THE ADVOCATE - A HOUSEHOLD WORD IN REVERE Vol.29, No.43 -FREEwww.advocatenews.net Free Every Friday Schools preparing parent survey on remote learning By Adam Swift T his school year has presented challenges like no other in recent memory, and school offi cials are looking at ways to refi ne and improve remote learning in the midst of a pandemic. Later this fall, the schools will be sending out a survey to parents to get their input on remote learning. “The survey is still being developed,” said Assistant Superintendent Dr. Danielle Mokaba. “We expect that a little bit after Thanksgiving they will be pushed out to parents so that we can get some information on how remote learning, specifically, is going for their families.” Following a generally positive presentation on student engagement and attendance DR. DIANNE KELLY Superintendent of Schools at Tuesday’s School Committee meeting, Superintendent of Schools Dr. Dianne Kelly acknowledged that remote learning is not working for all of the district’s families. “We are enSURVEY | SEE Page 15 By Adam Swift ome members of the Revere Teachers Association (RTA) are expressing concerns about the operation of a private daycare service for students within several of the district’s elementary schools. Over the next several weeks, AlphaBEST Education will begin off ering childcare services for Revere students in the gymnasiums of the Hill and Lincoln elementary schools. During a School Committee meeting on Tuesday, several teachers said they are worried about bringing students into the schools while they are remote teaching from their classrooms during the Covid19 pandemic. As part of an agreement between the district and the RTA, teachers are required to teach from their classrooms three days per week, and can teach from their homes the oth781-286-8500 Friday, October 23, 2020 City officials warn of uptick in October COVID-19 cases By Adam Swift D uring a virtual COVID-19 Town Hall Wednesday night, Revere Fire Chief Christopher Bright had a special message for residents who think the pandemic is a hoax or who are otherwise not taking precautions seriously. “Please move closer to your screen, a little more, thank you,” Bright said as he lightly slapped his screen. “That was a virtual dope slap. It’s time to wake up, snap out of it and get with the program.” Bright joined Mayor Brian Arrigo and city Board of Health Chair Dr. Nathalee Kong for the forum, which addressed an uptick in COVID-19 cases in the city during the past month. While Bright couched COVID-19 | SEE Page 13 er two. “In August, Mayor [Brian] Arrigo said all schools would be opening remotely, since Revere was in the red zone and [they] have not been able to reopen for in-person learning because Revere is above two metrics for in-person learning per WAKE-UP TIME: Mayor Brian Arrigo addresses reporters at the new Express COVID-19 testing site at the Shops at Suff olk Downs with Gov. Charlie Baker and Lt. Gov. Karyn Polito on Tuesday. (Advocate photo by Josh London) RTA members question school childcare program S state guidelines,” said Melissa Randall, a seventh grade teacher. “Why is a private child and healthcare company being allowed to operate in our public, tax-funded schools, which have been closed since March to all 8,000 Revere public schools students? Why is AlphaBEST exCHILDCARE | SEE Page 12 empt while Revere continues to trend in the wrong direction for Covid cases?” RTA President Gina Garro said she appreciates that the district wants to help families and students who have isTHE CITY OF REVERE, MASSACHUSETTS LA CIUDAD DE REVERE, MASSACHUSETTS ELECTION DEPARTMENT ~ 281 BROADWAY REVERE, MA 02151 THE STATE ELECTION IS ON TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 3, 2020. THE POLLS OPEN AT 7:00 A.M. AND CLOSE AT 8:00 P.M. THE DEADLINE TO REGISTER TO VOTE OR SUBMIT VOTER REGISTRATION CHANGES IS SATURDAY, OCTOBER 24, 2020. THE ELECTION DEPARTMENT WILL BE OPEN UNTIL 8:00 P.M. ON THIS DATE. RESIDENTS MUST ENTER AT THE PLEASANT STREET ENTRANCE TO REVERE CITY HALL. THIS ENTRANCE IS HANDICAP ACCESSIBLE. $1.55 GALLON We accept: MasterCard * Visa * & Discover Price Subject to Change without notice 100 Gal. Min. 24 Hr. Service 781-286-2602 ONLINE VOTER REGISTRATION IS AVAILABLE AT https://www.sec.state.ma.us/ovr . 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THE REVERE ADVOCATE – FRIDAY, OCTOBER 23, 2020 Page 3 Licensing Commission approves license renewal fee waivers for 2021 By Adam Swift S ome struggling Revere businesses will be getting a break for 2021, thanks to the Licensing Commission. At its meeting on Wednesday afternoon, the commission voted to either eliminate or drastically reduce some renewal fees for next year, due to business struggles associated with the Covid-19 pandemic. Renewal fees will be waived for all on-premises liquor licenses and common victualler licenses; commercial parking lots will only have to pay 25 percent of their 2020 license fees, and Park and Fly lots will get a 50 percent reduction on renewals. Off - premise package store and beer and wine licenses will not see a reduction in renewal fees. Before the vote, License Commissioner Linda Guinasso said she is most concerned about providing relief for mom and pop businesses and restaurants, noting that the grocery, big box, and package stores deemed essential businesses during the early days of the pandemic did good business. “I want to help out the small guys who were not as fortunate to stay open,” parking lots on Ocean Avenue and North Shore Road. Jeana Geary, one of the owners of the North Shore Road lot, said her business has taken a substantial hit. “During the fi rst three months, we did no business,” Geary said. “We had only fi ve cars per day over the three months. We average about 10 per day now.” Revere of Chamber of ComIRA NOVOSELSKY Ward 2 Councillor said Guinasso. Commission Chair Robert Selevitch said there was some initial talk among the board about waiving fees on a sliding scale based on type of business or how long an individual business was closed. Commissioner Daniel Occena said he is concerned that not applying equal fee waivers by category across the board could overcomplicate the process. “I initially thought we could do a kind of formula, but it would be cumbersome,” agreed Selevitch. Ward 2 City Councillor Ira Novoselsky was on hand to advocate for substantial fee waivers for the city’s two commercial AUTOTECH 1989 SINCE CA$H FOR YOUR CAR! DRIVE IT - PUSH IT - TOW IT! Cold Hard Cash For Your Car, Truck or SUV! 2014 CHEVROLET TRAVERSE LT Excellent Condition, Most Power Options, Key-less Entry, Panoramic Moon Roof, Backup Camera, Remote Start, 126K Miles, Warranty! TRADES WELCOME $10,900 Easy Financing Available! EddiesAutotech.com 2008 CADILLAC DTS Platinum Package, Every Conceivable Option, Clean Title, Only 86K Miles, Warranty! TRADES WELCOME $8,500 781-321-8841 1236 EasternAve • Malden Like us on Facebook advocate newspaper Facebook.com/Advocate.news.ma We Pay Cash For Your Vehicle! merce Director Wendy MillarPage also spoke in favor of the renewal fee waivers and thanked the commission for taking a proactive approach to helping businesses. “A lot of businesses are anticipating that they will not be able to open at all,” she said. “The reality is that a lot of mom and pop businesses might not be able to continue, so we appreciate whatever the city can do to Lawrence A. Simeone Jr. Attorney-at-Law ~ Since 1989 ~ * Corporate Litigation * Criminal/Civil * MCAD * Zoning/Land Court * Wetlands Litigation * Workmen’s Compensation * Landlord/Tenant Litigation * Real Estate Law * Construction Litigation * Tax Lein * Personal Injury * Bankruptcy * Wrongful Death * Zoning/Permitting Litigation 300 Broadway, Suite 1, Revere * 781-286-1560 lsimeonejr@simeonelaw.net A.B.C. CIGAR 170 REVERE ST., REVERE (781) 289-4959 Same Location * Same Service for over 48 Years... Thanks to our customers for their support ! help. Once we start losing these businesses, I don’t see anyone coming in to take them over.” Chris Dan Steve OPEN AND READY TO SERVE YOU...GIFT CARDS AVAILABLE MASK REQUIRED! * Desktop Humidors * Gift Cards * Bongs * Travel Humidors * Vapes * Juice * Cigar Accessories * Lighters & Ash Trays * Glass Pipes * Rewards Program * Juuls * CBD Infused Products GOLFER’S SPECIAL 15 Cigars - 4 Year Old Tobacco - Handmade - Individually Wrapped Only $43.95 HUMIDOR SPECIAL Travel Humidors Starting at $25.00 Desktop Humidors Starting at $48.00 Buy any Box of Perdomo cigars and get a Perdomo Lighter - $25.00 value - FREE! Box Special Buy any Box of Cigars and get your choice of a Tin of Mini Cigars - Romeo & Julieta - Red - White - Blue - 1 Tin per Box! “Free Cigar” Marked Green Label “Free Cigar” - Buy 2 Cigars marked with a Green Label & get another cigar marked with a Green Label FREE! Daily Special STORE HOURS 8 AM - 8 PM Mon. - Sat., Sun. 8 AM - 6 PM
