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(Courtesy Photo by Jean Bloom to The Saugus Advocate) TE E -FREE- www.advocatenews.net Published Every Friday 781-233-4446 Friday, August 15, 2025 SUPER SACHEM SENIORS Back to School incoming Belmonte STEAM Academy Principal has small town administration and teaching experience across the country By Tara Vocino ncoming Belmonte STEAM Academy Principal Christopher Blair introduced himself on Tuesday. He is looking forward to working alongside Assistant Principals Heidi Jimenez and Elizabeth Wahlman – who comes from Revere – when the new school year begins on Aug. 26. All of his previous jobs in education have been in small towns. “Route 1 can be a little overthe-top, yes,” Blair said. “At the same time, how can you not love a street that sports a 68f Blair c 1950s t man their la ducing his o vision sho M vid L has scienc neer Christopher Blair is excited to start his new role as Belmonte STEAM Academy Principal. 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House Bill 4360 received initial approval on July 30 from the House of Representatives, which engrossed the legislation on a vote of 158-0. The bill, which is supported by the hospitality industry, still requires Senate approval and Governor Maura Healey’s signature before it can become law. Representative Wong said the House bill calls for licensed innholders to establish a human trafficking recognition training program, which employees of Massachusetts hotels, motels, lodging houses, and bed and breakfast establishments will be required to take. The training program, including the organizations and providers that offer the training, will be subject to the approval of the Attorney GenBILL | SEE PAGE 3 Lawrence 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 BACK TO SCHOOL | FROM PAGE 1 Assistant Principals Heidi Jimenez and Elizabeth Wahlman with Christopher Blair. (Advocate photos by Tara Vocino) about rockets.” Residents could see vapor right in the name, so I’ll nudge the show in that direction,” Blair said. “The first episode will go out Friday, Sept. 5, and it’s trials flying above the Belmonte rooftop last week. Blair is originally from Southern California but grew up mostly in Oregon, where he was a journalist before returning to school to become a teacher in 1996. After 17 years as a teacher and administrator near Eugene and in Portland, he moved to Northern New Hampshire 11 years ago to become an elementary school principal. His most recent role was a high school assistant principal in Windham, N.H. With 28 years of teaching/administrative experience, Blair enjoys working with younger students for their eagerness and curiosity about the world. He replaced Principal Dr. Maureen Lueke, who retired after many years of service at Belmonte and at the Oaklandvale School. The Lowell resident earned his Master’s in teaching from Pacific University and a Bachelor’s in journalism from University of Oregon. ׉ 7cassandra://MMDEroZGdCodqH1vYFguPLcSSOIVc7N21iRg0MIckuw8h`hHd׉ETHE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FriDAy, AUGUST 15, 2025 Page 3 Representative Wong supports legislation to provide enhanced superannuation benefi ts for teachers Bill will also protect retirement status of teachers who go to work at EOE, DESE B OSTON – State Representative Donald Wong (R-Saugus) recently supported legislation that will allow qualifying teachers to participate in an alternative superannuation retirement program, while also protecting the retirement status of teachers who leave the profession to work at the Executive Offi ce of Education (EOE) or the Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE). House Bill 4361, An Act relative to benefi ts for teachers, was given preliminary approval by the House of Representatives on July 30, when it was engrossed on a vote of 158-0. The bill still requires Senate approval and Governor Healey’s signature before it can become law. Representative Wong said the House bill mirrors legislation that passed the House late last session but was never acted on by the Senate. It would allow qualifying teachers who were hired prior to July 1, 2001 and did not elect to join the alternative superannuation retirement plan, known as RetirementPlus, to be given a one-time opportunity to do BILL | FROM PAGE 2 eral so that all impacted employers are following uniform standards. In addition to the training program, licensed innholders will be required to conspicuously post a written human traffi cking notice developed by the Attorney General in their lobby and in any public restrooms on the premises. This notice must include the telephone number for the National Human Traffi cking Hotline, which is 1-888-373-7888. According to its website (https://humantraffickinghotline.org/en), the National Human Traffi cking Hotline has identifi ed 1,175 cases of human trafficking involving 2,283 victims in Massachusetts alone between 2007 and so. Qualifying teachers would have up to 180 days from the bill’s eff ective date to elect to participate. The RetirementPlus program provides an enhanced retirement benefi t for qualifying individuals who have completed 30 years of service, at least 20 years of which must be as a member of the Massachusetts Teacher Retirement System or the Boston Retirement System as a teacher. The contribution rate for the program is 11%. Representative Wong noted that the proposed one-time enrollment in the RetirementPlus program is limited to individuals who: • are a teacher or nurse who is an active or inactive member of the teachers’ retirement system; • became eligible for membership in the teachers’ retirement system before July 1, 2001; • began contributing to the teachers’ retirement system before July 1, 2001; and • did not provide a written election to participate or held a good faith belief that they elected to participate in the alternative superannuation retirement benefi t program to 2024. On a national level, the hotline has identifi ed 112,822 cases of human traffi cking involving 218,568 victims. This includes incidents involving sex traffi cking, labor traffi cking, and in some cases both forms of exploitation. Representative Wong noted that House Bill 4360 provides an exemption for innholders with three rooms or less. The bill also does not apply to Airbnb rentals or other similar services. Representative Wong said the provisions included in House Bill 4360 will help to protect women and children from being exploited. Both the Massachusetts Lodging Association and the American Hotel and Lodging Association have endorsed this legislation. the teachers’ retirement system before July 1, 2001 nor at any other time prior to September 1, 2025. House Bill 4361 also includes language allowing individuals currently vested in the Massachusetts Teachers Retirement System or the Boston Retirement System as a teacher and are subsequently employed by EOE or DESE to retain their teacher status for retirement purposes and to be considered as remaining in service in that capacity. Representative Wong said the bill provides for these individuals to make a single lump sum payment or installment payments into the retirement system to receive creditable service. 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Representative Wong said the House bill calls for a $300 million statewide allocation for the Chapter 90 program for Fiscal Year 2026, with $200 million to be allocated to cities and towns using the traditional threeprong formula that is based on the weighted average of each community’s local road mileage (58.33%), population (20.83%) and employment (20.83%). The remaining $100 million will be allocated based strictly on local road mileage. resentative Wong noted that Saugus will receive $637,089.78 using the traditional Chapter 90 funding formula and will receive an additional $301,478.59 in funding based on road mileage alone. Created by the Legislature in 1973, the Chapter 90 program is funded annually and provides reimbursement to cities and towns to help offset the costs associated with local transportation infrastructure projects. In addition to constructing, repairing and maintaining local roads and bridges, communities can use Chapter 90 funds for related transportation infrastructure work such as sidewalks, traffic signalization and street lighting. Representative Wong noted that House Bill 4307 also includes $885 million in bond funding to support three non-Chapter 90 transportation-related initiatives, including: $500 million for the bridge and pavement lifecycle asset management program, which assists communities with non-federally aided roadway and bridge projects and for the nonparticipating portion of federally aided projects; $200 million for modernization and resilience upgrades to municipally owned culverts and small bridges; and $185 million for statewide capital projects aimed at easing congestion and improving safety through multimodal infrastructure improvements. House Bill 4307 will now move to the Senate for its consideration. 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Fultz, Josh Jain, Bryant Chi Lam, Karen Marian Maradiaga Mendoza, Melissa Millien, Emma Rose Peacock, Kyle Bradford Surette, Nadine Taboubi, Seth Gregory Thomassen. Summer is Here! ׉ 7cassandra://YovedNF0MTqLpalbDDhobZHtsRsTI0sAGBcC92rCqW8<`hHd׉E fTHE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FriDAy, AUGUST 15, 2025 Page 5 Back to School Saugus High will partner with Middle School in courses By Tara Vocino S augus Middle High School Associate Principal Carla Scuzzarella is excited about the new academic year starting in a few weeks. They are adding some new staff , including but not limited to: current high school football coach/7th grade math teacher Steven Cummings, 7th grade math teacher Lars Ruecker, physics teacher Christopher Blankingship, music/band teacher Chance Krause, and Assistant Principal Victoria Colaianni. Some new programs and curricula are added, including Advanced Placement Physics and Advanced Placement Chemistry. “These advanced courses have not been off ered at Saugus High School for a number of years, and we are happy to be able to add them back into our Science program,” Scuzzarella said. “Our 9th graders will be taking Environmental Science as their introductory high school science course, with Biology moving to Sophomore year now.” They have added Financial Algebra as a choice for seniors. For this year, the district is focused on making this building one school, not two schools occupying the same space. They have opened up high school Spanish 1 and Latin 1 classes to eighth graders and quite a few will be in those foreign language classes. Eighth graders will be in their high school chorus and band classes as well. “We are piloting seventh grade students in our Honors Auto Cad class,” Scuzzarella said. “Throughout this school year, we will be focused on rigor for all students, 6-12, and implementing our high quality curriculum with fi delity at each grade.” For challenges, like the Commonwealth, the district is working to address chronic absenteeism of some students. “We are also working to support our 6-12 students’ mental health, because it has a serious impact on student well-being and academic performance,” Scuzzarella said. “We have a new model on our middle side of the building.” Each grade now has its own Adjustment Counselor, which should deGerry D’Ambrosio Attorney-at-Law Is Your Estate in Order? Do you have an update Will, Health Care Proxy or Power of Attorney? 