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Vogler) TE E Vol. 27, No.37 -FREE- www.advocatenews.net Published Every Friday 781-233-4446 Friday, September 12, 2025 A FOUNDERS DAY DELIGHT Last call for Candidates Town Hall will remain open until 5 p.m. today, giving candidates their fi nal chance to obtain nomination papers; School Committee Chair Vincent Serino eyes a seat on the board of Selectmen in Nov. 4 town election By Mark E. Vogler or those residents aspiring for public office in the Nov. 4 town election who haven’t made it public yet, today (Friday, Sept. 12) is their last chance to obtain nomination papers from the Town Clerk’s Offi ce. Town Hall normally closes at noon on Fridays. But Town Clerk Ellen Schena said her offi ce will remain open until 5 p.m. to accommodate those people who have been procrastinating on the fi rst step to becoming potential candidates. Then, they have until 5 p.m. next Tuesday (Sept. 16) to submit their nomination papers to the Board of Registrars for the certifi cation of signatures. Among the latest candidates to pull nomination papers is School Committee Chair Vincent Serino, who plans to run for a seat on the Board of Selectmen. “I think I’ve done a lot with the School Committee,” said Serino, who is fi nishing up his second consecutive two-year term. “I got a lot of people asking LAST CALL | SEE PAGE 2 Mid-grade Regular 2.97 3.37 3.47 $3.57 Over 47 Years of Excellence! 1978 - 2025 ULS Full Service $2.99 Order online at angelosoil.com FLEET CARD Check Out Our LOW PRICES! ׉ 7cassandra://PcCC772JQFpytvy72iXb4TPRbBb5W6v8B-xpcsfnf-E=`hBb DhBb D rבCטUru׉׉ 7cassandra://NlF_HX6iATa7x7TPpWMVRt3G5bi-vpYEel6JeX986n8`'p׉ 7cassandra://AdDopvjHYI26K1mjFwp9lZCNfHnZ1wZX2TZunVeexV8͸`׉ 7cassandra://t2HnlPnOGjEPzwXBSAtL-jCa6DSODAANcegxwndDlhI5]`hDb EטUUru׉׉ 7cassandra://X20rH2bP_ZIQaSMdbgF39VrcTFJoY4zP9Pqsvy0W_zU7`'p׉ 7cassandra://imdgGGNGNuK6zjqsznUPN_mV1rCSwEvguXpuxHY1UkAͱ`׉ 7cassandra://G2k02EQf8t1Y00pSj2eHhmoxCZBC48rv2OGwrvd1vjI4n`hEb EנhEb E/U 9ׁHhttp://www.tndinc.orgׁ ׁ ЈנhEb E M 9ׁHhttp://www.tndinc.orgׁ ׁ ЈנhEb E9ׁHmailto:voice4saugus@gmail.comׁ ׁ Ј׉E Page 2 THE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FriDAy, SEpTEmbEr 12, 2025 LAST CALL | FROM PAGE 1 me to run. At the end of the day, you have to ask yourself whether you can make a difference. I get a little frustrated with the infighting in town. But I think I can make a difference. And I’m looking forward to the new challenge,” he said. Serino, 58, is a lifelong Saugus resident. With his wife, Julie, they have raised four children – all who attended Saugus Public Schools and graduated from Saugus High School and went on to receive college degrees. “I’m a fourth generation Saugonian who grew up in East Saugus on Serino Way, and I care a lot about the town,” Serino said in a telephone interview this week. “I know it’s going to be a chalwith decisions to make the town better. Hopefully, people think I’m the right person for the job,” he said. Serino topped the field of seven candidates in the 2023 School Committee race, drawing 2,482 votes – beating Thomas R. Whittredge by just 20 votes. Whittredge, the top vote-getter in the 2019 and 2021 School Committee races, beat Serino by 69 votes in the 2021 town election. But Whittredge resigned from the committee in early 2022 to spend more time with his children after he had lost his wife to cancer. As the second highest vote-getter who was vice chair at the time, Serino wound up serving the final 18 months as School Committee chair during the 2021-23 term. In an interview this week, lenge. But, I think I can help out Whittredge said he hadn’t deLawrence A. Simeone Jr. Attorney-at-Law ~ Since 1989 ~ * Corporate Litigation * Criminal/Civil * MCAD * Zoning/Land Court * Wetlands Litigation * Workmen’s Compensation * Landlord/Tenant Litigation * Real Estate Law * Construction Litigation * Tax Lien * Personal Injury * Bankruptcy * Wrongful Death * Zoning/Permitting Litigation 300 Broadway, Suite 1, Revere * 781-286-1560 lsimeonejr@simeonelaw.net cided whether to run for reelection on the School Committee. “I’m still not sure,” Whittredge told The Saugus Advocate on Tuesday. “It’s extremely frustrating to have cuts every year because of contractual obligations. It directly affects the kids and families of the district, including my own,” he said. Meanwhile, Stephanie Mastrocola was the only incumbent School Committee member to pull nomination papers in pursuit of being reelected to a second two-year term. She was the third-place finisher in the 2023 election, receiving 2,232 votes. Incumbent School Committee members Ryan P. Fisher and John S. Hatch had not obtained nomination papers by deadline of this week’s Saugus Advocate. They have until this afternoon to decide whether they want to run for another term. So far, there are seven candidates who have obtained nomination papers for the School Committee. They are incumbent member Mastrocola, former School Committee members Arthur Grabowski and Joseph “Dennis” Gould and challengers Roberto F. Bruzzese, Brian Joseph Doherty, Andrew T. Finn and Shannon McCarthy. Former School Committee Chair Serino is the ninth candidate to pull nomination papers for the Board of Selectmen. Four of the five incumbent Board LOOKING FOR A NEW CHALLENGE: With the end of his second consecutive two-year term on the Saugus School Committee ending in November, Committee Chair Vincent Serino seeks one of the five seats on the Board of Selectmen. Serino is shown here addressing Saugus High School graduates at the school’s commencement exercises in June. (Saugus Advocate file photo by Mark E. Vogler) members – Board Chair Debra Panetta, Vice Board Chair Jeffrey Cicolini (he took out papers last week) and selectmen Anthony Cogliano and Michael Serino (Vincent Serino’s second cousin) – are seeking reelection. Selectman Corinne Riley said earlier this year that she will not seek a fourth two-year term. Former Selectman Jennifer Elaine D’Eon is among the five challenges. Also running for selectman are Precinct 1 Town Meeting Member Stacey Marie Herman-Dorant, Precinct 7 Town Meeting Member Frank V. Federico and former Selectman candidate Sandro Pansini Souza, who finished last in the seven-candidate race two years ago. Incumbent Housing Authority Member Bill Stewart – who beat out two challengers to keep his seat four years ago – must again run in at least a three-candidate race to keep his seat. Precinct 8 Town Meeting Member Kristi Talagan, who ran for the Housing Authority four years ago and lost, pulled papers to run for a seat on the Housing Authority again. Precinct 7 Town Meeting Member John Chipouras is also challenging Stewart. In addition to the races for the Board of Selectmen, the School Committee and the Housing Authority, there are 50 seats to be decided for two-year terms on Town Meeting – five seats for each of the town’s 10 precincts. Ten certified signatures of registered town voters are required for candidates seeking a seat on Town Meeting. Candidates for the Board of Selectmen, School Committee and Housing Authority must obtain 50 certified signatures of registered voters to qualify for a spot on the election ballot. ׉ 7cassandra://t2HnlPnOGjEPzwXBSAtL-jCa6DSODAANcegxwndDlhI5]`hBb D׉ETHE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FriDAy, SEpTEmbEr 12, 2025 Page 3 ~ political Announcement ~ Shannon McCarthy announces candidacy for School Committee M y name is Shannon McCarthy and I am excited to announce my candidacy for the Saugus School Committee. For the past ten years, I have proudly called Saugus home, raising my two young children, ages 5 and 3, alongside my husband, who has dedicated over 15 years to public education. Over the last three years, through the strong community connections I’ve built at the entry point to Saugus Public Schools, I’ve seen fi rsthand the need for greater focus, transparency, and connectivity to address the challenges Saugus parents face every day. Professionally, I bring over 15 years of experience in working with diverse teams, with the last eight spent at L’Oréal USA, where I’ve led corporate teams across multiple functions. My work has centered on driving results, breaking down silos, and building growth and success through collaboration. My desire to run is simple: I am raising children in this community, and I care deeply about the needs of the families who live here — past, present, and future. I believe we already have the tools needed to make Saugus the best place to live and raise a family; we just need to use them in the right way. As Saugus continues to grow and face complex challenges, we need all hands on deck to understand and address both the immediate and long-term needs of our schools and our town. I am eager to listen, learn and work with our community to ensure a bright future for every Saugus student. With humility and gratitude, I respectfully ask for your support and your vote this November as we work together to build the very best future for Saugus. Thank you Shannon McCarthy for Saugus School Committee Voices for Saugus Advocating for a stronger, more united Saugus voice4saugus@gmail.com Saugus Convenience Store faces 30-day suspension for tobacco violations By Mark E. Vogler T he 7-Eleven at 386 Lincoln Ave. faces a 30day suspension of its license to sell tobacco products in addition to a fi ne of up to $5,000 for violating Board of Health regulations – again. At Monday’s meeting, Director of Public Health John R. Fralick III told board members that the store had committed its third infraction within a 36-month period. “I did talk to the owner multiple times about the infractions,” Fralick said. “It’s happened so many times, we need to dive deeper into the operation,” he said. The latest violations stem from a July 29 compliance check by the North Shore/ Cape Ann Tobacco Policy Program. The board voted to schedule a suspension hearing for its next meeting, set for Oct. 6 at 6:30 p.m. in the Community Room at the Saugus Public Library. Joyce Redford of the tobacco policy program is expected to attend the meeting and brief the board on the history of violations involving the 7-Eleven on Lincoln Ave. – the primary violations being selling to minors. “They’ve been the most signifi cant contributor to these types of violations in my tenure here,” Fralick said after the meeting. Gateway Newstands, at 1201 Broadway, also has a hearing scheduled for Oct. 6 after being cited for its second violation during a 36-month period. It faces a possible seven-day suspension and a fi ne of up to $2,000. Alltown Saugus Mobil at 1123 Broadway (the Square One Mall) was cited for its fi rst violation in a 30-day period and has already paid its $1,000 fi ne, according to Fralick. 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I also served on the School Committee through the challenging times of the COVID Pandemic and was part of the team that introduced and funded the new curriculum in our four schools which is starting to pay dividends in students’ scoring and preparing them for life after Saugus District schooling. I am a strong supporter of Saugus Sachems arts, band, chorus and athletics. I believe these extra-curricular, organized programs, teach our students teamwork, leadership, problem solving, discipline and social skills that better prepares them for life after High School, regardless if graduates pursue crafts, workforce, college or the Military. You have probably seen me at band, chorus, drama or sporting events because I go to as many as I can to support our students. If you see me, feel free to come up and speak with me about any School District questions or question me on how I stand on any subject concerning our district. I respectively request you consider giving me one of your votes for School Committee, and I promise I will give it my all to assure our students and teachers have the resources they need to reach their full educational potential. Thank You Dennis Gould for Saugus School Committee 6172574847 E mail jdgould1969@aol. com Monogram D4 Double siding ׉ 7cassandra://hE-iMzkJj0uNNTUr2b5_UoCkDy3wON7JqKQrPqFc_FA:``hBb D׉E :THE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FriDAy, SEpTEmbEr 12, 2025 Page 5 A parent’s petition for safety’s sake A The father of a fi fth grader is calling on Saugus school offi cials to change the school bus transportation policy PETITION | SEE PAGE 9 By Mark E. Vogler lfonso Ceciliano has organized a petition drive through the social media site Change.org in an eff ort to infl uence Saugus Public Schools offi cials to revise its school bus transportation policy. More than 70 people had signed the online petition by the deadline for this week’s edition of The Saugus Advocate. In addition, Ceciliano’s Letterto-the-Editor published in last week’s newspaper drew 28 hits – most of them favorable – on the Advocate Newspapers’ Facebook site. Ceciliano launched the campaign on behalf of his son Elias, “a bright fi fth grader at Belmonte STEAM Academy,” but said he was also taking a public stand for all the children of Saugus who currently don’t qualify to ride on the school bus. “We live 1.6 miles from the school, and because we fall just under the 2-mile eligibility threshold, he has been denied access to school transportation,” Ceciliano wrote in his petition. “As a family that currently faces fi nancial hardships, we cannot aff ord private transportation, leaving Elias’s education and safety in jeopardy,” Ceciliano continued. “Elias’s predicament is not an isolated case. 