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
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