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Vol. 35, No.43 -FREEwww.advocatenews.net oca ELECTION 2025 Three Challengers Vie for At-Large Council Seats W By Barbara Taormina hen voters head to the polls next month, they will choose fi ve people from a slate of eight candidates in the city councillor-at-large race. Five of those candidates, Robert Haas, Juan Pablo Jaramillo, Michelle Kelley, Marc Silvestri and Anthony Zambuto, are incumbents seeking reelection. And the three new faces in the atlarge race are not really new. Ward 1 Councillor Joanne ELECTION 2025 | SEE Page 7 McKenna, Anthony Parziale and Wayne Rose, who are running at-large, have histories of community service and activism. Meet the candidates: I Free Every Friday 781-286-8500 Friday, October 24, 2025 Italian Heritage Month: A Personal Reflection By Angela Guarino Sawaya t is such an honor to celebrate Italian American Heritage Month — un momento per riconoscere la nostra cultura, le nostre famiglie, e la nostra eredità — a time to recognize our culture, our families, and the incredible legacy of Italian Americans where honor, family, loyalty, and integrity always came fi rst. For me, today isn’t just an event — è personale! It’s personal. My parents immigrated to Joanne McKenna Wayne Rose Anthony Parziale Tourney-bound Lady Pats Volleyball Roll Tide this country through Ellis Island in 1966, just after they were married. Sono arrivati con solo $300 dollari in tasca. They came with only $300 in their pocket — their wedding money — and a dream for a better life. My father found work in WINNING: Samantha Indorato returns the ball for Revere as teammate Anna Doucette looks on during recent action against Everett. The Lady Pats shut out the Crimson Tide, 3-0. See page 15 for photo highlights. (Advocate Photos by Emily Harney) a factory in Boston’s North End, where he made suits, and my mom soon realized she was pregnant with me. When I started school, Mom got a job at Filene’s Basement and worked as a paraprofessional in the Boston Public Schools while attending school at night to get her many degrees. Back in Italy, she had been an accountant and a teacher, but like so many immigrants, she had to start over. They lived in Boston’s North End — the heart of ItalianAmerican life in the city, il cuore della vita italo-americana. They worked hard. They sacrifi ced. And they never gave up. Eventually they bought a building with relatives on Prince Street — a home we still own today — and later settled in our beautiful City of Revere. Angela Guarino-Sawaya Ward 5 Councillor My father, an Army vet, opened a tailor shop with my uncle. It was called Italian Tailoring, and it became a wellloved staple of the neighborhood. Un negozio che tutti conoscevano e amavano. Everyone knew them. Everyone loved them. Mia madre mi ha insegnato a cucinare da piccola. My mom taught me to cook at a very early age, and those are memories I treasure deeply. I cooked lunch for my dad when I came home from school. The values my parents taught — il rispetto, il lavoro, e la famiglia — respect, hard work, and family — shaped who I am today. So, when people say to me, “Wow, you never stop!” it’s because of my parents and the work ethic they instilled in me. I can still smell the food we grew up with — la pastina, pasta e fagioli, la tripa, le braciole, le lumache in sugo (periwinkles in tomato sauce), as well as l’alice (smelts) and calamari on Friday. Our house was filled with traditions, and when our parents asked us for help, we never said no — Mai dicevamo no! ITALIAN HERITAGE MONTH | SEE Page 4

Page 2 THE REVERE ADVOCATE – FRIDAY, OCTOBER 24, 2025 Revere Knights of Columbus Council 179 Past Grand Knight John Verrengia Named 2025 Italian Knight of the Year RALPH DECICCO REVERE SCHOOL COMMITTEEAT-LARGE 2nd Name on the Ballot “Everyone’s future depends on our children’s education” Paid Political Ad Revere Veterans Committee Host 20th annual Veterans Day Program Nov. 9 T Past Grand Knight of the Revere Knights of Columbus, now a member of the Lynn Council John Verrengia, center, was named the Italian Knight of 2025. Pictured with John are Lynn Council Grand Knight Michael Scarlata (left) and North Reading Grand Knight Bruce E. Farnham during the presentation of the award from the North Reading and Lynn Councils. Congratulation John Verrengia, continue all your great work supporting all those in need. (Courtesy photo) he Revere Veterans Committee in cooperation with Mayor Patrick Keefe will conduct their 20th annual Veterans Day program on Sunday, November 9, 2025 at the Casa Lucia Function Hall, Lucia Avenue, Revere, MA at 5:00 PM on behalf of the Veterans of Revere. Invited guests are retired military personnel from the Chelsea Veterans Home. A Chinese food buff et will be served at a cost of $25.00 per person. Anyone wishing to purchase a complete table of 10 in advance may call 781-244-7430. Individual or group tickets are being sold by Al Terminiello, Jr. and Ira Novoselsky. Payments must be made by Thursday, November 6, 2025. Dancing will follow the event and dinner to the music of DJ Alan LaBella.

