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Vogler B oard of Selectmen Chair Anthony Cogliano has been outspoken in his criticism of the Marijuana Establishment Review Committee (MERC), particularly its ranking of Ulma Flowers as the best-suited location for an adult-use cannabis business in Saugus. “I toured Uma Flowers who you guys said was the number one applicant, and I didn’t see anything there that would lead me to believe that they are the number one,” Cogliano said during a selectmen’s meeting last week with Town Manager Scott C. Crabtree. “They have the worst location,” Cogliano said of Uma’s store in Pepperell. “They have the worst store. The smallest store. We are trying to find locations that would make money for Saugus, and eliminate problems in Saugus, and I don’t think that the report addressed that,” he said, referring to the MERC report. But Uma Flowers, with a proposed location at 24 Broadway (Route 1 North), was the unanimous selection of the seven-member MERC, achieving a perfect score of 140 total points, based on an “exceptional” rating by each member in each of the fi ve categories that were considered. Uma’s attorney this week took issue with several of Cogliano’s criticisms and sent a letter to him and other members of the board, which is considering the applications of seven companies seeking special (S-2) permits to locate a retail marijuana business in Saugus. “In an eff ort to clear up inaccuINACCURACIES | SEE PAGE 2 Facing the indictments: Then-Saugus Selectman Mark D. Mitchell is shown at his July 2019 arraignment on 18 criminal counts after being charged with a $1.3 million embezzlement scheme. Four years after the indictment, Mitchell recently pleaded guilty on all counts and received an 18-month jail sentence. Please see inside for story and other photos. (Saugus Advocate photo by Mark E. 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Selectmen held two nights of hearings with Uma and the six other applicants last month and are expected to resume discussion of the S-2 applicants. If a company receives the unanimous backing of the four selectmen who will vote, the next step would be to enter into a host community agreement with the town manager. And, finally, the Cannabis Control Commission would have to issue them a license. Selectman Jeff Cicolini recused himself from any vote because of a potential conflict of interest – one of the seven companies is a client of his accounting firm. Selectmen can issue a maximum three S-2 permits. But it will require a fourfifths approval, which means there will have to be a consensus of the four selectmen who will be voting. Attorney Romano noted in his letter to selectmen that he doesn’t expect Uma to be one of the companies receiving an S-2 permit. “GIVEN THE PROHIBITION OF SITING TWO RECREATIONAL MARIJUANA RETAIL ESTABLISHMENTS WITHIN 1,000 FEET OF EACH OTHER IN THE SAUGUS ZONING BYLAW, AND THE COMMENTS MADE BY THE CHAIR OF THE BOARD, IT IS A REASONABLE INFERENCE THAT DESPITE THE MERC’S INDEPENDENT ASSESSMENT, THE CHAIR BELIEVES THAT BOSTICA’S S-2 APPLICATION SHOULD BE AWARDED AND UMA’S SHOULD BE DENIED,” Romano wrote in capitalized text in his letter for emphasis. The MERC had noted in its report that Uma company officials reported being told by Cogliano that a license had already been approved for 44 Broadway (the Bostica site) and that Uma would have to find another location. Cogliano has strongly denied that allegation, calling it “a cheap shot” by the town manager. In his letter to selectmen, Romano detailed what he considers several inaccuracies, taking issue with specific comments Cogliano had made during the board’s Sept. 13 and 25 meetings. Here are the main comments that Romano focused on. Cogliano, at Sept. 13 meeting: “One of the licenses that was granted, I think it’s the smallest lot, one of the top scores, the smallest lot on the highway, the only one that didn’t submit a site plan, a plan of the building at their initial meeting, there was a previous site plan for a rug store that they... someone brought up, had parking for 7 cars, certainly not the same that was presented on August 10th. Just amazing some of the stuff I have seen over the last 2 days, I am not happy with any of it.” Romano’s rebuttal: Uma Flowers submitted the substantially equivalent plan to the MERC as to the Board with its S-2 permit application. Our 51st Anniversary Dan - 1972 We Sell Cigars & Accessories! 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Cogliano, at Sept. 25 meeting: “I toured Uma Flowers who you guys said was the number one applicant, and I didn’t see anything there that would lead me to believe that they are the number one. . . . They have the worst location. They have the worst store. The smallest store. We are trying to find location that would make money for Saugus, and eliminate problems in Saugus, and I don’t think that the Report addressed that.” Romano’s rebuttal: “Uma was additionally disappointed to hear that the same Board member denigrated Uma’s Pepperell location and did not even mention the Lunenburg location to the rest of the Board and the Town Manager when attacking Uma’s Pepperell location.” Uma’s Pepperell and Lunenburg locations are further evidence supporting the conclusion that Uma should be awarded an S-2 permit for the development and operation of a recreational marijuana retail establishment in Saugus. Cogliano, at Sept. 25 meeting: “Even the place that scored number one doesn’t have enough parking. They are going to get parking from the Army Barracks store next door. Smallest Place, smallest lot. They didn’t submit a site plan with the original application. There was one for a rug store that was submitted, that’s not the same parking, that’s not the same building layout, that was submitted in August of this year. . . .How did they score number one if they didn’t submit anything?” Romano’s rebuttal: Uma submitted all required materials to the MERC in February of 2023, including the site plan. Uma submitted a virtually identical site plan to the MERC that it did as part of its S-2 application on materials. Uma’s parking is more than sufficient and greatly exceeds the requirements under the Bylaw. “This question from the Board member, ‘[h]ow did they score number one if they didn’t submit anything?’ implies that nothing was submitted. On the contrary, Uma’s application to the MERC was 218 INACCURACIES | SEE PAGE 9 ׉ 7cassandra://vrMrD_y7Ptz0gRYqkf26i4XGBMwUlVlNNSqk-q9SaOo+`̰e#fK6e,׉E ZTHE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FriDAy, OCTObEr 6, 2023 Page 3 Former Selectman Mitchell goes to jail for stealing $1.3 million from nonprofit school By Mark E. Vogler E x-Saugus Selectman Mark D. Mitchell will serve up to 18 months in the House of Correction after pleading guilty to his role in a $1.3 million embezzlement scheme while working as comptroller at the Boston Center for Adult Education (BCAE). Mitchell, 53, was scheduled to go to trial this month, but accepted a plea agreement last week, admitting to the 18 criminal charges that a Suffolk County grand jury indicted him on four years ago: five counts of larceny by scheme, six counts of improper campaign expenditures, three counts of forgery, three counts of false entries in corporate books and one count UNCERTAIN FUTURE: Then-Saugus Selectman Mark Mitchell stared ahead during his arraignment in Suffolk Superior Court, shortly after his indictment in July of 2019 for embezzling $1.3 million from the Boston Center for Adult Education (Saugus Advocate file photo by Mark E. Vogler) FACING JAIL TIME: Mark D. Mitchell, a former Saugus selectman and comptroller of the Boston Center for Adult Education, could serve up to 18 months in jail and will be ordered to pay a yet-to-be-determined restitution after pleading guilty to his involvement in a $1.3-million embezzlement scheme. (Saugus Advocate file photo by Mark E. Vogler) of publishing false or exaggerated statements. “The scope of this scheme is made more contemptible when one considers the organization it victimized – an organization that has provided educational benefits to tens of thousands of adults since it was founded nearly a century ago,” District Attorney Kevin Hayden said in a statement this week. “This calculated theft struck at the heart of the BCAE’s ability to do what it does so well and has done for so long. Mr. Mitchell’s plea is only the beginning of the reparations that are justified in this shameful breach of fiduciary and civic trust,” Hayden said. Hayden’s office sought a prison sentence of three to four years. Attorney Carmine Lepore, who represented Mitchell in recent months, sought a suspended jail sentence, noting that he had no prior record and has heart issues. 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Continuous feast day celebrations could be watched from her Hanover Street apartment. Statues of patron saints adorned with dollars, so many friends and neighbors’ voices amidst the beat of an Italian band and the smell from vendors selling delicacies punctuated every event. She remembers Mayor Curley, Governor Tobin and John Kennedy when he was running for the Senate. Living an immigrant life is never easy, but especially so 95% of all births took place at home. Alcohol was prohibited but could be made in the 14% of bathtubs. Communication was by letter. Families gathered around the radio. And listened. Together. Carmella’s grandmother Filippa emigrated from Pietraperzia, a small village in Sicily. Widowed, she traveled with her children for a new life and hope in America, enduring the three-week transatlantic passage in steerage. Carmella’s mother, Peppina, never recovered and suffered from agoraphobia all her life. Filippa arranged marriages for her daughters, then found a parcel of land to farm in Saugus, living there until her death at 106. Carmella Meehan, a Saugonian who recently celebrated her 101st birthday (Courtesy photo to The Saugus Advocate) in the early 1900s. Carmella’s father worked as a laborer and her mother was a seamstress, sewing at night while the family slept. When she was only seven, the Great Depression entered her life and threatened whatever progress had been made in her family’s American journey. At 15 she graduated from the ninth grade and finished her schooling since more education wasn’t thought necessary for most girls. She went to work at a hosiery factory where she was a mill inspector, checking nylons for runs and imperfections. She made $12/week. Later, as the country geared up for war, she worked for the Wilson Leather Factory stitching leather military cases. Carmella met John, the love of her life, at a Navy Shipyard dance during World War II. They married in 1942 and were married for 64 years. He died in 2007 and she misses him every day. She has outlived her peers and many much younger than her. “It’s lonely at the top,” she said. But her four children, eight grandchildren, 15 great-grandchildren and Rose, the first great-great-grandchild, will make sure life is never lonely. The young girl who fearlessly ran around the North End, the young woman whose love of dancing led her to the love of her life, and the wife and mother who dedicated her life to family is still dancing in her heart. For Advertising with RESULTS, call The Advocate Newspapers at 781-233-4446 or info@advocatenews.net ׉ 7cassandra://B8XcZutISDpVPTvMtNBfCWRD1W9UxO9rVn5qR2L29_A.Z`̰e#fK6e.