׉?4ׁB!בCט((u׉׉ 7cassandra://eTVvhlLNZ78dtueO627TBHZ2yZS2977vxFvK_DMmvd04`)׉ 7cassandra://llrrwtCF-KKIfHvLkp5GkcMlx-Y7yh1GatIbDoaZax8͕0`J׉ 7cassandra://LPBDAp3CdsVamSu4OiJD3e2smMXIrf-t47jFeMvBl48,k`̰f6RBfE׈Ef6RBf+׉E׉ 7cassandra://LPBDAp3CdsVamSu4OiJD3e2smMXIrf-t47jFeMvBl48,k`̰f6RBf,f6RBf+ PבCט(u׉׉ 7cassandra://3DTpsSnSEjrDKl0-utFdEN4oKNy041eY4svfKrj692cJ&`)׉ 7cassandra://eAeQdhWoOBvmSajGb-SWLIUUhZi76dVCVt5mbdi-vboͨO`J׉ 7cassandra://k9QMBdOquSemWcgxsHdclHRwB3S0bW-FKJ_FODXIsdI0`̰f6RBfHט((u׉׉ 7cassandra://q1l6VVB_pgA0Ck1j4HwjM1BP2HG_s6at1gzY-lPAmMs`)׉ 7cassandra://3P14ch5hcdyjmiJewLPiqFNiXNFaeSR3nI78I51v6eU͟N`J׉ 7cassandra://0r_0wgN76g85E2GlcsHwv7DO5NiD1UxKTr69QvEFV5s-`̰f6RBfIנf6RBfQ́ 9ׁH http://www.bostonnorthdental.comׁ ׁ Јנf6RBfP9ׁH mailto:lsimeonejr@simeonelaw.netׁ ׁ Ј׉E Page 2 THE REVERE ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, OCTObER 4, 2024 Mid-grade Regular $3.64 2.78 59 31 Over 45 Years of Excellence! Full Service $2.84 Order online at angelosoil.com T Need a hall for your special event? The Schiavo Club, located at 71 Tileston Street, Everett is available for your Birthdays, Anniversaries, Sweet 16 parties and more? For more info, call (857) 249-7882 Dan - 1972 We Sell Cigars & Accessories! MAJOR BRANDS AT DISCOUNT PRICES! Singles * Tins * Bundles * Boxes Green Label Sale Buy 2 Cigars, Get One FREE! Starting at $18.95 Many Types Starting at $49.95 Starting at $95.95 * 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 Hours: Starting October 1st, Open Daily 9 AM - 6 PM R.Y.O. TOBACCO & TUBES ON SALE! Humidor Special! Model A holds up to 25 cigars incl. ash tray, humidifier, hygrometer, cigar cutter and leather pocket holder! Special Price! $99.95 WE MAKE HOUSE KEYS! A.B.C. CIGAR 170 REVERE ST., REVERE (781) 289-4959 he City Council’s Subcommittee on Elder Affairs voted to support a motion from committee Chairwoman Angela Guarino-Sawaya and Ward 2 Councillor Ira Novoselsky that the city reinstate the outside water meter program to let seniors monitor water use outside without adding the sewage charge. The motion also called for the Water and Sewer Department to provide outside adapters for under $40 to allow them to take meters to the department for the proper credit. Dept. of Public Works Superintendent Chris Ciaramella met with the subcommittee to explain that outdoor water meters are being phased out Subscribe to the www.advocatenews.net Advocate Online! Your Local News in 6 Languages! Celebrating Our 52nd Year Chris 2024 City Council Subcommittee on Elder Affairs DPW Supt.: indoor water meters will replace outside meters By Barbara Taormina because they had problems with freezing during the winter months among other problems. They are being replaced by indoor meters which will no longer have to be brought in to the DPW to calculate the senior discount. But the problem is that the new indoor meters cost around $400 and they need to be installed by a plumber, which can run around $1,000. Committee members proposed having the city replace and install the new indoor meters. “We should do whatever we can to make it possible for long-time residents to stay in their homes and stay in our community,” said Councillorat-Large Juan Pablo Jaramillo. But City Chief Financial Officer Richard Viscay said preliminary estimates of that cost were $1.1 million. “We’re trying to figure out ways to make this less of a burden on seniors,” said Viscay, who added that he is still waiting for information on how many outdoor meters are still being used. “We had a lot of problems with the old hose meters,” said Ward 4 Councillor and former DPW Supt. Paul Argenzio, who added that there was a lot of fraud with the meters. “We need to talk to the mayor and see if there are some reductions in the cost of the meters. We can also see if we can get plumbers to come in for a reasonable rate.” “Outside meters are a risk,” said Ciaramella. “Their time has come and gone.” City of Revere to host thousands for annual Fall Festival & Porchfest Local favorite band, Vinyl Echoes, to headline the event R EVERE, MA – On Saturday, October 5, the City of Revere is expecting thousands of visitors for the annual Fall Festival & Porchfest event, happening at City Hall Plaza (281 Broadway) from 1:00pm6:00pm. This year, the City has expanded the offerings of this free community event, to include a Porchfest-style performance element, where ten genre-diverse artists will be showcased across two stages. In addition, there will be a beer garden, a fleet of food trucks, 50+ vendors, inflatables, family activities and games, face painting, magic shows, a DJ, and free t-shirts (first-come, first-serve). The musical lineup includes local favorites and up-andcoming acts: Vinyl Echoes, Jillian Ann, Dabble, Erin Wilson, Void the Nobody, Alexa Rivas, Acoustic Unity, Martin Pino, Jared Vasquez, and Olivia Freni are set to take the stage on Saturday, with special features from Rachel Ferrante’s Academy of Performing Arts and Dance Revolution with Erika. In addition, attendees can expect to enjoy a beer garden and apple cider donuts from Murray’s Tavern, barbecue from Brickhouse Grill, traditional Hispanic cuisine from Cinco De Mayo, healthy eats from Bono Appetit, Eloti street corn, and desserts from Crepe Shop. “I am looking forward to the Fall Festival & Porchfest,” said Mayor Patrick M. Keefe Jr., “because of how it unites our community.” Mayor Keefe continued, “This event is about bringing our families, friends, and neighbors together to celebrate the best of Revere. I hope we see you there!” For more information on the City of Revere Fall Festival & Porchfest, please contact the Office of the Mayor at revere_ mayor@revere.org. Like us on Facebook advocate newspaper Facebook.com/Advocate.news.ma ׉ 7cassandra://k9QMBdOquSemWcgxsHdclHRwB3S0bW-FKJ_FODXIsdI0`̰f6RBf-׉ETHE REVERE ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, OCTObER 4, 2024 Page 3 ~ Political Announcement ~ Attorney Robert S. McCarthy Seeks Re-Election to The Northeast Vocational School Committee His name will appear on the ballot on November 5, 2024 A ttorney Robert S. McCarthy announced he is seeking re-election to the Northeast Vocational School Committee and his name will appear on the ballot on November 5, 2024. Attorney McCarthy is currently practicing law with Law Offices in Malden. He also served as the Ward 2 City Councillor for many years. He also served as a curriculum administrator in the Malden Public Schools for many years. The twelve communities included in the Northeast School District are: Malden, Melrose, Stoneham, Wakefield, Winchester, Saugus, Chelsea, Reading, North Reading, Revere, Winthrop and Woburn. Attorney Robert S. McCarthy was first elected to serve on the Northeast Vocational School Committee in 2012 and he has brought his legal, financial and curriculum development experience to the school committee deliberations. During his tenure on the board he served as the Chairman of the School’s Budget Committee where he led the effort to revise the entire budget process. He advocated for budget measures that allowed for the budget to be more transparent and accountable to the cities and towns that Northeast serves. McCarthy also proposed the implementation of a detailed line-item budget format for the school. McCarthy said, “The implementation of this budget format allowed for a cost effective process to look at all Attorney Robert S. McCarthy school expenditures to mandate that the budget is fiscally sound as well as being educationally sound.” Attorney McCarthy is especially proud of the fact that Northeast has been designated as a Level 1 school by the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education. According to McCarthy “Level 1” is the highest ranking that a school can achieve from DESE. McCarthy also serves on the Northeast School Building Committee who is working diligently with the Massachusetts School Building Authority and the 12 sending communities to bring a new state of the art vocational school building on the current site. McCarthy explains that we are currently in the Construction Phase with a completion date of Spring 2026. “These are exciting times for the Northeast Family. The realization that a state of the art facility with all the up-to-date high-tech equipment and technologies is foreseeable within the next two years is evidence of the School Committee’s commitment to seeing this project through to fruition.” During McCarthy’s tenure on the board he also led the effort to have Northeast students do many community projects that enabled cities and towns in the District to complete projects at a very reasonable cost. These projects were done by the Northeast students which allowed them to gain real life experience and saved the cities and towns valuable financial resources in the process. Attorney McCarthy is committed to Northeast’s goal of offering quality vocational education to its 1325 students. Attorney McCarthy is certified as a Superintendent–Director of a Vocational Technical School by the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education. Over the past few months Attorney Robert S. McCarthy has been canvassing the 12 cities and towns in the Northeast School District speaking with many residents in an effort to discuss his educational views with them. He respectfully asks for your vote on Tuesday, November 5, 2024 to re-elect him to the Northeast Vocational School Committee. Attorney McCarthy can be reached at his Law Office at (781) 324-5500. Lawrence A. Simeone Jr. Attorney-at-Law ~ Since 1989 ~ * Corporate Litigation * Criminal/Civil * MCAD * Zoning/Land Court * Wetlands Litigation * Workmen’s Compensation * Landlord/Tenant Litigation * Real Estate Law * Construction Litigation * Tax Lien * Personal Injury * Bankruptcy * Wrongful Death * Zoning/Permitting Litigation 300 Broadway, Suite 1, Revere * 781-286-1560 lsimeonejr@simeonelaw.net Eastern Bank Building on Rte. 1S 605 Broadway, #301 * Saugus (781) 233-6844 www.bostonnorthdental.com Dr. Priti Amlani Dr. Bhavisha Patel * Restorative Dentistry * Cosmetic Dentistry * Implant Restoration * Zoom Whitening * Teeth in a Day - All on 6 * Invisalign * CEREC Crowns (Single Visit Crowns) * Root Canal Treatment * Sedation Dentistry ~ Full Mouth Rehabilitation ~ Before After Monogram D4 Double siding Cedar impression half rounds Harvey Vinyl 66 Replacement Windows Custom Aluminum Trim work Windows & Doors Top quality Vinyl Siding! •Vinyl Siding •Carpentry Work •Decks •Roofing •Free Estimates •Replacement Windows •Fully Licensed •Fully Insured ׉ 7cassandra://0r_0wgN76g85E2GlcsHwv7DO5NiD1UxKTr69QvEFV5s-`̰f6RBf.f6RBf- PבCט(u׉׉ 7cassandra://6WumYO0rg0F-DD5AMe0numpz1JjlS8KL-vFI-FZk7RQͯ`)׉ 7cassandra://9CVshrC1QoIXxKGaDppWU4UDCY-ZZcBY4M690iU1XT4͗3`J׉ 7cassandra://Srz8OevtuJVf02pK9bkHUW7aZUEqfyTRhJ7m9WuNqIM.`̰f6RBfOט((u׉׉ 7cassandra://RATXFmBN2WmZxYyGj3ZjOlEzDWBPEWBqoogLrJdLurA `)׉ 7cassandra://yC55QDtpqHOPe1Bbo1UMdPJtp4YmlXrc_nRbUzYi6qc͡9`J׉ 7cassandra://eLeQ8xUnEu_zyXOWo8vvG77GUtlPfrTK8hZr5YBEX7M,z`̰f6RBfR׉E }Page 4 THE REVERE ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, OCTObER 4, 2024 Northeast Metro Tech students win award for Build-a-Bureau Howard Seplowitz (far left), a volunteer at Mission of Deeds, joined the junior carpentry class at Northeast Metro Tech, Assistant Principal John O’Brien (center) and Carpentry Instructor Bruce Secor as the class was awarded an Apex Award for best PR Campaigns, Programs and Plans. (Courtesy photos) T he junior carpentry class at Northeast Metro Tech won an Apex Award for best PR Campaigns, Programs and Plans for Build-a-Bureau. Builda-Bureau is a pilot program funded by Camber Development and Dacon Corporation’s Designed with Dignity philanthropy in which 32 students are constructing three-drawer bureaus for shelter children transitioning into apartments. This grant was given to mark the commencement of 800 Salem, a 238,000-square-foot fully electric flex warehouse facility in Wilmington. RON’S OIL Call For PRICE MELROSE, MA 02176 NEW CUSTOMER’S WELCOME ACCEPTING VISA, MASTERCARD & DISCOVER (781) 397-1930 OR (781) 662-8884 100 GALLON MINIMUM Massachusetts has the third highest rate of homeless families – after New York and California – due to economic decline and the right-to-shelter law. Currently 7,268 families are enrolled in the Commonwealth’s shelter system. Often children keep their clothes in trash bags, one of the dehumanizing aspects of furniture poverty. These bureaus represent permanency, and for many it is their first new piece of furniture. The furniture is being distributed by Mission of Deeds, a turnaround organization where sheltered families can shop for household goods for free. Last year, 45% of their clients were children – Finished product many victims of domestic violence. They are currently aiding 10 children a week. The Apex Awards is a national competition for communications programs in which 1,100 entries were evaluated across 13 categories. Ninetythree PR initiatives were submitted for Campaigns, Programs and Plans. “Build-a-Bureau: Harvesting Vocational Talent to Help Sheltered Children” was one of 12 programs nationwide given a Grand Award for this category. It was the only program submitted run by high school students. They were surprised with a ceremony marked by certificates and a breakfast made by the culinary class. For some students, this was the first award they had ever won. Northeast Metro Tech is a TECH | SEE Page 8 ׉ 7cassandra://Srz8OevtuJVf02pK9bkHUW7aZUEqfyTRhJ7m9WuNqIM.