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The measure was approved 6-4 with Van Campen, Councillors-at-Large Guerline Alcy Jabouin and Michael Marchese, Ward 1 Councillor Wayne Matewsky, Ward 2 Councillor Stephanie Martins and Ward 4 Councillor Holly Garcia voting in favor; and Councillors-at-Large John Hanlon, Katy Rogers and Stephanie Smith and Ward 3 Councillor Anthony DiPierro in dissent. Ward 6 Councillor Peter Pietrantonio was absent. “My request is not to destroy or undermine the project,” Van Campen said. “It’s to give the people of Everett a greater voice in what’s happening. I recognize how transformative this can be, but it’s just a concept right now and people have strong views about whether to build a stadium. There’s been a complete disconnect from the current administration on this on community engagement. Give our people a voice in this conversation. If I was Mayor I’d want to hear from them.” Van Campen, who is running for mayor, introduced the question at the April 14 meeting after a public forum on March 31. Another forum was held on April 30. Rogers said she voted no because “a non-binding resolution gives people a false sense of control. We can vote no, and the state can still come in.” She also suggested that any agreement with the Krafts includes provisions for preferences for Everett residents for jobs and businesses for contracts, a traffi c plan, an internal shuttle service for Everett residents attending events, funds for fi re and police services in the area, use of the stadium by City entities and an eco-friendly environment without plastic bottles. REQUEST | SEE PAGE 7 F. J. 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(Advocate photo by Tara Vocino) By Neil Zolot W ard 5 Councillor Robert Van Campen and dozens of supporters kicked off his mayoral campaign on Broadway and the intersection of Chelsea and Norwood Streets on Saturday morning, August 9. “There’s an appetite for change in the City,” he said in brief remarks over a loudspeaker. “Change means bringing accountability, transparency, responsibility and ethics to City Hall. We’ve been going door-to-door, and the response has been overwhelming. Eighteen years is a long time, even if you’re doing a good job” — a reference to the tenure of incumbent candidate Mayor Carlo DeMaria. “He’s been out there knocking on doors talking to people and has had a great reception,” Van Campen’s paid political consultant Peter Panos confi rmed. “People are looking for change and feel he’s the right guy for the job.” “He’s full of energy, which the city needs,” Van Campen’s campaign manager and longtime friend Chris Connolly added. “He’s educated and has exVAN CAMPEN | SEE PAGE 8 ׉ 7cassandra://yW4YLjOF_YSHqpl4DFO1DPEvZ4tBolt58Bq9_WmNbrY3`hHdfhHde rבCטUru׉׉ 7cassandra://KVD30AIa7fr7oX-UM710rmHGU1507ccvDrbXUeIxhRU`'p׉ 7cassandra://SUK184SghVydO9xq2VWVHt8WO_bg_f3XbQb9Gtpdfdk`׉ 7cassandra://OY84zPd-2Wt4qTxy10_LdhfgLb_zlQh91wC2avLdYgI;`hHdΈטUUru׉׉ 7cassandra://smiPJsy9kwHwEunZuzh4XXAr2PKt6URMLg1Js2sGKL8}`'p׉ 7cassandra://uQNJ_0ZTn8wUysah7Z4X4aJd8tf49L4yjGJvSnRGwrYͬ`׉ 7cassandra://iej_G_tvlOyjH2TezZ0w0rdSW9xb8KyOrCTCIl2hFsY6`hHdΉנhHdΎZ9ׁHhttp://WWW.SABATINO-INS.COMׁ ׁ ЈנhHd΍ ~v9ׁHmailto:panward1@aol.comׁ ׁ Ј׉E Page 2 THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, AugusT 15, 2025 Sen. DiDomenico and colleagues approve road and bridge funding for cities and towns Annual Chapter 90 legislation delivers funding for paving roads, easing traffic, and culvert and bridge improvements S enator Sal DiDomenico — Assistant Majority Leader of the Massachusetts Senate — and his legislative colleagues have passed a bill to distribute $1.2 billion among cities and towns to maintain and repair roads and bridges across the Commonwealth. The funding, which is derived from bonding, will expand the Chapter 90 program and help address transportation-related improvements, road and bridge repairs and the impacts of climate change on lo8 Norwood St. Everett (617) 387-9810 Open Tues. - Sat. at 4:00 PM Closed Sun. & Mon. Announcing our Classic Specials Dine In Only: * FREE Salad with purchase of Entree, Tuesdays & Wednesdays * Cheese Pizza - Only $10 Catch ALL The Live Sports Action On Our Large Screen TV’s Scan & Follow Us on Facebook! cal infrastructure. The bill, which has now been signed into law by Governor Healey, includes a oneyear authorization of $300 million for the Chapter 90 Program, which is a 50 per cent increase over past funding levels. The bill also appropriates $885 million in additional funding that will help ensure the Commonwealth is able to achieve its long-term transportation goals. “Roads, bridges, the MBTA, and regional transit authorities are all part of a transportation network that keep our communities and economy connected, which makes it absolutely critical that we guarantee this infrastructure is safe, fast, and accessible,” said Senator DiDomenico. “These investments will repair outdated transportation infrastructure and will help protect our transit network from climate change related risks. 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Is that really the question or just more Everett politics? By Peter Napolitano, Candidate for City Council, Ward 1 am a lifelong Everett resident, a former City Councilor and a taxpayer. At the last City Council meeting, I spoke about the referendum regarding construction of a professional soccer stadium and the potential to send the wrong message to the public. Ten years ago, the City Council started the process to convert lower Broadway into an Entertainment District. Four existing members on the current Council and myself as a then Councilor, worked hard to make the transformation of Everett’s defunct industrial area into a viable, income generating part of our city. I Let me ask you, what type of entertainment venue could afford to tear down this 100-yearold power plant, a building that cannot be repurposed into something else. They will need to remediate and clean up all the land to build new, safe construction? This is ultra expensive, and this project will take years to complete. Traffi c is always a concern, but all the traffi c studies after Encore opened show that only lower Broadway has been aff ected and it has had little impact on the rest of Everett. There is an argument that there is no public parking at the stadium. How much parking does Fenway Park have? Fenway Park relies exclusively on public transportation and is larger and hundreds of times busier than the soccer stadium will ever be. Fans will have to take advantage of public transportation, and those authorities have years to work out a viable transportation plan. Additionally, as the Community Benefi ts Agreement, which the city is currently negotiating, is worked out, the sheer number of Everett community services that will be assistOP-ED | SEE PAGE 9 * Life-Long Resident * Dedicated Family Man * US Navy Veteran * Experienced City Councillor “Everett is on the threshold of unprecedented growth and development. 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Scammers often spoof caller ID information, and these phone calls are fraudulent even if they appear to be coming from an agency’s legitimate phone number. Recipients should hang up immediately and report the call. The tactics used by scammers continually change but often share many of the same characteristics, including the utilization of intimidation tactics. Typically, the scammers will use an urgent tone; advise the recipient of the call that charges have been—or will soon be—filed against them; and threaten to confiscate the recipient’s property, freeze their bank accounts, or have them arrested unless payment is made immediately. If the recipient questions the caller, the caller becomes more aggressive. The recipients are advised that it will cost thousands of dollars in fees or court costs to resolve the matter, and the caller typically instructs people to wire “settlement” money or provide payment via prepaid cards, gift cards, wire transfers, and cash, sent by mail or inserted into cryptocurrency ATMs to avoid arrest. The scammer may also tell the victim to keep the matter secret from family and friends. “These fraudsters are capitalizing on fear and intimidation because nobody wants to be the subject of a law enforcement investigation,” said Ted E. Docks, special agent in charge of the FBI’s Boston Division. “We’ve seen an increase in these scams which is why we’re reminding the public to resist the urge to act immediately and verify who is actually contacting you.” According to the FBI’s Internet Crime Complaint Center (IC3), 17,367 people reported being victims of government impersonation scams in 2024, with losses totaling $405,624,084. Here in the Boston Division, which includes all of Maine, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, and Rhode Island, 778 complaints were filed with financial losses totaling $12,948,552. 98 victims in Maine reported losing $1,643,432. 507 victims in Massachusetts reported losing $9,511,181. 106 victims in New Hampshire repor ted losing $1,646,059. 67 victims in Rhode Island reported losing $147,880. The FBI will never: Call or email private citizens to demand payment, threaten arrest, or request personal or sensitive information. Request payment via prepaid cards, wire transfers, or cryptocurrency ATMs to avoid arrest. Ask victims to liquidate assets into cash and/or purchase gold bars, silver, or other precious metals. Ask you to use large sums of your own money to help catch a criminal. Call you about “frozen” Social Security numbers or inheritances. Scams impersonating the FBI and other government agencies are a persistent problem and can also occur via email. Common hallmarks of a scam email include misspellings, missing words, and incorrect grammar. Fraudulent emails may give the appearance of legitimacy by using pictures of the FBI Director and/or the FBI seal and letterhead. Members of the public seeking to confirm that they have been contacted by an actual FBI employee are encouraged to call the FBI Boston Division at 857-386-2000 and ask to be connected directly. To avoid becoming a victim of this scam, be wary of answering phone calls from numbers you do not recognize. Do not send money to anybody you do not personally know and trust. Never FBI WARNS | SEE PAGE 5 ׉ 7cassandra://qIsC37z8UjEUPjb7Lmq5-cHqt7W4vVV3PpPzMaEQM189`hHdi׉ETHE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, AugusT 15, 2025 Page 5 Sen. DiDomenico and Rep. Decker fi le groundbreaking anti-poverty legislation and report Omnibus bill and report outline how Commonwealth can substantially address poverty in the near and long term C ommission Co-Chairs State Representative Marjorie Decker and State Senator Sal DiDomenico published the fi - nal report of Massachusetts’ Special Legislative Commission to Study Poverty and fi led a transformational anti-poverty omnibus bill, SD.2872/ HD.4622, An Act significantly alleviating poverty (ASAP), which was informed by the report’s recommendations. The Commission’s report lays out a roadmap for addressing poverty over the next 10 years, and the ASAP Act compiles some of the most immediately actionable recommendations presented in the report and policy proposals fi led by legislators from across the Commonwealth. If passed, the ASAP Act will lift up Massachusetts working families and individuals in the short- and longterm by putting cash in their pockets, expanding their employment rights and providing meaningful wealth-building opportunities. As Commission Co-Chairs, DiDomenico’s and Decker’s efforts to pull this comprehensive legislative proposal together were informed by recommendations that the Commissioners have developed over the past year, and by oral and written testimony provided at a series of public hearings across the Commonwealth FBI WARNS | FROM PAGE 4 give out your personal information, including your Social Security number, over the phone or to individuals you do not know. If you think you are a victim of this scam and suff ered a fi - nancial loss, cease all contact with the scammers immediately, notify your fi nancial institutions and safeguard any fi nancial accounts. Contact your local law enforcement agency, fi le a police report, and fi le a complaint with the FBI’s Internet Crime Complaint Center (IC3) at ic3.gov. Be sure to keep any fi nancial by advocates and individuals with lived experience in poverty. The Commission’s fi ndings aligned with what DiDomenico and Decker have known from leading on anti-poverty issues in the State House for over a decade: We can signifi - cantly reduce the poverty rate in the Commonwealth by providing people with increased direct cash benefi ts and more economic opportunities. “As the federal government abandons its role to provide a safety net for our poorest residents, this ambitious bill would ensure our state fi lls the gaps to protect those in need and takes a monumental step forward by lifting vulnerable individuals and families out of poverty,” said Senator DiDomenico. “I am proud of our Poverty Commission report because it lays the groundwork for our sweeping legislation that meets the moment and importantly takes a longer view at what our state can do across all sectors and government bodies to methodically address the fundamental causes of poverty. The insight we have gained from leading the Commission has led us to develop this commonsense legislation which employs evidence-based policies that will expand our safety net and provide real pathways to economic security for low-income restransaction information, including prepaid cards and banking records, along with all telephone, text, or email communications. All types of fraud schemes and scams (even if there is no fi nancial loss) should be reported to IC3. Filing a complaint allows analysts from the FBI to identify leads and patterns from the hundreds of complaints that are received daily. The IC3 then refers the complaints, along with their analyses, to the relevant law enforcement agency to aid in public awareness and crime prevention education eff orts. idents across the Commonwealth. It is a privilege to fi le this bill and report alongside my friend and colleague, Rep. Marjorie Decker. I am excited to fi ght for these transformative investments that will ensure all our neighbors can access nutritious foods, live in a safe home, earn a stable income, get the medical care they need, and build wealth for themselves and their families.” Report overview The Special Legislative Commission to Study Poverty was enacted in 2021 and completed its comprehensive study between April 2024 and June 2025. The 34-member Commission was tasked with studying poverty in the Commonwealth and developing recommendations to signifi cantly reduce poverty over the next 10 years. This is the Commission’s fi nal report, and it is called “Pathways to Possibility: A Ten Year Roadmap to Expand Economic Mobility in Massachusetts.” LEGISLATION | SEE PAGE 6 “45 Years of Dedication to our great City of Everett” Ward 1 Councilman Wayne A. Matewsky for Councillor At-Large 86 Lewis St., Everett, MA * 617-389-5106 (Paid. Pol. Adv.) 