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Friday, May 1, 2020

Coping with COVID-19

Town considers a policy that would require face masks to protect public against the virus

By Mark E. Vogler

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own Manager Scott C. Crabtree said he would like to see the town adopt a policy that would require people to wear face masks when they are out in public where crowds are likely to gather. “I feel it’s reasonable to ask people to wear a face covering when they go into a supermarket or post office or any place where you could run into a lot of people,” Crabtree said in an interview

Wednesday night.

“What we’re trying to do is to prevent the spread of COVID-19. We’re trying to educate people and modify behavior so there’s no threat to other people,” he said.

Crabtree said he would like to see the town approve a policy similar to what has been adopted by several other communities across the state. Ideally, he said, it should include a structure of fines for first, second and multiple offenses – plus a

provision that would allow for the assessment of the maximum fine possible for an offense “if it’s so egregious.”

The Saugus Board of Health will consider the recommendations of Crabtree and town counsel when it meets today (Friday, May 1) to vote on whether to adopt a face covering policy and other local regulations related to providing public health protection against the Coronavirus. The remote meeting via Zoom Vid-

A tribute to Carmine Moschella 92-year-old woodworking teacher gets surprise birthday parade and retirement farewell

By Mark E. Vogler

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ll good things must come to an end,” as the saying goes.

But Carmine C. Moschella, Jr. says he doesn’t understand why his popular woodworking shop for senior citizens has to end with the pending demolition of the old Saugus High School. Moschella, who presided over a woodworking class for a quarter of a century, seemed reluctant to accept his unofficial “retirement” Wednesday morning after being treated to a surprise birth- THRILLED AT THE TURNOUT: Carmine C. Moschella, Jr., center, day parade that passed by his with his daughters, left to right, Carla and Mila, inspect some Hillside Avenue home. “I’m re- of the makeshift signs that drivers had attached to their cars

MOSCHELLA | SEE PAGE 2

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Public Health Nurse Mary McKenzie is scheduled to provide a report updating the board on the COVID-19 situation. Former Health Director Joseph Tabbi, who was hired to assist the town following the COVID-19 outbreak, is also expected to give a report. Interim Health Director Robert Bracey is scheduled to introduce an emergency declaration and several COVID-19 orders, according to the agenda for tonight’s meeting.

Board considers several COVID-19 orders A requirement for face covering is one of the issues that the board is going to be addressing, according to the town manager. “The illegal disposal of masks and gloves is something the board will be looking at as well,” Crabtree said.

Officials in Saugus and other communities have expressed concerns about the potential health hazards from used masks and protective gloves being discarded on the ground,

especially if they have been worn by people who have been infected with the virus.

The board will also consider whether to establish occupancy limits and other restrictions on local businesses. For instance, should there be occupancy limits placed on the number of people allowed in a supermarket or other business/ es? That is something the board has jurisdiction over.

Crabtree said the board will probably consider whether any local regulations or policies are needed for the protection of residents and workers in local nursing homes. “That’s an area where there are a lot of concerns right now. Nursing homes have had a lot of problems with the Coronavirus,” Crabtree said, “so we may need to put some protocols in place.”

It is within the purview of the Board of Health to adopt any advisories recommended by the state as local policies.

Gov. Charlie Baker and other state officials have recommended the use of facial coverings, particularly in markets

COVID-19 | SEE PAGE 13

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MOSCHELLA | FROM PAGE 1 tired. Yes. But I’m not totally retired,” he said, lamenting that there was really no good reason for him to give up his 10 a.m. to noon Tuesday woodworking class just because he turned 92.

“I still cane chairs all of the time – that’s another lost art,” he said. “I love this kind of stuff, and I’m so sorry they’re not going to have a shop for senior citizens. I came here in ’56 and I’m still here. And I’m still fighting for a shop. It’s a shame they don’t do something to keep this.”

Moschella worked 37 years in Saugus Public Schools (19561993). He began as a wood shop teacher, rose to the position of Department Head and became a Vice Principal of the high school in 1971 – a position he held until retirement.

He also served as shopkeeper, director of the shop, audiovisu-

HAPPY BIRTHDAY, CARMINE: One of the drivers among 43 vehicles that helped Carmine C. Moschella, Jr. celebrate his 92nd birthday on Wednesday.

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seeing the projects of about 15 students a year. He’s had close to 400 students during his many years in the shop.

With construction of the new Saugus Middle-High School nearing completion, there are no plans to incorporate the woodworking class for the elderly into the new facility. And there aren’t any current plans to accommodate Moschella in one of the old school buildings that will become available in the future.

“I’d go back in a minute if they found a place for it,” Moschella said.

“There were a lot of projects in the shop that people were still working on. We had to empty them all out. One of the reasons I’d love to have another spot is to catch up with the ones that need to be finished,” he said. “I would keep on going now, if they found a place for me to move my machines.

Most everybody is in favor of having a shop like this, but it doesn’t happen if you don’t have the space.”

More than just a birthday celebration If it were up to the 52 people who showed up to help Moschella celebrate his birthday Wednesday, there would be a new place for the woodworking class.

“We counted 43 total vehicles: 32 cars, one fire truck, five police cars, four DPW vehicles and one selectman,” Carla Moschella said of the 10-minute parade she helped organize as a surprise for her dad. “They were a mix of senior citizen students from his class for the last 27 years, town employees and officials, neighbors, friends and people with whom he has crossed paths over the years at the high school and in the town of Saugus.”

Carla was grateful to the police, fire and DPW workers who turned out – with horns and sirens blaring. The people in cars carried signs they made for the birthday celebration.

Moschella’s other daughter, Mila, said the procession was a lot more than just a birthday

THANK YOU, SAUGUS: Carmine C. Moschella, Jr. waves to the cars and trucks in the birthday parade that passed by his Hillside Avenue home on Wednesday. (Saugus Advocate Photos by Mark E. Vogler)

celebration. She called it “a sign of respect for what he’s meant to all facets of the community.”

“It was salute – not just for his birthday,” Mila said.

“People from all of the classes he’s had over the years came to see him. It was a chance for them to assemble one more time. There were cafeteria workers, town employees, paraprofessionals,” she said.

Some of his students have been with him right from the start. “I have three or four students who are still coming after 25 years. I started with the class and it mushroomed into something that I never expected,” Moschella said.

Moschella has long had the reputation of being a great teacher. But in recent decades he is best known around town as an accomplished craftsman who has the talent to turn a piece of wood that might be destined to the trash heap into somebody’s treasure. He has put his artisan skills to work

on countless community service projects. With his extraordinary talent as a woodworker, furniture maker, refinisher and cabinetmaker, he has donated many woodworking projects to the Town of Saugus.

Not long after this week’s parade, several people in the neighborhood came over to personally thank Moschella for his contributions toward the betterment of Saugus. “You’ve done a lot of great things for the community since I’ve lived here, and I want to thank you,” said Leo Burke, who has lived down the street from Moschella for 36 years.

Some of the best pieces of Moschella’s work are on display near or inside municipal buildings – including Town Hall, the Saugus Public Library, the Saugus Senior Center and the historic Roby School building that houses Saugus Public Schools.

MOSCHELLA | SEE PAGE 13

Saugonian celebrates 90th birthday

Sabino Procaccini recently celebrated his 90th birthday with members of his family, who are shown outside of his room at the Chestnut Woods Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center. (Courtesy Photo)

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A banner week for Saugus High seniors The names and faces of Class of 2020 members displayed on red banners get hung on utility poles around town

By Mark E. Vogler

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ad it not been for COVID-19, the Saugus High School Class of 2020 would be preparing right now for its June 5 commencement exercises. The need to practice social distancing while avoiding the crowds has led to the cancellation of all senior class events leading up to and including graduation.

ed what should be a time of celebration for these wonderful students,” the press release noted.

“Saugus Town Hall, along with the Board of Selectmen wanted to do something special out of respect for these special Saugonians and their hard work,” it continued.

The project began when Roxanne Falasca, the mother of a Saugus High senior, called on

with Jeff Cicolini, we brought the issue to Scott Crabtree,” Cogliano said.

“We asked if the town could fund the banners. And Scott was very supportive, as were all of the selectmen. This is a good sense of community spirit,” he said.

The discussion about the project has been going on for a few weeks, but, Cogliano said, he and others wanted to keep it under wraps so it would be a huge surprise for the seniors.“I’m glad we kept it quiet until they went up.

It’s something I think the town can be really proud of,” Cogliano said.

In his press release, Crabtree echoed Cogliano’s sentiments.

“We salute and congratulate the seniors,” Crabtree said.

“We’re very proud of your accomplishments, in addition I commend the Board of Selectmen for their compassion and commitment to our community,” he said.

The town paid Sachem Sign-

works to make the banners. Employees of the town’s Department of Public Works (DPW) installed them on electric light poles around Saugus Center and in the Cliftondale Square area.

Cogliano praised others who contributed to the project. Angela’s Coal Fired Pizza donat-

ed the pizza that fed DPW employees who were involved in the banner installation. “We also got some money from Wheelabrator, about $4,000, which has been set aside and can be used to do something special for the seniors when things get back to normal,” Cogliano said.

