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SAUGUS Your Local News & Sports Online. Subscribe & Scan Here! CAT D Vol. 26, No.24 CAT -FREE- www.advocatenews.net Published Every Friday WELCOME, NEW CENTENARIAN! S TE 781-233-4446 Friday, June 14, 2024 Leaping over a legal barrier Land Court ruling paves the way for talks between the town and a company seeking to start a retail pot business By Mark E. Vogler anctuary Medicinals – the lone company out of seven applicants that obtained a special permit (S2) last December from selectmen to locate a retail marijuana dispensary in Saugus – hasn’t done anything since because of a lawsuit fi led by one of its competitors which LEAPING | SEE PAGE 15 HONORING A HERO Keith McDonald, Commander of VFW Post 2346, addressed a gathering of about 30 people who attended the 80th anniversary of Staff Sgt. Arthur DeFranzo’s courageous act that saved fellow soldiers at the expense of his own life 80 years ago Monday on June 10, 1944, following the invasion of Normandy. Please see inside for more photos and the story. (Saugus Advocate photo by Mark E. Vogler) HAPPY BIRTHDAY! Saugus resident Ruth Robertson says she loves receiving cards, especially the one that family members made for her apartment door to help celebrate her turning 100 last Friday, June 7. This photo was taken a day earlier, just before Ruth went to a birthday party organized for her by the Saugus Housing Authority and residents at Heritage Heights. Please see inside for more photos and this week’s “The Advocate Asks.” (Courtesy photo of Joanie Allbee to The Saugus Advocate) Mid-grade Regular $3.87 3.25 73 59 Over 45 Years of Excellence! Full Service $2.95 Order online at angelosoil.com

Page 2 THE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FriDAy, JUnE 14, 2024 A sweet Saugus tradition continues T he Saugus Historical Society is planning its annual Strawberry Festival for tomorrow (Saturday, June 15) at the American Legion Hall (44 Taylor St.) from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. As in past years, the festival will be held Lawrence A. Simeone Jr. Attorney-at-Law ~ Since 1989 ~ * Corporate Litigation * Criminal/Civil * MCAD * Zoning/Land Court * Wetlands Litigation * Workmen’s Compensation * Landlord/Tenant Litigation * Real Estate Law * Construction Litigation * Tax Lien * Personal Injury * Bankruptcy * Wrongful Death * Zoning/Permitting Litigation 300 Broadway, Suite 1, Revere * 781-286-1560 lsimeonejr@simeonelaw.net along with the Garden Club Plant Sale and craft vendors on the Roby School lawn. The garden club’s tables will be set up at 9 a.m. that day so people can shop before heading into the nearby Legion Hall for their shortcakes. There are a few new craft vendors, and, as always, a delightful variety of plants and garden items to choose from on the Roby School lawn facing Main Street. Strawberry shortcakes will be served rain or shine, but last year’s rainy weather on festival day made it difficult for vendors on the lawn, so we hope for better weather this year. It is a wonderful tradition to see so many people from Saugus and beyond turn out for the festival, both to eat strawberry shortcake and to help behind the scenes. There will also be a silent auction that features a beautiful little strawberry quilt handmade by our well-known Sau425r Broadway, Saugus Located adjacent to Kohls Plaza Route 1 South in Saugus at the intersection of Walnut Street We are on MBTA Bus Route 429 781-231-1111 We are a Skating Rink with Bowling Alleys, Arcade and two TV’s where the ball games are always on! 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She has been very generous to donate a number of strawberry-themed quilts over the years for the Saugus Historical Society festival. Nahant Woman and Winthrop Man Plead Guilty to Fraud and Tax Evasion DeCicco and Avedisian were indicted by a federal grand jury in Jan. 2018 B OSTON – A Nahant woman and Winthrop man pleaded guilty on Thursday in federal court in Boston to conspiring to commit wire fraud and tax evasion. Gary P. DeCicco, 65, and Pamela M. Avedisian, 61, each pleaded guilty to one count of conspiracy to commit wire fraud and one count of conspiracy to defraud the United States. U.S. District Court Judge Richard G. Stearns scheduled DeCicco’s sentencing for Sept. 18, 2024; Avedisian’s sentencing date has not yet been scheduled. DeCicco and Avedisian were indicted by a federal grand jury in January 2018. Between April 2012 and February 2013, DeCicco repeatedly told the IRS that he did not have the ability to pay his over $340,000 tax liability and that he had very little cash, no vehicles or real property and no ownership interest in any asset with a positive value. However, DeCicco had ownership interests in several businesses, vehicles and real properties titled in his name and the names of Avedisian, Lynnway Auto Sales Inc., and other entities, in order to conceal those assets from the IRS during that time period. In addition, beginning in March 2013, after the IRS accepted DeCicco’s proposed monthly payment plan (based on the false information DeCicco provided about his assets and income), DeCicco bought and sold numerous real properties, boats and highend cars and concealed those assets and his income from the IRS, often with Avedisian’s assistance. In addition, Avedisian owned a property in Nahant that was subject to a mortgage in excess of $1 million. In October 2015, DeCicco and Avedisian conspired to defraud the mortgage holder by proposing the sale of the property for significantly less than the outstanding mortgage, in what is commonly referred to as a “short sale.” By their very nature, short sales are intended to be armslength transactions in which the buyers and sellers are unrelated and act independently, allowing sellers to cede their ownership of the property in exchange for the short-selling bank’s agreement to release them from their unpaid mortgage debt. In order to get approval for the sale, DeCicco and Avedisian concealed their long-term romantic and business relationships from the loan servicing company and falsely represented that Avedisian could no longer make payments towards the mortgage on the property. In fact, just two months before the “short sale” closed, Avedisian purportedly received $3.5 million from the sale of another asset to DeCicco. The conspiracy charges each provide for up to five years in prison, three years of supervised release and a fine of $250,000. Sentences are imposed by a federal district court judge based on the U.S. Sentencing Guidelines and other statutory factors. Acting United States Attorney Joshua S. Levy; Jodi Cohen, Special Agent in Charge of the Federal Bureau of Investigation, Boston Division; and Harry Chavis, Jr., Special Agent in Charge of the Internal Revenue Service Criminal Investigation, Boston Field Office made the announcement today. Assistant U.S. Attorneys Kristina E. Barclay and Neil J. Gallagher, Jr. of the Public Corruption & Special Prosecutions Unit are prosecuting the case.

