THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, DECEmbER 19, 2025 Page 7 Sen. DiDomenico tests bus simulator game with young Everett founder S State Senator Sal DiDomenico meeting in his State House offi ce with NETransit Founder and Everett native Ilias Benmokrane (middle), along with his Cofounder, Elwin Reyes (left). Remember When — Time Flys! tate Senator Sal DiDomenico recently met with two young students, one an Everett native, who created an impressive MBTA bus simulator game that has grown into a viral sensation and has been featured in The Boston Globe. “What an absolute pleasure meeting with NETransit Founder, Ilias Benmokrane, and Co-Founder, Elwin Reyes,” said DiDomenico. “We discussed their incredible game, how they got interested in transit, and their ideas for expanding free and reduced fare bus pilots across the city.” Senator DiDomenico is a longtime advocate for increasing funding for public transportation and providing reduced fares for individuals in need. If interested, you can learn more about their bus simulator and other transit advocacy at netransit.net. If We Happen To Meet By Accident ... You’ll Be Glad You Found Us! There is a difference between the rest and the BEST! Celebrating 46 Years In Business! TONY’S AUTO BODY Call or Visit 781-321-0032 34 Sharon Street Malden, MA 02148 TONYSAUTOBODYLLC.COM COME VISIT OUR STATE OF THE ART BODY SHOP A dedication to honor Robert “Bitzy” Gentile held in 1981 at the Corner of C helsea and Spring Streets; Staff Sgt. Gentile served with distinction and was awarded the Purple Heart and Bronze Star and saw action at Iwo Jima in World War II. Mr. Gentile also served on the Everett City Council, along with his brother Sammy Gentile. The dedication was attended by over 100 family and friends. Pictured from left to right: former Mayor Ed Connolly, brother Paul Gentile and nephew Councillor-at-Large-Elect Wayne Matewsky. (Photo by Karl King/courtesy of Wayne Matewsky) • Computerized Paint Matching (State of the Art Spray Booth) • Computerized Frame Machines • P.P.G. Refinishing System • R134 + 1234yf A/C Machines Fully Insured -RS2415 Insurance Company Approval ALL OUR WORK IS GUARANTEED! TONY BARTOLO Owner 46 Years Let Us Handle Your Next Insurance Claim. Go With the BEST It Doesn’t Get BETTER! RENTAL CARS Available
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