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Friday, May 22, 2026
Malden Endorses One of Their Own:
Hometown Leaders Rally Behind
Senator Ed Markey
Mayor Christenson, Senator Lewis, Representatives
Ultrino and Donato, and Council President
Linehan endorse Markey for re-election
B
OSTON, Mass. – A slate of Malden
elected leaders today endorsed
Senator Ed Markey for
re-election. The hometown leaders
backed Markey, a Malden native,
citing his deep roots in the city, his
record of delivering federal investments
to Malden, and his continued
fight for working-class families.
The endorsements include MalMalden
Senior Center Coordinator Mikeneil Paul, Mayor Gary Christenson, MVES CEO Lisa Gurgone
and State Representative Steve Ultrino (Courtesy photo)
Special to The Advocate
M
ayor Gary Christenson recently
congratulated Mystic
Valley Elder Services (MVES)
for serving the Malden Community
and beyond for 50 years! For
half a century, MVES has promoted
the health and independence
of older adults, people with disabilities
and caregivers. Through
direct services, care coordination
and partnerships, MVES helps
support seniors in maintaining
independent living through daily
meal programs, health screenings,
counseling and more.
“I’m truly grateful to have these
well-being and supportive services
offered to seniors in our community,”
said Mayor Christenson.
den Mayor Gary Christenson, Malden
City Council President Amanda
Linehan, City Councillors Ryan
O’Malley, Paul Condon, Michelle Luong,
Stephen Winslow, Chris Simonelli,
and Carey McDonald. They
join State Senator Jason Lewis and
State Representatives Steven Ultrino
and Paul Donato — all of whom
represent Malden on Beacon Hill
and have previously endorsed Senator
Markey.
“Senator Markey has always
understood Malden because it’s
Edward Markey
US Senator
where his story began,” said Mayor
Gary Christenson. “He has remained
deeply connected to
the city, working alongside local
leaders to bring federal support
home and ensure those resources
RALLY | SEE PAGE 7
Malden legislators celebrate state grant for Ferryway School
energy efficiency and cost-saving measures
Special to The Advocate
S
tate Senator Jason Lewis
and State Representatives
Paul Donato, Steven Ultrino
and Kate Lipper-Garabedian
announced that the City of Malden
will receive a $1.95 million
Green School Works grant from
the Massachusetts Clean Energy
Center for energy efficiency
and cost-saving measures at
Ferryway School. Green School
Works grants are funded by the
Legislature using Fair Share revenue
collected from the state’s wealthiest earners.
This grant will be used to retrofit
the school’s aging heating,
Jason Lewis
State Senator
GRANT | SEE PAGE 11
Steven Ultrino
Paul Donato
State Representative
State Representative
ventilation and air-conditioning
(HVAC) system with an innovative
cascading air-to-water heat
Kate Lipper-Garabedian
State Representative
pump. The new system will use
multiple heat pump circuits to
reduce stress and improve perGary
Christenson
Mayor
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THE MALDEN ADVOCATE–Friday, May 22, 2026
Annual Wine Tasting Event Raises Funds for the Malden Public Library
Special to The Advocate
T
hanks to generous support
from Malden-area businesses,
organizers say the annual
Friends of the Malden Public
Library Wine Tasting Gala was
a huge success. Approximately
50 local vendors contributed
food, wine, flowers, and silent
auction items for the Library’s
signature fundraising event. An
enthusiastic crowd of 140 people
were on hand at the Converse
Memorial Building on May
15 to sample wines from around
the world. Event sponsor Kappy’s
Fine Wines & Spirits donated
the wine and, for the second year
in a row, offered craft mocktails
for those who wanted to participate
without drinking alcohol.
Kappy’s also donated 10% of
Kira's Wildflowers and Martin's
Florist and Greenhouse provided
beautiful floral arrangements
for the event. Guests were encouraged
to dress in their best
floral attire.
“I was delighted to see guests
Pictured left to right: Councillor At-Large Michelle Bucci Luong,
Ward 5 Councillor Ari Taylor, Mayor Gary Christenson, and Council
President Amanda Lineham were among the many distinguished
guests at the Wine Tasting Gala. (Photo Credit: Diana Jeong)
the proceeds from all wine purchased
at the event to the MPL.
Local restaurants, including
Bikeeny Caffe, Hoff's Bakery, All
Seasons Table, Dom's Sausage
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CELEBRATE MALDEN’S REVOLUTION 250
Gather on May 25 at the Rising Eagle in Melrose
ALDEN, MA – Celebrate history
at a lively gathering
of Maldonians at the Rising Eagle
Publick House at 505 Main
Street in Melrose, named for an
early Malden tavern where residents
would have gathered to
celebrate pretty much anything.
Hosted by the Malden Historical
Society, this event, from 4:00 to
6:00 pm, will feature trivia, toasts,
and a group reading of the Malden
Instructions led by Malden’s
Revolutionary extraordinaire
Mark Linehan.Food and drink
will be available for purchase.No
registration is necessary – come
on down!
About the Malden
Historical Society
Founded in 1886 and incorporated
in 1887, the Malden
Historical Society is a nonprofit,
all-volunteer organization
that is always looking for
new members as well as volunteers
to help with our collections,
exhibits, and other
projects. Anyone with an interest
in history who wants to
learn more can attend one of
our meetings, visit www.maldenhistoricalsociety.org
or call
617-863-6038.