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She was able to get through Monday at the offi ce, but she knew she had to make a presentation to her new boss on Tuesday, September 11, at 9 a.m., and she did not look forward to it. Fleeting thoughts went through her mind on the 10th, and she wondered how on earth could she get out of that assignment – something she always dreaded anyway – sick or not. Coming down with fl u-like symptoms did not help her outlook on life, but she could not seem to fi nd a way to get out of it. Evangeline rose early Tuesday morning, still experiencing cold-like symptoms, and just getting dressed for the day took some effort. 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Vendors at booths will sell handmade crafts, jewelry, clothing and various items. Local civic groups will share important information about what they do and how residents can get involved. The Saugus Police Department, Saugus Fire Department, Saugus Health Department and representatives from numerous organizations and businesses will also be on hand for Founders Day. The Founders Day entertainment schedule for the stage in front of Saugus Town Hall will be as follows: • 9 a.m.: Flag Raising/Opening ers • 9-10:30 a.m.: Memory Lan• 10:30-11 a.m.: Tiger Institute Tae Kwon Do • 11 a.m. to noon: Theatre Company of Saugus • Noon to 1 p.m.: Saugus Persons of the Year 2025 • 1:15-2:45 p.m.: TBD • Throughout the Day: DJ LAST YEAR’S FOUNDERS DAY HEROES: Mary Dunlop and William Boomhower displayed their “Person of the Year” Awards at the 43rd Annual Saugus Founders Day celebration. At noon tomorrow, Saturday, Sept. 13, the town will honor the 2025 recipients. (Saugus Advocate file photo by Mark E. Vogler) Visitors can scoop up meals and tasty treats from 10 different food booths that will be run by Saugus school groups and youth organizations. Proceeds from food purchases will help to support student activities throughout the REFLECTIONS | FROM PAGE 6 on purpose to justify making that call? No right answer appeared, so quite reluctantly she boarded the E-train from the west 4th Street station in Greenwich Village to the World Trade Center stop, which was the end of the line, dropping off riders right beneath the World Trade Center Complex. As she left the train, she checked her watch – 8:40 a.m. Still not feeling quite herself, she thought that maybe, even though she might be running the risk of being late for her new boss, maybe she could take a short detour and pick up a “Smoothie,” her favorite drink. She had the feeling that it was going to be a bad day anyway so maybe a few sips would lift her spirits. After all, she reasoned, how exciting can discussing the “Technical Analysis of the Stock Market” be, especially with her feeling so not herself. After another glance at her watch, which read 8:48 a.m., she made the choice of walking to the store to pick up a strawberry banana Smoothie. She knew she was running the risk of being late but she justified it in her mind: that was her style anyway – being late for almost everything in her life. What was the big deal anyway, she pondered – a few minutes here or there? Those arguments were racing through her mind all during those few, brief but important minutes. She did start to hasten her steps as she headed for the concourse level just under the building while pulling out her frequent Smoothie Card and the exact change. school year. Families will have a blast checking out the fun student-run booths that will feature games such as a dunk tank, fast pitch, pie-in-theface, and more, as well as many raffles and giveaways. “What are you ordering?” asked the waitress. EvangeREFLECTIONS | SEE PAGE 8 Scott Elias will provide music and sound Town Manager Crabtree thanked all of the town employees and volunteers whose contributions make Founders Day such a big success, including those from the Youth & Recreation Department, Police Department, Fire Department, Department of Public Works, Building Maintenance, Health Department, and the Solid Waste/Recycling Department. “Founder’s Day is a cherished tradition that brings together current and former Saugus residents year after year,” said Town Manager Crabtree. “It’s a highlight of our community calendar, and I’m looking forward to a big turnout for this must-attend event that helps make Saugus such a special place to call home.” St. Anthony’s Flea Market 250 Revere St., Revere, Lower Hall Birthday Month - FREE Admission! SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 13 Indoor Flea Market from 8:00 AM - 2:00 PM Hope to See You All There! Free Coffee & Tea! 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AICPA Personal Financial Specialist Designee ׉ 7cassandra://DP9qG977vp_D9xEaQE3KdrjSb6hdfFOme8m2sS-Ni0Q9h`hBb DhBb D rבCטUru׉׉ 7cassandra://0kXi7qlVe5TLM0uDLKoFm9DGau8qG_sl6UrJ_beV59w `'p׉ 7cassandra://7mpbMMgwr1eYcKOsaFeBHC3OAtXg-aLMiqNq9cxuyJsC`׉ 7cassandra://XiwI_p8iqyDj8J1LhdGzHarQWBazjwjv17xRMSiaQuQ4`hGb E*טUUru׉׉ 7cassandra://usBQmMHXPR8605yPFOD_oaVV5lnd2QBqwjqhQJg4IWIa`'p׉ 7cassandra://1e9z09oewgmBloYiycpzd4uAoH-yi9cp_aao7tT9SMQͺ`׉ 7cassandra://IJ_FCqXipjAuj_qd_FGDe6uDDAyv0GFhx92Vthty8SY2`hGb E+נhGb E/ {9ׁHhttp://www.winwastesaugus.comׁ ׁ ЈנhGb E-]9ׁHhttp://waste.comׁ ׁ Ј׉ExPage 8 THE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FriDAy, SEpTEmbEr 12, 2025 Shred-It Town Event Tomorrow residents can dispose of sensitive documents in an environmentally sound way for free behind DpW By Nivia Wilson S augus residents can protect the environment and guard against identity theft by disposing of sensitive personal documents at the town’s annual Shred-It event Saturday from 9 a.m. to noon behind the Department of Public Works, 515 Main St. The program is free. “It’s very popular and successful,” said Precinct 5 Town Meeting Member Pam Goodwin, co-secretary of Saugus Action Volunteers for the Environment. “This shredding event really opens up the opportunity for people to get rid of the papers that pile up.” More than 1.1 million Americans were victims of identity theft in 2024, according to the Federal Trade Commission. Saugus’s Shred-It event, and similar outreach programs around Boston, are designed to help residents protect their personal information. Dana Valeri, general manager of Woburn-based Highland Shredding, said Saugus residents will empty their sensitive documents into rolling containers and be able to watch as a mechanical arm tips the load into a hopper REFLECTIONS | FROM PAGE 7 line was a regular there and knew that this waitress made the best Smoothies in all New York. Her order was taken, the Smoothie was made, but still concerned, she checked her watch again – it was 8:49 a.m. In her own words: “Something made me look up and when I did there were people running in all different directions like almost in circles. Someone in the line next to me asked what was going on. Another customer said that something big was happening and wondered if we should run. The waitress shut the machine off, jumped over the counter, and ran. Then I heard the sounds – sounds like the crackling of bombs or machine guns. No one knew what was happening so I decided to run to the nearby exit. None of us knew what was happening. One woman near me exclaimed she thought a bomb was on the other side of the building and she started running in another direction because all we could now see was debris falling from the sky through the store windows. It was then I realized I had to get out. I began running toward the exit sign but others were running toward me so I ran as fast as I could to dodge them. Those running in the opposite direction of the exit must have thought it was safer on the other side because of all the debris falling down on the street. I just tried to make it to the exit. A revolving door, something I was always petrified of, stood in my way but I managed to get through it and finally make it to the outside. Within a few split seconds I found myself on Vessey and Church Streets – the most northern corner of the World Trade Center. There were people everywhere, some hurt by the falling debris, some cut from the panes of glass dropping on them, and ambulances on the street trying to help the injured. None of us knew what had happened but I knew what was taking place was history making so I went into a store and purchased a camera. Stepping out from the store, I looked up and saw people standing in front of the blownout windows of the Tower. I did not know what floor they were on, but it was very high up. They were just trying to hold on as long as they could, hoping that someone would come and rescue them but they had no place to go and I witnessed dozens of them, some hand in for shredding. “After a shred event, we could recycle up to two tons of shredded paper,” said Valeri. “On average, we recycle 80 tons of paper each month … the equivalent of saving 16,320 trees from being processed for new product.” Most paper products – printed documents, file folders, notebooks, checkbooks and others – may be destroyed during Saturday’s event, but food waste containers, cardboard boxes and electronics are not eligible. Nivia Wilson is a student The Shred Truck (Courtesy photo of Dana Valeri, General Manager of Highland Shredding) hand, plunging off the ledge to their deaths. I started just wandering around trying to find out what was happening to our city. I eventually met three of my coworkers, one who had been late for work like me and never made it to our building, and two others who were able to get out safely. One explained to me how our manager told everyone in our office to get out: He said, “Let’s go!” and fortunately fourteen of my co-workers made it out safely – four did not. The ten that got out were on the north side of the building at Tower 1. They made it out because the second plane hit the south side of Tower II, something none of us knew until much later. The four that did not survive were on the 78th floor. One of those, a man in his early 50’s, just returned to work after major surgery. A coworker told me later that after the first building was hit, one manager told everyone to get out, which they all tried to do as they started to go down the stairs but someone from Security announced on the PA system that everyone could go back to their offices and that everything was okay. Mr. Ron Perez, our manager, told all of his employees to keep going down and to get out of the building. I can only surmise why four of them went back. Maybe it was to retrieve some work or to check to make sure everyone had cleared the area, but they never made it out. I was still wandering down Broadway and south, a block near Times Square. No one knew what was happening yet. My cell phone was not working and everyone was screaming that it was a plane but that did not make sense to me – that could not be happening. The police in the area kept telling us to get away, that we were in the front line and the building was about to fall. How could that be, I wondered. A brief moment later my Tower collapsed right in front of my eyes. Luckily, I was standing on the north side as the wind blew the dust and glass south. It was now 9:45 a.m. Fortunately, I met up with a friend and we decided to run to his apartment. Thousands of people were running through the courthouse area and city hall and people were hollering that there were car bombs and the buildings were all going to blow up. We ran through Chinatown and then on to Elizabeth Street and finally made it safely to his apartment. I just wanted to go home to my own apartment as mayjournalist in the Boston University Newsroom program. be someone needed a place to stay, or maybe I could help someone. All kinds of thoughts ran through my mind; I also wanted to pack some clothes and somehow get home to Saugus. Rob and I left his place and headed toward