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Page 8 THE REVERE ADVOCATE – FRIDAY, OCTOBER 23, 2020 Baker announces partnerships for recovery, $774M economic recovery plan T he Baker-Polito Administration recently announced a $774 million comprehensive plan to stabilize and grow the Massachusetts economy. The plan focuses on getting people back to work, supporting small businesses, fostering innovation, revitalizing downtowns and ensuring housing stability. Partnerships for Recovery begins today by directing $115 million in new funding to small businesses and Main Streets hardest hit by the COVID-19 pandemic and for workforce training eff orts. Additionally, the Administration is aligning multiple funding sources, both existing and proposed, to appropriately respond to the crisis. Partnerships for Recovery supports fi ve key recovery eff orts: • Getting Massachusetts back to work • Supporting small businesses • Revitalizing downtowns • Supporting housing equity and stability • Fostering innovation Governor Charlie Baker, Lt. Governor Karyn Polito, Housing and Economic Development Secretary Mike Kennealy, Labor and Workforce Secretary Rosalin Acosta, and Administration and Finance Secretary Michael Heffernan joined Joseph Kriesberg, President and CEO of the Massachusetts Association of Community Development Corporations to announce the plan at the Gardner Auditorium. “This plan represents a comprehensive strategy to get people back to work and to support the small businesses hit the hardest by the pandemic, putting the Commonwealth on a path to recovery,” said Baker. “By leveraging existing tools and programs and implementing new ones this plan will allow us to make critical resources and assistance to those who need it most available now.” “While we continue to combat this pandemic, this plan takes an approach that addresses key needs of the businesses in downtowns and main streets, provides housing support for vulnerable families, and opens new doors for people seeking to return to work,” said Polito. “While we acknowledge we still have a ways to go, this plan will help to jumpstart our innovation economy and position Massachusetts to be on a path for success.” • Putting $115 million to work right away for small businesses and workforce training, including more than $25 million to get people back to work; • Directing $323 million in existing capital programs as part of the response to continue doing more of what works; • Filing for $122 million through the Revised H.2 budget to supplement existing funding in support of struggling Main Street businesses and skill building for residents; • Steering $43 million in Federal, trust and other state funding toward our most critical needs; and • Committing $171 million to keep people safely housed during the pandemic. Getting people back to work In order to get people back to work, new investments are being made to build workforce skills, growing training programs and pathways, forging new partnerships between employers and workers, and supporting internet connectivity to facilitate remote work and online career advancement. The more than $25 million available now includes: • $10.4 million to engage Massachusetts employers by expanding workforce partnerships with large employers in target sectors to create aligned statewide training-employment pathways; • $9.2 million to subsidize internet for low-income populations, and to expand hot spots in unserved and underserved communities; • $3.2 million to modernize MassHire virtual pathways to assess and connect UI claimants to appropriate services and supports; • $2 million to bolster manufacturing training by purchasing a standardized virtual training program to increase workforce for the manufacturing sector; and • $300,000 to supplement $8.4 million toward Career Technical Institutes in H.2 to help close the skills gap for skilled technician jobs and align training to industry needs. An additional $54 million is available to support workforce recovery eff orts through existing programming such as the Skills Capital Grants program, the Workforce Competitiveness Trust Fund, and the Workforce Training Trust Fund. Revised House 2 also proposes $17.9 million in workforce funding, including $8.4 million in funding to transform vocational high schools into Career Technical Institutes running three shifts per day. This initiative is designed to train 20,000 new workers over four years in skilled trades and technical fi elds including plumbing, HVAC, manufacturing, and robotics. This will consist of a combination of enrolling more high school students in high-impact vocational trade programs and expanding capacity for adults to earn industry-based credentials, aligned to apprenticeships and post-secondary degrees. "These funds will provide critical re-employment services to our workforce, helping people make the transition from unemployment benefi ts to good paying jobs in some of the Commonwealth's key long term job growth sectors," said Acosta. Direct support to small business and Main Street To generate economic growth amidst the COVID-19 pandemic and support Main Streets across Massachusetts, the Administration is investing $322.8 million in direct support of small and diverse businesses and local communities. This funding includes grants (see details below) to the hardest hit small businesses, especially small businesses owned by women, minorities, veterans, or members of other underrepresented groups. These grant awards will allow small businesses to cover expenses such as rent, payroll, and utilities as they get back on their feet. Additional funding will support small businesses through hands-on and personalized technical assistance, including targeted support for women- and minority-owned businesses around digital and online technology as their business model pivots away from a brick-and-mortar location. Many communities have seen their Main Streets and downtown districts hit particularly hard by the pandemic, and new funding aims to help cities and towns plan for short-term innovations and long-term recovery. A new $10 million round of the Shared Streets and Spaces Grant Program will continue to help cities and towns quickly implement or expand improvements to sidewalks, curbs, streets, onstreet parking spaces and off - street parking lots in support of public health, safe mobility, and renewed commerce in their communities. Separately, local recovery planning grants will soon be available to cities and towns to assist with longterm planning for their business districts. A total of $10 million is available for this program. To support the museums and other cultural facilities that have faced a particularly challenging reality this year, but remain a cornerstone of what Massachusetts off ers to visitors, these institutions will be eligible for $10 million in Cultural Facilities Operating Grants. This funding will help these organizations to make safety improvements and other upgrades to allow them to continue to off er their unique attractions and exhibits. As part of this recovery plan, the Governor’s recently fi led revised budget proposal recommends over $100 million in additional funding for economic recovery and development efforts, including $35 million for community development financial institutions (CDFI) grants and loans, and $15 million for matching grants for capital investments by businesses with 20 or fewer employees. Additionally, more than $115 million in existing capital through programs such as MassWorks, and those in the MassDevelopment portfolio (Brownfi elds Redevelopment Fund, Site Readiness Program, Transformative Development Initiative, and Collaborative Workspaces), will be leveraged in support of economic recovery. This recovery plan complements the Administration’s $275 million economic recovery package, which was announced in June. Small Business and Main Street Highlights (new funding): • $50.8 million in Small Business Grants to help the hardest hit businesses; • $10 million to continue funding the Shared Streets and Spaces Program; • $10 million for local recovery planning grants to support cities and towns; • $10 million to support cultural facilities such as museums; • $8.3 million in small business technical assistance to help businesses access grant programs and loans, as well as help build business management skills, resilience, and other support in navigating pandemic impacts; • Including $2.3 million to provide personalized technical assistance to woman- and minority-owned businesses; “Our current circumstances call for a plan with the size and scope to match the urgency we need to address the most pressing challenges we now face,” said Kennealy. “By targeting vital resources toward these key areas, this strategy will allow us to lay a solid foundation for our path to recovery.” “During this unprecedented public health emergency, the Baker-Polito Administration is continuing to invest signifi cant resources to support recovery and growth initiatives for small businesses and Main Streets across Massachusetts,” said Heffernan. “Through close coordination with federal, state, and local partners – including our Legislative colleagues – we are proud to put forth a plan that thoughtfully invests funds from multiple sources to equip employers with the tools, resources, and supports to help navigate the new COVID-19 landscape.” “We greatly appreciate GovRECOVERY | SEE Page 11