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generously donated the upscale
refreshments, including sushi,
meatballs, and other delicacies,
as well as a lavish dessert bar.
Guests excitedly bid on silent
auction items, like the popular
"7 Nights of Dining" and “Cozy
Nights In” baskets, which also
raised money for the Library. Attendees
toured the Library’s Olmsted
Garden and art galleries,
which served as an elegant setting
for the event. This year’s gala
theme was Spring Blooms, and
enjoy themselves while admiring
the exquisite art galleries. It
was a beautiful night to catch
up with old friends and make
new connections. I am so proud
of our team of volunteers who
started planning for this night
back in February, and we loved
how it turned out,” said Friends of
the MPL President, Huy Nguyen.
The Friends of the MPL is a
nonprofit, volunteer, fundraising
organization that holds events
throughout the year to benefit
the MPL. The Wine Tasting Gala
is their biggest annual fundraiser,
and all proceeds from this
event go towards Library programs,
materials, equipment
and services.
Friends of the Malden Public Library President Huy Nguyen
reviewing Silent Auction items. (Photo Credit: Diana Jeong)
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Healey-Driscoll Administration Awards
$19 Million to Make Public Schools More
Energy Efficient, Lower Costs
Green School Works program will create cleaner, healthier
learning environments in nine Massachusetts school districts
Special to The Advocate
B
OSTON – Today, the Mass
Clean Energy Center (MassCEC)
awarded $19 million in
grants to help upgrade public
school facilities through the second
round of the Green School
Works program. Funded by the
Department of Elementary and
Secondary Education (DESE),
the program aims to make K–12
public school buildings more
modern and energy-efficient,
lower school district costs, reduce
pollution, and create safer,
healthier learning environments
for students and educators.
This round of funding will
modernize energy systems
in nine school districts across
Massachusetts, improving the
well-being of 10,000 students.
Awards prioritized equity, supporting
six districts where more
than half of students come from
low-income backgrounds. Many
of these districts span environmentally
burdened communities
and Gateway Cities that have
long been underserved by building
upgrades and infrastructure
investment.
“Every student deserves a
safe, healthy and modern place
to learn,” said Governor Maura
Healey. “Through Green School
Works, we’re helping communities
upgrade aging school
buildings, lower energy costs
and create better learning environments
for students and educators
across Massachusetts.
These investments are good for
our schools, good for our communities
and good for our clean
energy future.”
“This program is a direct
investment in the cities and
towns that make Massachusetts
strong,” said Lieutenant Governor
Kim Driscoll. “When we help
a school district modernize its
energy systems, we’re freeing up
resources that go right back into
the classroom. This means better
materials, better programs, and
better experiences for students
and families who count on their
schools every day.”
The second round of Green
School Works funding builds on
the success of the program’s inaugural
round, which awarded
over $52 million to 18 schools
across the Commonwealth in
2025. Massachusetts has 1,800
public school buildings, many
of which rely on aging energy
infrastructure that drives up
costs and diminishes air quality
for students and staff. The Green
School Works program helps districts
modernize these systems,
freeing up resources that can
be redirected to teaching and
learning.
“Clean energy upgrades are
good for the environment and
good for kids,” said Executive Office
of Energy and Environmental
Affairs Secretary Rebecca Tepper.
“Green School Works is how
we make that happen—smarter
buildings, healthier students,
and a cleaner state.”
“Schools are at the heart of our
communities, and they should
reflect our commitment to the
health and well-being of every
student and educator inside
them,” said Mass Clean Energy
Center CEO Ben Downing.
“These investments don't just
upgrade buildings, they signal to
students, families, and educators
that their environment matters
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Memorial Day in Malden 2026 May 25
P
lease join the Malden community
for a ceremony as we
remember and honor the men
and women who gave the ultimate
sacrifice for our Nation’s
freedom on Memorial Day, Monday,
May 25, at 10 a.m. at Forest
Dale Cemetery on Forest Street.
Fire Commissioner Emery L. Haskell,
Retired U.S. Commander Naval
Surface Forces Atlantic, who
is also a Bronze Star Recipient for
meritorious achievement in Operation
Iraqi Freedom, will emcee
the ceremony.
The ceremony will take place
rain or shine. For more information,
please email lvlasuk@cityofmalden.org.
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THE MALDEN ADVOCATE–Friday, May 22, 2026
MPL librarians demonstrate their kindheartedness to local residents
L
ibrarians at the Malden Public
Library (MPL) can help you
find information about a million
different subjects, but they also
do much more. Because MPL is a
focal point for community gathering,
the leadership and staff
want to be a resource for individuals
and families who need help
navigating systems for healthcare
and housing services. Recently,
Assistant Library Director
Marita Coombs coordinated
with Mass General Brigham to
bring one of the hospital’s mobile
medical Community Care
Vans to Malden.
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brary. We’re hoping it will be a
regular monthly visit, where free
care is provided to everyone regardless
of whether they have
health insurance,” Coombs explained.
