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SAUGUS Vol. 24, No. 24 -FREETh e Advocate–A household word in Saugus! OCT C Published Every Friday www.advocatenews.net 781-233-4446 Second fl oor auditorium is a welcome meeting place after 15 months of hooking up via computer to conduct business By Mark E. Vogler augus selectmen have been lamenting for months BACK WHERE WE BELONG: On Tuesday night (June 15), the selectmen were very happy as they sat down in the second fl oor auditorium at Town Hall for the fi rst time in 15 months – a welcome relief from the meetings they have been conducting remotely via Zoom videoconferencing. (Saugus Advocate photo by Mark E. Vogler) about how much they miss not being able to hold their meetings in person, upstairs at Town Hall. But the outbreak of COVID-19 and Gov. Charlie Baker’s shutdown orders in March of last year forced the board – like every other local government body in Massachusetts – to conduct their public meetings isolated from the rest of the world, via Zoom videoconferencing. “It’s nice to see everyone not in a little block on television, fi nally back to normal, meetD OCATE Friday, June 18, 2021 Selectmen convene in person – fi nally! S ing in person,” Board of Selectmen Chair Anthony Cogliano said at Tuesday night’s (June 15) board meeting – the fi rst time in about 15 months that selectmen have been able to meet in the second fl oor auditorium at Town Hall. “It’s a big step towards normalcy again in the town, so it’s nice to see you all,” Cogliano said. Throughout the series of Zoom meetings, Cogliano has made clear that he’s no fan of the remote meetings, where participants appear in boxes across the computer screens SELECTMEN | SEE PAGE 4 Back to the classroom Michael Hashem steps down as Saugus High School Principal to become a math teacher again By Mark E. Vogler A Jaywalking Bird This big turkey was showing off on Washington Street in Lynnhurst on Tuesday morning. Read about the popular flowers in bloom that he might have passed while wandering about town. See inside for this week’s “Saugus Gardens in the Pandemic.” (Courtesy photo to The Saugus Advocate by Laura Eisener) A fter eight years as principal of Saugus High School, Michael Hashem is giving up his administrative job for the classroom as a mathematics teacher. Hashem’s plans became public Monday when he emailed a letter to staff , students and their families about CLASSROOM | SEE PAGE 6 ANGELO’S FULL SERVICE Regular Unleaded $2.779 Mid Unleaded $2.879 Super $3.019 Diesel Fuel $2.979 "42 Years of Excellence!" 1978-2020 KERO $4.65 DEF $3.49 9 Diesel $2.569 9 HEATING OIL 24-Hour Burner Service Call for Current Price! (125—gallon minimum) DEF Available by Pump! Open an account and order online at: www.angelosoil.com (781) 231-3500 (781) 231-3003 367 LINCOLN AVE • SAUGUS • OPEN 7 DAYS Prices subject to change Spring is around the Corner! FLEET

Page 2 THE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FRIDAY, JUNE 18, 2021 Saugus observes Flag Day $2.39 Editor’s Note: The following info is from a press release issued by Janice Jarosz about the Flag Day ceremonies observed on Sunday, June 13 in the Old BuriJ& $45 yd. S LANDSCAPE & MASONRY CO. MULCH SALE! Discount Spring Special PICK-UP or DELIVERY AVAILABLE 617-389-1490 Premium Hemlock or Pitch Black BELOW WHOLESALE COSTS LANDSCAPERS WELCOME $4 yd. $40 yd. $3 yd. al Ground – once known as the Revolutionary War Cemetery – in Saugus Center. A flag presentation was held at the Old Burial Ground in Saugus Center on June 13, 2021. Boy Scouts from Troop 61 took down the tattered flag and replaced it with a new one donated by the Daughters of the American Revolution. Once known as the Revolutionary War Cemetery, many brave soldiers from Saugus are buried there. The procession to the gravesite was led by the Lynn English Junior ROTC Color Guard. Charlotte Line, the regent of the Parson Roby Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution, opened A TRIBUTE TO SAUGUS PATRIOTS: Local representatives of the Daughters of the American Revolution, members of Saugus Boy Scout Troop 61, the Lynn English Junior ROTC Color Guard and a handful of town dignitaries at last Sunday’s (June 13) Flag Day observance in the Old Burial Ground. (Courtesy photos to The Saugus Advocate) the ceremony welcoming the gathering and spoke of the history of the cemetery. DAR Chaplin Jaclyn Cassarino gave the invocation; President of the Judge Samuel Holten Society Sylvia Renda led the gathering in the Pledge of Allegiance and Josh Doval recited the American Creed. Saugus Boy Scouts of America Troop 61 lowered, Hats off to the Class of 2021 NO MATTER WHERE YOUR JOURNEY TAKES YOU NEXT, YOU’LL ALWAYS BE PART OF OUR COMMUNITY. 419 BROADWAY, EVERETT MA 02149 Right by you. 61 7-38 7 - 1 1 10 7 7 1 SALEM ST, LYNNFIELD MA 01940 7 8 1 - 7 7 6 - 4444 WWW.EVERETTBANK .COM Member FDIC Member DIF folded and retired the old flag. President of the MA State Society Children of the American Revolution (CAR) Josh Droval, Sylvia Renda and other CAR members raised the new flag. Among the invited guests were Gordon Shepard, Selectmen Chairman Anthony Cogliano and Selectman Debra Panetta. WELCOME SUPPORT Saugus Youth Soccer would like to thank Rocky Hill Transport Corporation for their contract and generous support to the youth of Saugus in this year’s season.

THE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FRIDAY, JUNE 18, 2021 Page 3 Two from Saugus complete state Firefighting Academy T wo Saugus firefighters are among the most recent class to graduate from the Massachusetts Firefighting Academy. Firefighters Jonathan Crombie and Nicholas Landry were among 19 firefighters from 12 fire departments who completed the 50-day Career Recruit Firefighting Training Program of the Massachusetts Firefighting Academy (MFA) last Friday (June 11). MFA, a division of the Department of Fire Services, offers this program tuition-free. Landry, 23, a 2016 Saugus High School graduate, was one of six new members who joined the Saugus Fire Department early last year before the outbreak of the COVID-19 pandemic. He is the grandson of Lt. Domenic Cataldo, who was a decorated and longtime member of the Saugus Fire Department. Crombie is a 2016 graduate of Northeast Metropolitan Regional Vocational School. “This rigorous professional training provides our newest firefighters with the basic skills to perform their jobs effectively and safely,” said State Fire Marshal Peter Ostroskey. The 19 graduates represent the 12 fire departments of Beverly, Burlington, Danvers, Haverhill, Lynnfield, Manchester, Natick, Northborough, Orleans, Saugus, Upton and Winchester. “First responders are on the frontlines protecting their communities and these newest firefighters are needed now more than ever,” said Deputy State Fire Marshal Maribel Fournier, who is serving as the MFA director. “We have taken advantage of technology, reduced class size for social distancing, implemented daily screening, and required mask-wearing to keep our instructors and students as safe as possible during these uncertain times,” she said. Today’s firefighters do far more than fight fires Today’s firefighters do far more than fight fires. They train to respond to all types of hazards and emergencies. They are the first ones called to respond to chemical and environmental emergencies, ranging from the suspected presence of carbon monoxide to fentanyl overdoses or a gas leak. They might be called RECENT GRADUATES: A year of COVID-19 delayed their training, but Saugus Firefighters Jonathan Crombie and Nicholas Landry recently graduated from the Massachusetts Firefighting Academy. (Courtesy photo to The Saugus Advocate). to rescue a child who has fallen through the ice or who has locked themself in a bathroom. They rescue people from stalled elevators and those who are trapped in vehicle crashes. They test and maintain their equipment, including self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA), hydrants, hoses, power tools, and apparatus. At the MFA, they learn all these skills and more from certified fire instructors who are also experienced firefighters. Students learn all the basic skills they need to respond to fires, to contain and to control them, including the latest science of fire behavior and suppression tactics. They also receive training in public fire education, hazardous material incident mitigation, flammable liquids, stress management and self-rescue techniques. The intensive, 10-week program for municipal firefighters involves classroom instruction, physical fitness training, firefighter skills training and live firefighting practice. Training safely during pandemic In response to the pandemic, the 10-week curriculum was reorganized to take advantage of online learning technology while ensuring plenty of on-campus, practical skill experience with instructors. Students were on campus Monday through Thursday for short classroom lessons but mostly practicing and mastering new hands-on skills in the drill yard. Students studied in the virtual classroom on Fridays, where new topics were covered indepth. Basic firefighter skills The students received classroom training in all basic firefighter skills. They practiced first under non-fire conditions and then during controlled fire conditions. To graduate, students must demonstrate proficiency in life safety, search and rescue, ladder operations, water supply, pump operation and fire attack. Fire attack operations range from mailbox fires to multiple-floor or multiple-room structural fires. After the students successfully complete the Recruit Program, they have met the standards of National Fire Protection Association 1001 and are certified to the level of Firefighter I and II, and Hazardous Materials First Responder Operational Level by the Massachusetts Fire Training Council, which is accredited by the National Board on Fire Service Professional Qualifications.

