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SAUGUS D Your Local News & Sports Online. Scan Here! CATE D O T CAT T E Vol. 26, No.36 -FREE- www.advocatenews.net Published Every Friday 781-233-4446 Friday, September 6, 2024 LAWYERS HELPING SENIORS Heightened Mosquito Concerns The state Department of public Health has elevated the West Nile virus risk level to “High” in Saugus By Mark E. Vogler (Editor’s Note: The following story is based on a press release issued this week by town offi - cials warning of the increased risk level of West Nile virus.) he Massachusetts Department of Public Health (DPH) has increased the West Nile virus (WNV) risk level to high in Saugus following the announcement of two more human cases of WNV in Massachusetts. A high WNV risk level means more people may get infected with WNV in your area. The last time WNV-positive mosquito samples were found in Saugus before this year was VIRUS | SEE PAGE 2 PRIMARY ELECTION RESULTS Left to right: Patty Fierro and Michael Murphy campaigned outside the Saugus Senior Center a few hours before polls closed in Tuesday’s state primary. Please see inside for primary election results. (Saugus Advocate photo by Mark E. Vogler) PRO BONO WORK: Attorney Andrea A. J. Witt and Stephen J. Spano of Spano Dawicki Witt consulted in the conference room of their Saugus law offi ce. The fi rst Thursday of the month for the past 30 years, the fi rm has been off ering visitors at the Saugus Senior Center free advice on elder law issues. Please see inside for this week’s “The Advocate Asks” and another photo. (Saugus Advocate photo by Mark E. Vogler) Mid-grade Regular $3.73 2.97 64 45 Over 45 Years of Excellence! Full Service $2.95 Order online at angelosoil.com

Page 2 THE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FriDAy, SEpTEmbEr 6, 2024 VIRUS | FROM PAGE 1 in August 2017, according to reports. Typically, positive sampling results in an elevated risk level. Town Manager Scott C. Crabtree and Director of Public Health John Fralick are sharing the following update from DPH regarding the elevated WNV risk level in Saugus and eight other communities. The news release reads as follows: The Massachusetts Department of Public Health (DPH) today announced two additional human cases of West Nile virus (WNV) in Massachusetts this year, bringing the total number of human cases to six. 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While the temperatures may be a bit cooler, September is still within the peak time for West Nile virus activity in Massachusetts,” said Public Health Commissioner Robbie Goldstein, MD, PhD. “As we all adjust to our post-summer schedules, one routine that everyone should continue is using mosquito repellent when outdoors.” There have been 286 WNV-positive mosquito samples so far this year detected from Barnstable, Berkshire, Bristol, Dukes, Essex, Hampden, Middlesex, Norfolk, Plymouth, Suffolk, and Worcester counties. The risk of human infection with WNV is moderate or high in Greater Boston (Middlesex, Norfolk, and Suffolk counties) and is also elevated in parts of Barnstable, Bristol, Essex, Hampden, Plymouth, and Worcester counties. WNV is usually transmitted to humans through the bite of an infected mosquito. There were six human cases of WNV and no animal cases in 2023. No animal cases of WNV have been detected so far this year. What you can do to prevent WNV infection: 1. Be prepared: Know your risk – check the Massachusetts Arbovirus Update Page regularly, repair screens, clean up to get rid of mosquito breeding sites, be aware of stagnant water on private property (e.g., unused swimming pools) and consult the local board of health. 2. Wear long sleeves and long pants from dusk to dawn when weather permits. 3. Use mosquito netting on baby carriages and playpens. 4. Wear mosquito repellent when outdoors, especially between dusk and dawn. 5. Dump standing water twice weekly. 6. People over 50 or those who are immune compromised should adjust outdoor activity to avoid peak mosquito hours (from dusk to dawn). This summer the DPH Public Health Laboratory has confirmed WNV was detected in a bird-biting mosquito in Saugus on July 29; DPH notified the town of a mammal-biting mosquito collected from a Saugus sample that came back positive for WNV on Aug. 5; and the town received word from DPH of a bird-biting mosquito that tested positive for WNV in Saugus on Aug. 26. What you should do to protect yourself: The Town encourages all residents to follow this advice from DPH: Avoid mosquito bites 1. Apply insect repellent when you go outdoors. Use a repellent with DEET (N, N-diethyl-m-toluamide), permethrin, picaridin (KBR 3023), IR3535 or oil of lemon eucalyptus (p-methane 3, 8-diol [PMD]) according to the instructions on the product label. DEET products should not be used on infants under two months of age and should be used in concentrations of 30% or less on older children. Oil of lemon eucalyptus should not be used on children under three years of age. Permethrin products are intended for use on items such as clothing, shoes, bed nets and camping gear and should not be applied to skin. 2. Clothing can help reduce mosquito bites. Although it may be difficult to do when it’s hot, wearing long sleeves, long pants and socks when outdoors will help keep mosquitoes away from your skin. 3. Be aware of peak mosquito hours – the hours from dusk to dawn are peak biting times for many mosquitoes. When risk is increased, consider rescheduling outdoor activities that occur during evening or early morning. If you are outdoors at any time and notice mosquitoes around you, take steps to avoid being bitten by moving indoors, covering up and/or wearing repellent. Mosquito-proof your home 1. Drain standing water – many mosquitoes lay their eggs in standing water. Limit the number of places around your home for mosquitoes to breed by either draining or getting rid of items that hold water. Check rain gutters and drains. Empty any unused flowerpots and wading pools and change water in birdbaths frequently. 2. Install or repair screens – some mosquitoes like to come indoors. Keep them outside by having tightly fitting VIRUS | SEE PAGE 4 For Advertising with RESULTS, call The Advocate Newspapers at 781-233-4446 or info@advocatenews.net

THE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FriDAy, SEpTEmbEr 6, 2024 Page 3 ~The Advocate Asks~ Elder Law attorneys talk about their pro bono work at the Saugus Senior Center that their fi rm has been doing for 30 years in Winchester, Andrea proudly calls it home for her family today. She kickstarted her academic journey at Boston College, graduating with honors in Political Science in 1998, before delving into law at Suff olk University Law School. There, she not only earned her Juris Doctor in 2001 but also served as Chief Managing Editor of the Suff olk Transnational Law Review. After dedicating time to raising her two children, Andrea reentered the professional arena, focusing her experASKS | SEE PAGE 10 Eastern Bank Building on Rte. 1S 605 Broadway, #301 * Saugus (781) 233-6844 www.bostonnorthdental.com FREE LEGAL ADVICE FOR SENIORS: Attorneys Andrea A.J. Witt and Stephen J. Spano of the Saugus law fi rm of Spano Dawicki & Witt in the conference room of their Saugus law offi ce. The law fi rm hosts free consultation sessions on elder law issues on the fi rst Thursday of the month at the Saugus Senior Center. Clients must make appointments through the Senior Center. (Saugus Advocate photo by Mark E. Vogler) Editor’s Note: For this week’s article we sat down with Attorneys Stephen J. Spano and Andrea A.J. Witt of the Saugus law fi rm of Spano Dawicki & Witt and asked them to talk about the service they provide for two hours or more on the fi rst Thursday of every month. Spano grew up in East Boston and graduated from Dominic Savio High School in East Boston in 1973. He attended Bunker Hill Community College and received an Associate’s Degree in Liberal Arts. That’s where he also met his wife, Francine Dawicki, who is also a partner in his law practice. They celebrated their 48th anniversary on Sept. 1. He and his wife have lived in Saugus for 34 years. Spano is the founding partner at Spano Dawicki & Witt. He has been practicing law for 34 years and has had their law fi rm in Saugus for 25 years. Spano attended UMass Boston, where he received a Bachelor’s Degree in English with a minor in Psychology. He studied at Northeastern University, where he received a Master’s in Business Administration (1989). He received his Juris Doctorate in 1993 from New England School of Law. Spano is the oldest of seven children, with six younger sisters. His mother suff ered from Alzheimer’s Disease, and it was her illness and his work with Gerontologists Susan and Andrew Dibner, the founders of the Lifeline System, which led him to a career in elder law. He served as Vice President of the Board of Directors of Greater Lynn Senior Services for many years. He also served on the board of the Friends of the Saugus Senior Center, Inc. for several years. He is an adjunct professor at Western New England University School of Law, where he teaches elder law, Medicaid asset protection, guardianship and special needs law. He is cohost, along with Attorney Andrea Witt, of the weekly television segment “A Legal and Financial Minute, or Two.” In his spare time, he is a beekeeper, pilot and former triathlete. He’s also an aspiring unicyclist and advanced pogo stick enthusiast. Andrea A.J. Witt is a partner at Spano Dawicki & Witt and a dedicated, Board-Certifi ed Elder Law Attorney. Born and raised 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 Monogram D4 Double siding Cedar impression half rounds Harvey Vinyl 66 Replacement Windows Custom Aluminum Trim work Windows & Doors Top quality Vinyl Siding! •Vinyl Siding •Carpentry Work •Decks •Roofing •Free Estimates •Replacement Windows •Fully Licensed •Fully Insured

Page 4 THE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FriDAy, SEpTEmbEr 6, 2024 Saugus remembers its “9/11” victims on 23rd anniversary A small group of town leaders and citizens are expected to gather for a low-key observance at the town’s Central Fire Station at 8:46 a.m. next Wednesday (Sept. 11) – the same time that fire departments across the nation will honor the memory of close to 3,000 people who perished in terrorist attacks involving four commercial airliners. Nearly 23 years have passed since American Airlines Flight 11 – one of four commercial airliners hijacked that day – became the first to hit its target, crashing into the World Trade Center complex in Lower Manhattan. A monument on the Hamilton Street side of Saugus Town Hall forever links the community to the national tragedy of the Sept. 11, 2001, terrorist attacks, which claimed close to 3,000 lives that day. Two former Saugus residents were among the victims who were Gerry D’Ambrosio Attorney-at-Law Is Your Estate in Order? 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(Courtesy photo to The Saugus Advocate) ute to Gertrude “Trudi” Alagero and David DiMeglio, who were among the victims in New York City during the terrorist attack on the World Trade Center Towers. KILLED AT THE WORLD TRADE CENTER: Gertrude M. “Trudi” Alagero, 37, a 1982 Saugus High School graduate, was a senior vice president and practice leader for Marsh Private Client Services, a division of Marsh & McLennan. Alagero was working out of an office on the 94th floor of the North Tower at the World Trade Center (also known as Tower 1). At 8:46 a.m. on Sept. 11, hijackers crashed American Airlines Flight 11 into the northern facade of the North Tower. Marsh & McLennan had more than 800 working on floors 93 through 100 – the part of the VIRUS | FROM PAGE 2 S LANDSCAPE & MASONRY CO. 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KILLED IN PLANE CRASH: David DiMeglio, a former Saugus resident, then 22, was living in Wakefield and was among the 81 passengers on American Flight 11, which was commandeered by five al-Qaida terrorists and flown into the World Trade Center’s North Tower shortly before 9 a.m. on Sept. 11. He was headed west to help his mother move. He had completed computer school and had planned to start a business in computer services. THE DEATH TOLL: The actuscreens on all your windows and doors. Protect your animals Animal owners should reduce potential mosquito breeding sites on their property by eliminating standing water from containers, such as buckets, tires and wading pools – especially after heavy rains. Water troughs provide excellent mosquito breeding habitats and should be flushed out at least once a week during the summer months to reduce mosquitoes near paddock areas. Horse owners should keep horses in indoor stalls at night to reduce their risk of exposure to mosquitoes. Owners should also speak with their veterinarian about mosquito repellents approved for use in animals and vaccinations to prevent WNV and EEE. If an animal is suspected of having WNV or EEE, owners are required to report to the Department of Agrial number of people who died in the terrorist attacks involving four hijacked jets might never be known. But officials estimate close to 3,000. They say 2,753 people – including 343 firefighters – died at the World Trade Center. United Airlines Flight 175 hit the South Tower 16 minutes after American Airlines Flight 11 crashed into the North Tower. Another 184 were killed when American Airlines Flight 77 crashed into the Pentagon near Washington, D.C. And 40 people perished when passengers on board United Airlines Flight 93 fought to take control of the jet that was headed toward the capital, forcing hijackers to crash it in a field outside Shanksville, Pa. cultural Resources, Division of Animal Health, by calling 617626-1795 and to DPH by calling 617-983-6800. The Saugus Board of Health will continue to work closely with DPH through the remainder of peak Arborvirus season. In addition, the Town of Saugus has partnered with the Northeast Massachusetts Mosquito Control program in efforts to cull the acute populations of mosquitoes on a weekly basis in the Saugus area. Each week between Sunday and Wednesday at noon, residents can go to the Northeast Massachusetts Mosquito Control website – https://www. nemassmosquito.org/home/ pages/spray-service-requestform – to request the application of ultra-low-volume (ULV) insecticide to the front of their properties to reduce adult flying mosquito popuVIRUS | SEE PAGE 8

