SAUGUS Your Local News, Sports & More! Scan & Subscribe to Advocate News Online! Vol. 28, No. 38 -FREE- www.advocatenews.net Published Every Friday 781-233-4446 Friday, October 2, 2026 IT’S PUMPKIN PATCH TIME AGAIN Eager to help Saugus Veterans After four weeks on the job, the town’s new Veterans Service Offi cer, Joseph Connell, said he’s exploring ways to make life easier for the veterans and families he represents By Mark E. Vogler V eterans who are looking for work now have access to more job openFEELING THE “ORANGE GLOW”: Mango Realty owner Sue Palomba and her threeyear-old granddaughter Liliana Tam enjoyed a special family moment on a rainy day at Saugus Center as “The Pumpkin Patch” came to life for the 24th consecutive year. Please see inside for more photos and a story about the truck that traveled 2,400 miles from the Navajo Reservation in Farmington, New Mexico, to deliver 4,600 pumpkins to the lawn of First Congregational Church. (Saugus Advocate Photo by Tara Vocino) Home of the Week Welcome Home to Pleasant Hills Offered at $535,000 Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Commonwealth Real Estate Formerly Carpenito Real Estate SAUGUS – 1st AD - Wonderful Complex and Corner Unit! 5 Bright and sunny rooms, 2 bedrooms, 2 full baths, galley kitchen with granite counter tops open to dining area with slider to private balcony, living room with gas fireplace, wood flooring and crown molding, primary bedroom with private bath with walk-in shower, convenient laundry in unit, gas heat, central air, elevator in building from 1 car garage parking #18 with storage area and 1 exterior parking space #14. Very desirable complex located just outside of Saugus Center. Great opportunity - Great investment! Enjoy carefree living at its best! (781) 233-7300 335 Central St. Saugus commonmoves.com ©2024 BHH Affiliates, LLC, An independently owned and operated franchisee of BHH Affiliates, LLC, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices and the Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices symbol are registered service marks of Columbia Insurance Company, a Berkshire Hathaway affiliate. Equal Housing Opportunity. ings by going to the Veterans’ Services Office page on the Town of Saugus website. Saugus’ new full-time Veterans Service Officer (VSO), Joseph R. Connell, said he recently included a new link that will put applicants in contact with Veterans-friendly companies all over the North Shore that had posted 122 job openings this week, including several GE Aerospace positions in Lynn. That’s one of several new initiatives that the retired U.S. Army Colonel has done so far since fi lling the VSO position at Saugus Town Hall about a month ago. “I’m glad to be here,” the 65-year-old Lynnfi eld resident said as he sat at his desk in the small, fi rst fl oor offi ce at Saugus Town Hall. “I’ve been wanting to do this job [VSO] for a long time. And the opportunity opened for me in Saugus. And I don’t have to go far to work because it’s so close to home,” he said. Connell spent much of his fi rst month getting oriented to the Saugus veterans community, getting to meet the leaders of the various veterans organizations in town and to learn about the buildings and programs that serve veterans. He said one of his top priorities in the early months of his job is to reach out to the Saugus veterans and their families to see what the offi ce he’s in charge of can do to enhance local veterans’ lives. “I would like to start a once-amonth ‘Veterans Welcome Meeting’ so I can get to know everyone in town better,” Connell said. He envisages setting up an informal meeting over coff ee where local veterans and their families can come and ask questions about local services and also off er feedback on how to improve local veterans services. In addition to that meeting, he said, he would like to off er a monthly message from the VSO to keep local veterans and EAGER TO HELP | SEE PAGE 2 Established 1978 Mid-grade Regular 4.09 4.60 5.99 $4.91 Full Service ULS $5.359 Order online at angelosoil.com Kerosene Now Available! FLEET CARD Check Out Our LOW PRICES!
EAGER TO HELP | FROM PAGE 1 Page 2 their families informed of services the town provides. Town officials, including Town Manager Scott C. Crabtree and members of the Board of Selectmen, have praised Connell’s credentials and the background he brings to Saugus. Connell achieved the rank of Colonel during a 30-year active-duty Army career that included senior command and leadership assignments in the United States, Iraq and Afghanistan. He commanded approximately 500 soldiers with the 2nd Battalion, 11th Field Artillery Regiment during a 15-month deployment to northern Iraq in THE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FriDAy, OCTObEr 2, 2026 support of Operation Iraqi Freedom, where his battalion conducted combat and stability operations. Connell later served with the 101st Airborne Division in Afghanistan and subsequently became Chief of Staff for the Commander of United States Forces– Afghanistan, helping lead and coordinate a complex multinational and interagency headquarters during a significant period of U.S. operations in Afghanistan. From 2010 until his retirement in 2014, Connell served as Senior Army Advisor to the Adjutant General of the Massachusetts National Guard, advising senior leadership on organization, personnel, training, operations, logistics, mo“WE’RE STILL HERE!” Since 1947 MALDEN AUTO BODY Book online: Maldenauto.com 49 Robin St., Everett, MA 617-389-3030 * Maldenab@yahoo.com Over 79 years of exceptional service! Massone Family Owned & Operated bilization planning and military readiness. His military decorations include the Legion of Merit, Bronze Star, Defense Meritorious Service Medal, Meritorious Service Medal, Iraq Combat Service Medal and Afghanistan Combat Service Medal, among numerous other awards and honors. Connell also served as a senior trainer at the Army’s Joint Readiness Training Center, where he trained, coached and mentored battalion commanders and units preparing for deployment to Iraq and Afghanistan. Connell also brings extensive municipal and community service experience. He is a former Chairman of the Lynnfield Select Board and has served on numerous municipal boards and committees. He serves as Chairman of the Lynnfield Veterans Memorial Committee and served as Project Manager for Lynnfield’s new Veterans Memorial, overseeing implementation of a major community project honoring those who served. The new VSO said he and his wife are both ardent volunteers and he plans to continue the Saugus’ new Veterans Service Officer Joseph Connell said he hopes to put in “between 10 and 15 years” at the job he began about a month ago. (Saugus Advocate photo by Mark E. Vogler) same along with his job. “I feel very appreciative of all of the support I received when I was in Iraq and Afghanistan,” Connell said. “Now, it’s important for me to give back to the people who supported me,” he said. There has been great turnover in the VSO position, which only about a year ago became fulltime. Previously, the town shared a VSO who worked part-time for the towns of Saugus, Wakefield and Melrose. Connell said he hopes to be the full-time VSO in Saugus for at least a decade. “During my job interview, I told them [the town manager and the human resources officer] I’m hoping to work between 10 and 15 years,” he said. Veterans, active-duty military service members and family members seeking assistance with benefits, programs or available resources are encouraged to contact the Saugus Veterans’ Services Office at 781-231-4010 at Town Hall. Two decomposed bodies discovered in a tent in wooded area off Route 1 are the subject of police probe T he Essex County District Attorney’s Office along with Saugus Police and several other law enforcement agencies are investigating the deaths of two people whose decomposed bodies were found in a tent on Route 1 (Broadway) last month. Police were initially alerted on Sept. 20 by a caller who reported seeing a body inside a tent in a wooded area along Route 1 North, behind the Walmart Supercenter. Responding police later discovered two bodies, according to a statement released this week by Michael Keefe-Feldman, a spokesperson for Essex County District Attorney Paul F. Tucker. “At this time, it remains active and under investigation by the Saugus Police Department, Massachusetts State Police (MSP) detectives assigned to DA Tucker’s office, MSP Crime Scene Services Section, and the Massachusetts Office of the Chief Medical Examiner (OCME),” the statement said. “No preliminary determination as to cause and manner of death was made given the significant decomposition. Findings from OCME are pending.” Authorities did not release the identities of the two people. No further information was available at press time.
