RE R V RE EVERE E R Vol. 35, No.52 -FREEREE t Have a very Merry Christmas! e a ADVOC www.advocatenews.net t HYM breaks ground on Portico, advancing Suffolk Downs redevelopment amid tax break conditions Advocate Staff Report H YM took a big step forward last week and broke ground for Portico, the second major piece of the Suffolk Downs Redevelopment project. Portico is a luxury, residential 473-unit building with 33,000 feet of retail and HYM | SEE Page 2 CAT AT 781-286-8500 A Free Every Friday An architect’s rendering for 100 Salt Street, the fi rst life sciences building at the project site. (Courtesy of HYM Investment Group) Rossetti-Cowan Senior Center Host Annual Christmas Party CTE Wednesday, December 24, 2025 Revere Schools Highlight Innovative Student Assessments as District Weighs Future with MCIEA By Barbara Taormina t their last meeting of 2025, the School Committee heard a presentation on Revere’s work with MCIEA, the Massachusetts Consortium for Innovative Educational Assessment. The consortium is an alliance of public school districts and teacher unions which focuses on how student learning and school quality is measured or graded. Rather than standardized tests and typical essays, the consortium promotes performance-based assessments, such as tasks, projects and portfolios that provide students a fuller and more authentic opportunity to demonstrate their knowledge and skills. The approach allows students to follow their individual interests and use creative approaches in their work. The SCHOOLS | SEE Page 2 Community Gathers to Light Menorah in Celebration of Jewish Holiday WOOF! HAPPY HOLIDAYS: Mayor Patrick Keefe with Director of Elder Services Debbie Peczka DiGiulio, Gus the dog, Ward 5 Councillor Angela Guarino-Sawaya and Emily DiGiulio are shown enjoying the fun at the annual Senior Center Christmas Party. See inside for photo highlights. LIGHTING THE DARKNESS: Resident Anne Steinman lit a candle as City Councillors Ira Novoselsky, Paul Argenzio and Angela Guarino-Sawaya looked on during last Wednesday’s Menorah lighting outside City Hall. See inside for photo highlights. (Advocate photo by Tara Vocino)
Page 2 Advocate Newspapers Holiday Office Schedule Notice H Sch The Advocate Newspapers will observe a holiday closure from December 29, 2025, through January 2, 2026. Our next editions will be published on Friday, January 9, 2026. During this period, our offi ce will be open intermittently, and all voicemail messages and emails will be monitored and responded to in a timely manner. For questions, legal notices, or advertising submissions for the January 9 publications, please contact us at 781-286-8500 or Jmitchell@advocatenews.net We extend our sincere appreciation to our readers and advertisers and wish you a happy holiday season and a safe, healthy, and prosperous New Year. Thank you for your continued support. — James D. Mitchell, President/Publisher HYM | FROM Page 1 restaurant space in the Beachmont Square section of the development. It follows the 475unit apartment complex Almaya on Salt Street. Last May, the City Council approved a 15-year tax increment exemption agreement with HYM for Portico. The agreement saves HYM approximately $15 million in local taxes over 15 years and opens the door to an additional $15 million in state fi - nancial support. But the tax break came with conditions. The agreement set a construction start date of November 2025 with a delay penalty that would void the tax agreement if work failed to begin. Portico is expected to be completed by November 2028. If HYM misses that target, the city can shortTHE REVERE ADVOCATE – WEDnEsDAy, DECEmbER 24, 2025 SCHOOLS | FROM Page 1 organization also looks at different ways to measure school quality. A.C. Whelan School Principal Rachel Shanley, fi fth grade teacher Lindsay Conrad and a fi fth grade student described their experiences with MCIEA, which Shanley said began about 10 years ago. “We feel MCIEA is really a way to elevate student voice,” said Shanley, adding that it dovetails with the district’s core goal to promote deeper learning. Conrad told the committee her students were highly motivated by tasks and projects. They told her they liked the hands-on aspects of projects and wanted to do more this year. Students felt it was the best way to demonstrate their knowledge. Despite the high marks from en the tax exemption window by two years. The tax break agreement also requires payments to the city when the project reaches different milestones, and mandates 10 percent of project work hours to go to Revere residents. Revere is counting on revenue from new businesses and thousands of new housing units to pay for the city’s new $493 million high Whelan, the executive committee of the Revere Teachers Association voted to withdraw from the consortium, citing the overwhelming workloads already being carried by teachers and a question of inadequate stipends for participating in the meetings. Committee member Stacey Bronsdon-Rizzo said, after hearing about the great work taking place at the Whelan School, she was saddened to see the district go in another direction. Committee member Aisha Milbury-Ellis asked Shanley what the district will lose by withdrawing from the MCIEA consortium. Shanley said Revere educators participated in work developing diff erent tasks and projects. She also said the district would lose access to valuable data through the consortium. school. Elected offi cials have continually assured residents that revenue from Suffolk Downs will spare the city the need for a property tax override. Last year, several city councillors raised concerns about the health of the Suffolk Downs project, saying there was nothing happening on the site. Thomas O’Brien, founding partner and managing director of the School Superintendent Dr. Dianne Kelly said that despite the RTA vote MCIEA work will move forward. “We will be continuing this work,” said Kelly. “We know what good teaching looks like.” Kelly also reviewed Governor Maura Healey’s recommendation for new high school graduation requirements to replace the MCAS requirement, which voters repealed last year. Healey’s proposed that students be required to complete courses to prepare them for college. They would take exams at the end of courses but passing would not be a graduation requirement. And students would be required to create a portfolio or fi nal project, such as a capstone. Kelly said the MCIEA approach would help prepare seniors if they need to fulfi ll a portfolio requirement. HYM Investment Group, met with the City Council to assure them the project was on track, and the groundbreaking, although a couple weeks late, was a cause for celebration for everyone. The project will ultimately span 16.2 million square feet of development, including 10,000 apartments and condominiums; 5.2 million square feet of life sciences and offi ce space; 450,000 square feet of retail and civic space; and 40 acres of parks and open space. Advertise in the Advocate Classifieds! Call us at: 781-286-8500 Advertising that gets results!
