Maldden alld a Vol. 29, No. 7 den -FREEMalden Chamber To Host State of The City — see page 5 AADDV CATEAC CATCTE AT www.advocatenews.net Published Every Friday Junior Aid Assoc. of Malden hosts Valentine Derby 617-387-2200 Friday, February 14, 2020 CDBG program welcomes proposals to support neighbors in need By Barbara Taormina T he city is looking ahead to a new round of federal funding through the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) program, and the Malden Redevelopment Authority (MRA), which manages the grant, has been reaching out to explain how the program works and how local organizations can participate. MRA Community Development Director Alex Pratt was at the Senior Center this week with information, guidelines and applications for funding through the CDBG program, which is administered by the U.S. Department of Housing & Urban Development (HUD). Malden will receive a $1.35 million grant this year which will fund a range of programs that serve the city’s low-to-moderate-income residents. “About 35 percent of Malden’s Mayor Gary Christenson (left) and State Representative Paul Donato during the Valentine Derby hosted on February 9 by the Junior Aid Association of Malden. See page 10 for photo highlights. MHS Hockey Senior Night Malden High School Senior Kevin Ivany of Malden, a Revere/Malden/Matignon High School Co-Op Hockey Team player, is shown thanking his dedicated parents, Maureen and Joe, during Senior Night at Cronin Rink this past week. (Courtesy of Twitter@Mayorof Malden) grant will go toward payments on Section 108 federal loans,” said Pratt, adding that the loans have been used to fund road repairs in low-to-moderate-income neighborhoods, the reconstruction of Lincoln Commons and renovations to the Senior Center. Although Malden has benefi ted from the 108 Loan Program, Pratt noted the loans have cut into the MRA’s ability to deploy CDBG funds to support other programs and services. Still, the MRA stretches the annual grant to fund zero interest loan programs for home repairs for low-to-moderate-income property owners and capital improvement projects that benefi t the city’s low-to-moderate-income population. “HUD allows us to use 15 percent of the total grant for public service programs,” said Pratt, adding that this year there will be about $200,000 in CDBG funds for public services that directly impact low-to-moderate-income residents. Every fi ve years, HUD requires CDBG recipients to outline priorities and strategies to fight poverty in a in a consolidated plan. In the MRA’s new fi ve-year plan for 2020-2024, the preservation and development of affordable housing, rehabilitation of existing housing and support for homebuyers continue to be priorities. In other priority areas, Pratt said, the plan includes a new emphasis on climate resiliency, economic justice and support for immigrant communities. For example, the 2020-2024 plan calls for public services and programs to remove language barriers, increase accessibility, improve public health, promote climate adaptation and environmental justice and support economic opportunity for the city’s low-to-moderate-income residents, particularly immigrants, children, seniors, domestic violence survivors and people with disabilities. The plan also prioritizes improvements to parks, public facilities and infrastructure that increase accessibility, resiliency to climate change and address other issues that disproportionately aff ect low-to-moderate-income residents. The new plan continues to prioritize economic development to provide opportunities to low-to-moderate-income residents. But unlike the MRA’s 2015 plan that focused on the potential of Malden’s downtown revitalization to generate good jobs with higher wages, the new plan calls for job readiness, skills training and small business support to address income inequality and to provide economic opportunities for residents and households that earn less than 50 percent of the area median income of $113,300. According to Pratt, 40 percent of Malden residents fall into that group. Pratt explained that local groups applying for funding for a public service program need to highlight how their proposals address at least one of the priorities outlined in the new five-year plan, which is available on the MRA website. Applications for public services funding must also show that that the proposed program will provide a new service or a quantifi - able increase in an existing service that will make a signifi cant diff erence to Malden residents with the greatest needs. Public service programs that received CDBG funding last year in include Communitas, a family swim program for low-to-moderate-income, developmentally disabled children, the Youth Harbors program, which off ers supCDBG | SEE PAGE 7
Page 2 THE MALDEN ADVOCATE–Friday, February 14, 2020 City Council puts off vote on housing trust appointments By Barbara Taormina T he City Council postponed a scheduled vote on two appointments to the board of the city’s Aff ordable Housing Trust Fund. The Personnel and Appointments Committee voted last week to recommend that the full council approve Mayor Gary Christenson’s appointments of Brian Slater and Angie Liou to the Housing Trust Fund board. Councillors did, however, have questions about the appointments. Slater lives in Melrose and Liou is a resident of Boston, and according to the city’s municipal code, anyone appointed to a board or commission must be a Malden resident. Exceptions to the residency requirement include those employed before 1999, school teachers, non-clerical employees of the Planning Board, the physician appointed to the Board of Health and people appointed by the mayor and the council “who have been designated to serve by virtue of their employment with the city.” The assistant city solicitor, who was at last week’s personnel committee meeting, said the city’s ordinance on appointments is ambiguous, and suggested committee members move forward with the appointments while the legal department reviews questions and prepares an opinion. “We voted unanimously to approve their appointments, but subsequent questions have come up,” said Personnel Committee Chair Ward 1 Councillor