September 9 City Council meeting. (Photo Courtesy of the Everett Police Department)
Page 14 THE EVERETT ADVOCATE–Friday, September 13, 2019 Crimson Tide stunned in season opener The talented EHS Crimson Tide Cheerleaders (Advocate photos by Mike Kearney) By Greg Phipps P redicted by many experts to remain in their typical place atop the Eastern Massachusetts football rankings in 2019, the Everett Crimson Tide received a serious wakeup call last Friday evening at Veterans Memorial Stadium. The defending Div. 3 state champion Springfield Central Golden Eagles traveled across the state and ran roughshod over the Div. 1 Tide on their way to a 4012 rout. Not only did Everett lose the contest in convincing fashion, they lost a player early when junior linebacker Egan Gouveia was hurt on the opening kickoff and had to be taken off the field on a stretcher. From there, it was pretty much all Eagles, as they built up a 33-0 lead before the Tide finally scored their first points in the second half. Central led, 21-0, at halftime and would tack on two more scores to go up by more than 30. Everett’s offense struggled to get anything going until it was too late. Tide head coach Theluxon Pierre seemed surprised to see his team so outplayed in its opener. “I hope [our players] are awake now,” he told the press after the game. “There was no effort on the Everett side today and that never happens, never. So, we’ll get to the bottom of that.” With the defeat, Everett is now in an unusual spot, having started off behind the eight ball. A rarity for the storied Crimson Tide program, which has won 10 Sweet 16 Super Bowl titles (2016 and 2017 being the most recent) and is a perennial powTide junior wide receiver Tyrese Baptiste (11) is congratulated by sophomore wide receiver Ismael Iamer after scoring a touchdown. erhouse in Eastern Mass. Another formidable foe, Xaverian, awaits this Friday night at Veterans Memorial Stadium (scheduled 7 p.m. kickoff). The Tide are hoping to get things turned back in the customary winning direction. Last season proved to be another stellar go-around for the Tide, as they went 10-1. But the one blemish was a 23-20 loss to Central Catholic of Lawrence in the second round of the Div. 1 North playoffs. The ultimate goal of making a trip to Gillette Stadium in Foxboro for the Super Bowl is still in the cards for 2019. “What matters is where you’re ranked in the end,” said Pierre of his team’s top ranking coming into this campaign In his second season as head coach, Pierre is looking to returning quarterback Duke Doherty, a junior, and experienced college football prospects Ismael Zamor Senior running back Clarence Jules is off to the races behind a nifty block by junior Ghustin Boyce. (wide receiver), Samy Lamothe (safety, running back) and Josiah Stewart (defensive end) to help achieve the team’s objective. The team also sports a large number of underclassmen performing in starting roles. During the preseason, Pierre did imply that this year’s squad could fall a bit below its usual expectations due to its youth. “We’re a young team – I don’t know where all this hype [top preseason ranking] is coming from. It’s funny, everybody who has a young team, they say, ‘They’re going to have a down year.’ We have a young team and everybody expects us to be all that. Can we have a young team and have a down year? Is that okay in Everett?” After this week’s contest with Xaverian, the Tide move on to face St. John’s of Shrewsbury on Sept. 20 and return home to host Brockton on Sept. 28 at 1 p.m. Sophomore defensive end Jalen Murphy (16) shares a pileup with the defensive line. Tide QB Duke Doherty looks downfield for a target.