THE REVERE ADVOCATE – FRIDAY, OCTOBER 24, 2025 Page 3 MASS. HOUSE PASSES SUPPLEMENTAL BUDGET TO CLOSE FISCAL YEAR 2025 Bill addresses budget defi ciencies and makes new, limited investments in health care, life sciences, and sports and entertainment B OSTON — Wednesday, October 15, 2025 — Today, the Massachusetts House of Representatives passed a supplemental budget to address defi ciencies, to make new necessary investments, and to close the books on Fiscal Year 2025 (FY25). The legislation appropriates $2.25 billion in gross spending, at a net cost to the state of $750 million, representing a reduction of almost $200 million from the Governor’s original proposal. “This supplemental budget closes the books on FY25, and aims to fortify the Commonwealth’s fi nances, bolster economic development, and ensure continued access to critical health care services,” said House Speaker Ronald J. Mariano (DQuincy). “In the face of unrelenting attacks from the Trump Administration that will strip health insurance coverage from millions of Americans and deny access to lifesaving vaccinations, this supplemental budget will help vulnerable residents prepare for, and avoid, a lapse in coverage, and ensure continued access to vaccines for every child in Massachusetts. I want to thank Chairman Michlewitz for his hard work, and all my colleagues in the House for recognizing the importance of the investments that are included in this legislation.” “This supplemental budget will close the books on FY25 in a balanced and fi scally responsible manner. By making critical investments into much needed programs in healthcare, education, and housing to name a few, the Commonwealth will be in a strong fi scal position for FY 26 and beyond,” said Representative Aaron Michlewitz, Chair of the House Committee on Ways & Means (D-Boston). “I want to thank Speaker Mariano for his dedication to these issues, as well as all my House colleagues for supporting this initiative.” “I’m proud that the House has passed H.4601, which incorporates my legislation to include State Police offi cers in the Commonwealth’s violent injuJessica Giannino State Representative ry disability benefits and updates key statutory language to strengthen and clarify the law. These changes represent a signifi cant legislative win, ensuring our statutes refl ect both the seriousness of catastrophic injuries sustained in the line of duty and the need for fairness and clarity in their application,” said Representative Jessica Ann Giannino (D-Revere). “I’m deeply grateful to Speaker Mariano and Chairman Michlewitz for their leadership and partnership, and to my colleagues in the House for advancing this important measure to better support those who put themselves in harm’s way to keep our communities safe.” “I am pleased to have voted for the House closeout budget. This budget takes important steps to support our critical health care system in very challenging times while also investing resources to housing, public safety and so many other important areas that aff ect the lives of residents of Winthrop and Revere,” said State Representative Jeff rey Rosario Turco (D. Winthrop). The bill passed today appropriates $10 million for Health Care for All to conduct a public awareness campaign, and to conduct health coverage enrollment assistance for communities at risk of losing health care coverage as a result of the new Medicaid reporting requirements that were put in place by President Trump and Congress through the One Big Beautiful Jeff rey Rosario Turco State Representative Bill Act. It invests $10 million for the Massachusetts Life Sciences Center, and includes $5 million in grants to reproductive health care providers. It also invests $15 million for a new Sports and Entertainment Fund grant program, for which $10 million will be set aside for the events related to the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The bill passed today also includes a policy section which authorizes the Department of Public Health Commissioner to determine routine childhood immunizations and vaccination schedules, rather than relying on the recommendations of the CDC’s Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices. In addition to the appropriations, the bill also invests in the MASS HOUSE | SEE Page 4 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 IF A CITY COUNCILLOR TELLS YOU THE TRUTH, THEY CARE ABOUT YOU . . . IF THEY TELL YOU WHAT YOU WANT TO HEAR, THEY CARE ABOUT THEMSELVES! I ALWAYS TELL YOU THE VOTE TUESDAY NOVEMBER 4, 2025 ANTHONY T. ZAMBUTO 5TH NAME ON THE BALLOT PAID POLITICAL ADVERTISEMENT PAID FOR BY THE COMMITTEE TO ELECT ANTHONY T. ZAMBUTO

Page 4 THE REVERE ADVOCATE – FRIDAY, OCTOBER 24, 2025 ITALIAN HERITAGE MONTH | FROM Page 1 I remember my father making vino (wine) in the basement and the long weekends jarring tomatoes, making pepperoni al aceto (vinegar peppers), pepperoni imbottiti con prosciutto e provolone (stuff ed cherry peppers), pickled melanzane (eggplant), and even la fonga (wild mushrooms). Those little moments taught me not just about food, but about culture, patience, and pride. Sono le momenti che mi hanno insegnato della cultura, la pazienza e l’orgoglio. On Sundays, after a long eight-course meal, we had our routine: we’d fare una passeggiata, head to Revere Beach, ride the amusements, go to Bob’s Discount, and end up surrounded by family and friends. 8 Norwood St. Everett (617) 387-9810 Open Tues. - Sat. at 4:00 PM Closed Sun. & Mon. 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They would prepare for months, hanging the prosciutto and getting the formaggio ready so there would be an abundance. The entire town would know that l’Americane were coming, and we were always welcomed by the entire città. MASS HOUSE | FROM Page 3 state’s future by depositing the remainder of the funds to an escrow account ($337. 7 million), to support pensions ($18.8 million), and to the Other Postemployment Benefi ts Trust Fund ($18.8 million). Additionally, the House acwww.810bargrille.com Cedar impression half rounds Harvey Vinyl Replacement Windows Custom Aluminum Trim work Windows & Doors Top quality Vinyl Siding! •Vinyl Siding •Carpentry Work •Decks •Roofing •Free Estimates •Replacement Windows •Fully Licensed •Fully Insured Everett Aluminum Supplies Celebrating 66 Years in Business Since 1958! cepted an amendment from Chair John Lawn that updates and restructures existing assessments on Massachusetts hospitals used to fund the Health Safety Net and related hospital support trust funds. We were — and still are — loud, emotional, passionate. Arguments? Always. But they never lasted long. Everything was forgotten and forgiven before dessert. Sunday dinners were sacred — big tables, loud voices, incredible food, and always family. Sempre famiglia! And Natale? Christmas? Era magico. It was magical. Today, we still celebrate the Feast of the Seven Fishes, and I dread the day that tradition fades. It’s not just about the food — it’s about everything that meal represents: honor, love, family, loyalty, and our shared history. Everything we do as Italians, we do per la famiglia. That’s who we are. That’s what grounds us. And in today’s world, where people can feel more disconnected than ever, sono molto grata di essere cresciuta in una cultura dove la famiglia signifi cava tutto — I am grateThe changes modernize fi nancial data used in the assessment, increase the amount hospitals contribute, and adjust how the resulting funds are distributed among hospitals. The bill also addresses budget defi ciencies, including: • $1.67 billion in gross spending ($303 million net cost) for MassHealth • $60.7 million for snow and ice removal • $35 million for HomeBASE • $14 million for the Section 35 program ful that I grew up in a culture where family meant everything. And in our Italian-American communities — like Revere — it still does. As we celebrate Italian Heritage Month in Revere, we aren’t just looking back. We’re honoring the legacy that shaped us and celebrating the traditions that still live on — the courage of our parents and grandparents, the laughter, the loudness, the food, the faith. That’s what made our families strong. From the tailor shop to the kitchen table, to Revere Beach — I carry all of that with me ogni giorno — every day. Insieme come una famiglia — together, like one family — we continue to celebrate our heritage, our traditions, and our pride here in the beautiful città di Revere. (Angela Guarino Sawaya is the ward 5 city councillor) • $12.5 million for no-cost calls • $12 million for Universal School Meals • $7.2 million for Department of Correction (DOC) Facilities operations • $6.8 million for the Clean Water Trust Fund • $3.5 million for State Police operations • $700,000 for the Suffolk County District Attorney The bill passed in the House of Representatives by a vote 141-14 and now goes to the Senate for its consideration. Monogram D4 Double siding

THE REVERE ADVOCATE – FRIDAY, OCTOBER 24, 2025 Page 5 A.C. Whelan Celebrates Fall By Melissa Moore-Randall T he A.C. Whelan School’s PTA hosted their annual Fall Bash. The Fall Bash brought students, families and teachers together celebrating the autumn season with creative Halloween costumes, creativity and plenty of fun for students and families alike. The school was fi lled with the excitement of children dressed in festive fall and Halloween outfi ts, while caregivers joined in the celebration, creating a warm and welcoming atmosphere. From the moment guests arrived, the halls buzzed with laughter, music and the joyful spirit of autumn. Throughout the evening, students enjoyed a variety of activities, including face painting, pumpkin decorating, arts and crafts, and dancing, all while snacking on delicious seasonal treats. The event provided families with an opportunity to connect and celebrate together outside the classroom, thereby strengthening the sense of community that defi nes Whelan. It was a night of smiles, creativity, and togetherness — marking another successful Fall Bash for the Whelan School. A.C. Whelan parents and staff enjoying Fall Bash 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. Students enjoyed pumpkin decorating at the Fall Bash. An A.C. Whelan student enjoying the face painting station at the Fall Bash. 14 Proctor Avenue, Revere (781) 284-5657 A.C. Whelan Principal Rachel Shanley and Assistant Principal Nicole Cascetta getting into the Halloween spirit.