THE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FriDAy, SEpTEmbEr 6, 2024 Page 5 State Primary Election Essex County Clerk of Courts Driscoll clinches a fi fth term; republicans pick challenger for U.S. Sen. Warren By Mark E. Vogler W ithout a Republican challenger on the ballot for the Nov. 5 general election, incumbent Essex County Clerk of Courts Thomas H. Driscoll Jr. will get a free ride to his fi fth six-year term. Driscoll, of Swampscott, made that possible on Tuesday by beating Democratic challenger James FX Doherty, of Salem, a former Beverly city councilor-at-large. That was the most decisive outcome from the state primary for Democratic voters. For Republicans, the primary reason for voting was to pick one of three candidates to face U.S. Senator Elizabeth Warren in the November election. Republican voters across Massachusetts picked Attorney John Deaton over Candidates Robert J. Antonellis, of Medford, and Ian Cain, of Quincy. In the race for Registry of Deeds for the Essex Southern District, Eileen R. Duff , a Gloucester resident and current Governor’s Councillor, won the Democratic primary over Joseph Michael Gentleman III, of Peabody. Duff now faces Jonathan Edward Ring of Rockport, who has no opposition in the Republican Primary. Other than that, there was nothing else to be decided. Five other incumbent politicians on the ballot had no opposition in the primary and will wind up getting re-elected without opposition in November. U.S. Rep. Seth Moulton (D-Salem) has no ballot opposition from Republican candidates in the general election. He has served the Sixth Congressional District since 2015. Terrence W. Kennedy, of Lynnfi eld, who has served as the District Six representative on the Governor’s Council since 2011, faces no opposition in the general election. State Rep. Donald H. Wong (R-Saugus) faced no competition for another two-year term in the Ninth Essex District in the state primary. And nobody is seeking to challenge him in the general election. Wong, who has represented Saugus since 2011, also has faced no opposition during the last two (2020 and 2022) elections. State Rep. Jessica Ann Giannino (D-Revere) – whose 16th Suff olk District includes Precincts 3 and 10 in Saugus – also faces no opposition in the general election this year. She was uncontested in winning reelection two years ago. She has been a state representative since 2020. State Sen. Brendan P. Crighton (D-Lynn) also has no opposition. He’s been a state senator since 2018. Barring the emergence of write-in candidates in all three races, Saugus voters can expect to see the three legislators represent them on Beacon Hill for two more years. The Libertarian Party has no candidates listed for the U.S. Senate, U.S. Representative, Governor’s Councillor, state Senate, state House of Representatives, Essex County Clerk of Courts or Registry of Deeds of the Essex Southern District. There weren’t any surprises ELECTION | SEE PAGE 15 8 Norwood St. Everett (617) 387-9810 Open Tues. - Sat. at 4:00 PM Closed Sun. & Mon. Announcing our Classic Specials Dine In Only: * FREE Salad with purchase of Entree, Tuesdays & Wednesdays * Cheese Pizza - Only $10 Catch ALL The Live Sports Action On Our Large Screen TV’s Scan & Follow Us on Facebook! www.810bargrille.com SABATINO/MASTROCOLA INSURANCE AGENCY 519 BROADWAY EVERETT, MA 02149 Auto * Home * Boat * Renter * Condo * Life * Multi-Policy Discounts * Commercial 10% Discounts * Registry Service Also Available Sabatino Insurance is proud to welcome the loyal customers of ALWAYS READY TO SERVE YOU: Our Staff are, Emma Davidson, Jeimy Sanchez, Josephine Leone, Marie D’Amore, Rocco Longo, Z’andre Lopez, Anthony DiPierro, Darius Goudreau, Laurette Murphy, Danielle Goudreau and Tina Davidson. PHONE: (617) 387-7466 FAX: (617) 381-9186 Visit us online at: WWW.SABATINO-INS.COM

Page 6 THE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FriDAy, SEpTEmbEr 6, 2024 Car used by twice-convicted rapist in recent police investigation winds up in Saugus By Mark E. Vogler A bout two weeks ago, police were looking for a black Lincoln Zephyr that was used by a Level 3 sex off ender in a Marshfi eld incident, which state police called “disturbing,” involving a 17-year-old girl who was approached by the driver of the car while she was jogging. The driver of the car offered the girl a ride, which she refused. But he kept following her. She fl ed the area and called 9-1-1, according to police. Scituate and Marshfi eld police later identifi ed Edmund D. LaChance, 53, as a perNeed a hall for your special event? The Schiavo Club, located at 71 Tileston Street, Everett is available for your Birthdays, Anniversaries, Sweet 16 parties and more? For more info, call (857) 249-7882 Dan - 1972 We Sell Cigars & Accessories! MAJOR BRANDS AT DISCOUNT PRICES! Singles * Tins Green Label Sale Buy 2 Cigars, Get One FREE! Starting at $18.95 * Bundles * Boxes Many Types Starting at $49.95 Starting at $95.95 * Travel Humidors * Desk Top Humidors * Many Types of Lighters * Ash Trays * Juuls * Vapes * Glass Pipes * Rewards Program * CBD Infused Products * GIFTS UNDER $30 - GIFT CERTIFICATES HOURS: OPEN DAILY, MON. - SAT., 9 AM - 7 PM / SUN., 9 AM - 6 PM R.Y.O. TOBACCO & TUBES ON SALE! Humidor Special! Model A holds up to 25 cigars incl. ash tray, humidifier, hygrometer, cigar cutter and leather pocket holder! Special Price! $99.95 WE MAKE HOUSE KEYS! A.B.C. CIGAR 170 REVERE ST., REVERE (781) 289-4959 This black Lincoln Zephyr was involved in a high-profi le police investigation in Marshfi eld two weeks ago. It’s been parked on Talbot Street ever since the arrest of convicted rapist Edmund D. LaChance. (Saugus Advocate photo by Mark E. Vogler) son of interest and released his photo and the car registration number to the public and set out to look for him as well as the car. Television staCelebrating Our 52nd Year Chris 2024 A LEVEL 3 SEX OFFENDER: the photo of Edmund D. LaChance that was released by the police. (Courtesy photo of the Sex Off ender Registry Board) tions fl ashed the license tag 4NWY 15 across the screen every time they broadcast a story about LaChance and the incident. Soon after, Saugus police went to an apartment at Heritage Heights on Talbot Street looking for LaChance because the car was registered to the apartment, according to Saugus Police Chief Michael Ricciardelli. On Aug. 22, the State Police Violent Fugitive Apprehension Section (VFAS) Metro Team arrested LaChance, after developing information that he was hanging out in Hingham. Police arrested him for failing to register with the Sex Off ender Registry Board. He’s being held on $250,000 bail following his arraignment. Soon after, the black Lincoln Zephyr showed up on Talbot Street in Saugus, parked near the entrance of the old Waybright Elementary School and a short distance from the entrance road to Heritage Heights. Lots of young children and their parents passed the car on Wednesday on their way to a “Back to School” celebration on the fi elds behind the Waybright School. Some people have questioned why the car that was once part of a police investigation remains on the street. Chief Ricciardelli said the police don’t have any interest in the car because it doesn’t belong to LaChance. “It’s registered to the mom who lives in the building,” the chief said this week. LaChance, 53, was convicted in 2001 of rape and indecent assault and battery on a person aged 14 or older. He was also convicted in 1991 of rape, according to the Massachusetts Sex Off ender Registry database. LaChance “has a history of predatory behavior and was convicted of several charges previously, including rape and kidnapping,” state police said in a recent statement. Tenants who live at Heritage Heights say LaChance hung out there for several weeks before he was told to leave the premises. A Back to School Celebration at the old Waybright Elementary School on Wednesday (Saugus Advocate photo by Mark E. Vogler)

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Page 8 THE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FriDAy, SEpTEmbEr 6, 2024 Saugus Senior Birthday Celebrations T he Senior Center hosted a special party on August 30, honoring 15 Saugus residents who shared August 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. New St. Anthony’s Flea Market 250 Revere St., Revere, Lower Hall Indoor Flea Market Saturday, September 14, 2024 from 8:00 AM - 2:00 PM Admission .50 Cents * Free with Ad Lot’s of New Vendors! New Vendors Welcome! For info, call Lynda: (781) 910-8615 AUGUST 2024 BIRTHDAYS: The Senior Center celebrated the collective birthdays of 15 Saugonians for the month last Friday (Aug. 30). Pictured from left to right: Front row: Myron Doughty, Rocco Tedeschi, Avis McLennan, Linda Murphy, Diane Sutera, Laura Taglieri and Mike Capozzi; back row: Charlie Varney, Sandra St. Clair, Mary Anne Venezia, Shelly D’Eon, Renee O’Donnell, Chris Wawrzynowicz, John Serino and Lorraine Martel. (Courtesy Photo to The Saugus Advocate) This Week on Saugus TV Sunday, Sept. 8 from 9 to 11 p.m. on Channel 8 – “Sunday Night Stooges” (The Three Stooges) Monday, Sept. 9 all day on Channel 8 – “Movie Monday” (classic movies) Tuesday, Sept. 10 at 7 p.m. on Channel 9 – Board of Health from Sept. 9 Wednesday, Sept. 11 at 4:30 p.m. on Channel 22 – Boys Soccer vs. Gloucester live Thursday, Sept. 12 at 6 VIRUS | FROM PAGE 4 lations. Northeast Massachusetts Mosquito Control prefers residents to request this insecticide service online. If you are having trouble with the online submission, you may call Northeast Massachusetts Mosquito Control’s request line at 978-352-2811. Residents requesting a treatment must call the office by Wednesdays at noon to be added to the current week’s spraying list. Calls can be made during office hours from 7 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. or be left on the agency’s automated voice message service. Please leave your name, full street address, town and phone number. “Adulticiding” is the application of an insecticide to reduce adult flying mosquito populations. The treatment is p.m. on Channel 9 – Library Board of Trustees live Friday, Sept. 13 at 4 p.m. on Channel 22 – Girls Soccer vs. St. Mary’s live Saturday, Sept. 14 at 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Channel 8 – Founders Day live 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 done by the means of a white pick-up truck with a ULV aerosol generator mounted in the bed. Pesticide applicators are equipped with an array of technical data that aids them in their application, which includes GIS mapping and a current list of the “Pesticide Exceptions” registered with the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. Residential ULV Adulticide requests are handled on a weekly basis; residents can call the Northeast Massachusetts Mosquito Control office between Monday and Wednesday; cut off time is at noon on Wednesday for that week’s treatment. Residential ULV Adulticiding takes place on Thursday nights, beginning 30 minutes after sunset. For any questions about WNV call the Saugus Board of Health at 781-231-4117. Anyone who would like to attend a birthday celebration at the Senior Center must sign up and get their ticket in advance. The next birthday celebration will be held on Friday, Sept. 20, due to the Senior Center’s Fundraiser being held on Sept. 27.

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Page 10 THE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FriDAy, SEpTEmbEr 6, 2024 ASKS | FROM PAGE 3 tise on elder law, probate and trust administration. Joining Spano Dawicki & Witt in 2012, she has since become a trusted advocate for her clients, specializing in estate planning, probate and trust administration, guardianship, conservatorship and navigating the complexities of MassHealth benefi ts. Beyond her legal prowess, Andrea is passionate about educating others. She volunteers at various institutions, teaching courses on elder law issues and providing pro-bono consultations to her community. She’s a frequent speaker at conferences, sharing her knowledge with healthcare professionals, social workers, attorneys, and the general public. When she’s not in the courtroom or the classroom, Andrea enjoys cheering on her kids at their sports events and musical theater performances. She’s knee-deep in the college search process with them and takes joy in watching her nieces and nephews grow. And when life gives her a breather, you’ll fi nd Andrea gearing up for outdoor adventures – she recently hiked Glacier National Park in Montana. She’s also a past marathoner, conquering numerous races in her time. She’s a 1994 graduate of Winchester High School. She received her Bachelor’s degree in Political Science from Boston College in 1998. She graduated from Suffolk University Law School in 2001. She’s been a licensed attorney since 2003. She has been with Spano and Dawicki since 2012. She has two children: Maggie, 20, a sophomore at ConnectiRON’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 cut College and Gus, 18, taking a post graduate year at Suffi eld Academy, and committed to attend and play baseball at Hobart College in fall 2025. They live withWitt’s longtime boyfriend/partner, Anthony Volo, at their home in Winchester. Witt does pro bono work at the Winchester and Woburn Senior Centers. Spano and Witt are two of just 29 Board Certifi ed Elder Law Attorneys in Massachusetts. Highlights of this week’s interview follow. Q: Tell me about the program you have at the Saugus Senior Center. Do you have a name and how did the idea start? Spano: The idea actually started with a longtime director of the Saugus Council on Aging named Frances Regal. She had me on her program in January or February of 1994 and asked me if I would be willing to come to the Senior Center and donate an hour or two of my time every month. We said “Yes.” And we worked out some details and we started in April of 1994, a little more than 30 years ago. So, it was really not our idea, but the idea of the director of the Council on Aging: Frances Regal. Q: But it has continued. Spano: Yes. Because there’s so much demand for it. Witt: Going to the Senior Center is something we really enjoy. It gives us a chance to meet with diff erent clients. It feels good to be able to answer some questions and help people who might not otherwise get the help that they need. When you have one good experience, you branch out and hope to have more good experiences, so we reached out to local communities to see who would appreciate participating in a program like this, and we’ve gotten really great feedback from the senior centers and from the people that we’ve met there. Spano: And now it’s not just Saugus; it’s Winchester, Woburn and Salem in addition to Saugus. And we’re out there once a month. And the people who come to us are normally people who, a) they may not be able to aff ord going to an attorney; b) they may have questions that are simple so we can answer them there or work with them in many cases on referrals to other organizations. We talked about Neighborhood Legal Services and the Northeast Justice Project. We often refer them there or we give them the numbers to places where they can get help. All they need is a little guidance to get them going. Q: This service you do is free. It’s totally pro bono. Witt: That’s right. I think it’s accurate, too, that sometimes people have a problem and they don’t know where to turn. They don’t know if this is a legal problem or something they should call an accountant for: Is this a problem at all that needs a solution? And they are clueless of where to turn. It’s really kind of daunting to call up an attorney and then for them to ask whether this attorney is really good and knows what I need, so to just come to the Senior Center, which is a place where they have typically have come before and feel comfortable at, and sit down at a table quite like this in a quiet, confi dential room with the door closed, it gives them an opportunity to sit down in a less formal setASKS | SEE PAGE 11 Tony Bartolo, Owner Email: Tonys9942@aol.com