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THE REVERE ADVOCATE – WEDnEsDAy, DECEmbER 24, 2025 Page 7 Senior Dina Oufessa helped Immaculate Conception School first grader Leonel Flores, 7, put a festive hat on the giraffe. Lyna Baoussouh applied face paint to Julieza Palencia (in front) and Madalyn Marino. Nora Colorusso, 6, and Ellie Colorusso, 3, met Elsa from the Disney movie “Frozen,” who was played by Alana Truney. Senior Jonathan Gonzalez played with Rowan, 1, and Benjamin MacDonald, 5, inside the gingerbread house. (Advocate photos by Tara Vocino) Rumney Marsh Academy seventh grader Devesh Patel, 12, built a Hot Wheels with Buddy the Elf, who was played by Deven Nagel. A.C. Whelan Elementary School third grader Carmela Penta, 8, and Georgia Degruttola, 7, met Olaf from the Disney movie “Frozen.”
Page 8 THE REVERE ADVOCATE – WEDnEsDAy, DECEmbER 24, 2025 Basketball Pats Open Season at Home against Arlington Catholic (Advocate photos by Emily Harney) Charles Dobre drives the ball up the court for the Pats. The fans came out Friday night for the Patriots home opener. Charles Dobre gets ready to shoot a free throw for the Pats. Senior captain Devin Berry with the ball for Revere. Isaiah Llanos and his teammates react to another basket by the Patriots. RHS Head Coach David Leary reacts at courtside during Revere season opener at home. Adnane Amine takes his shot. Revere’s Lucca Albano works to keep possession of the ball as defenders from Arlington Catholic move in. Making the pass for the Patriots, Isaiah Llanos.
THE REVERE ADVOCATE – WEDnEsDAy, DECEmbER 24, 2025 Page 9 Head Coach David Leary takes a moment with his team as they move into overtime against Arlington Catholic. The Revere High Patriots varsity boys’ basketball team kicked off their 2026 season at home Friday night with a back-and-forth battle with Arlington Catholic. The Pats would fall behind in overtime, 62-55. Chris Recinos drives the ball up the court. Revere senior Omar Attabou moves the ball up the court. Charles Dobre with the ball for Revere. Bryan David at the line for Revere. Junior Chris Recinos shoots to score as a defender from Arlington Catholic works to make the block. Nick Rupp scored for Revere. Nico Cespedes looks for an open teammate to pass the ball back into play for Revere.
Page 10 THE REVERE ADVOCATE – WEDnEsDAy, DECEmbER 24, 2025 Jack Satter House Tenants Association spreads holiday cheer P olice collected toys and the Jack Satter House Tenants Association donated money to the Fire Department for their annual holiday drives for the needy during last Thursday’s Jack Satter House/Hebrew SeniorLife Holiday Party. (Advocate photos by Tara Vocino) Tenants Association President Roxanne Aeillo presented a generous check to the Revere Fire Department. DJ Alan LaBella and Tenants Association Vice President Joanne Monteforte sang “The Twelve Days of Christmas.” Ward 5 Councillor Angela Guarino-Sawaya with Jack Satter House Executive Director Caren Silverlieb led the crowd in “Dominick the Donkey.” Be prepared before the next power outage. Shown from left to right: Firefighter Charles DelGreco, tenants Ann Eagan, Jack Meaney and Judi Meaney and Firefighter Anthony Sandoval. Receive a free 5-year warranty with qualifying purchase* - valued at $535. Call 866-852-0221 to schedule your free quote! Shown from left to right: Ward 5 Councillor Angela Guarino-Sawaya, Police Captain Thomas Malone, Tenants Association President Roxanne Aeillo and Police Officer John Papasodora.
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Page 12 THE REVERE ADVOCATE – WEDnEsDAy, DECEmbER 24, 2025 W e wish you a Merry Christmas State Representative Jessica Ann Giannino & Family Ward 2 Councillor Ira Novoselsky Northeast Metropolitan Regional Vocational School Committee & School Committeeman Anthony Caggiano City Councillor-at-Large Juan Pablo Jaramillo & Family Ward 6 City Councillor Christopher Giannino Ward 5 City Councillor Angela Guarino-Sawaya & Family State Representative Jeffrey Turco & Family Councillor-at-Large Anthony Zambuto
THE REVERE ADVOCATE – WEDnEsDAy, DECEmbER 24, 2025 Page 13 W e wish you a Merry Christmas Happy Holidays Warmest Wishes from our Family to Yours, Mayor Patrick Keefe, Jennifer, Adrianna and Patrick School Committeeman John Kingston Ward 4 Councillor Paul Argenzio
Page 14 THE REVERE ADVOCATE – WEDnEsDAy, DECEmbER 24, 2025 ROSETTI | FROM Page 5 The Rossetti-Cowan holiday dancers from the Rachael Ferrante Dance Studio. Councillor-at-Large Michelle Kelley and Rose Pellegrino. Norina Colannino, Rose DeLuca, Linda Pani and Diane Piper. Anne Straccia, Marie Voto, Nina DeFreitas and Anna Marie Firicano. Donna and Nino Bongiovanni enjoyed the party. Linda Doherty and Sandi Lozier in the holiday spirit. The 12 Days of Christmas singers with Mayor Patrick Keefe, DJ Alan LaBella, Senior Center Director Deb Peczka DiGiullo, Councillors Michelle Kelley, Angela Guarino-Sawaya and Paul Argenzio and School Committee members John Kingston from St. Jean’s Credit Union and Anthony Caggiano Some of the many Revere seniors that joined DJ Alan LaBella at the annual Christmas Party for a great afternoon.