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THE REVERE ADVOCATE – FRIDAY, OCTOBER 24, 2025 Page 7 ELECTION 2025 | FROM Page 1 Joanne McKenna Ward 1 Councillor Joanne McKenna has represented Beachmont for the past 10? years. Although the former Revere High teacher is fiercely committed to her ward and neighbors, she now wants to shift her focus to advocating for the entire city. And it makes sense. Much of McKenna’s work on the City Council has been for the benefi t of all of Revere. McKenna is committed to protecting Revere’s unique environment and wildlife. She spearheaded the plan to convert the retired Beachmont fi re station into a community arts center. During the past 10 years, McKenna wrote 17 ordinances that have had an impact on the entire city. She successfully pushed to implement a ban on plastic bags, polystyrene and billboards; she developed regulations for Airbnbs and shortterm rentals; she managed to extend yard waste and street sweeping through December, and she called for the use of less invasive rat poison to protect wildlife and domestic animals. McKenna spent much of the summer knocking on doors. Despite a late summer case of covid, she said, it’s been a wonderful experience. She said she’s knocked 3,700 times and she has loved it. “I don’t take anything for granted,” she said. “If you want something, you work for it.” The campaigning has brought her back in touch with former students and coworkers from the school departments as well as many people she hadn’t seen for years. “People are concerned,” she said, adding that overdevelopment, the cost of the high school and the fact that residents can’t park in front of their homes are issues residents frequently mention. And then there are taxes and water and sewer bills that worry many residents. “I understand,” she said. “I live here too.” “Many concerns are the result of overbuilding,” said McKenna, adding that these are not great times. “We would be in better shape if Suff olk Downs was completed,” she said. McKenna has invested 43 years in service to the city, fi rst as a teacher then as a city councillor. She hopes to continue working as a councillor-at-large to make Revere safe, clean and beautiful. “If God wants me to do this, I’ll do it,” she said. Anthony Parziale Many in Revere fi rst met Anthony Parziale when a transitional shelter for the homeless was proposed in his Arcadia Street neighborhood. Residents acknowledged the need for the shelter, but they opposed locating it in their residential neighborhood packed with families and children. Parziale led the opposition to the shelter, and it was strong and steady. The City Council said the project was governed by state regulations, and they had no authority to stop it. The plan was withdrawn, and another location was sought. “It felt like the people on Arcadia Street didn’t have a voice,” said Parziale. “Every resident deserves the right to take part in government that makes decisions that aff ect them.” Parziale was also surprised by the City Council’s position that the shelter was a state project over which they had no authority. “Those words don’t make sense to me,” he said, adding that if he were a councillor, he would negotiate with state or federal offi cials and agencies on behalf of constituents. In the wake of the Arcadia Street debate, Parziale ran for an at-large seat on the City Council in 2023. He came in sixth, which in Revere means if any elected councillor-at-large cannot serve the term, Parziale would be appointed to that seat. Parziale began attending every meeting. He feels city government should start with the small things. “If we do the little things right, picking up the trash, answering 311, then when a big issue comes along, we’ll be able to work together and handle it,” he said. Still, Parziale watches the big issues unfolding in the city. “I’m a huge fan of commercial development,” he said. “We get the revenue without a huge strain on infrastructure.” He’s also clear on development within neighborhoods. “If the neighborhood doesn’t want it, that’s an easy no for me,” he said. Parziale also has some ideas on the Community Investment Trust Fund, which collects contributions from developers to off set the impact their projects have on the city. The sums are substantial and often pay for major city projects, but Parziale has proposed distributing some of that money to residents directly aff ected by developments. “We can do a little more for abutters,” he said. “Let’s do right by the people.” Parziale also thinks mitigation money should go straight into the high school stabilization fund. “At least we’ll know it’s being used for a good cause,” he said. Parziale said he’s hopeful about the high school, but he believes the city needs to be proactive about fi nding funds to support it. “Residents are worried about an override,” he said. “I’ll vote no on that.” Parziale would also like to begin a discussion about capping property taxes for seniors. He said he would have to work with the CFO. “I believe there’s a way to pay for the school without burdening residents,” he said. Parziale is the deputy superintendent of public works for the city of Woburn. “Other people will talk about infrastructure, I know about it,” he said. And his job allows him to tell voters, “I’m blue collar, I work just like you. Your issues are my issues.” Parziale’s broad goal is to make local government transparent and fair. “I want things to be easy,” he said. “I don’t want residents to guess what’s going on in the budget. People need to be heard.” Like other candidates, Parziale has been knocking on doors, and he said he’s feeling really good about the response from voters. “I think people want some change,” he said. “When we have change, we have hope.” Wayne Rose Many in Revere may know Wayne Rose for his work starting the Safe Saturdays program, which gave kids a safe night in a gym rather than on the streets. Safe Saturdays ran for 30 weeks, and Rose hopes to restore the program. Others may know Rose for fi ghting against parking meters on Revere Beach. Others may recall he raised $3,000 and delivered a meal to residents at Jack Satter House during covid. But still others may know Rose as a sharply critical watchdog who has harshly criticized public offi cials and projects in the past. “In this race, I’ve changed,” he said. “I had to change.” Rose acknowledges in the past he has been overly negative. “I’m not a politician, I’m a street guy,” he said, adding that he’s learned how to change. “I’ve learned from knocking on doors and talking to people, and that’s what I’ll move forward with,” he said. And according to Rose, one of his big takeaways from talking to