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The city of Malden has a large, diverse and growing population which includes a considerable percentage of young people who yearn to learn, play and compete in a variety of athletic endeavors. Whether it is on an instructional basis, or in competition against other youth, they want to be on the fi eld. Their parents and caregivers want them to be on the fi eld as well. But at present, there is simply not enough accessible fi eld space in the Malden community to accommodate their needs and desires adequately. Whether they are at the youth sports level to the high school teams, their opportunities to participate in physical activity are diminished and reduced for this very reason. Consider this. Since the concept of rehabilitating Roosevelt Park on Salem Street by completely renovating the entire parcel and installing a state-of-the-art synthetic turf playing surface was fi rst suggested – way back in 2010 – an entire generation of young people, from preschool to high school graduation, 13 years total, has been denied those opportunities. Due to delays and challenges to the Roosevelt Park Rehabilitation Project, which was reintroduced in 2018, this year's high school graduating class of 2023 has gone their entire four years of secondary education and more without access to the park with its full use. These delays have come to a project which has been delayed due to a myriad of regulatory challenges and allegations which PARK | SEE PAGE 4 City to Honor Nations Fallen Heroes on Memorial Day Advocate Staff Report P lease join the Malden community as we remember and honor the men and women who gave the ultimate sacrifi ce for our Nation’s freedom on Memorial Day, Monday, May 29, at 10 a.m. at Forest Dale Cemetery. The Ceremony will include Above, Black Excellence Award recipient Witche Exilhomme (left) is shown in his Malden High classroom with Malden Mayor Gary Christenson (right) and Malden Recreation Coordinator Joe Levine (center). By Steve Freker M alden’s Witche Exilhomme has been named a recipient of the 2023 Black Excellence on the Hill Award. The award recognizes black community leaders who have demonstrated an exceptional commitment to improve their communities and the Commonwealth. Exilhomme, a longtime Malden resident who is a 2012 Malden High School graduate, also is in his third year as Football Head Coach at his alma mater, as well as serving as an educator in the History Department at MHS. The former three-sport MHS standout was nominated for the award by Malden State Representative Steve Ultrino (D-33rd Middlesex). The Black and Latino Legislative Caucus has bestowed the award on worthy nominees who, like Exilhomme, have made signifi cant impact on their communities. Exilhomme recently joined other awardees from across the state at a ceremony held at the State House attended by Rep. Ultrino and other members of the Malden state legislative delegation. Exilhomme also was recognized in his hometown in an appreciation gathering on Friday at Malden High School, his “base of operations.” At that gathering, Malden High School Principal Chris Mastrangelo read the official citation from the state House of Representatives – signed by House Speaker Ronald Mariano – recognizing Exilhomme. It read: “Be it hereby known to all that the Massachusetts House of RepresentaAWARD | SEE PAGE 10 several unveilings. The fi rst will be of a plaque in honor of Malden Marine Lance Corporal Edward M. Garvin. Then there will be the dedication of two life-size bronze statues to honor all the Memorial Day men and women who served during Operation Desert Storm, Operation Iraqi Freedom, Operation Enduring Freedom and the many other military operHONOR | SEE PAGE 4 ׉ 7cassandra://wjNPF_mAYCWZdYUaOAwV56eKJwjUwY76yBr4XwlZgqM.X`̰d]Tl#x}d]Tl#x| PבCט(u׉׉ 7cassandra://jqJV9pfz0g8fya2rN3cI6YpOXiFx5ZDRWmI5xJCMDMU`)׉ 7cassandra://F0Hc6xmlxB3DoDSzI7Mf4cZ6E86ymFGAaaZ9SFrbZqU͛`J׉ 7cassandra://kKM-YfL_x9QG0xfKyql2_lAvFX-Y1GNydRiDdqm3OQY-m`̰׉ 7cassandra://NjEztjXi0ku-om8qBu5Cr20A1YqB6Gikh0beip2y2kEj͠d]Tn#xט((u׉׉ 7cassandra://Zn0ZJy5ibDbVATuA7DedMQBZcq9eINLuzgZR3vf8EIA`)׉ 7cassandra://5wWf_Ep0NDhzYqFOv0EDPk1KynPp06ekXXErG2ZSINc͙`J׉ 7cassandra://qt5skdFqF2iUIso_DX4WhoPyvndbMnk1bxNPDvjphqY-`̰׉ 7cassandra://W3p5kehD7zGPPAk8DqqtbDxWaGesRSMnppsuH0-KqSs%͠d]Tp#xנd]Tp#x qf 9ׁHhttp://www.angelosoil.comׁ ׁ Ј׉EPage 2 THE MALDEN ADVOCATE–Friday, May 12, 2023 Malden to use transliterated candidates’ names on the Ballot with the 2023 Municipal Election 9 B 8 Norwood St. Everett (617) 387-9810 Kitchen Hours: Monday - Saturday 4:00 PM - 8:00 PM Closed Sundays (Except 5/14) Join us on Sunday, May 14th Open at 1:00 PM Treat Mom to our famous Surf & Turf featuring Ribeye with Two Stuffed Shrimp and Roasted Potatoes. 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Member FDIC | Member DIF All Deposits Are Insured In Full. on Saturday, May 20, from 12:00 to 4:00 p.m. The festival will feature a variety of live music, art and fun activities. The live music lineup will include Alexus Lee, Rusty Scott and Carlos Parada and friends. Alexus Lee is a soulful singer-songwriter who has performed at venues all over the Boston area. Rusty Scott is a jazz organist who has played with some of the biggest names in jazz, including Dizzy Gillespie and Stan Getz. Carlos Parada is a Latin percussionist who has performed with artists like Celia Cruz and Tito Puente. In addition to live music, the festival will also feature a variety of art vendors and children’s activities. The art vendors will sell a variety of handmade items, including paintings, sculptures and jewelry. The Maplewood restaurants will offer options for Latin American, Caribbean and Chinese food as well as affordable food lunch specials for pizza and burgers. The children’s activities will include face painting, balloon animals, and costumed characters ready for fun pictures. The May-plewood Festival is a free event and is open to the public. The festival is sponsored by the Office of Mayor Gary Christenson, Ward 6 Councillor Stephen Winslow and the Maplewood Committee. eginning with the 2023 Municipal Election cycle, Malden voters will be seeing a change in the layout of their election ballots. The City of Malden will begin publishing transliterations of each candidate’s name in Chinese characters. Candidates may, but are not required to, submit a proposed transliterated Chinese name for themselves. If a candidate does not submit a proposed transliterated name, one will be prepared for them by a qualifi ed translator designated by the Board of Registrars of Voters. Once the name is created, each candidate will be provided with a written copy of the proposed transliteration of their name and given a seven-day review period during which they may accept the transliteration or provide written notice to the Board of Registrars of Voters of any modifi cation they wish to be considered. Candidates may also choose to opt out of having their name transliterated on the ballot. The Board of Registrars of Voters’ determination whether to accept a candidate’s proposed Chinese name, and whether a candidate’s name will appear as a translation or a transliteration, shall be fi nal. The Board will determine whether to accept a candidate’s proposed Chinese name based on the following criteria: 1. Information submitted by the candidate regarding whether or not the candidate has an established Chinese name 2. Information regarding how the Chinese community refers to the candidate at community meetings or events and in the Chinese press 3. Information regarding how the candidate is referred to in campaign materials printed in Chinese 4. Whether or not a proposed transliteration has another meaning in the Chinese language 5. Any other information the Board deems relevant in order to prevent voter confusion and to allow for eff ective participation by the Chinese community in the electoral process Nomination forms for the 2023 Municipal Election season became available from the City Clerk’s Offi ce on May 9. Candidates have until 5:00 p.m. on August 1 to submit nomination papers to the Clerk’s Offi ce for certifi cation. If a preliminary election becomes necessary, it will be held from 7:00 a.m. until 8:00 p.m. on Tuesday, September 19, in those precincts throughout the city where a preliminary election is required. The General Election will be held citywide on November 7, 2023. May-plewood Festival returns to Maplewood Square on May 20 T he May-plewood Festival will return to Maplewood Square ׉ 7cassandra://kKM-YfL_x9QG0xfKyql2_lAvFX-Y1GNydRiDdqm3OQY-m`̰d]Tl#x~׉EWTHE MALDEN ADVOCATE–Friday, May 12, 2023 ~ Malden Musings ~ Page 3 “Saint Rocco Banquet 2023” By Peter Levine S aluti from the Saint Rocco Fraternal Association of Malden! Association President Joyce Mover along with a very committed group of San Rock pilgrims – most with close ties to Edgeworth – recently held their annual fundraiser banquet at Anthony’s on Canal Street. The event isn’t what it used to be with many longtime Edgeworthians no longer with us except in memory only, but the upstairs room was full, nonetheless. Every which way you turned you ran into a Scibelli or Cagno or Angelo or Spadafora...well, you get the picture. Insert smiley face. A really fun time was had by all (especially when Craig broke out the good stuff )! Highlights from the banquet: • Steve Savio and Sea Breeze entertained. Steve has a wonderful voice; the band is really tight and if your bag is timeless classics from the great American Songbook/popular Italian songs then you will just love this group. • Mayor Gary Christenson is joined at the hip with Saint Rocco himself. No bigger supporter over the years than hizzoner – very much appreciated, Mr. Mayor! Looking forward to walking the streets of Edgeworth with you during the Sunday San Rock Procession. Always a highlight for me, and I know for you also. • State Rep Steve Ultrino was front and center; of course he was! Steve and his family have helped this Feast to survive over the years. • Making a return to the banquet this year were Mike and Barbara Scibelli along with their two beautiful daughters, Toni and Jeri (from H.R. at City Hall). • Italian American Citizens’ Club President, Global Citizen and Edgeworth Forever’s Billy Settemio was honored, I think, for being Billy Settemio! A sort of lifetime achievement award. Nobody deserves it more! • Surprise guest of the evening: Lori Hall of the Whitman Street Halls – accompanied by her mom! Great seeing you, Lori! • Richie Cremone, Freddy & Louise Spadafora, Florence & Joe Smarrella, Margie & Barry Condon, Frances & Peter Tomasello, Joanne Assetta Iovino – “As long as we live, they too will live; for they are now a part of us; as we remember them.” • Marie Imbimbo was also honored by the powers that be for her dedication to the Feast over these many years. Forever a constant during the long weekend, if she isn’t dutifully much sought after citation. • In case you haven’t heard, this year’s Feast (do not call it a Festival) takes place the weekend of MUSINGS| SEE PAGE 20 STORE HOURS: 6:00 AM - 10:30 PM Come to Robinson News Convenience 1556 Eastern Ave, Malden • (781) 324-0492 Come Play lottery here! Pictured from left to right at the 2023 Saint Rocco Feast Banquet at Anthony’s on Canal Street: State Representative Steve Ultrino (D-Edgeworth), citation recipients IACC President Billy Settemio, Marie Imbimbo, Diego Barricelli, Special Assistant to the Mayor Maria Luise and Mayor Gary Christenson. manning the fried dough stand, Joyce panics. • Malden Public Library Trustee, Malden Historical Society Big Cheese and stone-cold Edgeworth, John Tramondozzi made a grand entrance. John has more Malden/Edgeworth knowledge in his little pinky fi nger than I have in my whole being. Just ask him. I kid. John goes way back, and it’s always fun to listen to him pontifi cate all things Malden. • Ward 1 Councillor Peg Crowe was in the house. She loves this event and has been a huge supporter over the years – volunteering and getting her hands dirty in the trenches all weekend long. • You could not keep Very Special Assistant to Mayor Christenson, Maria Luise, away from this event for a million bucks! She just loves being with her paisans and supporting something so near and dear to her Italian heritage. Great seeing you, Maria! Keep up the great work at city hall! • Diego Barricelli was also honored with one of those precious citations from Mayor Christenson for his dedication always above and beyond the call of duty. When introduced Joyce mentioned that Diego has been awarded the “Saint Rocco Clean Apron Award” for multiple years in a row! Fellow San Rock workers consistently acknowledge Dickie for his hard work behind the grill all weekend without soiling his white apron. 