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Please see inside for the story and more photos. (Saugus Advocate photo by Mark E. Vogler) augus athletes and other people who engage in physical fi tness activities may soon have another option for relief and recovery from injuries. At last week’s meeting (Nov. 12), selectmen voted unanimously to issue a Special Permit to the owners of Plunge Boston Wellness & Recovery Studio for cold plunge, sauna, red light, normatec compression & body work physical therapy. The studio is expected to open by Jan. 1 at 880 Broadway Suite M (on Route 1 North). Selectmen reacted favorably to the presentation by owners Adam Dion of Chelsea and Illya Gluskin of North Reading. “I’ve had 31 orthopedic surgeries, so I’m actually looking forward to see if maybe you can help me when nobody else has,” Selectman Anthony Cogliano said at last week’s hearing. “Sounds like a great concept,” he said. Board of Selectmen Vice Chair Jeff rey Cicolini called the opening of Plunge Boston Wellness & Recovery “a huge addition to the town.” “This is the way things are shifting in health and recovery,” Cicolini said. “I think this is great for us to get ahead of the curb. Nice to show we’re forward-thinking,” he said. Board of Selectmen Chair Debra Panetta said she was impressed by what she researched about the company on its website. “Typically, you have to go to multiple diff erent places for that therapy,” Panetta said. “It does sound like a lot of people will benefi t,” she said. Panetta said Plunge Boston needed the S-2 permit because the business is “someHUGE ADDITION | SEE PAGE 2 Mid-grade Regular $3.57 2.83 37 29 Over 45 Years of Excellence! 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This inclusive and family-friendly event will celeHUGE ADDITION | FROM PAGE 1 thing different” at the existing location. “We’re excited about this brate Saugus’ cultural diversity through the showcase of food, performances, and other activities. The Cultural Council is looking for: · Performers: Musicians, dancers, poets, actors, and artists of all kinds are invited to showcase their talents on location, which was previously a gym, making it a smooth transition into our studio layout,” owners Adam Dion of Chelsea and Ilya Gluskin of North Reading wrote in their letter earLawrence A. 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The hours of operation will be 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. on weekdays and 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. on weekends. “Our mission is to offer Saugus a wellness-focused studio that enhances recovery, injury prevention and promotes overall wellness without reliance on traditional pain management methods that may carry harmful side effects,” the owner said in their stateA NEW WELLNESS AND RECOVERY STUDIO: Illya Gluskin and Adam Dion, owners of Plunge Boston Wellness & Recovery Studio, stand in front of the entrance of 880 Broadway, Suite M. Selectmen issued a Special Permit that allows them to open at the site of a former gym. (Courtesy photo to The Saugus Advocate) ment to selectmen. “We believe our integrated approach will be a valuable resource for the community, including local athletes of all ages seeking holistic solutions,” they said. “Plunge Boston will fill a crucial gap in the wellness market by providing an integrated approach, combining physical therapy with cutting-edge treatments like cold plunge therapy and sauna sessions, all in one facility.” Ilya Gluskin, a seasoned physical therapist with a doctorate in Physical Therapy, has run Fitzgerald Physical Therapy locations in Melrose and Wilmington. Adam Dion is a Massachusetts native and decorated disabled Army veteran. He has developed business expertise from his work at firms like Deloitte and PWC. event coordination, and more. This is a great opportunity to share new experiences with the community. To apply or to learn more information, please contact us at: • Email: saugusculturalcouncil@gmail.com • Phone: 339-440-1017 Don’t miss out on being part of this exciting celebration in our Town! We can’t wait to see you there! Deadline for applications: January 19, 2025. Please reach out if you have any questions. Tori Darnell, Co-chair of the Saugus Cultural Council ׉ 7cassandra://HUATdrAo_-Mul3yIKL9LvlrowkDNJywSotw9rnhj4ho6>`gF(';Da׉ETHE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – WEDnESDAy, nOVEmbEr 27, 2024 Page 3 Counting your blessings in Saugus Selectmen and School Committee members share their reflections on what they and town residents should be thankful for this Thanksgiving By Mark E. Vogler W ith Saugus and the rest of the nation set to celebrate Thanksgiving Day tomorrow (Thursday, Nov. 24), we reached out to members of the Board of Selectmen and the School Committee to share some holiday reflections. We asked each of them these questions: As you look back on this year as a public official, what do you think the residents of Saugus should be most thankful for? On a personal note, what are you most grateful for? What are the blessings you are counting this Thanksgiving? Here’s what they had to say: Selectman Jeffrey Cicolini As I look back on this year as a public official, I don’t want to speak for our residents but I can say, as a lifelong resident of our town, I am thankful to live in such a wonderful community. A community filled with folks that always puts their political differences aside to come together to assist those in need who are less fortunate. In addition to being a financially