Your Local News & Sports Online in 6 Languages! Scan & Subscribe Now! Vol. 34, No.5 -FREEwww.advocatenews.net Free Every Friday Proposed mixed-use, affordable building to replace dilapidated Lee’s Trailer Park on Revere Beach Pkwy Special to Th e Advocate A proposed redevelopment project at 418 Revere Beach Pkwy. will bring modern housing and transformative neighborhood improvements to an area long blighted by the dilapidated Lee’s Trailer Park. Local development fi rm HelgeGansett plans to create a mixed use, 250-unit residential building, provide the fi rst privately funded aff ordable housing opportunity ever in the history of Revere and contribute signifi - cant fi nancial support for the creation of a community arts center in Beachmont. The project, which was presented to the Revere City Council this past week, will create a beautiful seven-story mixeduse building with 250 residential units, featuring a mix of 38 studios, 106 one-bedrooms and 106 two-bedroom apartments. Of these living spaces, 25 units, or 10 percent, will be affordable housing. This is historic as it is Revere’s fi rst fully privately funded project ever to include an aff ordable housing compoPARKWAY | SEE Page 6 781-286-8500 Friday, February 2, 2024 School Committee votes to build new high school at Wonderland site Outcome of lawsuit could possibly raise price tag of construction By Barbara Taormina T he City Council voted 10-1 to build the new Revere Shown above is the artist’s rendering of the seven-story mixed-use building with 250 residential units — a mix of 38 studios, 106 one-bedroom and 106 two-bedroom apartments located at 418 Revere Beach Parkway. (Courtesy of Helge-Gansett/Pratt Renderings) High School at the former Wonderland Dog Track site, giving the plan the triple approval of the school building committee, the School Committee and the council — required by the Massachusetts School Building Authority (MSBA) — ending more than a year of contentious and emotional debate. Councillor-atLarge Anthony Zambuto was the lone vote against the plan to build at Wonderland. Zambuto stuck with his longheld opinion that building at Wonderland as supposed to the current site would be a critical fi scal mistake in taking the (Wonderland) parcel off of the city’s tax rolls. Zambuto waged an 11th hour information campaign outlining the loss of revenue Revere would suffer. “I was fighting for the taxpayer,” Zambuto told the crowd packed into the City Council Chambers. “I think my facts are correct but at this point, now that the school is going to Wonderland, I’ve got to hope that I’m wrong. I don’t want to have to tell you ‘I told you so’ because the consequences are dire. I still feel that way, but I respect my colleagues. I was always for a new high school — we just had a diff erence of opinion on taking the property off the tax rolls to build it. The bottom line is we move forward from here and we do what’s right.” Other councillors also took the opportunity to explain their votes to the community. “My main concern was to make sure taxpayers wouldn’t be consumed by this project,” said Ward 1 Councillor Joanne McKenna in explaining why she had previously voted against Wonderland. “I COMMITTEE | SEE Page 3 Revere High girls’ basketball team run winning streak to 11-5 record, secure spot in tournament By Dom Nicastro T he Revere High School girls’ basketball team keeps delivering good news. That’s what happens when you win a lot. The Patriots qualifi ed for the tournament over the past week and stand at 11-5 overall. The team has won four straight games. And some more good news. Revere’s five seniors — Bella Stamatopolous, Haley Belloise, Rocio Gonzalez, Julianna Bolton and Alisha Jean — will be honored Thursday, Feb. 1 against Everett on Senior Night. That victory came in the form of a 50-30 decision over Greater Lowell Tech, a non-conference tilt. On the strength of fi ve steals apiece from Shayna Smith and Belloise, Revere got its 11th win of the season. Belma Velic led the way with 15 points and eight rebounds. Smith added 10 points and 9 rebounds. “We’ve had a solid eff ort from our starters the last couple of games,” Revere fi rst-year coach Ariana Rivera said. “Belma Velic stepping up more on the boards and her outside game. Rocio Gonzalez coming off the bench with some great minutes and being an asset on the off ensive end for us. Collectively, we’ve found our rhythm on off ense the past few games. Defensively, we’ve upped our tempo and have been able to fi nd success in our length and urgency for the basketball.” Earlier, on the strength of 17 steals and 16 assists as a team, Revere moved within one game of being tournament-eligible when they beat Chelsea, 61-23, SPORTS | SEE Page 12 TOURNEY-BOUND: Lady Patriot Belma Velic is shown battling a Chelsea defender during a recent GBL matchup. (Advocate photo by Emily Harney)
Page 2 THE REVERE ADVOCATE – FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 2, 2024 Retired Everett Fire Capt. designs device to battle EV fires By Tara Vocino L ike many fi refi ghters, a fi refi ghting passion runs in Gerry O’Hearn’s family. The retired Everett Fire Captain may not work in Everett anymore, but he hasn’t stopped thinking of the industry. The Peabody resident has invented what he calls a “Gerry Pipe” to safely neutralize electric vehicle fi res by cooling the battery down to 140 degrees Fahrenheit. O’Hearn’s neighbor, Jamie Jalbert, made a pipe designed to be placed underneath the engine from a safe distance to apply 300 gallons of water per minute, once connected to a fi re hydrant. O’Hearn displayed that outside of his home last Friday afternoon. While Jalbert made the device, O’Hearn designed it. “It took me about a month to design it,” O’Hearn said. “I’m working on a patent, which would initially cost about $30,000.” In addition to the pipe, O’Hearn teaches a safety course to protect fi refi ghters. “The old can help the young,” O’Hearn said. “You have to be a team player.” According to O’Hearn, the mechanism can be assembled in three minutes due to the long distance of the pipe. He garnered the items from antique stores. RON’S OIL Call For PRICE MELROSE, MA 02176 NEW CUSTOMER’S WELCOME ACCEPTING VISA, MASTERCARD & DISCOVER (781) 397-1930 OR (781) 662-8884 100 GALLON MINIMUM GERRY’S PIPE DREAM: Retired Everett Fire Capt. Gerry O’Hearn displays photos of the water fl ow that goes under the electric car and fi refi ghters cooling the battery down. O’Hearn is working on a patent so fi refi ghters can battle electric vehicle fi res which can burn for hours. (Advocate photo by Tara Vocino) Celebrating Our 52ndCelebrating Our 52nd Yearear Dan - 1972 We Sell Cigars & Accessories! Sell Cigars & Accessories! ALL MAJOR BRANDS Singles * Tins * Bundles * Boxes * Travel Humidors * Desk Top Humidors * Many Types of Lighters * Ash Trays * Juuls * Vapes * Glass Pipes * Rewards Program * CBD Infused Products * GIFTS UNDER $30 - GIFT CERTIFICATES STOCK-UP EARLY FOR CIGARS & ACCESSORIES! SUPER BOWL SUNDAY IS FEBRUARY 11th WINTER STORE HOURS: OPEN DAIL 7 DAYS WINTER STORE HOURS: OPEN DAILY 7 DAYS A WEEK, 9AM - 6PM WEEK, 9AM - 6PM R.Y.O. TOBACCO & TUBES ON SALE! WE MAKE HOUSE KEYS! Green LabelGreen Label Cigar Sale! Cigar Sale! Buy 2 Cigars,Buy 2 Cigars, Get One Get One FREE! FREE! A.B.C. CIGAR 170 REVERE ST., REVERE (781) 289-4959 Gerry O’Hearn demonstrated the water that will extinguish an electric car fi re. Chris 2024 His father, Joseph, worked for the department for 35 years. Gerry was the Captain of Engine 2 Hancock Street Station for 20 years. He came up with the idea after reading a newspaper article where fi refi ghters weren’t well informed on how to extinguish electric vehicle fi res. For information, call 617-7710632. Retired Everett Fire Captain Gerry O’Hearn held a photo of what an electric car battery looks like last Friday afternoon in front of his Peabody home.