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The hoops through which city officials have been forced to navigate have been innumerable at times, but they have jumped through all of them. Late last month, through the continued diligence of the staff of Mayor Gary Christenson and the Office of Strategic Planning and Community Development (OSPCD), a new approach was unveiled which would fund the remaining cost gap to complete the Roosevelt Park Rehabilitation Project while at the same time addressing the often-cited greatest desire of the project's opponents: removing a full three feet of lead-contaminated soil at the park before installing the components of the planned new park. Still again, the opponents have come back with other perceptions and reasons they believe the original, City Council-approved project is anathema to their stance. At a City Council Finance $2.99 GALLON We accept: MasterCard * Visa * & Discover Price Subject to Change without notice 100 Gal. Min. 24 Hr. Service 781-286-2602 Committee meeting held Tuesday night, several officials from the OSPCD, the Malden Public Schools and the Malden Recreation Department gave a detailed presentation and – as requested – numbers breakdown of field space hours that are allocated now, versus what is actually needed for Malden’s children. Some of the most pressing and desired needs for field space hours and the type of usage for Malden’s children could be met and provided with the installation of the planned new Roosevelt Park synthetic turf surface. Topping the list would be more time and space for Malden High School and Middle School teams and sports like boys and girls soccer, girls and boys field hockey, boys and girls lacrosse and girls softball. These athletic and other activities that could be accommodated with a new Roosevelt Park would enable many more children and potential student-athletes to participate and enhance their physical and mental health. The need for more field space and hours of usage are not just for the present, but also for the future. At Tuesday’s meeting it Lawrence 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 Lein * Personal Injury * Bankruptcy * Wrongful Death * Zoning/Permitting Litigation 300 Broadway, Suite 1, Revere * 781-286-1560 lsimeonejr@simeonelaw.net was expressed that the Malden Public Schools and Recreation Department have plans for new afterschool sports and athletic programs, which could be implemented with more field time at Roosevelt Park. Parents across the city have often expressed their desire for more programming dedicated to their children’s afterschool time. School officials noted that at present the Malden Public Schools directly fails to attract a number of students and has them look elsewhere due to a lack of accommodating sports programs, due to a dearth of field space and usage hours. A lot of those children presently attending the Salemwood K-8 school would be able to maximize their hours of outdoor activity with a newly renovated, safe and welcoming Roosevelt Park. More students from the Salemwood School at this time participate in Middle School Sports Programs than in any other school in the community. School officials say this would increase with the completion of the Roosevelt Park Project. For the past five years, due to delays and challenges, these children have been shut out from participating. Largely, since this project was first proposed and then shelved 13 years ago, they have missed out – from their preschool years to their imminent Class of 2023 graduation. In the four years since this project has been officially approved by the City Council, every youth sports organization in the Malden community – Malden Youth Soccer, Pop Warner Football, Malden Youth Lacrosse, Malden Girls Softball, Malden Youth Baseball, Malden Babe Ruth Baseball and others – have all strongly endorsed the Roosevelt Park Rehabilitation Project and the state-ofthe-art synthetic surface that is planned. They have all had representation at nearly every public meeting and public opportunity to express views on the Roosevelt Park Project. That encompasses thousands of Malden residents ranging in age from three to 21 – and all of the coaches, parents and other family members. Within the past year, many letters were written, signed and submitted to city officials from a wide range of Malden residents – all in favor of the Roosevelt Park Project. One group, Malden CARES4Kids, collected over 2,000 letters in the past 12 months in support of the improvements planned for RoosHONOR | FROM PAGE 1 ations in support of the Global War on Terrorism. Marine Lance Cpl. Edward M. Garvin, 19, was killed in Action on October 4, 2006, while conducting combat operations in Rawah, Iraq. He was assigned to the 2nd Light Armored Reconnaissance Battalion, 2nd Marine evelt Park. Everyone from two well-respected Malden Mayors – present and past – to dozens of present and former City Councillors, two highly regarded Malden Redevelopment Authority Executive Directors, present and past, and their staffs, as well as dozens of other professional city staffers have all backed and endorsed this project from its earliest inception in 2010. They still do. They were not and are not wrong. The Director of Wellness, Athletics and Physical Education for the Malden Public Schools, who is directly responsible for ensuring the health, safety and well-being of all 6,500-plus public-school students in this city, says the Malden community needs the Roosevelt Park project completed. He has supported and endorsed this project since its inception. Despite claims made to the contrary by opponents of the Roosevelt Park Rehabilitation Project, the overwhelming support of the greater part of the Malden community, which wants kids on the field and wants the students of the Salemwood School to have a safe, welcoming place to play and compete right outside their school’s doors, is readily apparent. The time is now to truly stand up for Malden’s kids and complete this project. They deserve nothing less. Division, II Marine Expeditionary Force, Camp Lejeune, N.C. The guest speaker will be Iraq and Afghan Veteran Emery Haskell, U.S. Navy Commander Ret., who served multiple tours with over five years of service in Iraq and Afghanistan. For more information, please email kjarvis@cityofmalden.org. ׉ 7cassandra://C4G5nmRkeq6O0SRN2ytPhjYvgRZH-bIGgVbDjjpN70E)`̰d]Tl#x׉ETHE MALDEN ADVOCATE–Friday, May 12, 2023 Page 5 Ward 7 Councillor Simonelli working on initiative to help community access resources Malden Collaborative is in early stages; would connect residents to existing agencies, groups, training By Steve Freker A s they say, it is a tall task to try and be all things to all people. Chris Simonelli says the city where he grew up is driving him to give it a try. “We need to all work together to not only grow our community,” the Ward 7 Councillor said. “We have to really address how we can instill a sense of community with our people that live here.” Councillor Simonelli may have just returned to the City Council after a decade-plus absence, but he’s been a Malden resident all along. Simonelli: ‘Malden’s made me and I will never forget that’ “Malden’s made me and I will never forget that,” he added, “and I am going to work my hardest to try and show our residents, whether they have been here for years or maybe just came here from another country, what this city is all about.” To that end, Councillor Simonelli said, he is nearing fruition on a multifaceted initiative that will begin in his Ward 7, but he believes it has citywide potential. In fact, he is banking on that concept. Already, he has had initial meetings with both Malden Mayor Gary Christenson and representatives from an interested corporate partnering sponsor, WinnDevelopment of Boston. A more intensive meeting with mayoral staff , where more details will be discussed with additional confi rmed and potential stakeholders, is planned within the next week, Simonelli said. WinnDevelopment is a corporate affi liate of WinnCompanies, which owns and operates Bowdoin Apartments, one of Malden’s affordable housing developments, which is situated on 10 acres bounded by Lisbon and Bowdoin Streets in Ward 7. Did not have to look far for potential sponsor Councillor Simonelli did not have to look too far before approaching a potential corporate sponsor for his new initiative, which is tentatively called Malden Collaborative. He lives in the Bowdoin Street Apartments himself and has formerly lived in the 250-unit Newland Street affordable housing development. Together with the 263-unit Bowdoin Street Apartments, over 500 Malden families live ty and its residents. Simonelli said WinnDevelopment, the Bowdoin Street Apartments’ owner, has already pledged some seed money to get the ball rolling on Malden Collaborative. Simonelli said the City of Malden is assisting him in seeking other funding sources as well, including the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) federal grant allocation. MassHousing TAP Chris Simonelli Ward 7 Councillor in those two housing developments alone in Simonelli’s represented ward. “That is a lot of families, and the way I look at it, a lot of families that could use access to programs off ering assistance and resources,” Councillor Simonelli said. The Ward 7 Councillor served in the late 1990s and 2000s before returning to the City Council by winning the seat vacated by former Councillor Neal Anderson in the 2021 municipal election. One of the fi rst proposals on his drawing board when he returned to the Council was to explore the implementation of a Ward 7-based Community Center, off ering programming, training for jobs and other goals and access to a number of resources for residents. Simonelli explained he and his supporters initially eyed the potential of the Temple Ezrath Israel building – 245 Bryant St., in the heart of Ward 7 – as a possible site. Aff ordable housing conversion is planned A new focus on that building as conversion to aff ordable housing using city resources for acquisition and renovation changed those plans. Most recently, Councillor Simonelli said he is now pursuing the Malden Collaborative concept. In doing so, at the advice of municipal administrators, he said, he has begun discussions with a linkup to the state-funded MassHousing Tenant Assistance Program (TAP). The Malden Collaborative would initially be a local member site for MassHousing TAP. 