THE EVERETT ADVOCATE–Friday, September 13, 2019 Page 15 Everett Little League to host board elections T he Everett Little League will be having a board meeting on Thursday, September 26 at 7 p.m. at the Schiavo Club at 71 Tileston St. to host board elections for the 2019-2020 season. All positions are open. Everett boys start off 0-2 By Greg Phipps H aving to start the 2019 season with four away games, the Everett High School boys’ soccer team knew it would be a challenge to begin the fall campaign. Coming off a 2018 season in which they collected six regular season victories and lost in the opening round of the playoffs, the Crimson Tide have had their hands full, losing by a combined 8-1 margin through this year’s first two games. Falling to Portland, 3-0, in the season opener last week, the Tide faced off against the mighty St. John’s Prep Eagles, the No. 1–ranked team in Eastern Massachusetts, on Monday in Danvers. It didn’t begin on a promising note as the Eagles scored off a corner kick less than a minute into the contest. It quickly became 2-0 before four minutes had elapsed, and visiting Everett was on the defensive. The Eagles would tally three more times while the Tide managed to avoid a second straight shutout with their first goal of the season. All told, the Everett offense mustered four shots on the St. John’s net. Moving forward, the Tide had a contest with the Revere Patriots on Wednesday. Revere had a perfect 3-0 mark coming into the game and had outscored its opponents by a 13-2 margin. Everett then travels to Somerville on Friday. The season got off to a better start for Everett’s girls’ team, which defeated O’Bryant, 3-1, in its season opener last week. SKATING CENTER www.Roller-World.com | 781-231-1111 ATM on site Sunday Located Adjacent to Rite Aid Pharmacy in Saugus Plaza, South Bound Route 1 MBTA Bus Route 429 FREE WI-FI - 2 WIDE SCREEN TV’S FULLY AIR CONDITIONED WINTER SKATING SCHEDULE ATTENTION! 12-8 p.m. $7.50 Monday Private Parties Tuesday School & PTO GROUPS 7:30-10:30 p.m. Adult Night 18+ only $8.50 Wednesday Private Parties Thursday Private Parties 3-11 p.m. $7.50 Friday Saturday Admission after 6 p.m. $8.50 12-11 p.m. $7.50 Admission after 6 p.m. $8.50 Skates included in price/Blades $3 Bowling Alleys, 2 snack bars, video games. Ice cream shop, 2 skating floors (group rates call ahead) Private parties every day. School Vacation Weeks 12-8 p.m. Admission $7.50 Win a trip for 2 to Las Vegas Bellagio Hotel Jet Blue Air 5 days / 4 nights Your school PTO can raffle the trip to make substantial money for your group. Call for details. BIRTHDAY PARTIES $11.50/Person, min. of 10 kids. Price includes Adm. + Roller Skates. Cake, soda, paper goods, 20 tokens for birthday person plus 100 Redemption Tickets and a gift from Roller World in one of our private BP Rooms. Everett defender Moses Herrera tries to stave off an onrushing St. John’s forward in Monday’s 5-1 loss in Danvers. Everett’s Guilherme Moraes settles the ball with a St. John’s defender right behind him. (Advocate photos by Greg Phipps)
Page 16 INSTITUTE | FROM PAGE 7 “We are deeply appreciative of this generous grant from the Gates Foundation,” said Caroline Angel Burke, vice president of education, visitor experience, and collections at the Institute. “The Edward M. Kennedy Institute is an ideal setting for the initiative because of its traditional and interactive digital exhibition spaces, capacity to tell stories via film, digital art, and audio as well as through physical objects and other traditional museum features.” The Institute will disseminate THE EVERETT ADVOCATE–Friday, September 13, 2019 people can have on democracy. resources online for educators, youth leaders, organizers, and other civically-active organizations about how to engage and support youth movements. The exhibit will be accompanied by programs for the general public as well as student-focused educational materials designed to reflect on the impact that young “We see an increase in young people actively advocating for political and social change,” said Mary K. Grant, Ph.D., president of the Edward M. Kennedy Institute. “These activists are organizing platforms, messages, and movements to inspire and motivate others to respond to major issues of our time.” The Youth Movements project is scheduled to launch in Fall 2019 and open in mid-2020. Savvy Senior How to Get Social Security Disability Benefits When You Can’t Work Dear Savvy Senior, What do I need to do to get Social Security disability benefits? I’m 60 years old