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Mayor Carlo DeMaria gave a thumbs up during the employee appreciation rally at CHA Everett Hospital on April 17. See pages 4 &5 for story and photo highlights. (Photo Courtesy of the City of Everett)

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he day that students and educators had feared arrived on April 21 when Governor Charlie Baker announced that all public and private schools will not reopen until the fall. “Students cannot return to school safely,” he said, adding that the spread of COVID-19 is still too great. “At this point in time, there is no authoritative guidance or advisories with

respect to how to operate schools safely.”

Baker said that while the buildings will remain closed, distance learning will continue.“Closing the actual school buildings for the year does not mean it’s time to start summer vacation early,” he said.

Because of the virus, high school seniors across the state will be forced to miss the pageantry of

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DiDomenico, McGonagle announce new protections for healthcare workers S tate Senator Sal DiDomenico and State Representative Joseph McGonagle announced that the Massachusetts Legislature passed a bill to provide legal protection to health care personnel and facilities to rapidly respond to the COVID-19 emergency. The bill was signed by the governor.

“Our health care workers are on the front lines of this public health emergency, and it is critical we do everything we can to protect them as they confront the pandemic and provide treatment for our residents,” said DiDomenico.

“As Massachusetts enters the midst of its COVID-19 surge, this legislation is key to ensuring our health care system can quickly respond to the crisis and our brave medical personnel can continue providing critical care for patients.”

“Healthcare workers need to know that their state officials have their backs and will do what’s necessary to aid them,” said McGonagle. “These days it is hard to carry out ‘business as usual’ so we need to give our frontline workers the flexibili-

Public health nurse weighs in on race for COVID-19 vaccine

By Christopher Roberson

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umerous pharmaceutical companies are working at breakneck speed to find a vaccine for COVID-19. Companies at the forefront of this herculean effort include Moderna Therapeutics in Cambridge, Pfizer in New York City, Johnson & Johnson in New Brunswick, N.J., and Novavax in Gaithersburg, Md. The typical process for developing a vaccine usually takes five to seven years. Yet, researchers at Johnson & Johnson are looking to begin clinical trials as soon as September.

However, Sabrina Firicano, the city’s public health nurse is not holding her breath just yet. “It’s too soon to say what the next steps are,” she said.

As agonizing as it may be, Firicano said social distancing is still the best course of action until a vaccine is made readily available.

“It feels like we’ve been doing it forever at this point, but it does work,” she said. “We need to fo-

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ty they deserve.”

U n d e r t h e l e gi s l at i o n , healthcare professionals, facilities and volunteer organizations assisting in the state’s efforts to respond to and treat COVID-19 are now protected from suit and civil liability for alleged damages related to the virus. Healthcare facilities and professionals are still sub-

ject to consumer complaints brought by Attorney General Maura Healey, and protection does not extend to acts of negligence, recklessness or intent to harm or acts of discrimination. These protections apply retroactively to March 10, 2020, and remain in effect for the duration of the State of Emergency.

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It takes a village Councillor DiPierro donates gloves to Grace Food Pantry

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ard 3 Councillor Anthony DiPierro recently stepped up and donated 700 gloves to Everett’s Grace Food Pantry. In addition, 100 face masks were donated by Rocco Longo of Sabatino Insurance Agency and hundreds of shopping

bags were donated by Alfred Lattanzi of Everett Supply & True Value Hardware. Grace Food Pantry has been servicing hundreds of families a week and has been a tremendous partner with the City of Everett in the fight against food insecurity.

Ward 3 Councillor Anthony DiPierro recently donated 700 gloves to Grace Food Pantry. He is shown with Irene Cardillo, the food pantry’s managing director.

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Malden Trans/Everett Taxi to reopen on April 28

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ger from the driver and that a government-certified sanitization spray will be used after each trip. “It disinfects almost immediately,” he said.

In addition, Morovitz said all of his drivers will be required to wear face masks. “Safety is first and foremost,” he said,

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ALDEN – The 10-vehicle fleet of Malden Trans, Inc./Everett Taxi will be back on the roads of Malden, Everett and Melrose next Tuesday, April 28 following a threeweek hiatus dictated by the COVID-19 virus.

Owner Lester Morovitz, who has made numerous donations to local city and charitable organizations during the past five decades, was compelled to close his family’s iconic transportation company on April 6. “We felt that there was going to be a 14day period that was going to be bad,” said Morovitz, speaking of the surge expected from the ongoing pandemic. His initial plan was to remain closed until April 20; however, Moro-

for the customers as well as the drivers.

The company’s hours of operation will be from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m., Monday through Sunday. “Everything shuts down after 6 anyway,” said Morovitz.

In addition, Malden Trans/ Everett Taxi also provides ser-

vice to the River’s Edge Luxury Apartments, Logan International Airport, South Station and the Black Falcon Terminal.

The last time the company closed was for 24 hours, following the assassination of President John F. Kennedy in November 1963.

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He said that going forward, each vehicle will have a partition separating the passen-

Temporary relief for street sweeping violations ayor Carlo DeMaria announced that the City of M Everett will not issue tickets or tow cars for street sweeping violations through the month of May.

“I understand it is difficult at this time to move cars with everyone home,” said DeMaria. “However, it is important for street sweeping to continue to maintain and eliminate damage to the underground drainage system.”

Residents are asked to observe the signage and move their cars to allow the sweeper to clean the streets. The City of Everett will continue to issue warnings to residents who fail to move their cars.

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City gives heartfelt thank you to CHA employees

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s the change in shifts was starting at the Everett campus of Cambridge Health Alliance (CHA), a myriad of police officers, firefighters and city officials arrived at the hospital to thank the countless healthcare professionals entrenched in the war against COVID-19. Sirens filled the air on April 17 as police cars and fire engines rolled by down Garland Street with Whitney Houston’s “Higher Love” playing in the background. During

CHA Everett Hospital employees showed their excitement during the April 17 rally.

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Mayor Carlo DeMaria and his wife Stacy during the employee appreciation rally at CHA Everett Hospital on April 17.

the rally, every hospital employee received a hot meal and a bouquet of flowers.