THE REVERE ADVOCATE – FRIDAY, OCTOBER 23, 2020 Page 9 RHS alum awarded $4K RBP scholarship award Massort Noise Complaint Line: 617-561-3333 ~FLASHBACK~ Seventeenth in a series of Revere Beach Partnership (RBP) President Jeff rey Turco (fourth from right) presented a $4,000 scholarship to RHS alum Aleli Calle (fi fth from left) last Thursday afternoon in front of City Hall. Pictured from left to right: RBP Executive Director Erin Lynch, RBP Board Member Linda DeMaio, RBP Board Secr etary Adrienne Maguire, Mayor Brian Arrigo, RBP scholarship recipient Aleli Calle, Olga Tacure (mother), RBP President Jeff Turco and RBP Advisory Committee Members Kathleen Heiser, Carol Tye and Charlie Giuff rida. (Advocate photos by Tara Vocino) football cheerleading squad take a timeout at one of the games for a photo opportunity. Each year at the end of the season, Revere High’s talented Tw wo me e embe foooooottbtbabaall ccheheeeererrle f ootball cheerleading squad take a errs oof f tthehe he 2004 Reeve rleleadading sqsquadad taaak ers ke 004 0 R ereReverev reve re Higgh competition. Last Thursday afternoon in front of City Hall, scholarship recipient Aleli Calle and her mother, Olga Tacure, thanked Mayor Brian Arrigo for his input in selecting Calle as the Revere Beach Partnership scholarship winner. By Tara Vocino A recent RHS grad misread a message, and to her surprise, it worked to her advantage. Aleli Calle, who graduated Revere High School this year, opened her e-mail inbox, thinking she had been awarded a $400 annual art festival scholarship, but when she doublechecked, she saw it was actually worth $4,000. “I was flabbergasted,” said Calle of her immediate reaction. “I’m super thankful, and I’m going to put it toward a new laptop/tuition fees.” The largest scholarship that the incoming commuter student has received to-date – she plans to major in illustration at Lesley University in Cambridge to pursue a career in comic art storytelling. Revere Beach Partnership (RBP) President Jeffrey Turco, who presented the check to Calle, said the art-based scholarship is consistent with their mission, encouraging youths to go on and succeed in life. Her proud mom, Olga Tacure, said she is grateful that Calle was a recipient, and that it will come in handy to cover university fees. “As mothers, we want the best for our kids, and I’m supporting my kids every possible way to advance their education,” said Tacure, who thanked Mayor Brian Arrigo, the Revere High School art department, and the scholarship committee for their input. Calle said she was involved in the art club and in gay-straight alliance at RHS. She said she received smaller presidential scholarships for her exceptional grades. “I’m still in shock/surprise,” Calle said after she received her check in front of City Hall last Thursday afternoon. In partnership with the City of Revere and the Community Development Block Grant, a portion of the funds was raised through the annual fall Art Festival at the plaza adjacent to the Christine and John Markey Memorial Pedestrian Bridge. —Tara Vocino may be reached at printjournalist1@gmail.com.
Page 10 THE REVERE ADVOCATE – FRIDAY, OCTOBER 23, 2020 #NoTCITax Coalition pens letter outlining ongoing concerns with ill-conceived tax scheme T he Massachusetts Fiscal Alliance (MassFiscal) released a coalition letter signed from organizations of 12 Mid Atlantic and New England states opposed to the Transportation and Climate Initiative (TCI). TCI is a cap and trade proposal for the transportation sector that seeks to reduce the amount of vehicle fuel being sold into the region by drastically increasing the cost. For the consumer, TCI would act as a tax for diesel and gasoline fuels. The states that are currently eligible to join TCI are Virginia, Maryland, Delaware, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, New York, Connecticut, Rhode Island, Massachusetts, Vermont, New Hampshire and Maine and also the District of Columbia. When TCI released its first Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) in December 2019, it outlined how much it would raise gasoline fuel prices, but it declined to disclose how much it seeks to raise diesel prices. Almost all eligible states have seen at least one branch of government indicate they oppose joining the TCI scheme for the foreseeable future, and New Hampshire Governor Chris Sununu fl at out rejected membership in the program for his state, referring to it as a “boondoggle.” TCI is expected to release its next MoU sometime this “fall,” and states that wish to join TCI and need a legislative vote are required to CASH FOR GOLD WE’RE BUYING GOLD SILVER PLATINUM DIAMONDS Class rings, wedding sets, pendants, earrings,pins, broaches, watches, dental, coins Rings, watches, bracelets, necklaces, earrings, pendants Redeem this coupon for up to an extra $50 in CASH toward your transaction You will receive $25 CASH on any $100 transaction $50 CASH on any $500 transaction Veterans receive an additional 10% back Exclude coin and better. Not to be combined with any other offer. 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A group of bipartisan lawmakers have sponsored a bill that would require Governor Charlie Baker to seek explicit legislative approval before entering Massachusetts into the multi-state gasoline and diesel tax scheme. “Before the pandemic, Governor Baker was TCI’s biggest cheerleader in all the 11 states that remained…TCI has a regional approach to raising fuel costs. Since the pandemic hit, our state’s economy has declined, and unemployment reached record highs. The future of the Massachusetts economic recovery is in jeopardy if anti-businesses schemes like this are allowed to go into effect,” stated Craney. “This is not the right time for costly, feel good measures that deliver negligible environmental benefits. To achieve these negligible benefits, TCI purposely seeks to make driving and carrying out routine activities signifi cantly more expensive. TCI is a regressive tax that will put strain on working class people to subsidize electric vehicles that only the wealthiest among us can aff ord,” said Craney. “Removing Massachusetts from consideration of TCI is something State House leaders can and should do immediately to help keep costs down for small businesses and working people. By removing Massachusetts from entering the scheme, we will be helping with the economic recovery that is so desperately needed right now.” “Voters should demand and candidates should gladly speak out against TCI before they head to the polls in two weeks,” said Craney. DEA announces 19th National Prescription Drug Take Back Day DEA highlights many ways to dispose of unwanted, unused prescription drugs during pandemic WASHINGTON – DEA is holding its 19th National Prescription Drug Take Back Day on Saturday, Oct. 24 at locations across the country. The nationwide event aims to provide a safe, convenient, and responsible means of disposing of prescription drugs, while also educating the general public about the potential for abuse of medications. Rates of prescription drug abuse in the United States are alarmingly high, as are the number of accidental poisonings and overdoses due to these drugs. Studies show that a majority of abused prescription drugs are obtained from family and friends, including from the home medicine cabinet. Collection sites will adhere to local COVID-19 guidelines and regulations in order to maintain the safety of all participants and local law enforcement. “The initiative – now in its tenth year – addresses a vital public safety and public health issue,” said DEA Acting Administrator Timothy Shea. “Medicines that languish in home cabinets are highly susceptible to diversion, misuse, and abuse. Together with our partners, we are not only holding National Prescription Drug Take Back Day, but offering other ways to dispose of unwanted, unused, and expired prescription medications.” Given the ongoing COVID-19 public health emergency, DEA wants to ensure that the public is aware of other ways they can dispose of unwanted prescription drugs without having to leave their homes. Both the U.S. Food and Drug Administration and the Environmental Protection Agency have tips on how to safely dispose of drugs at home. In addition to DEA’s National Prescription Drug Take Back Day, prescription drugs can be disposed of at any of the 11,000 DEA authorized collectors at any time throughout the year. For more information, visit: https://apps2.deadiversion.usdoj.gov/pubdispsearch/spring/ main?execution=e1s1. DEA also encourages the public to reach out to their local law enforcement to fi nd out if they have any permanent drug disposal locations throughout their local community. DEA and its partners will collect tablets, capsules, patches, and other solid forms. DEA will also accept vape pens or other e-cigarette devices from individual consumers, only after the batteries are removed from the devices. If the battery cannot be removed, individual consumers can check with large electronic chain stores who may accept the vape pen or e-cigarette devices for proper disposal. Liquids, including intravenous solutions, syringes and other sharps, and illegal drugs cannot be dropped off . This service is free and anonymous, no questions asked. For more information on DEA’s National Prescription Drug Take Back Day, and to fi nd a collection site near you, visit www. deatakeback.com. For Advertising with Results, call The Advocate Newspapers at 781-286-8500 or Info@advocatenews.net Broken, Mismatched, Fine, Jewelry We Buy Any And All Conditions! Not sure what you have??