my place. Along the way we stopped at St. Vincent’s Hospital, wanting to donate blood. There were hundreds of people in line and we were all told they were only accepting 0-positive. At this point again I wondered, will I ever make it home? As soon as we arrived at my place, we turned the tv on and, for the first time, we both learned what had happened only one hour ago. I called my boyfriend and he told me to pack up some things, look up a train schedule and take the train that would let me off at the farthest distance from the city. It was Train #2 to Wakefield, Mass., and then I called my parents. It was now 4:30 p.m. in the afternoon of September 11, 2001. At 6:00 p.m., I boarded the train at 242nd Street, the Bronx. The train ride home was the most amazing ride I had ever experienced. At 7:00 p.m. the train stopped and I got off. I called my friend for REFLECTIONS | SEE PAGE 11 ׉ 7cassandra://XiwI_p8iqyDj8J1LhdGzHarQWBazjwjv17xRMSiaQuQ4`hBb D׉ETHE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FriDAy, SEpTEmbEr 12, 2025 Page 9 WIN Waste Innovations turbine maintenance project to begin Sept. 15 (Editor’s Note: WIN Waste Innovations issued the following statement regarding the company’s plans to shut down the steam turbine generator at its trash-to-energy plant on Route 107 in Saugus.) W IN Waste Innovations will begin a scheduled maintenance project that will require the steam turbine generator at the waste-to-energy facility in Saugus to be taken offline, resulting in the venting of steam through the industrial silencer. The silencer, installed in 2021, has consistently performed as designed, muting the steam that would otherwise vent audibly through the roof while the turbine is offline. The facility’s emission controls, which are designed to protect public health and ensure safe air quality, will continue to operate normally throughout the outage, maintaining performance well within stringent state and federal permit limits. This turbine project, scheduled to run from September 15 to November 16, takes place every 5-7 years to ensure the facility continues to be a reliable disposal site serving local communities. The Saugus facility converts up to 1,500 tons of residential and commercial waste into renewable energy daily. That energy is transferred to the grid and powers the local community, including 16,000 homes, and offsets 343,000 barrels of oil PETITION | FROM PAGE 5 safety due to a policy that does not consider individual hardships. Many of these routes are unsafe for children to walk, increasing the risk of accidents and dangerous encounters.” Ceciliano’s goal is to get the school district to re-evaluate and amend its current policy. “By lowering the transportation eligibility distance and incorporating considerations for families facing financial difficulties or unsafe walking annually. The WIN Waste facility serves as an economic engine for Saugus and the region, providing 60 full-time jobs and contributing approximately $28 million to the region, $8 million of which is directly spent in Saugus. This local spending generates $7 million of additional economic activity, 36 additional jobs and $4 million of new taxes and investments in the community. While we fully expect the silencer to mitigate any noise that would occur from steam venting, there will be a visual plume from the facility, and we ask that any questions about the facility’s scheduled outage be directed toward Mary Urban (murban@winwaste.com). What is happening? An overhaul of the steam turbine – which takes place every 5-7 years, in addition to regular maintenance – is scheduled to run from approximately September 15 to November 16. With the turbine offline, the steam that is produced as part of the power-generation process is instead vented through the silencer and ultimately the roof. The steam will be visible but not audible as it leaves the silencer. The turbine overhaul, which will be done by GE Steam Power, consists of repairing, cleaning and tuning parts. The turbine will be taken off-site for the work to be completed, with a portion of the work beroutes, many children in Saugus like Elias will have a fairer chance at a safe and accessible education,” Ceciliano wrote. The petition drive and Ceciliano’s recent Letter-to-the-Editor got the attention of the School Committee, as all of the incumbent members are parents of present or former schoolage kids. School Committee Chair Vincent Serino said he welcomes any dialogue with parents on issues that affect UPCOMING PLANT PROJECT: WIN Waste Innovations announced this week that it will conduct an overhaul of its steam turbine at its Saugus plant on Route 107 over a two-month period beginning Sept. 15. The company said “steam will be visible but not audible” as it is vented through a silencer and ultimately the roof while the steam turbine generator is shut down and undergoes maintenance. (Saugus Advocate file photo) ing done locally in Lynn. Why is it necessary? WIN Waste regularly repairs and maintains our facilities to ensure reliable regional waste disposal and compliance with strict regulatory environmental and safety permits. The turbine is a high-performing component of the facility’s energy system, and this project is designed to preserve its efficiency and reliability for years to come. What can we expect to see? A large visual steam plume will be routed through the sichild safety. “We’ll re-evaluate the bus transportation policy,” Serino told The Saugus Advocate. But Serino stressed that the school district’s fiscal situation is at the heart of a parental concern that “comes up every year.” “We can get three more buses, but at what cost? This isn’t something new,” Serino said. “We could have 20 buses, and the issue would still come up. We’re no different than any other district. We’re facing what other communilencer and exiting the roof of the facility for most of the scheduled outage. The steam is a byproduct of the waste-to-energy process, which is normally utilized to power the turbine and create renewable energy. In addition to the turbine overhaul, WIN Waste will conduct scheduled outages of the two boilers over the last two weeks of September. Each boiler will be taken offline separately, though there will be a period of several days in which the facility will be in a coldiron outage, with both burners offline. The facility will prities are facing. There’s still a bus shortage. There’s still a driver shortage,” he said. As a parent, Serino said, he can relate to the issue being raised by Ceciliano. “My four kids weren’t on the bus. They had to walk,” he said. When reached for comment, School Committee Vice Chair Tom Whittredge encouraged the concerned parents to continue speaking out. “I understand the frustration of the parents affected. I see the petition on social media. A petition is not needed,” oritize our local municipalities and continue to receive municipal solid waste from Saugus and the surrounding communities during this maintenance period. The facility’s emission controls, which are designed to protect public health and ensure safe air quality, will continue to operate normally throughout the outage — maintaining performance well within stringent state and federal permit limits. Where can I learn more about the Saugus waste-to-energy facility and how it operates? www.winwastesaugus.com Whittredge said. “They can come to the School Committee meeting with their concerns and be heard at public comment. The administration is already working on possible alternative transportation solutions,” he said. “I say the same thing every year. The School Department needs to change the way they do business. There has been some real progress in the schools over the last couple of years. A rePETITION | SEE PAGE 10 ׉ 7cassandra://IJ_FCqXipjAuj_qd_FGDe6uDDAyv0GFhx92Vthty8SY2`hBb EhBb D rבCטUru׉׉ 7cassandra://1CZwrGb3RHtDiEQOoSXSgFrTdIKDrIzInaHcG1uEzfIw`'p׉ 7cassandra://Rs3tIfS3XwE3JAXbCApFf1QhZFliGlSnktTXFNq0bqMͶ`׉ 7cassandra://76KPJk3L5qBNQ1u4d-ox6jkb_ZpBP_j7BTYfPzl1WTA4)`hGb E.טUUru׉׉ 7cassandra://oIyRJIUjxMQgiPAQ7ao2ipahCzdKah0l_FsD_YqXflA@)`'p׉ 7cassandra://iG8tyTc8JGdqnn-U0y8_aGNubyyJeYk5zb9I48h3WSAʹ`׉ 7cassandra://GHY13fvyFSRCUl3iUkPFmiiEi8f2V9SvOOvDJ9YIBOM2|`hGb E0׉EPage 10 THE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FriDAy, SEpTEmbEr 12, 2025 ~ Saugus Fall Sports roundup: soccer opens, field hockey honors a legend ~ By Dom Nicastro t’s been a busy start to September for Saugus athletics, with both soccer programs kicking off their seasons and the field hockey community gathering to honor longtime coach Barbara Guarente. Here’s a look at the latest. I GIRLS SOCCER: YOUNG SQUAD TAKES EARLY LUMPS, SHOWS GRIT The Sachems knew this fall would be a transition year after graduating nine seniors, including seven starters, from last year’s conference championship team. Head Coach April Martinez has a youthful roster, with two eighth graders and five freshmen seeing varsity action. The season opened with a 2-0 loss to Swampscott, both goals coming in the second half. “It will take some time to work with this younger class who are new to the varsity team,” Martinez said. “I continue to see improvements every day. The younger girls are adapting to the speed of play and physicality that comes with varsity soccer.” Saugus then faced a powerhouse opponent in St. Mary’s, falling 7-1 but showing signs of growth. “The final result doesn’t reflect the hustle, physicality and teamwork the girls showed on the field,” Martinez said. “Their effort [and] resilience were something they should be proud of.” Senior captain Shalyn Sewell scored the lone goal, assisted by freshman Georgia Condakes, who impressed on both ends of the field. In goal, senior Peyton DiBiasio had a standout performance, while Amanda Rezendes anchored the back line. Eighth grader Mikayla Le drew praise for marking St. Mary’s’ best player and “doing her job PETITION | FROM PAGE 9 duction in contractual services and a reduction in staff is nothing more than a progress killer.” School Committee Member Stephanie Mastrocola said she appreciated Ceciliano’s efforts to share his concerns. “I understand how important transportation is and also the safety of the children as well. Please know this deWELCOME, COACH: Anna Enwright, Jordyn Riply-Deminski, Barbara Guarente, Sydney Ferreira, Audrey Comeau and new coach Julie Champigny. to slow down the attack.” Martinez said the team is focusing on fundamentals, such as winning 50/50 balls, movement, communication and combination passing. “Success may not be winning every game but improving and growing as a team,” she said. BOYS SOCCER: NEW COACH, TOUGH EARLY SLATE The boys soccer team opened the season with a pair of defeats. New Head Coach Josh Crespo took over the program this fall. The Sachems fell 3-1 at Swampscott in the opener. Sophomore Luan Faria scored Saugus’ lone goal, assisted by senior Anthony Francisco. In their home debut, the Sachems lost 2-0 to Masco, leaving them at 0-2 with one goal scored and five conceded cision was not targeted at any specific income or family household. I would never deny a child education due to either of those factors,” Mastrocola said. “These decisions are never taken lightly on my part. I have made phone calls, set up meetings and talked with people in other districts to see if there is a better way. This state at this time is facing not only a bus shortage through the first week. While the early results haven’t gone their way, Crespo noted that his group has strong leadership in senior captains Carlos Miranda and Daniel Ganda, and he believes the team’s intensity can be a strength. FIELD HOCKEY: CELEBRATING BARBARA GUARENTE Before the field hockey team even played its opener, the Sachems paused to honor the woman who shaped the program for more than three decades. Former Head Coach Barbara Guarente, who retired after last season, was recognized in a pregame ceremony. “It was a great night recognizing the retirement of longtime teacher and coach Barbara Guarente,” athletics director Matthew Sebut drivers as well. Along with yes, the cost of everything is going up,” she said. “Unfortunately, Mr. Ceciliano, changing the policy is not going to do anything about the current bus situation and cost. I have listened and will continue to try and find solutions. Thank you for reaching out.” School Committee Member Ryan Fisher urged Ceciliano and other parents rino said. “The Sachems opened the season with an 8-0 win over Malden with the highlight of the night being friends, alumni and Barbara’s family joining us to celebrate the special occasion.” Guarente herself reflected on her 35-year career with a mix of gratitude and