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(Advocate photo by Neil Zolot) By Neil Zolot O n the eve of Recovery Awareness Month, Revere marked International Overdose Awareness Day with a candlelight memorial vigil at Remembrance Park, Thursday, August 31. Hundreds of names of people who had succumbed to substance CANDLELIGHT | SEE Page 16 “I think it is a perfect time for a new vision and new leadership,†said Visconti in an interview with The Revere Advocate. “People want change. We can’t continue on the path we’ve been on for the past eight years. The next four years can’t be the same. As mayor, I will bring that change,†he said. And the change Visconti hopes to bring to Revere is direct and simple. “We need to put residents fi rst,†he said. “I only care about what’s in the best interest of residents. Overdevelopment, where we put developers fi rst, has to stop.†Like other candidates, Visconti has been out knocking on doors and speaking with residents for the past couple of months. 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CIGAR 170 REVERE ST., REVERE (781) 289-4959 Former State Representative RoseLee Vincent Endorses Alexander Rhalimi improving the lives of our residents. His strong work ethic, integrity, and understanding of the challenges our city faces make him a standout candidate.†Alexander Rhalimi holds a Masters degree in Criminal Justice from Boston University. His educational background can be valuable when interpreting and crafting local ordinances, policies, and regulations as a member of the city council. His knowledge can inform discussions and decisions related to public safety initiatives, law enforcement practices, and community policing. Throughout his life, Rhalimi has actively engaged with the Revere community. He has volunteered with several local non-profi t organizations and has a deep understanding of the issues that matter most to residents. Rhalimi is currently the principal of Alliance Financial Group, equipping him with a solid foundation in fi scal management and economic matters. Rhalimi expressed his gratitude for the endorsement, stating, “I am deeply honored to have the support of former State Representative RoseLee Vincent. Her tireless dedication to our community has inspired me, and I am committed to carrying forward her legacy of service and advocacy.†Rhalimi is dedicated to fostering a vibrant and inclusive community. His campaign platform is centered around key policy priorities that address the diverse needs of Revere’s residents. Rhalimi is committed to enhancing community engagement and transparency, ensuring public safety through community policing, and promoting sustainable economic development to create job opportunities. He is a strong advocate for aff ordable housing solutions and equitable housing policies, aiming to provide stable and aff ordable living options for all. Rhalimi also prioritizes education and youth empowerment, aiming to collaborate with local schools and organizations to improve educational outcomes and provide meaningful opporPOLITICAL | SEE Page 3 Chris 2023 ׉ Ú7cassandra://nsYmv4ZfwuskDolt4UM3aFuenRyza8QIbrn0OPOrNwsÍ0 Í`Ì°Í×dúBñ†l–Zò=׉EÚoTHE REVERE ADVOCATE – FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 8, 2023 Page 3 ~ POLITICAL ENDORSEMENTS ~ Councillor Silvestri Receives Several Key Union Endorsements REVERE, MA, September 8, 2023 — Revere City Councillor At-Large Marc Silvestri has been endorsed by the Laborers Union Local 22, Greater Boston Labor Council, Teamsters Local 25, IBEW Local 103, IBEW Local 2222, Boston Carmen’s Union Local 589, and Plumbers & Gasfi tters Local 12 in his bid for re-election ahead of the September 19 preliminary. “Being a long-time union member and supporter, I’m extremely honored to receive these endorsements. These unions represent tens of thousands of members throughout the Greater Boston area and provide quality job opportunities for Revere residents,†Silvestri said. “Unions are the backbone of our working-class community and essential for providing jobs with livable wages and safe working conditions and contributing to the city’s economic vitality.†Before joining the US Army, Silvestri was a member of Laborers Local 22 and re-activated his membership when he worked at Revere City Hall. “The Executive Board and members of Local 22 unanimously voted to endorse Councillor Silvestri for re-election as Councillor AtLarge for the City of Revere. We are grateful for Marc’s support POLITICAL | FROM Page 2 tunities for young residents. Additionally, he is passionate about environment sustainability, advocating for renewable energy initiatives and infrastructure improvements to ensure a greener future and protect the Point of Pines neighborhood. Rhalimi’s platform also emphasizes transportation enhancements for seniors in Revere, social services support, and initiatives that promote diversity, equity, and inclusion, all aimed at building said. “I am grateful to have the support and confi dence of the hard-working men and women represented by these unions, and I will continue fi ghting to ensure any large-scale development in Revere is 100% union-built. During his time on the council, MARC SILVESTRI Councillor-At-Large and commitment to the working men and women community and the construction industry,†said Daniel Ottaviano, Business Manager of Local 22. As a strong ally for organized labor, Silvestri has walked the picket lines at Stop & Shop alongside members of Local 1445 and recently joined the GBLC at a SAG-AFTA rally in Boston. “Revere is a working-class community, and the quality of life of our residents depends on the quality of our jobs. I will always support organizations that prioritize their workers’ well-being, just as I will continue to prioritize our residents’ well-being and quality of life,†Silvestri a stronger, more resilient Revere that thrives on community engagement and positive change. The endorsement from Former State Representative RoseLee Vincent adds to the growing momentum of Alexander Rhalimi’s campaign. Residents and supporters alike are looking forward to a future of positive change and progress under his leadership. For media inquiries or further information, please contact: Alexander Rhalimi, candidate for Councillor at Large Vote@RhalimiforRevere.org (617) 312.4755 Silvestri has worked hard to support our local economy and explore new economic opportunities for Revere and its residents and remains committed to ensuring our community continues to thrive. 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Davine and Massachusetts Firefi ghting Academy (MFA) Director Jeff rey P. Winn announced the graduation of 22 fi refi ghters from the 50-day Career Recruit Firefi ghting Training Program, including six from Revere. “Massachusetts firefighters are on the frontlines protecting their communities every day, and today’s graduates are needed now more than ever,†said State Fire Marshal Davine. “The hundreds of hours of foundational training they’ve received will provide them with the physical, mental, and technical skills to perform their jobs eff ectively and safely.†“Massachusetts Firefighting Academy instructors draw on decades of experience in the fi re service to train new recruits,†said Director Winn. “Through consistent classroom instruction and practical exercises, today’s graduates have developed the tools they’ll need to work seamlessly with veteran firefighters in their home departments and in neighboring communities as mutual aid.†Basic fi refi ghter skills Students receive classroom training in all basic firefighter skills. They practice fi rst under non-fire conditions and then during controlled fire conditions. To graduate, students must demonstrate profi ciency in life safety, search and rescue, ladder operations, water supply, pump operation and fi re attack. Fire attack operations range from mailbox fi res to multiple-fl oor or multiple-room structural fi res. Upon successful completion of the Career Recruit Program, all students have met the national standards of NFPA 1001, Standard for Fire Fighter Professional Qualifi - cations, and are certifi ed to the levels of Firefi ghter I/II and Hazardous Materials First Responder Operations by the Massachusetts Fire Training Council, which is accredited by the National Board on Fire Service Professional Qualifi cations. Revere graduates: Top row: Joshua Arsenault, Robert Crowe, Christopher D’Eramo and John D’Eramo; bottom row: Leann DiCarlo and Devin Tango. Today’s fi refi ghters do much more than fi ght fi res Modern firefighters train for and respond to all types of hazards and emergencies. They are the fi rst ones called to respond to chemical and environmental emergencies, ranging from the suspected presence of carbon monoxide to gas leaks to industrial chemical spills. They might be called to rescue a child who has fallen through the ice, an offi ce worker stuck in an elevator or a motorist trapped in a crashed vehicle. They test and maintain their equipment, including self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA), hydrants, hoses, power tools, and apparatus. At the MFA, recruits learn all these skills and more, including the latest science of fi re behavior and suppression tactics, from certifi ed fi re instructors. They also receive training in public fi re education, hazardous material incident mitigation, flammable liquids, stress management and self-rescue techniques. The intensive, 10-week program involves classroom instruction, physical fi tness training, fi refi ghter skills training and live fi refi ghting practice. The MFA provides recruit and in-service training for career, call and volunteer fi refi ghters at every level of experience, from recruit to chief offi cer, at campuses in Stow, Springfi eld and Bridgewater. 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During a demonstration at Hines U.S. Property Partners offi ces at One International Plc. in Boston, members from Iron Workers Local 7, Bricklayers & Allied Craftsmen Local 3 and Laborers’ Local 22 protested the international real estate giant’s anti-union policies at its Chelsea Point project. Michelle stood with, among others, Local 7 Business Agent Kevin Collins, Local 22 Business Manager/Secretary Treasurer Daniel Ottaviano and Local 3 Field Representative James Daly to show her support for workers. Councillor Silvestri is a US Army Veteran and experienced leader with a proven record of dedication and service to our country and community. Since being elected to the Revere City Council in 2021, he has been a champion for our residents and a strong advocate for education, public safety, and health and human services to ensure that Revere remains a safe and welcomingcommunity. 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The three-day fun family event features a wide variety of sweet and savory food, a beer garden, amusement rides, games, parades and music that spans four decades of dance, pop and rock. Fe stivities begin on Friday at 6:00 p.m., when Saints 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 Need a hall for your special event? The Schiavo Club, located at 71 Tileston Street, Everett is available for your Birthdays, Anniversaries, Sweet 16 parties and more? Call Dennis at (857) 249-7882 for details. from the Basilica and National Shrine of Our Lady of Lebanon will take place at the outdoor chapel. Warren Street Party Night will begin at 7:30 p.m.! The famous Stevie B will be performing at the Feast! Stevie B is one of the biggest names in pop music from the 1980s and 1990s. He ruled the charts with hit after hit, including “Party Your Body,†“In My Eyes,†“I Wanna Be the One,†“Dreamin’ of Love,†“Spring Love†and “Because I Love You (The Postman Song).