REVERE Vol.29, No.49 -FREERHS Football Thanksgiving Coverage starts on page 10 ADVOCATE www.advocatenews.net Free Every Friday 781-286-8500 Friday, December 6, 2019 Patriots stuff Vikings, earn 10-win season Sensational senior running back Joe Llanos scores 6 TDs T-Day was a big day for the Revere football Pats as they stuffed the Winthrop Vikings in the annual Thanksgiving game classic at Miller Field in Winthrop. In a sensational effort by the offense and defense, the Pats were sensational. An ecstatic Coach Cicatelli (center) holds the winner’s trophy while the team celebrates their 10th win of the season with only a single loss. See pages 10-13 for story and photo highlights. (Advocate Photo by Mike Kearney) By Greg Phipps O utside of one blemish in the Div. 4 North title game, this proved to be a remarkable season for the Revere High School football team. The Patriots capped off their memorable 2019 campaign by thumping the Winthrop Vikings, 46-31, in their annual Thanksgiving Day battle at Miller Field in Winthrop. The victory was Revere's fourth straight in the long-running Thanksgiving series, which dates back to 1913. Historically, the Vikings have gotten the better of Revere–owning a 5631-3 series advantage–but the Patriots have ruled the roost since 2016. This year's game was tied at 19 early in the second half before the Patriots turned the tables by scoring 21 consecutive points to storm ahead 40-19 and essentially putting the contest out of reach. Winthrop would score two fourth-quarter touchdowns but those proved to be far too late. "It's always a battle with Winthrop, and that was the case for the entire first half. Both teams played tough out there," Revere head coach Lou Cicatelli told the press when it was over. "In the end, our team speed is what got us over the edge on both offense and defense and allowed Lucas Barbosa follows Billy Byrne-Ginepra’s block and races to the end zone, putting the Patriots back on top after the Vikings had tied the score at 19-19. (Advocate Photos by Mike Kearney) Fiscal Year 2020 taxes decease By Tara Vocino the residential rate is down sevT he City Council voted unanimously, on Monday night, to set the new residential tax rate for fiscal year 2020 at $11.26 per $1,000 of assessed value and $21.88 for commercial properties. According to Board of Assessors Chairman Dana Brangiforte, en percent from fiscal year 2019. The commercial rate is also down from last year’s figure of $23.68. While the tax rates have gone down, assessed values have increased. The average single-family home would have a tax increase of about 2.32 percent, or $106.17; a condominium would PATRIOTS | SEE PAGE 10 see an increase of about six percent, or $187.39; a two-family home would see an increase of four percent, or $245; and a three-family home would have the greatest increase of about 10 percent, or $665, according to Brangiforte. FISCAL | SEE PAGE 2 We accept: MasterCard * Visa * & Discover $ 3.43 GALLON $2.45 GALLON 100 Gal. Min. 24 Hr. Service 781-286-2602 Price Subject to Change without notice
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Councillor-at-Large Steven Morabito, who works in real estate, said that for this calendar year there’s been a decrease in home values and the potential for another recession. “It’s all about justifying where you got that taxation,” Morabito said. “We can’t ignore that mortgage applications went down last week and last year.” City Council Vice President Patrick Keefe, Jr. said he would not support an increase for the taxpayers. “I think we’ve reached a limit where we can’t be increasing what the taxpayer has to pay,” Keefe said. “I know you’ve dropped the rate as much as you can, based on the law.” Brangiforte replied that they’re not voting on assessed values, which are certified through the Department of Revenue, but rather voting on creating a split rate – one rate for residential, one rate for commercial – and the percentage of that shift. “We’re at around 95 percent market valANGELO’S FULL SERVICE "Over 40 Years of Excellence!" 1978-2019 Regular Unleaded $2.359 Mid Unleaded $2.799 Super $2.859 Diesel Fuel $2.799 KERO $4.759 Diesel $2.599 DEF Available by Pump! 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THE REVERE ADVOCATE – Friday, December 6, 2019 Page 3 City Council overrules Zoning; vote to install 5G antennas By Tara Vocino D uring Monday night’s meeting, the City Council voted 8-1 to override the affirmative vote from the Zoning Committee and denied a special permit to install three Verizon Wireless 5G antennas. Zoning Sub-Committee Chairman Anthony Zambuto cast the lone dissenting vote, and Councillors Daniel Rizzo and George Rotondo were absent. Other councillors said there wasn’t enough information regarding health effects while others said it wasn’t aesthetically pleasing. Approximately 25 neighbors also came out in opposition. “Some of these people have been here for four generations,” said resident David LaChapelle. “They’re going to have their homes devaluated, because of this – they don’t want it.” The antennas were slated to be mounted on top of the utility poles along Kimball Avenue, North Shore Road and Crystal Avenue. “I believe that they violated federal law by voting against the wishes of the chair,” Zambuto said after the meeting. “I don’t think the council will get sued, but I think the permit will be issued anyway.” Ward 5 City Councillor John Powers asked Attorney Michael Giaimo, representing Verizon, how the antennas would affect current services. Giaimo replied that they would make wireless service more robust. Powers was concerned that he couldn’t get an exact answer as to how many more antennas are anticipated. “I think the Board of Health and Fire Department should be involved,” Powers said. “My reason wasn’t because of aesthetics – we just don’t have enough information.” City Council President Arthur Guinasso said firefighters came out in full force against it, citing health ramifications, particularly cancer risks. “I’ve been here for 32 years, and in a couple cases, we did overrule the chair,” Guinasso said. “We were never in jail out of conscience and concern for our community.” Ward 1 City Councillor Joanne McKenna, who made the motion to overrule the chairman, thanked Verizon representatives for the handouts, but said she needed scientific data from the We Now Offer For Your Eating Pleasure “UBER EATS” Convenient Delivery Service Bianchi’s Pizza and Renzo’s Full Menu To Go Resident David LaChapelle said many of the residents are retired public servants, and they just want to live out their life peacefully. World Health Organization. She mentioned that six months ago people didn’t know the consequences of vaping, and now it has resurfaced through deaths and sickness. “Why can’t we put it in a parking lot?” McKenna asked. “Some engineer said it gives out the best reception, but let’s put it across the street from your house [to Verizon representatives] and see how you like it.” Councillor-at-Large Jessica Giannino said they don’t have a lot of information regarding how safe it is, which is concerning to her. “I know it’s hard being the chair sometimes,” Giannino said to Zambuto. “But I support my colleagues on this one.” City Council Vice President Patrick Keefe said while it’s unsightly, residents deserve a vote. “You’re a fantastic councillor,” Keefe said to Zambuto. “But sometimes we do disagree, and we’re here to serve the citizens, who said that they don’t want it.” Keefe, who encouraged a vote on this, said the entire Fire Department rallied against it and that the applicant leaving prior to the vote is disrespectful, whereas the residents stayed for the two-hour meeting. Ward 2 City Councillor Ira Novoselsky said two of the proposed locations are in his ward and he received numerous pleas asking him to vote no. Councillor-at-Large Jessica Giannino declined to comment after the meeting. Zambuto said the councillors voted that way because they felt they were helping neighbors, reFor Advertising with Results, call The Advocate Newspapers at 781-286-8500 or Info@advocatenews.net ceiving applause, but in the end, he thinks, the decision will be reversed if it is contested in court. Tara Vocino may be reached at printjournalist1@gmail.com. Renzo’s Entertainment Schedule 7:30 p.m. Wed: DJ George * Thurs: Vinyl Groove, Fri: Joey Canzano * Sat: Billy Pezzulo, Sunday: DJ George 381 Revere Beach Blvd., Revere 781-284-5600
