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SAUGUS D D Vol. 26, No.43 Your Local News & Sports Online. Scan Here! CAT CAT SUSAN’S SPECIAL NIGHT T Saugus-Everett Elks Club “Citizen of the Year” Susan Palomba thanks the crowd after being honored last week (Oct. 17). Please see inside for more photos and the story. (Saugus Advocate photo by Tara Vocino) E TE -FREE- www.advocatenews.net Published Every Friday 781-233-4446 Friday, October 25, 2024 Taking it to the Top The town’s Ash Landfi ll Closure Committee plans to invite WiN Waste innovations CEO to a meeting to discuss future closure plans By Mark E. Vogler he Town Meeting-created Landfi ll Closure Committee seeks a public conversation with WIN Waste Innovations CEO Daniel “Dan” Mayo about the company’s future closure plans for the ash landfi ll on Route 107 near the trash-to-energy plant. Committee members voted at Monday’s (Oct. 21) meeting to begin drafting a letter to Mayo, inviting him to meet here in Saugus or at the company’s headquarters in Portsmouth, N.H. for a conversation about how the company plans to proceed after the closure of the ash landfi ll. “We’ve exhausted our opportunities at the local level (to talk with company representatives). That’s why we’re reaching out,” Committee Member Jeannie Meredith said, suggesting a reason to Mayo as to why members desire an audience with him. WIN Waste has declined repeated invitations to particiASH LANDFILL | SEE PAGE 2 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 2.85 49 31 Over 45 Years of Excellence! Full Service $2.95 Order online at angelosoil.com

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The cover letter to Mayo will accompany a fact sheet, briefing him on the history of the ash landfill and what’s transpired recently between WIN Waste and the town. Manoogian said it was important for the committee to demonstrate in its final report to Town Meeting next spring that members went to great measures to involve WIN Waste in its discussions. “We got to stand in front of Town Meeting and tell them what we did and that we tried,” Manoogian said. “No one at Town Meeting is going to want to hear we pulled out a flamethrower,” he said. Members stressed that it was important to write the letter to Mayo, reflecting a positive and collaborative tone. Mayo did not return a telephone call to The Saugus Advocate. Meanwhile, Mary Urban, Sr. Director of Communications & Community, issued a statement this week similar to previous ones related to the landfill closure committee’s role in town government: “While we appreciate the recommendations on potential uses for our property, it’s important to keep in mind that the predecessor to this closure committee, the landfill committee, spent 18 months doing the exact opposite of everything the closure committee is doing: The landfill committee worked with WIN in an effort to maximize the economic and environmental benefits of our monofil operations. Our waste-to-energy facility and monofil play a critical role in the state’s waste-disposal infrastructure, which is under growing pressure due to decreased capacity. There are many people in the town and the region who understand our integral role in local, reliable and sustainable waste disposal and we hope to shift the conversation to again focus on how to sustain this asset, which includes the crucial conservation work being done at WIN Waste’s Bear Creek Wildlife Sanctuary.” WIN Waste has not given up on the possibility of the life of the ash landfill being extended at least another 20 years – the time period stipulated in Host Community Agreement (HCA) approved on a 3-2 non-binding vote of the Board of Selectmen last year. WIN Waste continues to point to the tentative HCA approved by a majority of the five sitting selectmen as evidence that town officials are amenable to a deal that would allow expansion of the ash landfill in return for compensation and other conditions. Selectmen Jeff Cicolini and Corinne Riley at the time of the non-binding vote said they supported the HCA as a precautionary measure in case the state weakens environmental regulations related to the landfill.In fact, the HCA has no legal basis, under state law and under the Town of Saugus Charter. Furthermore, any HCA would have to be negotiated by the town manager and wouldn’t take effect unless the state allowed the company to expand its ash landfill. If the state loosened the regulations at the ash landfill, the Board of Health would have authority to conduct site modification hearings to ultimately decide whether and how expansion of the ash landfill would proceed. Saugus would receive $20 million over the next 20 years while WIN Waste could continue use of the ash landfill, according to the hypothetical HCA supported by a majority of the selectmen. WIN is currently trucking 50 percent of its ash to a landfill in Shrewsbury to prolong the life of its ash landfill in Saugus. Meanwhile, WIN has declined repeated invitations by the landfill closure committee to attend and participate in the meetings as a non-voting member. Manoogian noted that an inspection of state environmental records by the committee hasn’t turned up any evidence of WIN seeking to modify or change the regulations which currently prevent it from expanding the ash landfill. “The state has stated there is no pathway for expansion,” Manoogian said. “There’s no pending legislation or regulation changes,” he said.

THE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FriDAy, OCTObEr 25, 2024 Page 3 Rep. Wong supports bill authorizing Mass. courts to honor ICE detainer requests Legislation seeks to help keep dangerous criminals off the streets S tate Representative Donald Wong (R-Saugus) is cosponsoring legislation that would authorize Massachusetts courts to honor detainer requests from U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) officials for individuals arrested for violent crimes who might otherwise be released from custody. Senate Docket 3490, An Act to enhance the authority of courts to protect public safety, was filed on October 21 by the Massachusetts House and Senate Republican Caucuses to address a critical gap in current state laws by specifically allowing the courts to keep dangerous criminals who are considered removable aliens by ICE in custody for up to 12 hours if the individual is subject to an ICE detainer and is deemed to pose a threat to public safety. Representative Wong noted that the bill focuses on those individuals who are convicted of serious crimes, such as murder, rape, domestic violence and narcotics or human trafficking The filing of the bill comes after two recent media reports involving noncitizens who were subject to an ICE Donald Wong State Representative detainer but were not held by the courts. One case involved a 38-year-old Guatemalan national who was in the country illegally but was released by a Middlesex Superior Court judge after being arraigned on charges of aggravated rape of a child with force and attempted rape of a child by force. The second case involved another noncitizen from Guatemala, who was convicted in Gloucester District Court for indecent assault and battery on a child under 14 and assault and battery. According to Representative Wong, Senate Docket 3490 directly addresses a deficiency in state law highlighted by the Massachusetts Supreme Judicial Court (SJC) ruling in the 2017 case of Lunn v. Commonwealth. The SJC determined that current state law does not provide the authority for court officials to honor ICE detainer requests for individuals otherwise entitled to release, leaving it up to the Legislature to provide and define such authority. Senate Docket 3490 would require Massachusetts judges to take into consideration any detention requests received from ICE when setting bail for an individual. If ICE provides a written request stating probable cause that the individual is a removable alien and is the subject of an arrest or removal/deportation warrant, the judge may withhold bail until ICE acts on the request. Representative Wong noted that the bill would require any judge who denies an ICE detainer request to file a written explanation with the court clerk detailing why they denied the request. This written decision would be considered a public record, but the bill would allow for the redaction of the names of victims or minors. Great Classified Ad Rates! Call 781-233-4446 Today! Monogram D4 Double siding Cedar impression half rounds Eastern Bank Building on Rte. 1S 605 Broadway, #301 * Saugus (781) 233-6844 www.bostonnorthdental.com Dr. Priti Amlani Dr. Bhavisha Patel * Restorative Dentistry * Cosmetic Dentistry * Implant Restoration * Zoom Whitening * Teeth in a Day - All on 6 * Invisalign * CEREC Crowns (Single Visit Crowns) * Root Canal Treatment * Sedation Dentistry ~ Full Mouth Rehabilitation ~ Before After Harvey Vinyl 66 Replacement Windows Custom Aluminum Trim work Windows & Doors Top quality Vinyl Siding! •Vinyl Siding •Carpentry Work •Decks •Roofing •Free Estimates •Replacement Windows •Fully Licensed •Fully Insured

