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Page 2THE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FriDAy, JUly 26, 202440B| FROM PAGE 1ily rental units planned byInterstate Properties Management,Inc. near its offi cebuilding on Route 1 South –could be the last such projectof its kind.“If the current 40B applicationat 961-999 Broadwayis approved, this would putthe town well over the state’s10 percent requirement,” SelectmanMichael Serino toldThe Saugus Advocate thisweek.“Consequently, the townwould not have to acceptany more 40B projects. Moreover,any proposed housingdevelopments would haveto abide by the town’s zoningbylaws,” Serino said.The state law known asChapter 40B allows the developerto forgo certain localzoning bylaws and restrictions,providing at least 25percent of its units of a housingproject are designatedas “aff ordable.” Saugus’ lowor moderate income housingunits constitute about6.9 percent of the town’s totalhousing stock.Town notifi ed of preliminaryplansSeveral town offi cials, a representativefrom the Massachusettshousing financeagency (MassHousing) andparties representing local developerSalvatore Palumboand Interstate Properties Management,Inc. did a site walklast week on land that couldbe developed near Palumbo’soffice building and parkinggarage. The property is situatednear the Holiday Inn Express,off of Route 1 South. Theproperty will be divided intotwo lots, one will have the office building and garage andconform with underlying zoning(Lot A), and the other, LotB, will be the comprehensivepermit parcel, according toLynne D. Sweet, the principalof LDS Consulting Group, LLC,which is representing InterstateProperties Management.“The two lots will sharethe garage and some accesspoints. The Applicant is proposing189 mixed incomemulti-family rental units intwo buildings on an undevelopedlot behind their existingoffice building and parkingLawrence A. Simeone Jr.Attorney-at-Law~ Since 1989 ~* Corporate Litigation* Criminal/Civil* MCAD* Zoning/Land Court* Wetlands Litigation* Workmen’s Compensation* Landlord/Tenant Litigation* Real Estate Law* Construction Litigation* Tax Lien* Personal Injury* Bankruptcy* Wrongful Death* Zoning/Permitting Litigation300 Broadway, Suite 1, Revere * 781-286-1560lsimeonejr@simeonelaw.netAN ARTIST RENDERING OF THE 40B PROJECT: Here’s how the proposed project will lookwith the construction of two buildings providing 189 units of mixed-income multifamilyrental apartments. (Courtesy rendering to The Saugus Advocate)garage on Lot B. The new developmentwill have 48 unitsincome restricted to householdsearning at or below80% of AMI. The main accessto the site will be via route 1,between hockey town andthe hotel. Emergency accesswill be via route one throughthe existing parking garage,”Sweet wrote in an email toThe Saugus Advocate. “BuildingA will have 80 units and besix stories with parking underthe fi rst level, and building Bwill have 109 units and be 8stories with parking under thefi rst level and access to the existingparking garage. In total,there will be 90 new parkingspaces, 89 new garage spacesunder building, and theuse of 136 parking spaces inthe existing garage for a totalof 315 parking spaces. Itwill off er both indoor and outdooramenities for the benefit of all residents. The propertyhas been designed to creategreen space over the existinggas easem*nt in frontof the buildings. There will beno access into the residentialneighborhood to the rear ofthe property and the majorityof the existing tree buff erwill remain in place.”Cogliano supports theprojectAt least one selectman –Anthony Cogliano, a personalfriend of Palumbo – said hesupports the 40B project asit has been proposed. “Priorto his leaving Saugus, I spokewith former planning directorChris Riley at length andhe was strongly in favor of theproposed 40B,” Cogliano toldThe Saugus Advocate.“I have also attended meetingswith MassHousing, the developer,his attorney, and thecontractor for the proposedproject and I am pleased witheverything I’ve seen to thispoint. The development is fi rstclass and should be a welcomeaddition to Saugus. I understandthere are residents whoare opposed to any new apartmentsbeing built and I’m surethere will be opposition to thisproject,” Cogliano said. “Unfortunately,because Saugus doesnot meet the criteria of aff ordablehousing set forth by statelaw, we must build more. Wealso have a serious shortagewith our agreement with theMBTA to build more apartmentsin exchange for the railtrail. This proposed 40B at 961Broadway also seeks to add abus stop which will help decreasethe amount of apartmentsneeded to be built forthe MBTA in our town.”Most of the selectmen saidthey will be monitoring theproject cautiously. “Althoughthe Board of Selectmen haveno jurisdiction over 40B projects,I will be following this proposedproject closely,” Boardof Selectmen Chair Debra Panettasaid.“My main concern is thatthis project doesn’t negativelyimpact the residents of ForestStreet and the surroundingarea,” she said.Selectman Corinne Riley notedthat her initial reaction tothe project was concern for theneighborhood and “the strainthat this development mightput on our schools, infrastructureand public safety.”“Beyond that, my concernis that Saugus has still notreached the 10 percent aff ordablehousing threshold, whichmakes us subject to 40B projectslike this,” Riley said.“Saugus residents have madeit clear that they don’t wantmore apartments in town.We’ve had building moratoriumsand more restrictive zoningchanges in recent years,and as well intentioned as theyare, they have limited impactwith regard to 40B projects,because the Mass Housing AppealsCommittee will overruleSaugus and allow this type ofdevelopment,” she said. So themore important question maybe, how and when will Saugusget to 10 percent aff ordablehousing so that we’re no lon40B| SEE PAGE 4
THE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FriDAy, JUly 26, 2024Page 3~The Advocate Asks~Young Saugus Sachems Track Camp athletes talk about how thesummer experience benefited them6th place – in the 800 meter.”Leo Hobbs, 7, second yearof camp: “Running and havingfun.”Tye Hobbs, 4, first year ofcamp: “It teaches me aboutrunning.”Fernando Frossard, 5, firstyear of camp: “I love thegames.”Felipe Frossard, 10, fourthyear of camp: “I love doingthe discus. It’s really cool. Ilike it. There’s a lot of activitiesto do.”Namoi Tarantino, 12,ASKS | SEE PAGE 6CELEBRATING THE END of this year’s Saugus Sachems Track Camp are several dozen Saugusyouths, ranging from four to 18 years old. Holding the second-place trophy from last Saturday’strack meet in Cranston, R.I., is four-year-old Tye Hobbs. (Saugus Advocate photo by Mark E. Vogler)Editor’s Note: For this week’scolumn, we accepted an invitationfrom Coach Chris Tarantino,who oversees the SaugusSachems Track Camp, to comedown to the MacNeill MemorialTrack Field to interview someof the kids who competed in thisyear’s summer track camp, severalof the supportive parentsand volunteer coaches. Tarantino,a 1990 Saugus High Schoolgraduate who distinguishedhimself as a star while on theSachem track team, has beenrunning a track camp for morethan 20 years. A group of 44participants in the Saugus SachemsTrack Camp – boys andgirls ranging in age from fourto 18 – finished second overallamong 15 teams competingin last Saturday’s (July 20)Fourth Annual CLCF SummerShowdown in Cranston, R.I. TheSaugus kids took home 19 firstplaceawards. Tarantino calledWednesday night’s final meetingof the summer track team“one last hurrah” – an opportunityfor the kids to hang out asteammates for one final time,share their success and competitionexperience, take somephotos with the second-placemeet trophy and enjoy onemore day of camaraderie. Hereare some highlights from the interviewswith the kids, parentsand coach.Q: What did it mean for youto participate in the summertrack camp? What benefitedyou the most? What was yourfavorite part? How many yearshave you been doing this?Elizabeth Silipigini, 10,third year of camp: “Seeingall of my friends and actuallydoing something fun in thesummer.”Stella Beaulieu, 9, firstyear of camp: “Having fun inthe summer, getting to learnnew things and seeing myfriends.”Amber Mouhidin, 11, firstyear of camp: “It’s really fun,helps your running, allows youto make friends and is verywelcoming.”Cora Cottam, 11, third yearof camp: “I made many friendsand got to help build a community.It was very fun doingthis.”G.G. Cottam, 12, third yearAluminumEverett10 Everett Ave., Everett617-389-3839“Same name, phone number & address forover half a century. We must be doingsomething right!”•Vinyl Siding•Carpentry Work•Decks•Free Estimates•Fully Licensed•Roofing• Fully Insured• Replacement Windowswww.everettaluminum.comNow’s the timeto schedule thosehome improvementprojects you’ve beendreaming aboutall winter!EverettAluminumof camp: “It helped improvemy stamina for other sports Ido. I also made a lot of friends.”Kendall Powers, 12, secondyear of camp: “It’s reallyfun and challenges myself soI can be better in sports. I canmeet new people.”Amelia Clark, 10, fourthyear of camp: “I like runningand it helps me improve myrunning. And I like seeing myfriends. It’s very fun.”Luiz Sena, 10, fourth yearof camp: “I like it because it’scompetitive and it really buildscharacter.”Matthew Bell, 12, sixthyear of camp: “I like the runningevents. It helps me withthem and they are fun.”Mary Zona, 11, secondyear of camp: “I like it becauseit gives me somethingto do and I can talk with all ofmy friends when I’m doing it.”Aubrey Viciere, 12, thirdyear of camp: “Being able tocondition and being able tohang out with my friends.”Liam Marcu, 9, third yearof camp: “It’s the competitionthat I enjoy. I was sick and stillcompeted and I got a medal –Celebrating 66 Years in Business!Summeris Here!Eastern Bank Building on Rte. 1S605 Broadway, #301 * Saugus(781) 233-6844 www.bostonnorthdental.comDr. Priti AmlaniDr. Bhavisha Patel* Restorative Dentistry* Cosmetic Dentistry* Implant Restoration* Zoom Whitening* Teeth in a Day - All on 6* Invisalign* CEREC Crowns(Single Visit Crowns)* Root Canal Treatment* Sedation Dentistry~ Full Mouth Rehabilitation ~BeforeAfter
Page 4THE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FriDAy, JUly 26, 2024~ The Old Sachem ~King Philip’s WarTBy Bill Stewarthe Pequot War wasan armed conflict betweenthe Pequot tribeand colonists from MassachusettsBay, Plymouth, Saybrookand their Indian allies of Narragansettand Mohegan tribes.The war ended in 1638 as theforces defeated about 700Pequots, killing about 500.The remaining were sold intoslavery.The Pequot and Mohegantribes were allies beforethe coming of the colonists.Around 1630 the ConnecticutRiver Valley had a problembecause the Pequots wantedmore land and fought theWampanoag in the north, theNarragansett to the east andthe Algonquian and Moheganto the west. 