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Vogler overnor Maura Healey made a special stop on Route 1 in Saugus Tuesday – to help celebrate nine decades of success of Big Y Foods in Massachusetts and the anticipated August opening of a Big Y grocery store in Saugus. “Big Y is a Massachusetts success story — homegrown and family-owned for 90 years,” Healey said in a social media post. “Their 80th store in Saugus is part of a major investment that’ll create 750 jobs and bring affordable food to neighborhoods across our state.” Gov. Healey joined state legislators, local offi cials and company executives at the future Saugus store site at 357 Broadway (Route 1 South) in the Saugus Plaza Shopping Center to talk about Big Y’s growth, its state roots and the hundreds of new jobs that its expansion will be creating in the coming months. The governor had the honor of cutting a ceremonial cake baked for the occasion as the Springfi eld-based, family-owned grocery store chain celebrated the opening of six new stores throughout eastern and northeastern Massachusetts. “Big Y is known for being a family market, where they are a Massachusetts based employer, investor and community partner,” Board of Selectmen Chair Debra Panetta told The Saugus Advocate. “I am happy that our community will now have another grocery store for their shopping convenience,” she said. Panetta was among the local offi cials who gathered at the site of the future grocery store. “They are currently planning a soft opening on Aug. 4, followed by their official grand opening on Aug. 20th,” she added. The future grocery store opening marks the return of Big Y to Saugus. Its last store in Saugus closed about five years ago after having opened on Route 1 in Saugus in 2016. 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They have local partnerships, more than 250 Massachusetts based local partners, generating over 125 million in local sales.” “Big Y continues to invest in Massachusetts communities through new store development and infrastructure expansion,” she said. That Massachusetts expansion includes stores that opened in Uxbridge and Westborough last year, the stores planned for Pembroke and Saugus this year and the stores scheduled to open in Fairhaven and North Dartmouth next year. “Big Y, Your Family Market, is thrilled to expand its presence in Eastern Massachusetts with a new store in Saugus, bringing even more quality, variety and community connection to the region,” a company spokesman said. Founded in 1936 by brothers Paul and Gerald D’Amour, the store takes its name from an intersection in Chicopee, Massachusetts, where two roads converge to form a “Y.” With more than 10,000 emCUTTING THE CAKE: Gov. Maura Healey presided over a ceremonial cake to celebrate Big Y Foods’ 90 years of success in Massachusetts – including the planned opening of a new grocery store in Saugus in August. (Courtesy photo to The Saugus Advocate) A LEGISLATIVE CITATION: Local and state officials gathered on Tuesday at the site of the future Big Y grocery store in the Saugus Plaza Shopping Center on Route 1. Big Y officials received a legislative citation, congratulating the company for its success. (Courtesy photo to The Saugus Advocate) A SPECIAL CAKE (Courtesy photo to The Saugus Advocate) Gov. Maura Healey hailed the success of Big Y in its 90-year-history in Massachusetts during a Tuesday celebration at the site of the Big Y grocery store on Route 1 in Saugus, which is set to open in August. (Courtesy photo to The Saugus Advocate) ployees, Big Y operates supermarkets, Table & Vine fine wine, beer and liquor stores and Big Y Express fuel and convenience locations. “Renowned for its commitment to people and purpose, Big Y has earned recognition from Forbes as a BestIn-State Employer in Massachusetts and Connecticut for seven straight years and from Newsweek as one of America’s Most Trustworthy Companies for three years running,” according to company promotional material. ׉ 7cassandra://P31CC3cC0yEDa9mzhqgfHkL_YlaEVjMQRgXK2K8taOg; `i\oGDM׉E THE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FriDAy, MArCH 13, 2026 Page 3 Countdown Till Saugus Town Meeting Editor’s Note: The 2026 Annual Town Meeting convenes on Monday, May 4. As a special service to our readers and the registered voters of Saugus, we are reaching out to all 50 Town Meeting members, focusing on one precinct each week, in the weeks leading up to the start of Town Meeting, asking members about their expectations for the upcoming Town Meeting. This week, we received responses from three of the fi ve Town Meeting Members in Precinct 3. For next week’s newspaper, we will reach out to the fi ve Town Meeting Members from Precinct 4. The 2026 Annual Town Meeting convenes seven weeks from Monday. Question One: What do you consider the top priority for the town as you prepare for the opening of the 2026 Town Meeting session? Marissa DeMonte: Saugus students are my top priority; they’re our future, and THE SEAT OF SAUGUS TOWN GOVERNMENT: The 50-member Town Meeting is the legislative branch of Saugus Town Government and convenes on the fi rst Monday in May each year for a series of meetings to approve zoning articles and resolutions and to pass the town’s municipal budget. (Saugus Advocate photo by Mark E. Vogler) we owe them real investment. The 2025 Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education report card makes the challenge clear: enrollment keeps rising, but our school budget hasn’t kept pace. That mismatch is unsustainable. Last year’s cuts already reduced staff and pushed class sizes to dangerous levels, especially at Belmonte STEAM Academy. The vitality of our real estate market and our ability to attract a new generation of families are intrinsically linked to the strength and fi nancial health of our public education system. 