On
April 30, the van parked at
MPL, rolled out its rain/sun awning
and opened its door for
business. The care team, which
includes a community health
worker, a nurse practitioner
and a medical assistant, provided
screenings to help control
chronic diseases like hypertension
and diabetes. They also
consulted with patients to determine
if they need access to a
primary care doctor or at-home
medical equipment like blood
pressure machines and glucose
monitors.
“Bringing health services into
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community spaces like the Malden
Public Library helps remove
barriers and meet people where
they are. Libraries are trusted
hubs, and through our Community
Care Vans, we reach individuals
in familiar, welcoming settings
with accessible healthcare,
education and support,” said Dr.
Priya Sarin Gupta, who is Senior
Medical Director of the Mass
General Brigham Clinical-Community
Programs. “This community-based
approach is key
to advancing health outcomes
and ensuring everyone has the
opportunity to access care and
improve their long-term health.”
Malden’s poverty rate is estimated
at more than 11 percent,
and the city has its share of unhoused
people. MPL’s first-floor
meeting rooms are a hub of activity
where patrons can meet
with community agencies for
assistance with housing, healthcare,
food access, mental health
services and other social services.
MPL collaborates with Malden’s
Office of Housing Stability,
Mystic Valley Elder Services,
Malden’s Health and Human
Services Coordinator, the Language
Access Coordinator, Addiction
Recovery Resource Specialists
and Malden Community
Electricity.
After Malden residents expressed
frustration about receiving
high utility bills, MPL librarians
organized a bill-paying
workshop, which more than 45
people attended. They met representatives
from various local
agencies, who explained how
to secure discounted utility rates,
more affordable plans and financial
assistance. Because of the
obvious community interest,
MPL is planning to hold similar
events in the future.
Another popular support program
helps people learn basic
tech literacy skills. The librarians
hold regular tech literacy workshops
at MPL, offering education
and encouragement. Librarians
regularly teach patrons how to
go online to register their children
for school, pay bills, apply
for jobs and contact local support
agencies. And many patrons
come to MPL to access free,
reliable Wi-Fi and help finding information
on the Internet.
“The librarians understand
they are a valuable community
resource, and we are so proud of
how they go above and beyond
for our patrons,” said MPL Director
Dora St. Martin. “The act of offering
essential services and resources
for the community is central to
the Library’s core mission.”
For more information about
the Library, visit https://maldenpubliclibrary.org.
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is
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617-389-3839
Celebrating 67 Years in Business!
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Malden joins Bloomberg Philanthropies’
Youth Climate Action Fund
Special to The Advocate
M
ayor Gary Christenson announced
that Malden will
join Bloomberg Philanthropies’
Youth Climate Action Fund, which
will provide capital and capacity
to support mobilizing young residents
ages 15–24 in designing
and delivering climate solutions
aligned with the City of Malden’s
Climate Action Plan. Malden joins
the Youth Climate Action Fund
alongside 300 city halls. The scaleup,
tripling the program’s reach
since its launch in 2024, builds on
results across 34 countries, where
98 municipalities delivered tangibly
for residents and improved
trust in city hall — helping a new
generation believe in government
again.
As part of this program, Malden
will host an innovation competition,
inviting young people’s ideas
for climate solutions, selecting the
strongest proposals and funding
them with $50,000 and technical
assistance from Bloomberg
Philanthropies. Malden will then
assign staff to support implementation
from start to finish, helping
young residents lead in carrying
their plans through to completion
— creating public space, strengthening
infrastructure, mitigating
disasters and building resilience.
Municipalities that move quickly
to deploy their initial funding will
receive an additional $50,000 to
support more youth-driven projects
and expand participation.
“The City of Malden is honored
to be one of 300 municipalities
around the world to join this prestigious
and competitive program,”
said Mayor Christenson. “The capital
and capacity provided by the
Youth Climate Action Fund will allow
us to partner with our young
people to make our collective climate
goals a reality. To our Malden
youth, stay tuned for more
information in the coming weeks
about how you can get involved
in this exciting program.”
“The Youth Climate Action Fund
is helping city halls around the
world work alongside hundreds
of thousands of young people to
take action on city climate challenges
and improve their communities,”
said Bloomberg Philanthropies
CEO Patricia E. Harris. “They
are showing how local government
can be a partner on issues
youth and residents care deeply
about – and they are building
trust along the way. We look forward
to expanding on these efforts
and inspiring a new generation
of civic leaders.”
At a time when participation in
public life has thinned, the results
from the first wave of Youth Climate
Action Fund cities point to a
new approach. Survey research of
the program’s youth participants
showed that their trust in local
government leadership rose from
61% to 83% — a 22 percentage
point increase while confidence
in their own ability to address environmental
challenges increased
from 65% to 90%. Nearly three in
four youth said their city hall values
their input on climate policy
— one of the issues they care
most about.
Participating local governments
also changed how they work.
More than half established new,
formal structures, such as youth
councils, advisory boards and participatory
budgeting processes, to
sustain young people’s engagement;
43% embedded youth input
into long-term strategies and
policies, while roughly 40% created
dedicated staff roles. Nearly all
report plans to expand the effort.