׉E THE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FriDAy, OCTObEr 6, 2023 ~ Political Announcement ~ Page 5 Herman-Dorant runs for TM in Precinct 1 M y name is Stacey Herman-Dorant and I’m running for Town Meeting Member in Precinct 1. My husband and I are proud to have called Saugus home for many years and have a son who attended our public schools. Having proudly served on the Aff ordable Housing Trust, it was my plan to run for this position last election cycle, but caring for elderly parents took me on another path. Now is the time to continue to give back to the community I love and care about. I’m energized to be even more involved in our community! Throughout my career as a university administrator, I have been an advocate for student support and success. I hold an undergraduate degree in communications and master’s degree in higher education administration. Both of my parents were public school employees. They instilled in me the importance of volunteering and giving back to the community you town are supported and preserved. I am a member and supporter of the Saugus River Watershed Council and Bike to the Sea. I am a resourceful and Stacey Herman-Dorant (Courtesy photo to The Saugus Advocate) call home. I have always been amazed at what our beautiful town has to off er. We are privileged to have a National Historic Site, our historic Town Hall, and recreational spaces that provide us with prime open space. I want to make sure that these special parts of our strong leader with proven results as a relationship builder and problem solver. I believe that the more local representation in our town governance, the better our town can succeed. In Saugus we are a “Representative Town Meeting” form of government, meaning that 50 local residents are elected to represent you at town meetings. I feel keeping this form of government will help to maintain the historical character and quality of life of our town. I ask for your vote and I look forward to working with other Precinct 1 Town Meeting Members to represent the constituents in our Precinct. 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My name is Matthew Parlante, and my commitment to the well-being of our town has motivated me to represent you in two significant capacities: Precinct 2 Town Meeting Member and the Charter Commission. As a father, United States Marine, Firefighter/EMT, and founding board member of a non-profit organization dedicated to aiding individuals in early recovery from substance use disorder, I bring a fresh and unbiased perspective to the table, centered in a community-focused approach. I am not entering this race to engage in finger-pointing or take any sides. Instead, I come to this race with a commitment to collaborate and create solutions. I’m getting involved to help. It is my position that a review of our current charter is an opportunity: it can help distinguish what doesn’t work for our town anymore from what could work better for the residents. People have expressed their dissatisfaction with the current status and want some action. Over 4,000 residents signed a petition in favor of a charter review and we should not ignore their voices nor the opportunity to see what’s possible. My priorities on the Charter Commission will be to bring transparency and your input to the review process and to make sure our community values are reflected in our official documents while ensuring that the place we call home reaches its fullest potential. I strongly believe that now, more than ever, our community needs dedicated, accessible and proactive representation in our town. Saugus is facing some pressing issues today, including effectively managing the integration of migrant families into our community, restoring confidence in our local school system, and addressing the ongoing building occurring under the 40B process which permits development without the input of town hall or the community. I’m ready to get to work but I can’t do it alone — I need your insights and support. 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During his career he was an all-star 18 times, twice a member of the Orioles World Series Championship, American League MVP in 1964, World Series MVP in 1970, 16 Gold Glove Awards, Roberto Clemente Award in 1972, Baltimore Orioles Hall of Fame member and Major League Baseball All Century Team member. He was inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame in 1983. Born in Little Rock as Brooks Calbert Robinson, he delivered papers for The Arkansas Gazette and became the operator of the scoreboard and sold soft drinks at Lamar Porter Field in Little Rock. His father played second base for a local semipro team and taught Brooks to play as a youngster. When Brooks got older, he played for Little Rock Central High School and the American Legion Doughboys for the M.M. Eberts Post Number One in Little Rock; the team reached the regional fi nals in 1952 when he was 15 and reached the sectional tournament in 1953. He was approached by the University of Arkansas to play both baseball and basketball and was awarded a full scholarship, but he wanted to play pro baseball. Linsday Deal went to Capital View Methodist Church with the Robinson family and had been a teammate of the Baltimore Orioles’ Paul Richards on a minor league team and told Richards of Brooks’ abilities. Scouts came to see Robinson play and he was off ered to sign for the Cincinnati Reds, the New York Giants and the Orioles. Each team off ered $4,000 and Brooks decided on the Orioles. He made his debut for Baltimore on June 3, 1955, at second base. He batted two for four. He played the next season at Class AA Antonio Missions. He was brought up late in the season, played in 15 games – demonstrating his terrifi c fi elding abilities – but only batted .227. Brooks competed with Hall of Famer George Kell in spring training for third base, and Kell was shifted to first base. He suff ered many injuries during the season and only played 50 games. The Orioles had him play winter ball in Havana, and he led the league with nine home runs. He contributed to a no-hitter by making three terrific fi elding plays. After the 1958 season, he joined the Arkansas National Guard. He couldn’t practice so he wasn’t in shape for the 1959 season. The Orioles sent him to the Vancouver Mounties of the Class AAA of the Pacifi c League. He became an everyday player in 1960 and remained there through 1965. That led to his fi rst all-star selection. On July 15 in 1962, he became the fi rst Oriole to hit for the cycle: single, double, triple and home run. He batted .303, hit 23 home runs and had 86 RBIs. During the 1963 season, he had played 462 consecutive games when the manager benched him – hitting only .219 by the all-star game. He fi nished the season hitting .251, 11 home runs and 67 RBIs. He worked with coach Gene Woodling in the off season. He was an outstanding player for the Orioles in 1966 and 1971 when the club won the World Series. In 1970 he was awarded the Hickok Belt given to the top Saugus resident named to Dean’s List for spring 2023 semester Saint Anselm College has released the Dean’s List of high academic achievers for the second semester of the 20222023 school year. To be eligible for this honor, a student must have achieved a grade point average of 3.4 or better in the semester with at least 12 credits of study which award a letter grade. A total of 557 students representing 24 states and 5 countries received this honor. Mark W. Cronin, Dean of the College, announced that Saugus resident Julia Azzari (Biology [BSH], 2023) was named to the Dean’s List for the spring 2023 semester. About Saint Anselm College: Founded in 1889, Saint Anselm College is a four-year liberal arts college providing a 21st century education in the Catholic, Benedictine tradition. Located in southern New Hampshire near Boston and the seacoast, Saint Anselm is well known for its strong liberal arts curriculum, the New Hampshire Institute of Politics, a highly successful nursSaugus resident graduates from Marquette University Michael Sullivan of Saugus, Mass., graduated from Marquette University in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Sullivan earned a Master’s degree in Business Administration. Marquette University is a Catholic, Jesuit university that draws over 7,500 undergraduate and 3,500 graduate and professional students from nearly all states and more than 60 countries. In addition to its nationally recognized academic programs, Marquette is known for its service learning programs and internships as students are challenged to use what they learn to make a diff erence in the world. Find out more about Marquette at marquette.edu. ing program, a legacy of community service and a commitment to the arts. professional athlete of the year. In 1971 he played 50 games in a row without an error. His fi - nal season was 1977 where he often sat on the bench as the team had a new youngster, Doug DeCinces. His career totals were 2,896 games played, .267 batting average, at bat 10,654 times, 1,232 runs scored, 2,848 hits, 482 doubles, 68 triples, 268 home runs, 1,357 RBIs, 28 stolen bases, 860 bases on balls and 990 strikeouts. He became a color analyst for the Orioles TV games in retirement. An outstanding third baseman, probably the best ever, he will long be remembered in Major League Baseball. (Editor’s Note: Bill Stewart, better known to Saugus Advocate readers as “The Old Sachem,” “The Old Sachem,” Bill Stewart (Courtesy photo to The Saugus Advocate by Joanie Allbee) writes a weekly column about sports – and sometimes he opines on current or historical events or famous people.) GRAND OPENING SPECIAL! 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Teaghan Arsenault, an eighth-grader, scored the first goal with 22 seconds left in the first quarter. Revere came back and scored with seven seconds left in the first. Jessica Bremberg scored off of a corner in the third with a pass from Grace Fiore. Mia Shawdee scored in the fourth with six minutes left. “I liked that the girls were getting aggressive in front of the net and it paid off,” Saugus coach Barbara Guarente said. “Confidence wise they now realize that they have the capability to score.” The game before – on the road against Masconomet (a 3-0 loss) – was the best game of the season, according to the Saugus coach. In the earlier meeting between the teams, Masconomet won, 11-0. The Sachems this time played the Chieftains to a 0-0 tie after one quarter. “We lost one of our top players at the end of this quarter with a broken finger,” Guarente said. It was still tied going into the second half. With nine minutes to go in the third, Masconomet scored and again scored in the fourth with 10 minutes to go. “It was a back-to-back battle,” Guarente said. “The girls implemented everything they have learned... dodging, lifting the ball, cutting, dribbling, sending and shooting on net. It was very impressed with the quality of hockey played.” Saugus also tied Peabody, 0-0. Saugus tried a new set up on the field, and it seemed to work well with the girls. Sami Sarnacchiaro had a new role on the field and really shined. She played the entire field, keeping the ball in the Peabody end. Julia Strout also was playing a new position. She was moved from forward to midfield, where she excelled. This will be her new position for the rest of the season. Saugus had another competitive loss – 1-0 against Marblehead on the road. SOCCER: SAUGUS JUMPS TO 7-2 AFTER WIN OVER ST. MARY’S Saugus took care of St. Mary’s, 6-1, bringing the team to 7-2 on the season. Madi Femino found Shay Sewell for a goal in the first half, and Saugus had its second goal when Natalie Justice on a corner found Shawn Sewell for a header. The Sachems scored four goals in the second half, by Liliana Hernandez, Shawn Sewell (assisted by captain Femino), Madison Botta and Femino (Botta assist). Botta has 14 goals