nostalgia. “It was a sad and happy occasion. Sad due to the fact that it was the end of my career for a job that I have totally enjoyed… I have many memories and coached great kids. I will truly miss being a part of this organization when I finally do not volunteer anymore,” she said. For 33 years, Guarente has been a pillar of the Saugus athletic community. “Through her leadership and devotion she has helped shape, not only champions on the field, but outstanding individuals in life,” Serino said. who are concerned about the school bus transportation policy to attend future School Committee meetings to participate in public comment periods. “The district has been very candid about the limitations of the budget, and like many surrounding districts, we’re offering transportation for mandated students as required by law,” Fisher said. “I understand why someone would sign a petition. If I thought it would restore a service without requiring heavy cuts to classroom faculty, I’d sign it myself,” Fisher said. “I encourage those with concerns to come to School Committee meetings, reach out to us directly, and become involved in the budget process. There are trade offs and no easy solutions, and we can use all the participation we can get.” ׉ 7cassandra://76KPJk3L5qBNQ1u4d-ox6jkb_ZpBP_j7BTYfPzl1WTA4)`hBb E׉ETHE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FriDAy, SEpTEmbEr 12, 2025 Page 11 Saugus football set to open 2025 season with depth, experience and senior leadership By Dom Nicastro T he Saugus High School football team is entering the 2025 season with something it hasn’t had in years: numbers, experience and a veteran offensive line that Coach Steve Cummings calls the strength of the program. Coming off a rebuilding season in 2024, where the Sachems finished with a 3-8 record, relying heavily on underclassmen who were thrown into the fire early. Many of those same players return a year older and battle-tested, and with roster size up nearly 25%, Cummings said he feels his group is in a much better place heading into this fall. “Our numbers are up,” Cummings said. “These are actually the best numbers we’ve had with a team in my seven years here. We’re just a shade under 50 guys on our roster, which I think last year we topped out at 38. We’re having more competitive practices, and I think a lot of it has to do with our upperclassmen this year … just getting guys out and being role models in the building.” The Sachems will lean heavily on their five senior captains: Kobe Jette, Jordan Rodriguez, Chris Mazin, Ryan Shea and Nathan Santos. • Jette, the returning right tackle, is drawing college interest after transforming himself in the weight room and becoming a force up front. “He’s probably 6-5, 270, and he just moves, he plays violent with his hands, is a student of the player in 2024, led the league in interceptions and is also a major offensive threat. “He’s one of those kids that we kind of tell the quarterback, if he has a little bit of room to get the ball, make something big happen,” Cummings said. • Santos, the fullback and middle linebacker, is the steady presence. “He’s that guy that you can just count on in our program,” said Cummings. If there’s one clear identity for the Sachems this year, it’s their line play. “We’re returning seven guys on our offensive line that have played significant minutes of varsity football,” Cummings said. “So we have everyone who started last year back. We’re bigger, we’re stronger, and they know how to handle pretty much everything.” The unit includes Jette at Jordan Rodriguez goes back for a pass during last year’s action against Winthrop.(Advocate file photo) game,” Cummings said. “Some school’s gonna land him next year and be really, really happy they did.” • Rodriguez continues to be the team’s versatile weapon, having played quarterback, receiver and cornerback in recent years. “He’s played close to 30 varsity football games in his REFLECTIONS | FROM PAGE 8 a ride home and during that trip to Saugus we passed trucks loaded with all kinds of supplies and fire engines, ambulances, heavy equipment of all makes and models, all heading to New York City. At approximately 11:30 p.m., we arrived at my home on Howard Street, Saugus, Mass. The whole family was there and we all cried as we hugged one another. I was so grateful to be finally home. There were no words to describe the homecoming with my family and life. The lights aren’t anything new to him,” said Cummings. • Mazin has grown into a physical running back and linebacker. “Chris is a throwback,” Cummings said. “He likes the contact. He wants to hit. He runs the ball hard. He tackles well.” • Shea, an all-conference loved ones, but I do remember my mother whispering to herself, “Thank God my daughter was late.” An update from the former Evangeline Dukas, who is now Evangeline King I’ve been married for 18 years and have two sons, ages 16 and 14, who play football and laright tackle; seniors Larry Barrows and Moses Guadalupe Perez competing at right guard; Laith Haddad at center; sophomore Steph Cazeau at left guard; and seniors Nick DaSilva and David Perez battling at left tackle. Cummings said their dominance has already shown up in preseason scrimmages. “One of the running backs was like, ‘I don’t have to make a decision until I’m like three or four yards down the field.’ It’s such a great feeling,” he said. Sophomore quarterback Eli Fialho is set to take the reins after splitting time last season. Cummings has been impressed with his offseason progress. crosse. We have been living in Topsfield, Mass., for about 16 years. I’ve spent over 28 years in financial services, focusing on sales and customer success at an investment research firm based in Chicago and providing tools and market data to professionals. In 2018, I joined the US Coast Guard Auxiliary and “He’s just so much further ahead than he was last year, understandably,” Cummings said. “He’s getting the ball out on time. He’s using his feet a lot better to drive the ball down the field … he’s just really progressing to the kind of quarterback we want.” Cummings noted Fiahlo’s improved decision-making in a recent scrimmage at Triton. “He gives a little shoulder pump to make the corner bite up, to open up the back part of that end zone,” Cummings said, referring to a corner-of-the-end-zone touchdown pass to Shea. “Last year, he stares down that corner the whole time, and it probably doesn’t break open … This year, he’s just kind of added some of that stuff into his repertoire.” Last season’s opener against Cambridge Rindge & Latin showed how green the Sachems were. “I was just watching the film, I’m just amazed at how incredibly young we were on that football field,” Cummings said. “Everybody else was brand new … This year we’ve got about nine guys on both sides of the ball that have not just played but started games.” That experience, Cummings believes, will pay off in close games. “Last year we ended up on the wrong side of a couple of close games,” he said. “This year … now we can start turning those games into Ws.” The Sachems open their season at home on Friday, Sept. 12, at 6:30 p.m. against Cambridge Rindge & Latin. became a USCG Licensed Boat Captain, Masters, in 2020. 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Vogler Good morning, Saugus It was 24 years ago yesterday that Americans experienced the tragedy, pain and suffering of the worst terrorist attack in the nation’s history – an event that’s known as 9/11. One of four commercial airliners hijacked that day became the first to hit its target, crashing into the World Trade Center complex in Lower Manhattan. A monument on the Hamilton Street side of Saugus Town Hall forever links the community to the national tragedy of the Sept. 11, 2001, terrorist attacks, which claimed close to 3,000 lives that day. Two former Saugus residents were among the victims who were killed 24 years ago. The monument, which is inscribed with the date and “God Bless America,” pays tribute to Gertrude “Trudi” Alagero and David DiMeglio, who died in New York City during the terrorist attack on the World Trade Center Towers. KILLED AT THE WORLD TRADE CENTER: Gertrude M. “Trudi” Alagero, 37, a 1982 Saugus High School graduate, was a senior vice president and practice leader for Marsh Private Client Services, a division of Marsh & McLennan. Alagero was working out of an office on the 94th floor of the North Tower at the World Trade Center (also known as Tower 1). At 8:46 a.m. on Sept. 11, hijackers crashed American Airlines Flight 11 into the northern facade of the North Tower. Marsh & McLennan had more than 800 working on floors 93 through 100 – the part of the building that was in the flight path of the first hijacked airliner to crash into the World Trade Center Towers. More than 350 Marsh & McLennan workers – including Alagero – perished in the attack. KILLED IN PLANE CRASH: David DiMeglio, a former Saugus resident, then 22, was living in Wakefield and was among the 81 passenthe stage with the newest honorees that they voted to join them. Stay tuned. Founders Day book sale Sept. 13 The New Friends of the Saugus Public Library are gearing up for their annual Book Sale, which will take place tomorrow (Saturday, September 13) during the Town’s Founders Day celebration. They are seeking donations of adult fiction, both hardcover and paperback, as well as children’s books. Sorry, but they are not accepting donations of nonfiction books, textbooks or any non-book items (puzzles, games, workbooks, etc.). All donations must be clean and in excellent condition; no stains, yellowing, rips, wrinkles, odors or marked up pages, please! Please check in at the desk in the main lobby when bringing in donations. If you are hoping to donate a large quantity of books or have questions, please email sau@noblenet.org or call 781-231-4168 ext. 3102 before coming in. Thank you for your understanding and for supporting the New Friends! Hope and Remembrance A night to remember departed loved ones (Courtesy art to The Saugus Advocate) gers on American Flight 11 that was commandeered by five al-Qaida terrorists and flown into the World Trade Center’s North Tower shortly before 9 a.m. on Sept. 11. He was headed west to help his mother move. He had completed computer school and had planned to start a business in computer services. If you happen to be at Saugus Center tomorrow for Founders Day, stop by the monument and take some time to reflect on the lives of two local people whose lives were snuffed out by a senseless event that threatened the very freedoms we enjoyed and changed the world as we know it. Happy Founders Day! I’m not a Saugonian. But as a longtime newspaper scribe who has written millions of words about the town over about 15 years, tomorrow (Saturday, Sept. 13) is one of my favorite days to hang out in town. Saugus will be observing its 44th Annual Founders Day – a special day that offers fun and fellowship for everyone, from small tots to centenarians. “Founders Day is a great time to see old friends and classmates! It’s a big block party with lots of food, fun, civic organizations and shopping,” said Joyce Rodenhiser, a Saugonian who has been organizing the special ceremony that will take place at noon, in front of Saugus Town Hall. At that time, two “Person of the Year” award plaques will be presented – to a man and a woman town resident – who have contributed to the betterment of Saugus. “Come, see who has been helping Saugus be a better place because of what they have done voluntarily for Saugonians and organizations,” said Rodenhiser, who was honored as a 2015 “Person of the Year.” What’s also great about this special ceremony is that former “Person of the Year” recipients from the 35 years that the award has been presented are invited to sit on Vigil Monday The Town of Saugus and the Saugus Prevention Coalition will hold a Saugus Hope & Remembrance Vigil at 6 p.m. Monday (Sept. 15) on the Town Hall Lawn. “The main focus right now is for Saugus residents to email us names of loved ones who either died by suicide or overdose that they would like to be read during the vigil,” said Katy Dos Santos, Saugus Prevention Coalition organizing member. “We have about 25 names,” she said earlier this week. “Having an event like this in Saugus is essential for many reasons: 1) to honor lives and acknowledge loss (we hope this evening will give loved ones and our THE SOUNDS | SEE PAGE 13 ׉ 7cassandra://yotj4mVzdCTkqA67iFaEotG-TH5xpFg1jLclMb8Zg3A/`hBb E׉ETHE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FriDAy, SEpTEmbEr 12, 2025 Page 13 SOUNDS | FROM PAGE 12 community an actual space to remember and honor those who have passed and allow families and friends to ensure that their loved ones lives are valued beyond the tragic circumstances of their death). 