THE REVERE ADVOCATE – WEDnEsDAy, DECEmbER 24, 2025 Kelly Dooner (R-Taunton) By Bob Katzen If you have any questions about this week’s report, e-mail us at bob@beaconhillrollcall.com or call us at (617) 720-1562 THE HOUSE AND SENATE: There were no roll calls in the House or Senate last week. This week, Beacon Hill Roll Call reports on the percentage of times local senators voted with their party’s leadership in the 2025 session through December 19. Beacon Hill Roll Call uses 113 of the 116 votes from the 2025 Senate session as the basis for this report. This includes all roll calls except three that were on local issues. The votes of 32 Democrats were compared to Senate Majority Leader Cynthia Creem (D-Newton), second-in-command in the Senate. We could not compare the Democrats’ votes to those of Senate President Karen Spilka (D-Ashland) because, by tradition, the Senate president rarely votes. Sixteen (50 percent) of the 32 Democrats voted with Creem 100 percent of the time. Not counting the senators who voted 100 percent of the time with Creem, another 15 (46.8 percent) of Democrats voted with Creem at least 90 percent of the time (from 90 percent of the time to 99.9 percent of the time.) Only one Democrat, Sen. John Keenan (D-Quincy), voted with Creem less than 90 percent of the time. He voted with Creem only 88.3 percent of the time (99 times.) Rounding out the list of the top five senators who voted with Creem the least percentage of times are Sens. Mark Montigny (D-New Bedford) 104 times (92.0 percent); Michael Moore (D-Millbury) 105 times (92.9 percent); and both Michael Brady (D-Brockton) and Nick Collins (D-Boston) 108 times (95.5 percent). Beacon Hill Roll Call contacted all five senators and asked them why they voted among the least percentage of times with Sen. Creem. Only Sens. Keenan and Moore responded: “I have great respect and admiration for my Senate colleagues and appreciate that we represent unique districts and at times have different opinions on issues,” said Keenan. “In the final determination, I will always vote in the way, that in my judgment, best serves my constituents in the Norfolk and Plymouth District and the commonwealth as a whole.” “The people of the Second Worcester District sent me to the Massachusetts Senate to address the challenges affecting their daily lives and to amplify their voices on Beacon Hill,” said Moore. “My ultimate responsibility is to do what is right for my constituents and my voting record reflects that.” Three senators did not respond to repeated requests asking them to comment. They are Sens. Brady, Montigny and Collins. Beacon Hill Roll Call also contacted all 16 senators who voted with Creem 100 percent of the time and asked them to comment and to cite any issues, beyond the ones that came to a roll call vote, on which they disagree with Creem. None of the 16 responded. They are Sens. Mike Barrett (D-Lexington); Will Brownsberger (D-Belmont); Jo Comerford (D-Northampton); Brendan Crighton (D-Lynn); Julian Cyr (D-Truro); Sal DiDomenico (D-Everett); Lydia Edwards (D-Boston); Cindy Friedman (D-Arlington); Pat Jehlen (D-Somerville); Robyn Kennedy (D-Worcester); Joan Lovely (D-Salem); Paul Mark (D-Becket); Jake Oliveira (D-Ludlow); Pavel Payano (D-Lawrence); Mike Rodrigues (D-Westport) and Mike Rush (D-West Roxbury). The votes of four Republican senators were compared with those of GOP Senate Minority Leader Sen. Bruce Tarr (RGloucester). None of the four voted with Tarr 100 percent of the time. Sen, Ryan Fattman (R-Sutton) voted with Tarr the least percentage of times — only 88.4 percent of the time (100 times.) voted 102 times with Tarr (90.2 percent); Peter Durant (R-Spencer) 106 times with Tarr (93.8 percent); and Patrick O’Connor (R-Weymouth) 109 times with Tarr (96.4 percent.) SENATORS’ SUPPORT OF THEIR PARTY’S LEADERSHIP IN 2025 THROUGH DECEMBER 19 The percentage next to the senator’s name represents Page 15 the percentage of times the senator supported his or her party’s leadership in 2025 through December 19. The number in parentheses represents the number of times the senator opposed his or her party’s leadership. Some senators voted on all 113 roll call votes. Others missed one or more roll calls. The percentage for each senator is calculated based on the number of roll calls on which he or she voted. Sen. Lydia Edwards 100 percent (0) ALSO UP ON BEACON HILL KEEP DARK MONEY OUT OF TOWN MEETING (H 806) — The House gave initial approval to a bill that would apply the BHRC | SEE Page 16 PACE PROGRAM RECENT CHANGES P ACE (Program for All-inclusive Care for the Elderly), is a national comprehensive health program created to help elders remain at home as long as possible. While PACE is a valuable resource for many elders, not many family advisors are familiar with the program. There are presently 8 PACE programs in Massachusetts, each covering a different geographic area. The contact person for any of the programs will direct you appropriately based upon your address. You can also find additional information by going to the National PACE Association’s website at www.npaonline.org. In order to be eligible for PACE, applicants must be 55 years of age or more, live in a PACE service area and must be certified by the state as eligible for nursing home care but able to safely remain in the community with the additional supports PACE offers. Members must also agree to receive all health services exclusively through the Elder Service Plan. While many elders are initially hesitant to give up their primary care physicians or other medical professionals, it is the interdisciplinary team model of PACE that allows each member to maximize his or her potential to remain in the community and ensures that no one falls through the cracks. PACE is jointly funded by Medicaid and Medicare. Medicaid and Medicare each pay a set rate per member per month. The Medicare rate is dependent on the diagnosis codes of each member. Each PACE program must offer a number of “core” services and may offer elective services based on the various needs of their members. This flexibility allows each program to customize individualized care plans designed to help each member maximize his or