THE REVERE ADVOCATE – FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 2, 2024 Page 3 COMMITTEE | FROM Page 1 felt it would lead to hardship for Revere.” But McKenna said new information, such as the lack of parking for teachers and students during construction at the existing site, the $40 million culvert repair and the plan to pave over Ambrose Park for parking for construction vehicles — added to the fact that estimates for building at both sites were similar — led her to change her vote. Councillor-At-Large Michelle Kelley said she voted in favor of Wonderland but it wasn’t sitting well with her. “I really do feel both of these sites are extremely fl awed and I wish we had done better with another option,” said Kelley. “I’m concerned about safety at both sites,” she said, adding that disrupting of the neighborhood at the existing site was a key issue as well as the pending $100 million eminent domain lawsuit from Wonderland’s former owners and the possible fi nancial hardship the city might face. City Council President Anthony Cogliandro said the council’s vote was only for the site. The vote on funding the project will come later, during the spring. “I have faith the administration is going to do a good job of proving to the council that we can afford this school,” said Cogliandro, who acknowledged that many Revere residents are already struggling and can’t afford a major tax hike to pay for the project. Mayor Patrick Keefe responded to those concerns, acknowledging that the school will be expensive. “A lot of this is on myself and our administration and it will be on the backs of everyone in the city,” said Keefe. However, Keefe added that his fi nancial team will be able to explain how Revere will pay for the school. “We’re feeling very confident,” he said, although he conceded it’s going to be expensive. “I applaud you all for your decision,” Keefe told councillors, adding, “You’ll refl ect on your choice 10 years from now as one of the greatest decisions you made for the city of Revere.” Several members of the community also weighed in on the decision to build at Wonderland. Several residents who are career construction professionals and labor union leaders told councillors they were making the right choice in part because how construction would affect the surrounding neighborhood. They also assured the council that they had the best available contractors lined up for the job. Other residents who spoke took the opportunity to thank the council for reconsidering the original plan to build at Wonderland. Mathew Terrell, acting chair of the Revere High Student Senate, gave the council and the audience one of the most convincing statements about For Advertising with Results, call he A call The Advocate Newspapers cate Ne spapers at 781-286-8500 or Info@advocatenews.net the Wonderland school project. “Not often does a community have the chance to dramatically alter the course of its children’s success,” said Terrell. “Even less often in a community where the majority of students belong to historically oppressed and marginalized groups.” Terrell listed some of the advantages of Wonderland and said a new school at that site would give all students, past, present and future, a sense of hope and pride. He also presented a petition with more than 900 signatures of residents who supported building the new school at Wonderland. Now that the Council has settled the voting, the city, especially the mayor, will now face the task of fi guring out how to pay for it. Much of that decision may come down to the outcome of an ongoing lawsuit fi led in Feb. 2023 by the former property owners, which was taken by the city through eminent domain as the site for the new high school. The former owners, CBW Lending, are not happy with the $29.5 million the city will pay for the property, according to Attorney Peter Flynn, who along with Attorney Jason Scopa, claim the money the city off ered for the property is inadequate and does not refl ect the fair market value of the site. The case is currently pending in Suff olk Superior Court. Lawrence A. Simeone Jr. Attorney-at-Law ~ Since 1989 ~ * Corporate Litigation * Criminal/Civil * MCAD * Zoning/Land Court * Wetlands Litigation * Workmen’s Compensation * Landlord/Tenant Litigation * Real Estate Law * Construction Litigation * Tax Lein * Personal Injury * Bankruptcy * Wrongful Death * Zoning/Permitting Litigation 300 Broadway, Suite 1, Revere * 781-286-1560 lsimeonejr@simeonelaw.net SABATINO INSURANCE AGENCY 519 BROADWAY EVERETT, MA 02149 Auto * Home * Boat * Renter * Condo * Life * Multi-Policy Discounts * Commercial 10% Discounts * Registry Service Also Available Sabatino Insurance is proud to welcome the loyal customers of tino I sur nce is p the l yal c st ers o d t welcome PHONE: (617) 387-7466 FAX: (617) 381-9186 Visit us online at: WWW.SABATINO-INS.COM
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Novoselsky proposed sending out notices about the snow removal ordinance with fall tax bills to remind residents of the rules. Ward 5 Councillor Angela Guarino-Sawaya proposed changing the Snow Angels program, which was started 11 years ago by former Mayor Dan Rizzo to shovel out the homes of elderly and disabled residents with the volunteer help of RHS ROTC members. Guarino-Sawaya proposed creating an annual application and lottery process to determine which households will receive help from the Snow Angels. She said there is a long waiting list to receive the help, and an annual application and lottery will make the program more equitable. Street paving Ward 4 Councillor Paul Argenzio proposed funding be earmarked to repave Oxford, Howard, McCleary and Rand Streets, which are in rough shape due to recent water and gas main replacements. Scooter Rules & Regs Ward 4 Councillor Paul Argenzio proposed that a member of the Revere Police Traffi c Division meet with the council to discuss regulations for scooters and motorized bikes. Councillors agreed that regulations involving scooters and bikes need to be clearer, and several councillors said they heard complaints about the bikes from residents while they were campaigning. Slowing down Crescent Street Ward 1 Councillor Joanne McKenna requested that a “stop sign ahead” sign be painted in the street before the stop sign on Crescent Street. “We’re trying to get speed tables but why not add to that,” said McKenna, who added that cars are not slowing down or stopping at the corner where kids wait for a school bus. “It’s a public safety hazard,” said McKenna. Ward 4 Councillor Paul Argenzio — former Superintendent of the Public Works Department — said the city’s crosswalk painting crew could easily paint the street sign and the cost would be insignifi cant. Where’s the dispensary? Back in 2015, the city granted a license to Matt Philbin to open and operate a cannabis dispensary in Revere, but so far there’s been no sign or word about any progress with the business. Councillor-AtLarge Marc Silvestri would like Philbin to appear before the council and explain the overdue opening. “If done right cannabis can be a very profitable business,” said Silvestri, adding that it’s not reasonable for Philbin to hold and lock up Revere’s only cannabis license. As for those who object to the idea of a local dispensary, Silvestri had a question. “Who are we to turn down $1 million in revenue, when we’re building a school for $500,000 million?” Appointments Mayor Patrick Keefe sent the following appointments to the City Council, which referred them to the Appointments & Personnel Administration Subcommittee for review: Derek Martinez to the Public Art Commission Kathryn Schulte-Grahame to the Library Board of Trustees Lori Manzo to the Aff ordable Housing Trust Fund Board of Trustees Lilian Monroy to the License Commission Kathy Savage to the Board of Health Fr. Wellington to the Human Rights Commission Annemarie Fiore to the Commission on Disabilities Richard Viscay, City Auditor/ budget director Interpretation Services Councillor-At-Large Juan Pablo Jaramillo requested that the council hold a public hearing on providing interpretation services for public meetings and public documents. Councillors were quick to support Jaramillo’s proposal and suggested that sign language interpreters be included. Wonderland Parking The council voted to request Mayor Patrick Keefe meet with them to discuss the parking leases at Wonderland, the revenue the city is earning and how the money is being spent. For Advertising with Results, Like us on Facebook advocate newspaper Facebook.com/Advocate.news.ma call The Advocate Newspapers at 781-286-8500 or Info@advocatenews.net
THE REVERE ADVOCATE – FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 2, 2024 Page 5 BBB Scam Alert: Think twice before taking that Facebook quiz S ocial media is used as a fun distraction for some people, and taking a Facebook quiz might seem like a harmless way to pass the time. But are you giving away more information than you think? How this scam works: A fun quiz pops up on your Facebook feed or another social media platform. A few questions are answered to prove how well you know a friend. Or a short personality test is off ered — to match with a character from a favorite TV show. These quizzes appear to be meaningless, but the intent behind them is to collect information. Some examples are questions like “What was the fi rst car you owned?” “What is your mother’s maiden name?” and “What is the name of the street you grew up on?” These are common security questions for insurance, banking and credit card accounts. Sharing this information can lead to accounts being hacked and personal and fi nancial information being stolen. Not all social media quizzes are data collection scams; however, the Better Business Bureau (BBB) cautions users to be careful about what they share online and to check the privacy settings on the account. Social media data and quiz answers can be used to steal identity or enable a scammer to impersonate you to your friends and family. How to avoid similar scams: • Be skeptical: Before answering a quiz, fi gure out who created it. Is it a brand you trust? Just because something appears to be fun and innocent doesn’t mean there isn’t an inherent risk. • Adjust privacy settings: Review the social media account’s privacy settings and be strict about any information that is shared — and be mindful of whom you are sharing it with. • Remove personal details from your profile: Don’t share information like a phone number or home address on social media accounts. • Don’t give answers to common security questions: Be cautious if the questions in a quiz ask for things like your mother’s maiden name, the street you grew up on, previously owned vehicles, favorite foods or the name of your high school. • Monitor friend requests. Don’t accept friend requests from people you don’t know. Also be wary of a second friend request from someone you are already connected with; the second profile might be an impostor trying to access your data and your Friends list. For more info about social media scams, read https://www. bbb.org/article/scams/2012bbb-scam-alert-imposters-using-facebook-for-covid-grantscams. Learn more at https:// www.bbb.org/article/newsreleases/20678-scam-alertthink-twice-before-buyingfrom-these-social-media-ads. RevereTV Spotlight n the newest episode of “The Wave,” watch hosts Erica Porzio and Anasha Girma as they dive into captivating conversations, fi rst with Peggy Pratt, a Real Estate Broker and Team Lead of Pratt Properties at Century 21 NorthEast. Their second guest is Walkiria Delacruz, a Tax Professional and owner of WEA Tax Services. “The Wave” is a show produced by the Revere Chamber of Commerce that highlights members of the Chamber who are local business owners or employees in Revere. Pratt starts the episode by sharing insights into her individual business practices, the values that drive her as a business owner and the pivotal experiences that have shaped her journey. The compelling interview with Delacruz is about her perspective on business and the impactful experiences that have molded her into who she is today. Tune in for a double dose of inspiration! “The Wave” is scheduled almost daily over the next month on the Community Channel. In case you missed them, catch replays of last week’s two “Games of the Week” for Revere High School basketball. The girls’ team continued to dominate in their win over Chelsea. Tune in to the Community Channel to get the results of the boys’ game versus Malden last Thursday. This week’s “Game of the Week” includes the girls’ special Senior Night this week; I the senior ceremony was followed by a game against Everett. This will air live on RTV’s YouTube page and on the Community Channel. Watch the Community Channel for replays over the next few weeks. Revere Beach Winter Wonderland is scheduled for this Saturday from 11 a.m. through 8 p.m. RevereTV is sending a crew to get the sights and sounds of the event, which are said to include ice sculptures, hot chocolate, a local winter market, fi re pits and entertainment. RTV’s youth correspondent Manique Khessouane will be leading with the microphone so fi nd her to say a few words on camera. This short video package will be posted to social media and the Community Channel by next week. REVERETV | SEE Page 7 Join Polymnia for their Annual Fundraising Cabaret! F or over 70 years, Polymnia Choral Society has been delivering great performances to acknowledge and honor the important times in our lives. On Saturday, January 27, 2024, Polymnia will hold its annual Cabaret at Temple Beth Shalom (21 E. Foster St. in Melrose). This evening will feature Polymnia members and friends with musical selections chosen by the performers. Previous Cabaret shows have included songs from Broadway musicals, pop ballads, jazz standards, and more. Audiences will have two opportunities to enjoy Cabaret: the first performance at 5 p.m. (doors open at 4:30 p.m.) or the second performance at 8 p.m. (doors open at 7:30). The Cabaret is suitGerry 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 able for all ages. Tickets are $25 for adults, $20 for seniors, $15 for students and $5 for children under 12. We look forward to seeing you there! To purchase tickets for this concert, visit https://polymnia.org/about-our-upcomingseason/ or Miter Biter (479 Main St., Melrose) or call 617633-5006. For more information about Polymnia: www. polymnia.org/about.
