Advocate News Online: www.advocatenews.net Vol. 32, No.5 -FREEwww.advocatenews.net Free Every Friday Council Subcommittee battles over new High School site By Barbara Taormina W hen discussing the new high school, city councillors rarely fail to mention how much they and the entire city want and need a new school. Now, they often follow up with how much they don’t want a Prop 2 1/2 override, trash fees or increased fi nes and permit fees to pay for it. This week, the City Council’s Ways & Means subcommittee took another trip through the plans and fi nancial estimates for the project with Senior Project Manager Brian Dakin and Revere’s Chief Financial Offi cer Richard Viscay. There were plenty of numbers, but no clear answers on how much the school will cost and how the city will pay for it. With Dakin, several city councillors returned to the contentious tion that the council wasn’t provided with a full picture with all the fi nancial facts before being asked to approve an eminent domain taking of the site. Zambuto also said the former dog track site was complicated by wetlands, and that the city was making an egregious error by taking the property off the city tax rolls. The $29 million cost for the ANTHONY ZAMBUTO Councillor-at-Large riff of the selection and eminent domain taking of Wonderland as the site for the new school. Councillor-at-Large Anthony Zambuto once again expressed his frustraLady Pats Basketball Battle Mustangs site, which councillors fear could jump as high as $60 or $70 million, added to the estimated $480 million for the building is a troubling prospect for the city. “I can’t see how we can pay for the things on the table without a debt exclusion or an override,” said Zambuto. “I’m afraid for the city, I’m afraid for the taxpayers.” Councillor-at-Large Gerry VisSCHOOL | SEE Page 15 781-286-8500 Friday, February 3, 2023 Vision for Beachmont arts center begins to take shape By Barbara Taormina T o encourage and support Revere’s artistic side, the Public Arts Commission believes the city needs space where artists can produce and present work. The Commission met this week with staff from the Metropolitan Area Planning Council (MAPC) to discuss ways to meet that need with the Beachmont Fire Station, which is on the way to becoming a public arts center for the city. Commission members, who were working on a concept plan for the center, feel there is a need for both studio and rehearsal space as well as performance and gallery space, both of which can be created in the empty fi re station. The preservation of a historic city building for a new use is an added benefi t of the project. The MAPC has awarded the city a $40,000 technical assistance grant to help launch the project. For the MAPC, the fi rst step is surveying the city to understand what types of uses of the building are priorities for the Revere arts community, and what do residents hope to see. Commission member Brian Hawkins said it is important to focus on community-based art. “We’re about more than just putting murals on walls,” said Hawkins. “We want to develop our community.” The fi re station, which has been empty for about 17 years and has been most recently used by ARTISTIC | SEE Page 13 Mayor promotes Claudia Correa, current Director of Human Resources, to new Chief of Talent and Culture Special to Th e Advocate R ecently Mayor Brian Arrigo announced that ClauUP AND IN: Lady Patriot Belma Velic goes up for a basket against Medford defenders Medford Tuesday night. See page 12 for photo highlights. (Advocate photo Emily Harney) dia Correa, the City of Revere’s Director of Human Resources, has been promoted to the new Chief of Talent and Culture for the City. Claudia has been the City of Revere’s Human Resources Director since January of 2022. As the HR Director, Claudia proactively created equitable, diverse and accessible systems to better support municipal employees. With her leadership in the Human Resources Team, the department implemented new ways to better respond to new and current employees’ needs. Not only did she create innovative ways to retain employees, but Claudia also revamped and updated job descriptions and expanded to new platforms to attract a broader and more diverse pool of candidates. With the rollout of the City’s fi rst Employee Survey, Claudia was able to identify many of the employees’ needs and her ability to work cross-departmentally to serve our employees. 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Interested STEM employers, please sign up here: https://form. jotform.com/223136513606146 For more information contact: Kate Armstrong, STEM Programs Manager, at KArmstrong@masshiremetronorth.org Revere resident named to International Honor Society MANCHESTER, N.H. – Revere resident Gina Buccieri is among select students from Saint Anselm College in Manchester, N.H., who have been inducted into the Epsilon Tau-at-Large Chapter of Sigma Theta Tau, the International Honor Society of Nursing. This fall Sigma Theta Tau inducted Buccieri among 30 students for the 2022-2023 academic year. Buccieri is expected to graduate in May 2023 with a Bachelor of Science in Nursing. To be considered for induction into Sigma Theta Tau, students must have completed at least half of the nursing curriculum in baccalaureate programs at accredited institutions of higher education, rank in the upper 35 percent of their graduating class and have a minimum 3.0 grade point average on a 4.0 scale. In 1922 six nurses founded Sigma Theta Tau International Honor Society of Nursing, today known as Sigma, at the Indiana University Training School for Nurses, now home of the Indiana University School of Nursing. The society’s name derives from the Greek words for love, courage and honor. Currently, Sigma has more than 135,000 active members who live in more than 100 countries. About Saint Anselm College: Founded in 1889, Saint Anselm College is a nationally ranked four-year liberal arts college providing a 21st -century education in the Catholic, Benedictine tradition. Located in southern New Hampshire, Saint Anselm is well known for its strong liberal arts curriculum, the New Hampshire Institute of Politics, commitment to inclusiveness, a highly successful nursing program and a legacy of community service. ~ GUEST COMMENTARY ~ Saying Goodbye to Tommy Birmingham By Sal Giarratani ed someone just like him. When he announced for the I was saddened hearing of the passing of former Senate President Tom Birmingham who served the people of his senate district quite well. Always a vote and voice of his entire senate district which back in the 90s included Charlestown and Revere. I remember in 1990 when this unknown politician with both a Charlestown and Chelsea family pedigree was elected to represent a district that really needState Senate, he did it as a Chelsea guy who no matter how far he had traveled over his lifetime never forgot where he came from and straddled both those worlds quite well. As a political activist with strong Townie roots, I loved my Charlestown politics. I had moved out of Charlestown prior to Birmingham becoming its senator up on Beacon Hill but hit it off well with the new senator from across the bridge in Chelsea. Both his parents came from Charlestown as did my mother’s side of the family. I remember when he ran for governor in 2002 and I supported him. We were kindred spirits politically. I remember chatting with him back in the 90s right after he became Senate President and we spoke of my published commentaries and he told me I was more than just a writer who represented my working-class roots growing up, and that I had myself straddled over to a wider audience too while still maintaining my local roots. He may have graduated from Harvard University, Harvard Law School and ended up being a Rhodes Scholar at Oxford University but he was always more connected to his working-class Townie/Chelsea roots. The last time I spoke with him was over at the Knights of Columbus at a political function put on by today’s Charlestown state Senator Sal DiDomenico. It was good to see Tommy again. He was now wheelchair-bound but still had that glowing smile of his. We only spoke for a few minutes that evening but they were a good few minutes. His funeral Mass was held at St. Francis de Sales Church up on Bunker Hill Street. 