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This broke the old record — previously set in 2018 by Hannah Fitzpatrick — by.21 seconds. “This incredible race happened after Gemma had already completed four other events (55-meter hurdles, high jump, long jump and shotput) and had been competing for a total of four and a half hours,†Revere coach Racquel MacDonald-Ciambelli said. “Even after this long day, Gemma was determined to break this school record, knowing that she would have to lead the race from the start. The closest competitor in Gemma’s 800-meter heat only ran a 2:40 which put Gemma a full 10 seconds ahead of the pack. I cannot express how diffi cult it is to lead an 800 for the full four laps and only rely on your own pacing. It calls for not only incredible fitness but also a really tough mentality.†This second-place finish in the 800-meter added 714 points to Stamatopoulos’ total pentathlon score, which was 2,131. This was good for 62nd place overall out of 150 competitors. Not bad for her fi rst time, according to her coach. Senior captain Cabrera Rodriguez also competed in the MSTCA pentathlon and scored 1,325 points overall for a 133rd fi nish. Her best event of the day was the 55-meter hurdles, where she ran a 10.4. T 781-286-8500 Friday, March 7, 2025 School Committee votes down safe haven resolution for school district Advocate Staff Report he School Committee was divided at their meeting late last month on Vice Chair Jacqueline Monterroso’s proposed resolution to establish the Revere School District as a safe haven. Prior to the committee’s vote, a group of students spoke in favor of the resolution. “Students are really scared that while they are at school someone could come and take their parents away,†Julia Figueroa told the committee. “It’s hard to focus on school when border patrol comes near a school; it makes students afraid and worried. School should be a safe place. Every student deserves to come to school without fear of immigration enforcement.†Another student named Emily said that some of her peers have families who, like her, are not from here. “They should not have to worry about being taken from their families,†she told committee members. A Revere High student named Endurance said she’s originally from Cameroon, but came to the United States when she was 11. “I found my place at Revere High, a place so diverse and so rich in culture it was my safe haven. Now, I am terrifi ed to walk into school every day,†she said. She struggled to hold back tears as she described not being able to assure her little brother that they would not be deported, despite being in the U.S. legally. Endurance stressed that no one from the school administration has spoken to immigrant students about immigration enforcement. “Not a single person has come to speak with us,†she said, adding, “Students should not be terrifi ed in school.†SCHOOL COMMITTEE | SEE Page 3 RHS track star Gemma Stamatopoulos is shown competing during the recent Mass. State Track Coaches Association Pentathlon. (Courtesy photo) The Patriots, who won their second straight Greater Boston League title this season, finished off the year with some great news. Stamatopoulos was voted GBL Track Athlete of the Year. “An extremely well-deserved honor considering all of her amazing feats this indoor season,†MacDonald-Ciambelli said. Stamatopoulos’ resume for this winter season: • Undefeated GBL champion in the 600-meter • GBL champion in the 2-mile • Third-place finish at GBL championships in the high jump • School record in the 600-meter (1:42.08) • School record in the 800-meter (2:28.29) • School record in the sprint medley relay (4:35.23) • School record in the distance medley r elay (14:10.67) SPORTS | SEE Page 15 Applications open again for Revere First-Time Homebuyer Downpayment Assistance Program Special to Th e Advocate T he City of Revere and the Affordable Housing Trust Fund Board have announced that the application for the City of Revere’s First-Time Homebuyer Downpayment Assistance Program has reopened, following the receipt of a $75,000 earmark in this year’s state budget in support of the program. The application is available via the City of Revere’s website at https://www.revere.org/business-development/programsand-support. 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Neither residents nor counHours: Monday thru Friday 6 AM to 7 PM / Saturdays 7 AM to 5 PM / Sundays 9 AM to 5 PM cillors supported looser reDan - 1972 Celebrating 52 Years! When in need, call ABC! quirements for ADUs. One resident said allowing ADUs in people’s backyards would further diminish the quality of life in overdeveloped, overpopulated Revere. Ward 3 Councillor Anthony Cogliandro said the state was using too broad a brush and there should be distinctions that refl ect individual city and town circumstances. Councillor-at-Large Michelle Kelley urged fellow councillors to challenge the state’s new rules. Many ADUs are created out of finished basements, but Stringi provided some dimensional requirements for detached ADUs. They will be limited to 15 feet in height, with a 20-foot rear setback, 10-foot setbacks on either side and a 15-foot setback from the street. 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This assistance is provided on a fi rst come, fi rst served basis, with $10,000 in downpayment assistance awarded to those who qualify while funds last. To be considered, please submit a completed application on revere.org, along with cover more than 25 percent of the yard it’s built in. Stringi said there were not many lots in Revere with enough space for an ADU. “The intent was for more rural communities with larger lots,†he said. “In a densely populated area like Revere, it will be diffi cult to meet the standards.†The other detail about the state’s ADU rules that raised Planning Board eyebrows was the parking requirement or lack thereof. An ADU does not require a dedicated parking space as long as it’s located a half mile from a bus stop or train station. One board member asked if homeowners could appeal some of the requirements. Stringi said, like others, they can take their case to the Zoning Board of Appeals. supporting documentation. In addition to Revere residency, qualifi ed applicants must have an income level at or below 80% of Area Median Income (AMI), be pre-qualifi ed for a mortgage and enroll in a fi rst-time homebuyer course. Qualified applicants will have six months upon verifi cation of eligibility to enter into a purchase and sale agreement to receive $10,000 in downpayment assistance from the City. For questions about the program, contact Joe Gravellese, chair of the Aff ordable Housing Trust Fund board, at jgravellese@revere.org or call the City of Revere’s Department of Planning and Community Development at 781-286-8181. For Advertising with Results, call The Advocate Newspapers at 781-286-8500 or Info@advocatenews.net or Info@advocatenews.net FLEET Prices subject to change ׉ Ú7cassandra://hfkGA4PGOxelzeIyEBXuwRsNm9TYhiGRi9lNJMuV53UÍ<›Í`ÌÔÍ×gÉÚ=Ÿ¦Td]׉EÚ¨THE REVERE ADVOCATE – FRIDAY, MARCH 7, 2025 Page 3 SCHOOL COMMITTEE | FROM Page 1 Monterroso said that in addition to the students, the committee received 30 emails in support of the resolution. She also said there is nothing new or controversial about the resolution and that it just restates and emphasizes the law. Still, committee members were concerned about unintended consequences. Committee member Aisha Milbury-Ellis said it is important to consider the current political climate. “I don’t want to draw attention; I don’t want to make a decision that will put students in harm’s way,†she said. Milbury-Ellis went on to say that schools are already safe zones and ICE agents are not allowed to enter. She added that the committee should consider protecting students from media attention and possible protests. “Political terms like safe haven equates to sanctuary and I don’t want to be exploited by the media. I’m not comfortable putting students at risk,†she said. Although Milbury-Ellis said the motive behind the resolution was honorable, she did not feel it was in the best interest of the students. Committee members Frederick Sannella and Anthony Caggiano questioned what would change if the resolution were approved. School Superintendent Dr. Dianne Kelly explained that there would be no real change. “The guidance which I received from state and federal offi cials is to do the work and keep your head down,†said Kelly. She said the district will continue to do right by kids. No immigration enforcement agents can enter the school without a signed warrant by a federal judge that must be presented to the superintendent’s offi ce and subsequently the district’s lawyers. Kelly said the school district has been reaching out to immigrant families to ensure they are aware of the law and that they understand children are safe at school. “We can keep kids safe without any grand gestures,†said Kelly. “If it brings more scrutiny, what does that do to our kids?†“We need to do a better job with that,†said Caggiano. “If the issue is the resolution equates us to a sanctuary district, it puts the limelight on us. It’s not the time to make a resolution like that unless we’re ready and want to deal with the repercussions.†The committee’s student rep said she was still advocating for the resolution because of news stories she’s heard from around the country. She said students were missing school because they fear the possibility of ICE raids both at school and at home. “Not making a statement leaves the community in the dark,†she said. “People are unaware of what will be done to protect their families.†Monterroso told fellow committee members that dozens of districts have passed similar resolutions without blowback from the press or protesters. She also stressed that no one has voiced any opposition to the resolution. However, the committee voted against adopting the resolution with Millbury-Ellis, Caggiano and Sanella voting against it. Lawrence A. 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This tradition began over 80 years ago when President Franklin Roosevelt issued the fi rst national Red Cross Month proclamation. “Since Massachusetts’ own Clara Barton founded the American Red Cross over 140 years ago, multiple generations have stepped up to deliver relief and care across our country and around the world, bringing out the best of humanity in times of crisis,†reads the proclamation. “More than 2,400 Red Cross volunteers in Massachusetts remain unwavering in their commitment to prevent and alleviate human suff ering in the face of emergency.