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James Taylor was represented with his hits “Fire and Rain,” “Carolina in My Mind” and “Sweet Baby James.” “On the Roof,” written by Gerry Goffi n and Carole King and fi rst released by The Drifters in 1962, is often associated with James Taylor since he and Carole King also performed a popular version of the song. Taylor Street in Saugus was named for another man named James Taylor from the 17th century, and the family once owned the Appleton-Taylor-Mansfi eld House, sometimes called the Iron Works House. Other songs played that evening included Gordon Lightfoot’s “If You Could Read My Mind.” Cat Stevens’ “Wild World” BANDS OF SUMMER | SEE PAGE 17 Concertgoers at the Iron Works admired the artwork displayed by the Saugus Cultural Council. (Photo courtesy of Laura Eisener) ׉ 7cassandra://o-SzzAbPARuYFfcNFQVpFlgo7tylRBxcDEojALBa07E6`hHd׉ETHE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FriDAy, AUGUST 15, 2025 Page 7 A Battleground in Saugus The time when a masquerade dance prevailed at Town Hall over a Saugus soldier killed in World War i By Janice K. Jarosz C hâteau-Thierry, Vaux and Bouresches were not the only battlegrounds during World War I. A delayed battle was being waged in our town of Saugus, Massachusetts, in the spring of 1922 despite the fact that the Treaty of Versailles was signed on June 28, 1919. Protests and pickets were held in Saugus, and the confl ict pitted brother against brother, patriot against partygoer, and one person’s values against another’s. No blood was shed and no prisoners taken but the incident stirred up the passions of all Saugonians on both sides of the conflict, leaving scars that lasted for generations. Before I reveal this, up to now, little known battle in Saugus, I must disclose that one of the main characters was my great uncle, Henry A. Parker. Uncle Henry was not only the Town Clerk and Tax Collector at the time, but also the President of the then famous, and maybe sometimes infamous, Saugus Tennis and Canoe Club – THE club to belong to in town; you were someone special in Saugus if you held a membership card. It was April 1922 and for the past 16 years the Saugus Tennis and Canoe Club had Henry A. Parker, the town clerk and tax collector who also served as president of Saugus Town Hall (Courtesy Photo to The Saugus Advocate) held a masquerade dance at the Saugus Town Hall on Saturday night just after Easter. Invitations had been sent out, costumes ordered, refreshments and decorations agreed upon. Actually, it was just like any other yearly dance. Plans were all made with Mr. Parker and his dance committee and all arrangements were agreed upon and fi nalized. On the other front across the pond, Private Winslow Hodgdon, an adopted son of Mrs. Olive M. Batson, 384 Central Street, Saugus, was wounded in France, according to a report on May 16, 1918, near the end of the war. He must have lingered for a while, never recovering from his wounds, as death Another reason to save. NEW CD RATE 4.25% APY* 9-Month Term *Annual Percentage Yield (APY) is accurate of the date posted and is subject to change without notice. APY assumes the interest remains on deposit until maturity. A penalty may be imposed for early withdrawal. Offer may be withdrawn at any time. A minimum of $500 is required to open a Certificate of Deposit and earn the advertised APY. Member FDIC | Member DIF The body of Private Winslow Hodgdon, the fi rst Saugonian killed in action during World War I, lay in state at Saugus Town Hall. (Courtesy Photo to The Saugus Advocate) records indicate he died in 1921 while still in France, and his body was fi nally being returned to Saugus for burial. Private Hodgdon was the fi rst lad from Saugus to be killed in action in World War I. And, according to military customs, the body must lie in state for at least 24 hours prior to interment, or in this instance, from Saturday, 12 noon to Sunday at 2 p.m. It was Mrs. Batson’s wish that the funeral be held the Sunday after Easter, and she decided that the Town Hall was the only proper and fi tting place to hold the services, as the First Parish Universalist Church was not large enough to accommodate the anxious family, citizens and soldiers to pay tribute to the fallen hero. As soon as Past Commander Benjamin Q. Belonga of the Saugus Post 210, who headed the committee of funeral arrangements, learned of the Tennis and Canoe Club’s planned annual masquerade dance, the cooperation of those in charge was sought, and Mr. Belonga was confi - dent that, under the circumstances, the Club would gladly postpone the aff air. Sunday evening, and just six days before the gala event, Mr. Belonga called at Henry Parker’s residence and spoke with his daughter, Marion Parker, who, by the way, was a longtime member of the Dance Committee. Mr. Belonga suggested that a postponement of the dance was in order so that Private Hodgdon’s body might lie in state. 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Subjects range from scenes in Saugus to architecture in Italy, a lighthouse in Maine to tabletop flower arrangements, a covered bridge in the snow, three girls confronting waves on a beach, and distant mountain scenery. Several works feature butterflies, birds and flowers. The art on display was done using various media: watercolor, pastels, acrylic, oil and even a few 3-D sparkles! If you are curious about who the artists are, the 24 paintings are numbered. A binder on one of the tables in the reading room provides the key to the names of the artists whose works are displayed as well as the name of each painting and medium. The exhibit catalog “Evening at Tanglewood” (left) by Sheila Foley and “Serenity in Flowers” (right) by Janice McPhee (Photo courtesy of Laura Eisener) “Walk in the Woods” (left) and “Jackson Street Sunset” (right) were both painted by Karen Rakinic. (Photo courtesy of Laura Eisener) says of the classes, “we offer an open welcoming environment and try to nurture all of our artists, from ‘I can’t draw a stick figure’ to ‘Wow, I’m framing this one!’” Sheila Foley teaches the art classes at the Senior Center year-round. Many of the participants have been attending for years, as the courses have been popular for about a decade. Usually, students bring their own materials and choose their own subjects for their work, but occasionally the teacher will bring in a picture or object and help guide everyone on painting that. I talked to Doris Napier, who is a longtime participant in the classes and who had several contributions to the library exhibit. Her painting “The Three Sisters” represents her and her sisters entering the water at a beach when they were little girls. Another is a view of a bench overlooking distant mountains. “The Three Sisters” by Doris Napier (Photo courtesy of Laura Eisener) This is the first time that the group from the art classes has exhibited at Saugus Public Library. ~ Political Announcement ~ Educator Bruzzese seeks a seat on the School Committee Hello Residents of Saugus, My name is Roberto F. Bruzzese and I am running for School Committee for the town of Saugus. Currently, I am a teacher and therapist at Brooke Charter School in East Boston. This coming year will be my 32nd year in education. The reason for my running for School Committee is due to my spending 7 of my 32 years teaching for Saugus Public Schools. I have a deep understanding of the needs of the schools, the children who learn there, the teachers who teach there and as a resident I have an understanding of the needs of the families in our neighborhoods. My main focus for running is to help implement new policies in the schools, bring more resources into the classrooms, create positive change and of course assist the teachers who work so hard to care for their students. This is a critical time for Saugus Public, each of us want the best for our children, their families as well as what is happening outside the classroom setting. At this moment I ask for your vote so I may bring in new ideas and help make a positive change, these changes will help our students grow into fine adults. Thank you for your time and please vote. Sincerely, Roberto F. Bruzzese ׉ 7cassandra://N5KRgDPGMFkp0GHhgHV7Owzqr_b8VHLGibrwuNlcMs46`hHd׉ETHE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FriDAy, AUGUST 15, 2025 Page 9 Hometown Heroes (Editor’s Note: Wellpoint, a health benefits company in Massachusetts, issued the following press release this week.) W ellpoint, a health benefits company in Massachusetts, proudly recognized the Department of Conservation and Recreation’s (DCR) Forest Fire Control Team as the newest honorees in its Hometown Heroes program. In partnership with 98.5 The Sports Hub Bruins Radio Network, this initiative celebrates the invaluable contributions of public servants, local first responders, teachers, and military personnel across Massachusetts, shining a spotlight on the everyday acts of courage and kindness that strengthen our communities. “At Wellpoint, we believe whole health begins with safe, resilient communities—and that starts with the people who show up when it matters most,” said David Morales, general