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Councillor Murphy provided the following statement to The Malden Advocate. Dear Ward 5 residents, After seven terms as the Ward 5 City Councillor, it is with bittersweet emotion that I announce I will not seek re-election. This diffi cult decision is the result of many conversations between my family, my friends and myself. During this time of refl ection, we took a look back from my fi rst election in 2009 over the path that brings us to today and this announcement. Ward 5 City Councillor Barbara Murphy What originally drove me to serve in the public arena was inspiration derived from outgoing Ward 5 Councillor John Furlong. Councillor Furlong was a passionate advocate that believed the greatest impacts on a community were made by those ELECTION | SEE PAGE 9 stead Park, which is located on Eastern Avenue in Ward 7. Originally envisioned as a multi-phased improvement program, the project was reimagined by Ward 7 Councillor Chris Simonelli to be an all-encompassing, single-phase initiative. According to Simonelli, “The focus of the site improvements is two-fold: to create a destination playground for children of all ages and abilities and to upgrade the existing Little League baseball fi eld.” PARK | SEE PAGE 7 MOA's 8th Annual Memorial Candlelight Vigil Solemn Reminder of Lost Loved Ones Special to Th e Advocate O n Sunday, March 26, Malden Overcoming Addiction (MOA) hosted their 8th annual Candlelight Vigil to memorialize those individuals taken from all of us by the insidious disease of substance use disorder. An estimated 150 people gathered as a community to remember and honor the lives lost. As has become custom, the night began with a somber and slow walk from the steps of the Jenkins Auditorium at Malden High School around the corner on Ferry Street into the Malden High School Gallery area. Before embarking on the journey, MOA Board Vice President Dana Brown spoke to the attendees about the “ministry of presence”; Mayor Gary Christenson, Fire Chief Bill Sullivan, Police Chief Glenn Cronin and Paul and Lisa Hammersley led the way to begin the march. that just being here tonight was a gift to families, friends, survivors and those continuing to do recovery work. Once the attendees were inside, Pastor Gerry Whetstone MEMORIAL | SEE PAGE 14 Pictured from left to right: Mayor Gary Christenson, Fire Chief Stephen Froio and Fire Commissioner Emery Haskell. Froio sworn in as new Fire Chief M ayor Gary Christenson and Fire Commissioner Emery Haskell announced that Deputy Chief Stephen J. Froio will serve as the new Chief of the Malden Fire Department. 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Located at Malden High T School, the Center off ers primary care services from physicals to immunizations, mental health care from evaluations to support, and sexual and reproductive care education to Malden youth from 12-24 years of age. Malden Recovery Coaches Paul Hammersley and Paul “PJ” Bell will run the eff ort and Mayor Gary Christenson with members of the Recovery Coach Program www.eight10barandgrille.com OPEN DAILY FOR DINNER AT 4 PM. CATCH THE CELTICS, BRUINS & NCAA SPORTS ON OUR 6 LARGE SCREEN TV'S! om have many years of experience promoting recovery to those seeking or already in recovery from drug and/or substance abuse. They will assist individuals through a one-onone peer support system and will help patients navigate the treatment system, promote recovery, help to remove stigma barriers, connect people with recovery support services and encourage hope and optimism and promote healthy living. 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Open your account on-line in minutes! %APY* he City of Malden is proud to announce the introduction of a new community event centered around sustainability, climate resilience and the environment. Building off of the recently announced Green Malden initiative, Mayor Gary Christenson in partnership with the City Council is announcing the Green Malden T Green Malden Fair. The event will take place on Saturday, April 15 from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. at Pine Banks Park. This will be an informational fair with representation from City of Malden sustainability programs, local environmental groups, free recycling for hard to recycle materials, opportunities for residents to save on energy costs, giveaways and more. In celebration of Earth Day, which takes place the following Saturday, residents will also have an opportunity to sign up for various citywide cleanups. 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Please review these details if you plan on participating in any one of the * items above. ׉ 7cassandra://W5cyZWnSiLWuYws1U4Wuac6Bg9uMjDp5hKVuSkL9AOk*`̰d%'":A+.׉EMTHE MALDEN ADVOCATE–Friday, March 31, 2023 ~ Malden Musings ~ Page 3 Arthur Pierce By Peter F. Levine A rthur Pierce. Arthur Pierce. Arthur Pierce. Arthur Pierce. Arthur Pierce. I need to remember the name of 26-year-old Arthur Pierce. I would like Malden to remember the name of 26-year-old Arthur Pierce. Arthur Pierce was a member of the 803rd Engineer Battalion involved in fighting on the Bataan peninsula. Arthur Pierce survived the 65-mile-long Bataan Death March during fighting in World War II only to die of disease/malnutrition at age 26 as a Japanese POW in 1942. The remains of Army PFC Arthur Pierce of Malden, Mass., were unceremoniously buried in a communal grave in that far away land but according to The Boston Globe – through the miracle of science – were recently identified with mitochondrial DNA analysis. Arthur Pierce is coming home. Praise the deity of your choice. According to those same reports, in the near future, he’ll be celebrated before being laid to rest in Augusta, Maine. Arthur Pierce. Arthur Pierce. Arthur Pierce. Arthur Pierce. Arthur Pierce. This just in... At times I do go on when it comes to Edgeworth. Hey, you spend 60 years of your life in the same neighborhood, that’s what happens! It all started 60 years ago... gotcha! You thought I was going down that well-worn Edgeworth memory lane path again, didn’t ya?! Well, I won’t bore you and take you there (yet), but I will print an email I received from a kindred soul named Marilyn Day. She contacted me shortly after I wrote my 1977 Edgeworth Reunion article. The article touched her. Her email touched me. I made an emotional connection with Marilyn and her sister that could only be made by growing up in that little piece of real estate tucked away in the corner of a place called Malden, Mass. It’s a feeling handed down from generation to generation to generation; to those of us who ran those very same streets. To those of us who helped a compadre, or their parents, drive into Chelsea or Everett in early spring for fertilizer for the backyard tomato crop. To those creatures of the night who had their first Schlitz at Little Pearl or Devir Park or behind Johnny Hartigan’s Quonset Hut on Thacher, or behind the Gas Tanks. To those of us who stood in awe during the Saint Rocco Feast at Devir Park while the fireworks exploded overhead – drownspent the majority of our childhood holidays and special occasions there. My mother was a Todisco from Linden. All four grandparents came from Italy in the early 1900’s. “Mr. Levine, thank you for the A newspaper notice announced the sacrifice made by Malden’s Arthur Lewis Pierce. ing out the sounds of the Joe Sica Orchestra playing on the Bandstand. To those of us who bought their French Bread for Sunday dinner at DiPietro’s, freshly killed chickens at Freddy’s Market or ground beef for the meatballs at Forgione’s Market. To those of us who helped a parent or grandparent drive into the Chelsea Produce Market in early spring in search of that perfect grape for the homemade wine. To those of us who sat in a worn-down wooden booth – with jukebox and tablecloth – at the Stadium or the Highland or the Rosebud or Mike’s or DeMarco’s or Tricca’s or Brandano’s or Maher’s or the Gold Star Cafe. To those mothers who shared recipes with each other handed down through the family. To those of us who went to the Emerson when it was an old wooden fire trap to the “brand-new” brick and mortar that still stands today. It’s an emotion handed down with the passage of time: a feeling capturing the zeitgeist of that era. An old Jewish prayer goes something like this, “as long as we live, those memories will also live; for they are now part of us; as we remember them.” Okay, enough with this long-winded, meandering diatribe. A letter from Ms. Day: “My sister and I thoroughly enjoyed reading your recent article. It brought back so many memories! Our father, Arthur Cuscuna, was front and center in the photo. He knew every inch of Edgeworth (the center of his universe) and for that matter, most of Malden. “Even though he moved to Saugus in 1952 when I was born, my father never really left Malden. That was where his heart remained until he passed away in 2005. Lifelong friendships and many ‘haunts’ were the draw. My mother, sister and I knew that if he was not at home in the evening or weekends, he was somewhere in Malden! “Your style of writing made it so easy to appreciate the complexity and simplicity of the times. Your digressions brought back memories of a different kind. 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OSPCD administers Malden’s community development and housing rehabilitation programs, the North Suburban Consortium’s HOME program, and various other grant programs.” OSPCD has been heavily “involved in several COVID-19 recovery eff orts,” most notably in rental assistance programs and eviction prevention and matching Malden residents with apsucceed in multiple focus areas Burke pointed to a great deal Deborah Burke OSPCD Director propriate programs. Burke told the City Council that the OSPCD has had a great deal of success in expanding and evolving real-time relevant programming with issues such as climate resiliency. Burke said immediate goals include evaluating and “tweaking” certain aspects, including: — Setting up the OSPCD for future success — Addressing new areas of focus and strengthening existing eff orts and initiatives — Recognizing the demand on staffi ng resources required to of success in the OSPCD obtaining a number of major grants to help fund projects and initiatives since a full-time grant writer position was added to the staff . The OSPCD director also explained there has been a “tremendous increase in focus on housing and housing support; transportation; climate and resiliency; and community projects.” To address these new and expanded areas of focus by the department, Burke explained, some staffi ng changes are planned, including the appointment of two deputy directors – promotions within the department. These would be Kevin Duff y as Deputy Director for Business and Economic Development and Alex Pratt as Deputy Director for Housing and Community. Both of these persons are already employed in the department in other, related roles. “We will continue to address the needs of the residents, businesses and municipal staff of this community in any way we can,” Burke told the City Council. Sen. Lewis announces April Office Hours in Malden tate Senator Jason Lewis will be holding Offi ce Hours in Malden on Monday, April 3, 2023, from 10:30-11:30 a.m. at the Malden Senior Center (7 Washington St). Any Malden resident is welcome to attend Offi ce Hours, with no appointment necessary, to meet with the Senator and discuss any constituent issues or legislative feedback. Jason Lewis State Senator FIRE CHIEF | FROM PAGE 1 Chief Froio has been with the Malden Fire Department for the past 21 years and has served in the role of Deputy Fire Chief for the last eight years. He previously served as Captain for two years. As a Lieutenant, Chief Froio served in the Fire Prevention Division. He completed his coursework and training from the Boston Fire Academy, and he graduated from Bridgewater State College with a degree in Business Management. “I am pleased to announce Senator Lewis will also be holding Offi ce Hours the same day in Melrose from 12-1 p.m. at the Milano Senior Center (201 W. Foster St). Another option for residents who would like to meet with Senator Lewis is to attend virtual Offi ce Hours, which will be held on Monday, April 17, 2023, from 2-3 p.m. on Zoom. For further information or any questions, visit SenatorJasonLewis.com or contact his offi ce at 617-722-1206 or Jason.Lewis@masenate.gov. Steve Froio to serve as Malden’s next Fire Chief,” said Mayor Christenson. “I am confi dent that with his background, experience, skills and involvement in the community he will eff ectively lead the Department and continue the high quality, professional service that the Malden Fire Department delivers.” “I look forward to working with Chief Froio as we continue to ensure the safety of our residents,” said Commissioner Haskell. Froio will replace retiring Fire Chief Bill Sullivan. Prices subject to change DIESEL TRUCK STOP FLEET ׉ 7cassandra://GoldrNdmRWTR_T4uSrmf2WUpuyt9JX8E2LJCwQ1FHKE,`̰d%'":A+. ׉EdTHE MALDEN ADVOCATE–Friday, March 31, 2023 Page 5 An Exceptional Woman from Malden – Marcia Browne By Dan Ladue