EV RETEVT V E ER T Vol. 35, No. 37 -FREET www.advocatenews.net Your Local News & Sports Online! Scan & Subscribe! p ADDOCCO ATTE Free Every Friday Mayor updates City Council on cyber issues; Distrigas agreement approved both Everett City Hall and Springfi eld public Schools face cyberattack By Neil Zolot M ayor Robert Van Campen addressed the City Council about cybersecurity issues at City Hall at their meeting on Monday, September 14. “We are investigating and beginning the process of restoring city services,” he said in regard to technological problems that forced the closure of City Hall on Tuesday, September 8, until at least Thursday, September 17. “Our priority is not simply getting systems online quickly, but safely and to understand what happened. I know there has been some disruption, and this has been incredibly frustrating. I share that frustration. I believe in transparency and we will share information as soon as we can, but there is information we can’t release at this time that would compromise the investigation and security of our systems. I wish I could provide information on what happened and when every city system will be fully restarted, but this remains an active investigation. As I get more information, I will update the Council, our employees and the residents.” Van Campen added that essential city services were not disrupted and reported that, in lieu of working at City Hall, essential personnel were transferred to the Connolly Center, 90 Chelsea Street, for work. It was first reported that Everett wasn’t the only city that was under a cyberattack. Springfield Public Schools faced a data breach during a cyberattack. Coincidentally, both cities host a Class A casino. Whether there is a connection to the two incidents has yet to be determined. Other business In other action, the Council approved a Payment in Lieu of Taxes (PILOT) Agreement with Distrigas, an issue fi rst discussed at the August 3 meeting. It will set the value of the land at $127 million for the next fi ve years for tax purposes, with Distrigas agreeCYBERATTACK | SEE PAGE 2 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 From left to right: School Committee Vice Chairperson Marcony Almeida Barros, Mayor Robert J. Van Campen, Ward 2 Councillor Stephanie Martins and Councillor-at-Large Guerline Alcy Jabouin with a proclamation from Governor Maura Healey’s office recognizing Brazilian Independence Day. CELEBRATES | SEE PAGE 12 Crimson Tide football stage comeback in home opener thriller 617-387-2200 Friday, September 18, 2026 Everett celebrates Brazilian Independence Day at City Hall Residents came together to honor brazilian culture and heritage and the contributions of Everett’s brazilian community AIR JOSEPH: Tide tight end Jeremiah Joseph jumps up to make a sensational catch during Everett’s second half comeback against Arlington last Friday at Veterans Memorial Stadium. See inside for story and photo highlights. (Advocate photo by Emily Harney)
Page 2 THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, SEpTEmbER 18, 2026 CYBERATTACK | FROM PAGE 1 ing to drop all past and future claims from the past and future fi ve years as part of the agreement. “It will set a value for planning and give 10 years of peace,” David Klebanoff , attorney for the Board of Assessors, said. “The law requires it be set at what it’s worth. It’s not a discount. The value stays the same, but if the tax rates go up, their payment goes up. They fl oat with the rate like anyone else.” “The valuation reflects an average of the declining values developed by the parties’ respective experts,” Van Campen added. “This approach provides stability for the City’s tax levy, avoids the need for a new disputed valuation each year and is a key component of resolving all outstanding litigation between the City and Distrigas, avoiding further legal and expert costs.” In further discussion, Van Campen continued, “I propose approval [of the PILOT] as a tool to settle this dispute and a sound way to assess the value of a property that is diffi cult to assess. It will provide a stable source of revenue and certainty of value.” Klebanoff added the agreement is less of a PILOT, which is usually applied to nonprofit organizations like colleges, and more of a way to assign a value to the property and avoid litigation that might result in the City owing Distrigas Robert Van Campen MAYOR $15 million. “Everything will be withdrawn,” he said. Van Campen interjected, “I am not willing to put the City at risk to that exposure.” The dispute over the value was the result of Distrigas losing a major client from the closing of the Mystic Generating Station off Lower Broadway and the economically volatile nature of the gas and liquid natural gas industries. “Valuation became more diffi cult following the closure of the Mystic power station and Distrigas’ transition to fiveyear contracts approved by the Massachusetts Department of Public Utilities,” Van Campen explained. “While those contracts currently support the facility’s operations, its value after they expire remained uncertain. The proposed agreement establishes E SNHU announces Summer 2026 President’s List I t was with great pleasure that Southern New Hampshire University (SNHU) congratulated the following Everett students on being named to the Summer 2026 President’s List: Lucas Rosa, Dori Ann Charles, Paris Robinson and Victor Lopez. Fulltime undergraduate students who have earned a minimum grade-point average of 3.700 and above for the reporting term are named to the President’s List. Full-time status is achieved by earning 12 credits over each 16-week term or paired 8-week terms grouped in fall, winter/spring and summer. SNHU is a private, nonprofit, accredited institution with a 94-year history of educating traditional-age students and working adults. Now serving more than 200,000 learners worldwide, SNHU off ers approximately 200 undergraduate, graduate and certifi cate programs, available online and on its 300-acre campus in Manchester, N.H. SNHU is committed to expanding access to high-quality, aff ordable pathways that meet the needs of each learner. SNHU announces Summer 2026 Dean’s List verett’s Dornia Harris has been named to the Summer 2026 Dean’s List at Southern New Hampshire University (SNHU). Fulltime undergraduate students who have earned a minimum grade-point average of 3.500 to 3.699 for the reporting term are named to the Dean’s List. Full-time status is an annual valuation.” Klebanoff said the value has gone up due to Distrigas’ contacts with other gas distribution companies. “The property is much more valuable than when Mystic closed down,” he said. “They’re paid just to be available.” There was very little discussion on the matter, but Ward 1 Councillor Michele Capone cast the lone vote against the measure. In another matter, the Council voted unanimously to exachieved by earning 12 credits over each 16-week term or paired eight-week terms grouped in fall, winter/spring and summer. SNHU is a private, nonprofit, accredited institution with a 94-year history of educating traditional-aged students and working adults. Now serving more than 200,000 press support for Teamsters Local Union 25 and UNITE HERE Local 26 hospitality workers to receive new contracts from the Encore Boston Harbor casino, introduced by Ward 6 Councillor Peter Pietrantonio. Employees are looking for wage increases of $10 per hour over three years for non-tipped employees and $5 for tipped employees to match wages at other hotels in the area. They are also asking for secured funds for healthcare. learners worldwide, SNHU off ers approximately 200 undergraduate, graduate and certificate programs, available online and on its 300acre campus in Manchester, N.H. SNHU is committed to expanding access to high-quality, aff ordable pathways that meet the needs of each learner. Referring to the large number of Everett employees that work at Encore, Pietrantonio said, “It’s time to tell Encore we’ve had enough and to pay their people. 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THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, SEpTEmbER 18, 2026 Page 3 Former Everett IT Director Charged in Connection with Using City Funds for Personal Purchases (Editor’s Note: This press release was released by the Middlesex District Attorney’s Offi ce) E VERETT – Middlesex District Attorney Marian Ryan and Everett Chief of Police Paul Strong have confirmed that Kevin Dorgan, 58 of Everett, has been charged with larceny over $1,200 in connection with allegedly using over $98,000 in taxpayer money, intended for the City’s Information Technology Department, for personal purchases. Kevin Dorgan was terminated from the City of Everett in March of 2026. Following his termination, the City conducted an inventory of the defendant’s offi ce and other spaces and observed them to filled with packages, several items were stacked in each office, and a large quantity of the packages were unopened. A preliminary review of purchases made by the defendant during his time as IT Director uncovered several purchases on the City’s Amazon business account that appeared to be fraudulent. These items appeared to be for personal use only such as electric razors, bedding and clothing items. Upon identifying these purchases investigators determined a full review of all purchases made by Dorgan should be conducted. The investigation subsequently revealed that between 2020 and 2026, among the thousands of items purchased using the City of Everett Amazon Account were over 700 items valued at over $98,000 sent to his home. Also, among the thousands, there were over 400 items that were identifi ed as having no link to his employment. These items were sent to both his home address and to his offi ce at Everett City Hall. Items purchased included video games, a Blu-ray DVD player and Apple AirPods. As a result of the investigation, last week, investigators executed a search warrant on a storage facility rented by the defendant and located hundreds of items matching those shown in the purchase records from the City of Everett Amazon account. Kevin Dorgan was arrested at his residence in Everett. He was arraigned Friday in Malden District Court. He was released on personal recognizance and is required to stay away from Everett City Hall and have no contact with any current or former City of Everett employees. This case is scheduled for pretrial conference on October 22, 2026. This is an active and ongoing investigation being conducted by the Middlesex District Attorney’s Office and Everett Police. “WE’RE STILL HERE!” Since 1947 MALDEN AUTO BODY Book online: Maldenauto.com 49 Robin St., Everett, MA 617-389-3030 * Maldenab@yahoo.com Over 79 years of exceptional service! Massone Family Owned & Operated 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 PHONE: (617) 387-7466 FAX: (617) 381-9186 Visit us online at: WWW.SABATINO-INS.COM