THE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FriDAy, SEpTEmbEr 6, 2024 Page 11 ASKS | FROM PAGE 10 ting and get their questions answered. I find that every time somebody leaves, they are usually a little bit relieved or feel reassured and are glad that they came. And they realize what they thought was a huge problem isn’t such a huge problem – that it has a somewhat simple solution. Or they might leave thinking this is a bigger problem than what I recognized and I need to talk to somebody who can help me – whether we can solve the problem quickly or whether we recommend to dive a little bit deeper and need to attain an attorney to actually do some work. Either way, we feel like it’s a productive time and at least they get some of their questions answered. Q: Do they make the most of their time? Do you always get four or more people signed up? How many clients do you manage during that time? Spano: This month we tried to keep it to four because if people go over, we don’t want a long line of people waiting. This month in Saugus, they wanted to know if we could have five and possibly six. Sometimes we get seven or eight. We can book out a few months in advance. The Council on Aging Senior Centers actually manage the program, and that also makes the people feel more comfortable because they’re not calling a law firm and they’re not meeting in a law firm. When you go to the doctors, they say you have this artificially inflated blood pressure when you go there because you are nervous about being at the doctor. Well, people are nervous about going to lawyers many times. This time, it’s like us coming to their home. And they’re in control. Not us. Q: What’s the most you’ve had ever? Spano: There were some times that we were backed up and I took 10 or more people. But we try not to do that. Q: It probably went over the two hours on those occasions. Spano: Oh, it took more than that. It took half a day. We could probably open an office in a Senior Center and spend all day, every day for an entire year and just have people coming in. You look at the wonderful work that places like the Northeast Justice Project do, and they can have a multi-year waiting list, because there are people who just can’t afford services, and that’s a factor of the legal environment today, unfortunately. Q: When you look at all of the cases, what’s the subject or topic that sticks out the most? Witt: I’ve got two that stick out. The first one is people who are very scared about home care and how they can protect their assets. And that very often, somebody has put a bug in their ear that transferring the house to their children is going to solve all of their problems. Or drafting an irrevocable trust and putting all their assets into that trust – and that’s going to solve all of their problems. So, that’s something we talk about: the consequences of both of those actions. Those two, I see a lot of. The other thing I see a lot of is probate issues. Somebody has died – a friend, a parent or a child. They know there’s this process they call probate. Maybe an attorney is involved; maybe they’re not yet involved. But people are very confused about how that process works and what their rights are. And that’s when you have the things you see on TV, like people fighting over the vase or the jewelry – and stories like that. Spano: You can’t escape the incessant commercials on the radio, television and on the Internet about “Don’t lose your home if you go in the nursing home.” There’s a real problem with that. The five-year rule. What’s amazing is that most people don’t go into a nursing home and live there for more than 90 days. And it’s probably less than 20 percent of the people. And some statistics show that it’s around five to seven percent. As evidence to that, you have been on the North Shore for a long time; you’ve seen nursing home after nursing home close. Since we’re all aging and the Baby Boomer generation is hitting the bubble, why aren’t they building more nursing homes? That’s because the reality is that people aren’t going to them. So this fear [losing your home to a nursing home] is based on a false premise. But fear motivates people to call you and buy your services. Once they transfer the house to the children, even if the children are the best kids in the world, if that kid has a child going to college and they’re applying for financial aid or they get in a car accident or something and somebody sues them or they get into a divorce, now, part of that house is going to somebody else. And there are cases, and we get them every single week, where somebody wanted to get the house back in their name, sell it and move into assisted living – and the THE LAW FIRM: Attorneys Christine Hurley, Francine Dawicki, Stephen J. Spano and Andrea A.J. Witt are the legal team at Spano Dawicki & Witt, a Saugus-based law office that specializes in elder law. (Courtesy Photo to The Saugus Advocate) son said, “No.” And we see this all of the time. And the consequences are that once you transfer that house into your irrevocable trust or to another person, it’s no longer yours. And the people who are doing this advertising fail to tell people that. And it’s just immoral. It’s wrong. And of all the things that cause pain to people, that seems to be the worst. And the other situation, which I see all of the time, is people saying, “Why do I need a will or a health care proxy or power of attorney for my spouse? I can make their health care decisions. I get everything after they die.” That’s not always the case. Because the law doesn’t – if you don’t have a will – give everything to the surviving spouse. In addition, if I were to have a concussion today, or go into a coma without a health care proxy, my wife cannot make health care decisions for me. She would have to go to court for a very time-consuming, lengthy process called a guardianship. It’s sad. Q: Is the joint tenant thing – I went through it in my own experience. It seems like if you have a close family, it’s a good thing if you have the joint tenancy. So when the transition happens … Spano: Joint tenancy can be an excellent option. But there are downsides to it as well. For example, what if there are three children and you put all three children on the house with you? And one is now going through a divorce. That’s now going to be part of the divorce proceeding, where if you left it to them in the will, and you died many years later and the divorce would be finalized. So the house wouldn’t be subject to those divorce proceedings. And unfortunately, since half of all marriages end in divorce. Witt: I think the problem of multiple children owning a home is that typically everybody is in a different financial situation. So let’s say a new roof has to be put on – if those kids can’t decide to put the roof on. More than nine times out of 10, you run into problems when siblings own a house together. It’s just a difficult thing to maintain for any period of time. Spano: Now if you’re an only child, it’s an entirely different situation. But let’s say you’re one of the children living in the home and you’ve got the parent out of the nursing home. Let’s say the child took care of the parent for 12 years. Yet, the parent had three children and they put all three children on the deed – if the other two children wanted to sell the property. Yet, that child gave up their property and moved in with mom to take care of her. The siblings don’t care that the child gave up their home to take care of mom. That’s a situation we see a lot. Witt: There are all different situations and they don’t apply to everybody. There is no one-size-fits-all plan. You have to look at the totality of the circumstances. What are the dynamics and the family? How many people are in this family? There could be children. There could not be children. Q: What’s the most unusual case that you have fielded from the Senior Center? Witt: I’m dealing with an interesting case right now with a mobile home: a transfer that might not have been done correctly. Somebody signed it over to the next person 30 years ago, but it wasn’t done correctly, and then nothing was done for 30 years. But now, we have quite a mess to unravel. So, that was sort of a different one than I expected and usually see. Spano: I was thinking that time was your enemy. Time is the enemy of most people. They just let things go over and over. The sad cases, they come to us. As far as the cases that stick out, they tend to be the cases that get emotional and are not intellectual. We get spouses coming in who are shaking and they’re telling us their spouse is going into the nursing home and they are going to lose their home. That’s not the case. And we can look up the deed on the iPad as we’re sitting there and we can see that the house is in both names and we tell them that as long as you continue to live in that house, the state is not going to put a lien on it while you are in it. And what happens when your spouse dies – you are going to be the sole owner of the house. The state is not going to put a lien on it. Even if you are not the power of attorney, when your spouse dies, you will be the sole owner of the house and you can sell the house. Q: One last question: Why would you recommend to people out there to come to the Senior Center and take advantage of your program? Spano: There are people who can’t afford it and they have some questions. It doesn’t cause you any harm other than the time you have taken out of your day to go there. On the other hand, if you think you have a complex question, you should hire an ASKS | SEE PAGE 15

Page 12 THE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FriDAy, SEpTEmbEr 6, 2024 99th Annual Italian Feast of Saints Cosmas & Damian This Weekend! motown Legend Thelma Houston, The Cover Girls, brenda K. Starr, SNAp!, LaLa brooks of Crystals headline the annual 3 Day Feast I t’s that time of year again when the streets of East Cambridge will come alive for the 99th Annual Italian Feast of Saints Cosmas and Damian THIS WEEKEND - September 6, 7 & 8 on Warren, Cambridge and Porter Streets in East Cambridge.The threeday fun family event features a wide variety of sweet and savory food, a beer garden, amusement rides, games, parades and music that spans four decades of dance, pop, and rock.Festivities begin on Friday at 6:00pm when Saints Cosmas and Damian accompanied by members of the Society, the North End Marching Band, and the faithful process from their permanent home at 17 Porter Street in East Cambridge to the outdoor chapel overlooking the festival concourse on Warren Street. At 7:00pm, a special healing service with the holy relics of Saints Cosmas and Damian and led by Monsignor Anthony Spinosa (formerly from East Cambridge) from the Basilica and National Shrine of Our Lady of Lebanon will take place at the outdoor chapel. Warren Street Party Night will begin at 7:30pm with a performance by 1980’s sensation SNAP! Featuring Thea Austin singing mega hits “I Got The Power”, “Rhythm Is A Dancer” and more. Then 1990’s icon Brenda K. Starr comes to the stage to sing her many top hits such as “I Still Believe”, “What You See is What You Get”, “Breakfast in Bed”. In addition, MC Freddie B and Club Classic DJ Ricky (former STAR FM) will keep the night going and make sure everyone is dancing in the streets! On Saturday, the festivities begin at 1:00pm as the savory aromas of pizza, fried dough, Italian sausages, peppers, zeppoles, and much more permeate the air around Cambridge, Porter, and Warren Streets, along with continuous entertainment, including Dom Catino’s Sounds of Sinatra show and New England’s internationally acclaimed vocal duo, P2. Brenda K Starr er Girls come to Cambridge and sing their many huge hits such as “Because of You”, “Inside Outside”, “Show Me”, “We Can’t Go Wrong”, and “My Heart Skips a Beat”. Don’t miss this high energy show!At 9:00pm Motown and Grammy Award Winning Legend direct from FOX-TV’s Masked Singer, the iconic Thelma Houston takes the stage! She will be singing all her hits, including her #1 Billboard song and disco anthem “Don’t Leave Me This Way”, “Sunday Morning”, and “Saturday Night”. Don’t miss seeing this legend at our feast! Don’t miss this highlight! Thelma Houston At 6:30pm Saints Cosmas and Damian accompanied by members of the Society, the North End Marching Band, the award-winning Everett High School Marching Band and the faithful process from their permanent home at 17 Porter Street to the outdoor chapel. Beginning at 8:00pm, 1980’s hit machine The Original CovThe grand finale of the Feast on Sunday begins at 10:30am with an outdoor Mass in honor of the Healing Saints Cosmas and Damian on the Warren Street Stage. At 1:30pm the grand procession with the Saints, accompanied by the North End Marching Band, Northeast Marching Band, winds through the streets of East Cambridge and Somerville as it has for nearly 100 years. Local favorites Stephen Savio and Seabreeze as well as Smokin’ Joe and his band entertain throughout the day as the food and fun flow through the streets. The parade arrives back on Warren Street at 7:00pm for a welcome back confetti celebration followed by a performance by the founding lead singer LaLa Brooks of the Crystals singing their huge hits from the 60’s ~ SHS Sachem Sports roundup ~ SAUGUS GOLF STARTS SLOW, SHOWS PROGRESS By Dom Nicastro The Saugus High School golf team has come out of the gates with losses to Swampscott, Winthrop and Masconomet. “We are 0-3 to start the year, but the team is showing improvement every day,” first-year Saugus coach Dan Bertrand said. “Through the first three matches, our team’s top three-point leaders are Hunter Arsenault (junior), Artie O’Leary (sophomore) and freshman John Morello. Saugus’ captain is Arsenault. “He was with us last year and golfed in the four spot,” Bertrand said. “He has moved up to the one spot this year which is always difficult because of the impressive talent our conference has, but he has handled it well collecting points in each of his matches. Hunter has an impressive short game and putts very well. This is Bertrand’s first year as the varsity coach. He coached the junior varsity team three years before this year. He played for Saugus High golf as a senior in 2016. BOYS SOCCER TOPS MALDEN The Saugus boys’ soccer team defeated Malden, 3-1, at Anna Parker Field. Captain Xavier Martinez, Victor Ferreira and Carlos Miranda had the goals. Saugus was set to take on Swampscott, Wednesday, Sept. 4. GIRLS’ SOCCER STARTS UNDER NEW LEADERSHIP The Saugus High School girls’ soccer team hopes to continue its string of success under new coach April Martinez, who takes over for the retired Chris Coviello. The Sachems’ four senior captains are: Layla Manderson: A center back, Martinez has coached Manderson for the past four years in club. She is a threat in the back. “She has grown to become in my opinion one of the best center backs in the NEC,” Martinez said. “I look to her to organize the defense and get the team prepared for practice and our first game.” Taylor Deleidi: attacking midfield. Deleidi is always smiling and nothing seems to bother her. She balances out the other captains, according to her coach. Tori Carter: Goalie. “This is my first year knowing Tori, but I coached her older sister in club,” Martinez said. “She is a strong goalie that is fierce in net and not afraid of anything.” Madison Botta: Striker. “She is one of the most skilled players I have ever coached,” Martinez said. “She is unstoppable. Currently, she has 186 points going into her senior year: 54 goals and 32 assists.” ROUNDUP | SEE PAGE 13 and 70’s “Da Doo Ron Ron”, “Then He Kissed Me”, “Be My Baby” and more! Brooks was also the star of the Original Broadway Musical “Hair”.In addition, parking is available in Twin City Plaza next to the feast all weekend. Come have a bite to eat, go on a ride, play a game, and enjoy all of our great free entertainment. See you at the Feast! For Feast and vendor information, call (617) 407-1256 or visit www.cosmas-and-damian.org.