W ho was Marcia Browne? A school dedicated to this woman has stood in Malden since 1905. Miss Brown was born in Springfield, Vt., in 1835, the youngest of a large, prosperous farm family. Her education was patchy. Few opportunities existed for girls like her in the early 1800s. She attended the few schools available to her, but her brilliant mind was likely not challenged anywhere. An advanced course of study at the Newbury Female Seminary near Springfield, Vt., certified her to teach. She began a teaching career in Springfield, but soon went to Burlington, Vt., to work at the high school level. As untrained as Marcia was academically, her education stayed current through teacher networks in Vermont. She was a disciple of Horace Mann, who revolutionized American education in the 1800s, and was likely educated under his principles. Her field of expertise was the graded school system, revolutionary at its time. Miss Brown was curious, self-educated…and determined. Through the 1870s, she accepted leadership positions in Vermont, New York and finally in Malden. At each secondary school she went to, she carried the philosophies of Mann with her. Mann proposed that students be placed in age-appropriate classes, and that only well-trained, professional teachers be hired. He also advocated for universal, nonsectarian education that promoted social efficiency, civic virtue and character, rather than mere learning or the advancement of sectarian ends. She met with great success everywhere she went. In 1888, while acting as principal of the Broadway School in Malden, Miss Emma Foster, of the Eastern Teacher’s Agency, sought her out. Of all the possible people she knew, Marcia Brown seemed the most likely candidate for a most serious job. Miss Foster had been contacted by the Brazilian government: Who did she know who could join a team of other Americans and Brazilians to overhaul the entire Brazilian educational system? this day. The centennial of Marcia’s death is this month. She died on April 6, 1923, and is buried in Malden, Mass. To learn more about Miss Marcia Pricilla Browne May 13, 1835– April 6, 1913 The task seemed formidable. São Paolo reached out to what it considered the finest educational system at the time – specifically United States public education under the principles of Horace Mann. The mission: reform education as Brazil transitioned from a monarchy to a republic. Unencumbered and adventurous, she sailed off to Brazil. As a woman in a country steeped in patriarchy, she excelled. For nine years she toiled ceaselessly. At one point, one of her coworkers referred to her as a man-woman. She intimidated those she worked with. The only other woman on the team resigned. In the end, her team radicalized a new educational system for the new nation based on an American model. Brown was so integral to the success of the program that the Brazilian government paid her the equivalent of $8,000.00 a month. She returned home in 1896 a wealthy woman. 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The rifl e and other stolen items, including a high-capacity magazine and a supply of ammunition, were recovered on Sunday, after an investigation by Mass. State Police. Two Malden teens, idenNeed 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? Call Dennis at (857) 249-7882 for details. Law Offices of Terrence W. Kennedy 512 Broadway, Everett • Criminal Defense • Personal Injury • Medical Malpractice Tel: (617) 387-9809 Cell: (617) 308-8178 twkennedylaw@gmail.com VEHICLE TOWED: Shown above is the Massachusetts State Police (MSP) vehicle that was broken into and had a patrol rifl e, high-capacity magazine and ammunition stolen from it. It was towed out of the Overlook Apartments parking garage and taken to an MSP site as part of the investigation into the theft, allegedly by a pair of Malden teens. tifi ed only by their ages, 14 and 15, allegedly entered a parking garage of the Overlook Apartments located on the Malden-Revere city line, broke into a marked Mass. State Police SUV, then gained access to another lock mechanism securing the fi rearm. They then heisted a patrol rifle, high-capacity magazine and ammunition, according to a statement from the offi ce of Middlesex District Attorney Marian Ryan. The theft occurred around 1 a.m. early Thursday morning, March 23, according to reports. According to sources, the two suspects were both male teens and residents of Malden. The rifle and other items were found on March 26 at a Malden home connected to the 15-year-old, Ryan’s offi ce said. 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The 14-year-old, who investigators believe took the rifl e, was charged with breaking and entering a vehicle in the nighttime to commit a felony, larceny of a fi rearm, possession of a fi rearm and conspiracy to commit a crime. The 15-year-old, whose home is where the rifle and other stolen items were found, was charged with breaking and entering a vehicle in the nighttime to commit a felony, larceny of a fi rearm and conspiracy to commit a crime. The investigation is ongoing, according to DA Ryan’s offi ce. Both suspects were arraigned at Cambridge Juvenile Court on Tuesday. No additional information, including the results of the arraignment, was able to be released. DOOR LOCK: Two suspects allegedly broke into this marked Mass. State Police cruiser and then broke another locking mechanism inside, before stealing a patrol rifl e and other fi rearm-related items. ׉ 7cassandra://OgMFKFMjBJENBMXFCJq0ZLkT0vl63GtmVgIKAlKZ6uc.5`̰d%'":A+."׉E THE MALDEN ADVOCATE–Friday, March 31, 2023 Page 7 PARK | FROM PAGE 1 The renovation plan calls for the removal of the existing playground; the installation of new play equipment with a colorful, large, tall climbing/ sliding structure for ages fi ve to 12 and a new structure with diverse activities for children ages two to five; new fencing will be installed around the playground and adjacent open space and around the fi eld; the infi eld and outfi eld of a reorientated fi eld will be rebuilt, and two sets of bleachers and players’ benches will be installed. Further, all but one of the existing trees within the park will be preserved, and new trees of varying types will be planted. The fi eld is used by the Little League. Councillor Simonelli said that the improved park will be a “great community asset.” “The playground, in particular, is in dire need of repair,” he said. Once complete, the park, which is diffi cult to navigate for residents with disabilities, will be “much more accessible.” The Councillor applauded the Mayor for supporting this program with much-needed financial resources. In addition to the CPA funds, the project has received a $100,000 state budget earM FYACS Launches the Emerging Artist Fellowship for High School Youth ELROSE, MA, March 28, 2023— Follow Your Art Christopher Simonelli Ward 7 Councillor mark, $900,000 in American Rescue Plan Act Funds from the City of Malden and a $400,000 Parkland Acquisitions and Renovations for Communities (PARC) Grant from the Commonwealth, and it has applied for a $400,000 Community Development Block Grant, which should go before the City Council for action sometime in late April or early May. Construction should start this spring. Malden’s Offi ce of Strategic Planning and Community Development will administer this project. Community Studios in Melrose is excited to announce the launch of the Emerging Artist Fellowship for Youth. This program is designed to support individual artistic growth and skills needed for advanced education or employment in the arts. Sponsored by the Foundation Trust, this one-year fellowship, which runs from May 2023 to May 2024, will give six high school juniors and seniors the opportunity to develop their artistic voice and vision through studio time, individual and group critiques, and connections with the greater community culminating in individual portfolios and a group exhibition. This fellowship is open to students in Melrose, Malden, Medford, Revere, Saugus, Stoneham, Wakefi eld and other surrounding communities. "This fellowship is a golden opportunity for young artists to work with mentors to hone and refi ne their creative voice and use that Adds Dr. Joseph Spinazzola, voice to connect with the community," says Kris Rodolico, Executive Director of FYACS. "We are so excited for this program to launch!" Executive Director of the Foundation Trust, “Since establishing the Emerging Artist Fellowship in 2019, the Foundation Trust has been honored to partner with FYACS to advance the early-stage professional development of Greater Boston artists. This year, instead of selecting a fourth adult recipient of this fellowship, we are thrilled to extend this opportunity to a diverse cadre of talented high FELLOWSHIP | SEE PAGE 7 Mackey & Brown Attorneys at Law * PERSONAL INJURY * REAL ESTATE * FAMILY LAW * GENERAL PRACTICE * PERSONAL BANKRUPTCY * CIVIL LITIGATION 14 Norwood St., Everett, MA 02149 Phone: (617) 387-4900 Fax: (617) 381-1755 WWW.MACKEYBROWNLAW.COM John Mackey, Esq. * Katherine M. 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CIGAR 170 REVERE ST., REVERE (781) 289-4959 --------HUMIDORS ON SALE! STARTING AT $99. COMPLETE! --------Many different works of art by Malden High School students will be on display at the 22nd Annual Blue & Gold Art Gallery. tion of Main, Centre (Rt. 60) and Exchange Streets. Malden Mayor Gary Christenson and Malden Public Schools Superintendent Dr. Ligia Noriega-Murphy will be on hand to address the student artists and educators who have put together this year’s show. The Mayor will also be congratulating Malden High students who were winners of Gold and Silver Keys from the statewide competition of the Boston Scholastic Art Show. This is the second year back for the free art show, after being postponed in the 2020 and 2021 school years due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Last year, Opening Night drew over 150 art lovers primarily from Malden, as well as surrounding communities, and other visitors from around the region. The 2023 Blue & Gold Gallery will run from Opening Night, Thursday, April 6 until Thursday, May 11. The work consists of drawing, painting, digital art and ceramics. A fixture since 2001, the art exhibition features the creations of many Malden High School art students, with dozens and dozens of artistic works from many different mediums displayed on the walls of the lobby and anteroom of the Combined Propplus art show, featuring a variety of artistic creations by Malden High art students, will kick off with a reception on Thursday, April 6 from 6:00-8:00 p.m. at 350 Main St. at the intersecSome self-portraits are shown at a recent Blue & Gold Art Gallery presentation. erties office building. The exhibition is open to the public six days a week, from 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Monday through Friday and 9:00 a.m. to noon on Saturdays. There is no admission charge and those who visit are free to view the artwork on their own or with a small group. ART | SEE PAGE 9 ׉ 7cassandra://r6kM5_gLbeodOX4e7sd03FLzwBO4hH0RkuDp8I-f-qo2`̰d%'":A+.$׉EbELECTION | FROM PAGE 1 who lived, worked, and raised their families in that very community. This call to action led me to realize we all have something to off er for the betterment of our hometown. Despite being an unknown in the political arena at the time, I was inspired to grab the torch John was passing on and to run with it. My goals and values remain today as they were back then. My fundamental role as a City Councillor is to address quality of life issues within our neighborhood, to nurture a sense of smalltown community no matter how big our population becomes, to serve the taxpayer with a fi duciary responsibility to keep the city fi nancially stable and to set a tone that moves the city forward. For seven terms, I have lived these values. From keeping July 4th and Pine Bank Santa traditions alive, fi ghting to reopen Pleasant St and revitalize our downtown, the building of our new city hall and Forestdale Park Senior Living, establishing the Malden Community Gardens, paving miles of streets, replacing hundreds of water services and lead line and planting hundreds of trees to overseeing 13 balanced budgets, I am proud of the accomplishments and experiences I have had in representing Ward 5 and our city. While I am not seeking re-election I am certainly not leaving. I will continue to be an active member of this great city even as I step into the next chapter of my life. As the next chapter of my life begins, so begins the next chapter of Ward 5. The community that helped me to realize my vision of a neighborhood steeped in hometown pride, the community that has passionately advocated for those values they hold dear, the community that has countless talents to off er for the betterment of Malden, is now faced with picking up the torch and carrying it into the next chapter of our history. To this next generation I would offer some inspiration in the form of realizations I’ve learned along the way: Serving as a Ward Councillor is an experience unlike anything you can imagine. You will feel, pride for the problems you help solve, gratitude for and gratitude from the constituents you assist along the way, personal fulfillment with every promise you keep to a resident, and the satisfaction of knowing you’ve utilized your talents in giving back to this great city. You will make amazing and lasting friendships.You will, quite simply, realize that getting involved is up there with some of the best decisions you have ever made. To my devoted husband, Jeff , our sons, Jeff and Patrick and their families, my School Committee counterpart Adam Weldai, and all our amazing volunteers, ”THANK YOU”. I could not have done this job without your unwavering support and commitment.To the residents of Ward 5 I will be forever grateful to you for placing your trust in me and giving me the opportunity to serve you these past 14 years. And please don’t be afraid to pick up that torch and carry it forward. You won’t regret it. THE MALDEN ADVOCATE–Friday, March 31, 2023 ART | FROM PAGE 8 The many diff erent forms of art include paintings, drawings, sketches, ceramic works and various creative sculptures. It is an eclectic mix, but one connected by Malden High School students’ love and dedication for artistic expresPage 9 sion, according to Julie Mullane, who is coordinating this year’s show along with fellow MHS art teacher Joseph Luongo and the other art educators at the school. The event was started 23 years ago by former MHS art educator Mary Ann Seagerm – who retired at the end the 2021-22 school year – following a request from city offi cials for some MHS students to create some artwork to enhance a city event. “They made some puppets in art classes and it went over so well, we said, ‘Why not start an exhibition of the students’ art?’ and it just took off from there,” Seager said. 