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SAUGUS Your Local News, Sports & More! Scan & Subscribe to Advocate News Online! E E Vol. 28, No. 41 -FREE- www.advocatenews.net Published Every Friday 781-233-4446 Friday, October 16, 2026 STUDENTS HELPING SENIORS State Election 2026 For Pete Meaney – the Democratic Candidate for the 9th Essex District House seat – politics starts with listening By Aidan DeLange (Editor’s Note: This is the latest in a series of articles on the 9th Essex District House race, the political contest on the Nov. 3 State Election ballot, which is expected to draw the most interest from local voters.) O A STAR VOLUNTEER: Jordyn Ripley-Deminski, a standout goalie and one of the co-captains of the Saugus High fi eld hockey team, helped to lead her teammates last Saturday to spruce up the yards of two Saugus elderly Saugus residents in a public service project involving WIN Waste Innovations, the Saugus Senior Center, members of the Saugus High School fi eld hockey and soccer teams and other volunteers. (Saugus Advocate photo by Neil Zolot) Home of the Week Offered at $599,000 Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Commonwealth Real Estate Formerly Carpenito Real Estate SAUGUS – 1st AD - Classic Colonial with Space, Character & Potential. Bring your vision to this spacious Colonial. This home offers generous size rooms and plenty of potential for those looking to restore and update a property to their own taste. The first floor of this home is Handicap accessible with a handicap entrance ramp and a full handicap bathroom along with an eat in kitchen with stainless steel appliances and a slider that lead to a deck. Dining room and an additional room could be a 4th bedroom and an additional full bathroom. Double staircases leading to the 2nd floor which offers 3 bedrooms and a 3rd full bath. The walk-up attic provides two additional rooms, offering flexible space for hobbies and more room for storage. Full basement and a two-car garage adds valuable parking, workshop, and storage possibilities. Roof is 3 years old. While the home needs work, its generous layout, substantial storage, and side street location make it an excellent opportunity for renovation. A great option for contractors looking for a winter project. (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. ver the weekend, Pete Meaney brought his campaign for state representative to Saugus, knocking on doors and speaking with residents he encountered along the way, introducing himself and asking what they want from their next elected lawmaker. “You don’t want to annoy them,” Meaney said of approaching people at home. “You always want to leave a positive interaction.” Meaney, a 41-year-old dentist, Lynn city councilor representing Ward 1, and father of three, is the Democratic nominee challenging state Rep. Donald Wong (R-Saugus) in the 9th Essex District, who has represented the district since 2011. Meaney says he is running to make the state government more accessible and responsive to residents’ concerns, while addressing aff ordability, including the cost of child care. One proposal is to expand pre-K to more working families. He called universal pre-K “the most realistic thing we could probably pull off in the fi rst two years.” But why he wants to serve reaches beyond just the campaign’s policy list. Meaney has cited a dispute over Route 129 repairs as one reason he decided to run. In a January interview with The Saugus Advocate, he said he received numerous complaints from his constituents about the condition of a section of Route 129, also known as Lynnfield Street, likely from utility repairs. He then tried to contact Wong, Meaney said. “Months went by and I never got a response,” Meaney said. Wong later told The Advocate that, after reading Meaney’s criticism in the paper, he called Meaney and contacted MassDOT about the status of repairs on Route 129 and left a voicemail for Meaney with the information, including about how the agency planned to repair the state-owned section after the broader Lynnfield Street project was completed. ELECTION | SEE PAGE 2 Established 1978 Mid-grade Regular 3.99 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!

Page 2 THE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FriDAy, OCTObEr 16, 2026 AT SAUGUS CENTER: Lynn City Councilor Pete Meaney talks with three supporters he recognized from the week before, across the street from Saugus Town Hall on Saturday, Oct. 10. Meaney approached the group while campaigning for state representative in Saugus. (Photo to The Saugus Advocate by Aidan DeLange) “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 THE MEANEY-MOBILE: Dentist and Lynn City Councilor Pete Meaney stood beside his 15-year-old campaign truck outside the Saugus Public Library while campaigning for state representative in Saugus on Saturday, Oct. 10. (Photo to The Saugus Advocate by Aidan DeLange) ELECTION | FROM PAGE 1 But that experience made him wonder whether residents were getting adequate representation, Meaney said in a January interview with The Advocate. “I was a sitting city councilor who wasn’t getting any response,” he said. “Imagine what it would be like if I were just one of [Wong’s] constituents.” But politics, or even the stable life he currently has, were not always on Meaney’s radar. His childhood was marked by his father’s alcohol use as well as by his mother’s generosity despite working in a factory to make ends meet. “She’d give you the shirt off her back,” he said. “I think that’s the basis of why I like to give back.” Meaney graduated from high school in 2002. Soon afterward, a fi ght with his father led to him being kicked out of the house, he said. Meaney then joined the Navy and returned to Lynn in 2006 and attended North Shore Community College, where he worked as a truck driver while THE CHALLENGER: Lynn City Councilor Pete Meaney, the Democratic candidate for the 9th Essex District House seat, is running to oust longtime state Rep. Donald Wong (R-Saugus) in the Nov. 3 election. Wong, first elected in 2010, seeks his ninth twoyear term representing the district, which includes eight of the 10 precincts in Saugus and parts of Lynn and Wakefi eld. Wong was reelected in three consecutive elections (2024, 2022 and 2020) without opposition before this year. (Courtesy photo to The Saugus Advocate) taking classes. He later studied chemistry and biology at the University of Connecticut. In 2009, between semesters at UConn, he lived in his car. “I had nowhere to go,” Meaney said. “I was just hanging out in the gym.” He then got accepted into Boston University’s dental school, where he graduated from in 2014. Since 2016, he has been the owner of Broadway Family Dental in Lynn. He started with four employees and now has 12. Meaney said he built his career through long hours and persistence. “Worked my ass off,” he said. His campaign manager, Damon Xavier Mitchem, said Meaney often leaves the dental offi ce in the afternoon and immediately dives into campaigning, whether it’s knocking on doors, making calls or attending events. “He’s always trying to genuinely get to know what [residents’] problems are and how he can help them,” Mitchem said. Some Saugus residents said Meaney’s personal manner helped him win their support. Margaret Lankow, who returned to Saugus after decades away, called Meaney “very friendly and down to earth” and said she voted for him in the DemocratELECTION | SEE PAGE 5

