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
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