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Vogler P lenty of uncertainty remains about what’s ahead for WIN Waste Innovations’ waste disposal operations in Saugus after a three-hour forum titled “The Future of the Ash Landfi ll” concluded Wednesday night before a packed second fl oor auditorium at Town Hall. But Eric Worrall, the regional director of the state Department of Environmental Protection’s (MassDEP) Northeast Regional Offi ce, left no doubts that expansion of the ash landfi ll near WIN’s trash-to-energy plant on Route 107 can’t happen under current state laws and regulations. “The current administration says it’s not a permittable activity,” Worrall said. “That I can say with certainty.” That was Worrall’s response to a grilling from PreSix-month-old Nico Dellogono got his fi rst experience in “The Pumpkin Patch” last Saturday outside the First Congregational Church of Saugus, where he was baptized. Nico is the son of Michael and Diana Dellogono of Wilmington, who are church members. 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View all our listings at: CarpenitoRealEstate.com cinct 2 Town Meeting Member Christopher Riley, who wanted to know whether MassDEP can assure there wouldn’t be expansion under any circumstances. Worrall’s response was similar to the answer he gave others who asked similar questions at the Wednesday night forum: There will be no expansion unless current state law and regulations are changed. That was the most significant takeaway from the public meeting hosted by State Rep. Jessica Giannino (D-Revere), whose district includes Precincts 3 and 10 in Saugus, state Rep. 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He said it would be doubtful that state Attorney General Maura Healey, a Democrat who is heavily favored to be elected governor in November, would support changing laws that would allow an expansion of the landfill. Passionate citizens – both for and against expansion of WIN Waste Innovations’ ash landfill – spent much of the meeting arguing the merits of any plans to expand the ash landfill. Several people talked about cancer deaths in their families and neighborhoods, suspecting the WIN plant was to blame. Others praised WIN for being a good citizen. Eugene Decareau, 92, said that if it MassDEP Officials Eric Worrall and Mark Fairbrother were on hand at Saugus Town Hall on Wednesday night to listen to citizen concerns about WIN Waste Innovations’ ash landfill and answer questions. (Saugus Advocate photo by Mark E. Vogler) were up to him, he’d give the company more burners and let them produce all of the town’s electricity. ~ Legal Notice ~ 2022 FINANCIAL RECORDS The 2022 financial records of the Belmonte Upper Elementary School PTO, INC., are available at the address noted below., for inspection during normal business hours. Any citizen can request these documents within 180 days after publication of this notice of its availability, The Belmonte Upper Elementary PTO, Inc., 39 Hurd Ave. Saugus, MA. 01906 ~ Legal Notice ~ 2022 FINANCIAL RECORDS The 2022 financial records of the Veterans Lower Elementary School PTO, INC., are available at the address noted below., for inspection during normal business hours. Any citizen can request these documents within 180 days after publication of this notice of its availability, The Veterans Early Learning Center PTO, Inc., 39 Hurd Ave. Saugus, MA. 01906 Those who attended the forum also got an opportunity to ask Worrall and another MassDEP official – Mark Fairbrother – questions related to the ash landfill and WIN’s incineration and waste disposal operations. The community meeting was held just eight days after Saugus selectmen approved a tentative deal with WIN Waste Innovations that would eliminate tipping fees for waste disposal in return for 20 more years of ash landfill. WIN had proposed a Host Community Agreement (HCA) to pay the town up to $18 million in return for permission to extend the life of its ash landfill 25 years. The adoption of any HCA would be contingent upon approval by MassDEP and the town’s Board of Health. WIN continues with its plans The two MassDEP officials confirmed that WIN has not submitted any proposal to expand the ash landfill. WIN issued a brief statement to The Saugus Advocate late Wednesday night in response to the forum. “Working with the Landfill Committee and Board of Selectmen, we have advanced the concept of continuing to use our landfill and set a path to a Host Community Agreement on how to share the resulting environmental and economic benefits with the Town,” WIN Waste Innovations Vice President of Environment Jim Connolly said. “Once we finalize the agreement, we will develop the concept and begin a permitting process to advance the project. We look forward to making the environmental case for the project and engaging in a thorough, transparent and fact-based evaluation by the DEP,” Connolly said. Board of Selectmen Chair Anthony Cogliano, one of the three selectmen who voted by a slim 3-2 margin to support a deal that would extend the ash landfill 20 more years, went to the lectern to argue in WIN’s behalf. “The burden of proof is on WIN Waste” to prove to MassDEP and the town Board of Health that there are no environmental or health problems resulting from an expansion of the ash landfill. “I trust DEP to oversee the permitting process,” Cogliano said. “This is a good thing for Saugus. Let the process move forward. I have 60 letters in support of the ash landfill,” he said before taking a folder full of letters and presenting them to the MassDEP officials. Revere Council - lor-at-Large Anthony Zambuto, who has been to several recent Saugus meetings to support WIN, said he isn’t advocating for a change in current laws. Instead, he stressed, he is confident that WIN would receive “an objective evaluation” from MassDEP on its proposal. A key MassDEP document A chief obstacle to WIN’s plans is a letter that MassDEP Commissioner Martin Suuberg wrote last November to state Rep. TurPERMITTABLE | SEE PAGE 4 State Rep. Jessica Giannino (D-Revere), pictured at right, said it’s time to consider alternatives to expansion of the ash landfill at WIN Waste Innovations’ trash-to-energy plant as Saugus Board of Selectmen Vice Chair Debra Panetta listened. (Saugus Advocate photo by Mark E. Vogler) ׉ 7cassandra://ijtzwIrmPbWXm_3qLGsHtdJCIRX4fmtPeURIBsdnHjY,I`̰c6yν6׉E?THE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FriDAy, SEpTEmbEr 30, 2022 ~ The Advocate Asks ~ Page 3 Selectman Corinne Riley talks about a 4-1-1 welcome the town plans for Saugus newcomers on Oct. 15 Editor’s Note: Saugus newcomers will get a rare opportunity to “go to school” in two weeks and learn many helpful things about their new hometown that they may not have known. And, of course, all Saugus residents – even the natives and longtimers – are welcome, too, if they would like to take a refresher course on things citizens might want to know about the Town of Saugus, Saugus Public Schools and the various services available. In fact, everyone in town is invited to “Saugus 411,” a special open house set for Saturday, Oct. 15, from 9 a.m. to noon at the Saugus Middle High School Complex. This week we interviewed Saugus Selectman Corinne Riley, who has been the catalyst and key organizer for this project. She is finishing the first year of her second two-year term on the Board of Selectmen. Highlights of that interview follow. Q: Please tell me about this project you have been working months on, called “Saugus 411.” What is it all about? A: This event is targeting newly moved residents, but it is for everyone. I hope many will stop by and again see what Saugus has to offer. As far as what will be valuable to the newly moved in families – they will event and will conduct tours of the Middle High School Complex. Many people haven’t had the opportunity yet to see what the building looks like, so here is your chance. Q: What does 4-1-1 stand for? A: Dialing 4-1-1 was the old way to get information on the phone. On the logo we use, it’s buttons to push the 4-1-1. The younger people will never know what it was like to call for a phone number. Q: How did this idea evolve? A: A few years ago, while working with Representative Wong’s campaign, I had the opportunity to attend a “Wakefield 101” event. That was a collaboration between their Chamber of Commerce and the town for new residents. They provided basic information about the town and had businesses that gave “welcome bags” of gift certificates, coupons, etc. It was not a town event, rather a Chamber of Commerce event. ASKS | SEE PAGE 6 Corinne Riley Selectman 425r Broadway, Saugus have the opportunity to see all the clubs and committees they may want to join to broaden their participation in their new hometown, and to meet new people themselves. Many nonprofit organizations in town are holding on by a thread, or worse, disappearing altogether. I’d love to see those who signed up for a table get their message out there to new or not so new families to get involved. Making people feel welcome is the way to do it! Q: When and where will it take place? And who can attend? I understand you sent out some invitations. A: To everyone who may not have received a personal invitation, I would like to extend an invitation to everyone in town to stop by Saugus Middle High School on Saturday, October 15 from 9 a.m. to noon. Hope to see you there! 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There have been more than 1,125 confirmed cases over the past 23 weeks (which averages out to about 49 per week) as the virus continues to hang around, causing some people to keep wearing masks at Town Hall even though they are optional. M eanwhile, t he state reported one new COVID-19-related death in Saugus over the past seven days, increasing the overall total to 96 deaths since the outbreak of the Coronavirus in March of 2020. “Our hearts and prayers go out to those families affected by this health pandemic,” Crabtree said. Our 50th Anniversary Dan 1972 R.Y.O. TOBACCO ---------TUBES CIGAR SMOKERS DELIGHT! 15 Handmade Cigars - Long Leaf - individually wrapped plus a $19. Surprise $43.95 ~ Humidor Special ~ Holds up to 25 Cigars. Includes Ashtray, Cigar Cutter, Leather Pocket Cigar Holder, Hygromoter and Humidor. 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Vogler) (ACEC), an expansion of the landfill (including vertical expansion) would need to meet the site suitability criteria in the Regulations with respect to the site assignment,” Suuberg continued. “While an applicant is free to propose a site assignment modification, and MassDEP will review information submitted, based upon the information presently before MassDEP, the facility fails to meet the necessary site suitability criteria to allow for expansion within the ACEC and therefore would not receive a positive site suitability determination,” he wrote. “Without a positive site suitability determination from MassDEP, a proposal to amend the facility’s site assignment to allow for vertical expansion would not advance to the Saugus Board of Health for consideration.” One of the panelists at the forum – Kirstie Pecci, the executive director of Just Zero, an organization seeking to advance community-centered Zero Waste solutions – stressed that current laws wouldn’t allow a landfill to be built in the Rumney Marsh and wouldn’t allow a landfill to be built the way WIN’s ash landfill was built. If MassDEP determines that a site is suitable, the Saugus Board of Health would decide whether to grant a site assignment. “The rest of this cannot happen without a positive site suitability by MassDEP,” Pecci said. “Commissioner Suuberg went out of his way to write a letter he didn’t have to write…. The law would have to change here,” she said. Where do the lawmakers stand? Precinct 10 Town Meeting Member Peter Manoogian asked Giannino and Turco whether they would support changing the laws, thus enPERMITTABLE | SEE PAGE 5 ׉ 7cassandra://zHGfi_TuXa6EC5PNf8wKf5co6_34e0ircR-PXMCFCl80#`̰c6yν6׉ETHE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FriDAy, SEpTEmbEr 30, 2022 ~ Letter-to-the-Editor ~ Page 5 “WE STAND UNITED,” the Saugus Faith Community declares, condemning anti-Semitic banner Dear Editor: Recently, a small group of masked white nationalists displayed an