Page 4 THE REVERE ADVOCATE – Friday, December 6, 2019 Disabilities commissioner says plastic straw ban denies quality of life By Tara Vocino C ity Councillors tabled an ordinance prohibiting single use disposal plastic straws, despite the Revere Commission on Disabilities’ opposition, during Monday’s City Council meeting at City Hall. It’s been estimated that plastic straws account for 2,000 tons of the more than nine million tons of ocean plastic waste. Commission on Disabilities Chair/ADA Coordinator Ralph DeCicco said he’s not debating plastic waste issue, but a plastic straw ban would eliminate access, quality of life and opportunities for some disabled people. “Just one time, try and put yourself in the place of a disabled person who doesn’t have the use of their hands; either put your hands behind your back or better yet leave them by your side, since that’s more realistic, and try to make your morning coffee, or glass of water,” DeCicco said. “Can you do it? This would be an everyday occurrence for a disabled person who depends on a reusable plastic straw.” DeCicco said that while people can bring straws to the restaurant, it’s about the disabled being treated equally. He said paper straws can be a choking hazard; metal straws aren’t bendable; and redesigned cups require the cup to be lifted, all of which present a challenge for certain disabilities. His solution is not to choose between making the world more accessible dine drink gather Friday, December 6 at 9 PM STOMPIN' MELVIN Saturday, December 7 at 8:30 PM The Exclusive Return Engagement of... JOHN CAFFERTY & THE BEAVER BROWN BAND Revere Disabilities Commission members Ricky Freni (left) and Chairman/ADA Ralph DeCicco. or sustainable, but rather creative thinking. “Restaurants can make plastic straws available upon request instead of offering them with every drink,” DeCicco said. “This would still dramatically reduce waste while ensuring that straws are available for those who need them.” Commission on Disabilities Vice Chair Ricky Freni, who has two children on the autistic spectrum, said some straws negatively affect children with sensory issues, and that paper straws don’t work well for them. “Do I have to tell my adult child to drink out of a sippy cup?” Freni asked. “It doesn’t make sense.” enjoy Friday, December 13 at 9 PM The Ultimate Party Band WILDFIRE Thursday, December 19 at 8 PM Full Scale Holiday Rock Orchestra TWELVE-TWENTY FOUR INTERNATIONAL CHRISTMAS Saturday, December 14 at 9 PM The Ultimate Led Zeppelin Experience KASHMIR Friday, December 27 at 9 PM Back by Popular Demand! VINYL GROOVE Tuesday, December 31 Rock in the New Year with the #1 AC/DC Tribute Band! Sunday, Dec. 15 10 AM-1:30 PM DIRTY DEEDS SANTA BRUNCH 221 Newbury Street, Danvers For Tickets call (978) 774-7270 or www.breakawaydanvers.com
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THE REVERE ADVOCATE – Friday, December 6, 2019 Page 7 Mayor sends off football players, cheerleaders, families with Thanksgiving breakfast By Tara Vocino T he Revere Patriots Football Team celebrated a win over the Winthrop Vikings (4019) during their Thanksgiving game last Thursday morning. Mayor Brian Arrigo hosted the football players, cheerleaders, and their families – sending them off for their fourth consecutive victory against the Winthrop Vikings to conclude a historic season – in the Revere High School cafeteria before the game. Tara Vocino may be reached at printjournalist1@gmail.com. Ward 5 City Councillor John Powers, School Committee Members Susan Gravellese, and Michael Ferrante, Mayor Brian Arrigo, Police Chief James Guido, School Committee Member/Councillor-atLarge-elect Gerry Visconti and School Committee Member Fred Sannella Aramark Assistant Director Rebecca Kay, Kitchen Manager Maureen Cooper and Food Service Director Cheryl Cole; District Kitchen Supervisors Pauline Lyons, Lucia Fergone and Angela Dwyer helped to prepare this breakfast. On Thanksgiving morning, School Committee Members Michael Ferrante, Susan Gravellese, Gerry Visconti, Fred Sannella and Mayor Brian Arrigo wished the team well before their game. The Revere Patriots football squad with Ward 5 City Councillor John Powers, Ward 2 City Councillor Ira Novoselsky and Mayor Brian Arrigo Shown in the bottom row are defensive lineman Max Doucette (#52), offensive guard Ryan Doucette (#55), running back senior Joseph Llanos (#25), tight end Dillan Day (#12), defensive tackle senior Jonathan Burrow (#57), defensive tackle Dominic Reed (#72), quarterback Calvin Boudreau (#8), offensive tackle Kevin Willett (#64), running back/Capt. senior Jonathan Murphy (#7), running back Marco Cerbone (#5) and tight end Zach Bowden. Shown in the top row are parents Julie and Jeffrey Doucette, Erin and Waldy Llanos, William and Danielle Day, Rod Burrow, Kirk Reed, Donald Boudreau, Joanne and Kevin Willett, Joanne and Brian Murphy, Alex Cerbone and Cathy Bowden. Shown in the back row from left to right are Assistant Coach Kristina Russo, Adamarys Sanchez Cardona, Emily Chiles, Zachary Chbani, Head Coach Julianne Falzarano, Mayor Brian Arrigo, Superintendent of Schools Dr. Dianne Kelly, Alexandra Ramirez Caro, Kaitlin Mendalka and Isabella Correia. Shown in the front row from left to right are Sofia Gendreau, Captain Madeline Stuart, Captain Ava Wiswall, Melanie Leonard, Vanessa Cabrera and Zoey LeGrand. (Advocate Photos by Tara Vocino)
Page 8 THE REVERE ADVOCATE – Friday, December 6, 2019 MassPort Noise Complaint Line: 617-561-3333 The Good Diner and First Congregational Church feed hundreds on Thanksgiving By Tara Vocino A local business owner cooked meals for 500 people on Thanksgiving morning, thus “saving Thanksgiving” for some. As he has done for the past six years, Saber Abougalala, owner of The Good Diner, prepared turkey, mashed potatoes, corn, cranberry sauce and gravy. “Everyone deserves a nice meal,” Abougalala said. “I like to serve the community and I get a lot of support from them.” His daughter, Hanah, who helped transport the food, said they are going to make a big difference. “If you help others, God will help you,” she said. “It makes me feel good about myself, seeing the smile on people’s faces.” gmail.com. Pamela Anderson, who volunteers at the First Congregational Church, said she called Abougalala to ask if he could pitch in since church members said they couldn’t cook the food anymore. “One little girl said I saved Thanksgiving for her,” Anderson said. “I cried.” Tara Vocino may be reached at printjournalist1@ Saber and Hanah Abougalala hold a thank you sign from First Congregational Church members at The Good Diner. (Advocate photos by Tara Vocino) IN THE KITCHEN: Alfredo Catricala, Pamela Anderson and Eugene Claflin at First Congregational Church. Shimma, Saber, Hana and Adam Abougalala with Pamela Anderson Lucille Liberato, Cassandra Connor and Tina Liberato share a Thanksgiving meal at First Congrega - tional Church. Shown from left to right are Pamela Anderson and Shimma, Hanah, Saber and Adam Abougalala with trays of turkey and gravy that Saber prepared. Volunteers Aidan Colwell, Rory Leadbetter, Pamela Anderson, Eugene Claflin, Carol DeSantis and Alfredo Catricala served Thanksgiving meals at First Congregational Church.