Page 4 THE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FRIDAY, JUNE 18, 2021 SELECTMEN | FROM PAGE 1 of viewers, reminiscent of that old game show, “Hollywood Squares.” Cogliano and three of his colleagues (Selectman Michael Serino was unable to make the meeting for health-related reasons) all seemed to be happy, sitting in their chairs in front of the red stage curtain. About a dozen people, most of them participants who had business on the agenda, were there for the long-anticipated “in-person” session. No major votes were taken. The most significant aspect of the meeting was the return of the five-member body to the “normal” routine of public meetings. Meanwhile, the School Committee is still conducting its meetings via Zoom because money apparently wasn’t budgeted to pay for camera equipment at the Belmonte School – the future site of the School Committee Room. “I want to meet in person as much as anyone, but it’s more important we maintain a visual record of our meetings and allow as much audience participation as possible,” School Committee Vice-Chair Ryan Fisher said. “Until the cameras are in place or we’re able to arrange another space to hold televised meetings, we’ll stay on Zoom. It shouldn’t be too much longer,” he said. “This week there was a conflict but hopefully we can use Town Hall. I think it should only be a week or two, so whatever works best.” Here are the highlights from the 84-minute selectmen’s session: –Town Clerk Ellen Schena briefed the board on the temporary relocation of Precinct 1 and 3 voting polls to the Saugus Middle-High School gymnasium for the Nov. 2 Town Elections and the return of Precincts 4 and 8 polls back to their permanent location at the Belmonte School. –Precinct 2 Town Meeting Member Christopher P. Riley addressed the board on his concerns about trash, rodent problems, late night deliveries, drug activity and other issues at the 7-Eleven on Lincoln Avenue which have been affecting the neighborhood adversely. –Margaret Lankow asked the board to take action about her concerns on heavy truck traffic cutting through town, often using neighborhood roads. –Selectmen reviewed Selectman Michael Serino’s letter complaining about “caravans of tractor trailers through Saugus, in particular the Cliftondale area.” –Selectmen approved a Special Permit (S-2) for Kyle Bochniak to operate a Martial Arts and Fitness establishment at 171 Broadway (Route 1) in Saugus. –Selectmen approved a Special Permit (S-2) for Brian Morrison to allow a barber shop to be located at 133 Essex St. –Selectmen approved the appointment of Precinct 2 Town Meeting Member Joe Vecchione as a member to the Planning Board. Selectman Jeff Cicolini called it a “fantastic” appointment. “I really think it’s going to be a great addition to our Planning Board,” he said. –Town Manager Scott C. Crabtree advised the board that he will be scheduling a meeting soon on the recent Fire Department study as it relates to the town building a third fire station to cover the west side of town. Crabtree called the upcoming meeting “the first step” toward seeking a location, developing a plan and seeking public financing for a new fire station. –Board of Selectmen ViceChair Corinne Riley announced that tentative plans are in the works for the late afternoon of September 19 for a prayer vigil for town residents who lost their lives to COVID-19. –Selectmen approved several appointments, including the appointment of Sabrina Jaeger to the Saugus Library Board of Trustees and the reappointment of Board Member Gail Murray. Rep. Wong supports temporarily extending certain COVID-19 policies Continuation of outdoor dining, virtual meetings included in bill (Editor’s Note: The following info is from a press release issued this week by State Representative Donald Wong [R-Saugus].) S tate Representative Donald Wong (R-Saugus) joined with his House and Senate colleagues to temporarily extend several policy changes that were implemented during the COVID-19 state of emergency to assist municipalities, businesses and residents. Senate Bill 2475, An Act relative to extending certain COVID-19 measures adopted during the state of emergency, was enacted by the House of Representatives on June 15 on a roll call vote of 150-10, and it was signed by Governor Charlie Baker on June 16. The bill represents a compromise negotiated by a six-member conference committee, which worked to reconcile the differences between earlier versions of the bill previously approved in both legislative branches. Representative Wong said Senate Bill 2475 allows for several pandemic-related changes to continue through the end of this year, and in some cases into next year. For example, the bill • extends outdoor table service and outdoor alcohol service until April 1, 2022 • extends the sale of cocktails “to go” in conjunction with food takeout orders until May 1, 2022 • requires the price of the alcohol to be the same whether it is consumed at the restaurant or off-premises • allows government bodies to continue to conduct meetings virtually until April 1, 2022, as long as members of the public can easily access the proceedings in real time and participate remotely • allows quorum requirements for Town Meetings to be reduced to not less than 10% of the normal quorum requirement, through December 15, 2021 • requires landlords, until January 1, 2023, to include a form with a notice to quit for nonpayment of rent that informs tenants about their Donald Wong State Representative rights in an eviction case and rental assistance options • extends virtual reverse mortgage counseling until December 15, 2021 • allows notaries public to continue using electronic videoconferencing to perform acknowledgements, affirmations and other notarial acts until December 15, 2021 • allows public corporations, including nonprofit corporations, to conduct shareholder meetings solely by means of remote communication until December 15, 2021 The state of emergency was in effect since March 10, 2020. With more than 4 million Massachusetts residents now fully vaccinated against the novel coronavirus, Governor Charlie Baker ended the state of emergency on June 15.

THE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FRIDAY, JUNE 18, 2021 Page 5 COVID-19 cases on a dramatic decline Only four newly confirmed cases reported in Saugus over the past 10 days, according to information provided by town officials By Mark E. Vogler T here have been only nine newly confirmed cases of COVID-19 reported in Saugus during the last 20 days – just four new cases over the past 10 days. As of yesterday, Town Manager Scott C. Crabtree said the number of confirmed cases had increased to 4,208 with the number of confirmed deaths remaining at 73 – with no new deaths reported for more than a month. During last week’s Board of Health meeting (June 7), town public health nurse Teresa Riley-Singh had reported the al weeks. During the month of May, number of confirmed cases at 4,204 – which included just five newly confirmed cases reported in a previous 10-day period. On May 28, the town had reported a total of 4,199 confirmed cases. Meanwhile, the total number of deaths linked to COVID-19 has remained at 73 for severthere were only 65 confirmed cases reported, according to Riley-Singh. That is a substantial decline from the 304 cases reported for April, according to the briefing the Board of Health received this week. Riley-Singh noted that only about two to three percent of the confirmed COVID-19 cases last month involved people who were 65 and older, 31 percent for the age bracket of 35 to 65 and 37 percent for the age bracket of 31 to 35. “Vaccination really works,” Riley-Singh told the Board of Health. The town is definitely trending downward, and the nurse credits the prevalence of people receiving vaccinations as a key contributor. Wong opposes graduated income tax amendment to the state Constitution S tate Representative Donald Wong recently opposed a proposed Constitutional amendment that would implement a graduated tax on incomes of more than $1 million. Meeting in a joint Constitutional Convention on June 9, 2021, the House and Senate approved the Fair Share Amendment, which is more commonly known as the “Millionaires Tax,” by a vote of 15941. The proposal – initially approved by the House and Senate on a vote of 147-48 at the June 12, 2019, Constitutional Convention – will now go before voters on the November 2022 state election ballot. While personal income in Massachusetts is currently taxed at a uniform rate of five percent, the proposed amendment would assess an additional four percent surtax on income in excess of $1 million, beginning in 2023, if the measure is approved by Massachusetts’s voters next year. Language contained in the amendment requires the $1 million income level to be adjusted annually to reflect any increases in the cost of living using the same method that applies to federal income tax brackets. Wong questioned the need to raise taxes at a time when tax revenues are coming in well over projections and the state is receiving a significant influx of federal aid, most notably $5.3 billion from the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA). May 2021 state tax revenues totaled $4.002 billion, which is $2.264 billion (or 130.3 percent) more than collections from May of 2020 and $2.109 billion (or 111.4 percent) more than was projected to be collected last month. Proponents claim the surtax will generate $2 billion annually to provide funding for education and transportation, which will be subject to appropriation by the Legislature. Wong questioned the accuracy of that figure and said he also has concerns about whether the money will actually be used to increase funding in these two key policy areas. Wong pointed to a study released on June 8 by the Beacon Hill Institute projecting that slightly more than $1.2 billion in revenue will be generated by the surtax in its first year and only $1.5 billion by 2027. The study warns that passage of the surtax will drive high-income households to other states and will result in a loss of jobs, investment and disposable income. The Beacon Hill Institute study also accuses advocates of attempting to “perpetrate a fraud on voters” by claiming “the revenue derived from the surtax will fund education and transportation.” The report argues that the proposal lacks sufficient safeguards because “there is nothing in the amendment … that prevents legislators from diverting some of the [funding] already applied to education and transportation to other purposes and thus undermining the intent of the amendment.” Members of the House Republican Caucus previously recognized this problem and offered an amendment during the 2019 Constitutional Convention requiring that any revenues generated by the surtax be used “in addition to and not in lieu of funds” that are already being appropriated for education and transportation, but it failed on a vote of 40-156. Wong noted that the process governing proposed changes to the Constitution allows for amendments only at the initial voting stage, and not on the second vote required during a subsequent legislative session to advance the question to the ballot. A report released by the Pioneer Institute on April 1 warned, “Despite its purported goal of taxing only the uber-rich, the graduated income tax would fail to protect people of more modest means from over taxation on one-time windfalls” – including those who sell a home or business. Wong expressed concerns about the Legislature’s ability to rescind the surtax if it does not work out as planned, since any repeal effort could not appear on the state ballot until November of 2026 at the earliest. 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Page 6 THE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FRIDAY, JUNE 18, 2021 CLASSROOM | FROM PAGE 1 his decision, which appeared to be influenced greatly by a challenging year of having to deal with COVID-19. In the letter, he noted that “our Saugus Middle High School Complex has enjoyed its first year as the flagship school in Saugus.” “While the pandemic delayed our opening; we were able to end the year on a positive note and return most of our students to an in-person learning model and begin to see the resources available in our new complex,” Hashem wrote. “The completion of this project, combined with a transition HIS FUTURE IS MATH: Saugus High Principal Michael Hashem looks ahead to becoming a math teacher again next fall. (Saugus Advocate photo by Mark E. Vogler) to a new building, merging of two staffs, navigating through a global pandemic, serving five months as an interim superintendent, and serving eight years as a principal has taken its toll. I have no regrets about the sacrifices I have made and I am proud of these accomplishments, but it is time for my next chapter,” he said. “My health and family need to be a priority and I hope you all realize how grateful I have been to have this opportunity to be your principal. While this is the end of a chapter, it is not the end of my career in education nor working in Saugus,” he continued. Hashem said his intentions are to return to the classroom in a familiar role he had played earlier in his career as a mathematics teacher – which he described as a “critical … perhaps a more important role.” Hashem declined to be interviewed for this story, stressA SIGNATURE MOMENT: In one of his final tasks as Saugus High School principal, Michael Hashem hands out an honorary diploma to U.S. Navy veteran Joseph “Lenny” Atkinson during the school’s 150th Commencement Exercises earlier this month. (Saugus Advocate photo by Mark E. Vogler) ing he thinks a copy of his letter – which he provided The Saugus Advocate – “just about covers it all.” Retiring Superintendent Dr. David DeRuosi, Jr. was unavailable for comment and did not respond to a text message sent by the newspaper. But four School Committee members interviewed by The Saugus Advocate said that Brendon Sullivan, who is currently executive director of curriculum, instruction, & accountability, has been appointed to succeed Hashem as High School Principal. School Committee members lauded Hashem’s leadership and times as principal. “Mike is and has always been a class act,” School Committee Chair Thomas Whittredge said of Hashem, who has spent three decades as an educator in his hometown’s public schools system. “I thank him for his eight years of leadership at the High School and as interim superintendent. Without him, the move from the old High School to the new complex would not have been a smooth one. He will be a valuable asset in his return to the classroom,” Whittredge said. The School Chair said that committee members learned of Sullivan’s appointment as the next superintendent like everyone else – through social media. “I’m not sure that he [DeRuosi] officially announced it, but it’s out there and has been relayed to the staff at the complex,” Whittredge said. Whittredge called Sullivan “a great guy.” “I’m glad we got to keep him in the district,” he said. “Brendon Sullivan is a well-respected leader who is more than ready to step in and steer us towards raising student achievement.” Committee members praise Hashem Here’s what other School Committee members said about Hashem stepping down as High School principal and what they thought about his apparent successor: School Committee ViceChair Ryan Fisher: “I just want to thank Mike for all of his hard work, especially over these last two years. He shut down a building with seventy years of history during a global pandemic and made sure nothing was lost or misplaced. They practically had to demolish the building around him. He got staff and students through the most difficult years of education they may ever have, and now he’s going to do his most important job. He’s going to teach in a classroom. I’m appreciative of him for always being available and reCLASSROOM | SEE PAGE 17

