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Vogler) 781-233-4446 Friday, July 10, 2026 A valuable, but unused resource Town Meeting Member Parlante says the town isn’t making the most of opioid abatement funds By Mark E. Vogler T he Town of Saugus has a balance of $403,151 in opioid abatement funds – money it could be using to help fight the opioid addiction problem in the community. Saugus has spent $66,887 – about 14 percent of the funds it had gathered – according to a state website that monitors the use of Massachusetts Opioid Settlement Fund money. “The Town of Saugus is proud to have taken the first steps towards helping its residents overcome issues with recovery and look forward to continued efforts and collaboration with other established programs in surrounding municipalities,” the town notes in comments on the website, in assessing the progress of the local programs. But at least one town offiHome of the Week Welcome Home to 116 Main Street. 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Equal Housing Opportunity. cial, Precinct 2 Town Meeting Member Matthew Parlante, is not satisfied with that assessment and questions whether the town is doing enough to make use of the funds at its disposal. “I’ll be honest that some of this is hard for me to reconcile: two overdoses in one family in a single month, a Saugus student overdosing in another community with what looks like no follow-up, and a program that’s used less than 15 percent of the funding available to it,” Parlante wrote in an email this week to Town Manager Scott C. Crabtree. “What matters most to me is that residents actually have access to the resources that exist for them, and right now it feels like there’s real capacity sitting unused while people are struggling. It’s also worth saying that nearly every community around us already has these kinds of resources and practices in place, and we’re sitting right in the middle of all of it with nothing comparable of our own,” Parlante wrote. “I raise that not to be adversarial, but because I think residents deserve to understand how those pieces fit together, and I’d like your help making sense of it.” The email, titled Follow-Up Regarding Overdose Response and Community Resources, RESOURCE | SEE PAGE 2 Summer is Here! Established 1978 Mid-grade Regular 3.67 4.24 4.59 $4.40 Full Service ULS $3.649 Order online at angelosoil.com Kerosene Now Available! 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Is there currently a follow-up outreach protocol after an overdose in Saugus? If so, what does it look like in practice? 2. Who owns that process and is responsible for carryTHE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FriDAy, JUly 10, 2026 ing it out? 3. Regarding the young woman who overdosed twice in one week last month, again, not asking about her identity, just whether our existing process, whatever it is, was followed in that case. 4. We also had a Saugus student overdose while in another community. Is there a standing process for coordinating with other towns when that happens, or is that something we should be building? 5. The town encumbered about $66,887 in opioid abatement funds this fiscal year, with just over $400,000 still unspent. I’d like to understand the plan “WE’RE STILL HERE!” Since 1947 MALDEN AUTO BODY Book online: Maldenauto.com 49 Robin St., Everett, MA 617-389-3030 * Maldenab@yahoo.com Over 79 years of exceptional service! Massone Family Owned & Operated and rough timeline for putting the rest of that funding to work. 6. Saugus used to have a dedicated follow-up team for situations like this. I’d genuinely like to understand why that ended, and whether it’s something you’d be open to revisiting. “I’d also ask you to take an honest look at whether the Health Department has the staffing and support it needs to actually carry out follow-up outreach, not just administer the funding,” Parlante wrote. “If capacity is part of what’s limiting this, I’d rather know that plainly so we can figure out how to address it, instead of getting procedural answers that don’t move things forward,” he said. Crabtree has maintained in recent emails that he and town staff have been responsive to Parlante’s requests. “With respect to any specific individual or reported incident, the Town cannot confirm, deny, or discuss personal health, medical, emergency response, or outreach details involving a resident,” Crabtree wrote in an email to Parlante last month. “Those matters may involve privacy protections and are not appropriate for public discussion or email correspondence. Generally speaking, overdose-related and substance-use-related responses may involve coordination among public safety and public health personnel, including Police, Fire, and the Health Department, depending on the circumstances,” the town manager said. “I also want to clarify that your inquiries have not been ignored. You have had prior communications with staff in my office regarding these concerns, and you were directed to the appropriate department heads for the operational, public health, and public safety information you are seeking. My office’s role in this matter has been to help route your inquiry appropriately,” he said. “The specific questions you have raised regarding Health Department programs, substance use outreach, opioid abatement-funded initiatives, recovery resources, and related public health policies are most appropriately addressed by the Health Director. Questions regarding Police or Fire response protocols are most appropriately addressed by the Police Chief and Fire Chief.” Crabtree stressed that the Town treats issues involving substance use disorder, mental health challenges, overdose prevention, recovery support, harm reduction and community wellness as “important public health matters” and that it continues to “work through the appropriate departments to strengthen our response and connect residents with available resources.” “As one recent example of this ongoing work, the Town of Saugus Wellness Collective held its Walk for Wellness [last month] at Breakheart Reservation,” Crabtree wrote. “It was a positive community event with strong