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ADDOCCO TEAT Free Every Friday 617-387-2200 Friday, April 4, 2025 Large turnout of support for proposed soccer stadium M By Neil Zolot ayor Carlo DeMaria and State Senator Sal DiDomenico were pleased with a turnout of approximately 100plus people and support they heard about building a professional soccer stadium in Everett, at a public forum in the City Council Chamber at City Hall on Monday, March 31. “I heard some good feedback,” DeMaria said. “The concerns I heard are consistent with mine, which we’ll try to mitigate.” “I was glad to see so many people here tonight,” DiDomenico said. “There was engagement by and with the community. I feel there’s support.” He feels the project will be a catalyst for changes that will benefi t the entire community. Resident David Senatillaka said the project will transform Everett from an industrial city to an eco-friendly destination for recreation. “Wynn, Davis and the Krafts came to Everett,” former Ward 6 Councillor Al Lattanzi said in reference to the developers of the casino, a proposed lithium battery storage facility and the soccer stadium for the New England Revolution, which would also host concerts. “What do they know we don’t? Everett is a hidden gem.” There was also a contingent of union workers who work on construction projects. “We want to have the stadium,” Everett resident Kevin Ricci, an electrician, said. “It will help us out with employment and will attract people to Everett that will patronize other businesses.” “People won’t just come for a game. They’ll go to other businesses,” Stephanie McCollough of Clean Up Everett agreed. “There’ll be jobs, but not just at Mayor Carlo DeMaria (left) and State Senator Sal DiDomenico are shown in the City Council Chamber on Monday night for the community meeting about the proposed professional soccer stadium. (Advocate photo by Neil Zolot) SOCCER STADIUM | SEE PAGE 2 City Councillors skeptical F. J. LaRovere Insurance Agency, Inc. 492 Broadway Everett, MA 02149 617-387-9700 phone 617-387-9702 fax INSURANCE FOR AUTO, HOME, AND BUSINESS We offer very competitive rates, and by representing many different companies we can shop for the best price for our customers. Call us today! 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He gets things done. All the improvements we want SOCCER STADIUM | SEE PAGE 9 Mayor DeMaria Reads to First-Grade Students at the Madeline English School Toys! $599.95 Collectibles! $1,195.95 Mayor Carlo DeMaria alongside Ms. Cardillo and Mrs. Wong-Keefe’s fi rst-grade class at the Madeline English School. Lawn and Yard CareUSA It’s Time For SPRING CLEANOUTS Cutting, Weeding, Mulching, Trimming, Brushes, Shrubs & More! 781-521-9927 Everett Supplies Aluminum 10 Everett Ave., Everett 617-389-3839 Celebrating 66 Years in Business! •Vinyl Siding •Free Estimates •Carpentry Work •Fully Licensed •Decks •Roof ng • Fully Insured • Replacement Windows www.everettaluminum.com Now’s the time to schedule those home improvement projects you’ve been dreaming about all winter! Mayor Carlo DeMaria alongside the eighth-grade student council at the Madeline English School. M ayor Carlo DeMaria recently had the pleasure of reading “One Fish, Two Fish, Red Fish, Blue Fish” by Dr. Seuss to students in Ms. Cardillo and Mrs. Wong-Keefe’s fi rst-grade class at the Madeline English School. The Mayor also had the pleasure of meeting with the eighth-grade student council who were on-hand to ensure the event was a success. Spring is Here! Call LAWNS Cut From $25 ׉ 7cassandra://At8jRgESbyF0Uar5GjXBlqZ5MAW2x2SfLJqUSQLjO7E?`g׼"'H׉E THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, ApRil 4, 2025 Page 3 Mass. Funeral Directors Association honors Frederick E. Cafasso of Frederick Cafasso & Sons, Inc. in Everett, Mass., for 50 years of professional licensure F rederick E. Cafasso of Frederick Cafasso & Sons, Inc. in Everett was recently honored for his 50 years of professional licensure as a funeral director by the Massachusetts Funeral Directors Association (MFDA) at its annual Funeral Service Appreciation Night held in Needham, Mass. MFDA is the recognized voice and resource for information on issues aff ecting the funeral service profession and the bereaved community. Frederick Cafasso started the funeral business in 1932 and successfully operated it until 1977. Fred, a second-generation funeral director, took over as director. He has lived in Everett for almost his entire life. Fred remains active in the Everett community, serving on many boards, professional organizations and civic groups. Frederick Cafasso & Sons, Inc. has continued to operate for over 90+ years under the direction of the Cafasso Family: Fred, Louise, Joseph and Fred, Jr. Pictured from left to right: Frederick Cafasso, Jr., Joseph Cafasso, Louise Cafasso, Frederick Cafasso and Kerry Cafasso. 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The picture does not do justice as to the works of art she has performed. Upon the altar YOUR LOCAL NEWS & SPORTS IN SIX LANGUAGES. SUBSCRIBE TO THE ADVOCATE ONLINE BY SCANNING HERE! are loaves of bread, sculptured to depict the images of what her mother did years ago: the hammer and saw, Joseph’s burro, palms, fi sh, Mary’s heart and the staff . Starting in early February, Connie would start from scratch baking and then freezing her beloved fi gures until just before she set up her altar arrangements. And so, on March 15, the Ladies of the Appian Club, with the help of the Appian Men, before a full house, prepared a delicious meal and topped it off with some zeppole and danced to the music of a DJ. The bread was auctioned off to the attending members, and the monies were donated to various local charities. The Appian Club of Stoneham, which was established in 1985, is dedicated to promoting and cultivating Italian culture. For further details about club activities (monthly dinners, Italian classes for children and adults, scholarship awards), please contact John Nocella at john02180@ gmail.com or call 781-438-5687. Appian Club Celebrates St. Joseph Feast ׉ 7cassandra://gojwxv2BrxI2nSU49hNn4QnwO0IGQM-QhdsQO1-XrEU?!`g׼"'H#׉E $THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, ApRil 4, 2025 Page 5 Sen. DiDomenico joins firefighters from across the Commonwealth ing PTSD as a disability and creating a presumption that PTSD was suffered in the line of duty, first responders can receive the timely and adequate medical care they need to prevent chronic, disabling and potentially life-threatening disorders from developing. 8 Norwood St. Everett (617) 387-9810 Open Tues. - Sat. at 4:00 PM Closed Sun. & Mon. (Courtesy photo) S tate Senator Sal DiDomenico recently joined the Professional Firefighters of Massachusetts (PFFM) annual legislator’s night in Boston. “I am proud to support all the great firefighters in my district and throughout the state who keep our communities safe,” said DiDomenico. “I also want to thank Craig Hardy, for being a good friend and strong advocate for firefighters across the Commonwealth.” DiDomenico is a longtime supporter of firefighters and has championed legislation, S.1821, An Act relative to disability or death caused by post-traumatic stress disorder, which would ensure that Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) be treated like any other disability and help end the stigma associated with mental health assistance for first responders. By definMayor DeMaria Announces Everett’s Annual Easter Spring Fling Event All are welcome to celebrate the arrival of spring with games, treats, entertainment, and more Special to The Advocate M ayor Carlo DeMaria is pleased to announce that the City of Everett will host the annual Easter Spring Fling on Thursday, April 17, from 3:30 p.m. to 6 p.m. at the Everett Recreation Center (47 Elm Street). Residents of all ages are welcome to celebrate Easter and the arrival of spring at this annual event. Activities include photos with the Easter Bunny, a magic show, games, treats, face painting, petting zoo, balloon creations, live children’s entertainment, and a wonderful time for all. This fun and family-friendly celebration is open to all who wish to participate. For more information, please visit cityofeverett.com/events/ easter-2025. 