THE REVERE ADVOCATE – FRIDAY, OCTOBER 23, 2020 Page 11 ~ LETTERS TO THE EDITOR ~ New help to quit menthol tobacco products Gift cards totaling $50 can motivate smokers and vapers to quit Dear Editor: Smoking and vaping may put people at higher risk of complications from COVID-19, especially because they can weaken the immune system and damage the lungs. So, this is an especially good time for those who smoke or vape to try to quit. In addition, as a result of a new law, menthol tobacco products have been removed from regular stores in Massachusetts. With menthol tobacco products unavailable and COVID-19 risks continuing, the Massachusetts Department of Public Health has found a new way to help people quit. The Massachusetts Smokers’ Helpline is now off ering up to three gift cards totaling $50 to people who use menthol tobacco products and the Helpline’s free coaching services. Residents can call the Helpline at 1-800-QUIT NOW (1800-784-8669) about the program and for free coaching and support 24 hours each day, seven days a week. They can also Greater Boston theatres play “wicked hard” to support artists and theatre practitioners in crisis T imes are hard and when times get hard, Boston Plays Wicked Hard. To raise funds for the Theatre Community Benevolent Fund (TCBF), an organization that helps theatre practitioners in times of need, 54 area theatre companies have collaborated to promote a limited-edition Tshirt which celebrates the diversity and vitality of the Boston theater community. These special T-shirts, which have the Boston Plays Wicked Hard logo on the front and a list of the 54 participating theatre companies on the back, are just $25, with 100% of the proceeds from sales going directly to TCBF. Note that tax and shipping are not included. To purchase one of these limited-issue T-shirts, and to show support for local theatre artists during this challenging time, RECOVERY | FROM Page 8 ernor Baker’s sense of urgency to move these grant dollars now, while also working with the Legislature to secure additional funds in the state budget and the economic development bill,” said Kriesberg. “Small business owners have sacrifi ced to help keep all of us safe and healthy. This initiative is our opportunity to have their back.” Additional investments In order to keep people safely in their homes during the pandemic and support small landlords with expenses, the Administration recently announced $171 million in support of the Eviction Diversion Initiative. This comprehensive strategy includes funding to help to cover housing costs such as rent and mortgage payments, invest in new programs around mediation and legal representation, theatre fans can visit Rowboat Creative and their Creatives Who Care initiative at http://bostonplays.creativeswhocare.org. “I have seen how furloughs are aff ecting our industry, and know that, sadly, there is very little work in the foreseeable future for Boston’s Theater Community,” said Greater Boston Stage Company Associate Artistic Director llyse Robbins. “In addition, as a board member for Stage Source and the Theatre Community Benevolent Fund, I have seen the incredible need pouring in from our community of artists and practitioners. I have spent many wonderful evenings in the theater with and thanks to these talented and dedicated artists. I wanted a fun and easy way to allow audiences to show their support during these unprecand provide repaid rehousing when a tenant is evicted. Additionally, the Administration continues to invest in the Commonwealth’s stock of aff ordable rental housing with $121 million in direct subsidies. Massachusetts has long been a hotbed of innovation and creativity in science and technology, and sectors such as the life sciences and advanced manufacturing are not only critical to the innovation economy, but also continue to contribute to the response to the coronavirus. To ensure we continue to lead in this space, $62 million in existing capital funding through the Massachusetts Life Sciences Center, the Massachusetts Technology Collaborative, and MassVentures is available to support recovery and growth. Small Business Grant Program Details Massachusetts Growth Capital Corporation is administering edented times.” Robbins said she was inspired by the Chicago Acts Together campaign, a similar project spearheaded by Steppenwolf Theatre Company in Chicago. “We are overwhelmed and humbled by the outpouring of support these theater companies have shown our community,” said TCBF President Amy Spalletta. “By putting their names to this initiative and taking to their social media and mailing lists to promote, they have shown how much they care about the individual artists and practitioners who call the Boston Theater Community their home. On behalf of the entire TCBF volunteer board, we are extremely grateful.” For more information, please contact Robbins at ilyse@greaterbostonstage.org. the Small Business Grants program, with $50.8 million available beginning today. Grant awards range between $25,000 and $75,000. As part of this grant program, preference is given to small businesses whose owners are women, minorities, veterans, members of other underrepresented groups, or focused on serving the Gateway Cities of Massachusetts, who have been unable to open and those most adversely impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic. Preference is also given to applicants that have not been able to receive aid from other federal programs, including PPP and other relief related to COVID-19. The program has two distinct funding “doors” based on business size, with different eligibility criteria, which is available online. Applicants must review the information to determine which program to proceed with applying. enroll online at makesmokinghistory.org. Helping people who use menthol products quit is especially important because the tobacco industry has strategically and successfully targeted Black, Latinx and LGBTQ+ people with menthol products. As a result of aggressive marketing practices and pressures related to discrimination and daily stressors, menthol tobacco use is high in these communities. Massachusetts residents who use menthol tobacco products who speak with the Helpline’s supportive coaches can receive a $10 gift card after completing the fi rst coaching call, a $15 gift card after the second and a $25 gift card after the third coaching call. In addition, up to 8 weeks of free nicotine patches, gum or lozenges are also available to residents who speak with a coach (with medical eligibility). While supplies last, the offer of gift cards can motivate smokers and vapers to call the Helpline. For more information contact Edgar Duran Elmudesi at the Metro Boston TobaccoFree Community Partnership at 617-451-0049 x549or eduran@ hria.org. 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Page 12 THE REVERE ADVOCATE – FRIDAY, OCTOBER 23, 2020 RevereTV Spotlight CHILDCARE | FROM Page 1 I n partnership with the Rossetti-Cowan Senior Center, RevereTV produced a Halloween craft show for the city’s senior citizen viewers. It is called “Eek and Boo” and is now airing on the RTV community channels every morning before and after the daily “Senior Health Series” episodes. Not only is this an instructional program, but supplies for the craft were given to 35 seniors who called the senior center during the show. You can still call the senior center to see if there are any craft kits left! The City of Revere is marking the end of Hispanic Heritage Month with a virtual celebration of the culture. Unlike in the past, this year the celebration was made virtual and includes a word from Mayor Brian Arrigo, who recorded his segment in the new studio at 261 Washington Ave. RevereTV is replaying this program on television throughout the next few weeks. You can also fi nd it on the RTV Facebook and YouTube page. Last Thursday, RevereTV covered another Revere Youth Baseball championship game. It was Indians versus Phillies, and although it is aired live on all RTV outlets, you can watch past games on YouTube at any time, or catch the community channel on Friday, Saturday and Sunday nights for replays. A Creature Double Feature movie special typically airs on RTV every Saturday afternoon. That will stay as is, but the staff at RevereTV loves to celebrate Halloween and the start of the holiday season. To get everyone in the spirit, a scary movie will play on the community channel every weekday at 3 p.m. throughout October. For Advertising with Results, call The Advocate