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They are pictured from left to right: Michael Drummey (Ward 1), Keith Bernard (Ward 7), newly elected Vice Chairperson Jennifer Spadafora (Ward 3), Elizabeth Hortie (Ward 5), Chairperson and Mayor Gary Christenson, Superintendent Timothy Sippel, Ed.L.D., Robert McCarthy Jr. (Ward 2), Peter Piazza (Ward 6), Dawn Macklin (Ward 4) and Sharyn Rose-Zeiberg (Ward 8). (Advocate Photo/Gino Spadafora) Special to The Advocate T he 2026 Malden City Inaugural Ceremony was held on Monday, and members of the Malden City Council and Malden School Committee were sworn into their two-year terms. Members of the two municipal governing bodies were either INAUGURAL | SEE PAGE 4 Adam Weldai Recognized for Saving Lives and Pets in House Fire Katie Bowdridge and Peter Donoghue Scholarship winner Isabella Oliveira, a former Gymnastics team standout, at the Hall of Fame Banquet. (All Advocate Photos/Henry Huang) COURAGE IN ACTION: The City of Malden and the Malden Fire Department last week recognized school principal and resident Adam Weldai for his heroic actions at this past week’s fire on Bishop Road. Without hesitation, Adam went in and out of the burning house to rescue not only the person inside but also their pets. His quick thinking not only saved lives but also reminded us that true courage is defined by selfless acts in the face of danger. (Courtesy City of Malden) night, only in Malden can so many people get together and have such a fantastic time honoring the best of us!” How right they were, as those who attend this biennial event— which quickly turns into a gigantic “family reunion” — get to relive, together, some of the greatest hits from the “album” of Malden High School athletics. It was a truly “Malden Night” with those who genuinely support Malden High School teams and players— past and present! The doors swung open once again when the 36th Golden Tornado Club Hall of Fame bansity Baseball coach. Katie Bowdridge, the longtime Golden Tornado Club treasurer was presented the 2025 Distinguished Service Award; and Malden High Girls Volleyball Coach Dan Jurkowski, Football Head Coach Witche Exilhomme and Bowdridge again — the Coed Gymnastics Head Coach— were all honored with the Peter Donoghue Memorial Golden Eagle Award, along with their respective student essayists. An MHS Class of 2024 graduate — and two Class of 2025 grads — were SPORTS | SEE PAGE 6 omeone said it at the end of the night as they were walking toward the exit, clutching their coat and a souvenir program and beaming with a Tornado-sized smile. “What a great quet and ceremony was held with a packed house of nearly 300 in attendance on Saturday, Nov. 22. 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The Plan will include a community vision for Malden and clear actionable steps Malden should take to achieve that vision. 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 The City of Malden is seeking at least four resident members to join the Malden Comprehensive Plan Steering Committee (“Steering Committee”), which will contribute to developing the planning process and help attract more stakeholders. Resident members are asked to commit to serving for at least two years on the Steering Committee, which is the anticipated timeline for completion of the Plan. The Steering Committee will represent residents with a wide range of interests and experiences who will support the planning process. Meetings will be held at City Hall on a weekday (Monday through Thursday) at approximately 6 p.m.; the exact time and day will be determined once members are appointed. The aim is that Steering Committee members will represent the many different ways that people live, work and play in Malden. The following types of experiences and perspectives are especially encouraged: • First-time homeowners, longterm homeowners and generational homeowners • New and long-term renters • Business owners, including small business owners, larger operators, and developers • Parents, grandparents and caregivers of Malden youth • Residents of all backgrounds, races, ethnicities, religions, sexual orientations, gender identities, age, income levels, abilities, national origin, familial status, marital status or veteran status • Residents with interest or experience in land use, housing, economic development, transportation, natural and cultural resources and public services and facilities Steering Committee members are expected to be actively involved in the following: • Inviting stakeholders to community engagement activities: community members, family members, friends, underrepresented groups, etc. • Working alongside planning staff and consultants to facilitate public forums, focus groups and other community engagement activities • Publicizing the Comprehensive Planning Process on social media and by word of mouth • Attending regular meetings with City of Malden officials and staff (held on at least a monthly basis on weekday evenings) • Administrative duties, such as editing draft plans, developing goals, preparing flyers, and other tasks as necessary • Advocating on behalf of themselves and their broader community • Working collaboratively to decide the goals, actions, and strategies Malden will take for the next 20 to 25 years Please complete the application on cityofmalden.org and return it to kmanninghall@cityofmalden.org. The deadline for accepting applications