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SALUTING THE SENIORS: The COVID-19 health crisis has deprived the Saugus High School Class of 2020 of their graduation events this year. But this week, town officials made sure that people throughout the town will become familiar with the graduating seniors by displaying their faces on some 50 banners that have been attached to utility poles around Saugus Center and Cliftondale Square.

(Saugus Advocate Photo by Mark E. Vogler)

But this year’s 162 graduating Sachems won’t be forgotten – after a group of town officials came up with a unique plan to plaster their names and faces all over town. On Tuesday, Town Manager Scott C. Crabtree’s office issued a press release announcing the unveiling of about 50 Sachems red banners displaying the photos of the graduates.

“As many of you know, the Coronavirus pandemic upend-

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Board of Selectmen Chair Anthony Cogliano to see if something could be done to honor the Sachem athletes, according to Cogliano. “We approached a company to see if they could make the banner,” Cogliano said. “But as discussions progressed, we decided we would do the entire 12th grade class.”

Cogliano credited Selectman Jeffrey Cicolini with helping to develop the idea. “After talking

This week on Saugus TV

onday, May 4 at 8:30 p.m. on Channel 22 – Superintendent’s Special Report from May 4.

Tuesday, May 5 at 7 p.m. on Channel 8 – Cliftondale Congregational Church Service from May 3.

Wednesday, May 6 at 9 p.m. on Channel 8 – Kelly’s Corner: Senior Services Segments.

Thursday, May 7 at 8:30 p.m. on Channel 22 – Saugus Iron Works.

Friday, May 8 at 9 p.m. on Channel 8 – The Pitch Sports Talk Show from April 22.

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Joe is a third generation Saugus resident – and fourth generation Joe (IV). His greatgrandfather – Guiseppe/Joe Sr. – emigrated from Italy to the USA. Joe IV is a 2009 Saugus High School graduate. After graduation he attended Wentworth Institute of Technology in Boston, earning a Bachelor of Science degree in Architecture (2013) and a Master of Architecture degree (2014), He currently works at Bergmeyer Associates, a design collaborative located in Boston’s Seaport District, and recently became a licensed architect in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. Joseph and his wife, Katie, live on Baker Hill, where they welcomed their first daughter, Amelia, in March.

Part I of our interview, which ran last week, focused on Joe’s vision for improving the BHSD. In this week’s edition (Part II), Joe explains the purpose for each of the three Town Meeting Articles he introduced related to improving the BHSD. Q: Let’s take a closer look at these three Articles related to the BHSD. What are the changes of the first Article you have introduced? And what do you hope to accomplish through this amendment? What is its purpose?

A: My first proposed amendment, and most prominent, is to include a provision to state that all building proposals shall include a mix of uses, with the gross floor area of commercial uses not to be less than 30% of the total gross square footage

of the building.

As stated above, the use calculation of projects built so far under the BHSD overlay is approximately 92% residential versus 8% commercial. Our BHSD zoning bylaw does not specify commercial versus residential development in terms of percentages, ratios or incentives. I believe developers have taken advantage of the vague nature of our bylaws, which is a large reason Town Meeting voted in favor of the two-year moratorium last April. We also need to consider the current lack of public transit options at these developments to mitigate the increase in traffic, especially at commuting hours.

Route 1 is quite a unique road in terms of its make-up, and we must remember what it is: a commercial hub first. By requiring at least 30% of the square footage to be commercial use, it encourages and essentially forces developers to work together with their architects to design and present spaces that better integrate a more vibrant mix of uses that are not so residentially heavy.

As we saw at the Hilltop Avalon development, with such a large residential facility, the intent of the BHSD was lost as the commercial space became a detached single-story strip mall, the type of building that the bylaw specifically states as undesirable. That is not high-quality mixed-use development. While we saw a few new tenants come to Sau-

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ASKS | FROM PAGE 4 gus, including 110 Grill and Everybody Fights (coming soon), several of the tenants simply moved one strip mall over into the newer space, leaving several vacancies in the older strip mall, which will have a hard time attracting quality businesses. We’ve seen this pattern before.

Q: What are the changes of the second Article you have introduced? And what do you hope to accomplish through this amendment? What is its purpose?

A: The second Article is regarding vehicular access. I seek to amend the section of the bylaw as it relates to access to include and define “indirect access”. Therefore, the bylaw will read that no use/uses within the BHSD Zoning District shall have direct or indirect vehicular access other than by Route 1 and Route 99 to any residential zoning district or neighborhood, except for emergency vehicle access.

The BHSD bylaw provides excellent protections to residential neighborhoods as they relate to buffers and access. As some readers may know, I’ve been heavily invested in the Caddy Farms development that straddles the Saugus and Revere lines, and the primary issue there is access. I’m aware our Town Council and Town Manager are now working with the developer and City of Revere on a land use agreement. Assuming an agreement can be reached down the line that dictates that no access be made to residential neighborhoods, the developer’s next request will be to seek to rezone the Saugus parcels to the BHSD district, which will require a two-thirds vote in favor from Town Meeting to be implemented.

While a land use agreement may set restrictive covenants on the roads currently in question at Caddy Farms, I want our zoning bylaws to be abundantly clear to prevent any loopholes with future projects by clarifying the language in the “Access” section of the bylaw.

Our bylaw currently states that no direct access be made to preexisting residential neighborhoods within the BHSD. What about areas not zoned BHSD or indirect access to areas zoned BHSD? We cannot amend other municipality’s zoning, but we can add language to define and regulate indirect vehicular access in Saugus. I believe this amendment adds an additional layer of protection for residents that abut land that can potentially connect to the highway.

Q: What are the changes of the third Article you have intro-

duced? And what do you hope to accomplish through this amendment? What is its purpose?

A: The last Article I submitted pertaining to the BHSD would include a provision to state that all driveway entries that ingress and egress via Route 1 are highly encouraged to include an acceleration lane, deceleration lane, auxiliary lane or other similar design solution in collaboration with MassDOT for the purpose of improving vehicular safety, traffic flow, and efficiency.

As you see on Route 1 North between Essex Street and the DSW Plaza as well as the Walmart a mile north, acceleration and deceleration lanes have been built. These lanes significantly ease the ability to turn on and off Route 1 and merge at appropriate speeds.

With a highway as busy as Route 1, these design measures have significantly improved the flow of traffic. The days of flooring it so the person you cut off doesn’t hate you could be numbered if these design measures are implemented across the board in our built environment.

These lanes are noticeably absent at Hilltop and Essex Landing, though Essex Landing falls into the unique circumstance of having the Route 99 turn adjacent to merge onto Route 1. I think this design component is crucial on Route 1 and should be integrated into all future developments, where feasible. While the state (MassDOT) is responsible for all curb cuts onto Route 1, there is no reason this cannot be inserted as a highly encouraged design measure.

Q: Looking back, do you think the adoption of BHSD was a wise decision. Do you think it has, overall, been more of a benefit to the town? Or, has it had more adverse effects that contributed to the current moratorium?

I think the adoption of the BHSD in 2015 by Town Meeting was a forward-thinking move for the town and still find potential in successfully developing projects within the overlay. That’s why I’m proposing to amend it and not abolish it.

There’s a strong nostalgia associated with Route 1 or the Newburyport Turnpike (depending on your generation). The reality is, businesses will come and go and there’s an increasing competition outside of the boundaries of Saugus as many towns and cities around us host 21stcentury mixed-use lifestyle centers, such as Assembly Row in Somerville, MarketStreet in Lynnfield, Station Landing in Medford and soon Suffolk Downs in Revere.

As consumer needs alter, demographics change and

the town evolves, we need to adapt. I know this town has been historically apprehensive to change, though, but we need to look at our town and its geography and put it into perspective. We are eight miles away from Boston. People are being priced out and are moving to Greater Boston communities that are accessible to the city, such as Saugus.

Like it or not, change is simply inevitable. While Saugus may have once been a small suburban neighborhood decades ago, it’s not realistic or sustainable to continue to operate like that’s still the case. We can choose to resist change, or we can embrace it. I think it’s pretty easy to be jaded by this reality, but it’s my hope that people don’t view this town or Route 1 as a lost cause. There is plenty of untapped potential in town and ample opportunity to enhance it. We just need to do so in a responsible manner.

While the development on Route 1 has fallen short of expectations and certainly had some adverse effects on our town, with the right vision, a completed Master Plan, a staffed Planning and Development team and strong enforcement by the town via our Planning Board, it’s my belief we can effectively control how our built environment is developed and begin to craft a Route 1 we are proud of.

Q: Is there an urgency for passage of these Articles? What if they are not considered this year?

A: As mentioned previously, Town Meeting voted for a twoyear moratorium last April. We are a year into the moratorium. We’ve only recently hired a Town Planner, and the FY2021 budget shows that we have recently hired an Economic De-

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velopment Coordinator. I’ve pires, the Town will likely be been told that we are still 12-18 overwhelmed with proposals months away from a complet- for developments on Route 1. ed Master Plan. In a year from | SEE PAGE 6 now when the moratorium ex-

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ASKS | FROM PAGE 5 I was specific in my timing in pursuing these amendments to be approved at the Annual Town Meeting. I wanted to ensure that they are approved by the Attorney General and memorialized into the bylaw prior to the end of the moratorium and applicable to all new de-

velopments proposed in Saugus on the other side of that moratorium. This is, of course, contingent on a two-thirds majority vote by my peers in Town Meeting.