THE REVERE ADVOCATE – Friday, December 6, 2019 Page 9 Councillors vote to crack down on short-term home rentals to make room for permanent housing By Tara Vocino C ity Councillors unanimously passed a motion by a voice vote to revise Boston’s shortterm rental business ordinance to be applicable to the city of Revere during Monday’s City Council meeting at City Hall. Councillors are hoping to crack down on the number of homes and condominiums being purchased for short-term rental businesses, which are reducing permanent housing options. Originally reported as a motion out of committee with the recommendation to be placed on file until January 2020, some councillors thought it was time to move forward. Ward 3 Councillor Arthur Guinasso, who is one of the makers of the motion, along with Ward 4 Councillor Patrick Keefe and Ward 1 City Councillor Joanne McKenna, said they’ve been talking about it since the summer, and it’s time to mirror Boston’s proposal. Keefe said there has been a steady increase in the number of short-term businesses coming up, amounting to more than 200 citywide. “The greatest outcome to creating some legitimacy to a short-term rental ordinance is it will help increase the tight housing stock, which is making cities, like Revere, less affordable for the working class,” Keefe said. Guinasso said the short-term rental businesses are creating unnecessary problems. “It creates havoc in the community,” Guinasso said. “We should put ‘ReMayor announces holiday initiatives, including Santa Walk and Tree and Menorah lightings T he City of Revere will spread the festive spirit of the holiday season with a bundle of holiday festivities and initiatives announced by Mayor Brian Arrigo. “The holidays are always an exciting time of year in the City of Revere,” said Mayor Brian Arrigo. “I encourage residents to shop locally to support our main street businesses and join together with neighbors for the many festive events across our great community.” This season kicks off with the 8th annual Santa Walk at Revere High School on December 7 at 3:00 p.m. Everyone is welcome to join at the starting line in front of Revere High School and parade down Broadway to the finish line at City Hall; the registration deadline was December 5. All proceeds from the Santa Walk will benefit beautification projects around the city. The Santa Walk leads directly into the City of Revere Tree Lighting at 4:45 p.m. After the walk, residents are welcome to enjoy a night filled with fun and holiday cheer, including free photos with Santa Claus, trackless train & pony rides, cookie decorating and a whole lot more. The following day, Sunday, December 8, at 5:00 p.m. the holidays will shine in the Beachmont neighborhood for a Tree Lighting ceremony at Douglas Cummings Park on Crescent Avenue. As we head into this season of giving, stop by the newly opened restaurant Dryft (500 Ocean Ave.) on December 11 at 6:00 p.m. for the annual Coats for Kids drive. On December 12, Shirley Avenue will glow following the annual Tree Lighting at Costa Park at 4:45 p.m. The North Shore Philharmonic Orchestra will play the annual Robert A. Marra Memorial “Sounds of Christmas” conHOLIDAY | SEE PAGE 21 Dr. Priti Amlani Dr. Bruce Goldman Dr. Bhavisha Patel vere’ where it says ‘Boston’,” said the council president, referring to a map. Ward 2 City Councillor Ira Novoselsky echoed a similar sentiment as Guinasso – that he doesn’t see any reason why it shouldn’t be voted on Monday. Ward 5 City Councillor John Powers said he recently noticed a car that had California plates taking away a parking spot from a resident, while at the same time, not producing taxes. “It’s long overdue,” Powers said. There was little to no discussion during the Legislative Affairs Sub-Committee meeting on the motion. Regulating short-term businesses, regulating short-term homes Also reported out of committee: Councillors voted unanimously by a voice vote to draft a zoning amendment for a oneyear moratorium on converting single family homes to two-family homes. “People are buying homes, moving their furniture in, and immediately renting it out into a two- family,” Guinasso said. “I think they should own it for at least a few years before converting it.” Guinasso said it’s ruining the fabric of the community, and it’s not good for the neighborhood. Novoselsky said it’s not doing any good sitting there and encouraged a vote on the motion. Tara Vocino may be reached at printjournalist1@gmail.com. Eastern bank Bldg. Rt-1 605 Broadway, #301 Saugus, MA 01906 781-233-6844 www.bostonnorthdental.com Full mouth Rehabilitation Before After
Page 10 THE REVERE ADVOCATE – Friday, December 6, 2019 Patriots gobble up Winthrop Vikings, 46-31 | FROM PAGE 1 us to get the win." The victory also left Revere with a 10-1 record and high ranking among Eastern Massachusetts teams. Two playoff wins in which they produced 42 points in each game and two huge regular-season road triumphs over Lynn English and Marblehead were interrupted by a disappointing 41-7 defeat at Melrose home field in the Div. 4 North tourney final. Against Winthrop, senior running back Joe Llanos put the icing on the cake to an amazing comeback season by rushing for nearly 400 yards (389 to be exact) and six touchdowns–about three games worth of production. He rolled to TD runs of five, one, 29, 73, 34, and 51 yards to lead the way for the offense. Lucas Barbosa's six-yard run accounted for Revere's other score. All told, Llanos, who missed most of his junior season due to a foot injury, had a senior campaign for the ages, He amassed 1,985 yards on the ground and well over 2,000 all-purpose yards, while scoring an incredible 30 touchdowns (an average of nearly three per game). His 80 yard opening kickoff return against Gloucester in the season opener turned out to be a foreboding of what was to come. Cicatelli said part of the plan against Winthrop was to give Llanos the ball as much as possible in his final game as a Patriot. "Joe is our guy and he has been all year. He brought us to this point and we just wanted to keep feeding him. He never let us down." This season will mark one of the best ever in Revere history. Clearly the rest of the departing senior players, a group that includes Jonathan Murphy, Barbosa, Mazer Ali, Jaryd Benson, Jonathan Burrow, Ryan Doucette, Milton Rios, Edwin Hernandez, Elmer Varela, Emmanuel Alvarado, and Zach Furlong, have much to look back on with pride. With this 10-win season to build on and coming within one game of a Super Bowl appearance the future looks promising as well. "We're losing some great guys but we also have a lot of really good players coming back," Cicatelli pointed out. "Will we be as good as we were this year? Who knows? But I do know we're going to work hard every day to get back and compete for another Super Bowl." Joe Llanos follows the block of Ryan Doucette and Joshua Laurina for a TD run. Joe Llanos and Mazer Ali pose with their drumsticks as offensive and defensive players of the game. Patriots players celebrate fourth straight Thanksgiving Day victory over the Vikings. When you put all your energy into a common goal, you get results. CONGRATULATIONS TO REVERE HIGH ON A SUPERB SEASON.