and have some health problems that won’t allow me to work, but I’ve read that getting disability benefits is difficult. Laid Up Lenny Dear Lenny, Getting Social Security disability benefits when you’re unable to work can be challenging. Last year, more than 2 million people applied for Social Security disability benefits, but two-thirds of them were denied, because most applicants fail to prove that they’re disabled and can’t work. Here are some steps you can take that can help improve your odds. Get Informed The first thing you need to find out is if your health problem qualifies you for Social Security disability benefits. You generally will be eligible only if you have a health problem that is expected to prevent you from working in your current line of work (or any other line of work that you have been in over the past 15 years) for at least a year or result in death. There is no such thing as a partial disability benefit. If you’re fit enough to work part-time, your application will be denied. You also need not apply if you still are working with the intention of quitting if your application is approved, because if you’re working your application will be denied. Your skill set and age are factors too. Your application will be denied if your work history suggests that you have the skills to perform a less physically demanding job that your disability does not prevent you from doing. To help you determine if you are disabled, visit SSA.gov/planners/disability/qualify.html and go through the five questions Social Security uses to determine disability. How to Apply If you believe you have a claim, your next step is to gather up your personal, financial and medical information so you can be prepared and organized for the application process. You can apply either online at SSA.gov/applyfordisability or call 800-772-1213 to make an appointment to apply at your local Social Security office, or to set up an appointment for someone to take your claim over the phone. The whole process lasts about an hour. If you schedule an appointment, a “Disability Starter Kit” that will help you get ready for your interview will be mailed to you. If you apply online, the kit is available at SSA.gov/disability/disability_starter_kits.htm. It takes three to five months from the initial application to receive either an award or denial of benefits. The only exception is if you have a chronic illness that qualifies you for a “compassionate allowance” (see SSA.gov/compassionateallowances), which fast tracks cases within weeks. If Social Security denies your initial application, you can appeal the decision, and you’ll be happy to know that roughly half of all cases that go through a round or two of appeals end with benefits being awarded. But the bad news is with backlog of around 800,000 people currently waiting for a hearing, it can take 12 to 24 months for you to get one. Get Help You can hire a representative to help you with your Social Security disability claim. By law, representatives can charge only 25 percent of past-due benefits up to a maximum of $6,000 if they win your case. It’s probably worth hiring someone at the start of the application process if your disability is something difficult to prove such as chronic pain. If, however, your disability is obvious, it might be worth initially working without a representative to avoid paying the fee. You can always hire a representative later if your initial application and first appeal are denied. To find a representative, check with the National Organization of Social Security Claimants’ Representatives (NOSSCR.org, 845-682-1881) or National Association of Disability Representatives (NADR.org, 800-747-6131). Or, if you’re low-income, contact the Legal Services Corporation (LSC.gov/find-legal-aid) for free assistance. Send your senior questions to: Savvy Senior, P.O. Box 5443, Norman, OK 73070, or visit SavvySenior.org. Jim Miller is a contributor to the NBC Today show and author of “The Savvy Senior” book.