†In addition, Club Classic DJ Ricky (formerly of STAR 93.7 FM) will keep the night going and make sure everyone is dancing in the streets! On Saturday, the festivities begin at 1:00 p.m. as the savory aromas of pizza, fried dough, Italian sausages, peppers, zeppoli and much more permeate the air around Cambridge, Porter, and Warren Streets, along with continuous entertainment, including crooner Gian Faraone from New York City annual Italian Feast of Saints Cosmas & Damian – Sept. 8, 9 & 10 Wayne Newton, Stevie B & Rock & Roll Hall of Famers The Coasters headline three-day Feast Cosmas and Damian – accompanied by members of The Saints Cosmas and Damian Society, the North End Marching Band and the faithful – process from their permanent home at 17 Porter St. in East Cambridge to the outdoor chapel overlooking the festival concourse on Warren Street. At 7:00 p.m., a special healing service with the holy relics ofSaints Cosmas and Damian and led by Monsignor Anthony Spinosa (formerly from East Cambridge) and New England’s internationally acclaimed vocal duo, P2. At 6:30 p.m. Saints Cosmas and Damian accompanied by members of the Society, the North End Marching Band, the award-winning Everett High School Marching Band and the faithful will process from the saints’ permanent home at 17 Porter St. to the outdoor chapel. Beginning at 8:00 p.m., Mr. Las Vegas will be coming to East Cambridge! The legendary Wayne Newton will be performing on Warren Street! Wayne Newton is a world renowned and record-setting performer and actor. No other name or person is so defi ning, representative or synonymous with Las Vegas and the entertainment capital of the world than Wayne Newton. Come and hear his iconic signature song, “Danke Schoen,†in addition to countless other top hits – “Daddy, Don’t You Walk So Fast,†“Red Roses for a Blue Lady,†“At This Moment,†“The Letter,†“Summer Wind†and “Yearsâ€! The grand fi nale of the Feast on Sunday begins at 10:30 a.m. with a Mass in honor of the Healing Saints Cosmas and Damian on the Warren Street Stage. At 1:30 p.m. the grand procession with the Saints – accompanied by the North End Marching Band and St. Alfi o’s Marching Band – winds through the streets of East Cambridge and Somerville. Join us from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. for a New England Patriots Street Party and watch the game on our big screen. Prizes and tickets will be given away as well. Come watch the game with us! Local favorites Stephen Savio and Sea Breeze as well as Smokin’ Joe and his band will entertain throughout the day as the food and fun fl ow through the streets. The parade arrives back on Warren Street at 7:00 p.m. for a welcome back confetti celebration followed by a live performance by Rock and Roll Hall of Famers The Coasters (“Yakety Yak,†“Charlie Brown,†“Love Potion No. 9,†“Poison Ivyâ€). Parking is available in Twin City Plaza next to the feast all weekend. For Feast and vendor information, call 617407-1256 or visit www.cosmas-and-damian.org. See you at the Feast! ׉ Ú7cassandra://WMVluyo952eeZOV0f8bxNfByooagf5pKgI4oTkW-f10Í0Í`Ì°Í×dúBñ†l–Zò=׉EÚzTHE REVERE ADVOCATE – FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 8, 2023 Page 7 ~ POLITICAL ENDORSEMENT ~ Painters’ Union Endorses Jaramillo for Council at-large U nion member and Revere City council at-large candidate, Juan Pablo Jaramillo tallies yet another endorsement from the labor union representing painters, IUPAT DC #35. Jaramillo who has pledged to make Revere a city for working people by working people is proving to be the candidate of choice for blue collar workers in the city with the announcement of this latest endorsement. “Throughout his life and career, Juan has demonstrated a clear passion for public service, uplifting workers, and the city of Revere. His background and track record make him an ideal candidate for the Revere City Council, and it is why the International Union of Painters and Allied Trades District Council #35 (IUPAT DC #35) is proud to endorse him,†said Chris Brennan, Business Manager/Secretary-Treasurer, IUPAT DC #35. The painters represent thousands of workers in and around the city of Revere and have been a leader in fi ghting for and winning strong union contracts for its workers. Jaramillo said that he was “proud to receive the support for IUPAT DC #35. Our residents deserve strong jobs and our city needs strong community agreements that uplift the workers that live here. City government is in charge of improving the quality of life and material circumstances of families. We can do that inpart by ensuring that our working families are taken care of with good paying jobs and strong benefi ts, and I know that we will deliver that in partnership with unions like DC #35.†Jaramillo has touted his labor organizing background and experience as a legislative director as reasons for working families to vote him on to the Revere City Council. As a young organizer he participated in the fi ght to bring paid family and medical leave for families and an increase in the minimum wage, both of which were winning campaigns. In closing Brennan added that because of Juan’s “background of working in both state and loKeefe Campaign Endorsed by Former Representative Joe Kennedy, III cal government, and the union movement, we have the highest confi dence that Juan will be an eff ective advocate for the people of Revere, and for standards that will ensure quality, family-sustaining jobs for Revere residents.†Jaramillo has amassed a great deal of endorsements from organizations that serve Revere residents like DC #35 and IBEW 103 and local leaders like State Senator Lydia Edwards who represents Revere, Ward 1 City Councillor Joanne McKenna, and School Committeewoman Stacey Rizzo among others. He will be on the ballot on September 19th after qualifying by submitting more than 500 nomination signatures, ten-times the amount required to qualify. Should he get past the preliminary he will be on the ballot for the November 7th General Election. Saint Anthony’s Flea Market 250 Revere St., Revere Indoor Flea Market Saturday, September 9th from 8:00 AM - 2:00 PM ~ Admission Only .50 Cents ~ FREE COFFEE AND TEA NEW DEALERS WELCOME For info, call Lynda: (781) 910-8615 Watch for our October and December dates JOHN MACKEY & ASSOCIATES ~ Attorneys at Law ~ * PERSONAL INJURY * REAL ESTATE * FAMILY LAW * PERSONAL BANKRUPTCY * LANDLORD/TENANT DISPUTES 14 Norwood Street Everett, MA 02149 Phone: (617) 387-4900 Fax: (617) 381-1755 WWW.JMACKEYLAW.COM COME BY THE WOBURN  îƒœîƒŽîƒ™îƒ î€Ÿî€¦î‚´î€ î€¡ FOR FREE COFFEE, PASTRIES AND A FREE YETI TUMBLER.   îƒî‚¸ CAST YOUR VOTE FOR WHICH CHARITY WILL RECEIVE A $10,000 DONATION FROM EVERETT BANK. OTHERS WILL GET $5,000 EACH. ASK ABOUT OUR GREAT CD RATES! REVERE, MA (SEPTEMBER 5, 2023) - Acting Mayor Patrick Keefe is endorsed by Former Representative Joe Kennedy III. “Patrick Keefe is the best choice to be Revere’s next mayor. His hard work and dedication are second only to the care and compassion he brings to whatever he sets his mind to,†said Kennedy III. “My time in Revere showed me that it is a community that cares about results - and Patrick Keefe gets results.†Everett Bank is open in Woburn. A NEW BRANCH WITH YOU IN MIND. Everett Bank is thrilled to announce the upcoming opening of our new branch at 331 Montvale Ave. You are invited to our celebration event on Monday, September 18, at 9 a.m. Exceptional service and convenient banking options, right in your neighborhood! Visit everettbank.com for more info. 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We’re back to serving our Full Menu featuring all your favorite Italian Specialties and American Classics! Catch ALL The Live Sports Action On Our Large Screen TV’s www.eight10barandgrille.com For Advertising with Results, call he Adv cate Ne spapers call The Advocate Newspapers at 781-286-8500 or Info@advocatenews.net Revere residents to participate in Boston Marathon® Jimmy Fund Walk presented by Hyundai Sheila Anzuoni, Theresa Traniello, and Patricia Esposito will join thousands in the iconic fundraising walk for Dana-Farber Cancer Institute to support all forms of cancer research and care REVERE, MASS.—Six residents Jimmy from Revere will participate in the Boston Marathon® Fund Walk presented by Hyundai on Sunday, October 1. Sheila Anzuoni, Theresa Traniello, Patricia Esposito, Renee Griffi n, Lily Garceau, and Evelyn Griffin, along with thousands of other walkers, will participate in the iconic annual event that will unite the community to raise funds to support all forms of adult and pediatric care and cancer research at the nation’s premier cancer center, DanaFarber Cancer Institute. The Jimmy Fund Walk has raised more than $167 million for Dana-Farber Cancer in its 34-year history, raising a record-breaking more than $8.8 million in 2022. “Throughout the past 34 years, the Jimmy Fund Walk has continuously supported life-saving research and cancer care at Dana-Farber. The 2023 Walk will be held during the Here’s just a dozen reasons why Joanne has been re-elected to four terms as your Ward 1 Councillor. Jimmy Fund’s 75th anniversary year and will aim to raise $9 million in the eff ort to prevent, treat, and defy cancer,†said Zack Blackburn, Director of the Jimmy Fund Walk. “This year also marks the 35th annual Jimmy Fund Walk. We are eager to get out on the course and see all our outstanding walkers and teams come together to support this great cause.†The Jimmy Fund Walk is the only organized walk permitted on the famed Boston Marathon® course, and participants have the flexibility to choose from four distance options: 5K walk (from Dana-Farber Cancer Institute’s Longwood Medical Campus), 10K walk (from Newton), Half Marathon walk (from Wellesley), and Marathon walk (from Hopkinton). Whatever route walkers choose, participants will be treated to 10 refueling stations as well as poster-sized photographs of patients – Jimmy Fund Walk Heroes – displayed at each mile and half-mile marker as inspiration. All four routes of the Jimmy Fund Walk will culminate at the Jimmy Fund Walk Finish Line Powered by Schneider Electric. Due to construction in Copley Square, the Jimmy Fund Walk Finish Line location has been moved to the Fenway neighborhood for 2023. Walkers should know that distances may be slightly shorter as we fi nish the walk in front of Fenway Park. The fi nish line will include a celebration complete with food, music, and a speaking program. If walkers wish to participate a bit closer to home, the Jimmy Fund Walk has fl exible opportunities. Participants can also join the event virtually by “walking their way†from wherever they are most comfortable—in their neighborhood, on a favorite hiking trail, or on a treadmill at home. Materials to support Virtual Walkers are available. To register to walk or volunteer (#JimmyFundWalk) or to support a walker, visit www.JimmyFundWalk.org or call (866) 531-9255. Registrants can enter the promo code NEWS for $5 off the registration fee. All registered walkers will receive a bib, medal, and a Jimmy Fund Walk T-shirt. RevereTV Spotlight T he newest episode of “Fabulous Foods with Victoria FabJoanne proudly stands by her record. Just like the voters. RE-ELECT Joanne McKenna Your Ward 1 City Councillor (Pol. Adv.) bo†is now playing on the Community Channel. If you are looking for some healthy new recipes to send with your kids to school this year, you’ll want to catch this episode. To follow along, watch on YouTube at your convenience as Victoria makes a smoothie, chia seed pudding, a classic peanut butter and jelly with dates, and a nutritional take on tuna salad with fruit. There are plenty of options on this episode! Check out all of her past episodes in the YouTube playlist by RevereTV. Last week was the Annual Revere Overdose Memorial at Remembrance Park (located at the corner of Broadsound and Leverett Avenues in Beachmont). The ceremony was about ending the stigma around substance use disorder struggles and memorializing those lost. Watch the recording of this year’s memorial now playing on the RevereTV Community Channel. The ceremony will also be posted to RTV’s Facebook and YouTube pages. Brazil’s Independence Day is during this week, and some Revere community members commemorated it with a flag raising ceremony on Tuesday on the lawn of City Hall. This ceremony aired live on RevereTV, and it will replay over the next few weeks on the Community Channel. Watch this celebration along with others from this year so far on RevereTV’s YouTube page. This summer included Colombian Independence Day and Peruvian Independence Day as well. All fl ag raisings at City Hall are open to everyone to participate in and enjoy. This week be on the lookout to hear from the candidates running in this year’s city election. An opportunity to record or submit candidate statements was offered by RevereTV to every candidate in every race. The statements are videos of fi ve minutes or less that are posted to RevereTV’s YouTube page, and they are now playing on RTV GOV. This was off ered as an outlet for candidates to speak directly to Revere residents about their campaigns. Any candidate REVERETV | SEE Page 18 ׉ Ú7cassandra://BbArTP2kbWkdt95do28a8DjpOqC00khd1KZNuR4VOAoÍ.]