her potential. Interdisciplinary teams of doctors, nurses, social workers, therapists, nutritionists, and other medical staff work together to provide primary medical care, home health, adult day recreation, rehabilitation services, transportation, medications, podiatry, optometry, dental, and social services. While the majority of PACE services are provided at an adult day center to encourage socialization and activity, services are provided in the home when appropriate. Some PACE programs, such as Harbor Health, offer residence in certain assisted living facilities. In these cases, the member pays a certain portion and PACE pays the difference. PACE members never pay more than their income to live in assisted living. If nursing home care becomes necessary, it is paid for by PACE and PACE continues to coordinate the member’s care, so long as the member resides in a PACE facility. MassHealth’s December, 2025 Eligibility Operations Memo 25-17 states that effective January 15, 2026, it will now follow Federal law which requires MassHealth to consider the income and assets of both spouses when determining eligibility of individuals applying for PACE. Married couples will now be subject to the current asset limit as is the case with nursing home eligibility. As of January 1, 2026, the community spouse can keep up to $162,660 in countable assets while the applicant can only keep $2,000 in countable assets. The most significant reason that PACE is appealing is that its primary goal is to provide each member with the individual supports needed to remain in the community as long as possible. With PACE, there is no 6 month deductible spenddown on medical expenses when monthly income for a single person is over $2,982 (300% of the federal benefit rate), unlike in the Frail Elder Waiver Program. PACE may not be for everybody but its benefits should at least be explored. Joseph D. Cataldo is an Estate Planning/Elder Law Attorney, Certified Public Accountant, Certified Financial Planner, AICPA Personal Financial Specialist and holds a Master’s Degree in Taxation.
Page 16 BHRC | FROM Page 15 state’s campaign finance election laws to political expenditures of more than $1,000, made by persons, corporations, associations, organizations or other groups of people, to influence the outcome of articles that appear on Town Meeting warrants. The person or group would be required to file disclosure forms and failure to comply would be punishable by a 1-year prison sentence and/or a $1,000 fine. Supporters said that the bill will close a loophole that allows unlimited amounts of unreported funds by outside individuals and groups to influence and sway the town’s decision. They noted the flow of dark drowns out the vote of the local voters. The four co-sponsors of the legislation, Reps. Simon Cataldo (D-Concord), Tom Moakley (D-Falmouth) and Sens. Dylan Fernandes (D-Falmouth) and Julian Cyr (D-Truro), submitted joint testimony in a letter to the Election Laws Committee which heard testimony on the measure in October. The letter said, “Our proposal is consistent with existing Massachusetts campaign finance law, which requires full disclosure of contributions and expenditures for candidates, political committees and ballot question campaigns. By extending disclosure requirements to individuals and entities aiming to influence town warrant articles, this bill would bring local governance practices in line with these established democratic norms for state-level elections, closing a loophole in Massachusetts election laws.” The letter continued, “There is motivation for entities to use the existing loophole. Major policy decisions are made at a town meeting level. Many warrant articles concern areas where corporate and special interest groups have a direct financial stake, such as zoning laws, housing developments, telecommunication rules and environmental regulations. Without mandated transparency, these groups can present their well-funded campaigns as grassroots efforts.” REGIONAL SCHOOL DISTRICTS (H 836) — The House gave initial approval to a measure that would establish uniform polling hours of 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. for elections in which regional school districts ask voters to incur debt. Supporters said that under current law, regional school district committees have discretion to set polling hours anywhere between four and eight consecutive hours, which can result in reduced voter access compared to standard municipal and state elections. They noted that this inconsistency was evident during a recent special election for the Northeast Metropolitan Regional Vocational Technical School’s $317 million new building project where polls were open only from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.—providing just seven hours of voting time compared to the standard 13-hour THE REVERE ADVOCATE – WEDnEsDAy, DECEmbER 24, 2025 window used in most municipal and state elections. “This bill simply makes voting easier and fairer by setting uniform polling hours … when regional school districts ask voters to incur debt for major projects, such as renovations or new buildings, ensuring every voter has the same opportunity to participate, no matter where they live,” said sponsor Rep. Richard Haggerty (D-Woburn). “This extended 13-hour polling window is designed to accommodate voters with diverse work schedules, family obligations and other commitments, ensuring all residents have a fair and equal opportunity to participate in decisions affecting their regional schools.” ADOPT A SHELTER DOG MONTH (H 3288) — The House gave initial approval to legislation that would designate the month of October as Adopt a Shelter Dog Month. “Massachusetts shelters take in more than 20,000 animals each year, and despite our high save rate, they continue to struggle with staffing shortages, rising intakes and limited community resources,” said sponsor Rep. Bruce Ayers (DQuincy). “Establishing October as ‘Adopt a Shelter Dog Month’ will give us a statewide platform to promote adoption, support our shelters and ensure more dogs have a real chance at finding a permanent home.” SAFEGUARD SHORT TERM RENTALS (S 2736) The Public Safety