SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 13, 2021 Lynn of cials to discuss Swampscott budgets a new Marshall plan $31 million for schools

By Allysha Dunnigan Mayor Thomas M. McGee, chair- By Tréa Lavery Public Schools Director of Finance ITEM STAFF man of the School Committee, ITEM STAFF Martha Sybert explained that the wants to transition ownership of decrease will be made up by federal LYNN — The Lynn School Com- the property to the city of Lynn to SWAMPSCOTT — The Swamp- grants, and does not represent any mittee’s Building and Grounds acquire a higher bid, but his fellow scott School Committee voted change in planned spending. subcommittee offered up potential committee members are concerned unanimously Wednesday to submit “We’re still going to make the uses for the former Marshall Mid- about losing the property, since an operating budget of $31.09 mil- purchases, we’re just going to use dle School Thursday night, which there is not much land left in the lion for scal year 2022, a 2.5 per- grant funds,” Sybert said. has been vacant since 2016. city to build new schools. cent increase from last year. The budget includes $1.29 million Committee members also dis- “We are tight for space in the The budget is $180,000 lower for administration (a 3.5 percent cussed the potential of ceding own- Lynn Public Schools,” said Com- than the original proposal, which decrease), $16.04 million for gener- ership of the Porter Street property, mittee Vice Chair Donna Coppola. was changed by request of Town Ad- al education (1.6 percent increase), since there are still no redevelop- “If we could have a piece of that ministrator Sean Fitzgerald due to $9.74 million for special education ment plans for the former school Gov. Charlie Baker’s proposed state building. MARSHALL, A2 budget for the year. Swampscott BUDGET, A3

There’s no masking love Like everything else, even Valentine’s Day is different now

By Allysha Dunnigan take-out and homemade and Tréa Lavery drinks in the kitchen, a ITEM STAFF space that has frequently doubled as a restaurant, The season of love is work space and class- typically celebrated with room. an array of romantic Maria Catalano of activities, including movie Peabody is hoping to re- dates, couple’s massages enact what would have and fancy dinners and been a normal night out drinks out on the town. a year ago. In 2021, these seem to be “We will probably eat things of the past. Italian food, and will get Valentine’s Day in a pandemic calls for LOVE, A3

ITEM PHOTO | JULIA HOPKINS Antonia and Edward Steriti, who own Periwinkles, on the Swampscott/Salem line, put their hearts into what they do.

Mills 58 won’t miss Marblehead hears a beat in Peabody what state it’s in

By Anne Marie ing owner Martino Grill, By Elyse Carmosino “Our free cash reliance is Tobin LLC’s application for a ITEM STAFF still an issue that we’re re- ITEM STAFF live entertainment li- ally focusing on and really cense. Grill owner Frank MARBLEHEAD — Re- monitoring closely,” Silva PEABODY — In an on- Martino, Sr. said the en- ducing the town’s reliance said, noting that in order going campaign to breathe tertainment will be staged on free cash will be a key to guarantee the town’s new life into what used in the lounge area located focal point for Marblehead nancial health, of cials to be a dilapidated, run- at the back of the market- in scal year 2021, Town will need to nd alterna- down, old leather mill, place, which is currently Administrator Jason Silva tive sources of revenue, the Mills 58 complex on being repurposed into a said Friday. as well as ef ciencies in Pulaski Street is adding restaurant. He expects During a presentation on service delivery and oper- another dimension to its most nights to have three the state of town nances, ations, while reducing re- operations by borrowing a musicians with a vocalist Silva said that despite the liance on free cash. page from the past. and will also be installing fact Marblehead managed “Our use of free cash has Live entertainment — several large-screen tele- to maintain its AAA bond increased, and our free 1950s style — will now be visions for viewing. rating last year, of cials cash balance is going in offered at the Eatery58 “It’s really more of a will need to continue to the wrong direction,” he Marketplace, thanks to restaurant than a lounge closely monitor the town’s said. “We’ve been talking a unanimous vote of the free cash balance to en- City Council approv- MILLS 58, A3 sure scal stability. STATE, A2

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Carol McPartland Goudreau, 74 Charles A. Mullen, III Marblehead 1946 - 2021 February 6, 1948 - February 7, 2021 PORT SAINT LUCIE, FL - dreau with whom she shared AMESBURY - Charles A. Mullen III, age 73, hears what passed away February 6, 55 years of marriage. She is 2021. She was the daugh- survived by her children, Laura of Amesbury, passed Sunday ter of the late James “Buddy” and Jacqueline Goudreau of afternoon, February 7, 2021 at McPartland and Flora (Estes) Port St. Lucie, FL and her son Beth Israel Deaconess Medical McPartland. Carol was born Robert R. Goudreau and his Center in Boston after a period state it’s in and raised in Lynn, a graduate wife Tammy of Amesbury, MA. of declining health. He was the of Lynn Classical High School Her grandsons Christian and beloved husband of 41 years STATE budget, Silva said Marble- and worked at the GE. Carol Cameron Goudreau, her sister to Paula J. Zaniboni. From A1 head is currently working loved to dance, sew, yard sale, Jean Donnelly, and brother, Born in Lynn, February 6, with the Collins Center for collect jewlery and was fond Glenn McPartland of Lynn, MA. 1948, he was the eldest of about this issue since I Public Management at the of decorating for the holidays. She was the sister of the late eleven children of the late started. We have to right University of Massachu- Her favorite place to travel was Kathleen McPartland. She Charles A. Mullen Jr. and Mar- the trend so that we don’t setts-Boston to produce a Hawaii. She had a strong faith leaves behind several beloved gery G. (Patterson) Reynolds. see this dip too low.” more comprehensive op- and was a long time parish- cousins, nieces and nephews. After graduating from high In FY16 and FY17, Silva erating budget compliant ioner of Sacred Heart Church Service Information: We school, Chuck enlisted in the said the town gave back with the requirements of in Lynn. She later moved will celebrate her life by United States Navy, proud- more than it used in free the Government Finance to Pompano Beach, FL with bringing her to Kaui at a lat- ly serving our country from cash, but in FY18 and Of cials Association Dis- her husband, Robert K. Gou- er date. November 1, 1966 FY19, the town used near- tinguished Budget Award. until his honorable In addition to his ly $1.5 million more than He noted that depart- discharge on October wife, Paula, he also what it was giving back in ment budget worksheets 19, 1972 as Staff Ser- leaves behind nine sib- budget turnbacks, creat- have been submitted to geant. lings, Melody A. O’Hare, ing a current reduction. the Finance Department Returning home Carol A. Mullen-Magu- Although the town is and initial meetings be- John Cusack, 84 following his military ire, Leslie J. Zayac, Brian still waiting on its free gan this week among de- 1936 - 2021 service, he continued W. Mullen, Maureen D. cash certi cation number partments, boards and his education, graduating from Duncan, Eileen Mullen, Sean C. for FY21, Silva said Mar- committees, Finance Com- LYNN - John Cusack of Lynn, Boston University with a Bach- Mullen, Stephanie Mullen and blehead used $7.2 million mittee liaisons, and the MA passed away peacefully at elor’s Degree in Science. Chuck Heidi Kluge, along with many in free cash last year to Collins Center. home on February 10, 2021 pursued a lifelong career in nieces, nephews, grandnieces balance its budget. “It was a fun round of at the age of 84. He was be- computer programming having and grandnephews, extended “We budget our local re- meetings and I’m look- loved by everyone who knew worked for John Hancock Insur- family and many dear friends. ceipts very conservatively, ing forward to some fol- him, especially his family and ance Company for most years He was predeceased by his which helps with our gen- low-up with that,” he said. close friends. He was a devot- and brie y for IBM and Rock- sister, Kathleen O’Connell. eration of free cash and “I think it encouraged a ed father to Mary O’Connor, et Software before retiring six Service Information: Due enterprise payments,” he different way to look at Chris Cusack, Kevin Cusack, years ago. to continued restrictions said. “We know our capi- budgets for a lot of people and the late Sean Cusack. He Chuck loved and studied mu- pertaining to Covid-19, there tal needs, infrastructure and got people to really was the cherished grandfather sic. For over 25 years he sang will be no services. Dona- needs, facility needs ar- think about not only the of Payton O’Connor, Sean Cu- with the local chorus of Greater tions may be made in memo- en’t going away, and so smaller picture of day- sack, Francis Cusack, Kaylee Lynn, The Concert Singers. He ry of Chuck to the Northeast we’re really trying to be to-day goals, but also the Cusack, and Tyler Cusack. John was an active Board member Animal Shelter, Salem, MA. thoughtful and build upon larger picture of goals the was also the treasured brother twice elected President. He Arrangements are by Paul C. our past efforts to really department would like to of Arthur Cusack and a loving was patient, kind and loving Rogers Family Funeral Home, plan those out. As years accomplish.” husband to his late wife Anne and a well-loved man. 2 Hillside Avenue, Amesbury. go on and on, we’re trying Elyse Carmosino can be Marie Cusack. to be more comprehensive reached at ecarmosino@ John grew up in Tipperary, in how we’re doing that.” itemlive.com. Ireland. He was the youngest entered, and time with him was As for the town’s FY22 of nine children. He was al- always treasured by his family and friends. He will be deeply IN MEMORIAM ways a hard worker—he spent NICHOLAS AVAGIANOS many years as an oil burner missed. ON HIS BIRTHDAY technician at Moran Fuel Co. Service Information: A FEBRUARY 14, 2021 Lynn of cials to and much of his time off help- wake will be held for John ing others. John was a man on Monday, February 15, of great faith and always ex- 2021 from 4:00-8:00pm at pressed the sentiment “God is Cuffe McGinn Funeral Home, discuss a new good.” He loved to spend time 157 Maple Street, Lynn, MA outside, whether it be helping 01904. A funeral service for his friends with yardwork, car- John will be held on Tues- ing for his tomato garden, or day, February 16, 2021 at Marshall plan playing with his dogs. He was 11:00am at St Pius Church, happiest when spending time 215 Maple Street, Lynn, MA MARSHALL tween the elderly and stu- with his beloved family. He was 01904 with internment at From A1 dents,” she said. also a very lively and musical St. Joseph Cemetery, 134 A Request for Proposals person. John was often singing Broadway, Lynn, MA 10904. property, even if some of it (RPF) already went out and loved to play his harmon- doesn’t have to be turned for senior housing, but the ica and accordion. He would The way he talked, over at one time. If we bidders needed years to light up every space that he The smile he wore, have land for preschoolers raise the funding, which And all the thousand things so dear only, that would open up We loved about him while he lived ultimately led to the bids Haven't gone with him from here; space in our schools.” being rejected. They're planted deep in memory's garden The entire building has McGee said he was con- And watered daily with our tears. been determined to con- To keep them ever fresh and vivid cerned about the overall Through all the coming years. tain asbestos. Two years costs of the property and Janet Catherine Legere, 74 ago, the property was list- the challenges that ac- You were so loved by so many as was evident by the tribute to you from ed at $2-$3 million to raze, 1946 - 2021 friends and family. company it. but it has now been esti- “We should move on GEORGETOWN - Janet (Chi- Lovingly remembered and sadly missed by Mom, Paul and Cindy mated to cost between $8 from that and focus on aradonna) Legere, age 74, million and $9 million to additional dollars it will of Georgetown, died at Anna demolish, due to the state cost,” he said. “We can use Jaques Hospital, on February of disrepair from a past the additional $4 million 5, 2021, after a month-long re and the asbestos. to build a new Pickering battle with COVID-19. Chief Financial Of cer and move forward in that Michael Bertino said in a Born in Lynn, December process as well.” January 28 subcommittee 22, 1946, to the late Carmine Since it is still in posses- meeting that using the ex- Chiaradonna and Catherine sion of the school depart- tra $3-$4 million for the (Blaisdell), she graduated from ment, “every time we send property wouldn’t be wise. Lynn English High School in someone over there (for “We should start on the 1964. At age 17, she eloped tests), it comes out of the new school and continue with Leonard (Len) Legere and school budget,” said Ber- moving forward, creating spent the next 56 years mar- tino. a new 21st century space ried. Was it smooth sailing? If the School Committee for the children of Lynn,” Never. But they persevered were to declare the prop- through all the craziness that he said, noting that he did not think anyone was erty surplus, it would al- life had to offer. low the city to take it over Janet never shied from offer- going to give the city the type of money it wants and explore other options, ing her opinions or quick-wit- ability to nurture plants. Guests McGee said. ted comments, compromised were surprised to learn that she for the property because of the condition and work “It is important that we her beliefs, or entertained the maintained the yard and lush look at the reality of the other side of the argument. gardens on her own. Beverly, needed. “My concern is there’ll challenges we face. We She was passionate about her Janet was one of the “3 Jans” need to repurpose it in a family, friends, and home. So- (along with her best friend Near or far, I'm always with you. be no space left to make any schools and we des- way that will work for the cializing was her raison d’être; Janet White and cousin Jan- I love you and that will never community and neighbor- she was the ultimate hostess ice Chiaradonna); their antics perately need them,” said Coppola. “We need a new hood,” said McGee. “My who never let you leave hun- spanned the North Shore and change. perspective in this posi- Boston, where they frequented Pickering and a new Tra- gry (or completely sober). She tion is to move forward many restaurants and bars. Love always, cy. We desperately need concocted her dishes without to get it off to the City recipes, including her famous She seldom met a martini she space.” Alan Council and allow them to stuffed mushrooms, ham, chili, didn’t like. The city currently has make a concerted effort to marinara sauce, and meat- In addition to her husband 12 schools more than 100 make something work for balls. Thanks to all of you who Leonard, she leaves three chil- years old, with ve in the community at large.” brightened her day, stopped by dren: Michelle and husband need of signi cant repairs. her home or shared a meal/ Kerry Reitz of Newton, MA; According to Bertino, The committee voted drink. Lenny and wife Heather of Re- the city has saved mon- two years ago to demolish In her 20s, she turned her vere, MA; and Craig of Epping, ey by not having children the building, but the city love of dance into a career as NH. She relished her role as physically in the schools does not have the money one of the rst aerobic dance Yammie/Grandma to Douglas and plans to use $5.5 mil- to do so, according to Ber- choreographers/instructors and Parker Legere and Kaiden, lion of that to repair the tino. in Massachusetts. Eventual- Sawyer, and Natasha Reitz. She ventilation systems in se- “We don’t have the mon- ly, she took a job as a Meter also leaves two brothers Roger lected schools. ey,” he said. “Let’s think Maid, where she walked the Chiaradonna and wife Carol of Coppola suggested using about the future, not the streets of Lynn and befriended Lynn and Gary Chiaradonna of the accessible money and past.” countless people. She also co- Revere. space to build a preschool The School Committee owned and helped run Legere Service Information: Due with a senior center on has requested to meet Auto Body. to COVID-19, we will cele- part of the property and with the City Council, in She played an active role in brate her life with a memo- Stories live on. elderly housing on the person, to take the ideas her children’s lives and wel- rial service this summer. other. its members discussed comed their friends into her Instead of owers, kindly Tell theirs. “It would be a great Thursday night into con- home as if they were her own. consider donations in her match for the location. If sideration. Many recounted fond memo- honor to St. Jude Children’s we have elderly housing Allysha Dunnigan can ries of her backyard summer, Research Hospital (http:// Share your loved one’s story. and a community room, it be reached at adunnigan@ holiday, and Super Bowl par- giftfunds.stjude.org/Jan- [email protected] | 781-593-7700 will be a great match be- itemlive.com. ties. et_Legere). Together with her husband, they built their dream house in