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Here’s a great way to fi nd out. All Malden residents who are registered or preregistered Democrats are cordially invited to join fellow Democrats from their ward at the annual caucus on Wednesday evening, May 31, at the Malden Moose Hall, where they will elect delegates to represent Malden at the Massachusetts Democratic Convention on September 23, 2023, at the Tsongas Center in Lowell. In an announcement to local chairs, Party Chair Steve Kerrigan explained, “Delegates to the Convention will discuss the critical issues facing the people of the Commonwealth, set an agenda for the party in the year ahead and begin planning and organizing for 2024.” “The caucus is democracy in action,” said Malden Democratic City Committee Chair Ariane Taylor. “Every Malden resident who is a registered or preregistered Democrat (over age 16 by May 23) can participate in the caucus and become delegates to the Convention. Attending the annual caucus and voting for delegates, whether or not you personally want to attend the convention, is a great way to get involved, build your network of Democrats, and make your voice heard.” Each year, Democratic ParLaw Offices of Terrence W. Kennedy 512 Broadway, Everett • Criminal Defense • Personal Injury • Medical Malpractice Tel: (617) 387-9809 Cell: (617) 308-8178 twkennedylaw@gmail.com ty caucuses are held in every city and town in Massachusetts to elect delegates to the state Convention in accordance with Massachusetts Democratic Party guidelines (www.massdems. org). Hybrid caucus Malden’s caucus for all wards will take place on May 31 at 6:30 p.m. People can attend in person at the Malden Moose Hall (562 Broadway) or via Zoom. Doors will open at 5:30, and registration (in person or online) will close at 6:45. To streamline the process, attendees, whether they plan to attend virtually or in person, are strongly encouraged to preregister online for the caucus at https://tinyurl. com/MaldenDems23. The Zoom room will open no later than 6:00 p.m., and participants may preregister up to the time of the caucus. Online participants will be assigned to breakout rooms by ward. 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View all our listings at: CarpenitoRealEstate.com not be able to vote. Due to tight scheduling, speaking will be limited to the business of the Caucus and an update from U.S. Rep. Katherine Clark’s office. Candidates who are Democrats may gather signatures. Who can participate? To vote at a given ward’s caucus, you must be a registered or preregistered Democrat and live in that ward. To become a delegate or alternate from your ward, you must be elected during the caucus by other attendees from your ward. (You must attend, either in person or virtually, in order to be elected.) The Committee will have a list of registered Democrats; if you recently registered or changed your registration, you should be prepared to show proof of registration. Young people who have preregistered as Democrats and reached the age of 16 by May 23, 2023, may vote in the caucus, run as delegates and be elected as delegates to the convention. The Massachusetts Democratic Party is committed to representing the party’s diversity at its annual Convention. In electing delegates, the Party works to maximize gender balance and inclusion. Candidates who identify as gender nonbinary can run for delegate or alternate without needing to classify themselves as male or female. Members of potentially underrepresented groups who were not elected as delegates at their caucus – including youth (35 or under), members of racial and ethnic minorities, people who identify as LGBTQ+ and people with disabilities – may, after the caucus, apply to the Massachusetts Democratic Party as “add-on delegates” to the convention. The Party evaluates the diversity of elected delegates in relation to party registration and draws from the pool of add-on applicants to maximize fair representation. Massachusetts Democratic Party Convention The 2023 Massachusetts Democratic Party Convention will take place in person at the Tsongas Center in Lowell, Mass., on September 23. In addition to the formal business of the convention, attendees will have opportunities to socialize, network and hear speeches by elected offi cials and candidates. Attending the Convention is a great way to learn more about the Democratic Party in Massachusetts and to meet elected offi - cials, candidates, activists, organizers and other active Democrats from around the Commonwealth and beyond. While there is a cost to attend, which helps to defray the Party’s convention costs, it should not become a barrier. Delegates may request funding confi dentially from the Massachusetts Democratic Party or the Malden Democratic City Committee (MDCC). Whether or not Malden Democrats participate in the Caucus, they are invited to attend the MDCC monthly meetings and periodic Ward Democratic Committee meetings. Meetings are open to the public, with Democrats and prospective Democrats especially welcome. Anyone interested in learning about upcoming events for Malden Democrats and ways to get involved should visit www.maldendemocrats.org, where they can join the email list. They can also follow the group on Twitter (@MaldenDems) and Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/ groups/MaldenDems/). Finally, everyone is invited to save the date for the traditional MDCC Barbecue: August 23 at Anthony’s of Malden. Democrats with questions about the Caucus or any aspect of MDCC should contact the officers at maldendemocrats@ gmail.com. 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Through the eff orts of the offi ce of Malden Mayor Gary Christenson and the Malden state legislative delegation, the CHA-run Teen Health Center at Malden High School off ers a gamut of free mental health services and other assistance for students ages 12-24. Mayor Gary Christenson reads and presents the City of Malden and Disability Commission citation to Malden Public Schools Director of Guidance Erin Craven. 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Malden Police Dept. Animal Control Officer Kevin Alkins is urging all Gerry D’Ambrosio Attorney-at-Law Is Your Estate in Order? Do you have an update Will, Health Care Proxy or Power of Attorney? If Not, Please Call for a Free Consultation. 14 Proctor Avenue, Revere (781) 284-5657 pet “parents” in Malden and surrounding communities to take advantage of the return of the Rabies Vaccine Clinic. The clinic was postponed during the height of the COVID-19 pandemic but is now “back in business” for the second year in a row, according to Alkins. While in the past the clinic has been open to Malden residents only, the pet protection clinic is now available to all nonresidents as well. “We want to make sure anyone who wants to take advantage of the clinic and protect their beloved dogs and cats can have this opportunity,” Alkins said. “We have had successful rabies vaccination clinics for many years in Malden and our residents appreciate the services offered here.” Alkins said now more than ever is the time to have pets vaccinated, since many dogs and cats may have missed their rabies vaccinations during 2020 and 2021 in the first years of the COVID-19 pandemic. “Pets need protection from rabies, which is a life-threatening disease to animals and humans,” Alkins said. “With the better weather and the increase of wildlife presence right in our residential neighborhoods and business areas, Our 50th Anniversary Dan - 1972 We Sell Cigars & Accessories! 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(Courtesy/City of Malden) it is vital that pets are vaccinated against rabies.” The biggest rise of wild animals in the area have been coyotes, with other common animals afflicted with rabies being raccoons, skunks and opossums. Rabies is a preventable viral disease most often transmitcination Clinic will be held on Saturday, May 20 from 10:00 a.m. to noon at the Malden Central Fire Station (1 Sprague St., corner of Salem Street). The fire station is located directly across the street from Malden High School (77 Salem St.). The cost of the Rabies Vaccination for dogs and cats is only $15.00 per shot with the following regulations: • All dogs must be leashed • All cats must be in a carrier • Masks are optional, but all those attending are encouraged to continue to observe social distancing considerations For any questions or for more information, contact Malden Police Animal Control at 781-3977171 x1302. Gov. Healey attends City Tree Planting Initiative Governor Healy joined Mayor Gary Christenson and Ward 7 Councilor Chris Simonelli on a city-wide tree planting initiative at the Ferry Way School recently. ׉ 7cassandra://LCTmlJSV-N2_yY5YzXUcqsmcRyGS5lr1bZ1b49Rj2Pk0[`̰d]Tl#x׉ETHE MALDEN ADVOCATE–Friday, May 12, 2023 Page 9 Asset protection elder law presentation at Medford Council on Aging O n Thursday, May 25, 2023, Medford’s Council on Aging will off er a free asset protection presentation by Certifi ed Elder Law Attorneys Patrick Curley and Lucy Budman of Curley Law Firm LLP. Titled “Estate Plan Survival Kit – What you need to protect your family, your assets, and your independence as you age,” the presentation will take place at the Medford Senior Center (101 Riverside Ave., Medford, Mass.) at 1:00 p.m. and is open to the public. The presentation is off ered in connection with the 2023 Elder Law Education Program, which is sponsored by the Massachusetts Bar Association (MBA) with support from the Massachusetts Chapter of the National Academy of Elder Law Lucy J. Budman Certifi ed Elder Law Attorney Attorneys (MassNAELA). The MBA publication “2023 Elder Law Education Guide” is available to all members of the public to read or download for free online at www.massbar. Patrick G. Curley Certifi ed Elder Law Attorney org/elderlaw. At the invitation of the MBA and MassNAELA, Attorney Curley has served as a contributing author of this publication for many years. Attorneys Curley and Budman will share with attendees the strategies they can use to better protect themselves and their family, their home and savings and their ongoing independence. The presentation will address (1) steps to take to avoid Guardianship, Conservatorship and Probate; (2) the pros and cons of Revocable and Irrevocable Trusts; and (3) peace of mind planning to be prepared for ‘what if’ scenarios, including nursing home care. “Elder law education is part of my mission to help seniors in Medford and the surrounding North Shore communities better protect their independence and assets for the future,” said Attorney Curley. “It is impossible to plan ahead if one never learns the lawful planning options available. This presentation is designed so that every attendee leaves equipped with the information they need to make informed decisions for their future.” Attorneys Curley and Budman are among just two dozen Certified Elder Law Attorneys in the Commonwealth. Curley Law Firm LLP, which is based in Wakefi eld but also off ers online consultations, focuses exclusively on Estate Planning and Elder Law. More information about Asset Protection Law and the speakers can be found at www. CurleyLawFirm.com. For further information or to reserve a seat, please call the Medford Senior Center at 781396-6010. Pan-Mass Challenge celebrates PMC Pedal Partners from the Jimmy Fund Clinic at Fenway Park Malden resident among those honored O n Saturday, May 13, PMC Pedal Partners – pediatric patients at the Jimmy Fund Clinic at Dana-Farber Cancer Institute (Dana-Farber) who are paired with Pan-Mass Challenge (PMC) riders and teams – will come together at The 521 Overlook at Fenway Park. During the celebration, this year’s Pedal Partners will meet the PMC teams riding and fundraising in their honor on August 5-6, including Norma-Rose of Malden, Mass., who is a Pedal Partner for Team Duncan. The PMC Pedal Partner program, which is proudly presented by MFS Investment Management, is an exciting experience for these children as they become a part of a community that is fully committed to raising funds for cancer research and treatment. Along with their loved ones and PMC riders, those attending will enjoy a morning full of activities, including interactive arts & crafts and a continental breakfast – complete with a special appearance from the Boston Red Sox mascot, Wally the Green Monster. Since 1980, PMC has raised $900 million for adult and pediatric cancer research and patient care at Dana-Farber, making it the most successful single athletic fundraising event in the country. PMC donates 100% of every rider-raised dollar to Dana-Farber and accounts for more than 60 percent of the Jimmy Fund’s annual revenue. 