THE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FriDAy, JUnE 14, 2024 Page 3 ~ The Advocate Asks ~ Saugus resident Ruth Robertson still loves reading, watching “Jeopardy,” doing crossword puzzles, talking to neighbors and being sociable at age 100 Editor’s Note: For this week’s column, we sat down with Ruth Robertson, who became Saugus’ latest Centenarian last Friday (June 7). We interviewed her that day at her apartment at Heritage Heights, where the day before the Saugus Housing Authority and residents organized a 100th birthday party for her. She was born Ruth Smith in Lynn on June 7, 1924. She lived her entire childhood in Saugus and was a 1941 graduate of Saugus High School. Ruth was an Honor Roll student who was ranked ninth academically in her class and had excellent grades – good enough to attend college. But she wanted to get married instead, to another Saugonian, Kenneth W. Robertson, who had been drafted and was expected to go overseas in World War II. They got married in 1942 when Ruth was 18. Fortunately for the couple, the war ended before Kenneth was due to be airlifted in China. After completing his tour of duty at various places in the United States, Kenneth returned with his wife to Saugus, where they raised their family – two sons and a daughter, all of them who graduated from Saugus High School. Kenneth and Ruth toured the United States and took many trips to Great Britain. In 1985, they retired to Dunedin, Fla., on the state’s west coast. “The climate, the available activities and the friendly people were just what we wanted for our retirement,” Ruth wrote in a message to classmates in a program for their 50th reunion in 1991. “Unfortunately, it didn’t last long enough, for in December, 1989 Kenny died suddenly of cancer. I will still make my home in Dunedin, where I keep active year round.” After living a decade in Florida, Ruth decided to return to her roots. Her son, Kenneth W. Robertson, Jr., died of a massive heart attack in 2005. Ruth’s two other children – John Robertson and Paula (Robertson) Cummings – both living with their families in Beverly, continue to look after her. Paula does the grocery shopping for her mother. John is active in his mom’s life, as are the grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Ruth has a sister, Jean King, who lives in a Lynn nursing home. She will turn 99 in the fall. A few hours after our interview, about two dozen members of Ruth’s family gathered at the Kowloon Restaurant for a special birthday meal. When the family sang “Happy Birthday,” everybody within earshot – restaurant staff and customers – stopped what they were doing to sing “Happy Birthday” to Ruth. Highlights of this week’s interview follow. Q: I heard that the residents of the Saugus Housing Authority had a surprise party for you yesterday (June 6). A: They don’t surprise you when you’re as old as I am. See, they had this flyer done up that residents received which announced the party in the Community Room. I got a cake and lots of cards and a beautiful bouquet of flowers. I love flowers and cards. We had a delicious cake from Market Basket to go with little Hoodsies and flat wooden spoons to eat the ice cream. We had the room for about an hour. And it was very nice. A lot of people came up to me to wish me “Happy Birthday.” Everybody was so nice to me. Q: Thank you for taking some time on your birthday House in Lynn. Q: What was it like, growing up in Saugus when you were a kid? A: You walked to school and talked to friends. I had to walk from East Saugus to Saugus Center. Saugus High was located at Winter and Central Streets. It was a nice, easy time when we were kids. I liked all of my teachers. I loved school. Q: Do you have any special childhood memories? ASKS | SEE PAGE 4 THE GUEST OF HONOR: On June 6, the day before she turned 100, Ruth Robertson had a birthday party – organized by the Saugus Housing Authority and its residents. (Courtesy photo of Joanie Allbee) to do this interview. We try to interview Saugus residents before or after they celebrate their 100th birthday. Let’s start out from the beginning. Where were you born? A: I was born at the Union Hospital in Lynn. I came right home to live in Saugus and I stayed here until I got married. Q: Tell me a little bit about your parents, please. A: Walter Smith and Estelle Gray Smith. My dad was 50 when he got married to my mother, who was 25. They got acquainted in GE. Q: Where did you live in Saugus? A: I lived in East Saugus on Willis Street. It was handy to go to church. I was baptized in the Methodist Church of East Saugus. It was handy for school. I went to the Mansfield School. Q: How many children in your family? A: It was my sister and I. I was born first. My sister is Jean King and she’ll be 99 in September. 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Page 4 THE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FriDAy, JUnE 14, 2024 Read, Renew, Repeat! Saugus Public Library launches its Kids 2024 Summer reading Program (Editor’s Note: The Saugus Public Library recently issued the following press release.) A s the school year winds down, the Saugus Public Library is winding up. If you’re looking for fun, educational activities, and summer programming to support your kids’ learning, stop by the Saugus Public Library. This summer, the Library presents “Read, Renew, Repeat!” the 2024 Summer Reading program. Activities include literacy support, storytimes, discounted museum passes, Massachusetts park passes, and take & make crafts. Families are encouraged to register their kids for the conservation-themed program 50 This Strawberry quilt by Margie Berkowitch will be among the items featured in a silent auction at tomorrow’s Annual Strawberry Festival. (Photo courtesy of Laura Eisener) Gerry D’Ambrosio Attorney-at-Law Is Your Estate in Order? Do you have an update Will, Health Care Proxy or Power of Attorney? If Not, Please Call for a Free Consultation. 14 Proctor Avenue, Revere (781) 284-5657 using the Beanstack app. It’s easy - just download the Beanstack app, register under the Saugus Public Library, and you’re on your way. For more information, or to register in person, stop by the Children’s Room at the library or visit the Kid’s Summer Reading page on our website. The Saugus Public Schools recommend that students read at least 20 minutes a day this summer. The program is open to young people, preschool through 6th grade. We’ll have their favorite titles, plus free ebooks, audio books, comics, magazines & music you can download using the hoopla and libby digital collections. Did we mention prizes? We’ve once again partnered with local businesses to reward summer reading. Many thanks to those businesses who have generously donated! We’ll have a full prize cart plus free books to give away. In addition, we’ll run drawings for ice cream, donuts, cookies, pizza, roller skating, bowling, mini golf, sports merch, and grand prize drawings for tickets to Canobie Lake Park and the North Shore Music Theater’s production of Beauty and the Beast - and more! In addition, there will be special visits by Wildlife Encounters, Vinny the Bubble Guy, the Saugus Fire & Police Departments, Star Wars characters, Toe Jam Puppet Band, plus bubble, magic, and puppet shows. Check out the Library’s online event calendar for up-to-date information. The library is here to help families create a summer reading routine that is fun for kids and their families. Turn off the media before bedtime, sit with a child, share a book, or read alongside them. Ask them questions, but above all, make it fun! Research shows that children who read during the summer months maintain literacy skills that they’ve worked hard to build during the school year. According to Reading Rockets.org, research with 116 fi rst, second, and third graders in a school in a middle class neighborhood found the decoding skills of nearly 45% of the participants and the fluency of 25% declined between May and September. So, stay smart! Have fun! Stop by the library to register for summer reading, or to fi nd a just-right book for your child. It’s all free, all summer at the Saugus Public Library! ASKS| FROM PAGE 3 A: We had Fourth of July fi reworks. They set them off at Stackpole Field. They were tremendous fi reworks. We didn’t have to go to Lynn to watch them. We could watch them from our house on Willis Street Q: You strike me as a very articulate and intelligent person. You must have been a pretty good student in school. A: Yes. I got a double promotion when I was in the fi rst grade. I was only in the fi rst grade for a couple of months and they put me in the second grade. My parents paid a lot of attention to me. ASKS | SEE PAGE 5

THE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FriDAy, JUnE 14, 2024 Page 5 FUN-damental Basketball Camp Open to Boys and Girls in Local Area T he FUN-damental Basketball Camp, open to boys and girls in local area cities and towns, will be held July 22 to July 26, 2024 at the Immaculate Conception Parish Center, located at 59 Summer Street in Everett. The camp will be held between the hours of 9:00 am and 1:00 pm for boys and girls entering grades 3 thru 8 as of September, 2024. The cost of the camp is $125. ASKS| FROM PAGE 4 Q: And you went to Saugus High. Were you an Honor Roll student? A: Yes – Class of 1941. My sister was in the Class of 1943. I was an A student and my sister must have been one, too. We were always told to do our studies fi rst and then play. Q: Did you go to college? A: I could have gone to college, but I didn’t want to. I wanted to get married. It was war time. My husband, Kenneth Robertson, was four years older than me. I wanted to get married and go with him. He was all packed up and ready to go to China. He and the other men were going to Tony Ferullo, boys’ varsity basketball coach at Mystic Valley Regional Charter School in Malden, will be the Director of the camp. The purpose of the camp is: To provide all campers with the fundamental tools to help them become better basketball players; To create a positive atmosphere where the camper will learn and have fun at the same time; and get airlifted into northern China, and then the war ended. He was thankful that he didn’t have to go. He served in the states. I followed him to Texas, the Carolinas and other places. I was 18 when I got married in 1942. I was a military wife for a few years and my husband went back to work at GE when his service duty ended. He was originally from Saugus and had graduated from Saugus High. I think he was in the Class of 1938. Q: So you wanted to have a family. A: I had three children: two boys and a girl. My daughter Paula lives in Beverly. My son John lives in Beverly. My son Kenneth died of a heart atTo instill the spirit of the game into all campers, and inspire them to continue playing the game either competitively or just for fun. Each camper, who will receive a T-shirt and certificate, will participate in various drills, scrimmages and individual contests. Special guests will speak and share their personal basketball tips. An awards ceremony will take place on the last day of the tack. They all went to Saugus High School and graduated. I have eight grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren. I had a wonderful marriage and a wonderful childhood and a wonderful life. I was a very lucky lady. Q: Well, your mind is still sharp. What do you credit to your longevity? A: Good living: I didn’t abuse myself. My father always had a good garden. We always ate nutritious meals. Q: Did you have a job? A: I worked in a bank in town – the First National Bank of Boston – for four years. Q: Were you a bank teller? ASKS | SEE PAGE 6 camp, and parents and friends are welcome to attend. For more information about the FUN-damental Basketball 8 Norwood St. Everett (617) 387-9810 Open Tues. - Sat. at 4:00 PM Closed Sun. & Mon. Announcing our Classic Specials Dine In Only: * FREE Salad with purchase of Entree, Tuesdays & Wednesdays * Cheese Pizza - Only $10 Catch ALL The Live Sports Action On Our Large Screen TV’s Scan & Follow Us on Facebook! Camp, please contact Camp Director Tony Ferullo: 857-312-7002 or tferullo@ suff olk.edu. www.810bargrille.com SABATINO/MASTROCOLA INSURANCE AGENCY 519 BROADWAY EVERETT, MA 02149 Auto * Home * Boat * Renter * Condo * Life * Multi-Policy Discounts * Commercial 10% Discounts * Registry Service Also Available Sabatino Insurance is proud to welcome the loyal customers of ALWAYS READY TO SERVE YOU: Our Staff are, Emma Davidson, Jeimy Sanchez, Josephine Leone, Marie D’Amore, Rocco Longo, Z’andre Lopez, Anthony DiPierro, Darius Goudreau, Laurette Murphy, Danielle Goudreau and Tina Davidson. PHONE: (617) 387-7466 FAX: (617) 381-9186 Visit us online at: WWW.SABATINO-INS.COM