THE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FriDAy, OCTObEr 16, 2026 ~ Political Announcement ~ Page 3 Sean M. Salazar Announces Candidacy for the Northeast Metro Tech School Committee M y name is Sean M. Salazar, and I currently represent Malden on the Northeast Metropolitan Regional Vocational School Committee. Earlier this year, I was appointed to fi ll Malden’s vacant seat and am now running for that position in the November 3rd election. I’m a Career and Vocational Technical Education teacher at Everett High School, where I teach Hospitality Management and Culinary Arts. Before becoming an educator, I spent 20 years working in the hospitality industry. I am also an active member of the Everett Teachers Association and Massachusetts Teachers Association. My professional background has given me the opportunity to experience Career and Technical Education from two perspectives: as someone who spent years working in industry and as a teacher preparing students to enter it. I believe Career and Technical Education is about much more than teaching a trade. It’s about helping students discover their interests, develop technical and academic skills, learn to communicate and solve problems and gain the confidence to make informed decisions about their futures. Whether students pursue employment, apprenticeships, college or military service, our responsibility is to make sure they have meaningful opportunities and are prepared for whatever comes next. Since joining the School Committee, I’ve been particularly involved in reviewing our policies and considering how they aff ect the people who learn and work at Northeast. I’ve pushed for the strongest protections possible under our Protect Act policy and believe that work must continue beyond adopting a policy. We need to understand how it aff ects students, families and staff and ensure that everyone responsible for implementing it, including our School Resource Offi cers, understands and follows its requirements. I’m also interested in bringing student clubs and activities into our conversations to better understand what support they need. That includes making sure LGBTQIA+ students, students of color and other underrepresented members of our school community have opportunities to be heard. I support Northeast’s continued development toward a polytechnic model and the opportunities it can create for students pursuing diff erent educational and career pathways. I also believe that building relationships with fellow School Committee members is essential to identifying shared priorities across all 12 communities. Underlying all of this is my commitment to transparency and accountability. Families and communities deserve to understand the decisions being made, the reasons behind them and how those decisions aff ect their students. One aspect of this election that may be unfamiliar to voters is how Northeast’s regional School Committee is elected. Northeast serves 12 communities: Chelsea, Malden, Melrose, North Reading, Reading, Revere, Saugus, Stoneham, Wakefield, Winchester, Winthrop and Woburn. Although each School Committee seat is designated for a particular community, voters throughout the regional district participate in electing those representatives. This means the election for Malden’s seat also appears on ballots in the other member communities. While I represent Malden, the work of the School Committee affects students and families throughout Northeast’s district. Decisions involving educational programs, budgets, district policies and student opportunities carry responsibilities that extend beyond any one community. The opening of Northeast’s new school building marks an important moment in the district’s history. Its classrooms, technical shops and shared spaces provide new opportunities for students to learn and prepare for their futures. I’m proud of my work as a CTE educator and grateful for the opportunity to serve on the Northeast School Committee. I look forward to continuing conversations with residents throughout the district about the school’s future and the opportunities available to its students. Sean M. Salazar Malden Representative, Northeast Metro Tech School Committee Candidate for the Malden-designated seat Lawrence A. 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Page 4 THE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FriDAy, OCTObEr 16, 2026 Saugus Olympics Day at World Series Park Fundraiser for Challenger baseball and boys and Girls Club still honors absent guest – Olympic fi gure skating medalist Nancy Kerrigan – for her longtime support of World Series Park and charitable causes By Neil Zolot P layers from Challenger Baseball took to the playing field at World Series Park last Saturday (Oct. 10) behind Belmonte STEAM Academy while the Boys and Girls Club of Metro North manned a table to disseminate information about their facilities in Stoneham and their new Teen Center in the Square One Mall off Route 1 in Saugus. Those were some of the highlights of Saugus Olympics Day, which had to be modifi ed from its original version. The event was originally planned to help publicize the Special Olympics and honor Olympic medal winner Nancy Kerrigan. The Selectmen had a citation to present Kerrigan, honoring her for “exceptional charitable work, unwavering dedication and steadfast commitment to strengthening the Saugus community through her support of World Series Park.” But the twotime Olympic medalist who won a Bronze Medal (1992) and a Silver Medal (1994) in fi gure skating was unable to attend after the Olympics Day was cancelled last month because of the Nor’easter (Sept. 26). Kerrigan, who lives in nearby Lynnfi eld, has been a frequent supporter of World Series Park and the various fundraisers it has held over the years. World Series Park SuperinChallenger Baseball players gathered behind home plate last Saturday with Wally the Green Monster — the Boston Red Sox offi cial mascot — during Saugus Olympics Day at World Series Park. (Saugus Advocate photo by Neil Zolot) tendent Bob Davis reported he couldn’t get permission from the Massachusetts Special Olympics to run a fund-raiser for the organization. “But we had put so much effort into this I decided to go ahead anyway,” Davis said. “After nine years of hosting the Special Olympics, raising $150,000, we decided to raise money for some diff erent great causes like Challenger Baseball, which is Little League Baseball’s adaptive program for individuals with physical and intellectual challenges, and the Boys and Girls Club,” he said. Steve Scranton of Challenger Baseball, whose son Steve Jr. has aged out of the program, called the event “awesome.” “Every time we play, it’s great,” Scranton said. Boys and Girls Club Chief Advancement Offi cer Andrea Nahigian expressed her appreciation. “We’re here to benefi t the youth of the community and are grateful to be a recipient of funding on this amazing day,” Nahigian said. “We’re here for the community.” One of the players in Challenger Baseball was 32-year old Shannon Furey, accompanied by her father John. She plays second base and also likes playing basketball, bowling and dancing. “I like playing,” she said. “Events like this bring everybody together,” John added. He played baseball as a student at Lynn English High School. The event was dedicated to the late Constantino Agganis, a cousin of Harry Agganis; Carolyn Davis, Bob Davis’s late wife, who was very active in organizing World Series Park events; and World Series Park Superintendent Bob Davis got a hug from Shannon Furey, a 32-year-old Challenger Baseball player. (Saugus Advocate photo by Neil Zolot). the late Charlie McLaughlin, a huge supporter of World Series Park and the Special Olympics. “These three people gave much OLYMPICS DAY | SEE PAGE 5 Monogram D4 Double siding Cedar impression half rounds Harvey Vinyl Replacement Windows Custom Aluminum Trim work Windows & Doors Top quality Vinyl Siding! •Vinyl Siding •Carpentry Work •Decks •Fully Licensed •Fully Insured Everett Aluminum Supplies pp Celebrating 67 Years in Business Since 1958! ws Steve Agganis with his 23-year-old son Gerry, who has Down syndrome and has traditionally thrown out the honorary fi rst pitch at special needs groups baseball games at World Series Park. (Saugus Advocate photo by Neil Zolot)

THE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FriDAy, OCTObEr 16, 2026 Page 5 OLYMPICS DAY | FROM PAGE 4 to make things better for other people, so we honor them today,” said Route 1 Business Group head Rick DeSanctis, the Master of Ceremonies, who read remarks prepared by Davis. “I can’t tell you how much this means to my family,” said Steve Agganis, son of Constantino Agganis. Steve accompanied his 23-year-old son Gerry, who has Down syndrome and has traditionally thrown out the honorary fi rst pitch at special needs groups’ baseball games at World Series Park. He will be joining Challenger next year. Sponsors of Olympics Day at World Series Park included Eastern Bank, Gentle Dental, the Webster First Federal Credit Union, WIN Waste Innovations and State Rep. Donald Wong (R-Saugus). Wong, State Senator Brendan P. Crighton (D-Lynn), Board of Selectmen Chair Debra Panetta and other members of the Selectmen were present. “It’s important to celebrate these players,” Panetta told the crowd. “The most important thing ELECTION | FROM PAGE 2 ic primary. Mary Robblee, who also said she plans to vote for Meaney next month, called him “another regular guy.” She said she wants the district’s representative to listen to residents’ everyday concerns, including about taxes. Meaney said public service gives him a chance to help people directly. While not evLenny Moscone showed off his 1932 Ford pickup truck, one of 41 vehicles that were part of Guy Moley’s car show last Saturday at Saugus Olympics Day at World Series Park. (Saugus Advocate photo by Neil Zolot) about this is the community coming together to welcome these athletes,” Crighton said. Wong noted how much Davis has done for the community. Terri DiChiara O’Soro, a member of Barry Goudreau’s Engine Room, sang the National Anthem. “It was an honor,” she said. In order to enhance the event, Davis contacted local car buff Guy Moley to organize a car show on a lot adjacent to the baseball fi eld. There were 41 cars that drove around town in a parade before parking at World Series Park, according to Davis. Among Saugus car owners were 79-year-old Lenny Moscone, who brought a 1932 Ford pickup truck he’s had for six years, and 17-year old Christian D’Errico, who brought a 2001 Dodge Ram, which his mother Renee bought for him in 2023. “I’ve always been a car guy,” Moscone said. 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 ery resident was home when Meaney knocked, he said the work he’s asking to do is for the whole district. “We need to make a change,” Meaney said, referring to his opponent’s long tenure. “Make a change, good things happen,” he said. This story is part of a partnership between The Saugus Advocate and the Boston University Department of Journalism’s Newsroom program. PHONE: (617) 387-7466 FAX: (617) 381-9186 Visit us online at: WWW.SABATINO-INS.COM