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THE REVERE ADVOCATE – FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 3, 2023 Page 3 B-r-r-r-r-r!! Coldest weather in half a decade moves into the region today, with below-zero temperatures & potential -30 wind chill Area residents warned to take precautions – dress warmly, stay inside whenever possible By Steve Freker ll talk of the supposedly mild winter of 2022-23 will disappear this weekend as some of the coldest weather in half a decade rush in with an arctic wave. The extreme cold will affect the entire state of Massachusetts, according to the National Weather Service, including Eastern Massachusetts and The Advocate readership area of Everett, Malden, Saugus and Revere. A entine’s Day weekend in 2016, when temperatures dropped to -9 degrees. The extreme temperatures will settle in in the early morning hours on Saturday and rise slightly above zero and only as high as about 10-15 degrees throughout the day. According to the National Weather Service, a “brutal windchill” will accompany the dangerously cold air mass, which could dip as low as 25-30 degrees below zero in our greater Boston and North Shore areas of Massachusetts – even lower to -40 below zero in other parts of the state. One of the most dangerous aspects of the extreme cold air mass, forecasters say, are the expected wind gusts up to 35 to 45 miles per hour, making it feel even colder. The windchill – a measure of what it will feel like due to the combination of temperatures and wind – is expected to be close to 30 below zero Friday night into Saturday morning. The National Weather Service KEEP YOUR PETS INSIDE: If you’re cold... so are your pets! Please keep them inside during extreme cold. Forecasters say the megaextreme cold air mass – which combined with wind gusts could produce a near-record, -30 below zero wind chill factor – arrives late tonight and early Saturday morning, and temperatures could drop as low as 5 to 10 degrees below zero by midnight. It is potentially record-setting, as the existing record for February 4 in Boston is -4 degrees below zero. A -5 degrees reading would establish a new record cold. It would be the coldest air in the city since ValW ith extreme cold moving into the area today, with record cold temperatures and dangerous wind chills, the National Weather Service off ers the following tips on maintaining Extreme Cold Safety. General Information —Minimize travel. —Stay indoors during the worst part of the extreme cold. —Keep a winter survival kit in your vehicle if you must travel. —Check gas tank supply, tire pressure, antifreeze levels, heater/defroster, etc. early Wednesday morning issued a windchill watch for all of Massachusetts from late Thursday to Saturday afternoon. The peak of the windchill is expected through early Friday evening, forecasters said, before it drops off slightly overnight into Saturday. City and town offi cials in all of our Advocate communities are urging all residents to be extremely cautious in conjunction with this weather, including how to dress in extreme cold and to stay inside as much as possible. The same advice is for humans and pets when venturing outdoors in extreme cold. (See separate story on extreme cold tips.) Temperatures are expected to return to the slightly above nor—Learn how to shut off water valves for potential pipe bursts. —Check on the elderly. —Bring pets inside. How Should I Dress? —Wear layers of loose-fitting, lightweight, warm clothing and a hat. —Mittens, snug at the wrist, are better than gloves. —Cover your mouth to protect your lungs from extreme cold. —Try to stay dry and out of the wind. DRESS WARMLY: The National Weather Service off ers pertinent, common sense advice for dealing with extreme cold. (Courtesy Photo) mal temperatures we have been experiencing thus far this winter by Monday, with the thermometer in the low-to-mid 40s, even back to low 50s by Tuesday. There is no substantial snow forecast in the near future, as the snowfall total of just 7 inches so far this winter remains well below normal. EXTREME COLD STARTS TODAY: A dangerously cold air mass is moving into Massachusetts by early evening today. (Courtesy Photo) Lawrence A. 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Page 4 THE REVERE ADVOCATE – FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 3, 2023 Board of Health suspends retail tobacco licenses, administers fines for violations By Barbara Taormina he Revere Board of Health recently focused its attention on the sale of cigarettes to minors under the age of 21. At a meeting earlier this month, board members heard a report from Bonny Carroll, director of the Six-City Tobacco Initiative, which uses undercover, underaged customers to determine if retailers are following state laws that regulate tobacco sales. During December, fi ve local businesses were found in violation of those laws. Carroll said they were issued cease and desist orders, fi ned $1,000 and had T their tobacco sales license suspended for three days. The owners of several of the businesses were at the meeting to appeal the fi nes and suspensions. Attorney Cosmo Karololos, who represented Gio Liquors, explained the facts surrounding the violation. Karalolos said his client had been in business on Broadway for four years with no prior violations. The employee who failed to check an ID and made the sale was relatively new and has since been fi red. Karalolos also presented Gio Liquors’ plans for compliance, which include employee training, an employee manual and software that can scan and check IDs. Karalolos asked that the $1,000 fi ne be remitted. Dr. Drew Bunker, chairman of the board, said Gio’s response was what health offi cials hope to see in the wake of a violation. You’ve done everything you could do, he told the owner of Gio’s. However, he said the board would have to move forward with the fi ne and suspension. “I don’t feel good about it, but unfortunately, we have to follow the law,” he said, adding that the city could fi nd itself in legal trouble if they didn’t. According to Carroll, the new state law requires that anyone buying cigarettes or tobacco products must present an ID, no matter their age. Speedway, Beachmont Liquors, State Road Liquors and Olympia Market were also found in violation of state tobacco laws. She distributed signs and information for retailers about how to check IDs. Bunker said the board understood that mistakes happen but the violations were something the board takes very seriously. “The law is the law, and we have to abide by the Commonwealth of Massachusetts and what the City of Revere has adopted,” said Michael Wells, the city’s director of inspectional services. “It’s steep and I think why they made the fi nes so steep is so people learn from their fi rst violation.” A second violation carries a $2,000 fi ne and a seven-day suspension. A third violation means a loss of a tobacco sales license. Members voted unanimously to uphold the fi nes and suspensions. RevereTV Spotlight T 4.25 %APY* Special 9 Month CD Watch your savings soar! Ask about our in-home or IMPRESSIVE INTEREST AND A SHORT TERM JUST MAKES SENSE. 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Victoria made a Cape Verdean dish inspired by her best friend. The meal was a dinner dish with shrimp, rice, mixed vegetables and beans. This will be Victoria’s third episode of her own program but her fi fth time at RevereTV. She began leading the audience through recipes on “Cooking Made Simple,” which is a program produced by RTV that features volunteer guests from the community. If you are interested in sharing your personal recipes on television and live in Revere, check out some episodes of “Cooking Made Simple” to see if you’d want to give it a try yourself. All cooking programs produced by RTV are posted to YouTube in playlists accordingly. This week’s “Game of the Week” was the RHS boys’ basketball team versus Medford on Tuesday. Every game covered by RTV plays live on Facebook, YouTube and television. Games then replay in the following weeks. You can still watch basketball games, including the girls’ team, on the Community Channel. The RHS girls’ basketball team vs. Everett and Lynn Classical, and the RHS boys’ basketball team vs. Medford are now in the channel rotation. The RTV Community Channel is 8/1072 for Comcast subscribers and 3/614 on RCN. February’s City of Revere meetings began Wednesday with the Conservation Commission and then yesterday with the Human Rights Commission. There is the option for a Spanish translation of Human Rights Commission Meetings and City Council Meetings on YouTube. City government meetings play on RTV GOV in a few diff erent daily rotations, usually scheduled in order by date. You can still view the latest Traffi c Commission, Revere City Council, Board of Health and the meetings from this week on RTV GOV. All City of Revere meetings are posted on RevereTV’s YouTube page to be viewed at your convenience. As a reminder, RTV GOV is channel 9 on Comcast and 13/613 for RCN subscribers. Need a hall for your special event? 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THE REVERE ADVOCATE – FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 3, 2023 Page 5 THE STAGE AT SUFFOLK DOWNS ANNOUNCES FIRST EVENTS AT NEW VENUE: Re:SET, AN ALL-NEW ARTIST-CURATED OUTDOOR CONCERT SERIES, INCLUDING HEADLINERS STEVE LACY, LCD SOUNDSYSTEM AND boygenius JUNE 16, 17, 18, 2023 Presale Registration Starts Tuesday, January 31, 2023 at 11AM; Single Day Ticket Prices Starting at $99.50 Boston, MA (January 31, 2023) – The Bowery Presents’ new seasonal outdoor general admission concert venue, The Stage at Suffolk Downs, announces the fi rst events at their new venue. Re:SET, a fresh take on the multi-artist outdoor concert, is coming to The Stage at Suff olk Downs on June 16, 17 and 18 2023, featuring headliners Steve Lacy, LCD Soundsystem and boygenius. The Stage at Suff olk Downs is located at the legendary East Boston racetrack at 525 William F McClellan Highway and is able to host up to 8,500 concert goers. Visit www.ReSetConcertSeries.com for more information. The innovative concert series by The Bowery Presents creates a unique, localized experience for fans, with each headliner curating the lineup for their respective day. Steve Lacy will keep a focus on genre-bending artists with James Blake, Toro y Moi, and Fousheé. Traveling with LCD Soundsystem are electronic artist and one-third of The xx, Jamie xx, explosive UK rock band IDLES, and experimental multi-instrumentalist L’Rain, and more. boygenius will be bringing along indie standouts Clairo, Dijon, and Bartees Strange. Re:SET was conceived as an artist and fan friendly alternative to the standard summer concert experience. Taking place over four weekends in the month of June, each weekend will see three cities in the same region hosting, with each Re:SET headliner playing each city on consecutive days (see below for detailed information). The concept provides artists a respite from the cookie-cutter summer itinerary of sheds and amphitheaters, while fans get a leisurely day that features full sets from every artist, on one stage with no confl icts. The weekend will also feature food and drinks from local restaurants, bars, and breweries that refl ect the character and community of Boston. Visit www.ReSetConcertSeries.com for more information. Presale Registration Begins: Tuesday 1/31 @ 11am ET Artist Presale: Tues. 2/7 @ 10am – Thurs. 