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Author: Jim Mitchell

At last week’s Ahavas Sholom Sisterhood meeting, the focus was on the celebration of Purim, which was observed this year from sundown March 2 to sundown March 3. The holiday celebrates the rescue of the Jewish population from a planned mass murder in the Persian Empire in the 5th century BC, requested by Persian Prime minister Haman, but thwarted by Queen Esther, the Jewish wife of King Ahasuerus, just in time to save her community. At the Sisterhood meeting, one of the attendees is crowned annually as Queen Esther, and this year Joanie Allbee (wearing the tiara) was the choice. Seen with her is Bob Leroe, who spoke about a heroic female spy during World War II, and Maureen Appel, president of Congregation Ahavas Sholom. (Photo courtesy of Laura Eisener)

The Sounds of Saugus

March 26, 2026
By Mark E. Vogler   Good morning, Saugus Part of me wanted to chill out last Saturday at a local coffee shop in Methuen
THE SEAT OF SAUGUS TOWN GOVERNMENT: The 50-member Town Meeting is the legislative branch of Saugus Town Government and convenes on the first Monday in May each year for a series of meetings to approve zoning articles and resolutions and to pass the town’s municipal budget. (Saugus Advocate photo by Mark E. Vogler)

Countdown Till Saugus Town Meeting

March 26, 2026
Editor’s Note: The 2026 Annual Town Meeting convenes on Monday, May 4. As a special service to our readers and the registered voters of
Debra Panetta (in blue), president of the Saugus River Watershed Council, presents William Leuci with the stewardship award as members of his family and Mary Lester gather for a photo. (Gabriella Galbadis photo to The Saugus Advocate)

Saugus River Watershed Council Honors

March 26, 2026
Two receive this year’s Environmental Stewardship Awards   By Gabriella Galbadis   William Leuci and Stephanie Shalkoski were given Stewardship Awards for their years
SAUGUS HISTORY AND GIRL SCOUT COOKIES: Members of the MEG Foundation offered a true taste of the town at their table. From left to right are Rhonda Combe, Janice Jarosz and Patty Staples. (Saugus Advocate photo by Mark E. Vogler)

A Town Displays Its Diversity

March 26, 2026
The First Annual Saugus Community Festival draws several hundred residents to Saugus Middle High School   By Mark E. Vogler   Last Saturday’s visit
AN UNSATISFIED CUSTOMER: Board of Selectmen Vice Chair Anthony Cogliano was visibly irked about the recent spike in his water bill and expressed his concerns to fellow board members at Tuesday night’s meeting. (Saugus Advocate photo by Mark E. Vogler)

The Water Bill Blues

March 26, 2026
Selectman Anthony Cogliano questions the accuracy of a potential $7,000 water bill he worries he may have to pay   By Mark E. Vogler
Revere City Seal

Revere City Council Roundup

March 26, 2026
By The Advocate   The City Council met this week with Jim McKay, the outdoor lighting manager for National Grid, to discuss double utility

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