on the season. Defenders Layla Manderson and captain Violet Hawley contained St. Mary’s attack. Tori Carter came up big with a couple of saves to keep Saugus in the game early on and throughout. The match before, Saugus beat Winthrop, 7-0. Shay Sewell had a penalty-kick goal. Shawn Sewell found Botta, and Shay Sewell also got a pass to Botta for a goal. Shay Sewell picked up another assist to Liliana Hernandez (two goals), and Veronica added a goal and two assists. Femino added a goal. Carter made a few key saves in the back. Hawley and Manderson again came up with huge games on the back line. Hawley played a huge part in the offense, too, moving the ball up with the Sewells. SAUGUS GOLF TEAM EIGHT-GRADERS SHINE IN LOSS Eighth-graders John MorelMeet the Saugus Impact Girls Soccer Team lo and Conor Lacey were the point-getters in a 64.5-7.5 loss to Danvers. “It was an extremely rainy day with very tough conditions,” Saugus coach John Sievens said. Saugus was missing three players. SAUGUS RUNNERS HELP NORTHEAST METRO TECH TO WINS The Northeast boys’ and girls’ cross-country teams gave a great effort but came up short against Shawsheen. It was their first away meet, and Shawsheen has a tough course. Saugus resident Amanda Oliveira was the first runner across the line for Northeast Metro Tech and the third runner overall in a time of 27:08. She was followed closely by her teammates Lizzy Cruz and Julia Ferreira. Saugus resident Annabella Tum was fourth for Northeast and in ninth place overall. Following her was Reina Martino. The sixth Northeast runner to cross the line was Farah Belayachi of Saugus. The girls’ team topped Whittier, 25-34. The girls’ team was led by freshman Oliveira of Saugus with a time of 24:53. The next three runners to cross the line and score for Northeast were Cruz, Martino and Brianny Muneton. They ran in a tight pack and worked together for the entire race. Rounding out the top seven runners were Ferreira, Belayachi (Saugus) and Annabella Tum (Saugus). The No r t hea s t boy s ’ cross-country team ran well at Shawsheen, but they were not able to secure a win. The top seven runners to cross the line for Northeast were Chris Sullivan, Rhys McDowell, Higor Machado, Justin Victoria, Kieran Duffy, Wilder Urrutia and Gio Robles. The team then topped Whittier, 26-32. The team was led by Machado, McDowell and Victoria. The fourth runner to cross the line for Northeast was Kieran Duffy, and the fifth runner to cross the line was Gino Chiaravalloti of Saugus. “He was our last scoring runner and his performance helped the team to achieve their first win,” Northeast coach Justin Fitzgerald said. Saugus resident Kason Imbrogna achieved his best time of the season so far, coming in at 25:42. SAUGUS BOYS’ SOCCER TEAM NETS FIRST WIN Guillermo Sepulveda’s club beat Winthrop, 1-0. “They played as a unit on both sides,” the Saugus coach said. Saugus’ Isaac Cesco had a fraction of a second to kick the ball, and it bounced off the keeper and rolled in on the right side for Saugus’ goal. THIS WEEK ON SAUGUS TV Sunday, Oct. 8 from 9–11 p.m. on Channel 8 – “Sunday Night Stooges” (The Three Stooges). Monday, Oct. 9 all day on Channel 8 – “Movie Monday” (classic movies). Tuesday, Oct. 10 at 7 p.m. on Channel 9 – Board of Selectmen live. Wednesday, Oct. 11 at 4:30 p.m. on Channel 22 – Boys Soccer vs. Salem live. Thursday, Oct. 12 at 6 p.m. on Channel 9 – School Committee live. Friday, Oct. 13 at 8:30 p.m. on Channel 9 – Library Board of Trustees from Oct. 12. Saturday, Oct. 14 at 1 p.m. on Channel 22 – Field Hockey vs. Beverly from Oct. 9. Saugus TV can be seen on Comcast Channels 8 (Public), 9 (Government) & 22 (Educational). ***programming may be subject to change without notice*** For complete schedules, please visit www. saugustv.org Saugus Impact, a G8 girls soccer team, relaxes after a recent win over Lawrence. Pictured from left to right: first row: Keira Kinder, Isobel Penza, Emma Leo, Amani Guenanou, Sophia Coelho, Lucia Giron, Juliana Valentine, Brooke Foley, Vittoria Valentine; second row: Coach Mike Hashem, Alexa DeModena, Riley Moses, Victoria Tum, Kaitlyn Hashem, Alannah Duong, Georgia Condakes, Selena Garcia, Ava Foley and Coach Mike Bluette. Missing from photo: Julia Loberg. (Courtesy photo to The Saugus Advocate) The Saugus Advocate Saugus’ Only Local Newspaper! ׉ 7cassandra://aDnd-8y85lkySj-QqS9nHxygZYFp6LKws3obFQJxmTg(s`̰e#fK6e2׉ETHE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FriDAy, OCTObEr 6, 2023 ~ Political Announcement ~ Page 9 Meredith runs for TM in Precinct 2 J eannie Meredith is pleased to announce her candidacy for Precinct 2 Town Meeting Member. Meredith is a Saugus High School graduate and a lifelong Saugus resident. She is the proud wife of Shane Meredith and mother of daughters Janelle (30) and Paige (28), sons Shane (22) and AJ (22), grandmother to Carter (8), Trey Jr. (18 months), Shane (1) and Millie Inez (newborn). Jeannie has lived in her home on Dale St. for the vast majority of her life and has chosen to raise her family and extended family in the same INACCURACIES | FROM PAGE 2 pages. Uma submitted a complete MERC application in February of 2022. The assertion otherwise is simply untrue. Uma remains confused as to where such confusion came from.” Cogliano, at Sept. 25 meetneighborhood that she calls “Home.” Jeanie’s 30 years of public involvement is characterized by her unwavering commitment to Saugus youth as well as advocacy for policies and initiatives that serve the greater public good. She has served as Chair of the Saugus School Committee for three terms, Chair of the School Building Committee which oversaw the building of the new SMHS Complex, the renovation of the Veterans Memorial School and the safety and structural enhancements to the Beling: “We have one applicant who invested $40,000,000 in a grow facility in Lynn, and we have another applicant that invested $750,000 at a horrible location in Pepperell, and we picked the one in Pepperell because she has a retail experience. You gotta be kidding me. That’s the criteria for domonte Middle School, Parent Teacher Organization, and the Wellness Advisory Board. In addition, Meredith has also served on numerous educational subcommittees over the past several years, including the Policy Subcommittee, Athletic Subcommittee, Food service, Safety and Transportation, Building Maintenance and the Teacher Sick Bank. Meredith has always had a passion for serving Saugus youth, both educationally and in their religious pursuits. She had been a religious education coordinator for 7th and 8th grades as well as a ing that? They have one store open?” Romano’s rebuttal: One of the issues before the Board is retail marijuana experience, as the applications before the Board are to develop and operate Recreational Marijuana Retail Establishments in Saugus. Parent Group Leader for 9th & 10th grade confirmation class at the St. Margaret’s/Blessed Sacrament Church for several years. She currently serves as a Eucharistic Minister at St. Margaret’s Church, President of St. Vincent DePaul (St. Margaret’s Church). As Vice Chairman of the Saugus Planning Board Meredith has been an outspoken advocate for proper notice to abutters to proposed development projects. “The quality of life in our town is best seen in the various neighborhoods in Saugus,” stated Meredith. “Town Meeting plays a critical JAIL | FROM PAGE 3 Bay. Judge Doolin also ordered Mitchell to pay restitution – an amount that will be determined at a Nov. 9 restitution hearing. Prosecutors say that Mitchell wrote $896,537 in checks to himself, $82,510 in checks role in promoting responsible and orderly development. My goal is to do things that improve neighborhoods rather than compromise them.” Meredith states she supports efforts to revitalize Cliftondale but will not sacrifice adjoining residential areas to accomplish that goal. “There must be a balance between progress and preservation. I am confident we can achieve that balance.” As one of your five Precinct 2 Town meeting Members I will encourage your participation and be willing to be your voice. Thank you to the Saugus Wings – an AAU baseball organization which he owned and operated in Saugus – and $242,749 in checks to various unauthorized third-party organizations for his personal benefit and the benefit of his AAU teams. 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One eight-minute stretch in the second quarter was all it took for things to unravel, and the Big Blue had all their 35 points. Three touchdown passes – a fumble return for a touchdown – an interception return for a touchdown. Saugus blinked, and it was a seemingly insurmountable lead that led to its first loss of the season in four games. The Sachems fell to 3-1 and were kept off the scoreboard for the first time this season. Saugus had averaged 30.6 points in its first three games. “Take out eight minutes of the second quarter, and that’s a 0-0 football game,” Saugus football coach Steve Cummings said. “They scored all five touchdowns in an eight-minute stretch in the second quarter. So we had a bad eight minutes. That’s what we had. It is what it is. We learned from it as football team, and we will grow, and we will get better. Hopefully we can get some of our guys back.” Cam Preston, the team’s quarterback, missed the game and is out for the year. Kinda like the nightmare already started. Preston had been lighting it up as the team’s signal-caller, throwing multiple touchdown passes and moving one of the North Shore’s most efficient offenses forward in the first three weeks of this 2023 football season. He’ll be having knee surgery. “He had been playing with a brace on his knee and has some damage in there,” Cummings said. “And it’s just gotten to the point where Wednesday in practice we got the bad news that we got – he’ll be lost for the year.” Braden Faiella, center and middle linebacker, is battling a knee injury, and he didn’t he’s going to learn from mistakes. Hats off to Swampscott. They’re a fantastic football team.” Salem is coming off wins of 51-24 over Arlington, 15-7 over Danvers, 28-0 over Greater Lawrence Tech and 40-6 PICK SIX: Members of the Saugus High football team celebrated following an interception for a touchdown against Lynn English last week. (Advocate file photo) play Friday night. Cody Munafo, fullback and middle linebacker, is also battling a knee injury and missed the Swampscott game. They are each day-to-day for Saugus’ next game – at Salem Friday, Oct. 6 at 6:30 p.m. Salem is unbeaten, and this will be Saugus’ first of four games in the Northeastern Conference Lynch Division. They are hoping to get everything back on track like it was in the first three games. Saugus’ Jordan Rodriguez stepped in as quarterback with 48 hours’ notice for the Swampscott game. “I thought he came in and did some really nice things,” Cummings said. “He’s a sophomore, and he’s just gonna get better and better and better and better. Jordan is going to be a fantastic football player for this program and kind of got thrown into the mix Friday night. He did some really good things and he did some things where over Gloucester. “There are no easy outs in this league,” Cummings said. “Everybody’s good. Everyone can play. Coach [Matt] Bouchard talked about where that program was four or five years ago. And Coach Bouchard has done an incredible job.” Box Score Swampscott 35, Saugus 0 Liam Keaney 11-yard pass from Jack Spear (Joey Marino kick) Jack Hazell 50-yard pass from Jack Spear (Joey Marino kick) Jay Domelowicz 10-yard fumble return (Joey Marino kick) Jack Hazell 77-yard pass from Jack Spear (Joey Marino kick) Jack Hazell 64-yard interception