is Tuesday, January 20, 2026. Please email kmanninghall@cityofmalden.org for additional questions or to receive a paper copy of the application. Advocate Call now! 617-387-2200 advertise on the web at www.advocatenews.net CLASSIFIED ADVERTISING ׉ 7cassandra://n3VOgRbIqyzef4EnB3nIXe9em5galynhu0MZ6Gm158I3`i_بuљ9 ׉EaTHE MALDEN ADVOCATE–Friday, January 9, 2026 Page 3 EDITORIAL: It will be a pivotal, challenging year in Malden Financial crises — present and future — casting uncertain shadow T here is no other way to put it. The year ahead is going to be a tough one for the city of Malden. As is true for most aspects of life, the main reason that 2026 is going to be difficult to navigate for those who manage our present and future is rooted in finances. Financially, we are in deep trouble, as has been documented by Mayor Gary Christenson, numerous city department heads and myriad elected officials. Of course, this is far from “new news.” Our longest-serving — now former — City Councillor, Craig Spadafora, to whom the city graciously bid adieu Monday evening, has been sounding the alarm bell for at least the last decade, even longer still, that this day was coming, that these times were coming. A virtually never expanding commercial tax base — which even appears to be shrinking — in this community is a major issue compounding the city’s financial woes. This situation, coupled with a well-documented, critically inequitable and just plain wrong, negative chasm between what Malden should receive and what it does, in fact, receive from the Commonwealth of Massachusetts in Chapter 70 funding for the public schools has cast the city into financial crisis. A wide, uncertain shadow is over Malden at this time. Moves have been initiated— historic actions— to address the crisis now befalling our community and are now months in the making. These have been made through a collaboration between the Mayor, his administrative leaders and the members of the Malden City Council. The most major decision was to pursue Malden’s first-ever Proposition 2 1/2 tax override campaign. The Malden City Council voted near the end of 2025 to place a pair of ballot questions before the voters of Malden in a special election on March 31. Junior Aid Association of Malden Announces Grant Application Period M ALDEN, MA — The Junior Aid Association of Malden is pleased to announce that its 2026 grant application period is now open to charitable organizations serving Malden and the surrounding communities. Dedicated to making a positive impact, the Junior Aid Association provides financial assistance and services to charitable programs with a primary focus on health-related initiatives. The organization supports programs that strengthen community well-being, improve health outcomes, and address critical needs affecting women, men, and children. Grant applications will be accepted for programs, projects, or services that align with one or more of the following focus areas: - Promotion of community health and well-being In less than two months, voters will consider two request: questions: one for an override of $5.4 million, and the second for an override of $8.2 million. A simple majority vote authorizes the city to increase the one-time property tax rate by the percentage necessary to raise the levy to those figures. Estimates are that the average homeowner would pay an additional, one-time tax of $328 if the $5.4 million request passes. The one-time additional tax estimate for the $8.2 million request is $517. If both pass, then the highest amount would be levied. Make no mistake, Malden’s financial crisis will not be “solved” with the passage of the tax override. 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Malden Mayor Gary Christenson addressed the Inauguration audience and expressed gratitude on behalf of the City of Malden to Ward 6 School Committee member Joseph Gray and Councillor-at-Large Craig Spadafora, both of whom are not returning for the 2026-2027 term. Both were also presented with tokens of appreciation on behalf of the City of Malden and their respective colleagues. Gray had served for three terms in Ward 6, while Councillor Spadafora owns a piece Mayor and School Committee Chairperson Gary Christenson preside over a caucus to select a Vice Chairperson for the 2026 year. (Advocate Photo/Gino Spadafora) of Malden history as the longest-consecutive serving Councillor-at-Large in municipal history: 11 terms and 22 years. Both gave brief parting remarks. Sworn into new, two-year terms were City Councillors Amanda Linehan (Ward 3) was elected unanimously as City Council President for the 2026 calendar year. She had been serving in that role since June of 2025 after being elected by fellow Councillors and taking over midyear. (Advocate Photo/ Gino Spadafora) Over 47 Years of Excellence! 