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Go With the BEST It Doesn’t Get BETTER! RENTAL CARS Available how his legislative proposal would eliminate the negative impacts of infl ation increases in the future. Current law ensures that state funding for public schools keeps pace with infl ation, but year over year the infl ation increases are capped at 4.5%. This cap has impacted funding levels in recent years when inflation rose to 7% (in 2022) and 8% (in 2023). DiDomenico’s bill would remove the infl ation cap, so that if infl ation rises above 4.5% again, school budgets would still keep pace with the increasing costs. “Public education is one of my top priorities,” said Senator DiDomenico, “and I am proud to be the lead sponsor to eliminate the inflation cap on our education funding to guarantee that all school districts get the investments and resources they need even as costs rise higher and higher each year. I will continue to be an ardent advocate for our schools and teachers so our children can have the best education and childhood we can possibly provide. This cap has hurt our districts and has the potential Sal DiDomenico State Senator to continue aff ecting school budgets in the future, and that is why this legislation is even more critical going forward.” Senator DiDomenico cohosted the event with his colleagues Senators Pavel Payano and Robyn Kennedy, who have filed similar bills to address this issue. The convening featured testimony from policy analysts and from school committee members in DiDomenico’s district and across the state. Hearts, Hugs & Hope: An Alzheimer’s Support Group at Forestdale Park Senior Living A pril 29, 2025, 5:30 pm, at Forestdale Park Assisted Living and Memory Care Community, 341 Forest Street, Malden. Our support group for caregivers meets in person at Forestdale Park. 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The event will be held 3-5PM at Bread of Life, 54 Eastern Ave, Malden Just Desserts will be a family-friendly afternoon of desserts, coff ee, tea, music, and raffles to raise awareness of Bread of Life’s Programs. “We are excited to bring back our Just Desserts fundraiser,stated Gabriella Snyder Stelmack, Bread of Life’s Executive Director . “ We hosted a similar event many years ago and for this event, we are looking forward to welcoming our community to our new building to share a fun afternoon of delicious treats.”The event will be held in the Bread of Life Tom Feagley Dining Hall, located at 54 Eastern Ave., Malden. Dessert tastings confi rmed to date include bakery items provided by Encore Boston Harbor, Sweet Spices By Glo, Sweet Spot Bakery, Melrose,Stop N Shop, Medford, Stop N Shop, Malden, Lyndell’s Bakery, Somerville, Whole Foods, Melrose, Colarusso’s Bakery, Stoneham, Kennedy³s Café, Stoneham, Cupcake City, Reading, Malden Girl Scout Troop # 71131, Dunkin’, Broadway, Malden, Modern Pastry, Medford, Pages and Pastries Book Club, Hoff’s Bakery, and Tiff any’s Tasty Treats, Peabody. Malden Chamber of Commerce member, New England Security, is also donating baked goods for the event. Thank you to generous sponsors to date, Mark and Alice Golub, Winchester Co-Operative Bank, Sandra G. Krane, and Mystic Valley Elder Services. Tickets are $25 per person (children 12 and under $10) and can be purchased online at www.breadoflifemalden. orgor by mailing payment to Bread of Life, 54 Eastern Avenue, Malden, MA 02148 ATTN: Just Desserts.For more information and to inquire about sponsorship opportunities, contact Patty Kelly 781-8204749 patty.kelly@breadoflifemalden.org About Bread of Life: Founded in 1980, Bread of Life is a one of the largest providers and distributors of food to at risk families in Greater Boston. In 2024, Bread of Life staff and volunteers served over one million meals to hungry, homeless, and isolated families and individuals. Programs provided by Bread of Life include serving evening meals four nights per week to approx. 100 guests in addition to off ering food pantry services from Malden and Everett food pantries.The Bread of Life Backpack Nutrition Program serves nutritious food and snacks to Everett school students. 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The March program focused on cultural agility and coexistence and how it can be utilized in the workplace to enhance collaboration and the services that are provided by the City. Bishop Regina Shearer speaking to City of Everett staff. City staff were pleased to once again be joined by Zion Church Ministries Executive Pastor Bishop Regina Shearer. During the program, she engaged with City staff by encouraging attendees to think about their own cultural traditions and the traditional food they consume while also recognizing the similarities and differences that are shared with other cultures. Following sharing this information with each other, Bishop Shearer connected it to the importance of understanding and accepting the different cultural traditions of coworkers to foster mutual respect and coexistence to increase cohesiveness between teams. During the presentation, open dialogue between attendees was encouraged for the purpose of learning from each other to create better understanding amongst staff for the betterment of serving constituents. Lunch and Learn is a monthly program created and moderated by the City of Everett’s Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Department. The program is an opportunity for City staff to come together, share ideas and experiences and discuss new topics while enjoying lunch. The series is a part of the City’s commitment to engage, educate and elevate. ~ Guest Commentary ~ Medicare fraud should be next in line for DOGE T By Sally C. Pipes he Department of Government Efficiency’s crackdown on waste, fraud, and abuse is off to a fast start. But as an engine of government savings, DOGE still has substantial untapped potential. That’s because it hasn’t yet addressed the fraud crippling one of the federal government’s largest programs: Medicare. 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It’s going to happen.” “We’ll figure out things that make sense for the stadium and the community,” Transportation Director Jay Monty, who was sitting beside DeMaria and DiDomenico, said. DiDomenico explained the legislative process that led to the proposal for a 25,000-seat soccer stadium and concert venue on a 43.1-acre parcel on Alford Street across Lower Broadway from the casino and across the Mystic River from Charlestown, including an economic development bill, S.2692, that will lift the land’s classification as a Designated Port Area (DPA) when Community Benefit Agreements (CBAs) are crafted with Everett and Boston. That will trigger the Massachusetts Environmental Policy Act (MEPA) process and local site plan review on the actual construction of the stadium. “We spent the last two years refining the legislation,” he said. “It doesn’t refer to the soccer stadium, it’s about the DPA. It said to lift the DPA to allow us to explore the possibility of a soccer stadium. There’ll be several ways for the community to be engaged in this. There will be ample opportunities to be involved. Nothing is pending. This is just the beginning.” The legislation, titled An Act relative to economic development on the Mystic River, also mandates a project be completed within five years of its signing, which is November 2029. A stadium is a preferred option, in part due to input from environmental groups, like Conservation Law Foundation, which lobbied for a use that would benefit the community and against condominiums people in Everett couldn’t afford. It includes provisions for consultation between the Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection (MassDEP) and the Office of Coastal Zone Management to take resilience to coastal flood damage into consideration, but DiDomenico also said he is disappointed that the environmental lobbyists have withdrawn from the process. “Groups came to us and said we had to get this done,” he said. “They were adamant about getting something signed before the DPA was lifted, but since the agreement was signed, they have left the field.” If a CBA cannot be crafted by May 1, the Cities of Everett and Boston and The Kraft Group will be required to enter nonbinding mediation. If it is not finalized by December 31, the parties will be required to enter binding arbitration. “I believe there’ll be agreements in place before that,” DiDomenico said. Current plans for the CBA include establishment of a fouracre public park, a $5 million initial contribution and continued support for a community center that can be used year round, an annual contribution of $1 million or a mutually agreed on total based on ticket sales for an as yet undetermined purpose or purposes, a $10 million payment to a Housing Stabilization Fund, an as yet undetermined number of tickets to be made available to the city for regular season New England Revolution home soccer games and other events at no cost to the city, incorporation of renewable energy measures in the stadium and opportunities for Everett residents to get 50% of the jobs in the first five years of the stadium’s operation, with competitive wages and benefits and not requiring a college degree. It could also include Payment In Lieu of Taxes (PILOT), often an incentive for developers when a community doesn’t require them to pay taxes, but asks for PILOTs of a lower amount. “PILOTs are sometimes considered to incentivize development of areas that are blighted or require significant private investment,” DeMaria’s Chief of Staff, SOCCER STADIUM | SEE PAGE 11 Furniture, TV’s, Wall Hangers, Washer & Dryer and so much more! New St. Anthony’s Flea Market 250 Revere St., Revere, Lower Hall Indoor Flea Market SATURDAY, APRIL 12, 2025 from 8:00 AM - 2:00 PM Admission .50 Cents NEW VENDORS WELCOME! Free Coffee & Tea! To rent a table, call Lynda: (781) 910-8615 Advocate Online: www.advocatenews.net J& • Reliable Mowing Service • Spring & Fall Cleanups • Mulch & Edging • Sod or Seed Lawns • Shrub Planting & Trimming • Water & Sewer Repairs Joe Pierotti, Jr. S LANDSCAPE & MASONRY CO. 