and Homeland Security Committee held a hearing on a bill, known as the “Maggie Hubbard Rental Safety Act, that would require that all short-term rentals in Massachusetts be inspected for working smoke and carbon monoxide detectors within one year prior to rental. It also mandates that rental platforms and agents verify this certification before listing a property, ensuring consistent, statewide fire safety protections for renters. “Shannon Hubbard and her one-year-old daughter Maggie were tragically killed in a short-term rental that lacked working smoke and carbon monoxide detector,” said sponsor Sen. Julian Cyr (D-Truro). “It was an entirely preventable and unacceptable loss... By requiring annual safety inspections and ensuring that rental platforms verify compliance before listing a unit, the bill puts in place the basic, common-sense protections every renter deserves and strengthens public safety in communities across Massachusetts.” Rep. Hadley Luddy (D-Orleans), a co-sponsor of the proposal, did not respond to repeated requests by Beacon Hill Roll Call, asking her why she co-sponsored the bill. PROHIBIT DISCRIMINATION BASED ON HEIGHT AND WEIGHT (H 1919) — The Judiciary Committee held a hearing on a proposal that would add height and weight to Massachusetts’ existing anti-discrimination laws, by prohibiting discrimination, based on height and weight, in employment, education, housing and places of public accommodation. The measure would require the Attorney General’s Office to investigate complaints unless the action in question is based on the purpose of compliance with any established state, federal or industry safety standards. It would also prohibit places of public accommodation, resort or amusement from issuing or circulating any policies or communications that signal discriminatory treatment based on body size, aligning this protection with how Massachusetts approaches other forms of discrimination. “No one should lose out on a job, education or basic dignity because of their height or weight,” said sponsor Rep. Tram Nguyen (D-Andover). “Particularly, we know that the effects of weight-based discrimination do not fall evenly. Communities facing intersecting barriers, such as limited access to affordable, nutritious foods or other systemic inequities, are often hit hardest. This legislation expands nondiscrimination protection to ensure that every person in Massachusetts is treated with fairness, dignity and respect.” QUOTABLE QUOTES “This funding marks a major milestone for communities around our commonwealth that have waited far too long for meaningful investment. When I proposed the Environmental Justice Fund … I did so with the conviction that every neighborhood deserves clean air, safe water and a healthy environment. These funds, which we procured by holding polluters accountable, will help repair historic harms and ensure that these resources flow directly to the communities most in need of our support.” ---Attorney General Andrea Campbell announcing the awarding of $475,000 in grants to support community-based projects that address environmental harms in disadvantaged communities. “President Trump’s executive order preempting statelevel AI regulation is nothing less than a giveaway to the trillion-dollar Big Tech companies and ultra-wealthy CEOs that funded his campaign. One of the most basic functions of government is the power to protect its people. By taking away our power to place reasonable guardrails around the development and use of artificial intelligence, the president is neutering our ability to defend Bay Staters against the worst drawbacks of this technology, including AI-generated deepfakes, predatory algorithms, dangerous misinformation campaigns and more.” ---Sen. Mike Moore (D-Millbury) urging the Bay State Congressional delegation to fight President Trump’s recently-signed executive order on artificial intelligence, which directs U.S. Attorney General Pam Bondi to establish an AI Litigation Task Force whose sole purpose will be to challenge state-level AI regulations in court.
THE REVERE ADVOCATE – WEDnEsDAy, DECEmbER 24, 2025 Page 17 “From our smallest hill towns to our Gateway Cities and regional hubs, we are listening to local leaders and making sure they have the resources they need to deliver for their residents. These Community Development Block Grants will support housing and economic development in cities and towns across the state, and the new Rural and Small Town designation will make sure that no community is left behind.” ---Gov. Maura Healey, announcing nearly $33.5 million in federal Community Development Block Grant awards to support housing, infrastructure, social services and economic development projects in 52 communities across Massachusetts. “These grants put real resources behind our commitment to protecting Massachusetts’ farmland. We are proud to support Massachusetts farming heritage and legacy to ensure our farmlands are there for generations to come.” --- Energy and Environmental Aff airs Secretary Rebecca Tepper announcing over $1.8 million in funding to help protect farmland, support farm businesses and keep agricultural land in active use across Massachusetts through the newly created Massachusetts Farmland Partnership Program. 