1978 - 2025 Mid-grade Regular 2.64 3.24 3.35 $3.37 Full Service ULS $2.959 Order online at angelosoil.com Kerosene Now Available! Peg Crowe (Ward 1), Paul Condon (Ward 2), Amanda Linehan (Ward 3, Council President), Ryan O’Malley (Ward 4), Ariane Taylor (Ward 5), Stephen Winslow (Ward 6), Chris Simonelli (Ward 7), Jadeane Sica (Ward 8), Karen Colón Hayes (At Large), Michelle Luong (At Large) and Carey McDonald (At Large). All of the Councillors were reelected to their terms except Councillor-a-Large Luong, who is in her first term. Sworn into new, two-year terms for the Malden School Committee were Michael Drummey (Ward 1), Robert McCarthy Jr. (Ward 2), Jennifer Spadafora (Ward 3, Vice Chairperson), Dawn Macklin (Ward 4), Elizabeth Hortie (Ward 5), Peter Piazza (Ward 6), Keith Bernard (Ward 7) and Sharyn Rose-Zeiberg Malden legends greeted each other at the Inauguration: the longest-serving (over 35 years) City Councillor in municipal history, Paul Condon (Ward 2), left, and former Mayor, City Councillor and State Representative Ed Lucey. (Advocate Photo/Gino Spadafora) The longest-serving Councillor-at-Large in municipal history, over 20 consecutive years, Craig Spadafora, addressed the Malden Inauguration audience on Monday. Councillor Spadafora accepted an acknowledgement of his service and best wishes from the city and his colleagues, as he is not returning in 2026. (Advocate Photo/Gino Spadafora) Ward 2 School Committee member and Vice Chairperson Jennifer Spadafora was reelected to serve in that post for a third consecutive term; above she signs in as a newly sworn-in member. (Advocate Photo/Gino Spadafora) (Ward 8). All of the School Committee members were reelected to new, two-year terms except Piazza, who was elected unopposed to the open seat in Ward 6. Elected unanimously as City Council President for 2026 was Amanda Linehan, who has served in that role for about half of 2025, when she elected to serve out an open seat since early June. Elected unanimousPictured from left to right: Planners of the Inaugural festivities, were the Mayor’s Special Assistant, Maria Luise, Mayor and School Committee Chairperson Gary Christenson and the Mayor’s Administrative Officer, Kathleen Manning Hall. (Advocate Photo/Gino Spadafora) ly to serve as Vice Chairperson was Ward 3’s Spadafora, who has served for the last several years in that role as well. 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Coincidentally, two of the subjects of the essays— Football Varsity Head Coach Witche Exilhomme and Gymnastics Varsity Head Coach Katie Bowdridge— were Hall of Fame inductees the same night, Exilhomme as a Class of 2012 standout student-athlete and Bowdridge as a Distinguished Service Award recipient. The three student essayists Isabella Oliveira (for Katie Bowdridge), Abigail Lee (for Dan Jurkowski) and James Hyppolite (for Witche Exilhomme), all received $1,000 cash scholarships courtesy of the Donoghue Family, in honor or their patriarch, the late Peter Sr., who spent many years supporting teams and athletes at Malden High in many ways. The coaches all received beautiful Golden Eagle Awards, a lacquered Golden Eagle. The evening got an early dose of emotion when James Hyppolite lost the battle of holding back tears as Coach Exilhomme told the story of his and James’ relationship through the years, from both of them arriving from Haiti through the Malden High years. Malden Mayor Gary Christenson, himself a Hall of Fame member and a 1986 MHS alumnus, delivered greetings from the City of Malden and stayed for the entire dinner and induction ceremony. Second-year Malden Superintendent of Schools TimoMalden Public Schools Director of Athletics, Physical Education and Health Charlie Conefrey addresses the audience. (All Advocate Photos/Henry Huang) thy Sippel, Ed.L.D. also addressed the large audience with greetings from the Malden Public Schools. MPS Director of Physical Education and Athletics Charlie Conefrey – a 1997 MHS alumnus and another Hall of Famer – was on hand to congratulate all the inductees and honorees, as was Golden Tornado Club President and Hall of Famer Steve Freker. Still another Hall of Famer, the inimitable Peter Carroll, former Varsity Basketball Head Coach and Class of 1967 alumnus, once again did a magnificent job as Master of Ceremonies, bringing a full quiver of zings and barbs to distribute equally throughout the night. Inducted into the Hall of Fame along with the Distinguished Service Award recipients and one coach with the “Class of 2025” were: —Ronald Fales (Class of 1965), a two-sport standout (Football and Baseball), who was an outstanding teammate and performer for two seaMalden High School Gymnastics Head Coach and Golden Tornado Club Treasurer Katie Bowdridge received the Golden Eagle Award and was also inducted into the Golden Tornado Hall of Fame as a Distinguished Service Award recipient. (All Advocate Photos/ Henry Huang) sons on some of Malden High’s best-ever teams, and with some of the best athletes, such as former Malden Hall of Fame great John Salmon, who was in attendance. In his acceptance Fales spoke glowingly of his teammates — including Salmon — and former coach, the late, great Bill Tighe. “I will never forget my experiences as a player for my Malden High teams,” said Fales, whose three sons all were multi-sport student-athletes at Malden High School. —Robert O’Keefe Jr. (Class of 1972), a Football and Swimming standout, who played on some of the most memorable football teams of the early 1970s along with other Hall of Famers Mike Byrne, John Lopresti and Paul DeVincentis. O’Keefe said his greatest memories from his Malden High days were his teammates and the late Coach Tighe. He said he remains close Be prepared before the next power outage. Malden High Scho ol 2024 graduate and former Gymnastics team member Isabella Oliveira reads her speech regarding her mentor, Head Coach Katie Bowdridge. (All Advocate Photos/Henry Huang) friends with his football teammates to this day, more than 