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SAUGUS D Vol. 26, No.31 Your Local News & Sports Online. Scan Here! CATE D O T CAT -FREE- www.advocatenews.net Published Every Friday DISCOVERING “THE UNKNOWN” T E 781-233-4446 Friday, August 2, 2024 An ongoing challenge Saugus continues its struggle to hire and keep Planning & Economic Development Department staff By Mark E. Vogler he municipal budget passed by the Annual Town Meeting in May included $225,593 to pay two full-time professionals in the Department of Planning and Economic Development. But with one month gone in the 2025 Fiscal Year, the Economic Development Coordinator and Town Planner positions are vacant. The town’s former Director of Planning and Economic Development, Christopher Reilly, quit his job abruptly a month ago and shortly after took the planning director’s job in MidCHALLENGE | SEE PAGE 2 FEATHERED FRIENDS PERFORM A mother duck and her four ducklings stole the show for a few minutes during Wednesday night’s concert at the Saugus Iron Works National Historic Site as they walked beside the fence on the upper lawn. Please see inside for more photos and the story. (Photo courtesy of Laura Eisener) Are the remains of an “Unknown Soldier” buried in the Civil War Burial Plot at Riverside Cemetery? Saugonian Carol Nadeau said she doesn’t think so after acquiring an old newspaper photo that shows a military funeral and burial for a World War I casualty taking place in the area designated for the “unknown soldier.” First Sergeant Willard Frederick Swan, 20, shown above, was killed on Feb. 9, 1918, in an airplane crash at the aviation school of Camp Hicks, Fort Worth. Please see inside for more photos and this week’s “The Advocate Asks.” (Courtesy photo to The Saugus Advocate) Mid-grade Regular $3.87 3.21 73 64 Over 45 Years of Excellence! Full Service $2.99 Order online at angelosoil.com

Page 2 THE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FriDAy, AUGUST 2, 2024 CHALLENGE | FROM PAGE 1 dleton – a town one third the size of Saugus – for substantially less money. Reilly, who lasted close to four years, had filled a crucial Town Hall position that had been vacant for 33 months at the time of his hiring. Reilly had been working solo in the two-man department since August of 2021 when Senior Planner Alexander Mello left to take a position as planning director/ planner in the Town of Windham, N.H. Prior to Mello’s hiring, the two jobs had been vacant for 18 months. Town Manager Scott C. Crabtree told the Board of Selectmen at a recent goals and objectives session that filling both vacancies remains a top priority for him. “We have a lot of development and we don’t have the technical help here,” Crabtree said. “A lot of people are applying that don’t have the experience,” the town manager said. But Crabtree said he recently offered the job to two qualified candidates. In both cases, they accepted positions in other communities. Crabtree suggested that perhaps Saugus’ reputation of having tough politics could be a contributing factor to hiring and keeping good people in the Planning and Economic Development Department. “I think that people look at things going on,” Crabtree said. At least two of the three selectmen who responded to a Saugus Advocate email this week said they believe that a combination of local politics and social media may be discouraging qualified candidates from accepting a position in Saugus. “As discussed by the Town Manager during [July’s] Board of Selectmen update meeting, two separate candidates were recently offered a role in the Planning Department, but declined and accepted positions in other communities, Board of Selectmen Chair Debra Panetta said. “Unfortunately, when the town welcomes new employees there is usually a news story followed by negative social media posts that do not make an employee feel very welcome,” Panetta said. “My hope is we can work Lawrence A. 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He noted that the town manager has interviewed several potential candidates recently. “Unfortunately, the experience has been that once it comes down to their accepting our offer vs. one from another community they choose to go elsewhere,” Cicolini said. “Our compensation level is in line with other communities so what could be the other deciding factors? Safe to assume the toxic political atmosphere in Saugus and constant criticism from folks involved in our town on social media are not helping. People do their research before accepting a new position and social media plays a pivotal role in someone’s decision making process,” Cicolini said. “When they go on community pages and note the negativity and constant bashing, it doesn’t take much to make one think twice about coming here to work. As I stated before, we need to stop this negativity and unite as a community for the greater good of Saugus. I am not saying everyone will agree on everything, but there is a way to agree to disagree without getting personal or without being rude. I am hopeful our community can embrace coming together to make Saugus an attractive location for potential employees.” Selectman Riley recommends exit interview Selectman Corinne Riley stressed that the town manager is solely responsible for hiring the town’s employees. “I am confident that he focuses on vetting the most highly qualified people for these positions,” Riley said. “I am not sure if the town initiates exit interviews, but I think it would be helpful to address reoccurring reasons for those looking for employment elsewhere,” she said. “Hiring and retaining talented professionals is difficult and can be very expensive. Not doing so can be even more expensive in terms of missed opportunity and increased costs,” she said. Having good staff involved in planning and economic development is crucial to having a well-run town, according to Riley. “Planning and Economic Development are extremely important to any town. Regarding Planning, we need experienced professionals to help guide implementation of our Master Plan,” Riley said. “They would research options and present recommendations for our town’s critical needs like a West Side Fire Station, additional cemetery space, best uses for our vacant school properties, improve zoning, open space, recreational areas, and more,” she said. “Regarding Economic Development, we need professionals to improve the situation on Route 1. The days of relying strictly on retail to keep Route 1 vibrant are over, and we need professionals to guide the transformation from retail to other uses that have minimal impact on town resources, like a medical facility or professional space. We need Economic Development professionals to guide the revitalization of Cliftondale Square.” Ex-Planning and Economic Development Director talks In a brief telephone interview with The Saugus Advocate, Reilly said he agreed that town officials should be doing exit interviews. He noted that nobody on the Board of Selectmen reached out to him after he quit the job. Reilly said he “resigned effective immediately” because of job-related frustrations. He declined to elaborate. “I came to Saugus with a real good track record, but things didn’t work out for me,” Reilly said. “I got some things done, but it was extremely hard-fought. The fundamental question people should be asking is, ‘Why aren’t things working in Saugus?’ That’s what needs to be looked at,” Reilly said. Does Reilly have any advice to town officials on how to improve the situation? “Hang in there. You have some good tools in place. Wait for the opportunities, but don’t let them slip away,” he said. “I wish them the best and hope they figure it out,” he said. Reilly said working solo without a planner wasn’t the major obstacle he faced. “This isn’t about me. It’s about what happened to the planning function. They wanted things to change, but they weren’t prepared to make things happen,” he said. Town will use consultants to fill the void Debra Panetta said it is important to have “experienced and engaged Planning and Economic Development support for the town with an understanding of the needs and concerns of Saugus’ residents.” “The town uses outside consultant firms to assist in these services as the town works on filling open positions in the Planning Department. The Town Manager with the support of the Board of Selectmen, Finance Committee, and Town Meeting has allocated and expanded the funding resources and staffing levels within the Planning Department to help attract candidates and to ensure that the town’s best interests are protected,” she said. Cicolini called the Planning and Economic Development Department “a critical component of our town’s planned growth.” “The importance of filling CHALLENGE | SEE PAGE 8

THE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FriDAy, AUGUST 2, 2024 Page 3 ~The Advocate Asks~ Carol Nadeau says she knows who “the unknown” was who was buried in the Civil War plot at Riverside Cemetery Editor’s Note: For this week’s column, we sat down with Carol Nadeau, a Saugus native who recalled being troubled when she read an article in The Saugus Advocate that mentioned the possibility of an “unknown soldier” being buried in the Civil War Plot at Riverside Cemetery. Not long after reading the article, Nadeau bought an old press photo from eBay that depicted a military funeral of an aviator from Saugus who was killed in a training accident in Texas during World War I. Once she received the photo and inspected it closely, she discovered that the graveside services for Sergeant Willard Frederick Swan took place in the Civil War Plot, in the same location where space was reserved for the “unknown soldier.” That prompted Nadeau to embark on an intense research project to find out all she could about the aviator who grew up in Saugus whose remains were later moved to his family’s burial plot in Camden, Maine. Nadeau is the longtime secretary at St. Margaret’s Church in Saugus – since 1985. She grew up on Route 1 in the last house on Broadway near Felton Street. She is a 1964 graduate of Saugus High School. She got married out of High School to Ronald Nadeau, who is a 1962 Saugus High graduate. The Nadeaus have two sons: David, of Saugus, and Michael, of Amesbury. Michael’s son, Kyle, who lives in Amesbury, recently graduated from UMass Lowell with a master’s degree. Carol Nadeau loves to collect old postcards and photographs relating to Saugus. Highlight’s of this week’s interview follow. Nadeau contacted The Sautook his body back to Maine for family burial in the spring of 1918. I also found a two volume set of New England flyers which had a write up and full page picture of him. Sorry this is so long, but without your article, we would never know who the “unknown “ was. Since then, the unknown marker has been removed and another one put in its place. Thank you again for the article. Carol. Q: It really bothered you to read that there might be an ASKS | SEE PAGE 11 A CATALYST FOR RESEARCH: This press photo enabled Carol Nadeau to identify Willard Frederick Swan as a World War I aviator who received a military funeral and burial in the Civil War Plot in Riverside Cemetery. (Saugus Advocate photo by Mark E. Vogler) gus Advocate last week with the following email: My name is Carol Nadeau and I am the secretary of St. Margaret’s Church in Saugus. I have been meaning to get in touch with you to thank you for the article of a while ago that was in the Advocate about Gordon Shepard’s renovation of the Veterans graves here in Saugus. He has done a wonderful job and each section is stunning. During his interview he was asked about an unknown grave. I do not think anyone should be unknown and it bothered me to know that. I also collect Saugus “stuff” including Press Photos. I do a lot of searching on Ebay to find things of interest about Saugus. A month or so after your article appeared, I came across an Ebay auction with no picture, just a brief write up that it is a picture of a veteran being buried in RivAluminum Everett 10 Everett Ave., Everett 617-389-3839 “Same name, phone number & address for over half a century. We must be doing something right!” •Vinyl Siding •Carpentry Work •Decks •Free Estimates •Fully Licensed •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 erside. I bought the photo and when it arrived (it is stunning) when I turned it over I was shocked to read that it is Willard Swan’s burial. The more I looked at the picture, something was wrong with it. Apparently, Willard who is from World War 1 was buried in the Civil War section exactly where the marker for the unknown person stood. Williard wanted to be a flier. He would fly planes (Wilbur and Orville vintage) from Marblehead to the race track on the Saugus marsh. He enlisted when World War 1 broke out even though he wasn’t old enough to do that. Flight training took him to Texas where he died in a plane crash. Through Ancestry we found his death certificate. There was an inquest and the body was shipped to Saugus for burial. This happened in February 1918. His parents were from Maine and they Eastern Bank Building on Rte. 1S 605 Broadway, #301 * Saugus (781) 233-6844 www.bostonnorthdental.com Dr. Priti Amlani Dr. Bhavisha Patel * Restorative Dentistry * Cosmetic Dentistry * Implant Restoration * Zoom Whitening * Teeth in a Day - All on 6 * Invisalign * CEREC Crowns (Single Visit Crowns) * Root Canal Treatment * Sedation Dentistry ~ Full Mouth Rehabilitation ~ Before After Celebrating 66 Years in Business! Summer is Here!

