YOUR LOCAL NEWS & SPORTS ONLINE. SCAN HERE! Vol. 34, No.35 -FREEwww.advocatenews.net Free Every Friday RPS hires 100 new educators for 2024-2025 School Year District holds week-long orientation for new staff Special to Th e Advocate T his week Revere Public Schools welcomed a talented cohort of 100 new teachers to join the district’s dedicated team. The start of a new school year is always an exciting time, especially for new teachers. The 100 new hires are taking part in training activities, a tour of the city and learning about the community and the students. The mentoring program for new teachers in Revere has always been a valuable initiative. “This is such an exciting time for educators. I think this might RPS | SEE Page 4 781-286-8500 Friday, August 30, 2024 City Council mulls zoning ordinance to benefit future cannabis retail By Barbara Taormina C ity offi cials are lining up the pieces to bring recreational marijuana businesses to Revere. Chief of Planning and Community Development Tom Skwierawski was at this week’s City Council meeting to inform councillors that the ordinance passed in 2017 that banned marijuana establishments was being repealed. “It’s a stigmatized plant that can actually benefi t people,” said Councillor-at-Large Marc Silvestri. “It’s that stigma that blocked it years ago and is holding it up today.” Silvestri presented a draft ordinance that provides definitions, uses, special permit district boundaries and regulations for marijuana establishments. “I think it’s time CITY COUNCIL | SEE Page 7 Veterans Invited to Apply for Affordable Condominium Lottery The City of Revere and the Affordable Housing Trust Fund announce veteranspreference lottery for two affordable units Special to Th e Advocate Mayor Patrick Keefe attended last week’s orientation and said this year’s group of new teachers are just another reminder that Revere is a vibrant, desirable and exciting place to work. Revere Students Head Back To School R EVERE, MA — The City of Revere and the Aff ordable Housing Trust Fund have announced that veterans are invited to apply for a veteranspreference lottery for two affordable homeownership condominium units at 133 Salem St in Revere. The veteran-only application period will be open from August 23, 2024 to September 13, 2024. The lottery will be held at Revere City Hall in the Council Chamber on Wednesday, September 18, 2024, at 6:00pm. If fewer than two eligible veterans apply, those who already applied from the previous applicant pool for this opportunity are eligible to be selected. The two units available are: • 133 Salem St, Unit 102 — a 479 square foot studio with 1 parking space. For this unit, applicants must be at or below 70% of area median income; the sale price is $220,000. • 133 Salem St, Unit 208 — a 593 square foot 1-bedroom unit with 1 parking space. For this unit, applicants must be at or below 80% of area median income; the sale price is $285,000. VETERANS | SEE Page 10 BACK TO SCHOOL BUDDIES: Starting the school year off together at the AC Whelan School on Tuesday, from left to right, are; friends third-grader Vincent Espada and fi rst-grader Jackson Espada, fourth-grader Nolan Scalan and second-grader Ben Scalan. See page 8 for photo highlights. (Advocate photo by Tara Vocino)
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The chief recommendation from the study is to direct drivers to spaces on side streets and lots behind Broadway. They proposed wayfaring signs to direct drivers to cheaper, available spaces a short distance from Broadway. City offi cials proposed creating a pool of public parking by possibly leasing space in private lots and combining it with underused space, such as the City Hall lot and Central Street lot. Spreading out available parking spaces could be combined with higher fees for parking in the core areas of Broadway, particularly during peak hours. The consultants believe Revere is poised to make those changes in part because of the parking district benefi ts fund. They suggested spending funds on sidewalk maintenance and improvements, such as landscaping, would draw drivers to side streets for cheaper parking. During their presentation, planners revealed that only 40 to 50 percent of the spaces on Broadway were utilized during the study. “If we’re only using 40 to 50 percent of our inventory, why this rush to increase the amount of parking spaces?” asked Ward 4 Councillor Paul Argenzio. Planners said the idea aligned with the Broadway corridor master plan and with eff orts to promote economic development. In a recent survey conducted in conjunction with the study, residents said they typically spend fi ve minutes searching for parking on Broadway. The City Council referred the parking study to the economic development subcommittee. Fifth Dot’s Army Annual Cornhole Tournament and BBQ set for Sat., Sept. 7 D By Melissa Moore-Randall Open Labor Day with Special Deals! We Sell Cigars & Accessories! 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The event begins with registration at 11:00 a.m. followed by the National Anthem performed by Revere’s own Olivia Freni at 12:15. The cornhole competition will begin at 12:30. In addition to tournament action, The Bent Water Brewery Beer Tent will be there from 12 p.m.-4 p.m., and burgers, hotdogs and drinks will also be available for purchase. There will also be a chance at winning raffl e items, including gift cards, a 50/50, custom baskets by Bent Water Brewery and Dave & Busters! The event is coordinated annually by Renee Gallant Griffi n, Angela Chamberlin, Dorothy Morgan, Danai Griffi n and Susan Connolly. Past Winners have included the 2018 Pineholes, the 2019 Beachmont Boys, the 2020 Dynamic Duo, the 2021 Beachmont Boys and last year’s winner, the father and son duo Sack Attack. Renee Gallant Griffin spoke of how Dot’s Army came to be: “Dot’s Army was formed to celebrate the end of the battle for one of our own. At the time, members of Dot’s Army and our several fundraising volunteers expected this would be a one-and-done event. When Walk Day came, 32 of us crossed the fi nish line, among us and the most important of whom, crossed with her family by her side. Words can’t explain how it felt to witness so many brave survivors and fi ghters cross that line. This was anything but one-and-done. If you’ve ever known a person battling cancer, you know they are not the only ones in the fi ght. It takes a literal army to fi ght this disease and to keep life as normal as possible during it.” Gallant added, “The support and love Dot’s Army has received from the Revere community is the reason fundraising was so successful and how it grew to be the Dot’s Army we celebrate today. What started out as selling snacks, slush, candy, and drinks to fundraise at Griswold Field in 2018, is now a 5-year Cornhole Tournament fundraiser with almost $30,000 raised for cancer research.” Using the (supplied) QR code, you can register your team, buy a Dot’s Army t-shirt, donate and register as a walker with Dot’s Army. You can also text the keyword DOTSARMY to 53555 to donate.
THE REVERE ADVOCATE – FRIDAY, AUGUST 30, 2024 Page 3 Celebrating history: Unbeaten 1964 RHS Football Team to be honored at Harry Della Russo Stadium on Sept. 6 Halftime ceremony and banner reveal during Revere’s season-opener against Whittier Tech Special to Th e Advocate T he start of this year’s high school football season marks the 60th Anniversary of one of the most compelling chapters of Revere High School sports history. The 1964 RHS Patriots, coming off a one-loss season in 1963, rolled through the first eight games of their schedule with a 7-0-1 record and were poised to face Winthrop on Thanksgiving Day in a game that would decide the Massachusetts Class B Championship. However, a shocking decision just days before Thanksgiving by the Massachusetts Secondary Schools Principals Association determined that the Revere football lineup included a player who was ineligible to compete, and Revere was forced to forfeit its first eight games. After heavy rain postponed the Thanksgiving Day kickoff to Saturday, November 28, Revere — undaunted in the face of the devastating ruling — topped Winthrop, 8-0, in a thrilling game decided in the final seconds. Revere High and Boston College graduate Brandon Brito, an assistant coach at RHS, is completing a documentary film about the 1964 saga. The September 6 ceremony that will include members of the 1964 team will be included in Brito’s film, which is currently scheduled for release on November 23. This is a chance for football fans young and old to come honor a team that exemplified grit and determination and achieved so much more than just wins on the field. Come celebrate history and be part of history yourself! Please make plans to attend Revere vs. Whittier, Friday, September 6, 2024, 6:00 p.m. kickoff. Cheer for the current Patriots and give a round of well-deserved applause to the boys who wore the blue and white 60 years ago. 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 Lien * Personal Injury * Bankruptcy * Wrongful Death * Zoning/Permitting Litigation 300 Broadway, Suite 1, Revere * 781-286-1560 lsimeonejr@simeonelaw.net Eastern Bank Building on Rte. 1S 605 Broadway, #301 * Saugus (781) 233-6844 www.bostonnorthdental.com Dr. Priti Amlani Dr. Bhavisha Patel * Restorative Dentistry * Cosmetic Dentistry * Implant Restoration * Zoom Whitening * Teeth in a Day - All on 6 The Unbeaten 1964 RHS Patriots Football Team photo: Shown first row: Manager E. Sarnevitz, V. Mancini, P. Nuell, C. Cintolo, J. DelGaizo, A. Drover, Captains John DelGaizo and John Stasio, J. Searle, W. Piscione, S. Merullo, V. Cianciaruso, R. Medeiros, Managers I. Novoselksy, M. Shaffer. Second row: Head Coach S. Cella, Assistant Coach A. Mellace, R. LeBranti, R. Carrabes, F. Andreottola, J. Poto, R. Ferrullo, A. Mastrangelo, R. Iovanna, J. DellOrfano, J. Bruno, G. Cifuni, A. DiCologero, J. Meoli, R. Grasso, Assistant Coaches J. Capodilupo, E. Manganiello. Third row: R. Bompane, R. Shea, R. Palmariello, M. Mulligan, D. Vincent, R. Krovitz, L. Kelley, S. Bloom, M. Wanyo, P. Alexander, R. Siciliano, F. LeMoure, V. Bonasoro, C. Balliro, N. Catinazzo. (Photo courtesy of Brandon Brito) Everett Aluminum Aluminum Everett 10 Everett Ave., Everett 617-389-3839 “Same name, phone number & address for over half a century. We must be doing something right!” •Vinyl Siding •Carpentry Work •Decks •Free Estimates •Fully Licensed •Roofing • Fully Insured • Replacement Windows www.everettaluminum.com Now’s the time to schedule those home improvement projects you’ve been dreaming about all winter! * Invisalign * CEREC Crowns (Single Visit Crowns) * Root Canal Treatment * Sedation Dentistry ~ Full Mouth Rehabilitation ~ Before After Celebrating 66 Years in Business! Summer is Here!