Í`Ì°Í×dúBñ†l–Zò=׉EÚtTHE REVERE ADVOCATE – FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 8, 2023 Page 9 RSCHP hosts Revere resident from Bosnia O n August 27, the Revere Society for Cultural and Historic Preservation (RSCHP) was proud to host Revere resident Jasmina Dervisevic-Cesic at the Revere oir of Visegrad, Bosnia,†which was available for purchase after the presentation. The memoir details her life in Bosnia and her escape from genocide which led her to Revere. A vibrant sense of community fi lled the museum throughout the afternoon, due in large part to the eff orts of her family and friends, who made sure that all the attendees were able to experience a taste of their culture. All of us at RSCHP would like to thank Jasmina and the Bosnian community for providing us with such an incredible afKEEFE Patrick MAYOR Believe in Revere Keep Revere Moving Forward! Revere resident Jasmina Dervisevic-Cesic KEEFE Patrick MAYOR Believe in Revere On Tuesday September 19, Vote Patrick Keefe for Mayor of Revere Traditional Bosnian coff ee set History Museum. Dervisevic-Cesic provided a packed meeting room with an engaging presentation on Bosnia, which was followed up by traditional Bosnian treats and coff ee in the museum’s multicultural exhibit room. This room now features several artifacts – donated by Dervisevic-Cesic – that illuminate various aspects of Bosnia’s rich culture and history. Dervisevic-Cesic also discussed her memoir, “The River Runs Salt, Runs Sweet: A MemFor Advertising with Results, call The Adv call The Advocatocate Newspapers Newspapers at 781-286-8500 or Info@advocatenews.net KEEFE Patrick MAYOR Believe in Revere A New Revere High School,  îîƒî”î– î€¦î‡î˜î‡îŽî‘î’îî‡îî– î–îŠîƒî– î–î• with our community,  îšî’îƒîî† î–îŠî‡ î‡îî‹î‘î” î€´î‡î•î‹î†î‡îî–î‹îƒîŽ Tax Exemption,   î‡î•î’î‘îî•î‹î˜î‡ î‹î–î› î€ªîƒîŽîŽ î™îŠî‡î”î‡ everyone can be heard! KEEFE Patrick MAYOR Believe in Revere ternoon at the museum, and we encourage everyone to attend the “Taste of Bosnia and Herzegovina Festival,†which is being held at Griswold Park on Sunday, September 24. ׉ Ú7cassandra://IHnwHCX9FOPPSByvadR5T1NKMj4RJxJmq4VDJr5Ij78Í1Í`Ì°Í×dúBñ†l–Zò=×dúBñ†l–Zò=Í P̀בC’טšÍ(Í€u׉œ”׉ Ú7cassandra://uNWpZfZ6FjHr5jqpeui4CA9UrPfMlw3JvoN0MXuqmIkβ Í`ÍœÍ)׉ Ú7cassandra://smdqNYoAxfWrN6ZYOboyViCo0W2EZoWWcKgsdVo6Z4QÍšêÍ`ÍJÍà׉ Ú7cassandra://85cKO8oMSvjvL7KQh8Y5kMeUrETez1lJ479jDqbQQ-IÍ2\Í`Ì°Í׉ Ú7cassandra://Wq47cVvS91sextXSSJZ4sNq5Q0iI04zR0sv3zi-8_noθ̞͠ÍÅÍñ×dúBô†l–Zò=OטšÍ(Í(Í€u׉œ”׉ Ú7cassandra://rsE6v_tmhB8w1-I4-ZHLJE3OpKG0ZJvhoEDgNL9MOHwΨÍ`ÍœÍ)׉ Ú7cassandra://VFDbvDe7ASrIZ_DLTpWE2v8_mj7mAGJ3kanXOl7iIFgÍ‹œÍ`ÍJÍà׉ Ú7cassandra://RbiTKsowdZ7FJNnd8pFHziXZFlEA9GwneRbJgE9T_XoÍ-ÛÍ`Ì°Í׉ Ú7cassandra://TJdvKMCAILaIKqrpMM2CmvX_cstPGbnQCm01GvioZq8ÎV@ÌÍ ÍÅÍñ×dúBô†l–Zò=P׉EÚ„Page 10 THE REVERE ADVOCATE – FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 8, 2023 Revere’s Annual Candlelight Memorial Service – remembering loved ones lost to drug addiction Photos of family members lost to drug addiction were placed around Memorial Park. Councillor-at-Large and Candidate for Mayor Gerri Visconti is shown with State Senator Lydia Edwards at the Revere Memorial Service last week. At the memorial service, Josh Miller from the Revere Police Department’s Behavioral Health Unit read some of the names of those lost. Lisa Mack and Heather Silva hold lighted candles and wear a photo of their lost loved one on their sweatshirt. Councillor-at-Large and Candidate for Mayor Steve Morabito, City Council President Pro Tempore/Ward 1 Councillor Joanne McKenna and Councillor and Candidate for Mayor/former Mayor Dan Rizzo at Memorial Park last week Acting Mayor Patrick Keefe off ers words of comfort and hope. Councillor-at-Large Marc Silvestri with Sienna and Nicole Silvestri, Dee Mantia, Jenn Hill and Doreen Steele The candles are lit to remember those lost; shown are Mary Callahan and Candidate for Ward 5 Councillor Angela Guarino-Sawaya. Wyatt Walley reads some of the family writings about their loved one. Deb Hanscom prepares for the service. Deb is the founder of “Just a Little Help Burial Fund.†Chris Alba reads some of the names of lost loved ones, assisted by event organizer Carrieann Salemme. ׉ Ú7cassandra://85cKO8oMSvjvL7KQh8Y5kMeUrETez1lJ479jDqbQQ-IÍ2\Í`Ì°Í×dúBñ†l–Zò=׉EÚóTHE REVERE ADVOCATE – FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 8, 2023 Page 11 Revere’s “Just a Little Help Burial Fund†has become a godsend to many families in need of help during a very trying time. L ast Thursday evening at Memorial Park in Beachmont, friends and family gathered to remember their loved ones lost to drug addiction. This annual event gives families and friends a chance to grieve with others who understand their pain and know the tragedy and heartbreak they have gone through. Tears are shed, prayers are off ered up in hope of a coming peace, and that soon, there will be a cure or by a miracle a stop in the fl ow of drugs worldwide. Revere Police Chief Dave Callahan and Acting Mayor Patrick Keefe both offered their condolences and words of encouragement. Councillor-at-Large Marc Silvestri with Revere City Council Candidates Anthony Parziale and Dom Martelli Finn is comforted by Addriana Villalobos and Devin Splain. Minnah Sheikh and Kathy Nguyen with their lighted candles during the ceremony Helen Cirillo signs the guest book. Family and friends and caring neighbors attended the Candle Light Memorial Service last week at Memorial Park – remembering those lost to drug addiction. Revere Police Chief Dave Callahan with State Rep. Jeff Turco and City Council President Pro Tempore/Ward 1 Councillor Joanne McKenna State Senator Lydia Edwards with Dan Maguire Revere Police Chief Dave Callahan took part in the memorial ceremony. 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Keefe S 425r Broadway, Saugus Located adjacent to Kohls Plaza Route 1 South in Saugus at the intersection of Walnut St. We are on MBTA Bus Route 429 781-231-1111 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. Sunday Monday Tuesday $9.00 Price includes Roller Skates Rollerblades/inline skates $3.00 additional cost Private Parties 7:30-11 p.m. $10.00 Price includes Roller Skates Adult Night 18+ Only Wednesday Thursday Friday Everyone must pay admission after 6 p.m. Private Parties Private Parties 4-11 p.m. Saturday 12-11 p.m. $9.00 $9.00 Everyone must pay admission after 6 p.m. Sorry No Checks - ATM on site Roller skate rentals included in all prices Inline Skate Rentals $3.00 additional BIRTHDAY & PRIVATE PARTIES AVAILABLE www.roller-world.com ince I became Acting Mayor in April, I have approved the hiring of fi re fi ghters, police offi - cers, part-time workers in the Senior Summer Program, laborers and craftsmen in Department of Public Works and Parks Department, assistant librarians, parking control offi cers, school crossing guards, clerks, public health nurses, and a few other of the myriad functionary positions in City government. But last Monday night, based an opinion written by a lawyer who has no offi cial capacity to declare anything binding in our city, the Council voted that “… the Acting Mayor immediately cease and desist taking actions admitting of delay resulting in permanent appointments or hires.†The Council thinks that it would have been just fine to wait eight months—until a new Mayor is inaugurated—before fi lling open positions that drive the basic operation of responsive and eff ective government. They pretend that duties of an “Acting Mayor†do not include fundamental service to our residents and to the dedicated people already on the municipal payroll who come to work every day to respond to the public’s demands and inquiries. When this issue fl ared up in May, an opinion authorized by our City Solicitor determined that the Acting Mayor is authorized to hire needed employees who serve the public and allow the City to function in an effi - cient, consistent, and productive manner. I have acted in accord with the Solicitor’s opinion. Hiring employees is a fundamental and routine function of government. I never pretended that I could or would hire Department heads or Chiefs while I fulfi lled the duties that I assumed under our City Charter. So, what motivated the Council to interfere with this crucial, fundamental duty to be carried out by an Acting Mayor? Why would they seek an opinion to challenge our City Solicitor’s opinion—something that I believe they have never done in the Solicitor’s 22 years of service? Probably because none of my opponents who seek to stop me, an Acting Mayor, from hiring municipal functionaries have ever managed any important, large-scale operation. They are lost in an obsolete era where municipal jobs were handed out only as political favor or capital. They have no idea that in the modern and professional methods now in place at City Hall, jobs are fi lled by qualifi ed individuals, and only when clearly-defi ned criteria are met. Hiring decisions are made following an interview process by experienced Human Resources staff and Department heads. In the real world, this is called Best Business Practices, and that’s what’s done at Revere City Hall. Those who voted that I cease and desist serving the public are fi xated on childish politics instead of good government. I steer clear of such silly behavior. I rely on common sense and lawful practices, and I will continue to provide the leadership that produces positive results for the City of Revere. Patriots Girls Track Head Coach has high hopes for 2023 season By Dom Nicastro perience to the team. We caught up with Sinnott T he Revere High School Patriots girls cross-country team, under the leadership of Coach Katie Sinnott, has seen a variety of seasons since she took the helm around 2003. 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It’s the pride in seeing her student-athletes work hard, compete and strive to surpass personal running goals. “The athletes on the team, plus the general supportive nature that cross-country brings,†Sinnott said when asked what inspires her to coach. “No matter if you are fi rst or last, you have people rooting for you. There is nothing better than when a runner sets a goal and surpasses it. The accomplishments all of them meet over the season are really motivating for me to keep coming back.†As for participation for the 2023 season, Sinnott said the team is 2023 SEASON | SEE Page 16 ~ Legal Notice ~ Route 1A RiverFront Roadway Infrastructure Improvement Project Public Presentation Hosted by the City of Revere Dept. of Community Development & Howard Stein Hudson Engineering Revere City Council Chambers Tuesday, September 26, 2023, at 6:00 pm Zoom link available by visiting: https://www.revere. org/business-development/planning-initiatives September 08, 15, 2023 ׉ Ú7cassandra://_jIDAy4SxYf9JLt0xNQDHiGWAHPo13CPRJyCc08khfgÍ*šÍ`Ì°Í×dúBñ†l–Zò= ׉EÚÕTHE REVERE ADVOCATE – FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 8, 2023 Page 13 City of Revere Launches Phase 2 of Storefront and Signage Improvement Program for Broadway and Shirley Ave. Small Businesses Application Open Until September 9, 2023 REVERE, MA- The City of Revere’s Department of Planning and Community Development (DPCD) has launched Phase 2 of its Storefront and Signage Improvement Program. Through the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA), DPCD will grant up to $7,500.00 for signage improvements or up to $50,000.00 for exterior storefront improvements to eligible small business and commercial property owners in the Broadway and Shirley Avenue Business Districts. The grant award provides in-kind design consulting services and renderings from Urban Designers Gamble Associates and Omloop. Prior to fi lling out the Phase 2 application, it is strongly encouraged that all applicants read the program guidelines before applying. The application process will occur over several months with Grant Award Notifi cations to be announced no later than January 30th , 2024. Eligible Upgrades Eligible exterior upgrades and replacements projects proposal for storefronts can include • Exterior Painting • Removing inappropriate and or incompatible exteriors fi nishes and materials. • Restoring exterior finishes and materials • Installation of safety glass • Recessing/reconfi guring of existing storefront doors and entrances to meet ADA compliance. • Repairing or replacing existing storefront window systems • Exterior building signage and lighting • Repairing or replacement of existing awning Examples of eligible upgrades are illustrated in the City of Revere Commercial District Design Guidelines. GRANT PROCESS SCHEDULE The schedule of the grant process and deadlines for the submission of information by prospective applicants is outlined below. Applicants will receive notifi cation from DPCD staff regarding additional fi nancial and tenant information and other program notifi cations throughout the application process. Changes to the dates outlined below will be issued directly to the applicant by DPCD staff . • Program guidelines available 8/29/2023 • Program application open from 9/1/2023 to 9/15/2023 ~ LETTER TO THE EDITOR ~ Mr. Visconti; are you misguided or misleading the voters? Dear Candidate Visconti, On several occasions you’ve recently stated, as part of your campaign, do the Revere voters want 12 years of the same? I’m not sure whether your statement is misguided or intentionally misleading. To group Dan Rizzo in with what’s taken place over the last 8 years is simply incorrect. And beneath what you are capable of. Over the last two months I’ve spoken to many people regarding your candidacy. As part of those discussions, I’ve been very supportive of your abilities. In