anti-Semitic banner across U.S. Route 1 in our community. Although it appears they were not from Saugus, their action illustrates the scope of hatred that has become endemic in our society. Hateful and divisive rhetoric of this type is spreading across our country; a country founded on the principles of religious freedom. PERMITTABLE | FROM PAGE 4 abling WIN to proceed with expansion of its ash landfi ll, which is estimated to reach full capacity in late 2025 or early 2026. “Absolutely not,” Giannino answered. “Absolutely not,” Turco replied. Manoogian asked state Rep. Donald Wong (R-Saugus) whether he would support any change in the law that would allow WIN to expand the ash landfi ll. “When I speak, you’ll hear my answer,” Wong replied. Wong read from a prepared statement when he went to the lectern to address the forum. “I trust the Board of Health and DEP to do their jobs,” Wong said. “We want you to make decisions based on science and data, which I know you will do,” he said. He also said he supported “a public/ private partnership between the town and WIN Waste.” Some Saugus residents and citizens from neighboring towns dread what happens after the landfi ll is closed. “Ballard Street and Route 107 will be inundated with trash trucks,” Precinct 10 Town Meeting Member Peter Delios said. Delios, who was among the Landfi ll Subcommittee members who voted to recommend WIN’s proposed HCA to the Board of Selectmen, insists that he’s “neutral” on the issue. “I made a vote to move it to selectmen…A few of my constituents got angry with me and I became Public Enemy Number One,” he said. Saugus Board of Selectmen Vice Chair Debra Panetta served as facilitator of We, members of the Saugus Faith Community (SFC), denounce the bigoted act of the white nationalists and stand in solidarity with our Jewish brothers and sisters. Our faith teaches us that we are all created equal in God’s family. It teaches us the importance of “loving our neighbors as we love ourselves,” and that we are one Family within one Creation. There is no room for intolerance of any type. That is one of the guiding princithe forum, introducing the speakers and monitoring the night’s agenda, so that everyone who wanted to speak or ask questions was recognized. Panetta, a longtime critic of the trash-to-energy plant and one of the two selectmen who opposed approval of the HCA with WIN – and specifi cally expansion of the ash landfi ll – suggested that it’s time to assemble a closure committee to oversee activities once the landfi ll is closed. Rep. Turco said there’s a process that will be followed when the landfi ll eventually closes. He said it’s “a 30year process of monitoring the landfi ll and making sure the landfill’s integrity isn’t compromised.” MassDEP’s Worrall said that whatever is in the ash landfi ll will remain. “The ash won’t be removed and will ples of all major faiths. It is the message clearly found in the Bible and other major religious texts. We pray for those who fi nd it necessary to elevate themselves by attempting to marginalize others. Their strategy will not succeed because in the end, light overcomes darkness; love overcomes hatred; and good overcomes evil. Saugus Catholics Collaborative; Rev. Jason Makos; Deac. Francis Gaff ney continue to be monitored.” Rep. Giannino said it will be time to focus on recycling, composting and other alternatives to burning. “What’s next in Saugus isn’t unique in Saugus,” she said. The Alliance for Health and the Environment represents local public offi cials from Saugus and Revere and state and local environmental organizations concerned about waste incineration and trash disposal in Saugus. 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Here are some plans for the fi rst of its kind Fall Family Festival, which gets underway tomorrow (Saturday, Oct. 1) at 10 a.m. and lasts through 2 p.m. This free event will include ongoing lawn games, live snakes with the Cape Ann Vernal Pond Team, a petting zoo, music, a DCR Mounted Unit and family-oriof the highlights: · Thirty minute shows by storyteller John Porcino: 10:30 a.m., 11:30 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. · Twenty minute programs with live owls by Mass Audubon: 11 a.m., 11:30 a.m., noon, 12:30 p.m., 1 p.m. · Discover the park’s trees on a half mile guided walk: noon to 1 p.m. · Relax with a Tai Chi lesson from State Representative Donald Wong: 1 to 2 p.m. Saugus Action Volunteers for the Environment (SAVE) is pleased to sponsor the following free educational program as part of Breakheart Reservation’s First Annual Fall Family Festival: Working together with our community partners, the Department of Conservation & Recreation (DCR) and the Friends of Breakheart, SAVE is excited to sponsor the program “Owl Encounter.” Mass Audubon will present fi ve 20-minute sessions at Breakheart Reservation’s Christopher P. Dunne Visitor Center. You can attend one or more of these sessions to view local wildlife up close and personal, as well as learn more about these incredible animals. SAVE will sponsor an “It’s New To You” SWAP again this year at the Festival. The SWAP – an effort to help keep usable items out of the waste stream – will be held from 10 a.m. to 1:30 pm at the Visitor Center. The SWAP is part of SAVE’s continuing eff orts to increase recycling by repurposing still usable goods and reducing what is put out as trash and incinerated. The SWAP is another free event – no money, just a simple swap. You can bring items or take items; you do not have to do both. Bring usable items in good condition to the SWAP (typically ASKS | FROM PAGE 3 I presented this idea to the Board of Selectmen, Town Manager, School Committee and School Department, and all are onboard with this town event to welcome new residents and provide basic information about the town. I’ve reached out to the Saugus Chamber of Commerce for those things you no longer want but that are too good to throw away) and perhaps fi nd a treasure or two to take home with you. (Please do not bring items that require special disposal.) For more information about the SWAP, please contact Ann at adevlin@aisle10.net. You can also visit the SAVE website at www.SaugusSave.org To help introduce visitors to the large variety of trees within Breakheart Reservation, SAVE and DCR will sponsor an ecological tree tour led by SAVE member Ryan Duggan. Meet at the Visitor Center at noon to join this easy tour. The Fall Family Festival will take place in and around the Visitor Center – rain or shine. Please wear comfortable shoes and dress for the weather. Bring drinking water, sunscreen and insect repellent. Look for rangers who will assist with parking. Please observe all COVID protocols. Visit Mass.gov/COVID. Cosponsored by DCR, Saugus Cultural Council, Friends of Breakheart, SAVE and Trader Joe’s. their participation as well. So, I created a committee of a few friends who were interested in helping. Donna Sordello, Jeannie Bartolo, Jean Swanson, and Janice Jarosz from the Board of Selectmen’s offi ce have helped immensely. These ladies are the best, and I can’t thank each of them ASKS | SEE PAGE 7 Monogram D4 Double siding Cedar impression half rounds Harvey Vinyl 64 Replacement Windows Custom Aluminum Trim work Windows & Doors Top quality Vinyl Siding! •Vinyl Siding •Carpentry Work •Decks •Roofing •Free Estimates •Replacement Windows •Fully Licensed •Fully Insured ׉ 7cassandra://lnsgi6cmGXrCa6JyOVMnIz55fbhOht5nQSngqKfoRAE/`̰c6yν6׉E=THE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FriDAy, SEpTEmbEr 30, 2022 Page 7 Special Town Meeting School Committee members say they support Crabtree’s article creating a stabilization fund for students By Mark E. Vogler T wo School Committee members say they believe Town Manager Scott C. Crabtree’s proposed “Supplemental Student Support Reserve Fund” will aid the School Department in reaching students whose education was adversely aff ected by the COVID-19 pandemic. “The stabilization fund is going to help the district stretch every dollar and invest in student achievement after the pandemic. I look forward to the discussion,” School Committee member Ryan Fisher said. “The money is targeted, recognizes the extraordinary needs we’re seeing not only as we try to put the pieces back together from the pandemic years, but recognize how much growth we have in front of us. It’s going to help us get there,” he said. The proposed article is one of several measures that will be considered when the ASKS | FROM PAGE 6 enough. I also want to thank the Town Manager for his cooperation and help in getting invitations out to new residents. 50-member Town Meeting convenes at 7:30 p.m. on Oct. 24 in the second fl oor auditorium at Saugus Town Hall. Crabtree said that Gov. Charlie Baker provided additional monies in Chapter 70 funds for public school, amounting to about $3-million for Saugus Public Schools. This money would allow for a variety of educational programs in the school district which are not currently covered by the School Department’s operating budget. “The idea is to look at student opportunities through the pandemic,” Crabtree said. “Our students in the state fell behind. This money is looked at to try to support those endeavors,” he said. I surveyed and spoken to town meeting members. When reached for comment, School Committee Chair Vincent Serino said he “really feels good” about the article. Q: How many different town agencies are involved? Did you approach the School Department or did they off er to help? A: As far as the school district is concerned, I had mentioned this event to As“It takes on one of our biggest challenges, how do we get students, who have been out of the classroom for an extended period of time, back up to the level they should be at,” Serino said. “This fund will supplement the already great work of our teachers and support staff s,” Serino said. “This fund will allow needed monies towards enrichment programs. As well as a supplemental program that will help the students get the extra help they need. This fund will help Saugus as a whole by working towards student achievement,” he said. Crabtree said the funds would be used for the following reasons: To develop and provide enrichment programs outside of the school day, including summer school, evening school, and before and after school programs not currently existing in the school budget. sociate Principal Myra Monto and Superintendent Erin McMahon at the Unsung Hero awards a few months ago. They both loved the idea and wanted to be a ASKS | SEE PAGE 8 2.50 %APY* With rates like this, earning while you save is easier than ever. Ask about our in-home or office concierge service. EARN INTEREST WITHOUT RESTRICTIONS FROM A NEW MILESTONE SAVINGS ACCOUNT. Saving is hard. We get it. Life gets in the way. That’s why we created the Milestone Savings Account. With an amazing 2.50% APY* and no restrictions, reaching those financial goals gets a lot easier. Stay liquid. Earn while you save. And do it easily with a New Milestone Savings Account. Go to everettbank.com for details. 