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 December 15-19, the House met for a total of one hour and seven minutes and the Senate met for a total of 47 minutes. Mon. Dec. 15 House 11:00 a.m. to 11:12 a.m. ~ RHS PATRIOTS SPORTS ROUND-UP ~ Revere girls track stays unbeaten, Tide hockey rides Annunziata’s scoring surge By Dom Nicastro R evere’s winter teams surged into the holiday break on a high note, with both the girls indoor track squad and the Everett/Revere co-op hockey team putting up big wins in recent competition. Veteran leadership, depth and early-season hustle stood out across both programs, giving coaches plenty to be excited about as the 2026 calendar approaches. Girls indoor track: Senior leaders fuel another double-win meet The Revere girls indoor track and fi eld team extended its undefeated record to 4-0 with a pair of victories over Chelsea (52–36) and Lynn English (61–28) last Friday. As has been the case all season, senior captains carried the load for coach Racquel Ciambelli-MacDonald’s team — especially in the toughest events on the schedule. “Gemma Stamatopoulos took first in all three of her events in both meets, putting up 15 points for the team,” MacDonald said. “She jumped 4-8 in the high jump, ran a 1:51.54 in the 600-meter, and also ran a 6:35 in the mile.” “I put in Gemma in the mile to help us secure some extra points knowing that Chelsea would give us a challenge in the sprints and jumps. She put forth an easy 6:30 and then managed to come right back in less than 20 minutes to the 600,” she added. Senior captain Olivia Rupp was just as relentless, scoring 10 points in each meet. She won the 1,000-meter run in 3:45.94 and followed with a 13:07 in the 2-mile — both wins that helped tip the balance in tight team scoring. Another standout effort came from senior Dayana Ortega, who swept the 55-meter hurdles with a 10.61 and placed fi rst vs. Lynn English and second vs. Chelsea in the long jump. Captain Rania Hamdani continued to show her speed across multiple events. She won the 300-meter dash against Lynn English (46.42) and was runner-up in that event and the 55-meter dash against Chelsea. “Rania shows great promise in the 55, a brand-new event for her,” MacDonald said. “It was great to see how the girls responded to the competition against Chelsea. They are building up strength to be able to compete in three events each meet and deliver strong performances.” At Sunday’s MSTCA Speed Classic invitational, four Revere sprinters posted season-best times in the 300-meter: Hamdani: 46.14 Zizi Kalliavas: 48.19 Jaliyah Manigo: 48.21 Danni Hope Randall: 49.57 Stamatopoulos placed 13th overall in the 600-meter with a 1:49.06. Ortega also clocked a lifetime PR of 10.46 in the 55-meter hurdles. Tide hockey: Annunziata leads the charge in second straight win The Everett/Revere/Mystic Valley co-op hockey team improved to 2–1 with a 4–2 victory over Minuteman Tech. Revere senior Frankie Annunziata once again provided the scoring punch, notching two topshelf goals from the top of the circle. “Frankie has really carried our offense to start the year,” head coach Craig Richards said. Everett senior Ben Saia added a “well-deserved all-hustle goal,” forcing a turnover and fi nishing it with a top shelf wrister. Mystic Valley sophomore Luka Tanizaki netted his fi rst of the year, converting on a 2-on-1 from a Saia assist. “Luca has been quite a sparkplug for us, causing a ton of turnovers with pure hustle and grit,” Richards said. Everett junior Ray Blauvelt stood tall in net again, including a massive glove save in the third period to protect the two-goal lead. The Tide were scheduled to face Peabody/Saugus on Dec. 23. Senate 11:20 a.m. to 11:24 a.m. Tues. Dec. 16 No House session. No Senate session. Wed. Dec. 17 No House session. No Senate session. Thurs. Dec. 18 House 11:01 a.m. to 11:56 a.m. Senate 11:16 a.m. to 11:59 a.m. Fri. Dec. 19 No House session. No Senate session. Bob Katzen welcomes feedback at bob@beaconhillrollcall.com Bob founded Beacon Hill Roll Call in 1975 and was inducted into the New England Newspaper and Press Association (NENPA) Hall of Fame in 2019. Copyright © 2025 Beacon Hill Roll Call. 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What Roman god’s name is the same as a 1960s singer’s name? 11. On Dec. 29, 1851, in what city (started “First Night” in 1976) was America’s fi rst YMCA? 12. How did Dickens get the expression “as dead as a doornail” in “A Christmas Carol”? 13. What would you find at Boardwalk Hall (Atlantic City), the Salt Lake Tabernacle and Cadet Chapel (West Point)? 14. Where is “‘Christmas won’t be Christmas without any presents,’ grumbled Jo…”? 15. On Dec. 30, 1809, wearing masks at balls in Boston was made illegal; that was repealed on April Fools’ Day in what year: 1852, 1929 or 1963? 16. Where is the American children’s novel “Hans Brinker, or The Silver Skates” set? 17. Dec. 31 is National Champagne Day; what character (also known by a number) in novels drank champagne 65 times? 18. What was the 1940s Operation Vittles also known as? 19. How are Mr. Green Jeans, Dancing Bear and Grandfather Clock similar? 20. On Jan. 1, 1776, who is reported to have raised the fi rst “Continental Colors” fl ag at Prospect Hill in Somerville? Answers good resources or products that can help seniors with severe vision loss? My wife has diabetic retinopathy, and it’s gotten worse over the past year. Need Help Dear Need, I’m very sorry about your wife’s vision loss, but you’ll be pleased to know that there are many resources and a wide variety of low vision products and technologies that can help with many diff erent needs. According to the American Optometric Association (AOA), it’s estimated that 12 million Americans ages 40 and older are living with uncorrectable vision loss, which is often caused by age-related macular degeneration, glaucoma or diabetic retinopathy. These conditions become more common with age and can make daily tasks like cooking, reading or watching television much harder. But optometrists who specialize in low vision — reduced vision that can’t be rectifi ed with glasses — have many aids and technologies that can help. Here are a few diff erent low vision products as recommended by Consumer Reports, along with some suggestions for fi nding a specialist who can help your wife adapt to her vision loss. Magnifiers and Adaptions Once reading glasses are no longer suffi cient, there are other devices that can help. These include handheld magnifi ers with a light and magnifying domes that can be placed on top of a page. Telescopes mounted on glasses can work for people who need help seeing farther away. For those who have lost part of their visual fi eld due to a stroke or brain injury, prisms mounted to the lenses in glasses can move an image from an area someone can’t see to the area of their vision where they can. This can help people get around without bumping into obstructions. Driving may no longer be possible, but some people with certain types of low vision can do so safely using a bioptic telescope — a telescopic device attached to glasses — that