fact, I’ve stated to many people that you are the second-best choice, but you are not ready yet to be the city’s leader. You’re well spoken, intelligent and passionate about the city we live in. That’s why I’m disappointed in your statements regarding Dan Rizzo’s accomplishments. I’d expect statements like that from Acting Mayor Keefe but didn’t expect them from you. When you say, “over the last 12 years†what are you referring to? Do you mean apartments? Condominiums? It can’t be those because we both know Dan was against this type of commercial development. Could it be his lack of compassion during the most critical times in our city’s history? Nope, it can’t be that either because we both know how much he did for our residents during those times (the tornado, the crippling snow etc.). So, when you say over the past 12 years, I’m very confused. Can you explain? The fact is, during Dan Rizzo’s tenure as mayor he was focused on positive development that would bring jobs and revenue to the city. He was instrumental in bringing Market Basket to Revere, he was a key supporter of Harley Davidson and MOM’s Boston coming to Revere, and even though he was unable to see it through to fruition, he initiated the dialogue that ultimately brought the hotel at Wonderland. So, that’s why I feel you are either misguided or intentionally misleading the voters. As a voter and a fan of some of the work you’ve done, I was and am disappointed with your misguided and misleading statements. As someone who is looking to be the city’s leader you should be able to be honest and run on your accomplishments, and not by fabricating stories. Trying to get elected by disseminating inaccurate and intentionally misleading statements is best left for the bottom feeders. It’s beneath you and embarrassing to those who are supporting you and helping you. Best regards, Richard Ireton VOTE BOB HAAS for Councillor-at-Large NUMBER 8 ON THE BALLOT • Submission of requested financial or tenancy information from applicants 9/22/2023-10/9/2023. • Verifi cation of applicant’s program eligibility & introduction to design consultants 10/23/2023 to 10/31/2023 • Design consultations between applicants & Gamble Associates and Omloop Design to occur 11/1/2023 to 11/30/2023 • Submission by applicant of fi nal project scope, budget, and quotes from licensed contractor and or signage vendor by 1/15/2024 Prospective applicants can review the Storefront and Signage Improvement Program Phase 2 Guidelines, the City of Revere’s Commercial District Design Guidelines and samples of design renderings by Gamble & Associates and Omloop Designs for grant awardees of Phase 1 of this program by visiting Revere. org/smallbusiness ׉ Ú7cassandra://OLTVI_yDOVJwu-vz2p0ymnvDB1n0aFvdw91n5yDrxvQÍ+óÍ`Ì°Í×dúBñ†l–Zò=!×dúBñ†l–Zò= Í P̀בC’טšÍ(Í€u׉œ”׉ Ú7cassandra://VOxiYubRuJyG7_gZTnDWHvcANklpu5UIz6xPztkHlH4Îb˜Í`ÍœÍ)׉ Ú7cassandra://4e38CDKzcHu5MWqGK7G5gqWez5VpHFjapsAva51g_NkÍ— Í`ÍJÍà׉ Ú7cassandra://0Ys1sRkxUQnEDr4uKbpiM0VPMVPCGRVwFNULCF3KIVsÍ1‘Í`Ì°Í׉ Ú7cassandra://wG9zn0rOibTZ1aBNTTkpRLXp0R-pCSsEqLAT1xrNT8oÎÀû\Í ÍÅÍñ×dúBô†l–Zò=VטšÍ(Í(Í€u׉œ”׉ Ú7cassandra://6oFscuZDFpbzuX02a7m4GHHPYwBJyIw8QGEl-oI6WIwÎÀÍ`ÍœÍ)׉ Ú7cassandra://4nnXjRlBrk1PcFI1Jev9fQ7BmlHPtSKPd1odgBzBLMAÍ‚ŠÍ`ÍJÍà׉ Ú7cassandra://8IjzlW4CHsIfyryfP3mIHuUI0-ehfP7uym2CvtZuNHMÍ,ÖÍ`Ì°Í׉ Ú7cassandra://WCiMJcTocUAEHDKxDaVhh4qEBhRhYfdyFs6pKMGClzwΚt̞͠ÍÅÍñ×dúBô†l–Zò=X׉EÚoPage 14 THE REVERE ADVOCATE – FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 8, 2023 First Annual Brazilian Flag Raising incorporates dance, music and pastries By Tara Vocino T he First Annual Brazilian Flag Raising took place outside of City Hall on Tuesday. Ambassador Santiago Mourão, who is the Brazilian Consul General, thanked people for sharing in their nationality. Shown from left to right: volunteer Angelita Oliveira; Fr. Marcio Calais, FDP - Madonna Queen of Universe Shrine - East Boston; City Council President Pro Tempore/Ward 1 City Councillor Joanne McKenna, Ward 2 City Councillor Ira Novoselsky, State Representative Jessica Giannino, School Committee Member John Kingston, School Committee Member candidate Ralph DeCicco, Northeast Metro Tech School Committee Member/Revere School Committee Member candidate Anthony Caggiano, Marcelo Mota, of Cowboy De Rondonia; State Representative Jeff rey Turco and Acting Mayor Patrick Keefe, Jr. Shown from left to right: Katy Gomes, Marineuza da Silva and Larissa Schaider displayed Brazilian pride. Shown from left to right: Sabrina Marques, Victorya Santos, Estefania Mesa, Victoria Vilaça, Kaira Leveillard, Jashley Bethancourt and Cauã Berger played the traditional Brazilian game of peteca. (Advocate photos by Tara Vocino) A cultural dance was performed by Gabriela Alves. Tuesday was the fi rst annual Brazilian fl ag raising outside of City Hall. ׉ Ú7cassandra://0Ys1sRkxUQnEDr4uKbpiM0VPMVPCGRVwFNULCF3KIVsÍ1‘Í`Ì°Í×dúBñ†l–Zò="׉EÚ)THE REVERE ADVOCATE – FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 8, 2023 Page 15 A cultural dance was performed by Samantha Souza. The Brazilian fl ag was fl own. Lorraynne Bussato held a sign that included “Tic Tic Tac,†the name of a song from Amazonas state. Andressa Ferreira emceed the event. Acting Mayor Patrick Keefe, Jr. said he is proud to display the Brazilian fl ag alongside the city fl ag. Event organizer Carmen Rodriguez said next year will be bigger and better. State Representative Jessica Giannino said we bond over food, dance and music. State Representative Jeff rey Turco said today we are united as Americans. Cowboy de Rondonia performed cultural music. Event organizer Carmen Rodriguez sang the National Anthem with Marcelo Mota and “Rancharia†Miguel Ribeiro. Cowboy de Rondonia played a berrante. ׉ Ú7cassandra://8IjzlW4CHsIfyryfP3mIHuUI0-ehfP7uym2CvtZuNHMÍ,ÖÍ`Ì°Í×dúBñ†l–Zò=#×dúBñ†l–Zò="Í P̀בC’טšÍ(Í€u׉œ”׉ Ú7cassandra://dLI5oDLnZAHYnqiJ14OLZ8n23Wp1wnVhp7XUKGNFg6MνÇÍ`ÍœÍ)׉ Ú7cassandra://3Ox3QBMREL31UXJ-puU7zfjuJK2sbfLNf3MK_MoE2AY̓üÍ`ÍJÍà׉ Ú7cassandra://3V4kewBfV7-c9HY3DzT5TE-iz2sK5rIy7WOxIY8BOa8Í$ZÍ`Ì°Í׉ Ú7cassandra://kH0JwkXaapa5-scliA1GCHVakhwxEzPVYbDrlbf7SzEÎ0üÍ ÍÅÍñ×dúBõ†l–Zò=[טšÍ(Í(Í€u׉œ”׉ Ú7cassandra://2xOixc-P9E2IzB2msObXGgYtsMbN3yZ8V-taHW2d1poαêÍ`ÍœÍ)׉ Ú7cassandra://SNbyCxdQNygz16xE9EILoApfEjJDQ_NBy7s-1ZPt26gÍ¡KÍ`ÍJÍà׉ Ú7cassandra://xQQL52eq3m85TQCwq6DoyYBl4wb1cHwpBwmri7-zlUkÍ.ðÍ`Ì°Í׉ Ú7cassandra://XrrJoicsH_5vVFPfp7uxy1HUvTiyg8ONbgd820PpQkkÎMEÍ :Í ÍÅÍñ×dúBõ†l–Zò=\‘× ×dúBõ†l–Zò=^Íúͺ̀ 9×H¶http://seawareness.com× × Ј׉EÚ½Page 16 THE REVERE ADVOCATE – FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 8, 2023 2023 SEASON | FROM Page 12 an open book. Whoever wants to run and learn how to get better at running can run. “We are a very inclusive team and work with any runner who wants to stick with it,†the coach said. Revere comes into 2023 with high hopes. Last year, returnee Olivia Rupp, now a sophomore, placed 10th for freshmen girls. Rania Abdelhannane, Ashley Cabrera Rodriguez, Hiba El Bzyouy, Rocio Gonzalez Castillo, Stephanie Reyes, Yasmin Riazi and Daniela Santana Baez round out the roster. The strengths of the team? The inclusivity and support all runners give one another. “We can also get better with depth,†Sinnott said, “having more runners clustered together to make a strong scoring pack of girls.†Gonzalez Castillo, a four-year runner, is one of two captains. She brings energy, support and leadership. “She’s been with me for four years and has always been willing to do whatever is asked of her,†Sinnott said. Riazi is the other captain, and she brings organization, support and inclusivity, according to Sinnott. “Olivia is always a threat on the course, so she’s one to watch,†Sinnott added. “Rocio will continue to run strong. It’s a little early to determine who else will be strong players, but I have a sense that some returning runners have made great improvements.†What are the big team goals this fall? Consistent improvement, supporting all runners and enjoying the sport, according to Sinnott. It’s evident that Coach Sinnott values inclusivity and support within the Revere Patriots girls cross-country team. Her approach prioritizes individual growth and team cohesion, ensuring that every runner, regardless of their skill level, feels integral to the team’s success. As they gear up for the upcoming season, the combination of Sinnott’s leadership, the team’s ethos and the potential of both new and returning runners sets the stage for a season of learning, growth and competition. Revere opens up the season Wednesday, Sept. 13, against Somerville in a home meet at Belle Isle Marsh Reservation (4 p.m.). The Patriots go on the road for the next two – at Medford Monday, Sept. 18 (4 p.m.) at MacDonald Park and at Lynn Classical at Lynn Woods Thursday, Sept. 21 (4 p.m.). CANDLELIGHT | SEE Page 16 abuse were read in the presence of over 100 people in the park at the corner of Broadsound and Leverett Avenues adjacent to Winthrop Parkway. “We gather not to cast blame, but to off er support to those suff ering this awful tragedy,†Substance Use Disorder and Homelessness Initiative (SUDHI) Program Manager CarrieAnn Salemme said. “Addiction knows no boundaries. It aff ects people from all walks of life. Each life lost is not just a statistic, but a beloved family member. “We have to change the way we look at this and in the way we treat people who use drugs. We need to prioritize compassion and remove stigmatization. That keeps people isolated. When you label people, they use alone and are dying because there’s no one there to help them. If we show them some kindness, they’ll eventually want to quit.†She also drew a distinction between attitudes shown toward alcohol and drug abuse. “Alcohol is deadlier but it’s not stigmatized,†she feels. “It’s a social norm.†Acting Mayor Patrick Keefe called substance abuse “perhaps the greatest challenge our nation faces today. We pray for those who lost the battle and each recovery represents an inspiration to others. It could happen to any of us and it falls on all of us to off er care and comfort with faith and love for all our friends and neighbors.†“It’s a very challenging and serious problem,†Police Chief David Callahan agrees. “It’s something we deal with every day and aff ects like us like every other community. Addiction is a disease that aff ects everyone. No family is untouched by it.†Based on who attended the vigil many families are aff ected. Janessa Huckaby spoke about her late husband John. Debbie Hanscom attended in honor of her late son Joseph. Mike Vacchio read the poem Break the Stigma taken off overdoseawareness.com. He is in recovery and lost a brother to substance abuse. A friend, Derek Burns, is also in recovery and also lost a brother to addiction. “Never forget,†Burns said. Revere and Winthrop State Representative Jeff Turco, whose district includes the park, also attended. He lost three siblings to substance abuse, two as recently as 2020. “This is personal for me, not just politics,†he said. “It’s a terrible disease and has to be dealt with at many levels.†Revere/Winthrop/Chelsea/Boston State Senator Lydia Edwards also attended. “It’s important we remember all the people we lost,†she said. She reported there have been increases in aid to hospitals and “deep conversations†about safe use sites. Health Department social worker Nicole Palermo believes vigils can “bring the community together in ending stigmas about drug abuse.†Unfortunately, after 17 years of eff ort and vigils, 14 on Revere Beach and the last 3 at Remembrance Park, trends in substance abuse are moving in the wrong direction. “It’s growing due to a poisoned drug supply,†SUDHI Harm Reduction Specialist Chris Alba admits. Salemme reported a 30-40% increase in fatalities due to fentanyl in drugs. “Oxycodone and oxycontin were said to be non-addictive, but they were,†she said. “When the supply decreased, people in pain turned to street drugs. Later COVID took a toll on mental health. “Mental health and substance abuse go hand in hand,†Palermo said. “People were looking for a way to cope and some turned to substance abuse.†“Fentanyl is in every drug,†Callahan elaborated. “When the supply of oxycodone and oxycontin dried up, people turned to heroin. Now everything is fentanyl. It’s in compressed pills and, they’re made so well, some pharmacists have trouble telling the diff erence between a normal pill and a clandestine tablet.†He feels “we’re not going to arrest our way out of this. There has to be education and outreach. It’ll take a long time. We collaborate with other police departments. The dealers and users have a network. That’s why there’s a law enforcement network.