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THE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FriDAy, OCTObEr 25, 2024 Page 5 Campaign 2024 Two weeks of in-Person Early Voting for Presidential Election begins tomorrow at the Saugus Public Library By Mark E. Vogler O nly 137 registered Saugus voters showed up at the Saugus Public Library’s Community Room during six days of In-Person Early Voting in August (24-30) for last month’s state primary election. The library voter turnout for the presidential primary during six days of In-Person Early Voting (Feb. 24-March 1) for this year’s Presidential Primary was twice as good. But the 272 voters it drew was just a fraction of the town’s 22,154 registered voters. “I think In-Person Early Voting for the primaries is a waste,” Saugus Town Clerk Ellen Joyce Schena said as her office staff and team of part-time election workers prepared for another dozen days of In-Person Early voting for this year’s Presidential Election. “The primaries don’t draw a lot of people anyway. I think you should either have In-Person Early Voting or Early Voting by Mail. Nobody comes out for the primaries. You don’t really need two of them for the primaries,” she said. A vast majority of Saugus voters will still wait for the Nov. 5 Presidential Election. But with a hotly contested presidential race this year, there’s enough on the ballot to stir great interest among town voters who choose to exercise their early In-Person Voting rights tomorrow – 18 days before the election. Voting will take place from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. in the Community Room of the library at 295 Central St. Residents who come to cast their vote early should use the Taylor Street entrance. The ballot highlights The two-page official specimen ballot includes: · A showdown between Democratic Vice President Kamala Harris and former Republican President Donald Trump. · A race for the U.S. Senate, with Democratic incumbent Elizabeth Warren seeking another six year term over Republican Challenger John Deaton. CALL NOW TO RESERVE! · Five ballot questions, including several controversial ones. Question 1, if approved, would authorize the state auditor to audit the state Legislature. The measure initiated by Diana DiZoglio received no vote from the Senate or House of Representatives. Question 2, if passed, would eliminate passing the Massachusetts Comprehensive Assessment System (MCAS) tests in mathematics, science, technology and English in order to receive a high school diploma. Question 3, if passed, would provide Transportation Network Drivers with the right to form unions and to collectively bargain with Transportation Network Companies. Question 4, if passed, would allow people 21 and older to grow, possess and use certain natural psychedelic substances in certain circumstances. Question 5, if passed, would gradually increase the minimum hourly wage an employer must pay a tipped worker over the course of five years, from 64 percent of the state minimum wage on Jan. 1, 2025, to 100 percent of the state minimum wage on Jan. 1, 2029. · Essex County Clerk of Courts Thomas Driscoll, Jr., a Democrat seeking reelection in a race contested by two challengers: Todd R. Angilly, an unenrolled candidate from Lynnfield, and Doris V. Rodriguez, an Independent candidate from Lawrence. · A race for the Registry of Deeds seat for the Essex Southern District between Eileen M. Duff, a Democrat from Gloucester, and Jonathan Edward Ring, a Rockport Republican. In-Person Voting can be an expensive option Saugus Town Clerk Schena noted that from a financial standpoint In-Person voting can cost more per voter than voting absentee or Early Mail-in Voting. “Election workers make $15 an hour. Three people work 8-hour days for six days and there’s over-time for the regular staff,” Schena said. “There’s also building maintenance before and after the voting period in the library. Police officers may be called in to work a detail on Saturdays,” she said. The state does give some money back to communities for municipal costs related to In-Person Early voting, according to Schena. Schena said there’s also a situation in which voters may vote absentee in addition to In-Person Early Voting, which is usually caught by a system of checks and balances, but the task of finding duplicate votes does contribute to increased resources, Schena said. Many more citizens who don’t vote on Election Day are inclined to vote by Mail-in EarGerry D’Ambrosio Attorney-at-Law Is Your Estate in Order? Do you have an update Will, Health Care Proxy or Power of Attorney? 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THE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FriDAy, OCTObEr 25, 2024 Page 7 Saugus High Sports Hall of Fame Lacrosse Coach rob Scuzzarella is among a dozen standout Sachem athletes who be inducted at Nov. 2 banquet By Mark E. Vogler D uring his playing days at Saugus High School, Sachems Lacrosse Coach Rob Scuzzarella wore Number 6 on his jersey proudly as a standout Sachems athlete in two sports. He captained the hockey and soccer teams where he won awards for his athletic skills and ranked among the top players in the Northeastern Conference in both sports. During his senior year in 2006, Scuzzarella, who is the son of Saugus Middle-High School Principal Carla Scuzzarella, received the Chief Drew Award – an honor that is given to the most outstanding all-around male and female SHS athlete of that year. Scuzzarella is considered one of the Sachems’ fi nest allaround Saugus High athletes of his era and will be among dozen Sachem sports greats who will be inducted into the Saugus High School Athletic Hall of Fame on Nov. 2 during a special ceremony and banquet set for 6 p.m. at the Saugus-Everett Elks Lodge #642, at 401 Main St., Saugus. Sachems sports fans will have a chance to celebrate the athletes. Tickets are $50 a person. Anyone interested in tickets to attend the event please email Saugus High School Athletic Director Matt Serino at mserino@saugus.k12.ma.us This is the fi rst class of athletes who will be inducted since 2018. Previously, there have been 255 athletes inducted since the Hall of Fame’s inLacrosse was definitely Rob Scuzzarella’s best sport, as he is Saugus High’s all-time leading scorer with 278 points (149 goals, 129 assists). (Courtesy Photo to The Saugus Advocate) ception (1987). The Hall’s fi rst class included Arthur Spinney, a Saugus High football great Rob Scuzzarella also starred for the Sachems in hockey, where as captain he helped Saugus High capture the 20032004 State Championship. (Courtesy Photo to The Saugus Advocate) who played for two NFL championship teams with the Baltimore Colts – in 1958 and 1959. A Saugus High athlete has HALL OF FAME | SEE PAGE 8 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 Sabatino Insurance is proud to welcome the loyal customers of ALWAYS READY TO SERVE YOU: Our Staff are, Emma Davidson, Jeimy Sanchez, Josephine Leone, Marie D’Amore, Rocco Longo, Z’andre Lopez, Anthony DiPierro, Darius Goudreau, Laurette Murphy, Danielle Goudreau and Tina Davidson. PHONE: (617) 387-7466 FAX: (617) 381-9186 Visit us online at: WWW.SABATINO-INS.COM

Page 8 THE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FriDAy, OCTObEr 25, 2024 Town will hold free COVID-19/fl u vaccine clinic for Saugus residents next week T own Manager Scott Crabtree and Director of Public Health John Fralick announced this week that the town will hold a COVID-19/flu vaccine clinic on Wednesday, Oct. 23, from 11:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. at the newly refurbished Saugus Town Hall Auditorium. The clinic is open to Saugus residents only, according to a press release issued by the town manager’s offi ce. “The latest Pfi zer COVID-19 booster and seasonal fl u vaccine will be available, at no charge to residents. Free COVID-19 tests will also be available for residents. Walkins are welcome for the clinic. No pre registration is required,” the press release said. “The town asks that those atIf We Happen To Meet By Accident ... You’ll Be Glad You Found Us! There is a difference between the rest and the BEST! Celebrating 46 Years In Business! TONY’S AUTO BODY Call or Visit 781-321-0032 34 Sharon Street Malden, MA 02148 TONYSAUTOBODYLLC.COM COME VISIT OUR STATE OF THE ART BODY SHOP • Computerized Paint Matching (State of the Art Spray Booth) • Computerized Frame Machines • P.P.G. Refinishing System • R134 + 1234yf A/C Machines Fully Insured -RS2415 Insurance Company Approval ALL OUR WORK IS GUARANTEED! TONY BARTOLO Owner 46 Years Let Us Handle Your Next Insurance Claim. Go With the BEST It Doesn’t Get BETTER! RENTAL CARS Available tending the clinic bring their health insurance or Medicare cards with them. Residents can still receive the COVID-19 and fl u vaccines if they don’t have their insurance or Medicare cards upon arrival,” it stated. “The Massachusetts Department of Public Health recommends that people stay up to date with COVID-19 and flu vaccines in order to protect yourself, your family, and your community from serious illness. MassDPH advises that everyone 6 months and older should receive an updated HALL OF FAME | FROM PAGE 7 to be out of school for at least 10 years before he or she can be nominated. “The process is that a letter needs to be submitted to the Hall of Fame Committee with stats of the athlete,” according to Barbara Wall, one of the committee members. “Once these letters come into the committee and then [are] put in nomination, we as a committee vote. The nominees in the Hall of Fame athletes are nominated usually by family members, friends, or former coaches,” Wall said. Joining Wall on the Hall of Fame committee are Tom Raiche (who is the chair), Matt Serino, Donnie Trainor, John Hatch and Steve Boudreau. Here’s a thumbnail sketch of each of the members of this year’s Hall of Fame Class. • Marie Johnson Bridges: She is a 1995 Saugus High School graduate. She was a threesport varsity athlete: Fall/Winter Cheerleading and Softball; two times NEC all-star softball; amassed over 160 strikeouts her junior year; played College softball at Rivier College. • Lauren Cataldo: She is a 2002 Saugus High graduate, Diane Bena award winner; three-sport captain (soccer and indoor/outdoor track); Agganis All-Star Soccer – NEC Record (2000) 4x200 relay – Track state qualifi er in LJ, HJ, 4x100 relay, 4x400 relay); played college soccer at Boston College. 2024-2025 COVID-19 vaccine. “According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), COVID-19 vaccines are eff ective at protecting people from getting seriously ill, being hospitalized, and dying from the virus.” Anyone seeking more COVID-19 vaccine information should contact the Massachusetts Department of Public Health (DPH) website. Residents can also call Saugus Director of Public Health Fralick at 781-231-4120 with any questions about the clinic. • Rob Gannon: He is a 2005 Saugus High School graduate, a three-time Hockey NEC All-Star, two-time hockey state champ, two-time NEC Conference Champ; played football and ran outdoor track; played football and hockey at Hamilton College. • Kayla Vitukevich Krieger: She is a 2007 Saugus High School graduate, four-year three-sport Varsity athlete (Soccer and Indoor/Outdoor Track); SHS Record holder in track (4x400 relay, 4x800 relay); Diane Bena Award, Girls Soccer; Agganis All-Star-2x NEC South Track and Field Champ • Don Maccini: He is a 1987 Saugus High School graduate; fi fth all-time leading scorer in SHS Hockey history, 133 points; NEC Hockey All-Star; HNIB All-Star sophomore year; HNIB All-Scholastic; played college hockey at AIC. • Ashley Panzini Nichols: She is a 2004 Saugus High School graduate and the wife of fellow inductee Todd Nichols; NEC Field Hockey MVP; NEC All-Star Field Hockey; NEC AllStar softball, NEC Conference Champ softball; played basketball; played college fi eld hockey at Bridgewater State • Todd Nichols: He is a 2003 Saugus High School graduate and the husband of fellow inductee Ashley Panzini Nichols; NEC Hockey All-Star; two-time NEC Conference Champs; onetime Hockey State Champs; HALL OF FAME | SEE PAGE 20