50 Freker in baseball. He gave special recognition to Coach Finn’s wife, Marian, who was in attendance supporting DeBenedictis and other former Tornados that evening. “It is such an honor to be standing here tonight. Malden is a special place,” he said on induction night. “I was lucky to be able to play all three sports and have such great teammates, many of them who have remained friends all my life.” —JulAnn (Lopresti) Casaletto (Class of 1990), a multisport standout of the late 1980s and early 1990s who was best known as one of the top softball players in the Greater Boston League and area. She ALL “IN THE HALL”: The newest Golden Tornado Hall of Fame inductees, pictured from left to right, are Katie Bowdridge, Steve DeBenedictis, Darrin Smith, Witche Exilhomme, Ron Fales, Kevin Carpenito, JulAnn (Lopresti) Casaletto and Robert O’Keefe Jr. years later. “It means so much to me to have been a Malden High School athlete and most of all, for the all my teammates, most of whom became lifelong friends to this day,” said O’Keefe, noting many of them in the audience that evening. —Steven DeBenedictis Receive a free 5-year warranty with qualifying purchase* - valued at $535. Call 866-852-0221 to schedule your free quote! (Class of 1986), a three-sport All-Star in Football, Hockey and Baseball; he was one of the top players in the Greater Boston League, an All-Star in every season as a Football Defensive Back in the Fall, Hockey Goaltender in the Winter and Baseball Shortstop in the Spring. At the time, he set a school record with 7 interceptions in a season in Football and a whopping 68 saves (!!) in a 2-0 loss to the Sacco Bros. (Joe and David) Medford hockey team in 1985-86. He also expressed deep gratitude for the support of his family and to his teammates and coaches: the late Paul Finn in football, Rich Cullen in hockey and Shawn Brickman and Steve thanked the members of her well-known Malden family along with her teammates and coaches through the years for their support. She is now in a household with two Hall of Famers, as her husband, Ed Casaletto, was a key member of the 1987 MHS Football Team, which was inducted in 2019. “I always enjoyed playing all the games and supporting my teammates,” she said. “It was years I will never forget.” —Darrin Smith (Class of 1994), was another “old-school” three-sport athlete (Soccer, Wrestling, Outdoor Track) who excelled in all three and was known as one of the all-time greats on the mat in winter with several Sectional titles to his credit. He also was part of some successful Boys Soccer Teams in his time at Malden High and later came back to help coach Wrestling alongside his brother, Jeremiah Smith, former MHS Wrestling Head Coach and 20-yearplus Soccer Head Coach. ׉ 7cassandra://Ipp_BzZl2Zr53RT1XHp369oT8gXVYHj_17iOyD95XWg4;`i_بuљ9׉E THE MALDEN ADVOCATE–Friday, January 9, 2026 Page 7 “I am so proud to have played for Malden High School and am humbled by this great honor,” he said at the banquet. —Witche Exilhomme (Class of 2012), a three-sport standout in Football, Basketball and Outdoor Track; he was a three-year starter at defensive line in Football, two-year starter in Basketball, and in Track still holds the school record for Javelin throw. He was a three-sport captain and went on to play at AIC and then professional Arena Football; he is now in his fifth season as Malden High Football Head Coach and second year as MHS Dean of Students. “I will always be thankful for my time participating on teams at Malden High, especially for the people at the school and in the city who supported me, and still do,” Coach Exilhomme said, mentioning Dana Brown (former principal), Joe Levine (Recreation Coordinator) and Joe Pappagallo (former Football Head Coach). “This is a strong community and I glad to be part of it.” —Coach Kevin Carpenito, Former Malden Baseball Head Coach Kevin Carpenito was inducted into the Golden Tornado Hall of Fame. Baseball Head Coach (20002016); Coach Carpenito was Varsity Baseball Head Coach for 17 seasons from 2000-2016. In those years he attained 164 wins and led the Golden Tornado Baseball Team. He coached 350 games at Malden High, one of the highest numbers in school history. He led Malden to 10 MIAA Division 1 State Tournament appearances: in 2002, 2003, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2010, 2011, 2012 and 2013. In both 2008 and 2012, Malden was 15-5 overall in the regular season, the most wins in 15 years. Over a dozen Malden High players went on to play college baseball while Carpenito was the Malden High Coach and of them, Juan Portes in 2004 was drafted in the 15th round by Minnesota (eight seasons of minors) and Alex Teal, a 2010 MHS grad, pitched two seasons of professional baseball in the Independent Pecos League in Texas. Hall of Fame inductee Robert O’Keefe Jr. (Class of 1972) and Master of Ceremonies Peter Carroll. Lawrence A. 