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Friday, February 16, 2018

he need for larger recycling containers continued to be a point of contention during the Feb. 8 meeting of the City Council’s Industrial & Community Development Committee.

Peter Gamache, general manager of JRM Hauling & Recycling, said 18-gallon recycling bins were distributed to residents during the late-1990s and early-2000s.

However, Ward 1 Councillor Jon Turco said the current bins are no longer sufficient, particularly with empty water bottles flying around in the wind. “We’ve all changed to bottled water; bottled water is through the roof,” he said.

“Those little chintzy bottles

blow all over the place.”

Gamache said the next step up would be 24-gallon containers to be distributed to the “17,000 or 18,000” residents who recycle. At approximately $15 each, that many containers would cost between $255,000 and $270,000.

Gamache also said the plastic containers tend to break during cold weather. “You have to look at the quality of what you’re looking to buy,” he said.

In addition, he said Peabody should keep its dual-stream recycling system, which requires residents to separate recyclable items from regular trash.

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he City Council’s Finance Committee recently voted unanimously to begin the approval process to revamp the one-mile section of Central Street between Walnut Street and Wilson Square. To do so, $474,700 needed to be transferred to cover the project’s preliminary design cost and supplemental services. During the Feb. 8 meeting, Mayor Edward Bettencourt said the city was approved for $10 million from the state Transportation Improvement Program to fund the project, which will focus on safety and aesthetics.

“One of the gateways into the city would be very much improved,” he said, adding that Central Street “brings tens of thousands of people every day to Peabody Square.”

According to the agreement between the city and WorldTech Engineering, the project will include rebuilding the sidewalks with wheelchair ramps, drainage improvements and new signage and pavement markings.

WorldTech Engineering President Richard Benevento

said the entire process would likely take “three to four years” to complete. “There’s no question this project is needed; it’s long overdue,” he said. “Our job at WorldTech is to advocate for the city.”

Benevento said it would take one year to complete the project’s preliminary design and have a public hearing with the state Department of Transportation (MassDOT). However, the remainder of the project will be in the hands of MassDOT. “Once we get through the public hearing then we’re off to the races,” said Benevento.

In response, Councillor-at-Large Thomas Gould asked about the possibility of the project being scrapped.

Benevento said that in his experience, projects have always been approved – although sometimes it takes several years.

Gould appreciated Benevento’s answer. “I’m so thrilled, I travel this road 10 times a day,” he said.

Ward 3 Councillor James Moutsoulas lauded Betten-

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City Council shies away from zoning changes

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he City Council recently declined to take action on two zoning matters, as neither one had been vetted by the appropriate subcommittee.

Speaking on behalf of his client Warren Innis, Attorney John Keilty proposed to make the affordable housing requirements applicable to developments with 30 units in zoning districts R1, R1A and R1B. Under the current bylaw, affordable housing requirements apply to residential developments with 15 units.

During the Feb. 8 meeting, Councillor-at-Large David Gravel expressed his reluctance in approving the change, saying it needed to be taken up by the council’s Industrial & Community Development Committee.

“I really think this matter should be in subcommittee and discussed,” he said.

The second matter was also

presented by Keilty who, in this case, was representing Pulaski Acquisition LLC, which purchased the property on Pulaski Street formerly owned by Chelsea Industries. Keilty said that since the land was purchased last spring, some of the tenants “have or may have a retail component to their business”; however, he said retail operations have not been permitted in a Light Industrial (I-L) zone since 2013. Therefore, a zoning change would allow those tenants to request special permits from the City Council for retail.

Ward 1 Councillor Jon Turco said it was a “decent idea,” however, he wanted more information before casting his vote.

“These aren’t small changes that we’re making,” he said.

Ward 3 Councillor James Moutsoulas said he remembered when Chelsea Industries owned the property. “The building was the size of a foot-

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Paul Neal, 13, with his MAC coach Ricardo Munar. Neal is currently ranked 19th in New England in the 14 and under division of the United States Tennis Association.

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ball field, and they worked 24 hours a day; that was a very busy place,” he said.

Moutsoulas said the building had been vacant for 25 years before the property was purchased last May. “I don’t want to see that place empty again,” he said. “I want to make sure that industrial park is full and paying taxes to this city.”

That zoning request was also sent to the Industrial & Community Development Committee and will be discussed at the March 8 meeting.

Other City Council news In other news, Councillor-at-Large Thomas Gould made a motion to remove speed limit signs above 25 miles per hour (mph). Turco reminded him that the new citywide speed limit is “25 mph unless otherwise posted,” therefore, the signs with the higher speed limits must stay. Recognizing that he misunderstood the ordinance, Gould withdrew his motion and asked that Police Capt. Scott Richards attend the next council meeting to clarify the citywide speed limit.

Ward 5 Councillor Joel Saslaw asked that a second communication be sent to the Planning Board about moving its meetings to the City Hall auditorium where they can be televised. “They had a meeting on Feb. 1 and they didn’t discuss it,” he said.

However, City Clerk Timothy Spanos said the Planning Board is not obligated to change its meeting location. “It’s up to the Planning Board if they want to move up here,” he said. “I don’t think the council can force

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Having spoken with high sion for tennis – now at 13 years old, he is ranked 19th school Athletics Director in New England in the 14 and Robert Bua, Neal said Paul under division of the Unit- could be considered if there ed States Tennis Association were a shortage of high (USTA). “That’s a phenome- school students who signed nal achievement for him; he up to play tennis in a given started out at a very young season. “The rules are the age,” said Paul’s mother, Ash- rules, I get it,” she said.

However, the high school ley Neal, adding that the Manchester Athletic Club (MAC) is team could stand to have a “huge reason” why her son Paul on the court. “With the level that he plays, he can loves tennis.

“This is his second home,” help the team win big,” said she said. Neal said Paul plays Neal, adding that the sheer tennis at the MAC three intensity he brings to the times a week from 4-7 p.m. game would be an inspiraHowever, despite his skill tion for the other players.

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CPC cautious in supporting Trail Grant letter

By Christopher Roberson

the committee and “We don’t seem to have this run in with lthough the Community anyone else.”

In a Feb. 12 email to Clerk DiPreservation Committee (CPC) will be signing a Letter anne Marchese, Callahan said of Support for the city’s Recre- the city is requesting $100,000 ational Trail Grant Application, to complete the final design for CPC Chairman Michael Schulze the second phase of the Bikesaid he felt the committee was way Extension project, which rushed into doing so by Assis- would run from the Northshore tant Planning Director Brendan Mall to Endicott Street. “What Callahan. “We’ve had problems he’s asking for is a vote of apwith Brendan before on this,” proval for Phase II,” said Schulze.

However, he was still hesitant said Schulze during the Feb. 13 committee meeting, adding to sign the letter. “By signing that Callahan asked him to sign that letter, it means we’re doing the letter without consulting it,” said Schulze.

CPC Member Peter McGinn said he did not see the harm in signing the letter. “I don’t interpret this as a commitment,” he said.

CPC Member Thomas Gould said Callahan was only trying to be proactive in keeping the project moving.

However, CPC Member Gerald Bellew said he did not appreciate that Callahan had pressured the committee into signing the letter. “I find it disconcerting, that’s not the way we do business,” he said.

Therefore, Bellew made a motion to change the wording of the letter to read that the committee “supports” the project rather than “fully supports” the project. The other members agreed and Bellew’s motion passed unanimously.

New playground and affordable housing In other news, Schulze spoke about assisting Brown Elementary School with constructing a $300,000 playground that would be customized for children with disabilities. “It’s not

just another playground,” he said.

