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SAUGUS Your Local News & Sports Online. Subscribe & Scan Here! CAT D Vol. 26, No.3 CAT TE -FREE- www.advocatenews.net Published Every Friday 781-233-4446 Friday, January 19, 2024 A FLOODY DAY IN SAUGUS A RIVER TOO CLOSE TO HOME: That’s what Spencer Avenue looked like to Saugus photographer Charlie “Zap” Zapolski at around noon on Saturday (Jan. 13) at the peak of fl ooding that many residents and town offi cials considered the worst since 1978. Please see inside for more photos and fl ooding coverage. (Courtesy Photo to The Saugus Advocate by Charlie Zapolski) The Floodgate Project Revisited Latest fl ooding in town spurs town meeting member to seek selectmen’s help in reviving a dormant project By Mark E. Vogler S everal town officials said in the aftermath of last Saturday ’s flooding that it’s the worst they’ve seen since the Blizzard of 1978. One of them – Precinct 10 Town Meeting member Peter Manoogian – is calling on town leaders to do their part to help revive the Regional Saugus River Floodgate Project. Manoogian requested to be recognized at Tuesday (Jan. 23) night’s Board of Selectmen’s meeting set for 7 p.m. in the second floor auditorium at Saugus Town Hall. “I am requesting that I be placed under correspondence on the next Board of Selectmen Agenda to discuss the flooding that took place on January 13th,” Manoogian wrote in a letter to selectmen this week. “Specifically, I would like the Board to possibly take an action to either: 1. Immediately endorse the Saugus River Floodgate Project and to communicate NEW NAME, SAME INCREDIBLE AGENTS. Carpenito Real Estate’s name has changed but our commitment to serve you with unparalleled expertise remains unwavering. Call the agents you have come to know and rely on at 781-233-7300 and let us continue the privilege of serving you. Mid-grade Regular $3.98 87 87 ©2024 BHH Affiliates LLC An independently owned and operated franchisee of BHH Affiliates LLC Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices and the Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Full Service $3.59 Order online at angelosoil.com such to our state and federal delegations or 2. to create a sub-committee, with members of your choosing, to report back to the Board within 30 days on the Saugus River Floodgate Project,” he said. “While I am hopeful that you will support the former suggestion, I can unFLOODGATE | SEE PAGE 2

Page 2 THE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FriDAy, JAnUAry 19, 2024 Regional Saugus River Floodgate Project “The threat is real and is happening now” (Editor’s Note: The following document was prepared by Robert Hunt, who worked for 33 years as a project manager for the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers and was heavily involved with the Regional Saugus River Floodgate Project, which focuses on the communities of Revere, Lynn, Saugus, Malden and Everett. Precinct 10 Town Meeting Member Peter Manoogian included this document with a letter addressed to the Saugus Board of Selectmen, which he requested to be discussed at Tuesday night’s Board meeting along with the Jan. 13 flooding in Saugus. Manoogian is urging selectmen to endorse the Saugus River Floodgate Project and to communicate such action to state and federal political leaders.) January 13, 2024 On February 6 and 7, 1978, a major northeaster hit the New England coast, a 100year storm. The Blizzard of ’78, as it came to be called, caused widespread damage to coastal communities and residents. The Saugus River Watershed was particularly hard hit, with extensive damage in Revere, Lynn, Saugus, Malden, and Everett, MA. Flooding over much of the lower watershed was 4 to 7 ft deep and up to 3-feet higher in elevation than tide levels at the Boston gauge because of normal high tide, storm surge, and storm-driven waves. These flood waters damaged over 3,100 buildings, affected 10,000 residents and 20,000 employees, and cut off transportation for 400,000 commuters. Homes were without heat, electricity or means of evacuation. Two homes burned because roads were impassable. Damages were estimated at $72 million in 1978 dollars, equivalent to $332 million in 2023 dollars. Since then, things have only gotten worse with significant flooding every few years, twice in 2018, a record high in Boston, and three in 2024, 4th & 6th highest of record! Also alarming, by 2030/34 with a 1+ foot rise in sea level: most properties around the estuary will see flooding twice a month during high spring tides; a 10-year storm becomes an annual event; and the Blizzard of ’78 storm tide becomes a 10-year event, and by 2050, a 2-year storm. The Standard Project Northeaster (or SPN), the worst storm likely to occur, would add at least two feet to the ’78 tide level, and accelerated sea level rise (SLR) by 2050 would add another 2.5 feet according to the Massachusetts Coastal Zone Management (CZM) Office. This would cause a potential depth of 10 feet over many of the low-lying areas of the five communities lasting several days to weeks. This Celebrating Our 52nd Year Dan - 1972 We Sell Cigars & Accessories! 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Driven by the affected municipalities, the Commonwealth and the Federal government began seeking methods to reduce these potential damages. The Regional Saugus River Floodgate Project was planned and designed over eight (8) years (1985-1993) at a cost of $8.6 million ($20 million at todays’ dollars) by the Army Corps of Engineers with the help of Citizen Steering Committees from Lynn, Malden, ReFLOODGATE | FROM PAGE 1 derstand that several Board members may want the time to learn more or to hear back from what comes out of the latter suggestion. I have attached an updated brochure describing the current state of the project. Hopefully this will be sufficient information for the Board to make an informed decision to move forward.” Saugus is one of five North Shore communities that would benefit from the Regional Saugus River Floodgate Project. The cites of Everett, Lynn, Malden and Revere – communities that were hit hard by the Blizzard of 1978 – are also involved. Flood waters damaged over 3,100 buildings, affected 10,000 residents and 20,000 employees and cut off transportation for 400,000 commuters, according to Robert Hunt, a retired federal official who worked for 33 years as a project manager for the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers. Damages were estimated at $72 million – the equivalent of $332 million in 2023 dollars. In his retirement, Hunt continues to work with Manoogian and a handful of other officials across the region who continue to lobby the federal government and Massachusetts to update the vere, and Saugus and a Technical Group of Federal and state agencies and private environmental interests to reduce coastal flood damages from storms such as the Blizzard of ’78 and larger storms, while protecting the estuary. Three major alternatives were considered: Option #1, Local Protection Plans which relied on 10 miles of walls up to 8 feet high above yards and roads surrounding flood-prone areas. This plan, while economically feasible, blocked views for many residences; Option #2, Nonstructural Measures examined raising or floodproofing individual structures. Only 240 buildings (7%) were found suitable for this approach and no protection could be provided for transportation and other infrastructure. These plans were unacceptable to all participating communities; and, PROJECT| SEE PAGE 4 project’s planning and ultimately fund the project. Panetta told The Saugus Advocate on Wednesday (Jan. 17) that she requested Manoogian’s letter to be included on the agenda for next Tuesday night’s meeting and that board members would be discussing it. “The floodgate project will be on the agenda at the next Board of Selectmen meeting under correspondence. We will discuss the project and how to move forward,” Panetta said. Panetta is president of the Saugus River Watershed Council, which has been a strong advocate for the floodgate project. “The Saugus River Watershed Council would like to see the floodgate project fully funded,” Panetta said this week. “It has been very successful in other high risk communities, like New Bedford, for example. The more people we can get to attend community meetings, the stronger voice we will have,” she said. Panetta, a lifelong Saugus resident who has been active in her hometown’s local government for more than three decades, welcomed a public discussion of the recent flooding. “This was the worst that I’ve ever seen flooding in Saugus,” PaFLOODGATE | SEE PAGE 6

THE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FriDAy, JAnUAry 19, 2024 Page 3 Representative Wong supports bill to criminalize revenge porn and educate minor off enders through diversion B OSTON – State Representative Donald H. Wong (R- Saugus) is backing efforts to crack down on “revenge porn” by supporting legislation that imposes strong penalties for sharing sexually explicit images or videos without the consent of the individual being photographed or recorded. House Bill 4241, An Act to prevent abuse and exploitation, would also allow for the commitment of minor off enders to the Department of Youth Services while establishing an alternative comprehensive educational diversion program to help adolescents understand the legal and non-legal consequences of possessing or disseminating explicit visual material. The bill was engrossed by the House of Representatives on a vote of 151-0 on January 10. According to Representative Wong, the educational diversion program will be developed and implemented by the Attorney General in consultation with the Department of Elementary and Secondary Education, the Department of Youth Services, and the Massachusetts District Attorneys Association, and will be reviewed annually and updated as needed. The House bill also encourages school districts to implement media literacy skills instruction at all grade levels, and to incorporate aspects of the educational diversion program as a learning tool for students. Massachusetts is one of only two states without a law banning revenge porn, the other being South Carolina. House Bill 4241 would change that by imposing a punishment of up Donald Wong State Representative to 2 ½ years in a House of Correction, a $10,000 fi ne, or both a fi ne and imprisonment for individuals found guilty of disseminating explicit visual materials of another person without their consent. House Bill 4241 also increases the existing fine for criminal harassment from $1,000 to $5,000 and amends the defi nition of abuse to include coercive control. Under the bill, coercive control is defi ned as an act or pattern of behavior committed with the intent to substantially restrict an individual’s safety or autonomy through threat, intimidation, harassment, isolation, control, coercion, or compelled compliance. Representative Wong supported a similar bill fi led by former Governor Charlie Baker during the 2021-2022 legislative session, which was engrossed by the House of Representatives on May 26, 2022. Despite unanimous support in the House, the Senate took no action on the bill until the fi nal day of session on January 3, 2023, engrossing an amended version of the bill that could not be reconciled with the House bill before time ran out. During fl oor debate, Representative Wong supported an amendment to the bill that addresses non-consensual “deepfake pornography” involving the use of digitization, which is defi ned as “creat(ing) or alter(ing) visual material, including, but not limited to, through the use of computer-generated images, in a manner that would falsely appear to a reasonable person to be an authentic representation of the person depicted.” The amendment stipulates that the dissemination of deepfake pornography will be punishable by up to 2 ½ years in a House of Correction, a $10,000 fi ne, or both. House Bill 4241, as amended, now moves to the Senate for its consideration. 425r Broadway, Saugus Located adjacent to Kohls Plaza Route 1 South in Saugus at the intersection of Walnut Street We are on MBTA Bus Route 429 781-231-1111 We are a Skating Rink with Bowling Alleys, Arcade and two TV’s where the ball games are always on! PUBLIC SKATING SCHEDULE 12-7 p.m. Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday $9.00 Price includes Roller Skates Rollerblades/inline skates $3.00 additional cost Private Parties 7:30-11 p.m. $10.00 Price includes Roller Skates Adult Night 18+ Only Private Parties Private Parties 4-7 p.m. $9.00 12-9 p.m. 7:30-11 p.m. $10. 18+ Adults Only After 7 PM $9.00 Everyone must pay admission after 6 p.m. Sorry No Checks - ATM on site Roller skate rentals included in all prices Inline Skate Rentals $3.00 additional BIRTHDAY & PRIVATE PARTIES AVAILABLE www.roller-world.com