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Vogler S augus’ beloved amateur photographer Charles “Zap” Zapolski stopped his popular daily posts of stories and photos on social media on March 1. But a few days later, his Facebook began filling up with tributes from grateful people whose lives he brightened. “Zap,” who was a frequent contributor to The Saugus Advocate in recent years, specializing in beautiful bird shots – eagles, hummingbirds and osprey – passed away late last week at age 81. “You will be missed by many and have left us a beautiful legacy that will remain with us always,” Jacki Weller Kiddy wrote in a post last week on Zap’s Facebook page. “Thank you for allowing us to see the world through your eyes and creative talents. Such captivating reEYES ON THE EAGLE: Charlie “Zap” Zapolski in a local coffee shop during a June 2022 interview with The Saugus Advocate. He talked about his experience capturing the bald eagle on camera film. (Saugus Advocate file photo by Mark E. Vogler) flections and expressions of your observations, feelings, thoughts were chronicled with your photography and posts. You have made me smile many times and brightened my day as I read your posts. May the ‘vistas’ on your new journey be spectacular and may they touch your soul with peace,” Kiddy continued. Zapolski, one of the town’s SPECIAL OFFER Safety. Style. Stress-Free Installation. CALL NOW 1.877.357.6691 FREE Fixtures and FREE Shower Door Add’l terms apply. Offer subject to change and vary by dealer. Cannot be combined with other offers. Expires 3/31/26. best-known amateur photographers, practiced his cr aft pas - sionately, as if it were his full-time job. He specialized in birds, nature, sunsets, patr i - otic parades and Saugus history. And he willingly shared the photos with the public on his Facebook page He developed a passion for photography as a teenager growing up in Lynn. His High School y ear book notes, “Charlie will make a good phot og r apher because he is interested in everything HOLIDAY GREETINGS FROM ZAP: Here’s a virtual postcard that photographer Charlie “Zap” Zapolski prepared for Saugus Advocate readers in 2022 to wish them a Happy July 4. He used a photo he shot earlier that year of a pair of bald eagles perched on a tree in East Saugus. (Courtesy photo to The Saugus Advocate by Charlie Zapolski) and has a wonderful personality. … Ambition: Freelance Photographer.” Instead of having a career as a professional photographer, in 1963 he entered the Apprentice Program at GE in Lynn, where he made a career for himself. He started out as a machinist, worked several foreman jobs and also in a management position. He was a casualty of GE layoffs in 1967, but he was able to return several years later and wound up working an aggregate of 35 years for the company – enough to get a good pension. In a June 2022 interview for “The Advocate Asks” article, Zapolski said he remained happy as an amateur photographer instead of doing it for a living. “Oh yeah. That way, I like doing what I do better. Everybody says, ‘Why don’t you get in it for the money?’ And I say, ‘What for?’” “I just do it because I like it. If I had to do it for the money, I wouldn’t enjoy it,” he said. Zapolski’s job at GE and his hobby were always important. But his top priority was raising a family. He married Kathy Johnston in 1965. She was a 1963 Saugus High School graduate. They were living in Lynn when they decided to look for an apartment in Saugus. They ended up buying their first of three homes in 1967 and never left Saugus. They had three sons: Michael, John and Kevin. Kathy – the love of Zap’s life – passed away two years ago after 58 years of marriage. Over the past week, Saugus social media sites were flooded with remembrances of Zap and people searching for funeral-related information. “Many are wondering about services for Dad,” son Michael wrote on Zap’s Facebook page last Sunday. “There will not be a traditional service. However, a grand celebration of life will happen in the upcoming month or so. Thank you all for your kindness and caring thoughts. The update will be on the Bisbee-Porcella Funeral Home website, as well as here on Facebook where he loved communicating with everyone.” Zap’s Facebook Page (https://wwwfacebook.com/ gramazap/) remains a popular spot for 4,500 followers to continue their posts to the photographer who became a special part of their lives. “I will miss all your photos, posts and positivity! Thank you for all your beautiful photos,” Helen McKinnon Meehan wrote in a farewell post this week. ׉ 7cassandra://wx9CVP5ewju-QTjEUhJd9NeCR46OadQfFCKqUwRlFls4`i\oGDO׉E dTHE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FriDAy, MArCH 13, 2026 Page 5 Shining Lights of Everyday People “Not all of us can do great things but we can do small things with great love.”— Mother Teresa By Joanie Allbee Q uietly as a falling leaf, she packed her bags and just like that, a legend leaves Saugus to begin her new Season. Sandy St. Clair left big footprints in the sand while walking a humble walk. Sandy, who is now in her 80’s, recalls how Saugus impacted her life. Since her early 20s she’s embraced all the Town had to offer while balancing employment, husband and two children – David and Julie. David and Julie are Saugus High graduates of long ago and Sandy is now a Grandmother to four children. She fondly recalls lunches at The Hilltop, walks at The Saugus Iron Works, volunteering amidst pumpkins and parades. The St. Clairs loved St. John’s Episcopal Church at 8 Prospect St. “Church was very meaningful to me at St. John’s,” Sandy said. At the church, Sandy could be found teaching Sunday School and wrapping gift baskets. She was knee deep in fundraisers, selling tickets for lobster rolls, ice cream and silent auctions. “I spent so much of my life at St. John’s,” Sandy said. zles, bowling and lunches at Saugus Applebee’s. Sandy’s favorite color is purple. “I’ve been very happy with all the nice people of Saugus,” Sandy said. Sandy will be missed as she journeys to her new home. A star has been pulled from Saugus to shine just as brightly in New Hampshire. Shine on, Sister of goodness. PLEASANT ST. TAX 175 Pleasant Street, Malden Specializing in Personal Income Tax Preparation Starting at $90. 