Page 20 THE REVERE ADVOCATE – FRIDAY, OCTOBER 20, 2023 SUPPORT | FROM Page 1 Novoselsky gave a brief but emotional account of the attack, calling it another Holocaust. “Our hearts are with everyone who was lost,” said Novoselsky. “It’s not any group’s fault other than Hamas.” Novoselsky said he has a memorial light in his home for everyone who was killed. He asked that the Israeli flag be fl own at City Hall in a show of support. “Everything is totally scary, even for us. We don’t know who is going to come through that door and do it to us,” he added. Councillor-at-Large Anthony Zambuto said that percentage-wise the Hamas attack was worse than our 9/11. “It’s horrifi c what they did to babies, women and children – completely inhumane,” said Zambuto. “And I am disgusted with academia saying Hamas is equivalent to Israel.” Councillor-at-Large Dan RizPARKING | FROM Page 1 port employees while their usual parking facility is undergoing renovations. The plan involves 500 spaces in the parking garage and another 750 spaces in an unnamed, unspecifi ed overfl ow parking lot. The new commuters are scheduled to come to Revere by the end of the year, and councillors are angry. So far, no one from either agency has notifi ed the City Council about the parking plan. “We need to address this with Massport and the MBTA immediately,” said Councillor-at-Large Marc Silvestri. “These agencies speak out of both sides of their mouths. They ask people to take the train and then they take all the parking spaces.” Councillors were mad that they learned about the plan not COUNCIL | FROM Page 3 er, we can make Revere an even better place to live, work, and commute, Rhalimi said. Rhalimi holds a Master degree of Criminal Justice from Boston University. His educational background would be indispensable when interpreting and crafting local ordinances, policies, and regulations as a member of the city council. His knowledge can inform discussions and decisions related to public safety initiatives, law enforcement practices, and community policing. Currently the principal of Alliance Financial Group, Rhalimi’s experience in fi - nancial services provides him with a solid foundation in fi scal management and economic matters, valuable assets when it comes to zo off ered prayers and condolences for any residents who had family members impacted by the attack. “Councillor Novoselsky, I commend you for making it clear this wasn’t an Israeli/Palestinian issue. It was Hamas who was responsible and Hamas who must pay for it,” said Councillor-at-Large Marc Silvestri. Novoselsky also had some sharp criticism for School Superintendent Dianne Kelly, who made national news as one of a group of school superintendents who provided educators with a list of online learning sources to use while discussing the attack with students. It was found that a website called Learning for Justice, a program from the Southern Poverty Law Center, was among the material. Novoselsky said that is an anti-Semitic site that accused Israel of terrorism worse than that of the Palestinians, which we know is incorrect. “The superintendent babbled from Massport, but from a resident who is one of the employees being shifted to Wonderland. Joey Road resident Jill Atwood, who works for American Airlines, was at this week’s council meeting explaining everything she knows about the plan. “There are 1,250 people being driven out of Chelsea and they’re coming to Wonderland. They’ll be here by the end of the year,” Atwood told the council. Atwood said it’s a two-pronged issue. Airport employees will be taking parking spaces from commuters all over the North Shore. And in the case of the possibility of snow, Revere residents have always had preference for spaces in the garage to get their cars off the streets to make way for the plows. According to Atwood, Massport has said the parking shift won’t aff ect snow emergencies. the role of Councilor at-Large. Throughout his life, Rhalimi has actively engaged with the Revere community. He has volunteered with several local non-profi t organizations and has cultivated a deep understanding of the issues that matter most to residents. Local 17 is proof of that engagement and commitment; “Northeast Regional Council of SMART, Local 17’s People Committee is pleased to inform you that at its regular session, we voted to endorse your candidacy for election for Revere City Councillor at Large,” said Robert Butler union President. Rhalimi is dedicated to fostering a vibrant and inclusive community. His campaign platform is centered around key policy priorities that address the diverse needs of Revere’s residents. Rhalimi is committed to enhancing comsome words trying to get us to understand what she did, which is kinda fine, but you would think once she knew this was