THE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FriDAy, OCTObEr 25, 2024 Page 9 A Pet Parade at Breakheart Dogs love Halloween, too! By Laura Eisener T he pet parade at Breakheart on Sunday was sponsored by the Friends of Breakheart with support from the DCR. About 35 dogs entered the contest and others came by to watch, along with their human companions. The judges were Animal Control Officer Darren McCullough, Saugus Police Officer Stacey Forni, Veterinarian Dr. Lisa Naples and Saugus Chamber of Commerce Treasurer Anthony Speziale. Trophies were awarded for best costume and best behaved. The best costume was an outfit representing artist Bob Ross – with runner-up “spaghetti and meatballs.” The best-behaved dog was dressed as a honeybee – I think we can assume he did not sting anyone! Whether or not your pet entered the contest, there were many vendors and informational tables, so animal lovers all had diverse, interesting and enjoyable experiences at this event. This is only the second year for the Pet Parade at Breakheart, and the number of participants has doubled. Peter Rossetti and Joyce Vecchiarelli presided over the Friends of Breakheart table, and Karen Speziale greeted everyone while dressed as Snow White. There were many raffle including a handprizes, made dog blanket, tickets to the Zoo, gift cards and dog accessories. Exhibitors included Animal Control Officer Darren McCullough, two officers and horses from the State Police Mounted Unit. Saugus Policemen Kevin Murphy and Stacey Forni, pet groomer Paws for Applause, Dr. Lisa Naples DVM, GoodFellas Doggie Daycare, Saugus Cable TV, Urgent Vet Care, Sarah’s Handmade Dog Accessories and Massachusetts Problem Animal Control Agent Dan Proulx with tips for coexisting with coyotes. One of the many creative and interesting outfits was this taco costume. (Photo courtesy of Joyce Vecchiarelli) This dog dressed as a sunflower was a big hit with the crowd. (Photo courtesy of Joyce Vecchiarelli) A team of “convicts” presided over games like the “doggie poop bag” toss. The “prisoners” were from GoodFellas Doggy Day of Saugus. (Photo courtesy of Laura Eisener) 8 Norwood St. Everett (617) 387-9810 Open Tues. - Sat. at 4:00 PM Closed Sun. & Mon. The runner-up in the best dressed category was this dog dressed as “spaghetti and meatballs.” (Photo courtesy of Joyce Vecchiarelli) This dog attended the Pet Parade at Breakheart Reservation on Sunday. (Photo courtesy of Joyce Vecchiarelli) Announcing our Classic Specials Dine In Only: * FREE Salad with purchase of Entree, Tuesdays & Wednesdays * Cheese Pizza - Only $10 Catch ALL The Live Sports Action On Our Large Screen TV’s Officers on horseback from the State Police Mounted Unit kept watch over the festivities. (Photo courtesy of Laura Eisener) Scan & Follow Us on Facebook! www.810bargrille.com

Page 10 THE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FriDAy, OCTObEr 25, 2024 Susan Palomba honored as Elks Club Citizen of the Year By Tara Vocino S usan Palomba was honored as Citizen of the Year at the Saugus-Everett Elks’ Italian Night, a celebration of heritage, community and service, last Thursday night. This special event recognized Palomba’s contributions to both the Elks Lodge and the broader community – a momentous acknowledgment of her years of dedication. In her moving speech, Palomba reflected on her deep connection to the Elks and the profound impact the organization has had on her life: “The Elks have become more than just a group to me – it’s a family,” Palomba said. “Together, we lift each other up, celebrate life’s joys and offer support in times of need. This lodge is truly my extended family.” Palomba’s words captured the heart of what it means to be part of the Elks – service, friendship and commitment to the community. Throughout her 20+ years as a member, Palomba has held various leadership positions within the Elks, including Exalted Ruler, a role she cherished as an opportunity to serve alongside her fellow members: “Supporting our Grand Exalted Ruler, Mike Zellen, in Texas and Arizona during my time as Exalted Ruler is a memory I will always cherish,” Palomba said. She also spoke fondly of the many charitable events and memorable moments shared with her Elks family, from fundShown from left to right: Americo Palomba, Assunta “Sue” Palomba and Master of Ceremonies Stephen Doherty. Shown from left to right: Dr. Sherri Raftery, Past National President Michael Zellen and Assunta “Sue” Palomba. Master of Ceremonies Stephen Doherty made jokes to open the ceremony. Shown from left to right: State Representative Donald Wong, Legislative Aide to Senator Crighton Luis Garcia, Assunta “Sue” Palomba, State Representative Jessica Giannino and Massachusetts Elks Justice of the Forum Robert Strasnick. raising efforts to social gatherings that brought everyone closer together. Palomba’s speech was filled with heartfelt appreciation for her family, friends, and the Elks community that has been a constant source of support. She highlighted the deeper values she cherishes: “The Elks have been the thread that ties everything together for me,” Palomba said, “from my Italian roots to my love for this country, to the friendships I’ve made and the values I hold dear.” Those in attendance told the Advocate what she means to them. Family friend David Pansini, of Saugus, said Palomba is a joyful person and kind. His father, Sandro, said she has done a great job on the Board of Directors at Saugus Television. “She is a nice and sweet person,” Pansini said. Elks Chaplain and fellow realtor Ron Visconti said Palomba is a well deserving woman who has done so much for the community. Dr. Sherri Raftery, who attended high school with her, said Palomba is an inspiration and kindhearted and has a sense of community and responsibility – Salute. These words captured the essence of the evening and Palomba’s deep-rooted connection to her Italian heritage. Reflecting further, Palomba State Representatives Jessica Giannino and Donald Wong presented Assunta “Sue” Palomba with a citation. State Representative Jessica Giannino said she is like family. shared how her family’s journey has shaped her passion for service: “My parents’ love for this country became my love for this country, which has been passed down to our children, our comMassachusetts Elks President Elect Peter Plecinoga and Assunta Palomba munity and into the universe,” Palomba said. “My Italian heritage has filled my heart with love – not just for my family, but for this great nation.” She emphasized that life’s most important moments are often the simplest: “It’s the simple things that matter most in life – a kind word, a smile, a shared moment,” Palomba said. “And that’s what the Elks represent to me – a community of

THE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FriDAy, OCTObEr 25, 2024 Page 11 State Representative Donald Wong presented Palomba with a citation. people who come together to lift each other up, to celebrate life’s joys and to support one another in times of need.” Palomba also shared her gratitude for the recognition and how much it means to her: “This recognition is not just about individual effort, but about the teamwork, camaraderie and passion we all share within this incredible organization,” Palomba said. She spoke of the many ways the Elks have enriched her life and the lives of so many others, highlighting the organization’s commitment to helping those in need. The evening also paid tribute to Palomba’s Italian heritage and the importance of honoring cultural traditions. She shared her pride in her roots, saying: “Food, family, and love – these are the cornerstones of our heritage, and they are the same values we share within the Elks community,” Palomba said. The night wouldn’t have been complete without a special thanks to the dedicated individuals who made it all possible. Palomba extended her gratitude to the Elks’ Board of Directors, the House Committee, the kitchen crew led by Ron Delgenio, and everyone who contributed to the success of the event, especially chairperson Linda Fuller, and Lisa from Honey Bee Balloons for making the Dr. Sherri Raftery and Assunta “Sue” Palomba attended Nazareth Academy High School in Wakefield together. evening festive and beautiful. As the night concluded, Palomba’s closing words left a lasting impression: “I am deeply honored to stand before you tonight, filled with gratitude for each of you, for this organization, and for the life I am so lucky to lead,” Palomba said. “Thank you for this honor – it will never be forgotten.” Having been part of the Elks for over 20 years, she said, this experience has been one of the most fulfilling chapters of her life. The friendships formed, the events they’ve organized and the countless ways they’ve given back to those in need have all been deeply rewarding. “This recognition, to me, is not just about individual effort, but about the teamwork, camaraderie and passion they all share within this incredible organization.” “I’m incredibly honored to receive this special recognition tonight,” Palomba said. “This award highlights individuals who have shown exceptional dedication, service and commitment to both the Elks Lodge and the broader community. Being chosen for such an honor is truly humbling, as it reflects the values of service and community that I’ve always strived to uphold.” When she first joined, she never imagined standing here today with this honor. The Elks Assunta “Sue” Palomba is ecstatic at receiving this honor. Shown from left to right: Representative Donald Wong, Assunta “Sue” Palomba and Representative Jessica Giannino at the Saugus-Everett Elks last Thursday night. have become more than a group to her – it’s a family. Together, they lift each other up, celebrate life’s joys, and offer support in times of need. “This recognition inspires me to continue giving back to this community that means so much to me,” Palomba said. “I’m beyond grateful for the acknowledgment, and I look forward to continuing this journey with my Elks family, working to make our community stronger and carrying on the traditions that make us who we are.” Palomba thanked everyone who attended and supported Italian Night 2024. This evening of celebration, family and service is a reminder of the power of community and the importance of giving back. Massachusetts Elks President Elect Peter Plecinoga congratulated Palomba on her achievements. Everett City Council President Robert Van Campen couldn’t make it, but sent a citation on his behalf. Stephen Doherty read the citation on his behalf. Seated, shown from left to right: Ron Visconti, Everett resident Mary Visconti and Sharon Visconti. Standing: Saugus resident Ron Visconti. Past National President Michael Zellen reads a citation. Event chairwoman Linda Fuller sold an Italian basket raffle. Shown from left to right: family friends David Pansini and Sandro Pansini, both of Saugus. Shown from left to right: honoree Assunta “Sue” Palomba, daughter Rosa Rescigno, grandson Giovanni Rescigno, granddaughter Giulia Rescigno, grandson Angelo Rescigno, granddaughter Liliana Tam and daughter Melisa Palomba-Tam. (Advocate photos by Tara Vocino)