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Tiger Institute Shihan Amy Amirault began doing the Polar Plunge for Special Olympics in honor of my aunt Susie, who lived a very full life with Down syndrome and enjoyed participating in Special Olympics activities when she was young. Two years ago, she and her sister traveled to the Special Olympics Massachusetts (SOMA) headquarters in Marlboro to participate in their very first mobile plunge with Bear Force One. “The introduction of Bear Force One was a game changer for SOMA, making it possible to host these events in places where there may not be an appropriate body of water,” Amirault said. “This set me on a quest to bring the Polar Plunge to my hometown of Saugus, where I own and operate Tiger Institute Tae Kwon Do.” As it turned out, the Saugus Police Department was in communication with Special Olympics at the same time that she was, so SPD has become the host organization, with Team Tiger Institute as a committed supporter. “Our martial arts programs are focused on personal growth, so students are taught skills that build confidence, character, and leadership capabilities, in addition to self-defense and physical fitness,” Amirault said. “The Tiger Institute has a strong culture of inclusivity, as well as community service, so the Polar Plunge is a perfect opportunity for us to make a greater impact, while teaching these values to our young members.” They believe that there is a place for everyone in the martial arts and are fortunate to have more adaptability than most physical activities. This is why there are no martial arts programs within the Special Olympics, except for Judo. Over the years, she has taught individuals with cerebral palsy, limb differences, Down Syndrome, dyspraxia, visual and hearing impairments and mental/developmental challenges, all within their mainstream classes. “The Tiger Institute is grateful for this partnership with the Saugus Police Department, and we look forward to plunging again next year,” Amirault said. Saugus Police Academy recruit Todd Tringale, who graduated from Saugus High in 2019, was a Unified Basketball player with the Sachems Buddies program and worked for Northeast Arc to teach special needs life skills. Saugus Police Academy recruit Marc Bouche said he appreciates participating in charity events. They are slated to be sworn in as officers at Town Hall in April. Saugus Middle High School eighth grader Addie Picardi and her sister, Emma, participated in honor of their cousin, Bethany Petrusky, who has Down syndrome. Special Olympics Development Manager Kyle Cronin said it’s a great partnership to jump for inclusion for 20,000 Special Olympic athletes. According to Detective Stacey Forni, 50 people signed up to plunge. For information, visit https:// www.specialolympicsma.org/ event/2026-letr-saugus-mobile-plunge. Saugus Middle High School eighth grader Addie Picardi (at right) with her sister, Emma, participated in honor of their cousin, Bethany Petrusky, who has Down syndrome. Shown from left to right: Saugus Police Officer Brendan Grocki, Youth and Recreation Director Crystal Cakounes, Disc Jockey Alex Martino, former Everett Lt./Law Enrichment Leadership Council Special Olympics Torch Run member Larry Jedry and Saugus Police Detective Stacey Forni. Saugus Youth and Recreation Director Crystal Cakounes received the Most Spirited Award; she is shown with her son, Brackett, a first grader at Veterans Memorial Elementary School, and James DiGianvittorio. Saugus Police Academy recruits Marc Bouche (at left) and Todd Tringale, Class of 2019, will be sworn in at Town Hall next month. Shown from left to right: Dispatcher Richard Tosetti, Officer Matthew Fritz, Lt. Kevin Cabral, Trooper Daniella Naumann, Lt. Fred Freni, Det. James Donovan, Lt. David Gecoya, Lt. Steven MacDonald, Sgt. Steven McCarthy, Lt. Thony LoPresti, Officer Bob Stanley, Officers Bruno Auzec, Brittney Naumann, Thomas Wilson and David Harris, Det. Stacey Forni, Officers Jake Aldred, Brendan Grocki, Jenna Fennell and David Zertz, Assistant Chief Ron Giorgetti and Fire Capt. Thomas Nolan. Fire Captain Thomas Nolan received the top fundraising award for raising $1,300 from James DiGianvittorio. ׉ 7cassandra://jc2DHtw_7QUyFcvyITc6BLdfmhO-tINuVopNqo6VO8o;[`i\oGDQ׉EGTHE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FriDAy, MArCH 13, 2026 Page 7 The Police Academy was the top fundraising team. Shown from left to right: Team Tiger Institute: Dan Mulvey, Quintin Cunningham, Sarah Dodge, Amanda Amirault, Rachel Mulvey, Jessica Mulvey, Eric Mulvey, Joshua Fisher, owner Amy Amirault and Lizzy Benson. Youth and Recreation Director Crystal Cakounes and Officer Brendan Grocki take theplunge. Saugus Police Department recruits Marc Bouche (at left) and Todd Tringale plunged. Nuridiin Abrar (at right) and Peter Marino took the plunge. Lt. Kevin Cabral and Lt. David Gecoya take the plunge. William Houvardas takes his plunge into the icy water. Isabella Riccardi plunged. Cameron Mazza and Ryan Clunie plunged. Anthony Scappettuolo will join the Revere Police Department this month. Team Tiger Institute members Eric Mulvey and Josh Fisher plunged. Team Tiger Institute members Quintan Cunningham and Rachel Mulvey plunged. Team Tiger Institute members Lizzy Benson and Amy Amirault plunged. Trooper Daniella Naumann and Officer Brittney Naumann plunged. 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For Saugus’ Sam LoRusso, that moment came at exactly the right time. Just one year after stepping into the ring for his first boxing match, the 2024 Saugus High School graduate captured the All-New England Golden Gloves championship, earning a 4-1 split decision over Samuel Mbemba of the Portland Boxing Club in a bout that had fans roaring from start to finish. LoRusso became the 165-pound middleweight novice champion and was named outstanding novice. According to coach Mike Penta, the fight delivered exactly the kind of energy that has quickly come to define LoRusso’s style. “Anyone who has ever seen Sam compete in anything — whether it’s wrestling, boxing or even just his strength and conditioning — knows he’s anything but boring,” Penta said. “This match was no different. All gas, no brakes the whole time, constant forward pressure. I don’t think Sam ever took a step backwards the whole fight.” The championship bout capped a remarkable run through both the Central New England Golden Gloves and All-New England Golden Gloves tournaments. LoRusso