SAUGUS Your Local News, Sports and Information Online. Scan & Subscribe! Vol. 28, No.30 -FREE- www.advocatenews.net Published Every Friday A NUMBER ONE TEAM BROTHERS AND TEAMMATES: Left to right: John Benoit and his brothers James, Mark and Matthew were among the 64 members of the Saugus Sachems Track Camp that recently took home fi rst-place honors among 18 teams competing in a Rhode Island track meet. Please see inside for the story and more photos. (Saugus Advocate photo by Mark E. Vogler) Home of the Week Excellent home, beautiful yard and great location! Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Commonwealth Real Estate Formerly Carpenito Real Estate LYNNFIELD - 1st AD - Stately Georgian Colonial in prime Lynnfield location! 9 rooms, 4 bdrms, 2 ½ baths, Front to back fireplaced living room and formal dining room. White kitchen with granite counters, stainless appliances, and spacious separate eating area overlooking yard. First floor family room with built ins, brick fireplace and slider to patio. Second floor consists of 4 bedrooms all with hardwood floors. Primary bedroom is also front to back with great closet space and full bath. Lower level has more potential finished with handmade bar, wine area and great storage space. Home is situated on acre lot with circular drive and beautiful landscaping. In-ground pool with new decking, Offered at $1,549,000.00 gazebo, shed and 2 car garage. (781) 233-7300 335 Central St. Saugus commonmoves.com ©2024 BHH Affiliates, LLC, An independently owned and operated franchisee of BHH Affiliates, LLC, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices and the Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices symbol are registered service marks of Columbia Insurance Company, a Berkshire Hathaway affiliate. Equal Housing Opportunity. A 781-233-4446 Friday, July 31, 2026 “An isolated occurrence” The rt. 1 North restaurant that served nine drinks to the wrong-way driver before his fatal crash with state trooper defends its past record of no violations during ABCC hearing By Mark E. Vogler n attorney representing Tribu Mexican Kitchen & Bar on Rte. 1 North in Saugus – the bar that served free and afterhours drinks to an intoxicated customer on Cinco de Mayo before he killed himself and a state trooper in a wrong-way crash – asked the Alcoholic Beverages Control Commission (ABCC) to “keep the matter in context” before deciding disciplinary action against the restaurant. “This is an isolated occurrence,” Attorney Tracy Firicano told commissioners during a hearing this week (Tuesday, July 28) on Tribu’s multiple liquor law violations on the evening of May 5 and into the morning after. “While there are numerous violations, context is important. The context of it being one evening,” she said. Tribu served Hernan Ramon Marrero, 50, of Roslindale, nine alcoholic drinks during three-and-a-half hours shortly before the crash, according to ABCC investigators. At about 2:04 a.m., minutes after Marrero left the parking lot of the bar, he drove his Jeep Wrangler southbound on Route 1 North, colliding head-on with State Trooper Kevin Trainor. Both men died in the crash. Tests revealed that Marrero’s blood alcohol level was more than twice the legal limit. “My clients are taking these violations very, very seriously,” Firicano told the commission. “Sadly, two people lost their lives here. That’s a tragedy,” she said. “However, the issues before you, honorable commission members, are very narrow ones. And that doesn’t minimize the tragedy. All it does is keep it right-sized and narrows the focus on the evidence presented to you.” After listening to the testimony at the hour-long hearing, commissioners said they would take the matter under advisement and issue a written opinion at a later date. Once the ABCC completes its report, the Saugus Board of Selectmen – which acts as the town liquor licensing authority – will conduct its own hearing and will determine what disciplinary action should be taken against Tribu’s liquor license. The board could vote to suspend Tribu’s liquor license ABCC | SEE PAGE 2 Summer is Here! Established 1978 Mid-grade Regular 3.99 4.37 5.15 $4.61 Full Service ULS $4.379 Order online at angelosoil.com Kerosene Now Available! FLEET CARD Check Out Our LOW PRICES!
Page 2 THE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FriDAy, JUly 31, 2026 Cracking down on collusion Attorney General obtains $2.4 million settlement with school bus company that made false statements regarding school bus transportation contracts to several communities, including Saugus M assachusetts Attorney General Andrea Joy Campbell this week announced a $2.4 million settlement with student transportation services company Beacon Mobility Corporation, which operates through subsidiaries, including Van Pool ABCC | FROM PAGE 1 or even revoke it. Losing a liquor license for a substantial Transportation LLC and NRT Bus, Inc., (collectively “Beacon”), to resolve allegations that the company colluded to allocate contracts — raising prices — and made false statements regarding school bus transportation contracts in the City of Lynn and Towns of Dedham amount of time can financially hurt a restaurant’s business. Most of this week’s hear“WE’RE STILL HERE!” Since 1947 MALDEN AUTO BODY Book online: Maldenauto.com 49 Robin St., Everett, MA 617-389-3030 * Maldenab@yahoo.com Over 79 years of exceptional service! Massone Family Owned & Operated and Saugus. In addition to the $2.4 million monetary payment, the majority of which will be distributed to the affected municipalities, the settlement requires Beacon to maintain an antitrust compliance program for at least five years and to notify the Attorney General’s ing focused on a five-page report by Supervising Investigator Caroline L. Guarino, which she read into the record. The report, which was constructed by the use of surveillance video and information provided by Tribu, established a timeline from the moment that Marrero arrived at the bar at around 9:15 p.m. on May 5 and left the premises at 1:52 a.m. on May 6. The bar provided all credit card and cash payment records. From the video film and records, ABCC investigators were able to determine when Marrero was served his alcoholic drinks. Marrero was only billed for two margaritas with Don Julio Reposado and food for a total of $71.69. He left a $30 tip for a total payment of $101.69, according to his credit card information. Office (AGO) of any acquisitions of other transportation companies for 10 years. Beacon must also cooperate with the AGO in future investigations and must notify the AGO of any efforts by a competitor to enter into or enforce any agreement to allocate contracts, fix prices, The ABCC investigation determined that Marrero received five of his nine alcoholic drinks after midnight – the last one was served at 12:53 a.m. The investigation also concluded that Marrero only paid for two of his drinks. Serving free drinks and after hours are violations of state liquor law. Tribu committed 26 counts of serving alcoholic beverages after midnight and 31 counts of serving free drinks, according to the violations cited by the ABCC investigation. In her report, Supervising Investigator Guarino noted that Marrero shared a special relationship with Herman Zambrano, one of the bartenders who was on duty on May 5-6. “I interviewed manager Zambrano in the presence of Attorney Firicano,” Guarino wrote. “Zambrano stated that Marrerig bids or share competitively sensitive information related to student transportation contracts in Massachusetts. “When companies engage in unlawful collusion that increase costs for municipalities, it reCOLLUSION | SEE PAGE 5 ro was his friend and mentor for over 20 years. Zambrano stated that he had been sober for 2 ½ years and on May 5, 2026, he started drinking alcoholic beverages,” she wrote. Attorney Firicano elaborated on the friendship during the hearing. “He [Marrero] wasn’t your typical customer,” Firicano said. The attorney called Marrero “a mentor” and “father-figure” to Zambrano. “They were very close,” she said. The circumstances were different during that night of drinking at the bar, she stressed. “Mr. Zambrano never drank with employees, because he hadn’t drunk himself in up to two years,” she said. So, it was out of the ordinary for bar employees who were no longer working to receive free drinks, after hours with Zambrano.” “These are in no ways to be excuses,” Firicano said. She stressed that Tribu “has no prior violations of any kind” prior to the events of May 5-6. “You have no information that what happened was a regular occurrence,” said Firicano, who also noted that Tribu has cooperated with ABCC investigators and has already initiated steps “to ensure that no such violations occur in the future. Tribu employs 23 people who are “hard-working” and who are “learning from this experience,” she said. (Editor’s Note: This story was covered by a reporter who viewed the proceedings of the July 28 hearing broadcast on a computer site set up by the Massachusetts Alcoholic Beverages Control Commission. The ABCC arranged for the site, anticipating it would not be able to accommodate all interested parties in its hearing room at its Chelsea offices.)