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Named after Dorothy Martin Long, the luncheon celebrated the visions, voices and impact of women as part of the City’s celebration of Women’s History Month. Long, who was a lifelong Everett resident, had a significant impact on the Everett community through public service and her passion for volunteering. Her volunteerism included work with organizations like the Malden YMCA and Mystic Valley Elder Services, as well as Housing Families, Inc., where she dedicated 16 years to tutoring homeless children. For those efforts, she was honored in 2018 at Gillette Stadium as a Patriot’s Difference Maker. Long served on the Everett School Committee and was elected Commissioner of the Everett Charter Commission, where she led a team effort to rewrite and modernize the City’s constitution. She also served on the City’s Diversity and Equity Task Force and was on the Board of Directors of the Devens School, along with being an Election Warden in the City of Everett. The City of Everett’s Director of Diversity, Equity and IncluThe City of Everett recently celebrated Women’s History Month at the second annual Dorothy Martin Long Women’s History Month Luncheon. sion, Cathy Draine, who served as emcee of the event, was pleased to welcome this year’s keynote speaker, Kristy Anderson Magras, who is a proud native of Malden and currently a counselor at Malden High School. She has also worked with at-risk and housing-insecure youth and served as a mentor for the YWCA’s “WorkSmart” program, which helps ensure vulnerable students have access to quality postsecondary education and employment opportunities. In addition to Magras, speakers at the luncheon included Mayor Carlo DeMaria and State Representative Joe McGonagle. During the ceremony, longtime Everett community member Jay Holt was recognized for recently being nominated by Rep. McGonagle and honored by the Massachusetts Black & Latino LegisMayor Carlo DeMaria alongside attendees at the second annual Dorothy Martin Long Women’s History Month Luncheon. lative Caucus at the annual “Black Excellence on the Hill” event at the State House. As the ceremony closed, attendees were invited to enjoy a free meal. “Thank you all for a wonderful time at such an important event to ensure that Dorothy Martin Long’s legacy will be forever remembered here in Everett,” said Mayor DeMaria. “I’d also like to thank everyone who helped make this event a successful celebration of the achievements and contributions of women to our community and around the world.” All of the upcoming City of Everett events can be found by visiting the events calendar on the City website at cityofeverett. com/calendar/category/events/ list. Residents can also follow the official social media pages on Facebook, Instagram and X (formerly Twitter) to stay updated. Facebook: /cityofeverettma and /mayorcarlodemaria. Instagram: @cityofeverettma and @mayorcarlodemaria. X: @EverettGov_MA and @Mayor_DeMaria. All are welcome to attend the upcoming events. From left: State Rep. Joe McGonagle, Jay Holt, Mayor Carlo DeMaria, City of Everett Director of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Cathy Draine and Director of Veterans Affairs Antoine Coleman. Keynote speaker Kristy Anderson Magras joined by Mayor Carlo DeMaria, City of Everett staff and other attendees at the second annual Dorothy Martin Long Women’s History Month Luncheon. ׉ 7cassandra://PcxGrYypIt7XSNB9vaw7JBPF-X-F3rF3YnYOzMcqQTs9<`g׼"'H)׉E THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, ApRil 4, 2025 Page 11 SOCCER STADIUM | FROM PAGE 9 Erin Deveney, explained. “Generally speaking, and not specific to the stadium project specifically, developers seek PILOTs for financial relief for the investment made in projects while at the same time agreeing to a stream of revenue to support that community through the payments made under such agreements.” However, everything is still subject to negotiation. Some people in the audience spoke against the project or voiced concerns about parking and traffic. “A 25,000-seat stadium with only 75 parking spaces; I just don’t get it,” Ward 6 Councillor Peter Pietrantonio said. He was one of many councillors in attendance. They did not convene a meeting and waited in line along with others to ask questions and make comments during the forum. “We did this so no one would be able to bring a vehicle,” DeMaria answered. “There’ll be a lot of public transportation down there,” a reference to new bus lines and transit stations. Pietrantonio continued, “We want to build, we just don’t want a stadium.” “What goes there?” DiDomenico asked. “I’ll leave it up to you. You’re the brains,” Pietrantonio answered. “When people speak, they can’t say the people of Everett don’t want this stadium,” Eamon Kernan said in reference to the support for the stadium in the room. He also said his family lives near a major soccer stadium in Ireland easily accessible by public transportation and he works for the state Department of Transportation and feels the transportation enhancements will work. “At the end of the day, I believe this will be something the people of Everett will be happy about,” DeMaria interjected. “There are serious problems and the Krafts are the only ones who have stepped up to clean the site,” DiDomenico answered when asked about the cleanup of the site. “I believe this is our best opportunity to get the area cleaned up,” DeMaria added. “They’re spending close to $1 billion of their own money with no subsidies. I’d rather see the companies that polluted the land clean it up, but that’s long gone.” “Why is the answer to a cleanup build, build, build?” resident Jeff Parente asked. “Nature can come back on its own.” He also said that any jobs generated by construction and operation of the stadium should “have livable wages so people can afford to live in the city.” Parente and others said the proposal should be a ballot question. “I don’t see why this can’t come up for a vote,” he said. “I don’t like the idea of multimillionaires coming into our city and telling us what to do with our land. Most people here seem to be on your side. You shouldn’t be worried about a vote.” “People have said to put it on the ballot,” Ward 5 Councillor Robert Van Campen added. “I believe it will make people feel better. It has support. I believe people will approve it.” DeMaria answered that with a December 31 deadline to craft a CBA, it might not be possible to put it on a November ballot. “Historically, private developments have not been voted on in this community,” DiDomenico added. “The only time you see voting on a stadium is when public dollars are involved. There are no public dollars involved.” Councillor-at-Large Michael Marchese said he is in favor of the project, but would “like to see the revenue stream trickle down to the people of Everett.” ׉ 7cassandra://VIv0luYhDQDM8Az9Ops03TYRqGJM1xwfioevzLPmZBs(Q`g׼"'H*g׼"'H) rבCטUru׉׉ 7cassandra://h9cxGNLhbUdWiSFlEeQpRX-_OWY07EdTivjA_ve4_0Aid`'p׉ 7cassandra://E4geAm0kJ09xm08H8OZD_qAsJIqXiaHLkngw0jlM0Gou`׉ 7cassandra://nCKDsQQq0PvbInAQI1l3cmnHqJquizcmKz4qE2bywCA'`g"'O}טUUru׉׉ 7cassandra://F75m19eKyoDxXyIwOCWXnsXsdL4fXq5jT3DNoPFnKZY`'p׉ 7cassandra://NB0-m0g3ec3EY_AbrQUnZo8860U3gPS5QWoNyzMmTK0ͯ`׉ 7cassandra://ueap1s-oy93-Ri5IMcI-IdiNpIcBR6gRKEEb1EV3TLs5`g"'O~נg"'O."9ׁH$http://FACEBOOK.COM/ADVOCATE.NEWS.MAׁ ׁ Ј׉E^Page 12 THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, ApRil 4, 2025 ystic Valley Regional Charter School WE ARE HIRING year! We are lo king for: Elementary Teachers (K-6) Mystic Valley Regional Charter School is seeking passionate and dedicated elementary teachers (K-6) for the 2025-2026 school year! We offer competitive pay and insurance benefits and are looking for well-rounded, motivated educators to join our team and make a meaningful impact in the classroom. Exciting news—we’re hiring for the 2025-2026 scho Please scan the QR code to fill