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SAUGUS Vol. 24, No. 38 -FREETh e Advocate–A household word in Saugus! OC C www.advocatenews.net A 44-year-old water problem Evergreen Street homeowners seek relief from drainage woes that fl ood their homes By Mark E. Vogler A nthony D’Apolito said he has already lost two furnaces in his Evergreen Street home because of a fl ooding problem that just keeps escalating. D’Apolito said he also had to buy a $7,000 generator for his house, “because if I lost the electricity and there was a heavy downpour, I was done for.” The problem just keeps getting worse and worse and nothing has been done to improve the situation over the years despite constant calls for assistance from the Town of Saugus. “No matter what I do, I have water,” he said. D’Apolito showed up at the selectmen’s meeting with several of his neighbors, armed with a petition which noted that homeowners of 49 through 58 Evergreen Street “have had a drainage problem for more PROBLEM | SEE PAGE 6 A NIGHT OF PRAISE AND PRAYERS: Saugus High School a cappella singers held candles in memory of their loved ones who died this year. They were among dozens of town residents and community leaders who gathered in a candlelight vigil on the front lawn outside Saugus Town Hall on Sunday night (Sept. 19) to recognize the local heroes who helped get the town through the darkest days of the COVID-19 pandemic and to remember the 400 Saugonians who have died since March of last year – including 74 related to COVID-19. For more photos and story, please see inside. (Saugus Advocate photo by Tara Vocino) Remembering Those Who Didn’t Come Home Town Election 2021 Selectmen approve in-person early voting for Town Elections By Mark E. Vogler R esidents will be able to cast their votes 10 days before the Nov. 2 Town Election. Selectmen at Tuesday (Sept. 21) night’s meeting approved the in-person early voting option which will allow voting in the Saugus Public Library’s conference room from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Oct. 23 and 24. The library was used last year for early voting in the presidential election. ELECTION | SEE PAGE 2 Published Every Friday D O TE CAT 781-233-4446 Friday, September 24, 2021 A COVID Memorial at Saugus Center A symbolic dining table surrounded by empty chairs was set up at Veterans Memorial Park last Friday (Sept. 17) as part of the Saugus Veterans Council’s Prisoner of War/Missing In Action Ceremony. See more photos and coverage inside. (Saugus Advocate photo by Tara Vocino) ANGELO’S FULL SERVICE Regular Unleaded $2.959 Mid Unleaded $2.999 Super $3.119 Diesel Fuel $3.079 "42 Years of Excellence!" 1978-2020 KERO $4.65 DEF $3.49 9 Diesel $2.799 9 HEATING OIL 24-Hour Burner Service Call for Current Price! (125—gallon minimum) DEF Available by Pump! Open an account and order online at: www.angelosoil.com (781) 231-3500 (781) 231-3003 367 LINCOLN AVE • SAUGUS • OPEN 7 DAYS Prices subject to change Fill Up & Save! Fall is Coming! FLEET

Page 2 THE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 24, 2021 ELECTION | FROM PAGE 1 Meanwhile, Saugus politicians and campaign organizers are gearing up for the town’s biennial election, which features three contested townwide races: • Ten candidates are vying for two-year terms on the Board of Selectmen. The five incumbent board members are all running for reelection. • The five School Committee members who were swept into office during a purge of incumbents back in 2019 are also seeking two more years in office. They face two challengers. (Please see this week’s “The Advocate Asks” for the first in a series of pre-election interviews of the candidates for selectmen and the School Committee.) • There are three candidates competing for the one seat up for grabs on the Saugus Housing Authority. In addition, voters in each of the town’s 10 precincts will elect five members to the 50-member Town Meeting. Of the 59 candidates running for Town Meeting seats, 42 are incumbents and 17 are challengers. There is very little competition in most of the precincts. In four of the precincts (1, 2, 6 and 7), only five candidates are running for the five seats. In four of the precincts (3, 4, 8 and 9), only six candidates are running for the five seats. The most competitive Town Meeting race is in Precinct 10, where there are three candidates challenging the five incumbent members. In Precinct 5, there are seven candidates running. SAVE announces a “virtual” candidates forum So far, no traditional candidates’ forums similar to those in past years have been scheduled. Saugus Action Volunteers for the Environment (SAVE) has recently announced that it will hold its biannual Environmental Candidates Night for Board of Selectmen candidates on Thursday, Oct. 14 at 7 p.m. This year’s event will be conducted in a virtual format, using the Zoom videoconferencing platform for participating candidates. The event will be broadcast live on Channel 8 by Saugus Community TV (SCTV) at 7 p.m. for public viewing, and the recording will be made available on https://vimeo.com/saugustelevision within a few business days. “As we have in the past, SAVE provides this public service forum so that each candidate for the Board of Selectmen has the opportunity to share their views on the critical environmental issues facing our Town,” SAVE said in a recent press release. “While this year's virtual format is a departure from our usual in-person event, we feel that giving the candidates an opportunity to share their environmental goals and concerns, in any format, is so important for informed voting,” the SAVE statement continued. “Due to the virtual format, From foundation to finish, let’s make it happen. TALK TO JOE ABOUT OUR COMMERCIAL AND CONSTRUCTION LOANS. WE’RE READY TO HELP YOU GET STARTED. SAVE will accept environmental questions for consideration from the public. Please submit questions to SAVE01906@ gmail.com no later than Oct 7th.” Event invitations for Board of Selectman candidates are sent on or shortly after Sept. 20. For more information about SAVE, please visit the group’s website at http://www.SaugusSAVE.org and follow the link to its Facebook group. Student election help needed In addition to student election workers, the Town Clerk’s Office is looking for regular election workers. “We are looking for student election workers,” Town Election Coordinator Andrew DePatto said. “It is a great way for them to learn how their government functions and how important it is to vote. 16-year-old students are eligible to work ½ day (6-8 hours). 17-18 year old students may work a full day (8-12 hours). All students can receive community service which is imperative to them in order to satisfy their High School requirement mandated for graduation,” DePatto said. “Or, they can be paid for their hours worked. In addition, we are able to write letters of recommendation for National Honors Society, Colleges, etc.” The candidates by office Saugus Town Clerk Ellen Schena has released the following list of names of candidates who received the required number of certified signatures of registered voters to appear on the Nov. 2 Town ElecELECTION | SEE PAGE 6 JOSEPH D. KEOHANE EVP & SENIOR LOAN OFFICER JKEOHANE@EVERETTBANK . COM 61 7-381-3622 419 BROADWAY, EVERETT MA 02149 WWW.EVERETTBANK .COM/FOUNDATIONTOFINISH Member FDIC Member DIF

THE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 24, 2021 Page 3 ~ THE ADVOCATE ASKS ~ TOWN ELECTION 2021: Candidates for Saugus Board of Selectmen and School Committee cite the major reasons why they are running to serve their community Editor’s Note: 39 days from today, Saugus voters will go to the polls for the town’s biennial election. The five seats on both the Board of Selectmen and the School Committee will be the featured town-wide races on the Nov. 2 ballot, which will also include a seat on the Housing Authority and 50 Town Meeting seats – five members to be selected in each of the 10 precincts. Beginning in this week’s issue and the five remaining editions of The Saugus Advocate published before the town election, we will dedicate this space to questions to the 10 candidates running for the Board of Selectmen and the seven candidates competing for the five School Committee positions. With the lack of candidate forums between now and Town Election Day, we decided to reach out to the candidates aspiring to two-year terms on the town’s two most prominent elected bodies and give them an opportunity to define the essence of their campaigns and what sets them apart from their political opponents. For the Board of Selectmen Q: In 75 words or less, what is the single most important reason why you have decided to run for the Saugus Board of Selectmen this year? The incumbents: Selectmen Jeffrey V. Cicolini A: The Town is entering a critical phase of our long-term planning. First, the 2-year moratorium on multi-family construction is set to expire and second, finalization of the update to our Master Plan. I anticipate many applications for licenses and permits coming before the board and will continue to use my experience and business acumen to make certain I only support permits or licenses that are fully in the best interest of the town. Board of Selectmen Chair Anthony W. Cogliano Sr. A: I’m running again because I love this Town. I was born here and I’m sure I’ll die here. It’s been a pleasure to serve this community as long as I have and with your support I’ll get to do it for another two years. My hope has always been to make Saugus a better place for the people that matter most...our families, our friends, and our neighbors. Like my good friend Dick Barry always said, “There’s no substitute for experience and he was right. This year we have 10 extremely qualified individuals vying for 5 seats...I wish everyone the best and no matter what happens...it’s always “Saugus First.” Selectman Debra C. Panetta A: It’s been my honor and privilege to represent Saugus residents. Although there are many largeSAUGUS TOWN HALL: Five challengers will be running against the five incumbent members of the Board of Selectmen in the Nov. 2 Town Election, making it the most competitive race on the ballot. (Saugus Advocate file photo by Mark E. Vogler) SAUGUS PUBLIC SCHOOLS ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICES: All five School Committee members are running for another two-year term in the Nov. 2 Town Election. But two other candidates are running for a spot on the committee. (Saugus Advocate file photo by Mark E. Vogler) scale projects being discussed, like a West Side Fire Station and various economic development initiatives, sometimes it’s the smaller issues that need attention. Residents need to have a voice for matters that impact their quality of life. I appreciate hearing from residents, listening to concerns, and following-up with results. I will always stay true for what’s fair, right, and just. Board of Selectmen Vice-Chair Corinne Riley A: I ran in 2019 to promote transparency and accountability, community input, better planning, a third fire station, Economic Development, address Wheelabrator, and better cooperation with the State. Even though COVID became a priority, progress has been made on all these goals, but more needs to be done. I’m running to get the Master Plan and Fire Station off the ground, complete a Wheelabrator agreement, revitalize Cliftondale, continue improving communication and transparency, and engage the community. Selectman Michael J. Serino A: The single most important reason why I have decided to run for the Board of Selectmen is my deep caring of our community. I ASKS | SEE PAGE 5

