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Vogler T he ballot for next Tuesday’s (Nov. 3) state election is chock-full of choices. Voters will decide whether to reelect Gov. Maura Healey or pick her Republican Challenger Mike Minogue. There’s a U.S. Senate race and an election to replace U.S. Congressman Seth Moulton, who decided to run against U.S. Sen. Ed Markey instead of seeking another term in his 6th District seat. But Moulton lost in the Democratic Primary to Markey, who will face Republican candidate John Deaton. Several state constitutional and local offi ces ELECTION | SEE PAGE 2 Established 1978 Mid-grade Regular 3.95 4.60 5.95 $4.91 Full Service ULS $5.499 Order online at angelosoil.com Kerosene Now Available! 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After more than a decade on Beacon Hill, the 9th Essex District representative is asking voters for a 9th term with a simple pitch: “I don’t care what party you’re in. I’ll work with you.” Wong, who represents Saugus, Wakefield, and a part of Lynn, is running against Democrat Peter Meaney. If reelected, he says, he will push to bring more businesses to the district, lower the cost of living, and make Route 1 safer. Wong said what sets him apart from his opponent is that he can back up everything he says with action he has taken. Wong’s campaign manager, Corinne Riley, urged voters who usually choose Democrats to look past the “R” next to his name, saying voters should look at the person, not the party. “I’m a Republican, but I cross the aisle,” said Wong, adding that he has built workState Rep. Donald Wong spoke to a crowd at the Saugus Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 2346 during a surprise celebration for him on Sept. 19. (Photo to The Saugus Advocate by Siena Gleason) ing relationships with both sides during his time in office. He mentioned working with House Republican Leader Bradley Jones and Speaker Ron Mariano, a Democrat. “You can get approval from one, but if you don’t get approval from the other, it makes it harder to work things out,” Wong said. He points to his work on Route 1 as proof. Soon after taking office in 2011, frequent water main breaks on the highway were a pressing issue. When Route 1 was widened in 1937, the water main and sewage pipes stayed in the passing lane instead of moving WONG | SEE PAGE 3 ELECTION | FROM PAGE 1 will be decided. There are also nine ballot questions. But the main political contest to be decided by Saugus voters will be for the 9th Essex District House seat where eight-term incumbent Donald Wong (R-Saugus) faces his first opponent in four elections – Democrat Pete Meaney, who is serving his second term as a Lynn city councilor. The district includes parts of Saugus, Lynn and Wakefield. But the election really runs through Saugus, which constitutes about 60 percent of the vote. The 74-yearold Wong has been unbeatable since defeating five-term Democratic incumbent Mark Falzone by 382 votes in the 2010 election. He won three other elections by wide margins and was reelected four other times without facing an opponent. Please see inside for stories about the Wong-Meaney race and other election coverage. ׉ 0s3://b0MWdtcaIW8_BnOzNEbcTEh_hisUBcNzTzyFEAZu6ug9{`jcZz~D׉ETHE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, OCTObER 30, 2026 Page 3 WONG | FROM PAGE 2 to the breakdown lane, causing them to burst from the vibration of the vehicles. Wong worked with then-Speaker of the House Robert DeLeo, a Democrat, to secure funding from the state that allowed for construction to move the pipes from the passing lane to the breakdown lane. His record has spanned other issues, however. Recently, Wong supported bill H.5631 that would mandate access to cancer screenings for fi refi ghters in Massachusetts, with no out-of-pocket cost. The bill has passed in the House, and Wong, who said he is always looking to support those who are willing to give their life to protect others, hopes it will pass in the Senate within the week. Wong also said he would make sure the WIN Waste Innovations plant and its ash landfi ll abides by federal laws regulating carbon dioxide emissions and continues to pass Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection inspections when considering its future plans. Saugus residents have concerns about the potential relocation of the landfi ll, because it is running out of room. Wong said he is looking at both sides of the issue and wants to give Saugus residents a chance to vote on the future of the landfi ll. Some residents want to see the landfi ll closed, while others want it to remain open to avoid trucking the waste off site. But in 2023, Gov. Maura Healey said that the landfill cannot be expanded because it is located in Rumney Marsh, an area of critical environmental concern. Wong said he will support the landfill as a business as long as they remain in compliance with environmental regulations. Wong said that if the landfi ll is relocated, Saugus residents may feel the impact fi nancially. Residents would have to pay for the waste to be relocated, and may have to pay for a trash fee, which WIN currently covers, Wong said. “WIN, it is a business,” Wong said. “It is a high taxpayer for the town of Saugus.” That business mind also means that bringing international businesses into Saugus is a priority, Wong said. “What