†׉ Ú7cassandra://3V4kewBfV7-c9HY3DzT5TE-iz2sK5rIy7WOxIY8BOa8Í$ZÍ`Ì°Í×dúBñ†l–Zò=$׉EÚjTHE REVERE ADVOCATE – FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 8, 2023 Page 17 Meet the 2023 Revere High Patriots Girls’ Volleyball Team Standing, from left to right: Head Coach Emilie Hostetter, Samantha Hoyos Tobon, Bianca Alvarez, Danna Canas, Liv Yuong, Basma Sahibi, Lea Doucette, Valery Echavarria and Assistant Coach Raela Berry. Kneeling, shown from left to right: Sophia Restrepo, Hadassa Dias, Farah Habbour, Isabella Arroyave and Susan Lemus. NICO’S THE ONE! Revere’s Morgira scores lone goal in 1-0 win over host Malden in season opener Defense rules as Patriots Goalkeepers Garcia, Espinosa combine for shutout over GBL rival Tornados By Steve Freker Captain Lea Doucette with Head Coach Emilie Hostetter. CANDIDATE | FROM Page 1 that people are fed up with the amount of residential development that has taken over the city. “We need to do a better job with early community engagement and a better development planning process,†he said. Growth and progress are essential and he believes commercial development should be the city’s focus. But he feels residential development has come at a high cost to the city in terms of quality-of-life issues, such as traffi c, parking, public safety and crowded classrooms. Visconti feels there needs to be a change of culture in the Mayor’s Offi ce. “We need to restore respect. People don’t have confi dence in City Hall anymore. They feel ignored, like nobody is listening,†he said, adding, “I’ll be a mayor who will listen.†Visconti has been listening closely to how residents feel about the new high school. And he has listened to all sides. He served on the high school building committee for three years and was heavily involved in planning. “The high school is an unprecedented project in size and scope, the biggest investment the city will make in the foreseeable future. We have to make sure we get it right,†he said. The plan to build at Wonderland was voted down because of ballooning costs and a lack of transparency. Visconti said the City Council voted on the eminent domain taking of Wonderland based on a $380 million price tag for the project. But soon after that vote, councillors learned that the actual cost was closer to $500 million. That cost, coupled with the looming $100 million lawsuit the former owners of Wonderland are pursuing against the city, would have fi - nancially crippled Revere, he said. “The former administration continued to push for Wonderland, but the City Council wasn’t given accurate information,†said Visconti, who also felt the administration proposed a terrible plan to pay for the project. Visconti said residents who are already struggling with higher taxes, bills and infl ation are nervous they will have to foot the bill for the new high school. “Seniors will be unable to aff ord their homes; we’ll be pricing them out of the city.†Visconti said that under his administration Revere will build a new high school. But it will be a fi scally responsible project with the emphasis on delivering the best up-to-date technology and programming, rather than location. CANDIDATE | SEE Page 19 son and Greater Boston League (GBL) opener for both teams. Revere (1-0, 1-0 GBL) was right back in action on Thursday, hosting GBL power Somerville at Revere High at 4:15 p.m. in another early season test, after Advocate press deadline. Next week Head Coach Nicolas “Ni co†Morgira scored the only goal of the game in a 1-0 win for Revere High over host Malden on Tuesday afternoon at Pine Banks Park. (Advocate Photos) T his one surely looked like it was headed for a double-zero fi nish, with both teams unable to break the scoring seal in the fi rst game of the season on Tuesday. Then the visiting Patriots of Revere High struck. Revere junior Nico Morgira spun free to the right of the Malden net with just under fi ve minutes to play and booted a shot past the diving Malden goalkeeper and into the net for what turned out to be the lone goal of the entire afternoon. Morgira’s heroics held up, as Revere held on for a hard-earned, 1-0 victory over host Malden at Pine Banks Park in the seaManny Lopes’ team stays on the league trail, playing GBLer Lynn Classical on the road at 7:15 p.m. at Manning Field in Lynn on Monday evening and then staying on the road Thursday, Sept. 14 for another game at Manning (3:45 p.m.) versus Lynn English. Malden hosted the Lynn English Bulldogs at Pine Banks Park yesterday at 4:15 p.m., after Advocate press deadline. Next week, Malden head coach Jeremiah Smith’s Tornados stay on the road against two top GBL rivals: at Everett on Tuesday, Sept. 12 at 4:15 p.m. and then at Somerville on Thursday, Sept. 14 at 4:15 p.m. On Tuesday, Malden and ReRevere High defender Kenan Batic (4) keeps control in the Patriots’ end. Coach Manny Lopes breaks it down for the Revere High players at halftime of Tuesday’s 1-0 Patriots win. vere battled each other and the sweltering heat, with both team’s goalkeepers – Revere junior Juan Garcia and Malden senior Nathan Dean – both pitching shutouts in the fi rst half. Malden also got strong play throughout the game from senior midfi elder and captain Donny Wright, sophomore midfi elder Sandesh Ohmire, junior midfi elder Henry Rodriquez Filho and senior midfi elder Ali Zoulgami. “Overall we played a solid, team game and we stayed right with them,†Malden Head Coach Jeremiah Smith – coaching his 20th consecutive season opener – told The Advocate. “We had just the one breakdown near the end and in a game like this, it cost us.†Revere got strong play from both Garcia in net in the fi rst half as well as from junior Daniel Espinosa, who played goalkeeper for the entire second half and also threw a zero at Malden. The two juniors split the game and combined for nine saves. Revere also got some strong play from captains Bryan Medina, a junior, senior JV Chavarria, sophomore Kenan Batic, who was rock-solid defensively, and freshman Emmanuel Lopera. ׉ Ú7cassandra://xQQL52eq3m85TQCwq6DoyYBl4wb1cHwpBwmri7-zlUkÍ.ðÍ`Ì°Í×dúBñ†l–Zò=%×dúBñ†l–Zò=$Í P̀בC’טšÍ(Í€u׉œ”׉ Ú7cassandra://FUDI2YWuLNh4w3Oc6-1iMKnROjAkfgAmT6Vhnw5zi4IήÍ`ÍœÍ)׉ Ú7cassandra://JqNR1kMdJ3FYDBQ6Ae7NlgxW0o3OKkAcHJFvgvA-FfkÍ—¹Í`ÍJÍà׉ Ú7cassandra://icreuc2SKrBOperVtj1JPb_BJHheBzo3IkJxFl4eri8Í*¦Í`Ì°Í׉ Ú7cassandra://tHzCaaRZZkgjBlNE0NE0dH0rmgenx0_quNRt0WmY3pAÎ3ÍðÍ ÍÅÍñ×dúBõ†l–Zò=_טšÍ(Í(Í€u׉œ”׉ Ú7cassandra://biQe7k08RakLjyvt5Kh3g_0ATAuDIvTKHLmwLL9c9HEÎ ŽÈÍ`ÍœÍ)׉ Ú7cassandra://Y8E4lDodz868PSxjTn--pbMMmKDP-PaDekUhgfLZbBIÍ•‰Í`ÍJÍà׉ Ú7cassandra://tzC9RZtNygZxGhAtv-8FfK51oSpZLnwgwKVEi_B3NB8Í'¬Í`Ì°Í׉ Ú7cassandra://T1Rqmp8zkwWRYPq9yHfKtMsAScNm7B6P9w2L_eV-x3YÎq§PÍ ÍÅÍñ×dúBõ†l–Zò=`‘× ×dúBõ†l–Zò=bÍ…ÍÍ 9×H¼mailto:Info@advocatenews.net× × Ј׉EÚ)Page 18 THE REVERE ADVOCATE – FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 8, 2023 SPECIAL POWERS OF Lady Pats volleyball team ready APPOINTMENTS IN DEEDS E for another successful season By Dom Nicastro I t doesn’t get much better than last year’s regular season for the Revere High School girls volleyball program. The Patriots went 20-0 and drew the No. 19 seed in the Division 2 statewide MIAA tourney. The team lost to Amherst-Pelham in the fi rst round. This year’s Patriots are looking to ride the momentum of that perfect regular season from last fall. And they’ll be doing so under a new head coach – yet a familiar face. Emilie Hostetter, who has been the boys JV volleyball coach the last two seasons, as well as the girls assistant varsity coach last season, takes over as head coach for the girls for the 2023 Revere season. “I love this program and the sense of community it has developed,†Hostetter said. “Students have found a place of belonging, as well as being pushed in their ability to play volleyball.†Tryouts went well, according to Hostetter. They had 40 to 50 girls come through for tryouts, and there are 31 girls who made the varsity, junior varsity and junior varsity B teams. “This year, we have no seniors and a lot of young talent,†Hostetter said. “They are eager to play and excited to learn and grow together.†What are areas for improvement the Patriots this season? Having young talent has pros and cons, according to the coach. “They will develop into great players, but it also means they do not have a lot of game-time experience,†Hostetter said. The team’s big goal is to improve in skills and confi dence and play well as a team. Junior Lea Doucette is Revere’s captain this fall. She is a returning varsity player with great charisma and leadership skills, her coach said. Liv Yuong is another returning varsity player who is an outside hitter. “She developed so much as an athlete last season,†Hostetter said, “and I expect to see her be one of our key players this fall.†Revere includes assistant coach Raela Berry, JV coach Kerry Flaherty and JV B coach Samantha Myrtil. “Raela and Sam both graduated from Revere High,†Hostetter said, “so it is exciting to have Shown during last year’s action against Malden, Stephanie Espinoza looks to return the ball as her teammate Lea Doucette looks on. (Advocate fi le photo) former students come back to coach.†Revere got things going in August with a jamboree for the Greater Boston League hosted by Malden. Based on Revere’s observations, all the teams looked good, particularly Lynn Classical and Everett. The Greater Boston League includes Chelsea, Everett, Lynn English, Lynn Classical, Malden, Medford and Somerville along with Revere. Besides the team’s league games, it will be playing Swampscott twice, Lowell Catholic, Greater Lowell, Essex Tech and Chelmsford. Revere opens up the season with fi ve home matches: Everett on Wednesday, Sept. 6; Chelmsford on Thursday, Sept. 7 (5:30 p.m.); Lynn Classical on Monday, Sept. 11 (5:15 p.m.); Lynn English on Wednesday, Sept. 13 (5:15 p.m.); and Lowell Catholic on Friday, Sept. 15 (5:15 p.m.). Roster: 1. Lea Doucette - Junior - Captain 2. Hadassa Dias - Junior 3. Farah Habbour - Junior 4. Danna Canas - Junior 5. Samantha Hoyos Tobon - Junior 6. Liv Yuong - Junior 7. Bianca Alvarez - Sophomore 8. Isabella Arroyave - Sophomore 9. Sophia Restrepo - Sophomore 10. Susan Lemus Chavez - Sophomore 11. Basma Sahibi - Sophomore 12. Valery Echavarria - Sophomore Coaches: Head Coach: Emilie Hostetter Assistant Coach: Raela Berry JV Coach: Kerry Flaherty JV B Coach: Samantha Myrtil For Advertising with Results, call The Advocate Newspaperscall The Advocate Newspapers at 781-286-8500 or Info@advocatenews.net REVERETV | FROM Page 8 who recorded or submitted a video is included, and the videos are listed in the order that will be presented on the ballot. It might be a short work week, but there have been a few meetings in the City Council Chambers at City Hall. Watch the latest government meetings on RTV GOV. The program rotation currently includes the last City Council Meeting, Zoning Board of Appeals, Conservation Commission and Human Rights Commission. The next City Council Meeting is on Monday, and it will be preceded by subcommittee meetings starting at 5 p.m. You can watch all government meetings live on RevereTV and RTV’s YouTube page. Joseph D. Cataldo is an Estate Planning/Elder Law Attorney, Certifi ed Public Accountant, Certifi ed Financial Planner, AICPA Personal Financial Specialist and holds a Master’s Degree in Taxation. state planning attorneys use special powers of appointments in order to reserve in the Grantor the limited power to change who will ultimately receive the real estate and under what conditions. A Massachusetts Appeals court in 2017 approved such a reserved special power of appointment in the case of Skye v. Hession, 91 Mass. App. Ct. 423. This case has not been appealed to the Mass SJC. The court held that the reserved power in the deed itself (and the later exercise of that power) were valid. The grantor (owner of the real estate) wanted to protect the real estate in the event nursing home care was needed. However, she also wanted to preserve the right to change who would ultimately receive the real estate upon her death. She exercised the special power of appointment contained in the deed via her Last Will and Testament. Once her Will was submitted to the Probate Court for allowance, one of the individuals whose interest was reduced fi led an objection to the Will attempting to declare it null and void. The court stated that since the grantor had reserved a life estate in the deed, the individuals receiving an interest in the real estate at that point in time did not have a “present possessory interestâ€, but rather had a “remainder interestâ€. The interest of those individuals at that point in time was circumscribed by the grantor’s reserved special power of appointment. In eff ect, those individuals had originally received a “fee simple defeasible†interest. In a nutshell, the Appeals Court stated that the grantor could actually deed the property to one or more people, reserve a life estate in the deed itself, and still reserve the right to change who would ultimately receive the real estate, and, in what percentages. Once the fi ve-year look back period has been met, the grantor will not have to include the real estate as a countable asset for