Page 6 THE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FriDAy, OCTObEr 16, 2026 Students helping Senior Citizens M Field hockey player Jordan “We were lucky to win,” embers of the Saugus High School boys soccer and the girls fi eld hockey teams cleaned up and restored yards for some of the town’s senior citizens last Saturday (Oct. 10). “I’m enjoying this,” field hockey player Addie Picardi said of her day, which included using a powered leaf blower. “I like helping people,” she said. Soccer player Miles Davis talked about the pleasure he derived from taking care of the leaves and planting. “I liked the idea of doing stuff with my hands,” he said. Deminski, who also manned a leaf blower, said she was “super excited to help out.” “It’s a great thing to do,” she said. The yard work also helped the students earn credits for a community service requirement necessary to graduate. Former Fire Chief James Blanchard and his wife Christine were one of two couples chosen to receive help in a raffl e at the Senior Center sponsored by WIN Waste Innovations (WIN). Marcia and Ted Pollack also had work done on their Central Street property by a crew of student volunteers after they were selected in the raffl e. Christine Blanchard said while setting up a table for coff ee, cider and donuts for about two dozen students that showed up at her home on Holland Street. They were both born and bred in Saugus, Christine noted. “We’ve been here forever,” she said. James represents the third generation of his family to live in town. He retired 15 years ago from the Fire Department, which is within walking distance of his home. He recalled occasionally walking to work during bad storms. STUDENTS HELPING | SEE PAGE 18 FALL FUN FEST FALL FUN FEST SPONSORED BY WIN WASTE INNOVATIONS SPONSORED BYWINWASTE INNOVATIONS Christine and James Blanchard posed in front of their Holland Street home last Saturday. They were one of two lucky elderly Saugus couples who won a raffl e at the Saugus Senior Center to have their yards spruced up by a work crew of student volunteers from Saugus High School. (Saugus Advocate photo by Neil Zolot) Friday, October 23 | 4 p.m. – 6 p.m. Blessed Sacrament Church, 14 Summer St, Saugus Friday, October 23 4 p.m. – 6 p.m. Blessed Sacrament Church, 14 Summer St, Saugus PUMPKIN DECORATING PIZZ & MORE A donation of any amount to the Boys & Girls Club — every contribution makes a difference. WIN Waste will match all community Entry Fee: A donation of any amount to the Boys & Girls Club — every contribution makes a difference. WIN Waste will match all community donations made during the event. t while having fun with your friends, Support an incredible nonpro t while having fun with your friends, family, and neighbors! A group of Saugus High School students helped clean up and landscape the properties of two elderly Saugus couples By Neil Zolot Donny Santostefano and Jack Dori were among the work crew from Saugus High School. (Saugus Advocate photo by Neil Zolot)

THE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FriDAy, OCTObEr 16, 2026 Page 7 Selectmen approve extended hours, new ice cream shop license at latest meeting By Siena Gleason V ideo game enthusiasts, Black Friday shoppers and lovers of ice cream and coffee in Saugus might have a little something to celebrate as a result of actions taken at the Saugus Board of Selectmen meeting last week. Best Buy requested extended hours to accommodate the crowds they anticipate with the release of “The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time” video game next month. The board approved that request at its Oct. 7 meeting, allowing the store to be open from 12:01 a.m. to 2 a.m. on Nov 5, the day of the release. Kohl’s in the Saugus Plaza Shopping Center also asked for extended hours. In a letter to the board, Lindsey Kimmel, the store’s senior real estate operations analyst, requested that the store be open from 2 a.m. to 6 p.m. in anticipation of Black Friday shoppers on Nov. 27, a request that the Board also approved. James Deleidi of Saugus petitioned the Board for a food service license to operate Swirl House, a new ice cream and coffee shop that will take over the space previously occupied by the ice cream and coffee shop Moo’n and Brew’n. The owner of that establishment shared that the decision to close was in an effort to focus more on community-centered events and efforts. “Our goal is to create a clean, welcoming place for families, students, town employees, and other members of the community so they can come in and relax and enjoy,” Deleidi, who plans to open his establishment the first week of November, said. While the Board granted all three requests, some expressed concerns about the added hours. “I can attest to when I was a kid standing in line for video games,” Selectman Frank Federico said of Best Buy’s plan. “Sometimes the crowds would get a little rowdy.” He proposed a police detail to keep the crowds contained. Selectman Michael Serino questioned the fairness of the proposal, given that Best Buy would have to pay for the detail. “I would hate to pick one business out that requires a detail and the other one doesn’t,” Serino said, who also noted that Kohl’s has had extended hours for Black Friday many times without incident. Selectman Jeff Cicolini offered an amendment requiring Best Buy to meet with the police department to discuss security measures, ultimately leaving it up to the department to determine if a detail would be necessary. This story is part of a partnership between The Saugus Advocate and the Boston University Department of Journalism’s Newsroom program. Saugus residents voice support work week to 32 hours over four S augus residents seem enthusiastic about the idea of a national 32-hour workweek reintroduced by two lawmakers, but expressed concern about how it would be implemented. Residents interviewed for this story cited more opportunities for income, a better work-life balance, and less stress as reasons for supporting the proposed bill. “Time is more valuable than money,” said 36-year-old Allen Johnson, who works at Valvoline in Saugus and has two children. Sen. Bernie Sanders of Vermont, an Independent, and Rep. Mark Takano, a Democrat of California, recently reintroduced the “Thirty Two Hour Workweek Act,” something they had proposed going back as far as 2021. According to their proposal, which suggests gradually changing the typical 40-hour years, people would work reduced hours while still earning the same pay and benefits of a 40-hour work week. The proposal would also lower when employees could become eligible for overtime pay and double their wages after 12-hour shifts. Dillon Quinlan Huertas, shopping at the local Trader Joe’s, said he does not regularly work a 40-hour week because his schedule varies. Still, he understands why workers, especially those with families, might prefer a shorter schedule. “It’s quality over quantity at this point,” said Huertas, a 28-yearold cheer coach from Malden. However, Huertas questioned how the proposal would affect the economy and workplace productivity. He also worried that hourly employees could lose income by working fewer hours, despite a provision in the proposal preventing employers from reducing workers’ VOICE SUPPORT | SEE PAGE 20 for proposed 32-hour workweek By Aidan DeLange, Siena Gleason and Alex Burns

Page 8 THE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FriDAy, OCTObEr 16, 2026 SHS Sachems Girls’ Varsity Cheerleaders Celebrate Seniors T By Tara Vocino he Saugus High School Sachems Girls’’ Varsity Cheerleading Team held their Senior Night against the Medford High School Mustangs last Thursday night at home. Captain Savanna Dalton was accompanied by her mother, Sharon, her grandfather Ron Delgenio, and Head Coach Hannah Phelan. (Advocate photos by Tara Vocino) Lohaine Rodrigo Martins was accompanied by her mother, Rose, her sister Evelyn and family. Captain Audrina Giglio was accompanied by her sister, Madison, her mother, Cezanne, and her father, Dennis.