THE REVERE ADVOCATE – Friday, December 6, 2019 Page 11 There goes Swifty! SUPERSTAR RHS RUNNING BACK Joe Llanos vs. Winthrop Thanksgiving 2019 * 6 Touchdowns * 389 Yards Season Totals * Over 2,000 all-purpose yards * 30 Touchdowns Sensational Pats senior running back Joe Llanos was in a league of his own who was sensational all season while powering his team to a 10-1 record and statewide recognition. (Advocate photo by Mike Kearney)
Page 12 THE REVERE ADVOCATE – Friday, December 6, 2019 Pats gobble up Winthrop in T-Day classic, 46-31 Head Coach Lou Cicatelli holds the winning trophy in a post-game celebration after the Revere Pats gobbled up the Winthrop Vikings in the T-Day Classic at Miller Field. Coach Cicatelli, standing with his assistants, praised the seniors, players and coaches for their dedication in making the season (10-0) one of the best ever in Revere Football history. (Advocate Photos by Mike Kearney) REVERE’S DYNAMO: Rugged speedster Pats running back senior Joe Llanos, a workhorse all season, scored six touchdowns and rushed for 389 yards in the win over Winthrop, bringing his season total to an incredible 30 touchdowns. Shown blocking for Llanos is guard Josimar Martinez.
THE REVERE ADVOCATE – Friday, December 6, 2019 Page 13 Pats offense and defense were awesome and frustrating for Winthrop Pats running back Lucas Barbosa crosses the goal line to score the Pats final TD. Tight end Ryan Doucette (55) helps the referee signal the TD. Senior running back Zachary Furlong fights off a Winthrop defender gaining huge yardage. The Pats defensive line was awesome and tough to run on.
Page 14 THE REVERE ADVOCATE – Friday, December 6, 2019 NKS,P For a Great Season Revere Patriots Football Team Players, Coaches, Cheerleaders & Fans Speaker of the House Robert A. DeLeo Ward 2 Councillor Ira Novoselsky School Board Member Carol Tye Ward 3 Councillor Arthur Guinasso Councillor-at-Large Anthony Zambuto School Commitee Elect Anthony D’Ambrosio Mayor Brian Arrigo & Family Councillor-at-Large Jessica Giannino Ward 6 Councillor-Elect Richard “Ricky Serino Ward 5 Councillor John Powers School Board Member Susan Gravellese School Board Member Michael Ferrante AT THA S
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Page 16 THE REVERE ADVOCATE – Friday, December 6, 2019 Varsity Girls’ Soccer Senior Night peppered with flowers and balloons By Tara Vocino T he seniors of the Lady Patriots Varsity Girls’ Soccer team were recently honored with balloons, flowers and posters during Senior Night at Harry Della Russo Stadium Eight seniors – Maya Inzerillo, Oumaima Bahjy, Somaia Goaless, Sofia Goriny, Allison Calderon, Wissam Benzerdjeb and Captains Elsy Romero and Luana Barbosa – were presented with flowers from family and friends. Teammates decorated posters and sticks with their pictures. “We want to wish them the best … and these ladies will be missed dearly,” Coach Megan O’Donnell said. “They will always hold a special place in my heart, and remember, ‘Once a Lady Patriot, always a Lady Patriot.’” Tara Vocino may be reached at printjournalist1@gmail.com. Catrina Hayden with her daughter Maya Inzerillo, a midfielder, on the bleachers before the game began Tuesday night at Harry Della Russo Stadium. Coach Megan O’Donnell awarded each senior – Oumaina Bahjy, Luana Barbosa, Wissam Benzerdjeb, Sofia Gouriny, Allison Calderon, Elsy Romero, Somaia Goaless and Maya Inzerillo – with a portrait. Hassan, Othman and Oumaima Bahjy, Fatiha Arroubi and Sammy Bahjy Captain Elsy Romero is congratulated with red and yellow roses by her mother, Elsa, and her sister, Karen. Wissam Benzerdjeb, mother Fathia and brother Mohammed Lea Digaetano, Maliyah Inn and Jocelyn Santa congratulate Oumaima Bahjy with several bouquets of flowers and her photo on a stick on the soccer field. She is pictured here with her brothers Sammy, 5, bottom center, and Othman, 13, and parents Hassan Bahjy and Fatiha Arroubi. Rabia, Ali, Yousef and Sofia Gouriny with her Aunt Toria and cousin Rim Mery Calderon and Allison Calderon with her father, Jose, and her brothers, Jason, Jeffrey and Emmanuel Calderon. Fathia, Wissam Benzerdjeb and brother, Mohammed hand Wissam a bouquet of roses on the soccer field. Salma Goaless, Iman Ahmed, Somaia Goaless and brother, Rayyan Goaless showered Somaia with flowers. Eight seniors were congratulated on a successful soccer season. Shown in front are Oumaima Bahjy, Allison Calderon, Somaia Goaless, and Maya Inzerillo. Shown in back are Wissam Benzerdjeb, Captain Elsy Romero, Coach Megan O’Donnell, Captain Luana Barbosa and Sofia Gouriny. Ricardo Barbosa, Captain Luana Barbosa, brother Lucas Barbosa, cousins Hayssa, Yanna and Anna Rosa, Hanoyka Barbosa and uncle Agaton Abreu. (Advocate Photos by Tara Vocino)
