Your Local News & Sports Online. Scan Here! Vol. 35, No.49 -FREE12th www.advocatenews.net oca Annual Mass Badge Thanksgiving Dinner A Great Success T Over 1,000 attendees gathered at the 12th Annual Mass Badge Community Thanksgiving Dinner at Casa Lucia Function Facility last Tuesday night. Approximately 200 meals were delivered to local needy families. Shown from left to right: Back row: Giuseppe DeCicco, Saverio DeCicco and Michael Prizio; standing: Assunta DeCicco, Mayor Patrick Keefe, Councillor-at-Large-Elect Joanne McKenna, Matthew Parlante, Kerry Armstrong, Phyllis Prizio, Stephen Fiore, Maureen Willet and Deborah McGarr. Photo highlights start on page 12. (Advocate photo by Tara Vocino) Free Every Friday 781-286-8500 Friday, December 5, 2025 City Council Adopts Minimum Residential Tax Factor, Paving Way for 2026 Rate Shift By Barbara Taormina he City Council voted unanimously to adopt a minimum residential tax factor of.882054 to allow the Board of Assessors to set the tax rate for 2026. The residential tax factor allows the city to shift the property tax burden from residential properties to commercial and industrial properties. A minimum residential factor shifts the greatest portion of the total tax levy allowed from residential property owners to commercial owners. Dana Brangiforte, Chairman of the Board of Assessors, told the council that Revere has Coffee with a Cop at Senior Center T historically adopted the minimum residential factor. “The shift allows us to provide the greatest benefi t to the residential taxpayer,” said Brangiforte. Brangiforte said tax rates for both residential and commercial properties are set to decrease slightly. According to Brangiforte, the commercial rate is dipping from $18.05 this year to $17.74 for 2026. Residential rates are going from $9.07 to $8.94 per one thousand dollars of value. However, as Councillor-at-Large Michelle Kelley pointed out, residents may still see higher tax bills because of the increase in property values. Beachmont Improvement Committee to Host Annual Tree Lighting and Clothing Drive on Sunday, Dec. 7th at 5 p.m. he Beachmont Improvement Committee (BIC) will host its Annual Community Tree Lighting on Sunday, December 7 at 5 p.m. at the Beachmont Community Park at Douglas Cummings Square (in front of the Julia Ward Howe building on Crescent Avenue). The night will feature a visCOFFEE TALK: The Coff ee with a Cop program by the Revere Police Dept. has become a popular event across the city as the program allows residents to meet with members of the department, including executive offi cers, such as Chief Maria LaVita, shown above with Tina Notaro and Captain Tom Malone. See story and photos inside. (Advocate photo) it by Santa and Mrs. Claus, hot chocolate, holiday treats and more. In conjunction with the event, the BIC is also conducting its annual Clothing Drive to benefi t the students at the Beachmont Elementary School. Between now and the event, BIC will be collecting new winter clothing items (coats, hats, gloves, socks, etc.), as well as new pajamas. Those who cannot attend the event but would like to donate to the drive can message the group on Facebook, Instagram or email them at beachmontimprovementcommittee@gmail.comthey will arrange drop off and pick up.
Page 2 THE REVERE ADVOCATE – FRIDAY, DECEMBER 5, 2025 Mayor announces City of Revere’s Holiday Toy Drive M ayor Patrick Keefe, Jr. announced, and he proudly supports, the Department of Engagement, Inclusion, and Culture’s 2025 Holiday Toy Drive. This annual initiative aims to bring joy, hope and holiday cheer to children and families across the community who might be facing fi nancial challenges this season. “The holiday season is a time for generosity, compassion, and community, and I encourage all residents who are able to donate a new, unwrapped toy. “Your contribution can make a meaningful diff erence in the life of a child here in Revere,” said the department’s Director, Steven Morabito. We invite community members, local organizations, and businesses to participate by donating new and unopened toys. All donated items will be distributed to children in need throughout Revere to ensure they experience the joy of the season. Donation details Deadline: Friday, December 16, 2025. Drop-off location: Revere City Hall — Basement Level, 281 Broadway, Revere. Residents are encouraged to contribute early and help spread holiday cheer to families who need it most. F Come Celebrate the Holiday Season and ‘Patterns in the Snow’ with Polymnia! or over 70 years, Polymnia Choral Society has been delivering great performances to acknowledge and honor the important times in our lives. Every year people in our area look forward to starting off their holiday season with the Polymnia winter concert. We can promise a fun, festive and surprising choral concert for your family and friends! This year’s winter concert, Patterns in the Snow, will be held on December 6. Join us for this celebration of the holiday season! Patterns in the Snow will explore the very “human” patterns we create during the colder months of the year — patterns that reflect hope, joy, family, connection and other aspects of life. Expect a few fun surprises to top off this meaningful concert. Feel free to sing along with us as we sing holiday favorites! Come join us on December 6 and experience this great Polymnia holiday tradition! The concert promises to be a fun time for all ages. It will be held at St. Mary of the Annunciation Church, which is located at 4 Herbert St in Melrose, Mass. Doors open at 7:00 p.m. Tickets are $25 for adults, $20 for seniors, $15 for students and $5 for children under 12. We look forward to seeing you there! Accessibility Information: St. Mary’s Church has a wheelchair-accessible ramp at the Church’s side entrance. A lift is available from the side entrance to reach the main entrance of the Church. Any accessibility questions, requests or concerns can be emailed to accessibility@polymnia.org. To purchase tickets for this and other Polymnia concerts, visit https://polymnia.org/ about-our-upcoming-season/. For more information about Polymnia: www.polymnia.org/about Scams against Massachusetts senior citizens multiply as the holidays arrive FBI: In 103 Mass. cases, 98% of the victims over age 65 and lost $26 million By Steve Freker T he Boston-based offi ce of the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) is urging Massachusetts senior citizens to be aware of several fi nancial scams targeting them with the arrival of the holidays. According to a spokesperson for the FBI’s Boston Division offi ce, “There’s been an uptick in reports of elderly Bay Staters being scammed into devastating financial losses by fraudsters who send couriers to collect cash or gold bars from victims who think they’re either helping a family member or settling a surprise debt with the government.” SCAMS | SEE Page 17
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Page 4 THE REVERE ADVOCATE – FRIDAY, DECEMBER 5, 2025 A.C. Whelan celebrates 27 students for kindness By Melissa Moore-Randall T he A.C. Whelan Elementary School’s Monthly Morning Meeting (MMM) Team brings the school community together each month to highlight a core value, such as Friendship, Respect, Kindness and Growth Mindset. Each month begins with a Zoom lesson shared with all classrooms to introduce the value and its meaning. Throughout the month, staff members observe students who consistently model the look-fors and nominate them to be honored at the monthly celebration. Prior to Thanksgiving break, 27 incredible students from Kindergarten through Grade A.C. Whelan 5th graders participating in the Kindness Rocks Celebration 8 Norwood St. Everett (617) 387-9810 Open Tues. - Sat. at 4:00 PM Closed Sun. & Mon. Announcing our Classic Specials Dine In Only:Dine In Only: * FREE Salad with purchase of Entree, Tuesdays & W Entree, Tuesdays & Wednesdays * Cheese Pizza - Only $10 Catch ALL The Live Sports Action On Our Large Screen TV’s Scan & Follow Us on Facebook!Scan & Follow Us on Facebook! 5 were nominated by staff for truly demonstrating our Kindness Look-Fors — helping others, using caring words, including classmates and spreading positivity throughout the building. To honor these students, the team hosted a Kindness Rocks Celebration, where each nominee created a Kindness Rock to represent the positive ripples their actions create across our school community. Students chose colors, symbols and words that captured the spirit of kindness and the impact they have on those around them. The students honored were: www.810bargrille.com Magaly Flores Valle, Lukas James Reis, Sofi a Commito, Alison Torres, Adrian Hernandez Morales, Brayden Stanley, Anthony Brown, Ximena Torres, Angel Vasquez Valle, Kaylee Alacron Rivas, Sandra Salazar, Alessandra Portillo Menendez, D’Alessandro Salazar Milla, Nicholas Enamorado, Jossian Arriola, Ana Mancio Gonzalez, Rayn Woodford, Fajr Bouhajbane, Emily Urils, EmA.C. Whelan students enjoying the Kindness Rocks Celebration A.C. Whelan 4th and 3rd graders are all smiles after being honored for showing kindness ily Mendoza Castaneda, Eva Guilherme, Stephanie Ayala Pascacio, Victoria Buenrostro, Lesley Garcia Marroquin, Abigail Herrera-Gomez and Hamza Agarguid.