Page 6 ASKS| FROM PAGE 5 A: No. I sold stock and shares. I was in the upstairs offi ce. Q: So, you were key fi nancial staff . A: Yes. I’ve really had such a nice life and I’m very fortunate, except I’m old and rickety right now. It’s very hard to contend with when you get my age. Q: But you still have a great mind and can carry on a great conversation. What’s your daily schedule like these days? A: I get up when I feel like it. I talk to my kids on the phone. I eat and talk to my neighbors. I don’t crochet anymore, but I read and I have books galore. And my younger cousin, Harvey Bridges – he’s a Saugus guy; I think he’s 93 – he keeps me supplied with books. Q: You must be a quick reader. A: I am, if they’re good, or I will put them down. Some authors I wouldn’t give the time of day to. Most of the books I read are mysteries. ASKS | SEE PAGE 8 Need a hall for your special event? 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That’s the English translation of the French town Sainte-Mère-Église, where the Allies first invaded France. We know about the D-Day landings in France on June 7 that started our progress to defeat Germany, but the battle actually started the day before in Sainte-Mère-Église. The United States landed paratroopers the night before the Normandy invasion to impede the German army from counterattacking the Normandy landings. In the early morning of June 6, units from the U.S. 82nd Airborne and the U.S. 101st Airborne Divisions parachuted into the town, and Sainte-Mère-Église became the fi rst town liberated by the Allies in France. You probably have seen or Celebrating Our 52nd Year Chris 2024 heard of John Steele of the 505th Parachute Infantry Regiment whose parachute caught on the tower roof and spire of the local church. He hung there for two hours pretending to be dead before the Germans took him prisoner. He later escaped imprisonment and rejoined his division when U. S. troops of the 3rd Battalion of the 505th attacked the village and captured 30 Germans and killed 11. The action was portrayed in the movie “The Longest Day.” The attack led to innumerable casualties as fi res broke out among the weapons fi ring by both sides. The fi res illuminated the sky so that the German soldiers were able to shoot many of the paratroopers before they hit the ground. Many paratroopers were killed by the fi re and many troopers hanging from trees and utility poles were shot. Lieutenant Colonel Edward E. Krause of the 505th led the taking of the town with little resistance initially. The German troopers were abed at 5 a.m. and were confused by the attack. Eventually the Germans arose and battled the paratroopers for two days before the paratroopers were assisted by U.S. tankers from the Utah Beach invasion. Krause and Lieutenant Benjamin H. Vandervoort each received the Distinguished Service Cross for their actions. “The Old Sachem,” Bill Stewart. (Courtesy photo to The Saugus Advocate by Joanie Allbee) Sergeant George Bowler Tullidge III received the Bronze Star and his parents later distributed “A Paratroopers Faith,” which was a collection of his letters home, plus Bible verses. Second Lieutenant Thomas J. Tighe of the 70th Tank Battalion was killed when his tank was blasted by the Germans on June 7 and received the Silver Star posthumously. Paratrooper Henry Langrehr crashed through a greenhouse roof as retold in “The Longest Day” and on November 6, 2007, received the Legion of Honor medal from the President of France, Nicolas Sarkozy, along with fi ve other recipients. Today Sainte-Mère-Église is celebrated for its part of this historic Invasion of France, which led to the demise of Hitler and his cohort Mussolini and freed the world of their hostile environment. (Editor’s Note: Bill Stewart, who is better known to Saugus Advocate readers as “The Old Sachem,” writes a weekly column – sometimes about sports. He also opines on current or historical events or famous people.) Local residents named to Saint Anselm College’s Dean’s List for spring 2024 semester S aint Anselm College has released the Dean’s List of high academic achievers for the second semester of the 2023-2024 school year. To be eligible for this honor, a student must have achieved a grade point average of 3.4 or better in the semester with at least 12 credits of study that award a letter grade. College Dean Mark W. Cronin announced that the following students from Saugus have been named to the Dean’s List for the spring 2024 semester at Saint Anselm College: Sofi a Del Sonno, Psychology, 2024; Abigail Wallace, Psychology, 2026; Maggie Warner, Nursing, 2027. About Saint Anselm College: Founded in 1889, Saint Anselm College, which is located in Manchester, N.H., is a fouryear liberal arts college providing a 21st century education in the Catholic, Benedictine tradition. 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THE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FriDAy, JUnE 14, 2024 Page 7 Pioneer Charter School of Science celebrates 2024 graduates Graduates from PCSS i and ii were honored in a joint ceremony at rivergreen Park in Everett O n Friday, May 31, students from Pioneer Charter School of Science (PCSS) I in Everett and PCSS II in Saugus graduated in a united ceremony at Everett’s Rivergreen Park. PCSS’s 2024 graduates spent their formative high school years studying amid a global pandemic, a testament to their determination and adaptability as they begin new chapters of their academic careers. PCSS, which enrolls students from communities north of Boston and the North Shore, is known for its collegiate successes. PCSS college acceptance rates are commendable. In 2024, 93 percent of PCSS upper school students plan to attend a four-year university, five percent a two-year college and two percent, vocational training. Of PCSS II Upper School students, 90 percent will attend a fouryear college, five percent a two-year college, and five percent vocational training. Both schools have a 100 percent acceptance rate. “Our Class of 2024 graduates are an exceptional group of students,” said PCSS CEO Barish Icin. “We are incredibly proud of their accomplishments. These students have not only weathered their studies during the pandemic, but they have excelled. We believe that they have bright futures ahead of them.” PCSS I and PCSS II’s Class of 2024 were awarded more than $11 million in scholarships. Students from both campuses have been accepted to nationally renowned schools, including Harvard, Tufts, MIT, Cornell, Boston College, Columbia, Dartmouth, Brown and Wellesley. PCSS is a rigorous college preparatory charter school that aims to prepare educationally under-resourced students for today’s competitive world. Saugus graduates, pictured from left to right: Back row: Ashley Jean Louis, Kyle Rodrigues, Adam Nouri, Ciao Rodrigues, Vinicius Da Cunha and Jay Ruiz; front row: Emily Martinez, Fatima Saab, Jose Garcia, Rohita Maddi, Gianna LaMarca and Dea Bilal. PCSS I, which is located in Everett, serves students in Grades K through 12 from several communities north of Boston, including Everett, Chelsea and Revere. PCSS II, which is located in Saugus, serves students in Grades K through 12 from Saugus, Salem, Peabody, Lynn and Danvers. RON’S OIL Call For PRICE MELROSE, MA 02176 NEW CUSTOMER’S WELCOME ACCEPTING VISA, MASTERCARD & DISCOVER (781) 397-1930 OR (781) 662-8884 100 GALLON MINIMUM

Page 8 THE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FriDAy, JUnE 14, 2024 ASKS| FROM PAGE 6 Q: What’s the best book you’ve ever read? A: I don’t know. I’ve read so many books. I probably read three books a week. I do like books – mostly mysteries. Q: What time do you get up? A: I wake up at 7 and go back to bed. I get up when I feel like it. Sometimes I don’t get up till 12:30. When you live to be my age and you can’t sleep as long as you want to, what the heck is that? Q: What time do you usually go to bed? A: Around 9 p.m. Q: Except when you watch night baseball games. Right? Red Sox games can go later than 9 o’clock. A: Yeah, sometimes. Q: Do you have somebody to come and clean your apartment? A: Yep. No more housework. Somebody comes in once a week and changes my bed and runs the vacuum around. Q: You still cook for yourself? A: Yes. I get my own meals. I still do all of my cooking. I don’t make roasts, but I cook a nice nutritional meal. I have a big breakfast – Cheerios, strawberries and bananas or canned fruit. And I have a balanced supper – some protein. I like hamburger, mashed potatoes and a vegetable. No coff ee – I don’t drink coff ee – no caff eine. But a libation once in a while. Q: You look pretty good for somebody who is 100. A: I’ve always stayed active and ate well. I want to be at 120 pounds and I am at 120. SWEET SIXTEEN: That’s how old Ruth Smith was when she graduated from Saugus High School in 1941. (Courtesy photo to The Saugus Advocate) I’m 5’1”. I’ve never really had a weight problem. Q: What are your hobbies? A: Reading, of course. I read lots of books. I enjoy doing crossword puzzles, talking to my neighbors and being sociable. Q: I guess you watch TV? A: Yes. Q: Do you have a favorite TV program? A: “Jeopardy.” I hate to miss that. I get it recorded just in case I have to miss it. I love “Jeopardy.” I think Ken Jennings is doing a good job [as the host]. Q: What about the old guy that did it all those years? A: Alex Trebek. I almost forgot about him. He did it for many years [37 years] and was very good. Q: Are you a Red Sox fan? A: Of course! I watch the Red Sox – but not as much as I did before, when my sister Jean and I would get together. Jean lived upstairs, ANNOUNCEMENT A SPECIAL BIRTHDAY CAKE: This was the cake for Ruth Robertson’s 100th birthday party, which was held on June 6 in the Community Room at Heritage Heights. (Courtesy photo of Joanie Allbee) NINTH IN HER CLASS: Ruth Smith was listed among the top students of her class on the Honor Roll page of her High School Yearbook. (Courtesy to The Saugus Advocate) and she would come down to my apartment and we would watch the game together. We would have a drink and popcorn. She could just put her bathrobe on, come down and watch the TV with me. I was the big sister. We used to have a lot of fun watching the games. It was only a year or so ago that she got sick and had to go into a nursing home. I miss her and the fun we had. Q: Do you have a favorite player? A: No, I like them all. I think they’re all good. Q: Do you watch the Patriots? A: Yes. But you don’t really know who they are with their helmets on, so you don’t get to know the players like in baseball. Q: Were you a Tom Brady REVERE AMERICAN LEGION POST #61 Is reopening soon! We are happy to announce that we have begun taking reservations for our function hall at 249 Broadway, Revere for events after May 20, 2024 For information, please call 781-284-9511 Leave your name and telephone number. fan? A: More or less. He took advantage of his good looks and great health to become successful. Q: Anything still left on your “Bucket List”? A: Not a blessed thing. I got everything. My kids take me out to eat once in a while. I think I get everything I deserve. My family is all good. They care for me. Q: You are listed in the FROM THE 1941 SAUGUS HIGH SCHOOL YEARBOOK: “Smitty,” as her classmates liked to call her, spent most of her school activities on scholastic-oriented pursuits. (Courtesy to The Saugus Advocate) town’s Street List as a registered voter, a Democrat. Do you still vote? A: Yes. I don’t go out anymore to vote. But they send me the ballot and I vote. Q: Who was your favorite president? A: FDR was probably the best in my time. I think he was a fair president, and I think he was the fi rst one I voted for. Roosevelt did a very good job in trying times. I liked Jimmy Carter, too. He was a nice man and his wife was a very nice person, too. Carter was a giving man. I always voted because my mother and father thought it was a duty for every citizen to vote. I’ve been a lifelong Democrat and have always voted Democrat. Q: I understand that you are a former Florida resident, and you eventually left Florida and returned to Saugus A: I lived 10 years in Florida and I loved it down there. I lived in Dunedin, on Florida’s west coast, north of Clearwater. Unfortunately, I didn’t get to spend a lot of that time with my husband, who died in 1989. Q: Do you still drive? A: I gave it up about five years ago. I worried about the winters. Q: Do you have any heroes? A: No. I never did Q: Do you have any idols that you have looked up to and admired in your lifetime? A: My husband and my father. I thought they were both great. I always looked up to them as people I really admired. Q: As you look back on your life, what are you most proud of? A: Just living day-to-day is an achievement. But my family is what I’m most proud of. No doubt about it. I’ve been very fortunate to have a great family. They are the most important part of my life. We’re all going out to Kowloon’s tonight for supper. All the kids are going to go. My daughter, who I spoke with earlier today, is coming down from Beverly. She’s great. She gets my groceries for me. Q: Any advice that you want to off er to folks who want to live a long life? A: I think everybody should mind their own business and help people when they can. Be kind and try to help people instead of hurting them. I think if everybody minded their own business, it would be a nicer world.