“We simply want to say thank you to those who run towards danger and selflessly go to work every day to save people’s lives,” said Mayor Carlo DeMaria. “We can never do enough to recognize and thank them for their courageous service.”

Christian Lanphere, CHA’s Everett Hospital Administrator/Director of Emergency Management and Safety Officer, said he values the city’s benevolence. “Our staff greatly appreciated the tremendous turnout from the city of Everett – from Mayor DeMaria, Representative Joe McGonagle, many city councillors and both the Police and Fire Departments – your energy and kindness were felt by all,” he said. “This thank you event demonstrated the strength and unity of the city and we are truly grateful for the opportunity to serve and care for Everett residents.”

Police Chief Steven Mazzie said 14 of his cruisers were included in the rally. “It boosted people’s spirits; they obviously appreciated it very much,” he said of last Friday’s event.

“It was a good way to end the week – to do something positive.”

Ward 3 Councillor Anthony DiPierro said hosting the rally was the least the city could do. “Being able to thank those employees on the frontline at CHA is just a small token of appreciation from the people of Everett; actions speak louder than words,” he said.

“This community is extremely grateful for our first responders, health care professionals and essential workers.”

CHA | SEE PAGE 5

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City’s AA+ credit score reflects AUTOTECH financial stability, responsibility SINCE

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ayor Carlo DeMaria announced that the city’s bond rating has been reaffirmed as AA+ by Standard & Poor’s Global Rating (S&P). This score is the second highest rating that any municipality can receive and reflects the City of Everett’s strong financial position and its commitment to borrow responsibly. While many communities might face downgrades on their score, Everett remains strong under the leadership of Chief Financial Officer Eric Demas.

The City is currently issuing short-term debt relating to the City’s Capital Improvement Plan and has received a rating of SP1+, the highest

CHA | FROM PAGE 4 DiPierro also urged residents not to become complacent. “We are still in the middle of fighting this pandemic, and we encourage everyone to stay informed, stay safe and stay home,” he said.

The event was part of a larger Day of Gratitude, which be-

short-term rating attainable by any municipality.

“The city’s financial state is sturdy…I am proud of the hard work by the Administration, specifically CFO Demas and the entire financial team, for keeping the city’s financial state as strong as they have,” said DeMaria.

S&P highlighted Everett’s strengths: • Strong economy, with access to a broad and diverse metropolitan statistical area • Strong management, with good financial policies and practices under the Financial Management Assessment methodology • Strong budgetary perfor-

mance, with operating results that could improve in the nearterm relative to fiscal 2019, which closed with operating deficits in the general fund and at the total governmental fund level in fiscal 2019 • Very strong budgetary flexibility, with an available fund balance in fiscal 2019 of 15 percent of operating expenditures • Very strong liquidity, with total government available cash at 23.9 percent of total; governmental fund expenditures and 4.lx governmental debt service, and access to external liquidity that is consid-

gan at 6:45 that morning. At that time, employees from the Department of Public Works delivered scores of flowers – donated by Encore Boston Harbor – to employees at the hospital. “We are pleased that we are able to bring Everett residents a little joy during this otherwise difficult time,” said Encore Boston Harbor Presi-

dent Brian Gullbrants.

In addition, Richard O’Neil, Jr., president and chief executive officer of Everett Bank, provided lunch from The Square Deli for police officers, firefighters and other emergency workers. “It is just a small gesture to thank those who put their lives at risk every day,” he said.

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~ LET TER TO THE EDITOR ~

CHA updates city on COVID-19 response Dear Editor: I am writing to share a brief update on Cambridge Health Alliance’s (CHA) efforts to protect and best serve our patients, visitors, staff and community.

Please know that our staff, the heart and soul of CHA’s efforts, continue to work day and night to respond to COVID-19 and the needs of the community. One major milestone for CHA is that in the last four weeks staff and

providers have launched a robust TeleHealth system for our patients. TeleHealth is a virtual interaction between patient and provider which helps keep our patients and providers safer. It’s a tremendous accomplishment!

Staff at CHA are redeploying and taking on new clinical roles each day. We are shifting resources and services as we respond to this unprecedented moment. As our CEO, Dr. Assaad

Sayah, said to the CHA community: “Every generation is faced with a defining moment, a challenge that seems overwhelming and difficult to bear. Together we can overcome our fear and discomfort to save others – especially the most vulnerable members of our communities.”

Many of you have asked if we still plan to close the Somerville Hospital Emergency Department and open our new Urgent Care Center on April 30. We remain on schedule for the conversion. At this moment, and in the wake of countless changes to our service delivery systems, we believe that continuing to shift our resources to critical areas and be flexible is in the best interest of our patients and communities. Even in the midst of the COVID-19 outbreak, the Somerville Emergency Department is still seeing low patient volumes, particularly overnight. This is not the case, however, at Everett and Cambridge Hospitals where there have been significant increases in patient volume. We will continue to serve patients at Somerville Urgent Care between the hours of 9 a.m.–9 p.m.

It is true that difficult times often bring out the best in people, and we are seeing this not only with our staff but also with you, our amazing neighbors and communities. Over the past few weeks you have encouraged us at our hospitals with evening applause, even a wonderful sign thanking staff, helping us fundraise for crucial support, and providing us with donated meals and personal protective equipment. Your love and dedication are truly helping us bring “Care

to the People” in circumstances that none of us could ever have imagined.

Accessing CHA Primary Care

In order to keep our patients and staff safe, most visits are now by TeleHealth – phone or video – except for a few services that require in-person care. Limited in-person visits are available as needed. Visit our TeleHealth page to learn more.

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Donations

Like all healthcare organizations, CHA is facing shortages of medical supplies. Our community is stepping up to the challenge and has been delivering!

From our neighbors (far and wide) to local businesses, community groups, and individuals – we have been deeply moved by your support.