THE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FRIDAY, JUNE 18, 2021 Page 7 Vitale Memorial Scholarships Saugus High Valedictorian Michael Kenny among this year’s recipients By Mark E. Vogler S augus Patrolman Harold L. Vitale was killed in the line of duty 36 years ago today – June 18, 1985. But his legacy lives on through the park on Ballard Street that was built in his memory and the Offi cer Harold L. Vitale Megus HS top students where he obtained a 4.2758 GPA,” Vitale said. “He is a member of the National Honor Society and also a member of multiple academic clubs and societies where he deservedly reMEMORIAL | SEE PAGE 16 THE SEVENTH WINNER: Colby Magliozzi, of St. Mary’s High School, in his uniform, had to leave early to play in a baseball tournament game. He received his Vitale Scholarship award separately. From left to right are Les Vitale, Colby Magliozzi, Colby’s father Kevin, Vitale’s brother Bob Vitale and Nick Vitale, nephew to the late Offi cer Vitale. (Courtesy photo to The Saugus Advocate) VITALE SCHOLARSHIP RECIPIENTS: For the 29th straight year, the Officer Harold L. Vitale Memorial Fund, Inc. awarded scholarships to area students. Receiving their awards during a recent ceremony at Vitale Memorial Park were, from left to right, Michael Kenny, Saugus High School; Isabella Forte, Bishop Fenwick; Blake Buonopane. St John’s Prep; Carly Zichella, Amesbury High School (father is Detective Matt Zichella, Saugus PD); Domenic Morello, Ipswich High School (father is Detective Frank Morello, Saugus PD); and Brendan MacDonald, Danvers High School (father is Lt. Steven MacDonald, Saugus PD). Not in the photo is Colby Magliozzi, St. Mary’s High School. (Courtesy photo to The Saugus Advocate) morial Fund, Inc., which has been awarding scholarships in his name since 1992. Saugus High School Class of 2021 Valedictorian Michael Kenny was among the seven area students receiving Harold L. Vitale Memorial Scholarships this year during a recent ceremony held at Vitale Park. “What makes Michael’s award especially meaningful to us is that his mother Cheryl works at the Saugus Police Dept. and has the diffi cult job running the Saugus’ busy 911 Emergency Dispatch Operation,” said Les Vitale, president of the fund and brother of the late offi cer. Vitale said he believes Kenny is the fi rst ever Valedictorian selected by the fund since its existence. “Michael is an outstanding candidate and one of SauAUTOTECH 1989 SINCE Is your vehicle ready for the Summer Season?!! Recharge your vehicle's AC for the warm weather! Includes up to 1 LB. of Refrigerant* (*Most Vehicles/Some Restrictions May Apply) AC SPECIAL Only $69.95 DRIVE IT - PUSH IT - TOW IT! CASH FOR YOUR CAR, TRUCK OR SUV! 2015 LINCOLN MERCURY MKZ 2011 FORD FESTIVA Premium Package, 2.0T Turbo Engine, Clean Title, Warranty, Only 95K Miles! TRADES WELCOME! FIRST VALEDICTORIAN: Saugus High School’s top academic student, Michael Kenny (center), might be the fi rst Valedictorian recipient of the Harold L. Vitale Memorial Scholarship. He is joined by his mother, Cheryl (left), who works 911 Dispatch for the Saugus Police Department, and Bob Vitale (right). (Courtesy photo to The Saugus Advocate) Only 105K Miles, Clean Title, Save Money on Gas! Great Commuter Car! TRADES WELCOME! $12,900 $5,995 (781) 321-8841 • (617) 571-9869 Easy Financing Available! 1236 EasternAve • Malden EddiesAutotech.com Vehicle! We Pay Cash For Your

Page 8 THE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FRIDAY, JUNE 18, 2021 Donnie Baseball By the Old Sachem, Bill Stewart D onald Arthur Mattingly is known by two nicknames: Donnie Baseball and The Hit Man. He made his mark in major league baseball with the New York Yankees over a 14-year career, 1982 through 1995. He was born on April 20, 1961, in Evansville, Indiana, and started out in baseball as a pitcher and first baseman, and was a member of the 1973 Great Scott Little League championship team of 1973. He played second base for the Funkhouser Post #8 in American Legion baseball. Mattingly played for the Reitz Memorial High School Tigers and led the team to 59 straight victories during the 1978-1979 seasons, as they won the state championship in 1978 and runner up in 1979. He was All-City, All-Southern Indiana Athletic Conference (SIAC) and All-State in both 78 and 79. During his reign with the Tigers, their record was 94 wins and only 9 losses. His 25 triples are still a state record. He also played basketball and was selected to the SIAC all-conference team in 1978. He was awarded a baseball scholarship to the Indiana State Sycamores, but when the Yankees drafted him in 1979 on the 19th round he decided to sign and received a $23,000 signing bonus. The Yankees sent him to the Oneonta Yankees of the ClassA-Short Season New York-Penn League in 1979. His batting average for the season was .349. He was upped to the Greensboro Hornets of the Class A SouthLaw 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 ern Atlantic League and batted a league-leading .358 in 1980, winning the league MVP, and was named to the league All-Star team. His 1981 season was with the Double A Nashville Sounds, where he batted .316, led the league with doubles at 35 and was selected to the Southern League All-Star team. His next stint was with the Columbus Clippers of the Triple-A International League. He was with the team until September, when he was called up to the majors. He was again a league All-Star in the International League and was voted in third place as the league MVP. His first game in the majors was as a late replacement against the Baltimore Orioles. His first major league hit was against the Boston Red Sox in the bottom of the 11th inning on October 1, a single to right field. During his rookie season of 1983, he was a parttime first baseman and outfielder. His season average was .283, and he whacked his first home run against John Tudor of the Red Sox on June 24. He became the starting first baseman in 1984 and won the batting title with a .343 average, and he was selected to the AllStar game that year. In 1985 he was selected MVP with a batting average of .324, 35 home runs, 48 doubles, led the league with 145 runs batted in, and won the first of his nine Gold Glove Awards. In the 1986 season he led the league with 238 hits, 53 doubles, 388 total bases and a .573 slugging average. He was second in the MVP award behind Roger Clemens of the Red Sox. In 1987 he tied Dale Long’s major league record of hitting home runs in eight consecutive games. He walloped six grand slams in that season for a record that was tied in 2006 by Travis Hafner. He had minor back problems that season but ended the year with a batting average of .327, 30 home runs and 115 RBIs. He played with the Yankees the year after they won the World Series, and during his career never appeared in the World Series, although the team reached the playoffs in 1995 against the Seattle Mariners, where he batted .417 for the series. After retirement in 1997, Mattingly did seven seasons as a special instructor at the Yankees training camp in Tampa, Florida. He became the Yankees’ hitting coach in 2004. His instruction led to the Yankees setting an alltime record for home runs, with 242 in 2004. He became bench coach in 2007. When Joe Torre left New York for the Los Angeles Dodgers, Mattingly joined his staff as the hitting coach. He missed the 2008 season due to family reasons, only to return for the 2009 season. The Dodgers were runner-up to the Philadelphia Phillies in 2008 and 2009, losing both league championship series. Upon the retirement of Joe Torre after the 2010 season, Mattingly was named as his replacement, and to acquire some managerial experience he took the position for the Phoenix Desert Dogs of the Arizona Fall League in 2010. The summer season saw the Dodgers have a winning season, behind Cy Young Award winner Clayton Kershaw and Matt Kemp. In the 2013 season, the Dodgers won the NL West, beat the Atlanta Braves in four games, then lost to the St. Louis Cardinals in the NLCS in six games. On January 7, 2014, the Dodgers gave Mattingly a three-year contract. The team and Mattingly decided to part ways on October 22, 2015. Don was the only Dodger manager to lead the Dodgers to the playoffs for three consecutive years. His managerial record of .551 winning percentage (446 wins & 363 losses) was second-best in the Dodgers’ history. He was the first manager to bring the team into three straight post-season appearances. Mattingly signed a four-year contract to manage the Miami Marlins in the fall of 2015. In 2020 the team went into the playoffs for the first time since 2003 and in that year he won the NL Manager of the Year Award. As of May 21, 2021, Mattingly had a record of 809 games, won 446, lost 363 and 8-11 in post-season play. For the Marlins his record was 752 games, 329 wins, 423 losses and an average of .478. His overall managerial numbers are 1,561 games, 775 wins, 786 losses, a percentage of .496 and 10-14 in post-season play. His career major league statistics are 2,153 hits, 222 home runs, 1,007 runs scored, 1,099 RBIs and a lifetime batting average of .307. Don Mattingly was the owner of a restaurant in his hometown of Evansville, Indiana, named “Mattingly’s 23” after his uniform number in baseball. He started Mattingly Sports, a baseball and softball company that specializes in the patented V-Grip baseball and softball bats. He formed the Mattingly Charities, a nonprofit that serves underprivileged youths, supporting baseball and softball, and other programs of developmental-related activities. Mattingly appeared in an episode of “The Simpsons” called “Homer at the Bat” and was mentioned on many episodes of “Seinfeld,” one in which George Costanza splits his uniform pants. He has appeared as a guest artist on Christian recording artist Matt Felts’ album “Based on a True Story” – Mattingly sings a song titled “The First Baseball Game.” I know you Red Sox fans don’t like to hear about the New York Yankees, but some of the players deserve acclaim for their performances against the Red Sox and the other franchises in baseball. THIS WEEK ON SAUGUS TV Sunday, June 20 from 9 to 11 p.m. on Channel 8 – “Sunday Night Stooges” (The Three Stooges). Monday, June 21 all day on Channel 8 – “Movie Monday” (classic movies). Tuesday, June 22 at 8:30 p.m. on Channel 8 – What’s Cookin’? with Gene. Wednesday, June 23 at 8:30 p.m. on Channel 9 – School Committee Meeting from June 17. Thursday, June 24 at 7:00 p.m. on Channel 9 – Board of Appeals Meeting ***live***. Friday, June 25 at 8:30 p.m. on Channel 9 – Planning Board Meeting from June 17. Saturday, June 26 at 8:30 p.m. on Channel 9 – Board of Selectmen Meeting from June 15. Saugus TV can be seen on Comcast Channels 8, 9 & 22 (Public, Governmental and Educational). For complete schedules, please visit www.saugustv.org. ***programming may be subject to change without notice***

THE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FRIDAY, JUNE 18, 2021 Page 9 Mango Realty hosts grand opening ceremony, followed by a celebratory reception By Tara Vocino M ango Realty Inc. opened its doors at 38 Main St., followed by a reception at the Saugus-Everett Elks Lodge, last Thursday. Pictured inside the new office, in the front row, from left to right, are Giovanni Rescigno, 4, with Sales Agent Rosa Rescigno, Broker/President Susan Palomba and Sales Agent Carolina Coral. Top row, from left to right: Office Manager Gina Dascoli, daughter Giulia Rescigno, 2, and Sales Agents Patrick Rescigno, Lea Doherty and Barry Tam, Transactions Coordinator MaryAnn Delgado, Office Assistant Tanya Saggese and Broker/Auctioneer Carl Greenler. Missing from photo: Sales Agent Ron Visconti. Outside of the office are Selectman Corinne Riley and Mango Realty Inc. staff during last Thursday’s grand opening. Mango Realty Owner/Broker Susan Palomba with Gail Hyde and Nancy Davan at the reception (Advocate photos by Tara Vocino) Celebrating at the Saugus-Everett Elks Lodge are Mango Realty Inc. Owner/Broker Susan Palomba, Selectman Debra Panetta and Sabrina Panetta. Aluminum Everett 10 Everett Ave., Everett 617-389-3839 Owned & operated by the Conti family since 1958 • 63 Years! “Same name, phone number & address for over half a century. We must be doing something right!” Owned & operated by the Conti family since 1958 • 57 Years! family since 1958 • 60 •Vinyl Siding •Carpentry Work •Decks •Vinyl Siding •Free Estimates •Fully Licensed •Roofing •Free Estimates •Carpentry Work •Fully Licensed •Decks •Roofing • Fully Insured • Replacement Windows www.everettaluminum.com Now’s the time to schedule those home improvement projects you’ve been dreaming about all winter! Everett Aluminum Summer is Here!