I would like Massachusetts to do is be a little more aggressive on bringing businesses in,” Wong said. He plans to off er lower tax rates to companies and manufacturers. The towns could make up the diff erence, Wong said, through the jobs that new businesses bring. More job opportunities matter to constituents who call his offi ce about unemployment. Wong said he has received a high volume of unemployment claims this term, but said he is working with the State House as a liaison to speed up the process of fi ling for unemployment. Wong also wants to build on his work on Route 1, and particularly the “jughandle” in Peabody that lets cars heading north turn around and head south or go to Route 128. He wants the traffi c light on the Northbound side shut down, or at least to be closed during rush hour. It was the site of a fatal crash in May of 2026, and Saugus community members complain about the backups and delays it causes. Wong said if Saugus has enough money, he would like to see a drive-over go up over the “jughandle” while it is being worked on. Closer to home, Wong wants to lower the cost of living for Saugus residents. Specifically, he plans on making it easier for residents to have Family Accessory Dwelling Units. Also known as in-law apartments, these attached units or additions to a home allow, among other things, for living with extended family on the same lot. According to Saugus’s zoning bylaws, family ADU applicants have to prove their relationship to the homeowner and get a special permit from the Zoning Board of Appeals. But Massachusetts law now allows qualifying ADUs without family ties, owner occupancy or a special permit. He said his own experience shaped the idea to amend the bylaws. Before his parents died, he and his siblings took turns staying with them as they aged. “If we had in-law apartments, they could be living with us, and it would drop the cost of taking care of them,” Wong said. “You wouldn’t have to send them to elderly facilities.” This decision would be up to town offi cials, but Wong said he would start by speaking to the town manager about the idea. Wong said he would also consider creating a bill to give tax incentives to residents with ADUs. Wong said he also wants to maintain constant communication with local veteran groups like the American Legion and the VFW, recalling a bill he passed to help a Gold Star family. He acknowledges that Massachusetts has better resources for veterans than most states, but said there’s never enough support for veterans. It’s a hefty list of priorities, but Wong said his work ethic comes from his family business, Kowloon Restaurant, which has been in Saugus for three generations. Wong began his career at Kowloon as a busboy and worked his way up into the kitchen. He started his political career in 2005 when he served as a Saugus Town Meeting member. “Working in a restaurant is customer service,” Wong said. “That’s the same thing in government. We have to remember that we’re working for the people.” This story is part of a partnership between the Saugus Advocate and the Boston University Department of Journalism’s Newsroom program. Lawrence A. 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Music played from a DJ booth as an estimated 400 people gathered over the weekend at Saugus High School for the seventh annual event, where local organizations and sports teams transformed car trunks into Halloween displays. At Meaney’s red, white and blue booth, children received voting tickets to choose their candy of choice from six chocolate options before collecting their treats. While the children cast their votes, the 41-year-old Lynn city councilor and Democratic candidate made his fi nal appeal to the adults for why they should choose him over eightterm Republican incumbent Donald Wong to be the 9th Essex District’s next representative in the State House. With a promise to tackle rising living costs, aff ordability is a central campaign issue for the Meaney camp. “People can’t aff ord to live here,” Meaney said. “People can’t afford to have anyone watch their kids.” Meaney argues that rising housing, utility and childcare costs are driving young professionals and families out of Massachusetts, weakening the state’s economic future. A survey published earlier this year by the Greater Boston Chamber of Commerce found that a quarter of the 20-30-year-olds included in the survey said they plan to leave the Greater Boston area within the next fi ve years. Job availability and rising costs emerged as the top Welcome Home to 588 Lincoln Avenue Offered at $699,900 Home of the Week SAUGUS – 1st AD - AFFORDABLE Two Family! First floor offers 4 rooms, 2 bedrooms, eat-in kitchen, full bath. Second floor offers townhouse style living on two levels featuring 7 rooms, 4 bedrooms, 1 ½ baths, eat-in kitchen, dining room, enclosed second floor porch. 