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The Commission’s policy prescriptions include potential legislative and regulatory proposals that address four key areas: Access to Essential Support, Stability for Individuals and Families, Opportunity for Economic Mobility, and Systems Coordination and Implementation. This report is intended to serve as a roadmap to greatly reduce poverty in Massachusetts by 2035. These recommendations are grounded in evidence, shaped by the experience and stories of community members that are most impacted, and can be collectively owned by leaders, advocates, citizens and professionals who understand the urgency and possibility of this work. ASAP Act overview The ASAP Act is a combination of some of the most eff ective anti-poverty policies currently proposed in the Legislature and new proposals informed by discussions with Commission members and tesIf We Happen To Meet By Accident ... You’ll Be Glad You Found Us! There is a difference between the rest and the BEST! 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Putting cash in people’s pockets • Lifting our families out of deep poverty: increasing the Transitional Aid to Families with Dependent Children (TAFDC) cash benefits program for pregnant individuals, families and caregivers, and increasing the Emergency Aid to the Elderly, Disabled and Children (EAEDC) cash benefi ts program until every eligible person is above 50% of the federal poverty line) • Protecting maternal health: guaranteeing that all pregnant people can access TAFDC cash benefi ts from the moment they know about their pregnancy. • Codifying TAFDC clothing and rental allowances: ensuring that eligible parents and pregnant people can access $50 per month in rental assistance and the annual $500 clothing allowance for their children. • Codifying EAEDC rental allowance: guaranteeing that eligible people can access $50 per month rental assistance every year. • Updating child support policies: prohibiting the government from taking any amount of child support payments from low-income parents and giving parents the ability to decide not to pursue child support if it could be unsafe or destabilizing for them or their children. • Enhancing tax credits: increasing Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC) benefi ts for low-income workers and increasing the Commonwealth’s Child and Family Tax Credit (CFTC) for eligible parents and caretakers. This provision will also expand EITC eligibility to low-income workers of all ages, legal residents, workers with large families, and all children up to age 18. • Establishing a guaranteed income pilot: creating a cash stipend of $1,000 per month for fi ve years to any individual transitioning out of foster care between the ages of 18-23. • Replacing stolen food assistance benefits: directing the Commonwealth to replace Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) cash benefi ts stolen by criminal rings through skimming or phishing. • Improving language access: requiring all public-facing Commonwealth government agencies, and the outside service providers they rely on, to offer interpretation services and translate vital documents for non-English speakers. This will ensure that all residents can better access the public services they need. • Providing menstrual products: ensuring and expanding access to free menstrual products, without stigma, to all menstruating individuals in all public schools, homeless shelters, prisons and county jails. Protecting and empowering workers • Protecting workers’ wages: enhancing the Attorney General’s ability to ensure companies pay their employees the wages they deserve and hold employers accountable when they steal workers’ wages, ensuring workers have remedies and relief when experiencing employer retaliation, and empowering workers to fi ght wage theft. • Streamlining automatic record sealing: creating an automated process so that individuals with eligible past off enses who have served their time can fi nd a job and access housing without stigma. • Eliminating subminimum wage for farmworkers: raising wages from $8 per hour to at least the minimum wage ($15 per hour). • Eliminating subminimum wage for people with disabilities: prohibiting employers’ ability to pay a subminimum wage to individuals with disabilities and ensure these workers earn at least the Massachusetts minimum wage. Building wealth • Establishing a baby bonds program: creating a trust fund for eligible children that can be used after turning 18 to pursue wealth-building ventures like seeking more eduLEGISLATION | SEE PAGE 11 ׉ 7cassandra://yeISBLBC1NT8suHITcYGVUEN8lX4UuGtQxMH97BxBEo1`hHdk׉E@THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, AugusT 15, 2025 Page 7 Overnight lane closure scheduled for American Legion Highway project Partial lane closure at Bell Circle in Revere through October; community outreach program to continue N ational Grid is set to begin the final phase of its American Legion Highway underground infrastructure upgrade at Bell Circle in Revere to help enhance the reliability of energy delivery for over 30,000 customers across Revere, Malden, Everett and Winthrop. The project has been underway for the past two construction seasons and involves upgrading the underground gas main that serves these REQUEST | FROM PAGE 1 “Before we get something on the ballot we need more information,” Smith feels. “Residents need to understand what they’re voting for. The Mayor needs to come before us to tell us what’s going on behind closed doors,” a reference to information on negotiations between The Kraft Group and Boston Mayor Michelle Wu. “How do you have a vote before you have an agreement?” DiPierro asked. “Putting it on the ballot is a waste of time.” “I’m not in favor of the stadium no matter how much sugar coating you put on it,” Hanlon said before admitting, “I communities. In coordination with the Massachusetts Department of Transportation (MassDOT) and the City of Revere, National Grid will begin the final installation phase at Bell Circle. To complete this critical work safely, contractors will work a 12-hour, overnight schedule. During overnight work hours, a partial lane closure will be implemented at the northern end of Bell Circle. The partial lane clodon’t know what you could put there.” The members also passed a resolution conceived on the spot by Rogers to send the state legislature’s Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy Committee a letter supporting a bottle bill for deposits on single serving liquor bottles, known as nips, after an appearance by State Senator Sal DiDomenico explaining the situation at the State House. He said a separate proposal to have a deposit on nips is being added to another bill to have deposits on water bottles and sports drinks as well as raise all deposits from fi ve cents to 10. “We’re looking to get it out of Another reason to save. NEW CD RATE 4.25% APY* 9-Month Term *Annual Percentage Yield (APY) is accurate of the date posted and is subject to change without notice. APY assumes the interest remains on deposit until maturity. 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This overnight closure will allow contractors to install the remaining gas main while minimizing disruptions to Committee and onto the fl oor,” DiDomenico said. “I’m confi - dent it will happen.” An eff ect will be to reduce trash, including street trash. “We know anything with a deposit is redeemed and off the streets,” DiDomenico said. “Nips are a danger to the sewer system because they fi nd their way into it because they’re small.” The idea has also been endorsed by State Representative Joseph McConagle. The Council also approved an item allowing Stephanie McColaugh to serve on the Conservation Commission and Planning Board at the same time. traffic. Due to the Labor Day holiday, no work will take place from Friday, August 29 through 9:00 p.m. Tuesday, September 2. Further details regarding traffic management in and around this work zone will be provided on the project’s website, as well as biweekly schedule updates. Additionally, National Grid’s community outreach team will continue to engage abutters on and around the project route to share the latest information and answer questions related to this and future work plans. For more information, including project updates, schedules and real-time notifications, visit www. americanlegionhighwayproject.com. 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He has the perfect resume for the job” — a reference to Van Campen’s time on the City Council and work as a City Solicitor and Deputy Mayor in Melrose. Among the many people holding signs that morning was Henry Murphy of Melrose, who said he met Van Campen while working as a volunteer at Melrose City Hall. “He’s a good guy,” he feels. Van Campen entered downtown in a sports car bearing campaign signs followed by a truck full of teenagers waving signs. The truck made several trips up and down Broadway. Supporters picked up signs in the function room of Sacro Plaza, an apartment building at 142 School St. where the candidate held his grand opening of his new headquarters. “We need a leader we can have faith in,” building owner and supporter Sal Sacro said. “I’ve known Robert for several decades. He’s a nice family man with wonderful children and has experience in law and understands the responsibility and liability of not doing the right thing.” “We need change in Everett,” Robert Cogliano, who was shooting video for the campaign, feels. “The Mayor has VAN CAMPEN | SEE PAGE 9 Mayoral candidate Robert Van Campen is shown with city councillors Stephanie Smith and Peter Pientrantonio during the campaign rally on Saturday. (Advocate photos by Tara Vocino) Van Campen campaign supporters are shown during the campaign rally in Everett Square. ׉ 7cassandra://wLjbcdM3pw2x_A5GTL_lDWAJbXfxp1TuCHQsoYEzClk=H`hHdm׉ETHE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, AugusT 15, 2025 Page 9 BBB Tip: Back to school shopping for tech supplies A s the back-to-school season approaches, parents and students are gearing up for the annual shopping spree. Whether you prefer in-person shopping or browsing online, staying informed and prepared can make this busy time more manageable and cost-effective. The Better Business Bureau (BBB) has tips to help you navigate back-to-school shopping. What you’ll learn: • Steps to take to prepare for back-to-school shopping • How to maximize savings from sales and tax-free weekends • The types of sales and discounts you might be able to leverage Before determining what students might need for the year, set a budget. Planning ahead as much as possible will help keep expenses to a minimum and help everyone involved stay on task. BBB recommends the following tips when looking for school-related items, either in person or online: In-person shopping • Create a shopping list before heading to the store. This helps you to stay focused and avoid impulse purchases. • Shop early. To avoid crowds and ensure you get the best selection, start your shopping early in the season. • Compare prices between retailers, save coupons, sign up for email alerts and redeem any cash-back or rebate off ers. This will help you get the best deals and stay within budget. Research big-ticket items • Read reviews. Look for reviews from credible sources to understand the pros and cons of diff erent models. • Check specifi cations. When buying new equipment, check with your child’s school to learn about any technical requirements and determine if any changes are necessary to the home’s high-speed internet. Before purchasing an expensive laptop, tablet or computer accessory, research the brands, BBB TIP | SEE PAGE 11 OP-ED | FROM PAGE 3 ed as the Kraft Group has done in Foxborough, will be a large boon to our community. There is another part to this that gets little or no discussion. Phase Two of the Encore development across the street from the Casino was put on hold last year. Construction of a professional soccer stadium next door should bring Encore back to the table. When we started the rezoning of lower Broadway, we had a vision for the future of that area. The City Council waffl ing on this issue by passing the referendum and handing it off to the mayor to kill instead of being decisive. Negotiations are in the process, and the City should not leave anything on the table, but let’s not undermine the negotiations with a lot of mixed signals. All that matters is whether this is good for Everett and in my opinion, in the long run, it is. • Check store policies. Be aware of return policies, especially for electronics and clothing, in case you need to make exchanges or returns. UMass Amherst announces spring 2025 grads A pproximately 5,000 students received bachelor’s degrees in over 100 majors at the University of Massachusetts Amherst’s Undergraduate Commencement on May 16 at the McGuirk Alumni Stadium. Everett students who received a bachelor’s degree from the University of Massachusetts Amherst: Karla Pascuala Ajpop Curruchiche, Keara M. Farrell, Emily Le Huynh and Kendrick Allen Thereault. 