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The fatal pedestrian tragedy took place this past Thursday, October 19 around noon. KILLED | SEE PAGE 12 By Neil Zolot I M alden Ward 6 Councillor Stephen Winslow recently visited Malden High School to meet with MHS educator Mitch Abbatessa and donate a boxful of bicycle safety lights. Abbatessa is the advisor for the MHS Bicycle Club, which twice a month makes use of the school’s FLEX Joy Class Block to venture outside the building for supervised, 30-minute biking trips around the school, primarily on the Malden part of the Northern Strand Community Trail. Courtesy of Councillor Winslow, MHS | SEE PAGE 2 ncumbent Mayoral candidate Gary Christenson focused on Malden Ward 6 Councillor Winslow helps MHS students with bike safety what he has accomplished in offi ce, while challenger Lisette Alvarado focused on the need for better access to city govE Friday, October 27, 2023 Mayoral debate addresses quality of life, public safety and teen issues Mayoral challenger Lisette Alvarado, debate moderator/Commonwealth Seminar President and CEO Leverett Wing and Mayor Gary Christenson (right) are shown at the mayoral debate at the Washington Street Senior/Teen Center on Wednesday, October 18. The debate was sponsored by the Greater Malden Asian American Community Coalition. (Advocate photo by Neil Zolot) ernment and services in an increasingly diverse communiDEBATE | SEE PAGE 8 Malden MCAS results are impressive: near the top in many categories when compared to similar school districts In different studies, Malden Public Schools ranks well; being the most diverse culturally of all, it is a solid achievement By Steve Freker T Malden High School educator and Bicycle Club advisor Mitch Abbatessa (left) is shown receiving a donation of bicycle safety lights from Ward 6 Councillor Steve Winslow. (Courtesy/Malden Public Schools) he Malden Public Schools MCAS results rank higher than in nearly every similar district – culturally and demographically – to which it could be compared. 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Ramos and co-defendant Igor Desouza, 27, also of Malden, were indicted by a federal grand jury in December 2021. Desouza pleaded guilty to related charges on August 31, 2023, and he is scheduled to be sentenced on December 1. According to reports, Ramos and Desouza were arrested after a search of a Malden residence nations of bicycles and repair tools for our mini-shop in the past,” Abbatessa said. “It is easy to see that many Malden High students are using bikes to get to and from school, judging by the numbers of bicycles that are at the bike racks outside the school. where they both lived on May 25, 2021. Authorities said that during the search they recovered a fi rearm, over 200 rounds of ammunition, black tar heroin, MDMA crystals, cocaine, doses of LSD and nearly 10,000 pills, which included the following: thousands of methamphetamine pills pressed to resemble Adderall or Xanax, thousands of fentanyl pills (some mixed with xylazine) pressed to resemble oxycodone, thousands of MDMA tablets, amphetamines and oxycodone. The charge of distribution of possession with intent to distribute 50 grams or more of methamphetamine, 40 grams or more of fentanyl and other controlled substances provides for a sentence of at least fi ve years and up to 40 years in prison, four years and up to life of supervised release and a fi ne of $5 million, authorities said. It is great to see,” said Councillor Winslow, who cofounded Bike to the Sea, Inc., which is based in Malden. 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So, what does a sustainable, thriving future for Malden look like? First, this means protecting our community from the changing climate, one of our biggest future threats. The bad storms we had this past summer show what’s ahead, as temperatures rise, floods increase and weather gets worse. The good news is that there’s a lot we can do for climate action at the local level: improving our homes and businesses to be more energy efficient, planting more trees, maintaining our storm runoff plans and drain systems, installing more electric vehicle chargers, and making it is safe and easy to take the bus, walk or bike. I’ve Our 51st Anniversary Chris 2023 Carey McDonald City Councillor At Large helped us start Malden’s first Climate Action Plan, and I hope you’ll get involved in planning for our local climate future! Learn more at cityofmalden. org/cap. Second, a sustainable future for our city requires a stable, growing tax base. As chair of the Finance Committee, I helped us pass this year’s $215 million annual budget that continues our city services and makes big investments in our schools. But we balanced that budget with one-time income sources. Property taxes are the largest source of city revenue, yet increases are capped by the state. To keep up with inflation we actually need new growth and development of residential and commercial property. If we do nothing, we will likely be facing tough choices to reduce city services in the next 3-5 years. Working with the Mayor and my colleagues on the City Council, we’ve started to rethink our zoning and long-term master plan for the city. Let’s ensure we get the sustainable growth we want and need, which respects our current neighborhoods and creates jobs and business opportunities for our residents. I’m a parent, my kids are at Forestdale School in first and third grade. I ran for office to make sure this community is inclusive, imaginative and dynamic for them as they grow up. Our city should expect leaders to take the long view and plan for the next generation. When you think about how you’ll vote on November 7 (or vote early at City Hall through November 2), I hope you’ll ask every candidate what their plan is for Malden’s sustainable future for our climate, our finances and our values. For Advertising with Results, call The Advocate Newspapers at 617-387-2200 orInfo@advocatenews.net PURE WATER STORE of MALDEN .25 Cents per Gallon Fill your own container We purify our water using the process Reverse Osmosis guaranteeing the purest water available. 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For nearly three decades, this multi-award-winning artist has brought the funny back to the funny pages with a uniquely personal style that’s a cross between “Calvin & Hobbes,” MAD and underground comix. Keith Knight is part of a generation of African-American artists who were raised on hip-hop, infusing their work with urgency, edge, humor, satire, politics and race. His art has appeared in various publications worldwide, including The Washington Post, The New Yorker, San Francisco Chronicle, The Nib, Ebony, ESPN the Magazine, MAD Magazine, and The Funny Times. In 2020 the world was introduced to Knight’s work in a whole new way – as the inspiration for the live-action streaming television series “Woke,” courtesy of Hulu. Knight serves as a co-creator, writer and executive producer on the show. 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Julie is working hard to fi ll the (soon to be) vacant Ward 5 seat held by our beloved outgoing Councillor, Barbara Walsh Murphy – a worthy successor for sure if she prevails in November. As Bobby Sherman once sang, “Julie, Julie, Julie do ya love me?” Yes, she does! Her love for Malden runs deep. With that said, let’s get to know Julie a little bit better (as you can see, her love of music knows no particular genre)! 1. First concert – NKOTB. 2. Last concert – Zac Brown Band. 3. Worst concert – Jewel (although it was in Virginia Beach and a fabulous venue). 4. Loudest concert – Summer Jam. 5. Best Concert – Billy Joel and Elton John. 6. Seen the most – Billy Joel. 7. Most surprising – Lady Gaga (she was amazing and not at all what I expected!) 8. Happy I got to see – Mary J. Blige. 9. Wish I could have seen – Frank Sinatra. 10. Still need to see – Luke Coombs. Speaking of music... “Malden Musings” (redux) celebrates the 50th anniversary of legendary singer/songwriter/human rights activist Stevie Wonder “Julie Willcox Turner” By Peter Levine Brown University starting quarterback Jake Willcox playing a short set of songs at the Jenkins Auditorium at the behest of one of our beloved educators Mrs. (Helen) Phillips (now deceased, 2014). The announcement came early in the day that an “emergency gathering for the whole school” was to take place almost immediately. For some odd reason, the sophomore class was not invited – so much for the “whole school.” Once all were seated, to the delight of the student body assembled, Principal Arthur Boyle announced from the stage that “Steve Wonder (not Stevie, as he was known to all) was in the Auditorium.” Stevie comes striding down the Aud steps accompanied by Mrs. Philips dressed in all his 1973 glory! From the story I have heard, another educator, Mrs. Cliff ord, had become friends with Stevie’s manager while the Class of 1973 were doing a Sickle Cell Anemia Fundraiser. Although sophomores weren’t initially invited, as soon as word spread about who was in the aud, the rest of the student body came rushing in. I had a prime seat already; I had a “study hall” across from the Jenkins, and as soon as I heard what was going on I bolted in. Mrs. Philip’s son Brian remembers the day like this: “I was in 8th grade, only 14 at the time and I really lucked out being there. I knew Stevie was famous, but I don’t think it really hit me HOW big a deal it was till he won all those Grammys a few months later and the years that followed. I was really just starting to discover music in general and my own personal taste. Sadly, I think I only have one picture and it appeared in the yearbook that year. I know there are others fl oating around somewhere, my mom, who orchestrated the whole thing recently moved in with my sister and her husband in Virginia and photos she had are probably packed away somewhere.” Stevie played a short set. I remember being awestruck, as MUSINGS| SEE PAGE 18 ׉ 7cassandra://UNifJOriiC_Km1MadKNY70PtP8RjfyjUgnjxkGIINzA,`̰e:։X6&׉ETHE MALDEN ADVOCATE–Friday, October 27, 2023 Page 7 A football maven turns Good Samaritan animal rescuer Malden High coach Exilhomme is all heart in saving the life of a baby bunny Like us on Facebook advocate newspaper Facebook.com/Advocate.news.ma Yard Sale Saturday, October 28 starting at 9:00 AM 111 Holyoke Street, Malden BABY BUNNY: This baby bunny was rescued by Malden High football Head Coach Witche Exilhomme at the football stadium. (Advocate Photos) By Steve Freker t was the end of another long day at Macdonald Stadium and the coach was the last one to leave, as usual, one night last week. He was locking up the gate and getting ready to take off when something caught his eye. A large cat – all white – had stopped right in its tracks, about 15 feet away, just inside the stadium. “I could see it clearly, mostly because it was all white and standing out in the darkness,” I LIFE SAVER: Malden High School football Head Coach and newly appointed Dean of Students Witche Exilhomme points out the baby rabbit that he saved at the football stadium, which is now in good hands and recovering from its injuries. the coach recalled. “Wait a minute,” the coach thought aloud, “what is that in the cat’s mouth?” “It was holding something right in its teeth,” he said. “It was too big to be a mouse, but maybe it was a rat. I was just not sure, so I walked back into the stadium to check it out.” The mysterious white cat got skittish as the coach approached, dropped its cargo and skedaddled away, as quickly as it had arrived. Walking up to take a closer look, the coach finally had his answer. Not a mouse, not a rat, but lo and behold, not a rodent at all. It was a baby rabbit, which somehow got separated from its family and was snatched up and most likely destined to be the next meal of that Macdonald Stadium cat. Ask anyone who knows Malden High football Head Coach Witche Exilhomme, a 2012 MHS graduate who has lived most of his life in this community, and they would be able to list his most noticeable traits easily, though not necessarily in this order: tough, compassionate and with a heart as big as Malden Square. Take away his job description, and if you ask anyone about Coach Exilhomme’s personal mission, the answer is this: He helps people. So it is no surprise what Witche Exilhomme did next. You see, he is also an animal lover. The big man scooped up the tiny bunny, wrapped it up in a towel in his car and brought it home. It was a warm night so the coach made sure the baby rabbit was comfortable inside his car and fed it some carrots because he could not take it inside. Why not? Well, it seems that Coach Exilhomme is also a cat person. Who knew? “I did not trust my own two cats, Zeus and Athena, if I brought the little one inside,” Coach Exilhomme recalled. “Too much temptation,” he added with a smile. The coach brought the baby bunny to work the next morning, at Malden High School, where he is the newly appointed Dean of Students, and made arrangements to have a friend come by the school and take the baby rabbit to a safe place. “She is a very generous woman and that’s what she does. She takes in injured or lost animals and makes sure they get back to health. If they are wild, they get released back in a safe place,” Coach Exilhomme said, noting that the bunny did have a good-sized cut on its back that had to be attended to by the animal caretaker as well. The little rabbit is now in good hands, thanks to the kind deed of the guy whose main job is taking care of his fl ock of football players and now the students RESCUE RABBIT: This baby rabbit was rescued from a bad fate by Malden football Head Coach Witche Exilhomme. of Malden High. Oh, and don’t forget Zeus and Athena! Need a hall for your special event? The Schiavo Club, located at 71 Tileston Street, Everett is available for your Birthdays, Anniversaries, Sweet 16 parties and more? 