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Vogler V oters will get to decide in the Nov. 7 town election if Saugus’ current form of government should be studied by a nine-member Charter Commission and whether to elect candidates to serve on that commission. “We’re going to be telling the Board of Selectmen that the petitions have enough signatures to be voted on,” Town Clerk Ellen Schena said Wednesday (Aug. 9) at the Board of Registrars meeting. Schena, who is a member of the board, said that a petition drive spearheaded by Board of Selectmen Chair Anthony Cogliano had obtained 3,305 certified voter signatures – more than enough to guarantee a ballot question will be put before voters in November. “ The petitions needed 3,007 signatures to qualify for the ballot,” Schena said after the meeting. “That’s 15 percent of registered voters as of the last state election – Nov. 8, 2022 – 20,046,” she said. Town Meeting Member Thomas E. Traverse relaxed after a recent interview. 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Mon.-Wed. 6AM - 6PM / Thurs. & Fri. 6AM - 7PM / Sat. 7AM / Sun. 9AM-5PM Cogliano and a handful of supporters – several relatives – who worked on the petition drive gathered in the fi rst fl oor conference room at Town Hall to get offi cial confi rmation of what they were expecting and hoping for: a chance for voters to consider a thorough study of potential changes in the Saugus Town Charter, essentially the constitution that determines how the community is governed. “Now, the real work begins,” Cogliano said. “It’s all about educating the public and fi nding nine people that are willing to run for Charter Commission,” he said. Armed with a new legal opinion from Town Counsel John Vasapolli that revises an earlier one challenged by Cogliano (see related story), he said he plans to run for reelection and also for a seat on the Charter Commission. 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Meanwhile, Schena announced that a two-day review period will begin this morning at the Town Clerk’s Offi ce and conclude at 5 p.m. Monday (Aug. 14) so “people can come in and challenge their signatures.” Saugus citizens who want to run for one of the nine seats on the Charter Commission must obtain 50 certifi ed signatures from registered voters to have their name placed on the ballot. The ballot question for a Charter Commission could set the tone for the fall elections. Cogliano has been outspoken in his advocacy for a change in Saugus’ form of government. He has proposed that Saugus change from a town to a city. If it remains a town, he would prefer to see the town manager elected rather than serve at the pleasure of the Board of Selectmen. Selectmen off er mixed reviews Selectman Corinne Riley – Cogliano’s key ally on the board – said she was pleased with this week’s outcome. “I want to congratulate Chairman Cogliano on obtaining enough certifi ed signatures to get the Charter Commission question on this November’s ballot,” said Riley, who signed the petition and supports the creation of a Charter Commission. “It was a huge undertaking and he showed great de5.0 %APY* INSURED 9 Month CD Dream Bigger YOUR SAVINGS HORIZON IS LOOKING BRIGHTER. Here’s your chance to reach your savings goal faster than ever. Everett Bank’s 9 Month CD with an amazing 5.0% APY* gets you closer to those financial goals much faster. Easily calculate better earnings with Everett Bank’s 9 Month CD. Go to everettbank.com to easily open your account online in just minutes. termination,” Riley said. “With over 4,000 signatures obtained, it’s clear that there is a strong appetite to form a Charter Commission to review the current Charter,” she said. Riley said she supports a new Charter Commission “so that the charter can be reviewed as a public process with public discussion and input, and ultimately accepted or rejected by the voters.” “Speaking for myself, I’d like to see the charter amended to put more authority in the hands of the voters,” she said. Riley said she is not interested in running for a seat on the Charter Commission. “However, whenever I have the opportunity to attend the meetings, I’ll provide my inputs there,” she said. Selectman Michael Serino said he has some concerns about creating a Charter Commission. “Overwhelmingly, when Towns vote to form a Charter Commission, the fi nal plan proposed to the voters is to change a municipality’s form of government from a Town to a City form of government,” Serino said. “In Saugus, this would mean eliminating your fi ve (5) elected Selectmen and your fi fty (50) elected Town Meeting Members, thereby, replacing them with an elected Town Manager or Administrator and/or Mayor along with an elected nine (9) member City / Town Council,” he said. “As to a run for Charter Commission, I am undecided. I have obtained my nomination papers to run for re-election to the Board of Selectmen this November.” While the creation of a Charter Commission has the potential to polarize the Board of Selectmen, Selectman Jeff rey Cicolini seems to be keeping an open mind on the process. “As I stated before, I will always continue to support the will of the people,” Cicolini told The Saugus Advocate. “Obviously the desire is there to establish a commission and I will fully support the decision and the commission. At this time, my plan is to run for reelection to the Board of Selectmen and I have yet to decide if I will run for the Charter Commission,” Cicolini said. “My dad served as the Char*Annual Percentage Yield (APY) is accurate as of the date posted and is subject to change without notice. APY assumes that interest remains on deposit until maturity. A withdrawal will reduce earnings. A penalty may be imposed for early withdrawal. Offer may be withdrawn at any time. Minimum of $500 is required to open a Certificate of Deposit and earn the advertised APY. Member FDIC | Member DIF All Deposits Are Insured In Full. ter Commission chairman back in the 80’s and my mom served on the most recent commission, so I will never say ‘never.’ I do support the desire to take a fresh look at our governance and how we operate as there are always things that can improve,” he said. “I look forward to the election and no matter who comprises the nine-member commission, I am sure they each will do a great job and have Saugus’ best interest at heart,” he said. Panetta supports current system: Board of Selectmen Vice Chair Debra Panetta recalled how she had to make a choice back in 2007 on whether to run for the Board of Selectmen or the Charter Commission. Panetta said she wanted to run for both offi ces, but was told she could only serve in one of the offi ces, so she decided to run for Charter Commission and served as the vice chair. “At that time, our Town was in dismal financial condition, and we almost went into receivership,” Panetta recalled. “The Essex Street Fire Station didn’t have enough funds to stay open full-time, and there was talk about closing our Library, Senior Center, and Youth and Recreation Center. The Town of Saugus was in fi nancial ruin,” Panetta said. “I knew we could do better as a Town, and we certainly have made huge strides since I was elected to the Board of Selectmen back in 2011. Today, we have earned an AA+ from Standard and Poor’s due to our strong economy and budget performance, saving taxpayers millions of dollars. We were able to maintain that high quality rating even through the Covid-19 pandemic,” she said. “We have built a beautiful new Middle/High School, new parks and playgrounds, and we are even discussing building a third fi re station. Being involved in Saugus government for over three decades, I’ve seen vast improvements. This has been due to the outstanding work of our Town Manager, Scott Crabtree, the Finance Committee, Town Meeting, our Treasurer/Collector Wendy Hatch, the Board of Selectmen, and all the Department heads and various Boards and Commissions in Town working for the betterment of our community. People always need to work together to achieve the best results for Saugus.” Panetta noted that “one talking point in favor of the Charter Commission” is the ability to put staggered elections on the ballot, something the previous Charter Commission recommended. Although the Charter change GOVERNANCE | SEE PAGE 8 ׉ 7cassandra://9oppz-MMdBgCBHWjvELS6XKesuYJ5f2RkxyaMDgscZs%`̰dR_̚׉ETHE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FriDAy, AUGUST 11, 2023 ~ The Advocate Asks ~ Page 3 Town Meeting Member Thomas E. Traverse shares his views on what makes Precinct 8 special and the top issues facing the people he represents Editor’s Note: For this week’s column, we sat down with Town Meeting Member Thomas E. Traverse and asked him what makes Precinct 8 so special and what he sees as the top issues in the Saugus neighborhoods he represents. Traverse, 68, considers himself a lifelong Saugus resident and has lived here most of his life. He is a 1973 Saugus High School graduate and received a Bachelor of Arts degree in History and Political Science from Salem State College in 1983, graduating with Cum Laude honors. He is a retired mortgage banker, having spent 40 years in the field. Traverse and his wife Pamela have been married for nearly four decades and are looking forward to celebrating their 40th anniversary in November. They have two married daughters and four grandchildren. He has been active in local government for many years, having served as a Town Meeting member representing Precinct 8 for the past decade. He has served on the Board of Appeals for 15 years – the last two as its chair. He has also served as a member of the Town Manager’s Economic Development Committee for a decade. He has served for more than a decade on the town’s Affordable Housing Trust. He also serves on the Commission on Disability. He has also been very active in civic organizations for many years. He has been a member of the Saugus Lions Club for more than 30 years and is a past president of the organization. He is not a veteran, but Precinct 8 Town Meeting Member Thomas E. Traverse relaxed with a coffee after a recent interview. He is one of several Precinct 8 Town Meeting members who are expected to appear at the Saugus Public Library next Monday (Aug. 14) at 6:30 p.m. for the latest “Saugus Over Coffee” forum. (Saugus Advocate photo by Mark E. Vogler) he is an auxiliary member of the Staff Sergeant Arthur F. DeFranzo V.F.W. Post #2346 and is also a member of the Saugus Everett Elks. Traverse plans to attend the eighth in a series of “Saugus Over Coffee” forums set for 6:30 p.m. Monday (Aug. 14) in the Community Room of the Saugus Public Library. He is interested in meeting residents of Precinct 8 and encourages them to attend the forum, which is cosponsored by The Saugus Advocate and the Saugus Public Library. All citizens of Saugus – whether residents of Precinct 8 or not – are welcome to come down to the library and talk with Precinct 8 Town Meeting members informally over coffee or to ask them questions during the forum, which will be broadcast later on SaugusTV. 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(Courtesy photo to The Saugus Advocate) GIVE WARNING OF ANY APPROACH OF THE CROWN OFFICERS. Not only was this marker in need of some TLC, but also the surrounding area, which was overgrown and littered with trash. This spring members of the Parson Roby Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR) located in Saugus restored the marker. “Historical Preservation is part of the mission of the DAR,” Regent Gail Cassarino said. Cassarino credited Past Regent Charlotte Line for the vision and Chaplain Jacalyn Bracewell for spearheading the project as well as doing most of the work on the marker. Chaplain Bracewell researched the proper way to restore the marker, spoke with neighbors to let them know there would be a lot of activity and received permission from the town to proceed with the project. She devoted many volunteer hours, along with other chapter members, raking, picking up trash, priming, painting and sealing the marker. During the restoration, many people from the community stopped to thank the DAR volunteers for cleaning the area and restoring the sign. One woman even off ered to make lunch for the group. “We were surprised to see just how much trash is thrown there, including more than 50 nip bottles,” Cassarino said. “The Parson Roby Chapter also wants to thank veteran Jack Klecker who came by regularly and hauled off over 25 bags of leaves and trash for us.” Earlier this year, Jack received the “Community Service” award from DAR for all his unselfi sh volunteer hours helping the community. If you are in the area, please look at the newly restored LANDMARK | SEE PAGE 15 tenary Commission erected a number of historical markers around the state. Appleton’s Pulpit was one of nine sites in Saugus the commission chose to place a marker, which reads: APPLETON’S PULPIT IN 1687 MAJOR APPLETON BEFORE: This is what the Appleton Pulpit historical marker looked like before the restoration project. (Courtesy photo to The Saugus Advocate) OF IPSWICH MADE A SPEECH ON THIS ROCK DENOUNCING THE TYRANNY OF THE ROYAL GOVERNOR, SIR EDMUND ANDROS. A WATCH WAS STATIONED ON THE HILL TO Our 51st Anniversary Chris 2023 PAINTING THE MARKER: DAR Regent Gail Cassarino puts a fresh coat of paint on the 93-year-old historical marker. (Courtesy photo to The Saugus Advocate) ׉ 7cassandra://xZEQHZ9tB076jCKwuad0Auu3_BmwtmvQKaGvGtfx0SE1Z`̰dR_̜׉ETHE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FriDAy, AUGUST 11, 2023 Page 5 cinct. As far as popular businesses are concerned, the Hammersmith Family Restaurant [established in 1974] has been a very successful business in the precinct and will ASKS | SEE PAGE 14 VETERANS PARK: The town’s war monuments at the corner of Central and Winter Streets are a major historical landmark in Precinct 8. Town offi cials and residents gathered here last November to observe Veterans Day. (Saugus Advocate fi le photo by Mark E. Vogler) ASKS | FROM PAGE 3 have lived here ever since, so I guess you could say that I am a lifelong resident. Q: When did you fi rst run for Town Meeting? A: My fi rst term was in 1977. I was living at my parents’ home on the Fellsway [Lynn Fells Parkway]. I ran for one two-year term. My nephew, Kevin [Precinct 6 Town Meeting Member Kevin D. Currie], who I sit with in Town Meeting now, was born on the day I was elected. So, I ran for one term for two years and then backed off for 30 years. Then I got involved again and ran to get elected in Precinct 8, where I have been for the last decade. Q: What makes Precinct 8 special as far as features, history and landmarks? Please tell me a little bit about Precinct 8. A: It is the center of Saugus. How can it not be? It starts at the monument and runs up Central Street all the way to Adams Avenue. Q: What are some of the important landmarks within the Precinct? A: Part of the rotary at the Civil War monument is in the precinct. Town Hall is in Precinct 1. The First Congregational Church, also known as the Pumpkin Church, at the corner of Central and Hamilton Streets, is in Precinct 8. The Public Safety Building and Round Hill [an important Native American historical site in Saugus] are also within Precinct 8. Veterans Park, at the corner of Winter and Central Streets, is within the prewww.eight10barandgrille.com OPEN DAILY FOR DINNER AT 4 PM. 