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Lemieux said she is giving up her parttime housing authority administrative duties in several communities to become the next full-time executive director of the Saugus Housing Authority, succeeding Laura Glynn – a beloved director who is resigning from the position she’s held for more than 10 years. “I am honored to have the opportunity to serve the Saugus Housing Authority as its newest Executive Director,” Lemieux said in a statement to The Saugus Advocate this week. “I am eager to work with the HAPPY BIRTHDAY! Louis Fantasia gave the thumbs up during an interview this week at the Saugus Rehabilitation & Nursing Center when he talked about becoming the latest Saugonian to live for a century. He turned 100 today. His wife Marilyn, 93, whom he fi rst met while roller-skating in Revere, credits “clean living” for her husband’s longevity. Please see inside for more photos and this week’s “The Advocate Asks.” (Saugus Advocate photo by Mark E. 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Equal Housing Opportunity. well-respected Laura Glynn, engage with the residents, staff, Board of Commissioners, and community partners. I couldn’t be more blessed,” she said. Lemieux, who currently serves as the Executive Director of the Wilmington Housing Authority and a consultant for the Amesbury/Merrimac Housing Authority, said she plans to begin her new job by mid-March. But Lemieux needs to negotiate a contract and have it approved by the state before her appointment is offi cial. The Saugus Housing Authority voted 5-0 at Wednesday’s meeting to begin contract negotiations with her. Authority Chair William Stewart and member Maureen Whitcomb said they plan to meet with Lemieux next Tuesday (Feb. 20) to begin the negotiations. The position EAGER TO GET STARTED: Katelynn M. Lemieux, the Saugus Housing Authority’s top choice for the executive director’s job, is expected to meet with two Authority members next week to negotiate a contract, which then must be approved by the state. (Courtesy Photo to The Saugus Advocate) was advertised with a salary of up to $112,000 a year – but Lemieux is unlikely to get the full amount. The negotiations will also involve benefi ts and work schedule. “With immediate plans of relocating closer to the Saugus community and my resignation from various boards, I am truly dedicating myself to the Saugus Housing Authority,” Lemieux said. “Until recently, I volunteered BOSS| SEE PAGE 2 Mid-grade Regular $3.88 99 64 95 Over 45 Years of Excellence! 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As in past elections over the years, the Clerk’s Office will also be recruiting Saugus High School juniors and ey or credit for Community Service hours. Students who are 16 years old can work part-time shifts of six to eight hours. Seventeen and 18 year olds can work full shifts of eight to 12 hours. The town clerk said her office is willing to accommodate any student credit hours, which help to enhance college applications and resumes. For more informat ion about paid and volunteer poll worker jobs, please contact Andrew DePatto, the Saugus Election Coordinator, at 781-231-4102, or stop by the Town Clerk’s Office on the Main floor of Saugus Town Hall. The Town Clerk’s Office is BOSS | FROM PAGE 1 my time as a housing advocate, a Board Member of the Amesbury Affordable Housing Trust, a Board Member of Community Action, Inc., and secretary of the North Shore Housing Executive Directors’ Association (NSHEDA),” she said. 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Plans are already set to use the Community Room of the Saugus Public Library as the polling location for In-Person/Early Voting for the March 5 Presidential Primary Election. Here is the schedule: · Saturday, February 24, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. (also last day the North Shore as a consultant. “Serving as a consultant has allowed me to serve at all program levels and sit in every seat at a Housing Authority,” Lemieux said. “I help with training, I get hands-on with my staff, I know what a reasonable workload is, and I know when to pitch in when it is needed,” she said. The best of three candidates Lemieux is one of three candidates who were interviewed by the Housing Authority last month. Also seeking to succeed Glynn were Maria Medeiros, the former executive director of the Middleboro and Needham Housing Authorities, and former Swampscott Housing Authority Executive Director Irma Chez. The Authority met in executive session last week (Thursday, Feb. 8) to discuss who was the best-qualified person for Saugus. Lemieux said she received a call after last week’s meeting, letting her know that she was the Authority’s choice. “She was far more qualified than the other two,” Stewart said in an interview after Wednesday’s (Feb. 14) meeting. “The other two had very little experience. Katelynn has quite a bit of experience. She also is a consultant in different communities in the Merrimack Valley. The other two didn’t have enough experience to jump into the executive director’s job,” Stewart said. In her statement to the newspaper, Lemieux said she is bringing eight years of experience in property management and housing experience to the executive director’s position. Having worked as an Administrative Assistant/Receptionist for the commercial and residential property management company Ozzy Properties enabled Lemieux to learn and understand the importance of customer service, she said. “I acted as the liaison between existing/potential tenants and members of property management to ensure that every individual felt heard and to register to vote for March Election) · Monday, February 26, 8:30 a.m. to 7 p.m. · Tuesday, February 27, 8:15 a.m. to 5 p.m. · Wednesday, February 28, 8:15 a.m. to 5 p.m. · Thursday, February 29, 8:15 a.m. to 5 p.m. · Friday, March 1, 8:15 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. received the highest quality of customer service,” Lemieux said. Lemieux cited a quote from former U.S. Rep Carolyn McCarthy, a Democrat who represented New York’s Fourth Congressional District from 1997 to 2015: “Public housing is more than just a place to live, public housing programs should provide opportunities to residents and their families.” “Believing in that sentiment, I look forward to contributing to and improving the authority’s portfolio and enhancing the lives of our residents,” Lemieux said. “Given my talents in leadership, collaboration, and community engagement, I believe that the position of Executive Director is the ideal opportunity to utilize my abilities and continue the success of the Saugus Housing Authority,” she said. The Katelynn Lemieux Resume (The following are highlights from application material submitted by Katelynn Lemieux to the Saugus Housing Authority.) EXPERIENCE • Tenant selector, Georgetown Housing Authority – April 2022– Present. Screening of applicants and tenant selection • Executive Director, Wilmington Housing Authority Jan. 2022–Present. Directed a parttime office with three employees. Managed a total of 69 units of elderly/handicapped housing, 13 units of family housing and 11 housing choice voucher program units • Public Housing and State Voucher Coordinator, Melrose Housing Authority, Aug. 2020– March 2022. Oversaw 305 units of state-aided elderly/disabled housing, 17 units of state-aided family housing • Consultant, LHA’s of Massachusetts, May 2019–Present. 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After serving nearly three years in the Navy, Louis returned to Somerville, where he worked as a laborer for many years, building wooden barrels and steel drums for several companies in and around Somerville. His passion for roller skating led to two marriages – the second one to Marilyn, a Gloucester native, who worked as a registered nurse for 49 years. Louis and Marilyn have been married since 1959. At the Board of Selectmen’s meeting last week (Feb. 6), the board’s chair, Debra Panetta, announced that the board had signed a special citation for Louis to acknowledge his personal accomplishment for becoming the newest Saugus Centenarian and wishing him a happy 100th birthday. Panetta said she planned to attend a birthday party for him this weekend and present the citation. Highlights of this week’s interview follow. Q: Where are you from originally? A: Somerville. That’s where I grew up. Q: How big a family did you have? A: Five boys and one girl. We lived on Linwood Street. Q: Did you graduate from Somerville High School? A: No. I quit school in the eighth grade. Q: I understand you are a U.S. Navy veteran who served in World War II. A: Yes. I went in the Navy in ’43 and got out in ’46. I was a seaman first class. Q: Did you see any combat duty at sea? A: Yes. I was on the USS Canberra. We were torpedoed and lost 23 people on the ship. We were towed all the way back to 425r Broadway, Saugus Located adjacent to Kohls Plaza Route 1 South in Saugus at the intersection of Walnut Street We are on MBTA Bus Route 429 781-231-1111 We are a Skating Rink with Bowling Alleys, Arcade and two TV’s where the ball games are always on! PUBLIC SKATING SCHEDULE 12-7 p.m. Sunday Monday Tuesday A LOT TO CELEBRATE: Marilyn and Louis Fantasia got to share another Valentine’s Day this week. Today, they will be together for Louis’ birthday. It will be a special one, because he turns 100. (Saugus Advocate photo by Mark E. Vogler) Pearl Harbor. One of my next door neighbors in Somerville – Arthur Marchi – was killed when the torpedo hit the ship. Q: What did you do after the service? A: I was a barrel man. I worked at Roche Brothers, Whitney and Ross Barrels. I made wooden barrels and steel drums. I spent my whole life making barrels. The first job I ever had was in a barrel yard. Q: What’s the most exciting thing you’ve done in your life? A: Being a bum! Hopping freight trains to get coal for my dad when I was 13 in Somerville. Q: What does it feel like now that you’re going to be a hundred in a few days? A: I don’t give a darn, to tell you the truth. It’s not really that big a deal. Q: But it’s a personal milestone that few people ever reach. Did you ever think you were going to live to 100? A: Hell no. Never thought I would live this long. But I feel the same as you. I don’t feel like 100. Q: Anybody in your family live to be 100? A: No. My sister Regina and my mother lived to be 97. My father lived to 82. 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Vogler A s she reflected on a career that spanned more than a decade overseeing the town’s public housing, the Housing Authority’s outgoing Executive Director, Laura Glynn, wouldn’t discuss the greatest accomplishments made under her management. “My relations with the residents – that’s what matters the most,” Glynn said in a brief interview following Wednesday’s (Feb. 14) Authority meeting. Glynn was hired as executive director in June of 2013. To the disappointment of Authority members who want to see her remain on the job for the foreseeable future, Glynn plans to leave the position this spring so she can spend more time taking care of her ailing father. Gerry D’Ambrosio Attorney-at-Law Is Your Estate in Order? Do you have an update Will, Health Care Proxy or Power of Attorney? 