an anti-Semitic site and Revere was part of it, there would be a public apology. I’m totally disappointed and devastated that Revere didn’t take a stand and say an apology is due. She already said she wouldn’t apologize, which is disgusting,” said Novoselsky, adding that he had heard from people all over the country wanting to know what was going on in Revere. “I think the superintendent should step up and be a real person and have a little sympathy for the lives lost on both sides,” said Novoselsky. After the City Council voted unanimously to approve the resolution, Councillor-at-Large Steven Morabito proposed that the city light up the Markey Memorial Bridge with blue and white lights is a show of support for Israel. The City Council agreed. “As a Revere resident, I see an additional 500 cars coming into Revere every day, that’s going to be nuts,” Atwood told the council, adding that her union is fi ghting the plan. City Council President Pro Tempore Joanne McKenna’s reaction summed up the council’s feelings about Massport’s move. “How dare they not tell us?” asked McKenna. “We’re just fi nding out now from a resident?” Other councillors also expressed their frustration with the agencies. “Revere gets no respect,” said Ward 3 Councillor Anthony Cogliandro. “This is another variable of that. We shouldn’t be fi nding this out from a resident.” The council is requesting a meeting with Massport and MBTA offi cials to discuss the plan as soon as possible. munity engagement and transparency, ensuring public safety through community policing, and promoting sustainable economic development to create job opportunities. He is a strong advocate for aff ordable housing solutions and equitable housing policies, aiming to provide stable and aff ordable living options for all. Rhalimi also prioritizes education and youth empowerment, aiming to collaborate with local schools and organizations to improve education outcomes and provide meaningful opportunities for young residents. Vote Rhalimi to Revere Council at-Large on November 7th . For more information about the campaign, please visit RhalimiforRevere.org. You may email the committee at vote@rhalimiforrevere.org. 1. On Oct. 20, 1973, what opera house opened that includes sail-like structures in its design? 2. What namesake of a Massachusetts university said of the press, “It ought to serve as a forum for the people, through which the people may know freely what is going on. To misstate or suppress the news is a breach of trust”? 3. What non-state residents can vote in presidential elections? 4. Medford-borne abolitionist Lydia Maria Child in 1845 published “The New-England Boy’s Song about Thanksgiving Day,” which is better known as what? 5. On Oct. 21, 1960, the fourth debate between what senator and VP was broadcast? 6. What Salem-borne author stated, in an 1842 “Notebook,” “I cannot endure to waste anything so precious as autumnal sunshine by staying in the house”? 7. A Japanese bullet train has a theme of what popular fi ctional cat? 8. On Oct. 22, 1964, what northern country had a new fl ag design approved? 9. What U.S. state gave African Americans and single women the right to vote from the late 1700s to early 1800s: New Jersey, New York or VerAnswers mont? 10. Why do some animals cry? 11. On Oct. 23, 1941, what Disney animated musical fi lm about an elephant premiered? 12. Who created a fi ctional scarecrow and witches in a 1900 novel? 13. What country has a village named Westward Ho! after an 1855 historical novel of the same name: Australia, England or USA? 14. On Oct. 24, 1861, Western Union completed the fi rst transcontinental telegraph system; two days later what transport company ended? 15. Which president ran unopposed during the “era of good feelings” and got 80% of the popular vote? 16. How many legs does a spider have? 17. On Oct. 25, 1780, what “John” became the fi rst Massachusetts elected governor? 18. In what unincorporated U.S. territory is the capital city Pago Pago? 19. In what New England state is the town of Grover’s Corners in Edward Albee’s 1938 play “Our Town”? 20. October 26 is National Pumpkin Day; Guinness World Records’ largest pumpkin pie (in 2010 in New Bremen, Ohio) had a diameter of how many feet: 5, 10 or 20? 1. Sydney Opera House 2. Louis Brandeis 3. District of Columbia 4. “Over the River and Through the Wood” 5. John F. Kennedy and Richard Nixon 6. Nathaniel Hawthorne 7. Hello Kitty 8. Canada (the maple leaf design) 9. New Jersey (there were residency and property requirements) 10. To clear debris from their eyes. 11. “Dumbo” 12. L. Frank Baum (“The Wonderful Wizard of Oz”) 13. England 14. Pony Express 15. James Munroe 16. Eight 17. John Hancock 18. American Samoa 19. New Hampshire 20. 20
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