THE REVERE ADVOCATE – FRIDAY, DECEMBER 5, 2025 Page 5 Councillors Slam Harris Street Traffic Redesign Rollout, Cite Poor Communication and Neighborhood Impact Concerns By Barbara Taormina C hief of Planning and Community Development Tom Skwierawski was at this week’s City Council meeting with an overview of the Harris Street traffi c redesign. Skwierawski began by explaining that the project began long before he landed in Revere. It was one of several mitigation projects proposed for HYM. The goal of the Harris Street redesign is to remove 1,500 cars of cutthrough traffi c that use Harris Street as a shortcut between Route 16 and neighborhood streets. The Traffi c Commission approved converting Harris Street to a partial one-way between Winthrop Avenue and Sewall Street. According to the redesign plan, Route 16 southbound is getting two left-turn lanes at Winthrop Avenue to accommodate regional traffi c that previously cut through Harris Street to reach east Revere and Winthrop. Parking will be prohibited on parts of Sewall Street, between Harris and Bixby Streets, to keep visibility clear. Timing was a major topic. Councillors were upset that the new traffi c fl ow and rules were set to start Friday, Dec. 6, for a 90-day trial period, and they were just learning the details of the redesign a few days before. But the lack of communication wasn’t their only concern. Gerry D’Ambrosio Attorney-at-Law Is Your Estate in Order? Do you have an update Will, Health Care Proxy or Power of Attorney? If Not, Please Call for a Free Consultation. 14 Proctor Avenue, Revere (781) 284-5657 Ward 1 Councillor Joanne McKenna said residents were never given a chance to express their views on the street redesign at a community meeting, which was promised but never happened. And McKenna said she feared changes to Harris Street will only push cut-through traffi c deeper into the neighborhood. McKenna said the traffi c will need to push through somewhere. “C’mon, this is terrible,” she said. “You’re going to make a beautiful, quite neighborhood crazy.” Others, like McKenna, felt the surrounding neighborhood is at risk of being inundated with commuter traffi c. Sewall Street resident Edward Terrell spoke about the redesign during the public comment segment of the meeting. “I’m furious,” he said, adding that the neighborhood asked for some help with traffi c and they are getting whole neighborhood renovation. Skwierawski tried to reassure councillors and residents by stressing the benefi t of directing regional traffi c away from Harris Street. He also said changes could be made along the way. “We can pivot and adapt as needed,” said Skwierawski. “We’re doing this to bring regional traffi c off local roads.” But councillors, who have no say in the plan, wanted more data. They wanted evidence that the changes actually reduced cut-through traffi c. Skwierawski said data would be collected during the 90-day trial. Councillor-at-Large Michelle Kelley proposed postponing the trial until spring. “This would give everyone a chance to process this,” she said. But Skwierawski said plans were in place to start this week. He did, however, agree to schedule a community meeting halfway through the trial to see how the neighborhood was coping with the changes. If We Happen To Meet By Accident ... You’ll Be Glad You Found Us! BEST! Celebrating 46 Years In Business! TONY’S AUTO BODY Call or Visit 781-321-0032 34 Sharon Street Malden, MA 02148 TONYSAUTOBODYLLC.COM COME VISIT OUR STATE OF THE ART BODY SHOP • Computerized Paint Matching (State of the Art Spray Booth) • Computerized Frame Machines • R134 + 1234yf A/C Machines Fully Insured -RS2415 Insurance Company Approval ALL OUR WORK IS GUARANTEED! TONY BARTOLO Owner 46 Years Let Us Handle Your Next Insurance Claim. Go With the BEST It Doesn’t Get BETTER! RENTAL CARS Available
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THE REVERE ADVOCATE – FRIDAY, DECEMBER 5, 2025 Page 7 ~ REVERE CITY COUNCIL ROUNDUP ~ Go Patriots! T he City Council recognized some of Revere’s youngest residents when it awarded certificates of commendation to the members of the Revere Jr. Patriots Flag Football team for its undefeated season and the Northeast Commonwealth Youth Football & Cheer 2025 Flag Football tournament championship. Councillor-at-Large Robert Haas congratulated the team, who are fi rst- and second-graders, the coaches and the parents on an awesome season. Congratulations, Sebastian Agudelo Gomez T he City Council awarded a Certifi cate of Commendation to Sebastian Agudelo Gomez for his exemplary contribution to educating and informing the residents of Revere and for representing the Colombian American community with integrity and distinction here in Revere, the largest Colombian American community in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. Congratulations, Sergeant Major Chhom T he City Council award will award a Certifi cate of Merit to Pheachey Chhom of the Revere Police Department in recognition of his promotion from Master Sergeant to Sergeant Major in the Massachusetts Army National Guard. Storefront Signs O n a favorable recommendation from the Legislative Affairs Subcommittee, the City Council approved amendments to the city ordinance on storefront signs and sign maintenance. Several of the new requirements are common-sense maintenance mandates, such as keeping signs clean, fully lettered and legible with no warping or discoloration. The amendments also include an updated process for business owners who may want to install awning. They will need a special permit from the council and the approval of the Site T Fixing the record T he City Council approved a special permit to allow nine residential units and a storefront at 85 Shirley Ave. The property had nine units when James Perry bought it years ago, but it was erroneously recorded as having six units. Now, rather than correcting a clerical error, the city is requiring Perry to obtain a special permit for nine units and a storefront to remain in place. Resiliency & Sustainability he Climate, Workforce, & Sustainability Sub-Committee met with the staff of the North Suffolk Office of Resiliency & Sustainability at their meeting this week. NSORS staff explained their work as a regional climate and sustainability office for Revere, Chelsea and Winthrop. NSORS focuses on projects that reduce greenhouse gas emissions and prepare for climate impacts. NSORS staff listed their Revere projects and accomplishments, which included planting 30 trees on Shirley Avenue, creating a rain garden outside City Hall to help with fl ooding, installing early fl ood warning systems and supporting the city’s new composting program. Committee members and NSORS staff are hopeful more residents will learn about NSORS and become involved in resiliency and sustainability work. Committee Chair Juan Pablo Jaramilllo said he is grateful the city was investing time and energy on climate projects. FitzHenry Park T he City Council approved a recommendation from Chief Financial Offi cer Richard Viscay that $35,000 from the Community Improvement Trust Fund be used for the renovation of FitzHenry Park. The city received a $385,000 grant to refurbish the park, but a $35,000 match from the city is required for the funding. RevereTV Spotlight Plan Review Committee. They must also follow established design elements involving size and color. T he 13th Annual Priscilla Nickerson Memorial Scholarship Santa Parade is this upcoming Saturday, December 6th, hosted by the City of Revere, Mayor Patrick Keefe, and the Revere Parks and Recreation Department. To participate, meet at 3:15 PM at the Revere High School Back Lot, located at 101 School Street, for a 3:45 PM departure. The parade will run from 3:45 PM to 4:45 PM, ending at City Hall where the annual tree lighting will take place. Watch “In the Loop” on RevereTV to fi nd the fl yers for this event or hear this announcement in other languages. Coverage of this event will soon be on YouTube and the RTV Community Channel. While watching “In the Loop,” you’ll also be invited to the Annual Robert A. Marra Memorial Sounds of Christmas Concert on Sunday, December 14th, at 4:00 PM at St. Anthony’s Church. This event will feature the North Shore Philharmonic Orchestra performing classic holiday songs, accompanied by a live singer! While admission is free, attendees are asked to bring a non-perishable food item to donate to The Revere Food Pantry. If you can’t attend the event in person, you can still enjoy the concert live on RevereTV on Comcast channels 8 and 1072, RCN channels 3 and 614, or on RevereTV’s YouTube channel. What’s a better way to celebrate the holidays than to cook up a nice meal? RevereTV is now airing a few new cooking program episodes on the Community Channel. In Season 3, Episode 2 of “Northeast Cooks,” the talented Culinary Arts students from Northeast Metro Tech show you how to create delicious, glazed apple Danishes from scratch. This episode marks the seniors’ final appearance as they pass the show on to the sophomores, so be sure to tune in for this sweet send-off! Then, watch Victoria Fabbo on “Fabulous Foods” as she and her special guest, Mansi, are in the kitchen making a warm, aromatic chana masala. This comforting, flavor-packed dish is perfect for weeknight dinners or your next family gathering. Follow along in your own kitchen through the process on YouTube and RTV. In case you missed it, watch the latest in community event coverage on the RTV Community Channel! This channel is 8 and 1072 on Comcast and 3 and 614 on RCN. The Revere Senior Center held its Annual Thanksgiving Party at the Rossetti Cowan Senior Center last week. The food was provided by DeMaino’s Restaurant, and the Musical Guest was The Memorylaners. Dance along with the seniors while you catch a glimpse of the party every weekday at noon over the next few weeks. There are two new local businesses that recently had their offi cial grand openings! The Point Barre & Yoga, located at 56 Salt Street, is now open so schedule your next fi tness class. Marbella’s Beauty Salon and Spa Ribbon Cutting, located at 163 Shirley Avenue, is a new salon offering all kinds of cosmetic services. Watch coverage of both ceremonies and hear how local offi cials are celebrating these new businesses on the Community Channel or YouTube.
