׉?4ׁB!בCט((u׉׉ 7cassandra://DBKstywF16w7ui9fQLaTR-1QXSLONZgl1n-RJ4NFvqg`)׉ 7cassandra://3_r5I1CHpLhvODA85VuEU6yO2UdjR-Q4z3MInZxaVL8͝}`J׉ 7cassandra://70CSvTbEo-fBqKe3UnNS5Ngy8iUu7_nogToYMumoIvI/`̰׉ 7cassandra://mlwN9E2SzvKl-eNLhhKdWKnlnd8HpQgRrwPQsAXpyNg0o4͠^2W9n9G5ט(u׈({lנ^2W9n9G9̿ 9ׁHhttp://www.advocatenews.netׁ ׁ Јנ^2W9n9G8j 9ׁHhttp://HENRYSAUTOSCHOOL.COMׁ ׁ Ј׈E^2W9n9G׉E bState Representative Donato Democrat Leadership with Results! Maldden alld a Vol. 29, No. 19 den AADD -FREEBy Steve Freker O ne could consider the house system at Malden High Schools, in eff ect for decades now, as the MHS community’s own personal “Mount Rushmore” when it comes to the names of the four divisions. If the Malden School Committee eventually grants a request made at its last meeting of the school year Monday, a fi fth luminary may be added to the list. Longtime MHS Pathways and PACE program manager Ron Janowicz, who retired at the end of this school year on Friday, has PATHWAYS | SEE PAGE 8 EDUCATION Our 81st Year Next Classes DRIVER P ~NOW OFFERING~ 30 HOUR ONLINE CLASS INSTRUCTION STARTING JULY 6 REGISTER ONLINE HENRYSAUTOSCHOOL.COM or call 617-387-9121 AUTO SCHOOL E EVERETT A “Successful Key To Driving” Since 1938 Gift Certificates Available www.advocatenews.net OCAT AT 617-387-2200 Published Every Friday School Committee considers renaming MHS Pathways Program in honor of retiring longtime director MHS principal requests change to “Ron Janowicz House” T he City Council approved Mayor Gary Christenson’s $184.3 million budget proposal this week with a little last-minute drama. During a fi nal Finance Committee meeting on the budget, Ward 2 Councillor Paul Condon said councillors should pass the budget as is and wait for the state to release fi gures on local aid before making any big changes or cuts. “We have to fi nd out what the state is going to (Pol. Adv.) City celebrates Juneteenth 2020 see page 14 CTE E Friday, June 26, 2020 City Council rejects proposed cuts and approves the 2021 city budget By Barbara Taormina do with us come September,” he said. Ward 5 Councillor Barbara Murphy agreed and said although some positions are going unfi lled, the proposed budget seems to retain a decent level of services. “It’s a great place to start,” said Murphy. “We should move forward with this budget knowing we will come back when we know what the local aid number is.” But Councillor-at-Large BUDGET | SEE PAGE 7 The Malden School Committee is now considering a request to establish and name a division of students at Malden High School, the Pathways Program, “The Ron Janowicz” after its founder and director (pictured above), Ron Janowicz. “Mr. J.” retired at the end of this school year after 38 years of service in the Malden Public Schools and 42 years in education overall. (Steve Freker Photo) School advocates face budget realities By Barbara Taormina ublic school advocates formed a car caravan and rolled through the city last week to demand full funding for the district, more teachers and staff and safe buildings. Teachers and staff continued to share concerns about school funding on Monday night during the School Committee’s hearing on the budget. Coalitions have been formed, letters have been written to state COMMITTEE | SEE PAGE 10 $1.55 GALLON We accept: MasterCard * Visa * & Discover Price Subject to Change without notice 100 Gal. Min. 24 Hr. Service 781-286-2602 * Mulching * Spring Clean-ups * Trimming & Maintenance NOW BOOKING NEW CUSTOMERS! Call 781-321-2074 ׉ 7cassandra://70CSvTbEo-fBqKe3UnNS5Ngy8iUu7_nogToYMumoIvI/`̰^2W9n9G^2W9n9G PבCט(u׉׉ 7cassandra://RR-UKbt1RwoeNQ-GKAEhVrhM2fwhdZa-eEX4c8pMz94g`)׉ 7cassandra://SMT7KMaBerco1Vr3zXXBoTIdciDaojngnISWkCOiRyQ͠`J׉ 7cassandra://gOb9wzAcuAN5hspswpca1qo52AGOQpgJ7BRnTL1Lgvs2`̰׉ 7cassandra://Fn1BTk2luro7w_YsGQhaWxUG6KeYzu_8BfL1qj5ylrIPq͠^2W9n9G:ט((u׉׉ 7cassandra://q0HJQIjFlxKh2QaEZG9qsnJXagNoj29N09FUn9WTkwI`)׉ 7cassandra://QSx6pmMMEUiz9BmUQ1GHEpotQTKDtmkPSGA2CsGIjnU͞`J׉ 7cassandra://pHI3w5qbaz5FW3xn3r8M-XhHt8jeJ-3EnCsBHQ33KuA0b`̰׉ 7cassandra://V2Wzx2D9fn6do-Nb7Cb1F-T8q-eTLTL_zh787huIQMwDZ@͠^2W9n9G;נ^2W9n9G@u4j9ׁHhttp://www.sabatino-ins.comׁ ׁ Јנ^2W9n9G?Q́9ׁHmailto:Rocco@sabatino-ins.comׁ ׁ Јנ^2W9n9G>f 9ׁHhttp://www.angelosoil.comׁ ׁ Јנ^2W9n9GB$9ׁHhttp://EddiesAutotech.comׁ ׁ Јנ^2W9n9GAIi̶9ׁHhttp://www.gkdental.comׁ ׁ Ј׉EPage 2 THE MALDEN ADVOCATE–Friday, June 26, 2020 ANGELO’S FULL SERVICE "42 Years of Excellence!" 1978-2020 Regular Unleaded $1.939 Mid Unleaded $2.539 Super $2.599 Diesel Fuel $2.459 KERO $4.159 Diesel $2.219 HEATING OI 24-Hour Burner Service Call for Current Price! (125—gallon minimum) DEF Available by Pump! Open an account and order online at: www.angelosoil.com (781) 231-3500 (781) 231-3003 367 LINCOLN AVE • SAUGUS • OPEN 7 DAYS T Gerry D’Ambrosio Attorney-at-Law Is Your Estate in Order? Do you have an update Will, Health Care Proxy or Power of Attorney? If Not, Please Call for a Free Consultation. 14 Proctor Avenue, Revere (781) 284-5657 SABATINO INSURANCE AGENCY Call for a Quote 617-387-7466 Or email Rocco@sabatino-ins.com We cover: * Auto * Home * Boat * Renter * Condo * Life * Multi-Policy Discounts * Commercial 10% Discounts * Registry Service Also Available QUARANTINES NOT LOOKING SO BAD! http://www.sabatino-ins.com SABATINO 564 Broadway Everett, MA 02149 617-387-7466 Hours of Operation are: Mondays - Fridays 9am to 5pm Saturdays by appointment only he Malden American Legion announces the reopening of their post on June 29. It will be a great pleasure to welcome back our members. We also invite all veterans and active duty personnel to join us. We also remind you that we will require a temperature check, sanitizers and face masks. Our bar will be arranged to enable guests to be six feet apart. These rules will enable us to be safe, remain healthy, and enjoy the visit. Recently, the post, the mayor, City Councilor Peg Crowe, and Kevin Jarvis held the annual Flag Day ceremony at Bell Rock Park. Dimitry from the Teen Center honored us by singing the National Anthem and God Bless America. We also want to thank the Fire Department and the Department of Public Works for their assistance. This week marks the 70th anniversary of the Korean War. We salute all those in the military that fought in that war, and especially we can never forget those soldiers and sailors that remain missing from that war. Malden American Legion Post to reopen on June 29 Malden fire personnel (above) watch as American Legion members host a flag burning event (below) recently. Prices subject to change We're all in this together! Stay Safe! FLEET ׉ 7cassandra://gOb9wzAcuAN5hspswpca1qo52AGOQpgJ7BRnTL1Lgvs2`̰^2W9n9G׉ETHE MALDEN ADVOCATE–Friday, June 26, 2020 Page 3 District plans audit of special education By Barbara Taormina T he School Committee unanimously supported Ward 7 committee member Michelle Luong’s call for an audit of services for all special education students in 2019 through 2020. “My concern has been, although we have tried to deliver services the best we could under the current circumstances, we have some special education students who have not received services,” said Luong adding there have been some inconsistencies across the district. Luong said she had spoken with families with special needs students who have requested services but have not been contacted by the district. “I would like this audit to prevent us from having children falling deeply through the cracks,” said Luong. “I think we need to start this summer and do a complete audit of special education services per student and see what services they did receive and what services they did not.” Fellow school committee