makes distant objects like road signs visible. And some changes at home can make your space easier (and safer) to navigate, such as putting bright tape on the edges of stairs and getting rid of clutter. High-Tech Tool Most smartphones and computers today have built-in accessibility settings that can help your wife by reading aloud text on the screen, making default text sizes larger, and increasing screen contrast. She can also take a photo with her phone of something she wants to see, then boost the brightness, contrast, or zoom. Televisions, too, may have accessibility features you can adjust to make watching easier. Phone apps for people with low vision can also be a big help. These include magnifi - cation apps like SuperVision+ Magnifier and apps such as Seeing AI and Envision AI that can look through your phone’s camera and turn text into speech, describe a scene in front of you, identify objects, or even recognize faces. There are also handheld or wearable devices like OrCam that can read documents or describe the scene you are looking at. Low Vision Specialist To get some help, fi nd your wife an optometrist who is a low-vision specialist. They can help her figure out how to best use the vision she does have and recommend helpful devices. There are also vision rehabilitation services that can make a big diff erence. These services provide counseling, along with training on how to perform daily living tasks with low vision, and how to use visual and adaptive devices that can help improve quality of life. They also off er guidance for adapting your home that will make it safer and easier for your wife to maneuver. Her regular eye doctor may be able to recommend a lowvision specialist, or you can search the AOA.org website, which lets you fi lter for specialists in low vision. To locate rehabilitation services and other low vision resources in your area, call the American Printing House (APH) Connect Center at 800-232-5463. Send your questions or comments to questions@savvysenior.org, or to Savvy Senior, P.O. Box 5443, Norman, OK 73070. 1. Babe Ruth 2. Guy Lombardo and the Royal Canadians (from NYC) 3. Light bulbs 4. Victor Borge 5. The Supremes 6. Georgia (a peach sculpture lowered down a tower in Atlanta) 7. Auld lang syne 8. The Pledge of Allegiance 9. Painted ladies (Edwardian and Victorian houses repainted in several colors; also a butterfl y) 10. Janus, the spirit of doorways, archways and beginnings (Janis Joplin) 11. Boston 12. Doornails were hammered so that their tips went through a door and were fl at on the other side as well; they could not then be reused (or were “dead”) 13. Large pipe organs 14. In “Little Women” by Louisa May Alcott 15. 1963 16. The Netherlands (M ary Map es Dodge, the author, did not visit there until after publication.) 17. James Bond (007) 18. Berlin Airlift (to supply West Berlin during a Soviet blockade of ground access) 19. They are characters on TV’s “Captain Kangaroo.” 20. General George Washington
THE REVERE ADVOCATE – WEDnEsDAy, DECEmbER 24, 2025 Page 19 Basketball Pats basketball drops road games at Lynn Classical, Lynn English By Dom Nicastro T he Revere High boys basketball team endured another challenging week on the road, falling to Greater Boston League rivals Lynn Classical and Lynn English as it continues to navigate a young roster and demanding early-season schedule. The team is 0-3 after three. Coming off a tough overtime loss to Arlington Catholic in the season opener, the Patriots traveled to Lynn last Tuesday to face Classical, looking to steady themselves defensively and keep the game within reach. Offense proved hard to come by early, as Revere managed just six points in the first quarter and trailed 20-15 at halftime. Junior guard Adnane Amimme accounted for much of the early scoring with a pair of floaters in the lane, while senior tri-captain Devin Berry added a putback off an offensive rebound. Revere increased its defensive pressure in the second quarter, creating transition opportunities for sophomore Charles Dobre, who finished twice on the break, and junior forward Nico Cespedes, who scored inside. Classical seized control coming out of halftime, opening the third quarter with a run that pushed its lead to 14 before Revere could respond. Junior forward Lucca Albano provided a bright spot, scoring six points on strong drives to the basket during the quarter. Cespedes finished with nine points and eight rebounds, while Berry, senior guard Joseph Carlo and senior captain Nick Rupp also contributed, but Revere was unable to close the gap in a 51-30 loss. “I just thought once we got down 10–12 points we hung our heads instead of pushing back and the game got out of hand from there,” Revere coach David Leary said. “The first-half defense was encouraging, but our turnovers offensively led to the big scoring disparity. We have a lot of work to do to improve, but I’m confident these boys will put in the work.” Two nights later, the Patriots returned to Lynn to face Lynn English and showed a noticeably sharper start. Berry led the early charge, scoring eight of his 14 points in the first quarter on two free throws and a pair of strong finishes in the lane. Dobre added three fastbreak layups as Revere trailed just 14-13 after one, despite a late English three-pointer. Revere’s offense stalled in the second quarter as Lynn English extended its defense and forced turnovers, but the Patriots stayed within striking distance behind continued efLike us on Facebook advocate newspaper fort on the boards. Dobre, Albano and junior forward Bryan David each scored, with David converting a three-point play, as Revere went into halftime down 27-20. The Patriots put together their strongest stretch after the break. Berry scored six more points in the third quarter to finish with 14 points and seven rebounds. Dobre added a fast-break basket, Cespedes finished a putback and free throws, and David and senior forward Jadrian Sanchez chipped in as Revere cut the deficit to one, trailing 38-37 heading into the fourth. The final quarter turned into a defensive battle, with baskets coming at a premium. Revere received scoring from Berry, Dobre and Albano, while David delivered