Page 12 THE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FriDAy, OCTObEr 25, 2024 ~ SHS Sachems Sports roundup ~ By Dom Nicastro SAUGUS GIRLS SOCCER TIES PEABODY, EYES STRONG FINISH IN FINAL GAMES The Saugus High School girls soccer team, ranked No. 8 in the latest MIAA Division 3 power rankings, played to a hard-fought 1-1 tie against Division 1 rival Peabody, bringing their record to 11-1-3 with just three games left in the regular season. The Sachems got a goal from Madison Botta but couldn’t hold onto their lead. With upcoming matches against St. Mary’s, Wakefield and Somerville, Saugus coach April Martinez remains focused on finishing strong to secure a top seed for the playoffs. Martinez reflected on the Peabody game, acknowledging both the rivalry and the disappointment of letting the lead slip away. “Just like the other two games that we tied, where we scored early and we just slowly let the teams back in,” Martinez said. “Peabody has always been a rivalry... They muscled us. They took us out of the game mentally, which is, I think, what their game plan was, and it worked.” Despite the tie, Martinez knows her team can build from this experience. “We talked about it today for quite a while,” Martinez said on Tuesday. “What happened? Why did that happen? How can we move on from this?” Saugus was led once again by its standout players, with Madison Botta scoring the lone goal, assisted by Shay Sewell. Botta now has 26 goals and 14 assists on the season, continuing her stellar play as one of the top scorers in the state. Shawn Sewell, who has 17 goals and seven assists, and Shay Sewell, with 11 goals and 11 assists, also remain central to Saugus’ offense, consistently creating opportunities for their team. Martinez praised the trio, saying, “You can’t mark all three. You can mark one of them, but having the three kind of working together...you can’t compete with all three of them.” With a challenging schedule ahead, Martinez emphasized the importance of staying focused, especially as they head into Thursday’s rematch with St. Mary’s. “We beat them the first time. We’re playing them on their senior night, so emotions are going to be high. They want to come back and beat us,” Martinez noted. “Now is the time. You’ve got to give 110%, you can’t leave anything on the table.” Looking forward, Martinez remains optimistic about Saugus’ playoff chances. “My goal for the team was we lost to Masco and to not lose a game after that, right? So we haven’t. We’ve tied three games that we should have won, but we didn’t lose,” she said. “Now’s the time to really step up and show that you are that team.” SAUGUS GOLF ENDS SEASON ON HIGH NOTE Saugus’ Hunter Arsenault was named a Northeastern Conference golfing all-star. Artie O’Leary and Arsenault represented Saugus in the NEC Open competing against the top two from every team in the conference last Thursday. “I saw a bunch of great development throughout the season with athletes becoming better at different facets of their game,” Saugus coach Dan Bertrand said. “I saw great dedication from the team competing strong the entire season. I saw great leadership from the older athletes on the team setting good examples and good habits. I’m looking forward to seeing how everyone’s game develops over the next year and looking forward to competing next year.” SAUGUS BOYS SOCCER HOPING FOR PUSH DOWN STRETCH Saugus last week tied Northeast Metro Tech, 1-1. Captain Abraham Costa scored the only goal. Northeast tied it up with less than four minutes to go with a questionable penalty kick. Two days later, Saugus beat Pioneer Charter School of Science, 3-1. Captain Isaac Cesco scored with an assist from Jhony Castillo Avila, and Captain Xavier Martinez scored an exciting header from a perfect corner kick. He then scored again later to wrap up the game with an assist from Carlos Miranda. Saugus is 6-8-3 with one game to go. It will have to make the playoffs via the rankings system by finishing in the top 32. Football Sachems fall to Gloucester as defensive struggles continue By Dom Nicastro T he Saugus High School football team suffered its fourth straight loss on Friday night, Oct. 18, falling 32-12 to Gloucester at home. Despite some promising offensive drives and two touchdowns from Ryan Shea, the Sachems were unable to contain Gloucester’s run game, dropping their record to 1-5 on the season. Gloucester’s star running back Joseph Allen had his way with the Saugus defense, rushing for 293 yards on 18 carries and scoring three touchdowns. Allen broke free for two long touchdown runs of over 70 yards, exploiting gaps in the Sachems’ defense. “They hit us on the edge a little bit,” said Saugus coach Steve Cummings. “Number 21 [Allen] had two really long runs, and when you break those big plays, it’s going to help your cause on the stat sheet. He’s a good back, and they blocked things up really well. We were just a little bit slow on a couple of reads, and they exploited some gaps early.” The Sachems moved the ball well on offense but struggled to finish drives. Outside of their scores, three times Saugus advanced into the Gloucester red zone, but the Sachems failed to convert any of those chances into points. The team’s two scores came from senior Ryan Shea, who had a 10-yard touchdown run on a jet sweep and a 25-yard touchdown catch from freshman quarterback Eli Fialho. “We moved the ball well at times, but when you get into the red zone and take a sack, you’re suddenly second-and-18 from the 25-yard line, and that’s tough to recover from,” Cummings said. “We’ve got to make sure those drives end in points, not with fourth-down turnovers.” The Sachems punted only once in the game, highlighting their ability to move the ball between the 20s. However, mistakes in critical moments, including sacks and penalties, derailed key drives. “We’re young in certain spots, and we’re learning from it,” Cummings added. “But we’re getting better. The ball moved, and we had chances, but we’ve just got to get a little tighter on certain aspects of the game and try to build and get better for Friday.” On the defensive side, Saugus struggled to stop Gloucester’s Wing-T offense. The Sachems gave up multiple big plays, with Allen leading the charge for the Fishermen. Cummings acknowledged the difficulty of defending against such a unique offensive scheme. “Wing-T is hard to stop when you don’t run it yourself,” Cummings said. “It’s the speed and crispness of how they run it. We struggled with Winthrop, too, who also runs a Wing-T, so that’s something we’ve got to keep working on.” Looking ahead, Saugus faces a tough challenge Friday night, Oct. 25, when they travel to face Swampscott (4-2), which currently sits in first place in the Northeastern Conference. “Swampscott is on pace to win our league,” Cummings said. “They’ve already beaten Winthrop and Gloucester, so we know it’s going to be tough. They run more of a spread offense, which presents its own challenges. Their screen game is second to none, and they’ve got really good athletes on the perimeter. We’ll need to tighten up some aspects of our Sachems QB Jordan Rodrigues handed the ball off to running back Pablo DeJesus in recent action against Winthrop. (Advocate file photo) game and be ready for the challenge.” The game against Swampscott will kick off at 7 p.m. on the road, with Saugus hoping to snap their losing streak before closing out the regular season at Chelsea the following week.

THE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FriDAy, OCTObEr 25, 2024 Page 13 Saugus High School Sachems celebrate cheerleaders, football players, and band members on Senior Night Football player Anthony DeAngelis was accompanied by his proud father David, his aunt Lisa and his girlfriend, Lais Gomez. Cheerleader Gabriella Mund was accompanied by her proud family: mother Chaiane Guessi, brother Jayden Mund, grandmother Patricia Guessi, godmother Priscila Madeira and uncle Mateus Guessi. Football player Samy Chahid was accompanied by his brother Ryan, his girlfriend Angie Lopez and his mother, Saida. Cheerleader Rhianna Rodriguez was accompanied by her proud family: father Israel Rodriguez, sister Jaelyn Spinelli, mother Roselyn DeLeon and boyfriend Miguel Gomes. Seniors took a group photograph. Shown from left to right: Standing: Connor Bloom, Cody Munafo, Wilderson Lafortune, Anthony DeAngelis and Samy Chahid; seated: Gabriela Mund, Rhianna Rodriguez, Sofia Correa and Nyah Similien. Band member Tiago Oliveira couldn’t be present, but he was recognized. (Advocate photos by Tara Vocino) Cheerleader Sofia Correa was accompanied by her proud parents, Ida Iannalfo and William Correa, during last Friday’s Football, Cheer and Band Senior Night at Saugus High School. Football player Connor Bloom was accompanied by his proud parents, Jean and Kris. Football player Wilderson Lafortune was accompanied by his proud mother, Carline, and his brother, Nathan. Cheerleader Nyah Similien was accompanied by her proud mother, Ruth Baptiste.