residents is that people are “really mad.” “We need change,” he said. “The traffic, the development — we need small buildings not apartments on top of apartments.” Rose acknowledges the city needs some development, some aff ordable residential and commercial development. He said the cost of living in Revere is pushing older residents out of the city. “Everything is a fee,” he said, “parking fees, trash fees…” And Rose questions the way the city is spending its money. He worries that the ultimate cost of the new high school could be exorbitant, and he questions why the city is giving the Suff olk Downs development a $15 million tax break but can’t fi nd the money for school buses. Rose also has experience tackling quality-of-life issues. “I’ve fought the rat population for 10 years now,” he said. Rose believes the problem is open dumpsters at restaurants, properties on Revere Beach, at the Hill and A.C. Whalen Schools and the police barracks. He said nothing is done to regulate the dumpsters while residents receive fi nes if their trash barrels are not closed tightly. When the Department of Conservation & Recreation installed parking meters on Revere Beach, Rose harnessed residents’ anger and organized and led rallies and protests. “People came out, gathered and held signs,” said Rose. And they were heard. “We got the meters off the beach.” And Revere regained its standing as the fi rst public beach in the United States with free and open access to all. Rose’s campaign material highlights his and his family’s working-class roots. His pitch to voters is “I’m a blue collar citizen like you…A vote for Wayne Rose is a vote for the people.”

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Page 12 THE REVERE ADVOCATE – FRIDAY, OCTOBER 24, 2025 The Annual Trunk or Treat Plays Host to 1,000 Halloween Revelers at Haas Wellness Center State Representative Jeff Turco and family. City Councillor Juan Jaramillo. Ward 5 Councillor Angela Guarino Sawaya with her husband, Anthony. Ward 4 Councillor Paul Argenzio and family. Mayor Patrick Keefe as the Dark Knight with First Lady Jenn Keefe as Cat Woman, and Adrianna as Harley Quinn. Candidate for Ward 4 School Committee Stephen Damiano, Jacklyn and their children, Stephen and Jack. The O’Hara, Pino, and LaSalla family. The Wicked from the Revere Police Department. Ella Sullivan, Evelina Ross, Kaia Rose and Annmarie Sullivan Fire Chief Jacob Areas.

THE REVERE ADVOCATE – FRIDAY, OCTOBER 24, 2025 Page 13 The team from Revere’s Inspectional Services. Revere Public Health was part of the Trunk or Treat. Donna and Steven Dreeszen and family. Happy Halloween from Dina’s Realty. The Revere Karate Academy was part of the annual event. Happy Halloween from the Robert J. Haas Wellness Center. A big score from Sports Cuts. Audrianna and Haley Tedesco. Revere’s Director of Public Health Services Lauren Buck. A Super Halloween from Revere’s Treasury Department. Greetings from BDS Junk Removal. School Committee member John Kingston dressed as Charlie Brown. Amalia Hogu, Matteo Carbo, Luca Carbo and Abigail Hogu.

Page 14 THE REVERE ADVOCATE – FRIDAY, OCTOBER 24, 2025 Revere High School Patriots Girls’ Varsity Volleyball Team Honors Seniors Samarah Meristal was accompanied by her mother Sandra Cajoux, her aunt Presca Bousqet, Samarah Meristal, little cousin Briella, and Angel Waruinge’ Muthemba during last Wednesday’s Revere High School Lady Patriots Girls’ Varsity Volleyball Senior Night. Dayana Ortega was accompanied by her mother Monica Echavarria, her brothers Jeff erson and Esteban Ortega, her sister Isabella Cadavid and her cousins Victoria Lelcesona and Brandon Carvajal. Susan Lemuz Chavez #8 was accompanied by her brother Gerardo Rodriguez, her sister Gabriella Rodriguez, her nephew David Enrique and her friends, Geovanny Acetty, Nicolas Garzon and Isabella Arroyave. Isabella Arroyave was accompanied by her father, Freddy Arroyave, her mother, Maribel Lopez, her sisters, Estefania and Luis Arroyave, her brother-in-law, Mauricio Marin and her friends, Paul Orrego, Isabella Mendieta, Nico Garzon, Jero Agudelo, Nataly Esquivel, Meli Gomez, Susan Lemus and Basma Sahibi. Sara Brown was accompanied by her mother Kimberly Brown, her father Mohamed Abdelfattah and her brother Adam Brown. Jade Dang was accompanied by her brothers, Jason and Jack Dang, her cousins: Vi Bui and Caitlyn Undag, her friends: Nadir Maid, Faris Maid, Ethan Men, Samantha Indorato, Dayana Ortega and Sara Brown. Samantha Indorato was accompanied by her mother, Juliana Indorato, her father, Joseph Indorato and her sister Sabrina Indorato. Shown from left to right, are: seniors Sara Brown, Jade Dang, Dayana Ortega, Samantha Indorato, Samarah Meristal, Basma Sahibi, Susan Lemus Chavez, Isabella Arroyave, Team Manager Zohra Benkreira, and Head Coach Emilie Clemons. (Advocate photos by Tara Vocino)

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Page 16 THE REVERE ADVOCATE – FRIDAY, OCTOBER 24, 2025 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 THE HOUSE AND SENATE: Beacon Hill Roll Call records local representatives’ and senators’ votes on roll calls from the week of October 13-17. $2.25 BILLION FISCAL 2025 SUPPLEMENTAL BUDGET (H 4601) House 141-14 approved and sent to the Senate a $2.25 billion fiscal 2025 supplemental budget designed to close out the books on fi scal year 2025. The measure provides $1.67 billion to MassHealth and $374 million to former Steward Health Care hospitals at a time when state offi - cials say they are feeling budget pressures associated with rising health care costs. The proposal would also increase hospital contributions by $50 million to support the Health Safety Net and stabilize funding for MassHealth and safety net hospitals. Other provisions include $10 million for Health Care for All to conduct a public awareness campaign, and to conduct health coverage enrollment assistance for communities at risk of losing health care coverage as a result of the new Medicaid reporting requirements; $10 million for the Massachusetts Life Sciences Center; $5 million in grants to reproductive health care providers; $60.7 million for snow and ice removal; $12.5 million for prisoners to make free phone calls; $12 million for Universal School Meals; $6.8 million for the Clean Water Trust Fund; $3.5 million for State Police operations; $15 million for a new Sports and Entertainment Fund grant program, for which $10 million will be set aside for the events related to the 2026 FIFA World Cup; and withholding most of a $162 million funding request from county sheriff s, until the state Inspector General investigates sheriff s’ fi nances. “This supplemental budget closes the books on fi