THE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FriDAy, SEpTEmbEr 6, 2024 Page 13 Saugus Sachems gear up for challenging season with new leaders at the helm By Dom Nicastro T he Saugus High School football team is preparing for a season of growth and challenges under Head Coach Steve Cummings. After the team chose to take its bye week at the start of the season, it gained an additional week of preseason practice, setting it up for a challenging opening against Cambridge Rindge and Latin on Sept. 13 on the road (6 p.m.). Three out of the first four games are on the road. The home opener comes on Thursday, Sept. 26 in another non-leaguer against Lynn Tech (6:30 p.m.). “We lost a lot of seniors last year, so we figured it would be better off to have the extra week of preseason,” said Cummings. Despite the youth and inexperience on the squad, the Sachems are optimistic about the season. With 45 players in camp – an increase from the 30s last year – the team has more depth to work with. This includes new freshmen and upperclassmen who’ve returned after a year or two away from the program. Cummings emphasized the importance of identifying new leaders to replace last year’s standout players like Braden Faiella, Tommy DeSimone and Isaiah Rodriguez, who were key to the team’s success. Last year, Saugus finished the season 5-6. The program ROUNDUP | FROM PAGE 12 “This year we look as strong as last year,” Martinez said. Saugus went 143-1 in the 2023 regular season, got an OT tourney win over North Reading and lost to No. 1-seeded Medfield, 1-0, in the Round of 16. “Their goal is to win their conference and make it further into the postseason than last year,” Martinez said. “I bring a different coaching methodology along with different formations and style of play. They seem to have embraced these changes and are hungry to win.” Saugus scrimmaged Bishop Fenwick and ended in a 3-3 tie. The Sachems were down 3-0 in the first Shown from left to right: asst. coaches Mark Poto and Edlyn Dos Santos, Head Coach Steven Cummings, asst. coaches Shane Rhuda and Greg Bluestein. (Advocate file photo) won one game total in 2021 and 2022 and about a handful over the last five. Starting 3-0 and finishing with an almost .500 record and five total wins in 2023? That’s progress. “We’re trying to find those guys in our program right now, whether they’re sophomores or juniors, to go along with the senior class that we have right now that can take the reins and push the program in the right direction,” Cummings said. This year, senior Cody Munafo (fullback/middle linebacker) and junior Kobe Jette (two-way lineman) have been named captains, both of whom bring significant experience and leadership to the field. “Those two really took some leadership roles in the offseason,” Cummings said. “They were on top of getting guys to offseason workouts, making sure the weight room was open, and those kinds of things.” At the quarterback position, the Sachems have competition brewing between Jordan Rodriguez and freshman Eli Fialho. The former got some significant playing time at signal-caller after Saugus’ starter went down. “Jordan Rodriguez is a fantastic athlete,” Cummings said. “He’s one of those guys that’s going to make a difference no matter where we put him on the field.” On Fialho, he said, “He’s a freshman, so we’re trying not half. The girls came out flat-footed but made up for it in the second half, the coach said. The team also scrimmaged D1 Billerica and lost, 2-1. Billerica scored the winning goal with two minutes left in the match. “The girls played much better than they did against Fenwick while missing two starters,” Martinez said. VOLLEYBALL OPENS WITH VICTORY Saugus girls’ volleyball began the 2024 campaign with a sweep of Whittier Tech. Junior varsity also won in a sweep. “Both teams played phenomenalto throw too much at him too quick. We’re trying to develop him the right way.” The Sachems’ schedule is daunting, featuring nonleague games against Cambridge Rindge and Latin, Wilmington, Lynn Tech, and Peabody on Thanksgiving. Peabody is in different divisions in the Northeastern Conference now, swapping with Swampscott, who will now play in Saugus’ portion of the NEC in a league game. Most of the teams on Saugus’ schedule have playoff pedigree. Cummings is eager for the challenge; Cambridge Rindge & Latin, a Division 2 playoff team last season, will test the Sachems right from the start. “We wanted to start ly,” Saugus coach Mikayla Niles said. “Each and every girl stepped up today in their positions when needed. Both teams played together and as a unit. Not a better opening-day game than how it went tonight. We’re home Friday for our first home game and hope to carry the same energy into then.” Two standout players would be middle hitters: senior Abby Wooldridge and senior captain Gia Saunders. Early in the second game, Saugus lost its libero to injury. With no backup libero to play both middles had to play back row. They did excellent back there with their passing and really stepped up to help the team out when it needed it, Niles said. our schedule out tough because we want to find out what we have, see what guys are going to bring to the table,” Cummings said. The Sachems’ NEC slate, although shorter, is just as formidable. With four league games against Gloucester, Salem, Winthrop and Swampscott – all of whom made playoff appearances last year – the team will need to be battle-tested if they hope to contend for a league title. Salem lost in the Super Bowl. “If you are the team that comes out of our league with a league title, I mean, you had to earn it,” said Cummings. “Once you get to the playoffs, you’re battle-tested.” FIELD HOCKEY WORKING WAY TOWARD FRESH START Saugus field hockey coach Barbara Guarente takes her young team into the 2024 season with hopes for a strong season. Captains are junior Audrey Comeau and senior Sami Sarnacchiaro. “We have not broken down the teams as of yet,” Guarente said. “We have not played in any games. We have 22 kids signed up with nine of them eighth graders. Our team is very young. We have seen great improvement with everyone during pre-season.”

Page 14 THE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FriDAy, SEpTEmbEr 6, 2024 If you have any questions about this week’s report, e-mail us at bob@beaconhillrollcall. com or call us at (617) 720-1562. Beacon Hill Roll Call Volume 49 - Report No. 35 August 26-30, 2024 Copyright © 2024 Beacon Hill Roll Call. All Rights Reserved. By Bob Katzen GET A FREE SUBSCRIPTION TO MASSTERLIST – Join more than 22,000 people, from movers and shakers to political junkies and interested citizens, who start their weekday morning with MASSterList— the popular newsletter that chronicles news and informed analysis about what’s going on up on Beacon Hill, in Massachusetts politics, policy, media and infl uence. The stories are drawn from major news organizations as well as specialized publications. MASSterlist will be e-mailed to you FREE every Monday through Friday morning and will give you a leg up on what’s happening in the blood sport of Bay State politics. For more information and to get your free subscription, go to: https:// massterlist.com/subscribe/ THE HOUSE AND SENATE: There were no roll call votes in the House or Senate last week. This week, Beacon Hill Roll Call reports local senators’ roll call attendance records for the 2024 session through August 30. The Senate has held 150 roll calls so far in the 2024 session. Beacon Hill Roll Call tabulates the number of roll calls on which each senator voted and then calculates that number as a percentage of the total roll call votes held. That percentage is the number referred to as the roll call attendance record. Thirty-six (90 percent) of the current 40 senators did not miss any roll calls and have 100 percent roll call attendance records. Four (10 percent) of the 40 senators missed one or more roll calls. It is a Senate tradition that the Senate president only votes occasionally. Current Senate President Karen Spilka follows that tradition and only voted on 28 (18.7 percent) of the 150 roll calls while not voting on 122 (81.3 percent) of them. Sen. Mike Rush (D-West Roxbury) missed 14 roll calls for a roll call attendance record of 90.6 percent. Sen. Mike Barrett (D-Lexington) missed three roll calls resulting in a 98 percent roll call attendance record. Sen. Liz Miranda (D-Boston) missed one roll call resulting in a 99.3 percent roll call attendance record. Beacon Hill Roll Call contacted Rush, Barrett and Miranda asking why they missed some roll calls. Here are their responses: Sen. Mike Rush: “I am one of three members of the Senate who are active reservists. On April 25th, June 6th and June 13th, I was on orders with the United States Navy and as a result was unable to participate in roll call votes during session. I had submitted letters to the Clerk of the Senate to be included in the Senate Journal stating this fact and recording how I would have voted had I been present.” Sen. Mike Barrett: “I was drafting the Senate’s climate bill, exacting work that occasionally had me missing a roll call.” Sen. Liz Miranda: “I missed one roll call because I actually came late into the chamber, from my offi ce while dealing with an emergency constituent issue. I submitted a letter when I arrived moments after.” SENATORS’ 2024 ROLL CALL ATTENDANCE RECORDS THROUGH AUGUST 30, 2024 The percentage listed next to the senator’s name is the percentage of roll call votes on which the senator voted. The number in parentheses represents the number of roll calls that he or she missed. Sen. Brendan Crighton 100 percent (0) ALSO UP ON BEACON HILL PUBLIC SAFETY PERSONNEL (S 1666) – The House gave initial approval to a bill that would allow public safety personnel with impaired health, presumed to have suff ered in the line of duty, to submit an affi - davit attesting that he or she did undergo a physical examination on entry into service, if their employer failed to maintain such records. “Public safety personnel like police and fi refi ghters that are injured in the line of duty or suff er illness due to their occupation shouldn’t have to jump through hoops or navigate red tape if their employer fails to maintain proper medical records documenting their service,” said sponsor Sen. Paul Feeney (D-Foxborough).“I am proud to have fi led this legislation to help relieve public safety offi cials of the undue burden of proving an occupational presumption when through no fault of their own, their medical records have been lost or damaged by their employing department. PROTECT CATS AND DOGS (S 2908) – The House gave initial approval to legislation that would prohibit the sale or transfer of any puppies and kittens under eight weeks old. Violators would be fi ned $100 per animal. When the animal is more than eight weeks old, the outright ban is lifted and replaced with a section that would prohibit the sale or transfer of any dogs or cats at specifi ed outdoor locations, such as flea markets and roadsides. This prohibition would not apply to the transfer of a dog or cat by, or to, a shelter, animal control or animal rescue; or to the display of a dog or cat as part of a state or county fair exhibition, a 4-H program or similar exhibition or educational program. Violators would be fi ned $50 per animal for a fi rst off ense, $100 for a second offense and $300 for a third and subsequent off enses. “Passing this legislation would represent an end to the supply-and-demand relationship between Massachusetts and puppy mills and give these animals a better opportunity at fi nding a home,” said Sen. Patrick O’Connor (R-Weymouth), a sponsor of an earlier version of the measure. “I am a longtime supporter of animal protection issues, even before I ran for Senate. I have co-sponsored many animal protection bills and I am focused on protecting animals as some of the most vulnerable members of our society. All animals deserve to be treated with respect and dignity and I am proud to be a voice for animal rights on Beacon Hill.” “As an animal lover I have been proud to support animal welfare legislation throughout my legislative career including sponsoring [this bill],” said Sen. John Velis (D-Westfi eld), another sponsor of an earlier version of the measure. “At the most fundamental level this bill seeks to prevent a variety of health issues among dogs and cats because they were prematurely separated from their mother or sold at inappropriate locations such as along the side of a road. I am thrilled that this bill is currently being considered by the House of Representatives following its passage in the Senate a few weeks ago.” The bill still needs additional approval by both the House and Senate prior to it going to Gov. Maura Healey for her signature. RENAME THE MASSACHUSETTS REHABILITATION COMMISSION (S 2941) – The Senate approved legislation that would rename the Massachusetts Rehabilitation Commission to MassAbility, a change that supporters say will better and properly defi ne the agency’s role in supporting residents with disabilities to live independently. In April, the House approved a diff erent version of the bill and the Senate version now goes to the House for consideration. Supporters said the name change refl ects the intention of the commission to empower individuals living with disabilities and move away from outdated terminology as the offi ce undergoes broad changes toward a more expansive model for disability employment services and independent living. They noted that the legislation also removes off ensive terminology in current Massachusetts law referring to people with disabilities. “This legislation is not just a name change but a mission enhancement,” said Sen. Nick Collins, Senate Chair of the Committee on State Administration and Regulatory Oversight. “By defi ning the commonwealth’s response now with emphasis on the abilities of our citizens, we are taking the MassAbility Commission in a new proactive, positive direction to better serve the community’s needs.” “This historic legislation represents the state’s commitment to propelling the disability movement forward,” said Massachusetts Rehabilitation Commissioner Toni Wolf. “Language has the power to shape people and culture, tackle stigmas, biases and stereotypes. For too long, the words we’ve used have not reflected the strengths, resilience and determination of the disability community. This legislation changes that. We are changing life in Massachusetts for the better, making it more equitable, accessible and inclusive for people with disabilities.” “Every person has the right to live an independent and meaningful life regardless of ability, with the same access to work, housing and services that every resident deserves,” said Senate President Karen Spilka (D-Ashland). “This name change refl ects the strong work of MassAbility to deliver that access to every individual who works with them. In removing archaic laws, we are taking an important step toward making our laws refl ective of the equitable commonwealth we continue to strive for.” LONG TERM CARE AND ASSISTED LIVING (H 5033) – The House and Senate approved and sent to Gov. Healey a new version of a bill making changes to the state’s long term care and assisted living industry that supporters said will make sweeping reforms to these two industries and will take a powerful step toward delivering high quality and safe care for older residents across the state. The bill includes provisions related to basic health services administered in assisted living facilities and oversight of longterm care facilities, including creation of a program for the certifi cation, training and oversight of certified medication aides who would be authorized to administer medications to residents of long-term care facilities; several new initiatives to recruit and retain a dedicated long-term care workforce; allowing assisted living residences to offer basic health services such as helping a resident administer drops, manage their oxygen or take a home diagnostic test; giving the Executive Offi ce of Elder Aff airs new powers to penalize non-compliance by allowing it to fi ne assisted living residences up to $500 per day; and authorizing the attorney general to fi le a civil action against a person who commits abuse, mistreatment or neglect of a patient or resident. Other provisions allow the Department of Public Health (DPH) to limit, restrict or revoke a long-term care facility’s license for cause, such as substantial or sustained failure to provide adequate care, substantial or sustained failure to comply with laws or regulations or lack of fi nancial capacity to operate a facility; streamline the process for small house nursing homes to be licensed;direct DPH to establish and implement training and education programs on topics such as infection prevention and control, resident care plans and staff safety programs; and require long-term care facilities to develop individualized outbreak response plans to contain the spread of disease and ensure consistent communication with DPH, residents, families, and staff . The measure also would require each long-term care facility to provide staff trainBEACON | SEE PAGE 15