THE EVERETT ADVOCATE–Friday, September 13, 2019 Page 17 ing an additional $100 a month to help support that child. They said there are no facts to back up the charge that families are having more children in order to get the additional $100. (A “Yes” vote is for repealing the cap. A “No” vote is against repealing it.) Rep. Joseph McGonagle Yes Sen. Sal DiDomenico Yes BAN CONVERSION THERAPY FOR ANYONE UNDER 18 (H 140) SUBSCRIBE TO MASSTERLIST – IT’S FREE! Join more than 17,000 other people from movers and shakers to political junkies and interested citizens who start their morning with a copy of MASSterList! MASSterList is a daily ensemble of news and commentary about the Legislature, Politics, Media and Judiciary of Massachusetts drawn from major news organizations as well as specialized publications selected by widely acclaimed and highly experienced editor Jay Fitzgerald. Jay introduces each article in his own clever and never-boring, inimitable way. Go to: www.massterlist.com/ subscribe and type in your email address and in 15 seconds you will be signed up for a free subscription. With no strings attached. THE HOUSE AND SENATE: There were no roll calls in the House or Senate last week. This week, Beacon Hill Roll Call looks at the handful of major legislation that was approved by the Legislature and signed into law by Gov. Charlie Baker so far in 2019. In the first eight months of the 2019 session, only 69 bills out of more than 6,200 filed have been approved by the House and Senate and signed into law by Gov. Charlie Baker. Twenty-six of those were local bills dealing with an individual city or town and 28 were on sick leave banks for individual state workers. Sick leave banks allow employees to voluntarily donate sick, personal or vacation days to a pool for use by ill fellow state workers so they can get paid while on medical leave. Eleven other bills ranged from supplemental budgets and extending simulcast racing to regulating appraisal management companies and establishing a restaurant promotion commission. The remaining four were major bills that were debated and came to a roll call vote in both branches and were signed into law by Gov. Baker. Here they are: $43.3 BILLION FISCAL 2020 STATE BUDGET (H 4000) House 159-0, Senate 39-1, approved and Gov. Baker signed into law a $43.3 billion fiscal 2020 state budget. The package raises spending by $1.6 billion, or 4 percent over fiscal 2019. In an unusual move, Gov. Charlie Baker signed the fiscal 2020 state budget into law without vetoing any of the $43.3 billion in spending approved by the House and Senate. Beacon Hill Roll Call talked to several Statehouse veterans and not one could remember any other time in the last four decades that the governor did not veto funding in the budget. Just last year, Baker vetoed $48.9 million from a $41.7 billion budget. “The lieutenant governor and I and the secretary [of Administration and Finance] and a lot of our team spent a lot of time talking about the line item stuff, and basically came to the conclusion that this budget is balanced,” said Baker when he signed the bill. “We’re obviously going to pay a lot of attention to what happens to revenues in the first two quarters of the year because we did have a lot of volatility in the revenue base for 2019. So we’re going to work pretty hard to pay attention not just to the revenue side but also the spending side going forward.” (A “Yes” vote is for the budget. A “No” vote is against it.) Rep. Joseph McGonagle Yes Sen. Sal DiDomenico Yes REPEAL CAP ON WELFARE BENEFITS FOR KIDS (S 2186) House 155-1, Senate 37-3, overrode Gov. Baker’s veto of a bill that repeals the current law that denies an additional $100 in welfare benefits to children conceived while—or soon after—the family began receiving welfare benefits, or if they had received family welfare benefits in the past. The law was adopted in 1995 as part of a welfare reform package that was aimed at discouraging families already receiving public support from having more children. “Eliminating the family cap should be accompanied by other reforms to the [welfare] program designed to align the eligibility determination with federal standards and support recipients as they return to work,” said Gov. Baker in his veto message. Supporters of the repeal said that there are some 8,700 children who currently fall under the cap in the Bay State. These families are barred from receivHouse 148-8, Senate 34-0, approved and Gov. Baker signed into law a bill that would prohibit psychiatrists, psychologists and other health care providers from attempting to change the sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression of anyone under 18. Conversion therapy exposes the person to a stimulus while simultaneously subjecting him or her to some form of discomfort. The therapy is primarily used to try to convert gays and lesbians to be straight. Mental health experts and LGBTQ groups charge that the practice is scientifically unproven and unsound and can trigger depression, anxiety and suicidal thoughts in these youngsters. “We