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Fees could reduce earnings. ׉ 7cassandra://SeJkAh_V-v23CuGztJq5sZVYB6oz5RcJNzsNNDiiAJA**`̰c6yν6c6yν6 PבCט(u׉׉ 7cassandra://eKmqgm4FiOix8xmj51sdWYbWUZjtc_-XD9tvhAputEc`)׉ 7cassandra://XmG03N0fzw-ukiRwvorQ-g8WwiTd7IHpXgMwCN2yuRsͣ7`J׉ 7cassandra://5KKNwjiQE0U1F4F6XEmtJkADodK1o4zMTKd39jRvFfM/l`̰׉ 7cassandra://zQifeOl_AbFPhsME5nbE2E9BUPb2gW21gYhQcBXsZ1gvih͠c6yν6ט((u׉׉ 7cassandra://Vwk31QeOC0b_r7_3xF9LgHTeuOrK8a9_1Pe1HlHK3TEgf`)׉ 7cassandra://R9MXxF07qdddHMj8VpmRx2EzLytQd9GQ76k9Va0wfSÁ`J׉ 7cassandra://IGJzdfyh_WKKPEA2anTtBgI830KWFnQ3ibSyLdACvDo'`̰׉ 7cassandra://Vf9rF1NOgO2gY1TgM8mecZlL6y846pMWLSYklkjybgc,͠c6yν6נc6yν6 5܁̸9ׁHmailto:gus411@gmail.comׁ ׁ Јנc6yν6XF9ׁHmailto:saugus411@gmail.comׁ ׁ Ј׉EPage 8 THE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FriDAy, SEpTEmbEr 30, 2022 Kane’s Donuts Set to Participate in Bakes for Breast Cancer Mass. from Friday, October 7 – Thursday, October 13, 2022 S augus, Mass. (September 28, 2022) – Kane’s Donuts is proud to announce its participation in Bakes for Breast Cancer’s signature event – Bakes for Breast Cancer Massachusetts returning for its twenty-third year, which helps raise funds and awareness for breast cancer research. Bakeries, cafés, pastry shops and restaurants throughout Massachusetts will participate during this years fundraiser from Friday, October 7 through Thursday, October 13, 2022. All establishments will either dedicate 100% of its sales from one of ASKS | FROM PAGE 7 part of it to share their protheir signature desserts (or 50% from the sales of its entire dessert list) back to Bakes for Breast Cancer Massachusetts. “We are on a mission to end breast cancer for good, one sweet treat at a time,” said Bakes for Breast Cancer Founder Carol Sneider. “We’re excited to see how Bakes keeps evolving, and we’re beyond grateful for our partners to support us even during these tough times so we can help eradicate breast cancer once and for all.” There are two ways to participate in Boston Bakes for Breast Cancer Massachugrams with new families as well. At fi rst I was planning to hold it at town hall, which Law Offices of Terrence W. Kennedy 512 Broadway, Everett • Criminal Defense • Personal Injury • Medical Malpractice Tel: (617) 387-9809 Cell: (617) 308-8178 twkennedylaw@gmail.com setts – establishments can off er one designated dessert where 100% of the proceeds go towards the Bakes for Breast Cancer, or off er their entire dessert roster where 50% of the proceeds goes back to the organization. Since its inception in 1999, Bakes for Breast Cancer has raised over 2 million dollars. To date, over 4,500 diff erent bakeries, cafés, pastry shops, supermarkets, and restaurants have participated throughout annual events in Massachusetts, Rhode Island, Maine and Cape & Islands. the Town Manager agreed to, but then Ms. Monto suggested having it at the new complex. This is a great opportunity to have the public come to see the new facility as well. Q: Has the town done anything like this in recent memory? A: I don’t recall any Welcome to Saugus event like this in recent memory, but I Proceeds raised will benefi t the nonprofi t breast cancer organization Bakes for Breast Cancer which will support the research of Dr. Rachel Freedman. Dr. Freedman’s clinical trials will focus on treatment for older breast cancer patients, an area of research that has been vastly under subsidized. About Bakes for Breast Cancer Massachusetts: Bakes for Breast Cancer Massachusetts is an annual sweet to raise funds for breast cancer research and care where hundreds of restaurants, bakeries, cafés and retail shops throughout Massachusetts participate by designating all sales of one specifi c desert, or fi fty percent of proceeds from their entire dessert menu, to breast cancer care and research. Proceeds from the event benefi t Bakes for Breast Cancer, Inc., a nonprofi t breast cancer organization dedicated to funding breast cancer researchers and clinicians. For a list of participating establishments, or to shop online, please visit www.bakesforbreastcancer/restaurant-and-bakeries. thought the Wakefield event was a great idea, and I hope our event is something that helps our new Saugonians feel a part of our town. I’d like to thank the Selectmen, Town Manager, School Committee and Superintendent for agreeing to hold this fi rst time Saugus 411 event. Everyone is welcome! There are so many on soOUR OFFICE HAS MOVED TO 519 BROADWAY, EVERETT SABATINO INSURANCE AGENCY 519 BROADWAY EVERETT, MA 02149 PHONE: (617) 387-7466 FAX: (617) 381-9186 Visit us online at: Rocco Longo, Owner WWW.SABATINO-INS.COM The logo for Saugus 411 cial media who don’t know where to get a trash sticker, where they vote, what type of government we have, who their Town Meeting members are, etc. The committee is compiling as much information as we can onto handouts that may be helpful, not just to our new residents, but for existing residents who may be just registering to vote or are interested in religious, athletic and social groups that Saugus has to off er. We still have more work to do. Specifi cally, I’d like to have at least one representative from the town to answer questions. We are hoping that businesses and service providers will see these announcements ASKS | SEE PAGE 9 THIS WEEK ON SAUGUS TV Sunday, Oct. 2 from 9–11 p.m. on Channel 8 – “Sunday Night Stooges” (The Three Stooges). Monday, Oct. 3 all day on Channel 8 – “Movie Monday” (classic movies). Tuesday, Oct. 4 at 7 p.m. on Channel 9 – Board of Selectmen Meeting ***live***. Wednesday, Oct. 5 at 6:30 p.m. on Channel 8 – MassDEP Community Meeting from Sept. 28. Thursday, Oct. 6 at 8:30 p.m. on Channel 9 – Board of Health Meeting from Oct. 3. Friday, Oct. 7 at 8:30 p.m. on Channel 9 – Board of Selectmen Meeting from Oct. 4. Saturday, Oct. 8 at 6:30 p.m. on Channel 8 – What’s Cookin’? with Safi yat. Saugus TV can be seen on Comcast Channels 8, 9 & 22. For complete schedules, please visit www.saugustv.org ***programming may be subject to change without notice*** ׉ 7cassandra://5KKNwjiQE0U1F4F6XEmtJkADodK1o4zMTKd39jRvFfM/l`̰c6yν6׉ETHE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FriDAy, SEpTEmbEr 30, 2022 Page 9 ASKS | FROM PAGE 8 about sending in up to 100 menus, business cards, fl yers, etc. that promote their services. There are always people asking for a good electrician, plumber, landscaper, snow-plower, dentist, etc. This a great opportunity for local businesses and service providers to get their information into the welcome bags for new residents. Q: What kind of responses are you getting? Based on the responses you have received, what are most residents interested in? What is the most valuable orientation issue for Saugus newcomers? A: The response of the nonprofi ts and houses of worship for the Saugus 411 has been wonderful with almost 20 groups participating so far. I was hoping to get more residents to respond that they will be attending, but, hopefully, they will come by even if they hadn’t responded via email. Seeing as this is our fi rst attempt at this, whatever the turnout, I hope it just builds in the future because I really believe this is at least one way to welcome people who move here. Often new residents don’t get involved until their children go to school, but this is an attempt to show what Saugus has to off er not just the kids, but the whole family, as we’ll have religious, sports and social groups participating. Invitations were sent to residents that purchased homes in Saugus since 2020. We will be handing out “welcome bags” to the fi rst 100 residents. Donna Sordello, a member of the committee, has invited local businesses or services to put a business card, menu or informational fl yer in the welcoming bags. Any business or service wishing to participate should contact saugus411@gmail.com or Donna Passanisi Sordello on Facebook. What a great way to get the word out there about your business or services here in town! Q: Anything else that you would like to share with folks out there in Saugus who might be interested in this event? A: You have the invitation letter that went out to residents, so you can see what we did. Q: Okay, we will publish that letter. “Dear Newly Arrived Residents of Saugus!! “WELCOME!! The Saugus Board of Selectmen, our Town Manager, Saugus School Committee and our Superintendent, would like to invite you to a fi rsttime event entitled “SAUGUS 411”! “This event is to welcome recent residents who are new to Saugus to fi nd out about our town’s form of government, election information, trash and recycling, and how to apply for permits. The Saugus School Department will share information on Prekindergarten, All Day Kindergarten, and the Early College program at the Middle/High School. There also will be nonprofit organizations you may be interested in exploring, perhaps the Garden Club or Put Your Success To Work. Library Foundation, youth sports, and many others to explore. It will also assist you with any questions you may have which you are seeking answers to. “This will be held on Saturday, October 15th, 9:00 a.m. to Noon at our new Middle/High School complex, 1 Pearce Drive. “This event is to welcome you all and inform you of all that Saugus has to off er! “This is totally for you! There is nothing for you to do but come, leisurely visit all informational tables that hopefully will answer your questions, hand out valuable information, and meet other Saugus residents who truly will make you feel welcome! “Please RSVP to: Saugus411@gmail.com By: October 1, 2022 “We hope to hear from you and get to welcome you in person!” Your next smart decision is what to do with your success. Easy choice, multiply it. 1.50%APY* Business Money Market Ask about our in-office business concierge service. *New Money Only. Minimum Deposit to earn interest is $50,000. For existing Everett Bank Business customers, an additional deposit of $10,000 is required. ׉ 7cassandra://IGJzdfyh_WKKPEA2anTtBgI830KWFnQ3ibSyLdACvDo'`̰c6yν6c6yν6 PבCט(u׉׉ 7cassandra://VTf8C373vV3IfFy5XM_gEAxpuea4veh7WbMXwePEyT4cN`)׉ 7cassandra://-vR2-IcGjp_yZFpp5quYpXTDbsCbDoK_qftEEkt0ZBY͗$`J׉ 7cassandra://HXEIhA7H_hCNWXQGSl2jmO1aIW5V2C7rZHCg5-RE94g/I`̰׉ 7cassandra://PMd9loyt_0YPLeiezHtLEbAjL-v5La-lUIeqo3pikCsr8͠c6yν6ט((u׉׉ 7cassandra://INwdPXYQwO96FlR1x4eEQTFkPV9v7cynR3cT_38-MNI`)׉ 7cassandra://HvWQLM-7_tzeqpJkz3NQOV_cCObv54vr-xguFErOiJY͊`J׉ 7cassandra://KU0Xlk7xLp-bZzn7BEavLD679As9wz-Cdt-K0TilNOM-U`̰׉ 7cassandra://TkI4znuxLeo9kmWROLu7j247UCcn18t3q1tEyvNLdFc'54͠c6yν6׉EPage 10 THE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FriDAy, SEpTEmbEr 30, 2022 20th anniversary of pumpkin patch arrival to benefit the Navajo Reservation and First Congregational Church of Saugus, UCC, the “Pumpkin Church” By Tara Vocino P ioneer Charter School, Saugus High School, Pop Warner football players and cheerleaders, community volunteers and Aggregate Industries staff – amounting to approximately 75 people – helped to unload 2,500 large and small pumpkins from a truck outside the First Congregational Church of Saugus, UCC, on Saturday morning. Event organizer Carl Spencer said pumpkins come from a Navajo reservation in New Mexico – splitting the profits between them and the church. “Another truck is coming in three weeks,” Spencer said. “We charge by weight.” Driver Pulod Qodirov said it took him four days’ travel from New Mexico to Massachusetts. He thanked the volunteers who helped to make the 20th anniversary possible. Fabi Mitchell said it was her first time pumpkin picking, adding that it was a lot of fun. Her oldest, Jeremiah, plays Saugus Youth Football. A large majority of players and cheerleaders were there to help unload pre-game. Pop Warner player John Luca said being with teammates was his favorite part. Pop Warner 8U Head Coach Matthew Ragucci said he loved having 12 8U players come out and see the community helping out one another. They plan to join next year. Holding the little pumpkins, Saugus High School freshman Sophia Festa said it was exhausting helping but well worth it. She said her arms are hurting from lifting the pumpkins, which come in all shapes, sizes and colors. The pumpkin patch is open from Monday to Sunday, from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., through November 1, at 300 Central St. On Saturday morning, 4,000 pumpkins of different shapes, sizes and colors were laid out. Five Families YARD SALE 42 Adams Ave., Everett OCTOBER 1 * 8 am to 3 pm Merry Christmas, Halloween, Thanksgiving Items, Crafts Supplies and Much, Much, More! Event organizer Carl Spencer and First Congregational Church of Saugus Pastor William Ladd (at right) unloaded pumpkins from the truck. Veterans Early Learning Center kindergartener Caleb Mitchell, 5, picked out a pumpkin in the patch. ׉ 7cassandra://HXEIhA7H_hCNWXQGSl2jmO1aIW5V2C7rZHCg5-RE94g/I`̰c6yν6׉ETHE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FriDAy, SEpTEmbEr 30, 2022 Page 11 Pioneer Charter School of Science 2 student Giselle McLaughlin (at right) helped to unload the pumpkins during Saturday’s 20th anniversary of the pumpkins’ arrival at the First Congregational Church of Saugus, UCC. Holding little pumpkins, Saugus High School freshman Sophia Festa said it was exhausting helping but well worth it. She said her arms hurt from lifting the pumpkins. Boy Scout Connor McCarthy and event organizer Carl Spencer pushed a wheelbarrow to evenly distribute pumpkins. Nico Dellogono, 6 months, was baptized at First Congregational Church of Saugus. Driver Pulod Qodirov said it took him four days to travel from New Mexico