first captured the Central New England title, defeating Steven Hernandez of Lawtown Boxing Gym by unanimous decision in the has moved at a stunning pace. Exactly one year earlier — on March 8, 2025 — he stepped into the ring for the first time at Peter Welch’s St. Patrick’s Day Tournament. Since then, his rise has been steady and relentless. “It was a really fun fight and a great win against a good opponent,” LoRusso said. “I definitely had time to train and executed my game plan like I wanted to.” Training remains the foundation of his rapid progress. “Doing skills and drills religiously every day followed up with pad work, bag work and some conditioning,” LoRusso said. For those familiar with LoCHAMP CELEBRATES: Pictured from left to right, Coach Travis Gamberdella, Sam LoRusso and Coach Mike Penta. semifinals before earning another unanimous decision victory over John Maher of Haverhill Downtown Boxing in the finals. Advancing to the New England stage, LoRusso continued his run with a unanimous decision win over Curt Cormier of Bernando’s Boxing in the semifinals. That set up the title bout with Mbemba — a matchup that quickly became one of the night’s most talked-about fights. “Sam came out hot and got the action started early,” Penta said. “Both fighters showed a ton of heart and will to win, but Sam just wanted it more.” Penta said preparation played a key role in the outcome. After watching Mbemba’s semifinal fight, he and felTOWN MEETING | FROM PAGE 3 an urgent issue shaping our town’s future. Leonard Ferrari, Jr.: The biggest concern for me at Town Meeting is ensuring that all departments are properly low coach Travis Gamberdella developed a strategy designed to exploit opportunities they saw in the matchup. “We started putting together a game plan of how we thought we should approach him,” Penta said. “We drilled things over and over again in the gym, and when it came time to perform Sam was able to put everything together, and things went as close to perfect as they could.” The result was a fight that kept the audience engaged from the opening bell. “The whole match had everyone on their feet screaming,” Penta said. “At least a dozen people said it was the best fight of the night.” For LoRusso, the win represents the biggest milestone yet in a boxing journey that funded while also maintaining accountability for how those funds are spent. It is important that the residents of the Town understand the budget proRusso’s athletic background, the transition to boxing may not be surprising. Before he ever pulled on boxing gloves, LoRusso made his name on the wrestling mat. Competing for the Saugus– Peabody cooperative wrestling program at the Division 1 level, he went unbeaten in dual meets during his final two seasons and placed fourth at both the Division 1 State Championships and AllStates at 157 pounds. At AllStates, he defeated Division 3 state champion Adrian Guzman of Ashland. That wrestling foundation is also where his relationship with Penta began. “When Sam was 15, I started doing his strength and conditioning for wrestling,” Penta said. “That led to being one of his offseason wrestling coaches before becoming an assistant coach for Saugus/ Peabody wrestling. We went to countless tournaments all cess, including how funding decisions are made and where taxpayer money is being allocated. I believe stronger communication is needed between around New England — sectionals, states, All-States and New Englands.” In the summer and fall of 2024, that relationship shifted from wrestling mats to boxing rings. Penta and Gamberdella quickly realized that the qualities LoRusso developed in wrestling — conditioning, toughness and relentless pace — could translate well in the ring. Their instincts proved correct. “To become an All-New England Golden Gloves champion in a year of fighting is remarkable,” Penta said. “It further solidifies his legacy of athletics in Saugus. It might just make him the most decorated athlete to come out of the town.” LoRusso, however, remains focused on the road ahead rather than looking back. “This is definitely my biggest fight so far,” he said, “but I still have a lot more I want to accomplish.” His next goals already stretch beyond the regional level. “To just keep going and try to get into some national tournaments — maybe even international,” LoRusso said. For now, though, his name is etched into another chapter of New England boxing history — one that began only a year ago with a first fight and a willingness to step into the ring. And if his pace so far is any indication, LoRusso’s story in the sport may just be getting started. Town officials and residents so that people know who to contact when they have quesTOWN MEETING | SEE PAGE 11 ׉ 7cassandra://BxHWRkPVFoeIczgBwyux8F615R-Q-YuoK-RcDXI3okI6`i\oGDT׉ETHE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FriDAy, MArCH 13, 2026 Page 9 The Sounds of Saugus By Mark E. Vogler Good morning, Saugus If you don’t have any plans for next Saturday (March 21), here’s a worthwhile event that every Saugus resident could benefit from attending – particularly newcomers to town. The Saugus Cultural Council and the Saugus 411 Committee will present the first annual Saugus Community Festival from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. in the Saugus Middle High School complex. The six-hour program will feature performances, activities, food and more to celebrate the culture and diversity of the townspeople who make Saugus the community it is. Its organizers are promoting it as a great way for Saugus residents of all ages – from school-age children to senior citizens – to learn more about their community and what it has to offer. It’s an opportunity for newcomers to town to get better acquainted with how to make life easier and various attractions. It’s also a chance for longtime residents to refresh themselves with knowledge about their hometown and to renew connections. Put it on your calendar, Saugonians! Take some pride in your community and seize the opportunity to learn a few things you never knew about your town. Stay tuned for more details. Saugus United Parish Food Pantry The Saugus United Parish Food Pantry will be