THE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 12, 2021 Page 9 The latest Coronavirus Count State health officials notify Saugus of 90 new cases over the past week; death toll increases to 63 By Mark E. Vogler T here was a slight uptick in newly-confirmed COVID-19 cases over the past week as the Massachusetts Department of Public Health (MDPH) advised the town of 90 new cases yesterday. The latest statistics released by Town Manager Scott C. Crabtree’s office showed the total cases increasing to 3,382. The death toll in Saugus increased by one, raising the overall total to 63. A week ago, the state reported 79 new cases — nearly half as many as the 153 new cases reported during the week. “Our hearts and prayers go out to those families affected by this health pandemic,” Crabtree said in the latest press release updating the number of COVID-19 cases and deaths. “Massachusetts health officials have announced as of February 9, 2021, 82 more people have died in the Commonwealth after contracting COVID-19, bringing the state total to 14,903,” the press release said. “In addition, there were 1,920 newly reported cases. So far, 504,564 cases in total have been confirmed while 14,520,845 total tests for the virus have been administered. The Town of Saugus has partnered with the Commonwealth, Fallon Emergency Medical Services (EMS), and the Square One Mall as a collaborative effort to work to downgrade the Town’s designated “High Risk” red COVID-19 status by establishing and extending the following COVID-19 testing sites in Saugus: • Fallon EMS at the Square One Mall (Far Side Parking Lot on Essex Street), • Located at 1201 Broadway with entry off of Essex Street, will offer free mobile drive-up testing for Saugus residents in their cars Monday through Saturday from 2 p.m. to 7 p.m. No appointment is needed. Residents’ driveup and register using a tablet when they arrive. Saugus Police will be assisting with traffic. The testing site will be staffed by 10-12 individuals to handle registrations. All samples go directly to the Broad Institution in Cambridge for immediate testing with a 24-36 hour turnaround time. Notification of results will be made for negative results via emails while phone calls will be made for positive COVID-19 results. These sites do close when it rains because of risk of test contamination. The state has indicated the site will remain open until further notice. This information will be on the Town’s website and on the state’s website: https://www.mass.gov/ info-details/stop-the-spread?rgja#saugusThe Board of Health and the Saugus Health Department will continue to partner with the state and are working on a planned response to the COVID-19. They are analyzing the data from the past couple of weeks and developing specific strategies to combat the spread through additional enforcement and intervention measures. We need to do whatever is necessary to keep ourselves, family, neighbors and communities safe. Continue to wear your masks, wash hands, avoid gatherings, and continue to follow the CDC and MDPH guidelines. The Saugus Health Department strongly believes that adFirst Congregational Church extends clothing drive T he First Congregational Church United Church of Christ Saugus is extending the community clothing drive for hats, scarves and mittens/gloves for youth in need. We are hoping to collect more items on Saturday, February 13 from 10 a.m. to noon. While we have been blessed with many donations for which we are so grateful, we are hoping to get more, as the number of youth in need is greater than the donations we received. We are collecting new, handmade or like new and laundered items. We will also accept jackets for the youth as well. We will be at the church, which is located at 300 Central St. on the corner of Central Street and Hamilton Street across from the Town Hall. Please stop by and support our town's youth who are in need. Any donations are greatly appreciated. The distribution day will be on Saturday, February 20 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the church for those in need. With unity, we can achieve anything. HAPPY PRESIDENTS DAY. WE HOPE YOU ENJOY THE LONG WEEKEND. PLEASE REMEMBER WE’RE CLOSED ON MONDAY, FEBRUARY 15TH IN OBSERVANCE OF THE HOLIDAY. AS ALWAYS, YOU CAN ACCESS OUR ATMS AND ONLINE BANKING ANYTIME. 419 BROADWAY, EVERETT MA 02149 Right by you. 61 7-38 7 - 1 1 10 7 7 1 SALEM ST, LYNNFIELD, MA 01940 7 8 1 - 7 7 6 - 4444 WWW.EVERETTBANK .COM Member FDIC Member DIF ditional unrecognized cases DO exist in Saugus. Due to the fact that they are undetected, some of these infected individuals may not be properly isolated or quarantined, which is why Governor Baker directive is to wear a cloth face cover over their face when around others, practice social distancing, avoid gatherings and to follow the CDC and MDPH guidance. Again, this is a reminder that as the CDC and MDPH has provided guidance to everyone regarding preventing the spread of the COVID-19 virus in the Commonwealth. Please follow CDC and MDPH guidance to prevent COVID-19 illness by: • Cleaning your hands often for at least: 20 seconds • Avoid touching your eyes, nose, and mouth • Staying at least six feet between yourself and others • Covering your mouth and nose with a cloth face cover when around others Please stay healthy and please Registration for our G-4 thru G-8 Spring Travel programs is now open. Please register your son or daughter at saugusyouthsoccer.com The cost for the season is $150 and does not include the uniform cost. Please contact Mike Bluette at bluette4@comcast.net for more information or if you have any questions. call us with any needs. For more information, contact the Saugus Health Department at 781-231-4117 and/or the Town Manager’s office at 781-231-4111. Saugus Youth Soccer Association
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