To date, more than 300,000
young people across five continents
have taken part in the Youth
Climate Action Fund, working with
their city halls to create over 1,600
green spaces, plant over 1.8 million
plants and 235,000 trees, develop
nearly 5,000 gardens, launch
268 composting stations and collect
more than 405,000 pounds
of trash and recyclables — producing
visible improvements in
their communities and bettering
quality of life for residents worldwide.
As part of Bloomberg Philanthropies’
longstanding work to
strengthen local state capacity
through its Government Innovation
program, the Fund also provides
municipalities and their
mayors with a model that extends
beyond climate galvanizing
partnership with stakeholders
citywide to advance progress
on pressing problems and opportunities
for the people they serve.
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OBITUARY
Eleanor A. McCauley
Eleanor was
a life-long resident
of Malden
until her later
years. She then
moved to Derry,
NH to live with
her sister Ann
and her brother-in-law
Joseph
Nerden.
From there life
brought her to
Virginia Beach,
VA to live with
her daughter Mary and son-in-law
Timonthy Thomas where she passed
away at age 98. Eleanor graduated
from Malden High School in May of
1947. She then entered the Army in
1952 making her a Korean War Veteran.
She was the mother of Mary Kathleen
Thomas of Virginia Beach, VA and
her husband Timonthy. Michael Louis
McCauley of Titusville, FL and his wife
Dorothy (Dody).
Eleanor was sister to Ann F. Nerden
of Salem, NH and her husband Joseph,
David A. Doucette of Hamlin, NY and
his late wife Judie, Louis A. Doucette of
San Antonio, TX and his wife Kathleen
and Philip E. Doucette of Jacksonville,
FL and his wife Deborah. She is also survived
by Donna B. Doucette of Watertown,
MA. Wife of her deceased brother
Eugene F. Doucette. She was Grandmother
to Tina M. McCauley and Kimberley
A. Kirk both of Titusville, FL. and
Jonathan M. Thomas of Palm Harbor,
FL and his wife Jessica. Eleanor was
also Great-Grandmother to Jordan T.
Kirk of Titusville, FL. Eleanor is also survived
by many nieces and nephews including
Daphne A. Curran of Derry, NH
and her husband Kevin.
Funeral service were held at the
A. J. Spadafora Funeral Home, Malden
on Wednesday May 20th. Relatives and
friends are respectfully invited to attend.
Interment of ashes will be in Puritan
Lawn Memorial Park, Peabody.
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THE MALDEN ADVOCATE–Friday, May 22, 2026
State Senate candidate Carey McDonald holds
successful campaign kick-off
By Tara Vocino
T
he Committee to Elect Carey
McDonald hosted a campaign
fundraiser for State Senate
last Wednesday at Exchange
Street Bistro. If elected, McDonald,
who is a Malden Councillor-at-Large,
would fill the seat
of State Senator Jason Lewis,
who has decided not to run
for reelection. State Representative
Kate Lipper-Garabedian
and Malden Ward 4 Councillor
Ryan O’Malley are also vying
for the spot.
Shown from left to right: Almquist & Associates consultant Elaine
Almquist, Senate candidate/Councillor-at-Large Carey McDonald
and Malden Safe Streets Vice President Robert Fitzpatrick, who
said that McDonald is supportive and a good friend.
Shown from left to right: Ward 6 Councillor Stephen Winslow, Ward
7 School Committee member Keith Bernard, Councillor-at-Large/
Senate candidate Carey McDonald, Mayor Gary Christenson, Ward
1 Councillor Peg Crowe, Ward 5 Councilor Ari Taylor and Ward 3
Councillor/City Council President Amanda Linehan.
Candidate Carey McDonald said
that overrides reflect a broken
system and affordability crisis.
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Julian McDonald, Planning
Board member Tewedaj
Gebreselassie and Senate
candidate/Councillor-at-Large
McDonald.
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- LEGAL NOTICE -
City of Malden
Massachusetts
Board of Appeal
215 Pleasant Street
Malden, Massachusetts 02148
Telephone 781-397-7000 x2104
MALDEN BOARD OF APPEAL
PUBLIC HEARING
The Malden Board of Appeal will hold a public
hearing on Wednesday, June 17, 2026 at 6:30 p.m. Eastern
Time (US and Canada) at Malden City Hall, 215 Pleasant
St., Room #106 Herbert L. Jackson Council Chambers,
Malden,
MA Petition 26-005 by F.W. Webb
Company seeking a variance under the Code of the City of
Malden as amended - Title 4 Section 4.16.090 (c) (2) (a) Table
of Intensity Regulations: Specifically: Wall sign exceeding 40
ft2 as per plans SGER-076380-2026 at the property known
as and numbered 869 Eastern Ave., Malden, MA and also
known by City Assessor’s Parcel ID #127-435-504
Additional information, Petition & plans available for public
review in the Office of Inspectional Services, 215 Pleasant St.,
3rd floor, Malden, MA or online at www.cityofmalden.org or
https://maldenma-energovweb.tylerhost.net/apps/SelfService#/home
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Cramer, Chair
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strengthen the lives of Malden residents.
His leadership reflects a genuine
commitment to communities
like ours and a belief that progress
is built through consistency, care,
and follow-through.”
“Senator Ed Markey has been a
steadfast partner to Malden and
communities across Massachusetts,”
said State Representative Steven
Ultrino. “From fighting to improve
public transit and protecting
Social Security and Medicare
– Ed understands the issues that
matter in people’s everyday lives.