2) to raise awareness and reduce stigma about the broader issues of mental health and addiction (and to begin the open discussion, education and reduce the shame that often comes from seeking help and/or speaking about their struggles) AND 3) to provide support and healing for those who grieve in our community (we hope to offer emotional support to ourselves and others who are affected by their loss and help others feel less isolated in their pain). “We feel that this will be a wonderful event to help share healing, solidarity and the understanding that others are also carrying burdens like theirs as well. “Ultimately, the Saugus Prevention Coalition wants to help create the space within Saugus to work together towards a common goal of reducing negative behaviors and promoting prosocial actions among our youth. To improve the quality of life for our youth in the community through positive experiences in a safe adult supported environment. “Please send along names of loved ones that we can read at this vigil to help build our community of support!!! We need to get everyone to be remembered.” Email sauguspreventioncoalition@gmail.com Veterans Mobile Market Sept. 17 The Saugus Senior Center will be hosting a veterans mobile market from 9 to 11 a.m. Wednesday, Sept. 17, at the Saugus Senior Center. To register or contribute, please contact Nancy Stead at the Veterans’ Services Office at Town Hall (781-2314010). Please bring baskets or a cart to carry your food. A chance to meet Stacey A Precinct 1 Town Meeting Member has stepped up her campaign for a selectman’s seat. Here’s her latest invitation: “The Committee to Elect Stacey Herman-Dorant for Selectman invites all members of the Saugus Community to attend her meet and greet event on Sunday, September 14th at the Saugus Italian American Club, 1 Beachview Drive, from 4:00-6:00pm. Stacey is energized to kick-off the campaign season and wants to hear from you! RSVP is appreciated to: staceyhermandorant@gmail.com.” The Pumpkin Patch is coming! Besides Founders Day, there’s another signature Saugus event happening in September. “The Pumpkin Patch” will reappear at First Congregational Church on the side lawn along Hamilton Street, facing Saugus Town Hall. “Our first delivery of pumpkins will be on Saturday, September 27th at 9 am,” according to Karen Spencer. “We need help to un-load the huge truck that will be parked on Hamilton Street. Please come down to the church and help. High school students will receive community service hours for helping. The second delivery is expected on October 11th where we also need help.” This week’s “Shout outs” We received no nominations this week from loyal Advocate readers regarding Saugonians or other folks deserving of a “Shout Out.” Editor’s Choice: Former Saugus Veterans’ Service Officer Paul J. Cancelliere, who remains committed to helping Saugus veterans and their families even though his part-time job ended on July 1 – the beginning of the 2026 Fiscal Year. Cancelliere, who had worked in the position for about two years, has applied for the full-time VSO position that the town began advertising for in July. From everything I’ve heard from the various town veterans leaders and groups, Paul has done an outstanding job serving the town’s veterans community and continTWO FORMER SAUGUS RESIDENTS WHO PERISHED: A monument on the Hamilton Street side of Saugus Town Hall pays tribute to Gertrude “Trudi” Alagero and David DiMeglio, who were among the 2,753 victims in New York City during the Sept. 11, 2001, terrorist attack on the World Trade Center Towers. (Saugus Advocate photo by Mark E. Vogler) ues to do things behind the scenes to help local veterans and their families. Yet, the town has been without a veterans’ service officer for more than two months. Town Manager Scott C. Crabtree recently told the Board of Selectmen that the town received several applications from qualified candidates and is in the process of conducting interviews. That was back on Aug. 19. Next Tuesday (Sept. 16), selectmen will meet again. Saugus veterans groups really love this guy and hope that he’s the one who gets the appointment, based on his two-year track record. Stay tuned. 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. School Band and Chorus notes Mike Sullivan, a Board Member of the Saugus Band & Chorus Parents Association, wanted to share some recent association-related news: “We have a few updates on the Saugus High & Middle School Band and Chorus for you to share in the weekly Sounds of Saugus column. “1. Founder’s Day Jail Fundraiser Saturday September 13. Members of the public can bail local school administrators, office holders, and office candidates out of jail, with a good sense of fun. “2. New Band Director Chance Krause! SMU graduate Chance joined the Saugus schools last month.” Saugus United Parish Food Pantry The Saugus United Parish Food Pantry is open today (Friday, Sept. 12) from 9:30-11 a.m. at 50 Essex St. in the basement of Cliftondale Congregational Church. The food pantry welcomes all neighbors facing food insecurity on Friday mornings. Volunteers are also welcome. Please call the Food Pantry Office (781-233-2663) or go to the website (cliftondalecc.org) for details. Alcohol/Drug Recovery program Oct. 20 The Saugus-Everett Elks Drug Awareness Committee is sponsoring an Alcohol and Drug Recovery presentation from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. on Monday, October 20, at the Saugus Senior Center (466 Central St. in Saugus). This will be an hour-long presentation conducted by Sober Shuttle, Inc. explaining the benefits offered to recovering individuals. This is a free event, and people who are interested are welcome to attend. 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 781-231-3178 to attend. Walk-ins are also welcome. THE SOUNDS | SEE PAGE 18 ׉ 7cassandra://EzfROoLVSwRE58W_zOlMTCn4HOWFkNx8Q1Wnl09e7xs5A`hBb EhBb E rבCטUru׉׉ 7cassandra://aoadGyDReFASQZnimYyz4-xWUp8kvb1udQvnFSvZDa4lH`'p׉ 7cassandra://BtcqqoZX9c4UXggYHHLYp4u8YN24EbijvDoF8jf8vjIi`׉ 7cassandra://3s_AUdhBs84P76HfhWjuCBweQG6PSRC4mEky3gGN58s"`hHb E6טUUru׉׉ 7cassandra://JSsfFDaw7ZjfYffjhloJltybBtMIgcZCYc1ZKTu_ocI`'p׉ 7cassandra://tjx2bpIYCMesZd0xR62VnmQiENRJ5E_VJQ5WdK2wsQIͫ`׉ 7cassandra://Mypnlw_NMBnddca-tLdEGy_VOfn0deEWwu9Hl21Q3G44?`hHb E:׉E!Page 14 THE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FriDAy, SEpTEmbEr 12, 2025 The Commonwealth of Massachusetts Town of Saugus Wendy A. Hatch, Collector of Taxes Office of the Collector of Taxes Notice of Tax Taking To the owners of the hereinafter described land and to all others concerned You are hereby notified that on Friday the 26th day of September, 2025, at 10:00 A.M. at the Tax Collectors’s Office, 298 Central St. Suite 5, pursuant to the provisions of General Laws, Chapter 60, Section 53, and by virtue of the authority vested in me as Collector of Taxes, it is my intention to take for the Town of Saugus the following parcels of land for non-payment of the taxes due thereon, with interest and all incidental expenses and costs to the date of taking, unless the same shall have been paid before that date. Assessed To 142 BROADWAY LLC A parcel of land with any buildings thereon, approximately 0.313 Acres located and known as 142 BROADWAY shown on the Town of Saugus Assessors Records as Parcel Identifier E15/11/2 and being part of the premises recorded in book 35361 on page 474 in the Essex Registry of Deeds. Tax Year 2025 2025 Type of Liability IE Lien Tax Assessed Amount $250.00 $17,649.25 Unpaid Balance $250.00 $10,747.46 Assessed To 340 LINCOLN AVENUE REALTY LLC A parcel of land with any buildings thereon, approximately 0.147 Acres located and known as 340 LINCOLN AV shown on the Town of Saugus Assessors Records as Parcel Identifier F5/23/10 and being part of the premises recorded in book 35295 on page 196 in the Essex Registry of Deeds. Tax Year 2025 Type of Liability Tax Assessed Amount $17,155.15 Unpaid Balance $192.02 Assessed To BROTHERS GARAGE LLC A parcel of land with any buildings thereon, approximately 0.098 Acres located and known as 8 HEWLETT ST shown on the Town of Saugus Assessors Records as Parcel Identifier G4/3/3 and being part of the premises recorded in book C93997 on page / D in the Essex Registry of Deeds. Tax Year 2025 Type of Liability Tax Assessed Amount $4,653.32 Unpaid Balance $2,202.16 Assessed To GARY G. KALLOCH AND ROBERT BUONOFIGLIO Subsequent Supposed Present Owner: LIU QIONGZHEN A parcel of land with any buildings thereon, approximately 0 Acres located and known as 200-2 WALNUT ST 2 shown on the Town of Saugus Assessors Records as Parcel Identifier E14/11/3 and being part of the premises recorded in book 42148 on page 184 in the Essex Registry of Deeds. Tax Year 2025 2025 Type of Liability IE Lien Tax Assessed Amount $250.00 $5,033.23 Unpaid Balance $124.96 $1,298.42 Assessed To MAAC REALTY TRUST A parcel of land with any buildings thereon, approximately 0 Acres located and known as 200-F WALNUT ST F shown on the Town of Saugus Assessors Records as Parcel Identifier E14/11/11 and being part of the premises recorded in book 33599 on page 221 in the Essex Registry of Deeds. Tax Year 2025 2025 Type of Liability IE Lien Tax Assessed Amount $250.00 $3,974.76 Unpaid Balance $250.00 $3,974.76 Assessed To SAUGUS DEV LLC A parcel of land with any buildings thereon, approximately 0.918 Acres located and known as 312 ESSEX ST shown on the Town of Saugus Assessors Records as Parcel Identifier D7/2/3 and being part of the premises recorded in book 41611 on page 4 in the Essex Registry of Deeds. Tax Year 2025 2025 2025 2025 2025 2025 2025 Type of Liability IE Lien S Int Lien Sewer Lien Tax W Int Lien Water Lien WS Fee Lien Wendy A. Hatch Collector of Taxes Wednesday, September 3rd, 2025 Assessed Amount $250.00 $23.01 $199.96 $20,440.37 $24.31 $211.30 $20.00 Unpaid Balance $125.00 $11.50 $99.98 $4,972.86 $12.15 $105.65 $10.00 September 12, 2025 ׉ 7cassandra://3s_AUdhBs84P76HfhWjuCBweQG6PSRC4mEky3gGN58s"`hBb E׉EaTHE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FriDAy, SEpTEmbEr 12, 2025 Page 15 Saugus Gardens in the Summer Here’s what’s blooming in town this week to make your walks more enjoyable By Laura Eisener B umblebees (Bombus spp.) are among the pollinators often seen in our gardens at this time of year. There are over 250 species. The bumble bees’ “fuzzy coats” enable them to insulate themselves somewhat from cooling temperatures so that they are able to fly around during the fall when the air temperatures would indicate otherwise. In Ralph Waldo Emerson’s poem “The Humble-Bee,” the writer seems to admire the bee’s ability to take the best from life and ignore the rest: “Wiser far than human seer, Yellow-breeched philosopher! Seeing only what is fair, Sipping only what is sweet, Thou dost mock at fate and care, Leave the chaff, and take the wheat.” The famous 19th century Concord philosopher, poet and essayist often wrote about nature and had keen observations on plants and wildlife in New England. The daytime temperatures after Sunday’s storm were pleasant for walking. The evenings and early mornings have been cool, and the sounds of the crickets, and often the cicadas, have made the evenings interA tomatillo has formed from this yellow-flowered annual. (Photo courtesy of Laura Eisener) esting. The clouds blocked the full moon, but with the rainclouds all gone on Monday night it still looked quite full. A few leaves on the trees are developing some fall color, but for the most part foliage is still as green as it was in summer. At this time of year anyone who visits a garden center or farm shop is likely to find that one genus of plants is much more in evidence than others: Chrysanthemums! When everything else has been moved to the back of the garden center to make room for Chrysanthemums, I would say that it has been “mummified.” In JaBumblebees eagerly attend a sunflower the day after the storm. (Photo courtesy of Laura Eisener) pan, September 9 is known as National Chrysanthemum Day, also known as the Festival of Happiness. One of the interesting forms One of the less common chrysanthemum flower styles is the spoon-petaled form. (Photo courtesy of Laura Eisener) A very small eggplant emerges from the flower in this Lynnhurst garden. (Photo courtesy of Laura Eisener) that hardy mums can take is the spoon petalled style. Available in a good range of flower colors, including red, pink, yellow, orange, purple and white, the narrow petals are rolled like a tube up to their tip, which opens out a bit, resembling a long-handled