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Directed by Arthur Gomez, “The House of Ramón Iglesia” opens on April 14 and runs through April 30 at the Mosesian Center for the Arts at 321 Arsenal St. in Watertown, Mass. Tickets are $55 general admission/$45 seniors and $20 student rush ½ hour prior to performance and are available at https://bit.ly/HouseofRamón. Pay-What-You-Can tickets are available at the door (Box Office fees may apply). It’s 1983, and the Iglesia family is caught between two worlds. Aging and ailing, parents Ramón and Dolores are eager to leave their rickety house in New Jersey and return to their native Puerto Rico – but their three sons, all raised in America, are deeply divided on whether or not to go. Tough, genuine and insightful, “The House of Ramón Iglesia” asks just as much as it answers. What do we owe our parents, and our children? What do we mean when we say “country” or “family” or “home”? As they struggle through gaps of language, age and culture, will the Iglesia family find common ground? Or are their rifts too wide to heal? “The House of Ramón IgleJ& • Reliable Mowing Service • Spring & Fall Cleanups • Mulch & Edging • Sod or Seed Lawns • Shrub Planting & Trimming • Water & Sewer Repairs Joe Pierotti, Jr. S LANDSCAPE & MASONRY CO. Masonry - Asphalt • Brick or Block Steps • Brick or Block Walls • Concrete or Brick Paver Patios & Walkways • Brick Re-Pointing • Asphalt Paving www.JandSlandscape-masonry.com • Senior Discount • Free Estimates • Licensed & Insured 617-389-1490 Designing and Constructing Ideas that are “Grounds for Success” Landscaping sia reminds us all of the importance of telling our stories: to help define who we are, to open up our different worlds to each other, and ultimately to reveal beneath our different experiences our deep and shared humanity,” said Producer Sharman Altshuler. “It is an honor to be bringing this beautiful piece of theater to Boston,” said Altshuler. The cast of “The House of Ramón Iglesia” includes Luis Negron (Ramón), Sara Burd (Actors’ Equity Association, Dolores), Lily Steven (Screen Actors Guild, Caroline), Jaime Jose Hernandez (Javier), Mo Correa (Charlie), Dan Garcia (Julio), Matthew Zahnzinger (Nick), Tader Shipley (Swing – Caroline), and Johnny Gordon (Swing – Sons). The creative and design team includes Altshuler, Arthur Gomez (Director), Samantha Knox (Production Stage Manager), Kailey Bennett (Production Manager), Sean Watkins (Assistant Production Manager), Diego Farrell (Technical Director), Finn Bamber (Lighting Designer), Jessie Marasco (Production Electrician), Jessica Elliott (ProMatthew Zahnzinger Malden actor duction Electrician Mentor), Aubrey Dube (Sound Designer), Cameron McEachern (Set Designer), Abraham Rebollo (Props Designer), Olivia Dumaine (Intimacy Director), Kailey Bennett (COVID Safety Manager) and Katie Smith (COVID Safety Assistant). With each show, Moonbox Productions partners with a local nonprofit to raise awareness for their cause, create connections for them within the community and increase the reach and impact of their work. For the production of “The House of Ramón Iglesia,” Moonbox will be partnering with Teatro Chelsea. Teatro Chelsea is a Latinx artist lead program increasing arts access and equity in our community by producing Spanish language and bilingual theatre. For more information regarding Moonbox Productions upcoming production of “The House of Ramón Iglesia” go to www.moonboxproductions.org. About Moonbox Productions: In 2011, Moonbox was founded by Producer/Artistic Director Sharman Altshuler. Based in Harvard Square in Cambridge, Mass., Moonbox is dedicated to supporting local arts and local artists, and to connecting communities to the nonprofit organizations that serve them. To fulfill their artistic mission, Moonbox taps the deep well of talent within their own communities to bring top quality theatrical experiences to stages throughout the Greater Boston area. To fulfill their social mission, they partner with a local nonprofit organization for each show, giving them visibility on their website and in their promotional materials, as well as giving them access to their audiences in order to raise awareness of their cause, create connections within the community and increase the reach and impact of their work. ׉ 7cassandra://kORQ2F0xnqrF1K0KQd4hEjuKWv-651iKc55-T4YrO9s'`̰d%'":A+.&׉ETHE MALDEN ADVOCATE–Friday, March 31, 2023 Page 11 Malden Fire Chief Bill Sullivan retires Advocate staff report R etiring Fire Chief Bill Sullivan spent a few minutes of his last day on the job with Mayor Gary Christenson, who thanked him for his 36 years of service to Malden. Chief Sullivan, who grew up in Malden, followed the career path of both his father, who served on the Fire Department from 1963-1995, and his grandfather, who served from 1917-1957. Chief Sullivan joined the Fire Department in 1987. He quickly moved up the ranks, being promoted to Lieutenant, Captain and Deputy Chief, and becoming Fire Chief in 2020. Following his retirement, Chief Sullivan will spend some time relaxing with his family. “Bill has done an excellent job and I want to thank him for his dedicated service to our City, not only as Chief of the Department but throughout his entire career,” said Mayor Christenson. Read The Advocate online: www.advocatenews.net 425r Broadway, Saugus Located adjacent to Kohls Plaza Route 1 South in Saugus at the intersection of Walnut St. We are on MBTA Bus Route 429 781-231-1111 We are a Skating Rink with Bowling Alleys, Arcade and two TV’s where the ball games are always on! Mayor Gary Christenson congratulates retiring Fire Chief Bill Sullivan at City Hall. Malden announces composting program M ayor Gary Christenson in partnership City Councillors Carey Macdonald and Amanda Linehan are excited to announce a curbside food waste collection and composting program option for Malden residents. Beginning on Saturday, April 15, residents will be able to sign up for curbside food waste recycling with Black Earth Compost. This is a paid subscription-based service through Black Earth Compost. To incentivize Malden residents to participate, they are offered a free recycling cart and 30 compostable cart liners, a $50 value, free of charge to the first 300 Malden residents to participate. After paying for your subscription, you will be given a voucher to pick up your free cart and bags. For those not familiar with curbside composting, the service being offered is a cart collection process. Malden residents who are already Black Earth Compost customers will also receive a benefit from this initiative. Existing customers will soon see their subscription service discounted as more Malden customers are added with this new initiative. Residents who choose to participate in compost pickups are helping Malden in its efforts toward sustainability. Recycling food scraps and other organic material to the soil to be reused is extremely helpful to the environment. With a subscription residents can compost much more than a backyard leaf pile. Things like meat, bones, napkins, cheese, seafood shells and more can all exit the waste stream and enter the garden. Another great benefit is that customers will receive a voucher for a bag of finished compost, redeemable at participating garden centers, or you can donate your portion to Backyard Growers. “This is yet another step in the right direction for the Green Malden initiative which has been guiding our city government in facing the countless challenges of climate change,” said Mayor Christenson. “Reducing what goes into our waste stream while creating compost is a win-win for our city.” “I’m so thrilled to be able to provide this long-awaited amenity to our city, as countless residents have shared with me their desire to see a lowcost, curbside compost collection service come to Malden,” said Ward 3 Councillor Amanda Linehan. “I know first-hand the role that household composting can play in reducing the amount of rubbish that enters our trash stream, and I look forward to seeing Malden grow more environmentally friendly while reducing food waste and saving taxpayer dollars.” “I’m excited Malden is joining other communities in our region to offer a compost option to our residents,” said Councillor-at-Large Carey McDonald. “It’s a great, local way to help make our homes more green, reduce our landfill waste, and do our part on climate action.” Black Earth Compost was founded in January 2011, in Gloucester, Mass. 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We didn’t know who would be using the proposed new building, but we were very excited at the prospect of new dedicated open space for the cities of Malden and Medford. During the many meetings This past Thursday at Malden High School, Kevin Larson made two donations. The fi rst was $250 to the Class of 2023 for prom expenditures on behalf of his brother, Ed Larson, who passed away nine years ago. He was an MHS Class of 1977 graduate. The second donation was presented by Kevin and his wife, Patricia, for a $200 gift card to David's Bridal for prom attire for a student in need. Pictured at the presentation were, from left to right, Class of 2023 Advisor Michael Lightbody, Kevin Larson (MHS Class of19 81) and MHS Principal Chris Mastrangelo. (Courtesy photo) Malden Public Library hosts networking program for people 50 years and older. since, Tufts Medicine and their partner, Acadia Healthcare, have linked their plans with ideas taken from Friends of Fellsmere Heights’ collaboration with Boston Architectural College’s Gateway Initiative, especially the results of our 2018-2019 survey. We think now is an appropriate time to look at those ideas and how community involvement has shaped them: 1. The former Malden Hospital site will again be a place of healing. This was a key community priority, as shown in the survey. The new hospital, which will specialize in behavioral health, will meet an urgent need in Malden, Medford, and beyond. 2. There will be open space available at the site, including a mix of permanent conservation land (owned by Tufts/Acadia) and space for passive recreational use (purchased by the City of Malden). Open space was another key priority from the survey. 3. Neighborhood concerns about on-street parking are being balanced between the need to secure open space and healthcare parking. Parking was a third priority identifi ed by the survey. This area is still under discussion, though signifi cant changes have been made to the original plan. 4. The design of the building was changed to limit the amount of space it occupies on the ground. The survey showed that the community would accept a taller building if it resulted in more open space. 5. Elements of the old building will be preserved in a public memorial to the former hospital on the new hospital’s ground, in line with the survey and as recommended by the Malden Historical Commission’s consultant. 