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We have $53,000 that we can use if we need to replace anything in the laundry room,” he said. Longtime Authority Member Dorothy Bockus called Glynn “a great director.” “She was a good person to hire, and I’m glad I did,” said Bockus, who has been on the Authority since 2009. “She’s very interactive with all of the tenants. If somebody calls with a problem, she rectifies it as soon as possible,” she said. Bockus said she thought that the state wasn’t paying Glynn enough for her services, noting that she only got a two percent raise for this coming year while the people she supervised received a seven percent increase in pay. BOSS | FROM PAGE 2 Selector, Amesbury and Merrimac Housing Authorities, July 2017–July 2020. As the housing manager and tenant selector, oversaw 297 units of state elderly/disabled and family housing programs in Amesbury and Merrimac • Administrative Assistant/Receptionist, Ozzy Properties, Feb. 2016–July 2017. Acted as a liaison been existing/potential tenTOUGH TO REPLACE: Saugus Housing Authority Members say they will hate to see Executive Director Laura Glynn resign this spring because of the special skill she had in relating to tenants and staff. (Saugus Advocate photo by Mark E. Vogler) Former Housing Authority Member John Cannon said Glynn has been the heart and soul of the Housing Authoriants and members or property management FISCAL MANAGEMENT • Experience overseeing $2.5-million in budgets • According to the Saugus Housing Authority’s Annual Plan, it has a state budget of nearly $1.6-million CAPITAL IMPROVEMENTS • Experience overseeing $2.8-million of Capital Improvement Projects PERSONNEL MANAGEMENT ty in her own quiet way. “It’s going to be tough to replace her, but nothing lasts forever,” Cannon said. • Nearly eight years of overseeing and working with a staff of at least seven employees KNOWLEDGE OF STATE AND FEDERAL REGULATIONS • Massachusetts Public Housing Administrator (MPHA) Certification and Public Housing Manager (PHM) Certification Training Completed WORKING AND FIRSTHAND KNOWLEDGE OF THESE PROGRAMS • State-aided Public Housing Programs • Housing Choice Voucher Program (Section 8) • Project Based Section 8 Vouchers • Alternative Housing Voucher Program (AHVP) • Department of Mental Health Vouchers (DMH) EDUCATION • Massachusetts Public Housing Administrator (MPHA) Certification • Northern Essex Community College: Completed these courses – Introduction to Human Services, Introduction to Psychology • High School Diploma: Pentucket Regional High School, West Newbury, Mass., May 2007 • High School Dual Enrollment Program: Indian River State College, Fort Pierce, Fla., Dec. 2006 • High School Education: Sebastian River High School, Sebastian, Fla., Sept. 2003-Dec. 2006. ׉ 7cassandra://x5FpACPh-QLsBeCR-evG42eKn_RaHfWX4xkgqJMJMBQ-;`̰eΆ [׉ETHE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FriDAy, FEbrUAry 16, 2024 Page 5 Pioneer Charter School Celebrates 17th Annual Science and Engineering Fair E arlier this month, the Pioneer Charter School of Science (PCSS) campuses in Everett (PCSS I), Beverly and Saugus (PCSS II) hosted the 17th Annual Science and Engineering Fair. 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Vogler I t’s that time of year when Abraham Lincoln and George Washington are competing for the most attention at the Saugus Public Library. Blank coloring pages of Washington and Lincoln sit on a round table in the Children’s Library area with dishes of crayons, waiting for kids to be creative and learn about two national heroes among 46 presidents who have served the nation. Lincoln seems to have the edge, as his spirit is captured in a 6-foot-4-inches tall wall poster that has him dressed up with his top hat. Zoe Buchtel, a local college art major, created the poster several years ago for the library. Then there’s dozens of books – written for young kids and old alike –displayed on shelves about all the men who lived in the White House. 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For instance, he stood 6-foot-4inches, but was actually 7 feet tall when he wore his top hat. Another interesting tidbit: Lincoln only went to school for one year, but he taught himself many things. He was curious. His stepmother said he didn’t like to do chores, but he loved to read, according to Melton. “We’re blessed to have these wonderful resources,” Melton said. “I think families would get a kick out of some of these stories about important people in our nation’s history. These are highly readable books and a lot of fun. Certainly, they’ll generate a lot of Abe Lincoln towers among all presidents featured at the Saugus Public Library. Here Amy Melton, Head of Children’s Services at the library, looks up to a poster of the tall president. (Saugus Advocate photo by Mark E. Vogler) An assortment of biographies and presidential portraits are available at the library. (Saugus Advocate photo by Mark E. Vogler) talk and start some conversations,” she said. Then there’s a book called “Lives of the Presidents: Fame, Shame (and What The Neighbors Thought),” by Kathleen Krull, which includes some presidential portraits and lends a controversial, but lighter side to presidential trivia. For kids who didn’t get a chance to take out from the library by tomorrow (Saturday, Feb. 17), there’s always time next week during the winter school break, according to Melton. ׉ 7cassandra://94vrBX801dVBufOgKoVuUaiIHLPmaEC8ylYSzv56h00+`̰eΆ [׉E THE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FriDAy, FEbrUAry 16, 2024 Page 7 ASKS | FROM PAGE 3 Q: Do you have any children? A: I have one child from my fi rst marriage. My son, Jimmy, will be 75 years old on the 20th of this month. He’s a bartender in New Hampshire. Q: I guess you really loved roller-skating? A: Oh yeah. I did 18 diff erent dances; I was pretty good at it. I had a lot of fun and met a lot of friends there at the skating rink. I started going when I got out of the service. It was 50 cents a day for a skate in the afternoon. I would skate from 12:30 to 4 o’clock. I would go every day. Q: Are you much of a sports fan? Did you like to go to the baseball games at Fenway Park to see the Red Sox? A: I went to one baseball game in my life, with my sister, and they lost. Q: Anything on your bucket list that you would like to do in your remaining years? A: I have no idea. Q: You’re satisfi ed that you have done everything you wanted to do in your life? A: Oh yeah. I’ve had a good, long life. I served in the Navy in World War II and got home safe. I still have a house in Saugus on Castle Rock Road and have been here since May of last year. After listening to most of her husband’s interview, Marilyn Fantasia agreed to answer questions about what makes her husband special and why he has lived to be 100. Q: Please tell me how you met Louis. A: Skating was the good pastime in the year that I met him. I was working as an RN and I met Louis at the roller-skating rink in Revere. I loved roller skating and he taught me how to be better. You had the beautiful music that you danced to and the lights. It was beautiful and we had a lovely time. Q: So, you were impressed with Louis’ roller-skating skills? A: Louis was a very good skater. He knew all of the tricks and moves and he knew how to dance. Q: What drew you to Louis? A: He was a friend and somebody to dance with, and he pursued me. He took one look [at me] and he was gone. He was just madly in love at that time and just fell into place. He A: Hes able to be friendly to d om ving , but not s o of us smoked or drank. Look, A LOVING COUPLE: Marilyn and Louis Fantasia took some time this week during an interview at the Saugus Rehabilitation & Nursing Center to talk about the best times of their lives together and Louis becoming Saugus’ newest Centenarian. (Saugus Advocate photo by Mark E. Vogler) people and he’s interested in living. I think he’s popular with people. He’s a perfect gentleman. Women like him, and so do men. Q: What do you think about Louis becoming Saugus’ latest centenarian? A: Living to 100 – it’s fantastic, especially with the ups and downs you go through in life. It’s really unusual for somebody to live that long in he’s still got good-looking skin – better than mine. Q: What do you think about the possibility of living to 100? A: If I’m not a problem to people – I might be the fi rst one in my family to make it. But there comes a time when it’s time to go. But I don’t want to know about it. Q: What are you most proud of about your husband? A: Louis just being an ordinary person and the way he makes friends; he gets along with all age groups. He’s family-oriented; he’s a good father even though his son lives far away. He’s loyal and sticks to his words. He really cares about people. 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Why start there? “Because he’s probably telling the play or calling something,” McKanas said. You mean you wouldn’t chest-bump the coach and scream and yell at him to get your way? “I would probably go up and say I see something,” McKanas said. “Maybe do you want to try it because it might work? And I would tell him. And if he doesn’t like it, then it’s fine.” After all, this is Haleigh McKanas. Not Taylor Swift’s boyfriend Travis Kelce of the Kansas City Chiefs in the Super Bowl yelling at Coach Andy Reid on the sidelines. One thing McKanas and Kelce do have in common: championship rings. Champion on and off the field McKanas, a wide receiver, is one of the members of a group of North Shore-based young girls whose flag football team won three national tournaments in January, including the NFL Flag National Championship at the Pro Bowl in Kissimmee, Fla. One of the games was televised by ESPN, a 30-0 win over a New York team. Announcers called McKanas and the passing attack that day “methodical” and noted McKanas’ patience and poise on one touchdown reception. The girls are currently the New England Flag Football League (NEFFL) 11u team but competed and won under the NEFFL 10u girls team. Flag football does not include physical tackling. A tackle is made when a member of the defense strips a flag from the waste of an offensive player who possesses the ball. The local team is composed of: McKanas, 11, Saugus, Myla Ramos, 11, Woburn, Kaileigh Patterson, 11, Nahant, Liliana L’Italien, 10, Danvers, Sophia Costa, 12, Peabody, Tayah Lesslie, 12, Woburn, Isabella Gosselin, 12, Peabody, and Mirabel Khan, 10, of Marblehead. Their two coaches are Tony Ramos (Myla’s father) and Terrell Patterson (Kaileigh’s father). Some big wins for them included: Beast of the East in Conshohocken, Penn., May 2021, where they won the Gold 10u Girls division and the 12u Girls silver division. McKanas won MVP. We Run the World Championships, which is also in Conshohocken, Penn., Aug. 12-13. They played in the 10u Girls Top Gun division (upper division) and scored a total of 155 points and let up zero points over the total of six games. The team also had the chance to compete and win in some historical venues such as Harvard Stadium and Boston College’s Alumni Stadium. All football, all the time McKanas hasn’t missed a beat football-wise since she started flag at 6. She also plays Saugus Youth Football, a tackle sport composed mostly of boys. She started last fall. “When we had our first practice, I was a little nervous because it’s my first year,” McKanas said. She played some quarterback and had a touchdown pass — but that may be a close