Newspapers at 781-286-8500 or Info@advocatenews.net sues with childcare and remote learning, but she said the possibility of a private company operating childcare within the schools was never discussed in negotiations with the RTA. “Teachers are asking how this can happen and that this is not what we bargained for,” said Garro. “If the district wants to pursue this plan, it would be sensible to off er teachers the option to work from home. Not only would this decrease the number of people in the school buildings, but it would also spread out space for students in the daycare program.” Several teachers who spoke on Tuesday raised the possibility of having teachers work from home fi ve days per week, rather than the two days agreed upon in the negotiations over the summer. Garro said the city could also explore the option of having the daycare take place in one of the currently empty municipal buildings, rather than in the schools. “We are all aware that the number of Covid cases is rising all over, especially in Revere,” said Garro. “Putting additional people in school buildings that are already occupied does not seem sensible or safe.” Hill Elementary School Teacher Victoria Vitale Bingham said many RTA members are uncomfortable with having more people in their buildings. “I have personally worked very hard to keep my family, some of whom are high risk, and my small circle safe,” she said. “The space for this program is not isolated; they will need to leave the space to use the bathroom, or if they are ill, they will have to use the isolation room.” Vitale Bingham said the program violates the agreement between the City of Revere and the RTA. However, she said she did see a bright side to the move. “Revere Public Schools want to help families who are in desperate need of childcare,” she said. “It’s great there will be a program out there to help a small amount of families have a safe space during the day. I know that students and their families need support more than ever now.” But, Vitale Bingham added, staff should not be put in a situation where they do not feel safe and should have the option to work fully from home. Superintendent of Schools Dr. Dianne Kelly said that school principals have taken extreme precautions to make sure the AlphaBEST programs can operate safely in the schools. “There is no reason whatsoever that any Revere Teachers Association member would need to engage with the AlphaBEST program,” Kelly said. “The one place I will acknowledge is at the Hill School, where the program is designated for the gym, which is on the second fl oor, and students in the AlphaBEST program and staff members might need to use the restroom. They will need to traverse the hallway to the bathroom, which is about an eight foot walk.” However, Kelly said it is the expectation that all students and staff will be masked while going to the restroom, as well as while in the program in the gym. She said operating the childcare in the gym also offers more space for social distancing. “This is an incredibly difficult time for everybody,” said Kelly. “I don’t want to diminish how incredibly diffi cult it is for our teachers, but I need to highlight how incredibly diffi - cult it is on families. We have some kids right now who are trying to learn remotely from home with no parental supervision because their parents are working, and we have other students learning from home where the parents are on the verge of bankruptcy because they need to get back to work, but they have no place for their children to go during the day.”
THE REVERE ADVOCATE – FRIDAY, OCTOBER 23, 2020 Page 13 COVID-19 | FROM Page 1 the message in some humor, the city offi cials reiterated much of what they have been saying since the pandemic fi rst hit in March. “COVID-19 knows no boundaries, has no politics and does not discriminate,” said Bright. “Anyone can contract the virus. We get it that everyone is emotionally and physically exhausted and that this has been a tough year. Coronavirus has robbed us of many of the things that we take for granted, but now is not the time to let our guard down.” Residents must remain vigilant in the proven steps that help slow the spread of the virus, Bright said, by wearing masks, social distancing, washing hands and cleaning surfaces, and avoiding large gatherings and parties. Arrigo and Kong pointed to the increase in cases in Revere as the main reason to call the Town Hall and answer resident questions about the city’s efforts in fi ghting COVID-19. “Over the past week, our single day case counts are at the highest levels we have seen since the spring,” said Arrigo. “We do expect and are preparing for a second surge as the weather changes and as people spend CARE | FROM Page 6 spots plus digital marketing and social media postings to boost awareness of Project Bread’s vital programs to combat hunger among children, especially during the pandemic. “RCN cares about our communities we serve especially during the coronavirus panmore time inside and as fl u season approaches.” The mayor said the city’s emergency response team is especially concerned about the impact a surge will have on Revere’s senior citizens and more medically vulnerable populations. Arrigo said he is also concerned because he has heard stories from people who have come into contact with people who have tested positive, but that they have gone on to take no precautions and have acted like nothing happened. “It’s incredibly disappointing and something that I can’t fathom,” said Arrigo. “We have to continue to be vigilant with all of the things that Chief Bright mentioned.” Arrigo said he is asking every resident of the city to share in the responsibility of slowing the spread of the virus. “We all want the same things,” he said. “We want residents to be healthy, we want businesses to remain open, we want to allow the economy to continue to recover, and we want people back at their jobs and students back in the classroom. But we all have to do our part to make that happen.” Kong provided some of the troubling statistics from the past month. “We’re ticking up; we’re demic, and nothing is more important than combating hunger among children,” said RCN Boston Senior Vice President/ General Manager Jeff Carlson. “We hope that our partnership with Project Bread will help provide nourishing breakfasts for children in need so that they can be prepared to start their school day.” going in the wrong direction,” she said. “The month of October has not been a good month for us.” Especially troubling has been the current seven-day average, which Kong said stands at 22 new cases per day. In June, she said, Revere was down to about three cases per day. April was the initial peak of the pandemic, with just over 35 cases per day. “Our numbers looked great over the summer,” Kong said. “I know the city can band together to do the right thing.” Kong said both of Revere’s free testing sites – at Revere High School and on Revere Beach Boulevard at the Markey Footbridge – and the express testing site at Suffolk Downs will remain open until the end of the year. More information about the hours and days they are open are available at revere.org/coronavirus. Arrigo was asked what the biggest challenge has been in battling the pandemic in the city. “The two words for the biggest challenge we are up against is human behavior,” he said, with people feeling like they don’t need to wear masks or social distance. “It’s been our job to change human behavior, which is a really diffi - cult, if not impossible, thing to do.” “Our partnership with RCN and Project Bread will raise awareness around the growing issue of food insecurity, especially as it affects children who are going hungry because they cannot access their school breakfasts,” said Beasley Media Group Vice President/Market CARE | SEE Page 17 Space for Lease 3 Large Rooms, each with Large Walk-in Storage Area. or Aerobics Studio. Located at Route 1 South at Walnut Street. Rollerworld Plaza, Route 1 South, 425 Broadway, Saugus. Call Michelle at: 781-233-9507 1. October 23 is Mole Day, which was created to foster interest in what scientifi c fi eld? 2. In Shakespeare’s play “Macbeth,” what group recites “Double, double toil and trouble; Fire burn and caldron bubble”? 3. What religious group that started in Switzerland holds services in homes instead of churches? 4. On Oct. 24, 1939, nylon stockings were fi rst sold in the United States; what were women’s stockings previously made of? 5. The 1993 fi lm “Hocus Pocus” is set in what Massachusetts city? 6. How is bamboo used to construct skyscrapers in Hong Kong? 7. Which U.S. president was unanimously elected by the Electoral College? 