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A: I went through Article 21 with a fine-toothed comb, and the three Articles I am submitting are those I found most important to amend for the time being. I’m sure as Route 1 evolves in the coming years, further amendments may be necessary, but the future will tell.

As far as any further zoning amendments I’m planning to pursue in Saugus, my next target is Cliftondale Square. I’ve been a strong advocate for the revitalization of Cliftondale Square for years and believe significant improvements need to be made. On top of the many studies conducted over decades that have never been acted upon, the zoning is antiquated and is a big deterrent for any meaningful change to happen. Carefully scaled, sustainable mixed-use planning and development could transform the square positively and in a significant way. I look forward to collaborating with my colleagues in Precinct 2, our Planning & Development department, residents and other interested individuals over the next year to begin this effort with the goal of presenting the “Cliftondale Square Overlay District” at next year’s Annual Town Meeting. I spoke at length on the topic at the Selectmen’s Forum on February 25 and submitted a letter to the Board of Selectmen with my ideas on how to advance Cliftondale Square, a square that will predominantly serve the residents of Saugus. This will be a large undertaking, but I believe it’s an effort worth pursuing for the betterment of the square, my Precinct and the greater Saugus community. I

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Revere City Councilor At-Large Jessica Giannino is officially on the ballot for the Democratic Primary for State Representative, 16th Suffolk District

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OSTON – Last week, Revere City Councilor AtLarge, Jessica Giannino, submitted signatures to the Secretary of State, Bill Galvin’s office. The signatures were later certified, resulting in confirmation that Giannino will officially be on the September ballot for State Representative, 16th Suffolk District.

“I’m excited that we have officially qualified for the September 1st ballot, submitting well over the required 150 certified signatures to the MA Secretary of State. Knowing how strong and deep the support of my friends, neighbors and community runs validates our vision for the 16th Suffolk District. I am humbled by the incredible support that I have received,” said Giannino.

“Since announcing my candidacy for State Representative, I have been campaigning non-stop. The COVID-19 crisis has required Team Giannino to get creative while ensuring they comply with the appropriate protocols including social distancing and avoiding gathering in large groups.

“I’m thankful to all the voters in Chelsea, Revere and

Saugus who took the time to sign our nomination papers and look forward to meeting and continuing to work on issues that affect the quality of life of the residents of the 16th Suffolk District.”

About Jessica: Jessica began her career in politics as a City Councilor AtLarge for the City of Revere in 2012. In that time, she has worked on countless issues that impact the daily lives of the citizens of Revere, as well as ordinances that will impact generations to follow. In 2013 her inclusive style and strong leadership qualities prompted her colleagues to elect her Vice President of the Council. In 2016 and 2018, Jessica had the honor of serving as City Council President. During that time, she worked to ensure the agenda maintained a balance between protecting and growing the city’s economic base, without compromising the quality of city services to residents. Jessica believes it is her responsibility to ensure that Revere’s government is accountable to the people, financially responsible and forward thinking.

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The Coronavirus count Confirmed Saugus COVID-19 cases increase to 298; town receives news of seven more virus-related deaths

By Mark E. Vogler

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here were 104 new cases of Saugus residents testing positive for COVID-19 over the past week, bringing the total of confirmed cases to 298 – a 54 percent increase, according to new data released late Wednesday afternoon by the state Department of Public Health (DPH).

Meanwhile, the DPH notified the town that its death total from the virus had risen to 11 – an increase of seven over

the week. No information was available on the Saugus residents who died from the virus.

As of Wednesday, DPH officials reported 3,405 deaths statewide linked to COVID-19.

Cases cited at a local nursing home As of Wednesday night, there were 60,265 confirmed positive cases of COVID-19 in Massachusetts, including 8,380 in Essex County.

The Chestnut Woods Rehabilitation & Healthcare Cen-

ter, a Saugus nursing home licensed for 88 beds, had more than 30 cases of residents and staff testing positive for the virus, according to the DPH website. There were no reported COVID-19 cases at the Saugus Center Nursing Home.

The DPH has been releasing numbers of COVID-19 cases for all 351 municipalities, broken down by city and town, every Wednesday. The agency on its website will post the number of cases of people testing positive for COVID-19, and the number

Northeast Metro Tech partners with Route 1 Grill House to provide hot meals to students in need

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AKEFIELD – Northeast Metro Tech Superintendent David DiBarri is pleased to share that a local restaurant has partnered with Northeast Metro Tech to prepare and deliver hot meals to students in need.

Nor theast Metro Tech closed its facility in mid-March to prevent the spread of COVID-19, and all schools in Massachusetts have since been ordered by the state to remain closed.

To provide hot meals to student families in need, Route 1 Grill House in Saugus is preparing a different multicourse meal daily. Volunteer staff from Route 1 Grill House are delivering the meals, including owner Jeff Floramo, his son, Jeff Floramo, and his nephew, Anthony Floramo.

“I’d like to thank Route 1 Grill House and the Northeast Metro Tech staff who have come together to make sure our students and their families have hot meals during this time, which has been incredibly difficult and life changing

of cases per 100,000.

The 298 cases reported for Saugus averages out to a rate of 1,048.36 per 100,000, according to the data released Wednesday. But officials believe the numbers for most communities are substantially underreported because of the lack of aggressive testing for the virus. “The Saugus Health Department strongly believes that additional unrecognized cases DO exist in Saugus,” the town advised in its press release. “Due to the fact that they are undetected, some of these infected individuals may not be properly isolated or quarantined, which is why the state continues to strongly request that everyone stay at home unless it is essential, wear a cloth face cover over their face when around others, practice social distancing, avoid gatherings, and to follow the CDC and MDPH guidance.

“The Saugus Health Department expects those numbers to increase considerably during this surge, as does every other

community in Massachusetts.

“Again, this is a reminder that as the CDC and MDPH has warned everyone these couple of weeks in Massachusetts are when they expect the peak of the COVID-19 cases in the Commonwealth.”

For the sixth consecutive week since the first case of the deadly virus was reported in Saugus on March 19, the number of town residents testing positive for the killer virus escalated significantly.

How Saugus compares to neighboring communities As of press time yesterday, town officials were unaware of any additional deaths of Saugus residents infected with the virus since the four deaths reported earlier in the week.

Meanwhile, town residents are able to compare the number of COVID-19 cases confirmed in Saugus to neighboring cities and towns as well as communities of similar size by

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Saugus gardens in the pandemic What’s blooming in town this week to make your walks more enjoyable

By Laura Eisener

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he month of May really ushers in some of the lushest weeks of the year. Early lilacs are coming out, and their flowering will likely peak next week. Hardy flowering bulbs have showed up all over Saugus.

Crocuses were a bit scarce this year, their foliage and sometimes flowers and even bulbs gnawed by rabbits and other critters. Now we have the glorious daffodils and tulips. This year we need their cheery blossoms more than ever.

Daffodils have been planted many places in recent years in part because they are not favorites of deer and rabbits, so places like Nantucket often have had daffodil festivals, and some public gardens, like the John Quincy Adams House in Quincy and Tower Hill Botanic Garden in West Boylston, have acres of different varieties of daffodils in bloom.

The plantings here in town are not on such a grand scale, but every walk around town is likely to reveal a few new flowers coming into bloom. Walnut Place has a significant planting of traditional long trumpet daffodils, the kind

YELLOW BEAUTIES: Walnut Place, right along the edge of Route 1, has a significant planting of traditional long trumpet daffodils that can be adored this week.

(Courtesy photos to The Saugus Advocate by Laura Eisener)

we always think of when we hear Wadsworth’s poem, right along the edge of Route 1.

While yellow is the color we always think about with daffodils, later blooming varieties which have white, pink, orange and even green markings in their flowers can be found in small clumps in many places around town. Both daffodils and tulips have colorful petals and sepals.

The trumpet of a daffodil is actually fused petals, while the

perianth around it is made up of sepals.

Tulips come in a wide range of colors, just about every shade you can think of except true blue. There are even some very dark purple ones that are nearly black. There are even tulips with more than one color in the flower, and some have fringed or feathery edges to each blossom.

They do taste good to rodents, though, and are susceptible to some diseases, so are less like-

A STRIKING PLANTING: The most colorful shrubs in town as forsythias fade are the reddish purple PJM rhododendrons, which were visible this week at Saugus Commons on Main Street.

(Courtesy photos to The Saugus Advocate by Laura Eisener)

ly than daffodils to come back year after year.

Besides tulips and daffodils some other spring bulbs are blooming right now – the incredibly fragrant oriental hyacinths in purple, pink, white, yellow and variations on those colors are still blooming because of the cool weather. Their fragrance indoors is intense and for some people is delightful but for others overpowering. The smaller blue-lilac or white grape hyacinths have a

far subtler fragrance.