to Massachusetts. He is pictured with Carl Spencer. Saugus Pop Warner 8U: Noah Ragucci (far left), 3, and Belmonte second graders Jadiem Brooks, Pop Warner cheerleader Amelia Lewis (in center), Jeremiah Mitchell, John Luca Ragucci, Julian Brooks and Caleb Mitchell helped to unload the pumpkin truck pre-game. ׉ 7cassandra://KU0Xlk7xLp-bZzn7BEavLD679As9wz-Cdt-K0TilNOM-U`̰c6yν6c6yν6 PבCט(u׉׉ 7cassandra://S_CFHPEOwPdaK7lYVCb2NmbbAiGJiw-OW9qXbCW3tZs `)׉ 7cassandra://7c83cRw1ubvw_6266RPx9bO2kgJOaDCIQbgB4DwLi4w͚3`J׉ 7cassandra://kSlftw-jpOP5iBcYGzWzmhRQsLtL-XhEjEAy1vUgJXI'`̰׉ 7cassandra://sIOCMRDJxzRDgrJB3WsaKiHna4TmRgXfPq5e3BoZAwA͘ ͠c6yν6ט((u׉׉ 7cassandra://h4VM9WzOT6TRTfFgtMDuPihJa9Y4oeUm6Z1mDQBg4G0 `)׉ 7cassandra://AtpFn_U9IH_ws1MdGelzbP_F2yr6rFi81BwbImMXYB4͜`J׉ 7cassandra://CLBhg0xUEPjcqoCt-XUyTg7R-sPahvkAJq1wV0DKS4A)`̰׉ 7cassandra://xz_Stw63A-5tcclTfVFijH35RMSgQgFGG3U_LxB_7k06͠c6yν6נc6yν6с@[9ׁHhttp://publiclibrary.org/newׁ ׁ Јנc6yν6ЁuE̫9ׁHhttps://www.saׁ ׁ Јנc6yν6ρFB]9ׁHhttp://comcast.netׁ ׁ Јנc6yν6΁LV9ׁHhttp://sauguspubliclibrary.orgׁ ׁ Јנc6yν6́L̆9ׁHhttp://publiclibrary.orgׁ ׁ Јנc6yν6́d̻9ׁHmailto:mvoge@comcast.netׁ ׁ Јנc6yν6ˁX9ׁHhttp://home.Thׁ ׁ Ј׉E%Page 12 THE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FriDAy, SEpTEmbEr 30, 2022 The Sounds of Saugus By Mark E. Volger A nice start to fall What a way to begin the autumn season in Saugus. Tomorrow (Saturday, Oct. 1), the town is fortunate enough to have two worthwhile outdoor community events going on. And each of these events features a live owl program. “The World of Owls,” presented by Wingmasters and the Saugus Public Library, will begin at 10:30 a.m. at the Saugus Iron Works National Historic Site. Meanwhile, Mass Audubon will present a free educational program featuring live owls as part of Breakheart Reservation’s First Annual Family Fall Festival, which gets underway from 10 a.m. and lasts through 2 p.m. Saugus Action Volunteers for the Environment (SAVE) is cosponsoring the event with the DCR’s (state Department of Conservation and Recreation). Not a bad weekend day for Saugus families coming up tomorrow.It might be worthwhile to birdwatchers and nature lovers to take in both events. Sounds like a better deal than raking leaves! Saugus resident braced for Ian For over a week, I’ve been trading emails with Precinct 5 Town Meeting Member Pam Goodwin on a press announcement by SAVE (Saugus Action Volunteers for the Environment) highlighting Breakheart Reservation’s First Annual Family Fall Festival.She happens to be down in Florida on a vacation with her husband Phil. Then, all of a sudden, we started hearing reports earlier in the week that Hurricane Ian was threatening to become the storm of the century for Floridians. “We’re preparing for Hurricane Ian as best as we can.Fingers crossed,” she wrote to me on Wednesday. Then by Wednesday, Pam and Phil hunkered down in the clubhouse of a small manufactured home park located in Largo, where Phil’s brother and sisterin-law live year-round.Pam and Phil have been vacationing there since Sept. 3 and have another week and half to go. I called yesterday to see how Pam was making out with the storm. The manufactured home park was unscathed. No storm damage or power outage.“If the storm had stayed on the original track, we’d be in big doo-doo,” Pam told me. “I thank our lucky stars that we didn’t. I feel bad for people who did get clobbered Other than an uncomfortable night sleeping in the clubhouse as a precaution and feeling a little anxiety over the potential for a heavy duty hurricane, Pam and Phil can enjoy the rest of their vacation, thankful that the story skipped over the part of Florida where she’s vacationing. A Special Sunday for Saugonians This just in from Donna Sordello from the Saugus Catholic Collaborative at deadline. “Deacon Frank and Joanne Gaffney are both recipients of the 2022 Bishop Cheverus Awards Medals to be presented by the Cardinal at the Cathedral in Boston on Sunday (Oct. 2) at 2 PM followed by a collation,” Donna wrote in an email. “This is an honor for all their work for the people of the parish. They are truly amazing people helping the people of Blessed Sacrament and St. Margaret’s Parishes,” she wrote. She adds that there are 10 people attending to support Deacon Frank and Joanne. tails. Stay tuned for more deLaura Eisener would have made a pretty good reporter had she gone into journalism as a profession.Not only does she write the weekly column, “Saugus Gardens in the (whatever season), but she’s definitely got a nose for news and occasionally happens upon news that she makes me aware of or writes about. Sometimes when she gets a tip or a hold of a potentially good story on Wednesday, she will file a story with photographs. On Wednesday (Sept. 28), she came up with an interesting story about people protesting the cutting down of trees in Wakefield at the site of the new Northeast Metropolitan Regional Vocational High School also known as Northeast Metro Tech “I gather that the supporters of the forest destruction feel this is the only way to avoid having both Wakefield and the MetroTech school sharing playing fields during the construction, so to prevent this temporary inconvenience they prefer to destroy 20 acres of woods between the current parking lot and Breakheart Reservation.I was told that this forest was formerly part of Breakheart, but for some time has been owned by the school. It seems to me that it is a bad idea to destroy so much more forest, especially after 60 acres worth of adjacent areas of Breakheart Reservation were destroyed this summer by fire.The current plan is to blast the hilltop and pave the area for student parking. “A ceremonial groundbreaking was held in the middle of the current parking lot under a canopy. I was allowed to take a couple of pictures but I was not “on the list” so was not able to get very close to the event.(I didn’t say I was from the Advocate since I have no press ID or anything and was not expecting to do interview of those attending the groundbreaking. “Down at the intersection of Farm St. and Hemlock Rd. a group of people protested the planned destruction of the woods adjacent to the school to create a parking lot.Rather than use already disturbed land for the project, the current proposal is to blast hillside and forest to create a new parking lot for the new school. The forest area is also adjacent to the Wakefield entrance of Breakheart Reservation.While all the towns involved voted to build the new school, very few people seem to be aware of the plans to destroy the forest. “According to the Friends of the Northeast Metrotech Forest, rather than build Wakefield’s new Northeast Metro Tech vocational school on the playing fields next to the current school in over 20 acres of open space as recommended in the pre-feasibility report, the new school building committee voted for a hilltop school with a $40 million view and over 20 acres of athletic fields. Thirteen acres of Northeast Metro Tech‘s forested hilltop https://ebird.org/hotspot/ L18308054adjacent to Breakheart Reservation is scheduled to be clearcut in March 2023 followed by a massive 6-month blasting and rock crushing operation that will disturb or destroy breeding habitat for Eastern Whip-poor-will, American Woodcock, Prairie Warbler, Eastern Towhee, Field Sparrow, Indigo Bunting, Wood Thrush, Pine Warbler, Brown Creeper and more. The proposed new half-mile road from Farm St to Hemlock Rd runs through endangered species habitat and multiple wetlands including vernal pools. The area is known for ancient Native American sites and should have required both a full archaeological survey and an environmental impact assessment. The group is not opposed to the building of a new school, but to the destruction of so much undisturbed forest when there is already disturbed land - currently paved parking areas and playing fields that could be repurposed.” Thank you Laura for sharing this with our readers. Interesting story. Though it’s in Wakefield, it’s still very local as The Town of Saugus could be paying $40-million or more as its share for the new school that’s under construction Stay tuned for more details. Autism Eats and Wally Lenard Zohn, owner of Prince Pizzeria, is hosting the restaurant’s annual Autism Eats With Red Sox Wally event on Oct. 13 at the restaurant on Route 1 South in Saugus from 6 to 8 p.m. Zohn and Delphine Zohn were motivated to create “an autism friendly environment” at the restaurant “where all behaviors are welcome,” because the parents of a child with autism. Their son Adin got stressed out by the dining experience several years ago. So, the family stopped dining out. Then they came up with the idea of “Autism Eats.” They trained staff on how to make customers with autism feel comfortable. And they made adjustments in the restaurant environment as well. “Autism Eats is here to give autism families an opportunity to enjoy restaurant meals without the stress that often accompanies these outings,” a promotional poster says about the special dining program. “Since everyone in our private room ‘gets it,’ there’s no need to explain any behavior or feel that all eyes are on us. It is a wonderful way to spend time with other families in an autism-friendly, nonjudgmental environment.” Reservations are required at www.autismeats.org Saugus Lions Club fundraiser Oct. 22 The Saugus Lions Club is hosting a Halloween dinner/dance on Saturday, Oct. 22 at 7 p.m. at the Saugus Knights of Columbus, 57 Appleton St. There will be a full buffet, cash bar, DJ, raffles and door prizes. Costumes are optional but there will be a prize for best costume. Tickets are $50 with proceeds supporting the Lions’ efforts in funding eye research. For more information or to purchase tickets email pattyfierro@hotmail.com. Or call 781-640-9176. A “Shout Out” to the pumpkin brigade We didn’t receive any nominations this week from readers recommending the recognition of Saugus folks doing good deeds and acts of kindness or special contributions to the betterment of Saugus.So, let’s have a few cheers for the brigade of volunteers who showed up last Saturday for the unloading of pumpkins after the “Pumpkin Truck” arrived at the First Congregational Church in Saugus Center. “We’re happy to get our pumpkins and appreciate all the people who helped unload the truck,”Pumpkin Patch coordinator Carl Spencer said.“We had about 100 people who helped with the unloading. About 50 players and cheerleaders from Saugus Youth Football and Cheer under the direction of president Greg Bluestein participated on Saturday. The church appreciates their help as well as the off-loading of pallets by Agganis Construction. The church THE SOUNDS | SEE PAGE 13 ׉ 7cassandra://kSlftw-jpOP5iBcYGzWzmhRQsLtL-XhEjEAy1vUgJXI'`̰c6yν6׉ETHE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FriDAy, SEpTEmbEr 30, 2022 Page 13 THE SOUNDS | FROM PAGE 12 truly enjoys providing the community with pumpkins and hosting this great fall event.” Now that the pumpkins have arrived for the 20th year in what has become an iconic community event, go over to the church lawn on Hamilton Street across the street from Saugus Town Hall and pick one out to take home.The pumpkins came all the way from the Navajo Reservation near Farmington, N.M. And the profits will go for a good cause – split between the Navajo Reservation and the First Congregational Church. Folks will be able to buy pumpkins daily from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. through Oct. 31, Halloween. 