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Vol.30, No.49 -FREEwww.advocatenews.net Free Every Friday 781-286-8500 Friday, December 10, 2021 Lt. Governor’s visit announces state grants for development, food security and workforce development By Adam Swift R evere is the fastest growing city in the state, and on Tuesday Lt. Governor Karyn Polito was in the city to help announce three grants through the state’s One Stop for Growth program that will help the city continue to grow. The event was held at the Food Hub at 200 Winthrop Ave., which received $130,000 through an underutilized properties program. Revere also received a $750,000 MassWorks pre-development grant for the Rte. 1A southbound ramp and roundabout that will help spur the private-public development near Gibson Park, and a $100,000 urban agenda grant to The Neighborhood Developers (TND) and Revere Works for reemployment programming for residents. The One Stop for Growth Program is a state program that allows for consideration of more than one grant program simultaneously, saving time on research and applications to different agencies and programs. “When the One Stop for Growth project was launched, I remember [Housing and Economic Development] Secretary [Mike] Kennealy giving a briefing to us over Zoom … and I was certainly excited about the streamline process that was outlined,” said Mayor Brian Arrigo. “Our city’s department of planning and community development, led by Tech Lang, has jumped all over the opportunity for state funding. So here we are today – because of the leadership of Governor Baker and because of the leadership of Lt. Governor Polito and Secretary Kennealy and countless others, the City of Revere and many of our community-based organiGRANTS | SEE Page 19 REVERE UNITES for ANTHONY Councillor Gerry Visconti Mayor Brian Arrigo State Rep. Jessica Giannino Councillor-elect Dan Rizzo Mayor Brian Arrigo shows Lt. Gov. Karyn Polito and state Housing and Community Development Undersecretary Ashley Stolba plans for the riverfront development. Democratic primary for State Senate on Tuesday By Adam Swift P olls are open from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. in Revere on Tuesday, Dec. 14 for a special State Senate Democratic primary in the 1st Suff olk and Middlesex District. Current Revere School Committee member Anthony D’Ambrosio is facing Boston City Councilor Lydia Edwards in the race. The general election to replace state Senator Joe Boncore is scheduled for Jan. 11. Boncore resigned his offi ce in September to become CEO of the Massachusetts Biotechnology Council. The 1st Suff olk and Middlesex District includes all of Revere and Winthrop, as well as parts of Boston and Cambridge. D’Ambrosio has received widespread support in his run throughout Revere, with endorsements from Mayor Brian Arrigo, the School Committee, and a host of current and former city councillors. “As the Mayor of Revere and someone that has worked in the State Senate, I know the transformational impact our legislators can have on a community,” Arrigo stated in his endorsement. “Anthony D’Ambrosio has a unique blend of experience and ideas that will benefi t each and every resident of this district. I am proud to call him a friend and colleague and I will do everything I possibly can to help him be victorious in this special Democratic Primary.” D’Ambrosio has degrees from Yale and the University of Cambridge in England. In addition to serving on the School Committee, he was the Dwight Hall Coordinator and Community PRIMARY | SEE Page 16 Ward 1 Councillor ard 1 Councillor Joanne McKenna Councillor Stephen Morabito Ward 2 Councillor ard 2 Councillor Ira Novoselsky Councillor George Rotondo Ward 3 Councillor-elect ard 3 Councillor-elect Anthony Cogliandro Ward 5 Councillor-elect Councillor-ele Al Fiore Ward 3 Councillor ard 3 Councillor Arthur Guinasso Ward 4 Councillor ard 4 Councillor Patrick Keefe Councillor-elect Councillor-elect Marc Silvestri Ward 5 Councillor ard 5 Councillor John Powers Ward 6 Councillor ard 6 Councillor Rick Serino VOTE TUESDAY, DEC. 14TH If you would like a ride to the Polls please call: (617) 561 0001 Paid for and authorized by the D’ambrosio for State Senate Committee

Page 2 THE REVERE ADVOCATE – FRIDAY, DECEMBER 10, 2021 Residents honored for fighting against Revere Beach meters By Adam Swift “This is democracy at its I t takes more than elected officials to get things done, and on Monday night the City Council recognized a number of residents who fought for the successful removal of parking meters installed along Revere Beach over the summer by the Department of Conservation & Recreation (DCR). 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Pictured, from left, are City Council President Anthony Zambuto, Kiejna, Aiello, Sarno, Rose and Councillor-at-Large George Rotondo. (Advocate photo by Adam Swift) Dept. of Public Health awards $12.6M for school health workforce and local COVID-19 response T “Anthony is an exceptionally thoughtful leader who has the rare capability of envisioning a better future and the work ethic to bring it about. With an unending commitment to service and a depth of innate skills, there is no limit to the positive impact Anthony will continue to make on this world.” — Dr. Peter Salovey - President, Yale University A Community Health Educator Anthony has worked directly with children and school administrators on developing new strategies to overcome the many psychological and physical challenges that children face today. He also has taught public school classes on disability and mental health issues related to social media and academic performance. A Non-Profit Leader Anthony has served as the leader of Dwight Hall, a 3,500-person nonprofit organization. Their mission is “To nurture and inspire students as leaders of social change and to advance justice and service”. The programs they worked on strive to form a more just society that meets the needs of the community in a fair and dignified way. A Member of the Revere School Committee As an elected member of the Revere School Committee, Anthony led the creation of a district wide Equity Advisory Board that brought together parents, teachers,students, and other community stakeholders to develop creative solutions to address educational inequities. He also advocated for the implementation of a district wide mental health audit with enhanced services for students. “I have known Anthony for many years. He previously worked for me as a policy aide. Anthony’s understanding of complex social issues dealing with poverty, health disparities and education was always impressive. I relied often upon his wise and nuanced perspective in reaching decisions. TheCommonwealth will be well served with him in a leadership capacity.” — Tom Ambrosino, Chelsea City Manager and Former Mayor of Revere FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL MEDIA www /DAMBROSIOFORSENATE VOTEDAMBROSIO.COM Paid for and authorized by the D’ambrosio for State Senate Committee @ANTDAMBROSIOMA he Baker-Polito Administration recently announced The change we need. The experience to lead. an investment of $12.6 million for the community-based COVID-19 response. This includes $8.6 million in grants for school districts across the Commonwealth to expand the school health workforce and enhance schools’ ability to respond to COVID-19 and an additional $4 million for local Boards of Health for COVID-19 contact tracing and case investigations. School health workforce funding Over two years, 43 school districts across the Commonwealth will receive $8.6 million in funding through the Crisis Response COVID-19 Supplemental Funding for Workforce Development from the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). These funds will be used to hire additional school nurses, expand the roles of school nurse leaders responsible for health and safety activities across entire school districts and add additional staff to assist with case management, contact tracing, COVID-19 testing and student mental health needs within school communities. Local public health funding Building on a previous $16.6 million investment, the Administration has awarded an additional $4 million to local Boards of Health for COVID-19 contact tracing and case investigations, bringing the total amount of direct federal and state aid provided to local public health for contact tracing since April 2021 to $20.6 million. These funds are part of the state’s eff orts to build and strengthen local public health by providing additional funding, training and technical support to respond to COVID-19. “All of these funds will assist and support two groups that have been on the frontlines of the COVID-19 response – our school health workforce and our local health departments,” said Acting Public Health Commissioner Margret Cooke. “We are grateful for all of their eff orts to address the critical health and safety needs of Massachusetts residents throughout these challenging months, and the Administration is committed to being an active partner as we transition into the next phase of the pandemic.” Like us on Facebook advocate newspaper Facebook.com/Advocate.news.ma ed, but it just goes to show you that if you keep fi ghting for what is right, sometimes you get your way,” said Zambuto. 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THE REVERE ADVOCATE – FRIDAY, DECEMBER 10, 2021 Page 3 Senate Candidate Lydia Edwards seeks to end Local Police Collaboration with Federal Joint Terrorism Task Force By James Mitchell I n a wide-sweeping public safety question and answer dialogue with the ACLU while running for re-election for Boston City Councillor in 2019, current Senate candidate Lydia Edwards has stated her position against local police cooperation and involvement with the Federal Joint Terrorism Task Force. Edwards is a candidate for state senate in the Revere, Winthrop, Cambridge, and Boston district. The Joint Terrorism Task Force is primarily responsible for investigating potential terrorist related threats and activities like 9/11. Members of the Task Force, our country’s front line of defense against both domestic and international terrorism, also seek coordination with local police departments to prevent violence and death. When asked if she “supports eff orts to end BPD collaboration with the Joint Terrorism Task Force, as the City of San Francisco has done,” Edwards answered, “Yes.” Revere Police Chief David Callahan disagrees with Edwards Fire officials offer sage advice during holiday season By Christopher Roberson F ire offi cials are once again reminding residents to be mindful of fire safety during the holidays, particularly with Christmas trees. “Place your tree carefully so it doesn’t block any exits you might need in an emergency,” said State Fire Marshal Peter Ostroskey. “Although there are not a lot of Christmas tree fi res, they are very serious when they do happen. The best way to prevent a Christmas tree fi re is to water it well every day.” It is almost impossible to stop a tree fi re as it only takes eight seconds for the fl ames to reach the ceiling. Less than 20 seconds later, a flashover would occur, igniting everything else in the room. According to John Machnicki, a fi re safety professional at Travelers Insurance, the heat from a burning Christmas tree can be the equivalent of “40,000 100watt light bulbs.” “Christmas trees are powerful fuel sources, especially when dry,” he said. “The tree becomes a fuel that burns very rapidly and gives off a lot of heat energy.” In addition, Ostroskey said that when buying a tree, needles should not fall off when pulling your hand along the branches. If that happens, the tree is too dry. Placement is also a key factor. Ostroskey said the tree should not block doors or windows that would be used to escape a fi re. “Santa may be able to escape up the chimney, but you’ll need two clear pathways out of each room,” said Ostroskey. The tree should also be three feet away from heating vents, fi replaces or other heat sources. According to the U.S. Fire Administration, 25 percent of Christmas tree fi res are caused by putting a tree too close to a heat source. A Christmas tree will “act like a blowtorch in your living room” once it catches fi re. According to Cavallo & Signoriello Insurance, real Christmas trees are three times more likely to catch fi re than an artifi cial tree. Therefore, real trees should be kept no longer than four weeks. When decorating the tree, it is recommended to use newer LED lights. The lights should be off when no one is home and before going to bed at night. When decorating outside, consumers should use lights that are specifi cally for outdoor use. Fire offi cials also suggest using a ground-fault circuit interrupter, which can be installed by an electrician or purchased for portable use. 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Page 4 THE REVERE ADVOCATE – FRIDAY, DECEMBER 10, 2021 Legislature passes ARPA, FY21 surplus spending bill O n Friday, December 3, the Massachusetts Legislature advanced a $4 billion bill to the governor’s desk that directs federal American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) and Fiscal Year 2021 (FY21) surplus funding to assist the Commonwealth’s ongoing economic recovery from the COVID-19 pandemic.    Attorneys at Law                   14 Norwood St., Everett, MA 02149 Phone: (617) 387-4900 Fax: (617) 381-1755  John Mackey, Esq. * Katherine M. Brown, Esq. Patricia Ridge, Esq. “I could not be more thankful for what has been awarded to the Sixteenth Suff olk District. Firstly, I want to thank the Honorable Speaker Mariano as well as the Ways and Means Chairman, Aaron Michlewitz, for their hard work and commitment for the much-needed funding for our district and neighboring communities,” said State Representative Jessica Giannino. “I also want to thank my partners in the 16th Suff olk, Rep. Wong and Senator Crighton of Saugus, Rep. Ryan and Senator DiDomenico of Chelsea and Rep. Turco of Revere for all their hard work and dedication throughout the entire ARPA process. This funding is a necessity in assisting the Sixteenth Suff olk District’s rehabilitation from the impacts of the COVID-19 Pandemic and truly was a collaborative eff ort.” 425r Broadway Saugus, MA 01906 781-231-1111 Located adjacent to Kohls Plaza Rt. 1 South in Saugus at the intersection of Walnut St. We are a skating rink with bowling alleys, arcade and Two TV’s where the ball games are always on. PUBLIC SKATING SCHEDULE 12-8 p.m. $8.50 Private Parties 7:30-11 p.m. Adult Night 18+ Only Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday Private Parties Private Parties 4-11 p.m. $8.50 Everyone must pay admission after 6 p.m. 12-11 p.m. $8.50 Everyone must pay admission after 6 p.m. Sorry No Checks Inline Skate Rentals $3.00 additional Roller skate rentals included in all prices BIRTHDAY & PRIVATE PARTIES AVAILABLE www.roller-world.com School Vacation Weeks 12-8 p.m. $10.00 Sunday Monday Tuesday Green Creek • $50,000 for repairs for the Town Line brook fl oodgate between the cities of Malden and Revere • $350,000 for resiliency improvements in the Riverfront district of Revere in accordance with the Riverfront Master Plan Saugus • $100,000 for increased pedestrian lighting on public ways • $20,000 for a new commercial stove and oven for the American Legion Post 210 JESSICA GIANNINO State Representative The awarded funding is as follows: Revere • $50,000 for the dredging and rehabilitation of Sales Creek and Chelsea • $50,000 for La Colaborativa, Inc. • $50,000 for ROCA, Inc. • $50,000 for Community Action Programs Inter-City, Inc. (CAPIC) • $50,000 for GreenRoots, Inc. • $50,000 for The Neighborhood Developers (TND)

