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
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