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The council members brought coffee to the Library staff as a holiday treat to thank them for their hard work and commitment to the Malden community throughout the year. This was part of the council members’ bigger meetand-greet efforts with Malden municipal offices, treating the staff at City Hall, the police station, and the fire station to celebratory coffees, as well. “It was so lovely for the city Malden city councillors Ari Taylor and Amanda Linehan. council to express their gratitude and appreciation to Malden city workers with end-of-year coffee celebrations. The Library staff certainly appreciated this kind gesture, especially after a hectic month providing a variety of holiday-themed events for the community,” said Malden Public Library Director Dora St. Martin. “Malden is such a special place to live and work, with a supportive community that celebrates our collective successes. We were delighted to spend time with our esteemed city council members while sharing coffee and conversation.” The Malden Public Library recently wrapped up a full calendar of holiday-themed events to celebrate the magic of the season with the local community. In addition to diverse programming, the Library offers free resources, items, and services for Malden residents, including computers, Wi-Fi, meeting spaces, job hunting support, English as a Second Language classes, Library of Things and much more. As a private, non-profit corporation, the Library was established with a trust fund from Elisha and Mary Diana Converse in 1885. The building’s maintenance, renovations, artwork and books are funded by the historic trust, with help from generous donations from individuals, families and private foundations. The Board of Trustees – nine Malden residents who volunteer their time – oversee the trust. 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Offered at $674,900 335 Central Street, Saugus, MA 01906 (781) 233-7300 View all our listings at: CarpenitoRealEstate.com MSO issues scam warning involving fake judicial documents Special to The Advocate W OBURN, Mass. – The Middlesex Sheriff’s Office (MSO) is issuing a warning for residents regarding scams involving fake judicial documents, “Preemptive Bail” and digital currency. In recent days, the MSO has received numerous notifications from area residents reporting calls from criminals posing as law enforcement members. In each case, the callers alleged residents had warrants for their arrest for failing to appear in court. In at least three of those instances, residents were sent what appeared to be arrest warrants via text. The warrants – which are fake – indicated charges were for failure to appear and contempt of court. In all the instances – including those involving the fake warrants – scammers tried to convince residents to pay fines of up to $5,000. In one case involving a fake federal warrant, the scammer also sent the resident a document indicating they could post a “Preemptive Bail”, which would allow them to “avert apprehension and secure timely release.” The document also indicated that bail involving cash deposits “can be made at locally available kiosks, such as those found at grocery stores and fuel stations.” Another document indicated that the “White House Administration has approved Digital Currency as a method for posting eligible appearance bonds” and included directions on how to pay at an “Authorized Self Service Bonding Terminal”. “We want to be clear: no legitimate court or law enforcement agency will ever carry out its responsibilities this way,” said Middlesex Sheriff Peter J. Koutoujian. “There is no such thing as preemptive bail, we will never ask you to pay a fine at a gas station or grocery store, and the courts do not accept digital currency. These are all tell-tale signs of a scam.” If you, or someone you know, has been targeted in one of these arrest scams, you are encouraged to contact local law enforcement or the agency that the alleged warrant is from to report the incident. In cases where callers claim to be from the Middlesex Sheriff’s Office, we ask that you call either 781960-2800 or 978-667-1711 and ask to speak with an investigator in the Inner Perimeter Security (IPS) Unit. The Middlesex Sheriff’s Office is also offering scam awareness and prevention presentations for local organizations within Middlesex County. Since the beginning of November, the MSO has delivered scam awareness presentations in five communities. Organizations interested in hosting a presentation may submit a request on the MSO website at www.middlesexsheriff. org/31/Community. Bread of Life to host Community Partner Meet and Greet on Jan. 11 S ave the date and join Bread of Life on Sunday, January 11, at 1 p.m. for a Community Partner Meet and Greet. Share your ideas about Bread of Life and discuss ways to enhance the mission and improve services — facilitated by Bread of Life Board Vice President Mary Beth Leon. The meeting will be held at Bread of Life (54 Eastern Ave., Malden). Cookies and coffee will be served. RSVP: Patty.Kelly@breadoflifemalden.org ׉ 7cassandra://30NJeu2O09czQUrhjqUNeNOyQY9fNVF6Vds-RR4nISk37`i_بuљ9׉ETHE MALDEN ADVOCATE–Friday, January 9, 2026 Page 9 Corey Sullivan Of Malden. Passed away suddenly on January 4, 2026. He was the beloved son of Gerald and Louise (Hardiman) Sullivan. Corey was born in South Boston and raised in Dedham. Corey was a devoted father to Madeleine and Charlotte, a cherished partner to Amanda Oliveira, and a loving brother to Roderick, Gregory, Lisa, and Keith. In his free time, Corey enjoyed cooking and feeding his loved ones, coaching hockey, and being the loudest voice in the crowd during all of his children’s sporting events. Corey is survived by his children, Madeleine Sullivan and Charlotte Sullivan; his partner, Amanda Oliveira of Malden; Amanda’s children, Max Oliveira and Anthony Oliveira; and his siblings, Roderick