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Shown from left to right: Ward 2 Councillor Stephanie Martins, Marlene Zizza, Mayor Carlo DeMaria, Joanne Parris and Gerri Miranda. Special to Th e Advocate M ayor Carlo DeMaria recently met with a group of Everett community members to accept $1,700 worth of gift cards for the City of Everett’s annual Toy Drive. The gift cards were gathered at a party at Abbondanza Ristorante hosted by the owner of Sabatino/Mastrocola Insurance, Rocco Longo. The party was a result of him winning a 50/50 raffl e at the Ersilia Cataldo 5K Memorial Walk in October, where he immediately donated half of the winnings back to the Orange Rose Foundation and then used DONATIONS | SEE PAGE 7 A SINCE 1921 Messinger Insurance Agency 475 Broadway Everett, MA 02149 Phone: 617-387-2700 Fax: 617-387-7753 NEW COMPETITIVE AUTO RATES AND BENEFITS AVAILABLE  ACCIDENT FORGIVENESS  DISAPPEARING COLLISION DEDUCTIBLE  11% DISCOUNT WITH SUPPORTING POLICY  10% COMBINED PAY IN FULL DISCOUNT AND GREEN DISCOUNT  10% GOOD STUDENT DISCOUNT Celebrating 100 years of excellence! Monday thru Friday: 8am to 6pm Saturdays 9am to 1pm! Check out our NEW website! www.messingerinsurance.com veloped site on lower Broadway remains, despite a recent setback regarding a land status change that could potentially site a $600 million, 25,000-seat professional soccer stadium in Everett. That was the message from state Sen. Sal DiDomenico (D-Middlesex and Suff olk) delivered to the members of the City Council Monday night, telling them “something special” – soccer stadium or not – is destined for that land parcel, if the state agrees to lift the existing designation from the property. At present, the land, one of the largest undeveloped parcels remaining in Everett, has a state-mandated Designated Port Area (DPA) attached to it, meaning any development project has to be related to the adjacent waterfront port of the Mystic River. Sen. DiDomenico also told the Council the DPA status is holding back the city of Everett from “realizing the benefi ts that a remediation (and redevelopment) project could generate.” DiDomenico on Monday reiterated his previous pledge to fi le a solo bill at the State SOCCER STADIUM | SEE PAGE 22 Everett man arrested on felony charges after threatening witness on social media By James Mitchell nthony P. Raymond, of Everett, was arrested by Everett Police on Wednesday morning at his job at the MBTA in Boston on two counts of intimidation of a witness – a felony – which carries a minimum sentence of two and a half years in prison on each count. The arrest warrant was fi led in Malden District Court on Tuesday after Raymond allegedly posted threats to witnesses through his social media Facebook site, The Everett Reporter. Raymond, 53, a felon, who served time for a 2004 bank robbery in Malden where he was sentenced in federal court to 11 years in prison, also served time for criminal contempt of court after refusing to testify after being granted immunity during a grand jury investigation into two arson conspiracy cases involving the Big Dog Sports Grille in North Reading. In that 2006 case Raymond was sentenced to 30 months in federal prison. CHARGED: Anthony “The Razor” Raymond is shown at a past city council meeting during public participation at City Hall. Raymond was arrested Wednesday on felony charges on two counts of intimidation of a witness. (Advocate fi le photo) Tuesday’s arrest was reportedly due to his alleged threatening of a witness in an ongoing civil court case. 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Councillor-at-Large Stephanie Smith noted that the Council had voted last year and earlier this year not to fund the modules. “I’d request we cut the money,” she said in discussion. “It’s money that could be better spent.” The modules are intended to alleviate overcrowding at the High School while the city applies for state aid to build a new school – proposed for Rivergreen Playground by Mayor Carlo DeMaria in September. He envisions the new school as a High School, complete with a vocational program, and the present High School as a Middle School, taking Middle School-aged students out of neighborhood K-8 schools. “We haven’t received the results of a feasibility study,” Ward 2 Councillor Stephanie Martins added. “I appreciate the intent to upgrade without spending taxpayer money, but I’m against spending money we don’t have to. At least in my ward, neighborhoods are against the modules.” “We haven’t got the study yet,” Councillor-at-Large Richard Dell Isola agreed, before suggesting a reformed Council with new members can revisit the matter next year. Procedurally, the Council divided the appropriations requests into separate items in order to vote on the modules’ total alone. Councillor-at-Large John Hanlon was the only member to vote for the modules request. “What other choices do we have besides modules?” Ward 6 Councillor Al Lattanzi asked rhetorically. “If we don’t vote for this, we just have to wait it out, but we have to do something about overcrowding.” It could be years before DeMaria’s vision is realized, from approval by the Mass. School Building Authority (MSBA), their feasibility study, siting, design, awarding contracts and construction. Overcrowding might not be an issue by then because student populations rise and fall. Regardless, Everett has one of the very few school systems with K-8 neighborhood schools and no Middle School. Separately, the Council approved $4.3 million for public health programs, $3.7 million for housing assistance, $1.3 million for education and childcare assistance, $1 million for food assistance, $880,000 for parks and recreation and $750,000 for economic recovery and assistance. The $21.9 million under consideration is part of $47.1 million Everett received through ARPA. Nationally $1.9 trillion was appropriated, with $365 billion going to Massachusetts. Eligible uses include supporting public health expenditures, including medical expenses, behavioral healthcare and some public health and safety staff ; addressing negative economic impacts, including nonprofit organizations, small businesses and the public sector; replacing lost public revenue, including funding to provide public service to the extent of reduction due to the pandemic; premium pay for eligible workers, including grants to eligible workers who provide essential work; and infrastructure improvements, including clean drinking water and broadband expansion. “This is about looking at needs to address areas without taxing; how we take this money to address issues and not put a burden on our budget,” Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Director Cathy Draine said. Ineligible uses are statutory restrictions, including offering a reduction in net tax revenue and deposits to pension funds; debt service or replenishing fi nancial reserves, uses that confl ict or contravene the purpose of ARPA, including expenditures that undermine mitigation eff orts; confl icts with laws and regulations and confl ict-of-interest requirements. Funds were awarded to the city in May 2021. There is a December 31, 2024, deadline for obligation of funds and a December 31, 2026, deadline for expenditure of funds. Other items – including $10 million to purchase the Devens School from a private developer that bought it years ago and leased it to the city to house Special Education programs and $1 million for youth program initiatives – were approved at other meetings. On October 10, consultant Answer Advisory’s Project Director Desi Navarro explained the aid package to the members, including that aid for eligible workers was lifted in April. “Anything before April 10 is still eligible,” he said. Much of the aid will be distributed through community VOTES DOWN | SEE PAGE 22 FEMA Awards Over $5.5 Million to Cambridge Health Alliance for COVID Staffi ng Costs he Federal Emergency Management Agency will be sending more than $5.5 million to the Commonwealth of Massachusetts to reimburse Cambridge Health Alliance (CHA) and the Cambridge Public Health Commission for the cost of contracting for additional staff during the COVID-19 pandemic. The $5,540,343 Public Assistance grant will reimburse CHA for the cost of contracting for temporary staff to respond to the surge in patents caused by the pandemic between April and June 2021. During that time CHA, a health network affi liated with Harvard Medical School and serving area including some communities north of Boston, increased staffi ng by contracting with several companies for additional staff in inpatient units, intensive care units, emergency departments, respiratory clinic, COVID testing facilities, pharmacy and laboratory. “FEMA is pleased to be able to assist Cambridge Health AlT liance with these costs,” said FEMA Region 1 Regional Administrator Lori Ehrlich. “Reimbursing state, county, and municipal governments – as well as eligible non-profi ts and tribal entities – for the costs incurred during the COVID-19 pandemic is an important part of our nation’s ongoing recovery.” FEMA’s Public Assistance program is an essential source of funding for states and communities recovering from a federally declared disaster or emergency. So far, FEMA has provided more than $2.6 billion in Public Assistance grants to Massachusetts to reimburse the Commonwealth for pandemic-related expenses. Additional information about FEMA’s Public Assistance program is available at https://www.fema.gov/publicassistance-local-state-tribaland-non-profi t. To learn more about the COVID-19 response in Massachusetts, please visit https://www.fema.gov/disaster/4496. ׉ 7cassandra://zlMR22YM3H_jsp4utCvg8eO0RFYj--59RgJYlYkpnTQ)`̰e{{h@s׉E WTHE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, DECEmbER 15, 2023 Page 