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Page 14 THE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – Friday, March 13, 2020 THE SOUNDS OF SAUGUS By Mark Vogler H ere are a few tidbits that you might want to know about this week in Saugus. Fear of the unknown It’s plenty scary enough, not knowing just how serious the Coronavirus is. Initially, I thought that these last couple of months could amount to a lot of unnecessary hype, blowing things out or proportion. But the more I read about it, the more I wonder if Americans are taking the reported health threats as seriously as they should be. And every day, something new happens that makes you wonder what’s next. Even though just one case has been reported in Essex County so far, there could be a lot of people carrying the virus who don’t even know about it. I was sitting down the other day in a downtown sandwich shop, and I asked two students from the Belmonte Middle School whether they were talking much about it in their classrooms. The kids told me that most students thought it was a joke and that there wasn’t much discussion about it. I’m sure that will change as the number of reported cases increase, as the disruptions continue to mount up – cancellations of some colleges and high school classes in the state already. Pretty ~ 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. ES20P0669EA Estate of: Domenico Ternullo Also known as: Domenic Ternullo, Domenico Ternullo Date of Death: 08/30/2019 CITATION ON PETITION FOR FORMAL ADJUDICATION To all interested persons: A Petition for Formal Probate of Will with Appointment of Personal Representative has been filed by Fabiana Lucia Ternullo of Saugus, MA requesting that the Court enter a formal Decree and Order and for such other relief as requested in the Petition. The Petitioner requests that Fabiana Lucia Ternullo of Saugus, MA be appointed as Personal Representative(s) of said estate to serve Without Surety on the bond in an unsupervised administration. IMPORTANT NOTICE You have the right to obtain a copy of the Petition from the Petitioner or at the Court. You have a right to object to this proceeding. To do so, you or your attorney must file a written appearance and objection at this Court before: 10:00 a.m. on the return day of 04/21/2020. This is NOT a hearing date, but a deadline by which you must file a written appearance and objection if you object to this proceeding. If you fail to file a timely written appearance and objection followed by an affidavit of objections within thirty (30) days of the return day, action may be taken without further notice to you. UNSUPERVISED ADMINISTRATION UNDER THE MASSACHUSETTS UNIFORM PROBATE CODE (MUPC) A Personal Representative appointed under the MUPC in an unsupervised administration is not required to file an inventory or annual accounts with the Court. Persons interested in the estate are entitled to notice regarding the administration directly from the Personal Representative and may petition the Court in any matter relating to the estate, including the distribution of assets and expenses of administration. WITNESS, Hon. Jennifer M. R. Ulwick, First Justice of this Court. Date: March 09, 2020 PAMELA A. CASEY O’BRIEN REGISTER OF PROBATE March 13, 2020 soon, health officials will be advising folks not to go to the movies or to avoid crowds at popular restaurants. Until it affects you close to home, you probably don’t care about it. But, hopefully, it does turn out to be a lot of hype. But the way things have been breaking the last couple of days, it seems like there’s plenty to be concerned about. Stay tuned. AG’s Office warnings on COVID-19 scams This is from state Attorney General Maura Healey, a warning to Massachusetts residents to be on alert for individuals and businesses that may try to take advantage of uncertainty about the coronavirus. “Fears about the coronavirus are on the rise and so are those looking to capitalize on uncertainty about its impact in Massachusetts,” said AG Healey. “We want consumers to be vigilant when it comes to fraud and abuse and encourage everyone to learn how to protect themselves from scams and use our office as a resource.” Healey encourages residents to follow these tips: Beware of false and misleading information: Visit reputable sources like the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), the World Health Organization or the Massachusetts Department of Public Health for updates on the novel coronavirus and its impact in Massachusetts, and beware of untrustworthy sources that might be spreading false information. Stay home if you’re sick: Most workers in Massachusetts have the right to earn and use up to 40 hours of job-protected sick time per year. Under state laws, workers must earn at least one hour of earned sick leave for every 30 hours worked. Learn more about your right to paid sick time on the AG’s website. If you think your employer is violating the