2/9 @ 10pm ET Local Presale: Thurs. 2/9 @ 10am-10pm ET Public Onsale: Fri. 2/10 @ 10am ET The Stage at Suff olk Downs is not the track’s fi rst foray into live music: The Beatles were the fi rst band to perform there, playing to 25,000 screaming fans in 1966. Since then, legendary artists such as The Jackson 5, Radiohead and Bjork have also performed. With The Stage at Suffolk Downs, The Bowery Presents and The HYM Investment Group, LLC, the developer behind the redevelopment, plan to honor the site’s musical legacy, while reinvigorating the space to bring an open-air summer concert experience to all. The opening of The Stage at Suffolk Downs expands The Bowery Presents’ owned and operated venues to three within the Boston area, joining the 3,500 capacity Roadrunner (which opened in Brighton in March 2022) and 525 capacity The Sinclair in Cambridge, alongside the Royale (exclusively booked by The Bowery Presents with 1,200 capacity), and the company’s hundreds of annual concert bookings in theaters and arenas in the region. The Bowery Presents is the leading concert promotion and venue management company in the Northeast with venues in Boston, New York, Philadelphia, and Maine. Re:SET is partnering with digital marketing platform Propeller on a philanthropic initiative taking place on each site. Propeller will work with local charities, as well as a national sustainability partner, on a fl yaway promotion to send a lucky fan to any Re:SET date, travel and hotel included. Comprised of singular generational talents Julien Baker, Phoebe Bridgers and Lucy Dacus, boygenius surprised the music world with the acclaimed self-titled EP boygenius in 2018. The group recently announced a full-length LP entitled The Record out March 31st, alongside the release of three singles “$20,” “Emily I’m Sorry,” and “True Blue.” A defi ning force in New York’s musical soundtrack since the early ‘00s, LCD Soundsystem recently released its fi rst new song in five years. Written for Noah Baumbach’s feature film White Noise, “new body rhumba” is the band’s fi rst new original music since 2017’s Grammy-winning AMERICAN DREAM. Consistently hailed as one of the best live acts on the planet, LCD Soundsystem’s headlining Re:SET run follows a 2022 that included its 20th anniversary shows in London, residencies in San Francisco, Boston, and Philadelphia, and a sold out series of 20 shows at New York’s Brooklyn Steel. Previously a producer for artists like Solange, Kali Uchis, and Mac Miller, Steve Lacy comes off a breakout 2022 with his solo alternative-R&B album Gemini Rights, reaching #1 on both the Billboard Top AlGerry 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 OUR OFFICE HAS MOVED TO 519 BROADWAY, EVERETT SABATINO INSURANCE AGENCY 519 BROADWAY EVERETT, MA 02149 PHONE: (617) 387-7466 FAX: (617) 381-9186 Visit us online at: Rocco Longo, Owner WWW.SABATINO-INS.COM ternative Albums and Top Rock Albums charts. His single “Bad Habit” entered the Billboard Hot 100 and became his first number one single. Most recently, Steve Lacy celebrates being nominated for four GRAMMYs – Record of the Year, Song of the Year, Best Pop Solo Performance, and Best Progressive R&B Album. The Stage at Suff olk Downs, Boston, MA Steve Lacy, June 16, 2023 LCD Soundsystem, June 17, 2023 boygenius, June 18, 2023
Page 6 THE REVERE ADVOCATE – FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 3, 2023 Coyotes are here to stay; residents attend informative presentation By Tara Vocino CRAFT FAIR and FLEA MARKET Indoor Craft Fair and Flea Market Knights of Columbus Council 1829 57 Appleton Street, Saugus MA, 01906 Saturday, February 18, 2023 9AM - 3PM Snow date, February 25 Vendors / Table $25 Refreshments * Cash Bar * Raffles To reserve a table or more info please call Paul Giannetta 978-239-1392 For Advertising with Results, call he Adv cate Ne spapers call The Advocate Newspapers at 781-286-8500 or Info@advocatenews.net Malden Animal Control Offi cer Kevin Alkins said relocation of wildlife is illegal unless its done by MassWildlife. Describing the coyotes’ natural territory, such as in rural areas, food is displaced so coyotes have a larger home range,” Bird said. “In urban areas, their food range is approximately fi ve miles.” Coyotes howl to communicate with each other and to attract a mate during breeding season. Their populations are dynamic and ever-changing based on food resources. Bird provided a Question-andAnswer session with the audi425r Broadway, Saugus Located adjacent to Kohls Plaza Route 1 South in Saugus at the intersection of Walnut St. We are on MBTA Bus Route 429 781-231-1111 We are a Skating Rink with Bowling Alleys, Arcade and two TV’s where the ball games are always on! PUBLIC SKATING SCHEDULE 12-8 p.m. Sunday Monday Tuesday $9.00 Price includes Roller Skates Rollerblades/inline skates $3.00 additional cost Private Parties 7:30-11 p.m. $10.00 Price includes Roller Skates Adult Night 18+ Only Wednesday Thursday Friday Everyone must pay admission after 6 p.m. Private Parties Private Parties 4-11 p.m. Saturday 12-11 p.m. $9.00 $9.00 Everyone must pay admission after 6 p.m. Sorry No Checks - ATM on site Roller skate rentals included in all prices Inline Skate Rentals $3.00 additional BIRTHDAY & PRIVATE PARTIES AVAILABLE www.roller-world.com The event was well-attended with over 100 people in the Forestdale School auditorium. Pictured from left to right: Malden Police Chief Glenn Cronin, Malden Mayor Gary Christenson, Black Bear & Furbearer Project Leader David Wattles, Northeast District Wildlife Biologist Chalis Bird, City Council President Barbara Murphy and Animal Control Offi cer Kevin Alkins. Wildlife Biologist Chalis Bird displayed a coyote’s skull and coat. COYOTES | SEE Page 7 Cemetery Supt. Chris Rosa said the coyotes generally don’t bother anyone. (Advocate photos by Tara Vocino) Wildlife Biologist Chalis Bird said coyotes have extreme intelligence and are able to survive anywhere. B iologists from the Mass. Division of Fisheries and Wildlife presented a discussion on coyotes last Thursday night at Forestdale School. Northeast District Wildlife Biologist Chalis Bird and Black Bear & Furbearer Project Leader David Wattles, from the Mass. Division of Fisheries and Wildlife, presented their case for humans and coyotes to coexist.
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Page 8 THE REVERE ADVOCATE – FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 3, 2023 Patriot boys fall short in another overtime contest, 71-69 By Greg Phipps T hough the Revere High School boys' basketball team has fallen on hard times of late, losing fi ve straight games as of early this week, the Patriots continue to play hard and compete. They lost a heartbreaking overtime game at Lynn Classical early last week when they let a 14-point lead slip away, and suff ered another tough OT setback to the Medford Mustangs on Tuesday. Against Medford, Revere head coach David PatriotPatriot girls girls drop drop Leary called his team's eventual 71-69 extra-session defeat a "fantastic high school game." Senior Domenic Boudreau was back in the lineup and came through with a strong performance. He fi nished with a double-double of 21 points and 13 rebounds. Vinny Vu was also a factor with 16 points to go along with fi ve assists. Vincent Nichols was the other Patriot in double fi gures with 13 points. The Patriots dropped to 5-9 overall on the season after Tuesday's loss, and resumed action on Thursday when they hosted Chelsea in their Senior Night contest. Revere then travels to face off against Malden next Tuesday. Like every other team in the Greater Boston League this season, Revere had the misfortune of having to play at the juggernaut Lynn English Bulldogs last Thursday. The Bulldogs were undefeated at 15-0 as of this week and were winning by an average margin of around 40 points a game. Given their shortage of manpower coming Revere's Vincent Nichols netted 13 points in Tuesday's overtime loss to Medford. (Advocate photo by Greg Phipps) into the English game, the Patriots acquitted themselves as well as could be expected. The Bulldogs ended up with an 80-36 victory. For Revere, Vu canned three shots from three-point land to fi nish with nine points and sophomore Sami Mhgizou netted eight. Luke Ellis added fi ve points and four boards. close close one to one to Medford Medford Revere center Belma Velic hit double fi gures in scoring on Tuesday against Medford. By Greg Phipps T he Revere High School girls' basketball team hasn't been able to dent the win column since earning a 15-point win over Somerville back on Jan. 19. Since then, the Patriots have dropped four straight to fall to 5-11 overall on the season. The most recent defeat was a tightly contested 36-32 contest against Medford Tuesday at home. Center Belma Velic had a solid outing by scoring 15 points and grabbing six rebounds. Teammate Shayna Smith netted four points and came up big on the boards with 10 rebounds. Head coach Chris Porrazzo called it a "frustrating" game for his Patriots, who traveled for a game at Chelsea on Thursday and host Malden next Tuesday (scheduled 6 p.m. tap).