3 DiDomenico Foundation Donates Toys to City of Everett’s Toy Drive City of Everett is still accepting toy donations at City Hall until Thursday, Dec. 21 EVERETT, MA – On Wednesday, Dec. 13, the DiDomenico Foundation visited Everett City Hall to deliver toys to the City of Everett’s annual Toy Drive. The DiDomenico Foundation, an all-volunteer organization led by State Senator Sal DiDomenico, recently held a successful toy drive at Kowloon restaurant in Saugus to celebrate the holiday season and collect toys for children throughout the region. The Foundation received the highest amount of donations this year since the annual event began. The City’s Toy Drive was one of the programs that received a donation of toys from the DiDomenico Foundation. All of the toys that were donated will benefi t Everett families in need of assistance this holiday season. “We are grateful to the DiDomenico Foundation for their generous donation to the Toy Drive so that Everett families can have the opportunity to celebrate the holiday season,” said Mayor DeMaria. “Donations like these from organizations such as the DiDomenico Foundation play an important role in ensuring that we succeed in our goal of helping as many Everett families in need as possible.” As a reminder, if you would like to help support Everett families in need of assistance this holiday season, donations of new and unwrapped toys can be dropped off on the First Floor of Everett City Hall (484 Broadway) during regular business hours until Thursday, 8 Norwood St. Everett (617) 387-9810 Open Daily 4:00 PM Closed Sunday Announcing our Classic Specials Dine In Only: * FREE Salad with purchase of Entree, Monday & Tuesdays * Cheese Pizza - Only $10 Catch ALL The Live Sports Action On Our Large Screen TV’s The DiDomenico Foundation donated toys to the City of Everett’s annual Toy Drive. 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O n the first night of Hanukkah, Thursday, Dec. 7, community members and elected officials gathered alongside Mayor Carlo DeMaria and Rabbi Sruli Baron from the Tobin Bridge Chabad to light the Everett menorah in front of City Hall. The event celebrated the beginning of Hanukkah, the Jewish eightOur 51st Anniversary Dan - 1972 We Sell Cigars & Accessories! ALL MAJOR BRANDS Singles * Tins * Bundles * Boxes * Travel Humidors * Desk Top Humidors * Many Types of Lighters * Ash Trays * Juuls * Vapes * Glass Pipes * Rewards Program * CBD Infused Products * GIFTS UNDER $30 - GIFT CERTIFICATES TAKE ADVANTAGE OF OUR STOREWIDE PRICE REDUCTIONS! STORE HOURS: Sun. - Wed.: 9AM - 6PM / Thurs. - Sat. 9AM - 7PM The Holiday Season is Here! R.Y.O. TOBACCO & TUBES ON SALE! WE MAKE HOUSE KEYS! -------------------WE HAVE GIFT CARDS! Green Label Cigar Sale! Buy 2 Cigars, Get One FREE! A.B.C. CIGAR 170 REVERE ST., REVERE (781) 289-4959 For Advertising with Results, call The Advocate Newspapers at 617-387-2200 or Info@advocatenews.net day “festival of lights,” which The gathering in the lobby of Everett City Hall following the ceremony. is celebrated with a nightly menorah lighting and special prayers. The menorah holds nine candles where one stands higher than the rest and is used to light the others. Rabbi Baron welcomed attendees and shared a story about the meaning of Hanukkah and how the holiday can bring communities together. Mayor DeMaria also spoke about the signifi cance of Hanukkah and what the menorah can represent to residents in his remarks, especially with the ongoing confl ict between Israel and Palestine. “With all that is going on in Israel and across the world, the message of Hanukkah has greater meaning this year,” said Mayor DeMaria. “We live in a nation founded by those seeking religious freedom. We must always remember that and support and respect all individuals in our community and our society so they may feel safe practicing their beliefs.” After the menorah was lit, all who attended were invited to enjoy music, latkes, doughnuts and more in the lobby of Chris - 2023 Mayor Carlo DeMaria lights the menorah. Rabbi Sruli Baron speaks at the podium. Latkes were one of the traditional foods available to attendees. City Hall. If you would like to know about all of the upcoming events the City of Everett has planned, please visit cityofeverett.com/calendar/category/ events/list. You can also follow the offi cial social media pages on Facebook, Instagram and X (the platform formerly known as Twitter). Facebook: /cityofeverettma and /mayorcarlodemaria. Instagram: @cityofeverettma and @mayorcarlodemaria. X: @City_EverettMA and @Mayor_DeMaria. All are welcome to attend the many exciting events that are planned. ׉ 7cassandra://IsCE70FoS8Yu1Y8MrVMSeNQ8lMnUkwO4OY07VOmqg-M5`̰e{{h@u׉ETHE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, DECEmbER 15, 2023 Page 5 Anthony DiPierro Committee Donates Holiday Toys to Mass Badge Foundation W ~ Since 1989 ~ Everett students achieve St. Mary’s High School Term 1 Honors S t. Mary’s High School in Lynn announced its Principal’s List and Honor Roll for the fi rst marking period of the school year. Students on the ARRESTED | FROM PAGE 1 mond was served a subpoena and refused to appear for a deposition, causing a judge to issue a contempt of court order against him. Raymond, through his Facebook site, reportedly displayed the subpoena, allegedly mocking the court process. It was also recently reported that Raymond displayed on the Facebook site images of himself allegedly performing martial arts on three images of the plaintiff s in the case lying on the ground, which might have been the justification for the two arrest warrants issued against him on Wednesday leading to his arrest. Raymond, who calls himself “the Razor,” had been a constant presence at Everett School Committee and City Council meetings – along with a small group who oppose Mayor Carlo DeMaria and his administration and are vocal supporters of School Supt. Priya Tahiliani, who is now on paid administrative leave following an independent outside investigation that included a variety of allegations, including complaints of retaliatory and hostile work environments and allegations that the Human Resources Dept. for the School Dept. was not investigating complaints and issues Principal’s List achieved 90 percent or higher in all of their classes. Honor Roll students achieved 85 percent or above in all of their classes. The folraised by 10 school employees. Raymond, through his Facebook site, has continually mocked elected offi cials who oppose former mayoral candidate Fred Capone, calling himself the “captain of Team Capone” and promoting articles from the Everett Leader Herald newspaper’s editor, Joshua Resnek, who, along with the newspaper’s owner, Mathew Philbin, have admitted to publishing lies and fabrications for years in an ongolowing students from Everett have achieved this honor. Principal’s List: Jessica Young ’24. Honor Roll: Isabella Freitas ’27, Haily Perez Aguilar ’25. ing defamation lawsuit fi led by Mayor DeMaria. It appears that Raymond crossed the line with respect to his latest postings on the Facebook page, which has now landed him back in jail. 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Pictured are Revere Police Sgt. Joe Internicola, Retired Boston Detective Marcelino Cardoso, Councilor-Elect DiPierro, Everett Police Offi cer Raoul Goncalves and Rocco Longo. Mass Badge will host their Annual Holiday Bash Toy Drive this Saturday, December 16, at Anthony’s of Malden. Lawrence A. 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Among the 2023 Semifinalists is Benjamin Richter, a third grade teacher with Everett Public Schools. Ben works hard to communicate with his students even though they speak a wide range of languages. He was raised in a privileged town but realized early on that he loves working with kids in a system where English is not their first language. He works very hard to make sure all the kids have a good education in a city district without as much funding as some. Each person is nominated by their peers for their dedicated work in their schools and communities and has been selected from over 300 submissions. This year’s awards bring the grant total by the Wasabi Fenway Bowl to more than $100,000 for over 120 educators across New England. The grants are provided by Wasabi Fenway Bowl in partnership with Extra Yard for Teachers, Sam Adams, Amica Insurance, Moderna and Meet Boston, and they can be redeemed on DonorsChoose.org to assist in the purchase of classroom equipment and materials. JOHN MACKEY & ASSOCIATES ~ Attorneys at Law ~ * PERSONAL INJURY * REAL ESTATE * FAMILY LAW * PERSONAL BANKRUPTCY * LANDLORD/TENANT DISPUTES 14 Norwood Street Everett, MA 02149 Phone: (617) 387-4900 Fax: (617) 381-1755 WWW.JMACKEYLAW.COM “The Wasabi Fenway Bowl is more than just football – it’s about a shared philanthropic mission that all children are entitled to equal access to a quality education,” said Wasabi Technologies Chief Marketing Officer Michael Welts. “Our educators are unsung heroes, and we are beyond proud to recognize their efforts and provide them with resources they deserve through the Wasabi Fenway Bowl Honor Roll Program.” “We are thrilled to continue the tradition of the Wasabi Fenway Bowl Honor Roll program, celebrating educators who make a positive impact on the lives of their students and colleagues,” said Wasabi Fenway Bowl Executive Director Brett Miller. “This year’s outstanding honorees inspires and empowers the next generation by creating meaningful connections with their students to ensure academic success, and we are proud to support their commitment to creating positive learning environments.” Benjamin Richter, a Parlin 3rd grade teacher, was among the semifi nalists for Wasabi Fenway Bowl New England educators who have been selected as grant recipients for the 2023 Honor Roll. (Courtesy Photo) Housing Families’ Annual Holiday Drive D id you hear? We are inviting you to spread magic again this year! Help us make the season special for more than 500 families and individuals experiencing homelessness and housing insecurity. Most desired gift cards: Walmart & Target, Vanilla Visa, Grocery Stores, Uber & Lyft, Amazon, TJ Max & Kohl’s. Gift cards to support tech for teens: Best Buy, GameStop, Xbox Live, Uber Eats & DoorDash. Most desired items: Magnatiles, Play Doh/Fisher Price, STEM/Coding Toys, Multicultural Dolls, Teen Hygiene/ Beauty, Interactive toys, Paw Patrol, Journals & cool pens, Diapers/Pull-ups, Batteries for Toys, Star Wars/Disney, Legos, Arts & Crafts, Barbie & accessories, Spidey & Amazing friends. Drop-off gift donations at 919 Eastern Ave., Malden, Mass. Please drop off between 9:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m., Monday-Friday. Contact Anthony Presti at apresti@housingfamilies.org with any questions, to schedule a drop-off time or to discuss your donation. ׉ 7cassandra://AIov2ECpFEMcz_P4fxW6p0kzfTSrBzkpg6UEWxbrdh0.