THE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FriDAy, OCTObEr 2, 2026 Page 3 A new date for Saugus Olympics Day: Oct. 10 O rganizers of this year’s Saugus Olympics Day cancelled last Saturday’s (Sept. 26) event at World Series Park in advance of the nor’easter that hit Massachusetts with heavy rain and strong winds. Initially, the makeup date was set for Oct. 17. But this week, World Series Park Superintendent Bob Davis announced a new date – Saturday, Oct. 10 – from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. “Because of various commitments, our event date has to again be moved,” Davis said in a recent press release. “This type of event has great meaning and satisfaction. We wanted to bring it back this year to honor special needs athletes involved in non-profi t organizations. Challenger Baseball and Boys & Girls Club are those organizations that will take part.” A baseball tournament involving Challenger Baseball teams from the area will start at 9 a.m. At 11 a.m. the opening ceremony and parade of athletes will take place. Several dignitaries will take part. Former Olympics athletes have been invited to participate. Wally, the Red Sox mascot, and Blades, the Bruins mascot, will make appearances as will other costumed characters. Gerry Agganis will throw out the fi rst pitch. Entertainment will start on the stage noon and will be provided by Beat ConnXtionz dancers, Uncle Steve Furbish, Patty Vellucci and Alvis FortucA reminder to residents: Property tax exemptions are available for qualifying individuals (Editor’s Note: The town recently issued this press release on behalf of the Board of Assessors.) T he Town of Saugus Board of Assessors wishes to inform residents that a variety of statutory exemptions are available to reduce the property tax burden for qualifying taxpayers. Property tax relief exemptions are available for qualifying residents in the following categories: • Disabled veterans with a disability rating of 10 percent or higher • Blind persons • Seniors ages 70 and older (income and asset limitations apply) • Surviving spouses and surviving minors (asset limitations apply) Qualifi ed applicants must fi le for property tax exemptions every year, as past exemptions aren’t automatically carried over to the next year. The Assessors Department will mail out applications at the end of September to all existing applicants. If you are new to the program, do not receive an application in the mail, or have questions about eligibility for the property tax exemptions, please contact the Assessors Department at 781-231-4130 or 781-231-4133, or visit the Assessors Department offi ce at Saugus Town Hall for more information. All completed property tax exemption applications and required supporting documentation must be received and stamped in by the Assessors Department no later than 5 p.m. on April 1, 2027. Please note that this deadline cannot be extended or waived by the assessor for any reason. Incomplete applications or submissions received after the deadline will result in a loss of exemption rights for the tax year, as the assessor, by law, cannot grant an exemption. ci. “We are looking for other entertainers to volunteer their talent. Anyone interested please contact me Bob Davis at 781307-6239.” The whole day will take on a festival atmosphere that will include raffles, a moon bounce, classic cars, booths, carnival games, a hayride and a large variety of food and drink. Admission to the event is free and the public is invited and encouraged to attend. The rain date will be the next Lawrence A. Simeone Jr. Attorney-at-Law ~ Since 1989 ~ * Corporate Litigation * Criminal/Civil * MCAD * Zoning/Land Court * Wetlands Litigation * Workmen’s Compensation * Landlord/Tenant Litigation * Real Estate Law * Construction Litigation * Tax Lien * Personal Injury * Bankruptcy * Wrongful Death * Zoning/Permitting Litigation 300 Broadway, Suite 1, Revere * 781-286-1560 lsimeonejr@simeonelaw.net For Advertising with Results, call The Advocate Newspapers at 617-387-2200 or Info@advocatenews.net MORE SUPP MORE SOLUTIONS. LESS WORR PP OLUTIONS. RR. Clear answers, faster decisions, and a t to get things done. We make it easy for Because here, easy means more. r o ge t. EverettBank.com day, Sunday, Oct. 11. World Series Park is proud to again sponsor this type of event with all proceeds going to Challenger Baseball and Boys & Girls Club. Donations from businesses and individuals can be made prior to that day and will be acknowledged at the event. A fi sh bowl will be available for donations at the event. All checks should be made payable to World Series Park, 8 Holden Ave., Saugus, MA 01906.
Page 4 THE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FriDAy, OCTObEr 2, 2026 Saugus Gardens in the Fall Here’s what’s blooming in town this week to make your walks more enjoyable By Laura Eisener S ome leaves have begun to show color, and the stormy weather of late September brought down some of the colorful leaves onto the front walk, along with others that are still green. The red maple (Acer rubrum) near the street corner has some leaves that are turning fire engine red, while a few from the same tree are yellow — not unusual among wild, seed-propagated red maples. Red maples are some of the most popular native trees at nurseries and are often used as street trees. All of the red maples you are likely to find in a nursery can be expected to turn red or red-orange in the fall, while in the wild you may find trees with both red and yellow in the same leaf once the chlorophyll has faded. The leaves of the silver maple (Acer saccharinum) next to this tree are still bright green, but in a few weeks, they will turn a pale yellow. We still have not had a frost, and many annuals are still thriving along with a lot of perennial plants. One of my garden phlox varieties has been going strong since late June, the small-flowered variety originally discovered in Tennessee and named ‘Jeana’ (Phlox paniculata ‘Jeana’). While its individual pinkish blossoms are small, the panicles are Windblown leaves on the steps include two of red maple (red leaf and smaller yellow leaf on left) and silver maple. (Photo courtesy of Laura Eisener) large, and it has bloomed longer than any of the other phlox varieties in my garden. While a bit bowed by the storm, the stems have bounced back up and it is still blooming. Quite a few branches and some trees came down in the stormy late September interlude last weekend. There is a new stump at Montgomery Street near Westland Avenue where a falling tree took out the street sign itself but not the post that held it. That area also had some lengthy power outages last weekend. Route 1 has had quite a bit of intentional tree removal at the Walnut Street cloverleaf, which changes the views quite a bit, and some significant pruning at the Main Street cloverleaf. Aluminum Aluminum Everett Supplies 10 Everett Ave., Everett 617-389-3839 Celebrating 66 Years in Business! •Vinyl Siding Decks • • •Carpentry Work •Decks • Replacement Windows Carpentry Work • • • Fully Insured Fully Insured • Replacement Windows www.everettaluminum.com Free Estimates Fully Licensed • Roong •Free Estimates •Fully Licensed •Roong Now’s the time to schedule those home improvement projects you’ve been dreaming about all winter! On Tuesday morning many people were outside raking up leaves and surveying the storm damage. While some plants were the worse for wear, there were others that look rejuvenated from the ground soaking rains. Saturday’s delivery of pumpkins to the Congregational Church were unloaded very fast by the volunteers, inspired to get the job done before the rain and wind gusts picked up. I had a busier day than expected at work Saturday, with a steady line of homeowners seeking landscape guidance protected from the storm at Northeast Nursery’s tree and shrub shed. I left one birdfeeder out in the storm, and between wind gusts it was crowded with birds, mostly sparrows and mournPhlox ‘Jeana’ blooming now with goldenrod, perennial sunflower, and daisy fleabane. (Photo courtesy of Laura Eisener) ing doves, but I saw the male cardinal (Cardinalis cardinalis) a couple of times. One time a mourning dove (Zenaida macroura) and a house sparrow (Passer domesticus) were walking around the tray at the base of the cylinder feeder and startled each other when they came face to face, both abruptly flying off. I only heard the Carolina wren (Thryothorus ludovicianus) once this weekend, but heard its melodious song several times from deep in the branches of a tree, sheltering from the wind and rain. By Tuesday morning, several of the other regular visitors, such as the female downy woodpecker (Dryobates pubescens) and a black-capped chickadee (Poecile atricapillus), had come out from wherever they had been hiding to feast. I am gradually getting the pumpkins rearranged on the porch, and more fall decor is coming. Summer is Here!
