Page 6 THE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FRIDAY, DECEMBER 23, 2022 The COVID-19 Update Town reports 56 newly confirmed cases; no new deaths By Mark E. Vogler T here were 56 newly confirmed COVID-19 cases in Saugus over the past week through Wednesday (Dec. 14). The new cases reported by the state Department of Public Health (DPH) over the past week increased the overall total to 10,272 confirmed cases since the outbreak of the global pandemic in March of 2020, according to Town Manager Scott C. Crabtree. This week’s total was an increase of 17 over the number of newly confirmed cases reported last week. The r e we r e no new COVID-19-related deaths over the past week, as the death toll remained at 100. “Our hearts and prayers go out to those families affected by this health pandemic,” Crabtree said. THIS WEEK ON SAUGUS TV Sunday, Dec. 25 from 9–11 p.m. on Channel 8 – “Sunday Night Stooges” (The Three Stooges). Monday, Dec. 26 all day on Channel 8 – “Movie Monday” (classic movies). Tuesday, Dec. 27 at 8:30 p.m. on Channel 9 – Board of Appeals Meeting from Dec. 19. Wednesday, Dec. 28 at 8:30 p.m. on Channel 9 – School Committee Meeting from Dec. 15. Thursday, Dec. 29 at 8:30 p.m. on Channel 8 – PlanHoliday Happenings & Blessings Town gears up for Christmas Eve Parade By Mark E. Vogler ning Board Meeting from Dec. 15. Friday, Dec. 30 at 8:30 p.m. on Channel 9 – Board of Selectmen Meeting from Dec. 13. Saturday, Dec. 31 at 8:30 p.m. on Channel 22 – SHS Girls Basketball vs. Arlington from Dec. 21. Saugus TV can be seen on Comcast Channels 8, 9 & 22. For complete schedules, please visit www.saugustv. org. ***programming may be subject to change without notice*** Need a hall for your special event? The Schiavo Club, located at 71 Tileston Street, Everett is available for your Birthdays, Anniversaries, Sweet 16 parties and more? Call Dennis at (857) 249-7882 for details. he town’s Christmas Eve Parade is ready to roll; with the help of Parade Coordinator Brian Cross, heading up an army of volunteers, Saugus fire, police and other emergency crews will be involved with the event that’s been a popular crowd pleaser for locals, going back several decades. The parade is set to start tomorrow (Christmas Eve, Dec. 24) at 6 p.m. from the Central Fire Station on Hamilton Street and will finish on Central Street in Saugus Center at 9 p.m. Santa Claus will receive an T escort from the police and fire departments. “Santa would like to see as many children as possible, so listen for the sirens and come out and greet Santa as he passes by,” says Buddy the Elf in a note on the parade that was recently released. The parade route is posted on the Saugus Christmas Parade Facebook Page (https:// www.facebook.com/saugussantaparade/). Here are some other holiSanta’s Parade Route: The route for the town’s Christmas Eve Parade was recently released. (Courtesy photo to The Saugus Advocate) day-related activities: Cliftondale Congregational Church at 50 Essex St. will hold its annual Candlelight Christmas Eve Service on Saturday, Dec. 24 at 7 p.m. (street parking only). A Christmas morning service will be held at 10:45 a.m. (parking lot and street parking available). Regardless of where you are on your faith journey, or how festive or not you’re feeling this holiday season, we invite you to be encouraged by the real hope, peace, joy and love of Christmas. A trusted family name combined with exceptional craftsmanship & professionalism. Call for a consultation & quote. 64 Years! • Vinyl Siding • Carpentry Work • Decks • Roofing • Replacement Windows • Free Estimates • Fully Licensed • Fully Insured
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