member Adam Weldai said Luong had been communicating with families with special education students throughout the district. “She’s been helping folks in all wards, not just Ward 7,” said Weldai. “I’m thankful that she took his on.” vicesand to look at where we can do better for students who are being educated,” added Spadafora. Luong praised the district’s special education teachers who she said go above and beyond for their students. She said the problem seems to be communication with the administration. She added she was particularly worried about parents and guardians who did not know how to go about accessing services for their children. Luong said she was hopMichelle Luong School Committee Member Ward 3 committee member Jen Spadafora said the audit would give school leaders a chance to look at everything within the district’s special education program, including costly outof-district placements. “I think we need to look at what we are providing,” said Spadafora. “The last thing we want is for families who are upset with the services, or lack thereof, and want to push for out-of-district placements that are going to cost a lot of money.” But Spadafora said even more important than the money is having students educated in the city where they live with their peers. “I think it’s important that we look at this audit to make sure we are providing sering for a report on special education services at the committee’s fi rst meeting in the fall. She said the report would need to be detailed and include input from families. “We need to poll parents and see exactly what services their child received,” she said adding that she wanted to prevent a 30 percent response from families. Luong said a full audit will give the committee a clear picture of special education services. “From there, we can say what the plan is to fi x it, because we are clearly going to see some defi cits,” she said adding that she hopes the problem is limited to a handful of cases. Superintendent John Oteri said an audit could be done over the summer and that he would update Luong on results. 505 Broadway Everett, MA 02149 Tel: 617-387-1120 www.gkdental.com • Family Dentistry • Crowns • Bridges • Veneers/Lumineers • Dental Implants • All on 4 Dental Implants • Emergency Dentist • Kid Friendly Dentist • Root Canals • Dentures • Invisalign Braces • Snap On Smile • Teeth Whitening We are the smile care experts for your entire family AUTOTECH 1989 SINCE Is your vehicle ready for the Summer Season?!! Recharge your vehicle's AC for the warm weather! Includes up to 1 LB. of Refrigerant* (*Most Vehicles/Some Restrictions May Apply) AC SPECIAL Only $69.95 DRIVE IT - PUSH IT - TOW IT! CASH FOR YOUR CAR, TRUCK OR SUV! 2012 FORD FUSION SEL 2015 NISSAN ALTIMA 6 Cylinder, Auto., 1 Previous Owner, Most Pwr., Options incl. Keyless Entry, & Pwr. Sunroof. Only 110K Miles! ALL TRADES WELCOME! $5,995 Easy Financing Available! Only 104K Miles, One Owner, Most Power Options, in Excellent Condition. QUALITY & PRICE $7,250 781-321-8841 1236 EasternAve • Malden EddiesAutotech.com We Pay Cash For Your Vehicle! In House Dental Plan for $399 (Cleanings, X-Rays, Exams twice a year and 20% OFF Dental work) Schedule your FREE Consultations today ׉ 7cassandra://pHI3w5qbaz5FW3xn3r8M-XhHt8jeJ-3EnCsBHQ33KuA0b`̰^2W9n9G^2W9n9G PבCט(u׉׉ 7cassandra://lbdAdtsInCxwwX9HaCEkLucxoyrTn6o5GjFbeBiRK20S`)׉ 7cassandra://RYxkbCK8TcuY9crvrx337qN8Zf0bq5T2AcJLOV7bvNA͟f`J׉ 7cassandra://05X_Bj6JAlM4yDQJipHReNwFFJNh-wJHGKLMHWPvA5Q/`̰׉ 7cassandra://oP3jWc7bYM0z1iz4FYuC1qAH9f-upN-vJmEIeFkcB0U/NJ͠^2W9n9GCט((u׉׉ 7cassandra://UML6OCOlSu4JDr-nCfxG08Jn1i90sX3NUOM7iEwgWa87[`)׉ 7cassandra://loq7S02Bw1na9T-SsJF-n2yaAD4B6gXBL8BkzSdPHDQ͗`J׉ 7cassandra://cG_Xw7OfcRYPuQRNiptviJ5mPIrXWd_46q0HFnmSYnw.`̰׉ 7cassandra://PUmfWIzwljUgYmD3Vg9y-iZC-sSsI5GoaeKutmLOe8IXJov͠^2W9n9GDנ^2W9n9GI k9ׁHhttp://ofmalden.orgׁ ׁ Јנ^2W9n9GHq{9ׁHhttp://facebook.com/ׁ ׁ Јנ^2W9n9GGy̡9ׁHhttp://melrosewakefield.orgׁ ׁ Јנ^2W9n9GF̹9ׁH mailto:Lsimeonejr@simeonelaw.netׁ ׁ Јנ^2W9n9GJ?$9ׁH"http://www.eight10barandgrille.comׁ ׁ Ј׉EPage 4 THE MALDEN ADVOCATE–Friday, June 26, 2020 Lawrence A. Simeone Jr. Attorney-at-Law ~ Since 1989 ~ * Corporate Litigation * Criminal/Civil * MCAD * Zoning/Land Court * Wetlands Litigation * Workmen’s Compensation * Landlord/Tenant Litigation * Real Estate Law * Construction Litigation * Tax Lein * Personal Injury * Bankruptcy * Wrongful Death * Zoning/Permitting Litigation 300 Broadway, Suite 1, Revere * 781-286-1560 Lsimeonejr@simeonelaw.net Katie Todisco wins MVES Employee Spotlight Award T he Mystic Valley Elder Services (MVES) Employee Spotlight Award winner for the first quarter of 2020 is Wakefield resident Katie Todisco, LSW, Resident Service Coordinator, who has been with the agency for 19 years. “Nineteen years ago I knocked on Mystic Valley’s door with the world’s shortest resume and the ink still wet on my college degree. I knew what MVES was and I wanted in. I The Mystic Valley Elder Services Employee Spotlight Award winner is Wakefield resident Katie Todisco, LSW, Resident Service Coordinator. (Photo Courtesy of Mystic Valley Elder Services) didn’t even know at the time that my dream job existed or that I’d be lucky enough to do it every day,” said Todisco. “I’m so grateful MVES took a chance on me. I have the best co-workers and I love what I do. Here we are, distanced from our consumers and each other, but as an agency we’re stronger than ever. I’m so proud of us.” Todisco’s nominator had this to say about her: “Katie is someone who strives to do everything she can to benefit the older adults in her care as well as other consumers served by MVES. Through the many years she has worked here, I have noted that she is very thoughtful and thorough in her approaches to serving people in need. Katie is a very creative person and quietly, without seeking fanfare, will go the extra mile to make certain all avenues are explored in her advocacy for the needs of her consumers. She clearly brings a positive energy and commitment to her job and goes above and beyond in carrying out her daily tasks.” The spotlight award is given to a MVES employee who has gone above and beyond typical job expectations, provided outstanding customer service, or performed distinctive achievements that impact the employee’s department and MVES. Linehan, Spadafora to host community forum on mental health during COVID-19 W ard 3 Councillor Amanda Linehan and Ward 3 School Committee Member Jennifer Spadafora will cohost a community forum on “mental health in the time of COVID-19” on Monday, June 29 starting at 6 p.m. via Zoom. The webinar is free and open to all members of the Malden community, and will place special emphasis on issues facing parents and caregivers who are coping with the impacts of COVID-19 on their families. Questions can be submitted in advance to community@ melrosewakefield.org or posted live in the Zoom chat, and will be answered anonymously during the event. Speakers will include psychiatrist Kathryn Zioto (MD, MPH) and mental health counselor Meghan Dowd Murray (LICSW), who will share their clinical experiences helping the community navigate the effects of the pandemic and the recent incidents of racial violence. To RSVP, please email community@melrosewakefield. org. Zoom information is posted on Councillor Linehan’s Facebook page, facebook.com/ AmandaForMalden. Those who do not want to watch on Zoom can also participate by phone by calling 646-5598656 and using meeting code 603 117 8331. For more information, contact Councillor Linehan at 781-873-9224 or send email to alinehan@cityofmalden.org. J& $45 yd. S