Page 4 THE REVERE ADVOCATE – FRIDAY, AUGUST 30, 2024 RPS | FROM Page 1 be the only profession in which we get to start all over again each year,” said Revere Superintendent Dr. Dianne Kelly. “The first day of school inspires a similar kind of anxious excitement for staff as it does for students. We’re meeting new colleagues for the fi rst time; perhaps we have a new classroom neighbor or a new administrator we are working closely with. I’m sure our veteran staff will welcome our new colleagues with open arms.” The dedication and passion of teachers like Jennifer Martinez is truly inspiring. Martinez, a 2013 Revere High School graduate, will return to her hometown to teach fi rst grade ESL at Lincoln School. After graduating from Revere High, Martinez went on to Bunker Hill Community College before transferring to Lesley University and earning a degree in Children, Youth, and Family Studies with a minor in Social Work. “Upon graduating from Lesley, I felt uncertain about my career direction,” said Martinez. “I began working as a paraprofessional in Chelsea just before the COVID-19 pandemic hit. During the pandemic, I worked remotely as a paraprofessional for a kindergarten class.” In October of the 2021-2022 school year, Martinez was unexpectedly asked to take over Revere Superintendent Dr. Dianne Kelly talked with new teachers during last week’s orientation luncheon. Revere School Committee Vice Chair Jacqueline Monterroso talking with a new RPS teacher Beachmont Veterans Memorial School Principal Chris Freisen talks with new staff . a fi rst-grade foundational classroom. “Although the request surprised me and initially made 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 me nervous, I quickly fell in love with teaching,” she said. She received her Master’s in Teaching English as a Second Language (TESOL) in 2023 from Salem State University and spent two years teaching in a fi rst-grade foundational classroom before transitioning to a new role as a fi rst-grade ESL teacher in Chelsea in 2023. Martinez said her bilingual abilities in English and Spanish have been invaluable in working with diverse communities. Garfi eld Elementary School Principal Dr. Percy Napier welcomed new teachers to his school during last week’s orientation. “It is deeply rewarding to give back to the community I grew up in, as well as to the city where I attended middle and high school,” she said. “Supporting English language learners is a passion of mine, and I am committed to advocating for their success. I believe that language barriers should never prevent anyone from achieving their potential, and I am dedicated to being there for students who need support the most. Teaching in my hometown allows me to leverage my skills and experiences in a meaningful way, making a direct impact on students’ lives.” Martinez said that from growing up in a household where English was a second language, she understands fi rsthand the challenges of adapting to a new school environment while learning a new language. “This personal experience helps me relate to my students and empathize with their struggles,” she said. “It’s why I believe in being patient, understanding, and approaching my work with an open mind. I strive to make a positive impact on my students and serve as a resource for parents who might feel hesitant to get involved due to language barriers. I aim to be a dependable support for both students and their families.” Martinez said that, overall, coming back to teach in Revere is a way for her to merge personal ties with professional aspirations, creating a rewarding and impactful career. It’s rewarding for her to contribute to the same environment where she learned and grew. It’s evident that Revere Public Schools is attracting a diverse and talented group of educators who are eager to make a positive impact on the lives of their students, like Gary Venenga, who will teach third grade ESL at Garfield Elementary School. The son of a career soldier, Venenga grew up an “army
THE REVERE ADVOCATE – FRIDAY, AUGUST 30, 2024 Page 5 brat” and was born in El Paso, Texas, and then lived in Baumholder, Germany; Colorado Springs, Colo.; Wiesbaden, Germany; Peachtree City, Ga.; Edwardsville, Ill.; and Kaiserslautern, Germany. Venenga came to Boston to study at Emerson College with an eye on a totally diff erent career after graduating from college. “Before becoming an educator, I was a free-lance soundman for television programs,” said Venenga. “I was based out of Venice, CA, but worked all over the world.” However, his volunteer work during this time led to his huge career switch. “Towards the end of my television career, I began to volunteer in Thailand at schools and orphanages teaching English,” said Venenga. “I eventually taught in South Korea and Thailand for many years. I earned a Master’s in Education from Framingham State; however, I attended the classes in Bangkok, Thailand.” Venenga said he looks forward to discovering Revere through its children and their families. “I love interacting with and helping kids. I love to laugh, have fun, and learn new things,” he said. Revere Mayor Patrick Keefe said the continued excitement for and investment in Revere Public Schools speaks volumes. Nancy Martel (right), who will serve as the Hill School’s new principal, talks with a new staff member. “A quality education is something that sets cities and towns apart, and this year’s hiring numbers are a testament to the continued upward trajectory of our school district,” said Keefe. “We are very happy to see that so many incredible educational professionals have found a good career fi t in Revere Public Schools, and we are excited to welcome them to our city and to introduce them to our students. This year’s group of new teacher hires is just another reminder that Revere is a vibrant, desirable, and exciting place to work.” RPS still has around 20 open positions that the district is actively recruiting for. Most are special education and English as a Second Language (ESL) teacher positions. The district invites eligible candidates to apply through School Spring at https://www.reverek12.org/ apps/pages/index.jsp? uREC_ ID=2191757&type=d&pREC_ ID=2188903. “I don’t think an educator ever forgets the nerves and excitement of their fi rst day in the classroom,” said Revere School Committee Vice Chair Jacqueline Monterroso. “As a former teacher, I made lifelong memories with my kindergarteners, and I only wish the same for all our new and returning teachers. During the fi rst-year teacher luncheon, I had the opportunity to meet a few of our new teachers and hear their ‘why’ behind teaching. RPS is truly lucky to have so many talentA new RHS teacher asks questions during the luncheon for new hires. Whelan School Assistant Principal Danny Gallucci talks with a new RPS teacher. ed and dedicated new teachers joining us this school year. A big welcome to our new and returning teachers! We are so excited for what this school year will bring, and we are thankful for the educators who make our district a wonderful learning environment for our students.” SABATINO/MASTROCOLA 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 welo welcome the loyal customers of tino Insur nce is p yal customers of ALWAYS READY TO SERVE YOU: Our Staff are, Emma Davidson, Jeimy Sanchez, Josephine Leone, Marie D’Amore, Rocco Longo, Z’andre Lopez, Anthony DiPierro, Darius Goudreau, Laurette Murphy, Danielle Goudreau and Tina Davidson. PHONE: (617) 387-7466 FAX: (617) 381-9186 Visit us online at: WWW.SABATINO-INS.COM co
Page 6 THE REVERE ADVOCATE – FRIDAY, AUGUST 30, 2024 REVERE CIT Y COUNCIL ROUNDUP By Barbara Taormina T he City Council celebrated National Women’s Equality Day, August 26, which marks the passage of the 19th Amendment, which gave women the right to vote, by installing a plaque in the City Council Chambers that recognizes the women, past and present, who have served and serve on the City Council. City Clerk Ashley Melnik read the names of the women being honored beginning with Margaret “Peggy” O’Hara, the fi rst woman to serve on the council. Rita Singer, Elvira “Vera” Curcio, Catherine Penn, Linda Santos Rosa, Denise Salemi, Jessica Giannino, Joanne McKenna, Angela Guarino-Sawaya and Michelle Kelly were also honored and included on the plaque. State Representative Giannino was unable to attend the City Council meeting, but she sent a video thanking the city and congratulating the other women who were honored. She said she looked forward to seeing the next generation of women step up to help lead the city. Fellow male councillors gushed about their female colleagues past and present. Councillors Paul Argenzio and Chris Giannino recalled working with some of the women who have served in the past and said it was a great experience. Councillor Robert Haas referred to them as trailblazers. Councillor Anthony Zambuto said the honor goes not only to women who were elected to serve but also to those appointed to various positions, and particularly to City Clerk Melnick, who planned the plaque and its installation. Zambuto said Melnik was the best City Clerk in the state. “She’s the best in the business,” he said. Take Care of the Beach Councillor-at-Large Michelle Kelley presented a motion that the mayor request DCR to do some much-needed work and repairs on Revere Beach Bou levard, such as tending to wall erosion and rusting lamp posts that could use a new coat of paint. Ban Mechanical Parking The council approved a motion from Councillor-at-Large Michelle Kelley repealing the ordinance that allows the installation of mechanical parking systems. Kelly said, and other councillors agreed, that the systems are intrusive, noisy and ineffi cient. Councillors also said developers promise the systems to meet parking requirements but then fail to deliver them. The council agreed they are not a good fi t for Revere. Quiet Down City councillors supported Ward 5 Councillor Angela Guarino-Sawaya’s motion that the city’s Policy writer, the police and the city’s inspectional services dept. draft an updated and enforceable noise ordinance. Adopt an Island Ward 1 Councillor Joanne McKenna’s motion to request the mayor to reinstate the adopt an island program, which would have local businesses support the landscaping and maintenance of the city’s traffic Islands, received praise and support from fellow city councillors. Remembering Chris Alba The council unanimously supported a motion from Councillors Joanne McKenna and Marc Silvestri to name the garden area at Leach Park the Chris Alba Memorial Garden in recognition of Alba’s tireless work with Revere’s homeless population. Welcome Aboard The council approved the following appointments and reappointments: Rocky Graziano will serve on the Cultural Council. William Reedy is reappointed to the Council on Elder Affairs. Mary Vigliotta is also reappointed to the Council on Elder Aff airs. Arthur Pelton is reappointed to the Zoning Board of Appeals. Thomas Carlton is appointed to the Conservation Commission. Amelia Viscay was also appointed to the Conservation Commission. Slowing Down Yeamans and Prospect Ward 4 Councillor Paul Argenzio fi led a motion to install speed bumps in the vicinity of 74 Yeamans St. and 130 Prospect Ave. The motion was referred to the Traffi c Commission. Get Out Your skates Councillor-at-Large Robert Haas filed a motion that the city investigate a location for a skate park and explore grants and partnerships to fund its installation. Adam’s Street Study Councillors supported Council President Anthony Cogliandro’s motion to conduct a traffi c study of Adam’s Street in regards to potentially changing it to a one-way street. Parking on Beach Street Ward 2 Councillor Ira Novoselsky filed a motion that the city allow parking on Beach Street between Kimball Avenue and North Shore Road now that the MBTA has eliminated the 411 bus stop. Traffic Troubles at Revere High Councillors supported Council President Anthony Cogliandro’s motion that a traffi c and safety study be conducted to combat continual moving violations on the streets surrounding the high school. Those streets include East Mountain Avenue, Carey Avenue, School Street and True Street. Protect Revere Wildlife The council agreed with Ward 1 Councillor Joanne McKenna’s motion that the city use a less invasive rodent poison when baiting traps. Residents have reported that the wildlife chain is being aff ected and the