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SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 13, 2021 THE DAILY ITEM A3 There’s no masking love Swampscott LOVE Italian food with a little From A1 extra on the side: two Ital- ian love songs performed dressed up as though we budgets $31M live. are going out to eat,” she “We wanted to do some- said. “We will light can- thing that was different dles and sit at our dining and would make people room table, using our real happy,” said Bianco. for schools china, and have dinner Periwinkles, and Blue music playing in the back- Ox, in Lynn, are offering BUDGET which will instead be ground.” She said that she to-go baskets and brunch- From A1 funded by the ESSER II did this for other holidays (Elementary and Second- es, while others are pro- (3.5 percent increase), during the pandemic and viding the sought-after ary School Emergency Re- that it worked out great. $2.42 million for school lief Fund) grant. heart-shaped pizzas, choc- facilities (10.6 percent in- Antonia Steriti, owner of olate truf e boxes and The School Committee Periwinkles Food Shoppe crease) and $1.59 million intended to establish a charcuterie boards. for districtwide programs in Salem, is also planning For those who aren’t line item for these tech- on staying home with her (1.2 percent decrease). nology upgrades in this fans of the holiday, Long- Of that amount, 82.7 husband and celebrating boards Restaurant and year’s budget, but will in- by making a homemade percent or $25.7 million stead postpone that action Bar in Salem will suf ce. is devoted to faculty and Sunday dinner. to next year. Justin Mattera, owner staff compensation. “A Sunday dinner is spe- “We really, as a board, of Longboards, will host In her presentation to cial to us because we work have wrestled with how to an Anti-Valentine’s Day the committee Wednesday all week,” Steriti said. get this into our budget,” event, but with COVID-19 night, Sybert broke down “What better way to cele- restrictions in place. Sybert said. “We were op- brate Valentine’s Day with the grant funding that the “We really just want to district will receive from timistic that this was the the ones you love?” offer up a casual setting rst year we were going People are experiment- the state and federal gov- for men and women to en- ernments. From normal to get it into our budget, ing with new ways to gain joy a night out and not feel but due to the pandemic quality time with their grants, the district will re- pressured by Valentine’s ceive an estimated $2.51 we are kicking it down the loved ones by hosting fam- Day,” he said. “We run a road a bit.” ily bingo via Zoom, attend- million; in addition, there casual place on the wharf will be an estimated ad- The committee’s budget ing cooking classes with anyway, this is just a little will be reviewed by the the kids, breakfast in bed ditional $1.42 million in something extra to remind COVID-related grants. town administrator, and and hosting movie mara- everyone that you can still then presented to the Fi- thons in the living room. It is these pandemic-re- ITEM PHOTO | JULIA HOPKINS head out for a drink and lated grants that will nance Committee next Criss Robinson, of Lynn, meal by yourself and not month. If approved by the is celebrating at home by Antonia and Edward Steriti, owners of Peri- make up the $180,000 feel weird on Valentine’s Finance Committee, the recreating the menu she winkles on the Swampscott/Salem line, plan to difference between the Day.” budget will then be sent had on her wedding day spend Valentine’s Day together. original budget proposal Businesses and individ- to May’s Town Meeting for in Jamaica in 1998, while and the one voted on by The pandemic has made face of romance by provid- uals around the North the committee. The major- nal approval and adop- Nancy Cohen, of the North many North Shore resi- ing Valentine’s to-go and Shore are coming together Shore, plans to practice ity of that amount will be tion. dents realize the impor- catering options for cus- to make the most out of $108,000 for technology Tréa Lavery can be social distancing to the tance of family. The theme tomers that want to cele- the restrictions and safe- extreme with a hike in upgrades to Chromebooks reached at tlavery@item- of this Valentine’s Day brate in the comfort and ty precautions this pan- and MacBook Air laptops, live.com. the White Mountains, fol- doesn’t seem to be restrict- safety of their home. demic has forced upon us. lowed by a dinner by the ed to signi cant others. Vincent Bianco, owner Whether you are celebrat- r e . Many are branching out of Bianco’s Catering in ing together or alone, this Cheryl McKern, of Sa- to celebrate with parents, Peabody, is teaming up Valentine’s Day will be Lynn, Peabody, lem, has two reasons to grandparents, children with Bruins’ national an- unique to us all. celebrate on Sunday, as and nieces and nephews, them singer, Todd Angilly, Allysha Dunnigan can she is receiving her second whether it’s virtually or to bring his customers a be reached at adunnigan@ Revere and Saugus COVID-19 vaccine before socially distanced. “sidewalk serenade.” His itemlive.com. Trea Lavery grabbing a late lunch from Local businesses are team came up with the can be reached at tlavery@ Old Tyme Italian in Lynn. adapting to the changing idea of delivering their itemlive.com. stay in the red, Mills 58 won’t miss a beat in Peabody Lynn eld and MILLS 58 Nahant out From A1 By Gayla Cawley covered from the virus, and we are trying to cre- ITEM STAFF according to the health ate this atmosphere where department. all age groups can come Lynn, Peabody, Revere, Peabody’s positive test and visit and enjoy them- and Saugus are in the red and daily incidence rates selves,” Martino told coun- for another week, but Lyn- also declined this week, cil members during Thurs- n eld and Nahant are no from 5.98 to 4.76 percent day’s public hearing. longer deemed a high risk and 52.2 to 36 new cases “The vibe we are trying for coronavirus spread. per 100,000 residents, ac- to create is that of an in- Marblehead, Salem and cording to the DPH. door piazza or plaza or Swampscott are still in In Saugus, which had mini-Faneuil Hall. We will the moderate-risk catego- 3,382 cases and 63 deaths have low-key music, may- ry, or communities shad- as of Thursday, both rates be some dancing, possibly ed yellow on the state’s also declined. The town’s as well, with the theme of COVID-19 map. positive test rate de- Frank Sinatra and Dean Lynn leads the local creased from 7.88 to 6.15 Martin, kind of the 1950s,” North Shore hot spots with percent, and its daily inci- Martino said adding that a positive test rate of 8.19 menu items will include dence rate fell from 72 to percent, which is eighth 51.7 new cases per 100,000 ne steaks, schrod and highest in the state over other fresh sh dishes and residents this week. the past 14 days, according New virus cases were the restaurant will also to the state Department of have a sushi station when also reported in Lynn eld, Public Health. Marblehead, Nahant, and completed. While Lynn’s positive test He is hoping to expand Salem on Friday, but were rate is still 2.5 times higher not updated in Swampscott, operations to include than the state average of events, like anniversary which had 893 cases and 16 3.4 percent, there is room deaths as of Thursday. parties and community for optimism as the city’s fundraising events, as he Seven new cases were rate continues to fall each reported in Lynn eld (957 currently offers at The week. The positive test rate Commons 1854 in Tops- cases, 28 deaths), 40 new FILE PHOTO | OLIVIA FALCIGNO was 9.12 percent last week, eld, including providing cases have been report- the DPH reported. ed in Marblehead (1,110 hot meals to the homeless. Frank Martino Sr., the owner of Martino Grill, was granted an entertain- In Lynn, the daily inci- cases, 31 deaths) since “We did things there to ment license for The Eatery at Mills 58. dence rate, which denotes last Friday, Nahant (220 raise money to help feed how many cases commu- “I can also tell you that we ager Julie Daigle, who “We believe in an at- cases, six deaths) report- and relocate the home- nities are averaging each have never had any kind recently announced her tempt to better sustain ed ve new cases, and 12 less,” Martino said. “My day, also continues to de- of town or police issues candidacy for Ward 4 city the already-established more cases were reported door is always open for crease. The city’s rate is at The Commons and we councilor, said Mills 58 is business that has been in Salem (3,897 cases, 69 fundraisers. We have 57.2 new cases per 100,000 are a family-run business moving ahead with plans deaths). some homeless coming severely impacted by this residents this week, which with local employees.” to build 36 one-, two- and Gayla Cawley can be through and we always pandemic, and to further is signi cantly lower than “I am a big fan of what three-bedroom loft-style reached at gcawley@item- have a bag for them with enhance Mills 58 as a last week when it was you are doing down there apartments at the Mills, live.com. Follow her on a hot meal, more than landmark destination, the 71.2, the DPH reported. (at Mills 58), Mr. Marti- launching an online peti- Twitter @GaylaCawley. just soup. I want the next best use would be to The city reported 49 new homeless people in this no, thank you for coming tion at www.ipetitions.com back to our city,” said City just this week. add apartment-style liv- cases on Friday to bring its town to know they have LAW OFFICES OF Councilor Joel Saslaw. “We are just waiting for ing,” the petition states. caseload to 15,132. Of that an open door here and it’s total, 988 cases are active, JAMES J. CARRIGAN safe.” “You are very accommo- the Industrial and Com- “Adding more like-busi- dating and friendly and munity subcommittee to nesses would have a neg- 187 people have died, and • Social Security Disability Martino said he has had • Workers Compensation you go down and you en- schedule a hearing and ative effect on our existing 13,957 people have recov- great support from the ered from the virus, ac- • Accidents gage your customers to hopefully that will hap- tenants. Adding residen- Board of Health and that cording to city data. 25 years located across the board is telling him let them know what you pen soon,” Daigle said. from Lynn District Court tial would provide more Revere, another “what a wonderful job we are there for. I am hap- “We already have had a 15 Johnson St. local commerce — more COVID-19 hot spot, report- are doing.” He knows a py to see that you came neighborhood meeting haircuts at the salon, ed 24 new cases and ve 781-596-0100 thing or two about safe back to Peabody. You with about three dozen JAMES J. CARRIGAN more pizza and coffee sold additional deaths to bring practices, having had a have a great business neighbors who support ANNE GUGINO CARRIGAN at the Eatery58 Market- the city’s total numbers to LISA A. CARRIGAN, OF COUNSEL background in bacteria over there, the Commons our plans and we also place, more antiques pur- 9,265 cases and 146 deaths, www.jamescarriganlaw.com and infectious control in Tops eld. You have a have an online petition the city website reported. [email protected] working at Greater Bos- great reputation. I will be that’s been up for only chased and overall a more While its positive test ton Cleaning, a company supporting this in what two days which is getting sustainable community.” and daily incidence rates that serviced hospitals. you are doing and in your signatures, so we are hop- Anne Marie Tobin can be still remain high, like “I really know what I am investment.” ing to get 1,000 people to reached at atobin@item- 781-593-7700 Lynn, both numbers con- doing here,” said Martino. Mills 58 General Man- sign it.” live.com. Publishing Daily, except Sundays tinued to fall in Revere USPS-142-820 ISSN-8750-8249 this week. Revere’s pos- Periodicals postage paid at Lynn, MA itive test rate decreased and additional of ces. 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E¤¥¤ M. G DIRECTORS Presidents Day salutes America’s leaders President and Publisher Edward L. Cahill M¦Ÿ H. SŸŸ Chief Executive O cer John M. Gilberg One of them campaigned responsible for the onset of vice president, and came to Edward M. Grant E C J. SŸ E. K¡ for income supplements for the Civil War) as well as prominence in 1919 when Advertising Director News Director Gordon R. Hall 110 Munroe St. veterans of the American Lincoln (often considered he said of the Boston police W J. K TŸ  J ¡¢ Monica Connell Healey P.O. Box 5 Chief Financial O cer Editorial Page Editor Revolution. Another came J. Patrick Norton by historians as the high- strike, “There is no right Lynn, MA 01903 J N. W  C  T¡£ Michael H. Shanahan into prominence for vetoing est-ranked president). to strike against the pub- Chief Operating O cer Chairman Community Relations Director an in ated street-cleaning I knew then, and ac- lic safety by anybody, any- Customer Service contract in Buffalo, New knowledge now, that where, anytime.” Monday - Friday, 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. PUBLISHERS Horace N. Hastings, 1877-1904 York. A third boasted of not James Madison was right Today we are aware that a Connecting Charles H. Hastings and Wilmot R. Hastings, 1904-1922 being a Julius Caesar nor when he argued, in the dozen American presidents All Departments: Charles H. Hastings, 1922-1940 a Napoleon, but a “plain Constitutional Convention owned slaves, and there is no 781-593-7700 Ernest W. Lawson, 1940-1960 Hoosier colonel, with no Charles H. Gamage and Peter Gamage, 1960-1982 on June 26, 1787, that, ac- excusing slavery. It is hard to Ext. 2 Peter Gamage, 1982-1991 more relish for a ght than cording to his notes, “Those put a “but” after that, and I Peter H. Gamage, 1991-1996 for a good breakfast and chargd. [cq] with the public don’t propose to do so. Per- Classi ed/Legal Advertising Brian C. šayer, 1996-1999 classi [email protected] Bernard W. Frazier Jr., 1999-2005 hardly so much.” happiness, might betray haps we condemn slavery for Peter H. Gamage, 2005-2014 Happy Presidents Day. their trust.” I knew then, the crime against humanity Subscriptions [email protected] John S. Moran, Executive Editor, 1975-1990 And a brisk salute for three and acknowledge now, that it was and yet remember chief executives seldom held our leaders do not always Washington for his partici- Circulation in high regard: James Bu- meet the standard set by pation in slavery -- and also [email protected] chanan, Grover Cleveland Madison when he argued, for his stewardship of the Ext. 3 and Benjamin Harrison. in Federalist Paper 57, Revolutionary army and the Newsroom One of them conquered a “The aim of every political sel ess example he set as [email protected] weakness for the drink and constitution is, or ought to the rst president; Thomas [email protected] the Confederate States of be, rst to obtain for rulers Jefferson for celebrating lib- Ext. 4 America. Another conquered men who possess most wis- erty if not exactly practicing Sports ileitis, a bad temper and Nazi dom to discern, and most it; Madison for his vision as [email protected] Germany. A third conquered virtue to pursue, the com- a constitutional thinker; and EDITORIAL Ext. 5 a bad back, a stalwart sena- mon good of the society.” Grant for defeating the Con- tor and Richard Nixon. But by and large, the lead- federacy and for his remark, Retail and Online Happy Presidents Day. ers who have ascended to the Advertising in his memoir, about Robert [email protected] And a hoot and a holler for American presidency have E. Lee and his Southern Big ask for new Ulysses S. Grant, Dwight been remarkable gures. warriors: “I felt like anything ADVERTISING D. Eisenhower and John F. Time, of course, has worn rather than rejoicing at the Ernie Carpenter Jr. Kennedy. away the partisan pas- downfall of a foe who had Director of Advertising One of them followed his and Business Development, ext. 1355 sions of the past, even the fought so long and valiantly, [email protected] CDC director service in the White House most incendiary; today and had suffered so much for with a star turn as a House we examine, for example, a cause, though that cause Ralph Mitchell Editorial from the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette edi- Sales Representative, ext. 1313 representative, one as chief South Carolina’s rebellion was, I believe, one of the [email protected] torial board justice of the United States against the tariff in its ordi- worst for which a people ever and one as a whiskey distiller. nance of nullication with fought, and one for which Eric Rondeau The new director of the nation’s top public health Sales Representative, ext. 1280 Happy Presidents Day. dispassion, even though it there was the least excuse.” [email protected] institute is looking at a tough row to hoe. Lift up your glass for John was a deadly strike at the Now we confront the prob- As a once-in-a-century pandemic continues to Patricia Whalen Quincy Adams, William heart of the American na- lem of Donald J. Trump, im- Sales Representative, ext. 1310 pummel the United States and the world, Rochelle Howard Taft and George tion. Similarly, the rough peached twice, forever linked [email protected] Walensky has many tasks before her — not the Washington. edges of Franklin Delano with traducing the truth, BUSINESS OFFICE least of which is rebuilding the credibility of the Some 31 of them were Roosevelt -- revered by with seeking to overturn an U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. generals, 19 were members some, but considered so election and with the ram- Susan J. Conti The 51-year-old doctor, an infectious diseases Controller, ext. 1288 of the House, 16 were sen- odious a gure by his op- paging trespassers on Cap- [email protected] specialist at Harvard Medical School and Mas- ators, 15 were governors; ponents that they referred itol Hill, providing perhaps sachusetts General Hospital, was sworn in on Ted Grant one was an actor, one an to him as “that man in the the darkest day in the capital Publisher, ext. 1234 Inauguration Day. President Joe Biden had the ordained minister and one White House” rather than and surely the most danger- [email protected] foresight to have her waiting in the wings for her held a Ph.D. utter his name -- have ous hour at the Capitol since Marian Kinney new role. In our current distress, worn away. The homespun the British invasion of 1814. ext. 1212 She takes her place at the helm as the COVID-19 and amid continuing con- shortcomings that critics The divisions revealed in the [email protected] crisis persists and a vaccination program found- tention over the last presi- of Harry Truman deplored Senate trial of the 45th pres- Will Kraft ers. dent, it might do us well to so passionately now are ident speak to the divisions Chief Financial Of cer, ext. 1296 At some point soon, Walensky will have to as- consider how remarkable regarded among his most he recognized and exploited. [email protected] sure the public the CDC is free from political in- have been the occupants powerful virtues. His supporters revere him, Paula Villacreses uence. The best way to do this is to demonstrate of the White House -- even We seldom today pause his detractors deplore him, A/R Specialist, ext. 1205 it by doubling down on its mission of using sound the ones who rank lowest to re ect on James A. Gar- and history likely will treat [email protected] in historians’ polls. science and good medicine as its guiding princi- eld, but he was a remark- him harshly. Mike Shanahan ples in combating the virus. In previous years, I have able gure, a general in the Some of those who never Chief Executive Of cer, ext. 1956 The reputation of the CDC has been damaged by written derisively of Presi- Civil War, a member of the made the White House left [email protected] the con ict between such principles and a previ- dents Day, regretting that Ohio senate and the U.S. a more felicitous legacy: De- Carolina Trujillo ous administration that spent critical time down- America’s schoolchildren House, and was simultane- Witt Clinton, Henry Clay, Community Relations Director, ext. 1226 playing the pandemic. no longer knew the mean- ously elected to the Senate Daniel Webster, Samuel [email protected] Walensky, an HIV researcher, has been a promi- ing of Feb. 12 (Abraham and the presidency. America Tilden, Adlai Stevenson, Al Jim Wilson nent voice on the pandemic, sometimes criticizing Lincoln’s birthday) or Feb. has seldom produced a g- Gore, John McCain, plus Chief Operating Of cer, ext. 1200 certain aspects of state and national responses. 22 (Washington’s), but in- ure like Taft, who served as many others forgotten today. [email protected] Her targets have included the uneven transmis- stead get a day off for an judge, governor-general of They all left metaphorical CIRCULATION sion-prevention measures that were in place last anodyne Presidents Day, the Philippines, and secre- footprints in our February Lisa Mahmoud summer and a prominent Trump adviser’s en- which was created exactly tary of war before becoming snows. Only a country rich Manager, ext. 1239 dorsement of a “herd immunity” approach to the 50 years ago and set for the president and chief justice. in character could produce [email protected] third Monday in February. I grew up in the seaside such gures -- remembered, crisis. CUSTOMER SERVICE Having been outspoken gives her and her agen- The date was chosen as town where Calvin Coolidge and appreciated, even in de- cy a heightened degree of credibility. part of an effort to create had his summer White feat. Happy Presidents Day, La’ Mosha Ball three-day holidays, and it House, and even there was Customer Service, ext. 1276 She won’t be able to x things without help. and Almost-Presidents Day. [email protected] But that help appears to be coming. Biden said somewhat satised pur- told that “Silent Cal” was a Swampscott High School GRAPHICS he would ask for $160 billion for vaccinations and ists because it fell roughly cartoon gure of little conse- Class of 1972 member Da- other public health programs, including an effort between the birthdays of quence. But he was a mem- vid M. Shribman is the Trevor Andreozzi to expand the public health workforce by 100,000 Lincoln and Washington. ber of the State House and Pulitzer Prize-winning for- Designer jobs. This move must be embraced by those who For many years, I was Senate in Massachusetts, mer executive editor of the [email protected] hold the purse strings: members of Congress. troubled that a broad Pres- mayor of Northampton, Pittsburgh Post-Gazette. Sean Casey idents Day honored Bu- lieutenant governor and Follow him on Twitter @ Designer chanan (arguably partially governor of the state and ShribmanPG. [email protected] Amanda Lunn Designer Service with a side order of surliness [email protected] Edwin Peralta Jr. Designer A few days ago, I stopped cial papers. Did you know the right envelope, it adds to working harder (or alone) [email protected] in at the U.S. post ofce there’s a difference be- your stress level when you in your job, it doesn’t feel NEWSROOM branch along Route 1A tween the one with blue have so many choices, yet better to be told to be Mike Alongi in Revere near the Nine- stripes and the one with nothing is marked. If you grateful you have a job. Sports Editor, ext. 1228 ty-Nine restaurant and red? I didn’t, and there’s CherylC pick the wrong envelope, You’re entitled to feel [email protected] the Marshall’s. I stopped nothing that explains that. CharlesC and have to get back into stressed, overwhelmed Elyse Carmosino there since it was on my So I picked the wrong one. a growing line, a ve-min- and even crabby. We’ve all Reporter, ext. 1264 way to work, and there’s After waiting in line while ute errand can turn into a been there. But we don’t [email protected] parking. And there, in the the postal agent snarki- agent that he had Googled 25-minute one. It doesn’t get have to stay there. this branch and it gets bad Allysha Dunnigan space of about 25 minutes, ly explained to previous better when the person who I’m no Pollyanna, reviews all the time, that Reporter, ext. 1302 I saw a microcosm of the customers what they did is supposed to help makes preaching rainbows and [email protected] people hate it. He called the mood so many of us are wrong and how to x it, I you feel like s@#&. butter ies, but can we agent out on his rudeness Tréa Lavery feeling these long, bitter approached. He asked if But I also get that when all just take a collective toward him (and everyone Reporter, ext. 1317 cold, COVID-19 days. I wanted one priority or you’re working alone, be- breath from time to time? [email protected] else who had been here for hind plastic shower cur- We’re all still hurting, First off, there are only the other. I asked what waaaay too long). He said he Gayla Cawley about six people allowed in- the difference was, and wouldn’t tolerate also being tains and having to repeat waking up depressed, feel- Regional Editor, ext. 1236 [email protected] side. It goes without saying was told the red envelope treated like s@#&, and re- the same instructions over ing disconnected. Some of that masks are required be- would cost $26.35 and peated the bad reviews this and over all day (because us see a light at the end Cheryl Charles fore entering. The markers guaranteed for the next nothing is clearly marked of the long pandemic tun- News Editor, ext. 1278 postal branch got. [email protected] on the oor show you how day, the blue one would The agent wasn’t im- for the customers), you’re nel, even as others believe far apart you should stand be only $7.95 but wasn’t pressed or chastened. probably going to get irri- we’re in a black hole with Spenser Hasak and the lone postal agent guaranteed for one day. tated. Your brain probably no way out. Photographer, ext. 1332 He replied he didn’t care [email protected] stands behind a plastic Of course I had picked the about the reviews and he isn’t thinking, this person Either way, if we don’t shower-curtain shield with wrong one, so I stepped is asking this for the rst start being more civil to the Thor Jourgensen got the same pay, no mat- Editorial Page Editor, ext. 1267 absolutely no contact be- out of line to grab the blue ter how many people com- time, even though I’m an- few people we interact with [email protected] tween him and any custom- envelope and start all over plained. swering it for the 50th. day to day, we’re not go- Maybe “have a nice day” ing to feel any better, even Daniel Kane er. Did I mention he was again. Yeah, he was kind And the postal agent Sports Reporter, ext. 1228 working alone, although of surly, but I wasn’t too wasn’t really any more isn’t in your lexicon even when we are maskless, and [email protected] there was room at the exercised about it. on a good day, but being no longer socially distant. civil to the next customers Steve Krause counter for a second agent? But one of the other cus- after the young guy left, irritated and irritable just If we can try to give News Director, ext. 1229 Anyway, this guy may tomers was. He had been still steaming. He was just makes everyone feel bad. each other grace now and [email protected] have been having a bad told to go back and grab as sullen as he had been My point is, we all need again, when this is behind Guthrie Scrimgeour day and that’s why he was a padded envelope for his when I rst walked in. to work a little harder on us, those resentments Reporter, ext. 1222 especially surly, but some- mail, then rudely told to put Here’s the thing. basic civility. Behind our from unnecessary surly [email protected] thing occurred that made his mail in the envelope and I feel for both of these guys. plexiglass, shower-curtain encounters, won’t be all Anne Marie Tobin me think this might be his seal it, because the agent When you need help from barriers, and masks, we that’s left of us. Assignment Editor, ext. 1307 personality. wasn’t going to touch it. the guy behind the counter, are all feeling more out Cheryl Charles can be [email protected] I needed a priority en- The young guy had had even when it’s something as of sorts. If you’re over- reached at ccharles@item- TECHNOLOGY velope to mail some of- enough. He told the postal simple as mailing a letter in whelmed because you’re live.com. Tim Noyes Director, ext. 1247 TO SUBMIT YOUR LETTERS, PLEASE MAIL TO THE DAILY ITEM, P.O. BOX 5, LYNN, MA 01903 OR EMAIL TO [email protected] [email protected] SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 13, 2021 THE DAILY ITEM A5 POLICE/FIRE