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It’s important we engage our community where they’re at and fi nd out what’s happening in the neighborhoods to mold policy.” In her opening statement she pointed out she had worked for Barack Obama when he was a senator and president, overseeing appointments to posts. “I have the credentials and grit to be leader of the city,” she feels. The event ran about 90 minutes and was attended by about 140 people. The moderator was Leverett Wing, president and CEO of the Commonwealth Seminar, an educational tool for legislators and leaders. Alvarado and Christenson were questioned by 16-yearold High School junior Shawn Chen, the youth member of GMAACC’s Board of Directors; 17-year-old High School senior Ada Li, a member of the Youth Committee of the Asian Community Development Corporation, and middle-aged Calvin Walker, president of the state Senior Action Committee’s Metro North branch. GMAACC founding member Diana Jeong said the inclusion of the Malden High School students on the panel was “to include our youth. We want to give them a platform.” Given that, it was not surprising that Li asked the candidates about how they would engage young people in local government. “Teen voices should be heard to get input from the voters of tomorrow,” Alvarado answered. She also said she would fi nd new space for a Teen Enrichment Center and create a Youth Council, as is done in many other communities. “We’d continue doing what we’re doing,” Christenson answered, referencing the work of the Teen Enrichment Center and Summer Youth Employment Offi ce and his monthly meetings with the Malden Promise Coalition. Li also asked the candidates if they would work to create shaded bus stop structures for the many Middle and High School students who take buses every day. Alvarado answered that she plans to increase the number of bus stop shelters to create “safe spaces for students and seniors to take a trip that is already time consuming.” She also said reinstituting student busing will alleviate traffi c in the city by “taking cars off the road and making sure students get to school on time” and a senior shuttle will also help alleviate traffi c and increase senior access to all parts of the city. Christenson countered that the cost of student busing is “astronomical” and would take away money for other things. In response to a question from Chen about improving the school system, he added that the recent $12 million increase in the school budget was the largest in Malden history, although admitted that some of that money came from state sources. Alvarado answered that she has four children in the Malden Public Schools and the issue of class size needs to be addressed. Both candidates said they would work with Malden’s state senators and representatives to change aid funding formulas to increase aid. Calvin asked how the issue of the Mystic Valley Regional Charter School buying Malden property, shrinking the tax base, should be addressed. Alvarado responded that she pulled her children out of charter schools and objected when a charter school bought a building in Maplewood Square rather than spend money on education. “We need the foresight to purchase property before the MVRCS, possibly through the Aff ordable Housing Trust Fund,” she feels. “We did not know that block was for sale,” Christenson countered. “When we did, we stepped in to make sure tenants weren’t evicted and now they’re in stable housing.” He added that he’s had disputes with charter schools, including use of sports fi elds by Malden students, but “you have to keep the lines of communication open.” This dovetailed with a question from Li about the rising price of housing and creating more aff ordable housing. Christenson touted the work of the Offi ce of Housing Stability and Malden’s strong Inclusionary Zoning Ordinance. “By continuing to work and making it a priority, as the administration has been doing, we’ll increase the number of units over the next four years,” he said. “It’s something I hear a lot about,” Alvarado said about the issue. “We have seniors being priced out of their homes.” She suggested rent control be considered as an option, but under parameters that would exclude landlords who own one or two double- and triple-deckers “that tend to charge less because they’re generating income for themselves, not corporations.” She also said the city might be able to help fi rst-time homebuyers with down payments. Calvin and Li both asked questions about climate change and Malden’s status as a heat island. Alvarado lamented the conversion of Roosevelt Park to artifi cial turf and feels the Master Plan and Open Space Plan must be updated to prioritize green and open space, walkability and public transportation to “make sure we’re treating all wards equitably. We have an environmental quality equity issue. There are some wards that suff er more than others.” Christenson countered that the Master Plan and Open Space Plan will be updated soon and some action was delayed due to the pandemic. “We’ll continue to do what we’re doing and follow the Environmental Action Plan and garner resources from the state,” he said. He also touted solar panels at the DPW, use of electric motor vehicles by city departments and the recent planting of 2,400 trees. On the issue of pedestrian safety, Christenson said, “I’d continue to do what we’ve been doing,” referring to work and money spent on bike paths, walk signals and a recent Community Development Block Grant of $200,000 to improve pedestrian safety. “You have my commitment to continue to look at pedestrian safety and allocate resources to do so.” Alvarado answered that the issues of traffi c, pedestrian safety, walkability and open space are all interconnected and need to be addressed in a comprehensive fashion. Chen asked a catch-all question about how each candidate would ensure Malden is a safe and inclusive environment. “We are a very diverse community and there’s a concern of safety in the community when you don’t speak the dominant language,” Alvarado answered. “We need to make sure Malden is safe for our various communities and have a zero-tolerance policy for hate. Everyone should be able to live here without fear of hate towards them. We need to make sure people have access in the language they speak and expand constituent services and triage to deliver services to the right place in various languages.” She also suggested creation of an Offi ce of Public Engagement. Christenson answered that he would provide the fi re and police departments the resources they need that “will lead to a safer community. We’ll also continue to use our language access coordinator and translate vital documents. We meet with a number of organizations to make sure we build access to all at City Hall. As Mayor I represent all residents.” He advised against the creation of an Offi ce of Public Engagement, feeling that is already the job of city offi cials. Both candidates felt the debate went well. Christenson felt he was eff ective in getting his points across, “even more so.” “It was fantastic,” Alvarado concluded. “I think people are ready for a change.” She feels it will be a close race. Classifieds Advocate Call now! 617-387-2200 advertise on the web atwww.advocatenews.net ׉ 7cassandra://iD-rraOI0ifFFvckMoA5pVguIJmzAbDMBgrLXy99iVU%`̰e:։X6&׉E THE MALDEN ADVOCATE–Friday, October 27, 2023 Page 9 Grand Opening of Revive Medical Aesthetics & Wellness M ayor Gary Christenson recently attended the ribbon-cutting ceremony of Revive Medical Aesthetics & Wellness, which is located at 888 Eastern Ave. Revive is a full-service medical spa committed to off ering a wide variety of treatment options with a high level of service that creates powerful outcomes. Owner Maggie Pierre is proud of their ability to give clients a sense of self by enhancing skin health, empowering individuals by building confi dence, and fostering a community around a common interest in looking as good as you feel. They also off er weight loss education and support as well as stress management to help combat obesity and reduce risks of co-existing conditions. For more information, including hours of operation, please visit www.revivemedi.com. Job Program Offered at the Malden Public Library Helps People 50 Years Old and Older T he Malden Public Library (MPL) is continuing to off er the 50+ Job Seekers Program. This is a free service and anyone 55 years or older is welcome to join any or all the sessions. All classes are held on Zoom. Anyone interested who doesn’t have a computer or isn’t familiar with Zoom is welcome to come to the library and borrow a Chromebook during the sessions. Library staff will make sure anyone interested in participating can do so. The morning sessions are from 9:30-11:30 a.m. and meet on the first & third Wednesdays. The evening sessions are from 6-8 p.m. and meet on the second & fourth Wednesdays. Session topics include: self-assessment and transferrable skills, creating your “career story” pitch, LinkedIn profi les, resumes, networking and creating a marketing plan. The MPL is excited to continPictured from left to right: Laurette Joseph, Maiysha Jacob, Mayor Gary Christenson, Owner Maggie Pierre and Jade Christian. ue offering this program and encourages anyone interested to attend. Call the MPL with Afternoon Schedule: November 8, 6 p.m. – Thinking Outside the Box (Panel Discussion) November 29, 6 p.m. – Interview Strategies & Preparation December 13, 6 p.m. – Networking 2.0 December 20, 6 p.m. – Creating a Marketing Plan & Brief Sign up at https://tinyurl. com/4842xzsp 50 + Job Seekers questions at 781-324-0218; ask for Marita. Morning Schedule: November 1, 9:30 a.m. – Thinking Outside the Box (Panel Discussion) November 15, 9:30 a.m. – Interview Strategies & Preparation December 6, 9:30 a.m. – Networking 2.0 December 20, 9:30 a.m. – Creating a Marketing Plan & Brief Sign up at https://tinyurl.com/ bdzxccp2 Important Schedule Note for Evening Meetings Due to Thanksgi ving, we’re hosting a meeting on Wednesday, November 29 (fi fth Wednesday), instead of on Wednesday, November 22 (the fourth Wednesday). Due to Christmas, we’re hosting a meeting on Wednesday, December 20 (the third Wednesday), instead of on Wednesday, December 27 (the fourth Wednesday). 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These two elected offi cials have played a critical role in supporting qualifi ed candidates, especially female candidates, from School Committee to City Councilors. To earn their endorsement Endorsement is truly an honor. It also shows that our message of change, inclusion, and making spaces for all voices is resonating with our city leaders. This campaign has worked hard to make inroads into our many communities. The hard work we do on a daily basis is already making a real diff erence in this city. Whether we agree or disagree, all Maldonians should work together to make our city better for the future. Moreover, my recognition by this group of very infl uential, involved citizens adds one credence to my pledge to work with our City Council to be a leader for change and progress in Malden. ~ Home of the Week ~ SAUGUS...Quaint 5 room, 2 bedroom, 1 1/2 bath Ranch situated on a private, dead-end street. Eat-in kitchen, oak cabinets, dining room with corner built-in hutch, spacious living room, 2 good-size bedrooms, hardwood floors, semi-finished lower level with half bath, walkout to private back yard, roof approximately 7 years old. A little TLC needed to make this gem shine. Offered at $449,900 335 Central Street, Saugus, MA 01906 (781) 233-7300 View the interior of this home right on your smartphone. View all our listings at: CarpenitoRealEstate.com Former-Councillor DeMaria: “I’m a believer that competition encourages creativity, greater problem solving, and revolutionary thinking. It forces our elected leaders to listen to the people and step up their game. We should never stay dormant and blindly support the status quo - especially if they just pretend to care prior to an election. As a retired Malden elected offi cial, I believe we need greater representation of women in politics. We need women who prioritize problem solving and concentrate on thinking outside the box. I’ve helped crack the glass ceiling slightly, but it’s still there. Does Malden really welcome diversity? Or is it still an “old boys club” where women leaders are undermined and burned out from lack of authentic support? Malden counts just single digits for women in leadership roles and that must change. Starting from the top. I’m very proud to support Lissette Alvarado for Mayor! She has the courage and tenacity to do the work and stand up for Malden today!” -Debbie DeMaria Councillor Ryan O’Malley: “I support Lissette Alvarado for Mayor of Malden because she actually cares about the environment and will defend our priceless greenspace. As a former student of the Salemwood, I know Lissette will protect Roosevelt Park, its historic weeping willow trees, and prioritize the health and safety of our community and its schoolchildren. For decades, the city has pandered to well connected developers and has exclusively built luxury apartments that Maldonians can’t afford. Lissette will help spearhead aff ordable homeownership opportunities, so that families are not priced out of Malden and so our elders can age in place. Lissette will bring transparency and accountability to the mayor’s offi ce and her experienced leadership will serve as an example of good governance. For these reasons and more, I ask that you vote for the only authentic candidate for Mayor: Lissette Alvarado!” - Ryan O’Malley For more information on our campaign, to volunteer, or to donate, please visit our website at LAforMalden.com. ׉ 7cassandra://i5rTC9vEscHNaJD1wNPVZ9LErjieriDhD4thAL1_rTo*`̰e:։X6&׉E^THE MALDEN ADVOCATE–Friday, October 27, 2023 Page 11 Questions about renewing MassHealth? MVES will be at the Malden Public Library I f you have MassHealth, you will need to renew your coverage this year. Mystic Valley Elder Services (MVES) will be at the Malden Public Library over the next few months to discuss how to renew your health benefi ts through MassHealth – no appointment necessary. The Library will also have some MassHealth renewal information fl yers available in other languages, including Spanish, Chinese, Vietnamese, Arabic, Portuguese and Haitian Creole. Drop by the Library at one of the times listed below to talk with MVES: • Tuesday, November 14: 1:003:00 p.m. • Wednesday, November 29: 3:00-5:00 p.m. • Thursday, December 14: 1:003:00 p.m. MassHealth Flyer Like us on Facebook advocate newspaper Facebook.com/Advocate.news.ma ׉ 7cassandra://gcrsj6v473E4GZgZizTAj2qwZ9NyYhC_BO98XUI20QY*7`̰e:։X6&ˁe:։X6&ʁ PבCט(u׉׉ 7cassandra://TDhH2GEWRFkRNJiDjagf98ihWmjTAwtKh97pz_J23_8ٶ`)׉ 7cassandra://-B3Yth_A-zHnWwSTdUcUGZaLferqmgLWiZq7N-Xzf2E͙`J׉ 7cassandra://AebJxt2GdRJJVW5fTTsomE6MYMZJQ2eKc8ILSQlD-XM)`̰׉ 7cassandra://rb7xQolReHmkb7HAeQlznODwrFVG1MpBKO0BFw2J-tk$4͠e:֍X6'ט((u׉׉ 7cassandra://vdAeqU3n0g1xM4HkcdB7LBH6ckfmIPjA5e18nRUMadg`)׉ 7cassandra://tv_NLWhKcfBGtb4PMu5heaGk-8S5tycxoxQ5t4Yj2SU͞c`J׉ 7cassandra://LPdJtqloZWIfZqCp_6oLIX6q5vG9UiCIAOyCvT9bnDM+`̰׉ 7cassandra://MpEMFc-1AAKykYH_5N-SYww7D-66rMOJoPHx3zPUuygl@͠e:֍X6'נe:֍X6'Q9ׁH!http://cityofmalden.org/272cross.