Page 4 THE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 24, 2021 ~ POLITICAL ANNOUNCEMENT ~ Veteran Selectman Jeffrey Cicolini seeks a fourth term after seven years on the board A fter much thought and consideration, I recently announced I will be seeking a 4th term on the Saugus Board of Selectmen. Over the past 7 years I have proven that a strong business acumen and leadership ability are important qualities for a Board Member to possess. I am a 4th generation Saugonian and I graduated from Saugus High School with high honors in 1990, my daughter graduated SHS in 2019 (high honors) as her class V.P. and my son is a Senior at SHS (high honors) and is the class Treasurer and a varsity baseball player. I joined my firm twenty-seven years ago (1994) after I graduated magna cum laude from Salem State University with a BS in Accounting and Finance. The past 16 years I have been a Partner and Shareholder. This awesome responsibility has put me in front of many of the executives at the largest companies in the region as we work together to address complex business strategies and implement detailed strategic plans. Over the years, I RUNNING FOR REELECTION: Jeffrey Cicolini wants to serve another two years as a Saugus selectman, helping his hometown. (Courtesy photo to The Saugus Advocate). have obtained a strong business acumen and the ability to analyze complex business scenarios which helps me prepare for public hearings and other license applications. I spend a great deal of time reviewing each business proposal and permit application and make sure I have the important questions ready to ask and get answers for prior to any vote being taken. I have a track record that shows I am pro-business, but I always do so with great pause and caution as to not overburden our schools or limit the public services for our residents. I advocated for the moratorium on multi-family construction. I am one who believes in doing what is best for our town as a whole and leads by example. If you tune in to our board meetings you will see that I spend the time doing my research and I ask the important questions and impose conditions on permits to protect our community. My commitment to do what is right for the town comes before anything else. I have served with many Selectmen over the years and have proven that I can work collaboratively and effectively with everyone. I ask that you once again consider me for one of your 5 votes so I can continue to serve our town with the same level of integrity and enthusiasm. I will not let you down. Thank you! World Series Park lights nearing completion (Editor’s Note: The following info is from a press release issued this week by World Series Park.) he light poles are up and the wiring is being worked on. Within a couple of weeks, the project should be completed. The recent extreme rain has caused challenges to T the installation process, but it will continue. “We’ve made significant progress in the past couple of months and can’t wait to complete the installation, which has taken a lot longer than expected because of the weather,” World Series Park Superintendent Bob Davis said this week. “We very much appreciate those people who have donated to our Lighting Fund. It’s not too late to donate. We’re going to have a dedication ceremony and invite all the donors,” Davis said. Anyone who donates $100 or more can get their name or the name of a departed loved one on the permanent lighting fund plaque and will be invited to the dedication ceremony and reception, which will be held as soon as the lighting system is up and running. Donations can be made by sending a check payable to World Series Park at 8 Holden Ave., Saugus, MA 01906. PROJECT END IN SIGHT: A huge crane hoists a light pole into place at World Series Park. Island Lighting & Power Systems is close to finishing off installation of the whole lighting system, which will enable Saugus players and fans to enjoy nighttime baseball at World Series Park. (Courtesy photo to The Saugus Advocate) COVID-19 update Town reports 73 newly confirmed cases and two related deaths over the past week, according to town manager By Mark E. Vogler T here was a decline in the number of newly confirmed COVID-19 cases reported by the Town of Saugus over the last seven days. There were 73 new cases reported yesterday – a 28 percent drop from the 101 cases reported a week ago, according to the latest COVID-19 statistics released by Town Manager Scott C. Crabtree. But after weeks of not reporting any COVID-19-related deaths, there were two new deaths reported, raising the total to 76 deaths in Saugus, Crabtree noted yesterday. “Our hearts and prayers go out to those families affected by this health pandemic,” Crabtree said. The recently confirmed COVID cases raised the number of total cases to 4,758 since March of last year, according to Crabtree. There have been 307 new cases over the past four weeks.

THE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 24, 2021 Page 5 ASKS | FROM PAGE 3 enjoy being a public servant and have served in several appointed and elected positions in town. Overall, I truly feel that my experience, independent voice and ability to respect somebody’s position on an issue is needed in our community. I hope I can make a difference. The challengers Leo M. Fonseca, Jr. A: The single most important reason I have chosen to run is, simply put, my two beautiful children. My wife Erin and I have chosen to raise them in Saugus, and I want to be part of shaping the Town’s future as we shape theirs. I believe my experience leading people and businesses in the private sector will be valuable in continuing to make Saugus a better place to live, for my family and yours. Elizabeth Marchese A: The single most important reason I have decided to run for Selectman is simple.... I love this town, I love our families, and I love our children. This town and its families took me in 20 years ago and made me one of its own. It has given my family lasting friendships, memories and the upbringing I had as a child. I want to once again pay this forward so that our next generations will have the same. I believe that I will bring a fresh perspective to the board bridging the gap between the needs of our senior population and those of our younger families as I have the advantageous benefit of having family members living here that are on both sides... My 80 year old father right down the line to my 3 year old granddaughter. Saugus is our home and I want it to stay that way doing anything I can to help better it for us all. Animal Control Officer Darren R. McCullough I have been a lifelong Saugonian. I love the Town of Saugus. They were there for me when needed. I felt, it was a good opportunity for me to get involved and give back. The community is growing and heading in a positive direction and I would like to be part of that. The residents of Saugus deserve the best. new schools, sports facilities, parks and a great education. The current administration has done an amazing job. I look forward to working with each and every member. Saugus Police Officer Domenic Montano A: I feel as though it is my mission to continue to be a voice for the community. I dedicate my time to being involved in town and being a role model for our youth. I want to be the voice for our seniors, veterans and disabled community while continuing to maintain a strong presence in town and making a more vibrant downtown. I want to see to Saugus as a beautiful place for years to come. Retired Animal Control Officer Harry Young A: Some of the many reasons why I decided to run for the Board of Selectmen is because I want to see more forward motion on some projects. Things such as finishing our sidewalks and streets for the safety of our residents. I would like to see the town work towards trying to relieve the many traffic issues in town. We also need to stop the over building on route one which is causing a strain on services. These are the reasons why I am running for Board of Selectmen. For the School Committee Q: In 75 words or less, what is the single most important reason why you have decided to run for the School Committee this year? The incumbents: Ryan P. Fisher A: We faced every tough decision. We got the district through the worst days of the pandemic, put 2,700 kids back into classrooms, kept our staff whole, and hired a 21st century superintendent who will move Saugus into the top 10% while defending our ELL community from the assertion that not every child is inclined to greatness. We can’t afford to return to the politics of embarrassment and personal agendas. I’m running to finish the job. School Committee Member Joseph “Dennis” Gould A: I decided to run for a second term to work with our new superintendent on our short and long term goals that will enhance our students educational opportunities for all students. I really would like to assist by assuring we have the policies, the funding and contracts in place to develop and excel at our new three school system. I have and will continue to give many hours and effort to move our district forward for our students, teachers and staff. We can and will improve Saugus’s standing in education. School Committee Member Arthur Grabowski A: I have decided to run for reelection to the school committee to continue to be an advocate for the students of our town as well as continue to demand accountability. Recently a chorus teaching position was to be eliminated at the middle school/high school complex...this position is posted as a one year, grant funded position...this is totally unacceptable...this position is as important as any math, history or languages arts teaching position and should be filled accordingly. School Committee Member John S. Hatch A: Having served on the committee eight years before, I never encountered tougher decisions than this board faced. Most of this board was united as a team. I am proud that my children are products of the district, my son a freshman at UMass Lowell, and my daughter a freshman at Saugus Middle High. I am excited for the standards our superintendent has put forth. We need a culture change that gives power to educators and not old time Saugus politics. School Committee Chair Thomas R. Whittredge A: Two things I wanted to accomplish over the last 2 years was to help our educators get the tools needed for 21st century learning and to bring stability to the district. We were able to accomplish both goals even through an extremely tumultuous year and a half of Covid. We are heading in the direction that I had hoped we would. I want to make sure the district doesn’t take a step back to the days of political vendettas and being close to state receivership. We definitely have some unfinished business and it’s not always easy, but every kid in the district deserves my best efforts. The challengers Leigh Gerow A: I was motivated to run for School Committee by a desire to broaden the representation on the board and to ensure that we are meeting the needs of all students in the Saugus Public Schools. As a mom and a parent to a 7-year-old Belmonte STEAM student, I bring the skills, experience and fresh perspective that the board vitally needs. Former School Committee Member Vincent Serino A: Dear Saugus Advocate; I want to thank you for this opportunity to participate in “The Advocate Asks.” I was on the Saugus School Committee in the past. I took a lot from that experience. The reason I decided to run again is to help with the communication between parents, students’ teachers, and administrators. Our education system, like everything else, is changing fast. We need to keep everyone involved informed on a real-time basis. We have all the tools to make Saugus education a success.