THE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FriDAy, JUly 31, 2026 Page 3 Senate passes E-Bike Safety Policy T Special to Th e Advocate he state Senate this week passed an economic development package that regulates micromobility devices, including electric scooters and e-bikes by adopting an innovative speed-based framework to keep pace with rapidly evolving technology and address widespread safety concerns. “E-bikes and other micromobility devices are an important part of our transportation system, giving an aff ordable way for residents to get to work, school, the grocery store, medical appointments, and connect with our public transportation system,” Senator Brendan Crighton (D-Lynn) said in a press release issued by his offi ce. “As Senate Chair of the Joint Committee on Transportation, I was proud to collaborate with stakeholders in municipal government, law enforcement, small business owners, and transportation advocates to build a framework that prioritizes safety for everyone on our roads, bike lanes, sidewalks, and trails,” Crighton said. “Striking the right balance between accessibility and safety, this policy is a critical step to prevent serious Injuries and save lives.” Recent advances in e-bike and electric scooter technology have rendered existing laws insuffi cient to ensure the safe use of these devices, according to Crighton. This bill accounts for these developments by establishing universal and adaptable safety standards, along with further provisions that keep young children off of powered devices, some of which can reach speeds of 30 miles per hour, and ban mopeds and similar devices from operating in bike lanes and shared use paths. The legislation establishes a multi-tiered speed-based system to apply standards and restrictions to each vehicle, ensuring that the bill includes more devices as they become available in the future. Each speed tier has increased restrictions, ensuring that safety remains a top priority. The tiers apply standards of the types of safety features that must be built into the vehicle, safety requirements for vehicle operators, as well as right of way allowances. Additionally, the bill includes a statewide 20 miles per hour default speed limit for shared use paths to reduce crashes, additional electrical safety standards on lithium-ion powered mopeds to prevent them from becoming fi re hazards, and prohibition on operation of powered micromobility devices for children under 14 years of age to keep children off of the most dangerous devices. It extends existing youth helmet law to all micromobility devices and requires all users regardless of age to wear protective headgear when operating anything above tier 0. The legislation also establishes a working group to iron out other priorities, such as updating the crash report form, and establishing a micro-ID pilot program. The provisions in the economic development bill build off of the critical work and recommendations of the Special Commission on Micromobility which focused on providing much needed guidance for our cities and towns, promoting the responsible development of these new transportation options, and improving the safety of all road users. Releasing their report in January 2026, the Commission reviewed current laws and regulations, making recommendations to support the expanding use of micromobility devices throughout the Commonwealth. Senator Crighton had the opportunity to serve as a commission member in his capacity as Senate Chair of the Joint Committee on Transportation. Other commission members included law enforcement, members of the Healey-Driscoll Administration, and transportation advocates. The Senate passed the bill and sent it back to the House of Representatives for further consideration. Lawrence A. Simeone Jr. Attorney-at-Law ~ Since 1989 ~ * Corporate Litigation * Criminal/Civil * MCAD * Zoning/Land Court * Wetlands Litigation * Workmen’s Compensation * Landlord/Tenant Litigation * Real Estate Law * Construction Litigation * Tax Lien * Personal Injury * Bankruptcy * Wrongful Death * Zoning/Permitting Litigation 300 Broadway, Suite 1, Revere * 781-286-1560 lsimeonejr@simeonelaw.net SABATINO/MASTROCOLA INSURANCE AGENCY 519 BROADWAY EVERETT, MA 02149 Auto * Home * Boat * Renter * Condo * Life * Multi-Policy Discounts * Commercial 10% Discounts * Registry Service Also Available PHONE: (617) 387-7466 FAX: (617) 381-9186 Visit us online at: WWW.SABATINO-INS.COM
Page 4 THE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FriDAy, JUly 31, 2026 Saugus Gardens in the Summer Here’s what’s blooming in town this week to make your walks more enjoyable By Laura Eisener V isitors to Saugus Iron Works in what is left of the summer will see some changes to the landscape but also some new activities that focus on nature in the park. The upper lawn has an empty space this week due to the removal of the European beech tree (Fagus sylvatica). Often I have been told that this was the most-loved tree in the town, due to its location, size and dark wine-red foliage color. The tree predates the national park and was probably planted by a homeowner on Central Street in the late 19th century. People have tried to estimate the tree’s age by its size, or by memories of longtime residents. When the rings were counted, there were about 150, making it likely that the tree was planted in the late 1870s. The trunk was approximately six feet across at its base. The tree’s removal took several hours due to its size. Over the course of the day last Thursday, several Saugonians from the neighborhood, members of Saugus Garden Club, and others stopped by to pay their respects. Sometimes called copper beech or purple beech, varieties of European beech with colorful foliage are among the most admired trees that can be grown in the Northeast. Most European beech trees have green leaves, but there are variations in leaf shape (cut-leaf varieties have almost feathery foliage, unlike the usual oval, slightly scalloped leaves); tree form (such as upright or weeping varieties); and color, including tricolor beech, which may have green, reddish, white and pink areas in the leaves. Beech were arguably the most desired trees in the last half of the 19th century, and old estates almost always had at least one beech planted near the front entrance. A few of these trees persist today in private gardens around town. In recent decades, several diseases and environmental stresses have affected beech trees. The droughts of recent years add to diseases that affect our native American beech (Fagus grandifolia), the European beech planted in gardens, and the somewhat less often planted oriental beech (Fagus orientalis). Since the early 1900s, beech bark disease has become a problem in this area. This is a combination of an insect infestation of beech scale (Xylococcus betulae) and two species of Neonectria fungus species (Neonectria faginata and Neonectria ditissima). Much more recently, beech leaf disease has affected beech trees in forests and cultivated landscapes. Nematodes, which are Aluminum Aluminum Everett Supplies 10 Everett Ave., Everett 617-389-3839 Celebrating 66 Years in Business! •Vinyl Siding Decks • • •Carpentry Work •Decks • Replacement Windows Carpentry Work • • • Fully Insured Fully Insured • Replacement Windows www.everettaluminum.com Free Estimates Fully Licensed • Roong •Free Estimates •Fully Licensed •Roong Now’s the time to schedule those home improvement projects you’ve been dreaming about all winter! A worker from I ron Tree removed the beech branch by branch on July 23. (Photo courtesy of Laura Eisener) According to the Arnold Arboretum, there are a few bacteria and fungi connected with these nematodes that also play a part in the stress on beeches. Leaves often have discoloration between the veins, looking somewhat striped, and foliage can also look wrinkled or misshapen. It is easier to observe in green foliaged beech varieties than in those with darker leaves. Other nearby institutions The large beech at the Saugus Iron Works National Historic Site presided over its last concert on July 22. (Photo courtesy of Laura Eisener) tiny, often microscopic roundworms, are believed to be the cause of this. While most nematodes in our environment are benign and sometimes beneficial, the nematodes responsible for beech leaf disease (Litylenchus crenatae) cause harm by devouring and damaging leaf tissue as it emerges in spring. with valuable beech trees have also been struggling with these diseases, including Harvard’s Arnold Arboretum in Jamaica Plain, which has a sizeable beech tree collection. Current treatments include foliar GARDENS | SEE PAGE 5 Summer is Here!