He brings urgency, experience, and
a deep commitment to justice to
every fight, and I’m proud to support
his re-election to the United
States Senate.”
“Ed Markey has never forgotten
Malden because Malden is where
his values were formed,” said State
Representative Paul Donato. “He
grew up here, learned the dignity
of work here, and has carried that
fight into the Senate – for working
families, strong public schools, affordable
health care, clean energy,
and a fair shot for every child. I
have spent my career fighting for
families, students, seniors, and the
communities of Malden, and Senator
Markey has been a partner in
that work. I am proud to endorse
him for re-election.”
“Ed Markey has never forgotten
where he comes from or who
he’s fighting for,” said Malden City
Council President Amanda Linehan.
“As a fellow Maldonian, I support
Ed because he brings his values
to the United States Senate every
day – fighting for working people
like my constituents, protecting
civil rights, and leading on climate
issues through the Green New Deal
so our community can thrive in the
economy of the future. I’m proud to
support Ed because he is always in
our corner as the trusted, progressive
leader Massachusetts needs.”
“Ed Markey understands that
strong communities are built
through real investment — in
public transit, safe streets, climate
resilience, housing, and the infrastructure
that helps cities like Malden
thrive,” said City Councillor
Ryan O’Malley. “He has spent his
career pushing for the kind of forward-looking
policies that improve
people’s lives and prepare our communities
for the future. I’m proud to
support Ed’s re-election because
he is a proven partner for Malden
and a leader Massachusetts can
count on.”
“Senator Ed Markey has never
forgotten Malden or the people
who make our city strong. He has
spent his career fighting for working
families, immigrant communities,
affordable housing, public education,
and a government that
delivers for every resident,” said
City Councilor Michelle Luong.
“Ed understands the diversity and
strength of cities like Malden, and
he brings those values with him in
every fight. I’m proud to support his
re-election because Massachusetts
needs a Senator who stands with
our communities and gets results.”
“Ed Markey’s story — a grandson
of immigrants who through their
hard work and dedication to family
and community instilled in Ed
a commitment to serve to make
people’s lives better just as their
lives were made better by settling
in Malden,” said City Councilor Stephen
Winslow. “He has carried that
commitment from our city to the
United States Senate, fighting to
ensure that our government supports
those with ideas and ambition
and also serves those who focus
on keeping a roof over their
heads and food on the table, who
want safer streets as they walk to
school or a bus, cleaner neighborhoods,
reliable infrastructure, and
a future where every family has the
opportunity to thrive. I’m proud to
support Ed’s re-election because
his leadership reflects the best of
Malden: practical, progressive, and
always focused on people.”
“Senator Ed Markey is Malden
through and through. He knows
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our neighborhoods, our working
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and the values that make
this city special,” said City Councilor
Chris Simonelli. “From investing
in public transit and affordable
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and Medicare and standing up
for safer communities, Ed fights
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Malden needs a Senator who never
forgets where he comes from and
always delivers for Massachusetts.”
“Senator Ed Markey is Malden’s
greatest champion- he delivers for
the people he serves because he always
remembers the streets where
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and sidewalks, affordable housing,
reliable public transit, clean air and
water, and support for our working
families and seniors. I’m proud
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Senator Markey thanked his
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City of Malden
Massachusetts
MALDEN PLANNING BOARD
PUBLIC HEARING
The Malden Planning Board will hold a public hearing in the Herbert
L. Jackson Council Chamber, Malden City Hall, 215 Pleasant Street,
Malden, MA at 7:00 P.M. on Wednesday, June 10, 2026 on the petition of
Jennifer Tina LeGarde of Big Daddy Daycare on behalf of Craig E. Richards
(Permit Application # COO-075099-2025) seeking a special permit under
Title 12 of the Code of the City of Malden, Section 12.12.030, to allow use of
property in the Neighborhood Business zoning district for a kennel, namely,
to add boarding service to an existing doggie daycare in the basement of
an existing building, at the premises known as 10 Maplewood Street, located
at the property known as and numbered 2-8 Maplewood Street, Malden and
known by City Assessor’s Parcel ID# 134 686 609. Petition and plans are
available for public review in the City Hall, Inspectional Services Department,
215 Pleasant Street, Room 330, Malden, MA and on the City website under
Permit Application # CMID-COO-075099-2025 at
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The beneficiary will then
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Revenue Code Section
72(s). The beneficiary also has
the option of receiving each
monthly payment in a tax efficient
manner by utilizing the
exclusion ratio contained in
certain products offered by
insurance companies. Each
payment would contain a certain
portion that is non-taxable
representing a return of
the initial investment. Each
payment would also contain a
certain portion that is taxable
representing built-in gain in
the tax-deferred annuity.
In a typical tax-deferred annuity,
if you invested $100,000
and it is now worth $200,000,
the first $100,000 of withdrawals
would represent taxable income.
The earnings are withdrawn
first. Once the earnings
are exhausted, then the
remainder would represent a
non-taxable return of the original
investment.