We are still asking the community for donations of new and unused PPE. There remains a need for N95 and surgical masks, coveralls, and paper protective gowns. We are so thankful for all the homemade masks we have received, and we continue to distribute internally at CHA. We are still happy to receive homemade masks and distribute as well to our community partners and city officials who are in need of these masks. Visit our website to see the full list of items. Our heartfelt thanks for all your kindness and the incredible support! Be safe, take care of yourself and continue all the care you are demonstrating to one another.

Visitor Policy

Visitors are restricted at the inpatient units and emergency departments at CHA Cambridge and Everett Hospitals. No visitors are allowed for patients at CHA Everett Hospital, and visitors at CHA Cambridge Hospital are only allowed in limited situations.

At CHA Everett Hospital, no Emergency or Inpatient visitors are allowed.

At CHA Cambridge Hospital, no Emergency visitors. Inpatient visitors are allowed only for children and women about to have a baby. Learn more about this policy at https://www.challiance. org/help-center/covid-19-alert.

Collaborations on Community and Government Resources

Tufts University will soon make its residence halls available to house medical personnel, first responders, and CHA patients, including those recovering from

COVID-19, in an effort to help contain the spread. This service is a partnership between Tufts, CHA, and the cities of Somerville and Medford. An enormous thank you to Tufts University President Dr. Anthony Monaco for his leadership on this project and commitment to our patients and communities.

Call to Action: Foreign-Trained Healthcare Workers

The community and government officials are advocating to let health care professionals, trained in other countries, assist with the response to COVID-19.

CommonWealth, a local public affairs magazine, interviewed CHA’s Chief of Medicine Dr. Rick Pels, for a story on the potential deployment of foreign-trained medical professionals to assist during this pandemic.

CHA Revere Mobile Market: Open & Busier Than Ever!

On April 6, CHA, the Greater Boston Food Bank and Good Measures hosted another Mobile Market in Revere with fresh produce for the community. Social distancing was practiced and participants were asked to stand six feet apart. Bags of food were packed ahead of time.

How to Make a Donation to CHA

It has been heartwarming to receive so many inquiries from people asking how they can support Cambridge Health Alliance as we battle COVID-19. We hope that you, your families and work colleagues are healthy and well.

At this time, it is critical we centralize all these efforts to best manage our resources. If you (or your friends or family) are interested in making a general online financial contribution to CHA, we ask you to make a donation to the CHA Foundation.

To mail a check to the CHA Foundation:

CHA Foundation Somerville Hospital 230 Highland Ave., 5th Floor Somerville, MA 02143 For any questions about making a donation, please email David Sternburg, our Director of Development, at dsternburg@ challiance.org To donate PPE, please email Julia Saggese at jsaggese@challiance.org For restaurants interested in feeding our dedicated staff, email fooddonation@challiance. org or Yvonne Johnson.

Warm regards, Mary Cassesso Chief Community Officer Cambridge Health Alliance

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The Health and Wellness Center presents Virtual Classes

All our Virtual classes will be done through the ZOOM app. This app is FREE & and can be downloaded on any computer and on IPHONES & Andriods. Once you have downloaded ZOOM, it is time to create an account by adding your personal information. Once that is set up, go to " join a meeting' at the designated class time, and put in your MEETING ID NUMBER listed on the schedule. If you do NOT want your camera to record you during the meeting, you can disable it, but still be able to see the instructor. Once the class is over, simply "leave the meeting."

Adult Classes: Barre: This class will lead you through a workout that combines the best elements of ballet barre, Pilates, functional training and stretching.

Body Blast: A calorie burning workout that incorporates interval cardio and body sculpting. A total-body workout targeting muscles from head to toe to build strength & endurance while improving flexibility. This class will help shape and tone refining body alignment and posture.

Core & More: A 30 min class targeting your entire torso, including back and core muscles. A strong core leads to strong, fit body that will be less prone to injury. This class is a wonderful complement to all group fitness classes.

HIIT: High Intensity Interval Training also known as Tabata, or Burst Training, takes an interval style approach. This workout is designed to train the total body and is super intense. This class is 30 minutes of nonstop Core & Cardio training Step It Up This class combines the classic, medium to high intensity, step cardio workout with basic step aerobics choreographed routines, but takes standard hi/lo aerobics moves and gives them a bit of an upbeat style. Set to the latest music, this class will give you a work-out.

Strong: a high intensity interval training workout driven by the science of Synced Music Motivation. STRONG crafts & reverse engineers the songs to match every move, driving the intensity and provides a total body workout. It incorporates body weight, kick boxing, and boot camp style movements throughout the class.

Top it Off: A 45 min nonstop free weight workout catering to your upper body. Shape your arms, shoulders and back and helping your upper body get stronger.

Rock Bottom: A 45 min intense workout zoned to target your lower half. Working on leaning & strengthening leg muscles while lifting and toning your bottom.

Yoga All levels‌ yoga at a faster paced, and the assanas (postures) are linked together in a series of movements from one pose to another, gives you an added cardiovascular benefit. The practice of yoga can increase muscle strength, endurance and flexibility, and reduce levels of stress.

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KidFit: This class will get your kids active. Ms. Keri will do some basic at home exercise moves to some music. It is fun & it will get your kids moving.

Kids Yoga: Hop on your yoga Mat and join Ms. Jacqui for a fun kids yoga class. You will explore the basics of yoga.

Kids Zumba: Join Ms. Lauren for a dance fitness class just like adult Zumba, but with age-appropriate music and moves, and an emphasis on "feeling fearless on the dance floor."

Youth Soccer Conditioning: Join Coach John for a soccer conditioning class that will show you to perfect a complete soccer at home workout using a soccer ball, agility skills, calisthenics, and plyometrics exercises. He will help you how to stay active while at home.

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Gronk unretires to join Brady in Tampa

By Greg Phipps

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hen former New England Patriots star tight end Rob Gronkowski held an emotional press conference last year expressing how he had lost his love for playing football, and how that was the reason why he was retiring, it came off as a sincere farewell.

Perhaps at the time it was.