†In addition to responding to home fi res and other local disasters an average of twice a day around the state, Red Crossers who live in Massachusetts have already deployed more than 300 times since July 2024 to aid large disaster relief operations in other parts of the country, including the California wildfi res and Hurricanes Helene and Milton which impacted several Southeastern states. In fact, 2024 recorded the second-highest number of billion-dollar disasters in a single year, due to major events like hurricanes, fl oods and tornadoes, according to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration. Governor Healey’s proclamation will be displayed TODAY MARCH 5 at the State House in Nurses Hall, from 10-3, then will be brought to it’s permanent location at a Red Cross offi ce. About the American Red Cross: The American Red Cross shelters, feeds and provides emotional support to victims of disasters; supplies about 40% of the nation’s blood; teaches skills that save lives; provides international humanitarian aid; and supports military members and their families. The Red Cross is a not-for-profi t organization that depends on volunteers and the generosity of the American public to perform its mission. For more information, please visit redcross.org/ MA or CruzRojaAmericana. org. 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Riders are encouraged to check out the MBTA’s St. Patrick’s Day Guide for information on taking the T to the parade, how to pay fares, and more at mbta.com/StPatricksDay. “The safety of our customers and employees is our top priority,†said Transportation Secretary and CEO Monica Tibbits-Nutt. “We encourage everyone to celebrate the holiday responsibly and remain vigilant—if you see something, say something. We want everyone to enjoy the Saint Patrick’s Day festivities while being mindful of fellow travelers and lending a helping hand to those needing directions or assistance.†“The MBTA takes great pride as we continue to improve daily service and increase service options every year so everyone can enjoy St. Patrick’s Day and all the festivities,†said MBTA General Manager and CEO Phillip Eng. “Public transit services are essential, allowing everyone alternative ways to safely travel and celebrate. I thank our dedicated employees who ensure that our riders get to their destinations every day. Leave the driving to us and use caution when traversing the system as we all celebrate St. Patrick’s Day together.†Additional Service and Bus Route Detours To manage anticipated peak ridership and minimize platform congestion, the MBTA will strategically position additional personnel throughout the system to manage crowding, assist with passenger fl ow, and ensure a safe environment. The MBTA encourages all riders to be mindful while using escalators and navigating stairs during periods of heavy foot traffi c. Service information is available at mbta.com/StPatricksDay. • Shuttle Bus: The MBTA will provide free shuttle bus service from South Station to South Boston between 9:30 AM and 5 PM on the day of the parade. • Red Line: The Red Line will operate rush hour service from 10 AM to 6 PM. Trains may bypass Broadway during certain times due to heavy crowds. • Bus Detours: Routes 9, 10, 11, 16, 17, and 47 will be detoured around the parade area. Buses will not stop at Broadway beginning at 9:45 AM or Andrew beginning at 10:15 AM. • Commuter Rail: Commuter Rail trains will run with additional cars to accommodate parade attendees. Additional customer service and management staff will be available at South Station to answer any questions and assist customers. More information about Commuter Rail service on the day of the parade will be available soon on mbta. com/StPatricksDay. • $10 Weekend Passes are valid for unlimited travel on all Commuter Rail lines in all zones on Saturday and Sunday. Riders are encouraged to buy them in advance with the mTicket app. “Our MBTA has seen so many improvements over the past year. 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Shown from left: Mayor Patrick Keefe congratulated incoming Council on Elder Aff airs members Nancy Monkiewicz, AnnMarine Droukis and Lois D’Ambrosio. Shown from left: Peggy Vitale, Disc Jockey Alan LaBella, Stephanie Savini, and Connie LiPilato. Love was in the air. Seniors Phyllis Prizio, Gloria Trentini and Milly Schettino did the cupid shuffl e. Cheryl Kelly wished everyone a happy Valentine’s Day. Shown from left: Ward 2 City Councillor Ira Novoselsky, Mayor Patrick Keefe, Ann Eagan, Ward 4 City Councillor Paul Argenzio, Patricia Manzo, Irma Accetullo, Lorraine Repoli, Council on Aging Director Deb Peczka DiGiulio and School Committee members John Kingston with Anthony Caggiano. ׉ Ú7cassandra://6libFdejKieIza5k9DVB5Ii64gcWHcW-OOi13Q8PIagÍ7‚Í`ÌÔÍ×gÉÚ=Ÿ¦Td]׉EÚ#THE REVERE ADVOCATE – FRIDAY, MARCH 7, 2025 Page 11 MBTA Announces March Service Changes S ervice changes are taking place to support critical signal upgrade work on the Orange and Red lines, MassDOT’s Maffa Way/Mystic Avenue Bridge Superstructure Replacements project, Maintenance of Way work at Bowdoin, and signal upgrade work at North Station. BOSTON–The MBTA today announced service changes in March on the Orange, Red, Blue, Newburyport/Rockport, Haverhill, and Lowell lines. Riders can find more information on service changes through in-station signage, instation public announcements, and at mbta.com/alerts. Transit Ambassadors and MBTA staff will be available on-site to off er information and assistance during these service changes. Riders are encouraged to subscribe to T-Alerts or to follow the MBTA on X @MBTA, @MBTA_CR, and @MBTA_CR_Alerts for up-todate service information. On the Orange Line: • Orange Line service will be suspended between Jackson Square and North Station during the weekend of March 1–2. • Free and accessible shuttle buses will make all stops between Jackson Square and Back Bay. Riders can connect to the Green Line at Copley, which is less than a two-minute walk from Back Bay, for continued service through downtown toward North Station. • There will be free fares at Copley (inbound only) and at Jackson Square with the fare gates open. • Accessible van service will be available between North Station and Back Bay on the Orange Line as well as to Copley on the Green Line for continued subway service. Riders should see station personnel for assistance. • Riders should note that the Haverhill Commuter Rail Line is suspended between Oak Grove and North Station during the weekend of March 1–2. • The Commuter Rail will be fare-free between Forest Hills and South Station. • This service change is in place to accomplish signal upgrade work on the Orange Line. The new upgraded signal system will allow for more frequent service, improved scheduling, and enhanced safety. By upgrading its signals, the MBTA expects to signifi cantly increase operational effi - ciency, reducing wait times and improving scheduling reliability for all riders. • Orange Line service will be suspended between Oak Grove and North Station beginning at approximately 8:30 PM on Friday, March 7, and continuing through the entire weekend of March 8–9. • Free and accessible shuttle buses will make all stops between Oak Grove and North Station. • Express shuttle buses will stop at Oak Grove, Malden Center, and North Station. • The Haverhill Commuter Rail Line will be fare-free after 8:30 PM on March 7. • Riders should note that the Haverhill Commuter Rail Line is suspended between Ballardvale and North Station during the weekend of March 8–9. • This service change is in place to support critical work as part of MassDOT’s Maff a Way/ Mystic Avenue Bridge Superstructure Replacements project, which will replace the two deteriorated bridge superstructures and improve bicycle, pedestrian, and transit facilities. On the Red Line: • Red Line service will be suspended between JFK/UMass and Braintree during the weekends of March 8–9, March 22–23, and March 29–30. • Free and accessible shuttle buses will make all stops between JFK/UMass and Braintree. • Riders are strongly encouraged to use the Middleborough, Kington, and Greenbush Commuter Rail lines for fare-free service between Braintree, Quincy Center, JFK/ UMass, and South Station. Commuter Rail schedules are available on mbta.com. • Travelling between Braintree and South Station on the Commuter Rail is about 24 minutes. • Riders should note that regular Commuter Rail fares will be collected for travel beyond Braintree. • These service changes are in place to accomplish signal upgrade work on the Red Line. The new upgraded signal system will allow for more frequent service, improved scheduling, and enhanced safety. By upgrading its signals, the MBTA expects to signifi cantly increase operational efficiency, reducing wait times and improving scheduling reliability for all riders. On the Blue Line: • Blue Line service will terminate at Government Center with Bowdoin station closed during the following dates and times: • Beginning at approximately 7 PM on Friday, March 7, continuing through the weekend of March 8–9, and all day Monday, March 10. • Beginning at approximately 7 PM on Friday, March 21, continuing through the weekend of March 22–23, and all-day Monday, March 24. • Riders can board and disembark the Blue Line at Government Center station, which is less than a quarter mile or about a four-minute walk from Bowdoin. • Riders should anticipate slightly longer time between trains of about 7–8 minutes beginning at 7 PM through the end of service on March 7 and March 21. • This service change is in place for Maintenance of Way crews to perform critical infrastructure upgrade work. On the Newburyport/ Rockport Commuter Rail Line: • Newburyport/Rockport Commuter Rail Line service will be suspended between North Station and Swampscott during the weekends of March 1–2 and March 8–9. • A dedicated diversion schedule will be available on mbta. com. • Express shuttle buses will operate directly between Swampscott and North Station. • Shuttle buses will also make local stops between Swampscott, Lynn within the busway at the legacy station, Wonderland for connections to the Blue Line subway, Chelsea Station for connections to the Silver Line 3 (SL3), and North Station. • The last outbound shuttle bus will also make a special late-night stop at Salem and Beverly Depot. • Commuter Rail will be farefree between Swampscott and Newburyport or Rockport. • Passengers may utilize the SL3, which travels through Chelsea and East Boston to Logan Airport, the Seaport District, and South Station, making connections to many area bus routes (including the 111, 112, and 116) as well as the Blue and Red lines. • This service change was in place to support critical signal upgrade work at North Station