second to another moment on the tackle football field for Saugus last fall. “There was one time where I played against this kid,” McKanas recalled. “And he ran the ball, and I body-slammed him to the ground. It was one of the best tackles.” And that was against Peabody. Good time to body-slam an opponent if you’re wearing a Saugus uniform. When she has downtime, McKanas is usually on her phone watching football highlights and keeping up with Maxpreps, a website that tracks several sports and young athletes. Ok, she does come up for air to do homework (she loves robotics), or to eat a good home-cooked meal (chicken marsala) or a pickle-only sub from J&M Italian American Cuisine on Central Street in Saugus. But, somehow, it’s always back to football. “Maxpreps gives highlights and gives some details of, like, how you should kind of line LIKE A CHAMP: Haleigh McKanas is shown throwing a pass to a teammate during tournament action in Florida. up in football,” McKanas said. “And (I watch) this other person who, like, tells you your stance and when you’re backpedaling so that way you don’t fall backward. You kind of stay low and stuff.” How much does she study the game? Just listen to how she talks about football. Asked about her favorite wide-receiver route, McKanas replied, “I like running up posts the best because it’s a medium slash, deep route, and usually you can get open on those plays because you’re kind of running to the middle. And if there’s like, two safeties, you kind of run down the middle. If there’s one safety, then it’s a one-on-one you’re not getting blocked by two people. And also, other people are running routes, like short routes and deep routes. So like a medium route is kind of a good route to run when other people are running deep in short routes.” Trainer: no ceiling for Haleigh Who is this Andy Reid breaking down film with Patrick Mahomes? No, it’s 11-yearold Haleigh McKanas, who knows her football and even has a trainer – Corey Boulay, owner of Reck Fitness out of Beverly. He started working with McKanas approximately a year ago. “She is one of the hardest working kids I have ever met,” Boulay said. “She never complains, has a great attitude and always puts in the work until MEET THE NEFFL 10U GIRLS CHAMPIONSHIP TEAM, shown standing from left to right: Coach Terrell Patterson of Nahant, Mirabel Khan of Marblehead, Isabella Gosselin of Peabody, Sophia Costa of Peabody, Jaslynn Lozano of New Britain, Conn., Coach Tony Ramos of Woburn. Shown kneeling, same order: Kaileigh Patterson of Nahant, Myla Ramos of Woburn, Haleigh McKanas of Saugus.(Courtesy photos) completion. Haleigh was already a great athlete when I met her, so my goal was to bring her to another level.” They work mostly on agility, plyometrics, body control, route running, strength and, most importantly, confidence and always believing in herself. “Haleigh doesn’t have a ceiling,” Boulay added. “She is going to go wherever she wants to go in football, and in life, and she will put in the work and do whatever it takes to get there. I am very grateful that I get to work with someone like Haleigh, because not only do I try to bring out the best in her, I truly feel like she also brings out the best in me. She is such a pleasure to work with.” Travel. Training. Multiple practices per week. A press team — aka Mom Krista Monastiero, who sat in on her interview with the Advocate. And a huge fan club among her family, which includes uncle and Saugus and Northeastern University football hall of famer L.J. McKanas, who set rushing records for yards and touchdowns with the Sachems. Haleigh McKanas just keeps going and going. She doesn’t need much to make her happy. Give her a patch of grass and a football, and she’s good to go. Mom in particular loves following her daughter’s path, especially in a sport that’s growing and providing great opportunities for young boys and girls like Haleigh and her North Shore teammates. According to the International Federation of American Football, 2.4 million kids under 17 are playing organized flag football in the US, while millions more participate in flag globally. Mom Monastiero noted a large push to get girls flag football added as a recognized Massachusetts Interscholastic Athletic Association (MIAA) high school sport. Nike and the New England Patriots are two of the major backers. While she loves where flag is trends, moms will be moms. She does like the protection her daughter gets under the helmet and pads of tackle football. “I feel safer with her in tackTOUCHDOWN TALES | SEE PAGE 15 ׉ 7cassandra://szXfNsz1dGK2nGQNzOlPNrWTWPV0u6Z9w61R--RciE0)`̰eΆ [׉E1THE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FriDAy, FEbrUAry 16, 2024 Page 9 U.S. stamp prices rise again for 5th time in less than 3 years; now 68 cents to mail a letter By Steve Freker U .S. Stamp prices rose to 68 cents for a single general delivery letter in late January, which was the fifth price hike in less than three years. According to U.S. Postal Service (USPS) officials, this probably won’t be the only stamp price increase in 2024, either. It is part of a financial course correction by the USPS, which has been aggressively raising stamp prices since August 2021. Still, in its announcement, the USPS called its prices continuing to be “among the most affordable in the world.” Since 2021 alone, when the price of a single general delivery stamp was 58 cents, this represents a nearly 20 percent increase in just three years – 10 cents per stamp. In an announcement this past October, USPS officials attributed the price increases to “inflationary pressures on operating expenses and the effects of a previously defective pricing model.” report, which also notes that mail volumes are falling for some of the agency’s most profitable products. The latest round of rate changes includes the increase from 66 cents to 68 cents for a Forever stamp. Whatever price paid for the Forever stamp, it retains its value indefinitely, hence the “Forever” designation. Forever stamps can be used for sending all regular-letter mail weighing less than one ounce. According to USPS officials, January’s price increases probably won’t be the only round of changes this year. The USPS has gotten into the habit of raising pricForever Stamps in 2024 – with the diff erent styles shown here – now cost 68 cents each, according to new increases put into place by the U.S. Postal Service. (Courtesy/USPS) The USPS is by law mandated to sustain itself financially rather than rely on taxpayer dollars, but the agency has been losing money for more than 15 years, according to an August report by the U.S. Government Accountability Office (GAO). The USPS’s expenses continue to grow faster than revenues, according to the GAO STAMP PRICE HISTORY: Since 2000, USPS fi rstclass stamp prices go up 17 times If it seems like the United States Postal Service (USPS) is more willing to raise prices more often lately, well, it is. According to USPS data, the service has increased the price of a fi rst-class stamp (for 1 ounce of mail) 17 times during the entire 20th century. But since the beginning of the 21st century, the USPS has already increased the price of a stamp 16 times – and we’re only 23 years into the century. For the record, here’s how much the price of a fi rst-class stamp has cost since 1885: —July 1, 1885: 2 cents. —November 2, 1917: 3 cents. —July 1, 1919: 2 cents. —July 6, 1932: 3 cents. —August 1, 1958: 4 cents. —January 7, 1963: 5 cents. —January 7, 1968: 6 cents. —May 16, 1971: 8 cents. —March 2, 1974: 10 cents. —December 31, 1975: 13 cents. —May 29, 1978: 15 cents. —March 22, 1981: 18 cents. —November 1, 1981: 20 cents. —February 17, 1985: 22 cents. —April 3, 1988: 25 cents. —February 3, 1991: 29 cents. —January 1, 1995: 32 cents. —January 10, 1999: 33 cents. —January 7, 2001: 34 cents. —June 30, 2002: 37 cents. —January 8, 2006: 39 cents. —May 14, 2007: 41 cents. —May 12, 2008: 42 cents. —May 11, 2009: 44 cents. —January 22, 2012: 45 cents. —January 27, 2013: 46 cents. —January 26, 2014: 49 cents. —April 10, 2016: 47 cents. —January 22, 2017: 49 cents. —January 21, 2018: 50 cents. —January 27, 2019: 55 cents. —August 29, 2021: 58 cents. —July 10, 2022: 60 cents. —January 22, 2023: 63 cents. —July 9, 2023: 66 cents. To give more context to today’s 66-cent cost, it only slightly outpaces the rise of infl ation since 1885, when a fi rst-class stamp cost 2 cents. According to Offi calData.org’s CPI Infl ation Calculator, 2 cents in 1885 is equivalent to 63 cents in 2023 – a cumulative price change of over 3,000%. es twice per year, each January and July, and that pacing will likely continue, according to the GAO report. When the newest rate hikes take effect, the price of a Forever stamp will be 24% higher than the January 2019–August 2021 price of 55 cents. Beyond Forever stamps, the USPS increased prices in January for most of its other products and services, too. The price of a domestic postcard will increase from 51 cents to 53 cents, while the price of mailing an international letter will go up from $1.50 to $1.55. Metered mail postage will rise from 63 cents to 64 cents. THIS WEEK ON SAUGUS TV Sunday, Feb. 18 from 9 to 11 p.m. on Channel 8 – “Sunday Night Stooges” (The Three Stooges). Monday, Feb. 19 all day on Channel 8 – “Movie Monday” (classic movies). Tuesday, Feb. 20 at 9 a.m. on Channel 8 – SHS Sports Banner Ceremony. Wednesday, Feb. 21 at 8:30 p.m. on Channel 22 – Boys Basketball vs. Triton from Feb. 8. Thursday, Feb. 22 at 7 p.m. on Channel 9 – Saugus TV BOD from Feb. 20. Friday, Feb. 23 at 8:30 p.m. on Channel 9 – Board of Appeals from Feb. 22. Saturday, Feb. 24 at 10:30 a.m. on Channel 22 – Girls Basketball vs. Peabody from Feb. 21. 