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He taught and coached at Milford Academy in New York and then joined the Malden High School football coaching staff as an assistant in 2020. In 2021 he was appointed football head coach at Malden High and is now in his third year. Coach Exilhomme is also in his second year as an educator in the History Department at Malden High School. In addition to his teaching and coaching duties, Exilhomme is well-known around Malden for having immersed himself into the community as a mentor to many young people across the city – boys and girls in all grades. Even before he officially joined both the Golden Tornadoes football staff and then the Malden High School faculty as a History educator, he has been “all Malden, all the time,” according to Principal Mastrangelo. “Coach Exilhomme is a valued member of our MHS staff and INITIATIVE | FROM PAGE 5 type of assistance we could offer to our Ward 7 residents beyond,” Simonelli said. The Ward 7 Councillor said another aspect of the MassHousing TAP program is the assisA group of family, friends and Malden High Schools students gathered in the MHS Courtyard to congratulate MHS Football Head Coach Witche Exilhomme (shown above, front row, center) with Mayor Gary Christenson, on his selection as a 2023 Black Excellence Award Winner chosen by the Black and Latino Legislative Caucus of the Massachusetts Legislature. (Advocate Photos) so well-deserving of this award,” Mastrangelo said. “We are proud of his accomplishments and service to the youth of Malden as an educator and coach and look forward to much more in the future.” The MHS principal explained the significance of the award for Exilhomme to the group gathered, particularly the many students on hand, and also read the State House citation. Since being named Football Head Coach here for the 2021 season, Exilhomme has only stepped up his efforts to nurture and enhance the lives of young people throughout the city, according to Malden Public Schools Physical Education Director Charlie Conefrey. In addition to coaching the football team, Coach Witche is heavily involved with numerous other programs in and out of sports tance in guiding the local program – in this case the planned Malden Collaborative – in “tapping” into existing programs in the community. “We are looking at hooking up with as many Malden programs already out there as we believe can be helpful to for Malden youth. “Coach Exilhomme is well-known as a mentor, advocate and he is an ‘always on call’ counselor for all of Malden’s youth who can take advantage of his knowledge and perspectives on life,” Conefrey said. Exilhomme said he is honored to receive the Black Excellence Award and pledged to continue to work with Malden’s young residents who need the most assistance. “Our young people deserve whatever we can offer them in guidance and advice,” Exilhomme said. “If we can get them to accept and follow some basic values as hard work, trust and compassion for others, it will only help them in the future. “I always tell my players and others, ‘work hard to make life easy,’” Exilhomme said. Words to live by. our residents,” Simonelli said. “I think we can help people from as young as infants and their mothers all the way up to senior citizens.” Councillor Simonelli said he has already had discussions with representatives of such Law Offices of JOSEPH D. CATALDO, P.C. “ATTORNEYS AND COUNSELORS AT LAW” • ESTATE/MEDICAID PLANNING • WILLS/TRUSTS/ESTATES • INCOME TAX PREPARATION • WEALTH MANAGEMENT • RETIREMENT PLANNING • ELDER LAW 369 Broadway Everett, MA 02149 (617)381-9600 JOSEPH D. CATALDO, CPA, CFP, MST, ESQUIRE. AICPA Personal Financial Specialist Designee Malden’s Witche Exilhomme is shown at an appreciation gathering held at Malden High School in recognition of his Black Excellence Award from the state legislature. major potential municipal partners as the Malden Senior Center, Malden Recreation Department and Malden Teen Enrichment Center (MTEC), as well as Housing Families Inc., Malden Overcoming Addiction (MOA) and the Bridge Recovery Center. In addition to trainings and information, Simonelli said, the plan is to coordinate singular events such as sports-related tournaments and also diverse events involving live music and other performances. “Kids, especially teens, love music, that’s a fact,” Simonelli said. “We want to reach them where they are at. We would also like to introduce our residents to sports they might not be familiar with in their original countries. Baseball, basketball and other sports. We plan on having instructional camps and special days. It’s all in there.” “If our residents do not know about the resources, programming and assistance they are able to access, they are going to know about it very soon with this project,” Simonelli said. “We are very excited about this and it will be available to anyone who wants help, information or just being part of something, or having something to do.” Councillor Simonelli said he plans on rolling out more definitive information on Malden Collaborative by early June, with some programming available as early as this summer. Like us on Facebook advocate newspaper Facebook.com/Advocate.news.ma ׉ 7cassandra://1eEKyPJbsW08qKrOPbDsKL7wLDYiXCcO54HPzCCBpcI+`̰d]Tl#x׉ETHE MALDEN ADVOCATE–Friday, May 12, 2023 Page 11 ~ Letter to the Editor ~ Councillor attends Immigrant Health Research 2023 spring event he results of our last census tells us Malden is now officially a majority minority city with over 40% of our population being foreign born. That is why we are fortunate to have The Leah Zallman Center located here in Malden. Their primary research focus is immigrant health and well-being. I was honored to be invited as a leader at one of the round tables for the Immigrant Health Research 2023 spring A roundtable discussion taking place. immigrant and BIPOC leaders together, and folks from across all sectors joining us. The Leah Zallman Center and the Institute for Community Health are honored to partner with all of you and look forward to advancing immigrant health in Massachusetts and beyond. Karen Colón Hayes City Councillor-At-Large event: Power in Listening. The center just released: “It was wonderful to have so many “We are thrilled with the initial cross-sector dialogues that took place last Wednesday, which revealed how much work we have to do. We will be compiling and synthesizing roundtable dialogue themes to send to all of you within the next few weeks, along with a graphic illustration that captures the energy of the event.” Once I receive the information, I will share it and use the data to inform my decisions as a City Councillor here in Malden. Everyone should have fair and just access to health which requires removing barriers. When one of us succeeds, we all succeed. Karen Colón Hayes, City Councillor At Large Malden announces Poet Laureate position he City of Malden is pleased to announce that it is accepting applications for a Poet Laureate of Malden. The application deadline is Friday, May 26 at 5 p.m. The Malden Poet Laureate will serve a two-year term from July 2023 to June 2025 and will receive a $2,500 stipend each year. The poet selected as Malden’s Poet Laureate will serve as an advocate for poetry and the literary arts and will advance Malden residents’ consciousness and appreciation of poetry in the written and spoken forms. The intent is that the Poet Laureate will: • find ways to bring poetry to community members who might be unfamiliar with poetry • foster a creative environment that encourages collaboration, innovation and community participation • give five to 10 public readings/workshops that will be free and open to the public • read poems at ceremonial events Applicant requirements: • must be 18 years of age • must reside in Malden during the time of the application and for the duration of the appointment • must demonstrate a track record of experience publishing and/or presenting original T poetry within poetry journals, books, magazines, websites and/or programs • must present strong evidence of positive contributions to the Malden community Applicants of all backgrounds and abilities are encouraged to apply. Selection Criteria + Evaluation Process: The selection committee will review applications and select a finalist for the Poet Laureate position. This committee will be comprised of a designee from the Mayor’s Office, Ward 3 Councillor Amanda Linehan and Malden Arts President Candace Julyan. The selection committee will be looking at the following criteria: • quality of published work • professional achievement in poetry • comfort with performance of poetry in public • interest in building community through poetry and serving as an advocate for poetry • past work or volunteerism within the Malden community. Application for Poet Laureate: Interested applicants should provide the following information (acceptable upload formats: Word or .pdf): 1. a letter of intent describing why you are interested in this position and how you envision fulfilling the duties 2. a resume / CV listing all published works and related experience 3. evidence of contributions to the City of Malden which can include letters of recommendation 4. examples of original poetry Applications should be emailed to Kathleen Manning Hall at kmanninghall@cityofmalden.org. T 425r Broadway, Saugus Located adjacent to Kohls Plaza Route 1 South in Saugus at the intersection of Walnut St. We are on MBTA Bus Route 429 781-231-1111 We are a Skating Rink with Bowling Alleys, Arcade and two TV’s where the ball games are always on! 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Lewis announces Virtual Office Hours for May S tate Senator Jason Lewis will be holding Virtual Offi ce Hours on Tuesday, May 16, from 2 p.m. to 3 p.m. Please note: These Offi ce Hours will be replacing the usual held session on the third Monday of the month, May 15. Any constituent of Senator Lewis is welcome to attend Offi ce Hours, with no appointment necessary, to discuss any personal issue or legislative feedback with the Senator and his staff . Virtual Offi ce Hours are held on Zoom. To join the meeting please use the following link or enter the meeting information: https://us06web.zoom.us/ j/83854164671?pwd=eWZWQWU0VkZjcE9XSXl5Rk1BRVd5Zz09 Meeting ID: 838 5416 4671. Passcode: 234270. Each constituent meets privately with the Senator during the Zoom session. Senator Lewis also holds regChildren’s Mental Health Awareness Week Jason Lewis State Senator ular in-person Offi ce Hours in each community of the district (Malden, Melrose, Reading, Stoneham, Wakefi eld and Winchester). 