ׁ ׁ Јנe:֍X6'$9ׁHhttp://www.gofundme.com/f/funerׁ ׁ Јנe:֍X6'&9ׁH http://cityofmalden.org/213main.ׁ ׁ Ј׉E_Page 12 THE MALDEN ADVOCATE–Friday, October 27, 2023 Malden’s Housing Trust Makes First Awards to Affordable Housing Projects M alden’s Affordable Housing Trust Fund Board awarded more than $800,000 to two affordable housing projects on October 18th, marking the first time that the Board awarded funds to housing development projects. “This moment has been years in the making and marks a new chapter in our efforts to combat the housing crisis,” said Mayor Christenson, who chairs the Trust Fund Board. “Affordable housing doesn’t happen by accident – it requires intention, commitment, and investment from leaders, developers, neighbors, and the whole community. These two projects will take two blighted properties and transform them into affordable homes for Malden residents, improving our neighborhoods and strengthening our community at the same time.” In addition to funds allocated by the Mayor and Council, the Trust also received $300,000 from the Community Preservation Committee (CPC) to develop affordable housing on their KILLED | FROM PAGE 1 Middlesex District Attorney Marian Ryan and Malden Police Chief Glenn Cronin identified the victim for the first time on Wednesday. Mary T. McTaggart, who was believed to be a Forest Street resident, was the victim in the case, authorities said. According to the Middlesex DA, the preliminary investigation indicates that a BMW SUV was traveling south on Main Street when it collided with another SUV that was stopped at the traffic light at the intersection with Mountain Avenue. This is one of Malden’s busiest intersections. After striking the first vehicle, the BMW SUV ultimately traveled off the roadway, striking two telephone poles and knocking down a traffic light, before fatally striking an adult female – who was identified as Mary McTaggart – who was standing on the sidewalk. She was trapped underneath the behalf through a pilot program. Under the program, the Trust awards the CPC’s funds to affordable housing projects. “We are thrilled that Community Preservation Act funds will be creating new affordable housing for Malden's residents,” said CPC Co-Chairs Rachael Running and Eric Henry. “CPC's partnership with the Trust pairs our funding and housing expertise to serve our most vulnerable residents. We look forward to partnering with the Trust to create more affordable housing for our community.” The 213 Main Street project was awarded $373,625 from the Trust, including $300,000 in funds from the CPC. This project will build 20 affordable units on the site of the former Salvation Army building, including sixteen units affordable to residents at 60% of the area median income (AMI) and four units affordable to residents at 30% AMI. The project is led by Asian Community Development Corporation, which bought the property last year with the Pictured: Renderings (from left) 213 Main Street by ACDC; and 272 Cross Street by TND City’s American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds. 213 Main Street received Planning Board approval earlier this month, with more than one hundred residents writing in favor. If state funding is approved for the project in 2024, construction would begin in early 2025. More information about this project is available at cityofmalden.org/213main. The Trust also awarded $450,000 to 272-274 Cross Street, a project to build five homeownership units on the site of an unoccupied, partially demolished three-family home. Three of the units will be nearby hospital as a precaution, though no injuries have been reported to either them or the driver of the BMW SUV. No other persons in the area of the crash were reported injured as a result of the accident. Some news reports stated the FUNERAL FUND DRIVE: A funeral fund drive on GoFundMe has been started for the late Mary T. McTaggart. BMW, and firefighters used Jaws of Life to help free her from the wrecked vehicle. She was transported to a local hospital where she was pronounced dead. According to reports, the victim had just visited the Middlesex YMCA Food Pantry nearby on Dartmouth Street and most likely was headed home on foot with her pushcart. The driver of the BMW remained on the scene. Two occupants of the vehicle that was initially struck were taken to a driver and passenger in the vehicle that was struck while parked at the traffic light were on duty agents of the federal Immigration and Customs Enforcement agency (ICE), though that information has not been confirmed by either the Middlesex DA or Malden Police at this time. The intersection was shut down due to the ensuing investigation and because the traffic light was knocked down and not operable through Friday and into Saturday. Also, the stretch of road from the YMCA front door on Mountain Avenue going east to the Main Street intersection was shut down for over 24 hours into Saturday due to the investigation. A funeral fund for Mary T. TWO VEHICLES: The two SUV vehicles involved in the crash are shown side-by-side. McTaggart has been set up by a person identifying as her cousin on a GoFundMe Page accessible at the following link: https:// www.gofundme.com/f/funeral-fund-for-mary-teresa-mctaggart. As of Thursday morning, nearly $7,500 had been raised. No charges had been reported as being filed in connection with the crash as of Advocate press deadline Thursday morning. affordable to households earning 100% AMI, and two will be affordable to households earning 80% AMI. Construction of the project, which is led by The Neighborhood Developers (TND), will begin in early 2024 and be completed in early summer 2025. The Trust’s funding commitment is contingent on the City’s ARPA Housing subcommittee’s pending commitment of City ARPA funds to the same project. More information about this project is available at cityofmalden.org/272cross. Both projects are part of the City’s vacant/ foreclosed property program, where unused or blighted properties are converted into affordable housing. The program is a partnership between the City’s Inspectional Services Department and the Office of Strategic Planning and Community Development (OSPCD). Both affordable housing projects will include a preference for Malden residents for 70% of the units, the maximum allowed by federal fair housing law. More information about the Affordable Housing Trust Fund is available at cityofmalden. org/ahtf. Junior Aid brings light to the darkness of cancer Special to The Advocate T he Leukemia & Lymphoma Society hosts an annual walk, Light the Night, to bring light to the darkness of cancer. Junior Aid Association of Malden members walked on Thursday, October 19, 2023, at the Boston Common. Junior Aid’s primary focus is to raise funding for health-related issues in our community. The members participated in Light the Night to remember those we have lost to cancer, as well as to honor cancer survivors and raise awareness and money to bring hope to cancer patients and their families. Junior Aid raised $700 for the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society. Junior Aid sends many thanks to the community for their support and donations to their Light the Night team! Funding from the event is used for cutting-edge research and providing support services to patients and their families during their cancer journey. Junior Aid Association of Malden members, pictured left to right, at Light the Night on the Boston Common: Mary Doucette, Courtney Doucette, Kelly Yin, Paula Higgins, President Susan Higgins, Eleanor Kenney and Helen Kipnis. ׉ 7cassandra://AebJxt2GdRJJVW5fTTsomE6MYMZJQ2eKc8ILSQlD-XM)`̰e:։X6&׉ETHE MALDEN ADVOCATE–Friday, October 27, 2023 Page 13 Malden High School goes all out for success on ‘Get AHEAD Day’ Over 400 seniors take SAT test; nearly 1,000 juniors and sophomores take PSAT exam; and 515 freshmen storm the ‘Freshmen Olympics’ By Steve Freker H ere’s what you get when you cross free college access testing for nearly 1,500 local high school students with trivia, pushups and a good, old-fashioned tug-of-war: Get AHEAD Day at Malden High School! The annual “Get AHEAD (Access to Higher Education) Day” was held on October 11 and the main event – depending on your MHS class year – was one of these “Big Three”: free SAT exam (Scholastic Assessment Test) for Seniors (Class of 2024); free PSAT (Preliminary SAT), for Juniors and Sophomores (Classes of 2025 and 2026) and Freshmen Olympics for members of the Class of 2027. The entire day is a joint effort planned between the Malden High School administration and staff and the Malden Public Schools Guidance Department as a whole and the Malden High School guidance staff. “Providing equitable access to higher education and supporting the transition to high school are priorities for MHS, and the Get AHEAD [program] provides these vital opportunities for our students at no cost or additional time out of school,” said MHS Jenkins House Principal Jayson Payeur, who served as Lead Coordinator for Get AHEAD Day 2023. Malden High School seventh-year Principal Chris Mastrangelo said one of the most valuable takeaways from the annual Get AHEAD Day activities is the fact that everyone under the MHS roof participates in some way – all students, all staff. “Our whole school community is involved, everyone,” Mastrangelo said. “Every one of our students is either taking the SAT or PSAT, or if they are in the ninth grade, participating in the acBOYLE HOUSE WINNERSThe Boyle House freshmen were the winners of the MHS Freshmen Olympics on Get AHEAD Day. ademic or physical challenge competitions. “All of our 170 staff members also have a role to perform on Get AHEAD Day as well, whether it is administering one of the tests, assisting in monitoring the building outside the classrooms to ensure adherence to the SAT and PSAT protocols or spending the day with our students involved in our Freshmen Olympics,” Mastrangelo explained. The Malden High principal extended special thanks to Payeur, who was the Lead Coordinator of Get AHEAD Day overall, and Malden Public Schools Director of Guidance Erin Craven, who helped plan and oversee the college access testing aspect of the day. “Jayson Payeur began working on the planning of this day over the summer and spent many, many hours putting it together and he did a tremendous job,” Mastrangelo said. “We are also grateful to every member of our high school staff, including our guidance counselors and Ms. Craven, who helped out a great deal with planning and preparation for this day as well.” All of the tests were adminisGET AHEAD DAY: Equitable testing for higher education testing included free SAT and PSAT tests on Get AHEAD Day at Malden High. tered free of charge to the Malden High School students, a savings of $60 per student for the seniors who took the SAT test and $18 per student for the juniors and sophomores who took the PSAT exam. The day began in conjunction with the regular start of the school day at 7:45 a.m., with all of the students in grades 10, 11 and 12 beginning their testing day in either their regularly assigned homerooms or in another assigned testing room. All ninth-graders began the day in the Jenkins Auditorium before being split up according to their MHS House groupings: Boyle, Brunelli, Holland and Jenkins. The day did not go off “without a hitch,” as a “hitch” arrived in the form of a delay in administering the test due to some technical difficulties from the national College Board end of the onBRUNELLI POSTER: Catchy slogan and artwork by Brunelli House freshmen. SAT EXAM: The Scholastic Assessment Test is a twopart, mostly multiple choice question exam for