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THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, OCTObER 9, 2026 Page 25 BEACON | FROM PAGE 24 office’s investigation into child sexual abuse in the Catholic Dioceses of Fall River, Springfield and Worcester. The investigation found evidence that more than 270 Catholic clerics abused nearly 1,000 children at the three dioceses. The report documents decades of failures by diocesan leaders to adequately respond to allegations of child sexual abuse and protect children from further harm. The investigation found instances in which diocesan leaders failed to act on allegations and warning signs; transferred accused and offending priests to other parishes without disclosing the reasons for their transfers; returned priests to ministry following treatment without adequate supervision; failed to meaningfully enforce restrictions; concealed the reasons priests were removed from ministry; and failed to consistently report allegations to law enforcement. “For decades, survivors of clergy sexual abuse, including those who are no longer alive, have carried the devastating consequences of abuse, while the institutions entrusted with their care too often failed to protect them,” said Campbell. “This report provides for the first time a public accounting of the unimaginable harms afflicted on children in the Fall River, Springfield and Worcester dioceses. While important reforms have been made, the report documents decades of failures by diocesan leaders to adequately respond to allegations of child sexual abuse and protect children from further harm.” Campbell continued, “As a woman of deep faith, it is my prayer and profound hope that this report honors the courage and stories of survivors and serves as a renewed catalyst for Massachusetts to finally do all that is necessary to ensure the safety of our children. No institution should ever put its own reputation and interest above the safety and wellbeing of its constituents, especially children.” SUSPEND THE GAS TAX – House Speaker Ron Mariano (D-Quincy) was non-committal but pessimistic about whether the House will approve one of the pending proposals to suspend the state’s 24-cent-per-gallon gas tax. Mike Monogue, the Republican candidate for governor, proposed a suspension of the gas tax whenever prices climb above $4 per gallon. Gov. Maura Healey filed a supplemental budget that includes a two-month suspension of the gas tax. Mariano told the State House News Service, “I think we’ve taken votes on this conversation in the past ... going to work with -- to find where the membership is on it going forward. But you know, obviously those votes were pretty significantly against previously.” Supporters of the suspension say that gas tax relief would help individuals with the rising costs of gas, transportation, groceries, goods and services. Opponents say the state cannot afford the revenue loss and that the suspension would affect the state’s bond rating and possiBOARD OF ZONING APPEALS CITY OF EVERETT - LEGAL NOTICE - To Whom It May Concern: This notice is to inform you that a public hearing will be held on Monday October 19, 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. CITY OF EVERETT MASSACHUSETTS ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS Notice is hereby given that the Zoning Board of Appeals of the City of Everett will hold a Public Hearing in the Keverian Room, 3rd Floor, Everett City Hall, 484 Broadway, Everett, Massachusetts on October 19, 2026 at 6:00 P.M. on the following: Case #: 2678 Petitioner: 173 Alford Street, LLC Owner: 173 Alford Street, LLC Nature of Appeal: Application for Variance. Subject Matter: Pursuant to Section 11.A.3 of the Everett Zoning Ordinance (“EZO”), the Petitioner seeks a variance from Section 7.B.3 of the EZO, which allows a maximum building height of six (6) stories, not to exceed 100 feet, within the Industrial District. Location and Zoning District: 1 Dexter Street (Tax Parcel H0-08-00001A), Industrial District. Specific Relief Sought: The Petitioner seeks a variance from Section 7.B.3 of the EZO to increase the maximum building height permitted in the Industrial District in order to allow for the development of a proposed professional soccer stadium. Further information and plans concerning this case may be viewed at the Zoning Board of Appeals’ Office, 484 Broadway, Room 26, Everett, Massachusetts 02149; Hours: Monday & Thursday, 8am – 7:30pm; Tuesday – Wednesday, 8am – 5pm. Rebecca Edmondson Korom- Chairman Roberta Suppa- Clerk of Board of Appeals October 02, 09, 2026 bly also result in cuts in state spending for programs that help many people. The House has voted overwhelmingly several times in the past against similar proposals. DECEASED ANIMALS ON STATE HIGHWAYS (H 3678) – Legislation that would require any State Department of Transportation (DOT) highway employees who find deceased dogs or cats on roads with identification, to either attempt to directly contact the owner or to notify local animal control officers or the police department, was given initial approval by the House in February. The House has not taken any further action on the measure which has since been languishing in the Committee on Bills in Third Reading. “Losing a pet is hard enough,” said sponsor Rep. Richard Haggerty (D-Woburn) when the bill was approved in February. “Not knowing what happened to them makes it even harder. Right now, if a BEACON | SEE PAGE 26 - LEGAL NOTICE - COMMONWEALTH OF MASSACHUSETTS THE TRIAL COURT Middlesex Probate and Family Court (North) 370 Jackson St, 5th Floor Lowell, MA 01852 In the matter of: Isaac Beke of: Everett, MA RESPONDENT Alleged Incapacitated Person Docket No. MI26P4902GD CITATION GIVING NOTICE OF PETITION FOR APPOINTMENT OF GUARDIAN FOR INCAPACITATED PERSON PURSUANT TO G.L. c. 190B, Section 5-304 To the named Respondent and all other interested persons, a petition has been filed by Mass Dept of Mental Health of Westborough, MA in the above captioned matter alleging that Isaac Beke is in need of a Guardian and requesting that (or some other suitable person) be appointed as Guardian to serve Without Surety on the bond. The petition asks the court to determine that the Respondent is incapacitated, that the appointment of a Guardian is necessary, and that the proposed Guardian is appropriate. The petition is on file with this court and may contain a request for certain specific authority. You have the right to object to this proceeding. If you wish to do so, you or your attorney must file a written appearance at this court on or before 10:00 AM on the return date of 10/26/2026. This day is NOT a hearing date, but a deadline date by which you have to file the written appearance if you object to the petition. If you fail to file the written appearance by the return date, action may be taken in this matter without further notice to you. In addition to filing the written appearance, you or your attorney must file a written affidavit stating the specific facts and grounds of your objection within 30 days after the return date. IMPORTANT NOTICE The outcome of this proceeding may limit or completely take away the above-named person’s right to make decisions about personal affairs or financial affairs or both. The above-named person has the right to ask for a lawyer. Anyone may make this request on behalf of the above-named person. If the abovenamed person cannot afford a lawyer, one may be appointed at State expense. WITNESS, Hon. Terri L. Klug Cafazzo, First Justice of this Court. Date: September 28, 2026 TARA DECRISTOFARO REGISTER OF PROBATE October 09, 2026

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