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THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, SEpTEmbER 18, 2026 Page 5 FBI Boston Warns of New Agent Impersonation Scam Spoofi ng FBI’s Phone Number Before Urging Victims to Switch to Encrypted Application T he Boston Division of the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) is warning the public about a new agent impersonation scam in which victims receive phone calls from scammers who are spoofi ng FBI Boston’s main phone number and encouraging them to download an encrypted application to continue communications. The scam starts with a call from someone posing as a representative from a fi nancial institution who informs the victim that their information was used to open an account to purchase illegal fi rearms. The victim is then transferred to someone claiming to be an FBI special agent “investigating” the fraud and is encouraged to verify the number, at which point the call inexplicably disconnects. Shortly after, victims reported receiving a return call appearing to be from FBI Boston’s main number, 857-386-2000. The scammer then provides a fake name and badge number to further trick the victim into believing they are speaking with an actual FBI agent and may tell the victim to move the conversation to an encrypted messaging application. Victims are further advised that all communications are confi dential and should not be shared with anyone. These calls are fraudulent. The FBI will never call or email private citizens to demand payment, personal information, threaten arrest, or ask you to communicate via an encrypted application. Recipients should hang up immediately and report the interaction to the FBI’s Internet Crime Complaint Center at ic3.gov. “Scammers are utilizing fear, urgency, and increasingly sophisticated tactics — including spoofi ng trusted phone numbers — to push people into acting before they can think it through,” said Ted E. Docks, Special Agent in Charge of the FBI’s Boston Division. “If you get an unexpected call from someone claiming to be the FBI or any law enforcement agency, stop. Hang up. Then verify the caller by contacting the organization directly using a number you found yourself. That pause can shut down a scam and keep criminals from turning your panic into their payday.” The FBI defi nes this type of scam as government impersonation fraud, in which criminals impersonate government offi cials to collect money. Scammers often threaten to extort victims with physical or fi nancial harm to obtain personally identifi able information (PII), such as a Social Security number, credit card or bank information, money, or access to a computer or phone. These scams are a persistent problem, and we encourage the public to remain vigilant. According to the Internet Crime Complaint Center (IC3), 32,424 people across the counGerry D’Ambrosio Attorney-at-Law Is Your Estate in Order? Do you have an update Will, Health Care Proxy or Power of Attorney? If Not, Please Call for a Free Consultation. 14 Proctor Avenue, Revere (781) 284-5657 MORE SUPP MORE SOLUTIONS. LESS WORR PP OLUTIONS. RR. Clear answers, faster decisions, and a t to get things done. We make it easy for Because here, easy means more. r o ge EverettBank.com try reported being victims of government impersonation scams in 2025, with losses totaling more than $797 million. Here in the Boston Division, which includes all of Maine, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, and Rhode Island, 1,092 complaints were filed with fi nancial losses totaling $28,895,404. • 125 victims in Maine reported losing $684,587 • 706 victims in Massachusetts reported losing $24,508,041 • 148 victims in New HampSCAM SPOOFING | SEE PAGE 7
Page 6 THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, SEpTEmbER 18, 2026 Secretary Zrike attends first day of full-day Pre-Kindergarten in the EPS Superintendent Hart, district celebrate historic beginning Pictured from left to right: Front row: Ward 2 School Committee Member Joanna Garren, School Committee Vice Chairperson Marcony Almeida Barros, School Committee Chairperson Samantha Hurley, Superintendent William D. Hart, Massachusetts Secretary of Education Dr. Stephen Zrike Jr., Mayor Robert J. Van Campen and Webster Extension Assistant Principal Laurie Stokes; back row: Asst. Supt. of Teaching, Learning, and Student Success Dr. Margaret Adams, Assistant Superintendent of Student Services Dennis Lynch and Asst. Supt. of Administration and Finance Chris Barrett. Special to The Advocate M assachusetts Secretary of Education Dr. Stephen Zrike Jr. was on hand to help the Everett Public Schools (EPS) celebrate a historic milestone in early education by attending the district’s first day of full-day Pre-Kindergarten on Wednesday, September 9, 2026, at Webster Extension. SuJ& • Reliable Mowing Service • Spring & Fall Cleanups • Mulch & Edging • Sod or Seed Lawns • Shrub Planting & Trimming • Water & Sewer Repairs Joe Pierotti, Jr. perintendent of Schools William D. Hart, Assistant Principal Laurie Stokes, School Committee Chairperson Samantha Hurley, Vice Chairperson Marcony Almeida Barros, Ward 2 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 School Committee Member Joanna Garren and members of the Superintendent’s Central Administration team joined Secretary Zrike in welcoming students, families, faculty and staff to Webster Extension on this historic day. Superintendent Hart, with the full support of the Everett School Committee, has opened the district’s first-ever full-day pre-kindergarten program at the Webster Extension and Adams Schools. The free, full-day option is at full capacity, serving more than 280 students for the 2026-2027 school year. In addition to greeting students as they arrived at school, Secretary Zrike toured Webster Extension and talked to Assistant Principal Stokes and Superintendent Hart about early education and some of the exciting things that are happening in the EPS. The Secretary said he looks forward to helping the EPS close achievement gaps and improve student achievement — goals proven to be supported by fullday pre-kindergarten. Everett High School Varsity Cheerleaders and Crimson Tide Marching Band members joined the festivities, and the facilities team set up a red carpet leading from Broadway to the front door of Webster Extension. Secretary Zrike said he was “so pleased to see so many young learners, to see the cheerleaders, the band — what a festive occasion. Everett does it right on the first day of school for their youngest learners.” Governor Maura Healey appointed Secretary Zrike in February of 2026. He previously led the school districts in Holyoke and Salem, which, like Everett, are Gateway Cities. He also served as a teacher and principal on his ascent to the Secretary’s office. “My thanks to Secretary Zrike for helping us mark this important day,” said Superintendent Hart. “I have no doubt that he left Everett with a strong sense of the welcoming and inclusive environment we create for our students, and an appreciation for the awesome teachers who lead the effort.” With the opening of pre-kindergarten, the EPS has fully begun the 2026-2027 school year across all schools and grade levels.
THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, SEpTEmbER 18, 2026 Page 7 Healey-Driscoll Administration Announces $2M in Fire Safety Funding Annual Grant programs Support Education, Alarms, and Home Safety Visits STOW—The Healey-Driscoll Administration is making nearly $2 million available to local fi re departments in support of fi re and life safety eff orts that protect Massachusetts’ most vulnerable residents. The annual Student Awareness of Fire Education (SAFE) and Senior SAFE grants fund trained firefighter-educators who deliver age-appropriate safety education to schoolaged children and older adults, as well as the associated costs of smoke and carbon monoxide alarms, teaching equipment, and other expenses. “Consistent, statewide fire SCAM SPOOFING | FROM PAGE 5 shire reported losing $1,678,840 • 113 victims in Rhode Island reported losing $2,023,936 The FBI will never: • Call or email private citizens to demand payment, threaten arrest, or request personal or sensitive information. • Request payment via prepaid cards, wire transfers, or cryptocurrency ATMs to avoid arrest. • Ask victims to liquidate assets into cash and/or purchase gold bars, silver, or other precious metals. • Ask you to use large sums of your own money to catch a criminal. • Ask you to communicate via an encrypted application. To protect yourself from falling victim to this scam: • Be wary of answering phone calls from numbers you do not recognize. • Do not send money or gift cards to anybody that you do not personally know and trust. • Never give out your personal information, including banking information, Social Security number, or and life safety education has helped make Massachusetts one of the most fi re-safe states in the nation,” said State Fire Marshal Jon M. Davine. “The SAFE and Senior SAFE grants are a vital part of that educational strategy. I strongly encourage every local fi re department to apply.” The SAFE grants contributed to the steepest decline in child fi re deaths in Massachusetts history. In 1994, there were more than two dozen child fi re fatalities; the SAFE grants were launched the following year and child fi re deaths never again reached even half that other personally identifiable information, to individuals you do not know. Scams impersonating the FBI and other government agencies can also occur via email. Common hallmarks of a scam email include misspellings, missing words, and incorrect grammar. Fraudulent emails may give the appearance of legitimacy by using pictures of the FBI Director or the Special Agent in Charge and include the FBI seal. Members of the public seeking to confi rm that they have been contacted by an actual FBI employee are encouraged to call the FBI Boston Division at 857-386-2000 and ask to be connected directly. If you think you are a victim of this scam, cease all contact with the scammers immediately, notify your fi nancial institutions and safeguard any fi nancial accounts. Contact your local law enforcement agency, fi le a police report, and fi le a complaint with the FBI’s Internet Crime Complaint Center at ic3.gov. Be sure to keep any fi - nancial transaction information, including prepaid cards and banking records, along with all telephone, text, or email communications. number, declining at a rate about 30% steeper than fire deaths overall. The Senior SAFE grants were launched to provide education, smoke and carbon monoxide alarm installation, and other services to reduce fi re-related fatalities among older adults, who now represent the age group most likely to die in a fi re. As Massachusetts’ older adult population increased by about 28% since 2017, per capita fi re deaths have fallen by nearly 29%. Fire departments of every city, town, fi re district, and eligible state authority can apply to share $1.8 million in funding for SAFE and/or Senior SAFE expenditures. Departments must meet certain requirements, including mandatory fi re data reporting, to be considered. The Notice of Funding Opportunity, grant application, and eligibility requirements are available on the Department of Fire Services’ website. Applications must be submitted by 5:00 pm on September 29.