Page 8 THE REVERE ADVOCATE – FRIDAY, DECEMBER 5, 2025 S ergeant Major Pheachey Chhom was promoted and appointed to Command Sergeant Major after being selected to serve as the Command Sergeant Major for the Mass. Army National Guard 226th Transportation Battalion on Monday afternoon at the Revere Police barracks. Officer Pheachey Chhom has been with the Revere Police Department since 2012. Army National Guard Sgt. Major Chhom promoted to Command Sergeant Major Daughter Chenda Chhom, son Samnang Chhom, son Sareynon Chhom and wife Seyla Nhean pinned Command Sgt. Major Pheachey Chhom. Shown from left to right: Mass. Army National Guard Command Sgt. Major James Perroult, Major Sgt. Michael Silva, Sgt. Major Pheachey Chhom, Sgt. First Class Daniel Bertrand, Colonel Luis Rodriguez and Sgt. First Class Mark Vieira. Command Sergeant Major Pheachey Chhom thanked the police chief, family, city offi cials and everyone in the room who has supported him. Colonel Luis Rodriguez swore in Mass. Army National Guard Command Sergeant Major Pheachey Chhom. Shown from left to right: Police Chief Maria LaVita, Command Sergeant Major Pheachey Chhom and Mayor Patrick Keefe. Councillor-at-Large Marc Silvestri presented a Massachusetts Executive Offi ce of Veterans Citation to Command Sergeant Major Pheachey Chhom. Members of Revere Police and Mayor Patrick Keefe showed their support. Shown from left to right: Command Sgt. Major James Perrault, Master Sgt. Michael Silva, Command Sgt. Major Pheachey Chhom, Sgt. First Class Daniel Bertrand, Col. Luis Rodriguez and Sgt. First Class Mark Viera. (Advocate photos by Tara Vocino)
THE REVERE ADVOCATE – FRIDAY, DECEMBER 5, 2025 Page 9 Revere athletics closes strong fall, turns the page to a busy winter season By Dom Nicastro R evere High School wrapped up one of its most energized and successful fall sports seasons in recent memory, and Athletics Director Frank Shea is already knee-deep in preparations for what he expects to be a bustling winter slate. “It was busy,” Shea said. “Tournamentwise, we had boys soccer, fi eld hockey and volleyball all get in. There were a lot of positives.” Boys soccer makes statement under new leadership After graduating 15 seniors and navigating a coaching transition, the Patriots still pushed for the Greater Boston League title into the fi nal week of the regular season, then won a state tournament game before bowing out to three-time defending champion Oliver Ames. Shea said the program’s choice to elevate longtime assistant Coach Gerardo Rodr?guez was the right one from day one. He had been part of the staff for several years, already had strong relationships with players and impressed during the interview process. “He related well with the kids. He knew them,” Shea said. “We felt he was a great fi t for the job, and it showed.” The Patriots’ competitive effort against a powerhouse like Oliver Ames, Shea said, should give the returning group confi - dence heading into 2025. Field hockey breaks through Field hockey turned in its most exciting season in nearly a decade, winning the GBL title and qualifying for its fi rst tournament spot since 2018. First-year Head Coach Victoria Correia, a former RHS standout and recent assistant, took over the job late in the hiring process and made the most of it. Shea said she exceeded expectations. “Those girls competed hard,” he noted. “Finishing fi rst in the GBL and getting tournament experience—that was huge. We look forward to her building on this year’s success.” Volleyball continues its rise The volleyball program continued its remarkable turnaround. Head Coach Emilie Clemons has the team back to its winning ways after inheriting a roster two years removed from an 0—season. Over the past two years, Revere has won roughly 27 matches, competed for the GBL title again and took Somerville to the wire in this year’s tournament matchup. The Patriots split the regular-season series with the Highlanders, but couldn’t quite close out the postseason rematch. “She’s done a great job,” Shea said. “They’re right there.” Football battles, ready for one more year under Cicatelli The Revere football team showed fl ashes this fall, highlighted by a dramatic win over Everett and a highly competitive Thanksgiving Day matchup against a strong Winthrop squad. But roster depth and player commitment remained ongoing challenges. Head Coach Lou Cicatelli confi rmed to The Advocate that he will be calling it a career after the 2026 season. Cicatelli, approaching retirement from teaching, has led the Revere program for more than two decades and surpassed the 100win milestone last season. Winter season opens with strong participation Day 1 of the winter sports season arrived this week on Dec. 1 — and Shea will oversee a program bringing back all its familiar coaching faces. Boys basketball continues to be one of Revere’s highest-participation programs, with Shea expecting “above 80 kids” at tryouts. Girls basketball numbers remain thinner, likely preventing a freshman team this year, but varsity and junior varsity squads are expected. Indoor track remains one of the district’s most reliably deep programs, especially on the girls’ side; the girls team hasn’t lost a meet in “two or three years,” according to Shea. Wrestling participation — often a challenge — saw its biggest early boost in years. Revere sends its wrestlers to Malden, the host school for the co-op program with Everett. Shea said 13—14 Revere athletes expressed interest, compared to the usual handful. “That’s huge for us,” he said. Hockey, swimming, gymnastics updates Boys hockey continues as a co-op between Revere, Everett, Malden and Mystic Valley, with Craig Richards coaching under host school Everett. Shea said the Patriots expect four skaters — double the original projection. Swimming, hosted at the Garfi eld pool, fi elds a coed roster that typically lands in the mid-20s. Coach Gesar Tsering returns for his second season. The GBL scores meets coed, but tournament qualifi cation and placements separate into boys and girls categories. Gymnastics remains dormant. Revere technically maintains a co-op with Winthrop, but the Patriots have not fi elded a gymnast for several years.
Page 10 THE REVERE ADVOCATE – FRIDAY, DECEMBER 5, 2025 Patriots battle, but Vikings extend Thanksgiving run; Cicatelli announces 2026 will be his final season By Dom Nicastro R evere had waited 20 days to play a football game. On Thanksgiving morning, at Harry Della Russo Stadium and a century-old rivalry renewing again, the Patriots walked in believing their late-season growth might be enough to fl ip a matchup that hasn’t gone their way in recent years. Instead, Winthrop extended its holiday hold on Revere, using big plays from senior captain Seth Sacco to claim a 29—12 victory — the Vikings’ fourth straight win in a rivalry that began in 1913. The loss dropped Revere to a final mark of 4—7, but the morning carried a larger storyline: Head Coach Lou Cicatelli confi rming that the 2026 season will be his fi nal one at the helm. “It’s time,” Cicatelli said. “Next year I’m going to come back, fi nish teaching, and then retire.” The announcement by the physical education teacher at the high school closes in on the end of one of the longest coaching tenures in program history. Cicatelli has spent 23 seasons as Revere’s Head Coach and 27 total with the Patriots. He has coached for 35 years overall, including stints at Everett, Burlington and Melrose, Sergio Peguero grabbed a quick pass early in the game. Bryan Fuentes prepares to take down a Viking running back. Reda Atoui gets a block from teammate Ceasar Herrera. Be prepared before the next power outage. Manni Alejo gets the Patriots second TD. Receive a free 5−year warranty with qualifying purchase* - valued at $535. Call 866−852−0221 to schedule your free quote! Anthony Pelatare gets a hand-off from Jose Fuentes.
THE REVERE ADVOCATE – FRIDAY, DECEMBER 5, 2025 Page 11 Silvio Neto puts a huge block on a Winthrop High School Viking. and has been a physical education teacher at Revere High School for 26 years. Sacco’s breakout day turns the tide Revere stayed within reach early. After Winthrop opened the scoring with a 13-yard run by Sacco and a two-point conversion, Revere responded with a 20-yard touchdown pass from sophomore quarterback Jose Fuentes to Anthony Pelatere, cutting the defi cit to 8–6 in the second quarter. But Winthrop closed the half strong and led 15–6 at the break. The turning point came early in the third quarter. Revere had pinned Winthrop at its own 3-yard line and forced a thirdand-long. The Patriots called timeout, got the alignment they wanted and knew what play was coming. Sacco still found a crease, bounced outside and went 93 yards untouched — a backbreaking swing that pushed the Vikings ahead 23–6. “That kid was probably one of the best backs we saw all year,” Cicatelli said. GBL Champs the RHS Patriots Cheerleading Squad Fuentes answered with a touchdown pass to Mario Ramirez, making it 23–12, but Winthrop recovered the ensuing kickoff and scored again before the quarter ended. Sacco later recorded a couple of interceptions, sealing the game. A rivalry defined by streaks Thanksgiving football between these neighbors has always run in cycles, but recent momentum has belonged to Winthrop. The Vikings have now beaten Revere four straight times and have held the Patriots to just 18 total points in those meetings. Since 2022, Revere has scored only twice on Thanksgiving, both coming this past Thursday. Winthrop now leads the all-time series 61–32–3. Revere’s last holiday win came in 2021, a 16–13 thriller. Before that, Winthrop had dominated most of the early 2000s and 2010s, and the Vikings continued that trend with another methodical, assignmentsound eff ort this fall. A young Patriots core continues to flash Despite the loss, Revere saw more promising signs from its underclassmen. Fuentes threw two touchdowns and played well at safety. Pelatere continued his late-season resurgence. Reda Atoui remained active on both sides of the ball. But Winthrop’s veteran strength, led by Sacco, proved too much. “We didn’t tackle well, and against a back like SPORTS | SEE Page 14 Jose Fuentes looks for an opening in the line. Reda Atoui is greeted by a blitzing linebacker. Patriot’s center Bryan Maia goes head-to-head with a Viking defender. The RHS Patriot Cheerleaders entertained at half time. Running back Anthony Pelatere gets a Patriots fi rst down. The fi rst Patriots score of the day by running back Reda Atoui
Page 12 THE REVERE ADVOCATE – FRIDAY, DECEMBER 5, 2025 O ver 1,000 attendees gathered at the 12th Annual Mass Badge Community Thanksgiving Dinner at Casa Lucia Function Facility last Tuesday night. Approximately 200 meals were delivered to local needy families. Over 1,000 attend 12th Annual Mass Badge Thanksgiving Dinner Revere DPW Parks Supervisor Nicholas Sevastakis sliced ham during last Tuesday’s 12th Annual Mass Badge Community Thanksgiving Dinner at Casa Lucia Function Facility. Shown from left to right: James Nigro, Michael Wells, Mayor Patrick Keefe, Christopher Fabiano and Michael Hinojosa poured corn into a tray. (Advocate photos by Tara Vocino) Mass Badge President Raoul Goncalves served Ana DellaRosa. Dept. of Public Works fl eet maintenance man Christopher Courage folded ham. Gene Coscia with a meal to be delivered. Shown from left to right: Olivia Rupp, Gigi Zierten, Kerry Armstrong and Aly Colannino served Sherri Raftery. Shown from left to right: Michael McLaughlin, James Nigro and Michael Wells were hard at work in the kitchen. Shown from left to right: Pamela Blyakhman, Francesca Roper, Brianna George, Lily Dzhamvov, Gianna Lobae, Sofi a Varacalli, Kellen Raff aelo and Natalie Aranese served salad.