Maybe Gronk was beaten down both mentally and physically from nine years of getting banged up and suffering several injuries as one of quarterback Tom Brady’s main receiving targets in the Patriots’ high-powered offense. But after a year on the sidelines and playing the role of World Wrestling Entertainment (WWE) wrestler, clownish TV commentator, and beach party promoter, the unpredictable Gronk decided this week to return to the field and rejoin Brady as a member of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.

It appears whatever umbilical cord that had remained with the Pats was severed completely after Gronkowski’s choice to hook up with his buddy Brady in Tampa. Reports had abounded for the past three years, since New England’s Super Bowl loss to Philadelphia in 2018 when defensive back Malcom Butler was

VACCINE | FROM PAGE 2 cus on mitigation and flattening the curve.”

As of April 23, there were 690 cases of the virus in Everett, an increase of 37 cases over the prior day.

However, Firicano remained optimistic that the number of COVID-19 cases in the city will soon plateau and then steadily decrease.

New shelter at enVision Hotel

Mayor Carlo DeMaria together with State Senator Sal DiDomenico and State Representative Joseph McGonagle recently announced that enVision Hotel on Revere Beach Parkway will be used as another shelter for recovering COVID-19 patients. Although the shelter will be open to patients from neighboring communities, priority will be given to Everett residents.

“As the positive cases continue to rise, I’m grateful to have an isolation facility right in Everett,” said DeMaria. “Our residents have been greatly affected by the pandemic and I’m grateful that

mysteriously benched, that both Brady and Gronk had apparently grown tired and wary of head coach Bill Belichick’s overbearing “Do your job” methodology.

Gronk often hinted that playing for the Pats lacked fun, and Brady seemed to lose a bit of his long-held commitment to excellence by not showing up for voluntary offseason workouts the past couple of seasons, something he had regularly done most of his career.

No doubt the absence of Gronkowski and Brady is going to have a significant impact on New England in the coming seasons. Though the defense was statistically one of the best in the NFL last year, it’s the offensive production that has really been the mainstay of the Patriots’ success over the past decade or so. The defense was always good at mitigating damage and making big plays at key moments, but it has not been a dominant fixture since the period that ran from 2003-2007.

With Brady and Gronk providing many of the highlights in this second decade of the 21st century, the Pats offense was consistently able to roll up an average of 30-plus points on a regular basis.

Of course, this made the 2019 Super Bowl victory – a 13-3 the governor and his administration recognized the need to keep our residents safe and stop the spread.”

While at enVision, patients’ vital signs will be checked twice a day by personnel from Beth Israel Lahey Health. In addition, the hotel will have a supply of Narcan on hand as well as an automated external defibrillator.

“This isolation and recovery location is critically important for the city of Everett,” said DiDomenico. “I am grateful that the governor and his team have, once again, responded by opening the EnVision Hotel and are providing all the necessary staffing, supplies and food for patients. This will allow our residents at home to stay healthy and for members of our community to have a place to recover from this virus."

McGonagle thanked the staff at Envision for providing “such a crucial service.”“I think it’s really important that the city utilize all its resources during this pandemic to protect and prevent the spread of the disease,” he said.

“Moments like this prove Everett is strong, united and continuing to fight this disease.”

win over the Rams – a bit unusual, as the offense had suddenly become a ground-andpound attack. That said, however, it was still Brady and Gronk who connected on a huge pass play that set up New England’s game-clinching touchdown in the final quarter.

It seems odd to have both number 12 and number 87 no longer in New England and now donning the uniform of another team – the Buccaneers, of all franchises. Brady and Gronk were the definite one-two face of the Patriots, and it will be hard to determine where and how the team’s identity will be forged from here.

With Belichick at the controls, it wouldn’t be surprising to see the Brady-less, Gronk-less Pats still compete well and perhaps even win 10 or 11 games and take the American Football Conference–Eastern Division crown again this coming season. But with strong, powerful teams like Kansas City, Baltimore, New Orleans and Tennessee currently on the landscape, it doesn’t appear New England will have quite enough to get over the hump and seriously contend for a Super Bowl in the next few years.

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Schools closed for rest of year, spring sports unlikely

By Greg Phipps

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lthough the Massachusetts Interscholastic Athletic Association (MIAA) had put off making an official decision until Friday, it seemed pretty much a foregone conclusion that the 2020 high school spring sports season will cease to commence at all. This development came about as a result of Gov. Charlie Baker's announcement on Tuesday that all schools in the state must remain closed for the remainder of this school year.

Baker’s order came just about a week after the MIAA had approved preliminary plans for an abbreviated spring season that would have started on May 4, the previous target date to reopen schools. The season was set to run to June 27 with just sectional tournaments being played and no state tourney competition.

This included cancellation of the “Super 8” Div. 1 baseball tourney and individual tennis tournaments.

Spring sports comprise

baseball, softball, girls’ tennis and golf, lacrosse and outdoor track & field. The news on Tuesday comes as a blow to student-athletes, coaches and community members, who were looking forward to competition this spring. In particular, senior athletes will not get the opportunity to participate in their final seasons.

The MIAA responded to Baker’s announcement on Tuesday by saying it will provide a formal statement on the status of spring sports on Friday (after press deadline). The MIAA did acknowledge via a social media message that the decision to shut down for the remainder of the year was “difficult news.”

A post on the Everett High School athletics Twitter site noted that “we would like to take a moment to recognize our seniors for their commitment and dedication to our school and its athletic programs. How an athlete responds in the face of adversity is what separates the elite from the mediocre.”

Mayor issues new order bolstering face mask requirements

By Christopher Roberson

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ith the number of COVID-19 cases well into the hundreds throughout the city, Mayor Carlo DeMaria, in concert with the Board of Health, recently issued an order implementing greater measures regarding face masks. “ The incidence of the COVID-19 virus and deaths related to the illness in the city of Everett is among the highest in the Commonwealth,” DeMaria said in the order.

As of April 20, all residents, except for children under the age of five, are required to wear a mask when they go into a public building, use public transportation or pump gasoline. He also said that by wearing a mask, a person is less likely to touch their face.

In addition, every business that has remained open must now display signage stating:

“the use of a mask or other facial covering is required of every person upon entry into the facility and at all times while in the facility.”