`̰e{{h@w׉E UTHE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, DECEmbER 15, 2023 Page 7 Frank Parker Appointed to Board of Assessors On Monday Evening, the Everett City Council unanimously voted to appointment former Common Councillor and former Chairman of the School Committee, Frank Parker to Everett’s Board of Assessors. Parker brings nearly 30 years of public service experience to his new role. Pictured with Parker, shown center, are Ward Three CouncillorElect Anthony DiPierro, left, and Councillor-atLarge Richard DellIsola. 425r Broadway, Saugus Located adjacent to Kohls Plaza Route 1 South in Saugus at the intersection of Walnut Street We are on MBTA Bus Route 429 781-231-1111 We are a Skating Rink with Bowling Alleys, Arcade and two TV’s where the ball games are always on! 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The guest list consisted of Ersilia’s family, local business owners, elected officials, City employees and people who have shared a lifelong commitment to the Everett community through different Everett organizations and causes for many years. Everyone on the guest list brought gift cards with them for the purpose of being donated to the City’s Toy Drive that will be given to Everett families in need this holiday season. Together, they raised $1,700 worth of gift cards that will go a long way in helping many Everett families have a more joyous holiday season. “I am proud to say that this wonderful group includes family members and close friends of mine, and I would like to thank all of them for their generosity given in the true spirit of Christmas,” said Mayor DeMaria. “These gift cards will go a long way in helping Everett families in need to be able to celebrate the season.” As a reminder, if you would like to help support Everett families in need of assistance this holiday season, donations of new and unwrapped toys can be dropped off on the fi rst fl oor of Everett City Hall (484 Broadway) during regular business hours. For more information, please call 617-394-2270. Advocate Online: www.advocatenews.net ׉ 7cassandra://E1adULuwN_9D8BMLRPl8tHbn8sx7-PKu984rqu1561M,`̰e{{h@xe{{h@w PבCט(u׉׉ 7cassandra://v8c9FvD46VrAPm-Zw8V-juG_8EstoJHls7m3RlVhFUk?`)׉ 7cassandra://1SAZNvB1wOGLHZ4zVcksxyMYbStWnGh5NHIdFBkfEH4͉`J׉ 7cassandra://r7yAxW52ASa69ldL61H5JcpVDq8BP8Kkub2GUW7Tw9c-`̰e{{h@ט((u׉׉ 7cassandra://aJ87ydwQPE4PlDa-UGk4nTRWCNnJ2u6Dtb4Epc7DrBMY`)׉ 7cassandra://TOggUWNcGLvKx_Bp78epuDRb4t5V51Up31G_GI-8BKY͝k`J׉ 7cassandra://NV1xT3mX-nABD-BxWC_z-Mx63mgLiaR4LZHeHitja_k2`̰e{{h@׉EPage 8 THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, DECEmbER 15, 2023 Annual Sen. Sal DiDomenico Toy Drive a Tremendous Success State Rep. Jessica Giannino and Boston Carmen’s Union Vice President Bill Berardino . The annual DiDomenico Toy Drive at Kowloon in Saugus was the largest yet with thousands of toys. (Photos by Katy Rogers) Councillor Elect Anthony DiPierro and Nick Saia. Senator Sal DiDomenico. Senator Sal DiDomenico joined by volunteers. Rich Eliseo, Senator Sal DiDomenico, and Rose Eliseo. Patricia Rogers, Senator Sal DiDomenico, and Councillor Elect Katy Rogers. Matthew DiDomenico, Senator Sal DiDomenico, Tricia DiDomenico, and Sal DiDomenico. ׉ 7cassandra://r7yAxW52ASa69ldL61H5JcpVDq8BP8Kkub2GUW7Tw9c-`̰e{{h@y׉EZTHE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, DECEmbER 15, 2023 Page 9 Annual Sen. Sal DiDomenico Toy Drive a Tremendous Success Senator Sal DiDomenico joined by friends and family. Councillor Stephanie Martins and Senator Sal DiDomenico. Senator Sal DiDomenico joined by friends and family. Councillor Al Lattanzi and Senator Sal DiDomenico. Senator Sal DiDomenico surrounded by thousands of toys at Kowloon. Senator Sal DiDomenico and School Committeewoman Cynthia Sarnie . Brendan Mangan and volunteers packing toys. Will Hurley packing toys with volunteers. Senator Sal DiDomenico and Councilor Vivian Nguyen . ׉ 7cassandra://NV1xT3mX-nABD-BxWC_z-Mx63mgLiaR4LZHeHitja_k2`̰e{{h@ze{{h@y PבCט(u׉׉ 7cassandra://fHNazWymtJZHMb47yQwRc80jd8Ll3ioHJvi3z4AHWl0`)׉ 7cassandra://fTZ_WvwxIuRmkLWiaYwEbzQYVbqYuuR-dPvAbRxQt4c͢`J׉ 7cassandra://5liS2hHUJB0pXeDdRuOG_VnQb6j1HkjyrncLcmGltBE4T`̰e{{h@ט((u׉׉ 7cassandra://u6czOVjkAG8zgGt4MFnuowWUJxE8QZT4aOEV5vpkHDo`)׉ 7cassandra://aNKNOrWOF7mwfedgobxJBbcqpx6S9a9JbzHA065N_UM͏~`J׉ 7cassandra://Yfnl_REiRzok2UBEpqKJokbuvmtEl6eV7M9cZlspIQE1`̰e{{h@׉EPage 10 THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, DECEmbER 15, 2023 Everett takes the Polar Plunge Everett community jumped into a frigid pool to raise money for Special Olympics massachusetts Mayor Carlo DeMaria alongside Everett police and fire personnel. A participant dressed as Santa takes the plunge. Event organizers presented a check with the amount that was raised through the Polar Plunge. Everett police and fire personnel alongside the Polar Plunge bear. The scene outside of the Recreation Center for the second annual Everett Polar Plunge. T he Everett Police Department hosted the second annual Polar Plunge event on Sunday, Dec. 10, at the Everett Recreation Center and raised over $16,000 to help support Special Olympics Massachusetts. The Polar Plunge is a fund-raising initiative put forth by Special Olympics Massachusetts where the brave and the cold take the plunge into an icy-cold pool to support more than 14,000 athletes of all abilities in sports training and competitions that the organization offers yearround. The event was a collaborative effort between the Everett Police Department, Law Enforcement Torch Run and the City of Everett. The plungers included Everett residents and Everett police and fire personnel, along with many members of the Lynnfield Police Academy and police officers from neighboring communities. Through the efforts of participants and event organizers, the event raised over $16,000 to benefit Special Olympics Massachusetts and the work Members of the Lynnfield Police Academy and police officers from neighboring communities participated in this year’s Polar Plunge. that they do. “This support for the Special Olympics is important because it helps individuals who serve as an inspiration to all of us that no matter the obstacles we face, we all are capable of living healthier lives, creating a sense of inclusion in our community, and achieving our goals,” said Mayor Carlo DeMaria. “Today’s event is yet another way in which the members of the Everett Police Department affirm their commitment to our community by finding ways to give back.” Many participants exclaimed how cold the water was as they exited the pool. ׉ 7cassandra://5liS2hHUJB0pXeDdRuOG_VnQb6j1HkjyrncLcmGltBE4T`̰e{{h@{׉ETHE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, DECEmbER 15, 2023 Page 11 - AnnualChristmas Carol Song Book Words & Music to your favorite Holiday Songs Sponsored by The Everett Advocate & Its Advertisers Merry Christmas From our Family & the Everett City Government, Wishing you a Merry Christmas and a Happy Holiday Season! The DeMaria First Family Mayor Carlo, Stacy, Carlo III, Caroline, and Alexandra ׉ 7cassandra://Yfnl_REiRzok2UBEpqKJokbuvmtEl6eV7M9cZlspIQE1`̰e{{h@|e{{h@{ PבCט(u׉׉ 7cassandra://vKCYPZKH7jx92BEokt2JC4s_2vAS4Va_3Kb4DDq69Ms`)׉ 7cassandra://svLP5xmw2MlSDILCtxXFUiiXqMTICPn6UDmQYBbSCIU͜`J׉ 7cassandra://awH7ASsbCWACURAMdd8yeg808wpz_ckAllCvgqnmBVI1`̰e{{h@ט((u׉׉ 7cassandra://ImwokE_4UOU41JFMNhBT7gtgP85JxgLgg1aDguMXNig9`)׉ 7cassandra://wTGCjnRRmHPFfw-glufHPWHr-DyFPlWO6hWek2KALDw͗`J׉ 7cassandra://vRYzGS4XYgF0BvMNaUrMjnkRnO9mGg3-uKO0RIv4gPo2`̰e{{h@׉EPage 12 THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, DECEmbER 15, 2023 Greetings From the North Pole ...And From Us, Too! Every member of our team would like to thank all of those who have pulled so hard for us this year. It’s been a privilege and a pleasure serving you. We look forward to seeing you again in the new year. 