Syrup season may have been all but overlooked in this unusual spring, but the maples have not forgotten to bloom. Sugar maple’s flowers are greenish and often mistaken for emerging leaves, but red maple flowers, which also come out in early spring, are bright red. They are now gradually turning into samaras, or little winged seeds,

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An Early Pandemic

By The Old Sachem

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few weeks ago, I wrote of the Spanish flu, the pandemic of 1917-1920. I pointed out that the pandemic had three waves that appear to have started at Fort Devens in Ayer, Massachusetts, and spread throughout the world.

There have been many pandemics over the centuries. Plague is an ancient disease that was described during classical times as occurring in North Africa and the Middle East and Europe. It is sometimes presumed to be the disease behind several historic epidemics, such as the pestilence described as striking the Philistines in the biblical book of 1 Samuel.

My research found another devastating plague that occurred among the ancient Romans and led to the decline of the empire.

The disease occurred in A.D. 165 during the reign of Marcus Aurelius Antoninus and its cause is still unknown – quite possibly measles or smallpox. It is deemed responsible for the death of 3,000 Romans per day at its height.

A Greek physician, Galen, documented the outbreak in detail, although the beginning of the disease is, to this day, unknown, but some historians attribute it to China, like we hear today. The pandemic caused suffering for

two weeks of fever, vomiting, thirst, coughing and a swollen throat. Some of the victims suffered skin pustules, foul breath and black diarrhea. It caused the death of about 10 percent of the population of the Roman Empire at the time. The most powerful empire of the time was rendered helpless. The pandemic first appeared in the winter of 165 A.D., which is the apex of the Roman Empire.

During a siege of the city of Seleucia in modern day Iraq, Roman troops saw the locals and their own troops fall under a disease. Troops carried the pandemic to Gaul, and the legions along the Rhine River spread the disease throughout the realm.

The physician Galen had been away from Rome for two years, and upon returning in A.D. 168, the city was, according to him, in ruin. He published a treatise, “Methodus Medendi,” which described the horrors of the pandemic. He reckoned that the plague had a mortality rate of 25 percent, and that survivors developed immunity to the disease.

Many died within two weeks of catching the disease. As in our time today, many took advantage to assert false information about the disease. An account

by Lucian of Samosata of the re-

cords of the charlatan Alexander of Abonoteichus included a verse which was sent to all nations to halt the virus; it was to be written over doorways everywhere.

Christians also were branded because of their failure to worship the gods of Rome.

The outbreak appeared to end in A.D. 180, and it is thought that about one-third of the empire’s people died from the plague in some areas and about five million died overall. This caused a severe shortage in the Roman military, and the emperor was forced to recruit anyone healthy enough to fight, but the number of men were reduced by the plague. Slaves, gladiators and criminals were recruited into the ranks, and this untrained force later was defeated by the Germanic tribes, who were able to cross the Rhine for the first time in over two centuries. The economy was in free fall because of the disease, and this, too, weakened the empire. This was the first of three plagues that destroyed the Roman Empire.

A shortage of workers and soldiers and a floundering trade upon which the empire depended led to fewer taxes in support of the empire. Christianity actually rose during this period. Christianity emerged from the disease as the singular faith of the empire. The

expansive reach of the empire’s trade along efficient routes had a hand in spreading the disease.

As in every plague before and after, we find that overcrowded cities, which were (and are) seen as the epitome of culture created the closeness of people that quickly spread the disease and led to the demise of the largest empire the world had seen at that time.

If you have an interest in the history of plagues, you might also look to the Chinese plagues – probably of smallpox – in the reigns of Emperor Huan of Han and Emperor Ling of Han. Also, measles were prevalent to ancient populations. Other plagues

Page 9 of note are the Plague of Cyprian, the Third Pandemic (1855-1960) and the San Francisco plague of 1900-1904.

The world succumbs to natures horrific devices and we eventually suppress the disease, but not often eradicate it.

A Shout-Out The Old Sachem and Polly Currier Stewart had their 63rd wedding anniversary, Tuesday, April 28. They have lived in Ayer, Mass. (Camp Devens), Chitose, Hokkaido, Japan, Lynn and finally Saugus, with their six children: Will, Bob, Mike, Ellen, Tom and Charlie.

Cogliano teams with Kowloon, Wheelabrator to make food deliveries

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n a team effort Board of Selectmen Chairman Anthony Cogliano, Bobby and Donald Wong of Kowloon Restaurant and Jack Welsh of Wheelabrator have joined forces to deliver meals to Saugus residents who cannot leave home because of the COVID-19 pandemic. Multiple times a week, Cogliano and his group of volunteers deliver food to immunocompromised or otherwise vulnerable residents for whom a trip to the grocery store or a

takeout counter could be lifethreatening. In total, Cogliano delivers to roughly 25 to 30 families on a regular basis. Other participating restaurants include Prince Pizzeria, the Hammersmith Family Restaurant, Lendy’s Deli, La Vita Mia, Rino’s Place, Angela’s Coal Fired Pizza and Route 1 Grill House.

Anyone interested in learning more can contact Cogliano on Facebook or call him at 857-246-1305.

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THE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – Friday, May 1, 2020

The Sounds of Saugus

By Mark E. Vogler

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ere are a few tidbits that you might want to know about this week in Saugus.

A lot to “Shout-Out” about!

With all of the anxiety and stress of dealing with “social distancing” and worrying whether we are at risk OF COVID-19, I think it’s great when we receive multiple nominations for “An Extra Shout Out.” In any given week in Saugus, there are many positive things going. As the editor of a local community newspaper, I try to embrace the good, where credit is due. And it doesn’t matter who the contributor is. All readers are welcome.

For this week, we have these nominations, listed in the order in which we received them: Arthur Grabowski: “On his 92nd birthday...we recognize Carmine Moschella and his dedication to the town of saugus..high school teacher, high school assistant principal...service as a school committee member...many signs around town buildings and schools were made with woodworking artistry by Mr Moschella, including the lectern used at public meetings in the town hall...Carmine never really retired for many years, until just recently he ran a senior citizens workshop and woodworking clinic in the wood shop at Saugus High School...Happy Birthday Mr Moschella and many more.”

Jeannie Meredith: “Thank you Mr and Mrs Vannah, coowners of Russo’s Candies. We received a second donation of Easter candy for the Healthy Students Healthy Saugus this week. This candy will go home next week with the families on Thursday. We wish them well during these difficult times.

“A shout out to Greg Nicholas and Crystal Cakounes from the Youth & Recreation from the HS2 Board for delivering the meals to our families in need. We really appreciate you coming out during these difficult times to assist our families.”

Shirley Bogdan: “Driving thru Saugus Center this past week I noticed the new banners on the poles congratulating the graduating seniors.

What a nice jesture [sic], and my thanks to whoever [sic] idea it was.”

Maureen Noyes: “Just wanted to give an extra shout out to whoever had the idea of hanging the Senior banners in Saugus Center. That is so awesome! I’ve seen people with lawn signs but the banners are a great way to recognize these well deserving kids! Congratulations to ALL 2020 graduates – from preschool through Col-

lege! You all deserve it!”

Want to “Shout-Out” a fellow Saugonian?

This is an opportunity for our paper’s readers to single out – in a brief mention – remarkable acts or achievements by Saugus residents or an act of kindness or a nice gesture. Just send an email (mvoge@comcast.net) with the mention in the subject line of “An Extra Shout Out.” No more than a paragraph; anything longer might lend itself to a story and/or photo.

ceived similar messages: “Congratulations … on this tremendous accomplishment and we are all very proud to have you as our student. You bring pride to our school and community.”

Just to echo those high words of praise .... in a class of 162 students, you are the cream of the crop. Hats off, gentlemen. You will do Saugus High proud as you continue your education next year in college.

Books in Bloom at home This is the first spring in six

our volunteers & clients, and to limit personal contact & crowding/gathering, the food pantry has been distributing prebagged groceries,” said Wendy Reed, Clerk of the Saugus Board of Selectmen, who also oversees the operation of the all-volunteer food pantry.

“We understand clients may receive items they don’t want or need, but feel this is the best course of action to mitigate the potential spread of COVID-19.

Those in need, even for short

meals will be distributed every Monday (3 days worth of meals) and Thursday (2 days worth of meals) from 10am12pm. Please wear a mask/ face covering when picking up food. Again, these changes are to help reduce contact and limit how many times people are leaving their home…Please visit Healthy Students-Healthy Saugus Facebook page for updates.”

Food help for Veterans This just in from Saugus Vet-

Matthew Lanney, Valedictorian at Saugus High

A VIRTUAL “BOOKS IN BLOOM”: The Sixth Annual “Books in Bloom” event, which was scheduled for last month at the Saugus Public Library, was cancelled this year because of concerns about the deadly Covid-19. But Laura Eisener, who is a member of the Saugus Garden Club, still went ahead and provided us with five floral displays that her family would have entered. This week we present the final entry from Laura’s family – the third one she created.