Page 8 THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, SEpTEmbER 18, 2026 Crimson Tide football stages second half comeback to beat Arlington in home opener; Girls soccer unbeaten; Boys soccer drops pair to wrap up the first week of the fall schedule By Joe McConnell Freshman QB Michael Walsh turns in successful debut I t was an evening of mixed emotions for Everett High football coach Rob DiLoreto, but it all ended well, when the Crimson Tide defeated nonleague Arlington rather handily in the home opener on Sept. 11 at Veterans Memorial Stadium, 42-27. DiLoreto knows something about the Spy Ponders, having spent years there as a longtime educator / coach. He wouldn’t be human if he wasn’t caught up in the moment. “Although I tried my best to stay focused on the task at hand, Friday night was personally a very emotional night for me,” a reflective DiLoreto said days later. “I did not enjoy coaching against the school that I worked at for 29 wonderful years. I was honored to also be their football coach. I have lifelong relationships with my former (Arlington) students, players, colleagues and all of their families. I’m forever grateful for my time in Arlington, but now I’m hyper-focused and fully committed to being the best educator and coach in my hometown (of Everett).” In last Friday night’s game, visiting Arlington led the Tide at halftime, 21-7. But the second half was a different story, when the home team scored 28 points, including 22 in the fourth quarter to win the game going away. After Arlington took an early first quarter lead, freshman quarterback Michael Walsh came right back to complete an eight-yard touchdown pass to captain Armani Negron. Luca DaSilva followed with the extra point kick to tie up the proceedings. But the Spy Ponders scored the next 14 points. Walsh started the comeback in the third quarter with a 20yard scoring strike to Roshon Belony. DaSilva’s kick trimmed the deficit to 21-14. Tide running back Tyler Freni on the carry for Everett during Everett’s 42-27 home win against Arlington on Friday. Captain Tyler Freni was credited with the next two Everett scores on runs of seven and six yards, respectively to give his teammates their first lead in the game. After his second score, Walsh hooked up with captain Jamuari Dulin for two more points on the conversion try. The Everett offense remained relentless the rest of the way, before closing it out with budding star signal caller Walsh completing another eight-yard TD pass to Negron. DaSilva then nailed his third extra point try to put the final exclamation point on this satisfying opening night win. Following his spectacular first game as a varsity quarterback, DiLoreto said that he was not really surprised by Walsh’s calm demeanor. “Michael is a very talented quarSPORTS | SEE PAGE 9 Tide Freshman quarterback Michael Walsh with the ball for Everett. (Advocate photos by Emily Harney)
THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, SEpTEmbER 18, 2026 Page 9 SPORTS | FROM PAGE 8 terback, and is gifted with very advanced hand-eye coordination, while also possessing a very strong and accurate arm,” the coach added. “Michael also has tremendous field vision for such a young player, combined with a tremendous work ethic. He simply plays with passion, and, despite being a freshman, he earned the starting spot, because of his (play) since the first day of practice (on Aug. 24).” Statistically, the Tide had a number of players who turned in fine games. Belony was the Tide’s leading rusher with 47 yards on 7 carries. He also hauled in a 19-yard pass. Freni was the second leading rusher with 39 yards on 8 carries, while catching three passes for 29 more yards. Jeremiah Joseph was the team’s leading receiver with five catches for 114 yards. Walsh completed 14 passes out of 24 attempts for 198 yards that included three touchdowns and only one interception. He also called his own number eight times for 19 yards on the ground. Phillip Pimenta (3 solo, 2 assisted tackles) and Abraham Pierre each had two fumble recoveries to help thwart a couple of Arlington offensive drives. Captain Stevenstone Thomas also played a significant role on defense with three solo and two assisted tackles, but Negron led the effort with four solo and four assisted tackles. SPORTS | SEE PAGE 10 EHS alum basketball great Pat Bradley was on hand Friday night to cheer on the Crimson Tide. Happy 96th Birthday September 19, 2026 Marion Matewsky Former Miss Chateau de Ville ~ God Bless ~ We love you, Everett’s Jeremiah Joseph jumps up to make a sensational catch for the Tide. Your Family & Friends
Page 10 THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, SEpTEmbER 18, 2026 SPORTS | FROM PAGE 9 What’s next for the Tide won’t be easy. They will be welcoming Xaverian to town Friday night, Sept. 18, for another non-league game at 6 p.m. The Hawks have won the last two Division 1 Super Bowl championships, and DiLoreto knows that this will be a test for his young team. “Xaverian is returning many starters from the state championship team. They are extremely talented and extremely experienced on offense, defense and special teams,” said DiLoreto. “I have tremendous respect for Coach (Al) Fornaro and his entire staff. They are the best in the business. Xaverian runs a multiple prostyle offense, using both under center tight end sets combined with shotgun spread looks. They (employ) a 4-3 heavy blitz defense. We have been studying film on them to put together a gameplan that we (can be) confident in.” Tide girls soccer begins season with three points T he Everett High girls soccer team opened up on the road against host Lowell on Sept. 10, and came away with a well-earned scoreless tie. “It was a tough match between both squads,” said coach Dom Persuitte. “Lowell is very good at playing a high line to keep us in an offside position. But nonetheless, we kept breaking through the line, only to fall short of putting the ball in the net. We had multiple opportunities to bury the ball in the net, but the Lowell goalie also played very well. She was quick off her line to take control of our well-placed crosses. Even though we had some missed opportunities, it doesn’t take away from the massive effort that we put forward.” Midfielder Rosa Romero, defender Sofia Arana-Quintanilla and goalie Julianna Rivera, making her varsity debut, stood out for the Tide in this game, according to the coach. Persuitte also mentioned that striker Brianna Santos and right winger Connie Paz Hernandez crashed the net several times to help keep the pressure on the Lowell defense. On Monday, Sept. 14, the Everett girls headed to East Boston to play the host Jets, and in this game, they came out on top in a competitive matchup, 2-1. “It was a wild, hard-fought, nail-biting game,” said Persuitte. “At the start, we just couldn’t make connections on the ball, as we tried to adjust to the way East Boston was playing. I give all the credit to East Boston. They were relentless in pursuing the ball, and as a result ended up scorTide’s Roshon Belony dodges Arlington defenders during last Friday’s action. ing the first goal of the game with less than 10 seconds left in the first half.” But once the second half started, the Tide did not let up on the gas. “Everyone was working together as a team, and it looked great,” said Persuitte. “We moved the ball from one side to the other effortlessly. It was such a 180-degree turnaround, and it was great to watch.” Brianna Santos and Odalis Sandoval scored the second half goals to help secure the close win for their teammates. Sandoval assisted on the first tally, while captain Sofia Arana-Quintanilla set up Sandoval’s marker after taking a quick corner from Tiffany Aguilar. “It was great to see the team come together after a flat start,” said Persuitte. The Everett coach then also Armani Negron runs in for a Crimson Tide touchdown. praised the efforts of Mel Ribeiro and Mel Arana-Quintanilla on defense; as well as midfielders Kayla Andrade and Tiffany Aguilar and wingers Bella Mitrano and Odilas Sandoval. He also said that Rivera was once again solid in net, making countless saves, especially in the last six minutes of the game to help preserve the win. Tide boys soccer hosts annual alumni game Saturday I n the home opener at 7-Acres on Sept. 8, the Everett High boys soccer team dropped a 4-1 decision to nonleague Waltham. “The scoreboard doesn’t reflect the effort that the boys displayed in this game, especially in the first half, when we dominated possession and had opportunities, but could not score,” said third year head coach Rodney Landaverde. Senior Cesar Rengifo netted Everett’s first goal of the season after taking a long cross from senior captain Rene Lainez. Sophomore Merlin Christailin, making his varsity debut, showed that he is ready to compete on this level after coming up with some excellent opportunities to score, according to Landaverde. Last Saturday, Sept. 12, the Everett boys lost to non-league host Methuen in a bitter battle, 1-0. “This was another great game in which we possessed the ball very well, and it created opportunities to score from the likes of senior Cesar Rengifo, and juniors Saymon Coelho, one of this year’s captains, and Daniel Henriquez, who hit the crossbar once on a shot from 30 yards away,” Landaverde said. “But unfortunately, Methuen connected on a corner kick to account for the lone goal of the game.” Despite losing their first two games, Landaverde remains optimistic. “They have demonstrated resilience and a positive attitude, and because of that I’m still very confident as we begin our Greater Boston League schedule this week,” said Landaverde. Rene Lainez, Kevin Renderos and Coelho are this year’s Tide captains. “They are ready to keep their (teammates) hyped and hungry this season,” said Landaverde. Following games against Chelsea (Sept. 15) and Malden (Sept. 17) after press deadline, the Tide boys soccer program will be hosting its third annual alumni game at Veterans Memorial Stadium on Saturday, Sept. 19, at 9 a.m., prior to the start of the non-league battle against visiting Lawrence at noon. “We are excited to welcome back all alumni for Saturday’s annual game, and then having them cheer us on from the Everett Stadium stands for our game against Lawrence,” said Landaverde.
THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, SEpTEmbER 18, 2026 Page 11 ~ Everett Public Libraries Calendar of Events ~ Sept. 21–26 Around Everett Books and Brews: Short Path Distillery (71 Kelvin St), Saturday, September 26, at 1 p.m. The Everett Public Libraries is partnering with Night Shift Brewing and Short Path Distillery to discuss good books over good brews with great company! This month we’ll be reading “The Haves and Have-Yachts: Dispatches on the Ultrarich” by Evan Osnos. Pick up a copy at the Parlin or Shute Memorial Libraries, and we’ll see you at Night Shift Brewing to discuss the book. Tarot for Beginners: Parlin Parlin Adult and Teens Gaming Club: Parlin YA Room, Tuesdays and Thursdays at 3 p.m. Join us for board games and video games at the library! Bring your own or play what we have here. For ages 12 and up. Yarn Club: Parlin Fresco Room, Tuesdays at 7 p.m. Come chit-chat and stitch! Bring your crocheting, knitting or any other yarn craft and sit and socialize with other members of the crafting community. Recommended for ages 14-109! Mahjong Refresher: Parlin Meeting Room, Wednesday, September 23, at 1:00 p.m.; sign up required. If you have any questions, call or email Kathleen (617-394-2300, slipp@noblenet.org). Watch Anime! Parlin YA Room, Wednesdays at 3 p.m. Come to our new Watch Anime Club at the Parlin Library. Watch and vote on your favorite anime with your friends! Recommended for ages 11+. Murder/Mystery Book Group: Connolly Center Meeting Room, Thursday, September 24, at 12 p.m. Discuss Wilkie Collins’ “The Moonstone.” See Kathleen for copies on her twice monthly visits or call the Parlin (617-394 2300) or Shute (617-394-2308) Library. Solar Energy Explained: Saturday, September 26, at 10:00 a.m. If you missed it the fi rst time, Mr. Mendez is back to explain how you can lower your electricity bills using solar energy without solar panels on your roof. This program is available to both renters and owners. Meeting Room, Saturday, September 26, at 1:00 p.m. You’ve heard about Tarot, a deck of 78 playing cards used for fortune telling and self-refl ection. But if you hold a deck, do you know how it works? Katharine Martin, of the Wellness Consortium, will explain the basics. Space is limited. Registration is required. Sign up on our website or email/call Kathleen (slipp@noblenet.org, 617394-2300). Parlin Children’s Grab n Go Crafts: Stop by the Parlin and Shute Children’s Rooms every Monday for a Grab and Go craft, a self-directed arts and crafts program for children ages three to eight. Crafts can be taken home or crafted with a friend or caregiver at our children’s tables. No registration required, while supplies last. Lego Club: Parlin Children’s Room, Monday, September 21, from 3-5 p.m. Come to the Children’s Room on Mondays for some free Lego building fun. Open to all ages; children under six years old must be accompanied by an adult; no registration required. Storytime and Sing-along with Karen: Parlin Children’s Room, Wednesday, September 23, at 11 a.m. Join us for a funfi lled morning of singing and storytelling with Karen! Suggested ages: newborn to six. Creative Drama: Parlin Children’s Room, Wednesday, September 23, at 3 p.m. Children ages fi ve to 12 will enjoy using creativity and imagination through role-playing, improvisation and storytelling. Tune In: Music Class at the Library! Parlin Meeting Room, Thursday, September 24, from 3-4:30 p.m. Join us for a fun and interactive music class where you’ll learn to read music and sing! We’ll play games, try out cool exercises and have a great time making music together. No experience needed — just bring your voice and get ready to have fun! This program is recommended for ages 10-14. Materials for this program have been generously provided by the Friends of the Everett Public Libraries. Story Time Adventures with Mrs. McAuliffe: Parlin Craft Room, Friday, September 25, at 11:00 a.m. Join us for an enchanting Story Time! You will be whisked away on magical adventures through the pages of your favorite books. Get your wiggles out after the story with singing and stretches. Build a simple craft. Bring a friend or make a new one in our circle of friends. Recommended for children ages fi ve and under. Friday Family Movie! Parlin Meeting Room, Friday, September 25, at 3 p.m. Break out the popcorn! Come and watch “Garfield” with your friends and family — rated PG. Origami Club: Parlin Children’s Room, Saturday, September 26, at 12 p.m. Learn how to fold paper animals of all kinds! Open to all ages and abilities. Paper and instruction will be provided. EVENTS | SEE PAGE 21 Simple Ways to Soothe Bunion Pain Dear Savvy Senior, I’m a 62-year-old woman and have had a bunion on my big toe for years, but lately it’s become more painful and is making it hard to fi nd comfortable shoes. I’d like to avoid surgery if possible. What can I do to ease the discomfort and keep it from getting worse? -- Sore Toe Susan Dear Susan, You’re not alone. Bunions are very common, especially among women, and they often become more painful with age as the joint shifts out of alignment and infl ammation sets in. What may have started as a minor nuisance can turn into ongoing discomfort, making it diffi cult to fi nd shoes that fi t comfortably. A bunion, known medically as hallux valgus, is a bony bump that forms at the base of the big toe when the joint moves out of place, causing the toe to angle inward. Over time, this pushes the joint outward, creating the noticeable bump. Why it happens While tight or narrow shoes can make bunions worse, they’re usually not the root cause. Genetics plays a major role, which is why bunions often run in families. Other factors like fl at feet, arthritis, and past foot injuries can also contribute. Women tend to be more prone to them, partly due to years of wearing high heels or shoes with narrow toe boxes. The good news is that most bunions can be managed without surgery, especially if your goal is to ease symptoms and slow their progression. Simple relief The fi rst place to start is with your shoes. Switching to footwear with a wide toe box, soft materials, and good arch support can make a big diff erence, while high heels and tight shoes that crowd your toes should be avoided. It can also help to shop later in the day, when your feet are slightly swollen, for a more realistic fi t. Beyond footwear, a few simple steps can help ease the pressure. Padding the area with over-the-counter bunion cushions can reduce friction, and if the joint becomes sore or swollen, icing it for 10 to 15 minutes a few times a day may bring relief. Anti-inflammatory medications like ibuprofen can also help, if your doctor says they are appropriate for you. To further reduce strain, orthotic inserts, either storebought or custom, can improve how your foot distributes weight. Toe spacers can also help by keeping the toes in a more natural position, while a night splint, such as Dr. Scholl’s Bunion Relief & Toe Corrector (about $20), can gently guide the big toe into better alignment while you sleep. It may also help to rotate your shoes rather than wearing the same pair every day, reducing repeated pressure. In addition, gentle exercises, such as stretching your toes, picking up small objects, or rolling your foot over a tennis ball, can help maintain fl exibility. It is important to keep expectations realistic. These steps will not eliminate a bunion, but they can make it more manageable. When to get help If your bunion pain interferes with daily activities, or if you are developing corns, calluses or ongoing infl ammation, it is wise to see a podiatrist or orthopedic specialist. They can evaluate the severity and recommend additional treatments. Also seek care if you notice redness, warmth or signifi cant swelling, which could signal irritation or infection around the joint. Surgery is typically advised only when conservative measures no longer provide relief. Today’s procedures are more advanced than in the past and are often done on an outpatient basis, though recovery can up to six months and bunions can sometimes recur. In the meantime, taking steps to protect your feet can go a long way. With the right care, many people are able to manage bunions effectively and stay comfortable, active and on their feet. Send your questions or comments to questions@ savvysenior.org, or to Savvy Senior, P.O. Box 5443, Norman, OK 73070. Sa Sa a Say y Senior enior Sen by Jim Miller nr ior
Page 12 THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, SEpTEmbER 18, 2026 Everett celebrates Brazilian CELEBRATES | FROM PAGE 1 Special to The Advocate R esidents from across Everett gathered at City Hall on Tuesday, September 8, to celebrate Brazilian Independence Day and recognize the varied contributions of Everett’s Brazilian community, which is an important part of the city’s diverse cultural landscape. Brazilian residents, families, business owners and community leaders contribute to the city’s neighborhoods, local economy and civic life. The celebration featured live music and dancing, the raising of the Brazilian flag outside City Hall and remarks from city, state and consulate officials. Brazilian Deputy Consul General Maria Helena Pinheiro Penna of the Consulate-General of Brazil in Boston addressed attendees during the celebration. “It is an honor to stand before you today to celebrate our national day, for this historic anniversary of our independence,” said Pinheiro Penna. “We do not only look back at the birth of our sovereign nation in 1822; we also look forward to celebrating the vibrant community of Brazilians who call this municipality of Everett home and forming a bridge of friendship between Brazil and the United States. Brazilians are proud to contribute every single day to the progress of the city and the state.” CELEBRATES | SEE PAGE 13 An Everett resident holds a Brazilian flag during the celebration. Residents hold a Brazilian flag during the celebration. The Brazilian flag displayed during Everett’s Brazilian Independence Day celebration at City Hall. Attendees listen to remarks during the speaking program. Massachusetts Alliance for Portuguese Speakers CEO Paulo Pinto speaks during the celebration. A band performed Brazilian music during the celebration. School Committee Vice Chairperson Marcony Almeida Barros speaks during the celebration. From left to right: Ward 1 Councillor Michele Capone, School Committee Vice Chairperson Marcony Almeida Barros, Parlin School Principal Darlene Pugnali, Mayor Robert J. Van Campen, Brazilian Deputy Consul General Maria Helena Pinheiro Penna and Ward 2 Councillor Stephanie Martins pose for a photo.
THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, SEpTEmbER 18, 2026 Page 13 Independence Day at City Hall CELEBRATES | FROM PAGE 12 Mayor Robert J. Van Campen, Mass. Alliance for Portuguese Speakers CEO Paulo Pinto and School Committee Vice Chairperson Marcony Almeida Barros pose with staff members and attendees. “For those of us who are thousands of miles away from Brazil, celebrations like this are about so much more than just raising a flag. They’re about keeping our culture alive, celebrating music, food, language, traditions, and the Brazilian spirit,” said Ward 2 Councillor Stephanie Martins. “Here in Everett, the Brazilian community has become an important part of the fabric of the city, opening businesses, keeping the storefronts vibrant, creating jobs, providing essential services, and helping move our local economy forward.” “Today’s flag raising is realMayor Robert J. Van Campen speaks with a resident during the celebration. Mass. Alliance for Portuguese Speakers CEO Paulo Pinto dances with an attendee. ly an occasion and a chance for Brazilian residents to see a piece of home represented in this place where you live, work, raise your families, and build that future together,” said Mayor Robert J. Van Campen. “I am proud to recognize Brazilian heritage in the City of Everett. On behalf of the City, I say Happy Brazilian Independence Day to everyone here. Thank you so very much for everything you bring to and do for this community. Obrigado.” “May this occasion remind us Members of the band hold a Brazilian flag. Brazilian Deputy Consul General Maria Helena Pinheiro Penna speaks during the celebration. A singer performs the U.S. and Brazilian national anthems. Eliot Family Resource Center’s Senior Director of Community Impact and Development, Liliana Patino (right), speaks with a resident. that our diversity is one of the greatest strengths, and that our city is better because of the people and families who have chosen to build their lives here,” said Massachusetts Alliance for Portuguese Speakers CEO Paulo Pinto. “Happy Brazilian Independence Day, and long live the friendship between Brazil, our community, and the City of Everett.” Brazilian Independence Day, which is celebrated annually on September 7, commemorates Brazil’s 1822 declaration of independence from Portugal by Dom Pedro, who later became the nation’s first emperor. The Brazilian Independence Day celebration provided an opportunity for Everett residents to celebrate the history, culture and traditions of Brazil while recognizing the many ways the Brazilian community continues to contribute to Everett.