LANDSCAPE & MASONRY CO. MULCH SALE! Discount Spring Special PICK-UP or DELIVERY AVAILABLE 617-389-1490 Premium Hemlock or Pitch Black BELOW WHOLESALE COSTS LANDSCAPERS WELCOME $4 yd. $40 yd. $3 yd. ׉ 7cassandra://05X_Bj6JAlM4yDQJipHReNwFFJNh-wJHGKLMHWPvA5Q/`̰^2W9n9G׉ETHE MALDEN ADVOCATE–Friday, June 26, 2020 Page 5 Mystic Valley Elder Services participates in COVID-19 food assistance program M ystic Valley Elder Services, in collaboration with the Massachusetts Executive Office of Elder Affairs, is taking part in the Coronavirus Food Assistance Program (CFPA)/Farmers to Families Food Box Program of the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA). Eight Councils on Aging and Senior Centers in the service area of Mystic Valley Elder Services have participated in the program – receiving a total of 865 food boxes to distribute to older adults in their communities. The food boxes, which contain hot dogs, sausages and sausage patties or chicken, are free to the recipients, so it is a form of “food pantry” provided to Massachusetts by the USDA. The initial delivery took place last week at the Stoneham Council on Aging, where 100 boxes were dropped off. Council on Aging Director Maureen Canova and her staff will be delivering these boxes to those older adults in need in the Stoneham community. In total, the program, which runs through the end of 2020, www.eight10barandgrille.com The Eight/10 Bar & Grille will REOPEN on Wed., MAY 6 from 4-8 PM for Take-Out and Delivery with our delivery partners... One hundred food boxes were delivered and dropped off at the Stoneham Council on Aging for area residents as part of the USDA Coronavirus Food Assistance Program Farmers to Families Food Box Program. (Photo Courtesy of Mystic Valley Elder Services) will provide more than 36,000 boxes of food to older adults in Massachusetts, benefiting more than 20,000 seniors. STAY HOME! 8 Norwood Street, Everett (617) 387-9810 STAY SAFE! ׉ 7cassandra://cG_Xw7OfcRYPuQRNiptviJ5mPIrXWd_46q0HFnmSYnw.`̰^2W9n9G ^2W9n9G PבCט(u׉׉ 7cassandra://4GjgW8mLdufD0Xto6FZe8Vl8GcNZyJUJaHgomRqiQ0s`)׉ 7cassandra://hcyrngZO0muf0wi7M-advuxNqV9-zOjROfmnQbQkjrYͤ`J׉ 7cassandra://9q6zQLT7oGdlocbOum0Bu4oWaBfO5oDBgQuTxyFNyms0m`̰׉ 7cassandra://sPGzT9CwccvSw8ifp_ZKlwEYCCJ0foix48ECV_c58MAحN͠^2W9n9GKט((u׉׉ 7cassandra://rIeg8bhcKGo2ED_UKCnuOr7EcH-3KVU7EKvOc4LluLs `)׉ 7cassandra://QOshym_vX8hRtM_FjOZRGUrRJXghvDW3GUmPt1uR0RY͑`J׉ 7cassandra://m1hhuFjCYP0t2VuWLj9Asj1Y43vXT58MsQ6TWYZrwTY-V`̰׉ 7cassandra://oio3Eu1FBTu9IiRoP1KZBoSJJBv4Ej_VkmVNN08LUNAyͥ(͠^2W9n9GLנ^2W9n9GN̛9ׁH%http://www.JandSlandscape-masonry.comׁ ׁ Јנ^2W9n9GP)9ׁHhttp://www.AtlasAutobody.comׁ ׁ Јנ^2W9n9GOf#$9ׁHhttp://agilitydoctor.comׁ ׁ Ј׉EPage 6 THE MALDEN ADVOCATE–Friday, June 26, 2020 “Malden Today, Tomorrow and Yesterday” – Mike Walsh, 1956-2020 By Peter F. Levine I t is said in Malden: today, tomorrow and yesterday...” Fifteen years ago, Malden/ Medford funnyman John Pinette was living large, so to speak. The year 2005 saw him “kill it” touring the country as Edna Turnblad in “Hairspray.” Critics and fans loved it. John was also riding high with his one-hour comedy special “John Pinette: More Than a Woman” as well as his newly released DVD, “I Say Nay Nay.” For those Maldonians that may be unaware, John was one of those “observational comedians” who, aptly, appeared in the very last episode of “Seinfeld.” John had a beautiful soul and left many grief-stricken friends and family members, at the tender age of 50 dying from a pulmonary embolism. You are not forgotten, big guy. If you’ve driven down Seaview Ave. recently, you surely have noticed the outstanding makeover 45 Seaview has been receiving. Feels as though they’ve been working on it since the Obama administration, but it is worth every minute they’ve put into it. The stately old 1890 Victorian Mansard with great bones has had a complete gut-rehab, each apartment with a view of Boston almost as good as mine across the street. Insert smiley face emoji. Thank you to whoever is responsible for rehabbing this property. Taking into account the historical significance of this gorgeous link to Malden’s past for another generation to admire. It’s relentless. Word came via The late Mike Walsh proudly wearing his “Parts Unknown” game shirt. (Courtesy Photo) the interweb that James “Slim” Hand, the country honky-tonking singer-songwriter, died Monday, June 8 after a recent hospitalization. He was 67. I became a fan after discovering his 2006 CD “The Truth Will Set You Free.” I immediately became a fan and fell in love with his “mournful, emotional baritone recalling country icon Hank Williams.” A very sad day for music lovers. Rest in peace, Slim. That Malden-based punk/ pop trendsetters Boy’s Life were busy little boys 40 years ago this month: 6/2 Cantone’s with Lou Miami, 6/17 Cantone’s with Peter Dayton, 6/18 Cantone’s with Peter Dayton, 6/21 Thayer Street Loft with People in Stores & Steve Stain, 6/29 The Underground with Steve Stain, and 6/30 The Underground with The Reader. They will just not let him rest in peace. At this point “Mad Preacher Jack” is leading the heavenly choir with some of the finest Boston boogie-woogie piano playing heard since David Maxwell. But the tributes continue pouring in nonetheless. John “Jawn P” Preziosa – spoken word/recording artist/basketball coach/father: “My wife Gina and I wanted to walk the beaches of Gloucester and then find a place to grab a bite. We found a small Mexican restaurant with a bar and a dining room; we chose the dining room so we could reflect on our day. As we waited for drinks, I heard the flame, a flicker at first and then soon we were caught in the middle of an inferno of piano mixed with what appeared to be some incoherent ‘frantic mania.’ I instantly knew who, and what I was hearing (based on descriptions/legend) It has to be Preacher Jack! I confirmed this with the waiter and then approached this thin, long piano prodigy with arms made of wire and introduced and explained we had mutual friends. That meeting spawned what I would call a friendship that culminated in a recording session arranged by Gina who at the time was running a premiere studio that happened to have a SWEET Steinway Baby Grande. Built for the Preacher to dismantle with style (which he did). I got to record with Preacher that night, we recorded a piece I had put together recounting our first WALSH | SEE PAGE 10 J& • 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 We Now Offer For Your Eating Pleasure “UBER EATS” Convenient Delivery Service Bianchi’s Pizza and Renzo’s Full Menu To Go Open for Takeout for Bianchi’s Pizza and Renzo’s Food 381 Revere Beach Blvd., Revere 781-284-5600 ׉ 7cassandra://9q6zQLT7oGdlocbOum0Bu4oWaBfO5oDBgQuTxyFNyms0m`̰^2W9n9G!