Sullivan of Malden, Gregory Sullivan of Weymouth, Lisa Sullivan of Rochester, NY, and Keith Sullivan of Billerica. OBITUARIES Services for Corey will be held at The Weir MacCuish Funeral Home, located at 144 Salem St., Malden, on Tuesday, January 13th, from 4:00 to 8:00 PM. Louise Bartolo Of Malden, passed away peacefully on Sunday, December 28th, surrounded by her loving family, at the extraordinary age of 91 years old, one month shy of her 92nd birthday. Louise was born and raised in Malden and was educatELDER LAW, ed through the Malden Public School system. The daughter of the late Angela (née Noce) and Francis Cattoggio. She lived a life of dedicated service not only to her children, but also to many charitable organizations she proudly supported. Louise worked exceptionally hard to ensure her children were cared for. She was a dedicated employee of the Federal Reserve Bank of Boston for over 30 years, while also serving within Marriott. After her retirement, she spent many years part-time at J. Pace and Sons in Saugus, which provided her with long lasting connections and an opportunity to be close to her Italian heriDEMEMTIA AND MENTAL CAPACITY I n the context of estate planning and the practice of elder law, it is important to understand the difference between dementia and mental capacity. Elder law attorneys need to have a good understanding of the difference when meeting with clients to execute estate planning documents and to realize when someone is or is not able to sufficiently understand the nature of the documents that will be executed. Dementia involves a significant decline in one or more of the following: 1. Cognitive decline including attention, memory, language, visuospatial ability and executive function;2. Behavioral changes such as personality shifts, impulsivity, anger or apathy; 3. The activities of daily living such as feeding oneself, taking medications, managing money, hygiene maintenance and preparing meals. Alzheimer’s disease is the most common form of dementia for those individuals age 65 or older, typically involving short term memory loss, language difficulty, or getting lost in familiar situations. The decline is not sudden but rather gradual over time. Capacity involves a clinical opinion, most often rendered by a physician, psychologist, or nurse practitioner. Determination of mental competency is usually made by a judge. A person might have the capacity to execute a Durable Power of Attorney, for example, but might not have the capacity to manage his or her financial affairs. A clinical assessment of capacity will focus on four abilities: 1. Comprehending the nature and purpose of the decision; 2. The ability to apply information presented to his or her own situation; 3. The ability to compare options in order to come to a sound decision; and 4. Being able to express the choice to be made in a clear and consistent manner. The most important part of decision making involves executive function. When executive function falters, you will find that many people’s judgments will be diminished, that there is an inability to plan appropriately, a typical lack of being aware of the mistakes that they are making and also, in today’s fraud environment, more likely to fall for scams. The elderly in our country are being preyed upon continuously by people all over the world. Capacity will often erode over time. It does not erode overnight. Dementia can also progress over a long period of time. Memory loss is certainly important for loved ones to recognize, but more important is whether an individual still knows what he or she is doing and whether or not he or she is behaving in ways that align with past traditional values. Often, family members need to assist elder lawyers in making sure much needed estate/ Medicaid planning is executed when the individual is still able to do so. They are the first ones to recognize when a loved one is suffering from dementia or a lack of mental capacity. Joseph D. Cataldo is an estate planning/elder law attorney, Certified Public Accountant, Certified Financial Planner, AICPA Personal Financial Specialist and holds a master’s degree in taxation. OBIT | SEE PAGE 11 ~ HELP WANTED ~ Type of Person Needed: * Are you an experienced/willing to learn, motivated person looking for a shop where your skills can be valued? A local company with a fleet shop is a busy, family-owned business dedicated to providing high-quality transportation services and public State inspection services. We are seeking a talented Automotive Technician or mechanical knowledge to join our close-knit crew. If you are dependable and proficient in automotive technical work with a passion for excellent customer service, we want to talk to you. 