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Page 2THE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FriDAy, JUnE 21, 2024ROOTS | FROM PAGE 1pressed, ‘I am happy to comeback to my hometown highschool, and am very excitedabout joining the administrativeteam at Saugus MiddleHigh School,” a short articlein the newsletter said inmaking the announcement. “Ilook forward to working withthe staff, students and familiesto make SHS an even greaterplace to learn and teach. GOSACHEMS!!”Welcome home.Dr. Scuzzarella, who is a Precinct10 Town Meeting member,was one of four finalistsfor the Saugus School Superintendent’sjob in 2016. Afterthe School Committee hiredLawrence 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.netDavid DeRuosi, Jr. to lead theschools, Scuzzarella acceptedthe position of Principal/DeputyDirector at Northeast MetropolitanRegional VocationalHigh School in Wakefield,which she will be steppingdown from to accept the associateprincipal’s job.Dr. Scuzzarella has spent 30of her 44 years in the educationfield as an administrator.Prior to taking the Principal/Deputy Director’s position atthe Voke, she was principal atNorth Andover High Schoolfor nine years. And previously,she was principal at BeverlyHigh School for four years.She began her career as asocial studies teacher at SaugusHigh School in 1980. Shewas a member of the SaugusSchool Committee (1991-95),served on the Saugus Youthand Recreation Commission(1996-2005) and was a memberof the SuperintendentSearch Committee (2013)that led to the hiring of SaugusSuperintendent MichaelTempesta.Dr. Scuzzarella married herDavid Micu has been named the new Associate Principalof the Saugus Middle School. (Courtesy photo of Saugus PublicSchools)high school sweetheart FrankScuzzarella from the SaugusHigh School Class of 1976.They were married for 39years before he passed awayin 2022 after losing a battle toCOVID-19. The Frank ScuzzarellaJr. Memorial Scholarshipwas created in his honor.Scuzzarella has two sonswho followed their parents’paths through local schools.ROOTS | SEE PAGE 8425r Broadway, SaugusLocated adjacent to Kohls Plaza Route 1 Southin Saugus at the intersection of Walnut StreetWe are on MBTA Bus Route 429781-231-1111We are a Skating Rink withBowling Alleys, Arcade andtwo TV’s where the ballgames are always on!PUBLIC SKATING SCHEDULE12-7 p.m.SundayMondayTuesday$9.00Price includes Roller SkatesRollerblades/inline skates $3.00 additional costPrivate Parties7:30-11 p.m.WednesdayThursdayFridaySaturday$10.00Price includes Roller SkatesAdult Night 18+ OnlyPrivate PartiesPrivate Parties4-8 p.m. $10.00 8:30-11 p.m. $11.18+ Adults Only After 7 PM12-9 p.m.$9.00Everyone must pay admission after 6 p.m.Sorry No Checks - ATM on siteRoller skate rentals included in all pricesInline Skate Rentals $3.00 additionalBIRTHDAY & PRIVATE PARTIES AVAILABLEwww.roller-world.com

THE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FriDAy, JUnE 21, 2024Page 3~The Advocate Asks~Saugus Solid Waste & Recycling Director Scott Brazis talksabout the challenges of his first 20 months on the jobEditor’s Note: For this week’scolumn, we sat down withScott A. Brazis, the town’s directorof Solid Waste & Recycling,to learn about the improvementshe’s made andthe challenges he faced sincehe began the job on Oct. 31,2022. Brazis, a Saugus native,will turn 63 in July. He is a1979 graduate of Saugus HighSchool. Brazis was a standouthockey player for the Sachems,playing well enoughto be inducted into the SaugusHigh School Sports Hall ofFame in 1996. He was an assistanthockey coach at SaugusHigh for two years followed byseven years as the head coach.He holds a Bachelor of Sciencedegree in Criminal Justice Forensicsfrom the Universityof New Haven, where he alsostarred on the hockey teamand was later inducted intothe university’s sports Hall ofFame. Brazis earned his Master’sin Criminal Justice Administrationfrom WesternNew England College. He alsoattended the John F. KennedySchool of Government ExecutiveProgram at Harvard Universityand Boston University’sCorporate Education Center,where he furthered his studiesin leadership and criticalthinking in the 21st century,with a focus on problem-solvingin the public governmentsector.Brazis and his wife, Christine,will celebrate their 31stwedding anniversary nextWednesday (June 25). Shegrew up in Malden and owneda business in Saugus for anumber of years. They havethree children: Karlie, 28, whohas a five-year-old son, Stevie;He’s retired from the Departmentof Corrections. He’s theearly morning quality controlsupervisor. Ron startedlast March.Both are needed and tremendousadditions to theoffice. I was by myself fora while when I started 20months ago. The departmenthad these positionsthere. The challenge was toASKS | SEE PAGE 4Eastern Bank Building on Rte. 1S605 Broadway, #301 * Saugus(781) 233-6844 www.bostonnorthdental.comScott Brazis served four and a half years as a Saugus selectman.(Saugus Advocate file photo)Zak, 24, who graduated fromthe University of New Haventwo years ago and is currentlyscouting high school athletesfor a company named NeutralZone; and Lily, 20, a junior atNortheastern University whoplays hockey.Brazis worked for 30 yearsfor the Middlesex Sheriff’sOffice, working his way upto second-in-command andoverseeing a $65 million budgetand about 750 employees.After retiring, he workedfor eight years in the Fenwayarea of Boston for NortheastSecurity. Brazis served fourand a half years as a Saugusselectman – including twoand a half years as vice chairof the board.Brazis will be the guestspeaker on Wednesday (June25) night at SAVE’s 51st AnnualMeeting & Dinner at Polcari’sRestaurant in Saugus.He plans to address the groupon new initiatives and futureplans at the CHaRM Center.Highlights of this week’s interviewfollow.Q: How many hours a weekdo you work as the town’s Directorof Solid Waste & Recycling?A:Twenty-three hours aweek. That’s the most I canwork, as somebody whoworked for the state and retired.Q:How many employeeswork in the Solid Waste/RecyclingDepartment?A: There are three employeesin the department. BryanMoschella, who started lastJuly, works full-time as thesolid waste and recycling coordinator.Ron St. Cyr works19 hours part-time a week.Dr. 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 ~BeforeAfterWindow Glass & Screen Repair

Page 4THE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FriDAy, JUnE 21, 2024~ The Old Sachem ~Johnny VanderMeer’s pitching featBy Bill StewartYou probably neverheard of Johnny VanderMeer, but you shouldhave. He is the only majorleaguer to throw consecutiveno-hitters. He was bornin Prospect Park, New Jersey,on November 2, 1914, and hisfamily moved to Midland Park,N.J., when he was 18.He was signed by the BrooklynDodgers as an amateurfree agent in 1933 and assignedto the Dayton Ducks.50GerryD’AmbrosioAttorney-at-LawIs Your Estate in Order?Do you have an update Will, HealthCare Proxy or Power of Attorney?If Not, Please Call for a Free Consultation.14 Proctor Avenue, Revere(781) 284-5657His contract was then sold tothe Boston Bees, the BostonNational League team. TheBees sent him to their minorleague team, Scranton Minersof the New York-PennsylvaniaLeague. He didn’t do wellthere and was traded to theCincinnati Reds’ minor leagueteam, the Nashville Volunteers.Nashville sent him to theDurham Bulls.The manager of the Bulls atthe time was Johnny Gooch,who was also the team’s catcher.Gooch was pretty astutewith young pitchers and heworked tirelessly to improveVander Meer. Johnny’s majorproblem was wildness andGooch set out to lower thenumbers.Vander Meer made his majorleague debut on April 22,1937. During the season hehad 3 wins and 4 losses andwas sent back to Syracuse formost of the season. He wasrecalled in September of thatyear and he had back-to-backno-hitters in 1938. On June 11he pitched against the BostonBees and got his first no-hitter.Four days later, he wentagainst the Brooklyn Dodgersin New York and duplicated hisprior effort, a second no-hitterin a row. It was the first nightgame ever played in EbbetsField, home of the Dodgers.This double no-hitter earnedhim the honor of being thestarting pitcher in the All-Stargame for the National League.He pitched three scoreless innings,allowing just one hit,and the Nationals went on towin 4-1. He finished the seasonwith a 15-10 record anda 3.12 earned run average. Heneeded hospitalization laterin the season – being treatedfor boils.He had a disappointing 1939season after a great rookie season.He was 5-9 in 1939 withan ERA of 4.67. As the 1940season got underway, he feltill during spring training thenlater suffered an injury, slippingon a wet mound, andthe Reds were not impressedwith his accuracy. He was sentdown to the Indianapolis Indians,where he had a record of6-4. Cincinnati brought himback up in September andhe had a 3 and 1 record thatincluded a 12-inning gameagainst the Phillies.The win got the Reds the NationalLeague Pennant. Pitchersbatted in this period, soVander Meer led off the 13thinning with a double. He advancedto third on a sacrificebunt, remained at thirdon a single, then scored thewinning run for the Reds. Hemade a single appearance inthe 1940 World Series againstthe Detroit Tigers in the fifthinning of game five with theReds trailing 7-0. He pitchedthree scoreless innings, butthe Reds lost 8-0. This was thesingular appearance of VanderMeer in a postseason game.He had a pretty good year in1941 where he won 16 gamesand lost 12. On June 6, 1941,he pitched against Philadelphiaand allowed a single hit.He later stated that it shouldhave been a no-hitter becausean error by the shortstop; EddieJuist picked up a grounderthen dropped it before tossingto first base.Vander Meer was an All-Starpitcher for the Nationals in1942 and again pitched threescoreless innings. He finishedthe season with a record of18-12. In 1943 his record was15-16 for the second-place“The Old Sachem,” Bill Stewart.(Courtesy photo to The SaugusAdvocate by Joanie Allbee)Reds, and he led the leaguefor the third consecutive timein strikeouts. He joined the USNavy on March 3rd, 1944 andwas stationed at the SampsonNaval Training Station in NewYork, where he played for theNavy baseball team.He returned to pitch for theReds in 1946, but was neveragain the great pitcherof earlier days. He was tradedto the Cubs in 1950 thenwas released. He was signedby the Cleveland Indians in1951 and released in June. Hethen spent some time in theminor leagues, but was neverthe great pitcher again. Heretired in 1951 and became aminor league manager for theReds for 10 seasons and retiredin 1962.We will probably never againsee a pitcher toss two no-hittersin a row, especially nowthat they only throw for fiveto seven innings. I think thatthey now throw at 95 mph andtheir arms suffer and they retireearly.(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.)ASKS | FROM PAGE 3see if there was anyone interestedin working for the departmentand getting themto apply for the jobs.Q: Please tell me a littlebit about how the SolidWaste/Recycling Departmentworks.A: Ron starts at 6:30 inthe morning, checking thetrucks to make sure they’reempty. There are four trucks:two for trash and two for recycling.Q:Why does he have tocheck the trucks?A: You want to make sureASKS | SEE PAGE 9

THE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FriDAy, JUnE 21, 2024Page 5Remembering SSgt Arthur DeFranzoSaugus veterans and family members of Saugus’ Medal of Honor recipient honor the fallen soldier 80 years later“What are the odds of thatBy Mark E. VoglerIt was like a family reunionfor the living relatives ofArmy Staff Sergeant ArthurFrederick DeFranzo lastMonday on the 80th anniversaryof his fatal, but heroicduty that earned him theMedal of Honor for losing hislife to save his men. Seven relativesfrom Saugus, a neighboringcommunity and southernNew Hampshire gatheredin the VFW Post 2346 Hallnamed in DeFranzo’s honor aftera 15-minute ceremony recountingthe soldier’s role inthe D-Day Invasion and howhe sacrifi ced his life on the battlefield to save the lives of hisfellow soldiers.Most of the relatives werethe children of DeFranzo’s siblings.As they sat at a table inthe VFW Hall having pastriesand donuts to go with coffeeor other drinks, a photo ofthe fallen family member theynever knew was set on the table.Some of them told storiesthey had heard over the yearsabout Sgt. DeFranzo.“Growing up, I heard the storya lot about how he was capkindof thing happening? I REMEMBERING | SEE PAGE 118 Norwood St.Everett(617) 387-9810Open Tues. - Sat.at 4:00 PMClosed Sun. & Mon.Announcing our Classic SpecialsDine In Only:* FREE Salad with purchase ofEntree, Tuesdays & Wednesdays* Cheese Pizza - Only $10A SAUGUS WAR HERO: a photo of Army Staff Sergent ArthurFrederick DeFranzo that graced the cover of a scrapbook ofnews clippings detailing the life, death and heroics of thetown’s only Medal of Honor recipient. (Courtesy of the DeFranzofamily)tured in North Africa and escapedand the guy that foundArthur was a Saugus residentwho brought him back andcleaned him,” recalled SeanWalsh, 26, of Atkinson, N.H.Catch ALL TheLive SportsAction On OurLarge ScreenTV’sScan & Follow Us on Facebook!www.810bargrille.comSABATINO/MASTROCOLAINSURANCE AGENCY519 BROADWAYEVERETT, MA 02149Auto * Home * Boat *Renter * Condo * Life* Multi-Policy Discounts * Commercial 10% Discounts* Registry Service Also AvailableSabatino Insurance is proud to welcomethe loyal customers ofALWAYS READY TO SERVE YOU: Our Staff are, Emma Davidson, Jeimy Sanchez,Josephine Leone, Marie D’Amore, Rocco Longo, Z’andre Lopez, Anthony DiPierro,Darius Goudreau, Laurette Murphy, Danielle Goudreau and Tina Davidson.PHONE: (617) 387-7466FAX: (617) 381-9186Visit us online at: WWW.SABATINO-INS.COM