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It’s a succinct way to describe Saugus High School student-athletes Braden Faiella and Isaiah Rodriguez. The duo helped lead Saugus football to one of its best seasons in recent memory. They were in playoff contention right up until the end of the regular season. And now they’ve captained the basketball team that is heading down the stretch looking to finish strong. Although the postseason won’t be in the cards for the Sachems on the hardwood, Rodriguez and Faiella have made impacts as captains. We caught up with them for a Q&A with the Saugus Advocate. Advocate: What is your role on the team this year? Faiella: My role this year was to get the guys fired up for games and practices, and I was a big rebounder and setting-picks guy. Sadly, my season was cut short due to a minor injury so after that I would help get the guys in the game waters and start chants from the bench. Rodriguez: My role for this year was to be a leader to my teammates. I’ve been growing up with most of them my whole life. It’s nice to be on the court with them one more time. Advocate: When the team is playing well what is going on out there? Faiella: When things are going well there’s a ton of energy and all of the guys are fired up playing their game. Rodriguez: For us the team plays really well when we are all talking and moving fast around the court. We are a very fast-paced team. When ~ SHS Sachems Sports roundup ~ SAUGUS-PEABODY WRESTLERS QUALIFY FOR STATES The Saugus-Peabody wrestlers qualified two for the Division 1 state meet this coming weekend. Saugus’ Sam Lorusso placed third with a 3-1 mark at last week’s Division 1 North sectionals. He got his 100th win and qualifies for states this weekend at Newton South. Saugus’ Elias Diaz placed fifth at 3-2. He avenged a first-round loss to Jayden Muir and a previous loss to Ryan Ofilios of St. John’s Prep in order to qualify as an alternate for states this weekend at Newton South. Saugus’ Max Lorusso placed sixth with a 2-3. He wrestled a great tournament, according to coach Wayne Moda. Peabody ’s Jackson Deleidi placed sixth at 2-3. He avenged two previous losses from this season to Ben Schumaker of St. John’s Prep. Saugus-Peabody had great success this year finishing 17-7-1. It was the best record in either school’s wrestling history, according to Moda. “I was really proud of our young team that consists of only two seniors, two varsity juniors and the rest all sophomores and freshmen,” Moda said. “Though we had a great dual meet team, we have a long way to go to compete in Division 1 North at the tournament level, which is the strongest section/region in New England. Powerhouses like St. John’s Prep, Haverhill and Shawsheen Tech have 40-60 on their roster. They are deep and can weather the storm when it comes to injury. In order for us to be competitive, we need more athletes which has been an issue at both schools. It truly is the toughest sport. Not many kids make it to the end of the season. We started off with 31 on the team and ended with 21 by season end. We need more of the 21.” that converts to shots starting to fall, we are set. Advocate: What are some areas the team can show growth and how so? Faiella: I would say we could be better with our shots. A lot of the time we are so close to knocking shots down, and we barely miss, but with hard work that’ll be all good. LEADERS | SEE PAGE 11 NEC CONFERENCE CHAMPS: Bottom row, shown from left to right: Juliana Powers, 2, Ella Castle, Madison Botta, Ashleen Escobar, Ana Silva, and Taylor Deleidi. Front row, shown from left to right: Assistant Coach Brablc, Assistant Coach Norma Waggett, Ashleigh Moore, Jessica Bremberg, Amelia Pappagallo, Devany Millerick, Madi Femino, Peyton DiBiasio, and Head Coach Joseph Lowe. PEABODY-SAUGUS HOCKEY NETS BIG WIN OVER BEVERLY Peabody-Saugus dropped Beverly, 4-2, in Northeastern Conference play, Peabody-Saugus’ second win in its last three. That win at McVann/O’Keefe Rink in Peabody gave the Tanners a 4-9-1 mark heading into its final four games of the season. That started with Swampscott on the road on Valentine’s Day and finishes with Winthrop (Feb. 17, 3 p.m., Larsen Arena), St. Bernard’s (Feb. 20, 1:30 p.m., Wallace Civic Center in Fitchburg) and Bedford (Feb. 21, 1 p.m., Edge Sports Center in Bedford). Peabody sophomore Brandon Berone, Saugus senior Dom Chianca, Saugus senior Ryan Jones and Peabody junior Zach Harnett had the goals in the win over the Panthers. Saugus freshman Artie O’Leary, Chianca, Jones and Harnett added assists. “It was a huge win for us,” Peabody-Saugus coach Jason Marshall said. “It was a very close game throughout. Peabody sophomore goalie Evan Tybinkowski had 45 saves in net and stood on his head again.” SAUGUS GIRLS HOOPS CLINCHES NEC TITLE OUTRIGHT The Saugus girls basketball team won its second straight Northeastern Conference Lynch Division championship with a 50-40 win over Danvers on the road. “We had a huge game by Peyton Dibiasio with 22 points,” Saugus coach Joe Lowe said. “We had huge stops on defense once again by Madi Femino. Ella Castle had eight points.” Saugus before that fell to Ipswich, 54-42. “Down the four-game stretch (to end the regular season) we are looking to round into form in terms of playing well defensively and executing as well as practicing hard this time of the year rather than wins and losses,” Lowe said. “Wakefield on the 20th is measuring stick game for us as they beat us by 40 early on in the year, and we want to use that game to see where we stand against one of the better teams in the state and how far we’ve come since then.” SAUGUS BOYS FALL ON SENIOR NIGHT The Sachems boys basketball team put up a great effort on Senior Night but lost, 75-62, to Danvers. The Sachems are now 4-13. The team was scheduled to travel to Peabody on Feb. 14. Danny Shea had 18 points against Danvers. Huey Josama added 15 points. Senior Isaiah Rodriguez dropped 10 points, and senior Travis Goyetche added eight. ׉ 7cassandra://smAHk0xKisLvIGqiSkHUmAxP7RaR5vLnYyrhfeGWRYo)v`̰eΆ [׉E }THE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FriDAy, FEbrUAry 16, 2024 Page 11 Saugus High School hockey seniors share future plans during Senior Night By Tara Vocino S augus High School hockey seniors shared future plans during their Senior Night last Wednesday at the James McVann-Louis O’Keefe Memorial Skating Rink in Peabody against Masconomet. Peabody High School students are also on the co-op team. (Advocate photos by Tara Vocino) Saugus High School senior Dominic Chianca was accompanied by his mother, Kristen, his father, Chris, and his sister, Arianna. Chianca plans to join the plumber’s union after high school. Saugus High School senior Ryan Jones was accompanied by his mother, Christine, his father, Jim, and his sister, Keara, during last Wednesday’s Senior Night. Jones plans to go to college for business. LEADERS | FROM PAGE 10 Rodriguez: For us we always kind of start off pretty slow and get better throughout the game. We need to come out every game firing and hitting our shots and playing good defense like I know we can. Advocate: How was the competition this year in the league? Who were some of the teams that impressed you and you think could do well in the postseason? Faiella: The league this year was solid. One team that stood out to me was Swampscott. I saw how they beat Beverly, which is a real good team, so they could do well. Rodriguez: The competition this year was pretty solid. There are some tough teams out there. I think Masco and Manchester Essex are doing very well. They could have a big year. Advocate: What do you think of the team’s future and what is the message to them about getting better for next year? Faiella: We have a lot of young guys coming back who are all great players so I believe they can be very good. If they stay athletic and get shots up year-round, they will be tough to beat. Rodriguez: I think the future for Saugus High basketball is very high. Although our record doesn’t show it right now, every game we lose is a hard-fought game and a dogfight – only losing by barely any points every game. Almost every kid is coming back this year, and I’m excited to see what they can put together. Advocate: As captains, what has your mission been throughout the year in terms of keeping kids positive despite not having a winning campaign? Faiella: You really gotta get guys excited and have a lot of energy cause high school sports fly by, and they need to know to enjoy it no matter what. Rodriguez: It gets kind of hard at times. We got teammates yelling at each other sometimes, but at the end of the day, we are all family. We grew up together, and it kind of resolves on its own. But as a captain I make sure we always have high positive energy and keep hopes up. Advocate: What’s next for you personally for the spring and summer and life in general after high school? Faiella: Next for me is track this spring where I hope to do well in the shotput. And I also will be grinding for football all spring and summer as I will be attending Saint Anselm’s College to play football and study accounting. Rodriguez: After high school, I committed to the University of Rochester to continue my football career. I will be playing wide receiver on their team, and I cannot wait for it. Going to be a very fun time for me and my family, while also getting a top-tier accounting major education. 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The Great Backyard Bird Count occurs this year from today (Feb. 16) through Presidents’ Day (Feb. 19). A global collaboration between Cornell University, the National Audubon Society and Birds Canada begun in 1998, this annual event encourages all amateur birdwatchers to count the birds they see or hear to give scientists a better idea of what kinds of birds are appearing in different areas and how many. You can observe for a minimum of 15 minutes or spend the whole Presidents’ Day weekend gazing at the sky and trees! I’m sure many people learn to identify some new birds at their feeders every year by participating in this event. Go to https://www. birdcount.org/ for more information. Participation is free but donations are welcomed. Among the many birds that Double amaryllis (Hippeastrum spp.) are blooming in this window in Lynnhurst. (Photo courtesy of Laura Eisener) flock to neighborhood feeders in the winter, northern cardinals are among the most popular, and they stand out in the winter landscape due to the males’ vivid red feathers. Female cardinals have more subdued colors, but their beaks are a bright red orange in contrast to the olive drab feathers. Both male and female cardinals are frequent visitors to feeders. I have seen as many as three males at once in my yard, although they do tend to be somewhat territorial and inclined to chase each other away if they arrive all at once. As far as I can tell, there is only one female, which often perches on a shrub near the feeder. House sparrows (Passer domesticus) have been occupying our birdhouse for the winter. Originally native to Eurasia, several species of sparrows are now very common across North America and can be found in most parts of the world. They are well adapted to living near human beings. Their coloring makes them well camouflaged year-round, as their brownish gray feathers are the colors of fallen leaves. House sparrows in our area are probably descended from birds deliberately introduced to New York in the 1850s to prey on a pest of street trees in the city, linden moths (Elida caniplaga), which in their caterpillar stage eat the foliage of several linden tree species (Tilia spp.). These moths have a wide range throughout North America but are not now a major pest in New England. Although they prefer moths and many other insects in spring through fall, sparrows rely mostly on seeds during winter months when insects are scarce. When checking out the winTonya Chadwick’s decorations cast a shadow in the snow on Tuesday on the eve of Valentine’s Day. (Photo courtesy of Laura Eisener) dow for the snow Tuesday morning, I was surprised to see a big flock of turkeys on my front lawn. Luckily the warnings about the storm, and the school closure resulted in lower than usual traffic volumes, since they stood around in the middle of Fairmount Avenue for a while before ambling over to a nearby cul-de-sac, Rogers Lane. Our wild turkey (Meleagris gallopavo) was much admired by Benjamin Franklin and some people think he favored it to be our national bird although the bald eagle was chosen instead. Turkeys, hawks and bald eaA flock of turkeys took over Rogers Lane in Lynnhurst during the snowstorm on Tuesday. (Photo courtesy of Laura Eisener) gles are among the larger birds that winter over in our area. The turkeys eat insects and seeds and often travel over a fairly wide range looking for food. The hawks and eagles eat meat, with the eagles preferring fish, but eagles can eat other animals and birds when lakes ponds are frozen over, preventing access to fish. Bald eagles have been seen in Saugus fairly often in recent years although I never saw any in town when I was growing up and was very excited seeing them occasionally in Maine. The first local eagles I saw were in December 2020. “Sketches of Saugus” by Benjamin Franklin Newhall – originally published as newspaper articles in the Lynn Weekly Reporter from 1858 to 1863 and published in book form by the Lynn Historical Society and Higginson Book Company in 1997 – mentions “a very old oak tree” on the banks of the Saugus River where for many years a “large white-headed eagle,” presumably a bald eagle, could often be seen. Apparently, people’s reaction to this sight was quite different than we would feel today, since the account states (p. 31) “Many unsuccessful attempts were made to destroy him.” The eagle continued to use the old oak as a perch for a couple of decades until the tree was blown down in a storm. For the last few years, we have had bald eagles nesting in town, and quite a few people have photographed them flying or perching in the area. Joanie Allbee’s painting of a bald eagle (above) shows an alert expression. Anyone who sees a bald eagle (Haliaeetus leucocephalus) carrying sticks is encouraged to email the time and location to mass.wildlife@mass.gov so they can map and count the number of eagles in Massachusetts. Males carry sticks to build nests between December and February. There are about 70 breeding pairs currently in Massachusetts, and numbers have been increasing since the use of the insecticide DDT, which made their eggshells fragile, was outlawed decades ago. Bald eagles were removed from the Federal Endangered Species list in 2007. 