scal year 2025, and aims to fortify the commonwealth’s fi nances, bolster economic development and ensure continued access to critical health care services,” said House Speaker Ron Mariano (D-Quincy). “In the face of unrelenting attacks from the Trump Administration that will strip health insurance coverage from millions of Americans and deny access to lifesaving vaccinations, this supplemental budget will help vulnerable residents prepare for, and avoid, a lapse in coverage and ensure continued access to vaccines for every child in Massachusetts.” “This supplemental budget will close the books on fi scal year 2025 in a balanced and fi scally responsible manner,” said Rep. Aaron Michlewitz (D-Boston), Chair of the House Committee on Ways and Means. “By making critical investments into much needed programs in healthcare, education and housing to name a few, the commonwealth will be in a strong fi scal position for fi scal year 2026 and beyond.” “There has been little information on why there are exorbitant runaway costs in the MassHealth program,” said Rep. Ken Sweezey (R-Hanson). “I cannot continue to support writing blank checks without accountability and a strategy to reel in the spending. I also see a need for some serious reforms to the HomeBase program and the no-cost calls program within our correctional facilities before we continue to supplement their budgets.” “I believe we need proper oversight of these medical expenditures before committing more funding,” said Rep. Mike Soter (R-Bellingham). “The governor should provide a detailed report outlining what’s driving these rising costs before requesting additional taxpayer dollars. We can’t claim to have a revenue problem in one breath and then spend signifi cant public funds without accountability in the next.” “The Democrats have once again blamed President Trump for their failures,” said Rep. Nick Boldyga (R-Southwick). “But the reality is they’ve bankrupted our healthcare system by fl ooding it with illegal aliens. They had to spend another $2.5 billion dollars to bailout our hospitals.” (A Yes” vote is for the budget. A “No” vote is against it.) Rep. Jessica Giannino Yes Rep. Jeff Turco Yes MAKE MENSTRUAL PRODUCTS MORE AVAILABLE AT NO COST (S 2640) Senate 39-0, approved and sent to the House a bill that would require all prisons, homeless shelters and public elementary and secondary schools to maintain free menstrual products, including sanitary napkins, tampons and underwear liners in private and public restrooms; and to make them available in a “convenient manner that does not stigmatize any persons seeking the products.” Supporters said that according to the Massachusetts Menstrual Equity Coalition, approximately one in seven children in Massachusetts is living in poverty and struggles to pay for menstrual products. They argued that research shows that the inability to access menstrual products aff ects students’ class attendance. They also noted that women facing homelessness or who are incarcerated face high barriers to access, with Massachusetts shelters reporting that menstrual products are among the least donated items. They argued that restricted access in shelters and correctional facilities means that products can be used as bargaining chips and tools of control for people in vulnerable circumstances. “Equitable access to free disposable menstrual products is a necessity for menstruators everywhere,” said sponsor Sen. Pat Jehlen (D-Somerville). “This bill has the ability to ensure menstruators in public schools, shelters and prisons no longer have to experience anxiety, shame or fear around periods. Students in my district were the first to meet with me and speak out about their concerns in school of not knowing if they would have access to menstrual products when they needed them. I am so glad to see this bill passed in the Senate which honors the work and courage of these students who have inspired so many more to break through the stigma and advocate for their peers.” “Tampons and pads are a basic hygiene necessity,” said Senate President Karen Spilka (D-Ashland). “Ensuring their availability—safely and without stigma—is key to advancing equity for women’s health. Menstruating people have always shouldered the burden of carrying their own tampons and pads into the restroom, leading to a quiet struggle all too real for the girls and women who have diffi culty making ends meet.” The Senate approved the same bill in the 2023-2024 session on October 26, 2023 and sent it to the House Ways and Means Committee where no further action was taken for more than a year and the bill died from inaction on December 31, 2024. Any individual representative in the 2023-2024 session could have acted to try to force the bill out of the Ways and Means Committee but none of the 160 House members did so. Any House member can still do the same anytime during the current 20252026 session. Under House rules, any individual representative can move to discharge any and all bills from the Ways and Means Committee. There is a 7-day waiting period prior to the House considering the motion to discharge. The discharge motion must receive a majority vote of the members present. If the measure is discharged from the committee, the committee has four days within which to report out the measure for placement on the House’s agenda for action. A bill may also be discharged from the Ways and Means Committee by any representative by fi ling a petition signed by a majority of the House. The bill would then be discharged seven days later and go onto the House agenda for the next session. However, the Ways and Means Committee is often a burial ground for bills that will never again see the light of day. “Rarely, if ever, does a member go either of those two routes against the wishes of the leadership and the com