All address information, particu- Tuesday at 8 Alderney Way. Cuomo administration ‘froze’ larly arrests, re ect police records. A report of threats at 10:05 In the event of a perceived inac- p.m. Tuesday at 205 Edge- curacy, it is the sole responsibility mere Road; at 4:11 p.m. over nursing home data requests Tuesday at 375 N Broadway. of the concerned party to contact the relevant police department and MARBLEHEAD By Marina Villeneuve The disclosure of DeRo- have the department issue a no- ASSOCIATED PRESS sa’s comments, made on a tice of correction to the Daily Item. Wednesday conference call Accidents ALBANY, N.Y. — New with Democratic legislative Corrections or clarications will not York Gov. Andrew Cuo- leaders, came as the Dem- be made without express notice of A report of a motor vehicle mo’s top aide told Dem- hit and run crash at 12:57 ocratic governor — a third- change from the arresting police ocratic lawmakers that term Democrat who says p.m. Thursday on Commercial the administration took department. Street he’ll run again in 2022 and months to release data penned a book touting his on the coronavirus death LYNN Assaults handling of the pandemic toll among nursing home — and his administration Arrests A report of an assault at residents because of cials were already facing back- 11:55 a.m. Thursday on Wa- “froze” over worries the in- lash over their handling Dariel De-Mota, 21, of 89 terside Road. An of cer re- formation was “going to be and reporting of outbreaks Broad St., was arrested and ported there was no answer used against us.” in nursing homes. charged with operation of a at the suspect’s door. Republicans who term Cuomo’s of ce provided motor vehicle with a revoked the comment admission of a partial call recording FILE PHOTO | ASSOCIATED PRESS registration, unregistered mo- Complaints a “cover-up” are now call- to The Associated Press, Secretary to the governor, Melissa DeRosa, is tor vehicle, uninsured motor ing for investigations into but declined to say where joined by New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo as she vehicle/trailer and on warrant A report of graf ti in the and the resignations of it obtained it or allow its speaks to reporters during a news conference, charges of operation of a mo- rink at 11:38 a.m. Thursday both Cuomo and the aide, publication. in New York. tor vehicle with a suspended on Green Street. The Park secretary to the governor In recent weeks, a court registration, unregistered motor Department employee who Melissa DeRosa. And a order and state attorney for data about COVID-19 tration 14 days to provide vehicle, speeding, and failure to reported the graf ti said he growing number of Dem- general report has forced deaths among nursing data on nursing home signal at 10:58 a.m. Thursday. was going to remove the van- ocrats are joining calls to the state to acknowledge home residents. On Aug. deaths. Noemi Mora, of 8 Lafay- dalism after he ate lunch. rescind Cuomo’s emergen- the nursing home resident 3, lawmakers asked state “Basically, we froze be- ette Park, was arrested on cy executive powers, blast- death toll is nearly 15,000, health Commissioner cause then we were in a a warrant charge of assault Theft ing the administration’s when it previously report- Howard Zucker for the position where we weren’t and battery with a dangerous defense of its secrecy. number of nursing home sure if what we were going A report of a larceny/ ed 8,500 — a number that weapon at 8:02 a.m. Friday. “To continual defenders of excluded residents who residents who died in hos- to give to the Department forgery/fraud at 12:39 p.m. NY Gov. Cuomo how is this pitals. of Justice or what we give Thursday on Naugus Ave- died after being taken to Accidents ok?” New York City Public hospitals. The new toll By mid-August, to you guys and what we nue. Fraudulent credit card Advocate Jumaane Wil- then-President Donald start saying was going to charges were reported. amounts to about one-sev- A report of a motor vehicle liams, a Democrat, tweeted. Trump began retweet- be used against us, and A larceny/forgery/fraud enth of the people living in crash at 1:28 p.m. Thursday “How is it not #Trump like? ing comments criticizing we weren’t sure if there was reported at 2:37 p.m. nursing homes as of 2019 on Lafayette Park; at 2:31 p.m. And when FORCED into Cuomo for his administra- was going to be an inves- Thursday on Broughton Road. in New York. Thursday at Liberty and Wash- admission, the most you get Since last spring, news tion’s response on nursing tigation,” DeRosa told the ington streets; at 3:15 p.m. is a sorry we got caught... outlets, lawmakers and home deaths. On Aug. 26, Democratic leaders in com- Thursday at 172 Washington Vandalism and not even directly from the public have asked the the Department of Justice ments were rst reported St.; at 4:19 p.m. Thursday at him or to the families.” Cuomo administration gave Cuomo’s adminis- by The New York Post. Federal Street and Western Av- A report of slashed tires at enue; at 6:25 p.m. Thursday at 3:59 p.m. Thursday on Green 78 Central Ave.; at 6:30 p.m. Street. Thursday at 56 Friend St. Timberlake apologizes to A report of a motor vehicle SAUGUS hit and run crash at 4:03 p.m. Thursday on Federal Street; Complaints at 7:17 p.m. Thursday at 32 Britney Spears and Janet Jackson Union St. A caller reported at 7:23 A report of a motor vehicle a.m. Friday that two wom- en were arguing in the front By Mes n Fekadu crash with personal injury at AP MUSIC WRITER 10:26 p.m. Thursday at 37 lobby of the Red Roof Inn on Breed St. Broadway. Dispatched of cers NEW YORK — In a reported the argument was lengthy social media post, Breaking and Entering over a missing set of keys. The Justin Timberlake says people involved were separat- that he wants to apolo- A report of a breaking and ed and peace was restored. gize to Britney Spears and entering 3:22 a.m. Friday at Janet Jackson “because 81 Broad St. Shoplifting I care for and respect these women and I know Police received a report of I failed.” Overdose shoplifting at Dick’s Sporting “I’ve seen the messag- Goods on Broadway at 2:22 A report of an overdose at es, tags, comments, and p.m. Thursday. 1:22 p.m. Thursday on Boston concerns and I want to A manager at Best Buy on Street. respond. I am deeply sor- Broadway reported an earlier ry for the times in my life shoplifting incident at 4:06 Theft where my actions contrib- p.m. Thursday. An of cer was uted to the problem, where A report of a larceny at dispatched for a report. I spoke out of turn, or did 11:50 a.m. Thursday at 159 Loss prevention at Macy’s PHOTO | ASSOCIATED PRESS not speak up for what was Boston St.; at 12:26 p.m. on Broadway reported at 6:17 right. I understand that Britney Spears supporters sit together for a photo outside a court hear- Thursday at Auto Zone at 86 p.m. Thursday two males ran I fell short in these mo- ing concerning the pop singer’s conservatorship at the Stanley Mosk Boston St. out of the store with men’s Courthouse in Los Angeles. Nike sneakers and a few ments and in many others Vandalism pocket books. An of cer was and bene ted from a sys- about sleeping with his Black woman, fell victim everyone involved de- dispatched for more informa- tem that condones misog- former girlfriend and indi- to a racist and sexist dou- serves better and most im- A report of motor vehicle tion. yny and racism,” he wrote cated that he ridiculed her ble standard and received portantly, because this is a Friday. vandalism at 5:15 a.m. Friday by hiring a look-a-like for harsher treatment than larger conversation that Timberlake’s social me- at 13 Park St.; at 7:46 a.m. his “Cry Me a River” mu- Timberlake, as a white I wholeheartedly want to Vandalism dia post comes a week Friday at 562 Chestnut St. sic video. man, did and that he ben- be part of and grow from,” after the release of “The An of cer was agged down Fans called out Timber- e ted from “white male he wrote. “The industry is by a man on Lincoln Avenue New York Times Presents: LYNNFIELD Framing Britney,” the FX lake for contributing to privilege.” awed. It sets men, espe- at 9:13 a.m. Thursday who Spears’ very public break- And the NFL’s decision cially white men, up for stated someone threw a brick and Hulu documentary Complaints down and controlling the to invite Timberlake to success. It’s designed this through the window of his that takes a historical narrative about the end of perform at the halftime way. As a man in a privi- A report of fraud at 11 a.m. business. A report was taken. look at the circumstances that led to Spears’ con- their relationship. show three years ago trig- leged position I have to be servatorship in 2008 and More backlash hit Tim- gered a backlash from vocal about this. Because highlights the #FreeBrit- berlake as social media women, minorities and of my ignorance, I didn’t ney movement of fans who began to recall the ward- others who felt Jackson recognize it for all that it Fox hosts Dobbs, want to see her released robe malfunction with was unfairly forced to pay was while it was happen- from it and given control Jackson that caused a na- a far higher price than ing in my own life but I do of her life. The documenta- tional controversy at the Timberlake. not want to ever bene t Bartiromo strike ry aired an old interview 2004 Super Bowl. Some “I also feel compelled to from others being pulled when Timberlake spoke argued that Jackson, as a respond, in part, because down again.” back in voting Chinese TV features blackface fraud suit By Joshua Goodman the day: unprecedented performers in New Year’s gala ASSOCIATED PRESS allegations by the presi- WRITER dent that the integrity of By Joe Mcdonald The “African Song and viewers, also included noted CCTV’s 2018 Spring the electoral process was ASSOCIATED PRESS Dance” performance tributes to nurses, doctors Festival Gala featured Three Fox News hosts marred by fraud. Thursday came at start of and others who fought performers in blackface — Maria Bartiromo, Lou Smartmatic in its 285- BEIJING — Chinese the Spring Festival Gala, the coronavirus pandemic with a monkey. Dobbs and Jeanine Pir- page complaint led Feb. state TV included dancers one of the world’s most- that began in central Chi- “We cannot stress ro — are seeking the dis- 4 in state court in New in blackface portraying Af- watched TV programs. It na in late 2019. enough the impact scenes missal of claims against York had cited at least ricans in a holiday gala for included Chinese dancers Festivities for the holi- such as these have on Af- them and their employer 13 reports on Fox News the second time in three in African-style costumes day, normally East Asia’s rican and Afro-diasporic as part of a $2.7 billion li- in which guests or per- years, prompting criticism and dark face makeup busiest tourism season, communities living in Chi- bel lawsuit brought by the sonalities falsely stat- online, as Asia welcomed beating drums. are muted after China, na,” the group said. voting technology compa- ed or implied that the the Year of the Ox with The ve-hour annual Vietnam, Taiwan and oth- Elsewhere in China, ny Smartmatic. company had somehow muted festivities amid trav- program, which state TV er governments tightened Buddhist and Daoist Bartiromo, Dobbs and helped steal the election el curbs to contain renewed has said in the past is seen travel curbs and urged the temples that usually are Pirro, as well as Donald through easily tampered coronavirus outbreaks. by as many as 800 million public to avoid big gath- packed with holiday wor- Trump lawyers Rudolph technology or in cahoots erings following renewed shippers were closed. Giuliani and Sidney with Venezuela’s socialist virus outbreaks. Streets in major cities Powell, were sued this government. China’s ruling Commu- were largely empty. month for the eye-popping The complaint alleged nist Party tries to promote Visitors gathered out- amount by Smartmatic, that the “disinformation an image of unity with side the locked gates of which accused them of campaign” continued even African nations as fellow the Tibetan-style Lama conspiring to spread false after then-Attorney Gen- developing economies. But Temple on Beijing’s north claims that the company eral William Barr said China Central Television side to burn incense and was involved in an effort the Department of Justice has faced criticism over pray. to steal the presidential could nd no evidence of using blackface to depict Ji Jianping, who wore election from Trump. widespread voter fraud. African people in past a jacket and face mask In its motions, lawyers “Smartmatic is con dent New Year broadcasts. in red, the traditional from Kirkland & Ellis, in its case and looks for- On Twitter, Black Livity color of good fortune, which is also defending ward to brie ng these is- China, a group for people said she and her family PHOTO | ASSOCIATED PRESS Fox, argue Bartiromo, sues for the Court,” J. Erik of African descent who skipped visiting their Dobbs and Pirro were Connolly, attorney for A worker disinfects the Thean Hou Temple work in or with China, hometown in the north- doing their job in cover- Smartmatic, wrote Friday during the rst day of Lunar New Year celebra- called the broadcast “ex- ern province of Shanxi ing the biggest story of in a statement. tions in Kuala Lumpur. tremely disappointing.” It due to the pandemic. A6 THE DAILY ITEM SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 13, 2021 NEW ENGLAND BRIEFS Massachusetts launches new Ex-member of Latin rmed COVID-19 cases Kings sentenced on on campus. Students who live both racketeering charges on and off campus are online vaccine location nder required to limit their BOSTON (AP) — A former activities to essential BOSTON (AP) — Mas- Once a user selects a lo- through Thursday and an ad from someone offer- member of the Boston-based travel, including going sachusetts has launched cation they can view avail- 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Friday ing $250 to drive an eligi- Devon Street Kings chapter to class, picking up food an online tool designed able appointments, what through Sunday. ble resident to a vaccina- of the Latin Kings gang has or groceries, medical to make it easier for res- type of vaccine is being of- Some people in Massa- tion site. been sentenced to two years appointments, outdoor idents to nd COVID-19 fered — P zer or Moderna chusetts are offering rides Hospitals across Massa- in prison and three years of recreation, and work, vaccination locations, the — directions, whether the and even money for a chusetts will stop schedul- probation on racketeering President Rev. Kenneth administration of Gov. site in indoors or outdoors, chance to take advantage ing new coronavirus vac- charges, federal prosecutors Sicard said in a message Charlie Baker announced and disability access infor- of a state rule that allows cine appointments as the said. to the campus communi- Friday. mation. those who accompany peo- state diverts the supply to Dante Lara, 29, was sen- The online vaccine nd- The tool updates ap- ple age 75 and older to a ty Thursday. other areas. tenced Thursday after er is available to all resi- pointment availability coronavirus vaccination In addition, visitors are People who already have pleading guilty in Novem- dents and will let users every ve minutes for appointment to get a shot not allowed in dormito- appointments for rst or ber to conspiracy to conduct view appointment avail- participating vaccination at the same time. ries and on-campus stu- second doses at a hospital enterprise affairs through dents are not allowed to ability for some sites be- locations. But the rash of online a pattern of racketeering fore scheduling. Massachusetts has ad- ads from people looking will still get them. visit off-campus student “We were informed by activity, more commonly residences, he said. The COVID-19 Vaccine ministered more than a to cut the vaccination the state that due to lim- referred to as RICO conspir- The college has had Finder lets individuals million vaccine doses to line drew a stern rebuke itations in vaccine supply acy, according to the U.S. at- nearly 100 positive cases search for locations near residents, health of cials from Baker, who warned torney’s of ce in Boston. this week, according to them by entering their ZIP announced Friday. against offers of help from that we at Mass Gener- The Devon Street Kings, the school’s dashboard. code, city or town name, or The state crossed the strangers. al Brigham are to stop with about a dozen mem- “We are experiencing the name of a vaccination threshold Thursday eve- “If you’re contacted by scheduling new rst dose bers, reported to the Mas- more positive COVID-19 location. Residents can ning. Of cial said the somebody soliciting to appointments for vac- sachusetts state leadership cases than we would also lter results by site state has surpassed the take you to a site, please cines for both patients of the Latin Kings, provid- like,” Sicard said. “While type, such as mass vacci- rst benchmark set for report it to the authori- and health care workers,” ing information, structure, increased testing is a nation locations, locations Phase 2 vaccinations, ad- ties,” Baker said Thursday. Dr. Tom Sequist, the chief funds and other resources factor, these additional run by local health depart- ministering 242,000 doses Seniors should accept patient experience and eq- to further the gang’s goals. steps are necessary to ments, retail pharmacies since Sunday. help only from someone uity of cer at the state’s Lara admitted to partic- ensure that the overall or health care locations. As of Friday morning, they trust, he said. largest hospital system, ipating in the gang’s drug positivity rate stays be- The tool can be accessed over 20,000 appointments Some of cials called on distribution activities, pros- told the Boston Herald on low the approximately 2 through the state’s vac- for the coming days were the Republican governor Thursday. ecutors said. still available at mass vac- to put the vaccine com- percent we are currently cination website at www. Kate Reilly, a spokes- A federal grand jury in mass.gov/COVIDvaccine cination sites in Danvers, panion program on hold. seeing.” person for the state December 2019 returned an or directly at https://vax- Spring eld, Foxboro and “While it may have been In-person classes will COVID-19 Response Com- indictment alleging rack- continue and libraries nder.mass.gov. Boston for residents 75 well-meaning, it took less mand Center, said vaccine eteering conspiracy, drug will remain open. The nder displays all years or older and others than 24 hours for this new supplies from the federal conspiracy and rearms The private Roman vaccination locations open eligible to be vaccinated. state policy to be abused,” charges against 62 leaders, Catholic school has about to residents, but includes Beginning Saturday, the Boston City Councilor An- government have not in- members and associates of 4,800 students. only appointment details state’s vaccine schedul- drea Campbell in a state- creased for several weeks, the Latin Kings. Lara is the An additional 440 for mass vaccination lo- ing hotline will extend its ment. so more doses will be sent 14th defendant to be sen- Rhode Island residents cations and some sites op- hours to include weekends Democratic state Rep. to mass vaccination sites, tenced in the case. have con rmed cases of erated by local health de- and weekday evenings. Steve Owens said a group retail pharmacies, and the coronavirus, the state partments. Appointment People can reach the ho- of lawmakers have urged community health centers 64-year-old man dies in ATV Department of Health re- details for additional sites tline by dialing 211 from Baker to pause the pro- until more vaccines are crash in Melrose ported Friday. will be added later. 8:30 a.m. to 8 p.m. Monday gram, noting that he saw made available. The department MELROSE (AP) — A also reported 16 more 64-year-old man has died COVID-19-related of injuries sustained in a deaths and a daily posi- late night all-terrain vehi- tivity rate of 2 percent. cle crash in Melrose, au- Of the new cases, 366 thorities say. were people who tested Melrose police of cers positive for the rst time and re ghters responded Thursday, and the rest to the intersection of Up- tested positive on previ- ham Street and Wildwood ous days. Road for a report of a sin- There have now been gle-vehicle crash with se- nearly 121,000 known rious injuries at about 11 cases in the state and p.m. Thursday, according 2,290 fatalities. to a statement Friday from The number of patients police Chief Michael Lyle in the hospital with and Middlesex District At- COVID-19 had dropped torney Marian Ryan. to 222 as of Tuesday, the The victim was taken to latest day for which the Melrose-Wake eld Hospi- information was avail- tal where he died from his able, down from 238 the injuries, authorities said. previous day. The victim lived in town The latest seven-day but his name was not made average positivity rate in public pending noti cation Rhode Island is 2.47 per- FILE PHOTO | ASSOCIATED PRESS of family. cent. State health depart- Michael L. Taylor, center, at passport control at Istanbul Airport in Turkey, is accused of smug- The cause of the crash re- ments are calculating gling former Nissan Motor Co. Chairman Carlos Ghosn out of Japan. mains under investigation. positivity rate differently across the country, but Men charged with killing of for Rhode Island the AP man found in burning car calculates the rate by di- viding new cases by test Ex-Nissan boss’ accused HARTFORD, Conn. encounters using data (AP) — Two arrests have from The COVID Track- been made in the abduc- ing Project. smugglers seek help from tion and slaying of a Mas- The seven-day rolling sachusetts man whose average of daily new cas- body was found inside a es in Rhode Island has burning car in Connecti- declined from almost 710 the Supreme Court cut. on Jan. 28 to about 441 The FBI and U.S. Attor- on Thurday, according By Alanna Durkin careful consideration, and men to Japan as early as trial on allegations that ney’s Of ce said Friday to The COVID Tracking Richer the stakes are enormous Friday. But authorities he underreported his in- that Brandon Batiste, of Project. ASSOCIATED PRESS for them. The very least now say they will not hand come and committed a Spring eld, Massachusetts Almost 96,000 people the U.S. courts owe the the men over to Japan and Calvin Roberson of Wa- have received a vaccine breach of trust by divert- BOSTON — An Ameri- petitioners is a full chance while their bid for a stay terbury, Connecticut have rst dose in Rhode Is- ing Nissan money for his can father and son accused to litigate these issues, is pending before the U.S. been charged with kidnap- land, and more than personal gain. Ghosn said of sneaking former Nissan including exercising their ping resulting in death, 42,000 have been fully Supreme Court, an attor- he  ed because he could boss Carlos Ghosn out of appellate rights, before ney for the Taylors said. conspiracy to commit kid- vaccinated. Japan in a box asked the not expect a fair trial, was napping and causing the they are consigned to the Taylor, a former Green subjected to unfair condi- U.S. Supreme Court on fate that awaits them at Beret and private securi- death of a person through Computer malware fraudster Friday to halt their extra- tions in detention and was the use of a rearm. the hands of the Japanese ty specialist from Massa- gets 2 years in prison dition so they have time to barred from meeting his Batiste, 33, was taken government,” their attor- chusetts, and his son are pursue an appeal. wife under his bail condi- into custody Thursday in neys wrote. wanted by Japan so they PROVIDENCE, R.I. Michael and Peter Taylor tions. Ghosn has denied Athens, Georgia and Rob- The 1st U.S. Circuit can be tried on charges (AP) — A man who played have fought for months to any wrongdoing. erson, 38, was arrested a key role in a computer Court of Appeals in Boston that they helped Ghosn, keep the U.S. government The U.S. State Depart- in Waterbury. Both were malware scam has been refused Thursday to put who formerly led Nissan from handing the men the extradition on hold, Motor Co.,  ee the coun- ment agreed in October to being held Friday while sentenced to two years in hand the pair over to Ja- awaiting court appearanc- over to Japan, saying they nding that the Taylors try last year with Ghosn prison, federal prosecu- pan, but a Boston federal es. It was not clear if ei- can’t legally be extradited are unlikely to succeed on tucked away in a box on a tors say. court judge put the extra- ther has hired an attorney. Manish Kumar, 32, di- and will be treated un- the merits of their case. private jet. dition on hold shortly after They are accused of rected telephone calls fairly in the Japan. Their The Taylors are asking the The  ight went rst to after their lawyers led an kidnapping 28-year-old to call centers in India lawyers told the Supreme Supreme Court to halt the Turkey, and then to Leb- Francisco Roman Jr., of as part of a scheme to Court that the men would extradition until their case anon, where Ghosn has emergency petition. Chicopee, Massachusetts mislead individuals into face harsh treatment in is fully considered by the citizenship but which has The judge rejected the on Dec. 24. believing that their com- the Japanese criminal jus- 1st Circuit and, if neces- no extradition treaty with petition last month, clear- Roman’s body was found puters were infected by tice system. sary, the Supreme Court. Japan. ing the way for the extra- in the back of a 2010 Acu- malware. The callers “The issues raised by U.S. of cials had said Ghosn was out on bail dition, before the lawyers ra on Dec. 26 after re- were then persuaded to petitioners merit full and they could surrender the at the time and awaiting appealed to the 1st Circuit. ghters in Hartford put buy technical support out a blaze that had en- services that were never gulfed the car. An autopsy provided, according to a determined he had been statement Friday from Catch up with your shot to death. the U.S. attorney’s of ce Prosecutors said the in Rhode Island. favorite team charges could result in The victims were then the federal death penalty targeted by the scam- or life in prison. mers again, authorities in Item Sports! said. They were told they Providence College responds had been sent excessive to rise in COVID-19 cases refunds, and asked to return the overage. 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AP ECONOMICS WRITER The job cuts resulting from the pandemic recession have WASHINGTON — In fallen heavily on lower-in- a stark sign of the eco- come workers across the ser- nomic inequality that has vice sector — from restau- marked the pandemic rants and hotels to retail recession and recovery, stores and entertainment Americans as a whole are venues. By contrast, tens of now earning the same millions of higher-income amount in wages and sal- Americans, especially those aries that they did before able to work from home, the virus struck — even have managed to keep or with nearly 9 million few- acquire jobs and continue to er people working. receive pay increases. The turnaround in total PHOTO | ASSOCIATED PRESS “We’ve never seen any- wages underscores how A woman walks past a “Now Hiring” sign displayed thing like that before,” said disproportionately Ameri- at a CD One Price Cleaners in Schaumburg, Ill. Richard Deitz, a senior ca’s job losses have af ict- economist at the Federal ed workers in lower-in- trillion in December, the result: Total labor income, Reserve Bank of New York, come occupations rather latest period for which excluding government referring to the concen- than in higher-paying in- data is available. workers, was 0.6 percent tration of job losses. “It’s PHOTO | ASSOCIATED PRESS dustries, where employees Those dollar gures in- higher in January than it a totally different kind of have actually gained jobs clude only wages and sal- was a year earlier. Kim Hickerson, left, and Tray Ragland of the downturn than we’ve expe- Retail, Wholesale and Department Store Union as well as income since aries that people earned That is “pretty remark- rienced in modern times.” hold signs outside an Amazon facility where la- early last year. from jobs. They don’t in- able,” given the sharp drop Of the nearly 10 million In February 2020, Amer- clude money that tens in employment, said Mi- jobs that have been elim- bor is trying to organize workers. icans earned $9.66 trillion of millions of Americans chael Feroli, an economist inated by the pandemic, in wages and salaries, at have received from unem- at JPMorgan Chase. 40 percent have been in a seasonally adjusted an- ployment benets or the The gures document restaurants, bars, hotels, Amazon faces nual rate, according to the Social Security and other that the vanished earn- arts, and entertainment. Commerce Department aid that goes to many oth- ings from 8.9 million Retailers have lost near- data. By April, after the er households. The gures Americans who have lost ly 400,000 jobs and many virus had attened the also don’t include invest- jobs to the pandemic re- low-paying health care biggest union U.S. economy, that gure ment income. main less than the com- workers, such as nurs- had shrunk by 10 percent. A separate measure bined salaries of new hires ing home attendants and It then gradually recov- tracked by the Labor De- and the pay raises that home health care aides, ered before reaching $9.67 partment shows the same the 150 million Americans have also been laid off. push in Black hospital faces vaccine its history