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With all the places I have been — especially chasing games all over the country, at all different levels of baseball for many years — I have had so many memories and experiences. I got another taste of that the other day when I started reading the stories about former Red Sox and present Cincinnati Reds manager Terry Francona and him winning his 2,000th career game as an MLB manager. Francona, of course, is expected to be a sure shot Cooperstown Baseball Hall of Fame inductee as soon as he is eligible, after leading the Red Sox to a pair of World Series Championships (2004, 2007 and almost a third!) and then 11 successful seasons after that with the Cleveland Guardians. Through it all, Francona has battled personal problems (some of which unfairly were made public), lots of health issues and a shocking dismissal by the Sox after a 90win 2011 season, when it was floated that he had supposedly “lost the clubhouse” due to some tough to deal with, high-paid louts who were masquerading as hardworking maThe Midwest League still exists today with Single A baseball. The South Bend (Ind.) franchise is now an affiliate of the National League Chicago Cubs. jor leaguers. As Cleveland’s manager from 2012 to this season, Francona led the Guardians to division titles in 2016, 2017, 2018 and 2022, the AL pennant in 2016 and wild card appearances in 2013 and 2020. In this, his first year with the Cincinnati Reds, Francona has them fighting for the wild card in the National League Central, just behind the Cubs and the Brewers. Anyways, does anyone realize that Francona’s very first coaching job was with the Chicago White Sox minor league farm system for four seasons from 1992-1995 before he got his first Major League Baseball (MLB) manager’s post with the Philadelphia Phillies in 1997? That’s right. After a 10-year Major League playing career — mostly with the Montreal Expos — his very first manager’s post in the Minor Leagues was with the South Bend (Ind.) White Sox, Chicago’s Low Single A franchise. One of Terry “Tito” Francona’s The South Bend Silver Sox was the first stop on the lengthy professional career (19922001) of former Malden High great Carmine Cappuccio. (Courtesy Photo) top players on the first team he ever managed? Well, it was none other than Malden High School’s longest-playing professional baseball player in city history, whom many believe the best overall athlete to wear a Malden uniform, Carmine Cappuccio. Cappuccio was the first Malden High Golden Tornado baseball player selected in the Major League Baseball entry draft for the 1990s and second-highest round pro baseball draftee in Malden High history, one of five MLB picks in that Malden decade of high-powered baseball. He was selected 260th overall in the 1992 MLB entry draft, CAPPUCCIO WAS BEST EVER: Malden High School’s Carmine Cappuccio (17), shown here in the Massachusetts Baseball Coaches Association (MBCA) State All-Star Game in 1988, beside St. John’s Prep’s Mike Kotarski and Tewksbury’s Chris Mader. Coincidentally, Mader and Cappuccio would both go on to play collegiately at Rollins College in Winter Park, Fla. (Courtesy Photo) the 24th pick in the 9th round by the Chicago White Sox. That draft came on June 1, 1992, and there were some bigtime “notables” in it, the biggest being the #5 overall pick, then future Hall of Famer Derek Jeter, who was actually not a Top 20 projectable player at the time, who went to the New York Yankees out of Kalamazoo (Mich.) Central High School. Future Boston Red Sox World Series winner Johnny Damon went first round #35 to the Kansas City Royals out of Dr. Phillips High School in Orlando, Fla. Another future Red Sox, Mike Lowell, was a 48th ROUND(!) draftee by the Chicago White Sox but did not sign. Cappuccio, a 1988 Malden High graduate and a threetime NCAA Division 2 First Team All-America selectee out of Rollins College in Winter Park, Fla., signed a $15,000 bonus and jumped on a plane from Logan Airport in Boston to Chicago two days after to meet his coaching staff and join his team. He was assigned to the South Bend (Ind.) White Sox, the Low “A” affiliate of the White Sox, a charter member of the Midwest “A” League. Chicago International Airport was about a 90-minute drive from South Bend. On the spur of the moment, a week or so later, I decided I, too, would fly to Chicago and try and see Carmine play in his first professional game, since he was the first pro guy I had ever coached, having been a varsity coach alongside Shawn Brickman at Malden High in Cappuccio “the Salem Street Slugger’s” three wildly successful years with Malden High baseball (1986-1988). Carmine did not get into the season opener, a home game for South Bend, who were listed as the “South Bend White Sox,” but actually went by the “South Bend Silver Sox.” But there he was in Game 2, starting in right field in his first-ever professional baseball game. I was sitting there, about 20 rows from the field in South Bend, Indiana, also home of that little Catholic school next door to the baseball park. What was that name? Oh yeah, Notre Dame! What a thrill it was to see this 22-year-old kid from Malden getting his first professional swings! Carmine grounded out his first at bat, pulling the ball sharply between the first and second baseman. The second baseman made a pretty good play on the ball. Second at bat? Bingo! Carmine hammered a ball in the gap in right cenTERRY FRANCONA | SEE PAGE 13 ׉ 7cassandra://xGlvkh3xArZpTzICIuCeaUTqrJXyNIkGAJVE-dOxCXU8`hHds׉ETHE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, AugusT 15, 2025 Page 11 In August teachers receive free admission to LEGO Discovery Center Boston S LEGO® ummer break is well-deserved for teachers, and Discovery Center Boston is giving these amazing educators even more summer fun with free admission during the entire month of August. Teachers can relive their childhood and build lasting memories with their families amongst millions of LEGO® (Courtesy photo) LEGISLATION | FROM PAGE 6 cation, buying a house or starting a business. Children who are born into families with low income or are in the Commonwealth’s child welfare system will be eligible for this wealth-building savings account seeded by the Commonwealth. • Creating a matched savings program: establishing a Commonwealth-funded matched savings program, which will be available to people whose incomes are below 80% of the area median income. Participants will be entered into a program where they can receive financial education coaching and an account that will provide $4 in matching funds from the Commonwealth for every $1 they save. Graduates of the program can use their savings on a wide range of wealth-building activities. • Building community wealth through the ENOUGH Act (Engaging Neighborhoods, Organizations, Unions, Governments and Households): An innovative strategy to fight poverty by investing resources in high-need neighborhoods and collaborating with residents to help make decisions to ensure investments increase economic mobility. BBB TIP | FROM PAGE 9 warranty, customer reviews and prices at various stores to ensure the best deal. Also, look up the retailer’s reputation on BBB.org. • Look for student discounts. Many tech companies offer discounts for students. Verify eligibility and take advantage of these savings. Shop smart with sales and tax-free weekends • Plan ahead. Mark your calendar for upcoming sales and tax-free weekends. These are ideal times to buy school supplies, clothing and electronics without paying sales tax. Check out the Federation of Tax Administrators to see what your state offers. • Make a priority list. Decide which items are most crucial to purchase during these sales to maximize your savings. • Combine discounts. Look for opportunities to combine store sales with manufacturer rebates or coupons. Asking for discounts • Don’t hesitate to ask. When shopping in person, inquire if there are any available discounts, especially for bulk purchases or floor models. • Leverage loyalty programs. Sign up for store loyalty programs, which can offer exclusive discounts and points on purchases. • Use student IDs. Some store discounts are available to students with either an “.edu” email address or a student ID. If you’re a student or you have a student in your family, ask if there are any student discounts available. • Visit school supply drives. Many communities and organizations host school supply drives where you can either donate or receive supplies. Check with local schools, community centers or nonprofits. Consider buying in bulk • Team up with other parents. Consider pooling resources with other parents to buy supplies (like paper towels, tissues, wipes, hand sanitizer) in bulk, which can be more cost-effective. • Warehouse stores. Check out warehouse clubs for bulk deals on school supplies and snacks. Shop wisely and safely online • When shopping online, be wary of ads that feature items that imply that you might want or need them based on your search history. Scammers could be trying to drive you to a different website. Take note of the ad and go to the store’s website by directly typing into the search bar. Note the website’s privacy policy and contact information and always use a credit card when purchasing. • Shop on reputable websites. Ensure you are purchasing from well-known and trusted web50 bricks, as they get free admission — and get 30% off admission for up to six of their family or friends. Teachers can build on their expansive knowledge by going to the ultimate indoor LEGO playground, where creativity never ends. From creative workshops taught by Master Model Builders to exploring a LEGO replica of the cityscape sites. Look for HTTPS in the URL. • Use secure payment methods. Opt for secure payment methods like credit cards or payment services that offer buyer protection. By following these tips, you can make your back-to-school shopping experience smoothwith local landmarks in MINIWORLD, the visit to LEGO® Discovery Center Boston is sure to inspire the teachers and their guests for the upcoming school year. Free admission for teachers is only available at LEGO® Discovery Center Boston during the month of August and available in-person or online at this website: https://www.legodiscoverycenter.com/boston/whats-inside/events/teacher-appreciation-month/ Teachers must purchase a ticket to receive one free admission ticket, and adults (18+) must be accompanied by a child (aged 17 or under) to visit the attraction. Offer only valid Aug 1-31, 2025. er, safer and more economical. Whether you’re shopping for essentials or splurging on big-ticket items, a little planning and research can go a long way in ensuring you get the best value for your money. For more information, read more tips at https:// www.bbb.org/all/back-to-school. Lawrence A. 