`̰f6RBf/׉EwTHE REVERE ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, OCTObER 4, 2024 Page 5 Everett Leader Herald attorney’s pretrial filing states publisher admits guilt Philbin throws Resnek to the wolves before Jan. 21 trial start By James Mitchell I t’s been said that a person can have more power owning a newspaper than any elected official. Two people believed that saying and decided to use that power to not just unseat a politician, but to destroy that politician’s life. Beginning in 2017, when Matthew Philbin took possession of the century-old Everett Leader Herald newspaper, purchased by his father, Andrew Philbin, Sr., the patriarch of a once proud Everett family, he decided to use his barrel of ink to vilify and ruin Mayor Carlo DeMaria’s reelection chances in the 2021 election. In order to do that, Philbin needed someone who, for a price, would become his editorial hit man – and that person, whose reputation as a scurrilous journalist proceeded him, would be Joshua Resnek. Now the editor, reporter and publisher, Resnek would take to his new position like a shark smelling blood – except Resnek’s chum was money. And according to Resnek, “Philbin just pisses money.” Resnek, who was once an owner-partner in the Independent Newspaper Group with his childhood pal Steven Quigley, was kicked out of the group after taking money from a vendor who held a contract with the City of Boston, according to depositions given by Resnek in this defamation lawsuit. Philbin found Resnek, who was, once again, unemployed after being fired by a well-known Boston public relations firm, to run his new venture. According to the court filing, Resnek and Philbin began collaborating on fabricating false articles about the mayor, repeatedly stating that DeMaria had committed numerous crimes ranging from assaulting a woman and taking bribes and kickbacks to extorting the city clerk, Sergio Cornelio, for $96,000 over the purchase and sale of property in Everett. By October 2021, DeMaria had had enough and filed a defamation lawsuit against the Philbins, Resnek, Cornelio and the newspaper company, for writing and publishing defamatory editorials and stories for over two years leading up to the 2021 election. This week, in a Joint Pretrial Memorandum filed by the attorneys for Mayor DeMaria and the defendants, Dorchester Publications, LLC, owner Matthew Philbin, Resnek and Sergio Cornelio, the defendant’s lawyers wrote that “Mr. Resnek admits that he acted with ill will in publishing articles about Carlo DeMaria and wrote articles and editorials about him because he did not want Mr. DeMaria to win reelection as Mayor in November 2021. Mr. Resnek also admits that he wrote articles about Mr. DeMaria with reckless disregard as to whether they were factually accurate, motivated by his ill will and his desire to influence the election of November 2021.” The memorandum also states that the words Resnek wrote were “entirely his and he has taken responsibility for same, and will do so again at trial.” But in a ridiculous twist of desperation, the defendants’ attorney claims that Resnek’s brutal attacks over a two-year period, both personal and professional, did not establish “malice” and are “irrelevant and serves no probative value.” The attorneys then ask if Resnek’s “atomic bombs” – as the corrupt publisher called his articles in emails to Philbin – against DeMaria caused any damage to DeMaria’s reputation, and physical and psychological well-being. The attorneys cite the end result of the 2021 elections, saying that the mayor “garnered 18% more votes after the articles and editorials were written” about him and they did not have an effect and were not taken seriously by members of the Everett community. The memorandum goes on to state that the mayor’s psychological well-being was also unaffected and that his emotional state improved when the articles were written. Talk about desperate overreach. The memorandum then attempts to explain away Philbin’s role as owner of the newspaper – claiming that the newspaper’s owner is a multiple business owner who has a staff that oversaw the working of the newspaper – thereby refuting all claims that he conspired with Resnek in the articles. Contrary to the attorney’s claims of Philbin’s innocence by ignorance, hundreds of emails between Resnek and Philbin presented in numerous depositions by the defendants prove that not only did Philbin know about the articles Resnek was writing about the mayor, but also contributed and provided the final approval of the editions’ content. With the trial beginning on Jan. 21 and expected to last a month, it will be interesting to see how long Philbin’s lawyers can bluff their way out of their client’s years of printing lies and fabrications in order to destroy the person they called their “enemy.” It’s all there in black and white. RevereTV Spotlight L ocal chef and registered dietician, Victoria Fabbo, was back in the kitchen studio to record another episode of “Fabulous Foods.” Join Victoria in this latest episode while she teams up with special guest, Chef Augusto! Chef Augusto takes the lead in directing the audience through creating a creamy Peruvian seafood dish, paired perfectly with Tacu-Tacu and topped off with a zesty red onion relish. Victoria adds information about the ingredients and technique as the cooking progresses. Get ready for a culinary adventure that brings the vibrant flavors of Peru right to your kitchen! Tune in to “Fabulous Foods with Victoria Fabbo,” as it replays on the Community Channel daily through the month of October. For more self-paced instruction, follow along on YouTube. In case you missed it, the City of Revere and Revere Gerry D’Ambrosio Attorney-at-Law Is Your Estate in Order? Do you have an update Will, Health Care Proxy or Power of Attorney? If Not, Please Call for a Free Consultation. 14 Proctor Avenue, Revere (781) 284-5657 Parks and Recreation Department cut the ribbon and officially opened the RMA Turf Field last week! The city completely renovated the turf soccer field next to the Rumney Marsh Academy and behind Revere High School. RTV was at the ribbon cutting event where city officials celebrated and commented on how it will positively impact the community. Watch this coverage in between programming on the Community Channel and on YouTube. RevereTV’s star youth correspondent, Manique “Mini” Khessouane, leads you through yet another community event, the annual Touch-A-Truck Day at the Rumney Marsh Academy. This is a highly anticipated event for many kids in the city. Children were given a chance to climb on and play with vehicles from TV | SEE Page 9 50% OFF First 2 Months for First Time Renters with 6 Month Lease! The ONLY Facility with a 16 Month, No Price Hike Guarantee! (Additional Discounts for Revere Chamber of Commerce Members!) CALL NOW TO RESERVE! OCTOBER SPECIAL! 00 $95 /Month on 5x5 Units Limited Units Available! Scan to Reserve Online! ׉ 7cassandra://eLeQ8xUnEu_zyXOWo8vvG77GUtlPfrTK8hZr5YBEX7M,z`̰f6RBf0f6RBf/ PבCט(u׉׉ 7cassandra://gSbZLiT2cDyZ3r6tA-UI_x-j4BI_TGFu2xHTyHbVEKY (f`)׉ 7cassandra://e_Wf-lKpzEHhcpNLNTwU_4L0MKYOqwEaktqsAfBSA28͞C`J׉ 7cassandra://exjzBX1-boBt8wu7GkuYonaIsOAr8Xb5Va6XMhWrr-k,x`̰f6RBfUט((u׉׉ 7cassandra://7MS0GfncXSSmtUuOVveh83gCnpo1uMgmmfUT6eA_3Kg+`)׉ 7cassandra://jmgcHRnppaBNxPDfj5v5QJ0aUYyl09HpUOtycc-9g_Y͕>`J׉ 7cassandra://6z01SWy4X2JRJNUO6EsnnS_jyF3x6IhcW3HtZwUo2gQ,`̰f6RBfVנf6RBff 4ĕ9ׁHhttp://maldencatholic.orgׁ ׁ Јנf6RBfeV9ׁHhttp://WWW.SABATINO-INS.COMׁ ׁ Јנf6RBfdY|9ׁHhttp://lic.org/admissionsׁ ׁ Јנf6RBfcn9ׁHhttps://www.maׁ ׁ Ј׉E'Page 6 THE REVERE ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, OCTObER 4, 2024 AMAYA | FROM Page 1 building to deliver at Suffolk Downs. The ribbon-cutting ceremony and grand opening celebration underscore Amaya’s remarkable success and strong leasing momentum achieved since first moveins began in June 2024. Amaya brings 475 units of housing, over 34,000 square feet of state-of-the-art amenities and 24,000 square feet of groundlevel retail space to the Beachmont Square neighborhood. The Suffolk Downs Master Site will deliver 10,000 units of housing upon completion. The official grand opening ceremony included speeches by local elected officials, including Mayor Patrick M. Keefe, Jr. and Ward 1 Councilor Joanne McKenna, as well as representatives from HYM, National and Ullico. The event showcased performances by Veronica Robles Cultural Center’s all female mariachi band, local catering from La Hacienda and brews from new Suffolk Downs retailer Twisted Fate as well as a signature Amayarita cocktail. Amaya’s 475 units are located adjacent to the Beachmont Square Blue Line MBTA Station, providing easy access to Downtown Boston and Logan 8 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! Airport by subway. With units ranging from studios to twobedrooms, Amaya, which is managed by Bozzuto, offers its residents high-quality amenities, including a 3,000-squarefoot, state-of-the-art fitness center, two outdoor courtyards – including a swimming pool, a pizza oven, grilling stations and an outdoor Shred Shed – and convenient lounge areas with work-from-home spaces, pet-friendly living options and an in-building parking garage. Amaya includes 24,000 square feet of ground-level retail space being leased by BLACKLINE Retail Group and anchored by Twisted Fate Brewing, a Massachusettsbased, family-and-majorityfemale-owned nanobrewery, which was recently announced as Amaya’s first retail tenant. With the addition of Twisted Fate and additional retailers, Amaya’s residents will enjoy access to a diverse array of food and beverage and lifestyle options. Residents of Amaya are connected to a lively community hub of neighborhood retail, open space and civic spaces within Beachmont Square, the 1.7M square feet, vibrant mixed-use neighborhood serving as a gateway to all of Suffolk Downs. With nearby access to The Track at Suffolk Downs, including The Dog Park, community events and concerts hosted at The Stage ART | FROM Page 1 www.810bargrille.com J& • Reliable Mowing Service • Spring & Fall Cleanups • Mulch & Edging • Sod or Seed Lawns • Shrub Planting & Trimming • Water & Sewer Repairs Joe Pierotti, Jr. at in Revere are the Rite Aid building, which is up for lease, and Walgreens, both opposite each other on Broadway. Turning that slice of BroadS LANDSCAPE & MASONRY CO. Masonry - Asphalt • Brick or Block Steps • Brick or Block Walls • Concrete or Brick Paver Patios & Walkways • Brick Re-Pointing • Asphalt Paving www.JandSlandscape-masonry.com • Senior Discount • Free Estimates • Licensed & Insured 617-389-1490 Designing and Constructing Ideas that are “Grounds for Success” Landscaping at Suffolk Downs, residents are in close proximity to the best of Suffolk Downs. “With the grand opening of Amaya, we are celebrating the realization of the vision of Suffolk Downs, and we’re excited to officially deliver the first residential building to the site,” said HYM Managing Partner/ CEO Thomas N. O’Brien. “Amaya represents a milestone in the vibrant, dynamic community of Beachmont Square. From modern residences with extensive amenities and lively retail offerings, Amaya exemplifies high-quality living, and we look forward to celebrating with residents and guests alike at today’s grand opening.” “We’re excited to celebrate the grand opening of this landmark residential development and welcome future residents to the thriving community of Beachmont Square,” said National President/CEO Jeffrey Kanne. “Amaya exemplifies National’s dedication to investing in sustainable assets that not only aim to deliver strong returns to our clients, but create integrated communities.” “As the only labor-owned financial services company, we are thrilled to invest in a proud-union city like Boston,” said Ullico President/CEO Brian J. Hale. “This project is another example of investing Labor’s capital to bolster the local Boston economy with good, family-sustaining union way into a green city square wouldn’t be easy or cheap. One consultant proposed creating underground parking for the site, which is expensive and complicated with engineering challenges. Other ideas include parking reforms and pushing public transportation. Gamble showed slides of how Central Broadway would look with a larger setback requirement of 20 feet. Wider sidewalks would accommodate trees, benches, tables and chairs where people could gather. According to consultants, jobs.” “The Suffolk Downs development represents a transformative opportunity for Revere and its surroundings: It is a signal towards the growth and ambition we have chosen to embrace. When we look at Amaya, we see the first steps toward creating a dynamic community hub that is both accessible and inclusive: It is a vision that serves all of us,” said Mayor Keefe. “We’re thrilled to celebrate the grand opening of Amaya today, and excited by the strong leasing momentum we’ve seen thus far,” said Bozzuto General Manager Jennifer Soto. “With thoughtfully designed spaces, top-tier amenities and a deep connection to the vibrant Beachmont Square neighborhood, Amaya has quickly become a place where residents feel a true sense of community.” For more info about Amaya, please access www.liveamaya. com or Amaya’s Instagram (@ liveamaya) or Facebook pages. For more info about Suffolk Downs, please access suffolkdowns.com. For more info about HYM, please access www.hyminvestments.com. For more info about National, please access www.natadvisors.com. For more info about Ullico, please access www.ullico. com. For more info about Bozzuto, please access www.bozzuto.com. Broadway offers many opportunities to develop housing, both large-scale apartment buildings and small projects with two or three units. Consultants spoke about art projects waiting to happen, such as the underpass on south Broadway. The proposal was to brighten the space with better lighting, and brighten it with public art. “We’re optimistic about your downtown,” Gamble told the audience. “It has some challenges but the things that are there lend themselves well to reinvention.” Like us on Facebook advocate newspaper Facebook.com/Advocate.news.ma ׉ 7cassandra://exjzBX1-boBt8wu7GkuYonaIsOAr8Xb5Va6XMhWrr-k,x`̰f6RBf1׉ETHE REVERE ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, OCTObER 4, 2024 Page 7 Malden Catholic Open House dates for Grades 7-12 Experience Malden Catholic at an Open House M alden Catholic aspires to provide students with one of the best high school experiences for students of varying abilities from diverse backgrounds, all bonded by a common desire to achieve their full potential. Malden Catholic aspires to develop leaders for the future by graduating men and women of character who are equipped with the intellectual, personal and spiritual strengths needed for college success, lifelong learning and moral living. POLICE | FROM Page 1 Jessica has a deep understanding and personal connection to the issues that impact public safety. Throughout her legislative career, she has championed bills related to supporting law enforcement including most recently the passage