higher education access and evaluation. What are the SAT and PSAT Exams? The Scholastic Assessment FRESHMAN TUG-OF-WAR: Malden High freshman Ken Lin leads the way in the tugof-war competition. TESTING: Almost 1,500 students in three grades took the PSAT and SAT tests at Malden High. al houses earned points for the number of students wearing the school colors of Blue and Gold that day, Best Posters and Slogans, Knowledge Bowl, Pushup Contest, Tug-of-War Contest, Relays, Free Throws and Over-Under. The Boyle House won the Freshman Olympics with a total of 40 points, edging out Holland (38 points), Brunelli (35 points) and Jenkins (29 points). “The atmosphere in the gym DO NOT DISTURB: Testing of three grades took place at Malden High. line testing. The ninth-grade house students then went on to participate in a variety of activities, including Knowledge Bowl, poster-making and preparation for the physical challenge contests – Freshmen Olympics – which were held in a loud and supportive Finn Gym. The individuduring the Freshmen Olympics was very loud and very inspiring to see our youngest students so excited and competitive,” Mastrangelo said. “Many thanks go to the freshman events leader Shauna Campbell, one of our Science educators who, with the other staff members, make it such a fun, rewarding, and challenging day for our ninth graders.” The day concluded with a lunch period and one full class period for all MHS students. Test (SAT) is an entrance exam still used by most colleges and universities to make admissions decisions. The SAT is a mostly multiple choice question assessment test created and administered by the College Board. The purpose of the SAT is to measure a high school student’s readiness for college and to provide colleges with one common data point that can be used to compare all applicants. College admissions officers will review standardized test scores alongside your high school GPA, the classes you took in high school, letters of recommendation from teachers or mentors, extracurricular activities, admissions interviews and personal essays. How important SAT scores are in the college application process varies from school to school. The SAT is approximately three hours long and has three tests: (1) the Reading Test, (2) the Writing and Language Test and (3) the Math Test. The highest score attainable is 1600 (800 for Reading and Writing/800 for Math) and the average combined score in 1020. **** What is the PSAT Exam? The Preliminary SAT, also BRUNELLI HOUSE TUG-OF-WAR: MHS Freshman Ryan Bowdridge is shown pulling the tug-of-war rope for Brunelli House in the Freshman Olympics on Get AHEAD Day. (Photos Courtesy of the Malden Public Schools) known as the PSAT/NMSQT® (National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test), is a practice version of the SAT exam. You can only take the PSAT once per year, and many students take the test in both 10th and 11th grade. If you earn a high score on the PSAT in your junior year, you could qualify to receive a National Merit Scholarship – $180 million dollars in merit scholarships are awarded to students each year. The PSAT is two hours and 45 minutes long and tests your skills in reading, writing and math. 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(FOOGI) continue their work improving the neighborhood by organizing a cleanup at Patchell Park. Under the leadership of Maureen Camerato, FOOGI has been approved for community preservation funding to improve the park, with urgency towards fixing areas prone to flooding and the damage it causes. If you want to learn more and join the fun, check out their Facebook page and new website coming soon! Email FOOGI at friendsofoakgroveinc@gmail.com. T MHS Key Club with producers of “Understory” at the premiere held on October 7, 2023, at the Malden Senior/Teen Center. (Photo by Anne D’Urso-Rose) T he City of Malden, in collaboration with Urban Media Arts (UMA), has invited the public to the grand finale of the Who is Malden Film Series. This event, which is a museum-style exhibition coupled with an engaging roundtable discussion, will illuminate the films and the creative process behind Filmbuilding Malden: Our City in Motion. The event is scheduled for Saturday, October 28, from 3:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. and will take place at the Malden Senior/Teen Center, which is located at 7 Washington St. in Malden. During the event, panelists Kobena Bonney, Amanda Linehan, John Sarrouf, Alex Nezam, Tom Flint and Mina Kim will participate in a thought-provoking roundtable discussion. They will explore the invaluable insights and implications drawn from the Filmbuilding Malden program, shedding light on its significance for a city like Malden. The event venue will host designated areas showcasing the six films produced through the Filmbuilding Malden program: • “Footprints of Malden” • “Green Elephant” • “Understory” • “What Was; What Is” • “Malden, A Place to Eat” • “A River Ran Through Here” In addition, a behind-thescenes mini-documentary – produced by Sydney Roth, Zachary Bennett and Nicole Kong – will be shown along with a display of program information and maps. For more information about the featured films, speakers and event details, please visit UMA’s official event page: https://urbanmediaarts.org/ event/discovering-malden-together-who-is-malden-film-series-event-4/ UMA extends its gratitude to Pictured are Katie Ferrier, Eden Garhart-Smith, Eve, Cole and Marueen Camerato, Councillor-at-Large Karen Colón Hayes and Ward 3 Councillor Amanda Linehan and Georgia Linehan. MCAS | FROM PAGE 1 The premiere of “Footprints” and “Green Elephant” was held on September 23 at City Hall. (Photo by Anne D’Urso-Rose) Malden consistently measures near the top in comparative listings. According to DESE, “The District Analysis and Review Tools (DARTs) turn the Department’s vast amount of data into valuable, easily consumable information. “The DARTs offer snapshots of district and school performance, allowing users to easily track select data elements over time, and make sound, meaningful “Filmbuilders” Nikita Sampath and Rydia Vielehr and mentor Asma Khoshmehr are shown discussing the film “Malden, A Place to Eat” at the October 14 premiere at First Parish Malden. (Photo by Mary D’Alba) the City of Malden, the Mass Cultural Council and the generous contributions from CRG Graphics in Malden, all of whom have made this event possible. About Urban Media Arts: UMA is a pioneering organization dedicated to fostering creativity and empowering diverse voices through multimedia arts and technology. By providing accessible resources and platforms, UMA strives to enhance community engagement and inspire positive change. About CRG Graphics: This leading design and printing company is based in Malden and committed to delivering innovative solutions for businesses and organizations. Their generous support underscores their dedication to promoting arts and culture within the Malden community. comparisons to the state or to ‘comparable’ organizations,” according to information provided on the DESE Website. All DARTs analysis results and statistics are available on the DESE website: doe.mass.edu/dart/ Malden is aligned comparably with Barnstable, Brockton, Chicopee, Everett, Lowell, Lynn, Marlborough, Milford, Revere and Waltham. In nearly every category of MCAS measurables, Malden ranks either near or at the top when compared directly with similar districts in percentage of “Meeting or Exceeding Expectations,” the usual measuring stick. — In Grades 3-8 English Language Arts (ELA), Malden ranks second (36% Meeting or Exceeding Expectations) only to Waltham (38%). — In Grades 3-8 Math, MalStudent volunteer Jerry from Malden Catholic High School offered comments at the October 14 premiere. (Photo by Ose Schwab) den (31%) is again ranked second among the similar districts to only Waltham (37%). —In Grade 10 ELA, Malden is third of the 11 similar districts (48%) to only Barnstable (56%) and Waltham (54%). — In Grade 10 Math, Malden (42%) is ranked second of those 11 districts to only Barnstable (43%). —In Grades 5 and 8 Science, Malden is ranked second of 11 comparable districts (33%) to only Milford (35%). In the growth areas, Malden is especially impressive. Malden Public Schools tops the lists in growth average of all 11 districts Grades 3-8 ELA and is second in growth percentage in Math to Waltham. In another ranking when compared in the Advocate to Boston, Everett, Medford, Peabody, Revere and Somerville, Malden is in the top three – usually with Medford and Peabody – in all categories in percentage Meeting or Exceeding Expectations. Those rankings can be found in the October 22 edition of the Everett Advocate in an advertisement appearing in that newspaper. At a recent Malden School Committee meeting, Malden Superintendent of Schools Dr. Ligia Noriega-Murphy praised educators and administrators as well as central administration for their work in guiding the now 1,916 students in the district toward progress and achievement. “We still have a lot of work to do moving forward, but we are pleased with the hard work and commitment our staff has shown is guiding our students on a path to success, every day in our schools,” Supt. Dr. Noriega-Murphy said. ׉ 7cassandra://OO1GO0KKCZgv14TVuztWqr50ns3tO91RPPDndS0Dstg,`̰e:։X6&׉E THE MALDEN ADVOCATE–Friday, October 27, 2023 Page 15 Malden High School Girls’ Varsity Soccer Golden Tornadoes seniors unveil career paths during Senior Night By Tara Vocino M alden High School Girls’ Varsity Soccer Golden Tornadoes seniors shared their future plans during their Senior Night against the Chelsea High School Red Devils last Friday at MacDonald Stadium. Senior Abigail Morrison plans to study science and was accompanied by her parents, Brian and Lisa Morrison, as well as her brother, Jake. Grace Sewell was accompanied by her parents Arthur and Heather Sewell, her sister Molly and her brother Arthur. She plans to study law after high school graduation. Shown from left to right: seniors Grace Sewell, Beatriz Santos, Alexandra Rodrigues, Briana Morales, Abigail Morrison and Alyssa Mini during last Friday’s Malden High School Girls’ Varsity Soccer Senior Night against Chelsea High School at MacDonald Stadium. Alyssa Mini was accompanied by family members: parents Troy and Dawn, sister Kaitlyn and brothers Joshua and Demi. She plans to become a missionary after graduation, hopefully, studying at Liberty University. Alexandra Rodrigues was accompanied by her parents, Fransisco and Sandra Rodrigues, along with her sister, Lexi. She plans to become a physician assistant, hopefully, studying at Massachusetts College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences. Alumnae, shown from left to right: Saura Briana Morales was accompanied by family members: father Jaime, mother Ana and brother Yeshua. She hopes to become a physical therapist after graduation. Rathore, who graduated from Malden High School in 2023, is attending UMass Boston, and Leyla Rodriguez, who also graduated in 2023, is attending Emmanuel College. Forgotten scratch ticket turns into $1 million winner for Medford man Bought ticket a month ago at store right over MaldenMedford city line; house cleaner found it in his house K halil Soussa better give his house cleaner a big tip! A few months ago, Sousa bought a $15 Million Money Maker scratch ticket. He told the Massachusetts Lottery his house cleaner recently found the ticket sitting forgotten in a vase in his Medford home and gave it to him. After he scratched it, he discovered it was a $1 million winner! Soussa chose the one-time cash option and ended up with $650,000 before taxes. Tony’s Convenience, which is located at 416 Salem St. in Medford just over the Malden-Medford city line, sold that winning ticket. The owners will get a $10,000 bonus from the lottery for selling it. Khalil Soussa is $1 million richer after his house cleaner found a forgotten lottery scratch ticket in a vase in his house. (courtesy photo) Head Coach Enrique Caceda announced each senior. 