THE REVERE ADVOCATE – Friday, December 6, 2019 Page 17 Four new officers sworn in at City Hall ceremony A By The Advocate pproximately 35 people attended four officers’ swearing in, surrounded by family and politicians, last Monday afternoon in the City Council Chambers at City Hall. Officers Anthony Matos, Kevin O’Hara, Sindy Sabino and Richard Griffin took the oath, sworn in by City Clerk Ashley Melnik. Sabino called joining the Revere Police Department “a dream come true” after moving to Revere from Brazil. “I’m very honored,” Sabino said. O’Hara said it’s been a long road to make the ranks, but he’s very glad to finally get there. “It’s been an honor, pleasure and a lot of hard work,” O’Hara said. Griffin said it’s a privilege to serve a city that he grew up in, and he’s proud to be a part of the Revere Police Department. Newly sworn in officers Anthony Matos, Kevin O’Hara, Sindy Sabino and Richard Griffin last Monday afternoon at City Hall. Revere Police Honor Guard stood watch during the ceremony; Officer Andrew Lauria, Lt. Joseph Covino, holding the American flag, Officer Jay Griffin, holding the city flag, and Officer Milton O’Hara, brother of newly appointed Officer Kevin O’Hara. Officers Kevin O’Hara, Richard Griffin, Sindy Sabino and Anthony Matos raise their hand while being sworn in. Showing their support are Councillor-at-Large Steven Morabito, School Committee Member Stacey Rizzo, Officer Kevin O’Hara, Councillor-at-Large Anthony Zambuto and School Committee Member Michael Ferrante. From left to right are Executive Officer/Police Captain Dennis Collyer, mother Yardilene Chenoweth, Police Chief James Guido and Officer Sindy Sabino. Mayor Brian Arrigo said the police department is staffed to the highest level that it’s been in years, and that especially since local officers are usually the first on the scene, prayers are with them for their safety. Police Chief James Guido said the four new hires went through 26 weeks of intensive training, and he encouraged officers to treat everyone as if they were a family member, in order to have a successful career in law enforcement. Officer Matos’s family: Shown from left to right are uncle Sean McCarthy, uncle Steven Carpenter, father Edward McCarthy, mother Kelli McCarthy, wife Gabrielle Matos, Officer Anthony Matos, grandfather Bernie Foster, grandmother Phyllis Foster, sister Tori Matos and grandfather Edward McCarthy Sr. Executive Officer/Police Captain Dennis Collyer pins Sindy Sabino. Father Jim pins new officer Richard Griffin. Mother Yardilene Chenoweth pins patrolman Sindy Sabino. Wife Gabrielle Matos pins Officer Anthony Matos. Executive Officer/Police Captain Dennis Collyer, Police Lt. Thomas Malone, new hires Richard Griffin, Kevin O’Hara, Anthony Matos and Sindy Sabino, Police Chief James Guido, Mayor Brian Arrigo, Ward 2 City Councillor Ira Novoselsky, Councillor-at-Large Anthony Zambuto, School Committee Member Michael Ferrante and Joan Moscillo, who is Legislative Aide to Massachusetts House Speaker Robert DeLeo Mother Lisa Belschner pins the badge onto Officer Kevin O’Hara. (Advocate photos by Tara Vocino)
Page 18 THE REVERE ADVOCATE – Friday, December 6, 2019 Nearly 20 students complete CONNECT, IINE hospitality training By Tara Vocino S eventeen people, many of them Revere residents, recently graduated from an intensive two-and-halfweek training program that has set them up for a new, better-paying career in the hospitality industry. The training was provided through a partnership between CONNECT and the International Institute of New England (IINE). CONNECT helps residents get better jobs, manage their finances and achieve their goals. IINE has operated a highly regarded hospitality training program for more than 20 years. Since 2017, CONNECT and IINE have partnered to train residents of Chelsea, Revere and surrounding communities in the booming hospitality industry. “Trainees learned about career opportunities in the hospitality industry, what it’s like to work in hotels, how to deliver excellent customer service and how to communicate their knowledge and experience to potential employers in the Industry,” said CONNECT volunteer Evie Heffernan. “They also learned about personal financial management and are encouraged to continue working with CONNECT’s experienced coaches, as they begin their new, better-paying careers.” Tara Vocino may be reached at printjournalist1@gmail.com. GRADUATES: Shown in the front row are Jeanine Amico, Amanda Pech, Gongerina Pech and Jane O’Brien. Shown in the middle row are Irvin Pacheco, Irma Valladares, Ana Patricia Giron, Fatima Lemus Valle and Katherine Paz. Shown in the back row are Ilham Bakkali, Fatima Laouamra, Soukina Tribla and Adelfettah Charafi. Missing from the photo were Belinda Martinez, Devolyne Vails, Dilma Bergher and Edna Luz De Jesus. (Advocate Photos by Tara Vocino) Revere Society for Cultural and Historic Preservation President Robert Upton congratulated the graduates. Skills Training Manager Alex Kubana encouraged the graduates to be themselves and to work hard. Revere’s Director of Economic Development and Strategic Planning, Robert O’Brien, said the city is indebted to the graduates of the hospitality training program. CONNECT Financial Coach Laura Lucas helps graduates create action plans to build credit and save money. International Institute of New England Workforce Development Manager Hillary Bradburn said she is available to help graduates. CONNECT Director Stefanie Shull said the organization has a satellite office at 17 Walden St. in Revere. Jeanine Amico of Everett hopes to land a front desk job at Encore Boston Harbor. Gongerina Pech hopes to get hired as a chef assistant at Encore Boston Harbor. The only graduate who had already secured employment, Everett resident Irma Valladares, starts her new job this week as a full-time housekeeper at Encore Boston Harbor. Katherine Paz of Revere hopes to get a management or accounting job at the Holiday Inn.