Page 6 THE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 24, 2021 PROBLEM | FROM PAGE 1 than 44 years. In this time, we have approached and spoken to town officials to attempt to resolve this ongoing issue but have had no success. We are constantly told there is ‘no money in the budget’ to address this issue. Meanwhile, our homes are being destroyed.” D’Apolito said that when he pumps water from his home it floods other neighbors’ houses. It appears the current Board of Selectmen gave D’Apolito and his neighbors some hope that relief may be on the way. “Catch basins would be the cure-all. That’s kind of what we’re looking for,” said D’Apolito. Selectmen Jeffrey Cicolini and Debra Panetta each expressed concerns that the Evergreen Street residents have been experiencing so much trouble and are helpless to improve their situation. “We do have quite a few flooding issues in town,” Panetta said. “I apologize that you have ELECTION | FROM PAGE 2 tion Ballot. The drawing of the Ballot Positions is set for Thursday, Sept. 30 at 5:30 p.m. in the second floor auditorium at Town Hall. For Board of Selectmen *Jeffrey V. Cicolini, 6 Hitching Hill Rd. *Anthony W. Cogliano Sr., 27 Serino Way *Debra C. Panetta, 1 Bellevue St. *Corinne R. Riley, 7 Oceanview Ave. *Michael J. Serino, 54 Gates Rd. Leo M. Fonseca, Jr., 31 Iron Works Way Elizabeth Marchese, 34 School St. Darren R. McCullough, 52 Auburn St. Domenic Montano, 3 Scott Dr. Harry Young, 24 School St. For School Committee *Ryan P. Fisher, 64 Forest St. *Joseph D. Gould, 6 Serino Way *Arthur Grabowski, 66 Denver St. *John S. Hatch, 6 Morris Plc. *Thomas R. Whittredge, 17 Hood St. Leigh Gerow, 25 Springdale Ave. Precinct 3 *Arthur David Connors, Jr., 16 Springdale Ave. *Gregory Angelo Nickolas, 9 Overlea Ave. *Rick A. Smith, 91 Hamilton St. *Richard E. Thompson, 18 Laconia Ave. Daniel Schena, 6 Seaview Ave. Annemarie E. Tesoro, 16 Glendale Ave. Precinct 4 *Glen R. Davis, 220 Essex St. *Stephen N. Doherty, 198 Essex St. *William L. Leuci, 35 Wilbur Ave. *Andrew James Whitcomb, 212 Essex St. #102 *Maureen E. Whitcomb, 212 Essex St. #102 Robert C. Northrup, 234 Essex St. Precinct 5 *Pamela J. Goodwin, 85 Hobson St. *Mary Frances Migliore, 29 Magnolia St. *Brendon H. Spencer, 299 Walnut St. *Ronald Mark Wallace, 54 Magnolia St. Paul Arnold, 48 Walden Pond Precinct 2 *Robert James Camuso, Sr., 27 Eustis St. *Christopher P. Riley, 7 Oceanview Ave. *Peter A. Rossetti, Jr, 6 Summit Ave. *Joseph John Vecchione IV, 31 Wamesit Ave. Christine M. Moreschi, 5 Western Ave. #1 been living with this. We will follow up with the town manager, with the DPW director,” she said. Selectman Cicolini suggested that selectmen refer the matter to Town Manager Scott C. Crabtree, the Department of Public Works Director and the town engineer. Selectmen voted to approve Cicolini’s motion and stipulate that selectmen be Vincent Serino, 15 Foster St. For Housing Authority *William Stewart, 12 Grandview Ave. John Cannon, 19 Talbot St. #005 Kristi Talagan, 21 Farrington Ave. Town Meeting Candidates Precinct 1 *Anthony Roger Arone, 26 Summer Dr. *Susan C. Dunn, 1 Summer Dr. *Christopher R. Jones, 4 Apple Ln. *Assunta A. Palomba, 73 Appleton St. Mark J. Bell, 36 Pleasant St. provided with a report at their next meeting. It may take an article submitted to Town Meeting to get funding appropriated to correct the problem, or have the problem addressed through the town’s capital improvement plan, he said. “This is unfortunate – that it’s gone this long and it’s frustrating,” Cicolini said. Ave. Jaclyn Hickman, 34 Biscayne Ave. Alex Manoogian, 38 Blueridge Ave. Precinct 6 *Jean M. Bartolo, 47 Jackson St. *William S. Brown, 90 School St. *Kevin D. Currie, 26 Birch St. *Allen V. Panico, 35 School St. Elisa LeBrasseur, 5 Sunnyside Ave. Precinct 7 *John George Chipouras, 10 Spring Ln. *Stephen F. McCarthy, 36 Susan Dr. *Michael J. Paolini, 16 Alfred Rd. *Robert A. Palleschi, 37 David Dr. Stefano D’Anna, 44 David Dr. Precinct 8 *William E. Cross III, 12 Pearson St. *Thomas E. Traverse, 46 Auburn St. *Anthony J. LoPresti, 75 Auburn St. Jason Kahn, 8 Robinson St. William Kramich, Jr., 12 Emory St. Vincent Serino, 15 Foster St. Precinct 9 *Katrina L. Berube, 14 Glen Rd. *John S. Cottam, 31 Juniper Dr. *Daniel M. Kelly, 15 Valley St. *Robert J. Long, 26 Bennett Ave. *Judith A. Worthley, 35 Juniper Dr. Robert Strasnick, 365 Main St. Precinct 10 *Martin J. Costello, 18 Bristow St. *Peter Delios, 32 Spencer Ave. *Steven C. DiVirgilio, 6 Pevwell Dr. *Peter Z. Manoogian, Sr., 50 Ballard St. *Darren S. Ring, 39 Ballard St. Vincent S. LoRusso, 6 Bailey Ave. Carla A. Scuzzarella, 8 Carr Rd. James A. Tozza, 12 Saugus Ave. Editor’s Note: An asterisk (*) denotes incumbents or current members of the local government bodies who are running for election on Nov. 2.

THE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 24, 2021 Page 7 ~ POLITICAL ANNOUNCEMENT ~ Concerned mom Leigh Gerow wants a seat on the Saugus School Committee O riginally from Somerville, I graduated from Somerville High School in 1993 and from Northeastern University with a Bachelor’s Degree in American Sign Language/English Interpreting 2000. I’ve lived in Saugus for 6 years with my husband Christopher and our 7-year-old daughter Lilly. I have been employed as a freelance ASL Interpreter for 21 years, working primarily at Boston University for the past 12 years. I am motivated to run for this position because of the gap I see in representation on the board. I believe I would bring a unique set of qualifi cations to the position of School Committee Member. As a Mom, I understand the needs of children in the school and as a Sign Language Interpreter, I am sensitive to students with a range of abilities and communication styles. In addition, I currently serve as a Saugus Girl Scout Leader for grades K-2, working directly with our youth and can transfer these experiences to my work with the School Committee. I have experito me that we create a safe and fair learning environment for students from all backgrounds. I would work passionately to make sure that every child is recognized and their needs met. I would be humbled to receive your vote on November 2nd. (Editor’s Note: Saugus resiSCHOOL COMMITTEE CANDIDATE: Leigh Gerow cites her experience as a sign language interpreter and local Girl Scout leader as invaluable. (Courtesy photo to The Saugus Advocate). ence advocating for children and have worked with town meeting members to ensure a safer Town Hall. Our educational climate is changing and along with it, our population of students. It is vital Saugus Man Pleads Guilty to Drug and Firearm Offenses B OSTON – A Saugus man pleaded guilty last week to drug and fi rearm off enses. Vinicius Teixeira, a/k/a “Vinny,” 31, pleaded guilty to possession with intent to distribute controlled substances, including marijuana and psilocyn, and being a user of controlled substances in possession of a fi rearm and ammunition. U.S. District Court Chief Judge F. Dennis Saylor IV scheduled sentencing for Oct. 25, 2021. Teixeira was indicted in April 2019. In March 2019, a search of Teixeira’s residence recovered at least one kilogram of marijuana, over 400 grams of mushrooms (dry) containing psilocyn, drug traffi cking paraphernalia and an American Tactical 9mm semiautomatic pistol containing 11 rounds of 9mm ammunition. The charge of possession with intent to distribute controlled substances provides for a sentence of up to 20 years in prison, at least three years and up to a lifetime of supervised release and a fi ne of up to $1 million. The charge of being a user of controlled substances in possession of a fi rearm and ammunition provides for a sentence of up to 10 years in prison, up to three years of supervised release and a fi ne of up to $250,000. Sentences are imposed by a federal district court judge based upon the U.S. Sentencing Guidelines and other statutory factors. SAUGUS | SEE PAGE 12 dents wishing to announce their candidacy for public offi ce in the fall’s town elections may submit to The Saugus Advocate a statement along with a photo, which will be published as a courtesy to town voters. Friday, Oct. 29, is the last day for publishing these announcements.) Bread of Life’s 5K Walk – Sunday, Oct. 3 B read of Life’s 5K Walk is Sunday, October 3 at Pine Banks Park; start time is 12 p.m. The annual Walk is in Memory of Beatrice Flammia. The Walk starts and ends inside Pine Banks Park at the pavilion. The Walk route is on sidewalks through Melrose and Malden, ending at Pine Banks pavilion. Walker registration: $25/ adult, children 17 and under $15, under 6 free. Register online: Events – Bread of Life (breadoflifemalden.org). For more info, contact Patty Kelly at patty.kelly@breadoflifemalden.org. Gerry D’Ambrosio Attorney-at-Law Is Your Estate in Order? Do you have an update Will, Health Care Proxy or Power of Attorney? If Not, Please Call for a Free Consultation. 14 Proctor Avenue, Revere (781) 284-5657 AUTOTECH 1989 SINCE Is your vehicle ready for the Summer Season?!! Recharge your vehicle's AC for the warm weather! Includes up to 1 LB. of Refrigerant* (*Most Vehicles/Some Restrictions May Apply) AC SPECIAL Only $69.95 DRIVE IT - PUSH IT - TOW IT! CASH FOR YOUR CAR, TRUCK OR SUV! 2012 HONDA PILOT EXL 2010 NISSAN ALTIMA Loaded, One Owner, Sunroof, Back-up Camera, Warranty, Only 101K Miles! TRADES WELCOME! $14,500 Financing Available! 1236 EasternAve • Malden EddiesAutotech.com Loaded, Leather Interior, Just Serviced, Warranty, Runs Beautiful, Only 160K Miles! TRADES WELCOME! (781) 321-8841 • (617) 571-9869 Easy For Your Vehicle! $5,995 We Pay Cash