Page 14 THE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FriDAy, OCTObEr 25, 2024 The Sounds of Saugus By Mark E. Vogler Good morning, Saugus If you haven’t grabbed your pumpkin yet, stop by Saugus Center and admire the “Orange Glow,” which spreads across the Hamilton Street side lawn of First Congregational Church, facing Saugus Town Hall. If you hang around the town’s Pumpkin Patch long enough, you might catch the spirit of the fall season. At least a few Saugonians told me so. And after nine years as editor of The Saugus Advocate and walking past that field of pumpkins, I’m inclined to agree. There seems to be a lot of love and kindness on that lawn this time of year. Counting today, there are seven more days to enjoy the pumpkins. They are open daily from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. And if you already have one, pick one up for a loved one or friend who can’t get out of their house – perhaps somebody who is in a nursing home or assisted living or just plain homebound. Why not brighten up that person’s day with a pumpkin? Spread the spirit of the “Orange Glow.” You’ll make their day. Last call for the Field of Flags Another great display of community pride and spirit that adds character to Saugus Center in the autumn season is the Veteran’s Day Field of Flags. That field lasts just a few days, but gives all Saugonians a way to honor the favorite veterans of their lives – living and deceased. Heck, some kind soul even planted a flag for my late twin brother Lance, a Vietnam War veteran who died on Memorial Day in a 1978 motorcycle accident in my hometown of Swansea. So, though I am not from Saugus, I still feel a part of the Field of Flags. So, there’s plenty of latitude in who you can honor. But, if you want to honor the special veterans of your life, you better hurry. Gail Cassarino of the Parson Roby Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR) wants to remind the public that there is only A SNEAK PEAK: Here’s a photo shot on Tuesday night (Oct. 15) through an open door of the new and improved second floor auditorium at Saugus Town Hall, which was supposed to be ready in time for last night’s Board of Selectmen’s meeting. one week left to sponsor a flag for the 4th annual Veteran’s Day Field of Flags that will be placed on the lawn of Saugus Town Hall to honor and remember all veterans on Nov. 11. I’ll let Gail tell you: “The Parson Roby Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution 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 on the Saugus Town Hall prior to Nov. 11th and will wave throughout the week until Nov. 12th 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 October 30th. “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 to Treasurer, 27 Pearson St., Saugus, MA 01906. After noon on Nov. 11th, 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. REMEMBER OUR VETERANS! “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 America’s future through education and promoting patriotism. For more information on how to sponsor a flag or in joining the Parson Roby Chapter DAR, please email parsonroby.saugusdar@gmail.com.” Sounds like a very noble cause. A new Saugus Advocate deadline There are changes going on in the production process of The Saugus Advocate, the town’s only exclusively-Saugus newspaper that is delivered to locations all over town on Fridays. I won’t bore you with the details, other than to tell you that I have to make adjustments in how I do my job to make sure the paper gets out on time. My deadlines have been moved up. So, if you have an announcement, news item or notice that you want to submit for the Friday paper, it’s best to email it to me at mvoge@comcast.net by Tuesday night. If I receive something early Wednesday morning, I will try to get it in. But if you wait till Wednesday, your chances of getting something in that week’s paper are greatly reduced. Most of us don’t like change. But life is full of adjustments. In my five-decades-plus of newspapering, I’ve gone from dictating stories over the phone from my notebook, to typing out articles on the old Underwood Manual typewriter, to using IBM Selectric typewriters (you had to type flawlessly and white out any mistakes before scanning each page), to using a teletype machine, to various typewriters that hooked up with a telephone and finally through various computers – most recently a Dell 2-in-1 desktop that needs to be replaced within the coming year. So change is inevitable. And there will be changes coming as we continue to produce The Saugus Advocate. Food Pantry notes The Saugus United Parish Food Pantry will be open today (Friday, Oct. 25) from 9:3011 a.m. at 50 Essex St. in the basement of Cliftondale Congregational Church. The Saugus United Parish Food Pantry welcomes all neighbors facing food insecurity. If you are able to donate to the food pantry, you can also stop by during those hours or drop donations off at the Saugus Public Library during library hours. Legion Breakfasts today The American Legion Post 210 has begun its 2024-25 breakfast season. There’s a good deal for Saugus veterans and other folks who enjoy a hearty breakfast on Friday mornings. Doors open at 7:30 a.m., with breakfast served from 8-9:00 a.m. for an $8 donation. Veterans who cannot afford the donation may be served free. This week’s “SHOUT OUTs” We received several nominations for a “Shout Out” this week. Here they are: • Laurie Davis, director of the Saugus Senior Center and Board Member for the MEG Foundation: “On Tuesday, October 15th, Saugus Boy Scouts, Troop 62, volunteered at the MEG Foundation to prepare for the upcoming Christmas Tree Festival. Fran Lynch, Sean Lynch, Logan Sacco, Sean O’Connell Jr., Riley Anderson, John Kane and Raymond McDougal. We truly appreciate all their hard work and dedication to the community.” • Precinct 6 Town Meeting Member Jeanie Bartolo: “This ‘Shout Out’ is for my fellow Town Meeting Member, Sue Palomba, Precinct 1. Sue was honored as Citizen of the Year, receiving five Citations from the Saugus-Everett Elks at their Italian Night October 17th. It was a celebration of Heritage, Community, and Service. Congratulations Sue!” • Angela Hogan: “I would like to send a ‘shout out’ to my ‘friend,’ Margie Berkowitch … Congratulations on winning not 1, but 2 Blue Ribbons for your beautiful Quilts at the THE SOUNDS | SEE PAGE 16

THE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FriDAy, OCTObEr 25, 2024 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 M y family has been working on our bucket list for Fall: picking apples in Peabody, sipping cider and choosing pumpkins from the “patch” in Saugus center and various farm stands in nearby towns, then back to the pumpkin patch again! Walks after dark reveal some interesting decorations and light displays. Fall color is wonderful everywhere in town. The Saugus Iron Works gift shop and museum will only be open until Halloween, with the last tours of the season being offered that day, although the grounds will still be accessible after that. Wallace, the Iron Works pumpkin – named for Wallace Nutting, who owned the Appleton-Taylor-Mansfield House and sold photographs in the early 20th century – may sit comfortably on the house steps for a few more weeks. The sugar maples (Acer saccharum) and other trees have been in their autumn splendor, and several portrait photographers and their clients have been taking advantage of the seasonal atmosphere. In recent years “goth gardens,” featuring flowers with moody hues of dark purples from eggplant to nearly black, have become a popular style. Breeders have been busy developing new dark hued flowers and all kinds of dark foliaged plants. Dahlias are popular summer to fall flowers that bloom from midsummer through fall, right up until frost. They grow from tubers, like a potato, although they are often grouped with other geophyte plants, such as tender bulbs, in the garden center in spring. In climates below zone 8 (ours is 6a), they cannot be left in the ground for the winter, but must be dug up, stored in a freezefree area until late May and replanted. They must be kept in relatively dry conditions to avoid rotting over the winter. Basements are not ideal because of moisture, and plastic bags or other containers are not as reliable as a paper bag or other “breathable” container. New tubers are available from nurseries in late spring. Dahlias are displayed every year in the flower barn at the Topsfield Fair. The dahlia pictured above is one of several in Sandy Mears’ garden and is one of the increasingly popular dark purple varieties. Sorbet Black Delight pansy (Viola williamsii ‘Sorbet Black Delight’) has nearly black petThis purple dahlia in Sandy Mears’ garden is still blooming. (Photo courtesy of Sandy Mears) The perennial monkshood is a late bloomer with purple or blue blossoms on tall stalks. (Photo courtesy of Laura Eisener) This Halloween vignette includes Montauk daisies and zebra grass from the garden in a vase wearing a pumpkin costume – as well as seasonal gourds and a black cat witch. (Photo courtesy of Laura Eisener) als with light purple and yellow “eye” in the center of the blossom. It is a cross between a pansy (Viola wittrockiana) and a horned violet (Viola cornuta), which has narrower, non-overlapping petals. The hybrids look a lot like a small pansy or like the old-fashioned Johnny-jump-up (Viola tricolor) and may have multicolored petal or solid colors. One of the most cold and heat tolerant of the pansy types, it can be expected to bloom well into winter if planted in the ground rather than kept in a container. Like many pansies and pansy hybrids, it is a biennial, which means that it has a lifespan of two years from seed but does not usually bloom the first year, so most pansies you find in garden centers are already in their second year, and while they may continue blooming for several months the original plant does not return after its blooming season is over. However, these plants do tend to self-seed so you should not be surprised to see their offspring coming up nearby in other parts of the garden. Other breeders have produced some pansy relatives with similarly dark flowers like ‘Black Velvet,’ ‘Black Magic,’ which has a slightly larger flower and ‘Bowles’ Black,’ which has a larger light purple “eye” radiating out from A Halloween display in my driveway of pumpkins and squash seems to have frightened a Halloween cat. (Photo courtesy of Laura Eisener) This nearly black pansy will bloom until late in the fall in a container, but even longer if planted in the ground. (Photo courtesy of Laura Eisener) the flower’s center. A tall mid-fall perennial that used to be more widely available is Chinese monkshood or wolfbane (Aconitum carmichaellii) in the buttercup family (Ranunculaceae). The flowers are often blue to purplish, and they look somewhat similar to their relative Delphinium except for the hooded shape to the upper petals. The plant is very toxic if eaten, and a few people experience a rash from handling it. However, it is a very striking plant for part shade and is one of the handful of species that can have true blue flowers. Montauk daisies (Nipponanthemum nipponicum) are currently blooming in many places in town. I brought in a few flowers from my garden and paired them with ornamental dwarf zebra grass (Miscanthus sinensis ‘Adagio’) in a hyacinth jar. In keeping with the Halloween season, the vase wears a pumpkin outfit originally sold as a pet costume for a bearded dragon. The Velcro straps of the costume fit well around the container and allow it to be quickly removed for a different look later. Editor’s Note: Laura Eisener is a landscape design consultant who helps homeowners with landscape design, plant selection and placement of trees and shrubs, as well as perennials. She is a member of the Saugus Garden Club and offered to write a series of articles about “what’s blooming in town” shortly after the outbreak of the COVID-19 pandemic. She was inspired after seeing so many people taking up walking.