THE REVERE ADVOCATE – Friday, December 6, 2019 Page 19 Graduates Jeanine Amico, Ilham Bakkali, Fatima Laouamra, Soukina Tribia, Irma Valladares, Jane O’Brien, Irvin Pacheco, Ana Patricia Giron, Amanda Pech, Gongerina Pech, Fatima Lemus Valle, Katherine Paz, Dilma Bergher and Adelfettah Charafi. Amanda Pech wants to become a hostess at Tavern in the Square in Salem. Fatima Lemus Valle of Revere hopes to work at the front desk in a hotel. Everett resident Irvin Pacheco hopes to be a doorman at Encore Boston Harbor. Jane O’Brien of Revere hopes to open her own hospitality business. She is shown with her granddaughter Adrianna. The graduates proudly show off their diplomas.
Page 20 THE REVERE ADVOCATE – Friday, December 6, 2019 THE HOUSE AND SENATE Beacon Hill Roll Call records the votes of local senators and representatives from recent debate on legislation banning the sale of flavored vaping and tobacco products. There were no roll calls in the House or Senate last week. Gov. Charlie Baker signed into law a bill that makes Massachusetts the first state to ban the sale of flavored vaping and tobacco products—including mint and menthol cigarettes. The measure also imposes a 75 percent excise tax on e-cigarettes. Another provision requires commercial health insurers and MassHealth to cover the costs of smoking cessation programs and nicotine replacement therapy. The measure also raises the penalties on retailers for illegal tobacco sales and provides that businesses that don’t comply with the new law could have their Lottery licenses temporarily suspended. “It is essential our young people have the opportunities to safely grow up in the commonwealth, and we have made strides in the prevention of youth nicotine and taken bold action in the face of a growing, deadly public health risk,” said Lt. Gov. Karyn Polito. “Today e-cigarettes are the most commonly used form of tobacco by youth in Massachusetts. This legislation will further restrict the sale of nicotine-containing products to minors, providing the opportunity for them to live healthy, safe lives.” «These products are already outlawed for children,” said Rep. Shaunna O’Connell (R-Taunton) who opposed the law. “I trust that adults can make intelligent decisions on these products.» “The current youth vaping epidemic is the result of age-old industry tactics used to target kids,” said Sen. John Keenan (D– Quincy), the lead sponsor of the legislation. “We had made great strides in Massachusetts at decreasing the number of youth smokers, but with the introduction of e-cigarettes and the variety of flavors available, we lost decades of progress. With this bill, we are telling Big Tobacco they can never again use flavors to target kids in Massachusetts … My hope is that as we listened to the brave voices of the young people in Massachusetts, other states will do the same and pass legislation to prevent youth nicotine addiction.” Some opponents argued the bill will hurt Bay State businesses on the New Hampshire border. “This bill will just send even more business over the border and some of that business will be young adults,” said Rep. Colleen Garry (D-Dracut). “I don’t think it will stop people from smoking. It will just have them buying cigarettes and other things in New Hampshire.” Here are local senators’ votes on some proposed amendments to the ban: EXEMPT MILITARY (S 2407) Senate 9-29, rejected an amendment which would allow retailers to maintain reserves of flavored tobacco products for sale to customers who present a valid military identification. Amendment supporters said men and women who serve and risk their lives to protect our freedom should not be denied the right to smoke flavored tobacco in their own country. They noted that under Massachusetts law they are allowed to smoke marijuana but not a flavored cigarette. Some amendment opponents said once you allow flavored tobacco back in the state there is no telling where it might end up. Others said the words “military identification” is a broad term and there are some identifications considered military that are given to dependents and family members. They argued it would be very difficult to keep track of who has the right type of identification to enable them to go into a store that may or may not have enough of the product for them. (A “Yes” vote is for allowing military personnel to buy flavored tobacco. A “No” vote is against allowing it.) Sen. Joseph Boncore No FISCAL IMPACT OF THE BAN (S 2407) Senate 9-30, rejected an amendment requiring the Revenue Committee and Ways and Means Committee to conduct a fiscal analysis on the expected loss of tax revenues from the ban and its impact on important state programs. Amendment supporters said menthol products represent up to one-third of the state’s excise tax revenue and that means tens of millions of dollars will be lost. They argued that consumers will go to border states to purchase flavored tobacco resulting in a loss of tax revenue for the state and income for convenience store owners. They noted the ban is not guaranteed to reduce the use of menthol and because people will buy it out of state and still suffer the same health problems they would if they bought it in Massachusetts. Amendment opponents said it would be very difficult to project the amount of lost revenue. They noted that the ban will result in better health with some people smoking less and teens not getting started in the first place. (A “Yes” vote is for the study. A “No” vote is against it.) Sen. Joseph Boncore No DO NOT ALLOW CONFISCATION OF VAPE ITEMS AND A CAR (S 2407) Senate 39-0, approved an amendment that would delete from the bill a section that allows police officers who discover untaxed e-cigarettes, vaporizers, vape pens, e-cigars, e-hookah and other vaping devices in the possession of a person who is not a licensed distributor, to seize the items and any vending machine or other receptacle including a motor vehicle, boat or airplane in which the items are found. The items would be forfeited and turned over to the state which would destroy the items and either destroy or auction off the vehicle. Amendment supporters said the section is draconian and goes too far by allowing law enforcement to confiscate a person’s car for simply possessing untaxed vaping equipment. They said the Senate must make sure the state doesn’t overstep its bounds and seize and sell or destroy a car that a person needs to go back and forth from work and for daily living. (A “Yes” vote is for deleting the section and against confiscation.) Sen. Joseph Boncore Yes HOW LONG WAS LAST WEEK’S SESSION? Beacon Hill Roll Call tracks the length of time that the House and Senate were in session each week. Many legislators say that legislative sessions are only one aspect of the Legislature’s job and that a lot of important work is done outside of the House and Senate chambers. They note that their jobs also involve committee work, research, constituent work and other matters that are important to their districts. Critics say that the Legislature does not meet regularly or long enough to debate and vote in public view on the thousands of pieces of legislation that have been filed. 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 25-29, the House met for a total of 15 minutes and the Senate met for a total of ten minutes. Mon. November 25 No House session Senate 11:16 a.m. to 11:19 a.m. Tues. November 26 House 11:00 a.m. to 11:10 a.m. No Senate session Wed. November 27 House 11:00 a.m. to 11:05 a.m. Senate 11:05 a.m. to 11:12 a.m. Thurs. November 28 No House session No Senate session Fri. November 29 No House session No Senate session Bob Katzen welcomes feedback at bob@beaconhillrollcall.com