THE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FriDAy, OCTObEr 16, 2026 Page 9 SHS Sachems Sports Roundup: Sachems football battles through injuries; field hockey earns hard-fought tie with Marblehead By Dom Nicastro T he Saugus High School fall sports season continues to test the resilience of its athletes, with the football team navigating a depleted roster, the field hockey team battling to a scoreless tie against Marblehead and both soccer programs finding positives amid difficult stretches. As the regular season moves deeper into October, coaches are emphasizing improvement, commitment and the contributions of players stepping into larger roles. Football: Injuries force changes as Sachems prepare for Salem The Saugus football team has been hit hard by injuries, leaving first-year coach Greg Bluestein juggling positions and relying on younger players as the Sachems search for their first victory. Saugus fell to 0-6 following a 47-6 loss at Winthrop on Oct. 8. Paxton Ferraro scored the Sachems’ touchdown on a 3-yard run. The team’s biggest challenge has become keeping enough healthy players on the field. Bluestein said the available roster is approximately 20 players, forcing extensive two-way duty. Several players have taken on unfamiliar responsibilities. Freshman Leo Exantus has moved from receiver to offensive tackle, while Gabriel De Souza has stepped in at quarterback in place of Eli Fialho. Bluestein said three freshmen are seeing significant action on both sides of the ball, and other players have shifted into offensive line positions to help keep the team competitive. Despite the losses, Bluestein has been encouraged by the attitude of the players who continue to show up and compete. “Some of those kids left that (Winthrop) game saying they had a lot of fun. It was the most fun they had in a while, despite the score,” Bluestein said. The coach said the smaller group has developed a positive atmosphere despite the adversity. “The people that are left on the team are the people that want to be here and want to fight and want to play football. And when you get those kinds of people together, even if it’s just a small group, football is a really fun sport,” Bluestein said. Saugus hosts Salem on Friday, Oct. 16, at 6 p.m. at Serino Stadium. Bluestein described Salem (1-4, coming off 35-17 loss to Gloucester) as a fast, aggressive and well-coached opponent. He said the Sachems have finally had a full week to prepare with their reworked offense after having just two shortened weeks to implement changes. The emphasis will be on cleaner execution and continued improvement. Girls soccer: Sachems look toward Winthrop rematch The Saugus girls soccer team fell to 1-10-2 following a 5-0 loss to Swampscott on Oct. 13, but coach April Martinez continues to see signs of progress. Martinez said the Sachems are working on improving their passing, movement, transitions into the offensive third and ability to create scoring opportunities. “While we struggled to execute consistently, I continue to see improvement and better decision-making,” Martinez said. Maria Garcia and Alannah Duong were among the bright spots against Swampscott, providing stability in midfield and competing with intensity throughout the match. Martinez also praised the team’s captains and upperclassmen for maintaining a positive attitude through a challenging season. Saugus has recorded a 2-1 victory over Boston Latin AcadCapri Giardullo, Sofia McCarrier, Sydney Ferreira and goalie Jordyn Ripley-Deminski celebrate after the Sachems take the win over Malden, 8-0.(Advocate photo by Emily Harney) emy and ties against Winthrop and Gloucester. The Sachems host Winthrop on Saturday, Oct. 17, at 10 a.m., looking to build on their 3-3 tie against the Vikings earlier this season. Beverly visits Monday, Oct. 19, at 4:30 p.m. “Our goal this week is to work hard, stay positive, and come out Saturday ready to compete for a win,” Martinez said. Boys soccer: Senior-night effort produces scoreless tie The Saugus boys soccer team earned its second point of the season with a 0-0 tie against Essex Tech on Oct. 7, highlighting a strong defensive performance on senior night. Coach Josh Crespo described the contest as evenly matched, with both teams creating opportunities during an exciting final 10 minutes. Senior Antonio Flores delivered one of his strongest performances, while fellow senior Eduar Funez provided a steady presence along the back line. Junior goalkeeper Miles Davis made several important saves to preserve the shutout. The tie followed a 2-2 draw against Salem on Sept. 30, giving the Sachems points in two of their last five contests through Oct. 13. Saugus subsequently dropped a 2-0 decision to Swampscott on Oct. 13, bringing its record to 0-11-2. The Sachems travel to Beverly on Monday, Oct. 19, at 6 p.m., followed by a road matchup against Winthrop on Wednesday, Oct. 21, at 4:30 p.m. Field hockey: Sachems battle Marblehead to scoreless draw The Saugus field hockey team continued its competitive season with a 0-0 tie against Marblehead on Oct. 12, improving to 5-5-2. The result represented progress against a Marblehead team that defeated Saugus, 2-0, in their first meeting Sept. 24. Senior goalkeeper Jordyn Ripley Deminski made nine saves to preserve the shutout, while junior Adila Dzindo delivered a strong defensive performance. Junior Angelina Dow and freshman Hannah Strout also earned praise from coach Julie Champigny for their all-around contributions. The Sachems generated several scoring opportunities but could not break through against the Magicians. “Battled to a tie, a lot of chances but a good team fight,” Champigny said. The tie followed a 5-1 loss to Swampscott on Oct. 8, when Dow scored the Sachems’ lone goal. Saugus has enjoyed several impressive offensive performances this fall, including an 8-0 victory over Malden, two 6-0 wins against Everett and victories of 7-0 and 4-0 against Peabody. The Sachems were scheduled to host Wakefield on Wednesday, Oct. 14, before traveling to Beverly on Friday, Oct. 16, at 4:30 p.m. Danvers visits Serino Stadium on Tuesday, Oct. 20, at 7 p.m.

Page 10 THE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FriDAy, OCTObEr 16, 2026 SHS Boys’ Varsity Football celebrates seniors Pharaoh Brandenburg was accompanied by his mother, Jill, his stepfather, Jarrod and his brother, Freedom. Dawin Camilo Grullo was accompanied by his mother, Kiandra, his father, Dawin, his sisters, Kieiry and Kaylene, and his uncle, Miguel. Jacob Boyce was accompanied by his mother, Amanda, his father, Donnie and his brother, C.J. Pablo DeJesus was accompanied by his mother, Monique, his father Ángel, and his sisters, Isabella and Arianna. Captain Paxton Ferraro was accompanied by his mother, Melissa, his father, David, his brother, Jacob, and his grandmother, Roberta. Fernando Avila Bonilla was accompanied by his mother, Nuria, and his sisters, Keily and Andrea. Ryan Moreira was accompanied by his mother, Maria, and his girlfriend, Aundrea. Gabriel Vasques DiMiranda was accompanied by his father, Eddie, and his brother, Philippe.

THE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FriDAy, OCTObEr 16, 2026 Page 11 SHS Boys’ Varsity Football celebrates seniors Jacob Hunt was accompanied by his mother, Dawn, his father, Christopher, his siblings, Sydney, Madison, Christopher, and Max, along with their families, and Hunt’s nieces and nephews. By Tara Vocino T Aaron Villaneuva was accompanied by his mother Carmen, his father Marvin, his grandmother Esther, his brother Jacob and his sister Valentina. he Saugus High School Sachems Boys’ Varsity Football Team held their Senior Night last Thursday night at home against the Medford High School Mustangs. Gabriel DeSouza was accompanied by his mother, Orivalda. Anthony Gerardi was accompanied by his mother, Marcella, his grandfather, Frank, his aunt, Laura, his uncle Jason, and goddaughter, Gabriella. Laith Haddad was accompanied by his mother, Abeer, his uncle Munther, and his brothers, Saif and Zaid.

Page 12 THE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FriDAy, OCTObEr 16, 2026 SHS Varsity Band Members Excited About the Future Sara Huntsman was accompanied by her father, James, and her mother, Karyn. She plans to attend Stonehill College to major in clinical psychology to work inside a hospital. (Advocate photos by Tara Vocino) Katelyn Huynh was accompanied by her mother, Leanne Tran, and her aunt, Hien Tran. She plans to study architecture at Northeastern University. Josephine Pepper was accompanied by her father, Joshua and her mother, Melody. The trumpet player plays attend MIT to become an aerospace engineer and to play music. My Vo was accompanied by her mother, Linh Truong. She plans to attend Simmons to become a neurosurgeon. Pedro Rivera was accompanied by his friends, Julio Cesar and Gabriel. Logan Sacco was accompanied by his mother, Jonelle, his father, Jeffrey, and his sixth-grade sister, Josie, a future Sachem. Sacco plans to study mechanical engineering and robotics. Justin Pardi was accompanied by his mother, Marisa, his father, Thomas, and his sister, Riley. Pardi plans to study auto cad to do architectural engineering drawings. Lucile Youance was accompanied by her mother, Benicile, her aunt, Lineda, her aunt Wilnie, her grandmother Yilna, and her sister Marla. She plans to study biology. T he Saugus High School Sachems Co-Ed Band Members held their Senior Night, sharing their collegiate choices, against the Medford High School Mustangs last Thursday night at home. Kyle Donahue was accompanied by his mother, Danielle Witkowski, aunt Jennifer Witkowski, father Eric Donahue, and brother, Jacob Donahue. He plans to study music/math.