Schulze also said he had spoken with Jay Ash, the state’s secretary of Housing and Economic Development, about building affordable single-family homes and duplexes on Barry Street. “We need affordable housing and we need to spend money for affordable housing,” said Schulze, adding that he already anticipates pushback from the abutters – “The neighbors are going to complain, they always complain – it’s Peabody.”

you see one accident a week on Central Street,” he said.

In addition, Finance Committee Chairman David Gravel said this is a rare opportunity

for Peabody. “How many $10 million grants does the city get? Not many,” he said. “That’s eight years of our Chapt. 90 funding – eight years.”

In other news, Councill o r - a t - L a rg e A n n e M a n ning-Martin had filed a motion regarding the “exploration of offering small com-

mercial exemption to small businesses.” However, Manning-Martin was absent from the meeting and no action was taken.

the competitions that Paul has participated in included the Zone Team Championship BG12 in Zullinger, Pa., the Closed Regional in Latham, N.Y., the L3 Doubles Super Six Champion-

ship in Newington, Conn. and the New England L3 Super Six Sectional in New Haven, Conn.

“He loves to compete, he loves to go out there and do better every time – he loves to go out there and battle,” said Neal.

Paul’s MAC coach, Ricardo Munar, spoke highly of his sev-

enth grade protégé, saying he has made tremendous progress during the past five years.

“He’s been improving so much; he shows that he cares,” said Munar. He also said he is confident that Paul will go on to play college tennis for a Division I school.

Neal said her son is fortunate

to have Munar in his life. “Ricardo is like a father figure to him,” she said.

Neal also said that Paul will be volunteering at the city’s Recreation Department this summer, the place where he first discovered tennis. “The first time he picked up a racket, it was there,” she said.

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Saslaw also asked that State Rep. Thomas Walsh be contacted about repairs that are

needed for the sound barrier at Route 128 North and Lowell Street.

Gravel said the Peabody Education Foundation is currently accepting nominations for

the George Peabody Legacy Award. “It’s our hall of fame for educators,” he said. Nomination forms are available on the foundation’s website, http://www. peabodyedfoundation.org/.

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Peabody to receive $1.2 million for roadway improvements

By Christopher Roberson

in good repair throughout the Commonwealth are an essential component of growing our state and regional economy and we look forward to working with the Legislature to secure this funding before construction season begins.”

As a former member of the Shrewsbury Board of Selectmen, Lt. Gov. Karyn Polito said she truly appreciates the importance of the state’s Chapter 90 program. “Our administration, through Chapter 90 and several other locally focused programs like Chapter 70 and local aid, is proud to serve as a reliable partner for our municipalities, and we hope for swift action from the legislature on these important funds,” she said.

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eabody is slated to receive $1,253,068 to repair its 160 miles of roadway. The money is part of the $200 million statewide allocation, An Act financing improvements to municipal roads and bridges, which was filed with the state legislature on Feb. 13 by the Baker-Polito Administration. The funds will be added to the city’s 10-year Chapter 90 contract “pending final passage of the bond authorization.”

“Chapter 90 funding provides critical support for local officials who need to repair infrastructure in cities and towns across Massachusetts,” Gov. Charlie Baker said in a written statement. “Roads and bridges

Transportation Secretary Stephanie Pollack lauded Baker and Polito for continuing to bolster the Chapter 90 program. “Through the leadership of Gov. Baker and Lt. Gov. Polito, MassDOT [Massachusetts Department of Transportation] is continuing to support our municipal partners and empow-

er them to invest in local roads, sidewalks, intersections and bridges,” she said.

“By working closely with our cities and towns and allowing them to strengthen their infrastructure through measures such as the Chapter 90 program, as well the administration’s Small Bridge and Complete Streets programs,

we can ensure residents and commuters are better connected to their families, jobs, business and other opportunities across the Commonwealth.”

Each Chapter 90 allocation is made based on factors such as jobs, population and the miles of roadway in each community.

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Boston College High School is a Jesuit, Catholic, college-preparatory school for young men founded in 1863. The school enrolls approximately 1,600 students from more than 100 communities in eastern Massachusetts.

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Tanner girls make playoffs with win over Oakmont

By Greg Phipps

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or the second year in a row, the Peabody girls’ hockey team is heading to the postseason tournament.

The Tanners clinched a playoff spot last Saturday with a 3-0 shutout of Oakmont at the McVann-O’Keefe Rink.

Sammie Mirasolo set Peabody’s single-season scoring record by tallying once and assisting on another score.

She stood at 21 goals and 11 assists (32 points) after Saturday’s Senior Night victory, which gave the Tanners a 9-52 record entering this week’s play. Mirasolo was also named the Northeastern Conference (NEC) Player of the Year on Monday.

“This is a huge accomplishment, a huge two points for us,” said Peabody head coach Michelle Roach after the Oakmont win. “The team has worked really hard to get here, and it’s very well deserved. We’ve been doing so much to try and progress this program, and this year we set the bar a little higher.

Now we’re looking to play for [playoff ] standing the rest of the way.”

Mirasolo opened the scoring in the first period off assists from Carolyn Garofoli and Paige Thibodeau to give the Tanners a 1-0 lead.

It stayed that way through the second frame, as Oakmont goalie Bridgette Martin made several excellent saves to keep it a one-goal game.

Peabody finally got one past Martin when Jennifer Flynn connected for the first of her two third-period goals early in the stanza. Sammie and sister Cassie Mirasolo as-

CITY | FROM PAGE 1 gle-stream recycling program is the contamination factor,” he said. “I could go on for a long time about those issues.”

Single-stream recycling has had a negative impact on the international recycling market.

“China has pretty much closed its doors in terms of importing recycled materials from the United States,” said Gamache, adding that the market has become stagnant. “It’s scary right now, we’re in a tough situation.”

Ward 5 Councillor Joel Saslaw said the mixed recycling sticker is quite mislead-

Peabody’s Sammie Mirasolo tries a wrap-around attempt on Oakmont goalie Bridgette Martin. Mirasolo set the Peabody single-season record for scoring with a goal and an assist last Saturday.

Peabody senior Sarah Buckley pursues the puck in last Saturday’s Senior Night, playoff-clinching victory over Oakmont.

(Advocate photos by Greg Phipps)

Peabody’s Jennifer Flynn (2) acts as a screen for teammate Sammie Mirasolo (8), who prepares to shoot against Oakmont.

Kathryn DiGiulio lines up to let go of a shot against Oakmont.

sisted on Flynn’s goals.

“She played well and she has a good glove hand,” Roach said of the Oakmont goaltender. “I think we pretty much dominated puck possession. We worked hard and we closed it out.”

Roach also cited Sarah Buckley and Thibodeau for “great offensive” efforts as well as praising the team’s other stalwarts. “Jen, Sammie and Cassie continue to produce for us and provide great leadership,” she said.

ing. “Is that single-stream or dual-stream?” he asked.

Gamache said bottles, cans and plastics can be put in a container using that sticker.

Saslaw also said residents could easily become fed up with the entire recycling program. “The last thing we want to see is for people to say, ‘You know what? I don’t want to do it anymore,’” he said.

Ward 2 Councillor Peter McGinn said he does not believe that residents put out all their recyclable items. “I don’t think you’re getting all the recycling, I think you’re getting a fraction of it,” he told Gamache. “I think you’re dis-

couraging recycling.”

McGinn also said that instead of the 24-gallon bins, residents should have the biggest containers possible to contain their recyclables. “It’s a mess out there, it’s disgusting,” he said.

Although he acknowledged that the recycling market is not good, McGinn said it will turn around. “Like all markets, it’s going to recover at some point,” he said.

Other news: signs, bicycling I n other news, Saslaw spoke about the banners and A-frame signs throughout the

The game was chippy, as both teams distributed some physical hits, and one Oakmont player was ejected from the game after committing four penalties. Goalie Jeny Collins went the distance in net to earn the shutout for Peabody.