(Courtesy Photo to The Saugus Advocate)

Ronald DiBiasio, Salutatorian for Class of 2020

A team to help hungry, homebound Saugus residents Board of Selectmen Chair Anthony Cogliano has put together a team of volunteers to deliver meals to Saugus residents who can’t leave home due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Cogliano has joined forces with Bobby and Donald Wong of Kowloon Restaurant and Jack Welsh of Wheelabrator Saugus to help immune-compromised or otherwise vulnerable residents for whom a trip to the grocery store or a takeout counter could be a life-threatening move, according to Lauren A. Birmingham of Birmingham Associates of Boston. Other local businesses contributing include Prince Pizzeria, the Hammersmith Restaurant, Lendy’s Deli, La Vita Mia, Rino’s Place, Angela’s Coal Fired Pizza and Route 1 Grill House, Birmingham noted in a press release this week.

“In total, Cogliano delivers to roughly 25 to 30 families on a regular basis…Those interested in learning more can contact Cogliano on Facebook or call him at (857) 246-1305,” she said.

Congratulations to Saugus High’s finest Saugus High School put out a tweet yesterday announcing its top two students in the Class of 2020: Matthew Lanney finished as head of the class as this year’s Valedictorian; Ronald DiBiasio is the Salutatorian, the second-highest ranked graduate of the class.

Matthew and Ronald re-

years that visitors to the Saugus Public Library couldn’t go and enjoy a “Books in Bloom” event, a unique exhibition where entrants match up books with floral displays. But over the past month, The Saugus Advocate has been offering a virtual Books in Bloom event where we practiced social distancing by running the photos of several exhibits that would have been on display.

This week we are featuring the fifth and final entry.

“The Tenderness of Wolves,”

by Stef Penney, a murder mystery and historical fiction set in 1867 Northern Territory Canada, is the centerpiece of Laura Eisener’s exhibit. The book is the 2006 Costa Book Awards Book of the Year winner. Laura uses white calla lilies in a “paper birch” pottery vase and more white calla lilies in a real birchbark-covered glass jar, birch and other branches and an oak bark cylinder picked up from the ground, with a wolf sculpture.

Food pantry still open The Saugus United Parish Food Pantry will continue to remain open on Fridays between 9:30 a.m. and 11:00 a.m. despite concerns over COVID-19. But it has made adjustments to protect its core of volunteers and the needy people who receive the food. “For the protection of

term or one-time assistance are encouraged to come.”

The food pantry is located in the basement of the Cliftondale Congregational Church at 50 Essex St. in Saugus.

Taking care of hungry students Julie Cicolini, a member of the Board of Directors for Healthy Students-Healthy Saugus (HS2), wants to make sure people in the community are aware of some recent program changes.

“Please be aware that Healthy Students-Healthy Saugus bags are now available on Thursdays instead of Fridays 10 a.m. to Noon,” she advised us this week.

“Whitsons food service, that has been managing the grab-ngo meals for students and HS2 weekend bag distribution during the school closure, will be moving to 2 days a week. This is to help reduce contact and limit residents from leaving their home to pick up food…HS2 will provide weekly, no contact, delivery on Thursdays to ensure those we serve receive their HS2 weekend bags and keep everyone home. Please visit Healthy Students-Healthy Saugus facebook page and send a message to be added to the delivery list.”

Grab-n-Go meals: “Grab-n-go breakfast/lunch

eran Services Officer Jay Pinette: “We want to share a couple of opportunities with you for food assistance that are being offered to Veterans and/or their surviving spouses. First, the Melrose-Wakefield-Saugus Veterans’ Services Offices partner with the Greater Boston Food Bank to provide food to Veterans and their surviving spouses on the third Wednesday of each month. The food market is generally held at the Saugus Senior Center, but given the current COVID-19 pandemic, we are currently offering a contactfree, drive-thru food pantry at Memorial Hall on Main Street in Melrose. If you are unable to pick-up, some limited deliveries may be available. This offering is year round. Please call the Saugus Veterans’ Service Office at 781-231-4010 or e-mail VeteransServices@saugus-ma.gov in order to register. Proof of Veteran status is required.

“In addition, there is now another offering for food assistance on the North Shore.

Many of you may have heard about the food distribution for Veterans that was held recently at Gillette Stadium. In order to make this more accessible to Veterans on the North Shore, the Veterans Northeast Outreach Center and Massachusetts Military Support Foundation Food4Vets are bringing the food drive to the North Shore and Merrimack Valley! They have partnered

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SOUNDS | FROM PAGE 10 together with local VSOs to offer assistance to Massachusetts Veterans experiencing limited access to food due to COVID 19. They will be holding drive-through food distribution events on Wednesdays beginning this week on April 22nd, 2020 in Haverhill. Distributions will be held on alternate weeks at Northern Essex Community College in Haverhill, and North Shore Community College in Danvers. The distribution will take place in the college parking lots. Veterans will need to pre-register using the respective Danvers and Haverhill links below.

“• 4/22/2020 Northern Essex Community College Haverhill, MA “• 4/29/2020 North Shore Community College Danvers, MA “• 5/6/2020 Northern Essex Community College Haverhill, MA “• 5/13/2020 North Shore Community College Danvers, MA “If you are a Melrose, Wakefield or Saugus Veteran and are unable to pick up food in either Haverhill or Danvers, please register and then contact Melrose Veterans’ Services at KBurke@cityofmelrose.org or SCaffey@cityofmelrose.org to arrange delivery assistance.”

To register: Danvers: https://clearpathnewsengland.formstack.com/forms/ food_supply_request_vneoc_ danvers Haverhill: https://clearpathnewengland.formstack.com/forms/ food_supply_request_vneoc_ haverhill Buy a brick to honor your Vets The Saugus War Monument Committee once again is sponsoring the Buy A Brick Program to honor all those who have served their country.

If you would like to purchase one in the name of someone who is presently serving or has served, in memory of a loved one or just someone from your family, school, etc., the general pricing is $100 for a 4” x 8” brick (three lines), $200 for 8” x 8” brick (five lines), and $500 (five lines) for a corporate brick. Each line is a maximum of 15 characters. The improvement and upkeep of the monument on the corner of Winter and Central Streets rely on the generosity of donors through fundraising.

The brick application must be in by Sept. 30 to ensure the bricks will be ready for Veterans Day. Please contact Frank Manning at 781-929-9723 for more information and applications.

THE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – Friday, May 1, 2020 Helping the Vets During these challenging times, your local Veterans’ Service Officers (VSOs) would like to share some information on a benefit program that is available to those who qualify. If you are a Veteran or the surviving spouse of a Veteran, the “Chapter 115 Benefits Program” is a Massachusetts state initiative that provides financial aid for Veterans and/or their surviving spouses who reside in Massachusetts and meet certain income and asset guidelines. Benefits may include monthly ordinary benefits and/or payment/reimbursement for medical expenses. Whether a person is laid off, in transition or living on a fixed income, the program is designed to provide short-term or long-term assistance as needed to provide relief. The program is overseen by the Massachusetts Department of Veterans’ Services (DVS), which runs the program in partnership with local VSOs. Every town or district in Massachusetts has a VSO. VSOs assist Veterans and their dependents in learning about, applying for and receiving Chapter 115 benefits. VSOs can also help you in applying for other benefits and connecting with local resources. Your local VSO handles applications, obtains program approval from DVS and provides local benefits.

The program is funded by a combination of state and local funds. DVS pays for 75%, and your city or town pays for 25% of the approved benefits.

There are income and asset limits for the program. As a general rule, income and asset requirements are as follows: family of 1 – monthly income less than $2,081and an asset limit of $5,000; family of 2 – monthly income less than $2,818 and an asset limit of $9,800. To determine if you may be eligible for financial assistance through the Chapter 115 program, visit the following link and follow the instructions – https://massvetben. org/ – or call your local VSO for more information.

The VSOs are also able to help Veterans apply for Federal VA benefits and local benefits and provide food assistance monthly. For example, did you know that if you own a home and have a VA-service-connected disability, you are eligible for a partial or full exemption of your property taxes?

“Please contact your local Veterans’ Service Officer for more information on any of the services mentioned. We are all here to assist. We are regularly checking voicemails and emails as we continue to work remotely and in our offices throughout COVID-19.

“Melrose: Karen Burke 781979-4186 “kburke@cityofmelrose.org “Wakefield: David Mangan 781-246-6377 “dmangan@wakefield.ma.us “Saugus: Jay Pinette 781231-4010 “jpinette@saugus-ma.gov” Annual Town Meeting Warrant remains open Because of COVID-19, selectmen are unable to set a date for the Annual Town Meeting – which is usually scheduled for the first Monday in May. This year that would have been May 4. So, Town Manager Scott C. Crabtree says Town Counsel John Vasapolli has advised the Board of Selectmen not to close the Warrant yet. That means residents who are interested in submitting Articles to be included on the Warrant for this year’s Annual Town Meeting have additional time.

And to make things easier and safer during these times where communities are observing the practice of social distancing, Crabtree says, anybody who is going to submit articles doesn’t need to collect signatures. “Just put them in the box,” Crabtree said, referring to the box near the steps of Town Hall where residents are also able to submit envelopes containing payment for taxes.

For more information you may contact the Selectmen’s Office at (781) 231-4124 or wreed@saugus-ma.gov.

Recyclers won’t touch contaminated bins/barrels Due to increasing contamination rates in curbside recycling, JRM will not collect any bin/barrel with contamination, according to Town Manager Scott C. Crabtree’s Office.