THE REVERE ADVOCATE – FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 3, 2023 Page 9 Attorneys at Law Girls Sports Programs Expanding as Interest Grows at Northeast Metro Tech year, and another 81 girls taking part in coed sports such as Cross Country, Indoor Track, and Swimming and Diving. Expanding interest in girls’ sports also led the school to add freshman teams for volleyball, basketball and softball, in addition to the existing varsity and junior varsity teams for those sports. "We want to add as many proSisters Celeste Scoppettuolo and Gianna Scoppettuolo, of Revere, are among team leaders with fi ve goals and nine assists and three goals and six assists respectively for the Wakefi eld and Northeast Metro Tech cooperative girls’ hockey team. (Courtesy Northeast Metro Tech) WAKEFIELD — Superintendent David DiBarri is pleased to share that growing interest among students has led to an expansion of girls’ sports programs at Northeast Metro Tech, and that there are also two girls wrestling this year. This year Northeast Metro Tech added a girls’ ice hockey program in collaboration with Wakefield Public Schools, offering Northeast Metro Tech girls a chance to play ice hockey with students from Wakefi eld. So far six girls have signed up to play hockey on the cooperative team, with several racking up points as the team has a 6 and 8 record. Sisters Celeste Scoppettuolo and Gianna Scoppettuolo, of Revere, are among team leaders with fi ve goals and nine assists and three goals and six assists respectively. The cooperative ice hockey program enables Northeast girls to play against other girls, whereas they previously played with the boys’ ice hockey team. Meanwhile, two girls are wrestling against boys with the Northeast Metro Tech varsity wrestling team, and both are performing well so far this year. Northeast wrestlers Shelby Galex, of Woburn, and Francesca Casolli, of Revere, have both contributed to the Northeast Varsity Wrestling team this year, with Casolli starting in the 120-pound spot. "Shelby is an outstanding leader in our program and she has a great work ethic," said wrestling coach Bruce Rich. "She competes on the coed team and has won several matches, and she also fi nished second at the Senator All-Girl Wrestling Tournament on Jan. 16 as she faced 20 very competitive girls in her weight class." "I would like to congratulate Francescia on her many accomplishments. She's one of the few female wrestlers to be part of what was once an all-male varsity team, and she is also on the National Honor Society, and an impeccable student all around," said Northeast Metro Tech School Committee Member Anthony L. Caggiano of Revere. "Francescia is kind and full of determination. Francescia's parents attend all of her academic and sporting events. They should be proud of the exceptional daughter they've raised. This is what Northeast Metro Tech is all about — the success and persistence of students and growing our programs to their fullest potential." Additionally, three years ago the school also added a girls Field Hockey program, which began as a club sport but which has already grown to become a full varsity team with 20 players this year. Existing girls’ sports programs have grown as well, with 265 girls taking part in programs this grams as we can, because we try to be a no cut school," said Athletic Director Donald Heres. "More and more students are coming from the communities and they're looking forward to playing sports, so we try to do whatever we can to provide programs so we don't have to cut anybody or deny anyone an opportunity to compete." Athletic Director Heres said the school uses surveys of students to determine interest in new sporting programs, which is how the cooperative ice hockey program came to be created this year. Such surveys are conducted on an ongoing basis, as the school seeks to identify areas where student interest justifi es adding a club or varsity team. "Sports offer our students opportunities to learn about teamwork, competition, setting goals and achieving goals with hard work and dedication, all while students are able to improve their physical health," said Superintendent DiBarri. "I'm pleased to see interest in our sporting programs increase among girls, and I look forward to adding even more programs to provide an avenue for those who are interested in competing." $$ CASH FOR YOUR CAR, TRUCK OR SUV! $$ DRIVE IT - PUSH IT - TOW IT! Cold Hard Cash for Your Vehicle! Get your vehicle Winter Ready! 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Page 10 THE REVERE ADVOCATE – FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 3, 2023 Medford Mustangs Corral Patriots at Home in Overtime, 71-69 Ethan Day looks to make a play late in the game. Capt. Vinny Vu fi ghts on the ground for a rebound. Capt. Sal DeAngelis was double teamed at the basket. Despite lots of great plays from the Patriots and a tough defense, the Mustangs won by two points overtime. Capt. Vincent Nichols goes in for two more Patriot points on the board. Capt. Sal DeAngelis drives to the basket. On Tuesday, the RHS Cheerleaders had a visit from the future. The local future RHS Cheerleaders visited their big sisters and brothers in cheerleading and got to cheer on the Patriots Varsity Basketball team against Medford and had a ball doing it.
THE REVERE ADVOCATE – FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 3, 2023 Page 11 Capt. Alejandro Hincapie set lots of off ensive plays for the Patriots last Tuesday evening. Capt. Domenic Boudreau leaps high in the air to beat the doubled team eff orts and gets two. he Medford High School Mustangs visited RHS the home of the Patriots last Tuesday evening in a GBL match-up. The Patriots got off to a great start, taking an early T Capt. Vincent Nichols had a great game for the Patriots. lead, as much as 10 points, and leading at the end of the half, 35-28. The Mustangs took control of the third period and took the lead, from that point the RHS Patriots battled back and forth for the lead, at the end of 3 the Pats were down 42-45, battling on, they tied at the end of the 4th. Going into overtime the Mustangs came out the winner, edging the Patriots, 71-69. Postseason remains in reach for the Everett boys’ co-op hockey team Crimson Tide gets ready to host league rival Medford Saturday afternoon By Joe McConnell T Head Coach of the RHS Patriots David Leary watches from the side lines as the lead was quickly changing hands as the game progressed. PROMOTES | FROM Page 1 and programs utilizing employees’ and residents’ feedback as the main instrument. Claudia will continue to be responsible for creating and implementing strategies that will support current employees and attract new talent to the City’s workforce. In addition, Claudia will work with City Departments and the employees to make sure there are practices in place to help expand on accessibility, so residents have equitable access to City Services. Some of those practices are increasing communication with residents in multiple languages, making it easier for residents with disabilities and other barriers to navigate City Services and departments and liaising with community partners and organizations to better connect the City with its residents. Prior to joining the City of Revere, Claudia worked for the City of Boston and the Commonwealth, where she held roles that allowed her to interact with residents, stakeholders, diverse organizations, and municipal and Commonwealth departments. Her experience gave her the opportunity to learn the ins and outs of City and Commonwealth operations, and the many ways they can be made more accessible to residents. Claudia will be the fi rst Latina to serve on the City’s Cabinet. She and her family are Revere residents and she’s a proud mother of two. he Everett High School boys’ hockey co-op team (3-4 in the Greater Boston League, 5-6 overall) remains on track to qualify for the state tournament with nine games still left on the regular season schedule. “We have a lot of games left, and we are starting to gel at the right time,” said coach Craig Richards. “We’re staying in the hunt, because we don’t give up a lot of shots on goal. We’re getting good defensive coverage in front of our goalies.” The Crimson Tide icemen defeated St. Joseph’s Prep in a nonleague game at the Warrior Ice Arena in Brighton last Saturday, 8-1. The game was called in the middle of the second period, because a St. Joe’s player had to be wheeled off the ice and taken to the hospital via ambulance after falling to the ice. It turned out to be nothing serious, nothing broken, according to Richards, who talked to The Phoenix coach Rob Dwyer the next day. Michael Brandano of Everett helped pace the off ensive atLike us on Facebook advocate newspaper Facebook.com/Advocate.news.ma tack for the Tide in this game with two goals. The Everett co-op then lost to host Taunton Monday night, 6-2. The Tigers jumped out to a 3-0 lead after one period, but the visitors trimmed the defi cit to one after two, 3-2, before the home team lit the lamp three more times in the third to seal the deal. Everett senior David Saia notched the fi rst goal against Taunton from Brandano. Revere senior Austin Annunziata then accounted for the other goal assisted by his classmate Chris Cecca and junior Matt LaCroix, also from Revere. Junior goalie Ben Rosa played all but the fi nal three minutes of the game, and ended up making 15 saves. Aaron Al-Marayati, also a junior, manned the net for the remainder of the game. After taking on non-league host Lowell on Feb. 1 after press deadline, the Tide has since returned home to face GBL rival Medford Saturday at the Allied Veterans Memorial Rink, starting at 2 p.m. ~ For Rent ~ Revere Beach Parkway Location. 2500 Sq. Ft. Building, Overhead Door, and Parking.
Page 12 THE REVERE ADVOCATE – FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 3, 2023 Lady Pats Basketball Fall to Medford, 39-32 Patriots Head Coach Chris Porrazzo huddles-up before the start of the second half in Medford. (Advocate photos Emily Harney) Lady Patriot Shayna Smith makes a shot during action against Medford Tuesday night. Bella Stamatopolous of Revere drives the ball down court. Lady Patriot Bella Stamatopolous makes a pass to her right as players from Medford move in. Revere’s Belma Velic gets ready to go up for a basket as a Lady Mustang attempts to block the shot. Revere’s Belma Velic goes up for a basket. Lea Doucette and her teammates cheer on their fellow basketball players after scoring against Medford Tuesday night. Shayna Smith tosses the ball back into the game to resume play against Medford Tuesday night. Revere’s Rocio Gonzalez works to drive the ball past a Medford opponent. Lady Patriot Belma Velic tries to regain procession of the ball after a missed shot. RHS Asst. Coach Michael Micciche goes over some ball carrying techniques with Shayna Smith.