Page 16 THE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FriDAy, OCTObEr 25, 2024 - LEGAL NOTICE - COMMONWEALTH OF MASSACHUSETTS THE TRIAL COURT PROBATE AND FAMILY COURT Essex Division Docket No. ES24P249EA Estate of: THOMAS RUSSO Also Known As: TOM RUSSO Date of Death: November 21, 2023 INFORMAL PROBATE PUBLICATION NOTICE To all persons interested in the above captioned estate, by Petition of Petitioner Gene Russo of Saugus, MA a Will has been admitted to informal probate. Gene Russo of Saugus, 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 25, 2024 LET THE PROS HANDLE IT! ™ A Special Say “NO” to Cleaning Out Your Gutters. Protect Your Home With LeafFilter. 20 10% OFF Your Entire Purchase* FREE INSPECTION! BEFORE AFTER + % OFF Seniors + Military ++ We off er fi nancing that fi ts your budget!1 Promo: 285 CALL TODAY FOR A 1-888-617-2908 + See Representative for full warranty details. *One coupon per household. 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FULL SERVICE GUTTER PROTECTION – SCHEDULE YOUR FREE INSPECTION NOW! 1-888-617-2908 Shout Out to Coach T.’s kid runners If you happen to be ar ound Breakhear t Reservation t omor r o w morning (Saturday, Oct. 26) at around 10, and happen to see about 10 kids running in Halloween costumes, give them a “Shout Out.” These are kids from the Elementa r y School Cross Country team who attend the Belmonte STEAM Academy. They are coached by A SHOUT OUT TO THE SCOUTS: On Tuesday, Oct. 15, Saugus Boy Scouts, Troop 62, volunteered at the MEG Foundation to prepare for the upcoming Christmas Tree Festival. Pictured above are Fran Lynch, Sean Lynch, Logan Sacco, Sean O’Connell Jr., Riley Anderson, John Kane and Raymond McDougal. (Courtesy photo to The Saugus Advocate) THE SOUNDS | FROM PAGE 14 Topsfield Fair…Friendship with you is just like your ‘quilts’ …. loving, warm & comfort to my soul … so again ‘Congratulations Margie’ God Bless.” • Joyce Rodenhiser: “Let’s have a shout out for Elaine and Ralph at the Saugus Senior Center who are working all this week on a Yard Sale at the Center to benefit the Center. They work tirelessly, also, every day at the Senior Center as do many other volunteers!” Chris Tarantino and his assistant Coach, Steve Boudreau. Chris’ daughter Naomi, now in the 7th grade, helps out as a mentor. This team is not sanctioned by the town or the School Department, but is made up of students who enjoy running and Coach T.’s instruction. They include the following: Annalisa Ferrara, grade 5; Santino Diciero, grade 1; AJ Diciero, grade 3; Michael Wheeler, grade 3; Xavier Mazariegos-Darnell, grade 3; Ben Belliveau, grade 4; Luke Porrazzo, grade 4; Imrane Rahou, grade 5; Liam Marcu, grade 5; and Luiz Sena, grade 5. These are the same kids who will be running on Veterans Day, Nov. 11, at Gannon Golf Course at Lynn Woods. They will be competing that day against school Cross Country teams from all over the state in the Massachusetts Elementary School Cross Country Championship Race. There will be a boys race and a girls race running in two divisions: grades 1-3 will run a course of 6 tenths of a mile; grades 4 and 5 will run a 1.2 mile course. The race will be held on the 8th green of the golf course. If you are at Breakheart tomorrow and see these kids running by, give them a loud “Shout Out.” 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. Final week of In-Person Early Voting There are just 11 more days until the Nov. 5 presidential election. For those folks who want to avoid the crowds at their Precinct voting location, there are still seven more days of In-Person Early voting at the Saugus Public Library: Friday, Oct. 25, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 26, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Monday, Oct. 28, 8:30 a.m. to 7 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 29, 8:15 a.m. to 5 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 30, 8:15 a.m. to 5 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 31, 8:15 a.m. to 5 p.m. Friday, Nov. 1, 8:15 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Voting will take place in the Community Room of the library at 295 Central St. Residents who come to cast their vote early should use the Taylor Street entrance. Household Hazardous Waste Day The town will host a Household Hazardous Waste Day on Saturday, Oct. 26, from 9 a.m. to noon at Belmonte STEAM Academy (25 Dow St.). There is no cost to Saugus residents who discard allowed items at the Household Hazardous Waste Day. The following SOUNDS | SEE PAGE 17

THE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FriDAy, OCTObEr 25, 2024 Page 17 THE SOUNDS | FROM PAGE 16 items can be disposed of at this event: Household Materials: Acids (Corrosives); Aerosol Cans; Art Supplies; Batteries; Chemistry Set and Photography Chemicals; Fiberglass Resins; Furniture, Floor and 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 (Note: Latex paint can be dried out and disposed of with your curbside trash.); Lawn and Garden Materials; Cesspool Cleaners (Corrosives); Flammable Liquids/ Gasoline; Flea and Tick Powders; Fire Starters; Herbicides and Pesticides; No-Pest Strips; Poisons; Pool Chemicals; Propane Tanks, Empty or Up to 20 lbs.; Automotive Products; Antifreeze; Batteries; Brake Fluid; Carburetor Cleaner; Oil (used) and Radiator Flush Solvents and Degreasers; Tire Cleaners; Transmission Fluid. Please contact Town of Saugus Recycling Director Scott Brazis at 781-231-4036 with any questions. Halloween at Town Hall Saugus will officially welcome its children for a Trickor-Treat event on Oct. 31. Town Manager Scott C. Crabtree said recently that he plans on opening Town Hall to Saugus children for 90 minutes on Halloween afternoon for a special trick-or-treat event. Children and their parents or guardians are invited to stop by Town Hall on Thursday, Oct. 31, from 2:30-4 p.m. They will be greeted by Town Hall employees, who will hand out candy and assorted treats to the visitors. “We’d love to see Saugus families join us for this fun – and free – Halloween celebration,” the town manager said in a press release issued by his office. Saugus Town Hall is located at 298 Central St. in Saugus. A Shred-It event for residents Nov. 2 The Town of Saugus will host a document shredding event for Saugus residents on Saturday, Nov. 2. The shredding event will take place behind the Saugus Department of Public Works at 515 Main St. and will run from 8 a.m. to noon. This event is for Saugus residents only and there is no cost to participate. Please contact Solid Waste/ Recycling Coordinator Scott A. Brazis at 781-231-4036 with any questions. A free program about trains on Nov. 13 The Saugus Historical Society meeting on November 13 will feature a mini-symposium about trains. Todd Geig will be presenting to the Saugus Historical Society an overview of how he came to model railroading through a fascination with the legendary Boston, Revere Beach and Lynn railroad (aka The Narrow Gauge), which ran from 1875 to 1940 and was instrumental in the development of the North Shore. His model layout of this historical local line was on view in the Lynn Museum last winter. Also, Bill Stewart, the “Old Sachem,” will talk about a train wreck on the Saugus Branch in 1871. Laura Eisener will speak about the present developments on the rail trail of the former Saugus Branch line, which will eventually connect this popular bicycle and walking trail to the sea. The program will begin at 7 p.m. at 30 Main St. in Saugus. It is free and open to the public. Light refreshments will be served. Saugus 4-1-1 gearing up for 2025 Selectman Corinne Riley, who was the driving force behind a nifty program that helps newcomers to Saugus – as well as old-timers – get better acquainted with their community, said she regrets that “Saugus 4-1-1” didn’t happen this fall after successful Saturdays at the Saugus Middle-High School over the past two years. “The Saugus 4-1-1 Committee would like everyone to know that the Saugus 4-1-1 event will be taking place, but will be held in March 2025,” Selectman Riley said in a recent announcement. “Invitations to all new res- LEGAL NOTICE - COMMONWEALTH OF MASSACHUSETTS THE TRIAL COURT PROBATE AND FAMILY COURT Essex Division Docket No. ES24P2606EA Estate of: JAMES E. CROTTY Also Known As: JAMES CROTTY Date of Death: May 02, 2024 INFORMAL PROBATE PUBLICATION NOTICE To all persons interested in the above captioned estate, by Petition of Petitioner Avery Crotty of East Kingston, NH Avery Crotty of East Kingston, NH 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 25, 2024 idents as well as non-profits will be mailed out in January. We are looking forward to having this wonderful event for new residents as well as those who have been here for years to learn what Saugus has to offer! More detailed information will be coming soon,” she said. Stay tuned for updates on “Saugus 4-1-1.” Fall Curbside Leaf Collection Dates Town Manager Scott Crabtree’s office this week released the dates for the fall curbside leaf collection: Monday, Oct. 28 to Friday, Nov. 1; Tuesday, Nov. 12 to Saturday, Nov. 16 (oneday delay this week due to Veterans Day); Monday, Dec. 2 to Friday, Dec. 6. Residents may dispose of leaves curbside on their regularly scheduled collection day, between Monday and Friday on these dates listSOUNDS | SEE PAGE 18 - 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. ES24P3080EA Estate of: KEVIN PATRICK DURKIN Date of Death: 08/14/2024 CITATION ON PETITION FOR FORMAL ADJUDICATION To all interested persons: A Petition for Formal Adjudication of Intestacy and Appointment of Personal Representative has been filed by Joanne M. Culipher 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: Joanne M. Culipher 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 11/18/2024. 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 11, 2024 PAMELA A. CASEY O’BRIEN REGISTER OF PROBATE October 25, 2024