participation and reflected the type of outreach, education, wellness, and prevention work that the Health Department and the Town are continuing to build upon,” he said. Parlante, a lieutenant in the Revere Fire Department, has completed the first half of his second two-year term on the 50-member Town Meeting. Since getting elected, he’s been an outspoken advocate for people afflicted with substance abuse. “I’ve been in long-term recovery since 2009. Addiction has touched my life in a lot of ways beyond my own journey,” Parlante told The Saugus Advocate this week. “I’ve lost close friends to overdose and other addiction-related deaths over the years, and more recently, I lost my daughter’s mother to a drunk driver, just as she was coming up on nine years sober herself. That loss is a big part of why I initially ran for office, why I do this work and why it feels urgent to me, not abstract,” he said. Parlante sits on several city and town prevention coalitions and HUBs across the region, including the Saugus Prevention Coalition, which he helped start about two years ago. “That’s actually a big part of what drives my frustration here,” Parlante said. “Being in these rooms regularly with other communities’ health departments, elected officials, police, fire and recovery programs, I see firsthand what other towns are doing and how far Saugus is lagging behind, despite my own efforts to collaborate directly with the town on this for the past two years. The town recently launched its own Wellness Collective, and I’ll be candid that after two years of trying to work with them directly on exactly this kind of effort, it feels more like a PR move than a genuine program,” he said. ׉ 7cassandra://6wnvpRk9KJA_UeEN91LyBWJY3Uc0UXvDBIxCMhDLE7I7=`jOT2$!L׉ETHE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FriDAy, JUly 10, 2026 Page 3 “Freedom Means A Lot” A 7-year-old explains what her winning drawing means Center, was overjoyed when she heard her name called out as the first place winner in the drawing contest, which focused on the theme “What Freedom Means to Me.” “I didn’t think I was going to win, but I tried,” Adrianna said after receiving her first place award from Gail Cassarino, the outgoing regent of the Parson Roby Chapter of the National Society Daughters of the American Revolution (NSDAR). Adrianna’s artwork featured four individual panels in a crayon drawing: a church, a WINNING DRAWING | SEE PAGE 11 Lawrence A. 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A crowd estimated at 350 to 500 people sought shade under large trees and picnic tents that were set up in the park on a hot and humid day to watch local residents dressed in colonial outfits participate in reenactments of the historic events, which Saugus played a significant role in locally. Visitors entering the park were greeted by members of the Parson Roby Chapter of the National Society Daughters of the American Revolution (NSDAR) dressed in colonial outLynn English High School Marine Corps Junior ROTC color guard BEST PATRIOTIC DECORATED TRUCK: This truck, which was entered into a contest by Town Meeting Precinct 4, was judged the “best.” (Saugus Advocate photos by Mark E. Vogler) fits, who asked them to sign a giant copy of the Declaration Precinct 10 Town Meeting Member Jenna R. Nuzzo decorated this truck, which was the runnerup in the truck decorating contest. 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Roby to Lexington and BELLS TO RING: a box of ceremonial 250th anniversary bells provided by the Parson Roby Chapter of the National Society Daughters of the American Revolution (NSDAR) for a special ceremony. Concord on April 19, 1775. The free food for the occasion featured BBQ hot dogs, baked beans (a popular food at the time of the Revolution), ginger cookies, lemonade, watermelon, cake and bottles of water. There were games and coloring books for kids. George Washington hung around a little while so grownups and kids could pose with him for photos. It was a day of patriotism, community pride, pageantry and fun. DJ Anthony Arone presided over the music that played during the event. Summer is Here! Mary Beth Maes sings the National Anthem ׉ 7cassandra://KdpH_imbfSA3afb7z0TaLem1uS2M39qp6JpwaDyRbnM?F`jOT2$!L׉E9THE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FriDAy, JUly 10, 2026 Page 5 BEN FRANKLIN: Saugus Board of Selectmen Vice Chair Anthony Cogliano acted out the part of the famous American who signed the U.S. Constitution. A PATRIOTIC CEREMONY: Outgoing Regent Gail Cassarino of the Parson Roby Chapter NSDAR leads the gathering in a bell-ringing event. DRESSED FOR TEA: Karen and Anthony Speziale wear their colonial best. Corinne Riley, chair of the Saugus 250th Celebration Committee PARSON JOSEPH ROBY: The famous Saugus minister, played by Tom Raiche, advocated for American independence from the pulpit. GEN. WASHINGTON AND FRIENDS: Saugus Board of Selectmen Chair Debra Panetta, Janice Jarosz, Washington and Ruth Berg. George Washington flanked by Parson Roby DAR members Sharon Genovese (left) and Joanie Allbee (right) JOHN HANCOCK: Tony Speziale played the part of the American Founding Father who was the first to sign the Declaration of Independence. Tom Raiche, dressed up as Parson Joseph Roby, led a group of event organizers in the singing of “God Bless America.” THE MAIN GUEST: General G eorge Washingt on, commander of the Continental Army and the future first president of the United States, addresses the crowd. Event organizers and participants gather around the watermelon table. State Representative Donald Wong (R-Saugus) was on hand to present a Citation from the House of Representatives. MORE SUPPORT. MORE SOLUTIONS. LESS WORRY. Clear answers, faster decisions, and a team that goes above and beyond to get things done. We make it easy for you to get more of what you want. Because here, easy means more. 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S augus Community Television invites residents of all ages to enjoy an evening of family fun under the stars at its annual Starlight Cinema Movie Night on Tuesday, July 28. This year’s featured film is the beloved family adventure “Jumanji” (1995), starring Robin Williams. The movie is about a magical board Gerry D’Ambrosio Attorney-at-Law Is Your Estate in Order? Do you have an update Will, Health Care Proxy or Power of Attorney? If Not, Please Call for a Free Consultation. 