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Colonialofficials felt that the Indianshad no right to kill anycolonists, even ones they penalizedthemselves.There was The Great Hurricanein 1635 in the colonyarea, which added to theproblems, including winterfood supply, and the colonistswere ill prepared to avert famine.Tensions grew betweenthe Pequot nation and thecolonists. There was the caseof John Oldham, who waskilled by Indians, and colonistpreachers put forth sermonsagainst the Indians in the area.Governor Vane sent John Endecottto carry out revenge.There were over 50 years ofdisputing land areas used forgrazing the colonies’ livestockand fishing spots, and interracialinsensitivities, and additionalland needed by thecolonists was formerly settledby the Indians. Troublescontinued between colonistsand Indians and eventuallyerupted into what becameKing Philip’s War from 1675 to1676. Philip, whose real namewas Metacom, son of Massasoitwho greeted the colonistsin 1621, was the sachemof the Wampanoag tribe. Thewar was also caused by thePlymouth Colony killing threeof Philip’s warriors. They hadbeen tried and convicted ofkilling John Sassamon, a Harvardeducated “praying Indian”who had converted to Puritanismand who served as an interpreterand advisor to Philip,but Philip had accused him ofspying for the colonists.The Wampanoags did a seriesof raids against the Swanseavillage of Massachusetts,40B | FROM PAGE 2ger subject to 40B projects?This question is better suitedfor our Planning Department,which our Town Manager supervises.”Thetown currently is at a disadvantage,as it hasn’t filled thevacancy left by the departure ofthe planning director.Saugus currently sits at 6.88percent affordable housing,SLANDSCAPE & MASONRY CO.Masonry - Asphalt• Brick or Block Steps• Brick or Block Walls• Concrete or Brick PaverPatios & Walkways• Brick Re-Pointing• Asphalt Pavingwww.JandSlandscape-masonry.com• Senior Discount • Free Estimates • Licensed & Insured617-389-1490Designing and Constructing Ideas that are “Grounds for Success”Landscapingkilling many colonists and destroyingproperty. They continuedmany attacks againstthe Plymouth Colony. GovernorJosiah Winslow formed amilitia and attacked a largeNarragansett and Wampanoagfort near the Great Swampin West Kingston, Rhode Island,and over 300 Indiansdied from the attack, andthis forced the Narragansettsto join with King Philip’sWampanoags. They continuedthroughout the winterof 1676 to attack colonies ofMassachusetts, Rhode Island,Connecticut and Maine. Ledby Chief Canonchet they attackedPlymouth and forcedmost of the citizens to flee tothe coast. The tribes annihilatedProvidence, Rhode Island.The spring of 1676 saw ChiefCanonchet captured, givento the Mohegans, shot, beheadedand quartered. OnAugust 20, 1676, John Aldermanshot and killed King Philipat Mt. Hope, R.I., and Philipwas drawn and quartered andbeheaded. There were minorclashes throughout New Englandand eventually the Treatyof Casco was signed in 1678,which ended the war.King Philip’s War is consideredthe bloodiest war perwith 10 percent required bystate law, according to Cogliano.“This percentage doesn’t includethe Towle Brothers projectbeing constructed alongPrankers Pond,” Cogliano said.“When that project comes onlineSaugus will be at approximately8.3 percent. The proposedproject at 961 Broadwaywould bring Saugus close to or atthe required 10 percent,” he said.Prior to the proposed 40B development,Cogliano said, hehelped the property owner, SalPalumbo, for two years to rezonehis property because hehad an Alzheimer’s care facilitythat he wanted to build there.“In my opinion, that wouldhave been a huge win for Saugus,”Cogliano said.“The first year the PlanningBoard gave its stamp of approvalfor the project, but TownMeeting asked for a continuance.The second year the PlanningBoard elected not to supportthe rezoning and forcedthe property owner to look ata 40B development, which isnot subject to zoning,” Coglianosaid. “My only goal in supportingthe rezoning was toprohibit any access throughForest Street because I knowthe disruption it would cause inthe neighborhood. As it turnsout, Mr. Palumbo has assuredthe town that Route 1 will bethe only access point for the40B as well.”“The Old Sachem,” Bill Stewart.(Courtesy photo to The SaugusAdvocate by Joanie Allbee)capita in U.S. history. It includedseveral hundred colonistsdead and dozens of settlementsdestroyed or heavilydamaged. Thousands of Indianswere killed, wounded orcaptured and sold into slavery.Thus ended one of the worstwars on American soil.(Editor’s Note: Bill Stewart,who is better known to SaugusAdvocate readers as “TheOld Sachem,” writes a weeklycolumn – sometimes aboutsports. He also opines on currentor historical events or famouspeople.)Cicolini cites “a silver lining”Board of Selectmen ViceChair Jeffrey Cicolini notedthat the town has “no say” inthe approval of a 40B projectbecause these projects are allowedby the state’s legislation.“The town can impose certainrestrictions under conservationlaws or for specific infrastructure.However, the basicproject itself bypasses our localzoning bylaws,” Cicolini toldThe Saugus Advocate.“Construction of more apartmentsis concerning given thecurrent traffic situation onRoute 1. However, there is onesilver lining to the proposed40B project. Because it falls underthe 40B rules, even thoughonly 25 percent of the 189 unitsare identified as affordableunits, all 189 of the units willcount towards Saugus meetingthe state’s 10 percent affordablehousing requirement,”he said.“Furthermore, in any typicalapartment development project,only 10 percent of the unitsare required to be affordable.This is the main reason whywe have never been able to attainthe 10 percent threshold,which continually leaves us vulnerableto these 40B projects,”he said.“Assuming this projectmoves forward, the town will40B | SEE PAGE 11
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Page 6THE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FriDAy, JUly 26, 2024An Advocate Book ReviewMichael Maruzzi’s “Walking is Overrated” is a poignant memoir of an inspiring, persevering, triumphant manJanuary 16, 1987, he recallsBy Joanie AllbeeMultitalented SaugonianMichael Maruzzipenned a fi ve starMemoir with his book “Walkingis Overrated.”“Walking is Overrated” is animmersion into Michael’s life.Michael gracefully gives youhis shoes to step into. At timesthey are fi lled with soul cuttingrocks, sometimes fl uff y featherswith soothing balms of hope toease the chafi ng.On page one, Michael asks,“How did I get here? A summertimethat started with such joyand promise quickly reversedcourse and turned my life upsidedown.”Michael tells his heartwarmingMemoir of great triumph.Need a hall for your special event?The Schiavo Club, located at71 Tileston Street, Everett isavailable for your Birthdays,Anniversaries, Sweet 16 partiesand more?For more info,call (857) 249-7882scoring a goal for his hockeyteam then halfway through thegame as he went for the puckhis foot got caught and he hithis head on a board and he fellbackward. He was unable to getup and that night he was leftwith a broken vertebra at C5and he became a quadriplegic.Michael states, “Before my accident,I don’t think I could evenspell the word ‘quadriplegic,’ letalone imagine being one.”With a unique style of humorin this 115 page bookpublished by Covenant Books(2023), Michael shares his journeyof overcoming and adapting.(A copy of “Walking is Overrated”can be purchased at Amazonfor $10.51.)Michael sums up much of hisattitude in “My life is made up ofmoments, good and bad. Eachmoment linked together hasshaped the course of my life.Living as a quadriplegic, I havelearned that, so often , we holdon to the past instead of focusCelebratingOur 52nd YearDan - 1972We Sell Cigars & Accessories!MAJOR BRANDS AT DISCOUNT PRICES!Singles * TinsGreen Label SaleBuy 2 Cigars,Get One FREE!Starting at$18.95* Bundles * BoxesMany TypesStarting at $49.95Starting at$95.95* Travel Humidors * Desk Top Humidors * Many Types of Lighters * Ash Trays * Juuls * Vapes* Glass Pipes * Rewards Program * CBD Infused Products * GIFTS UNDER $30 - GIFT CERTIFICATESHOURS: OPEN DAILY, MON. - SAT., 9 AM - 7 PM / SUN., 9 AM - 6 PMHumidorSpecials!Starting asLOW as $99.Complete withAccessoriesR.Y.O.TOBACCO&TUBESON SALE!WE MAKEHOUSEKEYS!A.B.C. CIGAR170 REVERE ST., REVERE(781) 289-4959Chris 2024HONORING A SAUGUS AUTHOR: The photo is of a sketchJoanie Allbee – known as “The Sketch Artist” – did of Arleneand Michael Maruzzi, a Saugus luminary spotlighted for the“Guess Who Got sketched Contest last year. (Courtesy Photoof Joanie Allbee)ing on the most important moment:the next one.”With chapter titles such as“Waking Up to the Most BeautifulBlue Eyes,” Cupid defi nitelystruck! Michael glows with“Arlene’s beautiful blue eyeshad drawn me in, but the comfortwe found in each othergave us courage to open ourhearts.” They were married inJune 2015.Mr. Maruzzi comes to termswith his life in the words “Thecherry red Mercedes I oncedreamed of has been replacedby my shiny blue wheelchair,and that is okay. It seems to methat after enduring somethingchallenging, simple momentsbecome more gratifying.”The Japanese art of Kintsugicomes to mind as I read thisbook. A broken vessel becomesfar more valuable as goldthreads are woven throughoutthe structure, strengtheningit and making it profoundASKS| FROM PAGE 3eighth year of camp: “Improvingmy stamina in runningand my distance in throws.It’s a great way to make newfriends and learn new skills.”What did the parents sayabout track camp benefi ts?David Hobbs, father of Leoly a statelier piece of art, suchas Michael’s life.Michael went on to earn hisbachelor’s degree in Mathematicsat Boston University –becoming a highly popularSaugus High School Teacher.Michael’s a vessel of greatworth showering out all he hasto assist and help bring othersto greater understanding withhis wife Arlene by his side. Aftera long, fulfi lling career, Michaelstill pours out his cup as an onlineTeacher.Having read Michael Maruzzi’s“Walking is Overrated” book afew times, I would encourageothers to pick it up if they arelooking for an honest, poignantmemoir of an inspiring, persevering,triumphant man.Saugus class of 1987 AuthorMichael spends time in Floridawith his wife Arlene. He comesup to his hometown to shareHolidays with his proud parents,Diane and Bob Maruzzi.and Tye Hobbs: “I think it’s anamazing program. Coach T.does a great job with understandingwhat each kid needsand establishing individualgoals for them. He seems like areally good man. You can honestlytell that he cares aboutthe kids. This camp providesASKS | SEE PAGE 11
THE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FriDAy, JUly 26, 2024Page 7Concert of the WeekBy Laura EisenerThe Memorylanersplayed at Saugus IronWorks last week (July17) with a special guest singer,Steve Rich, coming up to performone song. It was pleasantand breezy on the upperlawn, although late in the concertthreats of a storm, and afew actual sprinkles of rain,forced the event to a slightlyearly end.This band plays a varietyof music from the 50s, 60sand 70s and has a good following,as they have fairlyoften also played at the SeniorCenter. At the Iron WorksConcert, they managed totime the song “Blue Moon”to the appearance of themoon over the trees. Whenplaying Jimmy Buff et’s iconicsong “Margaritaville,” oneof the singers actually “blewout her fl ip-fl op”! There wasan amazing chorus of animalsounds during “The LionSleeps Tonight” (also knownas “Mbube”). Many of the audiencemembers sang thechoruses and clapped alongto their popular tunes.The concerts at the IronWorks were organized by theSaugus Public Library and willcontinue each Wednesdayevening through the summerfrom 6 to 8 p.m. That’s threedown and fi ve more Wednesdaynights to go in the programcosponsored by theSaugus Public Library and theSaugus Iron Works.Performing at next week’sconcert (Wednesday, July 31)will be Sweet Soul Sounds.This band is focused on Motownhits, R&B, oldies andsoul. Artists like the Temptations,The Flamingos, TheDrifters, Marvin Gaye, TammiTerrell, Aretha Franklin, Rev.Al Green, Bill Withers, WhitneyHouston, James Brown andothers have fascinated audiencesfor decades. Sweet SoulSounds endeavors to keep thismusic alive!Here’s the remaining performancesof the 2024 lineup:August 7: Atwater~Donnelly(Trad. American & Celtic Folk& Dance).Saugonian Steve Rich joinedthe Memorylaners for a songat the Saugus Iron Works NationalHistoric Site. (Photocourtesy of Laura Eisener)August 14: Ditto (Folk &Rock: 60s and 70s).August 21: Headlands (Folk,Country, Americana Pop).August 28: JumpStreet(Rock, R&B, Blues, & Jazz).The concert series celebrateslocal musical talents inEssex County and creates opportunitiesfor residents andvisitors to engage with theIron Works Historic Site duringevening hours.There will be a free concertRON’S OILCallForPRICEMELROSE, MA02176NEWCUSTOMER’SWELCOMEACCEPTING VISA, MASTERCARD & DISCOVER(781) 397-1930 OR (781) 662-8884100 GALLON MINIMUMThe Memorylaners played at the Saugus Iron Works NationalHistoric Site on July 17. (Photo courtesy of Laura Eisener)at the park every Wednesdayat 6 p.m. through August 28,weather permitting. The concertswill be held on the upperlawn located at 244 CentralSt. in Saugus. Bring your ownchair or blanket and enjoy livemusic at the Iron Works.