as well as critical work as part of MassDOT’s Maffa Way/Mystic Avenue Bridge Superstructure Replacements project, which will replace the two deteriorated bridge superstructures and improve bicycle, pedestrian, and transit facilities. On the Haverhill Commuter Rail Line: • Haverhill Commuter Rail Line service will be suspended between Oak Grove and North Station during the weekend of March 1–2. • A dedicated diversion schedule will be available on mbta. com. • Orange Line subway service can be utilized between Oak Grove and North Station. Passengers are encouraged to utilize Green Line service between North Station and Copley for service through the downtown area. Free and accessible shuttle buses are also replacing Orange Line service between Jackson Square and Back Bay, which is less than a two-minute walk from Copley on the Green Line. • This service change is in place for crews to perform critical signal upgrade work at North Station. • Haverhill Commuter Rail Line service will be suspended between Oak Grove and North Station during the weekend of March 8–9. • A dedicated diversion schedule is available on mbta.com. • Free and accessible shuttle bus service will replace train service between Oak Grove and North Station. • Regular Commuter Rail fares will be collected between Bradford and Oak Grove. • Bus Route 137 will be farefree. • This service change was in place to support critical signal upgrade work at North Station and work as part of MassDOT’s Maff a Way/Mystic Avenue Bridge Superstructure Replacements project, which will replace the two deteriorated bridge superstructures and improve bicycle, pedestrian, and transit facilities. On the Lowell Commuter Rail Line: • Lowell Commuter Rail Line service will be suspended between Anderson/Woburn and North Station during the weekends of March 1–2 and March 8–9. • A dedicated diversion schedule will be available on mbta. com. • Free and accessible shuttle bus service will replace train service between Anderson/ Woburn and North Station. Local and express shuttle bus services will be available. Local shuttle bus service will not serve Winchester Center Station. • This service change is in place for crews to perform critical signal upgrade work at North Station. The MBTA previously announced service changes in February. More information is available here. The MBTA understands how these service changes affect riders’ daily travels during this period, but we are committed to improving your travels long term with more reliable, timely, and safe service. We thank riders for their patience as we deliver this important work and for continuing to ride our system. 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The water was cold, but the shore was colder and felt like a crisp ten degrees. The shivering crowd was a medley of people decked out in bathing suits and silly costumes like sharks and fl amingoes who screamed and cheered as they ran into Boston Harbor for the big splash a little after noon. The JetBlue Shamrock Splash is a fundraiser hosted by the nonprofit Save the Harbor/Save the Bay for their Better Beaches Grant Program in partnership with the Department of Conservation and Recreation. The Better Beaches Grant Program awards grants to individuals and organizations who produce free events in the summer on the Department of Conservation and Recreation’s public beaches from Nahant to Nantasket. Rep. Adrian Madaro of East Boston and CoChair of the MetropolCostume contest participants at the 15th Annual JetBlue Shamrock Splash on Constitution Beach in East Boston on March 2. (Photo by Katy Rogers) itan Beaches Commission, who was in attendance with his young son, Matteo, said, “As CoChair of the Metropolitan Beaches Commission, I want to thank all of the splashers for their dedication especially in this freezing cold, and the fundraisers for their efforts to support our beaches and our communities.†MBC Co-Chair Sen. Brendan Crighton said, Rep. Adrian Madaro with his son Matteo, Donnie Todd and Chris Mancini at the 15th Annual JetBlue Shamrock Splash on Constitution Beach in East Boston on March 2. (Photo by Katy Rogers) Erinn Thomas-Rowell (left) with a friend and Susan McPherson (right) of Quincy are all smiles on shore at the 15th Annual JetBlue Shamrock Splash on Constitution Beach in East Boston on March 2. (Photo by Mike Murowchick) Participants of the 15th Annual JetBlue Shamrock Splash on Constitution Beach in East Boston on March 2 pose before the big splash. 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(Photo by Mike Murowchick) “ The grants awarded through the efforts of this fundraiser support programming that help to increase public beach use.†He continued, “Thanks to my colleagues on the MBC, this year we’ll be able to provide grants totaling over $300,000 for the Better Beaches Program†Chris Mancini, Save the Harbor’s executive director said about the Better Beaches Grant Program, “The goal of the grant program is to supA lucky splasher polar plunging at the 15th Annual JetBlue Shamrock Splash on Constitution Beach in East Boston on March 2. (Photo by Katy Rogers) port free public events that encourage people to get out on some of the country’s cleanest urban beaches and enjoy our spectacular urban natural resources. This year’s grants will focus on breaking down barriers especially for people of color, people who don’t speak English as a fi rst language, and ADAaccessibility.†The Splash also includes free roundtrip SPLASH | SEE Page 16 Kennedy Elsey from “Karson and Kennedy†on Mix 104.1 judges the costume contest at the 15th Annual JetBlue Shamrock Splash on Constitution Beach in East Boston on March 2. 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Davine. “As we spring forward this weekend, remember to check your alarms when you change your clocks. Be sure they’re present on every level of your home and within their useful lifespan. And unless you have newer alarms with sealed, long-life batteries, this is a great time to replace the alkaline batteries in all your alarms.†“Smoke and CO alarms are like any other appliance — they don’t last forever,†said Foxborough Fire Chief Michael Kelleher, president of the Fire Chiefs Association of Massachusetts. “An alarm’s manufacturing date is printed on the back of the device. Smoke alarms need to be replaced after 10 years, and carbon monoxide alarms need to be replaced after 5, 7, or 10 years, depending on the make and model. If your alarm is out of date, or if there’s no date at all, it’s time to replace it.†Most Fire Deaths Take Place at Home Overnight Of the 50 fi re deaths in Massachusetts last year, 80% took place in dwellings — and more than half of these took place between 8:00 p.m. and 7:00 a.m. Overall, DFS code compliance offi cers could only confi rm that smoke alarms were present and operated at about 35% of the fatal fi re scenes they inspected. “Here in Massachusetts, most fire deaths take place at home and they’re most common during the overnight hours when we’re sleeping,†State Fire Marshal Davine said. “Tragically, we see this fact pattern play out again and again, especially with seniors in homes without working smoke alarms.†Older Adults at Greatest Risk More than half of last year’s residential fi re deaths involved adults aged 65 and older. State Fire Marshal Davine and Chief Kelleher asked residents to check in on older relatives, friends, and neighbors who may need help installing, testing, or replacing their alarms. Seniors can also contact their local fi re department, council on aging, or senior center for assistance: Department of Fire Services’ Senior SAFE grant program awarded nearly half a million dollars to fi re departments across Massachusetts last year to support assistance with alarm installation and testing. Replacing an out-of-date alarm? The Massachusetts Comprehensive Fire Safety Code requires replacement battery-operated smoke alarms in older one- and two-family homes to have sealed, long-life batteries and a hush feature. These alarms are easier to maintain and less likely to be disabled while cooking or by someone using the batteries for other household appliances. “Disabling a smoke alarm puts you and everyone in your building at risk,†said Chief Kelleher. “Never remove the batteries from a smoke alarm until it’s time to replace the batteries or the alarm itself.†Fire officials recommend that you choose alarms from a well-known, national brand. Look for the mark of an independent testing laboratory such as UL or Intertek. Many Massachusetts fire departments have found alarms purchased through Amazon and other online retailers that do not meet the Fire Code — and may not perform when they’re needed most. “If the price seems too good to be true, then it probably is,†said State Fire Marshal Davine. Carbon Monoxide Hazards Heating equipment is the leading source of carbon monoxide at home, Chief Kelleher said, and CO remains a hazard even in warmer weather. While many carbon monoxide incidents involve furnaces and other heating appliances, CO is also produced by stoves, grills, and vehicles, as well as generators put into use during a power outage. “Massachusetts firefighters report detecting carbon monoxide at about 5,000 calls each year,†said Chief Kelleher. “We can’t see, smell, or taste this silent, invisible killer. Working CO alarms are the only way to detect it. Please be sure you have them in place at home. If you hear them sounding, get out to fresh air right away and call 9-1-1 for help.