THE REVERE ADVOCATE – FRIDAY, DECEMBER 10, 2021 Page 5 ~ POLITICAL ENDORSEMENT ~ Anthony D’Ambrosio endorsed by East Boston hero and Hanna Award recipient, Sergeant Norberto Perez WINTHROP – Anthony D’Ambrosio, Candidate for State Senate, has received the endorsement of retired Sergeant Norberto Perez, recipient of the Hanna Medal of Honor for his courageous bravery. Many in East Boston will remember Sgt. Perez for his heroics in saving the lives of 2 Boston Police Offi - cers in 2017. “I normally do not get involved in politics, especially endorsing, but Anthony D’Ambrosio stands out as someone who can deliver the change he promises,” said Sgt. Perez. “Insider politicians continue to fail the people of Massachusetts and we need real change now. Anthony is unbeholden to anyone but the voters of the 1st Suff olk and Middlesex district and I am proud to support his campaign.” “Sgt. Perez is a hero who put his life on the line every day to protect the residents of East Boston,” said D’Ambrosio. “I am humbled to receive his support and will work day and night to make him and every other supporter of our campaign proud for the faith in me.” About Anthony: Anthony D’Ambrosio is a graduate of Yale and Cambridge Universities. He is currently a member of the Revere School Committee where he led the creation of a districtwide Equity Advisory Board; led the implementation of a districtwide mental health audit with enhanced services for students; and fought for union and labor rights. He has managed a 3,500-person nonprofi t organization that provided community-based services ranging from early childhood education to homelessness relief; taught public school classes on disability and mental health issues related to social media and academic performance. Professionally, he has advised on the technology sector and growth strategies for some of the world’s most innovative technology companies. GREATER BOSTON LEAGUE NOTEBOOK: Local football teams like Everett, Malden and Revere will have lots of new faces next season Winter seasons open next week; Everett and Lynn English still looking like Boys Basketball teams to beat That's right, between the players and cheerleaders; nearly 50 Tide student-athletes were honored on Senior Day this year. Malden and Revere also had increased numbers of 12th-graders on their squads this year.Malden fi rst-year head coach Witche Exilhomme had 17 seniors on his rosBy Steve Freker T urnover due to graduation is a predictable rite of passage for all high school teams, year-in and year-out, Due to several senior-laden football squads in the Greater Boston League this past season, expect to see a lot of new faces when the 2022 fall season rolls around. Everett High, Malden High and Revere High all featured the senior year players that each of these schools have rostered in a number of years. Suffice it to say that "Senior Nights" this fall were a major excursion for Athletic Directors to plan and execute. Second-year Head coach Rob DiLoreto must have gotten a sore arm waving goodbye to all of his senior players on Thanksgiving Day after the Crimson Tide smacked visiting St. John's of Shrewsbury. Do you think any other high school team in Massachusetts had THIRTY!! (30) seniors on its team this past fall? Everett did! ter at one point this season. Revere football boss Lou Ciccatelli had just about the same, nearly 20 seniors, For all three of these Greater Boston League (GBL) rivals, many, if not most of these seniors played SEASON | SEE Page 10 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

Page 6 THE REVERE ADVOCATE – FRIDAY, DECEMBER 10, 2021 Councillor continues to ask for more input on high school building project By Adam Swift A s the selection process for a new Revere High School site narrows to two locations, some City Councillors are still calling for more public input and greater transparency for the process. During last Monday night’s City Council meeting, Councillor-at-Large George Rotondo introduced the latest in a series of motions requesting that Mayor Brian Arrigo request the Revere High School Committee Building Project team to provide an update on their scope of work from the enactment of this group until present day. In addition, Rotondo asked that Superintendent of Schools Dr. Dianne Kelly provide the student population growth per year from 2010 to present. “This is not about the school building group, this is about participation of the people,” said Rotondo. “We have a $300 million project that is coming before us, and we have a very minimal amount of participation from the public. When I review the YouTube videos that are presented on the website, and you look at the participation numbers there, it’s less than 1,000 people over at least four months; that’s a very, very small amount.” As for the student population numbers, Rotondo said he hopes the city will build a school of the future that will take into account the increased growth within Revere. Ward 4 Councillor Patrick Keefe, who sits on the school building committee alongside Councillor-at-Large Gerry Visconti, said he agrees with Rotondo’s desire for increased participation in the process. Keefe said current plans are for the building committee to be in front of the City Council on Jan. 10. “The project chair wants to present in front of the School Committee and then subsequently…in front of the City Council, and then to host a public forum that week as well,” said Keefe, adding that the building committee has heard that there is a desire to solicit more public input GEORGE ROTONDO Councillor-at-Large COUNCILLOR | SEE Page 7 RevereTV Spotlight ’T is the season at RevereTV for all of your holiday community event coverage! Revere kicked off the holiday celebrations last weekend starting with the Menorah Lighting during Hanukkah on Thursday. This was on the lawn of City Hall at 4 p.m, just about when it got dark. The menorah still stands, but if you missed the event, you can fi nd the RTV coverage playing all week on the Community Channel or posted to YouTube. The weekend continued with the Priscilla Nickerson Memorial Santa Walk. People were encouraged to register for the event to participate and donate to The Santa Walk Fund. At the end of the event as participants traveled down Broadway, they were met with the Mayor’s offi cial tree lighting ceremony. Residents watched as Mayor Brian Arrigo lit up City Hall with holiday lights. There were food trucks, cookie decorating and vendors, and even Santa made a special appearance. RevereTV was there for the event, and you can watch it on the Community Channel or on social media. The RevereTV staff was excited to be back at the Annual Robert A. Marra Memorial Sounds of Christmas Concert at St. Anthony’s Church. This concert is a charity event, and attendees brought food donations. The North Shore Philharmonic Orchestra performed holiday favorites, and this streamed live on all RevereTV outlets. If you missed the concert, it is replaying now on RevereTV’s Community Channel. This is channel 8 and 1072 for Comcast subscribers and 3 and 614 for RCN subscribers. For the month of December, past recordings of the Sounds of Christmas Concert will be playing every day at noon. These special concert events will culminate in a marathon of the Robert A. Marra Memorial Sounds of Christmas Concert on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day. Plan to tune in to RevereTV to have the North Shore Philharmonic Orchestra playing your holiday music all day as you celebrate with friends and family. You can catch all local government meetings on RevereTV. There are still a few weeks left before their holiday recess, so tune in to RTV GOV if you want to watch meetings live as they happen or replaying throughout the proceeding weeks. RTV GOV is channel 9 on Comcast and channels 13 and 613 on RCN. All meetings stream live on YouTube and can be watched afterward any time.                                        