return (Joey Marino kick) Representative Wong supports comprehensive $1.02 billion tax relief package reforms estate tax, expands Senior Circuit breaker and rental deduction B OSTON – State Representative Donald H. Wong (R-Saugus) has joined with his colleagues to approve a comprehensive tax package that will provide significant financial relief to Massachusetts residents and businesses. House Bill 4104, An Act to improve the Commonwealth’s competitiveness, affordability, and equity, offers a phased-in approach to a series of tax reforms that is expected to produce $561 million in savings for taxpayers this fiscal year and an estimated $1.02 billion in savings once the changes are fully implemented in 2026. The bill, which represents a compromise negotiated over the last three months by a six-member conference committee, received preliminary approval by the House of Representatives on a vote of 155-1 on September 27. Representative Wong noted that the final tax package provides for increases in the child and dependent tax credit, the rental deduction cap, and the Earned Income Tax Credit. It also doubles the Senior Circuit Breaker tax credit while raising the estate tax threshold from $1 million to $2 million and increasing the amount seniors can deduct from their property taxes when participating in the Senior Property Tax Volunteer Program. House Bill 4104 also authorizes a reduction in the short-term capital gains tax rate and implements a single sales factor for companies beginning January 1, 2025 to encourage economic growth and help maintain Massachusetts-based businesses. In addition, the bill triples the maximum allowable Title V tax credit for homeowners repairing or replacing their septic tanks, while also expanding the lead paint abatement and taking steps to promote more housing development across the state. According to Representative Wong, House Bill 4104: • .Combines the child and dependent tax credits into one while eliminating the existing cap and increasing the credit from $180 to $310 in FY23 and to $440 in FY24, which will benefit over 565,000 families; • .Increases the rental deduction cap from $3,000 to $4,000, which will assist approximately 800,000 renters; • .Raises the Earned Income Tax Credit from 30% to 40% of the federal credit, which will benefit approximately 400,000 taxpayers earning less than $60,000; • .Doubles the maximum Senior Circuit Breaker tax credit from $1,200 to $2,400, indexed to inflation, to assist nearly 100,000 seniors with their housing costs; • .Eliminates the estate tax for all estates valued under $2 million and allows for a uniform credit of $99,600, effective January 1, 2023; • .Allows municipalities to provide up to $2,000 in property tax reductions for older residents participating in the senior work-off program, which is currently capped at $1,500; • .Reduces the tax on shortterm capital gains from 12% to 8.5%; • .Replaces the current three-prong sales tax apportionment for Massachusetts-headquartered businesses that incorporates property, payroll and sales with a new system that only factors in sales; • .Increases the maximum tax credit for septic tank repairs or replacement under Title V from $6,000 to $18,000 and also increases the amount that can be claimed to $4,000 per year; • .Doubles the lead paint abatement to $1,000 for partial abatement and $3,000 for full abatement; • .Raises the statewide cap on the Housing Development Incentive Program (HDIP) from $10 million to $57 million for one year before setting the annual cap at $30 million moving forward; • .Raises the annual authorization for the Low Income Housing Tax Credit from $40 million to $60 million; • .Allows cities and town to adopt a local property tax exemption for renters whose income falls below a certain level set by the community; • .Increases the statewide cap on the Dairy Tax Credit from $6 million to $8 million to assist local farmers impacted by reductions in milk prices; • .Makes public transit fares and certain other expenses eligible for the commuter expenses tax deduction; • .Expands the number of occupations eligible for the workforce development tax credit; • .Exempts employer student loan payments from being counted as taxable income by the state; and • .Increases the maximum amount of alcohol that hard ciders and still wines may contain from 6% of alcohol by weight to 8.5%, which will allow more of these locally produced products to be taxed at a lower rate. House Bill 4104 must still be approved by the Senate and enacted in both branches before reaching Governor Maura Healey’s desk for her review and signature. ׉ 7cassandra://VaVPoaihNzGrcwQauZWXXYe5dqyvD26U8JGJuZMA98g'`̰e#fK6e4׉ETHE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FriDAy, OCTObEr 6, 2023 Page 11 Lady Sachems Field Hockey beat Revere, 3-1 Sydney Ferreira of Saugus with the ball. Sami Samacchiaro with the ball for Saugus. Mia Shandee of Saugus with the ball during Mondays match at Harry Della Russo Stadium in Revere. Sydney Ferreira with ball. Sydney Ferreira keeps control of the ball for Saugus. Goalie Jordan Ripley and Grace Fiore guard the goal for Saugus during their 3-1 win on Monday. Angi Dow of Saugus with the ball. Grace Fiore battles a Revere player for the ball. Captain Jessica Bremberg with the ball for Saugus. Grace Fiore keeps control of the ball as a player from Revere moves in. Samantha Murray avoids a stick to the face and keeps control of the ball for Saugus. 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Three spooky spiders have begun climbing my neighbors’ house, and a black cat and friends have taken up their places on the lawn! If you stop a minute nearby, you may see Scooby-Doo emerge from one of the jack-o-lanterns on the lawn. I have heard that this animated figure is very unusual, and many of the neighborhood children have their pictures taken next to it when trick-or-treating. Foliage is beginning to turn, and I always associate Topsfield Fair week with the bright colors of poison ivy (Toxicodendron radicans), since it seems to be climbing many of the trees along Route 1 all the way up to the fairgrounds. Another native vine with colorful fall foliage is Virginia creeper (Parthenocissus quinquefolia). People sometimes confuse the two, since they often grow in similar habitats. A quick way to distinguish the two is that poison ivy has leaves with three leaflets, while Virginia creeper has five on most leaves. However, Virginia creeper is unlikely to cause allergic reactions and rashes. Birds may appreciate the fruits of both, so these vines do have wildlife value even if the poison ivy is rarely appreciated in gardens. Both vines are energetic climbers and can thrive in shade and disturbed areas as well as wild locations. While Virginia creeper may have much to recommend it, especially in fall, it sometimes is inclined to take over more space than we want to give it. Autumn colchicum (ColchiA red stripe of our native Virginia creeper rises in the green woods as foliage begins to turn. (Courtesy photo to The Saugus Advocate by Laura Eisener) cum autumnalis), sometimes called autumn crocus, is a fall blooming bulb with pinkish or white flowers. It sometimes comes as a surprise to see the lily-like flowers coming up directly from the ground in early October, with no leaves or stems visible. The leaves in fact did appear in the spring, then like many other bulbs would have become dormant by early summer, leaving what looks like an empty spot for most of the summer season. While both the colchicum and a few actual crocus species bloom in the fall, they are not actually closely related. Colchicum belongs to the colchicum family (Colchicaceae), while crocus belongs to the iris family (Iridcaceae). The flowers now blooming in my front garden were eagerly anticipated, as they were given to me in the spring when Margie Berkowitch was changing her garden beds in East Saugus. Margie and I are both happy they survived the A trio of giant spiders climbs the wall of this home in Lynnhurst. (Courtesy photo to The Saugus Advocate by Laura Eisener) move! They do seem to have some damage to the petals done by slugs, which have become fairly plentiful in this year’s wet season. Montauk daisy is one of the last perennials to come into bloom in our gardens. While the flower heads with yellow disks and white petaled ray florets are extremely similar to the Shasta daisies (Leucanthemum superbum) that bloom much earlier in the year – usually July, sometimes continuing into August – and to the naturalized oxeye daisy (Leucanthemum vulgare), which peaks in bloom here in June, this Asian plant rarely opens its buds before the beginning of October. the common name refers to Montauk point on the tip of Long Island, N.Y. It is occasionally known as Nippon daisy, Nippon being the Japanese name for Japan, since it grows wild in Japan, growing on cliffs and similar windy, rocky habitats. That explains why it adapted so Montauk daisy, one of the last of the season’s flowers to open, is visited by a small copper butterfly. (Courtesy photo to The Saugus Advocate by Laura Eisener) well to Montauk point, and why it does so well in coastal locations. Unlike the oxeye daisy and the Shasta daisy, the plant itself is somewhat shrubby, with leaves that stay green quite late into the winter even in our climate. Many kinds of bees and other pollinators, including the small copper butterfly (Lycaena phlaeas), are attracted to the late blooming Montauk Scooby-Doo and Friends greet Halloween season in this Lynnhurst garden. (Courtesy photo to The Saugus Advocate by Laura Eisener) This autumn colchicum, sometimes called autumn crocus, relocated this spring from East Saugus to Lynnhurst. (Courtesy photo to The Saugus Advocate by Laura Eisener) daisy. Also known as American copper, or common copper, this is a member of the Lycaenids, or gossamer-winged butterfly family (Lycaenidae). The favorite food plants of the larvae are red sorrel (Rumex acetosella) and common sorrel (Rumex acetosa), although adult butterflies are drawn to a more diverse range of plants, including daisies, thistles and other aster family members as well as unrelated species like clovers. This butterfly can be found in many parts of the northern hemisphere, in Asia, Europe and North America. 