By Joseph Pisani warehouses and its Whole mistrust from unlikely source AP RETAIL WRITER Foods grocery stores. Attempts by Amazon By Lindsey Tanner COVID-19 vaccines were If seeing COVID-19 up ally quick but based on NEW YORK — The sec- to delay the vote in Bes- AP MEDICAL WRITER developed. “It’s not some- close and personal isn’t years of previous research ond Jennifer Bates walks semer have failed. So too thing that I want in me.’’ enough to persuade peo- and those used in the U.S. away from her post at the have the company’s ef- CHICAGO — In a make- Just 37 percent of the ple to get vaccinated, what have shown no signs of se- Amazon warehouse where forts to require in-person shift vaccination center at 600 doctors, nurses and will? rious side effects in stud- she works, the clock starts voting, which organizers a safety-net Chicago hos- support staff at Rose- The resistance con- ies of tens of thousands ticking. argue would be unsafe pital, a patient services land Community Hospi- founds Dr. Tunji Ladipo, of people. But a history of She has precisely 30 min- during the pandemic. aide ushers an older wom- tal have been vaccinated an emergency room physi- abuses has contributed to utes to get to the cafeteria Mail-in voting started this an with a cane toward a even though health care cian who has seen the dis- distrust of the medical es- and back for her lunch week and will go on until curtained cubicle. workers are rst in line. ease devastate countless tablishment among some break. That means travers- the end of March. A major- “Here, have a seat right Many holdouts come from patients and their fami- Black Americans. ing a warehouse the size ity of the 6,000 employees here,” Trenese Bland says the mostly Black, working lies, and frequently works In a recent poll by The of 14 football elds, which have to vote “yes” in order helpfully, preparing the class neighborhoods sur- side by side with unvacci- Associated Press and eats up precious time. She to unionize. woman for a shot offering rounding the hospital, ar- nated colleagues. NORC Center for Public avoids bringing food from Amazon, whose prots protection against the vi- eas hard hit by the virus ‘’Why people that work Affairs Research, 57 per- home because warming it and revenues have skyrock- rus that has ravaged their yet plagued with vaccine in the health care eld cent of Black Americans up in the microwave would eted during the pandemic, Black community. But the reluctance. would not trust the sci- said they’d received at cost her even more min- has campaigned hard to con- aide has doubts about get- The irony hasn’t escaped ence? I don’t understand least one shot or planned utes. Instead she opts for vince workers that a union ting her own inoculation. organizers of a vaccina- that,’’ he said. to be vaccinated, com- $4 cold sandwiches from will only suck money from “It’s not something that tion campaign at the 110- Health experts have un- pared with 68 percent of the vending machine and their paycheck with little I trust right now,’’ says bed hospital, which until derscored the vaccines’ white Americans. hurries back to her post. benet. Spokeswoman Ra- Bland, 50, who worries recently was over owing safety, noting that their Black Americans sur- If she makes it, she’s chael Lighty says the com- about how quickly the with coronavirus patients. development was unusu- veyed by the National lucky. If she doesn’t, Am- pany already offers them Foundation for Infectious azon could cut her pay, or what unions want: benets, Diseases cited reasons for worse, re her. career growth and pay that vaccination hesitancy that It’s that kind of pressure starts at $15 an hour. She echo those of Roseland that has led some Amazon adds that the organizers employees. workers to organize the don’t represent the majority The no-frills hospital, ve biggest unionization push of Amazon employees’ views. stories of red brick, opened at the company since it was Bates makes $15.30 an its doors nearly a century founded in 1995. And it’s hour unpacking boxes of ago on Chicago’s far South happening in the unlike- deodorant, clothing and Side. Adjacent to a strip liest of places: Bessemer, countless other items that mall, auto parts store and Ala., a state with laws that are eventually shipped gas station, its backyard is don’t favor unions. to Amazon shoppers. The a residential street pock- The stakes are high. job, which the 48-year-old marked by boarded-up If organizers succeed in started in May, has her on frame homes and three- Bessemer, it could set off her feet for most of her 10- at apartment buildings. a chain reaction across hour shifts. Besides lunch, Doctors, nurses and staff Amazon’s operations na- Bates says trips to the are nearly all Black, as are tionwide, with thousands bathroom are also closely the patients. more workers rising up monitored, as is getting a It would be hard to imag- and demanding better drink of water or fetching ine that any are unaware working conditions. 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There’s a than wind ensembles or huge bene t to it.” those that feature vocals Salem poet takes Wagg has served as the because the musicians are band director at the high not forcefully expelling air school for three years and and germs into the room. worked at the elementary One huge issue that the Walnut Street Cafe schools in Lynn eld before bands face is an inabil- By Guthrie stuff and I wanted to that. He had previously ity to interact with one Scrimgeour train myself to write com- worked for a post-produc- another in real time. ITEM STAFF petently that way.” tion studio in New York The guitar ensemble, for Thematically, he feels like while playing guitar in example, rehearses with SALEM — Salem poet his work is freer as well. rock and jazz bands. only three kids in a class, Blake Campbell head- “I’ve been more open “I hope that because of while a larger group tunes lined this week’s Walnut about talking about sex, some of the things that are in virtually. Because of Street Cafe Speakup virtual and using more contempo- happening now, traditional lag in the stream, it isn’t poetry series, reading work rary language, and talking music education starts to that focused on romance realistic for the kids to all Lynn eld High School sophomore Charles about more modern embrace some of these less practice together, so when and the natural world. Beatrice strums a chord on his guitar. things,” he said, “While traditional music-making it comes time to play mu- “I want to be able to say trying to remain true to endeavors,” he said. sic, the two groups must “But it’s odd, and it feels lot of value in playing live that I’m reading poems the naturey sensibility Lynn eld High has do it separately. like there’s this emptiness.” music,” he added. “But about the pandemic and that I’ve always admired.” been focusing more on “Naturally when you “It’s allowed us to have I don’t think that music these horrible times that The Walnut Street Cafe small ensemble work this play music you want to interesting conversations production should be we’re living through and Speakup series, which be- year, with a pep band, a play music for other peo- about song choice and what discounted as a method sound a little more relevant gan early in the pandem- small-scale concert band, ple. It’s just weird to not different songs entail,” said of creation. It is the new than I am,” Campbell said. ic, also featured an open several jazz/rock bands, be able to do that in per- Wagg. “Our repertoire this style of creation for a lot “But I’m reading a lot of mic and a round robin. and a guitar ensemble. son anymore,” said Adam year can’t be songs where of these kids.” poems about nature and re- “I really miss it actual- “The bigger ensembles Ho, one of the in-person we have to react to one “I’m mostly interested lationships, and my family.” ly,” Campbell said of the have been the hardest members of the guitar another. They have to be in theory and production, The poet grew up in a Walnut Street Cafe’s live to rehearse,” said Wagg. ensemble who has played fairly straightforward. It’s so the transition wasn’t farmhouse in rural Penn- readings. “I miss going in “That’s where most of piano since he was ve. interesting to have those too hard,” said Domi- sylvania, where his family and getting one of those the wind players are, and He recently added the conversations, because it’s nic Ferrante, a junior would hunt and farm. He amazing chicken salad for most of the year, we guitar to his repertoire. something we haven’t talk- in the guitar ensemble credits these experiences sandwiches and a beer and haven’t had the ability “You can’t go out and play ed about in the past.” who began as a trumpet with inuencing the heavy listening to some poetry. to play with wind instru- in the streets.” The smaller ensembles player before picking up focus on nature in his work. It’s a tiny space but it’s so ments in the building. But Before the pandemic he do still play some live the guitar. “It’s smaller “My dad taught me how intimate and so warm and the smaller groups have would sometimes busk music, spaced across groups, but otherwise not to listen to sounds in the welcoming to new people.” been going pretty well.” outside and play in larger the large band room at too different.” woods, how to detect move- Campbell does feel like One of the most success- bands. a safe social distance. Ferrante aspires to ment,” he said. “I’ve always the COVID-19 pandemic ful groups is the guitar “It’s more intimate,” he The groups that feature continue studying music in felt very connected to the provides some new op- ensemble, which is safer said of the smaller classes. singers usually rehearse college, possibly at Berklee natural world in that way. portunities for getting his without vocals, which College of Music in Boston. “I’m always thinking work out there. are recorded in separate Wagg hopes that the about the impact we have “The virtual readings rooms and added in later focus on music production on the environment and have proliferated,” he said. to create virtual perfor- and the success of the how we’re really a part of “And because we’re all mances. This allows kids guitar ensemble will be nature, even though we in this virtual webspace the opportunity to exper- able to make the music talk about the separation together, there are less iment with music produc- program more accessible. between nature and hu- geographical restrictions.” tion elements. “There were kids who manity. I really do have this He mentioned that he “It’s worked really well,” weren’t in the band, and deep love for the natural was recently able to per- said Wagg of the produc- they’d play me a track in world. I always feel very form in an international po- tion focus. “They under- Logic or Garageband or sensitive to it and aware of etry reading, and was just stand the process intui- Ableton and it’s killing,” my place within it and I’m told that one of the other tively. They’re so aware said Wagg. “It’s hard that always trying to articulate poets involved was assem- of digital media that they those kids have to strug- that in my poetry.” bling an anthology that know what’s going to gle when nding their Campbell moved to Salem would include his work. Lynn eld High School sophomore Adam Ho is work and what isn’t. place in music programs.” in 2018 and features the “It’s a gift to me to be a member of the guitar ensemble at the school. “I think that there’s a For sophomore gui- natural world of the North able to reach people who tar ensemble member Shore in much of his work. I wouldn’t have been able Charles Beatrice, One piece he read to reach before,” he said. playing music is a passion Wednesday “Sea Sparkle,” Blake Campbell’s that he only discovered focuses on Wingaersheek writing has appeared or during the pandemic. Beach in Gloucester, is forthcoming in Painted “I always thought that which uses the unique Bride Quarterly, The Dark Give Your it’s pretty amazing to listen glowing blue microor- Horse, The Worcester to music, but I only started ganisms in the shal- Review, Measure Review, 289 Lynn St. Car Some playing this year,” he said as lows, which he uses as a Lambda Literary, and Peabody, MA he plucked out the riff from metaphor for a budding Fulcrum. A Pushcart Eric Clapton’s Layla on an relationship. Prize nominee, he is the Give us a call at: Love Today! acoustic guitar. “My friend Campbell feels like his recipient of the 2015 Aliki 978-530-1111 Oil change, Brakes, Tune up, owned a few guitars, and I poems have become a Perroti and Seth Frank email: Check Engine Lights & more strummed it and felt like I little “freer” in the past Most Promising Young larsonsservice2@ had this connection with it.” few years. 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©2021 AccuWeather, Inc. SPORTS B SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 13, 2021 Lynn eld boys basketball falls to Hamilton-Wenham By Mike Alongi day),” said Lynn eld coach from an 11-5 de cit to only ITEM SPORTS EDITOR John Bakopolus. “Ham- trail 16-13 after the rst ilton-Wenham is a very quarter. HAMILTON — The talented team and they But from there, Hamil- Lynn eld boys basketball played some really good ton-Wenham took over. team just couldn’t keep up basketball out there. They The Generals opened with Cape Ann League foe outrebounded us, they out- the second quarter with Hamilton-Wenham Friday shot us and they won more a 13-0 run to blow the night, as the Pioneers fell 50-50 balls than us. It just game open, and they nev- 71-46 in their season - wasn’t our night.” er looked back from there. nale on the road. With the Senior Luke Martinho After getting outscored by win, Hamilton-Wenham led the way for Lynn eld 17 points in the quarter, captured the CAL Baker with 10 points. Lynn eld went into half- Division title for this year. It was a close game in time down 41-21. “We just ran into a bet- the early minutes, with ter team out there (Fri- Lynn eld battling back LYNNFIELD, B2