If you are the beneficiary of
a tax-deferred annuity with a
substantial amount of built-in
gain (i.e. taxable income), you
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EXCHANGES
might consider not cashing
out the policy as that would
result in a significant amount
in federal and state income
taxes. You might consider executing
a tax-free 1035 transfer
into a new annuity policy in
your name alone. This would
allow you to invest as conservative
or as aggressive as you
wish based upon your risk tolerance,
risk capacity, priorities,
goals and objectives. You
can receive payments over a
long time horizon resulting
in much greater tax efficiency
and a better opportunity to
provide for retirement income.
Upon the death of the annuitant
of a tax deferred annuity,
a beneficiary must withdraw
all of the funds in the annuity
by the end of the fifth year following
the annuitant’s death.
The beneficiary can withdraw
all of the monies in year one,
take monthly withdrawals
over the five year period or
wait until year five to withdraw
all of the monies.
If an annuity
is held in a taxable IRA account,
a non-spouse beneficiary
must withdraw all of the
funds by the end of the 10th
year following the IRA owner’s
death. A spouse can roll
the IRA annuity into his or her
own IRA and continue with
tax deferral until required minimum
distributions (RMD’s) are
required which is at age 73 for
people born prior to January 1,
1960. For those born January
1, 1960, or later, the RMD age
is 75. This was provided for in
the Secure Act 2.0.
So long as you are provided
with options, you then can
make the decision that is best
for you. There are no right or
wrong answers. Everyone’s situation
is different.
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.
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Savvy Senior
by Jim Miller
The Silent Warning:
Understanding Prediabetes
Dear Savvy Senior,
My 60-year-old brother was recently
diagnosed with prediabetes,
which surprised all of us because
he’s fairly active and isn’t overweight.
Now I’m wondering if I could be at
risk too. Does prediabetes run in families,
and what exactly does it mean?
--Younger Sister
Dear Younger,
Yes, you could be at risk. Having
a close family member with diabetes
increases your chances of developing
it yourself, though family history
is just one factor. Age, weight,
lifestyle, blood pressure, cholesterol,
and certain ethnic backgrounds
also affect risk. Here’s a clearer
look at prediabetes and what you
should know.
What Is Prediabetes?
Prediabetes occurs when blood
sugar levels are higher than normal
but not yet high enough to be
diagnosed as type 2 diabetes. It is
far more common than most people
realize.
The Centers for Disease Control
and Prevention estimates that
about 115 million American adults
have prediabetes, and the majority
don’t know it. Without intervention,
many will develop type 2 diabetes
within 10 years.
Even before diabetes develops,
elevated blood sugar can quietly
damage blood vessels and raise
the risk of heart disease, stroke, kidney
disease, nerve damage, and vision
problems. Once diabetes develops,
daily blood sugar monitoring,
medications or insulin, and
lifestyle adjustments may become
necessary, which can affect overall
quality of life.
The good news is that prediabetes
does not make diabetes inevitable.
In many cases, it can be reversed.
Modest weight loss, regular
physical activity, and healthier eating
habits can significantly reduce
– or sometimes eliminate – the
risk of progression. In some situations,
medications may also be prescribed
to help control blood sugar.
Who Should Get Tested?
Prediabetes usually causes no
noticeable symptoms, so testing
is the only reliable way to know if
you have it.
Adults age 45 and older should
be screened, particularly if overweight.
Younger adults should also
consider testing if they are overweight
and have other risk factors
such as high blood pressure, high
cholesterol, a sedentary lifestyle,
or a family history of diabetes. Certain
ethnic groups – including Latino,
Black, Asian, and Native American
adults – have higher risk and
may benefit from earlier screening.
To quickly assess your risk, take
the free online screening test at
DoIHavePrediabetes.org.
How It’s Diagnosed
If you are at risk, your doctor
can order one of three blood tests.
The fasting plasma glucose test requires
an eight-hour fast. The oral
glucose tolerance test measures
how your body processes sugar.
The hemoglobin A1C test reflects
your average blood sugar over two
to three months and can be done
at any time, regardless of when
you last ate.
Most Medicare and private insurance
plans generally cover diabetes
screening tests at little or no
cost if you meet risk criteria such
as being overweight, having high
blood pressure, or having a family
history of diabetes. Home glucose
meters are not intended to diagnose
prediabetes.
Take Action
If you are diagnosed with prediabetes,
don’t panic. Many people restore
healthy blood sugar with lifestyle
changes alone. Losing 5 to 7
percent of your body weight, getting
at least 150 minutes of moderate
exercise per week, and reducing
refined carbohydrates can
make a meaningful difference.
For additional support, the Centers
for Disease Control and Prevention
sponsors the National Diabetes
Prevention Program, which
offers structured lifestyle-change
classes in person and online across
the U.S. (cdc.gov/diabetes-prevention).
Local hospitals, clinics, and
community centers may also offer
similar programs.
The most important step is
awareness. A simple screening test
can provide peace of mind or give
you the opportunity to take action
now and prevent diabetes in
the future.
Send your senior questions to: Savvy Senior, P.O. Box 5443, Norman,
OK 73070, or visit SavvySenior.org. Jim Miller is a contributor to
the NBC Today show and author of “The Savvy Senior” book.