THE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FriDAy, JUly 31, 2026 Page 5 Local student receives degree from Quinnipiac University A lexandra McGuire, of Saugus, received a Doctor of Medicine during commencement ceremonies held in May. COLLUSION| FROM PAGE 2 duces their ability to fund other critical programs including our libraries, public safety agencies and schools,” Campbell said in a press release issued by her offi ce this week. “My office is committed to investigating and eliminating illegal anticompetitive agreements that harm our communities,” she said. The AGO was unable to provide information on the specific amount of money that Saugus would receive. Each municipality will receive compensation from the settlement that GARDENS | FROM PAGE 4 spraying, trunk injection and root fl are sprays of several fungicides. I fi rst saw evidence of beech leaf disease at Glen Magna in Danvers, where the trees have been treated for several years and appear to be doing well. There are several American beech on that property and at least one weeping European beech that is a focal point of the grounds. Despite treatments, the tree About Quinnipiac University: Quinnipiac is a private, coeducational institution located in Hamden, Connecticut. The university enrefl ects the estimation of the damages incurred by the municipality as a result of the collusion. Beacon is a student transportation services company registered in Delaware that provides special education transportation services to school districts in Massachusetts through its subsidiaries, including Van Pool Transportation LLC and NRT Bus, Inc. The AGO alleges that in 2022 Beacon colluded with another student transportation services company in the region to raise prices on school districts by allocating contracts for the at the Iron Works had lost some of its lower foliage due to the beech leaf disease in recent years. On July 4 I was sitting under the tree, relaxing in the shade after enjoying the 250th celebration, when one of the dead branches fell on me. Other dead branches were immediately pruned by park staff , and evaluation of the tree health intensifi ed, leading to the sad decision to remove the tree. Several people came to say goodbye before or while the tree was rolls 9,700 students in more than 100 degree programs through its Schools of Business, Communications, Education, Computing and Entransportation of special education students in Saugus, Lynn and Dedham. Beacon did so by agreeing not to compete with the other company for contracts in certain towns in exchange for not facing competition from that company in other municipalities. The AGO also alleges that Beacon made false claims for payment by concealing its collusion and signing a certifi cate of non-collusion in Lynn. “This vendor’s corrupt exploitation of our district’s efforts to get some of our most vulnerable students to school is shameful,” Lynn Mayor Jared C. being removed by Iron Tree Service of Beverly, including several members of the Saugus Garden Club. Anyone with beech trees on their property would want to have their trees examined because many of the local beeches have one or more health problems and could be at risk. Early intervention may be able to prolong the lives of some trees. On a happier note, two of the new staff members at Saugus Iron Works have begun develgineering, Health Sciences, Law, Medicine, Nursing and the College of Arts & Sciences. Quinnipiac is expanding innovative programs for both Nicholson said. “We very much appreciate the Attorney General and her team for holding them accountable and returning their ill-gotten gains back to our taxpayers.” Dedham Town Manager Leon I. Goodwin noted that his community has struggled with unsustainable cost increases for many goods and services, especially since the pandemic. “In order for us to provide safe and reliable services to our residents, we must have trust in our vendors and contractors, and this includes fair and transparent pricing because profi ts cannot come before people,” Goodoping children’s “pop up” programs about nature at the Iron Works. Saugus Iron Works intern/Essex Heritage River steward Valentina Sierra and national park ranger Gracie Wood had a display about pollinators last week, which included pictures and facts about some local pollinating insects and hummingbirds and the plants they pollinate, as well as opportunities for children to draw on paper some of the plants and pollinators they learned about. Earlier, the traditional and adult learners and developing dynamic corporate partnerships. For more information, please visit qu.edu. win said. “It is reassuring to see the Attorney General’s Offi ce investigate one of the root causes of this issue and hold a company liable for their illegal actions.” This case was handled by Assistant Attorney General Katherine Krems and Division Chief Anthony Mariano of the AGO’s Antitrust Division. 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Page 6 THE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FriDAy, JUly 31, 2026 WRAP-UP NIGHT FOR A CHAMPION TRACK TEAM M embers of the Saugus Sachems Track Camp gathered at William L. MacNeil Memorial Track and Field last week (July 22) for a team photo and to savor the team’s success earlier this month at a track meet in Cranston, R.I. The team, coached by Chris Tarantino, finished first place among the 18 teams competing in the Sixth Annual CLCF Summer Showdown. Sixty-four young Saugus athletes – 42 boys and 22 girls, ranging in age from five to 18 – made the trip to Cranston, where the team brought back three big trophies. The boys team won first place, the girls team placed third and the team finished first overall. It was the team’s biggest and best showing during the five years they have competed in the Summer Showdown. (Saugus Advocate photos by Mark E. Vogler) Gerry D’Ambrosio Attorney-at-Law Is Your Estate in Order? Do you have an update Will, Health Care Proxy or Power of Attorney? If Not, Please Call for a Free Consultation. 14 Proctor Avenue, Revere (781) 284-5657 J& • Reliable Mowing Service • Spring & Fall Cleanups • Mulch & Edging • Sod or Seed Lawns • Shrub Planting & Trimming • Water & Sewer Repairs Joe Pierotti, Jr. Members of this year’s Saugus Sachems Track Camp displayed the medals they won after finishing first overall at a track meet in Cranston, R.I., earlier this month. S LANDSCAPE & MASONRY CO. Masonry - Asphalt • Brick or Block Steps • Brick or Block Walls • Concrete or Brick Paver Patios & Walkways • Brick Re-Pointing • Asphalt Paving www.JandSlandscape-masonry.com • Senior Discount • Free Estimates • Licensed & Insured 617-389-1490 A FAMILY NIGHT: Liz Venezia, a 2005 Saugus High School graduate, with her son, James, 7, and 10-year-old twin girls Marie and Claire. Designing and Constructing Ideas that are “Grounds for Success” Landscaping Charlie Tobies, 6, won a first-place medal in the Javelin event and a second place medal in the 400 meter run. Five-year-old Catherine Arinello was the youngest member of the team. She won a first-place medal in the Shot Put competition. Zaki Belkheira, 12, and his brother Elias, 16, enjoyed the competition.