Page 10 THE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FRIDAY, JUNE 18, 2021 THE SOUNDS OF SAUGUS By Mark E. Vogler H ere are a few tidbits that you might want to know about this week in Saugus. Good Riddance to COVID-19! It would be a mistake to say we have seen the last of COVID-19. But it sure looks like we’re trending in the right direction. With just a handful of confirmed Coronavirus cases reported in Saugus in recent months, it sure looks like it’s nearly over. But as long as some folks are reluctant to get their vaccine shots and go right back into the crowds instead of just easing back in, there’s always the possibility of COVID-19 rearing its ugly head again. Hopefully, I’m wrong. If the pandemic is almost over, I’m glad we’re headed down the right path. Being a reporter and trying to cover the news these past 15 months has been very frustrating and very grueling. I can’t think of a more challenging year in my nearly five decades as a newspaper journalist. Besides being out there in harm’s way as an essential worker, there have been limitations. These Zoom videoconferencing sessions of public meetings have been a very frustrating and limiting way to cover local government meetings. As I told selectmen, I would rather drive all the way down from Methuen to Saugus and back to cover one of their meetings instead of watching the sanitized version à la “Hollywood Squares” over my office computer. I’m glad that I can finally get to mill around the municipal buildings to catch a conversation in person with town officials or go to the local coffee shop to enjoy a coffee and mingle with average folks. But I still plan on meeting people for interviews in the picnic area of the Saugus Iron Works National Historic Site. That was a safe place to do interviews during COVID-19. But it’s still a great place to meet people over coffee, even in normal times. We have a winner! Congratulations to Diane McConnell for getting her name drawn from the green Boston Red Sox hat as the winner in last week’s “Guess Who Got Sketched” contest. Here’s last week’s answer, offered by the person who goes by the name of The Sketch Artist: “The answer to last week’s Sketch is Our Saugus Town encourager and Often known as the ‘Mother of Shout Outs’ for The Saugus Advocate ! We would think there would be a year after her Name (as in Woman of the Year). The woman with the flag in her hand covering a soldier’s grave at the Memorial Day Ceremony in her beautiful pink coat is Jeanie Bartolo! “Jeanie is often seen supporting many of our town’s Events and festivals. “She is a Saugus Town Meeting member, representing residents of Precinct 6. Jeanie is very positive and often found talking about the good in others seeing things in a positive manner. “Jeanie is a Charter member of the Saugus Public Library Foundation, has been active as a Veteran’s Council Member and Saugus Public Library Board Member. She has many supportive roles in several other organizations. To mention a few: Saugus Emergency Management Agency – Shelter Manager; Sidewalk Committee – ADA Handicap Compliance work; former chair, vice chair and secretary for the Saugus Public Library; former chair, long-range Planning Committee, Saugus Public Library; two-term secretary, Saugus Cultural Arts Council; former volunteer, Saugus Public Schools. “Jeanie takes unique photos and shares them with everyone. She had the unique Privilege of a visit from a Mother duck and her ducklings visiting her backyard And was able to capture this in a photo and share it! “Thankyou Jeanie and keep shining your light “Yours truly ‘The Sketch Artist’” A “Shout-Out” for Mike Hashem Since nobody submitted any nominations for a Saugonian who is deserving of much praise for all he or she does for the community, I will use my editorial discretion to nominate an outstanding person who has been one of A community garden update If you are young or old and feel like doing some real earthy community service, why not join the growing team that’s been assisting in the creation of the Community Garden that’s going to help feed the hungry and needy people of Saugus? Contact The Rev. John Beach of St. John’s Episcopal Church to get the latest update on how the garden is doing and what you can do to help. Anyone who wants to help out Rev. John on this noble project can call him at 774-961-9881 or send him an email at revjbeach@ gmail.com. We will keep you posted as the garden continues to grow. Remember folks, this is your garden. Be a part of it. Here’s this week’s message from Rev. John: Dear kind people, We invite all interested and available people to help out in the Garden on Friday or Saturday morning between 9 and 11. We will be planting some tomato plants, spreading mulch, and removing some weeds. We really appreciate your help. Peace, John+ A Clarification for Steve’s sake I always welcome feedback from the citizens of Saugus – particularly the elected and appointed officials who volunteer their time to the running of Saugus Town Government. From the mountain of this week’s emails, I received one from Precinct 10 Town Meeting Member Steven DiVirgilio, a veteran Finance Committee member who often shares some interesting observations and worthwhile views on the town’s fiscal affairs during Town Meeting and other meetings. It’s clear he didn’t like the article we published in last week’s edition – titled “Annual Town Meeting 2021 … the true pillars of the Saugus Community for many years, primarily as one of the most influential educators. I nominate Saugus High School Principal Michael Hashem, who has impacted many young Saugus lives in a positive way. In the five-plus years that I’ve known him, it’s my observation that Mike Hashem really is for the kids. The past 15 months – since the outbreak of the COVID-19 pandemic – have been grueling for everyone, especially for a High School principal who faced so many challenges as he tried to navigate Saugus Public Schools through the transition of the old Saugus High to the new Saugus Middle-High School. And while announcing this week his decision to step down as High School principal, Mike’s decision that he plans to return to the classroom as a math teacher in the fall really confirms his commitment to the town’s public education system. He could have very easily retired after the grueling year he’s been through. But Mike’s coming back as a classroom teacher. And hats off to that! 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. Let’s hear it for strawberries! The Saugus Historical Society will hold its annual strawberry festival at the American Legion Hall tomorrow (Saturday, June 19) in conjunction with the Saugus Garden Club plant sale. Old-Fashioned Strawberry Shortcake will be served in Legion Hall (44 Taylor St.) from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., along with hot dogs, chips and drinks. Shortcakes are $5.00 each and can be eaten on premises or taken out. Hot dogs are $2.00; water or soda, $1.00 each. The Garden Club plant sale will be held on the Roby School lawn from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., and there will be several craft vendors, including jewelry, hair products and many other items of interest. Sounds like a great time for town residents of all ages who don’t have any plans for tomorrow, so be sure to check it out. Members approve new fiscal year budget over some contentious questions.” “In the June 11 advocated your quoted me incorrectly,” DiVirgilio writes in his email. “***My response to bill cross was “... I am not saying employees don't deserve them, but the tax base doesn't support it” “My comment was on overall town benefits health & pension, I did not specify health insurance only. Bill cross also called me a ‘clown’ “*** Can you issue a correction on this? Thanks Steve.” I went back and reviewed the tape of the dialogue, and there aren’t any misquotes. Sure, I could have used a few more quotes, but it’s like that with any story. Precinct 2 Town Meeting Member Christopher P. Riley initiated an interesting discussion on employee benefits – with the lion’s share being health benefits for town employees and retirees. Riley specifically mentioned that the town can no longer afford $15.5 million for health insurance. But I won’t deny the gentleman (DiVirgilio) from Precinct 10 his right to opine on what he sees as the tough issue of employee benefits – which includes the lion’s share of health benefits. And if he wants it known that Precinct 8 Town Meeting Member William E. Cross III called him “a clown,” we can certainly accommodate him on that. Yeah, Billy Cross did call him “a clown” who keeps bringing up the issue every year. But instead of just talking about it, does Town Meeting member DiVirgilio have the intestinal fortitude to introduce a measure to elevate some discussion of the issue of employee benefits at a future Town Meeting? It looks like Town Meeting Member Riley plans to introduce such a measure. Stay tuned. Cliftondale forum coming up Joe Vecchione, chair of the Cliftondale Revitalization Committee, recently released final details of the committee’s upcoming community forum for folks who are interested in learning about or contributing to the discussion of bringing the Cliftondale Square area back to life. The forum has been set for Monday, June 28, from 6 to 8 p.m. at the MEG Building (56-58 Essex St.) in Saugus. Janice Jarosz, the President of the MEG Foundation, offered the MEG Building for the forum. There will also be a Zoom meeting set up for anyone from the public who wants to attend or participate virtually. The foundation also offered to provide refreshments. “The program for the evening will include the presentation of the community survey results (approaching 350 participants) and analysis drawn from that process (trends, demographics, etc.) including a brief Q&A,” Vecchione wrote in a recent email. He continued, “This will also include the sharing of information we have gained since the inception of this committee including the procurement of flashing crossing beacons, application for the Shared Street grant, denial of the church parking, and North Shore Bank not currently for sale. “After the presentation, we would then begin a workshopping session that will be a bit more interactive. I’m not sure who attended the MVP Workshop in January 2020, but one particular exercise I felt was effective and interactive was a series of physical blown up maps where participants could jot down an idea, shortfall or potential remedy of a particular issue on a sticky note and place it on the map. Each map focuses on a particular issue (in this case: parking, safety, developmental opportunities, underutilization, etc.). This is a simple, straightforward and not overly restricting exercise that could be beneficial in creating a wealth of ideas especially after results of the survey are shared with those present.” For more details, Vecchione invites folks to contact him at 781-520-9859 or via email (joevprecinct2@gmail.com). Summer Reading Program at the library This came in from Amy Melton, Head of Children’s Services at the Saugus Public Library: THE SOUNDS OF SAUGUS | SEE PAGE 11