׉E1THE MALDEN ADVOCATE–Friday, June 26, 2020 Page 7 BUDGET | FROM PAGE 1 Debbie DeMaria threw a tiny wrench into the budget process with five proposed cuts that would have saved the city $113,500. “I believe each and every line item needs review,” said DeMaria. And while she acknowledged her proposed cuts were relatively small, she added that “many crumbs make a cake.” DeMaria proposed cutting $52,743 for salaries for part-time staff at the Senior Center. She said the salaries are paid through a grant and should not be in the budget. She also proposed cutting $13,260 for a youth activities counselor at the Malden Teen Enrichment Center since the position is not going to be fi lled. DeMaria also proposed cutting the Police Department’s line item for gasoline from $100,000 to $80,000 and reducing the $50,000 allocated for bullet-proof vests to $25,000. And she called for cutting the $5,000 budgeted for prisoner meals down to $2,500. The only cut that won any support from the Finance Committee was the proposal to reduce the Police Department’s funding for gas. It was briefl y discussed and rejected by the committee. The other proposed cuts died on the fl oor for lack of a second. Controller Chuck Ranaghan said the grant that pays salaries for Senior Center staff is being used to fund three fulltime employees, and cutting the money for part-time workers would mean adding funding for the full-time employees to the budget. Committee members also had questions about the shelflife of bullet-proof vests and the requirement to provide meals to prisoners. “I’m not saying I wouldn’t vote for these cuts, but if I do, it will be in September,” said Condon Ward 7 Councillor Neal Anderson also said he felt the council should wait to hear from the state about local aid. “We’ve all been getting letters about defunding the police,” said Anderson, who added that the Malden Police Department seems to be in good shape. “I do hope we can work with the police on shifting responsibilities and stop sending them on calls that have the potential to escalate when someone with a badge and a gun shows up to confront a member of the community,” said Anderson, adding that the police should not have to respond to calls that ask them to chase kids out of city parks. The Finance Committee recommended the full council approve the budget proposal, which they did on a 10-1 vote, with DeMaria voting against it. WE’RE OPEN and Here for You In-Person and Telemedicine Appointments at Our Stoneham and Malden Locations Are you coping with an injury, joint problem, sprain or strain? Some healthcare needs can’t and shouldn’t wait. Even during this uncertain time, our expert orthopedic, pain management, physical therapy and occupational therapy specialists are here to help you. Both of our locations are open and we are offering in-person and telemedicine appointments during regular business hours. We’ll work with you to determine the best option for your needs. Contact us to schedule an appointment: (781) 279-7040 • agilitydoctor.com Agility Orthopedics WE WORK FOR YOU! * Have your car repaired by Real Manufacturer Certiified Technicians * An I-CAR GOLD CLASS SHOP Highest Certificate in the Repair Industry * Premier Insurance Co. Collision Repair Shop for Geico, Liberty Mutual, Metlife, Progressive and more! * Over 30 Years of putting families back on the Road Safe & Fast! * ATLAS Stands Behind All Repairs with a Limited Lifetime Warranty 1605 North Shore Road, Revere * 781-284-1200 Visit us at: www.AtlasAutobody.com or call (781) 284-1200 to schedule your appointment today! ׉ 7cassandra://m1hhuFjCYP0t2VuWLj9Asj1Y43vXT58MsQ6TWYZrwTY-V`̰^2W9n9G"^2W9n9G! PבCט(u׉׉ 7cassandra://r72tKivEdF4SYiIudHAlP5t8UyxVijKzlYIOq4mVgxY `)׉ 7cassandra://0uvJ9mMfoQwXtT3ilg_N-E_tS5jF2n6R9L1TW7hYw20͌!`J׉ 7cassandra://TsyW2eaqC-y1G6FT97Xe791wImJT9AqV0p1QNH-q_8A&`̰׉ 7cassandra://al3DMMST8c1YfeTAJFmU2hTER4D-CnlYSNq7uY1bywMib|͠^2W9n9GQט((u׉׉ 7cassandra://QhFfTYFNVmIJCANcRk8GHGCbljuefT3LnG53BpGHvSED`)׉ 7cassandra://P2KdMrDgcbo4fePFIHbGZULxSdh9y3E5JsENs9g05OUe&`J׉ 7cassandra://9Gzz21tmtZqlHbtVUDgD3Z7naW0emT-Xy_19pT874r4!`̰׉ 7cassandra://edfPhPKaa9cA_GScsUPwQztlNwwB3SjW1Oa38i7fWdw>#͠^2W9n9GRנ^2W9n9GYy19ׁHhttp://www.everettaluminum.comׁ ׁ Јנ^2W9n9GXMʁ9ׁH9https://permits.cityofmalden.org/EnerGov_Prod/SelfServiceׁ ׁ Јנ^2W9n9GW̪9ׁHhttp://www.cityofmalden.orgׁ ׁ Јנ^2W9n9GVD9ׁHhttps://zoom.us/u/acNcTcik5kׁ ׁ Јנ^2W9n9GU>09ׁHBhttps://zoom.us/j/96860868824?pwd=Qm1Lc3I1UXU5OE05ZGdvRWU3NDJWQT09ׁ ׁ Ј׉EPage 8 THE MALDEN ADVOCATE–Friday, June 26, 2020 PATHWAYS | FROM PAGE 1 mentored, counseled and assisted thousands of students to achieve their goals and attain success in his 38 years of service to the Malden Public Schools. In all, this past school year marked his 42nd in education. At Malden High, the Pathways Program, established in that name over a decade ago, provides “within a single organizational unit, an array of educational, counseling, outreach, transitional programs, and services to students who require an alternative to the regular day program at Malden High School,” according to its official description on the Malden Public Schools website. Janowicz hailed across the district as “Mr. J” Janowicz – hailed across the school district affectionately by students and staff ~ LEGAL NOTICE ~ MALDEN BOARD OF APPEAL PUBLIC HEARING The Malden Board of Appeal will hold a public hearing on Wednesday, July 8, 2020 6:30 pm Eastern Time (US and Canada), via remote hearing, on Petition 20-005 by Back Bay Sign for Image National Signs on behalf of Public Storage for a variance of MCC 4.16.090.C.2.a Chapter 4 of the revised Ordinances of 2020 as amended of the City of Malden. Formerly known as Section 3.35.9.3.2.1 Chapter 3 of the Revised Ordinances of 1991 as Amended of the City of Malden – Namely -Dimensional Controls of Sign size as per Plans SGER- 032787-2020 at the property known as and numbered 490 Eastern, Malden, MA and also known by City Assessor’s Parcel ID #95-428-801 The hearing will be hosted by the City of Malden on Zoom and will be accessible to members of the public who are invited to attend and provide comments via remote participation by accessing the following link and/or telephone: Internet Link: https://zoom.us/j/96860868824?pwd=Qm1Lc3I1UXU5OE05ZGdvRWU3NDJWQT09 Webinar ID 968 6086 8824 Password: 277685 Or iPhone one-tap: US: +13126266799, 99650222676#,#,677510# or +19294362866, 99650222676#,#,677510# Or Telephone: Dial (for higher quality, dial a number based on your current location): US: +1 312 626 6799 or +1 929 436 2866 or +1 253 215 8782 or +1 301 715 8592 or +1 346 248 7799 or +1 669 900 6833 International numbers available: https://zoom.us/u/acNcTcik5k Additional information, Petition & plans available for public review in Office of Assessor, 110 Pleasant St., 3rd floor. Malden MA or online at www.cityofmalden.org or https://permits.cityofmalden.org/EnerGov_Prod/SelfService By: James O’Brien Chairman June 19 & 26, 2020 Everett Aluminum 10 Everett Ave., Everett 617-389-3839 Owned & operated by the Conti family since 1958 • 57 Years! “Same name, phone number & address for family since 1958 • 62 over half a century. We must be doing something right!” •Vinyl Siding •Free Estimates •Carpentry Work •Fully Licensed •Decks •Roofing • Fully Insured • Replacement Windows www.everettaluminum.com Now’s the time to schedule those home improvement projects you’ve been dreaming about all winter! alike as “Mr. J” – designed the present-day program after spending about a quarter-century, beginning in the 1980s, supervising the alternative studies program at MHS. On Monday, MHS principal Chris Mastrangelo made a formal proposal to rename the Pathways Program the “Ron Janowicz House.” “Over his 42 years in education he has been a champion for all students, particularly students who had significant roadblocks in their lives,” Mastrangelo said of Janowicz, in making his request. “Mr. J would do whatever it took to see that kids were successful.” “He would meet them in their houses, the library, a coffee shop, or the hospital. He created after school hours to meet the needs of the kids,” Mastrangelo added. “His positive outlook on life is contagious and the genuine care for his students is evident.” To measure the size of the honor proposed for the outgoing Janowicz, the existing four houses at MHS are named Boyle, Brunelli, Holland and Jenkins. Boyle House named for Arthur P. Boyle The Boyle House is named in honor of former longtime headmaster Arthur P. Boyle, who led