Page 20 THE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FriDAy, JUly 18, 2025 BEACON | FROM PAGE 19 sor Rep. Carole Fiola (D-Fall River). “This curriculum was provided during the pandemic and was proven to be a great resource for students.” JUNIOR DRIVERS (H 3611) – Another bill before the Transportation Committee would enhance regulations and safety requirements for junior operators (drivers under 18). Provisions require all high schools to annually provide a seminar on the dangers of texting while driving and FURNISHED ROOM FOR RENT EVERETT makes attendance mandatory for all students; require applicants for a junior operator’s license to submit a letter of good standing from their school principal or designated school official; and increase the fine and length of license suspension for various violations by a junior driver. Supporters said the bill introduces educational, administrative and enforcement changes aimed at promoting responsible driving habits among young drivers. “This legislation aims to 1 bedroom, 1 bath furnished room for rent. $275. per week rent. Two week deposit plus 1 week rent required. Call: 617-435-9047 - NO TEXT protect the safety of young drivers and the public by promoting early education, reinforcing responsible driving behavior and establishing clearer consequences for violations,” said sponsor Rep. Bruce Ayers (D-Quincy). “By strengthening the junior operator licensing process, we can help prevent avoidable accidents and save lives.” PROHIBIT BUYING ALCOHOL AT SELF-CHECK OUT (H 366) – The Committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure held a hearing on a proposal that would prohibit customers from buying alcohol beverages in a self-checkout line at retailers and require the sale be conducted through a face-to-face transaction with a store employee over the age of 18. “This bill is about keeping alcohol out of the hands of minors,” said sponsor Rep. Mike Finn (D-West Springfield). “By requiring face-toface transactions, we ensure that a trained employee checks IDs every time, closing a loophole that’s made it too easy for underage buyers to slip through at self-checkouts. It’s a commonsense step to promote public safety and responsible alcohol sales.” ALLOW ALCOHOL SALES ON THANKSGIVING (H 428) – Another measure heard by the Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure Committee would allow for the sale of alcohol on Thanksgiving. “This is a common-sense bill that is intended to be a REAL ESTATE TRANSACTIONS Copyrighted material previously published in Banker & Tradesman/The Commercial Record, a weekly trade newspaper. It is reprinted with permission from the publisher, The Warren Group. For a searchable database of real estate transactions and property information visit: www. thewarrengroup.com. BUYER1 Nguyen, Hoa Parajuli, Bimal BUYER2 Nguyen, Ngoc SELLER1 Ternullo Domenic Est Steele, Michelle C SELLER2 Ternullo, Fabiana 9. According to Merriam-Webster, what is tech neck? 10. On July 21, 1861, was the First Battle of Manassas, which is also called what? 1. On July 18, 2013, what city known as Motor City claimed Chapter 9 bankruptcy protection? 2. The Olympics website lists how many beach sports: two, four or six? 3. On July 19, 1942, former slave/Tuskegee Institute head George Washington Carver began an experiment to make synthetic rubber with what automaker? 4. In what century were the first printed recipes for iced tea: 18th, 19th or 20th? 5. What space station ended in July 1979? 6. In what hot U.S. national park would you find “Teakettle Junction” — an intersection sign covered by different types of kettles? 7. In 1894 “dog wagons” started visiting Yale University dorms for what purpose? 8. On July 20, 1969, who became the first two people to walk on the moon? 11. In 1900 an Olympics race involved “climbing over a pole and a line of boats and swimming under them” on what river that now has manmade beaches? 12. What expert on chimpanzees is known for wearing a khaki shirt and shorts every day? 13. What well-known race has started in a different country in the last three years? 14. July 22 is National Mango Day; which raises the most mangoes: Brazil, China or India? ADDRESS 4 Rockland Ter 141 Essex St #D5 CITY Saugus Saugus 15. How many muscles does your face have: 21, 43 or 50? 16. Why has the U.S. northeast coast been called “Down East”? 17. On July 23, 1777, Poland’s Casimir Pulaski (“The Father of American Cavalry”) arrived in what North Shore town to join the Continental Army? 18. A Michigan resident made a “Big Banana Car” (22-plusfeet long): what royal personage stated, “We are all very proud of Mr Braithwaite and his Big Banana Car”? 19. How many NBA Championship titles have the Boston Celtics had: 18, 22 or 25? 20. On July 24, 1901, William Sydney Porter was born; he had what penname? DATE 06.24.25 06.25.25 PRICE 1109000 380000 ANSWERS convenience to the public,” said sponsor Rep. David Linsky (D-Natick). “How many of us have needed to pick up a bottle of wine on Thanksgiving, only to find out that liquor stores were closed? Stores wouldn’t have to be open - it would be their option. The current law is a vestige of the blue laws and needs to be repealed.” BAN STATE FUNDING FOR PLANNED PARENTHOOD (H 1389) – The Public Health Committee held a hearing on a measure that would prohibit the use of state funds for Planned Parenthood. “Planned Parenthood is a non-government, non-profit that has broad and significant capacity to generate revenue through private fundraising from individuals who support its mission,” said sponsor Rep. Joseph McKenna (R-Sutton). “According to its annual 20232024 report it raised over $684.1 million from private contributions. Additionally, BEACON | SEE PAGE 21 1. Detroit 2. Two: handball and volleyball 3. Henry Ford 4. 19th (1870s) 5. Skylab 6. Death Valley National Park (The kettles contain messages left by visitors.) 7. To sell hot dogs 8. “Buzz” Aldrin and Neil Armstrong 9. “Neck pain caused by hunching over one’s phone or computer” 10. First Battle of Bull Run (also called the “picnic battle”; at first, D.C. civilians were onlookers) 11. The Seine 12. Jane Goodall 13. Tour de France bicycle race (Denmark, Spain and Italy) 14. India 15. 43 16. Early sailors traveling northeast were propelled by a strong wind called “downwind.” 17. Marblehead 18. Queen Elizabeth II (In 2011, UK-born owner Steve Braithwaite got a Guinness World Record.) 19. 18 20. O. Henry
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