THE REVERE ADVOCATE – FRIDAY, DECEMBER 10, 2021 Page 7 Majority of City Council signs onto letter supporting WIN Waste opinion from MassDEP By Adam Swift W ith one exception, the City Council, last Monday night, signed onto a letter presented by Councillors Jessica Ann Giannino and Richard Serino supporting a recent legal analysis against permitting a vertical expansion at the WIN Waste Innovations ash landfi ll in Saugus. City Council President Anthony Zambuto was the lone dissenting voice on signing onto the letter. The motion from Giannino and Serino is tied to a letter that state Department of Environmental Protection (MassDEP) Commissioner Martin Suuberg recently sent to state Representative Jeff rey Turco concerning expansion of the WIN Waste facility, which was formerly known as Wheelabrator. “There was a meeting with Suuberg weeks ago, and the result of that meeting was that Representative Turco said, ‘I want something in writing that says this is what this call summarizes and these are our fi ndings and beliefs,’” said Giannino. “Because Representative Turco asked, we got a letter from Suuberg addressed to him, stating his fi ndings, and there were some big takeaways from that.” Among the takeaways, said Giannino, is that because the landfi ll is located in marshland that is an Area of Critical Environmental Concern (ACEC) MassCOUNCILLOR | FROM Page 6 from the community. The site itself has been honed down to two locations, Keefe said – the current high school site and the Wonderland site. He said the plan on the table for the high school site would not include the taking of any nearby properties by eminent domain, as had been a previous possibility. “This is my issue; the entire process – the people didn’t have a say in it – it was just a select group,” said Rotondo. Keefe countered that the public has had a say through numerous public building committee meetings. “The problem is the process is being confi ned to a particular time frame, a particular use of medium, and that’s an issue,” said Rotondo. During previous school building projects, Rotondo said, the principals involved were in front of the City Council on a regular basis and provided it with regDEP will not allow any farther expansion. “What they are doing right now – think of it like a W – there are peaks and there are valleys; they are just fi lling all the valleys because they are allowed to,” said Giannino. “Eventually, when this maxes out, there is nothing left to fi ll, and they can only go higher. This letter from Suuberg said they basically agree that they should not be allowed to put anymore in once they max out at what they have.” Giannino, who is also a State Representative, said she and Turco will be submitting a letter in support of Suuberg’s recent statement to the City Council, as well as to the state Department of Conservation & Recreation (DCR). “Alongside the legal issues of expansion, there are numerous environmental and health issues as well,” the letter from Giannino and Serino states. “Wheelabrator’s ash landfi ll is located within a one-mile radius of Environmental Justice communities in Saugus, and its impacts extend well beyond Saugus to neighboring Environmental Justice communities in Revere and Lynn. For decades, these communities have been burdened by pollution and nitrogen oxides being emitted by Wheelabrator.” Zambuto said some people see the letter diff erently than the assessment given by Giannino ular minutes of their meetings. “We are the ones who are going to sign off on this – and they are choosing where this goes without at least giving us a weekly update,” said Rotondo. Keefe disagreed and said anyone can participate fairly easily in the meetings. “These are held on Zoom, so you can participate in your pajamas, on your couch; it couldn’t be easier,” said Keefe. “If the councillors – if Councillor Rotondo wants to join, you can join; you’ve chosen not to.” Rotondo said he has watched all the meetings and that when he has tried to participate during the meetings he has found the public input process diffi cult and off -putting. City Council President Anthony Zambuto noted that the City Council is not currently getting weekly minutes from the building committee, as it has gotten in the past during other school projects. Keefe said he will ask the building committee to begin to send the minutes to the council. and Serino. “All it did, in my opinion, is state the obvious: that it is in an ACEC area, and that would be a major hurdle to expand the ash landfi ll,” said Zambuto. “So the bottom line is that nothing has changed but that you can interpret it anyway you want, so I interpret it as status quo.” SNOW BLOWER SALES, SERVICE & REPAIRS Pickup/Delivery Available 1039 BROADWAY, REVERE 781-289-6466 781-289-6466 WWW.BIKERSOUTFITTER.COM WWW.BIKERSOUTFITTER.COM Clinics Vaccination

Page 8 THE REVERE ADVOCATE – FRIDAY, DECEMBER 10, 2021 History Museum unveils painting of Revere Beach amusements by artist Tom Mara A painting by Tom Mara of Worcester of Revere Beach in the 1960’s was brought back to life and now hangs proudly in the Revere History Museum on Beach Street. Mara’s family and close friends were on hand at the museum for the offi cial unveiling. The painting had been placed in storage for many years and needed a little touch-up by Rhea Heaven of the Revere Public Library. The painting is located on the second fl oor and is complimented with a picture of Tom Mara. 8 Norwood St. Everett (617) 387-9810 HOURS: Open Daily at 4:00 PM Don’t Forget to Book your Holiday Party Early! Order your Holiday Party Platters Now! Join us begining at 4 PM for our NEW YEAR’S EVE CELEBRATION featuring Everett’s own... NEW MIKE MATARAZZO ~ www.eight10barandgrille.com ~ Beverly Mara is shown with her family and friends at the unveiling of her husband’s painting of Revere Beach. Also in the photo are Revere Public Library Cataloguer Rhea Heaven, Ward 2 Councillor Ira Novoselsky and Revere Society for Cultural and Historic Preservation President Bob Upton. City Council taps Amesbury mayoral aide as new Election Commissioner By Adam Swift P aul Fahey, the chief of staff to Amesbury Mayor Kassandra Gove, was recently chosen as Revere’s new Election Commissioner. The City Council approved Mayor Brian Arrigo’s pick to replace retiring Election Commissioner Diane Colella at its Monday night meeting. “Paul has several decades of experience as an executive in both state and local governments, most recently serving as the Chief of Staff for the city of Amesbury,” Arrigo stated in a letter to the council. “A graduate of the Harvard Kennedy School, his expertise in municipal operations also enabled him to operate a consulting fi rm that supported government agencies. His proven track record of government compliance and innovation will serve him well as we tighten our election protocols and work to expand voting access.” Prior to serving as the chief of staff in Amesbury, Fahey was the chief of staff and chief operating offi cer in the Mayor’s Offi ce in Methuen. As the president and principal consultant of Fahey Consulting Group from 2013-2017, Fahey provided administrative, fiscal, legislative and policy support to government agencies, consulting fi rms, and nonprofi t and trade associations. Fahey also worked in the State House, managing the staff of the Senate Chair for the Joint Committee on Public Safety from 1999-2001 and as an administrative assistant to the House Committee on Ways and Means from 1995-1999. Ward 6 Councillor Richard Serino was unable to attend the Dec. 6 appointments subcommittee meeting, but previously spoke in favor of Fahey’s appointment. “Not many of you may know of Mr. Fahey or know Mr. Fahey,” said Serino. “I’ve known Paul working through state government, and he’s an utmost professional and a very intelligent man. I think he will make a phenomenal election commissioner, and I would ask my colleagues that when you consider him on the 6th that you support his appointment.” During last Monday night’s subcommittee meeting, Fahey said he is looking forward to serving in Revere. “I want to make sure that elections are being run properly, that the election system is being maintained and respected for anyone who votes or wants to vote and is eligible to do so, and I sort of see everything fl owing from that,” Fahey said. Councillor-at-Large Jessica Ann Giannino said that some of the councillors were nervous about the city fi nding a qualifi ed new elections commissioner, and said it was a relief to see someone come aboard with such an impressive resume and who was highly recommended. Monday night’s appointments subcommittee meeting was the last one to be chaired by retiring Ward 3 Councillor Arthur Guinasso. “I want to congratulate you and on behalf of the rest of the council, and I know they feel the same way, congratulate you on the wonderful job you have done for the many years as the appointments chair,” said Ward 2 Councillor Ira Novoselsky.

THE REVERE ADVOCATE – FRIDAY, DECEMBER 10, 2021 Page 9 Santa Walk honors memory of Priscilla Nickerson Ward 1 Councillor Joanne McKenna with Ricci and Loretta LaCentra, and State Rep. Jessica Giannino at the Priscilla Nickerson Santa Walk. OUR DOORS ARE OPEN Santa greets Ward 1 City Councillor Joanne McKenna (left) and State Rep. Jessica Giannino at the annual Santa Walk. (Courtesy photos) Saugus River Watershed Council Annual Meeting & Dinner; keynote presentation: The past and future of Rumney Marsh and the Saugus River Watershed Wed., Dec. 15, 7:00-9:00 p.m. at The Marina at the Wharf M embers of the public are invited to join the Saugus River Watershed Council (SRWC) on Wednesday, December 15, at The Marina at the Wharf from 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. for the Council’s annual meeting and dinner featuring a keynote presentation on Rumney Marsh. The Council will also present River Stewardship Awards, highlight 2021 accomplishments and elect 2022 board members. Admission to the annual meeting of $30 per person includes the keynote presentation plus a delicious dinner buffet. The menu will include rigatoni served in a pomodoro sauce or a white wine sauce, chicken parmigiana or chicken piccata, baked haddock, seasonal vegetable medley, roasted potatoes, dinner rolls, salad and homemade pastries. A cash bar will be available. This event is handicap accessible and open to the public. Online registration and payment information is available under the events section at https://www. saugusriver.org/event-detailsregistration/annual-meetingand-fundraiser – preregistration requested. This year’s Steward Awards will be presented to Jessica Giannino and Altar’d State. SRWC President Debra Panetta stated, “Representative Giannino continues to be an environmental champion for Saugus and Revere, and I am delighted that Jessica will be receiving this award.” SRWC Executive Director Mary Lester is very excited for this award to be presented to Altar’d State – they have been such an MEETING | SEE Page 15 The PETER A. ROSSETTI INSURANCE AGENCY would like to thank our customers for their patience and loyalty during these challenging times.                will continue to practice social distancing and requiring masks.                             436 Lincoln Ave, Saugus * (781) 233-1855 * www.rossettiinsurance.com A BUSINESS CHECKING ACCOUNT THAT CHECKS ALL THE BOXES.                TALK TO US TODAY ABOUT OUR DIFFERENT BUSINESS CHECKING ACCOUNTS. WE’LL HELP YOU FIND THE RIGHT OPTION.     L              Visit our website to learn more at: EVERETTBANK . COM Member FDIC Member DIF RIGHT BY YOU