Page 6THE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FriDAy, JUnE 21, 2024Northeast Metro Tech celebrates graduation of Class of 2024Superintendent DavidDiBarri was proud toshare that NortheastMetro Tech celebrated thegraduation of 292 studentsthis year. In a ceremony heldon Friday, June 7, at MelroseHigh School, Northeast MetroTech bid congratulations andgoodbye to students from theClass of 2024, several of whomspoke during graduation ceremonies.“Aswe stand on the brink ofthe next chapter of our lives,I am fi lled with hope and anticipation,”said ValedictorianAmanda Andrade Ferreira, ofMalden. “We are ready to facethe future, armed with the lessonswe’ve learned and thestrength we’ve gained fromour experiences. We haveproven that we can adapt,persevere, and thrive, no matterthe obstacles.”Principal Carla A. Scuzzarellanoted that this graduatingclass started their high schoolcareers amid the COVID-19pandemic and the challengesit presented, and that theyrose above those challengesto thrive at Northeast MetNeeda 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) 249-7882Dan - 1972We’re Open on Father’s Day!MAJOR BRANDS AT DISCOUNT PRICES!Singles * Tins * Bundles * Boxes* Travel Humidors * Desk Top Humidors * Many Types of Lighters * Ash Trays * Juuls * Vapes* Glass Pipes * Rewards Program * CBD Infused Products * GIFTS UNDER $30 - GIFT CERTIFICATESCONGRATULATIONS TO OUR BOSTON CELTICS!Join Our FREE Rewards Program & SAVE Even More!NEW HOURS: OPEN MON. - SAT., 9 AM - 7 PM / SUN., 9 AM - 6 PMHumidorSpecials!Starting asLOW as $99.Complete withAccessoriesR.Y.O.TOBACCO&TUBESON SALE!Green LabelCigar Sale!Buy 2 Cigars,Get OneFREE!A.B.C. CIGAR170 REVERE ST., REVERE(781) 289-4959Rain fell though the sunshine at the Northeast Metro TechClass of 2024’s graduation ceremony. (Courtesy Northeast MetroTech)The Class of 2024’s class offi cers stand before their classmates. Pictured from left to right areClass President Kerryn Jean, of Melrose, Promotions Offi cer Kerry Jean, of Melrose, Vice PresidentDillon Veader, of North Reading, Treasurer Aina Saharan, of Malden, Secretary NicholasBoissonnault, of Revere, and Samantha Jackson, of Saugus, who is Junior Class President.(Courtesy Northeast Metro Tech)ro Tech. “Like the classes justahead of you, you are thedefi nition of the word ‘resilient.’You navigated throughremote learning, virtual shopclasses, and Zoom fatiguewith steady determination.You found ways to connectwith each other, even whenphysically apart. And throughit all, you demonstrated an extraordinarycapacity to careCelebrating Our 52nd YearChris 2024for one another, to supportyour classmates and to staypositive,” Scuzzarella said.“You helped bring the ‘normal’back into our school.”Class President Kerryn Jean,of Melrose, told her fellowgraduates that it’s okay ifsome of them are still searchingfor direction, and encouragedstudents to be themselvesas they head into theworld. “As we stand on theroad of adulthood, it’s naturalto feel a mix of excitementand uncertainty about the future.Some of us may have ourpaths mapped out, while othersare still searching for direction.And that’s okay. Life is ajourney, not a destination, andit’s perfectly normal to feelunsure at times. What mattersmost is that we stay trueto ourselves, hold fast to ourdreams, and never lose sightof the unique path that liesahead,” said Jean.“Reflecting on our highschool years, it’s hard to believehow much we’ve grownsince those early days as freshmen.The challenges we faced,particularly with the onset ofthe COVID-19 pandemic, testedour resilience and adaptability.Yet, through it all, weGRADUATION | SEE PAGE 12A double rainbow appeared over graduates during the ceremony.(Courtesy Northeast Metro Tech)

THE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FriDAy, JUnE 21, 2024Page 7Boston Arts Academy Foundation names Sauguswoman vice president of philanthropy(Editor’s Note: The BostonArts Academy Foundation recentlyissued the followingpress release.)The Boston Arts AcademyFoundation, a vital501 (c) (3) charitablenonprofit organization,announced today thatAmy Malkemes will be joiningthe foundation as theVice President of Philanthropy.The BAAF raises criticalfunds for Boston’s only publichigh school for the visualand performing arts. Inher role, Malkemes will overseedonor relations and drivephilanthropic revenue whilepromoting the BAAF’s missionand the success of BostonArts Academy students.“I firmly believe that accessto a quality education isa true game-changer in one’slife,” said Malkemes. “I havehad the privilege of experiencingfirsthand the transformationalimpact of a BostonArts Academy education,as my niece Cady Malkemesgraduated as salutatorian ofher class in 2021,” she said.“Having this professionalopportunity to join the BostonArts Academy Foundationas their new Vice Presidentof Philanthropy is trulyan honor. I look forward toraising the necessary fundsto provide Boston’s best andbrightest youth with accessto a high-quality arts-intensiveeducation,” she said.“As a proud alum of BostonArts Academy, I am thrilledfor my aunt to join the teamthat made my education atthe school possible,” saidCady Malkemes. “The freefi ne arts education and creativeacademic space I hadaccess to at the school profoundlyinfl uenced me intothe person I am today. I amdeeply honored to know thatmy aunt will now work to providethis unique access possiblefor future students!”Amy Malkemes comes tothe Boston Arts AcademyFoundation with over 20years of experience in fundraising,including Directorof Development roles at theBlack Ministerial Allianceof Greater Boston, the UrPHILANTHROPY| SEE PAGE 12RON’S OILCallForPRICEAmy Malkemes joins the nonprofi t organization with morethan 20 years of experience in fundraising. (Courtesy photo toThe Saugus Advocate)MELROSE, MA02176NEWCUSTOMER’SWELCOMEACCEPTING VISA, MASTERCARD & DISCOVER(781) 397-1930 OR (781) 662-8884100 GALLON MINIMUM

Page 8THE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FriDAy, JUnE 21, 2024Read, Renew, Repeat!Saugus Public Library launches its Kids 2024 Summer reading Program(Editor’s Note: The SaugusPublic Library recently issuedthe following press release.)As the school year windsdown, the Saugus PublicLibrary is windingup. If you’re looking for fun, educationalactivities, and summerprogramming to supportyour kids’ learning, stop bythe Saugus Public Library. Thissummer, the Library presents“Read, Renew, Repeat!” the2024 Summer Reading program.Activities include literacysupport, storytimes, discountedmuseum passes, Massachusettspark passes, andtake & make crafts.Families are encouraged toregister their kids for the conservation-themedprogram usingthe Beanstack app. It’s easy- just download the Beanstackapp, register under the SaugusPublic Library, and you’re onyour way. For more information,or to register in person,stop by the Children’s Roomat the library or visit the Kid’sSummer Reading page on ourwebsite. The Saugus PublicROOTS | FROM PAGE 2Michael and Robert are SaugusHigh graduates and coachat the school.Dr. Scuzzarella has a Bachelorof Arts in History fromSalem State College, a Master’sin School AdministrationSchools recommend that studentsread at least 20 minutesa day this summer.The program is open toyoung people, preschoolthrough 6th grade. We’ll havetheir favorite titles, plus freeebooks, audio books, comics,magazines & music you candownload using the hooplaand libby digital collections.Did we mention prizes?We’ve once again partneredwith local businesses to rewardsummer reading. Many thanksto those businesses who havegenerously donated!We’ll have a full prize cartplus free books to give away.In addition, we’ll run drawingsfor ice cream, donuts, cookies,pizza, roller skating, bowling,mini golf, sports merch, andgrand prize drawings for ticketsto Canobie Lake Park andthe North Shore Music Theater’sproduction of Beautyand the Beast - and more!In addition, there will bespecial visits by Wildlife Encounters,Vinny the BubbleGuy, the Saugus Fire & PoliceDepartments, Star Wars charfromSalem State College anda Master’s in Political Scienceand a Doctorate in Educationfrom Boston College.Last fall she was named theSaugus-Everett Elks Club Educatorof the Year. “It is especiallymeaningful to me asa Saugonian to be acknowlANNOUNCEMENTSummerReading Program graphicacters, Toe Jam Puppet Band,plus bubble, magic, and puppetshows. Check out the Library’sonline event calendarfor up-to-date information.The library is here to helpfamilies create a summerreading routine that is fun forkids and their families. Turnoff the media before bedtime,sit with a child, share a book,or read alongside them. Askedged by the Saugus-EverettElks Club, and I am happy myboys were there to share theevening with me,” Dr. Scuzzarellasaid last year.School Committee MemberRyan Fisher predicted the hiringof Dr. Scuzzarella would bea huge benefi t to the schooldistrict and lead to the bettermentof education at the highschool. “She’s a lifelong educatorand SPS is very muchwhere she wants to be,” Fishertold The Saugus Advocate.“She’s very much results orientedand I’m looking forwardto the positive impact she’llbring in the year ahead,” Fishersaid. “She’s a lifelong Saugusresident, very active inlocal government on TownMeeting; she knows everyonein town and they know her.”Micu introduced as associREVEREAMERICAN LEGION POST #61Is reopening soon!We are happy to announce that wehave begun taking reservations forour function hall at 249 Broadway,Revere for events after May 20, 2024For information, please call781-284-9511Leave your name and telephonenumber.ate middle school principalThis month’s communitynewsletter from Saugus PublicSchools also introducedDavid Micu as the new AssociatePrincipal of the SaugusMiddle School.He joined the Saugus MiddleHigh School communitythis past school year (23/24)as the Middle School AssistantPrincipal. Micu has priorexperience as a middle schoolmath teacher, Dean of Students(K-12) and high schoolthem questions, but above all,make it fun!Research shows that childrenwho read during thesummer months maintainliteracy skills that they’veworked hard to build duringthe school year.According to Reading Rockets.org,research with 116 fi rst,second, and third graders in aschool in a middle class neighborhoodfound the decodingskills of nearly 45% of the participantsand the fl uency of25% declined between Mayand September.So, stay smart!Have fun!Stop by the library to registerfor summer reading, or tofi nd a just-right book for yourchild. It’s all free, all summerat the Saugus Public Library!HEADED BACK TO SAUGUS HIGH: Saugus native Carla Scuzzarellalooks forward to a new job as Associate Principalat Saugus High School. (Courtesy photo of Saugus Public Schools)assistant principal in variousMassachusetts public schools,according to the newsletter.Micu holds a Bachelor of Sciencein Business Administrationfrom Western New EnROOTS| SEE PAGE 12