Senior players honored

before last Saturday’s game were Alycia Gillen, Buckley, Cassie Mirasolo, Mae Norton and Kaydee Purcell. Along with Sammie Mirasolo, four other Tanner players made this year’s all-NEC team. They were goalie Abby Buckley, Norton, Purcell and Cassie Mirasolo.

city. “People put up these nice banners and they don’t replace them,” he said, adding that after a time they become worn and turn into eyesores. “A lot of the A-frames go up without the proper procedure, and we get into a little bit of a Wild, Wild West situation.”

Building Commissioner Albert Talarico said “enforcement has been lacking” in terms of how long signs can stay out, thus warranting the need for a code enforcement officer. “Right now we’re just being reactionary,” said Talarico. “As long as the city approves it, there’s really nothing I can do about it.”

Jennifer Davis, director of the Park, Recreation and Forestr y Depar tment, spoke about adding bicycle kiosks to the South Peabody Greenway, around Crystal Lake and downtown. She said one company she investigated was Zagster, which allows residents to take its bikes from town to town.

Turco also mentioned research he had done on a company called ofo, saying the service has done well in Revere. “The bikes were pretty much used 24 hours a day – it was a huge success,” he said. “I think it would be a huge success here.”

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Peabody girls fall to Beverly after previous night’s OT loss

By Greg Phipps

C

oming off a tough overtime loss to Everett the night before, the Peabody girls’ basketball team fell behind by 21 points to the Beverly Panthers in the first half last Friday night at the PHS Gym. The Tanners never recovered on their way to a 49-29 defeat.

Peabody also lost at Newburyport on Monday to drop to 6-10 on the season. The Tanners hosted Gloucester on Tuesday and were in the position of having to win their final four regular-season games to qualify for the postseason tournament.

“We had a lot of shots around the basket that didn’t fall for us tonight. We just couldn’t buy a basket in the first half,” said Peabody head coach Stan McKeen after the Beverly contest. “And I don’t think it helped to have games on back-to-back nights.

We left it all on the court [in the Everett game] and didn’t have our legs tonight. Not having Jordan [Muse] hurt us, too. She’s our point guard and she runs our offense.”

Muse reportedly injured her nose in the 60-55 OT loss to Everett last Thursday. Catherine Manning netted 13 points and grabbed 17 boards, and Serena Laro collected six points and seven steals in that game.

Peabody struggled from the foul line in the fourth quarter against Everett, missing 11 of 12 free throws.

In the Beverly tilt, Hailey Anderson’s 24 points, including six three-pointers, and Alyssa Moreland’s 13 points and 18 rebounds led the visiting Panthers, as they rolled out to a commanding 30-9 lead at halftime. Peabody played bet-

Peabody’s Georgia Leon chases after a loose ball against Beverly’s Kylie McCarthy in last Friday’s game at the PHS Gym.

Tanner player Jonalyn Carpenter wrestles a Beverly player for a rebound.

Peabody guard Emily Carney takes it to the basket against Beverly’s Lia Whitehair

Peabody’s Aja Alimonti leans in for a shot during last Friday’s junior varsity win over Beverly.

(Advocate photos by Greg Phipps)

ter over the final two quarters but couldn’t muster a serious comeback bid. Georgia Leon drained five field goals and was the high-scorer for the Tanners with 10 points, followed by Liz Zaiter with nine.

Despite the double-digit loss, McKeen liked his team’s effort under the circumstances. “That Everett game was a tough one. The kids did a good job playing on consecutive nights. They didn’t give

up and they played hard,” he said. The Tanners had won three straight before the Everett defeat but were riding a three-game losing streak entering Tuesday’s clash against Gloucester.

JV wins by one In last Friday’s junior varsity game, Juliana Cimino scored the game-winning basket and Aja Alimonti connected on a late three-pointer to lift Peabody to a 19-18 win over Beverly.

PHS Tanners Girls Hockey Senior Night

Sarah Buckley and family.

Alycia Gillen and family.

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Tanner boys make playoffs with win over Vikings

By Greg Phipps

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ot only did the Peabody boys’ basketball team cement a playoff berth with their 68-55 victory over the Winthrop Vikings on Feb. 6 at the PHS Gym, but they played an all-around solid game and look to be gaining more confidence with just three regular-season games remaining. Peabody entered this week’s action sporting a 10-7 overall record. The Tanners dropped a 67-60 decision at Beverly last Friday, Feb. 9.

In the Winthrop game, Peabody was coming off a 32-point blowout victory over Revere the night before. The Tanners fell behind by nine points in the first quarter of their Senior Night game but quickly recovered and ended up taking a 3532 lead into the locker room at halftime. Chris Canela drained a three-pointer in the final seconds to grab that three-point edge. The home team kept the lead the rest of the way.

Peabody had success penetrating and getting easy baskets. The drives to the bucket also opened up clean shots from the perimeter. The Tanners took advantage by knocking down 11 three-pointers (seven of those in the first half ). Also, Peabody’s trademark defensive pressure gave the Vikings trouble, as the visitors seemed to fall more out of sync as the contest progressed.

“We played Revere last night and we shot really well against them. It certainly carried over to tonight,” said Tanners head coach Thad Broughton afterwards. “I thought everybody who played did a fantastic job both offensively and defensive-

Peabody’s Jake Gustin goes to the floor for a loose ball against Winthrop’s Chrono Washington in their Feb. 6 game at the PHS Gym.

Tanner guard Chris Canela goes hard to the basket in the Feb. 6 win over Winthrop.

ly. It felt like a complete victory.

Winthrop is very talented and well-coached, so we knew this would be a very tough game for us.”

However, the contest didn’t appear so difficult in the sec-

Mae Norton and family.

ond half. Peabody outscored the Vikings, 21-11, in the third period and built a 56-43 lead entering the final quarter. Winthrop scratched back to within eight at 59-51 late in the fourth but never managed a

Peabody’s Avian Hernandez beats Winthrop’s Devin Pulsifer off the dribble.

Peabody’s Kyle Morfis charges to the hoop in the Feb. 6 junior varsity contest.

(Advocate photos by Greg Phipps)

serious run.

Jake Irvine led a balanced Peabody attack with 20 points, including four three-pointers.

He was aided by Jake Gustin with 15, Avian Hernandez with

Kaydee Purcell and family.

14 and Marcus Barker with 10.

Canela finished with seven points and Joe O’Neill added a field goal.

TANNER BOYS | SEE PAGE 10

(Advocate photos by Greg Phipps)

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~ TAX TALK WITH TOM ~

TAX EXTENDER ACT FINALLY AGREED TO! are referred to as “Tax Extenders” because Congress will review all or most of them to extend for the benefit of taxpay-

Em’s farm?

14. On Feb. 20, 1962, what astronaut said, “Cape is go, and I am go before orbiting the earth three times?

15. President Benjamin Harrison called what “my jail”?

16. After visiting Japan, what did First Lady Helen Taft introduce to Washington, D.C.?

17. In what New England national park is the Thunder Hole?

18. On Feb. 16, the Chinese New Year begins; it is the year of what?

19. What does gesundheit mean?

20. As children, what did George Washington, Thomas Jefferson and John Quincy Adams like to play? (Hint: starts with M.)

10. Antiperspirant also con-

18. The Dog 17. Acadia in Maine 16. Cherry trees 15. The White House 14. John Glenn 13. In “The Wizard of Oz” 12. Calvin Coolidge 11. Pluto trols sweat.