THE REVERE ADVOCATE – FRIDAY, AUGUST 30, 2024 Page 7 poison is killing off hawks, coyotes, squirrels, owls and household dogs and cats. A less invasive poison would protect wildlife and pets and would be of equal cost. CITY COUNCIL | FROM Page 1 we take this leap,” he said. “We’re missing out on a ton of revenue.” And as Silvestri pointed out, the city will need to create revenue to build the new high school. “If done right, the city can benefi t from the cannabis market and Revere shouldn’t just turn away from that opportunity,” said Silvestri. Councillors who previously voted to ban marijuana establishments in Revere have acknowledged that problems and risks often cited by cannabis opponents have not materialized. Skwierawski said Revere has set the local three percent tax option, and the number of marREVERE CIT Y COUNCIL ROUNDUP Council Portrait Gallery Ward 5 Councillor Angela Guarino-Sawaya presented a motion to install portraits of Margaret “Peggy” O’Hara and ijuana establishments in the city is limited to three, which is 20 percent of the number of package stores in the city. The zoning proposal on the table calls for a 300-foot buff er zone between any marijuana establishment and any school, public or private, child care facility, libraries, playgrounds, public parks, youth centers or any place where minors congregate. The Massachusetts Cannabis Commission calls for a 500-foot buffer zone from schools, but municipalities can create their own rules, exceptions and buff er zones. Buff er zones are one of the concerns raised by Councillorat-Large Michelle Kelley, who suggested a 400- or 500-foot buff er. “My main concern is we have unique zoning in Revere,” RevereTV Spotlight Elvira “Vera” Curcio in honor of their service to the City as members of the City Council. The proposal was referred to the Appointments and Recognition Subcommittee. said Kelley. “We have commercial zones that abut residential neighborhoods.” Kelley suggested taking the southern side of Squire Road out of the pool of commercial sites where a cannabis business could locate. Kelley feels that since the council is just starting to carve out an ordinance they should get it right from the start and keep marijuana in the city’s commercial districts. She wants to spare residents the burden of attending a special permit hearing to oppose a cannabis business in their neighborhood. “That’s my job,” she said. There will be a public hearing on marijuana establishments and the ordinance and zoning that would govern them on September 23. T here is a new episode of “Fabulous Foods with Victoria Fabbo” on RevereTV. In this episode, Victoria is excited to welcome a special guest, Nasim from Chai Bar, which is based at 744 Broadway in Revere. Watch the show to see Nasim demonstrate how to prepare a delectable Persian dish, kashk-e bademjan, or eggplant with whey. Tune in to learn how to make this unique yet traditional Persian recipe! “Fabulous Foods” will be playing at least once daily on the Community Channel. If you’d like to follow along at your own pace, you can also watch this program on YouTube. The Revere Chamber of Commerce recorded another episode of “The Wave” last week. In this episode, hear a young intern at the Chamber Gerry 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 8 Norwood St. Everett (617) 387-9810 Open Tues. - Sat. at 4:00 PM Closed Sun. & Mon. Announcing our Classic Specials Dine In Only:Dine In Only: * FREE Salad with purchase of Entree, Tuesdays & W Entree, Tuesdays & Wednesdays * Cheese Pizza - Only $10 Catch ALL The Live Sports Action On Our Large Screen TV’s Scan & Follow Us on Facebook!Scan & Follow Us on Facebook! talk about job hunting and how the interviewing process has vastly changed over the past few years. There is also an interview with a member of the Chamber of Commerce who has an employee recruiting business. Watch the latest episode daily on the Community Channel or at your convenience on YouTube. RevereTV was able to gather some coverage of a few community events last week. Watch in between regular programming on the Community Channel to catch highlight reels of this year’s Row Row Row in Revere, Color Party and All Abilities Day. Row Row Row in Revere is a canoe race event to raise awareness for Autism. The Color Party is a popular REVERETV | SEE Page 20 www.810bargrille.com
Page 8 THE REVERE ADVOCATE – FRIDAY, AUGUST 30, 2024 Revere Students Head Back To School By Tara Vocino L ots of hugs, goodbyes, kisses and smiles were at the A.C. Whelan School as elementary and middle school students returned to school on Tuesday. Seventh-grader Veronica Caruso received a warm send-off from her mother, Katia Moff a. Sixth-grader Manuel Juarez was picked up at school by his father, Manuel. First-grader Noor Ghouta, 6, with her mother, Ibtissam Third-grader Aria Bushi, 8, on her first day of elementary school at A.C. Whelan School Second-grader Christopher Mira, 7, and fifth-grader Samuel Arboleda, 11 Middle school students exited the building on their fi rst day at A.C. Whelan School. (Advocate photos by Tara Vocino) This weekend and throughout the year, we celebrate all those who work to make our community better. 100 Salem Turnpike, Saugus, MA 01906
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Page 10 THE REVERE ADVOCATE – FRIDAY, AUGUST 30, 2024 A new church year with new Pastor at Melrose Highlands Congregational Church Special to Th e Advocate W ith enthusiasm, Melrose Highlands Congregational Church (MHCC) welcomed Reverend Chris Lyman Waldron as its new pastor in late March. “I am excited to return to Melrose. I did my fi rst pastoral internship 17 years ago at First Congregational and was impressed by the tight knit spirit of the city.” Chris immediately embraced life at the Highlands Church starting with Easter, the annual Melrose Beer + Bites fundraiser, the Blessing of the Animals, hiking in the Fells, and Sunday School programs. “There’s so much happening in this church and a willingness to try new things and to reach out to people of all ages and from all walks of life. It’s fantastic to step into such a dynamic community!” After growing up in Vermont and New Hampshire and going to college in Florida, PasPastor Chris Lyman Waldron blesses a pet at the Blessing of the Animals at MHCC in June. (Photo courtesy of Michelle Tallman) tor Chris returned to New England to earn a Master of Divinity from Andover Newton Theological School. Since then, Chris has had a wide variety of experience in diff erent church settings, including intentional interim ministry, church planting, Christian Education, youth ministry, and camp ministries. He is particularly invested in faith development and helping individuals and communities fi nd their connection to the Spirit. Chris feels most connected to the Spirit in the outdoors and spends his free time hiking, dabbling in photography and (very noncompetitively) running. He also enjoys music, playing the guitar and building electric guitars from parts. Chris lives in Arlington with his wife, Leah, who is also a minister, and their two children. He’s excited to jump into a new church year at MHCC. Many beloved church traditions and activities will return throughout the upcoming year: the Fall Fair; the Thanksgiving ingathering service; an all-included, no rehearsal pageant; Christmas Eve candlelight service; birthday cake Sunday; middle Pastor Chris Lyman Waldron blesses stuff ed animals at the Blessing of the Animals at MHCC in June. (Photo courtesy of Michelle Tallman) school and senior youth group events; and more. This fall, Pastor Chris will lead a fi ve-week adult study series on “Images of God,” featuring diff erent ways of looking at God through art, stories, poems and scripture. Pastor Chris also plans to continue newer traditions of movie nights and “Messy Church” with arts and crafts for younger children. “Churches are one of the rare places in our society where people can come together across generations. The Highlands Church has been a place where kids can feel that they are able to participate, and we’re looking to build on that in the coming year.” The fi rst Sunday of every month will feature an all-ages intergenerational service with communion and moments for kids to participate in the service. Regular worship resumes on September 8 at 10 a.m. with a welcome back intergenerational service; Sunday school begins on September 15. The church offers childcare each Sunday for preschool children and younger. All are welcome to visit MHCC VETERANS | FROM Page 1 * 70% of area median income is $79,800 for one person; $91,175 for a family of two. * 80% of area median income is $91,200 for one person; $104,200 for a family of two. Additionally, homebuyers must (1) qualify for a FHA, VA or Fannie Mae or Freddie Macconforming fixed-rate mortgage loan, (2) provide a minimum 3% down payment or qualify for an approved Down Payment Assistance program, (3) pay closing costs, and (4) on welcome back Sunday or any other day of worship to learn about the church’s community. The “Images of God” series takes place on Sundays after the worship service starting on September 22. Located at 355 Franklin St. in Melrose, MHCC is an Open and Affirming congregation that seeks to extend God’s love into the world. It welcomes all persons, including those of all races, ethnicities, ages, sexual orientations, gender identities and expressions, family structures, faith backgrounds, abilities and economic circumstances, into the full life and ministry of the church. Visitors will fi nd the church strives “to ‘Love our Neighbor’ by building caring community, connection, and acceptance,” and “by sharing God’s love, nurturing youth, and serving those in need,” as the mission statement notes. To learn more about the church, visit its website at www.mhcc-ucc.org or its Facebook page at www.facebook. com/MelroseHighlands or visit in person on an upcoming Sunday. complete homeownership counseling by the time of purchase. Interested applicants can apply online at https://www. northstrandcondos.com/newapplication You may also pick up an application at the Revere Department of Planning and Community Development (781-2868181), or email Joe Gravellese, chair of the Aff ordable Housing Trust Fund Board, at jgravellese@revere.org, to request an application via email or ask questions about eligibility.