spoon. The term often used for this petal form is spatulate. Since the end actually shows the inside of the tube, it may be a slightly different shade than the rest of the petal. The purple spoon mums shown above have a deeper purple color along the spoon’s “Handle” while the end is paler, nearly white. Spoon mums are usually semi-double, which means that the yellow disk flowers which don’t have petals are visible, as it is in many daisy-like flower heads within the aster family (Asteraceae), to which chrysanthemums belong. The National Chrysanthemum Society lists 13 classes of Chrysanthemums, with spoon mums being Class 9. The fruit of tomatillo, sometimes called the Mexican husk tomato (Physalis philadelphicus), is often grown for use in making salsa verde, or green sauce. This plant is an annual in the same family as tomatoes, potatoes, eggplants and a few others. A pretty good description of this fruit would be a tomato growing inside a dry lantern-like husk, similar in appearance to Julia Aston’s Chinese lanterns (Alkekengi officinarum) in last week’s column. The tomatillo has small yellow flowers all summer, with a smoky purple center. In order to produce fruits, they need cross-pollination, so it is necessary to plant a group of them or the husks will be nearly empty, while plants which have been pollinated will have nearly full husks. Editor’s Note: Laura Eisener is a landscape design consultant who helps homeowners with landscape design, plant selection and placement of trees and shrubs, as well as perennials. She is a member of the Saugus Garden Club and offered to write a series of articles about “what’s blooming in town” shortly after the outbreak of the COVID-19 pandemic. She was inspired after seeing so many people taking up walking. Butter-and-eggs is visited by a bumblebee. (Photo courtesy of Laura Eisener) ׉ 7cassandra://Mypnlw_NMBnddca-tLdEGy_VOfn0deEWwu9Hl21Q3G44?`hBb EhBb E rבCטUru׉׉ 7cassandra://VKGO3TOXGvj6SSNiTSQnxfbwszhzNY-R2MnKMu142R4 *`'p׉ 7cassandra://g7HP1ezJJvIns3sFNp54156QxtCZborhn7XbDMfdILkͻ`׉ 7cassandra://l1lC5QLQRqqB49rjneLKSRVePh3cLCcNF4k4HGO17cA1`hHb E<טUUru׉׉ 7cassandra://2YGnNOafj1pW5MzIxpNTPhjfkvFlRmI8mfWe9p8NjLQ`'p׉ 7cassandra://0uif4NVxHYhNz0zDrlu-Q8af2lE2klaKPX4-9fJtrdQë`׉ 7cassandra://CwlwNHhJI9HyM9Oq8ARTVGw8DRbn020IaoLc1oFJUxE0`hIb E=נhIb E??̺9ׁHhttp://www.mass.gov/infoׁ ׁ Ј׉EPage 16 THE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FriDAy, SEpTEmbEr 12, 2025 Beacon Hill Roll Call Volume 50 - Report No. 36 September 1-5, 2025 Copyright © 2025 Beacon Hill Roll Call. All Rights Reserved. By Bob Katzen T HE HOUSE AND SENATE: There were no roll calls in the House or Senate last week. This week, Beacon Hill Roll Call reports on the percentage of times local representatives voted with their party’s leadership so far in the 2025 session through September 5. Beacon Hill Roll Call uses 72 votes from the 2025 House session as the basis for this report. This includes all roll calls that were not quorum calls or votes on local issues. Quorum calls are used to gather a majority of members onto the House fl oor to conduct business, and members simply vote “present” in order to indicate their presence in the chamber. The votes of the 2025 membership of 24 Republicans were compared with those of GOP House Minority Leader Brad Jones (R-North Reading). The votes of the 2025 membership of 133 Democrats were compared to those of House Speaker Ron Mariano (D-Quincy). THE DEMOCRATS: A total of 123 (92.4 percent) of the 133 Democrats voted with Mariano 100 percent of the time. There were only ten Democratic representatives who voted diff erently than Mariano on any roll calls. The Democratic representative who voted the highest percentage of time against Mariano was Rep. Colleen Garry (D-Dracut) who voted with Mariano only 75 percent of the time. Rounding out the top five Democratic representatives who voted with Mariano the lowest percentage of times are Reps. David Robertson (D-Tewksbury) who voted with Mariano 87.5 percent of the time; Alan Silvia (D-Fall River) who voted with Mariano 92.6 percent of the time; Jeffrey Turco (D-Winthrop) who voted with Mariano 93 percent of the time; and Francisco Paulino (D-Methuen) who voted with Mariano 94.3 percent of the time. THE REPUBLICANS: None of the 24 GOP members voted with Jones 100 percent of the time. The Republican representative who voted the lowest percentage of times against Jones is Rep. John Gaskey (R-Carver) who voted with Jones only 65.4 percent of the time. Rounding out the top fi veGOP representatives who voted with Jones the least number of times are Reps. Nick Boldyga (R-Southwick) who voted with Jones 71.1 percent of the time; Marc Lombardo (R-Billerica) who voted with Jones 72.7 percent of the time; Justin Thurber (R-Somerset) who voted with Jones 76.5 percent of the time; and Alyson Sullivan-Almeida (R-Abington) who votedwith Jones 82.7 percent of the time. THE UNENROLLED: Rep. Susannah Whipps (U-Athol) is the only unenrolled House member and is not affi liated with either the Republican or Democratic party. We based her record on how many times she voted with Democratic House Speaker Ron Mariano. She voted with Mariano 100 percent of the time. REPRESENTATIVES’ SUPPORT OF THEIR PARTY’S LEADERSHIP IN 2025 THROUGH SEPTEMBER 5TH The percentage next to the representative’s name represents the percentage of times the representative supported his or her party’s leadership so far in 2025 through September 5th. The number in parentheses represents the number of times the representative opposed his or her party’s leadership. Some representatives voted on all 72 roll call votes. Others missed one or more roll calls. The percentage for each representative is calculated based on the number of roll calls on which he or she voted. Rep. Jessica Giannino 1 0 0 percent (0) Rep. Donald Wong 98.5 percent (1) ALSO UP ON BEACON HILL POSSIBLE NOVEMBER 2026 BALLOT QUESTIONS ARE CERTIFIED – Attorney General Andrea Campbell announced that her offi ce has certifi ed 40 possible ballot questions that could appear on the November 2026 ballot. Campbell had until September 3 to certify the questions as eligible or reject them as ineligible. Three possible ballot questions did not pass muster and were not certifi ed because they do not meet the requirements outlined in Article 48 of the Massachusetts Constitution. The next goal that the initiative’s proponents must meet is the gathering and fi ling with the Secretary of the State the signatures of 74,574 registered voters by December 3. The proposal would then be sent to the Legislature and if not approved by May 6, 2026, proponents must gather another 12,429 signatures by July 1, 2026, in order for the question to appear on the November 2026 ballot. Proposed laws that were certifi ed include requiring voters to show identifi cation at their polling places in order to be allowed to vote; overhauling or eliminating the financial stipends that legislative leaders award to many lawmakers for serving in the leadership and as committee chairs; subject the governor’s offi ce and Legislature to the state’s public records law; allowing prospective voters to register and cast a ballot in a single trip to the polls on Election Day; enable Committee for Public Counsel Services staff -- which includes public defenders, social workers, investigators and administrative staff who support indigent clients -- to unionize; imposing rent control by curtailing rent increases to the cost of living with a 5 percent increase, with some exemptions; reducing the personal income tax rate from 5 percent to 4 percent over a threeyear period; using a portion of the funds generated from the existing sales tax on sporting goods to fund conservation; providing indigent tenants with an attorney in eviction and foreclosure proceedings; and allowing single-family homes on small lots in areas with adequate infrastructure. A complete list of proposed laws can be found at: https:// www.mass.gov/info - de - tails/ballot-initiatives-submitted-for-the-2026-biennial-statewide-election-proposed-laws-and-2028-biennial-statewide-election-proposed-constitutional-amendments “I applaud the civic engagement of our residents, who fi led a record-breaking [number of] ballot initiative petitions this year,” said Campbell. “My office reviews each petition according to the strict criteria outlined in Article 48 of our State Constitution. Our personal opinions and any constitutional considerations outside of Article 48 cannot weigh into our decision-making about certifi cation of a petition.” Campbell’s office said that certification of a proposed ballot question does not represent the attorney general’s support or opposition to the policies proposed. The Massachusetts Constitution requires that proposed initiatives be in the proper form for submission to voters, not be substantially the same as any measure qualifi ed to appear on the ballot in either of the two preceding statewide elections, contain only subjects that are related to each other or mutually dependent and not involve a set of issues that are specifi - cally excluded from the ballot initiative process by the Massachusetts Constitution. The offi ce off ered examples of ineligible proposals including any proposal that relates to religion, religious practices or religious institutions; the powers, creation or abolition of the courts; the appointment, compensation or tenure of judges; a specifi c appropriation of funds from the state treasury; or infringement on certain other constitutional rights listed in Article 48, such as trial by jury, freedom of the press, freedom of speech and free elections. PRE-KINDERGARTEN (H 703) – The Education Committee held a hearing on a bill that would require the Department of Early Education and Care (EEC) to administer a publicly funded Pre-K program, which would be available each week a public school is in session for BEACON | SEE PAGE 17 ׉ 7cassandra://l1lC5QLQRqqB49rjneLKSRVePh3cLCcNF4k4HGO17cA1`hBb E׉E#THE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FriDAy, SEpTEmbEr 12, 2025 Page 17 BEACON | FROM PAGE 16 each child from 2 years and 9 months of age to 5 years of age, who is not eligible for or enrolled in kindergarten operated by a public school. The measure would also create a Pre-K Advisory Council within EEC to assist in administering the Universal Pre-K program. “Pre-K has been shown to have a significant effect on students’ linguistic, academic and social development, but it is prohibitively expensive for so many in the commonwealth,” said sponsor Rep. Danillo Sena (D-Acton). “I filed this bill because I believe that everyone should have the opportunity to attend Pre-K.” UNIFORM AGE FOR KINDERGARTEN (H 510) – Another proposal before the Education Committee would require that children be at least five years old by the beginning of the school year in order to enter kindergarten that year. Under current law, the minimum age for kindergarten eligibility varies by district, as local school committees have the authority to set age requirements. Supporters said this variation has led to inconsistencies across the state regarding when children may begin their formal education. “Back in 2012, a few teachers approached me with the idea for this legislation,” said sponsor Rep. Brian Ashe (D-Longmeadow). “They emphasized the educational value of starting children’s learning as early as possible. I filed the bill based on its merits and the well-established fact that children who attend kindergarten build a stronger foundation for future learning.” $10.9 MILLION FOR DAMS, LEVEES AND COSTAL INFRASTRUCTURE – Gov. Maura Healey announced the awarding of nearly $11 million in funding for dams, levees and coastal infrastructure. Supporters said the funds will be used to repair or remove aging dams, seawalls, levees and other critical infrastructure across the state. They noted it will support 23 municipalities and nonprofit organizations in making long-overdue repairs and taking down outdated structures that put homes, roads and neighborhoods at risk. “Strong infrastructure keeps our communities running - from protecting homes during storms to keeping roads open and water secure,” said Gov. Maura Healey. “By investing in these projects now, we’re helping communities prevent future problems, save money over time and keep people and neighborhoods safe.” “As a former mayor of a coastal city, I know how hard it is to find the funding to take on major infrastructure repairs, even when the need is obvious,” said Lt. Gov. Kim Driscoll. “These grants help cities and towns take on big repairs they couldn’t tackle alone.” PROHIBIT “JUNK FEES” – Attorney General Andrea