Page 6 THE REVERE ADVOCATE – FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 2, 2024 New England Donor Services Announces Record Number of Life-Saving Organ Donors in 2023 549 organ donors in the region resulted in 1,401 life-saving organ transplants W ALTHAM, MA. — New England Donor Services (NEDS) today announced record numbers of life-saving deceased donor organ donations and transplants in its New England service area, which represented signifi cant growth for a third consecutive year. In 2023, 549 deceased donors donated organs resulting in 1,401 life-saving transplants. This record level of clinical activity places NEDS among the nation’s top 4 organ procurement organizations by donor volume. Since 2020, NEDS has increased the annual number of organ donors by 52 percent. NEDS also coordinated the recovery of donated tissue from 1,733 donors, including donated cornea, bone, skin, heart valves and other tissues used in necessary medical procedures to heal and transform lives. Tissue donated through NEDS is used in upwards of 60,000 tissue transplants each year. “It is the thoughtfulness and generosity of our organ and tissue donors and their families who said, ‘yes’ to the delies, NEDS staff of over 300 employees screen for potential donation opportunities, lead donation authorization discussions, maintain medical support of potential donors, coordinate surgical recovery of donated organs and tissues, allocate organs according to the national transplant waiting list and direct transport of organs to transplant centers and tissues to processors. Phyllis Wilkerson of Stamford, CT, received a kidney transplant and heart transplant on the same day in 2023. Ms. Wilkerson said, “The organ donations I received saved my life. I am beyond grateful to the donor and their family for thinking of others even as they grieved the loss of a loved one.” cision to donate, that makes these life-saving transplants a reality,” said Alexandra K. Glazier, President and CEO of New England Donor Services. “The consecutive years of high performance demonstrate why our nation’s system of donation and transplantation is considered the best in the world. We are committed to continue working with clinical partners, donor families, and across all the communities that we serve to ensure that life-saving organ donations are handled with care and equity to honor the lives of the donors and to meet the need of patients awaiting transplant.” NEDS is the federally desigMid-grade Regular $3.98 95 73 87 Over 45 Years of Excellence! Full Service $3.65 Order online at angelosoil.com PARKWAY | FROM Page 1 nent. The project is transit oriented as it is within walking distance of the Beachmont MBTA Station and MBTA Bus Lines 119 and 450 and will also include AN IDEAL OPPORTUNITY FOR SAVVY BUYERS! Charming and well-maintained two-family home on a corner lot with 5 bedrooms, 2 full baths. Modern amenities include a 2015 roof and new heating system. 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The new project will triple the annual property tax for the site and allow for an additional $500,000.00 contribution to a new community arts center in Beachmont. “A clean and aff ordable neighborhood that creates needed transit-oriented housing is our vision, and we are excited to see it come to fruition for the people of Revere,” said Manchester. nated non-profi t organization responsible for the recovery of organs and tissues for transplant in the region. Working sensitively with donor famiIn addition to representing a record year for organ and tissue donation for New England, 2023 included several other milestones. In May 2023, NEDS coordinated 61 organ donors that resulted in 160 life-saving transplants; the most ever recovered and transplanted in a single month in New England. In November 2023, NEDS reached 500 donors for the calendar year, the first time that milestone was achieved in the region. One person can save up to eight lives as an organ donor and heal 75 people as a tissue donor. Residents of New England can register as donors on their driver’s license, through the Apple iPhone health app or on the national Donate Life Donor Registry at www.RegisterMe.org. About New England Donor Services (NEDS) New England Donor Services is a leading nonprofit organization that coordinates organ and tissue donation in Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, Rhode Island, the eastern counties of Vermont and Bermuda. Co-founded in 1968 by Nobel Laureat Dr. Joseph Murray, who performed the world’s fi rst successful organ transplant, today NEDS works with thousands of donors and donor families who have generously made the decision to give the gift of life. The organization’s highly skilled staff medically screen referrals for potential donations from more than 200 hospitals across the region and lead all donor authorization discussions with families. 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THE REVERE ADVOCATE – FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 2, 2024 Page 7 Wreaths Across America Expands FREE TEACH Program to Include Black History Month Curriculum for Educators FREE Access to an expanded patriotic, educational curriculum and resources for service-based learning C OLUMBIA FALLS, ME — National nonprofit Wreaths Across America (WAA) announces free access for educators with lesson plans highlighting Black History Month (February) curriculum. The WAA TEACH program, spearheaded by retired educator and Gold Star Mother Cindy Tatum, aims to equip educators with a service-based curriculum to instill the values of freedom and honor in students nationwide. In 1976, President Gerald Ford officially recognized Black History Month, calling upon the public to “seize the opportunity to honor the too-often neglected accomplishments of Black Americans in every area of endeavor throughout our history.” In REVERETV | FROM Page 6 RTV GOV is replaying a few popular meetings from this week. Tune in to watch reruns of this week’s Committee of the Whole and Revere City Council Meetings from Monhonor of Black History Month, the Wreaths Across America TEACH Program has developed lesson plans that honor the contributions and lasting legacies of Rosa Parks, Martin Luther King, Jr., Sojourner Truth, Ruby Bridges, the Buff alo Soldiers, and many others. “Our lesson plans offer a comprehensive curriculum designed to engage students of all ages in stories of courage and character,” said Cindy Tatum, WAA Curriculum Developer. “As with all of our free lesson plans, we focus on character development and service projects, and the curriculum is tailored for kindergarten through high school, catering to diverse learning abilities.” Lesson plans are available day night. Keep in mind that meetings get scheduled to the channel in a rotation and replay at various times throughout the day. The replaying meetings are from within the past few weeks. Some other meetings now scheduled are for free download at www. wreathsacrossamerica.org/ teach and accessible on Teachers Pay Teachers. Educators and homeschoolers are encouraged to explore and incorporate the materials into their lesson plans for Black History Month and beyond. The TEACH program encompasses materials from philanthropic and patriotic organizations, including the United States of America Vietnam War Commemoration, the Random Acts of Kindness Foundation, The Congressional Medal of Honor Society, and The Library of Congress Veterans History Project. For more information about Wreaths Across America and how to participate in National Wreaths Across America Day the Zoning Board of Appeals, Revere Board of Health, Traffic Commission and License Commission. Meetings air live on RTV GOV and RevereTV’s YouTube page. RTV GOV is channel 9 for Comcast subscribers and 13/613 on RCN. on Saturday, December 14, 2024, visit www.wreathsacrossamerica.org. To learn more about The “TEACH” program, please read the blog post: https://www. wreathsacrossamerica.org/ Home/News/1085 Other Wreaths Across America Black History Month stories to read: T he 6888 https://www.wreathsacrossamerica.org/pages/16696/ News/733/?relatedId=0 Harry Bellefonte and the Black Quartermasters https://www.wreathsacrossamerica.org/pages/19520/ News/912/?relatedId=0 Charles David and the Four Chaplains https://www.wreathsacrossamerica.org/Home/News/1082 C elebrating Ro - ber to Clemete ’s 50th https://www.mlb.com/news/ roberto-clemente-wreathlaying-ceremony-50-years-after-death Need a hall for your special event? The Schiavo Club, located at 71 Tileston Street, Everett is available for your Birthdays, Anniversaries, Sweet 16 parties and more? For more info, call (857) 249-7882
Page 8 THE REVERE ADVOCATE – FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 2, 2024 ‘The Young Company Winter Festival 2024’ unveils a spectacular lineup of family-friendly productions at Greater Boston Stage Company P repare to be enthralled as Greater Boston Stage Company proudly presents The Young Company Winter Festival 2024, an extraordinary event that seamlessly blends the boundless creativity of budding young artists in grades 4-12 with the expertise of their professional teams. This season’s festival promises to deliver jaw-dropping storytelling at its absolute fi nest, featuring three captivating productions that will transport audiences into worlds of magic, whimsy and heart. Join us in February for “Honk! JR.,” “James and the Giant Peach” and “The Prom: School Edition.” “Honk! JR.” is a heartwarming celebration of being diff erent that is sure to delight audiences of all ages with its sparkling wit, unique charm and memorable score. Witty and hilarious, but also deeply moving, “Honk! JR.” will treat your audiences to equal amounts of laughter and tears. Ugly looks quite a bit different from his darling duckling brothers and sisters. The other animals on the farm are quick to notice and point this out, despite his mother’s protective fl apping. Feeling rather foul about himself, the little fowl fi nds himself on an adventure of self-discovery, all the while unknowingly outwitting a very hungry Cat. Along the way, Ugly meets a whole fl ock of unique characters and fi nds out that being diff erent is not a bad thing to be. Performed by Young Company student actors in grades 4-6; music by George Stiles; book and Lyrics by Anthony Dewey; based on Hans Christian Andersen’s “The Ugly Duckling;” directed/ choreographed by Sara Coombs; assistant directed by Devon Whitney; stage managed by Anna Fialho; music directed by Carrie Tully; costume design by E. Rosser. • Feb. 9 at 5:30 p.m. • Feb. 10 at 12:00 p.m. • Feb. 11 at 12:00 p.m. Roald Dahl’s “James and the Giant Peach” is now a musical for the whole family to enjoy! Featuring a wickedly tuneful score by the Tony Award-nominated team of Pasek and Paul (“Dogfi ght” and “A Christmas Story: The Musical”) and a curiously quirky book by Timothy Allen McDonald (“Roald Dahl’s Willy Wonka,” “The Musical Adventures of Flat Stanley”), critics rave: James and the Giant Peach is a “masterpeach!” When James is sent by his conniving aunts to chop down their old fruit tree, he discovers a magic potion that results in a tremendous peach… and launches a “HONK! JR.” “JAMES AND THE GIANT PEACH” “THE PROM” journey of enormous proportions. Suddenly, James fi nds himself in the center of the gigantic peach, among human-sized insects with equally oversized personalities, but after it falls from the tree and rolls into the ocean, the group faces hunger, sharks and plenty of disagreements. Thanks to James’ quick wit and creative thinking, the residents learn to live and work together as a family. The dangerous voyage is a success, but the adventure takes a whole new twist once they land on the Empire State Building. Performed by Young Company student actors in grades 7-9; book by Timothy Allen McDonald; music and Lyrics by Benj Pasek and Justin Paul; directed by Daniel Begin; choreographed by Autumn Blazon-Brown; stage managed by Demi DiCarlo; music directed by Jordan Oczkowski; costume design by E. Rosser. • Feb. 9 at 8:00 p.m. • Feb. 10 at 4:30 p.m. • Feb. 11 at 4:30 p.m. “The Prom”: Four eccentric Broadway stars are in desperate need of a new stage. So, when they hear that trouble is brewing around a small-town prom, they know that it’s time to put a spotlight on the issue…and themselves. The town’s parents want to keep the high school dance on the straight and narrow — but when one student just wants to bring her girlfriend to prom, the entire town has a date with destiny. On a mission to transform lives, Broadway’s brassiest join forces with a courageous girl and the town’s citizens, and the result is love that brings them all together. Winner of the Drama Desk Award for Best Musical, “The Prom: School Edition” expertly captures all the humor and heart of a classic musical comedy with a message that resonates with audiences now more than ever. Performed by Young Company student actors in grades 1012; book and Lyrics by Chad Beguelin; book by Bob Martin; music by Matthew Sklar; directed by Alyssa Burke; choreographed by Sydney Grant; stage managed by Sarah Simon; music directed by Bethany Aiken; costume design by Rebecca Glick. • Feb. 8 at 7:30 p.m. • Feb. 10 at 7:30 p.m. • Feb. 11 at 7:30 p.m. All tickets are $25. For more information or to purchase tickets, call the Box Offi ce at 781-2792200 or visit www.greaterbostonstage.org. Group sales are also available. Please contact Director of Marketing and Public Relations Bryan Miner at bryan@greaterbostonstage.org or 781-279-7885 x107 for more information. About the Young Company: This program helps the next generation become better artists, better audience members and better people through dramatic education. Through artistic training and performance opportunities, the Young Company at Greater Boston Stage Company develops life skills, such as confi dence, self-discipline and collaboration, to inspire and prepare young actors for future creative engagement and success. Process-oriented programming pushes students to the next level by working with exceptional Boston teaching artists and theatre professionals. Students are also provided with opportunities to work on Mainstage productions side-by-side with professionals. The Young Company lives by the idea that good theatre makes good people. About Greater Boston Stage Company: The Company brings vibrant professional theatre and dramatic education beyond the boundaries of Boston, featuring world and regional premieres alongside fresh interpretations of familiar work. Within this setting, the Company uniquely fosters the artists of tomorrow by providing ongoing performance and employment opportunities to current and former students. Now in its 24th season of live theatre in Stoneham, Mass., Greater Boston Stage Company produces fi ve Mainstage shows, presents a series of Special Events and runs year-round classes, lessons and fully staged productions through the Young Company for students in grades 1-12. Box Offi ce: 781-279-2200 Box Office hours: Tuesdays through Fridays, noon to 4 p.m. Location: 395 Main St., Stoneham, Mass. Website: www.greaterbostonstage.org