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Merry Christmas from the Publisher and Staff of the ׉ 7cassandra://Wq-zgaLYtXJSSlrmba6ay6sn48Smof4hXY4E2Ut8zLE4N`̰e{{h@׉E THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, DECEmbER 15, 2023 Page 19 ~ Everett Public Libraries Calendar of Events ~ December 18–23, 2023 Parlin Adult and Teens Yarn Club: Parlin Fireplace Room, Tuesday, December 19, at 7 p.m. Come chit-chat and stitch! Bring your crocheting, knitting or any other yarn craft and sit and socialize with other members of the crafting community. Recommended for ages 14-109! Chess Club: Parlin Fireplace Room, Wednesday, December 20, at 3 p.m. Play, learn and practice chess. All ages and skills welcome! Parlin Children’s Lego Club: Parlin Children’s Room, Monday, December 18, from 3-5 p.m. Come to the Children’s Room after school 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 required. Storytime with Vera: Parlin Children’s Room, Tuesday, December 19, at 12 p.m.; in English or Portuguese by request. Visit the Parlin Library Children’s Room to attend! Suggested ages: two to six. Storytime and Sing-along with Karen: Parlin Children’s Room, Wednesday, December 20, at 11 a.m. Join us for a fun-filled morning of singing and storytelling with Karen! Suggested ages: newborn to six. Drama Class: Parlin Children’s Room, Wednesday, December 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. Shute Adult and Teens Nothing for this week Shute Children’s Storytime with Vera: Shute Children’s Room, Thursday, December 21, at 12 p.m.; in English or Portuguese by request. Visit the Shute Library Children’s Room to attend! Suggested ages: two to six. Everett Kiwanians Meet USS Constitution Commander Billie J. Farrell E verett Kiwanis participated in the Medford Kiwanis Divisional Interclub event held on Monday November 27, 2023. Representatives from all seven Clubs from Division 12 were on hand. The keynote speaker was Commander Billie J. Farrell, the fi rst female Commander of the USS Constitution. Commander Farrell discussed her historic journey from enrollment in the United States Naval Academy to becoming the fi rst female Commander of “Old Ironsides.” The Commander graciously answered questions from the audience and provided many interesting and little-known facts about the USS Constitution. Following the event, the Commander took photos with each Club. Pictured with Commander Farrell from left to right are: Distinguished Past President Roland Hughes, current President Fred Capone, Commander Farrell, Outstanding Distinguished Lt. Governor and Distinguished Past President John Mattuchio, Distinguished Past President and current Secretary Matthew Alphen and Distinguished Past President Pat Roberto. ׉ 7cassandra://FtNM0rr0W3wjOjRDxprMDcsJjbwMZKBDEebPFbDV44w-`̰e{{h@e{{h@ PבCט(u׉׉ 7cassandra://zLdhwubt6zTujCtWVXSpFDB1cyn4PH1mAmKGxwzCF1Y`)׉ 7cassandra://Gj1jgchDdc8AAjke5Es01WGOB03vvdBP59AA_EmEOVo͡O`J׉ 7cassandra://ortN40qgB389YK7vxTsSy7_Y3TvXM06SKzHwEGdxyBA-`̰e{{h@ט((u׉׉ 7cassandra://dYDlNjV1uCNsu0yNTZaURW24pmqGihML9P3HsANnGnQ]>`)׉ 7cassandra://H7m4YSRqvTHB5rJUW22ck9e2NAOT_2Gl8-dp9-UhSK4ͣ`J׉ 7cassandra://KMH_T7P-SvuZXLPzZxdiRoZTik9PxuGiMMTngfPepXw1`̰e{{h@׉EPage 20 THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, DECEmbER 15, 2023 Red hot Tide boys’ basketball team upends Malden on ‘White Out Night’ First-year Everett head coach Gerard boyce guides his players to victory in the home opener By Joe McConnell T he Coach Gerard Boyce Era got off to a smashing start on Tuesday night in the home opener at the Everett High School fieldhouse, where his boys basketball team upended rival Malden, 59-52. It was indeed a festive occasion from the fans who showed up for ‘White Out Night’ all dressed in white – including the coach who was decked out in his dashing white suit – to the play on the court, which was extraordinary at times thanks to the play of junior captain Jaysaun Coggins, who had two thunderous dunks, while leading his teammates in points with 21. Senior Allsin Desruisseaux was a force on the boards, grabbing 14 rebounds, while also accounting for eight points. “(Desruisseaux) was simply a menace on the boards, who also played overall great defense coming off the bench to do his part to help us win the home opener,” said Boyce after the game. “We were stagnant throughout the first quarter, but we eventually shook off the jitters to play sound basketball,” added the first-year Everett coach. “The team was aggressive on defense, and started playing in unison at both ends of the court during the late stages of the first half, which carried over into the third and fourth quarters.” The Golden Tornadoes fought hard to keep the game close, according to Boyce, who said that effort was a credit to their veteran coach Don Nally. Like many early season games, coaches can recognize areas that need attention in practice. “We made some costly turnovers down the stretch. We must be better in that aspect of the game, and also learn how to close out games,” said Boyce. “But we’ll regroup in the lab, and watch film in order to get better each day.” Tyson Chhun contributed eight points to the winning cause, while Lian Dorosario chipped in with seven. Besides the thrilling win, Everett fans will never forget the pomp and circumstance of ‘White Out Night’ that surrounded the opener. “’White Out Night’ was epic,” said Boyce. “The coaching staff and the student body wore white T-shirts with a red “E” on them that stands for Everett and Excellence. The band was phenomenal as always, led by Jean O’Brien.” All three Everett boys’ basketball teams from freshman to varsity won their respective games. “I was extremely pleased with the support of the staff and the school spirit that was on display at the game. The cheerleaders also did their job quite well, once again,” said Boyce. “My coaches throughout the program donned all white outfits, and I loved it. The atmosphere in the gym was certainly turned up, which was great to see.” The Everett boys have since taken on host Chelsea after press deadline on Dec. 14, before returning home to go up against Lynn Classical on Tuesday, Dec. 19, starting at 7 p.m. They will then face Lynn English at its place two nights later, also beginning at 7 p.m. First-year Everett boys basketball head coach Gerard Boyce is shown in his dashing white suit during the home opener against rival Malden at the EHS Gym on ‘White Out Night,’ Dec. 12. His team went on to win the game, 59-52. (Courtesy photo) MIAA votes to keep status quo in power rankings system for State Football Tournament seedings Everett football’s fate this year – 7-1, GbL Champ and no playoffs– city as key case in call for win-loss element in seedings By Steve Freker T he pleas from schools like Everett High, Springfield Central and others around the state for the consideration and hopeful addition of a winloss element to the MIAA State Football Tournament seeding considerations did not draw enough support for change Wednesday. At a meeting of the Tournament Management Committee (TMC) of the Massachusetts Interscholastic Athletic Association (MIAA) at MIAA headquarters in Franklin, the members voted, 115, to keep the current state rankings policy – with no new changes. Since its implementation in the Fall 2021 season, some coaches, athletic directors, and administrators have been uncomfortable with margin of victory being a key component in the state’s Power Ranking formula for tournament seeding. Suggestions were brought to the TMC by some athletic directors that in addition to strength of schedule (SOS) and margin of victory (MOV) considerations, that a school team’s win-loss percentage/number of wins play a role in determining power rankings. By an 11-5 vote, the TMC voted to retain and maintain the existing format– without adding any win-loss/win total consideration – moving forward. What this means straight up locally for Everett High football is that if the same scenario took place next year, a 7-1 finish and perhaps even an 8-0 undefeated record, would not guarantee a postseason berth once again. The primary mitigating factor is the existing Greater Boston League strength of members in the grand scheme, with no other Division 1 teams except Everett and subpar performances and win-loss records for the GBL. “The arguments against [the existing power seedings format] working are becoming more and more difficult to come up with,” TMC Chair Shaun Hart, who is Athletic Director for Burlington Public Schools, said at Wednesday’s meeting in Franklin, of the current format. “The margin of victory piece, philosophically, I understand there’s a difference to it. I don’t subscribe to it, but I don’t dismiss it either,” the Burlington AD added. Behind the proposal voted down was the intention to lessen the importance of MOV and SOS in the equation; adding a win-loss component to the formula was put in front of the MIAA’s Tournament Management Committee with an eye to preventing “running up the score” as one unwelcomed derivative. Lending collected data to the debate, MIAA Deputy Director Sherry Bryant said the percentage of regular-season games exceeding the current cap on margin of victory (three goals in soccer, 10 points in basketball, 14 points in football) has not changed since the change to the statewide tournament in 2021. Before the current postseason, Bryant said, 40 percent of basketball games were 10 points or less, and that number has held steady the past couple of seasons. Results from the fall State Tournament bore notice that the existing power seedings were accurate, Bryant continued, noting the higher-seeded team won 78 percent of MIAA | SEE PAGE 21 Everett High football was #1 in the Greater Boston League this past season, as top prospect Christian Zamor points out, but the Crimson Tide still could not break into the MIAA Division 1 Power Rankings Top 16. The biggest reason was the weakness of the GBL – six GBL teams of eight Everett nonleague opponents. (Advocate Photo/Henry Huang) ׉ 7cassandra://ortN40qgB389YK7vxTsSy7_Y3TvXM06SKzHwEGdxyBA-`̰e{{h@׉E THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, DECEmbER 15, 2023 Page 21 Meet the Revere/Everett/Malden High and Mystic Valley Charter School ice hockey team Representing Malden High — Shown from left to right: Aaron Al-Marayati, Ben Rosa, David Perez, Tommy Cronin and Jake Simpson at Allied Veterans Memorial Rink in Everett last Wednesday. Revere/Everett/Mystic Valley and Malden High (REMM) — Front row, shown from left to right: Ben Saia, Ray Blauvet, Aaron Al-marayati, Ben Rosa and David Perez. Back row, shown from left to right: Liam