8. Oct. 25, 1960, is the date when the Accutron 214 went on sale, which was what? 9. What author known as the fi rst American Man of Letters is buried in Sleepy Hollow Cemetery? 10. According to the U.S. Navigation Center, what are categorized as “Growler” and” Bergy Bit”? 11. October 26 is National Pumpkin Day; what kind of pumpkin dish did the pilgrims serve in 1621? 12. What palace has 2,300 rooms, including the Hall of Mirrors? 13. “Ghostbusters” is a film about ghostcatching in what city? 14. Leominster, Mass., native John Chapman is well-known for planting what? 15. Two repeated vowels are in the names of what ancient city and what type of mushroom? 16 . Wha t forme r Massachusetts governor ran the Boston Marathon in 1951? 17. On Oct. 28, 1914, Jonas Salk was born, who developed a vaccine for what virus? 18. What was the first chocolate treat? 19. What Square was demolished to make way for Boston’s Government Center? 20. On Oct. 29, 1940, who was born who had a 1975 album called “Peach Melba” and the 1986 hit “A Little Bit More”? ANSWERS 1. Chemistry (A mole is the name of a measuring unit.) 2. The Three Witches 3. The Amish 4. Silk 5. Salem 6. As scaff olding 7. George Washington 8. The first electronic wristwatch 9. Washington Irving 10. The smallest icebergs 11. Stewed pumpkin 12. Versailles 13. NYC 14. Apples (aka Johnny Appleseed) 15. Pompeii, shiitake 16. Michael Dukakis 17. Poliomyelitis 18. Hot chocolate 19. Scollay Square 20. Melba Moore
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There were no roll calls in the House or Senate last week. This week, Beacon Hill Roll Call looks at Question 2, one of the two questions on the ballot that will be decided directly by the voters in November. Secretary of State Bill Galvin has mailed the “Information for Voters on the 2020 Ballot Questions,” nicknamed the “Red Book,” to voters across the state. If you didn’t receive a copy, you can see one online at https:// www.sec.state.ma.us/ele/elepdf/IFV_2020.pdf or call the secretary’s offi ce at 1-800-462-VOTE to have one mailed to you. Question 2 asks voters if they approve of a proposed law that would implement a voting system known as “ranked-choice voting” (RCV) in which voters rank one or more candidates in order of preference. If one candidate receives more than 50 percent of the fi rst-place votes, that candidate would be declared the winner and no other rounds would be necessary. If no candidate receives a majority of fi rst-place votes, the candidate that received the least number of fi rst-choice votes is eliminated. The second choice of the voters who supported the eliminated candidate now becomes their fi rst choice and is added to the totals of the remaining candidates. The same process is repeated, if necessary, until a candidate is the fi rst choice of a majority of voters. Under current law, cities and towns can adopt RCV for local elections for offi ces including city councils and town select boards by charter commission or by home rule petition. Cambridge is currently the only city or town that uses RCV for its city elections. Both Amhrest and Easthampton recently approved RCV and will implement it for their local elections beginning in 2021. According to Question 2’s sponsors, there are local eff orts to approve RCV being pursued in Arlington, Brookline and Northampton. The system, if approved in November, would be used statewide in every city and town beginning in 2022 in primary and general elections for all Massachusetts statewide offi ces, seats in the Massachusetts State Senate and House, U.S. Senate, U.S. House of Representatives and most county offi ces except county commissioner. The system would also not be used in any U.S. presidential race. The initial vote count to see if any candidate reaches 50 percent on the fi rst round would be conducted by individual cities and towns. Any contest which goes to a second round or beyond will be JOIN OUR TEAM “We seek a quality box truck driver and mover for vending equipment. Full time plus OT available. Good pay and good benefits. Must pass drug test and have a clean driving record. Apply in person Monday-Friday 9am-4pm at 83 Broadway, Malden, MA. 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Charlie Baker’s Offi ce of Administration and Finance is required by law to analyze the fi scal consequences if the proposed law is approved. “This measure will likely require implementation costs for state and municipal elections offi cials, but because the proposed law would only apply to elections and primaries that are held on or after January 1, 2022, the fi scal consequences of this proposed measure for state and municipal government finances are otherwise unknown,” said the analysis. “Voters are tired of feeling like they have to hold their noses and vote for the lesser of two evils,” Evan Falchuk, Board Chair of Yes on 2 told Beacon Hill Roll Call. “We should have more than two choices when it comes to elections. We should be able to vote for who we truly like, instead of worrying that the candidate we like might be a ‘spoiler.’ The people we elect should have to build consensus—not division—in order to win. And they must be accountable to the broadest spectrum of voters, not just their ‘base.’” “At a time when anxiety of the integrity of our election system is at an all-time high, let’s not add complicated layers of bureaucracy that increases opportunities for corruption and let’s not discourage voter participation with confusing ballots and layers of complication that leaves to unforeseen and hard-to-explain results,” Paul Craney, executive director of the Massachusetts Fiscal Alliance told Beacon Hill Roll Call. “Ranked choice voting does have some limited advantages but overall, the disadvantages far outweigh the advantages and we should not mess with our current system at this time.” “Voting Yes on 2 is about building a stronger democracy that puts power in the hands of the people,” said Rep. Andy Vargas (D-Haverhill). “This question can be boiled down to a very simple principle—that candidates that win elections should win with more than 50 percent of voters supporting them. In the absence of RCV, we sideline majority rule and enable minority and special interest rule. A simple change to the way we vote can bring so many benefi ts to Massachusetts voters. RCV would increase diversity in government, decrease polarization in campaigns and help restore faith in our democracy in a time when we need it most.” “In 2019, RCV was voted down in the city of Lowell,” said Kamara Kay, Chairman, Lowell Republican City Committee. “The RCV option is for the winner to become a loser and a loser to become the winner.» “I cannot understate the value that ranked choice voting would bestow upon voters,” said Michael Porter, Director of Harvard’s Institute for Strategy and Competitiveness. “We are so fortunate to have the chance in Massachusetts to be among the pioneers in adopting a simple, and straightforward way to make sure our elected leaders have the support of the broadest majority when they take offi ce and begin to govern. Our current system does not elect leaders that fully refl ect the will of the voting public, and too often it shuts out outside candidates from the process, assigning them the role of spoiler instead of contender. We can do so much better by voting yes on 2.” “RCV is on the ballot this year because the eff ort is being funded by out-of-state billionaires and their special interests,” said Craney. “Some of the biggest funders include a former executive from the Enron Corporation, family members of Rupert Murdoch of Fox News, and the family members of the George Soros family. The irony should not be lost, that they want to infl uence our state’s democratic process that has worked for centuries.” Here are the offi cial arguments, gathered by the secretary of state, by each side of the question. A maximum of 150 words is allowed. IN FAVOR OF QUESTION #2: Written by Shauna Hamilton, Voter Choice for Massachusetts. 617906-8166 www.voterchoice2020. org “A yes vote adopts ranked choice voting, a common-sense reform that puts more power in the hands of voters. Ranked choice voting addresses three problems: 1. Big money and corrupt special interests have too much control over our democracy. 