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://IWTparicEZ0Z32uHWsmytGsdm4d7H3sg0fefqjQYYyA+`̰e#fK6e6׉E"THE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FriDAy, OCTObEr 6, 2023 Page 13 The Sounds of Saugus By Mark E. Vogler Good morning, Saugus! We’re just eight days away from one of the most unifying events that the town has to offer – particularly for newcomers to town. For the second year in a row, the Saugus Middle-High School Complex, at 1 Pearce Memorial Dr., will be hosting Saugus 4-1-1 next Saturday (Oct. 14), 9 a.m. through noon. “This year’s Saugus 4-1-1 event has grown substantially over our first time last year,” Selectman Corinne Riley told me this week. “We have received 30 requests for non-profit groups and committees to be a part of this wonderful event welcoming new families, and inviting all Saugus residents whether they have lived here for 1 year or 60 years to learn about what Saugus has to offer as well as questions anyone may have concerning our town and the school district along with these non-profit groups including youth sports, houses of worship, clubs, police/fire, veteran groups, seniors, library information, and so much more!” Riley was the instigator of last year’s event, which was a very productive start of what could turn into a great tradition for a community that’s lacking a Chamber of Commerce. “This year, there are three added features to get people interested in their organization. The Saugus Theater Company will perform a sample from their upcoming production of ‘Little Shop of Horrors,’ the Lions will have their Eye mobile testing sight and hearing, and the Saugus Garden Club will have a demonstration as well. Everyone who has been involved in supporting and organizing this event, hope many new as well as all Saugonians stop in to see what our town has to offer!” I can tell you from having attended last year’s event, that it’s well worth your while and your family’s time to attend Saugus 4-1-1, whether you are a newcomer trying to get oriented to Saugus or a longtime resident who wants a refresher course on the government entities, town departments and local organizations that make Saugus tick. “Take in everything there is to find out about our town,” declares a postcard-sized promotion that’s been circulating in recent weeks. “Learn about non-profit, youth sports and clubs you or your family may be interested in, town information, Senior Center, Library Groups, Houses of Worship, School District information.” Tours of the complex will be available. For further information or questions, please email Saugus411@gmail.com If you haven’t done so already and are free next Saturday morning, mark it down on your calendar as a must event. Pink Out Game Sunday Saugus Youth Football & Cheer will be holding their annual “Pink Out Game” this Sunday (Oct. 8) at the high school football field, starting with flag football at 12:30 p.m. and with the seventh/eighth grade team ending the night under the lights with a 7 p.m. game. Organizers will have raffle baskets, donations opportunities and a 50/50 raffle with proceeds from these opportunities going to Saugus families that are battling cancer. Saugus Youth Football & Cheer has invited the whole community and our opponent communities out to support the cause and have some fun while they’re at it. Italian Night Dinner at Elks on Oct. 12 The Saugus-Everett Elks annual Italian Night dinner will be held on Thursday, October 12, in the Parkview Room of the Lodge at 401 Main St. in Saugus. Cocktails at 6:30, dinner at 7:30, followed by a few laughs and presentations to our honorees. Town Clerk Ellen Schena will be honored as our Public Servant of the Year and Principal of Northeast Metro-Tech Carla Scuzzarella as our Educator of the Year. Tickets for the dinner are $15 per person and can be reserved by contacting chairman Steve Doherty at precinct4steve@gmail.com or 617-956-2560. All proceeds benefit local Elks charities. Food Pantry notes The Saugus United Parish Food Pantry is open today (Friday, Oct. 6) from 9:30-11 a.m. Legion Breakfast today There’s a good breakfast deal for Saugus veterans and other folks who enjoy a hearty breakfast on Friday mornings. The American Legion Post 210 at 44 Taylor St. in Saugus offers Friday morning breakfasts for the 2023-24 season. Doors open at 7:30, with breakfast served from 8-9:00 a.m. for an $8 donation. Veterans who cannot afford the donation may be served for free. Special “Shout Outs” Town Manager Scott C. Crabtree offered a special “Shout Out” after learning that Saugus has been awarded $11,700 in funds from the state Department of Environmental Protection’s (MassDEP) Recycling Dividends Program: “We’re thrilled to receive this grant. I want to give a special thanks to Scott Brazis for his efforts as the Town’s Director of Solid Waste/Recycling. These funds are in recognition of the commitment our residents and businesses have made to reducing the waste stream so that less material flows to landfills and incinerators. These funds will help us continue to expand our efforts. When we all recycle, everyone benefits.” MassDEP awards municipalities funds from the Sustainable Materials Recovery Program. The Town of Saugus has earned nine points and will receive $11,700. The Sustainable Materials Recovery Program was created under 310 CMR 19.300-303 and the Green Communities Act, which directs a portion of the proceeds from the sale of Waste Energy Certificates to recycling programs approved by MassDEP. This year, MassDEP is awarding more than $5 million total to 283 municipalities and regional groups. Town Manager Scott C. Crabtree and Public Works Director Brendan O’Regan offered high praise for Brett Lincoln and Charles Graffeo, two “new team members” who have been hired for the Saugus Department of Public Works. Lincoln has spent the past nine years as a Marine Terminal Operator for Global Petroleum in Revere. Graffeo has been a temporary seasonal employee at the Saugus DPW during the past two years and recently graduated from University of New Hampshire. Both new team members are Saugus residents. “I am proud to announce the appointment of both Mr. Graffeo and Mr. Lincoln,” said Town Manager Crabtree. “They both value the importance of public service and will be dedicated to responsive and professional service to the people and businesses of Saugus.” “I’m thrilled to add these two gentlemen to our team,” said DPW Director O’Regan. “Brett and Charlie are top-notch, and I know the people of Saugus will be well served by both of them.” 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. Historical Society hosts talk on Appleton’s Pulpit On Wednesday, Oct. 11, Paul Kenworthy will give a talk on “Appleton’s Pulpit: Samuel Appleton and The First American Revolution” at the Saugus Historical Society meeting at 7 p.m. at 30 Main St. Paul is a National Park Ranger at the Saugus Iron Works National Historic Site and Vice President of the Saugus Historical Society. In 1687, words were spoken from the top of a large rock outcrop in Saugus against the tyranny of Great Britain in its demands from the colonies. The meeting is free and open to the public. Light refreshments will be served. Town Election Watch The countdown is on for the biennial town election – set for Nov. 7. There are only four more editions after today until the election. I’m making comprehensive coverage of the candidates and the issues my top priority for the next four editions after today. We should know by today (Friday, Oct. 6) about the placement of candidates on this year’s town election ballot. Town Clerk Ellen Schena and the Board of Registrars met yesterday in the second floor auditorium at Saugus Town Hall for a drawing of the ballot positions. Getting their name placed higher on the ballot could provide an edge to candidates in races where a lot of folks are running. And, of course, nothing beats staying visible and getting the word out to potential voters. As a public service, The Saugus Advocate again will provide free political announcements accompanied by a headshot photo. But please be concise and straightforward in getting your message out. CandiTHE SOUNDS | SEE PAGE 14 —Cont est— CONTEST SKETCH OF THE WEEK Can You Guess Who? If you know, call 978 683-7773 and your name will be entered into a drawing contest to win. The prize is a $10 gift certificate from the contest’s sponsor, the Hammersmith Family Restaurant, which is located at 330 Central St. in Saugus. ׉ 7cassandra://nbRd6wSGqO13cGPR80AsmiiIMbYp66RIe0cOTYhy4GE'`̰e#fK6e7e#fK6e6 PבCט(u׉׉ 7cassandra://cLgTu3GVgjUKqxGtM5T-4QFP6UeyvlmFIjWSavVrWsE 1-`)׉ 7cassandra://UUg7o8K8H1RHY_UqpC_L-g08EBCg4VJx0AdJ03JDep8͑`J׉ 7cassandra://lt5cy4jIElC-z4Is4iIP0b2svNSOhRDjSsqtUkVNOg4%[`̰׉ 7cassandra://WPWx0mVYFGkqc0qojaj0tkYErougGWcW-hyXbY_MDKQd6͠e#fK6ehט((u׉׉ 7cassandra://zDwNJ-9aAUqv3t3CE1SRt77hs3TGM4vVvCiEtOMzzCE )`)׉ 7cassandra://74cIIzZw09PJUYoiL_ZottmjdkVr5H4eq3LtRAPVoBY͕`J׉ 7cassandra://dJXIEtgik8Cw5KXg7rTmc-OQuJToCSjhVXDdkS13vgg'`̰׉ 7cassandra://Qsp0Mc96SGwmBA12Vsd0JpO2634DZoDBOssbQ8E9MF8oX͠e#fK6eiנe#fK6ey 4C_ 9ׁHhttp://comcast.netׁ ׁ Јנe#fK6ex 5Á9ׁHmailto:roby.saugusdar@gmail.comׁ ׁ Јנe#fK6ew@BK9ׁHhttp://brary.orgׁ ׁ Јנe#fK6evX؁̛9ׁHhttp://guspubliclibrary.orgׁ ׁ Јנe#fK6eud/̟9ׁHmailto:alcouncil@gmail.comׁ ׁ Јנe#fK6etd9ׁHhttp://council.org/localׁ ׁ Ј׉E*Page 14 THE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FriDAy, OCTObEr 6, 2023 THE SOUNDS | FROM PAGE 13 Sa nr Sa a nior y Senior Seni by Jim Miller Three Vaccines Seniors Should Consider Getting This Fall Dear Savvy Senior, Which vaccines are recommended for Medicare seniors this fl u season? Just Turned 65 Dear Just Turned, There are actually three different types of vaccines seniors should consider getting this fall to protect against a repeat of last winter’s “tripledemic” of respiratory illnesses, which included fl u, RSV and coronavirus. Here’s a rundown of the diff erent vaccines the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is recommending and how they are covered by Medicare. Senior-Specifi c Flu Shots For people age 65 and older, there are three fl u vaccines (you only need one) that the CDC recommends over traditional fl u shots. These FDA-approved vaccines provide extra protection beyond what a standard flu shot does, which is important for older adults who have weaker immune defenses and have a greater risk of developing dangerous fl u complications compared with younger, healthy adults. The three senior-specific options include the: • Fluzone High-Dose Quadrivalent vaccine, which contains four times the amount of antigen as a regular fl u shot does, creating a stronger immune response for better protection. • Fluad Quadrivalent vaccine, which contains an added ingredient called adjuvant MF59 that also helps create a stronger immune response. • FluBlok Quadrivalent vaccine, is a recombinant protein (egg-free) fl u vaccine that contains three times the amount of antigen as compared with a regular fl u shot. There isn’t enough evidence yet to indicate whether one of these three vaccines provides superior protection over the other two for seniors. As for side eff ects, you should know that the Fluzone HighDose and Fluad vaccines can cause more of the mild side effects that can occur with a standard-dose fl u shot, like pain or tenderness where you got the shot, muscle aches, headache or fatigue. While the side eff ects of Flublok tend to be a little less frequent. All fl u vaccines are covered 100 percent by Medicare Part B as long as your doctor, health clinic or pharmacy agrees not to charge you more than Medicare pays. New RSV Vaccines Anyone age 60 and older, especially if you have any heart or lung conditions, diabetes, kidney or liver disorders that make you vulnerable to the respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) should consider getting one of the new FDA approved RSV vaccines (either Arexvy or Abrysvo). These vaccines, recommended by the CDC, will help protect older and immunocompromised adults from respiratory illness, which is responsible for 6,000 to 10,000 deaths and at least 60,000 hospitalizations each year in seniors 65 and older. The new RSV vaccines are covered by Medicare (Part D) prescription drug plans. Updated Covid Booster If you haven’t had a Covid-19 booster shot lately, you should consider getting one this fall. Even though the Covid public health emergency has ended and the number of cases has gone way down, it has been surging in recent months causing an increase in hospitalizations, especially among the elderly. The updated Covid vaccine targets the XBB omicron subvariants that are some of the most dominate coronavirus variants circulating in the U.S. It will also provide protection against the EG.5 variant (Eris), which is closely related to the XBB. Covid booster shots are covered 100 percent by Medicare Part B. When and Where Most health officials agree that it’s safe to receive the fl u and Covid booster at the same time. But because the RSV vaccines are new this year, many doctors are recommending a two-week