Page 8 THE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FRIDAY, JUNE 11, 2021 Somerville man held without bail in fatal Saugus crash A Somerville man was arraigned today on charges in connection with a fatal head-on collision in Saugus. Judge Robert Murphy, Jr. ordered him held without bail pending a dangerousness hearing scheduled for June 17. William Leger, 35, pleaded not guilty to Motor Vehicle Homicide by Reckless Operation, Unarmed Robbery, Receiving a Stolen Vehicle (subsequent offense), Operating a Motor Vehicle with a Suspended License (subsequent offense), Marked Lanes Violation, Speeding, and Driving the Wrong Way on a State Highway. He appeared in Lynn District Court via video from Massachusetts General Hospital. The charges allege that after robbing a convenience store, Leger drove a stolen vehicle at a high rate of speed the wrong way on Route 107 in Saugus and crashed head-on into another vehicle, killing the sole occupant. Ashley Forward, 19, of Lynn, was pronounced dead at the scene. Leger was transported to Massachusetts General Hospital with non-life threatening injuries. “At 10:49 a.m. [Wednesday] Saugus Police were dispatched to 7-Eleven, 386 Lincoln Ave., for a report of an THE SOUNDS | FROM PAGE 7 Law Offices of Terrence W. Kennedy 512 Broadway, Everett • Criminal Defense • Personal Injury • Medical Malpractice Tel: (617) 387-9809 Cell: (617) 308-8178 twkennedylaw@gmail.com school year is ending, it doesn’t mean that the opportunity to learn and grow has. This summer kids of all ages will explore the animal kingdom as the Saugus Public Library presents its “Tails and Tales” summer reading program. Activities will include Take & Make crafts, virtual STEM programming, storytimes, outdoor performers and more. “The Saugus Public School District recommends that students read at least 20 minutes a day this summer. The library is here to help families create a summer reading routine that is fun for kids and their families. The 2021 Summer Reading Program is open to young people, preschool through young adult. unarmed robbery. While en route, a description of the suspect’s vehicle was relayed to officers, and a Saugus Police officer subsequently located the vehicle traveling east on Ballard Street,” Saugus Police Chief Michael Ricciardelli said in a press release issued by his office. “The officer then attempted to stop the suspect, who fled and led the officer on a brief pursuit. Police immediately terminated the pursuit when the suspect turned onto Route 107 and began traveling south in the northbound lanes,” Ricciardelli said. “Approximately 1/2 mile south, the suspect’s vehicle collided with another vehicle. The operator of that vehicle, a 19-year-old female, “We reward our readers! We’ve once again partnered with local businesses to reward summer reading. We’d like to thank those businesses who generously donated prizes and the New Friends of the Saugus Public Library who purchased others. We’re also participating in Read to Bead – kids collect reading Brag Tags and colorful beads as they go. “Families are encouraged to register for the animal themed “Tails and Tales” Summer Reading Program using the Beanstack app. It’s easy – just download the Beanstack app, register under the Saugus Public Library, and you’re on your way. It’s like a Fitbit for reading! For more information, or to register in person, stop by the library or visit our website (www.sauguspubliclibrary.org/children/summer-reading-program/). “It’s been a challenging school year. It’s important to keep reading to retain skills – and an opportunity to catch up with peers. Research shows that children who do not read during the summer fall behind. The effect is cumulative – over many summers these students fall significantly behind their peers. “Most importantly perhaps, it’s an opportunity to build a reading routine: turn off the media, sit with a child, and enjoy some beautiful story books. Try reading a longer book to them, and let them read to you. With Beanstack kids can take a safari around the world to learn about animals on different continents, listen to animal stories from around the world and do research on their favorites. “Need some help finding registering for summer reading, or finding a ‘just-right book’ for your child? Stop by the library succumbed to her injuries at the scene of the crash.” Saugus Police, Massachusetts State Police Collision Analysis and Reconstruction Section, Essex State Police Detective Unit and the Essex District Attorney’s Office initiated an investigation. The investigation revealed that the defendant’s car, a grey 2013 Volkswagen Jetta, was reported stolen on June 2, 2021 to Lynn Police and that the defendant was operating with a suspended license. Essex Assistant District Attorney Caitlin Shugrue represented the Commonwealth. The defendant is represented by Attorney Nathaniel Spinney and is presumed innocent until proven guilty. and see us! All programs are free of charge.” CHaRM Center Recycling Drop-Off site open for season The community’s Center for Hard to Recycle Materials (CHaRM) site is open. This site will remain open to residents on Wednesdays and Saturdays from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. The site is located behind the Department of Public Works at 515 Main St. At the CHaRM center, the Town will accept the same recycling items that can be placed outside for curbside collection each week, such as paper, cardboard, bottles, cans and glass containers. No shredded paper is accepted for on-site recycling. Additional acceptable items include TVs and computers (up to three per year per address); car tires up to 22” (for a fee of $3); books; and textiles, such as clothing, bedding, pocketbooks, belts and shoes. Plastic bags are not permitted; residents are kindly asked to empty recyclables out of any plastic bags and to remove the bags from the site. Also, rigid plastics are not being accepted for recycling at this time. Residents may call Lorna Cerbone at the Solid Waste and Recycling Department at 781-2314036 with questions or for more information. Compost Site open The town compost site is open to residents on Wednesdays and Saturdays from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. The site is located behind the Department of Public Works at 515 Main St. Stickers are required to gain seasonal access to the site. Stickers may be purchased for THE SOUNDS | SEE PAGE 16
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