9. The Loch Ness Monster 8. Groucho 7. ABBA 6. Bangladesh 5. Thomas Jefferson 4. Mount Vernon 3. Manatee 2. The Grand Ole Opry 1. Oxbow

1. What is a U-shaped bend in a river called?

2. In 1925 what radio show began in Tennessee as “WSM Barn Dance”?

3. What is a sea cow also called?

4. What is the name of President George Washington’s home?

5. On Feb. 17, 1801, who was elected president after the House broke an Electoral College tie?

6. After a civil war, what country formed out of East and West Pakistan?

7. What pop music group’s name is composed of the 1st initials of the four members’ first names?

8. Julius Marx of the Marx Brothers is better known as who?

9. What has the nickname Nessie?

10. What is the difference between antiperspirant and deodorant?

11. On Feb. 8, 1930, what former planet was discovered?

12. In 1925 what president said, “The business of America is business”?

13. Where would you find Auntie

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The following are some of the Tax Extenders that have been extended: • Exclusion from gross income the discharge of qualified principal residence through 2017 • Mortgage insurance treated as qualified residence interest through 2017 with limits • Deduction for qualified tuition and related expenses through 2017 with limits • Classification of race horses as three-year property placed in service during 2017 • Seven-year depreciation for motorsports entertainment complexes placed in service during 2017 • Extension of special expensing rules for certain film, television and theatrical productions through 2017, with limits • Extension of empowerment zone tax incentives through 2017 • Extension of credit for nonbusiness energy property through 2017 • Extension and modification of credit for residential energy property, with limits • Extension of credit for new qualified fuel cell motor vehicles through 2017 • Extension of credit for alternative fuel vehicles refueling property through 2017 • Extension of credit for twowheeled plug-in electric vehicles through 2017 • Extension of credit for energy-efficient new homes through 2017

TANNER BOYS | FROM PAGE 9 Broughton said both Gustin and Barker “did an unbelievable job” defensively. “They lead us on defense. They’re tenacious, they never quit and that carries over to our offense,” he said.

“They also hit some timely buckets when we needed them.”

Winthrop got off to a fast start, jumping out to a 7-0 advantage in the opening period.

The Vikings then pulled ahead 15-6 before the Tanners went

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• Extension and phaseout of energy credit through 2022, with limits • Extension of energy-efficient commercial buildings deduction through 2017 • Individuals held harmless on improper levy on retirement plan • Modifications of user fee requirements for installment agreements • After 2017 attorney fees relating to awards to whistleblowers are deductible above the line • Modification of rules governing hardship distributions from retirement account • Tax home of certain citizens of the USA living abroad These are some of the Tax Extenders that are applicable to many taxpayers. It is exciting to see that Congress is committed to preserving electric and biofuel motor vehicle credits.

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on a 6-1 surge to close the first period trailing 16-12. Peabody outscored the visitors 23-16 in the second to forge in front for good.

JV drops game by one In the Feb. 6 junior varsity tilt, Peabody missed a last-second shot and dropped a close 5251 decision to Winthrop. Kyle Morfis poured in 19 points, Chioke Onwuogu had 12 and Chris Perez netted 10 for the Tanner JVs.

THE PEABODY ADVOCATE – Friday, February 16, 2018

Beacon Hill Roll Call

By Bob Katzen

THE HOUSE AND SENATE. Beacon Hill Roll Call records local senators’ votes on roll calls from the week of February 5-9. There were no roll calls in the House last week.

CHANDLER WILL BE SENATE PRESIDENT FOR ALL OF 2018 (S 2298) Senate 37-0, approved a motion to remove the adjective “Acting” from Acting Senate President Harriette Chandler’s title and make the Worcester senator the permanent Senate president for the remainder of 2018. Chandler, 80, was majority leader and second in command in the Senate before former Senate President Stan Rosenberg resigned on December 4. Rosenberg’s resignation came after allegations in the Boston Globe that his husband, Bryon Hefner, groped three men and kissed another one against his will. The Globe story also included claims that Hefner has said he speaks for Rosenberg and talks about Senate business with legislators and their staffs. The Senate Ethics Committee is currently investigating the matter.

“I did not allow Bryon Hefner to influence my actions and decisions as Senate president, or to influence the Senate’s actions and decisions, despite any suggestions to the contrary,” said Rosenberg. “I continue to rely on the Senate Ethics Committee investigation to determine all the facts, and I look forward to its completion.”

Following Rosenberg’s resignation, Chandler was elected to fill the spot temporarily until the investigation was over and Rosenberg or another senator is elected president. Chandler has said repeatedly she does not want to be the permanent Senate president for a long period of time and will not be a candidate for the position in January when the new Senate, following the November 2018 election, is scheduled to elect a new Senate president. Four senators are said to be already jockeying for votes for Senate president: Sens. Sal DiDomenico (D-Everett), Karen Spilka (D-Ashland), Eric Lesser (D-Longmeadow) and Eileen Donoghue. (D-Lowell).

Chandler plans to soon move into the plush office of the Senate president and will also name a new majority leader, the post she held before being elected Senate president. She said that the focus continues to be on policy, the budget and the business of legislating. “We have now reached a point where we are into the business of doing what we’re here to do, which is legislating,” said Chandler. “We have a budget … We have work to do for the people who have elected us, and ‘acting’ doesn’t quite do it anymore. We are now at the point where we need a president who has the Mon. Feb. 5 House 11:00 a.m. to 11:10 a.m.

Tues. Feb. 6 House 11:20 a.m. to 11:33 a.m.

Wed. Feb. 7 House 11:03 a.m. to 5:27 p.m.

Thurs. Feb. 8 House 11:03 a.m. to 11:17 a.m.

Fri. Feb. 9 No House session

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full responsibilities and the full authority of a president of the Senate.”

Both Chandler and Rosenberg intend to run for re-election in November.

(A “Yes” vote is for making Chandler the president through the end of 2018.)

Sen. Joan Lovely

Yes

$3.65 BILLION FOR REPAIRS AND IMPROVEMENTS (S 2279) Senate 37-0, approved authorizing up to $3.65 billion in bonds for repairs and improvements of capital facilities across the state including $475 million for improvements to state university and community college campuses; another $475 million for campus improvements to UMass; $85 million for clean energy and efficiency programs at state-owned facilities; $675 million for trial court facility improvements; and $500 million for public safety and security facilities.

“This bill invests in capital projects across the state, to ensure our state facilities are well-maintained and well-equipped to best serve our residents and communities,” said Sen. Karen Spilka (D-Ashland), chair of the Senate Committee on Ways and Means.

“These bonds are a strong step in our continued work with the governor and the House to support projects in a range of areas, including health, safety and education, that are critical for our cities and towns.”

“Long-term capital investment in these facilities is critical, and this bond ensures that necessary planning and investment will continue without interruption,” said Sen. John Keenan (D-Quincy), chair of the Senate Committee on Bonding, Capital Expenditures and State Assets.

The House approved a different version of the package in November. A House-Senate conference committee will work out a compromise.

(A “Yes” vote is for the $3.65 billion in repairs and improvements.)

Sen. Joan Lovely

Yes

HOW LONG WAS LAST WEEK’S SESSION? Beacon Hill Roll Call tracks the length of time that the House and Senate were in session each week. Many legislators say that legislative sessions are only one aspect of the Legislature’s job and that a lot of important work is done outside of the House and Senate chambers. They note that their jobs also involve committee work, research, constituent work and other matters that are important to their districts. Critics say that the Legislature does not meet regularly or long enough to debate and vote in public view on the thousands of pieces of legislation that have been filed. They note that the infrequency and brief length of sessions are misguided and lead to irresponsible late-night sessions and a mad rush to act on dozens of bills in the days immediately preceding the end of an annual session.