THE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FriDAy, OCTObEr 16, 2026 Page 13 The Sounds of Saugus By Mark E. Vogler Good morning, Saugus Hope you had a safe, healthy and happy holiday weekend. I took a mini vacation up in Amherst, Mass., at a charming Airbnb looking out at a farm. It was UMass Homecoming weekend. But I chose to spend it with a handful of fellow alumni from the UMass Class of 1974. I called it a well-needed “chilling out weekend” to recharge my batteries, and I asked my friends not to bother me, as I devoted my time to not worrying about deadlines and other demands of putting out a weekly newspaper. In case you haven’t noticed, there have been a few new bylines cropping up in The Saugus Advocate recently: Aidan DeLange, Siena Gleason and Alex Burns. They are three students from the Boston University Department of Journalism’s Newsroom program who have been assigned to research, report and write stories for The Advocate under a special partnership between the newspaper and the school. This marks the third consecutive semester that I have worked with students from the BU newsroom. This semester is special, because I get to work with three talented, energetic and ambitious students who are eager to get experience. I will have them through the first week of December when their 14-week course ends. It doesn’t make my work week shorter, because I try to develop story ideas for each of the three students and provide them with local contacts in Saugus government. Their assignments are approved and their stories are edited by an elite team of BU journalism professors that includes Shraddha Chakradhar, Deputy Editor, BU Newsroom, and Meghan Irons, who I worked with earlier this year. Meghan is an award-winning Boston journalist and former investigative reporter for The Boston Globe who did some great work as a member of The Globe’s “Spotlight Team.” To say she’s an accomplished newspaper journalist would be an understatement. These days, she teaches a class called “Reporting in Depth” WEDDING ANNIVERSARY STROLL: Arlene and Eugene Decareau were strolling to the Hammersmith Family Restaurant to sip coffee together and celebrate their 74th Wedding Anniversary on Monday (Oct. 12). Only one-tenth of a percent of married couples ever reach 70 years, according to the U.S. Census Bureau. Happy Anniversary! (Photo courtesy of Joanie Allbee) and mentors students. Shraddha has an extensive background as a science journalist and Editor in the Boston area. During the course of my half-century-plus newspaper journalism career, I have worked with a number of journalism students looking for some firsthand experience and news clips. Given the excellent support and guidance that these students are receiving from BU, I am confident that they will do an excellent job. And I will do whatever I can to share my journalism experience and knowledge of Saugus to help prepare them for their respective professional careers. And yes, these kids are a confident and capable group. They are not too young for the challenge and they deserve the opportunity. I remember that back when I was a 19-year-old junior at UMass-Amherst, I had the opportunity to work as a parttime reporter for The Springfield Union (Mass.) newspaper on weekends, working out of the Northampton bureau. I was able to break a number of frontpage stories and feature articles while finishing my college education. Getting the experience and gathering news clips made my job easier when I graduated from UMass-Amherst. And I expect these three journalism students will benefit as well during their 14 weeks helping to cover Saugus. Saugus United Parish Food Pantry The Saugus United Parish Food Pantry will be open today (Friday, Oct. 16) 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. Basketball continues to be popular Chris Howe from the Saugus Youth Basketball Program reLOOKING BACK: The Decareaus’ Oct. 12, 1952, wedding was held at 7 p.m. on a Friday in Cliftondale United Methodist Church so they could enjoy a long weekend together. Arlene, one of two children, is a 1951 Saugus High School graduate. She played the clarinet as a member of the school’s marching band. Eugene, one of nine children, is a member of the Saugus High Class of 1948. He starred for three years on the school’s football team. They lived in the same neighborhood but didn’t meet until Eugene was in the service. (Courtesy photo to The Saugus Advocate) ports that the interest in town for basketball among young kids continues to thrive. “We are releasing our signups next week and the league looks like it will be our biggest one yet,” Howe told The Saugus Advocate this week. “Last year we had over 400 kids in the program between Girls, Boys, and Kindergarten leagues. Right now, we are just under the 100 mark, 98 kids across the program. This was just in 3 days since opening registration!” There’s still plenty of time to register. The deadline is Nov. 14. This week’s “Shout Outs” We received two this week from our readers: The first came from loyal Advocate reader Nancy Sayles: “Fritz White and his energetic team at St. John’s Church, certainly deserve a huge ‘shoutout’ for all their work producing a delicious Roast Beef dinner, last Saturday evening. They worked for days to prepare a restaurant style meal that included homemade roast beef, roasted potatoes, green beans amandine, a huge salad, a roll, and for dessert, homemade apple crisp. This year they added homemade eggplant as an alternative, which was equally delicious. A dining area was set up for two seatings, but we ordered our meals (ahead), to go. Everything we needed was neatly packed and came to us, steaming hot. This team worked very hard and produced a wonderful meal that anyone could enjoy. This is a meal that should not be missed NEXT year! Great job everyone! Thank you.” We received this one from Precinct 6 Town Meeting Member Jeanie Bartolo, who contributed the idea for a “Shout Outs” section in this column several years ago and continues to be a prolific contributor: “This ‘Shout Out’ is for the Saugus Senior Center and the Saugus High School Seniors collaborating together for Seniors Helping Seniors Day last Saturday. The young Seniors went to two elSOUNDS | SEE PAGE 14