Bins should contain aluminum/steel cans, food and beverage cartons, bottles and jars, mixed paper, newspaper, magazines and cardboard, kitchen, laundry and bath plastic containers.

Please empty and rinse containers. Please remember: no plastic wrap or bags, clothing, hoses, Styrofoam, rigid plastic, kids’ toys, electronics, metal pans or glass dishes. These items would cause your bin/ barrel to be rejected.

Please contact Solid Waste/ Recycling Coordinator Lorna Cerbone at 781-231-4036 with any questions. For JRM Customer Service, please call 1-800-323-4285.

CHaRM Center/Compost site closed indefinitely The Town of Saugus’s Center for Hard To Recycle Materials (ChaRM) Compost/Recycling site will be closed indefinitely due to ongoing COVID-19 concerns. This is based on the Governor’s stay-at-home orders and social distancing and

other recommendations of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and Massachusetts Department of Public Health (DPH). The Town hopes to open the center as soon as possible. A notification will be sent with details when the CHaRM facility reopens.

“Residents may call Lorna Cerbone at the Solid Waste and Recycling Department at 781-231-4036 with questions or for more information. We thank you for your patience during this time and hope to be open for the season as soon as possible.”

A message from the Town Clerk Residents can’t get in to see Town Clerk Ellen Schena these days because of social distancing protocols. But the Town Clerk’s Office has left a special COVID-19 message on the Town Website: “The Town Clerk’s office will be processing all Vitals Records via mail. Please submit a mail-In request form or a letter requesting Birth, Death or Marriage Certificates and enclose a check or money for $10.00 (each copy) with a selfaddressed stamped envelope.

The Mail in request form can be found on the Town’s website under the Town Clerk’s page. The vital records request will be processed and mailed back to you.

“The Town Clerk’s Office will be processing Dog Licenses via mail. Please submit your dog application and a copy of your rabies certificate with a check with the appropriate fee of $12.00 or $15.00 per dog and with a self-addressed stamped envelope. The dog license will be processed and mailed back to you.

“The Town Clerk’s Office will be accepting Marriage Licenses by appointment only. If you are getting married within the next 60 [days] and require a marriage license, please call the Town Clerk’s office during Town Hall hours at 781-2314102/4103/4104 to schedule an appointment to come to Town Hall to complete the forms. Cost is $30.00 cash or check only.

“All voter registration can be down on line at https://www. sec.state.ma.us/ovr/ “Please call the Town Clerk’s office for any other questions.”

Time for the U.S. Census Town Clerk Ellen Schena has been reminding all residents to fill out and file their forms for the U.S. Census. The deadline has been extended to August on account of COVID-19.

But you can still do it by mail, email or phone – it is important to respond, though.

If you ignore it, you could find yourself being harassed and hounded by a Census work-

er making repeated trips to your home, as happened to me 10 years ago. If you are civic-minded, you don’t need me to explain why it’s incumbent upon you to fill out the Census form. The information you provide is used to determine how much communities receive in state and federal money for important resources, like public health, transportation and education, to name a few.

For more details, please visit www.my2020census.gov and do your part to make sure your town’s population count and other information being sought is complete.

Main attractions at the Saugus Public Library All programs and events scheduled at the Saugus Public Library are cancelled until further notice. Anyone who has books to return to the library gets a pass during the time the library is closed, according to Library Director Alan Thibeault, who requested that we provide this message to all potential library visitors: “One other thing: We ask that patrons hold onto any items they have borrowed and NOT return them to our book drops.

Additionally, while folks are passing time by cleaning out their homes, some have been dropping off old books and media at the Library. We ask patrons NOT to donate items to the library, please. Everything people leave here has to be disinfected and we don’t want to bring any of it into our facility.

Therefore, we will simply throw away any non-library items brought to us.

If anyone in town has any ideas they want to bounce off Thibeault, you can call him by phone at 781-231-4168 x3122 or email him at athibeault@noblenet.org.

Let’s hear it!

Got an idea, passing thought or gripe you would like to share with The Saugus Advocate? I’m always interested in your feedback. It’s been four years since I began work at The Saugus Advocate. I’m always interested in hearing readers’ suggestions for possible stories or good candidates for “The Advocate Asks” interview of the week. Feel free to email me at mvoge@comcast.net.

Do you have some interesting views on an issue that you want to express to the community? Submit your idea. If I like it, we can meet for a 15to 20-minute interview while practicing social distancing outside a local coffee shop.

And I’ll buy the coffee. Or, if you prefer to be interviewed from the safety of your home on the phone or via email, I will provide that option to you as the nation copes with the COVID-19 crisis.

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CORONAVIRUS | FROM PAGE 7 going to the Massachusetts Department of Public Health website at https://www.mass. gov/info-details/covid-19-response-reporting, then click on COVID-19 cases by city/town.

Here’s how nine area communities compare to Saugus: Lynn: 2,056 cases, 2037.60 per 100,000.

Revere: 1,123 cases,1,843.51 per 100,000.

Everett: 1,004 cases, 2,068.55

ASKS | FROM PAGE 6 encourage residents who have feedback or ideas to contact me directly at joevprecinct2@ gmail.com.

Q: What do you see as the biggest challenge or obstacle in the passage of these Articles?

A: Given the rapid development under the BHSD which ultimately fell short of our residents’ expectations and additional approvals of large apartment complexes, including the 40b Saugus Ridge project, which is another issue altogether, I don’t blame residents for lacking an appetite for any residential construction on or off of the highway at this point. While a natural knee-jerk reaction would be to abolish the bylaw altogether, eliminating it will not help in improving Route 1’s condition in the future. We need to think long term.

Those who do find value in the bylaw may debate the ratio of commercial use. I propose wanting it to be higher. A 70/30 ratio on paper seems unbalanced. I originally thought a 50% minimum for commercial use would be ideal. After consulting with Mr. Luongo and re-

MOSCHELLA | FROM PAGE 2 Cogliano wants to see him teach again The most familiar works he produced and donated to the town are the Board of Selectmen’s three-piece conference table and the handicapped-accessible lectern used for their meetings – both in the second floor auditorium at Town Hall.

Board of Selectmen Chair Anthony Cogliano recalled that Moschella was a Vice Principal when he graduated from Sau-

COVID-19 | FROM PAGE 1 or pharmacies, areas where it may be difficult for people to maintain a six-foot distance from others. But the governor has stopped short of issuing a mandate for people to wear masks or cover their faces in public. “This protects you

per 100,000.

Malden: 751 cases, 1,108.43 per 100,000.

Peabody: 611 cases, 1,095.66 per 100,000.

Saugus: 298 cases, 1,048.36 per 100,000.

Wakefield: 210 cases, 777.64 per 100,000.

Melrose: 157 cases, 542.84 per 100,000.

Reading: 190 cases, 691.31 per 100,000.

Lynnfield: 73 cases, 626.66 per 100,000.

Statewide totals: 6,0265 cases, 865.03 per 100,000.

(Data compiled by DPH and made public as of April 29, 2020, count and rate (per 100,000) of confirmed COVID-19 cases in Massachusetts by city/town, January 1, 2020– April 29, 2020.)

On its website, the DPH noted that the rate specifying the number of cases per 100,000 “provides a standardized way to compare the burden of disease in cities and

searching local precedent, the issues of feasibility, tenant vacancy, and flexibility were addressed. Researching local zoning codes, there is a section in the Lynnfield zoning code that requires at least 25% of the building area to be composed of retail space. In Wakefield, 20% is required for mixed-use developments. Melrose uses a square footage incentive where the allowable square footage is increased when commercial use is present. With that, 30% seemed like an appropriate number in line with the areas surrounding us but requiring a higher percentage being located on a commercial corridor, such as Route 1.

I think these amendments do nothing but improve the BHSD, which I firmly believe is a positive, forward-thinking step Saugus Town Meeting took in 2015 when they adopted it. The area was studied by the Metropolitan Area Planning Council (MAPC), who is a regional planning agency who has worked with over 100 communities across the state. They are also responsible for furnishing our Master Plan. They developed the draft zoning bylaw that was ultimately adopted

by Town Meeting. The due diligence was done. Now we need to take control and ensure that implementation is responsible and successful moving forward.

Q: Anything else that you would like to share about the four proposed Articles you have submitted for this year’s Annual Town Meeting?

A: For starters, thank you for reaching out to me to publicize the issues I find to be important in our town and giving me a platform to take a deep dive into them. I feel these amendments to the BHSD will have a positive impact on future Route 1 development, and I’m happy to share them publicly.

All I have to say to my colleagues in Town Meeting – whenever and wherever we may meet – is that I hope you will consider these amendments as I’ve done my due diligence, collaborated with multiple community members and professionals with different backgrounds and carefully crafted these Articles to be targeted, direct and effective. I hope you find this to be true as well. To my colleagues, constituents, friends and family: Hang in there, stay safe and wash your hands!

gus High School back in 1984.

“He was and is a person that was easy to look up to,” Cogliano said.

“Very outgoing, personable and extremely dedicated to the students and the Town of Saugus on a whole. I recall being a young member of the Board of Selectmen back in the mid-90s when we moved our meetings from the Old Senior Center to the renovated Town Hall Auditorium,” he said.