THE REVERE ADVOCATE – FRIDAY, AUGUST 30, 2024 Page 11 Sixth Annual Cars & Cops Show benefits injured first responders By Tara Vocino A pproximately 250 cars lined the parking lot at Blessed Sacrament Parish on Saturday for the 6th Annual Cars and Cops show. “There are smiles for miles,” event organizer Domenic Montano said. “We’re at capacity.” The car show benefi ted The Greg Hill Foundation, which helps injured fi rst responders. Each car had a suggested $20 entry fee. Many police departments came, including Princeton, State Police, New York, Methuen, Revere, Peabody, and Maine. Blessed Sacrament Parish donated the lot. Board of Selectmen Chair Debra Panetta, who is a women’s guild member at the parish, said it’s a wonderful cause. “It’s bigger than last year,” Panetta said. Raffl es donated to the cause. Larry Slaven won the fi re pit as a raffl e prize. “I’m excited that I won,” Slaven said. “I will use it in my yard.” Lowell resident Robert St. Hilaire won the scratch ticket and movie basket as a raffl e prize. “I came from nothing and want to give back,” Hilaire said. Montano said they haven’t had a fi nal total on the amount raised, as of press time. Bob Puopolo and St. Jean’s Credit Union Business Development Vice President John Kingston (at left) of Revere Revere Public Schools School Resource Offi cer Bryan Brenes with his canine, Charlie Revere residents Maximilian Averback, 6, with his father, Brian, and Newton Police Captain Ed Mead on a 2005 Harley-Davidson Road King. (Advocate photos by Tara Vocino) Tony Bartolo, Owner Email: Tonys9942@aol.com
Page 12 THE REVERE ADVOCATE – FRIDAY, AUGUST 30, 2024 Saluting Revere’s Working Men and Women Have a Happy and Safe Labor Day Weekend! State Representative Jessica Giannino & Family Councillor-at-LargeCouncillor-at-Large Juan Jaramillo & Family& Family Ward 5 City Councillor Angela Guarino-SawayaGuarino-Sawaya Northeast Metropolitan Regional Vocational School Committee & School Committeeman Anthony Caggiano Happy Labor Day! Today, we honor the strength and dedication of our workers and unions who build and uplift our community every day. Your hard work, commitment, and unwavering service are deeply appreciated and never go unnoticed. Thank you for making Revere thrive! Ward 2 Councillor Ira Novoselsky Ward 6 ard 6 City Councillor City Councillor Christopher Giannino
THE REVERE ADVOCATE – FRIDAY, AUGUST 30, 2024 Page 13 Saluting Revere’s Working Men and Women Have a Happy and Safe Labor Day Weekend! Councillor-at-Large State Representative Anthony Zambuto Ward 4ard 4 City CouncillorCity Councillor Paul Argenzio he Boston Region Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO) has been awarded a Municipal Vulnerability Preparedness (MVP) Action Grant from the Executive Office of Energy and Environmental Aff airs for the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. The grant, totaling $1,001,100, will support the MPO’s innovative project titled “Neutralizing Onerous Heat Eff ects on Active Transportation” (NOHEAT), which aims to enhance climate resilience by addressing dangerous heat exposure faced by people in Bostonarea communities who walk and bike. The NO-HEAT project will integrate urban microclimate data with high-resolution mobility data to assess heat exposure levels for individuals walking or biking across the Boston region. The project will focus on identifying high-risk communities and prioritizing key pedestrian and bike network segments most vulnerable to heat stress. In collaboration with local partners, the MPO will plan, design and implement pilot mitigation measures, such as urban greenery, reflective paint and shaded shelters, to reduce heat exposure at selected high-risk locations. The MPO will partner with the Cities of Chelsea, Everett, Framingham and Revere, along with the advocacy organizations WalkMassachusetts, MassBike, Bike to the Sea and the Mystic River Watershed Association (MyRWA), to carry out the project. These partners will play a crucial role in conducting walkability and “bikeability” audits, as well as leading community outreach and public engagement eff orts. “This grant will allow us to take an innovative approach to address one of the pressing climate challenges facing our most vulnerable communities,” said Boston Region MPO Central Transportation Planning Staff Executive Director Tegin Teich. “By leveraging cutting-edge data and working closely with our municipal and advocacy partners, we can create safer, cooler, and more comfortable spaces for people who walk, bike, and roll in our region.” www.advocatenews.net Boston Region MPO awarded $1M to lead urban heat relief project Interdisciplinary project to focus on reducing heat exposure for people who walk and bike in the Boston area T “As a pedestrian advocacy organization, we recognize the signifi cance of understanding the impact of heat exposure on individuals who walk and bike in our communities,” said WalkMassachusetts Co-Executive Director Brendan Kearney. “Identifying high-priority pedestrian network segments and implementing mitigation measures strongly aligns with our mission to create safer and more accessible walking environ“Heat island eff ect is particularly pronounced in Everett,” said Everett Mayor Carlo DeMaria. “The City of Everett is engaged in numerous eff orts to mitigate these challenges, and this project will provide better data and information to inform future projects and develop and construct those projects.” ments for all.” “As a past recipient of Municipal Vulnerability Preparedness grants to support our own heat safety initiatives, we’re thrilled to be partnering with the Boston Region MPO on this project,” said MyRWA Executive Director Patrick Herron. “The data from this project will help bridge intersections between transit jus Turco & Family tice and climate justice in our heat reduction programs by providing pertinent information to share with our municipal partners.” More information about the Municipal Vulnerability Preparedness Program can be found at https://resilient.mass. gov/mvp/ The Boston Region MPO is the regional agency responsible for conducting the transportation planning process for the Boston metropolitan area, which includes 97 cities and towns with a combined population of 3.4 million. The MPO develops a vision for the regional transportation system and allocates federal and state transportation funds to programs and projects that improve infrastructure for people walking, biking, taking transit and driving. Learn more at www.bostonmpo.org.
Page 14 THE REVERE ADVOCATE – FRIDAY, AUGUST 30, 2024 Orange Heart Medals pinned on local Vietnam Veterans at Beachmont VFW Ceremony By Th e Advocate U .S. soldiers who fought in the Vietnam war in the late 60s and 70s fought two enemies: the Viet Cong and later, the horrible eff ects of Agent Orange. The herbicide defoliant, which was originally produced in the United States since 1940, was used in industrial agriculture to stop plant growth. Although it’s no longer in production, it’s deadly reach is still haunting our veterans. Following a long battle to obtain benefi ts for veterans and their families, Bill H.R.4982 was submitted in 2021 and H.R.1728 was submitted in 2023, both “To establish the Agent Orange Veterans Service Medal.” They have yet to pass. So, the Orange Heart Medal Program was founded in recognition of the plight of our veterans, offering support individually or in groups. With a staggering 300,000 deaths between 1962-1971 accounted for thanks to the 11 million gallons of Agent Orange spilled over 20 million acres in Vietnam, a foundation was started by U.S. Navy veteran Ken Gamble of Tennessee; created as a 501c nonprofi t, the Orange Heart Medal Foundation presented a $25,000 grant, distributing 6,000 Orange Heart medals. On Sunday, August 25, the veterans and families of Revere Beachmont VFW Post 6712 gathered to watch a loved one, friend or comrade receive the Orange Heart Medal. Quartermaster Gerry Goodwin, along with his committee and supporters, fl ew in U.S. Army veteran and victim of Agent Orange Bobby Tyner from South Carolina to present the Orange Heart Medals. Post 6712 Chaplain Dan Hernandez with the opening prayer Boston Police Offi cer Stephen McNulty performed the National Anthem. Orange Heart Medal recipients join Post Commander Ken Holgersen, Gerry Goodwin and Deana DeMarzo outside the Post. The Gold Star Scholarship was presented to Jaelyn Sirois of Lynn. Jaelyn is attending St. Mary’s High School in Lynn. Her father served two tours in Afghanistan and was killed in a training accident in South Korea in 2021. Presenting the scholarship for $20,000 to Jaelyn was Deana DeMarzo. Also in the photo are Ralph, Tawnie and Londyn Sirois. The Winthrop American Legion Post 146 was the Honor Guard for the Orange Heart Medal Ceremony, with members also receiving the Orange Heart Medal.