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My home is between two historic sites in town: Appleton’s Pulpit out my back window; and the First Iron Works in America, 16361936, now a National Park out my side window, of this house built in 1742. Oh, we’ve celebrated our litI erary bents here before in Saugus, the way they came out of the woodwork, from far places, from lost sources come back from the forgotten, from illustrious memories: On September 9, 2000, for our booth at Founders Day right out in front of the Town Hall, skids of book boxes came off the back end of an 18-wheeler that had crossed half the country from a Kansas printer, right onto my driveway, their contract in place for its first step, and my being selected as Saugus Man of the Year, last September 10. In print we were, glorious print, and setting about in our warehousing and packaging and mailing processes. It was our 452-page book, “A Gathering Of Memories, Saugus 1900–2000.” For a short time again we could revel in one-time citizens here: philosophical and soft-spoken laborer Muckles Brown, forever scarred with a shovel; Frank Pyszko snaring five interceptions in one game against undefeated Melrose in our 13-0 victory; warrior Frank Parkinson, the tanker and tiger of Tobruk, who rose from the dead twice in the face of Egypt with her two dark eyes; footballer Art Spinney out in front of Johnny Unitas in that 1958 game of the century, not letting Rosie Grier put a hand on High-tops Johnny Unitas; Sgt. Al de Steuben catching a round in the hedgerows of Europe, and bringing it home; Sgt. Arthur DeFranzo, too soon after D-Day finding the ultimate medal leaping with valor upon his chest; old storekeeper Jack Winters alone with his man-killer kerosene stove; old teachers and young friends and new heroes, all were here in Saugus, once again in front of us, front and center. Pictures leaped off our pages, poems gave rhythm, drawn lines etched a history, scored words moved the blood of a whole community. The town had beckoned and we had delivered; 2500 printed and now gone to 47 states, eight countries, three territories, and a copy in the National Library in Paris. All springing from the $60,000 we borrowed from Saugus Bank to print a book that was not yet written, not even having a table of contents at that time. Lots of gumption, but it was no gamble. We found in our search that Pulitzer Prize Poet Elizabeth Bishop lived at 20 Sunnyside FOUNDERS DAY 2022: Saugus historian and longtime book author and writer Tom Sheehan sat in front of Town Hall last year holding the plaque he received for being named “Person of The Year.” (Saugus Advocate file photo by Mark E. Vogler) Avenue for two years and spent her freshman year at SHS. Her report card signaled things to come, in poems and places where parts of Saugus urged her roots in poetry. There was discovery of notes tracing a later visit here along Route One, perhaps just before her death in 1979. From an unpublished journal, a memory, Just North of Boston: the old Ship’s Haven Restaurant appears again... where she cautions us to look at an 18th-century man-of-war that has run aground: She’s struggling there against the rocks, her lights still lit, directing rescue operations. No – it’s worse: It’s half a man-of-war. Then tells us to look at Wedding Gowns, Inc., once Ryman’s Garage and then a tool rental shop, finally full with window wedding displays and most recently leveled to the ground beside the Main Street overpass... Now come the wedding clothes for rent: six brides are standing in a row, dresses agleam like glare ice; next, their grooms, with ruffled shirtfronts, pink or blue, all on a brilliant stage, on stilts. When will they marry? A bit later, a once-defunct Chinese restaurant comes back... Gold! Gold. A Burmese temple? Balinese? An oriental-something roof, with grinning dragons. On the road but a few hundred yards away, leaps up the old Carvel Ice Cream shop... Just beyond, an ice-cream cone a gratte-ciel outlined in glowing yellow, glowing rose on top – the ice cream – strawberry. And finally, southbound on Route 1 after a turnaround in Lynnfield, comes the world-famous steak house, The Hilltop, with the huge cactus sign and the 12 Hereford steer, three Hereford calves of sturdy plaster are deployed. One steer was rustled and mounted atop a building by MIT students and is a museum piece today. But we have done it again, believe it or not. Now we have had a new delivery from Kansas, for a new Founders Day, 2007. We have waited on this sequel, “Of Time and the River, Saugus 1900–2005,” for a LOOKING BACK | SEE PAGE 7 ׉ 7cassandra://lyh0KGimQXXaTREBp64IsBcjm6a5x02HFfqS6POKmug-`̰dR_̞׉ETHE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FriDAy, AUGUST 11, 2023 ~ The Old Sachem ~ Page 7 A Fall River Murder By Bill Stewart I t’s August 4, 1892, and a married couple is murdered in their Fall River home. The city fell into disbelief. The police were stunned. Fall River history was changed forever. Lizzie Borden took an axe And gave her mother forty whacks When she saw what she had done She gave her father forty-one This murder is still discussed today – not only in Massachusetts, not only in New England, not only in the United States – but is renowned worldwide. The Guardian in England has reported the murder many times. Lizzie was accused of murdering her father, Andrew, and her stepmother, Abby, with a hatchet in their Fall River home on Second Street. A time line of the events follows. Lizzie was born on July 19, 1860; her mother died on March 26, 1863; her father married Abby Durfee Gray on June 6,1865; Lizzie’s uncle, John Morse, arrived at the family home on August 4, 1892, to stay for a period; on August 5, 1892, the bodies of her father and mother were discovered in their home; on August 14, 1892, Lizzie was arrested and charged for the murder of her parents; on June 5, 1893, Lizzie was brought to trial for the murders; on June 20, 1893, Lizzie was acquitted due to a lack of evidence; Lizzie bought a house and her sister Emma lived with her; then on June 1, 1927, Lizzie was no more, dead. Lizzie was out of the house in the morning. She returned to find the horrible situation and found the maid to witness the murders. When the trial began, her lawyer, AnLOOKING BACK | FROM PAGE 6 long time; and it has come to pass. Venerable co-editor John Burns, a teacher at Saugus High for 63 years, has lived with this book into the deepest nights, making it breathe. Now it does. It is hefty again, bears quality, bears memories. It is a matching bookend for “A Gathering of Memories, Saugus 1900– 2000.” We have delivered again. For drew Jennings, proclaimed her innocence, claiming that a woman could never do such a heinous crime, and the murder weapon was never found. The police found an ax-head in the cellar that did not have a handle, and it contained no blood. The local press produced an immense amount of data on theories of the killings, and the action became a serious situation in Massachusetts, then the country, then the world. There was a large amount of text in newspapers of that time where they first claimed her guilty; then later there was widespread debate about her culpability. The Borden’s physician, Dr. Sidney Bowen, stated that Abby was making a bed on the second floor when she was attacked, “striking her two or three times from the front, one blow cut off nearly two inches of flesh from the side of her head. Andrew was summarily attacked. He suffered heavy blows to his face from above as he slept in the living room.” The physician further stated, “Physician that I am and accustomed to all kinds of horrible sights, it sickened me to look upon the dead man’s face. I am inclined to think that an axe was the instrument used. The cuts on Andrew “were about four and a half inches in length and one of them had severed the eyeball and socket.” Two days after the killings, in the Borden family living room, bodies of Lizzie’s father and mother were waked with about 75 mourners, according to the contemporary account by a reporter named Edwin Porter. ”The bodies of the victims were laid in the caskets with the mutilated portions of the head turned down, so that the cuts could not be noticed.” Porter further wrote “the caskets were open and the facSaugus. And Founders Day gave us a new opportunity to spread the good word. We have done it. And Donna Gould’s energy and direction gave great pause to many of us, to see and hear and touch this grand town of ours no matter its tribulations, no matter the dark headlines. We are here to stay, and we LOOKING BACK | SEE PAGE 19 es of both looked wonderfully peaceful.” Lizzie and her sister offered a reward of $5,000 to anyone who could prove the killer, and the ad was regularly in the Fall River papers. The five thousand dollars in today’s value is about $170,000. The Borden family was also involved in May of 1831 when Hannah Borden Cook was scouring her pots in the water of Quequechan River using beach sand. Hannah was digging sand and uncovered an intact skeleton buried in a sitting position, wearing a brass breastplate and a belt of brass tubes, near a quiver of arrows tipped with brass arrowheads. The found elements were given to the Fall River Atheneum, which is a library inside Town Hall. The woman, Hannah, who was an aunt of Andrew Borden, found the body about 700 feet from Lizzie’s home and was a great-aunt of Lizzie. Speculation tends toward a Portuguese explorer in the New World, or a Native American warrior. Henry Wadsworth Longfellow in 1840 wrote a poem in which he imagines a Viking warrior, and the myth lives on. Hundreds of studies, documentaries, novels, fictionalized films, songs and a ballet all bring a story of the murders to the fore. Lizzie became an unwanted citizen of Fall River after acquittal, and she changed her name more than once. She sometimes used the name Mary Smith Borden, and her marker at Oak Grove Cemetery reads Lizbeth Borden. A host of projects appeared, including the film “Lizzie Borden,” starring Chloe Sivigny and Kristen Stewart, then the novel “See What I Have Done,” and a revival of the rock musical “Lizzie” placed America’s most famous patricide back into the spotlight again. In 2014 the cable channel Lifetime showed a television program, “Lizzie Borden Took An Ax,” and followed it up with the 2015 series “The Lizzie Borden Chronicles.” There are many other films and books, too many to name, that purport to tell the story. I believe this story will continue to live in stories and films for long after I can see or read them. The “The Old Sachem,” Bill Stewart (Courtesy photo to The Saugus Advocate by Joanie Allbee) horror of the time will live in infamy. (Editor’s Note: Bill Stewart, better known to Saugus Advocate readers as “The Old Sachem,” writes a weekly column about sports – and sometimes he opines on current or historical events or famous people.) JOHN MACKEY & ASSOCIATES ~ Attorneys at Law ~ * PERSONAL INJURY * REAL ESTATE * FAMILY LAW * PERSONAL BANKRUPTCY * LANDLORD/TENANT DISPUTES 14 Norwood Street Everett, MA 02149 Phone: (617) 387-4900 Fax: (617) 381-1755 WWW.JMACKEYLAW.COM GRAND OPENING SPECIAL! 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W ith school out for the summer, kids will be spending more time at the Saugus Public Library. If you’re looking for fun, educational activities & summer programming to support your kids’ Learning, stop by the Saugus Public Library. This summer, the Library presents “Reading is Jawsome,” the kids’ 2023 summer reading program. Activities include literacy support, story times, music programs, discounted museum and Massachusetts park passes, and take & make crafts. In addition, there will be special visits by Wildlife Encounters, Vinny the Bubble Guy, the Saugus Fire Department, Spiderman and the Atlantic White Shark Conservancy and a performance of “Peter & the Wolf.” Check out the Library’s online event calendar for upto-date information about all their programs. Families are encouraged to register for the shark-themed “Reading is Jawsome” program using the Beanstack app. It’s easy – just download the Beanstack app, register under the Saugus Public Library and you’re on your way. It’s like a Fitbit for reading! For more information, or to register in person, stop by the Children’s Room at the library or visit the website (www.sauguspubliclibrary.org/children/summer-reading-program/). The Saugus Public Schools Law Offices of • ESTATE/MEDICAID PLANNING • WILLS/TRUSTS/ESTATES • ESTATE TAX RETURNS • INCOME TAX PREPARATION JOSEPH D. CATALDO, P.C. • WEALTH MANAGEMENT • RETIREMENT PLANNING • ELDER LAW recommends that students read at least 20 minutes a day this summer. The library is here to help families create a summer reading routine that is fun for kids and their families. The kids’ 2023 Summer Reading Program is open to young people, preschool through fifth grade. We have all kinds of great books on hand, but don’t forget we have free ebooks, audio books, comics, magazines & music you can download using the hoopla and Libby digital collections. We reward our readers! We’ve once again partnered with local businesses to reward summer reading. We’d like to thank those businesses who generously donated prizes and the New Friends of the Saugus Public Library who purchased others. The New Friends of the Saugus Public Library will be donating to the Cape Cod-based Atlantic White Shark Conservancy in honor of the kids’ reading. It’s important to keep read• MASS HEALTH APPLICATIONS 369 Broadway Everett, MA 02149 (617)381-9600 JOSEPH D. CATALDO, CPA, CMA, CFP, PFS, ESQUIRE J& • Reliable Mowing Service • Spring & Fall Cleanups • Mulch & Edging • Sod or Seed Lawns • Shrub Planting & Trimming • Water & Sewer Repairs Joe Pierotti, Jr. S LANDSCAPE & MASONRY CO. 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If this is something that people want, this should be placed on the November ballot,” Panetta said. She noted that another “talking point” in the debate is that the Charter change would allow voters to vote for a Town Manager. “I think everyone would agree that the most Most importantly perhaps, it’s an opportunity to build a reading routine: turn off the media, sit with a child and enjoy some wonderful stories. Try reading a longer book to them or let them read to you. Log-in to Beanstack to track reading – but also to complete fun shark activities, shark drawing lessons, stories and cool informational videos. Kids can learn about different kinds of sharks, from great whites to tiger sharks, and about the critical role these majestic creatures play in our ocean ecosystems. Need some help registering for summer reading, or finding a “just-right book” for your child? Stop by the Library and see us! All programs are free of charge. educated, qualified, and experienced individual should be chosen to oversee our Town,” Panetta said. “When you choose to elect the top position, you are changing from a ‘Town’ form of government to a ‘City’ form of government. So really, the discussion will revert back to ‘City’ vs. ‘Town.’ The biggest representative form of government is a Selectmen / Town Meeting form of government with Town Meeting members, Selectmen, and School Committee members, all elected by residents,” she said. “This is what we have today. I’ve always felt that centralizing governmental power is never a good idea,” she said. “In the end, it is up to the Saugus voters on whether they are satisfied with our form of government, or whether they want to see major change.” ׉ 7cassandra://kH8a2_doz_K93mufPPScJwBTPL-Be9YXNKuh44rTuas+`̰dR_̠׉E7THE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FriDAy, AUGUST 11, 2023 Page 9 ׉ 7cassandra://J9_Ryi0Z3dHL6MtaxMitdu3tQuEl12oGrRmemdckgBE0r`̰dR_̡dR_̠ PבCט(u׉׉ 7cassandra://8-xs4oL3SfomOIrZCuXlAsWE2mElxIXVIgBu6fTCP1k`)׉ 7cassandra://yUccfmbO3DsQddx__NfgZdTBCGpEN63F25tDF3K2mmE͇`J׉ 7cassandra://3sLZSGgrfeH_lyvnt8Ys__uz0O6zwowyBBXTXS5Y9yk*i`̰׉ 7cassandra://0B2oU0TusZI_A98ncxhH78q3Tn8U0k4EixjNXgVxvgk3.8͠dR_ט((u׉׉ 7cassandra://LTbkntESqPkZ-HvzaSrjXch_V-SgmVcELqQJiVyN5KI BW`)׉ 7cassandra://fOHRjGhlAafKzGQwdK4jze-HttEqff7-2awoj9tc2X0͒O`J׉ 7cassandra://OMghJz2fFA56qtFJnTLv4XnR0DMm3X4qvY41ZMKrxQ8'I`̰׉ 7cassandra://8eazDneo6F9FZt6_OzxNBlDcKz4mk5M1KyFvfl4Z87A*͠dR_׉E Page 10 THE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FriDAy, AUGUST 11, 2023 Saugus High 1938 graduate Gloria Prezioso celebrates 103 birthday By Tara Vocino S augus High School 1938 graduate Gloria Prezioso turned 103 at the Holiday Maplewood Place by Atria in Malden last Friday. Gloria Marano was born in Saugus on Aug. 4, 1920, to parents from Italy. She was the 11th of 12 children. She graduated from Saugus High School in 1938 with honors and married Canio “Guy” Prezioso on August 10, 1941, at age 21. “We met when I was walking home from Saugus High, and he offered to take me home,” Prezioso said. “We got married at Saint Margaret’s Church.” Her husband joined the United States Navy during World War II and continued in the United States Navy Reserve and the United States Air Force National Guard. He was a carpenter. Prezioso was a substitute teacher and owned her own alteration shop called “Gloria’s Alterations.” Together, they had two children: Robert, 80, of Saugus, and Gloria, 74, of Fort Myers, Fla. She has three grandchildren, Robert, Joseph and Ricky, and six great-grandchildren: Ricky, Giovanna, NichoHappy 103rd birthday! Shown from left to right: Seated: son Robert, birthday girl Gloria Prezioso and friend Persefone Gergoudis; standing: State Representative Steve Ultrino, Malden Mayor Gary Christenson and Malden Ward 6 Councillor Stephen Winslow. las, Anthony, Kendra and Vincent. In her younger years, she loved dancing at Wonderland Ballroom in Revere and going to the Italian-American Club. She has traveled to Italy, Greece, Hawaii and Florida. Prezioso moved to Holiday Maplewood Place by Atria on Oct. 31, 2019, after living in her 8 Althorn St. home for 79 years. She said Saugus is a nice, little town to this day, but has been built up by Route 1 developments. “I remember going to Hilltop and waiting in line for lobster,” Prezioso said. “Everyone wants to move to Saugus.” Her son, Robert, who lives Gloria Prezioso was all smiles as Malden Mayor Gary Christenson and State Representative Steven Ultrino wished her a Happy 103rd Birthday at Holiday Maplewood Place. (Advocate photos by Tara Vocino) Last Friday afternoon at Holiday Maplewood Place by Atria, Mayor Gary Christenson said we can all learn from her wisdom. five miles away from the Althorn Street home that he grew up in, said going to Hilltop was one of her greatest memories along with always being there for her family. “She came from a family of 12 children and most had a long life,” Robert Prezioso, who visits the Malden senior living complex weekly, said. “I knew that she’d at least get into her 90s.” Her secrets are to do everything in moderation, don’t smoke, and be kind to people. She does yoga, tai chi, boxing and rock and roll and ballroom dancing. Prezioso also loves to read and was active in the Garden Club at Saugus High School. Gloria Prezioso with the 103 balloons State Representative Steven Ultrino said we’ll see her at her 104th birthday. Ward 6 Councillor Stephen Winslow presented Prezioso with a birthday gift – a bouquet of roses. ׉ 7cassandra://3sLZSGgrfeH_lyvnt8Ys__uz0O6zwowyBBXTXS5Y9yk*i`̰dR_̢׉E JTHE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FriDAy, AUGUST 11, 2023 Page 11 The Sounds of Saugus By Mark E. Vogler Good morning, Saugus! It’s going to be a most interesting fall for this year’s Town Election, which is set for Tuesday, Nov. 7. Board of Selectmen Chair Anthony Cogliano and the people behind his petition drive for a Charter Commission certainly elevated the interest in this year’s races by succeeding in getting enough certified signatures of registered voters to put a question on the ballot which essentially will ask voters whether they want another study of Saugus governance. This fall’s election ballot will also feature nine seats for a Charter Commission that would study Saugus government. Cogliano plans to run for one of those seats. Initially, Town Counsel John Vasapolli advised that candidates for the Board of Selectmen, the School Committee and the Housing Authority can’t run and can’t serve if elected to the commission. But Cogliano disagreed and sought an opinion from the Secretary of State’s Office. Soon after, Vasapolli issued a revised opinion, noting it was the opinion of an attorney in the Secretary of State’s Office that it’s perfectly proper for selectmen, School Committee members and Housing Authority members to serve as Charter Commission members, too. What is going to be interesting is to see how many office holders seeking reelection will be running for the Charter Commission, too. There is already some disagreement among incumbent selectmen as to whether a change in Saugus governance would be good for the town (Please see stories in this week’s Saugus Advocate). I can tell you right now that questions about whether Saugus should change its current form of governance and how to proceed will be dominating any candidate forums in the fall campaign. If a majority of Saugus voters says it’s time for more changes in the Saugus Town Charter – the most contentious one being a switch from a town to a city, a proposal advocated by Cogliano – the results of the Board of Selectmen race could mirror the people’s sentiments. It could be a real hot-button issue in this year’s town elections. And certainly any candidate who decides to run for political office should be prepared to answer the simple question: Does Saugus need to change its Town Charter and what do you recommend be changed? Stay tuned. Town Election Watch At this point, we know that at least four of the current Board of Selectmen plan to run for reelection to a third two-year term. But it seems likely that all five members will run again. “I’m still thinking about it, but right now I’m more focused on doing the job rather than getting the job for next term,” Selectman Corinne Riley told us this week. Board of Selectmen Chair Anthony Cogliano, Board of Selectmen Vice Chair Debra Panetta and Selectmen Mike Serino and Jeff Cicolini each told us they have decided to run again. Another week has passed in Saugus’ preliminary election campaign – the pulling of nomination papers from Town Clerk Ellen Schena’s office. As of yesterday (Thursday, August 11), a couple of more potential candidates came forward to pull papers, according to Town Clerk Ellen Schena. Housing Authority Member James Tozza has pulled nomination papers for a second four-year term. He has also pulled papers for a Precinct 10 Town Meeting seat. Alan Labella has pulled nomination papers for a seat on the Housing Authority. Nothing is official yet. Each of these candidates may run or decide not to. They have about five weeks – up until 5 p.m. Sept. 19 – to submit nomination papers to the Town Clerk’s Office for certification of signatures. Fifty certified signatures of registered voters are required for the Board of Selectmen, School Committee, Housing Authority and the nine-member Charter Commission. Only 10 certified signatures of registered voters are required for Town Meeting, but each of the signatures must be from registered voters in the candidate’s precinct. Sept. 15 is the final day to obtain nomination papers – just four days before the filing deadline. Stay tuned. Time to step up, Saugus citizens! Every two years, the town has its local elections. There SAUGUS FIRE DEPARTMENT AT FENWAY: Members of the Saugus Firefighters honor guard appeared at Fenway Park this week to present the colors before the National Anthem for a Boston Red Sox game. (Courtesy Photo to The Saugus Advocate) are seats to fill on the Board of Selectmen, the School Committee, the Housing Authority and the Annual Town Meeting. Too often, aspiring local politicians just set their sights on the most glamorous of the positions – the Board of Selectmen. And if they don’t win, they move on without trying to serve the town in another capacity, which is just as important. There are 50 seats up for grabs in the election for Town Meeting – five members for each of the 10 town precincts. Under the Town Charter, it’s a very important position. The 50 members vote on the budget each year, approve zoning changes and vote on a number of warrant articles of town-wide importance. Unfortunately, there was no competition two years ago in five of the town’s 10 precincts. Everyone who made the ballot got elected. With all the important issues in town, it’s time for civic-minded citizens who care about their community to run for Town Meeting. What a noble cause if you want to do something that’s good for your community. Be one of 50 members who approve the town budget. All you have to do is get 10 signatures from people in your precinct and then go knocking on doors in your neighborhood and ask residents what they would like to see the town do to improve itself. A Sorry Saga for Saugus Schools The first day of classes for Saugus Public Schools is Tuesday, Aug. 29 – in less than three weeks. What a sorry mess it is that at this late date a cloud of uncertainty continues to surround Superintendent Erin McMahon, who has been out on paid administrative leave since January, pending the outcome of an investigation into alleged misconduct. The Town of Saugus has been paying her $200,000-a-year salary for more than six months now – while also paying veteran educator Michael Hashem to be the acting superintendent. The School Committee was scheduled to meet in Executive Session last night for a review of the executive session minutes from the Jan. 19 and Feb. 2 meetings. It’s not clear who is right or wrong in this case, as the School Committee has remained mum on the issue, while McMahon’s attorney has alleged an Open Meeting Law violation and that she hasn’t been treated properly during the investigation. McMahon, through her attorney, has maintained she has done nothing wrong and has been kept in the dark regarding the investigation, which, apparently, is related “to her administration of grant funds, conflict of interest, billing issues with outside consultants and the time of days in the district and out of district.” My take on the situation is that the Open Meeting Law was indeed violated, and the minutes of the various meetings, once they are released, should reveal some transgressions by the committee in the process. I am familiar with the state Open Meeting Law, having filed a complaint against a different School Committee in Saugus several years ago over an illegal Executive Session. The state Attorney General validated my complaint. So, based on my study of the meeting agenda for Jan. 19 and what transpired that night, I believe the School Committee violated the Open Meeting Law in its Executive Session proceedings. It doesn’t help matters that the investigation has dragged on for so long and into the new school year. And the Town of Saugus – the taxpayers – will wind up paying for two superintendents during the time McMahon has been on leave. But, to me, the most unfortunate part is that McMahon would be heading into her third year of a five-year plan to move the school district from the bottom 10 percent of academic performing schools to the top 10 percent, based on the district’s ranking against the state in performance on Math and Reading scores in the MCAS Exam. 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Dragonflies are among the more enjoyable insects of summer, appearing in open areas, with a diet of small insects rather than plants. Blue dashers belong to the skimmer dragonfly family (Libellulidae), socalled because most members of this family live near ponds or other bodies of water. They skim the water’s surface searching for food in and just above the water’s surface. They are sometimes known as pond dragonflies for this reason. They are also called perchers because they frequently perch on a twig or other object to search for flying prey. They eat a wide variety of small insects, but among their most frequent prey are mosquitos, which means they help make summer evenings more pleasant for people! White dunce cap mushroom (Conocybe apala), also known as milky conecap, is a common lawn fungus. The reproductive portions of the fungus are known as the fruiting body or mushroom portion. In this species the mushroom is usually pale tan with a slender stalk, the cap somewhat conical, sometimes bellshaped, and occasionally I will see one that looks a bit more like a cowboy hat. This fungus is not particularly harmful to the grass and feeds on organic matter in the soil. Most of the time it is not noticeable until the right weather conditions occur for the fruiting bodies to develop, generally when soil is wet from freThe blue dasher dragonfly seeks out small insects like mosquitoes for food. (Courtesy photo to The Saugus Advocate by Charles Zapolski) Small dunce cap mushrooms have been popping up in lawns this summer after July’s rains. (Courtesy photo to The Saugus Advocate by Laura Eisener) quent rains and air is warm and humid. This mushroom has appeared in recent weeks in many locations, such as the mowed lawns at Saugus Ironworks, and in my own lawn and many other lawns I have walked by. It is not very large so would probably not be noticeable to most people driving past. These mushrooms usually only last a few days. Scaevola or fan flower (Scaevola aemula) is a native of Australia and the Pacific Islands that may have pink, light purple or white flowers. Its common name comes from the asymmetrical arrangement of the five petals, which look like a fan. It also looks to many people like half of the more familiar radial arrangement of petals, as in a daisy, which has given rise to stories about parted lovers trying to find the flower’s other half. While cool season leafy