Page 4 THE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FriDAy, JAnUAry 19, 2024 PROJECT | FROM PAGE 2 Option #3, the Regional Project would provide protection against the SPN for all structures and critical infrastructure in the Region, but need modifications if sea level rise accelerated. It includes new walls and dikes with walkways along 1.7 miles of Lynn Harbor; 0.6-mile sand dune and beach at Point of Pines with a new river wall; and 0.6-mile raised parkland behind Revere Beach and a ponding area; and, a major floodgate structure at the mouth of the Saugus River with nine (9) gated openings (50 & 100 feet wide) to maintain natural flushing in the estuary and safe navigation. The total cost was $250 million at 2023 price levels (’23pl), including purchasing and protecting the 1,650-acre estuary for flood water storage. The Regional Project was economically justified with 64% Federal cost sharing as authorized by Congress in 1992, and was Gerry D’Ambrosio Attorney-at-Law Is Your Estate in Order? Do you have an update Will, Health Care Proxy or Power of Attorney? If Not, Please Call for a Free Consultation. 14 Proctor Avenue, Revere (781) 284-5657 widely supported, but it was placed on hold in 1993. By 2023 accelerated sea level rise was adopted at “high” but different rates by both the Commonwealth and the Federal government which would require modifications to the Regional Project. The Corps’ retired Project Manager (PM), with the help of both his Environmental Manager and the MA Assistant Secretary of Environmental Affairs during the initial investigation, and folks in the region, all helped to remind the communities in 2020 that the project would still protect them from accelerated sea level rise. The five communities then sponsored a letter of support to have the Corps review and update the project with a required Corps’ study, the Boston North Shore Feasibility Study, up to a 3-year effort depending on the scope of work, which was authorized by President Biden in December 2022, but is yet to be funded. The Regional Project, Option #3, was reviewed to inform the communities of some likely changes and impacts from sea level rise, previously described in the EIS/ EIR, focusing on the 5 feet of sea level rise above 2000 levels adopted by the Corps for 2100, provide the SPN level of protection, and prevent pollutants from entering the estuary. See the Option #3 map for the modified Regional Project. Over the next ten years with over half of properties along the rivers prone to flooding several times a month from rising high tides, residents would likely protect their properties with low level walls or berms, just as Revere is currently developing along Riverside. By 2034 when a Regional project could be built, the Floodgates would close several times a year to prevent damage from intense storms, catastrophic flooding, and overtopping of walls, but increase operations with rising sea levels. The Feasibility study would evaluate when walls would need to be raised a few feet, to raise the start of damages, and to reduce the number of closures and potential impacts on navigation and the estuary. Sand dune/beach systems using I-95 sand proved the most effective solution to prevent overtopping based on results from post storm surveys, and physical and numerical modeling. Revere Beach, previously restored with I-95 sand, and Point of Pines would benefit from 3.4 miles of dune/ beach systems to prevent The Floodgate Project (Courtesy graphic to The Saugus Advocate) overtopping the oceanfront and protect the region from higher tides and more intense storms. Protecting the Nahant Causeway, assumed using a dune/beach system, is needed since it reduces wave action in Lynn Harbor, at Point of Pines, and at the entrance to the Saugus River. Plans exclude raising bridges which have been raised or planned to be raised. The modified Regional plan to include the Revere and Nahant dune/beach systems would cost about $300 million (’23 pl) to protect the region against the SPN through 2100 while sea levels rise 5-feet. If low-level walls (3 to 6 feet) are required, it would increase the plan’s cost to a maximum of about $185 million, for a total project cost of $485 million. The Study would also consider other options, including a Wall Only Option #1 Plan (without a floodgate) for 2100, a 5-foot rise in sea level and SPN protection, which would require walls up to 12 feet high above the back yards of residents and along roadways which would significantly obstruct views around the estuary’s 25-mile shore at a cost of about $580 million (’23 pl). A Non-structural Option #2 Plan would require raising homes and other buildings up to 12 feet high at a cost exceeding $540 million; however, streets, roads and yards would be frequently inundated. An option for total retreat and removal of all buildings from the floodplain would likely double the initial estimate of $7.3 billion (’23 pl) with the larger sea level rise floodplain. The restoration of Rumney Marsh, a Massachusetts’ “Area of Critical Environmental Concern”, is an added environmental benefit of the Regional Plan prepared with the help of the US Environmental Protection Agency team member. It would inPROJECT | SEE PAGE 5

THE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FriDAy, JAnUAry 19, 2024 Page 5 PROJECT| FROM PAGE 4 clude removal of the abandoned I-95 embankment, create over 40 acres of wetland, and reconnect and enhance the upper estuary’s 500-acre salt marsh. Restoration would return natural flushing and tide levels to the marsh; enhance the habitat for wildlife, birds, and 38 species of finfish; stop deterioration of wetlands; and nearly eliminate phragmites reeds, marsh mosquitos, and frequent fires. All available I-95 sand would be used for the Revere and Nahant dune/beach systems. The Regional project, extensively reviewed under the National Environmental Policy Act and the Massachusetts Environmental Policy Act, achieved approval and favorable comments in 1990. The MA Secretary of THIS WEEK ON SAUGUS TV Sunday, Jan. 21 from 9 to 11 p.m. on Channel 8 – “Sunday Night Stooges” (The Three Stooges). Monday, Jan. 22 all day on Channel 8 – “Movie Monday” (Classic Movies). Tuesday, Jan. 23 at 7 p.m. on Channel 8 – Board of Selectmen live. Wednesday, Jan. 24 at 9 a.m. on Channel 22 – What’s Your Story? – School Superintendent Hashem Interview. Thursday, Jan. 25 at 5 p.m. on Channel 9 – School Committee: Budget Hearing from Jan. 18. Friday, Jan. 26 at 8:30 p.m. on Channel 9 – Planning Board from Jan. 25. Saturday, Jan. 27 at 10 a.m. on Channel 22 – Sachem Fall Season Highlights: Boys Soccer. Saugus TV can be seen on Comcast Channels 8 (Public), 9 (Government) & 22 (Educational). ***programming may be subject to change without notice*** For complete schedules, please visit www. saugustv.org Environmental Affairs then assigned the Metropolitan District Commission as the state sponsor. Even so, a new Secretary of Environmental Affairs, opposed to construction along the coast, called a halt to the project in 1993 to allow further examination of non-structural measures by the Commonwealth. These analyses are only now being accomplished. With sea level rise accelerating and greater risks from climate-change enhanced storms becoming more intense in the mid-2030s and 40s, it is critical that the updated Feasibility Study be initiated as soon as possible either by the Federal Government or the Commonwealth, and if a project is approved by both, it should proceed immediately into final design. The communities are seeking support and up to $3 million (50/50 Federal cost share) for this Boston North Shore Feasibility Study. Information on the problems, solutions, environment, photos, Design and Feasibility Reports, EIS/EIR, Environmental Secretary’s Certificate, and Sea Level Rise Plans are available on the website: www.saugusriverfloodgates.com. For general questions call Elle Baker, Revere Project Planner, at ebaker@revere. org or 781-286-8188. For questions or a zoom presentation on the project, contact Bob Hunt, former Corps of Engineers Project Manager, at bobandbjhunt@hotmail.com or 617-633-3974. 8 Norwood St. Everett (617) 387-9810 Open Daily 4:00 PM Closed Sunday Announcing our Classic Specials Dine In Only: * FREE Salad with purchase of Entree, Monday & Tuesdays * Cheese Pizza - Only $10 Catch ALL The Live Sports Action On Our Large Screen TV’s SHOP LOCAL & DROP BY FOR DINNER! www.eight10barandgrille.com SABATINO INSURANCE AGENCY 519 BROADWAY EVERETT, MA 02149 Auto * Home * Boat * Renter * Condo * Life * Multi-Policy Discounts * Commercial 10% Discounts * Registry Service Also Available Sabatino Insurance is proud to welcome the loyal customers of PHONE: (617) 387-7466 FAX: (617) 381-9186 Visit us online at: WWW.SABATINO-INS.COM

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They did songs such as “Tom Dooley,” “Where Have All the Flowers Gone,” “Sloop John B,” “A Worried Man,” “M.T.A.” and “They Call The Wind Maria.” My favorite is “M.T.A.,” which is more comically known in the Boston area as “Charlie on the M.T.A.” and tells the tale of a man who goes into a train station of the Metropolitan Transit Authority paying a dime, and while he rides the fare is increased Need a hall for your special event? The Schiavo Club, located at 71 Tileston Street, Everett is available for your Birthdays, Anniversaries, Sweet 16 parties and more? For more info, call (857) 249-7882 JOHN MACKEY & ASSOCIATES ~ Attorneys at Law ~ * PERSONAL INJURY * REAL ESTATE * FAMILY LAW * PERSONAL BANKRUPTCY * LANDLORD/TENANT DISPUTES 14 Norwood Street Everett, MA 02149 Phone: (617) 387-4900 Fax: (617) 381-1755 WWW.JMACKEYLAW.COM by a nickel, which he does not have, which means he can’t leave until he pays. After each verse it uses the refrain “Will he ever return, No he’ll never return and his fate is still unlearned… He may ride forever ’neath the streets of Boston, He’s the man who never returned.” They were mostly known as an American pop folk group and they brought both folk and calypso to middle-class groups. They started out in the vicinity of Stanford University in California, playing at fraternity parties and other places nearby and used the name Dave Guard & the Calypsonians. They had a unique sound including vocal harmonies, acoustic guitars and banjos. The Kingston Trio won one of the first Grammy Awards ever given. Their songs were nationally known by 1959. The contracts they received through negotiations and their business practices opened the doors for following groups, such as The New Christy Minstrels and The Irish Rovers, both of which I occasionally listen to from my TV song playing. Bob Shane gathered two friends – Dave Guard and Nick Reynolds – to play music professionally. Bob was born in Hilo, Hawaii, and learned to use the ukulele FLOODGATE | FROM PAGE 2 netta said. “Not only did the water cause significant damage, it was alarming for the residents who were impacted. I want to thank our Fire and Police Departments and DPW for assisting our residents during this difficult time,” she said. A $3 million study that’s needed Meanwhile, Hunt urges Manoogian and other regional local officials to lobby their elected state and federal officials for funding to back the floodgate project. “With sea level rise accelerating and greater risks from climate-change enhanced storms becoming more intense in the mid-2030s and 40s, it is critical that the updated Feasibility Study be and later the acoustic guitar, which he became famous for. They began a sixmonth engagement at the Purple Onion in San Francisco. Their publicist, Frank Webber, got the group into a national tour that ended successfully back to San Francisco. In 1958 they recorded their second album, from a local restaurant called the Hungry i. As an instant hit, it raised funds for the trio and also Capitol Records, which sold the album, which at one time provided 22 percent of sales. They won a Grammy Award for the album, whichfeatured “Tom Dooley.” Their next album included the hit “M.T.A”. Through the years the makeup of the trio changed as the originals got old and didn’t like the time spent on travel and rehearsal. The group today comprises Mike Marvin, Tim Gorelangton and Buddy Woodward. Mike is the adopted son of Nick Reynolds, who was his mentor as Mike often performed with the group as a youngster. Nick taught Mike backstage support, how the trio picked their songs, how they managed tours and how to present on stage. During his career he has been active in editing of films, including “Earth Rider,” which tells of a parachute jump off Yosemite’s El initiated as soon as possible either by the Federal Government or the Commonwealth, and if a project is approved by both, it should proceed immediately into final design,” Hunt said. “The communities are seeking support and up to $3 million (50/50 Federal cost share) for this Boston North Shore Feasibility Study.” President Biden authorized the study in December of 2022, but it has yet to be funded. Hunt planned the regional floodgate project from 1985–1990 with the help of five Steering Committees from Saugus, Revere, Lynn and Malden, and state and federal agencies and private interests. The project involved more than 100 meetings to evaluate problems and alternatives and in 1990 selected the Regional Proj“The Old Sachem,” Bill Stewart (Courtesy photo to The Saugus Advocate by Joanie Allbee) Capitan. Mike plays a Martin D-28 guitar and a Deering Plectrum banjo. Tim Gorelangton started playing woodwinds in high school, then served in US Army Headquarters bands. Buddy Woodward started with The Nitro Express in New York City and later cofounded The Dixie Bee-Liners and ended up in The Kingston Trio. I love their music. (Editor’s Note: Bill Stewart, who is better known to Saugus Advocate readers as “The Old Sachem,” writes a weekly column about sports – and sometimes he opines on current or historical events or famous people.) ect. “The Corps spent $2.6 million during the investigation to interview thousands of folks, to determine the levels of flooding from various storms, the damages for over 4,000 homes and businesses, and to design and evaluate many plans,” Hunt said. An update on the Watershed Council’s work Panetta said the Saugus River Watershed Council continues to work on a Regional Shoreline Prioritization and Adaptation Plan. “The impacts of coastal storms, sea level rise, and other climate hazards are not beholden to City or Town borders,” Panetta said. “While the communities of Lynn, Revere, Saugus, Everett, and Malden are unique FLOODGATE | SEE PAGE 11