Page 8THE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FriDAy, JUly 26, 202420th Annual Revere Beach InternationalSand Sculpting Festival Draws MillionsCanadian Bouchard wins First Place, People’s Choice for sculpture “Blend in”By Neil ZolotUnlike last year, theweather was ideal forthe 20th Annual RevereBeach Sand Sculpting Festivalfrom Friday, July 19–Sunday,July 21, which, no doubt,drew a million visitors. RevereBeach Partnership Vice PresidentAdrienne Sacco-Maguirecalled Saturday, July 20, theday of the awards ceremony ina sculptors’ competition “a perfectday. What could be betterthan being on Revere Beach ona day like today?”Revere Police Lieutenant Rob-LEGAL NOTICE -COMMONWEALTH OF MASSACHUSETTSPROBATE COURTESSEX, ss.Docket No. ES24E0052PPPROBATE COURTTo Gerly Adrien of SAUGUS in the County of ESSEX, David Lindsey, Jr. of MEDFORD Countyof MIDDLESEX and Churchill Mortgage Corporation, having a place of business in Brentwood inthe State of Tennessee and to all other persons interested.A petition has been presented to said Court by Marie Adrien of SAUGUS in the County of ESSEX,representing that she hold as tenants an undivided part or share of certain land lying in SAUGUS insaid County of ESSEX and briefly described as follows:Property Address: 10 Sim Road, Saugus, MA 01906THAT CERTAIN PARCEL OF LAND SITUATE IN SAUGUS, IN THE COUNTY OF ESSEXAND SAID COMMONWEALTH OF MASSACHUSETTS, BOUNDED AND DESCRIBEDAS FOLLOWS:SOUTHWESTERLY BY THE NORTHEASTERLY CURVING LINE OF SIM ROAD ONEHUNDRED (100) FEET;NORTHERLY BY LOT 26, AS SHOWN ON PLAN HEREINAFTER MENTIONED, ONEHUNDRED THIRTY-NINE AND 39/100 (139.39) FEET;NORTHEASTERLY BY LOT 8, AS SHOWN ON SAID PLAN, EIGHTY-NINE AND 76/100(89.76) FEET;SOUTHEASTERLY BY LOT 13, AS SHOWN ON SAID PLAN, EIGHTY-THREE AND92/100 (83.92) FEET; ANDSOUTHWESTERLY BY LOT 19, AS SHOWN ON SAID PLAN, SIXTY-NINE AND 04/100(69.04) FEET.ALL OF SAID BOUNDARIES HAVE BEEN DETERMINED BY THE COURT TO BE LOCATEDAS SHOWN UPON PLAN NUMBERED 19261-G, DRAWN BY CARTER & TOWERSENGINEERING CORP., SURVEYORS, DATED DECEMBER 15, 1976, AS MODIFIEDAND APPROVED BY THE COURT, FILED WITH CERTIFICATE OF TITLE #47097 INSAID REGISTRY, AND THE ABOVE-DESCRIBED LAND IS SHOWN AS LOT 27,SHEET 2, ONTHE LAST MENTIONED PLAN.THERE IS APPURTENANT TO THE ABOVE-DESCRIBED LAND THE RIGHT TO USECURTIS STREET IN COMMON WITH OTHERS ENTITLED THERETO.Also another certain parcel of land, together with the building thereon, situated in Saugus,Essex, County, Massachusetts, shown as Lot 29B on Land Court “plan of Land 19261H, MortonAvenue and Sim Road, Saugus, Mass.”, prepared for Stephen and Gail Carraggi by Otte & Dwyer,Inc., Land Surveyors dated September 19, 1996 with Certificate of Title No. 51796. Saidlot 29B is shown as Lot 34 on Land Court Plan 19261-K with Certificate of Title No. 70623.setting forth that he/she desires that all of said land may be sold at private sale for not less thanNINE HUNDRED TEN-THOUSAND ($910,000.00) dollars and praying that partition may bemade of all the land aforesaid according to law, and to that end that a commissioner be appointedto make such partition and be ordered to make sale and conveyance of all, or any part of said landwhich the Court finds cannot be advantageously divided either at private sale or public auction, andbe ordered to distribute the net proceeds thereof.If you desire to object thereto you or your attorney should file a written appearance in said Courtat Salem before ten o’clock in the forenoon on the FIFTH day of AUGUST, 2024 the return dayof this citation.Witness, FRANCES M GIORDANO, Esquire, First Judge of said Court thisTwenty-fifth day of June 2024.PAMELA CASEY O’BRIENREGISTER OF PROBATEJuly 19, 26, August 2, 2024HE’S NUMBER ONE: Canadiansand sculptor Jobi Bouchard,shown at left with his winningmedals, created “Blend In,”(shown at right) which wonfirst place at the 20th AnnualRevere Beach Sand SculptingCompetition on Saturday.(Advocate photos by Tara Vocino)before and was back with “SayMore.” “I love this event; it’s oneof my favorites,” she said. “There’sa strong community vibe andgreat sand.”Veteran entrant Deborah Barpetitionbetween what co-organizerMelineige Beauregardof Broken Glass Sand Sculpturesof Hawaii described as “some ofthe best of the best” sand sculptorsin the world.Jonathan “Jobi” Bouchard ofQuebec won the top prize fromjudges for “Blend In,” as well asthe People’s Choice and theopinion of the sculptors themselves.“I thought I had a goodchance, but you never know,” hesaid. “It’s hard to judge art.”“It’s an impossible task tojudge art because it’s an expressionof feeling,” Beauregardagreed.Among other sculptors wasNdricim “Jimmy” Bejko – originallyfrom Albania and now livingin East Boston – one of thenew sculptors this year. His piecewas “Let’s Take a Selfie.” A longtimeclay sculptor, he had appliedfor entry before, but wastold he needed more experiencewith sand. Works shownat the Topsfield Fair, among otherplaces, led to him being accepted.“It’s going great,” he said.“The most talented sand sculptorsin the world are here.”Morgan Rudluff of San Franciscohas competed in Revererett-Cutulle of Saugus was alsoone of the sculptors with “A Butterfly’sPlayground.” “The festivalis a wonderful thing,” she feels.Her daughter, Talia, sang theNational Anthem at the awardsceremony.Sand sculpting is a unique artform and the sculptors have becomea close-knit group. “Withpeople competing at this level,we’ve known each other foryears,” Rudluff said. “We are afamily and it’s fun and a challengeto compete with such atalented group.”Among the people enjoyingthe day were Kevin Beaudryof Leominster and his childrenCharles, Jayne and Patty.“I used to work in the area, so Iknew about it,” he said. “There’sa lot of good work here.”His cousin Jordyn Fontainedrove up from Connecticutto visit the family and see thesand sculptures. “This is the secondyear I’ve come and it’s awesome,”she said.Richard Marasco of Wilmingtonheard about the event onthe radio and came over withhis daughter Katie and grandsonMilo, also from WilmingSANDSCULPTING | SEE PAGE 15ert Impemba said the festivalattracted “a good crowd with alot of families. It’s similar to pastyears.”The theme for the festivalwas its two-decade anniversary,hence the birthday cake sculpturethat served as its centerpiece.The festival is also a com
THE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FriDAy, JUly 26, 2024Page 9Reading reaps rewardsThere are prizes galore for kids who spend some time thissummer at the Saugus Public libraryThe Summer ReadingProgram is generatingexcitement every dayat the Saugus Public Library,according to Amy Milton,head of children’s services atthe library. Delving into booksexpands young, inquisitiveminds. But the chance to wina wide range of rewards addsfun to the learning experience.“Read and win!” Milton saidthis week.“These are just a few of the350 kids participating in oursummer reading program,” shesaid of the seven kids shownin this week’s photos.She continued, “We are soproud of them! They are havinga great time this summer,and they’re making time forreading.“We encourage parents tokeep reading to their kids, letthem read to you, and makeit a fun part of every day. Wehave all kinds of great stories,and informational textsto keep them engaged. OurSummer Reading programruns through August 23rd. It’sall free all summer at the SaugusPublic Library!”“We have many prizes togive away,” she said. Some ofthe prizes being offered: CanobieLake Park tickets, booksdonated by the New Friends ofthe Saugus Public Library, watercolors,vouchers for Soc’sIce Cream, Banana Splitz, ParadiseMini Golf and McDonald’sin Saugus.Mamadou entertainsa Saugus crowdMamadou at the Saugus Iron Works (Courtesy Photo of LauraEisener)By Laura EisenerTShannon Finn, 10, BelmonteSteam Academy, grade 4(Courtesy Photo of Amy Milton)he concert July 24on the upper lawnat the Saugus IronWorks featured the bandMamadou, which specializesin West African rhythmsand world music. A fewpeople were dancing onthe lawn Wednesday night,and the rest of us were tryingto drum up courageto do the same! The bandleader, Mamadou Diop, hasperformed throughout theworld. Originally from Senegal,he has lived in Salemfor over 20 years. In 2011he was awarded the BostonMusic Award as Artist of theYear. This is the first time hisband has performed at theIron Works, although theyhave held frequent concertsthroughout the Boston areaand beyond.The summer concerts are acollaboration of the SaugusPublic Library and the NationalPark Service, fundedin part by a grant from theMass Cultural Council. Theywill be held every Wednesdaythrough the summerfrom 6 p.m. until 8 p.m. onthe Iron Works lawn, weatherpermitting.Local students earn spring 2024Dean’s List at UMass AmherstAdelaide Mingalone, 7 (CourtesyPhoto of Amy Milton)Stella Perrotti, 5, St. Mary’s,grade 1 (Courtesy Photo of AmyMilton)Jonathan Bell, 9, BelmonteSteam Academy, grade 4(Courtesy Photo of Amy Milton)UMass Amherst wasp l ea s ed t o an -nounce that the followingSaugus residentswere named to the Dean’sList for the spring 2024 semester.In order to qualify,an undergraduate studentmust receive a 3.5 gradepointaverage or better on a4-point scale.Rayan ChahidJennifer G. CostaChristopher John DenovellisGabrielDavid DiazSunday, July 28 from 9Rebeca De Calais, 10, BelmonteSteam Academy, grade 4(Courtesy Photo of Amy Milton)Chris Wang, 9 (Courtesy Photoof Amy Milton)Owen O’Connell,11, BelmonteSteam Academy, grade 5(Courtesy Photo of Amy Milton)Saugonian achieves Fairfield University’sSpring 2024 Dean’s ListFAIRFIELD, Conn. (July 22, 2024) –Saugus resident Delaney L. Roscoeachieved Dean’s List Honors for theSpring 2024 semester at Fairfield University.In order to be placed on the Dean’s List, studentsmust have completed a minimum of12 credit hours in a semester, have no outstandingor incomplete grades for that semesterand have attained a semester gradepoint average of 3.50 or better.to 11 p.m. on Channel 8– “Sunday Night Stooges”(The Three Stooges)Monday, July 29 all dayon Channel 8 – “MovieMonday” (classic movies)Tuesday, July 30 atnoon on Channel 8 – TheDisgruntled ItalianWednesday, July 31at 1 p.m. on Channel 8 –Beatle Juice at the Kowloon,from July 11Thursday, Aug. 1 atnoon on Channel 8 – IronWorks Summer ConcertRonald DiBiasio Jr.Ava Eileen FiorinoBryant Chi LamJenna Susan LinehanKiara Angela LoNigroAnthony David MaconeGianna Rose MaconeKarl Paul MoiseNyley Kendra MoiseHannah Jean O’BrienEmma Rose Peaco*ckLauren Marie PozarkSafwan Rafiz RahmanMatthew James RoscoeMarianna Tamayo PalacioDominic Rocco TrabuccoThis Week on Saugus TVSeriesFriday, Aug. 2 at 8:30p.m. on Channel 9 – Boardof Appeals from July 25Saturday, Aug. 3 at 9a.m. on Channel 22 – PrehistoricMystery: The Ladiesand Princes From BeforeTimeSaugus TV can be seen onComcast Channels 8 (Public),9 (Government) & 22 (Educational)***programmingmay be subject to changewithout notice*** For completeschedules, please visitwww.saugustv.org
Page 10THE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FriDAy, JUly 26, 2024Saugus High graduate Matt Serino returns toSachem Country as its new athletic directorTown’s native son promises to grow the individual sports programs with plenty of community involvementBy Joe McConnellMatt Serino is backhome where he enjoyedsome of hisbiggest successes in sports.The two-time state highschool hockey champion forthe Saugus Sachems in 2003and 2004 is the new athleticdirector on the Pearce MemorialDrive campus replacingTerry Pillsbury.Just like his late father andlegendary Saugus three-sportathlete and coach, Chris, Matttoo is a Sachems Hall of Famer.He was inducted into theHall in 2018.The Serino family prominentlyspanned the generationsin the Saugus community,and Matt being named theschool’s top sports boss is itslatest success story.Remembering his VikingDaysAlthough Matt still resides intown with his wife Sabrina andthree daughters – Kylie (8),Harper (5) and Brinley (3) – hehad to go elsewhere to get hiscareer started in athletic administration.But it wasn’t toofar away. He spent the last 13years at Winthrop High Schoolas a health teacher and athleticdirector.“I was very fortunate for mytime in Winthrop, it’s a trulyremarkable community withremarkable people,” said Serino.“John Macero, Gail Conlon,Matt Crombie and LisaHoward gave me an opportunity,and also helped me growprofessionally and as an individual,as well. I will be forevergrateful for my time there, andthe relationships that I havebuilt over there.”While as the Vikings topsports boss, his teams enjoyedmany winning seasons. “Overthe years, our teams had greatsuccess winning many NEC(Northeastern Conference) titles,making North final (FinalFour) appearances andeven had a national championshipin cheerleading,” addedSerino.But now Matt is bringing allof his experiences as a longtimeNEC athletic directorback home to Saugus, and heloves it.“Being a part of the NorthNewSaugus High Schoolathletic director Matt Serinospeaks at the dedication ofthe Serino Athletic Complexon the Pearce Memorial Drivecampus, named in honor ofhis legendary late dad, Chris,in 2021. Both father and sonare in the SHS Hall of Fameafter noteworthy, memorablescholastic careers. (Courtesyphoto)eastern Conference is somethingI take great pride in,” hesaid. “It is a (conference) of tradition,and it’s also one of themost competitive public conferencesin the state.