Peg Crowe this week. Crowe asked the council to table their vote on the appointments until more answers are available. Slater and Liou have extensive experience with aff ordable housing. Slater, a vice president of East Boston Savings Bank who had a hand in developing Forestdale Park, serves as the treasurer for Housing Families. Liou is the executive director of the Asian Community Development Corporation, which preserves and develops affordable housing primarily for members of the Greater Boston Asian community, including residents of Malden. Over the past week, a lot of criticism of the appointments of Slater and Liou has been buzzing through the city. Some feel the appointments violate an ordinance that is anything but ambiguous. Others question why the city would appoint nonresidents to oversee a fund that will be partially supported by Malden taxpayers via the city’s Community Preservation fund. An online poll posted on Malden (MA) Politics asked if Malden should allow nonresidents to serve on Malden Boards and Commission. Among those who responded, 112 said no, 21 said it depends and six people said yes. City searches for the deed to Trafton Park By Barbara Taormina A $400,000 state grant for improvements to Trafton Park is on hold while the city searches for proof that the city owns the land. Assistant City Solicitor Ken dine drink gather enjo First Breakaway Appearance! Friday, February 14 at 9 PM WELCOME TO THE JUNGLE Rosetti was at this week’s City Council meeting with an update on the search that has involved the city’s engineer, treasurer and assessor as well as the legal department. Rosetti explained that the state Executive Offi ce of Energy and Enviy Saturday, February 15 at 9 PM Celebrate Valentine's Day with WILDFIRE The Guns & Roses Experience! Dance the Night Away! Friday, February 21 at 9 PM BRANDY Saturday, February 22 at 9 PM ULTIMATE ALDEAN EXPERIENCE ronmental Aff airs (EEA), which awarded the grant to the Malden Redevelopment Authority (MRA), requires the city to provide documentation that Malden has full ownership of the park. Rosetti said he and City Solicitor Kathryn Fallon have been digging through city records that go back to the 1800s in search of the city’s title to Trafton Park. “We have literally gone into the archives at the library to look at old assessment records, old valuation lists, old street lists to the point where our hands are literally caked with the dust and dirt of reviewing these volumes,” Rosetti told councillors. The legal department has also hired a title examiner to research the title at the Registry of Deeds. The examiner is also researching probate fi les to see if claims could be made by owners of abutting parcels. 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Councillor-at-Large Stephen Winslow, who along with Ward 6 Councillor David Camell worked with residents to develop the Trafton Park master plan, stressed there is a $400,000 on the line. “If we can’t find the piece of the puzzle, can the city claim the land by adverse possession?” asked Winslow, adding that the city has been using the land as a park for as long as anyone can remember. Adverse possession allows a person or entity that doesn’t have legal title to property to acquire ownership based on continuous use and occupation of the land. Rosetti said there are other options the city could consider, but he warned that they would take time. MRA Community Development Director Alex Pratt has been updating EEA on the city’s title search. Although the state will eventually need certifi cation of ownership, Pratt said it’s possible that the design phase of the park project will be able to move forward if the city has a time frame for whatever resolution on the title that it intends to pursue. The $400,000 grant will cover the design and construction of phase 1 improvements to the park, which include expanding play areas, upgrading the ballfi eld and improving accessibility. “The state has shown a willingness to work with us,” said Pratt, adding that EEA wants to see the project succeed. “They know we own the park, we know we own the park; we’re just trying to fi nd the piece of paper that says what everyone knows,” said Pratt. 505 Broadway Everett, MA 02149 Tel: 617-387-1120 www.gkdental.com In House Dental Plan for $399 (Cleanings, X-Rays, Exams twice a year and 20% OFF Dental work) Schedule your FREE Consultations today
THE MALDEN ADVOCATE–Friday, February 14, 2020 Page 3 Baker-Polito Administration announces construction will begin to complete Northern Strand Community Trail $13.7 million construction contract awarded to R. Zoppo Corp. O n February 7, the Executive Offi ce of Energy and Environmental Affairs (EEA), along with the Cities of Everett, Lynn, Malden and Revere and the Town of Saugus, announced that construction on remaining sections of the Northern Strand Community Trail will begin. The completed project will result in a transportation and recreation corridor of about 11.5 miles from the Mystic River to the Lynn shoreline, connecting the communities of Everett, Malden, Revere, Saugus and Lynn. Through EEA’s Gateway City Parks program, the Baker-Polito Administration has invested more than $15 million to design, permit and construct the Northern Strand. “The Baker-Polito Administration has made expanding access to the Commonwealth’s outdoor resources a priority, and the Northern Strand is a terrifi c example of that work in action,” said EEA Secretary Kathleen Theoharides. “Trails connect communities, off er recreational and transit opportunities while providing signifi cant environmental benefi ts, and we are proud to support this project, which will provide greater mobility and access to Massachusetts’ great outdoors for residents in these Gateway Cities.” “Now, more than ever, trails such as the Northern Strand can provide an important travel corridor for the public to get to destinations,” said Transportation Secretary/CEO Stephanie Pollack. “The Northern Strand Community Trail will encourage more walking and bicycling for people trying to reach retail areas, schools and other locations. This project is an example of how we can achieve the visions and goals set forth in the State