Page 8 THE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 24, 2021 Saugus volleyball team earns first win T By Greg Phipps he Saugus High School volleyball team notched a dominating 3-0 home victory over the Pioneer Charter School last Thursday. The Sachems took each set by scores of 25-13, 2510 and 25-8. Fallon Millerick led the way for the Sachems with three kills, three digs and two aces. Ryann Moloney scored 14 aces in the win. A loss at Swampscott on Wednesday left Saugus with a 1-4 record on the early season. After last week’s victory, Head Coach Gina Vozzella said it was refreshing for the team to get that first win in the books. “It gets their energy going once they get a win under their belt, [it] makes them excited [and they] want to try more.” Marked improvement in Saugus’s serving helped lead to success against Pioneer Charter. Vozzella pointed out that the team missed 18 serves in the season opener and 11 in the contest prior to last Thursday’s win. The defense has also shown progress, she said. On Wednesday at Swampscott, the Sachems lost in three sets, but each game was close. The host Big Blue won by scores of 25-20, 25-21 and 25-21. Saugus held a 17-11 lead in the first set but couldn’t hold on, as the Law Offices of Terrence W. Kennedy 512 Broadway, Everett • Criminal Defense • Personal Injury • Medical Malpractice Tel: (617) 387-9809 Cell: (617) 308-8178 twkennedylaw@gmail.com Saugus players Ryann Moloney and Cassie Israelson went up for this shot block attempt against Swampscott. Saugus’s Fallon Millerick blocked this kill attempt in Wednesday’s match at Swampscott. Saugus field hockey team scores first win By Greg Phipps S augus High School field hockey Head Coach Barbara Guarente cited last week’s contest against Revere as a possible turning point game for her squad. The Sachems had just come off a shutout loss at Beverly last Monday, and she saw the upcoming Revere tilt as a chance to get in the win column. The Sachems did just that with a convincing 6-0 home triumph last Friday over the Patriots. Gianna Costa led the way with three goals while Georgia Fiore, Emily Orent and Kristiana Ormond collected single tallies. Jessica Bremberg earned the shutout in goal. “Overall, it was a nice game,” said Guarente of the Revere win. “The girls communicated with each other on the field, which made all the difference in the game.” hosts went on a 14-3 run to steal the opening game. Moving forward, the Sachems host Everett today and Peabody on Tuesday. Saugus’s Ava Rogers battled at the net in Wednesday’s match at Swampscott. (Advocate photos by Greg Phipps) Saugus’s Georgia Fiore collected one of the team’s six goals in last Friday’s 6-0 win over Revere. (Advocate photo by Greg Phipps) The Sachems lost to Danvers on Monday and Swampscott on Wednesday to fall to 1-5 overall on the season. They host Peabody this afternoon.

THE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 24, 2021 Page 9 Saugus girls’ soccer team off to strong start H By Greg Phipps aving outscored opponents by more than a 2-1 ratio through its first six games, the Saugus High School girls’ soccer team is off to a powerful start in 2021. The team has suff ered just one defeat in those six games and is averaging over four goals a contest. Last Friday at Anna Parker Field, the Sachems jumped on the visiting Salem Witches early and often and owned a formidable 6-0 advantage by halftime. They ended up cruising to a 7-1 victory. Two scores Saugus forward Shalyn Sewell maneuvered through the Salem defense in last Friday’s win at Anna Parker Field. (Advocate photos by Greg Phipps) each by Jordan Morris and Julianna Powers and single tallies by Shalyn Sewell and Madi Femino did the damage in the fi rst 40 minutes. The second half consisted of Head Coach Chris Coviello using the situation to substitute and give his less experienced players some playing time. Salem did score at the midway point of the second period to avoid the shutout. Saugus’s last tally came when Jenna Tennant launched a high boot over the goalie’s head Saugus’ Madison Botta heads upfi eld against Salem. and into the far corner of the net to account for the fi nal result. Maddie Goyetche and Madison Botta had assists in the win. The Sachems’ lone loss thus far came in a 5-0 shutout defeat at Masconomet two weeks ago. Otherwise, the Sachems have outscored the opposition 25-5 in their fi ve wins. The latest victory came on Tuesday at East Boston by a 4-0 margin. Saugus’s other victories were a 4-2 season-opening win over Winthrop, a 5-2 triumph at Gloucester and a 5-0 home win over East Boston. The Sachems had back-toback away contests scheduled for later this week. They took on Swampscott on Thursday (after press deadline) and travel to play Ipswich today. Saugus forward Jordan Morris collected two goals in last week’s win over Salem. Saugus forward Jenna Tennant tries to get past a Salem defender. Monogram D4 Double siding Cedar impression half rounds Harvey Vinyl 63 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 10 THE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 24, 2021 THE SOUNDS OF SAUGUS By Mark E. Vogler H ere are a few tidbits that you might want to know about this week in Saugus. A night of unity for Saugus Sunday night’s (Sept. 19) candlelight vigil reflected a great collaborative effort by town officials – particularly Board of Selectmen Vice-Chair Corinne Riley – and the Saugus Faith Community, which is led by Rev. John T. Beach of St. John’s Episcopal Church, to bring together the community more than 18 months after the outbreak of the COVID-19 pandemic. An estimated crowd of more than 200 people gathered on the lawn in front of Saugus Town Hall in a noble event intended to give public recognition to a number of local heroes who helped the town through these challenging months of the Coronavirus that’s been linked to 74 deaths since March 2020. At the same time that the heroes received public recognition, Saugus residents reflected on the passing of some 400 loved ones and friends who died during the pandemic – most of them of causes unrelated to COVID-19. But many of their families and friends were hampered by the virus in the way funeral and burial arrangements could be held. From everything I have heard from folks who participated in or observed the COVID Memorial at Saugus Center, it was described frequently as “a very moving” and comforting night of reflection. It served as a great example of what a town like Saugus can do when people work together for a common good. Help out the Pumpkin Patch people! Here’s a good community volunteer project to get involved in – First Congregational Church’s 19th Annual Pumpkin Patch. If you are not busy tomorrow morning (Saturday, Sept. 25), head down to Hamilton Street and help unload the “Pumpkin truck” that will be arriving at around 9 a.m. to unload a few thousand pumpkins in all shapes and sizes on the church lawn facing Saugus Town Hall. If you have small children, what a treat it would be to introduce them to this town tradition that goes back nearly two decades. And it’s a convenient trip if you planned to buy a pumpkin or two for your kids or house, anyway. The Annual Pumpkin Patch will run from Sept. 25 through Halloween, October 31. Pumpkins will be displayed on the church lawn and will be available for purchase every day from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Volunteers are also needed to help staff the various shifts for the selling of pumpkins. “The Pumpkin Patch” offers a great way to get in the fall spirit. For more information, please contact Carl Spencer at 781-233-9196. Saugus is one of many communities receiving pumpkins from the Navajo Reservation near Farmington, N.M., working with a program called Pumpkin Patch USA, which coordinates the destination of the pumpkins. The church and the Navajo Reservation both benefit from the pumpkins. Election season is definitely here! Every two years, Saugus voters elect their citizens’ Legislature (the 50-member Town Meeting), their five-member Board of Selectmen, the five-member School Committee and a representative to the Housing Authority. One of the most important functions of a community newspaper is to provide readers with as much information as possible about the candidates on the ballot in a local election. So, for this week’s edition and for the next five issues leading up to the Nov. 2 Town Election, we’re going to be bird-dogging the candidates in the major contested town races and try to illuminate meaningful issues worthy of public discussion on how town government should operate. Who are these people? Why are they running? What qualifications, educational and professional backgrounds do they bring to the table? What separates them from the field of candidates? What’s been their past history of public service to Saugus? Those are a few of the questions we will be asking in pursuit of what I hope will be fair and balanced coverage of all of the candidates in the contested races – especially GUESS WHO GOT SKETCHED! In this week’s edition, we continue our weekly feature where a local artist sketches people, places and things in Saugus. Got an idea who was sketched this week? If you do, please email me at mvoge@comcast.net or leave a phone message at 978-683-7773. Anyone who correctly identifies the Saugonian being sketched between now and Tuesday at noon qualifies to have their name put in a green Boston Red Sox hat with a chance to be selected as the winner of a $10 gift certificate, compliments of Dunkin’ at the 1204 Broadway Saugus location on Route 1 North. But you have to enter to win! Look for the winner and identification in next week’s “The Sounds of Saugus.” Please leave your mailing address in case you are a winner. (Courtesy illustration to The Saugus Advocate by a Saugonian who goes by the name of “The Sketch Artist”) It certainly wasn’t anything to write home about. In fact, I stayed home most of the time. I guess the highlight of my first vacation in more than five years was many hours spent in my garage, getting rid of clutter that had built up over many years – some of it long before I was even born. I was happy to connect with my friend Rick Sibley, a painter from Chester, N.H., who was more than happy to help remove the clutter and find a good home for all the reusable stuff instead of just taking it to the dump. Old dishes, furniture, antique stuff, old tools, sports memorabilia and a wide range of books and magazines just sat in my garage for years. Rick is a consummate recycler who believes that there’s a future use for all sorts of wood and metal materials that many folks would just take to the dump. It didn’t cost me a dime for Rick’s services, but of course Rick gets something in return for his help – a few New England Patriots game tickets – including a pair to the big one coming up in a couple of weeks against former Patriots quarterback great Tom Brady and the defending Super Bowl Champion Tampa Bay Buccaneers. Some friends have told me that I could have sold those tickets for thousands of dollars. Well, for me, it was worth getting somebody to help get the Board of Selectmen and the School Committee. We will be dedicating “The Advocate Asks” in next six editions (including our Sept. 24 Issue) to questions to the candidates who seek election to these two important town bodies. Stay tuned. How was my vacation? A lot of folks in Saugus are curious and keep asking what I did on my vacation during the last two weeks of August. They wanted to know what exotic places I went to and whether I did anything interesting. rid of years of clutter. That could cost thousands of dollars, too. Legion Hall news Here’s some good news for people who enjoy those Friday morning breakfasts at the Saugus American Legion Cpl Scott J. Procopio Post 210. Debra Dion Faust, Building Manager of American Legion Post 210, shared this information with us: Legion Hall, located at 44 Taylor Street, has resumed its Friday breakfasts and will continue through the last Friday in May of 2022. The buffet breakfast is served at 8:00 a.m. for a donation of $7. Want to be a Knight? The Knights of Columbus is looking for new members to join. If interested in becoming a member of this local organization, please call 781-233-9858. We have a winner! Congratulations to Anna Simoes for getting her name drawn from the green Boston Red Sox hat as the winner of last week’s “Guess Who Got Sketched” contest. She was one of several who answered correctly. Here’s the answer, offered by the person who goes by the name of The Sketch Artist: “The answer to last week’s sketch is Cathy and Kenny Strum. These two are high school sweethearts married 48 plus years! Kenny and Cathy are heartfelt missionaries with such an interesting background connected to many organizations of help. “There are many trips they go on to help others, one to name is The “Give Kids the world.” Cathy is quoted telling of their experience: ‘Then my favorite mission trip was working at Give Kids The World in Kissimmee Florida. That is a magical place where all the wish kids and families are put up in villas. Everything there is free..... food, rides and anything you can think of. Every child there is happy as can be. They have Christmas parties every week because some of the kids won’t make that holiday. Parents couldn’t thank us enough. Little did they know we got just as much out of it. What a great feeling.’ Cathy. “These two have gone to Louisiana to help rebuild homes and help the people there during the Hurricanes. Cathy states, ‘We went to the lower nine to help rebuild houses that were lost in the flood. We did that twice. We spoke with a lot of people to hear their stories. I even went to the Senior Center there to hear their stories. Pretty sad what they went through.’ Cathy. “Kenny and Cathy have various missions. Cathy states, ‘We also did mission work in Boston at the Seafarers. It’s a place where freight & cruise ships out of Boston can go and shop for snacks, food or soda etc. on the first floor. On the second floor. They pick up their Amazon UPS, FedX packages. On the third floor they send their money home to their families.’ “As well as being faithful monthly volunteers for Bread of Life, they involve their family and guests in their yearly tradition.’ “Cathy states, ‘On Thanksgiving, we have 14 people come for dinner at my house. Before they can eat here, I make them work at the Bread of Life. Ken and some of our friends and family deliver the meals to the shut-ins. The others and myself stay and put desserts on plates, work on the serving line and some of us deliver the meals to the people that come to the high school for dinner. Then we help clean. They look forward to this every year.’ “‘My church (Green Street Baptist, Melrose) hosts the meal on the 5th Wednesday of the month. We and people of our church all pitch in. Some shop, some cook, some serve and some clean on these days’” Cathy. “Cathy and Kenny serve on the Saugus Senior Center Board. “Such a giving life in multitudes of ways I couldn’t cover all they do and their many pictures! “Such lights only a full Mark E. Vogler Interview could do justice! THE SOUNDS OF SAUGUS | SEE PAGE 11