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(Advocate photo by Tara Vocino) Beacon 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 morning 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. MASSterlist will be Undefeated Malden Middle School Baseball Team Wins GBL Championship 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: Beacon Hill Roll Call records local representatives’ and senators’ votes from the week of October 16-20. GUN BILL (H 4135) House 120-38, approved The Malden Middle School Baseball Team finished the season undefeated and won the 2023 Greater Boston League Championship with a 13-5 win over visiting Medford at Maplewood Park in Malden on Monday night. The team is coached by Phil Cook. (Courtesy Photo of Malden Public Schools Athletics) For Advertising with Results, call The Advocate Newspapers at 617-387-2200 or Info@advocatenews.net and sent to the Senate a bill that changes some of the state’s gun laws. Provisions include limiting the carrying of guns into public places including schools, polling places, government buildings and the private residences of others, with an exemption for law enforcement; cracking down on the spread of ghost guns with new registration requirements; updating the statewide ban on assault weapons; streamlining the licensing process; and changing the state's "red flag" law by expanding who may petition a court for an extreme risk protection order against a person who poses a risk of causing bodily injury to themselves or others beyond just household members and law enforcement to include school administrators, medical professionals and employers. “Today, as we have always done in the area of firearm safety, the House takes the lead in acting to make the commonwealth a safer place by giving law enforcement the tools they need to go after ghost guns, keeping battlefield weapons out of our neighborhoods and keeping our schools, homes, town halls and polling locations safe,” said chief sponsor Rep. Mike Day (D-Stoneham), House Chair of the Judiciary Committee. “While Washington is paralyzed by dysfunction that endangers Americans across the country, we in Massachusetts address our challenges directly and take the steps necessary to modernize our firearms laws to keep us safe.” “The comprehensive gun reform legislation that the House passed today will make Massachusetts residents safer and will further strengthen the commonwealth’s status as a national leader in the effort to combat gun violence,” said House Speaker Ron Mariano (D-Quincy). “While the commonwealth annually ranks as one of the safest states in the entire country from gun violence, the Supreme Court’s [New York State Rifle and Pistol Association, Inc. v.] Bruen decision nullified existing components of our gun laws, threatening the safety of the commonwealth’s residents. With the passage of this legislation, the House has once again displayed an unwavering commitment to ensuring that Massachusetts remains one of the safest states in the country.” “Massachusetts already has some of the strictest firearms laws in the country, along with the lowest rate of deaths associated with gun violence,” said Rep. Steve Xiarhos (R-Barnstable). “The vast majority of gun-related crimes are committed with illegal weapons and not with legally owned firearms, and the focus of the bill should be based on listening to our Massachusetts Police Chiefs and on punishing those who break the law rather than targeting law-abiding citizens.” “Instead of focusing on the elimination of ghost guns and the link between mental health and gun ownership, this legislation attacks legal, law abiding gun owners who follow the rules,” said Rep. BHRC| SEE PAGE 17 ׉ 7cassandra://sshwlHphpVjoTXOW9fU2WMHlPWVtdNzEK8owFIXTXmI-`̰e:։X6&׉E+MTHE MALDEN ADVOCATE–Friday, October 27, 2023 Page 17 BHRC | FROM PAGE 16 Tood Smola (R-Warren). “The Massachusetts Chiefs of Police Association unanimously opposed this legislation, yet the proponents of this bill never said a single word to address their objection. Unfortunately, we missed an opportunity to target the real issues related to gun violence in this bill.” (A “Yes” vote is for the bill. A “No” vote is against it.) Rep. Paul Donato Rep. Steven Ultrino OFF-DUTY POLICE OFFICERS (H 4135) Yes Yes FIND OUT THE COST OF THE GUN BILL (H 4135) House 130-27, upheld the ruling of the chair that the debate can begin on the gun bill despite the fact that it does not include a fiscal note detailing the cost of the proposal. House GOP Minority Leader Rep. Brad Jones (R-North Reading) moved to delay action on the bill because he said that House rules require any legislation reported from the House Ways and Means Committee which has a cost attached to it exceeding $100,000 must be accompanied by a fiscal note detailing the amount of public money which will be required to be spent to carry out the provisions of the proposal. Acting House Speaker Rep. Kate Hogan (D-Stow) ruled that a fiscal note is not necessary. “This is not within our province to the internal workings of a particular subject matter committee and feel the order is not well taken,” said Hogan. This led to Jones’ doubting the ruling of the chair. Beacon Hill Roll Call asked the top two Democratic leaders in the House to comment on the ruling and why they voted in favor of it. House Speaker Ron Mariano (D-Quincy) and Majority Leader Frank Moran (D-Lawrence) did not respond to repeated requests for a comment. “In my opinion, the lack of a fiscal note on [the bill] is a clear violation of House Rule 33,” said Jones. “There is no way that implementing the many provisions contained in this bill will not exceed a cost of $100,000. Based on my conversations with stakeholders, the provision requiring the State Police to take over the inspections of firearms dealers from local jurisdictions alone is likely to cost $1 million to $2 million per year. Before voting on such an expansive bill, House members and the public have a right to know how much its implementation is going to cost the state’s taxHouse 158-0, approved an amendment designed to clarify that the bill does not ban off-duty police officers from carrying firearms in certain restricted spaces, as long as the weapon is provided by their department. The legislation originally allowed only active, on-duty police to carry guns in those spaces. “Most, if not all of us, have heard from our law enforcement community with concerns about when and where they would be allowed to carry firearms when not on official duty,” said amendment sponsor Rep. Mark Cusack (D-Braintree). “I am offering this amendment … to clarify that off-duty active law enforcement officers would be allowed to carry their department-issued firearms in the following places: a place owned, leased or under the control of state, county or municipal government and used for the purpose of government administration; a location in use at the time of possession as a polling place and for the storage and tabulation of ballots; and an elementary school, secondary school, college and university, including transport used for the students, in the areas contained within.” (A “Yes” vote is for the amendment.) Rep. Paul Donato Rep. Steven Ultrino 4135) House 26-132, rejected an amendment that would allow the state to move, based on dangerousness, for an order of pretrial detention or release on conditions when a person has been charged with covert weapons violations or illegal possession of a firearm. Supporters said the amendment would give prosecutors the tools necessary to hold dangerous people accountable and protect victims of gun violence. Rep. Alyson Sullivan (R-Abington), the sponsor of the amendment, did not reYes Yes DANGEROUSNESS (H payers.” (A “Yes” vote supports the ruling of the chair that debate can proceed despite the lack of a fiscal note. A “No” vote is against allowing debate to proceed and supports the requirement that a fiscal note be included before debate can begin.) Rep. Paul Donato Rep. Steven Ultrino Yes Yes spond to repeated requests by Beacon Hill Roll Call to comment on her amendment. “This amendment is actually part of a number of bills that are currently before the Judiciary Committee,” said Rep. Christine Barber (D-Somerville) who urged members to vote against the amendment. “A number of those bills would expand the pretrial detention of people. And this committee takes the issue of expanding pretrial detention very seriously. The committee is currently vetting those proposals, and rather than taking a piecemeal approach of this one piece, that committee is looking at all the related bills in a thoughtful manner. And so we're continuing to take a full look at this issue and I look forward to those discussions.” (A “Yes” vote is for the amendment. A “No” vote is against it.) Rep. Paul Donato Rep. Steven Ultrino No No EMPLOYERS MUST DISCLOSE A SALARY RANGE WHEN POSTING A JOB (S 2468) Senate 38-1, approved a bill, named the Frances Perkins Workplace Equity Act, in honor of the first woman to serve as U.S. Labor Secretary. The measure would require employers with 25 or more employees to disclose a salary range when posting a job position. The measure also would require employers with 100 or more employees to file annual employment data reports, including information on employee demographics and salaries, with the state. In addition, the bill directs the Executive Office of Labor and Workforce Development to track compensation data and file an annual report on data showing the state’s progress toward equal pay for equal work. The House has already approved a different version of the proposal. The Senate version now goes to the House for consideration. Supporters said that in the Greater Boston area in 2021, women on average were paid 70 cents for every dollar earned by a man. They noted this gap widens among communities of color. “Many workers, especially women and people of color, underestimate their own value in the job market," said Sen. Pat Jehlen (D-Somerville). "The 2016 Equal Pay Act made real progress on breaking down barriers by banning employers asking applicants for salary history. This helped women and people of color who were changing jobs because their past low pay didn't follow them their whole lives. However, it didn't help applicants learn how much a job could pay or how to assess their work's value to be able to get past the new barrier of their salary expectations. This bill will give workers a better chance to be paid fairly by giving them straight forward information and help them have reasonable expectations.” “In the commonwealth of Massachusetts, we take pride in our world-class academic institutions, competitive talent pool and vast opportunities for economic success,” said Sen. Paul Feeney (D-Foxborough). “Yet when we take a closer look at the earnings of commonwealth residents, it is clear we continue to fall short of closing long-standing racial and gender wage gaps that dramatically suppress the earnings of women and people of color. By requiring disclosure of salary ranges for an open job posting, publishing aggregate demographic data to track wage inequities by race and gender across industries, and protecting an employee's right to ask for salary range information in the workplace, we have the opportunity to recruit and retain skilled workers while closing the wage gap and ultimately boosting our commonwealth’s competitive edge.” “While I agree with the overarching concept of salary range transparency postings for larger businesses, I voted no on this bill because it would place an undue burden on small business,” said Sen. Ryan Fattman (R-Sutton), the lone opponent of the measure. “Subjecting small businesses, who employ even as few as 25 individuals, to the salary range posting portion of the bill with violation fines for failing to properly disclose said information is unnecessary. Most small businesses are not equipped with the technical tools to develop the most accurate salary ranges for their job postings. With its existing laws, Massachusetts already makes it difficult to run a business free of excessive government mandates and penalties.” (A “Yes” vote is for the bill. A “No” vote is against it.) Sen. Jason Lewis Yes ALSO UP ON BEACON HILL REGULATE TICKETS TO CONCERTS AND OTHER EVENTS (S 2442) – The Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure Committee held a hearing on legislation that would require that the total price of tickets for live entertainment events, including fees, be displayed to consumers in a clear and conspicuous manner at the beginning of the purchasing process. The measure would also prohibit price increases during the purchasing process. "Far too often, surprise fees pop up at the end of the ticket purchasing process that consumers throughout Massachusetts had no idea about,” said sponsor Sen. John Velis (D-Westfield). “Whether it’s tickets to a Taylor Swift concert or a Patriots game, people shouldn’t have to struggle through the process of finding tickets and then learn that they can’t even afford them anymore. At the most fundamental level, this legislation enables folks to know their budget when they go in to buy tickets and know the amount that they’re ultimately going to be asked to spend." HEARING AIDS (H 3554) – The Financial Services Committee held a hearing on a proposal that would require all health care plans to provide coverage for hearing aids. “I have heard from constituents about the high cost of hearing aids, and as a caregiver myself, I witnessed the vital need for seniors to be able to hear in order to communicate and advocate for themselves,” said sponsor Rep. Kristin Kassner (D-Hamilton). “It’s stunning to me that these important medical devices are not covered by insurance. This bill seeks to rectify that.” ESTABLISH STUDENTS ENTREPRENEURIAL AND ECONOMIC INVESTMENT FUND (H 415) – The Committee on Economic Development and Emerging Technologies held a hearing on a measure that would create a Student Entrepreneurial and Economic Investment Fund to provide an opportunity for interested students to gain experience in entrepreneurialism and early-stage business development while fostering an economic environment that will attract students to the commonwealth and forge a relationship between the public higher education system and the Massachusetts business community. “Under Massachusetts’ current exam-driven public education system, attention to entrepreneurship and personal improvement beyond the classroom is often forgotten,” said sponsor House Minority Leader Rep. Brad Jones (R-North Reading). “This legislation will provide valuable opportunities for students, BHRC| SEE PAGE 19 ׉ 7cassandra://9WX3gOpNl4owyJXLtwYMA3UXVDoofdshVCl57ndLpGU$`̰e:։X6&сe:։X6&Ё PבCט(u׉׉ 7cassandra://WCkHtmraDbFxBvmPVgqO4Xj0wrIjk3Yu1InIcxL3dmg x`)׉ 7cassandra://Ia1MqwV5q-WKu7aJwwc6SLtKlYyDvQsUjGtvibiRyG4͖`J׉ 7cassandra://_3X0SbCrnHNarHuXG_JMmlIfCuXXdHnqgv0vn2ZbzAk'`̰׉ 7cassandra://y_3OY8imvFRF0LLOz0TYYNEmm99jrOFKvRIFP3cqYnYͬ ͠e:֏X6'ט((u׉׉ 7cassandra://aqFntwYcT2eB52tJ1Z9jCiyWR2eC7bsrUKGKIAdXP9g 3`)׉ 7cassandra://1J0zByZ09jgnVUR6y9C6eW79hKEsvaNmEbbl07ppTmY͘`J׉ 7cassandra://d5AEu4ttJ6aBRofHUGvt0D_2S63iz00L8bkHVdsNhow&`̰׉ 