Thompson, Sofia Leung, Jake Simpson, Riley Constantine, Matt Lacroix, Tommy Cronin, Andrew Crasco, Vishant Chawla, Jacob Cantone, Lukas Deguire, Ben Hickey, Ollie Svendsen, Frankie Annunziata, and Head Coach Craig Richards. (Advocate photos by Tara Vocino) Representing Mystic Valley Regional Charter School — Shown from left to right: Riley Constantine, Sofia Leung, Lukas Deguire, Ben Hickey, Vishant Chawla, and Liam Thompson. Representing Everett High — Shown from left to right: Jacob Cantone, Andrew Crasco, Ben Saia and Raymond Blauvelt. Seniors — Back row, shown from left to right: Matt Lacroix, Jake Simpson, Lukas Deguire, Liam Thompson, Vishant Chawla, Ollie Svendsen and Head Coach Craig Richards. Front row, shown from left to right: Sofia Leung, Aaron Al-Marayati, and Jacob Cantone. By Tara Vocino Captains, shown from left to right: Jake Simpson, Ollie Svendsen and Lukas Deguire with Head Coach Craig Richards. MIAA | FROM PAGE 20 the football games, 80 percent of girls volleyball games, 80 percent of boys soccer and girls soccer games and more than 90 percent of field hockey games. It was a vote that has been considered for months, but the call to add a win-loss component heated up this past fall when Everett High football – a traditionally strong playoff qualifier and winner T he Revere, Everett, Malden High, and Mystic Valley Charter School (REMM) Ice Hockey team introduced themselves at Allied Veterans Memorial Rink in Everett last Wednesday. of 13 Super Bowls in the past 30 seasons – failed to qualify for the Division 1 playoffs despite a 7-1 regular season and Greater Boston League Championship. Everett finished out of the money, ranked 18th and behind two teams, #15-ranked Leominster (44) and #16-ranked Braintree, both of which finished regular season at 4-4, in a 16-team bracket. Six games against weaker Greater Boston League competition ended up saddling Everett High football as the only team out of the 33 teams sitting in Division 1 to have a minus opposition teams rating. Some opinions being floated in football circles are suggestions that Everett High continue to be a full member of the GBL – except for football – and for the Crimson Tide to play an independent football schedule, choosing teams more on its own plane of competition. Everett could continue to play GBL schools on the football field if it so chose, but as a new independent, could also choose to go completely out of the GBL for football scheduling, if such a move came to pass. This move was openly discussed before, but never carried out, during the former reign of Everett football supremacy in the 2000s and 2010s under legendary former Head Coach John DiBiaso Jr., whose teams – at one point– won 11 of 15 Super Bowl titles in 15 years from 19972012, then two more in 20162017. Coach DiBiaso left Everett and went to coach at Catholic Memorial after his final Super Bowl win, in 2017. ׉ 7cassandra://KMH_T7P-SvuZXLPzZxdiRoZTik9PxuGiMMTngfPepXw1`̰e{{h@e{{h@ PבCט(u׉׉ 7cassandra://_0mJj2xlvUxw77tsqXh12dqcXTdldYJoMy0T6Imi8-w .`)׉ 7cassandra://aLzCEtkaNDJYPwaW6BxHSQEAqAjjTXixadcth2CIhmw͗ `J׉ 7cassandra://tIMo3Z_7HDTnFwMyJDJf6kdjvsWrQL9Fuwaidpc2DaY(`̰e{{h@ט((u׉׉ 7cassandra://0tci4rqNO9VBgxv-fcI631Dw9EXnRpLMCVtZRO9k2aI`)׉ 7cassandra://k1928SUe4qsOXyKfoou-za-Q10HIddNK5kMCMnw9QI8͐Y`J׉ 7cassandra://DnBbgv81TXEw8iyfMpzkkGw_0jVQ6IyF27Iabubg9Ag(y`̰e{{h@Ɠנe{{h@́O)9ׁH$http://FACEBOOK.COM/ADVOCATE.NEWS.MAׁ ׁ Јנe{{h@ˁX9ׁHhttps://massterlist.com/headׁ ׁ Јנe{{h@ʁL.\9ׁHhttp://84.Anׁ ׁ Ј׉EPage 22 THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, DECEmbER 15, 2023 SOCCER STADIUM | FROM PAGE 1 House that would contain language to remove the DPA status from the parcel, potentially clearing a path to initiate construction of a soccer stadium and waterfront park along the Mystic River. The new stadium, if built, would be the home of the New England Revolution, which now sits at less than half-empty, 68,000-seat Gillette Stadium for home games in Foxboro. The standalone bill that Sen. DiDomenico said he will file will include the same language that lawmakers left out of the $3.1 billion budget bill Gov. Maura Healey signed last week. Sen. DiDomenico told the Council he intends to “open up more opportunities for the public to weigh in on the property’s future.” “As the state senator for this community who strongly believes that we can do something special on that land, I am going to file that bill,” Sen. DiDomenico said at the meeting, according to an online report. “I am going to make sure we have all of our ducks in a row to make sure and conGET A FREE SUBSCRIPTION TO MASSTERLIST – Join more than 22,000 people, from movers and shakers to political junkies and interested citizens, who start their weekday morning with MASSterList—the popular newsletter that chronicles news and informed analysis about what’s going on up on Beacon Hill, in Massachusetts politics, policy, media and influence. The stories are drawn from major news organizations as well as specialized publications. MASSterlist will be e-mailed to you FREE every Monday through Friday morning and will give you a leg up on what’s happening in the blood sport of Bay State politics. For more information and to get your free subscription, go to: https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/su/aPTLucK THE HOUSE AND SENATE: There were no roll call votes in the House or Senate last week. This week, Beacon Hill Roll Call reports local senators’ roll call attendance records for the 2023 session through December 8. The Senate has held 99 roll calls so far in the 2023 session. Beacon Hill Roll Call tabulates the number of roll calls on which each senator voted and then calculates that number as a percentage of the total roll call votes held. That percentage is the number referred to as the roll call attendance record. Thirty-one (77.5 percent) of the current 40 senators did not Beacon Hill Roll Call By Bob Katzen miss any roll calls and have 100 percent roll call attendance records. It is a Senate tradition that the Senate president only votes occasionally. Current Senate President Karen Spilka follows that tradition and only voted on 19 (19.1 percent) of the 99 roll calls while not voting on 80 (80.9 percent) of them. Eight (20 percent) of the 40 senators, other than Spilka, missed one or more roll calls. Sen. Liz Miranda (D-Boston) has the worst record. She missed nine roll calls for a roll call attendance record of 90.9 percent. Sen. Mike Barrett (D-Lexington) missed two roll calls for a roll call attendance record of 97.9 percent. Newly elected Sen. Peter Durant (R-Spencer), a former state representative, also missed two roll calls, His attendance record is 97.1 percent -- based on the 70 roll calls the House has held. The Senate has not held any roll calls since Durant was sworn in. The following senators each missed one roll call resulting in a 98.9 percent roll call attendance record: Sens. Adam Gomez (D-Springfield), John Keenan (D-Quincy); Patrick O’Connor (R-Weymouth); Mike Rush (D-West Roxbury); and John Velis (D-Westfield). Beacon Hill Roll Call contacted the eight senators at least three times asking why they missed some roll calls. Only three of the eight responded. ---Sen. Miranda’s chief of staff Kevin Higgins responded: “The roll calls [missed by] Sen. Miranda were all in a formal session on February 9th, pertaining to Senate rules, where remote participation had not yet been adopted. Sen. Miranda was not able to vince the people at the State House that the city of Everett doesn’t want this industrial past to continue.” Sen. DiDomenico said the soccer stadium/waterfront park project would be “transformational, not just for the environmental aspects of it but the economic impact of this community as well.” The Mass. Senate had backed the proposal’s inclusion in the supplemental budget, DiDomenico said, with the House ultimately removing the language from advancing as lawmakers focused on the migrant crisis and pay raises for public employees at the last minute, with some House members weighing in, citing “unanswered questions.” Some top-level House members called concerns from “several environmental groups” regarding unresolved environmental concerns about the site” as a factor in bypassing the amendment on the land status designation. Sen. DiDomenico then made a key point, saying that it was those very same environmental groups – not Mayor Carlo DeMaria – who The site of the proposed $600 million professional soccer stadium and waterfront park, a 43acre parcel which includes a former power plant. (Courtesy Photo) had gone through talks with The Kraft Group, which owns Gillette Stadium and The Revolution, due to the intensive remediation that would be needed on the heavily contaminated land parcel due to former industrial use. The Kraft Group, owner Robert Kraft’s holding company, is looking to move the New England Revolution from Gillette Stadium closer to Boston. “I am going to continue to advocate to state leaders that participate as she was home sick with COVID-19. We are grateful that the Senate adopted remote participation rules this session, following guidance that is aligned with public health recommendations.” ---Sen. O’Connor’s legislative director Thomas Skehill responded: “Sen. O’Connor missed … roll call #37 … due to a medical appointment.” --- Sen. Gomez responded: “I am going through recovery from kidney transplant surgery. On May 4, 2023, I received my transplant. While during this 6-month period there could’ve been a moment that I was predisposed within my recovery process. Could’ve been slow trying to getting my vote in on time as well. Mobility was tough during the first couple months. Especially if it was a late vote during our marathon in closing out from summer session.” ---Sens. Keenan, Rush, Velis, Durant