window between an RSV shot and the fl u and/or the COVID shots. You can fi nd all three vaccines at most pharmacies, medical clinics and health departments, or you can do a search at Vaccines.gov. Send your senior questions to: Savvy Senior, P.O. Box 5443, Norman, OK 73070, or visit SavvySenior.org. Jim Miller is a contributor to the NBC Today show and author of “The Savvy Senior” book. Send your senior questions to: Savvy Senior, P.O. Box 5443, Norman, OK 73070, or visit SavvySenior.org. Jim Miller is a contributor to the NBC Today show and author of “The Savvy Senior” book. ior dates should be able to say what they need to say in 200 to 400 words. Introduce yourself, summarize your background and state what makes your candidacy special. But be brief and don’t wait until the fi nal weeks to make your announcement. One of the most important jobs of any newspaper is to provide accurate, fair and thorough coverage of a local election. For the next fi ve weeks up until election day, The Saugus Advocate will strive to do that. And hopefully, win or lose, the election campaign will be a positive experience for the participating candidates. Hopefully, each candidate, through the campaign, will contribute to the betterment of Saugus. At the moment, I am in talks with SaugusTV, in hopes of arranging several candidate debates or forums to better educate the voters about the major issues being debated in the context of this year’s political campaign. Like the previous three town election campaigns I have covered since taking over as editor of The Saugus Advocate in March 2016, we will be dedicating “The Advocate Asks” column to questioning the Board of Selectmen and School Committee candidates about important issues which concern them. We will also take a closer look at the Charter Commission and the Housing Authority races as well as the 10 Town Meeting races. SAVE Selectmen candidates forum – Oct. 25 This late-breaking announcement is from Pamela J. Goodwin, secretary for Saugus Action Volunteers for the Environment (SAVE). “Once again, SAVE is hosting its Environmental Candidates Night for Board of Selectmen candidates. The event will be held at the Saugus Town Hall Auditorium on Wednesday, October 25rd, from 7 to 9 p.m.” Stay tuned. Candidates’ announcements on Saugus TV Saugus TV cordially invites candidates for the Saugus Board of Selectmen and School Committee to take advantage of our three-minute speech opportunities at Saugus TV. This is an excellent chance for you to introduce yourself to the community and share your vision for the upcoming election. Our state-of-the-art studio, conveniently located at 30 Main Street, will be available to candidates to deliver their speeches. To secure your time slot, kindly get in touch with Rachel Brugman, Saugus TV’s Operations Manager, at 781231-2883 or R.Brugman@SaugusTV.org. All speeches must be recorded by 5 p.m. on October 19, 2023. Additionally, we are pleased to off er digital signage opportunities for candidates running for all offi ces, granting you exposure on our community bulletin board located on Comcast Channel 8 in Saugus. These slides will run from October 7 to November 7. We look forward to collaborating with all of you! A word from “The Pumpkin Patch” The First Congregational Annual Pumpkin Patch is upand-running and will be open through Halloween, October 31. Pumpkins of all sizes are displayed on the church lawn and will be available for purchase every day from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. “Come and visit our Pumpkin Patch. It will put you in the fall spirit,” Pumpkin Patch coordinator Carl Spencer said. “The pumpkins are going fast, so come and choose yours. On Saturday, October 14 at 9am the second Pumpkin Truck arrives with more pumpkins. Help will be needed to unload the truck. The church truly enjoys hosting this great fall event.” Town Democrats meet Oct. 18 The Saugus Democratic Town Committee will hold its monthly meeting on Oct. 18 at 7 p.m. in the Police Training Room at the Saugus Public Safety Building (27 Hamilton St.). Members of the public are welcome to attend. The primary function of the Committee is the support of Democratic candidates for offi ce, both locally and at the state level. For questions contact saugusdtc@ gmail.com. Town Republicans meet Oct. 12 The next meeting of the Saugus Republican Town Committee will be on Thursday, Oct. 12 at 7:30 p.m. at the MEG Building (58 Essex St.). There are several important items of business on the committee’s agenda: · Nomination papers for the Saugus Republican Town Committee membership · Signature petition papers for the Voter Identifi cation Requirement · Signature petition papers for Auditing of State Legislature · Meet & Greet” table at the “New Saugus Resident” (Saugus 4-1-1) event on Saturday, Oct. 14 “Saugus Over Coff ee” The fi nal “Saugus Over Coffee” forum is set for 6:30 p.m. Monday, Oct. 23 in the Community Room of the Saugus Public Library and will feature Precinct 10. For those Saugus residents who are unfamiliar with the “Saugus Over Coff ee” forums, they are cosponsored by The Saugus Advocate and the Saugus Public Library. The primary purpose is to give citizens in each of the town’s 10 precincts an opportunity to voice their concerns about top issues in their respective precincts. It also gives them an opportunity to meet their Town Meeting representatives and chat over a cup of coff ee. Town Meeting members will benefi t by getting to know more about concerns in their precincts. Viewers of the forums videotaped by Saugus TV will also get to learn a little about the history or interesting things about the precinct being featured each month. Stay tuned for more information as “Saugus Over Coff ee” continues. Please check with The Saugus Advocate or library for any changes in dates. Residents can check the programming guide on the station’s website (www.saugustv.org) for dates and times. A video of the forum will also be available for viewing on the station’s vimeo page within a day or two after the event; www.vimeo. com/saugustelevision. For loss of loved ones The Saugus YMCA will host a session, “Grieving A Loved One,” every Thursday in October, from 6:30 to 7:30. The topics will include the grieving process, coping skills and moving forward. The Facilitator will be Ed Bernard, Health Care Chaplain and Pastor (508-2458885). There is no charge. All that is asked of participants in these groups is to respect the privacy of others without judgment. Please email dcolarossi@ metronorthymca.org to register or with any questions. Saugus Cultural Council Seeking Funding Proposals Educational, artistic and community-engagement project organizers in Saugus and neighboring residents are encouraged to apply for a part of the $14,900 funding the Saugus Cultural Council has received from Mass Cultural Council, a state agency, to award in a Local Cultural Council (LCC) grant. The deadline to submit an application THE SOUNDS | SEE PAGE 15 ׉ 7cassandra://lt5cy4jIElC-z4Is4iIP0b2svNSOhRDjSsqtUkVNOg4%[`̰e#fK6e8׉E!THE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FriDAy, OCTObEr 6, 2023 Page 15 THE SOUNDS | FROM PAGE 14 for an LCC grant is October 17. These grants can support a variety of activities in Saugus, including exhibits, classes, festivals, field trips, short-term artist residencies, performances in schools, workshops and lectures. Previously funded Saugus Cultural Council projects include Saugus Concerts at the Iron Works, classical music concerts at the Saugus Public Library, school field trips to the Boston Tea Party Museum and North Shore Music Theater and passes for the Museum of Science, various workshops for children, adults and seniors, and numerous other activities and performances throughout the region. Applicants are encouraged to refer to the Mass Cultural Council Website to learn more about the MCC LCC Program Guidelines and to view the Saugus Cultural Council’s priorities at https://massculturalcouncil.org/local-council/saugus/. Contact the Saugus Cultural Council at saugusculturalcouncil@gmail.com for more information or questions before submitting. Upcoming Fall events at Breakheart The state Department of Conservation & Recreation has released the following listing of events at Breakheart Reservation this fall. Easy Like a Sunday Morning Hike: Join the park interpreter for this weekly guided hike! Each trip will highlight natural and historic features that make Breakheart unique. Hikes will be moderately paced and range from two to three miles over sometimes uneven and rocky terrain. Best for ages eight years and up. Meet at the Visitor’s Center. Heavy rain cancels. Wednesday, October 11, 10 a.m.-12 p.m. Breakheart Birding Club: Help our park interpreter identify and count the many different birds that visit Breakheart! Take part in this worldwide project to document the distribution, abundance and movements of thousands of species of birds. Binoculars are encouraged but not necessary. First time birders welcome! Best for adults and older children. Meet outside the Visitor’s Center. Rain cancels. Fridays: October 6 and 13, 10:30 a.m.11:30 a.m. Kidleidoscope: Come join our park interpreter for a story time and nature walk! Complete a small craft and explore the woods! Walks are gently paced and approximately one mile, though not accessible for strollers; appropriate for families with children three to five years old. Meet at the Visitor’s Center on Saturday, October 7, 9 a.m.-10:30 a.m. Family Fishing at Camp Nihan: Join our park interpreter for a drop-in fishing program! Learn how to fish, what fish live in our ponds and how to catch and release responsibly. Bait and a handful of rods will be provided, but feel free to bring your own gear and share your tips! No license required if fishing in this program. Appropriate for families with children five years and older. Meet at Camp Nihan; follow signs once you’re there. Rain cancels. What’s happening at the Saugus Public Library For schoolchildren looking for interesting projects and programs to participate in this fall, there’s plenty to do at the Saugus Public Library. There are some very good programs offered for grownups, too. Create your own Wearable Art: Join us on Saturday, Oct. 14, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. when fiber artist Rhonda M. Fazio will guide participants in making wearable art. Each participant will design their own three-color silk scarf. Each color is handcrafted from natural, raw materials extracted without the use of harmful chemicals. By the end of the class, you will have a unique and beautiful piece of wearable art made entirely by you and you’ll have learned about the history and origins of color. Rhonda’s studio, Dyer Maker Studio, is a transportable maker space specializing in the art and craft of sustainable textile design and wearable art – clothing for every body type, naturally. Rhonda is a graduate of art history from the University of Massachusetts Dartmouth. Prior to UMD, she studied Professional Craft: Fiber and Clay at Haywood Community College near Asheville, North Carolina This is a free class for adults, but space is limited. Please sign up on our website – sauguspubliclibrary.org – or call the Reference Department at 781-231-4168. Join our Teen Advisory Board: first Tuesday of each month at 6 p.m. in the Teen Room; fifth grade and up. Meet with the Teen Librarian once a month to talk about what you’d like for programs and materials at the library. Your opinion matters! No registration required. Snacks provided! (sauguspubliclibrary. org – 781-231-4168) Calling all Teen Club Readers: Lisa LeJeune, Young Adult/ Saugus DAR preparing