can offer assurances to those still struggling with coming out, or whose parents are still coming to terms with their orientation or identity, that that they will not be sent to a licensed therapist to change who they know themselves to be,” said Rep. Jack Lewis (D-Framingham) at the time of the vote. “This vote was an appalling assault on parental rights in the commonwealth,” said the president of the Massachusetts Family Institute Andrew Beckwith Joseph D. CatalDo, p.C. BEACON | SEE PAGE 22 who opposed lifting the ban. “Over 140 of our state legislators apparently believe that parents should not be able to get gender-confused children any treatment, even counseling, that might help them avoid crosssex hormone injections, steriliLaw Offices Of “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, MST, PFS, ESQUIRE. AICPA Personal Financial Specialist Designee ty or ‘transition’ surgery. (A “Yes” vote is for the bill. A “No” vote is against it.) Rep. Joseph McGonagle Yes Sen. 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Page 18 THE EVERETT ADVOCATE–Friday, September 13, 2019 Dell Isola fundraiser slated for Sept. 19 T he Committee to Re-Elect City Councillor-at-Large Richard Dell Isola will be hosting a fundraiser on Thursday, September 19 from 6- 9 p.m. at the Village Bar & Grill, which is located at 38 Norman St. in Everett. OBITUARIES Janette V. (Accettullo) Fiore Doherty Of Killington, VT, formerly of Stoneham and Everett, entered into eternal rest, unexpectedly, on Saturday, August 31, 2019 in the Rutland Regional Medical Center. She was 95 years of age. Born in Everett, Janette lived in Everett for many years before settling in Stoneham for many years. She just recently transitioned to Vermont to be near family. Janette worked in retail sales for many years and retired a few years ago from the Dress Barn. Devoted daughter of the late Marciano and Anna (Cerasoli) Accettullo. Beloved wife of the late Gerald Fiore and Daniel Doherty. Dear and devoted mother of James J. Fiore and his wife, Mary of Killington, VT. Michael S. Fiore and his wife, Lisa of Middleton and the late Gerald Fiore and his surviving wife, Jane of Reading. Sister of the late Maria Grava-Maffei, Tina Pepicelli, Joanne Daniels, Rita Buccheri and Elena Caggiano. Loving grandmother of John Fiore and his wife, Carrie, Jill Sullivan and her husband, Ryan, Jay Fiore, Alison Fiore, Mark Fiore, Nicole Fiore and Renee Fiore. Janette is also survived by 6 loving great-grandchildren. Maria (D'Angelo) Mancini Passed away at age 84, on September 9, 2019. Maria was born in Canosa Sanita, Italy, and then became a lifelong resident of Everett. Beloved wife of the late Mario. Mother of Phillip and his wife Arleen of Stoneham, and Mario and his wife Janice of Melrose. Sister of Albina Iannotti of Italy and the late Maddelena Colanero. Also survived by 6 grandchildren, Justine, Phillip, Matthew, Gabrielle, Thomas, Connor, and many nieces and nephews, both in America and Italy. Maria is also the sister-in-law of Franca Mancini of Everett and dear friend of the late Nicolina Lorenti. Funeral from the Salvatore Rocco and Sons Funeral Home, 331 Main St., EVERETT, Saturday, September 14 at 8 AM. A Funeral Mass will be held at St. Anthony Church, Everett at 9 AM. Relatives and friends are kindly invited. Visiting Hours will be Friday, from 4-8 PM, with complimentary valet parking. Entombment will be in the Woodlawn Mausoleum, Everett. In lieu of flowers, donations in Maria's memory may be made to the Alzheimer's Association, 480 Pleasant St., Watertown, MA 02472. Maria was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother and friend to all. Maria loved cooking delicious meals for her family and friends. Janet C. (Micarelli) Golini Dear and devoted mother of Brenda Lyons and her husband, Stephen of Newmarket, NH and Donald Golini and his wife, Tracey of Durham, NH. Sister of James Micarelli and his wife, Connie of Oregon. Loving grandmother of Samuel, Nicholas and Catherine Golini and Samantha, Alexandra and Stephanie Lyons. Janet is also survived by Chuck’s children: Kelly Ames of N. Andover, Charles and Vanessa Ames of Houston, TX, Tammy Ames of Denver, CO and Brian Ames of Las Vegas, NV and their families. Relatives and friends are respectfully invited to attend Janet’s visiting hours in the Cafasso & Sons Funeral Home, 65 Clark St. (Corner of Main St.) EVERETT, Friday, Sept.13 from 4-8 p.m. Her funeral will be from the funeral home on Saturday at 9 a.m. followed by a funeral Mass in St. Anthony’s Church, 