THE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FriDAy, SEpTEmbEr 6, 2024 Page 15 BEACON | FROM PAGE 14 ing on the rights and care of LGBTQ+ older adults and older adults living with HIV; forbid any long-term care facility and its staff from discriminating based in whole or in part on a person’s sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, intersex status or HIV status, whether through the denial of admission, medical or non-medical care, access to restrooms or through room assignments. “This legislation couldn’t have come at a more critical time when more oversight and accountability are needed in long-term care,” said Rep. Tom Stanley (D-Waltham), House chair of the Committee on Elder Affairs. “[The bill] marks the first major legislative reform to our long term care and assisted living industries in over a quarter of a century. This legislation enhances both access to and quality of care in longterm care settings, tightens suitability standards for operators, strengthens supports for the long-term care workforce and permanently allows assisted living residences to offer basic health services to their residents.” “This landmark legislation is the culmination of years of advocacy and collaboration among so many people committed to improving life for our family, friends and neighbors residing or working in longterm care, assisted living and the community,” said Sen. Pat Jehlen (D-Somerville), Senate chair of the Elder Affairs Committee. “There is always more work to do but we have agreed on policy that will surely have a positive impact on quality of care, transparency and oversight and planning for the future.” “This bill is an important step toward ensuring older adults receive the care they need to be safe and healthy,” said Rep. Hannah Kane (R-Shrewsbury). “Strengthening oversight of long-term care facilities, requiring infectious disease outASKS | FROM PAGE 11 attorney and go to that attorney. But if you’re concerned, it’s keeping you up at night and it’s a question you don’t know the answer to, I tell people, “Google does not have a law degree,” and you should seek out somebody who knows what he or she is doing. The program makes it easy for individuals and families that might not have the financial resources to consult with an attorney to be able to do so – for break plans, improving licensing requirements and other reforms … will protect vulnerable patients and provide the commonwealth with the tools needed to enforce the standards for long term care facilities.” CHILD SEXUAL ABUSE (S 2932) – The House last week gave initial approval to a bill, approved by the Senate in July, that would allow victims of child sexual abuse to file a civil suit, any time after the abuse took place, against an individual who sexually abused a minor or negligently supervised a person who sexually abused a minor. This would replace current law that places a statute of limitations which limits the time period during which a victim is allowed to sue, to the later of either 35 years after the abuse or seven years after discovery of damages relating to the abuse, with both timeframes beginning to run when the minor turns 18. Prior to 2014, the law allowed even less time to file a suit. The statute of limitations was limited to three years after a victim turned 18. That law was changed by the Legislature in 2014 to reflect current law. When the Senate first approved the bill on July 31, sponsor Sen. Joan Loverly (D-Salem) said, “Back in 2014, we passed a statute of limitations for civil claims of child sexual abuse that would allow claims up to 35 years after the victim turned 18, or until 53 years old. I questioned then, and over the last decade, what was the magic number of 53, and I couldn’t find one. I couldn’t find that answer. So I decided to dig in, to talk to advocates, to talk to survivors, to talk to the public safety [officials].” Lovely continued, “I want to thank all of the survivors in and out of my district who have come to me, including colleagues, who disclosed to me that at some point in their life they were sexually abused, but they choose not to come forward and disclose because of how painful it is. It really is lifelong pain and trauma.” The bill is a “great thing” for survivors in Massachusetts, said Sandi Johnson, senior legislative policy counsel at the Rape, Abuse and Incest National Network. “We believe that survivors should have access to justice, regardless of when they’re able to access that justice,”said Johnson. “Eliminating that statute of limitations puts the focus back on whether or not there’s enough evidence, rather than just arbitrary timelines. Trauma is not a timeline and can’t be governed by a timeline.” Reps. Ken Gordon (D-Bedford) and John Lawn (D-Watertown) who filed earlier versions of the bill, did not respond to repeated requests by Beacon Hill Roll Call asking them to comment on this bill. QUOTABLE QUOTES “We all have an important role to play in protecting civil rights, particularly at a time when societal divisions and political polarization have resulted in decreased civility and increased intolerance. The Healey-Driscoll Administration remains focused on developing and supporting the programs, policies and initiatives that strengthen Massachusetts’ ability to uphold our values and embrace our differences.” ---Public Safety and Security Secretary Terrence Reidy on the Healey administration’s convening a statewide Civil Rights Symposium for 200 law enforcement officers to promote justice, equity and civil rights protections for all Bay State residents and visitors. “One of my first commitments as governor was to launch this assessment across our administration with the goal of applying an equity lens to everything we do. If we want to break down barriers to accessing government service and ensure we are reaching every community, we need to be able to measure what’s working well and what needs improvement – and then we need to act.” free. People can meet an attorney to have their basic questions answered and to obtain referrals to other organizations that may be able to help them for free. And there’s no age requirement. People under 65 can participate in the program. Witt: It’s a really good opportunity. A lot of people come in very nervous because they don’t feel comfortable talking to a lawyer. But when they leave, they say they’re really glad they came here. They tell us, “You were very easy to talk ---Gov. Healey upon releasing a report on equity assessment which analyzed how each state agency can improve equity, accessibility and accountability. “We are thrilled and honored to be recognized once again by The Princeton Review. This ranking is a reflection of the hard work and dedication of our entire Umass Dining team, who are committed to delivering an outstanding dining experience for our students every day. We believe that good food is essential to the well-being of our community, and we will continue to push the boundaries of what campus dining can be.” ---Ken Toong, assistant vice chancellor of Umass Auxiliary Enterprises, which includes Umass Dining, on Umass Amherst being rated number 1, for the 8th consecutive year, by The Princeton Review’s list of Best Campus Food, for its exceptional campus dining experience. “Today, the Massachusetts Republican Party is standing against the veil of secrecy and the obstructionist efforts of the Healey-Driscoll administration and the Democratic supermajority. We stand with the Massachusetts press corps in declaring: enough is enough. The public deserves transparency. Release the details on the vendors profiting from this crisis and the public safety issues affecting our communities. On behalf of Massachusetts residents, we are demanding accountability.” ---Massachusetts Republican Party Chair, Amy Carnevale, upon submitting FOIA requests for documents she says might expose $1 billion in Secret Migrant Crisis Spending as well as detailed information on 600 incidents involving police, fire and medical emergencies in state-funded emergency housing. HOW LONG WAS LAST WEEK’S SESSION? Beacon Hill Roll Call tracks the length of time that the House and Senate were in sesto. I didn’t realize this wasn’t such a big deal.” I think we’re good for that. While we’re wearing suits today, I rarely go to the Senior Center wearing suits. It’s not necessary. It can be somewhat intimidating. It’s a good opportunity to sit down with someone and comfortably feel you can talk out a problem. I think they leave feeling they were glad that they came and feeling better that they got to talk about whatever they wanted to talk about. sion each week. Many legislators say that legislative sessions are only one aspect of the Legislature’s job and that a lot of important work is done outside of the House and Senate chambers. They note that their jobs also involve committee work, research, constituent work and other matters that are important to their districts. Critics say that the Legislature does not meet regularly or long enough to debate and vote in public view on the thousands of pieces of legislation that have been filed. They note that the infrequency and brief length of sessions are misguided and lead to irresponsible latenight sessions and a mad rush to act on dozens of bills in the days immediately preceding the end of an annual session. During the week of August 26-30. the House met for a total of one hour and 15 minutes and the Senate met for a total of three hours and 50 minutes. Mon. August 26 House11:01 a.m. to 11:20 a.m. Senate 11:13 a.m. to 11:18 a.m. Tues. August 27 No House session No Senate session Wed. August 28 No House session No Senate session Thurs. August 29 House 11:00 a.m. to 11:56 a.m. Senate 11:16 a.m. to 3:01 p.m. Fri. August 30 No House session No Senate session Bob Katzen welcomes feedback at bob@beaconhillrollcall.com Bob founded Bea - con Hill Roll Call in 1975 and was inducted into the New England Newspaper and Press Association (NENPA) Hall of Fame in 2019 ELECTION | FROM PAGE 5 in the outcome of Saugus voting in the state primary. The 3,299 of the 22,205 registered voters who turned out – close to 15 percent – mirrored the overall results. In the Republican race for the U.S. Senate, Deaton (807) easily beat out challengers Antonellis (501) and Cain (82). Saugus voters favored Driscoll over Doherty for the Clerk of Courts seat by a 1,222 to 396 margin. Eileen R. Duff received 1,184 votes while her Democratic challenger Joseph Gentleman received 456 votes. Duff will face Republican Jonathan Edward Ring in November. As of Aug. 7, there were 22,154 total registered voters in Saugus. That included 4,928 Democrats, 2,110 Republicans, 14,852 unenrolled and 59 Libertarians.