THE REVERE ADVOCATE – FRIDAY, AUGUST 30, 2024 Page 15 The Poisoned Patriots and U.S. Marines Leo McKaskle and Bobby DeAmelio were on hand to support their comrades and the Vietnam veterans that were presented Orange Heart Medals. For special service and duty above and beyond for his fellow comrades, and for the months of organizing this day for well-deserving Vietnam vets, Gerry Goodwin received the fi rst non-Vietnam Veteran Orange Heart Medal, presented by Mary and Bobby Tyner from the Foundation. Goodwin received a standing ovation from the veterans and spectators for his unselfi sh dedication to all veterans of all wars. Post 6712 Commander U.S. Navy veteran Ken Holgersen (left) received Orange Heart Flags for the post from Bobby Tyner, representing the Orange Heart Foundation. Paul Cacchiotti accepts the Orange Heart Medal for Joseph N. Repici. Veteran Thomas Basciano receives the Orange Heart Medal from Mary and Bob Tyner. Bob Tyner presents Gerry Goodwin a hat for veteran Charles Monahan, who suff ers from Agent Orange. Veteran Brian Rodrigues accepts the Orange Heart Medal for Robert Stebbins. Veteran Bob Silva receives his Orange Heart Medal. Veteran Sal Naso is presented his Orange Heart Medal. State Representative Jeff Turco (third from right) joins the crew at the Beachmont VFW: From left: Dist. VFW Commander Kim Emerling, Gerry Goodwin, Orange Heart Medal recipient Sal Naso, Revere Veterans Service Offi cer Isaac McDaniel, Mike Leonard (donated the crane to hoist the fl ag) Representative Turco, City Council Vice President Ira Novoselsky (Ward 2) and Bobby DeAmelio. On hand for the Orange Heart Ceremony: Julia Cervantes of the Veterans Service Offi ce, Post Commander Ken Holgersen, Boston City Councillor Erin Murphy, Master of Ceremonies Gerry Goodwin, Ward 5 Councillor Angela Guarino-Sawaya, Brian Rodrigues, Chaplain Dan Hernandez.
Page 16 THE REVERE ADVOCATE – FRIDAY, AUGUST 30, 2024 Amazon donates 1,000 backpacks filled with supplies for back-to-school bash By Tara Vocino A s part of the ongoing partnership between the City of Revere and Amazon, Revere Public Schools families received free backpacks fi lled with supplies at a back-toschool event at the Revere High School Fieldhouse last Thursday night. The giveaway is the city’s largest to-date and helps supply students from across the district to support them in a successful start to the school year. Approximately 250 people attended the event. School Committee Secretary John Kingston handed out a backpack. Shown from left to right: A.C. Whelan fi rst-grader David Martin Salazar, Elizabeth Cruz, Jacoba Polo, Amazon Community Engagement Lead Jerome Smith and Mayor Patrick Keefe with pencils in hand. School Committee Vice Chair Jacqueline Monterroso with Senior Center Administrative Clerk Mina Canas during last Thursday’s back-to-school bash at Revere High School. (Advocate photos by Tara Vocino) Shown from left to right: Bella Stamatopoulos, Rose Burns and Taylor Giuff re-Catalano checked in students. Shown from left to right: A.C. Whelan Elementary School students, including kindergartener Yasmin Benayad, third-graders Tuba Benayad and Emily Mendoza, her mother Rosa Castaneda, Nahomy Mendoza and third-grader Valentina Acosta Soto. School Committee member Stacey Bronsdon-Rizzo, Councillor-at-Large candidate Stephen Damiano, Lincoln School preschool teacher Kaycee Lynch, Lincoln preschooler Isabella Colleran, 4, Aliza Colleran, 4, and Micah Colleran, 5, with their mother, Laura Colleran. Garfi eld School sixth-grader Ireylis De Jesus, 11, Whelan School fourth-grader Esmeralda De Jesus, 9, Whelan second-grader Inayah De Jesus, 7, and Oreo, 1 month, and Superintendent Dr. Dianne Kelly. Abraham Lincoln School kindergartener Maihwish Khatun, 5, and fourth-grader Mareen Khatun, 9, and their mother, Isnaetra Khatun, with Mayor Patrick Keefe Abraham Lincoln Elementary School preschooler Dakota Lucia, 3, and Ashley Ciampa. Shown from left to right: Amazon Public Relations Offi cer Michael Murphy, Revere Operations Manager Michael McLaughlin, Amazon Community Engagement Lead Jerome Smith, Revere Mayoral Chief of Staff Claudia Correa and Revere Assistant Superintendent of Equity and Inclusion Dr. Lourenço Garcia. Susan B. Anthony School eighth-graders Ashley Cela and Ayla Collaku, 13, and Paul Revere School secondgrader Aira Cela, 7 with School Committee members Aisha Milbury Ellis and Anthony Caggiano Revere High School sophomore Isabel, 16, and Staff Sergeant James J. Hill Elementary School fourth-grader Julietta Londono, 10, with Councillor-at-Large candidate Stephen Damiano
THE REVERE ADVOCATE – FRIDAY, AUGUST 30, 2024 Page 17 Steady leadership sets the stage for success for Revere’s fall season By Dom Nicastro R evere High School is gearing up for another exciting fall sports season. This certainly helps heading in: every coach is back, and the one replacement the Patriots needed is a super successful winter sports coach who’s a familiar fall-season face. Ariana Rivera, who led the girls basketball program to a terrifi c 14-6 season last winter in just her fi rst season as head coach, makes another debut as she takes over as the girls soccer coach this fall. Serving as an assistant on the soccer fi eld last fall, she replaces Megan O’Donnell, who decided to focus on softball coaching alone. Last fall, O’Donnell’s Patriots went 161-1 last winter. All told: a solid group of returning coaches and one solid newcomer for the Patriots this fall. Athletics Director Frank Shea said the familiarity within the coaching staff is expected to play a signifi cant role in his fall teams’ success. With only one new coaching appointment, Shea expressed confi - dence in the stability and continuity of the program, which OBITUARIES Joseph Bertolino A longtime Revere resident passed away on August 20th, following a long illness at 88 years of age. Born in Marsala, Sicily, he was the son of Antonino and Angela (Chirco) Bertolino. He was born and raised in Sicily as a young man, he immigrated to the United States over 65 years ago, settling in East Boston, Ma. He married Antonina “Anna”, and the couple began their family soon relocating to Revere in the early 1960s. Joseph was a devoted husband and father. He worked for many years as a meat cutter at his brother-inlaw’s company, Bertolino Beef. He also spent a number of years working in the same capacity at J. Pace & Son in Saugus. Joseph worked up until the age of 80, when unfortunately, his health prevented him from doing so. Joseph and his wife shared 65 years of marriage together. Joseph was a handyman; he had the skill of working with his hands and there wasn’t a household project he wasn’t afraid to tackle. He enjoyed completing numerous projects and improvements around his home. He is the beloved husband of Antonina “Anna” Bertolino of Revere. Devoted father of Angela Prezioso and her husband Angelo of East Boston, Joanne Leone and her husband Giovanni of Revere and Paula Cavaliero and her husband Carmine of Dracut. Cherished grandfather of Josephine King and her husband John, Vincent Prezioso and his wife Katherine, Antonina Prezioso, Nicolina, Antonella and Alexandra Leone, and Joanna and Anthony Cavaliero. Adored great grandfather of Johnny and Julius King. Dear brother of the late Antonino, Francesco, and Pietro Bertolino, Antonina Rallo, Paolina Bertolino and Gaspare Bertolino. He is also lovingly survived by many nieces, nephews, cousins and family in the U.S. and in Italy. Family and friends were invited to attend Visiting Hours on Friday, August 23rd in the Vertuccio Smith & Vazza, Beechwood Home for Funerals, Revere. His Funeral was conducted from the Funeral Home on Saturday, August 24th at 10:00 a.m., followed by a Funeral Mass in St. Anthony of Padua Church, Revere. Interment followed in Woodlawn Cemetery, Everett. In lieu of flowers, remembrances may be made to the Bronchiectasis and NTM Initiative (COPD Foundation) 3300 Ponce de Leon Blvd, Miami, Florida 33134 or by visiting https:// www.bronchiectasisandntminitiative.org/donation Lucy (Gatto) Perullo love for all who were privileged to know her. Her thoughtful nature, inner strength, and limitless love for her family and friends formed the foundation of her extraordinary life. Additionally, Lucy’s deep dedication to her faith was the guiding light that enriched her life and the lives of those around her. Lucy’s journey took her from being raised in Revere, graduated from RHS Class of ‘48, to working as a supervisor at the Federal Reserve Bank of Boston, where she served with dedication until her retirement. Lucy loved to cook, enjoyed Zumba, and bowling, but shopping always held the top spot. Lucy was an enthusiastic sports fan, she supported the Bruins, Red Sox, and NE Patriots. She was the most passionate about cheering on her children and grandchildren in their athletic pursuits. Lucy’s life was greatly blessed A lifelong resident of Revere. Entered into rest at her home on August 26, 2024 at the age of 94. Lucy was a shining example of loyalty, compassion, and by the deep love she shared with her late husband, Charles Perullo. Together, they created a warm home fi lled with laughter and love. Lucy’s greatest joy was her children and grandchildren the center of her universe. She is survived by her three children: daughter LouAnn and her husband Christopher Stanton of Melrose, daughter Mary and her husband David O’Neill of Bridgewater, and son Charlie and his wife Joanne (DeSimone) Perullo of Revere. Lucy also leaves behind fi ve grandchildren: Charlie Perullo, Nicole Perullo and her fi - ancé Austin, James Perullo, Kristen and Tim Mickiewicz, and Kati and Tyler Begen, as well as two great-granddaughters, Cali and Isabella. Lucy was predeceased by her beloved sister the late Anna and Eddie Boyce of ME. She is survived by numerous nieces and nephews, and her cherished Savage St. family. Lucy will be forever treasured and deeply missed by all who knew and loved her. A visitation for Lucy will be held on Friday, August 30, 2024, at Paul Buonfi glio Funeral Home 128 Revere Street, Revere, MA 0215 from 4:00pm — 8:00PM. Service at the Funeral Home on Saturday, August 31st 9:00AM followed by church service at St. Mary’s church 10AM. Relatives and friends are kindly invited. In lieu of fl owers please consider making a donation in Lucy’s memory to MGH Cancer research. https://giving.massgeneral.org/donate/cancer-center Maureen Chamberlin O f Revere. It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Maureen Chamberlin, on August 25. Born on April 1, 1946, to the late Neil and Helen (Bryan) Gillis, Maureen spent her formative years in Charlestown before settling in Revere, Massachusetts. Widely recognized for her compassionate demeanor, Maureen’s