stable community with so many amenities for our residents to enjoy, Saugus is a community filled with people who are passionate in their beliefs and opinions; however, those same people are the first ones to jump in to help others in their time of need. That truly is special. I love our town and everything it has to offer to those who live in it. I wish everyone a happy and healthy Thanksgiving with their families and friends. God bless! I personally am most grateful to have an amazing wife and two incredible children by my side. They are truly a blessing, one which I do not take for granted. I am also very fortunate to have many family and friends who are like family in my life. I look forward to spending time with them over the holidays! Selectman Corinne Riley There are many safety issues that have been addressed, such as sidewalks, pedestrian crossing lights, regular police patrols on the bike path, and security cameras in Cliftondale. There is always more to do, but it has been a great start by the administration. The residents should also be thankful for the Town’s continued support of our Veterans. Between the Veterans organizations, Town Meeting, elected officials, the Manager’s administration and the community as a whole, much has been done to let our Veterans know how much they mean to us, including the Memorial Day Parade, improvements to the American Legion building, Wreaths across America, and improvements to Veterans Park. I am so grateful for my husband, my children and grandchildren and my friends who are like family. I’m grateful that my family and close friends are always there if and when I need them. I count my blessings every day, not just at Thanksgiving. Health is the most important thing there is, and I’ve been fortunate to have needed health concerns addressed and have had the best possible outcome. I know many are not so fortunate. I also count my blessings everyday to be in a home with heat, food and most importantly, love. Happy Thanksgiving to everyone! Selectman Michael Serino Looking back over the years, 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 I think the residents of Saugus should be most thankful for the continued support of our residents who care and have pride in our community by volunteering their time to the residents of our entire community. Saugus pride remains as strong as it was decades ago. On a personal note, I am grateful for all our volunteers who keep Saugus, Saugus. Thanksgiving is my favorite holiday. On this Thanksgiving, I am so blessed to be happy, healthy and able to enjoy a nice meal with family and good friends. From my family to your family, I wish you all a safe and happy Thanksgiving holiday. School Committee Member Thomas Whittredge As a resident and taxpayer, I am thankful that our Town is in a great financial position thanks to the hard work of our Town Manager, Board of Selectmen and Finance Committee. While towns and cities around us continue to have layoffs and are cutting public budgets, Saugus continues to maintain fully staffed or working towards fully staffed departments and continue to make vast improvements throughout the town. On a personal level, life can be devastating at times but I am most thankful that life gave me and my children a second chance at happiness. Some people will go through their whole life never finding that one true love. I was lucky enough to find it twice in my lifetime. It’s easy to look around and find things to complain about, but there are so many more things to be thankful for. Happy Thanksgiving to all my family and friends! 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(Courtesy Photo to The Saugus Advocate) continues working with other retired Saugus fi refi ghters and active members he calls “Santa’s Elves” in helping to spread a little Christmas cheer to some needy families this time of year. He and his wife Carole have been married for 65 years. And he credits her for being an asset to the holiday mission he’s been running for more than three decades. Monogram D4 Double siding Harvey Vinyl 66 Replacement Windows Custom Aluminum Trim work Windows & Doors Top quality Vinyl Siding! •Vinyl Siding •Carpentry Work •Decks •Roofing •Free Estimates •Replacement Windows •Fully Licensed •Fully Insured ׉ 7cassandra://7WBoyP1mDNlN3aq7W6V8QZaQCTJ5ypHc-E6yq_zqRjI;`gF(';Da׉ETHE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – WEDnESDAy, nOVEmbEr 27, 2024 Page 5 Thanksgiving Heroes more than 40 volunteers gathered at the Saugus United Parish Food Pantry on Saturday to help distribute Thanksgiving meals to needy families By Mark E. Vogler H er fi rst experience of helping needy families carry a Thanksgiving Day meal to their cars left a deep impression on 15-yearold Rose Means last Saturday. “I will remember people being happy when they see all the food they were going to get,” the Saugus High School 10th-grader said of the frequent smiles she observed on people’s faces as they walked out the basement of First Congregational Church. “You could see that a lot of people were touched by the kindness they received. My grandmother has been wanting me to come and help. Finally, I did and I’m happy that I got to help out,” she said. “If I were here to get food, I would be so grateful to see the number of people who came here to help out.” Rose was one of more than 40 volunteers who gave up most of their Saturday morning to participate in the Saugus United Parish Food Pantry’s Annual Thanksgiving food drive. 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