THE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FRIDAY, JANUARY 27, 2023 Page 5 ilton Street, across from the Fire Station. But when I lived in Precinct 8, my wife and I — just like a lot of people — would love to walk down or drive down to the restaurant. It just had that kind of community feel to it. And people miss that. Q: Any other thoughts? Anything else you want to share? Do you think you will get a big turnout on Jan. 30 at the Saugus Public Library for the fi rst in a series of “Saugus Over Coff ee”? A: I think we might get a The historic home of Saugus Town Government: Saugus Town Hall, built in 1875, is one of several important buildings located in Precinct 1, including the Saugus Public Library, the Scott J. Procopio Saugus American Legion Post 210 and the Roby School Building, which once housed Saugus Public Schools Administration offi ces. (Saugus Advocate photo by Mark E. Vogler) wanted to make some foot traffi c in that area, you could possibly make it into a restaurant, because one thing that was mentioned to me was people used to come down here to La Vita Mia [former Italian restaurant on Hamilton Street]. It was a good restaurant — a good area that was within walking distance where you would know people. It just had a good community feel to it. One of the things that people have mentioned is that it would be nice if they could put a restaurant like that in the center of town. And they ask if the Roby has the capacity to do that. That could also be an idea for possible reuse of the building as well. Q: But La Vita Mia was not in your precinct. A: Right, it was over on Hamturnout because people will want to see what “Saugus Over Coff ee” is about. So, not only will you have people from the precinct come, but I think you might have maybe either Town Meeting members or other town offi cials attend. And because Precinct 1 will be the fi rst, you will get Town Meeting members and residents curious as to what it’s about and what people in Precinct 1 think is their most important issue. Q: When you think of Precinct 1, what is the landmark that comes to mind? One landmark. A: The Saugus Iron Works. Saugus Iron Works is beautiful, especially in the fall — October and November; it’s absolutely beautiful there with the foliage, along with the crisp autumn air. And what’s special about the Iron Works is this past summer they had a concert series there. And a lot of people really enjoyed that, especially people in the precinct, because a lot of times you could just go outside your house and pull up a chair and just basically hear everything. I think people really enjoyed the concert series at the Iron Works. Not only is it a beautiful place and a historic site, but I think you are starting to see the town really utilize that, especially for the summer concert series. Q: If there’s a historic fi gure who fi gures into Precinct 1, who would that be? A: I think it would be Major Appleton. And if you go up along Appleton Street, right in the middle there’s a big rock, and unless you actually slowed down, you would hardly know it’s even there. It’s the place where Major Appleton gave his speech against the royal governor [Sir Edmund Andros] at the time, who was part of the British Colonial Empire. A watch was stationed on the hill in case any of the British offi cers approached. AUTOTECH $$ CASH FOR YOUR CAR, TRUCK OR SUV! $$ DRIVE IT - PUSH IT - TOW IT! Cold Hard Cash for Your Vehicle! Get your vehicle Winter Ready! We Offer A Complete Safety Check! • Coolant Special with Oil Change • Top Off All Fluids • Synthetic Blend Oil Change Only $79.95 2012 SMART CAR CABRIOLET Convertible, Excellent Condition, Deluxe Package, Heated Seats, Most Power Options, Clean Title, Only 81K Miles! TRADES WELCOME! $9,900 Easy Financing Available! (Most vehicles) 2013 KIA SOUL Loaded with Power Options, Sun Roof, Heated Seats, Remote Starter, Clean Title, Only 86K Miles! TRADES WELCOME! $7,995 (781) 321-8841 • (617) 571-9869 1236 EasternAve • Malden EddiesAutotech.com Vehicle! We Pay Cash For Your 4.25 This historic marker on Appleton Street pays tribute to Major Samuel Appleton, who made a speech on this rock in 1687 denouncing the tyranny of the Royal Governor. (Saugus Advocate photo by Mark E. Vogler) %APY* Special 9 Month CD Watch your savings soar! Ask about our in-home or IMPRESSIVE INTEREST AND A SHORT TERM JUST MAKES SENSE. Here’s your chance to run the numbers in your favor. Everett Bank’s 9 Month CD with an amazing 4.25% APY* Easily calculate better earnings with Everett Bank’s 9 Month CD. Go to everettbank.com for details. *Annual Percentage Yield (APY) is accurate as of the date posted and is subject to change without notice. APY assumes that interest
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