out an online application or visit our website at: www.mvrcs.com ׉ 7cassandra://nCKDsQQq0PvbInAQI1l3cmnHqJquizcmKz4qE2bywCA'`g׼"'HJ׉ETHE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, ApRil 4, 2025 Page 13 Tide baseball smokes non-league host Mystic Valley to begin new season the right way After three more road games, Everett returns to Glendale to play the home opener vs. Charlestown next Friday By Joe McConnell I t’s a popular sports axiom, but there’s no denying the accuracy of the statement. Simply put, it says, “a team can’t go undefeated without winning the first game.” The Everett High School baseball team lived up to those words perfectly last Friday, March 28, when it hammered non-league host Mystic Valley Regional at Malden’s Rotondi Field, 20-9. Sophomore Derek Soper turned in a successful varsity debut as a starter after going five innings and allowing only three hits, two walks and two earned runs, while striking out three. Tyler Freni followed Soper to the mound, and recorded a strikeout in the sixth, but also gave up four runs, two earned, and three walks. Tri-captain Nordeivy Santana settled things down again in relief of Freni, who had a big hit offensively in the seventh to break the game wide open. Nordeivy went the final 1.2-innings on the hill, yielding one hit, four walks and three runs, one earned. He also whiffed two. “We were in control of this game throughout, but finally broke it open in the seventh inning with 11 runs,” said second-year coach Malik Love. “For the first game of the year, it was really impressive for us to get 20 hits and 20 runs.” Love attributes the potent offense to an off-season commitment by the entire roster to get better. “We had a really good off-season lifting weights, and it also helps to have nine returnees, mostly seniors, back on the roster,” he said. “That helped me be more relaxed as a coach. They understood what we as a coaching staff expected from them. “Last year, they couldn’t hit a baseball,” Love added. “But they learned from the coaching adjustments we taught them, and know now how to put the ball in play. They found out how to make the other team (commit) errors.” It didn’t take the Everett boys long to put everything into practice. They led, 2-0 after one, and scored two more in the fifth and another four in the sixth, before the explosive final frame. Soper supplied the power in the sixth with an inside-thepark solo homerun to help secure the win for himself at the plate. Freni sealed the deal in the next inning with a grand slam round tripper over the rightfield fence. He was also credited with two singles earlier in the game. Nordeivy Santana was a perfect four-for-four at the plate – all singles – which resulted in three more runs. Tri-captain Albert Santana and freshman M.J. Guida each collected three sinNordeivy Santana makes the out at second base during last season’s action against Revere. (Advocate file photo) gles and one RBI. Guida also scored two runs in the game. Tri-captain Jevaun Berberena came through with two singles, one double and three RBI to do his part to help propel the Crimson Tide to the convincing opening day triumph. “We won this game by not doing too much, just making contact and getting on base,” said Love, who had hoped to maintain the winning momentum on April 3 against non-league host Greater Lawrence Technical after press deadline. The Tide will then begin the Greater Boston League (GBL) season at Chelsea on Monday, April 7. Following the game, they will head to Lynn’s Fraser Field the next day to take on Lynn Classical, before returning to Glendale Park to finally play the home opener next Friday, April 11, against non-league Charlestown. All three games will start at 4 p.m. LIKE US ON FACEBOOK ADVOCATE NEWSPAPER FACEBOOK.COM/ADVOCATE.NEWS.MA ׉ 7cassandra://ueap1s-oy93-Ri5IMcI-IdiNpIcBR6gRKEEb1EV3TLs5`g׼"'HKg׼"'HJ rבCטUru׉׉ 7cassandra://vGUpMxZDFje_XkuolQSc3j7_NLVuqNMymoUbsfoNBjw[`'p׉ 7cassandra://RoHeKnpOOEX-sJVIOz9RnJI-gW0hMS1884BIssoTGJAt`׉ 7cassandra://MoINCFH_hpZt-NzGuDeS5KlqKGYxJVvnb7leponc0y0*2`g"'OטUUru׉׉ 7cassandra://1-gY81CzsRPuzYlFYP5L4Eos6Q2Fghou_i9c_Qei_m4`'p׉ 7cassandra://XYhXafMOX5xZ3C0nMcFyFB5KF2xa-qo0WewBQuB9VKAʹ!`׉ 7cassandra://3aOMry8a-484A2vQHNJrzD8u28H_cSgQg1-dLy2sgAw3`g"'Oנg"'O mL 9ׁHhttp://csnh.comׁ ׁ Јנg"'O m̖̾9ׁHhttp://wheels.org/donate/ׁ ׁ Ј׉ENPage 14 THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, ApRil 4, 2025 Mystic Valley Regional Charter School JOB FAIRJOB FAIR Wednesday, April 30, 2025 4:00pm - 8:00pm 576 Eastern Avenue, Malden, MA 02148 Looking for a new career or a fresh start? Whether you're a seasoned educator or just beginning your journey in teaching, our job fair is the perfect place to connect with hiring managers, interview on-site, and take the next step toward your future! We provide competitive compensation, a comprehensive benefits package, and ongoing opportunities for professional growth. You may RSVP and submit your resume by scanning the QR code below or emailing careers@mvrcs.org Explore our current job openings at www.mvrcs.com/careers From Any Major or Career Path, Teaching Opportunities Await You! From Any Major or Career Path, Teaching Opportunities Await You! ׉ 7cassandra://MoINCFH_hpZt-NzGuDeS5KlqKGYxJVvnb7leponc0y0*2`g׼"'HL׉ETHE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, ApRil 4, 2025 Page 15 OBITUARIES Anna J. Pinto many wonderful nieces and nephews Anna was a woman of strength. She loved spending time with her family, including cooking Sunday dinners, limo rides to Foxwoods and loved all animals especially her beloved cats. Services To Be Announced. Claire Rita (Fournier) DeVeau I f Everett, formally of East Boston. Passed peacefully with her family by her side on March 28, at the age of 98. Anna was born in Boston, the daughter of the late James and Gladys (Collins) Lane. She was the devoted wife to the late Pasquale A. Pinto. She was a selfl ess care giver prior to his passing. She was a loving mother to her children Patricia Cohen and husband Harvey of Marco Island, Florida, James Pinto and his wife Beverly of Revere, Carol Leone and her husband Al of Rowley, MA and Stephen Pinto of Everett. She was a proud and funny “Nana Anna” to 5 grandchildren, 10 great grandchildren and 1 great-great granddaughter. Anna was predeceased by her sister Gloria Lane Bertowice and her two brothers Robert and Francis Lane. She leaves O t is with profound sadness that we announce the peaceful passing of Claire Rita (Fournier) DeVeau, age 92, on March 30, 2025, surrounded by loved ones. She was a cherished mother of six, grandmother of eight, great-grandmother of seven, and a beloved sister, sister-inlaw, and aunt. Claire was born on September 4, 1932 in Malden, MA and raised in Everett, MA. She graduated from Everett High School in 1950, and after her marriage, remained in this city for more than twenty years while raising her children. She lived in Chatsworth, CA, for several years. She also lived in Sandwich, MA, where she was a member of the Chamber of Commerce and served as a chaperone in the Miss Cape Cod, and Miss Massachusetts pageants. She then settled in Danville, NH, where she had lived for the past twenty-one years. Need Help With Weekend Chores? Call Shea - SENIORS - 207-837-4711 Deep Cleaning - Heavy Lifting - Property Maintenance YOUR LOCAL NEWS & SPORTS IN SIX LANGUAGES. SUBSCRIBE TO THE ADVOCATE ONLINE BY SCANNING HERE! Claire is preceded in death by her father Henry Alexander Fournier (January 8, 2000), mother Germaine (May 26, 2016), ex-husband Joseph Robert (March 13, 2014), sister-in-law Lorraine (October 20, 2017) and brother Eugene (May 5, 2024). She is mother to Richard (wife Janet Spence) Batavia, IL, David (wife Aracely Mora) Westfi eld, MA, Paul (wife Jacqueline Schofi eld) Marstons Mills, MA, Gerard of Danville, NH, Robert (fiancé Jeremi Glasper) Dallas, TX, and Carla (husband Scott Hoff man) Belchertown, MA. Claire also leaves behind a sister to the late Eugene (wife Joan Yeo) Hampton Beach, NH, Richard (wife Lorraine Mackey) Everett, MA, and Donald (wife Sandra Lozier) Aubrey, TX. While raising her young children, Claire worked at a number of jobs, mostly at night to free her days for her kids. She was also a Mary Kay Cosmetics Sales Director and became one of the nation’s top 10% performers, earning the use of their iconic Pink Cadillac. The job she retired from when she reached her early eighties was with the U.S. State Department at the National Passport Center in Portsmouth, NH. In between enjoying the latest news from her children and grandchildren, Claire was an avid reader and enjoyed knitting for a period. Claire will be remembered for picking up her father’s skillful penchant for playing cribbage and inheriting his quick-witted quips and one-liner comebacks with a mischievous zing. She adored the singer Jonny Mathis, who could be heard crooning away on the stereo every Saturday afternoon as she worked around the house. She lit up like a fl oodlight when her son Paul brought her to see Mathis perform at the Cape Cod Melody Tent, and she reached out and touched him as he made his way to the stage. Claire never met a lobster that she didn’t love. Passionately. A Memorial Service to celebrate her life will be announced at a later date. In lieu of fl owers, the family requests that donations be made to Meals on Wheels of Rockingham County in Claire DeVeau’s memory. Please go to: https://rockinghammealsonwheels.org/donate/ She will be missed. But we know she is now in God’s presence, and that Johnny Mathis is singing to her again. The Cremation Society of NH is assisting the family with arrangements. 