THE REVERE ADVOCATE – FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 3, 2023 Page 13 NAVIGATORS UNVEIL SCHEDULE FOR 2023 ALL-STAR SUMMER AT FRASER FIELD THE DERMODY SJC CASE O n January 27, 2023 the Massachusetts Supreme Judicial Court handed down a decision in favor of MassHealth with respect to Medicaid annuities required beneficiary designations. This was a longawaited decision by members of the Massachusetts Chapter of the National Academy of Elder Law attorneys. Several members of the Massachusetts Chapter presented an amicus curiae brief in favor of the plaintiff in the lawsuit, Laurie A. Dermody. The case was originally heard in the Superior Court in 2017 and the SJC granted an application for direct appellate review. Robert G. Hamel purchased a Medicaid annuity issued by Nationwide Life in order to seek approval for his wife Joan Hamel’s MassHealth application. He named the Commonwealth of Massachusetts the remainder benefi ciary to the “extent of benefi ts paid”, and his daughter Laurie A. Dermody as the contingent benefi ciary. Upon Robert’s death, prior to having received all of the monthly payments under the annuity policy, Laurie brought suit against MassHealth and Nationwide contending that she, rather than the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, was entitled to the remainder of the annuity payments. A Medicaid annuity is a lastminute strategy to take excess assets off of the table by purchasing it with those excess assets thereby creating a non-countable income stream for the spouse who is at home, thereby qualifying the spouse in the nursing home for MassHealth benefi ts. Congress intended on providing the at home spouse with enough income to pay for monthly living expenses and not to be impoverished. The SJC reasoned that Congress’ intent when it passed the Defi cit Reduction Act (DRA) was to name the Commonwealth of Massachusetts the remainder benefi ciary on any Medicaid annuity, regardless of whether or not the annuity was purchased by the institutionalized spouse or the community spouse. If the community spouse outlives the term of the annuity (e.g. fi ve years of monthly payments), then he or she will have enjoyed the benefi t of those monthly payments over that fi ve year period. Upon the community spouse’s death in that situation, there are no remaining payments left and no balance remaining that could be paid to the State. However, if the community spouse dies in year two or three, for example, the remaining balance of the annuity must be paid to the Commonwealth of Massachusetts to repay it for any MassHealth benefi ts paid for the institutional spouse while in the nursing home. Any remaining balance after that can then be paid to the children. Elder law attorneys have been unsure as to whether or not the annuity benefi ciary designation could state “Commonwealth of Massachusetts, to the extent of benefi ts paid on behalf of the community spouse”. The hope was that so long as the community spouse never went into a nursing home and qualifi ed for MassHealth benefits, upon his or her death, the insurance company would make payment of the remaining balance to the children. This SJC case makes it clear that will not be the case. The community spouse will simply have to live for the entire term of the annuity policy in order to protect all of that money. Otherwise, the state must be paid off in full fi rst before the children can receive anything. The SJC stated that the DRA requires the State to be named the primary remainder benefi ciary on the death of the community spouse. The SJC did hold that the Medicaid annuity met all other requirements of the statute and was an eff ective strategy in order to achieve MassHealth approval for Joan Hamel. As a further note, the look-back period was extended from 3 years to 5 years under the Defi cit Reduction Act of 2005. Joseph D. Cataldo is an Estate Planning/Elder Law Attorney, Certifi ed Public Accountant, Certifi ed Financial Planner, AICPA Personal Financial Specialist and holds a Master’s Degree in Taxation. LYNN, Mass. -- The North Shore Navigators have revealed their schedule for the 2023 New England Collegiate Baseball League (NECBL) season, featuring 22 home games and the 2023 NECBL All-Star Game, presented by Metro Credit Union, at historic Fraser Field. Monday’s announcement was made by NECBL Commissioner Sean McGrath and Navs General Manager Maggie Barden. North Shore’s home opener at Fraser Field is scheduled for Friday, June 9 against the Keene SwampBats. The 44-game summer slate will kick off two nights earlier with a Wednesday, June 7 trip to play the defending NECBL champion Martha’s Vineyard Sharks in Oak Bluff s. The 16th season of summer collegiate baseball for the Navigators will include a total of 22 home dates, including four regular-season home games on Friday nights, three on Saturdays and fi ve on Sundays. The Navs will also host the NECBL All-Star Game for the fi rst time since 2011 on the fi nal scheduled Sunday of the summer, July 23, at 4:35 p.m. Regular-season home games in 2023 are scheduled to begin at 6:35 p.m. on Monday through Thursday nights, 7:05 p.m. on Fridays and Saturdays, and 5:05 p.m. on Sundays. The lone exceptions are 11:35 a.m. starts to accomARTISTIC | FROM Page 1 the city for storage, underwent a structural and hazardous material assessment and was found to be in fair condition. But to create the commission’s vision of a performance or teaching space on the lower level, where fi re engines were once kept, and the studio space on the upper level, will require some renovation for which the city will be responsible. MAPC staff , who have worked with other cities and towns on similar projects, said the city will need to hire an operator, possibly a nonprofit organization, to manage the modate fi eld trip days for local schools and camps. The Navs are excited to feature promotions and theme nights in conjunction with local businesses throughout the 2023 season, with further details to come in the spring. The popular Field of Dreams Baseball Clinic will return in 2023, with a pair of Monday through Wednesday sessions running from June 26-28 and July 10-12. Click here to register your child for the clinic, which will be run by Navs players and coaches. The Navs will take to Fraser Field for 6:35 p.m. games on three of the six total clinic days. Season passes, which admit two people to each Navs home game, are now on sale for $115 and can be purchased by clicking here. Please contact Barden (maggie@nsnavs.com) for more information and questions regarding ticket sales, booking group outings, and the Field of Dreams Baseball Clinic. On the fi eld, the Navs remain in the Coastal Division alongside the Martha’s Vineyard Sharks, Mystic (Conn.) Schooners, Newport (R.I.) Gulls and Ocean State Waves (South Kingstown, R.I.) for the second consecutive year. The North Division features the Keene (N.H.) Swamp Bats, Sanford Mainers, Upper Valley Nighthawks center. MAPC staff suggested the building would be leased to an operator with a set of criteria. However, with the city chasing every spare dime to build a new high school, it’s not clear when that may happen. “This is definitely going to happen,” said Ward 1 Councillor Joanne McKenna. “It might take a year, it may take fi ve years, but it will happen.” The next step is to test the assumptions of the commission about uses for the building. The commission is also looking for ways to gather community input to better understand what residents want and expect from a (White River Junction, Vt.) and Vermont Mountaineers (Montpelier). The North Adams (Mass.) Steeple Cats, Bristol (Conn.) Blues, Danbury (Conn.) Westerners and Valley Blue Sox (Holyoke, Mass.) make up the West Division. North Shore will play seven games against each divisional opponent, and a home-andhome series against each of the four teams in both the North and West Divisions. In the fi nal week of the regular season, each of the league’s 13 teams will play solely against division rivals in hopes of qualifying for the 2023 NECBL Postseason, which will feature a total of six teams in the three division winners and three wildcards who have the next three highest winning percentages regardless of division. A charter member of the New England League’s inaugural season dating back to 1994, the Navs rejoined the NECBL in 2021 after a nine-year hiatus and proceeded to capture the Northern Division regular-season championship. The franchise has qualifi ed for the NECBL playoff s in fi ve of its fi rst six NECBL seasons and won its fourth Fay Vincent Sr. Cup in 2010. Stay up to date on the latest Navs news by visiting nsnavs.com and following the team on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram. public arts center. Surveys, focus groups, a public meeting and individual interviews are all being planned. A concept plan is expected to be complete by June. While the arts center is primarily meant to serve Revere artists and residents, the center is also an opportunity to make Revere an arts destination that showcases the city. Building and supporting the arts community is often seen as a path for economic development. Hawkins stressed that Revere has a wide range of working artists and a richly diverse community to tap into. “Across the board, we’ve got people who are gifted artists,” he said. “We’re a city of creators.”