THE REVERE ADVOCATE – FRIDAY, OCTOBER 24, 2025 Page 17 mittee chair,” said a state representative who requested anonymity. They told Beacon Hill Roll Call, “It’s no secret that Speaker Mariano controls the fl ow of legislation and a bill makes progress in the House only when he wants it to. Every member knows that one of the biggest sins is to publicly make a motion to discharge a bill from a committee. The leadership frowns upon that.” House Ways and Means Committee chair Aaron Michlewitz (D-Boston); Margaret Ann Ferrnate (D-Gloucester), vice chair of House Ways and Means; Todd Smola (R-Warren), the ranking Republican on the committee; and House Speaker Ron Mariano did not respond to repeated requests by Beacon Hill Roll Call asking them to comment on the committee bottling up the bill and killing it. Beacon Hill Roll Call asked Sen. Pat Jehlen (D-Somerville), the bill’s sponsor and Sen. Patrick O’Connor (R-Weymouth), a strong supporter of the bill, to comment on the killing of the bill. “I support our House colleagues’ efforts this session, and in prior ones, to advance this important legislation,” Jehlen responded. O’Connor responded, “Unfortunately, all too often within the legislative process we see bills that would benefi t individuals across the commonwealth not make it across the fi nish line with the other priority bills the House and Senate both have on the docket. With the overwhelming support of [this bill] this session, I am confi dent now more than ever that we will fi nally be able to get this through the House and I will continue to urge my colleagues in both chambers to get this done.” Spokespersons for two groups that are lobbying for House rules changes, including preventing bills from being unilaterally being killed by a committee chair, did not mince words when asked to respond to the death of the bill. “As long as representatives forfeit their power, Michlewitz and a few unknown staff ers will keep sorting bills into yes/ no piles behind closed doors,” said Aaron Singer, the producer and director of “Shadows on the Hill,” an upcoming documentary that he says asks why common-sense bills don’t pass the Massachusetts Legislature. “We don’t even know if there are women in that room. The real question is which representative will rally a coalition to rewrite House rules and reclaim the lawmaking process. Without reform, even small disagreements with leadership demand an outsized, confl ict-heavy push.” Scotia Hille, Executive Director of Act on Mass said, “Every session, our elected representatives in the Statehouse allow popular, commonsense legislation like this bill to die without a vote. Unfortunately, they would rather leave our state’s neediest without adequate menstrual care than defy leadership by using their own power to initiate a vote. So long as we allow chamber leaders to control member’s salaries, I fear we will continue to see this pattern unfold. Our legislators should be empowered to act independently and organize their peers behind legislation their constituents need. This situation and unfortunately many others like it motivate Act on Mass to support a reform to legislative stipends.” (A “Yes” vote is for the bill.) Sen. Lydia Edwards Yes COMPANIES MUST DISCLOSED INGREDIENTS OF MENSTRUAL PRODUCTS (S 1483) Senate 39-0, approved and sent to the House a proposal that would require manufacturers of menstrual health products to clearly disclose and display a list of ingredients. The ingredients would have to be easily accessible on both retail packages and manufacturers’ websites. “A person who menstruates will use, on average, over 10,000 menstrual products in their lifetime,” said sponsor Sen. Jo Comerford (DNorthampton). “Yet, menstrual products have increasingly been found to contain harmful substances such as PFAS, heavy metals and other toxic chemicals.” “Menstrual equity is not only about making products free—it’s about ensuring those products are safe, high quality and labeled with full ingredient disclosure,” said Sasha Goodfriend, Executive Director of Mass NOW. “We are deeply grateful that the Senate understands that dignity requires both access and accountability. Today’s vote sends a powerful message: menstruators in Massachusetts deserve not just products, but the ability to make informed choices about what products they use for their menstrual health.” (A “Yes” vote is for the bill.) Sen. Lydia Edwards Yes EXPAND THE “MOVE OVER” LAW (S 2653) Senate 39-0, approved and sent to the Senate legislation that would require motorists to slow down if they are approaching a stationary utility truck or a stopped vehicle with fl ashing lights on the shoulder of a road or breakdown lane of a highway. Drivers on a highway with multiple lanes in each direction would also be required, if practicable, to change lanes to ensure greater safety for vehicles and individuals in the breakdown lane. The bill expands the state’s existing Move Over Law which provides this protection for emergency response vehicles, highway maintenance vehicles and tow trucks. “This essential legislation is a critical upgrade to our Move Over Law, expanding its lifesaving protections to everyone who must work or wait on the side of a busy highway,” said sponsor Sen. Brendan Crighton (D-Lynn), Senate Chair of the Committee on Transportation. “By including disabled vehicles and utility workers and implementing stronger penalties, we are making everyone on our roads safer.” “National Grid employees perform critical repairs and maintenance to ensure safe, reliable energy service across Massachusetts every day when customers need it most,” said Shaun Vacher, Vice-President of Electric Operations for National Grid. “We thank the Senate for passing this important legislation to provide essential protections for roadside utility crews, helping ensure they can do this vital work safely and without unnecessary risk.” “The Massachusetts State Police shares the HealeyDriscoll Administration’s support for this bill, which provides important additions to the commonwealth’s existing Move Over Law,” said Col. Geoff rey Noble, a spokesperson for the Massachusetts State Police. “While these expanded provisions support our ability to address dangerous behavior through enforcement, above all else, we want drivers to slow down and change lanes away from stationary vehicles when it’s safe to do so. Taking these common-sense steps will prevent the serious injuries and fatal outcomes that change lives forever.” (A “Yes” vote is for the bill.) Sen. Lydia Edwards Yes ALSO UP ON BEACON HILL THE HOUSE GAVE INITIAL APPROVAL TO SEVERAL BILLS INCLUDING: FIRE CHIEF MUST BE A FORMER FIREFIGHTER (H 2646) — Would require that any candidates for appointment to the position of Fire Chief, Fire Commissioner or head of a fi re department in any city or town, must have been a uniformed member of the Massachusetts fi refi ghting force of a Massachusetts Fire Department for a minimum of fi ve years. 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Page 18 THE REVERE ADVOCATE – FRIDAY, OCTOBER 24, 2025 1. On Oct. 24, 1940, the 1938 U.S. Fair Labor Standards Act mandated what workweek hours? 2. “Broom-Stick Bunny” (1956) has the animated characters Witch Hazel and what rabbit? 3. What New England city has a Guinness World Record for “most lit jack-o’-lanterns on display”? 4. On Oct. 25, 1955, the fi rst of what type of oven want on sale? 5. Which voice assistant came fi rst, Alexa or Siri? 6. What tale did Mary Shelley devise during a ghost story competition among friends? 