THE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FriDAy, OCTObEr 2, 2026 Page 5 ~ Letters to the Editor ~ Pete Meaney, Democratic Candidate for 9th Essex District House seat, says state Rep. Donald Wong refused invitation to debate him To the Editor: Voters in Saugus, Lynn, and Wakefield deserve to see their candidates answer hard questions in public. When I personally asked Representative Donald Wong to a debate, he said no. Refusing to debate isn’t just turning down an invitation. It’s dodging accountability to the people who elect you. If Representative Wong is confident in his record, he should be willing to defend it on stage. His refusal highlights a pattern I hear about constantly across the district: Representative Wong is out of reach. Two years ago, as a city councilor, I repeatedly reached out to him to resolve a local highway repaving issue and never received a response. If a sitting councilor can’t get a callback, how can everyday residents expect to be heard? Our district needs a representative who is accessible, responsive, and willing to do the work. After earning the Democratic nomination with 70 percent of the vote, I’ve seen firsthand that voters are ready for new, accountable leadership. I am ready to debate Representative Wong anytime, anywhere in the district, before a A Heartfelt Thank You for Golden Hills Park Dear Editor: I am writing to express my sincere appreciation for the wonderful work that was done at Golden Hills Park. As a resident of Golden Hills for 69 years, this park has always held a very special place in my heart. I spent many years there as a child, then watched my own children grow up enjoying the park, and now I am blessed to be able to bring my grandchildren there. Seeing this beautiful park renewed and brought back to life is truly a blessing for our neighborhood. The new park is absolutely beautiful and is a perfect addition to our community. It is wonderful to see so many children enjoying it, and it is refreshing to see their smiling faces outside, playing and LETTERS | SEE PAGE 6 fair moderator. I will show up, answer questions, and make my case. Representative Wong owes it to the voters to do the same. 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 SABATINO/MASTROCOLA INSURANCE AGENCY 519 BROADWAY EVERETT, MA 02149 Auto * Home * Boat * Renter * Condo * Life * Multi-Policy Discounts * Commercial 10% Discounts * Registry Service Also Available Dr. Pete Meaney Democratic Candidate for State Representative, 9th Essex District Ward 1 Lynn City Councilor PHONE: (617) 387-7466 FAX: (617) 381-9186 Visit us online at: WWW.SABATINO-INS.COM
Page 6 THE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FriDAy, OCTObEr 2, 2026 SHS Sachems Sports Roundup: Sachems work through adversity as fall season hits Homecoming Week By Dom Nicastro S augus High’s fall teams have been forced to do some adjusting lately, but there have been plenty of encouraging signs along the way. The football team battled through a difficult home opener and the loss of its starting quarterback, while girls soccer has continued to produce despite a depleted lineup. Field hockey responded to its own personnel challenges with a shutout victory, and the golf team has received contributions throughout its lineup while battling through a busy stretch of matches. Football loses Fialho, falls to Lynn Tech Saugus suffered a 35-8 loss to Lynn Tech in its home opener, but the bigger concern for the Sachems was the loss of quarterback Eli Fialho for the remainder of the season. Coach Greg Bluestein said Fialho endured a difficult night Friday and weekend afterward but is recovering. “He’s tough as nails and is on the mend,” Bluestein said. “Very proud of him and the leader he’s continuing to be so looking forward to having him back on the sideline this year when he’s ready.” Fialho had been leading the Saugus offense early this season, including throwing for 106 yards in the season opener. saugus-football-roster-2026 Lynn Tech established control early, but Bluestein was encouraged by the way his players reacted when the game began getting away from them. “I loved how our team reLETTERS | FROM PAGE 5 spending time together. I would like to extend my heartfelt thanks to our Town Manager, Scott Crabtree; Jeansponded,” Bluestein said. “No one panicked and we continued to work hard when things got tough.” At halftime, Bluestein challenged his players to become “a problem solver as opposed to a problem finder,” a message that became particularly relevant as Saugus adjusted offensively without Fialho. The Sachems eventually broke through late when Pablo Dejesus scored while Saugus was operating an offense it had not spent much time practicing. “I was happy for the kids to see some success as they continued to work through adversity,” Bluestein said. “We will continue to problem-solve and work to put these kids in a good position to compete. Love the opportunity to help teach these kids how to battle through adversity.” Saugus hosts Medford Thursday, Oct. 1, at 6 p.m. as part of Homecoming Week. Senior Night ceremonies for football and cheer are scheduled for 5 p.m. Golf gets contributions throughout lineup Saugus golf sits at 6-7 after a busy stretch in which the Sachems picked up three victories and continued developing some depth behind the top of their rotation. Coach Dan Bertrand pointed to Trey Riley, John Morello, Jennifer Li and Nick Rinaldi as the consistent group setting the tone at the top. “The consistency the top of our rotation has had has started to rub off onto the bottom half of the rotation,” Bertrand said. nie Meredith; our Board of Selectmen; the Finance Committee; Town Meeting; and our State Representative, Donald Wong, for their efforts and support in making this project That showed in a 67-5 victory over Everett on Sept. 17. Li, Morello, Riley, Artie O’Leary, Rinaldi, Jason Cuddy, Zack Modini and Gio Natalucci all recorded individual victories. Saugus followed with a 41.530.5 win over Lynn English on Sept. 21. Morello, Rinaldi, O’Leary, Modini and Natalucci earned wins, while Cuddy halved his match. After a 62-10 loss to Masconomet, the Sachems bounced back with another convincing performance against Everett, winning 62.59.5. Morello, Li, Riley, O’Leary, Grant Leonard, John Benoit and Billy Lauziere all won their matches. For Leonard, Benoit and Lauziere, those were their first individual victories. Natalucci had picked up his first against Everett earlier in the stretch and followed it with another strong performance against Lynn English. Bertrand also credited O’Leary with helping energize some of the younger players and singled out Riley for competing well against difficult opponents at the top of opposing lineups. Saugus most recently fell to Gloucester, 42-30, on Sept. 29, with Li and Rinaldi earning individual victories. Girls soccer battles through injuries The injury theme has extended to girls soccer, but coach April Martinez has watched younger players and reserves respond. Saugus earned a dramatic 2-1 nonleague victory over Boston Latin Academy despite playing without three starters. possible. I also want to thank all of our neighbors and everyone else who played a part in bringing this project to our community. We are truly grateful. GoldSydney Deleidi scored both goals. Freshman Hannah Rogers assisted on the first, and after Boston Latin tied the game in the second half, Deleidi struck again with only about a minute remaining. Senior captain Maria Garcia assisted on the winner after Martinez moved her from defense to attacking midfield in search of more offense. Martinez also praised Ava Chaisson on defense and senior goalkeeper Lauren Mudafort in net. The Sachems then battled Gloucester to a 2-2 draw despite again missing several starters. This time it was eighth-grader Alannah Sullivan delivering the offense. Sullivan, Martinez’s player of the game, scored both goals. She knocked home a rebound for an unassisted goal and later converted off an assist from Garcia. Martinez said the Sachems controlled much of the match, moved the ball effectively and remained committed to their possession-oriented style despite the lineup changes. “What this team has accomplished under these challenging circumstances has been remarkable,” Martinez said. “They continue to grow, learn, and improve with every game.” Saugus hosts Tyngsboro Saturday, Oct. 3 at 6 p.m. as part of the Homecoming festivities. Field hockey blanks Everett Saugus field hockey bounced back from a 2-0 loss to Marblehead with an emphatic 6-0 victory over Everett. Goalkeeper Jordyn Ripley Deminski made 17 saves en Hills Park is more than just a beautiful new playground, it is a place where memories are being made, generations are coming together, and our children can simply enjoy being kids. against Marblehead before earning the shutout against Everett without having to face a shot. Julia Strout powered the offense with a hat trick against Everett, while Bella Colucciello, Sydney Ferreira and Teaghan Arsenault added goals. Andrea Montenegro, Arsenault, Strout and Sofia McCarrier contributed assists. Coach Julie Champigny was especially pleased with the performance because Saugus was missing two starters and had only one substitute available. “I was missing two starters and am very proud of my team for staying composed in a new lineup and with only one sub,” Champigny said. “Every one of my girls that came into new positions did an awesome job.” Champigny credited Arsenault with helping drive the offense before Strout repeatedly found the net, and she was particularly happy to see senior Ferreira score. “She works so hard and deserves it,” Champigny said. Freshman Addie Picardi has also begun making an impact on the right wing. Champigny said the newcomer is “coming to her own” and doing good things for the Sachems. The Everett victory also came during Saugus’ teacher appreciation festivities and helped kick off a busy Homecoming Week. Field hockey and volleyball held their teacher appreciation events Sept. 28, followed by boys soccer Sept. 30. Football and cheer take center stage Thursday against Medford, with girls soccer rounding out the week Saturday night against Tyngsboro. Thank you to everyone who helped make this happen. Our entire neighborhood is so appreciative! Debbie Kelly, Saugus