Page 18 THE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FriDAy, OCTObEr 25, 2024 THE SOUNDS | FROM PAGE 17 ed. Leaves should be left outside at the curb by 7 a.m. on the appropriate days. Please ensure that leaf containers are physically separated from trash and recycling. Paper leaf bags are the preferred method of leaf disposal. If you are using barrels, they must be clearly marked with yard waste stickers. Yard waste stickers, which are free, may be obtained at Inspectional Services in the lower level of Saugus Town Hall at 298 Central St., or at the Saugus Department of Public Works at 515 Main St. Barrel covers must remain removed so that the leaves are visible. Plastic bags, cardboard boxes, branches and brush will not be accepted. Please note that separate trucks collect the rubbish, recycling and leaves, so the leaves may be collected at a diff erent time of day. “Missed pickups” will not be conducted. Please contact Recycling Director Scott Brazis at 781-2314036 with any questions. Hammersmith Quilters Guild Craft Fair is Nov. 6 The Hammersmith Quilters Guild Craft Fair will be held Wednesday, Nov. 6, from 7-8:30 p.m. at the Saugus Senior Center (466 Central St., Saugus). The Guild members will be selling handmade, beautiful items. Think holiday shopping! Cash and checks are recommended. A scissors sharpener will be available. www.hqgsaugus.org Selectmen meet Nov. 7 Meredith Casagrande, the clerk of the Board of Selectmen, announced that the board meeting set for Oct. 29 has been canceled because there is nothing on the agenda for that date. The next meeting scheduled will be Nov. 7, 2024, at 7 p.m. in the Auditorium in Town Hall – to be followed by Nov. 19 at 7 p.m. Here’s what’s going on at the Saugus Public Library Five bucks for a bag of books! The New Friends of the Saugus Public Library are offering quite a bargain – $5 for a bag of books. Purchase a New Friends of the Saugus Public Library mesh book bag at the Main Desk for $5 and fi ll it with as many books as you’d like. Proceeds benefi t the New Friends so they can support public library services in Saugus. Pongala Photographs: Susan Olesiw has been visiting India and photographing its people and festivals since 1976. In her photograph exhibit on display this month and November in the fi rst fl oor readRON’S OIL Call For PRICE MELROSE, MA 02176 NEW CUSTOMER’S WELCOME ACCEPTING VISA, MASTERCARD & DISCOVER (781) 397-1930 OR (781) 662-8884 100 GALLON MINIMUM ing room at the Saugus Public Library, she focuses on the ninth day of the annual 10-day Pongala festival held in Trivandrum, Kerala, South India. It is the largest gathering of women in the world; up to two and a half million women attend each year, and though primarily Hindu, the festival is open to all devotees of any faith. The color photograph display and the photo captions are worth checking out. Halloween Costume Party at the Iron Works: There will be costumes, candy and dancing at the Saugus Iron Works National Historic Site on Thursday, Oct. 31, in a Halloween Costume Parade being organized by the Saugus Public Library. Meet us at the Iron Works in your costume for Halloween music, a parade and trick or treating. Special guest Matt Heaton will perform seasonal tunes. Please check the online event calendar for weather updates. A Pumpkin Parade at the library: Decorate a pumpkin inspired by a favorite book! Paint it. Dress it. But don’t carve it. Ages three to 12. Drop off the pumpkins until Oct. 27. All participants will win a Halloween treat. MEG’s Christmas Tree Festival The MEG Foundation’s 2024 Christmas Tree Festival will open on Nov. 8, from 3-8 p.m. and continue on Nov. 9, from 3 to 8 p.m.; Nov. 10, from noon to 5 p.m.; Nov. 15, from 3 to 8 p.m.; and Nov. 16, from 3 to 8 p.m. Stay tuned for more details or contact Linda Ross at 617-686-4645. Notes from the Town Democratic Party SOUNDS | SEE PAGE 19 Say nior Say nr Sa y Senior Senio by Jim Miller Best CPAP Alternatives for Sleep Apnea Dear Savvy Senior, I’ve been diagnosed with sleep apnea and have been trying to use a CPAP device for the past six months but can’t tolerate it. Are there any alternative treatment options you can tell me about? Sleepy Sam Dear Sam, I’m sorry to hear your CPAP mask is keeping you awake at night, but I’m happy to hear that you’re addressing your obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) problem. Left untreated, OSA is linked to daytime sleepiness and an increased risk of anxiety, diabetes, hypertension and stroke. For those whose aren’t familiar, OSA causes your breathing to pause during sleep because something blocks your airway, like your tongue or relaxed throat muscles. Losing weight, quitting smoking, and limiting alcohol can all help ease obstructive sleep apnea symptoms such as snoring. The primary treatment for people with moderate or severe OSA is a continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) machine, which keeps your airway open by pumping air through a mask you wear over your mouth and/or nose when you sleep. But many people, like yourself, have diffi culty tolerating CPAP and don’t stick with it. But CPAP machines have become smaller and quieter, with more comfortable options available. And for some people with mild to moderate OSA, less invasive alternatives to CPAP may be worth considering. Here are several to ask your doctor about. Dental device: This is designed to move the jaw so that the tongue shifts toward the front of the mouth to help keep the airway open. It’s one of the primary alternatives to CPAP and can also be used with CPAP to help make severe obstructive sleep apnea milder. A dentist who specializes in sleep medicine (fi nd one at dentalsleep. org) will be able to customize its fi t to help your breathing without causing harm to your bite or teeth. These custom-made oral appliances can cost between $2,000 and $4,000 but may be covered by insurance. There are much cheaper options available online to treat snoring, but experts say these may not help with OSA, and could move teeth out of place or cause jaw issues if they’re not properly fi tted. Position therapy: For some, sleeping on the back can make obstructive sleep apnea dramatically worse. In these cases, switching to side sleeping – perhaps using pillows or a tennis ball attached to a shirt back – can sometimes help. Tongue trainer: In 2021, the Food and Drug Administration approved a tongue-stimulating device for mild sleep apnea called eXciteOSA (exciteosa.com), which people wear for 20 minutes a day for six weeks and then 20 minutes a couple of times a week indefi nitely. It costs $1,650 and is not covered by insurance. Surgery: Those who can’t tolerate CPAP could have upper airway surgery to reduce the size of their soft palate or other tissue in their throat. But such options don’t always work, have serious potential complications, and cannot be reversed. So, in general, they should not be fi rstline treatments. A newer option is a surgically implanted device called Inspire (inspiresleep.com). Approved in 2014, it stimulates a nerve that moves your tongue to keep your airway open. Inspire can be removed if it is not tolerated, but it should also be tried only if someone is unable to use CPAP, and it is not an option for everyone. Drug therapy: A new study, recently published in the New England Journal of Medicine, found that tirzepatide – the main ingredient found in type 2 diabetes medication Mounjaro and weight loss treatment Zepbound – helps reduce symptom severity by almost twothirds in adults with obesity and obstructive sleep apnea. Ask your doctor about this option. Send your senior questions to: Savvy Senior, P.O. Box 5443, Norman, OK 73070, or visit SavvySenior.org. Jim Miller is a contributor to the NBC Today show and author of “The Savvy Senior” book. ior

THE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FriDAy, OCTObEr 25, 2024 Page 19 THE SOUNDS | FROM PAGE 18 Rides to the polls “The Saugus Democratic Town Committee encourages all residents to vote in all elections, but even more importantly in the upcoming Presidential Election on November 5th. To ensure all have the opportunity to vote, we are offering free rides to your voting location on Tuesday, November 5, from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Reservations appreciated by Friday, November 1st by contacting Mary Robblee at (617) 2405439 or via email at mrobb48@ aol.com (Same day requests will be accepted if possible).” Food pantry donations “The Saugus Democratic Town Committee is supporting and encouraging food donaSOUNDS | SEE PAGE 21 - 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. ES24P3040EA Estate of: DENNIS M. QUINN Date of Death: 07/15/2024 CITATION ON PETITION FOR FORMAL ADJUDICATION To all interested persons: A Petition for Formal Adjudication of Intestacy and Appointment of Personal Representative has been filed by Charlene Kernen (O.B.O. Chestn) 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: Rachael Stanton of Marion, MA be appointed as Personal Representative(s) of said estate to serve With Corporate 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 11/18/2024. 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 08, 2024 PAMELA A. CASEY O’BRIEN REGISTER OF PROBATE October 25, 2024 I GIFT TAXES AND MEDICAID IRREVOCABLE TRUSTS If your principal residence is f you transfer your home or investment assets into an irrevocable Trust, no gift taxes will be owed if the Trust is drafted in such a way as to avoid a completed gift. If the Settor of the irrevocable Trust reserves the right to determine the ultimate beneficiaries of the Trust, under Internal Revenue Code Section 2511 and Treasury Regulation Section 25.2511-2C, the transfer into the Trust will not be a completed gift. Since there is no gift tax in Massachusetts and the current gift tax exemption is $13.6million, most people decide not to even bother filing a gift tax return for informational purposes only. In a typical Medicaid irrevocable Trust, it is structured as a grantor-type trust for both income tax purposes and capital gains tax purposes. Therefore, if there was a rental property titled in the name of the irrevocable Trust, the Trust would file its own income tax return under its own federal ID number and the Settlor of the Trust would receive a Grantor letter in order for the Settlor to report the net rental income or loss on his or her own individual income tax return. The same would be true for any dividend income, interest income or capital gain distributions generated by the irrevocable Trust as a result of transferring any bank account, brokerage account or other investment account to the irrevocable Trust. Since the transfer to the irrevocable Trust involves an incomplete gift, the other benefit will be that the appreciated real estate or stocks, for example, in a brokerage account, will receive a step-up in cost basis at the time of the Settlor’s death, thereby providing the beneficiaries of the irrevocable Trust a fresh starting point with the cost basis equal to the fair market value of the underlying Trust assets at the time of the Settlor’s death. Therefore, if the real estate or stock portfolio is then sold within a short period of time after the Settlor’s death, there would be either no capital gain or little capital gain to be recognized upon that subsequent sale. transferred to the irrevocable Trust, and you wish to sell in the future, the Settlors of the Trust would enjoy the benefit of a $500,000 capital gain tax exclusion. For a single Settlor, the capital gain exclusion would be $250,000. If deeding to children outright, if the children do not live in the home, they will not receive the benefit of the capital gain exclusion. Since the home is not their principal residence, and there has been a completed gift, there is a strong likelihood that the children will have to pay a capital gains tax based on their portion of the total capital gain. If the parents deeded to the children with a reserved life estate, a completed gift will have occurred and the capital gain would have to be allocated to the life tenants and the remaindermen, based upon the Book Aleph table and IRS Section 7520 interest rates applicable at the time of the sale. An irrevocable Trust would avoid those tax issues, would avoid probate and would start the five-year look-back period in order to protect the Trust assets from a nursing home. Joseph D. 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He spent the last five years at Charter Contracting as a project superintendent and quality control manager, most recently managing the Muddy River Flood Risk Mitigation and Restoration Project in Boston, Crabtree said. Hallion previously served as a quality control manager at Great Lakes Dredge & Dock in Saratoga Springs, N.Y. Hallion earned a bachelor of science degree in civil engineering from Wentworth Institute of Technology. His skills include site/ project management, AutoCAD/civil 3D, estimating and planning, volume calculations, quantity tracking, work plans/submittals, scheduling, environmental remediation, surveying, marine construction, demolition, dredging/beach nourishment and wetland shelf installation.