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Only available while supplies last! Seeds have been generously provided by the Blackstone Valley Veggie Gardens and the Friends of the Everett Public Libraries. Parlin Adult and Teens Yarn Club: Parlin Fireplace Room, Monday, April 8, at 7 p.m. Come chit-chat and stitch! Bring your crocheting, knitting or any other yarn craft and sit and socialize with other members of the crafting community. Recommended for ages 14-109! Crafty Conversations: Earring Making! Parlin Meeting Room, Thursday, April 10, at 7 p.m. Come join us at the Parlin Library and walk out with your very own custom pair of earrings! Whether you’re a DIY pro or a first-timer, we’ve got all the supplies and guidance you need to create something unique. For ages 14-109. Registration is required! This program is generously funded by the Friends of the Everett Public Libraries. Table Top Gaming Club: Parlin Meeting Room, Wednesdays at 3:00 p.m. Play board games and hang out with friends at the library! Every Wednes- LEGAL NOTICE - COMMONWEALTH OF MASSACHUSETTS THE TRIAL COURT PROBATE AND FAMILY COURT Middlesex Probate and Family Court 10-U Commerce Way Woburn, MA 01801 (781) 865-4000 Docket No. MI24A0023AD CITATION G. L. C. 210, § 6 In the matter of: Maya Bhatti To: Mehar-Un-Nisi Ali and persons interested in a petition for the adoption of said child and to the Department of Children and Families of said Commonwealth. A petition has been presented to said court by: Sohail Y. Bhatti of Everett, MA Irma N. Contreras Bhatti of Everett, MA requesting for leave to adopt said child and that the name of the child be changed to Maya Bhatti If you object to this adoption you are entitled to the appointment of an attorney if you are an indigent person. An indigent person is defined by SJC Rule 3:10. The definition includes but is not limited to persons receiving TAFDC, EACDC, poverty related veteran’s benefits, Medicaid, and SSL The Court will determine if you are indigent. Contact an Assistant Judicial Case Manager or Adoption Clerk of the Court on or before the date listed below to obtain the necessary forms. IF YOU DESIRE TO OBJECT THERETO, YOU OR YOUR ATTORNEY MUST FILE A WRITTEN APPEARANCE IN SAID COURT AT: Woburn ON OR BEFORE TEN O’CLOCK IN THE MORNING (10:00 AM) ON: 05/29/2025 WITNESS, Hon. Terri L. Klug Cafazzo, First Justice of this Court. Date: March 27, 2025 TARA E. DeCRISTOFARO REGISTER OF PROBATE April 04, 11, 18, 2025 day from 3-5 p.m., enjoy good games and even better company! Recommended for ages 12+. Connolly Center Book Group: Connolly Center Meeting Room, Thursday, April 10, at 12 p.m. It is 1942 in Pam Jenoff’s “Code Name Sapphire.” Hannah Martel narrowly escaped Nazi Germany after her fiancé was killed in a pogrom and joins the Sapphire Line, a resistance network. But a mistake causes Lily’s family to be arrested and slated for deportation to Auschwitz. How much is Hannah willing to sacrifice to save the people she loves? See Kathleen for copies on her twice monthly visits or call the Parlin (617-394-2300) or Shute (617-394-2308) Libraries. Drop-In Tech Help: Parlin Information Desk, Tuesdays and Fridays from 4-5 p.m. Do you have questions about how to use your personal laptop, tablet or phone? Bring it to the library and stop by our Drop-In Tech Help to meet with a volunteer for assistance. Resume Writing: Parlin Information Desk. Do you need help sprucing up an old resume or creating a new one? Sign up for a 30-minute session at the Parlin. By appointment only; to register, please call 617-394-2300 or email parlininfo@noblenet.org. Computer Basics 101: Parlin Information Desk. Not familiar with the computer? Learn the basics: how to start up and shut down a computer, perform mouse and keyboard functions, use applications, learn Microsoft Word, navigate the Internet, set up an email account, and more! By appointment only; to register, please call 617-394-2300 or email parlininfo@noblenet.org. Parlin Children’s The Everett Public Libraries’ Annual Poetry Contest is back! Open to all Everett Public Library cardholders who attend school, grades K-8, in Everett. Submit an original poem by the April 14 deadline and you could win a cash prize, courtesy of the Friends of the Everett Public Libraries! The Winners’ Recital and Awards Ceremony on ~ Legal Notice ~ Notice is hereby given by: A.G. Quealy Towing, Inc. 26 Garvey St Everett, MA 02149 pursuant to the provisions of G.L.c.255, Section 39A, that on or after 11-23-2024 the following Motor Vehicles will be sold to satisfy the garage keeper’s lien thereon for storage, towing charges, care and expenses of notice and sale of said vehicles. P O Box 490588 Everett, MA 02149 Vehicle 2005 BMW X3 Blue 2013 Honda Pilot Silver 2007 Mazda Mazda3 2012 Ford Focus Green 2009 Audi A3 2007 Toyota Camry Hybrid 2003 Jeep Liberty Blue 2017 Honda Civic Gray 2016 Ford Explorer Gray 2014 Ford F-150 Gray fly wing moped Red moped 2002 Toyota Camry Gray Zhejiang TaoTao Brown 2009 Honda Accord White Amigo Moped White 2008 Toyota Yaris Silver 2007 Honda CRF 100F Red moped Moped Black 2010 Lincoln MKX VIN WBXPA93415WD07122 5FNYF4H42DB027420 JM1BK344071760130 1FAHP3F20CL359673 WAUKF78P09A013577 4T1BB46K57U003445 1J4GL48K13W558244 19XFC2F79HE012751 1FM5K8HT6GGA56017 1FTFX1EF4EKE28951 4T1BE32K82U530170 L9NTCBAE0K1027742 1HGCP26819A056622 LLOTCAPH9MY102335 JTDJT923985200638 JH2HE03097K600361 L37MMGFT3PZ120050 2LMDJ6JC7ABJ30819 April 04. 11, 18, 2025 April 29 will be a celebration for the books! Study Buddies: Parlin Children’s Room, Monday through Friday from 3-5 p.m. Need homework help? Come to the Parlin Library and study with the Study Buddies, our free afterschool program offering tutoring and academic support for students in grades K-8. Friendly tutors are here to guide you through tricky assignments, help you prepare for tests and build confidence in every subject. Mystery Craft Monday: Stop by the Parlin Children’s Room every Monday for a Grab and Go mystery craft – a self-directed arts and crafts program for children ages three to seven. Mystery crafts can be taken home or crafted with a friend or caregiver at our children’s tables. What will be in your mystery craft kit? No registration required, while supplies last. Lego Club: Parlin Children’s Room, Monday, April 7, from 3-5 p.m. Come to the Children’s Room after school on Mondays for some free Lego building fun. Open to all ages; children under six years old must be accompanied by an adult. No registration required. Storytime and Sing-along with Karen: Parlin Children’s Room, Wednesday, April 9, at 11 a.m. Join us for a fun-filled morning of singing and storytelling with Karen! Suggested ages: newborn to six. Drama Class: Parlin Children’s Room, Wednesday, April 9, at 3 p.m. Do you have a drama queen or king at home? Drama Class in the Parlin Children’s Department is the perfect opportunity for your child to put those acting skills to use with our drama coach! Suggested ages: six to 14. Story Time Adventures with Mrs. McAuliffe: Parlin Craft Room, Thursday and Friday, April 10 & 11, at 11 a.m. Join Mrs. McAuliffe for our enchanting Story Time! You will be whisked away on magical adventures through the pages of your favorite books. Bring a friend or make a new one in our circle of friends. Origami Club: Parlin Children’s Room, Saturday, April 12, at 12 p.m. Learn how to fold paEVENTS| SEE PAGE 17 ׉ 7cassandra://wg-anRh58grP_8Dd3ydSUvK6PrfGr2XptHMHNMwtRvc1#`g׼"'HN׉EkTHE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, ApRil 4, 2025 Page 17 EVENTS | FROM PAGE 16 per animals of all kinds! Open to all ages and abilities. Paper and instruction will be provided. Shute Adult and Teens Golden Minds: Play, Create, Connect: Shute Meeting Room, Monday, April 7, at 10 a.m. Join us for our monthly senior social at the Shute Library! Enjoy books, puzzles, crafts and games with friends in a fun and welcoming environment. Stay engaged and