THE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FriDAy, OCTObEr 2, 2026 Page 7 The Saugus Youth Soccer family remembers two of its departed members benches dedicated at Anna Parker Field in memory of Amy Meuse and Duke McLaughlin REMEMBERING AMY: Left to right: Saugus Middle High School Varsity Girls Soccer Coach April Martinez, Jeanne Muese (mother of the late Amy Muese), Jill Moriello and Liz Venezia, the Saugus Youth Soccer Association Intown Soccer Director. (Courtesy photo of Wendy Magliozzi to The Saugus Advocate) O n Saturday, September 19, Saugus Youth Soccer friends and families gathered for a dedication ceremony honoring Amy Meuse and Duke McLaughlin at Anna Parker Field. Both Amy and Duke, as well as their families, were dedicated to Saugus Youth Soccer and left a lasting impact on our soccer community. Amy Meuse was a 2005 Saugus High School graduate who grew up in the Saugus Youth Soccer program. Amy was an outstanding goalie who went on to play at the collegiate level at Endicott College. Her entire family was involved in Saugus Youth Soccer, including her two younger brothers who played, and her mother who was actively involved with the board. After Amy’s heartbreaking passing in May of 2025, her family chose to honor her legacy by having donations in her name be designated to Saugus Youth Soccer. A generous donation was collected and is being used for scholarships to allow all youth players the opportunity to play regardless of financial status. Marc Magliozzi, SYSA president, spoke a few words about the meaning behind the benches at our field and why we chose to honor these two legends in this way. Liz Venezia, a current SYSA coach and board member, was given the honor to say a few words at the dedication. “I was fortunate enough to grow up playing soccer with Amy, from youth soccer through high school soccer and even in an adult women’s league. I lived with her freshman year at Endicott while she played collegiate soccer. It didn’t surprise me when I heard that Amy’s family wanted donations in her memory to go to Saugus Youth Soccer; a place her entire family was involved with for many years. I am now at this field five days a week between coaching, directing and watching my own kids play, and I love looking over and seeing the bench in Amy’s honor. With their generosity many athletes will be able to play soccer and, hopefully, enjoy the sport even just a fraction of the amount she did. I am lucky to have called Amy a friend and teammate.” REMEMBERING DUKE: The late Duke McLaughlin’s wife Carol sits on a bench dedicated to her husband, joined by her sister Sheila. At far left is Mike Bluette, the Saugus Youth Soccer Association (SYSA) travel director. To the far right is SYSA President Marc Magliozzi. (Courtesy photo of Wendy Magliozzi to The Saugus Advocate) A second bench was dedicated in memory of Duke McLaughlin, a familiar and beloved presence at the soccer fields. Prior to his passing, Duke could often be found on the sidelines cheering on not only his own family members, but all of the SYSA athletes. Mike Bluette, current SYSA travel director and coach, spoke a few words about Duke and his presence at the field. “I’ll always fondly remember Duke sitting under the trees at Anna Parker, cheering on not only his grandchildren, Kyle and Hailey, but all their teammates as if they were his own. I believe he saw every child as part of his extended family. He also shared wonderful stories about the people he met, the places he visited and the restaurants he enjoyed with his wife. He was a generally great guy who was always fun and interesting to talk to.” These two benches will serve as a lasting reminder of Amy and Duke and the special place they will always hold in the SYSA family. Law Offices of JOSEPH D. CATALDO, P.C. “ATTORNEYS AND COUNSELORS AT LAW” • ESTATE/MEDICAID PLANNING • WILLS/TRUSTS/ESTATES • INCOME TAX PREPARATION • WEALTH MANAGEMENT • RETIREMENT PLANNING • ELDER LAW 369 Broadway Everett, MA 02149 (617)381-9600 JOSEPH D. CATALDO, CPA, CFP, MST, ESQUIRE. AICPA Personal Financial Specialist Designee
Page 8 THE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FriDAy, OCTObEr 2, 2026 The Sounds of Saugus By Mark E. Vogler Good morning, Saugus Hope you weathered last weekend’s storm without much trouble. I didn’t have to go far to experience the wrath of the nor’easter. The high winds toppled a large tree in my backyard which shook the house early Sunday morning. The falling tree actually bent part of my gutter. But the house didn’t seem to receive much damage, fortunately. Having to clean up a massive wood debris field is a major inconvenience, though a welcomed option that I would prefer to the tree landing on top of my house. Hats off to all of the volunteers who showed up at Saugus Center last Saturday morning to unload the truck that hauled 4,600 pumpkins from the Navajo Reservation in Farmington, New Mexico, to the lawn of First Congregational Church. The 24th Annual “Pumpkin Patch” officially began its month-long event, which will last through Oct. 31, Halloween. Pumpkins in all shapes and sizes are for sale as part of a charitable event which has become a rich Saugus tradition that brings joy to visitors of all ages. It’s a great place to bring kids. Saugus United Parish Food Pantry The Saugus United Parish Food Pantry will be open today (Friday, Oct. 2), from 9:30-11 a.m. at 50 Essex St. in the basement of Cliftondale Congregational Church. The food pantry welcomes all neighbors facing food insecurity on Friday mornings. Volunteers are also welcome. Please call the Food Pantry Office at 781-233-2663 or go to the website cliftondalecc.org for details. This week’s “Shout Outs” We received two “shout outs” this week from Jeannie Meredith. ● “A special shout out to Senior Center Director Laurie Davis and her wonderful staff! Laurie does an amazing job making our seniors feel welcome, valued, and connected. Her creativity is endless, from dances and exercise classes to plays, A downed tree snarled traffic along Walnut Street last Saturday afternoon (Sept. 26) during the nor’easter. (Saugus Advocate photo by Tara Vocino) murder mysteries and so many other activities, she truly works to make sure there is something for everyone. “On a personal note, after losing my dad, the Senior Center became such a special place for my mom. She has made wonderful friendships and found a safe, fun, and welcoming place to spend time and enjoy herself. That means more to our family than Laurie probably realizes. Thank you, Laurie, and your entire staff for the kindness, energy, and heart you put into making the Senior Center such a special place for our seniors. You are truly appreciated!” ● “A huge shout out to Dante Hibbard of ASAP Tree! “When Dante heard about a cat that had been stuck high up in a tree for days, he dropped what he was doing, rearranged his work schedule, and came to the rescue. What makes it even more incredible is that Dante climbed that tree with a broken arm to safely bring the cat down! “Dante has a huge heart and is always willing to step up when someone needs help, especially when it’s a four-legged friend. Thank you, Dante, for going above and beyond. Your kindness did not go unnoticed!” 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. Early Voting for Nov. 3 Election Saugus Town Clerk Ellen Schena this week released the In-Person Early Voting dates for the Nov. 3 State Election, which is only four weeks away from next Tuesday (Oct. 6). If you are a registered voter in town, you should have received an 87-page voter information pamphlet in the mail from Secretary of the Commonwealth William Francis Galvin detailing the nine questions that will be on this year’s ballot. With so many questions to consider along with a vote on the gubernatorial race, other state offices, the U.S. Senate and Congressional races local and regional offices, this might be a convenient option for voters. Here are the dozen dates for In-Person Early Voting in the Community Room of the Saugus Public Library at 295 Central St. in Saugus. Voter should use the Taylor Street Entrance. ● Saturday, October 17, 2026 – 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. ● No Sunday ● Monday, October 19, 2026 – 8:30 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. ● Tuesday, October 20, 2026 – 8:15 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. ● Wednesday, October 21, 2026 – 8:15 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. ● Thursday, October 22, 2026 – 8:15 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. ● Friday, October 23, 2026 – 8:15 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. ● Saturday, October 24, 2026 – 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. (also, last day to register to vote for Election) ● No Sunday ● Monday, October 26, 2026 – 8:30 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. ● Tuesday, October 27, 2026 – 8:15 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. ● Wednesday, October 28, 2026 – 8:15 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. ● Thursday, October 29, 2026 – 8:15 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. ● Friday, October 30, 2026 – 8:15 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. COVID-19/flu vaccine clinics The first of four COVID-19 and flu vaccine clinics – free to Saugus residents and town employees – begins today (Friday, Oct. 2) from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Saugus Senior Center (466 SOUNDS | SEE PAGE 10