THE REVERE ADVOCATE – FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 2, 2024 Page 9 ~ MYSTIC VALLEY REGIONAL CHARTER SCHOOL SPORTS ~ Eagles Swim Team Earns 17th T he Mystic Valley Varsity Girls Swim team competed in the Commonwealth Athletic Conference League Championship Meet at Lynn Technical High School on the afternoon of Thursday, January 25. In the meet, the Eagles dominated the other eight teams, winning Gold in every event and scoring 638 points — outdistancing the Coop team of Lowell/Innovation/ Nashoba by over 300 points. In a dominant display of speed and endurance that set the tone for the day in the fi rst event, the girls relay team of Sydney Cao, Isabella Cirame, Lucia Antonucci and Britney Nayiga took fi rst in the 200 Yard Medley relay with a seed time of 2:00.81. In the nine individual events, Mystic Valley swimmers placed fi rst, second and third in every event. Winning both their individual events were Isabella Cirame, 200 Free and 200 Individual Medley; Britney Nayiga, 50 Free and 100 Breaststroke; and Sydney Cao, 100 Free and 100 Back. Isabelle Pennachio and Lana Santos-AlConsecutive CAC Title The Eagles Swim Team Champs, from left to right: Back row: Belinda Mwebaza, Britney Nayiga, Noely Mendez, Nicole Kelso, Isabelle Pennachio, Makda Johannes, Gracy Thapa, Miriam Johannes and Crystal Tang; front row: Melina Catic, Isabella Cirame, Lana SantosAlbuquerque, Khloe Co, Brook Burke and Sydney Cao. buquerque won gold in the 100 yard butterfl y and 500 yard freestyle, respectively. In the two other relays, Mystic Valley also swam to victory. In the 200-yard freestyle relay, the team of Antonucci, Crystal Tang, Santos-Albuquerque and Kelso placed fi rst with a time of 1:52.11, and in the fi nal event of Commonwealth Athletic Conference Girls Swim Championship Top Three 2023 1st Place 2nd Place 200 Medley Relay 200 Yard Freestyle 200 Individual Medley 50 Yard Freestyle 100 Yard Butterfly 100 YardFreestyle 500 Yard Freestyle 200 Yard Free Relay 100 Yard Backstroke 100 Yard Breaststroke Top Four Teams Team Score Mystic Valley (MV) Lowell/Innovation/Nshba the day, the 400 yard freestyle relay, Mystic Valley’s team of Cao, Nayiga, Cirame and SantosAlbuquerque placed fi rst with a time of 3:50.91. The Eagles will be back in the water on Saturday, February 3, at home for a last chance meet and again on Saturday, February 10, at the MIAA Sectional Tour3rd Place Blue Hills Isabella Cirame MV Crystal Tang MV M. Johannes MV Winning Time 2:00.81 2:09.46 Isabella Cirame MV Lucia Antonucci MV Isabelle Pennachio MV 2:23.58 Britney Nayiga MV Belinda Mwebaza MV Nicole Kelso MV 28.81 Isabelle Pennachio MV Khloe Co MV Lana Albuquerque MV 1:04.84 Sydney Cao MV Miram Johannes MV Makda Johannes MV Lana Albuquerque MV Lowell/Innovation/Nashoba Makda Johannes MV Lowell/Innovation Brooke Burke MV 57.46 Mystic Valley Sydney Cao MV 400 Yard Freestyle Relay Mystic Valley Blue Hills Khloe Co MV Britney Nayiga MV Lucia Antonucci MV Crystal Tang MV Blue Hills Lowell/Innovation/Nshba Mystic Valley (MV) 638 Lowell/Innovation/Nshba 296.5 Greater Lowell 239 5:59.31 1:52.11 1:04.98 1:12.30 3:50.91 Blue Hills 223 Eagles Earn Senior Day Win t was Senior Day on Friday for the Mystic Valley Eagles. Four seniors were honored prior to the Eagles’ meet against Greater Lowell. The Eagles were victorious with an 89-71 win. A few highlights of the meet: I • In the 200-yard IM, Jaden Anthony took fi rst with a lifetime best time of 2:10.21. 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Page 10 THE REVERE ADVOCATE – FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 2, 2024 Seniors and coaches at Revere High School on Monday, shown from left to right: Assistant Coach William Johnson, Ahmed Bellemsieh, Allen Hou, Glenn Kule, Marwan Meddahr and Head Coach David Fleming. Meet the 2024 Revere High School Patriots Varsity Track Team By Tara Vocino T he Revere High School Patriots Varsity Track Team introduced themselves at the high school on Monday. Their Senior Night was recently held at the Reggie Lewis Center in Boston. Shown from left to right: Top row: Assistant Coach William Johnson, Youness Chalid, Adam Ourazzouk, Allen Hou, Isaiah Decrosta, Kenan Batic, Glenn Kule, Ahmed Bellemsieh, Marwan Meddahr, Mohammed Fares, Head Coach David Fleming and Team Manager Raina Abdelhannane; front row: Marcos Carneiro, Jonathan Gonzalez, Fajr Riazi, Edwin Alarcon, Brandon Carvajal, Gabriel Arias, Aidan Lopez Lanzas, Kepler Celamy and Audii Kuy. Meet the 2024 Revere High School Lady Patriots Varsity Track Team By Tara Vocino T he Revere High School Lady Patriots Varsity Track Team introduced themselves at the high school on Monday. Their Senior Night was recently held at the Reggie Lewis Center in Boston. Assistant Coach William Johnson, Co-Captains Ahmed Bellemsieh, Allen Hou, Isaiah Decrosta and Kenan Batic, Head Coach David Fleming and Team Manager Raina Abdelhannane (Advocate photos by Tara Vocino) Co-Captains and their coach, shown from left to right: Yasmin Riazi, Head Coach Racquel MacDonald, Yara Belguendouz, Angelina Montoya, Camila Echeverri and Giselle Salvador. Seniors and their coach on Monday at Revere High School, shown from left to right: Anahis Vasquez, Ashley Chandler, Yasmin Riazi, Head Coach Racquel MacDonald, Yara Belguendouz, Angelina Montoya, Camila Echeverri and Giselle Salvador. Shown from left to right: Back row: Head Coach Racquel MacDonald, Rania Hamdani, Nour Maihouane, Emma DeCrosta, Valerie Aguirre, Analyse Byrd, Basma Sahibi, Liv Yuong, Hadassa Dias, Dayana Ortega, Jaliyah Manigo, Genevieve Zierten, Caleigh Joyce, Katelynn Purcifull and Manal Hazimeh; middle row: Hiba El Bzyouy, Ivana Nguyen, Danni Hope Randall, Anahis Vazquez, Yasmin Riazi, Ashley Cabrera Rodriguez, Jade Dang, Jaleeyah Figueroa, Lesly Mendoza and Raquel Class; bottom row: Mayaah Ndi, Olivia Rupp, Gemma Stamatopoulos, Ashley Chandler, Yara Belguendouz, Angelina Montoya, Camila Echeverri, Ava Cassinello and Valeria Sepulveda. (Advocate photos by Tara Vocino)
THE REVERE ADVOCATE – FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 2, 2024 Page 11 ~ RHS PATRIOTS SPORTS ROUNDUP ~ tion this year due to their strength in the distance events. The girls geared up with some intense speed workouts and showed their strength in the fi eld events to get us this last win. Their willingness to jump into new events for the team to secure some critical points truly shows that they recognize that track is still a team sport. I am so proud that this team gets a banner in the high school gym. It is so well deserved.” On Friday, Feb. 2, the Patriots will face off at the GBL League Meet against all seven GBL teams. Revere swimming shines at league meet The Greater Boston League Championship swimming meet was held last month at Medford High School. It is a non-scoring meet, used as more of a time trial than a competitive meet. However, after the meet one of the league athletics directors asked that a score be provided for the meet. The GBL Champion is determined by the regular-season meet record. Malden won this year. The Revere girls scored 101 points and came in fi fth. The boys scored 372 and came in fi rst. The girls were led by senior co-captain Jannet Sehli. She took third in the 200 freestyle and fourth in the 500 free. Sophomore Leah Zuniga took sixth in the 200 free and 500 free. Senior DeAndre Quijada took 10th in the Revere track seniors, shown from left to right: Top row: Captains Giselle Salvador and Yara Belguendouz; middle row: Captains Camila Echeverri and Yasmin Riazi, Ashley Chandler and Captain Angelina Montoya; at the bottom is Anahis Vazquez. Revere girls track finishes perfect regular season The Revere High School girls track team fi nished 7-0 for the regular season, defeating Everett and Medford last week. This makes them the Greater Boston League regular-season indoor champions. The Patriots defeated Everett, 75-17, and defeated Medford in a really tight meet, 52-47. Sophomore Olivia Rupp smashed her mile PR by seven seconds to break six minutes with a time of 5:55.47. “She ran an incredible and strategic race and I know she will fi nish the season getting that time down even further based on her workouts,” Revere coach Racquel MacDonald-Ciambelli said. Gemma Stamatopoulos and Liv Yuong tied for top scores with 14 points each against Medford. Stamatopoulos ran the 2-mile for the fi rst time this season in an especially strategic manner to give Revere that extra fi ve points to beat Medford. Hiba El Bzyouy also hopped into the 2-mile to help secure a third-place and add another point to the team total. “It’s a new event for her that she ran for the team,” her coach said. Ashley Cabrera Rodriguez scored 15 points against Everett with wins in the 55-meter dash, long jump and 4x200meter relay. Revere also recorded personal records: with Genevieve Zierten in the mile, Rania Hamdani in the 300-meter, Daniela Santana Baez in the 2-mile and Giselle Salvador in the 55-meter dash. “This team really stepped up,” MacDonald-Ciambelli said. “We knew Medford would be our biggest competi100 free. Those three were joined by senior Victoria Vilaca in the 200 free relay, who came in ninth. The boys had a strong meet right from the start. Seniors Juan Cano, Matthew Terrell, Alem Cesic and Nate Hill won the 200-medley relay. Terrell and Hill followed that by going 2-3 in the 200 free. Cesic took fi rst in the 200 IM. Revere had three top-10 fi nishers in the 50 free. Cano took second; freshman Wilson Feng, sixth, and senior Harrison Rua, ninth. Terrell squeaked out a win in the 100 butterfl y by.2 of a second. Feng and senior Vilson Lipa took fourth and eighth in the 100 free. Cesic took fi rst in the 500 free with Hill coming in second. The Revere relay team of Terrell, Lipa, Rua and Cano took second place in the 200 free relay. The other team in that race of Feng, fellow freshman Danny Hallak and sophomores Marcelo Fermin-Cuartas and Nicholas Pedroza Avila came in eighth. In the 100 back, Cano took fi rst, Lipa was third and Hallak sixth. Rua was seventh in the 100 breaststroke. In the fi nal event, the 400 free relay, the team of Hill, Lipa, Rua and Cesic took fi rst place, winning by 18 seconds. For Cesic, it was his fourth fi rstplace fi nish of the meet. Revere boys’ basketball team tops Greater Lowell, Malden Revere (5-9) beat Greater Lowell, 5849. “Tough win on the road against a young Gryphons squad,” Revere coach Dave Leary said. Junior Guard Ethan Day had 18 points, six rebounds and fi ve assists. Senior Center Amir Yamani added nine points and eight rebounds, and senior guard Domenic Belmonte contributed seven points and three steals. Revere also beat Malden, 60-47. “Tough battle as always,” Leary said. “Coach Nally always has his team prepared.” Day led the way with 23 points and fi ve rebounds. Junior guard Avi Lung had nine points and six assists. Senior captain Andrew Leone had seven points and eight rebounds, and Yamani added a double-double of 10 points-12 rebounds. SENIOR NIGHT: Shown from left to right: friends Jilliam Rodriguez, Mohamed Benzerdjeb, Bella Abreus, Stacey Li, Menold Sinani, senior Co-Captain Alem Cesic, Jamie Pineda, Ariana Aguilar, Marjorie Lopez and Virginia Lopez.