THE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 24, 2021 Page 11 THE SOUNDS OF SAUGUS | FROM PAGE 10 “Thank You you two are helping change the world one kindness one stroke at a time “Thank You “Yours Truly, The Sketch Artist” Multiple “Shout-Outs” this week! There is no such thing as too many “Shout-Outs” in any given week. The more the merrier. Here are this week’s nominations: Arelene and Eugene Decareau – “A very big thank you shout out to Corinne Riley and all who participated in Sunday’s candlelight vigil. It was a very moving experience.” Jeannie Meredith – “for Kevin Nigro and his team at PMA for working tirelessly for our Town and putting in all the long hours to make sure the Veteran’s Memorial School project was completed on time. This was no easy task with Covid creating many delays with materials and manpower. Thank You Mr Kevin Nigro, Sheamus O’Connor and Staff.” Sue Fleming – “I would like to give a Shout Out to all of the town officials, Clergy … much appreciated as a reminder of those lost during this sad time. We have so much to be thankful for and so much left to do to put this behind us. Thank you.” Jeanie Bartolo – “This Shout Out goes to Corinne Riley, Selectmen, for coordinating the Candlelight Vigil held Sunday night in front of Town Hall. The Service brought the Town’s people together for a moment of prayer and reflection for the loss of over 400 Saugonians who have passed away during the COVID pandemic. It was also an opportunity to honor our front line workers; Fire, Police, Ambulance, Schools, Board of Health and Bisbee’s Funeral Home. Thank you Corinne for bringing us together to remember our loved ones.” 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. Facing your fears about snakes The Saugus Public Library is teaming up with the Cape Ann Vernal Ponds Team to sponsor a hands-on snake program that will help people face their fears about snakes during the Halloween season. All ages are welcome, and no registration is required for the program, which is set for Saturday, Oct. 2 at 10 a.m. at the Saugus Iron Works. People who plan on going should check the library’s online event calendar the morning of the event for weather-related updates. You may also want to bring a chair or blanket to sit on. Want to serve Saugus? Feel like getting involved in meaningful public service for your hometown? Go to Saugus Town Hall. You will find plenty of opportunities there. The Saugus Town Manager is accepting resumes/ applications from Saugus residents for several volunteer positions on the following Boards or Commissions: Board of Assessors: The responsibility of this board is to annually determine the full and fair market value of all real estate in the town. Guidelines are set by the Dept. of Revenue, Bureau of Local Assessment. Board of Health: This board is responsible for protecting and serving the citizens in health areas, such as food sanitation, restaurants, markets and compliance with the state sanitary and other health codes as well as emergency preparedness. Medical degree or physicians preferred. Boats and Waterways Commission: The responsibilities of these positions are to provide a clear, effective and professional policy that will ensure the interest of commercial, fishing and recreational boating and that the waterways will be accessible to all citizens. Commission on Disabilities: The responsibilities of these positions are to answer questions and provide referral guidance regarding disability-related issues in accordance with the Mass. General Laws. Conservation Commission: The Commission’s responsibility is to preserve the natural resources of Saugus and to protect the remaining open spaces, wildlife, salt marshes, and ponds, and to restore streams and the Saugus River to their natural state. Historical Commission: The Commission’s responsibility is to preserve and register all historical sites in Saugus. Planning Board: The Board’s responsibilities are to hear, review and vote on the applications proposed to the Town of Saugus regarding subdivision plans, zoning special permits, rezoning issues and site plan review permits. Youth and Recreation: The Commission was established for the purpose of carrying out programs including but not limited to those designed to meet the opportunities, challenges and problems of the youths of the Town. If you are interested in volunteering and are a resident of the Town of Saugus, please submit a letter of interest and resume by Friday, Oct. 15 to: Saugus Town Manager, 298 Central St., Suite, Saugus, MA 01906 or email Cmoreschi@saugus-ma.gov. Kowloon events The Kowloon Restaurant continues its Samuel Adams Live Music Concert Series for September with the following lineup: Boston Renditions: tonight (Friday, Sept. 24), 7 to 10 p.m. A seven-piece tour-de-force live band and DJ combo whom music critics call “Distinguished musicians at the top of their game playing jazz to hip-hop and everything in between.” Dave Macklin Band: tomorrow night (Saturday, Sept. 25, 7 to 10 p.m. Named “High energy, and a powerhouse band mixing the best in R&B, Motown, top 40, reggae from old school to today’s hottest dance hits. Peace Love and Funk!!!” For tickets, call the Kowloon Restaurant at 781.233.0077 or go to www. KowloonRestaurant.com. Rockin’ 4 VetsHome Grown Rock for Boston’s Homeless Vets – Concerts For A Cause: Showtimes are 1 to 4:30 p.m. tomorrow (Saturday, Sept. 25) – Barry Goudreau’s Engine Room. James Montgomery Band & Friends: Barrence Whitfield, Ilana Katz Katz – 50th Anniversary Concert: Saturday, Oct. 2. Jon Butcher with Sal Baglio of The Stompers: Saturday, Oct. 9. Tickets and prices available at https:// gimmelive.com/ClassicRock. Healthy Students-Healthy Saugus Program Resumes for the 21-22 School Year (Editor’s Note: The following info is from an announcement submitted by Julie Cicolini, a member of the Board of Directors for Healthy Students-Healthy Saugus, providing information about the return of the program for the new school year.) Who we are: Healthy Students-Healthy Saugus (HS2) is a nonprofit group of volunteers that is helping to offset food insecurity in households. HS2 provides students/ families that enroll in the program a supply of nutritious food when school lunches and breakfasts are unavailable to them on weekends. How HS2 can help you: HS2 bags are distributed at school on Fridays to take home. Bags include such items as peanut butter, jelly, a loaf of bread, canned meals/soups/tuna/vegetables, pasta/sauce, fruit cups, cereal, oatmeal, goldfish, pretzels and granola bars. To sign up to complete an online form, access https://forms.gle/gmMGguycSHBdziuE9. Want to partner with us: HS2 relies on donations to create take home bags with a weekend’s supply of meals. All food is provided to children free of charge. It is our hope these resources will support the health, behavior and achievement of every student who participates. We would love to partner with organizations, youth groups, PTO’s, businesses and individuals to assist in feeding students of Saugus. To learn more about how you can partner with us, visit the Healthy Students-Healthy Saugus Facebook page or email us at HS2Saugus@gmail.com. Checks can also be sent directly to: Salem Five C/O Healthy Students-Healthy Saugus, 855-5 Broadway, Saugus, MA 01906. Online donations can also be made at https://givebutter.com/HealthySaugus. HS2 is accepting nonperishables to support the program. Items can be dropped off in a designated donation bin at the Saugus Town Hall lobby. Items have been carefully chosen and we ask that donations are not expired and come only from this list: – Macaroni & cheese, 7.5 oz. – Peanut butter, 15 oz. – Jelly (squeeze plastic bottles) – Canned vegetables (i.e., sliced carrots, green beans, peas, corn), 15 oz. – Canned tuna, 5 oz. – Canned chicken, 10 oz. – Canned beans – Canned meals (i.e., soups, chili, SpaghettiOs, raviolis) – Fruit cups – Oatmeal packets – Cold cereal – Granola bars – Pasta – Pasta sauce (no glass)