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Frustrated Retiree Dear Frustrated, If you disagree with a coverage or payment decision made by Medicare, you can appeal, and you’ll be happy to know that many appeals are successful, so it’s definitely worth your time. But before going that route, talk with the doctor, hospital and Medicare to see if you can spot the problem and resubmit the claim. Many denials are caused by simple billing code errors by the doctor’s office or hospital. If, however, that doesn’t fix the problem, here’s how you appeal. Original Medicare Appeals If you have original Medicare, start with your quarterly Medicare Summary Notice (MSN). This statement will list all the services, supplies and equipment billed to Medicare for your medical treatment and will tell you why a claim was denied. You can also check your Medicare claims early online at MyMedicare.gov, or by calling Medicare at 800-633-4227. There are five levels of appeals for original Medicare, although you can initiate a “fast appeal” if you’re getting services from a hospital, skilled nursing facility, home health agency, outpatient rehabilitation facility or hospice, and the service is ending. You have 120 days after receiving the MSN to request a “redetermination” by a Medicare contractor, who reviews the claim. Circle the items you’re disputing on the MSN, provide a written explanation of why you believe the denial should be reversed, and include any supporting documents like a letter from the doctor or hospital explaining why the charge should be covered. Then send it to the address on the form. You can also use the Medicare Redetermination Form. See CMS.gov/Medicare/CMS-Forms/CMSForms/downloads/CMS20027.pdf to download it or call 800-633-4227 to request a copy by mail. The contractor will usually decide within 60 days after receiving your request. If your request is denied, you can request for “reconsideration” from a different claims reviewer and submit additional evidence. A denial at this level ends the matter, unless the charges in dispute are at least $190 in 2025. In that case, you can request a hearing with an administrative law judge. The hearing is usually held by videoconference or teleconference. If you have to go to the next level, you can appeal to the Medicare Appeals Council. Then, for claims of at least $1,900 in 2025, the final level of appeals is judicial review in U.S. District Court. Advantage and Part D Appeals If you’re enrolled in a Medicare Advantage health plan or Part D prescription drug plan the appeals process is slightly different. With these plans you have only 65 days to initiate an appeal. And in both cases, you must start by appealing directly to the private insurance plan, rather than to Medicare. If you think that your plan’s refusal is jeopardizing your health, you can ask for an expedited (fast) request, where a Part D insurer must respond within 24 hours, and Medicare Advantage health plan must provide an answer within 72 hours. If you disagree with your plan’s decision, you can file an appeal, which like original Medicare, has five levels. If you disagree with a decision made at any level, you can appeal to the next level. For more information, along with step-by-step procedures on how to appeal Medicare, go to Medicare.gov/claims-appeals and click on “File an appeal.” Also make sure to keep photocopies and records of all communication with Medicare, whether written or oral, concerning your denial. Need Help? If you need help filing an appeal, you can appoint a representative (a relative, friend, advocate, attorney or someone else you trust) to help you. Or contact your State Health Insurance Assistance Program (SHIP), which has counselors that can file your appeal for you for free. To locate your local SHIP, go to ShipHelp.org or call 877-839-2675. 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. 1. On Jan. 9, 1793, Jean-Pierre-François Blanchard made the first USA manned untethered balloon flight, viewed by what president who gave him a “passport” for a safe landing? 2. In what TV cooking series did Graham Kerr start each episode by running into the set and leaping over a dining room chair? 3. Where did blue laws (or Sunday laws) originate? 4. On Jan. 10, 49 BC, Julius Caesar crossed the Rubicon, saying “the die is cast,” with what result? 5. Which film was advertised as “Garbo Laughs!” — “Camille” or “Ninotchka”? 6. On Jan. 11, 1973, MLB owners voted to approve DH, which is what? 7. Which U.S. state’s motto is the only one in French — “L’ Étoile du Nord”? 8. On Jan. 12, 1894, Danish immigrant Jacob Riis lectured on “The Need of Playgrounds and Open Spaces”; what president called him “New York’s most useful citizen”? 9. What basketball legend has the nickname “His Airness”? 10. What character was originally thought to be a make-believe friend of Big Bird? 11. What 1800s poet (born in Maine; died in Cambridge, Mass.) wrote the poem “January”? 12. On Jan. 13, 1864, what American songwriter of “Oh! Susanna” died? 13. Vermont’s Wilson “Snowflake” Bentley was the first person to do what? 14. What does “Mind Your P’s and Q’s” (be on your best behavior) come from? 15. January 14 is National Dress Up Your Pet Day; what film dog had a makeup eye circle? 16. In what century was tiramisu invented: 19th, 20th or 21st? 17. In 1911, Ray Harroun won the first Indianapolis 500 and also was the first to use what helpful device? 18. Guinness World Records reports that Josef Kardinal has the largest collection of snow globes (11,000), including the oldest (1889), which is a souvenir with what tower inside? 19. January 15 is National Pothole Day; in 2023 what former California governor claimed to have repaired a pothole? 20. What is the name of the old trade route between Asia and Europe? ANSWERS 1. George Washington (the flight [with a small dog] was from Philadelphia for 45 minutes) 2. “The Galloping Gourmet” 3. England, then colonial America 4. A civil war (his crossing the river with an army was against the law) 5. “Ninotchka” 6. Designated hitter, who bats for a pitcher 7. Minnesota (The Star of the North) 8. Theodore Roosevelt (Riis was a photojournalist who authored “How the Other Half Lives”) 9. Michael Jordan 10. Mr. Snuffleupagus on “Sesame Street” 11. Henry Wadsworth Longfellow 12. Stephen Foster 13. Take a picture of a snowflake with a microscope 14. 