THE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FriDAy, JUnE 21, 2024Page 9Essex County Habitat for Humanitybuilding affordable homes in HaverhillApplications now available for this homeownership opportunity!Essex County Habitatfor Humanity ispleased to announcethat applications are availablefor an affordable homeownershipopportunity inHaverhill. At 41-43 CurtisSt., a duplex condominiumwill be built to includetwo three-bedroom homeson the property at the endof the dead-end street. Thesale price of each will be$245,000 or less.The application deadlineis Friday, August 16, 2024.Eligible applicants will haveincomes up to 60% of areamedian income, which isadjusted for family size, andthey will be chosen by a lotterysystem. Families interestedin submitting an applicationare invited to attendone of the followinginformation sessions toASKS | FROM PAGE 4the trucks are empty so thetown doesn’t wind up payingfor tonnage before theystart the residential routes.When I got this job, I was toldto make sure I checked thetrucks in the morning beforethey started.Q: Who owns the trucks?A: The four trucks areowned by Republic. Theybought out JRM, who servedthe town for many years. Republicbought them out inthe fall of 2022. The meetingplace for Ron is 6:30 in theDunkin’ Donuts on HamiltonStreet at 6:30 in the morning,Monday through Friday, andlearn more: Thursday, July18, at 6 p.m., in person atHaverhill Public Library,Johnson Auditorium, 99Main St., Haverhill, Mass., orSaturday, July 20, at 10 a.m.remotely via Teams Meeting(link will be emailed).During the informationsession, potential applicantswill learn about Habitat’s selectioncriteria and how toprepare a complete application.The selection criteriainclude housing need,ability to make mortgagepayments of $1,500-$2,100/month and willingness topartner with Habitat, suchas participating in the constructionof the home andother Habitat projects.All Habitat-built homesare restricted to income-eligiblebuyers in perpetuity.To learn more and to registhetrucks start their routesat 7 a.m.Q: What happens if Ronfinds stuff in the trucks?A: If they have stuff in them– very rarely does it happen– if there is, WIN WasteManagement is open, andthey can go down there anddump. But I don’t recall thathappening.Q: What’s the biggest challenge?A:The biggest challenge isto make sure the trash andrecycling on a given day ispicked up. You don’t wantany missed residents. Youmake sure that they do theirroutes and complete them.If residents complain thattheir trash and recycling waster for an information session,visit: www.essexcountyhabitat.org/opportunities-haverhill/AboutEssex County Habitatfor Humanity: This isthe local affiliate of Habitatfor Humanity International,the largest nonprofithomebuilder in the world.Essex County Habitat buildsdecent, safe and affordablehomes in partnershipwith the families who needthem. Each partner familyworks at least 240 sweatequity hours alongside volunteersto build their homeand then carries an affordable30-year mortgage. Tohelp fund their work, EssexCounty Habitat operatesa ReStore (located inLawrence) where they sellquality new and previouslyowned furniture, applimissed,Bryan will get thecall and will make sure thatwe know that a resident wasmissed. Republic does itsbest to get somebody overthere to pick it up so it won’tbe out there for days.We’ve had challengingdays when trucks breakdown. That means the routewon’t get finished, and it justthrows the whole week outof sync.Q: How many complaintsdoes your office field?Architectural Renderingances, building materialsand home goods at greatlyreduced prices. To donate,A: We keep track of them.We average 225 a monthfor complaints. That couldbe trash or recycling. We’retalking about trash and recycling.Nobody cares about ituntil there’s a problem. Whenit’s a problem, it’s on the topof everybody’s list. When Ifirst stepped in the office, onthe first day there were 166voicemails waiting.When somebody calls, wecall them back. The residentsare very happy when we getJ&• Reliable Mowing Service• Spring & Fall Cleanups• Mulch & Edging• Sod or Seed Lawns• Shrub Planting & Trimming• Water & Sewer RepairsGrant money enabled Saugus Solid Waste & Recycling DirectorScott Brazis to get this gate installed at the entranceto the CHaRM Center last October. (Saugus Advocate photo byMark E. Vogler).Joe Pierotti, Jr.volunteer or learn more,please visit EssexCountyHabitat.orgbackto them. If you call theoffice, you are going to geta returned call. 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Page 10THE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FriDAy, JUnE 21, 2024ASKS | FROM PAGE 9were going into our trashtonnage. The residents arepaying for their trash to betaken – not businesses’ trash.Businesses can hire any disposalcompany they wouldlike. They could hire Republicto get their dumpster. Butthey have to pay for it.We pay Republic to pick upand haul the trash for us. Andwe pay the tipping fee forWIN. Those are the two bigbills that come out of trashand recycling.We have one year left onour contract with Republic,which expires on June 30,2025. Saugus has a manual,not automated system. Republichas hinted that they’dlike to go the automatedroute. But the three barrelsper single family home is inthe bylaw that would have tobe changed.Q: What was the goal whenyou began as director of solidwaste and recycling?A: The foundation washere. My goal was to seeif we could find people tofill the office and give theresidents the services theydeserve. That was accomplished,thanks to the managerand everybody in towngovernment who helped us.We streamlined some thingsto make the department betterfor the residents. We’rehere to offer a service to theresidents, and I’d like to see itrun as smoothly as possible.Q: Have the complaintsgone down since you beganwork?A: I’m glad to say theyhave. It takes a lot of peopleto help the departmentbe successful, from the townmanager and his staff to theDPW director and his staff– even women who answerthe phone in the office. Everybodyhas helped. It’s nota department where youthink you can do everythingon your own.Q: What are some of thethings you’ve done to makethe department more effective?A:We’ve had a problem onEastern Avenue. It was notoriousfor large amounts of illegaldumping. With grantmoney, we put two solarcameras down there. If peopledo illegal dumping downthere, we’re going to be ableto tell who. We’ve got anothercamera at one of thetown’s buildings.Q: What are some of theother issues you are dealingwith?A: We have a dumpster atthe CHaRM Center [Centerfor Hard to Recycle Materials]This trash dumpster at the CHaRM Center stores illegallydumped mattresses picked up by the town. Grant moneypaid for it and the protective cover on top. (Saugus Advocatephoto by Mark E. Vogler)A pile of tires that sets near a dumpster containing hardplastic are among the materials being recycled at the Centerfor Hard to Recycle Materials (CHaRM). (Saugus Advocatephoto by Mark E. Vogler)Receptacles holding paper and cardboard, computers, console TV’s and flat screen TVsand computer monitors are popular stops for town residents visiting the CHaRM Centerbehind the Department of Public Works Building at 515 Main St. (Saugus Advocate photo byMark E. Vogler)where we have to put illegallydumped mattresses. That’san additional cost right now.Q: How many illegallydumped mattresses are wetalking about?A: In a year’s time, it’s upwardsof 70 – the mattressesare at least $50 to disposeof. Before November 1, 2022,the town would pick themup. But the state law wentinto effect that bans mattressesfrom disposal in thetrash. We’ve had to tag 106mattresses that were left fortrash pickup.The town has offered thenames of five businessesthat take away mattresses.We give people five namesand let them make the bestdeal. Since last August, we’vebeen tagging illegal mattressesleft in the trash. Withspray paint, we put a numberon it. If that mattresswinds up someplace elsein town, we know whereit came from. The fact wedon’t take mattresses anymorehas to do with state lawand has nothing to do withthe town. The cheapest andeasiest way to get rid of amattress is to pay $25 to getyour old mattress taken awaywhen you have the new onebrought into the house.If the state thought aboutit before they put the newlaw into effect, they shouldhave put seven receivingstations for mattresses strategicallyplaced around thestate. I think that would havebeen a good idea.Q: What’s the best indicatorthat recycling is workingin Saugus?A: If the tonnage goes up;that’s something we’ve beguntracking. In the calendaryear 2023, the town reportedcollecting 1,633 tons of recyclingmaterial. If it’s over thatwhen we add up the numbersfor 2024, we can say thatthe residents are doing a betterjob of recycling.Q: What are some of theother improvements you’remaking?A: There used to be a Jerseybarrier with a chain anda padlock at the entranceto the CHaRM Center. Withgrant money, we boughta gate and we put signageup there. The gate went uplast October. We put speedbumps in the CHaRM Center.And we bought coneswith grant money. The chainhad been there 30 years, I’mtold. It looks better now andit looks more professional.I guess we didn’t want thedump to look like a dump.Q: What’s with the slogan“Trash Never Sleeps,” whichis printed on the back of yourt-shirt and also on the front?A: That was my idea. Everythingelse has been a teameffort. Neil Young once wrotea song “Rust Never Sleeps.”After being on the job a fewmonths, I said to myself, “Youknow something, I guess thetrash never sleeps. It’s alwaysgoing to be there. Trash nevertakes a day off. I’m in theprocess of getting it trademarked.Q:How many people havethese t-shirts like the oneyou’re wearing?A: Everyone in my department,all of the DPW workersand the women whowork in the office. Anybodywho works for the town andhas a reason to be up in theCHaRM Center or has anyEarlyin his time as Directorof Solid Waste & Recycling,Scott Brazis coined thephrase “Trash Never Sleeps”and put it on t-shirts that arenow worn by any town employeesinvolved with theCHaRM Center. (Saugus Advocatephoto by Mark E. Vogler)thing to do with trash or recyclinghas one.All it does is make us all visibleand lets people knowwe’re up there if they needsome help or have a complaint.I must say that 99percent of the people whocome up here appreciate itand like it to its fullest. Let’sface it, we’re out there in thecommunity. When you’re atsomebody’s house taggingthe trash or putting a noticein the mailbox, residents arepretty much going to knowthat you work for the town.Q: Have you had any dealingswith WIN Waste Innovations?A:My only dealings withWIN had to do with Republic’sconcerns about havingto wait in line to dropoff trash at the incinerator.So, we did a study on itand found out that Republictrucks were waiting an averageof 57 minutes. I wasthere one day and truckswere waiting for two hours.ASKS | SEE PAGE 13

THE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FriDAy, JUnE 21, 2024Page 11Fans salute Celtics, Banner 18 at championship parade todaynew England native, Celtics coach Joe Mazzulla uses his religious values to lead team to the nBA titleBy Joe McConnellAfter a five-year droughtbetween championshipparades, Boston’siconic duck boats are beingrolled out today (June 21)to escort the Boston Celticsaround the city for Bostonsports fans to cheer them ononce again after they securedBanner 18 Monday night, June17, at the TD Garden. Theyended up defeating the DallasMavericks going away, 10688to win the 2024 NBA Finalsfour games to one.Led by Jaylen Brown, theNBA Finals MVP, and JasonTatum, the Celtics havejumped over the Los AngelesLakers, their longtime rivals,in championship banners, 1817after the Game 5 win overfifth-seeded Dallas, the westernconference champs.There’s also a local elementto this championship storythat makes it more compellingin the eyes of the partisanBoston fan.Second-year Celtics coachJoe Mazzulla was born inJohnston, R.I. on June 30,1988. He attended BishopHendricken High School, aninstitution noted for its excellencein sports for decades inthe Ocean State. Mazzulla wasan integral player on three ofits state championship boysbasketball teams, includinghitting a last-second shot tosecure the third title in his seniorcampaign.Mazzulla went on to play forthe West Virginia Mountaineers,where as a freshman in2007, he helped the team winREMEMBERING| FROMPAGE 5do like the fact that somebodyyou grew up with findsyou in the middle of nowhereand helps you out,” Walsh said.One of the relatives wasnamed Arthur DeFranzo. “Myfather was Arthur’s brotherRaymond. I was the first bornafter my uncle’s death,” DeFranzosaid.“I was born on Sept. 29,1946, and I’m a 1964 SaugusHigh graduate. I heard storiesthat when he was in HighSchool, that he was a toughguy and that nobody messedwith him,” he said.Staff Sgt. DeFranzo’s nieceLinda Call, of Saugus, said heruncle was probably about5-foot-three and weighedclose to 130 pounds. “He was athe National Invitation Tournament(NIT). The Mountaineersmade the NCAA Tournamentin 2008, and wereable to upset Duke in a second-roundgame. Mazzullawas credited with 13 points,11 rebounds and 8 assists tohelp lead his teammates pastthe Blue Devils. He then suffereda shoulder injury the followingyear. But as a redshirtjunior, Mazzulla led the Mountaineersto the 2010 NCAA FinalFour as one of the team’scaptains. However, they lost toeventual champion Duke in asemifinal game. Prior to thatcontest in the Elite 8 gameagainst Kentucky, Mazzullascored a then-career-high 17points to help his teammatespull off the upset. As a senior,Mazzulla averaged 7.7 pointsand 3.8 rebounds per game.Throughout his collegiate career,he had 700 points and340 assists.Mazzulla started his coachingcareer at Glenville Stateas an assistant in 2011. Twoyears later, he became an assistantat Fairmont State, beforebecoming an assistant forthe Maine Red Claws, the CelticsG League team during the2016-17 season. He returnedto Fairmont State to become itshead coach in 2017, before returningto the Celtics organizationin 2019 as one of the NBA’steam’s assistant coaches. Hewas promoted to head coachfor the 2022-23 season, takingover for Ime Udoka. One yearlater, he guided the team to theorganization’s 18th championship,the youngest coach everto win an NBA title in the hislittleguy, but brave, and peoplesaid he felt invincible andnever believed he was goingto die,” Call said.“My father said he used togo down to the railroad tracksto collect coal from the trains,”she said.Call said her favorite storycame from a letter that StaffSgt. DeFranzo wrote to hissister, who was Call’s mom,Mary. “I was going throughmy mother’s stuff and foundthe flowers all dried up in aletter. Arthur sent them fromEngland before he went toNormandy for the D-Day invasion,”Call said.“I took the flowers with melast year and left them in Normandy,”she said.Call, her niece Colby andgreat-niece Claire went on aREMEMBERING | SEE PAGE 12Relatives of Army Staff Sergeant Arthur Frederick DeFranzo stand in front of the Medal of HonorMonument across the street from the VFW Post 2346 Hall named in his honor. From left toright are Gary Walsh, of Wilmington; Sean Walsh, of Atkinson, N.H.; Arthur DeFranzo, of Hampstead,N.H.; Marilyn Felice, of Saugus; Linda Call, of Saugus; Joanne Olsen, of East Hampstead;and Jane Himaras, of Saugus. (Saugus Advocate photo by Mark E. Vogler)While doing his postgame media obligations Monday night following the victory over Dallasthat clinched the organization’s 18th championship, Boston Celtics second-year headcoach Joe Mazzulla proudly proclaims his love for God on his shirt, a sentiment that hehas also passed along to his team. (Courtesy photo/X)tory of the league, beating outformer Celtics player-coachand legendary Hall of FamerBill Russell by months.But what struck many fansthroughout this year’s playoffrun was Mazzulla’s referencesto his faith in God during postgamepress conferences. Afterthe Celtics won the championshipon Monday night, hewas seen wearing a shirt withthe words “BUT FIRST…LET METHANK GOD” on it.As a devout Roman Catholic,he’d recite the rosaryhours before home games,while walking around the fabledparquet court at the TDGarden with rosary beads hiswife, Camai Roberson Mazzulla,made for him out of remnantsfrom the original Celticsfloor. His players to a manbought into his ideals, oftenciting God during their postgamemedia obligations afterMonday’s game.Mazzulla uses his religiousvalues to establish in somecases his coaching strategy.His message is simple: Greatleadership is centered aroundhumility and selflessness, andhe believes his players reflectthat philosophy. He recentlysaid: “You see it right in frontof your face, and you see agroup of guys doing it, andit doesn’t get the appreciationand the recognition thatit deserves.”In this day and age, wheremany shy away from publiclyprofessing their religiousbeliefs, Joe Mazzulla is notafraid to follow the word ofGod. Through his lifestyle, hehas become a championshipcoach in the long and storiedhistory of the Boston Celtics.But he has also proven thathe’s more importantly a winneroff the court.