manager of Wellpoint. “The DCR Forest Fire Control Team embodies strength, courage, and a deep sense of purpose. Their actions not only protected our state’s forests and parks, they also contributed to the physical and mental well-being of the communities we serve. We are proud to honor these brave individuals as hometown heroes.” The DCR Forest Fire Control Team was honored at Breakheart Reservation in Saugus for their heroic service last fall, when Massachusetts experienced a historic fire season with 662 wildfires that burned State DCr’s Forest Fire Control Team honored for bravery in ceremony at Breakheart reservation 4,000 acres in October and November. “Our firefighters and emergency services are on the front lines of protecting our communities, homes, and state parks, and for this, we are immensely grateful. We appreciate the long hours and sacrifices they have made to ensure public safety,” said EEA Secretary Rebecca Tepper. “Two months ago, we proposed the Mass Ready Act – a historic investment to strengthen, protect, and prepare our communities from extreme weather events like wildfires. A key provision in the bill will better manage our public water supply for drinking water and increase support for rural firefighting. Our goal is to ensure those at the frontlines receive every tool needed when disaster strikes.” “When an unprecedented number of wildfires broke out across Massachusetts last fall, DCR’s Forest Fire Control Team sprang into action to assist our communities, safeguard our infrastructure and protect our forests,” said DCR Commissioner Nicole LaChapelle. “DCR’s firefighters exhibited leadership, courage and resiliency as they worked side by side with our state and local partners to control and suppress the blazes. I want to thank David Morales and the team at Wellpoint and 98.5 the Sports Hub for recognizing this heroic crew and everything they did to not only protect our natural resources, but to protect the well-being and safety of our communities.” Wellpoint hosted a Hometown Heroes event at Breakheart Reservation in Saugus on August 8 to honor the Forest Fire Control Team of the Department of Conservation & Recreation (DCR) for their bravery and dedication during the Commonwealth’s historic 2024 wildfire season. Pictured in the front row from left to right: Alex Kerasiotes of 98.5 The Sports Hub, Massachusetts Deputy Chief Fire Warden Andy Regan, Executive Office of Energy and Environmental Affairs Secretary Rebecca Tepper, Massachusetts Chief Fire Warden Dave Celino, DCR Commissioner Nicole LaChapelle, State Representative Donald Wong, State Senator Brendan Crighton, Wellpoint General Manager David Morales and Wellpoint Government Relations Director Michael Vazquez. (Courtesy photo to The Saugus Advocate) Amid dangerous and demanding conditions, the team—including full-time and seasonal wildland firefighters— worked around the clock to protect lives, homes, and the Commonwealth’s forests and state parks. Their bravery and commitment prevented greater devastation and ensured the safety of residents and visitors. “We are honored to accept this prestigious recognition. The unprecedented fire season we experienced last fall underscored that wildfires are a growing national challenge, and the Northeast is not immune,” said Dave Celino, DCR Chief Fire Warden. “Addressing this challenge demands the dedication, expertise and commitment of DCR’s St. Mary’s High School Term 4 Honors S t. Mary’s High School announced its Honor Roll and Principal’s List for the fourth quarter of the 2024-25 academic year. Honor Roll students must achieve 85 or above in all of their classes. Students earning Principal’s List status must achieve 90 or above in all of their classes. The following students from Saugus have achieved these honors: Honor Roll Jackson Crawford, ’29 Sheri Habib, ’29 Caitlyn Muldoon, ’27 Brendan Sharwood, ’27 Mikaela Li, ’26 Alejandra Lucero, ’26 Sophia Manuppelli, ’26 John Carbone, ’25 Joseph Carriglio, ’25 Valeria Mejia, ’25 Principal’s List Kendall Powers, ’30 Abigail Surette, ’30 Avery DelMuto, ’29 Patrick Hurley, ’28 Camden Nunes, ’28 Sophia Cruz, ’27 Daniella Leo, ’27 Shaelyn Murphy, ’27 Nathan Chaves, ’26 Liam Martin, ’26 Karina Martinez, ’26 Heiley Nichols, ’26 Kylie Prezioso, ’26 617-275-0700 916 Broadway, Everett, MA BUSINESS HOURS Mon - Thurs 1:00 PM-10:00 PM Fri & Sat 12:00 PM-10:30 PM Sunday 12:00 PM-10:00 PM www.cajuncorner916.com specialized wildland firefighters. Their efforts, supported by a strong state and local partnership, are critical to protecting our communities and our forests.” In addition to recognizing the Forest Fire Control Team’s efforts, the celebration also marked the 81st birthday of Smokey Bear—an enduring symbol of fire prevention and personal responsibility. “The members of the Department of Conservation and Recreation’s Forest Fire Control Team went above and beyond the call of service last fall to battle historically damaging wildfires,” said Senator Brendan Crighton. “We are proud to recognize their selfless and heroic actions in partnership with the Hometown Heroes program.” ׉ 7cassandra://T2dQLxh86qZYIxpz_izbxAde53dTZA8HIqS45kJv3IE8 `hHdhHd rבCטUru׉׉ 7cassandra://Ibgy_rf733kx1xTKpJ8ScQ7BGw01kmmLb1V4P2T5FrYq`'p׉ 7cassandra://oK1CyufeBbPHpX7hsrAZbRr0lRYkoV24hBbeBW0Z3u4ͬ `׉ 7cassandra://u62duqgHHXXwBPJxPYCxSgHezwXLLqXxNXM8O4AdUVI5h`hHd-טUUru׉׉ 7cassandra://GUAjBYNdk1vmxs9rwA-RdEyozYSeP4IIGKSuMbANkyAWI`'p׉ 7cassandra://A_bg9gui0csdRWUbX4XjniF63sc1x8Xb8w_qhBQimYwͻ`׉ 7cassandra://-Fb3mUfoCmOJgiEpHR9gbrE0O-pta4uT32iqUbXpXaM9`hHd.׉E Page 10 THE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FriDAy, AUGUST 15, 2025 Local players from Malden HS, Everett, Malden Catholic HS & Mystic Valley lead Metro Team to Bay State Games medal round McMahon hurls 3-hit shutout (10 Ks) in opener; Layne, D’Anna. Milonopoulos solid at plate in win over Coastal Metro Team’s Davante Layne‚ a Malden High School Class of 2028 standout, fields his spot at second base in the Bay State Games. (Courtesy/The Maldonian/ Malden HS Yearbook) By Nick Toscani A busy summer continued for a crew of local players who donned the jerseys of the Metro Team and led the squad to the medal round of the 2025 Bay State Games Baseball ShowMetro Team’s Davante Layne fires a throw in the Bay State Games. (Courtesy/The Maldonian/ Malden HS Yearbook) case, held at Bob Rotondi Field at Richard Howard Park. Led by a contingent of players from Malden High School, Malden Catholic and Mystic Valley Regional Charter High School, the Metro Team started off slowly but rallied to win its last two games on the second and third days of competition and propel themselves into the Bronze Medal game. Despite a solid effort in a seesaw finish, Metro fell to archrival Northeast, 7-6, and finished one run short of the Bronze Medal, finishing 4th overall. Righthander Ryan McMahon, who starred just a day earlier for Metro, tossing a 3-hit shutout in a win over Southeast, stayed solid for the locals with three shutout innings to start the game, before being lifted due to a pitch count. McMahon, a Class of 2026 rising senior for Malden High, participated in his third consecutive Bay State Games and along with his standout pitching, he was also one of Metro’s top hitters in the Showcase Tournament. Metro Team’s Devin Milonopoulos, Malden High Class of 2028, at the plate, looking for a hit in the Bay State Games. (Courtesy/The Maldonian/ Malden HS Yearbook) McMahon was joined in the Bay State Games by five of his Malden High teammates, who just finished a strong 14-7 season in the Greater Boston League and State Tournament. Included were Class of 2026 pitcher-infielder Billy Gavin and Class of 2028 rising sophomores Nick D’Anna, Davante Layne, Devin Milonopoulos and Jayen Rivera-Fuentes. All of them played well for Metro, with Gavin pitching quality innings in the second game against Central on Day Devin Milonopoulos gains some territory down the third base line for Metro Team in the Bay State Games. (Courtesy/The Maldonian/ Malden HS Yearbook) One and Layne, D’Anna, Milonopoulos and Rivera-Fuentes all performing well at the plate and in the field. Representing Malden Catholic High School were rising senior David Ruane, a captain this past season and an Everett resident and Jacob Gisetto, Malden Catholic Class of 2027, also an Everett resident. Also representing Malden Catholic was rising sophomore Anthony Capalino, another Everett resident. LOCAL PLAYERS | SEE PAGE 11 Malden High Class of 2028 Jaylen Rivera-Fuentes mans his spot in the infield for Metro Team. (Courtesy/The Maldonian/ Malden HS Yearbook) Nice Play! Metro Team’s Jaylen Rivera-Fuentes puts down the tag to catch a player stealing for the out at second base during the Bay State Games. (Courtesy/The Maldonian/ Malden HS Yearbook) ׉ 7cassandra://u62duqgHHXXwBPJxPYCxSgHezwXLLqXxNXM8O4AdUVI5h`hHd׉E :THE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FriDAy, AUGUST 15, 2025 Page 11 LOCAL PLAYERS | FROM PAGE 10 It was Capalino’s second Bay State Games and the third for Ruane. Three players from Mystic Valley Regional Charter High School shined for Metro Team, rising senior Liam Powers (third Bay State Games), rising junior Ben Hickey (second Bay State Games) and rising junior Nico Santonastaso, a Saugus resident. Revere High School rising senior George Papalambros was also a member of the Metro Team this year. For D’Anna, who was Malden High’s starting varsity third baseman as a freshman this past season, it was his second Bay State Games. It was the first Bay State Games for Layne, Malden High’s starting second baseman and record-setting leading hitter, Milonopoulois, the Tornado designated hitter this past season, Rivera-Fuentes and Gavin, a Tornado captain this past season and its leading pitching in wins and earned run average. All six players and two other returning starters will be leading the Malden High Golden Tornado baseball fortunes next spring. Malden High Class of 2026 righthander Ryan McMahon fires a pitch for Metro Team. Malden High Class of 2026 pitcher Billy Gavin fires one in for Metro Team. (Advocate Photo) Mystic Valley Charter School Eagles on the Metro Team included from left, Liam Powers of Class of 2026 and Ben Hickey of Class of 2027. (Courtesy Photo/MV Eagles Baseball) Mystic Valley Charter Eagles Class of 2027 Nico Santonastaso was a member