THE REVERE ADVOCATE – FRIDAY, DECEMBER 5, 2025 Page 13 Shown from left to right: Millie Schettino, Kathy Smith and Maureen Willett. Shown from left to right: Councillor-at-Large-Elect Joanne McKenna, cohost Mass Badge Vice President Joseph Internicola and his mother, Lois D’Ambrosio. Shown from left to right: Rafael DeCicco, Giuseppe DeCicco, Saverrio Griffi n and retired Police Sergeant James Griffi n. Shown from left to right: Maria Dekermanji, Josephine Procopio, Mimmo Cardello, Antonietta Varacelli, Filippo Varacelli and Giovanna DeFeo. Byanca Ramos served Judy D’Ambrosio. Shown from left to right: Supt. of Schools Dr. Dianne Kelly, cohosts Mass Badge Vice President Joseph Internicola and Mayor Patrick Keefe, Matthew Parlante and Michael Roper. Shown from left to right: Ward 2 School Committee Member-Elect Alexander Rhalimi, who is the fi rst Moroccan American elected to the School Committee; Ward 3 School Committee Member Anthony Caggiano and Ward 1 School Committee Member Jackie Monterroso. Dept. of Public Works staff Robert Golding packed a meal for delivery. Shown from left to right: Front row: Jorge Santos, Ariana Riera, Tony Riera, Jori Santos and Antonio LaRosa; back row: Victor Monterroso, Ward 1 School Committee Member Jackie Monterroso, Ana Santos and Liana Jorge Matute. Shown in front from left to right: Jack Satter House residents Karen LaMontagne, Mary Correia and Joanne Monteforte with “Mr. Celtics” superfan Lynsdale Ford. Loraida Uran with “The Dude” Steven Capano Shown from left to right: Miguel Correa, Adhara Correa, Veronica Ortiz, Duvan Ortiz, Monica Molina, Guadalupe Molina and Ashley Ortiz enjoyed a Thanksgiving meal. Cohosts Mayor Patrick Keefe and Mass Badge Vice President Joseph Internicola said it’s truly a joint eff ort. Guests tore it up on the dance fl oor. Shown from left to right: In front: Cadeo Portillo, 5, and Lidia Portillo, 9; in back are Sonia Portillo, “Mr. Celtics” superfan Lynsdale Ford and Mayor Patrick Keefe.
Page 14 THE REVERE ADVOCATE – FRIDAY, DECEMBER 5, 2025 OBITUARY Vincenzo Cannarozzo Roer River and eventually reached the Rhine. Vincenzo later volunteered for a special assignment to help liberate Jewish prisoners at Auschwitz. The scenes he witnessed there were horrors beyond description, and they remained with him for the rest of his life. It is almost impossible to V incenzo Cannarozzo, known by many of his fellow workers and friends as Jim, passed away peacefully with family at his bedside on November 16 at Mass. General Hospital in Boston after a brief illness. He was ninety-nine years old. Vincenzo was a proud veteran of World War II and a distinguished member of the Eighty-Fourth Infantry Division, known as the Railsplitters, which served under General Patton and the Third Army. He received the Bronze Star Medal, the Good Conduct Medal, the American Campaign Medal, the European-African-Middle Eastern Campaign Medal with three Bronze Service Stars, the World War Two Victory Medal, the Combat Infantry Badge First Award, the Honor Service Lapel Button for World War Two and the Sharpshooter Badge with rifl e qualifi cation. Vincenzo landed on Omaha Beach in Normandy in early November of nineteen forty-four, fi ve months after the D-Day invasion. His division immediately entered combat and took part in the assault on the Siegfried Line near Geilenkirchen in Germany. He later played an important part in the Battle of the Bulge, helping to halt the German advance into Belgium and Luxembourg. The division endured two relentless weeks of marching through freezing temperatures and brutal weather in order to stop the enemy off ensive. Afterward, his unit pushed forward to the comprehend what Vincenzo accomplished as an eighteen-year-old soldier. He earned the nickname the BAR Ghost. The BAR, which stood for Browning Automatic Rifl e, was a light machine gun used to provide suppressive fire for infantry units. Vincenzo showed remarkable ingenuity with the weapon. He removed the bipod to make it lighter, allowing him to move more quickly between fi ring positions. By constantly shifting locations he protected both himself and his platoon from enemy fi re. He also removed the fi rst round from each twentyround magazine to prevent jamming, a common and sometimes deadly problem for many BAR gunners. A jam at the wrong moment could cost American soldiers their lives. His mechanical instinct and his ability to adapt equipment to the needs of the battlefi eld made him an exceptional infantryman. After the war Vincenzo married his longtime sweetheart Mary Iovanna. Together they raised two daughters, Maryann and Linda. Even after Mary passed away eleven years ago, Vincenzo continued to celebrate their wedding anniversary every year. Vincenzo was an exceptionally versatile and talented individual, especially when working with mechanical devices of every kind. With a piece of wood he could create furniture of such beauty and craftsmanship that it could not be found in any store. His wide range of skills came from the many jobs he held throughout his life. He worked as a machinist, managed a leather coat factory and owned a laundry business on Broadway in Revere. After selling the business, he took the civil service exam and became a custodian for the Revere Public Schools, where he served for twenty-fi ve years. He was appointed head custodian because of his outstanding test score. As a custodian he achieved two honors unmatched by anyone else in the district. At an elementary school one year the students decided that he should receive the yearly book that usually went to the best teacher of the year. They would not take no for an answer. They believed it should be dedicated to Mr. Cannarozzo because of his exceptional care and commitment to every teacher, administrator and student. He treasured that yearbook all of his life. His second achievement came during the construction of the Beachmont Elementary School. While the building was being completed, Vincenzo carefully read the entire contract between the City of Revere and the construction vendor. Because he knew every detail, he noticed that the vendor was attempting to remove unused materials from the site. The contract required that all unused materials be returned to the city, and Vincenzo refused to allow anything to be taken that did not belong to the vendor. His vigilance saved the city thousands of dollars. Although his job title was custodian, in reality he was a true facility manager who oversaw maintenance, repairs, preventive care, cleaning and grounds keeping. When he retired, he wrote a letter to the School Committee expressing how proud he had been to serve as a custodian for the Revere Public Schools. His message was so heartfelt and inspiring that it was remembered for many years. Some School Committee members even kept copies of his original letter because it was so unique and meaningful. Vincenzo enjoyed spending time with his family, especially during the holidays. He always prepared meals fi t for a king. Whenever someone in the family faced a problem, he was always there to help. He was a first-generation American born in Charlestown, Boston. His parents had migrated from Sicily in search of a better life. Vincenzo embraced every opportunity this country off ered him and truly lived the American dream. There was never a challenge too diffi cult for him to overcome. His determination and his unwavering desire to always do the right thing were legendary. In nineteen forty-four, as a young soldier in a foxhole in Europe, Vincenzo could never have imagined the life he would live or the lives he would touch. Throughout his years he made the world around him better through courage, kindness, hard work and an unshakeable sense of duty. If you spoke to the people who knew him, they would tell you that he succeeded. He will be missed by all. He was the son of the late Guiseppe Cannarozzo and Guiseppa (Sabbia) Cannarozzo. Vincenzo “Jim” Cannarozzo passed away suddenly on November 16th. He was the beloved husband of 64 years to the late love of his life Mary Iovanna. He leaves behind a loving daughter, MaryAnn Cifuni and her husband Gennaro Cifuni. He was the father of his beautiful second child, the late Linda Monaco. He also leaves behind his dear sweet sister Rosalie Klause, his late brothers and sisters, Josephine Lusso, Fanny, Nino, Lucy and Anthony Cannarozzo along with his late stepmother Vincenza Cannarozzo. He was the special grandfather of Christopher Cifuni, Justin Cifuni, James Monaco and wife Jennifer, Anthony Monaco and wife Crystal, Joseph, Michael and Matthew Monaco. He leaves behind five great-grandchildren Cole Cifuni, Francesca, Delilah, Anthony and Javi Monaco. Uncle Jimmy will be missed by his special nephews, Cliff , Ron and Joseph Lusso and Rob Klause along with his sweet niece Robin Joss all of whom he loved. SPORTS | FROM Page 11 that, you’re not going to get away with mistakes,” Cicatelli said. Looking ahead — and looking back With the 2025 season complete, the Patriots turn toward 2026 — a year that will carry added meaning because it will be Cicatelli’s fi nal one leading the program. He pointed to the relationships built over decades, the 10—1 run in 2019, signature wins over Everett and countless moments with former players returning to the program as the pieces that defi ne his journey. “To me, it’s about relationships,” he said. “I’ve made so many good ones with kids.” He knows next year’s team has potential to contend in the Greater Boston League, with most of its offensive production and defensive starters returning. But for this season, he leaves Thanksgiving morning with gratitude — and a clear sense of timing. “It’s been a long, serious journey, a good one for the most part,” Cicatelli said. “But it’s time. One more to go.” POSTAL SERVICE | FROM Page 6 from snow and ice so letter carriers can provide safe and timely mail delivery. Mounds of snow and patches of ice in front of mailboxes create havoc for carriers trying to safely deliver the mail. 