THE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FRIDAY, JUNE 18, 2021 Page 11 THE SOUNDS OF SAUGUS | FROM PAGE 10 “The Saugus Public Library is reopening just in time for its annual summer reading program. Although the 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. “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 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 of Saugus 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 781-231-4036 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 (DPW) at 515 Main St. Stickers are required to gain seasonal access to the site. Stickers may be purchased for $25.00 at the DPW located at the Compost Site when making your visit to the Compost Site. The Town accepts checks only for payment of the $25.00. No cash will be accepted. Kindly bring a check “If you would like to be a major sponsor, please contact chairman Dennis Gould cell 617 257 4847 or e mail “Jdgould1969@aol.com “If you would like to send in a donation, please make check out to: “‘Saugus VFW–Roll to DC’ write ‘Roll to DC 2022’ in comment Line and mail to: “Saugus VFW Post 2346 “190C Main St “Saugus Ma 01906 “Any questions or if you would like to volunteer to assist the committee, please contact Dennis at contact info above.” Food Pantry still open The Saugus United Parish Food Pantry will continue to WHERE IS THIS? In this week’s edition, we continue our weekly feature where a local artist sketches people, places and things in Saugus. Got an idea what popular Saugus event is being sketched this week and where it is? If you do, please email me at mvoge@comcast.net or leave a phone message at 978-683-7773. Anyone who correctly identifies the event being sketched between now and Tuesday at noon qualifies to have their name put in a green Boston Red Sox hat with a chance to be selected as the winner of a $10 gift certificate, compliments of Dunkin’ at the 1204 Broadway Saugus location on Route 1 North. But you have to enter to win! Look for the winner and identification in next week’s “The Sounds of Saugus.” Please leave your mailing address in case you are a winner. (Courtesy illustration to The Saugus Advocate by a Saugonian who goes by the name of “The Sketch Artist”) when visiting. Thank you! Compost site stickers must be permanently placed on the lower left corner of residents’ automobile windshields. Vehicles registered out of state are not permitted. Yard waste must be disposed of in brown compost bags or open containers. The Town will accept grass clippings, leaves and brush. As in years past, no branches or limbs larger than three inches in diameter are permitted. We ask all residents to please wear a mask and maintain and respect social distancing from others while visiting the site. Residents may call Lorna Cerbone at the Solid Waste and Recycling Department at 781-231-4036 with questions or for more information. Help the Vietnam Vets “Roll To DC” This came in from Joseph “Dennis” Gould, a Vietnam War Era veteran who served four years with the U.S. Navy. He has organized a fundraising drive that will help area Vietnam Era veterans visit Washington, D.C., in the fall of next year. “I am glad to announce that we will have a ‘Roll to DC’ for Vietnam Era Veterans from Melrose, Saugus, Lynn and surrounding towns September 2022. “The managers of this effort will be Saugus VFW Post # 2346. “Gould will be Chair and David Nelson, Saugus American Legion and Stacey Minchello, Melrose Senior Center will be Vice Chairs. “Stan King, Quartermaster Post # 2346 be Treasurer. “The trip will be a four night trip to DC staying at Presidential Inn on Andrews Air Force Base, home of Presidential Aircraft. It will include a ceremony and laying of a wreath at the Vietnam Wall and the Tomb of Unknown Soldier as well as visiting all Military Memorials and Statues.” “We are looking for major sponsorship and donations from all. The Vietnam Veterans will go on this trip free, but it will take approximately $70,000 of sponsorship and donations,” Gould said. remain open on Fridays between 9:30 a.m. and 11:00 a.m. despite concerns over the Coronavirus. They have made adjustments to protect their core of volunteers and the needy people who receive the food. For the protection of volunteers & clients, and to limit personal contact and crowding/gathering, the food pantry has been distributing pre-bagged groceries. Even though clients may receive items they don’t want or need, food pantry organizers feel this is the best course of action to mitigate the potential spread of COVID-19. Those in need, even for short-term or one-time assistance, are encouraged to come. The food pantry is in the basement of Cliftondale Congregational Church at 50 Essex St. in Saugus. Helping the Vet During these challenging times, your local Veterans’ Service Officers (VSOs) would like to share some information on a benefit program that is available to those who qualify. If you are a Veteran or the surviving spouse of a Veteran, the “Chapter 115 Benefits Program” is a Massachusetts state initiative that provides financial aid for Veterans and/ or their surviving spouses who reside in Massachusetts and meet certain income and asset guidelines. Benefits may include monthly ordinary benefits and/or payment/reimbursement for medical expenses. Whether you are laid off, in transition or living on a fixed income, the program is designed to provide short-term or long-term assistance as needed to provide relief. The program is overseen by the Massachusetts Department Veterans’ Services (DVS), which runs the program in partnership with local VSOs. Every town or district in Massachusetts has a VSO. VSOs assist Veterans and their dependents in learning about, applying for and receiving Chapter 115 benefits. VSOs can also help you in applying for other benefits and connecting with local resources. Your local VSO handles applications, obtains program approval from DVS and provides local benefits. The program is funded by a combination of state and local funds. DVS pays for 75% of the approved benefits, and your city or town pays for 25%. There are income and asset limits for the program. As a general rule, income and asset requirements are: Family of 1 – monthly income less than $2,081and an asset limit of $5,000. Family of 2 – monthly income less than $2,818 and an asset limit of $9,800. To determine if you may be eligible for financial assistance through the Chapter 115 program, visit the following link and follow the instructions – https://massvetben. org/ – or call your local VSO for more information. The VSOs are also able to help Veterans apply for Federal VA benefits and local benefits and provide food assistance monthly. For example, did you know that if you own a home and have a VA service–connected disability, you are eligible for a partial or full exemption of your property taxes? “Please contact your local Veterans’ Service Officer for more information on any of the services mentioned. We are all here to assist. We are regularly checking voicemails and emails as we continue to work remotely and in our offices throughout COVID-19.” Melrose: Karen Burke, 781-979-4186, kburke@cityofmelrose.org Wakefield: David Mangan, 781-246-6377, dmangan@ wakefield.ma.us Saugus: Jay Pinette, 781-231-4010, jpinette@saugus-ma. gov

Page 12 THE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FRIDAY, JUNE 18, 2021 NEC South champ Sachems finish regular season at 9-4 By Greg Phipps I t wasn’t the ending the Saugus High School softball team was hoping for, but the Sachems still finished the regular season with a solid 9-4 record and earned a No. 9 seeding in the playoffs. They take on eighth-seeded Danvers in the first round of the Div. 2 North playoff tournament on Monday in Danvers. The 2021 Northeastern Conference South champions concluded the regular season by losing a tough 6-5 decision at home to Marblehead last Thursday, then beating Swampscott handily the following day and suffering a 5-0 home loss to Danvers on Monday (Senior Night). Saugus hopes for a better result against the Falcons in the first round. The loss to Marblehead was one the Sachems may like to have back. They led 5-4 entering the top of the seventh but the visitors rallied for two runs. The goahead scores came on a tworun homer with two outs. The Sachems responded strongly against Swampscott the day after by exploding Saugus pitcher Leah Ventre hurled her second no-hitter of the season against Swampscott last Friday. for 12 runs in a shutout win. In fact, pitcher Leah Ventre came away with her second no-hit effort of the season. It wasn’t the perfect game Ventre put forth against Salem in One of Saugus’s top hitters, Cat Schena, will look to provide offense in the postseason tournament. the season opener, but she was dominant, striking out eight and walking just two. Offensively, the Sachems got things back on track. Cat Schena had two hits and an Saugus second baseman Kirby Dalton hopes to ignite the offense in the state playoffs. RBI while Ryann Moloney and Lily Ventre each drove in two. Fallon Millerick and Leah Ventre both had two hits, and Devaney Millerick added a base hit. On Monday, the offense went silent in a shutout loss to Danvers on Senior Night. The Sachems hope to get their vaunted offense back in gear for the tourney. Sachems meet Swampscott in tourney opener A By Greg Phipps fter scoring a nice 7-1 win at Beverly early last week, the Saugus High School baseball team concluded the regular season having to swallow two tough losses. The Sachems saw a spirited comeback end in disappointment in a loss at Swampscott last Thursday. That was followed by a low-scoring 2-0 defeat at Marblehead on Tuesday. The results left Saugus with a 5-9 overall regular-season record, a performance that was good enough to land the Sachems a playoff bid. They received the 19th seed in the Div. 3 North tournament and travel to face No. 14 Swampscott for a third time this Friday. Over their last five contests, the Sachems have gone 3-2. The two losses were by a total of three runs. The defeat last Thursday was an emotional rollercoaster. Saugus battled back from a 7-1 deficit to tie the game, Saugus’s Mark MacEachern will look to help the Sachems to some postseason tourney success. Sachems designated hitter Drew Gardiner hopes to be a part of a playoff run for Saugus in this year’s state tournament. only to see Swampscott’s Cam O’Brien smash the second of two home runs in the bottom of the seventh inning. It was a blast that gave the hosts an 8-7, walk-off victory. The first meeting between the two teams at Saugus’s World Series Park had a very similar storyline. A solo home run by Saugus’s Nathan Ing evened that game at 2-2 in the bottom of the seventh before Swampscott won it in extra innings, 3-2. The pitching was strong in Tuesday’s shutout loss at Marblehead, as the Sachems went toe-to-toe with a very good Magicians team. The contest had to be resumed on Tuesday after rain caused it to be suspended the day before. Now it’s on to the postseason. Judging from the Sachems’ performance over the last several games, the pitching in particular, Friday’s playoff opener at Swampscott should be another tight one between the two teams.

THE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FRIDAY, JUNE 18, 2021 Page 13 Saugus lacrosse teams close out season By Greg Phipps T he Saugus High School boys– lacrosse team completed a difficult but educational 2021 season with a loss at Beverly on Monday. The Sachems earned two victories this spring – both against Salem – and look forward to making progress and taking the lessons they’ve learned this year into the 2022 campaign. The Sachems fell by a 16-1 count in Monday’s season finale. The team, which finished 2-11 overall, suffered through a number of games with similar outcomes this season, but the young squad demonstrated improvement that doesn’t necessarily show up on the scoreboard. In his eighth year as head coach, Rob Scuzzarella cited the lost season in 2020, when the COVID-19 pandemic led to the shutdown of the spring sports season. A host of solid seniors and younger players were unable to compete and thus develop their skills. “We had almost no varsity experience coming into this year, unfortunately,” Scuzzarella said in a press interview earlier this season. “I was high on our senior class from 2020. In fact, I think last year’s group was probably the deepest team we’ve ever had in program history, and it’s really unfortunate that we didn’t get to show it.” Saugus forward Cam Zabroski charged around a Beverly defender in Monday’s season finale. Saugus’s Andrew Cipriano closed in on a Beverly ballhandler on Monday. Saugus player Nick DiVola battled for ball possession on this faceoff against Beverly. undergraduate players from being able to bond sooner as a team. “I think we’ve been struggling with that this year,” he explained. “It’s been hard to develop that camaraderie that I think we’d already have if we had a season last year.” Girls finish with four wins The Saugus girls’ lacrosse Saugus captain Devon Burke won a physical battle in Monday’s loss at Beverly. This season, Saugus was led by veteran players and co-captains Devon Burke, Andrew Cipriano and Nick DiVola. Also adding to the leadership was the exciting play of goalie Kevin McMaster, who performed splendidly under trying circumstances. He amassed an average of over 15 saves per game. Scuzzarella said one downfall from last season’s cancellation was that it prevented the team notched four victories this season. The most recent was an 8-5 triumph over Northeast Metro Tech last Friday. The Sachems were aided mightily by four goals from Kali Penachio and two each from Haley McLaughlin and Sara Rovcanin. Saugus lost its season finale to Beverly, 14-2, on Monday. McLaughlin scored both tallies for the Sachems, who finished the season at 4-11. Saugus graduates five seniors from the team. They are Katie Polanco, Daniela Marquez, Nadine Taboubi, Salma Rahmouni and McLaughlin. Saugus goalie Kevin McMaster rushed upfield against Beverly in Monday’s season finale. Mission from Mars By Gini Pariseau I n a conversation not long ago, I asked a man where he was from. He told me he was from Mars originally but had moved on. Having originally been from Venus and moved on myself, I was fascinated to hear about his journey. He told me Mars was a starting point in his Map Quest of life. Fatherhood was the vehicle that catapulted him off the planet and it took him to a place he had never known existed. For the first time in his life, he fastened his seat belt. From the moment he beheld that extension of himself he realized that Mars would probably not be a habitable place for him anymore. Mars offered selfish awareness, the supposed liberation of an unplanned future and a day-to-day existence that required little emotion and plenty of instant gratification. Fatherhood, from the moment this man was awarded the title, was a vehicle that burst forward at whiplash speed. He cruised through inspiring territories of awareness and being. To this very special man, “that moment” crowned him with responsibility. Winning was never again to be determined in innings or goals or yards. On Mars, winning was the epitome of every endeavor or challenge. Fatherhood changed all that. Now it wasn’t a matter of winning. Rather, it was the hope that when all was MISSION | SEE PAGE 16