14 Proctor Avenue, Revere (781) 284-5657 J& • Reliable Mowing Service • Spring & Fall Cleanups • Mulch & Edging • Sod or Seed Lawns • Shrub Planting & Trimming • Water & Sewer Repairs Joe Pierotti, Jr. game that brings jungle dangers to life. The event will be held at Parcher Field, which is located next to Kasabuski Rink behind Target. Family activities begin at 5:30 p.m., and the movie will start promptly at 7:30 p.m. The rain date will be one week later on August 4. This year’s event will feature a large LED movie screen, allowing the film to begin before sunset while still providing an outstanding viewing experience for everyone in attendance. The earlier starting time makes it easier for families with young children to enjoy the evening and return home at a reasonable hour. Starlight Cinema is a free community event open to everyone. Complimentary popcorn will be provided while supplies last, and guests are welcome to bring their own snacks and nonalcoholic beverages. A variety of food and dessert options will also be available for purchase throughout the evening from local food vendors. Featured vendors: Tiffany’s Tasty Treats, offering gourmet brownies, cookies and gluten-free and sugar-free desserts; Bono Appetit, serving specialty sandwiches, including pulled pork grilled cheese, paninis and sandwiches; and Soc’s Ice Cream, featuring refreshing frozen treats for a summer evening. Beginning at 5:30 p.m., families can enjoy a variety of free activities, including interactive games displayed on the LED screen, a festive photo booth featuring a giant popcorn-themed arch, giant Jenga and other family-friendly entertainment. Local businesses S LANDSCAPE & MASONRY CO. Masonry - Asphalt • Brick or Block Steps • Brick or Block Walls • Concrete or Brick Paver Patios & Walkways • Brick Re-Pointing • Asphalt Paving www.JandSlandscape-masonry.com • Senior Discount • Free Estimates • Licensed & Insured 617-389-1490 Designing and Constructing Ideas that are “Grounds for Success” Landscaping (Courtesy graphic to The Saugus Advocate) and community organizations will also be on hand with informational displays, giveaways and activities. Saugus Television will also offer exclusive Starlight Cinema commemorative T-shirts for purchase. The shirts feature an original design created exclusively for the event by Saugus Television’s own John Prudent. Attendees will be able to select their preferred shirt size, and the shirts will be custom printed. Shirts will also be available during Saugus Founders Day for those who are unable to attend the movie night. Starlight Cinema is made possible through the generous support of the Saugus Cultural Council, Richard A. Kowalsky Insurance Agency, Inc., community partners, local businesses, and sponsors. Saugus Television is currently seeking additional sponsors to help support this free community event. Businesses and organizations interested in sponsorship opportunities are encouraged to contact Saugus Television for more information. Volunteers are also needed to assist with event setup, activities and operations throughout the evening. Anyone interested in volunteering is encouraged to contact Maureen Whitcomb at Saugus Community Television. Building on the anticipated success of this year’s event, Saugus Television hopes to continue the Starlight Cinema series with a special Halloween-themed movie night later this year. “This is the first time Saugus is doing the movie,” said Whitcomb, the station’s administrative assistant. “Saugus TV wants to do a second one for Halloween, then wants to continue them next summer too. Similar to Wakefield and surrounding towns,” she said. Additional details will be announced as plans are finalized. Continued community support through sponsorships and volunteers will help make future free family events possible. Residents are encouraged to bring lawn chairs, blankets and bug spray, and gather with family and friends for an evening of outdoor entertainment, community spirit and summertime fun. For more information about Starlight Cinema, sponsorship opportunities or volunteer opportunities, please contact Saugus Community Television. Local students make Q4 Honor Roll at BC High T he following local students made the Q4 Honor Roll at BC High for the 2025-2026 school year. Please join us in celebrating their accomplishments! Saugus students: Rylan Bierenbroodspot, Honors, Class of 2028; Cameron Nguyen, Honors, Class of 2028; Wyatt Swart, High Honors, Class of 2028. ׉ 7cassandra://tSNi4PLGPuf-XIlvnyMrh4UoNRP0tuKOGFrCL4ikjwQ;`jOT2$!L׉ETHE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FriDAy, JUly 10, 2026 Page 7 Saugus Gardens in the Summer Here’s what’s blooming in town this week to make your walks more enjoyable By Laura Eisener I t is always intriguing when a plant appears that the gardener has not planted. In this case it was clearly not a matter of forgetting what I planted, because this one came up in the middle of the lawn. It was easy to recognize, even a year before blossoms appeared, because I had planted many hollyhocks in the garden in the past, usually with disappointing results, and the somewhat maple-shaped leaves are distinctive. There are about 80 species of hollyhock (Alcea spp.), mostly from Eurasia, and some have been popular garden flowers for centuries. The common hollyhock (Alcea rosea) was being grown in European gardens at least since the 16th century and was mentioned in William Turner’s herbal in 1551. While some of the scientific names have changed over time, and many breeders have worked at hybridizing to develop new colors and shapes, such as double or ruffled blossoms, common hollyhock is the most widely available in nurseries. This has been my most successful hollyhock summer so far. Not only has the volunteer in the lawn blossomed generously, I bought a few more in different colors, which are also in bloom right now. Our dry summer is a