open today (Friday, March 13) from 9:30-11 a.m. at 50 Essex St. in the basement of Cliftondale Congregational Church. The food pantry welcomes all neighbors facing food insecurity on Friday mornings. Volunteers are also welcome. Please call the Food Pantry Office at 781-2332663 or go to the website (cliftondalecc.org) for details. Legion Breakfast on Fridays There’s a good breakfast deal for Saugus veterans and other folks who enjoy a hearty breakfast on Friday mornings. The American Legion Post 210 at 44 Taylor St. in Saugus offers Friday morning breakfasts for the 2026 season. Doors open at 7:30 a.m., with breakfast served from 8-9:00 a.m. for an $8 donation. Veterans who cannot afford the donation may be served free. This week’s “Shout Outs” We didn’t receive any recommendations from our readers for “shout outs” this week. So, exercising my editorial discretion, I want to give some public recognition to the members of the Saugus Veterans Council who are hard at work planning and organizing the Memorial Day Parade, which is set for Saturday, May 23. Council Commander Steve Castinetti told me that he’s personally disappointed in the declining public participation in the ceremony in recent years. So, he and other council members are committed to making this year’s parade and ceremony one of the best-attended in years. That’s a noble goal and an appropriate way to honor all of the Saugus residents who have sacrificed their lives while serving their country in the armed forces over the years. 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. Maple Sugarin’ Tomorrow Here’s a sweet event that should offer great family fun. Breakheart Reservation will be offering a free Maple Sugarin’ time tomorrow (Saturday, March 14) from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Here’s your chance to tap a tree, collect the sap and sample real maple syrup. Go to 177 Forest St. in Saugus. Please call 781-233-0834 for more details. St. John’s craft fair tomorrow St. John’s Episcopal Church will host an Artisan Marketplace tomorrow (Saturday, March 14) from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at 8 Prospect St. in Saugus. The Marketplace will feature talented local artisans offering a variety of exquisite, handcrafted items. Shoppers will find unique gifts for birthdays, Mother’s and Father’s Day and anniversaries, or special touches for the home. Visitors are invited to enjoy refreshments from the snack bar and a special 11 a.m. appearance by musician Chris D’Agostino, a Boston-based singer-songwriter, keyboardist and guitarist. He covers musical genres across various decades: rock, pop, soul and folk. Children ages 10 and under may register from 12:15 p.m.-12:45 p.m. to participate in a 1:00 p.m. Easter egg hunt. St. Patrick’s Day Party at VFW tomorrow Saugus VFW Post 2346 will host a St. Patrick’s Day Celebration tomorrow (Saturday, March 14) from noon to 4 p.m. at the VFW at 190C Main St. in Saugus. The Post will honor veterans from the Veterans Home at Chelsea as special guests. There will be live Irish music, traditional Irish food and green beer served. The post invites all of its members and the auxiliary to come dressed in green for the celebration. SRWC Annual Meeting Monday The Saugus River Watershed Council will host its Annual Dinner Meeting on Monday (March 16) at 6:30 p.m. at the Marina at The Wharf (543 North Shore Rd. in Revere). This is being billed as a fun night with stewardship awards, silent auctions and raffles. Steve Fantone will present the keynote presentation and wildlife slide show. Those who attend the annual meeting can also learn about the new Rumney Marsh Conservancy. Tickets cost $35. For details, go to www.saugusriver.org. Art on the Wing Join the library and Wingmasters for this unique opportunity! Draw or paint live birds of prey! Wingmasters will present five live birds for 10-15 minutes each while the audience draws and asks questions. Participants need to bring their own art supplies. The library will provide plain paper, pencils and colored pencils. Saturday, March 21, from 1011 a.m. in the Community Room; age eight and up. Please register online. Sideshow Tony at library March 21 On Saturday, March 21, at noon, the Saugus Public Library will welcome back magician and street organist Tony Gangi as he blends music, history and magic for audiences of all ages. Gangi of Great American Street Organ brings a beautifully restored, hand-cranked organ to life, filling the air with lively melodies while sharing fascinating stories about the history of these remarkable instruments. As the tunes play, Tony weaves in moments of wonder with clever feats of magic, surprising audiences of all ages. Part concert, part storytelling and part magical spectacle, this immersive experience celebrates the charm of old-world music and the joy of live performance in a truly unforgettable way. Coach T.’s spring track program Plans are in the works for the Saugus Sachems Youth Spring Track Program for 2026. Here’s the basic information. Who: Grades K-6th. Where: Belmonte Track. When: 4:00-5:30 p.m., Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays – May 19June 11. This program is geared toward new track and field athletes. It will prepare them for the larger-scale summer camp. Cost: $150 first year, $75 if returning. 