Page 16 THE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FriDAy, SEpTEmbEr 6, 2024 Saugus Gardens in the Summer Here’s what’s blooming in town this week to make your walks more enjoyable By Laura Eisener A walk in Vitale Park beside the river will provide views of some lovely native fruiting shrubs, the beach plum (Prunus maritima). In spring, they produce showy white flowers, and around Labor Day the small plums ripen. Most beach plums are a purplish color that people often refer to as “plum color” – similar to the larger and more familiar plums that grow on trees like many varieties of European plum (Prunus domestica) and some varieties of Japanese plum (Prunus salicina) and some American hybrids (Prunus americana). However, some beach plum shrubs produce fruits that are red or even orange or yellow when ripe, and both kinds can be seen in early September here in this park. As you enter the green space and walk down the brick path, the shrub on the left is laden with yellow fruit while the one on the right has darker purple-black fruit. Along with blueberries (Vaccinium corymbosum and Vaccinium angustifolium), cranberries (Vaccinium macrocarpon), serviceberries (Amelanchier spp.) and a few others, beach plums are a native North American fruit that still grows wild in some places in New England. Walkers, gardeners and anyone else spending time outdoors should remember to use mosquito repellant since Saugus and several other nearby towns have been elevated to Unusual yellow-toned beach plums hang from a shrub at Vitale Park. (Photo courtesy of Laura Eisener) high risk for West Nile virus and EEE, especially at hours near dusk and dawn. It is still likely to be many weeks before we have a hard frost that will end the mosquito season. Now that the barn swallows have begun migrating south, there may be more mosquitoes in some areas than we have seen most of the summer. We are being bombarded by acorns, especially on windy days like Sunday was. The sounds of cicadas and crickets can still be heard, especially in the evening. (Hopefully, you are loaded up with mosquito repellant if you are out near dusk or dawn to guard against EEE and West Nile virus.) Despite a bit of color appearing in the leaves of some trees around town, we are far from finished with the flowers of summer. Chrysanthemums may be in the markets but most are not yet in full bloom, and while some eveDee LeMay’s sunflower stretches up toward the sky and attracts many bees. (Photo courtesy of Dee LeMay) This sunflower grows on Joanie Allbee’s balcony. (Photo courtesy of Joanie Allbee) nings have been cool, the days continue to be warm. Common sunflowers (HeliChinese lanterns from Julia Aston’s garden look lovely in a vase in Dee LeMay’s house. (Photo courtesy of Dee LeMay) anthus annuus) are enjoying a moment of popularity for many reasons. This week’s column includes a picture of one blooming in the home garden of community garden volunteer Dee LeMay and another growing in a container on the balcony of Saugus Garden Club member Joanie Allbee. They are the national flower of Ukraine. On Labor Day I saw a beautiful crocheted sunflower pin made by a Ukrainian woman who gave it to one of my friends. Among Vincent Van Gogh’s most popular paintings is one of a bouquet of varied sunflower varieties. Many farms, including a few in Essex County, grow fields of sunflowers as part of their agritourism business, and visitors enjoy walking among the towering blossoms. However, in the Victorian Language of Flowers they symbolize “False Riches” and no one would want a bouquet of those. They may sometimes have been seen as a rustic farm flower, and of course they are grown for such practical purposes as sunflower oil and birdseed as well as for the beauty of their blossoms. To The most frequently seen color for ripe beach plums is purplish, as on this shrub at Vitale Park. (Photo courtesy of Laura Eisener) a lot of us, they represent the abundant joy of late summer, and perhaps personify sunshine itself, with the golden ray flowers radiating out from the face. Chinese lantern (Alkekengi officinarum, formerly known as Physalis alkekengi) is an ornamental plant grown for the papery coverings on its fruits, rather than for its flowers. The flower calyxes grow much larger than the fruit developing within. These resemble hanging paper lanterns and turn from green to bright orange in fall, so they have become popular natural decorations for the Halloween season. Interestingly, they are also popular decorations for the Japanese Obon Festival that occurs earlier in summer, which is a festival honoring the dead. The fruit of this plant is toxic to people and animals and must not be confused with the tomatillo (two species: Physalis philadelphica and Physalis ixocarpa), which are South American natives with similar inflated calyxes. Tomatillos are annuals with an edible fruit. While they belong to different genera, they are members of the same plant family, the nightshade family (Solanaceae) along with tomatoes, potatoes and eggplants. Saugus Garden Club member Julia Aston grows the Chinese Lanterns in her garden and recently gave the bouquet above to Dee LeMay. This bouquet can last for years once it dries. 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, SEpTEmbEr 6, 2024 Page 17 The Sounds of Saugus By Mark E. Vogler Good morning, Saugus Fall is quickly creeping up on us. Summer isn’t officially over yet. Autumn doesn’t start until Sunday, Sept. 22, a little over two weeks away. But we’ve already been blessed by the comfortable fall weather that’s certainly preferable to the hot and humid days we’ve experienced this summer. Professional, collegiate and high school Football is already underway. The beautiful mums are already out. In another couple of weeks, “The Orange Glow” will suddenly appear at Saugus Center as a tractor trailer full of pumpkins from the Navajo Reservation near Farmington, N.M., is delivered and lined up across the lawn in front of the Hamilton Street entrance to First Congregational Church Saugus UCC. It really isn’t fall in Saugus until the annual “Pumpkin Patch” appears. And people will be able to buy their pumpkins all the way up to Halloween. Saugonians are gearing up for lots of fun, family events that happen every fall. Stay tuned. Founders Day Sept. 14 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. If you are new to town, this is a great event to make new friends and learn more about your community. If you are a town resident who has never been to a Founders Day or who hasn’t been to one in years, this is a great opportunity to visit with your friends or get reacquainted with friends you haven’t seen in years. Founders Day Book Sale Sept. 14 The New Friends of the Saugus Public Library are preparing for their annual Founders Day Book Sale, which is set for Saturday, Sept. 14, in the library’s Community Room. The Friends are requesting donations of gently used adult hardcover and softcover adult, young adult and children’s books; no text books, encyclopedias or pamphlets. And please... Donate clean and newer books only; no tattered pages, odors, stains or faded/battered/dirty covers! Books may be dropped off at the Library’s Main Circulation Desk during normal business hours. Please do not place donations in the outdoor book as well as colleges, streets and parks. This summer Salem, Lexington, and other Massachusetts towns have held reenactments, vintage balls, and other events on the anniversary of his visits to each town. What makes his popularity so enduring? Historical Society president Laura Eisener will talk about this inspiring personage at the first historical society meeting of the fall on September 11, 2024 starting at 7 PM at 30 Main Street. The meeting is free and open to the public and light refreshments will be served. “Lafayette was born on September 6, 1757, which makes today his birthday. He was 19 when he first came to this continent to offer his services to General Washington, and he celebrated his 67th birthday during his 3rd and final visit to this continent when he was feted by every town he passed through.” SISTERS WITH BRAIDS AND BOOKS: Amaya and Gianna Bradley, who are attending classes at Veterans Early Learning Center this fall, were both winners in the Summer Reading Program at the Saugus Public Library. (Courtesy photo of Amy Melton) drops. The New Friends, a nonprofit organization, is a group of people with an interest in improving the Library building, programs, services and collections. The New Friends sponsor activities and provide services that benefit and stimulate interest in the Saugus Public Library by: • Presenting free programs for all ages at the Library • Purchasing museum passes for use by Saugus Public Library patrons • Purchasing books, videos, magazines and equipment for the Library • Funding the Library’s online events calendar and museum pass reservation software • Holding used book sales and the on-going used book sale in the Community Room in addition to other fund-raising events to benefit the Library • Becoming Library Volunteers Thank you for your support of the New Friends of the Saugus Public Library. Food Pantry notes The Saugus United Parish Food Pantry will be open today (Friday, Sept. 6) from 9:3011 a.m. at 50 Essex St. in the basement of Cliftondale Congregational Church. The Saugus United Parish Food Pantry welcomes all neighbors facing food insecurity. If you are able to donate to the food pantry, you can also stop by during those hours or drop donations off at the Saugus Public Library during library hours. Legion Breakfasts resume today Beginning today, American Legion Post 210 at 44 Taylor St. in Saugus will begin its 2024-25 breakfast season. There’s a good deal for Saugus veterans and other folks who enjoy a hearty breakfast on Friday mornings. Doors open at 7:30 a.m., with breakfast served from 8-9:00 a.m. for an $8 donation. Veterans who cannot afford the donation may be served free. The Mums are coming soon The 6th Annual Saugus Youth Soccer Mums Fall Fundraiser will be here in less than a week. Starting on Thursday, Sept. 12, Saugus Youth Soccer will be selling beautiful, hardy mums at Anna Parker Field at 124 Essex St. (next to the Fire Station). There will be multi colors to choose from: red, lavender, yellow, orange and white. The plants will be priced at $9 apiece and three for $25. Saugus Youth Soccer has ordered more than 300 hardy mums. So, if you want to come down and support a good cause – Saugus Youth Soccer – and take a pot or two of pretty flowers home to celebrate the colors of fall, c’mon down to Anna Parker Field while the mums last. If you have any questions, please contact Amy Freethy at AmyFreethy@hotmail.com. Saugus Historical Society has Sept. 11 plans Historical Society president Laura Eisener, author of the weekly “Saugus Gardens” column in The Saugus Advocate, wanted to alert the community to news of an interesting program that the Historical Society has planned for Sept. 11 about the Marquis de Lafayette’s 182425 tour of the United States. Laura wanted to share this information about the upcoming program, which is set for 7 p.m., Sept. 11 at the society’s office at 30 Main St.: “1824 marked the start of Lafayette’s triumphant farewell tour of the United States, which ended up lasting over a year. Many parts of the country are holding celebratory events to mark the 200th anniversary of his visits to all 24 of the states that existed at that time. After volunteering his services to the Continental Army and helping George Washington win the Revolutionary War, he returned to find his moderate views did not suit either side in the French Revolution, and as a result was forced to spend 16 years in an underground prison with his family. Eventually he was released, and came back to visit the United States, being greeted by his old friends and the public at large as a cherished hero. Even now, people are finding his views to have been ahead of his time in many ways, and new monuments have been added. At the time, his visit inspired many new towns to be named after him First Baptist Church celebrates 100 First Baptist Church at 105 Main St. will be celebrating its centennial anniversary of existence in the Town of Saugus on Sunday, Sept. 22 at 3 p.m. Pastor Leroy Mahoney will officiate the service. Rev. Franklin Murray of Bethel Baptist Church will be the guest preacher. For more details, please go to htps:// www.firstbaptistsaugus.org/ Elks plan Alcohol/Drug Recovery program Sept. 16 The Saugus-Everett Elks Drug Awareness Committee is sponsoring an Alcohol and Drug Recovery presentation from 10 to 11 a.m. on Monday, Sept. 16 at the Saugus Senior Center (466 Central St. in Saugus). This will be an hour-long presentation conducted by Sober Shuttle Inc. explaining the benefits offered to recovering individuals. This is a free event and people who are interested are welcome to attend. If you or someone you know would like to know more about these services, you should not miss this informative event. Services provided are cost-free transportation into treatment, recovery coach services, placement assistance, food assistance, clothing assistance, community engagement and much more. Light refreshments will be served. Call the Saugus Senior Center at 781-231-4178 to attend. Walk-ins are also welcome. Coach T.’s Cross Country for kids The Saugus Youth Cross THE SOUNDS | SEE PAGE 18