ITEM PHOTO | SPENSER HASAK Salem’s Jorge Guerrero goes for a layup as he gets past Saugus’ Tyrone Manderson (left) and Donovan Clark during a game at Salem High Fri- day. Salem boys basketball pushes past Saugus

By Mike Alongi high school basketball and eight rebounds, se- ITEM SPORTS EDITOR game, and I thought our nior Guillermo Pimentel guys responded when had nine points and three SALEM — After a back- they needed to in all dif- rebounds and senior Tom- and-forth rst quarter, ferent ways.” my Beauregard had eight the Salem boys basket- Prior to the game, Sam points and ve rebounds. ball team started click- Kheboian — Salem’s ath- For Saugus, junior Ty- ing and ended up pulling letic trainer — held a mo- away from Northeastern rone Manderson led all ment of silence and said scorers with 20 points Conference foe Saugus in a few words about former and seven rebounds. Se- a 60-46 win at Veterans Saugus coach Mark Ber- nior Myles Manalaysay Memorial Field House trand, who died in Decem- Friday night. ber after a tragic accident. added seven points and “It was a hard-fought Senior Ethan Doyle led four rebounds, while se- game the whole way even the way for Salem with niors Kyle McLaughlin though we had control,” 15 points on ve 3-point- (six points, two rebounds), said Salem coach Tom ers, while senior Jorge and Mason Nickolas ( ve Doyle. “We didn’t have Guerrero notched a dou- points, eight rebounds) a comfortable lead until ble-double with 12 points also played well in the ITEM FILE PHOTO | SPENSER HASAK very late in the game, so and 11 rebounds. Senior loss. we had to battle the en- Bobby Jellison was close Lynn eld’s Luke Martinho scored 10 points in a loss to Hamilton-Wen- tire game. It was a great behind with 12 points SALEM, B2 ham Friday. Fenwick boys basketball closes regular season on a high note

By Mike Alongi will travel to St. Mary’s for and freshman Jake Vana Marblehead 30, ITEM SPORTS EDITOR the CCL Cup quarter nal each scored one goal for Winthrop 26 Sunday afternoon (2). the Eagles in the annual Emily Clough (10 points) Senior captain Alex Gon- BOYS BASKETBALL Lt. Derek Hines Memorial and Leila Walton (six zalez knocked down a criti- Marblehead 64, Game. cal free throw at the end of points) led the way for Winthrop 43 St. John’s Prep (1-2- Marblehead in the win. overtime to give the Bish- Marblehead had 10 of its 4) travels to St. John’s Fehr Gillett also had a op Fenwick boys basket- 14 players in the scoring (Shrewsbury) Sunday af- ball team a 76-75 win over column Friday, led by ju- ternoon (3:50). good night with two points Catholic Central League nior forward Kipp Schaud- GIRLS BASKETBALL and 12 rebounds. foe Archbishop Williams to er (15 points). Beverly 44, Marblehead travels to close out the regular sea- Marblehead (6-4) hosts Peabody 38 Gloucester Monday after- son Friday night. Gloucester Monday (2). The Tanners dropped noon (2). Senior captain Max For Winthrop, sopho- their second straight game Winthrop (9-4) plays on Grenert led the scoring at- more Zach Bogusz led all with the road loss Friday the road at Saugus Mon- tack with 23 points, while scorers with 24 points. night. Logan Lomasney day afternoon (12). sophomore Che Hanks Winthrop (0-10) has a led the way with 13 points Malden Catholic 53, was right behind with 22 quick turnaround with a and eight rebounds, while Saugus 16 points. Junior captain Ja- road game against Salem Emma Bloom had nine Haley McLaughlin, April son Romans lled the stat Saturday (12). points. Amber Kiricoples Aldred and Ashleen Es- ITEM FILE PHOTO | SPENSER HASAK sheet in the win, notching BOYS HOCKEY had a big night on the 16 points, seven rebounds, St. John’s Prep 2, boards with 15 rebounds. cobar scored four points Fenwick captain Jason Romans had 16 points, six assists and four steals. Catholic Memorial 2 Peabody (7-3) plays on each for the Sachems. seven rebounds and six assists in a win over Fenwick nishes the (OT) the road at Salem Monday Saugus hosts Winthrop Archbishop Williams. regular season at 9-7 and Senior Zach McKennelly afternoon (2). Monday (11:45). J.J. Watt, Texans agree to split in more upheaval in Houston

By Kristie Rieken have asked them for my rare it is,” Watt said in the when his interception for was wonderful that way.” O’Brien, who held both ASSOCIATED PRESS release and we have mu- video. “I just want you to a touchdown put them on Along with his contribu- jobs and was red after an tually agreed to part ways know that I love you and top for good in a 31-10 vic- tions on the eld, Watt was 0-4 start in 2020. They’re HOUSTON — J.J. Watt at this time,” Watt said I appreciate you. I want to tory over the Bengals. lauded for his humanitar- also facing uncertainty at didn’t just play for the Friday in a video on social thank the McNair family The Texans nished a ian efforts after raising quarterback because stan- Houston Texans, he was media. for drafting me and giving franchise-best 12-4 the fol- more than $40 million for dou t Deshaun Watson re- the Houston Texans. The three-time Defen- me my rst opportunity lowing year behind Watt’s Hurricane Harvey relief in quested a trade. The physical embodi- sive Player of the Year and in the NFL. Thank you, stellar season, reaching 2017. “Change is never easy, ment of a young franchise 2017 Walter Payton NFL Houston.” the playoffs again. They “Simply put, there has especially when it in- lacking much of an iden- Man of the Year has spent Houston’s franchise had won the division six times been no person in the past volves the ones you love,” tity before the burly Wis- his entire career with the been around for nine sea- in his Houston years, and decade who has made a Cal McNair said. “J.J.’s consin kid donned that No. Texans after being drafted sons before Watt’s arrival, as his resume grew, so did greater impact on the Tex- impact on not only our or- 99 jersey, Watt wowed the 11th overall in 2011. The but had little success with the image of the Texans. ans organization than J.J. ganization, but the entire football world with his de- star defensive end had one winning record and “He’s just everything Watt,” team co-founder Houston community, is fensive prowess. one year remaining on a never reaching the post- that we really want to do and senior chair Janice unlike any player in our Now he’s gone, and a six-year, $100 million con- season. Watt’s presence here... epitomized,” team McNair said. franchise’s history. I told team already in the midst tract. helped change things im- owner Cal McNair said. Watt’s departure comes J.J. earlier this week that of unprecedented upheav- “The connection I have mediately: Houston went “He was a great role mod- in an offseason in which we will forever consider al faces a future suddenly with the people of Hous- 10-6 to win the AFC South el for the fans and team- the Texans have hired him a Texan. We take so- even more bleak. ton is special, and I will in his rookie year. He led mates and to show people coach David Culley and lace in knowing that this “I have sat down with never take that for grant- the Texans to their rst how to do things and do general manager Nick is not a goodbye but a ‘see the McNair family and I ed because I know how playoff win that season things the right way. So he Caserio to replace Bill you soon.’” B2 SPORTS THE DAILY ITEM SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 13, 2021

HIGH SCHOOL SCHEDULE SATURDAY CCL Cup Quarterfinal Salem boys basketball pushes Boys Basketball Bishop Fenwick at St. Mary’s (2) Winthrop at Salem (12) Boys Hockey Girls Basketball St. John’s Prep at St. John’s (Shrews- Fontbonne at St. Mary’s (1:30) bury) (3:50) CCL Cup Quarterfinal Girls Hockey past NEC foe Saugus Bishop Stang at Bishop Fenwick (1) Beverly/Danvers at Marblehead (2:40) Boys Hockey SALEM Still, Saugus wouldn’t go Pentucket at Lynnfield (12) MONDAY Masconomet at Winthrop (12:40) From B1 away. The Sachems bat- Peabody at Saugus (7) Boys Basketball tled back to within three Bishop Feehan at Bishop Fenwick (7) Saugus at Winthrop (2) Salem at Peabody (2) “It’s a little tough be- points in the early part Girls Hockey Gloucester at Marblehead (5:30) cause it’s our third hard- of the third quarter, but Winthrop at Newburyport (2) Gloucester at Peabody/Lynnfield (4) Girls Basketball fought game in three Salem was quickly able to Winthrop at Saugus (11:45) CCL Cup Quarterfinal nights and I think we just right the ship and take a Arlington Catholic at Bishop Fenwick Peabody at Salem (2) ran out of gas towards the six-point lead — 44-38 — (6:20) Marblehead at Gloucester (2) end,” said Saugus co-head into the nal frame. Archbishop Williams at St. Mary’s CCL Cup Quarterfinal coach Bill Cahill. “We’re In the fourth quar- (7:20) Austin Prep/Cardinal Spellman at St. Swimming Mary’s (6) a young team, we weren’t ter, Salem was able to Catholic Conference Championships Boys Hockey able to rebound the ball at hit some big shots at (9) Peabody at Saugus (12:50) key moments and Salem the right time and turn Beverly at Peabody (4) St. Mary’s at Weymouth (1:50) hit their threes, and that’s its six-point lead into a Gymnastics Marblehead at Winthrop (2) how a six-point game late 13-point lead in the blink Marblehead at Essex Tech (2:15) Malden Catholic at St. John’s Prep of an eye. From there, Peabody at Winthrop (4:30) (3:30) turns into a double-digit the Witches were able to Danvers at Bishop Fenwick (5) Girls Hockey loss.” SUNDAY Beverly/Danvers at Peabody/Lynn- The rst quarter was coast to victory over the Boys Basketball field (12) a back-and-forth affair, nal two minutes of play. Xaverian at St. John’s Prep (1) Newburyport at Marblehead (12) with Saugus jumping out Saugus (2-7) plays on to a 7-2 lead in the open- the road at Winthrop NBA ing minutes before Salem Monday afternoon (2). battled back to take an “They key for us is just EASTERN CONFERENCE WESTERN CONFERENCE 8-7 lead. Following two continuing to stay positive Atlantic Division Southwest Division more lead changes, Salem and keep coming ready to W L Pct GB W L Pct GB Philadelphia 18 8 .692 — San Antonio 14 11 .560 — was able to take a 16-14 play each day,” said Sa- Brooklyn 15 12 .556 3½ Memphis 10 10 .500 1½ lead into the end of the chems co-head coach Joe Boston 13 11 .542 4 Dallas 12 14 .462 2½ Toronto 12 14 .462 6 New Orleans 11 13 .458 2½ rst. Bertrand. “We’re playing New York 11 15 .423 7 Houston 11 14 .440 3 The second quarter is better basketball than we ITEM PHOTO | SPENSER HASAK Southeast Division Northwest Division W L Pct GB W L Pct GB where Salem gained its were two weeks ago, so Saugus’ Tyrone Manderson looks for a way Charlotte 12 14 .462 — Utah 20 5 .800 — foothold and started to we’ve just got to keep that around Salem’s Jorge Guerrero during a game Atlanta 11 13 .458 — Portland 14 10 .583 5½ take control. Behind great going and close the year Miami 11 14 .440 ½ Denver 13 11 .542 6½ at Salem High Friday. Orlando 9 17 .346 3 Oklahoma City 10 14 .417 9½ ball movement and big- on a positive note.” Washington 6 16 .273 4 Minnesota 6 19 .240 14 time shooting, the Witch- Salem (8-2) has a little “It’s a little tough be- you wish you had fans out Central Division Pacific Division W L Pct GB W L Pct GB es were able to extend over 12 hours off before cause we have to create there to psych the guys Milwaukee 16 9 .640 — L.A. Lakers 20 6 .769 — their lead to as many as playing its fourth game our own energy after up. But we’re just try- Indiana 13 13 .500 3½ L.A. Clippers 18 8 .692 2 Chicago 10 14 .417 5½ Phoenix 15 9 .625 4 eight points before taking in as many days Saturday playing a bunch of nights ing to take each day as it Cleveland 10 16 .385 6½ Golden State 14 12 .538 6 a 32-25 lead into the half- afternoon (12) against in a row,” said Doyle. comes to us and continue Detroit 6 19 .240 10 Sacramento 12 12 .500 7 time break. Winthrop. “These are the days when to play solid basketball.” Friday’s Games Houston at New York, 8 p.m. Minnesota at Charlotte, 7 p.m. Brooklyn at Golden State, 8:30 p.m. New York at Washington, 7 p.m. Miami at Utah, 9 p.m. New Orleans at Dallas, 7:30 p.m. Sunday’s Games Lynn eld boys basketball falls to San Antonio at Atlanta, 7:30 p.m. Boston at Washington, 1 p.m. Detroit at Boston, 8 p.m. Minnesota at Toronto, 7 p.m. L.A. Clippers at Chicago, 8 p.m. New Orleans at Detroit, 7 p.m. Milwaukee at Utah, 9 p.m. San Antonio at Charlotte, 7 p.m. Oklahoma City at Denver, 9 p.m. Hamilton-Wenham in season nale Cleveland at Portland, 10 p.m. Portland at Dallas, 7:30 p.m. Memphis at L.A. Lakers, 10 p.m. Milwaukee at Oklahoma City, 8 p.m. LYNNFIELD strange, shortened season their best effort and they “We’re excited to get a Orlando at Sacramento, 10 p.m. Memphis at Sacramento, 9 p.m. From B1 — is in the books, Bako- play hard every night. I’m chance to keep playing Saturday’s Games Orlando at Phoenix, 9 p.m. polus couldn’t be happier very lucky to get to coach and go up against our Philadelphia at Phoenix, 3 p.m. Cleveland at L.A. Clippers, 10 p.m. with the way things shook a group of guys like this Indiana at Atlanta, 7:30 p.m. L.A. Lakers at Denver, 10 p.m. Hamilton-Wenham rival in a tournament out this season given the and I’ve really enjoyed it.” eventually stretched its game,” Bakopolus said. circumstances. Lynn eld wraps up “The guys have earned NHL lead out to 25 points in “I have nothing but the season at 4-6 and the third quarter and positive things to say now awaits its matchup their place in this tourna- East Division West Division held that lead the rest of about how this year has with rival North Read- ment with their play this GP W L OT Pts GF GA GP W L OT Pts GF GA the way. year and we’re going to go Boston 12 9 1 2 20 39 26 Vegas 11 8 2 1 17 37 27 gone,” said Bakopolus. ing in the upcoming CAL Phila 13 8 3 2 18 46 41 St. Louis 13 7 4 2 16 43 43 Now that his rst reg- “Our guys have come out tournament on Tuesday out there and give it our Wash 12 6 3 3 15 44 45 Colorado 11 7 3 1 15 38 24 ular season — albeit a every day and brought (TBD). best effort on Tuesday.” NYI 12 5 4 3 13 28 31 Anaheim 15 6 6 3 15 30 39 Pittsburgh 12 6 5 1 13 37 44 Arizona 12 6 5 1 13 34 33 NYR 12 4 5 3 11 31 33 Minnesota 11 6 5 0 12 30 30 NJ 9 4 3 2 10 23 26 San Jose 12 5 6 1 11 34 46 Buffalo 10 4 4 2 10 30 32 LA 13 4 6 3 11 40 44 Central Division North Division GP W L OT Pts GF GA Bruins take on Rangers Tampa Bay 12 9 2 1 19 44 25 GP W L OT Pts GF GA Florida 11 8 1 2 18 37 30 Toronto 14 11 2 1 23 52 36 Columbus 15 7 5 3 17 45 50 Montreal 14 8 4 2 18 50 38 Carolina 11 8 3 0 16 39 30 Edmonton 16 9 7 0 18 55 52 Chicago 15 6 5 4 16 44 47 Winnipeg 13 8 4 1 17 46 36 Dallas 11 5 3 3 13 37 30 Calgary 13 7 5 1 15 39 34 Nashville 14 6 8 0 12 34 48 Vancouver 17 6 11 0 12 51 66 Detroit 15 3 10 2 8 29 49 Ottawa 15 2 12 1 5 32 63