contributing factor to the success of all these plants, because the low rainfall helps prevent the spread of fungus spores, including rust, which has affected my plants in other years, sometimes killing them off even before they bloomed. I have kept the garden watered, but by keeping the water from getting on the leaves as much as possible, I have tried to keep any rust spores in the environment from settling and sticking to the foliage. Since there are some roses and bee balm planted near some of the hollyhocks, all these plants benefit from aiming the hose toward the ground rather than higher up on the plants, since these all are susceptible to rust, powdery mildew and other fungus diseases. Of course, when it rains, water is going to get on the leaves. Hollyhocks are well known for producing seeds that may come up some distance away from where the original plants were planted, so the one in my lawn is probably a descendant of one planted a few years ago in the nearby garden bed. While I don’t remember the varieties I planted in the past, the one in my lawn looks like pale hollyhock, also known as Turkish hollyhock (Alcea biennis). Last year it just had a few leaves and was only about a foot tall, but it is at least 6 feet tall this year, with pale pink flowers that have a pale green center. I surrounded it with metal rabbit fencing wrapped around a tomato cage to protect it from both the lawnmower and the rabbits. The sturdy surrounding also protects it somewhat from wind, but hollyhocks have sturdy stems and usually resist breakage even in windy weather. It started blooming a couple of weeks ago, starting with the lowest buds and working its way up, as most flower spikes do. There are still some buds near the top, so this one seems likely to bloom well into the next week. Over the years I had planted numerous hollyhocks. This year I planted a few more, including a common hollyhock variety called ‘Mars Magic’ (Alcea rosea ‘Mars Magic)’. This one has large vivid red flowers but does not grow very tall; it’s only 3-4 feet’ tall but it looks nice next to the red bee balm (Monarda didyma ‘Jacob Kline’), which is flowering beside it. This tall Turkish hollyhock is making a dramatic statement in the middle of my lawn this summer. (Photo courtesy of Laura Eisener) ‘Mars Magic’ common hollyhock and a matching red bee balm add drama to the sunny garden. 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I got to spend half my day Saturday at the Saugus Iron Works, where the town celebrated America’s 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence. “It was even better than what we envisioned,” said Corinne Riley, the former selectman who chaired the Saugus 250th Committee and lobbied hard last fall during her final months in office to make sure the town would have such a celebration. “All of us put so much effort into honoring the Patriots who fought, along with their families that stayed behind and sacrificed for the freedom we enjoy today, the highlight was everyone singing ‘God Bless America,’” she said. Board of Selectman Chair Debra Panetta, who worked on the committee to see the project through, said she was “very happy with the 250 celebration event that was held on July 4. I thought we had an excellent turnout.” I got into town nearly two hours before the event Saturday morning. I was expecting a huge crowd and some traffic congestion near the Iron Works. So, I parked my car under a shady tree next to the Saugus Public Library and walked to the Iron Works. I figured that if it was a little bit cooler (It seemed like we were in the 92-94 range during the event), it would have been an even larger crowd. “With all the people coming and going during the event there easily would have been 350-500 people,” the committee wrote me in an email this week. Compared to the numerous events I have covered during my decade-plus years as the editor of The Saugus Advocate, this event was right up there with the best of them that I reported on. But I was expecting a larger crowd. There were a couple of factors at play. The hot, humid weather could have kept some people away. And, of course, a lot of people may have had plans for holiday get-togethers and get-aways. In recent decades, Saugus hasn’t done much four generations wanted to pose with Sharon and me and pretend it was the 1700’s . We were gatekeepers/greeters. We missed a lot of the main events, but we gave our all where we were, helping people who kept coming in.” Genovese enjoyed being part of visitors’ Kodak moments. “Having our picture taken with Mr. George Washington was awesome,” she said later. Saugus United Parish Food Pantry The Saugus United Parish THE GATEKEEPER GREETERS: Left to right: Joanie Allbee, Sharon Genovese and Paula Howard. They were the welcoming committee for last Saturday’s America 250th Celebration. They are the members of Daughters of the American Revolution Saugus Parson Roby Chapter who greeted guests, answered questions, spoke of the day’s events and gave out bells to ring in the festivities. All took turns welcoming guests to sign the big replica of the Declaration of Independence. (Saugus Advocate photo by Mark E. Vogler) to celebrate July 4 – other than the Lynnhurst July Fourth Block Party, a neighborhood tradition that’s been going on for 109 years. A lot of Saugus residents enjoy going to the July 4th parade in the neighboring town of Wakefield. My takeaways on the event There were three aspects of the 250th celebration that I will long remember when the subject comes up. First, I will long remember the gentleman who played George Washington. He was a well-sort-out guy at the celebration. He posed for lots of photos with people attending. I tried to strike up a conversation with him and get a little background information about him. But he told me he was from Virginia and he was determined to be George Washington on this day. His real name is Glenn Siner – a retired history teacher from Glocester, Rhode Island. He really enjoys history, particularly about George Washington and the American Revolution. He’s been a Revolutionary War reenactor for 15 years, participating with the Captain William