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 the mention in the subject line, “An Extra Shout Out.” No more than a paragraph. Anything longer might lend itself to a story and/or a photo. Legion breakfasts resume Saugus American Legion Post 210 is hosting its popular breakfasts again – from 8 - 9 a.m. on Fridays. The price is $8 for those who are looking for a delicious meal at Legion Hall. Bon appétit! A chance to vote early The Town Clerk’s Office has posted the early voting hours for the Nov. 8 general election on the town website. The First Week of Early Voting Saturday, October 22nd – 9 am to 3 p.m. No Sunday Monday, October 24th – 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Tuesday, October 25th – 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Wednesday, October 26th – 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Thursday, October 27th – 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Friday, October 28th – 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. The Second Week of Early Voting Saturday, October 29th – 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. (last day to register to vote) No Sunday Monday, October 31st – 8:30 a.m. to 7 p.m. Tuesday, November 1st – 8:15 a.m. to 5 p.m. Wednesday, November 2nd – 8:15 a.m. to 5 p.m. Thursday, November 3rd – 8:15 a.m. to 5 p.m. Friday, November 4th – 8:15 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. We have a winner! Congratulations to Sue Fleming for making the right identification in last week’s “Guess Who Got Sketched?” Contest. She is one of several readers answering correctly. But Sue was the only one to have her name picked in a drawing from the green Boston Red Sox cap. Here’s the correct answer, offered by the person who goes by the name of The Sketch Artist: “The answer to last week’s sketch is Laura Eisener, Our Saugus Town’s Woman of the Year 2022! “After two long years of No Woman and Man of the Year, we finally were able to have a new 2022. “ Laura Eisener and Thomas Sheehan! Laura was Celebrated at the Town’s Founders Day and given a beautiful plaque.Her receiving the award was featured in the Sept. 16 Saugus Advocate, with a cover photo and a story. “In this article, our proud Saugonian, Woman of the Year 2022 mentions how she lives a few streets over from the house where her mother was born in and her deep roots and solid devotion to Saugus. She gives much credit to the people she works side by side with in organizations and to her family; her husband Saugus Iron Works ranger Paul and her niece Monique and her parents who made Saugus their home. “Laura is President of the Saugus Historical Society, a member of SAVE , member of the Saugus Garden Club (who was awarded Unsung Hero award in 2021.)She Volunteered and worked in the Saugus Iron Works herb garden and Saugus Community Garden growing food for the Saugus Food pantry. “Laura continually writes a weekly article “Saugus Gardens “in her Garden column in the Saugus Advocate (which is featured on page 17, in this same Saugus Advocate edition mentioned above.) Laura teaches a class at North Shore Community College in “Urban Tree Care “and works at a Nursery in Peabody. “Laura, you’re an absolute gift to Saugus that keeps on giving! Congratulations “You sure do shine brightly! “Thank you “Yours Truly , “ The SketchArtist” What’s happening at the Saugus Public Library For school children looking for interesting projects and programs to participate in this fall, there’s plenty to do at the Saugus Public Library. Makeup FX 101 Check out Halloween makeup by Decimated Designs, which is set for Thursday, Oct. 13th, 6-7 p.m. in the Brooks Room. Grade 6+ please. Please sign up in advance. We will cover the do’s and don’ts of effects makeup,hygiene, how to get started, how pro’s make monsters jump to life, and some tricks to improve your costumes/makeup at home. Volunteer to be used in a demonstration and get your makeup done! To register, go to the Saugus Public Library, 295 Central St., Saugus, call 781-231-4168 or go on your computer to sauguspubliclibrary.org Just Sew! Saugonians are welcome to join a new monthly sewing class for adults, which will be held the third Monday of each month from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. in the Community Room of Saugus Public Library. The next meeting is Monday, Oct. 17. The class will cover basic topics like sewing buttons, hemming clothing, mending torn fabric and will move onto more advanced topics in the coming weeks. This class is free. (see sauguspubliclibrary.org) A neat, new teen club The New Manga & Anime Club began recently and its second meeting is coming up tomorrow (Saturday, Oct. 1), from 10 to 11 a.m. in the Teen Room. Chat with friends! Make crafts! Try Japanese GUESS WHO GOT SKETCHED? If you know the right answer, you might win the contest. In this week’s edition, we continue our weekly feature where a local artist sketches people, places and things in Saugus. Got an idea who’s being sketched this week? If you do, please email me at mvoge@ comcast.net or leave a phone message at 978 683-7773. Anyone who identifies the Saugonian sketched in this week’s paper between now and Tuesday at Noon qualifies to have their name put in a green Boston Red Sox hat with a chance to be selected as the winner of a $10 gift certificate, compliments of Dunkin’ Donuts in the Food Court at the Saugus Square One Mall. But you have to enter to win! Look for the winner and identification in next week’s “The Sounds of Saugus.” Please leave your mailing address in case you are a winner. (Courtesy illustration to The Saugus Advocate by a Saugonian who goes by the name of “The Sketch Artist”) snacks! Grades 6 & up. Club meetings will continue on Saturdays, through May, from 10-11 a.m.. They will be held Nov 12, Dec 10, Jan 7, Feb 4, March 4, April 1, and May 13. Please sign up in advance, call 781-231-4168 or stop by the Reference Desk. https://www.sauguspubliclibrary.org/new-manga-anime-club.../ Saugus Public Library 295 Central Street Saugus Mass. Owls for Oct. 1 at the Iron Works! The World of Owls Presented by Wingmasters and the Saugus Public Library Wingmasters will be at the Saugus Iron Works Saturday Oct. 1 at 10:30 am. Bring a chair or blanket to sit on! No registration is required. This free program is recommended for adults, teens and children ages 6 and up. Check our website after 9:15 the day of the event for weather-related updates. Owls are probably more misunderstood than any other kind of bird. These are hunting birds, yet their sharp beaks and talons are partly hidden under feathers. Owls have more and softer feathers than other birds, and this unique plumage gives them a plump, rounded look. Add an upright posture and huge eyes set in front like ours, and you have what looks irresistibly like a small, bemused person wearing a fur coat. In reality, owls are superbly adapted nocturnal hunters. 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It’s a rare occasion for people to get to see a live demonstration with these fluffy-feathered birds of prey. Saugus residents will have a chance to see them at two locations tomorrow (Saturday) to kick off the month of October. The Saugus Iron Works National Historic Site will host “The World of Owls,” an hour-long program presented by Wingmasters and the Saugus Public Library, beginning at 10:30 a.m. Breakheart Reservation and the state Department of Conservation & Recreation will host a special show titled “Owl Encounters” presented by Mass Audubon, with five 20-minute sessions beginning at 11 a.m. and the last one at 1 p.m. Owls at the Iron Works The following information is based on press releases and articles posted on the Saugus Public Library website (sauguspubliclibrary. org) and Facebook.com/ SaugusPublicLibrary/ “The World of Owls” presented by Wingmasters and the Saugus Public Library: Wingmasters will be at the Saugus Iron Works on Saturday, Oct. 1 at 10:30 a.m. Bring a chair or blanket to sit on! No registration is reTHE SOUNDS | FROM PAGE 13 and thrive. A variety of live North American owls provides the focus of this presentation. WINGMASTERS is a partnership of two people dedicated to increasing public understanding and appreciation of North American birds of prey. Julie Anne Collier and Jim Parks are both licensed wildlife rehabilitators based in Massachusetts. Together they care for injured birds of prey at their center in Leverett, Massachusetts. Most of the birds they rehabilitate can ultimately be released back into the wild, but in some cases the birds are left permanently handicapped. Julie and Jim are further licensed to provide a home for these non-releasable raptors, and to use quired. This free program is recommended for adults, teens and children ages six and up. Check the library’s website after 9:15 the day of the event for weather-related updates. Owls are probably more misunderstood than any other kind of bird. These are hunting birds, yet their sharp beaks and talons are partly hidden under feathers. Owls have more and softer feathers than other birds, and this unique plumage gives them a plump, rounded look. Add an upright posture and huge eyes set in front like ours, and you have what looks irresistibly like a small, bemused person wearing a fur coat. In reality, owls are superbly adapted nocturnal hunters. This program shows how owls use their specialized powers of sight, hearing and flight to survive and thrive. A variety of live North American owls provides the focus of this presentation. A wealth of fact and folklore about these masters of the night explains the natural and unnatural history of owls. Wingmasters is a partnership of two people dedicated to increasing public understanding and appreciation of North American birds of prey. Julie Anne Collier and Jim Parks are both lithem for educational programs. Since 1994 WINGMASTERS has presented over 10,000 programs at schools, libraries and museums throughout New England This program is supported in part by a grant from the Saugus Cultural Council, a local agency which is supported by the Mass Cultural Council, a state agency. Saugus Public Library 295 Central Street Saugus, MA 01906 781.231.4168 sauguspubliclibrary.org facebook.com/SaugusPublicLibrary/ Youth Cross Country Hey parents! If you have a child or several kids who could use an opportunity to get into a more healthy lifestyle – which might in term – lead to better academOwl in flight: Saugus residents will get to observe owls up close at two nearby locations tomorrow. (Courtesy photo to The Saugus Advocate) censed wildlife rehabilitators based in Massachusetts. Together they care for injured birds of prey at their center in Leverett, Mass. Most of the birds they rehabilitate can ultimately be released back into the wild, but in some cases the birds are left permanently handicapped. Julie and Jim are further licensed to provide a home for these non-releasable raptors and to use them for educational programs. Since 1994 Wingmasters has presented more than 10,000 programs at schools, libraries and museums throughout New England. ic scores, consider getting them to sign up for Youth Cross Country. Here’s a simple outline of what this entails. Who: Any Saugus child in grades 1 through 5. When: Tuesdays and Thursdays, 3:45 to 4:45 p.m. at the Belmonte Track; Saturdays, 10 to 11:30 a.m.at the Visitor Center at Breakheart Reservation. Dates: The program began this week and will last through Nov. 15. Why: to learn to enjoy Cross Country Running and make new friends. Cost: $100 for new runners; $50 for returning runners. This weekly program will be guided by Coach Steve Boudreau and Coach Chris Tarantino. Children will learn good stretching techniques and learn the basics of exercise and Cross This program is supported in part by a grant from the Saugus Cultural Council, a local agency which is supported by the Mass Cultural Council, a state agency. “Owl Encounter” at Breakheart The following information is based on a press release issued this week by Saugus Action Volunteers for the Environment (SAVE). SAVE is pleased to sponsor the following free educational program as part of Breakheart Reservation’s First Annual Fall Family Festival on Saturday, Oct. 1, 2022, from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.: WorkCountry running. Best of all, this will be a great way to make new friends. Participants need to wear a good pair of sneakers, dress in comfortable running clothes and bring a water bottle. For details, contact Coach T (Not Mr. T.) at 781-8546778. Sounds like a worthwhile and affordable fitness program with lots of upside for grade school kids. Healthy StudentsHealthy Saugus Program Resumes for the 22-23 School Year (Editor’s Note: The following is an announcement submitted by Julie Cicolini, a member of the Board of Directors for Healthy Students-Healthy Saugus, providing information about the return of the program for the new school year) ing together with our community partners, the Department of Conservation & Recreation (DCR) and the Friends of Breakheart, SAVE is excited to sponsor the program “Owl