During the week of February 5-9, the House met for a total of seven hours and one minute while the Senate met for a total of 10 hours and 13 minutes.

Senate 11:08 a.m. to 11:20 a.m.

No Senate session Senate 11:12 a.m. to 4:57 p.m Senate 11:07 a.m. to 3:23 p.m.

No Senate session

Bob Katzen welcomes feedback at bob@beaconhillrollcall.com

Income Tax Filing Requirements for Retirees Dear Savvy Senior, What are the IRS income tax filing requirements for seniors this year? I didn’t file a tax return the past two years because my income was below the filing requirements, but I got a parttime job late last year, so I’m wondering if I’m required to file this year.

Part-time Retiree Dear Part-time, Whether or not you are required to file a federal income tax return this year will depend on how much you earned last year (in 2017), and the source of that income, as well as your age and filing status.

Here’s a rundown of this tax season’s (2017) IRS tax filing requirement thresholds.

For most people, this is pretty straightforward. If your 2017 gross income – which includes all taxable income, not counting your Social Security benefits, unless you are married and filing separately – was below the threshold for your filing status and age, you probably won’t have to file.

But if it’s over, you will.

Single: $10,400 ($11,950 if you’re 65 or older by Jan. 1, 2018).

Married filing jointly: $20,800 ($22,050 if you or your spouse is 65 or older; or $23,300 if you’re both over 65).

Married filing separately: $4,050 at any age.

Head of household: $13,400 ($14,950 if age 65 or older).

Qualifying widow(er) with dependent child: $16,750 ($18,000 if age 65 or older).

To get a detailed breakdown on federal filing requirements, along with information on taxable and nontaxable income, call the IRS at 800-829-3676 and ask them to mail you a free copy of the “Tax Guide for Seniors” (publication 554), or see IRS.gov/ pub/irs-pdf/p554.pdf.

Check Here Too There are other financial situations that can require you to file a tax return, even if your gross income falls below the IRS filing requirement. For example, if you had earnings from self-employment in 2017 of $400 or more, or if you’re receiving Social Security benefits and half your benefits plus

all other income, including tax-exempt interest, exceeds $25,000 (or $32,000 if you are married filing jointly), you’ll probably need to file.

To figure this out, the IRS offers an interactive tax assistant tool on their website that asks a series of questions that will help you determine if you’re required to file, or if you should file because you’re due a refund. It takes less than 15 minutes to complete.

You can access this tool at IRS.gov/filing – click on the “Do I Need to File?” button. Or, you can get assistance over the phone by calling the IRS helpline at 800-829-1040. You can also get face-to-face help at a Taxpayer Assistance Center. See IRS.gov/localcontacts or call 800-829-1040 to locate a center near you.

Check Your State Even if you’re not required to file a federal tax return this year, don’t assume that you’re also excused from filing state income taxes. The rules for your state might be very different. Check with your state tax agency before concluding that you’re entirely in the clear. For links to state tax agencies see Taxadmin.org/ state-tax-agencies.

Tax Preparation Help If you find that you do need to file a tax return this year, you can get help through the Tax Counseling for the Elderly (or TCE) program. Sponsored by the IRS, TEC provides free tax preparation and counseling to middle and low-income taxpayers, age 60 and older. Call 800-906-9887 or visit IRS.treasury.gov/freetaxprep to locate a service near you.

Also check with AARP, a participant in the TCE program that provides free tax preparation at around 5,000 sites nationwide. To locate an AARP Tax-Aide site call 888227-7669 or visit AARP.org/ findtaxhelp. You don’t have to be an AARP member to use this service.

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.

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Churches & Places of Worship Calvary Baptist Church 4 Coolidge Rd., Peabody, MA 01960 (978) 531-0914 www.cbcpeabody.org

Jehovah Witnesses of Peabody 79 Endicott St., Peabody, MA 01960

(978) 532-2474 St. Vasilios Greek Orthodox Church

Living God Community

7 Paleologos St., Peabody, MA 01960

47 Central St., Peabody, MA 01960

(978) 531-0777 www.stvasilios.org

(978) 531-6520 St. John The Baptist

First United Methodist Church

17 Chestnut St., Peabody, MA 01960

24 Washington St., Peabody, MA 01960

(978) 532-1586

(978) 532-1020 www.fumcmelrose.org

Tabernacle Baptist Church 11 Summer St., Peabody, MA 01960

(978) 531-5578 www.tbcpeabody.com The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints 24 Tremont St., Peabody, MA 01960

(781) 598-9899 www.lds.org Tabernacle Baptist Church Parsonage 15 Summer St., Peabody, MA 01960 (978) 532-4367 www.tbcpeabody.com Congregation Sons of Israel Park St. & Spring St., Peabody, MA 01960

(978) 532-1624 www.peabodyshul.org Community Covenant Church 33 Lake St., West Peabody, MA 01960

978-535-5321 www.communitycovenantlive.org St. Adelaide Church 708 Lowell St, Peabody, MA 01960

978-535-1985 www.saintadelaide.com

North Shore Baptist Church 706 Lowell Street, West Peabody 978-535-6186 www.northshorebaptistchurch.org Service Time: 10:30 AM Sundays Second Congregational Church 12 Maple Street, Peabody, MA 01960 (978) 531-0477 http://www.sccpeabody.com Church Of Christ Apostolic

First Church of Christ

36 Walnut St., Peabody, MA 01960

35 Washington St., Peabody, MA 01960

(978) 826-5653

(781) 631-1244 www.christianscience.com Monte Ministerio Cristiano 77 Walnut St., Peabody, MA 01960

(978) 587-3076 St. John Lutheran Church 32 Ellsworth Rd., Peabody, MA 01960

(978) 531-1731 www.stjohnpeabody.org St. Clare of Assisi Catholic Community (non-Roman) 32 Ellsworth Rd. at King St.

Peabody, MA 01960 (978) 804-2250 www.stclarepeabody.org Temple Ner Tamid (Conservative Egalitarian) 368 Lowell Street, Peabody, MA 01960 Led by Rabbi Richard Perlman and Cantor Steve Abramowitz.

(978) 532-1293 www.templenertamid.org

St. Ann Church 136 Lynn St., Peabody, MA 01960.

978-532-3329 www.catholic-church.org/st-ann-peabody Temple Tiferet Shalom 489 Lowell Street Peabody

978-535-2100 www.templetiferetshalom.org Congregation Tifereth Israel 8 Pierpont St., Peabody dorel6@comcast.net 978 531-7309 Elliot Hershoff, Pres.

Joanne Pressman, Soloist.

Our Lady Of Fatima Church 50 Walsh Avenue, Peabody, MA 01960 978-532-0272 www.ourladyoffatimapeabody.org email: ourladyoffatima@verizon.net

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PEABODY POLICE LOG WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 7 “Dear City, can you help me?”

A resident using the city’s MYPD reporting system told police that cars defying the snow parking ban on Tracey Street were hindering snowplows from doing their jobs and asked for help.

According to the police report, a Jeep Wrangler was towed for the parking violation during a snow emergency and the vehicle’s owner was cited for operating his vehicle while the registration was revoked for no insurance.

THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 8 Craving caramel like crazy An employee at Dunkin’ Donuts had to deal with a customer who was very upset about not being able to get caramel in a latte. The customer was so upset that police had to be called in to help calm the situation, but when police arrived, the customer was gone.

A smasher strikes A mother attempting to pick up her children at school discovered the windows had been smashed in her parked car on Englewood Road.

According to the report, the victim stated she had a previous issue after parking in front of a home approximately a month ago.

FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 9 Ice, no chaser A concerned caller reported kids playing on the ice on Crystal Lake by Lowell Street. According to the report, the fire department was called and stated that the ice was unsafe for anyone to be on, so an officer was sent to disperse the kids, who were sent on their way.

SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 10 Let’s hope it was insured The owner of an insurance company on Main Street walked into police headquarters to report his business sign valued at $300 had been stolen off the wall at his place of business.

Page 13 scene of property damage and with reckless operation of a motor vehicle.

Marcial Larios, Jr., 27, of Revere, was charged with shoplifting $100+ by concealing merchandise.

Brianna A. Lovasco, 26, of 1 Newhall Pl., Peabody, was summonsed to court for assault & battery with a dangerous weapon.

PEABODY POLICE INCIDENTS & ARRESTS of a Class E drug and with possession of a Class B drug.

ARRESTS MONDAY, FEBRUARY 5

FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 9 Michael C. Marciano, 46, of 126 Lowell St., Peabody, was charged with disorderly conduct.

Keith E. Moberg, 34, of 104 Walnut St., Saugus, was summonsed to court for malicious destruction of property over $250.

Lam Chan, 54, of Malden, was summonsed to court for operating with an expired license and for improper turn.

Wagner Batista, 33, of Framingham, was charged with unlicensed operation of a motor vehicle.

Tercio Ferreira DaSilva of 111 Tremont St., Peabody, was summonsed to court for unlicensed operation of a motor vehicle, for uninsured motor vehicle and for unregistered motor vehicle.

Melanie A. Koulouris, 40, of 96 Birch St., Peabody, was charged with operating under the influence of liquor, with motor vehicle operator refusing to identify self and with leaving scene of property damage.

MONDAY, FEBRUARY 12 SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 10

TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 6

SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 11

Elaine Purdis, 80, of 15 Bourbon St., Peabody, was charged with leaving the

WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 7 Jeniell Postell, 36, of 111 Foster St., Peabody, was charged with an arrest warrant.

Jacob H. Quarles, 20, of 66 Margin St., Peabody, was charged with operating under the influence of liquor and with marked lanes violation.

THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 8 Ty Lee Arbegast, 28, homeless/Peabody, was charged with possession of a Class A drug and with possession of a Class B drug.

Ryan C. Barrington, 29, of 12 Ramsdell Pl., Lynn, was charged with possession of a Class B drug.

Nicholas S. Fortin, 29, of 18 Krochmal Rd., Peabody, was charged with possession

Meaghan T. Coughlin, 32, of 7 Goodridge St., Peabody, was charged with operating under the influence of liquor.

Bridgewell’s 2018 Gala to honor Mark Kennard for Visionary Leadership Nonprofit celebrates 60 years of service to Massachusetts

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n March 16, Bridgewell – a nonprofit that provides social and human services that empower people with disabilities and other life challenges to live safe, self-directed and productive lives – will celebrate its 60th anniversary by honoring Mark Kennard, the former executive director of Project COPE, at its 10th annual Imagine the Possibilities Gala. Project COPE, an organization that provided community-based prevention, education and treatment services for individuals with substance use disorder, merged with Bridgewell in January 2014.

“Mark’s dedicated service is evident through the thousands of people he has helped,” said Kelly J. Martin, presi-

dent and CEO of Bridgewell. “For more than 35 years, Mark has been a driving force in creating and providing the highest level of recovery services and prevention programs for substance use disorders in Massachusetts. We are extremely proud to honor him at this year’s gala.”

Kennard, who retired from Bridgewell in December 2017, will receive the Visionary Leadership Award for his role as an advocate for substance use disorder programs in the wake of the opioid crisis. Kennard served as the executive director of Project COPE for more than 35 years, where he oversaw the growth and expansion of specialized behavioral

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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.

R E A L E S TAT E T R A N S AC T I O N S BUYER1

BUYER2

SELLER1

Delrossi, Brooke

Delrossi, Matthew

Tsakirgis, Julia E

Gandolfo, Alfred A

Schepici, Steven

Wheeler, Michael

Garbino, Deborah J

Almeida, Margaret

Almeida, Nicholas

SELLER2 Schepici, Cheryl A

ADDRESS

CITY

STATE

ZIP

DATE

PRICE

16 Essex St

Lynnfield

MA

1940

26.01.2018

$730 000,00

164 Locksley Rd

Lynnfield

MA

1940

26.01.2018

$650 000,00

2 Tree Top Ln

Lynnfield

MA

1940

24.01.2018

$609 000,00

Papineau NT

Papineau, Francis J

7 Ledgewood Way #14

Peabody

MA

1960

23.01.2018

$315 000,00

Scippa, Bernadina M

Davis, Anita E

David, Sidney S

10 Edgehill Rd

Peabody

MA

1960

23.01.2018

$530 000,00

Murphy, Ellen M

Safford Roberta Est

Freeman, Thomas J

38-1/2 Abington Ave

Peabody

MA

1960

22.01.2018

$387 530,00

Coombs, Jason

Intonti, Albert

7 Wheeler St

Peabody

MA

1960

23.01.2018

$360 000,00

Gattuso, Joseph M

Gattuso, Maria

3 Wheeler St

Peabody

MA

1960

22.01.2018

$390 000,00

Buitkus, Stephen A

Tozan, Mehmet Dullea, Bridget E

Silva, Erin

Silva, Robert M

17 Daniel Ter

Peabody

MA

1960

26.01.2018

$425 000,00

Bisesti, David A

Bisesti, Genevieve Meads, Roberta

Cannata, Alfonso

Cannata, Francesca

8 Murphy Rd

Peabody

MA

1960

22.01.2018

$490 000,00

Guttadauro, Allison M

Guttadauro, Stephen S

7 Clooney Ter

Peabody

MA

1960

26.01.2018

$690 000,00

Resca, Michael

Resca, Nancy

8 Walnut St #419

Peabody

MA

1960

26.01.2018

$287 000,00

Meads, Mark A Wimmer, Heidi

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THE PEABODY ADVOCATE – Friday, February 16, 2018

O B I TUAR IE S Emma Catherine (Colangelo) Acquaviva

funeral.com for online obituary and memorial guest book.

Richard Buttiglieri

At 94, of Peabody formerly of Malden, passed away on Sunday, February 4, 2018 at the Brudnick Center for the Living in Peabody. Emma is survived by 2 sons and their spouses, Jay and Elizabeth Acquaviva of Carlisle; Glen and Paula Acquaviva of Peabody her cherished grandchildren, Jared, Rachel, Jonathan and Lauren, Acquaviva; a sister-in-law, Evelyn Colangelo of Lynn; a brother-in-law, George Acquaviva of Revere, and many nieces and nephews. She was also predeceased by her husband Chester, Eldest son Barry Acquaviva in 2015, her parents Louis and Annie (Demars) Colangelo, and her siblings Francis, Ralph and Arthur Colangelo. Funeral held on Wednesday, February 7 at the Conway, Cahill-Brodeur Funeral Home, Peabody. Interment held at Puritan Lawn Memorial Park, Peabody.

The family requested that in lieu of flowers memorial donations be made to the Alzheimer’s Association www.alz.org/ MANH 480 Pleasant St., Watertown, MA 02472. Please visit www.ccbfuneral.com for directions, online obituary and memorial guest book.