Page 12THE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FriDAy, JUnE 21, 2024REMEMBERING| FROMPAGE 11special trip to France last year.There, they met a war reenactorwho took them on a tourto the place where DeFranzofell on June 10, 1944, in Vaubadon.Call said she also wentto the beach where her unclelanded “in the second wavebetween 11 o’clock and Noon”and she threw the rose petalsthat he had picked up in Englandbefore the Normandylandings.The relatives broke outsome scrapbooks with oldnews clips, which continuesevery time there’s a familyfunction that focuses on StaffSgt. DeFranzo. “All of us wereborn years before he died, andwe’re learning more abouthim as the years go by andwe’re trying to keep his legacyalive,” Call said.“His memory is alive in therest of us. He has brought thisfamily back together,” she said.Call called DeFranzo “a veryfamily-oriented man who wasvery dedicated to his familyand devoted to his mother.”“He was having $60 of hispaycheck sent to his motherGRADUATION| FROMPAGE 6remained united, eager to explorethe mysteries of highschool life and create lastingmemories together.”Salutatorian Muhammad Fazeel,of Winthrop, told classmatesthat despite havingdifferent paths through highschool, each graduate shareda common goal of excellence.“Standing before you todayfills me with immense prideand gratitude. We are here tocelebrate a significant milestonein our lives, the culminationof four years of hardwork and dedication. Each ofus has traveled a unique paththrough this school, pursuingdifferent shops and pathways.Yet today, we stand united,side by side, in the same field,”said Fazeel.“Throughout high school,we had the opportunity to explorevarious careers – from roboticsto plumbing, electricalto cosmetology, business techto health assisting, and manymore. Despite the diversity ofour trades, we shared a commongoal: to excel in our chosenfields and prepare for thefuture. This shared ambitioncreated a sense of unity amongus, showcasing the breadth ofour collective achievementsand bridging the gaps betweenour various shops.”every month. He was a compassionateperson. His fatherdied two years before Arthurdied. So, everything revolvedaround his mother.” DeFranzohad four brothers and sixsisters.He was a 1938 graduateof Saugus High School. Twoyears later, he became the firstman in Saugus to volunteerfor military service, accordingto a May 28, 1995, column inThe Boston Globe by JeremiahV. Murphy that was includedin the scrapbook. At age25, DeFranzo was also the firstSaugus man killed during theD-Day invasion.“It was Arthur DeFranzo andmen like him that enabled theallies to win World War II andpreserve our freedom,” Murphywrote in his column. “Sothe years have gone by andthe memories have becomemisty. We should never forgetArthur DeFranzo and themen like him who served sovaliantly.”DeFranzo was in the 100thAmerican Infantry Division inthe 18th Infantry Regiment of“The Big Red One.” He receivedthe Silver Star because of hisbravery during the liberationof Mandeville-en-Bessin. HePHILANTHROPY |FROM PAGE 7ban League of Eastern Massachusetts,and Lena ParkCommunity DevelopmentCorporation. Most recently,she served as the Directorof Advancement at CathedralHigh School in theSouth End; Amy providedleadership to a team of developmentprofessionals,raising $2.8 million annually.During her time at Cathedral,she provided vital supportand oversight to Cathedral’ssuccessful $60 millionCathedral Now, CathedralForever campaign, ensuringA gathering of relatives of Arthur DeFranzo shared storiesabout him last Monday on the 80th anniversary of June 10,1944, when he died for his country. (Saugus Advocate photo byMark E. Vogler)lost his life in the fields behindChateau de Vaubadon.The Citation for the Medalof Honor he received posthumouslytells the story of hisgallant sacrifice:“For conspicuous gallantryand intrepidity at the riskof his life, above and beyondthe call of duty, on 10 June1944, near Vaubadon, France.As scouts were advancingacross an open field, the enemysuddenly opened fire withseveral machineguns and hitthat the school will remainopen for the next 100 years.“I am incredibly excited forAmy to join our team,” saidDenella Clark, President andCEO of the Boston Arts AcademyFoundation. “I am confidenther extensive experiencewith diverse organizationsand proven track recordfor successful fundraisingwill help us reach ourgoals to create the best opportunitiesfor our deservingstudents at the Boston ArtsAcademy,” Clark said.Amy is a Massachusettsnative of Raynham and currentlyresides in Saugus. Shereceived her bachelor’s degreeat Gordon College, ma1of the men. S/Sgt. DeFranzocourageously moved outin the open to the aid of thewounded scout and was himselfwounded but brought theman to safety. Refusing aid, S/Sgt. DeFranzo reentered theopen field and led the advanceupon the enemy. Therewere always at least 2 machinegunsbringing unrelentingfire upon him, but S/Sgt.DeFranzo kept going forward,firing into the enemy and 1 by1 the enemy emplacementsjoring in Social Work, andtwo master’s degrees fromBryn Mawr College, includinga Master’s in Law andSocial Policy and a Master’sin Social Service. When Amyis not raising funds for Boston’syouth, she is an activemember of Calvary ChristianChurch and Good Hope Inc.in Lynnfield, MA. In her sparetime, she enjoys watchingboth the Boston Celtics andNew England Patriots, andin the summer, you may seeher out with her husband ontheir Harley-Davidson.About the Boston ArtsAcademy Foundation: TheBoston Arts Academy Foundation,an independentbecame silent. While advancinghe was again wounded,but continued on until he waswithin 100 yards of the enemyposition and even as he fell, hekept firing his rifle and wavinghis men forward. Whenhis company came up behindhim, S/Sgt. DeFranzo, despitehis many severe wounds, suddenlyraised himself and oncemore moved forward in thelead of his men until he wasagain hit by enemy fire. In afinal gesture of indomitablecourage, he threw severalgrenades at the enemy machinegunposition and completelydestroyed the gun. Inthis action, S/Sgt. DeFranzolost his life, but by bearingthe brunt of the enemy firein leading the attack, he preventeda delay in the assaultwhich would have been ofconsiderable benefit to thefoe, and he made possiblehis company’s advance witha minimum of casualties.The extraordinary heroismand magnificent devotionto duty displayed by S/Sgt.DeFranzo was a great inspirationto all about him, andis in keeping with the highesttraditions of the armedforces.”501(c)(3) nonprofit organization,was established in1999 with a crucial mission.It exists to bridge the gapbetween the Boston ArtsAcademy’s allocation fromBoston Public Schools andthe true cost of a high-quality,arts-intensive, and collegepreparatory education.Each year, the foundation relieson the support of foundations,corporations, andindividual donors to ensurethe school can continue tooffer a comprehensive artsand academic education.Your support is instrumentalin shaping the future ofBoston’s young artists andperformers.ROOTS | FROM PAGE 8gland University and a Master of Educationin Educational Leadership/School Administrationfrom Cambridge College.“I am thrilled to be stepping into the roleNortheast Metro Tech Principal and Deputy Director Carla Scuzzarella isshown holding her Educator of the Year Award as she was flanked by hersons, Rob and Mike Scuzzarella, last fall. (Courtesy photo of Northeast Metro Tech)of Middle School Associate Principal for theupcoming school year. Having been a partof this incredible community as the MiddleSchool Assistant Principal this past year, Ilook forward to building on the many positivesteps we have taken to improve theoverall culture of the school and to continuecreating opportunities for student success,”Micu said. “I am committed to workingtirelessly alongside our dedicated staff,parents/guardians, and students to ensurethat Saugus Middle School continues to bea place of growth, learning, and inclusivity.”

THE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FriDAy, JUnE 21, 2024Page 13Fallen officer remembered 39 years laterTSeven area students receive Harold Vitale scholarship awardshe family of the lateSaugus Police OfficerHarold L. Vitaleobserved the 39th anniversaryof his death in the lineof duty with the awardingof seven scholarships in hismemory last Saturday (June15) at the Officer Vitale MemorialPark on Ballard Street.This year’s list of recipients:• Eric Bridges – Saugus, TheWinchendon School• Yasmina DeAngelis – Nahant,Pingree School• Luke Ellis – Revere, RevereHigh School• Casey Flynn – Lynnfield,Lynnfield High School• Anthony Forte – Peabody,Peabody High School• Matthew Lewis – Revere,St Mary’s High School• Isabella Morello – Ipswich,Essex North Shore Agricultural& Technical School“We are excited to be ableto host our annual scholarshipsawards ceremonyhosted near the anniversarydate of his ultimate sacrifice,June 18. The event allowsus an opportunity tomeet deserving studentsand their families,” said LesVitale, brother of the late officer.“For over 30 years we’vehosted the ceremony at theMemorial Park named afterHarold to honor his life andreflect on his years of serviceand sacrifice.”Dick Vitale said that “thecost of a secondary educationis soaring and continuesto be a challenge for studentsand their families furthercompounded by thingslike the Covid outbreak, astruggling economy, risinginterest rates and a shakystock market. By providingscholarships serves to covera small part of the student’soverall costs.”He went on to say, “Thisday provides us a greatsense of pride and allowsus to spend time at the Parknamed after Harold herein Saugus where HaroldASKS | FROM PAGE 10We’re the host community,so why can’t two Saugustrucks a day be able to circumventthe line? I’m askingthat Saugus trucks beallowed to circumvent theline. I would think that thehost community should geta little preference. If the inScholarshiprecipients, pictured from left to right: Anthony Forte, Eric Bridges, Luke Ellis, Yasmina DeAngelis, Casey Flynn,Isabella Morello. Missing from the photo was Matthew Lewis, who was competing in the MIAA State Baseball Tournament.(Courtesy photo)worked protecting the communityand where we experiencethe continued supportof Town officials, membersin public safety and enjoythe day with the Sauguscommunity.”Bob Vitale, a retired Transitpolice officer, went on tosay that “hosting this eventaround Father’s Day is greatand is the time of year whenfamilies typically make timeto celebrate milestones likeHigh School graduationsand the college acceptancedecisions.”He added, “On top of thatJune 14th is Flag Day andis Harold’s birthday, so it’sa special day for us thoughit’s hard to believe 38 yearshave passed and we’re stillhosting this event.”Niece and nephew VictoriaVitale-Bingham and herbrother Nicholas Vitale added,“Uncle Harold wouldhave turned 80 so it’s prettycool knowing we’ve beencinerator weren’t in Saugus,we wouldn’t present thisthing. I talked to the companyin February and hadanother conversation inApril. A company representativesaid they would getback to me. This is somethingthat would improvethe level of service. If theRepublic trucks were out ofthere in seven minutes, thathanding out these scholarshipsduring our entire adultlives for over 30 years now.Even though we grew upwithout having him aroundus, this Reception and ourAugust charity golf outingallowed us to get to knowhim and be part of turning atragedy into a sense of prideand lets us stop to recognizethe police officers like himfor their service to the community,”said Victoria.Nick Vitale added that“we’ve gotten to meet someof his retired co-workersover the years and hearsome great stories abouthim and we’ve even gottento know some of the currentmembers of the Departmentthat stop by every year topay their respects. They havea tough job so we’re proudto show our support and respectthem for walking theThin Blue Line every day.”Eileen Vitale, wife of thelate officer, remarked, “Junewould be 53 more minutesthat Republic trucks wouldbe out on the route collectingtrash. That would reallyhelp out because they’replaying a catchup game allweek. If a truck breaks downor spends an amount of timewaiting in line at the incinerator,that’s going to throwthe day off.Q: Anything else that you18th will always be a toughday for me to get through,but I love all that we do toremember Harold. The MemorialPark Reception, givingscholarships, and ourannual golf tournament aregood days for me. Our charitywork allows us to continuesupporting victim’s advocacyprograms of some greatorganizations that helpedme get through the difficulttimes like the Nationaland NE C.O.P.S. (NationalConcerns of Police Survivorsand N.E. C.O.P.S.) and theN.L.E.O.M.F. (National LawEnforcement OfficersMemorial Fund). They areamazing organizations whohelped us out back in 1985and we stay involved andgive back to them with oursupport to this day.”The Officer Vitale MemorialFund, Inc. is a 501(c)(3) organizationand was created in1992 some seven years afterOfficer Vitale’s death. Officerwould like to say?A: I really enjoy this job andfind it’s a lot of fun. I was a selectmanfor four and a halfyears. I really enjoyed that andfelt I could contribute to thetown. I feel like now I’m contributingagain to the town.What I feel is making solidwaste and recycling successfulis the effort of everyonein town who we’veVitale was killed in the lineof duty in the early morninghours of June 18, 1985, whileattempting to make an arrestwhen he was draggedover 1,000 feet to his death.Officer Vitale was 42 at thetime, married to his wife, Eileen,and lived in Ipswichwith three children: Paul, Michelleand JacLyn. Officer Vitale’sbadge #17 was retiredupon his death. The OfficerVitale Memorial Park wasconstructed by the Town ofSaugus in 1992 in his honor.The Memorial Fund AnnualGolf Tournament will beheld once again on the firstMonday in August at IpswichCountry Club – for the28th time.Information submitted byLes Vitale, President OfficerHarold L. Vitale MemorialFund, Inc. ℅ Conifer Hill Advisors,LLC, 99 Conifer Hill Dr.Suite 202 Danvers, MA 01923or visit on the web at www.vitalememorialfund.orgasked for help has givenus help. The women in theoffice – everyone helps – Idon’t want anybody to thinkthis is an individual effort.It’s a department. We’re athree-person department,but it takes a lot of peopleto make this departmentwork, and everybody whohas helped us has been gracious.