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Pictured from left to right: School Superintendent Dr. Ligia Noriega-Murphy, CHA Licensed Psychologist Dr. Ellie Richards, CHA Deputy Chief Community Offi cer Roberta Turri Vise, Malden Public Schools Director of Guidance Erin Craven, Mayor Gary Christenson, Disability Commission Chair Marilyn Andrews, Disability Commission Member Ralph Long and Ward 3 School Committee Member Jennifer Spadafora. (Photo courtesy of City of Malden) S LANDSCAPE & MASONRY CO. Masonry - Asphalt • Brick or Block Steps • Brick or Block Walls • Concrete or Brick Paver Patios & Walkways • Brick Re-Pointing • Asphalt Paving www.JandSlandscape-masonry.com • Senior Discount • Free Estimates • Licensed & Insured 617-389-1490 Designing and Constructing Ideas that are “Grounds for Success” Landscaping T he Disability Commission hosted and joined Mayor Gary Christenson in kicking off Children’s Mental Health Awareness Week, which ran from May 7-11. Led by the Chair of the Disability Commission, Marilyn Andrews, the celebration took place at City Hall, where Mayor Christenson issued a Proclamation declaring the week Children’s Mental Health Week in an eff ort to bring awareness to the issue and help increase equitable access to appropriate treatment and support for children, youth and their families. The Mayor was also joined by School Superintendent Ligia Noriega-Murphy in recognizing Director of Guidance Erin Craven as well as all our school counsellors for the tremendous work they are doing in the Malden schools. Cambridge Health Alliance (CHA) was also acknowledged for their work at the MalCelebrating 65 Years in Business! S den High School Teen Health Center. In Massachusetts, Children’s Mental Health Week is sponsored by the Department of Mental Health and the Massachusetts Behavioral Health Partnership. Malden collaborated with the Parent/Professional Advocacy League in dedicating the week to increasing public awareness about the triumphs and challenges in children’s mental health and emphasizing the importance of family and youth involvement in the children’s mental health movement. The Disability Commission felt it important to recognize the week in Malden. Last year the Malden Police Department was highlighted for their initiatives focused on children and for hiring a full-time Mental Health clinician to the Department. Summer is Here! ׉ 7cassandra://oBG41iH935wuc6zi6_h-hUCF6c_mJpyldmBEiweJ9qs/`̰d]Tl#x׉ETHE MALDEN ADVOCATE–Friday, May 12, 2023 Page 13 Lecture explores friendships that made Malden C ome join us on Thursday, May 25 at 7:00 p.m. for “In This Together: Friendships That Made Malden,” an exploration and celebration of the importance of friendship with local historian and author Dee Morris. While supporting a cause, working together towards a common goal or transacting business, many Malden residents from the past became good friends. Their life stories reveal their mutual respect and affection, and their importance to the development of our city. Philanthropist Elisha S. Converse, artist Ernest Ipsen, abolitionist Harriet Robinson and socially prominent Alice May Davenport and others heavily relied on their trusted connections. In our own time, friendship still builds community. Dee Morris is a scholar and educational consultant specializing in the 19th-century history of Greater Boston. She is the author of “A Brief History of Somerville,” “Medford: A Brief History” and “Boston in the Golden Age Malden Catholic students from Malden achieve Third Quarter Honor Roll M alden Catholic students have completed the coursework required for the third quarter of the 2022-2023 school year. The school has three categories for outstanding academic performance honors: President’s List (90 to 100 in all classes), First Honors (85 to 89 in all classes) and Second Honors (80 to 84 in all classes). Photo by E.C. Swain taken from above the Clifton Street Bridge, which crossed over the Boston & Maine Railroad. (Image Courtesy of Malden Historical Society) of Spiritualism: Séances, Mediums & Immortality.” Her goal is to help us all connect to our civic ancestors. This event is sponsored by the Friends of the Malden Public Library and the Robinson Lecture Fund. For more information, check out the Malden Public Library website at www.maldenpubliclibrary.org or call 781321-9460. Malden Catholic Honors – QUARTER THREE 2023 President’s List (90 to 100 in all classes) Wenshi Bai, Jaidan Downey, Mishel Duque, Owen Goodreau, Anne Harrington, Paul Harrington, Caroline McAuliffe, Jordyn Meehan, Leticia Ribeiro, Santiago Rojas, Yixiao Shan, Daniel Shea, Sachelle Sterlin, Joseph Urias, Chen Yang First Honors (85 to 89 in all classes) Alyssa Babineau, Daniel Barros, Jessica Berlus, Amaurys Cruz, Nicholas Evans, Sabrina Fallon, Ruth Fedna, Julia Gamitto, Venshika Ghai, Amita Han, Gianna Holland, Brooke Keane, Kaitlyn Knox, Sebastian Montes, Fru Nche, Jackson Norales, Addison Romprey, Jordyn Sikora, Adam Smida, Vi Vu, Weiqi Wang Second Honors (80 to 84 in all classes) Kaelen Beardsley, Tuan Bui, Hanshen Chen, Weihang Ding, Connor Fitzpatrick, Scott Gage, James Gage, Mikayla Holland, Mihir Jani, Kayla McAuliffe, Erynne McNulty, Joseph Molinar, Caitlin Nylin, Megh Patel, Josh Pereira, Elicia Perez, Jenna Pilleri, Zoe Rogers, Sophia Salinas, Talia Schuman, Ayuska Tamang, Marissa Willard, Ethan Wong About Malden Catholic: Since 1932, Malden Catholic High School (MC) has shaped emerging leaders in our community, claiming a Nobel Laureate, a Senator, two ambassadors and countless community and business heads among its alumni. Annually, graduates attend some of the nation’s most renown universities, including Harvard, Dartmouth, Georgetown, Brown, Cornell, Tufts, Duke, Georgia Tech, Boston College, Northeastern, Boston University and Amherst College. Foundational to student success is MC’s codivisional model which offers the best of both worlds: single-gender academics during the day and integrated social and extracurricular opportunities after school. MC is known in the community for its rigorous academics, SFX Scholars Program and award-winning STEM program with electives like Robotics and Engineering Design. MC curricula is designed to improve individual growth mindset, leadership principles and success outcomes along with integrating the Xaverian values of trust, humility, compassion, simplicity and zeal. https://www.maldencatholic.org/ ׉ 7cassandra://7WKE90WzkQB5QvNcCiw_PBviL458L8cmr8wrfjxRH-M(`̰d]Tl#xd]Tl#x PבCט(u׉׉ 7cassandra://FSChcmjaAUW0mQMXr4CbWzC-9CsQ1ZDg3Nd_f_QxWS0`)׉ 7cassandra://m_60Rhs825W2APzgtKGVpnDz-KlgtcXKUTq_iRfIdmk͍`J׉ 7cassandra://RkmJdQKjAXyL6h69W-W7mlZ8_cvpilHlQ4SSQxCe9BA2)`̰׉ 7cassandra://tvlS5YKbxqnpkdAwePuBlQ_sgGFiT4GCjseI-hSMbJQ ͠d]Tu#xט((u׉׉ 7cassandra://bKGCJ4dPwNgNIN5oxHqnbrUAb9UPBgNZHsMQNiQKaUM`)׉ 7cassandra://gERPkcvtW2ndLowof9Osqa_zNr7Q2mg3aA0Iq2AfRNU͢W`J׉ 7cassandra://fHxDi-pKGaHSsd4_M8gtdqPBMyJFGRMy4ogmFhJOdyc4F`̰׉ 7cassandra://u3adVXP7aQmb12siot1-CeWYZuwqjs7F0nF-CE7iIc0p" f͠d]Tu#x׉EPage 14 THE MALDEN ADVOCATE–Friday, May 12, 2023 Mm Representative Steven Ultrino o , With L Happy Mother’s Day State Mayor Gary Christenson & The Citizens of Malden Jason Lewis State Senator Councillor-At-Large Craig Spadafora Ward 6 Councillor Stephen Winslow Paul J. Donato State Representative Ward 2 School Committee Rob McCarthy Ward 7 Councillor Chris Simonelli Malden Trans / Malden Taxi 781-322-5050 Lester, Peggy & David Morovitz oe v T o Sunday, May 14, 2023 Mother’s Day ׉ 7cassandra://RkmJdQKjAXyL6h69W-W7mlZ8_cvpilHlQ4SSQxCe9BA2)`̰d]Tl#x׉ETHE MALDEN ADVOCATE–Friday, May 12, 2023 Page 15 Tornado Boys LAX Trounce Revere, 10-4 Location: Harry Della Russo Stadium May 9, 2023 (Advocate photo by Emily Harney) Colby Parker with the ball for Malden. Isaac Green works to gain control of the ball for Malden as players from Revere move in. Malden’s Chad Robertson with the ball. Malden’s Jacky Summers with the ball, moves up field during Tuesday’s game. Malden’s Melchi Cook moves up field during Tuesday’s game. Isaac Green, Chad Robertson, and Saul Kruckenberg celebrate after scoring one of the 10 goals for Malden during Tuesday’s game and win over Revere. Zaden Pierre pushes past a player from Revere during Tuesday’s game. Jacky Summers on the face off for Malden. Saul Kruckenberg with the shot on goal for Malden Tuesday. Isaac Gerer with the ball for Malden as players from Revere move in. Goalie Ben Rosa with the ball for Malden. Isaac Green passes the ball during Tuesday’s win over Revere. Zaden Pierre of Malden moves the ball up field during Tuesday’s game. Dante Bell (l) moves in to defend against a player from Revere. Melchi Cook of Malden moves the ball up field. Malden’s Karl Laye works to defend against player from Revere. ׉ 7cassandra://fHxDi-pKGaHSsd4_M8gtdqPBMyJFGRMy4ogmFhJOdyc4F`̰d]Tl#xd]Tl#x PבCט(u׉׉ 7cassandra://V75MHwmB9d9ulOR8ZW_R7GyaFlZonT8rQc8pye0DYUMP`)׉ 7cassandra://ILsIdYGZqaAA2TY3Oh9B2p9gOyDxrkf8CI8FCXoDVgo͎`J׉ 7cassandra://qNUHL_HVNNJYeJ22zw_WyLucResOJxrS8mSdFaIBxQg-`̰׉ 7cassandra://Dm7AgakOJyydC3_wxAdVCBzJ-blqOacJVZA-LJiDKf8H D͠d]Tu#xט((u׉׉ 7cassandra://RxY-D4P2jU2igdbbmX61_z4E4MAWPY8xDlPETDpqmGA `)׉ 7cassandra://epVMQiz6NHKgPaKapjoEZB-aWUTkPx_G3q8c45EsNW0͍`J׉ 7cassandra://cHWQSSi3wP7Ps9zdu5VTCAkCkmin3oj6WgAnhXU8wzg&`̰׉ 7cassandra://SQ42jjs4SC_EljCsbBJ6KJRjdhqFvx2mcdzDb_tzQgoX͠d]Tv#xѕנd]Tv#xف bՁ̲ 9ׁH!mailto:bob@beaconhillrollcall.comׁ ׁ Јנd]Tv#x؁ ߁=9ׁHhttp://Tues.Maׁ ׁ Јנd]Tv#xׁb9ׁH$http://Facebook.com/Advocate.news.maׁ ׁ Јנd]Tv#xցfu 9ׁHhttp://es.com/su/aPTLucKׁ ׁ Јנd]Tv#xՁ̷9ׁHhttps://lp.coׁ ׁ Ј׉E Page 16 THE MALDEN ADVOCATE–Friday, May 12, 2023 Malden High School holds Tornado Softball Senior Night T he Malden High School Varsity Girls Softball Team hosted Senior Night for its four members of the Class of 2023 at its final Greater Boston League home game – versus Revere at Callahan Park on Wednesday. Honored were seniors Peyton Lightbody, a four-year varsity player, Kiley Fray, Noelle Hayes and Meryan Hakkaoui. Head Coach Rebecca Krigman and Assistant Coach Jessalynne Brown congratulated the seniors and their families for their contributions to Malden High softball over the years. Malden Senior Kiley Fray and Family Malden Senior Payton Lightbody and Family Malden Senior Meryam Hakkaoui and Family Malden Senior Noelle Hayes and Family Advocate Call now! 617-387-2200 advertise on the web at www.advocatenews.net MVRCS Eagles Baseball Beat Boston Collegiate, 6-4 By Emily Brennan T he Mystic Valley baseball team (10-0) earned the No. 9 overall state ranking in their American Exterior and Window Corporation division with a 6-4 victory over Boston Collegiate (7-1) on Friday afternoon. Boston Collegiate struck fi rst in the game with bases loaded. Their first run was scored on a wild pitch before pitcher Tim Rosell would strike out the next three batters. Three backto-back hits in the bottom of the fi rst from Liam Powers, Jack Mangone and Josh Stover lifted Mystic Valley up 2-1. Three hard base hits in the Contact us for all of your home improvement projects and necessities Telephone: 617-699-1782 Toll Free: 1-888-744-1756 Email: info@americanexteriorandwindow.com Windows, Siding, Roofing, Carpentry & More! All estimates, consultations or inspections completed by MA licensed supervisors. *Over 50 years experience. *Better Business Bureau Membership. Insured and Registered Complete Financing