THE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FriDAy, JUly 31, 2026 Page 7 A Number One Team Saugus Sachems Track Camp finishes first among 18 teams competing in a rhode island track meet By Mark E. Vogler S ix-year-old Charlie Tobies said she felt like she was part of something special this summer while learning how to hurdle, run and throw a javelin. “It was pretty good,” she said of her experience as a member of the Saugus Sachems Track Camp. “All I know is that I made new friends. I liked that I got to do my events and hang out with other people I didn’t know,” said Charlie, who will be in the first grade when school resumes in the fall. She will get to tell her new classmates what it was like to win a first-place medal in the javelin competition for kids her age or the second-place medal for the 400 meter run. Charlie was one of 45 kids – many of them displaying athletic medals and ribbons – who celebrated as champions last week at William L. MacNeil Memorial Track and Field. Saugus Sachems Track Camp finished in first place among the 18 teams competing in the Sixth Annual CLCF Summer Showdown in Cranston, R.I., on July 18. This year’s finish was the best one for the group, which had previously finished third (2025), second (2024), third (2023) and third (2022) during its five years at the track meet. “This group was unique in many ways,” said Coach Chris Tarantino, who has been organizing the track camp for 21 years. Despite a high turnover in participants, the camp had its biggest group of first-year participants, allowing a group of 64 young athletes to participate in the Cranston meet. “This was also the widest range of ages as having more high school kids than we’ve had in the past,” Tarantino said. “But what really separated this group of kids was that resiliency dealing with unprecedented heat waves rescheduling torrential downpour nights and right before heading down to Rhode Island dealing with the impacts of the Canadian fires but through it all they came together bonded support each other worked exceptionally hard and earned the desired results.” “Coach T.,” as he is affectionately known by people familiar with his track camp program, has a knack of involving parents, counselors and alumni as well as current Middle and High School track team members. Some of the older kids in the program assume coaching roles, passing on their knowledge to the younger athletes. Elias Belkheira, 16, who will be going into his junior year at the Pioneer Charter School, competed in three different events this summer: the high jump, long jump and triple jump. “I compete, but my main focus was to counsel the kids,” Elias said. “I mostly help out in the jumping. All of the kids interested in jumping come to me,” he said. Nathalie Bonhomme has been watching her daughter, Aubrey Viciere, 14, participate in the track camp for five years. “I watched her enjoyment for the kids she coaches when they cross the finish line,” observed Bonhomme. “She was more excited for them than herself. She took care of those kids like they were her own. She was a counselor to kids,” she said. Tarantino praised Aubrey’s leadership skills in working with younger kids. At last week’s get-together, several parents of first-time participants said they are impressed with how the track camp program helps their kids. Rosetta DiPrizio credited the program with having a positive influence on her 12-year-old son, Dante. “I think it helped him grow self-esteem and confidence,” DiPrizio said. “Coach T. and his coaches are phenomenal,” she said. Nicole Connor, another parent of a first-year participant in the track camp, called it a great experience for her 12-yearold son Matthew. “I thought it was a great program and very well-organized,” Connor said. “The coaches are very supportive and encouraging. And they’re good at meeting new parents,” she said. Annalisa Ferrara, 12, has been competing at the track camp for six years. She won first again in the hurdles for her age category. “I like that I’m really good, and it’s also a lot of fun,” she said. Her passion has affected her dad, Rob Ferrera, who has been coaching at the track camp for a couple of years. “When I was growing up, my father liked Little League coaching. He got me into it,” Ferrera said. “I try to use his tools in talking to the kids and trying to get them to do things that they don’t think they can do. It’s a lot of fun and I forget about work when I come here,” he said. Matthew Benoit, 12, and his three brothers – John, 13; James, 9 and Mark, 8 – participated again in this year’s track camp. “I learned a lot and got better in all of my events,” Matthew said. “And if anybody is interested in it, I would tell them it’s a lot of fun and you can do what you like to do. Even if you’re not fast, you can find an event that you can compete in,” he said. Tarantino’s 14-year-old daughter, Naomi, said she has been involved in the track camp for 13 years. “I think it’s a great opportunity to try new things and have a great opportunity to compete,” she said. Summer Track Camp Roster 2026 The following roster lists the student athletes who competed in this summer’s track camp, their age and the age category they competed in. It also lists the events they competed in and how they finished. Those with no listed events didn’t attend the meet. AJ Diciero 10/11: 100, 800 (8th), Javelin (3rd), Discus (4th). Aiden Montina 12: 80m Hurdles, 100m, Standing Long Jump (6th), High Jump. Amelia Clark 12: Hammer (1st), Discus (3rd), Shot Put (7th). Angel Gensel-Hrubes 7: 50m Hurdles, 100m, 200m, Javelin (7th). Annalisa Ferrara 12: 80m Hurdles (1st), 100m (8th, 200m (7th), Long Jump (7th). Ariana Colasanti 9: 80m Hurdles, Javelin (2nd), Shot Put (5th), Standing Triple Jump (6th). Aubrey Viciere 14: SMR 800m Relay (3rd), Discus (3rd), Shot Put (4th), High Jump. Avalynn Giacobbe 14: SMR 800m Relay (3rd). Brandon Szloch 10: 80m Hurdles (3rd), Standing Triple (1st), Javelin (2nd), 100m. Brayden Giacobbe 11/12: Hammer (3rd), Javelin, Long Jump. Brie Churchill 7/8 Brody Melon 9: 80m Hurdles (1st), Shot Put (4th), 100m (6th), 200m. Campbell Garrity 8: 50m Hurdles, 400m, Javelin (1st-Meet NUMBER ONE | SEE PAGE 10 Annalisa Ferrara, 12, displaying the first-place medal she won in the 80 meter hurdles, was joined by her proud dad, Rob Ferrera. Nathalie Bonhomme with her Brothers Jonathan and Matthew Bell were joined by their mom, Andrea Bell. 14-year-old daughter, Aubrey Viciere, who won third-place medals in the Discus and the Sprint Medley Relay Nicole Connor and her 12-yearold son, Matthew, who won four ribbons for the events he competed in. PROUD MOMS: Nicole Connor, Rosetta DiPrizio and Rosana Belkheira.