38 Oakes St., Everett, at 10 a.m. Interment services are private. Contributions in Janet’s memory to Boston University Amyloidosis Center, Amyloid Research Fund, c/o Dr. Shayna Sarosiek, 72 East Concord Street, K503, Boston, MA 02118 would be sincerely appreciated. Parking with attendants on duty. Anthony C. "Tony" Medugno Of Everett, entered into eternal rest on Sunday, September 8, 2019 in the Exeter Hospital. She was 77 years of age. Born in Melrose, Janet lived in Everett for most of her life. She was retired from Hallmark Health having worked in accounts payable for many years. Beloved wife of Charles H. “Chuck” Ames and the late Samuel Golini. Devoted daughter of the late Catherine (D’Angelo) and James Micarelli. Of Everett on August 31. Son of the late Nicholas and Matilda (Cataldo). Brother of Nicholas Medugno of Everett and the late Marie Lefave. Also survived by 2 nieces and 3 nephews. OBITUARIES | SEE PAGE 19 379 Broadway Evere� 617-381-9090 All occasions fl orist Wedding ~ Sympathy Tributes Plants ~ Dish Gardens Customized Design Work GIFT BASKETS Fruit Baskets www.Evere� Florist.net • Burials • Cremations • Pre-Arrangements • Serving the Greater Boston and North Shore regions for over 250 years! 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THE EVERETT ADVOCATE–Friday, September 13, 2019 Page 19 OBITUARIES | FROM PAGE 18 Mary J. (White) Young memory may be made to The American Heart Association, 300 5th Avenue, Waltham, MA 02451. Mary loved serving as a clerk in the Chelsea district courts for over 30 years. Beverly M. (Parham) Lassiter ~ Help Wanted ~ Insurance Customer Service Representative (Everett) Of Everett, passed away peacefully at age 80, on September 2. Mother of Robert F. and his wife Lisa of Wakefield, Gregory and his wife Lisa of Everett and Michael of Derry, NH. Sister of Margaret Cafarelli of Revere, the late Tom White, John White, and Ann Lemieux and Claire Lenehan. Also survived by 7 grandchildren and many nieces and nephews. In lieu of flowers, donations in Mary's Of Everett on September 5. Beloved wife of the late Stanley L. Lassiter Sr. Loving and devoted mother of Karen D. Singleton and her husband Clifford, Stanley LasOBITUARIES | SEE PAGE 22 Established and growing Insurance Agency just north of Boston is seeking a full time Personal Lines Account Specialist. Applicants should have at least 2 years of insurance experience and be proficient in all areas of personal lines including Auto, Home, Umbrella, and Flood. Knowledge of coverage is essential. A Massachusetts Property and Casualty Insurance License is preferred or a willingness to obtain one within three months of employment. In addition to a competitive salary and benefits package, we offer a fast paced and positive work environment where team efforts and an ability to work independently are key. Please forward resumes to Danielle@mastrocolainsurance.com EOE
Page 20 THE EVERETT ADVOCATE–Friday, September 13, 2019 1. On Sept. 13, 1938, etiquette authority Judith Martin was born, whose pen name was what? 2. Why is one kale variety called Hungry Gap? 3. Spiders have how many legs? 4. On Sept. 14, 1927, what American “Mother of Modern Dance” died? 5. In the Bible who conquered Jericho? 6. On what river is the Three Gorges Dam, the world’s largest? 7. On Sept. 15, 1904, what first tool in U.S. meteorological research debuted? 8. Which U.S. state has the largest ratio of dairy cows to people? 9. Who is known as “the Science Guy”? 10. On Sept. 16, 1835, Charles Darwin came to the Galapagos Islands aboard what ship? 11. In 1944 from what country did Iceland declare independence? 12. On Sept. 17, 1928, the Okeechobee Hurricane made landfall in what U.S. state? 13. What painter incorporated gold leaf into his painting “The Kiss”? 14. On Sept. 18, 1830, the 1st U.S.made locomotive, Tom Thumb, lost a race with what? 15. What does the prefix “giga” mean? 16. Which N.E. state’s pie is the apple pie? 17. On Sept. 19, 1881, what U.S. president died who had been shot in July? 18. Where in Massachusetts is the area known as Dogtown? 19. Sept. 19 is International Talk Like a Pirate Day; what does “Avast!” actually mean? 20. What Gilbert & Sullivan comic opera is subtitled “Or, The Slave of Duty”? ANSWERS 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 Like us on Facebook advocate newspaper Facebook.com/ Advocate.news.ma pride contracting inc. excavation and construction pedro maldonado 781-241-3543 president and contractor saugus, massachusetts sales@pridecontractinginc.com general contracting construction, landscaping snow plowing, paving 1. Miss Manners 2. Because it can grow into winter. 3. Eight 4. Isadora Duncan 5. Joshua 6. China’s Yangtze River 7. A weather balloon was launched in St. Louis, Mo. 8. Vermont 9. Bill Nye (after his PBS show) 10. HMS Beagle 11. Denmark 12. Florida 13. Gustav Klimt 14. A horse 15. Billion 16. Vermont’s 17. James Garfield 18. Gloucester and Rockport 19. Stop 20. “The Pirates of Penzance”