Page 18 THE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FriDAy, SEpTEmbEr 6, 2024 THE SOUNDS | FROM PAGE 17 Country 2024 program for students in Grades 1-5 and 6-8 not running for a school team has begun. The popular seasonal running program directed by Coach Chris Tarantino is held Tuesdays and Thursdays from 3:45 to 5 p.m. at the track behind Belmonte STEAM Academy and on Saturdays from 10 to 11:30 a.m. at Breakheart Reservation. Training distances: 1st3rd grades at 0.7 miles, 4th-5th grades at 1.2 miles and 6th-8th grades at 1.9 miles. Practice races on Saturdays (To Be Announced) at Frey Park, 285 Walnut St. in Lynn. Other important dates: • Saturday, Oct. 26: Fun Run practice at Breakheart Reservation. Athletes are encouraged to wear a costume. • Saturday, Nov. 2: 15th Annual Massachusetts State Middle School Cross Country Invitational at Willard Field in Devens. More information To Be Announced. • Monday, Nov. 11: 10th Annual Massachusetts Elementary School Cross Country Championship; 8:30 a.m. arrival and 9:30 a.m. start at Lynn, Mass., at Gannon Golf Course (60 Great Woods Rd.). Lunch will be at Prince Pizzeria following the meet. More information To Be Announced. • Program ending: Thursday, Nov. 14, wrap up session at Belmonte. The program cost: $100 for first year; $50 for athletes returning from Cross Country 2023. For more details, please contact Coach T. at 781-8546778 or email him at christophertarantino24@gmail.com. Help from the Cultural Council A press release recently arrived from the Saugus Cultural Council. Did you know that the Saugus Cultural Council has provided grants to people and organizations for artistic, educational and cultural projects since 1998? “We are committed to supporting cultural programs and events that showcase diversity and add vibrancy in the Town of Saugus,” says the press release. “This includes the visual arts, education, dance, drama, interpretive science, the environment, literature, music, public art, and wellness. “If you have an idea for a project that brings public benefit to the Saugus community, then consider applying for a grant! Our 2025 grant application period runs from September 1 through October 16, 2024. We prioritize applications from Saugus organizations, individuals, and organizers, and to projects that take place in the Town of Saugus.” More information about grant guidelines and priorities can be viewed at https://massculturalcouncil.org/local-council/saugus/. On Tuesday, Sept. 17, from 6 to 7:30 p.m., the Saugus Cultural Council will host an in-person grant information session in the Community Room at the Saugus Public Library to provide live support in submitting an application or provide project feedback. Come with a description of your project and any questions about the grant application process. A few good “Shout Outs” The Saugus Advocate received several nominations this week from readers who wanted to cite a fellow Saugonian for a “Shout Out.” We received a “Shout Out” from Elizabeth Amico: “Lisa Poto ~ Legal Notice ~ NOTICE OF TIER CLASSIFICATION 15 SHORE ROAD SAUGUS, MASSACHUSETTS RELEASE TRACKING NUMBER 3-37027 A release of oil and/or hazardous materials has occurred at this location, which is a disposal site as defined by M.G.L. c. 21E, § 2 and the Massachusetts Contingency Plan, 310 CMR 40.0000. To evaluate the release, a Phase I Initial Site Investigation was performed pursuant to 310 CMR 40.0480. The site has been classified as TIER II pursuant to 310 CMR 40.0500. On May 22, 2024, Mr. James Hayes filed a TIER II Classification Submittal with the Department of Environmental Protection (MassDEP). To obtain more information on this disposal site, please contact Stephen Applebaum, Vineyard Engineering & Environmental Services, 17 Salem Street, Medford, Massachusetts, 781-933-3330. The Tier Classification Submittal and the disposal site file can be viewed at MassDEP website using Release Tracking Number (RTN) 3-37027 at http://public.dep.state.ma.us/SearchableSites2/Search.aspx or at MassDEP, Northeast Regional Office, 150 Presidential Way, Woburn, MA 01801, 978-694-3200. Additional public involvement opportunities are available under 310 CMR 40.1403(9) and 310 CMR 40.1404. September 06, 2024 GIRLS WITH PLUSH MONKEYS: Maya and Lucia Beechwood, ages five and seven, were winners in the Saugus Public Library’s Summer Reading Program. They attend school in Marblehead, but reside in Saugus. (Courtesy photo of Amy Melton) deserves an Extra Shoutout as she has led with great kindness and compassion, and with love of books, the Library Book Club for fifteen years and is a beloved yoga instructor as well. Thank you. Your Club Members.” Andrew Whitcomb offered a “Shout Out” to commend the town staff responsible for the successful State Primary Election: “I’d like to give a shout-out to Ellen Schena the town clerk and her staff members Christine and Karli for everything they did in this election and for the hours and time that goes into making sure everything is in order. Ellen works so hard and I know election night for her is like Santa delivering presents on Christmas.” Janice Jarosz wanted to recognize: • “Sharon Genovese and the members of Sharon’s Sneaker Crew who will be involved again in the Boston Marathon Jimmy Fund Walk, which is set for Oct. 6.The MEG Foundation announced that the Jimmy Fund Craft Fair, sponsored by Sharon’s Sneaker Crew, will be held at the MEG building 54-58 Essex Street, Saugus, on Sept. 29, from 1 to 4 p.m. • “The family of Saugus Medal of Honor recipient Arthur DeFranzo. He is one of 11 fallen heroes whose families will be honored at the Massachusetts Medal of Liberty Ceremony set for 10 a.m. Sept. 21 at 50 Maple St., Milford, Mass. Anyone who would like to attend the ceremony should contact Linda Call at 781-813-5527, or Janice Jarosz at 339-222-2178. At age 25, Staff Sgt. De Franzo was the first Saugus man killed during the D-Day invasion on June 10, 1944. He sacrificed his life on the battlefield to save the lives of his fellow soldiers.” Amy Melton, Head of Children’s Services at the Saugus Public Library, wanted to recognize the many people who helped the library produce a successful summer reading program. So, she is offering a mega “Shout Out”: “We had a record-breaking turn out for summer reading this year. Families read and logged more reading than ever before! “Many thanks to the local businesses who supported summer reading this year: Soc’s Ice Cream, Kane’s Donuts, Prince Pizzeria, Banana Splitz, Saugus McDonalds, Crumble Cookies, Paradise Mini Golf, North Shore Music Theatre, Town Line Luxury Lanes, Roller World, Canobie Lake Park, In the Game Peabody, Vincari Safari, Webster First Federal Credit Union, The Tiger Institute, Applebee’s, Swan Boats and Greenway Carousel. We also want to thank The Saugus Advocate for helping get the word out. “The New Friends of Saugus Library donated hundreds of free books to kids as summer reading prizes. In honor of this year’s conservation theme, Read, Renew, Repeat, the New Friends made a charitable donation to the Jane Goodall Institute - which seeks to protect wildlife and their habitats. Many thanks also to the Foundation for the Saugus Public Library for funding for the Beanstack reading challenge software. “We are grateful to the Saugus Fire and Police departments who generously shared stories, safety information, and their cool trucks and cruisers with families. We participated in the 2024 Boston Bruins Statewide Summer Library Program, ‘When You Read, You Score!’, and one lucky family won a Bruins puck signed by David Pastrnak. “The Children’s room hosted over 100 free programs this summer, including nearly eight weeks of reading instruction for grades K-4. We held performances by jugglers, magicians, musicians, puppeteers, and live animal handlers. Kids designed their own reusable book bags, took home take & make crafts, participated in Pokemon scavenger hunts, and much more! “Congratulations once again to all the kids on their reading. We couldn’t be prouder of you and your families! “Stop by and see us this fall - or anytime. “Way to go, Saugus!” 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. THE SOUNDS | SEE PAGE 19

THE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FriDAy, SEpTEmbEr 6, 2024 Page 19 Say nr Sa a y Senior Seni by Jim Miller How to Find Legal Help When You Can’t Aff ord a Lawyer Dear Savvy Senior, Can you recommend any programs or organizations that provide free or low-cost legal services to seniors? I believe I need some professional legal help but have limited income and very little savings. Almost 70 Dear Almost, Whether you need help drawing up a will or a contract, or you’re facing some sort of legal jeopardy or dilemma, hiring an attorney can be expensive. Most lawyers today charge anywhere between $100 and $300 an hour. Fortunately, there are a number of diff erent programs and organizations that off er free legal advice and may help you fi nd a free or low-cost attorney. Here’s where look for help in your area. Legal Aid: Directed by the Legal Services Corporation, legal aid provides free legal assistance to low-income people of all ages. Each community program will differ slightly in the services they offer and income qualifi cations. Visit LSC.gov/fi nd-legal-aid to locate a program near you. LawHelp: Powered by Pro Bono Net, a national nonprofi t organization, LawHelp. org is a terrifi c resource that will help you locate free legal aid near you, get answers to your legal questions and even fi ll out legal documents. These free services are for people with low to moderate incomes. Free Legal Answers: This is an online program created by the American Bar Association that matches low-income clients with volunteer lawyers who agree to provide brief answers online for free. This service will not answer criminal law questions and it’s not available in every state. See ABAfreelegalanswers.org to look for a program in your state. Senior Legal Hotlines: There are around 30 states that offer senior legal hotlines, where all seniors over age 60 have access to free legal advice over the telephone. To fi nd out if this service is available in your state, go to ProSeniors.org and click on “Resources,” followed by “U.S. Senior Legal Hotline Directory.” Senior Legal Services: Coordinated by the Administration on Aging, this service may off er free or low-cost legal advice, legal assistance or access to legal representation to people over the age of 60. Your Area Agency on Aging can tell you what’s available in your community. Call the Eldercare Locator at 800677-1116 to get your local number. Local Law Schools: More than 200 university law schools across the country have pro bono programs that off er free legal assistance provided by law students, who are supervised by their professors. See AmericanBar.org/ groups/center-pro-bono – scroll down and click on “Directory of Law School Public Interest and Pro Bono Programs” to locate a program near you. Pension Rights Center: This is a nonprofi t consumer organization that provides free legal assistance for problems with pension, 401(k) or other retirement plans. Go to PensionRights.org/fi nd-help to search for help in your state. Stateside Legal: For military members, veterans, and their families, StatesideLegal. org provides access to free legal information and legal assistance in your area. National Disability Rights Network: This is a nonprofit membership organization that provides legal assistance to people with disabilities through their Protection and Advocacy System and Client Assistance Program. If you are disabled, visit NDRN.org to fi nd help in your state. Other Options: If you can’t get help from one of these programs, or fi nd that you aren’t eligible, another option is to contact your state or local bar association to see if there are any volunteer lawyer projects in your area or if they can refer you to a low-fee lawyer. To contact your state or local bar association, go to FindLegalHelp.org. 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. Brick program for Saugus War Mon ument The Saugus War Monument Committee, once again, is sponsoring the Buy-A-Brick Program to honor all those who have served their country. If you would like to purchase one in the name of someone who is presently serving or has served, in the memory of a loved one, or just someone from your family, school, etc., the general pricing is $100 for a 4” X 8” brick (three lines) or $200 for an 8” X 8” brick (fi ve lines). Each line is a maximum of 15 characters. The improvement and upkeep of the monument on the corner of Winter and Central Streets rely on the generosity of donors through fundraising. The brick application must be in by Sept. 10 to ensure the bricks will be ready for Veterans Day. Please contact Corinne Riley at 781-231-7995 for more information and applications. Saugus Dems Unity Breakfast on Sept. 22 The Saugus Democratic Town Committee (SDTC) will hold its next meeting on Wednesday, Sept. 11, at 7 p.m. on the second fl oor of the Police Station on Hamilton St. The SDTC will hold a Unity Breakfast on Sunday, Sept. 22, at 10 a.m. in the Saugus Italian American Club at One Beachview Ave. in Saugus. Tickets cost $24 apiece. The breakfast is geared to drum up support for the Harris/Walz ticket for President/Vice President in the November general election. It’s also an opportunity to socialize and hear from some of the elected offi cials. For more details, please contact Mary Robblee at mrobb48@ aol.com. Checks may be made out to the Saugus Democratic Town Committee and mailed to Mary Kinsell at 11 Sunnyside Ave., Saugus, MA 01906. Knights begin planning fl ea market and craft fair The Knights of Columbus Council 1829 announced 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 aff air 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 raffl es, food and fun. Anyone with questions should call the Knights of Columbus at 781-233-9858. For more information, Paul Ginior nior THE SOUNDS | FROM PAGE 18 annetta can also be reached at 978-239-1392. Patriots great Ty Law at Kowloon The Kowloon Restaurant is set to host Ty Law – NFL Hall of Famer, three-time Super Bowl Champion, fi ve-time Pro Bowler, NFL 2000’s All-Decade Team and New England Patriots Hall of Famer – in a special launch event where the champ will introduce his new Corvus Vodka. The event is set for September 7 at 6 p.m. This is a 21+ event. The Kowloon Restaurant is located at 948 Broadway, Route 1 North, Saugus. Law, whose offi cial name is Tajuan Edward “Ty” Law, was born on February 10, 1974. He is a former professional football cornerback and was hailed as “One of the greatest defensive backs ever.” He studied at the University of Michigan, where he was a fi rst-team All-American. In 1995, he was the fi rstround pick draft of the New England Patriots, played 10 seasons there, and still holds the franchise record for interceptions. Following that, he played for the New York Jets, the Kansas City Chiefs and the Denver Broncos. He was inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 2019. For more information, call the Kowloon Restaurant at 781233-0077 or access online at www.kowloonrestaurant.com September at Kowloon The Kowloon Restaurant (located at 948 Broadway, Route 1 North, Saugus) announced THE SOUNDS | SEE PAGE 20 - LEGAL NOTICE - COMMONWEALTH OF MASSACHUSETTS THE TRIAL COURT PROBATE AND FAMILY COURT Essex Probate and Family Court 36 Federal Street Salem, MA 01970 (978) 744-1020 Docket No. ES24P2555EA Estate of: MARION ALMA DAWICKI Also known as: MIDGE DAWICKI Date of Death: 07/03/24 CITATION ON PETITION FOR FORMAL ADJUDICATION To all interested persons: A Petition for Formal Probate of Will with Appointment of Personal Representative has been filed by Keri Lindstrom of Peabody, MA requesting that the Court enter a formal Decree and Order and for such other relief as requested in the Petition. The Petitioner requests that: Keri Lindstrom of Peabody, MA be appointed as Personal Representative(s) of said estate to serve Without Surety on the bond in unsupervised administration. IMPORTANT NOTICE You have the right to obtain a copy of the Petition from the Petitioner or at the Court. You have a right to object to this proceeding. To do so, you or your attorney must file a written appearance and objection at this Court before: 10:00 a.m. on the return day of 09/25/2024. This is NOT a hearing date, but a deadline by which you must file a written appearance and objection if you object to this proceeding. If you fail to file a timely written appearance and objection followed by an affidavit of objections within thirty (30) days of the return day, action may be taken without further notice to you. UNSUPERVISED ADMINISTRATION UNDER THE MASSACHUSETTS UNIFORM PROBATE CODE (MUPC) A Personal Representative appointed under the MUPC in an unsupervised administration is not required to file an inventory or annual accounts with the Court. Persons interested in the estate are entitled to notice regarding the administration directly from the Personal Representative and may petition the Court in any matter relating to the estate, including the distribution of assets and expenses of administration. WITNESS, Hon. Frances M. Giordano, First Justice of this Court. Date: August 23, 2024 PAMELA A. CASEY O’BRIEN REGISTER OF PROBATE September 06, 2024