Encounter.” Mass Audubon will present five 20-minute sessions at the Breakheart Visitor Center with start times at 11 a.m., 11:30 a.m. noon, 12:30 p.m. and 1:00 p.m. You can attend one or more of these sessions to view local wildlife up close and personal, as well as learn more about these incredible animals. The entire Festival will run from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m., with several activities available. Who we are: Healthy Students-Healthy Saugus (HS2) is a non-profit group of volunteers that are helping to offset food insecurity in households. HS2 provides students/ families that enroll in the program a weekend supply of nutritious food when school lunches and breakfasts are unavailable to them on weekends. How HS2 can help you: HS2 bags are distributed at Saugus Public schools on Fridays to take home. Bags include such items as peanut butter, canned meals/soups/tuna/vegetables, pasta, fruit cups, cereal, oatmeal, goldfish, pretzels and granola bars. All food is provided to children free of charge. It is THE SOUNDS | SEE PAGE 16 ׉ 7cassandra://yVdeLyljPn7AfszZvmWEoKDoi5JBH32_1cKv7X8scLM'X`̰c6yν6׉ETHE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FriDAy, SEpTEmbEr 30, 2022 Page 15 Saugus Gardens in the Fall Here’s what’s blooming in town this week to make your walks more enjoyable By Laura Eisener T he Topsfield Fair starts today, and pumpkins will be judged. The phenological phenomenon that always tells me it’s Topsfield Fair time is brilliant fall color on the poison ivy (Toxicodendron radicans). Generally, this native plant is not a favorite, but its fall color can certainly be appreciated from a safe distance. Beautiful as it may appear right now, it is wise to keep clear of it. Whether or not leaves are present, you can still experience the unpleasant allergic reaction from its sap. When we wake up tomorrow it will be October! Trees are still mostly green, but here and there some are beginning to turn. Red maples (Acer rubrum) and sugar maples (Acer saccharum) are among the native trees that have begun to look like fall. Farther north, these trees are already close to peak color. Both species are renowned for their brilliant fall foliage. Despite red maple’s name, its leaves can turn orange and yellow as well as red. Sugar maple most often turns orange, or combinations of reddish orange and yellow. In the 18th and 19th centuries, sugar maples were often planted as street trees, but once streets began being salted in winter, they did not thrive in these locations. Sugar maples are more common in the White Mountains and other parts of northern New England. For much of the 20th century the very salt tolerant Norway maple (Acer platanoides) was used as a street tree to replace our native maples. Norway maple is indeed more tolerant of salt Leaves on a Lynnhurst lawn have turned different colors although all fell from a single red maple. (Courtesy photo to The Saugus Advocate by Laura Eisener) and other deicing chemicals, but it is also invasive, and due to their being overused they have become susceptible to some tree diseases that make them less suitable for urban sites. Norway maples can no longer be sold in Massachusetts. We still see mature specimens that were planted when they were more popular, but we also see seedling trees at the edges of the woods and in many backyards. Red maple is somewhat more tolerant of salt. It is a very popular shade tree and is so tolerant of damp and flooded locations that one of its common names is swamp maple. Since it is one of the few trees that can actually survive with its roots underwater after storms, it surprises many people to find that it also grows well in much dryer locations, such as adjacent to paved roads and on steep and rocky mountain slopes. Among the flowers still blooming is butter-and-eggs (Linaria vulgaris), a very common flower introduced from Eurasia. It can now be found in sunny areas all over North America. Despite being considered a weed, the A sugar maple near the Visitor Center at Breakheart Reservation already shows some dramatic color. (Courtesy photo to The Saugus Advocate by Laura Eisener) blossom has many charms. It has a “sunny side up” look with a curved orange center of fused petals surrounded by pale yellow petals, and a pale yellow spur at the back of the flower. It has many other common names, including yellow toadflax, false flax, flaxweed, wild snapdragon, bread and butter, brideweed, bridewort and lion’s mouth. For many years this genus was included in the figwort family (Scrophulariaceae) but it was moved to the plantain family (Plantaginaceae) along with close relatives, such as snapdragons (AntirBright yellow and orange flowers of butter-and-eggs have kept blooming despite the summer’s drought. (Courtesy photo to The Saugus Advocate by Laura Eisener) A closeup of a leaf on a sugar maple tree shows green veins amidst the vivid orange-red. (Courtesy photo to The Saugus Advocate by Laura Eisener) rhinum spp.) and foxgloves (Digitalis spp.). It is a favorite with some pollinators, such as hummingbird moths and bumblebees, which can force the petals apart (the orange mark serves as a nectar guide) to reach the pollen and nectar hidden inside. The leaves are narrow and light green, somewhat resembling flax (Linum usitatissimum), which is used for making linen, which is why some of the common names and even its genus name refers to flax. You won’t find it in nurseries, but it often comes up on its own in sunny garden beds, along roadsides and highway medians and in other disturbed soils. 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. 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The Sachems’ last four games have been on their home turf and, overall, they have taken advantage of it. The other reSaugus QB Cam Preston threw a TD pass in last week’s home loss to Watertown. By Greg Phipps T he Saugus High School football team experienced a familiar fate last Friday evening at Christie Serino Jr. Stadium. The Sachems just couldn’t keep pace with a better team and went down to defeat, 33-8, to the Watertown Red Raiders. It was the third loss in a row to start the 2022 season for Saugus, which is still seeking its first victory since 2020. On the other side, Watertown improved to 3-0 on the season, The Raiders have outscored their opposition 8215 through their first three contests. Meanwhile the Sachems have been outscored 11020 through their first three games and it didn’t get any less difficult this week. Saugus traveled to Swampscott on Thursday night (after press deadline), where the Big Blue has been one of the top-ranked teams and has won multiple state titles in recent years. This season has been a little different for Swampscott thus far, as it is off to a 1-2 start and lost a 14-0 decision to Bishop Fenwick last week. Saugus, on the other hand, hosts Salem next Friday, Oct. 7. The Sachems came close to topping the Witches on the road last season. But Salem was 3-0 entering this week’s action. In last Friday’s loss to Watertown, the Sachems got off to a promising start, playing to a scoreless tie through the first quarter. The Raiders then tallied 13 points in the second period and tacked on 20 more in quarter three to pull away. Saugus avoided the shutout when quarterback Cam Preston tossed his second scoring pass of the season - a four-yarder to Danny Shea - in the final period. Preston also hooked up with Shea for the two-point conversion to account for all the scoring. sults during this recent stretch were a 6-0 shutout of Revere last Friday and a 2-2 deadlock against Beverly on Monday. The Beverly contest proved to be a confidence booster for the Sachems, who faced a 2-0 deficit in the second half. Madison Botta scored seven minutes into period two to make it a 2-1 contest. Botta then later fed teammate Shalyn Sewell, who drilled home the game-tying shot with under six minutes remaining. Saugus goalie Tori Carter came up with a huge save in the final minutes to help preserve the tie. Forwards Madi Femino and Shawn Sewell just missed on scoring opportunities during the second half. Solid ball-possession play led to Allison Justice and Veronica Ortega playing a key role in Botta’s goal early in the second half. Head coach Chris Coviello described the performance against Beverly as a strong team effort. He cited great play both on defense and offense and how it worked out to achieve the comeback. Against Revere last Friday, goals by Justice, Ortega and Shawn Sewell THE SOUNDS | FROM PAGE 14 our hope these resources will support the health, behavior, and achievement of every student who participates.To sign up go here to complete online form:https://forms.gle/gmMGguycSHBdziuE9 Want to partner with us: We would love to partner Saugus’s Madison Botta scored a goal and dished out an assist in a 2-2 tie against Beverly earlier this week. (Advocate photo by Greg Phipps) helped the Sachems build a 4-0 lead at the half. Ortega tallied twice, including firing home a 30-yard shot before the intermission. In period two, Shalyn Sewell assisted on a score by Femino, who netted two goals over the last 40 minutes to account for the final score. The backline of Layla Manderson, Lexi Rais, Violet Hawley, and Natalie Justice has been a key factor in the team’s success with organizations, sports teams, youth groups, PTO’s, businesses and individuals to assist in feeding students of Saugus. To learn more about how you can partner with us visit the Healthy Students-Healthy Saugus Facebook page or email us at HS2Saugus@gmail. com on defense so far. Outside of a loss to Masconomet, where they surrendered six goals, the 5-2-1 Sachems have allowed just seven in their other seven outings (a goal-pergame average). Saugus continues its current stretch of home games when it hosts Winthrop on Friday. The team is then off until Thursday, Oct. 6 when it hosts Ipswich. HS2 relies on donations to create take home bags with a weekend full of meals. Checks can also be sent directly to: Salem Five C/O Healthy Stu - dents-Healthy Saugus THE SOUNDS | SEE PAGE 17 ׉ 7cassandra://d-FH1nbGzb8zEwCq-pXt2SetIvpH2MzICq2vXoF8fKw(`̰c6yν6׉E THE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FriDAy, SEpTEmbEr 30, 2022 Page 17 THE SOUNDS | FROM PAGE 16 855-5 Broadway Saugus MA, 01906 Online donations can also be made at: https://givebutter.com/HealthySaugus Saugus seeks student poll workers Town Clerk Ellen Schenas Office is looking for student election workers. It is a great way for them to learn how their government functions and how important it is to vote. Sixteen-year-old students are eligible to work ½ day (6-8 hours); 17-18 year old students may work a full day (8-12hours). All students can receive community service which is imperative to them in order to satisfy their High School requirement mandated for graduation. Or, they can be paid for their hours worked. In addition, the Town Clerk’s Office will gladly write letters of recommendation for National Honors Society, Colleges, ect. Interested students can stop by Town Hall or contact the Town Clerk’s Office to apply for work. Ask for Andrew DePatto, the Saugus Election Coordinator. He can be reached at 781-231-4102. Food pantry seeks volunteers Here’s a message from Pastor Joe Hoyle of Cliftondale Congregational Church about a collaborative community commitment to help needy Saugus residents: “The Saugus United Parish Food Pantry is a partnership between the churches in Saugus to ensure that no one in our community faces food insecurity. “With faithful donations and volunteers, we have been able to give out thousands of meals to our neighbors in need throughout the years. The Food Pantry is open every Friday from 9:30am-11am, distributing pre-packaged groceries (including meat and produce) at 50 Essex St. “We are always in need of volunteers. If you would like to volunteer or donate, please contact Pastor Joe Hoyle, Executive Director at office@clindalecc.org or 781-233-2663.” Buy a brick to honor a Saugus veteran 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 from your family, school, etc., the general pricing is $100 for a 4″ X 8″ brick (three lines), $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. 