greens like lettuce don’t thrive in the warm weather we’ve been having the last few weeks, such greens as Rainbow Swiss chard is a leafy vegetable that grows well in warm weather. (Courtesy photo to The Saugus Advocate by Laura Eisener) Scaevola or fan flower is a popular annual for container gardens. (Courtesy photo to The Saugus Advocate by Laura Eisener) spinach (Spinacia oleracea) and Swiss chard (Beta vulgaris cicla) continue to grow and can be harvested continuously through the summer. Swiss chard is a variety of the same species as the beet (Beta vulgaris vulgaris) we grow for its roots as well as sometimes for beet greens, so they are similar to beet greens in flavor. The main difference is that chard varieties have been developed for superior leaf flavor, while beet root varieties have been bred for the size and flavor of the roots. While beets, spinach and quinoa (Chenopodium quinoa) are sometimes classified in the goosefoot family (Chenopodiaceae), many scientists now consider this a subfamily of the amaranth family (Amaranthaceae). It is both a tasty vegetable and an ornamental plant, as many popular varieties have colorful leaf stalks – red, bright pink, yellow, orange, white as well as green – and leaf colors may be green or dark red/burgundy. The taste is similar to spinach but with a slight lemony flavor, in my opinion, and I usually sauté the leaves alone A basket of Swiss chard, green bell peppers and purple eggplants from the community garden awaits delivery to the food bank. (Courtesy photo to The Saugus Advocate by Laura Eisener) or along with meat or other vegetables. Now that the warm weather and some sunshine have arrived, many warm season vegetables are reaching harvest time. Most green beans have passed their peak of production, but it is possible to plant more bush beans at this time for an early fall crop. The Swiss chard can continue to be harvested a few leaves at a time until fall. Peppers are producing now in the community garden, as well as eggplants, and the long-awaited tomatoes are beginning to ripen. Bees have been sighted enjoying the flowers this summer, but other pollinators have been somewhat scarce this year. Several kinds of butterflies are finally showing up, and a hummingbird has been visiting several flowers in my garden the last few weeks. 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. ׉ 7cassandra://WVoMBC8wjss9ki7uccmsFcJMNv7-69_qA5yHtgzLRzc'`̰dR_̤׉E*THE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FriDAy, AUGUST 11, 2023 Page 13 THE SOUNDS | FROM PAGE 11 perintendent’s plan was derailed. But she still got paid. I think it’s high time that the School Committee vote to fire the superintendent or end her paid administrative leave so she can return to the job she was hired to do – providing she wants to resume that career challenge. It’s also time to release all of the details of the investigation. Whatever way it turns out, it’s going to cost the town more than it should have. And the superintendent – if she doesn’t get fired or is cleared and doesn’t want to stay – will be leaving Saugus with a big payout. But if she is cleared, she owes it to the students of Saugus Public Schools to stick around and persevere with her lofty plan for improving Saugus Public Schools. The Navy Band is coming! Peter A. Rossetti Jr. of the Friends of Breakheart announced this week that Breakheart Reservation will again be hosting the Navy Band – on Saturday, August 19, at 6 p.m. “Should be a good time, provided the weather holds. Blankets and mosquito spray are a good idea,” Rossetti said. The Navy Band has long been a summertime attraction at Breakheart. This year Rhode Island Sound will be playing the music. Here’s some preliminary information that the Friends provided on the band: “Rhode Island Sound is the most contemporary sounding group from Navy Band Northeast. This ensemble entertains audiences with music ranging from rhythm and blues to classic rock. Performing current popular music at high schools throughout New England, Rhode Island Sound also performs public concerts at a variety of venues. Their versatility and showmanship have always kept them in great demand since their inception in 1974.” Stay tuned for more details as they become available. “Shout Outs” to the petition drive people Board of Selectmen Chair Anthony Cogliano offered a mega “Shout Out” for all of the folks who supported him in his successful petition drive to put a Charter Commission question on this fall’s town election ballot: “I’m thrilled to have the Charter Commission question on the ballot because I know how hard everyone worked to get it there. I can’t thank the volunteers enough. Donald Cicolini worked tirelessly, followed by Anne Kennedy, Corinne and Chris Riley, Donald Wong, Jen, Jason, Dante and Chris McGrane, Chris Tarrantino, Bob Catinazzo, Bob Divola, Gene Decareau, Tim Hogan, Diane Serino, Janice Jarosz, Stacy Tait, Leo Getz, Scott Cogliano, Cassandra Cogliano, Paige Giadone, Jim Alcott, Pat Darrigo, John Cocorocchio, John Beliveau, Mike Halley, Craig Smith, Garielle Lee, Jacklyn Hickman, Bob Camuso, Joe Vecchionne, Joe Silipigni, Sadie Dicenzo, Flex Fitness, Sizzle Tanning, Richdale, Entyre Esthetics, Guys Liquors, Lincoln Ave convenience, Goodfellas, Russos painting, Rossetti Insurance, Nelson Chang, Tom Traverse, Sons of Sicily, Rt 1 Grillhouse, Faucis nutrition, Tangles Hair Salon, George’s Barber Shop, Marcianos Barber Shop, Fuddruckers, Marao Burgers, Prince, Beat Connections, Paces, Stop and Shop, Dunkin Donuts, Kanes Donuts, Socs Ice cream, Iron Town Diner, all my friends at the Hammersmith, and of course Kowloon. A major team effort. “Gathering over 4,000 signatures is not an easy task in Saugus, but we did it, and I thank you all for supporting this initiative and a special thank you to our Town Clerk Ellen Schenna and her staff for putting up with me the past few weeks. I know how much work and stress I dumped on you and appreciate your efforts. If I missed someone, I apologize. But once again. Thank you all from the bottom of my heart.” 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. Knights of Columbus Craft Fair and Flea Market The Saugus Knights of Columbus will hold its Outdoor Craft Fair and Flea Market on Saturday, August 19. Their last events were all sold out. Reserve your space now. A 12 x 12 space costs $30. Vendors must bring their own tables and chairs. Call Paul Giannetta for reservations or info – 978-239-1392. Food Pantry notes: The Saugus United Parish Food Pantry is open today (Friday, Aug. 11) from 9:3011 a.m. “Saugus Over Coffee” On Monday (Aug. 14), we will be featuring the five Town Meeting members of Precinct 8 at 6:30 p.m. in the Saugus Public Library. Precinct 8 residents interested in having a coffee while meeting some of their Town Members before the forum can show up at 6 p.m. Our invitations went out three weeks ago for those folks. And we hope that it will be a better turnout this time than the five Town Meeting members who were absent from our July 10 forum. The lack of Town Meeting members attending the last forum deprived the seven citizens who showed up an opportunity to get to meet the members who represent them at Town Meeting. And that also sends a bad message to the Precinct 7 residents who tuned into Saugus TV to watch the program. But with the town election season officially underway, I would think that our final three forums will be well-attended by Town Meeting members who plan on running for reelection. For those unfamiliar with the “Saugus Over Coffee” forums, they are cosponsored by The Saugus Advocate and the Saugus Public Library. The primary purpose is to give citizens in each of the town’s 10 precincts an opportunity to voice their concerns about top issues in their respective precincts. It also gives them an opportunity to meet their Town Meeting representatives and chat over a cup of coffee or tea. Town Meeting members will benefit by getting to know more about concerns in their precincts. Viewers of the forums videotaped by Saugus TV will also get to learn a little about the history or interesting things about the precinct being featured each month. One of my major hopes for the forums is that it spurs an interest in citizens to become potential candidates for Town Meeting in this fall’s town election. The public should keep in mind that there was a paucity of candidates for Town Meeting seats in the town elections back in 2021. In five of the 10 precincts, only five candidates ran for the five seats. That means half of the 50-member body was elected without competition. Stay tuned for more information as “Saugus Over Coffee” continues. Here is the remaining schedule: Precinct 8 – Aug. 14 Precinct 9 – Sept. 11 Precinct 10 – Oct. 23 Please check with The Saugus Advocate or library for any changes in dates. Residents can check the programming guide on the station’s website (www.saugustv.org) for dates and times. A video of the forum will also be available for viewing on the station’s vimeo page within a day or two after the event – www.vimeo.com/saugustelevision. 2023 Summer Concerts at the Saugus Iron Works, 244 Central St. The Saugus Public Library and the National Park Service are proud to bring another summer of music to the Saugus Iron Works. These free, weekly concerts are open to the public and begin at 6:00 p.m. on Wednesdays through August 30. The remaining 2023 lineup: August 16: Jumpstreet (Rock, R&B, Blues & Jazz). August 23: Headlands (Folk, Country, Americana Pop). August 30: Memorylaners (50s, 60s, 70s). Bring chairs or a blanket and a picnic! Enjoy a summer evening at the Iron Works with great music and friends! Founder’s Day Book Sale The New Friends of the Saugus Public Library are preparing for their September 9 Founders Day Book Sale in the Community Room. They are asking for donations of gently used adult hardcover and softcover adult fiction and children’s books. Please limit donations to only adult fiction and children’s books; they do not have storage space for adult nonfiction or media like music CDs and DVDs. And please... clean and newer books only. No tattered pages, odors, stains or battered/dirty covers! Books may be dropped off at the Library’s Main Circulation Desk during business hours. Please do not place donations in the outdoor book drops. What’s happening at the Saugus Public Library For schoolchildren looking for interesting projects and programs to participate in this fall, there’s plenty to do at the Saugus Public Library. There are some very good programs offered for grownups, too. Meet Eleanor Roosevelt at the library: On August 22 at the Saugus Public Library, you will have the chance to meet Eleanor Roosevelt as actress Sheryl Faye brings her to life in a one woman performance. Faye, a graduate of Emerson College, has appeared in movies (“Analyze That,” “The Perfect Storm”) and television shows (“Sex and the City,” “The Sopranos”). Since beginning to portray famous women – from Laura Ingalls Wilder to Queen Elizabeth II – Faye has received rave reviews. Please register to join us at the Saugus Public Library on Tuesday, August 22, at 6:30 p.m. to meet Eleanor Roosevelt, the First Lady of the World. Sheryl Faye Presents Tea with Eleanor Roosevelt on Tuesday, August 22, at 6:30 p.m. The event is free, but you must register at https://www.sauguspubliclibrary.org Barbie Bash at the Iron Works: Calling all Barbies! Join us at the Saugus Iron Works National Historic Site on Tuesday, August 15, at 10:30 a.m. for a story and sparkly fun! Bring your favorite Barbie doll. Dress up encouraged! Wildlife Encounters: Join us at the Saugus Iron Works on Thursday, August 17, at 9:30 a.m. to meet and learn about wild animals in this educational wildlife program. Last year the animals included a Flemish giant hare, African millipede and even a wallaby! This program is for ages three-plus, with no registration required. Be sure to check the online calendar for any weather-related updates. Toe Jam Puppet Band! Celebrate the end of Summer Reading with a performance by the Toe Jam Puppet Band! Join us at the Iron Works on Thursday, August 24, at 3:30 p.m. All ages welcome; no registration required. This program is funded in part by the Saugus Cultural Council. Be sure to check the online calendar for any weather-related updates. Storywalk: Check out a Storywalk – also on Thursday, August 24, at 3:30 p.m. – at the Iron Works. This event, which is led by Coordinated Family & Community Engagement (CFCE), will feature a backto-school story, “All Are Welcome,” by Alexandra Penfold. Snakes of New England: Snakes of New England – and the World! On Monday, August 28, at 10:30 a.m. at the Iron Works! 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There are a lot of residential houses in the precinct. It’s deeper than you think. You probably had no reason to drive down some of those roads. And some of the major Housing Authority properties are within the Precinct Q: Do you plan on running for Town Meeting again this fall? A: Yes, I do plan on running again. Q: What would your top priorities be for the precinct? A: Within the precinct, I still think there is some work to be done at the rail trail crossings. They still need some work. Why not put a traditional traffic light at each of these intersections? It’s still a very dangerous situation, especially on Central Street. It’s confusing and dangerous. I think it needs to be studied – the traditional traffic light. Q: What are your concerns about the current traffic signals set up at these rail trail intersections? A: At the location where the bike stops, the front wheel is in the roadway for them to be hitting the button. Q: What else would you like to see done to improve the precinct? A: I would like to see us change from personal services more towards professional services. Right now, we have about three barbershops, four or five hairdressers and a couple of nail salons. I would like to see the retail aspect of the business near Saugus Center improved. I’d like to see us get another nice sit-down restaurant someTHE PUBLIC SAFETY BUILDING AT 27 Hamilton St. is one of the most important buildings in Precinct 8. It houses the Saugus Police and Fire Departments. where. I’d also like to see us bring some better retail businesses to the area and provide some reasons to draw people down there. Right now, we have the old Gregson Law Offices Building [at 325 Central St.] on the market. That could be repurposed, hopefully, for something that benefits the center. Q: The Douglas Waybright School, at 25 Talbot St., is one of three former elementary school buildings that the School Department turned over to the town last year. Isn’t the Waybright School in Precinct 8? A: Yes, it is. Q: Do folks in your precinct have a preference on its reuse? Do you have a preference on its reuse? A: I have not heard of any proposals. I would like the school and the large existing ballfields repurposed/continued for parks and recreation. Q: Thank you. Is it much of an issue for Precinct 8 residents? A: Not a big issue at this time. Most residents are waiting for the Town [Manager/ Selectmen] to come up with a plan. Q: What are people talking about in your precinct? A: The trees that are ready to fall down in the yard, the potholes in the street, complaints or questions about the trash pickups – those are the calls that I get. I don’t get the calls on politics or political issues. As a Town Meeting member, it’s not so much that I get calls from people to solve their problems. It’s more a matter of being a facilitator, pointing them in the right direction – to connect them with somebody who can help solve their problems. I don’t receive as many calls as you would think. On average, I don’t get more than four to five inquiries per term [two years]. The real job for me is going to Town Meeting, listening to the debate, doing my homework on the issues and voting the right way. Q: What do you see as the big issue emerging in the town’s fall elections? A: I think the big thing is going to be the Town Charter Commission and who is going to get elected to the Charter Commission. I think a lot of people are talking about the need to change the form of government we have. Some people are concerned about too much power concentrated in the Town Manager’s Office. Some people are complaining about the lack of communication coming out of Town Hall and out of the Manager’s Office. There’s been a lot of discussion about the need to make town government more accountable to the people. That will be a big issue in the fall if the Charter Commission does get on the ballot. Q: Do you expect a big turnout on Aug. 14 [Monday] when we have the next “Saugus Over Coffee”? A: I don’t know, but I hope so. VACANT SCHOOL PROPERTY: The Douglas Waybright School, which is located at 25 Talbot St., is one of three former elementary school buildings that the School Department turned over to the town last year. It is located in Precinct 8. Town Meeting Member Thomas E. Traverse said he would like to see the building and existing ballfields used for parks and recreation. (Saugus Advocate file photo by Mark E. Vogler) “THE PUMPKIN CHURCH”: First Congregational Church in Saugus Center, which is on the corner of Central and Hamilton Streets, is one of the popular attractions in Precinct 8 during the fall when Saugus families and residents from outside the area visit “The Pumpkin Patch.” (Saugus Advocate file photo) ׉ 7cassandra://gzlMqgzcCg7OUMGCeNCpIeWNeuJoAsVJtVHZ5fsukD8)`̰dR_̦׉E#THE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FriDAy, AUGUST 11, 2023 Page 15 Boston great James Montgomery and his Rhythm & Blues Revue with special guests Performs as part of Veterans Benefit Concert Series at Kowloon in Saugus Sunday S AUGUS - James Montgomery returns to Kowloon, as the James Montgomery Rhythm & Blues Revue, for another go as part of Rockin’ 4 Vets Summer Sun*Days Benefit Concert Series. Montgomery came to town, from his home in Michigan, to get an education and play a little music. He presented a fresh image, a powerful sound, great backing musicians and a “party ‘til you drop” stage persona. Instead of putting that education to use; he opted to stay and become one of New England’s best-known performers through the 70’s and 80’s. There was no venue in the region Montgomery could not fill and was known for his epic 2+ hour long shows. Though some contempobe delivering her own brand of Soul. Ohlman, fresh off her time performing down in Muscle Shoals, is a captivating performer having performed with everyone from Dion to J-Lo. Soul and R&B vocalist, BARRENCE WHITFIELD, best known as the frontman for Barrence Whitfield & the Savages, described as “a soul raries have long ago broken up, been inducted into, or nominated for the Rock and Roll HOF, James continues to be right where he belongs and relishes in it. Montgomery never noted as a trendy musician, but one who developed a style and has ridden it for over 50 years to a wonderful career. Along with James, Christine Ohlman “The Beehive Queen”, Saturday Night Live Band’s long-time vocalist will screamer in the spirit of Little Richard and Wilson Pickett” will be the other featured performer. Joining Montgomery and the others on stage will be a very special guest, not known as a musician, but rather as owner of the Boston Celtics, Wyc Grousbeck guitarist! Tickets @ GimmeLive.com. Show Sunday, August 13, 2023 at 1:00 PM Check us out at - Facebook. com/Rockin4Vets Let Your Backyarding Style Shine With This Design Inspo From TurfMutt A LEXANDRIA, Va. – The backyard is an important extension of a home’s living space, so it makes sense a family’s individual style be reflected in its design. By marrying your unique design perspective with your backyard needs, you can create even greater memories with your family and friends, amping up the yard’s purpose and value. “Mulligan the TurfMutt and I have been working on upgrading our yard this summer, and we’ve created a space that makes it difficult to want to leave home,” says Kris Kiser, President & CEO of the TurfMutt Foundation, which encourages people to care for and use their outdoor spaces. “I think that’s the goal we should all strive for. Even small changes to your yard can make a big impact on how much you and your family enjoy spending time at home and doing what we call ‘backyarding’.” The first step is to decide which backyard style suits you best and understanding how you’ll use your dream yard, according to Kiser. Here are style suggestions from the TurfMutt Foundation to kick off your creativity in creating a yard style all your own: • Zen Garden. Serenity is the name of the game with a zen garden. Elements could include a relaxing water feature, easyto-maintain plants and shrubs, strategically placed lighting, and a hammock swinging gently in the breeze between two trees. • Play Yard. A play yard has a single mission: to have fun with family and friends. Create zones for all of the activities your family may want to tackle. Have a budding soccer star? Use the grassy area for a practice field. Need a place to cool off? Think about adding a pool or splash pad. Have kids and pets that need a place to get out the wiggles? Add a sandbox for digging. Remember, live plants, shrubs and trees make great boundaries between different zones in the yard. • Entertainment Oasis. For those who view their home as the hottest spot in the neighborhood, an entertainment oasis is just the ticket. Seating is a must, so map out different areas for eating and conversing. A fire pit can help keep guests warm during chilly evening gatherings, and you can whip up a delicious dinner in an outdoor kitchen. If your neighbors are nearby, consider a wall of bushes or potted plants to create privacy. Hang string lights to create ambiance, and add lots of plants and flowering bushes to create an inviting outdoor atmosphere. • Wildlife Sanctuary. Those who want to create a wildlife sanctuary in their own backyard should opt for a mix of native and adaptive plants that are recognizable and useful for local wildlife. A diverse array of flowering plants attract birds, bees and butterflies. A bee fountain or hummingbird feeder can help pollinators thrive by providing important hydration. For other wildlife, provide natural sources of habitat by planting shrubs and trees. • Outdoor Office. Taking work outdoors is all the rage for those who want to strike a good worklife balance. Set up your outdoor office for success by selecting a comfortable, quiet spot that offers seating and shade near electrical outlets and a strong Wi-Fi signal. The appropriate lighting and heating features can help extend the usefulness of the outdoor office. Jazz up your video conference background by making sure trees, bushes and plants are viewable or add a green wall or a tall potted plant behind your seat. Saugus man who coached soccer at Lynn Classical High School is charged with sex crimes involving students T he women’s junior varsity soccer coach at Lynn Classical High School faces several sex-related criminal charges involving students last year. Oscar Juarez, 38, of Saugus, is accused of sending unsolicited pornographic images of himself to an 18-yearold student and former player on his team, Essex County District Attorney Paul F. Tucker announced in a press release this week. Juarez also allegedly solicited that student and a juvenile to have a sexual relationship with him. In addition, Juarez is accused of groping another juvenile player, according to Tucker. Juarez was arrested and arraigned on Monday (Aug. LANDMARK | FROM PAGE 4 marker and take a moment to reflect on those men and women who risked their lives for the cause that eventually led to our Independence. During the next few years, our country will be honoring and remembering events, places and people in celebration of the 250th birthday of the United States of America. As their next historical preservation project, Parson Roby Chapter members are hoping to restore the Hawkes’ marker located on Walnut Street. Stay tuned. The DAR members come from a variety of backgrounds and interests, but all share a common bond of having an ancestor who helped contribute to securing the independence of the United States of America. Any woman 18 years or older, regardless of race, religion or ethnic background, who can prove lineal descent from a patriot who either fought or gave aid to the cause of the American Revolution is eligible to join. Daughters are vibrant, active women who are passionate about community service, preserving history and educating children, as well as honoring and supporting those who serve our nation. If you or someone you know would like more information on becoming a member of the Daughters of the American Revolution, please email us and we would be glad to answer any questions. Remember that France, Spain, Germany, England, Ireland and Mexico along with many people from other countries came to help in the fight for independence so you never know where your ancestry will lead you. Email: parsonroby.saugusdar@gmail.com THIS WEEK ON SAUGUS TV Sunday, Aug. 13 from 9–11 p.m. on Channel 8 – “Sunday Night Stooges” (The Three Stooges). Monday, Aug. 14 all day on Channel 8 – “Movie Monday” (classic movies). Tuesday, Aug. 15 at 2:30 p.m. on Channel 8 – Memories of the Boston Garden. Wednesday, Aug. 16 at 2 p.m. on Channel 8 – Summer Concert Series at the Iron Works from July 12 – Squeeze Box Stompers Cajun & Zydeco. Thursday, Aug. 17 at 6:30 p.m. on Channel 22 – World’s Most Expensive Plane Ticket Documentary. Friday, Aug. 18 at 8:30 p.m. on Channel 9 – Planning Board Meeting from Aug. 17. Saturday, Aug. 19 at 8:30 p.m. on Channel 22 – Super Yachts Documentary. Saugus TV can be seen on Comcast Channels 8 (Public), 9 (Government) & 22 (Educational) ***programming may be subject to change without notice*** For complete schedules, please visit www.saugustv.org 7) in Lynn District Court. He pleaded not guilty to charges of indecent assault and battery on a person over 14 and distributing pornographic material – both felonies – and reckless endangerment of a child, a misdemeanor. The judge ordered Juarez to be held in the Middleton House of Correction on $10,000 cash bail. 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It was 20 years ago when Everett Little League 12s fell to Saugus American in Mass. State Tournament Championship Final! Saugus went on to win NE Title before a magical run in Little League World Series that drew national attention By Steve Freker Note: Some of the following info comes from the Massachusetts State Tournament website. “What if?” holds a prominent place in the lexicon of sports at any level. It is even more lofty than the run-of-the-mill “Woulda, Coulda, Shouda” triplets. “What if?” means a team was one hit, one touchdown, one putt away from something sensational. It means a team or individual was “thisclose” to a truly spectacular feat. So it was for the 2003 Everett Little League 12-year-old Williamsport All-Star Team – which went further in All-Star play than any team in the city’s history. This year’s win by the 2023 Everett “12s” for the District 12 title, followed by a run in the Mass. Sectionals, prompted a look back in history. Lo and behold, a memory was resurrected – and it comes in a milestone year. Added to Everett’s history-making year was another piece of Little League history. In 2003, Everett won both the District 12 and Section 4 championships and did indeed advance to its one and only appearance in the Mass. State Little League Championship. After a one-sided drubbing in the opening round by Middleboro (17-1), Everett rallied back and made it all the way to the Mass. State Championship Game, where they fell in the double-elimination tournament to Saugus American, 11-1, In the 2003 Mass. State Tournament held at Stanley Johnson Field in Oxford, Mass. Yes, that Saugus American! This would be the 2003 Saugus American team that would go on a tear – where they would not lose another game for a month – in the United States Championship game of the Little League World Series, to Boynton Beach, Fla. Like Everett, Saugus American reached the Massachusetts State Tournament for the first time by upending Weston, 16-1, in the Section 4 championship game at Reinfuss Field in Lynn. For Saugus, it was the beginning of a summer of firsts: first state championship, first appearance in a nationally televised game, first region championship – and first-ever trip to the Little League World Series. Saugus started its soon to be well-known penchant of manufacturing “the big inning” at the Mass. State Tournament, something they would duplicate at each of the next levels, the New Englands, then the ultimate, the Little League World Series. The “What if” looms large! Just what if Everett had topped Saugus in that State Championship Tournament and it was Everett – not Saugus – that carried itself through the New Englands to the Williamsport World Series? SAUGUS AMERICAN TEAM AT WORLD SERIES: Shown at the 2003 Little League World Series are the members of the Saugus American State and New England Champion team – as well as Little League World Series runner-up. (Courtesy Photo) In the Mass. State Tournament, Saugus scored seven times in the top of the second inning and never looked back, topping Everett, 11-1, in the state championship game. It was the third consecutive state tournament game in which Saugus overwhelmed the opposition with a big inning. Saugus toppled Westfield North, 16-6, behind a nine-run fourth inning rally in their state tournament opener, then used a five-run third inning rally to defeat Middleboro, 7-1, and gain the championship game. Saugus rang up its big innings with a swarm of little hits. The team’s three home runs at the state tournament were all solo shots, and only one came in their decisive rallies. “They found a way to get the ball over the infield and in front of the outfield,” said Middleboro manager Ron Holmgren after Saugus sent his team to the elimination bracket. “[They] did that today, and last night when I scouted them. They put the bat on the ball and don’t strike out.” Another Saugus “big inSAUGUS AMERICAN TEAM HONORED: When they came