“Any person entering any store, workplace or other facility and any person remaining in such store, workplace or facility, who declines or refuses to wear a mask or such other facial covering shall be deemed a trespasser upon the property and may be subject to arrest and civil or criminal prosecution,” said DeMaria.

Regarding service at restaurants, DeMaria said over-thecounter service will be permitted provided that Plexiglas is used, all payment portals are cleaned after each use and no customers are allowed to bring in their own reusable mugs or bags. “Evidence indicates that workers in grocery stores, convenience stores, restaurants offering take-out food and other facilities where the public has

general access are especially susceptible to the transmission of the disease,” said DeMaria.

Extended Curfew Order

The city’s curfew order will now remain in effect until Governor Charlie Baker lifts the State of Emergency declaration. The original curfew order, which had a tentative end date of April 20, requires that all residents remain in their homes from 9 p.m. to 6 a.m.

Regarding business closures, DeMaria said businesses offering professional services must remain closed. Such businesses include tax offices, accounting offices and law firms.

DeMaria sai d anyone found in violation of the order will be fined up to $300 per day. “I have ordered the Everett Police Department, the Health Department and Inspection-

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Mayor and United Way launch Everett Community Care Fund M

ayor Carlo DeMaria recently announced the establishment of the Everett Community Care Fund in partnership with United Way of Massachusetts Bay and Merrimack Valley.

Seeded with a $100,000 challenge match grant from United Way, the Everett Community Care Fund will mobilize resources for emergency assistance to households who are financially impacted, with a focus on those who are most economically vulnerable during the COVID-19 pandemic. The fund will deploy resources through local nonprofit partners to prevent financial crises and displacement of Everett residents.

“Many lives have been disrupted as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic. While the health of our residents is paramount; the financial burden that many face isn’t far behind,” said DeMaria.

“The need for resources in Everett will continue to grow; I’m

thankful to United Way for their assistance and generous seed fund to get us started. I would encourage all of those who are able to donate to help a friend, family member or neighbor that may be struggling during this time,”said Mayor Carlo DeMaria.

As COVID-19 reverberates across hospitals, offices, schools and homes, many in Everett are being impacted in ways they never imagined a month ago. Businesses who make up the backbone of Everett’s local economy have significantly reduced their hours or have been forced to close. People who are not paid if they are not working are trying to figure out how they will make ends meet.

The Everett Community Care Fund was established to mobilize those who can give to do so in support of their neighbors. To kick off the effort, United Way is providing $100,000 to the Everett Community Care Fund.

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coronavirus, the response to mitigate the current pandemic and flatten the curve has to be more vigorous. We must all understand the seriousness of the virus and work with one another as we get through this period of time together.”

al Services to strictly enforce these guidelines,” he said in his order. “I know these measures may seem extreme; however, this virus is extreme. As we grapple with the spread of the

Grants of $20,000 each will be distributed to Mystic Valley Elder Services, La Comunidad, the Everett Haitian Community Center, Latinos Unidas en Massachusetts and Eliot Community Human Services.

“As we all struggle to cope with COVID-19 in our homes and in our communities, we can also act – to help others,” said President/CEO Michael K. Durkin of United Way of Massachusetts

Bay and Merrimack Valley.“United Way is proud to partner with Mayor DeMaria and community leaders in Everett to help meet the basic needs of individuals, children and families during this unprecedented crisis.”

The Everett Community Care Fund will focus on the basic needs of families. Priority will be given to those who are most economically vulnerable to this crisis. All donations will be collected by United Way and distributed by established Everett nonprofit organizations with a track record of administering assistance funds. These funds will cover the costs of essential needs, including, but not limited to, rent, food, utilities, childcare and medication.

All gifts are tax-deductible and 100 percent of the proceeds (net credit card fees) will go to individuals seeking assistance via nonprofits already working in the community. Do-

nations can be made by credit card or through a donor-advised fund online or by sending a check to United Way of Massachusetts Bay, PO Box 51381, Boston, MA 02205-1381. Please make checks out to“United Way of Massachusetts Bay” and include “Everett COVID-19 Care Fund”in the memo of the check.

Anyone in need of immediate assistance is urged to contact United Way’s 211 helpline or visit mass211.org for comprehensive information and referrals related to COVID-19. The following agencies will be distributing assistance for Everett residents: • Everett Haitian Community Center (EHCC) • Eliot Community Human Services • La Comunidad, Inc. • Latinos Unidos en Massachusetts (LUMA) • Mystic Valley Elder Services (MVES)

During a prior interview, DeMaria said he believes residents now understand the purpose of social distancing and that they will continue this practice even as the weather gets warmer. “A lot of people are adhering to it,” he said.

“I think the message is hitting home.”

Public Health Nurse Sabrina Firicano said she agrees with DeMaria’s order. “This is something that had to be done,” she said. “It’s important to be one step ahead.”

However, Firicano said city officials could encounter problems in terms of residents maintaining social distancing when the warmer weather arrives. “It’s something that we have to keep in the back of our minds,” she said.

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THE HOUSE AND SENATE. There were no roll calls in the House or Senate last week.

To the exclusion of just about everything else, the COVID-19 pandemic was front and center on Beacon Hill for the third week in a row. Most legislators and staff are staying away from Beacon Hill and are working from home to comply with so-

THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRIDAY, APRIL 24, 2020 cial distancing guidelines. The House and Senate held only informal sessions at which there can be no roll calls and it only takes one member to stop the proceedings if he or she disagrees with anything. The Democrats and Republicans worked together, as they did last week, and continued to cooperate and approved bills relating to COVID-19. This week, Beacon Hill Roll Call reports on several pieces of legislation relating to the COVID-19.

It's also an election year so it's time to take a look at how much money the incumbent senators have raised, spent and have on hand during the first three

months of 2020. This week’s report also includes the fundraising numbers for the state’s 38 senators from the latest filing period of January 1, 2020 to March 31, 2020. The numbers are from the Office of Campaign and Political Finance. To get more information on any senator’s fundraising and expenditures go to www.ocpf.us and click on “Browse registered filers and reports” and then type the name of your senator in the box that says “Filter by name” in the upper left-hand corner of the page.