a strong performance inside, finishing with nine points and 11 rebounds. David’s two late baskets trimmed the lead to three with just over a minute remaining, but Lynn English capitalized at the foul line down the stretch and hit a key 3-pointer to seal a 56-47 win. “I thought we played with more spirit on both ends of the floor,” Leary said. “We are going to have to win games this year with our defense, our rebounding and taking care of the basketball. We had too many turnovers again, which gave Lynn English more opportunities to score, and I think that was the difference in the game.” The Patriots will host their annual holiday tournament beginning Monday, Dec. 29, with East Boston facing Stoneham at 3 p.m., followed by Revere against Malden at 4:30 p.m. The consolation game is scheduled for Tuesday, Dec. 30, at 3 p.m., with the championship game to follow at 4:30 p.m. Facebook.com/Advocate.news.ma REAL ESTATE TRANSACTIONS BUYER1 Benitez, Susana Costa-Hernandez, Karen L Do, Tho Gomez, Delvin Hoxha, Milaim Jaramilla, Maria A Li, Janice J Mulone, Nicole Munoz, Jonattan Nguyen, Ngoc T Patel, Prakash B Purohit, Jigarkumar Purohit, Jigarkumar Recinos, Cristian E Sacco, Peter A Sacco, Peter A Torgersen, Joseph Villanueva, Juan Wurzburger, Vittorio Martinez, Maria Restrepo, Rosa O Patel, Jagrutiben R Hoxha, Hona BUYER2 Benitez, Cristian C SELLER1 Zepaj Development LLC Flores Properties LLC Canelas, Leslie Billiken Investments LLC Zepaj Development LLC Zingariello Concetta Est 133 Salem Development LLC 133 Salem Development LLC 93 Bellingham T Nguyen, Linh Zepaj Development LLC 133 Salem Development LLC 133 Salem Development LLC Maffeo, Sergio Socco Ft Socco Ft 133 Salem Development LLC Constitution Prop LLC 21-23 Thornton Street LLC Sablone-Maffeo, Jessica Steriti, Antonia M Steriti, Antonia M Zingariello, Carmine Krumsiek, Matthew P SELLER2 ADDRESS 8 Revere St #2 25 Steeple St 379 Fenno St 39 Howard St 8 Revere St #1 64 Fairfield St 133 Salem St #313 133 Salem St #107 93 Bellingham Ave 12 Neponset St 8 Revere St #9 133 Salem St #214 133 Salem St #407 209 Suffolk Ave Atwood St 9 Washington St 133 Salem St #206 22 Walnut St 21 Thornton St #1 12.04.25 12.05.25 12.03.25 12.02.25 12.04.25 12.03.25 12.01.25 12.01.25 12.05.25 12.03.25 12.04.25 12.04.25 12.04.25 12.03.25 12.03.25 12.04.25 12.04.25 12.02.25 Revere Copyrighted material previously published in Banker & Tradesman/The Commercial Record, a weekly trade newspaper. 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THE REVERE ADVOCATE – WEDnEsDAy, DECEmbER 24, 2025 Page 21 OBITUARY Family and friends are invited to attend a Memorial Visitation on Saturday, January 3rd from1 PM – 3 PM in the Vertuccio Smith & Vazza Beechwood Home for Funerals, 262 Beach St., Revere. A funeral service will follow the visitation at 3 PM. Interment will be private. In Lieu of fl owers please make a donation in Chuck’s name to the DAV P.O. Box 14307, Cincinnati, OH 45250-0301. United States in 1967 via Ellis Island in New York City and immediately settled in Revere where she remained a longtime resident. Gabriella was a devoted wife and mother and she also worked outside of the home to help support her family. She worked in the kitchen at Suff olk University for many years. She loved to cook and shared her love through her delicious meals with her family and friends. She is the beloved wife of Charles H. “Chuck” Brownell D ied on Saturday, December 13th at the Massachusetts General Hospital with his family by his side, following a hard fought battle from Lung cancer, he was 62 years old. Chuck was born on July 9, 1963, in Lynn to his late parents, Patricia (Walsh) Brownell and John S. Brownell, Sr., he was one of fi ve children raised and educated in Revere. Chuck was a very proud veteran of the United States Army. He proudly served his country from 1982 to 1987 and was honorably discharged. Chuck was a talented carpenter and worked in the construction fi eld throughout his career. For a portion of his life, he worked alongside his father, and it was with him where he learned his trade. Chuck was an avid sports fan and was a New England Patriots super fan. He loved the Patriots and planned his day around their schedule. He also enjoyed watching the Red Sox as well as the other Boston sports teams. Chuck was a friend of “Bill W.” and he was proud of his association and sobriety, where he had made many friends and helped many reach their sobriety. Most of all Chuck loved his family. He cherished being together with them for the holidays and any special events. He is the cherished brother of Cheryl Miller of Saugus, John S. Brownell, Sr. and his wife Karen of Saugus, Glenn Brownell of Franklin, and the late Ronald Brownell. He is the loving uncle to several nieces and nephews. Carlo Castellucci of Revere and devoted mother of Sandra Grillo of Revere. Cherished grandmother of Damiano and Nicholas. She is the dear sister of Giuseppe Ciangola of Italy and the late Nello Ciangola. She is also lovingly survived by several nieces and nephews. Family and friends were inGabriella M. (Ciangola) Castellucci O f Revere. Passed away on December 15th, in the peaceful surroundings of her home and with her family by her side. She was 82 years of age. Born in Alatri, Italy she was the daughter of Giovanni and Marcella (Tagliaferi) Ciangola. She immigrated to the vited to attend Visiting Hours on Monday, December 22nd from the Vertuccio Smith & Vazza, Beechwood Home for Funerals, Revere. Her Funeral was held at the Funeral Home on Tuesday, followed by a Funeral Mass in St. Anthony of Padua Church, Revere. Entombment followed in Woodlawn Cemetery – Versailles Mausoleum, Everett. In lieu of flowers, remembrances may be made to the American Cancer Society, P.O. Box 6704, Hagerstown, MD 21741. OFFICE FOR RENT - EVERETT FURNISHED ROOM FOR RENT EVERETT 1 bedroom, 1 bath furnished room for rent. $275. per week rent. Two week deposit plus 1 week rent required. Call: 617-435-9047 - NO TEXT Prime Professional Office Space, 1600 Sq. Ft. located on Broadway near the heart of Everett business district. Off-street parking for 1-2 vehicles. Call: 617-699-0887
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