Page 10 THE REVERE ADVOCATE – FRIDAY, DECEMBER 10, 2021 D’Ambrosio GOTV Breakfast rallies the district to Get Out and Vote on Tuesday, December 14 By Tara Vocino T he D’Ambrosio for State Senate campaign rallied the First Suffolk and Middlesex District to get out and vote during the Get Out the Vote (GOTV) Breakfast at Casa Lucia Function Facility on Saturday morning. A Special Election will be held this Tuesday, Dec. 14, for the State Senate seat formerly held by Joseph Boncore. City offi cials, pictured from left to right – State Rep./Councillor-at-Large Jessica Giannino, Mayor Brian Arrigo, State Senate candidate/School Committee Member Anthony D’Ambrosio, Councillor-at-Large George Rotondo, Bella Rotondo, City Council President/Councillor-at-Large Anthony Zambuto – with resident Kimberly Fall (far right). Pictured from left to right: supporters Juan Carlos Aguilar, candidate D’Ambrosio and Lilian Wendy Vega, holding a Dec. 14 special election sign. Shown from left to right: State Rep./Councillor-at-Large Jessica Giannino, Mayor Brian Arrigo, Senate candidate/School Committee Member Anthony D’Ambrosio, residents Karen and Emilio Fusco, D’Ambrosio’s father, Gerry, and resident Kimberly Fall asked people to get out and vote during Saturday’s Get Out the Vote (GOTV) Breakfast at Casa Lucia Function Facility. Standing from left to right are residents Mauro Mini and Dawn Clark and candidate D’Ambrosio with his parents, Michelle and Gerry. (Advocate photos by Tara Vocino) SEASON | FROM Page 5 key roles on both sides of the ball. Seven Malden starters on defense were seniors on Thanksgiving in the Tornados' win over Medford. For Revere, a dozen seniors were starters in the win over Winthrop on Turkey Day and Everett had a reported 20 of its 22 starting off ensive and defensive starting spots fi lled by seniors. What all this means is that a lot of coaches have a lot of work to do getting players ready to fi ll those spots next fall, starting with preseason camp in August. Looks like there will be a lot more "good" numbers up for grabs next fall when its Picture Day and everyone throws on the game "uni's" for the fi rst time! State Senate candidate/School Committee Member Anthony D’Ambrosio and his supporters, pictured from left to right: Northeast Tech Vocational School Committee Member Anthony Caggiano, Jane Rizzo and Steve Capano. **** Everett High and Lynn English still teams to beat in Boys Basketball Some things change like the wind, others never seem to change at all. Season Two of the COVID-19 pandemic will feature some more "normalcy" than usual, if that even exists anymore. Players, coaches and offi cials will still need to wear masks, but fans will be allowed into the game for the fi rst time in a year and a half when the Winter Season kicks off next week. Full winter slates begin with Malden hosting Medford on Tuesday, December 14 and Everett hosting Chelsea the same night, both games are 6:00 p.m. starts. This will be the fi rst full season with the two Lynn teams (Classical and English) in the GBL and as usual the "teams to beat" are Everett High and Lynn English. More on all this coming next week after a week of games under the belt!

THE REVERE ADVOCATE – FRIDAY, DECEMBER 10, 2021 Page 11 Up to $20,000 available for your healthy ideas Y ou got ideas, and we’re funding them: A minigrant program hosted by the Revere CARES coalition is now accepting applications until January 21 for innovative ideas that promote a healthier community for all. Since its creation in 2012, the minigrant program has provided over $160,000 to fund 94 ideas that make Revere a healthy environment to live, work and play. The mini-grant program is a collaboration between the MGH Revere CARES coalition and Revere on the Move. This year, $20,000 is available for individuals, organizations or groups interested in receiving funds to promote healthy eating and active living, prevent substance use disorders, improve mental well-being and engage young people in positive activities. This year the coalition will also consider proposals for activities that promote connections among residents. This can include community-building events in neighborhoods or wards. Mini-grants of up to $600 to build relationships among neighbors may be applied for. “Our ultimate goal for these mini-grants is to put money in the hands of our community members to do things we may not have thought of or been able to do. Community problems require community solutions. The community knows best how to improve the health of the city, and what would work or not work,” said Revere CARES Director Sylvia Chiang. Examples of previously funded projects include the following: Seacoast High School: awarded $1,000 to expand an aquaponics lab for their Botany and Urban Growers class. The expansion coincided with their existing community garden, herb garden, and hydroponics lab, providing students with a comprehensive urban farming tool-kit (system and environmental change). Half Day Hoops Program: awarded $1,605 to the Revere Police Department to offer free mini-basketball clinics for middle and high school students. These mini-clinics will increase physical activity among youths and will help address substance abuse issues (active living, prevention and positive youth engagement). Sidewalk Butlers for Cigarette Butts: awarded $852 to the Revere Community Committee (through The Neighborhood Developers) to install five cigarette butlers in the Shirley Avenue business district. This environmental strategy is meant to promote cleanliness and increase mental health due to an environmental change in the Shirley Avenue neighborhood (environmental change). Improbable Players: awarded $1,615 to the Rumney Marsh Academy for a performance from Improbable Players. The show, which was presented by young actors who are in longterm recovery, incorporates dramatic performances and theatre workshops that help people recognize situations in their own lives and seek the help they need (prevention activity encouraging positive decisions among youths). Girls Empowerment Club: awarded $770 to Kamilla Calle and Rebecca Villatoro, students at Revere High School, to create a Girls Empowerment Club to help empower and build relationships among elementary and middle school girls (positive youth engagement led by a young person). “It’s important that mini-grant ideas outlast the funding. They should be sustainable with a lasting impact for years to come. Policy, systems and environmental changes are ways of modifying the structure of where we live to make the healthy choice the easy choice. By changing laws and shaping physical landscapes, a big impact can be made with little time and resources,” said Revere Director of Community Health and Engagement/ Revere on the Move Co-Leader Dimple Rana. While you are brainstorming for ideas, consider ones that will have permanent benefi t for the community. These include the following: changes to existing policies (e.g., requiring fruit options at school events); environmental changes (e.g., aquaponics lab and urban trails); and systems changes (e.g., starting a bicycle club and exercise hour). To ensure a smooth application process for applicants, free technical assistance is available to all who wish to apply. “We want to help the community’s ideas be as strong as possible and to make implementing them as successful as we can. If someone has an idea that they aren’t sure quite fi ts or needs assistance with the application, they can call or email us and we can provide guidance. The goal is to make these great ideas work,” said Revere CARES Program and Communications Manager Viviana Cataсo. Revere CARES will be hosting a virtual meeting on December 14 at 6:00 p.m. to provide an overview of the mini-grant program and answer questions. To sign up to participate, visit https://bit.ly/SignUpforRevereMiniGrantOverview. For more details and to complete the online application by January 21, 2022, visit https://bit.ly/RevereCARESMiniGrants2022. For assistance contact Viviana Cataсo at vcatano-merino@partners.org About the MGH Revere CARES Coalition The mission of the Revere CARES coalition is to strengthen the health of Revere by addressing priorities established by community members: utilizing an environmental approach; advocating for evidence-based, culturally competent strategies, programs and services; increasing connectedness among individuals and organizations and supporting and empowering local youths. 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Page 12 THE REVERE ADVOCATE – FRIDAY, DECEMBER 10, 2021 City Hall Menorah Lighting celebrates light over darkness Jewish War Veterans, Post 161, PDC Joseph Cole lit a candle on the menorah. By Tara Vocino T he Hanukkah Menorah was lit last Thursday night outside of Revere City Hall to celebrate light over darkness. The Festival of Lights began Sunday, Nov. 28 and ended Monday, Dec. 6. The Jewish festival commemorates the recovery of Jerusalem and rededication of the Second Temple at the beginning of the Maccabean revolt against the Seleucid Empire in the 2nd century B.C. The Hanukkah menorah is lit. Ward 2 Councillor Ira Novoselsky wore a “Deck the halls with Matzo balls” sweater. Pictured from left to right: Rabbi Sruli Baron, Mayor Brian Arrigo, State Rep./Councillor-at-Large Jessica Giannino, School Committee Member Michael Ferrante, Senate candidate/School Committee Member Anthony D’Ambrosio, Ward 2 Councillor Ira Novoselsky, resident Cynthia Steg, City Council President Anthony Zambuto, Jack Satter House Rabbi Lior Nevo (in back), Northeast Metro Tech School Committee Member Anthony Caggiano, resident Jay Rosenzwaig (in front) and School Committee Member-elect John Kingston. (Advocate photos by Tara Vocino) Mayor Brian Arrigo said the holidays are always a joyous time of year. Rabbi Sruli Baron (second from left) led a Hallel (a Hebrew prayer) as City Council President Anthony Zambuto and State Rep. Jessica Giannino looked on. Residents Bruce and Jayna Singer attended the Hebrew holiday tradition. Event co-organizers: Ward 2 Councillor Ira Novoselsky, who is the Jewish War Veterans, Post 161, Past National Commander, and Everett Congregation Tifereth Israel Rabbi Sruli Baron, who is also the director of Tobin Bridge Chabad, during last Thursday night’s Hanukkah menorah lighting outside of City Hall. Jack Satter House/Hebrew SeniorLife Rabbi Lior Nevo said Hanukkah is the holiday of light. Rabbi Sruli Baron explained that Hanukkah represents bringing light into darkness. State Rep./Councillor-at-Large Jessica Giannino wished everyone a happy Hanukkah.

THE REVERE ADVOCATE – FRIDAY, DECEMBER 10, 2021 Page 13 Revere gets into the Holiday Spirit with Christmas Tree Lighting and a visit from Santa Mayor Brian Arrigo offi cially welcomed Santa to Revere for his annual visit to City Hall during this year’s tree lighting last Saturday night. M Santa brings lots of happy faces when he comes to town. Santa greeted the many happy children in attendance at City Hall. ayor Brian Arrigo arrived at Revere City Hall with Santa Claus last Saturday night to light up City Hall for the holidays. State and local elected offi cials joined Mayor Arrigo and Santa in performing this annual celebration. A large crowd at Revere City Hall was on hand for the Christmas Tree lighting last Saturday night. Mayor Brian Arrigo and his guests: State Representative Jessica Giannino, Ward 2 Councillor Ira Novoselsky, Candidate for Senate Lydia Edwards, Councillors Steve Morabito and Anthony Zambuto, Santa, School Committee Member Mike Ferrante, State Rep. Jeff ery Rosario Turco and Ward 4 Councillor Patrick Keefe. Christmas Carols were performed for the event at Revere City Hall. The entire block around City Hall was lit up for the Christmas season last Saturday. Santa came down Broadway to City Hall by fi re truck to light the Christmas lights.

