SOUNDS | FROM PAGE 7 Page 8 to live to be 100. She credited her faith in God, holistic medicine, a great personal doctor, diet and exercise – and a lot of dancing. She is an Everett native, but has spent more than 60 years of her life in a house on Clifton Avenue. All three of her children were students of Saugus Public Schools and graduated from Saugus High. Want to “Shout Out” a fellow Saugonian? This is an opportunity for our THE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FriDAy, AUGUST 21, 2026 People who have been going 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. A makeup free concert for Aug. 26 ~ LEGAL NOTICE ~ COMMONWEALTH OF MASSACHUSETTS THE TRIAL COURT PROBATE AND FAMILY COURT Essex Probate and Family Court 36 Federal Street Salem, MA 01970 Docket No. ES26P0197GD In the matter of: STEFANIE SILVA Of: Saugus, MA RESPONDENT Alleged Incapacitated Person CITATION GIVING NOTICE OF PETITION FOR APPOINTMENT OF GUARDIAN FOR INCAPACITATED PERSON PURSUANT TO G.L. c. 190B, §5-304 To the named Respondent and all other interested persons, a petition has been filed by Valeria A. Da Silva of Saugus, MA in the above captioned matter alleging that Stefanie Silva is in need of a Guardian and requesting that Valeria A. Da Silva of Saugus, MA (or some other suitable person) be appointed as Guardian to serve Without Surety on the bond. The petition asks the court to determine that the Respondent is incapacitated, that the appointment of a Guardian is necessary, and that the proposed Guardian is appropriate. The petition is on file with this court and may contain a request for certain specific authority. You have the right to object to this proceeding. If you wish to do so, you or your attorney must file a written appearance at this court on or before 10:00 A.M. on the return date of 09/18/2026. This day is NOT a hearing date, but a deadline date by which you have to file the written appearance if you object to the petition. If you fail to file the written appearance by the return date, action may be taken in this matter without further notice to you. In addition to filing the written appearance, you or your attorney must file a written affidavit stating the specific facts and grounds of your objection within 30 days after the return date. IMPORTANT NOTICE The outcome of this proceeding may limit or completely take away the above-named person’s right to make decisions about personal affairs or financial affairs or both. The above-named person has the right to ask for a lawyer. Anyone may make this request on behalf of the above-named person. If the above-named person cannot afford a lawyer, one may be appointed at State expense. WITNESS, Hon. Frances M. Giordano, First Justice of this Court. Date: August 14, 2026 PAMELA A. CASEY O’BRIEN REGISTER OF PROBATE August 21, 2026 to the free Summer Concert Series will be happy to know that there will be one more next week. Ditto Band, which specializes in Acoustic American Rock, will be performing at the Saugus Iron Works National Historic Site next Wednesday (Aug. 26) from 5:30-7:30 p.m. The group was scheduled to play on July 29, but inclement weather led to the concert’s cancellation. Next week’s concert concludes the eight-weeklong Summer Concert Series at the Iron Works, which will begin at 5:30 on the stage behind the museum building. Spectators can settle down on the upper lawn. 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. This marks the fifth consecutive summer that the Saugus Public Library and the National Park Service have collaborated 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 agency) is also a key sponsor of the event. 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. It is suitable for all ages. Restrooms are available until nearly 8 p.m., when the concert concludes. If the weather looks bad, concertgoers are urged to check the library website (www.sauguspubliclibrary.org), which will update for cancellations on that day. Summer Street paving set to begin on Monday The 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 Summer Street and around Appleton Street, Fiske Road, Wilson SEPTEMBER 11, 2001, REMEMBRANCE: It’s been 25 years since the Islamic terrorist attacks on the World Trade Center Towers in New York City, which have become known all over the world as 9/11. There’s a monument on the Hamilton Street side of Saugus Town Hall that pays tribute to Gertrude “Trudi” Alagero and David DiMeglio, who were among the 2,753 victims who perished that day. The town will host a special ceremony in front of Saugus Town Hall. (Courtesy photo to The Saugus Advocate) Street, Summer Court, Pleasant Street, Prospect Street, Parker Street, Taylor Street and Main Street. The work will take place between 7 a.m. and 3 p.m. 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. Saugus Youth Cross Country 2026 With kids headed back to school soon, another season of Saugus Youth Cross Country gets underway. The program, aimed for youth in Grades 1 through 5, will begin its new year on Sept. 1. The Cross Country members run on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 3:45 to 5:15 p.m. at the track behind Belmonte STEAM Academy and on Saturdays from 10:00 to 11:30 a.m. at Breakheart Reservation. “Cross Country is a sport where athletes run on paths, grass, trails, and parks instead of a track,” said Coach Christopher Tarantino, known popularly as “Coach T,” who oversees the program. “It is a test of endurance, determination, and heart! Every practice is an adventure and every athlete improves at their own pace,” he said. “Parents, here’s why your child should get involved! Cross Country is much more than running. It teaches children perseverance, confidence, goal setting, and mental toughness while keeping them active in a fun, encouraging team environment. Through games, age-appropriate training, and positive THE SOUNDS | SEE PAGE 11
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