the school from the end of the 1960s through the early 1980s, as well as leading the boys’ basketball team to a pair of state titles. The newest MHS building bears his name as well. The Brunelli House is named for Donald Brunelli, a former teacher, department head, coach and class advisor, who died suddenly at age 41 back in 1993. The oldest-standing MHS building bears his name as well. Holland House is named for Marguerite Holland, an influential Malden School Committee member from the 1950s through the early 1970s and mother of former Superintendent of Schools Dr. George Holland. Jenkins House (and the Jenkins Auditorium) are named for Thornton Jenkins, the longest-serving MHS principal in school history, at the helm 28 years (and parts of two World Wars), from 1915-1943. Malden Superintendent of Schools John Oteri also had high praise for Janowicz at Monday’s meeting. “Personally, in my 30 years in the field of education, Ron Janowicz is one of the top two or three people I have met who has worked with students to the level of effectiveness he has had,” Supt. Oteri said. “He [Janowicz] will be an incredibly difficult act to follow. His name is synonymous with the Pathways Program. His dedication, patience and passion for our students is nothing short of inspiring,” Supt. Oteri added. Janowicz came to the Malden schools in 1982 after four years as a special education teacher and sports coach in New Hampshire. He was hired to design and develop the Malden High School Alternative Program. After 10 years of leading the program, then housed off-site of MHS on Jackson Street in Malden Square, he moved on to create the transitions program at Malden High School, which he ran until 2010. In 2010 the Pathways Program began at Malden High School under Janowicz’s direction. A long reach of influence for Janowicz MHS principal Mastrangelo told the members of the sheer reach of Janowicz’s influence of his nearly four decades with the Malden Public Schools. “During his time in Malden [Janowicz] has worked with thousands of students. He remembers their names, their stories, their disappointments and their accomplishments,” Mastrangelo said. “Countless numbers of students have earned their diplomas because of his efforts and support. He has served as a mentor for all students, teachers and administrators. Beyond that, he has PATHWAYS | SEE PAGE 12 Summer is Here! ׉ 7cassandra://TsyW2eaqC-y1G6FT97Xe791wImJT9AqV0p1QNH-q_8A&`̰^2W9n9G#׉E3THE MALDEN ADVOCATE–Friday, June 26, 2020 Page 9 ׉ 7cassandra://9Gzz21tmtZqlHbtVUDgD3Z7naW0emT-Xy_19pT874r4!`̰^2W9n9G$^2W9n9G# PבCט(u׉׉ 7cassandra://qCu1tDjz_LKycAu11M6jsiT0oCvKECIZlupefSeb0c4 `)׉ 7cassandra://d3H5RcLKzNzwk48mXaxPhWCmzlM4ZuvOUj7_wO8a9MA͂`J׉ 7cassandra://ZXNqe2Nxg09biz4Rg1b_n8uSUAIcg-5nREkeaGt8qPg!p`̰׉ 7cassandra://HRsCNkDwW-WvlViN2SZ7FBcG3YwwsFDH8apjY6B690Yɫ,͠^2W9n9GZט((u׉׉ 7cassandra://5o3EpBER3leVZEQizODYMJYufYud1qB6qCjPHy0h6EU `)׉ 7cassandra://CWUn8zzZc3IWFVTcljw_gFGeyKsZ5yVJRtPfKa63G-c͑T`J׉ 7cassandra://anlvESdqgyofDiIjrHC5ll0_53k2aGrsxJvJVzaP6N4*`̰׉ 7cassandra://4Wwn20qJmNf8UdWWHESZkBUvJvqj9DmLeJB1LqwdUEM2͠^2W9n9G[נ^2W9n9G`Mȁ9ׁH9https://permits.cityofmalden.org/EnerGov_Prod/SelfServiceׁ ׁ Јנ^2W9n9G_̩9ׁHhttp://www.cityofmalden.orgׁ ׁ Јנ^2W9n9G^Ct9ׁHhttps://zoom.us/u/acNcTcik5kׁ ׁ Јנ^2W9n9G]-9ׁH;https://zoom.us/j/96860868824?pwd=Qm1Lc3I1UXU5OE05ZGdvRWU3Nׁ ׁ Јנ^2W9n9Gf Ag9ׁH http://www.breadoflifemalden.orgׁ ׁ Јנ^2W9n9GeL}a9ׁHhttp://femalden.orgׁ ׁ Јנ^2W9n9Gdu9ׁH9https://permits.cityofmalden.org/EnerGov_Prod/SelfServiceׁ ׁ Јנ^2W9n9Gc̩9ׁHhttp://www.cityofmalden.orgׁ ׁ Јנ^2W9n9Gbk{9ׁHhttps://zoom.us/u/acNcTcik5kׁ ׁ Јנ^2W9n9Ga./9ׁHBhttps://zoom.us/j/96860868824?pwd=Qm1Lc3I1UXU5OE05ZGdvRWU3NDJWQT09ׁ ׁ Ј׉E"Page 10 THE MALDEN ADVOCATE–Friday, June 26, 2020 COMMITTEE | FROM PAGE 1 lawmakers, but ultimately, the school committee voted unanimously to approve the $74.2 million school budget that will keep classrooms intact and class sizes at their current level. “[The Budget Subcommittee] agreed this was our best-case scenario,” said Budget Subcommittee Chair Jen Spadafora. Last Thursday’s caravan was one of a number of rallies throughout the state organized by the Massachusetts Teachers Association (MTA) calling for full funding of schools and reforms in staffing and curriculum that address racial inequities. After winding through the city, the caravan stopped at the Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE) in Malden, where Malden Education Association President Deb Gesualdo, Teacher Jessica Gold Boots and MTA President Merrie Najimy taped the MTA list of demands for reopening and reimaging public schools. Those demands include full funding of the Student Opportunity Act, which promised to increase state educational aid to districts with high percentages of low-income students and English language learners. The MTA is also calling for more teachers and staff with a priority on recruiting and hiring educators of color. There is also a demand to eliminate MCAS testing and ensure that curriculum is actively antiracist, inclusive and representative of the school community’s values. To ensure school safety, the MTA is calling for Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) provided by the state, antiracist education, the elimination of school resource officers, and greater investment in social support systems. “A fully safe school means a school committed to racial justice,” said Gold Boots to supporters gathered at the DESE building on Pleasant Street. “A fully safe school means funding for all with support from adjustment counselors, nurses, librarians, arts and ~ LEGAL NOTICE ~ MALDEN BOARD OF APPEAL PUBLIC HEARING The Malden Board of Appeal will hold a public hearing on Wednesday, July 8, 2020 6:30 pm Eastern Time (US and Canada), via remote hearing, on Petition 20-003 by Patrick P. MacDonald, Esq. on behalf of Hashmat Rauf for a variance of MCC 12.16.010 Chapter 12 of the revised Ordinances of 2020 as amended of the City of Malden. Formerly known as Section 400.1.2.1 Chapter 12, of the Revised Ordinances of 1991 as Amended of the City of Malden - Namely, Dwelling – Single Family Dimensional Controls of Lot Size, setbacks and lot coverage as per Plans RES-032321-2020 at the property known as and numbered 45 Valley St, Malden, MA and also known by City Assessor’s Parcel ID # 141-797-715 The hearing will be hosted by the City of Malden on Zoom and will be accessible to members of the public who are invited to attend and provide comments via remote participation by accessing the following link and/or telephone: Internet Link: https://zoom.us/j/96860868824?pwd=Qm1Lc3I1UXU5OE05ZGdvRWU3N DJWQT09 Webinar ID 968 6086 8824 Password: 277685 Or iPhone one-tap: US: +13126266799, 99650222676#,#,677510# or +19294362866, 99650222676#,#,677510# Or Telephone: Dial (for higher quality, dial a number based on your current location): US: +1 312 626 6799 or +1 929 436 2866 or +1 253 215 8782 or +1 301 715 8592 or +1 346 248 7799 or +1 669 900 6833 International numbers available: https://zoom.us/u/acNcTcik5k Additional information, Petition & plans available for public review in Office of Assessor, 110 Pleasant St., 3rd floor. Malden MA or online at www.cityofmalden.org or https://permits.cityofmalden.org/EnerGov_Prod/SelfService By: James O’Brien Chairman June 19 & 26, 2020 WALSH | FROM PAGE 6 meeting at that Mexican spot in Gloucester, but even more than that came an entire record (released on Cow Island) which I still play to this day. Rest in Peace Jack. Thanks for the music and your madness.” “This is the end, beautiful friend, this is the end, my only friend, the end...” A