Page 14 THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, SEpTEmbER 18, 2026 Beacon Hill Roll Call Volume 51 - Report No. 37 September 7-11, 2026 Masshealth Lien Of Home O ne fi nancial mistake a single person might make is to sell his or her home in order to pay for nursing home care, without at least giving serious consideration to another option. If this single person’s spouse had previously died and the home therefore (although not a countable asset) would now be lienable by MassHealth, selling the home might not be the best solution if the goal is to protect the hard-earned equity in the home for the benefi t of the couple’s children. The lien placed on the home by MassHealth just might not be the worst thing. Remember, if both spouses are alive, and only one spouse goes into the nursing home, MassHealth cannot place a lien on the home as long the non-institutionalized spouse is still living in the home. Since the private pay rate for skilled nursing home care is approximately $15,000 per month, simply selling the home to private pay would mean that the nursing home will be paid approximately $180,000 for each year of nursing home stay. Assuming $2,500 per month in social security income is being paid to the nursing home, the cash assets expended per month from the proceeds from the sale of the house would amount to $12,500). If, on the other hand, the home is not sold but is rented instead to cover the monthly expenses, MassHealth can be applied for and if the individual satisfies the clinical eligibility test and has countable assets of $2,000 or less, approval can be obtained. The nursing home will then be entitled to the Medicaid monthly rate of approxBy Bob Katzen THE HOUSE AND SENimately $7,500. The $2,500 per month in social security income going to the nursing home will reduce the $7,500 payment MassHealth would normally pay to the nursing home to $5,000. Consequently, the MassHealth lien will only build up at the rate of $5,000 per month, or $60,000 per year. Three years later the lien would amount to $180,000. If the home’s fair market value at the time of institutionalization was $750,000, and the home appreciated 5% per year over that three-year period, the home’s fair market value at the end of the three-year period would be $868,219, for a $118,219 increase in value. That helps to offset significantly the $180,000 MassHealth lien. A much better result for preserving the home for the children. Furthermore, if the home is sold during the life of the individual going into a nursing home, a capital gains tax might be due, particularly if the house is a two family wherein 50% is considered investment property. If the home is sold after the nursing home resident’s death, there would be a step-up in cost basis equal to the fair market value at the time of death with either no or little capital gains tax due on a subsequent sale. Joseph D. Cataldo is an estate planning/elder law attorney, Certifi ed Public Accountant, Certifi ed Financial Planner, AICPA Personal Financial Specialist and holds a masters degree in taxation. ATE: There were no roll calls in the House or Senate last week. This week, Beacon Hill Roll Call reports on the percentage of times local representatives voted with their party’s leadership in the 2026 session through Sept. 11. Beacon Hill Roll Call uses 125 votes from the 2026 House session as the basis for this report. This includes all roll calls that were not votes on local issues. The votes of the 130 Democrats were compared to the votes of Democratic Speaker Ron Mariano (D-Quincy). Mariano missed eight roll call votes so on those eight roll calls, we used the vote of Mariano’s Majority Leader Rep. Mike Moran (D-Brighton). The votes of the 24 Republicans were compared to the votes of House Republican Minority Leader Brad Jones (R-North Reading). On the 125 roll calls, Mariano and Jones voted the same way on 75 roll calls (60 percent) and voted the opposite way from each other on 50 roll calls (40 percent.) THE DEMOCRATS: A total of 100 (76.9 percent) of the 130 Democrats voted with Mariano 100 percent of the time. There were only 30 Democratic representatives who voted diff erently than Mariano on any roll calls. And 14 of those only voted diff erently from Mariano just one time. The Democratic representative who voted the least percentage of time with Mariano was Rep. Colleen Garry (D-Dracut) who voted with Mariano only 86 percent of the time. Garry did not respond to repeated requests by Beacon Hill Roll Call asking her to comment on this. The other four Democrats who voted the opposite of Mariano the most times are Reps. Alan Silvia (D-Fall River) who voted with Mariano 93.1 percent of the time; David Robertson (D-Tewksbury) who voted with Mariano 94.4 percent of the time; Erika Uyterhoeven (D-Somerville) who voted with Mariano 95.1 percent of the time; and Mike Connolly (D-Cambridge) who voted with Mariano 95.2 percent of the time. Beacon Hill Roll Call asked those four representatives why they voted so many times the opposite of Mariano, while 100 of their colleagues voted with Mariano 100 percent of the time. Only Rep. Silvia responded. Reps. Robertson, Uyterhoeven and Connolly did not respond. Rep. Silvia responded: A spokesperson from Silvia’s offi ce told Beacon Hill Roll Call, “Rep. Silvia does not vote against the speaker simply for the sake of opposition. Every vote is considered on its merits and through the lens of what best serves the residents of the 7th Bristol District. When those priorities align with House leadership, he is pleased to support them. When they do not, he has the independence to vote according to his conscience and the needs of the people he was elected to represent.” Beacon Hill Roll Call also asked all 100 representatives who voted with Mariano 100 percent of the time to explain why they did so. Only two responded. Rep. Alice Peisch (D-Wellesley), Speaker Mariano’s Assistant Majority Leader, said, “Of course, I vote with the speaker 100 percent of the time, as do most Democrats, because his position refl ects my views and the views of the majority of the caucus.” Rep. Ken Gordon (D-Bedford) said, “You’ve got the question backwards. Speaker Mariano votes with the members. What you see on the fl oor is a result of what the members collectively prioritize. And through the committee process we communicate how best to present the issues.” The other 98 representatives who voted with Mariano 100 percent of the time did not respond to Beacon Hill Roll Call. They are: Reps. James Arciero (D-Westford), James Arena-DeRosa (D-Holliston), Shirley Arriaga (D-Chicopee), Bruce Ayers (D-Quincy), Jennifer Balinsky Armini (D-Marblehead), John Barrett (D-North Adams), David Biele (D-South Boston), Hannah Bowen (D-Beverly), Antonio Cabral (D-New Bedford), Daniel Cahill (D-Lynn), Simon Cataldo (D-Concord), Tackey Chan (D-Quincy), Michelle Ciccolo (D-Lexington), Rob Consalvo (D-Hyde Park), Mark Cusack (D-Braintree), Leigh Davis (D-Great Barrington), Michael Day (D-Stoneham), Kip Diggs (D-Barnstable), Mindy Domb (D-Amherst), Kate Donaghue (D-Westborough), Daniel Donahue (D-Worcester), Paul Donato (D-Medford), Michelle DuBois (D-Brockton), Patricia Duff y (D-Holyoke), Tricia Farley-Bouvier (D-Pittsfield), Carole Fiola (D-Fall River), Christopher Flanagan (D-Dennis), Brandy Fluker-Reid (D-Mattapan), William Galvin (D-Canton), Sean Garballey (D-Arlington), Judith Garcia (D-Chelsea), Jessica Giannino (D-Revere), Carlos Gonzalez (D-Springfi eld), Danielle Gregoire (D-Marlborough), Richard Haggerty (D-Woburn), Ryan Hamilton (D-Methuen), Christopher Hendricks (D-New Bedford), Kate Hogan (D-Stow), Kevin Honan (D-Boston), Tara Hong (D-Lowell), Daniel Hunt (D-Dorchester), Kristin Kassner (D-Hamilton), Patrick Kearney (D-Scituate), Mary Keefe (D-Worcester), Sally Kerans (D-Danvers), Meghan Kilcoyne (D-Clinton), Michael Kushmerek BEACON | SEE PAGE 15
THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, SEpTEmbER 18, 2026 Page 15 BEACON | FROM PAGE 14 (D-Fitchburg), Kathleen LaNatra (D-Kingston), John Lawn (D-Watertown), David LeBoeuf (D-Worcester), Jack Lewis (D-Framingham), David Linsky (D-Natick), Kate Lipper-Garabedian (D-Melrose), Jay Livingstone (D-Boston), Hadley Luddy (D-Orleans), Bill MacGregor (D-Boston), Adrian Madaro (D-East Boston), John Mahoney (D-Worcester), Joseph McGonagle (D-Everett), Paul McMurtry (D-Dedham), Rita Mendes (D-Brockton), Aaron Michlewitz (D-Boston), Thomas Moakley (D-Falmouth), Samantha Montano (D-Boston), John Moran (D-South End), Michael Moran (D-Brighton), Frank Moran (D-Lawrence), James Murphy (D-Weymouth), Brian Murray (D-Milford), James O’Day (D-West Boylston), Edward Philips (D-Sharon), Bridget Plouff e (D-Brockton), Angelo Puppolo (D-Springfield), Adrianne Ramos (D-North Andover), Orlando Ramos (D-Springfi eld), Sean Reid (D-Lynn), Estela Reyes (D-Lawrence), John Rogers (D-Norwood), Jeffrey Roy (D-Franklin), Daniel Ryan (D-Charlestown), Amy Sangiolo (D-Newton), Aaron Saunders (D-Belchertown), Adam Scanlon (D-North Attleborough), Greg Schwartz (D-Newton), Priscila Sousa (D-Framingham), Thomas Stanley (D-Waltham), Mark Sylvia (D-Fairhaven), Andrew Tarr (D-Gloucester), Joshua Tarsky (D-Needham), Chynah Tyler (D-Roxbury), Steven Ultrino (D-Malden), Andy Vargas (D-Haverhill), Tommy Vitolo (D-Brookline), Thomas Walsh (D-Peabody), Richard Wells (D-Milton), Bud Williams (D-Springfi eld), Christopher Worrell (D-Boston) and Jonathan Zlotnik (D-Gardner). THE REPUBLICANS: None of the 24 GOP members voted with Jones 100 percent of the time. The Republican representative who voted the least percentage of times with Jones is Rep. John Gaskey (R-Carver) who voted with Jones only 78.4 percent of the time. “For too long the Republican party has played ‘Democrat Lite,’ hoping for scraps from the table of funding to bring home to their districts,” Gaskey told Beacon Hill Roll Call. “I was sent to Beacon Hill to stand up and say, ‘No more.’ I ran on change and helping the Republican party diff erentiate from the Democrats and using my vote to stand up against radical far left policies that hurt my district and constituents is one way of doing that.” Rounding out the top BEACON | SEE PAGE 16 Home of the Week SAUGUS – Wonderful Family Colonial featuring 7 rooms, 3 bedrooms, 1 1/2 baths, eat-in kitchen with pantry area offering granite counters, desirable and spacious 1st floor family room, large living room open to dining room, enclosed front porch, rear deck overlooking large, level yard, two car detached garage, newer gas heating system, 2026 gas hot water heater, conveniently located just outside of Saugus Center, close to shopping and NEW & EXCITING PRICE $599,900 all major routes. 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He was preceded in death by his siblings Louie Aloise, Cheryl Barends and his twin Joseph Aloise (born together, bound forever, reunited in eternal rest.) He also leaves behind countless in-laws, nieces, nephews, great nieces and nephews, extended family and friends. He will be sorely missed by his puppy Rocky, his most loyal companion and his grandpups Chum and Koda. For those who knew John, there will be countless stories— the funny ones, the crazy ones, the ones that make you shake your head and smile. John lived a life filled with love, laughter, hard work, family, friendship, and adventure. He was an amazing provider and the greatest dad. He was strong. He was fearless. He was funny. He was one of a kind. Most of all, he was loved, more than words could ever say. Visitation was held on Sunday, September at Salvatore Rocco & Sons Funeral Home, Everett. Funeral and Prayer Service on Monday at the Funeral Home. Family asks that donations may be made to the American Cancer Society in honor of John. http:// www.cancer.org 800-227-2345 ~ In Memoriam ~ Joseph “Bob” Cardello Our Dad was born September 9, 2026 and he would have been 100 years old. He was married to Catherine Guerriero and they celebrated 41 years of marriage. They raised “my three sons” Robert, Richard, and Paul. Dad was a proud husband, father and grandfather. Dad worked for the City of Everett as Board of Health Inspector and he also served on the Common Council. Dad, along with John Pomer, Walter Shaw, and others under William “Pucky” Onessimo started the Everett Youth Farm League Baseball. Dad was a proud member of the U.S. Navy. Check out the Veterans Street sign at the corner of Main and Pearl Streets. The Cardello Family just celebrated their 30th year of sponsoring the Joseph “Bob” Cardello Memorial Scholarship at Everett High School. We would like to thank our Aunt Rosemarie Guerriero, a teacher at EHS, who helped me put this together. She was so happy to be involved with it. We would also like to thank Mr. Fred Foresterie, former Superintendent of Everett Public Schools, who was so happy and proud to help out. Fred always said to me, “Your father was a great man.” Anytime Fred needed a favor, Dad was always there for him. Additionally, we want to thank Linda Maloney and her staff for putting together an excellent scholarship program. Lastly, to thank School Supt. William Hart and his staff, and Kelley Naumann and her staff, in keeping Scholarship Night a huge success. Thank you, The Cardello Family Bobby, Mom Rick, Paul, Christine, Courteny, Lola and Molly We all miss you, Dad.
Page 16 THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, SEpTEmbER 18, 2026 BEACON | FROM PAGE 15 five GOP representatives who voted with Jones the least percentage of times are Reps. Nick Boldyga (R-Southwick) and Marc Lombardo (R-Billerica) who both voted with Jones 86.7 percent of the time; David DeCoste (R-Norwell) who voted with Jones 88 percent of the time; Donald Berthiaume (R-Spencer) who voted with jones 88.7 percent of the time; and Joe McKenna who voted with Jones 88.8 percent. Beacon Hill Roll Call asked those four representatives why they voted against Jones on several roll calls. Reps. Boldyga, Lombardo, DeCoste and Berthiaume did not respond. THE UNENROLLED: Rep. Susannah Whipps (U-Athol) is the only unenrolled House member and is not affi liated with either the Republican or Democratic party. We based her record on how many times she voted with Democratic House Speaker Ron Mariano. She voted with Mariano 97.5 percent of the time. THE CRITICS: Aaron Singer, the producer and director of the documentary “Shadows on the Hill”: “The lockstep votes make more sense when you consider the levers leadership holds over everyone else. Four in 10 families struggled to afford healthcare last year, yet every House Democrat voted to make the Senate healthcare bill friendlier to the insurance industry. What’s more likely: 100% of Democrats thought that rewrite was best for their district, or nobody wanted to cross the guy who controls their pay, power and perks?” Mary Connaughton, Chief Operating Officer and Director of Government Transparency at the Pioneer Institute: “These numbers reveal just how damaging a run amok stipend system can be - one that rewards loyalty to the speaker over true repreCITY OF EVERETT - LEGAL NOTICE - BOARD OF ZONING APPEALS 484 BROADWAY, ROOM 24 EVERETT, MASSACHUSETTS 02149 To Whom It May Concern: This notice is to inform you that there will be a Special Meeting held on Monday, September 21, 2026 at 6:00 PM, Everett City Hall, 3rd Floor George Keverian Hearing Room. All interested parties may attend and opinions will be heard regarding the following petition. Whereas a petition has been presented by: Property Address: Map/Parcel: Building Permit Property Owner: PROPOSAL: Renovate existing two-family dwelling to create a three-family dwelling. The Proposed dwelling is 4085.28 sq. ft. according to Jacob H. Levine Architecture on a lot that is 5124 sq. ft. according to Medford Engineering land surveyor. Violations: 1. Section 4.B.2.c. The FAR comes out to .79. It shall not exceed .5 for three-family dwellings and above. A variance is required. 2. Also, the existing right side yard set-back is three (3.2) feet two inches, where four (4) feet is required. A special permit is required, pursuant to Section 3(F) of the Zoning Ordinance. 3. Pursuant to Section 17.A.1. of the Zoning Ordinance, the existing residential property is nonconforming as to parking requirements, and your proposal will increase this nonconformity, because six (6) spaces would be required for the proposed three-unit structure. You may either seek a special permit from the Zoning Board of Appeals to increase the parking nonconformity, pursuant to Section 3(F) of the Zoning Ordinance, or participate in the Transportation Demand program under Section 35 of the Zoning Ordinance. Rebecca Edmondson Korom - Chairman Roberta Suppa - Clerk of Board of Appeals September 11, 18, 2026 79 Bradford Street Everett, MA 02149 C0-01-000127 B-26-1 Salvatore J. Vigorito and Nancy Vigorito 79 Bradford Street Everett, MA 02149 sentation of the people.” Paul Craney, Executive Director of the Massachusetts Fiscal Alliance: “It proves the legislative system is broken. Not much more can be said of it.” Scotia Hille, Act on Mass Executive Director: “Massachusetts’ 351 cities and towns are home to an incredible diversity of residents, voices, ideas and opinions. And a functional democracy should refl ect that. The results from this legislative session once again show that a single voice matters in the Statehouse: that of the representative from Quincy. Voters should ask themselves if that is representation enough for them.” PERCENTAGE OF TIMES LOCAL SREPRESENTATIVES VOTED WITH THEIR PARTY’S LEADERSHIP IN 2026 THROUGH SEPT. 11 The percentage next to the representative’s name represents the percentage of times the representative supported his or her party’s leadership in 2026 through September 11. The number in parentheses represents the number of times the representative opposed his or her party’s leadership. Some representatives voted on all 125 roll call votes. Others missed one or more roll calls. The percentage for each representative is calculated based on the number of roll calls on which he or she voted. Rep. Joseph McGonagle 100 percent (0) ALSO UP ON BEACON HILL STREAMLINE NEW HOUSING – The Pioneer Institute issued a report that it says identifi es ten straightforward permitting and administrative changes that can be initiated by cities and towns without waiting for lawmakers on Beacon Hill to act. The report says action by cities and towns can “reduce the time and cost of building new homes, at a time when housing costs are helping drive residents to lower-cost states.” “We keep hearing the BEACON | SEE PAGE 17 - LEGAL NOTICE - COMMONWEALTH OF MASSACHUSETTS THE TRIAL COURT PROBATE AND FAMILY COURT Middlesex Division Docket No. Ml26P3971EA Estate of: PAUL T. HUSSEY Also Known As: PAUL HUSSEY Date of Death: 06/02/2026 INFORMAL PROBATE PUBLICATION NOTICE To all persons interested in the above captioned estate, by Petition of Petitioner Richard J. O’Neil, Jr. of Everett, MA a Will has been admitted to informal probate. Richard J. O’Neil, Jr. 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. September 18, 2026
THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, SEpTEmbER 18, 2026 Page 17 BEACON | FROM PAGE 16 same story: families and employers are choosing New Hampshire, Rhode Island or states further afield because it’s simply cheaper to live and build there,” said Jim Stergios, executive director of the institute. “Municipalities can’t single-handedly fix the state’s housing shortage, but they don’t have to wait for Beacon Hill to stop making it worse. This paper gives them a concrete roadmap to clear out the friction in their own back offices.” The suggested changes include making online permitting information clear, easily accessible and consistent with zoning; using a standardized online portal for permit application submittals; offering developers a pre-application meeting with municipal department heads and local board members; coordinating peer reviews early in the process; requiring training for local board members; and minimizing the number of local officials who hold sway over subjective criteria. “Much of the delay and added cost in residential permitting is invisible to the public,” said Andrew Mikula, Pioneer Institute’s Chief Housing Economist and the author of the report. “Contentious town meeting and city council votes make headlines, but there is real potential for streamlining and standardization in the back-office interactions between applicants, staff and volunteer board members that happen long before any public hearing.” BROWNSBERGER WINS RECOUNT – Sen. Will Brownsberger (D-Belmont) eked out a 35-vote victory in a recount of the votes in the Senate Suffolk and Middlesex District which consists of Belmont, Watertown and parts of Boston and Cambridge. Brownsberger, a key member of Senate President Spilka’s leadership team, also presides over most Senate sessions. He edged out challenger Daniel Lander of Boston who was backed by Boston Mayor Michelle Wu. This race became a proxy war over some voters’ dissatisfaction with the Beacon Hill status quo and a test of Wu’s political strength after Brownsberger helped defeat her tax reclassification push in 2024. Wu’s proposal would have allowed the city of Boston to shift more of its property tax burden onto commercial real estate in fiscal years 2027 through 2029. In a statement about the recount results, Lander congratulated Brownsberger and said his own campaign showed “this district is hungry for change.” “While this race did not end as we’d hoped, I am so deeply proud of the campaign we built,” said Lander. “I know we have woken up the State Senate and sent a message loud and clear that the days of delay and inaction must end now.” “I am just grateful to be able to continue to serve,” Brownsberger said. “I look forward to getting back to work.” $10 BILLION IN MARIJUANA SALES—The Cannabis Control Commission (CCC) announced that Massachusetts marijuana establishments have exceeded $10 billion in all-time gross sales. The milestone comes nearly a decade after voters approved adult-use cannabis in the November 2016 election, and nearly eight years after the November 2018 opening of the state’s first two adult-use retail stores opened in Northampton and Leicester. “The adult-use cannabis market has grown quickly since the first retail stores opened in 2018, and now reliably generates more than $1.5 billion in gross sales annually,” said CCC Executive Director Travis Ahern. “As the industry enters its next phase with new license types and operators, we look forward to continuing our mission of overseeing a safe, equitable cannabis — CHILD FIND NOTICE — In accordance with IDEA and Massachusetts Chapter 71B, all public schools must provide special education for children determined to be educationally disabled. The law requires a school district to identify children ages 3 to 21. This law applies to all children, including those in non-public schools, pre-schools, and hospital settings. In addition, children of migrant or homeless families are entitled to public education. Parents or service providers who suspect a child might have an educationally disabling condition are encouraged to contact their child’s school. Everett Public Schools will arrange screening and evaluation for any students who are unable to progress effectively in general education because of a disability. For more detailed information about the policies, procedures, and services available at the Everett Public Schools for special education, please contact Director of Special Education Shamus Brady at 617-394-2400 Ext. 610061 or email at sbrady@everett.k12.ma.us. Translations of the Child Find Notice can be found at: www.everettpublicschools.org/apps/pages/ChildFind To: Anthony Capalino AKA Anthony J. Capalino and to all persons entitled to the benefit of the Servicemembers Civil Relief Act, 50 U.S.C. c. 50 §3901 (et seq): Chase Home Lending Mortgage Trust 2024-RPL3 Mortgage Certificates, Series 2024-RPL3, claiming to have an interest in a Mortgage covering real property in Everett, numbered 28 Wedgewood Street, given by Anthony Capalino to Washington Mutual Bank, FA, dated March 2, 2005, and recorded in Middlesex County (Southern District) Registry of Deeds in Book 44747, Page 492, as affected by a Loan Modification dated September 19, 2013, and recorded in Said Registry of Deeds in Book 62826, Page 226, and now held by plaintiff by assignment, has/have filed with this court a complaint for determination of Defendant’s/Defendants’ Servicemembers status. If you now are, or recently have been, in the active military service of the United States of America, then you may be entitled to the benefits of the Servicemembers Civil Relief Act. If you object to a foreclosure of the above mentioned property on that basis, then you or your attorney must file a written appearance and answer in this court at Three Pemberton Square, Boston, MA 02108 on or before October 12, 2026 or you may lose the opportunity to challenge the foreclosure on the ground of noncompliance with the Act. Witness, Gordon H. Piper, Chief Justice of said Court on August 31, 2026. Attest: Deborah J. Patterson Recorder 26-005464 September 18, 2026 market for Massachusetts consumers and patients.” “The licensees that comprise the adult-use industry deserve congratulations for safely growing the industry from scratch and providing a significant return to Massachusetts taxpayers through sales, excise and local taxes along the way,” noted Commissioner Anthony Wilson. “As commissioners, we will continue the work of making sure the industry continues to grow carefully, safely and equitably.” CHILD SEXUAL ABUSE BEACON | SEE PAGE 18 CITY OF EVERETT - LEGAL NOTICE - BOARD OF APPEALS 484 BROADWAY, ROOM 24 EVERETT, MASSACHUSETTS 02149 The Zoning Board of Appeals will be cancelled for Monday September 21 and rescued for October 19 @ 6:00 pm at City Hall. Rebecca Edmondson Korom - Chairman Roberta Suppa - Clerk of Board of Appeals September 18, 2026 - LEGAL NOTICE - COMMONWEALTH OF MASSACHUSETTS LAND COURT DEPARTMENT OF THE TRIAL COURT 26 SM 002814 ORDER OF NOTICE
Page 18 THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, SEpTEmbER 18, 2026 BEACON | FROM PAGE 17 – The House and Senate in July approved two different versions of a primary care and health care aff ordability bill. The House version includes a provision that would eliminate the civil statute of limitations for childhood sexual abuse. The Senate version does not include that provision. A House-Senate conference committee is working on hammering out a compromise version of the two bills. Under current law, effective for abuse that took place after June 26, 2014, survivors must sue within 35 years of the abuse, or within seven years of discovering that the abuse caused them psychological harm. However, the clock does not start ticking until the survivor turns 18. In practice, that caps most claims around age 53 and leaves survivors CITY OF EVERETT - LEGAL NOTICE - DEPARTMENT OF INSPECTIONAL SERVICES 484 BROADWAY, ROOM 26 EVERETT, MASSACHUSETTS 02149 Dear Property Owner/Authorized Agent: You have requested that a Building Permit be issued in accordance with the appropriate provisions of the City of Everett Zoning Ordinances. For the reason(s) outlined below your request for such permit is respectfully DENIED. You have the right to request the issuance of a Variance from the Zoning Board of Appeals in compliance with Massachusetts General Laws, Chapter 40A § 10. Property Address: Map/Parcel: Zoning District: Building Permit 75-89 Norman Street G0-3A-000011, G0-3A-00011A, G0-3A-000012 and G0-3A-000014 River Front Overlay District B-26-500 Person Requesting: Commercial Investors LLC 142 Cambridge Street Charlestown, MA 02129 REASON FOR DENIAL: The applicant seeks to construct Two (2) Apartment Buildings on the same lot with a total of 514 apartment units. Violations: • Pursuant to Section 3 General Requirements paragraph M, only one (1) residential building shall be permitted on a lot. The submitted plan indicates that Two (2) Buildings are shown on a single lot. A variance is needed. • Pursuant to Section 26, C, Dimensional Requirements line 4 a Twenty-five (25) foot rear yard is required yet the plan indicates a Zero (0) foor rear lot line has been indicated. • Pursuant to Section 26, C, Dimensional Requirements line 5 the maximum building floors shall be Five (5) floors the plans indicate Six (6) floors with a maximum building height of 65 feet, the plan indicates 65 feet 6 inches. A variance is need for both issues. • Pursuant to Section 26, C, Dimensional Requirements Line 6 limits the building FAR to 2.25 to 1, the plan indicates 2.28 to 1 this would require a Special Permit. • Pursuant to Section 26, C, Dimensional Requirements Line 7 limits the number of units per acre to 70 the plan indicates 123 units per acre. A variance is needed. • Pursuant to Section 17, A, Off-street parking line 2 requires 2 spaces per unit, so with 514 units the project requires 1028 spaces yet only 234 parking spaces have been provided. A variance is needed. Date: August 5, 2026 Please be advised that you have thirty (30) days from the date of this refusal to appeal this decision. David A. Palumbo - Director Michael P. Desmond - Lead Building Inspector Inspectional Services Department 484 Broadway, Rm 26, Everett, MA 02149 O: 617-394-2222 September 11, 18, 2026 whose window has already closed with no path back into court. Supporters say the provision would eliminate the deadlines that currently bar many survivors from ever bringing a civil claim. They note the provisions will open a two-year window allowing survivors whose claims have already expired under current law to revive them against both perpetrators and the institutions that enabled or concealed the abuse. Moving forward, it will also allow survivors to sue individuals and institutions responsible for their abuse at any point in their lives, with no fi ling deadline. Research cited by Enough Abuse shows that most survivors take years, often decades, to come forward. More than half delay disclosure by fi ve years or more, and the typical age at fi rst disclosure to anyone, including a spouse, is not until the