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My brother and I recently inherited our father’s IRA when he passed away late last year and would like to know what we need to do to handle it properly. Oldest Sibling Dear Oldest, I’m sorry to hear about the loss of your father, but you’re smart to be planning ahead. Inheriting an IRA from a parent comes with a unique set of rules. Understanding them can help you make the most of the money you inherit and avoid an unpleasant surprise at tax time. Here are some basics you should know. Setting It Up Many people assume they can roll an inherited IRA into their own IRA, but that’s not allowed for most benefi ciaries. If you inherit an IRA from a parent, sibling, or anyone other than a spouse, you cannot treat the account as your own. Instead, your share must be transferred into a newly established inherited IRA, properly titled in the deceased owner’s name—for example, John Smith, deceased, for the benefi t of Jane Smith. If your father named multiple benefi ciaries, the IRA can be split into separate inherited accounts. This allows each benefi - ciary to manage withdrawals independently, as if they were the sole benefi ciary. You can open an inherited IRA at most banks or brokerage fi rms, although the simplest option is often to set it up with the firm that already holds your father’s account. The 10-Year Withdrawal Rule Under the SECURE Act, signed into law in December 2019, most non-spouse beneficiaries must withdraw all the money from an inherited IRA by the end of the 10th year following the original owner’s death. This rule applies if the owner died in 2020 or later. If your father had already begun taking required minimum distributions (RMDs), you generally must continue taking annual RMDs while also emptying the account within 10 years. If he had not yet started RMDs, annual withdrawals aren’t required, as long as the entire IRA is withdrawn by the end of the 10-year period. You may take withdrawals faster if you choose, but distributions from a traditional IRA are taxable as ordinary income in the year taken. Roth IRA withdrawals, however, are usually tax-free, provided the account has been open at least fi ve years. If you fail to take a required RMD, or don’t withdraw enough, the penalty is 25 percent of the amount you should have taken. That penalty can be reduced to 10 percent if the mistake is corrected within two years. Exceptions to the Rule Several benefi ciaries are exempt from the 10-year rule, including a surviving spouse, a minor child, a disabled or chronically ill benefi - ciary, or someone who is within 10 years of age of the original IRA owner. These beneficiaries may be allowed to stretch withdrawals over a longer period. Minimize Your Taxes As tempting as it may be to cash out an inherited IRA in a lump sum, or take large withdrawals over just a few years, proceed carefully. Doing so could trigger a hefty tax bill. Withdrawals from a traditional IRA are generally taxed as income at your regular tax rate. For many heirs, spreading distributions over the 10-year period can help manage taxes and reduce the risk of being pushed into a higher tax bracket. Other strategies may make sense if your income fl uctuates or you’re nearing retirement. To help navigate these decisions, consider working with a fi - nancial advisor. If you don’t have one, you can fi nd a fee-only, fi duciary fi nancial planner through the National Association of Personal Financial Advisors at napfa.org. Send your questions or comments to questions@savvysenior.org, or to Savvy Senior, P.O. Box 5443, Norman, OK 73070. nir ior I Saugus Gardens in the Winter Here’s what’s blooming in town this week to make your walks more enjoyable By Laura Eisener guess the balmy weather we enjoyed Sunday through Tuesday made us all believe that spring will come! As the snow melts from the garden, it reveals snowdrops just beginning to bloom, and the sprouting foliage of several other early spring bulbs, such as hyacinths and daffodils. Meanwhile several bulbs that will be blooming in our gardens in mid-April to May are available in florists’ shops and markets, so we can savor their colorful blossoms now and then plant them outside in the garden when the soil warms, so they can be enjoyed for many springs afterward. Pussy willow catkins (Salix caprea, S. discolor and others) are starting to open on shrubs in Saugus now, and several cultivars of Asian witch hazel (Hamamelis intermedia) have opened their yellow, orange or reddish blossoms. Monday was the fi rst day I thought it was actually comfortable to sit outside on the front porch steps. Unlike the past several weeks, there were many more people walking past, not only the dogwalkers, who often had to dodge the snow piles that are gradually receding, but others who have perhaps not taken a stroll through the neighborhood in several months. As people walk around and check out their gardens, they are seeing some spring “fi rsts,” not only the fl owers I have mentioned but the first pollinators, including at least one honeybee. Several birds that I had not seen all winter are making appearances, such as the group of red-winged blackbirds (Agelaius phoeniceus) that hovered around the Saugus River near Hamilton Street when we went out for coff ee Sunday morning. They were calling to each other; the males often raise their wing feathers to show off their GARDENS | SEE PAGE 11 A clump of snowdrops is blooming in Lynnhurst just a day after the snow that covered them melted! (Photo courtesy of Laura Eisener) An amaryllis blooms in Nancy Prag’s home in East Saugus. (Photo courtesy of Nancy Prag) ׉ 7cassandra://1-4xPCIER6DXp_qyOsnKc6_2CxrTrC8kpa8SVIsxxtU4`i\oGDV׉EuTHE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FriDAy, MArCH 13, 2026 Page 11 REAL ESTATE TRANSACTIONS Copyrighted material previously published in Banker & Tradesman/The Commercial Record, a weekly trade newspaper. It is reprinted with permission from the publisher, The Warren Group. For a searchable database of real estate transactions and property information visit: www. thewarrengroup.com. BUYER1 Caushi, Pajazit Laquaglia, Stephanie TOWN MEETING | FROM PAGE 8 tions, concerns, or issues within their precinct. My goal is to be accessible to the residents of Precinct 3 and to provide transparency in the work that I do on their behalf. As the Town continues to grow, we must make thoughtful adjustments across all departments to accommodate these changes. These efforts must occur across the board and not be limited to just one area. Like many communities, Saugus is evolving, and with recent development, our current residents reflect an increasingly diverse population. Amanda Ostrow Mason: Getting to a point where we can approve the town budget is, of course, the priority. We are all aware of the significant challenges currently facing our schools. But I worry that those who are not directly involved and have no kids in our schools do not recognize how dire the situation currently is. Not being fully funded last year led to severe cuts being made and not only