Page 4 THE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FriDAy, AUGUST 2, 2024 Rep. Wong opposes gun reform compromise Calls legislation an ‘overreach’ that will negatively impact licensed gun owners B OSTON – State Representative Donald Wong (R-Saugus) recently opposed a House-Senate conference committee report to reform the state’s gun laws, calling it an “overreach” and “a solution in search of a problem” that will negatively impact the Second Amendment rights of lawful gun owners and will do nothing to reduce crime in Massachusetts. House Bill 4885, An Act modernizing firearms laws, was released on July 17 following four months of negotiations by a six-member legislative conference committee that worked out the differences between the initial House version of the bill that was engrossed on October 18 and the Senate version that passed on February 1. The conference committee report was acceptGerry D’Ambrosio Attorney-at-Law Is Your Estate in Order? 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He also supports the bill’s provisions strengthening the penalties for using a firearm while intoxicated and for intentionally or recklessly discharging a firearm that strikes a residential dwelling or other building but said many of his concerns about the bill still remain. Representative Wong raised questions about how the initial gun reform bill came before the House last October, when it bypassed the traditional legislative committee process and was attached to a supplemental spending bill by the House Ways and Means Committee, where it was reported out “in part” with only the gun bill language included. He also cited the absence of a fiscal note detailing how much the bill would cost, along with the restrictions it would have imposed on law enforcement officers that threatened to compromise their ability to perform their job. The original House gun bill drew unanimous opposition from the Massachusetts Chiefs of Police Association (MCOPA), as well as the Gun Owners Action League (GOAL). At the time, one of the biggest concerns raised by the MCOPA was the bill’s “prohibited areas” provision – which was included in response to the Supreme Court’s 2022 ruling in New York State Rifle & Pistol Association v. Bruen – contained no comprehensive carve-outs for off-duty and retired police officers. According to Representative Wong, House Bill 4885 addresses these concerns by creating an exemption to the “prohibited areas” provision – which bans the carrying of all firearms in government buildings, polling places, and schools – so it will not apply to current and retired Law S LANDSCAPE & MASONRY CO. 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Everytown for Gun Safety also reports that Massachusetts has “one of the lowest rate(s) of gun deaths” with a gun violence rate of 3.7 deaths per 100,000 residents, compared to a national average of 14.2. According to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, Massachusetts’ rate is the second lowest in the nation, behind only Rhode Island, which has a gun violence rate of 3.1 deaths per 100,000 residents. Representative Wong also noted the vast majority of gun-related crimes are committed with illegal weapons, not with legally owned firearms. He said the conference committee bill wrongly targets law-abiding citizens when it should instead be focused on punishing those who break the law. Governor Healey now has 10 days to act on House Bill 4885. Representative Wong supports passage of $58.1 billion state budget for Fiscal Year 2025 B OSTON – State Representative Donald H. 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THE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FriDAy, AUGUST 2, 2024 Page 7 ~ The Old Sachem ~ King William’s War By Bill Stewart L ast week, I wrote about King Philip’s War in which the Massachusetts Bay Colony along with their partners, Narragansett Indians, fought against the Wampanoag and their compatriots. This week, we look at the second war of the colonies – named King William’s War. From 1620 on, colonists and Indians did not get along well, and frequent raids were brought by both sides, culminating in loss of life by both sides. England and France went to war and carried the Atlantic colonies along with the war in Europe. That meant that the English colony, Massachusetts Bay Colony, battled the French outposts to the north as both sides wanted plenty of land in the Americas. In Europe the war was known as the Nine Years War (1688 to 1697). The French territories were known as New France and their followers included the Wampanoag Indians. The English along with the colonists wanted to erase the French forces from their northern areas, including Acadia along the Kennebec River in southern Maine. The “Peace of Ryswick” that ended the European battles in 1697 had little to do with the Americas, so that outposts of New France, New England and New York remained unchanged in their areas of infl uence. The English were of the opinion that the treaties and agreements ending King Philip’s War were not being adhered to and the Indians of the area, principally the Wampanoag, were pushed by the French to carry on their battles with the colonies. The campaign started on August 13, 1689, when Baron de St. Castin forces attacked New Dartmouth, now Newcastle, and killed a few settlers. A few days later they killed two people in Yarmouth, then in Kennebunk they killed two families. Meanwhile, in England, King William III and Mary II replaced James II as rulers in England. When the news reached the colonists, an uprising against the English by a mob in Boston overthrew the English Governor, Sir Edmund Andros. St. Castin and his forces raided Dover, New Hampshire, and nearby locales. Major Benjamin Church led a force of 250 patriots to defend a group of settlers in Falmouth against the Wabanaki confederacy. The Indian forces killed 21 of Church’s forces, but Church successfully forced the Indians to retreat. In the winter of 1690, Count Frontenac, of New France, began attacking English settlements in New Hampshire and Maine. The raid on Salmon Falls in New Hampshire killed 34 colonists and another in Falmouth, Maine, killed 200. Sir William Phips led English forces of 2,200 troops in an assault on Quebec and Fitz-John Winthrop led a force against Montreal – both failed. Eventually a peace treaty was signed in 1694, but St. Castin led a naval battle in the Bay of Fundy, later attacking Haverhill in Massachusetts. On October 30, 1697, the war ended with the Treaty of Ryswick. The borders of New France, New England and New York remained unchanged, but claims of some of the disputed territories were unresolved , which later led to Queen Anne’s War in 1702. (Editor’s Note: Bill Stewart, who is better known to Saugus Advocate readers as “The Old Sachem,” writes a week“The Old Sachem,” Bill Stewart. (Courtesy photo to The Saugus Advocate by Joanie Allbee) ly column – sometimes about sports. He also opines on current or historical events or famous people.) RON’S OIL Call For PRICE MELROSE, MA 02176 NEW CUSTOMER’S WELCOME ACCEPTING VISA, MASTERCARD & DISCOVER (781) 397-1930 OR (781) 662-8884 100 GALLON MINIMUM Tony Bartolo, Owner Email: Tonys9942@aol.com

Page 8 THE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FriDAy, AUGUST 2, 2024 Body discovered in Walden Pond tentatively identifi ed as missing Lynn boy RESCUE CREWS RESPOND: Firefi ghting crews from Lynnfi eld and Saugus arrived at the scene soon after reports of a body in the water at Walden Pond. But the rescue mission soon turned into a recovery eff ort. Investigators believe the body recovered was 17-year-old Brian Lopez of Lynn. (Courtesy Photo of Mike Layhe) Advocate staff report T he Saugus Police Depa r tment was informed of the presence of a body by some young men who were seeking to go fishing in Walden Pond near the Saugus-Lynnfield line. Investigators believe the body recovered from Walden Pond on Tuesday (July 30) is Brian Lopez, 17, of Lynn, who had been reported missing since last Friday. “It is our duty to report that, based on clothing and other physical accessories, we believe the deceased person found in Walden Pond today was Brian Lopez,” EsTHE RECOVERY: Members of the state Medical Examiner’s Offi ce and emergency responders transport a body discovered on Tuesday in Walden Pond near the Lynnfi eld/Saugus town line. (Courtesy Photo of Mike Layhe) sex County District Attorney Paul Tucker said in a press release issued by his office. “We have been in touch with the Lopez family and let them know this sad news.” The Massachusetts Office of the Chief Medical Examiner will make the final determination as to cause of death and whether the body found was indeed that of Lopez. The search for Lopez, which began on Sunday morning, had focused on the Lynn Woods Reservation, which is known to be one of his favorite spots. At this time, investigators do not believe anyone else was involved in the death and there is no indication of danger to the general public. Lopez attended Lynn Classical High School. “We would like to thank the Massachusetts State Police, Lynn Fire Department, Massachusetts Environmental Police, the Essex CounCHALLENGE | FROM PAGE 2 these positions is evidenced by the resources committed to each of the positions from both a budgetary and recruiting perspective,” he said. Selectmen Michael Serino and Anthony Cogliano declined to comment on the situation in the Planning and Economic Development Department or recommend what the town could do to improve the situation. Planning Board Member Robert Long, who is also a Precinct 4 Town Meeting member and a longtime participant in Saugus local government, suggested that the town manager consider enlisting help from a small group of local offi cials during the interview and screening process. “It’s the manager’s task to fi nd somebody,” Long said. “But I think he might consider bringing in some people – such as a couple of selectmen and a couple of Planning Board members – to meet the candidates. If we have some people ty District Attorney’s Office, numerous volunteers, and many members of the Lynn Police Department for their assistance during this investigation,” said Lynn Police Chief Christopher Reddy. “We offer our sincere condolences and support to the family and friends of Brian Lopez during this difficult time.” “No parent should have to endure the pain of losing a child,” Tucker concluded. “This was not the search conclusion anyone wanted, and our hearts are with the Lopez family.” who are being interviewed, bring in a few people who have been there for a while to explain what our needs are and what our expectations are for the town,” he said. Long also expressed concerns that the manager could be in a situation “where he’s being undercut by people with other motives.” “Unfortunately, some people have a negative impression of Saugus and I don’t think they should,” Long said. Whatever the town manager decides to do, he should consider help if he needs it because the positions need to be filled, according to Long. “Issues are becoming cumbersome and more diffi cult to deal with and if you keep having this turnover, you lose the continuity of the offi ce [Planning and Economic Development] and the offi ce loses the ability to see what the community wants to be,” Long said. “And that knowledge is priceless. We need to have people to come in and stay a while and get comfortable.”