15th to ensure the bricks will be ready for Veterans Day. Please contact Corinne Riley 781-2317995, for more information and applications. Looking for book donations The New Friends of the Saugus Public Library are asking for donations of gently used adult hardcover and softcover fiction for the ongoing book sale in the Community Room. They would also appreciate donations of gently used children’s books. Please limit donations at this time to only fiction and children’s books; they do not have storage space for other genres or media. Please... clean and newer books only – no tattered pages, bad odors, stains or dirty covers! Books may be dropped off at the Main Circulation Desk during business hours. Please do not place donations in the outdoor book drops. Compost site now open The community’s compost site will be open to residents on Wednesdays and Saturdays from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. The site is located behind the Department of PubTHE SOUNDS | SEE PAGE 20 ׉ 7cassandra://N09Dd3PGAmdjz9IzX65smNxCfnH3hqxaZl-ohVhc88w)+`̰c6yν6c6yν6 PבCט(u׉׉ 7cassandra://RO2Bc2rW4HGtTHASgga-Y6HM8YBizujDuqI3FXFkL0ED`)׉ 7cassandra://SVJpQYpu-a_EgM99ZuiO1wMxYEzYBbfs9LjswZOa7Z0͓`J׉ 7cassandra://_xbSKt59hIHyVkog4lNvx4kQ146FZrsKmqYgX72NutU'`̰׉ 7cassandra://LsfzX3PCeDlX6AjGTkoxBy_j4vLJdd__geuG6bWN6lMe ͠c6yν6ט((u׉׉ 7cassandra://SZLihyoFQNgwZdTBEIw9zAIgf3t_nyz5WJz2ELUE_zs `)׉ 7cassandra://4zmXmSa9iuDsvEVok7MPOKpI-zVLKFqh9qteEJDODyw͞H`J׉ 7cassandra://DDf7zVRXZzID8npjdltFy8qryHbxJPb96VKkVzV6REE*`̰׉ 7cassandra://X_BjLuCADUQjJZRbZH_bD3cuoDtDUa8QvK0DKDSW2a8͠c6yν6נc6yν6 49ׁHhttp://merica.org/pages/19520/ׁ ׁ Јנc6yν6 4ف̏9ׁHhttp://merica.org/radio.ׁ ׁ Ј׉EPage 18 THE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FriDAy, SEpTEmbEr 30, 2022 Selectmen consider special permit for health care company By Mark E. Vogler A Boston-based health care company that treats patients with behavioral health and substance use disorders seeks a special permit (S-2) to locate at the intersection of Walnut and Water Streets in North Saugus. Selectmen have scheduled a public hearing for 7:15 p.m. next Tuesday (Oct. 4) to consider the request of 92 Walnut LLC, the owner of 92-94 Walnut St. Commonwealth Care Alliance, Inc. doing business at Marie’s Place, says in its application that it intends to “operate the facility under the same name and model of care offered at the Applicant’s other ‘Marie’s Place’ location in Brighton, Massachusetts.” “The Applicant’s model is consistently recognized as one of the best in the country at finding and engaging traditionally hard-to-reach individuals,” according to a letter filed with the Board of Selectmen. It noted that its model “has demonstrated success in reaching and engaging individuals with significant medical, behavioral and social needs – improving quality of care while reducing avoidable hospital admissions and emergency room utilization. The application cites a new use at the property located in the Business (B-1) Zoning District for the operation of a Primary Care Practice, Member Center and Short Term Overnight Acute Care The company’s website says that Marie’s Place Community Crisis Stabilization provides respite care for members with acute behavioral health and/or substance use disorder needs as an alternative to hospitalization. The unit offers members a structured setting where its clinical teams focus on maintaining patient safety, improving recovery and promoting a safe return to the community. Savvy Senior PENALTY RELIEF FROM THE IRS U nder IRS Notice 2022-36 released by the IRS in August, taxpayers will receive automatic relief from failure to file penalties for calendar years 2019 and 2020. Over 1.6million taxpayers have already received late filing penalty notices and many have already paid the balances due. The IRS expects to issue refund checks approximating $1.2 billion. The abatement of penalties will be automatic. Taxpayers are not re - quired to request abatement of these penalties. The IRS should have made payment of these refunds to taxpayers by the end of September. The IRS has been so backed up since the pandemic, don’t be surprised if they send out checks well into October or even November. All 2019 and 2020 tax returns will need to be filed by September 30, 2022 in order to receive the relief from the failure to file penalties. This relief granted by the Internal Revenue Service is intended to help struggling taxpayers that were affected by the COVID-19 pandemic and to allow it to focus on processing the millions of tax returns that have not been processed as well as millions of taxpayer correspondence letters received by the IRS. The IRS is hoping to return back to normal for the 2023 tax filing season. It has been next to impossible to reach the IRS by phone. Even the Priority Hotline dedicated to CPA’s and enrolled agents has been nearly impossible Dear Savvy Senior, Can you recommend any good online hearing tests? My husband has hearing loss, but I can’t get him to go in and get his hearing checked, so I thought a simple online test could help him recognize he has a problem. What can you tell me? Loud Talking Linda to get through to over the past two years. The types of tax returns eligible for relief would be Form 1040, 1041, 1120, 1120-S, 1065, 990, 990-PF, 990-T and several others. Another reason for the penalty relief is that additions to tax or penalties for failure to timely file returns continued to accrue during periods of postponed filing dates for both 2019 and 2020 under the presidential emergency declaration in March of 2020 in response to the pandemic. The AICPA and other groups and firms have repeatedly advocated that the IRS provide failure to file and other penalty relief under procedures similar to those for a first-time abatement administrative waiver, but based upon the COVID-19 pandemic as reasonable cause for the failure. Joseph D. Cataldo is an estate planning/elder law attorney, Certified Public Accountant, Certified Financial Planner, AICPA Personal Financial Specialist and holds a master’s degree in taxation. Dear Linda, There’s actually a growing number of very good online and app-based hearing tests available that will let your husband check his hearing on his own. These tests are a quick and convenient option for the millions of Americans that have mild to moderate hearing loss but often ignore it, or don’t want to go through the hassle or expense of visiting an audiologist for a hearing exam. Who Should Test? Hearing loss for most people develops gradually over many years of wear and tear, which is the reason many people don’t realize they actually have a hearing problem. Anyone who has difficulty hearing or understanding what people say, especially in noisier environments or over the phone. Or, if you need a higher volume of music or TV than other people, should take a few minutes to test their hearing. Self-Hearing Tests Online and app-based hearing tests can serve as a great screening tool. They are not meant to be a diagnosis, but rather to give you an idea of how bad your hearing loss is and what can BY JIM MILLER Free Online Hearing Tests You Can Take at Home be done about it. For most do-it-yourself hearing tests, you’ll be advised to wear ear headphones or earbuds and sit in a quiet spot. You also need to know that there are two different types of tests available. One type is known as pure-tone testing, where tones are played in decreasing volumes to determine your specific level of hearing loss. And the other type is known as speechin-noise or digits-in-noise (DIN) where you’ll be asked to identify words, numbers, or phrases amid background noise. Where to Test If your husband uses a smartphone or tablet, two of my favorite app-based hearing tests are the hearWHO app created by the World Health Organization, and the Mimi Hearing Test app. Both apps are free to use and are available through the App Store and Google Play. HearWHO allows users to check their hearing status and monitor it over time using a DIN test, while Mimi uses pure-tone and masked threshold tests to give you a detailed picture of your hearing abilities. There are also a wide variety of online hearing tests your husband can take on a computer. Some top online tests – all offered by hearing aid manufacturers – for speech-innoise or DIN tests can be accessed at ReSound (resound. com/en-us/online-hearing-test) and Mircle Ear (miracle-ear.com/online-hearing-test). And some good online hearing tests for pure-tone testing are available by Signia (signia.net/en/service/ hearing-test); Ergo (eargo. com/hearing-health/hearing-check); and MD Hearing Aid (mdhearingaid.com/hearing-test). All of these hearing tests are completely free to use and take less than five minutes to complete. What to do with Results If the tests indicate your husband has hearing loss, it’s best to think of that as a starting point. He should take results to his doctor or an audiologist for further evaluation. Many insurance providers and Medicare Advantage plans cover routine hearing exams, however original Medicare does not. If his hearing loss is mild to moderate, he should look into the new over-the-counter (OTC) hearing aids, which are available this fall online and at retailers like Best Buy, Walgreens and CVS. OTC hearing aids don’t require a prescription or medical examination for purchase and they’re much more affordable than traditional hearing aids you buy through an audiologist or a licensed hearing instrument specialist. Send your senior questions to: Savvy Senior, P.O. Box 5443, Norman, OK 73070, or visit SavvySenior.org. Jim Miller is a contributor to the NBC Today show and author of “The Savvy Senior” book. ׉ 7cassandra://_xbSKt59hIHyVkog4lNvx4kQ146FZrsKmqYgX72NutU'`̰c6yν6׉E0THE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FriDAy, SEpTEmbEr 30, 2022 Page 19 Travis Mills and Gary Sinise Foundation on Wreaths Across America Radio RoundTable This discussion, focused on veteran healing through stories of resilience, purpose and success, will be heard exclusively on Wreaths Across America radio! CO L UMBI A FALLS, Maine — Sept. 28, 2021 — Wreaths Across America Radio is proud to announce the next episode in its series of roundtable discussions focused on veteran healing through sharing stories of resilience, purpose, and success. This discussion will take place on Thursday, October 13, 2022, at 12 PM ET, and can be heard exclusively on Wreaths Across America Radio. The roundtable will focus on the recalibrated warrior, and how finding purpose can benefit not only in your own journey of resilience but help connect with others working to overcome similar challenges. Guest panelists – listed below – will be interviewed by Wreaths Across America’s Executive Director Karen Worcester and Director of Military and Veteran Outreach, Joe Regan, United States Army Veteran. Guest Panelists Include: Travis Mills, Founder and President of the Board for the Travis Mills Foundation. United States Army Staff Sergeant (ret.) Travis Mills of the 82nd Airborne is a recalibrated veteran, a motivational speaker, actor, author, and advocate for veterans and amputees. He is one of only five quadruple amputees from the wars in Iraq and Afghanistan to survive. On April 10, 2021, Travis was critically injured by an improvised explosive device (IED) during a routine patrol in Afghanistan and spent 19 months at Walter Reed. After his recovery, Travis attended an adaptive sports camp in Colorado and realized the need for a such a place where a veteran, and their entire family could relax, reconnect, and find strength. Born out of this idea, the Travis Mills Foundation Veterans’ Retreat was founded. Ginger Gilbert Ravella, Author, Military Wife, and Ambassador for the Gary Sinise Foundation. Ginger Gilbert Ravella is a military wife, Gold Star (widow), mother of five and stepmother of two. Her personal mission is to encourage anyone who seeks reconciliation and peace when life hurts the most and to continue to serve a nation by serving others. Ginger works tirelessly to support and raise funds to help fallen and disabled veterans and their families. She is an international speaker and author devoted to her God, her family, and her country. She is remarried to another widower and USAF fighter pilot, Colonel (Ret) Jim Ravella, who lost his wife to breast cancer. Ginger currently resides in Nashville, Tenn., with her family. The goal of the roundtable