do those posiGARDENS | FROM PAGE 10 bright red “epaulets” and make a scratchy call. Despite its not being especially melodious, it is one of the sounds that always tells me the birds have returned from Southern U.S. states and Mexico where they winter. They head for wet areas when they return, like the Saugus River and several reservoirs. Among their favorite foods are the cattails (Typha spp.) that grow between the Hamilton Street bridge and the Saugus Iron Works, and a small grouping of these plants on Birch Pond beside Walnut Street. A less visible sign of spring is the sap running in the trees, not only maples but birches and a few others, although we may be reminded when we see BUYER2 Caushi, Rushit Merken, David SELLER1 Gomes, Leonardo Sousa Walker, Beau tions need to be added back, we also need to keep up with the upward trends of ELL (English Language Learners) and high needs students. Some of the class sizes are averaging 28+ in the STEAM, Middle and High school. That’s a dangerous number especially looking at cutting more teachers which would force that number into the 30s. It is frustrating to see our leaders agreeing that we need more funding and then voting against that in meetings. We need to start looking at how to make this happen. To me, that’s the biggest priority we have. Investing in our children should always be a top priority. Question Two: What do you consider the top priority for residents in your precinct as you prepare for the opening of the 2025 Town Meeting session? Marissa DeMonte: “The elephant in the room” for Precinct 3, as I see it, is the proper revitalization and utilization of Stocker Park. This parcel has significantly deteriorated over time. Yet, despite sap buckets hanging from the tree trunks, and further north, where this is serious business, the more efficient networks of plastic tubing that bring sap to the condensers. Tomorrow, Saturday, March 14, many people from surrounding towns will enjoy Breakheart Reservation’s Maple Sugarin’ event from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. This is a terrific experience for families. My husband still remembers the excitement of his first taste of sugar on snow over 60 years ago at a similar celebration which combines education with sweet flavors! As New Englanders we are well aware that our first taste of spring is not likely to mean the real end of winter. Indeed, if temperatures stayed above freezing at night the sap producers would find the sugaring SELLER2 ADDRESS Ribeiro, Franciane G 34 Golden Hills Rd Walker, Kelley 11 Richard St its current state, the Saugus riverbank within the park remains a vital habitat for numerous bird species, attracting birdwatchers from across the region. Stocker Park’s untapped potential is immense; its natural bird habitat alone represents a significant asset. With sustained community engagement and collaborative planning, this space could be transformed from a point of concern into a cherished outdoor amenity for all. I’m eager to partner with residents and town officials to develop a comprehensive plan that realizes this vision. Leonard Ferrari, Jr.: Two specific local issues that have come up frequently are the pending situation at Stocker Field and the future of the dog park, as well as the need for speed bumps at the top of Hurd Avenue leading to the Veterans School to help slow traffic and improve safety for students and families. I also intend to continue being a source of communication for all Precinct 3 residents and a TOWN MEETING | SEE PAGE 12 season cut very short. We can expect to rely on some of our indoor plants to keep us going until the ground really thaws enough to plant and for flowers to be blooming around every corner. Nancy Prag enjoyed the blossoms on her amaryllis this week, and I am enjoying the anticipation of an opening bud on one of mine sitting on a windowsill. Orchids, geraniums and African violets are a few other houseplants that may be flowering on windowsills right now, where they have been waiting for enough sun to blossom. The indoor gardens may include some shamrocks for St. Patrick’s Day or catnip for St. Gertrude’s Day (both March 17). And we can begin our countdown to astronomical spring, which this year is NEXT Friday, March 20. CITY Saugus Saugus Frances M. (Fagan) Eggert O f Saugus, formerly of Lynn. Died on Monday, March 2nd at the age of 80. Born in Revere and raised in Chelsea, Ms. Eggert was the daughter of the late James and Madeline (Wilson) Fagan. Frances was a former bookkeeper for Booma and Arctic Oil Companies. Ms. Eggert is survived by her daughter, Debra L. Jackson and her husband Alexander of FL; three sons, Anthony R. DePietro and his wife Lorraine “Missy” of GA, Michael J. DePietro of Barnstable SINGLE ROOM FOR RENT WITH SHARED LIVING, BATH AND KITCHEN NEAR EVERETT SQUARE Affordable Living: $1,000/month plus utilities CALL MICHAEL FOR MORE DETAILS: 978-409-9696 FURNISHED ROOM FOR RENT EVERETT DATE 02.20.26 02.17.26 OBITUARY and Thomas J. DePietro of Saugus; eight grandchildren; thirteen great grandchildren; and many nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by three brothers and three sisters. Relatives and friends were invited to attend visiting hours in the Bisbee-Porcella Funeral Home, Saugus on March 8. A funeral service was held in the funeral home on Monday followed by interment in Holy Cross Cemetery in Malden. In lieu of flowers, donations in Frances’s memory may be made to the American Diabetes Association at diabetes.org. PRICE 665000 655000 1 bedroom, 1 bath furnished room for rent. $275. per week rent. Two week deposit plus 1 week rent required. 