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(Photo to The Saugus Advocate by Aidan DeLange) reasons why, while 60% also considered availability and affordability of childcare to be an important factor. His fi rst legislative priority, if elected, would be expanding access to universal prekindergarten, which would provide publicly funded preschool education for children ages three to fi ve, reducing what working parents have to pay for early education. “We need to give working families some relief,” Meaney said. Rather than building an entirely new program, Meaney wants to expand existing state-supported early education initiatives that would make pre-K available to those communities where access is limited or determined by lottery. He believes revenue from the state’s tax on income above $1 million could help fi - nance the expansion. The issue is personal for Meaney, a father of three, who said his family was quoted $700 a week for childcare for their twins alone. With a third child also needing care, Meaney said the expense led his wife, a nurse educator, to stay home with their children. For campaign treasurer Robyn Bragan-Smith, the problem is familiar. 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Vogler I t was a decade ago that Massachusetts voters approved an election ballot question by a 54 percent margin which allowed the possession, use, distribution and cultivation of limited amounts of marijuana by people age 21 and older. Saugus residents voted against the measure by a 53 percent margin in the 2016 state election. Two years later, the Annual Town Meeting voted unanimously to ban the operation of any marijuana retail establishments in town. Town Meeting members softened their stance on pot establishments in 2022 by passing an amendment to the town’s Zoning Bylaws on a 31-13 vote MEANEY | FROM PAGE 4 before this year, forcing her to pay for her child’s schooling. “I think that’s huge,” she said of expanding access to universal pre-K, which she believes could spare other families the preschool expenses others have faced. Campaign manager Damon Mitchum estimated that statewide expansion of current pre-K to allow for marijuana establishments in town. The Board of Selectmen later issued two special (S-2) permits to companies which allowed them to locate retail marijuana dispensaries in Saugus. One of the companies, Sanctuary Medicinals, was scheduled to host the grand opening of its dispensary today (Friday, Oct. 30). But one of the nine ballot questions that voters in Saugus and across the Commonwealth will consider in next Tuesday’s (Nov. 3) State Election is a proposal (Question 8) to prohibit the sale of adult recreational use marijuana. The proposed law would allow currently licensed adult recreational marijuana businesses to apply to become licensed medical marijuana dispensaries and to sell their availability could take approximately 18 months to two years, accounting for legislative negotiations and budget approval and pending support from other lawmakers. Beyond childcare, Meaney’s campaign is exploring restrictions on housing-pricing algorithms, which analyze rental data based on demand and from competing properties to help landlords determine what remaining inventory of adult recreational marijuana to medical marijuana dispensaries. Proponents of Question 8 say marijuana is now the most common drug found in fatal car accidents in Massachusetts since commercial legalization. They say that for every dollar gained in tax revenue, taxpayers spend $4.50 to mitigate the effects of legalization from societal expenses, including increased healthcare, lost productivity and crime (like DUIs). Opponents argue that repealing the laws that legalize and tax the retail sale of adult recreational use marijuana has financial implications, reducing the amount that state and municipal governments received during the 2025 fiscal year: $280 million in state revenue and $50 they should charge. Mitchum argues that restricting certain pricing algorithms could help curb rising rents, although the campaign has not specified which specific practices it would prohibit. While affordability dominates his statewide agenda, Meaney also faces questions about longstanding concerns closer to home. In Saugus, Route 1 congestion TOWN OF SAUGUS MERCURY RECOVERY PROGRAM Thermometers Thermostats Mercury Switches Elemental Mercury Blood Pressure Units PLEASE BRING THESE PRODUCTS CONTAINING MERCURY TO: HOUSEHOLD HAZARDOUS WASTE DAY SATURDAY, OCTOBER 31, 2026 9:00 am – 12:00 pm (Noon) 25 Dow Street Saugus AD SPONSORED BY million in local revenue. Here is a summary of the other ballot questions that voters will consider next Tuesday: ● QUESTION 1 would make most records held by the state Legislature and the Office of the Governor public records under the state Public Records Law. In 2024, voters approved auditing of the Legislature by a 72 percent margin. But the Legislature continues to fight that vote. There is no organized group opposing this proposal. ● QUESTION 2 will give employees of the Massachusetts Committee for Public Counsel Services the right to organize a union and collectively bargain with their employer. There is no organized group opposing this proposal. ● QUESTION 3 would elimiremains a persistent frustration. “I don’t have a specific plan off the top of my head that would fix that,” Meaney said about the traffic around the jughandle, a loop where drivers can change direction without making a direct left turn across traffic. “That’s a very complex problem.” He pointed to discussions about a traffic study and potentially closing the jughandle, pledging to work on the issue if elected. For seniors on fixed incomes, Meaney supports property tax relief aimed at helping longtime residents remain in their homes despite rising expenses. “We need people to age