Page 14THE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FriDAy, JUnE 21, 2024Strawberry Festival raises nearly $1K for Historical SocietyBy Tara VocinoSaturday’s StrawberryFestival raised approximately$500 to $1,000to benefit the Saugus HistoricalSociety at the AmericanLegion.“June was the only time youcould grow strawberries,” HistoricalSociety President LauraEisener said. “It is one ofthe first fruits to ripen of theseason.”Eisener was dressed in abonnet, representing howSaugus was farmland in the1980s, which is when the HistoricalSociety first began theStrawberry Festival tradition.Besides the festival, the societyputs on six lectures a year,including spring programsthat honored Medal of Honorrecipient Arthur DeFranzo,who was the first casualty ofWorl War II in Saugus, and earlyindustrialist Edward Prankerwho built the mills on Centraland Elm Streets, which stillstand. The Garden Club is animportant addition to the festival,as they sold plants outsideon the lawn.Margie Berkowitch made astrawberry quilt, and Eisenerthanked the American Legionfor letting the HistoricalSociety use the buildingSaugus Historical SocietySecretary Joanie Allbee putwhipped cream on a sundae.for the day. Saugus HistoricalSociety Secretary Joanie Allbeesaid they had last minutenecessary cancelations thatwould have left a lot of triplemultitasking duties, and volunteerLinda Call stepped up,rolled up her sleeves, pitchedright in, cutting the strawberryshortcakes and the freshstrawberries. Also, volunteerKaren Rakinic showed up andserved strawberries with Allbeeuntil the end, doing anexcellent job at customer service.Sittingat a table were sistersLucia Beechwood, 7, andSaugus Garden Club, shown kneeling, from left to right: Maureen Murray, Sue Palombaand Debra Panetta; Standing: Kathleen Nadeau, Lorraine Wilton, Garden Club Co-PresidentLorraine DiMilla, Ruth Berg, Frances Rogers, Elizabeth Hunt, Helen Fahey, Lorraine D.,and Karen Speziale, sold plants outside of the American Legion during Saturday’s StrawberryFestival. (Advocate photos by Tara Vocino)Maya Beechwood, 5, with theirmother, Carolina Beechwood,who said it was the best shortcakethey ever had and they’dcome back for more. Toppingchoices were strawberries ormixed berries. “We’re alwaystrying to get involved with thecommunity,” Carolina Beechwoodsaid. “We’re always lookingfor family-friendly activitiesto enjoy together.”At another table was TonyaChadwick, who said she lovesher community and she’s beenattending the festival for atleast 20 years. “You get to seepeople who you don’t see ona regular basis,” said Chadwick,who saw her high school classmateChristopher Tarantinoat the event. “We are going tocheck out the jewelry vendorsafter we eat our shortcakes.”Chadwick stressed the importanceof attending the anHistoricalSociety President Laura Eisener (at right) and HistoricalSociety Secretary Joanie Allbee reminisced on whenSaugus was farmland in the 1980s.Dog Treat: Shown from left to right are Wendy, Nicholas,dog Chloe and Jason Swible enjoyed strawberry shortcake.nual event, because if peopledon’t go, it’ll go away, and thatwill be sad.One of many enjoying ashortcake was Wendy Swible,who said she likes to supportthe Historical Society. “It’sgood to know your neighbors,”Swible said. “How else do youknow your neighbors?” Shesaid the shortcakes and hotdogs were delicious.Their dog, Chloe, 11, who isa chihuahua and dachshund,enjoyed a scoop of whippedcream and a hot dog.Garden Club Treasurer RanSistersLucia Beechwood, 7, and Maya Beechwood, 5, withtheir mother, Carolina Beechwood, said it was the bestshortcake they ever had and they’d come back for more.dy-Sue Abber put a hot dogon a bun – donated by localbusinesses.Shown at left are Carrie DiChiara and Nathaniel Chadwick;at right are Brenda DiChiara and Tonya Chadwick, who saidSaugonians must attend the Strawberry Festival to continuethe tradition.

THE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FriDAy, JUnE 21, 2024Page 15The Sounds of SaugusBy Mark E. VoglerGood morning, SaugusSummer is officially underway,and that means parentswith school-age kids are goingto be looking for things todo for the days on which theydon’t have vacation activitiesplanned.For parents who are interestedin a wide variety of activitiesin a nice, cool environment– relief from the summer heatas well as a place to find thingsto do that are actually cool –check out the Saugus PublicLibrary. The Summer Readingprogram is already underway.There are also some events thatkids will find educational, engagingand entertaining.Parents who would like to gettheir kids outdoors can counton some fun activities and specialevents at two locations:• The Saugus Iron Works NationalHistoric Site at 244 CentralSt. Call 781-233-0050 orcheck out the website https://www.nps.gov/sair/index.htm.There are a lot of great natureand history programs offeredat the park during the summermonths.• Breakheart Reservation at177 Forest St. Call 781-2330834or check out the websitehttps://www.mass.gov/locations/breakheart-reservation.It’sa great way to get exerciseand enjoy nature and everythingthat makes the great outdoorsa wonderful place to beon a summer day.During my eight-plus yearsof covering Saugus for The SaugusAdvocate, I’ve run into alot of parents whose kids havenever been to either place.And that’s a shame – to haveany Saugus families unfamiliarwith two great natural resourceslike Breakheart Reservationand the Saugus Iron Works.There’s all sorts of free activitiesand opportunities awaitingSaugus kids this summerin the wilds of Saugus.Saugus celebrates the CelticsSomeavid Boston Celticsbasketball fan used the SaugusSoldiers and Sailors Monumentto salute the 2024 NBA championsafter their series-clinchingvictory over the DallasMavericks on Monday night(June 17).“We went out this morningand saw the sailor sporting aCeltics jersey,” said Laura Eisener,who writes the weekly “SaugusGardens” column for TheSaugus Advocate.“It’s kind of nice to see thistradition when one of BosASAUGUS SALUTE TO THE CELTICS: The sailor on the Saugus Civil War monument hasbeen given a Celtics jersey to celebrate their 18th NBA championship. (Courtesy photo ofLaura Eisener)ton’s team wins their trophy,whatever sport it may be,” shewrote in an email to me accompanyinga photo of the “greenteam” fever displayed at SaugusCentre.I asked Laura to give mesome historical context aboutthis kind of celebration. “It usuallyhappens when one of theteams wins a championship,like when the Bruins win theStanley Cup or the Patriots winthe Super Bowl etc. It’s kind of amystery who does it, since it’s apretty public spot, even late atnight I would think,” Laura said.“Some people figure it’s a policemanwho does it since otherwisethey might tell themthey couldn’t climb up on themonument. But I really have noidea who does it, and if it’s thesame person every time or differentpeople,” she said.“I don’t remember the RedSox jersey on there but I mightjust not have been there on theday after they won - Bruins andPatriots I have definitely seen.Since the soldier on the otherside is wearing a greatcoat, youcan’t get a jersey on him, butthe sailor is a bit easier to manage.The jersey is a bit askewbecause they can’t get it all theway on over the elbows.”Well, it’s been 16 years sincethe Celtics won their 17th NBAtitle – 16 years ago to the sameday (June 17) that the Celtswon their most recent banner– Banner 18.Friends who are sports fanshave some good memoriesintertwined with accomplishmentsof their team. Sixteenyears ago this past Monday afterwatching a Red Sox-Philliesgame in Philadelphia withgood friend and fellow journalistJack Knarr, we watched theCelts beat LA for the NBA titlein a motel room in Chester, Pa.,near Widener University. It wasa memorable night and wasone of the last Phillies-Sox serieswe watched together beforeJack passed away in 2018.Jack was a 76ers fan and lovedbasketball and was happy tosee the Celts beat the Lakersthat night. He was happy, too,about his Phillies, who went onto win the 2008 World Series –a year after the Red Sox wontheir title in 2007.If you are a passionate sportsfan, watching your favoriteteam win a title in the companyof good friends or family makesthe memory more lasting.Kane’s won the donut betagainst DallasKane’s Donut owner MariaDelios has had a lot of fun thisweek, rubbing it in on socialmedia after winning a bet withRings Donuts of Dallas on theNBA championship series. Becauseof the Boston Celtics’ victoryover the Dallas Mavericks,Rings will be sending a dozenof its donuts and a pound of itscoffee to Saugus as payback forlosing the bet.Kane’s put up a dozen donutsof its own to go with a poundof Stella Blue Coffee. But thosedonuts and the coffee will bestaying here in Saugus, and Delioswill get to gloat until thenext sports wager.Kane’s has been a frequentparticipant in friendly wagersagainst other donut shopsacross the country over theyears. But it’s been a few yearssince a sure bet. The Bostonsports teams haven’t won a titlesince the New England Patriotsbeat the LA Rams, 13-3, inthe February 2019 Super Bowl.Summer Concerts “In ThePark”Here’s some good summermusic to your ears.Once again, the Saugus PublicLibrary and the Saugus IronWorks National Historic Site willbe teaming up to bring freeoutdoor concerts “In The Park”at the Saugus Iron Works NationalHistoric Site. The SqueezeboxStompers, a Boston areaAmericana Roots band, willkick off the summer series onJuly 10.“They’ve performed Americana,Cajun, zydeco, blues, folk,and originals all over New Englandfor the past 15 years,” accordingto promotional informationprovided by the IronWorks.“Members of the band havereceived Boston Music Awardsand Songwriting Awards. Theyare noted for their step-livelyup-beat music inspiring audiencesto get up and dance.Their instrumentation includesaccordion, keyboards,fiddle, saxophone, harmonica,penny whistle, guitar, bass,and drums. The SqueezeboxStompers guarantee a rockin’good time.”These free weekly concertsare open to the public and beginat 6 p.m. on Wednesdaysbeginning July 10 through August28. Here’s the 2024 lineup:July 10: Squeezebox Stompers(Cajun & Zydeco).July 17: Memorylaners (50s& 60s).July 24: Mamadou (WorldMusic, West African Rhythms).July 31: Sweet Soul Sounds(Motown, Funk, Hip Hop).August 7: Atwater & Donnelly(Trad. American & Celtic Folk& Dance).August 14: Ditto (Folk & Rock:60s and 70s).August 21: Headlands (Folk,Country, Americana Pop).THE SOUNDS | SEE PAGE 17