6. And most recently, based on the results of the Malden Historical Commission’s meeting of March 22, 2023, there will be a major eff ort to document, and to preserve where possible, unique architectural features of the old buildings for potential reuse in the new open space. This is being done based on direction from the Malden Historical Commission and on public community input. Though Friends of Fellsmere Heights has felt the need to push for more at times, it’s clear that Tufts/Acadia have generally been responsive to the community. Therefore, we want to acknowledge and thank them for their commitment to making this a community project – something very diff erent from the typical development process. We also have important shared goals, such as preserving the MBTA’s 99 bus route, where we will continue to work together. The new hospital and open space will be a joint success, and, in the end, we will be a stronger community for it. Sincerely, Prisco Tammaro, President, for The Friends of Fellsmere Heights 50+ Job Seekers Networking Group info Sign up dates ׉ 7cassandra://4o2qLoHdiRZ_4DpsK8akOAuqkAwv7Q4gS69N64kTtyc-w`̰d%'":A+.(׉ETHE MALDEN ADVOCATE–Friday, March 31, 2023 ~ Letter to the Editor ~ Page 13 Northeast Officials are Tone Deaf to Request I ’m writing in response to a recent article published in local papers containing Northeast Metro Tech officials’ rebuttal to opponents claims regarding the school building project. 1. Claim (by Northeast officials): “In January 2022, voters in the 12 communities served by Northeast Metro Tech voted overwhelmingly, with 82.6% in favor, to authorize construction…” Reality: The following words did not appear on any ballot, nor were they a part of any public presentation about what it would entail to build the new vocational school up on the forested hilltop site (site C3). These words should have been on our ballots: “Mass tree-clearing and blasting operation.” 2. Claim: “The construction site in Wakefield was deemed…to be the only feasible site for the new building…” Reality: All three drafted designs (options C1, C2, and C3) were designed to accommodate 1600 students in a 383,000 square foot building space. The two options not chosen – C1 and C2 – are on land that will NOT require clear cutting of 13.5 acres of virgin forest. C2 is a completely feasible option using existing open space where there are currently football and baseball fields. It would entail the lowest new construction costs, shortest building construction schedule, and least environmental impact. The current hilltop site chosen, site C3, was chosen NOT for the lowest new construction costs, shortest building construction schedule, or least environmental impact. Rather, it was chosen to not disrupt the current athletic fields during construction, and to allow for a future hockey rink. (Note there are already two hockey rinks within a 10-minute drive, including the Kasabuski Memorial Rink, recently renovated and managed by the Department of Conservation & Recreation.) The hilltop Relocate Project to Save the Forest AND Build the Voke site will require more than $40 MILLION just for site prep. “The location of the new school allows construction to occur with the least amount of disruption to the existing school of any option. The district gains additional athletic fields with this option and maintains the potential of reserving the current football field/track for future development as a hockey rink.” Source: Preferred Schematic Report - 3.3.1 Final Evaluation of Alternatives – Dec 21, 2020. The Massachusetts School Building Authority (MSBA) noted in their February 11, 2021 meeting minutes (p. 7) that site C2 (baseball/football field location) was acceptable but had been removed from consideration by the Project team and not by the MSBA. 3. Claim: “…a small group of residents opposed to the project has taken to typical ‘not in my backyard’ tactics…” Reality: “Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed citizens can change the world; indeed, it’s the only thing that ever has.” –Margaret Mead This “small” group is actually not so small; nearly 6000 people signed the change.org petition to save OUR back yard – the NEMT forest. 4. Claim: “…this group has posted egregious falsehoods and misrepresentations about the project and has resorted to a little known tactic called Reverse Greenwashing.” Reality: All information is backed by credible sources, including meeting notes and information from the Northeast Metro Tech Building Committee’s own website https://northeastbuildingproject.com/ 5. Claim: “Northeast Metro Tech is a responsible steward of our environment” Reality: It is very clear that environmental impact was never considered when choosing the site. Although we have minimal and dwindling natural resources left, avoiding clear-cutting a mature, virgin forest was NEVER prioritized by the committee. The special election took place in January 2022 to vote for the new school, but as of April 14, 2022 the New School Building Committee had not even walked the hilltop site. The “Questions and Answers” section on NortheastBuildingProject.com contained the following response to the question “How/why was the new school construction option chosen?”: “Options were evaluated by the SBC for their ability to satisfy the following key criteria: • Ability to accommodate educational delivery plan • Cost versus MBSA reimbursement and long-term value • Disruption to existing school’s operations • Flexibility of design to allow for change in the future / expansion potential • Final site layout: site access, vehicular circulation, safety & REQUEST | SEE PAGE 18 ׉ 7cassandra://3RMUzkEdNB-BGNlq3AlFyWNc4k1gBOV-625nHYXtzXM'a`̰d%'":A+.)d%'":A+.( PבCט(u׉׉ 7cassandra://vqe-Gso_2TSqJl_trovPRZQoNJIETaOoQL0HZB-l8mIL`)׉ 7cassandra://PCrvj8TGSGApmGjJCKheJSp30NVP7oCtLgCgG2c5hkc͔`J׉ 7cassandra://kKpHk48ReJmRlHgIQ6dGfhfsufv1IBaZH8iy5LlZjwE. `̰׉ 7cassandra://ajDryWBrYZXYwcbYJFujVWo8NR50PQPPhSF_M3nxbwA `͠d%,":A+.fט((u׉׉ 7cassandra://hNvqEKfocv5nUFN994vjOylAEBaJMDJuOpgWu46sDfY |`)׉ 7cassandra://VxDjoISRZ3fLURjxY10MZGxkbHMjm_ZsnRTos_hIr6k͘?`J׉ 7cassandra://XsiVoXzhNHlAe8NADm72whj_IPjouhkk6qOVxDgV7iM%`̰׉ 7cassandra://mfvgI8O-13hLQbG0hYgZ1pkAeFO6217jn0IlymFTt-YH͠d%,":A+.gנd%,":A+.n 4̘9ׁHhttp://comptroller.org/cthruׁ ׁ Јנd%,":A+.m B 9ׁHhttp://www.maׁ ׁ Јנd%,":A+.l 4n9ׁHhttp://fbcmalden.orgׁ ׁ Јנd%,":A+.k R| 9ׁHhttp://MBCMalden.netׁ ׁ Јנd%,":A+.jf39ׁHhttps://lp.coׁ ׁ Ј׉E Page 14 THE MALDEN ADVOCATE–Friday, March 31, 2023 MEMORIAL | FROM PAGE 1 from Malden First Church of the Nazarene opened the ceremony with a prayer; Pastor Whetstone later closed the event with the well-known Serenity Prayer. The Pastor leads the Malden Warming Center and is a member of the City of Malden Opioid Task Force. Guests heard from Mayor Gary Christenson and State Senator Jason Lewis, two political giants in the recovery work happening in Malden and beyond. Each spoke of the great work being done by MOA. They recalled the lives lost and offered words of hope and encouragement to those left behind. Police Chief Glen Cronin spoke to the crowd about the partnerships and collaborations in Malden with police, fire, the Mayor’s Office and MOA working together to reduce stigma and help lead people to recovery resources. MOA Board President/City of Malden Addiction Recovery Resource Specialist Paul Hammersley offered words of comfort and solace to the silent audience. The power of the evening came in the form of storytelling as guests heard from parent Tracey Hunter, mother of Tremani Hunter – lost to substance use disorder two years ago. She delivered a gut-wrenching and powerful message of despair and then hope. Donnell Bailey spoke of his 14 months in recovery, while Kenny Gumes highlighted his more than 10 years in recovery. Each credited the resources available to them in their journey and the connections needed to be successful. MOA members and Recovery Coaches read the names of the victims; in the background photos of those lost slowly scrolled through a giant screen. As each name was read, Fire Chief Bill Sullivan rang the Fire Department Bell – one note for each soul. The evening ended with Andrea Tracey singing “Amazing Grace.” MOA member/Recovery Coach Suzie Jesalonis said about the night, “The powerful stories from all the speakers still sends chills up my spine. It was really a spiritual experience that left us all in the audience speechless; very memorable. The singer ending the night singing ‘Amazing Grace’ was AMAZING and I still hear her in my mind singing. Amazing night for all to remember.” Malden Overcoming Addiction would like to thank everyone who contributed to the event. We remain committed to erasing the stigma associated with substance use disorder and to bringing resources to those in need of help and support. Around 150 folks came up in support of the Vigil. It was a very emotional evening. Pictured from left to right: Kady Smith, Bella Hammersley, Lisa Hammersley and MOA Board President/City of Malden Addiction Recovery Resource Specialist Paul Hammersley. Fire Chief Bill Sullivan, Police Chief Glenn Cronin and Pastor Gerry Whetstone are shown listening in support of a person’s recovery story. Every bag represented someone who has lost thei r bat t le wi th substance use disorder. Andrea Tracey sang “Amazing Grace” to end the night. Mayor Gary Christenson brought greetings from the City of Malden. Kenny Gumes shared his very powerful 10-year recovery journey. MOA Vice President Dana Brown addressed the crowd before the event began. Tracey Hunter shared her emotional story about losing her son, Tremani, two years ago. State Senator Jason Lewis addressed the crowd. Folks supported one of the speakers after hearing their story. Everyone gathered on the Malden High School steps before they marched around the school and into the courtyard. ׉ 7cassandra://kKpHk48ReJmRlHgIQ6dGfhfsufv1IBaZH8iy5LlZjwE. `̰d%'":A+.*׉E2THE MALDEN ADVOCATE–Friday, March 31, 2023 Page 15 Joint Easter Celebrations at First Baptist Church of Malden & Maplewood Baptist Church F irst Baptist Church of Malden and Maplewood Baptist Church invite the Malden community to join us for a special joint, family-friendly Easter Worship Service on Sunday, April 9 at 11:00 a.m. at the First Baptist Church of Malden (corner of Salem and Main Streets). “Our plan for this service is to keep our focus on celebrating our Savior’s decisive win over death and the grave. Members of both congregations, though, I’m sure will be remembering that it was just one year ago, Easter 2022, that our two faith communities worshiped together for the first time!” said Pastor Gary McClenthen. “My biblical text for this service, out of the Apostle Paul’s Beacon Hill Roll Call By Bob Katzen GET A FREE SUBSCRIPTION TO MASSTERLIST – Join more than 25,000 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 selected by MASSterlist’s new editor, Erin Tiernan, with help from Matt Murphy. Both are pros, with a wealth of experience, who introduce each article in their own clever way. MASSterlist will be e-mailed to you FREE every Monday through Friday morning and will give you a leg up on what’s happening in the blood sport of Bay State politics. For more information and to get your free subscription, go to: https://lp.constantcontactpages. com/su/aPTLucK THE HOUSE AND SENATE: Beacon Hill Roll Call records localrepresentatives’ and senators’ votes on roll calls from the week of March 20-24. $388.6MILLION FISCAL 2023 SUPPLEMENTAL BUDGET (H 3548) House 153-0, Senate 39-0, approved and sent to Gov. Maura Healey a $388.6 million fiscal 2023 supplemental budget. The House and Senate approved different versions a few weeks ago, but last week they agreed on this new version. Provisions include $65 million for free school meals; $130 million to keep expanded nutrition assistance in place for a few more months; $2 million for the reimbursement of SNAP benefits for victims of benefit theft; $250,000 for a free abortion-related legal hotline; $45 million for emergency shelter assistance; $40 million to support affordable housing for letter to a church in Thessalonica, will remind worshipers that the Resurrection narrative didn’t end with our Lord’s empty tomb. Christ, referred to in the Bible as ‘the first fruits of them that sleep,’ rose as a ‘preview’ of what is in store for all who know Him. Message title: ‘Prepare for Takeoff!’” Plan on joining us before the service for a free family-friendly Continental Breakfast beginning at 9:30 a.m. Come and enjoy a light breakfast of assorted muffins, pastries, fruit, coffee, tea and juice. There will be some Easter crafts and activities for kids to enjoy that remind them of the true meaning of Easter. Our Holy Week celebrations begin on Palm Sunday, April 2 immigrants and refugees; and $2 million for the Boston branch of the NAACP for costs of some programs to be included in its 114th National NAACP Conference in 2023 in Boston. Other provisions keep some pandemic-era programs, set to expire, in place including allowing restaurants to sell beer, wine and cocktails for take-out; expanding outdoor dining; and extending the authority, set to expire in a few weeks, for public bodies, agencies and commissions to hold their meetings remotely. “This supplemental budget ensures that our commonwealth continues to support the most vulnerable among us while also building on the lessons we learned during the COVID-19 pandemic,” said Senate President Karen Spilka (D-Ashland). “I’m proud to say that the Legislature has proven once again that it has the courage to chart a course that leaves no place or person in the commonwealth behind.” “I’m proud that, among several critical investments, this supplemental