THE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FriDAy, OCTObEr 2, 2026 Page 9 24th Annual Pumpkin Patch blows away the Nor’easter Shown from left to right: Saugus 12U Level 3 Cheerleaders and Saugus Youth Soccer members Evelyn Lauziere, Francesca Lincoln, Kenzie Nichols, Avaleigh Kohr, Hadley Nichols, Grace Whitehurst, Emersyn Nichols and Adriana Lincoln said they came to help, because they love Saugus. (Advocate photos by Tara Vocino) Mark Smith drove almost five days from New Mexico to deliver the pumpkins. Saugus High School juniors and sophomores, shown from left to right: Nabiha Ramin, Kimberly Amaya, Christopher Romero, Sofia Rubio and Ivan Santa Maria said it’s fun to see volunteers gathered there. By Tara Vocino A pproximately 70 children and teenagers unloaded a box truck full of pumpkins in approximately an hour and 15 minutes for Saturday’s 24th Annual Pumpkin Patch fundraiser — even in the Nor’easter — at First Congregational Church. Driver Mark Smith, of Atlanta, Ga., awoke from a well-deserved nap after driving 2,400 miles in four and a half days from the Navajo Reservation in Farmington, New Mexico, which is where the pumpkins come from. “It’s fun,” Smith said. “I’m originally from New York, so it’s going back to my roots.” Rev. William Ladd said the amazing volunteers braved the threat of a Nor’easter to come and help unload the pumpkins. “I’d been praying daily for the storm to push off and give us some room,” Ladd said in a separate interview on Sunday. “They were nervous. We were nervous…and then the morning came, and they came!” Ladd added, with smiles, that friends, parents and coaches lined up, and the pumpkins got unloaded. And the wind and the rain stopped while they all did their work. “It just stopped!,” Ladd said. “Before we knew it, it was done — in about an hour’s time!” Ladd thanked God and volunteers, adding that they couldn’t have done it without them. Event Organizer Carl Spencer said there were football players, field hockey players, cheerleaders, volleyball players, charter school students, middle school students, high school students, among other volunteers, who were passionate enough to come in a Nor’easter. They unloaded 2,600 large pumpkins and 2,000 small pumpkins. A second shipment is expected in two weeks. Saugus 12U Level 3 Cheerleader Avaleigh Kohr said the team volunteers annually, because they want to support fellow athletes, they love Saugus and they want to help the community. The team’s President, Allison DiPietro, called their dedication a tradition, adding that the team came two years ago in heavy rain. Saugus High School Varsity Football Head Coach Gregory Bluestein thanked Athletic Director Matthew Serino for organizing volunteers from the middle and high schools. “This event is one of my favorite days of the year,” Bluestein said. Saugus High School junior Sofia Rubio said she and her friends came to help the community and the United Church of Christ, which is a mainline Protestant denomination. “We plan to come back next year,” Rubio said. School Committee Vice Chair Stephanie Mastrocola said she loves seeing the children and community get together and be off their cellular phones for an hour. Trustee Scott Davis said this event is one of the savings of the church, selling 100,000 pumpkins since its inception. “I originally voted against it, but I’m glad it passed,” Davis said. The patch is open seven days a week from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. through November 1 at 300 Central Street. The patch — shown in all its splendor — is open seven days a week from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. through November 1. Event Organizer Carl Spencer and School Committee Vice Chair Stephanie Mastrocola said they love to see children off their cellular phones for an hour. Veterans Memorial Elementary School pre-Kindergartener Ronan Preval, 4, and Colette Preval, 2, go to the pumpkin patch annually.
Page 10 SOUNDS | FROM PAGE 8 Central St.). The remaining clinic dates are as follows: Thursday, Oct. 8, from noon to 5 p.m. at the Saugus Town Hall Auditorium (second floor); Thursday, Oct. 15, from 1-5 p.m. at the Saugus Town Hall Auditorium; and Friday, Oct. 30, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Saugus Senior Center. At the clinics, Walgreens healthcare professionals will administer the latest Pfizer COVID-19 booster vaccine as well the seasonal flu vaccine – all at no cost. The COVID-19 booster will be available for all residents age 65 and older and for ages 12-64 with underlying health issues. High-dose flu vaccines will also be available at the clinic for individuals age 65 and older. Walk-ins are welcome for the THE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FriDAy, OCTObEr 2, 2026 will be turned away. Here are a few upcoming events for your calendar: ● Sunday, Oct. 4, at 3 p.m., on clinic. No preregistration is required. The town asks clinic attendees to bring proof of insurance if they have it, but no one - LEGAL NOTICE - COMMONWEALTH OF MASSACHUSETTS THE TRIAL COURT PROBATE AND FAMILY COURT Essex Probate and Family Court 36 Federal Street Salem, MA 01970 (978) 744-1020 Docket No. ES26P2577EA Estate of: Robert William McManus Also known as: Robert W. McManus Date of Death: 01/02/2022 CITATION ON PETITION FOR FORMAL ADJUDICATION To all interested persons: A Petition for Late and Limited Formal Testacy and/or Appointment has been filed by Andrea McManus of Saugus, MA requesting that the Court enter a formal Decree and Order and for such other relief as requested in the Petition. The Petitioner requests that: Andrea McManus of Saugus, MA be appointed as Personal Representative(s) of said estate to serve Without Surety on the bond in unsupervised administration. IMPORTANT NOTICE You have the right to obtain a copy of the Petition from the Petitioner or at the Court. You have a right to object to this proceeding. To do so, you or your attorney must file a written appearance and objection at this Court before: 10:00 a.m. on the return day of 10/26/2026. This is NOT a hearing date, but a deadline by which you must file a written appearance and objection if you object to this proceeding. If you fail to file a timely written appearance and objection followed by an affidavit of objections within thirty (30) days of the return day, action may be taken without further notice to you. UNSUPERVISED ADMINISTRATION UNDER THE MASSACHUSETTS UNIFORM PROBATE CODE (MUPC) A Personal Representative appointed under the MUPC in an unsupervised administration is not required to file an inventory or annual accounts with the Court. Persons interested in the estate are entitled to notice regarding the administration directly from the Personal Representative and may petition the Court in any matter relating to the estate, including the distribution of assets and expenses of administration. WITNESS, Hon. Frances M. Giordano, First Justice of this Court. Date: September 24, 2026 PAMELA A. CASEY O’BRIEN REGISTER OF PROBATE October 02, 2026 the front lawn of St. John’s Episcopal Church (265 Central St. in Saugus), Father Walter will be holding a Blessing of the Animals. Please have your pet on a leash or in a carrier for their safety. A picture is also OK. Pets do not need to get out of your car; drive-by blessings are also welcome. In case of rain, we will go inside. For more details, please call 781-233-1242 ● Wednesday, Oct. 7, at 7 p.m., in the second floor auditorium of Saugus Town Hall, the Board of Selectmen will meet. Normally, the meetings are held on Tuesdays. The Wednesday date was set to accommodate scheduling problems. Selectmen will also meet this month on Tuesday, Oct. 20. ● Wednesday, Oct. 14, at 7 p.m., the Saugus Historical Society will have a program about “Special Saugus Neighborhoods” and would like your input about where you live. Do you have some thoughts about what makes your neighborhood special and what has