of House Bill 4746, An Act relative to disability pensions for violent crimes. From the date of passage, this law will provide a one hundred percent regular compensation pension benefit for police officers who have suffered a “Violent Act Injury”, which is defined as “a serious and permanent personal bodily injury sustained as a With limited spots available, we encourage you to sign up at https://www.maldencatholic.org/admissions if you haven’t booked your Small Group Tour and Presentation yet. During the Open House, you and your student will enjoy: · A personalized tour of our school · Opportunities to speak with our administrators · An informative MC presentation · Testimonials from current studirect and proximate result of a violent attack upon a person by means of a dangerous weapon, including a firearm, knife, automobile, explosive device or other dangerous weapon”. “We were proud to honor State Representative Jessica Giannino as our Legislator of the Year. Her dedication to standing up for what is right and her understanding of the role of law enforcement is truly commendable. She was able to maneuver the bill, An Act Relative to Disability Pensions for Violent Crimes, through the House and eventually to the Governor’s desk for her signature. In addition to the violent injury bill, dents and parents High school dates October: Thursday, Oct. 10 | 5 p.m. and 7 p.m. November: Wednesday, Nov. 6 | 5 p.m. and 7 p.m. ; Tuesday, Nov. 19 | 5 p.m. and 7 p.m. December: Tuesday, Dec. 10 | 7 p.m. Middle school dates (for students entering 7th & 8th grade) October: Thursday, Oct. 24 | 5 p.m. and 7 p.m. November: Tuesday, Nov. 12 Rep Giannino has also filed a number of other bills for MassCOP and is very supportive of our efforts on Beacon Hill. We look forward to our continued collaboration to move legislation that is beneficial to our membership,” said Vice President John E. Nelson, Massachusetts Coalition of Police. The Massachusetts Coalition of Police is the largest law enforcement union in the Commonwealth, representing over 5,000 officers. The Coalition is dedicated to ensuring the safety, fair treatment, and protection of law enforcement professionals throughout Massachusetts. SABATINO/MASTROCOLA INSURANCE AGENCY 519 BROADWAY EVERETT, MA 02149 Auto * Home * Boat * Renter * Condo * Life * Multi-Policy Discounts * Commercial 10% Discounts * Registry Service Also Available Sabatino Insurance is proud to welcome the loyal customers of ALWAYS READY TO SERVE YOU: Our Staff are, Emma Davidson, Jeimy Sanchez, Josephine Leone, Marie D’Amore, Rocco Longo, Z’andre Lopez, Anthony DiPierro, Darius Goudreau, Laurette Murphy, Danielle Goudreau and Tina Davidson. PHONE: (617) 387-7466 FAX: (617) 381-9186 Visit us online at: WWW.SABATINO-INS.COM | 5 p.m. December: Tuesday, Dec. 10 | 5 p.m. About Malden Catholic Malden Catholic (MC) is a codivisional, college preparatory high school. Sponsored by the Xaverian Brothers and guided by their spiritual values of simplicity, humility, compassion, trust and zeal, MC inspires all students to lives of service, leadership and excellence. An inclusive community of faith, MC nurtures enduring personal relationships and lifelong learning – https://www. maldencatholic.org ׉ 7cassandra://6z01SWy4X2JRJNUO6EsnnS_jyF3x6IhcW3HtZwUo2gQ,`̰f6RBf2f6RBf1 PבCט(u׉׉ 7cassandra://Ym3aqZqtxbh9wa4Y3GNo74ar0_bdnxapp-CMwb2uFhs]`)׉ 7cassandra://R2fjR1ueFPBDVli1P9u2Vx9MeWrk16O4yh3r1lLKxUs͎A`J׉ 7cassandra://Q3odW1Q3Wg_u4QMh-WtSmQLHHOchUSM88a8gqfORVvc.@`̰f6RBfgט((u׉׉ 7cassandra://Yl2lpNXl9LMNVpD0IhkZwwSw7zWDRXXTxrVqchR5qtw`)׉ 7cassandra://_s2EOc9RGAGRZA1tcL6uldQVXsVp1A69PVLpRu0Nf1Yͣ`J׉ 7cassandra://2myS6NJ2_n4nQWwRMK0oG5k9iuak5TZLF13OO3ielOo0`̰f6RBfhנf6RBfq)=9ׁH$http://Facebook.com/Advocate.news.maׁ ׁ Јנf6RBfp 2ށ̪9ׁHhttp://Parkwaycycle.comׁ ׁ Јנf6RBfo 9ׁHmailto:sales@parkwaycycle.comׁ ׁ Јנf6RBfn9ׁH$mailto:Contact@vtechautoservices.comׁ ׁ Јנf6RBfmX"R9ׁHhttp://world.comׁ ׁ Јנf6RBfl ^9ׁHhttp://rphd.beׁ ׁ Ј׉EPage 8 THE REVERE ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, OCTObER 4, 2024 A student of the junior carpentry class works on a bureau that will be donated to shelter children transitioning into apartments. TECH | FROM Page 4 spirited school of 1,250 students from 12 communities north of Boston who are educated in 17 career areas. The school receives over 1,500 applications yearly, of which 360 are selected based on performance. This is their first furniture program. Dacon Chief Communications Officer Lauren Nowicki notes, “Vocational schools are an excellent source for talent and leadership training. These students demonstrate how teenagers can actively contribute to solving societal problems. We thank our friends at Camber Development and Mission of Deeds for this group effort to aid underserved children.” Students enjoyed a continental breakfast prepared by Northeast Metro Tech’s culinary program. Wilmington’s 800 Salem, a 238,000-square-foot fully electric flex warehouse facility (Artist’s rendering) Northeast Metro Tech ׉ 7cassandra://Q3odW1Q3Wg_u4QMh-WtSmQLHHOchUSM88a8gqfORVvc.@`̰f6RBf3׉ETHE REVERE ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, OCTObER 4, 2024 Page 9 ~ Guest Commentary ~ Raising Eyebrows With Flag Ordinance By Sal Giarratani I still remember well the decision by the City of Boston preventing a group of Christians from flying the so-called Christian Flag outside Boston City Hall at the flagpoles in City Hall Plaza. I was happy to see Harold Shurtleff take that denial all the way to the SCOTUS, where the justices voted 9-0 that the City of Boston had violated the First Amendment of the US Constitution. I was also at Revere City Hall where Christian citizens showed up outside on the lawn for the raising of the Christian flag. Here in Revere, I have found far less drama about celebrating like-minded folks to share their celebratory times to the whole city. The new ordinance for Revere was put together by the city’s Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Department. According to Revere DEI office, the proposed ordinance states the city’s flagpoles are not for personal expression but rather for city expressions of public sentiment and with special cut outs for both the LBGTO Pride and Juneteenth flags. Will there be a cut out for the Christian flags returning to the City Hall flagpole? However, City Councillor Tony Zambuto proposes that only the American, state, city and military flags should be flown out on the City Hall lawn and stated that “was the fairest way I could make this work.” Meanwhile, the city’s DEI Director Steven Morabito stated TV | FROM Page 5 the Police, Firefighters, DPW and more. Watch RTV’s coverage as Mini shows off the sights and sounds of the event while interviewing attendees. This coverage is also playing on the Community Channel and posted to all social media outlets. In honor of Hispanic Heritage Month, the Revere ADHC held a celebration for the Independence of several Latin American countries. This party included food, dancing, and entertainment such as a clown performer. RevereTV was able to catch some coverage from the celebration. This coverage is replaying on the Community Channel along with the most recent flag raising ceremony celebrating the same Independence Days. Both of these events can be watched the City’s greatest strength is in its diversity. He is right, it’s not about flying a flag or fabric but flying respect to everyone in the community. Revere does have to be very careful how it writes up the flag ordinance because it doesn’t need a lawsuit against the City of Revere. I think both the DEI office and the City Council are overthinking things here. I don’t agree with an all or nothing approach and I’m not sure who would be in charge of creating cut outs. What I think is missing in this whole debate is what is most important in creating any ordinance on this matter. Giving any segment of Revere’s population a right to fly a specific flag does not mean that the City endorses what any flag might represent. I am not Columbian but I support those who have the right to celebrate their roots with a City Hall flag waving. I am not Tunisian (but am 4 percent Tunisian), but if Revere folks with Tunisia roots want to fly their flag, so be it. Finally, I find this an important point. I attended the Christian flag raising not necessarily because I support that flag. My personal choices on the matter have no bearing on what flag is getting sent up a flagpole. Stop overthinking here. Just make it clear in any ordinance that flying ethnic or cultural flags or Rainbow flags or Juneteenth flags is about respecting the entire makeup of the City of Revere where everyone should count equally. That’s it, that’s all it is. on the Community Channel and YouTube. This week’s “In the Loop” PSA highlights a new upcoming online event. The Department of Public Health is proud to announce its first-ever online auction for the Public Health Emergency Fund. Funds raised will directly benefit the city’s most vulnerable residents, helping families secure temporary housing after a flood or obtain essentials like clothing, food, and toiletries following a fire. Items available for bidding include a variety of exciting options, such as gift cards, unique experiences, day trips with dining experiences, a private dinner with the mayor, and more. Bidding will open on Friday, October 4th and close on Sunday, October 20th. Visit rphd.betterworld.com to explore all the auction items! (857) 417-1936 Check Engine Light On? We Can Help! Our Services include: * Tune-Up * Lube, Oil & Filter * Tire Services * Exhaust * Transmission * AC / Heating System * Maintenance Open Daily 8AM - 5 PM Closed Sat. & Sun. We Service All Makes & Model Vehicles 24 Winter Street, Saugus Contact@vtechautoservices.com “Your Neighborhood Mechanic” Over 51 5-Star Reviews on Google & Scan QR Code Here! 1865 Revere Beach Pkwy, Everett (617) 389-7000 Open 9-6 Tues.-Fri. / 9-5 Sat. / Closed Sun. & Mon. sales@parkwaycycle.com Parkwaycycle.com Like us on Facebook advocate newspaper Facebook.com/Advocate.news.ma ׉ 7cassandra://2myS6NJ2_n4nQWwRMK0oG5k9iuak5TZLF13OO3ielOo0`̰f6RBf4f6RBf3 PבCט(u׉׉ 7cassandra://TEv3ECOMW3tVKs2vummeK4J3WWDNYXdhkImCnDCh0GY\`)׉ 7cassandra://aCpQSp-JeC8xpNssUM6967L3MbEOi5C96tXen6i8-_U͓`J׉ 7cassandra://umR8u3g7RNnHngMeJpJjIk0SDYFmd7ynr_fr_5T1lfo0H`̰f6RBfkט((u׉׉ 7cassandra://LPHH4ilKTPsB69cOF1VyA9m3kOsL5jrL58D34o4MFFct`)׉ 7cassandra://VLLWiRMq6NSmF2yksMoRKtSVX8G7A_n_KyxFsx7l2aA͗``J׉ 7cassandra://e8wD5keMp1zWnt_Z2KYi-9K5dSPyK3a4O2LxXEj-WTw.`̰f6RBfr׉E Page 10 THE REVERE ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, OCTObER 4, 2024 Coffee with a Cop fosters positive relationships with the community Shown from left to right: Patrol Officer John Papasodora, Daniela Gómez, Maximiliano Reyes, 16 months, Juan Lopez and Adrianna Lopez. By Tara Vocino P olice officers bonded with civilians during Wednesday’s Coffee with a Cop event at Lupita’s Restaurant & Bar. Shown from left to right: Patrol Officer John Papasodora, Lupita’s co-owner Erasmo Guevara, St. Jean’s Credit Union VicePresident John Kingston, Behavioral Health Unit Program Coordinator Chantal Ragucci, City Council Vice President Ira Novoselsky, Language Access Specialist Asmaa Abou Fouda, Police Captain Amy O’Hara and Police Officer Estefania Rivera. At left: Araceli Mejia. At right: Yaretzi Mejia, Beatriz Mejia and Police Officer Estefania Rivera. Shown from left to right: Lupita’s Restaurant & Bar Co-owners Erasmo Guevara and Francesca Cabrera and City Council Vice President Ira Novoselsky. Shown from left to right: Bay Cove Human Services Community Health Worker Laura Nichols, Vincent Nichols, who aspires to be a police officer, Lt. Sean Randall and St. Jean’s Credit Union Vice President John Kingston. Shown from left to right: Police Officer Paul Lucero, Rosa Otero, Elizabeth Gonzalez and Maria Patino. St. Jean’s Credit Union Vice-President John Kingston and Patrol Officer John Papasodora. Luce Muñoz, Diana Acosta and Behavioral Health Unit social worker Josh Miller. Shown from left to right: Police Captain Amy O’Hara, Luce Muñoz, Diana Acosta and Mayor Patrick Keefe during Wednesday’s Coffee with a Cop event at Lupita’s Restaurant & Bar. Shown from left to right: Executive Officer Lt. Sean Randall, Morena Quijada, Police Officer Estefania Rivera and Elizabeth Gonzalez. Shown from left to right: Behavioral Health Unit Program Coordinator Chantal Ragucci, Police Captain Amy O’Hara, Patrol Officer John Papasodora, Police Officer Estefania Rivera and Lupita’s Restaurant & Bar co-owner Erasmo Guevara. (Advocate photos by Tara Vocino) ׉ 7cassandra://umR8u3g7RNnHngMeJpJjIk0SDYFmd7ynr_fr_5T1lfo0H`̰f6RBf5׉E #THE REVERE ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, OCTObER 4, 2024 Page 11 New England Friends of Bosnia and Herzegovina host ‘Taste of Bosnia and Herzegovina’ annual festival Jasminka Colakhodzić (at left) with Aida Arifović displayed baklava. By Tara Vocino N ew England Friends of Bosnia and Herzegovina’s “Taste of Bosnia and Herzegovina” annual festival was held outside of A. C. Whelan Elementary School on Sunday. They surprised everyone with a horse that is special to Bosnia. New England Friends of Bosnia and Herzegovina’s Finance Officer, Zerina Dervisevic-Hassan, said the horse’s name is Ukrina – named after a river in Bosnia. “There are only 3,000 Lipizzaner horses left around the world, mostly in the Balkans,” Dervisevic-Hassan said. “There is only one Lipizzaner farm in Bosnia, and after the war and breakup of Yugoslavia in the early ’90s, the farm was neglected and the horses were starving.” According to Dervisevic-Hassan, while people from all over the world descended on Bosnia to help rebuild the country, the Portuguese ambassador risked censure for helping horses instead of people, and did a lot to help the farm get back on its feet. In gratitude, the owners gave him their best foal, Ukrina, whose ancestry goes back to Napolitano, who was born in 1790. “A friend of our organization, Sally Fleschner, fell in love with Ukrina while she was living and working in Bosnia,” Dervisevic-Hassan said. “She later Co-Organizer/Bosnian Language School Teacher Nefira Mašić (third from right) introduced the event. Shown from left to right: Aida Kurtagic, Neira Davis and Alma Derviśević sold Ćevapi, which is a sausage sandwich with onions and sour cream. Guests are shown dancing in a circle to native music. New England Friends of Bosnia and Herzegovina President Axelle Derviśević (at left) and New England Friends of Bosnia and Herzegovina President Past President Jasmina Ćesić stand beside a history display of Bosnia. had the opportunity to purchase the horse from the ambassador and that is how Ukrina made her way to the United States.” Dervisevic-Hassan said they are very grateful to Fleschner for bringing the horse to Sunday’s festival. “It was an incredible surprise for both the youth and adults who attended,” Dervisevic-Hassan said. Oliver and Courtney Dutra looked at a map of Bosnia. Shown from left to right: Kemal Colakhodzić, Mirza Arifović and Azem Dervišević sold Bosnian imported wine and beer. Oversight Committee members Robert Chernack (at left) and Kemal Čolakhodžić by the Bosnian and American flags Indira Bayer poured Bosnian coffee into a “fildzan,” or a coffee cup. Shown from left to right: President Axelle Dervišević, Former Board Member Dzeneta Velic, Bosnian Language School Teacher Nefira Mašić and Finance Officer Zerina Dervišević-Hassan hosted Sunday’s Taste of Bosnia and Herzegovina festival outside A. C. Whelan School. Finance Officer Zerina DerviševićHassan helped to surprise everyone with Ukrina. Ukrina, the horse, with handler Azem Dervišević (Advocate photos by Tara Vocino) ׉ 7cassandra://e8wD5keMp1zWnt_Z2KYi-9K5dSPyK3a4O2LxXEj-WTw.