generosity knew no bounds. She was a real-life testament to the idea that giving was more satisfying than receiving. She had a tremendous sense of humor and no one ever had to guess what Maureen was thinking! Maureen’s home in Revere was a sanctuary of love and joy. It was the epicenter of pool parties and family gatherings that she adored hosting. Her joy in decorating for every holiday, especially Christmas and St. Patrick’s Day, was infectious, creating an ambiance that warmly welcomed all who visited. For Maureen, family was not just an important thing, it was everything. Maureen was the beloved wife to the late Ret. Lt. Stephen Chamberlin Sr of the Revere Fire Dept. She is survived by her children, Stacey Buonfi - glio and her husband Paul Buonfi glio III of Lynnfi eld, Stephen Chamberlin Jr. and his wife Angela of Revere, and Amy Chamberlin of Revere. Her siblings, Neil Gillis and his late wife Peggy of East Dennis, Jane Gillis Ryle of Medford, Eileen Gillis of Revere, Nancy Russell and her late husband David of ME, Joe and Linda Bryan of Andover, Linda Bard of Melrose and the late Ann Collins and Bobby and Kay Gillis. Grandmother of Paul S. Buonfiglio and his wife Bianca, Alexandra Walsh and her husband Casey, Ava Buonfiglio, and Nicholas Chamberlin. Great grandmother of Roman, Lorenzo, and Paul Vincent Buonfi glio, and Joseph Walsh. Aunt to Cheryl, Karen, David, Patrick, Johnny, Mary Helen, Vanessa, Jacquelyn, Michelle, Krissy, Bryan, Katie, Ruthie, Mack, Owen, Kristen and the late Paul. She will be sorely missed by all who knew her. A Visitation to honor Maureen was held at the Paul Buonfi glio & Sons Funeral Home Revere on Wednesday August 28. A Funeral Mass was held on Thursday at St. Anthony of Padua Church, Revere. Private Interment. In lieu of flowers donations can be made to the Alzheimer’s Association 225 N. Michigan Ave., Fl. 17, Chicago, IL 60601 or at http://act.alz.org. In her, Maureen’s spirit of love, generosity, and compassion will continue to live on. She leaves behind a legacy of warmth and aff ection that will continue to resonate in our hearts. he believes will be crucial for the upcoming season. “It’s a big advantage for us, especially since the kids already know what to expect, and the coaches can hit the ground running,” Shea said. “Ariana was already part of the soccer staff , so it’s not like someone new is stepping SPORTS | SEE Page 21 Frank Shea RHS Athletics Director
Page 18 THE REVERE ADVOCATE – FRIDAY, AUGUST 30, 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 GET A FREE SUBSCRIPTION TO MASSTERLIST — Join more than 22,000 people, from movers and shakers to political junkies and interested citizens, who start their weekday morning with MASSterList—the popular newsletter that chronicles news and informed analysis about what’s going on up on Beacon Hill, in Massachusetts politics, policy, media and influence. The stories are drawn from major news organizations as well as specialized publications. MASSterlist will be e-mailed to you FREE every Monday through Friday morning and will give you a leg up on what’s happening in the blood sport of Bay State politics. For more information and to get your free subscription, go to: https://massterlist.com/ subscribe/ THE HOUSE AND SENATE: Beacon Hill Roll Call records local representatives’ votes on roll calls from recent sessions. There were no roll calls in the House or Senate last week. $650,000 FOR MICROLOANS TO BUSINESSES (H 4800) House 155-2, overrode Gov. Healey’s veto of $650,000 (reducing funding from $1.5 million to $850,000) for loans to small businesses. The Senate did not act on the veto so the veto stands and the $650,000 was eliminated. “I am reducing this item to the amount projected to be necessary due to the availability of alternative resources,” said Gov. Healey in her veto message. “This operating funding overlaps with alternative capital funding in the fi scal year 2025 Capital Investment Plan intended to support this purpose. Specifi cally, capital grants for Community Development Financial Institutions will be utilized to complement this funding in support of small businesses and microbusinesses.” (A “Yes” vote is for the $650,000. A “No” vote is against it.) Rep. Jessica Giannino Yes Rep. Jeff Turco Yes $7.5 MILLION FOR PROGRAMS TO ENCOURAGE STATE COLLEGE GRADUATES TO BECOME PUBLIC SCHOOL TEACHERS (H 4800) House 134-24, overrode Gov. Healey’s veto of $7.5 million (reducing funding from $10 million to $2.5 million) for programs to encourage graduates of the state’s public colleges to work as public school teachers. The Senate did not act on the veto so the veto stands and the $7.5 million was eliminated. “I am reducing this item to the amount projected to be necessary,” said Gov. Healey in her veto message. “The amount as adjusted here, in combination with the available balance from fi scal year 2024, is suffi cient to meet projected demand and result in no reduction to fi scal year 2025 spending for this item.” (A “Yes” vote is for the $7.5 million. A “No” vote is against it.) Rep. Jessica Giannino Yes Rep. Jeff Turco Yes $875,000 FOR COLLEGE AND CAREER READINESS PROGRAM (H 4800) House 154-4, overrode Gov. Healey’s veto of the entire $875,000 for a statewide college and career readiness program implemented by JFYNetWorks, a nonprofi t corporation, to provide online instructional curricula to help students meet the Massachusetts state standards at each grade level and reduce learning loss and achievement gaps. The program would also prepare students for required assessments and college placement tests in middle school and high school. The Senate did not act on the veto so the veto stands and the $875,000 was eliminated. “I am vetoing this item because it is not consistent with my House [budget] recommendation,” said Gov. Healey in her veto message. (A “Yes” vote is for the $875,000. A “No” vote is against it.) Rep. Jessica Giannino Yes Rep. Jeff Turco Yes ALSO UP ON BEACON HILL MATERNAL HEALTH (H 4999) — Gov. Healey signed into law a maternal health bill that would require certifi ed professional midwives and lactation consultants to be licensed; encourage the creation of more freestanding birth centers; establish a grant program to address maternal mental health and substance use disorder; expand the statewide universal postpartum home visiting program; and mandate that insurers provide coverage for postpartum depression and major depressive disorder screenings for perinatal individuals. “Massachusetts is home to the best health care, but there was work to be done to improve birth options and health equity for families across the state,” said Gov. Healey. “These important expansions in the law will help make it both safer and easier to start and grow a family here in Massachusetts, while making sure that women can make the best health care decisions for themselves.” “Massachusetts is renowned for its world-class hospitals and health care facilities, and this legislation builds on that legacy by prioritizing maternal health care needs and providing expanded childbirth options for the commonwealth’s residents,” said House Minority Leader Rep. Brad Jones (R-North Reading). “In addition to creating a formal licensing process for certifi ed professional midwives and lactation consultants, this legislation will off er expectant parents access to a wide range of services to ensure a successful pregnancy and childbirth, including universal postpartum home visits and postpartum depression screenings.” “I am proud that this important legislation will take positive steps toward addressing the disparities in maternal healthcare,” said Sen. Patrick O’Connor (R-Weymouth). “Strengthening access to physical and mental health in Massachusetts will provide a more inclusive support system that keeps parents and children healthy as they embark on their new journey. Every single family in our commonwealth deserves high quality care and support. Not only are we safeguarding the health of new families, but also laying a stronger foundation for future generations.” “These investments are part of our commitment across agencies to eliminate disparities in maternal health care that have led to worse outcomes in some communities and for people of color — especially Black birthing people,” said Health and Human Services Secretary Kate Walsh. “We are taking specifi c steps in designated communities to support the most disproportionately impacted residents and help provide much needed access to equitable perinatal and postpartum care.” EARLY IN-PERSON VOTING IS OPEN FROM SATURDAY, AUGUST 24 THROUGH FRIDAY, AUGUST 30 — Early in-person voting in the upcoming September 3 state primaries kicked off Saturday, August 24 and runs through Friday, August 30. Under Massachusetts law, all cities and towns in Massachusetts are required to off er early voting. Secretary of State Bill Galvin recommends voters check their city or town’s early voting schedule to fi nd out what days and hours they can vote early. “With the primaries being held on the day after Labor Day, some voters may prefer to vote by mail or to vote early, especially if they have children going back to school that day,” Galvin said. “The early voting period gives you the chance to vote on whichever day you prefer, at your convenience.” Voters who applied to vote by mail, but have not yet returned a ballot can still vote in person, if they wish. Those who have already returned their mail-in ballot will be marked off on the voting list and will not be able to vote again. For more information, go to www.VoteInMA.com to find your community’s early voting locations and schedule. $3.75 MILLION TO ADDRESS OPIOID CRISIS — The Healey administration announced $3.75 million in grants to 18 grassroots organizations to help reduce the harm caused by the opioid epidemic in communities disproportionately impacted by overdose deaths. The grants are awarded through the Mosaic Opioid Recovery Partnership, a new grant program designed to support underserved communities and populations that have experienced a high rate of opioid-related overdose deaths. “Too many Massachusetts families have been devastated by the impacts of substance use disorder and we have been doing everything in our power to reduce overdoses and save lives,” said Gov. Healey. “These awards underscore our commitment to equitable access to necessary resources for prevention, recovery and treatment programs in communities disproportionately impacted by the opioid epidemic.” “These grants ensure that opioid settlement funds are invested in community organizations that are working at the grassroots level but face challenges in competing for grant funding,” said Undersecretary of Health Kiame Mahaniah. “We’re hopeful that these diverse organizations will now have the ability to build on their substance use disorder programming while centering the voices of the community they know so well and who have been directly impacted by the overdose crisis.” MBTA’S INCOME-ELIGIBLE REDUCED FARE PROGRAM BEGINS ON SEPTEMBER 4 — The MBTA announced that expanded access to reduced fares for income-eligible riders begins on Wednesday, September 4, 2024. This new program provides riders who are aged 18-64 and have low income, with reduced one-way fares of approximately 50 percent off on all travel inclujding MBTA buses, subways, commuter rail and The RIDE. The online application is available at mbta.com/income-eligible The application can be completed in English, Spanish, Portuguese, Simplifi ed Chinese, Traditional Chinese, Haitian-Creole or Vietnamese. The launch also includes the availability of in-person support at fi ve locations around the MBTA service area. For more information, call 617-222-3200. QUOTABLE QUOTES “Our audit found that, under prior leadership, the Convention Center cherry-picked when it was convenient or not convenient to follow public records law, Chapter 30B, alongside its own policies and procedures with regard to state procurement and contracting. Deeply troubling is also the fact that pri