Available. No Money Down. third pushed the Boston Collegiate Eagles lead to 2-3. Too close for comfort for MV, Mangone, Stover and Lukas DeGuire helped settle things down, hitting three to the outfi eld and bringing home two more runs for Mystic Valley. Mystic Valley ran two more home in the fourth after a hit into left fi eld from Powers, and a sacrifi ce fl y from Mangone. Needing a rally in the sixth, the Boston Collegiate Eagle offense broke through for another run to try to take control of the game. Rosell shut the door on any lingering threat, pitching to two outs in the seventh inning before he ran out of Eagles pitcher Tim Rosell pitches. It was now up to senior Riya Tanazaki who came in and struck out the last batter of the game to seal an impressive 6-4 ballgame victory. Next up for Mystic Valley is a Friday night invitational game against Excel at 6:30 p.m. Classifieds ׉ 7cassandra://qNUHL_HVNNJYeJ22zw_WyLucResOJxrS8mSdFaIBxQg-`̰d]Tl#x׉E/#THE MALDEN ADVOCATE–Friday, May 12, 2023 Page 17 Volunteers needed for Memorial Day flag placement at Malden cemeteries M ayor Gary Christenson and Veterans Services Director Kevin Jarvis invite residents, veterans, students and civic organizations to assist with the placement of flags on veterans’ graves in preparation for Memorial Day on Monday, May 29, 2023. Please join us to honor Malden’s veterans who bravely served in the U.S. Military. Flag placement will be at both the Holy Cross and Forest Dale Cemeteries and will take place over a two-week period as follows: • Holy Cross Cemetery: Monday, May 15–Friday, May 19 • Forest Dale Cemetery: Monday, May 22–Friday, May 26 If you have a few hours availBeacon Hill Roll Call By Bob Katzen GET A FREE SUBSCRIPTION TO MASSTERLIST – Join more than 22,000 people, from movers and shakers to political junkies and interested citizens, who start their weekday mornings with MASSterList—the popular newsletter that chronicles news and informed analysis about what’s going on up on Beacon Hill, in Massachusetts politics, policy, media and influence. The stories are drawn from major news organizations as well as specialized publications selected by widely acclaimed and highly experienced writers Keith Regan and Matt Murphy who introduce each article in their own clever and inimitable way. MASSterlist will be e-mailed to you FREE every Monday through Friday morning and will give you a leg up on what’s happening in the blood sport of Bay State politics. For more information and to get your free subscription, go to: https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/su/aPTLucK THE HOUSE AND SENATE: There were no roll calls in the House or Senate last week. This week, Beacon Hill Roll Call reports on the percentage of times local representatives voted with their party’s leadership during the first four months of the 2023 session. The votes of the 2023 membership of 24 Republicans were compared with those of GOP House Minority Leader Brad Jones (R-North Reading). The votes of the 2023 membership of 131 Democrats were compared to House Speaker Ron Mariano (D-Quincy). Beacon Hill Roll Call uses 25 votes from the 2023 House session as the basis for this report. This includes all roll calls that were not quorum calls or votes on local issues. Rep. Susannah Whipps (U-Athol) is unenrolled and not affiliated with either the Republican or Democratic party. We based her voting record on how many times she voted with Democratic House Speaker Ron Mariano. THE DEMOCRATS: A total of 125 (95.4 percent) of the 131 Democrats voted with Mariano 100 percent of the time. There were only six Democratic representatives who voted differently than Mariano on any roll calls. The three representative who voted Water and Sewer Rates FY24 Legal Notice City of Malden Public Hearing Public Works Commission There will be a Public Hearing conducted by the Public Works Commission on Tuesday, May 30th, at 5:00 pm at Malden City Hall, 215 Pleasant Street, Conference Room #108, Malden, MA., regarding FY24 Water and Sewer Rates. Memorial Day flag placement at Malden cemeteries able to volunteer and assist in placing flags at veterans’ graves, please call the Veterans’ Services Department at 781-397-7139 and provide the most times against Mariano were Reps. Erika Uyterhoeven (D-Somerville); Russell Holmes (D-Boston); and Colleen Garry (D-Dracut). All three voted against Mariano twice. There were only three other representatives who voted against Mariano: Reps. Mike Connolly (D-Cambridge), Danillo Sena (D-Acton) and Jeff Turco (D-Winthrop). Each one voted against Mariano only once. THE REPUBLICANS: One hundred percent of the 24 GOP members voted with Jones 100 percent of the time. REPRESENTATIVES’ SUPPORT OF THEIR PARTY’S LEADERSHIP FROM JANUARY TO MAY 2023 The percentage next to the representatives’ name represents the percentage of times the representative supported his or her party’s leadership so far in 2023. The number in parentheses represents the number of times the representative opposed his or her party’s leadership. Some representatives voted on all 25 roll call votes. Others missed one or more roll calls. The percentage for each representatives is calculated based on the number of roll calls on which he or she voted. Rep. Paul Donato 100 percent (0) Rep. Steven Ultrino 100 percent (0) ALSO UP ON BEACON HILL GROWING HEMP (S 40) - The Committee on Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture Committee heard testimony on a bill that would allow Massachusetts farmers to grow and sell hemp that is used to make products for commercial sale. Under current law, only industrial hemp (hemp used solely for industrial purposes) can be grown in the Bay State. If the bill passes, many allowable products would be made from hemp including cosmetics, personal care and grooming products; animal and human products intended for consumption such as dietary supplements, foods and beverages; and products intended for other uses such as cloth, fiber, fuel, paint, paper, particleboard and plastics. The measure allows land with hemp crops to be considered farmland for tax purposes and sets up a licensing system for hemp growers. Sponsor Sen. Jo Comerford (D-Northampton) said she filed the bill to bring the state definition of hemp in line with the federal definition, to allow for the sale of edible CBD prodyour name, contact telephone number and the dates and times that you are available. Flag placement will take place from 9 a.m.-4 p.m. ucts from locally grown hemp in marijuana stores and to authorize the Department of Public Health to regulate CBD in food. “Hemp is a valuable agricultural crop, with many uses, but the commonwealth currently does not allow farmers to sell this product in ways that maximize its full potential,” saidComerford. “You can buy CBD products in the state of Massachusetts but they won't be made with Massachusetts-grown hemp. That does not make sense. The hemp industry and hemp farmers deserve sensible policies.” RAW OR UNPASTEURIZED MILK SALES (S 43) – The Committee on Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture’s hearing also included legislation that would allow licensed raw milk farmers to deliver raw milk directly to the consumer. Current law allows only the on-farm sale of raw milk. The measure also allows raw milk farmers to sell raw milk from their farm stands even if the stand is not contiguous to their raw milk dairy. The bill would also allow farmers to sell raw milk to consumers through third-party cooperative buying clubs. This would allow consumers to join together and have the milk delivered to a nearby location so each individual consumer does not have to travel miles to the few farms that sell on-site. “Our farms and farmers struggle and allowing the sale of raw milk off farm premises, such as at a Farmers Market, not only helps farmers economically but makes it easier for consumers,” said sponsor Sen. Anne Gobi (D-Spencer). CHOKING ON FOOD (H 2130) – The Public Health Committee held a hearing on a proposal expanding the current law that requires restaurants with more than 25 seats to have on the premises an employee trained in manual procedures to remove food lodged in a customer's throat. The measure would make the requirements apply to all restaurants regardless of their seating capacity. The measure exempts take-out only restaurants and food trucks. It also eliminates the option of having a manual device on the premises for removing stuck food because critics say it has been determined that such devices are dangerous. Another provision prohibits any person who has been properly trained from being held liable for any civil damages as a result of any acts or omissions provided during the emergency assistance. Supporters noted that ChokeKaren M. Bourque, Clerk Public Works Commission May 12, 19, 2023 Like us on Facebook advocate newspaper Facebook.com/Advocate.news.ma Save classes are given by the American Red Cross and are inexpensive. They are also often offered by municipal Departments of Health and Human Services. “[This bill], known as the 'Choke Save' bill, removes the 25-person threshold to require choke response training for restaurant employees because someone can choke as easily in a smaller venue as a larger one,” said sponsor Rep. Ruth Balser (D-Newton). “This bill will save lives by ensuring that restaurant employees will be able to respond to a choking emergency immediately, rather than delaying a response until emergency personnel might arrive.” QUOTABLE QUOTES “Labor issues are still hindering employers, but that’s just the tip of the iceberg when it comes to the number of problems small business owners face in Massachusetts. It is not the time to put the brakes on tax relief for small businesses, as estate tax reform is long overdue in Massachusetts.” --- Christopher Carlozzi, the Massachusetts state director of the National Federation of Independent Business. “The threat of tick-borne disease is not going away. In fact, Massachusetts has seen one of the fastest growing increases of tick-borne disease cases in the nation in the past 30 years. It is our duty as a Legislature to act. This bill would establish a special commission of field experts and legislators charged with leading the way in identifying the best practices for increasing Lyme Disease awareness, combatting its harmful spread and assisting those suffering from its long-term effects.” ---Sen Patrick O’Connor (R-Weymouth) testifying in favor of his bill creating a special commission to help combat Lyme disease. “Massachusetts is a leader in public education on the cutting edge of student development and advancement. Despite these gains, many of our children attend school in older buildings, where outdated plumbing puts them at risk of lead ingestion. This cannot continue.” ---Sen. Joan Lovely (D-Salem)on the third edition of the MASSPIRG Education Fund report “Get The Lead Out” which gave Massachusetts a C- grade for its lack of a statewide requirement to prevent lead contamination of schools’ drinking water. “If we give away hundreds of millions of dollars each year in new tax breaks for the ultra-rich and large corporations, we won’t be able to make the investments in housing, childcare and transportation that are needed to make Massachusetts truly affordable, equitable and competitive.” ---Andrew Farnitano, spokesperson for Raise Up Massachusetts in response to new data showing that state tax revenues plummeted last month, falling $2.2 billion below April 2022 collections. HOW LONG WAS LAST WEEK'S SESSION? Beacon Hill Roll Call tracks the length of time that