Page 12 THE REVERE ADVOCATE – FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 2, 2024 Revere High School’s co-op hockey team celebrates its seniors during Senior Night By Tara Vocino T he Revere High School hockey team celebrated its seniors during their Ice Hockey Senior Night at Allied Veterans Memorial Rink on Saturday. The REMM co-op team consists of Malden High School, Mystic Valley Regional Charter School and Revere and Everett High Schools. Their banquet is Feb. 15. Revere High School hockey player/Co-Captain Ollie Svendsen was accompanied by his parents, Kelly and Carl Svendsen. Revere High School hockey player Matthew Lacroix presented fl owers to his parents, Nick and Elizabeth, during Saturday’s Ice Hockey Senior Night at Allied Veterans Memorial Rink. Malden Mayor Gary Christenson and Revere Mayor Patrick Keefe, Jr. shake hands in support of their co-op hockey team seniors. (Advocate photos by Tara Vocino) Revere Mayor Patrick Keefe, Jr. with Coach Carl Svendsen. SPORTS | FROM Page 1 in Revere. The team put on a balanced buzzer-to-buzzer performance against Chelsea High to secure their ninth win of the season on that night. Revere scored 61 points and hit a season-high fi ve 3-pointers. A telling statistic for the chemistry of the Patriots was the 16 assists that they accumulated over those 61 points. If there was any shortfall, it may have been the performance from the free throw line, where the girls fi nished 4-for-9 for 44%. Junior captain Velic finished with 15 points, followed closely by junior Nisrin Sekkat with 10 (including two 3-pointers), sophomore Smith with nine (one 3-pointer) and freshman Sarah Lechheb with eight (including two 3-pointers). Senior captain Belloise dropped fi ve dimes to her eager teammates, and Velic cleaned the glass for a teamleading six boards. A plethora of Revere High School hockey player/Co-Captain Ollie Svendsen pictured with his extended family, shown from left to right: Mimi Agnes Svendsen, Ollie Svendsen, father Carl Svendsen, cousin Elizabeth Lake, aunt Erika Svendsen, aunt Susan Conley and uncle Rob Ginsburg. Patriots saw signifi cant action for the fi rst time this year, including Destiny Borges-Kelly, Zohra Benkreira and Kesley Morales. Chelsea was led by sophomores Melize Siliro and Monica Cespedes-Cruz, who fi nished with nine and 12 points, respectively. The Patriots next faced Malden, looking to lock up a postseason berth with their 10th win and got the job done, 35-32, in a well-fought, defensive battle. Velic led the Patriots with 9 points and 5 rebounds. Alisha Jean added 7 points and 8 rebounds. Revere got a big game from Gonzalez, who chipped in off the bench with 7 points. Revere is ranked 46th out of 55 teams in the MIAA Division 1 latest power rankings. Why so low with a solid 11-5 record? Revere has one of the lowest opponent ratings in the division because it plays in the low-rated Greater Boston League. Ratings are RHS Patriot Girls Head Basketball Coach Ariana Rivera talks with her team during a time out during their recent game against Somerville. (Advocate fi le photo by Emily Harney) determined by adding average margin of victory with opponent rating. Revere’s opponent rating is negative 1.7. The highest-ranked team in the division is Bishop Feehan, which has a 15.6 opponent rating. Opponent rating is determined by the state based on a variety of competitive factors. The MIAA dives into more specifi cs here: https://miaa.net/wpcontent/uploads/2022/01/Information-Sheet-for-Power-ratingsystem.pdf
THE REVERE ADVOCATE – FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 2, 2024 Page 13 The 2024 RHS Patriots Varsity Cheerleaders team up with the Youth Cheerleading Squad By Tara Vocino T he Revere High School Varsity Cheerleading Patriots and Lady Patriots introduced themselves alongside the Youth Cheerleading Squad during a home game against the Malden High School Golden Tornadoes last Thursday night. Shown from left to right: Back row: Gianna Guzman, Charlotte Harrity, Sophia Keane, Malak Kardady, Isabella Cassetta, Ashley Garcia and Amithi Ho; middle row: Jessica Farro, Jaelynn Smith, Mikayla Hayes, Geovanny Acetty, Vita Somboun, Amelia Murray and Briana Capunay; front row: Natalie Rodriguez Lopera, Dylan Misci, Samira Cammarano, Carlos Moran Hernandez and Brianna Rodriguez. Co-Captains, shown from left to right: Natalie Rodriguez Lopera, Samira Cammarano and Brianna Rodriguez. Flyer Vita Somboun and bases Carlos Moran Hernandez and Geovanny Acetty did a stunt. Flyers, shown from left to right: Natalie Rodriguez Lopera, Charlotte Harrity and Brianna Rodriguez with bases Samira Cammarano, Jaelynn Smith, Jessica Farro, Geovanny Acetty, Vita Somboun, Amelia Murray, Dylan Misci, Mikayla Hayes and Carlos Moran Hernandez did a hitch pyramid. Flyers Charlotte Harrity and Brianna Rodriguez and bases, shown from left to right: Geovanny Acetty, Amelia Murray, Vita Somboun, Dylan Misci, Carlos Moran Hernandez and Mikayla Hayes did a hitch pyramid. Flyer Brianna Rodriguez and bases Dylan Misci, Samira Cammarano and Carlos Moran Hernandez did a bow and arrow. Youth Night: Shown from left to right: Back row: Emilila Tecci, Nahomy Freire-Mendoza, Samantha Sattiewhite, Susan Aguilar, Zamayah Ramirez, Maya Carlo, Natalia Cammarano, Gabriella Scalzi, Samantha Voldovinos Cuevas and Layla Rodriguez; front row: Aurora Rand Sloan, Eva Guilherme, Sophia Balbino Pereira, Mia Capunay, Georgia De Gruttola, Emilia Scalzi, Dahlia Martinez, Grace Aborn, Shea Kosa, Liviana Mendoza, Madelyn Sousa, Sanaiya Greene and Aubree Massiah. (Advocate photos by Tara Vocino)
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Failed climate change preKeeping Older Drivers Safe on the Road Dear Savvy Senior, What safety tips can you recommend for older drivers? My 86-year-old mother, who still drives herself, had a fender bender last month and I worry about her safety. Back Seat Daughter Dear Back Seat, With more and more older Americans driving well into their 70s, 80s and beyond, there are a variety of things your mom can do to help maintain and even improve her driving skills. Here are some recommendations by driving rehabilitation specialists that work with older drivers. Get an eye exam: Because about 90 percent of the information necessary to drive is received through our eyes, this is a good fi rst step in ensuring your mom’s driving safety. So, get your mom’s eyes checked every year to be sure her vision and eyewear is up to par. Get a physical or wellness exam: As people age, it’s also very important to monitor changes in overall health as it relates to driving. Medical conditions like arthritis, dementia, diabetes, Parkinson’s disease, sleep apnea and stroke can all aff ect driving. In addition, many seniors also take multiple medications or combinations of medications that can make them drowsy or lightheaded, which can impair judgment or aff ect refl exes or alertness necessary for safe driving. So, an annual physical or wellness examination and medication review is also a smart way to verify your mom’s driving safety. Take a refresher course: AARP and the American Automobile Association (AAA) both have older driver improvement courses that can help your mom brush up her driving skills and understand how to adjust for slower refl exes, weaker vision and other age-related physical changes that can aff ect driving. Taking a class may also earn her a discount on her auto insurance. To locate a class, contact your local AAA (AAA.com) or AARP (AARPdriversafety.org, 888-227-7669). Most courses cost around $20 to $30 and can be taken online. Make some adjustments: Adjusting when and where your mom drives are another way to help keep her safe and behind the wheel longer. Some simple adjustments include not driving after dark or during rush hour traffic, avoiding major highways or other busy roads, and not driving in poor weather conditions. Evaluate her driving: To stay on top of your mom’s driving abilities you should take a ride with her from time-to-time watching for problem areas. For example: Does she drive at inappropriate speeds, tailgate or drift between lanes? Does she have diffi culty seeing, backing up or changing lanes? Does she react slowly, get confused easily or make poor driving decisions? For more evaluation tips, AAA off ers a senior driver selfrating assessment exercise (Drivers 65 Plus) that you or she can access at Exchange. AAA.com/safety/senior-driver-safety-mobility. If your mom needs a more thorough evaluation, you can turn to a driver rehabilitation specialist who’s trained to evaluate older drivers and off er suggestions and adaptations to help keep her safe. But be aware that this type of assessment can run anywhere between $100 and $500 or more. To locate a professional in your area, visit ADED.net or AOTA.org — search “driving practitioner directory.” When it gets to the point that your mom’s driving isn’t safe anymore and she needs to quit, you may need to help her create a list of names and phone numbers of family, friends and local transportation services that she can call on for a ride. To fi nd out what transportation services are available in your mom’s area contact the Eldercare Locator (800-6771116), which will direct you to her area agency on aging for assistance. Send your senior questions to: Savvy Senior, P.O. Box 5443, Norman, OK 73070, or visit SavvySenior.org. Jim Miller is a contributor to the NBC Today show and author of “The Savvy Senior” book. dictions. Science is about accurate prediction. If Newton’s theory had failed to predict how apples fall, then it would be useless. Few scientists have been as bad at this (basic) job as climate scientists. In one of the most comical episodes I’ve ever seen, climate scientists erected signs in Glacier National Park predicting its glaciers would be gone in 2020—only to be forced to leave the signs after the predictions proved false. For a year, tourists to the park were met with a monument to the legacy of climate science: They stood looking simultaneously at glaciers … and the sign that promised, on the good authority of climate science, that the glaciers were not there. Increasingly, climate scientists have appeared to me not as serious intellectuals but as the crazy old coot on the corner with a sign proclaiming: “The End is Near!” At some point, it is best to just avert your eyes and walk on by. 2. Where did the wild spaces go? Thoreau said of nature: “We need the tonic of wildness.” Thoreau was right about me at least. One of my primary motives for being an environmentalist was that I believed natural wild spaces were good for the soul. I still believe that. But many modern environmentalists don’t. They have abandoned this idea and substituted in its place a cult-like obsession with a set of things that clearly won’t preserve wild spaces at all. And that brings us to wind farms. I hate wind farms. They kill birds and destroy forest habitats. The blades are made of materials that fi ll waste dumps and can’t be recycled. They require lithium batteries that have to be mined with methods that create the very kinds of problems the “clean energy” movement is supposed to solve. But for all that, my primary reason for hating wind farms is the same as my motive for opposing all those oil derricks years ago: They destroy the wild spaces of my sanity. They dilute Thoreau’s tonic. The real problem is the scope of their eff ect. An oil derrick isn’t attractive—but it is a fairly contained ugliness. Wind farms, on the other hand, ruin everyone’s view for miles and miles and miles around. The higher you go in the Pennsylvania mountains, the more you ought to feel freedom. But the higher you go, the more likely you are to have your vast wild vistas displaced by wind turbines. Even if a specifi c turbine design is attractive, it still interrupts our ever-diminishing wild spaces. So unless you happen to be a rich Massachusetts politician with the power to stop wind farms from messing up your own pristine ocean view, the tonic you get from nature will be appreciably less curative. Wind farms make oil derricks feel like pure mountain streams. Can we start drilling again soon? 3. Bullying over debate. One of the clear signs that a movement is rotten is when it resorts to silencing its opponents rather than debating them. The modern “green” movement contains the worst set of bullies I’ve ever seen; indeed, they serve as primary fodder for my forthcoming book called Liberal Bullies. Rather than meet fact with fact, the movement increasingly calls people they disagree with climate deniers and engages in intentional censorship to silence the voice of opponents. Not only is this repugnant to those of us who value free speech, but it is also a clue that the movement doesn’t have a lot of substantive arguments. You don’t need to silence people when you can win an argument with facts. 