earned sick time law, call the AG’s Fair Labor Division at 617-727-3465 or file a complaint online. Get help with health insurance questions: If you have a problem with health insurance claims or medical bills or think you might be the victim of a scam, the AG’s Health Care Division may be able to help. Call the helpline with questions or complaints at 1-888-830-6277. Watch out for high-priced or low-quality products: Media reports have suggested prices are increasing on products like hand sanitizer and face masks. The AG’s Office encourages the public to read health recommendations from the CDC when deciding whether a purchase is necessary. Research before you make a purchase, only buy from reputable companies and don’t pay an unfair price for something you may not need. Report instances of what seem like unreasonably high prices or defective products to the AG’s Consumer Protection Division at 617-727-8400. Don’t trust anyone offering vaccinations or other treatments: There is currently no vaccine for COVID-19. The AG’s Office stresses that the public should ignore online offers for vaccinations, medicine and other treatments. If you are unsure about a product, check with your doctor before you buy it. Consider seeking a refund for cancelled travel: The CDC has issued guidance for travelers inquiring about upcoming travel to certain countries with a high number of coronavirus cases. Many airlines and travel companies have cancelled trips to prevent the spread of the virus, and consumers may be eligible for refunds. Check with your airline or travel company about getting a refund and file a complaint with the AG’s Office if you’re having trouble getting your money back. The office may be able to provide assistance. Be on the alert for scams: The AG’s Office warns that scammers may try to steal your money and information by sending phony communications via phone calls, emails and texts. If a stranger claiming to be an expert on coronavirus contacts you, ignore them. Double-check links in emails and texts before you click on them, and don’t open anything from an unfamiliar sender. Consumers should report scammers to the AG’s Office. Look out for unauthorized or fraudulent charities or solicitations: If you would like to donate to a charity focused on addressing COVID-19, do your homework to maximize your contribution. Make sure you verify that the charity is legitimate, donate by check or credit card and not by cash, and don’t be pressured into making a contribution. Visit the AG’s “giving wisely” webpage for more information. The AG’s Office encourages anyone with questions or concerns to call the AG’s consumer hotline at 617-727-8400 or file a complaint online. A chance for residents to author Articles Citizens of Saugus who are interested in submitting Articles to be included on the Warrant for this year’s May 4 Annual Town Meeting still have plenty of time. The Saugus Board of Selectmen have announced they will close the Annual Town Meeting Warrant at their April 7 regular meeting, which begins at 7 p.m. in the second floor auditorium at Town Hall. Anyone who has an Article they want to be inserted in the Annual Town Meeting Warrant may submit the Article with appropriate number of signatures to the Selectmen’s Office or may bring it to the April 7 meeting. For more information you may contact the Selectmen’s Office at (781) 231-4124 or wreed@ saugus-ma.gov. A “Shout-Out” for School Committee members Tara Brown emailed this note to us, wanting to offer praise for two members of the Saugus School Committee. “How about another shout out to Chairman (Tom) Whittredge and Mr. (Arthur) Grabowski for standing up for the custodians when a fincom member made disparaging and dismissive remarks! “Also to Chairman Whittredge for defending the Saugus Sachem image on the side of the new HS/MS. At the grade configuration public hearing, A woman made some unfounded remarks about racism and he put an end to it very quickly. He has quickly become the leader this Town has needed on the School Committee. “Thank you for your informative articles!” 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 the 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 photo. An offer to help Saugus youth sports organizations Now that spring is once again upon us, many Youth Sports organizations will be looking for a place to hold meetings and recruit their players. The American Legion / Post 210 wishes to extend an invitation to any & all Saugus youth sports, the use of our Hall for meetings. We encourage all Youth Sports coordinators and managers to utilize Post 210. This includes, but is not limited to, Little League, Bath Ruth League, Pop Warner League, Youth Soccer, Girls Softball, etc. The hall is free of charge to any Saugus Youth Sport for recruiting and for scheduling meetings. Please contact John Cannon at 857-588-3180. SOUNDS | SEE PAGE 15

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