Page 16THE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FriDAy, JUnE 21, 2024Saugus Gardens in the SummerHere’s what’s blooming in town this week to make your walks more enjoyableBy Laura EisenerStill sated from last Saturday’sstrawberry shortcakes,tonight we canenjoy the strawberry moon,as June’s full moon is oftencalled. Yesterday was the summersolstice, the longest dayof the year. Taking advantageof the long days for photosynthesis,most leaves haveby now reached their full size,even species like rose of Sharon(Hibiscus syriacus), whoseleaves are later to emerge thanthose of most other trees andshrubs.Basketball fans are “all in clover”after winning their championshipand looking forwardto the duck boat parade today.Everywhere you look you seegreen, whether it is celebrantswearing Celtics jerseys or allthat chlorophyll in the leaves!The many ornamental varietiesof onions (Allium spp.)have been among the mosttalked-about plants thismonth, as so many have beenblooming around town.Mostof them bloom in shades ofpurple, from dark to light, andwhite flowering varieties arealso seen quite often. It comesas a surprise when peopleencounter the bright yellowflowering species known as lilyleek or golden garlic (Alliummoly). The plant got its speciesname from a mythical herb inHomer’s Odyssey, given to thehero Odysseus by the Greekdeity Hermes, the messengerof the gods, to protect himfrom sorceress Circe’s magic,although the herb was describedas having white flowers,not golden. As you may recall,Circe had turned his shipmatesinto pigs, and Odysseushad to go to her island to rescuethem. Several other bulbousplants have been proposedas the magical “moly”of the classical story, includingsnowdrops (Galanthus spp.).Donna Trumpler’s arbor hasbeen draped in Americanwisteria for the past fewweeks. (Photo courtesy of LauraEisener)While I can’t promise it willprotect you from being turnedinto a pig, golden garlic is apretty flower that blooms inearly summer, and like its relativesit is not usually botheredby rabbits, groundhogs or otherhungry animals. The flowersstart out looking like smallbells and open into six-pointedstars. This plant has manycharms and serves as a nicecontrast if planted among itspurple flowering relatives. Itis a very hardy perennial inour area.The Community Garden atSt. John’s Church near SaugusIron Works is beginningto bloom. National CucumberDay was last Friday, June 14,and the cucumbers (Cucumissativus) growing in the rectorygarden have many brightyellow blossoms peeping outfrom under the leaves. Tomatoesand peppers are blooming,too, and we are enjoyingthe pretty purple flowers ofeggplant (Solanum melongena).All promise of good thingsto come.Donna Trumpler in Lynnhursthas coaxed some beautifulblossoms out of her Americanwisteria (Wisteria fruteGoldengarlic blooms in a Lynnhurst garden. (Photo courtesy of Laura Eisener)scens) vine climbing on an arborover a gate this summer.The vine had been struggling,but it has rewarded the extrawatering and careful pruningwith a profusion of flowers.Less aggressive than its Chineseand Japanese relatives, itis very suitable for fences andother structures that might bepulled down by the weight ofthe larger Asian species. Thefragrance of wisteria is one ofthe charms of early summer.Although American wisteriagrows wild only from Virginiato Texas, it seems to standup well to our winters and isbecoming more popular inNew England gardens. As youmight guess from looking atthe shape of individual blossomsin the clusters, wisteriais a member of the bean family(Fabaceae), as is clover (Trifoliumspp.). Like many peafamily members, wisteria mayhave root nodules that processnitrogen from the air andincrease soil fertility. This cancreate an excess of nitrogenwithin the plant and discourageit from blooming.Phosphorus in the soil genPurpleblossoms of eggplant are flowering in St. John’s CommunityGarden. (Photo courtesy of Laura Eisener)erally encourages flower budformation on most plant species,so increasing phosphorusby using an appropriate fertilizermay encourage bloom. Excessivelawn fertilizers aroundflowering plants can also leadto decreased blossoms, sincemost lawn fertilizers, especiallythose formulated for springapplications, are very high innitrogen. Other reasons forlack of bloom may includepoor timing of pruning, or lackCucumber blossoms came out last week for National CucumberDay on June 14. (Photo courtesy of Laura Eisener)The plant golden garlic comes with interesting mythical storiesand small bell-shaped flowers that become star-shapedwhen fully open. (Photo courtesy of Laura Eisener)of sunlight.Editor’s Note: Laura Eisener isa landscape design consultantwho helps homeowners withlandscape design, plant selectionand placement of treesand shrubs, as well as perennials.She is a member of the SaugusGarden Club and offered towrite a series of articles about“what’s blooming in town”shortly after the outbreak of theCOVID-19 pandemic. She wasinspired after seeing so manypeople taking up walking.

THE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FriDAy, JUnE 21, 2024Page 17THE SOUNDS| FROMPAGE 15August 28: Jumpstreet (Rock,R&B, Blues, & Jazz).Bring chairs or a blanket anda picnic! Enjoy a summer eveningat the historic Saugus IronWorks with great music andfriends!This year’s summer concertseries is partially fundedthrough a generous grant fromthe Mass Cultural Council.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,June 21) 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.Sharon’s Sneaker Crewyard sale June 22Sharon Genovese and hergroup – Sharon’s Sneaker Crew– will be hosting a Jimmy FundYard Sale, Saturday, June 22, at23 Lily Pond Ave., from 8 a.m.to 2 p.m. Lots of good items:TV, bike, furniture and toys. Allproceeds will go to the JimmyFund Walk. She and membersof her crew plan to walk theBoston Marathon route in theDana-Farber Jimmy Fund Walkthis fall. If you need any moreinformation, you can call ortext Sharon at 617-966-3475 oremail her at sunkin1@aol.com.Adult coloring group meetsWednesdayThis just in from the SaugusPublic Library:“Come relax with our continuingAdult Coloring Group.It’s a great opportunity to taketime to unwind, be creative,and have fun, no experiencenecessary! We have pencils andTheatre Company of Saugussets audition datesThis just in from the TheatreCompany of Saugus, which willpresent “Evil Dead the Musical”in October 2024. Auditions arescheduled for July 8, 9 and 11;with callbacks on July 13.The Story: Five college studentsgo to an abandonedcabin in the woods and accidentallyunleash an evil forcethat turns them into demons.It’s all up to Ash (a housewaresemployee turned demon-killinghero) and his trusty chainsawto save the day. Bloodflies. Limbs are dismembered.Demons tell bad jokes … andall to music. The songs in theshow are completely off thewall, with titles like “All the Menin My Life Keep Getting Killedby Candarian Demons” and“What the F**k was That?” andhave had the audience rollingin their seats and screaming formore and more blood.coloring pages ready and waiting… See you there! Spaceslimited, please call to register781-231-4168 X 3106.”The group will be meetingnext Wednesday (June 26) at10 a.m. in the Brooks Room onthe second floor at the library.A “Shout Out” for StrawberryvolunteersJoanie Allbee offered thesetwo “shout outs” to volunteerswho showed up to make theannual Strawberry Festival extraspecial this year:Hello I’d like to give a shoutout to our Strawberry FestivalShortcake wonder woman LindaCall who saved the day!Linda Call showed up, rolledup and got busy cutting bakeryshortcakes and strawberriestirelessly behind the scenes.Because of Linda we were ableto deliver our freshly madestrawberry shortcakes on time.I was amazed how much workshe did for usThank You so much!A second Shout Out to KarenRakinic who came by asked if Ineeded help and jumped rightin serving strawberries till wefinished!A Big Thankyou to both ofyouWant to “Shout Out” a fellowSaugonian?This is an opportunity for ourpaper’s readers to single out –in a brief mention – remarkableacts or achievements bySaugus residents or an act ofkindness or a nice gesture.Just send an email (mvoge@comcast.net) with a mentionin the subject line of “An ExtraShout Out.” No more thana paragraph; anything longermight lend itself to a story and/or a photo.RUBBING IT IN: The Boston Celtics win over Dallas for the NBA championship gave Kane’sDonut owner Maria Delios bragging rights in her donut wager with Rings Donuts of Dallas.In this video she sent to Rings, Delios shows off the Celtics donuts made especially tocelebrate winning Banner No. 18. She also boasted that the Celts will be going for BannerNo. 19 next year. (Courtesy photo to The Saugus Advocate)You don’t need to be a fan ofEvil Dead to love this show. Youdon’t need to be a fan of horrorto love this show. You don’teven need to be a fan of musicalsto love this show. This is apure comedy start to finish. Ithas fun with the horror genre,and in doing so appeals to awider audience than you couldever imagine.The director is Jason HairWynn,who directed previousTheatre Company of Saugusproductions of “Little Shopof Horrors” and “Nevermore.”The music director is ShaneStetcher, with choreographyby Jason Hair-Wynn and Jill Tokacand fight choreography byAmanda O’Donnell. The stagemanager is Ally Lewis.Performances of “Evil Deadthe Musical” are on October 1112-13and 18-19-20, 2024. Rehearsalsare planned for Sundayafternoons and on Mondayand Wednesday evenings, withthe possibility of adding morebased on actor availability.For the audition, please preparea song from the show fora character you are most interestedin, or sing a song in thestyle of the show. All songs,sheet music, and sides arelinked on the theatre’s website.Sign up for an audition slot onone of these dates:• Monday, July 8 – 7-10 p.m.• Tuesday, July 9 – 7-10 p.m.• Thursday, July 11 – 7-10 p.m.To sign up for an auditionslot, to see the role descriptionsand to view the auditionsides, music and other information,please visit the Auditionspage on the Theatre Companyof Saugus website: TCSaugus.org/auditions/Callbackswill be on Saturday,July 13, starting at 1:00 p.m.(Plan for a long afternoon.) Callbackswill consist of singing,acting, movement and possiblestage combat. You will belearning a short combinationfrom the show. This dance isnot very complicated, and youdo not have to be a strongdancer to be in this show. Themain focus is that you can committo this hilarious choreographyand show the character asa “deadite,” as well as retain choreographyquickly.Performances, auditions andrehearsals of “Evil Dead theMusical” will be at the TheatreCompany of Saugus homeat the American Legion Post210 at 44 Taylor St. in Saugus,Mass. The upstairs performancespace is not wheelchairaccessible.June events at KowloonJUNE 21: Concert Series: UPALL NIGHT! – 7:00 p.m. – FreeGeneral Admission or $10 ReservedSeating.JUNE 26: BINGO NIGHT withDJ TOMMY – 7:00 p.m. – FreeGeneral Admission.JUNE 28: CONCERT SERIES:DAVE MACKLIN BAND – 7:00p.m. – Free General Admissionor $10 Reserved Seating.JUNE 29: Concert Series: XSBAND – 7:00 p.m. – Free GeneralAdmission or $10 ReservedSeating.For all tickets, call the KowloonRestaurant at 781-2330077or visit online at www.kowloonrestaurant.comSAVE Annual Meeting/DinnerWednesdaySaugus Action Volunteers forthe Environment (SAVE) willhold its 51st Annual Meeting& Dinner on Wednesday, June26, 2024, at Polcari’s Restaurant(92 Broadway-Route 1 North,Saugus). Social time starts at6:30 p.m.; dinner buffet beginsat approximately 7:00 p.m. Thepublic is cordially invited andwe hope you can join us forthe mixed buffet consisting ofgarden salad, chicken & brocTHESOUNDS | SEE PAGE 20

Page 18THE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FriDAy, JUnE 21, 2024Raising hope and raising the bar:inside Phunk Phenomenon’s winning yearFBy Dom Nicastroor Saugus ’R eiaBriggs-Connor, it’s beena stellar 2024 for herPhunk Phenomenon DanceComplex studio. A nationalchampionship and preparationsfor an international competitionlater this year are justpart of the excitement. Oh,and don’t forget about theirperformances on the BostonCeltics dance floor during theNBA Finals this month.Good times for the studio?You bet. Briggs-Connor, a lifelongdancer from her early daysin Chelsea to being a New EnglandPatriots cheerleader andnow a 25-plus-year dance studioowner in Everett, is nonstopand loving every minute of it.This is all in between her constant,unconditional care for her19-year-old son, Jared, who hasSanfilippo syndrome. This conditionhalts normal brain developmentand causes hyperactivity,sleep disorders, loss ofspeech, dementia and typicallyresults in death before adult-LEGAL NOTICE -COMMONWEALTH OF MASSACHUSETTSTHE TRIAL COURTPROBATE AND FAMILY COURTEssex Probate and Family Court36 Federal StreetSalem, MA 01970(978) 744-1020Docket No. ES24P1760EAEstate of: DAVID ALLEN MONAHANAlso known as: DAVID A. MONAHAN, Sr.,DAVID MONAHANCITATION ON PETITION FORFORMAL ADJUDICATIONTo all interested persons:A Petition for Formal Adjudication of Intestacy andAppointment of Personal Representative has been filed byMelissa A. Simon of Malden, MA requesting that the Courtenter a formal Decree and Order and for such other relief asrequested in the Petition. The Petitioner requests that:Melissa A. Simon of Malden, 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 07/17/2024.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: June 12, 2024PAMELA A. CASEY O’BRIENREGISTER OF PROBATEJune 21, 2024The Phunk Phenomenon Dance Team are shown performing on the TD Garden parquetfloor at halftime during Game 1 of the NBA Finals Celtics game against the Dallas Mavericks.(Courtesy Phunk Phenomenon)hood. Her dance studio leads afundraising and awareness effortcalled “Hip Hop for Hope”to contribute to research anddevelopment in the healthcarecommunity for Sanfilippo syndrome.Thefight for Jared and otherslike him is deeply embeddedinto the fabric of all thatBriggs-Connor does withinher studio and for her dancers.Some proceeds go to the fightto find a cure for Sanfilippo syndrome.“Idon’t sleep,” Briggs-Connortells people when they ask howshe does it. “It’s crazy. Everyoneasks how we do it. Jared’s 19now, which is really great becausethey told us he wouldn’tlive that long. We’re constantlytrying to raise awareness for hisdisease and our mission.”They’ve had a gig with theCeltics for most of the 21st century,performing routines a coupleof times per night duringtimeouts for two to three gamesper month. They performed inGames 1 and 2 of the NBA Finals,where her hometownCeltics beat the Mavericks, 4-1,clinching Banner No. 18, underwhich Phunk Phenomenon willperform next season. They alsoperformed in early games ofthe Celtics’ dominating playoffperformance, where they finished16-3.Performing during a Celticschampionship run was simplypriceless for Briggs-ConnorDANCE TEAM | SEE PAGE 19Local student named to BucknellUniversity Dean’s ListBucknell University, ofLewisburg, Pa., hasreleased the Dean’sList for outstanding academicachievement duringthe spring semester of the2023-24 academic year. SaugonianMelisa Omerovic,class of 2026, Civil Engineering,was among the studentsrecognized. A studentmust earn a grade point averageof 3.5 or higher on ascale of 4.0 to receive Dean’sList recognition.