Page 14 THE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FRIDAY, JUNE 18, 2021 Seniors take one last emotional trip around the bases on Senior Night H By Tara Vocino eartfelt country songs were played as the Saugus Sachems took one last trip around the bases before receiving a rose from their coach and meeting up with their parents at home plate during Tuesday’s Senior Night game at Parcher Field against the Danvers High School Falcons. Sachems fell to the Falcons, 5-0. Pictured from left to right: grandmother Rosemary, father Joseph, brother Natale, Capt. Alexa Ferraro, and mother Dianne. Ferraro plans to attend Bridgewater State University this fall to major in social work to become a social worker. Pictured from left to right: brother Aidan, father Christopher, Kyra Jones and mother Pamela. Jones plans to attend Salem State University this fall to major in business. (Advocate photos by Tara Vocino) Pictured from left to right: teary-eyed sister Danica, father Dan, Capt. Cat Schena, grandmother Kathy and mother Ellen. Schena plans to attend the College of Saint Rose this fall to major in industry/voice. Capt. Leah Ventre thanks her Pitching Coach, Colleen Newbury, for her guidance over the years. Pictured from left to right: mother Julie, last year’s senior Caitlyn Wood and father Thomas. The MVP, NEC All-Star and NEC All-Conference plays softball at Curry College, where she majors in sports management. Pictured from left to right: father Richard, Kyleigh Dalton, Kirby Dalton, grandmother Alicia Connell and mother Laurie. Kirby Dalton plans to attend Providence College this fall to major in secondary education to, hopefully, become a public high school teacher. Kyleigh Dalton plans to attend the University of New Hampshire to major in mechanical engineering. Shown from left to right: Uncle Ron Nolan, cousin Jacob Nolan, sister Mikayla, Madison Niles, mother Julie, grandmother Linda, sister Grace and aunt Melissa Nolan. Nolan plans to attend Curry College this fall to major in sports management. Madison Smith embraced her teammates as she took one last trip around the bases. Pictured from left to right: grandmother Geraldine, sister Lily, father Paul, brother Massey, Capt. Leah Ventre and mother Kelly. Ventre plans to attend Wentworth Institute of Technology this fall to major in biomedical engineering.

THE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FRIDAY, JUNE 18, 2021 Page 15 SAUGUS GARDENS IN THE PANDEMIC Here’s what’s blooming in town this week to make your walks more enjoyable By Laura Eisener O ne of the showiest flowers of June is the herbaceous peony. This has become the most popular wedding bouquet flower in recent years. It thrives in sunny gardens in temperate to cold climates. The ones we see most often are common garden peony (Paeonia lactiflora), which comes originally from China, or European peony (Paeonia officinalis). Once established, peonies requires very little care, although the blossoms can become so heavy that the plant may require some propping up when in bloom! Blooming several few weeks later than the tree peonies, early varieties may be already finished while later ones are at their peak now. Flowers may be pink, red, white, purple or yellow and may be single or double. Ants often enjoy the sweet sap on the buds and elsewhere on the plant, so they are often seen crawling on the flowers and stems. The ants do not harm the plant, and they don't provide any service in getting the flowers to open, as has sometimes been believed. You might want to give your flowers a good shake before walking down the aisle with them! They are very appealing in a vase, alone or with other flowers. Peonies have a fairly short bloom season, just a few weeks in late May or June depending on variety. Leaves may have a good fall color also – dark burgundy for red or purple flowering varieties and bronze to gold for lighter flowering forms. Peony plants are also colorful when they first emerge from the ground in spring, making them easy to recognize among all the green sprouts of other garden plants. Beautiful vegetables are growing at the community garden planted at St. John’s rectory – several of the pea and tomato plants are blooming, and the colorful mesclun (mixture of spring greens) is nearing its first harvest. The rows of early spring greens include several lettuce varieties (Lactuca sativa), spinach (Spinacia oleracea) and arugula (Eruca sativa). The young leaves have many shades of green and soft reds, due to the inclusion of red-leaved lettuces in the mix. Nutritious greens like these can be picked over FROM MY GARDEN: A bouquet of pale pink peonies. (Courtesy photo to The Saugus Advocate by Laura Eisener) several weeks for delicious salads and garnishes. Later in the summer we may look forward to harvests of a wide range of tasty fruits, including apples, pears, peaches, raspberries, blackberries and blueberries, but strawberry (Fragaria spp.) and another North American native, Shadblow or Juneberry (Amelanchier spp.), are the first fruits of the season to be enjoyed by both people and animals. Wild strawberries are ripening now at the Saugus Ironworks, along the nature trail and elsewhere. On many plants there may be ripe fruit, unripe green berries and newly opening flowers all at the same time. The flowers are usually white and have five petals like most other members of the rose family. The large strawberries we find in markets today are hybrids, AT THE COMMUNITY GARDEN: mesclun (mixed spring greens) nearly ready for first harvest. (Courtesy photo to The Saugus Advocate by Laura Eisener) FRUIT OF THE SEASON: ripe wild strawberry at Saugus Ironworks. (Courtesy photo to The Saugus Advocate by Laura Eisener) SMOKE OF ANOTHER COLOR: Darker purple “smoke” from other varieties of smoke tree. (Courtesy photo to The Saugus Advocate by Laura Eisener) A SPECTACULAR SIGHT: European smoke tree at the Saugus Ironworks – almost covered in inflorescences this year – a much more abundant showing than in last June! (Courtesy photo to The Saugus Advocate by Laura Eisener) and wild ones are very small in comparison. North American strawberries (Fragaria virginiana) were familiar to native Americans and were greeted with delight by European settlers, who already were accustomed to wood strawberry (Fragaria vesca) and hautbois strawberry (Fragaria moschata), which both grew wild in central Europe. Strawberry Festivals were popular in New England at many times in history, and this is being celebrated again by the Saugus Historical Society on Saturday, June 19 with old-fashioned shortcakes being served in the Legion Hall from 10-2, and the Garden Club and other vendors on the Main Street lawn of the Roby School – a refreshing return of a tradition after last year's COVID cancellations. A walk in the Ironworks is always rewarding! The European smoke tree (Cotinus coggygria) next to the Appleton-Taylor-Mansfield House is almost completely covered with inflorescences, a much more abundant showing than last June! This is one woody plant where the flower stalks are more impressive than the blossoms themselves – the fine hairs of the flower stalks catch the light in such a way that they resemble pinkish beige puffs of smoke, and they may retain these most of the summer. There are other varieties blooming around town, some with purple leaves and purplish flower stalks, and others with green leaves but flower stalks a darker purple than those on the Ironworks’ tree. 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.

Page 16 THE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FRIDAY, JUNE 18, 2021 Sachems LAX seniors honored on Senior Night By Tara Vocino T he Saugus High School Boys’ Varsity Lacrosse Team held their Senior Night game against Gloucester High School last Thursday night at Stackpole Field. (Advocate photo by Tara Vocino) Saugus High School Sachems Varsity Boys’ Lacrosse Team: Pictured in the top row, from left to right: Assistant Coach Nicholas Taylor, Dom Calder, Devon Burke, Andrew Cipriano, William Robinson, Max Anajjar, Cam Zabroski, John Ferreira, Tyler Morley, Matthew Robbins and Head Coach Rob Scuzzarella. In the front row, from left to right: Mekhi Coburn, Nicholas DiVola, Jeff Szymanski, Joseph Calder, Ryan Jones, Andrew Lewis and Jack Sambataro. Pictured in the foreground: Kevin McMaster. Midfielder Jeffrey Szymanski with Coaches Robert Scuzzarella and Nicholas Taylor; Szymanski plans to attend Lasell College later this year to major in sports broadcasting. Seniors, pictured from left to right: Assistant Coach Nicholas Taylor, Nicholas Divola (captain), Andrew Cipriano (captain), Jeff Szymanski, Devon Burke (captain) and Head Coach Robert Scuzzarella. MISSION | FROM PAGE 13 said and done, there would be no losers. So many of us will celebrate this Father’s Day with special thoughts and memories of the journey that these former Martians took us on. I will nevWINNER | FROM PAGE 7 ceived numerous academic awards,” he said. “He applied for acceptance to prestigious schools including Harvard, BU and Northeastern, choosing Harvard, one of only two candidates in our history to attend Harvard. He hopes to study Bio-Mechanical Engineering.” Seven local high school students from Saugus, Revere, Danvers, Wakefield, Ipswich and Amesbury received their scholarships as families gathered at the Officer Vitale Memorial Park to enjoy an in-person ceremony, the result of the lifting of the more than year-long Covid-19 restrictions. Here are the other award recipients – three have ties to the Saugus Police Department: er “dine out” without giving thanks for my father’s continuous effort to make sure I knew my table manners. I will never start to walk up a set of stairs and not hear my father always saying… “there’s always something that needs to be carried up!” It may be why my father Blake Buonopane – St. John’s Prep, Rowley. Isabella Forte – Bishop Fenwick High School, Peabody. Brendan MacDonald – Danvers High School, Danvers (Father is Lt. Steven MacDonald). Colby Magliozzi – St. Mary’s High School, Wakefield. Domenic Morello – Ipswich High School, Ipswich (Father is Detective Frank Morello). Carly Zichella – Amesbury High School, Amesbury (Father is Detective Matt Zichella). Flag Day (Monday, June 14) would have been Officer Vitale’s 78th birthday had he lived. He was killed in the line of duty in the early morning hours of June 18, 1985, while attempting to make an arrest when he was dragged over 1,000 feet to his death. Offiwas never a big sports fan. He had gone on to other provocations. I proved to be enough of a challenge. On my wedding day, when he gave me away I was never sure whose special day it really was. There wasn’t a trophy or tee shirt or award of any kind that could trump that cer Vitale was 42 at the time and married to his wife, Eileen; he lived in Ipswich with three children: Paul, Michelle and JacLyn. Officer Vitale’s badge #17 was retired upon his death. The town constructed Officer Vitale Memorial Park in 1992 in honor of the slain officer. “June 18 is always a tough day for me, it always has been, and always will be, ‘’ said Eileen Vitale, wife of the late officer. “I love the things we do to recognize Harold. The Park Reception, the scholarship awards and our annual golf tournament we hold each August are my favorites. I’m so happy the pandemic is subsiding, and we can continue our traditional ways of keeping Harold’s memory alive,” she said. “Our charmoment. He knew he never actually gave me away. I think perhaps a father’s love is quiet and not always as obvious as a Mother’s might be. A Father’s love is more of a reverberation that comes to you later on in the everyday happenings of your life. Father’s Day is a perity work allows us to continue supporting our victim’s advocacy organizations like National and NE C.O.P.S. (National Concerns of Police Survivors and N.E. C.O.P.S.) and the N.L.E.O.M.F. (National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial Fund) both are amazing organizations who sought out to help us back in 1985.” Les Vitale said he was thrilled that his family was able to award the scholarships in the park in person this year after COVID-19 spoiled last year’s plans. “We are excited to be able to return to our normal in-person ceremony to award our scholarships and host our annual Memorial Park reception,” he said. “The in-person event allows us to personally meet the students and their fect time to not only remember who your Father was or is, but who you are on ordinary days because of him. I think that maybe the best tribute of all I could give my Dad is that through all the ups and downs of my life, I never felt like a loser. Game point! families. For 30 years we’ve hosted our ceremony at the Memorial Park and honor Harold’s life and reflect on his many years of service and sacrifice.” The Officer Vitale Memorial Fund, Inc. is a 501(c)(3) organization and was created in 1992, seven years after Officer Vitale’s death. The Memorial Fund Annual Golf Tournament usually held the first Monday in August at Ipswich Country Club is being considered after last year’s pandemic postponement. Information submitted by Les Vitale, President, Officer Harold L. Vitale Memorial Fund, Inc. % Conifer Hill Advisors, LLC, 99 Conifer Hill Dr., Suite 202, Danvers, MA 01923 – or visit on the web at www.vitalememorialfund.org.