in their house with dignity,” he said. As a Navy veteran himself, Meaney also wants additional property tax relief for veterans, particularly those with disabilities, though he has not outlined specific legislation. Alongside his policy agenda, Meaney has made government responsiveness a central argument for replacing Wong. He has criticized the lack of access to the incumbent, citing difficulty contacting Wong during a dispute over road repairs on Route 129. Wong has previously disputed Meaney’s account, saying he contacted transportation officials and attempted to reach Meaney. If elected, Meaney said, he would hold office hours twice a month in each of the district’s three communities, totaling six days monthly. At the same nate separate party primaries for state election and require a single primary in which all candidates appear on one ballot, with the top two candidates advancing to the general election. Supporters say this will make elections more competitive. Opponents say this would limit voter choice by allowing the possibility that two candidates in the same party could advance to the general election. ● QUESTION 4 would permit eligible citizens to register to vote or to update their voter registration addresses at their polling places on Election Day. Supporters argue this proposal will provide voters the same opportunity that the rest of New EnNINE QUESTIONS | SEE PAGE 7 time, “You have an issue, call me,” Meaney, who continues to share his personal cellphone number with constituents, said. “You don’t necessarily need office hours.” Wong has also offered district office hours in the past, including monthly sessions announced in 2011, though his current schedule could not be independently confirmed. Campaign finance records from the Massachusetts Office of Campaign and Political Finance suggest that something about Meaney’s message is attractive in his effort to unseat the longtime incumbent. As of earlier this week, Meaney has raised $95,534.84, compared with Wong’s $14,968.28. Still, unseating an established incumbent presents challenges beyond policy disagreements. “The biggest challenge has really been breaking through to a lot of voters,” Mitchum said. Whether the encounters from Saturday’s trunk-or-treat translate into votes remains uncertain. But Meaney said his reason for seeking office has not changed. “I choose to be here because I believe in these causes,” Meaney said. “We need to make Massachusetts more affordable, and we need to make our representatives more responsive.” This story is part of a partnership between the Saugus Advocate and the Boston University Department of Journalism’s Newsroom program. ׉ 0s3://2Lz0JvqVeltLa5SI1JIhXD1UGWTro3APUAyF5Q_aVtE4`jcZz~D׉ETHE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, OCTObER 30, 2026 Page 7 WHERE TO VOTE IN SAUGUS ON ELECTION DAY S augus’ registered voters from the town’s 10 precincts will cast their ballots in next Tuesday’s (Nov. 3) State Election at six diff erent polling locations. The polls will be open from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. that day. If you are a registered voter and don’t NINE QUESTIONS | FROM PAGE 6 gland already has. It would especially help those who move frequently, like young people and renters. Opponents – including Saugus Town Clerk Ellen Schena – say it will jeopardize the integrity, accuracy and security of current elections. They say the proposal will replace advance review with hurried, same-day judgments that could weaken the election process. ● QUESTION 5 would put stricter limits on allowable annual revenue growth available for budgeting. The proposal would reduce the amount of money available to support the state budget, which includes local aid for schools and municipal budgets. Supporters say the proposal ensures that taxpayers know where you can vote, please call the Town Clerk’s Offi ce between today (Friday, Oct. 30) and next Tuesday at 781-231-4101 or 781-231-4102 or drop by Town Hall if you are near Saugus Center and request to see the Street List, which lists all town residents broken down by precincts and according receive refunds when the Commonwealth collects more money than it needs. Opponents say healthcare costs would rise and cities and towns would have to raise property taxes or lay off teachers and fi refi ghters. ● QUESTION 6 would create a Natural Resources Conservation Fund that would receive some state taxes collected on the sale and use of sporting goods and recreational vehicles and the use of golf courses. Voting “Yes” on this proposal would dedicate as much as $100 million a year to protect clean drinking water, reduce pollution in rivers and lakes, conserve forests and natural wildlife habitat and create and improve parks and greenspace for public use. There is no organized group opposing this proposal. to the streets where they live. Here are the current polling locations: Precinct Polling Location 1 and 9: Saugus Middle/High School Complex,1 Pearce Memorial Dr. 2 and 6: Veteran’s Early Learning Center, 39 Hurd Ave. ● QUESTION 7 would allow single-family homes to be built on lots of 5,000 square feet or more in residential areas. Supporters say this would provide more affordable homes for young families and seniors. Opponents say this measure would override local planning by requiring every city and town to allow single-family homes on lots as small as 5,000 square feet regardless of existing neighborhoods, infrastructure or environmental concerns. ● QUESTION 9 would keep in place Massachusetts’ lifesaving 2024 gun safety law, which increases the regulations of fi rearms, including ghost guns, machine guns and assault-style weapons. Supporters say the law is already keeping communities safe. Opponents say a “No” 3 and 5: Saugus Senior Center, 466 Central St. 4 and 8: Belmonte STEAM Academy, 25 Dow St. 7: Knights of Columbus, 57 Appleton St. 10: Italian American Club,1 Beachview Ave. vote on Question 9 repeals an unnecessary reinvention of the state firearms law. Before the Gerry D’Ambrosio Attorney-at-Law Is Your Estate in Order? Do you have an update Will, Health Care Proxy or Power of Attorney? 