SAUGUS D Vol. 26, No.41 Your Local News & Sports Online. Scan Here! CAT CAT “CHRONICLE” NIGHT AT THE LIBRARY Journalist Ted Reinstein, a longtime reporter for the TV News Magazine “Chronicle,” regaled his audience at the Saugus Public Library on Tuesday as he shared stories from his latest book about memorable people he’s met in his travels throughout New England. Please see inside for more photos and the story. (Saugus Advocate photo by Mark E. Vogler) Dog walkers beware Canine Control Offi cer warns residents to take precautions to keep pets safe from coyotes after a rash of recent attacks on dogs By Mark E. Vogler C oyotes have attacked at least six dogs over the last three weeks, killing four of them, according to Saugus Canine Control Officer Darren McCullough. Five of the attacks occurred during the last two weeks, McCullough told The Saugus Advocate in an interview this week. “Three months ago, the coyotes weren’t a big issue. It wasn’t bad,” said McCullough, who was appointed as the town’s full-time Canine Control Offi cer in late October of 2020. “But it’s become a problem recently, especially in the last three weeks. I’ve put some calls into the state since the attacks to see if we can set up some kind of plan,” McCullough said. “I think the answer is to learn how to coexist with the coyotes and educate the public on what you can do to protect your pets. People need to know that they shouldn’t put their dog out in the backyard on a leash at night, especially small dogs. And it doesn’t matter if their dog is in a fencedDOG WALKERS | SEE PAGE 2 TE -FREE- www.advocatenews.net Published Every Friday 781-233-4446 Friday, October 11, 2024 ORANGE GLOW HAPPINESS Veterans Early Learning Center kindergartener Christian Peixoto, 5, and his dad, Fabio, were thrilled to hang out in the “The Pumpkin Patch” after the fi rst shipment of pumpkins arrived on Sept. 21. Another shipment is due tomorrow morning. Volunteers are needed to unload it. Please see inside for the story. (Saugus Advocate photo by Tara Vocino) Over 51 5-Star Reviews on Google & Yelp! (857) 417-1936 / Contact@vtechautoservices.com Check Engine Light On? We Can Help! Our Services include: * Tune-Up * Lube, Oil & Filter * Tire Services * Exhaust * Transmission * AC / Heating System * Maintenance We Service All Makes & Model Vehicles 24 Winter Street, Saugus Open Daily 8AM - 5 PM / Closed Saturday & Sunday Mid-grade Regular $3.59 2.78 49 31 Over 45 Years of Excellence! Full Service $2.95 Order online at angelosoil.com
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