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Louise appreciated the sim- LEGAL NOTICE - City of Malden Massachusetts INSPECTIONAL SERVICES 215 Pleasant Street, 3rd Floor Malden, Massachusetts 02148 (781) 397-7000 ext. 2030 MALDEN SITE PLAN REVIEW COMMITTEE FOR ACCESSORY DWELLING UNITS PUBLIC HEARING The Malden Site Plan Review Committee for Accessory Dwelling Units will hold a public hearing in Malden City Hall, 215 Pleasant Street, Malden, MA, Mayor’s Conference Room, 4th Floor, at 6:00 P.M. on Tuesday, January 27, 2025, on the petition of Jose Cruz, filed in Permit Application #RES-073797-2025 under Title 12, Code of the City of Malden, Section 12.32.030.D, seeking Site Plan Review and Site Plan Approval of a proposed Accessory Dwelling Unit to be constructed in the basement of the existing single-family dwelling, at the property known as and numbered, 15 Andrew Street, Malden, MA, and by City Assessor’s Parcel Identification #166 550 013. Petition and plans are available for public review in the Inspectional Services Department, Malden City Hall, 215 Pleasant Street, Room 330, Malden, MA and through the City website under Permit Application # RES073797-2025 at https://maldenma-energovweb.tylerhost.net/apps/SelfService#/home By: Nelson Miller Building Commissioner Site Plan Review Committee Chair January 9, 16, 2026 - LEGAL NOTICE - City of Malden Massachusetts INSPECTIONAL SERVICES 215 Pleasant Street, 3rd Floor Malden, Massachusetts 02148 (781) 397-7000 ext. 2030 MALDEN SITE PLAN REVIEW COMMITTEE FOR ACCESSORY DWELLING UNITS PUBLIC HEARING The Malden Site Plan Review Committee for Accessory Dwelling Units will hold a public hearing in Malden City Hall, 215 Pleasant Street, Malden, MA, Mayor’s Conference Room, 4th Floor, at 6:00 P.M. on Tuesday, January 27, 2025, on the petition of Ernst Desir, filed in Permit Application #RES-0695652024 under Title 12, Code of the City of Malden, Section 12.32.030.D, seeking Site Plan Review and Site Plan Approval of a proposed Accessory Dwelling Unit to be constructed in the basement of the existing single-family dwelling, at the property known as and numbered, 109 Walnut Street, Malden, MA, and by City Assessor’s Parcel Identification #081 361 116. Petition and plans are available for public review in the Inspectional Services Department, Malden City Hall, 215 Pleasant Street, Room 330, Malden, MA and through the City website under Permit Application # RES069565-2024 at https://maldenma-energovweb.tylerhost.net/apps/SelfService#/home By: Nelson Miller Building Commissioner Site Plan Review Committe Chair January 9, 16, 2026 PUBLIC NOTICE CITY OF MALDEN LICENSING BOARD Notice is hereby given that a Public Hearing will be held before the Licensing Board for the City of Malden at Malden City Hall, 215 Pleasant Street, Room 108, Malden, MA 02148 on Tuesday, January 20, 2026, at 6:00 P.M. regarding the application of Gray Matter, LLC d/b/a The Inkwell located at 75 Pleasant Street, Suite 200, Malden, MA 02148 for a New License, being a M.G.L. c. 138, §12 seven (7) day, all alcohol, General On Premises liquor license to be consumed on the premises. All interested parties will be given an opportunity to be heard. 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The City and the Consortium are developing the next Annual Action Plan, which describes how CDBG and HOME funds will be used in the new program year that begins July 1, 2026. The City and Consortium will hold community meetings and a public comment period on the Annual Action Plan following the schedule below: Tues. Jan. 20: CDBG Public Services and Physical Improvements applications available online at https://www.cityofmalden.org/864/CDBG-Program. All applications must be submitted using the City’s Neighborly Software platform linked from this page. Potential CDBG applicants requesting technical assistance regarding their applications should email schalfinsmith@cityofmalden.org. Wed. Jan. 21: Community meeting at 6pm, in person at Malden City Hall, 215 Pleasant Street, Malden. This meeting will include an overview of the CDBG and HOME programs and the Annual Action Plan and Consolidated Plan process. Thurs. Feb. 19: CDBG applications due by 5pm. Tues, Apr. 7: Draft Annual Action Plan is released, and public comment period begins. The plans will be published online at https://www.cityofmalden.org/873/HUD-Reports-and-Notices. Hard copies are available by request to pgoldstein@cityofmalden.org. Comments may be submitted to pgoldstein@cityofmalden.org with subject line “AAP Public Comment” or to Paul Goldstein, OSPCD, 215 Pleasant Street, Malden, MA 02148. Wed, Apr. 15: Community meeting at 6pm, in person at Malden City Hall, 215 Pleasant Street, Malden,. This meeting will include an overview of the draft annual action plan. Mon, May 4: Public comment period ends at 5pm. By Friday May 15: Annual Action Plan is submitted to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development for review. Tues. July 1: Program Year 2026 begins. Additional public meeting information will be posted here: https://www.cityofmalden.org/calendar.aspx. 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