of Metro Team in the Bay State Games. (Courtesy Photo/MV Eagles Baseball) Nick D’Anna mans the catcher’s position for Metro Team in Game 1. Malden High Class of 2028 slugger Nick D’Anna takes a big swing for Metro Team in the Bay State Games. The Metro Team for the 2025 Bay State Games Baseball finished fourth and made it to the final medal round for the first time in three seasons. Included were, top row, from left, Travers Moodie (Medford High), Ryan McMahon (Malden High), Luke Marshall (Belmont), Jacob Gisetto (of Everett, Malden Catholic), Conor Brooks (Cambridge R&L), Liam Powers (Mystic Valley Charter), David Ruane (of Everett, Malden Catholic), EJ Lavalle (Arlington Catholic) and Ben Hickey (Mystic Valley Charter). Front row, from left, Devin Milonopoulos (Malden High), Davante Layne (Malden High), Nick D’Anna (Malden High), Jaylen Rivera-Fuentes (Malden High), Ryan Beach (Quincy High) and Bryan Gustafson (Quincy High). Not shown, Saugus resident Nico Santonastaso of Mystic Valley Charter HS, Billy Gavin of Malden HS, Anthony Capalino of Everett and Malden Catholic and George Papalambros of Revere High. (Advocate Photo) METRO ‘TORNADOS’ - Malden High School players who excelled for the Bronze Medal Finalist Metro Team included, from left, Davante Layne, Jaylen Rivera-Fuentes, Ryan McMahon, Billy Gavin, Nick D’Anna and Devin Milonopoulos. (Advocate Photo) ׉ 7cassandra://-Fb3mUfoCmOJgiEpHR9gbrE0O-pta4uT32iqUbXpXaM9`hHdhHd rבCטUru׉׉ 7cassandra://8G2enI8-PwGxeS6RgYRyJ0s_HqpzuqXJ-hhmx_yP6U8Vp`'p׉ 7cassandra://75dnrstn0_cQZ9dP_BNqGccFR5QayREnfn88RKQsxhc`׉ 7cassandra://kjH4anbrN5nxj_s0FingesztZKkUJia3TsVrl-CNDwM7`hHd0טUUru׉׉ 7cassandra://G9B8mGJanM8zH1jorfA31KfeRSDKPgyK97BEmz4g4Xg I`'p׉ 7cassandra://Hw6NRApfTJnEci2eLZNdHH6d7VEorluzbj7aG0Hqr2w°`׉ 7cassandra://ODoA4ky2ByJxacTxZrz9_mOdyxP3eIM9GveyKZXslpg4&`hHd1נhHd4 n*d9ׁHhttp://comcast.netׁ ׁ Ј׉EPage 12 THE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FriDAy, AUGUST 15, 2025 Saugus Gardens in the Summer Here’s what’s blooming in town this week to make your walks more enjoyable By Laura Eisener I t sometimes seems that our gardens are a bit less exuberant in the “dog days” of summer, and indeed the hot weather and dry weather make our gardens need a bit more maintenance. Most gardeners by now are hoping for rain and tired of hours spent watering. Many of the long blooming plants slow down their bud production if the spent blossoms are not deadheaded, although not all plants respond to this. Many varieties of roses, including the popular knockout series of disease-resistant roses, can continue producing flowers into the late fall if the faded blossoms are snipped away regularly. Tickseeds (Coreopsis spp.) can also bloom from June until October if the faded blossoms are removed. These are usually available in yellow, but some varieties, such as ‘Shades of Rose,’ are pink, and there are even some red petalled forms. Despite the unpleasant sounding common name, tickseeds do not attract ticks, but the seeds have a shape similar to ticks, which is how it is believed to have received this name. They do, however, attract bees, butterflies and other pollinators. The varied species in this genus are all native to the New World, and many have a wide range from North to South America. Several species, the three most popular Rose campion (Lychnis coronaria) would not still be blooming now if it had not been deadheaded daily. (Photo courtesy of Laura Eisener) being threadleaf tickseed (Coreopsis verticillata), mouse ear tickseed (Coreopsis auriculata) and large flowered tickseed (Coreopsis grandiflora), grow well here as perennials. Given the fact that most perennials have a much shorter season of bloom, these have some fine qualities in our gardens that make up for the need to deadhead fairly often. I would have to include the warning, however, that they are not especially resistant to rabbits, who may remove blossoms and leaves well before it is necessary! Another popular long blooming perennial is hummingbird mint, also sometimes called anise hyssop (Agastache spp.). Orange hyssop (Agastache auA very showy hibiscus blooms in the garden of Margie Berkowitch in East Saugus. (Photo courtesy of Margie Berkowitch) Little bluestem, a colorful native grass, grows along the rail trail in Saugus. (Photo courtesy of Laura Eisener) This bee appreciates the blossoms of hummingbird mint, which attracts a wide range of pollinators. (Photo courtesy of Laura Eisener) rantiaca), giant blue hyssop (Agastache foeniculum) and licorice mint (Agastache rupestris) are a few of the more popular species in this large genus. Recent new cultivars have made these plants available in a wide range of colors. They are known for attracting many different pollinators, including hummingbirds, bees and butterflies. One of the recent additions to my garden, Ambrosia hummingbird mint (Agastache ‘Kudo’s Ambrosia’), has flowers that are purple-pink and orange, while there are purple, white, pink, red, orange and yellow varieties available. One of the most eye-catching members of the hibiscus genus is rose mallow (Hibiscus moscheutos), also known as swamp mallow, and perhaps most descriptively, as dinner plate hibiscus, which gives an idea of the flower size. Margie Berkowitch has a plant absolutely covered with big, bright red blossoms, and she thinks it is blooming a little bit earlier this year than it has in the past. I counted about 40 open blossoms on her plant before I gave up in exhaustion, but there were many more, I’m sure, and more buds getting ready to open. While each flower has a short bloom span, they are certainly something to look forward to in the late “Shades of Rose” tickseed is a continuous bloomer for sunny areas if given some extra maintenance. (Photo courtesy of Laura Eisener) summer garden. Far more subtle are the flowers of the grasses. In most gardens, we rarely see the flowers since what we see in most traditional gardens are lawn grasses, which are usually mowed often enough that they don’t get to bloom. Ornamental grasses are another matter, and so are the many members of the grass family that are grown for food. Members of this large family (Poaceae) — with over 10,000 species spread over several genera — are wind-pollinated so they don’t have showy petals, but some of them do have dramatic flower forms or colorful foliage. One of our fairly common native species, found in many meadows and roadside areas, is little bluestem (Schizachyrium scoparium) — named for its bluish stems and leaves, which sometimes take on reddish tones as well. It has attractive seed heads, which often sparkle in the sunlight, showing up in the late summer. It is found in several places along the bike trail as well as elsewhere around town. 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. ׉ 7cassandra://kjH4anbrN5nxj_s0FingesztZKkUJia3TsVrl-CNDwM7`hHd׉ETHE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FriDAy, AUGUST 15, 2025 Page 13 The Sounds of Saugus By Mark E. Vogler Good morning, Saugus Officially, I’m on vacation for this week and next week. I plan to enjoy some time off with friends, complete as many household projects as I can and get some rest as the summer winds down. But, like in recent vacations, I will be around to answer my emails and assist on a limited basis in the preparation of this week’s Saugus Advocate and next week’s paper. I just won’t be covering events in Saugus until the week of August 25. But feel free to submit story ideas and announcements. Old newspaper guys like me never really take conventional vacations unless they leave town. And sometimes they use the time off to embark on a working man’s vacation. It was about 50 years ago when as a young reporter at the now-defunct North Adams Transcript I took a week’s trip to Washington, D.C., to attend congressional hearings about Karen Silkwood, the whistleblowing plutonium worker at an Oklahoma plant who died in a mysterious car crash. I used the hearings as part of my research to report and write a series on nuclear power after I returned from “vacation.” Quite often, dedicated journalists pursue projects on personal time and at personal expense, because they are committed to getting important projects done. The campaign is on! The Nov. 4 Town Election is 11 weeks away from this coming Tuesday (Aug. 19). That’s a long time to campaign. But things have definitely been heating up in the School Committee and Board of Selectmen races since the nomination papers became available to aspiring candidates on July 21. Former School Committee Member Arthur Grabowski pulled some papers this week, making him the sixth potential challenger to the five incumbent School Committee members. Former Committee member Joseph “Dennis” Gould (he never served as a chair, as we incorrectly noted last week) is SAUGUS BASEBALL TRADITION REVIVED: Here is a scene from the 2011 Saugus High Baseball Alumni game. After an absence of several years, the Annual Saugus High Baseball Alumni Game will return to World Series Park tomorrow (Saturday, August 16) at 4 p.m. (Courtesy Photo to The Saugus Advocate) among the candidates who are eyeing a two-year term on the School Committee. Also pulling nomination papers for a run for the town’s top elected education post are Shannon McCarthy of Precinct 6, Andrew T. Finn from Precinct 4, Roberto F. Bruzzese from Precinct 9 and Finance Committee Member Brian J. Doherty from Precinct 1. As of early this week, when we checked the candidates’ list at the Town Clerk’s Office, no incumbent School Committee members had pulled papers yet. But it’s still early. Candidates have until 5 p.m. on Sept. 12 to obtain nomination papers from the Town Clerk’s Office. The deadline for filing those nomination papers is 5 p.m. on Sept. 16. Meanwhile, three incumbent selectmen have already pulled papers: Board of Selectmen Chair Debra Panetta and Selectmen Anthony Cogliano and Mike Serino. Former Selectman Jennifer E. D’Eon heads the list of challengers, which includes Precinct 1 Town Meeting Member Stacey Herman-Dorant, Precinct 7 Town Meeting Member Frank Federico and Sandro Pansini Souza, an unsuccessful candidate for selectman two years ago when he finished seventh in a field of seven candidates. He currently serves as treasurer on the Saugus TV Board of Directors. Precinct 8 Town Meeting Member Kristi Talagan, who ran for the