`̰f6RBf6f6RBf5 PבCט(u׉׉ 7cassandra://9SNLUXYSy_lhxxi9_shuQR2ZDl50N3pIEo9irSXumH8W`)׉ 7cassandra://i4ZXkQ1kPrYshmVXeatMQtq_YQZcLKbxHc8yQogsAik͎`J׉ 7cassandra://Vnkhigg3dhCTqB3DQQsXyxxOOJjOnzyu2MHvORMIItk/`̰f6RBftט((u׉׉ 7cassandra://zaoj6ofuw7TXLAh3gccIwPRgFubgyXsiKj9I0Y4iY2s`)׉ 7cassandra://dHGEH120mfrcM-VqgguX1Zb4-5Lx3zL9vZOFa6P22i0͑`J׉ 7cassandra://KtQg98PrmtQQivMMNY_iqgyVQIdvYVEEgO7IdMLobAA+P`̰f6RBfu׉EPage 12 THE REVERE ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, OCTObER 4, 2024 RHS Class of 1984 celebrate their 40th reunion! Held on September 28 at Mission Beach House Mark Fortuna, Amy O’Hara and Sean Manion Marcy Berkowitz, Jodi Barmash, Christine Jesso Sherri Raftery, Joe Rizzuti and Kathy Degregorio Michael Guerrero, Kelley McBain Settipane, Joe Rizzuti and Robert Kyle Shown from left, Michelle Peterson, Brenda Pachuki, Lisa Macchione Elwell, and Kathy Degregorio Gina Christoforo and Janice Lepore Colacitti Shown from left to right, are; Kelley McBain Settipane, Cyndi Ross, Janice Lepore Colacitti, Maria Moscone Manion, Brenda Pachuki, Gina Christoforo, Lisa Macchione Elwell, Christine Jesso, Amy O’Hara, Kathy Degregorio and Michelle Peterson. Robert Kyle and Michael Ackerman Shown standing, from left; Michael Ayers, Robert Kyle, Sean Manion, Kathy Degregorio, Mark Fortuna, Michelle Peterson, Maria Moscone Manion, Gina Christoforo, Michael Guerreiro, Tracy Allan McAdam, Kristin Diliegro Galli, Michael Ackerman, Amy O’Hara, Janice Lepore Colacitti, Brenda Pachuki, Lisa Macchione Elwell, Christine Jesso and Cyndi Ross. Shown kneeling, same order; Jim Collins, Joe Laurano, and Kelley McBain Settipane. ׉ 7cassandra://Vnkhigg3dhCTqB3DQQsXyxxOOJjOnzyu2MHvORMIItk/`̰f6RBf7׉ETHE REVERE ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, OCTObER 4, 2024 Page 13 Growth but no ‘W’: Revere football falls short to Medford By Dom Nicastro t was a game of big drives, a huge defensive play and a much-improved defense. Unfortunately for the Revere High School football team, it was still a loss. The Patriots battled Medford all night but came up short in a 17-14 defeat in their first Greater Boston League game of the season. Revere fell to 0-3 on the young season. Revere did a lot of things I right in this one, playing its best game of the season. But it was a little too much Justin Marino on this night. The Medford quarterback had more than 100 yards rushing, including about a 50-yard run with less than a minute left to set up himself for a game-winning 36-yard field goal with less than 20 seconds to play in the game. “That’s one of the best football players I’ve seen in a while against us,” Revere Head Coach Lou Cicatelli said of Marino, who earlier in the game had a touchdown. Marino spoiled a really strong effort from Revere. The Patriots took an 8-0 lead with only seconds remaining in the first quarter on Geovani Woodard’s 2-yard TD run and two-point conversion run. That touchdown capped off a 99-yard drive that ate all but six seconds of the opening quarter. The drive featured a triple-threat attack of quarterback Danny Hou and running backs Woodard and freshman Reda Atoui. Hou converted on two fourth downs on the drive with runs and connected with Woodard for a key 13yard pass, Revere’s only of the Revere’s Reda Atoui scored a touchdown for the Pats with three minutes to go in the fourth quarter, tying the game 14-14. (Advocate photos by Emily Harney) drive. Atoui carried the ball four times in the drive, three for positive yards. “The offense … we have some flashes of brilliance, and then some flashes of, you know, penalties and plays going backward,” Cicatelli said. “We’ve got to move on from that. When we move the ball like we did in the first quarter on that 99-yard drive … throw the ball and control the clock, we’ll be in business.” Defensively, Coach Cicatelli cited Atoui and Yousef Benhamou, who each had seven tackles. Other defensive standouts included Anthony Pelatere, who saved a touchdown, Charles-Divine Dobre and Joel Vasquez. The defensive play of the night easily came from Atoui. With just a couple of minutes left after a Revere drive stalled inside its own territory, Medford, ahead 14-8, just had to pick up a first down and run out the clock. But on the Mustangs’ first play, Atoui ended up with the ball in his hands RHS Head Coach Louis Cicatelli and quarterback Danny Hou take a moment on the sideline. from his defensive position — and he took the stripped fumble and ran 73 yards for a touchdown to make it 14-14. However, the two-point conversion attempt from Woodard failed, and Medford’s Marino took over again. His 50yard dash set up his gamewinning field goal for a 17Pats’ defensive end Anthony Peterson tackles a Medford ball carrier. 14 final. “It is what it is,” Cicatelli said of the missed conversion. “We thought that our percentages would be a little bit better (going for two).” To even have that chance was all due to Atoui, the freshman who just simply keeps impressing on each side of the ball. “He’s a football player,” Cicatelli said. “He’s an all-around football player on offense and defense. He makes things happen. He’s very instinctual.” Revere takes on Lynn English in another Greater Boston League matchup Thursday, Oct. 3rd at 5:30. The Bulldogs are 3-1, beating Greater Lawrence Tech, 30-19, at home last week. “They have a good quarterback, real good skill players, some really good receivers and they throw the ball a ton,” Cicatelli said. “It’ll be a hefty matchup for us, but you know it’s the GBL. I think everybody kind of matches up pretty well in the GBL.” Northeast Metro Tech Girls Varsity Soccer Team embraces rebuilding season T he Northeast Metro Tech Girls Varsity Soccer Team is in a transitional phase this season, following the graduation of 14 seniors. Under the new leadership of Coach Jennifer McLellan, the team is shifting towards a possessionbased style of play, a journey that has seen its share of ups and downs as players adapt to their roles and find the right starting 11. Despite these challenges, Coach McLellan has noted promising progress. The team’s performance has already improved compared to previous years, and recent matches show signs of the squad settling into their game. “We’re starting to see stronger results against our opponents compared to the earlier weeks of the season,” she said. One standout performer has been freshman goalkeeper Ariel Jobson (Malden), whose impressive saves have kept the team competitive in several matches. Currently, the team holds a record of 2-4-0, with Mia Crones leading the offensive charge with five goals, followed closely by Callie Olsen (Wakefield) with four. Grace Shelton (Wakefield) and Stella DeOlivero (Woburn) have also contributed, each netting a goal. In the midfield, Emillie Naha DeLima has emerged as a key player, while the backline is being solidified by center back Adrianna Michelini (Woburn), alongside Ashley Cordero-Canela (Revere), Lisha Varga-Valenzuela (Revere) and Tamaya Rubin-Wilson (Malden). In a recent match against top-ranked Nashoba Valley, despite the pouring rain, the team demonstrated their potential, nearly clinching a win. Jobson was exceptional in goal, while freshman Aven Secor (Melrose) consistently created opportunities with welltimed through balls, allowing Olsen and Shelton to pressure the opposing defense. As the team continues to build chemistry and refine their strategies, there’s optimism for stronger performances in the latter half of the season. With determination and hard work, the Northeast Metro Tech Girls Varsity team is poised to turn this rebuilding season into a foundation for future success. SPORT | SEE Page 14 ׉ 7cassandra://KtQg98PrmtQQivMMNY_iqgyVQIdvYVEEgO7IdMLobAA+P`̰f6RBf8f6RBf7 PבCט(u׉׉ 7cassandra://pNLvhK9IvwDwQxQKzwC5dFZ7YpcRUxpeHnSqrYyWFfw=W`)׉ 7cassandra://X6G9Qp88c9mtovf2p04CHK1evL4_20w4lPI3RBpODOE͊`J׉ 7cassandra://GHn375P_VPAXo6igvPahSGdh_rP3q-YVA2xeIzRjWF0(<`̰f6RBfwט((u׉׉ 7cassandra://k3r6LPZIWcm3vLPX-rduYLzSqnjacdlNaaQL28FOBsM`)׉ 7cassandra://0kDopJkZ8X_R0iCqWhEVtu8FolDoG5WUuEFAN1bQeN8͞`J׉ 7cassandra://VzKiXI7qg0YjDfx8enrZsgWJy4Ez1J6olARtiWJjF0Q3`̰f6RBfxנf6RBfz9ׁHmailto:Info@advocatenews.netׁ ׁ Ј׉EPage 14 THE REVERE ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, OCTObER 4, 2024 Revere High School Patriots Fall Sports Roundup By Dom Nicastro Revere boys crosscountry team tops English Revere picked up a Greater Boston League win against Lynn English. Youness Chahid came in first with a time of 16:55. Steven Espinal came in fourth with a time of 22:28. Noah Shanley came in fifth with a time of 25:59. Revere/Malden golf team picks up a point Revere/Malden fell, 38.535.5, to Salem. Captain Bo Bogan of Malden controlled play and won his match in the No. 5 spot, 6-3; he had a notable par on a difficult par 3 2nd hole at Salem Greens. Sophomore Joe Hatch of Malden had superb long putting that helped him secure his win, 6-3. He managed two putts on two occasions outside 40 feet. Notably, Joshua Mini of Malden won his match, 5.5-3.5, in the No. 7 spot. Revere/Malden tied Lynn English, 36-36, at Gannon. Revere’s Jonathan Wells won his match at No. 2, 5-4. Malden’s Chris MacDonald won his match, 6-3, at No. 1. Bogan got moved up to the No. 4 position, coming up just short on his match, 5-4, but battled to keep it close and secure the tie. Malden’s Ryan McMahon played No. 8 and tied his match. Mini won his match at No. 7, 6-3. The rematch is at Mount Hood on Friday. Revere/Malden’s record is 3-4-1 overall, 3-2-1 in the GBL. Revere girls crosscountry team bests English The Revere girls cross-counTV | FROM Page 14 Opponent (Division) Lynn Tech Kipp Whittier Greater Lawrence Tech Nashoba Valley Northeast Metro Tech standings in the Commonwealth Athletic Conference Score Goalkeepers Goal scorers Greater Lawrence Tech Minuteman 2-4 L Liana-Rose Neville (2) & Erica Rodrigues (2) Mia Crones (1), Callie Olson (1) 1-3 L Erica Rodrigues (3) Mia Crones (1) 3-2 W Ariel Jobson (2) (freshman, first varsity game) Mia Crone (2), Callie Olsen (1) 3-0 W Ariel Jobson (0) 0-6 L Ariel Jobson (6) 0-2 L Ariel Jobson, (2) 2-4 L Ariel Jobson (4) Callie Olsen (2), Stella DeOlivero (1) Callie Olsen (1), Grace Shelton (1) Lady Pats volleyball player Leah Doucette called out for support during a recent match against Everett. try team beat Lynn English, taking five of the six top finishes in the race, with every girl running strong from the start of the race through the finish. Raina Hamdani took a competitive step forward and finished second for the team, and third overall. Oliva Rupp once again finished first, her third time doing so this season. “It is clear she came into this season looking to be stronger than ever,” Revere coach Katie Sinnott said of Rupp. Daniella Santana Baez continues to be a strong team leader and is running the best she has since she joined crosscountry. “We are a small team, but we are strong and supportive,” Sinnott said. “We look to continue our success next Wednesday when we face Everett.” Overall results: Revere 19, Lynn English 36 (low score wins). Individual results: Olivia Rupp, first overall, 20:47; Rania Hamdani, third overall, 22:51; Valeria Quintero, fourth overall, 22:51; Daniella Santana Baez, fifth overall, 23:39; Emma DeCrosta, sixth overall, 24:28. Revere girls soccer team earns a couple of wins Revere beat Chelsea, 5-1. Emily Torres got her first goal of the season. Nataly Esquivel Oliva had the first hat trick of her career. Erika Mejia had her sixth goal of the season. Chelsea scored on senior netminder Nisrin Sekkat off of a penalty kick. “This was a great job defensively,” Revere coach Ariana Rivera said. “Two seniors have consistently been leading our defense, Kritanjely Ruiz and Kaylin Oliva Folgar.” Revere blanked Malden, 2-0. Both goals were scored by sisters Nataly and Fatima Esquivel Oliva. Fatima’s goal was off a corner kick from Erika Mejia. Nataly’s goal was assisted by midfielder Sandra Torres. It was the second shutout of the season from Sekkat. “We did a solid job defensively to hold Malden to no goals on a rainy game day,” Rivera said. CROSS-COUNTRY: Shown from left to right: senior Youness Chahid, Head Coach Mike Flynn and senior Steven Espinal during a recent meet against Lynn Classical High School at Belle Isle Marsh Reservation. Revere field hockey team drops a pair The Revere field hockey team lost to Everett, 0-5. “Though the team’s stick skills looked great on the field, we were unable to capitalize on our offensive corners to score against Everett,” Revere coach Alex Butler said. “Jordan Martelli and Ava Morris did a great job on defense, breaking up plays in the middle of the field.” The Patriots fell to Lowell, 5-1. Gemma Stamatopolous scored in the second half, after receiving the ball from Danni Randall and Ana Kalliavas in what was a beautifully executed