THE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FRIDAY, JUNE 18, 2021 Page 17 Saugus man killed in Newburyport crash A 48-year-old Saugus man died of injuries he received on Tuesday (June 15) from a three-car accident in Newburyport, according to state police. Marc Tuxbury was driving a 2014 Hyundai Elantra northbound on Route 95 about a mile from Exit 86 in Newburyport at about 3 p.m. when he rear-ended a 2020 Ford Transit van. TuxCLASSROOM | FROM PAGE 6 sponsible, and congratulations on his next great adventure! “I don’t think I’ve ever seen Mike smile as much as he has since announcing this move. It’s a responsibility lifted off his shoulders, and being back in the classroom will benefi t him as much as every student that walks into his class. “Brendon’s going to do a phenomenal job at the complex. He’s a strong leader, will hit the ground running, and he’s so excited to be back with the kids. This is a great move for everyone.” Joseph “Dennis” Gould: “Mike brought SHS through the pandemic, the building of a new high School while classes were still in session at old school and moving into new SHS during the pandemic. “I truly respect his past eff orts and his decision to go back into teaching, which will aff ord him much less stress and a lot more time with his family. I am totally supportive of Mike’s decision and again thank him for all he has done for SHS. “Brendon is a perfect replacement because he has been working on curriculum and addressing the areas identified by DESE Report for both Middle and High School, so now he can execute, oversee and put in place enhancements. I wish both the best on their new roles.” Arthur Grabowski: “I wish Mike great success going back to the classroom...it just goes to show that health, family and happiness are all that should matter in life. Hopefully, Mr. Sullivan can be instrumental in changing the culture at the middle/high school and start on the road to changing the schools from being in the bottom 10 percent to being in the top percent.” Hashem career at a glance Hashem, 53, is a Saugus native and a product of the town’s education system – a 1985 Saugus High School graduate. He has spent three decades of his professional career as a teacher and administrator in Saugus Public Schools. He started out as a high bury was transported to Anna Jacques Hospital, where he succumbed to his injuries, state police said. A preliminary investigation showed Tuxbury was traveling northbound when his car struck the rear of a van driven by a 28-year-old man from Beverly. Police said they believe the speed of the Hyundai contributed to the crash. school math teacher in 1991. He was in his third year as principal of Saugus High School in 2016 when he off ered to accept the role of interim superintendent – and later acting superintendent back in March. He later returned to Saugus High School as principal in July of 2016, when the new fi scal year began. He and his wife, Gail, live in Saugus and have three children. Sullivan career at a glance Sullivan, 42, grew up in Saugus and graduated from Malden Catholic High School in 1997. He received his bachelor’s degree in English from Merrimack College in 2001. He received a double master’s degree from Salem State with a master of arts in English and a master of Arts in Teaching. He also has a certificate of advanced graduate study in Administration from American International College. Sullivan began his education career for Saugus Public Schools in the fall of 2001, spending his fi rst 12 years as an English teacher at Saugus High. In July of 2013, he was appointed humanities director for grades 6 to 12 for the Saugus Public Schools. For the 2013-14 school year, he served as full-time humanities director, working between the Middle School and the High School. In July of 2014, he wound up with the position of assistant principal and humanities director. After February vacation that year, he was appointed acting principal at the High School through June 30. He returned to his split position as assistant principal and humanities director on July 1. In July 2017, he was appointed to his current position as the district’s executive director of curriculum, instruction and accountability. Sullivan and his wife Bethany, a Revere native, live in Amesbury with three young sons. Mike Hashem’s letter This is the letter that Saugus High School Principal Michael Hashem emailed to staff, students and family this week: The 2020-2021 school year is coming to a close and our Saugus Middle High School Complex has enjoyed its fi rst year as the fl agCRASH | SEE PAGE 21 ship school in Saugus. While the pandemic delayed our opening; we were able to end the year on a positive note and return most of our students to an in-person learning model and begin to see the resources available in our new complex. As a school and community we worked to get our students back to a traditional education model for teaching and learning and overcoming the impact of this pandemic. It is our hope that next year will be the beginning of a “new normal” of academic excellence at the Saugus Middle High School Complex. Personally, I have invested countless hours and given my total focus and dedication for the past decade to partner with the MSBA, design an educational plan, work with the architects, secure funding from the community, and work with the construction team and project management to get this Complex from a hope and an idea to our current reality. As a lifelong Saugonian, I was proud to have been part of this team and the collective eff ort to get this done. The completion of this project, combined with a transition to a new building, merging of two staff s, navigating through a global pandemic, serving fi ve months as an interim superintendent, and serving eight years as a principal has taken its toll. I have no regrets about the sacrifi ces I have made and I am proud of these accomplishments, but it is time for my next chapter. This message will be one of my last as the principal of the Saugus Middle High School. My health and family need to be a priority and I hope you all realize how grateful I have been to have this opportunity to be your principal. While this is the end of a chapter, it is not the end of my career in education nor working in Saugus. I am returning to the classroom in my former role as a high school mathematics teacher. I look forward to serving in this critical role, as I get a chance to make an impact albeit in this diff erent, perhaps more important role. Thank you to everyone that has been there to support me as an administrator and I truly look forward to returning to the classroom. As always stay positive and healthy. Take care. The initial collision caused the Ford Transit to roll over and the Hyundai to cross the median then enter the southbound lanes of Route 95. The Hyundai then struck a 2019 Ford F-150 that was driven by a 61-year-old man from Old Orchard Beach, Maine, before leaving the roadway into the S y Senior Golf Gadgets That Can Sa e a BY JIM MILLER Help Older Golfers lf Gdt Th Dear Savvy Senior, Do you know of any golfi ng equipment that can help older golfers? My dad, who’s 76, loves to play golf, but arthritis in his hands has made griping the club challenging, and his fragile lower back makes stooping over to tee-up or retrieve the ball a problem too. Is there anything out there that can help? Golfi ng Buddy Dear Buddy, There are actually a wide variety of adaptive golf equipment that can help older golfers who struggle with injuries, arthritis or loss of mobility. Here are several golfi ng products that may help with diff erent needs. Gripping Solutions Gripping a golf club is a very common problem for seniors with hand arthritis or those who have hand or elbow injuries. 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Or, for a grip-and-glove combination fix, check out Quantum Grip (QuantumGrip. com), which incorporates Velcro material recessed in the golf club grip and a companion golf glove that has mating Velcro material in the palm. Cost: $25 per grip, and $40 a glove. Upright Tools For golfers with back, hip or knee problems, there are a number of different tools that can eliminate the repetitive bending and stooping that comes with playing golf. For example, for teeing up the ball without bending over, consider the Tee-Up Foldaway by Zero Bend Golf. This is a 34inch long-handled tool that has a trigger-style handgrip and a jaw that holds the ball and tee for easy placement. It costs $70 at ZeroBendGolf.com. For other stoop-proof teeup solutions, see the Tee Pal Pro ($70, TeePalLLC.com) and Joe’s Original Backtee ($25, UprightGolf.com). ZeroBendGolf.com and UprightGolf.com also offer ball pickup tools and magnetic ball marker products that cost under $15. 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Page 18 THE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FRIDAY, JUNE 18, 2021 lies which are now paying a higher share of their income in taxes. Beacon Hill Roll Call By Bob Katzen Note from Bob Katzen, Publisher of Beacon Hill Roll Call: Sunday, June 6 was the final broadcast of “The Bob Katzen Baby Boomer and Gen X Show” on WMEX Radio and online at www.wmexboston.com. I want to thank all the listeners, callers and celebrity guests including Jerry Mathers (Beaver Cleaver), Tony Dow (Wally Cleaver), Steve Talbot (Gilbert Bates), Mike Lookinland (Bobby Brady), Susan Olsen (Cindy Brady), Robbie Rist (Cousin Oliver), Tina Louise (Ginger Grant), Jeremy Licht (Mark Hogan), Marc Summers (Host of “Double Dare”) and Frank Bilotta and Renee James (Bilotta Gallery). A big thanks to my entire production staff and correspondents including George Yazbeck, Jeremy McKinnon-Gartz, Mike Phelan, Alan Tolz, Ken Golner, Rob Stone, Len Mihalovich, Paul Yovino, Jon Aldrich, Connor Clougherty and Ben Rabinovitz. We are negotiating for a new broadcast outlet for the show. We’ll be back! “Stay tuned” and I’ll keep you posted. You can also visit us at www.bobkatzenshow. com. THE HOUSE AND SENATE: Beacon Hill Roll Call records local representatives’ and senators’ votes on roll calls from the week of June 7-11. TAX MILLIONAIRES ANOTHER 4 PERCENT (S 5) House and Senate held a Constitutional convention and approved 159-41, (House approved 121-39, Senate approved 38-2), a proposed constitutional amendment that would allow a graduated income tax in Massachusetts and impose an additional 4 percent income tax, in addition to the current flat 5 percent one, on taxpayers’ earnings of more than $1 million annually. Language in the amendment requires that “subject to appropriation” the revenue will go to fund quality public education, affordable public colleges and universities, and for the repair and maintenance of roads, bridges and public transportation. The proposal, dubbed by sponsors as “the Fair Share Amendment” is sponsored by Sen. Jason Lewis (D-Winchester) and Rep. James O’Day (D-West Boylston). Opponents reject that label and call it another unnecessary excessive tax. The proposal was also approved by the 2019-2020 Legislature and is now scheduled to go on the November 2022 ballot for voters to decide. Supporters said the amendment will affect only 18,000 extremely wealthy individuals and will generate up to $2 billion annually in additional tax revenue. They argued that using the funds for education and for the repair and maintenance of roads, bridges and public transportation will benefit millions of Bay State taxpayers. They noted the hike would help lower income famiOpponents argued the new tax will result in the loss of 9,500 private sector jobs, $405 million annually in personal disposable income and some millionaires moving out of state. They said that the earmarking of the funds for specific projects is illegal and said all the funds will go into the General Fund and be up for grabs for anything. “When the Fair Share Amendment was first introduced in 2015, there were about 15,000 Massachusetts residents earning over $1 million a year,” said O’Day. “Now in 2021, there are about 18,000 residents earning over $1 million a year. Clearly, there are millionaires and billionaires who can afford to pay their fair share in taxes, which will support our neighbors and local communities with investments in public education and transportation.” “In a brash case of the pot calling the kettle black, after voting to move the graduated income tax to the ballot, Rep. James O’Day said of his targets, ‘They are the ones, obviously, that will have the ability to throw a ton of cash at this issue and that’s probably how they’re going to try to beat it,’” said Chip Ford, executive director of Citizens for Limited Taxation, which led the charge that defeated the last two attempts to impose a graduated income tax on the 1976 and 1994 ballots. “I hope he’s right,” continued Ford. “The reliably deep pockets opponents of any true ‘tax fairness’ and relentless advocates for higher taxes, the teachers and labor unions that make most ballot questions a financially lopsided affair sound concerned to compete on a more level playing field. So it’s game-on, taxpayers, let round six of the Tax Olympics begin. We need to hand them another grad tax defeat on the 2022 ballot—-for the sixth time.” “The Fair Share Amendment once again received strong support from legislators and, in public polling, typically receives support from more than 70 percent of voters in Massachusetts,” said Lewis. “The reason it is so popular is that most people recognize that our wealthiest residents can afford to pay a bit more in taxes to fund investments in public education and improve our transportation infrastructure that will grow our economy, expand opportunity and make our commonwealth more just and equitable for all.” “Only Beacon Hill politicians want to raise taxes by 80 percent, while simultaneously collecting more tax revenue than they know how to spend,” said Paul Craney, spokesperson for the Massachusetts Fiscal Alliance. “The voters should not forget or forgive this level of greed and they will have another chance to hold them accountable in 2022.” “Right now, our economy is working great for those at the very top, but it’s not working for the rest of us,” said Andrew Farnitano, a spokesman for the Raise Up Massachusetts coalition which has led the campaign for the proposal. “Giving every student access to a high-quality public education, upgrading our crumbling transportation infrastructure and making our public colleges and universities affordable again is the best way to lift up our economy for everyone, and to ensure Massachusetts remains a great place to live, work and raise a family. The Fair Share Amendment would provide sustainable, long-term revenue for investments in transportation and public education, without asking low- and middle-income families to pay a penny more.” A report released by the Beacon Hill Institute read, “The proposed surtax would decrease the demand for labor services and the quantity of labor services supplied. It would further increase the cost of obtaining capital services by reducing the after-tax profits that owners could plan on receiving from investments in their business. These effects would further manifest themselves as a reduction in private sector jobs, in disposable income and in state gross domestic product. In 2023, for example, more than 4,000 families would leave the Bay State with employment dipping by nearly 9,000 jobs. Workers will have $963 million less in disposable income and the state’s gross domestic project would shrink by $431 million.” “To make a fully informed decision, voters should understand what the tax changes embedded in the law will mean in terms of costs to the state’s economy,” notes David Tuerck, President of the institute and a co-author of the report. “Supporters of the millionaire’s tax ignore the reality that high-income taxpayers adjust their work effort and their decisions to save and invest, particularly when they are more willing to move.” (A “Yes” vote is for the 4 percent tax. A “No” vote is against it.) Rep. Jessica Giannino Yes Rep. Donald Wong No Sen. Brendan Crighton Yes REPRECINCTING (H 3863) House 113-29, approved and sent to the Senate a bill that would change how district boundaries for Congress, the State House of Representatives, State Senate and Governor’s Council will be redrawn ahead of the 2022 elections. Traditionally, cities and towns act first in the process by creating their local precincts and boundaries based on the latest decennial U.S. Census population. This time around, the Census Bureau announced in February that as a result of the pandemic it wouldn’t be able to deliver redistricting data by the expected and promised date of March 30, 2021 and have pushed the delivery date to September 30, 2021 with some information possibly arriving in August 2021. This delay makes it impossible for Massachusetts cities and towns to meet the existing statutory June 15 deadline to submit their redrawn precincts to the Legislature. The proposal, approved by the House, would change the order of things by authorizing the Legislature to take the first step by redrawing boundaries for state and federal offices using census tracts and blocks. Cities and towns would be required to complete their reprecincting work within 30 days after the Legislature finalizes districts. “This bill allows the drawing of new legislative districts in a timely manner while keeping us in compliance with state law and the state constitution,” said Elections Laws Committee chair Dan Ryan (D-Charlestown). “We do this while still allowing municipalities to draw their own precinct and sub-precinct boundaries to meet their needs.” “Any claim of urgency is a false flag intended to stifle debate and rush this legislation through,” said Rep. Shawn Dooley (R-Norfolk). “There’s technology that allows for instantaneous reformatting with the click of a mouse, so to say that we’re in a horrific time crunch and that the cities and town clerks won’t be able to get this done on a timely basis is nonsense.” “The delayed release of the 2020 Census data has made redistricting more difficult, but [the bill] is a modest, common sense change that will make both redistricting and reprecincting better for voters and local officials,” said Geoff Foster, steering committee member of the Drawing Democracy Coalition and executive director of Common Cause Massachusetts. “The current timeline gives municipalities an unrealistically short time period in which to redraw precinct lines.” “This complete reversal of the process would lead to unintended consequences and disruption to local governance, charters and elections in many cities and towns across the state,” said Massachusetts Municipal Association Executive Director Geoff Beckwith. “Forcing communities to shape their precincts around new state-set boundaries would lead to significant problems for communities with multiple precincts, especially those with Representative Town Meeting, as well as those localities that elect local officials in districts based on wards and precincts.” Beckwith also noted that “cities and towns are in the best position to take into account neighborhoods and racial and ethnic communities of interest when they draw precincts lines.” “The reprecincting bill was necessary to respond to U.S. Census data delays requiring a strategic and prompt response while ensuring a transparent and equitable redistricting process,” said Rep. Alice Peisch (D-Wellesley). Secretary of State Bill Galvin, the state’s chief election officer, opposes the bill and said he would urge Gov. Charlie Baker to veto the measure if it reaches the governor’s desk. “Have there been new ethnic communities come in?” asked Galvin at a hearing before the Election Laws Committee. “Have there been changes? Is there new construction? Are there new factors? Local governments are best able to deal with this.” (A “Yes” vote is for the bill. A “No” vote is against it.) Rep. Jessica Giannino Yes Rep. Donald Wong No CHANGES IN ELECTION VOTING LAWS (H 3862) House 128-32, approved an amendment that would make mail-in voting and early voting before the biennial state primaries and general elections permanent. Both of these methods were approved by the Legislature when the pandemic hit but only applied to the 2020 elections. “Massachusetts voters got a glimpse into an efficient, safe, and convenient way to vote that other states have long enjoyed during last year’s election, with 42 percent of our commonwealth’s voters voting by mail,” said Rep. Jack Lewis (D-Framingham). “And because of that, even in the midst of a global pandemic, we experienced turnout numbers we haven’t seen in nearly 30 years.” “I’m a little shocked that we’re doing this today as part of the supplemental budget said GOP Minority Leader Brad Jones (R-North Reading). “This should go through the committee process. The chairman of Ways and Means has tried to impress that upon me numerous times. I don’t understand why that’s not the case here particularly for something that isn’t timely. This doesn’t have to be done … this doesn’t have any effect on the voters for over a year.” “The operating paradigm around here is that the ends justify the means,” continued Jones as he tried appealing to members of the Progressive Caucus who often call for greater transparency, to reject the amendment because of the way it was being rushed through. “That really is the operating rule of the House of Representatives, that’s what we’ve come down to. There’s no transparency in this process. There’s no real opportunity to debate.” (A “Yes” vote is for the amendment making mail-in voting and early voting permanent. A “No” vote is against the amendment.) Rep. Jessica Giannino Yes Rep. Donald Wong No HOW LONG WAS LAST WEEK’S SESSION? Beacon Hill Roll Call tracks the length of time that the House and Senate were in session each week. Many legislators say that legislative sessions are only one aspect of the Legislature’s job and that a lot of important work is done outside of the House and Senate chambers. They note that their jobs also involve committee work, research, constituent work and other matters that are important to their districts. Critics say that the Legislature does not meet regularly or long enough to debate and vote in public view on the thousands of pieces of legislation that have been filed. They note that the infrequency and brief length of sessions are misguided and lead to irresponsible late-night sessions and a mad rush to act on dozens of bills in the days immediately preceding the end of an annual session. During the week of June 7-11, the House met for a total of eleven hours and hours and 47 minutes while the Senate met for a total of five hours and 47 minutes. Mon. June 7 House 11:01 a.m. to 1:16 p.m. Senate 11:27 a.m. to 1:22 p.m. Tues. June 8 No House session No Senate session Wed. June 9 House 11:01 a.m. to 2:41 p.m. Senate 1:17 p.m. to 2:37 p.m. Thurs. June 10 House 11:03 a.m. to 4:55 p.m. Senate 11:23 a.m. to 1:55 p.m. Fri. June 11 No House session No Senate session Bob Katzen welcomes feedback at bob@beaconhillrollcall.com