changed over the years? If you OCEAN BREEZE: a wearable yarn painting designed and crocheted by Joanie Allbee, a frequent contributor to The Saugus Advocate. “Occasionally I’ll wear it as a shawl,” she said. (Courtesy photo of Joanie Allbee) have some comments or photos you’d like to share, please contact Saugus Historical Society President Laura Eisener at 781-231-5988 or email LDELD@ shore.net. ● Friday, Oct. 23, from 4– 6 p.m., WIN Waste Innovations is sponsoring a Fall Fun Fest at Blessed Sacrament Church (14 Summer St.). The event will include a live DJ, pumpkin decorating, a Bounce House, pizza and more. The entry fee is a donation of any amount to the ANNOUNCEMENT The Saugus Board of Selectmen is accepting applications for appointments to the Saugus Library Board of Trustees for the Town of Saugus. This is a volunteer/unpaid position for Saugus residents. Those interested may submit letter of interest/resume, no later than October 23, 2026. Saugus Board of Selectmen Saugus Town Hall 298 Central Street, Suite 4 Saugus, MA 01906 October 02, 2026 ANNOUNCEMENT The Saugus Board of Selectmen is accepting applications for appointments to the Saugus Cemetery Commission for the Town of Saugus. This is a volunteer/unpaid position for Saugus residents. Those interested may submit letter of interest/resume, no later than October 23, 2026. Saugus Board of Selectmen Saugus Town Hall 298 Central Street, Suite 4 Saugus, MA 01906 October 02, 2026 Boys & Girls Club. Every contribution makes a difference, because WIN Waste will match all community donations made during the event. Support an incredible nonprofit while having fun with your friends, family and neighbors! Fire hydrant flow testing ends today The Saugus Department of Public Works is expected to conclude its fire hydrant flow testing throughout town today, Oct. 2 These flow tests will take place between 6 a.m. and 4 p.m. The fire flow testing process may cause discolored water and a reduction in water pressure. The discoloration of the water will be temporary and is not harmful. If the condition persists, please contact the Saugus Department of Public Works at 781-231-4145. The purpose of the fire flow testing is to investigate the water distribution system pressures throughout the Town, to identify areas of low pressure and to calibrate the Town’s distribution system computer model. The Department of Public Works appreciates your patience during this work to improve the water distribution system for all of the residents and businesses of Saugus. If you have any questions, please contact the Department of Public Works at 781231-4145 or the Engineering Department at 781-231-4032. DAR prepares for 6th Annual Veteran’s Day Field of Flags Preparations for the 6th Annual Veteran’s Day Field of Flags to be placed on the lawn SOUNDS | SEE PAGE 11
THE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FriDAy, OCTObEr 2, 2026 Page 11 SOUNDS | FROM PAGE 10 of Veterans Park at the corner of Winter and Central Streets (not the Saugus Town Hall) to honor and remember all veterans on Veterans Day, Nov. 11, is underway. The Parson Roby Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR) is sponsoring this event to honor all veterans, living or deceased, including those currently serving. American flags may be sponsored through the Parson Roby Chapter DAR at a cost of $5 each. The flags will be placed at Veterans Park prior to Nov. 11 and will wave throughout the week until Nov. 12 with your veteran’s name on the flag. Flags may be sponsored to honor a family member, friend, neighbor or employee who has served or is currently serving our country. The deadline to sponsor flags is Oct. 30. You may send a check ($5 per flag) made payable to Parson Roby Chapter along with the information of the veteran (Name/Rank/ Branch of Service/Years or War if known) and mail it to Treasurer, 27 Pearson St., Saugus, MA 01906. After 12 noon on Nov. 11, you can pick up your sponsored flag to either keep or put on a grave. “2021 was our first year sponsoring the Field of Flags and it has been a huge success. So many members of the community stopped by to thank us in remembering our veterans this way. There were over 140 flags sponsored with veteran’s names waving in the wind and we hope for many more veterans to be sponsored this year. All proceeds from the Veteran’s Field of Flags will support the Daughters of the American Revolution’s mission to preserve American history and secure Americans’ future through education and proDue on Sale Clause and Irrevocable Trusts P eople are often concerned about a lender exercising LIFETIME ACHIEVEMENT AWARD: Longtime Saugus Town Counsel John Vasapoli had an appointment yesterday (Thursday, Oct. 1) at the Fairfield Inn and Waypoint Conference Center in New Bedford, where the Massachusetts Municipal Lawyers Association was scheduled to present him with its prestigious President’s Award in recognition for his many years as a municipal counsel and for his contributions to municipal law and local government. Vasapoli, 74, has served as town counsel since 1981. He was born in Lynn and moved with his family to Saugus when he was three. Vasapolli got married and raised a family. His wife Linda, from Lynn, is a nurse. They have two sons: Joseph, 41, of Chelmsford, and David, 35, of Georgetown, who has worked nearly 10 years as an attorney for his father in the Saugus Law Office of Vasapolli & Ricciardelli. (Saugus Advocate file photo by Mark E. Vogler) moting patriotism. For more information on how to sponsor a flag or in joining the Parson Roby Chapter DAR, please email parsonroby.saugusdar@ gmail.com.” Saugus town-wide fall street sweeping begins Town Manager Scott C. Crabtree and the Department of Public Works announced that the Town’s annual fall street sweeping program will begin on Monday, Oct. 5, weather permitting. Sweepers will start in the area of North Saugus (Precincts 5 and 7) and work their way across Town, working from 7 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. The work will generally follow the schedule and order listed below: ● Week of Oct. 5: Precincts 7, 5, 3, 10 and 2. ● Week of Oct. 13: Precincts 2, 6 and 8. ● Week of Oct. 19: Precincts 1, 4 and 9 (and work not accomplished in precincts from previous weeks). Work will be performed on Town parking lots only on Columbus Day, Monday, Oct. 12, 2026 the “due on sale clause” contained in their mortgage allowing a lender to call in the note and force a refinance of the property at a much higher interest rate. So many people have been locked in at 2.75% to 3.75% mortgage rates and they certainly would not want to be paying today’s mortgage rates approximating 7.00%. When trying to protect your home from a nursing home, you may very well decide to transfer it to an irrevocable Trust to start the five-year look back period. Five years after the transfer, the home will be protected as it would not be considered a countable asset for MassHealth purposes. Under 12 U.S.C. Section 1701(j)-3(d)(8), a lender may not exercise a due on sale clause when a borrower transfers residential real estate (with fewer than 5 dwelling units) into an “intervivos” Trust where the borrower is and remains a beneficiary of the Trust and rights of occupancy do not change. An intervivos Trust is simply a Trust you create during your lifetime. An intervivos Trust can be revocable or irrevocable. Therefore, transferring your home into an irrevocable Trust should not lead to a lender exercising its due on sale provision. Your interest rate should be protected. We often will ask the lender to approve the transfer to the irrevocable Trust by providing the lender with a draft of the Trust. I have yet to see a lender exercise the due on sale clause when someone transferred the home to an irrevocable Trust when the home was encumbered by a mortgage. The Garn-St. Germain federal law passed in 1982 was designed to protect lenders by having federal law preempt State law that might have limited a lender’s right to exercise the due on sale clause. Subsequently, Congress enacted 12 U.S.C Section 1701j-3(d) which carved out 9 exceptions where lenders cannot exercise the due on sale clause. Exception number 8 applies to intervivos Trusts. So long as the Settlor of the irrevocable Trust (who is also the borrower on the original mortgage taken out), pursuant to the terms of the Trust, has the right of use, occupancy and possession of the real estate held in Trust and is the current income beneficiary, Section (d)(8) should protect against the due on sale clause as this is federal law. Consequently, you should not have to reserve a life estate on the deed to protect against the due on sale clause. The downside to reserving a life estate on the deed is that if the home is subsequently sold, the portion of the sale attributable to the life estate interest gets paid to the life tenant and is then back on the table as a countable asset for MassHealth eligibility purposes. You can always cite this federal statute to a loan officer as many will not be familiar with this law. Joseph D. Cataldo is an estate planning/elder law attorney, Certified Public Accountant, Certified Financial Planner, AICPA Personal Financial Specialist and holds a masters degree in taxation.