THE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FriDAy, JAnUAry 19, 2024 Page 7 A Special Night for Sachem athletes Saugus High will honor members of boys and girls 2021-23 northeastern Conference title teams during championship banners unveiling Tuesday in Middle-High School gym (Editor’s Note: Former School Committee Member Joseph “Dennis” Gould submitted the following article.) O n behalf of the Saugus School Committee Athletic Sub Committee, I am pleased to announce the ceremony to unveil the Saugus Sachem Boys and Girls Northeastern Conference Championship Banners earned since new MSHS opened 2021 through 2023 will be held at MSHS Gym on Tuesday January 23 at 6 p.m. We are inviting all the coaches and players from the below teams and their families to please attend the event and show up at Saugus MSHS Gym by 5:45 for a 6 p.m. start. During the ceremony, we would like to introduce the players of each championship team, so our Athletic Director Terri Pillsbury, or one of us on the subcommittee, will be reaching out to all the past and current coaches and players to invite them so we can get an accurate list of those who will attend and participate. There will be a follow-up ceremony to unveil the historical banners for all Boys and Girls sports from 1940’s until present in two or three months. We will again invite all the coaches, players and families to attend and participate in that ceremony that coached or played on those teams. More to follow on that in a couple of months. Conference Championship Banners 2021-23: 2021 Softball 2021 Volleyball 2022 Boys Soccer 2023 Girls Basketball 2023 Boys Basketball 2023 Softball 2023 Girls Soccer If anyone has any questions you can call Dennis Gould (617-257-4847) or email Dennis at jdgould1969@aol.com RON’S OIL Saugus Historical Society names new secretary Call For PRICE MELROSE, MA 02176 NEW CUSTOMER’S WELCOME ACCEPTING VISA, MASTERCARD & DISCOVER (781) 397-1930 OR (781) 662-8884 100 GALLON MINIMUM 15 Month High Yield Certificate of Deposit A SPECIAL TREAT: Pictured from left to right: Karen Rakinic, Joanie Allbee and Larissa Ambrosio volunteering at the Saugus Historical Society’s Strawberry Festival in June 2023. Allbee was recently named the society’s new secretary. (Courtesy Photo of Laura Eisener) By Laura Eisener S augus Historical Society welcomes a new secretary, Joanie Allbee. After several years where the treasurer and the president shared the duties that typically fall to the secretary, the board is very happy to announce that Joanie has agreed to take on this position. The Saugus Historical Society is an all-volunteer organization, established in 1928. Joanie is well known to Saugus Advocate readers as “The Sketch Artist,” and says, “I love Animals, History and Art. In my free moments usually, I can be found either crocheting or in the zone with words flying off pages or more paint on me than my canvas in a world where time and verbal words have no meaning. “My favorite quote is from Mark Twain: ‘Kindness is a language the deaf can hear and the blind can see.’ “Being a member and volunteer of Saugus Historical Society for years, I humbly accepted the position of Secretary in December and enjoy being a part of a great Board Member Team.” 5.35 Visit us at www.mitfcu.org or call (781) 423-2022 % APY1 $500 Minimum Deposit required. 1 APY=Annual Percentage Yield. Share Certificate APY assumes dividends are retained in the Certificate; there may be a penalty for early withdrawal. Other terms and conditions apply. Rates are accurate as of the current date. Rates are subject to change without notice. Please consult a Representative for complete savings information.

Page 8 THE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FriDAy, JAnUAry 19, 2024 A FLOODY DAY IN SAUGUS S augus photographer Charlie “Zap” Zapolski spent more than an hour last Saturday (Jan. 13) driving around Saugus to observe the impact of what many considered the worst flooding to hit the town since the Blizzard of 1978. Zapolski, one of the town’s best-known amateur photographers and a frequent contributor to The Saugus Advocate, agreed to share some of his best shots with our readers. A FLOOD CASUALTY: This car parked behind the Hamilton Street Plaza was among the local property losses of last Saturday’s flooding. (Courtesy Photo to The Saugus Advocate by Charlie Zapolski) BLOCKING OFF TRAFFIC: A Police Department cruiser serves as a barricade across Hamilton Street near the Hamilton Street Plaza, keeping motorists from entering the flooded section of the road. (Courtesy Photo to The Saugus Advocate by Charlie Zapolski) SPEEDING THROUGH THE FLOOD WATERS: A driver drives past the Hamilton Street Plaza, seemingly unconcerned about the wall of water ahead. (Courtesy Photo to The Saugus Advocate by Charlie Zapolski) FUN TIMES FOR WATERFOWL: These birds were probably the only ones to enjoy their visit to Stocker Playground. (Courtesy Photo to The Saugus Advocate by Charlie Zapolski) ON THE WATER’S EDGE: A Ballard Street resident waves to the photographer as he uses his boat to get around his flooded property. (Courtesy Photo to The Saugus Advocate by Charlie Zapolski) RISING WATERS: Flooding slowed down the traffic on Lincoln Avenue near the K Pub Kitchen & Bar. (Courtesy Photo to The Saugus Advocate by Charlie Zapolski) STUCK IN THE WATER: This old school bus parked in a flooded yard on Hamilton Street could have been used as a makeshift boat. (Courtesy Photo to The Saugus Advocate by Charlie Zapolski) BAD FOR BUSINESS: Last Saturday was not a good day to get a hair styling at Marciano’s Barbershop because of the flood waters making it extra-difficult for customers. (Courtesy Photo to The Saugus Advocate by Charlie Zapolski)

THE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FriDAy, JAnUAry 19, 2024 Page 9 Icebound ambition: Peabody-Saugus’ journey to forge independent hockey legacies By Dom Nicastro O n paper, it seems odd to push for a team to eventually break up. But that’s precisely what high school cooperative teams – which feature players from more than one school – see as the ultimate goal. The Peabody-Saugus boys hockey team is no different. The primary aim of the cooperative team is to provide students passionate about hockey the opportunity to play, with a secondary goal of increasing interest and enabling both schools to eventually sustain their own teams. There’s no set time frame for this, but efforts are focused on building the right team culture to attract and retain local talent, encouraging players to stay and play for their hometown schools. Although originally planned for two years (this season is Year 2), the cooperation will likely continue as needed to achieve these goals. “The goal is to build back both of these programs to the point where they can be sustainable by themselves,” said Peabody-Saugus coach Jason Marshall, who has served as head coach of the now two-year cooperative program. “I mean it’s two historically good programs; both Peabody and Saugus had some reICEBOUND | SEE PAGE 11 Saugus/Peabody hockey player Dom Chianca moved the puck up the ice during recent action against Marblehead. (Advocate photo by Emily Harney)

Page 10 THE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FriDAy, JAnUAry 19, 2024 SHS Sachems Track Team vs Winthrop Vikings Photo Highlights (Advocate photos by Emily Harney) Ryan Laws running the 600 meters for Saugus. Throwing shotput at 30 feet 5 inches for Saugus, Kobe Jette and his team fell short to Winthrop in their meet held Thursday at Beverly High School. Jake Ferraro throwing the shotput at 26 feet 8 inches for Saugus. Shane Bourke attempts 5 feet 4 inches in the high jump. Sara Rovcanin throwing 25 feet 6.5 inches during the Sachem’s meet with Winthrop. Throwing shotput for Saugus during their meet with Winthrop, Aly Mabee. Kirstin Sisounthrone and Isabbella Phon of Saugus cheer on Angie Lopez during the meet with Winthrop. Running the 300 meters at a time of 50 seconds was Angie Lopez. Running the 300 meters at a time of 57 seconds was Sydney Ferrieria. Competing in the high jump for Saugus, Connor Bloom attempts 5 feet 6 inches during the Sachem’s match up with Winthrop Thursday.

THE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FriDAy, JAnUAry 19, 2024 Page 11 Shane Bourke looks over the official as he misses his attempt at the high jump. ICEBOUND | FROM PAGE 9 ally good years (Saugus had three state titles in the late 20th/early 21st centuries). They were very good. So we’re just hoping to get to the point where we can build back these programs so they can get to the heights that they should be at. At this point, we just want to keep them both going. We’ve got to have a co-op, and it’s been good.” The wins haven’t been there as much as the team would like. It was 3-17 last season and 1-6 after seven games this season. But Peabody and Saugus players have the opportunity to play hockey, and that’s the goal right now. This season, the team is skewed toward Peabody students with approximately two-thirds from Peabody and one-third from Saugus. The program saw a drop in numbers compared to last year, partially due to the loss of many Saugus seniors. Peabody sophomore goalie Evan Tybinkowski has been a major bright spot in the first third of the FLOODGATE | FROM PAGE 6 in their neighborhoods, cultures, and identities, they share the coastal hazards associated with the Saugus River Watershed. The region is subjected to high tide and season. He turned away more than 50 shots in two recent games. He stopped 57 Marblehead shots in a 10-3 loss. “Evan had 67 shots in that Marblehead game,” Marshall said. “He is seeing a lot of pucks. And he got some playing time for us last year as well when we were missing our starting goalie. So it’s nothing too new for him. But it’s definitely a struggle and a challenge that we’ve been facing. We’re trying to not have to rely on him so much. But he’s been, especially the past few games, just outstanding. He’s keeping us in games. Most of these saves that he’s had, he’s barely been able to see the shot in the first place; a lot of last-minute reactions. So he’s been fantastic for us. It’s another sophomore who’s going to get a ton of experience. So by junior-senior year, I mean, it’s gonna be fantastic.” Tybinkowski certainly isn’t alone in the Young Department. Peabody-Saugus has four freshmen, nine sophosunny day flooding under current conditions, coastal flooding frequency and severity will significantly increase throughout the region with sea level rise and increasing storm intensity due to climate change,” she said. Saugus’s Shane Bourke congratulates his teammate Connor Bloom after a successful high jump at 5 feet 6 inches. mores, four juniors and four seniors. “There’s good and bad to it obviously,” Marshall said of having a predominantly green team. “This year and last year we kind of have had the same issues where we don’t have a ton of kids with a lot of varsity experience. But on the flip side, they’re getting so much varsity experience from a younger age. So come their senior year, their junior year, they’re gonna have way more experience than most guys that we’re going up against.” Saugus’ Ryan Jones and Peabody’s Michael Ryan and Trevor Pacheco serve as the captains and are among those seniors. It’s certainly a challenge captaining a team with someone from a different school and owning responsibility for a team’s cohesion and camaraderie whose players’ schools are split by miles of Route 1 highway. Marshall said he’s got a solid trio taking on those duties. Jones of Saugus is a standout senior with an “A regional problem requires regional partnerships and solutions. This is why these five communities along with state agencies MassDOT, the Department of Conservation and Recreation, and the MBTA have excellent personality and a knack for leadership, often taking charge by motivating the team with his endless optimism. Pacheco is a key defenseman. He’s not only vocal but also has a commanding presence, often being the one to energize the team before games and fiercely defending his teammates. Ryan, Pacheco’s Peabody classmate, is in his second year in this role. Known for his relentless drive during both practices and games, he has a way of elevating the team’s energy levels. Although he’s become more outspoken this year, his leadership style isn’t solely dependent on his words; his actions on the ice speak volumes about his leadership qualities, according to his coach. Who else is making some noise on the ice for the Tanners? Peabody sophomore forward Brandon Berone has been making significant strides. Despite initial struggles to make a notable impact on the scoreboard, his consistent effort in the offencome together to conduct a vulnerability study that will give the region a more holistic understanding of current and future coastal risk within the Saugus River Watershed. Saugus Pines River Regional Advocacy for Resive zone has paid off. In recent games, he has been exceptionally active, culminating in a hat trick against Marblehead. Tyson Higgins, a junior from Peabody, has been impressive with his allaround gameplay, energetically battling for possession and contributing on both offense and defense. He’s become a reliable player. Dominic Chianca, a senior defenseman out of Saugus, who joined the team from a different school, has been remarkable both in offense and defense, Marshall said. He plays extensive minutes and has become a dependable force for generating offensive opportunities. Peabody-Saugus was scheduled to take on Pentucket in its lone game at Kasabuski Rink in Saugus on Wednesday, Jan. 17. It travels to Salem State University to take on Swampscott on Saturday, Jan. 20, at 6 p.m. then hosts Minuteman in Peabody at 5:15 p.m. on Wednesday, Jan. 24. silience (SPRARR) was established in 2021 with a common vision to collaborate for a more resilient region. With funding assistance from the Municipal Vulnerability Preparedness MVP Climate Action Grant.”