4. Politics over facts. Speaking of facts: The relationship between science and politics only works when the causal arrow between them goes from scientifi c facts to politics. The modern green movement has that backwards. I remember seeing a science presentation at a San Francisco aquarium where the speaker confi dently assertGUEST COMMENTARY | SEE Page 15
THE REVERE ADVOCATE – FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 2, 2024 Page 15 OBITUARIES Anita Vinciarelli O I f Revere. It is with a heavy heart that we announce the passing of Anita Vinciarelli, a Gladys Munroe t is with profound sorrow and a sense of loving remembrance that we announce the departure of a truly remarkable woman, Gladys Francis Munroe, on January 29, 2024. Born on August 7, 1942, in Revere, Massachusetts, Gladys remained a proud resident of her birthplace throughout her life. Gladys was an embodiment of generosity and love, a woman who could eff ortlessly light up a Leona M. “Leigh” (O’Hara) Orlando O f Revere. Entered fully into the presence her Lord Savior Jesus Christ on Sunday, January 28th. Leigh was born in Boston to her late parents, Boston Police Detective James E. O’Hara Sr. & Dorothy M. (Breault) O’Hara on September 8, 1949. She was one of seven children who were raised & educated in East Boston. Leigh was an alumna of East Boston High School, Class of 1967. Following high school, Leigh began to work as an Administrative Assistant for the Bethlehem Steel Corporation in East Boston until her retirement upon its closing in the fall of 1982. Leigh married her cherished husband John A. Orlando on September 21st, 1984. They fi rst lived in Everett for several years, before moving to Revere in 1987. Leigh loved life, she was always smiling and making harmless jokes that made everyone all around her hapGUEST COMMENTARY | FROM Page 8 ed that Glacier National Park had less than 10 glaciers left. I thought that was odd because we had just visited the park and the park offi cials had told us there were over 40 glaciers. But trying to discuss this with a presumed expert was a parable of the modern movement: no amount of fact would change his conviction, because the facts didn’t fi t his political beliefs. 5. Lack of a cost/benefit analysis. Even at the height of my pro-environmentalist sentiment, I wasn’t opposed to all oil drilling. I know we need energy; I use it every day. I just wanted moderation that purposefully preserved a signifi cant amount of wild nature. Well, across the board, the green movement increasingly just bludgeons us with simple-minded ideas that ignore the obvious costs of their policies. They push for recycling without considering the environmental costs of (say) moving recycled goods (even The Atlantic recently admitted that recycling wasn’t accomplishing all that much). They push woman of remarkable strength and boundless love. Anita, born on March 27, 1937, in Boston, Massachusetts, was a beacon of light to all who knew her. She left this world on January 24, 2024, leaving behind a legacy forged by her unwavering kindness, dedication to her family, and her captivating spirit. Anita resided in Revere, Massachusetts, where she spent her days creating beautiful memories with her cherished family. As a wise woman once said, “The love in our family fl ows strong and deep, leaving us memories to treasure and keep.” Anita was a remarkable woman who touched the lives of many through her work in Elderly Services. For ten years, she dedicated herself to improving the lives of the elderly, demonstrating her natural ability to care for others. In her free time, Anita found solace in the simple pleasures of life, cherishing the moments shared with her loved ones above all. As Anita often quoted, “Every moment spent with family is worth every second.” Anita was the beloved wife of the late Anthony “Killer” Vinciarelli Sr. She was the devoted mother of Enrico Vinciarelli and his wife Nelaine, Anthony Vinciarelli Jr. and his wife Denise, and Stephan Vinciarelli and room with her funny anecdotes and witty banter. Her laughter was infectious, her spirit indefatigable, and her heart, a boundless ocean of love. As an adored mother, cousin, and friend, she lived a life that was a testament to her kind nature and selfl ess devotion. Gladys was a shining beacon of positivity, always ready with a comforting word or a cheerful smile. Her impact was felt by all who had the good fortune to know her. As George Elliot once said, “What do we live py, safe and comfortable to be in the moment together. Leigh had a deep and loyal love for family and enjoyed caring for those she loved, including the 4-legged ones. She was also a lover of the beach and would often be seen walking Revere Beach, no matter the season. Her gift of writing was one of great excellence and her gift of administration was over the top. Leigh had a very prominent Christian faith. She was a woman of great integrity and Godly character. She had an incredible gift of intercessory prayer and was a very proud leader of Insight Ministries United States Prayer Force a national prayer group, who has said, for climate change initiatives while dismissing the costs for everyday families. They don’t often consider that, compared to other methods, wind farms produce a small amount of energy relative to the destruction they cause. Concluding Thoughts All movements have problems, including my own. All movements have bullies, including my own. I realize there is a danger in hand-picking a few extreme examples here. There are plenty of good environmentalists. I know some of them. I don’t want to paint the entire his late wife Gina. Anita was the proud grandmother of Mia, Anthony, Traci, Ashley, Jessica, Kristina, Dante, Antonia, and a great grandmother to Elena, Destiny, Jesalee, Amelia, Kameron, Billy, Bella, Ryan, Santino, and Johny. Dear sister of Carl DeStefano and his wife Shelia of Revere, Leonard DeStefano and his late wife Anita of Winthrop, Sylvia Michetti and her husband Robert of CT, Margarett Johnson and her late husband Carl of Revere, Marie Lupien and her husband Mark of Sudbury, Louise Powers and her late husband Richard of Revere, and the late Joseph DeStefano and his surviving wife Betty of Andover, and for, if it is not to make life less diffi cult for each other?” Indeed, Gladys lived this motto through her generous actions and warm disposition. Gladys was the beloved widow of Thomas Munroe, and she is survived by her step-son, Peter Munroe, and her cousin, Shirley Doyle, along with numerous other cousins. She was preceded in death by her parents, Francis and Gladys Ventola. Her radiant spirit and loving presence will be deeply missed and remembered “That She was the fi re that ignited the fl ame in each of us. More precious than much fi ne gold.” Leigh had a special call and gift that encouraged Pastors and leaders to believe in a God who says, “All things are possible”. She was a worshiper who loved to study and share the Word of God. Leigh looked for beauty in all things and tried to make a difference where needed. She is the beloved wife of 39 years to John A. Orlando of Revere. The beloved sister of Patricia A. O’Hara — DiGenio & her husband Joseph of Newmarket, NH., and the late Dorothy M. McGrath, James E. O’Hara, Jr., Richard F. O’Hara Sr, Kevin P. movement with one brush. And yet, from my little corner of the world, something seems amiss. The green movement has increasingly ignored common people’s real experiences in favor of an ever-narrowing and cult-like political agenda. If it ever regains a focus on the reality most of us inhabit, I’ll reconsider. But I’m not holding my breath. — -Dr. Lucian (Luke) Gideon Conway III is a Professor of Psychology and a Fellow with the Institute for Faith & Freedom at Grove City College. He is the author of over 85 articles, commentaries, and book chapthe late Ann Alongi and her late husband Joseph. She also leaves behind numerous nieces and nephews who will miss her dearly. Anita was preceded in death by her parents, Joseph and Anita DeStefano. A Memorial Visitation will be held in honor of Anita at the Buonfiglio Funeral Home located at 128 Revere Street, Revere, Massachusetts, 02151 on Sunday, February 4, 2024, from 12:00pm to 1:00pm. Join us as we celebrate the life of Anita Vinciarelli, a woman whose love knew no bounds, whose spirit was infectious, and whose memory will forever be etched in our hearts. by all her family, friends, and those whose lives she touched. A Funeral Mass was held in honor of Gladys on Thursday, February 1, at St. Michael’s Chapel, Chelsea. We invite you to join us in celebrating Gladys’s life by sharing your favorite memories and photos of her on the memorial page; www.buonfiglio.com. Her life was a tapestry of love, generosity, and joy, and we wish to honor her by remembering the happiness she brought to us all. O’Hara, Sr. & Carol L. Pepi & her surviving husband Gerald Pepi of Winthrop. Also lovingly survived by many nieces, nephews, grandnieces, & grandnephews. Family & friends were invited to attend visiting hours on Thursday, February 8th in the Vertuccio Smith & Vazza Beechwood Home for Funerals 262 Beach St. Revere. A Funeral Service will take place in the funeral home on Friday, February 9th beginning at 10:30 a.m., followed by the service at 11 a.m. Interment will be held privately. In lieu of flowers remembrances may be made to The Tunnel to Towers Foundation www.t2t.org. ters on the psychology of politics and culture. Dr. Conway’s research has been featured in major media outlets such as the Washington Post, New York Times, Huffington Post, Psychology Today, USA Today, the Ben Shapiro Podcast, and BBC Radio. Further, he has written opinion pieces for outlets such as The Hill, Heterodox Academy, and London School of Economics U.S. Centre. He is the author of the book Complex Simplicity: How Psychology Suggests Atheists are Wrong About Christianity. You can follow him on twitter @LGConwayIII, on ResearchGate, or on Google Scholar.