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The Sachems’ girls soccer team also celebrated a memorable Senior Night win - 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. ES26P3093EA Estate of: ROBERT KING Date of Death: 05/03/2026 CITATION ON PETITION FOR FORMAL ADJUDICATION To all interested persons: A Petition for Formal Adjudication of Intestacy and Appointment of Personal Representative has been filed by Saugus Center 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: Lisa Judkins of Shrewsbury, MA be appointed as Personal Representative(s) of said estate to serve With Personal 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 11/23/2026. 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: October 19, 2026 PAMELA A. CASEY O’BRIEN REGISTER OF PROBATE October 30, 2026 In her first year in cross country, Chloe Orcione is a talented runner with a bright future ahead of her. over Gloucester, while field hockey, cross country, golf and boys soccer continued their late-season schedules. VOLLEYBALL EARNS EMOTIONAL FIRST VICTORY OVER SWAMPSCOTT Seventeen losses. Plenty of frustration. And finally, a victory worth celebrating. The Saugus High School volleyball team delivered its biggest moment of the season Monday, Oct. 26, defeating tournament-bound Swampscott, 3-2, in a five-set thriller that coach Mikayla Niles said represented everything her players had worked toward. Saugus won the opening set, dropped the second, took the third, lost the fourth and finally prevailed, 15-12, in the deciding fifth set. The victory improved the Sachems to 1-17 and avenged a 3-1 loss to Swampscott earlier this season. “It was like, ‘Are we gonna’ get a win?” Niles said. “Are we gonna’ not win anything all year? … Even though it’s like you don’t want to think about it, it is in the back of your head, and it is a weight on your chest. It’s almost like a huge weight is lifted off. You A returning runner from last season, Cole Gosselin has proven that hard work pays off. Cole trimmed off over 10 minutes from his time. can breathe.” For Niles, in her fourth-year coaching varsity volleyball, the win carried additional significance. She said her varsity teams had never beaten Swampscott, a longtime competitive rival. “We went five sets. The sets were all super close, within five points of each other. We won the fifth set, 15-12,” Niles said. The decisive set featured a clutch serving performance from Luis Fung Chen, who helped Saugus overcome a late deficit and reach match point. Swampscott ultimately served the final ball out of bounds, setting off the celebration. Fung Chen also delivered a strong defensive performance throughout the match. Arianna Chianca stepped up in the fourth set and into the fifth, producing timely kills, tips and well-placed shots. Niles praised her court awareness and ability to find openings in Swampscott’s defense. Senior captain Aiyana Cruz also earned praise for battling through an illness that had affected her for two weeks. Cruz played all five sets, demonstrating the determination Niles said characterized the entire roster. Returning this year, Eric Jiang’s consistency shows up and does everything his coaches say without question. He strives on uphill courses and is an absolute pleasure to have around, according to his coaches. William Arinello in action for the Saugus cross country team. A returning eighth grader, his personality and determination is what makes him such a fun studentathlete to coach. The coach knows something about difficult seasons. Her own senior year ended with a 1-19 record, an experience she has shared with her players. Niles said the Sachems continued practicing hard and supporting one another deROUNDUP | SEE PAGE 9 ׉ 0s3://K4YXovLek_ccxkGRv7h2XMn13I3RtnILOedR3g8BfiM5`jcZz~D׉ETHE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, OCTObER 30, 2026 Page 9 State Election 2026: Challenger Meaney outspending state Rep. Donald Wong by more than $200,000 in 9th Essex District House race With the campaign heading By Mark E. Vogler L ynn City Councilor Peter Meaney has outspent state Rep. Donald Wong (R-Saugus) by more than $200,000 in his bid to win the 9th Essex House District seat in next Tuesday’s (Nov. 3) State Election, according to recent documents filed with the state Office of Campaign and Political Finance (OCPF). Meaney, the first opponent Wong has faced in four elections, had spent $250,421.45 through Oct. 21, according to OCPF records. Meanwhile, Wong, who seeks his ninth two-year term at the State House, has spent $16,197.71 on his reelection