THE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FriDAy, JUnE 14, 2024 Page 9 Saugus’ dynamic scholar-athletes win NEC award, prepare for St. Anselm’s By Dom Nicastro Jessica Bremberg: helping make history in basketball, shining in track Jessica Bremberg, a standout student-athlete from Saugus High School, has had a year to remember, culminating in her receiving the prestigious Northeastern Conference (NEC) scholar-athlete award. Bremberg’s accomplishments on the track and basketball court are a testament to her hard work and dedication, both in sports and in the classroom. “It was really great finding out I won NEC scholar-athlete,” Bremberg said. “I first heard about the award my junior year when my teammate who I had played field hockey with who’s also a good close friend of mine won it. I just think it’s a great accomplishment to earn to be able to represent your school like this around all the great athletes of the NEC.” Bremberg’s senior year has been nothing short of remarkable. As a key player in both basketball and track, she has demonstrated versatility and excellence. In basketball, she helped lead her team to a historic victory over North High of Worcester in the postseason, marking Saugus High’s first tournament win in years. “It’s been a while since we’ve had a tournament win for the program,” she said. “We’ve made the tournament a lot, but it’s been a while since we’ve won a tourney game. It was at home, and it was a great atmosphere and great for us to have that.” Her track career has been equally impressive. Specializing in the 400-meter and triple jump, Bremberg has consistently excelled in competitions, setting high standards for herself and her teammates. Bremberg’s leadership extends beyond her athletic prowess. As a captain of the track team, she has played a crucial role in guiding her teammates, a responsibility she has held since her sophomore year. Along with her co-captain, Maddie Femino, the duo combined experience and knowledge of track, which has been crucial because leading a track team is different from captaining other team sports like basketball. Bremberg’s dedication is not confined to the field of play. Academically, she stands out as well, being ranked in the top five in her senior class and serving as class president for four years. Her involvement in various school activities reflects her commitment to her education and community. “It’s a lot definitely,” Bremberg said of her schedule. “I had meetings three of the five days out of the week. I like to keep myself busy. It’s a lot of fun, and I think it makes everything more enjoyable.” As Bremberg has now graduated and is on to her next chapter – studying and running track at Saint Anselm’s College in Goffstown, N.H., where she plans to major in criminal justice – she reflected on the community that has supported her journey. “I’m gonna’ miss Saugus next year,” she said. “I’m gonna be having fun in college, but I’ll miss the community that I had in high school.” At Saint Anselm, she hopes to continue her success on the track and pursue her academic ambitions with the same determination that has characterized her high school career. With her relentless drive and passion, there is no doubt that Bremberg has set herself up to continue to shine brightly in all her future endeavors. Braden Faiella: Saugus’ multi-sport standout that just kept shining For Saugus High School athletics this school year, one name consistently echoed through the halls and fields of Saugus High School: Braden Faiella. Known for his exceptional prowess across multiple sports, Faiella’s high school journey was not only marked by his athletic achievements but also by his dedication to academic excellence. As he transitions from high school to college – he’ll go to Saint Anselm’s in Goffstown, N.H., to play football – Faiella reflected on the experiences and mentors that shaped him, the victories that defined his athletic career and the lessons learned that will guide his future. What did it mean to you to get this award? For me, it meant that I was more than just a good athlete; it shows what I can do in the classroom, too. It’s a validation of all the hard work I put in, both on the field and academically. Tell me about your academic accomplishments and interests reflecting back on high school. What will you town choose other schools. If you could “sell” your experience at Saugus, what would you tell someone who is on the fence about choosing Saugus or a private school? I would say that Saugus is unlike other schools because you get the fan base of a whole town behind you. You also get to have younger kids look up to you and see why they should stay in Saugus. The sense of community and support here is unmatched, and it’s an experience you won’t get anywhere else. Who have served as some Jessica Bremberg and Braden Faiella. focus on in college and why? All of these accomplishments mean a lot to me because they show that I put in so much effort in the classroom and not just on the field. In college, I will be majoring in accounting because my father was an accountant, and accounting is one of the main majors in the finance world. It’s something I’ve always been interested in, and I’m excited to dive deeper into it. Take me back to each sport of your senior year and describe the top individual and team accomplishments you are most proud of and why. For football, the top moment was beating Voke, a school we hadn’t beaten in a while. Getting that opportunity was great. For basketball, it was beating Amesbury at home, a game that people didn’t think we were going to win, but we did. For track, qualifying for the state championships meet was a huge accomplishment for me. I was blessed to have that opportunity. Also, breaking the school tackle record for a game, year and season, and breaking the state all-time tackle record, were incredible achievements for me. What will you miss most about your experience at Saugus and why? I will most miss the crowds we had at Saugus High School. We had a great fan base, and a lot of my friends were there, too. They got us ready for each game every week. The support from the community was incredible and something I’ll always cherish. Lots of great athletes in J& • Reliable Mowing Service • Spring & Fall Cleanups • Mulch & Edging • Sod or Seed Lawns • Shrub Planting & Trimming • Water & Sewer Repairs Joe Pierotti, Jr. of your mentors along the way and how so? 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Page 10 THE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FriDAy, JUnE 14, 2024 Saugus High School Girls’ Varsity Lacrosse Sachems Award All-Stars By Tara Vocino T he Saugus High School Girls’ Varsity Lacrosse Sachems awarded Northeastern Conference AllStars during their banquet last week at Kowloon Restaurant. Saugus Middle High School Principal Brendon Sullivan said teammates pushed through a rainy, cold start to the lacrosse season. The team, shown from left to right: Kneeling: Teaghan Arsenault and Lilah Sullivan; middle row: Madison Carrillo, Eden Miniscalco, Silene Pires Oliveira, Gabriella Cvijic, Aly Mabee, Brooke Diaz, Janiris Haro, Casey Hanifan, Paige Millea, Natalie Justice, Layla Rodriguez, Emma Gurante and Ava Quiles; back row: Andrea Montenegro, Amanda Rezendes, Maria Garcia, Caitlyn Dixon, Ashley Rezendes, Audrey Comeau, Tori Carter, Juliana Scalisi, Nina Penachio, Jessica Valley, Juliana Powers, Violet Hawley, Lily Comeau, Sarah Rovcanin and Sophia Robinson. (Advocate photos by Tara Vocino) Northeastern Conference All-Stars Aly Mabee (at left) and Ashley Rezendes are shown during Tuesday’s Saugus High School Girls’ Varsity Lacrosse Sachems banquet at Kowloon Restaurant. Most Improved recipients Caitlyn Dixon and Silene Pires Oliveira (at left) with Asst. Coach Georgia Fiore (in center). Violet Hawley shared fond memories of her season. Outgoing Captains, shown from left to right: Juliana Scalisi, Violet Hawley and Nina Penachio. Incoming Captains, shown from left to right: Tori Carter, Caitlyn Dixon and Ashley Rezendes. Asst. Coach Georgia Fiore said the Saugus High School Sachems fell to the Gloucester High School Fishermen in making the tournament. Seniors, shown from left to right: Juliana Scalisi, Nina Penachio, Jessica Valley, Juliana Powers, Violet Hawley, Lily Comeau and Sarah Rovcanin. In with the new – shown from left to right: Nina Penachio, Violet Hawley, Juliana Scalisi, Ashley Rezendes, Caitlyn Dixon and Tori Carter. Outgoing captains welcomed the new ones.

THE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FriDAy, JUnE 14, 2024 Page 11 SHS Boys’ and Girls’ Varsity Track Sachems Banquet Awards Athletes Coaches’ Award: Ryan Laws. Rookie of the Year Award recipient Pharaoh Brandenburg with Head Coach Steve Cummings during Monday’s Saugus High School Boys’ and Girls’ Track and Field banquet at Prince Pizzeria. Northeastern Conference All-Star and Most Valuable Player Award: Kaeleb Mathieu. By Tara Vocino T Coaches’ Award: Kendall Hatch. Most Improved Award: Koby Jette (not shown) and Peyton DiBiasio, who is shown with Boys’ Head Coach Joseph Alba. Rookie of the Year Awardee: Soraya Mathieu with Girls’ Head Coach Joseph Alba. he Saugus High School Boys’ and Girls’ Varsity Track and Field Sachems gave awards to top athletes during last week’s banquet at Prince Pizzeria. Coaches and incoming captains: Coach Steve Cummings, Justin Bremberg, Angie Lopez, Peyton DiBiasio, Brianna Feldman and Head Coach Joseph Alba. Northeastern Conference All-Star and Most Valuable Player Award: Jessica Bremberg. Incoming and outgoing captains. (Advocate photos by Tara Vocino)