Page 12 THE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 24, 2021 SAUGUS GARDENS IN THE FALL Here’s what’s blooming in town this week to make your walks more enjoyable By Laura Eisener A mong the iconic flavors of fall, apples have a special significance in New England. Seeds to begin apple orchards counted among the prized possessions of early European settlers arriving in Massachusetts. Governor Endecott (later spelled Endicott) planted apples, pears and other fruit trees in 1633 on his large estate located in what is now part of Danvers. While none of the apple trees survive, there is a single pear tree on the site which has endured for nearly 400 years. By the early 19th century, many orchards had matured. Jonathan Chapman, better known as Johnny Appleseed, set off around then from Leominster, Mass., to distribute apple seeds to settlers in the west. Apple cider donuts, apple turnovers, apple fritters, apple crisp and, of course, apple cider itself, are now considered “as American as apple pie.” In most parts of New England, it is common to come across some naturalized apple trees on roadsides and semi-wild areas. While they will not thrive in the shade of mature woodlands, they often survive at the edges of meadows, along railroad tracks and similar places. Reminders of apple-related locations remain in names of streets all over New England. Apple Lane and Orchard Avenue near the high school, and Cider Mill Road and Vinegar Hill Drive in Lynnhurst are examples in Saugus. The name Vinegar Hill implies apples growing there were suitable primarily for vinegar! A few apple trees with small fruit survive near the rock outcrops at the top, but these are probably grown from seeds brought by birds from gardens nearby. The photo of an apple-laden branch was taken at Rumney Marsh, along the roadbed that was built for the proposed Route 95 paralleling Route 107. Generally speaking, apple varieties which produce fruit larger than 2" are called apples, while those with smaller fruit are known as crabapples. Smaller fruited varieties were generally bred as ornamental trees, so their fruit might be less sweet, but the flowers are just as pretty, and small fruit may be eaten by wildlife or are at least too small to require much cleaning up. Apple trees, as well as other fruit trees and small bushes like blueberry, blackberry and raspberry, have been much in demand during the last year and a half. All of the popular fruit trees, such as apple, pear, peach and cherry, are in the rose family (Rosaceae). Although summer has come to ANOTHER FALL BLOOMER: “Autumn Crocus” (Colchicum autumnale). (Courtesy photo to The Saugus Advocate by Margie Berkowitch) FRUIT FOR WILDLIFE: Wild apples (Malus sp.) at Rumney Marsh. (Courtesy photo to The Saugus Advocate by Laura Eisener) SAUGUS | FROM PAGE 7 Acting United States Attorney Nathaniel R. Mendell; Joseph R. Bonavolonta, Special Agent in Charge of the Federal Bureau of Investigation, Boston Division; Matthew B. Millhollin, Special Agent in Charge of Homeland Security Invesan end, the rose blooming season has not. Many rose (Rosa spp.) species and hybrids, especially those with Asian backgrounds, continue flowering quite late into the fall. Beach rose, also known as rugosa rose (Rosa rugosa) came originally from China and Japan. It has been planted to stabilize sand dunes for so long that people often assume it is native here. This rose is extremely tolerant of salt spray. It has been planted in some locations along Route 1 because it is well adapted to the salts remaining in the soil after winter snowplowing. While this rose typically begins blooming in June and produces its last blossoms in October, the red fruits known as rose hips often remain well into winter. Rugosa rose flowers have five petals, usually deep pink, pale pink or white surrounding a yellow center. The fruits are edible and high in vitamin C, but need cooking and sweetening to be palatable. While many other roses require good soil and ample nutrients in order to flourish, rugosa rose is sometimes straggly in too rich a soil. Sandy sites in sunny locations are usually best, and these are the sort of places it grows in its natural habitat in Asia. An outstanding feature of this rose is its intense fragrance – pleasant memories of coastal vacations usually tigations in Boston; and Colonel Christopher Mason, Superintendent of the Massachusetts State Police made the announcement. The SufBLOOMING IN THE FALL: Rugosa rose (Rosa rugosa) near the Ballard Street trailhead at Rumney Marsh. (Courtesy photo to The Saugus Advocate by Laura Eisener) A HAPPY LANDING: A bright yellow Sulphur butterfly rests on New York asters (Symphiotrichum novibelgii). (Courtesy photo to The Saugus Advocate by Laura Eisener) come with a whiff of the scent of this rose. Flowering bulbs can conjure up an image of spring, but there are a few which bloom in the fall. Two different plants are often called autumn crocus, and this is an example of the trouble with common names. Both grow from bulbs and bloom in September, but they are from different plant families. The one most closely related to our spring crocus is Crocus speciosus, a member of the Iris family (Iridaceae). It has small, blue-purple flowers. The more popular garden plant of the two is not related to crocus. Its scientific name is Colchicum autumnale, a member of the Colchicaceae family. The flowers are larger, showier and pinkish purple rather than bluish. Both produce foliage in the spring – Colchicum’s leaves are wider and taller, while Crocus speciosus’ leaves are narrow and look just like spring crocus leaves. Both plants are mostly dormant in summer, and when they bloom in fall they are not acfolk County Sheriff’s Department and the Revere, Everett and Chelsea Police Departments provided assistance with the investigation. Assiscompanied by any foliage. The natural flavor and coloring saffron is the dried stamens of the saffron crocus (Crocus sativus), another fall bloomer not quite hardy here. Which would you plant? The Colchicum is likely to survive longer, since crocus flowers and leaves are often consumed by rabbits, and voles eat the bulbs, while the poisonous Colchicum is left alone. Margie Berkowitch has had these autumn bulbs (Colchicum) in her garden for about 30 years, and she says, “I’ve enjoyed them for a very long time.” 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 tant U.S. Attorneys Corey Steinberg and Kaitlin R. O’Donnell of Mendell’s Organized Crime and Gang Unit are prosecuting the case.

THE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 24, 2021 Page 13 Loss to Knights spoils opener at new stadium By Greg Phipps T he atmosphere was laced with anticipation and excitement prior to last Friday’s first-ever Saugus High School football game at the new Middle-High School athletic complex. The stands were packed, and a large congregation of people waited in line for tickets before the game. It was a festive environment, but the actual game did not turn out well for the home team. The tone was set right away when the visiting Northeast Metro Tech Knights ran back the opening kickoff for a touchdown. As a result, the host Sachems found themselves on the short end quickly, and they never recovered in an eventual 28-0 loss. It was the second straight 28-0 defeat for Saugus, which fell to 0-2 on the early season. The Sachems are still searching for their first points of 2021, and they will look to turn things around when they travel to face Watertown today (scheduled 7 p.m. kickoff). The 1-1 Red Raiders lost last week after winning their season opener. Against Northeast, the Sachems had a few nice gains on offense with quarterback Sean O’Rourke and running backs Mark MacEachern and Gael Garcia doing some damage. Solid defensive plays were also made by Mekhi Coburn, Drew Gardiner and Braden Faiella, among others. But, overall, the Knights controlled the game from the start. Northeast held a 20-0 lead after one quarter and never looked back. The Saugus defense managed to hold the visitors to just one score after the first period explosion, but the offense was unable to put up any points. Getting off to better starts early in games will no doubt be an important objective moving forward for the Sachems. The new stadium is an impressive facility, with concesSaugus captain Mekhi Coburn was the first to break through the banner before last Friday’s home opener at the new Christie Serino Jr. Athletic Sports Complex. (Photos by Greg Phipps) sion areas, an electronic scoreboard and screen, an artificial turf field and state-of-the-art track, lights, a press box and locker rooms. The venue, which has been named the Christie Serino Jr. Athletic Sports Complex and is located where the old high school once stood, can reportedly hold up to 1,250 spectators. “The kids are really amped and excited to use the field. I’m just glad everything came together; it’s been a long time coming,” Athletic Director Terri Pillsbury told the press before the season. Sachems quarterback Sean O’Rourke stood firm under major pressure on this pass play last Friday. Sachems running back Mark MacEachern looked to get around the corner on this rushing attempt against Northeast Metro Tech. Saugus defenders Braden Faiella and Drew Gardiner teamed up to stop a Northeast Metro Tech ball carrier in his tracks. THIS WEEK ON SAUGUS TV Sunday, Sept. 26 from 9 to 11 p.m. on Channel 8 – “Sunday Night Stooges” (The Three Stooges). Monday, Sept. 27 all day on Channel 8 – “Movie Monday” (classic movies). Tuesday, Sept. 28 at 8:30 p.m. on Channel 9 – Board of Selectmen Meeting from Sept. 22. Wednesday, Sept. 29 at 8:30 p.m. on Channel 9 – School Committee Meeting form Sept. 23. Thursday, Sept. 30 at 8:30 p.m. on Channel 8 – Founders’ Day Coverage from Sept. 11. Friday, Oct. 1 at 8:30 p.m. on Channel 9 – Board of Selectmen Meeting from Sept. 21. Saturday, Oct. 2 at 2:30 p.m. on Channel 8 – What’s Cookin’? with Amanda Barresi. Saugus TV can be seen on Comcast Channels 8, 9 & 22. For complete schedules, please visit www.saugustv.org. ***programming may be subject to change without notice*** Saugus running back Gael Garcia got free up the middle for a substantial gain in first-half action against Northeast Metro Tech.