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Page 22 THE EVERETT ADVOCATE–Friday, September 13, 2019 BEACON | FROM PAGE 17 the federal government. Supporters said the $200 million would help cities and towns keep their roads and bridges safe and allow many vital municipal road projects to move forward. No one voted against the bill but there are some legislators and city and town officials who say the same old $200 million that has been given since fiscal 2012 is insufficient. For several years, the Massachusetts Municipal Association (MMA) has been seeking to increase the amount to $300 million. Advocates say that cities and towns maintain and repair 90 percent of the roadways in the Bay State. They note that because of revenue caps imposed by Proposition 2 1/2, cities and towns are very dependent on state funding to keep roads and bridges from crumbling. (A “Yes” vote is for the bill.) Rep. Joseph McGonagle Yes Sen. Sal DiDomenico Yes HOW LONG WAS LAST WEEK'S SESSION? Beacon Hill Roll Call tracks the length of time that the House and Senate were in session each week. Many legislators say that legislative sessions are only one aspect of the Legislature's job and that a lot of important work is done outside of the House and Senate chambers. They note that their jobs also involve committee work, research, constituent work and other matters that are important to their districts. Critics say that the Legislature does not meet regularly or long enough to debate and vote in public view on the thousands of pieces of legislation that have been filed. They note that the infrequency and brief length of Mon. Sept. 2 No House session Wed. Sept. 4 No House session Fri. Sept. 6 No House session sessions are misguided and lead to irresponsible late-night sessions and a mad rush to act on dozens of bills in the days immediately preceding the end of an annual session. During the week of September 2-6, the House met for a total of one hour and four minutes while the Senate met for a total of 16 minutes. No Senate session Tues. Sept. 3 House 11:03 a.m. to 11:14 a.m. Senate 11:09 a.m. to 11:17 a.m. No Senate session Thurs. Sept. 5 House 11:00 a.m. to 11:53 a.m. Senate 11:08 a.m. to 11:16 a.m. No Senate session Bob Katzen welcomes feedback at bob@beaconhillrollcall.com OBITUARIES | FROM PAGE 19 siter Jr. and the late Elaine M. Harris and Jody Lassiter. Daughter of the late Hilton Parham Sr. and Dorothy (Dixon). Sister of Laverna Swan, Hilton “Sonny” Parham Jr., Constance Clark and Richard Parham. Also survived by 15 grandchildren, 17 great grandchildren, 2 great great grandchildren and host of nieces and nephews. Donations in Beverly’s memory may be made to American Cancer Society, HYPERLINK "https://www. cancer.org/" https://www.cancer. org/. Beverly will be dearly missed by all of us, as her presence in our lives in irreplaceable. Her kindness and love will remain in our hearts forever. BUYER1 K-C, Dinesh REAL ESTATE TRANSAC TIONS SELLER1 BUYER2 Bhattarai, Samilta Grella, Gene F Molle, Greg Xie, Wei Etta, Prim E Cornelio, Sergio Kochhar, Karan Zaheer, Khurram Molle, Ellen Li, Yang Youbi, Sandrine Gesualdo, John E Verano, John Forgione, Michael R Travaglione, Richard M Wanatu, Regina 43 Corey Street IRT Pasco, Edward N SELLER2 Verano, Luz Forgione, Margaret ADDRESS 81 Everett St 14 Staples Ave 39 Harley Ave 32-B Summer St 45 Rich St Stratis, Zachary Pasco, Candy J Zaheer, Jahangir Marianne Noonan FT Och, Mohamad R 43 Corey St 7-9 Lincoln St 7 Swan St #1 CITY Everett Everett Everett Everett Everett Everett Everett Everett DATE 26.08.2019 23.08.2019 23.08.2019 23.08.2019 22.08.2019 22.08.2019 22.08.2019 21.08.2019 PRICE $460 000,00 $490 000,00 $720 000,00 $730 000,00 $390 000,00 $900 000,00 $750 000,00 $240 000,00 H O T WEST LYNN - 2 homes from Lynnfield line. Gorgeous 3 bedroom 2 1/2 Colonial with 2 car garage. Must see to believe! EXCELLENT VALUE.............................$589,000 53 Jackson St. Saugus (781) 813-3325 P R O P E R T Y SAUGUS - Single family home, Lot Size 20,000, 3 bed, 2 full baths , 2 car garage and much more. WIll Not Last............................................