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For more information and to get your free subscription, go to: https://lp.constantcontactpages. com/su/aPTLucK THE HOUSE AND SENATE: There were no roll calls in the House or Senate last week. The debate over the rules on how the House and Senate will operate during the upcoming 20232024 session will soon begin, as it does every year at the beginning of a legislative session. The rules are important and have an effect on how much power individual members have compared to House Speaker Ron Mariano (DQuincy), Senate President Karen Spilka (D-Ashland) and the rest of the Democratic leadership team. A LOOK BACK: Here are some of the new rules that House Republicans proposed for the 20212022 session, the comments of supporters and opponents of the new rules and how your local representatives voted. The proposals were all defeated mostly along party lines with the vast majority of Republicans voting for the changes and the vast number of Democrats voting against them. These four rules are likely to be offered by the GOP soon in the 20232024 session. TERM LIMITS FOR SPEAKER OF THE HOUSE (H 3930) House 35-125, rejected an amendment that would reinstate a 2009 rule that prohibited any representative from serving as speaker of the House for more than eight consecutive years. The rule was repealed in 2015. “The speaker holds the most powerful offi ce in the House of Representatives, but all 160 Representatives stand as equals when it comes to representing their constituents,” said GOP House Minority Leader Rep. Brad Jones (R-North Reading). “Setting term limits on the speaker’s offi ce is a way to prevent too much power from being consolidated in the hands of any one individual over time. Reinstating the term limits that were repealed in 2015 would send a powerful message that the House is committed to inclusion and the periodic transition of power.” “While I appreciate different ideas to continuously improve our Legislature, I do not support term limits,” said Rep. Jim O’Day (D-West Boylston). “Term limits can place the House at a severe disadvantage during negotiations with the governor and other offi cials, which is not benefi cial for advancing legislation or for our districts.” (A “Yes” vote is for term limits for the speaker. A “No” vote is against term limits for the speaker.) Rep. Jessica Giannino No Rep. Jeff Turco No POST HOW REPRESENTATIVES VOTED ON BILLS IN COMMITTEE (H 3930) House 38-121 and 41-117, rejected two similar amendments that would require that committees make public how each legislator on the committee voted on whether or not to favorably report a bill to the House. This would replace a section that would only post the names of legislators who voted against the bill and list the aggregate vote tally without names, of members voting in the affi rmative or not voting. “The public has a right to know where their legislators stand on the issues being debated in committee, and it makes absolutely no sense to identify by name only those members who vote “no” at an executive session or on a poll,” said Rep. Brad Jones, sponsor of one of the amendments. “When we vote in the House chamber, our individual votes are displayed for all to see, and legislative committees should be held to the same standard by providing full disclosure of where each member stands on a given issue.” “I believe every resident of Massachusetts has the right to hold their elected state representative accountable,” said Rep. Erika Uyterhoeven (D-Somerville), the sponsor of the other amendment. “Under current rules, there is no accountability on the votes we take in committee. This amendment ensures that every vote taken in committee is available to the public, including when bills are sent to [a] study [committee].” Rep. Joe Wagner (D-Chicopee) opposed the listing of which representatives vote “yes” or did not vote. “The names of votes of those voting in the negative being there for everyone to see is suffi cient in terms of transparency,” said Wagner. “I have always been concerned, and I’ve chaired committees for about 20 years, and I have been always concerned that when we take votes in committee, the votes that we take to advance legislation does not refl ect necessarily, when an affi rmative vote is taken, the support for the matter as it is before the committee.” Wagner continued, “So, for example, there are points at which members will vote affi rmatively to move a matter from a committee because they support the idea conceptually of a particular piece of policy or legislation … And so I think that where a vote in the negative is very clear, a vote in the affi rmative is less clear. And there are interest groups and there are people frankly who may have agendas and would use a vote in the affi rmative, if a member’s name were attached in that way, to try to discredit a member perhaps or potentially misconstrue a member’s position on a particular issue.” (Both roll calls are listed. On both roll calls, A “Yes” vote is for the amendment. A “No” vote is against it.) Rep. Jessica Giannino No/No Rep. Jeff Turco No/No ALLOW MEMBERS TWO HOURS TO VOTE IN COMMITTEE (H 3930) House 35-124, rejected an amendment that would give legislators two hours to vote electronically when casting a vote on a bill in committee. “Members are often given very little time to respond to committee polls, even when the poll involves multiple bills and complicated issues,” said sponsor Rep. Brad Jones. “One of the more glaring examples … was a recent House Ways and Means poll that gave members just 16 minutes to review a 38-page supplemental budget and a separate election reprecincting proposal. That is simply not enough time to properly review and understand these bills.” Opponents of the amendment said it goes too far. They argued the current system works fi ne and that always allowing two hours can delay getting some important and urgent bills to the House fl oor. (A “Yes” vote is for giving two hours to vote. A “No” vote is against giving two hours.) Rep. Jessica Giannino N o Rep. Jeff Turco N o GIVE LEGISLATORS 72 HOURS TO READ CONFERENCE COMMITTEE REPORTS (H 68) House 35-123, rejected an amendment that would give legislators 72 hours to read a conference committee report before voting on it. Current rules allow the conference committee report to be considered the next day. “Conference committees often require weeks or even months of negotiations between the House and Senate to arrive at a compromise bill that can be presented to the membership for a vote,” said amendment sponsor Rep. Brad Jones. “The current process allows very little time between the release of the conference committee report and the vote to accept the report for members to review and understand what they’re actually voting on. Providing a 72-hour window would give both the public and legislators a better understanding of what’s included in the conference committee report before a vote is taken.” “We are a deliberative body oftentimes debating issues for a half of the session,” said Rep. Daniel Hunt (D-Dorchester). “Over a year and a half we have come together and have great debate over the bills. Amendments are fi led. The Senate takes the same action. We might look at what the Senate did and further amend our bill. We then go to conference, where three members of each side sit in lengthy debate on our behalf and when the bill comes back to us it’s an up or down vote. I do appreciate the leader’s point where at the end of last session, because of necessity, because of the global pandemic, because of the extended session and the hour of the day, oftentimes reports were out in a 24-hour period.” (A “Yes” vote is for giving 72 hours. A “No” vote is against giving 72 hours.) Rep. Jessica Giannino No Rep. Jeff Turco No ALSO UP ON BEACON HILL 6,403 BILLS FILED FOR CONSIDERATION IN 2023-2024 SESSION – Legislators fi led 6,403 pieces of legislation by the January 20 deadline. The 159 House members fi led 4,050 while the 40 senators fi led 2,353. Here are some of the 6,403: HEARING AIDS (HD 3777) – Would require all health care plans to provide hearing aid coverage BEACON | SEE Page 16
THE REVERE ADVOCATE – FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 3, 2023 Page 15 OBITUARIES June Rose Morabito neral was conducted from the funeral home on Thursday, followed by a funeral Mass at 11:00 a.m. in St. Anthony of Padua Church, 250 Revere St. Revere. In Lieu of fl owers, donations 1. On Feb. 3, 2019, against what opponent did the New England Patriots win a sixth Super Bowl title? 2. What does the “O” prefi x in Irish names mean? 3. What is the only food that never spoils? 4. What author of “Leaves of Grass” said, “Keep your face always toward the sunshine – and shadows will fall behind you”? 5. On Feb. 4, 1941, the USO was formed, which stands for what? 6. How are bonjour, ciao and hola similar? 7. What was Beethoven’s last symphony? 8. Deoxyribonucleic acid is better known as what? 9. On Feb. 5, 1631, Puritan Roger Williams, a defender of religious liberty, landed near Boston; what state was he to found? 10. Was the White House always white? 11. On Feb. 6, 1935, what board game – that had a version in 1904 called The Landlord’s Answers Game – fi rst went on sale? 12. How are the Egyptian pyramids at Giza, the Hanging Gardens of Babylon and the Statue of Zeus at Olympia similar? 13. February 7 is Safer Internet Day, which began in what union of member states? 14. What country consumes the most chocolate per capita: Belgium, Switzerland or USA? 15. In 1954 what performer made a commercial for “Southern Maid Donuts” – for a box of hot donuts – several years before he fi rst appeared on national TV? 16. In what sport would you fi nd the Fosbury fl op? 17. On Feb. 8, 1925, in Newton, Mass., who was born who often acted with Walter Matthau? 18. What on the body is the fastest growing hair? 19. What coastal state has a grizzly on its fl ag although the last grizzly in the state was spotted in 1924? 