Page 14 THE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 24, 2021 THE HOUSE AND SENATE: There were no roll calls in the House or Senate last week. This week Beacon Hill Roll Call reports on some of the bills that were approved by the Legislature and signed into law by Gov. Charlie Baker so far in the 2021 session. Of the more than 7,000 bills that have been filed for consideration, only 47 have been approved by the Legislature and signed into law by the governor. And only 20 of those were bills that affect the entire state while the other 27 were either sick leave banks or other local-related measures applying to just one city or town. Sick leave banks allow public employees to voluntarily donate sick, personal or vacation days to a sick leave bank for use by a fellow worker so he or she can get paid while on medical leave. Here are six of the 20 important statewide-related bills signed into law including comments from legislators at the time the bill was approved. CLIMATE CHANGE (S 9) House 145-14, Senate 39-1, approved and Gov. Charlie Baker signed into law a lengthy climate change bill. A key section makes the state’s greenhouse gas emissions reduction goal net zero by 2050. Other provisions in the measure codify environmental justice provisions into Massachusetts law by defining environmental justice populations and providing new tools and protections for affected neighborhoods; provide $12 million in annual funding for the Massachusetts Clean Energy Center to create a pathway to the clean energy industry for environmental justice populations and minority-owned and women-owned businesses; require an additional 2,400 megawatts of offshore wind and increase the state’s total authorization to 5,600 megawatts; set appliance energy efficiency standards for a variety of common appliances including plumbing, faucets, computers and commercial appliances and set benchmarks for the adoption of clean energy technologies including electric vehicles, charging stations, solar technology, energy storage and heat pumps. “History has been made … with the passage of the Next-Generation Roadmap bill,” said Rep. Tom Golden (D-Lowell). “The roadmap sets us on a strong course to net zero by 2050 and significantly advances offshore wind, truly representing the best ideas from both chambers. Hats off to the House and the Senate for holding firm on ambitious emissions targets.” “Massachusetts leads the nation in reducing carbon emissions, of which there are some measures that I have supported,” said Sen. Ryan Fattman who was the only senator who voted against the measure. “However, this legislation, often described as ‘far reaching’ by the media and economic experts, will ensure the costs of building homes and commercial economic development dramatically increase, making us the most expensive state in the nation to live and do business. In this time of economic recovery from COVID-19, this is not only inadvisable, it is detrimental to the long-term interests of keeping Massachusetts affordable and prosperous.” “Today, the Legislature will take an important step toward a cleaner, healthier future by putting the climate bill back on the governor’s desk,” said Ben Hellerstein, State Director for Environment Massachusetts. “I applaud House and Senate leaders for preserving the key elements of last session’s bill, including energy efficiency standards for appliances, expanded offshore wind procurements, and a requirement for at least 40 percent of Massachusetts’ electricity to come from renewable sources by 2030.” “There is little doubt the legislation … will cost taxpayers and businesses greatly in the future,” said Massachusetts Fiscal Alliance Executive Director Paul Craney. “The only questions that remain are just how much it will cost them and how ordinary, working-class families will be able to pay for it moving forward. Today’s legislation puts ideology ahead of common sense. It asks nearly every resident to make economic sacrifices in order to achieve unrealistic and ideologically driven climate goals.” (A “Yes” vote is for the bill. A “No” vote is against it.) Rep. Jessica Giannino Yes Rep. Donald Wong Yes Sen. Brendan Crighton Yes HELP BUSINESSES AND WORKERS (H 90) House 157-0, Senate 40-0, approved and Gov. Baker signed into law a bill that supporters said will stabilize the state’s unemployment system and provide targeted tax relief to employers and workers. Provisions exclude Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) loans from being taxed by the state in 2020; exclude $10,200 of unemployment compensation received by an individual with a household income of less than 200 percent of the federal poverty level from gross income for tax purposes; and create a mechanism ensuring all employees will be able to access 40 hours of paid sick time for any COVID-related issues, including testing positive, needing to quarantine or caring for a loved one. Other provisions waive penalties on unemployment insurance taxes; freeze unemployment insurance rates paid by employers and extend the state’s tax filing deadline from April 15, 2021 to May 17, 2021. Businesses would also face a new surcharge, in the form of an excise tax on employee wages, through December 2022 to help repay interest due in September on the federal loans. “The House and Senate enacted legislation to make important updates to our state’s Unemployment Insurance Trust Fund, which has provided an economic lifeline for so many families in need,” said Rep. Josh Cutler (D-Duxbury), House chair of the Committee on Labor and Workforce Development. “Our actions today will prevent a sharp increase in rates on our businesses, help stabilize the fund over the longer term, provide tax relief to lower income jobseekers and ensure that needed jobless benefits continue to flow.” “Massachusetts employers faced a significant increase in their unemployment insurance costs, with employers’ experience rates scheduled Beacon Hill Roll Call By Bob Katzen to jump from $539 to $858 per worker this year,” said Republican House Minority Leader Rep. Brad Jones (R-North Reading). “This legislation mitigates that increase by freezing the rate schedule. Restaurants and small businesses, already struggling financially during the COVID-19 pandemic, secured federal Paycheck Protection Program loans to keep their businesses afloat and save employees’ jobs during the pandemic faced a collective tax bill of $150 million. This legislation will make sure their forgiven loans will not be subject to state taxes.” “Over the past year, thousands of Massachusetts workers have lost pay, or even lost their jobs, because they needed to stay home from work due to COVID symptoms, or to recover after receiving a vaccine,” said Steve Tolman, President of the Massachusetts AFL-CIO. “Countless other workers have gone to work even when they might be sick because they can’t afford not to get paid. Workers need Emergency Paid Sick Time.” (A “Yes” vote is for the bill.) Rep. Jessica Giannino Yes Rep. Donald Wong Yes Sen. Brendan Crighton Yes $400 MILLION FOR NEW SOLDIERS’ HOME IN HOLYOKE (H 3770) House 160-0, Senate 40-0, approved and Gov. Baker signed into law a bill authorizing $400 million to fund the construction of a new Soldiers’ Home in Holyoke. The push to construct the new home follows the deaths of 77 veteran residents last year as a result of a COVID-19 outbreak at the current facility. The bill also provides $200 million to increase geographic equity and accessibility of long-term care services for Bay State veterans with a focus on areas that are not primarily served by the soldiers’ homes in Chelsea or Holyoke. “Rebuilding the soldiers’ home in Holyoke and increasing access to services for our veterans is necessary and long overdue, especially after tragically losing many residents of the soldiers’ home to a COVID-19 outbreak last year,” said Sen. Cindy Friedman (D-Arlington). “This funding will ensure that the commonwealth’s veterans are met with the services that they deserve and that address their unique and changing needs.” “As the senator for the city of Holyoke and the Soldiers’ Home, I know what this new home means to so many in our community,” said Sen. John Velis (D-Westfield), Senate chair of the Committee on Veterans and BHRC | SEE PAGE 15