Page 14 THE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FriDAy, OCTObEr 16, 2026 SOUNDS | FROM PAGE 13 derly seniors homes and tidied up their yards. What a wonderful thing for them to do. Many older homeowners who kept their yards pristine are now unable to get out and putter around, it makes them sad when they look out their windows knowing they kept their yards beautiful and no longer can. So thank you to all the Seniors from Saugus High who volunteered, I hope you know the happiness you gave to these homeowners, you are our future’s best!” 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 begins tomorrow The Nov. 3 State Election is about two weeks away. But there will be plenty of opportunity for registered voters to vote earlier if they want. 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. BIRTHDAY HONORS: Rachel Mulvey turned 12 on Oct. 2 and then celebrated it in grand style the next day with the privilege of wearing the “Honorary Black Belt” for the day and class training with Black Belts in her Taekwondo class at Tiger Institute (375 Central St. in Saugus). Rachel, a 7th Gup yellow with green stripe belt, was also treated to a special birthday party at the Tiger Institute with pizza, fun and games, joined by her parents, Jessica and Dan Mulvey, and her sibling Erica, who studies Taekwondo with her and is also a 7th Gup. Her mom’s home-baked “Invader Zim”-themed cake made it special. Pictured from left to right are Rachel with the “Honorary Black Belt”; Sabumnim/Shihan Amy Amirault, owner and Sixth Degree black belt; Josh Fisher, Second Dan Black Belt; and Mary Miele, Third Degree Black Belt. (Courtesy photo of Joanie Allbee) • 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 clinic There is one more COVID-19 and flu vaccine clinic, which is free to Saugus residents and town employees: Friday, Oct. 30, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Saugus Senior Center (466 Central St.). At the clinic, 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 clinic. No preregistration is required. The town asks clinic attendees to bring proof of insurance if they have it, but no one will be turned away. No Endorsement Letters As has been the custom during local and state elections in recent years, The Saugus Advocate is not running any candidate endorsements. In the past, some candidates got supporters to bombard us with the letters, which are essentially free political ads. We get inundated with these letters during local and state elections. If we were to run every one, there would be no room for news. However, we will post these letters on The Advocate Newspapers Facebook page. Here are a few upcoming events for your calendar • The Friends of Breakheart Reservation, along with the state Department of Conservation & Recreation, will host The Fourth Annual Halloween Pet Parade on Sunday, Oct. 18, at 11:30 a.m. Reservation begins at 11 a.m. A $10 donation is required to enter your pet. Proceeds will be used by the Friends of Breakheart for park activities and future events. Prizes will be awarded for Best Costume, Best Family/Group Costume and Best Silly Pet Trick. There will be local vendors, raffles and giveaways and more. For more details, please contact Fabi Vrechi at favrechi@ gmail.com. • 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 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! Patriotic Scholarships for High School students The VFW is dedicated to promoting patriotism and investing in our future generation. If you are a democracy-loving high school student interested in a $35,000 college scholarship or a patriotic middle school student interested in winning $5,000, these scholarships may be for you. High school students may apply for the Voice of Democracy Scholarship, and middle school students may apply for the Patriot’s Pen Scholarship. The 2026-27 theme is “What a Veteran Taught Me About America.” Voice of Democracy: Since 1947, the Voice of Democracy has been the premier scholarship program of the Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW). Each year, nearly 26,000 high school students compete for more than $2 million in scholarships and incentives. Prizes and scholarships can be awarded at the Post, District, State and National levels. Any student in grades 9-12 can enter, whether they attend a U.S. public, private, parochial or home study program. Students compete by writing and recording an audio essay on an annual patriotic theme. Students submit their essays through a local VFW Post. Patriot’s Pen: Each year, more than 800,600 students in sixth through eighth grades enter the VFW’s Patriot’s Pen annual youth essay contest for a chance to win their share of more than $1 million in local and national awards. Each first-place VFW Department (state) winner receives a minimum of $500 at the national level, and the national first-place winner wins $5,000! The essay contest encourages young minds to examine America’s history, along with their own experiences in modern American society, by drafting a 300- to 400-word essay expressing their views based on a patriotic theme chosen by the VFW Commander-in-Chief. Additional information and applications may be obtained on the VFW National website at vfw.org or through the S/Sgt Arthur F. DeFranzo VFW Post 2346 at post2346@vfwma.org. Essays must be turned in by midnight, Oct. 31. Street Sweeping continues The Town’s annual fall street sweeping program begins its third week on Monday, Oct. 19, weather permitting. Here is the remaining schedule: Week of Oct. 19: Precincts 1, 4 and 9 (and work not accomplished in precincts from previous weeks). SOUNDS | SEE PAGE 16

THE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FriDAy, OCTObEr 16, 2026 Page 15 Saugus Gardens in the Fall Here’s what’s blooming in town this week to make your walks more enjoyable By Laura Eisener T his should be a great week for foliage in Saugus, as more maples and some other species are turning. The native vine Virginia creeper (Parthenocissus quinquefolia) is bright red in many places now, and another not very popular native vine, poison ivy (Toxicodendron radicans), is also very striking in red, orange and yellow tones as it scrambles over the ground and climbs up tree trunks. Both of these provide food for birds and other wildlife, though they can be nuisances to the gardener. The painful allergic reaction to poison ivy in particular is a serious problem for many people. Most flowers blooming in October and November are asters and their family members, but there are also a few unrelated plants that provide dramatic contrast in shape and color, such as the monkshood (Aconitum napellus) blooming in the garden behind St. John’s Church. This deep blue flower is related to Delphinium (Delphinium spp.). They are not eaten by wildlife who seem to know that they are toxic. Some people also may experience a toxic skin reaction to handling the plants, which has made them somewhat more difficult to find in garden centers. Randy Sue Abber recently recognized the invasive insect spotted lanternfly on some plants here in Saugus. Spotted lanternfly (Lycorma delicatula) has been a significant plant pest for several years now in Massachusetts. It has been found in 145 cities and towns, including Saugus. At this time of year there are adults in the area, and they are laying eggs for the winter. Anyone in Massachusetts who finds spotted lanternfly on their property should contact the Mass. Cooperative Extension — this can be done easily online through the Massachusetts Introduced Pests Outreach Project. The invasive tree of heaven (Ailanthus altissima), which has spread in Saugus and The monkshood in the garden behind St. John’s Church on Prospect Street is a late blooming relative of delphinium. (Photo courtesy of Laura Eisener) surrounding towns over recent decades, especially near Route 1 but also other roadside areas, is the favorite host of the lanternfly, but it also attacks apples, grapes and quite a few other crops and ornamental plants. There are several pesticides that have been used to kill lanternflies, but the specific treatment recommended varies depending on the life stage of the insect. The adults are very noticeable, but it is more effective to scrape off egg masses from tree trunks if you see those. Flyers showing these insects and a brief history can be seen displayed in many nurseries and garden centers, and there are many photos and descriptions online from many sites. They do have a very colorful red, white and black color pattern, which makes them noDee LeMay’s canna lily blooms in her garden beside ornamental kale and chrysanthemums in front of a rosebush. (Photo courtesy of Dee LeMay) ticeable in their adult stage. Last year I heard that lanternfly costumes had become very popular for Halloween! We have had some frost warnings on the weather reports, but so far I have not seen any annuals that were damaged by frost in our town. While the first frost essentially ends the growing season, our hardy perennials will return in spring. Typically, the first frost comes here in early November, although sometimes it is significantly earlier or later. Dee LeMay is still enjoying the tall blossoms and colorfully patterned leaves of her canna lily (Canna x generalis). This tropical plant, a hybrid in the canna family (Cannaceae), is not truly a lily, but like many other plants that may not have close relationships with the lily family (Liliaceae), lily is This spotted lanternfly was discovered by Randy Sue Abber in her car this week! She reported it to the Massachusetts Introduced Pests Outreach Project online, destroyed the insect, and is keeping an eye out for any others in her area. (Photo courtesy of Laura Eisener) part of its most familiar common name. Dee’s canna lily has been blooming through the summer but seems especially floriferous now near the end of the season: a last hurrah before the frost. Luckily cannas are among the “tender bulbs” and rhizomes that can be stored indoors in a dormant state, to be replanted after the last frost in the spring.