THE REVERE ADVOCATE – Friday, December 6, 2019 Page 21 OBITUARIES Grazio Mellone Of Revere formerly of East Boston passed away on November, 26 2019. Loving husband of 65 years to Palma Mellone (Chiola) of Revere. Devoted father of Alfonso of Italy, Giovanni of Italy, Rosa Grasso and husband Demetrio of Revere, Giuseppe “Pino” and wife Marlene of Revere. Cherished grandfather of eight grandchildren. Also survived by his many loving great-grand children, as well as his many loving nieces and nephews. Grazio is a longtime member of the Iron Workers Union Local #7. Edwina L. (Fahey) Laurano former employee of Suffolk Downs & Wonderland Race Tracks. Mrs. Laurano was the wife of the late Richard T. Laurano. She was the loving mother of Richard Laurano, Jr., retired Lt. Revere Fire Department & his wife Camille of Revere, Lynda DiCarlo & her husband Stephen of Peabody, Lisa Hoppe & her husband Steven of FL, Capt. Joseph Laurano, RFD of Revere. Cherished grandmother of Adrienne, Lt. Richard Laurano III, RFD & his wife Stephanie, Kristen, Stephen & his wife Emily, Lauran & great grandmother of Isabelle. Sister of the late Evelyn Acconcia & Martha Paldi. Doris A. (Terilli) D’Ambrosio Beloved wife of the late John D’Ambrosio. Loving mother of Deborah Malacaso of FL, Ralph Ferullo of NH, Lisa Ferullo of Burlington, Joseph Ferullo of FL, Elizabeth Smith of TX, and Michael Ferullo of FL. Dear sister of Jeanette Deveau and Rosemary Terilli both of Revere, Raymond Terilli of Stoneham, Eleanor Demeo of Norwood, Joseph Terilli of Stoneham and the late John Terilli. Cherished grandmother of fourteen grandchildren and the late Desiree Moore. Adored great grandmother of 23 grandchildren. Also survived by many nieces, nephews and cousins. Gerald Burman Of Beachmont Revere, age 88, longtime resident of the Jack Satter House, on November 29. She was a 80, of Revere formerly of East Boston passed away on November 26, 2019. Savvy Senior How Seniors Can Get Free Legal Assistance Dear Savvy Senior, Can you recommend any resources that provide free or lowcost legal services to seniors? I’m 68 and need some professional legal assistance but have limited funds. Need Help Dear Need, There are actually a number of free and low-cost legal resources that can help seniors in need, but what’s available to you will depend on where you live, the type legal assistance you need and your financial situation. Here are several options to check into. Legal Aid: Directed by the Legal Services Corporation, legal aid offers free legal assistance to low-income people of all ages. Each community program will differ slightly in the services they offer and income qualifications. See LSC.gov/findlegal-aid to locate a program in your area. Free Legal Answers: This is an online program created by the American Bar Association that matches low-income clients with volunteer lawyers who agree to provide brief answers online for free. This service will not answer criminal law questions, and it’s not available in every state. Visit ABAfreelegalanswers.org to look for a program in your state. Pro Bono and Senior Legal Hotlines: Usually sponsored by state or local bar associations, pro bono programs help low-income people find volunteer lawyers who are willing to handle their cases for free. There are also a number of states that still offer senior legal hotlines, where all seniors over age 60 have access to free legal advice over the telephone. To find out if either of these services are available in your state, go to LawHelp.org, and click on “Find help near you.” Senior Legal Services: Coordinated by the Administration on Aging, this service may offer free or low-cost legal advice, legal assistance or access to legal representation to people over the age of 60. Your Area Agency on Aging can tell you what’s available in your community. Call the Eldercare Locator at 800-677-1116 to get your local number. National Disability Rights Of Revere, on Monday, December 2, 2019. Beloved husband of Ruth (Parker) Burman. Devoted father of Debra Chesson and husband Robert of Malden, Howard Burman and wife Diane of South Carolina. Loving son of the late Michael Burman and Anna (Feldberg) Burman. Loving grandfather of Michael Chesson and wife Veronica, Matthew Chesson and wife Krystal, Caitlyn DeSantis and Madison Burman. Great-grandfather of David Chesson. In lieu of flowers, donations in Gerald’s name may be made to the 420 Club-420 Revere Beach Blvd., Revere, MA 02151. Network: This is a nonprofit membership organization that provides legal assistance to people with disabilities through their Protection and Advocacy System and Client Assistance Program. If you are disabled, visit NDRN.org to find help in your state. Other Options If you can’t get help from one of these programs, or find that you aren’t eligible, another option is to contact your state or local bar association, which may be able to refer you to a low-fee lawyer. Or, you may want to consider hiring a lawyer for only part of the legal work and doing other parts yourself. This is known as “unbundled legal services.” Many bar associations offer public service-oriented lawyer referral services that will interview clients and help identify the problems a lawyer could help them with. If a lawyer can help with your problem, the service will provide you with a referral to a lawyer. If the problem does not require a lawyer, the service will provide information on other organizations in your community that may be able to help. Most of these lawyer referral services conduct their interviews and make referrals over the phone. To contact your state or local bar association, go to www. FindLegalHelp.org. Send your senior questions to: Savvy Senior, P.O. Box 5443, Norman, OK 73070, or visit SavvySenior.org. Jim Miller is a contributor to the NBC Today show and author of “The Savvy Senior” book. GRANT | FROM PAGE 6 than $6.5 million to thousands of organizations throughout Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, and New Hampshire. “We are so fortunate to have generous and dedicated employees who enrich our company and the communities in which we all live and work,” said Karen Voci, President of the Harvard Pilgrim Foundation. “The HOLIDAY | FROM PAGE 9 cert at St. Anthony’s Church on Sunday, December 15, at 4:00 p.m. Admission to the concert is free, and patrons are requested to make a generous donation of nonperishable food to benefit the Revere Food Pantry. To top off the season of lights, the annual Menorah Lighting will take place on December 26 at 4:00 p.m. in front of Revere City Hall. People who owe fines or fees for unpaid parking violations will enjoy the 2nd Annual Toys for Tickets drive. The Mini-Grant program is a wonderful way to support our employees as philanthropists and to help them make an impact in their own cities and towns.” In 2018, 96 percent of Harvard Pilgrim employees participated in at least one form of service or giving through volunteering, the Mini-Grants program, or Harvard Pilgrim’s annual Employee Fundraising Campaign City will waive charges up to $30 per ticket on a maximum of five tickets in exchange for an unused toy donation to the City of Revere Parking Department. The toy should be new, unwrapped, of similar value and brought to the Parking Department at 300 Broadway, Post Office Building, Suite #2. This opportunity expires December 19. The City of Revere will also offer Free Meter Parking in the business districts on Saturdays through December 7, 14 and 21, to help promote shopping locally this holiday season.