for Veterans Day Field of Flags Last year’s Veterans Day Field of Flags (Courtesy photo to The Saugus Advocate) P reparations are underway for the Third Annual Veterans Day Field of Flags to be placed on the lawn of the Saugus Town Hall to honor and remember all veterans on Nov. 11. The Parson Roby Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR) is sponsoring this event to honor all veterans, living or deceased, including those currently serving. American flags may be sponsored through the Parson Roby Chapter DAR at a cost of $5 each. The flags will be placed on the Saugus Town Hall prior to Nov. 11 and will wave throughout the week until Nov. 12 with your veterReference Librarian, invites members of the Teen Club to meet once a month to discuss a teen graphic novel. Interested club members can pick up copies of the book at the Main Desk. Club meetings will be held on the last Tuesday of the month from 5-5:30 p.m. in the Teen Room. Grade 5 and up – to sign up, please call 781-231-4168, come in or sign up using the library’s Online Events Calendar. The first book will be “Pumpkinheads” by Rainbow Rowell. Just Sew! Saugonians are welcome to join a monthly sewing class for adults that is held the third Monday of each month from 6:30-7:30 p.m. in the Community Room of the Saugus Public Library. The class covers basic topics like sewing buttons, hemming clothing and mending torn fabric and will move on an’s name on the flag. Flags may be sponsored to honor a family member, friend, neighbor or employee who served our country. The deadline to sponsor flags is Oct. 30. You may send a check ($5 per flag) made payable to Parson Roby Chapter along with the Name/Rank/Branch of Service/Years or War of the veteran and mail to Treasurer, 27 Pearson St., Saugus, MA 01906. After noon on Nov. 11, you can pick up your sponsored flag to either keep or put on a grave. The year 2021 was the Parson Roby Chapter’s first time sponsoring the Field of Flags, and it has been a huge sucto more advanced topics in the coming weeks. This class is free. (See sauguspubliclibrary.org) Adult Coloring Group: Come relax with our continuing Adult Coloring Group. It’s a great opportunity to take time to unwind, be creative and have fun – no experience necessary! We have pencils and coloring pages ready and waiting… See you there! Space is limited; please call to register (781-231-4168 x 3106). The next session is Wednesday, Oct. 18 at 10 a.m. in the Brooks Room on the second floor of the library. About The Saugus Advocate We welcome press releases, news announcements, freelance articles and courtesy photos from the community. Our deadline is noon Wednescess. So many members of the community stopped by to thank them in remembering our veterans this way. There were over 140 flags sponsored with veterans’ names waving in the wind, and the Parson Roby Chapter hopes for many more veterans to be sponsored this year. All proceeds from the Veterans’ Field of Flags will support the DAR’s mission to preserve American history and secure America’s future through education and promoting patriotism. For more information on how to sponsor a flag or in joining the Parson Roby Chapter DAR, please email parsonroby.saugusdar@gmail.com. day. If you have a story idea, an article or photo to submit, please email me at mvoge@ comcast.net or leave a message at 978-683-7773. 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. Let’s hear it! Got an idea, passing thought or gripe you would like to share with The Saugus Advocate? I’m always interested in your feedback. 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Do you have some interesting views on an issue that you want to express to the community? Submit your idea. If I like it, we can meet for a 15to 20-minute interview over a drink at a local coffee shop. And I’ll buy the coffee or tea. ~ LEGAL NOTICE ~ Extension of Special Permit SAUGUS BOARD OF SELECTMEN PUBLIC HEARING Notice is hereby given that the Saugus Board of Selectmen will conduct a Public Hearing on the application of Aggregate Industries, Inc., 1831 Broadway, Saugus, MA to extend a Special Permit (S-2) to allow the removal of earth and rock and for the operation of a quarry at Rear Broadway and Whittier Avenue, Assessor’s Plan 2030, Lot A-61 and Assessor’s Plan 2031, Lot A-122 for a period of six (6) months. This public hearing will be held on October 24, 2023, at the Saugus Town Hall Auditorium, second floor, 298 Central Street, Saugus, MA, at 7:20 PM. Anthony Cogliano, Chairman Janice K. Jarosz, Temp. Clerk October 6, 13, 2023 ~ LEGAL NOTICE ~ Special Permit SAUGUS BOARD OF SELECTMEN PUBLIC HEARING Notice is hereby given that the Saugus Board of Selectmen will conduct a Public Hearing on the application of Gill Oil Company, Inc., Mr. Kevin Gill owner, for a Special Permit (S-2) to house one truck and one trailer at 344 Central Street, Saugus, MA 01906. Property Owner Mr. Arthur Sordello, 402 Sherwood Forest Lane, Saugus, MA. 01906. This hearing will be held in the Saugus Town Hall Auditorium, second floor, 298 Central Street, Saugus, MA, on October 24, 2023 at 7:40 PM. Anthony Cogliano, Chairman Janice K. Jarosz, Temp. Clerk October 6, 13, 2023 ~ Help Wanted ~ MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN Tuesday - Saturday Combined Properties is a full-service investment and real estate development firm specializing in commercial and multi-family residential properties. The Maintenance Technician will be based at our residential properties in Malden, MA. The schedule is Tuesday through Saturday with on-call rotations. Responsibilities include completion of work orders, preventative maintenance, and unit turnovers. The successful candidate will have basic knowledge of plumbing, electrical, appliance repair, carpentry, and HVAC. Must have excellent communication skills and have a strong customer service philosophy. Previous apartment maintenance experience is preferred. Combined Properties is an equal employment opportunity employer. Please submit your resume to: Sdaly@combinedproperties.com. For more information, call 781-388-0338. Or, if you prefer to continue practicing social distancing and be interviewed from the safety of your home on the phone or via email, I will provide that option to you as the nation recovers from the Coronavirus crisis. If it’s a nice day, my preferred site for a coffee and interview would be the picnic area of the Saugus Iron Works National Historic Site. ~ LEGAL NOTICE ~ Special Permit SAUGUS BOARD OF SELECTMEN PUBLIC HEARING Notice is hereby given that the Saugus Board of Selectmen will conduct a public hearing on application of Flo Golf, managers Cuong Mai and Thanh Nguyen, for a Special Permit (S-2) to operate an indoor golf simulator program for training and entertainment at 880 Broadway, Saugus, MA, 01906. This Public Hearing will be held in the Saugus Town Hall Auditorium, second floor, 298 Central Street, Saugus, MA 01906, on October 24, 2023 at 7:30 PM. Anthony Cogliano, Chairman Janice K. Jarosz, Temp. Clerk October 6, 13, 2023 ~ LEGAL NOTICE ~ SAUGUS BOARD OF SELECTMEN PUBLIC HEARING Notice is hereby given that the Saugus Board of Selectmen will conduct a Public Hearing on the application of Innergy Café, Michael Quintana, owner for a Common Victualer’s license to be located at 496 Lincoln Avenue, Saugus, MA 01906. This Public Hearing will be held in the Saugus Town Hall Auditorium, second floor, 298 Central Street, Saugus, MA 01906, on October 24, 2023 at 7:50 PM. Anthony Cogliano, Chairman Janice K. Jarosz, Temp. Clerk October 6, 2023 ~ LEGAL NOTICE ~ Special Permit SAUGUS BOARD OF SELECTMEN PUBLIC HEARING Notice is hereby given that the Saugus Board of Selectmen will conduct a Public Hearing on the application of Mass Junk, Inc, Mr. Francis W. Nevitt III, owner, 66 Mt Vernon St, Melrose, MA, for a Special Permit (S-2) to house six (6) trucks at 344 Central Street, Saugus, MA 01906. Property Owner Mr. Arthur Sordello, 402 Sherwood Forest Lane, Saugus, MA. 01906. This hearing will be held in the Saugus Town Hall Auditorium, second floor, 298 Central Street, Saugus, MA, on October 24, 2023 at 8:10 PM. Anthony Cogliano, Chairman Janice K. Jarosz, Temp. Clerk October 6, 13 2023 JAIL | FROM PAGE 16 embezzlement scheme, which ran from 2011 to 2018, while comptroller, Mitchell also wrote $73,540 in checks to a BCAE instructor, forged her signature, then deposited the funds into his own account. Mitchell also stole money from campaign funds collected during his successful campaigns for selectman in Saugus. Michell’s two codefendants, Susan Brown, 70, and Karen Kalfian, 66, both of Marblehead, are scheduled for trial on Oct. 10. Prosecutors say Brown authorized $565,000 in checks to Kalfian between 2009 and 2018, when Brown served as executive director of BCAE. Kalfian served as a marketing employee for a portion of that time. Prosecutors allege that Brown helped to cover up the scheme by falsifying financial reports to the BCAE board. Mitchell was also charged with misusing his political campaign funds for personal expenses unrelated to his campaign, commingling his campaign funds with personal funds and making cash withdrawals greater than the $50 maximum set by law. The unlawful cash withdrawals were made at locations in Boston, giving Suffolk prosecutors jurisdiction over the offenses. During 2015 and 2017, Mitchell ran for and was elected selectman for the Town of Saugus. Investigators said he mismanaged more than $16,000 in campaign funds and underreported donations he raised by more than $15,000. Court documents show that Mitchell embezzled funds from the Committee to Elect Mark Mitchell. The entire Board of Selectmen called on Mitchell to resign his office shortly after his indictment in July of 2019. He completed his term, but decided to not seek reelection. BCAE, founded in 1933, decided in 2019 that it would no longer offer its adult education classes. In the email, the center said it had been losing money over the past few years because of declining enrollments and increased cancellations. Some observers said the emJAIL | SEE PAGE 17 ׉ 7cassandra://5uU83q93lzTMHL4uDHgtvc39MeGAArKjIQTKK1qaKpo(`̰e#fK6e:׉ETHE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FriDAy, OCTObEr 6, 2023 Page 17 OBITUARIES Walter “Rick” Cordeau O f Saugus . Passed away sur rounded by loved ones on the morning of Tuesday, September 26th at the Kaplan Family Hospice House in Danvers after a yearlong battle with cancer. Rick grew up in Saugus and was the son of Walter W. and the late Hazel A. (Pinksten) Cordeau of Saugus. He graduated from Saugus High School in 1978 where he was an avid wrestler. From there, he joined the US Airforce. While deployed in Germany, he met the mother of his children, Renee Cordeau (Duranleau). Returning from their service, he married Renee in 1981 at the Saugus Elks and were happily married for 25 years. Rick and Renee raised their twins, William and Yvonne, in Chester, NH where Rick was heavily involved in his children’s athletic activities. Rick thoroughly enjoyed coaching for The Southern NH Chicks, Chester Baseball, and the Derry Rebels Wrestling program where he met many great families and made lasting connections. In 2013, he moved to Virginia to become the Director of Printing Operations for idX Corporation. He spent 10 years working and building family like friendships. It humbled his family in New England knowing that he was surrounded with so much love and support. Rick was a God loving Christian man, enjoying everything to the fullest out of life. He thoroughly enjoyed cooking for a crowd, as well as eating diversified cuisines. He loved listening to music and attending