7cassandra://7fZML-kvXHErpYkiLR9DbwxKeflbkZ2RXuOYZldhM9Yͳ̂͠e:֏X6'נe:֐X6' 4G 9ׁHhttp://com.comׁ ׁ Јנe:֐X6' E 9ׁHhttp://www.veׁ ׁ Ј׉E'Page 18 THE MALDEN ADVOCATE–Friday, October 27, 2023 MUSINGS | FROM PAGE 6 PASSIVE ACTIVITY LOSSES T he passive activity loss rules limit the ability of taxpayers to offset salaries, interest income, dividend income, self-employment income, passthrough income generated from active activities such as limited liability companies and S Corporations, lottery winnings, capital gain income, royalty income, pension income, IRA distributions and social security income with losses from passive activities, which are trades or businesses in which the taxpayer does not materially participate. Under the passive activity loss provisions, a taxpayer can only offset passive activity losses against passive activity income. Any disallowed passive activity loss can be carried forward to the next calendar year in order to be offset against passive activity income that might be applicable for that next calendar year. In the event there is no future passive activity income available to offset the passive activity losses against, if the passive activity is subsequently sold, all unused passive activity losses can then be deducted in full in the year of sale. Tax credits from a passive activity can only be utilized to offset income taxes associated with that passive activity. Any excess tax credits must then be carried forward to be offset against future income taxes associated with future passive activity income. The passive activity loss rules also apply to rental real estate. Taxpayers are allowed to deduct up to $25,000 per year in rental losses to be offset against all other income such as wages, interest income, dividend income, capital gain income, etc. The taxpayer must materially participate in the rental real estate activity. The deduction begins to be phased out once modified adjusted gross income (MAGI) reaches $100,000. The deduction is completely phased out once MAGI reaches $150,000. These thresholds apply for both single taxpayers and married filing joint taxpayers. IRS Form 8582 is used to report passive activity income and losses. Any rental losses in excess of $25,000 will be carried over to future years. For each piece of rental real estate that you own, you must keep track of the unused rental losses that are carried over each year. If one of the rental properties is later sold, any unallowed rental losses will be fully deductible in the year of sale. Some taxpayers qualify as a real estate professional. In order to qualify, the taxpayer must work at least 750 hours per year in a real estate trade or business and more than 50% of the taxpayer’s total hours worked during the year must be in a real estate trade or business. There is no limit on the amount of rental loss a real estate professional can deduct on his or her tax return unless the taxpayer is subject to the excess business loss limitations as set forth in the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act of 2017. Material participation in rental real estate activities is generally achieved by electing to aggregate all of your rental activities as one activity and demonstrating that you have worked at least 500 hours during the year in this one activity. It is often very confusing for taxpayers when they receive K-1 forms from real estate investment trusts and limited liability companies reporting losses. The K-1 forms may report that the partner is a limited partner, thereby indicating no active participation. This would result in the interest being deemed a passive activity. Those losses can only be offset against other passive income. If there is no other passive income, the losses cannot be offset against any non-passive income as mentioned above. As a further note, if that same passive activity reports a large capital gain on the K-1 form as well as a rental real estate loss or ordinary business loss, the rental real estate loss and ordinary business loss cannot be offset against the capital gain, as the partner simply does not actively participate in the entity, and the capital gain is not considered passive income. 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. were most in the Jenkins that day, Stevie being one of the biggest recording artists of the day and already on his way to becoming an icon. We wanted it to last forever; it certainly does in all our memories, but Mr. Boyle finally took the stage and announced (and I quote), “Mr. Wonder, the boys and girls have to get back to class.” Ronnie Fales’ daughter Tammi reached out to me recently, making a case for her pops MHS Sports Hall of Fame nomination. She makes a compelling argument for the next time the committee meets: “I know his situation is different because his parents voluntarily held him back at Browne Junior High so he could take part in a new course of studies they were introducing. Unfortunately, it ended up making him ineligible for his senior year. However, I have heard over the course of my lifetime from a lot of guys his age who are already inducted including John Salmon who was a good friend is what a outstanding athlete my father was and what he accomplished by his junior year was amazing. In addition, his connection and dedication to the community has never stopped. He worked servicing the business machines at the high school as his regular job and then when that company closed, he became a head janitor I believe at the Forestdale and now in retirement he’s working with special needs children as a para. He stayed involved in Malden Pop Warner and Malden Youth Hockey for 25ish years combined. So anyway, I obviously think he deserves it.” Ten musings from the immensely creative pencil of the late John O’Brien whose wit and wisdom endeared him to generations of MHS students, Maldonians and faculty at MHS those many years ago. Here are 10 of my favorite witticisms from his iconic “Musings” columns: 1. “A Russian napkin is a Soviet serviette.” 2. “Ex-streakers are over baring.” 3. “In a conservative bookstore, the customer is always right.” 4. “A crab apple a day keeps the psychiatrist away.” 5. “Bikinis: you have to draw the line some wear.” 6. “When she brought the T.V. Guide to bed, I knew our prime time was dead.” 7. “Well, Bud, wiser men than you drink beer.” 8. “Carson for the vulgar, Paar for the coarse.” 9. “Only a chump chomps like a chimp, champ.” 10. “Fish gotta swim, birds gotta fly, oil gotta spill, I gotta cry.” As Peter Falk’s iconic TV character Columbo would say, “Just one more thing, sir” – why vote for Julie Willcox Turner for Ward 5 Councillor? I’ll let my dear friend Jackie Bouley explain why (she’s so good with words!): “To put it simply, Julie is the real deal. Her dedication to family and community speaks for itself. Ask anyone who knows her, she is a loyal, genuine person. As a lifelong resident of Malden, a wife, and a mother of two young boys, she prides herself on helping people, regardless of race, religion, political or personal beliefs. Julie is running for city council because she wants to be a strong representative for her ward. She wants to be an advocate for those that otherwise may not know how to get the resources and help they need, no matter the circumstance. She will dedicate herself to working for you and working with the city council to get the job done. When Julie told me she was running, I asked her why she wanted to run. Without hesitation, she told me she wanted to make a difference and bring balance to the city council. I know she is the right candidate, and even though I live in Ward 3 and can’t vote for her, the next best thing I can do is give her my support and tell people she is the right choice for Ward 5. Of this, I have no doubt. In a city as big as Malden, it’s unfortunate that the voter turnout is not greater, but it is vital that we exercise that right. Every vote counts, and your vote can make a significant difference!” Postscript 1: I know, you yearned for more questions asked and more questions answered by Julie. Ask and thou shall receive faithful readership – Julie Part 2: What one thing would people be surprised to learn about you? I love to read. I don’t sit still often so you wouldn’t think so, but I love to learn. So, if you see me with EarPods in I’m probably listening to an audiobook on the go. • Where would you most like to buy a one-way ticket to? Honestly, I love to travel but there is nothing better than getting home. So, I’ll take a two-way ticket to Ireland please! • What person, alive or dead, would you like to eat dinner with? My Grandmother Eunice. • What’s one song to play to put yourself in a good mood? Bob Marley – Three little birds. • What is the one piece of advice that most changed your life? When you want something work hard for it and don’t stop until you get it! • What one piece of advice would you give your younger self? Slow down! Enjoy being young and carefree! • What’s the one thing that keeps you motivated? My kids! • What’s the one thing you want to be remembered for? Being someone that always showed up for you, good or bad! • Growing up in Malden – most admired or most inspirational mentor? I have been blessed with so many amazing people throughout my life, but my older brother Dennis takes the cake! • Growing up what were your favorite places to grab a slice of pizza, a sub, or a hamburger? The Roadside Tavern (currently the 621) and Maria’s Pizzeria! Postscript 2: Oh, by the way, did I mention that Julie’s nephew Jake (Willcox) is the starting quarterback for the Brown (University) Bears and (last week) was named the Gold Helmet winner by the New England Football writers for the second time this season? Postscript 3: Speaking of music, straight from the Classical period in ancient Greece, Plato wrote, “music is a moral law. It gives soul to the universe, wings to the mind, flight to the imagination, and charm and gaiety to life and to everything.” Like us on Facebook advocate newspaper Facebook.com/Advocate.news.ma ׉ 7cassandra://_3X0SbCrnHNarHuXG_JMmlIfCuXXdHnqgv0vn2ZbzAk'`̰e:։X6&׉E(iTHE MALDEN ADVOCATE–Friday, October 27, 2023 Page 19 OBITUARIES Irene C. (Gately) Craven Of Melrose, formerly a longtime resident of Malden. Passed away in her home on Thursday, October 19, 2023. Irene was born in Malden in 1934, the daughter of the late Martin and Grace Gately. She was raised and educated in Malden, graduating from Girls Catholic High School with the Class of 1952. After high school, she began working at the First National Bank of Malden. In 1957, she married her sweetheart, Robert A. Craven (retired Malden Firefi ghter) with whom she shared 58 years together until his passing in 2015. They settled down in Malden to raise their family, and at that time Irene stopped working outside the home to dedicate herself to raising their children. She later took secretarial positions with New England Trucking and Pullman Vacuum before taking a position with the traffi c division of the Malden Police Department. She worked for the City of Malden for over 10 BHRC | FROM PAGE 17 encourage them to develop relationships with the public higher education system and the Massachusetts business community, and contribute to the present and future economic growth of the commonwealth.” SMOKING CESSATION PROGRAMS (H 1169) – The Health Care Financing Committee held a hearing on a bill that would expand smoking cessation benefits for MassHealth recipients by providing coverage for additional cessation services including individual, group and phone counseling by a physician, dentist, behavioral health counselor, mental health counselor, certified tobacco use cessation counselor or other qualified clinicians. MassHealth the state’s Medicaid program that provides health care for low-income and disabled persons. “[The bill] would increase the number of certifi ed practitioners available to provide evidence-based counseling for those seeking assistance quitting tobacco,” said sponsor Rep. Christine Barber (D-Somerville). “Not only will this legislation help smokers identify their resources for quitting, but it could inspire someone who would not otherwise have taken on the difyears until her retirement. Outside of work, Irene was a member of the St. Josephs Mother’s Club, and the Junior Aide Society of Malden. She is survived by her children, Michael Craven (retired Medford Firefi ghter) and his wife Gloria of North Ft. Myers, FL, Stephen Craven (retired Malden Firefi ghter) and his wife Donna of Peabody, and Denise Leonard of N. Reading; her grandchildren, J-M Craven, Daniel Craven, Nicole Colby, Jessica Tringale, and Sean Craven, and her great grandchildren, Luke Colby, Brooklyn Colby, Ariana Tringale, Dante Tringale, Madison Craven, Lennon Craven, and Oliver Craven; her sister Jane Gagne of N Reading and many other beloved family members. In addition to her husband Robert, Irene was preceded in death by her siblings Leo Gately, Dorothy Ruelle and Elizabeth Stepasiuk, and her son in-law, Gregory Leonard. Funeral services were held from the Weir – MacCuish Golden Rule Funeral Home, Malden on Monday, Oct 23rd, followed by a Mass of Christian Burial in fi cult task of ending their addiction to do so.” BAN STATE FUNDS FOR PLANNED PARENTHOOD (H 1224) – Another measure heard by the Health Care Financing Committee would prohibit any state funds from being made available to Planned Parenthood Federation of America, or to any of its affi liates. "Planned Parenthood is a well-funded organization that is often very politically active and very partisan,” said Rep. Jospeh McKenna (R-Webster). “I believe that this alone is enough to keep it