2. Politicians can win with less than a majority, and independents are shut out. 3. Politics are tearing us apart, preventing solutions to major challenges. It works by giving voters the option to rank candidates in order of preference. You can vote for just one candidate like you always have, or you can rank your fi rst, second and third choice. If your favorite candidate doesn’t win, your vote is instantly counted for your second choice so candidates must compete for every vote. Ranked choice voting ensures the winner has majority support and refl ects the true will of the people. A ‘yes’ vote gives voters more voice and will help make our democracy stronger.” AGAINST QUESTION #2: Written by Massachusetts Fiscal Alliance. 617-553-4115 https://www. massfi scal.org. “Two Democratic governors rejected ranked choice voting because it was confusing and denied voters informed choice. Democratic Gov. Jerry Brown witnessed a mayoral election in Oakland where the winner won with voters’ seventh and eighth place rankings. Gov. Brown said, ‘Ranked-choice voting is overly complicated and confusing. I believe it deprives voters of genuinely informed choice.’ Democratic Gov. Gavin Newsom said Ranked Choice Voting ‘has often led to voter confusion and the promise that ranked choice voting leads to greater democracy is not necessarily fulfi lled.’ Ranked Choice Voting ballots force voters to guess the candidates who will remain standing in multiple voting rounds and cast their votes in the dark. If they guess wrong and vote for eliminated candidates, their ballots are not counted in the fi nal vote. Winners win a false ‘majority’ of remaining ballots, not a true majority of all the voters voting in the election.” HOW LONG WAS LAST WEEK’S SESSION? Beacon Hill Roll Call tracks the length of time that the House and Senate were in session each week. Many legislators say that legislative sessions are only one aspect of the Legislature’s job and that a lot of important work is done outside of the House and Senate chambers. They note that their jobs also involve committee work, research, constituent work and other matters that are important to their districts. Critics say that the Legislature does not meet regularly or long enough to debate and vote in public view on the thousands of pieces of legislation that have been fi led. They note that the infrequency and brief length of sessions are misguided and lead to irresponsible late-night sessions and a mad rush to act on dozens of bills in the days immediately preceding the end of an annual session. During the week of October 12-16, the House met for a total of one hour and 17 minutes while the Senate met for a total of 23 minutes. Mon. Oct. 12 No House session No Senate session Tues. Oct. 13 House 10:59 a.m. to 11:09 a.m. Senate 11:08 a.m. to 11:24 a.m. Wed. Oct. 14 No House session No Senate session Thurs. Oct. 15 House 10:58 a.m. to 12:05 p.m. Senate 11:08 a.m. to 11:15 a.m. Fri. Oct. 16 No House session No Senate session Bob Katzen welcomes feedback at bob@beaconhillrollcall.com
THE REVERE ADVOCATE – FRIDAY, OCTOBER 23, 2020 Page 15 SURVEY | FROM Page 1 gaging with those families directly to fi nd ways we can modify our programs,” said Kelly. “Our number one priority is to make sure our students are learning and can access the curriculum. That means we have to tweak our practices, and we’re willing to do that.” Kelly said school offi cials are aware that there are challenges and areas for improvement inherent with the remote learning model. “I don’t want to sound like this is all sunshine and roses … but at least looking at the data can help us identify where those areas are and address them,” Kelly said. The School Committee also got a fi rsthand account of what remote learning is like for some students courtesy of Ryan Doucette, a Revere High senior and the student representative to the committee. “This has been a challenging year, and one of the challenges we have had to face is adjusting to this new remote environment,” he said. Overall, Doucette said, most of the students he has spoken to have been making that adjustment, but he added that he agrees with Dr. Kelly that there are some students who are having more diffi culty. “I feel that with time we will be able to fi gure out how we can improve remote learning,” Doucette said. “It’s still very early, and we have a lot of time left with it, potentially. I feel there is room for improvement, but I’m confi dent that we have the right people in place to make those improvements.” Another positive note in the high school is the number of students taking part in clubs and extracurricular activities. “I know that was a major concern for a lot of teachers, whether student involvement and extracurricular activities were going to be as present as in years prior,” said Doucette. “What I’ve found is that student involvement in extracurricular activities has stayed pretty much the same, and in some cases, even gotten better.” How to Find an Online Therapist Dear Savvy Senior, What is the best way to fi nd online therapy services for my anxiety and depression? I just turned 63 and have become increasingly hopeless since the COVID pandemic hit and cost me my job. I need to get some professional help, but I’m also high risk for illness and very concerned about leaving the house. Need Help Dear Need, I’m sorry to hear about your job loss and the difficulties you’re going through right now, but you’re not alone. Because of the coronavirus pandemic and resulting economic downturn, fear, anxiety and depression is being reported by 45 percent of Americans, according a Kaiser Family Foundation tracking poll. To help you through this diffi cult time there are a variety of therapists, psychologists, and other mental health providers you can turn to. And because of the pandemic, most of them are now off ering counsel to their clients online through teletherapy services. This will allow you to interact virtually with a therapist from the comfort of your home using only a smartphone, tablet or computer. How to Find a Therapist A good fi rst step to locating a therapist is to ask your primary care provider or family and friends for a referral. You can also look on your insurer’s website for a list of therapists covered under your plan. But be aware that some insurers have limited, or even no coverage for mental health and many mental healthcare providers don’t participate in insurance plans. (Medicare does cover mental health services.) Other resources to help you fi nd a good therapist include online fi nder tools at the American Psychological Association (locator.apa.org) and the American Psychiatric Association (fi nder.psychiatry.org). If you want some help, there are also online platforms that can help match you with a licensed mental health provider. For example, Talkspace (talkspace.com) and BetterHelp (betterhelp.com), are virtual services you can access through your phone or computer, that contracts with thousands of licensed and credentialed therapists. The process starts with a few questions to assess your goals, your condition, and your preferences, and then matches you with some top therapists in your state. If you don’t have insurance coverage or can’t aff ord therapy, you can call or text 211 (or go to 211.org) anytime for a referral to a provider who offers support at no cost or on a sliding scale, based on your budget. You can also call the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline 24/7 and ask for a referral to a local resource or provider or ask to be transferred to their “warm line” for nonemergency calls, where you can talk anonymously to a trained professional at no cost. Another possible option is Federally Qualified Health Centers, which are community-based health centers, some of which may off er teletherapy services at no-cost. To search for centers in your area visit FindAHealthCenter.hrsa.gov. There’s also this website called Open Path Collective (openpathcollective.org), where therapists offer low-cost online sessions for between $30 and $60. Interview Your Therapist Before you start sessions with a therapist, it’s important to make sure he or she meets your needs. If you’re not comfortable with the person, you’re unlikely to benefi t from the therapy. So, schedule a call or a video chat to get a feel for each other, and to ask about the therapist’s training, years in practice, specialties, therapy techniques and fee. Ideally the therapist you choose will be a good personality fi t for you and will be within your budget and/or covered by your insurance. 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.