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THE REVERE ADVOCATE – FRIDAY, DECEMBER 5, 2025 Page 15 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 CORRECTION: In last week’s Beacon Hill Roll Call, we included in some newspapers a quote from a senator who voted against resolutions which would rescind all previous calls by the Massachusetts Legislature for a national Constitutional Convention under Article V of the U.S. Constitution. We did not attribute the quote to anyone. Here’s the quote and the attribution: “I am the Senate sponsor of the ‘We the People’ bill to repeal the Citizens United decision, including through an Article V Convention,” said Sen. Jamie Eldridge (D-Marlborough). “I continue to believe it is a legitimate path to change the U.S. Constitution, and therefore I voted ‘No’ on the resolutions.” An Article V convention is a process outlined in the U.S. Constitution allowing states to propose constitutional amendments if two-thirds (34) of state legislatures call for it. Supporters of the resolutions said such a convention could open the entire Constitution to unpredictable changes, as there are no clear guidelines or limitations on what delegates could propose. They noted that while an Article V convention has never been called before in American history, there is recent conservative momentum to add up all active resolutions to meet the twothirds threshold. THE HOUSE AND SENATE: Beacon Hill Roll Call records local representatives’ votes on roll calls from recent sessions. There were no roll calls in the House or Senate last week. $3.65 BILLION TO MODERNIZE BAY STATE PUBLIC COLLEGES AND UNIVERSITIES (H 4750) House 146-5, approved and sent to the Senate a bill that funds the modernization of Bay State public colleges and universities by using the revenue from the 2022 voter-approved law, known as the Millionaire’s Tax, that imposes an additional 4 percent income tax, in addition to the current fl at 5 percent one, on taxpayers’ earnings of more than $1 million annually. Provisions include $1.25 billion for the UMass system; $1.25 billion for nine state university campuses and 15 community college campuses; $275 million for upgrades to MassArt; $100 million for the transition of campus facilities and property into housing and mixed-use developments; $80 million for costs associated with decarbonization and energy effi ciency; $120 million for lab modernization, projects at community colleges to support collaboration with vocational technical schools and projects related to student health and wellbeing; $50 million for a grant program for general improvements and climate-related upgrade; $20 million for enhancing remote or hybrid learning; and $100 million for a grant program for improvements to upgrade and expand career technical education and training programs. “The [bill] will ensure that students across the state learn and train in modern, high-quality campus facilities, while strengthening Massachusetts’ competitiveness in research and innovation,” said House Speaker Ron Mariano (D-Quincy). “Building on the commonwealth’s increases in student fi nancial aid, and on our commitment to making higher education more accessible and aff ordable, especially for low-income students, Massachusetts is undertaking a generational reinvestment in educating our residents and strengthening our higher education system.” “The [bill] will help usher in a new era for public higher education in Massachusetts,” said Rep. Dave Rogers (D-Cambridge), House Chair of the Committee on Higher Education. “The House has created free community college, exponentially increased fi - nancial aid and now [this bill] invests nearly $3.65 billion in public higher education campuses statewide. This new investment will: address essential campus infrastructure needs, develop modern learning spaces and decrease reliance on fossil fuels.” “The [bill] will modernize every public higher education campus in Massachusetts,” said Rep. Mike Finn (D-West Springfi eld), House Chair of the Committee on Bonding, Capital Expenditures and State Assets. “This investment will spur economic development creating good-paying jobs, and deliver cleaner, state-of-the-art facilities that will prepare our students to lead in a competitive, sustainable future.” None of the fi ve representatives who voted against the bill responded to repeated requests by Beacon Hill Roll Call asking them why they voted against it. Those five representatives are Reps. Nicholas Boldyga (R-Southwick), John Gaskey (R-Carver), Marc Lombardo (R-Billerica), Alyson Sullivan-Almeida (R-Abington) and Kenneth Sweezey (RHanson). “While it’s very important to have high quality public colleges, not everyone goes to college,” said Paul Craney, executive director of the Mass Fiscal Alliance. “These funds could have been used for expenditures that impact more people, like repairing and maintaining our roads and bridges or as local aide to off set costs in local municipal public education.” (A Yes” vote is for the $3.65 billion bill. A “No” vote is against it.) Rep. Jessica Giannino Yes Rep. Jeff Turco Yes WORKPLACE VIOLENCE IN HEALTH CARE FACILITIES (H 4767) House 153-0, approved and sent to the Senate a bill that supporters said would strengthen protections for health care workers, establish preventive and protective standards to reduce the risk of violence, improve health care facility incident reporting, enhance interagency coordination to safeguard privacy and create legal protections for certain employees harmed in the line of duty. Another key section would establish that employees, directly employed by a health care employer, who suff er workplace violence resulting in bodily injury or serious bodily injury are entitled to paid leave without using any vacation, sick or personal time. Supporters said that every 38 minutes in Massachusetts health care facilities, someone, most often a clinician or an employee, is physically assaulted, endures verbal abuse or is threatened — most often in emergency rooms, inpatient units and psychiatric units, according to the Massachusetts Health and Hospital Association. “Every day, health care workers face an imminent risk of workplace violence,” said Rep. John Lawn (D-Watertown), lead sponsor of the bill and House Chair of the Committee on Health Care Financing. “This bill takes decisive action to ensure our laws refl ect our values and deliver real protections for those who protect us.” “Every day frontline health care workers are asked to do their jobs under the threat of violence,” said Rep. Dan Cahill (D-Lynn), House Chair of the Committee on Public Safety and Homeland Security. “This bill makes it clear that protecting our health care workers is a matter of public safety and an urgent responsibility. By requiring health care employers to assess risks, train staff , report incidents and respond to violence with real accountability, we are taking long overdue steps to ensure that no worker stands alone in harm’s way.” (A “Yes” vote is for the bill.) Rep. Jessica Giannino Yes Rep. Jeff Turco Yes ALSO UP ON BEACON HILL DON’T MISS THIS TRANSPORTATION POLICY FORUM — Massachusetts faces a turning point in transit. Long underfunded systems are getting a boost from a new Transportation Bond Bill — but key challenges remain. On Tuesday, December 9, the State House News Service and MASSterList host TransitNEXT, a policy forum at the MCLE in Boston (Downtown Crossing). Speakers include interim MassDOT Secretary and MBTA General Manager Phil Eng, former Federal Highway Deputy Administrator and MassDOT Secretary Stephanie Pollack, along with key legislators and transportation advocates. Networking begins at 7:30 a.m. with the policy conversation starting at 8:30 a.m. Register here: https://events.humanitix.com/transitnext $2.3 BILLION SUPPLEMENTAL BUDGET (H 4761) Gov. Maura Healey signed into law a $2.3 billion fi scal year 2025 budget to close out the books on fi scal year 2025. Provisions include $1.67 billion for MassHealth, with a $303 million net cost to the state after federal reimbursements; $374 million for Steward hospital payments, with a $236 million net cost to the state; $10 million for Health Care For All to conduct a public awareness campaign to inform vulnerable populations about new Medicaid work requirements put in place by the recent federal spending bill; $5 million in for reproductive health care; $2.5 million for the Committee for Public Counsel Services for indigent persons; $60.7 million for snow and ice removal; and $50 million for the Housing Preservation and Stabilization Trust Fund. Other provisions require an investigation into sheriffs’ fiscal year 2025 spending defi cits; create a new Sports and Entertainment Fund initially provided with $10 million to support transportation, public safety and other costs related to Massachusetts’ seven 2026 FIFA World Cup matches; criminalize the impersonation of a federal offi cer and increase penalties for impersonating a public offi cial, including a federal offi cer; protect unpaid federal employees from residential eviction or foreclosure during and immediately after any federal shutdown; and remove the automatic requirement of a public notice for name-change petitions fi led in court. “This budget represents our commitment to delivering for people on what matters in their lives,” said Gov. Healey. “It will make things more affordable, promote vaccine and health care access for our kids and families in the face of attacks from the federal government and protect public safety in our communities. While President Trump is increasing costs and cutting funding from states, this budget is balanced and protects taxpayer dollars.” “With the next fi scal year well underway, it is critical that we close the books on fiscal year 2025 with a balanced budget that delivers for Massachusetts communities,” said Lt. Gov. Kim Driscoll. “This bill reflects our commitment to responsibly managing state spending and stretching every dollar in service of Massachusetts residents.” “The governor and Legislature put the fi nishing touches on a supplemental budget that was full of gravy for their pet projects, and not prioritizing the taxpayers of the commonwealth,” said Paul Craney, executive director of the Mass Fiscal Alliance which opposed the budget. “If you can imagine a Thanksgiving feast, the taxpayers were on the table and not at the table. Our hard-earned money was being carved up for misguided priorities. Spending billions of dollars BHRC | SEE Page 16