Saugus Housing Authority four years ago and lost, has pulled papers to run for a seat on the Housing Authority again. Stay tuned. School Days nearing Hope you are having a fun, safe and productive summer. Tuesday, Aug. 26 is the first day of the new school year. That’s just one week away from this coming Tuesday (Aug. 19). Not long from now, we’ll be admiring the fall colors and the start of the football season. Founders Day is little more than a month away. That’s always a big deal for Saugonians. And the campaigns for the various town political candidates should be in full spring by then. Stay tuned. World Series Park will host alumni game The Annual Saugus High Baseball Alumni Game will return to World Series Park on Saturday, August 16, at 4 p.m. After an absence of several years, the alumni game will offer the opportunity to former Saugus High School baseball players to play in a game. Anyone who would like to play should contact Saugus High coach Mike Mabee at 781941-0775. This week’s “Shout outs” For this week’s column, we received several nominations for “Shout Outs” from our readers: Precinct 6 Town Meeting Member Jeanie Bartolo submitted two: “This sad ‘Shout Out’ is for Deb Dion Faust who passed away last week. Deb was the Town of Saugus Woman of the Year a few years back and a former member of the Board of Trustees for the Saugus Public Library. She was the backbone of the American Legion Post 210 Friday morning Breakfasts and from this day forward they will seem hollow without her. I can picture her in heaven knitting away for all the Angels. Rest In Peace. “A second ‘Shout Out’ for Town Hall’s Jeannie Meredith to wish her a great big HAPPY BIRTHDAY!!!! And many more on August 18th!” Jeanie and Jeannie share the same birthday. Happy birthday to you both! Precinct 6 Town Meeting Member Karen Rakinic offered the following “Shout Out”: “I would like to give a shout out to Saugus library director, Alan Thibeault, for his help with the ‘Young at Art’ show currently at the library reading room until the end of August. All the artists from the Saugus Senior Center would like to thank him for his help and encouragement in putting up our show. His passion for community and culture is most appreciated!” Rick Fail: “I’d like to give a ‘Shout Out’ to The Saugus Advocate for their recent story on community biking and safety. I’ve noticed the number of kids wearing helmets seems to be increasing noticeably. I also want to ‘Shout Out’ to the Saugus Police Department bike patrol.” 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. 20 Veterans Food Pantry Aug. Former Saugus Veterans Service Officer Paul Cancelliere submitted the following message: Attention Saugus veterans. The next Greater Boston Food Bank (GBFB) mobile monthly veterans food pantry is Wednesday, August 20, at 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. at the Saugus Senior Center. Volunteers are needed to assist with the breakdown of the delivery and distribution of the groceries to veterans and their spouses. This program supports veterans and their families who may be struggling to meet the rising costs of groceries by supplementing fresh produce, and protein each month. Moving forward, a schedule is planned to offer this supplemental program on the third Wednesday of each month for veterans who are residents of the Town of Saugus. 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Special thanks for the kindness of the staff at the Saugus Senior Center and maintenance teams for their support of this program. Thanks to the good folks at the GBFB for their services making the monthly Mobile Food Market possible. Also, a special thanks to the members of the Saugus Veterans Council for their support assisting Saugus Veterans making this program possible. Veterans may contact Nancy Stead at 781-231-4010 or by email at: nstead@saugus-ma. gov to be added to the monthly distribution list. To our veterans, “Thank you for your service!” Saugus United Parish Food Pantry The Saugus United Parish Food Pantry is open today (Friday, Aug. 15) 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. Cultural Council seeks grant applicants Tori Darnell, co-chair of the Saugus Cultural Council, submitted this announcement to alert town residents and local organizations about local grant opportunities: Did you know that the Saugus Cultural Council has awarded grants to people and organizations for artistic, educational, and cultural projects and programs since 1998? We are committed to supporting cultural programs and events that showcase diversity and add vibrancy in the Town of Saugus. This includes the visual arts, education, dance, drama, interpretive science, the environment, literature, music, public art, and wellness. If you have an idea for a project and/or program that brings public benefit to the Saugus community, then consider applying for a Local Cultural Council Grant! Our 2026 grant application period runs from September 2 through October 16, 2025. We prioritize applications from Saugus organizations, individuals, and organizers, and to projects that take place in the Town of Saugus. More information about grant guidelines and priorities can be seen at https://massculturalcouncil.org/local-council/ saugus/. On Tuesday, September 9, the Mass Cultural Council will host an online information session on how these grants work and how to apply. The session is free and can be accessed at https://massculturalcouncil.org. The Saugus Cultural Council will be available at Founder’s Day, Saturday, September 13 toprovide live support in submitting an application or provide project feedback. Come with a description of your project and any questions about the grant application process. The Saugus Cultural Council will also be available at the Saugus Public Library on Tuesday, September 23 to provide additional live support. 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!” Thibeault said. Adult Craft Night returns! Join us on Tuesday, September 2 from 6-7 p.m. in the Brooks Room at the Saugus Public Library. We will be making Acorns with fabric and twine for fall decor. Registration begins August 19 on our Events Calendar: sauguspubliclibrary.org Saugus Youth Cross Country 2025 Grades 1-5 and 6-8 students not running for a school team can start Tuesday, Aug. 26: 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 Championships 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 and 9:30 a.m. start; Lynn’s Gannon Golf Course, 60 Great Woods Rd.; lunch at Prince Pizza 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 781-854-6778 or Christophertarantino24@ gmail.com. 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 on Saturday, September 13, during the Town’s Founders Day celebration. They are seeking donations of adult fiction, both hardA STUDENT STAGE STAR: Recently, Marina Liwanag of Saugus was thrilled to return for her third “Young Company” Summer Festival with the Greater Boston Stage Company, as Conrad Birdie in “Bye Bye Birdie.” Some of her recent roles are Dragon (“Shrek: The Musical JR.”), Evie (“Descendants: The Musical”) and Gabriella (“High School Musical”). She loves to write music, play instruments, dance and sing. (Courtesy photo to The Saugus Advocate) cover 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. 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! 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, raffles and much more. This is a free event and open to the public for all ages. 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. Visitor Services at Saugus Iron Works The park grounds at the Saugus Iron Works National Historic Site is open now through Oct. 31, 24 hours a day/seven days a week. Restrooms are open Wednesday through Sunday; 9:30 THE SOUNDS | SEE PAGE 15 If ׉ 7cassandra://gKeu7gu_kw3YfW0pzIRf530o_9i5-6g2yc8tw72GjoY5`hHd׉ETHE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FriDAy, AUGUST 15, 2025 Page 15 Shining Lights of Everyday People “Not All of us can do Great Things but we can do Small Things With Great Love”—Mother Teresa By Joanie Allbee L aura Eisener is The Saugus Advocate’s “Saugus Gardens” weekly columnist. Laura loves her Town and happily contributes to its many beneficial causes. “I have a strong attachment to Saugus, having grown up here. My maternal grandparents moved to this town when they got married, and my mother was born in a house (yes, house, not hospital) just a few streets away from where I currently live, ” Laura said. On her off-duty times, as an Adjunct Instructor at North Shore Community College and also working at Northeast Nursery as a Landscape Design Consultant, she enjoys her passion of photography and writing. Frequently, she’s seen phoSOUNDS | FROM PAGE 14 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. Level Up at your library Now through Aug. 20, submit what you read this summer and you may win an Amazon gift card. Enter to win by going to our website (www.sauguspubliclibrary. org) and filling out the book review form. Grades 7-12. Adult Summer Reading contest at the library Now through Aug. 20, adults age 18 and up can participate in our Adult Summer Reading Contest for the chance to win a gift card to a local restaurant! Fill out an online book review form for every book you read over the summer, and you will be entered to win! The more books you read, the greater your chances of winning! Graphic novels, manga, cookbooks, e-books and audio books count, too. Good luck! 