concerts. Rick found great joy in relaxing on his oversized recliner, reading on his Kindle and watching Boston sports or his beloved Hallmark Channel movies. Not to say he didn’t love being outdoors as well; he would often reminisce about his time spent in Northern NH with his love Karen Phelan, hiking Mount Chocorua and kayaking on Chocorua Lake. Rick also loved travel with his family, smoke a good cigar while solving world’s problems with his brothers, and sipping a glass of fine whiskey. He created lasting memories with everyone everywhere he went. It was impossible not to like Rick with his positive attitude, personable personality, and genuine gratitude shining all the way through to the end of life. Rick’s greatest joy was his children and his family. Rick absolutely adored being a Papa to his two grandchildren. In addition to his father, Rick is survived by his two children William Cordeau of Manchester, NH and Yvonne Beg and her husband Barzan Beg of Merrimack, NH; his three brothers Daniel Cordeau and his wife Luanne Cordeau of Concord, MA, Robert Cordeau and his wife Paola Cordeau of Rowley, MA, and Paul Cordeau Saugus Birthday Celebrations T he Saugus Council on Aging had its biggest Birthday Celebration yet on Friday, September 29, with 22 people recognized for their September birthday. It was an awesome afternoon for everyone in attendance. This month was extraordinary, as this special day coincided with a “special” lunch prepared by an on-site chef as well as the Delvena Theatre Company performing “Louisa’s Girls.” Birthdays are always special occasions at the Saugus Senior Center. The center likes to recognize the seniors’ birthdays on the last day of the month with a collective birthday celebration. They receive a free lunch, cake and ice cream and a souvenir group photo. JAIL | FROM PAGE 16 bezzlement scheme contributed to the once-popular center’s decline. The scandal led to the center losing its nonprofit status, which affected fund-raising efforts. Hayden’s office blamed the embezzlement scheme with forcing BCAE to close, with the center’s assets being transferred to Jewish Vocational Service. The center offered non-degree classes to adults who were interested in learning how to cook, acquiring computer skills and improving their knowledge of language and the arts. and his wife Brenda Cordeau of Melrose, MA; his two grandchildren Pasha Beg and Calla Beg of Merrimack, NH; along with many nieces and nephews. In lieu of services, there will be a Celebration of Life on Saturday, October 28th at Luna Bistro, 254 N. Broadway, #101, Salem, NH, from 12pm-4pm. We invite anyone who knew him to attend and remember his wonderful life with great food and drinks. ~ LEGAL NOTICE ~ SAUGUS BOARD OF SELECTMEN PUBLIC HEARING Notice is hereby given that the Saugus Board of Selectmen will conduct a public hearing on the application of the Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 12346, 190 Main Street, Saugus, MA Senior Vice Commander Jay Pinette, for a change of manager from Mr. Nicholas Altieri to Ms. Laurieann Caterino. This public hearing will be held on October 24, 2023, at the Saugus Town Hall Auditorium, second floor, 298 Central Street, Saugus, MA, at 7:10 PM. Anthony Cogliano, Chairman Janice K. Jarosz, Temp. Clerk October 6, 2023 - 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. ES23P2908EA Estate of: GLORIA J. CRIVELLO Also known as: GLORIA JEAN CRIVELLO Date of Death: 10/30/2022 CITATION ON PETITION FOR FORMAL ADJUDICATION SEPTEMBER BIRTHDAYS: Pictured from left to right: Front row: Valerie Costello, Joan Lanzerio, Leslie Deland, Eleanor Gallo, Doris Piwowarski, Charlene Robicheau, Marie Boudreau, Dottie St. Pierre, Dick Lynch and Clare Prizio; second row: Laureen Barry, Pauline Agnew, Janestta Smallman, Roberta Perry, Eleanor Alberghini, Bill Stewart, Cathy Strum, Ann Erickson, Cheryl Roberto, Charlie Zapolski and David Blaney; back row: Bill Napier. (Courtesy photo to The Saugus Advocate) ~ LEGAL NOTICE ~ SAUGUS BOARD OF SELECTMEN PUBLIC HEARING Notice is hereby given that the Saugus Board of Selectmen will conduct a Public Hearing on the application for a Transient Vendor’s Permit to sell Christmas Trees, at Soc’s Ice Cream, 67 Lynn Fells Parkway, and at 24 Bennett Highway, both in Saugus, MA 01906. This hearing will be held in the Saugus Town Hall Auditorium, second floor, 298 Central Street, Saugus, MA, on October 24, 2023 at 8 PM. Anthony Cogliano, Chairman Janice K. Jarosz, Temp. Clerk October 6, 2023 To all interested persons: A Petition for Formal Probate of Will with Appointment of Personal Representative has been filed by Lawrence J. Crivello, Jr. 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: Lawrence J. Crivello, Jr. of Saugus, MA be appointed as Personal Representative(s) of said estate to serve Without Surety on the bond in unsupervised administration. IMPORTANT NOTICE You have the right to obtain a copy of the Petition from the Petitioner or at the Court. You have a right to object to this proceeding. To do so, you or your attorney must file a written appearance and objection at this Court before: 10:00 a.m. on the return day of 11/06/2023. 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 29 2023 PAMELA A. 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The second floor has 3 generous bedrooms that have hardwood floors with an additional new full bath. The roof is approximately 2 years old. The Driveway can park 3-4 cars tandem, Easy access to public transportation, 20 minutes from Boston, close to shopping malls & restaurants. Saugus is an energetic town featuring new schools, low property tax rate. Something this sweet will not last. $579,000. CALL/TEXT Sue 617-877-4553 Saugus Ctr Are you ready to move into this newly remodeled 5 bedroom Colonial. Beautiful hardwood floors throughout. Stainless steel appliances, a farmers sink and granite counter tops glisten under recessed first floor lighting. State of the art programable heat pump provides energy efficient year-round temperature control. All new bathrooms with first floor laundry hookup. New plumbing, wiring, and newly recent vinyl clad windows. Spacious basement, with storage. Fully electrified 10' x 20' custom built shed. $749,000 utiful hard utiful hard nter tops glisten under re gy efficient year-r inless nte nte gy w ter tops glisten und ate of the ent year-r nter tops g gy efficient year-r w bathr w bathr re te of the art programab ogramab inless steel applia applian es, a es, a a You will be stunned the very moment you enter into this townhouse. This spacious townhouse has a kitchen that has been tastefully renovated with the past 5 years and impeccably maintained since. The large eat in kitchen offers stainless steel appliances, granite countertops. The open concept floor plan is perfect for entertaining. 2 assigned parking with ample visitor parking are just a few more perks to mention. Easy and low maintenance living. 2 cats ok. No Smoking, This will not last. Great credit score and references required $2,900. CALL/TEXT Sue 617-877-4553 Business Opportunity LYNN MANGO Realty is offering a great opportunity to acquire a long established active restaurant/bar with common victualer/all alcohol license in a prime down town Lynn location. The owner of this business is retiring after 29 years of success at this location. Loyal customer base. Kitchen facilities updated. Two rest rooms. Seats 92/ Plenty of off-street parking. Documentedeet parking. D e down town Lynn le downe down revenue for both food, liquor and lottery allows you to have a quick return on your investment. Favorable lease terms for this corner location. $200,000. enty of off-street park Plent enty of off-street parking. Deet parking. D own town Lynn l g fter 29 g after 29 years o g after 29 years o iquor and lot d,, l uor and lot se. Kitchen faci with com with com m lo g fter 29 years o se. Kitchen faci uccess ss p p uccess e. Kitchen facilities up 1. Michael Jordan (He returned to play in March 1995.) 2. High heels 3. 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SAUGUS - Wonderful 10 rm Cape offers 5+ bedrooms, 3 baths, fireplace lvrm, open concept, office, finished lower level, great sunroom, inground pool with cement patio, 1 car garage, large, corner lot, located just outside Saugus Center…$789,900. REVERE - 5 room Cape Cod style home offers 2 bedrooms, 1 ½ baths, front-to-back living room, dining room with hardwood flooring, central air, enclosed porch, inground pool, corner lot!...$499,900. View our website from your mobile phone! 335 Central St., Saugus, MA 781-233-7300 SAUGUS RENOVATED 4 room, 2 bedroom condo, 2021 updates include kitchen w/quartz, 2 bathrooms & laminate flooring, great open floor plan, cen air, laundry in unit, Hillview West…$399,000. CHELSEA - 4 room, 2 bedroom Condo offers 2 full baths, newer flooring and lighting, granite kitchen, 1 garage parking, inground pool, located in Millcreek Condominiums…$440,000. Linda Surette SAUGUS - Sparkling 2-bedroom condo located in Clifton Arms Complex, nicely renovated unit offer quartz kitchen counters, new carpeting, great open concept, hardwood flooring, spacious lvrm w/slider to balcony, extra storage, great location - great unit!...$355,000. Linda is a Proven Success! Call her at 781-910-1014 & allow her to put her knowledge to work for you! WAKEFIELD - Millbrook condo offers 4 rooms, 2 bedroom, 2 baths, 2 parking spaces, maple kitchen with granite counters, primary bedroom w/private bath, washer dryer in unit, cen air, extra storage…$439,000. COMING SOON COMING SOONBRAND NEW CONSTRUCTION COLONIAL LOCATED ON A NICE SIDE STREET NOT FAR FROM ELEMENTARY SCHOOLS AND THE CENTER OF TOWN. 4 BEDROOM, 3.5 BATH WITH HARDWOOD THROUGH-OUT. BEAUTIFUL KITCHEN AND BATHS. EXQUISITE DETAIL AND QUALITY BUILD. GARAGE UNDER. SAUGUS CALL KEITH FOR MORE DETAILS 781-389-0791 RENTAL COMING SOON COMING SOON- 4 BEDROOM, 2 BATHROOM RENOVATED CAPE LOCATED ON A NICE SIDE STREET. THIS HOME FEATURES A NEW KITCHEN WITH STAINLESS APPLIANCES & QUARTZ COUNTERS, NEW BATHROOMS, HARDWOOD FLOORS AND FRESH PAINT THROUGH. GARAGE UNDER. MAINTENANCE FREE VINYL SIDING. SAUGUS CALL KEITH FOR MORE DETAILS 781-389-0791 LOOKING FOR EXPERIENCED AGENTS WHO WANT A NO HASSLE, NO NONSENSE OFFICE. WE ARE LOOKING FOR AGENTS WHO WANT TO MAKE A DECENT PAY WITHOUT PAYING HIGH FEES. ARE YOU A GO GETTER? PERHAPS UNDER CONTRACT FOR SALE- 3+ BED, 2 BATH SPLIT ENTRY HOME ON NICE CUL-DE-SAC LOCATION. THIS HOME FEATURES A LARGE LIVING ROOM OPEN TO FORMAL DINING ROOM AND EAT-IN KITCHEN. 3 BEDS AND FULL BATH UP. LOWER LEVEL OFFERS A FIREPLACE FAMILY, ADDITIONAL BEDROOM, OFFICE AND ANOTHER FULL BATH. GREAT LOCATION. SAUGUS $565,000 CALL DEBBIE 617-678-9710 PRICE IMPROVEMENT FOR SALE-NEW CONSTRUCTION ONE OF A KIND CONTEMPORARY MODERN HOME WITH AMAZING VIEWS OF PILLINGS POND, 4590 SQFT. OPEN CONCEPT, 3 LEVELS, 4 BEDS, 6 BATHS, TOP OF THE LINE MATERIALS AND FINISHES, HOME THEATER, WORK-OUT ROOM AND SO MUCH MORE! LYNNFIELD $1,899,900 CALL DANIELLE 978-987-9535 BI-LINGUAL? WILLING TO GO ABOVE AND BEYOND? CALL US TODAY! KEITH 781-389-0791 MOBILE HOMES YOUNG ONE BEDROOM IN GOOD CONDITION IN A DESIRABLE PARK WITH 2 PARKING SPOTS. SOLD AS IS. SUBJECT TO PROBATE DANVERS $119,900 UPDATED 2 BEDROOM WITH NEWER KITCHEN, BATH, RUBBER ROOF, WINDOWS, SIDING AND APPLIANCES. FULL SIZE LAUNDRY. DANVERS $119,900 REMODELED 2 BEDROOM WITH GLEAMING HARDWOOD FLOORS, C/A, AND FULL SIZE LAUNDRY. LOW PARK FEE. PLENTY OF PARKING. LOTS OF UPDATES. PEABODY $209,900 CALL ERIC 781-223-0289 SOLD FOR SALE FOR SALE- 2 BED, 1 BATH WITH SPACIOUS LIVING ROOM, DINING ROOM AND BEDROOMS. ALSO HAS HOME OFFICE. 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