†OP-ED | FROM Page 6 are not only competing; they’re excelling. This growth reflects our broader mission to provide students with academic rigor and athletic opportunities that will help them succeed regardless of their future path. The success of our athletics is rooted in several key factors. First, our small school model allows us to off er personalized attention and tailored programs. With fewer students, we can be more fl exible and adapt to each individual’s needs, whether that means providing extra academic support or focusing on their athletic development. We can push hard in one area and pull back when necessary in another, ensuring students can balance their academic work and athletic commitments. Another reason for our success is the dedication of our coaching staff . We’ve brought in outside coaches who’ve raised the bar signifi cantly. These coaches help our studentathletes see what high-level competition looks like and encourage them to match that intensity. These coaches have instilled in our players a more competitive mindset and a deeper, profound commitment to practice and preparation. Our student-athletes now understand what it takes to compete at the highest level, and they’re doing it. Finally, the family-like atmosphere created at PCSS and PCSS II encourages students to uplift and support one another in the classroom and on the fi eld. Our coaches, students, and staff are deeply committed to each other’s success. While we may not have the state-of-the-art facilities that some schools offer, we make up for it with determination, heart, and a relentless focus on improvement. This family spirit and our rigorous academic environment give students the tools they need to succeed. Having been at PCSS and PCSS II since their beginnings, it’s been incredibly fulfi lling to see how far we’ve come. From starting with just a few teams and minimal resources, our athletic programs have grown alongside our academic success. The stories of our alums returning to campus, sharing their successes in winning championships or excelling in their careers, are a testament to the potential and promise of our schools. These success stories are not just individual triumphs but collective achievements that we can all be proud of. All are reminders of why I do this work. Charter schools like PCSS and PCSS II are not just about providing a winning combination of academic excellence and athletic opportunity. We are committed to creating an environment where students can thrive, succeed in sports and academics, and are supported by a community that genuinely cares about their success. As our athletics continue to grow and our students achieve even more, I’m excited for what the future holds. We’re just getting started, and there’s no limit to what our students can accomplish. RevereTV Spotlight T he Community Channel is loaded with some new content this week! A special program called “Revere Sports Chronicles†aired for the fi rst time on Sunday night featuring Bob Marra as host and local fi lmmaker, Brandon Brito. Brandon, a 2016 graduate of Revere High School, has been working on a documentary about the Revere High School Football Team in 1964. This episode also brings Victor Mancini, Revere Class of ‘65 and No. 40 on that legendary team, to the interview table. “Revere Sports Chronicles†includes a showing of Brandon’s movie Unbeaten after the episode, and this will continue playing on RTV through the month of March. You can also watch it on YouTube at any time. Seniors from the Northeast Metro Tech Dental Assistant Program recorded a show in the RTV studio to inform Revere residents about proper dental homecare. These four students talk about what could cause issues for your teeth if not practicing dental hygiene the right way at home. Some techniques covered are fl ossing correctly and how to brush eff ectively. The students also discuss the health risks of not taking care of your teeth and treatments for if you’re unhappy with the appearance of your teeth. There is a lot to learn! Watch this short program on YouTube or as it airs daily on the Community Channel. You may have noticed some improvements such as rehabilitated parks, beautifi cation of public spaces, and hosting of festivals around the Beachmont neighborhood over the past few years. All of these projects and more are because of the Beachmont Improvement Committee. The BIC has submitted a proRevereTV | SEE Page 15 ׉ Ú7cassandra://PpaWkNm0tGHksJWYhUzFIHeofYmztH9pFMUHzOVXfAsÍ0Í`ÌÔÍ×gÉÚ=Ÿ¦Td] ׉EÚ@THE REVERE ADVOCATE – FRIDAY, MARCH 7, 2025 Page 15 SPORTS | FROM Page 1 • School record in the high jump relay • 3:10.49 in the 1,000-meter: less than one second off the school record • Ninth-place fi nisher in the MIAA Division 1 Meet in the 600-meter “Gemma is one of the most versatile athletes I have ever had the pleasure of coaching,†MacDonald-Ciambelli said. “Every single coach in the GBL knows that Gemma is a threat in every single event she competes in. She is fi ercely competitive and is admired by every single one of her teammates. She approaches every practice and meet with a goal to not only better herself but everyone around her. We are so happy to see that all of her hard work and dedication is being recognized within the league.†Revere’s other GBL AllStars: • Liv Yuong • Olivia Rupp • Gigi Zierten • Zizi Kalliavas • Gianna Chiodi • Danni Hope Randall • Ashley Cabrera Rodriguez • Rania Hamdani • Francoise Kodjo Catching up with Revere Athletics Director Frank Shea By Dom Nicastro A s winter soon gives way to spring, Revere High School Athletics Director Frank Shea caught up with The Advocate and offered insights into a season marked by signifi cant achievements and challenges. “Obviously, you know, we had our ups and downs,†Shea said on the overall season. “We had our successes. The track teams both won the GBL and went undefeated. Girls basketball qualifi ed for the states. Boys basketball didn’t qualify. But the Ethan Day story kind of gave them something very positive to conclude their season.†Girls basketball team shows grit in postseason play Under the guidance of secGemma Stamatopoulos (Courtesy photo) RevereTV | FROM Page 14 gram to RevereTV that covers their mission and accomplishments when it comes to making a difference in Beachmont. You can watch this program now on the Community Channel or at your convenience on YouTube. The latest “In the Loop†PSA was about a community event happening this week! The Revere Arabic Community invited all to attend their fourth Annual Ramadan Iftar Dinner 2025. This is Friday, March 7th and you had to pre-register by last weekend. Don’t worry, RevereTV will have some coverage of this special evening of cultural celebration, which will soon be playing daily over the next few weeks on the Community Channel. As a reminder, the Community Channel is 8 and 1072 on Comcast, and 3 and 614 on RCN. RTV GOV is scheduled with the latest from the City Council Chambers. Other than live coverage, the current scheduled rotation includes replays of the Revere City Council, Planning Board, Zoning Board of Appeals, RHS Building Committee Meeting, and Revere Board of Health. All meetings also stream live to YouTube. RTV GOV is channel 9 for Comcast subscribers and channels 13 and 613 on RCN. ond-year Coach Ariana Rivera, the Revere girls basketball team concluded their season with a solid 11-9 record, securing a spot in the Division 1 tournament. Despite an early exit, the team’s performance was a testament to their hard work and Rivera’s coaching acumen, setting a promising stage for future campaigns, according to Shea. Shea lauded Rivera for her supportive style of coaching and even-keeled demeanor. Ethan Day’s historic performance highlights boys basketball season The boys basketball team experienced a tougher season, fi nishing 8-12 and missing the postseason cut. However, the season was brightened by senior Ethan Day’s remarkable achievement in his fi nal game: a sensational 65-point performance that pushed him past the 1,000-point milestone, making him only the third boy in school history to reach such heights. This season marked boys coach David Leary’s ninth as head coach with the Patriots. “Dave’s another veteran,†Shea said. “He knows the system. I don’t really have to micromanage him. I’m not a micromanager anyway, but I don’t have to look over his shoulders.†Track teams continue to dominate Frank Shea The indoor track teams, both boys and girls, under coaches Racquel MacDonald-Ciambelli and David Fleming, respectively, continued their dominance in the Greater Boston League (GBL). Both teams not only won the GBL but went undefeated through the season, with the girls not having lost a dual meet over the last two seasons. MacDonaldCiambelli’s deep roots in the community and experience — she was a track athlete at Boston College — and Fleming’s recent accolade as a state titlewinning cross-country coach for Brookline have been instrumental in fostering a culture of excellence, according to Shea. Swimming and other sports face rebuilding phases While track and basketball had their moments of triumph, other sports at Revere High faced rebuilding years. The swimming team, coached by Gesar Tsering, is in a period of growth and adjustment, striving to build a competitive team in the coed division. Meanwhile, the hockey team, a cooperative program RHS Athletics Director with Everett, Malden and Mystic Valley, had a down year, and the wrestling team, a cooperative with Malden, faced participation challenges. Revere had only a couple of entrants into hockey and wrestling. Looking forward to spring with new leadership With the winter season wrapped up, attention shifts to spring sports, where new leadership is expected to invigorate the programs. Notably, the baseball team will see a fresh face at the helm, with Sebastian Salvo taking over as head coach. Salvo’s background as a Division 1 player at Fairfi eld (Conn.) University and his presence within the high school promise to bring new energy and strategy to the baseball diamond. Michael Lewis, also in the Revere school system, takes over boys lacrosse. In summarizing the winter season, Shea expressed a balanced view: “We had our ups and downs...but all in all, it was more good than bad.†Like us on Facebook advocate newspaper Facebook.com/Advocate.news.ma ׉ Ú7cassandra://8ooU4QzyaxRCTFd7f-Nj_taWaQDWwUVZtvi1FIVVd1sÍ2Í`ÌÔÍ×gÉÚ=Ÿ¦Td]!×gÉÚ=Ÿ¦Td] Í ªÍrבC’טšÍUÍru׉œ“׉ Ú7cassandra://zAvlscPBwT5xNn-8t-tz5ZjZT-aziFPs9hj2iPqVLTQÎØÍ`Í'Íp׉ Ú7cassandra://Rw9UEyzgEbfKHiZHguUeZidVbPbC7Nk4ocDRhe4SLrIÍ£PÍ`ÍÍà׉ Ú7cassandra://tpRTD1JeQge57dfsIISxtNqwhbjMlhwvDyPWH4rRTWIÍ,ýÍ`ÌÔÍ×gÉÚ†=Ÿ¦Td]]טšÍUÍUÍru׉œ“׉ Ú7cassandra://t3fBX74lxP1FaYahzP6cHytfMMUaYQEYClI0lyVEuEAÎ ôÍ`Í'Íp׉ Ú7cassandra://3mW4impf9UdMUxpiG2vPzOciCpv_onSIyvEtRl9gzVwÍÀ1Í`ÍÍà׉ Ú7cassandra://GuTC6xGH63i0KbXCvt09SI7wQZ38SawJ1hENQvZQKhAÍ2ÖÍ`ÌÔÍ×gÉÚ†=Ÿ¦Td]^’× ×gÉÚ‡=Ÿ¦Td]cÍÍ°G9×H®http://BBB.org× × Ј× ×gÉÚ†=Ÿ¦Td]bÍ‘ÍÌà9×H¿http://www.bbb.org/ScamTracker)× × Ј׉EÚDPage 16 THE REVERE ADVOCATE – FRIDAY, MARCH 7, 2025 SPLASH | FROM Page 13 JetBlue tickets for the top two costume contest winners and the top two fundraisers. The contest winners were “Tiger King,†or Paula Kany of Gloucester and James Giltner of South Boston, who was dressed as one of the Deer Island Wastewater Treatment Plant’s egg-shaped digesters — very fi tting for a Save the Harbor event. The costume contest judges were JetBlue’s Donnie Todd and Kennedy Elsey from “Karson and Kennedy†on Mix 104.1. Both Todd and Elsey have bragging rights as longtime Splash participants. Todd said, “This is my thirteenth year of plunging, so this is nothing new to me. It hypes me up every year and gets me ready for spring.†Not letting the wind deter him he continued, “It’s always a pleasure being able to support Save the Harbor’s Better Beaches Program to raise money for community events and clean beaches.