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Milonopoulos solid at plate in win over Coastal Devin Milonopoulos gains some territory down the third base line for Metro Team in the Bay State Games. (Courtesy/ The Maldonian/ Malden HS Yearbook) Nick D’Anna mans the catcher’s position for Metro Team in Game 1. By Nick Toscani busy summer continued for a crew of local players who donned the jerseys of the Metro Team and led the squad to the medal round of the 2025 Bay State Games Baseball Showcase, held at Bob Rotondi Field at Richard Howard Park. Led by a contingent of playA ers from Malden High School, Malden Catholic and Mystic Valley Regional Charter High School, the Metro Team started off slowly but rallied to win its last two games on the second and third days of competition and propel themselves into the Bronze Medal game. Despite a solid effort in a seesaw finish, Metro fell to archrival Northeast, 7-6, and The Metro Team for the 2025 Bay State Games Baseball finished fourth and made it to the final medal round for the first time in three seasons. Included were, top row, from left, Travers Moodie (Medford High), Ryan McMahon (Malden High), Luke Marshall (Belmont), Jacob Gisetto (of Everett, Malden Catholic), Conor Brooks (Cambridge R&L), Liam Powers (Mystic Valley Charter), David Ruane (of Everett, Malden Catholic), EJ Lavalle (Arlington Catholic) and Ben Hickey (Mystic Valley Charter). Front row, from left, Devin Milonopoulos (Malden High), Davante Layne (Malden High), Nick D’Anna (Malden High), Jaylen Rivera-Fuentes (Malden High), Ryan Beach (Quincy High) and Bryan Gustafson (Quincy High). Not shown, Saugus resident Nico Santonastaso of Mystic Valley Charter HS, Billy Gavin of Malden HS, Anthony Capalino of Everett and Malden Catholic and George Papalambros of Revere High. (Advocate Photo) finished one run short of the Bronze Medal, finishing 4th overall. Righthander Ryan McMahon, who starred just a day earlier for Metro, tossing a 3-hit shutout in a win over Southeast, stayed solid for the locals with three shutout innings to start the game, before being lifted due to a pitch count. McMahon, a Class of 2026 rising senior for Malden High, participated in his third consecutive Bay State Games and along with his standout pitching, he was also one of Metro’s top hitters in the Showcase Tournament. McMahon was joined in the Bay State Games by five of his Malden High teammates, who just finished a strong 14-7 season in the Greater Boston League and State TourMetro Team ’ s De vin Milonopoulos, Malden High Class of 2028, at the plate, looking for a hit in the Bay State Games. (Courtesy/The Maldonian/ Malden HS Yearbook) Malden High Class of 2028 Jaylen Rivera-Fuentes mans his spot in the infield for Metro Team. (Courtesy/The Maldonian/ Malden HS Yearbook) Metro Team’s Davante Layne fires a throw in the Bay State Games. (Courtesy/The Maldonian/ Malden HS Yearbook) nament. Included were Class of 2026 pitcher-infielder Billy Gavin and Class of 2028 rising sophomores Nick D’Anna, Davante Layne, Devin Milonopoulos and Jayen Rivera-Fuentes. All of them played well for Metro, with Gavin pitching quality innings in the second game against Central on Day One and Layne, D’Anna, MiloMetro Team’s Davante Layne‚ a Malden High School Class of 2028 standout, fields his spot at second base in the Bay State Games. (Courtesy/The Maldonian/ Malden HS Yearbook) nopoulos and Rivera-Fuentes all performing well at the plate and in the field. Representing Malden Catholic High School were rising senior David Ruane, a captain BEACON | SEE PAGE 13 Mystic Valley Charter School Eagles on the Metro Team included from left, Liam Powers of Class of 2026 and Ben Hickey of Class of 2027. (Courtesy Photo/MV Eagles Baseball) ׉ 7cassandra://wY3g4Ed4fJwe1EcRL6r7wkCDDlUpoEEd-v2tRzJfTVw:`hHdu׉EvTHE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, AugusT 15, 2025 Page 13 METRO ‘TORNADOS’ – Malden High School players who excelled for the Bronze Medal Finalist Metro Team included, from left, Davante Layne, Jaylen Rivera-Fuentes, Ryan McMahon, Billy Gavin, Nick D’Anna and Devin Milonopoulos. (Advocate Photo) Nice Play! Metro Team’s Jaylen Rivera-Fuentes puts down the tag to catch a player stealing for the out at second base during the Bay State Games. (Courtesy/The Maldonian/ Malden HS Yearbook) Terry Francona’s first professional baseball coaching job was as manager of the South Bend (Ind.) Silver Sox in the Midwest League, then Low Single A level for the Chicago White Sox. (Courtesy Photo) TERRY FRANCONA | FROM PAGE 10 Malden High Class of 2026 pitcher Billy Gavin fires one in for Metro Team. (Advocate Photo) ter and it looked like a sure double, but the centerfielder tracked it down and held him to a single. Carmine did take a wide turn, but he did not take the bait as the outfielder fired a seed to second base. He got lifted for a pinch Mystic Valley Char t er Eagles Class of 2027 Nico Santonastaso was a member of Metro Team in the Bay State Games. (Courtesy Photo/MV Eagles Baseball) BEACON | FROM PAGE 12 this past season and an Everett resident and Jacob Gisetto, Malden Catholic Class of 2027, also an Everett resident. Also representing Malden Catholic was rising sophomore Anthony Capalino, another Everett resident. It was Capalino’s second Bay State Games and the third for Ruane. Three players from Mystic Valley Regional Charter High School shined for Metro Malden High Class of 2026 righthander Ryan McMahon fires a pitch for Metro Team. Team, rising senior Liam Powers (third Bay State Games), rising junior Ben Hickey (second Bay State Games) and rising junior Nico Santonastaso, a Saugus resident. Revere High School rising senior George Papalambros was also a member of the Metro Team this year. For D’Anna, who was Malden High’s starting varsity third baseman as a freshman this past season, it was his second Bay State Games. It was Malden High Class of 2028 slugger Nick D’Anna takes a big swing for Metro Team in the Bay State Games. the first Bay State Games for Layne, Malden High’s starting second baseman and record-setting leading hitter, Milonopoulois, the Tornado designated hitter this past season, Rivera-Fuentes and Gavin, a Tornado captain this past season and its leading pitching in wins and earned run average. All six players and two other returning starters will be leading the Malden High Golden Tornado baseball fortunes next spring. hitter in the later innings as they used a ton of guys in the game. That’s all right, I got to see his first professional game and his very first professional base hit! Awesome! I waited for him after the game and who knew? It happened. Carmine actually took a fairly long time to come out afterward and, wouldn’t you know, he was one of the last players to leave, walking out and chatting with his manager at the door, none other than Terry Francona! Carmine saw me standing there and waved me over. “Hey Skip,” Carmine says to the future Hall of Famer, “This is Frek, my high school coach; he came out to see me play this weekend.” “Nice to meet you, Frek!” Carmine’s soon to be very famous manager said. “We got us a good one here, he’s got a good eye and great bat. We’re lucky to have him!” Of course, Carmine was beaming — and so was I — two Malden guys who had no idea we were in the presence of astounding, future greatness: a man who would transform two franchises into bona fide “super”-winners, with two World Series titles in Boston, no less. I knew right away Carmine was in good hands, and I had a great flight back to Logan two days after that. Carmine would go on to play professional baseball at various levels — all the way up to Triple AAA! — and in three different countries for the next 10 years, longer than anyone ever in Malden High history. He appeared in 847 professional baseball games in 10 seasons, had 907 hits (77 home runs) in 3,117 at bats and finished his pro career with a sparkling .291 lifetime batting average. Francona? Well, he went on and did (and is still doing) Hall of Fame level deeds. Good luck with anything you do, and anyplace you go, Tito Francona! That one night in South Bend 1992, you made Malden High’s best-ever hitter, and his high school coach feels like a million bucks! ׉ 7cassandra://7-2tULPnKpUpWksMKot29qVhipvueNLvNK09Db39ZtA4 `hHdvhHdu rבCטUru׉׉ 7cassandra://LQNmAvPFXvEWnmkMqAvCu5EKPxj63ZG9qZNstE6UJCM o`'p׉ 7cassandra://dpp5DSXOn3ld4kZxp4LVAfwnZvIjscjSJn0239_CkMQi`׉ 7cassandra://uQvoi94Uvq6owcxXjyUeR-fMTYKqhr7hJm-7kTxwveo3`hHdβטUUru׉׉ 7cassandra://MsTxSR6gzaefnYG7J_jZorOAz-GplC2bVwa0nryMJQs`'p׉ 7cassandra://O2mguph5BI3gX81SSIgI4I84ExSkYWfrWSicnPQs2c4ͳ`׉ 7cassandra://G1eCRN3WPzUS3QKMXyOXpIfuokcMAbM7ZuhtvnlMGGM3$`hHdγנhHdαh9׉Hhttps://www.heart.org/Gׁ ׁ rנhHdνh9ׁHhttp://www.heart.orgׁ ׁ Ј׉E/WPage 14 THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, AugusT 15, 2025 Say nr Sa a y Senior Seni by Jim Miller Where to Find Senior Discounts in 2025 Dear Savvy Senior, My husband and I are in our 50’s and would like to know what resources you recommend for locating senior discounts, and what age do they kick in? Frugal Fay Dear Fay, One of the great perks of growing older in America is the many discounts that are available. There are literally thousands of senior discounts on a wide variety of products and services including restaurants, travel and lodging, entertainment, retail, health, grocery stores, automotive services and much more. These discounts – typically ranging between 5 and 25 percent off – can add up to save you hundreds of dollars each year. So, if you don’t mind admitting your age, here are some tips and tools to help you locate the discounts you may be eligible for. Always Ask The fi rst thing to know is that most businesses don’t advertise them, but many give senior discounts, so don’t be shy about asking. You also need to know that while some discounts are available as soon as you turn 50, many others may not kick in until you turn 55, 60, 62 or 65. Search Online Because senior discounts frequently change and can vary depending on where you live and the time of year, the internet is the easiest way to locate them. A good place to start is at TheSeniorList.com (click on the “Money” tab), which provides a large list of discounts in restaurants, grocery stores, retail stores, and for prescription medications, travel and more. You can also search for discounts by provider. Go to any standard search engine like Google or Bing and type in the business or organization you’re curious about, followed by “senior discount” or “senior discount tickets.” Or use an AI tool like Chat GPT or Gemini to do a search. If you use an iPhone, you can even use the “Senior Discounts & Coupons” app (available in the App Store), which categorizes discounts by age and type. Join a Club Another good avenue to senior discounts is through membership organizations like AARP, which offers its members age 50 and older a wide variety of discounts through affi liate businesses – see AARP.org/ViewMyBenefi ts. If, however, you don’t like or agree with AARP, or don’t want to pay the $15 membership fee, there are other organizations you can join that also provide discounts like the Association of Mature American Citizens (AMAC.us), the American Automobile Association (AAA. com), or for retired federal workers, the National Active and Retired Federal Employees Association (NARFE.org). Types of Discounts Here’s an abbreviated rundown of some of the diff erent types of discounts you can expect to fi nd. Restaurants: Senior discounts are common at restaurants and fast-food establishments – like Chili’s, Denny’s, Golden Corral, Outback Steakhouse, McDonald’s and Sonic – ranging from free/discounted drinks to discounts off your total order. Retailers: Many thrift stores like Goodwill and Salvation Army, and certain retailers like Joann, Kohl’s, Michaels, Ross, PetSmart and Walgreens stores off er a break to seniors on certain days of the week. Supermarkets: Many locally owned grocery stores offer senior discount programs, as do some chains like BI-LO, Piggly-Wiggly, Fry’s, New Seasons, Fred Meyer and Hy-Vee, which off er discounts on certain days of the week. Travel: American, Delta and United Airlines provide discounted senior fares for select destinations in the U.S. to passengers 65 plus, while British Airlines off ers AARP members $65 off economy seats. Amtrak provides a 10 percent discount to travelers over 65. Most car rental companies give discounts to 50-plus customers or AARP members. Royal Caribbean, Norwegian and Carnival cruise lines off er senior rates to cruisers 55 and over. And, most hotels off er senior discounts, usually ranging from 10 to 30 percent. Entertainment: Most movie theaters, museums, golf courses, ski slopes and other public entertainment venues provide reduced admission to seniors over 60 or 65. And the National Park Service off ers a lifetime senior pass for those 62 and older for $80. Send your questions or comments to questions@savvysenior.org, or to Savvy Senior, P.O. Box 5443, Norman, OK 73070. nior ior Everett Public Libraries Calendar of Events Around Everett Mindful Miles: Shute Front Door, Saturday, August 23, at 8 a.m.; join us for a relaxing morning walk starting from the Shute Memorial Library to multiple laps around Glendale Park. Walk at your own pace, for as long as you like. This is intended for ages 18 and up. No registration is required. Parlin Adult and Teens Gaming Club: Parlin Meeting Room, Mondays and Wednesdays in August from 2-3 p.m. Join us for board games on Mondays and multiplayer video games on Wednesdays! For ages 12 and up. Classics & Crafts Movie Night: Parlin Meeting Room, Tuesday, August 19, at 6:30 p.m. Join us for a casual movie viewing where conversation is allowed and crafting is encouraged, featuring our favorite classic books on the big screen of the Parlin Meeting Room TV! BYO crafts and snacks or borrow craft supplies from our library clubs. We’ll be watching “Jane Eyre” (2011), and viewers are recommended to be 14 years of age or older. Resume Writing: Parlin Information Desk. Do you need help sprucing up an old resume or creating a new one? Sign up for a 30-minute session at the