home from the Little League World Series, the members of the Saugus American Little League team were honored at a Town Day at Stackpole Field in Saugus. (Courtesy Photo) ning” came at a critical time in their state tournament opener. Westfield North took a 6-4 third inning lead against a depleted Saugus pitching staff, but the District 16 champions strung together seven hits and capitalized on a pair of Westfield errors to score nine runs in the fourth inning. Saugus loaded the bases on a walk and a pair of bunt singles to open the inning, and then tied the game on hits by Dario Pizzano and Joe Kasabuski. Matt Muldoon reached on an error that plated two runs, and Dave Ferreira made it 9-6 with an RBI single. Yano Petruzzelli added a two-run double, and two more runs scored on a throwing error following Tyler Calla’s bunt. The rally made a winner out of Chris Cole, who relieved starter Mark Sacco in the third inning. Everett, which eliminated Westfield after its opening round debacle against Middleboro, then gained revenge against the District 7 champions with a 4-3 win in the elimination bracket finals. Middleboro led 1-0 in the early innings, but after third baseman T.H. Horan pulled a leg muscle while hustling to first base, the District 7 champion’s makeshift defense suffered. Everett scored four unearned runs, breaking a 2-2 tie when Brian Nuzzo reached well out of the strike zone to deliver a bases-loaded, two-out, tworun single in the fourth. Middleboro got one run back in the fifth, but Everett pitcher John Forte escaped further trouble and lifted his team into the championship game. Everett had lost to Middleboro, 17-1, in its first game, but beat Westfield North, 5-1, and eliminated Middleboro, 4-3, to get to the final. Everett stayed with Saugus early in the championship game. Joe Kasabuski’s solo home run gave the North Shore contingent a lead in the top of the first, and Everett responded when Billy Callahan’s one-hop single off the center field fence scored Forte. With two runners on and Everett threatening to score again, center fielder Cole made a diving catch of Dan Smith’s line drive and threw to second to double off the runner and end the inning. In the top of the second, Saugus made Everett pay for the missed opportunity, stringing together seven hits, a walk and an error to score seven runs and essentially decide the game’s outcome. Ferreira led off the inning with a single to center, Calla reached on an error and Petruzzelli singled to right to load the bases. After a strikeout, the next six batters all drove in runs. Anthony DiSciscio’s blooper to right scored Ferreira, and Cole’s safety plated Calla. Dario Pizzano’s single scored pinch runner Ryan Bateman, and Kasabuski drew a walk to force in DiSciscio. Muldoon’s fielder’s choice scored Cole, and Ferreira capped the inning that he had started with LITTLE LEAGUE | SEE PAGE 18 ׉ 7cassandra://4wDDU3EgyBkz5aaBf85TLwcMgKiivtXXzEAdMsujyMM+`̰dR_̨׉E%XTHE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FriDAy, AUGUST 11, 2023 Page 17 THE SOUNDS | FROM PAGE 13 change due to the weather. Please check the online event calendar on the morning of the event for updates. Teen Summer Reading 2023! Through August 25: Visit our website (sauguspubliclibrary.org) to fill out a book review form for every book you read or listen to over the summer. All books count – fiction, nonfiction, manga, graphic novels, audio books, required reading, etc. One reader will win a $50 gift card to Amazon! The more you read, the better your chance! Tween and Teen Crafts & Snacks! August 11, 18 and 25; weekly summer crafts on Fridays from 10-11 a.m. in the Brooks Room; fifth through 12th grades. No registration necessary, just come by and bring your friends! Attendees will be making bracelets, clay animals, flower prints, earbud holders, wizard wands, mini light sabers and fabric bookmarks and doing some cookie decorating. Join our Teen Advisory Board: first Tuesday of each month at 6 p.m. in the Teen Room; fifth grade and up. Meet with the Teen Librarian once a month to talk about what you’d like for programs and materials at the library. Your opinion matters! No registration required. Snacks provided! (sauguspubliclibrary.org – 781-231-4168) Just Sew! Saugonians are welcome to join a monthly sewing class for adults that is held the third Monday of each month from 6:30-7:30 p.m. in the Community Room of the Saugus Public Library. The class covers basic topics like sewing buttons, hemming clothing and mending torn fabric and will move on to more advanced topics in the coming weeks. This class is free. (See sauguspubliclibrary.org) “Sketch Artist” exhibit: This month’s exhibit in the Reading Room features the Saugonian luminaries of 2020, done by the Saugus Advocate Sketch Artist in the “Guess Who Got Sketched” series. Portraits of individuals from Saugus (and one special location) who were featured in The Saugus Advocate during the unprecedented events of COVID-19 during 2020 are up on display. For the past three years, Saugus’ only newspaper ran a sketch each week done by the formerly secret sketch artist – unveiled this year as Joanie Allbee. Readers could guess the identity of the portrait subject and there would be a drawing from the correct answers – the person whose name was drawn would receive an award, usually a gift card to a local business. Veterans Food Market The Veterans Food Market will always be held on the third Wednesday of each month. The distribution point is at the Saugus Senior Center. The food market will take place from 10:30 to noon each month. The next Veterans Food Market is Wednesday, August 16, 2023. ln order to ensure that we have the proper amount of food and to avoid waste, we are no longer going to make telephone calls to clients to confirm their monthly participation. lf you are on our list, we are going to assume that you will be attending. We would ask that you contact us one week in advance if you will not be participating. lf you no-show twice without notifying us, you may be dropped from our list and may not be able to participate in the future. Veterans and/or eligible dependents of Veterans must be preregistered with the Saugus Veterans’ Services Office to participate in the food market. PIease feel free to contact the Saugus Veterans’ Service Officer, Paul Cancelliere, or Nancy Stead at 781-231-4010 or email nstead@sauqus-ma. gov to register or with any additional questions. Kowloon launches outdoor dining The Kowloon Restaurant, which is located at 948 Broadway (Route 1 North) in Saugus, has opened its outdoor dining venue, serving a full food and bar menu. The restaurant’s outdoor concert series has kicked off. The Kowloon Restaurant is open every day from noon till closing, and the outdoor venue is open Wednesday to Sunday from 5 p.m. to closing. Rockin’ 4 Vets concerts are coming to Kowloon! Rockin’ 4 Vets presents a classic rock Summer Sun-Days Veterans Benefit Concert Series that will last through August 20 with Dyer, Goodwin, Chakosur and Brian Templeton – with an initiative to assist veterans’ organizations throughout Massachusetts with PTSD, addictions and homelessness. The concert series lineup includes: August 13: James Montgomery’s Rhythm & Blues Revue with Christine Ohlman & Barrence Whitfield – hailed posed of in brown compost bags or open containers. The Town will accept grass clippings, leaves and brush. As in years past, no branches or limbs larger than three inches in diameter are permitted. Residents may call Scott Brazis at the Solid Waste and Recycling Department at 781-231-4036 with questions. A BREAKHEART BEAUTY: Another blue butterfly (Limenitis arthemis astyanax) recently spotted and caught on camera, this one in the woods at Breakheart Reservation. (Courtesy photo to The Saugus Advocate by Joanie Allbee) as a legendary New England blues performer and former member of the Johnny Winter Band. August 20: Dyer, Goodwin, Chakour with special guest Brian Templeton, longtime members who played with Joe Cocker, Tina Turner and the J. Geils Band. For tickets, go to the ticketing link gimmeLIVE.com. VIP tickets are available for preshow meet and greet with performers. Doors open at 12:15 p.m. and the shows are at 1:00 p.m. One hundred percent of the concert series’ profits will benefit the veterans’ organizations, including: Hidden Battles Foundation, https://hiddenbattlesfoundation.org/ Massachusetts Military Support Foundation, https:// mmsfi.org/ Veterans Northeast Outreach Shelter, https:// vneoc4vets.org/ Boston Rescue Mission and 22 Mohawks, https://22mohawks.com/ Rockin’ 4 Vets, LLC is a New England-based concert promoter, who, along with Alive & Kicking Productions, are the producers for this benefit event. Jim Tirabassi is the founder and director of Rockin’ 4 Vets, LLC. Rockin’ 4 Vets, LLC and Alive & Kicking Productions produce benefit concerts throughout New England to provide support to organizations assisting Vets with issues related to PTSD, addiction and homelessness. Bingo is back! The Kowloon Restaurant announced Bingo every Wednesday from 7 to 9 p.m. in the Hong Kong Lounge. Prizes will be given away each week. A full Chinese gourmet spread is available during Bingo – featuring pupu platters, egg rolls, crab Rangoons, Saugus Wings, General Gau’s chicken, lobster sauce, fried scallops, lo mein, moo shu pork, salt and pepper calamari and sushi – along with a full bar menu, including the signature mai tais and scorpion bowls. Massachusetts Asian Restaurant Gala The Kowloon Restaurant is set to host the Massachusetts Asian Restaurant Association’s Gala and Fundraiser slated for August 15. The event begins at 6 p.m. and tickets are $50. Entertainment will be by Asian American Country Singer Alison Nichols, with guest speakers Massachusetts Secretary of Economic Development Yvonne Hao and WBZ Channel 4 Anchor Tiffany Chan. A Kowloon Restaurant buffet will be served and all cocktail bars will be open. For tickets, call the Kowloon Restaurant at 781-233-0077 or buy online at www.kowloonrestaurant.com CHaRM facility is open The CHaRM facility will be open during the summer to residents on Wednesdays and Saturdays from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. The site is located behind the Department of Public Works at 515 Main St. Stickers are required to gain seasonal access to the site. Stickers may be purchased for $25.00 at the Department of Public Works (DPW) located at the Compost Site when making your visit to the Compost Site. The Town of Saugus accepts checks only for payment of the $25. No cash will be accepted. Kindly bring a check when visiting. Thank you! Compost site stickers must be permanently placed on the lower left corner of residents’ automobile windshields. Vehicles registered out of state are not permitted. Yard waste must be disCommunity Garden needs some help St. John’s Episcopal Church near Saugus Center has a community garden where vegetables are grown for the Saugus food pantry. This is the third growing season for this all-volunteer project. This year there are raised beds in front of the church as well as a larger garden area behind the rectory. Volunteers are needed to help weed and water the garden. If you would like to volunteer for an hour or so a week, or for any period of time during the summer, please call the church office at 781-233-1242 or email StJohnsSaugus@gmail.com and leave a message with your contact information! The Saugus Cultural Council seeks help The Saugus Cultural Council is recruiting new members. If you have a passion for arts, education, community engagement and building an inclusive community, feel free to apply. Please send a letter of interest and brief resume to the Saugus Board of Selectmen. The Saugus Cultural Council is a local agency funded by the Mass Cultural Council, a state agency. For more information, please contact saugusculturalcouncil@gmail.com. Saugus Democratic Town Committee seeks new members The Saugus Democratic Town Committee currently has openings for new members. The primary function of the Committee is the selection and support of Democratic candidates for office both locally and at the state level. It also works to support voter education and voter registration. If you are a registered Democratic living in Saugus and are interested in playing an active role in the political process in Saugus as a Democrat, contact Committee Chairman Joe Malone at lincoln66in56@ verizon.net. 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With the big lead in hand, Muldoon settled down, allowing only four hits and keeping Everett off the scoreboard for the remainder of the game. Saugus added single runs in the fourth and fifth before Muldoon capped the scoring with a line drive home run to left in the sixth. “I don’t want to say this was far from our dreams, but you need a lot of stuff to happen to get here,” said Rochenski of his team’s state championship. “And once you win the first game, and you see there are only four teams here, you wonder why it can’t be you.” “We had that one loss against Weston [a 10-5 drubbing in the Section 4 tournament], and it humbled us a bit,” said Rochenski. Saugus later defeated the same team 6-0 and 16-1 in the tournament’s championship series. “The first time we played them we just had a bad day, that’s all there was to it,” said the Saugus manager. “Of course, it’s one thing for the adults to say that, and another for the kids to actually believe it.” Saugus captured the Bay State championship and then rolled to six wins at the New England Region tournament, including a 4-0 championship game win over Augusta West Little League (Maine) that punched the team’s ticket to South Williamsport. They ended up winning 22 of 25 postseason games. Once in Williamsport, Saugus won four consecutive one-run decisions, including a wild 14-13 win over Southwest Region champion Lamar National Little League (Richmond, Texas) in the U.S. semifinals. Saugus’ run finally came to an end with a 9-2 loss to East Boynton Beach Little League (Florida) in the U.S. championship game. 2023 Massachusetts State Tournament Host: Oxford (District 5) at Stanley Johnson Field Participating Teams Section 1 Champions Westfield North (District 2) Section 2 Champions Middleboro (District 7) Section 3 Champions Everett (District 12) Section 4 Champions Saugus American (District 16) Tournament Results: Opening Round: Saugus American 16, Westfield North 6 (5 innings); Middleboro 17, Everett 1 (full six innings). Winner’s Bracket Finals: Saugus American 7, Middleboro 3. Elimination Bracket Semifinals (four teams remain): Everett 5, Westfield North 1 (elim.). Elimination Bracket Finals (three teams remain): Everett 4, Middleboro 3 (elim.). Championship Game: Saugus American 11, Everett 1 (full six innings; TITLE). D9 – East Boston; D10 – Parkway National (West Roxbury); D11 – Westwood; D12 – Everett Section 3 Tournament; Host: Norwood (District 11) at Kelley Field. Tournament Results: 1 – Parkway National 1, Westwood 0; 2 – Everett 11, East Boston 5; 3 – Everett 7, Parkway National 6; 4 – Westwood 4, East Boston 0 (elim.); 5 – Westwood 4, Parkway National 3 (elim.); 6 – Everett 3, Westwood 1 (TITLE). D13 – Weston; D14 – Tewksbury American; D15 – Peabody Western; D16 – Saugus American. Section 4 Tournament; Host: Wyoma (Lynn) (District 16) at Reinfuss Field. Tournament Results: 1 – Weston 7, Tewksbury American 6; 2 – Saugus American 6, Peabody Western 3; 3 – Weston 10, Saugus American 5; 4 – Peabody Western 8, Tewksbury American 5 (7 innings; elim.); 5 – Saugus American 4, Peabody Western 0 (elim.); 6 – Saugus American 6, Weston 0; 7 – Saugus American 16, Weston 1 (4 innings; TITLE). Local students graduate from UMass Amherst Approximately 5,500 students received bachelor’s degrees in over 100 majors at the University of Massachusetts Amherst’s Undergraduate Commencement on May 26, 2023, at the McGuirk Alumni Stadium. Below is a list of students from Saugus who earned a degree. Kyle J. Cocorochio Christopher Todd Fioravanti Dorothy-Jean E. Munafo Vi Nhat Pham Samantha J. Szczesny Caitlin Debra Wright ~ LEGAL NOTICE ~ SAUGUS BOARD OF SELECTMEN Public Hearing Notice is hereby given that the Saugus Board of Selectmen will conduct a Public Hearing on the request of M3 Ventures, d/b/a Triple M, for a Special Permit (S-2) to allow for a recreational marijuana establishment at 1393 Broadway, Saugus, MA 01906. This Public Hearing will be held on Tuesday, September 12, 2023, Saugus Town Hall Auditorium, second floor, 298 Central Street, Saugus MA at 7:30 PM. Anthony Cogliano, Chairman Janice K. Jarosz, Temp. Clerk August 11, 2023 Sharon’s Sneaker Crew is back Sharon Genovese and her group – Sharon’s Sneaker Crew – will be walking on Oct. 1 in the Boston Marathon Dana-Farber Jimmy Fund Walk. The crew will also be sponsoring a craft fair in September. All the proceeds will be going to the Jimmy Fund. If you need more information, you can call or text Sharon at 617-966-3475 or email her at sunkin1@aol.com. Veterans bricks available The Saugus War Monument Committee, once again, is sponsoring the Buy A Brick Program to honor all those who have served their country. If you would like to purchase one in the name of someone who is presently serving or has served, in the memory of a loved one, or just for someone from your family, school, etc., the general pricing is $100 for a 4” X 8” brick (three lines) or $200 for 8” X 8” brick (five lines). Each line is a maximum of 15 characters. The improvement and upkeep of the monument on the corner of Winter and Central Streets rely on the generosity of donors through fundraising. The brick application must be in by Sept. 15 to ensure the bricks will be ready for Veterans Day. Please contact Corinne Riley at 781-231-7995 for more information and applications. Saugus High Class BBQ on Aug. 26 Saugus High alumni Mike Allan (1979) and Pete Nicolo (1980) are hosting this year’s annual Saugus High Class BBQ, which is set for 1 to 5 p.m. at Saugus-Everett Elks Grove on Saturday, Aug. 26. There’s an outdoor shelter, so the event will go on, rain or shine. “Last year we had over 250 people attend (mostly Saugonians) and we are expecting maybe even a larger crowd,” Nicolo said. “Saugus High Classmates from multiple years, along with some of our Saugus Politicians, Coaches and Teachers attended.” All Saugus High classes are welcome. There will be a cash bar during the day event. The action will move to Elks Hall at 401 Main St. from 5 to 8 p.m. “Most of us have kept in touch with some of our classmates / friends throughout the years,” Nicolo wrote in a recent letter. “But what about the classmates/friends that you would love to see and have not seen in decades? This is what made our recent Saugus High Class BBQ this past September 2022 such a success. Take advantage of this Opportunity to possibly meet them there or reach out to anyone you’d like to see and reconnect!” “Last year’s Saugus High Class BBQ had some classmates traveling from places as far away as England, Hawaii, California, Florida, North Carolina and other parts of the US. Many old friendships were rekindled, while new friendships with old Classmates were made,” Nicolo said. “Some friends/classmates had not seen each other in decades (over 40 years), while so many from surrounding classes mingled together and had a blast. It was quite a wonderful experience for many.” Nicolo said the event has already generated great interest, but he asks that people who plan to go RSVP by Aug. 5 or sooner to help the organizers plan the event better. Make checks ($45 per person) payable to: Saugus High Class BBQ, 13 Bourbon St., Unit 55, Peabody, MA 01960 or Venmo: Pete Nicolo@Pete-Nicolo Alumni with questions can contact Peter Nicolo (1980) at psnicolo2533@comcast.net – 978-815-8234 or Mike Allan (1979) at Allan7915@gmail. com – 781-953-2279. First Baptist Church presents “Can We Talk…” First Baptist Church Pastor Leroy Mahoney invites troubled people to join others in a special program called “Can We Talk … Community conversations on Trauma and Healing” the first Thursday of every month from 6 to 7 p.m. at Rev. Isaac Mitchell Jr. Fellowship Hall (105 Main St. in Saugus). “Join us as we gather in community to share our stories, thoughts and feelings about whatever you are going through,” Rev. Mahoney states in a written announcement. “As always, it is a safe space to come together in community,” he says. About The Saugus Advocate We welcome press releases, news announcements, freelance articles and courtesy photos from the community. Our deadline is noon Wednesday. If you have a story idea, an article or photo to submit, please email me at mvoge@ comcast.net or leave a message at 978-683-7773. Let us become your hometown newspaper. The Saugus Advocate is available in the Saugus Public Library, the Saugus Senior Center, Saugus Town Hall, local convenience stores and restaurants throughout town. Let’s hear it! Got an idea, passing thought or gripe you would like to share with The Saugus Advocate? I’m always interested in your feedback. It’s been six and a half years since I began work at The Saugus Advocate. I’m always interested in hearing readers’ suggestions for possible stories or good candidates for “The Advocate Asks” interview of the week. Feel free to email me at mvoge@comcast.net. Do you have some interesting views on an issue that you want to express to the community? Submit your idea. If I like it, we can meet for a 15- to 20-minute interview over a drink at a local coffee shop. And I’ll buy the coffee or tea. Or, if you prefer to continue practicing social distancing and be interviewed from the safety of your home on the phone or via email, I will provide that option to you as the nation recovers from the Coronavirus crisis. If it’s a nice day, my preferred site for a coffee and interview would be the picnic area of the Saugus Iron Works. ׉ 7cassandra://_er1__jnkZ7aM6xE3TLohGUpGfzBkuWeEoKpz7rtxmQ$A`̰dR_̪׉ESTHE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FriDAy, AUGUST 11, 2023 Page 19 Upon further legal review … Vasapolli revised legal opinion, stating that Cogliano can serve as a selectman and still be a Charter Commissioner By Mark E. Vogler vocate on Wednesday. “So, I appealed that decision n late June, Board of Selectmen Chair Anthony Cogliano said he disagreed with a legal opinion from Town Counsel John Vasapolli that a resident couldn’t serve as a selectman and a member of the Charter Commission simultaneously. Cogliano said he respected Vasapolli but planned to run for both offices in the November town elections despite Vasapolli’s opinion. This week, Cogliano learned he was right and that Vasapolli had reI vised his earlier legal opinion. “At the beginning of this process, I said I wanted to run for both the Charter Commission and the Board of Selectmen and was given an opinion by town counsel that I couldn’t,” Cogliano told The Saugus AdLOOKING BACK | FROM PAGE 7 have remembered, in a devout measure, our past. A walk to the Secretary of State’s office where it was overturned. I know how tough of a task it is to bring about change, so I’m committed to it because I know we can do better, and I intend to deliver on that promise,” he said. Precinct 10 Town Meeting Member Peter Manoogian requested the opinion from Vasapolli back in June. He said a number of Saugus residents had approached him, wanting to know whether or not a member of an at-large Saugus elected board can serve on the Charter Commission. Vasapolli concluded in his initial legal opinion that “no person may appear on the ballot for the office of Board of Selectmen, School Committee, through Riverside Cemetery throws wide open memories so rich the echoes become musical and lofty, as if we are and Charter Commission nor would they be able to serve in both offices.” In his opinion, Vasapolli noted that Article 2 Section 1A of the Town Charter, titled “Candidacy Limit on Townwide Elective Office,” states, “No person’s name may appear on the ballot for more than 1 major town-wide elective office.” “Clearly the election of charter commission member is an at large, town wide election to a town office,” Vasapolli advised Manoogian. “It is therefore my opinion that no person may appear on the ballot for the office of Board of Selectmen, School Committee, and Charter Commission nor would they be able to serve in both offices,” Vasapolli concluded. being embraced. A walk past Stackpole Field again carries cheers and chants to the ears, and at Kasabuski Arena a thouBut after consulting with Michelle Tassineri, legal counsel for the elections division of the Secretary of State, Vasapolli revised his legal opinion. “It is her position that an individual of the town may run for and hold both positions for the following reasons,” Vasapolli wrote. “The process for the election of a charter commission is regulated by state statute and is consistent across the Commonwealth. An elected charter commission member is not included in the definition of a Town Office defined in General Laws chapter 41, section 1 and is therefore not a ‘town office’ referred to in Article 2 section 1A of our town charter,” Vasapolli continued. “Additionally under the provisions of section 1 of chapsand hours from the past leap for attention, with three state championships in a handful of years. ter 268A of the General Laws, charter commissioners are explicitly excluded from the definition of municipal employee and therefore not treated as a second position for purposes of the conflict of interest laws,” he said. “Lastly, since our charter does not specifically change the charter amendment process set forth in the state law, we must follow the statutory process for the election of charter commissioners,” he said. “In view of the above and upon further review, it is my opinion that a member of the Board of Selectmen or School Committee may run for and hold the position of Board of Selectmen and Charter Commission or School Committee and Charter Commission.” An out-of-towner, reading pages of our book, lost in colLOOKING BACK | SEE PAGE 20 ׉ 7cassandra://Am8VZ8wpoyGLk2PIpUVokSOGSrj36kRnUe-BOWDoB0Q&`̰dR_̫dR_̪ PבCט(u׉׉ 7cassandra://pVlu2u3JXEGDsksJGLxslirWyWfquDmJfTZbXyBI-1ET7`)׉ 7cassandra://YqJCjOambDJZOBc2413_brvWVejO59sIoT3IOnbdFY0͛`J׉ 7cassandra://aEWjFyF8heRVGXgrrzgRdNr0eoIZT0sZZRpHM_fKcX4+`̰׉ 7cassandra://eG54Jtkg_GJ7IuN8bM1x5WL4kgXNidW39R4CCxG8c4o7 ͠dR_ט((u׉׉ 7cassandra://hf4GYnZ-jvTUzGV9mWO9CVbQu-eU78Kl_FCToWGe_Dk4`)׉ 7cassandra://wjzNs8IqTOr2HLSwa9E8uGcyo4ANaFx_RJ7NwT6wTyE͊`J׉ 7cassandra://sa2qcwdPyxLjEfy8aBFzryOBYeuCekiqilt8-9wRidQ'T`̰׉ 7cassandra://EE8BMsGqGRCeOWxBBMaB8PzF_f5l1z939UViPYnmNA4%P͠dR_נdR_\̟29ׁHhttp://www.advocatenews.netׁ ׁ Ј׉EPage 20 THE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FriDAy, AUGUST 11, 2023 The Advocate Online in 7 Languages. Only $50/Yr. www.advocatenews.net 12 YEARS PRISON SENTENCE FOR TAX CRIMES A fter a four-day federal court trial, a tax preparer was sentenced to 12 years in prison. The tax preparer created phony businesses that reported false operating losses. She also claimed fuel tax credits even though only .2% of all taxpayers qualify for such fuel credits. She also claimed state income tax deductions as an itemized deduction on Schedule A for taxpayer clients of hers that lived in Texas. Texas has no state income taxes. Apparently, she also fabricated medical expense deductions, charitable contribution deductions and deductions for unemployment reimbursements. The IRS Criminal Investigation division uncovered evidence that 98% of her tax clients received refunds. In reality, several of her tax clients owed as much as $25,000 in federal income taxes and yet paid nothing. This tax preparer supposedly was charging more for tax preparation fees than was customary in her LOOKING BACK | FROM PAGE 19 or and text, finally asked if we would do one for her town. But we told her we couldn’t do that because love begins at home. Man of the Year celebration she realized the IRS’ Criminal Investigation Division Special Agents were investigating her and only after the crimes were committed. As a tax preparer, she is required to not only file all of her tax returns, but she is also required to pay all of the taxes due to the federal government. The CI is the Criminal Invesarea of tax practice. She encouraged clients to refer her business in order to perpetuate the continuing crimes. The IRS confirmed she purchased a Bentley and a Maserati as well. Cosmetic surgery was also one of the benefits of continuing in this tax fraud scheme. The guilty verdict was handed down on April 3, 2023. She was sentenced on July 11, 2023. The IRS stated that she also owed over $1.9million in federal income taxes. She only began to pay money towards the outstanding balance once tigation division of the IRS, responsible for conducting financial crime investigations, public corruption, healthcare fraud, identity theft and much more. CI agents are the only federal law enforcement agents with investigative jurisdiction over violations of the Internal Revenue Code, obtaining more than a 90% federal conviction rate. The agency has 20 field offices located across the U.S. and 12 attache’ posts abroad. With 87,000 new IRS agents on the horizon and with over $47billion being earmarked for enforcement, you are much more likely to see an increase in tax evasion convictions in the years to come. last year for this poet and writer, literature making headway coming my way in 2022, in my 95th year. Editor’s Note: Tom Sheehan, 95, is a Saugus historian and book author who came to Saugus in the second grade and developed a great passion for reading and writing – mostly about Saugus people, places and events. He is a frequent contributor to The Saugus Advocate. No living person has written more about Saugus than Sheehan, who has authored 58 books that have focused on his favorite town. ~ LEGAL NOTICE ~ SAUGUS BOARD OF SELECTMEN Applications For SCTV The Saugus Board of Selectmen is accepting applications for appointments to the Saugus Cable Television (SCTV) Board of Directors, for the Town of Saugus. This is a volunteer/ non paid position for Saugus residents. Those interested may submit letter of interest / resume, to the selectmen no later than August 22, 2023. Saugus Board of Selectmen Saugus Town Hall 298 Central Street, Suite 4 Saugus, MA 01906 . Anthony Cogliano, Chairman Janice K. Jarosz, Temp. Clerk August 11, 2023 ~ LEGAL NOTICE ~ SAUGUS BOARD OF SELECTMEN Public Hearing Notice is hereby given that the Saugus Board of Selectmen will conduct a Public Hearing on the request of Olde World Remedies, for a Special Permit (S-2) to allow for a recreational marijuana establishment at 173 Main Street, Saugus, MA 01906. This Public Hearing will be held on Tuesday, September 12, 2023, Saugus Town Hall Auditorium, second floor, 298 Central Street, Saugus MA at 7:15 PM. Anthony Cogliano, Chairman Janice K. Jarosz, Temp. Clerk August 11, 2023 celebrity to become a Barbie doll (in 1967)? 