†The top fundraisers were Dave Nardella, John Murphy and Jeff Regan of South Boston, who raised $11,028 and won for the largest team — nearly 100 members of their Penguin Plunge; and Rob McBride of Hanover who raised $2,780. The Splash exceeded its $50,000 goal, raising over $56,000. Each community raised the following amounts for their summer beach programming: • East Boston $9,138 • South Boston $8,953 • Lynn & Nahant $6,978 • Wollaston $6,589 • Nantasket $4,366 • Dorchester $3,838 • Revere $3,140 • Winthrop $2,908 After the splash, participants warmed up in the FMC Ice Sports rink and snagged a hot bowl of clam chowder from The Daily Catch and warm empanadas and rice and beans from Bono. Refreshing beverages were provided by Downeast, Sam Adams, Dogfi sh Head, Topo Chico and Goldpeak. Volo Boston included beach games and a lively DJ set by Rilla Force kept people smiling and moving outside despite the wind chill. The Shamrock Splash and Better Beaches Program is also supported by sponsors including the Department of Conservation and Recreation and the Healey/Driscoll administration for their important annual investment in the Better Beaches Grant Program and free beach events all summer long; JetBlue, FMC Ice Sports, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts, Boston Consulting Group, Calamari Fisheries, Coast Cannabis, Comcast, Harpoon Brewery, NamaStay Sober, Volo Sports, Income Research + Management, National Grid, P&G Gillette, Vertex Pharmaceuticals, the YMCA of Greater Boston, Liberty Mutual Foundation, Coca-Cola Company, Eastern Salt Company, Executive Offi ce of Energy and Environmental Aff airs, and Massport. PARADE | FROM Page 7 uses our public transit system,†said Chief Green. “We want everyone to remember, St. Patrick’s Day is a time for celebration, and it’s essential to prioritize safety and responsible behavior.†The MBTA urges riders to celebrate responsibly, leave their vehicles at home, take public transportation to festivities, and follow these safety tips: • Alcohol consumption and/ or unruly behavior will not be tolerated on the MBTA. • Secure personal belongings, especially in crowded areas. If wearing a backpack, remove it and hold it at your side or set it between your feet. Leave large items like coolers at home. • Let riders off the trains before you board. • Travel on the T without bikes. Bikes (including folding bikes) are not allowed on the MBTA at any time the day of the parade. • Report any suspicious activity or individuals in distress to the nearest police offi cer, call the Transit Police at 617222-1212, or dial 911. • Download the MBTA See Say App to quickly and discreetly report suspicious activity to Transit Police. Using this app, riders can send Transit Police pictures, text messages, and locations of suspicious activity. • Follow the instructions of MBTA Transit Police offi cers and staff who are there to ensure everyone’s safety. • Take care of yourself and others. Seek medical attention when necessary. The MBTA is stressing the importance of celebrating responsibly on public transit. Vandalism and disorderly conduct can create safety hazards, delays, and additional cleaning costs, which can divert valuable resources away from essential maintenance services and improvements that benefi t all riders. 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PO Box 490407, Everett, MA 02149 EVERETT ADVOCATE MALDEN ADVOCATE REVERE ADVOCATE SAUGUS ADVOCATE One year subscription to The Advocate of your choice: $200 per paper in-town per year or $225 per paper out-of-town per year. ׉ Ú7cassandra://tpRTD1JeQge57dfsIISxtNqwhbjMlhwvDyPWH4rRTWIÍ,ýÍ`ÌÔÍ×gÉÚ=Ÿ¦Td]"׉EÚ™THE REVERE ADVOCATE – FRIDAY, MARCH 7, 2025 Page 17 BBB Scam Alert: Watch out for SAT prep scams F or parents of high school students, SAT and ACT scores are a huge deal. With college admissions and scholarships on the line, paying for tutors and test prep materials may be worth the price. But watch out for con artists eager to take advantage of this. Scammers — with access to kids’ names and school information — are tricking parents into paying for bogus SAT and ACT prep materials. How the scam works: You get an unsolicited call from a person claiming to be from the College Board, the company responsible for the PSAT, SAT and AP tests, or another educational organization. The caller claims to be confi rming your address so they can send test prep materials, such as books, CDs or videos, that your child requested at school. It seems so believable! Several people reported to BBB Scam Tracker (https:// www.bbb.org/ScamTracker) that the caller even had their child’s name, phone number, address, school information and/or the date and location of their child’s scheduled test. Of course, there’s a catch. The caller needs you to pay a deposit, sometimes several hundred dollars, for the materials. They claim it will be refunded when the materials are returned after a set number of days. Unfortunately, if you provide your address and credit card details, the materials will never arrive, and your deposit will never be refunded. Scammers now have your credit card number and other personal information. One person shared this experience on BBB Scam Tracker: “A woman called, saying that she was from the SAT/ ACT College Board. She asked to speak to the parent/guardian of my daughter, and used her name. She said my daughter had checked the box at her registration, to receive study materials to be sent to her. The materials included access to an online tutor, papers, and two usb drives. The drives would need to be returned within 30 days or we would be charged for them. She was so smooth, she obviously had my number and acted as though she had my address and email already. When I asked, she gave easy instructions for returning the drives. Then she needed fi nancial information to hold the $250, in case we didn’t return the drives on time. This is where I balked, more at the price than thinking it was a scam. Once I told her that we didn’t need any of the items that bad, she ended the conversation fairly quickly. It wasn’t until after I hung up that I realized she didn’t even quote the correct date for an SAT exam and my daughter doesn’t remember checking any box for materials. It was then that I decided to look online to see if this was a scam. (Note: I was very distracted when I took this call and she sounded so legitimate, I nearly got scammed. Be wise whenever anyone asks for money!)†In another BBB Scam Tracker report, a consumer reported: “He called saying he was college prep for SAT and ACT. He said everything was free of charge and I just needed to put a card down so they have one in the books but when I gave her my card, it declined because I didn’t have enough cash on there, so he did not take any money due to insuffi cient funds, but I am just reporting the scam.†In a different BBB Scam Tracker report, a consumer shared: “Caller, Carson, stated my son had requested SAT prep materials through College Board student services. He had my address, my son’s name, date and location of the SAT test my son is scheduled to take. Caller stated they needed parental permission prior to sending documents and that I needed to give him a credit card number for collateral. We would be sent the college SAT prep materials; the materials would be free of charge for 30 days and we would need to return the materials in the envelope provided and my card wouldn’t be charged. The caller stated they send email reminders prior to the return deadline and will send shipping confi rmation once the material package is mailed out. My card was charged $249.95 instantly.†Another consumer shared on BBB Scam Tracker: “I received a call from Brad [redacted] with College Prep Tutors. Stated that my daughter (knew her name) had requested ACT and SAT study prep materials. He said that they would be sent out via USPS and were free if returned within 30 days, but needed to charge my card to initiate the process, and that it would be refunded upon return of the USB materials. He sounded very legitimate and provided a confi rmation number. I should have looked further before committing as this appears to be a scam.†This consumer reported losing $250. How to avoid test prep scams • Always be wary of unsolicited callers. If someone calls out of the blue asking for payment, always research their organization before you share personal information or agree to receive services or products. Look up the business they claim to represent at BBB.org. Search the name along with the words “scam†or “complaint†to fi nd out if others had negative experiences. Check BBB Scam Tracker to see if anyone else has fi led a report about the company. • Double-check with your child. If scammers say they are calling because of a service your child requested, tell them you need to check with your child first and hang up. Make sure their claims are legitimate before you call back or accept a return call. Don’t send any money or make a payment if there is any doubt about the call. The same is true for emergency scams. • Understand the College Board’s practices. The College Board will never ask you for bank or credit card information over the phone or via email. If a caller suggests otherwise, hang up. SAT | SEE Page 21 1. March 7 is National Cereal Day; what Roman goddess’ name is the source of the word “cerealâ€? 2. What is the diff erence between a UAP and a UFO? 3. What countries were in the Four Nations tournament in 2025? 4. On March 8, 1917, the U.S. Senate voted to institute a limit on what by using cloture? 5. What word comes from fog and smoke? 6. In speaking about newspapers, what author (who patented a “self-pasting scrapbook) said, “Irreverence is the champion of liberty and its only sure defenseâ€? 7. On March 9, 2020, what country announced the fi rst nationwide COVID-19 lockdown? 8. What besides Bulgarian, Georgia, Romania, Russia and Turkey borders the Black Sea? 9. Where is most of the world’s maple syrup produced: Michigan, Quebec or Vermont? 10. On March 10, 1951, what FBI offi cial declined being appointed baseball commissioner? Answers 11. How are the Great Bear, the Little Bear and Orion the Hunter similar? 12. What fast food company is moving its headquarters from Kentucky to Texas? 13. What 1800s author whose last name is the name of a plant stated, “Life, within doors, has few pleasanter prospects than a neatly-arranged and well-provisioned breakfast-tableâ€? 14. On March 11, 2003, the fi rst session of the International Criminal Court was held in what city with a two-word name starting with “Theâ€? 15. What embroidery stitch with a two-word name includes the name of a fl ower? 16. March 12 is National Plant a Flower Day; in what ballet would you fi nd the “Waltz of the Flowersâ€? 