Page 16 THE REVERE ADVOCATE – FRIDAY, DECEMBER 5, 2025 BHRC | FROM Page 15 on items that do not grow jobs, reduce energy costs or make our state more economically competitive is utterly foolish but that’s what this supplemental budget represents.” None of the nine representatives who voted against the budget when it was approved by the Legislature responded to repeated requests by Beacon Hill Roll Call asking them why they voted against it. Those nine representatives are Reps. Donald Berthiaume (R-Spencer), Nicholas Boldyga (R-Southwick), Colleen Garry (D-Dracut), John Gaskey (R-Carver), Marc Lombardo (RBillerica), Joseph McKenna (RSutton), Alyson Sullivan-Almeida (R-Abington), Kenneth Sweezey (R-Hanson) and Justin Thurber (R-Somerset). PROTECT ALL PUBLIC TRANSIT WORKERS FROM ASSAULT AND BATTERY (S 2697) — The House and Senate approved and sent to Gov. Healey legislation that would expand the current law which punishes anyone who commits assault and battery against a public employee including police offi cers, fi refi ghters and emergency medical personnel. The bill ensures that all transit workers are covered, including those who are not directly employed by the state, such as workers employed by Keolis, the state’s contracted commuter rail operator. The bill would also add “assault and battery by means of a bodily substance including saliva, blood or urine” to the current law. “Transit workers are among the most essential employees of our commonwealth, carrying out the steady and often unseen work that allows tens of thousands of people to travel safely and reliably each day,” said Senate sponsor Sen. Nick Collins (D-South Boston). “Their commitment keeps our cities moving, even under challenging and unpredictable circumstances. When the rights and safety of these workers are impinged upon, it is an aff ront to the invaluable service they provide and the trust the public places in them.” Collins continued, “We must remain vigilant in safeguarding their wellbeing as they encounter nearly every facet of public life in this line of work. With the passage of this legislation, strengthening protections and expanding the defi nition of what constitutes an assault against a transit worker, we are sending a clear message that we do not take their hard work for granted and that we stand fi rmly behind those who keep our commonwealth connected.” “Our transit workers provide critical services all over the commonwealth, yet are many times assaulted by the very customers they serve,” said House sponsor Rep. Joe McGonagle (D-Everett). “I am so thrilled that both the House and Senate prioritized this important issue. The right to feel safe and supported on the job is just that, a right. I’m also extremely grateful to the brave men and women who came forward to share their stories. I look forward to Gov. Healey signing this bill swiftly.” OKUR-CHUNG NEURODEVELOPMENT SYDROME (OCNDS) AWARENESS DAY (H 3366) — The House gave initial approval to legislation designating April 5 as Okur-Chung Neurodevelopmental Syndrome Awareness Day. According to the National Library of Medicine, “Individuals with OCNDS frequently have nonspecifi c clinical features, delayed language development, motor delay, intellectual disability (typically in the mild-to-moderate range), generalized hypotonia starting in infancy, diffi culty feeding and nonspecifi c dysmorphic facial features. Lead sponsor Rep. Kristin Kassner (D-Hamilton) said that she filed this bill on behalf of her constituent Jillian Kavanagh, who brought OCNDS to her attention. Kassner said, “OCNDS is rare and diffi cult to diagnose, but if caught early, there are treatments that can lead to better outcomes. Our goal in fi ling this bill was to raise awareness of the syndrome, which can lead to earlier diagnoses that truly improve the quality of life for patients and their families.” PROHIBIT DISCRIMINATION BASED ON A PERSON’S HEIGHT (H 1820) — The Judiciary Committee held a hearing on legislation that would provide increased protection from harassment and discrimination on the basis of height, by adding height as a protected characteristic across Massachusetts civil rights and hate-crime laws. The measure also creates a new law that prohibits photographing or videotaping a person with a disability without the person’s consent. Anyone who conveys such a photograph or video by electronic communication or publishes the photograph in print for the sole purpose of harassing or annoying the person or the person’s family, would be subject to up to a 3-month prison sentence and/ or a fi ne of up to $500. Supporters said the bill would strengthen anti-discrimination statutes, enhance protections for students, update hate-crime defi nition and direct the Massachusetts Commission Against Discrimination to enforce these new safeguards. They argued that the proposal would ensure that individuals cannot be denied opportunities, treated unfairly or subjected to bias-motivated harassment simply because of their height. “Everyone deserves to live, work and learn in an environment free from discrimination,” said co-sponsor Rep. Angelo Puppolo (D-Springfield). “[The bill] takes a meaningful step toward ensuring that no one is targeted, bullied or denied opportunity because of their height. This bill is about fairness, dignity and strengthening Massachusetts’ commitment to equal treatment for all.” Rep. Michael Kushmerek (DFitchburg), the co-sponsor of the bill, did not respond to repeated requests by Beacon Hill Roll Call asking him to comment on his bill. COMBAT STREET TAKEOVERS (H 4736) — The Judiciary Committee’s hearing also included a measure that supporters say will protect the public from street takeovers by giving cities and towns the necessary tools to combat the Street Takeover Public Safety Crisis. The bill would prohibit the reckless or negligent operation of a group of two or more vehicles in a public place or at a business or commercial property in a way that hinders the movement of other vehicles. Violators would be subject to up to a 2.5-year prison sentence and a fi ne of up to $2,000. The measure also imposes up to a 1-year prison sentence and/or up to a $500 fi ne on anyone who is convicted of disorderly conduct or disturbing the peace while wearing a mask. Another provision would sharply distinguish street takeovers from traditional reckless operation of a vehicle; allow for the forfeiture of vehicles utilized in street takeovers; and provides municipalities with the funds received from the sale of the forfeited vehicles. Supporters said they filed the bill in response to the rash of dangerous street takeover events across the state, resulting in several arrests, injuries and damaged property including a Boston Police vehicle which was burned while offi cers were responding to a recent street takeover incident. Sponsor Rep. Christopher Markey (D-Dartmouth) said he is deeply concerned by the danger that recent street takeover incidents represent to public safety. “We have already seen multiple instances where property was damaged, law enforcement was assaulted and bystanders were injured,” said Markey. “This legislation takes an important step by giving law enforcement and municipalities the necessary tools to combat the crisis.” MAKE JURASSIC ARMORED MUD BALL THE OFFICIAL SEDIMENTARY STRUCTURE OF THE STATE (H 3438) — The House gave initial approval to a bill that would designate the Jurassic Armored Mud Ball (JAMB) as the offi cial sedimentary structure of the state. Supporters said that these mud balls are one of the rarest sedimentary structures in the world, representing a unique geologic environment and are only easily seen in Massachusetts. They noted that they can be found in Greenfi eld, Turners Falls, Gill and Deerfi eld. Richard Little, Professor Emeritus of Greenfield Community College is leading the fi ght to preserve and publicize the JAMB. “The intriguing and amusingly named armored mud balls formed as mud rolled down flooding streams and became coated with pebbles — the armor,” said Little. “These sedimentary structures are so rare that, in the whole world, they are only easily seen in the red sedimentary rocks of the Connecticut River Valley of Massachusetts. Offi cially celebrating them as one of Massachusetts’ symbols, will preserve them for future generations. After all, they are in the same Jurassic rock layers as our State Dinosaur (Podokesaurus) and State Fossil (Dino Footprints). That is why I am leading a working group of scientists and citizens to preserve these rare features.” Advocates also note that famous Greenfi eld native and magician, Penn Jillette of Penn and Teller once said, “I may live in Las Vegas and travel the world, but