couple of “Sons of Green Street Park” have unexpectedly passed over to that mystery place – “shuffled off this mortal coil” as Shakespeare once opined. Gone before we could give them a proper “so long friends.” You may or may not have known these two fine young men, Danny “Mr. Mal’s Market” Moore and Mike “Mr. Signor Pizza” Walsh, but they were an important/vital slice of the fabric of Malden/Green St. Park life. The community as a whole, I really should say. Both so large in the hearts and minds of their many friends. “Parts Unknown!” A time and a place. The playing fields were their second home. Days were long; the nights, even longer. We never wanted for 10 to play a game of hoop, 18 for a pick-up game of baseball/softball, or a pair of Converse Chuck Taylors “hot” off the press! Most times a cooler stuffed with Schlitz sitting close by! Moyer and Wally will always be part of that time and space. Those of us of “a certain age” can still see them vividly in our mind’s eye. That place we yearn to revisit, for just one day. Not saying that Malden of today ain’t the bomb, but Malden in that hazy, crazy past inside our heads was a wicked special place to be. Farewell to lifelong pallys Danny Moore & Mikey Walsh; I’ll be sure to raise a glass of Ballantine Ale tonight for you two stone-cold “Malden Boys of Summer.” Postscript: “Sherman, set the Wayback Machine to...” Green Street Park circa the ’70s/’80s: • Converse Chuck Taylor All Star High Tops at bargain bin prices • Gritty, no-holds-barred hoop until the wee, small hours • Chief Jay Strongbow – the “sleeper hold” in black & white! Lou Albano and his “P.E.G. Principal” (Politeness, Etiquette, & Grooming) • Leezard. Moyer. Wally. Cha Cha. Moose. Hultie. Choppa! Wadd. Gazelle. Tuxie • The City Yard stench • The Malden River stench • Signor Pizza Central Headquarters! • Beer, wine and weed into the wee, small hours • Larry Bird’s rookie season and those fabulous Loge seats on Friday nights • Green St. vs Belmont School! “Outreach Softball” at its finest! • Parts Unknown forever! music teachers and educational support professionals. A fully safe school means a place where the whole child is encouraged to learn and grow,” said Gold Boots. At the beginning of June, School Business Manager Toni Mertz presented a level-funded budget that is the same amount as last year. However, to cover the new fiscal year’s negotiated raises and other contractual obligations, some cuts were made to balance the budget. The original proposal called for cutting three administrative positions, 13 part-time positions and six support-staff members and defunding 26 unfilled positions as well as trimming back the allocation for maintenance and operations. This week , Spadafo - ra thanked everyone who worked on the budget, especially Mertz, who was able to tweak the original budget proposal and restore seven positions. Bonnie Littlejohn’s part-time job providing classroom support at the Beebe School was not one of them. During the public hearing, Littlejohn asked the School Committee to consider reinstating the support staff if funding becomes available. “It holds much value for the children,” said Littlejohn, adding that support staff recognize and help students who need additional academic support. Several Malden High teachers told the School Committee that eliminating an unfilled school adjustment counselor position at the high school would be a significant loss for students. “The work they do is integral to the comings and goings of our students,” said Malden High School Teacher Chris Giordano. “The position is essential to our students’ success.” Elizabeth Gibbons, who also teaches at Malden High, said the social/emotional well-being of students has been disrupted by the COVID-19 pandemic and the nationwide demand to end systemic racism following the murder of George Floyd by a Minneapolis police officer. “That social/ emotional wellbeing is as important as academic success,” said Gibbons. “Students need an adult they can trust and go to.” Spadafora said the School Committee has consistently approved resources and staff to support students’ social/ emotional well-being. “If the money is there in August or September, we would look to fund social/emotional support positions,” she said. School Committee Member Adam Weldai also acknowledged the importance of school adjustment counselors and social/emotional support for students. “The biggest priority for us was making sure that people who were employed stay employed,” said Weldai. “When we see more funding coming in, that’s at the top of the priority list.” The Budget Subcommittee expects to be back crunching numbers in the fall when the district learns how much aid Malden schools can expect from the state and whether positions can be reinstated or more cuts will be needed. ׉ 7cassandra://ZXNqe2Nxg09biz4Rg1b_n8uSUAIcg-5nREkeaGt8qPg!p`̰^2W9n9G%׉ESTHE MALDEN ADVOCATE–Friday, June 26, 2020 Page 11 Volunteers still needed at Bread of Life to distribute food to neighbors D espite the economy opening up more and more, Bread of Life (BOL) saw the highest number of families ever accessing its Malden food pantry on June 19: 186 families served in two hours. Prior to that, the need for the pantry had peaked at 185 families at the end of April during the height of the pandemic. With the need for food continuing, so is the need for volunteers. “Since the onset of the pandemic, Bread of Life has benefitted from an outpouring of volunteers from the community,” said BOL Executive Director Gabriella Snyder Stelmack, “But the good news that more and more people are returning to work means that we are losing great volunteers.” Among those still struggling with food insecurity are those waiting to be called back to work, those waiting for unemployment benefits, families self-isolating with the virus, and elderly and disabled residents. Opportunities to volunteer at BOL include the following: Malden Food Pantry: Tuesday through Friday, 12-5 p.m. at 54 Eastern Ave. in Malden. Contact: info@breadoflifemalden. org, 781-397-0404. Everett Food Distribution Grab N Go: Every Thursday, in shifts: • Load truck from 8-10 a.m. at 54 Eastern Ave., Malden • Unload truck from 10 a.m.12 p.m. at Lafayette School, 117 Edith St., Everett • Assemble food bags from 12-3 p.m. at Lafayette School • Give out groceries from 3-5 p.m. at Lafayette School • Clean up and load truck from 5-6 p.m. at Lafayette School • Unload and shelve food from 6-8 p.m. at 54 Eastern Ave., Malden Contact: tcandidobol@gmail. com, 781-281-8302. Grocery Delivery Program to senior citizens, disabled and self-isolating residents: Tuesday, Wednesday and Thurs~ LEGAL NOTICE ~ MALDEN BOARD OF APPEAL PUBLIC HEARING The Malden Board of Appeal will hold a public hearing on Wednesday, July 8, 2020 at 6:30 pm Eastern Time (US and Canada), via remote hearing on Petition 20-004 by Scott M. Fitzpatrick on behalf of 10-16 Greenwood Court, LLC, for a variance of MCC 12.16.010 and 12.20.040 E Chapter 12 of the Revised Ordinances of 2020 as amended of the City for Malden. Formerly known as Sections 400.1.6.1, and 500.4.5 Chapter 12, of the Revised Ordinances of 1991 as Amended of the City of Malden, Namely Dimensional Controls and Screening Requirements to construct an Off street Parking facility, As per plans #CMID-032572-2020 at the property known as and numbered 11 Cross Street, Malden, MA and also known by City Assessor’s Parcel ID #078-354-410 The hearing will be hosted by the City of Malden on Zoom and will be accessible to members of the public who are invited to attend and provide comments via remote participation