Page 12 THE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FriDAy, JUnE 14, 2024 Saugus Gardens in the Spring Here’s what’s blooming in town this week to make your walks more enjoyable By Laura Eisener T oday, June 14, is Flag Day, commemorating the date in 1777 when the design of stars and stripes was officially adopted by the Second Continental Congress. In the many years since, the number of stars in the “constellation” has changed to reflect the number of states, but we still have 13 stripes. U.S. flags and other patriotic decorations are displayed in many gardens, and flagpole beds and planters often have a red, white and blue flower combination. Among the most vivid red of perennials are several varieties of pinks (Dianthus spp.). Pinks got their name from the pinked edges found on the petals of several species. The genus includes both annual and perennial plants, which can lead to confusion when choosing them for gardens or container plantings. Most perennial varieties will bloom only in early June, while the annual types keep blooming through the summer. Close relatives of carnations (Dianthus caryophyllus), for which Saugus’ Sims Carnation company was world famous. The variety ‘Fire Star’ is a perennial with intriguing bright red clove scented flowers and bluish green grasslike foliage. Like most pinks, it is not usually eaten by deer or rabbits. At the June 10 80th anniversary ceremony beside the DeFranzo Monument on Main Street, another variety of bright red pinks were at their peak of bloom. In the front garden of David and Jerri DeFilippis on Prospect Street, the American flag waves over a garden that has an impressive trueblue delphinium standing tall in one corner. David enjoys many kinds of gardening and spending time outdoors, which shows in his thriving Dianthus ‘Fire Star’ is one of the prettiest of several red varieties of pinks blooming now. (Photo courtesy of Laura Eisener) garden. David is raising some vegetables as well as ornamental plants. Beautiful pots of pansies line the front steps. Delphiniums are named after the family of oceanic dolphins (Delphinidae), because each individual flower in the spiky cluster have a curved spur at the back that might remind you of a dolphin gracefully leaping out of the water. June is known for many flowers, especially roses, but they are not the only shrubs that bloom in June. Weigela (Weigela florida) has trumpet shaped flowers that bloom in June and sometimes sporadically later in the summer. Many varieties are grown for their colorful leaves as well. Variegated weigela like one growing in the garden at St. John’s near Saugus Center has pale pink flowers and sage green leaves with white edges. The dwarf form ‘My Monet’ has pink flowers and green leaves with white and pink edges that keep that color until fall, and a mature height under three feet tall. ‘Wine and Roses’ has brighter pink flowers and wine-red foliage, growing about five feet tall, while ‘Tiny Wine’ is a dwarf form with similar colors. There are plenty of flowers, Blue blooms of delphinium stand out in the garden of David DeFilippis in the Saugus Center neighborhood. (Photo courtesy of Laura Eisener) Variegated weigela is a beautiful June blooming shrub that also offers foliage interest throughout the season. (Photo courtesy of Laura Eisener) Bright pink strawberry blossoms herald the sweet fruits of early summer! (Photo courtesy of Laura Eisener) but only a few edible fruits ripen this early in the year, so strawberries have been eagerly anticipated for centuries. Strawberries (Fragaria spp.) represent the beginning of a season of abundance. Our June moon, which this year will be full next Friday night, June 21, is known as the strawberry moon.A few strawberries have ripened along the Saugus River near the blacksmith shop at the Saugus Iron Works. Tours have resumed for the season, and the site has work underway on the waterwheel that operates the trip hammer in the forge building. The new lawn has grown in where the summer concerts are held, replacing the gravel that had protected the soil from compaction for the past few seasons. If you look carefully, you can see the outline of the new lawn because clover has not yet grown there, and the grass is a slightly different type than the surroundThis Flag Day display with blue lobelia on some front steps attracts attention with an unusual blue flower color. (Photo courtesy of Laura Eisener) ing older lawn. June is the month for strawberry festivals all over New England. Today, June 14, is actually National Strawberry Shortcake Day! Hope you enjoy a shortcake or two at Saugus’ Strawberry Festival tomorrow, and bring home a few new plants for your garden. The Battle of Bunker Hill was fought on June 17, 1775. Editor’s Note: Laura Eisener is a landscape design consultant who helps homeowners with landscape design, plant selection and placement of trees and shrubs, as well as perennials. She is a member of the Saugus Garden Club and offered to write a series of articles about “what’s blooming in town” shortly after the outbreak of the COVID-19 pandemic. She was inspired after seeing so many people taking up walking.

THE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FriDAy, JUnE 14, 2024 Page 13 The Sounds of Saugus By Mark E. Vogler Good morning, Saugus Memorial Day is over. Saugus High School graduation has come and gone. Covering those two events, which occur on consecutive weeks, usually keeps me busy – especially with shooting a bunch of photos, processing them and selecting them for photo pages. Even with a lull in the action this past week, it seems like things will get hectic in the coming weeks between now and the Fourth of July – which will be on a Thursday this year – and is just a day short of three weeks away. And next Wednesday, June 19, America will be observing a relatively new federal holiday – “Juneteenth” – which essentially commemorates the end of slavery in the United States. On June 19, 1865, Union Army Maj. Gen. Gordon Granger rode into Galveston, Texas, to inform slaves that they were truly free, setting into motion the Emancipation Proclamation that President Abraham Lincoln had made official in writing on Jan. 1, 1863 – nearly two and a half years earlier. Juneteenth National Independence Day became an official federal holiday in 2021 when President Biden signed it into law. Town Hall and all other municipal buildings and federal buildings in Saugus and across the nation will be closed in observance of the holiday. Today (Friday, Feb. 14) is Flag Day. Father’s Day is Sunday (Feb. 16). That’s really a commercialized holiday. But for those who celebrate Mother’s Day, Father’s Day deserves to be celebrated equally. Meanwhile, there are some activities this weekend that should draw great interest. Sunday will certainly be a family day locally, marked by cookouts or restaurant reservations to honor all of the beloved dads. Tomorrow (Saturday, June 15), the Saugus Historical Society will host its annual Strawberry Festival from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. in the American Legion Hall while the Saugus Garden Club holds its annual plant sale on the front lawn of the Roby School on Main Street. Next week, the Saugus Public Library should begin to feel a spike in the daily crowds as the library launches its Kids 2024 Summer the Pen Pal Program. We received this email from Laurie, seeking some publicity about the program. Not having any nominations from our readers for “Shout Outs” this week, we decided that Laurie’s email qualified as a mega “Shout Out”: The Saugus Senior Center, along with the fourth-grade students from the Belmonte Steam Academy, were thrilled to participate for the second year in a row in our Pen Pal Program. Senior Center Outreach Coordinator, Cheryl Roberto, once again joined with fourth-grade teacher, Brigitte Vaudo, to promote this wonderful intergenerational program that is such a benefit to both seniors and students. We begin promoting this program in September with signups for Seniors who would like to have a Pen Pal. Students are then matched to a senior, and the communication continues throughout the school year with letters exchanged approximately every other month. This year, Bernadette Wilkinson, Council on Aging Board Member as well as a retired educator, stepped up and volunteered to assist in picking up and delivering the letters. On Monday, June 3rd, we were able to host a pizza party for both seniors and students to meet their Pen Pals. It was another great success, and all participants expressed their delight and excitement to continue this program next year! Reading Program. Please see a related story in this week’s issue. Stay tuned for more activities. Food Pantry notes The Saugus United Parish Food Pantry is open today (Friday, June 14) from 9:3011 a.m. at 50 Essex St. in the basement of Cliftondale Congregational Church. Legion Breakfasts over for summer American Legion Post 210 would like to thank all those who made the 2023-24 breakfast season such a success, and wish them a wonderful summer. We will resume serving breakfast on Friday, September 6, 2024. Sharon’s Sneaker Crew yard sale tomorrow Sharon Genovese and her group – Sharon’s Sneaker Crew – will be hosting a Jimmy Fund Yard Sale tomorrow (Saturday, June 15) at 23 Lily Pond Ave. from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Lots of good items: TV, bike, furniture and toys. The second date is Saturday, June 22. All proceeds will go to the Jimmy Fund Walk. She and members of her crew plan to walk in the Boston Marathon Dana-Farber Jimmy Fund Walk this fall. If you need any more information, you can call or text Sharon at 617-966-3475 or email her at sunkin1@aol.com. Mick Foley at Kowloon June 19 The Kowloon Restaurant (Route 1 North in Saugus) is set to host Mick Foley, professional world champion wrestler, for the only one-man live show this year. The event is slated for June 19, 2024. The doors open at 5:30 p.m. and showtime is 7 p.m. VIP Super Tickets are $150.00 per person for Priority Seating, a photo opportunity and three autographs. VIP Tickets are $99.00 per person for Priority Seating, a photo opportunity and an autograph. General admission is $33.00 per person and includes the show only. Tickets are available by order online at Kowloonrestaurant. com or the Kowloon front desk or charge-by-phone: 781-233-0077. Michael “Mick” Francis Foley is an American retired professional wrestler and author. He is currently signed to WWE, under the company’s “Legends” program, acting as a company ambassador. Don’t miss his only appearance as Mick discusses the legendary “Hell In A Cell” match. For more information go to www.kowloonrestaurant.com A “Shout Out” for the Pen Pal Program Saugus Senior Center Director Laurie Davis wants to express her gratitude for all of the people who contributed to the success of 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 a 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 a photo. June events at Kowloon JUNE 14: Concert Series: SUNSET VIEW – 7:00 p.m. – Free General Admission or $10 Reserved Seating. JUNE 14: Mai Tai THC-Infused Seltzer Launch: LIVE MUSIC – 7:00 p.m. – 21+ only and Free General Admission. JUNE 15: Concert Series: DAVE MACKLIN BAND – 7:00 p.m. – Free General Admission or $10 Reserved Seating. THE SOUNDS | SEE PAGE 16