budget provides support for many of the most vulnerable residents and communities in Massachusetts through funding for free school lunches, financial assistance to homeless shelters facing an increase in their migrant population and extended enhanced SNAP benefits,” said House Speaker Ron Mariano (D-Quincy). “In partnership with the House, the Legislature has taken the necessary steps to keep the economy of the commonwealth on a firm footing as we continue to emerge from the pandemic,” said Sen. Mike Rodrigues (D-Westport), Chair of the Senate Committee on Ways and Means. “The passage of this supplemental budget today utilizes robust tax revenues to its fullest effect, making substantial investments in economic development, housing, education and the social service safety net.” “This relatively modest supplemental budget addresses some of the most pressing needs the commonwealth is facing,” said House Committee on Ways and Means Chair Rep. Aaron Michlewitz (D-Boston). “Whether it is enwith our Palm Sunday Worship Service beginning at 11:00 a.m. Delving into Luke’s account of Jesus’ triumphal ride into Jerusalem, Pastor McClenthen will be sharing on the theme “Lessons from the Donkey.” At 3:00 p.m., First Baptist Malden will host the 35th Annual Ecumenical Palm Sunday Concert, “Olivet to Calvary” by John Henry Maunder. Under the direction of Rosalind Mohnsen, Director of Music and Organist at Immaculate Conception Church of Malden/Medford, members of choirs from different denominations throughout Malden will share in song Christ’s journey to the cross. All are welcome to attend this community concert. Please ensuring that our school children have access to free meals, essential early childcare education grants or directing critical resources to deal with the influx of migrants coming into the commonwealth, these funds will have an immediate and positive effect for the residents of the state.” (A “Yes” vote is for the $388.6 million supplemental budget.) Rep. Paul Donato Yes Rep. Steven Ultrino Sen. Jason Lewis Yes $350 MILLION FOR ROADS AND BRIDGES (H 3547) House 153-0, approved and sent to the Senate a bill that includes authorizing $200 million in one-time funding for the maintenance and repair of local roads and bridges in cities and towns across the state. The $350 million package, a bond bill under which the funding would be borrowed by the state through the sale of bonds, also includes $150 million to pay for bus lane improvements, improvement of public transit, electric vehicles and other state transportation projects. Supporters said the funding will help cities and towns make their streets and bridges safer for all drivers and will improve the state’s public transportation system. They noted that this funding, known as Chapter 90, is relied on every year by local communities but noted that this is not the only source of local aid for cities and towns. Rep. Bill Strauss (D-Mattapoisett), the House chair of the Transportation Committee and the sponsor of the bill, did not respond to repeated requests from Beacon Hill Roll Call for a comment on passage of the measure. Déjà vu? Strauss did not respond last year to the same request on the 2022 funding for roads and bridges. Many local officials across the state continue to advocate for additional money to increase the funding and argue that the cost of repairing roads has increased by up to 40 percent but the state has kept this funding flat at $200 million for the past 11 years. Geoff Beckwith, the executive director of the Massachusetts MuYes ter through the church doors on the parking lot side (493 Main St.) behind the church. On Thursday, April 6 at 7:00 p.m., we will be celebrating the “Last Supper” during our Holy Thursday Service. “On the Thursday of that first Holy Week, Jesus washed his disciples’ feet. We will move through selected Biblical texts during this service and see that the Scriptures have much to say about feet: the disciples’, those of the Savior – and even a few things about ours today,” explained Pastor McClenthen. On Friday, April 7at 7:00 p.m., we will join with other Malden churches at the Freedom Hill Community Church (77 Kennenicipal Association, is one of the biggest advocates for more Chapter 90 funding above the $200 million. “With the construction season starting in a matter of days, local officials are asking lawmakers to enact the Chapter 90 bill as soon as possible so that these funds can go to work improving local roadways,” said Beckwith. He also urged additional funding beyond the $200 million. “With these funds secured as a base, cities and towns hope to work with the state on a long-range plan to offset the corrosive impacts of inflation, which is making it impossible to bring all 30,000 miles of local roads into a state of good repair," he said. (A “Yes” vote is for the $350 million package.) Rep. Paul Donato Yes Rep. Steven Ultrino Yes ALSO UP ON BEACON HILL DIZOGLIO AND THE AUDIT OF THE LEGISLATURE – State Auditor Diana DiZoglio announced a few weeks ago that she has launched an audit of the Massachusetts Legislature—something she promised in her campaign last year. “As I committed, my office has begun an audit of the state Legislature,” said DiZoglio. “We hope this will increase transparency, accountability and equity in an area of state government that has been completely ignored. Historically, the Legislature has been a closeddoor operation, where committee votes have been hidden from the general public and legislation has been voted on in the dark of night.” Last week House Speaker Ron Mariano (D-Quincy) finally responded to DiZoglio’s announcement. "That your office has the legal authority to conduct an audit of the General Court is a claim entirely without legal support or precedent, as it runs contrary to multiple, explicit provisions of the Massachusetts Constitution, and is wholly unnecessary as the public currently has full and ready access to the House's financial information,” said Mariano in a letter to DiZoglio. “All of the House's accounts are available on the Commonwealth's dy Dr.) for a combined evening of reflection and readings with a theme of “Stains,” remembering the sacrifice of what Jesus gave for us. Together we’ll share a powerful time of praise and Christian community as we lay down denominational names and distinctions and remember that in Him we are one. The Lord’s Supper will be served. For more information about the ongoing joint services and ministries of First Baptist Malden and Maplewood Baptist Church, Pastor Gary McClenthen can be reached directly at 781-3222636 or visit MBCMalden.net. For more information about First Baptist Church of Malden, visit fbcmalden.org. Financial Records Transparency Platform (“CTHRU”) webpage, which can be viewed at www.macomptroller.org/cthru,” continued the letter. “There are no expenditures of the House that are not posted on CTHRU and available for public inspection. Additionally, the House adopts rules for each legislative session, including a rule that requires all House accounts to be independently audited on an annual basis in accordance with auditing standards generally accepted in the United States of America and the standards applicable to financial audits contained in Government Auditing Standards, issued by the Comptroller General of the United States and that the audit report be filed with the House Clerk for public inspection.” Following receipt of the letter, DiZoglio released a statement: “I find it disappointing that the speaker is fighting an audit of what is happening in the people’s house, where the people’s business is conducted, using the people’s money," said DiZoglio. "We are not asking for permission and will continue conducting our audit as planned to help increase transparency, accountability and equity for everyday families,” said DiZoglio. Stay tuned. CHILDCARE TAX CREDIT (S 1814) – A measure before the Revenue Committee would allow up to a $3,000 annual tax credit for families that spend money on childcare services. The childcare servicer must be a provider licensed by the state in order to qualify for the tax credit and the child receiving childcare services must be a dependent of the taxpayer. Sponsor Sen. Ryan Fattman (R-Sutton) did not respond to repeated requests by Beacon Hill Roll Call to comment on his proposal. ALLOW NON-CITIZENS TO MANAGE THE SALE OF ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES (S 206) – A bill before the Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure Committee would allow non-citizens who are legally in the United States to be appointed manBHRC | SEE PAGE 19 ׉ 7cassandra://XsiVoXzhNHlAe8NADm72whj_IPjouhkk6qOVxDgV7iM%`̰d%'":A+.+d%'":A+.* PבCט(u׉׉ 7cassandra://COyON_ygW2hoILGBYTNg_rPBxE9eoms942xt7S2AuJc3`)׉ 7cassandra://U7k-C0w5Da1gkOXjwBAAPn4puLLXQh7bJm4MDJJZ0pẅ́`J׉ 7cassandra://fYLauqFnzMnYHRxTpsQKv-WMv3tlM5Tvo067wMRiWw0,`̰׉ 7cassandra://kVNRnC9XeLgBC9XI5_Zs7mPhyWQ12APLDQndF07XKFI ͠d%,":A+.iט((u׉׉ 7cassandra://KuskKxJZqMyypJ8XFuMRItbwFFNEhxzsbvdCwvUavuE`)׉ 7cassandra://_uf2_M_xtRTlJDvdf3xc_1yVYTQFxL_PiLobpgoqsYY͜`J׉ 7cassandra://18pL11FmymzFgDCvb9Skzy6fxWRfNfRnTfTfXkRdhQ4+U`̰׉ 7cassandra://3MnKMpNEg2qdw8gSsPrA40BhOWnLGNhLjxP49h9bAsc' ͠d%-":A+.o׉E4Page 16 THE MALDEN ADVOCATE–Friday, March 31, 2023 Malden Neighborhood Basketball League celebrates successful 2023 season T he Emerald claim all the hardware ~ now with the 2023 season officially over! We Crown our New Champions, “The Celtics,” after a long 11-year hiatus. A tough year to say the least. We started with 8 teams, knocked down to 5. Lots of Forfeits, no shows, players missing at practices … etc.! So, we are looking forward to our 20232024 campaign, because it has to be better than this year by a long shot. #ReturnToExcellence #CommishKen We’d like to thank ALL the Coaches, Players, Refs, Parents & any other Person(s) who got involved this season and did their part to help the program. As always Commissioner Ken Mazonson for getting the job done & making sure we had another season in the books. Hard work goes a long way #GoodKarma Congratulations to the other winners this season as well: Hot Shot Champion (Celtics) Timmy Melton; Back-to-Back 3-point Champion (Celtics) Oscar Ruan, who won it last year in a Hawks uniform; our Free Throw Champ (Bullets) C. Mijar @ 78.0%; followed by (Kings) B. McMahon @ 75.0%; our Scoring Champ (Kings) B. McMahon @ 21.7%; followed by (Bullets) L. Guertin @ 21.0%; Season 3-point leader (Celtics) T. Melton with 32 total; followed by (Bullets) L. Guertin with 25 total. And as always, any current/ The Champs – Celtics former players, coaches, parents, friends. If you’d like to help/volunteer in any way, we’d love to have you. Stay in touch over the summer. See you ALL in December 2023. Thanks Again, MNBL Booster/Statman/Former Coach Glenn Higgins The 2023 Hot Shot Champion, “T. Melton” The 2023 3-Point Champion, “O. Ruan” Ceremonial Jump Ball with Mayor Gary Christenson and Chief of Police Glenn Cronin MNBL Commish Ken Mazonson addresses the crowd. ׉ 7cassandra://fYLauqFnzMnYHRxTpsQKv-WMv3tlM5Tvo067wMRiWw0,`̰d%'":A+.,׉EMTHE MALDEN ADVOCATE–Friday, March 31, 2023 Page 17 Everett High Football Head Coach Rob DiLoreto resigns Leaving post after two years, three seasons, 20-3 record and two Greater Boston League crowns By Steve Freker A fter three seasons and a pair of league championships, Everett High School Varsity Football Head Coach Rob DiLoreto announced his decision to resign his post on Wednesday morning. DiLoreto said in a statement released Wednesday, “A series of circumstances over the past few months have led me to conclude that I cannot continue as the head football coach at Everett right now.” The 1986 Everett High School graduate, who starred in football and baseball for the Crimson Tide in the mid-1980s, did not specify the circumstances referred to in the statement. In the past three seasons after he came back to his alma mater as Head Coach, DiLoreto led the Crimson Tide to a 20-3 record, instint postponed to the spring of 2021. DiLoreto served as an assisOn Wednesday, Rob DiLoreto resigned as Everett High School Football Head Coach, just over two years after being hired to lead his alma mater. cluding two consecutive Greater Boston League Championships in 2021 and 2022. DiLoreto also coached in the pandemic-shortened 2020 season, a four-game tant coach at Everett High in 2017 under former Tide icon coach John DiBiaso, during DiBiaso’s last season at the helm before he departed for Catholic Memorial. DiLoreto then served as offensive coordinator under former Tide Head Coach Theluxon Pierre in 2018. In 2019, DiLoreto coached at Arlington High School, for the second of two stints, where he also serves as Dean of Students. DiLoreto has served as a head coach before, from 1994-1999 at the former Pope John XXIII High School, in Everett, winning a Super Bowl in 1998. That guaranteed a string of Super Bowl trophies in Everett as the Tide won the crown in 1997 and 1999. He left Pope John and took the football head coach position in the district where he worked, as head man for the Arlington Spy Ponders for five seasons, from 2000-2004. DiLoreto took a year off from coaching in 2005, but he