Page 14 THE REVERE ADVOCATE – FRIDAY, DECEMBER 10, 2021 Why answering fun questions on social media is dangerous W hether you prefer Facebook, Twitter or Instagram, it’s fun to connect with new friends, reconnect with old friends and keep in touch on social media. In less eff ort than it takes to send a single email to a friend with a photo attachment, we can upload that same photo to Facebook in seconds for all your friends to see and share their comments and compliments. It is powerful technology used by nearly three billion people around the world. When you have that many people posting, commenting and messaging each other in one place, companies with products and services to sell are sure to follow. For these companies, “engagement” is everything. Engagement is what happens when you like, share or make a comment on a company’s social media post. Because most people have more than 100 friends/followers and like dozens of companies/brands, social media platforms use technology to send to your newsfeed only the posts with a lot of engagement. That’s why companies will do just about anything to make sure their fans and followers engage with their posts. One of the most popular ways to do that is to ask a fun, nostalgic question. These questions may include: • What was your fi rst car? • What color was your favorite freeze pop? • What was your first pet’s name? These questions seem harmless, and for most social media users, they are. Unfortunately, millions of criminals lurk on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram, looking for personal information they can use against you. Every time you answer a question on Facebook that asks for personal information, you put yourself at risk for identity theft or sophisticated scams. Here’s how identity theft can happen Do you regularly update the passwords for your online banking and credit card accounts with nonsensical combinations of numbers, letters and symbols? If not, that makes you like millions of other people who choose easy-to-remember passwords and stick with them for years. How many times have you used your wedding anniversary, child’s name, birthdate or pet’s name as a password? Probably more times than you’d like to admit. Identity thieves know this. When you answer a question on social media, you give them the hints they need to log in to your bank account and steal your money. It’s bad enough that these thieves can get into your account. Once they have access, they often change the password so you can’t access your own money or line of credit. We hope you never experience the sick feeling of a preventable fi nancial loss, so please stop sharing personal information on social media and change those passwords. Here’s how a social media scam can happen The more personal information you share on social media, the easier you make it for a potential thief to scam you on a platform where your defenses are already down. How many times has something someone shared made you laugh out loud, made you clench your fi sts with anger or made you tear up? Social media tugs at our emotions in powerful ways, and in just a few short clicks, scammers can fi nd some creative ways to manipulate you. Imagine a message with a subject line like “Our friend Stacey Smith needs your help” pops into the email account associated with your Facebook account (because you set your privacy settings to “public”). You don’t know the person who sent the email, but you open it anyway because you love Stacey. Hi (your name here), I’m sorry we’re meeting like this, but Stacey has mentioned you several times at our PTA meetings and all the fun you two had at Red Oak Elementary School when you were kids, so I had to reach out to you with some sad news. Stacey has a rare infection that will require a $100,000 surgical procedure that’s not covered by insurance. I know you no longer live here in Scamsville and that it’s been years since you’ve seen Stacey, but she still loves Tom Petty. In fact, “I Won’t Back Down” is her motto for beating this awful disease. Stacey is super private about this situation (it’s why she’s not posting about it on Facebook) and would probably kill me for doing this, but I’m asking anyone who knows her to help me off set her medical bills. Please send me a check to the PO Box below or Venmo me anything you can to help our friend. Tempting, isn’t it? Now imagine if Stacey herself asked you for money for the same surgery, only the person asking the question is a thief who logged into her Facebook account and is messaging you directly through the social media platform. It happens all the time and millions of trusting people lose billions of dollars every year. Answering random questions on social media puts a target on your back by providing thieves with the personal information they need to break into your online accounts or scam you into giving them money. Be smart, be selective and leave the personal information to in-person conversations that are even more satisfying than commenting, liking and sharing on social media. BBB Study: Online shopping scams flourish on social media during pandemic A shift toward online shopping during the COVID-19 pandemic, a global supply chain crisis, and a resurging economy have all created a recipe for a breakneck holiday shopping season – one where online shopping fraud poses a tremendous risk to consumers. Online purchase scams have skyrocketed during the pandemic, and social media ads play a key role in the mushrooming problem, a new Better Business Bureau® (BBB®) study fi nds. The in-depth investigative study – “Theft on a massive scale: Online shopping fraud and the role of social media” – fi nds the pandemic, along with lax social commerce shopping platforms, has opened the door for scammers in China to steal from desperate online shoppers. Online shopping fraud has been growing for several years, but according to BBB research, it dramatically increased during the pandemic as more people shopped online. A BBB survey found 29 percent of people shopped online before COVID-19, and this increased to 37 percent by the end of 2020. In turn, BBB Scam Tracker reports about online shopping scams nearly doubled from 2019 to 2020, and the BBB Institute for Marketplace Trust named online shopping scams as the riskiest scam of 2020, publishing special reports on this growing fraud in 2020 and 2021. Complaints to the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) about online purchases more than doubled in 2020 and continue to increase throughout 2021. Also, online shopping has more BBB “F”rated companies than any other type of business. Most online fraud reports examined involve a response to online ads on Facebook and Instagram. After placing an order, victims report receiving nothing or receiving items that were counterfeit or inferior from what the ads promised. Scammers often take product photos or a landing page from legitimate businesses, post them on Facebook and Instagram and take online orders at websites they create. This leads to complaints against legitimate businesses, as victims often do not realize they have lost their money to a scammer rather than the business the scammer was portraying. Counterfeit and pirated goods, the subject of a 2019 BBB investigative study, are rampant in online shopping scams. Other online fraud reports involve sites selling nonexistent pets, vehicle shipping schemes and deceptive free trial off ers. Many online shopping complaints registered at BBB and reported to BBB Scam Tracker can be traced back to Facebook and Instagram. BBB found it was common that people who were not actively looking for a product, but lost money in the transaction, began with Facebook or Instagram 70% of the time. Fraudsters understand how Facebook targets shoppers and have developed strategies to reach those likely to be interested in buying their bogus products. Many victims and legitimate businesses believe that Facebook and Instagram should do more to prevent this widespread fraud. A recent federal class action lawsuit against Facebook contends that it is complicit in fraudulent sales and fails to abide by its own policies in addressing them. A Missouri woman ordered a decanter and two cups via a Facebook ad, but only received one cup. When she contacted the company to complain about how the set was depicted in the ad versus what was received, she was told she had only ordered one cup. They refused to give her a refund, so she contacted BBB. While credit cards are still the most frequent payment method in online scams, online scammers increasingly are requesting payment through PayPal. Credit cards and PayPal off er a degree of buyer protection by allowing buyers to dispute charges, although scam victims have reported diffi culty getting refunds through PayPal. In addition, scammers employ a variety of tactics to circumvent the dispute process, including exorbitant shipping costs to return items for a refund, supplying bogus shipping tracking numbers and delaying the process in order to run out the clock for a dispute claim. Online purchase scams originate from a variety of actors. Counterfeit goods operations – and those who sell goods online that are not delivered or send items signifi cantly diff erent from what was described – have been tracked to businesses or organized gangs based in China. While China has blocked its people from using Facebook’s social media platform in China, reportedly, some businesses located in the country traffi c counterfeit goods and spend billions to advertise on the site. Reportedly, many pet scams are primarily operated by gangs from Cameroon; vehicle scams have been traced to gangs from Romania, and free trial off er scams have been found to be operated mostly by people in the United States and Canada. Law enforcement actions mostly have been limited to scammers and their accomplices operating in the United States and Canada. In 2020, U.S. customs agencies seized $1.3 billion in counterfeit goods, arresting 203 individuals and securing 98 convictions. BBB’s study makes the following consumer protection recommendations: • Facebook should do more to enforce its policies for third-party sellers. • Credit card payment processors should put more eff ort into combating those who provide merchant accounts to sellers who engage in fraud. • U.S. consumers would benefi t from a program to help counterfeit victims with chargebacks like one operated in Canada by the Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre (CAFC). Such a program might help identify crooked credit card merchant accounts, bogus websites, and points of origin for counterfeit goods. • More regulatory oversight is needed regarding companies that use websites to market products from China but deliver counterfeit goods, items not as advertised or nothing at all. Tips for avoiding online purchase scams: • Check out the website before making a purchase • Check BBB.org to check a business’s rating and BBB accreditation status. Some crooks might copy the BBB seal. If it is real, clicking on the seal will lead to the company’s BBB profi le. • Scamadviser.com can often tell you how long a website has been in operation. Scammers create and close websites regularly, so a site that has only been operONLINE | SEE Page 15