and Barrett did not respond to repeated requests by Beacon Hill Roll Call asking them for a statement. SENATORS’ 2023 ROLL CALL ATTENDANCE RECORDS THROUGH DECEMBER 8, 2023 The percentage listed next to the senator’s name is the percentage of roll call votes on which the senator voted. The number in parentheses represents the number of roll calls BEACON | SEE PAGE 23 a lower income, minority-majority community like Everett deserves the chance to explore such a transformational economic development opportunity,” Mayor Carlo Demaria said this week, in support of DiDomenico’s pledge. VOTES DOWN | FROM PAGE 2 organizations, which Navarro said “understand the needs of the community.” He added that citizen advisory panels will scrutinize specific requests to determine if they “make sense.” For instance, money slated for infrastructure improvements might be vetoed if other city expenditures are covering it. These sub-recipients, as Navarro called them, will be subject to additional scrutiny as to if the money is being spent as intended and if they have the resources necessary to spend the money as intended. “Sub-recipients will have to define their plan and staff, including checkpoints,” Navarro said. “If they’re not spending within guidelines, the money is taken back and reallocated. Sub-recipients will have specific reporting requirements; they’ll have to report back to the city. In the sub-recipient agreement, you have the ability to determine if they have attended meeting sessions and an out to say they’re not meeting requirements. Money not spent goes back to the federal treasury.” Not all businesses will be eligible for economic recovery aid. “It’s not everybody, just the businesses Treasury says are eligible,” Navarro explained. ׉ 7cassandra://tIMo3Z_7HDTnFwMyJDJf6kdjvsWrQL9Fuwaidpc2DaY(`̰e{{h@׉ETHE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, DECEmbER 15, 2023 Page 23 OBITUARIES O Vincent Frank DiTullio f Everett. Entered into eternal life on Wednesday, December 6, 2023 in the Elmhurst Health Care Center in Melrose after being in failing health. He was 97 years old. Vin was born in Everett and remained a resident until his passing. Devoted son of the late Nicola and Raff aela (Roberto) DiTullio. Dear brother of Anna Wesa of Everett. He is also survived by his longtime sweetheart, companion and best friend for 23 years Beverly Wiggins of Malden. To Beverly he was known as Vince, family as Jim and friends and neighbors as Vinnie. Vinnie entered the U. S. Navy at the end of WW II, of which he was very proud. Vinnie met Beverly at a dance 23 years ago. They shared a love of music, especially Jazz, show tunes and Art. They visited Art museums, Vinnie lingering at the art and looking and purchasing Art books in the gift shop. He was self-taught about art, enjoying the books he collected. Vinnie’s hobbies were watching football, PBS travel shows and TV word shows. Beverly and Vinnie spent many hours playing Trivia on the phone and during visits. They spent Sundays together playing trivia, listing to music and ordering dinner from their favorite restaurant, the “99”. Vinnie lived independently until recently when his health began to fail. Beverly spent his last days by his side until the end. Visitation was held at the Cafasso & Sons Funeral Home, Everett on Tuesday, December 12. Angelina Victorria Acierno igi, Franco, Raff aela and Maria. In January 1973 Angelina and her family made their journey to America and settled in Boston to pursue the American dream. Angelina’s fi rst job was at O f Everett. It is with Great sadness that the Acierno family announces the passing of Angelina Acierno at the age 84.Angelina Vittoria was born to Maria and Domenico Vittoria on November 7, 1939 and raised in Sperone (AV) Italy and was one of fi ve children: Mario, Romano, Brigida, and Francesca. In February 1961 she married now deceased husband Agostino Acierno and they had four children LuBEACON | FROM PAGE 22 that he or she missed. Sen. Sal DiDomenico cent (0) ALSO UP ON BEACON HILL DON’T MISS THIS EVENT ON THE FUTURE OF OFFSHORE WIND - Off shore wind in Massachusetts is about to achieve a signifi cant milestone while facing an uncertain future. With the cornerstone of Massachusetts’ clean energy goals at stake, can the state surmount challenging economic conditions to expand wind power? Join MASSterList and the State House News Service for an in-person event at the Massachusetts Continuing Legal Education (MCLE) in Downtown Crossing, Boston on Dec 14 from 7:30 a.m. to 10 a.m. Speakers include leading off shore wind ex100 perecutives and environmental leaders, with opening remarks from Energy and Environmental Affairs Secretary Rebecca Tepper. More info and tickets: https://massterlist.com/headwinds-for-off shore-wind/ $3.1 BILLION SUPPLEMENTAL BUDGET (H 4204) - The House and Senate approved and Gov. Maura Healey signed into law a $3.1 billion supplemental budget to close out fi scal year 2023. A key and controversial provision provides for $250 million for sheltering eligible families during the emergency shelter crisis created by the recent infl ux of thousands of migrants. Other provisions include $2.1 billion for MassHealth to cover end of year defi ciencies; $75 million for school districts impacted by special education tuition rate increases; $15 million for disaster relief for municipalities impacted by storms and naturals disasters that occurred in 2023; $378 million to fund collective bargaining agreements; and $500,000 for the Commission on Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer and Questioning Youth. The House and Senate approved the package in informal sessions during which, under House and Senate rules, roll call votes are not allowed. The Senate agreed to a GOP proposal to hold a formal session but the House did not agree and a formal session was not held. The budget was approved on a 105-14 standing vote in the House and by a 20-3 standing vote in the Senate. During a standing vote, members who BEACON | SEE PAGE 24 Converse Rubber Company in Malden. She was proud to be able to work a 40-hour work week that brought home a paycheck in her name. Angelina loved her role as homemaker too. Her passion was cooking and with food she showed her love to so many. Three years later Angelina and Agostino acquired an Italian grocery store in Everett that they named Luigi’s Grocery. Although Angelina was initially hesitant to leave her friends and colleagues at Converse, she was called to help run the business and she did not stop until a wise age and a pandemic closed the doors 45 years later. Angelina worked hard every day to run the business, with shop hours from 7AM to 7PM. Angelina became a widow in 1988 and ran the business for another 32 years. Angelina rose to the occasion as a strong, independent, confi dent woman and became the best version of herself in order to become successful. Her business was a means to an end, but it became her passion and her social community as well. She loved her family, her customers and the neighborhood. Angelina is survived by her dear and devoted children: Luigi Acierno and his wife, Maria of Lynnfi eld, Franco Acierno of Everett, Raff aela Scavone of NJ and Maria Acierno of NH; her loving and cherished grandchildren, Erica Acierno, Agostino Acierno, James Scavone, Julia Scavone, Alex Scavone, Gianna Bolaccio, and Victoria Bolaccio; and devoted great-grandchildren, Mia Acierno and Cristiano “Joey” Paragona; and her dear brother Mario Vittoria of Italy and the late Romano Vittoria, Brigida Capellucci, and Francesca Gaglione. Relatives and friends are respectfully invited to attend Angelina’s funeral Mass in St. Anthony Church, 38 Oakes St., Everett, Monday, December 18 at 10 a.m. Entombment will follow at the Holy Cross Chapel Mausoleum, Malden. There will be no visiting hours. In lieu of flowers, contributions in Angelina’s memory to the American Cancer Society, 3 Speen St., Framingham, MA 01701 would be sincerely appreciated. Arrangements by the Cafasso & Sons Funeral Home, Everett. LIKE US ON FACEBOOK ADVOCATE NEWSPAPER FACEBOOK.COM/ADVOCATE.NEWS.MA ׉ 7cassandra://DnBbgv81TXEw8iyfMpzkkGw_0jVQ6IyF27Iabubg9Ag(y`̰e{{h@e{{h@ PבCט(u׉׉ 7cassandra://3j_GKcejxDXx-WUz9RxSh8LBRqQbJsFidBWXuMtCXrw c `)׉ 7cassandra://tGG-m3yZrMx5Tl3Hv8Za5AhiGekeRyx-_In4yeD7D7M͝`J׉ 7cassandra://6-Pt31MihfAJzw9_STGC7ot19ootKfLxgir8btJt6Cg(-`̰e{{h@ט((u׉׉ 7cassandra://7V6na1W8BjdFR4bmNbbmUwmSFN8qLg0JIciDH54q8OMd`)׉ 7cassandra://4i_6C6l3ngJDk4GlO3ucQnPmh8-TtmpnOd-e6KVUBeY͙`J׉ 7cassandra://nJ16fPlzicM3TFdKOqd8tkbx7GRCUqMgufK2trEOo-4*9`̰e{{h@Αנe{{h@ӁQ9ׁHhttp://www.EverettFlorist.netׁ ׁ Ј׉E&Page 24 THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, DECEmbER 15, 2023 BEACON | FROM PAGE 23 support a bill are asked to stand up and be counted. Following that, members who oppose the bill are asked to stand up and be counted. Senators do not cast an individual vote so there is no recorded roll call vote on the bill. “I’m proud to sign this supplemental budget that dedicates critical funding for hard-earned raises for workers, supports municipalities with covering the costs of special education and fl ood relief, sustains our Emergency Assistance program and more,” said Gov. Healey. “The Senate understands how much of an impact our work has on the residents of the commonwealth—especially when pay raises for hard-working employees and funding for emergency shelter is on the line,” said Senate President Karen Spilka (D-Ashland). “The House Republican Caucus understands the importance of passing a fi nal defi ciency appropriations bill to address the unfunded union contract situation, provide disaster relief funding for cities and town and meet the fi duciary responsibilities associated with closing the books on fiscal year 2023,” said GOP House Minority