campaign, the documents show. ROUNDUP | FROM PAGE 8 spite the losses, refusing to let their record define their effort. “It wasn’t a win that was handed to them. It wasn’t a win that was easy. It was a win that they earned,” Niles said. The victory came just before Senior Night against Gloucester on Wednesday, Oct. 28. The program is recognizing four seniors — Cruz, Chianca, Leila Barrozo and Summer Enos — along with senior team maninto its final days, Meaney had $29,844.65 in cash on hand while Wong had $22,617.05 left to spend on his campaign, according to OCPF documents. Meaney said in an interview earlier this year that it’s been the goal of his election committee to spend $200,000 on his campaign – an amount that would be needed to win. Wong has demonstrated over the years that he doesn’t have to spend much money on campaigns to keep getting elected. Recent reports show that Meaney outspent Wong $55,304.18 to $4,441.85 during the month of September. Meaney has raised $196,922.19 in campaign contributions so far this year – $135,655 of it coming from ager Rebecca Jaques. Niles said Jaques, who has supported the team throughout the season, would receive a jersey and an opportunity to participate in the Senior Night match. Saugus closes its regular season Friday, Oct. 30, at Beverly. Niles concluded it’s a season like this that tests character. “It’s your character and your determination that shows the type of person that you are and the type of leader you Lynn. He has received $10,012 from Saugus and $2,295 from Wakefield. Wong has raised $23,612.60 in campaign contributions since the beginning of the year – $5,760.25 of it coming from Saugus. He has received $1,150 from Lynn and $654.10 from Wakefield. In his 2018 reelection campaign, Wong raised $3,875 and spent $25,514.23. Overall, Wong has raised $373,763.12 and spent $314,146.63 on his campaign races since first getting elected to the State House in 2010. Meaney has invested almost as much money on his political races since first running for and getting elected to his Ward 1 seat on the Lynn City Council in 2023. Overall, he has raised $356,665.61 and spent are,” Niles said. “And everyone took that leadership role and showed we’re not done. We’re not quitting. We’re not going to be a team that’s going to get washed this season. We might only put up one win, but we’re going to fight and we’re going to be scrappy and go for the nitty-gritty win. And that’s just the type of character that this team has. The resilience on this team is just … words can’t ROUNDUP | SEE PAGE 11 $318,120.37 on his two City Council election races and this year’s State House campaign. Zosia VanMeter, who lost to Meaney in the Sept. 1 State Primary Election, raised $30,953.53 in campaign contributions and spent $32,302.53 while trying to get elected. Precincts 1, 2, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8 and 9 in Saugus make up the core of the 9th Essex District, which also includes parts of Lynn (Ward 1 Precincts 1 and 2) and Wakefield (Precincts 1, 2, 3 and 7). - 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. ES26P3092EA Estate of: CARLA ANN HORTON Also known as: CARLA A. HORTON Date of Death: 05/27/2026 CITATION ON PETITION FOR FORMAL ADJUDICATION To all interested persons: A Petition for Formal Adjudication of Intestacy and Appointment of Personal Representative has been filed by Edward E. Horton of Danville, NH requesting that the Court enter a formal Decree and Order and for such other relief as requested in the Petition. The Petitioner requests that: Edward E. Horton of Danville, NH 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 11/16/2026. 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. Joana Bocaj always shows up no matter what and leads by example, her coaches say. Joryel Martinez in action for the Saugus cross country team. In his first year running cross country, Martinez has shown up every day and continues to approve every day. WITNESS, Hon. Frances M. Giordano, First Justice of this Court. Date: October 19, 2026 A hard worker, Noah Gosselin has great leadership skills at such a young age, and his times get better every week. PAMELA A. CASEY O’BRIEN REGISTER OF PROBATE October 30, 2026 ׉ 0s3://jutLyTOV8gGhaQbB49ngmgKO0i-yTwwZhfzf-jxArTo3`jcZz~DjcZz~D rבCטUru׉׉ 0s3://yylaxzyX2BiYXqJ_h6Apr2HY9YIvYYrwZ4nUKkG46m8"`'p׉ 0s3://RSxIKCwlux2llFGVRFzdBR32WboCpWdg2DqlsW5bFoU`׉ 0s3://XFxCHMszvWhoJh598xVU8lO2NAP_F_eIkWQJkfJPHgM5T`jdZz~EטUUru׉׉ 0s3://3Ob4h-l6ky-mN_Svg4lcVy2cEcQhebR_LhRN9G1Qaus=I`'p׉ 0s3://F9WZI6AXbfJGio8cCciZs2fkXnJR0-43AwkM-hT0_SMͻ~`׉ 0s3://O9qVF82BM7Jkj47oI6dhxMf0W7f48OnGVcZ88PG9xSw4`jdZz~EנjdZz~E!Pd9ׁHhttp://comcast.netׁ ׁ ЈנjdZz~E Yh9ׁHhttp://tondalecc.orgׁ ׁ Ј׉EPage 10 THE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, OCTObER 30, 2026 The Sounds of Saugus By Mark E. Vogler Good morning, Saugus Happy Halloween to all of our readers who love to dress up in costumes, escort kids on their trick or treat rounds or hand out the candy to the kids who come to the front door. Just be safe out there if you are walking around town tomorrow night (Saturday, Oct. 31). And before you go to bed tomorrow night, don’t forget to turn your clocks back an hour to officially end Daylight Saving Time. You will get an extra hour of sleep. But sunrise and sunset will come an hour earlier. Saugus United Parish Food