from receiving state funding. I further feel that those who believe that abortion, the taking of human baby's life, is morally reprehensible should not have their tax dollars go to a private organization who has this as its core mission.” LIMIT TRAIN IDLING (H 3268) – The Transportation Committee held a hearing on legislation that would prohibit a locomotive train engine from idling longer than 30 minutes. The measure would also require the Department of Environmental Protection to investigate idling violations and conduct emissions tests to determine whether a train's emissions exceed carbon regulations, in which case the violator would be fi ned up to $5,000 per incident. St. Joseph’s Church, Malden. Interment followed in Forest Dale Cemetery, Malden. In lieu of fl owers, donations in Irene’s memory may be made to the Malden Firefighters Relief Association, 1 Sprague St, Malden MA 02148 or the Bread of Life, 214 Commercial St, Ste 209, Malden, MA 02148. Russell B. “Westy” West (The Legend) Of Melrose, formerly of Malden. Affectionally known as “Westy” passed away on October 7th peacefully in his home surrounded by his loving family. Russ was born on December 10, 1940 in Malden, MA and he lived in Malden until 1980 before moving to Melrose. He was educated in the Malden School System, Bunker Hill and Lowell University. He joined the Malden Fire Department in 1964. During his time on the fi re department, he received multiple accommodations and awards for his herSupporters said that trains will often park and idle for up to 24 hours, creating a nuisance for those living in nearby neighborhoods and harming the environment as well. They noted there are existing laws dealing with idling motor vehicles, including school buses, but the issue of trains idling in communities across the state has not been adequately addressed. "This isn't solely a regional concern; it aff ects communities spanning from Cape Cod to the Berkshires,” said sponsor Rep. John Barrett (D-North Adams). “[The bill] will prevent unnecessary emissions and improve the quality of life for those who live close to idling trains." POLICE AND FIREFIGHTER DEATH BENEFITS (H 2641) – The Public Service Committee held a hearing on a proposal that would change the current law which pays the family of a deceased police offi cer, fi refi ghter or corrections offi cer the maximum pay for the position the person holds even if that person had not reached the maximum pay level. The bill would increase the pension given to the family of the deceased by giving them the next grade-step above his or her position after their death. “I believe this bill is important so those who have peroism. The last statement on his discharge from the fi re department also noted that he also had so many unwritten accommodations. He was a leader and teacher to so many fi refi ghters. He retired on February 1, 1999. After retirement, he joined a group of younger people and traveled to Iceland and many other European countries. He also held a part time job at Kane’s Donuts in Saugus, a job he loved. He loved to take long walks in the Fells, 12-16 miles, a couple of times a week. He loved his family, especially being surrounded by his children and grandchildren. He immensely enjoyed time with his fellow fi refi ghters, relishing the stories and memories they all shared. He will be greatly missed by all who knew him. Contributions may be made to the Malden Fire Relief Association, 1 Sprague St., Malden, MA 02148. A Celebration of Life will be held at Anthony’s of Malden, 105 Canal St., Malden on Saturday, October 28th from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. The family is most grateful to the Vertuccio Smith & Vazza, Beechwood Home for Funerals of Revere for ished while protecting their communities can continue to support their families and loved ones after their passing,” said sponsor Rep. Angelo Puppolo (D-Springfi eld). “Providing these benefi ts relieves some of the burden from those left behind by someone who perished while actively fulfi lling their roles and duties.” QUOTABLE QUOTES “The ability to work, play and enjoy our outdoor spaces is a matter of environmental justice. This program is another example of the HealeyDriscoll Administration’s efforts to ensure our outdoor recreational areas are fairly and evenly distributed among all Massachusetts communities. From a new splash pad to cool off in the summer to an accessible town green for all people to gather, these grants will go a long way to bringing communities together outdoors.” --- Executive Offi ce of Energy and Environmental Aff airs Secretary Rebecca Tepper announcing more than $6.6 million in grant funding to make parkland and trail improvements and preserve and protect land in Massachusetts. “Teen driver crashes aff ect everybody on the road. Parents and caregivers play a crittheir assistance in completing funeral arrangements. To send online condolences, please visit www.vertucciosmithvazza. com.com. Christine M. "Tina" Donovan-Glennon Of Malden. Passed away on October 21, 2023. She was 74 years old. Christine was a lifelong resident of Malden and worked as a clerk for the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. Christine was the daughter of the late James and Helen (Flynn) Donovan. She was the loving mother of James P. Glennon. Christine was the devoted sister of Katherine Donovan of Malden and the late Joan M. Donovan and John G. Donovan. A Mass of Christian Burial celebrating Chritine’s life was held at Saint Joseph’s Church, Malden on Wednesday October 25th. There were no visiting hours. Interment will be in Forest Dale Cemetery, Malden ical role in making sure young drivers learn in a safe environment.” --- Mark Schieldrop, spokesman for AAA Northeast revealing the number of fatalities in teen driver crashes in Massachusetts reached 49 -- its highest point in over a decade. “The cost of housing is the biggest challenge facing the people of Massachusetts. We said from day one of our administration that we were going to prioritize building more housing to make it more affordable across the state. The Aff ordable Homes Act delivers on this promise by unlocking $4 billion to support the production, preservation and rehabilitation of more than 65,000 homes statewide. It’s the largest housing investment in Massachusetts history. Together, we’re going to make our state a place where people can aff ord to move to and stay to build their future.” ---Gov. Maura Healey unveiling a $4 billion plan to jumpstart the production of homes and make housing more aff ordable across the Bay State. 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Finding “door-through-door” medical escort services for outpatient screenings and procedures that involve anesthesia can be challenging for older patients without nearby family or friends to rely on. Door-through-door escorts that most clinics require is a safety measure. With a colonoscopy, for example, patients often receive an anesthetic, like propofol, or a narcotic such as Demerol or fentanyl, combined with anti-anxiety medication like Versed or Valium. These drugs affect the brain, and they can stay in the system for four to six hours. So, what’s needed is someone to escort you out of the building, take you back home and see you into it. While there’s no one simple solution to this medical escort problem, there are wide variety of local service providers, nonprofits and home-care companies that may be able to assist you. But what’s available to you will depend on where you live. Finding Help A good first step in making medical escort arrangements is to talk to your health care provider that’s doing the procedure to find out if their clinic offers transportation services or if they can refer you to a local medical escort service or person who can help you. If not, see if you can remain in the clinic for an extended period of time, until the drugs wear off, so you can safely drive yourself home or hail an Uber, Lyft or taxi to take you. If these options aren’t available, here are some sources you should check into. Area Agency on Aging (AAA): Your local AAA is one of your best resources for locating transportation services and should be able to refer you to medical escorts available in your community. To find your AAA call the Eldercare Locater 800-677-1116 or visit Eldercare.acl.gov. Local nonprofit groups: The National Volunteer Caregiving Network (NVCNetwork.org) connects about 700 community organizations nationwide, most of which provide door-through-door transportation without charge. Shepherd’s Centers of America: There are 55 affiliates in 17 states that provide support services for older adults – see ShepherdCenters.org. Most offer escorts to and from medical appointments without charge. Village to Village Network: There are around 250 local village networks across the country (see VTVNetwork. org) that often help with medical escorts, though there’s an annual fee – usually subsidized for lower-income seniors – to join a village. Home-care companies: You may also be able to hire a medical escort through a home-care agency, or you can find someone on your own through websites like Care. com or CareLinx.com. Note that Medicare doesn’t cover medical escorts, but in many states Medicaid does. If you choose this option, be sure you give plenty of notice before your appointment. Send your senior questions to: Savvy Senior, P.O. Box 5443, Norman, OK 73070, or visit SavvySenior.org. Jim Miller is a contributor to the NBC Today show and author of “Th e Savvy Senior” book. Christopher Rosa City of Malden Tree Warden October 20, 27, 2023 avvyavvy S oravvy S ioreniioor io iori by Jim Miller How to Find a Medical Escort After a Procedure Dear Savvy Senior, Can you recommend some medical escort services that help seniors get home after a medical procedure? I need to have a colonoscopy, but my doctor’s clinic won’t schedule my appointment unless I supply them with a name and phone number of the person taking me home afterward. I live alone with no family nearby, and my friend doesn’t drive anymore. Any suggestions? Need a Lift For Advertising with Results, call The Advocate Newspapers at 617-387-2200 or Info@advocatenews.net - LEGAL NOTICE - City of Malden Massachusetts Board of Appeal 215 Pleasant Street Malden, Massachusetts 02148 Telephone 781-397-7000 x2103 MALDEN BOARD OF APPEAL PUBLIC HEARING The Malden Board of Appeal will hold a public hearing on Wednesday, November 15, 2023 at 6:30 pm at Malden City Hall, 215 Pleasant St, Room #106 Herbert L Jackson Council Chambers, Malden, MA on Petition 23-008 by Malden Catholic High School, Inc. seeking variances under Code of the City of Malden as amended – Title 12 Section 12.16.010 Table of Intensity Regulations – Public or Non-Profit School -Specifically Setbacks: Front, Side, Both Sides and Coverage – Principal Building. Title 12 Section 12.20.010 Basically Off-street Parking and Loading regulations: Parking – Public/ Nonprofit schools permitting construction of an academic and athletic facility as per Plans CMID-062248-2023 at the property known as and numbered 50 Crystal Street, Malden, MA and also known by City Assessor’s Parcel ID #128-437-701 Petitions and plans are available for public review on the City website at https://maldenmaenergovweb.tylerhost.net/apps/ SelfService#/home. Search Records by Permit Application # and view Attachments. Nathaniel Cramer, Chair October 27, November 03, 2023 Advocate Call now! 617-387-2200 advertise on the web at www.advocatenews.net LEGAL NOTICE CITY OF MALDEN PUBLIC TREE HEARING In accordance with the provisions of Massachusetts General Law, Chapter 87, Section 3, notice is herewith given that a public hearing will be held at 6:00 P.M. on Wednesday, the 1st day of November 2023 at Malden City Hall Conference Room 105, 215 Pleasant Street, Malden, Massachusetts for the purpose of determining if the three (3) public shade trees shall be removed or remain per the Tree Warden of the City of Malden. The trees are located at or around the address identified below: RESIDENT REQUEST’S DUE TO PROPERTY AND UTILITY ISSUE’S Address Street 453 HIGHLAND AVE. 2 FOREST COURT 163 BAINBRIDGE ST. DBH (IN) 15 14 13 Common Name JAPANESE ZELKOVA HONEYLOCUST RED MAPLE OBJECTIONS TO THE REMOVAL OF ANY TREE(S) MUST BE RECEIVED IN WRITING BY THE TREE WARDEN AT THE ABOVE LISTED ADDRESS PRIOR TO OR AT THE TREE HEARING. Classifieds ׉ 7cassandra://afqJgikrBWzfc-y3fB1mEWnNo4V76yIcIUQnhOp2zNs$`̰e:։X6&׉EgTHE MALDEN ADVOCATE–Friday, October 27, 2023 Page 21 BHRC | FROM PAGE 19 obstacles it faces in trying to address this massive humanitarian crisis. But it's now time for the state to approve more funding for shelters and for Congress to get its act together and pass immigration reform that allows immigrants to work.” --- Elizabeth Sweet, Executive Director of the Massachusetts Immigrant and Refugee Advocacy (MIRA) Coalition responding to the announcement by Gov. Healey that shelters are nearing capacity. “As a former mayor, I understand how important these grants are to ensuring safer streets in our neighborhoods. Every community seeks to enhance the safety of their roadways, but each faces unique needs. This program provides cities and towns the fl exibility to identify and invest in the traffi c safety issues that are most pressing in their own communities.” ---Lt. Gov. Kim Driscoll announcing $5.4 million in grants to 186 Massachusetts towns and cities to support traffi c safety enforcement and outreach programming. Rui Pereira Licensed & Insured HOW LONG WAS LAST WEEK’S SESSION? Beacon Hill Roll Call tracks the length of time that the House and Senate 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 fi led. They note that the infrequency and brief length of sessions are misguided and lead to irresponsible late-night sessions. During the week of October 16-20, the House met for a total of seven hours while the Senate met for a total of one hour and 37 minutes. Mon. Oct. 16 House 11:01 a.m. to 11:06 a.m. Senate 11:26 a.m. to 11:34 a.m. Tues. Oct. 17 No House session No Senate session Wed. Oct. 18 House 11:00 a.m. to 5:48 p.m. No Senate session СThurs. Oct. 19 House 11:00 a.m. to 11:07.a.m. Senate l:00 p.m. to 2:29 p.m. Fri. Oct. 20 No House session No Senate session Bob Katzen welcomes feedback at bob@beaconhillrollcall.com Bob founded Beacon Hill Roll Call in 1975 and was inducted into the New England Newspaper and Press Association (NENPA) Hall of Fame in 2019. Call for Free Estimate! ------------10% Senior Citizen Discount Call: 617-917-4056 Discount Tree Service 781-269-0914 Humane Removal Service Advocate Call now! 617-387-2200 advertise on the web at www.advocatenews.net COMMONWEALTH WILDLIFE CONTROL ANIMAL & BIRD REMOVAL INCLUDING RODENTS CALL 617-285-0023 1. On Oct. 27, 2004, for the fi rst time in 86 years, what team won the World Series? 