Leader Rep. Brad Jones (R-North Reading). “At the same time, we remain deeply concerned about the lack of meaningful reforms contained in the bill to address the emergency shelter crisis created by the recent infl ux of thousands of migrants, which remains an untenable situation that must be resolved.” “Democratic leadership put us in an impossible situation by intentionally weaving these separate issues together,” continued Jones. “There is no legitimate reason that funding for union contracts and aid for cities and towns needed to be tied to controversial immigration policy. It was done by design.” “The Senate again acted swiftly and decisively to close the books and pass the closeout supplemental budget for fiscal year 2023,” said Senate Ways and Means chair Sen. Mike Rodrigues (D-Westport). “With $250 million in emergency funding, we met the challenge of an unprecedented humanitarian crisis head-on. We also allocated $378 million to fully fund over 90 collective bargaining agreements for state workers, absolved a $100 million pension liability from the 2015 Early Retirement Incentive Program and dedicated substantial funding to special education and disaster relief for municipalities across the commomwealth.” “Massachusetts taxpayers deserved a [rollcall] vote and transparency on this controversial spending bill,” said Paul Craney, a spokesman for the Massachusetts Fiscal Alliance. “Statehouse leadership routinely use procedural loopholes to pass controversial items outside of good legislative practices. “It’s refreshing to see some lawmakers try to change that. Let’s hope this sets a precedent for good government practices over backroom deals.” FINES FOR NOISE VIOLATIONS (H 2026) – The Municipalities and Regional Government Committee held a hearing on legislation that would allow cities and towns to make a property owner responsible for the cost of excessive noise complaint calls made to the police about noise at the owner’s address. Under the bill, the property owner would be required to reimburse the city or town for each police call that exceeds more than ten in a calendar year. “When our police departments respond to a disturbance, it represents a cost to the municipality and the taxpayers,” said sponsor Rep. Bruce Ayers (D-Quincy). “This bill creates a method by which cities and towns can recoup that cost when it comes to frequent offenders of issues such as disturbing the peace, excessive noise or suspicious activity. After ten police calls regarding complaints for a specific address or location within one calendar year, this bill permits local municipalities to impart the costs associated with these calls and subsequent actions taken on the property owner. This creates a further incentive to curb the behavior while also easing the burden on the police department, municipality and the taxpayers.” EQUIP ALL FIRST RESPONDER AND PUBLIC SAFETY VEHICLES WITH AUTOMATED EXTERNAL DEFIBRILLATORS(S 1517) – The Public Safety and Homeland Security Committee held a hearing on a bill that would create the Automatic External Defi brillator Trust Fund which would provide grants to municipalities, public colleges and universities to purchase Automated external defi brillators (AEDs). The fund would be fi nanced by a new 50cent tax on the rental of cars and other vehicles in the Bay State. “Passage of this legislation is critical to enhancing public safety. AEDs are life-saving devices which can be incredibly instrumental for individuals who undergo sudden cardiac arrest,” said sponsor Sen. Ryan Fattman (R-Sutton). “Setting aside dedicated funding to ensure all the commonwealth’s public safety vehicles are equipped with this device is paramount, especially in communities and locations where AEDs are not readily available and accessible.” REQUIRE SEAT BELTS ON SCHOOL BUSSES (S 1504) – Another proposal heard by the Public Safety and Homeland Security Committee would require that, eff ective July 1, 2026, every school bus transporting students to or from a public, vocational, private or parochial school be equipped with a seatbelt for each permanent seating accommodation. The bill permits a municipality to enact an earlier implementation date. It also prohibits lawsuits against cities and towns based on the failure of a school bus operator, school or municipality to ensure a passenger was wearing the restraint. “Ensuring the safety and wellbeing of children throughout the commonwealth is one of my top priorities,” said sponsor Sen. Sal DiDomenico (D-Everett). “This commonsense proposal will protect countless kids on their way to and from school each day without placing any signifi cant fi nancial burdens on our school districts.” BAN DISCRIMINATION BASED BEACON | SEE PAGE 25 Say nir Sa a y Senior Seni by Jim Miller How to Ease the Winter Blues Dear Savvy Senior, What can you tell me about seasonal aff ective disorder? I’ve always disliked winter, but since I retired and am home a lot more, the gray, cold winter months make me feel really blue. Sad Sam Dear Sam, If you get depressed in the winter but feel better in spring and summer, you may indeed have seasonal aff ective disorder, or SAD, a wintertime depression that affects roughly 5 percent of Americans. In most cases, SAD is related to the loss of sunlight in the winter months. Reduced sunlight can upset natural sleep-wake cycles and other circadian rhythms that can aff ect the body. It can also cause a drop in the brain chemical serotonin, which affects mood, and can increase the levels of the hormone melatonin, which can make you feel more tired and lethargic. If you think you may have SAD, a trip to your doctor’s offi ce is the best way to diagnose it or you can take a SAD “self-assessment” test at the Center for Environmental Therapeutics website at CET. org/assessments. If you fi nd that you have SAD, here are several treatment options and remedies that can help. Light therapy: The most effective treatment for SAD is sitting in front of a specialized light therapy box for 20 to 30 minutes a day, within the fi rst hour of waking up in the morning. Light therapy mimics outdoor light to cause a change in brain chemicals linked to mood. While you can buy a light box without a prescription, it’s best to use it under the guidance of a health care provider and follow the manufacturer’s guidelines. Most health insurance plans do not cover the cost. The best light therapy lamps provide 10,000 lux of illumination, many times stronger than typical indoor light, and have a diffuser screen that fi lters out ultraviolet rays and projects downward toward the eyes. Some top-rated light therapy products include the Carex Day-Light Classic Plus Bright Lamp ($145); Northern Light Technology Boxelite-OS ($205); and the budget friendly Verilux HappyLight Luxe ($70), all of which are available at Amazon.com. Cognitive behavioral therapy: Even though SAD is considered to be a biological problem, identifying and changing thought and behavior patterns can help alleviate symptoms too. To help you with this, choose a therapist who specializes in cognitive behavioral therapy and who has experience in treating SAD. To locate someone in your area, Psychology Today offers a search tool at PsychologyToday.com/us/therapists/cognitive-behavioral-cbt. Antidepressants: Some people with SAD benefit from antidepressant treatments too. Some proven medications to ask your doctor about are selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs) and the extended-release antidepressant bupropion. But keep in mind that it may take several weeks to notice full benefi ts from an antidepressant. In addition, you may have to try diff erent medications before you fi nd one that works well for you and has the fewest side eff ects. Lifestyle remedies: Some other things you can do to help alleviate your SAD symptoms include making your environment sunnier and brighter. So, open up your blinds, sit closer to bright windows and get outside as much as you can. Even on cold or cloudy days, outdoor light can help, especially if you spend some time outside within two hours of getting up in the morning. Moderate exercise such as walking, swimming, yoga and even tai chi can also help alleviate SAD symptoms, as can social activities. Send your senior questions to: Savvy Senior, P.O. Box 5443, Norman, OK 73070, or visit SavvySenior.org. Jim Miller is a contributor to the NBC Today show and author of “The Savvy Senior” book. nior ior ׉ 7cassandra://6-Pt31MihfAJzw9_STGC7ot19ootKfLxgir8btJt6Cg(-`̰e{{h@׉ETHE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, DECEmbER 15, 2023 Page 25 BEACON | FROM PAGE 24 ON HEIGHT AND WEIGHT (H 1705) – A bill that would prohibit discrimination on the basis of a person’s height or weight, unless for the purpose of compliance with any established state, federal or industry safety standard, was heard by the Judiciary Committee. “This bill takes an important step towards rectifying biases about a person’s height and weight factors often beyond their control,” said sponsor Rep. Tram Nguyen (D-Andover). “Body size discrimination aff ects all aspects of an individual’s life, from the workplace, to healthcare, to their education. By safeguarding individuals from discrimination based on their lookswe not only promote equal opportunities but also foster a healthier and more equitable community.” . INVESTIGATE WHY WOMEN PAY MORE FOR THE SAME PRODUCTS BOUGHT BY MEN (H 1639) – Another bill heardby the Judiciary Committee would establish a working group on gender equity to investigate the price diff erentiations between products marketed to males versus those marketed to females. Supporters said this so-called “pink tax” refers to a markup on goods and services marketed to women in which men pay less for similar or even identical products and