$589,900 J U S T SAUGUS - Exsquisite Grand Foyer makes 4-5 Bdrm Colonial a home with loads of sunlight beaming thruout. Kitchen opens up to lge. family rm. along with pellet stove overlooking backyard...........................................................$499,000 LEGAL 2 FAMILY MIDDLETON - Luxury High End Estate ..$1,229.000 Luxury 1-2 & 3 bedrooms starting at $1800 a month! ~ RENTALS ~ REVERE - 2 Family 4/4 incredible investment opportunity both Units are in great shape. Will Not Last........................................... $399,000 WINTHROP - 3 bedroom, 1 1/2 bath, kitchen granite w/stainless gleaming hardwood..............................$2600 WEST REVERE- 1 bedroom, 3 rooms total.............$1500 N E W L I S T I N G REVERE - Legal 2 Family ranch, spacious and nice neighborhood. House needs to be completely renovated. Call for Price! Darlene Minincleri & Sue Palomba Call for a FREE Market Analysis OCEAN FRONT Loft unit with balcony fireplace and deeded parking Unit is amazing with floor to ceiling windows........................Call for price! L I S T E D LISTED & SOLD
THE EVERETT ADVOCATE–Friday, September 13, 2019 Page 23 WONDERING WHAT YOUR HOME IS WORTH? CALL FOR YOUR FREE MARKET ANALYSIS! LITTLEFIELD REAL ESTATE SAUGUS ~ Rehabbed colonial. New windows, siding, new kitchen with quartz counters, stainless appliances, new cabinets. New hardwood flooring throughout house. New heat. Central AC. New maintenance free deck. .........$570,000 SAUGUS ~ Desirable 2 family. Each unit has 2 beds, updated kitchens and baths, vinyl siding, in-unit laundry, rear decks .......$499,000 SAUGUS ~ Rehabbed colonial, 4-5 bedroom, 2 full baths, gas heat, central AC, new siding, new roof, hardwood flooring, fresh paint, new kitchen with SS appliances quartz counters ...............$559,900 38 Main Street, Saugus MA WWW.LITTLEFIELDRE.COM 781-233-1401 SAUGUS ~ Raised ranch, 3 bed, 3 bath, gas heat, central AC, garage under, great location, master bedroom with master bath and walk in closet, finished lower level for the extended family ......... $579,900 Call Rhonda Combe For all your SAUGUS ~ 4 bed, 3 bath colonial. Spacious kitchen, SS appliances, Oversized one car garage, irrigation, gas heat enclosed porch, centralVac, finished lower level ... $569,900 real estate needs!! 781-706-0842 SAUGUS ~ 3 bed, 1.5 bath colonial. Open concept 1st floor, 2 car garage, newer gas heat, roof and HW heater, prof landscaping....$439,900 REVERE ~ 2 family located in the Beachmont area, 3 beds, one bath in top unit, 2 beds, one bath lower unit .....................................$639,000 LAND FOR SALE WILMINGTON ~ Colonial featuring 4 beds and 2 full baths, great dead end location, central AC, hardwood flooring, finished lower level ..$534,900 SAUGUS ~ 3 bed ranch, open concept, stainless appliances, private dead end street, newer gas heat, hardwood flooring, 10k lot, garage ..............$435,000 LYNN ~ New construction. 3400 sq feet, 4 bed, 2.5 bath, gas heat, central AC, hardwood flooring, walking closet, great cul de sac location, garage under ........... $879,999 SAUGUS Call Rhonda Combe at 781-706-0842 for details!! SOLD SOLD UNDER CONTRACT SOLD
Page 24 THE EVERETT ADVOCATE–Friday, September 13, 2019 Follow Us On: COMMERCIAL & RESIDENTIAL PROPERTY SALES & RENTALS Summer time is a Sandy Juliano Broker/President wonderful time to buy a new house! WE KNOW EVERETT!! Call TODAY to sell or buy with the best! LISTED BY SANDY! SOLD BY SANDY AS BUYER’S AGENT! 1 RIVERVIEW BLVD 5-204, METHUEN COMING SOON! UNDER AGREEMENT! 20 PLYMOUTH ST., EVERETT LISTED BY NORMA! OPEN HOUSE SUNDAY SEPT. 15, 2019 9:00-11:00 NEW LISTING BY SANDY! 9 KENMORE DR., DANVERS $1,225,000 LISTED BY NORMA! 3 BEDROOM - 2.5 BATH CONDO MALDEN $474,900 NEW LISTING! OPEN HOUSE SAT. & SUN. SEPT. 14-15, 2019 12:00-1:30 120 ESTES ST., EVERETT NEW PRICE! - $559,900 OPEN HOUSE SAT. & SUN. SEPT. 14-15, 2019 11:00-1:00 44 RAYMOND ST., EVERETT $629,900 CALL TODAY TO SET UP A PRIVATE SHOWING AT ANY OF OUR LISTINGS! DON’T FORGET TO ASK ABOUT BUYER AGENCY. TO ENSURE A SUCCESSFUL PURCHASE AND IT’S 100% FREE! IT IS THE BEST WAY 24 SWAINS POND AVE., MELROSE $699,900 Joe DiNuzzo - Broker Associate Norma Capuano Parziale - Agent Open Daily From 10:00 A.M. - 5:00 P.M. 433 Broadway, Suite B, Everett, MA 02149 www.jrs-properties.com Denise Matarazz - Agent Maria Scrima - Agent Follow Us On: 617.544.6274 Rosemarie Ciampi - Agent Kathy Hang Ha -Agent Mark Sachetta - Agent
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