THE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FriDAy, AUGUST 2, 2024 Page 9 “The exciting times continue for Saugus!” Town offi cials optimistic as work crews break ground on Anna Parker Playground improvement Project (Editor’s Note: This article was submitted by Mike Gaff ney, Media Website Content Manager for the Town of Saugus.) W ork is already underway on a project that will bring enhanced recreational facilities to Anna Parker Playground – including six pickleball courts and a street hockey rink. This week an excavator ripped up asphalt from the existing hard courts to clear space for the pickleball courts and street hockey surface. The pickleball/street hockey facilities will be constructed on the footprint of the demolished hard courts. The street hockey rink will measure 120 feet long by 60 feet wide and feature a slick dasher board system. The design calls for dedicated player benches and the construction of bleachers with a canopy cover that will allow for comfortable viewing in the shade and unobstructed sightlines to games. Pickleball courts will be regulation size and include separator fences in order to limit ball interference between courts. The project will feature additional improvements at Anna Parker Playground, such as: • Installation of LED lights to evenly illuminate the pickleball courts and street hockey rink without impacting the surrounding community • Creation of a bigger picnic area that features tables and benches for the community to enjoy • Planting of shade trees The Board of Selectmen and THE WORK BEGINS: Town Manager Scott C. Crabtree and Selectman Corinne Riley, Board of Selectmen Chair Debra Panetta with the ceremonial shovel and Selectmen Jeff Cicolini, Mike Serino and Anthony Cogliano gather at Anna Parker Playground to celebrate the start of Anna Parker Playground improvements. (Courtesy photo to The Saugus Advocate) Town Manager Scott Crabtree gathered for a brief groundbreaking ceremony on July 30 to celebrate the exciting start of the improvements planned at Anna Parker Playground. “I am delighted that Saugus continues with our commitment to upgrade parks and playgrounds,” said Board of Selectmen Chair Debra Panetta. “Anna Parker has needed upgrades for some time, so adding street hockey and pickleball will ensure enhanced use of this park. Pickleball is one of the fastest growing sports in our country, so it is exciting that Saugus residents will have these courts in town. We will also be building an improved picnic area with tables, benches, and shade trees. This The Future Starts With Savings. SECURE YOUR TOMORROW WITH OUR 18-MONTH CD. *Annual Percentage Yield (APY) is accurate of the date posted and is subject to change without notice. APY assumes the interest remains on deposit until maturity. A penalty may be imposed for early withdrawal. Offer may be withdrawn at any time. A minimum of $500 is required to open a Certificate of Deposit and earn the advertised APY. Member FDIC | Member DIF will be a tremendous facility for all ages. Thank you to our Town Manager and everyone involved with this project.” “The exciting times continue for Saugus!” said Board of Selectmen Vice Chair Jeff Cicolini. “In a time where many communities are scaling back and proposing budget cuts, Saugus is still able to continue investing in our infrastructure and making improvements to our open spaces and recreational areas. This is possible because of our administration’s commitment to sound fi - nancial policies and conservative budgeting and forecasting. These improvements to Anna Parker are much needed and the calls for pickleball and street hockey have been heard loud and clear. These investments continue to enhance the quality of life in our community to all residents young and senior.” “This is another great example of the town investing in improvements to our parks and playgrounds that will benefit the people of Saugus,” said Selectman Michael Serino. “Pickleball is the hottest game out there today, so hats off to the Town Manager for getting this started here in Saugus,” said Selectman Anthony Cogliano. “The street hockey court is also another major step in the right direction. Our hockey program was once the pride of Saugus, perhaps this addition, along with the energy of new Saugus High School Athletic Director Matt Serino, will spur interest once again in this great sport.” “I’m excited to see the project beginning at Anna Parker,” said Selectman Corinne Riley. “It will be a great asset to all residents to be able to use the pickleball courts, as well as the street hockey area or just to visit the park to watch or enjoy the open space. I hope to see many people use this newly constructed area which will defi nitely bring the community together. Thank you to the Town Manager and everyone involved who will be working on this project, which I’m sure will be a welcomed addition to Saugus by people of all ages.” 18-Month CD 5.0% APY* There’s Every Bank, Then There’s

Page 10 THE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FriDAy, AUGUST 2, 2024 Music at the Iron Works The sounds of Motown and reggae and a sideshow featuring ducklings and barn swallows entertain the crowd By Laura Eisener S weet Soul Sounds brought a lot of Motown and a bit of Reggae to Saugus Iron Works on the final evening of July. The songs were clearly favorites of the audience, as people frequently sang along, and several couldn’t resist dancing. “Mustang Sally” had a few people dancing under the pine tree and another group dancing near the sugar maples. The tunes ranged from “Ain’t No Mountain High Enough” – written in 1966 – to “Shallow” made famous by Lady Gaga and Bradley Cooper just a few years ago. The crowd was clearly delighted to hear Aretha Franklin’s “Respect” and Bob Marley’s iconic song “Three Little Birds,” which assures us “every little thing gonna be all right.” The rough count made by the park rangers showed about 170 people attended. The show was briefly stolen by a mother duck and her Sweet Soul Sounds brought Motown to Saugus at the Iron Works on Wednesday night. (Photo courtesy of Laura Eisener) John Prudent filmed the concert for Saugus Cable TV. (Photo courtesy of Laura Eisener) The barn swallows put on an aerial performance during the concert. (Photo courtesy of Laura Eisener) four fluffy ducklings, who waddled along the fence on the upper lawn as they made their way to the river. Above the crowd, flocks of barn swallows swooped as they kept the area free of mosquitoes. A few dragonflies also made the rounds of the lawn, undeterred by Concert of the Week Husband and wife folk team Atwater~Donnelly perform at Saugus iron Works on Wednesday night A twater~Donnelly, an American folk music group from Rhode Island consisting of the married musicians Aubrey Atwater and Elwood Donnelly, will perform next Wednesday (Aug. 7) at 6 p.m. in a free concert at the Saugus Iron Works National Historic Site. The highly acclaimed husband-wife duo will present delightful programs of traditional American and Celtic folk songs, a cappella pieces, old-time gospel songs, dance tunes and original works. Elwood and Aubrey blend gorgeous and unusual harmonies and play guitar, Appalachian mountain dulcimer, mandolin, tin whistle, harmonica, banjo, bones, spoons, limberjacks and offer surprises, including Appalachian clog dancing and French-Canadian footwork. Their performance is appealing to all ages, and with humor, audience participation and a relaxed stage presence, Aubrey and Elwood explain song origins to create a deeper understanding of the music and its cultural history. And, because they have such an extensive repertoire, special programs and workshops can be tailored for festivals, schools, colleges, libraries, women’s history, plays and holidays. Aubrey and Elwood met as volunteers at the Stone Soup Coffeehouse in Providence in early 1987. Within just a few months, these selftaught musicians from Rhode Island formed a duo. Married since 1989, Aubrey and Elwood perform throughout the United States and, on occasion, abroad. Their 14 recordings receive international airplay. Highlights include airplay on National Public Radio’s “All Things Considered,” Fiona Ritchie’s “Thistle and Shamrock” and the nationally syndicated “Midnight Special” out of Chicago. Atwater~Donnelly have performed and researched traditional folk music and dance in Appalachia, the Ozarks, New England and other places in the United States, as well as Ireland, England and Prince Edward Island. They have perthe crowd. The rain held off, and the final song, “ Thank You (Falettinme Be Mice Elf Agin)” – originally performed by Sly and the Family Stone – had Gene Decareau up and dancing before everyone headed home for the evening. WEDNESDAY NIGHT CONCERT: Atwater~Donnelly will perform from 6 to 8 p.m. at the Saugus Iron Works National Historic Site (Courtesy photo to The Saugus Advocate) formed with or shared festival billing with folk legends Jean Ritchie, Pete Seeger and Doc Watson. That’s four down and four more Wednesday nights to go in the program cosponsored by the Saugus Public Library and the Saugus Iron Works. The concerts at the Iron Works were organized by Saugus Public Library and will continue each Wednesday evening through the summer from 6 to 8 p.m. Here’s the remaining performances of the 2024 lineup: August 7: Atwater~Donnelly (Traditional American & Celtic Folk & Dance). August 14: Ditto (Folk & Rock: 60s and 70s). August 21: Headlands (Folk, Country, Americana Pop). August 28: JumpStreet (Rock, R&B, Blues & Jazz). The concert series celebrates musical talents and creates opportunities for residents and visitors to engage with the Saugus Iron Works National Historic Site during evening hours. There will be a free concert at the park every Wednesday at 6 p.m. through August 28, weather permitting. The concerts will be held on the upper lawn located at 244 Central St. in Saugus. Bring your own chair or blanket and enjoy live music at the Iron Works.