“I have been a part of theNEC for over 20 years, datingback to my time as an athleteat Saugus High School, andmost recently as the WinthropAD. It is always easier cominginto a new role having hadsome familiarity with it. I alreadyknow the other athleticdirectors, and that will be abig help in making this transitiona smooth one.”The position of athletic directorhas changed considerablyover the years, accordingto Serino. “In most districts,the AD is also the head of theirschool’s wellness department,where they oversee the physicaleducation and healthteachers, while assisting withcurriculum. At Saugus, I will bethe Director of Athletics andWellness,” Matt explained.When Matt was a SaugusHigh student-athlete, therewas no such thing as coopprograms. But all of thathas changed. Matt, howevNewSaugus High School athletic director Matt Serino, right, is with his daughter Harper, now5; wife Sabrina, mother-in-law Roseanne Cataldo and daughter Kylie, now 8, from left, duringthe 2018 SHS Hall of Fame induction ceremony. Serino went into the Hall that year after a distinguishedhigh school career as a two-time state hockey champion. Serino graduated fromthe school in 2005. He and his wife, Sabrina also have a third daughter, Brinley, who’s nowthree-year-old. (Courtesy photo)er, wants to get those specificsports currently sharingresources with other areaschools to possibly be independentagain.“My goal is to help grow allof our programs,” he said. “Inaddition to hockey, we havea few sports that are also involvedin co-ops. I would loveto see all of these programsthriving on their own. With thehelp of the community, I planto build excitement within ourprograms to help them growin order to continue the storiedtradition of Saugus athletics.”Itdoes help having a surnamethat everybody knowsin town, but the Serino’s aren’tthe only family with longstandingSaugus roots, andMatt knows that.“Saugus is a town rich withathletic tradition,” he said.“There are many storied families,who have seen generationspass through the schoolsystem thriving in athletics.There are also new familiesbuilding their roots here, whowill be a part of the next generationof greats.”And Matt will help guidethem through the process.He will tell them about thoseSaugonians, who helped himalong the way as a young athlete.InfluentialSaugus coachinglegends helped shapeMatt’s life“From an early age, I learnedof tradition and loyalty tomy community from coachinglegends like Ed Nazzaro,John Perullo, Louis Finocchiaroand Jimmy Quinlan,”Matt said. “That pride andlove for Saugus only grew.Growing up hearing stories ofhockey greats like Jeff Paoliniand Bobby Maccini, and thenwatching Jeff Natalucci, EricPedersen and Shawn Sullivanplay, I wanted nothing morethan to go to Saugus Highand wear the Sachem jersey,while playing for my hometownwith the same group offriends I had grown up withfor 10 years.”Matt went on to say what itwill take to bring it all back.“It’s a community effort tokeep our kids in Saugus, andI can share with anyone who’swilling to listen why I thinkSaugus is so special,” he said.“All the pieces are in place. Wehave beautiful facilities, greateducators, school and townofficials who are invested inthe well-being of our studentsand a community that comesout to support their athletes,not to mention the opportunityto play a sport with yourchildhood friends in front ofyour hometown, which willcreate memories that will lasta lifetime. It’s something youcan’t put a price tag on.”And Matt knows what he’stalking about. “I grew up here,and my wife and three of mybrothers went to school here.I’ve made lifelong friends here,and now it has come full circlewith my children being raisedhere, and going to schoolhere,” said the new SHS AD.“Both of my parents were alsoraised here, and were athletes,alumni and teachers here, aswell. My mother (Diane) wasa wellness teacher at the highschool, and also the K-12 wellnesscoordinator for 30 years.Her passion for teaching andseeing the impact she has hadon her students played a bigrole in me becoming an educator.”Oncea Saugonian, Alwaysa SaugonianMatt remembers what hisdad told him about the town.“Never forget where you camefrom is something my fatheralways used to say to me,” saidSERINO | SEE PAGE 11
THE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FriDAy, JUly 26, 2024Page 11ASKS | FROM PAGE 6a good space for these kids tohave some healthy fun and getthe energy out.”What did the coaches say?Chris Tarantino, also knownas “Coach T.,” is the heart andsoul of the track camp. “It wastruly a collective effort by all –the coaches, counselors, parentsand alumni – to make ita first-rate experience for all ofthe campers: the 57 who participatedin the program, the44 who went down to Cranston,Rhode Island, to competein the Summer Showdown.They represented 38 families.We had the most entries in theSummer Showdown and wefinished second out of the 15teams that competed.Kenny Okoye, 22, a 2020Saugus High School graduatewho attended SouthernConnecticut State Universityand who has helped outcoaching the young athletesin high jumping: “I have competedwith Coach T. since ageseven. And during the lastcouple of years, I’ve helpedhim out as a coach, helpingkids with their high jumps.The best thing about this pro40B| FROM PAGE 4perform a recalculation of ouraffordable housing percentage,for which I am led to believewe will finally achievethe 10 percent minimumpercentage that is required.This will help us avoid future40B applications. As I said, ina perfect world we wouldn’thave more apartments beingbuilt, especially those that aren’tpart of a mixed-use project,”he said. “However, if thisis what finally gets us to the10 percent level and allowsus to avoid/prevent future40B projects from coming totown and allows us to targetmixed use projects that alsoinclude medical and researchspace in addition to commercialspace, it may end upSERINO | FROM PAGE 10a proud son. “The main differencenow from 20 years ago isthat there are opportunities toplay elsewhere, but more opportunitiesdon’t always meanbetter opportunities.”Matt also referenced thatSaugus sports has a lot ofgreat teams that have hadcontinued success, and it continuestoday. “Our athletes andcoaches have been puttingin a lot of hard work over thesummer, and are looking tobuild upon their accomplishgramis the teamwork, the energythat you bring and theway it helps your competitivenature. Coach T. is the reasonwhy I’ve taken an interest intrack and am now experiencingthe coaching aspect.”Victoria Sparages, 27, a 2016Saugus High School graduateand a graduate of WestfieldState. She now coachesyoung athletes in the highjump at track camp. “Gettingkids involved with track at anearly age really helps to developan interest in the sport.I’ve competed in track in middleschool, high school andcollege. I didn’t know anythingabout track when I started.I joined the Cross Countryteam, thinking it was track.Once I got involved with thetrack camp, I learned a lot underCoach T.”Summer Program Roster2024Here is the list of the 57 participantsin this year’s SaugusSachems Track Camp. Theirages are included along withtheir event and how they finishedin last Saturday’s FourthAnnual CLF Summer Showdownin Cranston, R.I. Therewere 44 athletes who compethavinga true silver lining attachedto it.”Selectman Serino said hedoesn’t know whether thereare any more 40B projects inthe pipeline. Selectmen havenot received any notificationfrom the state, except for thecurrent application regarding961-999 Broadway. “However,it is my understanding thatsince Saugus Ridge was approvedbehind McDonald’s,that project did add [300 affordableunits] towards thetown’s affordable housing inventory,”Serino said.He noted that a 40B projectis a state housing project governedby MassHousing. Everyproposed project beforethis agency must include 25percent affordable housingunits. All projects must be rementsfrom last year,” he added.“Our community believesin the continued growth andsuccess of our schools and athletics,which is why they votedfor the new facilities. I believewe will continue to seethe benefits of that decisionin years to come.”Getting to know his coachesUpon getting the job. Mattemailed his entire coachingstaff, but have only had achance to talk or meet directlywith the fall coaches sincetheir season is right aroundthe corner. He said that there’sed in the Summer Showdown.Aaron Al-Marayati – 18 – javelin(2nd), discus (4th)Alanah Sullivan – 11 – hurdles(1st), 100m, 200m, longjump (8th)Alena Bruzzese – 13Alexander Diciero – 8 – hurdles(7th), 400m (5th), javelin(2nd), long jump (8th)Amber Mouhidin – 11 –400m (6th), long jump (7th),triple jump (2nd)Amelia Clark – 10 – 200m,shot put (7th), long jump, triplejump (1st)Annalisa Ferrrara – 10 – hurdles(1st), 100m (3rd), 200m(2nd), long jump (5th)Ashlyn Michaud – 13 – hammer(1st), shot put (3rd), javelin(2nd), triple jump (1st)Ashton Coviello – 16Aubrey Viciere – 12 – 100m,hammer (5th), discus (3rd),high jump (1st)Benjamin Belliveau – 9 –100m, 800m (7th), javelin(5th), high jumpBrandon Szloch – 8 – hurdles(3rd), 100m, javelin (1st), longjump (8th)Brayden Giacobbe – 9 – hurdles,hammer (1st), javelin,long jumpCarlo Bonito – 6Chalais Saintil – 17 – disviewedby the Saugus Boardof Appeals. Under MGL Chapter40B, the Technical AssistanceProgram does administergrants to municipalities forup to $15,000 for the purposeof engaging a third-party consultantto work with the town’szoning board of appeals in reviewinga proposed project.“Massachusetts state law requiresthat every communitymust have at least 10 percentof their total housing units beaffordable housing units,” Serinosaid.“Consequently, if a communityhas not reached the 10percent goal, they are susceptibleto 40B projects which donot have to abide by a communitieslocal zoning bylaws,”he said.“MassHousing recently cononlyone change among thefall coaches, and it’s a significantone, when legendarygirls soccer coach ChrisCoviello stepped down ashead coach of that team lastspring. His replacement willbe April Martinez, SHS Classof 1990, whose father wassoccer coaching great TedMoriello. Kelly Barressi will bean assistant coach.“My goal is to start meetingwith the players over the nextfew weeks, before the preseasonbegins. I’ll then sit downwith the winter and springMENTORING YOUNG ATHLETES: Left to right: Coaches KennyOkoye, Chris Tarantino and Victoria Sparages on Wednesdaynight at the William L. MacNeill Memorial Track & Field, whereparticipants in the Saugus Sachems Track Camp enjoyed theirwrap-up session. (Saugus Advocate photo by Mark E. Vogler)cus (1st)Charlie Winter – 7 – hurdles(4th), shot put (1st), javelin(2nd), long jump (4th)Chris Santaniello – 11Connor Waters – 12 – hammer(1st), javelin (5th), discusducted a site visit at the property,in order to gather informationregarding the project.The town was representedat that meeting. Any commentsor concerns regardingthe project from the townmust be submitted to MassHousingby August 2, 2024.”Although 40B projects haveto set aside 25 percent of thehousing units for affordablehousing units, 100 percent ofthe units do count towards acommunity’s 10 percent requirement.“Asalways, my greatest concernis the protection of ourresidential neighborhoodsfrom aggressive over-development,”Serino said.“I would like to thank theTown Meeting Members whooverwhelmingly supportedcoaches,” said Matt. “I’m a firmbeliever that if you create aculture where kids want toshow up every day and be respectful,while giving 120%,they will work for one anotherand for the name on the frontof the jersey, rather than theback. And that’s the messageand goals that I’ll bring up tomy coaches.“Although I’m overly familiarwith a lot here in Saugus, I’vebeen in another district for thelast 13 years, so my {personal}goal this year is to learn theneeds of our programs, and(2nd)Cora Cottam – 11 – 100m,200m, long jump, triple jump(3rd)Destiny Okoye – 14ASKS | SEE PAGE 17my sponsored zoning changesthat would help protect ourresidential neighborhoods.I will continue to advocatefor our abutting residentialneighborhoods throughoutour community, including thisproject.”A long process aheadSweet of LDS ConsultingGroup, LLC, said that even underthe best of circ*mstances,it would take three and a half tofour years before the 40B projectbecomes a reality. She estimatedthat it’s a six to eightmonth process just to obtaina comprehensive permit andproceed with the financing forthe project. “The beauty of thisproject is that we’re going touse a portion of the existingparking garage,” she said.see how I can best help supportthose needs. I want to getthis community excited aboutathletics. As I previously mentioned,we are all in this together.It has to be a communityeffort.”Matt Serino practices whathe preaches, as he has all threeof his daughters in the town’syouth sports programs. Saugusin many respects remainsa town made up of close-knitfamilies, and the new athleticdirector at the high school isdetermined to maintain thateverlasting virtue.