the House and enate were in session each week. Many legislators say that legislative sessions are only one aspect of the Legislature's job and that a lot of important work is done outside of the House and Senate chambers. They note that their jobs also involve committee work, research, constituent work and other matters that are important to their districts. Critics say that the Legislature does not meet regularly or long enough to debate and vote in public view on the thousands of pieces of legislation that have been filed. They note that the infrequency and brief length of sessions are misguided and lead to irresponsible late-night sessions and a mad rush to act on dozens of bills in the days immediately preceding the end of an annual session During the week of May 1-5, the House and Senate each met for a total of 20 minutes. Mon. May 1 House11:02 a.m. to11:08 a.m. Senate 11:05 a.m. to11:11 a.m. Tues.May 2 No House session No Senate session Wed. May 3 No House session No Senate session Thurs. May 4 House11:01 a.m. to11:15 a.m. Senate 11:24 a.m. to11:38 a.m. Fri. May 5 No House session No Senate session Bob Katzen welcomes feedback at bob@beaconhillrollcall.comBob founded Beacon Hill Roll Call in 1975 and was inducted into the New England Newspaper and Press Association (NENPA) Hall of Fame in 2019. ׉ 7cassandra://cHWQSSi3wP7Ps9zdu5VTCAkCkmin3oj6WgAnhXU8wzg&`̰d]Tl#xd]Tl#x PבCט(u׉׉ 7cassandra://0kqnLOHtFCRdg19d4YTq90i7p6K-8QAInDMR7LJVQdg`)׉ 7cassandra://hj94-MPcnH7iGuEILIBIqrmsSLUbSqHG06DGrQkDLCw͐``J׉ 7cassandra://fRKMaHFq-uuGdV8PV9AzxN0Ydq4zjKlY7mRvXEmD4qA,`̰׉ 7cassandra://z1mIx-mmJCvC0-hV7-ecNsK66AUsHBlVpPdF8SOPVgMlR͠d]Tw#xט((u׉׉ 7cassandra://7Yh4Jyn7JrSLoqWhXskYvdkFhUIfB0s1se_vxvZPIas `)׉ 7cassandra://WADiwnL2Ui1Q00u5ekZHQqASKOYpITf0viSjkrpQqHU͎`J׉ 7cassandra://enMnaMsDZPjf9BF1mdjilSNuP5inOKVERTclo7SC4sw(B`̰׉ 7cassandra://we2BraZnzfdfGxSnndnD4s7tGaaD2A2_XLscHeipeqA'p͠d]Tw#xۚנd]Tw#xf9ׁHhttp://SavvySenior.orgׁ ׁ Јנd]Tw#x /|k9ׁHhttp://Everplans.comׁ ׁ Јנd]Tw#x̘ 9ׁHhttp://DoYourOwnWill.comׁ ׁ Јנd]Tw#x̄9ׁHhttp://TrustandWill.comׁ ׁ Јנd]Tw#x L9ׁHhttp://Nolo.comׁ ׁ Јנd]Tw#xMṖ9ׁHhttp://FindLegalHelp.orgׁ ׁ Јנd]Tw#x VU9ׁHhttp://ACTEC.orgׁ ׁ Јנd]Tw#x=W9ׁHhttp://NAEPC.orgׁ ׁ Јנd]Tw#x$Z9ׁHhttp://NAELA.orgׁ ׁ Јנd]Tw#xM(f9ׁHhttp://dalepark.comׁ ׁ Ј׉EzPage 18 THE MALDEN ADVOCATE–Friday, May 12, 2023 Like us on Facebook advocate newspaper Facebook.com/Advocate.news.ma St. Anthony’s Church Flea Market & Bazaar POOLED TRUSTS ELIGIBILITY OPERATIONS MEMO 23-15 M assHealth has just recently issued Eligibility Operations Memo 23-15 regarding how it will be treating pooled trusts. Pooled trusts are utilized typically when a single individual is applying for MassHealth benefits and is over the asset limit. A Payment is made to the non-profit organization that administers the pooled trust in order to reduce the applicant’s countable resources to $2,000. The administrator of the pooled trust may use the monies set aside for the applicant for support services that MassHealth does not pay for or for the purchase if items that MassHealth does not pay for, such as a computer. Any monies left over upon the MassHealth recipient’s death has to be utilized to pay back MassHealth for benefits paid on behalf of the recipient and typically 10% of the funds remaining will be kept by the pooled trust organization (often 20% if the recipient was receiving MassHealth benefits for two years or longer). If there are still monies remaining, those monies will be distributed to the family of the MassHealth recipient. The benefit is that MassHealth pays a nursing home anywhere from fifty to sixty percent of the private pay amount. Therefore, the amount that has to be repaid is much lower than the private pay rate allowing for the funds in the pooled trust to last longer. There is a chance that money will be left for the family to enjoy. Currently, a single person can put money into a pooled trust if over the asset limit and immediately qualify for MassHealth. There is no five-year look back period requirement. This recent memo is stating that after March 1, 2024, there will be a five-year look-back period requirement for funds placed into a pooled trust for applicants over the age of 65. Currently, there is no fiveyear look back period requirement for applicants who have funded a pooled trust at age 64 or younger, regardless of whether an application for MassHealth benefits is not submitted until age 65 or later, and that provision will remain the same. The likelihood is that this memo is designed to provide our state legislature time to enact legislation to allow for pooled trust to continue to be utilized as they have been in the past thereby requiring no fiveyear look-back period in order to avoid a disqualifying transfer. For example, if you wish to transfer your home into an irrevocable trust, you have to wait for five years in order to avoid a disqualifying transfer. We’ll see what law is actually passed in hopes of protecting the use of pooled trusts. Joseph D. Cataldo is an estate planning/elder law attorney, Certified Public Accountant, Certified Financial Planner, AICPA Personal Financial Specialist and holds a master’s degree in taxation. Saturday, May 13,, 2023 from 8:00 AM - 2:00 PM Featuring Crafts, Nick-Nacks & So Much More! ~ Admission Only .50 Cents ~ For info, call Linda: (781) 910-8615 All proceeds benefit St. Anthony’s Church For Advertising with Results, call The Advocate Newspapers at 617-387-2200 or Info@advocatenews.net REAL ESTATE TRANSACTIONS BUYER1 TAMANG, DIL B BUYER2 RAI, MAN K SELLER1 ROMANO, FRANCIS G SELLER2 ROMANO, STEVEN A Copyrighted material previously published in Banker & Tradesman/The Commercial Record, a weekly trade newspaper. It is reprinted with permission from the publisher, The Warren Group. For a searchable database of real estate transactions and property information visit: www.thewarrengroup.com. ADDRESS 65 MORRIS ST CITY MALDEN DATE 04.21.23 PRICE 699000 ׉ 7cassandra://fRKMaHFq-uuGdV8PV9AzxN0Ydq4zjKlY7mRvXEmD4qA,`̰d]Tl#x׉ETHE MALDEN ADVOCATE–Friday, May 12, 2023 Page 19 Hearts, Hugs & Hope: An Alzheimer’s Support Group at Forestdale Park Senior Living M ay 30, 2023, 5:00 pm, at Forestdale Park Assisted Living and Memory Care Community, 341 Forest Street, Malden. Our support group for caregivers meets in person at Forestdale Park. Dealing with Alzheimer's disease and related dementia isn't easy, so it is helpful to share your concerns and personal experiences with others who completely understand what you're going through. You will also learn about proven strategies to help you better care for your family member. RSVP to 781OBITUARIES Annmarie (Zarella) Cormier Of Malden, a longtime resident. Passed away on Monday, May 8th, in Haverhill. Annmarie was born in 1948 in Aviano, Italy. She is the daughter of Vito and Carmella Zarella. She came to the US at and early age, and the family settled in Boston where she was raised and educated. She married her sweetheart, Robert J. “Bo” Cormier, and the two lived in Boston’s North End, before settling down in Malden in the 70’s where they raised their two boys. She enjoyed being part of her community. She was part of The PTA, coached sports teams, and enjoyed working as a banker and jeweler. Her and her husband shared many wonderful years together until Bo’s passing in 2017. She is survived by her sons, Robert A. Cormier, and Jason P. Cormier, her granddaughter Aviana, her daughter in law Heather Cormier, and step granddaughter Kassandra Harding. Funeral services will be held from the Weir-MacCuish Golden Rule Funeral Home, 144 Salem St, Malden on Friday, May 12th, with visitation from 11 AM to 12 Noon, followed by a graveside service in Holy Cross Mausoleum, 175 Broadway, Malden. Romolo “Romeo” DiGiantommaso Of Malden, a lifelong resident. Passed away on May 8, 2023 at the age of 86. Romeo was the husband of the late Charlotte A. (Curley) DiGiantommaso. He was the loving father of Veronica O’Brien and her late husband James, Marjorie Vaccaro and her husband Robert and Dave DiGiantommaso and his wife Maria. Romeo was the dear brother of Anne Burns, Gloria Hudson, and the late Mary Steed, Helen Gaetani, Concetta O’Malley, Mildred Caporale, Edward, John, Thomas, Frank, Alfred, and Domenic DiGiantommaso, Teresa Bailey and Louise Spadafora. He was the cherished grandfather to seven grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren. He is also survived by many nieces and nephews. Visiting hours were held at the A. J. Spadafora Funeral Home, Malden on Thursday, May 11th followed by a service at the funeral home. Relatives and friends were invited to attend. Interment was in Forest Dale Cemetery, Malden. Malden Public Library hosts networking program for people 50 years and older. 333-8903 or reception@forestdalepark.com. Forestdale Park Senior Living is a project of the nonprofi t Volunteers of America Massachusetts, which has supported local seniors with specialized services for over 75 years. aavvyvy S avy avvy S oiorenniioor nior by Jim Miller How to Prepare a Will Dear Savvy Senior, I would like to make my last will and testament and would like to know if I can do it myself, or do I need to hire a lawyer? Don’t Have Much Dear Don’t, Very good question! Almost everyone needs a will, but only around one-third of American have actually prepared one. Having a last will and testament is important because it ensures your money and property will be distributed to the people you want to receive it after your death. If you die without a will (a.k.a. dying “intestate”), your estate will be settled in accordance with state law. Details vary by state, but assets typically are distributed using a hierarchy of survivors i.e., fi rst to a spouse, then to children, then your siblings, and so on. You also need to be aware that certain accounts take precedence over a will. If you jointly own a home or a bank account, for example, the house, and the funds in the account, will go to the joint holder, even if your will directs otherwise. Similarly, retirement accounts and life insurance policies are distributed to the benefi ciaries you designate, so it is important to keep them up to date too. Do You Need a Lawyer? Not necessarily. Creating a will with a do-it-yourself software program may be acceptable in some cases, particularly if you have a simple, straightforward estate and an uncomplicated family situation. Otherwise, it’s best to seek professional advice. An experienced lawyer can make sure you cover all your bases, which can help avoid family confusion and squabbles after you’re gone. If you need help fi nding someone the National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys (NAELA.org), the National Association of Estate Planners & Councils (NAEPC.org) and the American College of Trust and Estate Counsel (ACTEC.org) websites are good resources that have online directories to help you search. Costs will vary depending on your location and the complexity of your situation, but you can expect to pay somewhere between $200 and $1,000 or more to get your will made. To help you save, shop around and get price quotes from several different fi rms. And before you meet with an attorney, make a detailed list of your assets and accounts to help make your visit more effi cient. If money is tight, check with your state’s bar association (see FindLegalHelp.org) to fi nd low-cost legal help in your area. Or call the Eldercare Locater at 800-677-1116 for a referral. If you are interested in a do-it-yourself will, some top options 50+ Job Seekers Networking Group info Sign up dates to consider are Nolo’s Quicken WillMaker & Trust (Nolo.com, $99) and Trust & Will (TrustandWill.com, $159). Or, if that’s more than you’re willing to pay, you can make your will for free at FreeWill. com or DoYourOwnWill.com. It’s also recommended that if you do create your own will, have a lawyer review it to make sure it covers all the important bases. Where to Store it? Once your will is written, the best place to keep it is either in a fi reproof safe or fi le cabinet at home, in a safe deposit box in your bank or online at sites like Everplans.com. But make sure your executor knows where it is and has access to it. Or, if a professional prepares your will, keep the original document at your lawyer’s offi ce. Also, be sure to update your will if your family or fi nancial circumstances change, or if you move to another state. 