offensive play. Sonia Haily had excellent clears out from goal, and Kyle Lanes did an incredible job hustling as a midfielder, according to Butler. Revere boys soccer team remains unbeaten Revere beat Malden, 3-1, and Somerville, 4-1. Against Malden, Angel Ortez scored twice. One came on an assist from Santiago Velez, the other, from Patrick Valentim, who also scored on an assist from Brayan Medina. Against Somerville, Jeremy Romero scored twice, one unassisted and the other on a feed from Besmir Collaku. Santiago Velez scored on a pass from Ortez, and Francisco Navarette scored unassisted. For Advertising with Results, call The Advocate Newspapers at 781-286-8500 or Info@advocatenews.net ׉ 7cassandra://GHn375P_VPAXo6igvPahSGdh_rP3q-YVA2xeIzRjWF0(<`̰f6RBf9׉ETHE REVERE ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, OCTObER 4, 2024 Page 15 Football Pats Fall Short in Loss to Medford, 17-14 Pats’ Yousef Benhamou in the back field has his eyes on the ball carrier for Medford. Revere’s Anthony Peterson keeps a sharp eye on the Medford quarterback. Yousef Benhamou and Darian Martinez take down the Medford ball carrier. Quarterback Danny Hou is tackled by a Mustang defender. Pats’ quarterback Danny Hou attempts a pass on Friday night. Yousef Benhamou on the carry for the Patriot’s. Reda Atoui scored a touchdown for Revere with three minutes to go in the fourth quarter, tying up the game 14-14. Revere’s Gabe Paretsis with the ball. Revere quarterback Danny Hou awaits the snap during Wednesday’s game with Med ford at Harry Della Russo Stadium. RHS Head Co a c h Lou - is Cicatelli and quarterback Danny Hou take a moment on the sideline. Joel Vasquez celebrates after the Revere defensive line held the Mustangs from any gain on the play. Anthony Peterson of Revere takes down the ball carrier for the Mustangs. ׉ 7cassandra://VzKiXI7qg0YjDfx8enrZsgWJy4Ez1J6olARtiWJjF0Q3`̰f6RBf:f6RBf9 PבCט(u׉׉ 7cassandra://ez5k92QRH0DQx9sOPgoH7NlqASla7H1XxDoZuSS26IIP`)׉ 7cassandra://Mp7PxePoDDhPM15xp9cEM-EhNY1hhcqyc5CsWD0xgcQx`J׉ 7cassandra://75hOcBaF8kfCXiT5przASc80_od0AD1iEVnnQXxZnk4%[`̰f6RBf{ט((u׉׉ 7cassandra://tp51qTe_oYcl52Hra5BskHw40ztyhCsCy5NOkC01ceU `)׉ 7cassandra://_uRWhDdkhAO_n9AkKBhgxA0zII8_kO7O-OVxB9eYxwg͔G`J׉ 7cassandra://9f9bTHZtHW9E-3uHCT3MjZ65LDC2hahTTeCwJRJwBaA)*`̰f6RBf|נf6RBfY9ׁHmailto:Info@advocatenews.netׁ ׁ Јנf6RBfSe̬9ׁHhttp://www.dana-farber.org/.ׁ ׁ Јנf6RBf~e&9ׁHhttps://link.edgepilot.com/ׁ ׁ Ј׉E Page 16 THE REVERE ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, OCTObER 4, 2024 BBB Scam Alert: That’s not your boss texting Y ou might be used to getting text messages and emails from your boss, which is why a recent texting scam is so effective. Scammers find out where you work and pose as the CEO or other executive. Be on guard and don’t share money or information – be it your own or your company’s. How the scam works: You receive a text from a number you don’t recognize, claiming to be from your boss. The sender knows your name, where you work and your boss’s name. It seems so real! The text message might read something like this: “Hi Chris, I’m tied up in a conference call right now but let me know if you get this text. Thanks, [your boss’ name].” In a recent Better Business Bureau (BBB) Scam Tracker report, a consumer shared this experience, “Text message posing as my boss, stuck in a meeting. Wanted me to get giftcards. Also texted people I know, posing as my boss as if they were texting me.” If you reply that you received the text, you’ll be asked to do a quick task. This could be purchasing gift cards for a client or wiring funds to another business. In some cases, the scammer might ask you to send personal information to someone, often giving you a plausible reason to carry out the request. In another BBB Scam Tracker report, a victim reported losing over $1,000 in a gift card scam. “The scammer contacted me impersonating my boss telling me he needed an urgent task completed. He told me it needed to be a secret because he wanted to surprise employees for a good job last month with gift cards. He asked me to go to the nearest store and get 5 gift cards [–] he asked for apple and eBay cards but they did not have that so he told me to get 5 vanilla visa gift cards and load $200 on each card. He said I would get reimbursed before the end of the day. I bought the cards using my personal money and was asked to send pictures of the receipt. I did that and then he asked me to send the front and back of the cards and I for some reason did that too. I only realized after contacting my boss that this was a scam. I was able to contact vanilla and put a hold on the cards before any funds were used. However, now the funds are frozen and in a gift card and I don’t have access to the money for a possibly unknown amount of time. The scammer played to my need to be a good employee and it worked.” No matter how believable the reason sounds, always double-check before taking any action. Once you send the money, gift cards or information, it will be in the hands of a con artist. How to protect yourself from impostor scams · Don’t trust unsolicited messages from unfamiliar numBBB | SEE Page 21 ׉ 7cassandra://75hOcBaF8kfCXiT5przASc80_od0AD1iEVnnQXxZnk4%[`̰f6RBf;׉ETHE REVERE ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, OCTObER 4, 2024 Page 17 OBITUARIES Patricia “Patty” DeRosa I t is with profound sadness that we announce the passtery In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, Division of Development & The Jimmy Fund, P.O. Box 849168, Boston, MA 02284-9168 or at https://link.edgepilot.com/ s/1681bd33/x7RFrbhJF0G ZYE48xZBb4A?u=http:// www.dana-farber.org/. Gloria DiPietro O f Revere. Passed away peacefully on Friday, September 27, 2024 at the age of 92. She was the beloved wife of Philip DiPietro and a detouched countless lives with her warmth, kindness, and unwavering faith. She was a beacon of light, illuminating the way for many with her steadfast love for the Lord and dedication to spreading His Word. NON MASSACHUSETTS REAL ESTATE O For decades, Teresa served ing of Patricia “Patty” Jane DeRosa (DiLiegro) who left this world on September 27, 2024. Born in Chelsea on February 23, 1953 to Cosmo DiLiegro and the late Jane (Swicegood), Patty was a lifelong Revere resident. She loved nothing more than baking for family and friends and travel. Her love of travel brought her to Disney World a countless number of times in addition to cruises and European vacations that she enjoyed with friends and family. Another of her beloved pastimes was shopping. She did it well no matter where she was on the globe, which was reflected in her impeccable fashion sense. Patty’s family was her world, and she was theirs. She is survived by her beloved husband of 51 years Kenneth DeRosa of Revere. From meeting in a grocery store as teenagers through to retirement, their bond was a testament to genuine love that stood the test of time. Together, they raised two loving children, Jennifer Lee and her husband Shaun of Lexington, and Michael DeRosa and his wife Stefanie of Merrimac. Patty was “Mema” to Ellie DeRosa, Connor Lee, Marlo DeRosa, and Katie Lee. She was the dear sister of John DiLiegro and his wife Patricia of Revere, and Michael DiLiegro and his wife Lenore of West Peabody. She is also survived by many loving nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends. A Visitation will be held at the Paul Buonfiglio & Sons Funeral Home, Revere on Tuesday, October 1,. The Funeral took place on Wednesday at the funeral home followed by a Funeral Mass at St. Mary of the Assumption Parish in Revere. Internment at Woodlawn Cemevoted mother to her son, Philip DiPietro, and her daughter, Donna Gregorio, wife of Stephen Gregorio. She was a cherished grandmother to Rachel Warshawsky (and her husband Jake), Jennifer Gregorio, Amanda Gregorio, Phil DiPietro, and Emily DiPietro and a proud great-grandmother to Benjamin Warshawsky. She is pre-deceased by her siblings: Annie Samson, Eleanor Carmilia, Marie Calef, Andrew Carbone, Richie Carbone and Mike Carbone. Born in Lynn, MA, Gloria worked for many years at Northshore News and later served as the Director of the Fuel Assistance Program at CAPIC, where she dedicated herself to helping those in need. Above all, Gloria’s greatest joy was her family, and she will be remembered for her deep love and devotion to them. Gloria will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved her. A funeral Service was held for Gloria on Thursday, October 3, at Paul Buonfiglio & Sons Funeral Home, Revere. A Funeral Mass followed at Immaculate conception Church Revere. Interment at Woodlawn Cemetery. Teresa Lynch W ith great sorrow and deep respect, we honor the life of Teresa Ann Lynch, affectionately known as Terry. Born in Boston, MA, on November 7, 1937, she passed away peacefully on September 26, 2024. Teresa was a remarkable woman who the Boston community with commitment and integrity through her work at Boston City Hall. Her role in auditing earned her great respect for her meticulous attention to detail and dedication. However, it was her life outside of her profession that truly defined her. Teresa’s heart was a sanctuary of love for her family and faith. She found immense joy in playing the piano, often filling her home with the sound of worship music. A devoted elder of Reaching Higher Church and Gospel Redemption Church, her Bible study groups reflected her deep and abiding faith. “And now these three remain: faith, hope, and love. But the greatest of these is love” (1 Corinthians 13:13), a verse that Teresa lived by and one that perfectly encapsulates her essence. Teresa was the beloved wife of the late Edward C. Lynch. She is survived by her cherished children, Juliann and Shawn Lynch; her late sister Romain and her husband Vincent J. Bavaro; her late brother Michael DiPaolo and his wife Jane; her sister-in-law Brenda; and her late nephew John Lynch. She is also survived by her beloved nieces and nephews: Madeline Lynch,Regina and the late James Tello, Michael and Joann DiPaolo, Peter DiPaolo, Renae and Kerrie Coleman, Christopher and Shanon DiPaolo, Dominique and Marie DiPaolo, as well as her adored great-nieces and great-nephews: Ava and Christian Coleman, Meghan, Julian, Jaxson, Luca, Makayla and Benjamin DiPaolo, James Tello and Ava Tello. She was preceded in death by her loving parents, Louis and Anna DiPaolo. A graveside service for Tersea was held on Tuesday, October 1, 2024, at Holy Cross Cemetery located in Malden. ur state legislature, on September 19, 2024, amended Mass General Laws, Chapter 65C, Section 2A, thereby clearly excluding non-Massachusetts real estate from the gross taxable estate for purposes of preparing a Massachusetts estate tax return for a Massachusetts resident. Up until this point in time, many practitioners were uncertain as to whether or not the value of the non-Massachusetts real estate should be included as part of the gross estate on a Massachusetts estate tax return while at the same time reducing the value entirely by an offsetting deduction by including a memorandum stating that none of the value of such real estate should be included as part of the gross estate. This is consistent with the Massachusetts Supreme Judicial Court case Dassori v. Commissioner of Revenue, wherein the court ruled that real estate outside of Massachusetts cannot be subject to the Massachusetts estate tax on the grounds that this would simply be unconstitutional. Some practitioners were excluding the value of the non-Massachusetts real estate from the Massachusetts estate tax return altogether. Others were including the full value of the nonMassachusetts real estate on the Massachusetts estate tax return and then backing out the estate tax attributable to the non-Massachusetts real estate. They followed the instructions issued by the Mass Department of Revenue which would put taxpayers in a position where the non-Massachusetts real estate had to be included as part of the gross estate thereby, in many cases, bringing the value of the gross taxable estate over $2million, requiring the filing of a Massachusetts estate tax return. Massachusetts, as of January 1, 2023, increased the estate tax exemption to $2million. Only estates valued over $2million now need to file an estate tax return. As an example, if you are a Masachusetts resident with stocks, bonds and real estate located in Massachusetts with a total value of $1,900,000, and you also have real estate in New Hampshire with a value of $1million, for a total gross estate of $2.9million, a Massachusetts estate tax return will not have to be filed upon your death as the New Hampshire real estate is simply not subject to the Massachusetts estate tax. This is welcomed news to all Massachusetts residents with nonMassachusetts real estate. We finally have the clarity that we all were looking for. Joseph D. Cataldo is an Estate Planning/Elder Law Attorney, Certified Public Accountant, Certified Financial Planner, AICPA Personal Financial Specialist and holds a Master’s Degree in Taxation. For Advertising with Results, call The Advocate Newspapers at 781-286-8500 or Info@advocatenews.net ׉ 7cassandra://9f9bTHZtHW9E-3uHCT3MjZ65LDC2hahTTeCwJRJwBaA)*`̰f6RBf<f6RBf; PבCט(u׉׉ 7cassandra://uLtz-Tjk9XCIhpllwQI1gMtlhq8SPyanx7Ep-HwAqDg `)׉ 7cassandra://01bNUxejYBRCzjhPTfJWzwl-mTYxjlKugbNVd5ocaDE͖`J׉ 7cassandra://l7_aqY2Dke6juXgBcp0GocQ2Oqpb1IY5zeBMNvcNGYk%`̰f6RBfט((u׉׉ 7cassandra://VYEeoebfrmY9R2ny-_ioJIvgdBgIvWUt43LlXhenqMM`)׉ 7cassandra://PKkkRzbrXWiexcwZnQFkilxf0CLb_YY07i_IgTRu0Dk͔m`J׉ 7cassandra://qT8vKUmMPmB4yz6eQ88xsXFMatw7IZ7PDoKNg7ZYZlA(`̰f6RBfנf6RBḟ9ׁHhttp://SavvySenior.orgׁ ׁ Јנf6RBf 1̠9ׁHhttp://index.htׁ ׁ Јנf6RBf In9ׁHhttp://CDC.gov/vaccines/vpd/ׁ ׁ Јנf6RBfX? 9ׁHhttp://call.comׁ ׁ Ј׉E$Page 18 THE REVERE ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, OCTObER 4, 2024 debt liabilities. The Rainy Day Fund currently has a historic balance of $8.2 billion. Supporters said the bill By Bob Katzen If you have any questions about this week’s report, e-mail us at bob@beaconhillrollcall.com or call us at (617) 720-1562 GET A FREE SUBSCRIPTION TO MASSTERLIST – Join more than 22,000 people, from movers and shakers to political junkies and interested citizens, who start their weekday morning with MASSterList—the popular