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. Raffle 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 (five 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. C.H.a.R.M. Center is open tographing and checking out landscapes and floral arrangements throughout neighborhoods. Ms. Eisener often forest bathes in Breakheart and captures the wildlife images and attends festivities. Laura enjoys picnics, birdwatching and strolling through Saugus Iron Works, which has a piece of her heart and where her husband Paul Kenworthy is a Park Ranger. She enjoys the trails, scenery and her husband Paul’s professionally guided Tours. Sometimes she may be found on one of the many Adirondack chairs as she writes and enjoys the summer breezes. “Saugus has had a greater influence on American history than most residents realize. If it weren’t for Saugus Ironworks and its establishment of industry in the colonies, we The Town of Saugus Solid Waste/Recycling Department announced that the Center for Hard to Recycle Materials (C.H.a.R.M.) is open with normal operational hours of Wednesdays and Saturdays from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. The C.H.a.R.M. Center is located at 515 Main St., Saugus, behind the Saugus Department of Public Works. Residents are welcome to use the C.H.a.R.M. Center for their recycling needs. Saugus was the first municipality in Massachusetts to open a C.H.a.R.M. Center. The C.H.a.R.M. Center accepts the following items at no cost to residents: • Bottles and cans • Paper and cardboard • Scrap metal • Shoes, clothes and other textiles • Fluorescent light bulbs and batteries (button and rechargeable) Residents are also permitted the free disposal of three TVs or computers/CRT monitors per household each year would have been in no position to fight for our independence. When the original ironworks closed, its workers, with their marketable skills, helped establish ironworks elsewhere in New England and in turn taught others,” Laura said Laura was our Saugus Woman of the Year 2022. She is a Garden Club member and President of Saugus Historical Society. Every Wednesday during the Summer Concert Series at the Saugus Iron Works, she is nested next to Paul (if he is not on duty) for the concert that evening . Sometimes if her niece Moniques has some free time she accompanies. When Laura settles in she’s busy reviewing the weekly concerts for her column “ The Bands of Summer” for The Saugus Advocate. at the C.H.a.R.M. Center. Residents can obtain new stickers for this year free of charge when visiting the C.H.a.R.M. Center. By purchasing a $25 sticker that is valid for the entirety of the season, residents will be permitted to dispose of yard waste and brush at the C.H.a.R.M. Center. The $25 sticker also covers the cost to dispose of hard/rigid plastics at the facility. The C.H.a.R.M. Center accepts CHECKS ONLY (no cash or cards). Please note that the C.H.a.R.M. Center does not accept any household trash or construction materials and debris. The Town of Saugus reserves the right to refuse any material if quantity or quality is questionable. Go to https://www.saugus-ma.gov/solid-waste-recycling-department and click on “Recycling Guide” for a comprehensive list of items that are acceptTHE SOUNDS | SEE PAGE 17 ׉ 7cassandra://7srfpiWbZpdYuVT7LhdztBdlA0DKmE0EUfs99rP995A2`hHdhHd rבCטUru׉׉ 7cassandra://svpQey-E_KPI2uk_mO1XGdWw__dxN1awycNQxDNSpd45`'p׉ 7cassandra://gHDsEevmutID05w3ZKV0H9hDYqtfjC3DVJfzIMqDSRA͸`׉ 7cassandra://sNUSfp7v1S-FgN1BQOlg98en9SkpM209A1ltuzZGslQ;`hHd=טUUru׉׉ 7cassandra://bvM0qbskwaMFePyI4I0NcSZ6l6RBfJRqHo6yZpLgyrE$`'p׉ 7cassandra://fy-9NzoTKC6Y223bpu-n3mgLqbJ613bFrOJJvZJzXkY͹(`׉ 7cassandra://6yweYKVLKyswekNW4MYFPEMeb0SG49B1UHFyGeewOfE/E`hHdAנhHdG ̮9ׁHmailto:mvoge@comcast.netׁ ׁ ЈנhHdF s9ׁHmailto:PSNicolo2533@comcast.netׁ ׁ ЈנhHdE̬9ׁHhttp://guspubliclibrary.orgׁ ׁ ЈנhHdDҁQ9ׁHhttp://www.saׁ ׁ ЈנhHdC'̜9ׁHmailto:council@gmail.comׁ ׁ Ј׉E Page 16 THE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FriDAy, AUGUST 15, 2025 Lasting legacy of success: One last look at Saugus’ 2025 senior female athletes Saugus High School 2025 softball seniors: Left to right: Lily Ventre, Alexa Morello, Danica Schena, Taylor Deleidi, Maya Pina and Hannah Duong. By Dom Nicastro W ith the new high school spor ts season around the corner for Saugus High School athletics, it’s worth one more visit to what was one of the best female athletic classes in recent memory. The 2025 graduating female athletes at Saugus more than made their mark across multiple sports, with girls’ soccer, basketball and softball each reaching the postseason every year for the past four seasons. Along the way came Northeastern Conference (NEC) championships, unforgettable playoff runs and a group of multi-sport athletes who set a standard for the younger Sachems to follow. This senior class was defined not only by talent, but by dedication, leadership and a deep bond forged from years of playing together in youth leagues. “I think this class was so successful because of our work ethic and our relationships with each other,” said Taylor Deleidi, a multi-sport athlete and 2025 graduate headed off to Endicott College this fall. “We’ve all been playing sports together since youth leagues, and it made us such good friends and gave us the ability to work together.” Soccer: consistent contenders on the state stage The gi r ls’ soccer team Saugus High School 2024 girls soccer seniors: No. 11 is Tori Carter, and on her back is Madison Botta; No. 10 is Layla Manderson, and on her back is Taylor Deleidi. wrapped up its 2024 season with a 14-3-3 record and a No. 9 state ranking under first-year Head Coach April Martinez. After a 5-1 opening-round win over East Bridgewater — highlighted by senior Madison Botta’s four goals — the Sachems fell just short in the Round of 16 against Pope Francis, 3-2. Botta finished her senior campaign with 38 goals, 16 assists and 92 points — earning All-Conference, first-team Saugus High School 2024 girls soccer seniors: Left to right: Madison Botta, Taylor Deleidi, Ashley Rezendes and Tori Carter. All-State, and first-team Eastern Mass. All-Star honors. Coach Martinez believes her 137 career points may be the highest in school history. Senior Layla Manderson anchored the defense with her strength, leadership and commitment to fitness, earning All-Star recognition as one of the state’s top center backs. Danica Schena, a defensive midfielder and softball standout, was relentless in stopping attacks before they reached the back line. Senior Taylor Deleidi — a three-sport captain — SENIOR FEMALE ATHLETES | SEE PAGE 17 Saugus High School 2025 girls basketball seniors: Left to right: Madison Botta, Ella Castle and Taylor Deleidi. ׉ 7cassandra://sNUSfp7v1S-FgN1BQOlg98en9SkpM209A1ltuzZGslQ;`hHd׉ESENIOR FEMALE ATHLETES | FROM PAGE 16 brought energy and skill as a wing midfielder, helping power the Sachems’ offense and transition play. Ashley Rezendes and Tori Carter were also strong contributing seniors. In total, Saugus had five all-conference or all-star selections, finishing second in the NEC behind only Masconomet. “Having strong athletic and competitive athletes have helped make the athletic program excel,” Saugus girls soccer coach April Martinez said of her seniors. “They have set a standard for the younger generation…” Basketball: steady playoff presence On the hardwood, the Sachems were the model of THE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FriDAy, AUGUST 15, 2025 SOUNDS | FROM PAGE 15 consistency. Over the past four years, they compiled double-digit wins each season and Northeastern Conference championships, highlighted by playoff victories in 2024 and 2025. This past winter, Saugus went 13-7, notching a 59-25 tournament win over Auburn before bowing out to East Bridgewater in the Round of 32. Deleidi, who also starred in soccer and softball, called beating Division 1 Chelmsford during the regular season one of her favorite basketball memories — especially after losing to them earlier in the year. Madison Botta and Ella Castle were huge parts of the basketball team’s success. A tournament win over North High in 2024 represented SENIOR FEMALE ATHLETES | SEE PAGE 21 BANDS OF SUMMER | FROM PAGE 6 was another very popular song. Fleetwood Mac’s songs included “Dreams (Thunder Always Happens When It’s Rainin’) and “Landslide.” A pair of songs by Jimmy Buffet, “Margaritaville” and “It’s Another Tequila Sunrise,” put everyone in a relaxed mood. Concertgoers were also treated to a small art exhibit by the Cultural Council, who had some paintings up on a moveable display board and a table with information about grant applications and their next festival, having held a very successful event at the Middle High School earlier this year. The paintings displayed were by several different local artists and included two recognizable scenes of the Saugus River with lobster boats. The council can be reached at saugusculturalcouncil@gmail.com. Upcoming nearby concerts for “The Duo” include the American Legion Post 331 at 11 Pond St. in Beverly on August 30 from 6 :30-8:30 and The Loft at 1140 Osgood St. in North Andover on September 12 and October 31 from 7-10. This marks the fourth consecutive summer that the Saugus Public Library and the National Park Service have been collaborating on a local outdoor event that seems to get more popular every year. The concert series celebrates local musical talents in Essex County and creates opportunities for residents and visitors to engage with the park during evening hours. Shows begin at 6 p.m. each Wednesday evening in July and August. People can bring blankets and chairs, snacks, etc. The events take place on the stage behind the museum building, and spectators can settle down on the upper lawn. It is suitable for all ages. Restrooms are available until nearly 8 p.m. when the concerts conclude. If weather looks bad for any particular Wednesday, concertgoers are urged to check the library website (www.sauguspubliclibrary.org), which will update for cancellations on that day. Gloucester’s own John Jerome with his bandmates, The Implications – who offer a great blend of rock and country – were scheduled to perform this week (Wednesday, Aug. 13). Here is the rest of the schedule for the summer: • August 20: Jon Waterman (a journey through the roots of American popular music). • August 27: Jump Street (Classic Rock, Motown, Jazz and Funk) ed or not accepted at the C.H.a.R.M. Center, in addition to guidelines for how to prepare different items for disposal at the facility. The C.H.a.R.M. Center will remain open on Wednesdays and Saturdays through the season until the winter. Please contact Solid Waste/ Recycling Coordinator Scott A. Brazis at 781-231-4036 with any questions. Saugus High Class of 1980 Attention, Saugus High Class of 1980. Mark your calendars for Nov. 29 (Saturday after Thanksgiving) and reach out to your friends that you’d like to see at the 45th Class Reunion for 1980 graduates and friends. The reunion will be held that day from 1 to 6 p.m. inside the Saugus Elks. Invite Saugus High friends from other classes that you may want to be at our 1980 Class Reunion. Our last Saugus Class BBQ event a couPage 17 ple of years ago