THE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FriDAy, AUGUST 2, 2024 Page 11 Read, Renew, Repeat! Saugus Public Library launches its Kids 2024 Summer reading Program (Editor’s Note: This info is from a press release recently issued by the Saugus Public Library.) H ey, Saugus parents of school-age children! If you’re looking for fun, educational activities, and summer programming to support your kids’ learning, stop by the Saugus Public Library. This summer, the Library presents “Read, Renew, Repeat!” – the 2024 Summer Reading program. Activities include literacy support, storytimes, discounted museum passes, Massachusetts park passes and take & make crafts. Families are encouraged to register their kids for the conservation-themed program using the Beanstack app. It’s easy – just download the Beanstack app, register under the Saugus Public Library and you’re on your way. For more information, or to register in person, stop by the Children’s Room at the library or visit the Kids’ Summer Reading page on our website. ASKS | FROM PAGE 3 “unknown soldier” buried in the Civil War plot. A: Yes. I hate anything “unknown.” I don’t think veterans should be “unknown.” I was so upset that I couldn’t fi nd out anything. This really bugged the hell out of me – that this couldn’t be solved. There was no record to be found in Saugus. If it weren’t for the photo showing up, I would still be sitting here wondering. How can you bury somebody and not know who it is? It just boggled my mind. Q: So when you went online and went shopping for the photo, you weren’t trying to solve this? A: No. I call it dumb luck. When the photo showed up, everything fell into place. I like to collect Saugus photos. I was on eBay and there was an auction for an old press photo. All it said was it was a veteran’s burial at Riverside. And it mentioned the name of the man being buried. I bought the picture about a year and a half ago, after the article had appeared in The Advocate. Q: Okay, so what happened next? A: When I received the photo, I thought something was wrong. Here’s a World War I aviator and he was buried in the Civil War section of the The program is open to preschoolers through sixth-graders. We’ll have their favorite titles, plus free e-books, audio books, comics, magazines and music you can download using the hoopla and Libby digital collections. Did we mention prizes? We’ve once again partnered with local businesses to reward summer reading. Many thanks to those businesses who have generously donated! We’ll have a full prize cart plus free books to give away. In addition, we’ll run drawings for ice cream, donuts, cookies, pizza, roller skating, bowling, mini golf, sports merch and grand prize drawings for tickets to Canobie Lake Park and North Shore Music Theatre’s production of “Disney’s Beauty and the Beast” – and more! In addition, there will be special visits by Wildlife Encounters, Vinny the Bubble Guy, the Saugus Fire & Police Departments, Star Wars characters and Toe Jam Puppet Band – and bubble, magic and puppet shows. Check out the Library’s online event calendar for up-to-date information. The Saugus Public Schools recommend 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. Turn off the media before bedtime, sit with a child, share a book or read alongside them. Ask them questions, but above all, make it fun! Research shows that children who read during the summer months maintain literacy skills that they’ve worked hard to build during the school year. According to Reading Rockets.org, research with 116 first-, second- and third-graders in a school in a middle-class neighborhood found that the decoding skills of nearly 45% of the participants and the fl uency of 25% declined between May and September. So, stay smart! Have fun! Stop by the library to register for summer reading, or to fi nd a just-right book for your child. It’s all free, all summer at the Saugus Public Library! This monument that names the 26 Saugonians who served in the Civil War and who are also buried in the Civil War Plot at Riverside Cemetery includes an “unknown soldier.” (Saugus Advocate photo by Mark E. Vogler) cemetery. I could recognize it was the Civil War Plot. I could see the cannonballs and I could see the words “Our fallen” on the steps. Q: Isn’t it odd that they would be having the funeral right in the Civil War Plot? A: It wasn’t their fault. They didn’t know. They put him where “the fallen heroes” were. He was going to be buried in Saugus. It was winter. They had to put him somewhere. Really, I can understand why he was put there. They didn’t have much choice. The people come from Texas with the body and they see “Our Fallen Heroes” inscribed on the steps. What more do you need? Q: And then you embarked on a lot of research to fi nd out about Willard Swan. A: Yes. I love history. That was my favorite subject in school, and I happen to collect Saugus stuff . I got albums of old postcards. Q: How much time did you spend on your research? How many hours? A: Too much time. Off and on, I would go online to fi nd out who Willard Swan was. I can be like a dog with a bone – persistent – I just couldn’t let it go. Q: So, what are some of the things you learned from your research? A: He wasn’t old enough to be drafted. He enlisted. Willard grew up in Cliftondale. In the center of the Civil War Plot at Riverside Cemetery is a marker with the inscription “Erected to the unknown dead.” (Saugus Advocate photo by Mark E. Vogler) He grew up on Western Avenue. His name is on two monuments – one in front of Town Hall – and his name is also on a stone in the rotary at Cliftondale Square. He’s one of 300 men from Saugus to serve during World War I, and he was the fi rst person from Saugus to die during World War I. Q: What else did you learn about Willard? A: He attended public schools in Saugus and at the Hawley School of Electrical Engineering. He worked at the Burgess Company in Marblehead as a foreman of mechanics at the fl ying squad. He left the company to enter the U.S. Aviation Branch of the Army. Q: But Willard Swan is no longer buried at the Riverside Cemetery in Saugus. ASKS | SEE PAGE 17

Page 12 THE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FriDAy, AUGUST 2, 2024 Saugus Gardens in the Summer Here’s what’s blooming in town this week to make your walks more enjoyable By Laura Eisener T here were not many butterflies in town earlier this summer, but as we head into August quite a few different kinds are making the rounds of our gardens. Monarchs are in the area, as well as the showy eastern tiger swallowtails (Papilio glaucus) like the one seen on ‘Jeana’ summer phlox (Phlox paniculata ‘Jeana’) in the photo above. Cucumbers (Cucumis sativa) and bell peppers (Capsicum annuum) have been doing very well at the community garden at St. John’s these past few weeks. There has been a big harvest of cucumbers, partly because there are more plants in the garden than in previous years. They make a great addition to salads, not to mention gazpacho (a cold soup originating in Spain often made from tomatoes, cucumber and other ingredients) and tzatziki (a sauce based on cucumbers, garlic and yogurt, which came from Greece or Turkey originally)! While all true cucumbers belong to the same species, many different varieties have been bred around the world. Japanese cucumbers are much longer than what we usually find in markets here and can grow up to two feet long. Most of us are familiar with slicing cucumbers, which are usually varieties with thin dark Arabella clematis is flowering in Sandy Mears’ garden in Cliftondale. (Photo courtesy of Sandy Mears) green skin that grow to about six to 10 inches in length. They can grow on vines or shorter, self-supporting stems depending on variety, and the fruits are frequently sliced and eaten raw. Most people are also familiar with gherkins and other pickling cucumbers, which may have thicker stems, sometimes spiky, and may be harvested when small or when they large and sliced, depending on the kind of pickles you plan to make with them. Several of the pepper plants are the variety ‘Great Stuff,’ which turn out to be extra-long, and it eventually (!) occurred to me that the name is a pun, since the length An eastern tiger swallowtail finds abundant nectar on summer phlox blossoms. (Photo courtesy of Laura Eisener) An abundance of flowers bloom at the Primera Iglesia Bautista de Boston/Pilgrims Church of Boston on Main Street in Saugus. (Photo courtesy of Laura Eisener) and size of these sweet peppers make them ideal for stuffing. Garden club member Sandy Mears has some nice flowers blooming this summer in her Cliftondale garden, including an ‘Arabella’ Clematis and some beautiful coneflowers. The genus clematis has both climbing and non-climbing species, but the best known varieties are vines that climb via tendrils on the leaf stalks. Many varieties bloom once in early summer and may rebloom later in the season. Sandy Mears’ ‘Arabella’ clematis, now in its third year, Sandy Mears’ coneflowers are blooming in several shades of pink. (Photo courtesy of Sandy Mears) is growing on a metal trellis. ‘Arabella’ starts out deep violet blue and changes to a lighter blue as the blossoms continue, which gives it interest throughout the bloom period. Clematis hybrids are available in a range of colors, including red, pink, purple and white. Like Lenten roses and many other species in the buttercup family, the A basketful of cucumbers and peppers was harvested from the community garden at St. John’s for the food pantry. (Photo courtesy of Laura Eisener) most colorful flower parts are sepals. ‘Arabella’ has six sepals, while some varieties, like the dark purple ‘Jackmanii’ clematis, have only four. Coneflowers (Echinacea purpurea and hybrids) are among the most popular native perennials. In recent years, new hybrids have been introduced that extend the range of available flower colors. The petals of these composite flowers can be pink, purple, white, yellow, orange and red with many shades in between. They typically bloom several times throughout the summer. The two coneflowers in Sandy Mears’ picture above are different shades of pink that go very well together. Coneflowers attract many pollinators and later in the season, as the seeds develop in the center of the flower head, they provide food for birds and other wildlife. Diagonally across from Saugus Historical Society building on Main Street, the Primera Iglesia Bautista de Boston/Pilgrims Church of Boston have a beautiful little garden under their sign with a combination of perennials like reblooming ‘Happy Returns’ daylily (Hemerocallis ‘Happy Returns’) and a colorful arrangement of annuals: petunias in multiple colors, colorful leaved coleus (Coleus scutellarioides, formerly known as Plectranthus scutellarioides), ornamental sage (Salvia spp.) and common lantana (Lantana camara). Editor’s Note: Laura Eisener is a landscape design consultant who helps homeowners with landscape design, plant selection and placement of trees and shrubs, as well as perennials. She is a member of the Saugus Garden Club and offered to write a series of articles about “what’s blooming in town” shortly after the outbreak of the COVID-19 pandemic. She was inspired after seeing so many people taking up walking.