Tew’s Company of the 2nd Rhode Island Regiment, which reenacts battles and skirmishes with the British. Last Saturday’s celebration at the Iron Works was just another Washington reenactment gig for him. And the crowd loved him. Secondly, I couldn’t get over the brave men and women from Saugus who showed up wearing colonial outfits, which had to be very uncomfortable in the hot and humid weather. Special kudos to Selectman Anthony Cogliano, who played the part of Ben Franklin; Tom Raiche, who dressed up and acted like Parson Joseph Roby, the famous Saugus minister who advocated for American independence from the pulpit; and Tony Speziale, who portrayed American patriot John Hancock. And also, hats off to all of the women – most of them event organizers – who dressed up in colonial gowns for the occasion. I’m sure they were hot in the park, but they were a big hit among the crowd, too. The last big impression that I left the Iron Works with on Saturday was the welcoming committee – the group of ladies from the Parson Roby Chapter of the National Society Daughters of the American Revolution (NSDAR) who sat at the desk at the park entrance. They greeted people with a smile, offered them a miniature bell – red or blue – to join in the noon bell-ringing ceremony, got visitors to sign a giant copy of the Declaration of Independence and were there during the duration of the afternoon to answer questions about the NSDAR, Saugus during the American Revolution and anything else that came their way. They even honored photo requests. Special praise to Sharon Genovese, Paula Howard and Joan Allbee, three DAR ladies who spent most of their afternoon at the welcoming table. “I loved the people’s excitement when receiving a bell to ring for freedom,” said Allbee. “One woman, as soon as her hands were on the bell she rang it out jumped up and down shouting ‘We’re free! We’re free! I love America,’” she said. “I loved participating in asking people to sign the Declaration of Independence and see huge smiles and hugs. And visitors asked to pose with us for pictures after signing the Declaration. One family that spanned Food Pantry will be open today (Friday, July 10) from 9:30-11 a.m. at 50 Essex St. in the basement of Cliftondale Congregational Church. But the food pantry will be closed next Friday, July 17. It will be open all other Fridays in July with its regular hours of 9:30-11. The food pantry welcomes all neighbors facing food insecurity on Friday mornings. Volunteers are also welcome. Please call the Food Pantry Office (781-233-2663) or go to the website (cliftondalecc.org) for details. This week’s “Shout Outs” We received several this week: From Precinct 1 Town Meeting Member Sue Palomba, who made a trip to the Lynn Fells Parkway on Sunday to check out the 99th Annual Imperio Mariense Feast, which featured Portuguese food and entertainment: “I was so surprised about this place. I heard about it, but I cannot believe what an event they have yearly. Next year it will be 100 years old. Oh my God! These people have worked so hard to put this together. What a meal! Unbelievable!” From Joan Allbee, a volunteer in various town activities and a frequent contributor to The Saugus Advocate: “I’d like to give a shout out for Corinne Riley. Corinne is an amazing woman. She would have my vote for ‘Saugus Woman of the Year 2026.’ Corinne did an amazing job as planner, presenter, organizer and assisting with the setting up of the Saugus Iron Works 250th Birthday of America celebration. “From July 4th at the crack THE SOUNDS | SEE PAGE 9 ׉ 7cassandra://gJwh9Xttz_azYsKDunHpg6_-s1lbzGOSp0U0yjjoIB85`jOT2$!L׉E THE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FriDAy, JUly 10, 2026 Page 9 SOUNDS | FROM PAGE 8 of dawn, Corinne was running around getting things in order, directing loads of gifted watermelons to be sliced and prepared for visitors. Yet, never too busy to give bottles of water to dehydrated volunteers. Not to mention her successful and thoughtful Saugus 411 New Comers day of information booths. “That’s our Corinne, always thinking of others. How about a Saugus Town Citation for this lady?” From Alan Thibeault, Director of the Saugus Public Library: “The Saugus Public Library is pleased to be partnering again this year with the National Park Service and we’re excited about this year’s series of eight free outdoor summer concerts. Our partnership with the Saugus Iron Works provides enriching outdoor opportunities for our patrons. We’re grateful to the NPS for making the historic Saugus Iron Works available to our citizens through programs and events such as this concert series, our outdoor Story Hours, and other family-friendly library events.” A collective “Shout Out” from the Saugus 250th Celebration Committee: “The committee would like to thank everyone that came out to be a part of the event, and to celebrate our 250th anniversary of independence. ‘Shout outs’ to Sharon Genevese, Rick Leclair, Dave Leclair, Michelle Lewis, Kayden Lewis, Donna Sordello, DAR: Joan Allbie, Wendy Renda, Jacki Bracewell, Jackie Cassarino, Ella Cassarino, Tony Smith, Craig Smith, Grayson Swanson, Paula Howard, Rachel Montoya, Magnus Montoya, Justine Dolan, Susie Chano, Ranger Andrew, SCTV – Anthony Moschella, Lynn English Color Guard, again our thanks to Mary Beth Mayes, and a special thanks to Mark Vogler and The Saugus Advocate for their continued coverage of this event. In addition, the Saugus 250th Celebration Committee, Town of Saugus, the Saugus Iron Works – Mike Parr, Janice Jarosz, Ellen LeClair, Jean Swanson, Gail Cassarino, State Representative Donald Wong, Selectmen Deb Panetta and Anthony Cogliano, Parson Roby Chapter of Daughters of the American Revolution, Pastor Wayne Shirk, Retired Navy. Capt. Steve CasTHE LYNNHURST 4TH OF JULY BLOCK PARTY: Last weekend marked the 109th year of this neighborhood tradition, which includes games, patriotic decorations, hot dogs and a raffle as well as a refreshing hose-off courtesy of the Saugus Fire Department. (Photo courtesy of Laura Eisener) tinetti, Mary Beth Mayes, Town Manager Scott Crabtree and Jeannie Meredith, Elementary ELA Instructional Coach Kristin