THE REVERE ADVOCATE – FRIDAY, AUGUST 30, 2024 Page 19 or leadership violated the law in executing a $1.2 million nondisclosure agreement — concealing allegations of racial discrimination.” ---State Auditor DiZoglio upon the release of her audit of the Massachusetts Convention Center Authority. “Absenteeism is really a manifestation of an unmet need. Schools off er counseling, extracurricular activities, meals and the chance to learn with and from students’ peers. If students aren’t there, they can’t benefi t from these opportunities and are missing out on so much more than their education.” ---Massachusetts Education Secretary Patrick Tutwiler announcing the Healy administration’s “Your Presence is Powerful” campaign as part of its continued efforts to reduce chronic absenteeism and support students getting back into the classroom where they have access to a variety of supports, including universal free school meals and mental health services. “Yes, a median sale price of $650,000 was a new all-time high for the month of July, and month after month prices are setting new records, but price gains are smaller than they could be. Interest rates are more than double where they were two years ago, and I’m certain prices would be even higher without those changes.” ---Cassidy Norton, Associate Publisher and Media Relations Director of The Warren Group announcing the median single-family sale price in the Bay State rose to $650,000 — an increase of 6.6 percent from the $610,000 price tag in July 2023. 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 BEACON | SEE Page 21 Revere residents to participate in Boston Marathon® Jimmy Fund Walk presented by Hyundai Iconic fundraising walk for Dana-Farber Cancer Institute to support all forms of cancer research and care S ix residents from Revere will participate in the Boston What Are the Early Signs and Symptoms of Diabetes? Dear Savvy Senior, What are the early signs and symptoms of diabetes? I’m 60 years old, and in pretty good shape, but was just diagnosed with type 2 diabetes. What did I miss? Diabetic Dan Dear Dan, The signs and symptoms of type 2 diabetes can be so mild that many people miss them. That’s why testing is so important. Here’s what you should know. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention more than 38 million Americans have diabetes today, and another 97 million have prediabetes, but many of them don’t even know they have it. Type 2 diabetes is a disease that develops slowly over decades. Most people have prediabetes for a long time before the disease becomes full-blown diabetes, and even then, it progresses gradually. Diabetes occurs when your blood glucose, also called blood sugar, is too high. This excess blood sugar damages blood vessels and aff ects circulation, putting you at risk for a host of ailments, from heart attack and stroke to blindness, kidney failure and nerve damage. Signs and Symptoms So how can you tell if you have diabetes? The earliest signs, which are usually subtle, including urinating more frequently (often at night), being thirster and hungrier than usual, weight loss without trying, feeling very tired, having dry itchy skin and blurry vision. And the symptoms that can indicate advanced diabetes and long-term damage has occurred includes cuts or sores that heal slowly, having more infections than usual, and pain or numbness in your feet or legs. Who Should Get Tested? Because prediabetes typically causes no outward symptoms, and the signs of early type 2 diabetes can easily be missed, the only way to know for sure if you have it is to get a blood test. Everyone age 45 years or older should consider getting tested for diabetes, especially if you are overweight with a body mass index (BMI) above 25. See CDC.gov/bmi to calculate your BMI. If you are younger than 45 but are overweight, or have high blood pressure, a family history of diabetes, or belong to an ethnic group (Latino, Asian, African or Native American) at high risk for diabetes, you should get checked too. To help you determine your risk for diabetes, the American Diabetes Association (ADA) has a quick, online risk test you can take for free at Diabetes.org/ risk-test. Diabetes Tests There are three diff erent tests your doctor can give you to diagnosis diabetes. The most common is the “fasting plasma glucose test,” which requires an eight-hour fast before you take it. There’s also the “oral glucose tolerance test” to see how your body processes sugar, and the “hemoglobin A1C test” that measures your average blood sugar over the past three months. It can be taken anytime regardless of when you ate. Most private health insurance plans and Medicare cover diabetes tests, however, if you’re reluctant to visit your doctor to get tested, an alternative is to go to the drug store, buy a blood glucose meter and test yourself at home. They cost around $20. If you fi nd that you are prediabetic or diabetic, you need to see your doctor to develop a plan to get it under control. In many cases lifestyle changes like losing weight, exercising, eating a healthy diet and cutting back on carbohydrates may be all you need to do to get your diabetes under control. For others who need more help, many medications are available. For more information on diabetes and prediabetes or to fi nd help, join a lifestyle change program recognized by the CDC (CDC.gov/diabetes-prevention). These programs offer in-person and online classes in more than 1,500 locations throughout the U.S. 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. Marathon® Jimmy Fund Walk presented by Hyundai on Sunday, October 6. Giada Caruso, Renee Griffi n, Geraldine Cole, Marilyn Hammer, Andrea Testa and Lily Garceau, along with thousands of other walkers, will participate in the iconic annual event that will unite the community to raise funds to support all forms of adult and pediatric care and research at the nation’s premier cancer center, Dana-Farber Cancer Institute. The Jimmy Fund Walk has raised more than $176 million for Dana-Farber in its 35-year history, raising a record-breaking $9.4 million in 2023. “For 35 years, the Jimmy Fund Walk has continuously supported lifesaving research and cancer care at Dana-Farber. Our goal is to build off of the momentum we’ve established throughout that history, and in 2024, aim to surpass our total from last year by raising $9.5 million,” says Dana-Farber Cancer Institute Assistant VP of Event Fundraising Caitlin Fink. “Fighting cancer is what we do. The Walk unites our community under a common goal — to defy cancer together.” One Walk, Four Distances, For All Cancers The Jimmy Fund Walk is the only organized walk permitted to use the famed Boston Marathon® course, and participants have the fl exibility to choose from four distance options: 5K walk (from Dana-Farber’s Longwood Medical Campus); 10K walk (from Newton); Half Marathon walk (from Wellesley); and Marathon walk (from Hopkinton). Walkers can participate virtually as well. Whatever route participants choose, they will be supported by hundreds of volunteers and treated to refueling stations with refreshments throughout the course. Postersized photographs of patients — Jimmy Fund Walk Heroes — are the heart of the event and appear along the course as inspiration. All routes will conclude at the Jimmy Fund Walk Finish Line Powered by Schneider Electric at Boston Common, by the corner of Charles and Beacon Streets. Finish line activities will include a celebration with food and entertainment. To register for the Walk (#JimmyFundWalk) or to support a walker, visit www.JimmyFundWalk.org or call 866531-9255. Registrants can enter the promo code NEWS for $5 off the registration fee. All registered walkers will receive a bib, medal and Jimmy Fund Walk T-shirt. About The Jimmy Fund The Jimmy Fund is comprised of community-based fundraising events and other programs that, solely and directly, benefi t Dana-Farber Cancer Institute’s lifesaving mission to provide compassionate patient care and groundbreaking cancer research for children and adults. The Jimmy Fund is an offi cial charity of the Boston Red Sox, the Massachusetts Chiefs of Police Association, the Pan-Mass Challenge and the Variety Children’s Charity of New England. Since 1948, the generosity of millions of people has helped The Jimmy Fund save countless lives and reduce the burden of cancer for patients and families worldwide. Follow The Jimmy Fund on Facebook, X and Instagram: @TheJimmyFund. About Dana-Farber Cancer Institute Dana-Farber is one of the world’s leading centers of cancer research and treatment. Dana-Farber’s mission is to reduce the burden of cancer through scientifi c inquiry, clinical care, education, community engagement and advocacy. Dana-Farber is a federally designated Comprehensive Cancer Center and a teaching affi liate of Harvard Medical School. The organization provides the latest treatments in cancer for adults through Dana-Farber Brigham Cancer Center and for children through Dana-Farber/ Boston Children’s Cancer and Blood Disorders Center. DanaFarber is the only hospital nationwide with a top 5 U.S. News & World Report Best Cancer Hospital ranking in both adult and pediatric care. As a global leader in oncology, Dana-Farber is dedicated to a unique and equal balance between cancer research and care, translating the results of discovery into new treatments for patients locally and around the world — off ering more than 1,100 clinical trials.