11. What is the most populous island: Java, Sri Lanka or Taiwan? 1. On Aug. 11, 1911, in Honolulu, Duke Kahanamoku set a 100yard freestyle swim record (55.4) that was thought too good to be true but was later accepted by AAU, which stands for what? 2. What foreign beverage’s name means “drowned”? 3. What U.S. state has only one school district? 4. August 12 is World Elephant Day; what are elephant tusks made of? 5. In what Olympic sport would you find the “clean and jerk”? 6. What clam’s name includes the name of a waterfowl? 7. On Aug. 13, 2004, what chef who had played on Smith College’s basketball team died at 91? 8. What is the most common animal for solar grazing? 9. On Aug. 14, 1959, athlete Earvin Johnson, Jr. was born; he is better known by what nickname? 10. What model was the first 12. Sand in Massachusetts beaches is made up mostly of what mineral: garnet, mica or quartz? 13. On Aug. 15, 1939, what musical film that included the song “If I Were King of the Forest” premiered at Grauman’s Chinese Theatre in LA? 14. In 1991 why did lab mates at the University of Cambridge set up a webcam (the first ever) to monitor a coffee pot? 15. What sport includes a term that is the name of an emotion? 16. What president in 1825 was the first who did not wear knee breeches to his inauguration? 17. On Aug. 16, 1777, the Battle of Bennington took place in what state when the British were headed to another state for a cache of munitions and weapons? 18. What bird’s name includes the name of a pasta shape? 19. What is it called when a lobster sheds its shell? 20. August 17 is National Massachusetts Day; in what year did Maine and the Plymouth colony merge into the Massachusetts Bay Colony: 1501, 1691 or 1734? ANSWERS 1. Amateur Athletic Union 2. Affogato (Italian) 3. Hawaii 4. Ivory 5. Weightlifting 6. Geoduck 7. Julia Child 8. Sheep; they enjoy low-mount solar panels’ shade 9. “Magic” Johnson (basketball star) 10. Twiggy 11. Java 12. Quartz 13. “The Wizard of Oz” 14. So they would not have to make pointless trips to check if it was empty 15. Tennis (“Love” means no score.) 16. John Quincy Adams 17. New York (in Walloomsac, which is near Bennington, Vt.; Vermont celebrates Bennington Battle Day) 18. Macaroni penguin 19. Molting 20. 1691 ׉ 7cassandra://aEWjFyF8heRVGXgrrzgRdNr0eoIZT0sZZRpHM_fKcX4+`̰dR_̬׉ETHE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FriDAy, AUGUST 11, 2023 Page 21 OBITUARIES Michael T. Hurley Paul R. “Shakey” Roberts, Jr. the age of 85.He was the beloved husband of Susan (LeBlanc) Roberts with whom he shared 49 years of marriage. Born in Boston and a resident of Saugus since 1997, Mr. Roberts was the son of the late Paul R. and Margaret (Bowles) Roberts. Shakey enjoyed boating and playing backgammon. Bartending at various restaurants, he loved to tease and flirt with people to make them comfortable and happy. He always enjoyed a good meal. In addition to his wife, Mr. O O f Saugus. Passed away peacefully at home on Saturday, July 29th at the age of 79. He was the beloved husband of Anita (Loiselle) Hurley with whom he shared 55 years of marriage. A lifelong resident of Saugus, Mike was born on December 10,1943 to the late John P. and Gertrude (Kenney) Hurley. He married the love of his life on September 23,1967 and together they raised their children in Saugus. Mike had a long 33-year career as a Lynn Firefighter retiring on the Pine Hill Engine 7 after fighting many fires including the Great Lynn Fire and the Chelsea Fire. Mike enjoyed family gatherings and good food. He loved apple pie, “Brigham’s” vanilla and “Russo’s” chocolate ice creams. He had a good time singing along to music with his favorites including “Roy the Boy” Orbison and the Beatles. Mike had a number of hobbies and interests. He liked old cars, particularly 57 Chevys, and attending antique car shows. He also enjoyed Red Sox and New England Sports games. He also often could be found assembling and painting WW2 model airplanes in fine detail. In addition to his beloved wife Anita, Mike leaves his two children, Michelle Blaney and her husband Bobby of Beverly and Matthew T. Hurley and his partner Jen Dadmun of Medford; three grandchildren, Chris Blaney and his wife Michaela, Patrick Blaney and Nolan Hurley; great-granddaughter Raegan; sister, Margaret “Peggy” Bourque; as well as many beloved sisters and brothers in law, nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his brother John “Jack” Hurley, Jr. and beloved niece Diane (Chobanian) Devries. In lieu of flowers, donations in Mike’s memory may be made to the Lynn Firefighters Relief Association, P.O. Box 8047, Lynn, MA 01904. Services were private. f Saugus, formerly of Peabody and Mission Hill. Died on Sunday, August 6th at Roberts is survived by his three children, Jason Roberts of Essex, Nichol Roberts ~ LEGAL NOTICE ~ SAUGUS BOARD OF SELECTMEN Public Hearing Notice is hereby given that the Saugus Board of Selectmen will conduct a Public Hearing on the request of NORTHEASTCANN, Inc, for a Special Permit (S-2) to allow for a recreational marijuana establishment at 1529 Broadway, Saugus, MA 01906. This Public Hearing will be held on Tuesday, September 12, 2023, Saugus Town Hall Auditorium, second floor, 298 Central Street, Saugus MA at 6:00 PM. Anthony Cogliano, Chairman Janice K. Jarosz, Temp. Clerk August 11, 2023 ~ LEGAL NOTICE ~ SAUGUS BOARD OF SELECTMEN Public Hearing Notice is hereby given that the Saugus Board of Selectmen will conduct a Public Hearing on the request of Uma Flowers LLC, for a Special Permit (S-2) to allow for a recreational marijuana establishment at 24 Broadway, Saugus, MA 01906. This Public Hearing will be held on Tuesday, September 12, 2023, Saugus Town Hall Auditorium, second floor, 298 Central Street, Saugus MA at 6:45 PM. Anthony Cogliano, Chairman Janice K. Jarosz, Temp. Clerk August 11, 2023 ~ LEGAL NOTICE ~ SAUGUS BOARD OF SELECTMEN Public Hearing Notice is hereby given that the Saugus Board of Selectmen will conduct a Public Hearing on the request of Sanctuary Medicinals, for a Special Permit (S-2) to allow for a recreational marijuana establishment at 181 Broadway, Saugus, MA 01906. This Public Hearing will be held on Tuesday, September 12, 2023, Saugus Town Hall Auditorium, second floor, 298 Central Street, Saugus MA at 7:00 PM. Anthony Cogliano, Chairman Janice K. Jarosz, Temp. Clerk August 11, 2023 A Petition to Change Name of Adult has been filed by Gina Rose Anderson of Saugus, MA requesting that the court enter a Decree changing their name to: Gina Rose Guliano. IMPORTANT NOTICE Any person may appear for the purposes of objecting to the petition by filing an appearance at: Essex Probate and Family Court before 10:00 a.m. on the return day of 09/11/2023. This is NOT a hearing date, but a deadline by which you must file a written appearance if you object to this proceeding. WITNESS, Hon. Frances M. Giordano, First Justice of this Court. Date: August 02, 2023 PAMELA A. CASEY O’BRIEN REGISTER OF PROBATE August 11, 2023 Anthony Cogliano, Chairman Janice K. Jarosz, Temp. Clerk August 11, 2023 - 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. ES23C0320CA In the matter of: Gina Rose Anderson CITATION ON PETITION TO CHANGE NAME of Las Vegas, NV and Adam Roberts of Pompano Beach, FL; his brother Jimmy Roberts and his wife Jayne of Braintree; as well as many nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his brother Jack Roberts and Jack’s wife Fran. Relatives and friends are invited to attend an hour of visitation at St. John the Evangelist Church, 320 WinOBITS | SEE PAGE 23 ~ LEGAL NOTICE ~ SAUGUS BOARD OF SELECTMEN Public Hearing Notice is hereby given that the Saugus Board of Selectmen will conduct a Public Hearing on the request of Broadway Cannabis, for a Special Permit (S-2) to allow for a recreational marijuana establishment at 1268 Broadway, first floor, Saugus, MA 01906. This Public Hearing will be held on Tuesday, September 12, 2023, Saugus Town Hall Auditorium, second floor, 298 Central Street, Saugus MA at 6:15 PM. Anthony Cogliano, Chairman Janice K. Jarosz, Temp. Clerk August 11, 2023 ~ LEGAL NOTICE ~ SAUGUS BOARD OF SELECTMEN Public Hearing Notice is hereby given that the Saugus Board of Selectmen will conduct a Public Hearing on the request of Bostica, LLC, for a Special Permit (S-2) to allow for a recreational marijuana establishment at 44 Broadway Unit A, Saugus, MA 01906. 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Robbins sultant with Limbach Mechanical and was the former owner of Temp Engineering. Richard enjoyed woodworking and golfing. Besides his wife, Richard is survived by his 3 sons; Joshua Robbins of Miami Lakes, FL, Jesse Robbins of Rowley and Richard Robbins, Jr. of Saugus; his four grandchildren, Alexis Rodriguez, Julian Robbins, Nolan Robbins, Emerson Robbins. Richard is also survived by his three siblings David Robbins of CA, Franklin Robbins of FL, and Kathleen Ainsworth of Danvers. Relatives and friends were f Saugus. Died at home surrounded by his loving family on Sunday, July 30th. He was the loving husband of Dilma (DaSilva) Robbins with whom he shared 15 years of marriage. Richard was born in Brookline and raised in Saugus. He was a mechanical engineer and worked as a sales conO invited to attend visiting hours in the Bisbee-Porcella Funeral Home Saugus, on Thursday, August 3. 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This spacious unit is like new and has been tastefully renovated with the past 5 years and impeccably maintained since. The large eat in kitchen offers stainless steel appliances, granite countertops. The open concept floor plan is perfect for entertaining Assigned garage space and ample visitor parking are just a few more perks to mention. Easy and low maintenance living. this is true value and convenience at its best. This fantastic W Peabody location is ideal for commuters boasting access to Rte 1 and I 95 and is just minutes away from the North Shore Mall. Condo has a function room, a beautiful pool, tennis courts and more. No Pets, No Smoking, This will not last. Great credit score and references required.$3,000. 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Updated kitchen with granite and newer appliances. 1st floor bedroom, Hardwood throughout, newer above ground pool with large patio, portable bar and firepit. Saugus Center location. Offered at $528,000. SAUGUS - 7 room, 3 bedroom Colonial offers 1 1/2 baths, open concept living and dining room, 4 season room off back heated with woodstove, spacious lower level with laundry & workshop, convenient location. Offered at $559,900. SAUGUS - 1st AD - 10 rm Split Entry offers 10 rms, 2 kitchens, gorgeous kitchen with granite counters, 3 full baths, lvrm w/gas fireplace, main bdrm w/custom bathrm & 2 walk-in closets, cental air, finished lower level – great for the extended family, deck, AG pool, 1 c garage, cul-de-sac location. Offered at $939,900. SAUGUS - 1st AD - 9+ rm Colonial offers 2 ½ baths, updated kit w/granite counters, 1st floor famrm w/ gas fireplace and sliders to sunroom w/glass ceiling w/slider to stone patio, 1st floor office, main bedrm w/gas fireplace & priv bath, central air, 2 c garage, farmer’s porch, located on cul-de-sac. Offered at $975,000 SAUGUS - 1st Ad - 7 room, 3-4 bedroom Colonial featuring eat-in kitchen with newer flooring, entertainment size dining room, wood flooring, convenient 1st floor bdrm, sunroom, corner, level yard, located just outside Saugus Center. Offered at $499,900. SAUGUS - 1st AD - 6 room, 3 bedroom Cape, 1 full bath, 25’ living room, many updates, inground, heated pool, located on dead-end street. Offered at $489,900. FEATURED LISTING FOR SALE- 3 BED, 1.5 UPDATED BUNGALOW HOME ON THE WEST SIDE. THIS HOME HAS BEEN COMPLETELY RENOVATED FROM TOP TO BOTTOM. THERE IS NOTHING TO DO BUT MOVE IN AND ENJOY YOUR NEW HOME. ADDED BONUS IS A DETACHED 2 CAR GARAGE NICE CORNER LOT. METHUEN $535,000 CALL DEBBIE FOR DETAILS 617-678-9710 UNDER CONTRACT FOR SALE- CHARMING 4 BED, 2 BATH CAPE WITH GREAT SPACE AND FLOW. UPDATED KITCHEN WITH GRANITE, 2 BEDS AND A BATH DOWN AND 2 BEDS AND A BATH UP. EXERCISE ROOM IN BASEMENT. GREAT LOCATION AND YARD. LYNNFIELD $649,999 CALL JUSTIN 978-815-2610 FOR SALEFOR SALE UNDER CONTRACT FOR SALE - LOADS OF POTENTIAL IN THIS 6 BED, 3 BATH COLONIAL. WITH FIREPLACE LIVING ROOM. DINING ROOM OFF KITCHEN, 2-3 BEDROOMS ON FIRST FLOOR PLUS 4 LARGE BEDROOMS UPSTAIRS, . HOME NEEDS SOME TLC. WILL NOT MEET FHA OR VA FINANCING. LARGE 5 ACRE WOODED LOT. 6 BEDROOM SEPTIC.BOXFORD $589,900 CALL DEBBIE 617-678-9710 LOOKING FOR FOR SALE FOR SALE- FREE STANDING TOWNHOUSE IN 55+ COMMUNITY FEATURING 2 BEDS, 3.5 BATHS WITH PRIVACY AND SCENIC VIEWS. LARGE ROOMS, CATHEDRAL CEILINGS, GREAT FLOW AND EASY LIVING. CUSTOM PRIMARY SUITE WITH SPA LIKE BATH. HIGH-END KITCHEN, LL GAME ROOM, THEATRE & GYM. LOTS OF STORAGE. MIDDLETON $999,999 CALL JUSTIN 978-815-2610 EXPERIENCED AGENTS WHO ARE LOOKING TO JOIN OUR OFFICE. WE ARE OFFERING SIGN ON BONUSES AND GENEROUS SPLITS. IF INTERESTED CALL KEITH TODAY! 781-389-0791 UNDER CONTRACT FOR SALE - COMPLETELY RENOVATED 3 BEDS AND 2 BATHS NEW GAS HEAT, CENTRAL AC, WINDOWS, SIDING, ROOF, 200A ELECTRIC. NEW FLOORING. NEW DRIVEWAY, KITCHEN CABINETS WITH SS APPLIANCES AND QUARTZ COUNTERS. MAINTENANCEFREE DECK. 2 CAR GARAGE WITH NEW GARAGE DOORS WITH WI-FI COMPATIBLE OPENERS. SAUGUS $579,900 CALL KEITH 781-389-0791 FOR RENT- ONE BEDROOM, ON BUS LINE. OWNER OCCUPIED HOME. GALLEY KITCHEN. HEAT, HOT WATER & ELECTRIC INCLUDED. NO SMOKING. CATS ONLY. 3 MONTHS UPFRONT. REVERE $1,800 CALL RHONDA FOR MORE DETAILS 781-706-0842 COMMERCIAL SPACE GREAT BUSINESS OR DEVELOPMENT OPPORTUNITY. SAL'S DRY CLEANERS. BUYERS TO PERFORM DUE DILIGENCE REGARDING ZONING/USAGE. EVERETT $999,900 CALL ANTHONY 857-246-1305 MOBILE HOMES • FOR SALE- 5 ROOMS, 3 BED, 1 BATH, UPDATED WITH HARDWOOD FLOORS, NEW APPLIANCES, PITCHED ROOF, AND CENTRAL AIR PEABODY $179,900 • FOR SALE- BRAND NEW 2023 UNIT MUST BE SEEN HUGE UNIT WITH TOP QUALITY. LARGE ROOMS, 2 FULL BATHS, STAINLESS APPLIANCES, 10X10 DECK. RECESSED LIGHTING. LAUNDRY ROOM NICE YARD PITCHED ROOF, 2 CAR PARKING PEABODY $249,900 CALL ERIC 781-223-0289 LOOKING TO BUY OR SELL ? CALL JULIEANNE CIPRIANO 781-953-7870 ׉ 7cassandra://sCgoOUO9gw60lAPnKJoiXG1IyJmTc_kPHHMeTELgLvI/]`̰dR_̰׈EdR_̱dR_̰ P,Saugus Advocate 08/11/2023Saugus Advocate 08/11/2023dRв?UŎ}