by accessing the following link and/or telephone: Internet Link: https://zoom.us/j/96860868824?pwd=Qm1Lc3I1UXU5OE05ZGdvRWU3NDJWQT09 Webinar ID 968 6086 8824 Password: 277685 Or iPhone one-tap: US: +13126266799, 99650222676#,#,677510# or +19294362866, 99650222676#,#,677510# Or Telephone: Dial (for higher quality, dial a number based on your current location): US: +1 312 626 6799 or +1 929 436 2866 or +1 253 215 8782 or +1 301 715 8592 or +1 346 248 7799 or +1 669 900 6833 International numbers available: https://zoom.us/u/acNcTcik5k Additional information, Petition & plans available for public review in Office of Assessor, 110 Pleasant St., 3rd floor. Malden MA or online at www.cityofmalden.org or https://permits.cityofmalden.org/EnerGov_Prod/SelfService By: James O’Brien Chairman June 19 & 26, 2020 day at 54 Eastern Ave. in Malden: • Prep grocery orders from 12-4 p.m. • Deliver groceries from 3:306:30 p.m. Contact: delivery@breadoflifemalden.org Former BOL Director Tom Feagley spoke with some BOL volunteers recently to find out what inspired them to get involved. Many expressed the desire to help those in need, saying things like • “I’m not working. School is closed until September. I want to help others in need.” • “I want to make a positive difference. Bread of Life has been doing this as long as I remember.” • “I’m in a position where I am able to do something meaningful to help others.” • “I’ve always worked in social service. It’s part of who I am.” • A teenaged boy who has been volunteering with the pantry for two years said, “I like being part of a team doing good things.” • Many BOL volunteers over the years first came to BOL when they needed help, as this volunteer recalled: “When I struggled to make ends meet a few years ago, Bread of Life kept me and my family afloat. Now I get to do the same for others.” According to BOL Pantry Coordinator McKay Russo, the pantry has been offering as many as 186 free food orders during its twice-weekly distribution. Each contains a minimum of four bags, nearly 40 pounds of quality food – double what the pantry was doing before COVID-19. BOL initiated in March a free grocery delivery service to seniors, disabled and residents who need to self-isolate. Volunteers have delivered to over 500 households in 10 communities. Volunteer Karen Buck said, “Now I benefit from meeting other dedicated people and learning new skills. I am hooked!” Feagley noted: “Although Bread of Life’s income has grown, it has not doubled. The pandemic hit just as they were ramping up their ‘Under One Roof’ capital campaign. The goals are to develop the 54 Eastern Avenue site to include a commercial kitchen, dining room/multi-service hall, storage for food and supplies, walk-in cooler and freezer, and offices. The development includes partnering with the nonprofit Metro North Housing Inc. to build affordable efficiency apartments to house 14 single women and men leaving homelessness.” Katie summed it up best: “I want to give hope.” Feagley commented: “We are living in and through challenging times. Jobs disappear. Schools close. Bills go unpaid. People choose between paying full rent or buying food. Lives can fall apart. Much seems hopeless. Not so at Bread of Life.” For more information visit www.breadoflifemalden.org. A.B.C. CIGAR 170 REVERE ST., REVERE (781) 289-4959 Same Location * Same Service for 48 Years! Chris Dan Steve We Welcome You Back & Wish You Well! * Desktop Humidors * Travel Humidors * Vapes * Juice * Cigar Accessories * Bongs * Lighters & Ash Trays * Glass Pipes * Gift Cards * Rewards Program * Juuls * CBD Infused Products Cigar of the Month! Romeo y Julieta Reserva Real Magnum Box of 20 - Only $149.95 Buy your Cigars by the Box & Save! Plus our “Golfers’ Special” 15 Handmade Cigars - Churchill Size including a Cohiba! Only $43.95 STORE HOURS 8 AM - 7 PM Mon. - Sat., Sun. 8 AM - 6 PM ׉ 7cassandra://anlvESdqgyofDiIjrHC5ll0_53k2aGrsxJvJVzaP6N4*`̰^2W9n9G&^2W9n9G% PבCט(u׉׉ 7cassandra://W3qhMvfx5Vfnc9H5P7fdBqggLOqqcIU8uzza8ngYYLM`)׉ 7cassandra://c5E5HFYlw-koSC8Par_aj4hFoyRIZ6GwJZpPTSZYCL8͒?`J׉ 7cassandra://DkUk-WjC5zfaAi6p670y3eCHjdjzxQFslyKN1gMlxTc*V`̰׉ 7cassandra://KUKm2ytjfhWMEeN9bde9_alqhePIW7HFQ04D4grSZT0j ͠^2W9n9Ggט((u׉׉ 7cassandra://492Ij_nRsrVsce0AGN3fH4USH9ew3IBlbfK_61nC0Go5`)׉ 7cassandra://xa63aaRvE2yTnN2I2U7069u5ceaogRz-We5Ce6D-Mco͒`J׉ 7cassandra://q6QBxhqtmX4Ky6emKciwmT6CtMAMf6h1Flmuob8Qdec+`̰׉ 7cassandra://GXzrr92lVv9Q3qUZFNj6hHYcyMyVD7ndh4uiCQZVb7o_n0͠^2W9n9Ghנ^2W9n9Gj0̂9ׁHhttp://ment.Acׁ ׁ Јנ^2W9n9Gk̐9ׁHhttps://www.maׁ ׁ Ј׉EPage 12 THE MALDEN ADVOCATE–Friday, June 26, 2020 Mystic Valley Regional Charter School first in Mass. to cancel football season First school in state to punt away season, despite opener still three months away By Steve Freker A Malden school has become the first in Massachusetts to punt away its football season due to the COVID-19 pandemic. They were the very first charter school to put down roots in the greater Boston community, over 20 years ago, when the doors swung open on Laurel Street at the former Maplewood Elementary School. Since then the Mystic Valley Regional Charter School has had plenty of other firsts. The latest one came in midMarch when Mystic Valley became the first school in the state to announce a cancellation of classes due to the coronavirus. That announcement was made way back on March 5, a full week before a global pandemic was declared by the World Health Organization (WHO), and 11 days ahead of Governor Baker's order closing all schools in Mass. until at least early April. First school in state to cancel football This week it happened again when it was learned that the Mystic Valley administration canceled the upcoming football season, the first of over 300 high school teams in all of Massachusetts to do so, citing concerns over COVID-19. According to news reports published online, a statement released by Mystic Valley Superintendent Alexander Dan cited a survey conducted this spring "showed only 16 parents of players who particiPATHWAYS | FROM PAGE 8 served as an inspiration; he is what a teacher is supposed to be.” In addition to assisting Mastrangelo in forwarding the naming request to the School Committee, Supt. Oteri also said the administration is also considering a pated in the school’s football program last year felt comfortable making a commitment to varsity football for the fall season." This led to the administration’s decision to cancel the season and work toward creating a non-contact alternative for Mystic Valley athletes, according to the statement.According to reports, the school distributed a letter to student-athletes via social media announcing the decision to cut football for 2020, despite the season-opening kickoff being about three months away. Move is made before any MIAA decisions Also, the move was made in advance of any guidance for fall sports emanating from the overseer of high school athletics, the Massachusetts Interscholastic Athletic Association (MIAA). High school athletic directors and principals have been anxiously awaiting news from the MIAA regarding football and fall sports in general, before deciding on how to proceed. No other school in Massachusetts had announced any decisions on fall sports to date, Mystic Valley being the first. Behind the scenes, a number of athletic directors and fall coaches have speculated about the potential risks of fall sports like football and soccer and the close contact involved with both, in practices and games. Cross country teams and their close group running has also been cited as a potenrecommendation of the Barr Foundation to create a House