had three sisters from three different classes attend and they had a blast – so many loved seeing them and appreciated them being there. So many old friends reconnecting after decades; friends from overseas and across the country came; Saugus Classmates that left in Jr. High and that went to other High Schools came. How special it was for so many people to see each other after over 40 years. Reach out to your friends who are not on Facebook to give them some early notice in case they may want to attend and need to make travel plans. Some of our Classmates have kept in touch with some of our High School teachers, and they attended our last two Saugus High Reunion events – we hope they’ll join us again. Feel free to reach out to any of your favorite teachers that you may want there – I’m sure they would love to hear from you. More information is forthcoming. Any questions, ~ LEGAL NOTICE ~ NOTICE OF ACTIVITY AND USE LIMITATION Residential Property 15 Shore Road Saugus, Massachusetts RTN 3-37027 A release of oil and/or hazardous materials has occurred at this location, which is a disposal site as defined by M.G.L. c. 21E, § 2 and the Massachusetts Contingency Plan, 310 CMR 40.0000. On August 4, 2025, Tiffany S. O’Brien, Trustee of the James Francis Hayes Revocable Trust, recorded with the Southern Essex Registry of Deeds a Notice of Activity and Use Limitation on the disposal site, pursuant to 310 CMR 40.1070 through 40.1080. The Notice of Activity and Use Limitation will limit the following site activities and uses on the above property: (i) Alteration or removal of the SSDS unless it is conducted in accordance with an LSP who renders an Opinion which states that such activity is consistent with maintaining a condition of No Significant Risk; (ii) Alteration of the floor of the basement or garage that creates a pathway for soil gas to enter the residence unless it is conducted in accordance with an LSP who renders an Opinion which states that such activity is consistent with maintaining a condition of No Significant Risk. Any person interested in obtaining additional information about the Notice of Activity and Use Limitation may contact Tiffany S. O’Brien, Trustee of the James Francis Hayes Revocable Trust, 10 Memorial Drive in Tewksbury, Massachusetts 01876, 617-448-3704. The Notice of Activity and Use Limitation and the disposal site file can be reviewed at MassDEP, Northeast Regional Office, 150 Presidential Way, Woburn, MA 01807, 978-694-3200. August 15, 2025 please feel free to reach out to Andrea or Pete: Andrea Saunders (1980 Class President) can be reached at paulgreens@aol. com or 978-482-5787. Pete Nicolo can be reached PSNicolo2533@comcast.net or 978-815-8234. 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 978-6837773. Or send your press release to me in the mail at PO Box 485, North Andover, MA 01845. Let us become your hometown newspaper. 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But, other than that, she would, indeed, speak to her father. Two days later, on Tuesday evening, April 18, 1922, members of the Legion Post 210 voted that a commit- 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. ES25C0345CA In the matter of: Jessica Roberts-Valdez CITATION ON PETITION TO CHANGE NAME A Petition to Change Name of Adult has been filed by Jessica Roberts-Valdez of Saugus, MA requesting that the court enter a Decree changing their name to: Jessica Valdez. IMPORTANT NOTICE Any person may appear for the purposes of objecting to the petition by filing an appearance at: Essex Probate and Family Court before 10:00 a.m. on the return day of 09/09/2025. This is NOT a hearing date, but a deadline by which you must file a written appearance if you object to this proceeding. WITNESS, Hon. Frances M. Giordano, First Justice of this Court. 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Contact David @ 781-322-9401. 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 Funeral for a fallen World War I hero at Riverside Cemetery: The crowd gathered for the burial of Private Winslow Hodgdon. (Courtesy Photo to The Saugus Advocate) tee would visit Mr. Parker, along with the directors of the club as well, to see if it would be possible to postpone the dance until the following week. Post Commander John B. Haley selected George Sprague, Abner McKenzie, Clarence Howard and Raymond Clark, and on April 19, 1992, they called on Parker at his home. Commander Haley opened the conversation by asking if it would be possible to postpone the dance. Mr. Parker asked how that could be done. Mr. Haley suggested a mailing be done announcing the postponement and FURNISHED ROOM FOR RENT EVERETT went on to state that members of the Legion Post had over a year and half to plan for the soldiers’ funeral and that it looked to him that those in charge had bungled the whole affair. Haley spoke of the change in plans because of the small capacity of the church and that they did not know that the Town Hall was already occupied. (Evidently, none of the Legion men belonged to the Club.) Mr. Parker explained to the members of the Legion Committee that the Club has rented the hall on the same night for the past 16 years. He then asked why they did not plan the funeral on the Sunday before (which would have been Easter) or on the 19th? After further conversation, Mr. Haley asked Mr. Parker if he believed that the dance should take precedence over the funeral of the first Saugus boy to be returned from France; a boy who ate bulBATTLEGROUND | SEE PAGE 19 ׉ 7cassandra://wRWCzKwg_m5oUQ_1qIGK1FfN5as0pYHZ-H3rP4llejE5`hHd׉E#7THE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FriDAy, AUGUST 15, 2025 Page 19 BATTLEGROUND | FROM PAGE 18 ly beef and hardtack in the trenches and gladly gave up his life that the dance might be held. Mr. Parker asked the committee if they would be willing to pay all expenses incurred by a postponement, and Mr. Sprague replied that they would. However, Parker still felt that the plans could not be changed, and when he stated so, someone in the group threatened him by saying that he would be the loser. With that, Mr. Parker asked the committee members to leave his residence, and they did. Despite the protests of hundreds of citizens, members of the Saugus Post 210 and residents of many other Saugus organizations attend- 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. ES23P1103EA Estate of: LAWRENCE DOYLE Also know as: LAWRENCE T. DOYLE Date of Death: 11/27/2020 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 Robert L. Doyle 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: Robert L. Doyle of Saugus, MA be appointed as Personal Representative(s) of said estate to serve Without Surety on the bond in unsupervised administration. IMPORTANT NOTICE You have the right to obtain a copy of the Petition from the Petitioner or at the Court. You have a right to object to this proceeding. To do so, you or your attorney must file a written appearance and objection at this Court before: 10:00 a.m. on the return day of 08/25/2025. 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: July 18, 2025 PAMELA A. CASEY O’BRIEN REGISTER OF PROBATE August 15, 2025 ed the annual masquerade ball of the Club, and it was conducted with the usual revelry of former years, while the body of Winslow Hodgdon lay in an undertaker’s morgue, distinctly contrary to plans hitherto made. According to a statement found in The Lynn Telegram: “The dance went forward because so much money was spent by the committee and they could not see fi t to cancel the date so that the body of the Saugus hero could lie in state in the Hall. All during the evening of the dance, crowds of ex-servicemen picketed the streets. The Post took no part of the picketing, according to its members, but their infl uence was duly noted. The crowd of picketers was orderly, parading up and down in front of the scene of festivities and its solemn silence displayed the deep sincerity of the protest.” Some of the protesters carried banners deploring the attitude of the Club members. “Enjoy yourselves, Canoe Club people while a hero lies in the morgue, and if you dance tonight, you slight him,” was printed on the banners. Some dancers changed their minds and joined in with the protesters. Many of those who attended the dance wore their masks when they entered the dance hall/Town Hall, hoping that their costumes would keep them from being recognized by their friends, family and neighbors. Sunday, the day after the dance, a final tribute was paid to Private Hodgdon at a military funeral held at Saugus Town Hall, which had been swept clean of any party remnants. The body of the deceased hero lay in state from 8 a.m. to one half-hour before the service. The pallbearers, all of whom were World War I veterans, were Leo Parley, Harold Smiledge, James H. Rodgers, Alex Jackson, Edward H. Davis, Raymond P. Chesley, Charles Chesley, Welcome W. McCullough, Wilton McKenney, George Parrott Jr. and Edwin Jaquith. Private Hodgdon was buried in Riverside Cemetery surrounded by dozens of mourners. Sa nr Sa a y Senior Seni by Jim Miller Where to Find Senior Discounts in 2025 Dear Savvy Senior, My husband and I are in our 50’s and would like to know what resources you recommend for locating senior discounts, and what age do they kick in? Frugal Fay Dear Fay, One of the great perks of growing older in America is the many discounts that are available. There are literally thousands of senior discounts on a wide variety of products and services including restaurants, travel and lodging, entertainment, retail, health, grocery stores, automotive services and much more. These discounts – typically ranging between 5 and 25 percent off – can add up to save you hundreds of dollars each year. So, if you don’t mind admitting your age, here are some tips and tools to help you locate the discounts you may be eligible for. Always Ask The first thing to know is that most businesses don’t advertise them, but many give senior discounts, so don’t be shy about asking. You also need to know that while some discounts are available as soon as you turn 50, many others may not kick in until you turn 55, 60, 62 or 65. Search Online Because senior discounts frequently change and can vary depending on where you live and the time of year, the internet is the easiest way to locate them. A good place to start