Page 12THE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FriDAy, JUly 26, 2024Saugus Gardens in the SummerHere’s what’s blooming in town this week to make your walks more enjoyableBy Laura EisenerThe first few harvests ofvegetables have beendelivered from the communitygarden at St. John’sChurch to the food pantry –mostly peppers and cucumbers,with an eggplant or two.Many plants are thriving andgrowing fast, but some are stillstruggling from the combinationof weather challengeswe have had the last few seasons.The mild winter meantthat many flower buds survivedto bloom this spring andsummer, but it also meant thatthere are larger insect populationsthan we tend to havewhen the winter temperaturesare more severe. Treesand other plants will struggleif they have two or morestress factors at work at once,such as the drought of 2022combined with insect infestations,although some insectscan destroy trees withouthelp from bad weather.Parts of Lynn Fells Parkwayhave lost their line of ash trees(Fraxinus pensylvanica) due tocarpenter ants, though luckilythe dreaded emerald ashborer does not seem to havereached Saugus yet.The hot and steamy summerwe have endured so farmakes many of us want toseek out shade. Many peopleare rescheduling outdoor activitieslike gardening, walkingor jogging to earlier hours ofthe morning, hoping to avoidthe worst heat. Shady spotsare preferred by many plantsfor similar reasons – they providesome protection from dehydration,and temperaturesin shade often measure severaldegrees cooler than nearbylocations that receive full sun.A shady slope in Dee LeMay’sgarden near Cliftondaleis home to a ‘Blue Angel’ Hosta(Hosta ‘Blue Angel’) that hasreached eight feet wide andwhen in bloom is 40 inches tall.Hostas are also known as plantainlily and are occasionallycalled by their original scientificname, funkia, which they weregiven to honor early 19th centurybotanist Heinrich Funck.There are at least 20 speciesand, perhaps, up to 2,000 cultivatedvarieties and hybrids.Most are grown more for theirbold textured and often colorfulfoliage rather than theirflowers. While hosta foliage isoften nibbled by deer and rabbits,for some reason the rabbitshave not chosen to nibbleon this plant in Dee’s garden.Also thriving in shade is thevery adaptable hydrangea‘Tuff Stuff’ (Hydrangea serrata‘Tuff Stuff’), which has a lace‘Blue Angel’ hosta is a shade-loving perennial with very large blue leaves and pale lavenderbell-shaped flowers. (Photo courtesy of Dee LeMay)cap–style flower cluster containingboth fertile and sterileflowers. Fertile flowers aremuch smaller, and in the centerof the cluster, while thesterile flowers with showy petalsare around the outer edges.Alysha Wood’s delightful‘Tuff Stuff’ hydrangea, a lace cap–style hydrangea bloomingin Dee LeMay’s garden, has flower clusters that to manyresemble a lace doily. (Photo courtesy of Dee LeMay)garden in the heart of SaugusCenter often brings smiles topeoples’ faces as they drivearound the rotary or walkthrough Saugus Center, dueto its colorful annuals andwhimsical decorations, someof which light up in the evening.A melodic variation fromthe sound of traffic at thisbusy spot is provided by windchimes whenever there is abreeze. Alysha, who runs EliteCleaning Services, lives abovethe dentist’s office here and hasenjoyed gardening in this locationfor over two decades. Thegarden changes with the seasons,as containers of annualsare replaced by mums in fall. Aturquoise chair often providesa moment of rest and relaxationto tired walkers or peoplewaiting for the #430 bus, whichhas a stop nearby. Animal decAlyshaWood has created a charming scene in a small spacewith a variety of perennial and annual plants. (Photo courtesyof Laura Eisener)orations – including a gracefulswan-shaped planter, solarpowered bright-eyed frogs, awise owl with sunflower eyesand butterflies on the windchimes – are sure to delightchildren of all ages. Amongthe perennials in this garden isa bold-leaved hosta that lookslike the variety ‘Guacamole’named for the two tones ofgreen in its leaves.Among the annuals are capeperiwinkle (Catharanthus rosea,formerly Vinca rosea), alsoAn owl decoration returns the gaze from passers-by nearthe rotary in Alysha Wood’s Saugus Center garden. (Photocourtesy of Laura Eisener)The pink, white and red flowers of annual vinca brightenthe entire summer and are family favorites in this SaugusCenter garden. (Photo courtesy of Laura Eisener)known as bright eyes or Madagascarperiwinkle. Originallynative to Madagascar, it hasnaturalized in the southernUnited States and other warmparts of the world where it isevergreen. This plant with pink,red, white or purplish flowerswill not tolerate a New Englandwinter so is grown in a containerand replaced each spring.This was one of Alysha’s mother’sfavorite flowers. The gardenalso has many petunias(Petunia spp.) and million bells(Calibrachoa spp.) in a wide varietyof colors which can be expectedto bloom continuouslyuntil fall.Editor’s Note: Laura Eisener isa landscape design consultantwho helps homeowners withlandscape design, plant selectionand placement of trees andshrubs, as well as perennials. Sheis a member of the Saugus GardenClub and offered to write aseries of articles about “what’sblooming in town” shortly afterthe outbreak of the COVID-19pandemic. She was inspired afterseeing so many people takingup walking.
THE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FriDAy, JUly 26, 2024Page 13The Sounds of SaugusBy Mark E. VoglerGood morning, SaugusI miss the good old dayswhen the League of WomenVoters would sponsor andmoderate candidate debates,from local to national politics.In several communities whereI covered county and municipalgovernment, the Leagueworked hand in hand with localmedia on various candidateforums. I ran into Leaguerepresentatives in places likeLeesburg, Fla.; Amherst, Mass.,Saugus, Mass., and a few otherplaces. The ladies went togreat lengths to organize thenonpartisan forums and didwhat they could to accommodatethe reporters whowould be covering them. Theleagues I was acquainted withwere a true force of good inthe communities they served.The forums I covered definitelyheightened voter educationand interest in a wide range oflocal issues that were relevantto the voters.When the discourse betweencandidates degenerated to insultsand hot rhetoric, Leagueofficials would go out of theirway to keep things civil andprofessional, most of the time.And the rhetoric of the candidatesseemed to be a lotmore tame and civil. For themost part, sparring candidateswould focus on important issueswithin their campaigns insteadof making disparaging,hateful remarks about their opponents.And yes, I always recalledthe opponents shakinghands at the end of the night.In recent years, it seems thatpolitical campaigns on levels –local to national – have becomea blood sport. And recently, itbothered me greatly when Iheard several national politiciansmaking comments like“it’s going to be a bloodbath”or there will be “a Civil War” if acertain candidate doesn’t getelected. To me, such rhetoricgoes against the grain of Democracyand is very un-American.At the end of the day,we’re all Americans, and citizenson the local, state and nationallevel should be unitingafter an election. As a cub reporterback in 1973 and 1974,I remember well how Republicansand Democrats crossedthe aisle and worked togetherto get through a constitutionalcrisis when President Nixonresigned in disgrace.Of course, there were somecommunities where I workedwhere a few people took theirpolitics too seriously. Like inLawrence, Mass., in the latePrevention Coalition, pleaseemail saugusyouthcoalition@gmail.com.”I guess I might check outthat meeting on Aug. 12. Staytuned.Issues of concern at AnnaParker PlaygroundIt sounds like a great projectthat Town Manager Scott C.Crabtree and his staff are pursuingdown at the Anna ParkerPlayground, located next doorto the Essex Street Fire Station.I thought it was an interestingmeeting on July 15, when thetown manager and an architectpresiding over the AnnaParker Playground project unveiledplans for a park renovationthat includes building astate-of-the-art street hockeyrink and six pickleball courts.But a few citizens who spokeat the informational sessionheld in the Town Hall auditoriumearly last week raised somelegitimate concerns about waterirrigation, flooding and safety.The town manager tried toassure the speakers that theirconcerns would be addressed.I decided to take a driveEYE ON THE PLAYGROUND: Paul Furey, who takes care of the soccer fields at Anna ParkerPlayground with his company 3D’s Landscaping, embraces the town’s recent plans to constructa street hockey rink and six pickleball courts. But he has also expressed concernsover parking, lighting, safety and water-related issues at the playground. He is also vicepresident of the Saugus Youth Soccer Association. (Saugus Advocate Photo by Mark E. Vogler)1990s when a foul-mouthedcop’s wife, who was defeatedin her City Council race,grabbed me by the lapel insideCity Council Chambers beforea meeting and F-bombed meabout 15 times as she blamedme for losing her election race.But for the most part, civilityprevailed in local, state and federalelections. After an election,the winners and losers whowere civic-minded worked togetheron projects that led tothe betterment of the communitiesthey served. Things seema lot different today comparedto when I began my career 50years ago.A Coalition to help kidsThere’s a small group of SaugusCitizens planning to meetAug. 12 at 9:30 a.m. at the Boysand Girls Club Teen Center atthe Square One Mall.“We started in May, so weare still in the beginning stagesof planning, but wanted toget the word out about whatwe are doing,” Amy Chiaravallotitold me in a phone conversationthis week.Curious about this group, Iwent on the Internet to checkout Amy’s background. Asit turned out, Amy is a Saugusresident who works in thehealthcare field and has beeninvolved in organizing similargroups in Wakefield.Amy pretty much stuck to thescript of the following press release,which we decided to reprintin its entirety in case thereare people who are out there inthe community who are concernedabout the youth of Saugus.Here we go:“Recently, a group of communitystakeholders in Saugusjoined together to createa prevention coalition in Saugus.In response to the risingconcerns surrounding underagesubstance use and behavioralhealth challenges, wecame together to try and providethe youth of Saugus withresources and support to preventsubstance misuse and assistwith behavioral health challenges.The goal of this group isto improve and assist the qualityof life for youth in the communitythrough positive youthexperiences in a safe adultsupported environment. Coalitionmembers include parents,members of town government,representatives fromlocal youth serving organizations,police and fire officials.We look forward to incorporatingthe youth voice intothe coalition during the 20242025school year. We are workingon activities and initiativesthat will help parents gain thetools necessary to talk to theirkids about challenging subjectslike underage drinking, vaping,bullying, healthy relationshipsand mental health challenges.Be sure to look for ourtable with helpful resources atlocal events like the communityhealth fair on 6/25 and Founder’sDay in September. For moreinformation about the Saugusdown to Anna Parker Playgroundon Tuesday afternoonand try to get a fix on some ofthose concerns as they relateto the project. About six acresof town recreational land willundergo a major upgrade, beginningnext week. Work crewsinstalled temporary fencing atAnna Parker Playground, mostof it encircling the old basketballand tennis court areas,which will be replaced with astreet hockey rink and six pickleballcourts. Getting familiarwith the lay of the land is definitelycrucial to understandingcitizen concerns about theproperty in question.During my field trip on Tuesdayafternoon, I ran into PaulFurey, who was getting readyto cut some grass at the soccerfields. I doubt there are manyfolks in town who are as familiarwith the lay of the land down atAnna Parker as Paul, a 71-yearoldSaugus native (Saugus HighClass of 1972) who has beentaking care of the Saugus YouthSoccer Association (SYSA) fieldsfor 18 years with his company,3D’s Landscaping. He’s also vicepresident of the SYSA.Paul spoke at the meetingabout his concerns about thewater irrigation lines buriedunderground. He amplifiedthose concerns when I ran intohim on Tuesday afternoon. He’salso concerned about the water.Drainage and flooding havebeen longstanding issues onTHE SOUNDS | SEE PAGE 14