Parlin. By appointment only; to register, send an email to parlininfo@ noblenet.org or call 617-394-2300. Computer Basics 101: Parlin Information Desk. Not familiar with the computer? Learn the basics: how to start up and shut down a computer, perform mouse and keyboard functions, use applications, learn Microsoft Word, navigate the Internet, set up an email account, and more! By appointment only; to register, send an email to parlininfo@noblenet.org or call 617-394-2300. Parlin Children’s Mystery Craft Monday: Stop by the Children’s Room every Monday for a Grab and Go mystery craft — a self-directed arts and crafts program for children ages three to seven. Mystery crafts can be taken home or crafted with a friend or caregiver at our children’s tables. What will be in your mystery craft kit? No registration required, while supplies last. Lego Club: Parlin Children’s Room, Monday, August 18, from 3-5 p.m. Come to the Children’s Room on Mondays for some free Lego building fun. Open to all ages; children under six years old must be accompanied by an adult. No registration is required. Storytime and Sing-along with Karen: Parlin Children’s Room, Wednesday, August 20, at 11 a.m. Join us for a fun-fi lled morning of singing and storytelling with Karen! Suggested ages: newborn to six. Drama Class: Parlin Children’s Room, Wednesday, August 20, at 3 p.m. Do you have a drama queen or king at home? Drama Class in the Parlin Children’s Department is the perfect opportunity for your child to put those acting skills to use with our drama coach! Suggested ages: six to 14. Story Time Adventures with Mrs. McAuliff e: Parlin Children’s Room; join us on Thursday and Friday at 11 a.m. for our enchanting Story Time! You will be whisked away on magical adventures through the pages of your favorite books. Bring a friend or make a new one in our circle of friends. Fluency Fun Friday! Parlin Children’s Room, Friday, August 22, at 2 p.m. Brush up your fl uency skills before school starts! Drop by the library for an afternoon of fun board games like Scrabble and Bananagrams, word searches and crossword puzzles. Suggested ages: fi ve to 11. Friday Family Movie Night: Parlin Meeting Room, Friday, August 22, at 3 p.m. Grab a friend and join us at the library to watch “Call of the Wild.” Free popcorn provided by the Friends of the Everett Public Libraries will be served. Mixed-Media Crafts: Parlin Children’s Room, Saturday, August 23, at 11 a.m. Enjoy learning and develop your imagination! Recommended for ages fi ve to 12. Registration is required, sign up online. This program is funded by the Everett Cultural Council. Origami Club: Parlin Children’s Room, Saturday, August 23, at 12 p.m. Learn how to fold paper animals of all kinds! Open to all ages and abilities. Paper and instruction will be provided. Shute Adult and Teens Sketch Studio: Shute Meeting Room, Tuesday, August 19, at 4:30 p.m. Come hang with us at our Sketch Studio hour — a weekly drop-in art session! Drop in once a week and bring your creativity. For ages 14-18. No registration is required. This program is generously sponsored by the Friends of the Everett Public Libraries. Romance Book Club: Shute Meeting Room, Tuesday, August 19, at 6 p.m.; for ages 18 and up. Calling all romance lovers! Join our Romance Book Club! We’ll meet every third Tuesday of the month (unless otherwise noted on our calendar). No registration needed — just bring your love for all things romance! The book of the month is “Summer in the City” by Alex Aster. Limited copies will be available to borrow from our circulation desk. Crafty Conversations: Swap Painting: Thursday, August 21, at 7:00 p.m. Unleash your inner artist in this creative twist on a not-so-average paint night! Bring a friend so you can swap your painting every 10 minutes to build off your friend’s imagination or from the creative prompts provided. Your painting will be a collaborative piece! Registration is required. This is recommended for ages 18-109. This program is generously funded by the Friends of the Everett Public Libraries. Resume Writing: Shute Adult Department; book a one-on-one resume assistance appointment and let a librarian help you craft a resume tailored to your strengths and aspirations. Sign up for a 30-minute session; Fridays by appointment only. Computer Basics 101: Shute Adult Department. Tech newbie? No problem! Learn to power up, click around, type like a pro, explore the digital world and even send your first email. Book your adventure with technology today! By appointment only on Fridays; please call the Shute Library to register for an appointment. Shute Children’s Story to Screen: Book & Movie Club: Shute Meeting Room, Mondays at 2:30 p.m.; it’s time for fi lms and fun! Munch on popcorn and watch “Tuck Everlasting.” Can you answer the question “Which was better, the book or the movie?” Recommended for children ages eight and up. Miss Val’s Storytime Pals with Special Guest: Monday, August 18, at 10 a.m.; Nan Zhou, founder of AbleYouth Alliance, joins Miss Val for a special storytime focused on disability awareness, empathy and inclusion. Miss Val’s Storytime Pals: Shute Children’s Room, Mondays at 10 a.m. and Tuesdays at 12 p.m. What’s better than a good story? Sharing it with friends! Join Miss Val at the Shute Library for Fairytale Fun! Book Talk: Summer Reading Edition: Shute Meeting Room, Wednesdays at 10 a.m. Have you been keeping up with your summer reading? Drop in to share your opinions, get recommendations and fi nd out what everyone else has been reading (and doing) during summer break! Tune In: Music Class at the Library! Shute Meeting Room, Wednesday, August 20, from 2-3:30 p.m. Join us for a fun and interactive music class where you’ll learn to read music and sing! This program is recommended for ages 10-14. Materials for this program have been generously provided by the Friends of the Everett Public Libraries. Family Craft Corner: Paint your own Tote Bag: Shute Craft Room, Thursday, August 21, from 4-6 p.m. Reusable and fabulous — come and paint your own tote bag, perfect for carrying books to and from the library. We supply the canvas tote bag and paint supplies; you supply the creativity! Dress for a mess! Registration is required. Master Builders: Lego Free-play: Shute Children’s Room, Thursdays from 3-5 p.m.; free-play session with Legos and other building blocks. Bring a buddy, or make a new one, as you explore your imagination brick by brick! We provide the space and the materials to let your vision take shape. What will you create? ׉ 7cassandra://uQvoi94Uvq6owcxXjyUeR-fMTYKqhr7hJm-7kTxwveo3`hHdx׉EATHE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, AugusT 15, 2025 Page 15 OBITUARIES Betty A. (Bath) Cavicchio cluded with interment in Woodlawn Cemetery in Everett. In Betty’s memory, donations may be made to the American Heart Association @ www.heart.org Janet M. (Cafasso) Escott O f Everett. Passed on August 5th, 2025, at 79 years old. She was the beloved wife of Damiano Cavicchio. Loving mother of Michael Cavicchio of Everett, and Robert Cavicchio and his wife Sandra of Carlsbad, Ca. Cherished grandmother of Karen and Jason Cavicchio. Loving sister of Marylou Linehan of Somerville, Geraldine Ross of Cambridge, and Lorraine Leach of Florida. Prior to her retirement, Betty worked in the medical insurance business for many years. She was a former member of St. Therese Church, where she would often light votive candles for someone in need. Betty loved taking long walks with her husband, playing bingo, and enjoyed arts and crafts. She will be sadly missed by all. Relatives and friends were invited to attend a visitation at the JF Ward Funeral Home, 772 Broadway, Everett, on Tuesday, Aug 12th , followed by a funeral in the funeral home. Services consan and the late Peter F. Escott of Everett; the loving grandmother of Duke Escott; the dear sister of Frederick E. Cafasso and his wife, Louise of Everett, the late Rose Merenda and her husband, Peter and William Cafasso. Relatives and friends are reO f Everett. Entered into eternal rest on Saturday. August 9, 2025, in the Winchester Hospital after being in failing health. She was 78 years old. Born in Malden, Janet lived in Everett for most of her life. She was an Everett High School graduate and also a graduate of Boston State Teachers College receiving her Bachelor’s degree in Education. Janet was a teacher in the Everett Public School system retiring after 30 plus years of educating the students in Everett. Janet was the daughter of the late Frederick and Joanna M. (Grassa) Cafasso; the beloved wife of the late Peter A. Escott; the dear and devoted mother of Michael P. Escott and his wife, Su~ 1 Year Anniversary ~ Matthew Ryan “Sags” Sagarino Our Beloved Grandson August 10, 2024 - August 10, 2025 spectfully invited to attend Janet’s visitation in the Cafasso & Sons Funeral Home, 65 Clark St. (Corner of Main St.) EVERETT, Friday, August 15, 2025, from 8 a.m. to 9:30 a.m. with a funeral Mass to follow in St. Anthony’s Church, 38 Oakes St., Everett at 10 a.m. Interment Woodlawn Cemetery, Everett. Contributions in Janet’s memory to the Parkinson’s Disease Foundation, 1359 Broadway, Ste. 1509, New York, NY 10018 would be sincerely appreciated. Parking with attendants on duty. Pamela Ann (Rees) Caswell Pam was born at Malden Hospital to the late William Harold Rees and Anna Marie (Perrine) Rees of Everett, MA. A lifelong resident of Everett, she most recently resided in Wakefield with her son and his family. She worked as a Computer Key Punch Operator during the 1980s. Pam was the beloved mother of Kimberly (Caswell) Rees of Maine (formerly of Everett, MA), and Michael “Tippy” Caswell and his wife Lori Montello of Wakefield, MA. She was the cherished grandmother of Jocelyn Russo of Orlando, FL (formerly of Everett, MA), and Gavin and Rachel Caswell of Wakefield, MA. She was a cherished sister to William “Bill” Rees and his wife Margaret “Peggy” (Sweeney) Rees. Loving aunt to Laurie (Rees) Logue and her husband Pete, and Amy (Rees) Ogden and her husband Rudy. She was a proud great-aunt to Griffin and Collin Logue and Rudy Ogden, all of New Hampshire. Affectionately known as “Nana 82 , formerly of Everett, passed away peacefully on Friday, August 8, 2025, with her loving family by her side, due to complications from a stroke. Pam,” she will be remembered for her love of family, friends, and animals. Pam had a warm, creative spirit and enjoyed crocheting, arts and crafts, and celebrating Halloween by dressing up with her grandchildren and decorating the front yard. Over the years, she shared her home and heart with many beloved pets. Pam was a devoted mother, grandmother, sister, aunt, and friend. She touched the lives of many and will be deeply missed but forever remembered in our hearts. A graveside service will be held to honor and celebrate Pamela’s life on Saturday, August 23, 2025, at 10:30 a.m., at Woodlawn Cemetery, Everett. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations in Pam’s name may be made to Kaplan Family Hospice House (Care Dimensions), 78 Liberty St, Danvers, MA 01923, or to your local animal shelter. A year without you, Matthew, has been too much to bear. Our beautiful memories of you are sprayed with a million tears. Oh how we miss your beautiful face, your dimpled grin and sparkling eyes, your voice and laughter, your hugs and kisses. The pain in our hearts will never go away until we see and hold you again. Our Eternal Love, Nana & Papa xxxooo and your Loving Family ׉ 7cassandra://G1eCRN3WPzUS3QKMXyOXpIfuokcMAbM7ZuhtvnlMGGM3$`hHdyhHdx rבCטUru׉׉ 7cassandra://iG5fgHtna4a-WO6XMo_4IPljd7Cih6rRvkAC0Dy1Wew Jz`'p׉ 7cassandra://IEDLbuguEpMHJFJ1aS6KqvuBPDID0I0i4QpPpmIJj2kͬ `׉ 7cassandra://G_ajmDNDyehtZs4UXWlwGCE2W0oknxocRvF8_Io16cU-`hHdξטUUru׉׉ 7cassandra://Kz9hmKj9IeLespQMRGdms8SCmswpVtyjXlJy1z0cy8sq`'p׉ 7cassandra://jGCSMp12mAJjsAInIEWv5TQGflpio8eoHjrANoljCRcͰ`׉ 7cassandra://IEm79YUE_3jsXVzi1cM2EKOL8GbifOeKj27INsqYNsw.[`hHdοנhHdÁ؁9ׁH%mailto:Matt.Lattanzi@ci.everett.ma.usׁ ׁ ЈנhHdO9ׁH*http://www.cityofeverett.com/AgendaCenter.