THE REVERE ADVOCATE – FRIDAY, DECEMBER 10, 2021 Page 15 Pats Basketball Captains Named Social Security Calculators That Can Help You Decide When to Claim Dear Savvy Senior, Can you recommend some good resources that can help my wife and me determine the best claiming ages for maximizing our Social Security retirement benefi ts? Just Turned 62 Dear 62, Deciding when to start collecting your Social Security benefi ts is one of the most complicated and consequential decisions in retirement. The diff erence between a good decision and a poor one could cost you and your wife tens of thousands of dollars over your retirement, so doing your due diligence now is a very smart move. Factors to Consider As you may already know, you can claim Social Security any time between the ages of 62 and 70, but each year you wait increases your benefi ts between 5 and 8 percent. However, there are other factors you need to take into account to help you make a good decision, like your health and family longevity, whether you plan to work in retirement, along with spousal and survivor benefi ts. To help you weigh your claiming strategies, you need to know that Social Security Administration claims specialists are not trained or authorized to give you personal advice on when you should start drawing your benefi ts. They can only provide you information on how the system works under diff erent circumstances. To get advice you’ll need to turn to other sources. Online Tools Your fi rst step in getting Social Security claiming strategy advice is to go to SSA.gov/ myaccount to get your personalized statement that estimates what your retirement benefi ts will be at ages 62 through 70. These estimates are based on your yearly earnings that are also listed on your report. Once you get your estimates for both you and your wife, there are a number online Social Security strategy calculators you can turn to that can compare your options so you can make an informed decision. The best one that’s completely free to use is Open Social Security (OpenSocialSecurity.com), which runs the math for each possible claiming age (or, if you’re married, each possible combination of claiming ages) and reports back, telling you which strategy is expected to provide the most total spendable dollars over your lifetime. But if you want a more thorough analysis consider feebased calculators like Maximize My Social Security (MaximizeMySocialSecurity.com) or Social Security Solutions (SocialSecuritySolutions.com). Both of these tools, which are particularly helpful to married couples as well as divorced or widowed persons, will run what-if scenarios based on your circumstances and show how diff erent fi ling strategies aff ect the total payout over the same time frame. Maximize My Social Security’s web-based service costs $40 per year for a household, while Social Security Solutions off ers several levels of web-based and personalized phone advice ranging from $20 to $250. In-Person Advice You may also be able to get help through a fi nancial planner. Look for someone who is a fee-only certified financial planner (CFP) that charges on an hourly basis and has experience in Social Security analysis. To fi nd someone, use the National Association of Personal Financial Advisors online directory at NAPFA.org, or try the Garrett Planning Network (GarrettPlanningNetwork.com), which is a network of fee-only advisers that charge between $150 and $300 per hour. 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. TEAM LEADERS: The RHS Patriots Basketball team has voted seniors Jack D’Ambrosio, James Clauto and Ihssan Mourouane as the team’s Tri-Captains for the 2021-2022 season. (Courtesy of Coach David Leary/Twitter) ONLINE | FROM Page 14 ating for a short time could raise red fl ags. • Do an internet search with the company name and the word “scam.” This might locate other complaints about the site. • Scrutinize reviews: Scammers frequently post positive reviews on their websites, either copied from honest sites or created by scammers. One trusted resource to check reviews is at BBB.org. Be aware: Some review websites claim to be independent but are funded by scammers. Look at the bad reviews fi rst. These are more likely to be real and can help identify scams. • Search for contact information: Use caution if the site does not have a U.S. or Canadian phone number, or it uses a Gmail or Yahoo business email address. MEETING | FROM Page 9 environmentally minded and local supporting retailer. This year’s event will also feature sale of holiday wreaths for $40 each. These handmade wreaths feature fresh woodland evergreens, pinecones • Keep a record of what you ordered: Make a note of the website where you ordered goods. Take a screenshot of the item ordered, in case the website disappears or you receive an item that diff ers from what was advertised. • Pay by credit card: Credit cards often provide more protection against fraud than other payment methods. • Report online shopping fraud to: Better Business Bureau – fi le a complaint at BBB.org or report a scam at BBB.org/scamtracker. Federal Trade Commission (FTC) – fi le a complaint at reportfraud. ftc.gov or call 877-FTC-Help. National Intellectual Property Rights Coordination Center – report intellectual property and counterfeiting violations to iprcenter. gov/referral/view. Internet Crime Complaint enter (IC3) – fi le a complaint at ic3.gov/complaint. Canaand other decorative elements. Order online today and pick them up at the annual meeting. We will also be having silent auctions, raffl es (including a kayak) and a 50/50. All proceeds will benefit the Council’s environmental education, SRWC scholarship and river resdian Anti-Fraud Centre – fi le a report at antifraudcentre-centreantifraude.ca or call 1-888-495-8501. • Facebook – report ads that violate Facebooks policies by clicking the *** next to an ad to go to facebook.com/business/help. • Instagram – report copyright infringement or other policy violations at help.instagram.com. • Amazon – report suspicious activities and webpages at amazon.com. • Google – report scams at google.com. • PayPal – call (888) 221-1161 to speak with a live person instead of using its automated system if you receive an item that is not as advertised. • Your credit card company – call the phone number on the back of the credit card to report the fraud and request your money back. toration programs. The Saugus River Watershed Council is a 501 (c) 3 nonprofi t organization founded in 1991 to protect and restore the natural resources of the Saugus River watershed. Contact: marylester@saugusriver.org, 781-2335048.

Page 16 THE REVERE ADVOCATE – FRIDAY, DECEMBER 10, 2021 Closing the wealth gap for Revere entrepreneurs Small business webinar series launching for Revere business community T he City of Revere’s Small Business Division within its Department of Planning & Community Development (DPCD) has partnered with the Center for Women & Enterprise (CWE) and JPMorgan Chase to host a small business webinar series to provide information and best practices for small business owners throughout the city. The webinar will continue the work of DPCD by focusing on economic recovery and providing more opportunities for businesses to grow. Through this program, small business owners can learn from business experts and consultants about how to manage their fi - nances and build and grow their social media presence, as well as how to enhance their customer base. The four-part online series can empower local entrepreneurs through knowledge sharing, networking and access to experts. This webinar series is open to all Revere small businesses, regardless of location, and simultaneous interpretation is available in Spanish to support the participation of native Spanish speakers. The webinar is free for all participants, ensuring accessibility for smaller, locally owned businesses. DPCD enhances the City’s economic environment by strengthening and revitalizing its neighborhoods through business growth and resident engagement. This webinar expands on the work of the City’s Broadway Rapid Recovery Plan, which outlines business recovery strategies to support small business owners who operate along Broadway, Revere’s central business district. “As JPMorgan Chase expands its presence locally, and with this growth comes collaborative opportunity,” said Mayor Brian Arrigo. “The City welcomes these types of public-private partnerships to bring unique expertise and ideas to residents through webinars, informational sessions, and more. These programs will be key to fostering economic recovery in the wake of COVID-19 – by building a solid foundation for our small-business community through collaborative events and webinars, our business leaders and residents are equipped with the tools they need to succeed. We hope local business owners fi nd this webinar useful and we are looking forward to continuing a partnership between the City of Revere, JPMorgan Chase, and the Center for Women & Enterprise.” The CWE was founded in 1995 as an economic empowerment organization whose mission is to help women business owners and aspiring female entrepreneurs launch and grow their business. Staff from CWE work individually with female entrepreneurs by providing greater access to the resources, tools and support they need to succeed. “The Center for Women & Enterprise is proud to partner with Mayor Brian Arrigo and JPMorgan Chase to deliver programs and resources that will help emPRIMARY | FROM Page 1 Health Educator from 2015 to 2018, managing a 3,500-person non-profi t organization. D’Ambrosio is also a fi nancial analyst in the technology sector, advising on the sector and growth strategies for technology companies across the world. “As a former Mayor of Revere and an At-Large City Councilor I know fi rst-hand how important it is to have colleagues in the legislature that will fight power women entrepreneurs to succeed fi nancially,” said CWE President/CEO Gaby King Morse. “And when women find economic empowerment, they are better positioned to support themselves, their families, their communities, and create a more equitable world for all.” According to Next Stop Revere – Revere’s recently completed master plan encompassing demographics, employment, education, housing and health in the city – nearly 10 percent of Revere households rely on self-employment income. As a Gateway City in the Commonwealth, Revere has a variety of housing, transtirelessly for their communities,” said former mayor and Councillor-elect Dan Rizzo in his endorsement. “Anthony D’Ambrosio is the clear choice in this race when it comes to knowing how to get things done and bring people together for the betterment of us all.” Edwards is a current Boston city councilor who previously worked with Greater Boston Legal Services. The controversial Edwards endorsements include Our Revoluportation and economic qualities, making it an ideal place for small businesses to launch and grow their ventures. “Mayor Brian Arrigo and Center for Women & Enterprise are committed to advancing financial empowerment for small businesses, particularly those led by people of color and women, by providing them with the tools and resources needed to grow and thrive,” said JPMorgan Chase Relationship Offi cer Susanne Cameron. “Revere is an ideal place to launch this technical assistance program and help accelerate inclusive economic growth in the region.” tion, a Socialist-thinking group backing the defunding of police, Senators Elizabeth Warren and Ed Markey, current Boston Mayor Michelle Wu, and Democratic gubernatorial candidate Sonia Chang-Diaz. This special election marks Election Commissioner Diane Colella’s last before retirement. Newly appointed Election Commissioner Paul Fahey, who was approved by the City Council this week, will be working alongside Colella for this election.