“Carmine made all the desks for the new facility, the desks

that the Board still sits at today.

He’s a perfectionist with woodworking, and I hope we can find him a new location so he can continue to do what he loves best…TEACH,” he said.

“Happy Birthday my friend, I look forward to having our meetings in a public setting sometime soon so we can honor you for your many years of dedicated service to our Town of Saugus.”

If Cogliano has his way, Moschella’s latest retirement may be short-lived.

from others and protects others from you,” Baker said at a recent press conference. “It works both ways.”

More than two dozen communities have adopted local regulations that require masks and face coverings for people in public. They include a number of communities in Essex

County: Beverly, Essex, Lawrence, Middleton, Peabody and Salem. In most of the communities with face mask or face covering requirements, violators face fines of up to $300. In Peabody, failure to wear a face mask or face covering can result in a harsh penalty of up to $1,000 per offense.

towns regardless of the size of their population.” The DPH stressed “these are reported cases only.”

Please follow CDC and DPH guidance to prevent COVID-19 illness by: • Cleaning your hands often for at least 20 seconds • Avoiding touching your eyes, nose and mouth • Staying at least six feet between yourself and others • Staying home as much as

Page 13 possible – only leave for essential reasons • Covering your mouth and nose with a cloth face cover when around others The Town of Saugus has posted “Please stay healthy and please call us with any needs.

We are her [sic] for you. For more information, contact the Saugus Health Department at (781) 231-4117 and/or the Town Manager’s office at 781231-4111.”

Changes To Required Minimum Distribution Rules

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he Secure Act (Setting Every Community Up for Retirement Enhancement) may very well have the largest impact on retirement accounts since the passage of the Pension Protection Act in 2006.

Although the Secure Act did away with the IRA stretch provisions that allowed beneficiaries to stretch out distributions from the IRA account over their lifetimes, it also increased the age at which IRA account holders are required to take out minimum distributions (RMD’s).

Section 114 of the Act increases the age at which an IRA owner or participant in an employer-sponsored retirement plan must begin taking RMD’s from 70 ½ to 72. Participants in 401(k), 403(b) and similar Non-IRAbased employer-sponsored plans will still be able to delay taking RMD’s provided they are still working and meet the requirements of Internal Revenue Code Section 401(a)(9).

The new required beginning date for taking RMD’s is now April 1 st following the year in which the IRA owner reaches age 72. If you choose to take an RMD in the following year on or before April 1st, you will

still have to take another RMD in that same year representing the age 73 RMD. This would double up your RMD for that particular year possibly putting you in a higher income tax bracket.

Therefore, it might not be to your advantage to defer taking your RMD in the year you actually turn age 72. You might also get hit with IRMAA (Income Related Monthly Adjustment Amount) thereby increasing the amount of your monthly Medicare Part A premium.

For anyone that actually turned 70 ½ in 2019, the RMD’s still need to be taken in 2020 if not already taken in 2019. The Secure Act does not allow those individuals to delay RMD’s until age 72. The life expectancy tables have not changed under the Secure Act. These are the tables used to determine the amount of the RMD to be taken each year.

Some individuals may wish to take more out of their IRA accounts than the RMD’s.

Why? For Estate/Medicaid planning in order to transfer assets to children. Parents may also be in a low tax bracket so taking more money out of IRA accounts now might make sense. Income tax rates could increase with future changes in the tax law.

Someone has to pay the income taxes on IRA distributions. Sometimes it makes more sense for the IRA owner to pay the tax and not the children. Asset protection is always a consideration as maybe older Americans are very concerned about nursing home placement and do not have long-term care insurance. They are looking to transfer assets out of their name sooner than later.

Joseph D. Cataldo is an estate planning/elder law attorney, Certified Public Accountant, registered investment advisor, AICPA Personal Financial Specialist and holds a masters degree in taxation.

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Moulton urges residents to “keep up the fight� against COVID-19 Dear Editor: Two months in, we’re starting to hit what experts are calling the “surge,� which is hopefully the peak of the COVID-19 cases we will see, with an eventual plateau and then decline. In other words, what we are doing is working. We are starting to reap the benefits of nearly two months of social distancing, shared sacrifice and the heroic efforts of frontline workers.

Our support systems are starting to work a little better, too.

The state began allowing selfemployed residents to apply for unemployment, which is a good step forward. Congress recently voted on another round of disaster relief for the Paycheck Protection Program, which provides loans to small businesses but ran out of money faster than expected. I’m finishing this message on the flight down to vote for the bill. It’s wholly unacceptable that people can’t get help because of inaction in Washington and this vote is just the first step of what’s needed next.

As we make progress against this virus, it will be tempting, especially as the weather gets warmer and the news gets a little bit better, to stand down and

start relaxing social distancing.

Let’s keep up the fight.

It’s vital that we listen to the science. I have heard from many of you in the last week who are angry at the protestors storming state capitals around the country demanding that their communities reopen. I hear you, especially since the president magnified this reckless behavior by tweeting over the weekend to encourage the protests.

But I take comfort in the fact that the nation is less divided than the few, loud, fringe conspiracy theorists might lead you to believe. The group that is taking to the streets and demanding that we ignore science and go back to life as normal represents just a small fraction – 14 percent – of Americans who don’t support social distancing.

We learned this week this sentiment has legs partially because it is the result of a disinformation campaign from our adversaries, and you better believe my team and I are working on ways to combat that.

I raise this with you to point out that last couple of months have shown us a lot about our country and the character of its people. We often hear about

how divided we are, but in this crisis, Americans have caught a glimpse of the America I saw when I served in the Marines.

Though we are diverse, we have far more in common than the few things that make us different, and we can come together for a common mission. We don’t have a perfect nation, but so many of us are willing to do our part to help build one.

I’m confident the spirit of our country is on display, not through the White House’s division and inaction, but through Americans everywhere shopping for each other, checking in on old friends, and staying inside to keep a stranger from getting sick. You see it at hospitals where health care workers are volunteering for different assignments to treat patients with the virus despite shortages of protective equipment. You see it at grocery stores where people still show up to work. And throughout the nation, where communities are supporting local businesses and restaurants.

That gives me a lot of hope for our country and its future. It’s proof we are better than our

RESIDENTS | SEE PAGE 16

THE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – Friday, May 1, 2020

by Jim Miller

OBITUARIES Joseph D. Favuzza

Social Security Offers Lump Sum Payouts to Retirees

Dear Savvy Senior, In light of the stock market crashing, I’ve heard that Social Security offers a lump-sum payment to new retirees who need some extra cash. I have not yet filed for my retirement benefits and would like to investigate this option. What can you tell me?

Seeking Cash Dear Seeking, There is indeed a little-known Social Security claiming strategy that’s been around for many years that can provide retirees a lump-sum benefit, but you need to be past your full retirement age to be eligible, and there are financial drawbacks you need to be aware of too.

First, let’s review the basics. Remember that while workers can begin drawing their Social Security retirement benefits anytime between ages 62 and 70, full retirement age is 66 for those born between 1943 and 1954, but it rises in two-month increments to 67 for those born in 1960 and later. You can find your full retirement age at SSA.gov/pubs/ ageincrease.htm.

At full retirement age, you are entitled to 100 percent of your benefits. But if you claim earlier, your benefits will be reduced by 5 to 6.66 percent every year you start before your full retirement age. While if you delay taking your benefits beyond your full retirement age, you’ll get 8 percent more each year until age 70.

Lump Sum Option If you are past full retirement age, and have not yet filed for your benefits, the Social Security Administration offers a retroactive lump-sum payment that’s worth six months of benefits.

Here’s how it works. Let’s say for example that you were planning to delay taking your Social Security benefits past your full retirement age of 66, but you changed your mind at 66 and six months. You could then claim a lump-sum payment equal to those six months of benefits. So, for instance, if your full retirement age benefit was $2,500 per month, you would be entitled to a $15,000 lump sum payment.

If you decided at age 66 and three months that you wanted to file retroactively, you’d get only three months’ worth of benefits in your lump sum, because SSA rules prohibit you from claiming benefits that pre-date your full retirement age.

Drawbacks The downside to this strategy is that once you accept a lump-sum payment, you’ll lose the delayed retirement credits you’ve accrued, and your future monthly retirement benefit will be reduced to reflect the amount you already received.

It will also affect your future survivor benefit to your spouse or other eligible family members after you die.

You also need to consider Uncle Sam. Depending on your income, Social Security benefits may be taxable, and a lump-sum payment could boost the amount of benefits that are taxed.

The federal government taxes up to 50 percent of Social Security benefits at ordinary income tax rates if your combined income – defined as adjusted gross income plus nontaxable interest income plus half of your Social Security benefits – exceeds $25,000, and up to 85 percent of benefits are taxable if combined income exceeds $34,000. For married couples, the comparable income thresholds for taxing benefits are $32,000 and $44,000.

To help you calculate this, see IRS Publication 915 “Social Security and Equivalent Railroad Retirement Benefits” at IRS. gov/pub/irs-pdf/p915.pdf, or call 800-829-3676 and ask them to mail you a copy.