ׁ ׁ ЈנhHd;E9ׁH)http://www.cityofeverett.com/449/Planningׁ ׁ Ј׉E"Page 16 THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, AugusT 15, 2025 Beacon Hill Roll Call Volume 50-Report No.32 August 4-8, 2025 Copyright © 2025 Beacon Hill Roll Call. All Rights Reserved. By Bob Katzen THE HOUSE AND SENATE: Beacon Hill Roll Call records local representatives’ and senators’ votes on roll calls from recent sessions. There were no roll calls in the House or Senate last week. $259 MILLION FISCAL 2025 SUPPLEMENTAL BUDGET (S 2575) House 150-6, Senate on a voice vote without a roll call, approved and Gov. Maura Healey signed into law a $259 million fi scal 2025 supplemental budget. The measure provides $40 million for the Committee for Public Counsel Services (CPCS) to hire about 320 additional public defenders. This supplemental budget did not include this investment in legal representation for indigent defendants when the governor fi rst fi led it, but a work stoppage among private attorneys who take cases as bar advocates had since led some criminal defendants to have charges against them dropped. The Legislature added $40 million. The budget would provide bar advocates with a $20-an-hour raise over two years – compared to the $60-an-hour raise that some bar advocates were seeking. Supporters said the $40 million will more than double CPCS’s existing workforce. They noted that increasing the proportion of indigent clients represented by public defenders—as opposed to private bar advocates, who are indeLEGAL NOTICE City of Everett PLANNING BOARD 484 BROADWAY EVERETT, MA 02149 Frederick Cafasso - Chairman LEGAL NOTICE EVERETT PLANNING BOARD PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE Public Hearing on an application by Dexter Group, LLC Property located at: 163 Ferry Street Site Plan Review & Inclusionary Zoning Special Permit In accordance with the provisions of M.G.L Chapter 40A and with Sections 6, 19, and 32 of the Everett Zoning Ordinance, the Everett Planning Board will conduct a public hearing on Tuesday, September 2nd, 2025 at 6:00PM in the Speaker George Keverian Room (Room 37, Everett City Hall) to consider the above-listed application for Site Plan Review and Inclusionary Zoning Special Permit. This proposal calls for the construction of a three-and-ahalf story building containing one retail space and twenty-three (23) residential units, four (4) of which are proposed as deed-restricted affordable, and zero (0) parking spaces. The Project Site is currently occupied by a used-car lot and the redevelopment will result in the installation new landscaping, utility services, and stormwater management facility. 163 Ferry Street is a parcel of land referenced by Assessors Department as M0-08-000150. A copy of the application and plans are on file and available in the Office of the City Clerk and the Department of Planning and Development, both located at City Hall, 484 Broadway, Everett, MA 02149 and can be inspected online anytime at http://www.cityofeverett.com/449/PlanningBoard and/or by request during regular City Hall business hours by contacting The Planning and Development Office at 617-394-2334. All persons interested in or wishing to be heard on the applications may attend and participate in person. This project, along with all other projects to be discussed at the meeting, can be found on the posted Agenda at the following link: http://www.cityofeverett.com/AgendaCenter. Questions and comments can be directed in advance of the public hearing to Matt Lattanzi of the Department of Planning & Development at Matt.Lattanzi@ci.everett.ma.us or 617-394-2230. Frederick Cafasso Chairman August 15, 22, 2025 pendent contractors—will help stabilize the public defense system in Massachusetts. “This agreement provides a substantial raise for bar advocates that refl ects our commitment to supporting the important work that they do, even in a challenging budget year,” said Gov. Healey upon signing the budget. “Despite chaos at the federal level, the Massachusetts Legislature remains committed to delivering important services to our residents and communities, ensuring our bills are paid, practicing fi scal responsibility and maintaining access to justice for all,” said Senate President Karen Spilka (D-Ashlan) Not everyone agreed with that assessment. The Massachusetts Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers (MACDL) said in a statement that the raise is not suffi - cient and pledged that the MACDL will “continue to support the tireless advocacy, commitment and selfl essness of the many bar advocates who stand in solidarity to make their voices heard.” The statement continued, “The rates for bar advocates in Massachusetts remain insuffi cient and will not solve the current constitutional crisis. This legislation does not bring the rate of pay for bar advocates anywhere near the rate of pay for appointed attorneys in neighboring states.” “I say to you today and to the leadership, we’re going nowhere,” said Sean Delaney an advocate of the higher wages. “Your ridiculous proposal that you put forward yesterday has only strengthened our resolve.” In the meantime, despite the signing of the bill, some criminal defendants who haven’t been appointed a lawyer in the past 45 days continue to have charges against them dismissed. Other provisions in the budget include $60 million for Home Care Services; $43 million for Residential Assistance for Families in Transition (RAFT); $15.5 million for increasing the security of Electronic Benefi ts Transfer (EBT) cards by transitioning to chip cards; $7.5 million for the Healthy Incentives Program which both strengthens food security for residents and supports Massachusetts farmers in the face of federal funding cuts; $6 million for veterans’ benefi ts; $4 million for the Massachusetts State Police crime lab; and $1 million for the Fair Housing Fund. “Amid President Trump’s dismantling of the Department of Education, and amid sweeping cuts at the federal level to programs that millions of Americans rely on, this supplemental budget makes key investments that will ensure continued funding for state programs that support many of the commonwealth’s most vulnerable residents,” said House Speaker Ron Mariano (D-Quincy). “[This budget] has a carryover from the last budget, still spending money on illegal immigrants and pushing transgenderism and abortion,” said Rep. John Gaskey (R-Carver). “Until the Democrat-led Legislature wakes up to reality that these policies are destroying our state, I will continue to vote ‘No’ and I encourage other Democrat leaders to recognize reality and step up to be a voice for sanity and healthy citizens. Additionally, while I think the attorneys should be paid better to defend the indigent, I believe there are better ways than letting criminals go free.” Five other representatives voted against the budget but did not respond to repeated requests by Beacon Hill Roll Call asking them to explain why they voted against it. The fi ve representatives, all Republicans, are Reps. Brad Jones (R-North Reading); Paul Frost (R-Auburn); Nicholas Boldyga (R-Southwick); Marc Lombardo (R-Billerica); and Alyson Sullivan-Almedia (R-Abington). (A “Yes” vote is for the $259 million budget. A “No” vote is against it.) Rep. Joseph McGonagle Yes $3.5 MILLION FOR DEPARTMENT OF MENTAL HEALTH (S 3) Senate 39-0, approved an amendment that would increase funding for the Department of Mental Health (DMH) by $3.5 million (from $15.5 million to $19 million) to support diversion programs that off er treatment alternatives to incarceration for individuals with mental illness and substance use disorders. It also directs the DMH to update regulations to improve discharge protocols for patients leaving mental health and substance use facilities that are overseen by the state. “This amendment gets money and training into the hands of the people doing the hardest work--the offi cers, clinicians and outreach workers who are often the fi rst to encounter our most vulnerable constituents,” said amendment sponsor Sen. Nick Collins (D-Boston). “By expanding these diversion programs and strengthening discharge oversight, we’re helping police de-escalate, helping communities stay safe and helping people get the care they need.” (A “Yes” vote is for the $3.5 million.) Sen. Sal DiDomenico Yes APPEAL MBTA COMMUNITIES ACT (S 3) Senate 5-34, rejected an amendment to the current law, known as the MBTA Communities Act, which according to the state’s website, requires that an MBTA community “must have at least one zoning district of reasonable size in which multi-family housing is permitted as of right and meets other criteria including minimum gross density of 15 units per acre; and a location not more than 1/2 mile from a commuter rail station, subway station, ferry terminal or bus station. No age restrictions can be applied and the district must be suitable for families with children.” BEACON | SEE PAGE 17 ׉ 7cassandra://G_ajmDNDyehtZs4UXWlwGCE2W0oknxocRvF8_Io16cU-`hHdz׉ETHE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, AugusT 15, 2025 Page 17 BEACON | FROM PAGE 16 The amendment would require the Department of Housing and Community Development to develop and promulgate regulations allowing a city or town affected by the zoning provisions of the MBTA Communities Act to appeal for relief from those provisions. The amendment would also require any appeal to be based on at least one of the following criteria: the community’s inability to meet the drinking water supply or wastewater requirements necessary to support the housing units authorized by the law’s zoning provisions; the inability of municipal transportation infrastructure to safely accommodate the increased population attributable to this housing development; and any adverse environmental impacts attributable to the development of housing units under this act. “Allowing for these exceptions provides an avenue for a town to rightfully appeal the MBTA Community decision in cases where more harm than good is present,” said Sen. Ryan Fattman (R-Sutton). Sen. Bruce Tarr (R-Gloucester), the sponsor of the amendment, did not respond to repeated requests by Beacon Hill Roll Call to comment on his amendment. “I voted against [this amendment] because it was based on what I believe is the inaccurate premise that a municipality must permit construction of housing in MBTA community zones even if there is an inadequate drinking water supply, wastewater capabilities, transportation infrastructure and environmental protections,” said Sen. John Keenan (D-Quincy). (A “Yes” vote is for the amendment allowing an appeal. A “No” vote is against the amendment.) Sen. Sal DiDomenico No ALSO UP ON BEACON HILL $300 MILLION FOR LOCAL ROADS AND BRIDGES (H 4307) – Gov. Healey signed into law a $1.2 billion transportation bond bill that includes authorizing $300 million in one-time funding for the maintenance and repair of local roads and bridges in cities and towns across the state. The $300 million is a 50 percent increase over last year’s funding. The measure provides that $200 million be distributed to all cities and towns based on the standard Chapter 90 Program distribution formula while $100 million would be distributed to all municipalities based solely on road mileage. The package also contains $885 million for other transportation-related projects including $500 million for roads and bridges that are in the worst condition; $200 million to repair local culverts and small bridges under 20 feet that are in a state of disrepair or require replacement; and $185 million for capital projects to reduce congestion hotspots. “Through this Chapter 90 funding, we will upgrade roads and bridges across the state to improve transportation, reduce congestion and enhance safety,” said Gov. Healey. “Whether it’s helping a city repave a key commuter route or giving a small town the resources to replace a flood-prone bridge, this bill is delivering the resources our communities need to deliver for their residents.” “As a former mayor, I know how transformational this funding can be when it comes to planning, budgeting and delivering the infrastructure our communities deserve,” said Lt. Gov. Kim Driscoll. “This bill is a win for every city and town, as well as every person who travels across our state.” “This legislation reinforces the very foundation of our transportation system, starting in the communities where people live, work and navigate daily life,” said Transportation Secretary Monica Tibbits-Nutt. “It reflects our shared commitment to building safer streets, expanding access to public transit, and creating infrastructure that doesn’t just support economic growth, but actively advances equity and climate resilience. With our municipal partners, we’re not just repairing roads. We are reshaping the future of transportation to be more just, sustainable and inclusive.” REPRODUCTIVE AND TRANSGENDER CARE PROTECTIONS – THE SHIELD ACT (H 4271) – Gov. Healey signed into law the “Shield Act” which would prohibit state agencies, employees and law enforcement from cooperating with investigations by other states or the federal government, into reproductive or gender affirming health care that is legally protected in Massachusetts. Other provisions include enhancing license protections for anyone providing or assisting in reproductive or transgender care; forbidding insurance companies from discriminating against or penalizing providers who offer reproductive and gender-affirming care; and protecting attorneys licensed in Massachusetts from removal or discipline for advising or representing clients on the topics of reproductive or transgender care. “Massachusetts will always be a state where patients can access high-quality health care and providers are able to do their jobs without government interference,” said Gov. Healey. “From the moment Roe was overturned, we stepped up to pass strong protections for patients and providers, and with President Trump and his allies continuing their assaults on health care, we’re taking those protections to the next level. No one is going to prevent the people of Massachusetts from getting the health care they need.” “Once again we are standing up to defend the rights of Massachusetts residents,” said Sen. Cindy Friedman (D-Arlington) Senate chair of the Committee on Health Care Financing. “Facing a wave of new threats on our autonomy from the federal government and other states, this legislation will enhance the protections for patients and providers we first put in place in 2022. In the commonwealth, legally protected health care is just that, and we will always step up to uphold this and fight for our residents.” “In Massachusetts, our resiBEACON | SEE PAGE 18 City of Everett Conservation Commission Everett City Hall, Room 25 484 Broadway Carlo DeMaria Mayor Everett, MA 02149 LEGAL NOTICE The Everett Conservation Commission will hold a public hearing on Thursday, August 21, 2025, at 7 PM pursuant to the Wetlands Protection Act, M.G.L. 131 c40. The hearing will include consideration of a Notice of Intent by Valerie Locker of Tighe and Bond representing the NSTAR Electric Company, for geotechnical survey borings to investigate sub-surface conditions below the Mystic River for proposed replacement of underground transmission lines between Everett and Somerville. Said hearing will be held in the George Keverian Meeting Room, City Hall, 484 Broadway, Everett, MA 02149. To view application and related plans, contact the Conservation Agent Tom Philbin 617-309-8038. Eamon Kernan Chairman Everett Conservation Commission August 15, 2025 City of Everett Conservation Commission Everett City Hall, Room 25 484 Broadway Carlo DeMaria Mayor Everett, MA 02149 LEGAL NOTICE The Everett Conservation Commission will hold a public hearing on Thursday, August 21, 2025, at 7 PM pursuant to the Wetlands Protection Act, M.G.L. 131 c40. The hearing will include consideration of a Request for a Determination of Applicability (RDA) by Craig Marchionda, of Marchionda and Associates, L.P. representing Gabriel Silva for a proposal to raze an existing two-family dwelling located at 19 Paris Street and the attached garage and construct a four story, 5-unit town house were a small portion of the property is on land subject to coastal storm flowage. Said hearing will be held in the George Keverian Meeting Room, City Hall, 484 Broadway, Everett, MA 02149. To view application and related plans, contact the Conservation Agent Tom Philbin 617-309-8038. 