Friday’s Games Carolina at Dallas, 8 p.m. Boston at N.Y. Rangers, 7 p.m. Columbus at Chicago, 8 p.m. St. Louis at Arizona, 9 p.m. Detroit at Nashville, 8 p.m. Saturday’s Games St. Louis at Arizona, 8 p.m. Washington at Buffalo, ppd Calgary at Vancouver, 10 p.m. Ottawa at Winnipeg, 3 p.m. Minnesota at Los Angeles, ppd Vegas at San Jose, 4 p.m. Boston at N.Y. Islanders, 7 p.m. Sunday’s Games Montreal at Toronto, 7 p.m. Washington at Pittsburgh, 3 p.m. New Jersey at Philadelphia, ppd Philadelphia at N.Y. Rangers, ppd Tampa Bay at Florida, 7 p.m. Colorado at Vegas, 7 p.m.

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Feb. 13 men’s downhill over local hero 1923 — The New York Renais- Kjetil Andre Aamodt at the Win- sance, the first all-black pro bas- ter Olympics in Lillehammer, Nor- ketball team, is organized. Rens way. Moe won by .04 seconds, become one of the dominant the closest Alpine race in Olym- basketball team of the 1920s pic history. Norwegian speed and 1930s. skater Johann Olav Koss has a 1937 — Maribel Vinson wins world record-setting gold medal her ninth and final U.S. figure performance in the 5,000 skating singles championship. meters in 6 minutes, 34.96 sec- Robin Lee wins his third straight onds. men’s title. 1995 — Connecticut is voted 1937 — The NFL Redskins No. 1 in The Associated Press move from Boston to Washing- Top 25 and joins the school’s ton. PHOTO | ASSOCIATED PRESS women’s team at the top. It is 1948 — Dick Button, the Olym- Bruins’ Trent Frederic takes a shot on net against Rangers’ goalie Igor Shesterkin during pic gold medalist, beats Hans the first time teams from one Gerschwiler again to win the school were ranked No. 1 in the Boston’s game at New York Friday. men’s World Figure Skating men’s and women’s college bas- championship in Davos, Switzer- ketball polls. TV/RADIO land. 1999 — Steve Jaros rolls the 1954 — Furman’s Frank Selvey 13th televised 300 game in PBA scores 100 points in a 149-95 history en route to winning the Auto racing Fishing Chattanooga Open. 1:30 p.m...... ARCA Menards Series Racing ...... FS1 8 a.m...... AFTCO Bassmaster Elite ...... FS1 victory over Newberry. Selvey 5 p.m...... Xfinity: Beef. It’s What’s For Dinner. 300 ...... FS1 Golf breaks the record of 73 points, 2003 — Teresa Phillips Pro basketball 1 p.m...... PGA: Pebble Beach Pro-Am ...... Golf set by Temple’s Bill Mlkvy in becomes the first woman to 3 p.m...... Philadelphia at Phoenix ...... NBATV 3 p.m...... PGA: Pebble Beach Pro-Am ...... CBS 1951, with 41 field goals and coach a men’s Division I team, 8:30 p.m...... Brooklyn at Golden State ...... ABC Pro hockey 18 free throws. but her presence couldn’t stop Men’s college basketball 3 p.m...... Ottawa at Winnipeg ...... NHL Network 1973 — Frank Mahovlich of the Tennessee State from losing for 12 p.m...... Kansas St. at Oklahoma St...... ESPNU 7 p.m...... Boston at NY Islanders ...... NESN; WBZ-FM 98.5 Loyola Chicago at Drake ...... ESPN2 Montreal at Toronto NHL Network Montreal Canadiens scores his the 17th straight time, 71-56 at UConn at Xavier...... Fox Men’s college hockey 1,000th career point with an Austin Peay. 1 p.m...... Auburn at Kentucky ...... CBS 6 p.m...... New Hampshire at Northeastern ...... NESN Plus assist in a 7-6 loss to the Phila- 2015 — Ted Ligety wins the Vanderbilt at Mississippi St...... SEC Network Women’s college hockey delphia Flyers. giant slalom at world champion- 1:30 p.m...... Butler at Georgetown ...... CBSSN 3 p.m...... Boston College at Providence ...... NESN 1975 — Boston’s Bobby Orr ships held at Beaver Creek, 2 p.m...... Boston College at Syracuse ...... ACC Network Horse racing TCU at Texas ...... Longhorn Network 2:30 p.m...... America’s Day at the Races ...... FS2 gets an assist in the Boston Colo. Ligety defeats Austrian Bruins in a 3-1 loss to the Buf- Tennessee at LSU ...... ESPN Mixed martial arts rival Marcel Hirscher by 0.45 2:30 p.m...... Iowa at Michigan St...... Fox 8 p.m...... UFC 258 prelims ...... ESPN falo Sabres to become the first seconds, to attain his third 3 p.m...... Kansas at Iowa State...... ABC Motocross player in NHL history to reach straight world giant slalom title. 3:30 p.m...... Georgia at Alabama ...... SEC Network 7:30 p.m...... AMA Supercross: FIM World Championship ...... NBCSN 100 points in six consecutive 2018 — Chloe Kim saves the Saint Louis at Fordham ...... CBSSN Rodeo seasons. It’s the final 100-point 4 p.m...... Arkansas at Missouri ...... ESPN2 10 p.m...... PBR: Built Ford Tough Invitational (taped) ...... CBSSN best for last in winning women’s season of his career. Duke at N.C. State ...... ESPN Sailing halfpipe snowboarding event at 1977 — Julius Erving, playing in 5 p.m...... Northwestern at Rutgers ...... Big Ten Network 10:30 p.m...... Prada Cup final (taped) ...... NBCSN the Pyeongchang Games. The his first NBA All-Star Game, is Villanova at Creighton ...... Fox Skiing 6 p.m...... Gonzaga at San Francisco ...... ESPN2 2:30 p.m...... Alpine World Championships (tape) ...... NBC voted MVP, despite his East 17-year-old from Torrance, Cali- fornia, puts up a leading score Mississippi at South Carolina ...... SEC Network 4:30 p.m...... Alpine World Championships (tape) ...... NBCSN team losing 125-124. Erving North Carolina at Virginia ...... ESPN Men’s soccer of 93.75 on the first of her scores 30 points and grabs 12 Rice at Western Ky...... CBSSN 7:25 a.m...... Premier: Liverpool at Leicester City ...... NBCSN rebounds. three finals runs, and then bet- 8 p.m...... Providence at DePaul ...... FS1 10 a.m...... Premier: Burnley at Crystal Palace ...... NBCSN 1990 — Bryan Trottier of the ters it with a near-perfect 98.75 Saint Mary’s at Pepperdine ...... CBSSN 12:30 p.m...... Premier: Tottenham at Manchester City ...... NBC New York Islanders becomes the on her final run. Kim, with the USC at Washington St...... ESPNU Speedskating 10 p.m...... Colorado at California ...... ESPNU 6 p.m...... World championships (tape) ...... NBCSN 15th player in NHL history to gold already well in hand, UNLV at Boise St...... FS1 Tennis becomes the first woman to reach the 500-goal mark, scor- Women’s college basketball 7 p.m...... Australian Open ...... Tennis ing in the second period of a 4-2 land back-to-back 1080s, con- 12 p.m...... Michigan St. at Penn State ...... Big Ten Network 9 p.m...... Australian Open ...... ESPN2 loss to the Calgary Flames. firming her dominance in the Boxing Track and field 1994 — Tommy Moe wins the sport. 10 p.m...... Smith Jr. vs. Beterbiev (light heavyweights) ...... ESPN 4 p.m...... New Balance Indoor Grand Prix ...... NBC SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 13, 2021 THE DAILY ITEM B3 NATION Trump lawyers decry his trial, say Democrats cry ‘ ght’ too

By Eric Tucker, Lisa Trump’s monthslong, ef- Mascaro and Mary forts to undermine the Clare Jalonick election results and his ASSOCIATED PRESS exhortations to followers to do the same. Demo- WASHINGTON — Law- crats say that long cam- yers for Donald Trump paign, rooted in a “big lie,” opened his impeachment laid the groundwork for defense Friday by accus- the mob that assembled ing Democrats of waging outside the Capitol and PHOTO | ASSOCIATED PRESS a campaign of “hatred” against the former pres- stormed inside. Five peo- A masked worker cleans a street in the China- ident and manipulating ple died. town district in San Francisco. his words in the lead-up Without Trump, who in a to the deadly siege of the speech at a rally preceding U.S. Capitol. Their presen- the violence told support- ers to “ ght like hell,” the Attacks on older tation included a blizzard PHOTO | ASSOCIATED PRESS violence would never have of their own selectively ed- From left, David Schoen, Bruce Castor and Michael ited ery comments from happened, Democrats say. van der Veen, lawyers for former President Donald Democrats. “And so they came, Asians stoke In hours of arguments, Trump, arrive at the Capitol on the third day of the draped in Trump’s ag, the Trump legal team second impeachment trial of Trump in the Senate. and used our ag, the characterized the impeach- The Trump defense team Democrats’ own words de- American ag, to batter fear as Lunar ment case as a politically left out that what Trump ected from the central and to bludgeon,” Rep. motivated “witch hunt” — was doing in telling his question of the trial — Madeleine Dean, one of an outgrowth, they said, supporters to “ ght like whether Trump incited the the impeachment manag- of years of efforts to drive hell” was to undermine assault on the Capitol — ers, said Thursday as she New Year begins him from of ce — and they an election that the states and instead aimed to place choked back emotion.” sought to reduce the case and Congress declared impeachment managers Trump’s defenders told senators that Trump was had assaulted a couple on to Trump’s use of a single was free and fair, basing and Trump adversaries on By Daisy Nguyen entitled to dispute the ASSOCIATED PRESS the same block later that word, “ ght,” in a speech his exhortations on false the defensive. 2020 election results and day and another on Feb. 1. preceding the Jan. 6 riot. attacks on the integrity of After a two-day effort that his doing so did not OAKLAND, Calif. — Po- In just the last two They played dozens of voting systems. Instead, by Democrats to sync up amount to inciting the lice are stepping up their weeks, authorities record- clips showing Democrats, they said, he was simply Trump’s words to the vi- violence. They sought to patrols and volunteers ed 18 crimes against Asian some of them senators now telling his supporters to olence that followed, in- turn the tables on pros- are increasing their street Americans around Oak- serving as jurors, using the press Congress for re- cluding through raw and ecutors by likening the presence after several land’s Chinatown, said same word to energize sup- forms to the election pro- emotive video footage, Democrats’ questioning of violent attacks on older Nancy O’Malley, district at- porters in speeches railing cess — something he was defense lawyers suggest- the legitimacy of Trump’s Asians stoked fear in San torney for Alameda County. against Trump. entitled to do. ed that Democrats have Francisco Bay Area Chi- 2016 win to his challenge Community advocates “You didn’t do anything The case is speeding typically engaged in the natowns and subdued the of his election loss. When said the attacks have wrong” in using the word, toward a conclusion and same overheated rhetoric celebratory mood leading Trump attorney David near-certain acquittal, per- as Trump. Trump implored support- left many older Asians up to Lunar New Year. Schoen told the senators. haps as soon as Saturday. But in trying to draw ers to “ ght like hell” on fearful about going out City of cials also have “But, please, stop the hy- The defense arguments that equivalency, the Jan. 6, he was speaking to shop for Friday’s start visited Chinatowns in pocrisy.” and the quick pivot to the defenders minimized guratively, they said. of the Lunar New Year, San Francisco and Oak- the most important holi- land this week to address residents’ safety concerns day in several East Asian and condemn the violence. countries that marks the White House aide suspended They vowed to combat a beginning of the Chinese problem that has been lunar calendar. Shops and simmering since the start restaurants are typically of the coronavirus pan- bustling in Chinatowns for threatening reporter demic but sparked new this time of year, but the pandemic and safety con- outrage after two un- reportedly issued a sexist day that Ducklo’s conduct in question “a personal cerns have dampened the By Alexandra Jaffe provoked attacks were ASSOCIATED PRESS and profane threat to a was “completely unaccept- note professing his pro- caught on video within a festive atmosphere. journalist seeking to cover able.” Psaki said while she found regret.” span of days and spread “There’s a huge amount WASHINGTON — of sadness and rage in the his relationship with an- had not spoken about the Ducklo’s personal life widely online. White House deputy press incident with President came under scrutiny ear- community,” said Alvina other reporter. In one, a young man secretary T.J. Ducklo has Joe Biden, Ducklo and lier this week when Po- shoved Vicha Ratanapak- Wong, director of the Asian been suspended for a White House press sec- Paci c Environmental Net- aides “at the highest lev- litico reported on his re- dee to the ground on Jan. week without pay after he retary Jen Psaki said Fri- els” of the White House’s lationship with a reporter 28 as he was taking his work. “Folks are on edge communications team had for the news outlet Axios morning walk in San Fran- and tense and don’t know apologized for the inci- who was assigned to cov- cisco’s Anza Vista neigh- when the next thing is go- dent. er the Biden campaign borhood. The 84-year-old ing to happen. They see “No one wants anyone to and its transition. Before Thai man’s head struck what’s happening in other the pavement, and he died cities, and it’s not stopping.” feel uncomfortable, to be Politico broke the story two days later in a hospi- The recent attacks rep- put in an uncomfortable Tuesday, People Magazine tal. Prosecutors charged a resent the latest spike position,” Psaki said. published a glowing pro- 19-year-old with murder in verbal and physical Psaki said in a state- le of the relationship. It and elder abuse. attacks against Asian ment earlier Friday that was the rst time either On Jan. 31, a security Americans since the coro- Ducklo had been sus- one had publicly acknowl- camera caught a man in navirus, which emerged in pended without pay with edged the relationship. a hooded sweatshirt bar- China, reached the United the approval of White On Friday, Vanity Fair reling into a 91-year-old States. Stop AAPI Hate, House chief of staff Ron published a report citing Asian man in Oakland’s launched by two advocacy Klain. She said Ducklo two unnamed sources that PHOTO | ASSOCIATED PRESS Chinatown, causing him to groups to encourage Asian “is the rst to acknowl- Ducklo had threatened fall face- rst into the pave- Americans to report such White House deputy press secretary TJ edge this is not the stan- the Politico reporter to ment, narrowly missing a incidents, has document- Ducklo listens as press secretary Jen Psaki dard of behavior set out” try to suppress the story, bike rack. Police arrested ed more than 3,000 at- speaks during a press briefing at the White by Biden, and that Duck- telling her “I will destroy the suspect and said he tacks to date. House in Washington. lo had sent the reporter you.” Investigating Trump a big early move for Atlanta’s new DA