Page 8 THE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FriDAy, JUly 31, 2026 The Sounds of Saugus By Mark E. Vogler Good morning, Saugus Practically any area resident who watches a Boston television station or listens to the local news on the radio or reads The Saugus Advocate regularly, knows by now that a Saugus restaurant on Route 1 North served nine alcoholic drinks in the final hours of Cinco de Mayo (May 5) to a customer who went out and killed himself and state Trooper Kevin T. Trainor in a head-on wrongway collision on Route 1 North in Lynnfield. People who are following the story also know that 50-year-old Hernan Ramon Marrero of Roslindale was highly intoxicated when he drove away from the parking lot of Tribu Mexican Kitchen & Bar in his 2018 Jeep Wrangler early May 6. Tests show that his blood alcohol level was more than twice the legal limit. That Marrero was legally drunk and shouldn’t have been driving are indisputable facts. It’s also clear that this tragic incident has captivated the public outrage over the senseless death of a 30-year-old state trooper who was engaged to be married, who happened to be on his way home after responding to the report of a wrong-way driver. On Wednesday morning, shortly before press time, 150 people had let their emotions be known on The Advocate Newspapers Facebook Site. Close to 100 of our readers weighed in with comments to accompany their emojis, many of them calling for the restaurant – especially the bartender staff that served the drinks – to be held accountable for the crash that killed the young state trooper. I drive up and down Route 1 several times a week. And I know that I will always be thinking about this tragedy anytime I drive past the restaurant at 44 Broadway (Route 1 North). It will be hard not to think about the death of a state trooper responding to a wrong-way crash a short distance up the road in Lynnfield. It was surely a fatal crash that could have been avoided had Marrero gotten a cab that night instead of driving known family fun car show that occurs every year in the summer, put on by Saugus Police Officer Domenic Montano and his amazing team that wants to give back to their community. The Cars and Cops Car Show of Massachusetts first started in September of 2018 and grew yearly. What originally started as a 100-125 vehicle car show grew to 300-plus cars in 2021. This week’s “Shout Outs” We received no nominations A MEMORABLE NIGHT: Howie Conley and the Memorylaners, a popular local group that specializes in Oldies and Doo-Wops, wowed the crowd last week at the Saugus Iron Works National Historic Site during the free summer concert series. Please read this week’s “The Sounds of Saugus” for more details. (Courtesy photo of Laura Eisener.) away. Or, if the bar stopped serving him when it was obvious he had way too much to drink and was in no shape to drive home. Somebody who was around Marrero that night should have stopped him from driving away. A cab ride to a local motel would have been the right thing to do. It’s easy to look back now and say what “could have” or “should have” been done. Tribu, the restaurant where Marrero spent the final hours of his life, has already paid dearly for the tragedy through adverse publicity. Meanwhile, it also risks having its license suspended or worse. Hopefully, this tragedy is never forgotten and serves as a sobering reminder to the masses about the potential consequences of drunk driving and the responsibility that all of us share in making sure that family, relatives, friends and other people don’t get behind the wheel of a car when it’s obvious that they had too much to drink. Stay tuned. Election alert: Sept. 1 primary coming Town Clerk Ellen Schena and her staff have about four weeks to complete preparation for the upcoming Sept. 1 primary election. A major order of business is signing up enough election workers – both paid and volunteers. Every two years, there is a state election that involves a September primary. With school not being in session yet, it becomes more challenging for the Town Clerk to recruit civic-minded Saugus High School juniors and seniors. So a flyer began circulating headlined “CALLING ALL SAUGUS HIGH JUNIORS AND SENIORS,” with the hopes of attracting civic-minded teens who want to help the elections run smoothly this fall: the State Primary (Sept. 1) and the Nov. 3 State General Election. “Come work for Community Services to fulfill your high school hours OR you can be a Paid $$$$$$ Election Worker,” the flyer stated. For those Saugus juniors and seniors who are interested in being paid or volunteer election workers, here are the particulars: • 16 years old can work parttime shifts (6 to 8 hours) • 17 & 18 year olds can work full shifts (8 to 12 hours) • The Town Clerk’s Office can accommodate any hours for interested students. “Great to have on your College Applications/Resumes,” the flyer noted. Those who are interested should stop by Town Hall or contact the Town Clerk’s Office to apply to work. Ask for Jacey Ruisi, Saugus Election Coordinator, at 781-231-4102 for more details. A second flyer went out directed at adults who want to work the polls and earn some extra cash. The Town Clerk’s Office is looking to fill specific shifts: all day, or 6 a.m. to 2 p.m., 2 p.m. to 9 p.m. or swing shifts (accommodating hours). For those who are interested in applying for any of those paid positions, please contact the Town Clerk’s Office at 781-2314102 or 4013. Saugus United Parish Food Pantry The Saugus United Parish Food Pantry will be open today (Friday, July 31), from 9:30-11 a.m. at 50 Essex St. in the basement of Cliftondale Congregational Church. The food pantry welcomes all neighbors facing food insecurity on Friday mornings. Volunteers are also welcome. Please call the Food Pantry Office (781-233-2663) or go to the website (cliftondalecc. org) for details. Cars and Cops Show tomorrow The Seventh Annual Cars and Cops Car Show is set for tomorrow (Saturday, Aug. 1), from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. in the parking lot of the Saugus Middle-High School at 1 Pierce Memorial Drive. The rain date is Aug. 8. The Cars and Cops Car Show of Massachusetts is a widely from readers this week. So I will exercise my editorial prerogative to highlight the collective efforts of adult and youth volunteers involved in the various youth activities that are happening around town, especially athletic events. Countless adult volunteers are making contributions to the betterment of Saugus every day during the summer months. Hats off to those people. 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. Free Summer concerts series continues You know it’s truly summer in Saugus when the Wednesday night crowds start to gather at the Saugus Iron Works National Historic Site, where they sing, clap and dance to the music. It’s that time of year again. Another summer of free outdoor concerts over an eightweek period at the Iron Works began on July 1. This marks the fifth consecutive summer that the Saugus Public Library and the National Park Service are collaborating on a local outdoor event that seems to get more popular every year. The Saugus Cultural Council (a local arm of the Mass Cultural Council, a state THE SOUNDS | SEE PAGE 9