Page 16 THE REVERE ADVOCATE – FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 2, 2024 By Bob Katzen If you have any questions about this week’s report, e-mail us at bob@beaconhillrollcall.com or call us at (617) 720-1562 Volume 49 — Report No. 4 January 22-26, 2024 Copyright © 2024 Beacon Hill Roll Call. All Rights Reserved. By Bob Katzen THE HOUSE AND SENATE: There were no roll calls in the House and Senate last week. This week, Beacon Hill Roll Call reports on the number of times each representative sided with Gov. Maura Healey on her 24 vetoes of mostly state budget items in the 2023 legislative session. A two-thirds vote is required to override a gubernatorial veto. In a full 160-member House, the governor needs the support of 54 representatives to sustain a veto when all 160 representatives vote—and fewer votes when some members are absent or a seat is vacant. Healey fell short of that goal as 25 votes was the most support she received on any veto. The House easily overrode all 24 vetoes, including nine that were overridden unanimously. No Democrats voted with Healey to sustain any vetoes. All 134 voted to override all the vetoes. Only GOP members voted with Healey to sustain the vetoes, but no Republican representative voted with Healey 100 percent of the time. The three GOP members who voted with Healey the most times are Reps. Marc Lombardo (R-Billerica) and Nicholas Boldyga (R-Southwick) who both voted with her 14 times (58.3 percent); and Donald Berthiaume (R-Spencer) who voted with her 12 times (50 percent). The GOP member who supported Healey the least number of times was Rep. David Vieira (R-Falmouth) who voted with Healey only seven times (29.1 percent). NUMBER OF TIMES REPRESENTATIVES SUPPORTED GOV. HEALEY’S VETOES IN THE 2023 SESSION Gov. Healey vetoed 24 proposals that were approved by the Legislature in 2023. Here is how your representative fared in his or her support of Gov. Healey on the vetoes. The percentage next to the representative’s name represents the percentage of times that he or she supported Healey. The number in parentheses represents the actual number of times the representative supported Healey. Rep. Jessica Giannino 0 percent (0) Rep. Jeff Turco 0 percent (0) ALSO UP ON BEACON HILL HEALEY FILES $58.15 BILLION FISCAL YEAR 2025 STATE BUDGET — Gov. Maura Healy fi led her second annual state budget, this one with a price tag of $58.15 billion. The package calls for about $2.07 billion or 3.7 percent more spending compared to the fi scal 2024 budget she signed in August 2023. «We are tightening our belts,» Healey said. «I want to be clear about that, Our economy remains strong, but the revenue picture is changing. Pandemic-era funding relief has gone away, and nationally, the economic recovery has stabilized. So, in this environment, it is important that we manage spending in a way that is making strategic choices, examining the impact of every dollar we propose to spend and that we bring our budget in line with a rate of infl ation and in line with the resources and the revenue that we have.» “What Gov. Maura Healey is proposing is an irresponsible budget, coming in higher than last year which was already too high, while missing the muchneeded reforms to curtail our immigration problems along with making our state more competitive,” said Paul Craney, a spokesman for the Massachusetts Fiscal Alliance. “The governor is continuing to spend taxpayer money on immigrants, while cutting spending on taxpayers, closing a state jail and shifting money away from dedicated savings. The governor describes this budget as fi scally responsible, but this budget reflects a state that is fiscally crumbling from the top down.” “As a former mayor, and someone who has traveled around the state listening to our local offi cials, I’m proud of the way that this budget proposal responds to local needs,” said Lt. Gov. Kim Driscoll. “We’re fully funding the Student Opportunity Act to make sure our K-12 schools have equitable access to the resources their students and educators need. We’re also increasing the amount of local aid going to cities and towns and boosting Chapter 90 funding to improve roads and bridges, particularly in rural communities.” “Gov. Healey has fi led a fi scal year 2025 budget that calls for signifi cantly increased spending across state government, but those aspirations need to be tempered by the fi scal realities facing the commonwealth,” said House Minority Leader Rep. 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Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices and the Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices symbol are registered service marks of Columbia Insurance Company, a Berkshire Hathaway ailiate. Equal Housing Opportunity. lions of dollars in mid-year cuts and downgraded projected revenues by $1 billion for fi scal year 2024. At the same time, funding for the migrant shelter crisis continues to drain much-needed revenues that would otherwise have been spent on other programs and services, with no end in sight.” The budget now goes to the House which will craft and approve its own version and then it moves to the Senate which will offer a different plan. A House-Senate conference committee will eventually hammer out a compromise version that will be approved by both branches and sent to Gov. Healey who has the power to veto any spending and any other items. The House and Senate can then choose to override any of the governor’s vetoes. GOV. HEALEY SIGNS EXECUTIVE ORDER INSTITUTING SKILLS-BASED HIRING — Gov. Healey signed an executive order requiring all state agencies to institute skills-based hiring practices. The order requires hiring to focus primarily on an applicant’s skills, knowledge and abilities rather than educational credentials. The only jobs exempt from the requirement are jobs when education degree conditions are absolutely necessary for the performance of the job. In addition, people in charge of hiring will receive training to help them implement these new hiring policies. “As the state’s largest employer, we rely on a strong, diverse workforce to deliver crucial services and programs for Massachusetts residents, businesses and communities every day,” said Healey. “But too many job applicants are being held back by unnecessary degree requirements. This Executive Order directs our administration to focus on applicants’ skills and experiences, rather than college credentials. It will expand our applicant pool and help us build a more inclusive and skilled workforce than ever before. Our administration is leading by example, and we encourage the business community to join us by adopting similar skills-based hiring practices.” “Massachusetts has an incredible opportunity to leverage its platform as a major employer, lead by example, and encourage more employers to do the same,” said?Secretary of Labor and Workforce Development Lauren Jones.?“As employers, including the commonwealth, embrace a skills-based hiring practice, we will collectively open more opportunities to hire, retain and develop the diverse, skilled talent employers need to grow and thrive in regions across the state.” FREE BUSES (H 3266) — The Transportation Committee held a hearing on legislation that would create a 1-year pilot program for free access to bus service for the MBTA and regional transit authorities. The measure also would establish advisory committees to evaluate the impacts of the pilot program on ridership, equity, increased access, effi ciency, on-time performance, cost savings and other metrics. “Sen. [Pat Jehlen] and I fi led [the bill] because access to public transit is critical to the wellbeing and economic development of our communities,’ said House sponsor Rep. Christine Barber (D-Somerville). “As we continue to see lower ridership compared to before the pandemic, removing barriers to public transit is an important method to get people out of their cars, decrease bus waiting time, decrease carbon emissions, reduce traffic and improve health.” PRIVACY OF COLLEGE STUDENTS (H 4266) — The House gave initial approval to a bill that would prohibit colleges from being required to release certain student education records to third parties that request the records. The prohibition would not apply to federal, state or municipal agency requests. “This bill is about protecting and safeguarding the privacy of our students in public higher ed and ensuring they have the same rights as all students who are aff orded the same protections under the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act,» said Senate sponsor Sen. Jake Oliveira (D-Ludlow). WAIVE FIRST ANNUAL INSPECTION FOR NEW CARS (H 3255) — Another proposal before the Transportation Committee, off ered by Rep. Jim Arciero (D-Westford), would eliminate the initial state-required annual inspection for brand new vehicles for one year. Supporters said that the legislation is based on the fact that pre-delivery inspections (PDIs) are required by each motor vehicle manufacturer from their dealers prior to the sale of a vehicle to a consumer. The PDI check list parallels the state’s vehicle inspection checklist and is an unnecessary duplication of the state’s inspection process. STATE PANEL DENIES EFFORT TO REMOVE FORMER PRESIDENT DONALD TRUMP FROM MARCH 5 REPUBLICAN PRIMARY BALLOT — The State Ballot Law Commission dismissed a challenge that alleged Donald Trump is ineligible for offi ce due to his role in the Jan. 6, 2021 attack on the U.S. Capitol, ruling that it does not have jurisdiction over the case. «The commission, having reviewed the materials submitted, has determined that the State Ballot Law Commission