Page 12 THE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FriDAy, JAnUAry 19, 2024 The Sounds of Saugus By Mark E. Vogler Good morning, Saugus! If you are one of those unlucky property owners who was affected by last week’s flooding and are worried about the future of your home or business, you might think about attending next Tuesday night’s (Jan. 23) Board of Selectmen’s meeting at 7 p.m. in the second floor auditorium at Saugus Town Hall. Precinct 10 Town Meeting Member Peter Manoogian has written a letter to each of the board members requesting that he be allowed to discuss the flooding that took place on Jan. 13 (see front page story in this week’s edition). Manoogian also requests that selectmen take one of these two recommended actions: • Immediately endorse the Saugus River Floodgate Project and communicate this action to the town’s state and federal political delegations. • Create a subcommittee with members of the board’s choosing, to report back within 30 days on the Saugus River Floodgate Project. Manoogian’s correspondence is on the agenda for next Tuesday night’s meeting. His public presentation will essentially get the ball rolling again on an issue of extreme importance to homeowners and business owners whose property sets in an area that’s prone to flood damage. If you are a property owner who has been financially affected in the past by flood damage to your home, business or personal property (like cars and trucks) and you are free on Tuesday night, show up for the selectmen’s meeting and share your story and call on selectmen to do everything in their power to help your cause. If you live in a flood prone area and intend for your family to live in Saugus for years to come, the letter that Manoogian has written affects the future of you and your family. Cheers for the Sachem Champs If you’re a local sports fan with a lot of pride in your community, there’s another event worth checking out on Tuesday. At 6 p.m. there will be a special ceremony in the Saugus Middle-High School Gym to honor boy and girl athletes who played on the Sachem Northeast Conference title teams during 2021-23, since the opening of the new Middle-High School Complex. Special championship banners will be unveiled in the gym to honor these Saugus High teams who won Northeastern Conference Championships: the girls softball and volleyball teams of 2021; the 2022 boys soccer team; and the boys basketball team, the girls basketball team, the girls softball team and the girls soccer team of 2023. It will be a great night for the coaches and players on those teams and their families. And for any Sachem sports fan, young or old, it should be a proud night. Food Pantry notes The Saugus United Parish Food Pantry is open today (Friday, Jan. 19) from 9:30-11 a.m. Legion Breakfast today There’s a good breakfast deal for Saugus veterans and other folks who enjoy a hearty breakfast on Friday mornings. The American Legion Post 210 at 44 Taylor St. in Saugus offers Friday morning breakfasts for the 2023-24 season. Doors open at 7:30 a.m., with breakfast served from 8-9:00 a.m. for an $8 donation. Veterans who cannot afford the donation may be served free. A Special “Shout Out” Julie Cicolini offered these words of praise for this week’s column: “I would like to give a ‘shout out’ to Tiger Institute Tae Kwon Do and Sabumnim Amy Amirault for coordinating monthly food drives for Healthy Students-Healthy Saugus (HS2). The students and families of Tiger Institute have been very generous with their donations of a variety of food items. HS2 is very grateful for their commitment to their community and their support to fight food insecurity.” Want to “Shout Out” a fellow Saugonian? This is an opportunity for our paper’s readers to single out – in a brief mention – remarkable acts or achievements by Saugus residents or an act of kindness or a nice gesture. Just send an email (mvoge@ comcast.net) with a mention in the subject line of “An Extra Shout Out.” No more than a paragraph; anything longer might lend itself to a story and/ or a photo. Compost/Recycling DropOff Site winter hours The Town of Saugus ComSaugus Firefighters presented the colors last week (Jan. 10) at the TD Garden before the NBA’s Eastern Conference–leading Boston Celtics took to the court to beat the Minnesota Timberwolves, 127-120, in a classic overtime game. (Courtesy photo to The Saugus Advocate) post/Recycling Drop-Off Site is closed for the winter. But it will reopen for recycling on the third Saturday of January, February and March 2024 weather permitting. Please note: The site will be open tomorrow (Saturday, Jan. 20) during the period from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. It will also be open during the same time period for the following Saturday dates: Feb. 17 and March 16. Please contact Scott Brazis, Director of Solid Waste/Recycling, with any questions at 781-231-4036. Who wants to be a magician? Have you ever dreamed of being a magician? Want to know how to pull a rabbit out of a hat? Or make objects disappear into thin air? If you have answered “yes” to any of these questions, plan on showing up for a special program on Saturday, Jan. 27 at 2 p.m. in the Community Room at the Saugus Public Library. Come meet a member of the Salem chapter of the Society of American Magicians (S.A.M.) and learn how to become a master of magic! There’s even a Society of American Magicians Youth Program for wouldbe-Harry Potters and Hermione Grangers. Those who show up for this magic workshop will be able to obtain information about the Society of American Magicians as well as the Society of American Magicians Youth Program, which ranges from ages seven through 17. Tony Gangi, one of the organizers of the upcoming workTown Meeting Sessions Precinct 10 Town Meeting Member Peter Manoogian is providing an opportunity for Saugus citizens who want to learn the basics about Town Meeting – the legislative body of Saugus town government. Manoogian is a veteran of about four decades in local town government at various levels – including many years as a Town Meeting member. The three sessions Manoogian will be leading this year are tailored for newly elected Town Meeting members or veterans who want to refresh themselves about Robert’s Rules of Order or how to put forward an article for consideration. But the sessions that Manoogian is planning are free and open to the public – for all interested citizens. The sessions will take place on four nights in 2024 – Jan. 29, Feb. 16 & 29 and March 25 – from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. in the Community Room of the Saugus Public Library at shop, said folks who attend shouldn’t consider the event a magic show. “It’s a recruiting event where there will certainly be magic performed and some tricks will even be taught, but there is no formal show,” Gangi said. “It’s more of a ‘come hang out with magicians’ event,” he said. The organizers are hoping that more than a few of the Saugus residents who attend will be interested in becoming members of the Society of American Magicians or the Society of American Magicians Youth Program. 295 Central St. Cornhole League begins Feb. 8 The Knights of Columbus is holding a Cornhole League, starting Feb. 8. It will be held at 57 Appleton St. in Saugus. For more information and league rules, please sign up at https://www.volosports.com/l/6569015e70de58f41da6e7af Pre-K Parent Information Night The Veterans Early Learning Center at 39 Hurd Ave. will host a Pre-K Parent Information Night on Thursday, Feb. 8 at 6 p.m. The event is designed for new parents to learn about the center’s preschool programming. Parents will get to learn about the preschool vision, entering the lottery, the registration process, financial obligations, daily operations, parent questions and registration documents. All Pre-K programs run Monday through Friday, with an early release on Wednesday. Based on the child’s date of birth (DOB), placement will be in one of the following programs. DOB between Sept. 1, 2020, and Aug. 31, 2021: three-yearold a.m. (8:30 to 11 a.m.), threeyear-old p.m. (noon to 2:30 p.m.). DOB between Sept. 1, 2019, and Aug. 31, 2020: four-yearold (8:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.). What’s new at the Saugus Public Library? THE SOUNDS | SEE PAGE 13

THE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FriDAy, JAnUAry 19, 2024 Page 13 ~ SHS Sachems Sports roundup ~ SAUGUS BOYS’ BASKETBALL TEAM DROPS A COUPLE Saugus is looking to get back on the winning track after a pair of recent losses. The team fell to 3-7 after the two losses. The Sachems fell to Masconomet, 5736. Huey Josama led the way with 10 points, and Cam Victor added seven points. “It was another game in which we competed,” Saugus coach Joe Bertrand said. Saugus also fell to Danvers, 57-50. Down 16 points early, the Sachems fought back to take the lead late in the fourth quarter, but just couldn’t hold on. Isaiah Rodriguez had five 3-pointers for 16 points. Danny Shea added 11 points. Ryan Shea and Josama added seven points each. The MIAA power rankings are now out. The state’s governing body releases the rankings twice a week, on Tuesdays and Fridays. In the latest poll – released Tuesday, Jan. 16 – Saugus was ranked 69th out of 71 teams in Division 3. The Sachems will need to be ranked in the top 32 to make the playoffs – or finish with a winning percentage of .500 or above. Charlestown is ranked first in the division ahead of Taconic, Norwell, Medfield and Old Rochester Regional. Saugus travels to Swampscott on Friday, Jan. 19 (7 p.m.) then completes a three-game road swing at Beverly on Monday, Jan. 22 (7 p.m.). SAUGUS GIRLS’ BASKETBALL TEAM NETS FIFTH WIN The Saugus girls’ basketball team improved to 5-2 with a 51-22 win over THE SOUNDS | FROM PAGE 12 There’s always something interesting going on. Here’s a few activities worth checking out: $5 for a bag of books: If you love reading, here’s a great deal. Buy a New Friends of the Saugus Public Library mesh book bag for $5 and fill it with as many books as you’d like. Proceeds benefit the New Friends so they can support Northeastern Conference rival Danvers at home. Peyton DiBiasio led the way for Saugus with 17 points alongside Ella Castle with 17 points. Ashleen Escobar added eight points for Saugus. Saugus, after its sixth game, stood at No. 12 in the Division 3 girls basketball rankings in a field of 69 teams. Medway was No. 1 at 7-2, followed by Watertown, Foxborough, Dover-Sherborn and Pentucket. St. Mary’s of Lynn, the defending Division 3 state champion, clocked in at No. 6. Saugus hosts Swampscott on Friday, Jan. 19 (6 p.m.) and Beverly on Monday, Jan. 22 (6 p.m.) to complete a threegame home stretch. SAUGUS-PEABODY WRESTLING TEAM TOPS DANVERS Saugus-Peabody wrestling had some more great results in a victory over Danvers. Here are the Saugus-Peabody winners: 106: Anna Felicio of Saugus over Casey Young of Danvers, 1:51. 113: Jake Murray of Saugus over Jason Burke of Danvers, 17-1. 120: Jackson Deleidi of Peabody over Joseph Moreschi of Danvers, 2:24. 138: Max LoRusso of Saugus over Mark Haskins of Danvers, 4:40. 144: Michael Maraio of Peabody over Brady Tersolo of Danvers, 2:44. 150: Justin Bremberg of Saugus over Nikolai Gilmore of Danvers, 1:59. 175: Freddy Espinal of Peabody over Ian McMahon of Danvers, 2:58. Saugus was scheduled to face Beverly on Wednesday, Jan. 17. The Sachems host a quad-match at Saugus High School on Saturday, Jan. 20, at 9:30 a.m. The team hosts Marblehead on Wednesday, Jan. 24, at 5:30 p.m. public library service in Saugus. Delayed Opening Monday: The Library will open at noon on Monday, Jan. 22, for staff training. Here are a few best bets for this coming week: • Monday, Jan. 22, from 3:45 to 5:45 p.m. in the Community Room: Math Tutoring for grades K-12 by students from the Pioneer Charter School of Science 2. There is no charge Saugus’ Freddy Espinal battled a Gloucester opponent recently. (Advocate photos by Emily Harney) and students from all schools are welcome. • Monday, from 6 to 7:30 p.m., “Just Sew” will be offered in the Community Room. Join a monthly sewing class for adults! This free program will teach you how to perform various sewing tasks you can begin to use right away. Sewing is a basic skill everyone should have. The class will cover beginner topics like sewing buttons, hemming clothing and mending torn fabric and move on to more advanced topics. Bring any projects you would like to work on. You can also bring your sewing machine for tips on machine sewing. If you don’t have a project right now, come anyway and learn from the class. Thread, needles, scissors and basic supplies will be provided. • Tuesday, Jan. 23, from 3:30 to 4 p.m., drop by the Craft Room for Friendship Storytime & Craft. Join Miss Steph for stories and activities focused on friendship & feelings! This is recommended for ages three and older. No registration necessary. Contact: Amy Melton at 781-231-4168 or email her at melton@noblenet.org. • Wednesday, Jan. 24, from 3:45 to 5:45 p.m. in the Brooks Room on the second floor: Math Tutoring for grades K-12 by students from the Pioneer Charter School of Science 2. There is no charge and students from all schools are welcome. • Wednesday, Jan. 24, from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m.: The Yoga Experience in the Community Room, a free, basic yoga class that is ideal for beginners. This 45-minute slow flow class opens with a brief meditation, followed by a gentle warmup, some core strengthening, standing postures, and flexibility poses. Each session winds down with deep relaxation. Lisa Poto is a registered yoga teacher and a member of the Yoga Alliance. She graduated from Barre & Soul’s 200-hour yoga teacher training program. • Thursday, Jan. 25, from 3:30 to 4 p.m., there will be a Chinese New Year Storytime with Kelly! Chinese New Year story, THE SOUNDS | SEE PAGE 14 The Sachems’ Max LoRusso wrapped up a Gloucester opponent recently.