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Michael Day (D-Stoneham), House Chair of the Committee on the Judiciary. “We stand united in affirming that we will not allow radical prosecutors or politicians in other states to exploit legally protected healthcare decisions made here in the commonwealth for their own political gain.” “Today, we again affirm our residents’ right to make their own health care decisions—and that in Massachusetts, we will not discriminate against anyone based on the care they seek or provide,” said Senate President Karen Spilka (D-Ashland). “We will not cede ground to the Trump Administration as it attacks the rights and wellbeing of people seeking reproductive and gender-affirming care. By reinforcing our Shield Law, we are expanding protections further than ever before.” “As the Trump Administration and Republicans across the country continue to target individuals for exercising their right to make their own health care decisions in consultation with their doctor, this legislation is representa- Legal Notice - SUMMONS (FAMILY LAW) NOTICE TO RESPONDENT (Name) SONJA CHERRY You have been sued. Read the information below. Petitioner’s Name is: ROBERT E. GAMBLE CASE NUMBER: 23FL012557N You have 30 calendar days after this Summons and Petition are served on you to file a Response (Form FL-120) at the court and have a copy served on the petitioner. A letter, phone call, or court appearance will not protect you. If you do not file a Response on time, the court may make orders affecting your marriage or domestic partnership, your property, and custody of your children. You may be ordered to pay support and attorney fees and costs. For legal advice, contact a lawyer immediately. Get help finding a lawyer at the California Courts Online Self-Help Center (www.courts.ca.gov/selfhelp), at the California Legal Services website (www.legalhelpca.org), or by contacting your local bar association. NOTICE - RESTRAINING ORDERS: These restraining orders are effective against both spouses or domestic partners until the petition is dismissed, a judgment is entered, or the court makes further orders. They are enforceable anywhere in California by any law enforcement officer who has received or seen a copy of them. FEE WAIVER: If you cannot pay the filing fee, ask the clerk for a fee waiver form. The court may order you to pay back all or part of the fees and costs that the court waived for you or the other party. SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA NORTH COUNTY DIVISION, 325 S. MELROSE DR., VISTA, CA 92081 The name, address, and telephone number of the petitioner’s attorney, or the petitioner without an attorney, are: ROBERT E. GAMBLE 1221 Eucalyptus Ave Vista, CA 92084 Tel: 508-615-2752 Date: 07 NOV 2023 Clerk by, T. Angulo, Deputy SUMMONS (Family Law) August 8, 15, 22, 29, 2025 tive of the Legislature’s commitment to preserving that fundamental right,” said House Speaker Ron Mariano (D-Quincy). “This Shield Act builds on the commonwealth’s proud history of preserving and expanding access to reproductive and gender-affirming care by establishing new safeguards around patient data, and by protecting health care professionals who provide that vital care.” “It comes as no surprise that Gov. Healey would, unhesitatingly, endorse the expanded Shield Act,” said Catholic Action League Executive Director C. J. Doyle. “Healey has openly credited one of the leading proponents of the measure, Planned Parenthood--whose representatives attended the signing ceremony---with making her career in Massachusetts politics possible. Following her first election to public office, as Attorney General in 2014, Healey said her endorsement by Planned Parenthood was ‘a game changer for my campaign.’” Doyle continued, “As 22 states and the District of Columbia now have shield laws, concealing the identity, obstructing the extradition and absolving the liability of abortionists who send Mifepristone to states where its use is illegal, there is growing pressure for action to correct this overreach. Any attempt to invoke the clauses of the Shield Law to require that Catholic institutions perform so-called emergency abortions as part of ‘stabilizing care,’ would be met by a court challenge on First Amendment free exercise grounds.” “Gov. Healey and Massachusetts legislators have sadly, but predictably, bowed to ideology instead of protecting Massachusetts citizens, especially children,” said Sam Whiting, General Counsel to the Massachusetts Family Institute. “This ‘shield law’ only shields activist healthcare providers from transparency and accountability, all while infringing on the rights of other states to protect children from abortion and irreversible gender mutilation procedures.” “Beacon Hill Democrats showed us who they were and what their desired outcome is with the Shield act and Rep. Adrianne Ramos couldn’t have said it better that the Republicans want parents to have a say in their child’s life, to say no to transgender or abortion,” said Rep. John Gaskey (R-Carver). “Democrats want to be the middleman between parents and their children. That is what this bill is about. They want to protect those that want to kill babies and mutilate children. When will this be enough? What are they going to add next year or better yet, take away from parents?” POSSIBLE 2026 BALLOT QUESTIONS – Sponsors of possible ballot questions for the November 2026 election faced their first deadline last week in the long process to get their proposed law on the ballot. Sponsors had until August 6 to submit their proposals and the signatures of ten citizens to Attorney General Andrea Campbell’s office. There were 43 initiative petitions for proposed new laws filed with Campbell’s office. Campbell will decide by September 3 if the proposals pass muster and meet constitutional requirements. If an initiative petition for a proposed law is certified, the initiative’s proponents are required to gather and file with the Secretary of the State the signatures of 74,574 registered voters by December 3. The proposal would then be sent to the Legislature and if not approved by May 6, 2026, proponents must gather another 12,429 signatures by July 1, 2026, in order for the question to appear on the November 2026 ballot. Proposed laws include requiring voters to show identification at their polling places in order to be allowed to vote; overhauling or eliminating the financial stipends that legislative leaders award to many lawmakers for serving in the leadership and as committee chairs; subject the governor’s office and Legislature to the state’s public records law; allowing prospective voters to register and cast a ballot in a single trip to the polls on Election Day; enable Committee for Public Counsel Services staff -– which includes public defenders, social workers, investigators and administrative staff who support indigent clients -– to unionize; imposing rent control by curtailing rent increases to the cost of living with a 5 percent increase, with some exemptions; reducing the personal income tax rate from 5 percent to 4 percent over a three-year period; using a portion of the funds generated from the existing sales tax on sporting goods to fund conservation; providing indigent tenants with an attorney in eviction and foreclosure proceedings; and allowing single-family homes on small lots in areas with adequate infrastructure. A complete list of pro - posed laws can be found at: https://www.mass.gov/info-details/ballot-initiatives-submitted-for-the-2026-biennial-statewide- election-proposed-laws-and-2028-biennial-statewide-election-proposed-constitutional-amendments SPECIAL EDUCATION FUNDING (H 2302) – The House gave initial approval to a bill that would increase the amount of funds that a school district can stash away in a reserve account during good fiscal times to help alleviate the fiscal burden of paying for special education during difficult fiscal times. The measure would increase the amount allowed from 2 percent to 5 percent of the district’s annual budget. “The districts I represent have struggled over this past year, as have districts across the commonwealth, and one of the biggest drivers of those challenges has been the rising cost of special education,” said sponsor Rep. Kathy LaNatra (D-Kingston). “I want to give districts the tools they need to plan for these difficult times in the future and give them the chance to make sound fiscal planning decisions to ensure that rising costs don’t lead BEACON | SEE PAGE 19 ׉ 7cassandra://Bdl9MpVmSjp6jTVxBtXAUPA1ToWWHxpbz_nXLwyUUao1`hHd|׉E'THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, AugusT 15, 2025 Page 19 BEACON | FROM PAGE 18 to budget cuts.” MAKE DAYLIGHT SAVINGS TIME PERMANENT (S 2157) – A bill before the Committee on State Administration and Regulatory Oversight would require Massachusetts to be on Daylight Savings Time all year, meaning people would no longer change the clocks in the spring and fall. Currently, 48 states have Daylight Savings – the exceptions being Hawaii and Arizona. Daylight Savings Time begins at 2 a.m. local time on the second Sunday in March. On the fi rst Sunday in November areas on Daylight Saving Time return to Standard Time at 2 a.m. When Daylight Saving Time begins in the United States you turn your clocks ahead one hour (“Spring forward”). At the end of Daylight Savings Time, you turn your clocks back one hour (Fall back.”) Sponsor Sen. John Keenan (D-Quincy) said, “Refl ecting the recommendations made by the Massachusetts Special Commission on the Commonwealth’s Time Zone, this bill could result in decreased energy usage; reduced risk of heart attacks, strokes, car and workplace accidents; increased workplace productivity; and less crime.” Supporters said the bill would result in a permanent increase in daylight hours in the evening, encourage more evening activities and increase physical fi tness. They noted that under the current system, changing the time even by only an hour, impacts body clocks or circadian rhythm, leading to worse sleep, particularly for infants. They noted that the mental eff ects of less daylight increase depression while compromising sleep duration and effi ciency. FREE MENSTRUAL PRODUCTS (H 684) – A bill before the Education Committee would require all public schools, with grades 6-12 students, to maintain free menstrual products, including sanitary napkins and tampons in restrooms and to make them available in a “convenient manner that does not stigmatize any persons seeking the products.” “Requiring schools to provide free menstrual products will not only reduce distractions throughout the day but will also reduce embarrassment by guaranteeing that essential health items are readily available when needed,” said sponsor Rep. Jeff Roy (D-Franklin). “Such access ensures that students can attend classes and participate in extracurricular activities without interruption. Toilet paper and paper towels are available free of charge at high schools and middle schools, and menstrual products are no less essential to a student’s wellbeing. No student should face any barrier, fi nancial or otherwise, to accessing basic health essentials.” The bill was given initial approval in the House in 2024 but never advanced further and died in committee at the end of 2024. INVESTIGATE AIR QUALITY IN PUBLIC SCHOOLS (S 351) – Another bill before the Education