connect with your peers! No registration required. This event is open to ages 55109! Games are generously supplied by the Council on Aging. Graphic Novel & Manga Book Club: Wednesday, April 9, at 4 p.m. Join our monthly teen book group focused on graphic novels & manga! We will be discussing “Laura Dean Keeps Breaking Up with Me” by Mariko Tamaki. No registration is needed! For ages 14 to 18. We meet every second Wednesday at 4 p.m. unless otherwise noted on our calendar. Limited copies are available for borrowing at our circulation desk. Drop-In Tech Help: Shute Circulation Desk, Tuesdays from 5-6 p.m. Do you have questions about how to use your personal laptop, tablet or phone? Bring it to the library and stop by our Drop-In Tech Help to meet with a volunteer for assistance. Resume Writing: Shute Adult Department; book a one-on-one resume assistance appointment at the Shute Library and let a librarian help you craft a resume tailored to your strengths and aspirations. Sign up for a 30-minute session at the Shute Library. By appointment only; please email shuteinfo@noblenet.org or call 617-394-2308. Computer Basics 101: Shute Adult Department. Tech Newbie? No problem! Learn to power up, click around, type like a pro, explore the digital world and even send your first email. Book your Friday adventure with technology today! By appointment only; please email shuteinfo@noblenet.org or call 617-394-2308. Shute Children’s It’s National Library Week! This year’s theme is “Drawn to the Library.” Stop by the Shute Children’s Department and design your own magic scratch bookmark. Courtesy of the Friends of the Everett Public Libraries – while supplies last. The Everett Public Libraries’ Annual Poetry Contest is back! Open to all Everett Public Library cardholders who attend school, grades K-8, in Everett. Submit an original poem by the April 14 deadline and you could win a cash prize, courtesy of the Friends of the Everett Public Libraries! The Winners’ Recital and Awards Ceremony on April 29 will be a celebration for the books! Blackout Poetry: Meeting Room, Monday, April 7, 3 p.m.4:30 p.m. Put your imagination to the test with Blackout Poetry! What can you create from someone else’s words? In this form of found poetry, you create new meaning by crossing out selections of text to reveal your poem. Join us as we explore this tricky poetic form that joins art and words in surprising ways! Recommended for ages 10 and up. Registration is not required. While supplies last. Game Night: Pictionary! Tuesday, April 8, at 7 p.m. It’s National Library Week, and this year’s theme is “Drawn to the Library.” What’s the draw? Maybe it’s a family game night! Join us - LEGAL NOTICE - COMMONWEALTH OF MASSACHUSETTS THE TRIAL COURT PROBATE AND FAMILY COURT Middlesex Probate and Family Court 10-U Commerce Way Woburn, MA 01801 (781) 865-4000 Docket No. MI25P1485EA Estate of: MAUREEN DeVITO Date of Death: 01/30/2024 CITATION ON PETITION FOR FORMAL ADJUDICATION To all interested persons: A petition for Formal Probate of Will with Appointment of Personal Representative has been filed by: Joseph DeVito, Jr. of Everett, MA requesting that the Court enter a formal Decree and Order and for such other relief as requested in the Petition. The Petitioner requests that: Joseph DeVito, Jr. of Everett, MA be appointed as Personal Representative(s) of said estate to serve Without Surety on the bond in unsupervised administration. IMPORTANT NOTICE You have the right to obtain a copy of the Petition from the Petitioner or at the Court. You have a right to object to this proceeding. To do so, you or your attorney must file a written appearance and objection at this Court before: 10:00 a.m. on the return day of 04/17/2025. This is NOT a hearing date, but a deadline by which you must file a written appearance and objection if you object to this proceeding. If you fail to file a timely written appearance and objection followed by an affidavit of objections within thirty (30) days of the return day, action may be taken without further notice to you. UNSUPERVISED ADMINISTRATION UNDER THE MASSACHUSETTS UNIFORM PROBATE CODE (MUPC) A Personal Representative appointed under the MUPC in an unsupervised administration is not required to file an inventory or annual accounts with the Court. Persons interested in the estate are entitled to notice regarding the administration directly from the Personal Representative and may petition the Court in any matter relating to the estate, including the distribution of assets and expenses of administration. WITNESS, Hon. Terri L. Klug Cafazzo, First Justice of this Court. Date: March 20, 2025 TARA E. DeCRISTOFARO REGISTER OF PROBATE April 4, 2025 in the Shute meeting room for a fun game of Pictionary, where teams compete to guess the clues; their teammates draw on the whiteboard. Registration is required. Miss Val’s Storytime Pals: Children’s Room, Mondays at 10 a.m. and Tuesdays at 12 p.m. What’s better than a good story? Sharing it with friends! Join Miss Val at the Shute Library for Fairytale Fun! Master Builders: Lego Freeplay: Children’s Room, Thursday, April 10, from 3-5 p.m. Freeplay session with Legos and other building blocks. Bring a buddy or make a new one as you explore your imagination brick by brick! We provide the space and the materials to let your vision take shape. What will you create? Registration is not required. Children under the age of six must be accompanied by an adult. - LEGAL NOTICE - COMMONWEALTH OF MASSACHUSETTS THE TRIAL COURT PROBATE AND FAMILY COURT Middlesex Probate and Family Court 10-U Commerce Way Woburn, MA 01801 (781) 865-4000 Docket No. MI25P1533EA Estate of: IRENE Y. De LEON Also known as: IRENE Y. DELEON Date of Death: 10/15/2023 CITATION ON PETITION FOR FORMAL ADJUDICATION To all interested persons: A petition for Formal Adjudication of Intestacy and Appointment of Personal Representative has been filed by: Juan C. Angel De Leon of Everett, MA requesting that the Court enter a formal Decree and Order and for such other relief as requested in the Petition. The Petitioner requests that: Juan C. Angel De Leon of Everett, MA be appointed as Personal Representative(s) of said estate to serve Without Surety on the bond in unsupervised administration. IMPORTANT NOTICE You have the right to obtain a copy of the Petition from the Petitioner or at the Court. You have a right to object to this proceeding. To do so, you or your attorney must file a written appearance and objection at this Court before: 10:00 a.m. on the return day of 04/24/2025. This is NOT a hearing date, but a deadline by which you must file a written appearance and objection if you object to this proceeding. If you fail to file a timely written appearance and objection followed by an affidavit of objections within thirty (30) days of the return day, action may be taken without further notice to you. UNSUPERVISED ADMINISTRATION UNDER THE MASSACHUSETTS UNIFORM PROBATE CODE (MUPC) A Personal Representative appointed under the MUPC in an unsupervised administration is not required to file an inventory or annual accounts with the Court. Persons interested in the estate are entitled to notice regarding the administration directly from the Personal Representative and may petition the Court in any matter relating to the estate, including the distribution of assets and expenses of administration. WITNESS, Hon. Terri L. Klug Cafazzo, First Justice of this Court. Date: March 27, 2025 TARA E. 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In fi scal year 2024, 7.66% of the payments Medicare’s Fee-for-Service program made to providers were “improper,” meaning they failed to comply with legal requirements. Those payments totaled more than $31 billion. The improper payment rates for Medicare Advantage and the Medicare prescription CITY OF EVERETT - LEGAL NOTICE - ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS 484 BROADWAY, ROOM 24 EVERETT, MASSACHUSETTS 02149 To Whom It May Concern: This notice is to inform you that a public hearing will be held on Tuesday April 22, 2025 at 6:00 PM, Everett City Hall, 3rd Floor George Keverian Hearing Room. All interested parties may attend and opinions will be heard regarding the following petition. Whereas a petition has been presented by: Property Address: Map/Parcel: 203-205 Hancock Street B0-06-00105A Person Requesting: B-25-212 Property Owner: RKRA Hancock LLC 120 Wyllis Ave Unit 316 Everett, MA 02149 PROPOSAL: Applicant seeks a permit for to convert the existing Business Use into a Mixed-Use Building by adding two (2) floors, with Four (4) Residential units. The property is located in the Dwelling District. Violations: The property is nonconforming as to the following provisions of the Ordinance: - Section 4.A – Commercial uses are not permitted