20. On Feb. 9, 1895, volleyball was invented in what Western Massachusetts city? may be made in her memory to St. Anthony of Padua Church, 250 Revere St, Revere, MA 02151. Jeannie (DiRuzza) Robichaud O f Revere. Passed away on Sunday, January 29, 2023, at home surrounded by her loving family. She was 91 years old. Mrs. Morabito was born in Boston on March 4, 1931. She was the daughter of the late James R. Sr. and Lena (Lunetta) Kruger. She was raised and educated in East Boston. June was the beloved wife of the late Leonard J. Morabito Sr. with whom she shared over 25 years of marriage prior to his passing on March 28, 1976. June had worked in retail industry for many years until the time for her retirement. In her earlier years she was very crafty and enjoyed cake decorating and making fl oral arrangements. She then developed a love for scratch tickets, football, and gambling of any type! Above all she was a devoted mother and grandmother who dedicated most of her time to raising her family. She was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, sister, aunt, and friend who will be missed by all who knew her. June was the mother of Elaine Hurley and her husband John Hurley II of Revere and Leonard D. Morabito Jr. and his wife Debra (Braccia) Morabito (deceased) of Revere; Grandmother of Amanda Morabito, John Hurley III, Sandra (Hurley) Jewkes and Jenna (Hurley) Casaletto. She was also loved by many great grandchildren, nieces, and nephews. In addition to her husband, she was predeceased by her siblings, James Kruger, Eleanor Walley, and Gloria Lepouttre. Family and friends were invited to attend Visiting Hours in Vazza’s Funeral Home, Revere on Wednesday, February 1. A fuSCHOOL | FROM Page 1 conti asked if the council could see a comparison of building at Wonderland and the existing site. Rebuilding on the existing site has been passed over because of the opposition of neighbors who feared their homes would be taken by eminent domain and the concern about students being stuck in a construction site particularly after the academic hardships they faced during the pandemic. Although several councillors said they were told the city could lose Mass. School Building Association funding if the project reverted back to the original site, Dakin said it was possible but would require MSBA approval and would set the project back a couple of years. Dankin told councillors hard and fast numbers were impossible to promise because of rising costs in the construction industry, which are higher than most professionals can remember. Cost increases have been worked into the estimate. Council President Patrick Keefe told Viscay what everyone on the council wanted to hear is that the school can be built and paid for without an override or debt exclusion. “Can we do it with the funding we have coming in?” Keefe asked adding that he would do his part in looking for possible cuts in the city’s operating budget. Viscay could not rule out the need for an override without city O O f Revere. Passed away on January 26, 2023, she was a lifelong resident of Revere. Jeannie enjoyed playing Bingo and spending time with her family. She was the beloved daughter of the late Phillip and Mary (Cristello) DiRuzza. Devoted wife of the late Albert. Loving mother of Richard Robichaud and his wife Andrea of Revere, John Robichaud and his wife Lisa of Derry NH, and Jean Brown and her husband Marc of Ossipee, NH. Cherished grandmother of John Jr, Matthew and his wife Janice, Alyssa, Bryan, Samantha, Tyanna, and AJ. Great- grandmother of Analisa, Bryton, Kyran, Braven, and Aria.Dear sister of Dolores Daigle of Revere, Pat DiRuzza of Revere, and the late Mario, Felix, Angelo, Theresa Marx, and Antoinetta DiRuzza. Also survived by many loving nieces and nephews. Visiting hours were on Wednesday February 1st from the Paul Buonfi glio & Sons-Bruno Funeral Home, Revere. Funeral Mass was in St. Mary of the Assumption Church and Interment in Holy Cross Cemetery. In lieu of fl owers, donations may be made to the St Jude Children’s Research Hospital by visiting stjude.org. offi cials taking signifi cant steps to increase revenues through other channels. Ward 3 Councillor Anthony Cogliano echoed Zambuto and said he could not get on board with a plan that included an override. Viscay said his information and forecasts were subject to variables such as fl uctuating interest rates. He said he will bring estimates of the money the city could expect with some of his suggestions such as moving city employees to the GIC f Revere. Passed away on January 31, 2023 at the age of 89. Born in Nusco Avellino, Italy to the late Armato and Anna (Ciminera) Della Vecchia. Beloved husband of the late Rosa (Scialdone). Dear brother of Rose DelVecchio and her husband Emilio of Revere, Michael & Pia of Italy,, Julia Piol and her husband George of Belgium, Carmen Della Vecchia and his wife Maria of Italy and Maria and her husband Giovanni Lacitignola of Belgium, and the late Antonio Della Vecchia and his wife Filippe of Belgium. Brother in-law of Mario Scialdone Cherished uncle of Anna Barker and her husband Steve, Gerri Runge and her husband Ken, Anthony DelVecchio and his wife Lenore, Emilio DelVecchio Jr. and his wife Jan and niece Gina Scialdone. Also survived by many loving great-nieces and nephews. Giuseppe worked for 17 years as a coal miner in Belgium with his brothers and father before coming to the United States in 1962. He would first settle in East Boston and later in Revere. Giuseppe worked for over thirty years in construction for Local 22 Laborers Union. When he wasn’t working Giuseppe enjoyed spending time at the Italian Men’s Club in East Boston. He also enjoyed spending winters in Naples, Florida. Funeral from the Paul Buonfi glio & Sons-Bruno Funeral Home on Saturday, February 4th at 9:00 AM Followed by a Funeral Mass in St Anthony’s Church at 10:00 AM. Relatives and friends are kindly invited. Visiting hours will be on Friday from 4-8 PM. Entombment will be in Holy Cross Mausoleum. state health care program, trash fees, increased permit fees, recreational cannabis, the Community Preservation Act and state and federal grant and funding opportunities. Despite uncertainties, and possible diffi culties ahead, councilors wrapped up as always with acknowledgements that a new school was an essential need, challenges in building it exist, and the only way to succeed is to consider all ideas and work together. Giuseppe Della Vecchia 1. The Los Angeles Rams 2. “Descendant of” 3. Honey 4. Walt Whitman 5. United Service Organizations (to provide resources for U.S. armed forces members on leave) 6. They are foreign terms for hello (in French, Italian and Spanish, respectively). 7. The Ninth 8. DNA 9. Rhode Island 10. No; it was made of gray sandstone; after it burned during the War of 1812, it was painted white. 11. Monopoly 12. They are included in the seven wonders of the ancient world. 13. European Union 14. Switzerland 15. Elvis Presley 16. Track & fi eld (a style of high jump performed by American Dick Fosbury) 17. Jack Lemmon 18. Beard 19. California 20. Holyoke
Page 16 THE REVERE ADVOCATE – FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 3, 2023 BEACON | FROM Page 14 of up to $500 per hearing aid and then 80 percent coverage of the next $1,500 for each hearing aid. “This legislation was first brought to my attention by a senior citizen in my district who cannot aff ord his hearing aids,” said co-sponsor Rep. Jessica Giannino (D-Revere). “This bill will go a long way to improving the quality of life for people of the commonwealth,” said co-sponsor Rep. Sean Garballey (D-Arlington). “It builds on top of a law that was passed allowing children up to the age of 21 to receive hearing aids. This current bill would expand that coverage to every person.” RECOGNIZE HIGH SCHOOL CHEERLEADING AS A SPORT (HD 4074) – Would designate and treat high school cheerleading as a legitimate sport and have it governed by the Massachusetts Interscholastic Athletic Association (MIAA) which currently governs 19 other high school sports. “I fi led this bill to have cheerleading designated a sport at the high school level, governed by the MIAA so that it is supported like all other team-based athletic programs off ered in high schools across the state,” said sponsor Rep. Marc Lombardo (R-Billerica). “I have fi led it … for the town of Billerica, [because] our cheerleading program is one of the best in the state and just won their 8th state championship this past March.” Supporters said that Bay State high school cheerleading is currently governed by the Massachusetts Schools Administrators’ Association (MSAA) which only supports Cheer/Game Day, Dance and eSports. They argued it would be more appropriate to have the MIAA run and support this highly athletic and competitive sport. HIS, HER AND THEIR EXCELLENCY THE GOVERNOR (HD 3598 and HD 3729) – Would amend the part of the state constitution that creates the title “His Excellency” for the governor and lieutenant governor. The proposal would add two more possible titles – “Her Excellency” and “Their Excellency.” “It’s time to bring Massachusetts into the 21st century,” said sponsor Rep. Jenny Armini (DMarblehead). “Given who is sitting in the corner offi ce, it’s obviously ridiculous that the constitution doesn’t recognize Gov. Healey’s gender. We must plan for the future, which is why these bills also include language to accommodate those across the gender spectrum.” RAISE THE MINIMUM WAGE FROM $15 PER HOUR TO $20 PER HOUSE (HD 3965) – Would increase, over a 4-year period (20242027), the minimum wage from $15 per hour to $20 per hour; and the tipped worker minimum from $6.75 to $12, increasing it from 45 percent of minimum wage to 60 percent of it. Another provision beginning in 2028, would index the minimum wage for infl ation, using the consumer price index. “While we celebrate the significant victory of the 2018 law, we know that working families and individuals are still under enormous fi nancial stress with rising infl ation and increased costs of housing and living,” said sponsor Rep. Tram Nguyen (D-Andover). “They are struggling to meet their basic needs and provide for their families.” QUOTABLE QUOTES “One of the most eff ective ways to reduce tobacco use, not only among low-income individuals but also for youth, is to signifi - cantly increase the tax on all tobacco products, including e-cigarettes. Multiple studies have shown that every 10 percent increase in the price of cigarettes reduces consumption by about 4 percent among adults and about 7 percent among youth.” ---The American Lung Association recommending that Massachusetts lawmakers increase the state’s current $3.51 per pack tax on cigarettes by at least $1. “We need tax reform. We need tax relief. Making Massachusetts more competitive and attractive means doing just that. I know how important this is to the business community.” ---Gov. Maura Healey in a speech to the business group Associated Industries of Massachusetts. “The dedicated men and women who keep our communities safe too often hide the significant stress and trauma they incur from the job. Every offi cer in the commonwealth must have access to quality mental health services and peer support to combat this stigma.” ---Sen. Mark Montigny (D-New Bedford) on distribution of money for a statewide grant program, which he created via legislation in 2018, providing police offi cers across Massachusetts with access to mental health services and peer support. “We know that when kids are hungry at school they cannot learn. We know that hungry kids have problems concentrating, have lower academic achievement, suff er cognitive development impairments and exhibit more behavioral problems in their food secure peers.” ---Rep. Andres Vargas (D- Haverhill) on his bill that would allow every Massachusetts student to receive free breakfast or lunch in school without providing income or other eligibility information. 