Page 10 THE REVERE ADVOCATE – FRIDAY, AUGUST 11, 2023 Boston great James Montgomery and his Rhythm & Blues Revue with special guests Performs as part of Veterans Benefi t Concert Series at Kowloon in Saugus Sunday SAUGUS - James Montgomery returns to Kowloon, as the James Montgomery Rhythm & Blues Revue, for another go as part of Rockin’ 4 Vets Summer Sun*Days Benefi t Concert Series. Montgomery came to town, from his home in Michigan, to get an education and play a little music. He presented a fresh image, a powerful sound, great backing musicians and a “party ‘til you drop” stage persona. Instead of putting that education to use; he opted to stay and become one of New England’s best-known performers through the 70’s and 80’s. There was no venue in the region Montgomery could not fi ll and was known for his epic 2+ hour long shows. Though some contemporaries have long ago broken up, been inducted into, or nominated for the Rock and Roll HOF, James continues to be right where he belongs and relishes in it. Montgomery never noted as a trendy musician, but one who developed a style and has ridden it for over 50 years to a wonderful career. Along with James, Christine Ohlman "The Beehive Queen", Saturday Night Live Band’s longtime vocalist will be delivering her own brand of Soul. Ohlman, fresh off her time performing down in Muscle Shoals, is a captivating performer having performed with everyone from Dion to J-Lo. Soul and R&B vocalist, BARRENCE WHITFIELD, best known as the frontman for Barrence Whitfield & the Savages, described as "a soul screamer in the spirit of Little Richard and Wilson Pickett" will be the other featured performer. Joining Montgomery and the others on stage will be a very special guest, not known as a musician, but rather as owner of the Boston Celtics, Wyc Grousbeck guitarist! Tickets @ GimmeLive.com. Show Sunday, August 13, 2023 at 1:00 PM Check us out at - Facebook. com/Rockin4Vets Thrive Pet Healthcare’s Top 10 Tips on preparing your dog for Back-to-School A s families gear up for the school year ahead, Thrive Pet Healthcare is off ering expert advice on how to ensure your beloved canine companions are prepared for the changes in routine that come with the return to school. “During the summer, dogs relish their time with kids, playing and constant companionship. However, when household members head back to school and they are suddenly left alone, they may experience stress and anxiety,” said Thrive Pet Healthcare’s Vice President of Medical Excellence and Education, Dr. Kelly Cairns. “Dogs don’t comprehend why everyone has gone and whether they will return. By making some simple adjustments to your daily routine, you can make all the diff erence in easing you dog’s backto-school blues.” Top 10 Tips 1. Make gradual adjustments. Start practicing your back-to-school routine a few weeks ahead of time to allow your dog to adapt slowly to the change 2. Apply a consistent schedule. Set your alarm earlier and get up at the same time as when school starts. Take your dog outside and feed them at the same time they will be taken out and fed during school days. 3. Exercise in the morning. Allocate time for a long walk or play session to help your dog expend energy before the household leaves for work and school. 4. Provide interactive toys. Keep your dog engaged and distracted from your family’s departure by providing them with a favorite toy or treat puzzle toy. 5. Adjust your behavior cues. Minimize the impact of your absence by varying your departure and arrival routines. Avoid making a fuss over the dog when coming and going. 6. Create a calm environment. Leave relaxing music or a radio talk show on while you’re away to provide stimulation and comfort for your pet. 7. Give them a safe place to stay. Train your dog to stay in a crate, playpen or dog-proofed room while you’re gone to prevent destructive behaviors throughout the house. 8. Plan for midday visits. Consider hiring a pet walking service or petsitter or using a doggie daycare for midday activity, particularly if your dog requires a midday bathroom break or additional human interaction. 9. Maintain bonding time. Set aside quality time in the evePET | SEE Page 15 ~ POLITICAL ENDORSEMENT ~ State Senator Lydia Edwards Endorses School Committee Member Jacqueline Monterroso for Re-Election S tate Senator Lydia Edwards has endorsed School Committee Member Jacqueline Monterroso for a second term on the Revere School Committee. “Jacqueline Monterroso is the educational leader we need on the Revere School Committee. I know from working with her that she works tirelessly and pasCOMMITTEE | SEE Page 11 12 YEARS PRISON SENTENCE FOR TAX CRIMES A fter a four-day federal court trial, a tax preparer was sentenced to 12 years in prison. The tax preparer created phony businesses that reported false operating losses. She also claimed fuel tax credits even though only.2% of all taxpayers qualify for such fuel credits. She also claimed state income tax deductions as an itemized deduction on Schedule A for taxpayer clients of hers that lived in Texas. Texas has no state income taxes. Apparently, she also fabricated medical expense deductions, charitable contribution deductions and deductions for unemployment reimbursements. The IRS Criminal Investigation division uncovered evidence that 98% of her tax clients received refunds. In reality, several of her tax clients owed as much as $25,000 in federal income taxes and yet paid nothing. This tax preparer supposedly was charging more for tax preparation fees than was customary in her area of tax practice. She encouraged clients to refer her business in order to perpetuate the continuing crimes. The IRS confi rmed she purchased a Bentley and a Maserati as well. Cosmetic surgery was also one of the benefi ts of continuing in this tax fraud scheme. The guilty verdict was handed down on April 3, 2023. She was sentenced on July 11, 2023. The IRS stated that she also owed over $1.9million in federal income taxes. She only began to pay money towards the outstanding balance once she realized the IRS’ Criminal Investigation Division Special Agents were investigating her and only after the crimes were committed. As a tax preparer, she is required to not only fi le all of her tax returns, but she is also required to pay all of the taxes due to the federal government. The CI is the Criminal Investigation division of the IRS, responsible for conducting fi - nancial crime investigations, public corruption, healthcare fraud, identity theft and much more. CI agents are the only federal law enforcement agents with investigative jurisdiction over violations of the Internal Revenue Code, obtaining more than a 90% federal conviction rate. The agency has 20 fi eld offi ces located across the U.S. and 12 attache’ posts abroad. With 87,000 new IRS agents on the horizon and with over $47billion being earmarked for enforcement, you are much more likely to see an increase in tax evasion convictions in the years to come. 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.
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