By Kate Brumback former district attorney ligence. She is a bulldog on standardized exams. seeking to ofoad a pair of ee arrest for drunken and Russ Bynum in neighboring DeKalb when she thinks she’s on Pate, who defended one cases against Atlanta po- driving. ASSOCIATED PRESS County. Constituents in the right side.” of the accused educa- lice. One involves of cers Willis last month asked heavily Democratic Atlan- Willis worked 17 years tors, said Howard bun- charged with dragging Georgia Attorney General ATLANTA — The dis- ta would demand an ag- as an assistant district at- gled the case and should two Black college students Chris Carr to reassign the trict attorney investi- gressive prosecution. The torney under Paul Howard, have lost. But Willis and from a car during May cases to an outside prosecu- gating whether former Republican ex-president who was Georgia’s rst her co-counsel, he said, protests over racial injus- tor, arguing that her prede- President Donald Trump would likely unleash an Black DA when he took “pieced that thing togeth- tice. The other deals with cessor had acted improperly should face charges for army of lawyers to defend of ce in 1997. Before chal- er, worked day and night two of cers charged in the in the cases, including polit- attempting to pressure him. And news coverage lenging Howard for his job to make it what it was.” July 12 shooting death of icizing them during his re- Georgia’s elections chief would scrutinize every in 2020, Willis spent short The new district attor- Rayshard Brooks, a Black election campaign. Carr de- into changing the results step, or misstep. stints as a criminal defense ney has come under re for man killed as he tried to clined to transfer the cases. of the presidential race in “Nobody should be con- lawyer and a municipal his favor has a reputation fused about the fact that court judge. as a tough courtroom vet- you’re going into a whirl- Running an aggressive eran, not only as a prose- wind,” James said. “If this campaign in which she ac- cutor but also as a defense is what she chooses to do cused Howard of misman- lawyer and judge. based on the facts and the agement, Willis trounced Fulton County District At- evidence, from what I know him in an August runoff torney Fani Willis, who was about her as a prosecutor, election for the Democrat- sworn in last month after she’s smart enough and ic nomination, winning winning a resounding 2020 tough enough to handle it.” nearly 72 percent of the election victory over her In her rst weeks on vote. With no Republi- former boss, entered the na- the job, Willis has already can on the ballot, Willis tional spotlight Wednesday faced criticism for trying cruised to victory in No- when letters to top state of- to hand off two high-pro- vember. cials revealed her of ce is le cases against police In her most high-pro le investigating whether ille- of cers, including a fatal case under Howard, Willis gal attempts were made to shooting. But fellow law- served as the lead pros- inuence the state’s 2020 yers who have faced her ecutor bringing charges elections. That includes the in court say she’s a skilled against nearly three dozen Jan. 2 phone call in which litigator who isn’t afraid of Atlanta public school edu- Trump was recorded asking tough cases. cators accused in a cheat- Georgia’s secretary of state “She is a hard-charging, ing scandal. In April 2015, to overturn his defeat. tough trial lawyer,” At- after an unwieldy trial Prosecuting Trump lanta defense attorney that spanned months, a would likely prove a ca- Page Pate said. “I would jury convicted 11 former FILE PHOTO | ASSOCIATED PRESS reer-de ning move for never question her ethics. educators of racketeering Willis — and one fraught I would never question for their role in a scheme Fulton senior Assistant DA Fani Willis questions retired Atlanta Pub- with risk, said Atlanta her diligence or her intel- to inate students’ scores lic Schools principal Tony Overstreet in the Atlanta Public Schools attorney Robert James, a test-cheating trial, in Atlanta. B4 THE DAILY ITEM SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 13, 2021 COMICS

OFF THE MARK / MARK PARISI MODERATELY CONFUSED / JEFF STAHLER DILBERT / SCOTT ADAMS

ROSE IS ROSE / PAT BRADY

GARFIELD / JIM DAVIS BIG NATE / LINCOLN PEIRCE

ARLO AND JANIS / JIMMY JOHNSON

HERMAN / JIM UNGER ZIGGY / TOM WILSON

THE BORN LOSER / ART AND CHIP SANSOM

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All the basics and a few extras One book that arrived too late for undiscussed). Normally 10 high- the holiday season was “Barbara’s card points would justify a stronger Bridge Tips” by Barbara Seagram sequence than a single raise. How- (Master Point Press). ever, this hand has nine losers (two This is an excellent book for some- spades, three hearts, two diamonds one who has in theory learned the and two clubs) and the awful 4-3- basics but would like a thorough 3-3 distribution. So it is not worth review from soup to nuts. It covers a game-invitational sequence. But bidding, declarer-play and defense: if partner were to make a game-try all of the basics and a few more so- over two spades, responder should phisticated techniques like how and accept. when to send a suit-preference sig- The heart four looks discourag- nal. Each of the three sections ends ingly low. But where is the two? If with a 10-question quiz. South has it, East must have begun I was amused by how many varia- with the singleton four, or doubleton tions of Barbara’s deals I use in my queen-four. (With Q-J-4, he would classes. have signaled with the queen: top In this one from the book, look of touching honors when you cannot at only the North and West hands. win the trick.) Against four spades, you lead the So, cash the heart king. When East heart ace: three, four, seven. How plays the two, give partner a heart would you continue? ruff. Then, later, the club king will be The bidding is interesting (and the setting trick. 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Pepsi Wild Cherry, which is being market- She learns she encompasses several of (6:00) ›› “Divergent” (2014, Science Fic- ››‡ The Divergent Series: Insurgent (2015, Science ›‡ The Divergent Series: Allegiant (2016) the qualities, thus making her a Divergent ed for younger consumers. Contestants AMC tion) Shailene Woodley, Theo James. Fiction) Shailene Woodley, Theo James. Shailene Woodley, Theo James. — and a danger to her society’s rulers, or must make their way through two rounds (4:08) ›››‡ “The Green Mile” ›› Next Friday (2000, Comedy) Ice Cube, ›‡ Friday After Next (2002, ›‡ Friday After Next (2002, so they perceive it. Along with an enig- of pop-culture trivia in a bid to win a BRAVO (1999) Tom Hanks. ‘R’ Mike Epps, Justin Pierce. ‘R’ Comedy) Ice Cube. ‘R’ Comedy) Ice Cube. ‘R’ matic mentor (Theo James), she goes on $250,000 jackpot. At the end of each Alaskan Bush Alaskan Bush Alaskan Bush People Alaskan Bush Alaskan Bush Alaskan Bush Alaskan DISC the run. 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(N) American Idol ESPN2 Sweat Sweat Movie: Death Saved My Life After last season’s competition was “Prin- ›››› Beauty and the Beast (1991) ›››‡ Brave (2012, Children’s) Voices of Kelly Mac- ›››‡ The Hunchback of Notre Based solely on appearances, success- forced to “go remote” because of the FREE cess” Voices of Paige O’Hara, Robby Benson. donald, Billy Connolly, Emma Thompson. Dame (1996, Children’s) ful marketing executive Jade (Meagan COVID-19 pandemic, Season 19 of this (6:00) ››‡ “Bad ››› Girls Trip (2017) Regina Hall. Girlfriends get wild ››› Girls Trip (2017) Regina Hall. Girlfriends get wild Bad Good) seems to have it all, since her life music competition (its fourth on ABC) FX Moms” (2016) at the Essence Festival in New Orleans. at the Essence Festival in New Orleans. Moms also includes a handsome and respected resumes live coverage, with judges Katy (6:10) ›››‡ ››‡ The Book of Eli (2010, Adventure) The Lady and the Painting, ›› Don’t Let Go (2019, Sus- Up in the husband who shares her devotion to their Perry, Lionel Richie and Luke Bryan. Ryan HBO “Dunkirk” (2017) Denzel Washington. ‘R’ Dale John pense) David Oyelowo. ‘R’ Air ‘R’ young daughter. Behind closed doors, (6:44) The Pacific The Pacific Sledge The Pacific The Pacific Leckie is Pearl Harbor: Survi- The Pacific Sledge The Seacrest also returns as host, as does in- HIST however, the truth is far less idyllic. Hus- house mentor Bobby Bones. Producers trains for combat. evacuated. vors Remember trains for combat. Pacific band Ed (Chiké Okonkwo) is controlling (6:00) “All My Hus- Death Saved My Life (2021, Suspense) Tempted by Danger (2020, Suspense) Death Saved My Life (2021, began virtual auditions for prospective LIFE and both physically and mentally abu- contestants last August via custom- built band’s Wives” Meagan Good, Chiké Okonkwo. Keshia Knight Pulliam, Gabrielle Graham. Suspense) Meagan Good. sive. Jade decides she’s had enough, but ›››‡ Ghost (1990, Fantasy) Patrick Swayze, Demi Moore. A ›››‡ Ghost (1990, Fantasy) Patrick Swayze, Demi Moore. A ›››‡ Zoom technology. Candidates who made MTV murder victim returns to save his beloved fiancee. murder victim returns to save his beloved fiancee. Ghost when she moves to leave, Ed threatens to it past that stage performed for the so- College Pure American Ninja American Ninja United Fight Alli- World Poker Tour: World Poker Tour: Poker kill her — and, she discovers, he’s hired cially distanced judges in a limited num- NBCSB someone to do the job. La’Myia Good Hockey Outdoor Warrior Warrior ance (N) Season 16 (N) Season 10 ber of audition cities. NHL Hockey Boston Bruins at New York Islanders. Bruins Bruins NESN NESN Dirty NHL Hockey Boston Bruins at also stars in this 2021 thriller. NESN 11:29 p.m. 8:30 p.m. NYCB LIVE: Nassau Coliseum. (N) Overtime Sports Sports Water TV New York Islanders. FOX (6:00) The Loud Are You Afraid of Young Young Friends Friends Friends Friends Friends Friends Friends NBC NICK Saturday Night Live The Great North House the Dark?: Curse Sheldon Sheldon After a January sneak preview, this sitcom (6:50) ›› “Lethal Weapon 4” (1998, Ac- ››‡ The Rental (2020, Horror) ›››› The Silence of the Lambs (1991, Your Honor “Part Oscar, Golden Globe and Emmy Award SHOW tion) Mel Gibson, Danny Glover. ‘R’ Dan Stevens. ‘R’ Suspense) Jodie Foster. ‘R’ Nine” winner Regina King (“Watchmen”) adds from Loren Bouchard, the Emmywinning (6:09) ›››‡ “Little Women” ›‡ Miss Bala (2019, Action) ››‡ Zombieland: Double Tap (2019, ›› Blade: Trinity (2004, Horror) another career achievement to her cred- producer of “Bob’s Burgers,” makes its of- STARZ cial series debut. The comedy follows the (2019, Drama) ‘PG’ Gina Rodriguez. ‘PG-13’ Comedy) Woody Harrelson. ‘R’ Wesley Snipes. ‘R’ its by hosting this venerable late-night (6:00) ›› “G.I. Joe: Retalia- ››› Twister (1996) Helen Hunt. Storm chasers race Futurama Futurama Futurama “A Clock- Purga- comedy series for the rst time. The gig adventures of the Tobin family, an Alaska SYFY tion” (2013) Dwayne Johnson. to test a new tornado-monitoring device. work Origin” tony clan headed by patriarch and single dad will mark a return to comedy for King, (5:45) ››› “Captain America: Civil War” Big Bang Big Bang Big Bang Big Bang Fast Full Go-Big Show “The Wipeout who got her start 35 years ago as a teen- Beef Tobin (voice of Nick Offerman), who TBS (2016, Action) Chris Evans. Theory Theory Theory Theory Foodies Frontal Last Chance” ager on the sitcom “227.” Also making his struggles to keep his weird assortment ›››‡ Avengers: Endgame (2019, Action) Robert Downey Jr., Chris Evans, Mark Ruf- ››‡ The Lost World: Jurassic Park (1997, Adven- “SNL” debut as the night’s featured mu- of kids close by his side, especially after TNT falo. 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Center 5 ter 5 O’Brien “Snowy Search” (N) An emotional plea will help you get your way. Bring about the changes you want by WBTS Weakest Link The Wall KD and CJ Grand Ole Opry: 95 Years of Country News NBC 10 Access Hollywood Ninja doing the work yourself and taking credit for what you accomplish. Your ef ciency * NBC take on the wall. Music (N) at 11 Sports Warrior will attract praise. WFXT Cherries Bless the Simpsons Great Bob’s Family Boston 25 News at Boston Hot Top- Joel Van Sus- Boston 9 FOX Wild (N) Harts (N) North Burgers Guy (N) 10PM (N) News ics Osteen teren News ARIES (March 21-April 19) WUTF (6:00) ›‡ “Gone in Sixty Sec- ››‡ Jack Reacher (2012, Acción) Tom Cruise, Rosa- ›› Hostage (2005, Acción) Bruce Willis, Mita y = UMA onds” (2000, Acción) mund Pike, Robert Duvall. Kevin Pollak, Ben Foster. mita Get involved in something that interests you. The people you connect with will offer WSBK Castle “The Squab NCIS “Lost Time” NCIS “Toil and Two and Two and Big Bang Big Bang Imp. Jok- Imp. Jok- Bloodline support and favors that lead to a dream position. Someone close to you will make F MNT and the Quail” Trouble” Half Men Half Men Theory Theory ers ers Dete an unexpected commitment. WGBX (6:00) Jazz Love Me as I Am American Experi- American Masters “Maya Angelou” Author Miss Scarlet and the All Crea- L PBS ence and activist Maya Angelou. Duke tures TAURUS (April 20-May 20) WWJE Cruise Ship Killers Cruise Ship Killers Cruise Ship Killers How (Not) to Kill How (Not) to Kill Bizarre Bizarre Bizarre R JN “SALLY” “GORDON” “SANDRA” Your Husband Your Husband Murders Murders Murders Bide your time. Do something creative or unusual that will keep you busy and your WLVI Modern Modern Batwoman “Fair Charmed “Triage” (N) 7 News at 10PM on Wipeout “Screw You, Monk Pawn mind off something that upsets you. A moderate lifestyle will help you avoid a loss, X CW Family Family Skin, Blue Eyes” CW56 (N) Banana” Stars argument or health problem. WNUE Exatlón Estados Unidos (N) › 12 Rounds (2009, Acción) John Cena, Enfoque TYM Decisio- Decisiones Extremas ¨ TELE Aidan Gillen, Ashley Scott. Nueva Zona nes “Mala Jugada” GEMINI (May 21-June 20) WABU Blue Bloods “The Blue Bloods “Glass Blue Bloods “Higher Blue Bloods Blue Bloods “Grave Blue Bloods “Bones Blue ¥ ION Price You Pay” Houses” Standards” Errors” to Pick” Bloods You’ll come up with a great plan that can help you excel. Iron out all the details, CABLE STATIONS (6:00) ›› “Taken 2” ›››‡ American Sniper (2014, War) Bradley Cooper. Navy SEAL ›› Walking Tall (2004, Action) The Rock, American then prepare to present what you have to offer. Don’t exaggerate or allow others A&E the opportunity to steal your thunder. (2012, Action) Chris Kyle logs an incredible number of kills. Johnny Knoxville. 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By Stephen Wade demeaning comments, withdrew his candidacy at ASSOCIATED PRESS and what drove his ouster. the board meeting and told Women are largely absent Muto to make it public. TOKYO — Yoshiro Mori in the boardroom and in “He (Kawabuchi) is not resigned as the president top politics in Japan, and thinking of becoming pres- of the Tokyo Olympic or- Muto acknowledged that ident, even if he is asked ganizing committee on the organizing commit- he will decline,” Muto said. Friday after sexist com- tee has too few women in Mori’s departure comes ments made last week leadership roles, and no after more than a week of in which he said women women at the vice presi- non-stop criticism about “talk too much.” dent level. his remarks earlier this The resignation of the “For myself in select- month. He initially apolo- former Japanese prime ing the president, I don’t gized but refused to step minister at an executive think we need to discuss away, which was followed PHOTO | ASSOCIATED PRESS board meeting has left or debate gender,” Muto by relentless pressure a mess in its wake. And Demonstrators in traditional dance costumes display an upside-down said. “We simply need to from television commen- it comes just over five choose the right person.” tators, sponsors and an begging-bowl, a form of protest symbolizing the refusal of charity from months before the post- the military government, during a protest against the military coup in The front runner is prob- online petition that drew poned Olympics are to ably Seiko Hashimoto, Mandalay, Myanmar. 150,000 signatures. open in the middle of a the current government “As of today I will resign pandemic with public sen- Olympic minister who was from the president’s posi- timent overwhelmingly also a bronze medalist in tion,” Mori said to open an Myanmar coup leader: ‘Join against the games. The speedskating in the 1992 executive board and coun- pandemic is one reason, Albertville Games. She cil meeting. and the soaring costs are fits all the bills — female, Mori was appointed in hands’ with army for democracy the other. a former Olympian, and 2014, just months after The executive board did she’s been around the or- Tokyo won the bid to host ASSOCIATED PRESS other inmates’ sentences. and Mandalay — have not immediately choose a ganizing committee. the Olympics. Min Aung Hlaing’s Feb. drawn people from all successor for Mori, which YANGON, Myanmar — Any pick will be tricky. “My inappropriate com- 1 coup ousted the civilian walks of life, despite an of- CEO Toshiro Muto said On Thursday, 84-year- ments have caused a lot of Myanmar’s coup leader government of Nobel lau- ficial ban on gatherings of would come “as soon as old Saburo Kawabuchi, chaos,” he said, repeating used the country’s Union reate Aung San Suu Kyi more than five people. Fac- possible” and will be made the former head of the several times he had re- Day holiday on Friday and prevented recently tory workers and civil ser- by a review committee. governing body of Japa- gret over the remarks, but to call on people to work elected lawmakers from vants, students and teach- He called it a “single-dig- nese soccer, gave inter- also said he had “no inten- it body” made up equally with the military if they opening a new session of ers, medical personnel views and said he had tion of neglecting women.” of men and women, and talked with the 83-year- “As long as I remain in want democracy, a request Parliament. It reversed and people from LGBTQ he repeatedly declined to old Mori and was likely to this position, it causes trou- likely to be met with deri- nearly a decade of prog- communities, Buddhist sion by protesters who are give a specific time frame. be his successor. ble,” he told the board. “If ress toward democracy monks and Catholic clergy Muto also declined to That news — that anoth- that is the case, it will ruin pushing for the release following 50 years of mil- have all come out in force. say if Mori’s replacement er elderly man was taking everything we’ve built up.” from detention of their itary rule and has led to Thousands of protest- would be a woman. Gen- over — exploded Friday Muto was asked repeat- country’s elected leaders. widespread protests in cit- ers, including Myanmar der inequality in Japan is morning on national tele- edly if Mori would have a “I would seriously urge ies around the country. celebrities, demonstrated exactly the issue that was vision and social media. A behind the scenes role as an the entire nation to join The military has said it outside the Chinese Em- raised last week by Mori’s few hours later, Kawabuchi advisor, which seems logical. hands with the Tatmadaw was forced to step in be- bassy in Yangon on Friday for the successful realiza- cause Suu Kyi’s govern- to criticize what they said tion of democracy,” Senior ment failed to properly was Beijing’s failure to General Min Aung Hlaing investigate allegations of condemn the coup. said using the local term fraud in November elec- Many of the protesters for the military. “Histori- tions, though the election were students from local cal lessons have taught us commission has said there international schools and that only national unity is no evidence to support universities, and they held can ensure the non-disin- those claims. signs that read “We don’t tegration of the Union and The U.N.’s top human want dictatorship,” “Stop the perpetuation of sover- rights body opened an helping the military coup” eignty,” he added. urgent session on Friday and “Free our leader.” In addition to the mil- to discuss the coup, while “The students and the itary commander’s mes- on Thursday the U.S. an- people are about to face sage published Friday in nounced fresh sanctions bloodshed,” protester the Global New Light of targeting Myanmar’s top Phyo Yadana Aung said. Myanmar newspaper, the military officials. She accused state-run me- new junta also announced Recent rallies against dia of spreading “misin- PHOTO | ASSOCIATED PRESS it would mark Union Day the coup — now daily oc- formation” about the pro- Olympic mascot “Miraitowa,” left, and Paralympic mascot “Someity,” by releasing thousands of currences in Myanmar’s tests. “We cannot let this right, and Tokyo Olympic Organizing Committee President Yoshiro prisoners and reducing two largest cities, Yangon happen.” Mori attend at stage during their debut event in Tokyo. CLASSIFIED