THE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FriDAy, AUGUST 2, 2024 Page 13 The Sounds of Saugus By Mark E. Vogler Good morning, Saugus It was quite a surprise when I walked into the Town Manager’s Office on Monday and ran into Mike Gaffney. He was the heart and soul of the once-proud Saugus Advertiser, where he worked covering Saugus for 18 years as the paper’s editor and as a reporter, before he left in the fall in 2022 to take the job as Community Engagement and Communications Coordinator for Gloucester Public Schools. Sure, Mike was definitely my chief competitor while he was working as the Advertiser’s editor. But I didn’t really look at him like I’ve looked at most competitors in my 50-yearplus career. He was a nice guy and a class act and did his job well in covering the town he loved – and still loves. A gentleman who I always enjoyed talking with during intermissions at Saugus Board of Selectmen’s meetings and Town Meeting. Actually, I would have preferred to see him remain as Advertiser editor. There was more than enough news for the both of us to cover in Saugus. He was a credit to the journalism profession, concentrating his efforts to providing a solid community weekly newspaper in the best tradition of New England newspapering. Well, Michael is back in town, having accepted the position of Media Website Content Manager for the Town of Saugus. Town Manager Scott C. Crabtree created the position primarily to improve the town’s website and public information/communications. He will no doubt be a welcome addition down at Town Hall, providing the kind of useful information that citizens have been craving and selectmen have been seeking for some time. His work ethic, journalism expertise and vast knowledge of Saugus should benefit the community immensely. Mike brings a lot of integrity to the job in addition to his many talents. I look forward to sitting down with him soon for an “Advocate Asks” interview to let our readers know what to expect. Stay tuned. A Coalition to help kids There’s a small group of Saugus Citizens planning to meet Aug. 12 at 9:30 a.m. at the Boys and Girls Club Teen Center at the Square One Mall. ANOTHER LOOK AT SAND ART: Saugus resident Deb Barrett-Cutulle worked on “A Butterfly’s Playground” at last month’s 20th Annual Revere Beach International Sand Sculpting Festival. (Saugus Advocate Photo by Tara Vocino) “We started in May, so we are still in the beginning stages of planning, but wanted to get the word out about what we are doing,” Amy Chiaravalloti told me in a phone conversation this week. Curious about this group, I went on the Internet to check out Amy’s background. As it turned out, Amy is a Saugus resident who works in the healthcare field and has been involved in organizing similar groups in Wakefield. Amy pretty much stuck to the script of the following press release, which we decided to reprint in its entirety in case there are people who are out there in the community who are concerned about the youth of Saugus. Here we go: “Recently, a group of community stakeholders in Saugus joined together to create a prevention coalition in Saugus. In response to the rising concerns surrounding underage substance use and behavioral health challenges, we came together to try and provide the youth of Saugus with resources and support to prevent substance misuse and assist with behavioral health challenges. The goal of this group is to improve and assist the quality of life for youth in the community through positive youth experiences in a safe adult supported environment. Coalition members include parents, members of town government, representatives from local youth serving organizations, police and fire officials. We look forward to incorporating the youth voice into the coalition during the 2024-2025 school year. We are working on activities and initiatives that will help parents gain the tools necessary to talk to their kids about challenging subjects like underage drinking, vaping, bullying, healthy relationships and mental health challenges. Be sure to look for our table with helpful resources at local events like the community health fair on 6/25 and Founder’s Day in September. For more information about the Saugus Prevention Coalition, please email saugusyouthcoalition@gmail.com.” I guess I might check out that meeting on Aug. 12. Stay tuned. Mega “shout outs” to youth league coaches and volunteers We didn’t receive any nominations from readers this week to publicly acknowledge good deeds that lead to the betterment of Saugus. So, I will use this space to commend the efforts of coaches and volunteers that assist all youth sports in town. We have less than a month to go before kids head back to school. But there’s still some fun for kids to have on the playing fields. Those kids and their parents should express some gratitude for all of the coaches and volunteers who are the backbone of youth sports. 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. Founders Day date change Founders Day, one of the most popular town events of the year, will be a week late this year. It’s usually observed on the first Saturday in September. This year, it will be observed on Sept. 14 instead of Sept. 7. Knights begin planning flea market and craft fair The Knights of Columbus Council 1829 announced recently that it plans to hold its Festive Holiday Flea Market and Craft Fair on Saturday, Oct. 19 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at 57 Appleton St. The huge indoor affair is still weeks away. But it’s not too early for participants to begin planning. Vendor space for this year’s event will be $30 with free admission and free parking to go along with raffles, food and fun. Anyone with questions should call the Knights of Columbus at 781-233-9858. For more information, Paul Giannetta can also be reached at 978-239-1392. What’s happening at the Saugus Public Library For schoolchildren looking for interesting projects and programs to participate in this fall, there’s plenty to do at the Saugus Public Library. There are some very good programs offered for grownups, too. Community Garden volunteers welcomed If you love gardening and would love to volunteer a few hours for a good cause this summer, offer your services at the Community Garden at St. John’s Episcopal Church. Volunteers are welcome to come any Friday or Saturday morning for the rest of the summer to help weed and nurture the crops. If these times are difficult, arrangements can be made for other days. For details, contact The Rev. John Beach at St. John’s Episcopal Church (revjbeach@gmail. com). Food Pantry notes The Saugus United Parish Food Pantry is open today ( Friday, Aug. 2) from 9:30-11a.m. at 50 Essex St. in the basement of Cliftondale Congregational Church. Legion Breakfasts over for summer American Legion Post 210 would like to thank all those who made the 2023-24 breakfast season such a success, and wish them a wonderful summer. We will resume serving breakfast on Friday, September 6, 2024. August Events at the Kowloon THE SOUNDS | SEE PAGE 16

Page 14 THE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FriDAy, AUGUST 2, 2024 Saugus Birthday Celebrations BUDGET| FROM PAGE 4 JULY 2024 BIRTHDAYS: The Senior Center celebrated the collective birthdays of 14 Saugonians for the month last Friday (July 26). Pictured from left to right: Front row: Eleanor Blaney, Mary McKenzie and Cathy Dortona; back row: Frank Roche, Anne Tucker, Danielle LeBlanc, Bill Bidmead, Annette Reed, Cathy Billings, Diane McConnell, Sandra Lerner, Joanne Torosian, Robert Torosian and Paul Watts. (Courtesy Photo to The Saugus Advocate) T he Senior Center hosted a special party on July 26 to honor 14 Saugus residents who shared July as their birthday month. Birthdays are always special occasions at the Saugus Senior Center. The last Friday of each month, the Center holds a birthday celebration for any senior who would like their birthday to be recognized. They receive a free pizza lunch, cake and ice cream and a souvenir group photo to take home. SIMPLE TRUST VS. COMPLEX TRUST A ll Trusts for tax purposes are classified into two basic types of Trusts: simple or complex. To determine which type of trust you are dealing with, you must read the terms of the Trust instrument itself. With a simple Trust, the Trustee is required to distribute the income generated by the Trust to the income beneficiary until some predetermined time period has passed. With a complex Trust, the Trustee is not required to distribute the income generated by the Trust to the income beneficiary. The Trustee has discretion to distribute income. A simple Trust cannot make distributions to charitable organizations. A complex trust can make distributions to charitable organizations. Capital gains are generally considered to be a part of the principal (or corpus) of the Trust and therefore are not distributed to the income beneficiary of a simple Trust. With a simple Trust, the income beneficiary will be taxed on trust ordinary income such as interest income and dividend income, whether or not it is actually distributed to the income beneficiary. With a complex Trust, the Trustee has discretion to distribute inal tax bracket once taxable income reaches $3,100. It reaches the highest 37% federal tax bracket once taxable income reaches $15,200. In contrast, a single individual does not hit the 37% tax bracket until his or her taxable income reaches $609,350. He or she will only be in a 12% federal tax bracket when taxable income is between $11,600 and $47,150. A Trust will lose its clascome to specific beneficiaries pursuant to the terms of the Trust itself. If the income of a complex Trust is not distributed, the Trust itself will pay the tax. If the income is distributed, then the beneficiary receiving the income will