THE REVERE ADVOCATE – FRIDAY, DECEMBER 5, 2025 Page 17 my armored mud balls will always be in Greenfi eld. Let’s protect them.” QUOTABLE QUOTES “The misinformation coming from the Trump administration about vaccines is dangerous and puts the health of our children and families at risk. We must continue to be clear: Vaccines — including the hepatitis B vaccine for newborns — are safe, eff ective and lifesaving. Massachusetts will continue to base our public health decisions on science and make sure that people have access to the vaccines that they want and need.” ---Gov. Maura Healey “We have a saying in the fi re service: ‘You risk a little to save a little, and you risk a lot to save a lot.’ In big cities and small towns, these fi refi ghters risked everything when lives were on the line. The physical, mental and technical skills they bring to this demanding job are second to none, and the Firefi ghter of the Year Awards are a small way of recognizing their singular value to our commonwealth.” --- State Fire Marshal Jon Davine honoring fi refi ghters from 15 local fire departments and two state agencies for acts of lifesaving heroism and community service at Massachusetts’ 36th Annual Firefi ghter of the Year Awards. “Safer streets are achieved through strong partnerships. These nonprofi ts play a vital role in educating the public about traffi c safety, and we’re proud to support their work.” ---Lt. Gov. Kim Driscoll, awarding $297,135 to four nonprofi ts to continue community-based traffi c safety initiatives, including pedestrian safety improvements, youth traffi c safety education and a young driver diverSCAMS | FROM Page 2 Some 103 cases of a courier being used to pick up cash or gold bars as part of a fraud scheme were reported and investigated by the FBI between 2023 and May 2025. The fi nancial losses totaled more than $26 million. Most of the victims, 59 in total, lived in Massachusetts and collectively lost $18.6 million, the FBI said. A whopping 98% of the losses were reported by people older than 60 years, offi cials said. The FBI said that many of the schemes take the form of sion program. “Faced with our lawsuit, the federal government has rightly decided to drop their cruel and unlawful restrictions on essential services that help victims of violent crime navigate their trauma and get back on their feet. Our support for survivors should be unconditional, and I will continue fi ghting to hold the Trump Administration accountable for actions that harm vulnerable residents.” ---Attorney General Andrea Campbell, on securing an agreement with the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ), ensuring DOJ will not apply alarming restrictions to critical Victims of Crime Act and Violence Against Women Act — services that support survivors of sexual assault and domestic violence. “Adult learners strengthen both our communities and our economy. Adult and Community Learning Services has long built bridges between classroom and career, and this investment is a clear display that workforce readiness remains a priority.” --- Education Secretary Dr. Patrick Tutwiler, awarding $4.1 million to 12 adult education organizations to support the organizations’ work helping adults enroll in college or fi nd employment in high-growth industries. The funding will be used to provide training, education and wrap-around services to approximately 700 adults to help them pursue jobs such as medical interpreters, certifi ed nursing assistants and community health care workers. 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 “grandparent,” “government impersonation” or “tech support” scams. In all cases, the perpetrator leads the victim to think they are talking to either a family member in distress or someone threatening government or legal action. The agency said it’s also raising awareness of the scams with local fi nancial institutions “to prevent victims from purchasing large amounts of gold or withdrawing cash for these schemes.” The FBI says the government will never ask peoSCAMS | SEE Page 18 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 November 24-28, the House met for a total of one hour and four minutes and the Senate met for a total of one hour and six minutes. Mon. Nov. 24 House 11:01 a.m. to 11:45 a.m. Senate 11:02 a.m. to 11:49 a.m. Tues. Nov. 25 No House session No Senate session .Wed. Nov. 26 House 11:00 a.m. to 11:20 a.m. Senate 11:02 a.m. to 11:21 a.m. Thurs. Nov. 27 No House session No Senate session Fri. Nov. 28 No House session No Senate session Bob Katzen welcomes feedback at bob@beaconhillrollcall. com Bob founded Beacon Hill Roll Call in 1975 and was inducted into the New England Newspaper and Press Association (NENPA) Hall of Fame in 2019. Copyright © 2025 Beacon Hill Roll Call. All Rights Reserved. Ed Hyde or David Morovitz Call: 781-322-9401 Email: ehyde@maldentrans.com Website: www.maldentrans.com Law Offices of JOSEPH D. 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Page 18 THE REVERE ADVOCATE – FRIDAY, DECEMBER 5, 2025 APARTMENTS FOR RENT www.mastrocola.com What Are the Early Signs of Parkinson’s Disease? Dear Savvy Senior, What are the early signs of Par1. Dec. 5 is Repeal Day; it is the only USA holiday written where? 2. What Caribbean country (also the name of a liqueur) is the smallest to qualify for a FIFA World Cup? 3. On Dec. 6, 1864, Western fi lm hero William S. Hart was born in what NY city with a name similar to a lobster dish? 4. What was zygocactus? 5. How are Great Fountain, Lone Star and Old Faithful similar? 6. In what book is the chapter “The Mock Turtle’s Story” with the line “‘Just about as much right,’ said the Duchess, ‘as pigs have to fl y…’”? 7. On Dec. 7, 1956, what Boston Celtics All-Star player was born who became a Dream Team member at the 1992 Olympics? 8. When is a pudding not a pudding? 9. What is the only country that starts with Q? 10. Whose play “The Winter’s Tale” includes the stage direction “Exit, pursued by a bear”? 11. On Dec. 8, 2019, the fi rst case of COVID-19 was in what country? 12. How are Buddy, Legolas and St. Nicholas somewhat similar? 13. Who has a record for most NBA seasons of play (23)? 14. On Dec. 9, 1979, the global eradication of what virus was certifi ed? 15. What sport has “the longest standing and largest Disabled Sports Organization”? 16. The Mexican national flag has what bird: albatross, bird of paradise or eagle? 17. On Dec. 10, 1768, the first part of what “oldest continuously published and revised work in the English language” was published? 18. What symbol originated from the letters “e” and “t”? 19. Who developed the oldest known law code: Egypt, Mesopotamia or Russia? 20. Dec. 11 is National Tango Day in what triangle-shaped country? Answers kinson’s disease? My husband was recently diagnosed after noticing a slight thumb tremor but we’re wondering if we missed any other early warning signs. Curious Wife Dear Curious, Recognizing the early signs of Parkinson’s disease is challenging because the symptoms are often subtle and/or similar to those in other health conditions, which means they can easily be overlooked, dismissed or misdiagnosed. Parkinson’s disease, which affl icts around 1 million Americans, is a degenerative disorder that occurs when the brain’s dopamine-producing neurons die or become impaired. This happens in the part of the brain that controls movement, which can cause tremors, stiff - ness, and diffi culty with walking, balance, and coordination. The symptoms usually begin gradually and get worse over time, and the progression of symptoms is often different from one person to another. Some people with Parkinson’s become severely disabled, while others may experience only minor motor disruptions. While the cause of Parkinson’s disease is unknown, scientists believe genetics and environmental factors (exposure to certain toxins) play a key role. Most people with Parkinson’s fi rst develop the disease around age 60 or older, and men are more likely to develop it than are women. Early Warning Signs Parkinson’s disease is diffi cult to diagnose because there’s no definitive test to confirm it. Doctors, usually neurologists, will do an examination and evaluate a combination of warning signs, but symptoms can vary greatly by patient which often leads to confusion and misdiagnosis. That said, here are some of the key signs and symptoms everyone should be aware of. Restless sleeping: Talking in your sleep, sleepwalking and/ or acting out your dreams by kicking or jerking. This is a REM sleep behavior disorder and one of the strongest and earliest pre-diagnostic symptoms of Parkinson’s disease. Loss of smell: Not being able to smell certain foods very well like bananas, dill pickles or licorice. This early symptom occurs in around 70 to 90 percent of Parkinson’s patients. Constipation: Problems with digestion and bowel movements are a big problem for people with Parkinson’s, and an early sign that can occur up to 20 years before this disease is diagnosed. Changes in handwriting: Writing may become harder to do, and your handwriting may appear much smaller than it has in the past. Soft voice: According to the Parkinson’s Foundation, 89 percent of people with Parkinson’s will have speech and voice disorders, which often shows up first in volume of the voice, meaning that you may speak more softly. Tremors: Slight shaking or tremor in your fi nger, thumb, hand or chin. The tremor usually happens at rest, and when you move the extremity, it may disappear. This is the most common and recognizable outward sign of Parkinson’s disease, but by the time tremors start, the brain has already lost more than half of its dopamine-producing cells. Slowed movement: Over time, Parkinson’s disease can slow movements, making simple tasks diffi cult and time-consuming. Your steps may become shorter when you walk. It may be diffi cult to get out of a chair. You may drag your feet as you try to walk. Masked Face: The muscles in the face experience the same gradual stiffening as in the rest of the body, which results in lack of smiling and facial expressions. Impaired posture and balance: Stooping, leaning or slouching when you stand, and/or balance problems can all be an early sign of Parkinson’s. Having these symptoms doesn’t necessarily mean that a person has Parkinson’s disease. But if you are experiencing any of them, and you’re over age 60, you should consider talking with your doctor, who may order a DaT scan or Syn-One (Skin Biopsy) Test to help diagnose it. Early detection leads to earlier treatment, which can improve a person’s overall quality of life. For more information, visit the Parkinson’s Foundation at Parkinson.org. Send your questions or comments to questions@savvysenior.org, or to Savvy Senior, P.O. Box 5443, Norman, OK 73070. SCAMS | FROM Page 17 ple to purchase gold or precious metals, and that people should limit the amount of information they post online. Anyone who thinks they are a victim of these schemes should report fraud and attempted fraud to the FBI’s Internet Crime Complaint Center at ic3.gov as quickly as possible, offi cials said. Victims 60 or older who need assistance can contact their local FBI fi eld offi ce or the DOJ Elder Justice hotline at 1-833-FRAUD-11 (or 833-372-8311). If someone feels they have been victimized they can also call local police: Malden PD (781397-7171); Everett (781-3871212); Revere (781-284-1212); and Saugus (781-941-1199). 1. In the Constitution; on Dec. 5, 1933, the final state ratified the 21st Amendment of the Constitution to repeal the 18th Amendment (Prohibition). 2. Curaçao 3. Newburgh (lobster newburg) 4. Repor tedly, an old name for flowing cacti known as Christmas or Thanksgiving cactus 5. They are geysers at Yellowstone National Park. 6. “Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland” (a response to Alice saying “I’ve a right to think”) 7. Larry Bird 8. In British English, pudding can mean dessert. 9. Qatar 10. Shakespeare’s 11. China 12. All elves (in the 2003 “Elf” fi lm, the “Lord of the Rings” and “A Visit from St. Nicholas [“a right jolly old elf”], respectively) 13. LeBron James 14. Smallpox 15. Basketball (National Wheelchair Basketball Association) 16. Eagle 17. “Encyclopædia Britannica” 18. Ampersand (from the Latin “et”) 19. Mesopotamia 20. Argentina