7. On Oct. 26, 2005, what team with a name including a plural form of a clothing item won the World Series? 8. What two men are associated with the names of famous chocolate candies? 9. Washington Irving’s short story “The Legend of Sleepy Hollow” is set on what river? 10. What U.S. president appeared on an episode of “Comedians in Cars Getting Coff ee”? 11. On Oct. 27, 1966, what Peanuts show aired (fi rst major TV Halloween special)? 12. The Deep Blue computer is famous for what? 13. October 28 is International Animation Day; the comedy “Wallace & Gromit: The Curse of the Were-Rabbit” debuted in the USA in October when: 1954, 1966 or 2005? 14. What is the world’s largest toothed predator (appears in a famous 1851 book)? 15. Is Halloween celebrated in Mexico? 16. October 29 is National Cat Day; what Frenchman was brought out of retirement to sing the title song in the 1970 animated musical comedy fi lm “The Aristocats”? 17. Who sang “Superstition” and appeared as a witch doctor during Super Bowl XLVII? 18. The animated shorts “Duck Amuk,” “What’s Opera, Doc?” and “One Froggy Evening” were called “culturally signifi cant” by what arm of the U.S. Congress? 19. In what book does a godmother say “Run into the garden, and bring me a pumpkin”? 20. On Oct. 30, 1958, who decorated the White House for Halloween for the fi rst time? Answers Can You Get a Lump Sum Social Security Payment? Dear Savvy Senior, I’ve read that the Social Security Administration offers a lump-sum payment to new retirees who need some extra cash. I haven’t yet fi led for my retirement benefi ts and would like to fi nd out if this is true. What can you tell me? Born In 1958 Dear 1958, There is indeed a littleknown Social Security claiming strategy that’s been around for many years that can provide retirees a lumpsum benefi t, but you need to be past your full retirement age to be eligible, and there are fi nancial drawbacks you need to be aware of too. First, let’s review the basics. Remember that while workers can begin drawing their Social Security retirement benefi ts anytime between ages 62 and 70, full retirement age is 66 and 8 months for those born in 1958, but it rises in two-month increments every birth year to age 67 for those born in 1960 and later. At full retirement age, you are entitled to 100 percent of your benefi ts. But if you claim earlier, your benefi ts will be reduced by 5 to 6.66 percent every year you start before your full retirement age. While if you delay taking your benefi ts beyond your full retirement age, you’ll get 8 percent more each year until age 70. Lump Sum Option If you are past full retirement age, and have not yet filed for your benefits, the Social Security Administration off ers a retroactive lumpsum payment that’s worth six months of benefi ts. Here’s how it works. Let’s say for example that you were planning to delay taking your Social Security benefi ts past your full retirement age of 66 and 8 months, but you changed your mind at 67 and two months. You could then claim a lump-sum payment equal to those six months of benefi ts. So, for instance, if your full retirement age benefi t was $2,500 per month, you would be entitled to a $15,000 lump sum payment. If you decided at age 67 that you wanted to fi le retroactively, you’d get only four months’ worth of benefits in your lump sum, because SSA rules prohibit you from claiming benefits that predate your full retirement age. Drawbacks The downside to this strategy is that once you accept a lump-sum payment, you’ll lose the delayed retirement credits you’ve accrued, and your future monthly retirement benefi t will be reduced to refl ect the amount you already received. It will also affect your future survivor benefi t to your spouse or other eligible family members after you die. You may also need to consider Uncle Sam. Depending on your income, Social Security benefi ts may be taxable, and a lump-sum payment could boost the amount of benefi ts that are taxed. 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THE REVERE ADVOCATE – FRIDAY, OCTOBER 24, 2025 Page 19 Revere defense shines, but mistakes costly in 12—8 loss to Lynn Classical By Dom Nicastro For a team searching for a breakthrough win, Revere’s trip to Manning Field on Saturday morning brought both hope and heartbreak. The Patriots battled Lynn Classical wire to wire but fell just short, 12—8, in a defensive slugfest that slipped away on mental mistakes and missed chances. “I thought we had every chance to win,” Revere coach Lou Cicatelli said. “Another game where, again, growing pains — making a lot of mistakes mentally. Going off side, giving them a fi rst down on a fourth and four, a third and fi ve, happening over and over again. We just can’t do that. They’re not experienced enough yet to make those mistakes and win close games.” Despite the loss, it was Revere’s stingiest defensive eff ort of the season, holding Classical to 12 points (fewest allowed this year) and stopping both two-point conversion attempts. “The defense played very well,” Cicatelli said. “They moved the ball down the field, but we didn’t bend. We stopped the two-point conversions both times, and that kept us in the game.” The tone was set by senior lineman Ceaser Herrera, who Cicatelli called “the catalyst all night” on defense. “Ceaser had an unbelievable game,” the coach said. “He was all over the place on defense, and he wasn’t feeling good either — real sick. He took himself out and then put himself back in. He was in the backfi eld, making plays; he was just everywhere.” Cicatelli also praised David Cruz, who returned to the defensive backfi eld. “We gave him a shot, and he probably had about fi ve or six tackles,” he said. “He made a great stick coming up from the safety position and popped the ball loose around the 40. That kind of got us going.” The Patriots entered the game shorthanded again, with several starters unavailable, including center Bryan Maia and twoway playmaker Charles Dobre. That meant an unexpected varsity debut for freshman Chris DeAngelo, who started at center and held his own. “Chris did a great job,” Cicatelli said. “It was his fi rst varsity football game. He loved it. He did it well. I was really happy about that.” Revere’s off ense leaned heavily on Mario Ramirez, who rushed for about 115 yards while playing through pain. “He ran really hard,” Cicatelli said. “He’s banged up, but he stuck it out.” The depleted Patriots relied on a rotation of younger backs. Freshman Ismael Romero-Gonzalez made the most of his carries, and Sergio Peguero added a spark with several big runs, including a touchdown on a jetsweep counter play. “Sergio ran a couple of jet sweeps, one for a touchdown on the