17. Who composed “Maple Leaf Rag,†“The Chrysanthemum†and “Heliotrope Bouquetâ€? 18. What is the state fl ower of Massachusetts? 19. What fl ower is famous for being able to follow the sun? 20. On March 13, 1906, what suffragist died who was born in Adams, Mass.? 1. Ceres, the goddess of agriculture, including the cereal grasses 2. Unidentifi ed Anomalous Phenomena and Unidentified Flying Object; a UAP could be in the sea or something not fl ying. 3. Canada, Finland, Sweden and USA 4. Debates 5. Smog 6. Mark Twain 7. Italy 8. Ukraine 9. Quebec 10. J. Edgar Hoover 11. They are constellations. 12. Kentucky Fried Chicken 13. Nathaniel Hawthorne in “ The House of the Seven Gables†14. The Hague, Netherlands 15. Lazy daisy 16. “The Nutcracker†17. Scott Joplin 18. Mayfl ower 19. Sunfl ower 20. Susan B. 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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/subscribe/ THE HOUSE AND SENATE: Beacon Hill Roll Call records local senators’ and representatives’ votes on roll calls from the week of February 24-28. $425 MILLION FOR EMERGENCY ASSISTANCE (EA) SHELTER SYSTEM (H 61) House 127-23, Senate 327, approved and Gov. Maura Healey signed into law a fi scal 2025 supplemental budget that includes $425 million to fund the state’s emergency shelter system and make some changes to tighten eligibility for it. The vote was almost strictly along party lines with all Republicans voting against it and all but four Democrats voting for it. The Democrats say the measure makes major reforms. The Republicans say while the bill includes some reforms they have long sought, it does not go far enough, and they all voted against it. The bill allows families to stay for up to six months in shelters and grants the Secretary of Housing and Livable Communities the authority to grant hardship exemption waivers to families with young children, to families at risk of domestic violence, or other individuals in vulnerable circumstances, to lengthen their stay in shelters. It also caps capacity in the system at 4,000 families for the period Dec. 31, 2025 through Dec. 31, 2026. There were more than 6,000 families relying on the system at the end of January. Another provision provides that benefi ts be given to families consisting entirely of residents of the commonwealth who are citizens of the United States or persons lawfully admitted for permanent residence or otherwise permanently residing in the United States under the color of law, except in cases where a child in the family is a citizen of the United States, a person lawfully admitted for permanent residence or a person permanently residing in the United States under color of law. “This supplemental budget includes critical improvements that I proposed to reduce the taxpayer costs of the family shelter system and make it safer for residents and our communities,†said Gov. Healey. “We all know that urgent action is needed to lower the cost of the system and make sure it is a viable, safe and temporary option for Massachusetts families who have fallen on hard times.†“We struck a balance between our fi scal responsibility to Massachusetts taxpayers and our moral obligation to moms, dads and kids who are in a difficult moment,†said Senate President Karen E. Spilka (D-Ashland). “We prioritize Massachusetts families in need, ensure transparency in the program, and take strong steps to ensure the safety of those in shelter.†“From the beginning of the shelter system crisis, the House has worked to reform the emergency assistance program to ensure that it remains fi nancially viable,†said House Speaker Ron Mariano (D-Quincy). “That’s why the House led the eff ort to cap the maximum length of stay, and to require job training programs for folks in the shelter system, reforms that this supplemental budget builds on. By creating stricter eligibility requirements, along with increased security measures, this supplemental budget is the latest iteration of the House’s continued commitment to protecting vulnerable children and families in Massachusetts in a fi scally sustainable manner.†“I voted against the latest version of the $425 million supplemental budget because it represents an unsustainable expansion of the shelter system without accountability or a tangible long-term plan,†said Sen. Kelly Dooner (R-Taunton). “This budget is fiscally irresponsible and fails to prioritize homeless veterans, seniors and vulnerable families in Massachusetts who are still struggling to fi nd shelter. We need practical solutions that prioritize our most vulnerable residents fi rst.†“The Emergency Shelter System is broken in very signifi - cant ways,†said Rep. John Gaskey (R-Carver). “House Republicans attempted to ensure the system was for Massachusetts families and veterans but Democrats are more concerned with the criminal illegal aliens they have welcomed and protected while many rape, murder and steal. (A “Yes†vote is for the bill. A “No†vote is against it.) Rep. Jessica Giannino Yes Rep. Jeff Turco Yes Sen. Lydia Edwards Yes ADOPT JOINT HOUSE-SENATE RULES FOR 2025-2026 SESSION (H 2026) House 128-23, adopted joint House-Senate rules on how the Legislature operates for the 2025-2026 session. The Senate has already approved its own version of joint rules and the House version now goes to the Senate for consideration. The vote was strictly along party lines with all Democrats voting for the package and all Republicans voting against it. Provisions include requiring joint committees to provide and then post online plain-language summaries of all bills in time for their hearings; requiring committees, when reporting a bill favorably, to provide a document showing any changes made by the committee to the underlying bill and any changes the bill makes to existing law; and requiring all testimony given to committees to be made publicly available in a manner to be determined by each committee. Other provisions include prohibiting committee members from participating in a hearing remotely and requiring that they be physically present at a hearing in order to participate; allowing the public to testify remotely at a hearing; requiring how each individual member votes on polls conducted by the committees to be posted online; and extending the time allowed for formal sessions in the fi rst year of the session from the current third Wednesday in November to the third Wednesday in December. The second year of formal sessions will continue to end on July 31, but under the new rules, the House and Senate would be allowed to return to a formal session to act on reports of conference committees formed by July 31, budget bills and gubernatorial actions including vetoes of items in conference reports. “There are many things in our rules package that align closely with the Senate proposals,†said Majority Leader Rep. Mike Moran (D-Boston). “The House went even further to alleviate the logjam of bills at the end of the session by requiring that bills be voted out of committee in a timely manner after a public hearing. And our constituents will know exactly how the members of a committee handle the bill process when we post hearing attendance and committee votes online. These are meaningful reforms.†“I opposed the Joint Rules package because it did not go far enough in reforming the legislative process to improve transparency and public access,†said Rep. Steven Xiarhos (R-Barnstable). “We need stronger measures to prevent last-minute legislating behind closed doors and to guarantee a more open, deliberative process.†(A “Yes†vote is for the new joint rules. A “No†vote is against them.) Rep. Jessica Giannino Yes Rep. Jeff Turco Yes ADOPT HOUSE RULES FOR 2025-2026 SESSION (H 2024) House 128-23, approved a set of House rules under which the House will operate in 20252026. Provisions include requiring, to the extent practicable, sum׉ Ú7cassandra://SSc5VFnrNiMHWRDY0EV0MJcWi9JzpmID5fnenqFWTk4Í.ÍÍ`ÌÔÍ×gÉÚ=Ÿ¦Td]$׉EÚ"tTHE REVERE ADVOCATE – FRIDAY, MARCH 7, 2025 Page 19 maries provided by committee chairs of bills to be posted online before the House takes them up for a vote; prohibiting committee members from participating in a hearing remotely and requiring that they be physically present at a hearing in order to participate; allowing the public to testify remotely at a hearing; and requiring how each individual member votes on polls conducted by the committees to be posted online. Other provisions include requiring 72-hours-notice before a hearing can be held; requiring members to be physically present to cast their votes, unless the member has active reserve military duty, a serious health condition or limitations related to a member’s pregnancy, including pregnancy loss; and expanding a remote voting option for members for up to 20 weeks of parental leave. “These critical reforms are representative of the House’s strong commitment to the pursuit of a more accessible and effi cient Legislature that is responsive to the concerns of our constituents,†said House Speaker Ron Mariano (D-Quincy). “We remain focused on the all-important responsibility of bettering the General Court as an institution, a goal that I know so many of my colleagues are committed to.†“Recognizing that there are ways we can make the legislative process more effi cient, I am proud of this rules package,†said Rep. Bill Galvin (D-Canton), Chair of the Temporary House committee on House Rules. “The reforms … to govern both branches will help streamline legislative work in the current session, as well as provide the public with a greater understanding of where bills stand in the process.†“The House Republican Caucus off ered a series of rules reforms to shed more light on the legislative process and the inner workings of the House, including a proposal to honor the will of the voters by allowing the state Auditor to conduct the annual fi nancial audit of the House, but these ideas were summarily rejected by our Democratic colleagues,†said Rep. Brad Jones (R-North Reading). “The new House rules package includes some welcome reforms, but it still falls far short of achieving the full transparency needed to restore the public’s confi dence in state government, which is why I voted against it.†“I voted against the House rules package because it fell short of delivering the transparency and accountability the public deserves,†said Rep. Steven Xiarhos (R-Barnstable). “The process should allow for more meaningful debate and input, ensuring all voices are heard rather than consolidating power among a few.