MassHealth eligibility purposes. Why is this so? The reason is that the grantor did not reserve a general power of appointment. The grantor herself cannot receive the real estate back. The grantor cannot “appoint†the property to herself, her creditors, or the creditors of her estate. The reserved special power of appointment, even without a reserved life estate in the deed itself, also allows for a “step-up in cost basis†upon the grantor’s death. This means that the fair market value of the real estate on the date of the grantor’s death becomes the new cost basis going forward. Therefore, future capital gains may be greatly reduced or eliminated altogether. A reserved life estate by itself, under the current tax law, will accomplish the same step-up. As it stands now, the case is important to elder law attorneys as such a reserved special power of appointment in a deed will not jeopardize MassHealth eligibility. ׉ Ú7cassandra://icreuc2SKrBOperVtj1JPb_BJHheBzo3IkJxFl4eri8Í*¦Í`Ì°Í×dúBñ†l–Zò=&׉EÚ$THE REVERE ADVOCATE – FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 8, 2023 Page 19 OBITUARIES Robert A. “Bob†Osgood, Sr. O f Revere. Died peacefully at home on Tuesday, August 29th following a very brief illness, he was 89 years old. Bob was born in Lynn on November 19th, 1933, to his late parents, Frederick B. Osgood & Bessie (Poland) Osgood. He was one of six children. He was raised & educated in Lynn and was an alumnus of Lynn English High School, Class of 1952. That same year he met his future wife, Anne (DelGrosso). Bob enlisted in the United States Navy also in 1952, and served his country proudly during the Korean War and was honorably discharged in 1956. Bob returned home and he began working and was later married to Anne on February 5th, 1956. The couple moved and settled in Revere, where he built their home. Bob was a very resourceful man, with many talents. He built his family home with his own hands and learned how to install or repair anything. He began to work at GE in Lynn, a career that spanned over 32 years. He retired in 1990, as a managing engineer, and worked on many classifi ed projects for the government. Bob was an avid golfer and enjoyed being out playing more than anything else. He was a proud father, devoted husband, and loyal friend to many. He is the beloved husband of CANDIDATE | FROM Page 1,17 Visconti, who comes to the mayoral race from a 30-year career in fi nance, sees public safety as a major area for investment. “We need to add more to our police and fi re departments and provide the tools, equipment, training and proper manpower for those doing a diffi cult job,†he said. “People need to feel safe and we need a plan to prevent problems,†he said. Looking back at the Memorial Day Weekend shootings on Revere Beach, he feels a beach task force made up of city police, state police, the DCR patrol and the MBTA police could have 67 years to Anne S. (DelGrosso) Osgood of Revere. Loving father of Judy A. Osgood of Dover, NH, Linda M. Mario of Revere, and the late Robert A. Osgood, Jr. and his former wife, Laura J. Fiore of Revere. Cherished grandfather of Robert A. Osgood, III of Salem, Brennan A. Fiore & wife Christine of East Boston, & Brett A. Fiore & wife Stacey of Revere. Great grandfather of Gianna, Adrianna, Jacquelyn, Lucia, & Lucianno. Dear brother of the late Alberta Barry, Frederick Osgood, Almond Osgood, Edward Osgood, & Albert Osgood. He is also lovingly survived by many nieces, nephews, grandnieces, & grandnephews. Family & friends are respectfully invited to attend Visiting Hours on Monday, September 11th from 8:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. in the Vertuccio Smith & Vazza, Beechwood Home for Funerals, 262 Beach Street, Revere. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated in Immaculate Conception Church, 133 Beach St., Revere at 12:00 p.m. Interment will immediately follow in Holy Cross Cemetery, Malden, with Military Honors. In lieu of fl owers, remembrances may be made to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place Memphis, TN 38105. Robert “Nal†Nardone in, uncle, friend, teacher, coach, and teammate, Bob is survived by his children, Laurie Nardone of Beverly, and Paul and Laura Nardone of Lynnfi eld, as well as Laurie and Paul’s mother, Carol Nardone (Freitas). He also leaves behind his grandchildren, Max, Casey, Oz, Hope, and Nicholas, his sister, Elaine Elliott, and his cousin, Frank Lillo, as well as dear nephews, grand nephews and countless friends. He graduated from Revere O f Revere. Died on August 29, 2023 at his home on Revere Beach. He was 81. A beloved father, grandfather, brother, cousworked together to proactively prevent the problems. “Technology is an avenue to help prevent violence and issues that have created problems on the beach,†he said. In addition to enhancing public safety, Visconti hopes to continue commercial development along the waterfront and to development recreational facilities, such as green spaces next to the state police barracks that would include a waterfront park for kids and a dog park. He is also interested in exploring the revitalization of Ocean Pier at Eliot Circle with a possible recreational cruise line and water taxi service to Boston. Visconti also wants to increase High School, Huntington Prep, and Northeastern University, before earning both his Master’s Degree and CAGS from UMass, Boston. He worked for many years as a physical education teacher at Revere High before becoming the truant offi cer / attendance director for the city schools. Throughout his life, he found great pleasure and touched many lives playing and coaching both football and basketball. In 2015 his Huntington Prep basketball team was inducted into the New England Basketball Hall of Fame, and in 2022, Bob and his 1963 football teammates were inducted into the Northeastern Hall of Fame in recognition of their undefeated season. In recent years, Bob’s passion for sports, especially when his grandchildren were playing, was rivaled only by his enthusiasm for family, friends, and food. Whether he was being introduced to Peruvian cuisine at 80, enjoying a Sunday gravy, or having morning coff ee with his friends, Bob loved gathering with people over a good meal. Bob hated the cold and lived in Naples, Florida for many years where he played golf, developed lifelong friendships, and held court from a few favorite barstools (with a vodka and diet coke). He never ended a phone call with “goodbye.†He loved the horses (and Saratoga in August) and roulette (“great odds at 35:1â€). Generous by nature, he always had a few bills tucked in his hand services and assistance for seniors, whom he vows will not be forgotten under his administration. He has called for doubling the senior tax exemption, launching a citywide senior bus shuttle, improvements to the senior center and a citywide program of senior discounts at local businesses. Visconti wants to move Revere forward by ensuring that progress is balanced with a commitment to protecting a community that serves residents fi rst. He said his campaign is focused on new leadership for a city that needs a new direction for a better future. “We can’t aff ord to go backward,†he said. “I am the only choice for change.†for the grandkids, the waiter, or the person holding the sign. He did not suff er fools gladly. An intrepid storyteller, Bob will be remembered for both his sense of humor and his willingness to try just about anything once. His motto, carpe diem, was a great match for this insatiable curiosity – making him an engaging conversationalist as well as a pro at Jeopardy. Bob could command an audience wherever he went, and so we ask friends and family to join us in celebrating his life at Oye’s Restaurant (26 Walkers Brook Dr, Reading) on Sunday, September 10, 2023 at 2 PM. In lieu of fl owers, we ask that you play the numbers and donate winnings to The Parkinson Association of Southwest Florida. Lucky numbers: 4, 1, 42, 17, 6, 30, 20. 1. On Sept. 8, 1903, the Quarry Workers’ International Union of North America was granted a charter by the American Federation of Labor; in what state was that union headquartered? 2. What singer was nicknamed the Empress of the Blues? 3. On Sept. 9, 1754, William Bligh was born, who commanded what ship during a mutiny? 4. How many sides does an octagon have? 5. What is the offi cial state beverage of most U.S. states: cranberry juice, lemonade or milk? 6. What author first used a typewriter, saying, “It piles an awful stack of words on one page. It don’t muss things or scatter ink blots around. Of course, it saves paperâ€? 7. On Sept. 10, 2000, what musical by Andrew Lloyd Webber closed after over 7,000 performances on Broadway? 8. What sports event went from Bilbao, Spain to ChampsÉlysées, Paris? 9. At the 2023 World Athletics Championships, in what sport did an Australian and a United States player agree to share a gold medal? 10. Where in England is the Answers 1972 bestseller “Watership Down†– about a group of rabbits – set? 11. On Sept. 11, 2008, there was a major fire in the Channel Tunnel; what is the tunnel’s nickname? 12. What country has the smallest population: Dominica, Monaco or Vatican City? 13. In what English book would you fi nd a pig called Old Major, who teaches the animals the song “Beasts of Englandâ€? 14. On Sept. 12, 1959, what western TV show premiered that was the fi rst regularly scheduled TV show in color? 15. What is The Rockettes’ bestknown venue? 16. In the Book of Genesis, what was Lot’s wife’s name? 17. On Sept. 13, 1911, what mandolin player – known as the father of bluegrass music – was born? 18. Next year what city will be hosting the summer Olympics for the third time? 19. The last recorded person to die from smallpox was in what year: 1931, 1952 or 1978? 20. On Sept. 14, 1960, OPEC was founded; what does OPEC stand for? 1. Vermont (Barre) 2. Bessie Smith 3. HMS Bounty 4. Eight 5. Milk 6. Mark Twain 7. “Cats†8. The 2003 Tour de France bicycle race 9. Women’s pole vault 10. Southern England’s Downs (hills) 11. Chunnel 12. Vatican City (a city-state surrounded by Rome) 13. “Animal Farm†by George Orwell 14. “Bonanza†15. Radio City Music Hall in NYC 16. She does not have a name. 17. Bill Monroe 18. Paris 19. 1978 20. 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The teacher in the Susan B. Anthony Middle School brings her team into the 2023 fall with plenty of optimism after a successful preseason. “My fellow coach [Hanneliese Scheel] and I have been so impressed with the skills demonstrated by both veteran players and newcomers,†said Butler, who played for Peabody fi eld hockey in the early 2010s. Butler has aspired to be a coach since she began teaching at Revere. She loves the opportunity to help young students grow and learn. “I love working with students to help them learn and develop new skills in my classroom and wanted to be able to transfer that teaching process to the fi eld,†Butler said. “Field hockey is such a unique sport that often does not get enough attention or credit. As someone who is passionate about this sport, my role on this team is to continue and foster the growth of this Revere program.†Revere is looking to get back to the postseason this fall for the fi rst time since 2019, when it drew the fi fth seed in the Division 1 North tourney with a 12-2-2 record. It lost to Chelmsford in the fi rst round. “The biggest goal for Revere fi eld hockey is to make the tournament this season,†Butler said. Although Revere did not make tournament last year, I have really high hopes for this year’s team. They are so motivated and passionate; I think we are going to have a great season.†To get to the next level, Butler said she is working on building the program from the ground up. That means working with the city’s youth to spark more interest in fi eld hockey. She has a pretty good perch for that in her role in the middle school. Scheel, her assistant, is also in the middle school. Scheel played fi eld hockey throughout high school and at the collegiate level and “has an incredible understanding of the sport and therefore is able to identify and communicate to players ways in which they can improve specific aspects of their game,†Butler said. “Our biggest area for improvement is just continuing to grow the fi eld hockey program in ReRevere defender Ana Kalliavas is shown battling for control of a loose ball during a game against Saugus last season. (Advocate fi le photo) vere,†Butler added. “We would love to create a feeder program at the middle school level in order to spark more interest in the sport and develop these skills at an earlier age.