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THE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FriDAy, OCTObEr 25, 2024 Page 21 OBITUARIES Patricia “Pat” A. (O’Brien) Dowd SOUNDS | FROM PAGE 19 tions to the Saugus United Parish Food Pantry’s Thanksgiving Meal Drive. Donations of any of the below items are being accepted through November 8th by dropping items off at the donation bin in the Library, at the Cliftondale Congregational Church on Fridays from 8:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m., or by appointment. If you have donation items that you cannot drop off, please let Mary Robblee know by contacting her at (617) 240-5439 or via email THE SOUNDS | SEE PAGE 22 We follow Social Distancing Guidelines! $$ I PAY CASH $$ O f Saugus, formerly of Somerville. Died peacefully on October 17th at home surrounded by her three loving children at the age of 82. Pat was preceded in death by her beloved husband John F. Dowd, as well as her parents John & Marguerite (Joy) O’Brien and her sister & brother-in-law Maureen & Allen McSherry. Pat is survived by her devoted children Christopher Dowd of Saugus, formally Brighton, Timothy Dowd of Saugus & Julie Lardizzone & her husband Dennis of Sturbridge. Pat was also the proud and loving Nanny to Nathan and Kayla. She also leaves her sister & brotherin-law, Kathleen (O’Brien) &Thomas Faulkner of Bradford, and many loving nieces, nephews, family and friends. Mrs. Dowd was educated at Chandler’s in Boston and worked for many years as a secretary before staying home to be a loving mother for her children. She later worked as an administrative assistant for the Saugus School Dept. Relatives and friends were invited to attend visiting hours at Bisbee-Porcella Funeral Home, Saugus on Tuesday. Funeral was held at the funeral home on Wednesday followed by a funeral mass at Blessed Sacrament Church, Saugus. Interment Westview Cemetery, Lexington. In lieu of flowers, donations in Pat’s memory can be made to The Alzheimer’s Association @alz. org/manh. for World War II military items. Top prices paid for helmets, swords, daggers, uniforms, etc. Call 617-719-1698 Aging in Place? AmeriGlide offers affordable stair lifts to keep you safe on the stairs. Benefits of an AmeriGlide stair lift: Regain your independence Eliminate the risk of falls on the stairs Access all levels of your home CALL NOW TO SAVE $200 1-844-237-6716 r ON ANY STAIR LIFT! Your Hometown News Delivered! Call today and r FREE SHOWER P PLUS $1600 OFF GE 0 OFF 1-844-609-10661 With purchase of a new Safe Step Walk-In Tub. Not applicable with any previous y walk-in tub purchase. Offer available while supplies last. No cash value. Must present offer at time of purchase. CSLB 1082165 NSCB 0082999 0083445 The Kid Does Clean Outs From 1 item to 1,000 * Basements * Homes * Backyards * Commercial Buildings The cheapest prices around! Call Eric: (857) 322-2854 EVERETT ADVOCATE MALDEN ADVOCATE REVERE ADVOCATE SAUGUS ADVOCATE One year subscription to The Advocate of your choice: $175 per paper in-town per year or $225 per paper out-of-town per year. Name_________________________________________ Address_______________________________________ City_______________ State_______ Zip ____________ CC# _______________________________ Exp. _____ Sec. code____ Advocate (City):___________________ Clip & Mail Coupon with Credit Card, Check or Money Order to: Advocate Newspapers Inc. PO Box 490407, Everett, MA 02149 SPECIAL OFFER

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Page 24 THE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FriDAy, OCTObEr 25, 2024 38 MAIN ST, SAUGUS 781-233-1401 624 SALEM ST, LYNNFIELD LITTLEFIELDRE.COM FOR SALE - ONE FLOOR LIVING WITH 3 BEDS, 2 BATHS, LARGE ROOMS, 3 CAR GARAGE, AND ROOM FOR EXTENDED FAMILY. SAUGUS $599,900 CALL KEITH 781-389-0791 FOR SALE - TWO FAMILY LOCATED ON EVERETT LINE CLOSE TO MALDEN SQUARE. EACH UNIT HAS 2 BEDS, 1 BATH. COMPLETELY RENOVATED 12 YRS AGO. LARGE LOT. MALDEN $829,900 CALL DEBBIE 617-678-9710 FOR SALE- 4 BEDS, 2 BATHS WITH ROOM FOR EXTENDED FAMILY. LOTS OF UPGRADES INCLUDING ROOF, HEAT & AC. LARGE LEVEL LOT. SAUGUS $629,900 CALL CHRISTOPHER 781-589-9081 RENTALS CLEAN, QUIET STUDIO APARTMENT IN WELL MAINTAINED BUILDING AVAILABLE NOVEMBER 1ST. THIS 2ND FLOOR UNIT HAS HW IN THE MAIN LIVING AREA AND GRANITE IN THE KITCHEN, ONE PARKING SPACE AND ON SITE COIN-OP LAUNDRY LYNN $1,400 NICE 1 BED APARTMENT WHICH IS LOCATED IN AN OWNER-OCCUPIED HOME. OFFERING FULLY APPLIANCE KITCHEN, BIG LIVING ROOM, LARGE BEDROOM WITH BIG CLOSET, ALL UTILITIES ARE INCLUDED. NO PETS AND NO SMOKING AT ALL. PARKING ON STREET WITH A PERMIT. REVERE $2,000 WONDERING WHAT YOUR HOME MAY BE WORTH? CALL ANTHONY COGLIANO 857-246-1305 FOR A COMPARATIVE MARKET ANALYSIS AND FIND OUT TODAY! FOR RENT- COMMERCIAL OFFICE SPACE IN PROFESSIONAL BUILDING IN PRIME LOCATION. SAUGUS CALL KEITH 781-389-0791 FOR DETAILS CALL RHONDA 781-706-0842 MANUFACTURED HOMES SPACIOUS 2 BEDROOM UNIT IN PINE GROVE MOBILE PARK IN PEABODY. HUGE PRIVATE WOODED YARD MUST BE SEEN. LARGE DRIVEWAY, HUGE ENCLOSED PORCH NICE WOODWORK, NEW STOVE, NICELY MAINTAINED PEABODY $129,900 LARGE 2 BEDROOM MOBILE LOCATED ON A HUGE PRIVATE LOT THAT MUST BE SEEN. LARGE ADDITION 1,5 BATHS, CARPORT, NEWER OIL TANK, PITCHED ROOF. LARGE ENCLOSED PORCH SHED AND SO MUCH MORE. SAUGUS $139,900 VERY WELL MAINTAINED AND UPDATED UNIT IN VERY DESIRABLE PINE GROVE MOBILE PARK. LARGE PORCH AND DECK, SHED GREAT LEVEL YARD, NEWER FLOORING AND WINDOWS. LAUNDRY HOOK UP SHOWS PRIDE OF OWNERSHIP. PEABODY $149,900 TWO NEW PRE CONSTRUCTION MANUFACTURED HOMES. BOTH ONE BED WITH MANY UPGRADES FROM CAR PARKING TO FULL SIZE LAUNDRY, SO MUCH MORE. DANVERS $189,900 DOUBLE WIDE UNIT WITH APPROXIMATELY 1250 SQFT OF LIVING AREA. 4 BEDROOM LOCATED IN DESIRABLE OAK LEDGE HEIGHTS COOPERATIVE PARK PEABODY $222,000 SHADY OAKS PHASE 2 NEW CONSTRUCTION: 2 NEW MANUFACTURED 2 BEDROOM UNITS DANVERS $229,900 NEW MANUFACTURED HOME IN OAK LEDGE COOPERATIVE PARK.QUALITY THROUGHOUT GOURMET KITCHEN WITH STAINLESS STEEL APPLIANCES, RECESSED LIGHTING, STATE OF THE ART BATHROOM, FULL SIZE LAUNDRY HOOK UP, 1OO AMP SERVICE, LARGE DRIVEWAY, NICE YARD PEABODY $249,900 CALL ERIC 781-223-0289

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