THE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 24, 2021 Page 15 BHRC | FROM PAGE 14 Federal Aff airs. “This has truly been a long and emotional process that started well before this legislation was fi rst fi led. From the very start, families and veterans gave me a very clear message: ‘Get this done.’ We could not let them down and I am proud to say that we have not let them down … The funding authorized in this bill will ensure that the future residents of the Holyoke Soldiers’ Home and veterans across our commonwealth receive the care with honor and dignity that they have earned in service to our nation.” (A “Yes” vote is for the bill.) Rep. Jessica Giannino Yes Rep. Donald Wong Yes Sen. Brendan Crighton Yes $200 MILLION FOR LOCAL ROADS AND BRIDGES (H 3951) House 150-0, Senate 40-0, approved and Gov. Baker signed into law a bill that includes authorizing $200 million in one-time funding for the maintenance and repair of local roads and bridges in cities and towns across the state. The $350 million package, a bond bill under which the funding would be borrowed by the state through the sale of bonds, also includes $150 million to pay for bus lanes, improvement of public transit, electric vehicles and other state transportation projects. “When building a better normal post-pandemic, investment in transportation infrastructure is crucial,” said Sen. Pat Jehlen (D-Somerville). “Our communities should feel that their infrastructure is reliable and making it easier for them to go back to their normal activities.” “This legislation recognizes that in addition to the backlog of local roads in need of repair, there is an unmet need for local projects that benefi t all modes of transportation,” said Rep. Bill Straus (D-Mattapoisett), House chair of the Committee on Transportation. “And I am pleased that the Legislature was able to provide municipal assistance for road work and expanded funding for towns and cities to advance public transit and reduce congestion.” (A “Yes” vote is for the bill.) Rep. Jessica Giannino Yes Rep. Donald Wong Yes Sen. Brendan Crighton Yes $48.1 BILLION FISCAL 2022 BUDGET (H 4002) House 160-0, Senate 40-0, approved and Gov. Baker signed into law, after vetoing millions of dollars in spending, a compromise conference committee version of a $48.1 billion fi scal 2022 state budget for the fi scal year that began on July 1. The budget was based on new estimates that tax collections in fi scal year 2022 will increase by more than $4.2 billion above the amount originally predicted by the governor, the House and the Senate. In light of the pandemic, elected offi cials had for months braced themselves for a substantial decrease in tax revenues and a cut in some programs and/or even a tax increase. The new estimates also led to the conference committee’s cancellation of a planned withdrawal from the state’s Rainy Day Fund of at least $1.5 billion. Offi cials also project a $1.1 billion deposit into the fund which will drive its balance to $5.8 billion by the end of fi scal year 2022. It also cancels a plan to raise fees on Uber and Lyft rides in order to generate new money for cities and towns, the MBTA and other infrastructure projects. Other provisions include a $350 million fund that could be used in future years to help cover the cost of the $1.5 billion school funding reform law passed in 2019; permanently extending the state’s tax credit for fi lm production companies in Massachusetts; and a new law, based on a bill fi led by Sen. Mark Montigny (D-New Bedford) that will provide victims of violent crime and human traffi cking enhanced protections. “The conference report … upholds our Senate values, charts a hopeful path forward for our commonwealth and more importantly refl ects our priorities,” said Senate Ways and Means chair Mike Rodrigues (D-Westport). “We maintain fi scal responsibility and ensure our commonwealth maintains healthy reserves for years to come. It safeguards the health and wellness of our most vulnerable populations and new supports for children and families.” Although she ultimately voted for the budget, Sen. Diana DiZoglio (D-Methuen) said that she objected to the fact that legislators were given only a few hours to read the 434-page bill before voting on it. The budget was released late on a Thursday night and was voted on Friday afternoon. DiZoglio said that positioning members to take a vote on something they did not get adequate time to review is not acceptable. “If we keep doing this over and over again, it’s not going to magically become acceptable,” she said. “The fact that we didn’t get even a day to review this is very disappointing. But what’s more disappointing … is the fact that those in our communities who have a stake in what happens in the bill before us, those it will impact most—our schools, our elderly populations, those who are coming from positions of powerlessness, those folks, probably many of them, still don’t even know that we’re taking this bill up today. And yet we continue to call what happens in this chamber part of the democratic process.” (A “Yes” vote is for the budget.) Rep. Jessica Giannino Yes Rep. Donald Wong Yes COVID-19 POLICY EXTENSIONS (S 2475) House 150-10, Senate on a voice vote without a roll call, approved and Gov. Baker signed into law a conference committee version of legislation that would extend many of the measures instituted in Massachusetts during the COVID-19 state of emergency that expired when the emergency declaration ended at 12:01 a.m. on June 15. The House approved the extensions on June 15 at 8:52 p.m. and the Senate at 8:54 p.m. Gov. Baker signed the bill into law at 9:40 a.m. on June 16. That means that during the more than 33 hours from 12:01 a.m. on June 15 until 9:40 a.m. on June 16, the extensions had expired and were not in eff ect. Provisions include allowing public bodies subject to the open meeting law to continue to hold remote meetings until April 1, 2022; allowing cities and towns to approve and extend permits for outdoor dining through April 1, 2022; allowing restaurants to off er alcoholic beverages, including mixed drinks, for off -site consumption with the purchase of food until May 1, 2022; and extending several protections that have been granted to tenants who have diffi culty paying rent through April 1, 2022. Other provisions include reinstating until December 15, 2021, the remote option for representative town meetings and meetings of nonprofits and public corporations; notary services; reverse-mortgage loan counseling; and fl exibility for assisted living residences. Several other matters were not resolved and remain before the conference committee including a House-approved provision keeping the cap on delivery fees charged to restaurants by third parties like Grubhub, DoorDash and Uber Eats at 15 percent of the order price; a Senate-approved requirement that certain in-network telehealth services be reimbursed at the same rate as equivalent in-person services; and a Senate approved extension of mailin voting. “This partial report addresses issues common to both the Senate and House bills and is necessary to ensure that critical policies—including those relating to municipalities’ meetings, restaurants, tenants facing eviction, health care and childcare— are available as expeditiously as possible,” read a statement from Senate President Karen Spilka, House Speaker Ronald Mariano and Ways and Means chairs Sen. Michael Rodrigues and Rep. Aaron Michlewitz. “These temporary provisions have been helpful to businesses, municipalities, health care providers, residents and communities during this extraordinary time. We will continue working together to resolve items in the near-term that were not included in today’s conference report, which deserve further consideration.” “I couldn’t in good conscience vote to kick the can down the road as far as property rights,” said Rep. Shawn Dooley (R-Norfolk), one of only 10 representatives who voted against the bill. “By limiting homeowners rights to get rid of a nonpaying renter, [the bill] puts many in a terrible fi - nancial bind as they still have to pay BHRC | SEE PAGE 17 Sa Sen i r Sa a y Senior Senio BY JIM MILLER H t MHow to Manage an Inherited IRA from a Parent Dear Savvy Senior, What are the rules regarding inherited IRAs? When my mom died this year, I inherited her traditional IRA and would like to know what I need to do to execute it properly. Confused Daughter Dear Confused, I’m very sorry about the loss of you mother. Inheriting an IRA from a parent has a unique set of rules you need to know, which will help you make the most of the money you inherit and avoid a taxtime surprise. Here are some basics you should know. Set-Up Inherited Account Many people think they can roll an inherited IRA into their own IRA. But if you inherit an IRA from a parent, aunt, uncle, sibling or friend you cannot roll the account into your own IRA or treat the IRA as your own. Instead, you’ll have to transfer your portion of the assets into a new IRA set up and formally named as an inherited IRA – for example, (name of deceased owner) for the benefi t of (your name). If your mom’s IRA account has multiple benefi ciaries, it can be split into separate accounts for each beneficiary. Splitting an account allows each benefi ciary to treat their own inherited portion as if they were the sole benefi ciary. You can set up an inherited IRA with most any bank or brokerage fi rm. However, the easiest option may be to open your inherited IRA with the fi rm that held your mom’s account. 10-Year Withdrawal Rule Due to the Secure Act, which was signed into law in December 2019, most (but not all) IRA benefi ciaries must deplete an inherited IRA within 10 years of the account owner’s death. This applies to inherited IRAs if the owner died after Dec. 31, 2019. There’s no limit on when or how often you withdraw money from the account, as long as the account is empty by the end of the 10 years. That is, you can choose to withdraw all of the money at once, you can leave it sitting there for a decade and then take it all out, or you can withdraw distributions over time. But be aware that with a traditional IRA, each withdrawal will be counted as income and subject to taxes in the year you make the withdrawal. Exceptions to the Rule There are several exceptions to the IRA 10-year rule, including for a surviving spouse, minor child, disabled or chronically ill benefi - ciary, or a benefi ciary who is within 10 years of age of the original IRA owner. These benefi ciaries may be able to receive more time to draw down the account and pay the resulting tax bill. For example, when you inherit an IRA from a spouse, you can transfer the IRA balance into your own account and delay distributions until after you turn age 72. Minor children must start required minimum distributions from an inherited IRA but don’t become subject to the 10-year rule until they reach the “age of majority,” which is 18 in most states. Disabled and chronically ill beneficiaries and those within 10 years of age of the original account owner have the option to stretch required withdrawals over their lifetime. Minimize Your Taxes As tempting as it might be to cash out an inherited IRA in a lump-sum withdrawal, tread carefully. This option could leave you owing a hefty sum when it’s time to fi le your taxes. Withdrawals from a traditional IRA generally are taxable as income, at your income tax rate. For some people, it can be a smart tax move to gradually draw down the account over the 10-year period to avoid a large tax bill in a single year and potentially being bumped into a high tax bracket. Or, if you’re approaching retirement, say in fi ve years, you may want to wait to start withdrawing from the account until you are retired, and your income drops potentially putting you into a lower tax bracket. Send your senior questions to: Savvy Senior, P.O. Box 5443, Norman, OK 73070, or visit SavvySenior.org. Jim Miller is a contributor to the NBC Today show and author of “The Savvy Senior” book. nior ior

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THE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 24, 2021 Page 17 REAL ESTATE TRANSAC TIONS newspaper. It is reprinted with permission from the publisher, The Warren Group. For a searchable database of real estate transactions and property information visit: www.thewarrengroup.com. Copyrighted material previously published in Banker & Tradesman/The Commercial Record, a weekly trade BUYER1 Donahue, William BUYER2 SELLER1 Casella, Gary A SELLER2 ADDRESS 17 Warren Rd CITY BHRC | FROM PAGE 15 taxes, insurance, mortgage and upkeep of the building. I do not believe it is fair or constitutional that the government has the ability to seize private property—which is basically what is happening. While I know there are legitimate issues—I would have rather given the judges the ability to use their discretion on a caseby-case basis as opposed to a oneDATE PRICE Saugus 31.08.2021 $405 000,00 size-fi ts-all approach that solely favors one class over another.” (A “Yes” vote is for the bill. A “No” vote is against it.) Rep. Jessica Giannino Yes Rep. Donald Wong Yes Sen. Brendan Crighton Yes HOW LONG WAS LAST WEEK’S SESSION? Beacon Hill Roll Call tracks the length of time that the House and Senate were in session 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 fi led. They note that the infrequency and brief length of sessions are misguided and lead to irresponsible late-night 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 September 1317, the House met for a total of 44 minutes while the Senate met for a total of 40 minutes. Mon. Sept. 13 House 11:02 a.m. to 11:13 a.m. Senate 11:08 a.m. to 11:41 a.m. Tues. Sept. 14 No House session No Senate session Wed. Sept. 15 No House session No Senate session Thurs. Sept. 16 House 11:01 a.m. to 11:34 a.m. Senate 11:20 a.m. to 11:27 a.m. Fri. Sept. 17 No House session No Senate session Bob Katzen welcomes feedback at bob@beaconhillrollcall.com

Page 18 THE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 24, 2021 1. On Sept. 24, 1975, members of the Southwest Face expedition became the first to reach what summit by a face instead of a ridge route? 2. How are Herbie, The Betsy and Shell Raiser similar? 3. What crop had the largest production quantity in the world? 4. September 25 is Nationbook police detective Dick Tracy wore what crime-fighting technology? 5. In “Tales of a Wayside Inn,” who authored the wellknown phrase “ships that pass in the night”? 6. What Canadian/Québécois dish has French fries as a main ingredient? 7. On Sept. 26, 1902, Levi al Comic Book Day; comic Strauss died, an immigrant who planned to make tents and wagon covers for California’s “49ers” but used the fabric to make clothing and invented what? 8. What was the first vaccine against a contagious disease? 9. What tunnel is the deepest in North America? 10. On Sept. 27, 1908, the first Model T Ford left the factory; what price did it start at: $150, $450 or $850? 11. What now commonly used symbol is called an octothorpe? 12. On Sept. 28, 1856, Kate Douglas Wiggin was born, the author of what novel about a Rebecca in Maine, from which three films were made? 13. In what country was the first recorded recipe for apple pie? 14. Chrysanthemums were first cultivated in what country? 15. On Sept. 29, 1992, Earvin Johnson Jr. came out of retirement to play basketball for the Los Angeles Lakers; what is his nickname? 16. Squash, gourds and pumpkins belong to what plant family? 17. How are William McGuffey, Anne Sullivan and Maria Montessori similar? 18. What is Massachusetts’s state bird? 19. What NFL team has a fleur-de-lis for a logo? 20. On Sept. 30, 1935, what dam across the Colorado River was dedicated? ANSWERS 1. Mount Everest 2. They are names of fictional cars (from “The Love Bug” and “The Betsy” films and Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, respectively); Oct. 2 is Name Your Car Day. 3. Sugarcane 4. A two-way wrist radio (in 1964 it was upgraded to a two-way wrist TV) 5. Henry Wadsworth Longfellow 6. Poutine 7. Jeans 8. Smallpox 9. The Ted Williams Tunnel 10. $850 11. # 12. “Rebecca of Sunnybrook Farm” 13. England (in 1381) 14. China 15. Magic Johnson 16. Gourd (Curcurbita) 17. They were teachers (an author of readers, teacher of Helen Keller, and founder of the Montessori Method, respectively); October 5 is World Teachers’ Day. 18. Chickadee 19. The New Orleans Saints 20. The Hoover Dam

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