newsletter that chronicles news and informed analysis about what’s going on up on Beacon Hill, in Massachusetts politics, policy, media and 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://massterlist.com/subscribe/ THE HOUSE AND SENATE: There were no roll calls in the House and Senate last week. This week, Beacon Hill Roll Call reports on the number of times each representative sided with Gov. Maura Healey on her 20 vetoes of state budget items in the 2024 legislative session. A two-thirds vote is required to override a gubernatorial veto. In a full 160-member House, the governor needs the support of 54 representatives to sustain a veto when all 160 representatives vote— and fewer votes when some members are absent or a seat is vacant. Healey fell far short of that goal as 25 votes was the most support she received on any veto. The House easily overrode all 20 vetoes. No Democrats voted with Healey to sustain any vetoes. All 133 voted to override all the vetoes. Of the 25 Republican members, only two voted with Healey 100 percent of the time to sustain the vetoes: Reps. Nick Boldyga (R-Southwick) and Marc Lombardo (RBillerica). The two GOP members who supported Healey the least number of times were Reps. David Vieira (R-Falmouth) and Kelly Pease (R-Westfield) who each voted with Healey only six times (30 percent of the time). NUMBER OF TIMES REPRESENTATIVES SUPPORTED GOV. HEALEY’S VETOES IN THE 2024 SESSION Here is how your representative fared in his or her support of Gov. Healey on the vetoes. The percentage next to the representative’s name represents the percentage of times that he or she supported Healey. The number in parentheses represents the actual number of times the representative supported Healey. Rep. Jessica Giannino 0 percent (0) Rep. Jeff Turco 0 percent (0) ALSO UP ON BEACON HILL USE INTEREST FROM STATE’S “RAIN DAY FUND” TO LEVERAGE FEDERAL FUNDS (S 2954) - Gov. Maura Healey signed into law legislation that would leverage the interest from the state’s Rainy Day Fund to better compete for federal dollars, to ensure the state receives the maximum possible share of federal funds and to pay down the state’s long term would require the state comptroller to transfer interest from the Rainy Day Fund to the Commonwealth Federal Matching and Debt Reduction Fund on a quarterly basis if the Rainy Day balance contains a healthy amount of money. The Secretary of Administration and Finance would then pursue federal funds for infrastructure, resiliency and economic development. “From day one of our administration, we’ve been committed to competing aggressively to win more federal investments in Massachusetts,” said Gov. Healey. “We know that every federal dollar we pull in is vital to repairing our bridges and roads, improving transportation infrastructure in all parts of the state, leading the clean energy revolution, and supporting our workforce at every step. With this legislation, we will be able to provide unprecedented tools for our communities to seek the federal support they need.” “We are constantly competing with 49 other states for our share of limited federal dollars,” said Rep. Matt Muratore (R-Plymouth). “Leveraging the interest on our Rainy Day Fund will give us a significant advantage by better positioning Massachusetts to successfully secure much-needed federal dollars that will help pay for a wide range of infrastructure projects.” “This legislation puts Massachusetts in a position to take full advantage of federal grant opportunities to ensure we don’t leave a single dollar on the table,” said Sen. John Cronin (D-Fitchburg). “This bill will help our commonwealth partner with the federal government to meet our challenges and build for the future.” “Remaining competitive, equitable and affordable as a commonwealth means thinking creatively about our state’s finances and seizing opportunities,” said Senate President Karen Spilka (D-Ashland). “We have been fiscally prudent in building up the largest rainy day fund in Massachusetts’ history, and with the governor’s signature, our communities will now be able to leverage our robust interest earnings to compete for federal dollars to fund transformative projects. FOSTER HOMES AND DOGS (H 4911) – The Senate approved a House-approved bill that prohibits the Department of Children and Families (DCF) from prohibiting placement of a child in a foster home solely based on the presence of any specific breed of dog in the home. The bill also updates animal cruelty and abuse reporting regulation for human services employees or contractors. Supporters said that currently, DCF is allowed to prohibit placement of a child in a home with German Shepherds, Pit Bulls and Rottweilers. “This legislation will open the door for seemingly countless additional families to potentially become foster families addressing the great need for emergency, short-term and permanent supportive housing for the commonwealth’s children,” said sponsor Rep. Jack Lewis (D-Framingham). “From my work as the co-chair of the bipartisan Protecting Animal Welfare Caucus and my own personal experience of becoming a pre-adoptive foster parent, I know the power of this legislation.” The bill needs final approval in the House and Senate before it goes to Gov. Healey for her signature. $12.4 MILLION FOR ROAD SAFETY – The Healey administration announced it has awarded some $12.4 million in federal traffic safety funds for programs to promote safer roads in across the state. “These programs, taken together, represent a holistic approach to addressing road safety concerns,” said Lt. Gov. Kim Driscoll. “No one agency or approach can resolve these issues, but the combination of prevention, enforcement, education and outreach initiatives funded through these grants will ensure safer roads for all in Massachusetts.” “The initiatives funded through these grant programs will ensure that drivers in communities across the state are better informed and safer behind the wheel,” said Public Safety and Security Secretary Terrence Reidy. “These grants promote strong partnerships between nonprofits, community members and public safety officials. Those relationships are key to our public safety strategy.” $5 MILLION FOR FIREFIGHTER SAFETY GRANTS – The Healey administration announced that $5 million in grant are available to support the purchase of firefighter turnout gear, fire suppression equipment, and other related items by local cities and towns. “Modern firefighters do much more than fight fires,” said State Fire Marshal Jon Davine. “They perform technical rescues, mitigate the release of hazardous materials and treat traumatic injuries. Many of their day-to-day activities expose them to carcinogens and other health hazards. These grants give local fire departments the flexibility to purchase the safety equipment that will best serve their needs, from small rural towns to large urban areas. It’s an investment in the safety of our firefighters and all our communities.” QUOTABLE QUOTES “I was a little bit outraged by the fact that her opponent declared himself the winner when he knew there were ballots that had to be counted.” ---House Speaker Ron Mariano (D-Quincy) commenting on a statement on primary election night on September 3 by challenger Evan MacKay declaring a 40-vote victory over incumbent Rep. Marjorie Decker (D-Cambridge). After all the ballots were counted, Decker in fact was declared the winner. “We’re outlining and preparing our final draft framework with an internal working team. We are targeting before the end of the year for the public presentation. Then we’ll engage in the promulgation process and continue ongoing outreach.” ---Acting Cannabis Control Commission Chair Bruce Stebbins announcing the progress the commission has made in establishing the rules that will govern creation of cannabis cafes where adults could use marijuana together in a social setting. “Johnny Appleseed may be one of the most enigmatic figures in American history. People near and far from his Leominster birthplace, know of his journey. Those treks not only included planting apple seedlings for pioneers but also the spreading of his religious beliefs and minimalist lifestyle. One of America’s most unusual characters, Johnny Appleseed’s legacy speaks to BEACON | SEE Page 19 ׉ 7cassandra://l7_aqY2Dke6juXgBcp0GocQ2Oqpb1IY5zeBMNvcNGYk%`̰f6RBf=׉ETHE REVERE ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, OCTObER 4, 2024 Page 19 Arts Collaborative of Wakefield presents Elements: Earth, Water, Air, Fire By Joy Schilling C onsisting of five components, this collaborative event spans a month. It includes an Art Exhibit centered around the Elements theme, a joint exhibit showcasing paired creations by local writers and artists, the 5x7 Small Works Fundraiser where all earnings benefit PAWS of Wakefield, a Pop Up Shop where artists sell their pieces and a display of artwork by Wakefield High School (WHS) Visual Arts students. Every artist is free to interpret the theme “Elements” in a distinctive manner, enabling them to convey their personal viewpoints, emotions and experiences through visual art. Historically, it was thought that everything consisted of four elements: earth, water, air and fire. The showcase includes a diverse range of artistic forms, such as paintings, batik, ceramics, photography, fibers and stained glass. A collaborative exhibit by Arts Collaborative of Wakefield (ACW) and Room to Write merges writing and art. The concept involves authors submitting pieces on the Elements theme, which artists then use as inspiration for their artwork. This process is a playful variation of the previous partnership in April 2024, where writers’ works preceded the creation of art pieces. The exhibit features 10 showcased collaborations. Artists participating in the 5x7 Small Works Fundraiser are expected to create and donate artworks that will be sold for $10.00 each, with all proceeds benefiting Protection of Animals in Wakefield Society, Inc. (PAWS). This presents a wonderful opportunity to purARTS | SEE Page 20 Savvy Senior Wakefield High School artists: Fairy Houses by Juliet Bonner, Daisy Cassesso, Michael Fratto, Ava Gagnon Bella Souza and Addie Ursitti. (Courtesy photo) BEACON | FROM Page 18 us today as a gentle reminder of slowing down, consuming only what is necessary, and remaining steadfast in one’s personal beliefs despite popular opinion.” ---Mark Bodanza, historian and author of “Johnny Appleseed – the Man Behind the Folklore,” on commemorating the 250th birthday of John Chapman, known as Johnny Appleseed, who was born in the city of Leominster on September 26, 1774. “Our shared history and traditions should be on full display here at the State House, where we are celebrating the strength and culture of our Hispanic and Latino community in Massachusetts. These pieces will enrich the experience of thousands of visitors who come to the State House to see our shared roots on display.” ---Gov. Maura Healey hosting a celebration for Hispanic Heritage Month, at which she unveiled a temporary art installment by Hispanic and Latino artists living in Massachusetts. 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 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 Sept.2327, the House met for a total of 16 minutes and the Senate met for a total of 20 minutes. Mon. Sept. 23 House 11:01 a.m. to 11:10 a.m. Senate 11:26 a.m. to 11:32 a.m. Tues. Sept. 24 No House session No Senate session Wed. Sept. 25 No House session No Senate session Thurs. Sept 26 House 11:01 a.m. to 11:08 a.m. Senate 11:20 a.m. to 11:34 a.m. Fri. Sept. 27 No House session No Senate session Bob Katzen welcomes feedback at bob@beaconhillrollcall.com Bob founded Beacon Hill Roll Call in 1975 and was inducted into the New England Newspaper and Press Association (NENPA) Hall of Fame in 2019. If You’re 65 or Older, It’s Time to Get Your Pneumonia Shot Dear Savvy Senior, I recently turned 65 and would like to know if am supposed to get the pneumonia vaccine? And if so, which type of vaccine do I need and is it covered by Medicare? Relatively Healthy Dear Relatively, Yes, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) does indeed recommend the “pneumococcal vaccines” for pneumonia for adults age 65 and older. They’re also recommended for younger people with long-term health issues or weak immune systems, as well as children under 5 and people who smoke. Pneumonia, which can happen anytime – not just during the cold months – can be a serious and even life-threatening condition. Each year, pneumonia causes a whopping 1.5 million people to visit medical emergency departments in the U.S. and causes roughly 50,000 deaths. A recent study found that the use of pneumonia vaccines is associated with a 24 percent decreased risk of death, but vaccination rates aren’t that high. Around 67 percent of adults over the age of 65 are vaccinated against pneumonia, and just 24 percent of younger people (19-64 years old) at risk for pneumonia are vaccinated. The main reasons for this are because many people are unsure whether they need the vaccine, while others aren’t even aware a vaccine exists. Types of Vaccines There are three different vaccines available, some more appropriate for certain people than others. They are the pneumococcal polysaccharide vaccine PPSV23 (Pneumovax23), the pneumococcal conjugate vaccine PCV15 (Vaxneuvance) and PCV20 (Prevnar 20). The numbers indicate how many strains, or serotypes, of streptococcus pneumoniae are included in the vaccine. So, which vaccine should you get? If you’ve never been vaccinated for pneumonia, the newer PCV20 is the top choice – it covers the 20 most common serotypes now. If that vaccine is not available in your area, you can get the PCV15 vaccine, followed one year later by PPSV23. If you had the earlier PCV13 (but not PCV15), or the PPSV23 at or after age 65, you’re likely eligible to get the PCV20 for increased protection. But because of the different possibilities, you need to talk to your doctor or pharmacist about the most effective option for you. Side effects of these vaccines tend to be mild, but may include feeling achy and tired as well as redness, swelling and soreness where the injection was given. You’ll also be happy to know that Medicare Part B covers both single dose and two-dose pneumococcal shots, and you only need to get it once. Unlike the flu shot, which is given annually. Most local pharmacies and community health clinics offer pneumococcal vaccines, but you may want to call ahead just to be sure. For more information, visit the CDC’s Pneumococcal Vaccination webpage at CDC.gov/vaccines/vpd/ pneumo/index.html. Other Vaccines To avoid getting pneumonia as a consequence of a viral infection, you should also consider getting a flu shot, RSV shot and a Covid-19 booster in the fall. While vaccines cannot prevent every case of pneumonia (or other conditions they’re given for), those who get them usually have milder infections, a shorter course of illness and fewer serious complications than people who don’t get vaccinated. The flu shot and Covid booster are both covered by Medicare Part B, while the RSV vaccine (which is recommended every other year) is covered under Medicare (Part D) prescription drug plans. All three shots can also be given simultaneously. 