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Amanda Ostrow Mason: I think a priority in Precinct 3 is Stocker Field. The field and “playground” quality continues to go downhill year after year. We need to give our community more outdoor spaces to utilize. So many surrounding communities are making this a priority not only for sustainability but for families to enjoy. I am also concerned about Winter Street. It is a pass-through for many tractor trailers every day and is also subject to dangerous speeding constantly. A police presence at high traffic times of day would be a great starting point. I welcome all thoughts and ideas from any Precinct 3 residents and am looking at starting a Facebook ~ 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. ES26P0607EA Estate of: EDWARD JAMES FEE Date of Death: 12/19/2023 CITATION ON PETITION FOR FORMAL ADJUDICATION To all interested persons: A Petition for Formal Adjudication of Intestacy and Appointment of Personal Representative has been filed by Carol S. Fee of Saugus, MA requesting that the Court enter a formal Decree and Order and for such other relief as requested in the Petition. The Petitioner requests that: Carol S. Fee of Saugus, MA be appointed as Personal Representative(s) of said estate to serve Without Surety on the bond in unsupervised administration. IMPORTANT NOTICE You have the right to obtain a copy of the Petition from the Petitioner or at the Court. You have a right to object to this proceeding. To do so, you or your attorney must file a written appearance and objection at this Court before: 10:00 a.m. on the return day of 04/15/2026. This is NOT a hearing date, but a deadline by which you must file a written appearance and objection if you object to this proceeding. If you fail to file a timely written appearance and objection followed by an affidavit of objections within thirty (30) days of the return day, action may be taken without further notice to you. UNSUPERVISED ADMINISTRATION UNDER THE MASSACHUSETTS UNIFORM PROBATE CODE (MUPC) A Personal Representative appointed under the MUPC in an unsupervised administration is not required to file an inventory or annual accounts with the Court. Persons interested in the estate are entitled to notice regarding the administration directly from the Personal Representative and may petition the Court in any matter relating to the estate, including the distribution of assets and expenses of administration. WITNESS, Hon. Frances M. Giordano, First Justice of this Court. Date: March 11, 2026 PAMELA A. CASEY O’BRIEN REGISTER OF PROBATE March 13, 2026 page to collaborate with our residents. Question Three: Are you working independently or in collaboration with other members on articles to be introduced for this year’s Town Meeting? Could you please elaborate? Summarize your article and what you hope to accomplish. Marissa DeMonte: As a newly elected town meeting member, I’m still finding my footing and haven’t begun drafting any articles yet. What I am doing is building relationships, connecting with colleagues across precincts, listening closely, and looking for shared priorities. Collaboration matters to me, and I’m eager to work alongside them to advance the goals we hold in common. Leonard Ferrari, Jr.: I am not currently working with other Town Meeting Members on any specific articles at this time, but I am certainly open and willing to col~ LEGAL NOTICE ~ COMMONWEALTH OF MASSACHUSETTS THE TRIAL COURT PROBATE AND FAMILY COURT Essex Probate and Family Court 36 Federal Street Salem, MA 01970 Docket No. ES26P0197GD In the matter of: STEFANIE SILVA Of: Saugus, MA RESPONDENT Alleged Incapacitated Person CITATION GIVING NOTICE OF PETITION FOR APPOINTMENT OF GUARDIAN FOR INCAPACITATED PERSON PURSUANT TO G.L. c. 190B, §5-304 To the named Respondent and all other interested persons, a petition has been filed by Valeria A. Da Silva of Saugus, MA in the above captioned matter alleging that Stefanie Silva is in need of a Guardian and requesting that Valeria A. Da Silva of Saugus, MA (or some other suitable person) be appointed as Guardian to serve Without Surety on the bond. The petition asks the court to determine that the Respondent is incapacitated, that the appointment of a Guardian is necessary, and that the proposed Guardian is appropriate. The petition is on file with this court and may contain a request for certain specific authority. You have the right to object to this proceeding. If you wish to do so, you or your attorney must file a written appearance at this court on or before 10:00 A.M. on the return date of 04/14/2026. This day is NOT a hearing date, but a deadline date by which you have to file the written appearance if you object to the petition. If you fail to file the written appearance by the return date, action may be taken in this matter without further notice to you. In addition to filing the written appearance, you or your attorney must file a written affidavit stating the specific facts and grounds of your objection IMPORTANT NOTICE The outcome of this proceeding may limit or completely take away the above-named person’s right to make decisions about personal affairs or financial affairs or both. The above-named person has the right to ask for a lawyer. Anyone may make this request on behalf of the above-named person. If the above-named person cannot afford a lawyer, one may be appointed at State expense. WITNESS, Hon. Frances M. Giordano, First Justice of this Court. Date: March 10, 2026 PAMELA A. CASEY O’BRIEN REGISTER OF PROBATE March 13, 2026 laborate with fellow members moving forward. I believe that working together can help develop thoughtful proposals that benefit the entire community. I am eager to help make the right decisions for the town going forward and to support initiatives that serve the best interests of all residents. My goal is to contribute to discussions and potential articles that will strengthen the town as a whole and ensure that all departments have the resources and support they need to effectively serve the community. For all residents of the Town of Saugus, my contact is 781-6085008 or via email lenferrari@ yahoo.com Amanda Ostrow Mason: Being a newly elected town meeting member, there is much collaboration happening between several precincts at this time. We are all looking forward to the longterm planning for our town. UMass Amherst announces fall 2025 Dean’s List T he following students from Saugus were named to the fall 2025 Dean’s List at the University of Massachusetts Amherst. Students are appointed to the Dean’s List at the end of a semester in which they have completed a minimum of 12 graded credits and have earned a grade point average of 3.500 or better. 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