services. They said price discrimination, especially when based on gender, is unjust and should not be tolerated. Everyday transactions, including purchases for jeans, haircuts, children’s toys and hundreds of other products, are marked up for women. “The price of similar goods and services off ered to men and women suff ers from an embedded disparity along gendered lines,” said sponsor Rep. Jay Livingston (D-Boston). “I have proposed this legislation to start a commission that will examine potential solutions that will address this pricing discrimination issue.” APPLY CAMPAIGN FINANCE LAWS TO TOWN MEETING ARTICLES (H 4173) – A bill before the Election Laws Committee would apply the state’s campaign finance election laws to political entities or expenditures made to infl uence the outcome of articles that appear on Town Meeting warrants. “Local policy decisions should be made by town residents, but a loophole in campaign fi nance law allows for unfettered spending by outside groups to sway town decisions,” said co-sponsor Rep. Dylan Fernandes (D-Falmouth). “Our bill closes the loophole and stems the fl ow of dark money that too often drowns out the voice of locals. It’s time to give power back to the people.” “Political spending on issues before Town Meetings should be required to follow the same rules of the road as candidates, ballot questions and other political campaigns,” said co-sponsor Sen. Julian Cyr (D-Truro). “It’s bewildering and distressing that people with deep pockets and fi - nancial interests think they can buy their way into our local governance. We’re done with monied interests trying to sway town politics on the Cape and Islands. Voters deserve to know who is behind campaigns seeking to infl uence local policies that will impact those of us who live here year-round. Our robust laws on political spending have served the commonwealth’s representative democracy well for a half century — those should apply to lobbying at Town Meeting.” QUOTABLE QUOTES “Well, I’m proud of the things that we were able to get done born whose signature song was “La Vie en Rose” (Life in Pink)? 14. In what movie would you fi nd the four main food groups of candy, candy canes, candy corn and syrup? 1. On Dec. 15, 1791, Congress ratifi ed the fi rst 10 amendments to the U.S. Constitution; what is the document known as? 2. Reportedly, in 1997, in the competition to be the Massachusetts state cookie, the Toll House chocolate chip cookie beat what cookie? 3. What country was the fi rst to legalize cryptocurrency? 4. On Dec. 16, 1773, the Boston Tea Party took place; when were words “Boston Tea Party” fi rst printed: 1774, 1825 or 1899? 5. In what decade was the “mod” British culture? 6. December 17 is National Maple Syrup Day; what term means an area mostly of sugar maples? 7. What author of “Little House on the Prairie” said that “we are better throughout the year for having, in spirit, become a child again at Christmastime”? 8. Reportedly, the Inuit people use “song duels” to settle disputes; in what three countries do they live? 9. What was the last name of the American comic “Zeppo”? 10. On Dec. 18, 1966, what “Christmas” TV special aired that was adapted from a Dr. Seuss children’s book? 11. Poinsettias are native to what country? 12. In what 1960s TV series would you fi nd the Russian spy Illya Kuryakin? 13. On Dec. 19, 1915, what French singer/actress was ANSWERS 15. Salem, Mass., native Nathaniel Hawthorne died while on a trip to the White Mountains with what president from New Hampshire? 16. In the 1880s what American dime-store magnate became rich, including by importing glass ornaments from Germany? 17. On Dec. 20, 1790, the first American cotton mill began operation on the Blackstone River in what state? 18. How are hurdle, rib and seed similar? 19. What popular carol was originally a German folk song unrelated to Christmas? 20. On Dec. 21, 1946, Louis Jordan’s R&B single “Ain’t Nobody Here But Us Chickens” debuted on the charts; he is called the King of what early automated music player? this year. You know, as I look back, and it’s a time of refl ection to a certain extent, as I look back on the year, I mean, the budget that we passed that I signed,[had] really, really important investments, education, workforce, climate initiatives, housing. Tax cuts for the fi rst time in over 20 years.” ---Gov. Maura Healey refl ecting on her fi rst year in offi ce. “The Digital Equity Partnerships Program supports organizations across Massachusetts that help residents build their digital skills and get online so they can participate fully in our state economy, access modern health services, get connected to loved ones and so much more. We are excited to announce today’s grants through the Massachusetts Broadband Institute, which will help make technology more accessible for everyone across the state.” --- Massachusetts Secretary of BEACON | SEE PAGE 27 379 Broadway Everett 617-381-9090 All occasions florist Wedding ~ Sympathy Tributes Plants ~ Dish Gardens Customized Design Work GIFT BASKETS Fruit Baskets www.EverettFlorist.net City of Everett Conservation Commission Everett City Hall, Room 40 484 Broadway Everett, MA 02149 Carlo DeMaria Jr., Mayor Jon E. Norton Chairman Phone: 617-394-5004 FAX: 617-394-5002 LEGAL NOTICE The Everett Conservation Commission will hold a public hearing on Thursday, December 21, 2023, 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 Christopher Wagner of VHB representing Everett Landco, LLC, to determine whether jurisdictional wetland resource areas are present at the former Exxon Mobil Terminal Property at 52 Beacham Street. 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. Jon E. Norton Chairman Everett Conservation Commission December 15, 2023 1. The Bill of Rights 2. Fig Newton 3. El Salvador (Bitcoin) 4. 1825 (Reportedly, at the time “Party” referred to a group of men, not an event.) 5. 1960s 6. Sugar bush 7. Laura Ingalls Wilder 8. Alaska, USA, Canada and Greenland 9. Marx 10. “How the Grinch Stole Christmas!” 11. Mexico 12. “The Man From U.N.C.L.E.” 13. Edith Piaf 14. “Elf” 15. Franklin Pierce 16. F. W. Woolworth 17. Rhode Island 18. 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Lawn and Yard Care SNOW PLOWING *REASONABLE RATES * PROMPT SERVICE * PARKING LOTS USA 781-521-9927 Frank Berardino MA License 31811 • 24 - Hour Service • Emergency Repairs BERARDINO Plumbing & Heating Residential & Commercial Service Gas Fitting • Drain Service 617.699.9383 Senior Citizen Discount ADVOCATE Call now! 617-387-2200 ADVERTISE ON THE WEB AT WWW.ADVOCATENEWS.NET CLASSIFIEDS Call Driveways from $35 ׉ 7cassandra://LxopFDqJXYFx269l3_N_f8zT5iDOrk8IaX_Ia1Wu-kY7 `̰e{{h@׉EbTHE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, DECEmbER 15, 2023 Page 27 BEACON | FROM PAGE 25 Economic Development Yvonne Hao announcing $20 million in new grants through the state’s Digital Equity Partnerships Program, which supports high-impact and scalable initiatives that reach residents most aff ected by the digital divide. “These benefi ts help all Massachusetts residents, whether they are taking leave for themselves, a loved one or to welcome a new member of their family. Eliminating language barriers for these benefi ts can be lifesaving for people, and I applaud the Paid Family and Medical Leave team for their commitment to accessibility.” ---Lt. Gov. Kim Driscoll on the Healey administration launching accessibility and equitability enhancements to the Massachusetts Paid Family and Medical Leave including allowing applicants for benefi ts to now select Spanish, Portuguese, Haitian, Creole or Chinese, in addition to English, when applying for benefi ts. “When people walk into the governor’s offi ce, I want them to feel seen, represented and empowered. An important way to do this is by hanging artwork that is representative of the diverse Massachusetts experience.” --Gov. Maura Healey announcing that she has selected two paintings by artists of color to hang in the governor’s executive offi ce suite. “The Massachusetts Department of Correction recognizes the importance of incarcerated individuals maintaining bonds with their loved ones. No cost calls will alleviate the fi nancial burden and remove barriers for an individual in … custody to stay connected with their outside support system. Strong family support helps to advance the rehabilitative process, reduces recidivism and contributes to successful reentry upon release.” ---Department of Corrections Commissioner Carol Mici announcing the implementation of no cost phone calls in its 14 correctional facilities to provide equitable access to sustained communication between incarcerated individuals and their loved ones. HOW LONG WAS LAST WEEK’S SESSION? Beacon Hill Roll Call tracks the length of time that the House and Senate were in session each week. Many legislators say that legislative sessions are only one aspect of the Legislature’s job and that a lot of important work is done outside of the House and Senate chambers. They note that their jobs also involve committee work, research, constituent work and other matters that are important to their districts. Critics say that the Legislature does not meet regularly or long enough to debate and vote in public view on the thousands of pieces of legislation that have been fi led. They note that the infrequency and briefl ength of sessions are misguided and lead to irresponsible late-night sessions and a mad rush to act on dozens of bills in the days immediately preceding the end of an annual session. During the week of December 4-8, the House met for a total of seven hours and 11 minutes and the Senate met for a total of fi ve hours and 37 minutes. 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. 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