THE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FriDAy, AUGUST 21, 2026 Page 5 Vandals destroy picnic tables at World Series Park P olice are investigating reports of “massive vandalism” over the weekend (August 14-15) at World Series Park at 25 Dow St., behind Belmonte STEAM Academy. Bob Davis, the superintendent of the park, reported the destruction of the picnic benches under the pavilion and observed that one bench was placed on the pitcher’s mound. “This vandalism doesn’t make sense,” Davis said this week. “What kind of enjoyment does anyone get from destroying the property of others? Those benches and the pavilion are for the enjoyment of people attending baseball games. We will be looking at surveillance video to try to identify those responsible. As a result of this kind of destruction, we’re thinking of eliminating the picnic benches,” he said. Davis reported seeing two individuals under the pavilion at about 11:30 p.m. on Saturday. SCHOOL | FROM PAGE 4 their two children – Emersyn, who is six, and Jamie, who is four. “You could always find me playing ‘school’ with my cousins and sister. I was drawn to helping young kids and seeing that lightbulb go off when something they’ve been strugSummer Street Paving set to begin on Monday as restoration Gas Main Project T RECENT VANDALISM: Saugus police are looking for the individuals who destroyed these picnic benches at World Series Park. (Courtesy photo to The Saugus Advocate) Anyone with information about the vandalism is asked to contact Saugus Police at 781941-1125. gling with finally clicked,” she said. “As I worked, I’ve continued to reflect, learn and grow as an educator by adding several teaching licenses throughout my tenure as a teacher. I am always looking for opportunities to strengthen my practice, build my skills and continue finding new ways to help students and teachers thrive.” Vandalism at the park has been a problem in recent years despite the existence of surveillance cameras. O’Brien received her Bachelor’s of Science in Elementary Education, with a concentration in Teaching Mathematics, at Wheelock College in 2014. A year later, she earned her Master’s of Science in International Teaching and Global Learning, with a concentration in English SCHOOL | SEE PAGE 11 MORE SUPPORT. MORE SOLUTIONS. LESS WORRY. Clear answers, faster decisions, and a team that goes above and beyond to get things done. We make it easy for you to get more of what you want. Because here, easy means more. EverettBank.com he Town of Saugus announced that National Grid is scheduled to begin paving operations on Summer Street on Monday (Aug. 24), as final restoration efforts for a major gas main project. Crews will lay down about 2,100 linear feet of pavement on Summer Street, extending from Appleton Street to Main Street, according to a press release issued this week by Town Manager Scott C. Crabtree’s Office. The work will occur on 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 Summer Street and around Appleton Street, Fiske Road, Wilson Street, Summer Court, Pleasant Street, Prospect Street, Parker Street, Taylor Street, and Main Street. The work will take place between 7 am. and 3 pm. on Monday (Aug. 24),Tuesday (Aug. 25) and Wednesday (Aug. 26). Police details and detours will be established if necessary. For questions, please contact Town Engineer Kevin Hallion at 781-231-4032.
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