Of Peabody, formerly of Revere and Randolph on February 10, 2018. Devoted father of Steven Buttiglieri and wife Amy of Westborough, Diane Conroy and husband Philip of Norwood, Ron Buttiglieri of FL, and Rich Buttiglieri and wife Kelly of Stow. Cherished grandfather of 8. Dear brother of the late Benny, Frank, Bobby, Phil, and Tony Buttiglieri. Caring brother in law to Kay. Also survived by many loving nieces and nephews. Richard retired from the Army National Guard after 35 years of service. Funeral at the Paul Buonfiglio & Sons-Bruno Funeral Home, 128 Revere St., Revere on Friday, February 16, 2018 at 10:45am. Funeral Mass at St. Maria Goretti Catholic Church in Lynnfield at 12:00pm. Relatives and friends are kindly invited. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Wounded Warrior Project, P.O. Box 758516, Topeka, KS 66675.

ing her through it to a more enjoyable, healthy place. In his youth, Dave was active in the St. John’s and St. Ann’s CYO, the Boy Scouts, volunteering many summers in the kitchen at Camp Fatima E.C. Week. He enjoyed swimming, scuba diving, skiing, playing darts, and he eventually developed an affinity for classic cars, drag racing, music, movies and boating; racking up friends, laughs and funny stories along the way. He was the unofficial keeper of the family lore held dearly and retold at will. David was and is deeply loved and is an unforgettable joy branded on the hearts of his family and friends. He is survived by his mother, Mary Jane Veronese of Peabody, his sister and brother-in-law Ann and Eric van Opstal, Jr., nephews Timothy and Andrew van Opstal, as well as his aunts, cousins, many beloved extended family members, brothers from another mother and dear friends, both old and new. A Funeral Mass will be held on Friday, February 16 at 11:00 am at St. John the Baptist Church 17 Chestnut Street, Peabody, MA. In lieu of flowers, if you so desire, donations can be made, in David’s name, to the following: The Carmelite Monastery, 25 Watson Avenue, Barrington, RI 02806 or Discalced Carmelite Monastery, 15 Mount Carmel Drive, Danvers, MA 01923.

Antonio Luigi “Tony” Zannella

David Veronese

Mary L. (Walsh) Baxter

At 75, of Peabody formerly of Malden, passed away unexpectedly at her home on Thursday, February 1, 2018. Mary is survived by 4 sons, Scott Baxter of Reading, Thomas Baxter and Robert Baxter both of NH, and Brian Baxter and his wife Kathleen of VA; a sister, Margaret Ventola and her husband William of Peabody; a brother, Joseph Walsh and his wife Patricia of FL; a daughter-in-law, Karen Baxter of East Boston; 16 grandchildren, 5 great grandchildren, her nieces and nephews, William Jr., Deborah, Jill, Pamela, John, Kathy, Michael and Patrick. She was also predeceased by her parents Joseph and Louise (Hagan) Walsh and a daughter-inlaw, Joanne Baxter. She was employed for 10 years as a home health aide with the Somerville VNA. Funeral held on Thursday, February 8 at the Conway, Cahill-Brodeur Funeral Home, Peabody, followed by Mass of Christian Burial at St. John the Baptist Church, Peabody. Burial at Puritan Lawn Memorial Park, Peabody.

Memorial contributions may be made to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, www.stjude.org. Please visit www.ccb-

At 57, of Peabody, passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, February 8, 2018 at home. He was born in Salem, MA on August 25, 1960, the son of Mary Jane A. (Carr) Veronese and the late David E. Veronese. Dave began his education in the Peabody Public Schools, and graduated from St. John’s Prep High School in the class of 1978. He attended college at St. Francis College in Biddeford, ME and Northeastern University in Boston. He was always a hard worker, holding positions in IT and Retail Management, where he was able to successfully apply his intellect, logic and organizational skills. A natural-born innovator, David relished finding the perfectly practical solution to any problem. His greatest accomplishments, however, were the friends he made and people whose lives he touched; willingly sharing his time and humor along the way with his co-workers at Chandler’s Ice Cream, Davis Square Liquors, Sylvania, Siemans, Pump n Pantry, BBN, Genuity and Pigott Electric. During David’s last few years, he devoted his time and talents to caring for his mother and helping her through some challenging health issues; bring-

At 66, of Peabody, devoted husband of Marina (Cieri) Zannella, son of the late Luigi and Vincenza (DiGregorio) Zannella, loving father of Christopher and his wife Laura Zannella, Lisa and her husband Scott Pelrine, and Paula and her husband James Burke, all of Peabody.

Brother of Pasqualina and her husband Fiorenzo Pietrosanto of Peabody and is also survived by his beloved six grandchildren and by several nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his sister Rosaria Pietrosanto. His Funeral was held on Thursday, February 15 at the Conway, Cahill-Brodeur Funeral Home, Peabody, followed by his Funeral Mass at St. Adelaide’s Church, Peabody. Burial in Holy Cross Cemetery, Malden. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in his name to Multiple Myeloma Research Fund Development Office, 125 Nashua Street, Suite 540, Boston, MA 02114. For online obituary, visit www.ccbfuneral.com

Robert C. Katz At 83, of Haverhill and formerly of Malden, Everett, and Peabody. Loving husband of Carla R. (Perlis) of Haverhill, and cherished father of Laurie Katz of Boston, and Kimberly Katz & David Brookshire of Timonium, Maryland. He is also survived

by Martin Katz of Peabody and Marilyn Beecoff of Florida. Funeral Service held

on Tuesday, February 13 at the H.L. Farmer & Sons Funeral Home, Haverhill. Burial in Temple Beth Shalom Memorial Park, Danvers. In lieu of flowers, contributions in his memory may be made to The Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson’s Research, Donation Processing The Michael J. Fox Foundation P.O. Box 5014 Hagerstown, MD 21741, (www.michaeljfox.org). To share a memory, or for more information please visit www.farmerfuneralhomes.com. H.L. Farmer and Sons Funeral Homes Haverhill and Bradford 978.372.9311

over 40 years. Richard is survived by his wife of 68 years, Ruth (Holmes) Porter of Peabody; his children, Ellen Porter of ME, Amy Porter (and Chris Poss) of CT, Carol (and Barry) Wallace of CA, Philip (and Sonam) Porter of CA, and Thomas (and Baolin) Tsai of CA; 8 grandchildren; and 6 great-grandchildren. Donations can be made to Concord Orchestra (51 Walden Concord, MA), Tufts Medical School, Harvard University, ALS Foundation, Nature Conservancy, American Heart Assoc., or a charity of your choice. Memorial service for Richard to be held in June.

Charles L. Manos

Irving Zuckerman

Retired Supt. of Norfolk Public Schools 93 years of age. Of Brooksby Village, Peabody January 25, 2018. Beloved husband of 67 years to Elizabeth E. (Berry) Manos.

Devoted father of Cynthia “Cindy” Reppucci & husband Rob of Melrose & Kristen Manos & husband Dave Shryock of TX. Loving Grandfather to Michael Barbati, Jr. & wife Jules, Nicholas Barbati, Robert Rutledge-Shryock & wife Liz & Benjamin Shryock. Brother of the late Harry, Ellie, Kappy & Flossie. Also many loving nieces & nephews. Relatives & friends are invited to attend Charles’ Memorial Celebration of Life on Tuesday, February 27, 2018 at 11:30 AM. in The Brookby Village Chapel, 300 Brooksby Village Dr. Peabody. Burial is private. Late U.S. Army Vet. Kindly make a memorial donation in Charles name to Brooksby Village Scholarship Fund, c/o Philanthropy Office, 200 Brooksby Village Dr. Peabody, MA. 01960. For obituary & online condolences, carrfuneral.com

Richard Polonsky Porter

At 92, of Peabody, MA, passed away on January 29, 2018. Son of the late Frank and Rita Polonsky of Newton, MA, Richard attended Newton High School, Harvard University, and Tufts Medical School.