Page 14THE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FriDAy, JUly 26, 2024THE SOUNDS | FROM PAGE 13the three full-sized soccer fields(they can be broken down tomake six for kids). Over theyears, Paul has seen the fieldsunderwater frequently.Lighting is important, too.There needs to be additionallighting to make the kids andadults using the fields feel safeand to also protect the newfacilities from vandalism andtheft.Parking is another issue thatcame up at the information session.“They only got about 80spots – they’re going to needmore space on weekends,” Paultold me. “We’re going to have toget the parking lot relined. Andit would be nice to get somemore lighting in here.”“But my biggest concern isthe safety issue – getting emergencyvehicles in here and out,”he said.By virtue of his positionas vice president of the localyouth soccer association,which represents 350 kids –three year olds all the way upto High School age – Paul is awell-seasoned advocate whois going to make sure that theproject doesn’t adversely affectSYSA. He also is very excitedand supportive of the project.“Saugus Youth Hockey is behindthe project all the way. Wedefinitely support it,” he said.From the way Paul talked ofhis concerns at the playground,my sense is he will be monitoringthe project closely andmake sure it’s done right.“Shout Out” to Soccer supportersWereceived a multiple- LEGAL NOTICE -COMMONWEALTH OF MASSACHUSETTSTHE TRIAL COURTPROBATE AND FAMILY COURTEssex Probate and Family Court36 Federal StreetSalem, MA 01970(978) 744-1020Docket No. ES24P2157EAEstate of: BERNICE ANN DUNNAlso known as: BERNICE A. DUNNDate of Death: 04/19/2024CITATION ON PETITION FORFORMAL ADJUDICATIONTo all interested persons:A Petition for Formal Probate of Will with Appointment ofPersonal Representative has been filed by Ann C. Quinlanof Boxford MA requesting that the Court enter a formal Decreeand Order and for such other relief as requested in the Petition.The Petitioner requests that:Ann C. Quinlan of Boxford MA be appointed as PersonalRepresentative(s) of said estate to serve Without Surety on thebond in unsupervised administration.IMPORTANT NOTICEYou have the right to obtain a copy of the Petition fromthe Petitioner or at the Court. You have a right to objectto this proceeding. To do so, you or your attorney must filea written appearance and objection at this Court before:10:00 a.m. on the return day of 08/19/2024.This is NOT a hearing date, but a deadline by which youmust file a written appearance and objection if you object tothis proceeding. If you fail to file a timely written appearanceand objection followed by an affidavit of objections withinthirty (30) days of the return day, action may be taken withoutfurther notice to you.UNSUPERVISED ADMINISTRATION UNDER THEMASSACHUSETTS UNIFORM PROBATE CODE (MUPC)A Personal Representative appointed under the MUPC inan unsupervised administration is not required to file aninventory or annual accounts with the Court. Persons interestedin the estate are entitled to notice regarding the administrationdirectly from the Personal Representative and may petitionthe Court in any matter relating to the estate, including thedistribution of assets and expenses of administration.WITNESS, Hon. Frances M. Giordano, First Justice of thisCourt.Date: July 22, 2024PAMELA A. CASEY O’BRIENREGISTER OF PROBATEJuly 26, 2024MISSIONARIES AT WORK: Kids from Next Step Ministries partnering with Auburn, Indiana’sDayspring Community Church helped to rebuild Saugus Heritage Gazebo. Left toright: Lindsy Bledsoe, Tyler Bledsoe, Brady Culler, Chloe Buss, Thai Rotz, John Buss, LakenMosier, Mercedes Bledsoe and Karly Kaufmann. Not in the photo: Alexis Shipe. (CourtesyPhoto to The Saugus Advocate by Joanie Allbee)“Shout Out” this week fromPaul Furey, vice president ofthe Saugus Youth Soccer Association:“Cheers to the coachesand board members who volunteertheir time to make soccera pleasant experience andfun experience … without volunteersprogram would not exist.Also I would like to thank theTown Of Saugus for giving Saugussoccer the opportunity totake over these fields and makethem what they are consideredto be[:] one of the best soccerfacilities in Essex County.”A “Shout Out” to Indianamission kidsJoanie Allbee, a frequent contributorto The Saugus Advocate,gave a collective “ShoutOut” to kids from Next StepMinistries partnering with Auburn,Indiana’s Dayspring CommunityChurch. “This groupis on a working Mission’s trip,helping to rebuild Saugus HeritageGazebo. These kids areleaving today and are sooo excitedabout the possibility ofbeing in the paper to showtheir folks in Indiana.”This is a “Shout Out” worthdoubling down on for a groupof kids passing through fromthe Midwest. Hats off to LindsyBledsoe, Tyler Bledsoe, BradyCuller, Chloe Buss, ThaiRotz,John Buss, Laken Mosier, MercedesBledsoe,Karly Kaufmannand Alexis Shipe.Want to “Shout Out” a fellowSaugonian?This is an opportunity for ourpaper’s readers to single out –in a brief mention – remarkableacts or achievements by Saugusresidents or an act of kindnessor a nice gesture. Just sendan email (mvoge@comcast.net)with a mention in the subjectline of “An Extra Shout Out.” Nomore than a paragraph; anythinglonger might lend itselfto a story and/or a photo.Looking for a Planning DirectorItlooks like The Town of Sauguscan use more than a littleplanning help to protect thetown from problems associatedwith development. Planning &Economic Development DirectorChristopher Reilly has lefttown, leaving a key position vacant.So, the saga of revolvingdoors in the town’s PlanningDepartment continues.Selectman Anthony Coglianowas blunt in explaining thisdiscouraging development.“He left last month and wentto Middleton. It’s impossibleto work here. Engineer just quittoo,” Cogliano said in an emailto The Saugus Advocate yesterday.Staytuned.Founders Day date changeFounders Day, one of themost popular town events ofthe year, will be a week late thisyear. It’s usually observed onthe first Saturday in September.This year, it will be observed onSept. 14 instead of Sept. 7.Knights begin planning fleamarket and craft fairThe Knights of ColumbusCouncil 1829 announced recentlythat it plans to hold itsFestive Holiday Flea Market andCraft Fair on Saturday, Oct. 19from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at 57 AppletonSt. The huge indoor affairis still weeks away. But it’snot too early for participants tobegin planning. Vendor spacefor this year’s event will be $30with free admission and freeparking to go along with raffles,food and fun.Anyone with questionsshould call the Knights of Columbusat 781-233-9858. Formore information, Paul Giannettacan also be reached at978-239-1392.What’s happening at theSaugus Public LibraryFor schoolchildren lookingfor interesting projects and programsto participate in this fall,there’s plenty to do at the SaugusPublic Library. There aresome very good programs offeredfor grownups, too.Community Garden volunteerswelcomedIf you love gardening andwould love to volunteer a fewhours for a good cause thissummer, offer your services atthe Community Garden at St.John’s Episcopal Church. Volunteersare welcome to come anyFriday or Saturday morning forthe rest of the summer to helpweed and nurture the crops.If these times are difficult, arrangementscan be made forother days. For details, contactThe Rev. John Beach at St.John’s Episcopal Church (revjbeach@gmail.com).FoodPantry notesThe Saugus United ParishFood Pantry is open today (Friday,July 26) from 9:30-11 a.m.at 50 Essex St. in the basem*ntof Cliftondale CongregationalChurch.Legion Breakfasts over forsummerAmerican Legion Post 210would like to thank all thosewho made the 2023-24 breakfastseason such a success, andwish them a wonderful summer.We will resume servingbreakfast on Friday, September6, 2024.Birding made accessibleJoin us on Sunday, July 28,2024, at Saugus Iron Works NationalHistoric Site for an introTHESOUNDS | SEE PAGE 15
THE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FriDAy, JUly 26, 2024Page 15THE SOUNDS | FROM PAGE 14duction to birding! Partneringwith Birdability, the Latin HeritageInternship Program (LHIP)and Environment for the Americas,we are hosting a specialevent focused on making birdingaccessible for everyone.From 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.,enjoy activities, including artsand crafts and a bird call introduction.Downloadthe Merlin Bird IDapp from Cornell (https://merlin.allaboutbirds.org/download/)to help identify the birdsyou see and hear. All are welcome– no prior birding experienceneeded. Binoculars andsensory aids will be available.Dress for the weather and comeexplore the local bird populationwith us!Address: Saugus Iron WorksNational Historic Site, 244Central St., Saugus, Mass. Forinformation, visit our website:https://go.nps.gov/saugus-birdingJulyEvents at the KowloonHere’s what’s happening thismonth at the Kowloon Restaurant:JULY26: CONCERT SERIES:PERFECT EXAMPLE – 7 p.m. –Free General Admission or $10Reserved Seating.JULY 27: CONCERT SERIES:WILDFIRE – 7 p.m. – Free GeneralAdmission or $10 ReservedSeating.JULY 31: BINGO NIGHT withDJ TOMMY – 7 p.m. – Free GeneralAdmission.For all tickets, call the KowloonRestaurant at 781-2330077or access online at www.kowloonrestaurant.comWhat ’s breaking atBreakheartOn Thursdays now throughAugust, the Visitor Center willhost a Wild Breakheart Seriesfrom 10–11 a.m. Join us forthis rotating nature series aswe explore different aspectsof Breakheart! Meet outsidethe Visitor Center; rain cancels.During July, it will be Tree ID –explore the park and discoverwhat trees are in the park andhow to identify them. In August,park visitors can particSANDSCULPTING | FROM PAGE 8ton. “This is my fi rst time at RevereBeach,” Richard said. “It’sfantastic.”“I haven’t been here for years,but will defi nitely come back,”Katie added.Renaud and Kelly Plantey andtheir daughter, Ellie, took publictransportation from East Boston,as they sometimes do to goto the beach or restaurants. “It’svery convenient,” Renaud said.ipate in Animal Exploration –enjoy discovering what animalscall Breakheart home!On Saturdays now throughAugust, there will be an Easy,Breezy, Beautiful Hike from1:30–3:30 p.m. Join the Park Interpreterfor this weekly guidedhike! Each trip will highlightnatural and historic featuresthat make Breakheart unique.Hikes will be moderately pacedand range from two to threemiles over sometimes unevenand rocky terrain; best for ageseight years and up. Meet at theVisitor Center. Rain cancels.On Fridays now through August,the Visitor Center will hosta Kidleidoscope from 10:30–11:30 a.m. Come join our parkinterpreter for a story time andnature walk! Complete a smallcraft and explore the woods!Walks are gently paced and approximatelyone mile, thoughnot accessible for strollers; appropriatefor families with childrenthree to five years old.Meet at the Visitor Center.There will be Family Fishingon Saturdays now through Augustfrom 9:30–11:00 a.m. atCamp Nihan (131 Walnut St.).Join our park interpreter for adrop-in fi shing program! Learnhow to fi sh, what fi sh live in ourponds and how to catch andrelease responsibly. Bait anda handful of rods will be provided,but feel free to bringyour own gear and fish withus and share your tips! No licenseis required to fi sh in thisprogram; appropriate for familieswith children fi ve years oldand up. Meet at Camp Nihan.Rain cancels.CHaRM Center is openThe Town of Saugus announcedthat the CHaRM Centeris open Wednesday and Saturdayfrom 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Residentswill be required to buya $25 Sticker to use the CompostFacilities as well as to recyclehard plastics. The rest of theFacility’s features are free to usefor any Saugus resident. Residentsare also allowed threeTVs or computers/CRT monitorsfor free per householdeach year. The Town of SaugusAs usual, politicians wereout in full force. Revere MayorPatrick Keefe said the festival“opens up doors for people tosee the beauty of a beach wesee every day. It’s an opportunityfor us to show what we alreadyknow.”On Saturday morning he gaveKate Fox of the state Dept. ofTravel and Tourism a tour of thebeach.“The festival brings familiesand revenue into the city,” Rereservesthe right to refuse anymaterial if quantity or quality isquestionable.The final date the CHaRMCenter will be open for the seasonis December 14. However,the Facility will be open the followingwinter dates, weatherpermitting: January 18, 2025,from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m.; February15, 2025, from 8 a.m. to 2:00p.m.; March 15, 2025, from 8:00a.m. to 2:00 p.m.Please contact Solid Waste/Recycling Coordinator Scott A.Brazis at 781-231-4036 with anyquestions.Brick program for SaugusWar MonumentThe Saugus War MonumentCommittee, once again, issponsoring the Buy-A-BrickProgram to honor all those whohave served their country. Ifyou would like to purchase onein the name of someone who ispresently serving or has served,in the memory of a loved one,or just someone from yourfamily, school, etc., the generalpricing is $100 for a 4” X 8”brick (three lines) or $200 foran 8” X 8” brick (fi ve lines). Eachline is a maximum of 15 characters.The improvement and upkeepof the monument on thecorner of Winter and CentralStreets rely on the generosityof donors through fundraising.The brick application mustbe in by Sept. 10 to ensure thebricks will be ready for VeteransDay. Please contact Corinne Rileyat 781-231-7995 for moreinformation and applications.About The Saugus AdvocateWewelcome press releases,news announcements, freelancearticles and courtesy photosfrom the community. Ourdeadline is noon Wednesday.If you have a story idea, an articleor photo to submit, pleaseemail me at mvoge@comcast.net or leave a message at 978683-7773.Let us become yourhometown newspaper. TheSaugus Advocate is available inthe Saugus Public Library, theSaugus Senior Center, SaugusTown Hall, local conveniencestores and restaurants throughouttown.vere Ward 1 Councillor JoanneMcKenna said.She attended the festival withher friend Laurie Shannon ofMalden. “I often came to RevereBeach as a kid and it’s nice tobe here for this,” Shannon said.