Page 22 THE REVERE ADVOCATE – Friday, December 6, 2019 From the desk of M W arjorie hite I would like to take this opportunity to express my sincerest gratitude to the Everett Co-operative Bank customers and my fellow employees for allowing me to be part of such a wonderful community. It has been my privilege to serve you and to work alongside of you. After 51 years of employment at the Bank and with lots of emotion, the time has come to bid farewell and begin my next journey. Effective December 26th, 2019 I will officially retire as the Bank President. I will forever cherish all the great memories we’ve created, the experiences we’ve shared, but most of all I will miss each and every one of you. I will remain active in my role as a Director of the Bank and look forward to continuing to support you. I wish you all the very best. Thank you. Very Respectfully Marjorie A. White, President RIGHT BY YOU
THE REVERE ADVOCATE – Friday, December 6, 2019 Page 23 PRESERVING YOUR RIGHTS WITH FILING OF APPEAL W h e n f i l i n g f o r a MassHealth application for either long-term nursing home benefits or for community MassHealth benefits, more often than not, a denial letter will follow after the first Request for Information is sent out to the applicant’s representative. It is important to file for an appeal with the Board of Hearings within the time period allowed by law. When you file a MassHealth application, benefits can be paid retroactively as far as the first day of the third month “prior” to the date of submission of the application. It is important to have MassHealth held by the original application date and the original date that benefits are requested, as the applicant may have no more funds available with which to pay the nursing home or for caregiving expenses while at home. If an applicant receives a denial letter due to missing information and subsequently submits the missing information within the 30-day time period allowed, MassHealth treats that as if there was a new application thereby creating a new application date. This has the effect of delaying the start date of MassHealth benefits by pushing the start date out further than what the applicant was initially asking for. As an example, assume that an application was submitted on December 1, 2019 asking for an effective date of benefits of September 1, 2019. Medicare may have stopped paying benefits for someone in rehab, for example, as the care being provided to the individual was no longer considered rehabilitative, but rather custodial in nature only. Further assume that a Denial notice is received on February 1, 2020 as a result of missing information. If the applicant submits the inforYOUR FINANCIAL FOCUS | SEE PAGE 26 Snow Shovelers Wanted (Everett, Revere, Chelsea) Experienced Bartender/Server wanted for restaurant in Everett Square. Call (617) 387-9810 * Pressure Release Systems * Mold Remediation * Stucco Application * Downspout Drainage * Vapor Barriers * Concrete Floor Painting * Masonry * Encapsulations * Foundation Crack Repair * Pump & Battery Backup (617) 416-9403 www.squarewaterproofing.com Earn extra money! Need to be in good health to shovel snow, spread salt, and run a snow blower. Pays $20 per hour, based on experience. Call Anthony at (617) 212-2003 ~ Help Wanted ~ Insurance Customer Service Representative (Everett) Established and growing Insurance Agency just north of Boston is seeking a full time Personal Lines Account Specialist. Applicants should have at least 2 years of insurance experience and be proficient in all areas of personal lines including Auto, Home, Umbrella, and Flood. Knowledge of coverage is essential. A Massachusetts Property and Casualty Insurance License is preferred or a willingness to obtain one within three months of employment. In addition to a competitive salary and benefits package, we offer a fast paced and positive work environment where team efforts and an ability to work independently are key. Please forward resumes to Danielle@mastrocolainsurance.com EOE Like us on Facebook advocate newspaper Facebook.com/Advocate.news.ma
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Page 26 THE REVERE ADVOCATE – Friday, December 6, 2019 YOUR FINANCIAL FOCUS | FROM PAGE 23 mation on February 25, 2020 without filing for an appeal, a new application is deemed to exist and MassHealth will only pay retroactive benefits back to November 1, 2019. There would be two months of care that the family would have to private pay for. Also, the treatment of previously-paid medical expenses can be affected by the timing of the MassHealth application. Medical expenses that are less than 90 days in the past are allowed as part of the spenddown process whenever they are paid, but if those expensIS YOUR HOME NEXT? The Revere Real Estate Listings are brought to you by: es precede the MassHealth application by more than 90 days, then a different rule may apply. Filing for an appeal preserves the original application date. Of course, the appeal has to be successful. An appeal can always be withdrawn by calling the Board of Appeals if the application is subsequently approved prior to the hearing date. The key is to not miss the appeal deadline. The Board of Hearings won’t give the applicant any slack. However, good old MassHealth can take as long as it wants to conduct the hearing itself, although federal guidelines dictate that MassHealth make a decision on the appeal within 45 days of the filing of the appeal. I had a case recently where we waited over one year for the hearing date. Fortunately, we were successful on the appeal. The nursing home had to wait over a year to get paid by MassHealth. And that’s just for one resident. That could be a good $100,000 of needed cash flow to support its operations. 53 Jackson Street Saugus, MA 01906 781-813-3325 REAL ESTATE TRANSAC TIONS Copyrighted material previously published in Banker & Tradesman/The Commercial Record, a weekly trade newspaper. It is reprinted with permission from the publisher, The Warren Group. For a searchable database of real estate transactions and property information visit: www.thewarrengroup.com. BUYER1 BUYER2 Bermudez-Ochoa, Maria V Sheikh, Fatuma Melendez, Omar Hernandez, Dimas O Letizia, John A Carbo, Blaine StGermain, David Lopez, Maria Hyzer, Rudy J Gough, Nicholas L Ahmed, Qasim Lopez, Felix A Letizia, Denise M Carbo, Martin SELLER1 Sanchez, William R Halas, Richard S Piazza Paul F Est Hernandez, Jose R Laber FT Hoyle Construction Inc Dajci, Tony Hyzer, Barbara G Troiano, Theresa M Mccue, Raymond D SELLER2 Cardona, Shirley V Halas, Linda R Kessler, Mary Letizia, Denise M ADDRESS 77 Joey Rd 36 Jarvis St 28 Rand St 130 Reservoir Ave 42 Randall Rd 263 Oakwood Ave 316 Vane St 149 Crescent Ave 42 Porter Ave #42 CITY Revere Revere Revere Revere Revere Revere Revere Revere Revere DATE 15.11.2019 14.11.2019 14.11.2019 13.11.2019 13.11.2019 13.11.2019 08.11.2019 07.11.2019 07.11.2019 PRICE $915 000,00 $455 000,00 $480 000,00 $460 000,00 $334 000,00 $900 000,00 $710 000,00 $580 000,00 $355 000,00
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