Page 16 THE REVERE ADVOCATE – FRIDAY, OCTOBER 23, 2020 OBITUARIES Elaine (Karas) Byrne Henry A. Cerasoli O A t 78 years, in Revere, formerly of East Boston, October 14, following a brief illness and in the company of her God and her caring family. Beloved wife of the late James M. Byrne. Adoring mother to James M. Byrne, II & his wife, Melissa A. & cherished grandmother of James M. Byrne, III & Riley R. Byrne, all of Danvers. Dear sister of Phyllis D’Antona & her late husband Leo & Lucille Ciampa & her late husband Louis, all of East Boston & the late James Karas. Faithful sister-in-law to Barbara Bernis & her husband Edward of Somerville & the late Pauline Marchant & Margaret Brady. Also lovingly survived by many devoted nieces, nephews, grandnieces & grandnephews & cousins. f Brooksby Village, Peabody, October 16, 2020. Beloved husband of the late Angela (DeChiara) Cerasoli, and dear father of Andrea Cacciola and her husband Steven of Saugus. Brother of Natalie Saladino of North Reading and Peter Cerasoli of Revere. Brother-in-law of the late Michael DeChiara and his wife Angela, of Saugus. He is also survived by several nieces and nephews. Henry was born and raised in Revere, graduated from Revere High School and served as a US Army Sergeant in the pacifi c theater during WWII. Following graduation from Fisher College he had a long and successful career in Real Estate Investment and Development with Amoco Oil Company, which brought him and his family to reside in Connecticut, Estate-Garage-Yard Moving Sale BR/LR/DR Furn. & Access. Garden, Pwr. Tools, Lawn Equip Plumb/Elect/Carp Supplies Sat. 10/24 10-2 26 Pevwell Drive, Saugus BUYER2 Maryland, and New York, before retiring to Florida. An ardent golfer, at various stages of his life Mr. Cerasoli was a member of Madison Country Club, Madison, CT; Montgomery Village Golf Club, Montgomery Village, MD; St. George’s Golf and Country Club, Setauket, NY; Salem Country Club, Peabody; The Country Club of Waterbury, Waterbury, CT; Lakewood Country Club, Rockville, MD; and The Evergreen Club, Palm City, FL. He and his wife, also an avid golfer, enjoyed world traveling. Mr. Cerasoli was also a member/volunteer at Martin Memorial Hospital, Stuart, FL. Lena “Pasqualina” (Carpiniello) DeVita memory may be made to: St. Jude, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105. Stephen McMillan, Sr. O f Revere, passed away on Tuesday, October 13, 2020. Beloved husband of Patricia Ann Mulligan. Devoted father of Alice Hall and Robert of Dracut, Angela Murphy and Donald Conners of Manchester, Stephen, Jr. and Shawna of Randolp, Jennifer Mulligan of Revere, and the late Andrea McMillan. Dear brother of Phyllis LeBaron of Ohio, Thoma McMillan of Revere, Charles McMillan of Ohio, Robert McMillan of Boston, and the late Daniel and Richard McMillan. Cherished grandfather of nineteen grandchildren and four great-grandchildren. John C. Sr. “Chuck” Pastore 85 O f Revere and formerly of East Boston passed away on October 17, 2020. Beloved daughter of Antonio and Maria (Fasano) Carpiniello. Loving wife of the late Carmelo DeVita. Adored mother of Guy DeVita of Revere, Anthony DeVita and his wife Linda of East Boston, Robert DeVita of Las Vegas, and the late Paul DeVita. Dear sister of Pasquale Carpiniello and his wife Petrina of Middleton and formerly of Revere, the late Filomena Serraino and her husband Antonio, and the late Lucrezia Agosto and husband Nicole. Also survived by loving nieces and nephews. In lieu of fl owers, donations in Lena’s A t 79 years, in Revere, formerly of Boston’s West End, October 16, following a lengthy illness. Beloved husband of 57 years to Judith A. (Longo) Pastore. Cherished father of Lucy McCarthy & her husband David of Lynnfi eld & John C. Pastore, Jr. & his wife Karla of Wellesley. Proud grandfather to Madelyn E. McCarthy & Copyrighted material previously published in Banker & Tradesman/The Commercial Record, a weekly trade newspaper. It is reprinted with permission from the publisher, The Warren Group. For a searchable database of real estate transactions and property information visit: www.thewarrengroup.com. BUYER1 REAL ESTATE TRANSACTIONS SELLER1 SELLER2 Marquez, Hernan Mar nez, Sandra C Monge, Steven Loaiza, Steven Montoya, Yhan J Paiz, Oscar E Singh, Rajvir Edo, Jasmine Renderos-Alvarez, Jose W Medrano, Tito V Maharjan, Amrit Herrera, Juan Marquez, Cipriana Monge, Elaine Espinosa, Nancy Saraceni FT Garcia, Hector A Morano, Vincent J Bartolo-Bruno, Lisa A Durango, Claudia M Barile, Richard Bruno, Doreen K Cutulle, Pamelia Saulnier, Elaine M Perella, Jo-Ann Shakya, Krisha Long, Jin Tummino, Giuseppe A BJM Rlty Investments LLC Perez, Daniel E Saraceni, Sandra G 40 Centennial Ave 482 Proctor Ave Morano, Donna A 26 North St 41 Lantern Rd 50 Milano Ave Vitale, Michael 205 Garfi eld Ave Cutulle, Lisa 113 Marshall St , of Salem, died unexpectedly on October 14, 2020. Born in Lynn, he was raised in Revere. He attended Revere High where he was an outstanding varsity goaltender, selected to play with the North Shore All Stars. He attended Tilton Academy where he played baseball, football and was the captain of the varsity hockey team. Ralph’s hockey jersey hangs at Tilton Academy. He also played in net for Boston University. He left Boston University to join the United States Army serving in Germany and Korea. Upon discharge he returned home to Revere. Ralph manOBITUARIES | SEE Page 17 ADDRESS DATE PRICE Revere 02.10.2020 $ 825 000,00 02.10.2020 $ 480 000,00 01.10.2020 $ 589 000,00 01.10.2020 $ 602 000,00 01.10.2020 $ 835 000,00 30.09.2020 $ 420 000,00 182 N Shore Rd #3 30.09.2020 $ 380 000,00 31 Hillside Ave #2 29.09.2020 $ 285 000,00 29.09.2020 $ 739 000,00 29.09.2020 $ 800 000,00 29.09.2020 $ 539 900,00 379 Mountain Ave 62 Loomis St #2 14 Philomena Ave #B 28.09.2020 $ 510 000,00 Liam V. McCarthy, both of Lynnfi eld, Cole D. Pastore & Chloe A. Pastore, both of Wellesley. Dear brother of Florence Marcotullio & her late husband Robert of Peabody, Patricia Marshall & her husband Merrill of Bridgewater & the late Angela Griffi n. Also lovingly survived by several nephews. Army Veteran of the Vietnam Era & Retiree of Delta Airlines after 26 years of service. In lieu of fl owers, remembrances may be made to Care Dimensions, 75 Sylvan St., Suite B-102, Danvers, MA 01923. Ralph A. Vito
THE REVERE ADVOCATE – FRIDAY, OCTOBER 23, 2020 Page 17 CARE | FROM Page 13 Manager Mary Menna. “With the power of radio and our other marketing platforms, we look forward to increasing donations to Project Bread to help support all of the amazing work they do to help our communities.” Sixty-one percent of students in Massachusetts who rely on eating their breakfast at school are not receiving it as many students are not attending school in person as a result of the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. RCN is working with Hot 96.9 to raise awareness about Project Bread’s mission to help feed children in Massachusetts, making sure that all students in need of school breakfasts are getting the nourishment necessary to achieve their best each day. A donation to Project Bread will not only ensure that students have access to this critical program, it will also help end hunger in Massachusetts. For more information, please visit www.hot969boston.com/ project-bread. OBITUARIES | FROM Page 16 OBITUARIES aged the Caravan Club in Revere until opening Ocean Liquors on Shirley Avenue in Revere. The son of the late Ralph and Irene (Lanthere) Vito; dear brother of Marion Frost and the late Anthony Vito; devoted husband of Virginia (Pierre) Vito for 48 years; loving father of Ralph S. Vito and his wife Cheryl of Melrose, and Alyce A. Vito of Revere; beloved Papa of Ralph Nicholas Vito and Alexandra P. Vito of Melrose, the joys of his life. Spending time with his family and friends was Ralph’s greatest pleasure. In lieu of fl owers, expressions of sympathy may be made in his memory to the charity of your choice. KITCHEN CABINETS To Look Like New 508-840-0501 FURNITURE STRIP & FINISH Frank’s House Painting 781-289-0698 “PROPER PREP MAKES ALL THE DIFFERENCE” - F. FERRERA • Exterior FREE ESTIMATES --- FULLY INSURED • Interior • Ceiling Dr. • Paper Removal • Power Wash • Carpentry Gina S Soldano REALTOR® ABR®, AHWD, e-PRO®, GREEN, MRP®, PSA®, SFR®, SRES®, SRS® Broker/Associate Millennium Real Estate 291 Ferry Street, Everett, MA 02149 (857) 272-4270 Gina.Soldano@era.com gsoldanorealtor.com AAA Service • Lockouts Trespass Towing • Roadside Service Junk Car Removal 617-387-6877 26 Garvey St., Everett MDPU 28003 ICCMC 251976 We follow Social Distancing Guidelines!
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