Page 20 THE REVERE ADVOCATE – FRIDAY, AUGUST 30, 2024 Revere Parks & Rec celebrates successful summer of programming and events Youngsters attended more than 20 programs and camps; 125 Revere youths employed Special to Th e Advocate T he City of Revere Department of Parks and Recreation was delighted to announce the reYARD SALE Huge multi-family Yard Sale Saturday, 8/31 from 9AM-2PM. NO EARLY RISERS Please! 12 SUMMIT AVENUE, Saugus RAIN DATE: Sat., 9/7 - 9-2 sounding success of its diverse summer programs, camps and events. With over 1,200 youngsters participating in various activities, this summer has been a testament to the community’s vibrant spirit and commitment to youth engagement. The summer lineup was a mix of activities catering to all interests and age groups. The everpopular Summer Adventures camp provided a safe and fun environment for children to explore and learn, while the iconic Movie Night on the Beach series continued to be a local favorite. Events like the weekly Sunday Concert Series fostered community, while competitive basketball leagues off ered opportunities for athletic growth and teamwork. The Parks and Recreation Department also hosted weekly fi eld trips to exciting New England destinations, including Canobie Lake Park. Some additional highlights: Sports Madness, the full-day fi eld trip to Six Flags and the annual Fourth of July event, a mainstay that attracts more than 1,000 people annually. In addition, there were simple days spent at one of Revere’s local parks, where “Meet the Princess” and “Meet the Superhero” pop-up events regularly drew crowds of 50+ children. “The Parks and Recreation Department is a staple for Summers in Revere,” said Mayor Patrick M. Keefe Jr. “Whether it be a fun camp for kids, an employment opportunity for our students, a fi tness activity for our adults, or a concert series for our seniors, Revere Parks and Rec makes an eff ort to reach residents far and wide. I had a lot of fun at their events this summer and in past summers, and I know countless families, including my own, who have benefi tted from the quality programming over the years.” - LEGAL NOTICE - 1. On Aug. 30, 1905, what baseball player — receiving the most votes in the fi rst baseball Hall of Fame — debuted in the MLB for the Detroit Tigers? 2. What is the most diverse and largest continent? 3. On Aug. 31, 1930, Dudley “Big Tiny” Little was born; he was a pianist in the “champagne music makers” on what TV show? 4. What three words is Yelp derived from? 5. On Sept. 1, 1897, the USA’s first underground subway opened in Boston — named after what street that has the same name as a church? 6. A Kiwi is a person who lives in or is from what island country? 7. Which came first: the U.S. Department of Labor or Labor Day? 8. Aside from “nitwit,” what does dingbat mean? 10. What comedian whose first name was Julius said, “All people are born alike — except Republicans and Answers 9. On Sept. 2, 1945, Ho Chi Minh declared Vietnam’s independence from what country? Democrats”? 11. What country has officially declared a four-day work week? 12. What tech product is called clamshell? 13. On Sept. 3, 1838, biracial Frederick Douglass escaped from slavery; for a while he lived in what two eastern Massachusetts cities? 14. In the fi rst two U.S. elections, who handled nominations for president? 15. In what year did the Fair Labor Standards Act protect children from being employees: 1878, 1920 or 1938? 16. What character named Jo said, “Don’t try to make me grow up before my time…”? 17. September 4 is National Wildlife Day; what rabbit species is native to Massachusetts? 18. In what ancient culture was Bastet a cat goddess? 19. On Sept. 5, 2001, scientists described evidence that there is what at the center of the Milky Way? 20. In what year was the first commercially sold pumpkin pie spice: 1915, 1934 or 1947? Estate of: Also known as: Date of Death: CITATION ON PETITION FOR ORDER OF COMPLETE SETTLEMENT A Petition for has been filed by of requesting that the court enter a formal Decree of Complete Settlement including the allowance of a final account and other such relief as may be requested in the Petition. REVERETV | FROM Page 7 event for kids put on by Revere Parks and Recreation. The Revere Commission on Disabilities put on their fi rst All Abilities Day at Revere Beach as a time for everyone to gather and provide safe access for all to enjoy the beach. Election Commissioner Paul Fahey visited RevereTV to create informational videos about the upcoming election regarding when and how to vote. These videos include many dates to be aware of, so to pause as you watch, you can view these videos on YouTube as well. For all offi cial information about the election process in Revere, always refer to the Elections and Voting webpage on revere.org or reach out to the Election Department. This week’s “In The Loop” PSA mentions several ways to enjoy fresh fruits and veggies right here in our city! Check out the new Mobile Market on Thursdays at Sandler Square from 3 to 6 p.m., where “New Entry” brings fresh produce right to your neighborhood. Also, don’t miss the Revere Beach Farmers’ Market happening every Friday until September 27 at Waterfront Square from 12 to 4 p.m. Both markets accept SNAP, HIP, WIC and Senior Vouchers. Tune in next week on RevereTV and YouTube to stay “In The Loop.” Department of Parks and Recreation Director Michael Hinojosa said, “Summer is my favorite time of the year. Being able to provide outdoor recreational opportunities is what makes my job so special. Thank you to all who have attended; we are especially looking forward to meeting new people in our upcoming fall programming.” For more information about fall programming and future events, please visit www.revererec.org or contact Parks and Recreation directly at recreation@revere.org. 1. Ty Cobb 2. Asia 3. “The Lawrence Welk Show” 4. Help and Yellow Pages 5. The Tremont Street Line (Tremont Temple) 6. New Zealand 7. Labor Day (1894) — Department of Labor (1913) with a hinge 8. A typographical ornament or symbol 9. France 10. “Groucho” Marx 11. None; some have tested it or allow some employees to work less days for the same hours. 12. A phone that is opened and closed 13. Lynn and New Bedford 14. The Electoral College 15. 1938 16. Jo in “Little Women” 17. New England cottontail 18. Egyptian 19. A black hole 20. 1934 (by McCormick & Company)
THE REVERE ADVOCATE – FRIDAY, AUGUST 30, 2024 Page 21 SPORTS | FROM Page 17 in,” Shea explained. “She has coaching experience, knows the kids, knows the program and she’s already proven herself with the basketball team.” Rivera’s transition to head coach is expected to be seamless, building on the momentum the team established last year. The girls’ soccer team had an impressive season, and with Rivera at the helm, there’s optimism that they can replicate or even surpass that success. “She had a fantastic fi rst year as the head coach of the basketball team, and we’re hoping she can bring that same energy and success to the soccer fi eld,” Shea added. As for the boys’ soccer team, the program continues to thrive with strong participation numbers. Shea reported that the team is seeing numbers in the mid to high 70s, a testament to the sport’s popularity among students. Revere went 9-3-3 last fall and brings back Coach Manuel Lopes. “We’ve always had solid numbers for boys’ soccer, and this year is no diff erent,” Shea said. “We expect even more to join once the freshmen get settled in.” Football, another cornerstone of Revere High School’s athletic program, is also poised for a strong season. Despite a slow start last year, the team BEACON | FROM Page 19 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 August 1923. the House met for a total of 30 minutes and the Senate met for a total of 15 minutes. Mon. August 19 No House session No Senate session Tues. August 20 House 11:01 a.m. to 11:10 a.m. Senate 11:30 a.m. to 11:34 a.m. Wed. August 21 No House session No Senate session Thurs. August 22 House 11:00 a.m. to 11:21 a.m. Senate 11:12 a.m. to 11:23 a.m. Fri. August 23 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 finished strong, and there’s hope that they can carry that momentum into this season. The football team opens at home with a non-leaguer against Whittier Tech of Haverhill on Friday, Sept. 6 at 6 p.m. Coach Lou Cicatelli is hoping the team can be victorious or at least very competitive in the fi rst couple of weeks, with that early success setting the tone for the rest of the season. However, Shea acknowledged that football participation is currently slightly lower than usual, with about 46 to 48 players as of the beginning of practices, compared to the typical mid-50s. 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Shea said the team is usually a little light when practices start but could get some player arrivals post-Labor Day and spike to the mid-50s. The golf team, which operates as a co-op with Malden High School, also continues to show promise. Despite being a relatively small team, with numbers in the teens, Shea is pleased with the level of participation, particularly for an urban school. They won the Greater Boston League championship last fall. “For an urban school, I think that’s a decent number,” he remarked. The co-op with Malden allows Revere students to practice at diff erent locations and gain valuable experience, which is benefi cial for their development, according to Shea. While many teams are thriving, some challenges remain, particularly with the crosscountry program. Shea mentioned that the team has struggled with participation in recent years, and this season is no diff erent. “We’d like to get 15 if we can, but that’s been a struggle the last couple of years,” Shea admitted, indicating that the school is still working to boost participation in this sport. Despite the challenges, Shea is pleased with the overall stability heading into the new school year. Looking beyond Revere High School, Shea reported that the Greater Boston League remains stable, with no major changes expected for the upcoming season. “Everything seems to be in place,” Shea confirmed, noting that the only significant change is a new athletic director at Lynn Classical. 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