THE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FriDAy, JUly 31, 2026 Page 9 SOUNDS | FROM PAGE 8 agency) is also a key sponsor of the event. The concerts are free and open to the public. The concert series celebrates local musical talents in Essex County and creates opportunities for residents and visitors to engage with the park during evening hours. Shows begin at 6 p.m. each Wednesday in August. People can bring blankets and chairs, snacks, etc. Don’t forget to bring a friend, too, to enjoy a couple of hours of music outdoors. The events take place on the stage behind the museum building, and spectators can settle down on the upper lawn. It is suitable for all ages. Restrooms are available until nearly 8 p.m. when the concerts conclude. If weather looks bad for any particular Wednesday, concertgoers are urged to check the library website (www.sauguspubliclibrary. org), which will update for cancellations on that day. This year’s lineup features a combination of new bands and familiar faces. Concerts begin at 6 p.m. on the Big Lawn each Wednesday through August 19. This week’s scheduled headliner (July 29) was Ditto Band, which specializes in Acoustic American Rock. Here is the rest of the schedule for the summer concert series: • August 5: The Implications (Rock & Country). • August 12: Squeezebox Stompers (Cajun, Zydeco, Blues, Folk). • August 19: Coco Brown & The Invitation (Motown & Soul). Watch https://sauguspubliclibrary.org for weather updates and cancellations. Starlight Cinema Tuesday night Saugus Community Television invites residents of all ages to enjoy an evening of family fun under the stars at its annual Starlight Cinema Movie Night next Tuesday, Aug. 4. The original show date (July 28) was cancelled this week. This year’s featured film is the beloved family adventure “Jumanji” (1995), starring Robin Williams. The movie is about a magical board game that brings jungle dangers to life. The event will be held at Parcher Field, located next to the Kasabuski Rink behind Target. POP-UP PROGRAMS AT THE PARK: Left to right: Valentina Sierra and Gracie Wood plan more pop-up events for children on Thursdays at the Saugus Iron Works based on nature and colonial history topics. Please see this week’s “Saugus Gardens in the Summer” for more details. (Photo courtesy of Laura Eisener). Family activities begin at 5:30 p.m., and the movie will start promptly at 7:30 p.m. This year’s event will feature a large LED movie screen, allowing the film to begin before sunset while still providing an outstanding viewing experience for everyone in attendance. The earlier starting time makes it easier for families with young children to enjoy the evening and return home at a reasonable hour. Starlight Cinema is a free community event open to everyone. Complimentary popcorn will be provided, while supplies last, and guests are welcome to bring their own snacks and nonalcoholic beverages. A variety of food and dessert options from local food vendors will be available for purchase throughout the evening. Featured vendors: Tiffany’s Tasty Treats, offering gourmet brownies, cookies and gluten-free and sugar-free desserts; Bono Appetit, serving specialty sandwiches, including pulled pork grilled cheese and paninis; and Soc’s Ice Cream, featuring refreshing frozen treats for a summer evening. Beginning at 5:30 p.m., families can enjoy a variety of free activities: interactive games displayed on the LED screen, a festive photo booth featuring a giant popcorn-themed arch, giant Jenga and other family-friendly entertainment. Local businesses and community organizations will also be on hand with informational displays, giveaways and activities. Saugus Television will offer exclusive Starlight Cinema commemorative T-shirts for purchase. The shirts feature an original design created exclusively for the event by Saugus Television’s own John Prudent. Attendees will be able to select their preferred shirt size, and the shirts will be custom printed. Shirts will also be available during Saugus Founders Day for those who are unable to attend the movie night. Starlight Cinema is made possible through the generous support of the Saugus Cultural Council, Richard A. Kowalsky Insurance Agency, Inc., community partners, local businesses and sponsors. Saugus Television is currently seeking additional sponsors to help support this free community event. Businesses and organizations interested in sponsorship opportunities are encouraged to contact Saugus Television for more information. Volunteers are also needed to assist with event setup, activities and operations throughout the evening. Anyone interested in volunteering is encouraged to contact Maureen Whitcomb at Saugus Community Television. Building on the anticipated success of this year’s event, Saugus Television hopes to continue the Starlight Cinema series with a special Halloween-themed movie night later this year. “This is the first time Saugus is doing the movie,” said Whitcomb, the station’s administrative assistant. “Saugus TV wants to do a second one for Halloween, then wants to continue them next summer too. Similar to Wakefield and surrounding towns,” she said. Additional details will be anTHE SOUNDS | SEE PAGE 10
Page 10 THE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FriDAy, JUly 31, 2026 SOUNDS | FROM PAGE 9 nounced as plans are finalized. Continued community support through sponsorships and volunteers will help make future free family events possible. Residents are encouraged to bring lawn chairs, blankets and bug spray and to gather with family and friends for an evening of outdoor entertainment, community spirit and summertime fun. For more information about Starlight Cinema, sponsorship opportunities or volunteer opportunities, please contact Saugus Community Television. KOC Crafts fair Aug. 8 The Saugus Knights of Columbus No. 1829 will host a crafts fair on Saturday, Aug. 8, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at 57 Appleton St. in Saugus: baked goods, candles, handmade textiles, jewelry, wood carving and much more. Visitors can also enjoy making their own sundaes or enjoy popcorn, hot dogs, hot coffee, donuts and raffles. Summer Reading time at the library The 2026 Summer Reading Program at the Saugus Public Library is underway and will last through Friday, Aug. 21. Here’s a summary of the program: WHO: Kids Pre-K through 6th grade. WHAT: Kids read the books they love, log