SAUGUS Check out the NEW ADVOCATE ONLINE: www.advocatenews.net OCODDV C TECATAT Vol. 25, No. 43 -FREE- www.advocatenews.net Published Every Friday 781-233-4446 Friday, October 28, 2022 DECKED OUT FOR HALLOWEEN Rain couldn’t ruin this ribbon cutting Saugus offi cials join with representatives from four area cities to celebrate the completion of the Northern Strand Community Trail By Laura Eisener, Special to Th e Saugus Advocate D espite the heavy downpour, a stalwart group celebrated the ribbon cutting Wednesday (Oct. 26) morning on the bike trail between Lincoln Avenue and Central Street. The Northern Strand Community Trail – a project that was 30 years in the making – reached a milestone this year when sections connecting Saugus with four cities (Everett, Lynn, Malden and Revere) were completed, enabling bicyclists and walkers access from inland to the coast. Many people of all ages have been enjoying the bike trail for a wide range of reasons: recreation, exercise, nature watching, and simply as a safe and convenient way to get around town for errands, work, school and appointments. “I would like to thank GoverVeterans Early Learning Center students – fi rst grader Mila Cogliano, 6, dressed as a clown, and Veterans fi rst grader Brian Sullivan III, 6, dressed as The Joker from Batman – and former School Committee Chair Thomas Whittredge, dressed as Sulley from “Monsters, Inc.” are shown at the annual Trunk-or-Treat event held last Saturday (Oct. 22) in the parking lot of the Saugus Middle-High School. Please see inside for more photos and story. (Saugus Advocate photo by Tara Vocino) ~ Home of the Week ~ SAUGUS... Classic Center Entrance Colonial with all the modern updates, including 4 full baths, beautiful granite kitchen, formal dining room, living room and 20’ family room, all with hardwood flooring. 2nd floor features 3 bedrooms, including a master bedroom with a full, private Jacuzzi bath and an additional 8’ x 11” dressing area or office. Finished lower level with possible 4th bedroom, family room and wet bar, fenced yard with stylish patio and above ground pool. Nicely located and within short distance to shopping, schools and major highways. Great home - Great location - Great opportunity! Offered at $735,000 335 Central Street, Saugus, MA 01906 (781) 233-7300 View the interior of this home right on your smartphone. View all our listings at: CarpenitoRealEstate.com 3.15 5.47 nor Baker, Lieutenant Governor Polito, and Secretary Card from the Executive Office of Energy and Environmental Affairs for their support of this important regional initiative,” Saugus Town Manager Scott C. Crabtree told the raincoat-clad gathering on Wednesday. “I would also like to commend the Cities of Revere, Malden, Lynn and Everett, as well as Bike to the Sea, for their Saugus Town Manager Scott Crabtree addressed the crowd at the Northern Strand Community Trail ribbon cutting on Oct. 26 while Board of Selectman Vice Chair Debra Panetta looked on. (Courtesy photo by Laura Eisener to The Saugus Advocate) partnership and dedication in turning this multi-community eff ort into a reality,” Crabtree said. “In addition, I would like to thank all of the town’s volunteers and offi cials who contributed their ideas and suggestions, which strengthened the community vision for this important recreational staple.” The nonprofi t Bike to the Sea has been working with town offi cials and many volunteers to make this connecting path a reality. Among those celeRIBBON CUTTING | SEE PAGE 2 55 By Container Only 5.15 DEF SALE! $13.99/ 2.5 gals
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