Page 14 THE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FriDAy, JAnUAry 19, 2024 OBITUARIES Anne (Tambeau) Eisener packed right up until a few months before her death. Anne is survived by her O f Boise, Idaho. Passed away peacefully on December 28, 2023 at the age of 89. Born on October 7, 1934, Anne spent her childhood in Saugus with her parents and siblings. At 20, she married Charles Giovino and they raised six children together in Billerica, Massachusetts. Those were busy and challenging years, but they managed to travel and show their children the country from coast to coast, camping along the way. Later she married Lawrence Eisener, a retired Lieutenant Colonel and they settled in Sanford, Maine before later relocating to Boise, Idaho in retirement. The couple traveled together on military planes, staying at bases all over the world. Anne loved an adventure and always had her suitcase THE SOUNDS | FROM PAGE 13 craft and treat with Ms. Kelly in the Craft Room. This event is rescheduled from Jan. 18. No registration is required. This is intended for ages four and up. Contact Amy Melton at 781231-4168 or melton@noblenet.org. • Thursday Night Book Group from 6:30 to 7:45 p.m. in the Community Room. This month’s book is “Home Before Dark” by Riley Sager. • Saturday, Jan. 27 from 9:30 to 10 a.m. in the Crafts Room, Drop In: Let’s Get Ready for Kindergarten with Miss Steph. Join us for fun, educational activities to help prepare your preschooler for kindergarten. This is for ages three to five. No registration required. Contact Amy Melton at 781-2314168 or email her at melton@ noblenet.org. • UPCOMING: Henna for teens! On Tuesday, January 30, Mandy from Wicked Good Henna will be here to do custom henna tattoos from 4-5 p.m. in the Brooks Room. No registration necessary. Age 11 and up, please. Drop by and bring your children James C. Giovino, Amy Cooper, Joanna Kulesa, Antoinette Archambeau and Christopher Giovino and her sister Marguerite Smith as well as ten grandchildren, four great grandchildren and many nieces and nephews. She is preceded in death by her son Perry Giovino, her husband Lawrence Eisener, her former husband Charles Giovino, her parents Marguerite and Joseph Tambeau and siblings Joseph Tambeau, James Tambeau and Mary Wilkinson. Family and friends were invited to a beautiful service at St. Mark’s Catholic Church with her children and grandchildren in attendance. Anne will be interred with her husband Lawrence Eisener at the Boise Veterans Cemetery of Idaho. Anne is remembered as a kind and loving person and will be missed by many. Rest in peace and love. Mr. Carlos Eduardo Padron Stella O f Saugus. Passed away on Sunday January 7th, at Massachusetts General Hospital in Boston at the age of 88. He was the cherished husband friends. Contact Lisa LeJeune at 781-231168 or email her at lejeune@noblenet.org. Kowloon Komedy Lineup The Kowloon Restaurant, which is located at 948 Broadway (Route 1 North), Saugus, has set its Komedy Lineup for January 2024: January 26: Paul D’Angelo; 8 p.m. – $20. For all tickets, call the Kowloon Restaurant at 781-233-0077 or access online: www.kowloonrestaurant.com. Winter is calling at Breakheart If you love hiking, nature and the great outdoors, there’s a lot going on this winter at Breakheart Reservation – courtesy of the state Department of Conservation & Recreation (DCR). All programs are free and open to the public. An adult must accompany children. Reasonable accommodations are available upon request. Parking fees may apply depending on the program’s location. For more information, please email Jessica Narog-Hutton, Visitor Serher children Aglais, Katiuska, Daniel, and Felipe. Carlos will be rememof Francisca Costas, sharing 57 years of unwavering love and companionship. Born in New York, NY, and raised in Venezuela, Mr. Padron Stella was the son of the late Carlos Padron and Palmenia Stella. His bullfighting career led him to Puerto Rico at a young age, where he met Francisca, his beloved wife and where their enduring bond began. They moved back to Venezuela and lived there for 28 years before eventually moving to Saugus, MA 9 years ago. In addition to his devoted wife, Mr. Padron Stella is survived by his two daughters, Aida Padron of Arlington and Brenda Padron along with her husband John Miro of Revere. His legacy continues through his four cherished grandchildren: Sophia Arciniegas-Padron, Giancarlo Miro Padron, Xavier and Leonardo Gallardo Padron. He is also survived by his sister, Denis Padron, and vices Supervisor, at jessica. narog-hutton@mass.gov Here are a few programs that DCR has in the works: • On Sundays now through March, why not do something easy, like a Sunday morning hike from 10 a.m. to noon? Check in at the Visitor Center (177 Forest St., Saugus). Join the Park Interpreter for a weekly guided hike. Each trip will highlight natural and historic features that make Breakheart unique. Hikes will be moderately paced and range from two to three miles over sometimes uneven and rocky terrain. This activity is best suited for ages eight years and up. Meet at the Visitor Center. The hike will be canceled in the event of heavy rain. • On Thursdays now through March, the Camp Nihan Educational Center (121 Walnut St., Saugus) will offer the Wild Breakheart Series from 9 to 10 a.m. Join Breakheart staff for this rotating nature series that will explore different aspects of Breakheart in the wintertime. This month, check out the Winter Tree ID. Next month learn about animal tracking. Disbered for his unwavering dedication to his family and his vibrant spirit that touched the lives of all who knew him. His love for travel, diverse cultures and zest for life resonated with those around him, leaving an indelible mark on each person fortunate enough to have crossed paths with him. In lieu of flowers. You can donate in the memory of Carlos Padron at Boston Children’s Hospital. Arrangements by Bisbee-Porcella Funeral Home. For condolences www.BisbeePorcella.com. Kevin Mark Gregson 02/23/1958 - 12/04/2023 Born on February 23, 1958, in Saugus, Massachusetts, Kevin was the son of Beverly Gregson of Beverly, and George Gregson of Saugus, both of whom preceded him in death. Kevin will be deeply missed by his surviving loved ones, including his sisters Kris Mazza of New Vineyard, Maine, and Lisa Gregson of Beverly. He is also survived by his longtime companion, Gail LaPointe of Beverly, his nieces, nephews and his stepmother, Linda Gregson. Kevin attended St. John’s Prep, graduating with the Class of 1976. He enlisted in the Navy, then received his undergraduate degree at the University of Central Florida. He then furthered his education at the New England School of Law, receiving his JD and honing his legal skills. Throughout his career, Kevin worked as a Title Examiner/Attorney for various firms in Massachusetts. His dedication and expertise in the field made him a valued member of the industry. To honor Kevin’s life, a Celebration of Life will be held on January 21, 2024, at 1 pm. The event will take place at the MEG Foundation Building (formerly the Cliftondale School) at 54-58 Essex St, in Saugus. Kevin Mark Gregson’s presEVERLY - Kevin Mark Gregson, 65, of Beverly, passed away on December 4, 2023. B cover how tracks that animals leave behind can tell us a story about what they do when no one is around. In March, be a part of the Breakheart Birding Club. Discover what birds are starting to come back for the spring and what birds from the winter stay. • On Fridays, now through March, check out Kaleidoscope from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. at the Visitor Center (177 Forest St., Saugus). Come join a park interpreter for a story time and nature walk. Complete a small craft and explore the woods! Walks are gently paced and approximately one mile, though not accessible for strollers. This activity is appropriate for families with children who are three to five years old. Meet at the Visitor Center. • On Saturdays now through March, “Step into the Past” from 10 a.m.to noon at the Visitor Center (177 Forest St., Saugus). Join the park interpreter to discover the park history. Hikes are about two and a half miles and are moderate difficulty along rocky trails with several stops – best for adults and older children with a keen ence will forever be remembered by those who knew him. May he rest in peace. interest in history. Meet outside the Visitor Center. This activity will be canceled in the event of rain. • First and third Saturdays – Stories in Stone: Breakheart has been shaped not only by nature but by the many people who have called it home. • Second and fourth Saturdays – Glacial Giants: Countless clues to a glacial past dot the landscape. If one knows where to look, this hidden geologic history can be revealed. About The Saugus Advocate We welcome press releases, news announcements, freelance articles and courtesy photos from the community. Our deadline is noon Wednesday. If you have a story idea, an article or photo to submit, please email me at mvoge@ comcast.net or leave a message at 978-683-7773. Let us become your hometown newspaper. The Saugus Advocate is available in the Saugus Public Library, the Saugus Senior Center, Saugus Town Hall, local convenience stores and restaurants throughout town.