Pantry The Saugus United Parish Food Pantry will be open today (Friday, Oct. 30) from 9:3011 a.m. at 50 Essex St. in the basement of Cliftondale Congregational Church. The food pantry welcomes all neighbors facing food insecurity on Friday mornings. Volunteers are also welcome. Please call the Food Pantry Office at 781-2332663 or go to the website cliftondalecc.org for details. This week’s “Shout Outs” We didn’t receive any nominations from our readers this week. So, I will go ahead and recognize a lot of Saugus residents, in keeping with the Halloween theme. I offer “Shout Outs” to the Town Hall employees and everyone who dressed up in costume yesterday and handed out candies and treats to kids visiting Town Hall. You helped provide a safe and fun activity to the town’s children. “Shout Outs” are also in order for all the Saugus residents who will stand by their front door tomorrow night to hand out candy to the costumed kids and to those grownups who are accompanying them as they walk the streets trick or treating. 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 BEWARE OF THE PHANTOM FIREMAN! If you find yourself on Hamilton Street, he is ready to hose you down! (Photo courtesy of Laura Eisener) 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. Some pre-election tips The Secretary of the Commonwealth’s Office means well by its mass distribution of “Information For Voters” guide on the 2026 Ballot Questions. But most of the people I talk to say it’s too complicated or too cumbersome to be useful. Few citizens actually take the time to wade through the guide to educate themselves on the ballot questions. Here’s some advice to uncomplicate things and make the guide work for you. Just scan the first 23 pages and tear out the Voter Checklist on page 87. Fill that out as you go through the questions and take it to the polls with you. Don’t bother reading pages 24 through 86 unless you are an attorney or plan on doing a book report on the Nine Questions. The rest is simple. Read the sentences on what a “Yes” or “No” vote means, the statement of fiscal consequences and the arguments in favor or against the question. If you are a serious voter, there’s enough information for each question to make an intelligent and informed decision. Write your selection on the checklist after reading each question. Good luck and happy voting. No Endorsement Letters As has been the custom during local and state elections in recent years, The Saugus Advocate is not running any candidate endorsements. In the past, some candidates got supporters to bombard us with the letters, which are essentially free political ads. We get inundated with these letters during local and state elections. If we were to run every one, there would be no room for news. However, we will post these letters on The Advocate Newspapers Facebook page. Household Hazardous Waste Day tomorrow The town will host a Household Hazardous Waste Day tomorrow (Saturday, Oct. 31) from 9 a.m. to noon at Belmonte STEAM Academy (25 Dow St.). There is no cost to Saugus residents to discard allowed items at the Household Hazardous Waste Day. No appointment or preregistration is required. The following items can be disposed of at this event: Household materials: acids (corrosives), aerosol cans, art supplies, batteries, chemistry set and photography chemicals, fiberglass resins, furniture, floor and metal polishers and strippers, mercury containing devices, moth balls/crystals, oil paint, paint thinners, varnish, stain/shellac (no latex), rug and upholstery cleaners, solvent adhesives, turpentine and paint solvents, wood preservatives, hair dye, nail polish remover, toilet cleaners, brighteners, chlorine bleach, spot removers, spray starch, whiteners, drain and oven cleaners, lawn and garden materials, cesspool cleaners (corrosives), flammable liquids/gasoline, flea and tick powders, fire starters, herbicides and pesticides, no-pest strips, poisons, pool chemicals, propane tanks (empty or up to 20 lbs.); automotive products: antifreeze, batteries, brake fluid, carburetor cleaner, oil (used), radiator flush, solvents and degreasers, tire cleaners, transmission fluid. Latex paint can be dried out and disposed of with your curbside trash. Please contact Scott Brazis at 781-231-4036 with any questions. Saugus Lions Food Drive Nov. 7 The Saugus Lions will hold a “Drive up and drop off” food drive on Saturday, Nov. 7, from 9 a.m. to noon at the Saugus Senior Center (466 Central St.). We will donate all proceeds to the Saugus United Parish Food Pantry, which will be getting Thanksgiving dinners together for families in need. Some items they are requesting: cranberry sauce, boxed mashed potatoes, boxed stuffing, canned corn or green beans, cream of mushroom soup. If you aren’t available to drop off, we are accepting donations through the Lions venmo account, where even a $15 donation may get 15 cans of vegetables or several boxes of stuffing or toward much-needed grocery gift cards. You make the donation and we will do the shopping! Venmo to: Saugus-Lions MA. Please put “Food drive” in the memo. Elks plan Alcohol and Drug Recovery presentation Nov. 9 The Saugus-Everett Elks Drug Awareness Committee is sponsoring an Alcohol and Drug Recovery presentation from 10 to 11 a.m. on Monday, Nov. 9, at the Saugus Senior Center (466 Central St. in Saugus). This