“The sculptures bring people tothe area.”Ward 5 Councillor AngelaGuarino-Sawaya called the festival“wonderful” and creditedSAND SCULPTING | SEE PAGE 18Say nirSaay niory SeniorSeniby Jim MillerHow Extreme HeatAff ects Seniors:Tips to Stay SafeDear Savvy Senior,I work for a county health departmentand every summerwe’re seeing more and moreseniors get sick and even diefrom heat-related illiness. Canyou write an awarness piece onthe aff ects extreme heat has onolder adults, and what they cando to guard against this summertimerisk. Thanks for helpingkeep seniors safe!Health AdvocateDear Advocate,Happy to oblige! Most peopledon’t realize that each year,extreme summertime heat killsmore people in the U.S. thanhurricanes, fl oods and tornadoescombined. While extremeheat can be deadly for anyone,older adults are uniquelyvulnerable because of threekey factors: biological changesthat occur with age; higherrates of age-related diseases;and greater use of medicationsthat can alter the body’sresponse to heat.Here’s how to gauge the riskfor a heat-related illness for youor an older loved one and howto stay safe.How Heat Aff ects SeniorsThe human body has twomain mechanisms to cool itself:sweating and increasing bloodfl ow to the skin. In older adults,both of those processes arecompromised. Seniors sweatless and they have poor circulationcompared with youngerpeople.Chronic health conditionsthat are more common in oldage, most notably cardiovasculardisease and diabetes, canalso exacerbate these issues.A diseased heart isn’t able topump as much blood, furtherreducing blood fl ow to the skin.And if the nerves become affectedin people with diabetes,the body might not receive themessage that it needs to startsweating.As people age, they also stopfeeling as thirsty and so theytend to drink less. In hot conditions,that can cause them tobecome dehydrated faster.In addition, some olderadults, particularly if they havesome form of dementia or cognitivedecline, may not perceivetemperature changes as well.As a result, they won’t respondappropriately to heat, both biologically(through sweating)and behaviorally (by movingto someplace cool).Finally, certain medicationsmany seniors take like diureticsand other high blood pressuredrugs can aff ect people’shydration, blood fl ow and eventhe sweat response, so be sureto ask your doctor about anymedications you’re taking.How to Stay SafeOn hot days, older adults andpeople with serious health conditionsshould limit outdooractivities like walking and gardeningto the cooler morningsand evenings, take frequentbreaks and drink plenty of watereven if you aren’t thirsty. Listento your body. If the activitystarts to feel harder than normal,that’s a signal to stop andfi nd a place to cool down.Signs of dehydration or heatexhaustion include dizziness,lightheadedness, headache,fl ushed face, a racing heart orfeeling lethargic. Low energy isespecially important to watchout for in people with cognitiveimpairment, who may not realizehow hot they are or be ableto express it.If heat exhaustion worsensto a heatstroke, it becomes alife-threatening emergency.While older adults faceunique challenges when itcomes to heat, the ways to cooldown are the same for any age.If you or a loved one start toexperience any of the abovesymptoms, the best thing youcan do is to go somewhere thathas air-conditioning. If AC isn’tavailable in the home, check ifthere’s a local cooling center.In the absence of air-conditioning,water is extremelyhelpful in reducing the risk forheat-related injury. Rubbing anice cube or cold compress overyour skin, spraying yourselfwith cool water or taking a coolshower or bath can also help.For more heat related safetytips, visit the Center for DiseaseControl and Prevention websiteat CDC.gov/extreme-heat.Send your senior questions to: SavvySenior, P.O. Box 5443, Norman, OK73070, or visit SavvySenior.org. JimMiller is a contributor to the NBC Todayshow and author of “The SavvySenior” book.ior
Page 16THE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FriDAy, JUly 26, 2024OBITUARIESEdward J. BurgeTHE HOME AND THE MEDICAID LIENThe general rule isthat the home andany adjacent land,if located in Massachusetts,is considered to be a“non-countable” asset forMassHealth eligibility purposesas long as the applicantchecks off the box onthe MassHealth applicationstating that he or sheintends on returning homefrom a nursing home. Thismay or may not be likelyto happen but by checkingthe box, the home willnot be a countable asset.Assuming that for a singleperson the total of all othercountable assets is $2,000or less, the applicant willbe eligible for MassHealthbenefits.MassHealth’s estate recoveryunit will, however,place a lien on the property.This is done so in orderto seek repayment of Medicaidbenefits paid to thenursing home upon thedeath of the MassHealthapplicant. The home wouldhave to be sold (or mortgaged)in order to pay backMassHealth.It is important to note, in2024, the home will not beconsidered a “non-countable”asset if the equity in thehome exceeds $1,071,000.There is an exception to thisrule. The home will still benon-countable if a spouseis living there or a blind orpermanently disabled childis living there, regardless ofits value.The benefit of applyingmately 107 months. In otherwords, it would taketwiceas long to lose all of the valueof the home. The Medicaidrate is what MassHealthactually pays to the nursinghome each month. The dailyrate paid is based uponthe level of care providedto the applicant.In this example, if thefor MassHealth and keepingthe home is that estaterecovery will be based uponthe “Medicaid” rate and notthe private pay rate. Therefore,the ultimate recoveryagainst the home willbe much less. If the privatepay rate for the averagenursing home in Massachusettsis $15,000 per month,the “Medicaid” rate mightbe, for example, $7,000 permonth. This may be onereason why not to sell thehouse.For example, if the homeis sold for $750,000, at$15,000 per month for nursinghome cost, the equityin the home would be entirelywiped out in approximately50 months. However,if MassHealth is appliedfor and the house isnot sold, and the applicationis approved, assumingthe “Medicaid” rate is$7,000 per month, the equityin the home would notbe wiped out until approxiMassHealthrecipient diedin the nursing home after36 months, the paybackto MassHealth wouldonly be $252,000, leaving$498,000 in equity forthe family members uponthe applicant’s death. Inthis example, I am assumingthe applicant is single.If married, the housecan simply be transferredto the spouse who is stillliving at home. So it paysto at least look at your optionswhen dealing with thehome and MassHealth eligibility.It also makes a lot ofsense to consider transferringyour home to an irrevocableMedicaid-qualifyingTrust. In that case, afterthe five year look-back periodis over, the house will beprotected. This would avoidprobate and also any EstateRecovery Lien. MassHealthestate recovery only appliesto the probate estate, notassets held in Trust.Joseph D. Ca taldo is anesta te planning/elder lawa ttorney,Certified PublicAccountant, Certified FinancialPlanner, AICPA Personal FinancialSpecialist and holds a mastersdegree in taxation.song “Sandcastles” forthe album “Lemonade”?9. Bhutan, Malta and Waleshave what imaginary animalon their flags?1. On July 26, 1990, whatpresident signed theAmericans with DisabilitiesAct?2. Who originally performed“Under the Boardwalk”?3.The world’s oldest subwaytrain operator, HelenAntenucci, 82, recentlycelebrated her birthdayand received a GuinnessWorld Records certificate;a plaque in her honor is atwhat MBTA station?4. On July 27, 1946, whatauthor of “The Autobiographyof Alice B. Toklas”died?5. What famous sculptureby Michelangelo has aman’s first name?6. How are the Great Wall ofChina, the Taj Mahal, Petra,Colosseum, Brazil’sChrist the Redeemer, MachuPichu and ChichénItzá similar?7. On July 28, 1917, theSilent Parade, a marchagainst violence towardsAfrican Americans, happenedalong what importantavenue?8. What singer recorded the10. What type of cycle is usedin basketball games?11. On July 29, 1954, the firstpart of what fantasy trilogyby an author with aname with three initialswas published?12. What playwright created“As You Like It” with thesong “Under the greenwoodtree”?13. Is a phaeton a touring caror a horse-drawn vehicle?14. On July 30, 1932, theOlympic Games in LosAngeles opened; whatOlympics venue was firstinstituted then?Of Saugus.Died onS a tur -day, July 20that the age of 90. He was thebeloved husband of Virginia(Malin) Burge with whom heshared 64 years of marriage.Born and raised in Chelsea,Mr. Burge was the son of thelate Arthur and Mary (Budny)Burge. A graduate of Johnsonand Wales, Edward was a retiredelectrical designer forRaytheon. A resident of Saugusfor the past 65 years, heloved finance and was an avidswimmer. He was also veryproud of his years of serviceduring the Korean War servingin the Air Force.In addition to his wife, Mr.Burge is survived by his fourchildren, Rosellen Furbush ofNashua, NH, Lori Jepson ofBarnstead, NH, Debbie Gonsalvesof Barnstead, NH andEdward J. Burge, Jr. of Salem;eight grandchildren; threegreat grandchildren; threebrothers, Joseph Burge ofFL, Thomas, Burge of Chelseaand James Burge of FL.He was predeceased by twobrothers, Arthur and WilliamBurge.Relatives and friends were15. The International CyclingUnion fined cyclist JulienBernard for kissing hiswife during what race?16. What does pesto mean inItalian?17. July 31 is National AvocadoDay; avocado iscalled what name thatcombines an animal anda fruit?18. Which are older, jellyfishor dinosaurs?19. What kind of bird has a“racing homer” breed thatwas created for racing?20. On Aug. 1, 1819, whatAmerican writer aboutthe sea – who once sailedon whalers from Massachusettsand lived inPittsfield – was born?invited to attend visitinghours in the Bisbee-PorcellaFuneral Home, Saugus onWednesday, July 24. A funeralservice was held in the funeralhome on Thursday. In lieuof flowers, donations in Edward’smemory may be madeto the Alzheimer’s Associationof MA at alz.org/manh.Laura C. (Galinski)DrellaOf Saugus formerlyChelsea. Died on July19, 2024 at the KaplanFamily Hospice in Danvers atthe age of 83. She was thewife of the late Stanley Drella.Born and raised in Chelsea,she was the daughterof the late Walter and Catherine(Znarowski) Galinski.A 1958 Chelsea High Schoolgraduate and a graduate ofSuffolk University Mrs. Drellaworked for 30 years as an executivesecretary in the financialworld. A resident of Saugusfor the last 57 years, shehad a second career workingas a co-teacher at the NortheastRegional Vocational HighSchool in Wakefield. Mrs. Drellaenjoyed jazz music and wasa lover of Fine Arts. For manyyears she was active in herOBITS | SEE PAGE 17ANSWERS1.2.3.4.5.6.7.8.9.10.George H.W. BushThe DriftersAquarium (her favorite stop)Gertrude SteinDavidThey are the new seven Wonders ofthe World.Fifth Avenue in NYCBeyoncéDragonUnicycle11. “The Lord of the Rings” by J.R.R. Tolkien12.Shakespeare13. Both (some cars have names derivedfrom carriage names).14. The Olympic Village15. Tour de France16. Pounded17.18.Alligator pearJellyfish19. Pigeon20. Herman Melville