THE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FriDAy, JAnUAry 19, 2024 Page 15 Saugus Gardens in the Winter Here’s what’s blooming in town this week to make your walks more enjoyable Christmas rose in full bloom – not intimidated by last week’s snow, rain or cold (Photo courtesy of Laura Eisener) Twelve turkeys look for treats potentially hidden under pine needles across from the Saugus Iron Works National Historic Site parking lot. (Photo courtesy of Laura Eisener) By Laura Eisener M any people were out on Saturday afternoon observing the results of the storm surge. Hamilton Street was closed off because the Saugus River had risen across the bridge, and down at the Saugus Iron Works the corduroy bridges were covered by a few inches, as was the dock, though before sunset the tide was beginning to subside and people could walk on the dock and bridges as long as their footwear was waterproof. The wild turkeys (Meleagris gallopavo) have been walking around Saugus, but recently one of their favorite stomping grounds has been the Iron Works. Early this weekend a dozen of them were gathered in the small fenced in spaces where Pleasant Street meets Central Street – an odd little piece of the national park that remained as a result of changing the route of Central when digging for artifacts from 19481953. These two leftover land pieces have clusters of tall eastern white pines (Pinus strobus) where on Saturday the dozen birds were all kicking to turn over the long pine needles, looking for something delectable underneath. Not many plants grow under the dense mulch of pine needles, which can become fairly deep. The rafter of turkeys may have been looking for pine seeds from the scattered open cones, or possibly for insects hidden under the insulating pine needle mulch. There are few flowers in bloom outdoors in January in Saugus gardens, but with planning people can expect to have some flowers in winter. A handful of species in the hellebore genus (Helleborus spp.) are known for flowering in the coldest months, and these perennials have the added advantage of evergreen foliage. They are fairly low maintenance, and they all actually prefer shade and partial shade. They have been available, but not necessarily well-known, for many decades. In very recent years, this has changed due to availability of new hybrids with a wider range of shades, as well as the sale of them as showy flowering houseplants in the winter. Many people have no idea that these plants can be kept alive until the ground has warmed a bit and can be planted to become long-lasting reliable perennials. This year one of them – often known as Christmas rose (Helleborus niger) – came into nearly full bloom at Christmas. The ups and downs of temperature didn’t allow full bloom, though, until this week. This individual plant had been purchased as a houseplant last winter and planted outside in spring. This summer’s weather provided exactly what all species of Hellebore seem to like, which is an abundant supply of water. I realized that a couple of winters ago when my houseplants were constantly thirsty Deep pink Lenten rose hybrid buds may open in a month or so. (Photo courtesy of Laura Eisener) and would remind me by wilting dramatically If I did not provide water frequently enough. For a few years now I have had their relative, a Lenten rose (Helleborus orientalis) with deep pink to nearly maroon flowers out in the garden. Last year it had a number of buds that looked ready to bloom, but after over a month of checking them over, they completely collapsed on February 4 when the temperatures abruptly plummeted. Not only did they not bloom then, but they had to develop new buds and did not start blooming until much later in the spring than any I had ever seen. When will these deep pink buds open this A flock of honking geese startled a turkey into a tree on Tuesday morning. (Photo courtesy of Laura Eisener) The dock at the Saugus Iron Works National Historic Site as it reemerges from the waters Saturday afternoon (Photo courtesy of Laura Eisener) year? It all will depend on the capriciousness of weather. We have been hearing a lot this winter about “expectations,” a word that has been heard frequently in relation to football this season, but it can also be applied to gardens. Some years the plants perform beautifully, and other times the wrong weather, insect attack or even the gardener’s own inattention can result in a disappointing performance. Indoors we are waiting with bated breath for the appearance – or not – of buds on the amaryllis (Hippeastrum spp.) we had put into the dark in the fall. None of them bloomed at Christmas, but there are two plants now unboxed that have flower buds developing. One has two stalks, and one has just one, and I forgot to label the colors when I put them away. Editor’s Note: Laura Eisener is a landscape design consultant who helps homeowners with landscape design, plant selection and placement of trees and shrubs, as well as perennials. She is a member of the Saugus Garden Club and offered to write a series of articles about “what’s blooming in town” shortly after the outbreak of the COVID-19 pandemic. She was inspired after seeing so many people taking up walking.

Page 16 THE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FriDAy, JAnUAry 19, 2024 720-1562. Beacon Hill Roll Call By Bob Katzen If you have any questions about this week’s report, e-mail us at bob@beaconhillrollcall.com or call us at (617) Beacon Hill Roll Call Volume 49 - Report No. 2 January 8-12, 2024 Copyright © 2024 Beacon Hill Roll Call. All Rights Reserved. By Bob Katzen ..THE HOUSE AND SENATE: Beacon Hill Roll Call records ~ Legal Notice ~ COMMONWEALTH OF MASSACHUSETTS THE TRIAL COURT PROBATE AND FAMILY COURT Essex Probate and Family Court 36 Federal Street Salem, MA 01970 (978) 744-1020 Docket No. ES23D1335DR DIVORCE SUMMONS BY PUBLICATION AND MAILING Grace Y. Sholola vs. Oladele J. Sholola To the Defendant: The Plaintiff has filed a Complaint for Divorce requesting that the Court grant a divorce for Irretrievable Breakdown. The Complaint is on file at the Court. An Automatic Restraining Order has been entered in this matter preventing you from taking any action which would negatively impact the current financial status of either party. SEE Supplemental Probate Court Rule 411. You are hereby summoned and required to serve upon: Grace Y. Sholola, 17 Lilypond Ave., Saugus, MA 01906 your answer, if any, on or before 03/05/2024. If you fail to do so, the court will proceed to the hearing and adjudication of this action. You are also required to file a copy of your answer, if any, in the office of the Register of this Court. WITNESS, Hon. Frances M. Giordano, First Justice of this Court. Date: January 9, 2024 PAMELA CASEY O’BRIEN REGISTER OF PROBATE January 19, 2024 ~ LEGAL NOTICE ~ TOWN OF SAUGUS TREE DEPARTMENT THERE WILL BE A PUBLIC HEARING IN THE CONFERENCE ROOM AT TOWN HALL 298 CENTRAL STREET, SAUGUS, MA ON MONDAY, JANUARY 29, 2024 AT 6:00 PM. RELATIVE TO THE REMOVAL OF 11 TREES LOCATED ON TOWN OWNED PROPERTY AT 6 STANLEY TERRACE UNDER GENERAL LAWS CHAPTER 87 SECTION 3. SEE TREE LISTING BELOW Maple Tree #1 – 16 in DBH Maple Tree #2 – 16 in DBH Maple Tree #3 – 11 in DBH Maple Tree #4 – 13 in DBH Maple Tree #5 – 12 in DBH Maple Tree #6 – 5 in DBH Maple Tree #7 – 15 in DBH Maple Tree #8 – 11 in DBH Maple Tree #9 – 9 in DBH Maple Tree #10 – 5 in DBH Maple Tree #11 – 12 in DBH January 19, 26, 2024 local senators’ and representatives’ votes from the week of January 8-12. REVENGE PORN AND TEEN SEXTING (H 4241) House 151-0, approved and sent to the Senate a proposal that would prohibit the posting of sexually explicit images of another person online without their permission— commonly referred to as “revenge porn.” The practice is often used by ex-spouses or ex-partners. Massachusetts is one of only two states that does not have a law about this crime. The measure makes it illegal to do so and establishes a sentence of up to 2.5 years in prison and/ or a fine of up to $10,000; increases the upper limit of the fine for criminal harassment from $1,000 to $5,000; and allows a victim to petition the court for a harassment prevention order against a person who has violated this statute. Another provision changes current law under which minors, under 18 years of age, who share explicit images of themselves or other minors, can be charged with violating Massachusetts child pornography laws and are required to register with the Sex Offender Registry. The bill allows minors to be diverted to an educational program that would provide them with information about the consequences of posting or transmitting indecent visual depictions of minors. The legislation also expands the definition of abuse to include “coercive control,” which includes behaviors aimed at limiting a victim’s safety or autonomy. “The House has heard the urgent call of survivors to enhance protections and ensure that our laws keep up with technology,” said Rep. Mike Day (D-Stoneham), House Chair of the Committee on the Judiciary and the sponsor of the current version of the measure. “But the House doesn’t just listen, we act. It’s critical that these reforms pass into law quickly so that victims of coercive control, adolescent sexting and revenge porn aren’t left without relief.” “The sexting provisions provide law enforcement officers with a middle ground that will allow them to educate kids about the consequences of their actions without ruining their lives,” said Rep. Jeff Roy (D-Franklin), a sponsor of one of the earlier versions of the proposal. “It will have a tremendous impact on people who have become entangled in the web and transmittal of images that can cause traumatic and lifetime harm, through a diversion program that will educate them about the legal and personal consequences of this behavior.” “Protecting victims is the driving force behind these efforts and I am pleased we are giving prosecutors more tools to deal with these disturbing and dangerous situations,” said Rep. Richard Haggerty (D-Woburn), another sponsor of an earlier version of the bill. “By defining coercive control as abuse and closing revenge porn consent loopholes, this law protects against the severe emotional harm too often inflicted through non-physical tactics, sending a clear message that revenge porn, coercive control and criminal harassment have no place in Massachusetts.” Jane Doe Inc. (JDI), the Massachusetts Coalition Against Sexual Assault and Domestic Violence, released a statement applauding the Massachusetts House for unanimously passing the bill. JDI’s statement said that “this legislation will advance essential protections for survivors of sexual assault and domestic violence across the commonwealth, including stronger protections against image-based sexual assault – sometimes referred to as revenge porn – and coercive control, a pattern of deliberate behavior by an abuser that substantially restricts another person’s safety and autonomy.” (A “Yes” vote is for the bill.) ..Rep. Jessica Giannino ......... Yes ................................................... Rep. Donald Wong ..................... Yes DEEPFAKE IMAGES (H 4241) House 151-0, approved an amendment that would extend the restrictions on revenge porn to include “deepfake” pornography created by computer generation without a subject’s consent.Deepfake pornography typically uses some existing pornography that is digitally manipulated to replace one person’s face likeness with that of the subject’s face. “With the continued advancements in digital technology, AI-manufactured, dig(A “Yes” vote is for the amendment.) ..Rep. Jessica Giannino ......... Yes ................................................... Rep. Donald Wong ..................... Yes USE INTEREST FROM STATE’S “RAIN DAY FUND” TO LEVERAGE FEDERAL FUNDS (S 2548) Senate 39-0, approved and sent to the House a bill that would leverage the interest from the state’s Rainy Day Fund to better compete for federal dollars, to ensure the state receives the maximum possible share of federal funds and to pay down the state’s long term debt liabilities. The Rainy Day Fund currently has a historic balance of $8.2 billion. Supporters said the bill will require the state comptroller to transfer interest from the Rainy Day Fund to the Commonwealth Federal Matching and Debt Reduction Fund on a quarterly basis if the Rainy Day balance is of a healthy amount. The Secretary of Administration and Finance would then pursue federal funds for infrastructure, resiliency and economic development. Once federal grant opportunities expire, money in the fund will go toward reducing the state’s long-term liabilities. “Remaining competitive, equitable and affordable entails thinking creatively about our commonwealth’s finances and funding, and that is what we accomplished today in the Senate,” said Senate President Karen Spilka (D-Ashland). “We have been fiscally prudent in building up the largest rainyday fund in Massachusetts history, and today we are doubling down on our fiscal responsibility by using the interest on that fund to compete for federal dollars that will save our commonwealth even more in the long run.” “The legislation that the Senate approved today proBEACON HILL ROLL | SEE PAGE 17 itized nude photos are our latest phase of exploitation,” said sponsor Rep. Tricia Farley-Bouvier (D-Pittsfield). “At this time, anyone’s image can be realistically altered to create pornography and then shared without their consent. This amendment takes the critical step to filling the gap being created with this fast-advancing technology and begin to address the pervasive problem of non-consensual deepfake pornography.”