hour-long presentation is free and it will be presented by Sober Shuttle Inc., explaining the benefits offered to recovering individuals. If you or someone you know would like to know more about these services, you should not miss this informative event. Services provided are cost-free transportation into treatment, recovery coach services, placement assistance, food assistance, clothing assistance, community engagement and much more. Light refreshments will be served. Call the Saugus Senior Center at 781-231-4178 to attend; walk-ins are also welcome. Veterans Day Ceremonies Nov. 11 The Saugus Veterans Council will hold the Veterans Day Ceremony on Wednesday, Nov. 11, which will begin promptly at 11 a.m. Please come and show our Veterans that we appreciate their service, and this is the day to say thank you. It will be held at Saugus Veterans Park at the corner of Central and Winter Streets. Slime Night at the Library on Monday Ready to get yucky? Next SOUNDS | SEE PAGE 13 ׉ 0s3://XFxCHMszvWhoJh598xVU8lO2NAP_F_eIkWQJkfJPHgM5T`jcZz~D׉E THE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, OCTObER 30, 2026 Page 11 ROUNDUP | FROM PAGE 9 describe.” GIRLS SOCCER BLANKS GLOUCESTER, 3-0, IN HOME FINALE Saugus girls soccer gave its eight seniors a memorable home farewell Monday, Oct. 26, shutting out Gloucester, 3-0. Junior Alannah Duong opened the scoring in the first half before senior captain Maria Garcia took over after halftime. Garcia, normally positioned on defense, pushed forward and scored twice to secure the victory. The result improved Saugus to 2-14-2 and marked a significant improvement from its earlier 2-2 tie against Gloucester. Deminski, Meri Mogauro, Andrea Montenegro and Silene Pires Oliveira for their contributions to the program. Against undefeated Gloucester, Saugus played with only 11 available players because of injuries and illness, falling 4-0 despite a determined effort. Deminski made another 18 saves, bringing her season total to 160. Saugus coach Julie ChampiPictured left to right, Saugus golfers Trey Riley, Coach Dan Bertrand and John Morello at the Northeastern Conference Open. Coach April Martinez praised all eight seniors for their contributions to the victory and their commitment throughout a challenging season. The graduating players are Lauren Mudafort, Tania Pineros, Ava Lacasse, Ava Chaisson, - LEGAL NOTICE - COMMONWEALTH OF MASSACHUSETTS THE TRIAL COURT PROBATE AND FAMILY COURT Essex County Division Docket No. ES26P2989EA Estate of: DAVID DARDZINSKI Date of Death: AUGUST 30, 2026 INFORMAL PROBATE PUBLICATION NOTICE To all persons interested in the above captioned estate, by Petition of Petitioner Nancy P. Flanagan of East Longmeadow, MA The estate is being administered under informal procedure by the Personal Representative under the Massachusetts Uniform Probate Code without supervision by the Court. Inventory and accounts are not required to be filed with the Court, but interested parties are entitled to notice regarding the administration from the Personal Representative and can petition the Court in any matter relating to the estate, including distribution of assets and expenses of administration. Interested parties are entitled to petition the Court to institute formal proceedings and to obtain orders terminating or restricting the powers of Personal Representatives appointed under informal procedure. A copy of the Petition and Will, if any, can be obtained from the Petitioner. October 30, 2026 Lindsay Mishol and captains Amanda Rezendes, Sydney Deleidi and Garcia. Martinez said the seniors continued working hard and maintaining positive attitudes even when results did not go their way. “Most importantly, they represented themselves, their team, and their school with class every step of the way,” Martinez said. Saugus was scheduled to conclude its season Wednesday, Oct. 28, at Marblehead. FIELD HOCKEY’S DEMINSKI REACHES 160 SAVES Saugus field hockey faced three difficult Northeastern Conference opponents, but senior goalkeeper Jordyn Ripley Deminski continued to distinguish herself with outstanding performances. Deminski recorded 18 saves in a 6-2 Senior Night loss to Danvers on Oct. 20, followed by 13 saves in a 2-0 setback against Swampscott on Oct. 22. Against Danvers, Teaghan Arsenault scored an unassisted goal and assisted on Angelina Dow’s goal off a corner. The Sachems also recognized seniors Sydney Ferreira, gny praised the five-year goalkeeper for her development, communication and leadership, noting that her ability to organize the defense has become as valuable as her shot-stopping skills. Viona Chantha also earned recognition for her defensive work against Gloucester, breaking up several offensive rushes. Despite the losses, the Sachems demonstrated resilience against strong competition while dealing with a depleted lineup. Cross country prepares for NEC championship meet ROUNDUP | SEE PAGE 12 - 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. ES26P3115EA Estate of: DAMIAN M. DRELLA Date of Death: 08/19/2026 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 Christian M. Drella 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: Christian M. Drella 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 11/23/2026. 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. 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