in the Dwelling District, nor is the proposed mixed use. - Section 4.B.1.a – Frontage: Required is 50 feet; existing is 38.22 feet. - Section 4.B.2.c – Area/FAR: Required is 0.5 FAR; existing is 0.818 FAR; proposed is 2.45 FAR. - Section 4.C.4 – Front setback: Required is 10 feet; existing is 0 feet. - Section 4.C.6.a – Combined side setback: Required is 16 feet; existing is 3 feet. - Section 4.C.6.a – Northwest side setback: Required is 4 feet; existing is 0 feet. - Section 4.C.6.a - Southwest side setback: Required is 4 feet; existing is 3 feet. - Section 4.C.7 – Rear setback: Required is 25 feet; existing is 0 feet. - Section 17 – Parking: Required is shown as 11 spaces per applicant’s submission; existing is 0 parking spaces. The applicant proposes to change, alter or extend the existing nonconforming use and construct additional floors along the existing nonconforming dimensions. Accordingly, a special permit will be required from the Board of Appeals in accordance with Section 3.C. In addition, the applicant must either participate in the Transportation Demand Management provisions of Section 35 or obtain a special permit to increase the existing parking nonconformity. REBECCA EDMONDSON KOREM - Chairman ROBERTA SUPPA - Clerk of Board of Appeals April 4, 11, 2025 drug benefi t were not much better -- 5.61% and 3.70%, respectively. That translates into a total of over $22 billion in improper payments across the two programs in fi scal 2024. In all, Medicare accounts for nearly one-fourth of the funds improperly spent by the government each year, according to a report from the Government Accountability Offi ce. That’s a pitiful record -- and has real human consequences, both for seniors and for taxpayers. Consider some of the most egregious cases of Medicare fraud. Earlier this year, a couple from Arizona “pleaded guilty for causing over $1.2 billion of false and fraudulent claims to be submitted to Medicare and other health insurance programs for expensive, medically unnecessary wound grafts that were applied to elderly and terminally ill patients,” according to the U.S. Department of Justice. In 2023, the Department of Justice charged 23 Michigan residents with nabbing more than $61.5 million from Medicare for unnecessary home health services. The feds allege that the defendants set up a complex web of home healthcare agencies in Detroit using straw owners -- such as family members -- and then paid bribes and kickbacks to recruiters to gain additional patients. Every dollar spent improperly -- or fraudulently -- in Medicare is a dollar that can’t go to a senior with legitimate healthcare needs. Policymakers have already identified numerous concrete strategies for reforming the program. One is to ensure that Medicare pays the same amount for equivalent services no matter where they’re provided. This change, which has long been championed by GAO, could save taxpayers more than $140 billion over the next decade. Another potential reform would be to conduct more thorough audits of payments and claims. Auditors working at the state level have historically been successful at identifying fraud. Using their insights to improve federal Medicare oversight could help policymakers keep managing the program eff ectively as it continues to grow. Work of the sort DOGE is doing is sorely needed. Waste and fraud run rampant in the federal government. Reforming Medicare can save not just money but lives. Sally C. Pipes is President, CEO, and Thomas W. Smith Fellow in Health Care Policy at the Pacifi c Research Institute. Her latest book is The World’s Medicine Chest: How America Achieved Pharmaceutical Supremacy -- and How to Keep It (Encounter 2025). Follow her on X @sallypipes. This piece originally ran in the Detroit News. ׉ 7cassandra://fhPk9EyaBr1LNcEFZ5zQanfeFck9kBSO8qklolxEikQ*`g׼"'HP׉ETHE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, ApRil 4, 2025 Page 19 DOCKLANDS | FROM PAGE 1 er pictures of other opportunities, not a lithium battery storage facility or an animal testing lab. What we’ve seen so far is not what I expected. I was looking for uses more beneficial to the community. There’s been a mess in that neighborhood for years and people don’t want another flammable operation in the area. The liquid natural gas tanks are not too far away. In this age of terrorism, I’m not sure about the direction you’re going in,” referring to issues raised at the February 10 meeting. “I’m concerned about the lithium batteries and can’t believe you want to put a storage facility in the middle of the facility,” Councillor-at-Large John Hanlon agreed. “I’m asking you to rethink where you want to put this thing. If you think about putting it there, I’ll be against it. They’re very dangerous. Do you know how they put out a fire in one? They let it burn. It’s a one-in-million chance, but may happen and you’d have to evacuate Everett. A lot of people could get hurt.” He also noted that Fire Chief John Hickey expressed similar concerns at the Feb. 10 meeting. “As an abutting property owner, I share your concern, but we’ve grown comfortable how important that is to decarbonizing the environment and the ability for companies and residents to be around it safely,” Davis Chief Development Officer Michael Cantalupa stated. “The battery facility is a very important part of how we pay for remediation,” a reference to efforts costing $200 million for decontamination, decommissioning and remediation of gas tanks, piping and contaminated soil resulting in 26 gas tanks being demolished, seven bunker tanks and 47,860 feet of pipe removed. There are also ongoing efforts to import new soil to enhance resilience against flooding and extreme weather events, often resulting in very high tides. But Matewsky interjected, “I know you’re here to make money.” Other possible uses are bioresearch labs, including animal testing labs, light manufacturing, office/commercial space and housing, but Cantalupa admitted, “We don’t know what the market will bring us. We’re planning for multiple uses, but there isn’t a market yet or a place to attract people to work and live. It will take time. It’s not a fiveor 10-year plan. It’s closer to a 20-year plan before it’s built out, and the plan will have to react to market conditions. It will change over time.” “We’re designing for growth so whatever comes will create a neighborhood you’re proud of, but the market will determine what happens,” Planner Jeff Speck of Speck Dempsey added. Councillor-at-Large Katy Rogers asked about the quantity of housing and whether they would be rental units or condominiums. Cantalupa answered that a low-density plan would have 1,000 units and a high-density plan 3,000 “tilted more to rentals than condos, but the quantity could change. If we determine there isn’t a CITY OF EVERETT - LEGAL NOTICE - ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS 484 BROADWAY, ROOM 24 EVERETT, MASSACHUSETTS 02149 To Whom It May Concern: This notice is to inform you that a public hearing will be held on Tuesday April 22, 2025 at 6:00 PM, Everett City Hall, 3rd Floor George Keverian Hearing Room. All interested parties may attend and opinions will be heard regarding the following petition. Whereas a petition has been presented by: Property Address: Building Permit: 108 Ferry St [Map/Parcel L0-03-000243] 141 High St [Map/Parcel: L0-03-000244] B-25-216 Person Requesting: Mr. Albert Aversa Trustee (Richard Aversa Trustee) Ferry Street Realty Trust 108 Ferry Street Everett, MA 02149 PROPOSAL: To construct a Four (4) Floor with a Penthouse mixed used Building [Containing 1 Commercial Space and 20 Residential Apartments] in the Business District with provided parking some of which is located in Dwelling District Violation: The proposed parking of Fourteen (14) spaces at 141 High Street which is in the Dwelling District is not a permitted use. Zoning: Section 4 Dwelling District paragraph A REBECCA EDMONDSON KOREM - Chairman ROBERTA SUPPA - Clerk of Board of Appeals April 4, 11, 2025 manufacturing market, you could shift the balance higher or it could flex down.” He also said buildings, be they for housing or commercial uses, would probably be multistory. “The best outcome is a development like Assembly Row in Somerville,” he feels. “Our ideal is not for the lower density scheme.” Animal testing is a sore point for Rogers and other city councillors, especially in light of local regulations against it, which were retained after extensive discussion at City Council meetings on December 19 and January 13. “I can’t support any project in which animal testing continues to be pushed,” she said. “It’s a deal breaker for me. It’s not fair to continue to bring it up, since there’s an ordinance that prohibits it.” “We didn’t bring it up,” Cantalupa responded. “We were asked about it. We’re not pushing it and are creating a plan knowing it’s not allowed.” Other interconnected elements of the plan are walkability, creation of open space and public access to the waterfront. “The most important thing is the public realm: the spaces between the buildings,” Speck said. “My firm specializes in walkable places. How do you get people to walk? Walks have to be useful, safe and interesting. The best spaces in Everett are those lined by buildings with a nice height at the edge of a street to make it feel enclosed. 