THE REVERE ADVOCATE – FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 2, 2024 Page 17 does not have jurisdiction over the matters presented,» the panel wrote. «Donald Trump’s name will not be appearing on the presidential primary ballot as a result of the submission of nomination papers or a certifi cate of nomination over which the commission does have jurisdiction,» the panel continued. «Rather, Donald Trump’s name will appear on the presidential primary ballot as a result of the Republican State Committee’s submission of his name to the Secretary of the commonwealth on September 29, 2023 … This submission from the state party should not be confused with a certifi cate of nomination.” GOV. HEALEY PLANS TO CLOSE OPERATION AT MCICONCORD — The Massachusetts Department of Correction (DOC) announced its intention to shut down MCI-Concord, a medium-security men’s prison which currently operates at 50 percent capacity with an incarcerated population of approximately 300. The shutdown is proposed by Gov. Healey in her fi scal 2025 budget proposal. The shutdown needs legislative approval before it goes into eff ect. The DOC said in a press release that the decision to end operations at MCI-Concord and relocate its staff and population is based on a “thorough assessment of decreased housing needs and the aging facility’s high maintenance costs.” It noted that the closing “allows the department to dispose of the property, making it available for non-correctional purposes and potential redevelopment to the benefi t of the surrounding community.” “During its fi rst year, the Healey-Driscoll Administration has worked closely with the Legislature, community partners and advocates to invest in justice initiatives that have contributed to the lowest rates of incarceration and recidivism in decades,” said Public Safety and Security Secretary Terrence Reidy. “Strategically consolidating DOC resources makes fi nancial sense and enables the department to build upon the proven, evidence-based rehabilitative programs that support successful reentry and improve outcomes.” The Massachusetts Correction Offi cers Federated Union’s Executive Board announced it is adamantly against the closing of MCI-Concord or any other prison. ”The Executive Board feels that the closing of MCIConcord or any other prison will burden our already violent and dangerous prisons,” the group said in a statement. “We are witcall The A nessing extreme and daily violence at the Souza-Baranowski Correctional Center [in Lancaster] after the closing of Walpole.” The statement continued, “With over three hundred inmates at Concord our classifi - cation system will undoubtedly need to reclassify many of these and other inmates statewide. This will potentially place higher risk inmates in lower-level facilities, thus placing our offi cer’s safety at risk. We ask the governor, Public Safety Secretary and DOC Commissioner to halt any plans to close Concord until a comprehensive plan is in place.” QUOTABLE QUOTES “Partnership between law enforcement and the communities they serve is the cornerstone of eff ective public safety. This funding is an investment in the enduring success of strong partnerships. Through this grant program, we provide public safety with essential resources to enhance community engagement and deliver evidence-based programs.” ---Lt. Gov. Kim Driscoll on awarding a $1.9 million grant to support statewide strategies for violence prevention and enhance community-based partnerships. “We are incredibly excited about this program, which will make a diff erence in the lives of residents across the state and provide greater aff ordability, opportunity, and access to all MBTA service for residents as they travel throughout the week. This underscores the bold vision and commitment of the Healey-Driscoll Administration to deliver equitable, reliable and resilient transportation in a big way.” --- Massachusetts Transportation Secretary and CEO Monica Tibbits-Nutt on the MBTA’s announcement of several fare change proposals, including the introduction of a reduced fare program for riders with low income, that aim to improve equity, increase ridership and simplify fare rules, “Climbing rents have propelled cost burdens to staggering new heights. In 2022, half of all U.S. renters were cost burdened. The number of renter households spending more than 30 percent of their income on rent and utilities rose by 2 million in just three years to a record high of 22.4 million. Among these renters, 12.1 million had severe burdens, paying over half of their income for housing — also an all-time high. And while rental markets are finally cooling, evictions have risen, the country is seeing the highest homelessness counts on record and the need for rental assistance is greater than ever.» ---From “America’s Rental Housing 2024,” a new report by the Harvard Joint Center for Housing Studies. “Overall, the story of criminal justice reform in Massachusetts since 2018 is largely positive. This research fi nds crime and incarceration have fallen, and we have signifi cantly expanded services for many. Our challenge now is to continue with a focus on reducing the large racial and ethnic disparities in our prison populations with housing, treatment and restorative justice practices.” ---Lee Pelton, President and CEO of the Boston Foundation, on its new report “Criminal Justice Reform in Massachusetts: A Five-Year Progress Assessment.” HOW LONG WAS LAST WEEK’S SESSION? Beacon Hill Roll Call tracks the length of time that the House and Senate were in session each week. Many legislators say that legislative sessions are only one aspect of the Legislature’s job and that a lot of important work is done outside of the House and Senate chambers. They note that their jobs also involve committee work, research, constituent work and other matters that are important to their districts. Critics say that the Legislature does not meet regularly or long enough to debate and vote in public view on the thousands of pieces of legislation that have been fi led. 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 January 22-26, the House met for a total of one hour and two minutes and the Senate met for a total of fi ve hours and fi ve minutes Mon. Jan. 22 House 11:01 a.m. to 11:10 a.m. Senate 11:22 a.m. to 11:38 a.m Tues. Jan. 23 No House session No Senate session Wed. Jan. 24 No House session No Senate session Thurs. Jan. 25 House 11:02 a.m. to 11:55 a.m. Senate 11:13 a.m. to 4:02 p.m. Fri. Jan. 26 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. For Advertising with Results, call he Advocate Newspapers at 781-286-8500 or Info@advocatenews.net cate Ne spapers 1. On Feb. 9, 1895, what sport — originally called mintonette — was invented in Holyoke, Mass.? 2. Charles Ponzi, the source of “Ponzi scheme,” emigrated to what city that is in a dog’s name? 3. What number is the next Super Bowl: LII, LV or LVII? 4. What musical instrument was used in the 1960s hit “Tie Me Kangaroo Down, Sport”: steel drum, theremin or wobble board? 5. On February 10, Chinese (Lunar) New Year starts; 2024 is the year of what animal symbol? 6. How are Goat, Luna and Three Sisters similar? 7. What is a printer’s devil? 8. On Feb. 11, 1878, the fi rst bicycle club in the USA was founded in what New England city? 9. Who is the NBA’s oldest active player? 10. Reportedly, which country has a “chimney sweep mafi a”: Switzerland, UK or USA? 11. What three-letter word means a computer program able to perform automatic recurring tasks? 12. On Feb. 12, 2004, the Mattel VP of Marketing announced that what Answers dolls felt “it’s time to spend some quality time — apart”? 13. What American author who died in Hartford, on a trip to Boston in 1869, said, “One of the most winning features of Boston is the politeness of the people”? 14. February 13 is Mardi Gras; what is the traditional Mardi Gras dessert? 15. In what county is the place that is the namesake of the USS Housatonic, the fi rst ship sunk by a submarine (in 1861)? 16. In 1400 on Valentine’s Day, King Charles VI created a royal Court of Love in what city that has been called the city of love? 17. How are electrons, neutrons and protons similar? 18. On Feb. 14, 1966, who achieved an NBA career scoring record of 20,884 points? 19. Reportedly, in the 1800s, Chinese immigrants in Massachusetts developed a sandwich from what Chinese dish? 20. On Feb. 15, 1927, the silent fi lm “It” was released; who was the fi lm’s star (or “it girl”)? 1. Volleyball 2. Boston (Boston terrier) 3. LVII 4. Wobble board 5. The dragon 6. They are names of American Niagara River islands. 7. A printing offi ce apprentice 8. Boston (the Boston Bicycle Club) 9. LeBron James (39) 10. Switzerland (The government protects the sweeps.) 11. Bot 12. Barbie and Ken 13. Mark Twain 14. King cake 15. Berkshire County in Mass. 16. Paris 17. They make up atoms. 18. Wilt Chamberlain 19. Chop Suey 20. Clara Bow
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THE REVERE ADVOCATE – FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 2, 2024 Page 19 NORTH SHORE NAVIGATORS ANNOUNCE 2024 NECBL SEASON SCHEDULE L YNN, Mass. — The North Shore Navigators have revealed their schedule for the 2024 New England Collegiate Baseball League (NECBL) season, featuring 22 home games at historic Fraser Field. Sunday’s announcement was made by NECBL Commissioner Sean McGrath and Navs Vice President of Operations Maggie Barden. North Shore kicks off the 44game summer slate at home for the first time since 2021 when it hosts a Camp Day matinee against the Valley Blue Sox on Tuesday, June 4. Following a three-game road trip, the Navigators will return to Fraser on Saturday, June 8 to host the Bristol Blues for their “Opening Night” game. The Navs’ 17th season of summer collegiate baseball is full of weekend dates, featuring fi ve regular-season home games on Saturdays and six on Sundays. Regular-season home games in 2024 are scheduled to begin at 6:05 p.m. on Monday through Friday nights and 5:05 p.m. on weekends. The lone exceptions are two 11:05 a.m. starts to accommodate field trip days for local schools and camps. The Navs are excited to feature promotions and theme nights in conjunction with local businesses throughout the 2024 season. Fur2024 SCHEDULE JUNE SUN MON TUE WED THU FRI 1 SAT SUN MON TUE WED 6:30pm 2 34 5 4 11:05am 910 5:00pm 6 16 5:05pm 3 5:05pm 30 5:05pm 23 24 7 17 6:35pm 25 6:05pm 8 18 6:05pm 26 26 6:30pm 27 6:30pm 11 6:35pm 19 0 6:05pm 28 20 12 6:35pm 13 6:05pm 1 21 6:35pm 9 29 5:05pm 6 6:30pm 4 14 6:35pm 22 6:30pm 28 28 5:05pm 29 6:05pm 30 7:05pm 7 6:30pm 15 5:05pm 21 8 5:05pm 14 4 5:05pm 22 7 5:05pm 15 5 6:35pm 23 3 6:30pm 31 8 6:30pm 16 7:05pm 24 6:05pm 25 5 6:05pm 9 11:05am 17 18 6:30pm 26 6 6:30pm 10 11 6:05pm 19 9 6:30pm 27 THU FRI 12 3456 6:30pm 12 6:30pm 20 5:05pm 6:05pm 3 5:05pm 13 HOME AWAY JULY SAT ther details will be announced in the coming months. The popular Field of Dreams Baseball Clinic will return in 2024, with a pair of three-day clinics running from June 24-26 (Monday-Wednesday) and July 10-12 (Wednesday-Friday). Each clinic session includes a scheduled Navs home game to which participants will be invited. Individual-game and season tickets will go on sale on Thursday, Feb. 15. Registration for the Field of Dreams Baseball Clinic will also begin on that date. On the fi eld, the Navs remain in the Coastal Division alongside the defending NECBL champion Newport Gulls, as well as the Martha’s Vineyard Sharks, Mystic (Conn.) Schooners and Ocean State Waves (South Kingstown, R.I.) for the third consecutive year. The North Division features the Keene (N.H.) Swamp Bats, Sanford Mainers, Upper Valley Nighthawks (White River Junction, Vt.) and Vermont Mountaineers (Montpelier). The North Adams (Mass.) SteepleCats, Bristol (Conn.) Blues, Danbury (Conn.) Westerners and Valley Blue Sox (Holyoke, Mass.) make up the West Division. Following the conclusion of the regular season on Tuesday, July 30, the 2024 NECBL Postseason opening round will begin on Thursday, Aug. 1, with the top four seeds (including all three division winners) facing seeds 5-8 in the opening of a best-of-three series. The Final Four will begin on Sunday, Aug. 4 in the same best-ofthree format. 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