THE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FRIDAY, JUNE 18, 2021 Page 19 Keeping track of the trucks Selectmen tell town resident they plan to check out her concerns about heavy trucks crossing through Saugus By Mark E. Vogler “W hy are these heavy trucks allowed to frequently and noisily rumble through our residential neighborhoods?” That was one of several questions Margaret O’Neil Lankow raised in a recent letter to selectmen. And she was there at Tuesday night’s (June 15) board meeting to follow up on her concerns. Lankow, a Saugus native who left town, but returned to her family home located off Hamilton Street in East Saugus, told the board she is keeping notes on what she believes is heavy duty truck traffic with no business town, cutting through Saugus residential neighborhoods. “Over the past months, I have noticed multiple and frequent very heavy trucks lumbering down Main Street, Hamilton Street, Essex Street, Lincoln Avenue, Winter Street, Saville Street and Walnut Street,” Lankow said. “As a taxpayer, I know that heavy trucking can wear out our roads and cause damage. In addition, the trucks were definitely over the speed limit and I was right behind one traveling into Cliftondale,” she said. Town Manager Scott C. Crabtree accepted Lankow’s offer to review her notes on the truck traffic, which list companies in some instances along with the times and locations. If there’s a problem and the companies aren’t authorized to travel the particular roads, Crabtree said he would have the police check into the matter. Selectman Michael Serino is convinced there is a problem. He’s been keeping notes too. “I have received numerous complaints regarding caravans of tractor trailers traveling through Saugus, in particular Cliftondale Square,” Serino wrote in a June 1 email to Crabtree. Serino has done his own tailing of trucks and what he observed concerns him. “This situation is very dangerous, particularly in the Cliftondale Square area,” Serino said. “If I recall, several years ago, this had happened before when trucks were hauling fill from Aggreate’s Swampscott Quarry. We worked out a deal with Aggregate, in which they told their drivers they would have to travel from Western Ave down Walnut Street and out to Route One,” he said. Crabtree said the easiest course of action would be to contact companies doing business in Saugus to see if they have agreements. At the same time, Crabtree said it was a difficult situation that would take time to check out. “At least make sure they are following speed limits,” Board of Selectmen Vice Chair Corinne Riley said.

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