Committee would establish a 17-member task force to review and investigate indoor air quality in public school buildings that provide education for K-12 children. The committee would be tasked with identifying indicators of indoor air quality by conducting an assessment of carbon monoxide detection systems within each public school, developing best practices for placement and installation of carbon monoxide detection systems and reviewing the regulation of minimum and maximum allowable air temperatures and relative humidity. By October 1, 2026, the task force would be required to fi le a report on its fi ndings, which would include recommendations for any proposed legislation. “Ensuring that our children are safe at school is of utmost importance,” said sponsor Sen. Ryan Fattman (R-Sutton). “This legislation creates a task force to examine current carbon monoxide monitoring, temperature settings and the impact this has on the school setting. The taskforce would then establish new practices that are in line with the highest standards possible to ensure that air quality in schools is what is best for our children.” LOCAL PLANNING BOARDS (H 2300) – The House gave initial approval to legislation that would allow associate members of local Planning Boards to act on any matter before a planning board, mirroring the current law that applies to associate members of Zoning Boards of Appeal. An associate planning board member is one that is appointed to act in place of regular members because of absence, confl ict of interest or when a seat is vacant. The bill was given initial approval by the House in the 2024 session but died in committee with no further action taken. Supporters of the bill said that the attorney general has ruled that associate members may only act on a special permit application, and none of the other many functions of a planning board. They said that the attorney general’s ruling can handicap a planning board when trying to attain a quorum to open a meeting, or when voting on other matters and permits before them, such as site plans or subdivisions. “Planning Boards have many responsibilities including but not limited to long range planning and permitting of special permits, site plans and subdivisions,” said sponsor Rep. Kristin Kassner (D-Hamilton). “This will help the Planning Boards in our communities keep permitting on track and move through the business in front of them. Amendments like this clear up confusion in the law and provide needed tools for community success.” NO-COST EARLY LITERACY TUTORING IN 272 SCHOOLS – The Healey Administration announced that 272 schools in Massachusetts have been selected to receive free, early literacy tutoring this school year, designed to help students in kindergarten through third grade build foundational reading skills — with Grade 1 as the top priority. This “High-dosage tutoring” provides one-onone or small-group tutoring sessions multiple times a week for at least ten weeks. “It’s crucial for our teachers and schools to have access to the resources they need to support every young reader,” said Gov. Healey. “This initiative will help bring high-dosage early literacy tutoring directly to students who need it most, giving them the foundational skills essential for long-term success.” “When our schools have access to evidence-based, culturally sustaining tutoring options, students are more likely to achieve the critical milestone of reading profi - ciently by third grade,” said EduCITY OF EVERETT 484 Broadway, Everett, MA 02149 Jacob St. Louis, Tree Warden jacob.stlouis@ci.everett.ma.us cation Secretary Dr. Patrick Tutwiler. “This opportunity targets fi rst grade, a crucial year for learning to read.” “Learning to read in fi rst grade is a milestone on the pathway to future success in school, and in life,” said Education Commissioner Pedro Martinez. “It’s hard to overstate the importance of learning to read in the early grades, and we want each and every Massachusetts student to get the support they need to achieve that.” $865,000 SETTLEMENT FOR VIOLATING BAY STATE EMPLOYMENT LAWS – Attorney General Andrea Campbell announced that her offi ce has reached a settlement with online grocery-delivery company Weee, resolving allegations that it violated Massachusetts employment laws pertaining to employee classifi cation and earned sick time. As part of the settlement, Weee has agreed to pay over $865,000 in citations, including restitution for over 160 impacted workers and penalties. “When employers illegally misclassify workers and prevent them from accessing crucial employee protections, such as the right to earn and use sick time to care for themselves and their families, vulnerable workers are unfairly harmed and exploited,” said Campbell. “My offi ce will continue to enforce our laws to protect and empower workers, reminding employers that Massachusetts is serious about protecting workers’ rights.” QUOTABLE QUOTES “Our investments in public lands and outdoor recreation are ~ LEGAL NOTICE ~ TREE REMOVAL HEARING In accordance with the provisions of Massachusetts General Law, Chapter 87, Section 3, notice is herewith given that a public hearing will be held on, Wednesday, August 20, 2025 At 5:00 PM At Everett City Hall, Planning Conference Room, 2nd Floor, Room 27 To determine if the following public shade trees shall be removed or remain per the Tree Warden of the City of Everett. The trees are located at or near the addresses identified below: Street Address 7-9 Avon Street DBH 21” Common Name Callery Pear OBJECTIONS TO THE REMOVAL OF ANY TREE(S) MUST BE RECEIVED IN WRITING BY THE TREE WARDEN AT THE ABOVE LISTED ADDRESS PRIOR TO OR AT THE TREE HEARING. LETTERS CAN BE MAILED OR EMAILED TO THE ABOVE ADDRESS. Jacob St. Louis Tree Warden, City of Everett August 8, 15, 2025 paying off big. We are dedicated to promoting local economic growth through targeted grants for destination mountain biking and inclusive outdoor recreation events, which create more opportunities for communities to discover and enjoy the outdoors.” ---Energy and Environmental Affairs Secretary Rebecca Tepper on a new report that ranked Massachusetts as having the fastest-growing outdoor recreation economy. “When mortgage loan servicers like Cypress violate our critical consumer protection and foreclosure prevention laws, they aren’t just breaking the rules – they are causing real pain and instability for Massachusetts residents and families. I am proud to announce this settlement, which will help ensure compliance with meaningful consumer protections and put mortgage servicers on notice that Massachusetts will not tolerate unlawful practices that put profi t over people.” ---Attorney General Andrea Campbell announcing that her offi ce has reached a $2 million settlement with Cypress Loan Servicing, a Texas-based residential mortgage loan servicer, which violated Massachusetts’ consumer protection, foreclosure prevention and debt collection laws, putting homeowners at unnecessary and unlawful risk of foreclosure. “Our administration is delivering on building more reasonably-priced housing. 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The Massachusetts State House golden dome’s top has a wood sculpture of what: a pineapple, a pinecone or the Lady of Wisdom? 4. On Aug. 16 in what year was gold discovered on Rabbit Creek, causing the Great Klondike Gold Rush: 1849, 1860 or 1896? 5. What two metals are used to make a nickel? 6. Are owls always nocturnal? 7. On Aug. 17, 1893, what star of “Klondike Annie,” “I’m No Angel” and “My Little Chickadee” was born? 8. In August 1765, in Boston, were the Stamp Act Riots; what was the cause? 9. In the early 1800s in the USA, newspapers started selling for the amount of what coin? 10. On Aug. 18, 1587, who was born (fi rst name is the name of a state) who was the fi rst English child born in an American colony? 11. In July 2025, the “most dogs on a paddleboard” record was achieved by four, 12 or 15? 12. Can bears hang from trees? 13. August 19 is National Aviation Day; what two words mean airship? 14. How are Bourbon, Madagascar, French and Tahitian similar? 15. How are Eswatini, Lesotho and Morocco similar? 16. On Aug. 20, 1920, 8MK (now WWJ), the fi rst licensed commercial radio station, began in what American city that is across from Windsor, Ontario? 17. The MLB record for most career home runs is what: 714, 715 or 762? 18. In 2016 why did the UK’s Advertising Standards Authority ban ads featuring people using empty Heinz Baked Beans cans as musical instruments? 19. How are Duke of Braintree, the Rail-Splitter and Silent Cal similar? 20. On Aug. 21, 1942, what animated fi lm about a fawn was released in the USA? 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Presidents’ nicknames (John Adams, Abe Lincoln and Calvin Coolidge, respectively) 20. “Bambi” ׉ 7cassandra://pZYoV6m-ZzpcaNayMkNjmDQm6y49TuwM9OrraIJxTnU:`hHdhHd~ rבCטUru׉׉ 7cassandra://40AOuOp4JSgLyUeo4oIX3QmhGFSIpDbjc9Q7M0EARXYS`'p׉ 7cassandra://RlYPBDt7_Z--S8u62Nkhy52W4TCx2LxlwvBS6vooHO4ͨ`׉ 7cassandra://uz6DkMe4Q4fKJkfl8ou3VZqMBIKsNoDAt11OhC25YwU3`h HdטUUru׉׉ 7cassandra://dF3XYmcRZcjamij5jdOXSReicxevfv2oZCeyaFRA7KQVx`'p׉ 7cassandra://PWFQNQhVxIWdoLJgoeZg3gslEMnG0JvAg-YB4nRtLXAͩ`׉ 7cassandra://J5P6fqV83kowXBvTQ9_xb8MDN9ri3u64gIZUT1r5j0s4`h Hdԕנh Hdہt 9ׁHhttp://beaconhillrollcall.comׁ ׁ Јנh HdځDaM9ׁHhttp://Fri.Auׁ ׁ Јנh HdفD[9ׁHhttp://Wed.Auׁ ׁ Јנh Hd؁M[9ׁHhttp://Mon.Auׁ ׁ Јנh Hdׁ̰̑9ׁHhttp://www.thewarrengroup.comׁ ׁ Ј׉EPage 22 THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, AugusT 15, 2025 REAL ESTATE TRANSAC TIONS Copyrighted material previously published in Banker & Tradesman/The Commercial Record, a weekly trade newspaper. It is reprinted with permission from the publisher, The Warren Group. For a searchable database of real estate transactions and property information visit: www.thewarrengroup.com. BUYER1 Benavides, Erick E Excellent, Marie A Gurung, Bhakta Joseph, Thany B Kogan, Dmitriy Mondesir, Marie S Muralles, Astri C Tobon, Jorge A BUYER2 Benavides, Norma Pyrrhus, Marie R Gurung, Raksha Joseph, Jean M Mondesir, St J Gonzalez, Porfirio A BEACON | FROM PAGE 19 have more options to age independently near their families, young families have more downpayment assistance to buy their first home and developers are getting the support they need to actually deliver projects that will make a difference.” --– Gov. Healey on a report that shows that since she took office, more than 90,000 new housing units have been completed or are set to enter development. “This is more than a milestone—it’s a turning point. We promised to restore these institutions with compassion, integrity and accountability. That work SELLER1 Chaffee, Christopher H Bay Flow LLC Colameta, Philip T Ellard Antoinette R Est Hessler, James Obremski, Charles F Puleo, Dianna Fauci, James M is ongoing, but today we can say with confidence [that] Massachusetts is delivering for its veterans.” --– Veterans Services Secretary Jon Santiago announcing that Massachusetts has officially met all state and federal licensure and certification milestones for its two state-operated veterans’ homes, signaling a new era of stability, oversight and excellence in care for those who served. “Once again, U.S. Attorney Leah Foley is stepping in to expose corruption by Democrats in Massachusetts. Sheriff Steve Tompkins allegedly used his position of public trust for personal gain, thus violating his oath of office. The arrest of Sheriff Tompkins reminds us that one-party rule in SELLER2 Chaffee, Aline A Colameta, Dawn M Ellard, David Rodriguez, Isabela H Obremski, April Puleo, Franco G Fauci, Kathleen M Massachusetts has been ineffective in preventing and exposing corruption and extortion by Democrats in offices from city council and state representative to county sheriff.” ---MassGOP Chair Amy Carnevale on the arrest of Suffolk County Sheriff Steve Tompkins by U.S. Attorney Leah Foley 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 ADDRESS 138 Dartmouth St 25 George St 16 Windsor St 196 Bucknam St 10 Edith Ave #3 151 Estes St 24 Woodward St 33 Bennett St CITY Everett Everett Everett Everett Everett Everett Everett Everett their jobs also involve committee work, research, constituent work and other matters that are important to their districts. Critics say that the Legislature does not meet regularly or long enough to debate and vote in public view on the thousands of pieces of legislation that have been filed. They note that the infrequency and brief length of sessions are misguided and lead to irresponsible late-night sessions and a mad rush to act on dozens of bills in the days immediately preceding the end of an annual session. During the week of August 4-8, the House met for a total of 40 minutes and the Senate met for a total of 36 minutes. Mon.August 4 DATE 07.22.25 07.22.25 07.25.25 07.25.25 07.25.25 07.24.25 07.24.25 07.25.25 PRICE 750000 695000 982500 650000 330000 781000 585000 560000 House 11:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. Senate 11:01 a.m. to 11:34 a.m. Tues. August 5 No House session No Senate session Wed.August 6 No House session No Senate session Thurs. August 7 House 11:00 a.m. to 11:10 a.m. Senate 11:02 a.m. to 11:05 a.m. Fri.August 8 No House session No Senate session. 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