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. A sparrow and northern cardinal happily share the bird feeder in Lynnhurst. (Photo courtesy of Laura Eisener) This bald eagle painted by Joanie Allbee is here to help Saugus celebrate Presidents’ Day this weekend. (Photo courtesy of Joanie Allbee) ׉ 7cassandra://vjlyV2ApQPVAqLvnN-Nnl2ALs-FRBj5GrrgSPmlXqYg(`̰eΆ [׉E THE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FriDAy, FEbrUAry 16, 2024 Page 13 The Sounds of Saugus By Mark E. Vogler Good morning, Saugus! Best wishes for a very happy 100th birthday for Louis Fantasia, who became the town’s most recent Centenarian today. His name was on the agenda for last week’s Board of Selectmen’s meeting. The selectmen all signed a citation for Louis, congratulating him on achieving this impressive longevity milestone. I think it’s a big deal, as do a lot of people. During my soon-to-be eight years as editor of The Saugus Advocate, I’ve made it a point to seek an interview with every person in Saugus who lives to be 100 and we carry the story on the front page. Last week, I took the advice of Board of Selectmen Chair Debra Panetta to just call the Saugus Rehabilitation & Nursing Center on Lincoln Avenue and see if he wanted to do an interview. So, I called the center this past Monday and waited a dozen minutes before I got to talk to Louis. Since I wasn’t put on hold, I figured the nursing home staff was doing its best to locate Louis. Then I got to talk to him and he agreed to meet me any time that afternoon. An extra bonus for me was getting to talk to a World War II veteran who actually saw combat duty at sea. Louis struck me as a soft-spoken, modest man who would be low key. I notice a woman taking an interest in the interview. It turned out to be Louis’ 93-year-old wife, Marilyn. Once I learned who she was, I invited her to sit with us and participate in the interview. She had a great sense of humor, was very articulate and encouraged Louis to be more talkative. So, I spent a delightful two-plus hours talking to Louis and Marilyn. They met at a roller-skating rink in Revere and began a roller-skating romance, which evolved into a long and happy marriage. So, please check out this week’s “The Advocate Asks” for our story. I have a small black wall plaque that my grandmother once owned that proclaims “Don’t Regret Growing Old. It’s a Privilege Denied to Many.” My grandmother wanted to make the Century mark. She had a great passion for living to a real old age. But she died 20 years ago this month at age 97. I live in the house she lived most of her life in – in Methuen. So, as a grizzled newspaper man, I love to sit down and talk to Centenarians. If you know somebody in Saugus who is nearing the Century mark, please let me know about it. We’ll do an interview and get that Saugonian to reminisce about the highlights of his or her life. Most of the folks I do this interview with enjoy the experience. Stay tuned. Happy Presidents’ Day Best wishes to everyone for a safe and prosperous Presidents’ Day weekend, particularly the school kids at all grade levels who will be enjoying their winter vacation. For those kids who feel like doing a little reading over the vacation week, pull out a book – any book that’s written by or written about one of the U.S. presidents. Go to the library and check out several books. Have a few meaningful study days while you relax. A few more words from Katelynn Lemieux After filing this week’s story on Katelynn Lemieux, the candidate who is looking to become the next executive director of the Saugus Housing Authority, I did receive an email with a few more answers to my questions. I asked Katelynn what drew her to Saugus. A: Saugus is a beautiful tight-knit community. Despite being surrounded by many cities and within minutes of Boston, it has still maintained its town charm. That’s what has drawn me to the community. In terms of the position, I wanted to take on an executive director position full-time, with the Housing Authority in Wilmington simply too small to support that. I have spent nearly thirteen of the fifteen years of my working career working two-three jobs to support my household. I want to have one “home” at an authority where I can settle in, grow in, and flourish in. After doing my due diligence and looking into the Saugus Housing Authority, I am impressed with the work that Laura Glynn has done. And because of that, I am hopeful that Saugus will be my “home.” Q: What do you envisage as some of the challenges that go with this job? While working in Public Housing for the last six years, I have studied under many seasoned housing professionals, consulted with seven agenJennifer D’Eon (right) received the oath of office from Board of Selectmen Chair Debra Panetta after her reappointment to the Board of Assessors. (Courtesy Photo to the Saugus Advocate) cies, attended as many housing-related courses as I can, have obtained many certifications and received my Massachusetts Public Housing Administrator Certification. Despite all that on-the- job training and experience, I learned quickly that each housing authority has its own unique challenges and differences. Nothing can truly prepare you until you are sitting in that Executive Director’s seat. While in Saugus, I will lean on and work with my staff. I will rely upon the Maintenance Staff for their institutional knowledge of the buildings and infrastructures. I will need their input as we review our Capital Improvement Plan and ensure that we are providing the highest standard of quality to our residents. I will rely upon the Administrative Staff for their expertise with the Federal Public Housing units as I have limited experience with Federal Public Housing having worked with the Amesbury Housing Authority. Laura Glynn has graciously offered her support to me as I take on this role and I fully intend on taking her up on that offer. Q: How old are you and do you see yourself as making a career as a holding authority administrator? A: I am in my 30s. Being an individual who utilized various forms of subsidy throughout my life, I feel as though working in public housing is my way of showing gratitude and giving back. I wouldn’t be here today if it weren’t for the assistance of the local and state government. That having been said, I have a personal connection to my work and when the time comes, I intend to retire as a Massachusetts Public Housing Administrator. Q: How soon do you expect to begin after negotiating a contract? A: If negotiations are satisfactory and my contract is approved by the Executive Office of Housing and Livable Communities, we are looking at a Mid-Late March start date. This week’s “Shout Outs” We received three “shout outs” from readers this week. Saugus Housing Authority ExTHE SOUNDS | SEE PAGE 14 Board of Selectmen Chair Debra Panetta (right) swore in Maria Tamagna, who was recently reappointed to the Board of Health. (Courtesy Photo to The Saugus Advocate) ׉ 7cassandra://ascJRwymp2ClQxlJkhWyov75Ci42Pv03_rh6SC9kzdg(z`̰eΆ [eΆ [ PבCט(u׉׉ 7cassandra://uZklbWpjQ5VQIvRN1jE7qJisz-DewLEnuURMv3iCX7w ``)׉ 7cassandra://S5crM23lfvW4_v5GwmEUjzjijbkd1Ydwc17yEJPQcnE͕p`J׉ 7cassandra://idd2GiGepSUrTJoTtvyjK_rk9C08gvviMrFwIG9dciY$`̰eΆ([ט((u׉׉ 7cassandra://6hT_0ssDZI84MGqVKLqeQ74XD_L-3ZI8ZiX_Y2RsGFI @h`)׉ 7cassandra://3b8oFpxjEpX61nV5BMLsP-Jk8_1hkYbDC_6JCe96n8o͑`J׉ 7cassandra://dtf9plFhvclwiJBFBpWUbM4_sjAV7O2XWLem0A0nWc8$j`̰eΆ([נeΆ)[m0 9ׁHhttp://a.m.toׁ ׁ ЈנeΆ)[o9ׁH$mailto:jessica.narog-hutton@mass.govׁ ׁ Ј׉E*Page 14 THE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FriDAy, FEbrUAry 16, 2024 SOUNDS | FROM PAGE 13 ecutive Director Laura Glynn heaped heartfelt praise on the authority staff that help make life more comfortable for the residents: “Proud of the staff - who showed up every day during Covid. (Unlike any other Housing Authority). Both the maintenance: Peter Genzali, Darren Ring, Guy Moley, Josh Bennett, and Mark DePippo. And Administrative Staff: Jackeline Gorski, Patricia Ruscio, Bryan Croad, Nicole Cirino and Jill Palumbo. Shows the dedication to their jobs and the residents who reside at Saugus Housing Authority!!! So Proud of them.” Board of Selectmen Chair Debra Panetta offered this “double shout out” to acknowledge the efforts of dedicated Saugus Town Government volunteers: “ I would like to give two shout outs this week. One is for Jennifer D’Eon, who was reappointed to the Board of Assessors. The other is for Maria Tamagna, who was sworn in to be reappointed to the Board of Health. I want to sincerely thank both Jenn and Maria for their volunteerism and dedication to our community.” 