SENATORS WHO RAISED THE MOST AMOUNT OF MONEY AND THE LEAST AMOUNT

The senator who raised the most amount of money is Senate President Karen Spilka (D-Ashland) who raised $123,007.

Following her are Sens. Cynthia Stone Creem (D-Newton), $65,590 and Brendan Crighton (D-Lynn), $62,902.

The senator who raised the least amount of money is Sen. Anne Gobi (D-Spencer) who raised $402. Following her are Sens. John Keenan (D-Quincy), $650 and Harriette Chandler (D-Worcester), $979.

Here’s how much the local senator raised: S en. S al D iDomenico $13,050 SENATORS WHO SPENT THE MOST AMOUNT OF MONEY AND THE LEAST AMOUNT The senator who spent the most amount of money is Sen. Nick Collins (D-Boston) who spent $57,564. Following him are Senate President Karen Spilka (D-Ashland), $42,028 and Joseph Boncore (D-Winthrop), $31,345.

The senator who spent the least amount of money is Sen. Edward Kennedy (D-Lowell) who spent $1,072. Following him are Sens. John Keenan (D-Quincy), $1,333 and Anne Gobi (D-Spencer), $1,653.

Here’s how much the local senator spent: S en. S al D iDomenico $18,881 SENATORS WHO HAVE THE MOST CASH ON HAND AND THE LEAST CASH ON HAND The senator who has the most amount of cash on hand is Sen. Mark Montigny (D-New Bedford) who has $858,283. Fol-

lowing him are Sens. Bruce Tarr (R-Gloucester), $442,536 and Senate President Karen Spilka (D-Ashland), $430,978.

The senator who has the least amount of cash on hand is Sen. John Keenan (D Quincy) who has $8,818. Following him are Sens. Michael Brady (D-Brockton), $22,489 and Edward Kennedy (D-Lowell), $23,918.

Here's how much cash the local senator has on hand: S en. S al D iDomenico $52,754 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 April 1317, the House met for a total of 12 hours and 23 minutes while the Senate met for a total of seven hours and 15 minutes

Mon. April 13 House 11:02 a.m. to 11:18 a.m.

Senate 11:13 a.m. to 11:59 a.m.

Tues. April 14 No House session No Senate session Wed. April 15 House 11:01 a.m. to 5:03 p.m.

No Senate session Thurs. April 16 House 11:03 a.m. to 4:32 p.m.

Senate 11:06 a.m. to 5:07 p.m.

Fri. April 17 House 2:00 p.m. to 2:36 p.m.

Senate 2:15 p.m. to 2:43 p.m.

Bob Katzen welcomes feedback at bob@beaconhillrollcall.com

CREDIT | FROM PAGE 5 ered strong • Very strong debt and contingent liability profile, with debt service carrying charges at 5.8 percent of expenditures and net direct debt that is 46.3 percent of total governmental fund revenue, as well as low

GRONK | FROM PAGE 8 Time doesn’t stand still, and it seems to have caught up to the Patriots, who have had an amazing 20-year run.

Who knows? Maybe Jarrett Stidham will emerge as the next

overall net debt at less than three percent of market value and rapid amortization, with 66.5 percent of debt scheduled to be retired in 10 years, but a large pension and other postemployment benefits obligation • Strong institutional framework score out-of-the blue star QB, and New England’s run of success will continue unabated. After all, who among us thought Brady was going to turn out to be one of the all-time greats when he was drafted in the sixth round back in 2000.

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OBITUARIES grandnieces and grandnephews. Also surviving are many cherished friends. She was a proud member of the Saugus-Everett Emblem Club, #32.

Ter r y loved her R ed S ox through thick and thin, never missing a game. Due to the current restrictions placed on all of us because of COVID-19, all services will be held privately for the immediate family and a memorial Mass will be scheduled when it becomes possible.

In lieu of flowers, contributions Of Everett, age 76, passed away in Theresa’s memory to the Jimafter a short illness on April 15 my Fund/Dana Farber P.O. Box at the Katzman Family Center 849168, Boston, MA 02284 or for Living in Chelsea. Beloved JimmyFund.org would be sinwife of the late James “Jim” cerely appreciated.

Canty. Loving mother of Denise Canty Turilli of Everett and Nicholas James “Uncle James M. Canty of Salisbury, Jim” Forrestall and the late Richard J. Gannam.

Sister of George Ingram and the late John W. Ingram Jr. and the sister-in-law of Nancy Ingram. Proud grandmother of three grandsons: Nicholas Canty, Matthew Turilli and Ryan Canty. Also, survived by two nephews, one niece and several great nephews & nieces and friends.

Born in Arlington, she was the daughter of the late John Of Everett, age 90, W. Ingram and Alfreda (Cruiser). Graduated from Arlington passed away on High School and worked as a April 15. Son of the Patient Care Assistant for many late Nicholas Forrestall and years. Devoted wife, mother Margaret (King). Loving brothand grandmother. Helen loved er of the late Katherine Pizzaspending time with her fami- no, Luc y Furman, Marion ly and friends. Helen enjoyed O’Hare, Cecelia Forrestall, Milistening to music, dancing, chael Forrestall, Francis Forreplaying cards, pool and bowl- stall, Margaret Kotkowski, Heling with her friends and fami- en DeSantis, Dennis Forrestall ly. She will be missed by all that and Carole Julian. Uncle Jim knew her. leaves behind many loving nieces, nephews and caring family members and friends.

Theresa S. Carrabis Late Korean War Army Veteran and a longtime US Postal Clerk.

In light of the recent development with the COVID-19, all funeral services will be private.

Donations may be made to the Northeast Animal Shelter, 347 Highland Ave, Salem, MA 01970.

