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THE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FriDAy, April 4, 2025 Page 17 BASEBALL | FROM PAGE 12 leadership roles like Connor Bloom and Connor Kelleher. Senior Bloom is a leader and gamer. He is a crafty lefty on the mound and will see time in the outfi eld and first base. He will have a heavy presence in the batting lineup. Junior Nathan Soroko is going to hold down the backstop and provide a quality bat in the lineup. Junior Jordan Rodriguez is another Swiss army knife and can do anything asked of him; he’ll provide consistency in the lineup and be a frequent flier on the mound. Junior Brayden Crawford came back from St. Mary’s of Lynn and has been a great addition, Mabee said. He will be a force on the mound and plate. Like other guys, he can do it all defensively. “Having a large group of upperclassmen, our strength is going to be our experience,” Mabee said. “Almost all of our team is returning from last year, and it has shown since day one of practice. We are going to play loose, fast and aggressive because of the experience this team has.” Areas of growth are the small things, the coach said. With such a short preseason there’s going to be bumps in the road with communication and being in the right spot at the right time, and things along those lines. “Having a strong group of leaders is going to help us solve these issues when they arise and become a true SOFTBALL | FROM PAGE 9 us, and I cannot say enough good things about the job they have been doing with the youth in town.” Saugus graduated seven key players – six of them starters – who helped establish a strong foundation that includes eight straight state tournament appearances and two NEC Lynch titles. With significant gaps in the lineup, including two-thirds of the outfield and the entire left side of the infield, Almquist sees this as an excitSOFTBALL | SEE PAGE 22 team all the way through the roster,” the coach said. The team has had two scrimmages so far and has played well. “We have seen some of those areas of growth mentioned, and the boys have answered the call to make adjustments in practice with their focus and attention to detail,” Mabee said. “They have responded to adversity, and they are chomping at the bit to get out and compete in Game 1 Wednesday, April 2, at World Series Park. I think any coach’s goal, like mine, is to squeeze as much talent out of every individual in the program and show them that hard work will get them to their talent threshold. Baseball is a mental game, and my emphasis to the team has been to win every single pitch, bounce back quickly when we don’t and to be confident in themselves, and to trust their teammates at all times on the diamond.” - 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. ES25P0950EA Estate of: STEVEN ANTHONY BUCCHIERE Also known as: STEVEN A. BUCCHIERE Date of Death: 02/08/2021 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 Julie Bucchiere of Apopka, FL requesting that the Court enter a formal Decree and Order and for such other relief as requested in the Petition. The Petitioner requests that: Julie Bucchiere of Apopka, FL be appointed as Personal Representative(s) of said estate to serve Without Surety on the bond in 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 05/08/2025. 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. Frances M. Giordano, First Justice of this Court. Date: March 28, 2025 PAMELA A. CASEY O’BRIEN REGISTER OF PROBATE April 04, 2025 S nior Sa nir Sa y Senior Senio by Jim Miller Are You at Risk for Kidney Disease? Dear Savvy Senior, What are the risk factors for kidney disease? My mother died from kidney failure a few years ago at age 75 but didn’t even know she had a problem until it was too late. Inquiring Daughter Dear Inquiring, Anyone who has diabetes, high blood pressure, heart problems or has a family history of the disease is at increased risk for chronic kidney disease, a condition in which the kidneys can no longer eff ectively fi lter your blood. According to the Center for Disease Control and Prevention, around 37 million U.S adults have chronic kidney disease, and millions more are at risk of developing it, yet most people don’t realize it. That’s because kidney disease develops very slowly over many years before any symptoms arise. But left untreated, the disease can eventually require people to spend hours hooked up to a dialysis machine or get a kidney transplant. Even mild kidney problems can double a person’s risk of heart attack and stroke, as well as cause anemia and bone disease. The reason kidney disease has become so widespread today is because of the rise of obesity, type-2 diabetes and high blood pressure which all strain the kidneys. Another factor is the increasing number of people who take multiple medications, which can overtax the organs. People over age 60 are especially vulnerable both because they tend to take more drugs, and because kidney function normally declines somewhat with age. Get Screened Because kidney disease is often symptomless, it’s usually undiagnosed. The only way to catch it before it advances is to have a routine blood and urine test by your doctor. So, anyone that has diabetes, high blood pressure or heart disease, or is age 60 or older needs to be tested annually. If your lab tests show a decline in kidney function for more than three months in a row, you might be diagnosed with kidney disease and referred to a nephrologist. You also need to know that while kidney damage cannot be reversed, there are a number of eff ective lifestyle steps and treatments that can help contain the damage, including: Control your blood pressure: If you have high blood pressure, get it under 130/80. If you need medication to do it, ACE inhibitors and ARBs are good choices because of their proven ability to protect the kidneys. Control your diabetes: If you have diabetes, keep your blood sugar as close to normal as possible. Diabetes medications called SGLT-2 inhibitors have also shown to be eff ective in helping slow the progression of kidney disease, even in non-diabetic patients. Adjust your diet: This usually means reducing the amount of protein and phosphorus you eat and cutting back on sodium, sugar and possibly potassium. Your doctor can help you determine an appropriate eating plan, or you may want to talk to a dietitian. Watch your meds: Dozens of commonly used drugs can damage the kidneys, especially when taken in high doses over long periods – most notably NSAIDs like ibuprofen and naproxen. Proton pump inhibitor (PPI) medications taken for heartburn and GERDS, and herbal supplements can also be problematic. Talk to your doctor about all the prescription, over the counter and herbal products you take to identify potential problems and fi nd alternatives. Exercise and lose weight: If you’re overweight and inactive, start an aerobic fitness routine (walk, swim, cycle, etc.) that gets your heart pumping. This will help lower blood pressure, control diabetes and help you lose excess weight all of which will help your kidneys. Stay hydrated: Dehydration can affect kidney function, so try to drink at least six to eight 8-ounce glasses of water per day. Quit smoking: If you smoke, quit. Smoking damages the kidneys and doubles the rate of progression to end-stage renal failure. Send your senior questions to: Savvy Senior, P.O. Box 5443, Norman, OK 73070, or visit SavvySenior.org. Jim Miller is a contributor to the NBC Today show and author of “The Savvy Senior” book. ior

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