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On April 4, 1913 (?), Muddy Waters was born; his repertoire included “Got My Mojo Working” – mojo means what? 2. In what Middlesex County mill town is the “original smallest church” (5 x 11 feet)? 3. April 5 is National Caramel Day; reportedly, the caramel apple was created after what holiday? 4. What vaudeville performer in 1921 had hits with “Toot, Toot, Tootsie,” “April Showers” and “California, Here I Come”? 5. What kind of animal is named Inothewayurthinkin and has been in the news? 6. On April 6, 1896, what annual sports competition began? 7. Who recorded “If Dogs Run Free,” “If You See Her, Say Hello” and “If Not for You”? 8. What term meaning a French military aide is “caddie” derived from? 9. What exactly is a senior citizen? 10. “Big bear cat” in Chinese is the name of what animal? 11. April 7 is National Beer Day; Guinness had a 1935 advertising poster with what sea creature (walks on all fours) balancing a glass of Guinness on its nose? 12. When is New Beer’s Eve? 13. Why is a park in Indianapolis, Indiana, between two highways called The Idle? 14. On April 8, 1974, who hit his 715th career home run – breaking Babe Ruth’s record? 15. Why did President Rutherford B. Hayes and his wife decide to start Easter egg rolls at the White House? 16. What USA highway route has museums about it in Clinton, Okla., and Barstow, Calif.? 17. On April 9, 1965, what venue opened in Houston that hosted the first indoor baseball game? 18. What composer nicknamed the King of Ragtime created “Maple Leaf Rag”? 19. Is golf an acronym for Gentlemen Only, Ladies Forbidden? 20. On April 10, 2019, what state (bordering Kansas) nicknamed the Cornhusker State celebrated the first Arbor Day? ANSWERS Steps Stoops Rebuilt or Repaired Chimney Rebuilt or Repaired House Foundation Leaks Repaired All Basement Repairs Chimney Inspection Roofing & Siding Masonry Repairs Window Installation & Repairs Drywall & Carpentry Waterproofing safe and comfortable to be in. We hide and build next to garages to keep the street edge active and alive,” a reference to plans to create similar walkable areas in the Docklands District. He also outlined plans to create “public space beyond the streets,” or parks “where people can come together that form a heart for the community and allow social life to grow.” Cantalupa called the waterfront “the great opportunity for the project,” but admitted “we’re still trying to figure out the best plan. We think of the site in three separate areas and are being very sensitive to what that will look and feel like,” a reference to the adjacent Lower Broadway Economic Development District and the Commercial Triangle Economic Development District. He also said access to the waterfront is “not perfect” due to oil that was piped above ground for decades and may have contaminated ground. Again, Matewsky was skeptical. “Are people going to love walking by this type of thing?” he asked rhetorically. Although Speck responded it would be away from the street, the plan is for the battery storage facility to be on both sides of Beecham Street. Matewsky did not back down on his criticism of the project. “I envision yacht clubs, but I don’t see a lithium battery facility,” he said. Your Hometown News Delivered! 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. Name_________________________________________ Address_______________________________________ City_______________ State_______ Zip ____________ CC# _______________________________ Exp. _____ Sec. code____ Advocate (City):___________________ Clip & Mail Coupon with Credit Card, Check or Money Order to: Advocate Newspapers Inc. PO Box 490407, Everett, MA 02149 1. A magic spell or charm or a type of sauce 2. Hudson 3. Halloween (a Kraft Foods employee was experimenting with leftover candy) 4. Al Jolson 5. A British horse that won a recent race and then was given a rest from racing 6. The modern Olympic Games 7. Bob Dylan 8. Cadet (Mary Queen of Scots studied in France and introduced golf there) 9. According to a dictionary, it is just an older adult, but especially one 65 or older 10. Giant panda 11. Sea lion 12. April 6, the day before the April 7 anniversary of the repeal of prohibition of beer 13. People can sit on salvaged stadium seats to watch traffic “or to clear your head,” etc. 14. Hank Aaron 15. In 1878 his children and other children requested it. 16. 66 17. The Astrodome 18. Scott Joplin 19. No, it comes from a Dutch word 20. 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On Saturday, April 19, The HYM Investment Group LLC (HYM), will host the fourth annual Marathon Daff odil Dash from 10 a.m.-1 p.m. at The Track at Suff olk Downs, in partnership with the Revere Parks and Recreation Department and the Marathon Daff odil Project. The Marathon Daff odil Project began after the Boston Marathon bombings in 2013 with the yellow daff odil used as a symbol of strength and hope. In commemoration of the 12th anniversary of the Boston Marathon Bombings, The Track at Suffolk Downs will be filled with the “Marathon Daff odils” that line the streets of Boston leading up to the Boston Marathon fi nish line. The event will feature three 50-yard dash races: for grades K-2, grades 3-5 and grades 6-8. The races will kick off at 10:30 a.m. Following the races, all participants and families are encouraged to hang out in The Paddock and enjoy snacks from local vendors, face painting, fl ower crowns and music by a local DJ. “We are excited to again partner with the Marathon Daffodil Project and Revere Parks and Recreation for the fourth year of Daffodil Dash at Suffolk Downs,” said HYM annual Daffodil Dash Kids Fun Run will kick off Boston Marathon weekend Managing Partner/CEO Thomas N. O’Brien. “Suff olk Downs is a family-friendly community, welcoming to our neighbors in East Boston and Revere and all residents of Greater Boston. The Boston Marathon is a special day for the Commonwealth, and we look forward celebrating it at The Track at Suff olk Downs each year.” “The activation of the Track gives us a taste of what’s to come from the vibrant, bustling Suff olk Downs neighborhood and green spaces of the future,” said Revere Mayor Patrick M. Keefe Jr. “The Daff odil Dash symbolizes yet another successful partnership between the City of Revere and Suff olk Downs, and I am happy to see so many children and families enjoying the space.” The Daff odil Dash is free to attend and open to the public, but registration is required to participate in the race events. The Track at Suff olk Downs is located at 525 McClellan Hwy. in Boston. Parking is free and available on-site. The Track is also accessible from the MBTA’s Suff olk Downs Station on the Blue Line. On the same day, HYM and the City of Revere will also host the first Spring Pop-up Market at The Yard @ Beachmont Square, in collaboration with the Revere Beach Farmer’s Market. It will be the fi rst REAL ESTATE TRANSAC TIONS Copyrighted material previously published in Banker & Tradesman/The Commercial Record, a weekly trade newspaper. It is reprinted with permission from the publisher, The Warren Group. 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Francisco’s Mantra: Guiding and empowering your real estate journey with trust, expertise, and dedication. TrinityHomesRE.com FOR SALE 12 Autran Ave, North Andover List Price: $710,00 This charming 8 room, 3 bedroom, 2 bath home offers spacious rooms that features a newer fully applianced kitchen consisting of granite countertop cabinets and tiled floors that opens to a dining room through to the living room perfect for entertaining. Don’t miss out on the opportunity to make this your dream home. Listing Agent: Pat Torcivia 781.820.0974 CITY Everett DATE 03.10.25 PRICE 535000 of three Spring Pop-Up Markets, the others to be held on May 17 and June 21. Each market will feature farmers and fresh produce vendors, local vendors, food trucks and giveaways for customers to enjoy. Each market will be from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at The Yard (10 Suff olk Downs Blvd., Revere), which is located just steps away from Amaya and the MBTA’s Beachmont Station on the Blue Line. 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