Helen Rita (Ingram) Canty

Daniel Gritti Of Everett, entered into eternal rest on April 16, 2020 in the Courtyard Nursing Care Center of Medford. She was 87 years old. Born in Everett, Theresa was a lifelong resident. She worked as a salesperson in retail sales for many years. Beloved daughter of the late Pasquale and Raffaela (D’Adamo) Carrabis. Dear and devoted sister of Lisa Pirelli and Tillie Cogliano of Everett and the late James, Carmen and Ricky Carrabis. She was the loving aunt to many nieces, nephews,

North Andover resident, native of Everett and formerly of Naples, FL, was born on July 5, 1949 and passed April 16, 2020.

Dan graduated from Everett

High School, North Shore Community College, and Boston College. He was the proud father of Dan Gritti, Jr. of Illinois and Stephen Gritti of Connecticut.

As a teenager, Dan volunteered at the Everett ‘Rec’ and was a ‘big brother’ for special needs children. To serve our country, Dan joined the Air Force immediately after graduating EHS (class of ’67). Early on Dan discovered his true passion… helping others.

Dan managed to fit a lot into a 24-hour day. To spend more time with his sons, Dan coached and volunteered for their foot-

ball and hockey teams. He earned his Bachelor’s degree with honors in Business Administration at Boston College. Dan worked and retired from the U.S. Post Office. During his tenure, he served as a union shop steward, tirelessly helping his co-workers resolve issues and obtain their earned benefits.

For a while, Dan owned an iceskate shop at the Burlington Ice Palace. Dan picked up a love of golf and moved to Naples, FL. He joined the Italian-American Club-Naples. He offered to help and was asked to serve on their Board as well as to organize fundraisers and events. Dan ex-

celled in these roles and served on multiple Boards over the next 15 years. He brought his event skills to North Andover and organized social activities.

No matter where Dan lived, he was a die-hard fan of the Patriots, Red Sox, Celtics, Bruins, and Boston College Eagles.

While Dan loved his life in Naples, he loved his granddaughters even more and returned to Massachusetts to be closer to his family. Dan enthusiastically attended dance recitals and school events. He LOVED being a grandpa. Both of Dan’s

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OBITUARIES OBITUARIES | FROM PAGE 11 sons coach football. If he could not attend a game in person, Dan would listen online to every play, never missing a game and boast for the rest of week.

To anyone who ever met Dan, there is no doubt that he enjoyed sharing his pride in his family.

Dan joined the Disabled American Veterans (DAV). As Commander of North Andover’s DAV Chapter #37 he helped other veterans obtain benefits. Dan lived the DAV motto of helping to build better lives for American disabled veterans and their families.

Dan was a big guy, a true gentle giant ‌ and every bit of him was filled with heart. He has countless friends scattered around the country. As busy as Dan was, he always had time for his 101-year-old mother and sisters. Dan proudly wore his title of “World’s Best Big Brotherâ€?.

Dan is survived by his sons,

Dan Gritti, Jr. and Stephen Gritti, daughter-in-law Kara Fox Gritti, granddaughters Harper and Neely, mother Mary, sisters Theresa and Lisa, nephew Adam Lattanzi, and brother-in-law Tom Divilio. Dan will be interred at the New Hampshire State Veterans Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contribution checks may be mailed to Disabled American Veterans (DAV) – Chapter 37, 45 Heywood Road, Acton, MA 01720 – please add “in memory of Dan Gritti� in the memo of your check.

A memorial service will be held later this year. The family is monitoring Dan’s Facebook page and invite posts of photos.

Gloria A. (Giardiello) Keane

A lifelong Everett resident, passed away on April 15, 2020, at the Chelsea Jewish Nursing Home, she was 92 years old.

Devoted daughter of the late Joseph and Carmela Giardiello.

She was the beloved wife of the late Martin J. Keane. Loving mother of Joseph Keane, Former Everett City Counselor James Keane and his wife Ann-Marie K Duffy-Keane, and Marybeth Meyers and her husband James Meyers. Cherished grandmother of Daniel Meyers and his wife Carolina Botero Meyers, and Andrea Meyers.

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Dear friend of the late Mary Cataldo and Arthur White. Also survived by many loving nieces and nephews. Gloria was a graduate of Everett High School, Chandler Business School. She was employed by the Federal Government, Mass General Hospital and taught special needs children in the Everett Public School System for 20 years until she retired.

She was a member of St. Therese Ladies Sodality, Everett Historical Society, and the Everett Garden Club. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to Katzman Family Center For Living, 17 Lafayette Ave, Chelsea, MA 02150. In accordance with the CDC, MA Dept. of Public Health, Archdiocese of Boston guidelines and local restrictions on gatherings and congregations due to COVID-19, services will be privately held. A public celebration of Gloria’s life will be announced at a later date.

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After graduating from Everett High School, she was employed at General Electric.

While raising her children, Alice

ran her own business. She later worked for the Commonwealth of Massachusetts Board of Registration and retired from the Commission on Judicial Conduct. Alice was an avid reader, enjoyed politics and current events and was a frequent caller to talk radio. She loved to swim and sit on the beach in the late afternoon.

Above all, Alice cherished the time she spent with family and her many true and lifelong friends. To each and every one of them she would say they are embodied in the lyrics from a favorite song, “If anyone should ever write my life story–For whatever reason there might be–Oh, you'll be there between each line of pain and glory–Cause you're the best thing that ever happened to me.”

Alice leaves behind the enormous legacy of the family she treasured more than anything else – Christopher and his wife Michelle (Raso) of Beverly, Lorraine and her husband Jay Bluestein of Weymouth, Paul and his wife Jacqueline (Johnson) of Charlestown, Patrick and his wife Mary (Mandell) of Saratoga Springs, NY, Andrea and her husband Michael Bunar of Lynnfield, and Chief Anthony Carli of the Everett Fire Department and his wife Diana (Cucchi) of Peabody. She adored and reveled in the antics and accomplishments of her grandchildren

Arielle and her husband Ryan Mortimer, Gregory, Michael, Nicole, Andrew, Sabrina, Samantha, Nicholas, Brendan and Shawn. She loved meeting her great-grandson Dylan.