returned to the sidelines at Austin Prep in Reading (2006) and Malden Catholic (2007). DiLoreto’s longest and most successful coaching stint was at Reading High School, from 2008-2016, where he coached his sons., Robert Jr. and Corey. Corey was a star quarterback and All-Scholastic baseball player at Reading High and is now considered a professional prospect in his junior year at Northeastern University in Boston. As the offensive coordinator at Reading, he helped guide the Rockets to undefeated Division 2 championship seasons in 2009 and 2012 and Super Bowl appearances in 2010, 2015 and 2016. “The words that come to my mind are honored, humbled, family, tradition and Everett pride,” DiLoreto said when he was hired in January 2021 in an online report. “To get an opportunity to serve as the head football coach in the city where I grew up and love so much is a dream come true.” After just over two years on the job – two full and one abbreviated season – DiLoreto is now walking away. “I was truly honored and forever grateful to be able to live out my childhood dream of coaching for the high school that I attended in the city I grew up in and love so much,” DiLoreto said in his statement on Wednesday. “The Everett football family will always be in my heart.” East Coast Jr. Patriots Face-Off in Playoffs The ECJP are ready to dominate this weekend! By Meghann Breton L ast weekend, the East Coast Junior Patriots (ECJP) competed in the playoffs. Both the AA Bantam Team and the A PeeWee Team won and will be competing this weekend in the Semi-Finals and the Championships. The AA Bantam ECJP Team is a double AA youth hockey team that placed third last year in the State Championships. The team is made up of 13-, 14- and 15-year-old kids from Saugus and the surrounding towns. The A PeeWee ECJP Team is a single A youth hockey team made up of 9-, 10-, 11and 12-year-old kids from Saugus and the surrounding towns. The ECJP AA Bantam Team played their first playoff game last Saturday, March 25 at 7 p.m. at Cronin Rink in Revere, Mass., against the Dorchester Chiefs. The team won with a final score of 5-2, advancing them to the Semi-Finals this coming weekend. The first goal was scored by J.J. Perryman in the first period. The second goal was scored by Zachary Guelpa, also in the first period. The third goal was scored by Demetri Breton in the second period. The fourth goal was scored by Adam Mouhib, also in the second period. The fifth goal was scored by Zach Woods in the second period as well. The ECJP A PeeWee Team Joseph Visconti of the East Coast Junior Patriots A PeeWee hockey team in recent action (Courtesy Photo to The Saugus Advocate by Meghann Breton) earned themselves a bye week this season for placing second, meaning their first playoff game was the Semi-Finals. They played this game last Sunday, March 26 at 9:20 a.m. at the Connery Skating Rink in Lynn, Mass., against the Rochester Sachems. The team won with a final score of 4-1, advancing them to the Championships this coming weekend. The first and second goals were scored by Paul Capurso during the first period. The third and fourth goals were scored by Justin Hurley in the second and third periods. Both ECJP Teams are ready to play this coming weekend and The East Coast Junior Patriots AA Bantam hockey team, pictured from left to right: Demetri Breton, Isabella Krokos, J.J. Perryman, Lana Hardin, Anthony Ford, Ray Blauvelt, James Caruso, Evan Souders, Adam Mouhib, Louis Migliore, Johnathan Patterson, Zach Woods and Chris Argueta. (Courtesy Photo to The Saugus Advocate by Meghann Breton) take it all. The ECJP AA Bantam Team will play in the Semi-Finals this Saturday, April 1 at 6:30 p.m. at Kasabuski Rink in Saugus, Mass., against Methuen. If they win, they will play their Championship game on Sunday, April 2 at 5:30 p.m., also at Kasabuski Rink. The ECJP A PeeWee Team will play their Championship game this Saturday, April 1 at 1:45 p.m. at Haverhill Valley Forum in Haverhill, Mass., against Cape Ann. The East Coast Junior Patriots AA Bantam hockey team is a part of the Valley Hockey League and consists of the following kids, all coached by Justin Souders of Malden and Jamie Branzell of Revere: Demetri Breto, 13, Saugus; Evan Souders,13, Malden; Adam Mouhib, 14, Winthrop; Charles Govostes, 14, Everett; Johnathan Patterson, 14, Saugus; Louis Migliore, 13, Saugus; James Caruso, 13, Saugus; Ray Blauvelt, 13, Everett; J.J. Perryman, 14, Everett; Anthony Ford, 13, Malden; Raphael Rufino, 14, Revere; Isabella Krokos, 13, Everett; Zachary Guelpa, 14, Revere; Stephen Rizzo, 14, East Boston; Shane Moran, 15, Saugus; Zach Woods, 14, Everett; Lana Hardin, 13, Everett; Chris Argueta, 14, Revere. The East Coast Junior Patriots A PeeWee hockey team is a part of the Valley Hockey League and consists of the following kids, all coached by Justin Hurley of Malden, Jamie Branzell of Revere and Gerry Visconti of Revere: Zachari Breton, 9, Saugus; Justin Hurley, 12, Malden; Nathan Harrington, 10, Malden; Jacob Navarrete, 12, Revere; Dominic Rystrom, 12, Malden; Joseph Visconti, 12, Revere; Bobby Moulton, 10, Natick; David Crespim, 11, East Boston; Paul Capurso, 12, Peabody; Cameron Hanifan, 12, Saugus; Michael Beuoy, 12, Winthrop; Evan Manuel, 11, Saugus; Kevin Moura, 12, Revere; Luiz Sena, 10, Malden; Izzie Burke, 12, Everett; ׉ 7cassandra://18pL11FmymzFgDCvb9Skzy6fxWRfNfRnTfTfXkRdhQ4+U`̰d%'":A+.-d%'":A+., PבCט(u׉׉ 7cassandra://TY9pe7UsKpo-iyJiKk9SgR_RS6su5OmsaSEbFZJAJu8 `)׉ 7cassandra://O0745K-_zftbMC0MNagN5dHTIeJcdosbEAs0DFpJSp4͖`J׉ 7cassandra://OwUi14F8O73W5PX2jtm4HlXm039FgvJ44g8cJptk560%`̰׉ 7cassandra://x7PWlYzYFTlahtJYPVZvYJ3nnf_cMMm_ZCQ_SSK-b1E<͠d%-":A+.qט((u׉׉ 7cassandra://aeCnm-Jjlg46sUdr3M2Q_cIJmVRXDKBIK70g_NcuOj0 m`)׉ 7cassandra://XKJzjzFBASNmwJFYcyu04gQJ_s_Fy5iohhdcRQSXAf0͓`J׉ 7cassandra://TbK7girEmtVNQPfH3I1taGw8V1YZCmsG5goDtqVenRY&$`̰׉ 7cassandra://L66dFCBMTgP_Wtc1541xNg6yoUW8XQ73S-vWkJJ0n7Y mp2͠d%.":A+.rנd%.":A+.f9ׁHhttp://SavvySenior.orgׁ ׁ Јנd%.":A+.~X"̑ 9ׁHhttp://devitofuneralhome.comׁ ׁ Јנd%.":A+.}̈9ׁHhttp://BreadofLifeMalden.orgׁ ׁ Јנd%.":A+.|LV9ׁHhttp://Club24inc.orgׁ ׁ Ј׉E(HPage 18 THE MALDEN ADVOCATE–Friday, March 31, 2023 REQUEST | FROM PAGE 13 security • Operating costs/maintenance The selected option was found to be most advantageous in all key criteria established above.” One key item NOT listed above is something along the lines of: • Minimal environmental impact Choosing the option that sacrifices 13.5 acres of Core forest habitat and over 2,000 trees, wetlands and vernal pools and all the benefits of all that natural beauty – simply to not disrupt the current athletic fields during construction, and to allow for a future hockey rink – is NOT a way to be a responsible steward of the environment. Planting new trees cannot make up for the loss of an untouched old-growth forest. It would take approximately 100 years for replanted trees to mature into an old-growth forest again. Meanwhile a native habitat rich in biodiversity, dependent on the unique environmental conditions of a virgin forest will be lost, and the corMUSINGS | FROM PAGE 3 lege for his master’s in education in 1979. He was drafted by the Celts, but injuries curtailed his hoop career. He was a 2014 inductee into the Golden Tornado Club Sports Hall of Fame. He passed away in March of 2023 as the best basketball player who ever laced up Chuck’s in Malden – the undisputed G.O.A.T. In between all this, he was a remarkable man. Arthur Boyle Jr. knows Malden sports, especially basketball. Arthur’s dad Arthur Sr. coached Willie at Malden High School. I spoke with Arthur. I will speak with him again soon: “My family and I were saddened to hear of the passing of a legend and the measuring stick for all MHS basketball players. Past and present. His FELLOWSHIP | FROM PAGE 7 school students from Melrose, Malden, and surrounding communities.'' Current high school sophomores and juniors are encouraged to apply. Applications are due by April 14, 2023. FYACS and the Foundaresponding benefits for humans will be lost as well, including improved mental health and stress relief; air purification, water purification, and flood control; and fighting the greenhouse effect. 6. Claim: “The location…is final for all intents and purposes,” “Any delay in this project will deprive generations of students…,” “It means starting over…” Reality: There is absolutely no need to start over. It’s not unheard of to make late phase design changes. The majority of the work has already been done. The committee would simply need to revise the location to one already considered previously, such as C2. The Massachusetts School Building Authority (MSBA) already noted (in their February 11, 2021 meeting minutes, p. 7) that site C2 (baseball/football field location) was acceptable. Other schools have made site changes once they realized the current site was not the best option. See this example for the new Pickering Middle School in Lynn: https:// www.itemlive.com/2023/03/15/ eng ineers-sug - 1600 plus points in only 3 varsity years with no 3-point line will forever be the standard. His 42-point game was, for several years, the record for MHS basketball. It was later broken by then Jr. guard Billy Hanifan who tallied 47 pts in a 76-74 OT win at Quincy (43 in regulation / no 3 pointers here either). For a year or two the record for points in a quarter was held by Bobby Hyde and Billy Hanifan with 17 each. Bill eclipsed that with eighteen points against Chelsea or Revere. “About 5 years ago while cleaning out a storage area of my mother’s, I found Willie’s MHS blue and gold basketball jersey number 25, and I mailed it to him with a note of how much my father enjoyed coaching him. I also mentioned that granted, he was a high school tion Trust selection committee will make acceptance decisions by May 1st, 2023. The first meeting will take place the week of May 22, 2023, and the program will conclude in mid-May 2024. Apply today at fyamelrose.org/emerging-artist-fellowship/ gest-site-change-for-new-pickering-school/?fbclid=IwAR2PR vPR ik v5s - RA13NEuElC-wIewQw2aN_XZTYROmpENloetuKNOrMec-KQ 7. Claim: “The alternative sites [e.g., C2] …may have even more expensive and challenging environmental requirements” Reality: It is hard to understand how the alternative sites, which are not located on a hard to reach hilltop and do not require clear cutting of 13.5 acres of virgin forest, would be more expensive and environmentally challenging. The hilltop site will require more than $40 MILLION just for site prep. “Save NEMT Forest” change. org petition states, “The Building Committee has two other viable sites available to them right there on vocational school land. We are advocating for site C2 which is located where the existing football field area is now. C2 has little to no blasting, a shorter construction schedule, is less expensive and can be built in only one phase without disruption to the students or the people who live nearby the project.” 8. Claim: “…trying to derail the biggest educational project in superstar for sure, but my dad was most pleased with Willie as a gentleman and a good sportsman. “I also recall my dad allowing the players to choose their team captains and it virtually always went to a deserving senior but went to Willie (as a junior) along with, I believe, Al Barriss (another great MHS hoop name along with brothers Dave and Richie). “Malden has a great history that I’m glad to see being continued by guys like Kenny Mazonson, your brother Joe, Gipper Nally to name a few that I’m familiar with. As I said, if you’re looking for deep dive into Willie’s career, I suggest contacting Peter Carroll. He would be a great resource as he remembers Mac Singleton, Buddy Arthur, John Keats and so many others of that era. I remember the HanThe fellowship is part of Create Your Opportunity, a YouthReach grant program of the Mass Cultural Council that provides mentorship, employment, and community engagement for HS youth. Find out about other CYO initiatives at fyamelrose.org/cyo/ REAL ESTATE TRANSACTIONS BUYER1 KOCHUBEY, HECTOR F SRINIVASAN, RAHUL BUYER2 KOCHUBEY, ANA G KAUR, JASLEEN SELLER1 SELLER2 KINCH, MATTHEW L our region because they don’t want it in their neighborhood” Reality: The “small” group of concerned citizens has ALWAYS been in favor of building the Voke. They have made it very clear the only thing they want to derail is the LOCATION of the project. The very title of the Facebook group is “SAVE the Forest and BUILD the Voke.” The change.org petition states, “We support both Vocational training as well as the new vocational school. It is only the building design and location to which we object. We do not want to ‘stop’ this project; we merely want the new school to be built on a different site that is less expensive and more accessible to everyone, no matter their physical abilities.” On a personal level, my father went to a vocational school and used his education to start a thriving business in Malden Square that he successfully ran until he was well into his 80s. I am very proud of what he achieved, and 100% back a new vocational school for NEMT’s diverse population, to allow them the opportunities they deserve. I simply do not want to sacriifan years a bit clearer because to borrow a quote from Canadian broadcaster Gordon Sinclair ‘I was there, I saw it.’ “Back to Willie. He was on the radar screen of Red Auerbach the Celtics coach at the time, but in those days, there was no ‘one and done’ and Willie ended up, I believe, at Colorado and eventually went on to teach in the Malden Public Schools. God bless Willie Barron.” Postscript 1: Speaking of Buddy Arthur, thank you to Louise Arthur (Buddy’s lovely wife) for bringing Arthur Pierce to my attention. Postscript 2: Breaking news... Saint Rocco Feast (don’t call it a “Festival”!) VIP and MVP recipient many years running – City of Malden Animal Control Officer Kevin Alkins – reports that this year’s extravaganza might fice the NEMT forest to achieve that goal. Northeast officials continue to be tone deaf to requests to simply relocate the project to a different site. I urge readers to visit nemtforest.org and their Facebook page SAVE the Forest and BUILD the Voke, two valuable sources of information used in this letter, to learn the REAL facts about this project. Then call or write your elected and appointed leaders and urge them to support site C2, a completely feasible option using existing open space where there are currently football and baseball fields, that would entail the lowest new construction costs, shortest building construction schedule, and least environmental impact. Tell them publicly funded projects using state agency funds should take environmental impacts into account. This request is urgent, because Northeast officials will soon begin clear cutting the forest as one of the first steps in the process. Sincerely, Sherri Carlson Wakefield Resident be the “best of the best.” He says the entertainment is, once again, spectacular! And the homemade Italian food will be outstanding, as usual. He says to me, “If the good Lord’s willing, and the creek don’t rise” the dates will be August 11 through the 13th. Big Kev gave me an insider’s look at the entertainment schedule: Beatlejuice make their triumphant return on Friday night; fan favorites Wildfire will return for a Saturday night performance with Steve Savio’s “Sea Breeze”; and Billy Joel Tribute Band “Heart Attack Ack Ack Ack Ack Ack” return on Sunday. Thanks for the update, Big Dog! Peter is a longtime Malden resident and a regular contributor to The Malden Advocate. He can be reached at PeteL39@ aol.com for comments, compliments or criticisms. For Advertising with Results, call The Advocate Newspapers at 617-387-2200 or Info@ advocatenews.net Copyrighted material previously published in Banker & Tradesman/The Commercial Record, a weekly trade newspaper. It is reprinted with permission from the publisher, The Warren Group. For a searchable database of real estate transactions and property information visit: www.thewarrengroup.com. ADDRESS PILLMAN DOROTHY M EST FRAGGETTA, DIANNE A 85-87 DAVIS ST 68 LOWELL STREET RT 68 LOWELL ST CITY MALDEN MALDEN DATE 03.06.23 03.07.23 PRICE 615000 862000 ׉ 7cassandra://OwUi14F8O73W5PX2jtm4HlXm039FgvJ44g8cJptk560%`̰d%'":A+..׉E*THE MALDEN ADVOCATE–Friday, March 31, 2023 Page 19 OBITUARY Karen (Lundstrom) Riemer Of Mal den, passed away unexpectedly but peacefully on March 24, 2023, at home at the age of 66. She was a devoted wife, mother, sister and friend; a giving and exuberant personality who leaves a gigantic hole in the lives of all who knew and loved her. Born in Schenectady, N.Y., on October 2, 1956, to Hal and Ginny Lundstrom, Karen moved to Arlington in third grade and then never strayed far geographically, settling in Malden with her beloved husband Kevin nearly 30 years ago to raise their son David. Karen graduated from Arlington High School in 1974, then went on to UMass Amherst, where she received a BFA. In addition to studying interior design, she served as President of her sorority, Alpha Chi Omega, and made lifelong friends whom she still vacationed with. Karen never lost touch with anyone; once you met Karen you became a friend and she nurtured these friendships across miles and spanning generations. Karen relished being at all family events and socializing with relatives and friends. Her loving, personable nature never went unnoticed. BHRC | FROM PAGE 15 ager on a license for the sale of alcoholic beverages. Under current law, these managers must be U.S. citizens and are also required to be on the premises at least 40 hours per week. “This legislation was fi led after a few restaurants … reached out and brought this issue to my attention,” said sponsor Sen. Patrick O’Connor (R-Weymouth). “Considering a signifi cant portion of food industry employees are legal immigrants, it makes sense to allow them to be able to compete for these types of positions. Managerial positions are crucial to the success of any business, and this change would put Massachusetts in line with many other states and allow restaurants to expand their pool of qualifi ed applicants.” FIX-A-LEAK WEEK AND WATER DAY – Last week the Healey administration commemorated World Water Day and National FixA-Leak Week. Fix-A-Leak Week is led by the United Nations and is aimed at raising awareness about the importance of fi nding and repairing water leaks in homes and businesses. World Water Day’s theme is designed to accelerate change to solve the world’s water She laughed very hard and often. Karen took special joy in her role as Master of Ceremonies for the annual 4th of July Pool Olympics in the backyard of the longtime family home on Gray Street in Arlington. Engaging her creative side, Karen documented all these events in picture and video, generating both joy and laughter whether her subjects were “picture-ready” or not. Offi cially an aunt to only four, in reality “Aunt Karen” had countless nieces and nephews as her extended family was HUGE. She was a renowned cookie maker and loved sharing her Christmas platters and specially decorated Thanksgiving Turkey and Easter Bunny cookies with family and all of the neighborhood. Her cookies were only surpassed in family lore and tradition by her specialty Christmas twice-baked potatoes and her famous summer ice cream pies. Karen’s career was in commercial Interior Design – even founding her own company, KL Interiors. But her real passion was taking care of others, starting with her son David, and including her mother, her nephews, neighbors, friends and numerous seniors in the community. Karen gave generously of her time and was the consummate Volunteer serving her Church, the PTA, the Bread of Life Food Kitchen, and many local political campaigns. Additionally, Karen had a longtime involvement in the AA/Recovery community, where she and sanitation crisis. “Access to safe drinking water is a fundamental right,” said Energy and Environmental Aff airs Secretary Rebecca Tepper. “We all have a role to play in protecting our water supply as the climate crisis worsens droughts and fl oods and alters our ecosystem. We encourage all residents and businesses to protect against unnecessary water waste.” “While water safety and accessibility are global issues, individual actions are required to address them,” said Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection Commissioner Bonnie Heiple. “Small changes in the ways in which we use and manage water in our daily lives cumulate into signifi cant improvements to protect and conserve our precious water resources.” MASSACHUSETTS CAUCUS OF WOMEN LEGISLATORS’ (MCWL) TOP FIVE – The MCWL announced its top fi ve legislative priorities for the 2023-2024 legislative session. SALARIES OF HUMAN SERVICE WORKERS (H 191 and S 84) – Would eliminate disparities between the rate of pay for human services workers employed directly by the state and those employed by private agencies and compatook special joy in her position as the Greeter and was well known for giving The BEST HUGS! Karen loved camping and progressed from years in a tent to the relative luxury of an RV, which she and Kevin loved to take to Salisbury Beach for prime weeks in the spring, summer and fall. A lifelong Boston sports fan, Karen and Kevin shared a passion for both the Red Sox and NE Patriots and loved watching or listening on the radio even while camping. Karen leaves a big broken-hearted family, especially her husband Kevin of Malden and her son David of Dorchester. Karen also leaves her sister Joan Jantz and husband Andrew of Arlington, sister Gail Schlesinger (late husband Bob) of South Boston, brother Peter Lundstrom and wife Terry of Weymouth, niece Jess Schlesinger and nephews Rob Schlesinger and John and Tom Jantz. Not to be forgotten, Karen also doted on her “granddog” Roger and her “kitty kids,” Billy and Buddy. Relatives and friends are invited to visit in the DeVito Funeral Home at 1145 Mass. Ave., Arlington, on Saturday from 1:00–3:00 p.m. with a funeral home service to commence at 3:00 p.m. In lieu of fl owers, please consider a donation in memory of Karen to: Club24inc.org, BreadofLifeMalden.org or a charity of your choice. Please visit devitofuneralhome.com to view an online guestbook. nies with state contracts. SALARY TRANSPARENCY (H 1849 and S 1191) – Would require employers to disclose the salary range when advertising a job position. INCREASE ACCESS TO MENSTRUAL PRODUCTS (H 534 and S 1381) – Would increase access to disposable menstrual products in prisons, homeless shelters and public schools. POSTPARTUM DEPRESSION SCREENING (H 2163 and S 1375) – Would require MassHealth to provide coverage for postpartum depression screenings by pediatricians for 12 months. ALLOW USE OF CAMPAIGN FUNDS FOR CHILD CARE FOR CANDIDATES FOR PUBLIC OFFICE(H 669 and S 422) – Would allow a candidate for public offi ce to use campaign funds for childcare while the candidate is campaigning on his or her own behalf or attending events directly related to his or her campaign. QUOTABLE QUOTES “Housing is a big issue. We know that people can't thrive, they can't raise their families, it's just so much BHRC | SEE PAGE 20 aavvyvy S avy avvy S oiorenniioor nior by Jim Miller Simple Home Safety Solutions for Aging-in-Place Dear Savvy Senior, Falls and fi res are the two things I worry most about for my elderly father who lives alone. Do you have any suggestions on what we can do to help keep him safe, and keep an eye on him from afar? Concerned Daughter Dear Concerned, Of course! There are a number of small adjustments and modifi cations you can make to your dad’s home to help protect him from falls and fi res, both of which cause thousands of injuries and deaths each year. Here are some tips to get you started. Eliminate tripping hazards: Since falls are the leading cause of home injury among seniors, a good place to start is to pack away your dad’s throw rugs which are common tripping hazards or use carpet tacks or double-sided tape to secure them. You may also need to adjust your dad’s furniture so there are clear pathways to walk through and position any electrical or phone cords along walls and out of the way. For hardwood steps, consider attaching a nonslip tread to each one to provide traction and help him see the edge. And for added protection in the bathroom buy some nonskid rugs for the fl oors and use adhesive nonslip treads or a mat with rubber suction inside his tub or shower stall. Improve his lighting: Good lighting is essential for safe aging-in-place, so check the wattage ratings on your dad’s lamps and light fi xtures, and install the brightest bulbs allowed, and add supplementary lighting if necessary. You should also purchase some dusk to dawn nightlights for the bathroom and in the hallways that light up when the sun goes down. And mount some motion sensor lights outside the front and back doors and in the driveway that automatically come on when he comes and goes after dark. Get grab bars: These can signifi cantly reduce his risk of bathroom falls. Install them where he enters the shower or tub and on a wall inside the stall, but don’t use grab bars that attach with suction. Instead, have wall-mounted bars put in by someone who can affi x them to the wall studs. It’s also best to choose bars whose surfaces are slightly textured and easier to grip. Ensure railings are stable: Wherever he has steps – stairways, entryways or basements – he needs sturdy railings. Ideally, they should be on both sides of the steps. Prevent cooking fi res: There are several aff ordable products you can purchase to help your dad prevent home cooking fi res like BurnerAlert discs that attach to a stove’s knob and will continuously blink or beep after the stove has been in use for a preset amount of time, and Ome smart knobs that can control a stove’s heating settings from an app. Or you can invest in a more expensive iGuardStove sensor that shuts the stove off when it doesn’t detect motion for fi ve minutes. Install smoke alarms: Install a smart smoke alarm in your dad’s house (buy one for each fl oor) that will alert him when smoke or carbon monoxide is detected. These smart devices will also send alerts to your phone to let you know when a problem is detected. Google Nest and First Alert both smart smoke and carbon monoxide detectors. Add fi re extinguishers: Get portable multipurpose fi re extinguishers for each level of your dad’s house and in the garage. Consider a medical alert: To ensure your dad’s safety and provide you some peace of mind, consider getting him a medical alert device that comes with a wearable SOS button that would allow him to call for help if he were to fall or need assistance. For more tips, get a copy of AARP’s “HomeFit Guide” (see AARP. org/HomeFit), which has more than 100 aging-in-place suggestions that can help make your dad’s home safer and easier to live in. 