THE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FriDAy, ApriL 10, 2026 Page 5 Shining Lights of Everyday People In the words of the famous “Not all of us can do great things but we can do small things with great love.”— Mother Teresa By Joanie Allbee T ruck enthusiast Tyler Oxley arrives to work at the Saugus Housing Authority in his beautiful red Ford F-150 XLT with an eager attitude to start the day. Once he checks in and gets his schedule, he’s off gripping the wheels of a hefty blue F-250 work truck ready to complete the day’s work orders. He is a mechanical, hands-on type of guy. Tyler has a strong work ethic and puts energy into dividing his time among the Housing Authority properties. “I float from each property in the Summer doing landscaping and making sure everything looks stunning,” Oxley said. Some of his other duties involve assisting with Housing maintenance emergencies, driving an orange Kubota tractor for projects, collecting trash, gathering leaves and outdoor needs. Winter finds him plowing in extreme weather in order to clear paths for residents and make Emergency travels accessible for residents. Tyler focuses on giving quality. Ford Motor Company founder, Henry Ford, “Quality means doing it right when no one’s looking.” Oxley is a Saugus native and enjoys all his town has to offer. “My favorite place is the Kowloon,” he said, adding, “I do miss going to the Hilltop for Sunday morning brunches.” He volunteers with driving in parades and enjoys seeing the kids’ smiling faces along the route. At the local truck and car shows, he helps with behindthe-scenes setting up and putting up the tents. Tyler enjoys bonding time with Oz & Lu, his two besties who are his faithful watch dogs. Oz is often seen in the parades as Tyler’s passenger. Some of Tyler’s favorite things are building and detailing his truck, gatherings at Saugus restaurants with his pals, relaxing in N.H. at Lake Winnipesaukee with family and friends and visiting a casino. Tyler’s favorite Holiday to celebrate is the Fourth of July. Tyler likes his Team at the Saugus Housing Authority and fits right in like a cog wheel turning in the mechanics of a welloiled machine. You go, Tyler! Do your thing and keep shining! Thank you. Massachusetts Residents Can Still Apply for Home Heating Assistance by April 30th to Help Cover Winter Costs B OSTON – As the home heating season comes to a close, Massachusetts residents have until April 30 to apply for support from the Home Energy Assistance Program (HEAP). HEAP provides financial support to eligible households to pay a portion of their winter heating bills. Residents can learn more and submit an application at mass.gov/heat. “Many Massachusetts families are still feeling the strain of this winter’s heating costs,” said Juana Matias, Secretary of Housing and Livable Communities. “With the April 30 deadline approaching, now is the time to see if you qualify for home heating benefits. HEAP can provide meaningful relief, and we encourage residents to apply now or help spread the word to someone who may need support.” Following a colder-than-average winter that increased heating usage across the state, many households continue to face elevated energy costs, compounded by rising energy prices. Residents may apply through April 30 for assistance to receive assistance for heating expenses during the winter months. HEAP is a free, statewide program that provides grants paid directly to heating providers to help eligible households cover winter heating costs. The assistance does not need to be repaid. The program is available to both renters and homeowners and covHEATING | SEE PAGE 9 “WE’RE STILL HERE!” Since 1947 MALDEN AUTO BODY 49 Robin St., Everett, MA 617-389-3030 * Maldenab@yahoo.com Over 79 years of exceptional service! Massone Family Owned & Operated Tyler Oxley (Courtesy of “The Sketch Artist”)
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