†(A “Yes†vote is for the new House rules. A “No†vote is against them.) Rep. Jessica Giannino Yes Rep. Jeff Turco Yes ALLOW STATE AUDITOR TO AUDIT THE HOUSE (H 2024) House 24-127, rejected an amendment that would require the state auditor, currently Diana DiZoglio, to conduct an annual audit of the House. This requirement was approved by the voters on Question 1 on the November 2024 ballot. The amendment would replace a House rule that the state auditor would recommend a fi rm to conduct an annual audit of the House and the business manager of the House would hire that fi rm. “In November of 2024, Question 1 was overwhelmingly approved with the support of nearly 72 percent of the state’s voters who cast a ballot,†said amendment sponsor Rep. Brad Jones (R-North Reading). “This amendment would honor the will of the voters by allowing the state auditor to conduct these annual audits of the House in compliance with Question 1.†“Every city and town in the commonwealth voted for this question to be the law,†said Rep. Marc Lombardo (R-Billerica). “Unfortunately, essentially on party lines, the House Democrats defeated the amendment and once again refused to comply with the will of the voters. Beacon Hill Democrats need to end this inter-governmental feud and fi nally respect the voters and give them the transparency they demand and deserve.†Rep. Michael Day (D-Stoneham) said this new rule would violate the separation of power in the constitution. He noted that Article 30 says the legislative department shall never exercise the executive and judicial powers, the executive shall never exercise the legislative and judicial powers, and the judicial shall never exercise the legislative and executive powers. Day also noted that the House rule that requires the House to hire a firm recommended by the state auditor is suffi cient. (A “Yes†vote is for the amendment requiring the state auditor to conduct an annual audit. A “No†vote is against the amendment.) Rep. Jessica Giannino No Rep. Jeff Turco No POST AUDITS ON LEGISLATURE’S WEBSITE (H 2046) House 23-128, rejected an amendment requiring that if BEACON | SEE Page 20 Service Dogs Can Help Seniors with Disabilities Dear Savvy Senior, What can you tell me about service dogs for seniors with disabilities? My 67-year-old father has chronic arthritis and Parkinson’s disease, and I’m wondering if an assistance dog could help make his life a little easier. Dog Loving Leah Dear Leah, For people with disabilities and even medical conditions, service dogs can be fantastic help, not to mention they provide great companionship and an invaluable sense of security. But be aware that service dogs can be very expensive to purchase and the waiting list to get one can be long. Here’s what you should know. While most people are familiar with guide dogs that help people who are blind or visually impaired, there are also a variety of assistance dogs trained to help people with physical disabilities, hearing loss and various medical conditions. Unlike most pets, assistance dogs are highly trained canine specialists — often Golden and Labrador Retrievers, and German Shepherds — that know approximately 40 to 50 commands, are amazingly wellbehaved and calm, and are permitted to go anywhere the public is allowed. Here’s a breakdown of the diff erent types of assistance dogs and what they can help with. Service dogs: These dogs are specially trained to help people with physical disabilities due to multiple sclerosis, spinal cord injuries, Parkinson’s disease, chronic arthritis and many other disabling conditions. They help by performing tasks their owner cannot do or has trouble doing, like carrying or retrieving items, picking up dropped items, opening and closing doors, turning light switches on and off , helping with balance, assisting with household chores, barking to indicate that help is needed and more. Service dogs can also be trained to help people with medical conditions like epilepsy or other seizure disorders, autism, diabetes, PTSD and other psychiatric disabilities. Guide dogs: For the blind and visually impaired, guide dogs help their owner get around safely by avoiding obstacles, stopping at curbs and steps, navigate shopping centers and buildings, fi nd doors, seats, pedestrian crossing buttons and more. Hearing dogs: For those who are deaf or hearing impaired, hearing dogs can alert their owner to specific sounds such as ringing phones, doorbells, alarm clocks, microwave or oven timers, smoke alarms, approaching sirens, crying babies or when someone calls out their name. Finding a Dog If your dad is interested in getting a service dog, contact some credible assistance dog training programs. To fi nd them, use the Assistance Dogs International website (AssistanceDogsInternational.org) which provides a listing of around 80 accredited members and 25 candidate programs in North America. After you locate a few, you’ll need to either visit their website or call them to fi nd out the types of training dogs they off er, the areas they serve, how long their waiting list is and what they charge. Most dog training programs charge anywhere from $10,000 to $40,000 or more for a fully trained service dog, however, most programs can assist with fundraising or grant applications for those in need. None of that cost is covered by health insurance or Medicare. To get an assistance dog, your dad will need to show proof of his disability, which his physician can provide, and he’ll have to complete an application and go through an interview process. He will also need to go and stay at the training facility for a week or two so he can get familiar with his dog and get training on how to handle it. It’s also important to understand that assistance dogs are not for everybody. They require time, money, and care that your dad or some other friend or family member must be able and willing to provide. Send your senior questions to: Savvy Senior, P.O. Box 5443, Norman, OK 73070, or visit SavvySenior.org. Jim Miller is a contributor to the NBC Today show and author of “The Savvy Senior†book. ׉ Ú7cassandra://UNZwbPYMoehZQvpDecGhqT9ssxvMIgQHHFsDEiqAZVoÍ-µÍ`ÌÔÍ×gÉÚ=Ÿ¦Td]%×gÉÚ=Ÿ¦Td]$Í ªÍrבC’טšÍUÍru׉œ“׉ Ú7cassandra://TLq6XXHy4HNVhR2gWNI_nTfL_MHgVUEbDayfFkGVdDoÎ ÒþÍ`Í'Íp׉ Ú7cassandra://NO174qzZvaZt169yAMRnVpyN-1uZgT1DXssB7eDeKLYÍÃVÍ`ÍÍà׉ Ú7cassandra://-ivOjFTVTW4iiOKjPk_ND33hkuNmCUz3nH72Ia2ET2sÍ3’Í`ÌÔÍ×gÉÚ‰=Ÿ¦Td]jטšÍUÍUÍru׉œ“׉ Ú7cassandra://Xzn40sh3G2-M-el9sO-J_41FGQDZybfpZAK285FCK6UÎ 8iÍ`Í'Íp׉ Ú7cassandra://43YoGNLgcyHdtJzKcf82l4xdq37m_tfYFGwI83Ll4-AͼÍ`ÍÍà׉ Ú7cassandra://ijXXFBok3MvWGkvHAZKA8lKFK6CnA8ESZeFzW05CF24Í1ÑÍ`ÌÔÍ×gÉÚŠ=Ÿ¦Td]k“× ×gÉÚ‹=Ÿ¦Td]qÍ ÍŽB9×H¯http://BBB.org/× × Ј× ×gÉÚ‹=Ÿ¦Td]pÍ ÁÌû@9×H®http://bbb.org× × Ј× ×gÉÚŠ=Ÿ¦Td]oÍ€ÍF> 9×H¯http://call.com× × Ј׉EÚòPage 20 THE REVERE ADVOCATE – FRIDAY, MARCH 7, 2025 BEACON | FROM Page 19 there are any audits of the Legislature by the state auditor, the results must be published on the Legislature’s website in a conspicuous place within 72 hours of receipt. “This amendment aligns with the House Republican Caucus’ ongoing efforts to make the Legislature more transparent and accountable to our constituents,†said amendment sponsor Rep. Brad Jones (R-North Reading). “It simply requires that any audit of the House conducted by the state auditor be posted in a conspicuous place on the General Court website within 72 hours of receipt, so it is readily available and accessible to the public.†“When 72 percent of our citizens are asking for more transparency, ensuring we post the audit within 72 hours would certainly be a step in the right direction,†said Rep. Dave Muradian (R-Grafton). Rep. Michael Day (D-Stoneham) said all audits are already posted on the Legislature’s website. He noted that allowing the auditor to audit the House violates the separation of power in the constitution so there is no reason to require the posting of an audit that that likely will never happen. (A “Yes†vote is for the amendment requiring the posting of an audit. A “No†vote is against requiring it.) Rep. Jessica Giannino No Rep. Jeff Turco No KEEP COMMITTEE POLLS OPEN FOR TWO HOURS (H 2026) House 23-128, rejected an amendment that would require joint committee polls to be open for at least two hours or until all committee members have voted. Committee polls are used to record which members favor or oppose a bill that was heard by the committee. “When voting to advance legislation, it is important that the members understand the bill they’re voting on so they can make an informed decision,†said amendment sponsor Rep. Brad Jones (R-North Reading). “That is not always possible with the short turnaround time required of some polls, especially when the bills under consideration have been redrafted, are lengthy, or are technical in nature. Providing a two-hour window to respond to a poll is a reasonable compromise that will help to ensure that each member feels comfortable with their vote without hampering the committee’s ability to move legislation in a timely fashion.†“In Massachusetts, we have a full-time, professional Legislature, which requires preparation and preparedness,†said Rep. Kathy LaNatra (D-Kingston) who opposed the amendment. “When a poll is released by a committee chair, that should not be the fi rst time we are reading a piece of legislation. Committee polls should remain at the chair’s discretion, ensuring decisions refl ect urgency rather than arbitrary deadlines. Committees I have been on have provided days to review language. We must, however, always maintain our ability to act for our constituents when the time arises.†(A “Yes†vote is for the twohour minimum. A “No†vote is against it.) Rep. Jessica Giannino No Rep. Jeff Turco No NOTIFY REPRESENTATIVES OF COMMITTEE POLLS AT LEAST 12 HOURS IN ADVANCE (H 2024) House 23-128, rejected an amendment that would require all joint committee members to be notifi ed at least 12 hours in advance if the committee is going to poll members electronically. “When a poll is released with a tight deadline to respond, there is always a danger that a committee member may not see it until after the poll has closed because they may be tied up in a constituent meeting, attending a municipal event in their district, or driving to the Statehouse and unable to review their e-mails,†said amendment sponsor Rep. Brad Jones (R-North Reading). “This amendment simply provides members with advance notice of an upcoming poll so they can plan their schedule accordingly and provide a timely response.†“As full-time legislators, committee work and committee votes are a major part of our role,†said Rep. Christine Barber (D-Somerville) who opposed the amendment. “Requiring a 12-hour notice for an electronic poll would not increase the effi ciency of our legislative process and [would] only slow down our work to address critical issues.