THE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FriDAy, JAnUAry 19, 2024 Page 17 BEACON HILL ROLL | FROM PAGE 16 vides us with a smart accounting measure that we can utilize to effectively stretch and maximize our taxpayer dollars to place the commonwealth in the very best position to compete for these lucrative federal funds, while also ensuring we continue to protect our rainy day reserves and adhere to sound fiscal discipline,” said Sen. Mike Rodrigues (D-Westport), Chair of the Senate Committee on Ways and Means. “Government is all about partnership.” (A “Yes” vote is for the bill.) .. Sen. Brendaфn Crighton ... Yes REQUIRE THE GOVERNOR TO GIVE 30 DAYS NOTICE (S 2548) Senate 38-0 and 38-0, approved two amendments to the bill that leverages the interest from the state’s Rainy Day Fund to better compete for federal dollars. Both amendments make the governor’s spending and transfers of funds subject to a 30-day advance reporting requirement to allow the Legislature and the public to know what is being considered before any actions are taken. “This bill gives the governor and her administration the unilateral power to control what could potentially be millions of public dollars generated from the interest earned by the state’s stabilization fund,” said Sen. Bruce Tarr (R-Gloucester), the sponsor of both amendments. “Power must be balanced by the transparency and accountability these amendments provide. They will ensure that the Legislature and the public know what is happening with these precious public resources before it happens.” (Both roll calls are listed.On both roll calls, a “Yes” vote is for the amendment.) .. Sen. Brendan Crighton ...... Yes/Yes ALSO UP ON BEACON HILL DON’T MISS THIS “HOW CAN WE ACHIEVE HEALTH CARE EQUITY IN MASSACHUSETTS” EVENT - Join MASSterList and the State House News Service for an in-person event at the Massachusetts Continuing Legal Education (MCLE) in Downtown Crossing, Boston on January 23 from 7:30 a.m. to 10 a.m. Massachusetts health care is renowned for its leadership and innovation and yet it falls alarmingly short in delivering equitable access and outcomes. Health data has consistently revealed an array of morally indefensible health disparities along racial lines, including in maternal health, diabetes opioid use and access to preventive care. The in-depth discussion includes health leaders, including providers, advocates and elected officials, on the next steps that are needed for Massachusetts to achieve health equity for all, and how different sectors, leaders, and communities can get involved. Details and sign up: https://massterlist.com/health-equity PROHIBIT GIVING LIFE WITHOUT PAROLE SENTENCES TO 18, 19 AND 20 YEAR OLDS - A 4-3 ruling by the State Supreme Judicial Court (SJC) overruled the Legislature and ruled that life sentences without the possibility of parole for offenders who were 18, 19 or 20 when they committed their crimes violate the prohibition against cruel or unusual punishment and are unconstitutional. “Bravo, a strong juvenile justice victory,” posted Sen. Jamie Eldridge (D-Marlborough) on X. #cjreform advocates estimate around 200 incarcerated people could be eligible for parole from the SJC ruling, with more decisions to come.” Some legislators said the court overstepped its boundaries and violated the constitution’s separation of powers. “Passing laws that make crimes and set sentences is the province of the Legislature, and if the majority of the court wants to get into that business, then they ought to resign from the court and run for the Legislature,” said Rep. Jeff Turco (D-Winthrop). “Today’s ruling underscores the importance of our legal system acknowledging the ongoing brain development of young people in order to improve public safety, reduce recidivism and deliver justice,” said Attorney General Andrea Campbell. “The science emphatically demonstrates that young people have an extraordinary capacity to change and mature, and our justice system should provide them the invaluable opportunity to turn their lives around and fulfil their potential.” ZERO EMISSIONS BY 2040 (S 2488) – The Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy Committee held a hearing on legislation that would accelerate the decrease of carbon emissions by requiring the state to achieve net zero emissions by 2040, instead of current law which sets the goal for 2050. “I filed this legislation because the latest scientific consensus indicates the worst effects of our climate crisis have begun to unravel,” said sponsor Sen. Marc Pacheco (D-Taunton).“In terms of our collective progress toward net zero emissions, we are crawling when the science clearly demonstrates we need to be sprinting.We have now already reached the point where you don’t need to look at the science, just look out your window.” REQUIRE INTERNET SERVICE PROVIDERS TO GET CUSTOMER’S CONSENT (H 3179) – Another measure heard by the Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy Committee would prohibit telecommunications or internet service providers from collecting personally identifiable information from a customer as a result of the customer’s use of the telecommunications or internet services, without the customer’s express written approval. “[The bill] seeks to empower consumers by allowing them to take control of how their personal information is collected and disseminated,” said sponsor Rep. Brad Jones (R-North Reading). “At a time of growing privacy concerns, this bill will help to ensure that no personally identifiable information is shared by a telecommunications or internet service provider without the customer’s explicit written consent and will give the customer the power to revoke that consent at any time.” STUDENTS MUST TAKE A FINANCIAL LITERACY COURSE (H 4199) – The Education Committee held a public hearing on legislation that would require the Department of Elementary and Secondary Education to develop and assist in the implementation of curriculum on personal financial literacy to equip students with the knowledge and skills they need to become self-supporting and to enable them to make critical decisions regarding personal finances. All students in grades 9-12 would be required to take the course. The components of the curriculum would include the understanding of loans, borrowing money, interest, credit card debt and online commerce; the rights and responsibilities of renting or buying a home; saving, investing and planning for retirement; banking and financial services; balancing a checkbook; state and federal taxes; charitable giving; preventing identity theft; avoiding online scams; and learning a basic understanding of cryptocurrencies. “Far too many of our young people are thrust into life after high school with limited education on basic financial skills and habits,” said sponsor Rep. Ryan Hamilton (D-Methuen). “This is unacceptable in a world where ever-increasing college costs lead to high student debt burden and inflated rent and living costs make finding a stable job and place to live challenging for our young people especially. Ensuring that all students in Massachusetts receive financial literacy education prior to graduation is critical to both empowering the next generation and spreading greater information on healthy money practices throughout our communities.” BEACON HILL ROLL | SEE PAGE 18 10 YEAR PAYOUT FOR RMDs The IRS has clarified when non-spouse beneficiaries of IRA or 401(k) accounts must withdraw monies from the account after the owner’s death. These withdrawals are known as Required Minimum Distributions (RMD’s). If the account owner dies prior to the Required Beginning Date (RBD), the date the account owner must begin withdrawing monies from the IRA account or 401(k) account, the beneficiary must empty out the account by the end of the 10th year following the account owner’s death. If the account owner dies after the RBD, the beneficiary must withdraw monies out of the inherited IRA or 401(k) account each year and must also empty the account by the end of the 10th year after the account owner’s death. The RBD is now age 73 under the SECURE ACT 2.0. Pursuant to IRS Notice 202253, the IRS intends on following this approach. As an example of how this area of the tax law operates in practice, assume a mother and father both die in a simultaneous death. The mother is age 69 and the father is age 74. They have one child who is named the 100% secondary beneficiary of each of their IRA accounts. Since the mother had not yet reached her RBD, the child simply needs to empty out this inherited IRA account by the end of the 10TH year following her death. No annual RMDs are required. Since the father died after his RBD, the child needs to withdraw annual RMDs from this inherited IRA account over a 10- year period and must also empty it out by the end of the 10th year following his death. If an IRA or 401(k) owner dies before his RBD and the beneficiary is the owner’s estate or a nonqualifying Trust, the beneficiary must empty out the account by the end of the 5th year following the account owner’s death. No RMDs are required during this five-year period. If, however, the account owner dies after his RBD, the estate or nonqualifying Trust can withdraw the remaining account balance over the remaining life expectancy in years of the account owner reduced by 1 each year after death. This is often referred to as the “ghost” life expectancy. If a qualifying Trust is the beneficiary of the IRA or 401(k) plan, then the five-year period is extended to 10 years. Essentially, the Trust must be a conduit or see-through Trust meaning the beneficiaries are clearly identified pursuant to the provisions of the Trust. Once the account owner starts withdrawing RMDs, they cannot subsequently be turned off after his or her death. If, however, the surviving spouse is the beneficiary of the IRA or 401(k) account, he or she can establish his or her own “spousal” IRA account and refrain from taking RMDs so long as he or she has not yet obtained the age of 73 under the SECURE ACT 2.0. Once reaching the age of 73, RMDs must be withdrawn based upon the IRS life expectancy tables. Joseph D. Cataldo is an estate planning/elder law attorney, Certified Public Accountant, Certified Financial Planner, AICPA Personal Financial Specialist and holds a masters degree in taxation.

Page 18 THE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FriDAy, JAnUAry 19, 2024 BEACON HILL ROLL | FROM PAGE 17 QUOTABLE QUOTES “I am proud to support the We follow Social Distancing Guidelines! Frank Berardino MA License 31811 • 24 - Hour Service • Emergency Repairs BERARDINO Plumbing & Heating Residential & Commercial Service Gas Fitting • Drain Service 617.699.9383 Senior Citizen Discount Equality Model Bill as it acknowledges the lived reality of traffi cking survivors and the inherent exploitation of prostituted persons. My Office’s Human Traffi cking Division is a proud member of the Commonwealth’s Anti-Traffi cking Task Force, a statewide, collaborative approach for combatting both labor and sex traffi cking in Massachusetts. We will continue to work with survivors, law enforcement, community organizations and elected offi cials to elevate this critical work and ensure protections for survivors.” --- Attorney General Andrea Campbell as local sex trade survivors joined advocates and lawmakers at the Massachusetts State House to recognize National Human Traffi cking Awareness Day. “The application looks very similar to the ones that were sent out in 2022 and 2020. These official mailings have the state seal printed on the outside, to help voters distinguish them from any political mailings they may also be receiving.” --- Secretary of State Bill Galvin telling voters to be on the lookout for their Offi cial 2024 Vote by Mail Application, as the March 5 Presidential primary gets closer. “Our audits help to identify where there may be defi - ciencies, a lack of oversight, or a need for greater accountability across state government. We commend the [the National Guard] for taking responsibility for addressing the areas of concern raised in our audit to ensure they are making necessary improvements.” ---State Auditor Diana DiZoglio releasing an audit of the Massachusetts National Guard indicating some fl aws by the guard including that the guard did not keep adequate records for service members enrolling in state colleges and universities through the Massachusetts Army and Air Force National Guard Tuition and Fee Reimbursement Program. “This new program seeks to provide funding for women students, who may not be able to access scholarship and grant funding typically available to more traditional students, to continue their education and path to economic success.” ---Massachusetts Commission on the Status of Women Commissioner Denella Clark announcing a new scholarship program. HOW LONG WAS LAST WEEK’S SESSION? Beacon Hill Roll Call tracks the length of time that the House and Senate were in session each week. Many legislators say that legislative sessions are only one aspect of the Legislature’s job and that a lot of important work is done outside of the House and Senate chambers. They note that BEACON HILL ROLL | SEE PAGE 19 ~ Help Wanted ~ Now Hiring Deli Clerks & Deli Manager Flexible Hours - We will work with the right candidates! Positive Attitude and Enthusiastic Customer Service a must. Apply online or ask for Joe or Mary at the Store. McKINNON’S EVERETT - 620 Broadway, Everett Your Hometown News Delivered! EVERETT ADVOCATE MALDEN ADVOCATE REVERE ADVOCATE SAUGUS ADVOCATE One year subscription to The Advocate of your choice: $150 per paper in-town per year or $200 per paper out-of-town per year. Name_________________________________________ Address_______________________________________ City_______________ State_______ Zip ____________ CC# _______________________________ Exp. _____ Sec. code____ Advocate (City):___________________ Clip & Mail Coupon with Credit Card, Check or Money Order to: Advocate Newspapers Inc. PO Box 490407, Everett, MA 02149 Clean-Outs! We take and dispose from cellars, attics, garages, yards, etc. Call Robert at: 781-844-0472 Scan Cell Phone Here For More Information!