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. ׉ 7cassandra://qT8vKUmMPmB4yz6eQ88xsXFMatw7IZ7PDoKNg7ZYZlA(`̰f6RBf>f6RBf= PבCט(u׉׉ 7cassandra://Q_Z_83vlWXBMn4vHAiv8d8u34tgmIvGVzNvyRXiuQiQU`)׉ 7cassandra://shlagAuIuSuBZCkSVx4PpSCP6uKGtARad35kep02mm4͢`J׉ 7cassandra://bk6GAicw7T04RVI4H1FBI3rvzvmPnCzCwCrTv-eNzGI-`̰f6RBfט((u׉׉ 7cassandra://K8jRrHAjJ9axZgg3O-IM90B57ZAQyGQ8eT_jU9gfD3Y`)׉ 7cassandra://OIOiBSR6Q0f0gpbTHgwKy6iGuzbWebTsjKpi5Nr8P8c͢l`J׉ 7cassandra://UQPjvIjyBDpe_nnCfY4tvNGttf29fLyR3iu0ogDa4Jc0`̰f6RBfנf6RBfi(9ׁHmailto:susanjmacneil@yahoo.comׁ ׁ Јנf6RBfӁF9ׁHhttp://BBB.org/ׁ ׁ Јנf6RBf&̟9ׁHhttps://www.bbb.org/ׁ ׁ Јנf6RBfX9ׁHhttp://bbb.org/all/spotׁ ׁ Јנf6RBf̚9ׁHhttp://Advocate.news.maׁ ׁ Јנf6RBf{9ׁHhttp://Facebook.com/ׁ ׁ Ј׉EPage 20 $$ I PAY CASH $$ THE REVERE ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, OCTObER 4, 2024 ARTS | FROM Page 19 for World War II military items. Top prices paid for helmets, swords, daggers, uniforms, etc. Call 617-719-1698 chase one-of-a-kind art pieces while contributing to a worthy cause. Any contributions from individuals interested in participating are welcome, with the requirement that the donated pieces be small in size, measuring 5 x 7 inches. ACW artists Marcy Sumner and Tanya Green will be the vendors at the Pop Up Shop on opening night, showcasing a diverse range of fiber art and photography available for viewing and purchase. The Pop Up Shop highlights artists who display and sell their creations for a single evening. Each of the nine showings in 1. On October 4 what founder of the Franciscan Order is celebrated? 2. What did the original “HOLLYWOOD” sign originally read (it had 13 letters)? 3. What party toy that can be a sculpture is a 2024 National Toy Hall of Fame finalist? 4. Where would you find an entertainment venue called Sphere? 5. On Oct. 5, 1970, what educational TV broadcaster debuted that aired “Sesame Street”? 6. How are pawn, knight and queen similar? 7. Which time zone is Hawaii in? 8. On Oct. 6, 1993, what professional basketball player retired, saying, “I don’t have anything else to prove”? 9. How are Carlsbad, Mammoth and Mark Twain similar? 10. What is Boston’s oldest building? Answers 11. On Oct. 7, 1849, what author of “The Black Cat” and “The Tell-Tale Heart” died? 12. What has been under flags that included Spain’s, France’s, Mexico’s, USA’s and Confederate States’? 13. How are index, pinky and fore similar? 14. What tomato received Protected Designation of Origin status from Italy? 15. On Oct. 8, 1871, the Great Chicago Fire started; reportedly, it began where? 16. What traffic-calming means in France is called a donkey’s back (dos-d’âne)? 17. October 9 is Leif Erikson Day; in 1925, what U.S. president credited him with discovering America? 18. Was crab Rangoon invented in Rangoon, Burma? 19. What ants have wings? 20. On Oct. 10, 1935, “Porgy and Bess” opened on Broadway; it debuted at the Colonial Theatre in what city? - LEGAL NOTICE - COMMONWEALTH OF MASSACHUSETTS THE TRIAL COURT PROBATE AND FAMILY COURT Suffolk Division Docket No. SU24P1921EA Estate of: IRENE BARBANTI-TAYLOR Also Known As: IRENE BARBANTI TAYLOR Date of Death: JUNE 14, 2024 INFORMAL PROBATE PUBLICATION NOTICE To all persons interested in the above captioned estate, by Petition of Petitioner Judith Rita of Medford, MA a Will has been admitted to informal probate. Judith Rita of Medford, MA has been informally appointed as the Personal Representative of the estate to serve without surety on the bond. The estate is being administered under informal procedure by the Personal Representative under the Massachusetts Uniform Probate Code without supervision by the Court. Inventory and accounts are not required to be filed with the Court, but interested parties are entitled to notice regarding the administration from the Personal Representative and can petition the Court in any matter relating to the estate, including distribution of assets and expenses of administration. Interested parties are entitled to petition the Court to institute formal proceedings and to obtain orders terminating or restricting the powers of Personal Representatives appointed under informal procedure. A copy of the Petition and Will, if any, can be obtained from the Petitioner. October 4, 2024 Arts Collaborative of Wakefield Member Josh Polster’s four ceramic fountains (Courtesy photo) October will feature different artists. The debut exhibition of the new school year for WHS Visual Arts showcases a wonderful array of pieces, reflecting the art department’s ongoing partnership with the ACW at the Albion Cultural Exchange. Visitors are impressed by the quality of teaching, resources and supplies available. Witnessing the talent and innovation of these young artists is truly captivating. Don’t miss out on the opportunity to witness this showcase of talent at the Albion Cultural Exchange, located at 9 Albion Street, Wakefield, Mass. The event will take place on Fridays, October 4, 11, 18 and 25, from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., as well as on Saturdays, October 5, 12, 19 and 26, from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Additionally, we will be open on Thursday, October 24, from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., coinciding with the WHS Visual Arts Pumpkins on the Plaza event. This art exhibition is made possible thanks to the generous support of The Savings Bank. 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 Barrientos, Evelyn Z Sreebhashyam, Sreelipi REAL ESTATE TRANSACTIONS SELLER1 BUYER2 Garcia, Leidy B Wu, Chieh Harmony Haven Prop LLC SELLER2 Kirschner, Kathia ADDRESS 56 Jones Rd DATE PRICE 09.05.24 284 Endicott Ave #3 09.05.24 730000 355000 Revere 1. St. Francis of Assisi 2. Hollywoodland 3. Balloon 4. Las Vegas 5. PBS 6. They are chess pieces. 7. Hawaiian-Aleutian 8. Michael Jordan (But he came back in 1995.) 9. They are names of caves (in New Mexico, Utah and Missouri, respectively). 10. Paul Revere’s house 11. Edgar Allan Poe 12. Texas (It also has flown the Republic of Texas flag.) 13. They are names of fingers. 14. San Marzano tomato 15. In or near the O’Leary family’s barn 16. Speed bump 17. Calvin Coolidge 18. Reportedly, Chinese American chef Joe Young of Trader Vic’s (California) invented it. 19. New queens and male mates. 20. Boston (on Sept. 30, 1935) ׉ 7cassandra://bk6GAicw7T04RVI4H1FBI3rvzvmPnCzCwCrTv-eNzGI-`̰f6RBf?׉EDTHE REVERE ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, OCTObER 4, 2024 Page 21 BBB | FROM Page 16 bers. If your boss regularly communicates with you via text message, save their number in your contact list. Don’t respond to potential impersonators reaching out from a different number. · Be wary of unusual requests. If your boss has never asked you to buy gift cards, even if the request comes from a number you’ve saved, think twice. Scammers can potentially clone phone numbers and might have hijacked your boss’ number to target employees. · Double-check with your boss personally. If a request comes from a strange number or just doesn’t sound right, call or email your boss first, using their real contact information, rather than replying to the message. It’s better to double-check than to rush into a scam. Plus, your boss will want to know if they are being impersonated, so they can warn their other employees. · If you suspect a scam, don’t reply. If you’re fairly certain you’ve been contacted by a scammer, don’t reply to the text message. Replying lets scammers know they have an active phone number and could leave you vulnerable to future attacks. Instead, block the number and delete the Like us on Facebook advocate newspaper Facebook.com/ Advocate.news.ma message. For more information Stay safe by reading the BBB’s tips on how to spot fake text messages at https://www. bbb.org/all/spot-a-scam/howto-spot-a-phony-text-message and how to avoid impostor scams at https://www.bbb.org/ article/news-releases/21686how-to-avoid-impostorscams. If you’ve spotted a scam, whether or not you fell victim, report it at BBB.org/ ScamTracker. Your report helps expose scammers’ tactics and boosts consumer awareness. ~ Help Wanted ~ Service Coordinator for Seniors Service Coordinator for Seniors - small apartment complex in Revere looking for a part-time coordinator to be on-site for 8-hours per week to assist residents with obtaining needed services and entitlement programs and to run periodic gatherings for the residents to enjoy. Please send resume and letter of interest to: susanjmacneil@yahoo.com Aging in Place? AmeriGlide offers affordable stair lifts to keep you safe on the stairs. Benefits of an AmeriGlide stair lift: Regain your independence Eliminate the risk of falls on the stairs Access all levels of your home CALL NOW TO SAVE $200 1-844-237-6716 ON ANY STAIR LIFT! 781-521-9927 ~ School Bus Drivers Wanted ~ 7D Licensed School Bus Drivers Malden Trans is looking for reliable drivers for the new school year. We provide ongoing training and support for licensing requirements. Applicant preferably lives local (Malden, Everett, Revere). Part-time positions available and based on AM & PM school hours....15-30 hours per week. Good driver history from Registry a MUST! If interested, please call David @ 781-322-9401. CDL SCHOOL BUS DRIVER WANTED Compensation: $28/hour Discount Tree Service 781-269-0914 Humane Removal Service COMMONWEALTH WILDLIFE CONTROL ANIMAL & BIRD REMOVAL INCLUDING RODENTS CALL 617-285-0023 Call today and r r FREE SHOWER P PLUS $1600 OFF GE 0 OFF YOUR LOCAL NEWS & SPORTS IN SIX LANGUAGES. SUBSCRIBE TO THE ADVOCATE ONLINE BY SCANNING HERE! 1-844-609-10661 With purchase of a new Safe Step Walk-In Tub. Not applicable with any previous y walk-in tub purchase. Offer available while supplies last. No cash value. Must present offer at time of purchase. CSLB 1082165 NSCB 0082999 0083445 * Crack Repairing * Pot Hole Filling * Striping Handicapped Spaces * Free Estimates Tom’s Seal Coating Call Gary: 978-210-4012 Professional TREE REMOVAL & Cleanups 24-HOUR SERVICE School bus transportation company seeking active CDL drivers who live LOCALLY (Malden, Everett, Chelsea and immediate surrounding communities). - Applicant MUST have BOTH S and P endorsements as well as Massachusetts school bus certificate. Good driver history from Registry a MUST! - Part-time hours, BUT GUARANTEED 20-35 HOURS PER WEEK depending on experience. Contact David @ 781-322-9401. Lawn and Yard CareUSA FALL It’s Time For CLEAN-UPS • Reasonable rates • Fast, reliable service SPECIAL OFFER Call LAWNS Cut From $ 25 ׉ 7cassandra://UQPjvIjyBDpe_nnCfY4tvNGttf29fLyR3iu0ogDa4Jc0`̰f6RBf@f6RBf? PבCט(u׉׉ 7cassandra://OB0_KJv1QBw30y1UCiF6LaKzhMZQruYpuslL6sEq488L`)׉ 7cassandra://AF1lyW80v6VkJAt6ux_dcQwIthS9jgelG5ep755LQ_sͭ`J׉ 7cassandra://JMzfyPYkXOodIsTYaR-yZ0GgHy0w8jv9zpVn34eGDXA5`̰f6RBfט((u׉׉ 7cassandra://65vZUdWV_JQakBFYg8-1MjIdrz9tj8WsHEDDG5EFhCk `)׉ 7cassandra://Oxo724ZZ2A2p78XpiVmM6cYvOz3YnEewID1WjoztHHg͉`J׉ 7cassandra://gtd-j9WAsxBx92CFXG6-Oo-bzHQmDdKzsfSq2gbtpAc+$`̰f6RBfנf6RBf 9ׁHhttp://TrinityHomesRE.comׁ ׁ Јנf6RBf̸9ׁHmailto:HomeWithLori@aol.comׁ ׁ Јנf6RBf9ׁH mailto:MichaelFouldsRE@gmail.comׁ ׁ Јנf6RBfup 9ׁHhttp://www.mangorealtyteam.comׁ ׁ Јנf6RBfgc 9ׁHmailto:infowithmango@gmail.comׁ ׁ Јנf6RBf ȑ̫ 9ׁHhttp://www.mangorealtyteam.comׁ ׁ Јנf6RBf ̛~ 9ׁHmailto:infowithmango@gmail.comׁ ׁ Јנf6RBf̗ 9ׁHmailto:infowithmango@gmail.comׁ ׁ Јנf6RBf(̈ 9ׁHmailto:chrstdesousa@yahoo.comׁ ׁ Ј׉E SPage 22 THE REVERE ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, OCTObER 4, 2024 American Exterior and Window Corporation Contact us for all of your home improvement projects and necessities. Call Jeff or Bob Toll Free: 1-888-744-1756 617-699-1782 / www.americanexteriorma.com Windows, Siding, Roofing, Carpentry & More! All estimates, consultations or inspections completed by MA licensed supervisors. *Over 50 years experience. *Better Business Bureau Membership. Insured and Registered Complete Financing Available. No Money Down. Licensed & Insured Free Estimates Carpentry * Kitchen & Bath * Roofs * Painting Decks * Siding * Carrijohomeimprovement.com Call 781-710-8918 * Saugus, MA General Contractor * Interior & Exterior The Kid Does Clean Outs From 1 item to 1,000 * Basements * Homes * Backyards * Commercial Buildings The cheapest prices around! Call Eric: (857) 322-2854 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 J.F & Son Contracting Snow Plowing No Job too small! Free Estimates! Commercial & Residential 781-656-2078 - Property management & maintenance SPADAFORA AUTO PARTS JUNK CARS WANTED SAME DAY PICK UP 781-324-1929 Quality Used Tires Mounted & Installed Used Auto Parts & Batteries Family owned & operated since 1946 AAA Service • Lockouts Trespass Towing • Roadside Service Junk Car Removal 617-387-6877 26 Garvey St., Everett MDPU 28003 ICCMC 251976 We follow Social Distancing Guidelines! ADVOCATE Call now! 781-286-8500 advertise on the web at www.advocatenews.net Shoveling & removal Landscaping, Electrical, Plumbing, Painting, Roofing, Carpentry, Framing, Decks, Fencing, Masonry, Demolition, Gut-outs, Junk Removal & Dispersal, Clean Ups: Yards, Garages, Attics & Basements. Truck for Hire, Bobcat Services. WASTE REMOVAL & BUILDING MAINTENANCE • Landscaping, Lawn Care, Mulching • Yard Waste & Rubbish Removal • Interior & Exterior Demolition (Old Decks, Fences, Pools, Sheds, etc.) • Appliance and Metal Pick-up • Construction and Estate Cleanouts • Pick-up Truck Load of Trash starting at $169 • Carpentry LICENSED & INSURED Call for FREE ESTIMATES! Office: (781) 233-2244 Clean-Outs! We take and dispose from cellars, attics, garages, yards, etc. Call Robert at: 781-844-0472 Classifieds $ $ $ $ ׉ 7cassandra://JMzfyPYkXOodIsTYaR-yZ0GgHy0w8jv9zpVn34eGDXA5`̰f6RBfA׉ETHE REVERE ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, OCTObER 4, 2024 Page 23 Spotting a Great Deal in a Competitive Real Estate Market: How to Find a Good Deal in a Competitive Real Estate Market This is perhaps nothing as daunting as finding a good real estate deal in a hot and competitive market. While it may seem like finding the needle in the haystack, with the right strategies and knowledge you will be able to identify those opportunities which might pass by others. Here's how to find a good deal in a competitive real estate market. 