THE REVERE ADVOCATE – FRIDAY, DECEMBER 5, 2025 Page 19 OBITUARY Emil L. Peczka O f Revere. Lovingly known as “Moe” to his family and friends, passed away peacefully on November 30, leaving behind a cherished legacy. Born on October 31, 1930, in Wilbraham, MA, Moe was a man of action rather than words. He enjoyed the simple pleasures in life, such as a game of golf, a good meal, a glass of wine, watching sports, or spending time with those he loved. He was hardworking, thrifty for himself but generous to others, and could fix just about anything himself, never needing to call a plumber or electrician. Above all, Moe took great pride in his family. Moe spent his early years in Wilbraham before settling in Revere, and later spending many of his golden years in Stuart, Fla. After serving eight years on active duty in the U.S. Air Force as a radio operator, including service during the Korean War era, he dedicated 37 years of his life to government service as an air traffic controller with the FAA. In retirement, he worked part-time for Continental Airlines on the ramp, throwing bags, and teaching the young ones a thing or two about golf. He was a voracious reader and a devotee of Sudoku and crossword puzzles — his mind as agile as his swing. Family was at the center of Moe’s life. He is survived by his brother, Stanley of Ludlow, son, David Peczka of Ipswich; his daughters, Debra DiGiulio of Revere and Stephanie Magno and her husband Steven of Lynnfield; his grandchildren, Julianne Thurston and her husband Dean, Jennifer McFarland and her husband Ryan, Zachary Peczka and his wife Erin, Benjamin DiGiulio and his wife Kendyl, Emily DiGiulio, and Grace Magno; and his great-grandchildren, Gwen Thurston, Owen Thurston, Cole McFarland, and Emerson Peczka; his longtime companion, Geraldine Cecala of Stuart, Fla; and many beloved nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his father, Rudolf Peczka, mother, Agnes (Kasa), his beloved wife of 42 years, Alice (Tobin), sisters Isabelle, Emily, and Alfreda and brothers Sator, Eddie, Eugene, Walter, and A Visitation for Moe will be held on Sunday, December 7, 2025, from 3:007:00PM at Buonfiglio Funeral Home, 128 Revere Street, Revere, MA 02151. A Funeral Service will be held Monday, December 8, 2025, at 9:00AM also at Buonfiglio Funeral Home. Funeral mass will follow at 10AM at Saint Anthony’s Church 250 Revere Street, Revere. Entombment will follow at Holy Cross Mausoleum in Malden. RESIDUARY CLAUSE IN LAST WILL AND TESTAMENT E very Will requires a residuary clause in order to dispose of property not otherwise bequeathed or devised. Property for which a bequest or devise has failed or lapsed or that has been disclaimed without alternative provisions will pass under the residuary clause. In the absence of a residuary provision, your property will pass under the laws of the intestacy statute. If the residue goes to two or more persons, however, and one of the residuary gift fails as a result of one of those persons dying before you, the other residuary benefi ciaries will receive the “failed” gift proportionately. The Massachusetts intestacy statutes are found in Mass General Laws, Chapter 190B, Article II, Section 2-101. This is the Massachusetts Uniform Probate Code. These statutes govern the decent and distribution of your estate when you die without a Will. Testators (people who die with a Will) often have a clear idea as to the individuals or organizations to whom they want to leave their estate to. Often, however, they have not considered who should take the estate if the primary benefi ciaries predecease them, or, in the case of a charitable benefi ciary, if it is not in existence at the time of his or her death. It is always important to consider contingent benefi - ciaries, even where the primary benefi ciaries are individuals who are much younger than you. A typical residuary clause in a Will might read as follows: I give, devise and bequeath all my residuary property to my spouse, if he or she should survive me. If my spouse is not living at the time of my death, I give, devise and bequeath said residuary property to my children who survive me, in equal shares, the issue of any deceased child to take their parent’s share by right of representation. This provision will pick up all of the Testator’s assets that have not already been bequeathed or devised pursuant to other provisions in the Will. It also provides for distribution to the children in the event the Testator’s spouse predeceases him or her. It further provides a safeguard by providing that the distribution will follow the blood line in that property will be distributed to children of the Testator’s deceased children (Testator’s grandchildren) in equal shares. The phrase “by right of representation” in simple terms means that the distribution will follow the bloodline. Children of the Testator’s deceased child will take the share that his or her parent would have taken had his or her parent not predeceased the Testator. This is also commonly known as a “per stirpes” distribution. The Testator can also provide for a “pour over” provision in his or her Will if, for example, his or her spouse were to predecease him or her, leaving the residue of his or her estate to a living Trust. The Massachusetts Uniform Trust Code requires that the Trust be in existence prior to or executed simultaneous with the Will. It is advisable to provide a clause in the Will that states that the Testator’s issue (children/grandchildren) have intentionally not been provided for in the event the Testator leaves his entire estate to a living Trust. Mass General Laws, Chapter 191, Section 20. When executing a Will, always make sure it contains a residuary clause with clear language as to who will take your assets that have not been otherwise bequeathed or devised pursuant to other provisions contained in the Will. Contingent beneficiaries are a must. Otherwise, the laws of the intestacy statute will govern the descent and distribution of your estate. Joseph D. Cataldo is an Estate Planning/Elder Law Attorney, Certifi ed Public Accountant, Certifi ed Financial Planner, AICPA Personal Financial Specialist and holds a Master’s Degree in Taxation. REAL ESTATE TRANSACTIONS BUYER1 Bonasoro, Elizabeth Brito, Bianca Duc, Vu C BUYER2 Thi, Nguyen T Gentili, Michele Gentili, Susanna M SELLER1 Li, Carmen Y 133 Salem Development LLC Tran, Kalen Carrier-Ladd, Seth M Carrier-Ladd, Elizabeth A SELLER2 Lu, Kyle 133 Salem St #301 230 Malden St 85 Lancaster Ave Revere 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. 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THE REVERE ADVOCATE – FRIDAY, DECEMBER 5, 2025 Page 21 Come Celebrate the Holiday Season and ‘Patterns in the Snow’ with Polymnia! F or over 70 years, Polymnia Choral Society has been delivering great performances to acknowledge and honor the important times in our lives. Every year people in our area look forward to starting off their holiday season with the Polymnia winter concert. We can promise a fun, festive and surprising choral concert for your family and friends! This year’s winter concert, Patterns in the Snow, will be held on December 6. Join us for this celebration of the holiday season! Patterns in the Snow will explore the very “human” patterns we create during the colder months of the year — patterns that reflect hope, joy, family, connection and other aspects of life. Expect a few fun surprises to top off this meaningful concert. Feel free to sing along with us as we sing holiday favorites! Come join us on December 6 and experience this great Polymnia holiday tradition! The concert promises to be a fun time for all ages. It will be held at St. Mary of the Annunciation Church, which is located at 4 Herbert St in Melrose, Mass. Doors open at 7:00 p.m. Tickets are $25 for adults, $20 for seniors, $15 for students and $5 for children under 12. We look forward to seeing you there! Accessibility Information: St. Mary’s Church has a wheelchair-accessible ramp at the Church’s side entrance. A lift is available from the side entrance to reach the main entrance of the Church. Any accessibility questions, requests or concerns can be emailed to accessibility@ polymnia.org. To purchase tickets for this and other Polymnia concerts, visit https://polymnia. org/about-our-upcomingseason/. For more information about Polymnia: www. polymnia.org/about EVERETT APARTMENT FOR RENT Newly-renovated 3 Bedroom Apt. for Rent - on bus line, Eat-in Kitchen, Hardwood Floors, Section 8 Accepted. $3,200/mo. First/Security Dep. Call: 857-888-1537 FURNISHED ROOM FOR RENT EVERETT 1 bedroom, 1 bath furnished room for rent. $275. per week rent. Two week deposit plus 1 week rent required. Call: 617-435-9047 - NO TEXT 617-699-0887
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