Page 16 Sa Sa a Say y Senior enior Sen by Jim Miller Helping an Aging Parent Manage Their Money Dear Savvy Senior, Since my dad passed away last year, my 82-year-old mother has struggled to keep up with her bills. She’s proud and insists on doing things herself, but I worry she’s falling behind. How can I help her manage her fi nances without upsetting her? --Concerned Daughter Dear Concerned, You’re not alone – lots of adult children step in to help aging parents with their fi nances. Whether it’s paying bills, handling bank accounts, filing insurance claims, or sorting through taxes, taking on these responsibilities can feel tricky. The key is to approach it with respect, organization, and the right safeguards. Here’s how to help your mom without stepping on her independence. Have a conversation Talking about money can be sensitive, especially with a parent who values doing things on her own. Start with a gentle, respectful conversation. Share your concerns and off er to help with her bills or other chores. If you have siblings, loop them in too. Knowing the whole family is on the same page can reassure your mom that everyone cares, not that you’re taking over. Get organized If your mom is open to your help, the fi rst step is getting organized. Make a clear list of her fi nancial info, including monthly bills like utilities, phone, cable, and credit cards; bank and investment accounts; company benefi ts like retirement plans or pensions; insurance policies, including life, home, auto, long-term care, and Medicare; and copies of recent income tax returns. Having everything in one place will make managing her fi nances much smoother for both of you. Locate legal documents Now’s also a good time to see if your mom has essential legal papers: a will or trust, an advance directive with a living will and health-care proxy, and a durable power of attorney for fi nances. If she doesn’t, now’s the time to get them in place. If she does, make sure they’re up to date and that you know where to fi nd them. Simplify fi nancial tasks To make life easier for both you and your mom, set up automatic payments for her bills and have her income go straight into her bank account. If her accounts and investments are scattered, consider consolidating them – it makes everything much simpler. You can also get her banking and investment accounts online so you can pay bills and monitor everything anytime, without digging through papers or making extra trips. Set up protections Protect your mom from scams or risky spending. A True Link Visa Prepaid Card (truelinkfinancial.com/prepaid-card) gives her access to her money but lets you set spending limits. Online monitoring services like Carefull (getcarefull. com) or EverSafe (eversafe.com) can watch her accounts, fl ag anything suspicious, and send alerts if something seems off . These tools give peace of mind while letting her maintain independence. Seek outside help If you live far away or just need a hand, professional services can step in. SilverBills (silverbills.com) handles bill payments, while a certifi ed daily money manager (aadmm.com) can come by once or twice a month to pay bills, make deposits, sort through health insurance statements, and keep everything organized. Think of them as extra hands to make life easier for both of you. Helping a parent manage fi - nances takes patience, respect, and tact. With clear communication, organization, and the right safeguards, you can support your mom while keeping her independence and peace of mind intact. Send your questions or comments to questions@ savvysenior. org, or to Savvy Senior, P.O. Box 5443, Norman, OK 73070. nr ior THE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FriDAy, OCTObEr 16, 2026 SOUNDS | FROM PAGE 14 The work is scheduled from 7 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Residents are kindly asked to keep vehicles off the street when sweepers are in the area. Residents may assist the Department of Public Works by sweeping their driveways or sidewalks into the gutter area prior to the program’s start. Residents are asked not to sweep driveways and/or sidewalks once the sweepers have swept. Keep in mind that street sweepers are unable to collect stones, branches, leaves or other foreign objects. In addition, residents are asked to be mindful that sweepers cannot pick up large piles of sand. Please contact the Department of Public Works at 781-231-4145 with any questions. Elks plan Alcohol/Drug Recovery Presentation Nov. 9 The Saugus-Everett Elks Drug Awareness Committee is sponsoring an Alcohol and Drug Recovery presentation from 10 to 11 a.m. on Monday, Nov. 9, at the Saugus Senior Center (466 Central St. in Saugus). This hourlong presentation is free and it will be presented by Sober Shuttle Inc. — explaining the benefi ts off ered to recovering individuals. If you or someone you know would like to know more about these services, you should not miss this informative event. Services provided are cost-free transportation into treatment, recovery coach services, placement assistance, food assistance, clothing assistance, community engagement and much more. Light refreshments will be served. Call the Saugus Senior Center at 781-231-4178 to attend; walk-ins are also welcome. 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 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 fl ags may be sponsored through the Parson Roby Chapter DAR at a cost of $5 each. The fl ags 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 fl ag. 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 fl ags is Oct. 30. You may send a check ($5 per fl ag) 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 fl ag to either keep or put on a grave. “2021 was our fi rst 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 fl ags 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 promoting patriotism. For more information on how to sponsor a fl ag or in joining the Parson Roby Chapter DAR, please email parsonroby. saugusdar@gmail.com.” Household Hazardous Waste Day Oct. 31 The town will host a Household Hazardous Waste Day on Saturday, Oct. 31, from 9 a.m. to noon at the Belmonte STEAM Academy (25 Dow St.). There is no cost to Saugus residents to discard allowed items at the Household Hazardous Waste Day. No appointment or preregistration is required. The following items can be disposed of at this event: Household materials: acids (corrosives), aerosol cans, art supplies, batteries, chemistry set and photography chemicals, fi - berglass resins, furniture, fl oor, metal polishers and strippers, mercury containing devices, moth balls/crystals, oil paint, paint thinners, varnish, stain/ shellac (no latex), rug and upholstery cleaners, solvent adhesives, turpentine and paint solvents, wood preservatives, hair dye, nail polish remover, toilet cleaners, brighteners, chlorine bleach, spot removers, spray starch, whiteners, drain and oven cleaners, lawn and garden materials, cesspool cleaners (corrosives), fl ammable liquids/ gasoline, fl ea and tick powders, fi re starters, herbicides and pesticides, no-pest strips, poisons, pool chemicals, propane tanks (empty or up to 20 lbs.); automotive products: antifreeze, batteries, brake fl uid, carburetor cleaner, oil (used), radiator fl ush, solvents and degreasers, tire cleaners, transmission fl uid. Latex paint can be dried out and disposed of with your curbside trash. Please contact Scott Brazis at 781-231-4036 with any questions. Saugus Lions Food Drive Nov. 7 The Saugus Lions will hold a “Drive up and drop off” food drive on Saturday, Nov. 7, from 9 a.m. to noon at the Saugus Senior Center (466 Central St.). We will donate all proceeds to the Saugus United Parish Food Pantry, which will be getting Thanksgiving dinners together for families in need. Some items they are requesting: Cranberry sauce, boxed mashed potatoes, boxed stuffi ng, canned corn or green beans, cream of mushroom soup. If you aren’t available to drop off , we are accepting donations through the Lions venmo account, where even a $15 donation may get 15 cans of vegetables or several boxes of stuffi ng or toward much-needed grocery gift cards. You make the donation and we will do the shopping! Venmo to: Saugus-Lions MA. Please put “Food drive” in the memo. Veterans Day Ceremonies Nov. 11 The Saugus Veterans Council will hold the Veterans Day Ceremony on Wednesday, Nov. 11, which will begin promptly at 11 a.m. Please come and show our Veterans that we appreciate their service and this is the day to say thank you. It will be held at Saugus Veterans Park at the corner of Central and Winter Streets.

THE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FriDAy, OCTObEr 16, 2026 Page 17 Hundreds come to support Drella’s family A By Tara Vocino pproximately 450 people attended the Badges for Cure fundraiser Approximately 450 people attended. (Advocate photos by Tara Vocino) Firefighter Anthony Arone addressed the crowd. for Dana-Farber and Lt. Damian Drella, 59, who passed away from occupational cancer earlier this year, at Kowloon last Friday night. Co-Organizer Firefighter Anthony Arone said they have raised approximately $60,000 for Dana-Farber throughout the years. The police and fire unions host the event. “Damian would have been the first person to sign up,” Arone said. “His funeral had 300 people at it.” Co-Organizer Firefighter Steven Mirando said they are blessed to have this many people support the cause. Co-Organizer Officer Robert Stanley said they are glad to help out on behalf of Drella. “Hopefully, we’ll keep this going,” Stanley said. His son, Alex Drella, who Shown from left to right: State Representative Donald Wong, Anthony Arone and State Representative Jessica Giannino. Shown from left to right: Caroline, Cooper and Alex Drella. graduated from Saugus High School in 2006, said it’s a beautiful thing when a tragedy hits in the firefighting community — that everyone treats him like family. “He would be here right with us toasting a tiki,” said Alex Drella, who is a Mendon Firefighter. Daughter-in-law Caroline Drella said it’s nice to see a whole community come together for someone like Damian. She said he was a great grandfather to their son, Cooper, 4. His other son, Christian, who Son Christian Drella and his fiancée Jennifer Duby displayed a Lt. Jughead shirt for sale. Police Officer Paul Hehehan (at left) and Firefighter Brendan Henehan sold raffle tickets. is a Melrose Firefighter, said it’s unbelievable the amount of support that Saugus Fire has given him and his family. “It shows how much they loved him,” Christian Drella said. “We are forever grateful.” His fiancée Jennifer Duby, estimated that there are more than a dozen communities present. “Whenever we needed anything, Saugus helped us out,” Jennifer Duby said. Her sister, Christine Duby, said he would be proud to see the number of people who came out to support him and his sons. “We look forward to coming every year,” Christine Duby said. Action Emergency Management raised the flag. Co-Organizers Firefighter Steven Mirando (at left) and Police Officer Robert Stanley. SUPPORT | SEE PAGE 19