THE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FriDAy, JUnE 21, 2024Page 19Say nirSaay niory SeniorSeniby Jim MillerCan You Stop and RestartSocial Security Benefi ts?Dear Savvy Senior,Can I stop my Social Securityretirement benefi ts and restartthem later to get a biggerpayment? I recently got a niceunexpected inheritance, sodon’t need the money from SocialSecurity right now. If possible,I would like to suspendmy benefi ts and restart themat age 70.The Phunk Phenomenon Dance Team are shown performing at halftime during Game 1of the NBA Finals Celtics game against the Dallas Mavericks.(Courtesy Phunk Phenomenon)DANCE TEAM | FROM PAGE 18and her studio. The entire experiencewas steeped in Bostonspirit. Donnie Wahlberg, NewKids on the Block legend andactor whom Briggs-Connor hasknown over the years throughmutual dance contacts, providedher dancers with shirtsto wear during performances.As glamorous as it all sounds –she has also taught Red Sox legendDavid Ortiz’s daughters andhad Shaquille O’Neal hang outwith her team during the NBAFinals – this is serious work forBriggs-Connor. She wants theroutines to be fl awless whileperforming in front of a soldout,19,600-people arena.“I defi nitely do put pressureon myself,” Briggs-Connor said.“And I try to think what’s goingto be the best option tokeep this crowd up, especiallybecause they’re going to behot the whole time. It’s almostlike they don’t even need entertainmentbecause they’reall in it. The crowd is alreadyloud. So I try to keep the musicto match that, obviously takingwhat they love like ‘Shipping upto Boston’ and keeping it in thetheme of Boston. And then DonnieWahlberg, he sponsored theteam with these beautiful NewKids on the Block Boston shirts.So I did a nice tribute piece tothe Boston boy bands to keepthe crowd pumped for everythingthat comes from Bostonand keep that luck fl owing. Thatwas my idea of what I went intothis year.”The NBA Finals appearancefor her younger dancers –called Lil Phunk and rangingin ages from fi ve to 13 – was acrowning moment much likethe Boston Celtics’ championship.Her dancers have beenhard at work at their craft, andthey now got to shine on an internationalstage right in the TDGarden, which they’ve calledhome for decades.The studio prides itself on “urbandance,” and Briggs-Connordescribes it as a “non-traditionaldance studio.” Their mission?To connect with youth throughthe art of urban dance.“Hip Hop is not just a dance;it is a culture containing fi ve elements,”according to the missionstatement on the studio’swebsite. “Our goal is to educateour students on those fi ve elementswithin each of our specializedclasses. Urban dancestyles have always been theheart of inner cities as a wayof expression and a means ofbuilding self-esteem.”She refers to a teachingstyle called “EDUTAINMENT,”or teaching the history behindeach art form in additionto choreography. Boston, shesaid, has a specifi c dance stylethat includes a penchant for avery hyped-up and energeticvibe. “We still have a very bouncystyle compared to the WestCoast teams, who are moresmooth,” she told The Advocate,“so we like artists like DMX. Thestudio that I own and the companyis predominantly Hip Hop.We do mostly urban dance,street styles, so break-dancingfrom back in the day, westill do that, popping, locking,krump. New school Hip-Hop,old-school Hip Hop. So it’s allHip Hop.”And this studio is not justperforming; they’re winningon a large stage. A group of 40dancers from Phunk Phenomenonrecently competed in a nationalcompetition run by HipHop International. Ranging inages from nine to dancers intheir 30s, the team won a GoldMedal for the Megacrew category.Now they’re preparing foran international competition inArizona in August, where theywill compete against 50 countries.Theysecured the nationalswin earlier this year with a routineto the song “Ante Up,” a collaborationby Hip Hop artistsBusta Rhymes, Tefl on and RemyMartin. When she makes a mix,Briggs-Connor likes to entertainall ages of her audiences,blending old-school memorieswith new beats. For this routine,they took “Ante Up” andlayered it with new beats likedance hall and Afrobeat.“Everything had to be withinthe realm of street dance forthe rules of this competition,”Briggs-Connor said, “so we’regoing with a full mixed styleroutine, basically hitting allthe genres of hip-hop dance.”For Briggs-Connor, these competitionsare full-circle momentswhere all the hard workof choreography, dancing andsweating until near midnighton weekday nights comes together.She’sbeen hitting the dancefl oor since she was three yearsold at Genevieve’s Dance Studioin Chelsea, and she basicallyhasn’t left since. “I dancedat that studio in Chelsea, and Igrew up there,” Briggs-Connorsaid. “My mom [Barbara Casinoof Chelsea] put me in whenI was three years old because Iloved to dance. I danced all theway until I was 18 there, and Istarted teaching for her when Iwas 16, and I cheered for ChelseaHigh School. I’ve danced mywhole life.”—The Phunk Phenomenonteam is raising funds for their internationalcompetition trip toArizona in August. Find out moreat https://app.99pledges.com/fund/PHUNKatHHIworlds. Youcan also learn more about PhunkPhenomenon at https://www.phunkphenomenon.com/. And tolearn more and contribute to JaredConnor’s fi ght with Sanfi lipposyndrome, the family has a website:http://www.jaredsfi ght.org/.Do-over DanDear Dan,Yes, there are actually twodiff erent strategies that allowSocial Security benefi -ciaries to undo their claimingdecision. But to be eligible,there are certain conditionsyou’ll have to meet. Here’swhat you should know.Withdrawal Benefi tsIf you are in your fi rst yearof collecting retirement benefits, you can apply to SocialSecurity for a “withdrawal ofbenefi ts.” Social Security willlet you withdraw your originalapplication for retirementbenefits, but it mustbe within 12 months of thedate you fi rst claimed yourbenefi ts.If you opt for a withdrawal,Social Security will treatit as if you never applied forbenefi ts in the fi rst place. Butthere’s a catch. You’ll have torepay every dollar you’ve received,including those ofany family members whohave been collecting benefits on your earnings record,such as a spouse or minorchild, along with any moneythat was withheld from yourSocial Security payments– for example, to pay yourMedicare premiums.You can only withdrawyour application for SocialSecurity benefi ts once, butyou can apply for benefitsagain later when the monthlyamount would be larger.To withdrawal your benefits, fi ll out Social Securityform SSA-521 (see ssa.gov/forms/ssa-521.pdf) and sendthe completed form to yourlocal Social Security offi ce.If you change your mind,you have 60 days from thedate Social Security approvesyour withdrawal tocancel the request.Suspend Benefi tsIf, however, you miss the12-month window, or if repayingyour Social Securitybenefi ts is not fi nanciallyfeasible, there is another dooveroption, but you’ll needto be full retirement age orolder to be eligible.Full retirement age is 66and 6 months for thoseborn in 1957, but it rises intwo-month increments everybirth year to age 67 forthose born in 1960 and later.You can fi nd your full retirementage at SSA.gov/benefits/retirement/planner/ageincrease.html.Atthat point, you can “suspend”your Social Securitybenefi t and the good newsis you don’t have to repayanything. But the bad newsis your monthly Social Securitybenefi ts stop and sodo those of any dependentfamily members (except a divorcedspouse).During the suspension,you will also accrue delayedretirement credits, which willincrease your monthly retirementbenefi t by two-thirdsof 1 percent for each suspendedmonth (or 8 percentfor each suspended year) upuntil age 70.Suspended benefi ts wouldautomatically resume at 70,or you could choose to resumeSocial Security benefi tsearlier, but you’d only receivedelayed retirement creditsfor the period when benefits were suspended.You can request a SocialSecurity suspension overthe phone (800-722-1213),in writing or in person atyour local Social Security office. The suspension wouldbegin the month after youmake the request.Also note that if you’re enrolledin Medicare, there’s anotherconsequence of withdrawingor suspending yourbenefi ts.Normally, Medicare PartB premiums ($174.70 permonth in 2024 for most beneficiaries) are deducted directlyfrom monthly SocialSecurity payments.If you withdrawal or suspendyour benefits andyou’re enrolled in MedicarePart B, you’ll start receiving aquarterly bill from Medicare.You’ll have the option of payingelectronically or by mail.Or you can sign up for Medicare’sEasy Pay, which automaticallydeducts your premiumpayments from yoursavings or checking accounteach month.Send your senior questions to: SavvySenior, P.O. Box 5443, Norman, OK73070, or visit SavvySenior.org.Jim Miller is a contributor to the NBCToday show and author of“The Savvy Senior” book.ior

Page 20THE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FriDAy, JUnE 21, 2024OBITUARIESKevin J. Hanlonhis son, Kevin D. Hanlon; hissister, Bernis Margaret Hanlon,as well as extended familymembers, Msgr. Jack Lennonand James Hanlon.Relatives and friends are inOfSaugus. Died on Saturday,June 15th atthe Residence at MelroseStation in Melrose at theage of 95. He was the husbandof the late Gloria P. (Sullivan)Hanlon. Born in Lynnand a lifelong resident of Saugus,Mr. Hanlon was the son ofthe late James P. and Florence(Gillon) Hanlon. He was a retiredStress Analyst Engineerfor the G.E. Riverworks in Lynn.A U.S. Army Korean War Veteran,Kevin was a member of theSaugus American Legion.Mr. Hanlon is survived bytwo sons, Christopher Hanlonof Miami, FL and Paul Hanlonof Saugus and one daughter,Karen Hanlon of Melbourne,FL. He was predeceased byTHE SOUNDS| FROMPAGE 17coli penne, cheese ravioli, assortedpizzas, rolls and butter,dessert, coffee and tea. A cashbar will be available.Tickets are $35 per person.Payment can be made by checkor Venmo. For a printable copyof the registration form, pleasevited to attend an hour of visitationin the Bisbee-PorcellaFuneral Home, 549 LincolnAve., SAUGUS on Friday, June21 from 8:30 – 9:30 a.m. followedby a funeral mass in St.Margaret’s Church, 431 LincolnAve., Saugus at 10 a.m.Interment in Riverside Cemeteryin Saugus. In lieu of flowers,donations in Kevin’s memorymay be made to either theDAV at help.dav.org or the St.Labre Indian School at stlabre.org/give.Mr. Myron L.Manoogian, Sr.Of Saugus. Died onTuesday, June 11that Beverly Hospital atthe age of 79. He was the belovedhusband of Donna A.(Rochefort) Manoogian withwhom he shared 56 years ofmarriage.Born in Cambridge and alifelong resident of Saugus, Mr.Manoogian was the son of thelate Peter and Anna (Jevelekian)Manoogian. Myron wasa former principal/ adminisvisitthe https://saugussave.wordpress.com website onthe “News & Events” page.Please make payment as soonas possible (but no later thanWednesday, June 12) either viamail to SAVE Treasurer, MaryKinsell, 11 Sunnyside Ave., Saugus,MA 01906, with a checkpayable to SAVE, Saugus, ormake your payment by Venmadeto Dana Farber at danafarber.jimmyfund.organddesignate for Colorectal CancerResearch.Relatives and friends wereinvited to attend visiting hoursin the Bisbee-Porcella FuneralHome, 549 Lincoln Ave.,Saugus on Sunday, June 16.A funeral service was held onMonday at St. John’s EpiscopalChurch, 8 Prospect St, Saugus.Interment in Riverside Cemeteryin Saugus. For condolenceswww.BisbeePorcella.com.trator in Saugus and was alsoa mechanic. He was a formerhockey and tennis coach inSaugus and recently played intennis tournaments at the nationallevel.In addition to his wife, Mr.Manoogian is survived by histhree children, Myra Montoand her husband Michael ofSaugus, Beth Duplessie andher husband Matthew of Foxboroand Myron “JR” Manoogianof Saugus; five grandchildren,Keith Monto, Max Monto,Coleman Duplessie, CeinwynDuplessie and Clara Duplessie;two brothers, David Manoogianof Lynnfield and PeterManoogian and his wife Sandraof Saugus; and his brother-in-law,Leo Espindle of Hudson.He was predeceased byhis sister, Elaine Espindle.In lieu of flowers, donationsin Myron’s memory may bemo to @SAVE-org and completeyour forms here: https://tinyurl.comSAVE6-28. You mayalso contact Ann at adevlin@aisle10.net or Mary at Mkinsell@verizon.netor, for furtherinformation, please visit ourwebsite at http://www.saugussave.org.Please let us know ifyou are able to join us for a funand informative evening, asguage?9. 9. What beverage witha name including a statename was originally usedwith ice cream?1. 1. June 21 is during whatseason in the NorthernHemisphere?2. 2. What country thatoriginated Pac-Man hasbeen called “land of therising sun”?3. 3. On June 22, 1946,what happened at theQuabbin Reservoir?4. 4. The 1925 novel “Porgy”became the 1927 play“Porgy,” which becamewhat?5. 5. In June 2024, GuinnessWorld Records announcedthat a dognamed Kevin is theworld’s tallest living dog;what dog breed is Kevin?6. 6. What are the firsttwo words of The Lovin’Spoonful’s 1966 song“Summer in the City”?7. 7. On June 23, 1940,what female Americansprinter was born whowon three track & fieldgold medals in one Olympics?8.8. What is Brazil’s mostcommon spoken lan10.10. What was EleanorRoosevel t ’s maidenname?11. 11. On June 24, 1675,what war began in Swansea,Mass.?12. 12. What mother/daughtercountry music performershad the namesof two months in theirnames?13. 13. What capital city’stwo-word name’s firstword is “New”?14. 14. On June 25, 1956, thelast Packard was proPeterCicolini, Jr.Wednesday, June 12th inVenice, Florida at the age 86.Born and raised in Everettand a longtime resident ofSaugus, Mr. Cicolini was theson of the late Peter and Antoinette(D’Onofrio) Cicolini.Peter graduated from EverettHigh School and then joinedthe Army. After his honorabledischarge, he workedas a Local 7 Iron Worker andthen became a police detectivefor the Town of Saugus.He enjoyed going to casinos,gardening and was an avidanimal lover.Mr. Cicolini is survived byfive children, Brenda Barnard,Joanie Mullen and herhusband Tom, Peter T. Cicoliniand his wife Nancy, Det.Carmine Cicolini (SPD) andhis wife Linda, Lara Coughlin,Dean Santosuosso; eightgrandchildren, Jana, Justine,Nick, Hannah, Aaron, Tommy,Dominic, and Noelle; 6great grandchildren, as wellas several nieces, nephewsand cousins. He was predeceasedby two brothers, Vincentand Donald Cicolini andhis sister, Mary Catalano.Relatives and friends wereOf Venic e ,Florida,formerlya longtimeresident of Saugus. Died onwell as a wonderful buffet dinner,as soon as possible.Our guest speaker for theevening, Scott A. Brazis, Saugus’Solid Waste/Recycling Coordinator,will give a brief updateon new initiatives and futureplans for the Saugus Recycling/CHaRMCenter.Free parking is available onsite,and the facility is accessiduced;what was it?15. 15. In what state do theKansas City Chiefs play?16. 16. The song “Heat Wave”was popularized by whatMotown group?17. 17. On June 26, 1977,what singer/actor with adaughter named Lisa Mariehad his last public performance?18.18. In this year’s StanleyCup, the Florida Panthersare playing the Oilers ofwhat city?19. 19. What comedienne ranfor president in 2012?20. 20. June 27 is Helen KellerDay; what play/film wasinspired by her autobiography?invitedto attend visitation inthe Bisbee-Porcella FuneralHome, Saugus on Thursday,June 20. Entombmentat Holy Cross Mausoleum inMalden.ble for persons with disabilities.What ’s breaking atBreakheartThere’s a Full Moon Hikescheduled for today (Friday,June 21) from 8–10 p.m. at theVisitor Center at BreakheartReservation (177 Forest St.).THE SOUNDS | SEE PAGE 21ANSWERS1. 1. Summer2. 2. Japan3.4.5.6.7.4.5.6.3. It was filled with water.The 1935 opera “Porgy and Bess”Great Dane“Hot town”7. Wilma Rudolph8. 8. Portuguese9.10.11.13.14.15.16.17.18.9. Hawaiian Punch (It was originallyan ice cream syrup.)10. Roosevelt (she was his fifth cousinonce removed)11. King Philip’s War12. 12. June Carter Cash and “Mother”Maybelle Carter13. New Delhi in India14. An American luxury car15. Missouri (The city is in both Kansasand Missouri.)16. Martha & The Vandellas17. Elvis Presley18. Edmonton, Canada19. 19. Roseanne Barr (for the GreenParty, then the Peace and FreedomParty)20. 20. “The Miracle Worker” (She wasborn on June 27, 1880.)