counter play,” Cicatelli said. “He made some real nice, big runs during the game. That was his first time playing that position, and he had a good day for himself.” For all the frustration, the coach said his players continue to show heart and eff ort in the face of adversity. “They’re playing hard, they’re hitting, they’re running, they’re moving the football,” he said. “It’s just been a tough year. I’m trying to be positive about it. But at some point, we’ve just got to do better.” Revere’s offense once again showed fl ashes of potential, cutting the deficit to 12—8 in the fourth quarter with a chance to steal it late. “When we went down the fi eld and made it 12— 8, I thought we were going to win it,” Cicatelli said. The Patriots (1—5, 1—3 GBL) return home this Friday, Oct. 24, for a 6 p.m. matchup with Malden (2—4, 2—2 GBL), which just snapped a threegame skid with a 22—8 win over Chelsea. Cicatelli hopes some home cooking — and a week of cleaner football — can help turn things around. “Finally get back home a little bit, maybe get some home cooking, and we can get this thing pointing in the right direction,” he said. “We just have to keep working through the mistakes and keep getting better.” REVERE FALL SPORTS ROUNDUP Volleyball clinches playoffs, golf wraps strong, cross-country and soccer push forward By Dom Nicastro t’s been a productive stretch for Revere High athletics as the fall regular season nears its close. The volleyball team secured its state tournament berth; golf wrapped a successful year, and cross country- and soccer continue to compete with grit across the Greater Boston League. Volleyball heads to postseason T he Revere girls volleyball team, led by Head Coach Emilie Clemons, is fi nishing the regular season with confi dence and momentum. The Patriots are 15-4 overall and 10-3 in the GBL after another strong week that included a Senior Night victory and a solid road performance. Revere celebrated eight seniors during a dramatic 3-2 win over Somerville. Samarah Meristal had 11 kills, Haley Peralta tallied nine, and Dayana Ortega and Basma Sahibi added eight each. Libero Samantha Indorato was outstanding defensively with 28 digs, while Susan Lemus Chavez contributed six kills, six aces and 18 assists. The Patriots followed with a 3-1 loss at Malden before bouncing back Monday with a 3-0 sweep at Everett. Ortega had seven kills and three aces, while Peralta added three kills and four aces in a balanced attack. 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Page 22 THE REVERE ADVOCATE – FRIDAY, OCTOBER 24, 2025 OBITUARY Brenda Jean Rosato O f Revere. Passed away peacefully on Tuesday, October 7th, 2025 at Massachusetts General Hospital in Boston, surrounded by her loving family. She was 67 years old. Brenda was born in Chelsea on June 9, 1958. She was the daughter of the late George and Lillian T. (Fiore) Giles. Brenda was raised and educated in East Boston until moving to Revere when she was 17 years old where she remained a long time resident. Brenda was an animal lover who spent much of her childhood horseback riding. She also loved marine life and was an avid reader. Brenda was a loving mother, grandmother, sister, aunt, cousin, and friend who will be missed by all who knew her. Brenda is the devoted mother of Nick Rosato of Lynn and Brenda-Marie Rosato of Attleboro. She is the dear sister of Gerard Jesse Giles of Revere, Dennis Keith Giles of Wakefi eld, George A. Giles of Melrose, and the late Kathleen Luongo of Revere. Cherished grandmother of Parker G. Lazzaro and Carter M. Lazzaro. She is also lovingly survived by many nieces, nephews, and cousins. Services for Brenda were held privately. ROUNDUP | FROM Page 19 Clemons said the team has stayed focused on improvement despite bumps along the way. “These girls have continued to compete and focus on their goals,” she said. “In life you have to learn how to react to adversity — you either crumble under pressure or you overcome it.” Revere was set to close its regular season Wednesday, Oct. 22, at Lynn Classical before awaiting its Division 2 state tournament seed. Girls’ cross-country wins tight meet T he Revere girls’ crosscountry team earned another team victory last week, edging Malden 2530 on its home course at Belle Isle. Head Coach Katie Sinnott said the win was a true team effort, with every placement mattering. “Although Malden took spots four through seven, Revere taking the top three spots was huge,” she said. “It was quite a sprint to the fi nish, with only a split second between Emma DeCrosta and a Malden runner on her heels.” Sinnott praised junior Tram Vu for a late surge that helped secure the win. “Tram came up big by passing a runner in the last three-quarters of a mile to push us into the lead,” she said. Senior captain Olivia Rupp once again led the way, taking fi rst overall in 19 minutes, 57 seconds. Rania Hamdani was second (22:00), DeCrosta third (23:33), Vu eighth (30:08), Valeria Acevedo Estrada 10th (38:04) and freshman Adis Cordero Canela 11th (38:04). Sinnott added that both Hamdani and DeCrosta recorded their best home course times of the year. The Patriots were set to close their regular season Wednesday, Oct. 22, against perennial powerhouse Somerville. Golf caps competitive season evere/Malden golf fi nished a strong season under Head Coach Brandon Pezzuto, going 5-52 and taking third place in the GBL behind Medford and Lynn English. Two standout players, Revere’s Frankie Annunziata and Malden’s Tommy Cronin, represented Revere at the MIAA Division 1 Tournament. Later in the week, Annunziata, Cronin and Revere’s Jacob Simonelli competed at the GBL Open at Unicorn Golf Course in Stoneham. Despite the second nine holes being called off due to rain, Revere/Malden fi nished third overall with 51 points in the Stableford format. Cronin tied for second individually with 31 points, just fi ve behind the overall winner from Medford. “It was a great season for R T TRINITY REAL ESTATE 321 MAIN STREET | SAUGUS, MA | VILLAGE PARK TrinityHomesRE.com No Tricks, Just a Treat! No Jus Fin Off mar on y Find out your homes value this Fall! 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Revere holds recent wins over Lynn Classical (4-0) and Everett (3-1), ties with Lynn English (1-1) and Medford (4-4) and narrow losses to Chelsea, Malden and Somerville. Senior striker Patrick Valentim leads the Patriots’ off ense as the team’s top scorer, while center back Jason Balla anchors the defense. Rodriguez said the team has shown good leadership and continues to battle for every point as it pushes toward the postseason. SINGLE FAMILY SINGLE FAMILY TWO FAMILY

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