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GENEVA (AP) — The concluded there was no head of the World Health large cluster of the disease Organization said Friday in Wuhan or elsewhere that the drop in con rmed around the city in the COVID-19 infections months prior to the rst around the world was en- cases in December 2019. couraging, but cautioned But he added that scien- against relaxing restric- tists are still “far away tions that have helped from understanding the curb the spread of the origin and identifying an- coronavirus. imal species and, or the Tedros Adhanom Ghe- pathways from which the breyesus said the number virus could have entered of reported infections glob- the human in December.” ally has declined for the Tedros, the WHO’s di- fourth week in a row, and rector-general, said that the number of deaths also PHOTO | ASSOCIATED PRESS the Geneva-based body fell for the second consecu- A medical worker attends to a COVID-19 pa- had this week held its tive week. tient at a hospital overrun by the covid pan- rst meeting to help de- “These declines appear demic in Cheb, Czech Republic. ne and diagnose what he to be due to countries im- called post-COVID condi- plementing public health con rmed cases were reg- that the virus leaked from tion, also known as long measures more strin- istered worldwide, down a Chinese lab was unlike- COVID. gently,” Tedros said. “We from more than 3.2 mil- ly. “This illness affects pa- should all be encouraged, lion the previous week. Peter Ben Embarek, the tients with both severe but complacency is as dan- Tedros said members leader of the WHO mis- and mild COVID-19,” he PHOTO | ASSOCIATED PRESS gerous as the virus itself.” of a WHO expert mis- sion, said Friday the labs said. “Part of the challenge A woman hangs a piece of children’s clothing “Now is not the time for sion who recently visit- in Wuhan that his team is that patients with long on a line during a solidarity event for Mawda any country to relax mea- ed China to investigate visited stated they had not COVID can have a range Shawri at the courthouse in Brussels. sures or for any individual the possible source of the been working with the vi- of different symptoms that to let down their guard,” outbreak would publish a rus that causes COVID-19, can be persistent or can he added. “Every life that summary of their ndings or had it in their collec- come and go.” is lost now is all the more next week. tions before the outbreak. “Given the scale of the Policeman gets tragic as vaccines are be- Chinese scientists and But he said it was possi- pandemic, we expect many ginning to be rolled out.” the WHO’s team of inter- ble the virus could still be people to be affected by While the gures re- national researchers said present in samples that post COVID-19 condition,” suspended jail ported by countries to the this week that the coro- haven’t yet been analyzed. said Tedros. “Of course, WHO for the week ending navirus most likely rst He said the team had the best way to prevent Feb. 8 are still incomplete, appeared in humans after gained a much better in- long COVID is to prevent term over migrant the global body said so far jumping from an animal, sight into the early stag- COVID-19 in the rst about 1.9 million newly and an alternate theory es of the outbreak and place.” child death UN: Over 2 million Yemeni BRUSSELS (AP) — A said he tried to puncture Belgian court handed a the vehicle’s left front one-year suspended pris- tire and force it to come on sentence to a police to a stop. In all, 30 peo- children may starve in 2021 officer on Friday over the ple were in the van in- shooting death of a two- cluding Mawda’s brother By Noha Elhennawy gling to survive,” said year-old toddler who was and parents. ASSOCIATED PRESS David Beasley, executive in a van during a high- The police officer said director of the World Food speed chase of suspected he fired his weapon after CAIRO — More than 2 Program, which jointly is- migrant smugglers. the van swerved in the million Yemeni children sued the report with the The court in the south- direction of the police under the age of 5 are Food and Agriculture Or- ern Belgian city of Mons car. The court said using expected to endure acute ganization, UNICEF and ruled that the police of- a gun to puncture a tire malnutrition in 2021, four the World Health Organi- ficer’s version of an ac- was a disproportionate United Nations agen- zation. cidental shooting was use of force that put the cies said Friday, urging “The crisis in Yemen credible but also found van’s passengers, as well stakeholders to end the is a toxic mix of conict, that he had a share of as other road users, in yearslong conict that economic collapse and a responsibility for the danger. has brought the Arab child’s death. Mawda’s death has be- severe shortage of fund- world’s poorest country to According to local me- come a symbol for many ing,” Beasley explained. the brink of famine. dia, the van’s driver was Belgians of the injustice In 2020, humanitarian The UN report warned sentenced to four years that confronts migrants programs in Yemen re- that nearly one in six of in prison while another and refugees fleeing ceived only $1.9 billion of FILE PHOTO | ASSOCIATED PRESS those kids — 400,000 of alleged smuggler was ac- their homelands to seek the 2.3 million — are at the required $3.4 billion, A medic checks a malnourished newborn baby quitted. The smugglers a better life in Europe. risk of death due to se- the report said. inside an incubator at Al-Sabeen hospital in Sa- were trying to reach On Friday, demonstra- vere acute malnutrition UNICEF estimates that naa, Yemen. Britain during the pur- tors gathered outside the this year, a signi cant virtually all of Yemen’s 12 suit. courthouse to support increase from last year’s million children require tion launched a sweep- zation. That move has In May 2018, police Mawda’s family. estimates. The report also some sort of assistance. ing military intervention been hailed by aid groups wanted to check on a Earlier Friday, migra- said a lack of funds was This can include food aid, months later to restore working in Yemen, who suspicious van making tion minister Sammy hampering humanitarian health services, clean wa- the UN-backed govern- feared the designation its way through Belgium Mahdi told local broad- programs in Yemen, as do- ter, schooling and cash ment. Despite relentless would disrupt the ow of and gave chase when caster RTBF that Maw- nor nations have failed to grants to help the poorest Saudi airstrikes and a food, fuel and other goods the driver tried to evade da’s parents have been make good on their com- families scrape by. blockade of Yemen, the barely keeping Yemenis them. Police shot at the granted permission to mitments. “But there is a solution war has ground to a stale- alive. van during the chase, remain in Belgium in- to hunger, and that’s food mate. Compounding the cri- “Malnourished children striking two-year-old definitely and would no and an end to the vio- Last week, President sis, around 1.2 million are more vulnerable to Kurd Mawda Shawri in longer need to annually lence,” Beasley said. Joe Biden announced that pregnant or breastfeeding diseases ... It is a vicious the head. She later died renew a temporary resi- women in Yemen are also Yemenis have suffered the U.S. will no longer of her injuries. dence permit. and often deadly cycle, projected to be acutely six years of bloodshed, de- support the Saudi-led coa- Belgian authorities Among those who sup- malnourished this year. struction and humanitar- lition. But reaching peace but with relatively cheap said pursuing officers ported the “Justice For “These numbers are ian catastrophe. In 2014, will be a dif cult path. and simple interventions, shot at the car to try and Mawda” campaign on so- yet another cry for help the Iran-allied Houthi Biden also reversed the many lives can be saved,” stop it and had no in- cial media are musicians from Yemen, where each rebels seized the capital Trump administration’s said WHO Director-Gen- tention of targeting the Peter Gabriel and Roger malnourished child also and much of the country’s designation of the Houth- eral Tedros Adhanom people inside. The police Waters and British di- means a family strug- north. A Saudi-led coali- is as a terrorist organi- Ghebreyesus. officer who took the shot rector Ken Loach. French government to Local news on your doorstep tackle child abuse issue By Sylvie Corbet an adult as rape and ex- “This is important in itself, ASSOCIATED PRESS pand the statute of limita- it is important as a symbol, tions to make it easier to as a message to the society,” PARIS — France has a prosecute sexual predators. Taquet said. “But there are “deeply rooted” societal The proposed measures fol- so many other things we problem with child sexual low a series of high-pro le have to improve.” abuse, the French of cial cases in France that high- Changes are going “to take responsible for children and lighted legal obstacles to some time” because prob- families acknowledged Fri- prosecuting alleged child lems are “so deeply rooted day while discussing new government plans to ad- rapists. in our society,” he said. dress it with tougher laws “If you have 5 victims of Authorities register about and heightened vigilance in a perpetrator and only the 25,000 legal complaints schools. last crime can be prose- each year about sexual Speaking in an interview cuted due to the statute of abuse of children, but the with The Associated Press, limitations, tomorrow the actual number of cases Adrien Taquet, a secre- four previous victims will could be up to 10 times high- Home delivery starts at only $4.50 per week. tary of state in the French also be able to bring their er, Taquet said. 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NEWS verse job opportunities, group are looking at Tex- “Forty-seven percent of good weather — there are as. the folks said their work- With more than a half many reasons people con- “Many behind that are force will be on site either million people a year mov- most or part of the time ing to Texas, the Lone Star tinue coming to Texas,” saying they are looking to State ranks as one of the Marvin Jolly, 2021 chair- Texas because of cost of when it is safe to return to country’s top destinations man of Texas Realtors, living, cost of talent, tax- work,” he said. “That is a for relocations. said in the report. es, real estate and regu- higher gure we have seen The largest numbers of California ranks rst na- lations being more favor- in some surveys. “Most of people moving to Texas tionally among states peo- able,” Gersting said. “The the organizations thought hail from California, Flor- ple are leaving, according West Coast employers that their business would ida, Louisiana, Illinois, to 2019 U.S. Census data. most often cited Texas as be at least stabilized by Oklahoma, New Mexico, The Dallas-Fort Worth a choice for moves. That’s the third quarter of this Georgia and Arizona, ac- and Houston areas were in keeping with what year.” cording to a new report the biggest gainers for we’ve see in the market- Gersting said almost from the Texas Realtors out-of-state moves, accord- PHOTO | TOM FOX/STAFF PHOTOGRAPHER/TNS place with companies half of the execs West association. ing to the Realtors. A Welcome to Texas sign greets drivers as moving from California to Monroe surveyed were And around 200,000 of With the COVID-19 pan- they enter the Lone Star State on U.S. 75 near Texas.” looking to hire people. the new Texans came from demic changing the Amer- Denison. 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MARGIN ST U:6 B: Dennis A Kelly & Linda J Kelly S: Nicholas R Lozzi & Sandra 131 DERBY ST U:1R S: Raymond F Lawton Tr, Tr for B: Maureen Mitchell $270,000 S: Jordan Chmara Lozzi $362,000 Lawton Marlene R Est S: Eileen Cole Tr, Tr for Cole FT B: Nuriat Charlton B: Jena K Daly S: Janice A Palleschi 119 ELM ST U:9 70 LYNN ST U:2 S: Alan Balcom & Katie Loef er 10 E PARK AVE $238,000 $215,000 SWAMPSCOTT $410,000 97 MYRTLE ST B: Lion River Properties LLC B: Christian Emilian & Kellie 8 ESSEX ST U:1 B: David M Porter & Stephanie $630,000 S: Nancy J Dewing Emilian $325,000 17 CROSMAN AVE So B: Kayla Scheitlin S: Sarah Albrecht B: Emma Luster $765,000 S: James P Saltzman Tr, Tr for C S: Costas Diamantakis 34 FRANKLIN ST S: Jeffrey R Beauregard B: Cheryl Miller 17 POCAHONTAS DR M&C H Saltzman RET $1,395,000 S: Erin P Singh & Teghpal Singh 95 NAHANT ST U:33 B: Louise Bullis-Yarmoff Tr, Tr for $730,000 16 HOLLY ST U:2L 8 FREMONT PL $315,000 34 Franklin Street RT B: Matthew Deschamps & $449,000 $435,000 B: Janice Palleschi S: Anne S Bullis Tr, Tr for Bullis NT Michelle Deschamps B: Jane M Mitchell & Thomas A 112 ESSEX ST B: Jose Lantigua Tr, Tr for S: Abdennour Belkadi S: Brooke L Jalbert & David A Mitchell $499,000 Mackenzie Lamour 26 WALDRON CT Ricci S: Benjamin C Schylling & Jack B: Maria Brito R Schylling S: Gerald R Connor & Vielka E 101-A OCEAN ST U:3 $810,000 S: Donna Gay & Richard Gay Cole-Connor $345,000 B: DJM LLC 27 REYNOLDS RD B: Jessie Bencosme & Kelvin S: Thomas D Egan Ad, Adm for $250,000 40 RAYMOND AVE 107 GARDINER ST Bencosme Egan Helen M Est B: Henry P Wajda $630,000 643 HUMPHREY ST $430,000 S: Conrad Bzura & Vanessa L S: John Wajda B: John A Chew & Emily Spell $642,500 B: Marono Sok Kent S: Margaret M Callum B: James Marocco & Katherine NAHANT 35 ROCKWAY RD S: Jacqueline L Weeden Tr, Tr for J Marocco L Weeden FT 2014 97 PERKINS ST U:97 $427,000 90 SUMMER ST 10 40 STEPS LN B: Paul F Morgan & Heather A $735,000 S: Swamp LLC $425,000 $3,520,000 121 GRANT RD B: Lony Bazile Morgan B: Wilber O Coronado B: Junwei Song S: Centura Bay LLC S: Patrick W Barrett 3rd Tr, Tr for 667 HUMPHREY ST $375,000 S: James M Marsh S: Peter K Rogal B: Jared J Flint 90 Summer RT $632,000 S: Donald A Flint 37 WATERFORD ST 28 UNION ST B: Jonathan S Marenco & 391 NAHANT RD $460,000 9 SUMMIT AVE U:3 $350,000 $3,520,000 Stephanie L Marenco 21 HOOD ST B: Frank C Simpson B: Ana Iraheta & Brian A Iraheta $410,000 B: Junwei Song S: Molla L Perrigo B: Felicia Peluso S: Judith A Lachance Tr, Tr for $820,000 S: Jemme F Simpson S: Peter K Rogal B: Ivan N Mwesigwa S: Richard E Dion 667-669 Humphrey St RT S: Irving Development LLC 19 WELLS PL 61 SPRING RD SALEM $235,000 42 BELLEVIEW AVE 11 SYMONDS ST U:3 1037 HUMPHREY ST $823,000 $330,000 3 HOUSTON PL B: 19 Wells LLC B: Eileen P Cole & Norman R $400,000 $550,000 B: Michael B Gallagher B: Emily J Fenton & Laurie $440,000 S: Robert E Mason & Thomas O Cole B: Ryan P Thibault-Dulong & S: Frances Gallagher Fenton B: Estanislao J Ortiz Mason S: Antonia M Steriti & Edward S: Ana A Iraheta & Brian A S: Andrews Janer & Amy Theresa G Dulong Steriti Iraheta 85 BRIDGE ST U:3 VanAarle S: Anna Alpern Tr, Tr for Livelyup LYNNFIELD $396,000 RT 92 JACKSON ST PEABODY B: Stephanie T Kacoyanis 140 WASHINGTON ST U:1B 55 PROSPECT AVE $372,000 S: Christopher J Knipprath & $439,900 $625,000 5 MACARTHUR CIR B: Maria Ruiz-Dehiciano & 15 BATCHELDER AVE Jennifer Knipprath B: Amy Pelletier $627,000 Eduardo Hiciano Sr B: 55 Prospect Street LLC $409,000 S: Amy B Komenda S: Edward B Brinson & Loretta S: Leanne Miner Tr, Tr for Sandra B: Barbara E Orsino 98 BRIDGE ST U:1 B: Wayne Okeefe & Mary C E Brinson Roulier 2020 RET S: Edward T Burke Tr, Tr for $420,000 SAUGUS Okeefe Barbara A Burke IRT B: Nickolas R Nolan & Amal Tiss S: Rick Gauthier LLC 17 KENSINGTON PARK U:1 527 SALEM ST U:21 S: Bont LLC 18 AUSTIN CT U:C $952,500 21 BOW ST $219,250 $281,000 402 PARADISE RD U:PHK B: Laura A Luciano B: Donna E Scarfo Tr, Tr for $617,000 103 BRIDGE ST U:3 B: Cody Savoie S: Rochelle Mcfarland & Jennifer Scarfo FT B: Justin Spano & Tiffany Spano $478,000 S: Joseph D Calarese $350,000 Mcheffey S: Steven A Picardo S: Allen Gallaher & Ann Gallaher B: Jacob C Link & Samantha A B: Donna M Garrity Link 18 AUSTIN CT U:E S: Cheryl Barteld-Albo & 1200 SALEM ST U:191 23 KIRTLAND ST 14 GRANITE RD S: Andrea Murphy $270,000 Philippe J Albo $661,900 $473,000 $465,000 B: Melissa Remington B: Ana V Bamaca-Barrios & B: Elizabeth Holland & Jill B: Thomas P Mcgovern & Janet 162 BRIDGE ST U:3 S: Emily B Donnellan 31 SPINALE RD Johnny B Robles-Monzon Holland C Mcgovern $405,000 S: Maria A Interiano & Jairo O S: Marjorie A Lupien Tr, Tr for Cac S: Dan Emack & Sarah E Emack B: Akzhan Muzdubayeva 56 CLEVELAND AVE $650,000 Pena RT S: Francis V Emanuele & Marissa $440,000 B: Brendan A Antunez & Nicolas 20 JORDAN RD Brenton-Emanuele B: Geoffrey Blackett & Joanne E A Kreinberg 55 LAWRENCE RD MARBLEHEAD $622,500 Crowe S: Brian S Halderman & Danielle B: Nicola Aiello & Larry M Albert $469,000 107 BROADWAY S: Kenneth M White Jr T Halderman B: Freddy H Guevara & Fressia 205 ATLANTIC AVE S: Andrew W Maylor & Paula M $655,500 Y Sanchez $637,000 Maylor B: William A Perez-Mejia & Vilda 50 CLIFTON AVE S: Douglas R Hynes Sr B: Darren L Crowley & Anita M C Perez $500,000 Source: Banker and Tradesman, Gagne 11 LITTLES LN U:103 S: Dauntless Path LLC B: Vivekananda Ganihar bakerandtradesman.com ed , 3½ oyy t, Unit 408 kitchen. 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