their reading and earn prizes! They’ll enjoy reading what they love, free programs, crafts and activities. WHY: Don’t lose those hardearned skills! Summer reading plays a vital role in helping reduce the “Summer Slide” – the learning loss experienced between school years – which can leave students significantly behind their peers. The Saugus Public Schools recommend THE SOUNDS | SEE PAGE 11 PROBATE COURT CLOSING STATEMENT A Closing Statement can be filed by the Personal Representative of an estate with a Massachusetts probate court by using Form MPC 850. This is done to formally close the estate. The Personal Representative is confirming that all debts, taxes and distributions to beneficiaries of the estate have been handled properly. This is pursuant to Massachusetts General Laws Chapter 193B, Section 3-1003. The Personal Representative is certifying to the court that the estate has been fully administered, including the payment of debts, income taxes, estate taxes and expenses, and that assets have been distributed to the rightful beneficiaries in the proper amounts and manner. Form MPC 850 is the mechanism for formally closing the estate. The Personal Representative must also provide notice and a full accounting to distributees, creditors or other claimants whose claims are unpaid or not barred by statute. The Personal Representative of the estate is certifying under the pains and penalties of perjury that the information is accurate to the best of his or her knowledge and is ensuring to the court that there is no court order or pending proceeding that would prevent the estate from being formally closed. The Personal Representative is also stating that the administration of the estate is not being formally supervised by the Probate Court. Once the Closing Statement is filed with the Probate Court, if there are no proceedings involving the Personal Representative within one year from the date of filing, the Closing Statement generally cannot be challenged, except for fraud or manifest error. A Closing Statement provides legal protection for the Personal Representative and assurance to the estate beneficiaries that the estate has been property settled. The Personal Representative is also stating that the creditor claim period for the estate has expired. Creditors have one year from the date of death to file a complaint with a court of law having proper jurisdiction in order to bring an action against the estate for a claim. MassHealth has to be notified of any probate proceeding via certified mail. If MassHealth has a claim for Medicaid benefits paid to the decedent during life, it will send a letter to the attorney representing the estate setting forth the balance of the unpaid claim. If the decedent was on MassHealth for heath insurance benefits while living at home, and was age 55 or older while receiving those benefits, MassHealth will seek to recover amounts paid against the decedent’s probate estate. This is another good reason to utilize Trusts as part of one’s estate plan. Joseph D. Cataldo is an estate planning/elder law attorney, Certified Public Accountant, Certified Financial Planner, AICPA Personal Financial Specialist and holds a masters degree in taxation. NUMBER ONE | FROM PAGE 7 Record), High Jump. Capri Giardullo 13/14: 100m, Javelin (4th), Shot Put (8th), Triple Jump. Catherine Arinello 5: 50m Hurdles (5th), Shot Put (1st), 100m (8th), 200m (5th). Charlie Tobies 6: 50m Hurdles (4th), 200m (4th), 400m (2nd), Javelin (1st-Meet Record). Charlie Winter 9: 80m Hurdles (7th), Hammer (2nd), Shot Put (3rd), Standing Triple Jump (4th). Chloe Oricone 12: 80m Hurdles (2nd), Long Jump (8th). Clare Venezia 10: 80m Hurdles, 800m (5th), Hammer (3rd), Standing Triple Jump (5th). Dante DiPrizio 12: Discus (2nd), Hammer (2nd), Shot Put (2nd), Javelin. Dennis Borges 7: 50m Hurdles (7th), 400m (6th), Long Jump (8th). Dominic Ochoa Roscoe 11: 100m, Long Jump, High Jump. Elias Belkheira 16/17: Triple Jump (5th), Long Jump, High Jump. Elizabeth Arinello 10: 80 m Hurdles, Hammer (4th), Shot Put (6th), Javelin. Elizabeth Silipigni 12/13: Hammer (4th), Triple Jump (4th), Discus (5th), Shot Put (7th). Enzo Liebl 9/10:80m Hurdles (4th), 400m, Standing Triple Jump (3rd), Shot Put (3rd). Exzadiel Tobies 12/13: 200m Hurdles (4th), 400m (6th), High Jump (2nd), Shot Put (4th). Irvin Martinez 10: 80m Hurdles, Standing Triple Jump (2nd), Javelin (7th), Hammer. Isaac Fuentes 12: 80m Hurdles, 200m, Discus (3rd), Long Jump. James Venezia 7: 50m Hurdles, 100m, Long Jump (7th), Javelin (8th). Janaya Hooks 7: 50m Hurdles (1st-Meet Record), Shot Put (3rd), Javelin (3rd), Long Jump (6th). JJ Benoit 10: Javelin (1stMeet Record), Hammer (1st), Shot Put (2nd), Standing Triple Jump (5th). John Benoit 12/13: Javelin (1st-Meet Record), Shot Put (2nd). Jonathan Bell 11/12: 400m (8th), Javelin (7th), High Jump. Jonathan Yilkal 15: 100m, Shot Put (3rd), Discus (4th). Liam Marcu 11/12: 80m Hurdles, Shot Put (3rd), Standing Triple Jump 8th, Long Jump. Luca Giardul lo 10/11: 100m, Standing Triple Jump (5th), Javelin, Long Jump. Lucca Borges 7: 50m Hurdles (2nd), 400m (7th), Long Jump (6th). Luiz Sena 12/13: 200m Hurdles (6th), Hammer (3rd), High Jump (3rd), Javelin. Luke Porrazzo 11: 800m (2nd), 1500m (2nd), Javelin (8th), Long Jump. Maggie Winter 12: 100m, Javelin (4th), Shot Put (5th), Long Jump (6th). Marie Venezia 10: 80m Hurdles, 400m, Hammer (1st), Javelin (3rd). Mark Benoit 8: 50m Hurdles (3rd). 400m (8th), Long Jump (1st), Shot Put (1st-Meet Record). Mark Haley 8: 50m Hurdles (5th), 200m, 800m (4th), Long Jump (2nd). Mary Zona 13/14: SMR 800m (3rd), Triple Jump (3rd), High Jump (4th), Shot Put (5th). Mason Porrazzo 5: 50m Hurdles 200m (8th), 400m (5th), Javelin (2nd). Matthew Bell 14/15: 800m (5th), 1500m (6th), Discus (6th), Long Jump (7th). Matthew Connor 12: 80m Hurdles (5th), 100m (6th), 1500 (5th), Standing Triple Jump (4th). Matthew Silipigni 12/13: 800m (8th), 1500, Long Jump, Shot Put. Matty Benoit 11/12: Hammer (1st), Shot Put (1st), Javelin (2nd), Standing Triple Jump (2nd). Naomi Tarantino 14: Discus (2nd), Hammer (3rd), Javelin (3rd), Shot Put (3rd). Nereida Gensel-Hrubes 10: 80m Hurdles (3rd), 400m, Standing Triple Jump (1st), High Jump (2nd). Nick Gomes 12/13: Hammer (2nd), Discus (4th), Javelin (7th), Shot Put (7th). Noah Ragucci 6/7: 50m Hurdles, Shot Put (4th), JavNUMBER ONE | SEE PAGE 11