Page 12 THE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FriDAy, OCTObEr 2, 2026 REAL ESTATE TRANSACTIONS Copyrighted material previously published in Banker & Tradesman/The Commercial Record, a weekly trade 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. BUYER1 Garcia, Edilzar Y H Hyppolite, Joel Kairouz, Anthony BUYER2 Lopezperez, Gladis V Brice, Santia SELLER1 111 Hamilton St Rt White Sr Richard F Est Remington, Melissa FURNISHED ROOM FOR RENT EVERETT Armand Robert “Bob” Chinchillo High School Valedictorian, MiT graduate, Nationally 1 bedroom, 1 bath furnished room for rent. $275. per week rent. Two week deposit plus 1 week rent required. Call: 617-435-9047 - NO TEXT ranked Sprinter A rmand Robert “Bob” Chinchillo passed away peacefully on Saturday, September 26, 2026, at the age of 83 – one day before his 84th birthday – surrounded by family. Bob was the Revere High Get windows that lower your home utility bills! Offer ends 09/30/26 With Window Nation, you get: • Special discounts you won’t fi nd anywhere else this winter • Best-in-class service – our A+ BBB rating says it all • Energy-effi cient windows that keep the heat inside your home • Decades of worry-free maintenance with a lifetime warranty SCHEDULE YOUR FREE QUOTE TODAY! 855-993-3769 Offer Valid on certain models. 4 Window Minimum. Cannot be combined with any other offer. Excludes Labor. Financing offers a no payment - no interest feature (during the “promotional period”) on your purchase at an APR of 17.99%. No fi nance charges will accrue on your account during the promotional period, as set forth in your Truth in Lending Disclosures, and you will not have to pay a monthly payment until the promotional period has ended. If you repay your purchase in full before the end of the promotional period, you will not have to pay any fi nance charges. You may also prepay your account at any time without penalty. Financing is subject to credit requirements and satisfactory completion of fi nance documents. Any fi nance terms advertised are estimates only. Normal late charges apply once the promotional period has ended. MD MHIC #124358, VA #2705-109436A, DC #420212000037, DELAWARE #2013601804, PA #104611, MA HIC #197968, NJ #13VH07997100, RI RIGL #44067, KS #9641242, WA UBI No. 605 341 461, POR #249065, WA WINDONL771PW, OR #249065 Like us on Facebook advocate newspaper Facebook.com/Advocate.news.ma School Class Valedictorian and Class President in 1960. He went on to get his Undergraduate & master’s degrees at MIT in Cambridge. He spent 40 years working at Raytheon where he retired from. Bob raised his family in Saugus and moved to North Reading in 1987. He earned a black belt in karate, wrote a novel, ran some half-marathons, and competed in Masters Track Meets, gaining a national ranking in the 400-meter sprint. He loved talking politics and sports with whoever would listen! He was an avid gardener who took great pride in his multiple flower gardens. He was a lover of all tools and just 2 weeks ago completed building a small treehouse in his backyard for his great-grandson. He was incredibly proud of his grandkids and enjoyed watching them participate in dance recitals, soccer games, and track meets. He enjoyed traveling the world on many cruises and vacations with his wife Elaine. His greatest joy was being surrounded by his family for all of the holiday & birthday gatherings at his home. He loved participating in the annual Turkey Trot on Thanksgiving morning with his son Bob and granddaughter Jillian. He is survived by his wife Elaine of 62 years; his daughter AnnBeth and her partner Ralph Paglucca, his granddaughter Alexa Giannino and her partner Gio Serrano, and his great-grandson Seven; his son Bob, daughter-in-law Stephanie, grandson Cameron, and granddaughter Jillian. He was at the center of everything his family did and will be sorely missed. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to the Koch Institute for Integrative Cancer Research at MIT (https://ki.mit. edu/giving). A visitation for Bob will be held October 2, 2026, at 10:0011:00AM with an 11:00AM Prayer service at Buonfiglio Funeral Home 128 Revere street, Revere. Family and friends are warmly encouraged to leave condolences and share memories on his memorial page at https:// www.buonfiglio.com/obituaries/a-robert-chinchillo SELLER2 Haberek, Mary M Virnelli, Julie A ADDRESS 111 Hamilton St 150 Hamilton St 18 Austin Ct #18-E OBITUARY CITY Saugus Saugus Saugus DATE 09.08.26 09.11.26 09.09.26 PRICE 640000 787000 338000 Stop cleaning-out your gutters this season Debris Buildup Stands No Chance With LeafFilter P E Heavy leaves Pinecones Acorns Stainless Steel Micromesh uPVC Frame Pine needles Seed pods EXPIRES: 11/30/2026 + Storm debris Custom Fit To Your New or Existing Gutters AN ADDITIONAL 25% OFF 10% LeafFilter * Get a FREE full gutter inspection and estimate: Promo: 285 1-866-319-6047 *Promotional off er includes 25% off plus an additional 10% off for qualifi ed veterans and/or seniors. Cannot be combined with other off ers. See representative for full warranty details. DC 420223000087, AZ ROC 344027, AR 0366920926, CA 1035795, CT HIC.0671520, FL CBC056678, ID RCE-51604, IA C127230, LA 559544, MD MHIC164488, MA 213292, MI 262300331, MI 262300330, MI 262300329, MI 262300328, MI 262300318, MI 262300173, MN IR2025-810524, MT 266192, NE 50145-24, NV 0086990, NJ 13VH13285000, NM 408693, ND 47304, OR 218294, PA PA179643, RI GC-41354, TN 10981, UT 10783658-5501, VT 174.0000871, VA 2705169445, WA LEAFFLH763PG, WV WV056912, WI 537-DCFRR Discount For Seniors + Military S C H E D T U C L Y S E O N U I R O I N
THE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FriDAy, OCTObEr 2, 2026 Page 13 1. On Oct. 2, 1945, Don McLean was born; he had a hit with what 1971 song that included the nursery rhyme “Jack Be Nimble”? 2. Which of the New Seven Wonders of the World is having various running events? 3. In Sept. 1987, in the Finger Lakes of New York, a company got a Guinness World Record for the then-largest pancake (28 feet); how was it flipped? 4. On Oct. 3, 1990, what country reunified? 5. What was candy corn originally called? 6. To what Cambridge organization have Deval Patrick, Jack Lemmon and Theodore Roosevelt belonged? 7. On Oct. 4, 1895, what silent film actor (“Great Stone Face”) was born who was in “The Saphead” and “Our Hospitality”? 8. What kind of teacher is a sensei? 9. What city has the Catacombs of Old St. Patrick’s Cathedral, where the Delmonico Family is buried? 10. The Henry Knox Trail goes from forts on what large lake to Dorchester Heights? 11. On Oct. 5, 1813, the Battle of the Thames was won during what war? 12. How are diamond-backed, painted and snapping similar? 13. Which flower is edible: daffodil, daylily or hemlock? 14. On Oct. 6, 1868, what author of “Little Dorrit” began a series of “Farewell Readings”? 15. What mammal of Central and South America and Mexico is named for a vampire? 16. In what year did many U.S. communities cancel Halloween: 1929, 1933 or 1942? 17. On Oct. 7, 1894, Oliver Wendell Holmes, author of “The Poet of the Breakfast Table,” died in what city? 18. What 19th-century countess is now known for STEM? 19. Doodlesack is a British word for what musical instrument? 20. On Oct. 8, 1921, was the first live radio broadcast of what type of game? ANSWERS American Exterior and Window Corporation Contact us for all of your home improvement projects and necessities. Call Jeff or Bob Toll Free: 1-888-744-1756 617-699-1782 / www.americanexteriorma.com Windows, Siding, Roofing, Carpentry & More! All estimates, consultations or inspections completed by MA licensed supervisors. *Over 50 years experience. *Better Business Bureau Membership. Insured and Registered Complete Financing Available. No Money Down. Steps Stoops Rebuilt or Repaired Chimney Rebuilt or Repaired House Foundation Leaks Repaired All Basement Repairs Walkways, Driveways & Patios Installed Chimney Inspection Roofing & Siding Installed Masonry Repairs Window Installation & Repairs Carpentry & Waterproofing 617-955-5164 toughbuildmasonryandconstuction.com toughbuildjohn@gmail.com The Kid Does Clean Outs From 1 item to 1,000 WE REMOVE EVERYTHING! * Basements * Homes * Backyards * Commercial Buildings The cheapest prices around! Call Eric: (857) 322-2854 Frank Berardino MA License 31811 • 24 - Hour Service • Emergency Repairs BERARDINO Plumbing & Heating Residential & Commercial Service Gas Fitting • Drain Service 617.699.9383 Senior Citizen Discount We follow Social Distancing Guidelines! BUDGET SERVICES RUBBISH REMOVAL * Interior-Exterior Demolition Bathroom/Kitchen/Decks, Etc. * All Types of Debris Removed * Pick-up Truck Load of Trash starting at $239. ~ Licensed & Insured ~ Call (978) 494-3443 Clean-Outs! We take and dispose from cellars, attics, garages, yards, etc. Call Robert at: 781-844-0472 Carrijo Home Improvement, Inc. General Contractor * Interior & Exterior Carpentry * Kitchen & Bath * Roofs * Painting * Decks * Siding * Licensed & Insured * Free Estimates Carrijohomeimprovement.com Call 781-710-8918 * Saugus, MA APARTMENTS FOR RENT www.mastrocola.com 1. 