survivor’s 50s. Roughly one in fi ve survivors never disclose their abuse at all. Male survivors tend to wait longest, often more than two decades. Enough Abuse argues that this pattern of delayed disclosure is caused by the abuse itself, through shame, fear and manipulation engineered by an abuser the child is taught to trust, and that a fi xed civil deadline modeled on an ordinary accident claim misunderstands the long-lasting harm child sexual abuse causes. “Speaker Mariano and the House took a meaningful step forward for survivors, and we are deeply grateful for it,” said Jetta Bernier, executive director of Enough Abuse. “Survivors of childhood sexual abuse have waited long enough. The Senate now has the opportunity to stand with the BEACON | SEE PAGE 19 - LEGAL NOTICE OF PUBLIC SALE - Notice is hereby given by A.G. Quealy Towing, Inc., 26 Garvey St., Everett, MA,02149 pursuant to the provisions of G.L.c.255, Section 39A, that on or after 09-19-2026 the following Motor Vehicles will be sold to satisfy the garage keeper’s lien thereon for storage, towing charges, care and expenses of notice and sale of said vehicles: P.O. Box 490558 Everett, MA 02149 YEAR MAKE MODEL 2015 BMW 2023 ZHEJIANG SHAQI Kia 2020 1993 Ford Audi 2015 2017 Nissan 1993 Razor 2008 Yamaha Moped 2013 Subaru 2003 Lincoln 2016 BMW 2024 Taizhou 2008 Smart A6 Gray Altima 210 Gray YZF R6 2014 Infiniti QX60 Black 2013 Ford Escape Blue Black Town Car X1 zhilong fortword VIN# 3SeriesBlack WBA3B3G59FNR85952 LUJTCLPR3PA011027 Sportage Silver KNDPMCAC0L7820328 Escort Red 3FAPP13J9PR164321 WAUHGAFC8FN021225 1N4AL3AP8HN330580 LUJTCLPRXPA012062 JYARJ16E08A001020 5N1AL0MM6EC508421 1FMCU9GX8DUB72053 LLPTGKDH5N1080019 4S3BMBG68D3042617 1LNHM82W73Y619381 Zhng Q MAX200 Blue HZ2TCDMN1S1001402 WBXHT3Z36G4A48166 HZ2TBCNG8S1051064 WMEEK31X98K153197 Signed, Alan G. Quealy, owner A.G. Quealy Towing, Inc. September 04, 11, 18, 2026
THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, SEpTEmbER 18, 2026 Page 19 REAL ESTATE TRANSAC TIONS Copyrighted material previously published in Banker & Tradesman/The Commercial Record, a weekly trade newspaper. It is reprinted with permission from the publisher, The Warren Group. For a searchable database of real estate transactions and property information visit: www.thewarrengroup.com. BUYER1 Cobbett, Anne P Demelo, Joacir Reis Reis, Zilma Soares, Petterson Inacio Wong, Susan M BEACON | FROM PAGE 18 House and make sure [the provision] is part of the final bill that goes to the governor this session.” “Massachusetts is among the weakest states in the country on this issue,” said Sen. Joan Lovely (D-Salem), who pointed out that 19 states, two territories and the federal government have already eliminated the civil statute of limitations for some or all childhood sexual abuse claims, and 31 states and three territories have enacted revival windows allowing survivors with expired claims to return to court. “Many abusers and the institutions that protect them have not had to answer for what they did. They’ve just had to wait out the clock and let the statute of limitations run out. That is exactly what this legislation is designed to stop. Survivors in Massachusetts deserve no less than what most states have already done.” THE $72.80 PROJECT – Northampton 20-year-old Vassar College student Noah Daube-Valois has launched the $72.80 Project, a podcast series spotlighting the financial realities faced by nursing home and rest home residents surviving on a $72.80 a month Soares, Kaitlyn Adele Wong, Peter N BUYER2 SELLER1 Fiorello, Joseph Hinds, Mackenzie Delarosa, Edison J Smith, Emily F Chekka, Praveen personal allowance. Currently, the Personal Needs Allowance (PNA), the monthly stipend Medicaid (MassHealth) recipients are permitted to retain from their income, is $72.80 to cover personal essentials not funded by facilities. Supporters note that In Massachusetts, one of the most expensive states in the country, the PNA has remained stagnant at $72.80 per month (roughly $2.40 per day) since fiscal year 2008. By contrast states such as Alaska allow up to $200 per month, Nevada provides $163 and Florida grants $160. Daube-Valois created the project after spending the summer coordinating activities for residents at Rockridge Retirement Community in Northampton. “Some of the activities I facilitate are trips to the Big Y and Walmart,” said Daube-Valois “Recently, an older resident broke down in tears explaining that on $72.80 a month, after meeting his personal care needs, he cannot even afford to take his grandson out for ice cream like his own grandfather did for him. When our elders are forced to ration basic dignity in one of the wealthiest states in the nation, policy has failed. I created this podcast to spark a multi-genSELLER2 Fiorello, Natalie ADDRESS 30 Chelsea St #501 39 Parlin St #404 18-20 Arlington St 59 Paris St Gorantla, Padmini erational fight for the right thing to do.” The group Dignity Alliance Massachusetts has designated raising the PNA as one of its primary legislative priorities. Several measures, pending before the Legislature, propose increasing the monthly allowance and indexing future adjustments to inflation. “For nearly two decades, nursing home residents on MassHealth have had their discretionary income frozen while the cost of everyday living skyrocketed,” said former Sen. Dick Moore, chair of the Legislative Workgroup for Dignity Alliance Massachusetts. “Noah’s podcast brings human faces and lived experiences to numbers on a budget sheet. It’s past time for the Legislature to restore basic financial dignity to our most vulnerable residents.” You can follow the podcast at https://tinyurl.com/ Project7280 and by streaming on Spotify and Apple Podcasts. 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 ANYONE CAN SAY THEY CAN FIX IT, ONLY WE GUARANTEE IT...FOR LIFE! • Basement Waterproofi ng • Foundation Repair • Crawl Space Repair 30 Chelsea St #814 Everett Everett Everett Everett Everett aspect of the Legislature’s job and that a lot of important work is done outside of the House and Senate chambers. They note that their jobs also involve committee work, research, constituent work and other matters that are important to their districts. Critics say that the Legislature does not meet regularly or long enough to debate and vote in public view on the thousands of pieces of legislation that have been filed. They note that the infrequency and brief length of sessions are misguided and lead to irresponsible late-night sessions and a mad rush to act on dozens of bills in the days immediately preceding the end of an annual session. During the week of Sept. 7-11, the House met for a total of 17 minutes and the Senate met for a total of 22 minutes CITY DATE 08.28.26 08.26.26 08.28.26 08.27.26 08.24.26 PRICE 512000 425000 41171 650000 470000 Mon. Sept. 7 No House session. No Senate session. Tues. Sept. 8 House 11:00 a.m. to 11:06 a.m. Senate 11:15 a.m. to 11:25 a.m. Wed. Sept. 9 No House session. No Senate session. Thurs. Sept. 10 House 11:00 a.m. to 11:11 a.m. Senate 11:11 a.m. to 11:23 a.m. Fri. Sept. 11 No House session. No Senate session. Bob Katzen welcomes feedback at bob@beaconhillrollcall.com Bob founded Beacon Hill Roll Call in 1975 and was inducted into the New England Newspaper and Press Association (NENPA) Hall of Fame in 2019. Copyright © 2026 Beacon Hill Roll Call. All Rights Reserved. SCHEDULE YOUR FREE INSPECTION: (866) 235-9404 * Certain terms and conditions apply. Ask your Foundation Specialist for details. LIC. NO. 202410
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What was the first baseball team to have monogrammed baseball caps: Boston Braves, Brooklyn Excelsiors or Detroit Tigers? 7. On Sept. 20, 1946, after being postponed for nine years, the International Film Festival took place in what city? 8. In Sept. 1955, Little Richard had a hit with the song “Tutti Frutti,” which means what? 9. How are Lamb Chop, Snuffleupagus and Topo Gigio similar? 10. What invention meant the end of the custom of using calling cards for visits? 11. On Sept. 21, 1957, what TV series debuted with “The Case of the Restless Redhead”? 12. What world-best-selling book has a part cautioning about desiring the good old days? 13. What electronic musical instrument has two antennas? 14. On Sept. 22, 1903, NYC’s Italo Machiony applied for a patent for an ice cream cup mold to use with what European-style batter? 15. What sport has the terms approach, Grand Slam and links? 16. Has “handsome” always been used to refer to a man? 17. On Sept. 23, 1848, a chewing gum with what was first sold: birch, pine or spruce? 18. What two island countries have the invasive deer species Muntjacs (or barking deer)? 19. What was Benjamin Franklin’s “Bucket Brigade”? 20. Sept. 24 is National Punctuation Day; did the ancient Greeks use punctuation? ANSWERS Steps Stoops Rebuilt or Repaired Chimney Rebuilt or Repaired House Foundation Leaks Repaired All Basement Repairs Walkways, Driveways & Patios Installed Chimney Inspection Roofing & Siding Installed Masonry Repairs Window Installation & Repairs Carpentry & Waterproofing 617-955-5164 toughbuildmasonryandconstuction.com toughbuildjohn@gmail.com 1. Masonic Lodges 2. Artificial General Intelligence 3. Dolly Parton (The mazes are in two Canadian provinces and 15 U.S. states.) 4. “Treasure Island” 5. Pickled herring rolled up, usually with a filling 6. Boston Braves (The Detroit Tigers were the first to also have a mascot on the cap.) 7. Cannes 8. An ice cream or other treat with chopped fruit (usually candied) 9. Puppets on TV 10. Telephone 11. “Perry Mason” 12. The Bible (Ecclesiastes 7:10) 13. Theremin 14. Waffle 15. Golf 16. No; in the 19th and early 20th centuries it was used pretty equally for both sexes. 17. Spruce (“The State of Maine Pure Spruce Gum”) 18. Japan and United Kingdom 19. The 13 Colonies’ first all-volunteer fire company that protected an entire community 20. No; the oldest Hebrew Old Testament and Greek New Testament do not have punctuation.
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