THE REVERE ADVOCATE – FRIDAY, DECEMBER 10, 2021 Page 17 1. On Dec. 10, 1830, poet Emily Dickinson was born in Amherst, Mass.; where did she attend college? 2. The fi rst-known written mention of “pigs in blankets” was in a Betty Crocker children’s cookbook in what year: 1921, 1945 or 1957? 3. How many ghosts are in “A Christmas Carol”? 4. In “computerese” what does SMTP stand for? 5. On Dec. 11, 1769, Venetian blinds were patented in what country: England, Italy or the United States? 6. In what United Kingdom language with many words describing snow would you find “skelf” (a large snowfl ake) and “spitters” (small drops of driving snow)? 7. On Dec. 12, 1917, in Nebraska, Father Edward Flanagan founded Boys Town for wayward boys; in what year did it start accepting girls: 1918, 1960 or 1978? 8. Do both male and female mosquitoes bite? 9. Omicron is the 15th letter of what alphabet? 10. How are ostriches, emus and kiwis similar? 11. December 13 is National Cocoa Day; in 1765 Answers chocolate manufacturing – using West Indian cocoa beans – in the American Colonies began in what Massachusetts city? 12. How are “Death Valley Days,” “General Electric Theater” and the 1959 Tournament of Roses parade similar? 13. What Christmas movie/song character “stink, stank, stunk”? 14. On Dec. 14, 1542, after her father died, Princess Mary Stuart became Queen of Scots at what age: one week, four years or 16 years? 15. How are “Becoming,” “Where the Light Enters” and “Spoken from the Heart” similar? 16. December 15 is Bill of Rights Day; how many constitutional amendments are in the Bill of Rights: fi ve, 10 or 27? 17. What two animals are used to hunt truffl es? 18. What color is in an Elvis Christmas song title? 19. What is the name of the mountain range that goes through Algeria, Morocco and Tunisia? 20. On Dec. 17, 1917, Sir Arthur Charles Clarke was born, who cowrote the screenplay for what 1968 sci-fi fi lm? State Senate candidate Lydia Edwards used improper mortgage to purchase Chelsea home; spent money on East Boston home renovations By James Mitchell A n Advocate Newspaper investigation has found that Boston City Councilor Lydia Edwards, a candidate for State Senate, utilized an improper, federal residential mortgage to purchase investment property in Chelsea, Massachusetts, in 2015. In the lead up to Edwards’s investment acquisition and over the course of her ownership of the multi-unit property, at least five tenants were evicted, the property’s rents increased by nearly 40%, and Edwards as landlord faced multiple municipal citations for blight and poor waste disposal on the property. The Advocate’s investigation, based on registry records, court records, Chelsea rent data, and campaign finance reports, reveals that Edwards’s tenure as a landlord did not always align with her public stances on housing and tenant matters. From mid-2016 to January of 2018, Edwards served as the First Deputy Director of Boston’s Offi ce of Housing Stability. She left the position to serve as the District 1 City Councilor on the Boston City Council, representing East Boston, Charlestown, and the North End. On the Council, she has advocated for tenant rights and more aff ordable rents. She has similarly made housing the centerpiece of her campaign for State Senate. Despite her public positioning, disclosures filed with the Offi ce of Campaign and Political Finance suggests that Edwards’ contributions from major Boston developers are far more extensive than she has publicly acknowledged. Among her significant contributors are Thomas O’Brien, and others from HYM, which controls the large Suffolk Downs development in Revere and East Boston. Edward P. Champy, III, a contractor with Waypoint Development, LLC, and Jacob Citrin, the Miamibased CEO of Cargo Ventures. Citrin and Turnbull develop commercial and industrial facilities that often compete with aff ordable housing providers over fi - nite land in East Boston, Chelsea, and surrounding cities. Use of Improper Federal Mortgage Records on fi le at the Suff olk County Registry of Deeds show that, on August 15, 2015, Edwards purchased a three-family dwelling at 63 Marlborough Street in Chelsea for $549,900. In connection with that purchase, Edwards, as the sole borrower, applied for and received a fedPictured above is 63 Marlborough St. multi-family in Chelsea purchased in 2015 for $549,900 by Lydia Edwards thanks to a FHA 203(k) Rehabilitation Loan which requires the applicant to take up residence. (Advocate staff photo) erally insured mortgage, known as an FHA 203(k) Rehabilitation Loan, in the amount of $555,364. According to HUD, an FHA 203(k) loan is only available to purchasers of 1 to 4 family homes who may use a portion of the loan to make immediate repairs. The program, which does not require high credit scores, also provides better interest rates to borrowers than conventional business loans that are normally used for investment properties. However, loans under the 203(k) program are not available to those looking to purchase property solely for investment purposes because of strict FHA guidelines requiring owner occupancy. According to the HUD guidelines, “FHA security instruments require a borrower to establish bona fide occupancy in a home as the borrower’s principal residence within 60 days of signing the security instrument, with continued occupancy for at least one year.” Such a requirement was included in the FHA 203(k) loan that Edwards signed in 2015. HUD makes clear that “under no circumstances may investors use the exceptions to circumvent FHA’s ban on loans to private investors and acquire rental properties through purportedly purchasing ‘principal residences.’” At the time of the Chelsea investment purchase, however, Edwards, who is also an attorney, lived at 186 London Street in East Boston, another multifamily property she purchased in 2008 also through an FHA 203(k) loan. Her voter enrollment certifi cate, fi led with her state nomination papers for the May 2016 special election to replace then resigning Senator Anthony Petruccelli, listed her address as 186 London Street in East Boston. The date of Edwards’s fi ling was less than one year from the date of her purchase of the Chelsea property, meaning that Edwards was not complying with the requirement of her FHA 203(k) loan that she principally live at the Chelsea property for at least one year. According to voting records, Edwards has voted from the East Boston address in every election since 2008. There is no evidence that Edwards has ever registered to vote in Chelsea after purchasing real estate there. Additional evidence establishes that Edwards never lived at the Chelsea property. Edwards never declared the Chelsea property a homestead nor did she apply for an owner-occupied tax exemption from the City of Chelsea, whereas she attained both for her East Boston property. Homesteads and residential real estate tax exemptions are common for properties that are principally owner occupied. Evictions, Rent Hikes, Fines & Profi t In addition to the allegedly improper mortgage, Edwards’s acquisition and ownership of the Chelsea investment property immediately followed the eviction of at least fi ve tenants. Soon after, proposed rent hikes of nearly 40% and multiple municipal citations for blight and poor waste disposal on the property. When the Chelsea property was publicly listed for sale on April 28th , 2015, prior to Edwards’s purchase, the MLS Listing sheet stated that there were existing tenants living in Units 1 and 2. Over the next two months, fi ve tenants were evicted from the property. Just sixteen days INVESTIGATION | SEE Page 20 1. Mount Holyoke Female Seminary, which became Mount Holyoke College 2. 1957 3. Four: Jacob Marley and the Ghosts of Christmas Past, Present and Yet to Come. 4. Simple Mail Transport Protocol 5. England 6. Scottish 7. 1978 8. Only the females do. 9. Greek 10. They are fl ightless birds. 11. Dorchester 12. Ronald Reagan acted as host for all of them. 13. Mr. Grinch 14. One week 15. They are books by First Ladies: Michelle Obama, Jill Biden and Laura Bush. 16. 10 17. Dogs and pigs 18. Blue – “Blue Christmas” 19. The Atlas mountains 20. “2001: A Space Odyssey”

Page 18 THE REVERE ADVOCATE – FRIDAY, DECEMBER 10, 2021 If you have any questions about this week’s report, e-mail us at bob@beaconhillrollcall.com or call us at (617) 720-1562. clever and never-boring, inimitable way. MASSterlist will be e-mailed GET A FREE SUBSCRIPTION TO MASSTERLIST - Join more than 22,000 people, from movers and shakers to political junkies and interested citizens, who start their weekday morning with MASSterList—the popular newsletter that chronicles news and informed analysis about what’s going on up on Beacon Hill, in Massachusetts politics, policy, media and infl uence. The stories are drawn from major news organizations as well as specialized publications selected by widely acclaimed and highly experienced writers Chris Van Buskirk and Keith Regan who introduce each article in their own to you FREE every Monday through Friday morning and will give you a leg up on what’s happening in the blood sport of Bay State politics. For more information and to get your free subscription, go to: www.massterlist.com/subscribe GOV. CHARLIE BAKER ANNOUNCES HE WILL NOT RUN FOR RE-ELECTION – Gov. Baker announced that he will not seek a third term as governor of Massachusetts in 2022 while Lt. Gov. Karyn Polito also said she will not seek the governorship. This leaves the race wide open. “This was an extremely diffi cult ~ LEGAL NOTICE ~ COMMONWEALTH OF MASSACHUSETTS THE TRIAL COURT PROBATE AND FAMILY COURT Essex Probate and Family Court 36 Federal Street Salem, MA 01970 (978) 744-1020 Docket No. ES21PA0252AD In the matter of: Cristian Alejandro Erazo To: William Neftali Erazo L.K.A. of Revere, MA. any unnamed or unknown parent and persons interested in a petition for the adoption of said child and to the Department of Children and Families and said Commonwealth, 280 Merrimac St., 2nd Fl., Lawrence, MA 01843 CITATION G.L. c. 210, § 6 A petition has been presented to said court by: Jonathan Ferney Velez of Lynn, MA Claudia Marcela Sanchez of Lynn, MA requesting for leave to adopt said child and that the name of the child be changed to: Cristian Alejandro Velez If you object to this adoption you are entitled to the appointment of an attorney if you are an indigent person.                           and SSI. The Court will determine if you are indigent. Contact           Court on or before the date listed below to obtain the necessary forms.          ATTORNEY MUST FILE A WRITTEN APPEARANCE IN SAID COURT AT: Salem         (10:00 AM) ON: 01/10/2022 WITNESS, Jennifer M R Ulwick, First Justice of this Court. Date: October 27, 2021 PAMELA CASEY O’BRIEN REGISTER OF PROBATE December 3, 2021 Decmber 10, 2021 December 17, 2021 decision for us,” said the pair in a joint statement. “We love the work and we especially respect and admire the people of this wonderful commonwealth. Serving as governor and lieutenant governor of Massachusetts has been the most challenging and fulfilling jobs we’ve ever had.” “We have a great deal of work to do to put the pandemic behind us, keep our kids in school and keep our communities and economy moving forward. That work cannot and should not be about politics and the next election. If we were to run, it would be a distraction that would potentially get in the way of many of the things we should be working on for everyone in Massachusetts. We want to focus on recovery, not on the grudge matches political campaigns can devolve into.” “Today is about the future. This next year needs to be about recovery, not about politics. We are grateful for the chance we have been given to serve the people of this great state and will give it our all between now and the end of 2022,” concluded the statement. Four candidates had already entered the race before Baker’s announcement. Democratic candidates include Incumbent State Sen. Sonia Chang-Diaz (D-Boston), former State Sen. Ben Downing and Harvard professor Danielle Allen. The only GOP candidate currently in the race is former State Rep. Geoff Diehl. The two biggest names being tossed around as possibilities in political circles on the Democratic side include Attorney General Maura Healey and U.S. Secretary of Labor and former Boston Mayor Marty Walsh. THE HOUSE AND SENATE: There were no roll call votes in the House or Senate last week. This week, Beacon Hill Roll Call reports local senators’ roll call attendance records for the 2021 session. No more roll calls are planned in the Senate until January 2022. The Senate held 115 roll calls in the 2021 session. Beacon Hill Roll Call tabulates the number of roll calls on which each senator votes and then calculates that number as a percentage of the total roll call votes held. That percentage is the number referred to as the roll call attendance record. More senators have 100 percent roll call attendance records this year than at any time in recent memory. Thirty-seven of the 39 members did not miss any roll calls and have 100 percent roll call attendance records. This can be attributed to the fact that under emergency rules adopted because of the COVID-19 pandemic, the vast majority of the 39 senators are not in the Senate chamber during a session. Most are watching and listening to the session from their home or business and voting remotely. Senators’ votes are communicated to Senate offi cials during the session or prior to the session if senators are informed in advance that there will be a roll call vote. If a member wants to speak on an issue under consideration, they do so on a separate “debate phone line” and their voice is then heard in the Senate chamber and by anyone watching the broadcast online. The number of senators who had 100 percent roll call attendance records in the prior four years was 33 in 2020; 28 in 2019; 20 in 2018; 24 in 2017; and 17 in 2016. Sen. Mike Barrett (D-Lexington) and Senate President Karen Spilka (D-Ashland) were the only two senators who missed any roll calls this year. Barrett missed 13 roll calls (11.4 percent) out of 115 for a roll call attendance record of 88.6 percent. “In my capacity as State Senate chair of the Utilities and Energy Committee of the Legislature, I attended the U.N. Climate Change Conference in Glasgow for its climactic second week,” Barrett told Beacon Hill Roll Call. “In doing so, I missed several roll calls back in the Senate, all taken on a single day. I regret this, but feel my responsibilities to my constituents were best satisfi ed during that particular time by my working at the U.N. event. Achieving emissions reductions relies heavily on ‘subnational’ governments like state legislatures, where so many of the actual programs are designed and funded.” “Over 400 private jets crammed Scotland’s airports and Massachusetts sent several of our state’s leading green elites to virtue signal and share their moral authority with other self-absorbed bureaucrats and politicians,” said Paul Craney, spokesman for the Mass Fiscal Alliance. “While his legislative colleagues were trying to determine how to best help their constituents with COVID relief money, the Lexington state senator was boasting about serving on a climate panel in which he spoke to ‘legislators’ from other countries including from China and Russia. Can Massachusetts’ most narcissistic green elite be this tone deaf or is he there for the self-celebration and pageantry?” It’s a Senate tradition that the Senate president only votes occasionally. Current Senate President Karen Spilka follows that tradition and only voted on 45 (39.1 percent) of the 115 roll calls while not voting on 70 (60.9 percent) of them. Sen. Spilka’s offi ce did not respond to repeated requests by Beacon Hill Roll Call to comment on her voting record. We specifi cally asked if Spilka was in the Statehouse building for all the formal and informal sessions; how the tradition developed that the president rarely votes; has she ever thought of breaking that tradition and being recorded on all roll calls; and how does she choose on which roll calls she will vote? “Sen. Spilka follows the tradition that many before her followed,” said Paul Craney. “In this particular case, it’s not necessarily a bad tradition but unfortunately a much worse trend in the state senate is quickly emerging, and that is its opaqueness. The Statehouse has been closed for over 600 days, and now major budget decisions are being done behind closed doors and when lawmakers are on recess. The Massachusetts Legislature, including the State Senate, is the most opaque legislative body in the United States. There is no other state legislature this secretive.” SENATORS’ 2021 ROLL CALL ATTENDANCE RECORDS The percentage listed next to the senator’s name is the percentage of roll call votes on which the senator voted. The number in parentheses represents the number of roll calls that he or she missed. Sen. Joseph Boncore has resigned HOW LONG WAS LAST WEEK’S SESSION? Beacon Hill Roll Call tracks the length of time that the House and Senate were in session each week. Many legislators say that legislative sessions are only one aspect of the Legislature’s job and that a lot of important work is done outside of the House and Senate chambers. They note that their jobs also involve committee work, research, constituent work and other matters that are important to their districts. Critics say that the Legislature does not meet regularly or long enough to debate and vote in public view on the thousands of pieces of legislation that have been fi led. They note that the infrequency and brief length of sessions are misguided and lead to irresponsible late-night sessions and a mad rush to act on dozens of bills in the days immediately preceding the end of an annual session. During the week of November 29-December 3, the House met for a total of one hour and 30 minutes while the Senate met for a total of one hour and 22 minutes. Mon. Nov. 29 House 11:00 a.m. to 11:12 a.m. Senate 11:14 a.m. to 11:18 a.m. Tues. Nov. 30 No House session No Senate session Wed. Dec. 1 No House session No Senate session Thurs. Dec. 2 House 11:11 a.m. to 11:21 a.m. Senate 11:07 a.m. to 11:14 a.m. Fri. Dec 3 House 11:03 a.m. to 12:11 p.m. Senate 11:03 a.m. to 12:14 p.m. Bob Katzen welcomes feedback at bob@beaconhillrollcall.com