Page 14 THE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FriDAy, JUnE 14, 2024 OBITUARIES Mr. Christopher Michael Johnson Christopher was born in O 7th f Pembroke, formerly of Saugus. Passed away on Friday, June at the South Shore Hospital surrounded by his family at the age of 53. He was the beloved husband of Victoria (Raineri) Johnson of Pembroke. Melrose and raised in Saugus where he remained a resident until he moved to Pembroke 5 years ago. He was the son of Walter E. and Joan T. (Scire) Johnson of Saugus. Christopher loved to participate in fantasy sports which he enjoyed with his cousin and friends partaking in grilling steaks and eating ice cream sundaes. He also liked playing golf and preparing barbeque. He was an avid Celtics and Red Sox fan, loved movies, reading and was a history buff. He collected sports memorabilia, which included autographed photos of his favorite basketball player, Larry Bird. In the summertime, there was nothing he enjoyed more than sitting by the pool with his children. Besides his wife and parents, he is survived by his loving daughters to whom he was completely devoted; Sydney Lee Johnson of Somerville, Madelyn Johnson of Melrose, Francesca Raineri-Johnson of Pembroke, and his stepdaughter Ailis Raineri of Pembroke. Christopher was the brother of Jennifer Carpenito of Peabody. He was also the proud uncle of Timothy Gambardella of Peabody, Caitlin Lucey of Reading and a Grand Uncle to Cameron Lucey of Reading. He is also survived by many uncles, aunts and cousins. In lieu of flowers donations in his memory may be made to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital @stjude.org. SERVICE INFORMATION Relatives & friends are invitIRS Criminal Investigation Division T ed to attend visiting hours in the Bisbee-Porcella Funeral Home, 549 Lincoln Ave., SAUGUS, on Monday June 17, 4-8 p.m. A funeral will be held from the funeral home on Tuesday at 9 a.m. followed by a funeral mass in Blessed Sacrament Church, 14 Summer St., Saugus at 10 a.m. For directions & condolences www. BisbeePorcella.com. he IRS Criminal Investigation Division files reports on an annual basis relating to investigations relating to tax fraud, corporate fraud, money laundering, identity theft as well as drug trafficking. The Internal Revenue Service states that its conviction rate was 88% in calendar year 2023. The IRS makes it a point of continuously releasing press releases in order to inform the public of its role in seeking prosecutions of people violating the tax laws. What types of tax fraud might the IRS look for? Claiming losses on lottery tickets that don’t exist, point-of-sale systems that delete a certain amount of revenue from being reported, the filing of false tax returns, claiming of fraudulent fuel tax credits, employee retention tax credits, paycheck protection plan forgivable loan applications, cryptocurrency crimes, narcotics trafficking, unreported income, underreported income, fictitious expense deductions, etc. The IRS allocated $38million in fiscal year 2022 in order to pay to whistleblowers. The IRS compensated whistleblowers between 15% to 30% of the amount of tax dollars recovered by the IRS, which amounted to over Janice (Kearney) Michalski O $143miilion paid to whistleblowers. Since 2007, the IRS has paid a whopping $1.1billion to whistleblowers. 71 percent of all claims filed by whistleblowers were denied. A Whistleblower would file Form D-3949-A with the IRS, (Tax Fraud and Identity Theft Information Report). The IRS is now using Artificial Intelligence (AI) in order to assist in its data gathering activities. The IRS will be able to increase its data gathering activities exponentially with the use of AI in order to more efficiently review tax-related data in order to detect income tax fraud and other types of crimes. We’ve entered a new age where governmental agencies will have just one more tool at their disposal to achieve their objectives. Joseph D. Cataldo is an estate planning/elder law attorney, Certified Public Accountant, Certified Financial Planner, AICPA Personal Financial Specialist and holds a masters degree in taxation. f Saugus, formerly of Charlestown. Died at Beverly Hospital on Saturday, June 8th at the age of 84. She was the wife of the late Joseph Michalski. Born in Quincy and raised in Charlestown, Mrs. Michalski was the daughter of the late Maurice and Lillian (Keefe) Kearney. She has been a resident of Saugus for the past 55 years. Mrs. Michalski is survived by her two daughters, Cara Aloise and Amy Michalski both of Saugus; one grandson, Cesare Aloise; two brothers, Richard Kearney of Saugus and James Kearney of Abington; and one sister, Mary Butler of Woburn. She was predeceased by her sister, Joanne Kearney. Relatives and friends are invited to attend visiting hours in the Bisbee-Porcella Funeral Home, 549 Lincoln Ave., Saugus on Friday June 14 from 4-7 p.m. A funeral will be held from the funeral home on Saturday at 9 a.m. followed by a funeral mass in St. Margaret’s Church, 431 Lincoln Ave., Saugus at 10 a.m. Interment at Riverside Cemetery in Saugus. In lieu of flowers, donations in Janice’s memory may be made to St. Jude’s Children’s Research hospital at stjude.org. Michele Marie (Healy) Guercio O f Saugus. Died peacefully at her home on Friday, June 7th, 2024, following a long and courageous battle with metastatic breast cancer. Born on February 24, 1976, she was the daughter of James H. and Mary Ann (Haddad) Healy. Growing up in Lenox, Michele was the third of four daughters; all of whom graduated from the Lenox school system. Michele was a member of her high school basketball team when they went on to win the Western Mass. Conference Finals. Michele attended Regis College and then transferred to the University of Massachusetts at Amherst, where she earned her B.A. in English. She was employed for many years within accounting firms in Boston. Most recently, her true vocation was attained when she became a preschool teacher at Our Lady of Assumption Catholic School (OLA) in Lynnfield. Michele was an avid lover of nature, enjoying fishing with her boys and taking trips back home to The Berkshires. She loved living near the ocean and enjoyed many vacations to the beaches of Cape Cod and Maine with her family. She was an ardent sports fan and enjoyed watching the Celtics and Red Sox. Michele was thrilled that her boys shared the love of sports like she did. She loved being a sports mom watching Nathan and Luke playing the sports that she always enjoyed. On August 27th, 2005, she married her best friend and partner in life, Roy Guercio of Everett. Being the mother of two young sons, Nathan and Luke was her pride and joy. While she relished her time with them, cheering on their athletic and academic endeavors, the thing she was most proud of and would often say, is that she and her husband raised “good people”. Michele loved reading, listening to music, cooking for and with her family, baking birthday cakes from scratch, and making all those who came to her home feel welcome and loved. Michele had many interests such as picking up the clarinet that she used to play in high school. Michele adored her Russian Blue cat Mickey who would always sit on her and cuddle. She taught herself how to knit. Michele loved family and friends game night She also loved the challenge of finishing complex puzzles Michele leaves her husband of 19 years and her sons Nathan (15) and Luke (11). She also leaves her in-laws, Frank and Josephine Guercio. and their daughter, Mary Harkins and her daughter Mia Harkins; all of whom were more than in-laws, they were true family. She also leaves, Karen and her husband, Jeffrey Crofts of Pittsfield and their children, Abigail and Alexander Crofts, Susan Healy of Lenox and her son, Jack Frederick, and Jennifer Healy of Pittsfield. Her godparents, Elizabeth Sheehan of Dalton and George Haddad of Pittsfield as well as many aunts, uncles, and cousins across the state and the country. Relatives and friends were invited to attend visiting hours on Thursday, June 13th at the Bisbee-Porcella Funeral Home, 549 Lincoln Ave in Saugus. A funeral will be held from the funeral home on Friday morning, June 14th at 9:30 a.m. followed by a funeral mass at 10:30 a.m. at her parish, Blessed Sacrament Church, 14 Summer St. in Saugus. In lieu of flowers, donations can in made in her memory to: Our Lady of Assumption School, 40 Grove Street, Lynnfield, MA 01940 or to the Go Fund Me set up for her sons at this link: https://gofund.me/1cf22d2a Subscribe to the Advocate Online: www.advocatenews.net

THE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FriDAy, JUnE 14, 2024 Page 15 LEAPING | FROM PAGE 1 challenged the permit. But a ruling this week by the state Land Court granted a motion by Sanctuary Medicinals to dismiss the part of the lawsuit filed by Northeastcann which challenged the S-2 permit issued to Sanctuary. A fourpage opinion issued Monday (June 10) by Judge Michael D. Vhay determined that Northeastcann had no legal basis for challenging Sanctuary’s S-2 permit. Sanctuary has submitted plans to build its dispensary at 181 Broadway, site of the former 99 Restaurant. Issuance of the S-2 permit enables the company to enter into a host community agreement with Town Manager Scott C. Crabtree. “Sanctuary is free and clear from litigation now, so we’re happy with this ruling,” said Saugus Attorney Peter Flynn, who has been working as a legal consultant for Sanctuary. “Our clients are just looking forward to setting up a host community agreement with the town manager and moving forward on this soon and hope to take this to the town manager within days,” Flynn told The Saugus Advocate in an interview this week. Flynn explained that Sanctuary being named as a defendant in Northeastcann’s lawsuit against the town “sort of froze things up,” creating an environment that wasn’t conducive to negotiations with the town, the attorney noted. “Judge Vhay was very clear in his ruling that this was a baseless lawsuit. And it set us back a quarter of a million - 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. ES24P1725EA Estate of: ELIZABETH ANN THOMAS Also known as: ELIZABETH THOMAS, ELIZABETH A. THOMAS Date of Death: 05/23/2024 CITATION ON PETITION FOR FORMAL ADJUDICATION To all interested persons: A Petition for Probate of Will with Appointment of Personal Representative has been filed by Joshua D. Sheehan of Peoria, AZ requesting that the Court enter a formal Decree and Order and for such other relief as requested in the Petition. The Petitioner requests that: Joshua D. Sheehan of Peoria, AZ 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 07/16/2024. 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: June 10, 2024 PAMELA A. CASEY O’BRIEN REGISTER OF PROBATE June 14, 2024 dollars, when you consider the time lost, legal costs and having to pay rent at the location where we want to start our business,” Flynn said. “We’re ready to start work on the 99 and converting it into a facility for our business. But we need to get the host agreement set up with the town manager,” he said. “As it stands right now, we’re the only one holding a permit [to open a retail marijuana facility in Saugus] and who is not part of any litigation. Sanctuary is in the best position to do business financially.” A closer look at the judge’s ruling Northeastcann had sought an S-2 permit for its proposed site at 1529 Broadway, where the Avalon Motel is located. But its application failed on a 2-2 vote by selectmen. That prompted a lawsuit early this year by Northeastcann against the Town of Saugus, the Board of Selectmen and Sanctuary which challenged two decisions. The first count of the complaint challenged the denial of Northeastcann’s application. The second count – the one which Judge Vhay dismissed – challenged the permit obtained by Sanctuary. Lawyers for Sanctuary filed a motion with the Land Court, contending that Northeastcann lacked standing under state law to challenge Sanctuary’s special permit. Judge Vhay agreed. “Abutters to a property that’s received a special permit have a rebuttable presumption that they’re persons aggrieved,” the judge wrote in his ruling. “But Northeastcann doesn’t own property abutting the site of Sanctuary’s proposed marijuana facility. In fact, Northeastcann neither owns nor rents any land whatsoever in Saugus,” Judge Vhay said. “Northeastcann thus lacks the statutory presumption of standing. It nonetheless argues it has standing sufficient to survive Sanctuary’s motion to dismiss on account of (1) being a party to a letter of intent to lease the site of its own proposed marijuana facility in Saugus and (2) its reduced chances of getting a license from the Town of Saugus to open Northeastcann’s own facility [assuming the Court reverses the Selectboard’s decision denying Northeastcann’s permit application, the subject of Northeastcann’s Count 1] now that Sanctuary has its special permit. Neither argument is persuasive,” the judge concluded. The judge said Northeastcann would still lack standing as an abutter if it owned the property that it plans to build on. Northeastcann’s proposed site at 1529 Broadway is 2.8 miles from Sanctuary’s proposed site at 181 Broadway. Since Northeastcann doesn’t enjoy a presumption of standing, it must show that it is “a person aggrieved,” the judge said. “In other words,” he added, the permit issued to Sanctuary must cause harm to Northeastcann. “That the granting of Sanctuary’s special permit may reduce the chances of Northeastcann getting a cannabis-facility is not an interest Saugus’s Zoning Bylaws or the Zoning Act expressly protects,” the judge said. “Northeastcann concedes that the Zoning Bylaw doesn’t cap, for example, the number of special permits available to marijuana retailers; instead, Northeastcann is fearful that, with a special permit in hand, Sanctuary will proceed to get a separate cannabis operating license (a non-zoning approval), which in turn will allegedly reduce Northeastcann’s chances of getting a similar non-zoning license,” the ruling continued. “Northeastcann cites no authority that a party’s interest in obtaining a non-zoning approval generally, or a cannabis license in particular, falls within those interests the Zoning Act protects, a prerequisite for claiming ‘aggrieveLEAPING | SEE PAGE 17 - 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. ES24P1665EA Estate of: FRANK A. RECUPERO Also known as: FRANK RECUPERO Date of Death: 04/01/2021 CITATION ON PETITION FOR FORMAL ADJUDICATION To all interested persons: A Petition for Late and Limited Formal Testacy and/or Appointment has been filed by Josephine Henry of Caver, 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: Josephine Henry of Caver, MA 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 07/19/2024. 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: June 07, 2024 PAMELA A. CASEY O’BRIEN REGISTER OF PROBATE June 14, 2024