2. “American Pie” The Great Wall of China 3. With a crane (The original griddle is available for photo ops.) 4. Germany 5. 6. 7. 8. Chicken feed The Hasty Pudding Institute of 1770 Buster Keaton Japanese martial arts 9. NYC (The family founded the city’s oldest surviving restaurant.) 10. Champlain (In 1775-76 cannons were taken to the Continental Army overlooking Boston.) 11. War of 1812 (The Thames River is in southern Ontario; the USA was victorious.) 12. Fresh water turtle species in Massachusetts 13. Daylily 14. Charles Dickens (“Little Dorrit” has a chapter about government titled “The Circumlocution Office.”) 15. Vampire bat 16. 1942 (due to World War II) 17. Boston 18. Augusta Ada King, Countess of Lovelace, the only legitimate child of poet Lord Byron 19. Bagpipe 20. Football
Page 14 THE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FriDAy, OCTObEr 2, 2026 Get your Mortgage with Beyond Financing, Inc. Lower rates @ www.beyondfinancing.com Powered by Finley Concierge Beyond Financing, Inc. Licensed in CA-CT-FL-MA-NH-NC-RI-SC-TX 999 Broadway, Suite 500-N, Saugus-MA 01906 www.BEYONDFINANCING.COM 857.410.1391 NMLS ID: 2394496 IN CA, CT & MA: Mortgage Broker Only, not a Mortgage Lender or Mortgage Correspondent Lender. In FL, NH, NC, RI, SC & TX: Mortgage Broker and Correspondent Lender. Loans are available fairly and equally regardless of race, color, religion, sex, familial status, national origin, military status, disability, or ancestry. TRINITY REAL ESTATE 321 MAIN STREET | SAUGUS, MA | VILLAGE PARK TrinityHomesRE.com 781.231.9800 TrinityHomesRE.com L 1260 Sea St, Quincy, MA 02169 List Price: $929,000 SINGLE FAMILY HOME Listed by: Lucia Ponte Cell: 781.883.8130 1st SHOWINGS ON THIS GEM BEGIN OCT. 3RD! Houghs Neck!! Gorgeous 3 bedroom, 2½-bath Colonial offering a bright, spacious, and inviting open concept layout. The first floor features a beautiful quartz kitchen with an abundance of custom cabinetry, stainless steel appliances, and a gas range with a built-in grill, perfect for both everyday living and entertaining. Recessed lighting and hardwood floors flow throughout the sun filled rooms, creating a warm and elegant atmosphere. Upstairs, you’ll find three generously sized bedrooms and two full bathrooms, including a private en-suite bath in the main bedroom. The main bedroom also features sliders leading to a private balcony, where you can enjoy the refreshing ocean breeze, unwind after a long day, or sip your morning coffee. This home combines modern amenities, comfortable living, and a fantastic location with easy access to MBTA bus #216, recreation, dining, and the waterfront. A wonderful opportunity to enjoy coastal living in style! Showing begin at Open House on Sat. 10/3 12pm to 4PM. 32 Grant Street, Lynn, MA 01902 List Price: $825,000 2 FMILY HOME Listed by: Michael Foulds Cell: 617.461.1952 Opportunity is knocking with this great 2 family home built in 2008. Offering an abundance of parking and set back from the street for added privacy, this young home features 6 bedrooms, 2 full baths, and excellent basement and attic spaces for storage and seasonal items. Each unit has private entrances, 3 generously sized bedrooms, stylishly updated bathrooms, hardwood floors, convenient in-unit laundry, and great layouts throughout with open concept living/dining room combo, ample kitchen for the home cook, and large closets. Enjoy the generous private yard and a rare two-level detached outbuilding in the rear which is perfect for an expanded home office space, creative studio, expansive home gym, handyman workshop, or create your very own private retreat. Now is the perfect time to explore all that Lynn has to offer, with trendy downtown shops, fantastic north shore restaurant scenes, and an easy commute to Boston via the commuter rail. Close to Lynn/Swampscott and Nahant's waterfront & beaches, with easy highway access to Routes 95/128 and Route 1. Making this an ideal location for the avid commuter. A great opportunity for both owner occupants and investors alike. 781.231.9800 ~Let our team of experienced REALTORS® assist in all your real estate needs~ 28 Clifton St., Unit 1, Revere, MA 02151 Rental Price: $2,600 Listed by: Lucia Ponte Cell: 781.883.8130 Available October 1st! Modern, spacious, 1st floor apartment, steps to express bus! Enjoy the convenience of this two bedroom or one bedroom with nice size office. Floor plan is versatile. This apartment consists of, high ceilings and four good size rooms. Kitchen has been updates with cherry cabinets, granite counters, and stainless-steel appliances and offers a large pantry closet. Tenant has two assigned, off street parking spots and access to washer and dryer hook-ups in basement. Tenant will be responsible for their gas heat and electric. North Revere, Location is prime with convenient access to Rte 1, with Shopping, Restaurants and all area amenities. No pets and no smoking! 41 Elm Street, Saugus, MA 01906 List Price: $599,900 Single Family Home Listed by: Lori Johnson Cell: 781.718.7409 Welcome home to this warm, sun-filled Colonial, professionally renovated and proudly owned by the same family for over 40 years. Charming farmer’s porch welcomes you into the open-concept main level featuring a spacious living room with bay window, dining area, and stylish bar—perfect for entertaining. Beautifully updated kitchen offers gas cooktop, double wall ovens, granite countertops, breakfast bar, abundant maple cabinetry, and built-in desk with custom shelving. A convenient half bath with laundry completes the first floor. The second floor opens to a landing featuring a built-in window seat and picture window overlooking the yard, leading to three well-sized bedrooms and a full bath with double vanity. The primary bedroom boasts a bay window and under-molding accent lighting. Updates include crown molding, hardwood flooring, Andersen windows, custom builtins, and quality accent details throughout. Enjoy the expansive yard with deck, fire pit, BBQ area, and storage shed. Move-in ready home in the desirable Lynnhurst area with easy access to Route 1 and approximately 20 minutes to Boston. “Treating your home as our own and each client like family” Providing Real Estate services for Saugus, Melrose, Wakefield, Malden, North Shore, Boston & Beyond. FOR RENT FOR SALE SALE PENDING FOR SALE
THE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FriDAy, OCTObEr 2, 2026 Page 15
Page 16 THE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FriDAy, OCTObEr 2, 2026 SAUGUS - 1st AD $1,595,000 12 room Contemporary 5 bdrms, 3 ½ baths, 4 fireplaces, 2 car gar, heated IG pool, so many amenities! Located in Indian Rock Farms. SAUGUS - NEW PRICE - $579,900 Wonderful Family Colonial offers 3 bedrooms, 1 ½ baths, eat-in kitchen with pantry area, 1st floor family room, deck, large yard, 2 car garage. SAUGUS - $829,900 Desirable Lynnhurst neighborhood offers this 5-bedroom, 2-bath Ranch, two-bedroom au-pair suite, corner lot. Great home-Great location! SAUGUS - 1st AD - $535,000 EXCEPTIONAL OPPORTUNITY to own a corner unit at Pleasant Hill Condos! 5 rms 2 bdrms, 2 baths, gas fireplace, garage parking & more! SAUGUS - COMING SOON - $529,900 6 room, 4-bedroom Cape offers 1 ½ baths, eat-in kitchen, NEW gas heat, finished Lower Level. COMMONMOVES.COM 335 CENTRAL STREET, SAUGUS, MA / (781) 233-7300 MALDEN - $699,900 6 room, 3 bedroom home, wood flooring, 2 baths, side street location in Maplewood area. SAUGUS - TWO FAMILY - NEW PRICE - $765,000 4/4 rooms, 1-2 bedrooms, hardwood flooring, freshly painted in and out, NEW driveway, updated gas heat. ONLY 2 FAMILY available in town!
1 Publizr