is at TheSeniorList.com (click on the “Money” tab), which provides a large list of discounts in restaurants, grocery stores, retail stores, and for prescription medications, travel and more. You can also search for discounts by provider. Go to any standard search engine like Google or Bing and type in the business or organization you’re curious about, followed by “senior discount” or “senior discount tickets.” Or use an AI tool like Chat GPT or Gemini to do a search. If you use an iPhone, you can even use the “Senior Discounts & Coupons” app (available in the App Store), which categorizes discounts by age and type. Join a Club Another good avenue to senior discounts is through membership organizations like AARP, which offers its members age 50 and older a wide variety of discounts through affi liate businesses – see AARP.org/ViewMyBenefi ts. If, however, you don’t like or agree with AARP, or don’t want to pay the $15 membership fee, there are other organizations you can join that also provide discounts like the Association of Mature American Citizens (AMAC.us), the American Automobile Association (AAA.com), or for retired federal workers, the National Active and Retired Federal Employees Association (NARFE.org). Types of Discounts Here’s an abbreviated rundown of some of the diff erent types of discounts you can expect to fi nd. Restaurants: Senior discounts are common at restaurants and fast-food establishments – like Chili’s, Denny’s, Golden Corral, Outback Steakhouse, McDonald’s and Sonic – ranging from free/discounted drinks to discounts off your total order. Retailers: Many thrift stores like Goodwill and Salvation Army, and certain retailers like Joann, Kohl’s, Michaels, Ross, PetSmart and Walgreens stores off er a break to seniors on certain days of the week. Supermarkets: Many locally owned grocery stores off er senior discount programs, as do some chains like BI-LO, Piggly-Wiggly, Fry’s, New Seasons, Fred Meyer and Hy-Vee, which off er discounts on certain days of the week. Travel: American, Delta and United Airlines provide discounted senior fares for select destinations in the U.S. to passengers 65 plus, while British Airlines off ers AARP members $65 off economy seats. Amtrak provides a 10 percent discount to travelers over 65. Most car rental companies give discounts to 50-plus customers or AARP members. Royal Caribbean, Norwegian and Carnival cruise lines off er senior rates to cruisers 55 and over. And, most hotels offer senior discounts, usually ranging from 10 to 30 percent. Entertainment: Most movie theaters, museums, golf courses, ski slopes and other public entertainment venues provide reduced admission to seniors over 60 or 65. And the National Park Service offers a lifetime senior pass for those 62 and older for $80. 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Presidents’ nicknames (John Adams, Abe Lincoln and Calvin Coolidge, respectively) 20. “Bambi” Page 20 THE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FriDAy, AUGUST 15, 2025 OBITUARIES Daniel Silva va, and Shane Hancock; his great-grandson, Damian Silva; and his brother, Michael Silva. Born in Cambridge and O f Saugus. Passed away at home on Sunday, August 3rd, in the loving arms of his wife. He was the beloved husband of Joetta (Mullins) Silva, with whom he shared 53 years of marriage. In addition to his wife, Dan is survived by his son, Thomas Strangie; his daughters, Angel Silva and Danielle Silva; his cherished grandchildren, Karli Martin, Justin Silraised in Somerville, Dan was the son of the late Frank Jr. and Cecilia Mary (Gomes) Silva. He was a successful Broker Owner of Century 21 Silva Realty with offices in Somerville and Charlestown. Dan later built a thriving career as a real estate developer and investor throughout prominent areas of Boston, as well as in the Turks and Caicos Islands, which became his beloved second home. Dan had a deep passion for music. He was a talented guitarist and singer who enjoyed playing at open mic nights and performing with fellow musicians both locally and in the islands. He was also a gifted cook, creating gourmet meals for his family and friends, and a lover of the arts, regularly attending concerts, symphonies, and theatrical performances. Dan lived life with joy and creativity. His zest for life and generous spirit will be profoundly missed by all who knew and loved him. Relatives and friends were invited to attend visiting hours in the Bisbee-Porcella Funeral Home, Saugus, on Sunday, August 10. In lieu of flowers, donations in Dan’s memory may be made to the Pulmonary Fibrosis Foundation at www.pulmonaryfibrosis.org. Mrs. Debra A. Dion Faust O f Saugus. Age 73, died on Thursday, August 7th at the Lahey Clinic in Burlington. She was the beloved wife of Joseph E. Dion with whom she shared 45 years of marriage. Born in Pottstown, PA, Debra was the daughter of the late C. Lester and Marilyn A. (Titus) Faust. She was a retired High School English and Theater teacher spending most of her career in Ipswich. Debra was a member of various teaching organizations including the National Education Association, the National Council of Teachers of English, the Mass Educational Theater Guild and the Mass Teachers Association. She was also a member of the American Legion Auxiliary in Saugus. In addition to her husband, Mrs. Dion Faust is survived by her two daughters, Joanne Dorgan and her husband Kevin of Peabody and Andrea Dion of HI; three granddaughters, AshREAL ESTATE TRANSACTIONS Copyrighted material previously published in Banker & Tradesman/The Commercial Record, a weekly trade newspaper. 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For condolences visit www.BisbeePorcella.com. John L. Greene O f Saugus. Age 65, died on Saturday, August 2nd at North Shore Medical Center in Salem. He was the husband OBITS | SEE PAGE 22 ׉ 7cassandra://kA--sit0ZpX_tbhziK90UUdzdFASFqF0841CSCPx3gc:`hHd ׉ETHE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FriDAy, AUGUST 15, 2025 SENIOR FEMALE ATHLETES | FROM PAGE 17 We follow Social Distancing Guidelines! the first postseason victory for Saugus girls basketball in recent memory. The seniors’ work ethic and camaraderie, built over years in multiple sports, translated to the basketball court, where their leadership and versatility helped the program maintain its winning tradition. Softball: nine straight tournament appearances If one sport defined the 2025 seniors’ legacy in terms Licensed & Insured American Exterior and Window Corporation Contact us for all of your home improvement projects and necessities. 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Ventre leaves as perhaps the most prolific offensive player in recent memory. Her senior year numbers — .690 batting average, 40 hits, 37 RBI and four home runs — tell part of the story. She also surpassed 100 career hits, RBI and runs scored, despite missing time to injury and a shortened COVID season. Known for her defensive excellence in center field, Schena committed just two errors this year while hitting .394. She was a 2025 team captain, NEC All-Star, Agganis All-Star and Gold Glove Award winner. Deleidi was a four-year starter and versatile player and notched a .372 batting average her senior season while also winning 25 career games on the mound with 161 strikeouts. She pitched a no-hitter in her very first varsity start as a freshman. Alexa Morello was a goldglove caliber first baseman, hit .351 this spring and was named a 2025 NEC All-Star, Agganis All-Star and team Unsung Hero. Hannah Duong and Maya Pina were both outSENIOR FEMALE ATHLETES | SEE PAGE 22 Clean-Outs! 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Setting the standard Saugus coaches agree — this group has raised the bar. “They have set a standard for the younger generation to come,” said Martinez, who praised their athleticism, competitiveness and leadership. “Having strong, athletic and competitive athletes has helped make the athletic program excel.” 2025 Saugus girls seniors: a strong legacy of success: Saugus girls soccer 2021: 10-8. Beat Sandwich, 2-1; lost to Norwell, 5-0, in Round 32. 2022: 12-5-1. Beat Southeastern, 6-0; Beat Tantasqua, 2-1; lost to Belchertown, 3-1, in Round of 16. 2023: 14-3-1. Beat North Reading, 1-0; lost to Medfield, 1-0, in Round 16. THE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FriDAy, AUGUST 15, 2025 OBITS | FROM PAGE 20 2024: 13-2-3. Beat East Bridgewater, 5-1; lost to Pope Francis, 3-2, in Round of 16. Saugus girls basketball 2022: 12-9. Lost to Bishop Stang, 55-30, in Round of 32. 2023: 13-7. Lost to Archbishop Williams, 52-44, in Round of 32. 2024: 13-7. Beat North High, 58-12; lost to Dover-Sherborn, 60-34, in Round of 32. 2025: 13-7. Beat Auburn, 59-25; lost to East Bridgewater, 68-42, in Round of 32. Saugus softball 2022: 13-7. Beat Belchertown, 13-1; lost to Austin Prep, 12-0, in Round of 32. 2023: 11-9. Lost to Bristol-Plymouth, 13-4, in Preliminary round. 2024: 10-10. Lost to Oakmont Regional, 7-6, in Preliminary round. 2025: 12-8. Lost to Hudson, 16-7, in Preliminary round. of Jennifer M. (Dewling) Greene for 44 years. Born in Melrose, he was the son of the late John Berthold and Janet (Gross) Greene. Though his life was cut too short. He lived one fuller than most. He was a local legend, raconteur, entrepreneur, selftaught engineer, musician, Sunday School Teacher, contractor, pastor, heavy equipment operator and occasional star of local stage and screen, among many other things.A true original, who played by his own rules and unabashedly marched to the beat of his own drum. A man whose life was defined Besides his wife, John is by an unmatched passion and enthusiasm that encouraged those around him to dream bigger than they’d ever allow themselves to do on their own. survived by his three children, John Greene and his wife Ariel of Belmont, Jessica Greene and her husband Gary Preston of NH, and Julia Greene of Beverly. He is also survived by his cherished grandchildren; Makayla, Brianna, Brody, Rowan, Lucas and Marion, and by his five siblings; Susan McKenny of ME, Michael and David Greene of Saugus, Pam Doherty of NH, and Christopher Greene of ME. At the request of the family, services were private. In lieu of flowers, donations in his memory may be made to the American Cancer Society @cancer.org. 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