THE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FriDAy, JAnUAry 19, 2024 Page 19 U.S. Census Bureau stated that who are the largest U.S. minority group? 10. What has a denominator and a numerator? 1. On Jan. 19, 1809, what author of the poem “The Raven” was born in Boston? 2. What 1912 presidential candidate had the slogan “A Square Deal All Around”? 3. What is an ace worth in blackjack? 4. On Jan. 20, 1937, Franklin D. Roosevelt had the first U.S. presidential inauguration taking place in January; which of his four presidential inaugurations was it? 5. In 1845 in Boston, Macon Bolling Allen argued before a jury – in BEACON HILL ROLL | FROM PAGE 18 their jobs also involve committee work, research, constituent work and other matters that are important to their districts. Critics say that the Legislature does not meet regularly or long enough to dewhat is believed to be the fi rst time for an African American lawyer to do so; in what populous county was he a JP? 6. On Jan. 21, 1908, NYC passed the “Sullivan Ordinance,” making it illegal for whom to smoke in public? 7. In 1860 what presidential candidate had the slogan “Vote yourself a farm and horses”? 8. What country has won the most medals at the Winter Olympics: Norway, Switzerland or USA? 9. On Jan. 22, 2003, the bate and vote in public view on the thousands of pieces of legislation that have been fi led. They note that the infrequency and briefl ength of sessions are misguided and lead to irresponsible late-night sessions and a mad rush to act on dozens of bills in the days immediately preceding the end 11. In January 2018, 12 camels at Saudi Arabia’s King Abdulaziz Camel Beauty Contest were disqualified because their owners used what on the camels’ lips? 12. In what year did Alaska and Hawaii join the USA: 1940, 1959 or 1961? 13. What is light amplification by stimulated emission of radiation more commonly known as? 14. On Jan. 23, 1989, what Spanish painter of “Melting Watch” and of an annual session. During the week of January 8-12, the House met for a total of four hours and 41 minutes and the Senate met for a total of three hours and 53 minutes. Mon. Jan. 8House11:03 a.m. to 11:12 a.m. Senate 11:11 a.m. to 11:19 a.m. “The Persistence of Memory” died? 15. What weighs the least: animal cells, atoms or neutrinos? 16. Who had the presidential campaign slogan “Not Just Peanuts”? 17. January 24 is Beer Can Appreciation Day; on Jan. 24 in what year did Krueger Brewing Co. sell the fi rst canned beer: 1915, 1929 or 1935? 18. What Asian city is nicknamed “Monte Carlo of the Orient”? 19. In what country is Bushmills, the world’s oldest licensed whiskey distillery? 20. On Jan. 25, 1961, what animated film with a dog breed in its title was released? Tues.Jan. 9No House session No Senate session Wed. Jan. 10 House11:01 a.m. to2:56p.m. No Senate session. Thurs. Jan. 11 House11:01 a.m. to11:38 a.m. Senate 11:00 a.m. to 2:45 p.m. Fri. Jan. 12 No House session No Senate session Bob Katzen welcomes feedback at bob@beaconhillrollcall.com Bob founded Beacon Hill Roll Call in 1975 and was inducted into the New England Newspaper and Press Association (NENPA) Hall of Fame in 2019. SAUGUS Spacious penthouse unit in Walnut Place Condominiums, downtown Peabody. Conveniently P E A B O D Y located near restaurants, shops, and major highways to the North Shore. Less than 2 miles from commuter rail. Features 2 large bedrooms with walk-in closets. Open floor plan, balcony with city views. Kitchen with new quartz countertops, stainless-steel appliances (stove and refrigerator replaced within 4 years). In-unit washer/dryer (new in 2020), gas heating system, and water heater replaced in 2022. Hardwood floors, remote ceiling fans for comfort. Includes 1 deeded garage parking space, ample outside parking. Rent: $2,750.00 per month. First, last, $1500 security, and 1-month broker fee. Tenant background check and completed application required. S A U G U S C O MM E R C I A L & R E S I D E N T I A L P R O P E R T Y Exceptional investment opportunity! Long-standing commercial fishing pier/residential property adjacent to Saugus Waterfront Mixed Use Overlay District (WMOD). Owner petitioning Town of Saugus for inclusioninWMOD,providingdiverselandusepossibilitiesperArticle18 in Saugus Zoning Bylaws. Zoning contingency applies to sale. Property featureslicensedpier,boatstorage,residentialusewithpermittedaccessory dwellingunit.Utilities include electricity,water topier, andnatural gas to dwelling.Deedtransferforpierrights.Offeredat$1,455,000.ContactSue at617-877-4553fordetails. 3 8 M A I N S T . S A U G U S ( 7 8 1 ) 5 5 8 - 1 0 9 1 Introducing an exquisite 4,381 sq ft Colonial in Saugus, nestled in Hammersmith Village. Open-concept kitchen with island, stainless steel appliances, and granite countertops. Living room with gas fireplace, sunroom with cathedral ceilings, and deck. Second floor features main bedroom, lavish main bathroom, two bedrooms, and spacious secondary bathroom. Bonus room on second floor is 25x25 feet. Lower level offers additional living space and full bath. Serene land space surrounds the residence. Modern amenities include central air, new roof and heating systems, security systems, 2 water meters, and a 2-car garage. A symphony of luxury and convenience, capturing beauty and refinement in every detail. Mango Realty has extended our business model to rentals, property management and short-term rentals and use the platform such as Airbnb, including our Rockport office. Contact Information: For inquiries and to schedule a viewing, please call Sue Palomba at +1 (617) 8774553 or email soldwithsue@gmail.com. 2 0 R A I L R O A D A V E . R O C K P O R T ( 9 7 8 ) - 9 9 9 - 5 4 0 8 MONTHLY RENT:$1,495.00 1 Bedroom: Spacious and cozy, your new home awaits with a well-designed bedroom for your comfort. 1 Car Parking: Enjoy the luxury of your own parking space, ensuring hassle-free arrivals and departures. Across from Bus Stop: Commuting made easy! The apartment is conveniently located right across from a bus stop, providing seamless access to public transportation. Close to Major Routes: Whether you're heading to the airport, Boston, or other destinations, you'll appreciate the proximity to major routes for a smooth commute. Nearby Amenities: Explore the convenience of being close to shopping, dining, and entertainment options for a vibrant lifestyle. YOUR IDEAL HOME AWAITS IN SAUGUS! CHARMING 1-BR APARTMENTWITH PARKING, PROXIMITY, ANDMORE - ONLY $1,495/MONTH! Your Ideal Home Awaits in Saugus! Charming 1-BR Apartment with Parking, Proximity, and More - Only $1,495/Month! Discover the perfect blend of comfort and convenience in this Saugus gem! A delightful 3-room, 1-bedroom apartment is now available for rent, offering a lifestyle of ease and accessibility. 1 4 N O R W O O D S T . E V E R E T T ( 7 8 1 ) - 5 5 8 - 1 0 9 1 SAUGUS ANSWERS 1. Edgar Allan Poe 2. Theodore Roosevelt 3. 1 or 11 4. The second 5. Middlesex 6. Women 7. Abraham Lincoln 8. Norway 9. Hispanics 10. A fraction 11. Botox 12. 1959 13. Laser 14. Salvador Dali 15. Neutrinos 16. Jimmy Carter 17. 1935 18. Macau 19. Ireland 20. “101 Dalmatians” RENTED UNDERAGREEMENT RENTED

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Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices and the Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices symbol are registered service marks of Columbia Insurance Company, a Berkshire Hathaway affiliate. Equal Housing Opportunity. 1st-floor family room, and a great side street location. SAUGUS $489,900 5-room ranch offers 2 bedrooms, hardwood floors, a fireplaced living room, and an enclosed sunroom. UNDER CONTRACT FOR SALE- NOTHING TO DO BUT MOVE IN! COMPLETELY REHABBED 2 FAMILY FEATURING 2 LEVEL OWNERS UNIT WITH 3 BEDS AND 2 BATHS. 3RD FLOOR MASTER SUITE WITH BEAUTIFUL CUSTOM TILED SHOWER, SITTING AREA AND WALK IN CLOSET. BOTH UNITS HAVE CUSTOM BUILT-IN ENTERTAINMENT CENTERS WITH FIREPLACE AND WIFI TV'S. NEW KITCHENS WITH QUARTZ COUNTERS AND STAINLESS STEEL APPLIANCES. NEW SOLID OAK HARDWOOD FLOORING THROUGHOUT ALL THREE LEVELS. BOTH UNITS HAVE IN-UNIT WASHER/DRYER HOOK UPS. FRESH PAINT THROUGHOUT. NEW ROOF, NEW VINYL SIDING, NEW WINDOWS, NEW EXTERIOR AND INTERIOR DOORS, NEW MAINTENANCE-FREE DECK OVERLOOKING LARGE PRIVATE LOT. NEW HEATING SYSTEMS, NEW CENTRAL AC SYSTEMS, NEW WATER HEATERS, ALL NEW PLUMBING, EACH UNIT HAS ALL NEW 200 AMP ELECTRICAL, NEW ASPHALT DRIVEWAY. NEW BATHROOMS WITH CUSTOM TILE BATHS/SHOWERS AND QUARTZ COUNTERS. SPRAY FOAM INSULATION AND SOUND INSULATION IN BETWEEN FLOORS, 2 CAR GARAGE WITH NEW ROOF, NEW SIDING, NEW DOOR AND MOTOR. SAUGUS $ 999,999 CALL KEITH 781-389-0791 LOOKING FOR EXPERIENCED AGENTS WHO WANT A NO HASSLE, NO NONSENSE OFFICE. WE ARE LOOKING FOR AGENTS WHO WANT TO MAKE A DECENT PAY WITHOUT PAYING HIGH FEES. ARE YOU A GO GETTER? PERHAPS BI-LINGUAL? CALL US TODAY! KEITH 781-389-0791 FOR SALE LAND COMING SOON COMING SOON-BRAND NEW CONSTRUCTION COLONIAL LOCATED ON A NICE SIDE STREET NOT FAR FROM ELEMENTARY SCHOOLS AND THE CENTER OF TOWN. 4 BEDS, 3.5 BATH WITH HARDWOOD THROUGH-OUT. BEAUTIFUL KITCHEN AND BATHS. 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SAUGUS $649,900 CALL KEITH 781-389-0791 UNDER CONTRACT FOR SALE-FOUR FAMILY INVESTMENT PROPERTY IN DOWNTOWN SQUARE AREA CLOSE TO PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION. EACH UNIT IS RENTED WITH LONG TERM TENANTS AND EACH UNIT HAS IT’S OWN SEPARATE ENTRANCE. TWO NEWER GAS HEATING SYSTEMS, SEPARATE ELECTRIC METERS, 2 DRIVEWAYS AND PARKING FOR UP TO 8 CARS. WILL BE DELIVERED OCCUPIED. PEABODY $975,500 CALL RHONDA 781-706-0842 CHRISTOPHER RIZZA 781-589-9081 CALL HIM FOR ALL YOUR REAL ESTATE NEEDS YOUNG ONE BEDROOM IN GOOD CONDITION IN A DESIRABLE PARK WITH 2 PARKING SPOTS. SOLD AS IS. SUBJECT TO PROBATE DANVERS $99,900 UPDATED 2 BEDROOM WITH NEWER KITCHEN, BATH, RUBBER ROOF, WINDOWS, SIDING AND APPLIANCES. FULL SIZE LAUNDRY. DANVERS $99,900 LOOKING TO BUY OR SELL? SPACIOUS UNIT IN VERY DESIRABLE MOBILE ESTATES IN PEABODY. NICE YARD 2 CAR PARKING PROPANE HEAT, HANDICAP ACCESSIBLE GREAT FOR THE HANDYMAN OR CONTRACTOR NEEDS WORK SOLD AS IS CONDITION PEABODY $99,900 PRE-CONSTRUCTION. WELCOME TO SHADY OAKS BRAND NEW MANUFACTURED HOME COMMUNITY. AFFORDABLE YET UPSCALE LIVING , EACH HOME HAS AMPLE SQUARE FOOTAGE WITH 2 BEDROOMS AND 2 BATHS. ONE WILL HAVE 3 BEDROOMS AND ONE BATH. OPEN CONCEPT PERFECT FOR ENTERTAINING. HIGH QUALITY FINISHES FROM TOP TIER APPLIANCES TO ELEGANT FINISHES.. A SERENE WOODED SETTING WHILE BEING CONVENIENT TO SCHOOLS, SHOPPING, DINING AND MAJOR TRANSPORTATION ROUTES. THIS IS AN EXCEPTIONAL OPPORTUNITY TO OWN A PIECE OF THIS THRIVING COMMUNITY AT AN UNBELIEVABLE PRICE. LOW PARK RENT OF 450 A MONTH. INCLUDES TAXES, WATER AND SEWER, RUBBISH REMOVAL AND SNOW PLOWING. ACT NOW BEFORE PRICE INCREASE. EXPECTED OCCUPANCY DATE APRIL 2024 DANVERS $249,900 CALL ERIC 781-223-0289

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