report the income on his or her tax return upon the receipt of a Schedule K-1 form from the Trustee. The beneficiary will pay the tax on his or her individual income tax return. Income tax rates for complex trusts are significantly higher than for individuals. From a tax standpoint, it often makes sense to distribute income out to the beneficiaries in order to save substantial tax dollars. For Calendar year 2024, a non-grantor Trust’s income is in the 24% federsification as a simple Trust during any year in which the Trustee distributes corpus. A simple Trust is entitled to a very low exemption of $300 to offset income generated by the Trust. A Complex Trust is entitled to an even a lower exemption of $100. A Trust can never be a simple Trust in the year of termination. You must check off one of the boxes on page one of Form 1041 before filing a Trust income tax return in order to let the IRS know what type of Trust is involved. Joseph D. Ca taldo is an esta te planning/elder law a ttorney,Certified Public Accountant, Certified Financial Planner, AICPA Personal Financial Specialist and holds a masters degree in taxation. million over last fiscal year, with minimum per pupil aid set at $104. It also provides for $1.3 billion in Unrestricted General Government Aid (UGGA) to support a wide range of municipal services, which represents a oneyear increase of more than $38 million. Representative Wong noted the new budget will provide Saugus with $14,065,891 in direct education aid and $4,517,440 in unrestricted state aid for Fiscal Year 2025 to fund police, firefighters and other critical municipal services. During the initial House budget debate in April, Representative Wong successfully advocated for the inclusion of several local initiatives for his district. Funding for those projects was retained in the final conference committee report. Representative Wong noted that the budget contains additional education-related funding assistance for cities and towns, including $198.9 million for charter school reimbursements, $99.5 million for regional school transportation, $1 million for non-resident regional transportation, and $28.7 million for homeless student transportation. The budget also provides $493.2 million in Special Education Circuit Breaker reimbursements, as well as $16 million in Rural School Assistance Grants. The FY25 budget allocates $45 million in supplemental road and bridge funding under the Chapter 90 program. The Legislature had previously allocated $200 million for this local infrastructure program as a standalone bill that was signed into law in May. Representative Wong noted that the budget legalizes online Lottery sales in Massachusetts, which is expected to generate $100 million in FY25, but includes restrictions limiting online purchases to individuals who are 21 or older and language prohibiting advertising that targets minors. A portion of the revenues generated through online Lottery sales would be allocated to the Commonwealth Cares for Children (C3) grants to support early education and care programs. In addition, the budget authorizes the use of debit cards for Lottery purchases, which is expected to bring in an additional $25 million in revenues. The budget also includes provisions for the state to offer a one-time tax amnesty program that would run for 60 days, with the timing and scope of the program to be determined by the Commissioner of Revenue. Representative Wong said the FY25 budget makes significant investments in education and transportation by providing: $170 million to fund universal free school meals in Massachusetts’ schools; $18.5 million in Head Start grants; $20 million for early literacy initiatives; $3 million in genocide education grants; $1 million in grants to prevent hate crimes in the Commonwealth’s public schools; $117.5 million to provide free community college access to students seeking their first baccalaureate degree; $80 million in financial aid support for Massachusetts residents attending state universities; $65 million to increase rates for early education and care providers; $127 million in operating support for the MBTA; $60 million for MBTA capital investments; $36 million for an MBTA workforce safety reserve; $20 million to implement a low-income fare program at the MBTA; and BUDGET | SEE PAGE 15 Local students graduate from UMass Amherst A pproximately 7,000 students received bachelor’s degrees in over 100 majors at the University of Massachusetts Amherst’s Undergraduate Commencement on May 18, 2024, at the McGuirk Alumni Stadium. Students from Revere graduating were the following: Joseph Anthony Contardo, Jennifer G. Costa, John Courtney, Ronald DiBiasio Jr., Shaylin Elisabeth Groark, Zachary Amar Kesbia, Kunal Keshar, Gianna Rose Macone, Karl Paul Moise, Nyley Kendra Moise, Gina Giovanna Pasquale, Matthew James Roscoe.

THE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FriDAy, AUGUST 2, 2024 Page 15 BUDGET| FROM PAGE 14 $110 million in funding and grants for Regional Transit Authorities (RTAs), $30 million of which will be used for the statewide implementation of free fare service Other funding initiatives in the budget highlighted by Representative Wong include: $29.6 million in grants for local Councils on Aging, with language increasing the per elder assistance rate from $14 to $15; $113 million to assist local housing authorities; $53 million for the Payments in Lieu of Taxes (PILOT) program to compensate municipalities for non-taxable state-owned land; $20 million to support municipal libraries; $19 million for regional library local aid; $6.2 million for technology and automated resources networks; $26.9 million for the Massachusetts Cultural Council; $57.3 million for the HomeBASE program; $231.7 million for the Massachusetts Rental Voucher Program (MRVP); - LEGAL NOTICE - COMMONWEALTH OF MASSACHUSETTS PROBATE COURT ESSEX, ss. Docket No. ES24E0052PP PROBATE COURT To Gerly Adrien of SAUGUS in the County of ESSEX, David Lindsey, Jr. of MEDFORD County of MIDDLESEX and Churchill Mortgage Corporation, having a place of business in Brentwood in the State of Tennessee and to all other persons interested. A petition has been presented to said Court by Marie Adrien of SAUGUS in the County of ESSEX, representing that she hold as tenants an undivided part or share of certain land lying in SAUGUS in said County of ESSEX and briefly described as follows: Property Address: 10 Sim Road, Saugus, MA 01906 THAT CERTAIN PARCEL OF LAND SITUATE IN SAUGUS, IN THE COUNTY OF ESSEX AND SAID COMMONWEALTH OF MASSACHUSETTS, BOUNDED AND DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS: SOUTHWESTERLY BY THE NORTHEASTERLY CURVING LINE OF SIM ROAD ONE HUNDRED (100) FEET; NORTHERLY BY LOT 26, AS SHOWN ON PLAN HEREINAFTER MENTIONED, ONE HUNDRED THIRTY-NINE AND 39/100 (139.39) FEET; NORTHEASTERLY BY LOT 8, AS SHOWN ON SAID PLAN, EIGHTY-NINE AND 76/100 (89.76) FEET; SOUTHEASTERLY BY LOT 13, AS SHOWN ON SAID PLAN, EIGHTY-THREE AND 92/100 (83.92) FEET; AND SOUTHWESTERLY BY LOT 19, AS SHOWN ON SAID PLAN, SIXTY-NINE AND 04/100 (69.04) FEET. ALL OF SAID BOUNDARIES HAVE BEEN DETERMINED BY THE COURT TO BE LOCATED AS SHOWN UPON PLAN NUMBERED 19261-G, DRAWN BY CARTER & TOWERS ENGINEERING CORP., SURVEYORS, DATED DECEMBER 15, 1976, AS MODIFIED AND APPROVED BY THE COURT, FILED WITH CERTIFICATE OF TITLE #47097 IN SAID REGISTRY, AND THE ABOVE-DESCRIBED LAND IS SHOWN AS LOT 27, SHEET 2, ONTHE LAST MENTIONED PLAN. THERE IS APPURTENANT TO THE ABOVE-DESCRIBED LAND THE RIGHT TO USE CURTIS STREET IN COMMON WITH OTHERS ENTITLED THERETO. Also another certain parcel of land, together with the building thereon, situated in Saugus, Essex, County, Massachusetts, shown as Lot 29B on Land Court “plan of Land 19261H, Morton Avenue and Sim Road, Saugus, Mass.”, prepared for Stephen and Gail Carraggi by Otte & Dwyer, Inc., Land Surveyors dated September 19, 1996 with Certificate of Title No. 51796. Said lot 29B is shown as Lot 34 on Land Court Plan 19261-K with Certificate of Title No. 70623. setting forth that he/she desires that all of said land may be sold at private sale for not less than NINE HUNDRED TEN-THOUSAND ($910,000.00) dollars and praying that partition may be made of all the land aforesaid according to law, and to that end that a commissioner be appointed to make such partition and be ordered to make sale and conveyance of all, or any part of said land which the Court finds cannot be advantageously divided either at private sale or public auction, and be ordered to distribute the net proceeds thereof. If you desire to object thereto you or your attorney should file a written appearance in said Court at Salem before ten o’clock in the forenoon on the FIFTH day of AUGUST, 2024 the return day of this citation. Witness, FRANCES M GIORDANO, Esquire, First Judge of said Court this Twenty-fifth day of June 2024. PAMELA CASEY O’BRIEN REGISTER OF PROBATE July 19, 26, August 2, 2024 $197.4 million for Residential Assistance for Families in Transition (RAFT); $496.2 million for Transitional Assistance to Families with Dependent Children (TAFDC); $42.4 million for the Massachusetts Emergency Food Assistance Program; $15 million for the Healthy Incentives Program; $212.7 million for substance use disorder treatment and intervention services; $131.4 million for children’s mental health services; $14.7 million for maternal and child health; $390 million to support direct care providers; $622.4 million for adult support services offered through the Department of Mental Health; $625 million for nursing facility Medicaid rates; and Sa $10 million for the Workforce Competitiveness Trust Fund to help unemployed and underemployed workers secure high-paying jobs Governor Healey has until July 29 to review and sign the Fiscal Year 2025 budget into law. Sa nor y