1. Know Your Market Inside Out: First, know the local market. Get to know prices currently, time spent on market, and neighborhood trends. If you understand what a home is actually worth, you'll know when a property is priced below value and spot it immediately. 2. Take Advantage of "Days on Market": Long lasting listings may also mean that the house is a good deal. Those houses that have sat on the market unsold for months may be easier to negotiate prices with. Careful though, make sure the long listing isn't because there are huge issues with the house. 3. Consider Off-Market Deals: Off-market deals involve properties that are not on the market, yet may become available. Examples include preforeclosure property, for-sale-by-owner property, and properties via local networking. These may come through networking with other agents and industry professionals. 4. Be Ready to Move Fast: Don't be held back by a competitive market. Get pre-approved for a mortgage, and have all your financial documents in a row. This puts you in a position to strike quickly when a great deal comes your way, and gives your the leverage over the buyers. 5. Look Beyond Cosmetic Flaws: Outdated kitchens, worn carpets, and poor landscaping will turn off many buyers. However, most cosmetic issues are relatively easy and inexpensive to fix. Homes that require minor improvements usually sell for much lower prices, so these homes can be a very good opportunity for buyers willing to invest a little effort and sweat equity. 6. Focus on Location: The old adage in regard to real estate is "Location, location, location." A great property in an up-and-coming neighborhood or near schools and amenities has the potential to be a goldmine. Even if the home needs some modernizing, often the right location makes the investment worthwhile. 7. Evaluate Long-Term Potential: When hunting a good bargain, consider the long-term outlook. Will the neighborhood appreciate in the coming future? Are the infrastructural or economic aspects that will boost property prices? Purchase a house with the best long-term outlook to secure a good bargain now and for years to come. 8. Consider Fixer-Uppers: You can often pick up fixer-uppers at a discount. If you don't mind putting some time and money into renovations, the payoff can be huge. Just be sure to calculate renovation costs carefully to avoid spending too much. 9. Work with an Experienced Agent: A good real estate agent can help you identify a good deal in no time. They know the market, have 'pre-market' access to the properties, and can negotiate the best possible price on your behalf. 10. Be Flexible with Your Criteria: This means that if you can be flexible on things like square footage, the number of bedrooms, or specific amenities, you will allow yourself to consider more deals. Sometimes, compromising on a few features of the house that are really not essential can help in getting a better deal. In a competitive real estate market, being proactive, well-prepared, and open-minded is key to spotting a great deal. Stay informed, be ready to move quickly, and don't be afraid to look beyond the surface to uncover the hidden gems. For Rent $2600 per month $649,000.00 FOR SALE: Charming home on a picturesque tree-studded lot, blending comfort with convenience. The first floor features a bright family room and an inviting oak kitchen with hardwood floors. The main bedroom offers a private balcony and his-and-her closets. With 2.5 baths, a spacious deck, and a garage, this home is both functional and serene. Set back for privacy yet close to amenities. Call Christina at 603-670-3353 or email at chrstdesousa@yahoo.com Charming Malden Studio for Rent – Prime Location Near Train $1900 per month For Rent Spacious and Sunlit 2-Bedroom Apartment with Gleaming Hardwood Floors and In-Unit Appliances – Ideal for Comfortable Living FOR RENT: Step into this inviting 2-bedroom apartment. Gleaming hardwood floors and bathed in natural light, this space exudes warmth and comfort. A washer, dryer and refrigerator included with the rent amount. To maintain our standards, we require a credit score of 680 or higher along with references. Enjoy a pet-free and smoke-free environment, fostering a clean and tranquil atmosphere for all. FOR RENT: Available October 1st. Malden studio apartment conveniently located near train. First floor with laundry available in building. Off street parking for one car. NO PETS. NO SMOKING. First, last and 1 month broker fee = $5,700 to move in plus $32.95 credit and background check. Offered by MANGO Realty of 38 Main Street Saugus. We adhere to fair housing laws and guidelines. Call Peter at 781-820-5690 or send an email at infowithmango@gmail.com Charming Home on Serene Tree-Studded Lot with Modern Comforts and Privacy MANGO REALTY INC 781-558-1091| infowithmango@gmail.com www.mangorealtyteam.com If you're looking to buy or sell, Mango Realty is your trusted partner in navigating the real estate market with confidence and ease. Our experienced team brings expert knowledge, local market insight, and a commitment to delivering results that meet your unique goals. Whether you're a first-time homebuyer, seasoned investor, or ready to sell, we provide personalized support tailored to your specific needs. From strategic marketing and home staging to negotiations and closing, we ensure every detail is handled with care. Let us guide you through the entire process, making your next real estate move seamless and stress-free. Contact Mango Realty today to get started on achieving your real estate dreams! MANGO REALTY INC 781-558-1091| infowithmango@gmail.com www.mangorealtyteam.com Contact us for details Unlock Business Success: Prime Commercial Space in Saugus, MA! Unlock your business potential with this ideal location, offering high visibility, ample parking, and easy access. Perfect for office, or professional use. Grow your business in the heart of Saugus! Contact us today for a tour! TRINITY REAL ESTATE Providing Real Estate Services for 17 Years Servicing Saugus, Melrose, Wakefield, Malden, all North Shore communities, Boston and beyond. Agent Spotlight Michael began his real estate career in 2009 and became a top professional in metro Boston, assisting over 100 families. He is focused on building strong relationships, staying updated on market trends, and leveraging local knowledge to guide clients. Michael’s success is driven by his passion for architecture and extensive customer service experience. He values trust in managing investments and aims to make your real estate goals a reality with minimal stress. Michael Foulds, REALTOR ® 617.461.1952 MichaelFouldsRE@gmail.com The Trinity Real Estate Team Lori Johnson has been a successful REALTOR® since 1997, serving the Saugus area. She is recognized for her professionalism, market knowledge, and ethics. Lori's ability to understand her clients' needs contributes to her success. Her dependable nature and winning personality foster strong relationships, ensuring smooth transactions and a stress-free process. Choosing Lori means having a "REALTOR® for Life." Lori Johnson, REALTOR ® 781.718.7409 HomeWithLori@aol.com 321 MAIN STREET | SAUGUS, MA | VILLAGE PARK TrinityHomesRE.com 781.231.9800 ׉ 7cassandra://gtd-j9WAsxBx92CFXG6-Oo-bzHQmDdKzsfSq2gbtpAc+$`̰f6RBfBf6RBfA PבCט(u׉׉ 7cassandra://_T1LOTepjSxzF8h48qX9dhoEsMHAWfRJpZ6SutPbyRMi`)׉ 7cassandra://h9KDjemu7X4eihqIhH1iBTXbR0WINuxzaxjUYAqaLWM͐`J׉ 7cassandra://QbtC3KJqRh88G2iZxWBS4V81OIZHC29__HbKNzP5DhU,`̰f6RBfנf6RBfVN9ׁHhttp://CENTER.PLׁ ׁ Ј׉E'Page 24 THE REVERE ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, OCTObER 4, 2024 FOR SALE FOR SALE- WELCOME TO THIS CHARMING RANCH IN SAUGUS. DESIRABLE FEATURES ON THE MAIN FLOOR INCLUDE OVERSIZED LIVING ROOM, GENEROUS SIZE BEDROOMS, FAMILY ROOM, KITCHEN WITH PENINSULA AND STAINLESS STEEL APPLIANCES. A SLIDER OFF OF THE LIVING ROOM LEADS TO A DECK AND YARD. NEWER ROOF. THIS DELIGHTFUL PROPERTY OFFERS A VERSATILE FLOOR PLAN TO SUIT YOUR NEEDS. THE LOWER LEVEL INCLUDES A BONUS KITCHEN, 3/4 BATH, FAMILY ROOM AND OFFICE. THE PULL-DOWN ATTIC STAIRS PROVIDE AMPLE STORAGE FOR YOUR BELONGINGS. 3 GARAGE SPACES FOR THE CAR ENTHUSIAST. ALL OF THIS LOCATED NEAR THE RAIL TRAIL TRAIL AND CONVENIENTLY JUST MINUTES FROM ROUTE 1. SAUGUS $639,000 CALL KEITH 781-389-0791 FOR SALE FOR SALE- BRING YOUR IDEAS TO THIS 3000 SQUARE FOOT COLONIAL FEATURING SIX BEDROOMS AND TWO BATHROOMS WITH OVER 3 FLOORS OF LIVING SPACE (NOT INCLUDING THE WALK-OUT LOWER LEVEL). BEAUTIFUL ORIGINAL WOODWORK, FIVE FIREPLACES, 10 FOOT CEILINGS. VINYL SIDING, NICE SIZE LOT. PARKING FOR 7+ CARS. PLENTY OF ROOM FOR YOU TO MAKE THIS A REAL GEM! EASY HIGHWAY ACCESS, CLOSE TO SHOPPING, ENTERTAINMENT, AND ALL THE OFFERINGS OF THE NORTH SHORE. 15 MINUTE DRIVE TO BOSTON. SAUGUS $699,000 CALL KEITH781-389-0791 FOR SALE FOR SALE-SUNNY, FRONT FACING CONDOMINIUM AT THE HIGHLY DESIRABLE CLIFTON ARMS CONDOMINIUM COMPLEX. YOU WILL NOT FIND BETTER UNIT PLACEMENT THAN THIS WITH TONS OF NATURAL LIGHT. THIS 2ND FLOOR UNIT HAS THE MOST ACCOMMODATING FLOOR PLAN WITH EAT-IN KITCHEN, EXPANSIVE OPEN LIVING ROOM, DINING ROOM, SPACIOUS BEDROOMS, AND ONE TASTEFULLY UPDATED FULL BATH. 3 YEAR OLD KITCHEN HAS A BREAKFAST BAR, GRANITE COUNTERS AND STAINLESS STEEL APPLIANCES. THE LOW CONDO FEE INCLUDES HEAT AND HOT WATER! LIVE JUST MINUTES NORTH OF BOSTON IN THIS EXTREMELY WELL MANAGED COMMUNITY. SAUGUS $359,000 CALL KEITH 7881-389-0791 FOR SALE FOR SALE- CHARMING 3-BEDROOM CAPE COD STYLE HOME FEATURING BRAND NEW KITCHEN CABINETS WITH QUARTZ COUNTERS AND SS APPLIANCES. REFINISHED HW FLOORING. NEW CUSTOM BUILT-IN ENTERTAINMENT CENTER WITH FP AND NEW 60 INCH SAMSUNG TV. MAIN BEDROOM ON1ST FLOOR. 1ST FLOOR DINING ROOM THAT COULD BE USED AS 4TH BEDROOM. TOP LEVEL HAS 2 LARGE BEDROOMS. ROOF IS 2 YEARS OLD. FRESH PAINT THROUGHOUT. FULL BASEMENT READY FOR FINISHING. 4+ CAR PARKING! SPACIOUS 16K LOT IS PERFECT FOR ADU UNIT, GARAGE OR A GREAT PLAYGROUND FOR THE KIDS. PEABODY $599,000 CALL KEITH 781-389-0791 FOR RENT COMMERCIAL OFFICE SPACE AVAILABLE PRIME LOCATION. PROFESSIONAL BUILDING JUST OUTSIDE OF SAUGUS CENTER.PLENTY OF PARKING. THIS SPACE IS PERFECT FOR ATTORNEYS, ARCHITECTS, PLUMBERS, CONTRACTORS, ELECTRICIANS, ETC. UTILITIES INCLUDED, EVEN WI-FI. INCLUDES WALK IN AREA, SEPARATE OFFICES, RECEPTION AREA, WOMEN & MEN’S BATHROOMS, COMMON CONFERENCE ROOM. CONVENIENT TO ROUTE 1. SPACE COULD BE SHARED, SPLIT OR THE ENTIRE SPACE COULD BE LEASED. SAUGUS CALL KEITH 781-389-0791 LAND DEVELOPMENT OPPORTUNITY. LEGAL GRANDFATHERED LOT LOCATED IN R3 ZONING. THIS LOT HAS AN EXPIRED ORDER OF CONDITION 2010. BUYERS TO PERFORM DUE DILIGENCE REGARDING CONSERVATION AND PERMITTING, ETC. SAUGUS $125,000 CALL KEITH 781-389-0791 RENTAL • REMODELED TWO-BEDROOM UNIT FEATURING AN EAT IN KITCHEN, TENANT WILL NEED A REFRIGERATOR, NEW PAINT AND CARPETS. LAUNDRY HOOK-UPS. PARKING FOR TWO CARS. HEAT AND HOT WATER INCLUDED. NO PETS AND NO SMOKING. WALKING DISTANCE TO BUS. SAUGUS $2,400 CALL RHONDA 781-706-0842 MANUFACTURED HOMES • LOT AVAILABLE IN DESIRABLE FAMILY ESTATES COOPERATIVE MOBILE PARK. APPROX 120' X 30' SEWER AND WATER BRING YOUR UNIT AND HAVE A BRAND NEW BEAUTIFUL HOME. PEABODY $69,900 • SPACIOUS 2 BEDROOM UNIT IN PINE GROVE MOBILE PARK OFF ROUE 114 IN PEABODY. HUGE PRIVATE WOODED YARD MUST BE SEEN. LARGE DRIVEWAY, HUGE ENCLOSED PORCH NICE WOODWORK, NEW STOVE, NICELY MAINTAINED PEABODY $139,900 • LARGE 2 BEDROOM MOBILE LOCATED ON A HUGE PRIVATE LOT THAT MUST BE SEEN. LARGE ADDITION 1,5 BATHS, CARPORT, NEWER OIL TANK, PITCHED ROOF. LARGE ENCLOSED PORCH SHED AND SO MUCH MORE. SAUGUS $149,900 • VERY WELL MAINTAINED AND UPDATED UNIT IN VERY DESIRABLE PINE GROVE MOBILE PARK. LARGE PORCH AND DECK, SHED GREAT LEVEL YARD, NEWER FLOORING AND WINDOWS. LAUNDRY HOOK UP SHOWS PRIDE OF OWNERSHIP. PEABODY $159,900 LOOKING TO SELL OR BUY? JUSTIN KLOACK 978-815-2610 CALL HIM FOR ALL YOUR REAL ESTATE • BEAUTIFUL UPDATED HUGE DOUBLE LEVEL YARD. MANY NEW FEATURES INCLUDE NEW FLOORING THROUGHOUT, NEW SIDING AND SKIRTING, NEW OIL TANK AND HOT WATER, NEWER ROOF, & SHED NEW AC. THIS WAS ORIGINALLY A 2 BEDROOM, AND CAN BE CONVERTED BACK TO 2 BEDROOM PEABODY $169,900 • TWO NEW PRE CONSTRUCTION MANUFACTURED HOMES. BOTH ONE BED WITH MANY UPGRADES FROM CAR PARKING TO FULL SIZE LAUNDRY, SO MUCH MORE. DANVERS $189,900 • COMPLETELY REMODELED LARGE UNIT LIKE NEW , HARDWOODS FLOORS, THROUGHOUT NEW KITCHEN , NEW BATHROOM, NEW WIRING , NEW RUBBER ROOF, NEW PLUMBING, NEW WINDOWS, NEW STAINLESS STEEL APPLIANCES, NEW OIL TANK AND THE LIST GOES ON. MUST BE SEEN. NICE YARD, LARGE DECK, DRIVEWAY, THIS UNT WAS ORIGINALLY A 2 BEDROOM AND CAN EASILY BE CONVERTED BACK. PEABODY $189,900 • SHADY OAKS PHASE 2 NEW CONSTRUCTION: 2 NEW MANUFACTURED 2 BEDROOM UNITS DANVERS $229,900 • DOUBLE WIDE UNIT WITH APPROXIMATELY 1250 SQFT OF LIVING AREA. 4 BEDROOM LOCATED IN DESIRABLE OAK LEDGE HEIGHTS COOPERATIVE PARK PEABODY $239,900 • NEW MANUFACTURED HOME IN OAK LEDGE COOPERATIVE PARK.QUALITY THROUGHOUT GOURMET KITCHEN WITH STAINLESS STEEL APPLIANCES, RECESSED LIGHTING, STATE OF THE ART BATHROOM, FULL SIZE LAUNDRY HOOK UP, 1OO AMP SERVICE, LARGE DRIVEWAY, SUNNY AND BRIGHT, NICE YARD PEABODY $249,900 CALL ERIC 781-223-0289 ׉ 7cassandra://QbtC3KJqRh88G2iZxWBS4V81OIZHC29__HbKNzP5DhU,`̰f6RBfC׈Ef6RBfDf6RBfC P,Revere Advocate 10/04/2024Revere Advocate 10/04/2024f}\1;