Page 18 THE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FriDAy, OCTObEr 16, 2026 STUDENTS HELPING | FROM PAGE 6 Students arrived in various ways: driving themselves, getting rides from parents or biking. Landscaping materials and tools were funded by WIN Waste and provided by Saugus-based Amoroso Property Services. “We fund special events at the Senior Center and donate to school sports teams and for field trips, but wanted to do something more personal this year,” WIN Plant Manager Elliott Casey said. “We asked school families and students we support to join us in community service, pairing High School students with local senior citizens for yard cleanups and landscaping to build a bridge between generations,” Casey said. “Financial donations matter, but this turned our support from a check into a shared effort, with young people giving back to the neighbors who built the town they live - 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. ES26P2851EA Estate of: MURIEL ALICE BIJAN Also known as: MURIEL A. BIJAN, MURIEL BIJAN Date of Death: 04/01/2026 CITATION ON PETITION FOR FORMAL ADJUDICATION To all interested persons: A Petition for Formal Probate of Will with Appointment of Personal Representative has been filed by Michelle T. Johnson 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: Michelle T. Johnson 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 11/10/2026. 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: October 06, 2026 PAMELA A. CASEY O’BRIEN REGISTER OF PROBATE October 16, 2026 Sisters Julia and Hannah Strout, who are members of the Saugus High School field hockey team, worked together on Saturday to clean up and landscape the yard of a Saugus retired couple. (Saugus Advocate photo by Neil Zolot) in. True community partnership goes beyond funding. It means showing up and working alongside local families. Saugus is more than a place we operate. It’s our home; our employees live and work here.” Casey said he believes “both groups gain a lot.” Addie Picardi, Fiona Chantal and Angelina Dow take a break during the community service project involving the yard cleanup at the Holland Street home of Christine and James Blanchard. (Saugus Advocate photo by Neil Zolot) “High School students, especially seniors, are getting ready to head out into the world and working alongside longtime residents gives them perspective and a chance to take pride in their hometown,” Casey said. “For our senior citizens, having young people on hand for - LEGAL NOTICE - COMMONWEALTH OF MASSACHUSETTS THE TRIAL COURT PROBATE AND FAMILY COURT Essex Division Docket No. ES25P2800EA Estate of: KEVIN BARNES Date of Death: JUNE 18, 2025 INFORMAL PROBATE PUBLICATION NOTICE To all persons interested in the above captioned estate, by Petition of Petitioner RONALD S. BARNES of IPSWICH, MA a Will has been admitted to informal probate. RONALD S. BARNES of IPSWICH, MA has been informally appointed as the Personal Representative of the estate to serve without surety on the bond. The estate is being administered under informal procedure by the Personal Representative under the Massachusetts Uniform Probate Code without supervision by the Court. Inventory and accounts are not required to be filed with the Court, but interested parties are entitled to notice regarding the administration from the Personal Representative and can petition the Court in any matter relating to the estate, including distribution of assets and expenses of administration. Interested parties are entitled to petition the Court to institute formal proceedings and to obtain orders terminating or restricting the powers of Personal Representatives appointed under formal procedure. A copy of the Petition and Will, if any, can be obtained from the Petitioner. October 16, 2026 physically demanding work makes a real difference in keeping up their homes. By pairing our donations with volunteer work, we’re helping build a culture of service that will last long after the students graduate,” he said. Amoroso owner Nick Amoroso was contacted by School Committee Vice Chair Stephanie Mastrocola. His son, Nick Jr., who attends Northeast Metropolitan Regional Vocational High School in Wakefield, knows many of the Saugus athletes as classmates in elementary and middle school. “There was no question I’d do it,” Nick Sr. said. He graduated from the Northeast Metropolitan Regional Vocational High School in 2004. Heather Davis, who heads the soccer boosters at the High School, drove her son Miles. “I love the idea of this, of getting senior citizens’ yards ready for the winter,” she said. “It can be hard.” Selectmen Anthony Cogliano and Frank Federico were on hand, too. “It’s nice to see the kids working,” Cogliano said. “I love the idea of students helping senior citizens for the town,” he said. “It’s nice to see the kids getting their hands dirty instead of just pushing buttons,” Federico added.

THE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FriDAy, OCTObEr 16, 2026 Page 19 Updating Your Beneficiary Designations T Shown from left to right: Danielle Zaccaria, State Rep. Jessica Giannino, Natalia Zaccaria, Mikey Zaccaria & Michael Zaccaria and State. Rep. Donald Wong. (Courtesy photo, Jessica Giannino) he importance of initially establishing proper beneficiary designations (and then periodically updating them) with respect to retirement plans, IRA accounts, life insurance policies, annuity policies, etc., cannot be overemphasized. If you have an IRA account Shown from left to right: Jennifer Duby and Christian, Alex, Cooper and Caroline Drella. SUPPORT | FROM PAGE 17 State Representative Donald Wong said everyone is here who should be here. “He was a great guy and will be missed dearly,” Wong said. State Representative Jessica Giannino said Badges for a Cure is always such a wonderful event, and the Saugus police and fire unions do a phenomenal job each year bringing people together in support of first responders and their families. “This year was especially meaningful as we gathered in memory of Lt. Drella and honored his courageous battle with occupational cancer,” Giannino said. “I am incredibly grateful to everyone that you established prior to getting married and you never get around to changing the beneficiary designations after you get married, if you subsequently die, your spouse will receive nothing. The original primary beneficiary will take all. If the primary beneficiary dies prior to you, the contingent beneficiary will take all. A life changing event such as a marriage or a divorce should prompt you to review all of your beneficiary designations. If you have an ERISA comThe Eric Grant Band performed. who works so hard to make this event possible year after year.” Representatives Wong and Giannino share a deep commitment to supporting police officers, firefighters and their families, and she is always grateful for the opportunity to work alongside him on behalf of the first responders who serve the communities. pliant retirement plan at work, however, most likely your spouse will be the primary beneficiary of the retirement plan even if you don’t get around to updating the beneficiary designation by naming your spouse as the primary beneficiary. With an ERISA compliant retirement plan, a spouse must consent in writing for you to name someone else as the primary beneficiary. Beneficiary designation mishaps are more common than one might think. In fact, they occur quite frequently. In many cases, there are no named beneficiaries and the IRA/ retirement plan proceeds or life insurance proceeds end up being paid to the estate of the deceased person passing to the heirs at law based upon the Massachusetts intestacy statute, assuming there was no valid Last Will and Testament. The ultimate takers may include individuals that the deceased would never have wished to leave anything to. The lesson to be learned here is to give careful thought to your initial beneficiary designation form when completing it and remember to revisit the form every few years or so in order to update it if necessary based upon a change in marital status, family members or any other circumstances that would warrant making a change. You can select a primary beneficiary and a secondary beneficiary. You can also attach an exhibit to the form to be more detailed about who gets what upon your death. For example, you can leave a life insurance policy death benefit to your three children with instructions to pay the children of a deceased child (i.e. your grandchildren) in equal shares. We often refer to this as “by right of representation” or “per stirpes”. Most of the time, people completing beneficiary forms will choose a primary beneficiary and a contingent beneficiary. People don’t realize that you can actually attach a supplemental schedule to the pre-printed form that allows you to tailor your beneficiary designation selection to your own estate planning objectives. You do not necessarily have to restrict yourself to the “four corners” of the pre-printed form. 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.

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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 SALE FOR SALE SALE PENDING FOR SALE

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