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. Food Pantry notes The Saugus United Parish Food Pantry is open today (Friday, Feb, 16) 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 a.m., with breakfast served from 8-9:00 a.m. for an $8 donation. Veterans who cannot afford the donation may be served free. Budget time nearing Selectmen have scheduled their next meeting for 6 p.m. Feb. 27 in the first floor conference room at Saugus Town Hall. That session will essentially kick off the town’s municipal budget season. Town Manager Scott C. Crabtree will unveil his spending plan for the 2025 Fiscal Year that begins July 1. Soon after, the town’s Finance Committee will schedule its series of Wednesday review sessions of each of the department budgets and make recommendations for the Annual Town Meeting, which is set to convene on the first Monday in May. Stay tuned. Compost/Recycling DropOff Site winter hours The Town of Saugus Compost/Recycling Drop-Off Site is closed for the winter. But it will reopen for recycling on the third Saturday of February, and March 2024 weather permitting. Please note: The site will be open tomorrow (Saturday, Feb. 17) and March 16 during the period from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Please contact Scott Brazis, Director of Solid Waste/ Recycling, with any questions at 781-231-4036. Town Meeting Sessions Precinct 10 Town Meeting Member Peter Manoogian is providing an opportunity for Saugus citizens who want to learn the basics about Town Meeting – the legislative body of Saugus town government. Manoogian is a veteran of about four decades in local town government at various levels, including many years as a Town Meeting member. The three sessions Manoogian will be leading this year are tailored for newly elected Town Meeting members or veterans who want to refresh themselves about Robert’s Rules of Order or how to put forward an article for consideration. But the sessions that Manoogian is planning are free and open to the public – for all interested citizens. The sessions will take place on these three nights: Feb. 16 and 29 and March 25 – from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. in the Community Room of The Saugus Public Library (295 Central St.). Democratic Town Committee Caucus – Feb. 28 The Saugus Democratic Town Committee (SDTC) will hold its Caucus on Feb. 28 to elect delegates to the Democratic State Convention held in June. The Caucus will be at 7 p.m. at the Saugus Public Safety Building (27 Hamilton St., Second Floor). The Caucus is open to the public, but only registered Saugus Democrats can vote on delegates. The primary function of the SDTC is to support Democratic candidates for office, both locally and at the state level. It also engages in voter education and voter registration. Registered Democrats living in Saugus who are interested in playing an active role in the political process in Saugus are welcome to attend any meetings of the Committee. For questions contact saugusdtc@ gmail.com Kindergarten Enrollment 2024-2025 Open enrollment for kindergarten will begin on Monday, April 22, and continue through Friday, April 26. Kindergarten is free and full day (8:30 a.m.2:30 p.m.). Families can pick up a kindergarten registration packet at the main office of the Veterans Early Learning Center between the hours of 9:30 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. Completed registration packets will be due on Wednesday, May 22, and Thursday, May 23, during the following hours: 9:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. (All registration documents must be included on the packet return dates.) Staff will be available to collect your documentation at the main entrance. Once all documentation is confirmed we will schedule an appointment for a mandatory kindergarten screening. Kindergarten screenings will be held on June 3 & 4 and will last 20 minutes. *While there is no official deadline for kindergarten registration, we ask that you register your student by May 24, to help us effectively plan staffing and programming for next year.” SAVE 2024 Environmental Scholarship Available Saugus Action Volunteers for the Environment (SAVE) is very pleased to announce that it is offering a $1,000 Environmental Scholarship to a Saugus resident who is or will be attending a two- or fouryear college or other educational institution and pursuing a degree in an area that would positively impact the environment. A qualifying applicant may be a 2024 high school graduating senior or a current college undergraduate student continuing their education. Applicants can download the SAVE 2024 Environmental Scholarship Application Form found at www.saugusSAVE.org. Please note: Section C of the application should be identified with your initials only and should provide a brief summary of any of your activities relating to the environment, as well as describe how you feel your career choice will positively impact the environment. Please email your application – no later than midnight on April 19, 2024 – to: SAVE Co-President Ann Devlin at adevlin@aisle10.net What’s new at the Saugus Public Library? There’s always something interesting going on. Here’s a few activities with checking out: • Clay Yeti Luminaria: On Thursday, Feb. 22, from 1 to 2:30 p.m., fifth grade and up, in the Community Room. Here’s your chance to craft a cute yeti with air-dry clay. Glowing from within is a battery-operated candle that illuminates the face. Space is limited; please call or sign up using our events calendar. Saugus Public Library – 295 Central St., Saugus; 781-2314168; 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). When: Wednesday, February 21, at 10 a.m. Where: Saugus Public Library, 295 Central St., Saugus, Brooks Rm (2nd floor). • Mad Science! Fire & Ice, a thrilling display of science experiments that are both sizzling and chilling, is set for Wednesday, Feb. 21, at 10:30 a.m. for the kids in the first through sixth grades. Mad Science’s Fire & Ice show will entertain kids while demonstrating scientific concepts using dry ice and heat. No registration required. • “The Gingerbread Kid”: Thursday, Feb. 22, at 10 a.m. This program is recommended for children three and older. No registration is required. Fairy Tale Players will perform “The Gingerbread Kid,” a retelling of the classic gingerbread man story. • Bruins PJ Drive: The Boston Bruins, Cradles to Crayons, Massachusetts Board of Library Commissioners and Wonderfund are once again partnering to rally communities in support of children in need across Massachusetts by encouraging donations of new pajamas. The drive began on Feb. 1 and will run through Feb. 29. Here is how you can get involved and support the 17th Annual Bruins PJ Drive: 1) Register on our website and learn more about this year’s PJ Drive. 2) Collect new pajamas, size 12-18 months through 18/20 (adult medium). 3) Drop off or ship your donation to Cradles to Crayons, 281 Newtonville Ave., Newton, Mass. 02460. 4) Celebrate and appreciate. Your donations will provide thousands of children with a warm pair of pajamas. loon! Bingo is back at the KowJoin the Kowloon Restaurant for Wednesday Night Bingo. The event takes place every Wednesday from 7 to 9 p.m. and will continue to April 3. Entry is free. Games, prizes and music highlight the event. For more information, call the Kowloon Restaurant at 781233-0077 or visit online at www.kowloonrestaurant.com Friday Night Dance Jam at the Kowloon The Kowloon Restaurant is set to host Friday Night Dance Jam where Motown meets Freestyle, starring the Classic Supremes, the Cover Girls and P2, Lance Bernard Bryant and Jovian Ford. DJ Ricky will spin club classics. The event is slated for March 8. VIP Tickets are $75 per person for reserved seating, buffet and photos with the artists. Doors open for VIP tickets from 6-8 p.m. General admission tickets are $65 per person for reserved seating only. Doors open for General admission tickets at 8 p.m. Showtime is 9 p.m. Tickets are available by order online at Kowloonrestaurant.com or the Kowloon front desk or chargeby-phone: 781-233-0077. For more information or to purchase tickets, call the Kowloon Restaurant at 781-233-0077 or visit online at www.kowloonrestaurant.com Wednesday fireside chats at Breakheart this month The state Department of Conservation & Recreation (DCR) invites the public to join agency staff by the fire in Breakheart Reservation’s Visitor Center every Wednesday morning throughout February. The new series offers visitors a unique opportunity to engage directly with DCR’s staff experts and learn more about the agency’s work, with a specific focus on Breakheart Reservation. Each week will feature a different speaker who will share insights, experiences and knowledge about various aspects of the reservation, including its work to protect the climate, archeological finds, the local bird population and the Breakheart fires. The chats include: THE SOUNDS | SEE PAGE 15 ׉ 7cassandra://idd2GiGepSUrTJoTtvyjK_rk9C08gvviMrFwIG9dciY$`̰eΆ [׉E%SOUNDS | FROM PAGE 14 THE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FriDAy, FEbrUAry 16, 2024 TOUCHDOWN TALES| FROM PAGE 8 • Feb. 21: JP Patton, DCR Archaeologist, 10 a.m. Delve into the fascinating world of archaeology as JP Patton shares discoveries and insights into archaeological finds at Breakheart Reservation. • Feb. 28: Ben Jenelle, DCR District 5 Fire Warden, 10 a.m. Hear firsthand accounts of the Breakheart fires from the Spring/Summer of 2022 and understand their impact on the reservation. The Warden will tell us about the measures taken by DCR to manage and mitigate future fire risks. Winter is calling at Breakheart If you love hiking, nature and the great outdoors, there’s a lot going on this winter at Breakheart Reservation – courtesy of the state Department of Conservation & Recreation (DCR). All Programs are free and open to the public. An adult must accompany children. Reasonable accommodations available upon request. Parking fees may apply depending on the program location. For more information, please email Jessica Narog-Hutton, Visitor Services Supervisor, at jessica.narog-hutton@mass.gov Here are a few programs that DNR has in the works: • On Sundays now through March, why not do something easy, like a Sunday morning hike from 10 a.m. to noon. Check in at the Visitor Center (177 Forest St., Saugus). Join the Park Interpreter for a 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. This activity is best suited for ages eight years and up. The hike will be canceled in the event of heavy rain. • On Thursdays now through March, the Camp Nihan Educational Center (121 Walnut St., Saugus) will offer the Wild Breakheart Series from 9 to 10 a.m. Join Breakheart staff for this rotating nature series that will explore different aspects of Breakheart in the wintertime. This month learn about animal tracking. Discover how tracks that animals leave behind can tell us a story about what they do when no one is around. In March be a part of the Breakheart Birding Club. Discover what birds are starting to come back for the spring and what birds stay from the winter. • On Fridays now through March, check out Kidleidoscope from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. at the Visitor Center (177 Forest St., Saugus). Come join a 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. This activity is appropriate for families with children who are three to five years old. Meet at the Visitor Center. • On Saturdays now through March, “Step into the Past” from 10 a.m.to noon at the Visitor Center (177 Forest St., Saugus). Join the park interpreter to discover the park history. Hikes are about two and a half miles and of moderate difficulty along rocky trails with several stops. Best for adults and older children with a keen interest in history. Meet outside the Visitor Center. This activity will be canceled in the event of rain. • First and third Saturdays: Stories in Stone: Breakheart has been shaped not only by nature but by the many people who have called it home. • Second and fourth Saturdays: Glacial Giants: Countless clues to a glacial past dot the landscape. If one knows where to look, this hidden geologic history can be revealed. About The Saugus Advocate We welcome press releases, news announcements, freelance articles and courtesy photos from the community. Our deadline is noon Wednesday. If you have a story idea, an article or photo to submit, please email me at mvoge@comcast. le