†As for the 2023 edition, stickwork is going to be a strength on the fi eld. The Patriots have shown in the early going the ability to take care of the ball and transition things forward. “They’ve really demonstrated the ability to control the ball while passing and driving down the fi eld,†Butler said. “I also cannot emphasize enough how incredible their comradery is as a team. The veteran players have welcomed new players, who are just learning the sport, with open arms and have been such great leaders. Their ability to eff ectively communicate with and support one another is awesome.†The captains for the team are Bella Stamatopoulos (senior), Jordan Martelli (junior) and Ana Kalliavas (junior). “All three captains exhibit such great leadership skills and are incredible role models for the entire team,†Butler said. “They are the fi rst to show up to practice, and the last to leave. Bella, Jordan and Ana are always willing to help and encourage a teammate and are such strong fi eld hockey players themselves.†Senior Matthew Terrell returns and brings speed and “such great control of the ball. His passes are quick, strong and accurate,†Butler said. Bella Stamatopoulos will also be a strong contribution to the team this season. “She is an extremely dedicated player who shows great endurance,†Butler said, “and strong understanding of the fundamentals of the game.†Revere opens up the season with two non-league games. The Patriots begin at Malden Catholic Thursday, Sept. 7 (4 p.m.) and then host Lowell Saturday, Sept. 9 (10 a.m.) at Harry Della Russo Stadium. They open up the Greater Boston League schedule at Malden at Pine Banks Park Monday, Sept. 11 (4 p.m.). How Seniors Can Save on Prescription Drug Costs Dear Savvy Senior, I take several medications for multiple health conditions and the prices keep going up, even with my Medicare prescription drug insurance. 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For example, many chain pharmacies and big-box stores like Walmart and Costco have their own prescription savings programs that may be lower than your insurance copayment. Or you can use coupons through GoodRx.com or RxSaver.com that can save you up to 80 percent off the list price of generic and some brand-name drugs in certain pharmacies. Shop online: You can also save on regularly used medications by having them sent to you from a mail-order pharmacy. Check with your health insurer or regular pharmacy to see whether it will get you a better deal. If not, check online pharmacies like CostPlusDrugs. com or HoneybeeHealth.com. With these, you may spend less in some cases than you might with insurance. Buy from Canada: Because prescription drugs are often much cheaper north of the border, many Americans have chosen this option for years. While this is technically illegal in most states, the Food and Drug Administration generally does not stop people from doing it. If you want to explore this option use PharmacyChecker.com, an online tool that will help you identify reputable Canadian and international online pharmacies. Get more help: If your income is limited, you may also be able to get help through Medicare’s Extra Help program (Medicare.gov/basics/ costs/help/drug-costs), your state pharmaceutical assistance program (Medicare.gov/ plan-compare/#/pharmaceutical-assistance-program/states) or patient assistance programs (Medicare.gov/pharmaceuticalassistance-program). Visit each website to see if you’re eligible and to apply. 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. ׉ Ú7cassandra://VWHQYeRaURAmFvKcDnLXXMGBsaerpHvjP5evEEvyB4kÍ)wÍ`Ì°Í×dúBñ†l–Zò=(׉EÚ«THE REVERE ADVOCATE – FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 8, 2023 Page 21 How parents prepare for Back to School By Alexander Rhalimi We follow Social Distancing Guidelines! îîˆî„î‘î€î€²î˜î—î– î€ºîˆ î—î„îŽîˆ î„î‘î‡ î‡îŒî–î“î’î–îˆ î‰î•î’î î†îˆîîî„î•î–î€ î„î—î—îŒî†î–î€ îŠî„î•î„îŠîˆî–î€ îœî„î•î‡î–î€ îˆî—î†î€‘ î€ºîˆ î„îî–î’ î‡î’ î‡îˆîî’îîŒî—îŒî’î‘ îˆî–î— î€³î•îŒî†îˆî– î„îîî€ î€šî€›î€”î€î€˜î€œî€–î€î€˜î€– î€î€–î€î€•î€— WASTE REMOVAL & BUILDING MAINTENANCE • Landscaping, Lawn Care, Mulching • Yard Waste & Rubbish Removal • Interior & Exterior Demolition (Old Decks, Fences, Pools, Sheds, etc.) • Appliance and Metal Pick-up • Construction and Estate Cleanouts • Pick-up Truck Load of Trash starting at $169 • Carpentry LICENSED & INSURED Call for FREE ESTIMATES! î†îˆî€  î€î€•î€•î€— s a candidate for Revere Councillor at Large, I understand that the back-toschool season can be a hectic and stressful time for parents as they prepare their children for a new academic year. It’s essential to recognize the efforts parents make to ensure a smooth transition back to school, and as a community, we should support and facilitate these preparations. Here are some of the ways A parents prepare for the backto-school season: 1. Shopping for Supplies: Parents often spend considerable time and money purchasing school supplies, backpacks, clothing, and shoes for their children. Ensuring that kids have the tools they need for learning is a priority. 2. Organizing Schedules: Coordinating school schedules with extracurricular activities, work commitments, and transportation can be a logistical challenge. Parents work diligently to create routines that work for their families. 3. Healthcare Check-ups: Many parents schedule doctor and dental appointments to make sure their children are in good health before the school year starts. This includes vaccinations, eye exams, and dental cleanings. 4. Discussing Safety: Parents have discussions with their children about safety, whether it’s walking to school, interacting with strangers, or navigating the internet responsibly. These conversations are essential for       ADVOCATE Call now! 781-286-8500 advertise on the web at www.advocatenews.net     î€î€–î€î€” î˜î„îîŒî—îœ î€¸î–îˆî‡ îŒî•îˆî– î’î˜î‘î—îˆî‡  î‘î–î—î„îîîˆî‡ î–îˆî‡ î˜î—î’ î€³î„î•î—î– î€‰ î„î—î—îˆî•îŒîˆî– î„îîŒîîœ î’îšî‘îˆî‡  î’î“îˆî•î„î—îˆî‡ î–îŒî‘î†îˆ  î•î„î‘îŽ î€¥îˆî•î„î•î‡îŒî‘î’ î€°î€¤ îŒî†îˆî‘î–îˆ î€–î€”î€›î€”î€”   î€ î€«î’î˜î• îˆî•î™îŒî†îˆ  îîˆî•îŠîˆî‘î†îœ îˆî“î„îŒî•î–  îî˜îî…îŒî‘îŠ î€‰ îˆî„î—îŒî‘îŠ î€µîˆî–îŒî‡îˆî‘î—îŒî„î  î’îîîˆî•î†îŒî„î îˆî•î™îŒî†îˆ î„î– î€©îŒî—î—îŒî‘îŠ î‚‡ î•î„îŒî‘ îˆî•î™îŒî†îˆ  îˆî‘îŒî’î• î€¦îŒî—îŒîîˆî‘ îŒî–î†î’î˜î‘î— a child’s well-being. 5. Engaging in Education: Parents often take an active interest in their child’s education by meeting with teachers, attending school orientations, and participating in parent-teacher associations. They also help with homework and encourage a love for learning. 6. Emotional Support: Preparing for school can bring up anxiety and excitement in children. Parents provide emotional support, reassurance, and encouragement to help their children adapt to new challenges. 7. Budgeting: Managing the increased expenses associated with back-to-school shopping requires careful budgeting. Parents prioritize their children’s needs while ensuring fi - nancial stability. 8. Promoting Healthy Habits: Parents promote healthy habits like a good sleep schedule, balanced nutrition, and limiting screen time to ensure their children are physically and mentally prepared for school. As an advocate for education, I recognize the importance of supporting parents in their efforts to prepare for the backto-school season. It’s vital that our community acknowledges the hard work and dedication of parents and collaborates to create an environment where every child can thrive academically and emotionally. (Editor’s Note: Alexander Rhalimi is a candidate for Councillor at Large. 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This week, Beacon Hill Roll Call reports on the percentage of times local representatives voted with their party’s leadership in the 2023 session through September 1. The votes of the 2023 membership of 133 Democrats were compared to House Speaker Ron Mariano (D-Quincy). The votes of the 2023 membership of 24 Republicans were compared with those of GOP House Minority Leader Brad Jones (R-North Reading). Beacon Hill Roll Call uses 32 votes from the 2023 House session as the basis for this report. This includes all roll calls that were not quorum calls or votes on local issues. Rep. Susannah Whipps (U-Athol) is unenrolled and not affi liated with either the Republican or Democratic party. We based her voting record on how many times she voted diff erently than Democratic House Speaker Ron Mariano. THE DEMOCRATS: A total of 127 (95.5 percent) of the 133 Democrats voted the same as Mariano 100 percent of the time. There were only six Democratic representatives who voted diff erently than Mariano on any roll calls. The representative who voted the most times diff erently than Mariano was Rep. Erika Uyterhoeven (D-Somerville) who voted diff erently three times. The other fi ve representatives who voted diff erently than Mariano were Reps. Russell Holmes (D-Boston), Mike Connolly (D-Cambridge) and Colleen Garry (D-Dracut) who each voted differently twice; and Danillo Sena (D-Acton) and Jeff Turco (D-Winthrop) who voted differently once. THE REPUBLICANS: Twenty-one (87.5 percent) of the 24 GOP members voted the same as Jones 100 percent of the time. There were only three Republican representatives who voted diff erently than Jones on any roll calls. The representatives who voted diff erently than Jones were Reps. Marc Lombardo (R-Billerica) and Nicholas Boldyga (R-Southwick) who each voted diff erently than Jones two times; and David DeCoste (R-Norwell) who voted diff erently than Jones once. REPRESENTATIVES’ SUPPORT OF THEIR      î„î–î’î‘î•îœ î€ î€¤î–î“î‹î„îî— î‚‡ î•îŒî†îŽ î’î• î€¥îî’î†îŽ î—îˆî“î– î‚‡ î•îŒî†îŽ î’î• î€¥îî’î†îŽ î„îîî– î‚‡ î’î‘î†î•îˆî—îˆ î’î• î€¥î•îŒî†îŽ î„î™îˆî• î„î—îŒî’î– î€‰ î„îîŽîšî„îœî–  î•îŒî†îŽ îˆî€î€³î’îŒî‘î—îŒî‘îŠ î‚‡ î–î“î‹î„îî— î€³î„î™îŒî‘îŠ îšîšîšî€‘î„î‘î‡î€¶îî„î‘î‡î–î†î„î“îˆî€îî„î–î’î‘î•îœî€‘î†î’î  îˆî‘îŒî’î• î€§îŒî–î†î’î˜î‘î— î‚‡ î•îˆîˆ î–î—îŒîî„î—îˆî–  îŒî†îˆî‘î–îˆî‡  î‘î–î˜î•îˆî‡ î€î€–î€î€” AAA Service • Lockouts Trespass Towing • Roadside Service Junk Car Removal 617-387-6877 26 Garvey St., Everett MDPU 28003 ICCMC 251976 îˆî–îŒîŠî‘îŒî‘îŠ î„î‘î‡ î€¦î’î‘î–î—î•î˜î†î—îŒî‘îŠ î€¬î‡îˆî„î– î—î‹î„î— î„î•îˆ î•î’î˜î‘î‡î– î‰î’î• î€¶î˜î†î†îˆî–î– î„î‘î‡î–î†î„î“îŒî‘îŠ PARTY’S LEADERSHIP IN 2023 THROUGH SEPTEMBER 1 The percentage next to the representative’s name represents the percentage of times the representative supported his or her party’s leadership so far in 2023. The number in parentheses represents the number of times the representative opposed his or her party’s leadership. Some representatives voted on all 32 roll call votes. Others missed one or more roll calls. The percentage for each representative is calculated based on the number of roll calls on which he or she voted. Rep. Jessica Giannino Rep. Jeff Turco 100 percent (0) 96.8 percent (1) ALSO UP ON BEACON HILL GOV. HEALEY ACTIVATES NATIONAL GUARD FOR SHELTERS – Gov. Maura Healey issued an order activating up to 250 National Guard members to provide basic services at emergency shelter hotels across the state that do not currently have a contracted service provider. “Massachusetts is in a state of emergency, and we need all hands-on deck to meet this moment and ensure families have access to safe shelter and basic services,†said Healey. “We’re grateful to the brave men and women of the National Guard for stepping up to help us ensure that every family in emergency shelter has their needs met, including access to food, transportation, medical care and education. While we work to implement a more permanent staffi ng solution, the National Guard will provide an effi cient and eff ective means of delivering these services and keeping everybody safe.†“The National Guard should be sent to the southern border and Gov. Healey should be going down there with them to see fi rsthand the failure President Biden has created,†responded Paul Craney, spokesman for Massachusetts Fiscal Alliance. “Why should Massachusetts taxpayers be expected to continue to shoulder this burden when the president and governor continue to ignore the underlying problem for political gain? This current approach is unsustainable and if Gov. Healey wants to help Massachusetts residents, she needs to confront President Biden fi rst.†LIMIT FEE FOR CASHING CHECKS (H 344) – Awaiting further action by the House is a bill that would set a cap on the fees checkcashing stores and outlets are allowed to charge. The bill was given initial approval by the House on July 26 and is now in the Bills in Third Reading Committee. The maximum charge would be 5 percent of the value of a personal check or $5, whichever is greater, plus a $1 service charge; 2.5 percent of a government check plus a $1 service charge; 2.25 percent of a payroll check plus a $1 service charge; and 3 percent of all other checks including traveler’s check, cashier’s check and certifi ed check plus a $1 service charge. Supporters say that of the 34 states that regulate check cashing, Massachusetts is one of eight that do not regulate the fees that may be charged. They argue these check-cashing “stores†are often located in low-income neighborhoods and take advantage of vulnerable residents. They note the bill would provide greater consumer protections for individuals who are “unbanked†-- folks who don’t have a checking, savings or money market account or who are “underbanked†--- folks may have a bank account, but also rely regularly on alternative fi nancial services outside of the mainstream banking system. Lower-income households, less educated households, Black households, Hispanic households, working-age households with a disability and single-mother households are most vulnerable to being unbanked or underbanked. “It’s great to see that my colleagues in the Legislature are supportive of it moving forward,†says sponsor Rep. Kay Khan (DNewton). “The bill will regulate the amount of money consumers can be charged to cash a check, which is particularly benefi cial for many who do not have bank accounts but are working hard to support their families.