Senior Seni by Jim Miller This is not a scam: Social Security needs you to update your online account Dear Savvy Senior, I recently received an email that I needed to update my online Social Security account. Is this legit or is it a scam? Suspicious Susan Dear Susan, The Social Security Administration did indeed send out a legitimate email last month to notify recipients that they are making changes to the way you access Social Security’s online services, including your personal “my Social Security” account. The changes will simplify your sign-in experience and align with federal authentication standards, while at the same time provide you safe and secure access to your account and other online services. If you created an online my Social Security account before September 18, 2021, you’ll need to shift to a Login.gov account to be able to continue to access your account. Online my Social Security accounts enable both benefi ciaries and people who are not yet receiving benefi ts to access services, including requesting Social Security card replacements, estimating future benefits, checking on the status of benefi t applications and managing current benefi ts. The online services aim to save time for both current and future benefi ciaries, as well as the Social Security Administration, as the agency grapples with long wait times for its national 800 phone number. The average speed to answer those calls was about 36 minutes in the second quarter, according to the SSA. The agency is working to bring that average wait time down to 12 minutes by the end of September 2025. Update Your Account If you already have a my Social Security account, go to ssa.gov/myaccount and sign in with your Social Security username. You’ll then be guided through the process of creating a new account with Login.gov. Once you successfully link your personal my Social Security account with your new Login.gov account, you’ll get a confi rmation screen and have immediate access to online services. In the future, you’ll sign into your account with Login.gov and not your Social Security username. If you already have either a Login.gov or ID.me account, you do not have to take any action. Beware of Scams To be sure you’re taking the appropriate steps to update your account, it is important to verify any websites or links leading you to the Social Security website. Legitimate Social Security Administration website link is www.ssa.gov and the agency link to my Social Security account is www.ssa. gov/myaccount. It’s very important to be mindful of potential scam artists who may send you fraudulent websites pretending to direct you to Social Security. These sites will closely mimic the format of the agency’s links to try to lure you into entering your personal information. If you see a suspicious email or link, it is best not to respond or click on it. Instead, you can report it to the website of the SSA’s Offi ce of the Inspector General or call the fraud hotline at 800-269-0271. Send your senior questions to: Savvy Senior, P.O. Box 5443, Norman, OK 73070, or visit SavvySenior.org. Jim Miller is a contributor to the NBC Today show and author of “The Savvy Senior” book. nior ior

Page 16 THE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FriDAy, AUGUST 2, 2024 THE SOUNDS| FROM PAGE 13 Here’s what’s happening this month at the Kowloon Restaurant: The Kowloon Restaurant (located at 948 Broadway, ~ School Bus Drivers Wanted ~ 7D Licensed School Bus Drivers Malden Trans is looking for reliable drivers for the new school year. We provide ongoing training and support for licensing requirements. Applicant preferably lives local (Malden, Everett, Revere). Part-time positions available and based on AM & PM school hours....15-30 hours per week. Good driver history from Registry a MUST! If interested, please call David @ 781-322-9401. CDL SCHOOL BUS DRIVER WANTED Compensation: $28/hour School bus transportation company seeking active CDL drivers who live LOCALLY (Malden, Everett, Chelsea and immediate surrounding communities). - Applicant MUST have BOTH S and P endorsements as well as Massachusetts school bus certificate. Good driver history from Registry a MUST! - Part-time hours, BUT GUARANTEED 20-35 HOURS PER WEEK depending on experience. Contact David @ 781-322-9401. Route 1 North, Saugus) sets “The Local Connection Acoustic Mic,” night on August 18 from 6 to 9 p.m. All ages and genres are invited. A rain date is set for August 25. Admission is free, no tickets are required. For more information, call the Kowloon Restaurant at 781-233-0077 or access online at www.kowloonrestaurant.com What ’s breaking at Breakheart On Thursdays throughout August, the Visitor Center will host a Wild Breakheart Series from 10–11 a.m. Join us for this rotating nature series as we explore different aspects of Breakheart! Meet outside the Visitor Center; rain cancels. During July, it will be Tree ID – explore the park and discover what trees are in the park and how to identify them. In August, park visitors can participate in Animal Exploration – enjoy discovering what animals call Breakheart home! On Saturdays throughLaw Offices of JOSEPH D. CATALDO, P.C. “ATTORNEYS AND COUNSELORS AT LAW” • ESTATE/MEDICAID PLANNING • WILLS/TRUSTS/ESTATES • INCOME TAX PREPARATION • WEALTH MANAGEMENT • RETIREMENT PLANNING • ELDER LAW 369 Broadway Everett, MA 02149 (617)381-9600 JOSEPH D. CATALDO, CPA, CFP, MST, ESQUIRE. AICPA Personal Financial Specialist Designee bined in water rescues? 10. The 22nd Amendment limits U.S. presidents to how many terms? 1. On Aug. 2, 1992, American Jackie Joyner-Kersee won the Olympics track & field heptathlon, the first to win it consecutively; how many events are in a heptathlon? 2. In 1927 “Struttin’ with Some Barbecue” was composed by the wife of what jazz great? 3. On Aug. 3, 1923, who was sworn in as president who said, “It takes a great man to be a good listener”? 4. What plant has a name that includes the name of a planet? 5. Reportedly, what people made the first pens: Chinese, Egyptians or Japanese? 6. Since 2022 what has closed about 850 fast food restaurants in Russia? 7. On Aug. 4, 1887, Granny, a sea anemone, died in Edinburgh after about 60 years of captivity; what else is an anemone? 8. Why are some government officials called whips? 9. Reportedly, what transport method (starts with H) and Canadian dog breed are being com11. On Aug. 5, 1812, Governor Caleb Strong of what state refused to commit his state’s militia to the War of 1812? 12. Which place has the most castles per square mile: Bavaria, the Loire Valley or Wales? 13. What is the earth’s hardest natural mineral? 14. On Aug. 6, 1662, American Indian Metacom appeared at the Plymouth Court and denied planning war on the British; what English name is Metacom known by? 15. Guinness World Records reports that Native Amerout August, there will be an Easy, Breezy, Beautiful Hike from 1:30–3:30 p.m. Join the Park Interpreter for this weekly guided hike! Each trip will highlight natural and historic features that make Breakheart unique. Hikes will be moderately paced and range from two to three miles over sometimes uneven and rocky terrain; best for ages eight years and up. Meet at the Visitor Center. Rain cancels. On Fridays throughout August, the Visitor Center will host a Kidleidoscope from 10:30–11:30 a.m. Come join our park interpreter for a story time and nature walk! Complete a small craft and explore the woods! Walks are gently paced and approximately one mile, though not accessible for strollers; appropriate for families with children three to five years old. Meet at the Visitor Center. There will be Family Fishing on Saturdays throughout August from 9:30–11:00 a.m. at Camp Nihan (131 Walnut St.). Join our park interpreter for a drop-in fishing program! Learn how to fish, what fish live in our ponds and how to catch and release responsibly. Bait and a handful of rods will be provided, but feel free to bring your own gear and fish with us and share your tips! No license is required to fish in this program; appropriate for families with children five years old and up. Meet at Camp Nihan. Rain cancels. CHaRM Center is open The Town of Saugus announced that the CHaRM Center is open Wednesday and Saturday from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Residents will be required to buy a $25 Sticker to use the Compost Facilities as well as to recycle hard plastics. The rest of the Facility’s features are free to use for any Saugus resident. Residents are also allowed three TVs or computers/CRT monitors for free per household each year. The Town of Saugus reserves the right to refuse any material if quantity or quality is questionable. The final date the CHaRM Center will be open for the season is December 14. However, the Facility will be open the following winter dates, weather permitting: January THE SOUNDS | SEE PAGE 18 This Week on Saugus TV Sunday, Aug. 4 from 9 to 11 p.m. on Channel 8 – “Sunday Night Stooges” (The Three Stooges) Monday, Aug. 5 all day on Channel 8 – “Movie Monday” (classic movies) Tuesday, Aug. 6 at noon on Channel 8 – Summer Concert Series – Memorylaners Wednesday, Aug. 7 at 6 p.m. on Channel 8 – What’s Cookin? Egusi Soup & Eba Thursday, Aug. 8 at 6:30 p.m. on Channel 8 – What’s ican Reuben Looks Twice Jr. has the longest teenager hair; about how many feet long: three, five or six? 16. What plant that looks similar to phragmites is completely edible? 17. On Aug. 7, 1978, an emergency due to leaking toxic chemicals was declared in Love Canal, which is a neighborhood where in New York State? 18. What Ian Fleming book title is also a mineral production company slogan? 19. Who succeeds the President after the Vice President? 20. August 8 is International Cat Day; what 1981 musical is based on “Old Possum’s Book of Practical Cats” by T.S. Eliot? Cookin? Quick Bites – Spinach Pie Friday, Aug. 9 at 9 a.m. on Channel 22 – Graff Report Saturday, Aug. 10 at 3 p.m. on Channel 22 – The Untold History of Viking Women Saugus TV can be seen on Comcast Channels 8 (Public), 9 (Government) & 22 (Educational) ***programming may be subject to change without notice*** For complete schedules, please visit www.saugustv.org ANSWERS 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. Seven Louis Armstrong (Lil Hardin Armstrong) Calvin Coolidge Venus flytrap Egyptians (out of reed) McDonald’s A plant in the buttercup family In English fox-hunting, the whipper-in would make sure the dogs did their job. Helicopters and Newfoundlands 10. Two 11. Massachusetts (which was then denied protection by President Madison) 12. Wales 13. Diamond 14. King Philip 15. 16. Five feet, three inches Cattail 17. Niagara Falls 18. “Diamonds are Forever” (of De Beers Group) 19. Speaker of the House 20. “Cats”