In addition, if the lump-sum payment of retroactive Social Security benefits boosts your yearly income beyond the $85,000 level, it will increase your future Medicare premiums too. See Medicare.gov/Pubs/pdf/11579-medicare-costs. pdf for details.

Send your senior questions to: Savvy Senior, P.O. Box 5443, Norman, OK 73070, or visit SavvySenior.org. Jim Miller is a contributor to the NBC Today show and author of “The Savvy Senior” book.

Center for the care and compassion they provided.

In lieu of flowers, donation in his name may be made to Alzheimer’s Association, 309 Waverly Oaks Road Waltham, Mass. 02452.

Anthony W. Celentano “Tony” “Sonny” Celentano

Age 88 of Saugus, passed away April 18, 2020 at Courtyard Nursing Care Center in Medford. He was the husband of the late Geraldine (Myette) Favuzza and the son of the late Frank and Josephine (Russo) Favuzza and brother of the late Jean Hunt.

Joseph graduated from Saugus High School in 1950. Joe was an avid trumpet player and the leader of the SHS marching band. After high school he went on to serve in the United States Navy on the Destroyer, USS Hyman during the Korean War from 1951-1955. In June 1957 he married Geraldine Myette and graduated from The Bentley School of Accounting and Finance with an Associate’s Degree in Accounting. While working, he later attended Northeastern University in the evenings and received his Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting in 1964.

In 1960, Joe began working as an accountant with Novelty Bias Binding Company of Chelsea, a division of National Fabrics of America Corp., becoming its President in 1991 until his retirement in 1997.

Joe, a lifelong resident of Saugus, was actively involved in the town.

He was a member of the Finance Committee, Town Meeting and the Housing Authority. He was an active member of the Knights of Columbus, a Board of Director of the Saugus Co-operative Bank and Eucharistic Minister at St. Margaret’s Parish. He also enjoyed playing golf.

He is the father of Joseph G. Favuzza “Jay” of Wilmington, his wife Lisa and sons Joseph and Jeffrey, John Favuzza of Peabody, his wife Diane and daughters Jocelyn and Janelle, Robert Favuzza and his wife Maureen and daughters Allyson and Cara and son Robert and Nicole Goc (Favuzza) and her husband Jonathan and sons Joshua and Zachary and daughters Madison and Samantha. He also leaves many nieces, nephews and cousins.

The family will be forever grateful to his dear friend Janice Sikorski who was always there for him.

Together they enjoyed their yearly trips to Aruba, dining out, going to the grandkids sporting events and getting together with family and friends to celebrate life’s milestones. Janice and her sister Judy Nolan will forever be a part of the Favuzza family.

The family would also like to thank the staff at Courtyard Nursing Care

Of Saugus, age 84, passed away on April 26. Beloved husband of the late Anna (Naples). Loving father of James Celentano and his fiancée Connie Kotrotsios of Lynn and ToniAnn Coco and her fiancé Anthony Ferrante of Saugus and the late Anthony W. Celentano.

Brother of Esther “Dolly” DelSapio of Saugus. Brother-in-law of Virginia Fichera and the late Rose Mellace and John Naples. Proud grandfather of two grandsons: CJ and Dominic Coco. Anthony was a veteran of the United States Navy Seabees. After the service he joined the Carpenters Local Union and started his career in commercial construction. He had his own company called TRT Construction in Boston for many years. Anthony’s family was his pride and joy.

He especially enjoyed being part of his two grandson’s lives. Nothing pleased him more than gathering with family and friends for a good Italian meal. Anthony was a lifelong Patriots and Red Sox fan.

He enjoyed bowling with his friends at Wakefield Bowladrome.

Anthony will be remembered for his kindness and gentle loving spirit. In lieu of flowers, donations in Anthony’s memory may be made to JDRF (Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation).

Maureen LaVoie Age 72, of Saugus passed away on April 17 after suffering complications of COVID-19.

Daughter of the late Norbert and Blanche (St. John) LaVoie. Beloved mother of the late Jennifer Prezioso. Dear sister of Audrey Patch and Christine LaVoie both of Saugus, and the late Dorothy McDonough. Grandmother of Jeremy and Rebecca Prezioso, both of Saugus. Aunt of Harold Patch III of Peabody, Justin, Darcy, and Jillian Patch all of Saugus, and Craig McDonough of New Bedford. Survived by many aunts, uncles, and cousins.

In lieu of flowers, donations in Maureen’s memory can be made to the charity of your choice.

1. What one of the Seven Wonders of the World is known as The Sleeping Dragon?

2. On May 1, 1707, what two countries joined to make a kingdom?

3. What condiment name is also a spring holiday’s name?

4. Which state capital is nearest the equator?

5. On May 2, 1729, what “Great” Empress was born?

6. Who is Rocket J. Squirrel better known as?

7. What circus entrepreneur was jailed for libel when he was a newspaper editor?

8. On May 3, 1952, what racing event was first televised nationally?

9. Who has hosted “High Rollers,” “Concentration” and “Jeopardy!”?

10. On May 4, 1814, Emperor Napoleon arrived on what island to begin his exile?

11. How are ramen, soda and udon similar?

12. On May 5, 1961, who became the first American in outer space?

13. Cooperstown, N.Y., is known as the birthplace of what sport?

14. In the film “Grand Hotel” what actress said, “I want to be alone”?

15. On May 6, 1940, John Steinbeck received a Pulitzer Prize for what novel?

16. What museum has the original teddy bear named after President Teddy Roosevelt?

17. On May 7, 1840, what Russian composer of “Swan Lake” was born?

18. In what year did the Boston Marathon begin: 1897, 1950 or 1972?

19. Irishman Samuel Beckett originally wrote the play “Waiting for Godot” in what language?

20. In her 1880 children’s book “Jack and Jill,” who wrote about May baskets that “it was the custom of the children to hang them on the doors of their friends the night before May-day”?

ANSWERS 1. The Great Wall of China 2. England and Scotland (Great Britain) 3. Mayo (Cinco de Mayo) 4. Honolulu, Hawaii 5. Catherine the Great, Empress of Russia 6. Rocky of the “Rocket & His Friends” cartoon series 7. P.T. Barnum 8. The Kentucky Derby 9. Alex Trebek 10. Elba in Tuscany, Italy 11. They are Japanese noodles.

12. Alan Shepard 13. Baseball 14. Greta Garbo 15. “The Grapes of Wrath” 16. The Smithsonian 17. Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky (he conducted Carnegie Hall’s inaugural concert on May 5, 1891) 18. 1897 19. French 20. Louisa May Alcott

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RESIDENTS | FROM PAGE 14 leaders would have us think.

At the same time, this crisis has shined a harsh light on how much work we have to do.

You’re more likely to get coronavirus and to die from it in America if you’re a person of color. This virus has preyed upon the housing and healthcare inequities in the United States, not to mention all those of economics and education. These existed long before now. There is a lot more that we need to fix. I want to share this article with a provoc-

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So, keep the faith. We don’t know how long this is going to last. But everyone is fighting this virus hard and, for the most part, we are standing together. We are starting to gain ground, and we have a lot of fight left in us.

Keep going, Seth Moulton Congressman

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GARDENS | FROM PAGE 8 which we opened and put on our noses when we were little. Red maples, sugar maples and silver maples are three very common native street trees in Saugus.

Several streets in Lynnhurst have very old silver maples. Red maples, which have green leaves through the summer, often turn a brilliant red in the fall although they can also have combination yellow and red fall color or even all yellow. Non-native Norway maples were commonly planted on

streets for years, though they are considered invasive now, and they will soon be opening yellow-green flowers. Most Norway maples will soon be developing green leaves, but several streets off of Lynn Fells Parkway have “Crimson King” Norway maples that will have burgundy leaves.

The most colorful shrubs in town as forsythias fade are the reddish purple PJM rhododendrons.

They have kept their small leaves all winter. The flower buds were formed last spring, but they are just beginning to open now. Every neighborhood has some, but

a particularly striking planting can be found at Saugus Commons on Main Street.

PJM rhododendrons were developed by Weston Nurseries in Hopkinton, Mass., by crossing a North American native Carolina rhododendron with an azalea from Asia that was particularly tolerant of cold weather, and the resulting plant became popular all across the country. They are among the earliest evergreen shrubs to bloom. They are closely related to the larger leaved Catawba hybrids that usually bloom in June, and to Azaleas, most of which

bloom in May or June depending on species. They are also slightly more distant relatives of Japanese andromeda, whose white, bellshaped flowers are also in bloom around this time of year.

Common lilacs, with their intensely fragrant flowers, are usually at peak around Mother’s Day. Besides the pale purple color we all call“lilac,”the blossoms of some varieties are darker purple, wine red, light pink or white. The leaves have mostly emerged by the time the lilacs bloom. In the 18th and 19th centuries it was customary to plant lilacs at the corners of new hous-

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Editor’s Note: Laura Eisener is a landscape design consultant who helps homeowners with landscape design, plant selection and placement of trees and shrubs, as well as perennials. She is also a member of the Saugus Garden Club and offered to write a series of articles about “what’s blooming in town, since so many people have taken to walking the streets in their neighborhoods as a way to get some exercise and get out of the house!”

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