because she’s completely protected,” Monastiero said. “With flag there’s a push now to start wearing a soft covering, a headband style soft helmet. A lot of teams are required at this point. One of the leagues that we go to for tournaments is recommending it strongly. So I think there’s a push in that direction at least to have some head protection. And then they have a mouthguard. But that’s it for flag. It’s a lot of collisions.” Finding a home with flag Mom’s still 100% behind her daughter in flag and anything she wants to do. And nothing’s derailed McKanas. She started playing flag in July of 2019 in 6u and stopped when COVID hit. She resumed in the spring of 2022. She tried out for NEFFL Elite in the spring of 2023 on a whim. She also plays rec league locally in the NEFFL league itself as well as New England Sports run by Nathan Farrar, which keeps her love for the fun of the game alive, ASKS | FROM PAGE 7 about yourself. A: I was born Nov. 30, 1931. I grew up in Gloucester. I graduated from Gloucester High School in 1949 and finished my RN training in 1952. I went into nurse training when I was 17. Q: Being a nurse – was that a childhood ambition? A: I went to work when I was 12 at Addison Gilbert Hospital in Gloucester and decided I was going to be a nurse, and I later trained at Newton-Wellesley Hospital. I didn’t like to be recognized or made a big deal of, but I knew I wanted to be a nurse. And I saw a cesarean section when I was 12 years old. Q: You’ve had a good life together with Louis? A: Yes, we have. We fight, but not that bad. You have to, when you’re two separate people. But I’m the boss. You know that. I would say we’ve lived a simple life – not extravagant. And we’re lucky to have lived in this part of the country. We celebrated our 50th wedding anniversary on our 49th, while we were still alive. But we’ve lived a lot longer. The times have gone by fast. The roller-skating years were the fun years. And we did candlepin bowling. We always had animals – cats and dogs. We always had company. We had a small boat in Revere. We’ve done a lot of things together. Louis used to come and wait while I was finishing a 3-11 shift at the hospital. They let him hang around and never kicked him out. Mom said. “She has a huge village of support including her grandparents, cousins, aunts, uncles and teachers,” Monastiero said. “She maintains her crazy schedule of practice, games, trainings and travel while keeping excellent grades and friendships.” McKanas feels the support, which also includes brother John, 8, and Lucy, 6. Asked by this reporter toward the end of the interview if there was anything she’d like to add, she immediately wanted to “shout out” her coaches: current coaches Tony Ramos and Terrell Patterson and all her past mentors in the game, such as Derek MacMillan, who is greatly responsible for her falling in love with flag. “They’re the ones who really pushed me and made me better,” McKanas said. She’s also got a fan in her coaches. Patterson, 42, director of operations at the Lynn Community Health Center, first got involved Page 15 with flag football volunteer coaching. When his daughter Kaileigh Patterson was 5 and playing her first season, he was not fond of the way coaches coached young girls. “That’s when I made a decision to volunteer and give young girls an equitable experience learning the sport,” Coach Patterson said. “I committed to coaching girls no different than coaching boys. Along the way throughout the years, more like-minded families and young girls found a place with flag football.” Enter McKanas, who Patterson calls a standout starting wide receiver who “lets her game speak.” “Haleigh complements the offense well with being a play-making threat,” the coach added. “She is the ultimate teammate who shows up to work hard and never complains.” What does he mean by “lets her game speak?” Ask McKanas: “Like basically, you don’t show off,” she says. “You don’t say anything. You just let your game speak. You show people what you can really do.” She’s absolutely not like Taylor Swift’s boyfriend. A ROLLER-SKATING ROMANCE: Marilyn and Louis Fantasia earlier this week in an interview at the Saugus Rehabilitation & Nursing Center reminisced about their roller-skating days in the late 1950s in Revere, where they first met, became close friends and wound up getting married in 1959. Louis turns 100 today. (Saugus Advocate photo by Mark E. Vogler) Q: You lived in Saugus a long time and still own a house on Castle Rock Road. What do you like about Saugus? A: Saugus reminds me of growing up in Gloucester, and it’s been good to me. The people and the type of living – I think that’s why I got used to it right away. I loved living in the Golden Hills area, where we had skating in the winter time and swimming in the summer. We had a neighborhood crime watch in the Golden Hills area. We never had children. I had cancer instead. We had a nice big yard – off in the wooded area. We went through eight dogs. I had seven dogs at one time, and I had cats, too. I was an animal lover. Q: Were you active in the community? A: Yes. I loved being involved. I belonged to SAVE [Saugus Action Volunteers for the Environment]. I was a member of the East Saugus United Methodist Church. I was also a member of the Golden Hills Association. Saugus was great for me, and I loved to live here. Q: How has it been for you at the Saugus Rehabilitation & Nursing Center? A: The staff is good here and treats us well. But to be out of my home [Castle Rock Road] – it’s very, very difficult; it’s a difficult time for me. I’m homesick all of the time. 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Retired Worker Dear Retired, Whether or not you are required to fi le a federal income tax return this year will depend on how much you earned last year (in 2023), as well as the source of the income, your age and fi ling status. Here’s a rundown of this tax season’s IRS tax fi ling requirement thresholds. For most people, this is pretty straightforward. If your 2023 gross income – which includes all taxable income, not counting your Social Security benefits, unless you are married and fi ling separately – was below the threshold for your fi ling status and age, you probably won’t have to fi le. But if it’s over, you will. • .Single: $13,850 ($15,700 if you’re 65 or older by Jan. 1, 2023). • .Married filing jointly: $27,700 ($29,200 if you or your spouse is 65 or older; or $30,700 if you’re both over 65). • .Married fi ling separately: $5 at any age. • .Head of household: $20,800 ($22,650 if 65 or older). • .Qualifying surviving spouse: $27,700 ($29,200 if 65 or older). To get a detailed breakdown on federal fi ling requirements, along with information on taxable and nontaxable income, call the IRS at 800-829-3676 and ask them to mail you a free copy of the “1040 and 1040-SR Instructions for Tax Year 2023,” or you can see it online at IRS.gov/ pub/irs-pdf/i1040gi.pdf. Check Here Too Be aware that there are other fi nancial situations that can require you to fi le a tax return, even if your gross income falls below the IRS filing requirements. For example, if you earned more than $400 from self-employment in 2023, owe any taxes on an IRA, Health Savings Account or an alternative minimum tax, or get premium tax credits because you, your spouse or a dependent is Senin r ior or by Jim Miller Do I Need to File a Tax Return This Year? enrolled in a Health Insurance Marketplace plan, you’ll need to fi le. You’ll also need to fi le if you’re receiving Social Security benefi ts, and one-half of your benefi ts plus your other gross income and any tax-exempt interest exceeds $25,000, or $32,000 if you’re married and fi ling jointly. To fi gure all this out, the IRS off ers an online tax tool that asks a series of questions that will help you determine if you’re required to fi le, or if you should file because you’re due a refund. It takes less than 15 minutes to complete. You can access this tool at IRS.gov/Help/ITA – click on “Do I Need to File a Tax Return?” Or you can get assistance over the phone by calling the IRS helpline at 800-829-1040. Check Your State Even if you’re not required to fi le a federal tax return this year, don’t assume that you’re also excused from fi ling state income taxes. The rules for your state might be very diff erent. Check with your state tax agency before concluding that you’re entirely in the clear. For links to state tax agencies see Taxadmin.org/fta-members. Tax Preparation Help If you fi nd that you do need to fi le a tax return this year, you can free fi le through the IRS at IRS.gov/FreeFile if your 2023 adjusted gross income was below $79,000. Or, if you need some help, contact the Tax Counseling for the Elderly (or TCE) program. Sponsored by the IRS, TCE provides free tax preparation and counseling to middle and low-income taxpayers, age 60 and older. Call 800-9069887 or visit IRS.treasury.gov/ freetaxprep to locate services near you. You can also get tax preparation assistance through the AARP Foundation Tax-Aide service. Call 888-227-7669 or visit AARP.org/fi ndtaxhelp for more information. You don’t have to be an AARP member to use this service. 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. OBITUARIES Donna E. (Devin) Hittinger of Robert R. Hittinger with whom she shared 44 years of marriage. Born in Lynn, Donna was the daughter of the late Francis R. and Helen (Zwierko) Devin. Shortly after a brief career at State Street Bank, she met the love of her life, Robert. A few short years later, they welcomed their only loving daughter, Kerri Ann Hittinger. Donna was a dedicatO f Saugus. Age 72, passed away peaceful ly on Sunday, February 11th at home. She was the beloved wife ed wife and mother and through the years as a homemaker, she enjoyed gardening, the casino, her nightly scratch ticket, and coastal car rides with her husband. You could often find her dancing around the kitchen listening to and signing to oldies while cooking her family’s favorite meals. In addition to her hus~ 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 request of the Saugus/Everett Elks, Mr. Ronald Visconti, Exalted Ruler, 413 Main Street, Saugus, MA 01906, to approve a Change of Manager to Ms. Christine Dale Hyde. This Public Hearing will be held on Tuesday, March 5, 2024, 7:10 PM, at the Saugus Town Hall Auditorium, second floor, 298 Central Street, Saugus, MA 01906. Anthony Cogliano, Chairman Janice K. Jarosz, Temp. Clerk February 16, 2024 ~ 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 request of the Fox Hill Yacht Club, Mr. Bart Buonopane, Commodore, 114 Ballard Street, Saugus, MA to approve a Change of Manager to Mr. Albert John Tamburino, Jr. This Public Hearing will be held on Tuesday, March 5, 2024, 7:15 PM, at the Saugus Town Hall Auditorium, second floor, 298 Central Street, Saugus, MA 01906. Anthony Cogliano, Chairman Janice K. Jarosz, Temp. Clerk February 16, 2024 O f Saugus. Entered into eternal rest on Wednesday, February 7, 2024 in the North Shore Medical Center-Salem Hospital. She was 85 years old. Born and raised in Everett, Josephine resided in Saugus for the past 32 years. She worked as a clerk for Sky Chef for many years. Dear daughter of the OBITS | SEE PAGE 17 band, Donna is survived by her daughter Kerri Hittinger of Saugus; her sister Gail D’Errico and her husband Michael of Saugus; her