THE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FriDAy, AUGUST 2, 2024 Page 17 OBITUARIES Antonia M. (Quasarano) Palermo O f Saugus. Died on Wednesday, July 24th at The Rubin Home in Saugus at the age of 90. She was the wife of the late Paul J. Palermo. Born in Revere, Mrs. Palermo was the daughter of the late Diego and Pasqua (Delizia) Quasarano. Mrs. Palermo was the loving mother of Paul Palermo and his late wife Nancy of Ludlow, Edward Palermo of Saugus, David Palermo and his wife Denise of SauASKS | FROM PAGE 11 A: I found out online that his body was moved to Camden, Maine, after his parents had moved out of Saugus and gus, Jeffrey Palermo and his wife Cynthia of FL and the late Mark Palermo and his wife Patti of Saugus. Cherished grandmother of fourteen grandchildren and six great grandchildren. Dear sister of Vincent Quasarano of CA, Josie Morrisey of Chelsea and two late brothers and six late sisters. In lieu of flowers, donations in Antonia’s memory may be made to the Alzheimer’s Association of Massachusetts at alz.org/manh. At the request of the family, services were private. Joseph Edward Palczynski, Jr. O r f Saugus, 63. Passed into rest on the evening of July 24, 2024, after a year-long battle with cancer. Joe was born in Boston the day after Christmas 1960, the son of the late Franback to Maine. As a parent, I think they would bring him to where they were going to be. And even if he was moved, he did spend several months in Saugus. It’s funny – they had Call today and r FREE SHOWER P PLUS $1600 OFF GE 0 OFF 1-844-609-10661 With purchase of a new Safe Step Walk-In Tub. Not applicable with any previous y walk-in tub purchase. Offer available while supplies last. No cash value. Must present offer at time of purchase. CSLB 1082165 NSCB 0082999 0083445 The Kid Does Clean Outs From 1 item to 1,000 * Basements * Homes * Backyards * Commercial Buildings The cheapest prices around! Call Eric: (857) 322-2854 Dry River in Crawford Notch. He loved to visit North Conway, using it as a base to gold-pan and to explore areas farther north. Joe also frequented Maine, and anticipated the Fryeburg Fair every fall. In his teen years, Joe ces (Knights) and Joseph Palczynski Sr. He was a longtime resident of East Saugus, attending Ballard and Emerson Schools, Belmonte Jr High, and Saugus High, Class of 1979. He served as a town meeting member for a number of years. Growing up on the Saugus River, Joe enjoyed swimming, boating, and fishing in his neighborhood. As of late, you could always find him at the boat landing, observing life on the river and passing time with his good friends there. But the White Mountains were his favorite place, starting as a child camping at nothing in the cemetery office about him being buried here, but the lady in the cemetery office looked in the 1918 book and found a record that his body was removed. Q: Do you think there is “an unknown soldier” buried in that Civil War Plot along with the 26 Civil War soldiers from Saugus? A: I don’t think so. I think that once the body of Willard Swan was moved, nobody else was put there. Finally, we can put this thing to rest after all of these years. Q: Anything else that you would like to share? A: I’m glad I pursued this, because I had to have some answers. This would have tormented me, because I had to know. But without the photo, I would never be able to find out. And also, I had a name to go by on that photo. I guess you could say Willard Swan was a “known unknown.” There aren’t too many press photos in Saugus that you can buy, so when they show up, I have to check them out. Thank God for press photos. I wish I had known him. But that’s not going to happen. worked at Hilltop Steak House. He then worked as a lobsterman, and owned his own boat for a time, the Manitou. He worked at Veolia North America from 1996 until retirement. Joe leaves behind his loving siblings and their spouses: Holly and Edward Kirby of Wilmington; Heather and George Doyle of Melrose; Michael and Sheila Palczynski of Dover, NH; and Carol and Daniel Morgan of Salem. He was a good uncle to eight nieces and nephews: Erin, John, Katie, Kyle, Hannah, Cameron, Matthew and Elisabeth. He is survived by his former wife Frances Blandini; their children Joseph and Samantha Palczynski; and their grandchildren Charlotte and Margot. He will also be much missed by friends in the neighborhood and down the river. The family thanks the caring staffs at Davenport 7 at Salem Hospital and at Sawtelle Hospice in Reading. In lieu of flowers, donations suggested to MSPCA/Northeast Animal Shelter. Relatives and friends were invited to attend visiting hours and funeral service in the Bisbee-Porcella Funeral Home, Saugus, on Thursday, August 1. ~ LEGAL NOTICE ~ SAUGUS BOARD OF SELECTMEN Public Hearing Notice is hereby given that the Saugus Board of Selectmen will conduct a public hearing for a Special Permit on the request of owner/manager Shova Lagoon Gajmer, 81 School St, Saugus, MA. Name of proposed business: KPS Esthetics and Threading, LLC for eyebrow threading, face & body waxing, facials, eyelash extensions, and massage. Business location: 27 Essex Street, Saugus, MA. This Public Hearing will be held at the Saugus Town Hall, Second floor auditorium, Saugus, MA on August 20, 2024, at 7:05 PM. Debra Panetta, Chairman Meredith K. Casagrande Clerk July 26, August 9, 2024 Your Hometown News Delivered! 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Page 20 THE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FriDAy, AUGUST 2, 2024 COMING SOON COMING SOON- BRAND NEW CONSTRUCTION! TWO TOWNHOUSE CONDOS. EACH UNIT HAS 3 BEDROOMS, 2.5 BATHS, HARDWOOD FLOORING, GAS HEAT, CENTRAL AIR, FINISHED LOWER LEVEL AND GARAGE. SAUGUS CALL KEITH 781-389-0791 MOBILE HOMES FOR RENT COMMERCIAL OFFICE SPACE FOR RENTPRIME LOCATION. PROFESSIONAL BUILDING JUST OUTSIDE OF SAUGUS CENTER. PLENTY OF PARKING. THIS SPACE IS PERFECT FOR LAWYERS OFFICE, INSURANCE COMPANY, REAL ESTATE OFFICE, MORTGAGE COMPANY. WALK IN AREA, SEPARATE OFFICES, RECEPTION AREA, MENS AND WOMAN'S BATHROOMS, COMMON CONFERENCE ROOM. CONVENIENT TO ROUTE 1. SPACE COULD BE SHARED, SPLIT OR THE ENTIRE SPACE COULD BE LEASED. SAUGUS $25 CALL KEITH 781-389-0791 • GREAT YOUNG ONE BEDROOM UNIT IN A VERY DESIRABLE PARK IN MOVE IN CONDITION. 2 CAR PARKING. LOW PARK RENT OF 410 DANVERS 79,900 • LOT AVAILABLE IN DESIRABLE FAMILY ESTATES COOPERATIVE MOBILE PARK. APPROX 120' X 30' SEWER AND WATER BRING YOUR UNIT AND HAVE A BRAND NEW BEAUTIFUL HOME....COOP FEE IS ONY 300- 350 A MONTH PEABODY $84,900 • LARGE SPACIOUS 2 BEDROOM ON CORNER LOT. NEW RUBBER ROOF. PEABODY $99,900 FOR SALE FOR SALE- CONTRACTOR SPECIAL! NEEDS WORK, BUT WORTH THE EFFORT, HOUSE HAS GREAT POTENTIAL. BRING YOUR IDEAS TO THIS 3000 SQFT COLONIAL FEATURING 6 BEDROOMS AND 2 BATHS WITH OVER 3 FLOORS OF LIVING SPACE (NOT INCLUDING WALK-OUT LL). BEAUTIFUL ORIGINAL WOODWORK, 5 FIREPLACES, 10’ CEILINGS. VINYL SIDING, NICE SIZE LOT. PARKING FOR 6+ CARS. SAUGUS $799,900 CALL KEITH 781-389-0791 UNDER CONTRACT FOR SALE- 6 ROOM COLONIAL ON NICE SIDE STREET LOCATION! THIS HOME FEATURES A LARGE EAT-IN KITCHEN, FORMAL DINING ROOM, LIVING ROOM, AND BRAND NEW 1ST FLOOR 3/4 TILE BATH WITH STACKABLE LAUNDRY. • BEAUTIFUL UPDATED HUGE DOUBLE LEVEL YARD. MANY NEW FEATURES INCLUDE NEW FLOORING THROUGHOUT, NEW SIDING AND SKIRTING, NEW OIL TANK AND HOT WATER, NEWER ROOF, NEWER SHED NEW AC .THIS WAS ORIGINALLY A 2 BEDROOM, AND CAN BE CONVERTED BACK TO 2 BEDROOM PEABODY $169,900 LOOKING TO BUY OR SELL? ANTHONY COGLIANO 857-246-1305 SECOND FLOOR FEATURES 3 BEDROOMS AND A FULL BATHROOM. ATTIC AND FULL BASEMENT FOR STORAGE. FENCED YARD! PLENTY OF OFF STREET PARKING. SAUGUS $525,000 CALL DEBBIE 617-678-9710 CALL HIM FOR ALL YOUR REAL ESTATE NEEDS • VERY WELL MAINTAINED AND UPDATED UNIT IN VERY DESIRABLE PINE GROVE MOBILE PARK. LARGE PORCH AND DECK, SHED GREAT LEVEL YARD, NEWER FLOORING AND WINDOWS. LAUNDRY HOOK UP SHOWS PRIDE OF OWNERSHIP. PEABODY $169,900 • SHADY OAKS PHASE 2 NEW CONSTRUCTION:1 NEW MANUFACTURED ONE BEDROOM UNIT DANVERS $179,900 • BEAUTIFUL HOME IN PINE GROVE MOBILE PARK OFF OF ROUTE 114 MUST BE SEEN. UPDATED THROUGHOUT WITH SHINY HARDWOOD FLOORS, HUGE CORNER DOUBLE LOT 2 YEAR OLD PITCHED ROOF, 4 CAR PARKING, FULL SIZE LAUNDRY PEABODY $189,900 • TWO NEW PRE CONSTRUCTION MANUFACTURED HOMES. BOTH ONE BED WITH MANY UPGRADES FROM CAR PARKING TO FULL SIZE LAUNDRY, SO MUCH MORE. DANVERS $199,900 • SHADY OAKS PHASE 2 NEW CONSTRUCTION: 2 NEW MANUFACTURED 2 BEDROOM UNITS DANVERS $249,900 CALL ERIC 781-223-0289 FOR SALE FOR SALE- TWO BEDROOM TWO BATHS NEW PAINT BRAND NEW HEATING SYSTEM. TOP FLOOR. TWO CAR PARKING ONE IN GARAGE. ELEVATOR LOCATED ON BUS LINE TO BOSTON. REVERE $459,900 CALL RHONDA 781-706-0842 BUILDABLE LOT •SAUGUS $125,000 CALL KEITH 781-389-0791 FOR FURTHER DETAILS

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