Campbell announced that new regulations promulgated by her office earlier this year, which make junk fees and deceptive pricing illegal, took effect on September 2. Campbell’s office explained that junk fees are hidden, surprise or unnecessary costs that increase the total price of a product beyond the advertised price. Businesses often do not disclose such fees upfront or only share them at the end of a transaction after consumers have already provided their personal billing information. Similarly, some businesses have engaged in practices related to trial offers, subscriptions and automatic and recurring charges to conceal the total cost and nature of a product or service, while making it difficult for consumers to cancel or opt-out of such features. “Today, as we build upon the commonwealth’s nation-leading legacy of consumer protection, we make clear that ‘junk fees’ and deceptive pricing are not lawful,” said Campbell. “From concert tickets and hotel bookings, to subscription services and apartment rentals – surprise and unnecessary charges have quietly cost consumers around the country tens of billions of dollars each year. Amidst rising costs, these historic regulations not only provide individuals with upfront transparency about the true cost of a good or service, but level the playing field for businesses by promoting trust and fair competition. I urge consumers and businesses to view my office’s resources to ensure compliance with the new rules, which my office stands ready to enforce starting today.” QUOTABLE QUOTES “Three-in-four Massachusetts voters want to lower the income tax rate from five to four percent, with substantial public support across party lines and income brackets. The proposed tax cut could save the average Massachusetts taxpayer $1,300 annually compared to the status quo. As the cost of living continues to rise, residents are eager for forward-looking solutions that offer meaningful relief.” --- Jim Stergios, executive director of the Pioneer Institute, on his support for the possible 2026 ballot question asking voters if they favor a reduction from 5 percent to 4 percent in the income tax rate. “As we begin another school year, every parent in Massachusetts should be able to send their children to class with the knowledge and security that they will be protected from preventable diseases. No one should have to worry that low vaccination rates at their child’s school could trigger an outbreak.” --- Katie Blair, Director of MA Families for Vaccines, citing a poll she says shows that 70 percent of Massachusetts voters support legislation eliminating religious exemption for vaccines for school-aged children. “Haitian Temporary Protected Status (TPS) recipients in Massachusetts are hardworking members of our state economy, often filling critical roles in the health care and elder care industries. The Trump Administration’s unlawful attacks on Haiti’s TPS designation have no logical basis and are yet another example of his mistreatment of the immigrant communities that make our commonwealth and our country stronger. I will continue to fight back against illegal policies that harm our state economy and threaten the wellbeing of the roughly 15,000 Haitian TPS holders in Massachusetts and the families, patients and employers who rely on them. ---Attorney General Andrea Campbell supporting a challenge to the Trump Administration’s attempt to terminate Haiti’s TPS designation and strip legal immigration status from hundreds of thousands of Haitians living and working in the United States. “Whether we own or rent, everyone in Massachusetts should be able to afford a place to call home. But right now, there is no limit to how much rents can increase each year. Corporate real estate investors are taking advantage of this gap in our laws to buy up homes and double rents overnight, threatening the basic fabric of our neighborhoods. Massachusetts needs basic protections against excessive rent hikes to keep people in their homes, support working families and stabilize our communities. By coming together to win modern rent stabilization, we can keep Massachusetts home for all of us.” ---Noemi “Mimi” Ramos, Executive Director of New England Community Project supporting a possible 2026 ballot question asking voters if they BEACON | SEE PAGE 21 - 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. ES25P2657EA Estate of: THOMAS JAMES CHIODI Date of Death: 06/19/2025 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 Michael Chiodi 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: Michael Chiodi of Stoneham, 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 10/06/2025. 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: September 04, 2025 PAMELA A. 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Grant applications are welcomed between September 2 and October 16. THE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FriDAy, SEpTEmbEr 12, 2025 The Saugus Cultural Council will be available at Founders Day tomorrow (Saturday, September 13) from 9-3 p.m. and at the Saugus Public Library on September 23 at 6 p.m. to provide live support. This support is for those interested in discussing a project idea and receiving technical support to submit a grant application. For more information, please email saugusculturalcouncil@gmail.com. Flu Clinics for the Fall The Board of Health anFURNISHED ROOM FOR RENT EVERETT 1 bedroom, 1 bath furnished room for rent. $275. per week rent. Two week deposit plus 1 week rent required. Call: 617-435-9047 - NO TEXT ~ School Bus Drivers Wanted ~ 7D Licensed School Bus Drivers Malden Trans is looking for reliable drivers for the new school year. We provide ongoing training and support for licensing requirements. Applicant preferably lives local (Malden, Everett, Revere). Part-time positions available and based on AM & PM school hours....15-30 hours per week. Good driver history from Registry a MUST! If interested, please call David @ 781-322-9401. CDL SCHOOL BUS DRIVER WANTED Compensation: $28/hour School bus transportation company seeking active CDL drivers who live LOCALLY (Malden, Everett, Chelsea and immediate surrounding communities). - Applicant MUST have BOTH S and P endorsements as well as Massachusetts school bus certificate. Good driver history from Registry a MUST! - Part-time hours, BUT GUARANTEED 20-35 HOURS PER WEEK depending on experience. Contact David @ 781-322-9401. LET THEM ROAR! At noon tomorrow (Saturday, Sept. 13), on a stage outside Saugus Town Hall, a man and a woman who have contributed to the betterment of Saugus will be crowned 2025 “Persons of the Year” during the 44th Annual Saugus Founders Day. (Courtesy painting and photo by Joanie Allbee) nounced several upcoming Flu Clinics: Sept. 19 and 26 at the Saugus Senior Center and Oct. 2 in the Saugus Town Hall Auditorium. Flu and Covid-19 Boosters will be available. The clinics are open to the public, with times to be determined. Newspapers at the library Thanks to a donation from a patron, The New York Times is now available at the Library, according to Saugus Public Library Director Alan Thibeault. “You can also stop by and read the Saugus Advocate, Lynn Item, Boston Herald, and the Boston Globe as well!” ThiTHE SOUNDS | SEE PAGE 19 ׉ 7cassandra://YEbHNukkCkz4Kv6JJ0hf8Nnth70uR1vR8XZV8ZuP-Ck:M`hBb E ׉E%[THE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FriDAy, SEpTEmbEr 12, 2025 Page 19 SOUNDS | FROM PAGE 18 beault said. Saugus Youth Cross Country 2025 Grades 1-5 and 6-8 not running for a school team can run on Tuesdays and Thursdays, 3:45 p.m. to 5 p.m. at Belmonte; Saturdays 10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. at Breakheart Reservation. The training distances are 1st to 3rd, .7 miles; 4th and 5th, 1.2 miles; 6th-8th, 1.9 miles. Practice races are Saturdays (to be determined) at Frey Park in Lynn at 285 Walnut St. Saturday, Oct. 25: Fun Run practice at Breakheart. Athletes are encouraged to wear a costume. Saturday, Nov. 1: 16th Annual Massachusetts State Middle School Cross Country Championship at Willard Field in Devens (more information to be announced). Tuesday, Nov. 11: 11th Annual Massachusetts Elementary School Cross Country Championship, 8:30 a.m. arrival – 9:30 a.m. start; Lynn Gannon Golf Course, 60 Great Woods Rd.; lunch at Prince Pizzeria following the meet. Ending Thursday, Nov. 13: Wrap-up Session at Belmonte. Cost: $150 for first year, $75 returning from Cross Country 2024. If you have any questions, need further information or want to register, please contact Coach T at 781-8546778 or Christophertarantino24@gmail.com. Free Health Fair Sept. 19 The Saugus-Everett Elks Drug Awareness Committee and the Saugus Senior Center are teaming up once again for their 2nd Annual Health, Wellness and Resource Fair to be held on Friday, Sept. 19, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Saugus Senior Center (466 Central St.). There will be a variety of health organizations that will offer free health screenings, educational tables, giveaways, raffl es and much more. This is a free event and open to the public for all ages. Jimmy Fund Craft Fair Sept. 21 The Jimmy Fund Craft Fair is set for Sept. 21, from noon to 4 p.m., at the MEG Building, 54-58 Essex St., Saugus. KOC Flea Market Sept. 27 The Knights of Columbus Council 1829 of Saugus will be holding a Festive Indoor Flea Market and Craft Fair on Saturday, Sept. 27, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the KOC Hall at 57 Appleton St. in Saugus. Vendors/dealers will be charged $30 per space; one table and chairs provided. Please submit payment as soon as possible. For details, please call KOC at 781233-9858 or Paul Giannetta at 978-239-1392. Upcoming library events The Saugus Public Library will feature two teen-related events later this month. There will be a Comic Book Workshop for Teens on Monday, Sept. 29, at 4 p.m. in the Brooks Room on the second fl oor. This program is open to grades 5 and up and requires registration. A program called “Murder Mystery: Everyone’s a Suspect!” is set for Saturday, Sept. 27, from 12:30-3:30 in the Teen Room. Please come if you want to participate in a murder investigation. Visitor Services at Saugus Iron Works The park grounds at the Saugus Iron Works National Historic Site are open now through Oct. 31, 24 hours a day/seven days a week. Restrooms are open Wednesday through Sunday; 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.; Monday through Tuesday, 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. The Visitor Center is open Wednesday through Sunday, 9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. The museum and industrial site buildings are open Wednesday through Sunday, 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. A return of the Halloween Pet Parade on Oct. 19 The Friends of Breakheart are gearing up for their Third Annual Halloween Pet Parade, which is set for Sunday, Oct. 19. Registration begins at 11 a.m. at the Christopher P. Dunne Memorial Visitor Center (177 Forest St. in Saugus). A $10 donation is required to enter your pet. The Friends will use the proceeds for park activities and future events. Cash or check. No Venmo. Prizes will be awarded for Best Costume, Best Silly Pet Trick and Best Personality. Raffl e prizes are open to all who donate. For more information, please call Joyce at 781-233-1855, extension 1019, or Lisa Mirasola at 781-808-7817. Buy-A-Brick for a veteran The Saugus War Monument Committee, once again, is sponsoring the BuyA-Brick Program to honor all those who have served their country. If you would like to purchase one in the name of someone who is presently serving or has served, in the memory of a loved one, or just someone from your family, school, etc., the general pricing is $100 for a 4” x 8” brick (three lines) or $200 for a 8” x 8” brick (fi ve lines). Each line has a maximum of 15 characters. The improvement and upkeep of the monument on the corner of Winter and Central Streets rely on the generosity of donors through fundraising. The brick application must be in by September 10 to ensure the bricks will be ready for Veterans Day. Please contact Corinne Riley at 781231-7995 for more information and applications. About The Saugus Advocate We welcome press releases, news announcements, freelance articles and courtesy photos from the community. Our deadline is 6 p.m. on Tuesday. If you have a story idea, an article or a photo to submit, please email me at mvoge@comcast.net or leave a message at 978-683-7773. Or send your press release to me in the mail at PO Box 485, North Andover, MA 01845. Let us become your hometown newspaper. The Saugus Advocate is available in the Saugus