†RIGHTS OF UTILITY RATEPAYERS (S 2152) - The Committee on Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy will hold a hearing on September 20 on legislation that would establish ratepayer rights including requiring utility companies to provide ratepayBEACON | SEE Page 23   î’î‘ î€¦î’î‘î—î•î„î†î—îŒî‘îŠ î€¶î‘î’îš î€³îî’îšîŒî‘îŠ î€±î’ î€­î’î… î—î’î’ î–îî„îî î•îˆîˆ î–î—îŒîî„î—îˆî– î’îîîˆî•î†îŒî„î  îˆî–îŒî‡îˆî‘î—îŒî„î î€î€™î€˜î€™î€î€•î€“ î€ î€³î•î’î“îˆî•î—îœ îî„î‘î„îŠîˆîîˆî‘î— î€‰ îî„îŒî‘î—îˆî‘î„î‘î†îˆ î‹î’î™îˆîîŒî‘îŠ î€‰ î•îˆîî’î™î„î î„î‘î‡î–î†î„î“îŒî‘îŠî€ îîˆî†î—î•îŒî†î„îî€ î€³îî˜îî…îŒî‘îŠî€ î„îŒî‘î—îŒî‘îŠî€ î’î’î‘îŠî€ î„î•î“îˆî‘î—î•îœî€ î•î„îîŒî‘îŠî€ îˆî†îŽî–î€ î€©îˆî‘î†îŒî‘îŠî€ î„î–î’î‘î•îœî€ îˆîî’îîŒî—îŒî’î‘î€ î€ªî˜î—î€î’î˜î—î–î€ î€­î˜î‘îŽ î€µîˆîî’î™î„î  îŒî–î“îˆî•î–î„îî€ î€¦îîˆî„î‘ î€¸î“î–î€ î€¼î„î•î‡î–î€ î€ªî„î•î„îŠîˆî–î€ î€¤î—î—îŒî†î–  î„î–îˆîîˆî‘î—î– î•î˜î†îŽ î‰î’î• î€«îŒî•îˆî€ î’î…î†î„î— î€¶îˆî•î™îŒî†îˆî– ׉ Ú7cassandra://yoXAXBxMKkemfOkMnHQYplRDxByPEigw82q0J4ZqvLsÍ*Í`Ì°Í×dúBñ†l–Zò=*׉EÚ3xTHE REVERE ADVOCATE – FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 8, 2023 Page 23 Copyrighted material previously published in Banker & Tradesman/The Commercial Record, a weekly trade newspaper. It is reprinted with permission from the publisher, The Warren Group. For a searchable database of real estate transactions and property information visit: www.thewarrengroup.com Alba, Anthony G BUYER1 Catano, Laura Melendez-Duran, Carlos H BEACON | FROM Page 22 ers with a choice of the type of utility meters to be installed and operated on their places of residence or business, the ability to retain and operate an electromechanical analog meter on an ongoing basis at no cost; and the right to replace a wireless meter with a non-transmitting electromechanical meter at no cost. “Today in Massachusetts, utilities have sweeping authority to make decisions about what power transmission equipment goes on Bay Staters’ homes and businesses without any input or recourse from occupants and ratepayers,†says sponsor Sen. Mike Moore (D-Millbury). “The passage of this bill would give residents a greater voice in utilities’ operations, allowing them to choose the type of meter they want installed. More consumer choice is a good thing for everyone.†GREEN BANK (H 3805) – Another bill scheduled for a hearing on September 20 by the Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy Committee would create a state Green Bank that would invest in green businesses, promote research in clean tech and contribute toward an equitable energy transition by advancing workforce training in clean energy. “We introduced this bill prior to Gov. Healey announcing the Massachusetts Community Climate Bank, which is the nation’s fi rst green bank dedicated to affordable housing,†said sponsor Rep. Dylan Fernandes (D-Falmouth). “These complementary eff orts underscore the multi-faceted approach needed to secure a sustainable future.†QUOTABLE QUOTES “We are at a pivotal moment for transportation on Cape Cod. By revitalizing Cape commuter rail, we can expand access and opportunity for the Cape and Island residents and unlock new avenues for connectivity through the region. Cape and Islanders deserve fast, reliable transit that connects our region and workforce with the rest of the commonwealth.†---Rep. Dylan Fernandes (D-Falmouth) on his newly fi led bill that directs the MBTA to establish commuter rail service between Buzzards Bay and Boston within one year. “As we work to address the climate crisis, we have an opportunity to right historical wrongs. This investment to the Stockbridge-Munsee Band of Mohicans demonstrates our administration’s commitment to building strong relationships with Indigenous communities and supporting their REAL ESTATE TRANSACTIONS SELLER1 BUYER2 Orrego, Victor Borden, Dennis R Ferrante, Michael A Sinatra, James V SELLER2 Borden, Virginia M Daly, Joan eff orts in mitigating the impacts of climate change. We are proud to be a part of this signifi cant fi rst step of welcoming the Tribe back to their homeland.†---Gov. Maura Healy announcing $31.5 million in grants for climate resilience implementation and planning across Massachusetts including two tribes that are receiving funding for the fi rst time since eligibility was expanded by the Legislature in 2022. “Massachusetts is moving in the wrong direction on tax policy compared to other states. At least ten states reduced their personal income tax rate on January 1, 2023, including three that switched to a fl at income tax, while Massachusetts was the only state to increase income taxes. Moreover, no less than fi ve states reduced their corporate income tax rate in 2023. Competitive tax policies are a pillar for other states that are aggressively campaigning to attract businesses and talent, while Massachusetts is falling behind.†---Statement from the Greater Boston Chamber of Commerce and the Massachusetts Society of CPAs urging the Legislature and the governor to act on a tax relief package which is still tied up in a conference committee that is trying to hammer out a compromise version since the 38 Main St. Saugus (781) 558-1091 20 Railroad Ave. Rockport (978)-999-5408 mangorealtyteam.com Saugus - tOWNHOUSE FOR RENT 14 Norwood St. Everett (781)-558-1091 Saugus 34 EUSTIS ST. SAUGUS Sun, Sept 10 12-2pm You will be stunned the very moment you enter into this townhouse. This spacious townhouse has a kitchen that has been tastefully renovated with the past 5 years and impeccably maintained since. The large eat in kitchen offers stainless steel appliances, granite countertops. The open concept floor plan is perfect for entertaining. 2 assigned parking with ample visitor parking are just a few more perks to mention. Easy and low maintenance living. 2 cats ok. No Smoking, This will not last. Great credit score and references required $2,900. CALL/TEXT Sue 617-877-4553 Commercial Rental ROCKLAND If your dreaming of starting your own business, this space is for you. This professional office or retail space is located on busy Union Street right outside of Rockland Center. Space has two front entrances and one rear exit. There are two rest rooms. Additional storage space in the basement! Multiple parking spaces in the rear of the building. Tenant pays their own electricity and heating costs. Exterior maintenance (snow plowing and landscaping) is shared with adjoining tenant. High traffic and strong visibility location close to the areas major highways. Flexible terms for start-up business. Parking for these two units will be out back or on side of building, not in front, and there is plenty! Large basement for storage included in lease. Other uses are permitted with special permit. Lessee to conduct due diligence with Rockland building department $1,750. CALL/TEXT Peter 781-820-5690 Commercial The market is starting to shift and many property owners are seeking to find out what their property is worth, and put their homes on the market while it's Saugus Ctr location! Are you ready to move into this newly remodeled 5 bedroom Colonial. Beautiful hardwood floors throughout. From your kitchen window you will view the historic Victorian spires of the Saugus Town Hall. From your first-floor main bedroom you will see historic recently restored Round Hill Park. Outside of your front door you will find easy access to the Northern Strand rail trail, the MBTA bus, and local businesses. Stainless steel appliances, a farmers sink and granite counter tops glisten under recessed first floor lighting. State of the art programable heat pump provides energy efficient yearround temperature control. All new bathrooms with first floor laundry hookup. New plumbing, wiring, and newly recent vinyl clad windows. Spacious basement, with storage. Fully electrified 10' x 20' custom built shed. $779,000 CALL/TEXT Peter 781-820-5690 Business Opportunity LYNN MANGO Realty is offering a great opportunity to acquire a long established active restaurant/bar with common victualer/all alcohol license in a prime down town Lynn location. The owner of this business is retiring after 29 years of success at this location. Loyal customer base. Kitchen facilities updated. Two rest rooms. Seats 92/ Plenty of offstreet parking. Documented revenue for both food, liquor and lottery allows you to have a quick return on your investment. 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The second floor has 3 generous bedrooms that have hardwood floors with an additional new full bath. The roof is approximately 2 years old. The Driveway can park 3-4 cars tandem, Easy access to public transportation, 20 minutes from Boston, close to shopping malls & restaurants. Saugus is an energetic town featuring new schools, low property tax rate. Something this sweet will not last. $599,000. CALL/TEXT Sue 617-877-4553 Condo for Rent W. PEABODY You will be stunned the very moment you enter into this condo. This spacious unit is like new and has been tastefully renovated with the past 5 years and impeccably maintained since. The large eat in kitchen offers stainless steel appliances, granite countertops. The open concept floor plan is perfect for entertaining Assigned garage space and ample visitor parking are just a few more perks to mention. Easy and low maintenance living. this is true value and convenience at its best. This fantastic W Peabody location is ideal for commuters boasting access to Rte 1 and I 95 and is just minutes away from the North Shore Mall. Condo has a function room, a beautiful pool, tennis courts and more. No Pets, No Smoking, This will not last. fers stainless s ct for entertaining Assigned gara or parking are just a few w maintenan ect for entertaining Assigned gara o w a rs stainless untertops. The open con ntertops. The open con n Studio Condo, 1 Bed/bath. Currently vacant. Condo must sell as owner occupied, per condo rules. FHA approved. This condo is a professionally managed unit, with a pool, dog park, gazebo, and parking. H/P accessible via elevator. Restaurants and bus route nearby within walking distance..... $235,000. ath. ath ndo is a professionally m t, with a pool, dog p d, d, per condo rule do is aoisa d t k g. d, per condo rul do is aisapr do is a pr do is a p o is a p o is a pr is a pr do is a proisapr do is a pro is a pro ol, dog p do , with a pool, dog p king. H/P ondo rule ndo rule do rule do rule ndo rules. ndo rules do rules ndo rules. F do rules. F o rules. F must sell as owner ndo rul must sell as mu mus w r o rules. FHA ap onally m Condo for Sale LYNN favorable. Would you like to learn the benefits of Mango Realty “Coming Soon†and “Concierge Programsâ€? Reach out now! Call/Text Sue 617-877-4553 509 Broadway #2 111 Reservoir Ave Maresca-Sinatra, Anita L 49 Bay Rd House and Senate approved diff erent version of the measure. “Our fundamental charge in public service is ensuring that our services and opportunities reach everyone, and that starts with affi rming and supporting constituents of all identities. Boston must continue to work to dismantle the historic inequities and injustices that persist. This update to Boston marriage licenses is a huge step in building a city that is truly inclusive, and I’m excited to see how these critical changes for accessibility at City Hall serve Bostonians.†---Boston Mayor Michelle Wu on the city updating its marriage licenses by no longer requiring sex or gender identifi cation on the licenses. 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 ADDRESS DATE PRICE 08.14.23 135000 08.17.23 590000 08.15.23 460000 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 August 28-September 1, the House met for a total of ten minutes while the Senate met for a total of 33 minutes. Mon. August 28 House 11:01 a.m. to 11:06 a.m. Senate 11:10 a.m. to 11:14 a.m. Tues. August 29 No House session No Senate session Wed. August 30 No House session No Senate session Thurs. August 31 House 11:01 a.m. to 11:06 a.m. Senate 11:20 a.m. to 11:49 a.m. Fri. 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