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 2317, the House met for a total of 12 minutes while the Senate met for a total of 23 minutes. Mon. Jan. 23 House 11:03 a.m. to 11:05 a.m. Senate 12:03 p.m. to 12:05 p.m. Tues. Jan. 24 No House session No Senate session Wed. Jan. 25 No House session No Senate session Thurs. Jan. 26 House 11:03 a.m. to 11:13 a.m. Senate 11:14 a.m. to 11:35 a.m. Fri. Jan. 27 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 ~ February Columns ~ 1. How to Cover Dental Care in Retirement. 2. How Much Do You Have to Make to File Taxes? 3. Retiring Abroad? Tips and tools to help you make an informed decision. 4. Could You Have a Thyroid Problem and Not Know It? Thank you! Jim Miller 405-360-4228 SavvySenior.org How to Cover Dental Care in Retirement Dear Savvy Senior, I had dental insurance through my work for many years but lost it when I retired and joined Medicare. Where can retirees fi nd aff ordable dental care? Uninsured Al Dear Al, Unfortunately, about twothirds of U.S. retirees don’t have dental insurance today. Without coverage from traditional Medicare, and with private dental insurance typically costing too much to be feasible, most seniors are stuck paying full outof-pocket prices every time they visit a dentist. While there’s no one simple solution to aff ordable dental care there are a variety of options that can help cut your costs. Here’s where to look. Medicare Advantage: While dental services are mostly excluded under original Medicare, many Medicare Advantage plans do provide coverage for dental care, but it’s usually very limited. Medicare Advantage plans are government approved health plans (usually HMOs and PPOs) sold by private insurance companies that you can choose in place of original Medicare. To shop and research Advantage plans in your area visit Medicare. gov/plan-compare or call 800633-4227. Dental insurance: If you have gum problems and need extensive dental care, a dental insurance plan may be worth the costs versus paying for care yourself. Monthly premiums for individual plans range from about $20 to $80. A typical plan includes two or three cleanings and checkups per year, but these plans will likely have a waiting period – anywhere from a few months to a few years – before coverage for more expensive procedures kicks in. To fi nd dental plans in your area, see eHealthInsurance.com. Dental savings plans: While savings plans aren’t as comprehensive as insurance, they are a good option for those who don’t have dental insurance. How this works is you pay an annual membership fee – around $80 to $200 a year – in exchange for 10 to 60 percent discounts on service and treatments from participating dentists. To fi nd a savings plan, go to DentalPlans.com (or 888632-5353) where you can search for plans and participating dentists, as well as get a breakdown of the discounts off ered. Veterans’ benefi ts: If you’re a veteran enrolled in the VA health care program or are a benefi ciary of the Civilian Health and Medical Program (CHAMPVA), the VA offers a dental insurance program that gives you the option to buy dental insurance through Delta Dental and MetLife at a reduced cost. The VA also provides free dental care to vets who have dental problems resulting from service. To learn more about these options, visit VA.gov/dental or call 877-222-8387. Cheaper dental care: Because prices can vary by dentist, one way to ensure you get a good deal on your dental care is to call multiple provides and compare prices. To get an idea of what diff erent dental procedures cost in your area, see FairHealthConsumer.org. If you’re paying cash, it’s also perfectly reasonable to ask your dentist for a discount. There are also a number health centers and clinics that provide low-cost dental care to those in need. And all university dental schools and college dental hygiene programs off er dental care and cleanings for less than half of what you would pay at a dentist’s offi ce. Students who are supervised by their professors provide the care. See TeethWisdom. org to search for a center, clinic or school near you. 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.
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It was a pleasure working with Sue and her team, would highly recommend them for any and all of our future real estate transactions ! Thank you once again ! Ana H As a client the service I received was amazing , a prompt and fair assessment of my property, MANGO was so helpful and friendly I would definitely use them again if I was to sell or purchase any real estate , Peter Manoogian is a very knowledgeable realtor and definitely does his due diligence , I would have no second thoughts about using them again and or recommending them to family and friends , thank you MANGO for all your help Sincerely - Glenn Bowie Saugus Find us on Google and see what our clients have to say about us! Mango Realty wants you to know that the Saugus real estate market remains red hot. Within a few short weeks spring will be upon us and home buyers will be on the search for their dream home. The Mango realty team would be delighted to provide you with a FREE detailed market analysis, within 3 business days, that will inform you what your property should be priced at. If you will want an analysis that is based on similar criteria and based on timely sales data please call MANGO Realty - 781-820-5690 ADDRESS 350 Revere Beach Blvd #6-6R 175 Ward St #4 175 Ward St #34 DATE PRICE 01.13.23 315000 01.13.23 245000 01.13.23 195000 Revere Welcome home. This two family with large units and an additional living space in the lower level. 5 Baths total. Unit 1 is New which holds a 4 Room 2 bedroom fireplace, washer and dryer. Unit 2 offers a 6 Room 3 Bedroom and 2 full baths with a fireplace that leads to dining area with sliding door overlooking deck where you could view miles of flat land. Generous size rooms with ceiling fans and plenty of storage space. 2 tier decks, heated pool. 2 car drive way with space for 8-10 cars, cabana with a full bath and a kitchen. Close to shopping malls, transportation, Airport, and more .....$799,000 UNDER AG EAG EEMENTR EMENT
Page 20 THE REVERE ADVOCATE – FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 3, 2023 # ............. 1 “Experience and knowledge Provide the Best Service” Carpenito Real Estate is proud to congratulate Lori Johnson SAUGUS - 3 room, 1 bedroom Condo at Austin Court featuring eat-in kitchen w/ oak cabinets, updated Formica counters, great open concept with balcony…........................................$280,000. LYNN - 6 NEWLY COMPLETED STORE FRONT FACADES offers consisting of two condos. ALL occupied – great income, minimal expenses make this a great investment, 1031 tax exchange, etc, centrally located, close to public transportation...........................................................$2,799,900. View our website from your mobile phone! 335 Central St., Saugus, MA 781-233-7300 As a Multi-Million Dollar producer once again. REVERE - 1st AD - UNDER CONSTRUCTION 7 room CE Colonial offers 4 bedrooms, 2 ½ baths, amazing kit w/oversized quartz island, Great Family Home!..............................$950,000. Lori’s dedication to her profession has earned her this outstanding designation. Lori’s hard work is a testament to the commitment she gives every one of her clients. Her personality shines through and is a pleasure to work with! Call Lori today and see for yourself! She will not disappoint you! Lori can be reached at 781-718-7409. SAUGUS - 7 room, 3 bedroom Garrison Colonial offers 2 full baths, sunroom, kit w/center island, kitchen updated roof, easy access to all major Routes & shopping…...............................$539,900. FOR SALE FOR RENT FOR RENT FOR RENT- LOCATED ON THE 2ND & 3RD FLOOR, THIS 3 BED, 1 BATH RENTAL IS CLOSE TO DOWNTOWN AND PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION. HARDWOOD FLOORING THROUGHOUT. FRONT AND BACK PORCHES. COIN-OP LAUNDRY IN THE BASEMENT. EVERETT $3,050 CALL CHRIS (781) 589-9081 FOR SALE- DESIRABLE WEST PEABODY LOCATION! HOUSE FEATURING 3 BEDS, 2 BATHS.UPDATED KITCHEN. CUSTOM BUILT ENTERTAINMENT CENTER WITH NEW TV. DECK WITH LARGE YARD PEABODY $614,000 CALL KEITH 781-389-0791 • FOR RENT-3 ROOM, 1 BED, 1 BATH, 2ND FLOOR UNIT, COIN LAUNDRY IN BMNT, NO SMOKING. STORAGE. 2 OFF STREET PARKING SAUGUS $2200 CALL RHONDA 781-706-0842 FOR SALE NEW CONSTRUCTION FIVE NEW HOMES FROM HAMMERTIME CONSTRUCTION GET IN SOON TO PICK YOUR LOT AND YOUR HOME. SAUGUS STARTING AT $895,000 CALL ANTHONY FOR MORE DETAILS 857-246-1305 MOBILE HOME FOR SALE FOR SALE-BRAND NEW 14 X 52 UNITS. ONLY 2 LEFT! STAINLESS APPLIANCES AND FULL SIZE LAUNDRY. 2BED 1 BATH. FINANCING AVAILABLE WITH 10% DOWN DANVERS $199,900 CALL ERIC 781-223-0289 LOOKING TO BUY OR SELL CALL JOHN DOBBYN CALL HIM FOR ALL YOUR REAL ESTATE NEEDS 617-285-7117
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