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.
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