Baclay, SCTV, Saugus Veterans Council/Randy Briand, DJ Anthony Arone, Laura Eisener and Paul Kenworthy, Tom Raiche, Anthony and Karen Speziale, Joyce Vecchiarelli and Peter Rossetti, The Tarantino’s, Mary Mackenzie, Saugus Police, Fire and Health Departments, Saugus Senior Center-Mike Cappozzi, Precincts 4 and 10 for submitting a patriotic pick-up truck, Webster First Federal Credit Union, Kayem Hot Dogs, Big Y, Socs Ice Cream, Saugus Lions Club, Trader Joe’s – Saugus, J Pace & Son – Saugus, Nevron Plastics, Engineering Alliance, Rick Salvo and Goldberg Family Chiropractic, Dr. AJ Goldberg, Kowloon Restaurant, KLP Associates DBA Tax Shop, Sue Palomba – Mango Realty, Mark Panetta, Nino’s Plastering, Cogliano Plaza.” From Corinne Riley: “I want to thank Chris and Olivia Riley, Tony Speziale and Jacob Mahoney for breaking down the canopies, tables, chairs….loading them and getting them back to Randy Briand. Also, to Peter Rossetti, who stayed at the hot dog grill and organized the helpers!” Want to “Shout Out” a fellow Saugonian? This is an opportunity for our paper’s readers to single out – in a brief mention – remarkable acts or achievements by Saugus residents or an act of kindness or a nice gesture. Just send an email (mvoge@comcast.net) with a mention in the subject line of “An Extra Shout Out.” No more than a paragraph; anything longer might lend itself to a story and/or a photo. Free Summer concerts series underway You know it’s truly summer in Saugus when the Wednesday night crowds start to gather at the Saugus Iron Works National Historic Site, where they sing, clap and dance to the music. It’s that time of year again. Another summer of free outdoor concerts over an eight-week period at the Iron Works began on July 1. This marks the fifth consecutive summer that the Saugus Public Library and the National Park Service are collaborating on a local outdoor event that seems to get more popular every year. The Saugus Cultural Council (a local arm of the Mass Cultural Council, a state agency) is also a key sponsor of the event. The concerts are free and open to the public. The concert series celebrates local musical talents in Essex County and creates opportunities for residents and visitors to engage with the park during evening hours. Shows begin at 6 p.m. each Wednesday in July and August. People can bring blankets and chairs, snacks, etc. Don’t forget to bring a friend, too, to enjoy a couple of hours of music outdoors. The events take place on the stage behind the museum building, and spectators can settle down on the upper lawn. It is suitable for all ages. Restrooms are available until nearly 8 p.m. when the concerts conclude. If weather looks bad for any particular Wednesday, concertgoers are urged to check the library website (www.sauguspubliclibrary.org), which will update for cancellations on that day. This year’s lineup features a combination of new bands and familiar faces. Concerts begin at 6 p.m. on the Big Lawn each Wednesday through August 19. This week’s headliner (July 8) was Brian Maes Band, a local favorite that plays Classic Rock. Renee Leavitt & the Renegades, a group that brings a lively Country/Rock blend, is scheduled to perform next Wednesday (July 15). Here is the rest of the schedule for the summer concert series: · July 22: Memorylaners (50s, 60s and 70s, Doo Wop). · July 29: Ditto Band (Acoustic American Rock). · August 5: The Implications (Rock & Country). · August 12: Squeezebox Stompers (Cajun, Zydeco, Blues, Folk). · August 19: Coco Brown & The Invitation (Motown & Soul). Watch https://sauguspubliclibrary.org for weather updates and cancellations. Summer Reading time at the library The 2026 Summer Reading Program at the Saugus Public Library is underway and will last through Friday, Aug. 21. Preregistration using the Beanstack app has begun. Here’s a summary of the program: WHO: Kids Pre-K through 6th grade. WHAT: Kids read the books they love, log their reading and earn prizes! They’ll enjoy reading what they love, free programs, crafts and activities. WHY: Don’t lose those hardearned skills! Summer reading plays a vital role in helping reduce the “Summer Slide” – the learning loss experienced between school years, which can leave students significantly behind their peers. The Saugus Public Schools recommend kids read at least 20 minutes every day. We also recommend reading to your child, even as they become an independent reader. Talk about what you’ve read together. Help them find books they like – we can help with that. Make it a fun part of a daily routine they look forward to! PRIZES: Every reader wins prizes, and books to keep. We’ll also raffle vouchers for ice cream, pizza, roller skating, mini golf, bowling and much more. Grand prize drawings include tickets to Canobie Lake Park and Nova Adventure Park! HOW: Download the Beanstack App! · CREATE AN ACCOUNT: If this is your first time participating in one of the SPL’s reading challenges using Beanstack, here are step-by-step instructions [https://www.loom. com/share/0efe0cc7c0f64b96b3c0a38ade8b04f6] on how to create a Beanstack account. If you’ve used Beanstack before, simply register for our 2026 Summer Reading Challenge. · REGISTER FOR A CHALLENGE: This video [https://www.loom. com/share/9cfd52f03a4c4444bc9ab86d94b51cea] will show you how to register for a reading challenge using the app. · LOG YOUR READING: This video [https://www.loom.com/ share/fda67bebf80e443faaad2529fa3ca486] will show you THE SOUNDS | SEE PAGE 10 The Brian Maes Band and the band Shy performed as part of the Lynnhurst 4th of July Block Party near the site of the former Lynnhurst Elementary School on the evening of July 3. 