THE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FriDAy, JUly 26, 2024Page 17ASKS | FROM PAGE 11Domenic Bruzzese – 8Elizabeth Silipigni – 10 –100m, 200m, hammer (2nd),shot put (5th)Enzo Liebl – 7 – 100m, shotput (2nd), long jumpFelipe Frossard – 10Fernando Frossard – 5Gigi Cottam – 12Jack Gori – 12 – 100m, 200m(6th), javelin (4th), high jump(1st)Jimmy McGrath – 8Jonathan Bell – 9 – hurdles(8th), 100m, javelin (6th), highjump (3rd)Kason Imbrogna – 16 –1500m (2nd), 800m (4th), javelin(2nd), discus (3rd)Kendall Powers – 12Leo Hobbs – 7 – hurdlesOBITS | FROM PAGE 16church and sang in the choir,(6th), 200m, javelin (5th), longjump (7th)Liam Marcu – 9 – hurdles(3rd), 800m (6th), 200m, longjumpLillian Waters – 10 – hurdles(4th), 400m, shot put (3rd), javelin(4th)Luca Giardullo – 8 – hurdles(2nd), 100m, 200m (5th), longjump (3rd)Luiz Sena – 10 – 400m (7th),800m (3rd), high jump (2nd),long jump (6th)Luke Porrazzo – 9 – 1500m(2nd), 400m, 800m (2nd), javelin(8th)Maggie Winter – 10 – hammer(3rd), shot put (8th), javelin(2nd), long jumpMark Benoit – 6 – hurdles(1st), 200m (1st), shot put (1st),long jump (2nd)her family enjoyed boatingand were members of theCharlesgate Yacht Club. Mrs.~ LEGAL NOTICE ~2024 FINANCIAL RECORDSThe 2024 financial records of the Veterans LowerElementary School PTO, INC., are available at theaddress noted below for inspection during normalbusiness hours. Any citizen can request these documentswithin 180 days after publication of this notice of itsavailability, The Veterans Early Learning Center PTO, Inc.,39 Hurd Ave. Saugus, MA. 01906July 26, 2024The Kid DoesClean OutsFrom 1 item to 1,000* Basem*nts * Homes * Backyards* Commercial BuildingsThe cheapest prices around!Call Eric: (857) 322-2854Mary Zona – 11 – 100m, shotput (5th), high jump (2nd),long jumpMatthew Bell – 12 – 1500m(2nd), discus (3rd), high jump(3rd), triple jump (2nd)Matthew Benoit – 9 – hurdles(6th), shot put (2nd), javelin(2nd), triple jump (2nd)Matthew Silipigni – 10 –hurdles (7th), 400m, shot put(5th), long jumpMaximiliano Libier – 10 –hurdles, javelin (3rd), highjump, long jumpMichael Wheeler Jr. – 9 – hurdles,1500m (5th), javelin, triplejump (3rd)Naomi Tarantino – 12 – hammer(4th), shot put (6th), javelin(3rd), triple jump (4th)ASKS | FROM PAGE 11Drella was a great admirerof Marilyn Monroe and JimmyBuffet.She is survived by her sonDamian Drella (Saugus FD)and his wife Andrea of Saugus,two grandsons; AlexanderDrella (Mendon FD) andhis wife Caroline, and ChristianDrella (Mendon FD), onegreat grandson Cooper. Mrs.Drella was the sister of FrederickGalinski and his wifeMarie of Pocasset and thesister-in-law and best friendof Lucy Drella of Revere. Sheis also survived by nieces,nephews and cousins.Relatives and friends wereinvited to attend visitinghours in the Bisbee-PorcellaFuneral Home, Saugus,on Tuesday, July 23. A funeralservice was held in the funeralhome on Wednesday.Interment Woodlawn Cemetery,Everett. At the family’srequest please omit flowers,donations in her memorymay be made to the SaugusFirefighters Relief Association,Chief Drew Scholarshipfund, 27 Hamilton Street,Saugus, MA 01906.~ LEGAL NOTICE ~2024 FINANCIAL RECORDSThe 2024 financial records of the Belmonte UpperElementary School PTO, INC., are available at theaddress noted below, for inspection during normalbusiness hours. Any citizen can request these documentswithin 180 days after publication of this notice of itsavailability, The Belmonte Upper Elementary PTO, Inc.,39 Hurd Ave. Saugus, MA. 01906July 26, 2024~ LEGAL NOTICE ~SAUGUS BOARD OF SELECTMENPublic HearingNotice is hereby given that the Saugus Board ofSelectmen will conduct a public hearing for a SpecialPermit on the request of owner/manager ShovaLagoon Gajmer, 81 School St, Saugus, MA. Nameof proposed business: KPS Esthetics and Threading,LLC for eyebrow threading, face & body waxing,facials, eyelash extensions, and massage.Business location: 27 Essex Street, Saugus, MA.This Public Hearing will be held at the Saugus TownHall, Second floor auditorium, Saugus, MA on August20, 2024, at 7:05 PM.Debra Panetta, ChairmanMeredith K. Casagrande ClerkJuly 26, August 9, 2024Your Hometown News Delivered!EVERETT ADVOCATEMALDEN ADVOCATEREVERE ADVOCATESAUGUS ADVOCATEOne year subscription toThe Advocate of your choice:$175 per paper in-town per year or$225 per paper out-of-town per year.Name_________________________________________Address_______________________________________City_______________ State_______ Zip ____________CC# _______________________________ Exp. _____Sec. code____ Advocate (City):___________________Clip & Mail Coupon with Credit Card, Check or Money Order to:Advocate Newspapers Inc.PO Box 490407, Everett, MA 02149REAL ESTATE TRANSACTIONSCopyrighted material previously published in Banker & Tradesman/The Commercial Record, a weekly trade newspaper. It is reprinted withpermission from the publisher, The Warren Group. 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Page 18THE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FriDAy, JUly 26, 2024ASKS | FROM PAGE 17Nicholas Gomes – 10 –800m, shot put (3rd), javelin(4th), triple jump (1st)Olivia Clark – 12 – triplejump (1st)Robert Churchill – 8Samantha Donovan – 11 –100m, 400m (5th), 200m, triplejump (6th)Samuel Gomes – 9 – hurdles(5th), 800m (8th), 200m,long jumpSantino Diciero – 6 – hurdles(3rd), 100m (6th), shot put(2nd), long jump (1st)Skylar Li – 11 – 100m, hammer(8th), triple jump (5th)Sophie Sene – 11 – 100m,hammer (7th), shot put (8th)Stella Beaulieu – 9 – 400m(8th), 200m, shot put (6th),long jumpThomas LeBlanc – 10 –400m, javelin (1st), high jump(1st), long jump (5th)Tye Hobbs – 4.We follow Social Distancing Guidelines!SAND SCULPTING | FROM PAGE 15American Exterior andWindow CorporationContact us for all of yourhome improvement projectsand necessities.Call Jeff or BobToll Free: 1-888-744-1756617-699-1782 / www.americanexteriorma.comWindows, Siding, Roofing, Carpentry & More!All estimates, consultations or inspections completedby MA licensed supervisors. *Over 50 years experience.*Better Business Bureau Membership.Insured andRegisteredComplete Financing Available.No Money Down.Licensed& InsuredFreeEstimatesCarpentry * Kitchen & Bath * Roofs * PaintingDecks * Siding * Carrijohomeimprovement.comCall 781-710-8918 * Saugus, MAGeneral Contractor * Interior & ExteriorFrank BerardinoMA License 31811• 24 - Hour Service• Emergency RepairsBERARDINOPlumbing & HeatingResidential & Commercial ServiceGas Fitting • Drain Service617.699.9383Senior Citizen Discount* Crack Repairing * Pot Hole Filling* Striping Handicapped Spaces* Free EstimatesTom’s Seal CoatingCall Gary: 978-210-4012the Revere Beach Partnershipfor putting it together.Revere Diversity Equity and Inclusiondirector Steve Morabitosaid he was at the first festival 20years ago and noted how muchit has grown over the years.State Senator Lydia Edwardssaid the festival is when “Revereshines for the whole world.”State Rep. Jessica Gianninocalled the festival “the best weekof the year at Revere Beach.”State Rep. Jeffrey Turco alsocalled the festival “wonderful.”Another dignitary in attendancewas Miss MassachusettsKiersten Khoury, of Westwood,who introduced the sculptorsat the awards ceremony. “It’s myfirst time here,” she said. “I pickeda good year to come.”Among vendors was a groupfrom NeighborHealth, formerlythe East Boston NeighborhoodHealth Center. “A lot of peoplehave come by,” its Community EngagementSupervisor and Revereresident Nery Castro reported.And to cap off the 20th year,thousands stuck around for thedazzling fireworks display onSaturday night.Clean-Outs!We take and disposefrom cellars, attics,garages, yards, etc.Call Robert at:781-844-0472
THE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FriDAy, JUly 26, 2024Page 19$599,000$995,000Welcome to this charming 8 room, 3-bedroom home with a cozy farmer's porch and spacious rooms. Thefirst floor includes a living room, dining room with double sliding doors, kitchen, and a small room,complemented by front and rear mudrooms. Discover hardwood floors under the carpet throughout thehome. Upstairs, find three bedrooms plus an additional room and a walk-up attic that providesconvenient storage or potential for expansion. Enjoy outdoor living with a deck and driveway. Updatesinclude a new roof (2021), front stairs, and rear deck. Conveniently located near Boston, transportation,and the airport. Contact Sue at 617-877-4553 or soldwithsue@gmail.com for more details.$599,900UNDER AGREEMENTContractor's Delight! This charming 9-room home features 4 bedrooms and threefinished rooms on the third level, perfect for additional living space or a homeoffice. Includes a 2-car garage/barn, a driveway, and a yard, offering ample spacefor parking and outdoor activities. Located just minutes from transportation, anelementary school, tennis courts, a playground, canoeing spots, a walking path,and a dog park, this home provides easy access to a variety of recreationalactivities. Additionally, the home has two egresses from the second floor for addedconvenience and safety. For more information, contact Norma at 617-590-9143.3 BEDS | 2.5 BATHS | 1,968 SQFT | 8 PARKING SPACESHere’s your chance to own not one, but two beautiful pieces of land in the highly soughtafterarea of Saugus. This unique package offers endless possibilities for creating yourdream estate or embarking on an investment project. Nestled in the tranquil andpicturesque beauty of Saugus, each parcel comes with its own address, allowing for avariety of development opportunities. With a combined price of just $995,000, this is anincredible value you don’t want to miss! Opportunities like this are rare, so act fast tosecure your future in one of the most desirable areas around. Call Sue at 617-877-4553 oremail at soldwithsue@gmail.com.UNDER AGREEMENTDiscover this charming home nestled on a beautiful, treestuddedlot. The first floor features a sunlit family room, perfectfor gatherings, and an oak kitchen with gleaming hardwoodfloors. The main bedroom is a true retreat with its own privatebalcony and his-and-her closets. With 2.5 baths, a spaciousdeck for outdoor entertaining, and a convenient garage, thishome offers both comfort and functionality. Enjoy a serene,private setting with a set-back location, while still having easyaccess to all amenities. For more information, contactChristina at 603-670-3353.$699,000UNDER AGREEMENTMANGO REALTY INCLet's make your real estate journey a success—schedulean appointment with us today!CONTACT US FOR MORE INFORMATION781-558-1091 infowithmango@gmail.com www.mnagorealtyteam.com Mango Realty-Sue Palomba
Page 20THE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FriDAy, JUly 26, 2024FOR SALEFOR SALE- 6 ROOM COLONIAL ON NICESIDE STREET LOCATION! THIS HOMEFEATURES A LARGE EAT-IN KITCHEN,FORMAL DINING ROOM, LIVING ROOM,AND BRAND NEW 1ST FLOOR 3/4 TILEBATH WITH STACKABLE LAUNDRY.SECOND FLOOR FEATURES 3 BEDROOMSAND A FULL BATHROOM. ATTIC AND FULLBAsem*nT FOR STORAGE. FENCED YARD!PLENTY OF OFF STREET PARKING.SAUGUS $525,000CALL DEBBIE 617-678-9710COMING SOONCOMING SOON- BRAND NEWCONSTRUCTION! TWO TOWNHOUSECONDOS. EACH UNIT HAS 3BEDROOMS, 2.5 BATHS, HARDWOODFLOORING, GAS HEAT, CENTRAL AIR,FINISHED LOWER LEVEL ANDGARAGE. SAUGUSCALL KEITH 781-389-0791 FOR MOREDETAILSFOR RENTCOMMERCIAL OFFICE SPACE FOR RENTPRIMELOCATION. PROFESSIONAL BUILDINGJUST OUTSIDE OF SAUGUS CENTER. PLENTYOF PARKING. THIS SPACE IS PERFECT FORLAWYERS OFFICE, INSURANCE COMPANY,REAL ESTATE OFFICE, MORTGAGE COMPANY.WALK IN AREA, SEPARATE OFFICES, RECEPTIONAREA, MENS AND WOMAN'S BATHROOMS,COMMON CONFERENCE ROOM.CONVENIENT TO ROUTE 1. SPACE COULD BESHARED, SPLIT OR THE ENTIRE SPACE COULDBE LEASED. SAUGUS $25CALL KEITH 781-389-0791FOR SALEUNDERCONTRACTFOR SALE- TWO BEDROOM TWO BATHS NEW PAINTBRAND NEW HEATING SYSTEM. TOP FLOOR. TWOCAR PARKING ONE IN GARAGE. ELEVATOR LOCATEDON BUS LINE TO BOSTON.REVERE $459,900CALL RHONDA 781-706-0842FOR SALE- 3 BEDROOM 2 FULL BATH UPDATEDRANCH WITH ADDITIONAL INLAW ATTACHED OFF THEBACK WITH AN ADDITIONAL ONE BEDROOM AND ONEFULL BATH. NICE PRIVATE YARD WITH INGROUNDPOOL. GREAT NEIGHBORHOOD.LYNNFIELD $899,900DEBBIE 617-678-9710BUILDABLE LOT• SAUGUS $125,000 CALL KEITH 781-389-0791 FOR FURTHER DETAILSMOBILE HOMES• GREAT YOUNG ONE BEDROOM UNIT IN A VERY DESIRABLE PARK IN MOVE IN CONDITION.2 CAR PARKING. LOW PARK RENT OF 410 DANVERS 79,900• LOT AVAILABLE IN DESIRABLE FAMILY ESTATES COOPERATIVE MOBILE PARK. APPROX120' X 30' SEWER AND WATER BRING YOUR UNIT AND HAVE A BRAND NEW BEAUTIFULHOME....COOP FEE IS ONY 300- 350 A MONTH PEABODY $84,900LOOKING TOBUY OR SELL?VICTORIAFOR SALEFOR SALE- CONTRACTOR SPECIAL!NEEDS WORK, BUT WORTH THE EFFORT,HOUSE HAS GREAT POTENTIAL. BRINGYOUR IDEAS TO THIS 3000 SQFTCOLONIAL FEATURING 6 BEDROOMS AND2 BATHS WITH OVER 3 FLOORS OF LIVINGSPACE (NOT INCLUDING WALK-OUT LL).BEAUTIFUL ORIGINAL WOODWORK, 5FIREPLACES, 10’ CEILINGS. VINYL SIDING,NICE SIZE LOT. PARKING FOR 6+ CARS.SAUGUS $799,900 CALL KEITH781-389-0791SCARAMUZZO617-529-2513CALL HERFOR ALL YOURREAL ESTATENEEDS• TWO NEW PRE CONSTRUCTION MANUFACTURED HOMES. BOTH ONE BED WITH MANYUPGRADES FROM CAR PARKING TO FULL SIZE LAUNDRY, SO MUCH MORE.DANVERS $199,900• LARGE SPACIOUS 2 BEDROOM ON CORNER LOT. NEW RUBBER ROOF. PEABODY $99,900• VERY SPACIOUS AND WELL MAINTAINED UNIT IN DESIRABLE PINE GROVE PARK OFFROUTE 114 MANY UPDATES, NICE YARD, PITCHED ROOF LAUNDRY HOOK UP LARGEADDITION AND SO MUCH MORE PEABODY $179,900• BEAUTIFUL HOME IN PINE GROVE MOBILE PARK OFF OF ROUTE 114 MUST BE SEEN.UPDATED THROUGHOUT WITH SHINY HARDWOOD FLOORS, HUGE CORNER DOUBLELOT 2YEAR OLD PITCHED ROOF, 4 CAR PARKING, FULL SIZE LAUNDRYPEABODY $189,900• SHADY OAKS PHASE 2 NEW CONSTRUCTION: 2 NEW MANUFACTURED 2 BEDROOMUNITS DANVERS $249,900• SHADY OAKS PHASE 2 NEW CONSTRUCTION:1 NEW MANUFACTURED 1 BEDROOM UNITDANVERS $179,900CALL ERIC 781-223-0289
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