brother William Devin and his wife Eileen of Lynn. She was the sister-in-law of Douglas and Marie Hittinger of Middleton, Lawrence Hittinger, Joyce and Joseph Molloy, Janis Cannata all of Saugus, and the late Scott Hittinger and his wife Stacy Hittinger of Revere. She is also survived by numerous nieces and nephews. Relatives and friends were invited to attend visiting hours in the Bisbee-Porcella Funeral Home, 549 Lincoln Ave., Saugus on Thursday February 13 from 4-7 p.m. A funeral service will be held in the funeral home on Friday at 11 a.m. Interment in Riverside Cemetery in Saugus. In lieu of flowers, donations in Donna’s memory may be made to Care Dimensions at caredimensions.org. Josephine Mary (DeCrescentis) Petruzzella ׉ 7cassandra://3hFsWyjCvRqhBa2G2Sumsf0s7_VMzt9FEh-68ITGCIs(`̰eΆ [׉EqTHE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FriDAy, FEbrUAry 16, 2024 Page 17 Fairfield University Congratulates Fall 2023 Dean’s List Local resident recognized F AIRFIELD, Conn. (February 14, 2024) -Delaney L. Roscoe of Saugus, is among the students at Fairfield University student that received Dean’s List Honors for the Fall 2023 semester. In order to be placed on OBITS | FROM PAGE 16 late Americo and Romilda (DiCato) DeCrescentis; the dear and devoted mother of Richard J. Petruzzella, Jr. and his wife Lisa, Joseph M. Petruzzella and Rochelle G. Still and her husband Robert; mother-in-law of Debra J. Petruzzella; devoted sister of the late Yvonne Blundell; loving and cherished Grandma of Lauren and Joshua Doyon, Stephanie and Jonathan Maltais, Madison Petruzzella, Tiffany and Shane Gonsalves, Vanessa Still, Natasha and Andrew Cacciola, and 12 loving great grandchildren. Josephine is also survived by many loving relatives and friends. Relatives and friends were invited to attend Josephine’s visitation in the Cafasso & Sons Funeral Home, Everett on Saturday, February 10, followed by a Funeral Home Service. Interment was be private. Contributions in Josephine’s memory to National Multiple Sclerosis Society, 465 Waverley Oaks Road, Suite 202, Waltham, MA 02452 would be sincerely appreciated. Mrs. Robin (Greenglass) Cushing O f Saugus. Died on Sunday, February 11 at her home surrounded by her loving family at the age of 66. She was the wife of Richard J. Cushing with whom she shared 36 years of marriage. Born and raised in Winthrop, she was the daughter of the late Sheldon and Jean (Mount) Greenglass. A geriatric social worker, Robin dedicated her life to improving the lives of the elderly and worked for many years with local home care agency social services. She had been a resident of Sauthe Dean’s List, students must have completed a minimum of 12 credit hours in a semester, have no outstanding or incomplete grades for that semester, and have attained a semester grade point average of 3.50 or better. Fairfield University is a private Jesuit university in Fairfield, Connecticut founded in 1942. It offers bachelor’s degrees, master’s degrees, and doctoral degrees through its five schools and colleges. Mattapoisett, or spending time with her friends and family on the deck. Besides her husband, she is survived by her two daughters: of Sarah J. Cushing and Rachel M. Cushing, both of Saugus. Robin was the sister of Elaine Gallagher of NC & Paul Greenglass of Boston. She is also survived by many nieces and nephews. Relatives & friends were gus for the last 34 years. While raising her two girls, she became active in the school system as a librarian and later a substitute teacher while running two girl scout troops, acting as stage manager to uncountable dance recitals and drama performances, and even coached a softball team one year. In her free time, she could be found in her garden, fishing on the family boat off the coast of invited to attend visiting hours in the Bisbee-Porcella Funeral Home, 549 Lincoln Ave., Saugus, on Wednesday, February 14. A funeral service was held in the funeral home on Thursday. At the request of the family the burial is private. For condolences visit www.BisbeePorcella.com. In lieu of flowers donations in her memory may be made to the Glioblastoma Foundation @glioblastomafoundation.org - LEGAL NOTICE - COMMONWEALTH OF MASSACHUSETTS THE TRIAL COURT PROBATE AND FAMILY COURT Essex Division Docket No. ES24P0246EA Estate of: JOH MARIE REED Date of Death: NOVEMBER 16, 2023 INFORMAL PROBATE PUBLICATION NOTICE To all persons interested in the above captioned estate, by Petition of Petitioner Lucille P. Reed of East Boston, MA Lucille P. Reed of East Boston, MA has been informally appointed as the Personal Representative of the estate to serve without surety on the bond. The estate is being administered under informal procedure by the Personal Representative under the Massachusetts Uniform Probate Code without supervision by the Court. Inventory and accounts are not required to be filed with the Court, but interested parties are entitled to notice regarding the administration from the Personal Representative and can petition the Court in any matter relating to the estate, including distribution of assets and expenses of administration. Interested parties are entitled to petition the Court to institute formal proceedings and to obtain orders terminating or restricting the powers of Personal Representatives appointed under formal procedure. A copy of the Petition and Will, if any, can be obtained from the Petitioner. February 16, 2024 ~ 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 transfer of an All Alcohol liquor license, Common Victualer and Entertainment licenses from 44 Broadway Restaurant Group, Inc, d/b/a Oye’s Restaurant & Bar, 44 Broadway, Saugus, MA, Mr. Raymond Falite, 58R Pulaski Street, Peabody, MA, 01960, proposed new owner. This Public Hearing will be held at the Saugus Town Hall, second floor Auditorium, 298 Central Street on March 5, 2024, at 7:20 PM. Anthony Cogliano, Chairman Janice K. Jarosz, Temp. Clerk February 16, 2024 - 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. ES24P03335EA Estate of: ROSARIO MORELLO Date of Death: 11/21/2003 CITATION ON PETITION FOR FORMAL ADJUDICATION To all interested persons: A Petition for Formal Adjudication of Intestacy and Appointment of Personal Representative has been filed by Clare W. Morello of North Reading, 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: Clare W. Morello of North Reading, MA be appointed as Personal Representative(s) of said estate to serve 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 03/26/2023. 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. 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SAUGUS $725,000 Rare two-family with 2/3 bedrooms, hardwood floors, and a charming patio in a quiet side street location. BEVERLY $689,900 Renovated colonial with new kitchen, hardwood floors, and heating system. Features a 2-car garage and large lot. COMING SOON COMING SOON - RENOVATED 13 YEARS AGO, THIS 3 BED CAPE OFFERS AN OPEN CONCEPT KITCHEN/ DINING AREA THAT INCLUDES, STAINLESS APPLIANCES, GRANITE, BREAKFAST BAR, TILE FLOOR WITH A MATCHING BACKSPLASH. RED OAK HARDWOOD FLOOR, CROWN MOLDING, THE SUN ROOM WITH SKYLIGHT LEADS TO DECK OVERLOOKING A FENCED LEVEL YARD. THE LOWER LEVEL FAMILY ROOM HAS BERBER CARPET AND OFFERS AN 400 SQUARE FEET OF HEATED LIVING SPACE, 1715 SQFT IN TOTAL. SAUGUS CALL KEITH 781-389-0791 FOR DETAILS COMING SOON COMING SOON- 2 FAMILY LOCATED IN THE CENTER OF TOWN. ONE UNIT CONSISTS OF 2 BEDROOMS, 1 BATH, THE OTHER IS 1 BEDROOM, 1 BATH. BOTH GAS HEATING SYSTEMS ARE NEWER. HARDWOOD FLOORING, EAT-IN KITCHENS. PROPERTY HAS A LARGE YARD AND OFF STREET PARKING. SAUGUS CALL KEITH 781-389-0791 FOR DETAILS FOR SALE FOR SALE -PREMIERE LOCATION FOR RETAIL/OFFICE SPACE IN ONE OF LYNNFIELD'S BUSIEST PLAZAS. THIS BUILDING IS CURRENTLY OWNED AND USED BY THE KOC. THIS COLONIAL OFFERS 30+ PARKING SPACES. INSIDE YOU'LL FIND ALMOST 3600 SF OVER 2 FINISHED LEVELS, AND AN ADDITIONAL UNFINISHED FULL BASEMENT. RB ZONING. MANY POSSIBILITIES FOR AN OWNER/USER OR INVESTOR LOOKING TO CAPITALIZE ON MULTIPLE SPACES OR TEAR-DOWN & REBUILD. MAIN LEVEL HAS SMALLER FUNCTION AREA, LARGE HALL AREA, KITCHEN, 1/2 BATH & BAR AREA. UPPER LEVEL HAS 2 OFFICES, CONFERENCE ROOM & FULL BATH .LYNNFIELD $649,000 CALL KEITH 781-389-0791 FOR LEASE FOR LEASE -600 SQUARE FOOT OPEN SPACE WITH KITCHEN AND 1/2 BATH INCLUDED.TENANT PAYS THEIR OWN GAS AND ELECTRIC UTILITIES. CLOSE TO SAUGUS CENTER, THIS HIGH TRAFFIC AREA IS AN EXCELLENT LOCATION FOR A NEW OR EXISTING BUSINESS. PERFECT FOR OFFICE, AESTHETICIANS, NAIL SALON, YOGA STUDIO, ETC. INCLUDES ONE PARKING SPOT IN REAR FOR BUSINESS OWNER. AVAILABLE MARCH 1ST SAUGUS $1,500 CALL KEITH 781-389-0791 SOLD RENTALS 2 BEDROOM SINGLE FAMILY HOME WITH OPEN CONCEPT, LARGE BEDROOMS WITH BALCONIES AND ONE BATHROOM. FIRST FLOOR LAUNDRY, QUAINT AREA. SAUGUS $2,800 PLUS UTILITIES CALL RHONDA 781-706-0842 1 BEDROOM APARTMENT EAT-IN KITCHEN WITH PLENTY OF CABINETS. FRESHLY PAINTED AND NEW CARPETS. LAUNDRY HOOK-UPS IN UNIT FOR AN ELECTRIC DRYER. 2 CAR OFF STREET PARKING. NO PETS AND NO SMOKING. FIREPLACE IN BEDROOM IS DECORATIVE ONLY. GOOD CREDIT AND REFERENCES. 3 MONTHS RENT REQUIRED TO MOVE IN. AVAILABLE 3/1-SAUGUS $1800 CALL RHONDA 781-706-0842 TWO BEDROOM, 2 BATH MODERN CONDO WITH LAUNDRY IN UNIT. 2ND FLOOR UNIT WITH HARDWOOD FLOORING, CENTRAL AIR, EXTRA STORAGE, AND OFF STREET PARKING. SPACIOUS BEDROOMS. AVAILABLE IMMEDIATELY. REVERE $2,800 UTILITIES NOT INCLUDED. CALL LAUREN 781-835-6989 SOLD - LYNNFIELD OFF MARKET TO ONE OF MY INVESTOR BUYER CLIENTS. I HAVE LOTS OF CASH BUYERS WHO WILL CLOSE FAST AND ARE NOT AFRAID OF WORK. THEY WILL ALSO CLEAN OUT YOUR PROPERTY IF YOU DO NOT WANT TO. SO IF YOU ARE LOOKING FOR A QUICK CASH SALE, WHERE YOU JUST NEED TO TAKE WHAT YOU WANT AND LEAVE, GIVE ME A CALL. DEBBIE 617-678-9710 MOBILE HOMES LOOKING TO BUY OR SELL? COMING SOON COMING SOON-BRAND NEW CONSTRUCTION COLONIAL LOCATED ON A NICE SIDE STREET NOT FAR FROM ELEMENTARY SCHOOLS AND THE CENTER OF TOWN. 4 BEDS, 3.5 BATH WITH HARDWOOD THROUGH-OUT. BEAUTIFUL KITCHEN AND BATHS. EXQUISITE DETAIL AND QUALITY BUILD. GARAGE UNDER. SAUGUS CALL KEITH 781-389-0791 JOHN DOBBYN 617-285-7117 CALL HIM FOR ALL YOUR REAL ESTATE NEEDS SPACIOUS 2 BEDROOM IN NEED OF TLC. GREAT FOR HANDYMAN. HEAT AND A/C NOT WORKING. LARGE ADDITION.2 CAR PARKING. DANVERS $79,900 YOUNG ONE BEDROOM IN GOOD CONDITION IN A DESIRABLE PARK WITH 2 PARKING SPOTS. SOLD AS IS. SUBJECT TO PROBATE DANVERS $99,900 SPACIOUS 2 BEDROOM IN EXCELLENT CONDITION WITH NICE YARD. LOW PARK RENT. PEABODY $179,900 PRE-CONSTRUCTION. WELCOME TO SHADY OAKS BRAND NEW MANUFACTURED HOME COMMUNITY. AFFORDABLE YET UPSCALE LIVING , EACH HOME HAS AMPLE SQUARE FOOTAGE WITH 2 BEDROOMS AND 2 BATHS. ONE WILL HAVE 3 BEDROOMS AND ONE BATH. OPEN CONCEPT PERFECT FOR ENTERTAINING. HIGH QUALITY FINISHES FROM TOP TIER APPLIANCES TO ELEGANT FINISHES.. A SERENE WOODED SETTING WHILE BEING CONVENIENT TO SCHOOLS, SHOPPING, DINING AND MAJOR TRANSPORTATION ROUTES. THIS IS AN EXCEPTIONAL OPPORTUNITY TO OWN A PIECE OF THIS THRIVING COMMUNITY AT AN UNBELIEVABLE PRICE. LOW PARK RENT OF 450 A MONTH. INCLUDES TAXES, WATER AND SEWER, RUBBISH REMOVAL AND SNOW PLOWING. ACT NOW BEFORE PRICE INCREASE. EXPECTED OCCUPANCY DATE APRIL 2024 DANVERS $249,900 CALL ERIC 781-223-0289 ׉ 7cassandra://JHRW8qHpPAq9kHvEUkkMn4fi6BI6-hvAHtpmhNbr-vQ+`̰eΆ [׈EeΆ [eΆ [ P,Saugus Advocate 02/16/2024Saugus Advocate 02/16/2024eΆÂeRNrk