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Beanstack Link [https://sauguspubliclibrary.beanstack.com/reader365] · Or Register in Person: Stop by the library to register in person and use our paper reading log. · Download free e-books and SACK RACES: There were plenty of games for kids to play on the Fourth of July as the two-day Lynnhurst Block Party concluded. (Courtesy photo of Debra Panetta) - LEGAL NOTICE - COMMONWEALTH OF MASSACHUSETTS THE TRIAL COURT PROBATE AND FAMILY COURT Essex Probate and Family Court 36 Federal Street Salem, MA 01970 (978) 744-1020 Docket No. ES26P1936EA Estate of: DOMENIC A. VEGA Date of Death: 06/22/2026 CITATION ON PETITION FOR FORMAL ADJUDICATION To all interested persons: A Petition for Formal Probate of Will with Appointment of Personal Representative has been filed by Susan J. Boyson of Saugus, MA requesting that the Court enter a formal Decree and Order and for such other relief as requested in the Petition. The Petitioner requests that: Susan J. Boyson of Saugus, MA be appointed as Personal Representative(s) of said estate to serve Without Surety on the bond in unsupervised administration. IMPORTANT NOTICE You have the right to obtain a copy of the Petition from the Petitioner or at the Court. You have a right to object to this proceeding. To do so, you or your attorney must file a written appearance and objection at this Court before: 10:00 a.m. on the return day of 08/03/2026. This is NOT a hearing date, but a deadline by which you must file a written appearance and objection if you object to this proceeding. If you fail to file a timely written appearance and objection followed by an affidavit of objections within thirty (30) days of the return day, action may be taken without further notice to you. UNSUPERVISED ADMINISTRATION UNDER THE MASSACHUSETTS UNIFORM PROBATE CODE (MUPC) A Personal Representative appointed under the MUPC in an unsupervised administration is not required to file an inventory or annual accounts with the Court. Persons interested in the estate are entitled to notice regarding the administration directly from the Personal Representative and may petition the Court in any matter relating to the estate, including the distribution of assets and expenses of administration. WITNESS, Hon. Frances M. Giordano, First Justice of this Court. Date: July 03, 2026 PAMELA A. CASEY O’BRIEN REGISTER OF PROBATE July 10, 2026 e-audiobooks from the library! Can’t make it to the library? Our digital collections provide easy access to the books kids love, 24 hours a day seven days a week. Download free, fresh titles all summer using the hoopla and Libby apps! [https:// www.sauguspubliclibrary.org/ children/family-resources/] Perfect your writing on July 21 The writing workshop Pen to Paper will meet Tuesday, July 21, from 6:30-7 p.m. in the Brooks Room at the Saugus Public Library. New participants are welcome. KOC Crafts Fair Aug. 8 The Saugus Knights of Columbus No. 1829 will host a crafts fair Saturday, Aug. 8, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at 57 Appleton St. in Saugus: baked goods, candles, handmade textiles, jewelry, wood carving and much more. Visitors can also enjoy making their own sundaes, or popcorn, hot dogs, hot coffee and donuts and raffles. Veterans Day Brick Program is back The Saugus Veterans Council is pleased to reinstate the Brick Program! After our vendor retired last year (thank you, Del from Pavlok for working with us over the years), we have found another engraver who will be taking our orders for Veterans Day! Proceeds from the brick sales are devoted to the upkeep of Saugus Veterans Park. If you are interested in purchasing a brick, a 4x8” is $100 (three lines) and an 8x8” (five lines) is $200. Please contact Corinne Riley, 781-231-7995, for an application or more information. All orders must be in no later than Sept. 10. Savvy Senior How to Save on by Jim Miller Prescription Eyeglasses Dear Savvy Senior, What tips can you recommend for finding affordable prescription eyeglasses? I currently have vision coverage through my employer’s insurance plan but will lose it when I retire in a few months and sign up for Medicare. --Nearsighted Nancy Dear Nancy, You’re wise to plan ahead. Eyeglasses can be expensive. A basic pair often runs $150 to $300, and bifocals or progressive lenses can easily double or triple that. The good news is that with a few strategies, you can keep costs manageable once you retire and transition to Medicare. Medicare & insurance Original Medicare and Medigap plans generally do not cover routine eye exams or eyeglasses, except after cataract surgery, when Part B helps pay for corrective lenses. But many Medicare Advantage plans, also called Part C, do include vision benefits. These plans, offered by private insurers, must cover everything original Medicare does and often include extras like dental, hearing and prescription drug coverage. That said, I would not choose a Medicare Advantage plan just for vision coverage alone, but it is worth understanding what is available. To compare plans in your area, visit medicare.gov/ plan-compare or call 800-6334227. Be sure to check the details to confirm coverage for routine eye exams, frames and lenses. You can also buy a stand-alone vision insurance plan. Major carriers like Humana, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Aetna and UnitedHealthcare, along with specialty providers like VSP and EyeMed, offer plans with premiums typically ranging from about $10 to $30 per month. Before enrolling, compare the costs and benefits to make sure the savings on exams and glasses outweigh the premiums and copays. Discount stores Buying glasses from discount retailers can save you a substantial amount. Warehouse clubs like Costco Optical and Sam’s Club Optical offer eye exams typically ranging from $80 to $130 depending on location, with basic prescription glasses starting around $120. You will need a membership, but the savings can often justify the cost. Other good options include Walmart Vision Center, Target Optical and independent optical shops. Prices vary, so it pays to shop around and ask about package deals or seasonal promotions. An AARP membership can also provide discounts at retailers like LensCrafters, Target Optical and Visionworks. Buy online Ordering glasses online is another excellent way to save, often cutting costs significantly compared to traditional retailers. Reputable sites like Warby Parker, EyeBuyDirect and GlassesUSA offer single vision glasses starting around $70, with progressive lenses typically ranging from $120 to $200 depending on features. You will need a current prescription and