In Alice’s last years, her constant refrain was that she was blessed with a wonderful family, content in her surroundings, and didn’t have a care in the world. It is those thoughts that console us. We too are blessed to have had her as our mother. We learned from her, laughed with her and sometimes at her, and admired everything about her. Her wisdom, boundless strength, and endless optimism will continue to be guidance in our lives.

In immense sadness we are buoyed because of the wonderful woman she was, what she meant to so many, and the indelible mark she left. All that we are and all that we are not is because of her.

Alice is predeceased by her parents James and Grace (Morrow) Kearins and her three brothers Jimmy, Paul and Harry.

We will celebrate Alice’s life at another time. For now, may the Lord raise her up on eagle’s wings and hold her in the palms of his hands.

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Scared Senior Dear Scared, Unfortunately, coronavirus scams are spreading nearly as fast as the virus itself, and seniors are often the most vulnerable.

These con artists are setting up websites to sell bogus products, and using spoofed phone calls, emails, texts, and social media posts as a ruse to take your money and get your personal information.

The emails and posts may be promoting awareness and prevention tips, and fake information about cases in your community. They also may be asking you to donate to victims, offering advice on unproven treatments, or contain malicious email attachments.

Here are some tips to help you keep the scammers at bay.

Click carefully: Don’t click on coronavirus-related links from sources you don’t know in an email or text message.

The same goes for unfamiliar websites. When you click on an email or download a file, you could get a program on your computer that could either use your computer’s internet connection to spread malware or dig into your personal files looking for passwords and other information.

Ignore bogus product offers: Ignore online offers for coronavirus vaccinations or miracle cures. There are currently no vaccines, pills, potions, lotions, lozenges, or over-the-counter products available to treat or cure coronavirus online or in stores. If you see or receive ads touting prevention, treatment, or cure claims for the coronavirus, ignore them because they’re not legitimate.

Beware of CDC spoofing: Be wary of emails, text messages or phone calls claiming to come from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and/or the World Health Organization (WHO).

These scams could take several forms – such as fake health agency warnings about in-

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For the most up-to-date information about the coronavirus, visit CDC.gov/coronavirus.

Beware of fundraising scams: Be wary of emails or phone calls asking you to donate to a charity or crowdfunding campaign for coronavirus victims or for disease research. To verify a charity’s legitimacy use CharityNavigator.org. But, if you’re asked for donations in cash, by prepaid credit card or gift card, or by wiring money, don’t do it because it’s probably a scam.

Beware of stock scams: The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) is warning people about phone calls and online promotions, including on social media, touting stocks of companies with products that supposedly can prevent, detect or cure coronavirus. Buy those stocks now, they say, and they will soar in price.

But the con artists have already bought the stocks, which typically sell for a dollar or less. As the hype grows and the stock price increases, the con men dump the stock, saddling other investors with big losses. It's a classic penny-stock fraud called “pump and dump.” Making matters worse: you may not be able to sell your shares if trading is suspended.

When investing in any company, including companies that claim to focus on coronavirus-related products and services, carefully research the investment and keep in mind that investment scam artists often exploit the latest crisis to line their own pockets.

For more tips on how to avoid getting swindled, see the Federal Communications Commission COVID-19 consumer warning and safety tips at FCC.gov/covid-scams.

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5. On April 25, 1874, Marchese Guglielmo Marconi was born; what did he invent?

6. What 7th U.S. president’s home in Nashville, Tenn., is called The Hermitage?

7. “Mary Had a Little Lamb” by Sarah Josepha Hale was first published in what N.E. city?

8. What French landmark has its own post office?

9. Who painted “Spring Turning” and “American Gothic”?

10. On April 26, the weather was first broadcast in the United States (St. Louis, Mo.) in what year: 1897, 1921 or 1936?

11. What British rock band appeared in the film “Mrs. Brown, You’ve Got a Lovely Daughter”?

12. What Virginian U.S. president born in April 1743 has an epitaph that doesn’t mention he was president?

13. On April 27, 1822, what U.S. president was born whose first name is that of a Greek hero?

14. What 1941 Humphrey Bogart movie ends with the words “the stuff that dreams are made of”?

15. What is the most popular Mexican beer in the United States?

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18. On April 29, 1998, what country agreed on conservation of about 62 million acres of Amazon rain forest?

19. In 1949 who first recorded “I’m So Lonesome I Could Cry”?

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SCHOOLS | FROM PAGE 1 their senior prom, being recognized at Awards Night and Edward Elgar’s melodious “Pomp and Circumstance” at graduation. Yet, Baker had few words for those students.“To all the seniors let me just say ‘keep your heads up,’” he said.

For Senior Class President Ashley Yebba, that was easier said than done. “I cried – it was like a huge wave of sadness,” she said.

“To think I’ll never walk the halls

as a student again pained me. That day, I drove to EHS in the rain and just sat outside it in my car. It’s so hard to say goodbye to a building that has so much meaning and memories.”

School Committee Vice Chairman Frank Parker was almost at a loss for words following Baker’s announcement. “I’m still taking it all in,” he said. “There’s a lot of concern.”

School Committee Memberat-Large Samantha Lambert said

the announcement was not “entirely unexpected.” “It was still hard to process what this means, as both a parent and member of the School Committee,” she said.

“The fears, anxiety and concerns parents, families and students are feeling are valid.”

Lambert also directed her comments to this year’s seniors and eighth grade students. “We will celebrate you,” she said. “Your accomplishments and achievements have brought you this far,

and your resilience in the face of such adversity will be a powerful tool you can draw on as you move through life.”

Although deeply saddened, Ward 4 School Committee Member Dana Murray said she understands Baker’s decision. “I believe that Everett is strong and resilient; we will pull through,”she said.“We are in this together, even if we have to be separated.”

School Committee Member-atLarge Millie Cardello said it was

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early on in the pandemic when she realized that the remainder of the school year would be seriously impacted. “Within a week I had that gut feeling,” she said, adding that other districts quickly began closing as well.“Everyone else started jumping on the long-term bandwagon.”

Like Murray, Cardello said she understands the rationale behind Baker’s decision. “There is no way we could safely socially distance students and teachers,” she said.

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