series is to help reduce barriers for veterans by: Supporting generational bonds between service veterans through stories of service and success; Destigmatizing issues faced by veterans and asking for help; Combating inaccu - rate perceptions of veterans by discussing the diverse experiences, challenges, and success of service members, veterans, and their families; and Connecting veterans with valuable resources. “I know this is going to be a meaningful discussion,” said Karen Worcester, Executive Director, Wreaths Across America. “As everyone involved has a synergy of mission and a deep understanding of veterans’ needs and the needs of their families. We look forward to this opportunity to share these stories and the importance in addressing veterans’ healing.” You can listen to Wreaths Across America Radio’s 24/7 internet stream anytime and anywhere on the iHeart Radio app, Audacy app, TuneIn app, or at www.wreathsacrossamerica.org/radio. This is the seventh broadcast in this series, RoundTable discussions are broadcast on Wreaths Across America Radio at least once per quarter. Learn more at: https:// www.wreathsacrossamerica.org/pages/19520/ News/823/?relatedId=0 Outdoor power equipment helps weather a storm or power outage be prepared & keep safety in mind, says OpEi A LEXANDRIA, Va. – Having the right outdoor power equipment on hand year-round is important, says the Outdoor Power Equipment Institute (OPEI), which advises home and business owners to grow familiar with safe operating procedures and think ahead before foul weather or a power outage disrupts life. OPEI is an international trade association representing manufacturers and suppliers of outdoor power equipment, small engines, battery power systems, portable generators, utility and personal transport vehicles, and golf cars. “It’s important to be prepared year-round given any season can be storm season. We see more people investing in portable and whole house generators and having other outdoor power equipment on hand such as chainsaws and water pumps to mitigate any damage from felled trees and water damage and floods,” says OPEI President & CEO Kris Kiser. He notes that outdoor power equipment is becoming faster, lighter, more efficient and more technologically advanced. “There’s a power source for every need including battery/electric, propane, solar and gasoline,” he says, noting that each has different maintenance and care requirements, and “Always read and follow the manufacturer’s manual.” To get ready for inclement weather, identify which equipment is needed. Chainsaws or pole saws can trim limbs and shrubs ahead of a storm and handle clearing. String trimmers, pruners and chainsaws can also remove combustible material from around your home, making it less vulnerable to wildfires. A portable generator will power key appliances and charge cell phones when utilities go down. A whole house generator can keep the lights and appliances on and running. Before an outage, plan where the generator will be set up (never in Storm cleanup (Photo courtesy: Outdoor Power Equipment Institute) a home or garage, and always away from your home and any air intake) and determine how to secure it if needed. Buy and install a carbon monoxide detector, too. Get outdoor-rated extension cords for portable generators and consider adding an approved cover to your generator for rainy weather. Water pumps can help get water and muck out of basements and homes. Be sure you know how to operate the pump. Never pump substances that your equipment is not designed to cope with. Pay attention to avoid overheating and follow all safety precautions. A utility type vehicle can transport people and supplies quickly in an emergency. Keep the vehicle stable and drive slowly. Do not turn mid-slope or while on a hill. Consider taking a safety course. Always read the directions provided by outdoor power equipment manufacturers and be sure to follow all manufacturer’s safety and usage recommendations before you need it – not waiting until an emergency. Practice how to operate equipment. Save a digital copy of the owner’s manual on your computer if possible, so it can easily be consulted in the future. Make sure to have the right fuel on hand and charge batteries ahead of an outage. Gasoline-powered equipment uses E10 or less fuel, and most manufacturers recommend adding a fuel stabilizer. Fuel that is more than 30 days old might cause running problems, so it’s important to purchase fuel just ahead of a storm. Store fuel safely and only use an approved fuel container. One of the most important things operators can do for safety is to pay attention to energy levels and health. Preparation for bad weather, a power outage STORM | SEE PAGE 22 ׉ 7cassandra://DDf7zVRXZzID8npjdltFy8qryHbxJPb96VKkVzV6REE*`̰c6yν6c6yν6 PבCט(u׉׉ 7cassandra://pOApx1bsi0DsAbIdHmIGX9bWYEFCJ5tAI3Mtw81jtfQ`)׉ 7cassandra://1LGZIPm5tXGE98nIeF14I2zVA_dt4oq-NOlN2iBLVCQ͜`J׉ 7cassandra://AKFJ9HzqccWY7giQc_cskmwdcrGT6eaWaZxOzxUlCk0,`̰׉ 7cassandra://4Wkd2hg6yD-X37CY0ClfkA6Pwk5gXVUcPSDc8YJhz9M̜͠c6yν6ט((u׉׉ 7cassandra://sxLtG2Op6ArHOWWFYsK2mFii6TRrYtFCJ9UAbevLRMI`)׉ 7cassandra://fX6r2KfkmlDdZ0FIdFSc9pfUO0VUaY3mf2pB9Cs19KEͨa`J׉ 7cassandra://0NR2m0N_rH6jIfGhgILHM-IS4ZwgGqfuCs-cx7v0c3I3`̰׉ 7cassandra://fmTcqVWqCDwaSXgENK3g-fL5aEaGcEwvtHwcOmjyhCk9BDX͠c6yν6נc6yν689ׁHmailto:dina@angelosoil.comׁ ׁ Јנc6yν6|<Z9ׁHmailto:info@advocatenews.netׁ ׁ Јנc6yν65̹9ׁHmailto:info@advocatenews.netׁ ׁ Ј׉EPage 20 THE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FriDAy, SEpTEmbEr 30, 2022 ditional colors of candy corn? 9. On Oct. 3, 1990, what country reunified? 1. On Sept. 30, 1961, Jackson County, Oregon, paid a London tea firm for its part of what debt? 2. Following soon after the 1929 introduction of canned pumpkin in the USA, what seasoning was first marketed? 3. On Oct. 1, 1979, what Pope began a U.S. tour in Boston? 4. What country originated the recipe for apple pie? OBITUARIES Grace (Spadoni) Ferri 5. October 2 is Name Your Car Day; what is the name of the car in the movie “The Blues Brothers”? 6. What poet born in Haverhill, Mass., wrote “The mug of cider simmered slow, / The apples sputtered in a row, / And, close at hand, the basket stood / With nuts from brown October’s wood”? 7. Who is Europe’s last Queen (of Denmark)? 8. What are the three tratember 25th. She was the wife of the late Gino Ferri. Born in Cerasa, Italy, Mrs. Ferri was the daughter of the late Umberto and Dina (Cardinali) Spadoni. A resident of Saugus for the past 20 years, Grace had worked as a seamstress for the former Logan Sportswear in East Boston. She was a devoted mother and grandmother, who always opened her kitchen and home to friends and family. Mrs. Ferri is survived by her O f Saugus. Age 89, formerly of East Boston and Winthrop, died on Sunday, Sepdaughter, Pia Della Piana and her husband Anthony of Saugus; two sons, Eugene Ferri and his wife Geri Anne of North Reading and Mark Ferri and his wife Rosemarie of 10. What is Cli-Fi? 11. According to Guinness World Records, what is the “most tracked flight in history”? 12. On Oct. 4, 2002, what new bridge in Boston was dedicated? 13. In 1952, Queen Elizabeth II met what “tramp” who holds the record for the “film star with the most biographies”? 14. Which U.S. president’s first language was Dutch? 15. Meatspace is a new word that means the opposite of what word Saugus; seven grandchildren, Grace, Christopher, Joseph, Catherine, Anna, Elizabeth and Olivia; and her cousin Dr. Alex Spadoni of IL. She was predeceased by her brother Sandro Spadoni and sister Lea Manoni. Relatives and friends were invited to attend visiting hours in the Bisbee-Porcella Funeral Home, Saugus on Wednesday. A funeral mass was held on Thursday at St. Maria Goretti Church, Lynnfield. Interment in Holy Cross Cemetery in Malden. In lieu of flowers, donations in her memory may be made to the Alzheimer’s Assoc. of Mass @ alz.org/manh. John D. Frederick Your Hometown News Delivered! O EVERETT ADVOCATE MALDEN ADVOCATE REVERE ADVOCATE SAUGUS ADVOCATE One year subscription to The Advocate of your choice: $200 per paper in-town per year or $150 per paper out-of-town per year. Name_________________________________________ Address_______________________________________ City_______________ State_______ Zip ____________ CC# _______________________________ Exp. _____ Sec. code____ Advocate (City):___________________ Clip & Mail Coupon with Credit Card, Check or Money Order to: Advocate Newspapers Inc. PO Box 490407, Everett, MA 02149 f Saugus.A lifelong resident, age 71, died on THE SOUNDS | FROM PAGE 17 lic 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 $25.00. No cash will be accepted. Kindly meaning the online world? 16. On Oct. 5, 1902, Larry Fine was born; he was part of what comic group? 17. What are October’s two birth flowers (which start with the letters C and M)? 18. In what state would you find the Katy Freeway, which has 26 lanes and is the USA’s widest road? 19. What German city has had an Oktoberfest since 1810? 20. October 6 is National Coaches Day; who has the record of the most NFL playoff coaching wins (31)? drawings. He loved the outdoors and camping, travelling and spending time with loved ones. Mr. Frederick is survived Tuesday, September 27th. Mr. Frederick was the son of the late John L. and Phyllis (Perry) Frederick. He was employed for 15 years with G.E. and had also worked for General Dynamics and Gloucester Engineering. John enjoyed working on his home, building various things and doing still 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 disposed of in brown compost bags or open containers. The Town will accept grass clippings, leaves and brush. As in years past, no branches or by his three children, John A. Frederick of VA, Jaclyn A. Rescigno of Wilmington, and Joel A. Frederick of Saugus; four grandchildren; four siblings, Gail Berrett of Saugus, Gary A. Frederick of Salem, NH, Deborah L. Lowell of Saugus, and Donna M. Berrett of Saugus; as well as many nieces and nephews. Relatives and friends are invited to attend visiting hours in the Bisbee-Porcella Funeral Home, 549 Lincoln Ave., Saugus on Friday from 4-7 p. At the request of the family, funeral services are private. limbs larger than three inches in diameter are permitted. We ask all residents to please wear a mask and maintain and respect social distancing from others while visiting the site. Residents may call Lorna Cerbone at the Solid Waste and Recycling Department at 781231-4036 with questions or for more information. THE SOUNDS | SEE PAGE 22 ANSWERS 1. The tea that was thrown overboard during the Boston Tea Party by the Sons of Liberty 2. Pumpkin pie spice 3. Pope John Paul II 4. England 5. The Bluesmobile 6. John Greenleaf Whittier 7. Margrethe II 8. Orange, yellow and white 9. Germany 10. Fiction about climate change 11. “The flight carrying Queen Elizabeth’s coffin to London” 12. Leonard P. Zakim Bridge 13. Charlie Chaplin 14. Martin Van Buren 15. Cyberspace 16. The Three Stooges 17. 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I’m always interested in hear ing 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 coff ee shop. And I’ll buy the coff ee 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 coff ee and interview would be the picnic area of the Saugus Iron Works. STORM | FROM PAGE 19 and storm cleanup can be taxing. Do not operate power equipment when tired or overly fatigued. Drink plenty of water and take regular breaks. Always use safety equipment like chaps, gloves, eye protection or hearing protection. About the Outdoor Power Equipment Institute OPEI is the advocacy voice of the industry and a recognized Standards Development Organization for the American National Standards Institute (ANSI) and active internationalFor Advertising with RESULTS, call The Advocate Newspapers at 781-233-4446 or info@advocatenews.net ly through the International Organization for Standardization (ISO) and the International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC) in the development of safety and performance standards. OPEI owns Equip Exposition, the international landscape, outdoor living, and equipment exposition, and administers the TurfMutt Foundation, which directs the environmental education program TurfMutt. 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