THE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FriDAy, JUly 31, 2026 Page 11 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 Almonacid, Kevin Chew, John Demelo, Joacir Marchese, Gabriella Siri, Alberto Vargas Tercetti-Junior, Gilberto Velez, Natalia Conzalez, Malene E Tercetti, Juliana SOUNDS | FROM PAGE 10 kids read at least 20 minutes every day. We also recommend reading to your child, even as they become an independent reader. Talk about what you’ve read together. Help them find books they like – we can help with that. Make it a fun part of a daily routine they look forward to! PRIZES: Every reader wins prizes, and books to keep. We’ll also raffle vouchers for ice cream, pizza, roller skating, mini golf, bowling and much more. Grand prize drawings include tickets to Canobie Lake Park and Nova Adventure Park! HOW: Download the Beanstack App! • CREATE AN ACCOUNT: If this is your first time participating in one of the SPL’s reading challenges using Beanstack, here are step-by-step instructions [https://www.loom. com/share/0efe0cc7c0f64b96b3c0a38ade8b04f6] on how to create a Beanstack account. BUYER2 Mejia, Brenda Spell, Emily SELLER1 Mendoza, Rodrigo Girdler Nt SELLER2 Mendoza, Ruth Rubino, Michael H Beverly B Caporale T If you’ve used Beanstack before, simply register for our 2026 Summer Reading Challenge. • REGISTER FOR A CHALLENGE: This video [https:// www.loom.com/share/9cfd52f03a4c4444bc9ab86d94b51cea] will show you how to register for a reading challenge using the app. • LOG YOUR READING: This video [https://www.loom.com/ share/fda67bebf80e443faaad2529fa3ca486] will show you how to log your reading using the mobile app. • FROM A COMPUTER: If you prefer not to use the app, here’s a link to access the SPL’s 2026 Kids Summer Reading Challenge using a computer. Beanstack Link [https://sauguspubliclibrary.beanstack.com/reader365] • Or Register in Person: Stop by the library to register in person and use our paper reading log. • Download free e-books and e-audiobooks from the library! Can’t make it to the library? NUMBER ONE | FROM PAGE 10 elin, Long Jump. Olivia Clark 14/15: SMR 800m (3rd). Robbie Churchill 10 Sam Gomes 11: 80m Hurdles, Standing Triple Jump (3rd), Javelin (5th), Long Jump. Santino Diciero 8: 80m Hurdles (6th), 800m (3rd), Shot Put (2nd), Javelin (3rd). Stella Beaulieu 11/12: 800m (4th), 1500m (5th), Standing Triple Jump (1st), Shot Put (4th). Thinh Tran 11/12: Discus (1st), Standing Triple Jump (7th), Javelin, High Jump. Thomas LeBlanc 12/13: 200m Hurdles (3rd), High Jump (4th), Javelin (4th), Long Jump (8th). William Arinello 13: 800m (7th), 1500m (8th), High Jump (5th), Javelin (8th). A FINAL FAREWELL: Several members of the Saugus Garden Club came to see the beech tree shown in the background one last time last Thursday. From left to right are Nancy Sayles, Laura Eisener and Donna Manoogian. (Photo courtesy of Donna Manoogian) Xavier Mazariegos-Darnell 10: 80m Hurdles, Hammer (2nd), Standing Triple Jump (4th), Javelin. Yonathan Reta 14/15: 400m (8th), 800m (6th). Yunauris Tobies 15/16: 200m, 400m (6th). Trainor, Frances A Caporale, Beverly B ADDRESS 6 Lindsell St 55-57 Lincoln Ave Mcgratg Sean Patrick Est Mcgrath, Christopher J 804 Reynolds Dr #804 Mcneilly William J Est Murphy, Linda A Trainor, John F 9 Thomas St #C2 9 Carr Rd 49 Forest St William PMcDonoughT Mcdonough, William P 8-B Austin Ct #8B CITY Saugus Saugus Saugus Saugus Saugus Saugus Saugus DATE 07.08.26 07.10.26 07.08.26 07.08.26 07.06.26 07.10.26 07.10.26 PRICE 555000 950000 535000 425000 925000 1120000 257000 Our digital collections provide easy access to the books kids love, 24 hours a day seven days a week. Download free, fresh titles all summer using the hoopla and Libby apps! [https:// www.sauguspubliclibrary.org/ children/family] Veterans Day Bricks Program is Back The Saugus Veterans Council is pleased to reinstate the Brick Program! After our vendor retired last year (thank you, Del from Pavlok, for working with us over the years), we have found another engraver who will be taking our orders for Veterans Day! Proceeds from the brick sales are devoted to the upkeep of Saugus Veterans Park. If you are interested in purchasing a brick, a 4x8” is $100 (three lines) and an 8x8” (five lines) is $200. Please contact Corinne Riley (781231-7995) for an application or more information. All orders must be in no later than Sept. 10. Zaki Belkheira 12/13: 200m Hurdles (5th), Triple Jump (2nd), Long Jump, High Jump.
Page 12 THE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FriDAy, JUly 31, 2026 OBITUARIE Carolyn Hashem O f Saugus, Passed away peacefully on July 12, after a courageous battle with lung disease. She was 84. Born on December 4, 1941, in Lynn, Carolyn was the daughter of the late George and Frances (Cuthbert) Price. She was raised in Saugus, graduated from Saugus High School with the Class of 1959, earned her bachelor’s degree from the University of Massachusetts Amherst, and later received her master’s degree from Salem State College. Carolyn began her career as a mathematics teacher, teaching at both Saugus High and Junior High School. After several years in the classroom, she chose to leave teaching to devote herself to raising her children and supporting her family. She embraced her role as a homemaker with pride, creating a home fi lled with love, encouragement, and unwavering support. 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She was the person everyone could count on and the one who was always there with encouragement, wisdom, and steadfast support. Her love and the example she set will continue to live on through her children, grandchildren, and all who were fortunate enough to know her. f Saugus. Passed aw ay on July 23. He crossed over with the love of his family surrounding him at the Kaplan Family Hospice House in Danvers after a devastating illness. He was the beloved husband of Lynne (Ingersoll) Grasso with he shared 58 years of marriage. Born and raised in East Boston, he was the son of the late Michael and Antoinetta (Bavaro) Grasso. He served his country in Vietnam with the U.S. Army and was loyal American and member of the American Legion Post 210 in Saugus. For over 25 years he was an anonymous Secret Santa for the Revere Police Department’s Christmas toy drive. He truly loved doing this each year but with no fanfare or pictures of him. Just knowing he was making the children, and their mothers have a good Christmas was enough for him. He was a man to be admired for his integrity and kindness to all and if you knew him you were blessed. In his life he loved his family above all, besides his wife he is survived by his adored daughter Audrey Ayers and her husband Michael, he was the cherished “Nonno” to their children; Connor and Chloe all of Saugus. He leaves his sister Maryann Duff y and her husband Bill, brother-in-law Bill Ingersoll and his wife Sherry of Randolph, sister-in-law Vivian Ingersoll of Saugus. Missing him will be many nieces and nephews but especially his “Five Izzo ladies” and their families. His good friends at “59” will miss his kind nature and generosity to all. Mike was predeceased by his sister Theresea Young and her husband Dick; brothers in law Rick and Charlie Ingersoll. You were loved “Nonno” and we will never forget you. 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