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. ׉ 7cassandra://TbK7girEmtVNQPfH3I1taGw8V1YZCmsG5goDtqVenRY&$`̰d%'":A+./d%'":A+.. 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Robert D Rotondi of Malden, MA has been informally appointed as the Personal Representative of the estate to serve without surety on the bond. The estate is being administered under informal procedure by the Personal Representative under the Massachusetts Uniform Probate Code without supervision by the Court. Inventory and accounts are not required to be filed with the Court, but interested parties are entitled to notice regarding the administration from the Personal Representative and can petition the Court in any matter relating to the estate, including distribution of assets and expenses of administration. Interested parties are entitled to petition the Court to institute formal proceedings and to obtain orders terminating or restricting the powers of Personal Representatives appointed under informal procedure. A copy of the Petition and Will, if any, can be obtained from the Petitioner. March 31, 2023 - LEGAL NOTICE - City of Malden, Massachusetts INSPECTIONAL SERVICES 215 PLEASANT STREET, ROOM 330 MALDEN, MASSACHUSETTS 02148 (781) 397-7000 ext. 2044 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, April 12, 2023 on the petition of James Motzkin, Trustee of the Saratoga Trust and the Malden Realty Trust (Permit Application #CMID 051372-2022) seeking a special permit under Title 12, Chapter 28, Section 010(D) (1) of the Code of the City of Malden, to reconstruct, extend and structurally change a preexisting nonconforming property and use in the Residence A zoning district, namely, to demolish the existing dwelling and construct a new building for continued use as a four-family dwelling, at a proposed development site to be comprised of two existing parcels to be combined, the property known as and numbered, 76 Granville Avenue, Malden, MA and by City Assessor’s Parcel ID# 104 712 208 and the property known as Granville Place (no number), Malden, MA and by City Assessor’s Parcel ID #104 712 206. Petition and plans are available for public review in the Inspectional Services Department, City Hall, 215 Pleasant Street, Room 330, Malden, MA and on the City website under Permit Application # CMID 051372-2022 at https://maldenmaenergovweb.tylerhost.net/apps/SelfService#/ home By: Diane Chuha Clerk March 24, 31, 2023 ~ HELP WANTED ~ FULL TIME DRIVER WANTED MONDAY – FRIDAY; 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM SCRUBBING BOARD 104 HANCOCK ST EVERETT * 617-387-4838 Humane Removal Service COMMONWEALTH WILDLIFE CONTROL ANIMAL & BIRD REMOVAL INCLUDING RATS & MICE CALL 617-285-0023 THE MALDEN ADVOCATE–Friday, March 31, 2023 BHRC | FROM PAGE 19 COMMONWEALTH OF MASSACHUSETTS THE TRIAL COURT PROBATE AND FAMILY COURT harder for children and families or individuals if they can't aff ord - LEGAL NOTICE - City of Malden, Massachusetts MALDEN BOARD OF APPEAL PUBLIC HEARING The Malden Board of Appeal will hold a public hearing on Wednesday, April 19, 2023 at 6:30 pm at Malden City Hall, 215 Pleasant St, Room #106 Herbert L. Jackson Council Chambers, Malden, MA on Petition 23-002 by Bike to the Sea, Inc. seeking a variance under Code of the City of Malden as amended – Title 12 Section 12.16.010 Table of Intensity Regulations – Specifically Front and Rear Setbacks as per Plans CMID-054795-2023 at the property known as and numbered 0 Canal Street, Malden, MA and also known by City Assessor’s Parcel ID #063-239-916 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 Nathaniel Cramer Chair March 31, April 7, 2023 OFFICE OF THE CONTROLLER - LEGAL NOTICE - REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS CITY OF MALDEN The City of Malden invites sealed price, and non-priced proposals, in accordance with M.G.L. c.30B, §6, from Vendors for: ANNUAL INDEPENDENT FINANCIAL AUDIT SERVICES Proposals will be received until TUESDAY APRIL 25, 2023, BY 10:00 A.M. at the Office of the Controller, 215 Pleasant Street 2nd Floor, Malden MA 02148. Proposals will not be accepted nor may submitted proposals be corrected, modified, or withdrawn after the deadline for proposals. Contract Documents will be available by email request at purchasing@cityofmalden.org after: Monday, April 3, 2023 at 10:00 AM. Following the deadline for proposals, all proposals received within the time specified will be reviewed by a Committee, and an award will be made to the most advantageous proposer for services. All proposals are subject to the provisions of M.G.L. Chapter 30B §6. All City of Malden proposals are available by request. Addenda’s will be sent to the contact information provided. It is the sole responsibility of the vendor requesting these proposals to ensure they have received any, and all addenda prior to the proposal opening. The City will reject any, and all proposals in accordance with the above referenced General Laws. In addition, the City reserves the right to waive minor informalities in any or all proposals or to reject any or all proposals (in whole or in part) if it be in the public interest to do so. CITY OF MALDEN Office of the Controller March 31, 2023 to live in an area where they're working.” ---Senate President Karen Spilka (D-Ashland) “A lack of inventory, higher interest rates, and economic uncertainties continue to be the biggest barriers to entry for prospective homebuyers. Speaking of the economy, the most recent bank failures may shake consumer confidence in the coming months, which could yield even further declines in transactions not associated with a lack of inventory.” --- Cassidy Norton, Media Relations Director of The Warren Group on the real estate market in the Bay State. “Embodied carbon is the greenhouse gas emission associated with the manufacturing, transportation, installation, maintenance and disposal of building and infrastructure materials. In spite of the staggering impact embodied carbon has on the climate crisis, local health and equity, embodied carbon is still rarely included in our local and statewide eff orts to reduce emissions from buildings.” --- Logan Malik, Interim Executive Director of the Massachusetts Climate Action Network on why Massachusetts must reduce embodied carbon emissions from buildings. 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 briefl ength of sessions are misguided and lead to irresponsible late-night sessions and a mad rush to act on dozens of bills in the days immediately preceding the end of an annual session. During the week of March 2024, the House met for a total of 7 hours and 17 minutes while the Senate met for a total of 4 hours and 18 minutes. Mon. March 20 House11:03 a.m. to11:15 a.m. Senate 11:32 a.m. to11:49 a.m. Tues.March 21 House11:01 a.m. to11:10 a.m. No Senate session Wed. March 22 House11:03 a.m. to 2:22 p.m. Senate 11:23 a.m. to 1:44 p.m. Thurs. March 23 ouse11:02 a.m. to2:39 p.m. Senate1:08 p.m. to2:48 p.m. Fri. March 24 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. ׉ 7cassandra://wJK6JAXkPIQ13rb_g6ytPBbvXN6fBH0_hVyYM96lZd4'`̰d%'":A+.0׉EZTHE MALDEN ADVOCATE–Friday, March 31, 2023 Page 21 RON’S OIL Call For PRICE MELROSE, MA 02176 NEW CUSTOMER’S WELCOME ACCEPTING VISA, MASTERCARD & DISCOVER (781) 397-1930 OR (781) 662-8884 100 GALLON MINIMUM AAA Service • Lockouts Trespass Towing • Roadside Service Junk Car Removal 617-387-6877 26 Garvey St., Everett MDPU 28003 ICCMC 251976 Frank Berardino MA License 31811 We follow Social Distancing Guidelines! ● 24-Hour Service ● Emergency Repairs BERARDINO Plumbing & Heating J.F & Son Contracting Snow Plowing No Job too small! Free Estimates! 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March 31 is Eiff el Tower Day; what obelisk was the world’s tallest structure before the Eiff el Tower? 2. Where in the USA would you fi nd the world’s largest shell collection? 3. Due to the Internet, what character was offi cially added to the Morse Code alphabet in 2004? 4. On April 1, 2001, what country became the fi rst to grant the right to marriage to same-sex couples? 5. Bradley, Voorhies & Day is more commonly known as what? 6. What are dollar bills made from? 7. What U.S. president (who was a general) was cited for driving his horse-drawn coach too fast? 8. On April 2, 1978, what soap opera with the name of a city debuted? 9. On which Beatles song did they not play instruments? 10. “The Untouchables” were prohibition agents who worked against what Chicago gangster? 11. April 3 is American Circus Day; early circuses featured what animal performances? 12. What two states have sports teams called “Rangers”? 13. The left fi eld foul pole at Fenway Park is named after what Hall of Fame catcher? 14. On April 4, 2006, the Massachusetts Legislature passed a bill to require all citizens to have what? 15. In what country did the fi ber craft of “God’s Eyes” originate? 16. In 1928 what composer returned from Paris to NYC with taxi horns to use in the premiere of his musical/romance? 17. April 5 is National Walking Day, which is sponsored by AHA, which stands for what? 18. What country that is part of NATO does not have an air force, army or navy? 19. Sacramento has a newspaper named after what insect? 20. On April 6, 2012, the Transition Roadable Aircraft – a fl ying car developed by Terrafugia, Inc. (headquartered in Woburn, Mass.) – debuted at an auto show; what does it use for power? ANSWERS Sandy Juliano Broker/President Listed by Sandy Single family, 81 Florence St., Everett $649,900 UNDER AGREEMENT! New Listing by Norma UNDER AGREEMENT! Everett 2 family, $729,900. Call Norma for details! 617-590-9143 REVERE Rental - 2 bedroom - $2,000 /mo with utilities Call Sandy for details at: 617-448-0854 Open Daily From 10:00 A.M. - 5:00 P.M. 433 Broadway, Suite B, Everett, MA 02149 www.jrs-properties.com Denise Matarazzo 617-953-3023 617-294-1041 Norma Capuano Parziale 617-590-9143 215 PLEASANT STREET, ROOM 330 MALDEN, MASSACHUSETTS 02148 (781) 397-7000 ext. 2044 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, April 12, 2023 on the petition of Ronie Teixeira of Ronie Construction Inc. (Permit Application # RES-054907-2023) seeking a special permit under Title 12, Chapter 28, Section 010(D)(1) of the Code of the City of Malden, to alter, structurally change, extend and change use of a preexisting nonconforming property in the Residence A zoning district, namely, to construct a dormer and addition to the third floor, reconstruct and extend the two -story porch/deck, renovate and convert the existing building from medical laboratory use to a two-family dwelling, at the property known as and numbered, 410 Ferry Street, Malden and by City Assessor’s Parcel ID# 084 403 301. Petition and plans are available for public review in the Inspectional Services Department, City Hall, 215 Pleasant Street, Room 330, Malden, MA and on the City website under Permit Application # RES054907-2023 at https://maldenmaenergovweb.tylerhost. net/apps/SelfService#/home By: Diane Chuha Clerk March 24, 31, 2023 Advocate Call now! 617-387-2200 advertise on the web at www.advocatenews.net COMMERCIAL & RESIDENTIAL PROPERTY SALES & RENTALS HAPPY SPRING! Follow Us On: Rosemarie Ciampi 617-957-9222 Joe DiNuzzo 617-680-7610 Classifieds 1. The Washington Monument 2. The Smithsonian Institution 3. @ 4. The Netherlands 5. BVD (a brand of men’s underwear) 6. A special currency paper made of 75% cotton and 25% linen 7. Ulysses S. Grant 8. “Dallas” 9. “Eleanor Rigby” (a classical string ensemble) 10. Al Capone 11. Horse (equestrians) 12. New York (NHL) and Texas (MLB) 13. Carlton Fisk 14. Health insurance 15. Mexico 16. George Gershwin (“An American in Paris”) 17. 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Offered at $399,000 Listing agent Lea Doherty 617-594-9164 ListwithLea@yahoo.com Mango Realty is excited to introduce buyers to new luxury townhouses located in a beautiful North Shore Community just minutes away from major highways. Boasting 2100 square feet or more, each unit features six large rooms, 3.5 bathrooms, granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, generous walk-in closets, 3 zone gas heat with central air, 200 amp service with recessed lighting throughout, deck and third floor balcony, one car garage and plenty of parking. Two units will have elevators. Get in early to help pick your colors and personalize your townhouse and be ready for occupancy by the end of May. Prices starting at $799,900. Schedule an appointment now by calling Peter 781-820-5690 Rental-Saugus Clean, convenient, and private best describes this "must see" 1 bedroom apartment in an owner-occupied home. 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