He was a WWII commissioned Naval officer. Richard practiced medicine from 1951-1996, and had a private practice in Redwood City, CA for many years before returning to MA to pursue Occupational Health at Polaroid and Digital Equipment. A devoted musician and avid reader, Richard leaves a legacy of lifelong study of the sciences, humanities, and arts. He played oboe and wrote program notes for the Concord Orchestra for

At 92, of Peabody, formerly of Boston. Husband of the late Irene (Cirillo) Zuckerman. Beloved father of Alan P Zuckerman of Peabody and Robin A. Zuckerman of Eliot, ME. Brother of Claire Wolfe of Waltham. Also survived by his companion, Belkis DeLarosa and her extended family. He was predeceased by his siblings, Aaron and Ethel Zuckerman and his long-time companion Beatrice O’Kane. He was a veteran of WWII with the US Army and the Korean War with the US Navy. A private graveside service was held on Tuesday at Puritan Lawn Memorial Park, Peabody. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to a charity of one’s choice. Arrangements were made by the Conway, Cahill-Brodeur Funeral Home. To view on-line obituary, visit www.ccbfuneral.com

Bernice “Bunny” Samiljan At 93, of Peabody, formerly of Swampscott, MA, passed peacefully on Friday, surrounded by her loving children. She was the wife of the late Joseph Samiljan, with whom she shared 45 years of marriage before his passing in 1995. Born in Boston, she was the daughter of the late Joseph and Viola (Ellis) Chaet. Bunny grew up in Mattapan where she met Joe, the love of her life, when they were 14 years old. Together they raised five children in Swampscott. Family was at the core of Bunny’s life. She was a loving caring mother, daughter, wife and friend. Left to cherish her memory are her daughter, Maria Samiljan and her husband Alan Lensky of Marblehead; four sons, Alan & his wife Brenda Samiljan of Salem, MA; Bud & his wife Mary Samiljan of Durham, ME; Peter Samiljan of Chestnut Hill, MA; and Robert Samiljan of Medford, MA. She was the beloved grandmother of Vicki and her fiancé Lee, Jenny, Erin, Daniel & his wife Laurel, Julia & her husband Nick, Jake, Anna, Jaime, Jordan & his wife Ches, Haley, and Katie.

She was the adored great grandmother of Riley. Services held on Monday, February 12 in Stanetsky Hymanson Memorial Chapel, Salem. Burial followed at Congregation Shirat Hayam Cemetery, Temple Israel Section, Peabody. Memorial contributions may be made to the Joseph Samiljan Memorial Fund at the JCC, 4 Community Drive, Marblehead, MA 01945. For more information or to register in the online guestbook, please visit: www.stanetskyhymansonsalem.com Stanetsky Hymanson Chapel 10 Vinnin St., Salem, MA 781-581-2300

THE PEABODY ADVOCATE – Friday, February 16, 2018

BRIDGEWELL’S | FROM PAGE 13 health programs, residential treatment and recovery housing, and young adult diversion programming for individuals with substance use disorders.

Bridgewell’s Gala will be held on Friday, March 16, at the Fairmont Copley Plaza Hotel in Back Bay, Boston, and it will be emceed by award-winning WCVB reporter Karen Anderson, who reported last year on a young mother’s recovery from a substance use disorder through the help of Bridgewell. The evening includes a cocktail reception, a plated dinner and live and silent auctions as well as an opportunity to sup-

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port Bridgewell’s mission. Also, Bridgewell will premiere its “60 Years, 60 Stories” series that will bring Bridgewell and the people it serves to life in celebration of this milestone year. In addition, the Excellence in Service award at the Gala will celebrate and honor Bridgewell’s 60 years of service to Massachusetts and strengthening its communities. For more information, visit www.bridgewell. org/gala.

Last year Bridgewell was able to raise more than $300,000 in support of its mission, and this year the organization is expected to raise even more. Through its Galas, Bridgewell has raised just over $2 million in generous donations to help deliver support through community housing, day programs, outpatient treatment, recovery services, education and employment training.

WCVB-TV is the media sponsor for Bridgewell’s 60th Anniversary. Advocate sponsors for the Gala are Citizens Bank, Fire Pump Testing Company and VoDaVi Technologies. Wellness sponsors for the Gala are AA Maintenance

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About Bridgewell Bridgewell is a nonprofit social and human services organization dedicated to strengthening communities. Headquartered in Peabody, Mass., Bridgewell empowers people with disabilities and other life challenges to live safe, self-directed and productive lives. Bridgewell delivers support through community housing, day programs, outpatient treatment, recovery services, education and employment training. Its staff of more than 1,400 professionals serves approximately 6,300 people and their families. Bridgewell is accredited by the international nonprofit Commission on the Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities (CARF) and fully licensed by the state. For more information, visit www.bridgewell.org.

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However, the biggest obstacle holding most people back is the lack of inventory.

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Finally, we would like to thank everyone we worked with to buy and sell homes over the past year.

Thanks for making 2018 one of our best so far.

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Peabody Real Estate Review - 2017 PEABODY MARKET STATISTICS

# of Bedrooms 1 Bedroom 2 Bedroom 3 Bedroom 4 Bedroom 5 Bedroom 6 Bedroom 7 Bedroom 8 Bedroom

PEABODY SINGLE FAMILY HOME SALES

BY SIZE OF HOME

# Homes

$0 - $299,999

32

$300 - $399,999

151

$400 - $499,999

149

$500 - $599,999

57

$600 - $699,999

25

$700 - $799,999

3

2017 417 $423,198 $423,258 36 28

Average Sales Price $0 $317,415 $407,847 $475,288 $498,504 $524,000 $530,000 $560,000

PEABODY SINGLE FAMILY HOME SALES

BY YEAR

PEABODY SINGLE FAMILY HOME SALES BY PRICE RANGE Price Range

2016 351 $359,567 $396,031 49 8

Number of Homes Sold Average List Price Average Sale Price Average Days on Market Number of Sales over $600K

Year

Homes

2017 2016 2015 2014 2013 2012 2011 2010 2009 2008 2007 2006 2005 2004 2003 2002

417 352 377 364 339 331 240 213 278 255 268 281 354 306 328 264

Diff.

19% 18% 7% -27% 250%

# Sold 0 36 250 104 20 5 1 1

PEABODY SINGLE FAMILY HOMES, CLOSINGS

BY MONTH January

32

February

17

March

20

April

23

May

33

June

50

July

54

August

47

September

35

October

42

November

41

December

23

SINGLE FAMILY REGIONAL HOME SALES 2016 Sales

2017 Sales

Sales

2016 Avg Price

2017 Avg Price

Avg. Sales Price

Andover

369

Boxford

131

375

2%

$657,992

$695,805

6%

128

-2%

$657,326

$673,510

2%

Danvers

221

231

5%

$452,142

$482,416

7%

Lynn

592

616

4%

$294,225

$329,160

Lynnfield

121

157

30%

$708,330

$712,759

Melrose

267

209

-22%

$572,814

Middleton North Reading

Julie Daigle Alex DeRosa Marshall D'Avanzo Eric Doherty

Elena Drislane Lori Kramich John Langer Corrie Luongo

2017

DOM

72

54

-25%

108

90

-17%

53

43

-19%

12%

63

38

-40%

1%

61

52

-15%

$650,378

14%

36

29

-19%

71

77

8%

$657,326

$638,751

-3%

108

62

-43%

180

178

-1%

$565,906

$596,627

5%

63

49

-22%

Peabody

351

417

19%

$396,031

$423,258

7%

49

36

-27%

Reading

223

254

14%

$543,702

$634,243

17%

42

31

-26%

Saugus

279

273

-2%

$414,823

$437,704

6%

56

35

-38%

Stoneham

187

176

-6%

$508,315

$554,342

9%

48

40

-17%

Topsfield

78

79

1%

$626,386

$687,885

10%

82

78

-5%

Wakefield

231

223

-3%

$513,956

$534,973

4%

48

34

-29%

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