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T he May 8 scheduled meeting was postponed to May 15, as the Malden River Works Steering Committee was also meeting on May 8. Since there are overlapping members of Malden River Works and the Friends of the Malden River (FoMR), they will be postponing the monthly meeting to May 15 via Zoom. New: Saturday, May 13, 1-4 p.m.: Wicked Cool Mystic will be treating folks to ice cream at Kierstead Park in Malden. We want to hear from you! Share ideas with us of how city policies and infrastructure can keep us cool during the increasing heat waves! Did I mention free ice cream and fun activities? You can fi ll out a Malden community survey at https://bostonu.qualtrics.com/ jfe/form/SV_erDwrhJ8NqHVTTw MUSINGS | FROM PAGE 3 August 11, 12 and 13. Beetlejuice make their triumphant return on or in your home language (best): • Arabic: https://bostonu.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_78NPsQMhnq5Uke2 • English: https://bostonu. qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_erDwrhJ8NqHVTTw • Simplifi ed Chinese: https:// bostonu.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/ SV_bQxqfE2xhPfpSJ0 • Spanish: https://bostonu.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/ SV_24qHiug8Q0mvyui • Vietnamese: https://bostonu.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/ SV_839WYrGDVgRyaSa • Portuguese: https://bostonu.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/ SV_3z0erS0vCaV1pLU • Haitian Creole: https://bostonu.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/ SV_88R2aA6GgucvnbU Sunday, May 14, 9:30-noon: Idle Friday night; fan favorites WildFire return for a Saturday night performance with Steve Savio’s “Sea Breeze” and Billy Joel TribMulti-Family Yard Sale Downsizing for retirement Lots of good stuff including items in original boxes Saturday, May 13th, 8:00 – Noon 110 Grand View Ave, Revere * Crack Repairing * Pot Hole Filling * Striping Handicapped Spaces * Free Estimates Tom’s Seal Coating Call Gary: 978-210-4012 Discount Tree Service 781-269-0914 Humane Removal Service COMMONWEALTH WILDLIFE CONTROL ANIMAL & BIRD REMOVAL INCLUDING RODENTS CALL 617-285-0023 Professional TREE REMOVAL & Cleanups 24-HOUR SERVICE Hands Craft Ales is running a Malden River/Neighborhood Cleanup with a complimentary beer for people over 21 years old. Let’s celebrate Mother Earth by caring and sharing with Running Club Malden and FoMR. To register go to https://www.eventbrite. com/e/mothers-day-for-mother-earth-malden-river-cleanup-tickets-596003030107?fbclid=IwAR1LrOG26M1ogJ-lQRP r p u it mM S J9 P 49 y - jH9hoCYv5fKBI2BrWDuyOh61go or just show up! Sunday, May 21, 8:00-noonish: The Mystic River Watershed Association’s 27th Annual Herring Run and Paddle (https://mysticriver.org/ calendar/2023/5/21/27th-annual-my stic -r iv er-her - ring-run-and-paddle) at Blessute Act “Heart Attack Ack Ack Ack Ack Ack” entertaining on Sunday. • More than one young lady overheard saying they want to be just like Rosemarie Barricelli when they grow up. Looking great, Rose! • Chef Chris (Cirino) of the kitchen is to be complimented. The food, as always, was excellent. Then the vino started to flow. Then the dancers showed up on the dance fl oor. Then I hightailed it home for my recliner. Malden’s own Ed Sheehan wrote these touching words some years ago. Ed was born in 1918 and passed away in 1992 at age 74. Those 74 years were fi lled with (like most of us) the ups and downs of life but always with a deep-rooted love of Malden. Ed was an actor appearing in the original (1968) Hawaii Five-O, 1980’s Magnum PI with Tom Selleck and the acclaimed 1960 fi lm “Twelve Hours to Kill” with Barbara Eden, Gavin MacLeod and Nico Minardos. If you are Malden, these words go straight from the Ed’s heart to yours. They jump off the page right out at you, much like Elliot Paul and his culturally important volume, “Linden on the Saugus Branch,” where you can see, smell and hear our beloved Malden of yesteryear: “There is a part of me that will always be Malden. Our family was wealthy in everything but money. My father was a sheet metal worker and my mother, a nurse...moved to Malden ...thinking it a nicer place to raise a family. They were right. Our clothes were always clean - our stomachs full. I left high school after the fi rst year to go to work. After that I got my education at the Malden Public Library. I went to Pearl Harbor in 1940 - where it was always summer - I have always been happy. But ing of the Bay Boathouse. Register now for a fantastic way to support the Mystic River. Bike to the Sea will be leading a 14mile bike ride (11:00-1:00). For more information go to https:// biketothesea.org/event/2022herring-run-paddle-bike-copy/ Saturday, June 3, 2 p.m.-5 p.m.: Explore Malden River with the Chinese Culture Connection and Malden River Works. Come to River’s Edge for an Environmental Science Fair and family fun with games and activities. More information to follow! Saturday, June 10,12-7 p.m.: Malden PorchFest throughout our Fair City! (https://maldenporchfest.com/) Saturday, June 17, 11:00 a.m.3:00 p.m.: Juneteenth in Malden: at Lincoln Commons with music, I need only to shut my eyes to bring back the faces and places of Malden - its streets of brilliant autumn, moist spring, and silent snow. Summer sassafras and lilac, fresh bread, crisp apples - the slap of a screen door and my mother’s voice summoning me to supper. In my memory there is a Malden that will never change. I am grateful to it - I wish it could have happened to everybody.” It is said in “Malden Musings”... • Had a wonderful conversation with Paul Abare’s oldest sister, Marie, recently. We went down Paul Abare memory lane (and of course) not a dry eye over the phone by the time we fi nished. Paul was a very special person who we all looked up to (literally as well as fi guratively) and admired not only for his hoop skills, but for the kind, gentle man he was. • On a recent Friday morning walk through the streets of Malden with brother Joe, we encounter some of Malden’s best and brightest: Parking Department Supervisor Ernie “Son of Ernie” Ardolino, retired Malden firefighter and all-star southpaw pitcher for the Belmont Hill Bashers of the old Malden YMCA Outreach Softball League – Donny Boyce, and the original “problem solver” himself, Dana Brown. Dana was off to give advice and to problem solve for yet another school system within the Greater Boston area. Darn, why can’t we get guys like him to solve our problems. • Good grief! Have you heard about the aspiring local pol showing up unannounced at a certain social media infl uencer’s home with gifts and a request for a selfie? As Walter Winchell once said, “The same thing happened today that happened yesterday, only to diff erent people.” performances and a free community BBQ. For more information go to https://cityofmalden. org/Calendar.aspx?EID=3446 Support the Massachusetts Waterways with a Massachusetts Environmental Trust license plate; purchase an Environmental Trust Plate – https://www.mass.gov/ guides/a-guide-to-purchasing-a-specialty-environmental-license-plate Mission of the Friends of the Malden River: FoMR seeks to promote awareness of and interest in the Malden River, improve its water quality and increase access for public enjoyment. Check out their Facebook page (https:// www.facebook.com/FriendsoftheMaldenRiver) and website (https://maldenriver.wordpress. com/) for more information! • Can you believe Arthur Kahn recently turned 90? Seems like he’s been around for 190 years! I kid. Arthur has told me on at least 25 separate occasions the time his suit was stolen out of his locker at the old Y. The way he tells it, I could hear it another 25. Congratulations, Arthur, the years have been kind to you. • Breaking news! Dave Angelo (MPD Maintenance Engineer & former Highland Cafe CEO) is a grandfather! Sonny Joseph DiFilippo was born on May 2 weighing in at 10 lbs. 2.8 oz. and 22" tall! Congratulations, my friend, enjoy! As Peter Falk’s iconic TV character Columbo would say, “Just one more thing, sir” – and now, the word directly from San Rock: “As we approach the 93rd Annual Saint Rocco Feast, we realize how blessed we are to keep this tradition alive – for 93 years! When a group of Italian immigrants assembled for the first time in 1929, it was to honor a tradition they brought with them from their homeland of Italy. They would be proud to know that their tradition is alive and well. The spirit of Saint Rocco lives in our hearts the whole year, and this gives us the strength to carry on the tradition of our forefathers. Mille grazie (many thanks) to all of you for being a part of the San Rocco tradition and supporting us throughout the years. Please mark your calendars for the greatest event in the city of Malden for the past 93 years and join us on August 11th through the 13th. Buona Fest! Viva Saint Rocco! A Cent’Anni!” Peter is a long-time Malden resident and a regular contributor to the Malden Advocate. 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On May 13, 1941, Chicano rock music pioneer “Ritchie” Valens was born; what is the name of his Mexican folk song cover hit? 5. Until 1951, U.S. coin-operated telephone calls cost how many cents: three, fi ve or 10? 6. May 14 is Mother’s Day; what is the offi cial Mother’s Day fl ower? 7. What game that was originally called Criss-Cross Words only sold 532 in its fi rst year? 8. In what year was the 1st “Oldies But Goodies” collection of rock and roll hits released: 1959, 1964 or 1971? 9. In 1861, what “Fireside Poet,” who died in Cambridge, Mass., wrote in a journal, “The word May is a perfumed word... It means youth, love, song; and all that is beautiful in life”? 10. May 15 is National Chocolate Chip Day; in 1937 in what state did Ruth Graves Wakefi eld cut up a chocolate bar to invent chocolate chip cookies? 11. What is considered the “Greatest Show on Earth” (having 2 million attendees per day): Carnival in Rio de Janeiro, Carnival in Venice or Mardi Gras in New Orleans? 12. In the 1932 short “The Music Box” who delivered a piano? 13. In Amsterdam, what method of transport is most commonly stolen? 14. On May 16, 1957, what road in Massachusetts opened? 15. What is cos lettuce also called? 16. What global writing system has 63 characters? 17. On May 17, 1875, what oldest consecutively held thoroughbred horse race in the United States was fi rst run? 18. How many days of rain were there when Noah was on the Ark: 30, 40 or 80? 19. What kind of entertainment involves the cascade, shower and fountain? 20. On May 18, 1980, what mountain in Washington state erupted? ANSWERS Sandy Juliano Broker/President EVERETT - 26-26A Victoria Street. 2 family, 5 & 6 room, $850,000. 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