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said Senator Ed Markey. “It is where
I learned the dignity of a hard day’s
work, the power of community,
and the responsibility to fight for
the people who raised you. There
is no greater honor in my life than
representing my hometown in the
Senate, and to have Malden’s city
and state elected leaders to be in
my corner. It means everything,
and I will always fight for Malden
because Malden gave me everything.”
Mystic
Valley Regional Charter School
(MVRCS) Request for Response
for
School Bus Transportation
RFR #27-100
RFR Release Date:
Monday, May 18, 2026
Mandatory Pre-Bid Meeting Wednesday, May 27, 2026
Question Due:
Response Deadline:
Monday, June 1, 2026
Monday, June 15, 2026
10:00 A.M.
11:30 A.M.
4:00 P.M.
2:00 P.M.
Description: Mystic Valley Regional Charter School is issuing a Request for
Response (RFR #27-100) for School Bus Transportation Services.
Responses must be submitted to the Office of Finance and Business Operations at Mystic
Valley Regional Charter School, 4 Laurel Street, Malden, MA 02148, Attn: Julie-Anne
Aloise. For additional information regarding the RFR, please contact Julie-Anne Aloise at
781-388-0222 ext. 2016 or by email at jaloise@mvrcs.org.
May 22, 29, 2026
- LEGAL NOTICE -
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
MALDEN PUBLIC SCHOOLS
FISCAL YEAR 2027 PROPOSED BUDGET
Notice is hereby given in accordance with Chapter 71, Sections 38N of the Massachusetts
General Laws that the Malden School Committee will hold a public hearing for the purpose of
receiving comments on the Fiscal Year 2027 Proposed Budget on Thursday May 28, 2026 at
6:00 p.m. at the Herbert L. Jackson Council Chamber Room 106, 215 Pleasant Street, Malden
and members of the public are welcome to attend in-person.
Members of the public who wish to attend remotely can do so using the link below:
Microsoft Teams - School Committee Budget Public Hearing
https://tinyurl.com/4d657t36
The Fiscal Year 2027 Proposed Budget will be available on the Malden Public Schools website
at www.maldenps.org. For more information, please contact the Malden Public School’s
district office at 781-397-6100.
May 15, 22, 2026
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to-water heat pump is an amazing
energy-efficient investment
that will support the school for
many years to come,” said Senator
Lewis. “The legislature remains
committed to supporting
Malden and other municipalities
with new infrastructure that
saves the city money and continues
pushing towards our goal
of net zero emissions in Massachusetts.”
“It
is with great excitement
to announce that the Ferryway
School will be receiving a $1.95
million grant to transform its outdated
heating and ventilation
system,” said House Second Assistant
Majority Leader Donato.
“The new air-to-water pump will
create a healthier learning environment
while also advancing
clean energy goals. The Malden
delegation will continue to advocate
for projects that improve
infrastructure and sustainability.”
“This investment in Ferryway
School is a win for our students,
educators, and the entire Malden
community,” said Representative
Ultrino. “By modernizing
the school’s HVAC system with
innovative clean energy technology,
we are creating a healthier
learning environment, reducing
long-term energy costs, and
advancing our commitment to
a more sustainable future for
Malden.”
“The Green School Works
grant program simultaneously
advances two priorities of the
legislature – investments in our
public school infrastructure and
in the transition to clean energy,”
said Representative Lipper-Garabedian.
“It is always rewarding
to see statewide programs like
this one directly benefit municipalities
in my District, and I congratulate
the Malden Public
Schools in securing this award.”
“We extend our sincere thanks
to our state delegation for their
support in securing this transformative
grant,” said Mayor Gary
Christenson. “We also recognize
Malden’s Director of Public Facilities,
Eric Rubin, whose continued
commitment to improving our
school buildings and advancing
sustainable infrastructure was
instrumental in achieving this
award. Thanks to these strong
partnerships, Ferryway School
will receive a modern, energy ef-
LEGAL NOTICE -
City of Malden
Massachusetts
215 Pleasant Street, 3rd
Floor
Malden, Massachusetts 02148
(781) 397-7000 ext. 2044
MALDEN PLANNING BOARD
and
MALDEN CITY COUNCIL ORDINANCE COMMITTEE
PUBLIC HEARING
The Malden Planning Board and Malden City Council Rules & Ordinance Committee will
jointly hold a public hearing in the Herbert L. Jackson Council Chamber, Malden City Hall,
215 Pleasant Street, Malden, MA at 7:00 P.M. Wednesday, June 10, 2026, in accordance with
Section 12.32.050 of Title 12 of the Code of the City of Malden (MCC), regarding the petition
for zoning amendments, as proposed in City Council Paper #276/2026, to amend the following
sections of Title 12, MCC as follows:
I. Section 12.12.030 USE REGULATIONS (Table): Amend by establishing a new use
category, “Data Center,” and use regulations for this new use in all zoning districts.
II. Section 12.32.030 CERTIFICATES AND PERMITS: Amend subsection 12.32.030.C
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The full text of the proposed zoning amendments (City Council Paper #276-2026) is available
for public review on the City of Malden website at https://cityofmalden.legistar.com/Legislation.
aspx and with the City Planner, Inspectional Services, Room 330, and the City Clerk, Room
220, Malden City Hall, 215 Pleasant Street, Malden, MA.