Page 16 THE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FriDAy, JUnE 14, 2024 SOUNDS| FROM PAGE 13 JUNE 21: Concert Series: UP ALL NIGHT! – 7:00 p.m. – Free General Admission or $10 Reserved Seating. JUNE 26: Bingo Night with DJ TOMMY – 7:00 p.m. – Free General Admission. JUNE 28: Concert Series: DAVE MACKLIN BAND – 7:00 p.m. – Free General Admission or $10 Reserved Seating. JUNE 29: Concert Series: XS BAND – 7:00 p.m. – Free General Admission or $10 Reserved Seating. For all tickets, call the Kowloon Restaurant at 781-2330077 or visit online at www. kowloonrestaurant.com SAVE Annual Meeting/ Dinner Saugus Action Volunteers for the Environment (SAVE) will hold its 51st Annual Meeting & Dinner on Wednesday, June 26, 2024, at Polcari’s Restaurant (92 Broadway-Route 1 North, Saugus). Social time starts at 6:30 p.m.; dinner buffet begins at approximately 7:00 p.m. The public is cordially invited and we hope you can join us for the mixed buffet consisting of garden salad, chicken & broccoli penne, cheese ravioli, assorted pizzas, rolls and butter, dessert, coffee and tea. A cash bar will be available. Tickets are $35 per person. Payment can be made by check or Venmo. For a printable copy of the regisYour Hometown News Delivered! EVERETT ADVOCATE MALDEN ADVOCATE REVERE ADVOCATE SAUGUS ADVOCATE One year subscription to The Advocate of your choice: $175 per paper in-town per year or $225 per paper out-of-town per year. Name_________________________________________ Address_______________________________________ City_______________ State_______ Zip ____________ CC# _______________________________ Exp. _____ Sec. code____ Advocate (City):___________________ Clip & Mail Coupon with Credit Card, Check or Money Order to: Advocate Newspapers Inc. 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Free parking is available on-site, and the facility is accessible for persons with disabilities. Summer track is coming Coach Christopher Tarantino’s popular Summer Track for youths ages five through 18 begins on July 1. The program is scheduled for 6 to 8 p.m. at the track outside Belmonte STEAM Academy. Registration will run from June 24-28. Here is the schedule: July 1-5: first formal week. July 8-11: second formal week. July 12, 10 a.m.-12 p.m.: makeup practice (if necessary). July 12, 6 p.m.: pasta dinner at Prince. 10. 10. In June 1844, the YMCA was founded in London; in 1978 what band released a song about the YMCA? 1. 1. June 14 is Flag Day; what is another word for half-staff? 2. 2. What comedian who hosted “You Bet Your Life” said, “I was married by a judge. I should have asked for a jury”? 3. 3. On June 15, 1864, Arlington National Cemetery was founded; whose Virginia estate was turned into the cemetery? 4. 4. What does COBRA stand for? 5. 5. 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Cost: $250 first year, $200 returning with uniform, $150 if three years or more in summer program; includes pasta dinner, t-shirt, uniform and entry into Summer Showdown. Please note that these programs are not being offered through the town’s Youth & Recreation Department. Please contact Coach Christopher Tarantino directly with questions at 781-854-6778 or christophertarantino24@ gmail.com. CHaRM Center is open The Town of Saugus recently announced that the CHaRM Center is open Wednesday and Saturday from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Residents will be required to buy a $25 Sticker to use the Compost Facilities as well as to recycle hard plastics. The rest of the Facility’s features are free to use for any Saugus resident. Residents are also allowed three TVs or computers/CRT monitors for free per household each year. The Town of Saugus reserves the right to refuse any material if quantity or quality is questionable. The final date the CHaRM Center will be open for the season is December 14. 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THE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FriDAy, JUnE 14, 2024 Page 17 LEAPING | FROM PAGE 15 ment’ … This court will not be the first to so rule.” Northeastcann criticized the town manager In the lawsuit filed early this year, Northeastcann lawyers alleged that Sanctuary Medicinals’ project contained numerous adverse conditions that prevented it from being a marijuana establishment. In the complaint, the lawyers were also highly critical of Town Manager Crabtree and his use of the seven-member Marijuana Establishment Review Committee (MERC) to make recommendations on which companies to issue an S-2 permit. “There is an apparent political dispute between the town manager and selectmen members,” the complaint said. “The town manager failed to follow the bylaws related to the Host Community Agreement,” according to the Northeastcann attorney. “Selectmen improperly relied on the findings of the MERC. Selectmen came to meetings with preconceived decisions,” the complaint said. “Selectmen came to the meeting for the special permit, improperly swayed by the MERC and its flawed process.” Sanctuary was only one of two candidates that received a recommendation from the seven-member Marijuana Establishment Review Committee (MERC) for the S-2 permit. The business received a total of 118 points out of a possible 140 in a scoring system. “The Respondent’s proposed location is advantageous, and its extensive cannabis experience and current vertical integration business model are significant benefits,” the committee concluded in its analysis. “The Respondent appeared to be one of the strongest positioned to open, succeed, and provide minimal or manageable impact to the surrounding neighborhood,” it noted. MERC report rated Northeastcann poorly Northeastcann finished fifth in the MERC ranking with 32 points. The committee found the proposed site at 1529 Broadway, the current Avalon Motel, as “adequate.” But the committee was concerned about its proximity to existing cannabis retail businesses operating in Malden and Melrose. Access to the site is difficult, due to significant traffic congestion in the immediate area. In addition, the current and future development of Essex Landing has already added significant traffic and roadway layout challenges, according to the committee. Conclusion: “The lack of an open retail cannabis business and verifiable cannabis retail experience are a concern to the Review Committee. In addition, the proposed location presents negative impact concerns and challenges.” At the selectmen meeting last December, Selectman Corinne Riley made the motion to approve an S-2 permit for Northeastcann, for its proposed site at 1529 Broadway, the current Avalon Motel. Selectman Anthony Cogliano voted to approve the permit. But Selectman Michael Serino and Board of Selectmen Chair Debra Panetta voted against it citing their confidence in the MERC report’s recommendations. It failed 2-2. Pat Russolillo, a retired major in the Massachusetts State Police, challenged the MERC findings about access being an issue for the site. “The best location was the Avalon Motel [Northeastcann], because it would eliminate that public safety nightmare and replace it with a first-class facility,” Selectman Cogliano said in an interview after the December meeting. Selectman Riley also spoke in support of Northeastcann’s application. “To me, it’s unfortunate that the proposed facility at the Avalon Motel [Northeastcann] wasn’t one of the applications approved, as I feel it would be a better use of the site than the current motel with the state renting rooms to migrants, putting a strain on our Police Department and school district,” she said. Board of Selectmen Chair Debra Panetta defended the way the MERC conducted business in making its recommendations. “Both Sanctuary Medicinals and Uma Flowers received the highest scores on location by the Town of Saugus Marijuana Establishment Review Committee,” she said in an interview last December after the vote. “As a Selectman, I have trusted the recommendations of our Police Chief, Fire Chief, Public Health Director and Building Inspector, where these four individuals were members of this committee. I welcome Sanctuary Medicinals to Saugus, and I wish them the best of luck,” she said. She noted that the Board of Selectmen’s responsibility was to grant an S-2 permit (special permit) based on the best location, traffic flow, neighborhood impact, access/egress, proximity to schools, circulation flows, parking and queuing, etc., “as required by our zoning bylaws.” “Once the Board issues the special permit, it’s the Town Manager’s responsibility to enter into the host community agreement. Then it’s up to the state, the Cannabis Control Commission, to issue the license,” she said. LEAPING | SEE PAGE 18 - 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. ES24C0204CA In the matter of: TERESA ANN FRESINA CITATION ON PETITION TO CHANGE NAME A Petition to Change Name of Adult has been filed by Teresa Ann Fresina of Saugus, MA requesting that the court enter a Decree changing their name to: Terry Sage Bernard. IMPORTANT NOTICE Any person may appear for the purposes of objecting to the petition by filing an appearance at: Essex Probate and Family Court before 10:00 a.m. on the return day of 07/15/2024. This is NOT a hearing date, but a deadline by which you must file a written appearance if you object to this proceeding. WITNESS, Hon. Frances M. Giordano, First Justice of this Court. Date: June 05, 2024 PAMELA CASEY O’BRIEN REGISTER OF PROBATE June 14, 2024 REAL ESTATE TRANSACTIONS Copyrighted material previously published in Banker & Tradesman/The Commercial Record, a weekly trade newspaper. It is reprinted with permission from the publisher, The Warren Group. For a searchable database of real estate transactions and property information visit: www. thewarrengroup.com. BUYER1 Arreaga, Guilian G BUYER2 Lopez, Edisa C SELLER1 46 Serino Way LLC SELLER2 ADDRESS 46 Serino Way CITY Saugus DATE 05.10.24 PRICE 750000