Public Library, the Saugus Senior Center, Saugus Town Hall, local convenience stores and restaurants throughout town. Sa nr Sa a y Senior Seni by Jim Miller Is Social Security Still Taxable? Dear Savvy Senior, Do I have to pay taxes on my Social Security retirement benefi ts? I heard that President Trump’s big, beautiful bill eliminated that. What can you tell me? About to Retire Dear About, No, the new law, better known as the ‘One Big Beautiful Bill Act’ did not eliminate Social Security taxes. It did, however, provide a temporary “senior bonus” deduction (starting in 2025 through 2028) of up to $6,000 that will apply to taxpayers, age 65 and older, who earn up to $75,000 for singles or $150,000 for joint fi lers. If you earn over that amount, the deduction starts phasing out. Also note that the senior bonus is a deduction, not a refundable credit, so it will not help lower-earning seniors who owe no income taxes. Who Owes SSA Taxes? Whether or not you’ll be required to pay federal income tax on your Social Security benefi ts will depend on your income and fi ling status. About 40 percent of Social Security recipients have total incomes high enough to trigger federal income tax on their benefi ts. To figure out if your benefits will be taxable, you’ll need to add up all of your “provisional income,” which includes wages, taxable and non-taxable interest, dividends, pensions and taxable retirement-plan distributions, self-employment, and other taxable income, plus half your annual Social Security benefi ts, minus certain deductions used in fi guring your adjusted gross income. To help you with the calculations, get a copy of IRS Publication 915 “Social Security and Equivalent Railroad Retirement Benefi ts,” which provides detailed instructions and worksheets. You can download it at IRS.gov/pub/ irs-pdf/p915.pdf or call the IRS at 800-829-3676 and ask them to mail you a free copy. After you do the calculations, the IRS says that if you’re single and your total income from all of the listed sources is: • Less than $25,000, your Social Security will not be subject to federal income tax. • Between $25,000 and $34,000, up to 50 percent of your Social Security benefi ts will be taxed at your regular income-tax rate. • More than $34,000, up to 85 percent of your benefi ts will be taxed. If you’re married and filing jointly and the total from all sources is: • Less than $32,000, your Social Security won’t be taxed. • Between $32,000 and $44,000, up to 50 percent of your Social Security benefi ts will be taxed. • More than $44,000, up to 85 percent of your benefi ts will be taxed. If you’re married and fi le a separate return, you probably will pay taxes on your benefi ts. You can also fi nd out if any of your benefi ts are taxable through the IRS online tax tool that asks a series of questions that will help you determine your status. To access this tool, go to IRS.gov/Help/ ITA – click on “Social Security or railroad retirement tier I benefi ts - Are mine taxable?” To limit potential taxes on your benefi ts, you’ll need to be cautious when taking distributions from retirement accounts or other sources. In addition to triggering ordinary income tax, a distribution that raises your gross income can bump up the proportion of your Social Security benefi ts that are subject to taxes. How to File If you fi nd that part of your Social Security benefi ts will be taxable, you’ll need to fi le using Form 1040 or Form 1040-SR. You also need to know that if you do owe taxes, you’ll need to make quarterly estimated tax payments to the IRS, or you can choose to have it automatically withheld from your benefi ts. To have it withheld, you’ll need to complete IRS Form W-4V, Voluntary Withholding Request (IRS. gov/pub/irs-pdf/fw4v.pdf), and fi le it with your local Social Security offi ce. State Taxation In addition to the federal government, nine states – Colorado, Connecticut, Minnesota, Montana, New Mexico, Rhode Island, Utah, Vermont and West Virginia – tax Social Security benefi ts to some extent too. If you live in one of these states, check with your state tax agency for details. Send your senior questions to: Savvy Senior, P.O. Box 5443, Norman, OK 73070, or visit SavvySenior.org. 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All uncles: Albert of “Uncle Albert/Admiral Halsey” song, Fester of “The Addams Family,” Uncle Sam. (Legend has it that he supplied meat during the War of 1812.) 13. Fruit 14. Elvis Presley 15. Boston (Ted Williams Tunnel, 90 feet below harbor surface) 16. Philadelphia (final draft of the Constitution was signed) 17. Benjamin Franklin 18. Felt-tip pen (originally had hard felt made from wool, not synthetic fibers) 19. Sugar (“A Spoonful of Sugar,” “I Feel Good” and “I Can’t Help Myself (Sugar Pie, Honey Bunch,” respectively) 20. National Double Cheeseburger Day (on the 15th) Page 20 THE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FriDAy, SEpTEmbEr 12, 2025 OBITUARIES Gail Ann Collins G ail Ann Collins (née Kennedy), 82, passed away peacefully on September 6, 2025, surrounded by her loving family. A woman of profound grace, class, unwavering devotion, faith and quiet strength, Gail’s life was defined by her deep care for others—whether as a nurse, wife, mother, sister, friend or a treasured “Gammie.” Born and raised in the coastal town of Kittery Point, Maine, Gail was the devoted daughter of the late P. Roger Kennedy and J. Edna (Thoreau) Kennedy and sister to Karen Kennedy. She carried the heart of her hometown with her throughout life—its values of kindness, humility, and calming nature of the ocean remained deeply ingrained in her. Kittery Point was always her “forever home.” Gail met the love of her life, Edward J. Collins Jr., while they were both students at Boston College. Their bond was instant, and their love grew into 41 years of marriage filled with joy, laughter, and unwavering commitment. In their later years, after “Eddie” suffered a massive stroke, Gail devoted herself entirely to his care—tending to him around the clock with tenderness, love and tireless dedication, exemplifying the depth of her love, strength and resiliency. She and Eddie raised their family in Saugus, Massachusetts, where they built a home rooted in love, tradition, and community. Gail was the beloved mother of Daniel, Patrick, and Katie, and the heart of their world. She never missed a baseball game, a scraped knee, or a moment when a consoling ear was needed. Her children knew her as their fiercest protector, biggest cheerleader, and soft place to land. To her five grandchildren—Jeny, Joey, Jack, Max, and Paige— she was lovingly known as “Gammie.” Her boundless love and presence in their lives was a gift—filled with family vacations, bedtime stories, warm hugs, family traditions, and an endless supply of unconditional love. Gail was a dedicated nurse, whose career was defined by compassion, steadiness, and skill. Her gift for caregiving extended far beyond her profession—it was simply who she was. She never met a stranger and had an uncanny ability to bring calm to chaos, to listen deeply, and to comfort effortlessly. Gail Ann Collins will be remembered as a devoted wife, proud mother, adoring Gammie, caring daughter, loyal sister, best friend, compassionate nurse, and the quiet, steady light at the center of her family. She is now reunited in peace with her Eddie and beloved dog Seamus. Her love, her lessons, and her legacy will live on in all who were lucky enough to know her. She will be missed beyond words—and loved forever. A private family service will be held in her memory. In lieu of flowers, the family kindly requests donations be made to the Alzheimer’s Association, a cause close to their hearts. For online tributes and condolences, please visit: www. TheQuinnFuneralHome.com Paul C. Nicholls O f Saugus, formerly of Revere. Died on Thursday, September 4th at Brigham and Women’s Hospital in Boston at the age of 72. He was the beloved husband of Deborah (DiRienzo) Nicholls with whom he shared 51 years of marriage. Born in Boston and raised in Revere, Mr. Nicholls was the son of the late Paul J. and Eleanor (Collins) Nicholls. Paul was a member of IMA Local Union 447. He was also a member of Cottage Park Yacht Club in Winthrop. Paul was an avid golfer, fisherman and boater. In addition to his wife, Mr. Nicholls is survived by his brother, John Nicholls and his wife Gail of Middleton; brothREAL 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 Medina, Jesus Russo, Joseph T BUYER2 Medina, Kristin SELLER1 Finocchiaro Ft Russo, Gene 8. In what two organizations would you find a petty officer? 9. On Sept. 15, 1890, what author of “The Mousetrap” and “Death on the Nile” was born? 1. On Sept. 12, 1944, who was born whose 1974 album is called “Can’t Get Enough”? 2. Bananas Foster, which was named after Crime Commission Chair Richard Foster, originated at Brennan’s in what Southern city? 3. On Sept. 13, 1990, what law enforcement TV series that featured several real politicians debuted? 4. In Quincy, Mass., is Souther Tide Mill, which was built to grind what grains? 5. In what region of the country is the American goldfinch most often seen? 6. On Sept. 14, 1927, what dance pioneer died when her scarf got tangled in a car wheel? 7. What scenic state, in addition to Alaska, Hawaii and Maine, has a billboard advertising ban? 10. The USA’s oldest Italian restaurant, Fior d’Italia (1886), is in what city with the oldest USA Chinatown? 11. Noah’s flood took how many days: 20, 30 or 40? 12. How are Albert, Fester and Sam similar? 13. Sept. 16 is National Guacamole Day; is avocado a fruit or vegetable? 14. What “King of Rock and Roll” performed only in the USA and Canada? SELLER2 Finocchairo, Dawn M ADDRESS 12 Ledgewood Rd 112 Saville St CITY Saugus Saugus 15. In what city is the deepest tunnel in the USA? 16. On Sept. 17, 1787, the Constitutional Convention ended at Independence Hall where? 17. What Bostonian Founding Father created a glass armonica with a London glassblower? 18. What kind of pen originally included a textile? 19. Julie Andrews, James Brown and The Four Tops have songs mentioning what sweet? 20. Sept. 18 is National Cheeseburger Day; what other day associated with cheeseburgers is celebrated in September? DATE 08.22.25 08.19.25 PRICE 1400000 820000 ANSWERS er-in-law, Anthony DiRienzo and his wife Cheryl of Pittsburgh; two sisters-in-law, Linda Giacobbe and her husband Gene of Danvers and Annette Cerulli and her husband Bob of Saugus; as well as many nieces, nephews and grand nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his brother, Richard “Skip” Nicholls. Relatives and friends were invited to attend visiting hours in the Bisbee-Porcella Funeral Home, Saugus on Wednesday followed by a funeral service in the funeral home. In lieu of flowers, donations in Paul’s memory may be made to the Jimmy Fund at jimmyfund.org. ׉ 7cassandra://ghBLw7DH9H45_SIejdicjmwLVMJTN_rQMz5jplYw6a48`hBb E ׉ETHE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FriDAy, SEpTEmbEr 12, 2025 BEACON | FROM PAGE 17 approve of a proposal imposing rent control by curtailing rent increases to the cost of living with a 5 percent increase, with some exemptions. “Rent control is a flawed, We follow Social Distancing Guidelines! harmful policy that stunts housing creation and increases overall housing costs: A horrifying thought given the hundreds of thousands of units our state must build to overcome the housing crisis. Our state’s focus needs to be on reducing barriers to housLicensed & Insured American Exterior and Window Corporation Contact us for all of your home improvement projects and necessities. Call Jeff or Bob Toll Free: 1-888-744-1756 617-699-1782 / www.americanexteriorma.com Windows, Siding, Roofing, Carpentry & More! 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Critics say that the Legislature does not meet regularly or long enough to debate and vote in public view on the thousands of pieces of legislation that have been filed. They note that the infrequency and brief length of sessions are misguided and lead to irresponsible late-night sessions and a mad rush to act on dozens of bills in the days immediately preceding the end of an annual session. During the week of Sept. 1-5, the House met for a total of 26 minutes and the Senate met for a total of 43 minutes. Mon. Sept. 1No House session No Senate session Tues.Sept. 2House11:00 a.m. to 11:14 a.m. Senate 11:15 a.m. to 11:36 a.m. Wed. Sept. 3No House session No Senate session Thurs. Sept. 4House11:02 a.m. to 11:14a.m. Senate 11:05 a.m. to 11:27a.m. Fri. Sept. 5No House session No Senate session. 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