THE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FriDAy, JUnE 21, 2024Page 21THE SOUNDS| FROMPAGE 20Join us for a moonrise hikewhile we talk about the importanceof the full moon, mooncycles and phases. There willbe campfire fun and activities.This program is for adults andfamilies with children eightyears old and up. Bring a flashlightand dress appropriately!Registration is required; pleaseemail jessica.narog-hutton@mass.gov for more information.Meet outside the Visitor Center.Rain cancels.On Thursdays now throughAugust, the Visitor Center willhost a Wild Breakheart Seriesfrom 10–11 a.m. There will beno program on July 4. Joinus for this rotating nature seriesas we explore different aspectsof Breakheart! Meet outsidethe Visitor Center; raincancels. This month will featurethe Breakheart BirdingClub – come see what birdscall Breakheart their home aswe explore the park! DuringJuly, it will be Tree ID – explorethe park and discover whattrees are in the park and howto identify them. In August,park visitors can participatein Animal Exploration – enjoydiscovering what animals callBreakheart home!On Saturdays now throughAugust, there will be an Easy,Breezy, Beautiful Hike from1:30–3:30 p.m. (There will be noprogram on July 13.) Join thePark Interpreter for this weeklyguided hike! Each trip willhighlight natural and historicfeatures that make Breakheartunique. Hikes will be moderatelypaced and range fromtwo to three miles over sometimesuneven and rocky terrain;best for ages eight yearsand up. Meet at the Visitor 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. (Noprogram on July 13.)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 fishing program! Learnhow to fish, what fish live in ourponds and how to catch andrelease responsibly. Bait and ahandful of rods will be provided,but feel free to bring yourown gear and fish with us andThe Kid DoesClean OutsFrom 1 item to 1,000* Basem*nts * Homes * Backyards* Commercial BuildingsThe cheapest prices around!Call Eric: (857) 322-2854share your tips! No license requiredif fishing in this program.Appropriate for familieswith children five years old andup. Meet at Camp Nihan. Raincancels.Summer track is comingCoach Christopher Tarantino’spopular Summer Track foryouths ages five through 18begins on July 1. The programis scheduled for 6 to 8 p.m. atthe track outside BelmonteSTEAM Academy. Registrationwill run from June 24-28. Hereis the schedule:July 1-5: first formal week.July 8-11: second formalweek.July 12, 10 a.m.-12 p.m.:makeup practice (if necessary).July 12, 6 p.m.: pasta dinnerat Prince.July 13, 9 a.m.: in-house meetat Serino Stadium.July 15-18: retrain week.July 20: Summer Showdown,Cranston, R.I.July 24: wrap up.Cost: $250 first year, $200 returningwith uniform, $150 ifthree years or more in summerprogram; includes pasta dinner,t-shirt, uniform and entryinto Summer Showdown.Please note that these programsare not being offeredthrough the town’s Youth &Recreation Department. Pleasecontact Coach ChristopherTarantino directly with questionsat 781-854-6778 or christophertarantino24@gmail.com.CHaRMCenter is openThe Town of Saugus recentlyannounced that the CHaRMCenter is open Wednesday andSaturday from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m.Residents will be required tobuy a $25 Sticker to use theCompost Facilities as well asto recycle hard plastics. Therest of the Facility’s featuresare free to use for any Saugusresident. Residents are also allowedthree TVs or computers/CRTmonitors for free perhousehold each year. The Townof Saugus reserves the right torefuse any material if quantityor quality is questionable.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,THE SOUNDS | SEE PAGE 22Your 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 24THE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FriDAy, JUnE 21, 2024FOR SALEFOR SALE- PRESENTING AN EXCEPTIONALINVESTMENT OPPORTUNITY! THIS IMPECCABLYKEPT 2-FAMILY HOME INCLUDES AN OWNERS UNITWITH TWO FLOORS OF LIVING SPACE FEATURINGTWO BEDROOMS, CENTRAL AC, AN UPDATEDKITCHEN WITH NEW GRANITE COUNTERS ANDSTAINLESS APPLIANCES, NEW CARPET, FRESHPAINT AND A LARGE FIREPLACE LIVING ROOM. THE1ST FLOOR UNIT FEATURES 1 BEDROOM, KITCHENWITH NEW GRANITE COUNTERS, LIVING ROOM ANDA FULL BATH. SEPARATE UTILITIES. GAS HEATINGSYSTEMS AND GAS WATER HEATERS. VINYL SIDING,REPLACEMENT WINDOWS. 2 YEAR OLD ROOF.FENCED IN YARD AND DOUBLE DRIVEWAY WHICHCAN FIT 6 CARS OR MORE. 2ND FLOOR UNIT ISVACANT. WALKING DISTANCE TO SAUGUS CENTER,BELMONTE SCHOOL AND THE RAIL TRAIL. EASYHIGHWAY ACCESS, CLOSE TO SHOPPING,ENTERTAINMENT, AND ALL THE OFFERINGS OF THENORTHSHORE. 15 MINUTE DRIVE TO BOSTON.SAUGUS $759,000 CALL KEITH 781-389-0791FOR SALEFOR SALE- ADORABLE 3 BEDROOM1 BATH RANCH WITH GARAGEUNDERNEATH ON A NICE SIDESTREET. NOTHING TO DO BUT MOVERIGHT IN.SAUGUS $539,000CALL JOHN FOR MORE DETAILS617-285-7117BUILDABLE LOTFOR SALEFOR SALE- BEAUTIFUL SUN FILLEDCONTEMPORARY HOME WITH 3BEDROOMS, 2 & 1/2 BATHS, OPENCONCEPT DINING ROOM AND LIVINGROOM, SPACIOUS FAMILY ROOM AND ABONUS ROOM. THE OUTSIDE HAS ANOVERSIZED DECK GREAT FORENTERTAINING. TOPSFIELD $849,900CALL JULIEANNE 781-953-7870FOR SALEFOR SALE- VERY DESIRABLE INDIAN ROCKNEIGHBORHOOD, OVERSIZED SPLITENTRY ON A LEVEL SIZABLE LOT. 4+BEDROOMS, 3 FULL BATHS, 2800+ SQFT.ROOM FOR EXTENDED FAMILY IN THEFINISHED BAsem*nT. CUSTOM BUILT BYONE OWNER AND WELL CARED FOR.SAUGUS $925,000CALL DANIELLE FOR DETAILS978-987-9535• SAUGUS $175,000 CALL KEITH 781-389-0791 FOR FURTHER DETAILSMOBILE HOMESLOOKING TOBUY OR SELL?ERIN ROSEN781-223-0289CALL HIMFOR ALL YOURREAL ESTATENEEDS• GREAT YOUNG ONE BEDROOM UNIT IN A VERY DESIRABLE PARK IN MOVE IN CONDITION. 2 CARPARKING. LOW PARK RENT OF 410 DANVERS 89,900• LOT AVAILABLE IN DESIRABLE FAMILY ESTATES COOPERATIVE MOBILE PARK. APPROX 120' X 30'SEWER AND WATER BRING YOUR UNIT AND HAVE A BRAND NEW BEAUTIFUL HOME....COOP FEE ISONY 300- 350 A MONTH PEABODY $84,900• WELCOME TO SHADY OAKS BRAND NEW MANUFACTURED HOME COMMUNITY. AFFORDABLE YETUPSCALE LIVING , EACH HOME HAS AMPLE SQUARE FOOTAGE WITH 2 BEDROOMS AND 2 BATHS.OPEN CONCEPT PERFECT FOR ENTERTAINING. HIGH QUALITY FINISHES FROM TOP TIERAPPLIANCES TO ELEGANT FINISHES. OCCUPANCY DATE APRIL 2024DANVERS PRICES START AT $229,000 FOR 2 BEDROOM• PHASE 2 OF SHADY OAKS BRAND NEW MANUFACTURED HOME COMMUNITY.DANVERS PRICES STARTING AT $200,000CALL ERIC 781-223-0289COMING SOONCOMING SOON- LARGE STATELY COLONIAL WITH HIGHCEILINGS AND PERIOD DETAIL THROUGH -OUT. LARGEROOMS AND HARDWOOD FLOORS. THREE BEDROOMS AND1.5 BATHROOMS. NICE SCREENED 3 SEASONED ROOMED TOENJOY WARM SUMMER EVENINGS. POTENTIAL FOREXPANSION IN ATTIC.SAUGUSCALL DEBBIE FOR MORE DETAILS 617-678-9710COMING SOONCOMING SOON- 6 BEDROOM, 2 BATH COLONIAL RICH INPERIOD DETAIL WITH GORGEOUS WOODWORK ANDSTAIRCASE. LARGE ROOMS WITH HIGH CEILINGS. SOMUCH POTENTIAL IN THIS 3000+ SQFT HOME.SAUGUSCALL KEITH FOR MORE DETAILS 781-389-0791FOR RENTCOMMERCIAL OFFICE SPACE FOR RENT- PRIME LOCATION.PROFESSIONAL BUILDING JUST OUTSIDE OF SAUGUS CENTER.PLENTY OF PARKING. THIS SPACE IS PERFECT FOR LAWYERS OFFICE,INSURANCE COMPANY, REAL ESTATE OFFICE, MORTGAGECOMPANY. WALK IN AREA, SEPARATE OFFICES, RECEPTION AREA,MENS AND WOMAN'S BATHROOMS, COMMON CONFERENCE ROOM.CONVENIENT TO ROUTE 1 AND DOWNTOWN. SPACE COULD BESHARED, SPLIT OR THE ENTIRE SPACE COULD BE LEASED.SAUGUS $25 CALL KEITH FOR MORE DETAILS 781-389-0791

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