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This pet-free, smoke-free retreat offers convenient washer/dryer hookups and requires a 680+ credit score with references. Call or text Rosa Rescigno at 781-8200096 or soldwithrosa@gmail.com. A nicely maintained split entry ranch on a quiet dead-end street. This well cared for 3-bedroom, 2 full bath home allows for ample living space with 3 spacious living rooms, a bright eat-in kitchen with peninsula, granite counters, and bow window for natural lighting. Walk out of the sliders to a new large composite deck and enjoy the private outdoor space. Hardwood floors, custom bookcases, closet space, 2 zone heat, and 2 wood burning fireplaces are other highlights this home has to offer. The finished lower level offers high ceilings and additional living space complete with a wet bar, laundry, and multiple rooms for guests. This home is tucked away on a quiet side road but is close to public transportation and convenient to Route One. Open house June 13th, 15th, and 16th. Offers reviewed on and due by 3pm on June 18th. Please do not submit offers prior to 6/18. Send offers in one PDF by e-mail to list agent. Contact Information: Lea Doherty call or text 617-594-9164 or email at listwithlea@yahoo.com. Gloucester, MA Welcome to your new beautiful home! This gorgeous year-round rental apartment has all the amenities you will ever need. Adorned with gleaming hardwood floors, elegant high ceilings and bathed in natural light. This well-maintained space exudes warmth and comfort. With convenient washer dryer hookups included, keeping up with laundry has never been easier. To maintain our standards, we require a credit score of 680 or higher along with references. Enjoy a pet-free and smoke-free environment, fostering a clean and tranquil atmosphere for all. Call Rosa at 781-8200096 or email at soldwithrosa@gmail.com. Wakefield, MA Welcome to this well-maintained home in a desirable Wakefield neighborhood! Featuring gleaming hardwood floors, the well-lit and modern kitchen is perfect for all your culinary needs. The versatile rooms can easily be converted into a home gym or office. Enjoy the spacious deck, ideal for hosting gatherings, and the beautifully landscaped yard. Additional highlights include a convenient washer and dryer, as well as outdoor parking. This home is also conveniently located near shopping and highways, making it the perfect blend of comfort and accessibility. Don't miss out on this gem! Contact Information: Sue Palomba call or text at 617-877-4553 or email at infowithmango@gmail.com. Reading, MA This home offers the main bedroom on the first floor with a full bath. 2 electric meters. This property is ideally situated in a prime location, close to Market Basket for all your grocery needs, and close distance to the commuter rail, making your daily commute effortless. Enjoy the convenience of nearby shopping centers and major highways, providing quick and easy access to the airport, as well as a seamless drive to downtown Boston. The perfect blend of suburban tranquility and urban accessibility. Call or text Sue Palomba at 617-877-4553 or email at soldwithsue@gmail.com. Sizzling summer days. A red-hot housing market. Contact us today for a complimentary home market analysis. 26 Houston Avenue, Saugus, MA List Price: $725,000 18 Edgehill Road, Saugus, MA List Price:$699,900 8 rooms | 4 bedrooms | 2 bathrooms 1,708 square feet Welcome to this classic New England style colonial, a true gem with period details and modern updates. Don’t miss the opportunity to make this one your own. Providing Real Estate Services for 17 Years Servicing Saugus, Melrose, Wakefield, Malden, all North Shore communities, Boston and beyond. Lori Johnson 781.718.7409 Lisa Smallwood 617.240.2448 TRINITY REAL ESTATE | 321 MAIN STREET| SAUGUS, MA| VILLAGE PARK TrinityHomesRE.com 781.231.9800 8 rooms | 3 bedrooms | 2 bathrooms 2,226 square feet Move right into this well cared for raised Ranch with a peaceful, country like setting and close to the ponds, yet convenient to shopping and restaurants.

Page 20 THE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FriDAy, JUnE 14, 2024 FOR SALE FOR SALE- VERY DESIRABLE INDIAN ROCK NEIGHBORHOOD, OVERSIZED SPLIT ENTRY ON A LEVEL SIZABLE LOT. 4+ BEDROOMS, 3 FULL BATHS, 2800+ SQFT. ROOM FOR EXTENDED FAMILY IN THE FINISHED BASEMENT. CUSTOM BUILT BY ONE OWNER AND WELL CARED FOR. SAUGUS $925,000 CALL DANIELLE FOR DETAILS 978-987-9535 UNDER CONTRACT FOR SALE- FULLY RENOVATED 4 BEDROOM, 2.5 BATHROOM COLONIAL.THIS HOME HAS NEW ROOF, SIDING, WINDOWS, GAS HEAT HVAC SYSTEMS, AND C/A. YOU WILL BE WOWED BY THE OPEN CONCEPT WITH NEW KITCHEN WITH HIDDEN PANTRY, CUSTOM BUILT ENTERTAINMENT CENTER, AND NEW CUSTOM TILED BATHROOMS. BONUS FINISHED 3RD FLOOR FOR ADDED SPACE! THERE IS ALSO NEW RED OAK FLOORING AND FRESH PAINT THROUGHOUT. BEVERLY $999,999 CALL KEITH 781-389-0791 FOR SALE FOR SALE- THIS 3+ BEDROOM, 3 BATH RANCH IS NEWLY RENOVATED AND OFFERS PLENTY OF ROOM FOR EVERYONE! THE KITCHEN FEATURES WHITE & GRAY CABINETS WITH AN ISLAND OPEN TO THE DINING AREA AND WINDOWS OVERLOOKING THE PRIVATE BACKYARD, DECK AND IN-GROUND POOL. THE EXTENDED FAMILY BECAUSE THERE IS AN IN-LAW UNIT WITH AN ADDITIONAL KITCHEN, LIVING/ DINING ROOM, BEDROOM, AND BATH. LYNNFIELD $ 949,900 CALL DEBBIE 617-678-9710 COMING SOON COMING SOON- LARGE STATELY COLONIAL WITH HIGH CEILINGS AND PERIOD DETAIL THROUGH -OUT. LARGE ROOMS AND HARDWOOD FLOORS. THREE BEDROOMS AND 1.5 BATHROOMS. NICE SCREENED 3 SEASONED ROOMED TO ENJOY WARM SUMMER EVENINGS. POTENTIAL FOR EXPANSION IN ATTIC. SAUGUS CALL DEBBIE FOR MORE DETAILS 617-678-9710 COMING SOON COMING SOON- ADORABLE 3 BEDROOM 1 BATH RANCH WITH GARAGE UNDERNEATH ON A NICE SIDE STREET. NOTHING TO DO BUT MOVE RIGHT IN. SAUGUS CALL JOHN FOR MORE DETAILS 617-285-7117 FOR RENT SOLD SAUGUS LOOKING TO BUY OR SELL? COMING SOON COMING SOON- 6 BEDROOM, 2 BATH COLONIAL RICH IN PERIOD DETAIL WITH GORGEOUS WOODWORK AND STAIRCASE. LARGE ROOMS WITH HIGH CEILINGS. SO MUCH POTENTIAL IN THIS 3000+ SQFT HOME. SAUGUS CALL KEITH FOR MORE DETAILS 781-389-0791 DEBBIE MILLER (617) 678-9710 CALL HER FOR ALL YOUR REAL ESTATE NEEDS COMMERCIAL OFFICE SPACE FOR RENT- PRIME LOCATION. PROFESSIONAL BUILDING JUST OUTSIDE OF SAUGUS CENTER. PLENTY OF PARKING. THIS SPACE IS PERFECT FOR LAWYERS OFFICE, INSURANCE COMPANY, REAL ESTATE OFFICE, MORTGAGE COMPANY. WALK IN AREA, SEPARATE OFFICES, RECEPTION AREA, MENS AND WOMAN'S BATHROOMS, COMMON CONFERENCE ROOM. CONVENIENT TO ROUTE 1 AND DOWNTOWN. SPACE COULD BE SHARED, SPLIT OR THE ENTIRE SPACE COULD BE LEASED. SAUGUS $25 CALL KEITH FOR MORE DETAILS 781-389-0791 SOLD SOLD SAUGUS BUILDABLE LOT • SAUGUS $175,000 CALL KEITH 781-389-0791 FOR FURTHER DETAILS MOBILE HOMES • GREAT YOUNG ONE BEDROOM UNIT IN A VERY DESIRABLE PARK IN MOVE IN CONDITION. 2 CAR PARKING. LOW PARK RENT OF 410 DANVERS 89,900 • LOT AVAILABLE IN DESIRABLE FAMILY ESTATES COOPERATIVE MOBILE PARK. APPROX 120' X 30' SEWER AND WATER BRING YOUR UNIT AND HAVE A BRAND NEW BEAUTIFUL HOME....COOP FEE IS ONY 300- 350 A MONTH PEABODY $99,900 • PRE-CONSTRUCTION. WELCOME TO SHADY OAKS BRAND NEW MANUFACTURED HOME COMMUNITY. AFFORDABLE YET UPSCALE LIVING , EACH HOME HAS AMPLE SQUARE FOOTAGE WITH 2 BEDROOMS AND 2 BATHS. OPEN CONCEPT PERFECT FOR ENTERTAINING. HIGH QUALITY FINISHES FROM TOP TIER APPLIANCES TO ELEGANT FINISHES. OCCUPANCY DATE APRIL 2024 DANVERS PRICES START AT $229,000 FOR 2 BEDROOM, $159,900 FOR 1 BEDROOM CALL ERIC 781-223-0289 SAUGUS

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