†(A “Yes†vote is for the 12hour minimum. A “No†vote is against it.) Rep. Jessica Giannino No Rep. Jeff Turco No ALSO UP ON BEACON HILL HOUSE AND SENATE DEMOCRATIC LEADERSHIP TEAMS APPOINTED — House Speaker Ron Mariano (D-Quincy) and Senate President Karen Spilka announced their leadership teams for the 2025-2026 legislative session. The vast majority of the House leadership team remains the same including Rep. Michael Moran of Brighton as majority leader; Rep. Kate Hogan of Stow as speaker pro tempore; Rep. Alice Peisch of Wellesley as assistant majority leader; Rep. Frank Moran of Lawrence as second assistant majority leader; Rep. Danielle Gregoire of Marlborough as First Division chair and Rep. James O’Day of West Boylston as Fourth Division chair. Mariano added two members to leadership positions: Rep. Paul Donato of Medford moves up into the second assistant majority leader post vacated when Rep. Sarah Peake left to work for the Healey administration; Rep. Jeff Roy of Franklin took Donato’s former position as Second Division chair and Rep. Carlos Gonzalez of Springfi eld got the Third Division chair job previously fi lled by retired Rep. Ruth Balser. Over in the Senate, Spilka kept her entire current leadership team intact including Sen. Cindy Creem of Newton as majority leader; Belmont’s Sen. William Brownsberger as president pro tempore; Sens. Joan Lovely of Salem, Michael Barrett of Lexington and Sal DiDomenico of Everett will return as assistant majority leaders; West Roxbury’s Sen. Michael Rush $1 MILLION IN INNOVATION CAREER PATHWAYS GRANTS — The Healey Administration announced $1 million in Innovation Career Pathway grants to 29 school districts. This funding enables districts to plan and implement pathway programs that provide students with coursework and experience in high-demand STEM industries before they graduate high school, including in health care, technology, manufacturing, life sciences and environmental sustainability. “Our administration has invested in Innovation Career Pathways, Early College programs and career technical education opportunities because we know they allow students to explore careers and make critical connections with local businesses and mentors,†said Lt. Gov. Kim Driscoll. “I am grateful to the administrators, educators, employers and community partners who make these programs possible.†855-GO-4-GLAS 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 Lopez, Joseph G Rutstein, Robert Fatone, Toni M REAL ESTATE TRANSACTIONS SELLER1 BUYER2 SELLER2 Lsf9 Master Patricipation Us Bank TNa Tr Maas, Karl Maas, Laura ADDRESS 5 Tracyalan Way DATE PRICE 02.13.25 376 Ocean Ave #1201 02.14.25 785000 465000 Revere ׉ Ú7cassandra://-ivOjFTVTW4iiOKjPk_ND33hkuNmCUz3nH72Ia2ET2sÍ3’Í`ÌÔÍ×gÉÚ=Ÿ¦Td]&׉EÚZTHE REVERE ADVOCATE – FRIDAY, MARCH 7, 2025 Page 21 “We want to support our public schools to enable students to see the connection between what they are learning and what they will need to know in the future,†said Education Secretary Dr. Patrick Tutwiler. “Today’s Innovation Career Pathways investment promotes engaging STEM experiences for students, while deepening local connections with employers and future career opportunities.†BAY STATE SCORES BIG ON ADVANCED PLACEMENT (AP) — Gov. Healey announced that a third of students who graduated from Massachusetts public high schools in 2024 scored a 3 or higher on an Advanced Placement (AP) exam, the state’s highest percentage ever and the highest in the nation for the second year in a row, according to results released by the College Board. A score of 3 out of 5 on an AP exam shows a student’s ability to complete work for an introductory college-level course in that subject area. Most colleges will award students credit for AP scores of 3 or higher when enrolling in college. “Congratulations to the Massachusetts students whose AP scores yet again were the highest in the nation — and the highest in state history,†said Gov. Healey. “To see the AP success rate for the graduating class rise above where it was for the classes before COVID is a true testament to the work of Massachusetts students and educators and to the state’s investments that have made AP exams more aff ordable. Massachusetts students can accomplish amazing things when they are encouraged to participate and given the support they need.†“This is great news both for the members of the class of 2024 and for the students who follow them,†said Lt. Gov. Kim Driscoll. “These students, their teachers and their families have shown what’s possible, and now more students than ever before will have a jump start on what it takes to succeed in college.†$5.5 MILLION TO EXPAND STUDENTS’ BEHAVIORAL AND MENTAL HEALTH SERVICES — The Healey Administration announced that it is awarding $5.5 million in grants to 60 school districts, educational collaboratives and charter schools across Massachusetts to improve student access to behavioral and mental health services and support. Supporters said this funding can be used to create or expand comprehensive, integrated systems of student support and aims, through collaboration with families and educators, to build strong local school partnerships with community-based mental health agencies and/or providers. “Our educators are working to create safe and healthy learning environments that are joyful, engaging and equitable for every child,†said Elementary and Secondary Education Acting Commissioner Russell Johnston. “These grants will help provide student supports that advance that important work.†HOW LONG WAS LAST WEEK’S SESSION? Beacon Hill Roll Call tracks the length of time that the House and Senate were in session each week. Many legislators say that legislative sessions are only one aspect of the Legislature’s job and that a lot of important work is done outside of the House and Senate chambers. They note that their jobs also involve committee work, research, constituent work and other matters that are important to their districts. Critics say that the Legislature does not meet regularly or long enough to debate and vote in public view on the thousands of pieces of legislation that have been fi led. They note that the infrequency and brief length of sessions are misguided and lead to irresponsible late-night sessions and a mad rush to act on dozens of bills in the days immediately preceding the end of an annual session. During the week of Feb. 2428, the House met for a total of ten hours and 24 minutes while the Senate met for a total of two hours and seven minutes. Mon. Feb. 24 House 11:01 a.m. to 11:52 a.m. Senate 11:13 a.m. to 11:22 a.m. Tues. Feb. 25 House 11:01 a.m. to 5:18 p.m. No Senate session Wed. Feb. 26 House 11:00 a.m. to 2:15 p.m. Senate 1:04 p.m. to 2:40 p.m. Thurs. Feb. 27 House 11:00 a.m. to 11:01 a.m. Senate 11:11 a.m. to 11:33 a.m. Fri. 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 î—î’ î€•î€î€“  î’î• î€¶î„îîˆî€ îˆî‘î’î™î„î—îˆî‡ î€î€¥îˆî‡î€ î€î€¥î„î—î‹ î€¥î•îŒî†îŽ î“îîŒî— îŒî‘ îˆî–î— î€³îˆî„î…î’î‡îœî€‘ î‹îŒî– î˜î“î‡î„î—îˆî‡ î‰îˆî„î—î˜î•îˆî– î„ î‘îˆîš î•î’î’î‰î€ î•îˆî‘î’î™î„î—îˆî‡ î…î„î—î‹î•î’î’îî–î€ îî’î‡îˆî•î‘ î„î“î“îîŒî„î‘î†îˆî–î€ î€•î€“î€“î€î„îî“ î–îˆî•î™îŒî†îˆî€ î‹îŒîŠî‹î€îˆî‰î‰îŒî†îŒîˆî‘î†îœ î‹îˆî„î— î€‰ î€¤î€’î€¦î€ î„î‘î‡ î„ î–î“î„î†îŒî’î˜î– î‡îˆî†îŽî€‘ î‘îî’îœ îî’îš î—î„î›îˆî– î„î‘î‡ îî˜î‘îŒî†îŒî“î„î îˆîîˆî†î—î•îŒî† îŒî‘ î„ î“î•îŒîîˆ îî’î†î„î—îŒî’î‘ î„îî îˆî—îˆî• î„î— î€šî€›î€”î€î€›î€•î€“î€î€˜î€™î€œî€“ î‹î’î’î–îˆ î€°î„î‘îŠî’ îˆî„îî—îœ î€¼î’î˜î• î•î˜î–î—îˆî‡ îˆî„î î–î—î„î—îˆ î€³î„î•î—î‘îˆî• îŠîŠîœ î‹îˆî—î‹îˆî• îœî’î˜îªî•îˆ î„ î‹î’îîˆî’îšî‘îˆî• îî’î’îŽîŒî‘îŠ î—î’ î–îˆîî î’î• î„ î…î˜îœîˆî• î–îˆî„î•î†î‹îŒî‘îŠ î‰î’î• îœî’î˜î• î‡î•îˆî„î î‹î’îîˆî€ î„î‘îŠî’ îˆî„îî—îœ îŒî– î‹îˆî•îˆ î—î’ îŠî˜îŒî‡îˆ îœî’î˜ îˆî™îˆî•îœ î–î—îˆî“ î’î‰ î—î‹îˆ îšî„îœî€‘ îŒî—î‹ îœîˆî„î•î– î’î‰ îˆî›î“îˆî•îŒîˆî‘î†îˆ î„î‘î‡ î„ î‡îˆî‡îŒî†î„î—îˆî‡ î—îˆî„îî€ îšîˆ î’î‰î‰îˆî• î‹îˆî—î‹îˆî• îœî’î˜îªî•îˆ î„ î‹î’îîˆî’îšî‘îˆî• îî’î’îŽîŒî‘îŠ î—î’ î–îˆîî î’î• î„ î…î˜îœîˆî• î“îˆî•î–î’î‘î„îîŒîîˆî‡î€ îŽî‘î’îšîîˆî‡îŠîˆî„î…îîˆ î–î˜î“î“î’î•î— î—î‹î„î— îî„îŽîˆî– î—î‹îˆ î“î•î’î†îˆî–î– î–îî’î’î—î‹ î„î‘î‡ î–î˜î†î†îˆî–î–î‰î˜î î˜î• îŠî’î„î îŒî– î‘î’î— î’î‘îîœ î—î’ î‹îˆîî“ îœî’î˜ î…î˜îœ î’î• î–îˆîî î…î˜î— î—î’ îˆî‡î˜î†î„î—îˆ î„î‘î‡ îˆîî“î’îšîˆî• îœî’î˜ î—î’ îî„îŽîˆ îŒî‘î‰î’î•îîˆî‡ î‡îˆî†îŒî–îŒî’î‘î– î€¬î‰ îœî’î˜î€Šî•îˆ îî’î’îŽîŒî‘îŠ î‰î’î• î„ î—î•î˜î–î—îˆî‡ î“î„î•î—î‘îˆî• îŒî‘ î•îˆî„î îˆî–î—î„î—îˆî€ îî’îŒî‘ î˜î– î„î— î€°î„î‘îŠî’ îˆî„îî—îœ î—î’î‡î„îœî€‘ î’îŠîˆî—î‹îˆî•î€ îšîˆî€Šîî îî„îŽîˆ îœî’î˜î• î•îˆî„î îˆî–î—î„î—îˆ îî’î˜î•î‘îˆîœ î„ î–î˜î†î†îˆî–î– î’î‘î—î„î†î— î˜î– î—î’î‡î„îœ î—î’ îŠîˆî— î–î—î„î•î—îˆî‡î€‘ î‹îˆîî“ îœî’î˜ î…î˜îœ î’î• î–îˆîî î…î˜î— î—î’ îˆî‡î˜î†î„î—îˆ î„î‘î‡ îˆîî“î’îšîˆî• îœî’î˜ î—î’ îî„îŽîˆ îŒî‘î‰î’î•îîˆî‡ î‡îˆî†îŒî–îŒî’î‘î– î€¬î‰ îœî’î˜î€Šî•îˆ îî’î’îŽîŒî‘îŠ î‰î’î• î„ î—î•î˜î–î—îˆî‡ î“î„î•î—î‘îˆî• îŒî‘ î•îˆî„î îˆî–î—î„î—îˆî€ îî’îŒî‘ î˜î– î„î— î€°î„î‘îŠî’ îˆî„îî—îœ î—î’î‡î„îœî€‘ î’î• î€¶î„îîˆî€ î„î•îŠîˆ î€î€˜î€œî€› î–î” î‰î— î–îŒî‘îŠîîˆî€î‰î„îîŒîîœ î‹î’îîˆ î–îŒî—î˜î„î—îˆî‡ î’î‘ î„ î€™î€î€œî€šî€“ î–î” î‰î— îî’î— îŒî‘ îˆî™îˆî•îˆî€  î‹îŒî– î“î•î’î“îˆî•î—îœ î‰îˆî„î—î˜î•îˆî–  î–î“î„î†îŒî’î˜î– î…îˆî‡î•î’î’îî–î€ î€• î…î„î—î‹î•î’î’îî–î€ î„î‘î‡ î’î‰î‰îˆî•î– î‰î„î‘î—î„î–î—îŒî† îŒî‘î™îˆî–î—îîˆî‘î— î’î“î“î’î•î—î˜î‘îŒî—îŒîˆî– î’î†î„î—îˆî‡ î†îî’î–îˆ î—î’ î–î‹î’î“î“îŒî‘îŠî€ î‡îŒî‘îŒî‘îŠî€ î“î˜î…îîŒî† î—î•î„î‘î–î“î’î•î—î„î—îŒî’î‘î€ î„î‘î‡ îî„îî’î• î‹îŒîŠî‹îšî„îœî– î‰î’î• î˜îî—îŒîî„î—îˆ î†î’î‘î™îˆî‘îŒîˆî‘î†îˆî€‘ î„îî î˜îˆ î„î— î€™î€”î€šî€î€›î€šî€šî€î€— î’î• î€µîˆî‘î—î€ î€¨î›î“îˆî•îŒîˆî‘î†îˆ îî˜î›î˜î•îœ îîŒî™îŒî‘îŠ î„î— î€·î‹îˆ î’î˜î‘î‡î•îœ îŒî‘ î„îŽîˆî‰îŒîˆîî‡î€„ î‹îˆî–îˆ îî’î‡îˆî•î‘ î†î’î‘î‡î’î– î‰îˆî„î—î˜î•îˆ î–î“î„î†îŒî’î˜î– îî„îœî’î˜î—î–î€ î‘îˆîš î„î“î“îîŒî„î‘î†îˆî–î€ îŠî„î•î„îŠîˆ î“î„î•îŽîŒî‘îŠî€ î„î‘î‡ î–î—î˜î‘î‘îŒî‘îŠ î…î„îî†î’î‘îœ î™îŒîˆîšî– î’î†î„î—îˆî‡ îŒî‘ î„ î“î•îŒîîˆ î–î“î’î— î‘îˆî„î• î—î‹îˆ î†î’îîî˜î—îˆî• î•î„îŒî î„î‘î‡ î‡î’îšî‘î—î’îšî‘ î’î• îî’î•îˆ î‡îˆî—î„îŒîî– î†î„îî îˆî„ î„î— î€™î€”î€šî€î€˜î€œî€—î€î€œî€” î’î• î€¶î„îîˆî€ î•îŒîîˆ î€–î€î€©î„îîŒîîœ î€³î•î’î“îˆî•î—îœ îŒî‘ î™îˆî•îˆî—î— î‹îŒî– îîˆî—îŒî†î˜îî’î˜î–îîœ îî„îŒî‘î—î„îŒî‘îˆî‡ î“î•î’î“îˆî•î—îœ î…î’î„î–î—î– î—î‹î•îˆîˆ î–î“î„î†îŒî’î˜î– î˜î‘îŒî—î–î€ îˆî„î†î‹ îšîŒî—î‹ îŠî•îˆî„î— î•îˆî‘î—î„î î“î’î—îˆî‘î—îŒî„î î‡îˆî„îîîœ îî’î†î„î—îˆî‡ î‘îˆî„î• î“î˜î…îîŒî† î—î•î„î‘î–î“î’î•î—î„î—îŒî’î‘î€ î–î‹î’î“î“îŒî‘îŠî€ î„î‘î‡ î‡îŒî‘îŒî‘îŠî€ îŒî— î’î‰î‰îˆî•î– î†î’î‘î™îˆî‘îŒîˆî‘î†îˆ î„î‘î‡ îî’î‘îŠî€î—îˆî•î î™î„îî˜îˆî€‘ î’î‘î€Šî— îîŒî–î– î—î‹îŒî– î’î“î“î’î•î—î˜î‘îŒî—îœî€„ î’î‘î—î„î†î— î˜îˆ î‰î’î• îî’î•îˆ î‡îˆî—î„îŒîî– î’î• î—î’ î–î†î‹îˆî‡î˜îîˆ î„ î–î‹î’îšîŒî‘îŠî€ î€î€›î€šî€šî€î€— î’î• î€µîˆî‘î—î€î€³î•îŒîîˆ î–îˆî†î’î‘î‡î€î‰îî’î’î• î’î‰î‰îŒî†îˆ î–î“î„î†îˆ î„î™î„îŒîî„î…îîˆ îŒî‘ îîŒî‰î—î’î‘î‡î„îîˆ î€¶î”î˜î„î•îˆî€ î„î˜îŠî˜î– î‹îŒî– î–î“î„î†îŒî’î˜î– î˜î‘îŒî— îŒî‘î†îî˜î‡îˆî– î‰î’î˜î• îî„î•îŠîˆ î•î’î’îî–î€ î„ 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