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The mayor said the grant for the Revere Works program through The Neighborhood Developers is another critical source of funding to help the community. “At one point during the pandemic, Revere had the second highest unemployment of any city in the state,” said to see the city take the building on Winthrop Avenue and turn it into a place where food distribution can take place and that the state grants would help to increase its level of service. “You’ll be able to tap into the creative energies of people who understand how to design food and make food and be involved in workforce development and entrepreneurship and small business development and incubating that talent that exists right here in this city,” said Polito. Polito also acknowledged the work Revere has done on the development front while it was also addressing the needs of its residents during the pandemic. 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Court documents dated just before the sale of the Chelsea property reveal that Edwards was suspected of diverting rental income from the Chelsea property for use on her East Boston home. Despite the sanitation issues, sales records show that Edwards sold the property in 2019 for This private and anonymous service notifies users of a potential exposure to COVID-19 so they can take appropriate precautions. For more information and instructions on enabling MassNotify on your smartphone, visit https://www.mass. gov/info-details/enable-massnotify-on-your-smartphone. The State Public Health Laboratory, the Broad Institute of MIT and Harvard and several hospital and academic laboratories have all contributed to sequencing eff orts in Massachusetts during the pandemic. This sequencing data contributes to the tracking of clusters and patterns of disease spread. This in-state laboratory capacity to sequence variants allows Massachusetts to not have to rely on out-of-state laboratories. $825,000 or $275,100.00 more than what she paid for it. However, Edwards maintained that there was no wrongdoing on her part. In an email response to the Advocate on Thursday, Edwards responded stated, “I lawfully purchased the home, paid the taxes and sold it years ago. My intent was to start a family with my new husband and we needed space,” she said. “Ultimately, I accepted a position with Mayor Marty Walsh as the head of the Offi ce of Housing Stability, public service for which included a Boston residency requirement. Years ago, I sold the house as part of a painful divorce.” Edwards, a Democrat, is running in a special election to the Massachusetts State Senate to represent the 1st Suffolk and Middlesex District vacated by Joseph Boncore against Revere School Committeeman Anthony D’Ambrosio, also a Democrat. 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Lifelong resident of Revere, Frank was born in Winthrop to the late Joseph “Tiny” Gulla Sr. and Teresa (Colarusso) Gulla. Loving partner of Toni Serena of Revere. Father of Michael Gulla and grandfather of Matthew and Drayven. Beloved Uncle of Davida Winn and the late Joey Gulla. He was the cherished brother to his twin Joseph Gulla of Peabody, and Joanne Winn and her husband Dave of Colorado, formerly of Peabody, and the late John Gulla. Frank and Joe started wrestling at the age of 18. They would later become the NWA Frank M. Gulla OBITUARIES New England tag team champs. There are many great memories and stories of his time with his brother in the ring. Their wrestling name was Long Riders with the “House of Pain.” Frank loved to ride his motorcycle. He will be truly remembered for his laughter, smile and outgoing personality. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Frank’s name to the Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, Division of Development & The Jimmy Fund, P.O. Box 849168, Boston, MA 022849168 or at dana-farber.org. William Cowhig, Jr. L oving father, and grandfather, passed away on November 29. Born and raised in Revere, he was one of 3 children to the late William, Sr. and Florence. A retiree of Trimount Bituminous where he began his career as a laborer and quickly took on added responsibilities of the tool truck driver. Bill became a paving foreman, paving many of the states’ highways, local roads, and airports. Through his unmatched attention to detail, quality, and drive for excellence he was appointed Road Superintendent and then General Superintendent. As the company grew, Bill was appointed VP and later became Sr. VP. Bill was most proud of his work at Logan Airport, where he directed countless construction and resurfacing projects. Bill was an active member of Construction Industries of Massachusetts (CIM) and Massachusetts Aggregates and Asphalt producers’ association (MAAPA). He enjoyed spending all his free time with his 4 grandchildren going to school/sporting events, holidays, and special occasions. He will be dearly missed and remembered for his generosity. Donations can be made to The Base Inc. contact Courtney Harrness at 617442-7700 or email charrness@ thebase.org. 6 Hodgkins Rd., Unit A $379,000 Rockport, MA - CONTINGENT            plan all on one level living. The living room overlooks a deck with an open backyard area, with a heated in-ground built-in pool.                       ditional full bath. The level yard is nestled with a fenced in yard, shed, and more. You will love this home just as the previous owner did!! 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This opportunity is awaiting for you! 20 Railroad Ave. Rockport MA $474,800 Light and airy rooms, in the uniquely designed, attractively laid out home, that adapts to a variety of Ron Visconti 196 Locust St., Lynn - Welcome to the Stadium Condominiums, one the best managed and maintained properties                      workout area with a bonus area of a private indoor balcony overlooking the lobby. This is a tremendous value and will not last. Currently rented. Tenant pays $1,450/mo. and would like to stay. Lease expires end of April, Section 8 - $205,000 Carolina Coral Franco Pizzarella Call (781) 558-1091 for a Free Market Analysis! We are Fluent in Chinese, Cantonese, Italian and Spanish!            year round getaway, Condo Alternative! Easy access to Front Beach. A commuters dream. Perfect location. All the work has been done for you to move right in to this 2 BR 1.5 bath colonial. Located near the train, shopping, restaurants, beaches, and Shalin Liu Music Center. The open concept living and dining room is bright roomy. French doors to wonderful balcony off the master bedroom. Low maintenance exterior with parking for 2 cars. But so close to the train you don’t even need a car. Bonus area in basement with plumbing connections for a possible bathroom. This Rockport gem is worth seeing. Has great rental/ vrbo potential and has a history of commercial use. UNDER AGREEMENT

THE REVERE ADVOCATE – FRIDAY, DECEMBER 10, 2021 Page 23 Follow Us On: COMMERCIAL & RESIDENTIAL PROPERTY SALES & RENTALS Looking to purchase a new home? Sandy Juliano Broker/President Remember, the seller pays agents commission. There is no cost to you to use a real estate agent to protect you during the biggest transaction of your life! Call today and ask about Buyers Representation. WE KNOW EVERETT!! Call TODAY to sell or buy with the best! LISTED BY NORMA & ROSEMARIE NEW LISTING BY SANDY SOLD! CONDO - NEW PRICE - $449,900 30 CHELSEA ST. #812 EVERETT CALL NORMA FOR DETAILS! 617-590-9143 NEW LISTING BY SANDY SOLD SINGLE FAMILY 39 ARLINGTON ST., EVERETT $529,900 NEW LISTING 129 CLARENCE ST., EVERETT NEW PRICE! $799,900 TWO FAMILY SOLD BY NORMA OPEN HOUSE SUNDAY HUGE 3 FAMILY 21-23 CLEVELAND AVE., EVERETT $980,000 DEC. 12, 2021 11:30-1:30 32 RIDGE RD., READING $675,000 NEW LISTING BY NORMA CONDO 120 WYLLIS AVE., UNIT #310 SOLD BY JOE! 6 FAMILY CHARLES STREET, MALDEN $1,250,000 CALL JOE FOR DETAILS 617-680-7610 UNDER AGREEMENT SINGLE FAMILY 20 BAKER RD., EVERETT $509,900 SOLD BY MICHAEL AS BUYER’S AGENT 58 BRADFORD ST. EVERETT Joe DiNuzzo Norma Capuano Parziale - Broker Associate www.jrs-properties.com O D il F 10 00 A M 5 00 PM - Agent Open Daily From 10:00 A.M. - 5:00 P.M. 433 Broadway, Suite B, Everett, MA 02149 Denise Matarazz - Agent Maria Scrima - Agent Follow Us On: 617.544.6274 Rosemarie Ciampi - Agent Michael Matarazzo -Agent Mark Sachetta - Agent

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