Principal’s position to oversee the Pathways and PACE programs. Janowicz had supervised them as a program manager. To that end, Supt. Oteri said, the program manager position has been posted as a one-year, interim position, with the intention of the TIME OUT: Mystic Valley football coach Danny Kelly and last year's Eagle football captains. Word was out this week that Mystic Valley decided to cancel this fall's football season. (Courtesy Photo) tial risk, along with girls field hockey. Another fall sport is girls’ volleyball, played in close quarters and indoors. Mystic Valley second-year head coach Danny Kelly was he was surprised and disheartened by the decision to cancel the season this early, in June. In an online report, the Eagles coach said he found out Saturday, but had to keep it to himself until school families were informed. new House Principal position, hopefully, being in place for the 2021-22 academic year. “In every sense of the word, he [Janowicz] is an angel on earth. He leads with his heart and at all times treat students and their families with respect,” Supt. Oteri said, “and always with a smile.” Season taken away three months in advance “It’s one thing if the MIAA said there was no season, we’d be OK with that. But to have this taken away from them when the season is still three months away was tough," Coach Kelly told a Boston newspaper in an online report.“We were just getting ready to start our offseason conditioning program. Then I have to tell them that their tribute than to officially rename the Pathways Program to The Ron Janowicz House,” Mastrangelo said. “His name should be a reminder to all that enter Malden High School of what the concept of educating the whole child should be.” After School Committee “I can think of no better Members Adam Weldai and season was over, it was taken away from them. It was not an easy thing to do, especially for the seniors." If Mystic Valley's decision proves to be a harbinger of what is to come and fall sports becomes a casualty of the coronavirus, it would become a painful, one-two punch to high school sports, following the cancellation of spring sports season, announced in late April. Jennifer Spadafora joined in expressing their own accolades for Janowicz, Weldai’s motion to send the request to the Policy Subcommittee for review was approved unanimously. The request will be discussed in September when the subcommittee meets next. ׉ 7cassandra://DkUk-WjC5zfaAi6p670y3eCHjdjzxQFslyKN1gMlxTc*V`̰^2W9n9G'׉ETHE MALDEN ADVOCATE–Friday, June 26, 2020 Page 13 Golden Tornado Club presents $11K in scholarships to seniors By Nick Toscani T he Golden Tornado Club recently awarded over $11,000 in scholarships to the top senior student-athletes who performed above and beyond this past school year, both in competition for Malden High School teams, and in the classroom. The Golden Tornado Club was first formed in the late 1950s by Roy Finn and a number of others. It was revived in the early 1980s and in the late 1990s and early 2000s, under the leadership of successive presidents Harry Chiasson and Domenic Fermano, the club began awarding scholarships to deserving senior student-athletes. Since the scholarship element began with the Golden Tornado Club, nearly 300 scholarships have been awarded, totaling over $200,000 for the recipients. “This scholarship program would not be possible if not for the generosity of our Golden Tornado members, through their dues and donations, and the support of our sponsors,” said Golden Tornado Club Malden High School Baseball and Track standout Ezra Kruckenberg, left, who was awarded the Bob Rotondi Scholarship, and Ishmael Sylus, right, the recipient of the William and Mary Hampton Scholarship, receive their checks from Athletic Director Charlie Conefrey. Kruckenberg will attend Brigham Young University, and Sylus is headed to UMass-Boston. (Courtesy Photo/MHS Athletics) President Steve Freker. Freker noted especially the continued support of JRM Waste & Recycling, Local Iron Workers Union, Mayor Gary Christenson and alumnus Bob McVicar. Gold and Diamonds of Malden Square and Pisa PizThe Coronavirus Count Malden remains at 30th highest rating in state for COVID-19 O ver the past week, the number of confirmed COVID-19 cases in Malden increased from 1,211 to 1,222 cases – a .9 percent increase, according to the latest weekly city/town cases available Wednesday. Malden has the 30th highest rate for COVID-19 in the state, with an average of 1,803.59 cases per 100,000. Of the 7,793 people who were tested for COVID-19, 15.68 percent tested positive for the virus. People can compare the number of COVID-19 cases confirmed in Malden to those in neighboring cities and towns as well as communities of similar size by going to the Massachusetts Department of Public Health (DPH) website at https://www.mass. gov/info-details/covid-19-response-reporting. Click on COVID-19 cases by city/town. Chelsea (7,718.12 per 100,000), Brockton (4,271.83 per 100,000) and Lawrence (3,986.35 per 100,000) have the highest rates in the state for people testing positive for the Coronavirus. Here’s how nine other area communities compare to Malden: Lynn: 3,604 cases, 3,571.74 per 100,000 (5th highest in state). Revere: 1,748 cases, 2,869.51 per 100,000 (6th highest in state). Everett: 1,747 cases, 3,599.36 per 100,000 (4th highest in state). Malden: 1,222 cases, 1,803.59 per 100,000 (30th highest in state). Peabody: 976 cases, 1,750.18 per 100,000. Saugus: 556 cases, 1,956.00 per 100,000 (21st highest in state). Wakefield: 313 cases, 1,159.05 per 100,000. Melrose: 242 cases, 836.73 per 100,000. CORONAVIRUS | SEE PAGE 17 za of Pearl Street as well as Nally Plumbing and Heating are other strong local supporters of Malden High School athletes and programs through the years. Despite the coronavirus pandemic, which led to the Malden Public Schools Athletic Director Charlie Conefrey presents “Athlete of the Year” Scholarship checks to Malden High School seniors Omar Asousy and Julia Argueta. (Courtesy Photos/MHS Athletics) cancellation of the spring sports season at Malden High as well as the cancellation of the Golden Tornado Club’s biggest fundraiser of the year, the Changing Lanes Bowling Tournament, the club decided to continue the scholarship program this year. “Some of our sponsors donated funds anyway, even though we were unable to hold the bowling event,” Freker said. “We decided to go ahead with the scholarships, despite the fact we not able to raise the funds to cover all of it this year. The MHS student-athletes deserved it.” Malden High Athletic Director Charlie Conefrey was able to present most of the recipients with their GoldSCHOLARSHIPS | SEE PAGE 14 Junior Aid supports MWH workers on the frontlines! The Junior Aid Association of Malden had the pleasure to provide gift bags to the staff of MelroseWakefield Hospital. The staff in four units were presented with gift cards to local small businesses, snacks and personal items in appreciation for the work done in treating COVID 19 patients. MelroseWakefield Hospital staff are pictured with Junior Aid Members, from left to right: Mary Doucette, President Toni Griffin, Stephanie DeCristoforo, Kelly Yin and Paula Higgins. ׉ 7cassandra://q6QBxhqtmX4Ky6emKciwmT6CtMAMf6h1Flmuob8Qdec+`̰^2W9n9G(^2W9n9G' PבCט(u׉׉ 7cassandra://5XFJ2lJyNBXcW3xo1EI-XbgSj6ZZzMgkPS_NTKFtnJg+`)׉ 7cassandra://HdpFODsKeTtgmM6eJR-xbe5M1sVb9TIRZbFltrf6sS8͌`J׉ 7cassandra://Iz-pGb8CxGCzYZP5jAwiip7aG9e2gYE43yfMVncj-W4+`̰׉ 7cassandra://7MuA3C1S0ntv7d2RJf2UwwBIHbKWw-ZaTd5ag4UkwrIT͠^2W9n9Glט((u׉׉ 7cassandra://Fe62_xgj5NjCfbuICQVsVW5cWuKm5DwulMsEFw0q_c0