By: Diane M. Chuha, Clerk
Malden Planning Board
By: Stephen Winslow,Chair
Malden City Council
Rules & Ordinance Committee
May 22, 29, 2026
REAL ESTATE TRANSACTIONS
BUYER1
Ma, Yuding
Ozdener, Fatih
Vazquez, Luis Manuel A
Ozdener, Lida
BUYER2
SELLER1
Slaughter, Nicole Alexa
Ricker, Melissa
Dong Jie Ret
Ma, Dong
Copyrighted material previously published in Banker & Tradesman/The Commercial
Record, a weekly trade newspaper. It is reprinted with permission from the publisher,
The Warren Group. For a searchable database of real estate transactions and property
information visit: www.thewarrengroup.com.
SELLER2
ADDRESS
557 Salem St #3
CITY
Malden
45 Loomis St #309 Malden
30 Franklin St #411 Malden
DATE
04.29.26
05.01.26
04.29.26
PRICE
490000
435000
540000
by establishing a moratorium on the issuance of any zoning relief or building permit
for a Data Center, for the purpose of providing the City with the opportunity and time
to undertake studies and obtain resident input on the impacts that Data Centers may
have on the infrastructure, environment, health, and economy of the City and community,
and to consider amendments to the ordinance.
III. Section 12.32.060 DEFINITIONS-ZONING: Amend subsection 12.32.060.B by
adding a definition for “Data Center.”
ficient system that enhances student
comfort, reduces the city’s
carbon footprint, and supports
the broader goal of reaching net
zero emissions.”
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1. On May 22, 1762, Rome’s Trevi Fountain
debuted; what toy company has
used its image?
2. What mammal can fly?
3. Are citrus fruits native to Florida or
California?
4. May 23 is World Turtle Day; how does
the word clutch relate to turtles?
5. What is grawlix? (first used in a
1901 cartoon titled “Lady Bountiful is
Shocked”)
6. What author wrote the short story
“Springtime a la Carte” and spent time
in prison?
7. On May 24, 1976, was the Judgment
of Paris, honoring what American
gourmet item?
8. What planet is known as the red
planet?
9. What is tu-whit tu-whoo?
10. On May 25, 1968, the Gateway Arch
was dedicated in what city?
11. What does the unit of measurement
“watt” come from?
12. What is uni?
13. On May 26, 1981, Satya Pal Asija
received a patent for “Swift-Answer,”
which is what?
14. In May 1878 the last U.S. witchcraft
trial, involving “mesmerism” and Christian
Scientists, was held in what Mass.
city?
15. What Spanish surrealist artist created
“Mae West Lips Sofa” and “Lobster
Telephone”?
16. In what county is Massachusetts’ longest
running daily newspaper headquartered?
17.
On May 27, 1937, what bridge
opened to pedestrians that has a color
in its name?
18. In what decade was the last time a
Frenchman won the Tour de France bicycle
race?
19. In what 1883 Italian novel subtitled
“Story of a Puppet” does its nose grow
when it lies?
20. On May 28, 1938, who opened (by
telegraph) the Golden Gate Bridge to
vehicles?
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1. LEGO (as an architectural model)
2. Bat
3. No; researchers say they are from the Indian
subcontinent and first spread to Asia.
4. A clutch is the eggs laid by a turtle in one
event.
5. Typographical symbols used in text to replace
profanity
6. William Sydney Porter (pen name O. Henry)
7.
Wine (It was a blind tasting of French and
Californian wines; California won.)
8. Mars
9. An owl’s call
10. St. Louis (world’s tallest manmade arch)
11. Scottish chemist, engineer and inventor
James Watt
12. Sea urchin in Japanese; often used to mean
its roe (means university in British English)
13. Computer software (acronym for “Special
Word Indexed Full Text Alpha Numeric
Storage With Easy Retrieval”)
14. Salem
15. Salvador Dali (1930s sculptural pieces)
16. Hampshire (Daily Hampshire Gazette)
17. Golden Gate Bridge in San Francisco (Its
color is actually “International Orange.”)
18. 1980s (1985)
19. “The Adventures of Pinocchio” by Carlo Collodi
20.
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SCHOOLS | FROM PAGE 3
and that everyone can, should,
and will benefit from clean energy
and climatetech.”
“When students are sitting in
classrooms that are too hot or
too cold, learning takes a back
seat; no matter how talented
the teacher or how dedicated
the student,” said Secretary of
Education Stephen Zrike. “Green
School Works removes those
barriers, giving educators the
conditions they need to teach
and students the environments
they need to thrive. Smart investments
in school infrastructure
are smart investments in education,
and this program is a model
for how to deliver both at once.”
Ferryway School (Malden
Public Schools) was selected for
funding under the Green School
Works program - $1,950,000.
Funding will be used to retrofit
existing aging HVAC with an innovative
cascading air-to-water
heat pump.
For more information on the
Green School Works program,
visit masscec.com/program/
green-school-works-grants.
Statements of Support
“The legislature remains committed
to pushing towards net
zero emissions in Massachusetts,”
said State Senator Jason Lewis,
Senate Chair of the Joint Committee
on Education (D-Winchester).
“Green School Works
grants are a great way to assist
schools and municipalities with
the cost of transitioning to cleaner,
energy efficient infrastructure
with a long-lasting impact.”
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