Page 20 THE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FriDAy, SEpTEmbEr 6, 2024 23rd Annual Walk of Hope to Benefi t ALS Lou Gehrig’s Disease - Scheduled for September 7th (Wakefield, MA) –Walkers are signing up for the 23rd annual Walk of Hope for ALS, a 3.5-mile walk around Lake Quannapowitt in Wakefield to benefi t The Angel Fund for ALS Research, on Saturday, September 7th. The walk begins with registration at 9 a.m. followed by the start of the walk at 11 a.m. The release of doves in honor of those living with ALS and those who have lost their courageous to the disease will be held prior to the start of the walk. The Angel Fund for ALS Research is a nonprofit charity dedicated to supporting the ALS research of Dr. Robert Brown, Jr. and his team at UMass Chan Medical School SOUNDS | FROM PAGE 19 its September concert and entertainment lineup for the outdoor patio. Here’s the lineup for upcoming entertainment and music: September 6: Lisa Love Experience, 6 to 10 p.m.; general admission – no admission charge; reserved seating is $10 per person. September 7: Back To The 80s, 7 to 10 p.m.; general admission – no admission charge; reserved seating is $10 per person. September 14: 7 to 10 p.m., Different StrokeZ; general admission – no admission charge; reserved seating is $10 in Worcester. ALS, more commonly known as Lou Gehrig’s Disease, is a progressive, always fatal neuromuscular disease which leads to muscle weakness and as it progresses, results in total paralysis and the inability to speak and swallow while the mind and senses remain intact. Walkers of all abilities are encouraged to participate as individuals or as a team. To register as a walker or to register a team, log-on to The Angel Fund website at www.theangelfund.org or call the organization at 781-245-7070. In addition to the walk around Lake Quannapowitt, the event includes activities and refreshments for all regper person. September 20: 7 to 10 p.m., Sunset View; general admission – no admission charge; reserved seating is $10 per person. September 21: 7 to 10 p.m., Party On; general admission – no admission charge; reserved seating is $10 per person. September 27: 7 to 10 p.m., World Premier Band; general admission – no admission charge; reserved seating is $10 per person. September 28: WildFire “Fan Night” with DJ, Chris Fiore, Master of ceremonies, Esterellas de Boston, Mariachi band, and David Ramos, solo artist and producer; V.I.P. Reserved istered walkers. Kings Bowl of Lynnfi eld, an annual supporter of the walk, will again provide refreshments for registered walkers, as will Main Street Grille and Taphouse, and Shaws of Wakefi eld. The Angel Fund will also honor those who have ALS and those who have lost their battle with the disease with the Faces of ALS®. Any participating team or individual who would like to honor a loved one with a poster along the walkway should send a Seating with Kowloon Dinner Buff et 5 p.m. to 6:30 p.m., $45 per person; general admission – 5:30 p.m., $15 per person; a portion of the proceeds to benefi t the Tunnel Towers Foundation. CHaRM Center is open The Town of Saugus reminds residents 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 1. On Sept. 6, 1638, the General Court granted permission for a settlement in what Massachusetts beach community that has the name of a meat dish? 2. What country claims to have invented cinnamon rolls: England, Sweden or USA? 3. Poet Anne Dudley Bradstreet, an immigrant to what colony, wrote, “Of autumn months September is the prime, / Now day and night are equal in each clime”? 4. September 7 is World Beard Day; Major General Ambrose Burnside – once a Rhode Island senator – was the inspiration for the name of what hairstyle? 5. How are box, leatherback and loggerhead similar? 6. How many breeds does the International Cat Association recognize: nine, 33 or 73? 7. September 8 is Star Trek Day; what actress (received the Mark Twain Prize for American Humor) portrayed Star Trek’s Guinan starting in the 1980s? 8. What country has the lowest population density: Australia, Greenland or Mongolia? 9. What inspired the announcement “Elvis has left the building”? 10. What kind of computer fi le ends in .au? 11. On Sept. 9, 1814, Old Stone Fort at Bearskin Neck in what town was captured by the British? 12. What university has most presidential alumni? 13. On Sept. 10, 2000, what then longest-running Broadway show closed? 14. According to Guinness World Records, John Snake Memorial Multipurpose high-resolution photo to theangelfundals@gmail.com by September 1st. Donations to the Angel Fund for ALS Research can also be made online, or can be sent to The Angel Fund, 649 Main Street, Wakefield, MA 01880. All donations should 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 18, 2025, from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m.; February 15, 2025, from 8 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.; March 15, 2025, from 8:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Please contact Solid Waste/ Recycling Coordinator Scott A. Brazis at 781-231-4036 with any questi ons. Grounds in Rama First Nation, Ontario, has the world’s largest of what (usually fi ber) art type? 15. In July 2024, the Flow Country in Scotland was made a world heritage site; what is it? 16. What is a video camera attached to a computer called? 17. On Sept. 11, 1918, what team that included Babe Ruth won the World Series? 18. What is the narrowest country due to its length vs. width? 19. Do octopuses have tentacles? 20. On Sept. 12, 1966, what TV sitcom debuted that featured the song “I’m a Believer”? be made payable to The Angel Fund for ALS Research. Walkers are encouraged to create their own webpage to raise money online. Registered walkers can create their page at https://secure. f r o n t s t r e am . com/walk- ofhope-for-als-2024. Sponsorship opportunities are also available. Information about sponsorship opportunities can also be obtained on the website, www. theangelfund.org, or by calling 781-245-7070. About The Saugus Adv ocate We welcome press releases, news announcements, freelance articles and courtesy photos from the community. Our deadline is noon Wednesday. If you have a story idea, an article or photo to submit, please email me at mvoge@comcast. net or leave a message at 978683-7773. Or send your press release to me in the mail at PO Box 485, North Andover, MA 01845. Let us become your hometown newspaper. The Saugus Advocate is available in the Saugus Public Library, the Saugus Senior Center, Saugus Town Hall, local convenience stores and restaurants throughout town. ANSWERS 1. Salisbury (Salisbury steak) 2. Sweden 3. Massachusetts Bay Colony 4. Sideburns 5. 6. 73 7. They are types of turtles. Whoopi Goldberg 8. Greenland 9. 10. Audio 11. He refused to do an encore. Rockport, Mass. 12. Harvard 13. “Cats” 14. Dream catcher (42’ 5” diameter; made of sinew, willow, ash and rope) 15. 16. Webcam 17. 18. Chile 19. 20. 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THE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FriDAy, SEpTEmbEr 6, 2024 Page 23 MANGO REALTY INC FOR SALE: Charming home on a picturesque tree-studded lot, blending comfort with convenience. The first floor features a bright family room and an inviting oak kitchen with hardwood floors. The main bedroom offers a private balcony and his-and-her closets. With 2.5 baths, a spacious deck, and a garage, this home is both functional and serene. Set back for privacy yet close to amenities. Call Christina at 603-670-3353. LOOKING TO BUY OR SELL YOUR PROPERTY? Sue Palomba will help you buy or sell your home with ease. With 29 years of real estate experience, Sue Palomba continues to love every moment of helping families and individuals find their dream homes or perfect investment properties. Her passion for the industry and deep knowledge of the market make her an invaluable partner in your real estate journey. Sue is dedicated to guiding you every step of the way, ensuring your experience is smooth, successful, and tailored to your needs. Schedule an appointment with Sue today, and let her turn your real estate goals into reality! OFFERED AT: $649,000 SUE PALOMBA | FOUNDER & LEAD BROKER MANGO REALTY INC 781-558-1091 infowithmango@gmail.com www.mangorealtyteam.com UNDER AGREEMENT | $599,000 Charming 8-room, 3-bedroom home with a cozy farmer's porch. Features include a spacious first floor with living and dining rooms, kitchen, and bonus room, plus hardwood floors under the carpet. Upstairs offers 3 bedrooms, an extra room, and a walk-up attic for storage or expansion. Recent updates: new roof (2021), front stairs, and rear deck. Conveniently located near Boston, transportation, and the airport. 781-558-1091 | infowithmango@gmail.com | www.mangorealtyteam.com FOR RENT: Available October 1st. Malden studio apartment conveniently located near train. First floor with laundry available in building. Off street parking for one car. NO PETS. NO SMOKING. First, last and 1 month broker fee = $5,700 to move in plus $32.95 credit and background check. Offered by MANGO Realty of 38 Main Street Saugus. We adhere to fair housing laws and guidelines. Call Peter at 781-8205690 or send an email at infowithmango@gmail.com FOR RENT: Prime Location! This charming 3-bedroom ranch is available for rent at $3,500/month. It features beautiful hardwood floors, a kitchen with a center island and electric cooktop, and includes appliances (refrigerator, washer, dryer). The spacious patio and deck are perfect for relaxing or entertaining. Conveniently located near major highways, Boston, and the airport. A credit score of 680+ is required. Call Sue at 617-8774553 or email infowithmango@gmail.com.

Page 24 THE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FriDAy, SEpTEmbEr 6, 2024 FOR RENT COMMERCIAL OFFICE SPACE AVAILABLE PRIME LOCATION. PROFESSIONAL BUILDING JUST OUTSIDE OF SAUGUS CENTER. PLENTY OF PARKING. THIS SPACE IS PERFECT FOR ATTORNEYS, ARCHITECTS, PLUMBERS, CONTRACTORS, ELECTRICIANS, ETC…. UTILITIES INCLUDED, EVEN WI-FI. INCLUDES WALK IN AREA, SEPARATE OFFICES, RECEPTION AREA, WOMEN & MEN’S BATHROOMS, COMMON CONFERENCE ROOM. CONVENIENT TO ROUTE 1. SPACE COULD BE SHARED, SPLIT OR THE ENTIRE SPACE COULD BE LEASED. SAUGUS CALL KEITH 781-389-0791 FOR SALE FOR SALE-NEW CONSTRUCTION TOWNHOMES ON A QUIET SIDE-STREET. ALL THE CONVENIENCES OF A SINGLE FAMILY WITHOUT THE HASSLE OF CARING FOR A BIG YARD. 1ST FLOOR OFFERS WHITE KITCHEN WITH STAINLESS APPLIANCES, ISLAND AND QUARTZ. COUNTERS. OPEN CONCEPT KITCHEN/DINING AREA, HALF BATH, SLIDER OFF OF LIVING ROOM TO A. PRIVATE DECK. HW FLOORS THROUGHOUT. 2ND FLOOR OFFERS SPACIOUS PRIMARY WITH WALK-IN CLOSET AND CUSTOM BATH. 2 MORE SIZABLE BEDROOMS AND A FULL BATH COMPLETE THIS FLOOR. LOWER LEVEL IS AN OPEN CONCEPT FINISHED AREA WITH A SEPARATE STORAGE AREA. 1ST FLOOR LAUNDRY. C/A. ONE CAR GARAGE UNDER. NO CONDO FEES! SAUGUS $649,900 CALL KEITH 781-389-0791 FOR SALE FOR SALE- 4 LEVEL TOWNHOME IN DESIRABLE RIVER RUN CONDOMINIUMS. THE MAIN LEVEL FEATURES AN EAT IN KITCHEN WITH BAY WINDOW. OPEN FLOOR PLAN LIVING/DINING ROOM LEADS TO YOUR EXCLUSIVE SUN-SOAKED DECK WITH FULL SIZE RETRACTABLE SHADE. 3RD FLOOR OFFERS A LARGE PRIMARY BEDROOM WITH VAULTED CEILING AND SKYLIGHT. SPACIOUS 2ND BEDROOM WITH LARGE CLOSET AND ENTRANCE TO 4TH FLOOR LARGE LOFT USED AS 3RD BEDROOMS. THE LL FAMILY ROOM, OFFICE SPACE WITH STORAGE, LAUNDRY, ACCESS TO THE ATTACHED GARAGE AND PATIO. AMENITIES INCLUDE CLUBHOUSE, SAUNA, AND SWIMMING POOL DANVERS $519,000 CALL ANTHONY 857-246-1305 RENTAL REMODELED TWO-BEDROOM UNIT FEATURING AN EAT IN KITCHEN, TENANT WILL NEED A REFRIGERATOR, NEW PAINT AND CARPETS. LAUNDRY HOOK-UPS. PARKING FOR TWO CARS. HEAT AND HOT WATER INCLUDED. NO PETS AND NO SMOKING. WALKING DISTANCE TO BUS. SAUGUS $2,400 CALL RHONDA 781-706-0842 781-233-1401 MOBILE HOMES •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 $74,900 •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, & SHED NEW AC .THIS WAS ORIGINALLY A 2 BEDROOM, AND CAN BE CONVERTED BACK TO 2 BEDROOM PEABODY $169,900 •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 $159,900 •BRAND NEW MANUFACTURED HOME PRE CONSTRUCTION LOCATED IN SHADY OAKS PARK . BEAUTIFUL AND CONVENIENT REDEVELOPMENT. LOT OF QUALITY FEATURES AND UPGRADES THROUGHOUT. LAUNDRY, PROPANE HEAT NICE YARD 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 $174,900 •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 •SUPER MAINTAINED YOUNG UNIT WITH MANY EXTRAS AND MANY UPDATES, FIREPELACE LIVING ROOM, 2 FULL BATHS, LARGE LOT WITH 4 CAR PARKING, NEW DOORS, WINDOWS AND WATER HEATER. FULL SIZE WASHER AND DRYER, CATHEDRAL CEILINGS, NEW REEDS FEERY SHED, AND SO MUCH MORE PEABODY $209,900 •SHADY OAKS PHASE 2 NEW CONSTRUCTION: 2 NEW MANUFACTURED 2 BEDROOM UNITS DANVERS $239,900 •DOUBLE WIDE UNIT WITH APPROXIMATELY 1250 SQFT OF LIVING AREA. 4 BEDROOM LOCATED IN DESIRABLE OAK LEDGE CALL ERIC 781-223-0289 HEIGHTS COOPERATIVE PARK PEABODY $250,000 RENTAL CONVENIENTLY LOCATED FIRST FLOOR THREE-BEDROOM APARTMENT. FEATURES INCLUDE HARDWOOD FLOORS THROUGHOUT. WHITE CABINET KITCHEN WITH WALK IN PANTRY. GOOD SIZE BEDROOMS. TWO CAR PARKING. COIN OP LAUNDRY IN BASEMENT. NO SMOKING. CATS ONLY. PEABODY $3,100 CALL RHONDA 781-706-0842

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