2. How many “Get Out of Jail Free” cards are there in a game of Monopoly? 3. What song has the line “I ain’t afraid of no ghost”? 4. October 28 is National Chocolate Day; what fi lm has the quote “Welcome my friends. Welcome to my chocolate factory”? 5. What “dog” frequently lives in an underground colony? 6. On Oct. 29, 1929, was an event known as “Black Tuesday” – what happened? 7. According to Guinness World Records, Pepper X has beaten Carolina Reaper in what category? 8. What kind of racing in northern Africa commonly uses robotic jockeys? 9. What well-known author (whose middle name is also the name of a month) wrote a short story – originally published in 1885 – called “The Candy Country”? 10. On Oct. 30, 1735, John Adams was born in Braintree; which consecutive president was he? 11. What is a Bram Stoker award for? (It looks like a miniature house.) 12. What U.S. city is known as “The Salmon Capital of the World”? 13. What is a group of witches called? 14. On Oct. 31, 2001, the Massachusetts Legislature cleared the names of what fi ve victims from the 17th century? Professional TREE REMOVAL & Cleanups 24-HOUR SERVICE 15. What muscle never tires? 16. What locale in NYC – with a name including a color – hosts what is reportedly the world’s largest Halloween parade? 17. On Nov. 1, 1913, during the fi rst Notre Dame vs. Army football game, Notre Dame used what maneuver (also a fi rst in football history) to win 35-13? 18. What animal is most often associated with a pirate? 19. In what movie does Winifred Sanderson say “Don’t get your knickers in a twist! We are just three kindly old spinster ladies”? 20. November 2 is called by some The Commemoration of All The Faithful Departed – better known as what? ANSWERS 1. The Boston Red Sox 2. Two 3. “Ghostbusters” 4. “Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory” 5. Prairie dog (actually a rodent) 6. 16 million U.S. stock market shares were sold – a precursor to the Great Depression 7. World’s “hottest chilli pepper” 8. Camel 9. Louisa May Alcott 10. Second 11. An award for a published work of Horror (It looks like a haunted house.) 12. Ketchikan, Alaska 13. A coven 14. Salem Witch Trials defendants 15. The heart 16. Greenwich Village 17. The forward pass 18. Parrot 19. “Hocus Pocus” 20. 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ADDRESS 26 SWAN ST CITY MALDEN DATE 10.05.23 PRICE 1010000 $ $ $ $ Classifieds ׉ 7cassandra://5K70duvX9HOtuRIClqox4UUshw6detuBwCLQLKNUg5E2l`̰e:։X6&׉ETHE MALDEN ADVOCATE–Friday, October 27, 2023 Page 23 For Advertising with Results, call The Advocate Newspapers at 617-387-2200 or Info@advocatenews.net - LEGAL NOTICE - City of Malden Massachusetts Board of Appeal 215 Pleasant Street Malden, Massachusetts 02148 Telephone 781-397-7000 x2103 MALDEN BOARD OF APPEAL PUBLIC HEARING Advocate Call now! 617-387-2200 advertise on the web at www.advocatenews.net The Malden Board of Appeal will hold a public hearing on Wednesday, November 15, 2023 at 6:30 pm at Malden City Hall, 215 Pleasant St, Room #106 Herbert L Jackson Council Chambers, Malden, MA on Petition 23-006 by Jerome Payen seeking an appeal under Code of the City of Malden as amended – Title 12 Section 12.32.040 (A) (3) to hear and decide appeals of decisions made by the Inspector of Buildings or other administrative official per Plans RES-059246-2023 at the property known as and numbered 48 Suffolk Street, Malden, MA and also known by City Assessor’s Parcel ID # 100-449-903 Petitions and plans are available for public review on the City website at https://maldenmaenergovweb.tylerhost.net/apps/ SelfService#/home. 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PO Box 490407, Everett, MA 02149 The market is changing, and a lot of property owners are interested in learning the value of their assets and listing their homes while conditions are favorable. Would you like to discover the advantages of Mango Realty's "Coming Soon" and "Concierge Programs"? Don't hesitate to get in touch with Sue to find out more. Reach out now by calling/texting Sue at 617-877-4553 34 Eustis St, Saugus Saugus Sat, Oct 28 Sun, Oct 29 12-1:30pm 12-1:30pm tOWNHOUSE FOR RENT Incredible opportunity for investors and developers. This long standing confirmed preexisting licensed commercial fishing pier/residential property abuts the Saugus Waterfront Mixed Use Overlay District (WMOD). Current owner is now petitioning the Town of Saugus to have this prime waterfront location entered into the WMOD. Please read Article 18 in the Saugus Zoning Bylaws, found on the web, to learn about the array of potential land use and mixed use possibilities under this overlay. The owners recognize that any sale will include this zoning contingency. All rights and title to licensed pier will be conveyed via deed transfer .The current use of the property includes boat storage and residential use with a permitted accessory dwelling unit. Property utilities include electricity & water to pier area as well as natural gas to dwelling...$1,455.000 CALL/TEXT Sue 617-877-4553 Saugus Ctr Are you ready to move into this newly remodeled 5 bedroom Colonial. Beautiful hardwood floors throughout. Stainless steel appliances, a farmers sink and granite counter tops glisten under recessed first floor lighting. State of the art programable heat pump provides energy efficient year-round temperature control. All new bathrooms with first floor laundry hookup. New plumbing, wiring, and newly recent vinyl clad windows. Spacious basement, with storage. Fully electrified 10' x 20' custom built shed. $749,000 y y d f oor r effi e t year an k e fi g S n g d gr n e a t e of the art u i t ci n n y s h d f o rs t r a it thro o c un er r c un e ou t a e State of the art pr d lo Unique 5 Year old four level townhouse that offers a perfect blend of modern amenities. Step inside and discover a large garage that leads to a quaint level patio for entertainment. The second floor hosts a spacious living and dining room open concept that flows into a fabulous chef kitchen that offers quartz countertops and stainless steel appliances and a 1/2 bath. It boasts hardwood floors, energy efficient systems, central air, tankless water heater along with Harvey windows. Third floor offers two comfortable bedrooms and a full bath. Large penthouse suite with en-suite bathroom and walk in closet. You will not run of storage. This property is designed to cater to all of your lifestyle needs and and offers rich history right outside your doorstep. Transportation close by and also minutes from Airport and Boston. $699,000 CALL/TEXT Sue 617-877-4553 MOVE RIGHT IN. This Spectacular sun-filled home with exceptional flow. Details matter & this lovely home is brimming with great potential and character. Walk into a screened in porch & read your favorite book or just have your favorite drink w/ a friend or family member. The kitchen leads and flows into the living & dining room that offers gleaming hardwood floors & a full bath on the first floor. The second floor has 3 generous bedrooms that have hardwood floors with an additional new full bath. The roof is approximately 2 years old. The Driveway can park 3-4 cars tandem, Easy access to public transportation, 20 minutes from Boston, close to shopping malls & restaurants. Saugus is an energetic town featuring new schools, low property tax rate. Something this sweet will not last..$559,000 CALL/TEXT Sue 617-877-4553 You will be stunned the very moment you enter into this townhouse. This spacious townhouse has a kitchen that has been e w t tastefully renovated with the past 5 years and impeccably maintained since. The large eat in kitchen offers stainless steel n eccabl e e t t s, s, fl l g o ccably appliances, granite countertops. The open concept floor kitch g r r nite cou te o r m nta n o f rs c at ma n wi i i e e f o r f er ranite count r plan is n ert sta le t s ai s a t n e perfect for entertaining. 2 assigned parking with ample visitor parking are just a few more perks to mention. Easy and low maintenance living. 2 cats ok. No Smoking, This will not last. Great credit score and references required.... $2,900 CALL/TEXT Sue 617-877-4553 Business Opportunity LYNN MANGO Realty is offering a great opportunity to acquire a long established active restaurant/bar with common victualer/all alcohol license in a prime down town Lynn location. The owner of this business is retiring after 29 years of success at this location. Loyal customer base. Kitchen facilities updated. Two rest rooms. Seats 92/ Plenty of off-street parking. Documented revenue for both food, liquor and lottery allows you to have a quick return on your investment. Favorable lease terms for this corner location. $200,000. n n e o this h pdated Two r st e o this f a a t is a p l l k at h r tree pa k is bu u . w si si ti n. L y tion L y o n Lo n. . pdated. 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SAUGUS - New to Market - 2 Family, 2-year-old roof and some electrical updates and newer heating systems. 1st floor offers 5 rooms, 1 bedroom, 2nd floor offers 3 rooms 1 bedroom with access to an unheated, finished, walk up attic for additional 3 rooms of living space…$599,900. Lisa M. Smallwood A Good agent has the knowledge and experience – Saugus’s newest condo complex featuring 2 bedrooms, bright and sunny, fully appliance, eat-in kitchen with granite counters and ceramic tile flooring, NEW central air and GAS heat, NEW windows, wood flooring, freshly painted, off street parking, coin-op laundry…...$329,900 A Great agent gets you the results you deserve! Call Lisa 617-240-2448 SAUGUS - 5 room Ranch offers 2 bedrooms, 1 ½ baths, dining room and living room, semi-finished lower level, deck, located on dead end street. Needs TLC…$449,900. COMING SOON COMING SOONBRAND NEW CONSTRUCTION COLONIAL LOCATED ON A NICE SIDE STREET NOT FAR FROM ELEMENTARY SCHOOLS AND THE CENTER OF TOWN. 4 BEDROOM, 3.5 BATH WITH HARDWOOD THROUGH-OUT. BEAUTIFUL KITCHEN AND BATHS. EXQUISITE DETAIL AND QUALITY BUILD. GARAGE UNDER. SAUGUS CALL KEITH FOR MORE DETAILS 781-389-0791 COMING SOON COMING SOON- 4 BEDROOM, 2 BATHROOM RENOVATED CAPE LOCATED ON A NICE SIDE STREET. THIS HOME FEATURES A NEW KITCHEN WITH STAINLESS APPLIANCES & QUARTZ COUNTERS, NEW BATHROOMS, HARDWOOD FLOORS AND FRESH PAINT THROUGH. GARAGE UNDER. MAINTENANCE FREE VINYL SIDING. SAUGUS CALL KEITH FOR MORE DETAILS 781-389-0791 SOLD FOR SALE- 3+ BED, 2 BATH SPLIT ENTRY HOME ON NICE CUL-DE-SAC LOCATION. THIS HOME FEATURES A LARGE LIVING ROOM OPEN TO FORMAL DINING ROOM AND EAT-IN KITCHEN. 3 BEDS AND FULL BATH UP. LOWER LEVEL OFFERS A FIREPLACE FAMILY, ADDITIONAL BEDROOM, OFFICE AND ANOTHER FULL BATH. GREAT LOCATION. SAUGUS $565,000 CALL DEBBIE 617-678-9710 PRICE IMPROVEMENT FOR SALE-NEW CONSTRUCTION ONE OF A KIND CONTEMPORARY MODERN HOME WITH AMAZING VIEWS OF PILLINGS POND, 4590 SQFT. OPEN CONCEPT, 3 LEVELS, 4 BEDS, 6 BATHS, TOP OF THE LINE MATERIALS AND FINISHES, HOME THEATER, WORK-OUT ROOM AND SO MUCH MORE! LYNNFIELD $1,750,000 CALL DANIELLE 978-987-9535 LOOKING FOR EXPERIENCED AGENTS WHO WANT A NO HASSLE, NO NONSENSE OFFICE. WE ARE LOOKING FOR AGENTS WHO WANT TO MAKE A DECENT PAY WITHOUT PAYING HIGH FEES. ARE YOU A GO GETTER? PERHAPS BI-LINGUAL? WILLING TO GO ABOVE AND BEYOND? CALL US TODAY! KEITH 781-389-0791 UNDER CONTRACT BEDROOMS. HOME HAS OFFICE. Y WORKSHOP WITH ELECTRICITY GREA FOR STORAGE. CLOSE TO AREA SCHOOLS, SHOPS, MAJOR ROUTES. AND RESTAURANTS. QUICK TO POINTS NORTH OR SOUTH. METHUEN $374,900 JULIEANNE 781-953-7870 HUGE DOUBLE WIDE UNIT WITH 3 - 4 BEDROOMS AND MANY UPDATES APPROX 1250 SQUARE FEET, NEW HEATING SYSTEM ,PINE FLOORS THROUGHOUT, NEW ROTH OIL TANK, MANY NEW WINDOWS, CATHEDRAL CEILINGS, PITCHED ROOF, AND LARGE DRIVEWAY. THIS HOME IS LOCATED IN OAK LEDGE HEIGHTS COOP PARK. MOST DESIRABLE PARK. COOP FEE INCLUDES A SHARE OF THE LAND AS WELL AS TAXES, WATER AND SEWER, RUBBSH REMOVAL, SNOW PLOWING AND COMMN AREA MAINTENANCE. PEABODY $229,900 CALL ERIC 781-223-0289 MOBILE HOMES YOUNG ONE BEDROOM IN GOOD CONDITION IN A DESIRABLE PARK WITH 2 PARKING SPOTS. SOLD AS IS. SUBJECT TO PROBATE DANVERS $109,900 UPDATED 2 BEDROOM WITH NEWER KITCHEN, BATH, RUBBER ROOF, WINDOWS, SIDING AND APPLIANCES. FULL SIZE LAUNDRY. DANVERS $119,900 REMODELED 3 BEDROOM WITH GLEAMING HARDWOOD FLOORS, C/A, AND FULL SIZE LAUNDRY. LOW PARK FEE. PLENTY OF PARKING. LOTS OF UPDATES. PEABODY $209,900 LOOKING TO BUY OR SELL? 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