your pupillary distance, which may be included on your prescription or can be measured by your provider or even at home. Many online retailers offer virtual try on tools so you can see how frames will look before you buy. Also pay attention to lens options such as anti-reflective coating, scratch resistant coating and blue light filtering. For most people, a basic pair with durable coatings is usually sufficient. Low-income assistance If your income is limited, local clinics may offer free or reduced cost eye exams and eyeglasses. Your local Lions Club is another excellent resource. Many chapters sponsor vision programs or can direct you to nearby services. You can find your local club at lionsclubs.org/en/start-our-approach/club-locator. The nonprofit New Eyes also provides eyeglasses through a voucher program for people in financial need, working with participating providers to supply frames and lenses at little or no cost. With a little planning, you can keep your vision sharp without overspending. Between Medicare options, discount retailers, online shopping and community programs, there are plenty of ways to find quality eyeglasses at a price you can afford. Send your questions or comments to questions@savvysenior.org, or to Savvy Senior,P.O. Box 5443, Norman, OK 73070. ׉ 7cassandra://rgCZ50J7VPIwQvZw7SAUgJBNSWLDlzozOUIIx79fQ-c2`jOT2$!L׉ETHE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FriDAy, JUly 10, 2026 Page 11 REAL ESTATE TRANSACTIONS Copyrighted material previously published in Banker & Tradesman/The Commercial Record, a weekly trade newspaper. It is reprinted with permission from the publisher, The Warren Group. For a searchable database of real estate transactions and property information visit: www.thewarrengroup.com. BUYER1 Shah, Nirmal Ticse, Anthony A BUYER2 Shah, Jyoti Lama Bannister, Brianna SELLER1 Owram Barbara A Est R & J Investments LLC SELLER2 Owram, Michael B ADDRESS 10 Allison Rd 4 Granite Rd CITY Saugus Saugus DATE 06.17.26 06.18.26 PRICE 640000 783000 Saugus Little League Williamsport all-stars begin tournament season with District 16 games By Joe McConnell I t’s Williamsport Little League all-star time once again, and the 2026 version of the Saugus Little League 11-12-yearold stars ran the gamut of emotions in its District 16 opener against Swampscott at Salem’s Forest River Park on June 30. “It was a disappointing loss,” said coach John Benoit, “but we started well, leading 8-0 after three innings. Each player in the lineup contributed to the early offense.” Among the Saugus ofThe 2026 Saugus Little League Williamsport all-star team, from left: Jason Cuddy, Matthew Benoit, Gavin Peavey, Owen Chesna, Cial Gerardi, Owen Ciampoli, Joseph Rench, Dylan Barasso, Joseph Fabrizio, Cadin Arsenault, Jovan Basta and Jacob Amodeo. (Courtesy photo) fensive contributors against its Swampscott counterparts were Jacob Amodeo and Matthew Benoit. They both had two hits each that resulted in them scoring a couple of runs. Dylan Barasso supplied the power with a big two-run double in the first inning. Benoit also pitched scoreless baseball throughout the first three bald eagle, students sitting at their desks and soldiers saluting the American flag. “The American Eagle stands for our country. Our country is really strong because of the soldiers who are saluting the American flag,” she said, explaining how her creation reflects what she believes freedom means. She noted that Americans are free to worship wherever they want and pointed out that under the freedom Americans enjoy “kids can all be different” – a reference innings of the game, before Amodeo took over the pitching chores in the fourth, which led to another scoreless frame. The Saugus boys went into the top of the sixth and final inning, maintaining an 8-4 lead, only to see it disappear when Swampscott scored seven times to pullout the win, 11-8. But the good news is that the Saugus boys have a chance to WINNING DRAWING | FROM PAGE 3 to the drawing of the church and the one of the students sitting at their desks. Adrianna, who is the daughter of Precinct 9 Town Meeting Member Jaime L. Lincoln, will enter the second grade at Belmonte STEAM Academy when school starts in the fall. Isabella Miranda won second place among the first graders who competed. Cassarino also announced winners of the DAR’s “What Freedom Means to Me” essay contest. Millie Dineen, a third recover from the heartbreaking loss in this double elimination tournament. They were tentatively scheduled to go up against Wyoma at Lynn’s Reinfuss Field on July 7 (after press deadline). But a rainy Tuesday just might have postponed it. The Saugus team is made up of 12 players: Jacob Amodeo (outfielder, pitcher); Cadin Arsenault (shortstop); Dylan grader at Belmonte STEAM Academy, won the first place award. Noelle Cicolini, another third grader, received a second place award in the Barasso (outfielder, extra hitter); Jovan Basta (third baseman, outfielder); Matthew Benoit (catcher, pitcher); Owen Chesna (first baseman, outfielder); Owen Ciampoli (outfielder, extra hitter); Jason Cuddy (catcher, first baseman, outfielder); Joseph Fabrizio (outfielder, second baseman); Cial Gerardi (outfielder, third baseman); Gavin Peavey (second competition, which included grades 2–3. In the Grades 4-5 competition, Shane McBrine won first place and Renee Mukasa took second place. baseman, pitcher); and Joseph Rench (first baseman, extra hitter). John Benoit is the manager of the team, and Jerry Peavey and Gerry Fabrizio are his assistants. “This is a solid roster with a lot of versatility,” said Benoit. “Many of the players were infielders on their regular season teams, but we are relying on their athleticism to adapt to new positions, so we can be sound all-around. We also have more pitching depth than we have had in previous years.” If the local all-star nine beats aforementioned Wyoma, they will take on Salem without a day off, which is the life of any team trying to fight its way out of the loser’s bracket. But it can be done. First place recipients won gift certificates from Soc’s Ice Cream and Five Below. 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