Bicycle and State Pedestrian Plans. We have to give more people more choices for travel and this trail does that.” The $13.7 million construction contract has been awarded to R. Zoppo Corporation through a public bidding process. Construction operations have begun with field work starting in early 2020, and full construction activities will commence in early spring. In addition to constructing remaining sections of the trail, R. Zoppo Corporation will make additional improvements to existing sections. The construction work will be observed in the fi eld by Stantec Inc., with construction administration services being provided under the leadership of Brown Richardson + Rowe, which was – together with Stantec – hired by EEA to design and permit the Northern Strand on *BEDROOM SETS *DINING ROOM SETS *KITCHEN SETS ASHLEY SOFA 781-321-7700 DISCOUNT FURNITURE COMPLETE LINE OF QUALITY FURNITURE AT LOW PRICES *SOFA / LOVE SEATS *TABLES & CHAIRS *COMPUTER DESKS $399.00 ASHLEY BEDROOM SETS 895.95 $ LAYAWAY PLANS AVAILABLE 42 Willow St., Malden, Ma. behalf of the fi ve communities. The contract is being administered by the City of Revere on behalf of all fi ve communities. Project updates and projected work schedules will be shared with the public via the City of Revere website and social media outreach. Construction crews, fencing and signage along the trail corridor will be visible during the construction process, which may limit access at times. Temporary trail closures are possible in order to accommodate the logistics of various work activities. Construction plans will prioritize public safety during heavy construction while balancing opportunities to maintain public access to portions of the trail where possible. “I am excited to see that we are one step closer towards the expansion of the Northern Strand Community Path through Lynn becoming a reality,” said Lynn Mayor Thomas M. McGee. “The realization of this project has been a collaborative eff ort throughout the years between state and local officials, community groups and residents. I look forward to the day in the very near future when our residents can enjoy this family-friendly recreational path.” “The Northern Strand Community Trail is not only a wonderful recreational escape for people in the densely-populated cities north of Boston, its completion will provide an important component of alternative transportation as the region addresses vehicular traffi c congestion on the North Shore,” said Revere Mayor Brian Arrigo. “The extension fulfi lls the dream of a ‘Bike to the Sea’ link from Boston to the seashore. The trail will complement the new development happening in Revere and other North Shore communities and contribute to healthy lifestyles that benefi t everyone. Intrepid commuters may choose to ride a bike from the North Shore into Boston – instead of sitting in traffi c. For almost all of the way into Boston, the Northern Strand Community Trail will provide a scenic alternative path to their destination.” “Malden greatly appreciates the work and investment being made by the Governor’s Gateway City Parks team that will double the paved length of the Northern Strand Trail and fully realize the vision of the fi ve communities and the Commonwealth to connect our neighborhoods to our waterfronts, schools, parks and businesses and beyond via a bike and pedestrian trail,” said Malden Mayor Gary Christenson. “We are excited to progress into the construction phase of this project, bringing us one step closer to providing safer, more secure pathways for residents and visitors to use and enjoy,” said Saugus Town Manager Scott Crabtree. “We are proud to move forward with this design that incorporated feedback from residents which was gathered during two public meetings. 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City plans pilot program for translation services By Barbara Taormina C ity Councillors support the plan to offer translations of their dockets and meeting minutes, but they want more time to consider a program proposed this week by the Citizens Engagement Committee. Councillor-at-Large Debbie DeMaria, who chairs the committee, outlined a four-month pilot program that would offer translations upon request through the city website. Bay State Interpreters would provide the translation services, which would be paid for with $10,000 in a fund for professional services for the City Council. “Through the hard work of the members of the committee, we have validated the need within the community,” said DeMaria. Although the proposal for the program originally specified translations in Arabic, Cantonese, Haitian Creole, Mandarin, Portuguese, Spanish and Vietnamese, DeMaria recommended that translations be offered in any language. But councillors were concerned about the cost of the program. At Bay State Interpreters’ rate of 16 cents per word, the cost to translate the docket and minutes of one City Council meeting into one language could run around $475. Requests for translations in multiple languages could quickly deplete the $10,000 budget for the program. Ward 3 Councillor Amanda Linehan proposed scaling back the pilot to translations in one or two languages that have been identified as the greatest need in terms of linguistic isolation. “That would give us a chance to get our arms around the budget a little more,” she said. Ward 5 Councillor Barbara Murphy suggested that if the pilot program is successful, the city should solicit multiple bids from translation services providers to see if there are companies that offer rates more favorable than 16 cents a word. Other councillors felt the city should move forward with the four-month pilot until either the time or the money runs out. “We have a budget and we have a limited amount of time. 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THE MALDEN ADVOCATE–Friday, February 14, 2020 Page 5 Sen. Lewis promotes Reach Out and Read program Malden Chamber presents 2020 Mayor’s State of the City Breakfast on Feb. 25 State Senator Jason Lewis recently joined Clifford the Big Red Dog and staff interns Anne Hoyt and Andrea Gottfried to promote early childhood literacy and the Reach Out and Read program at a State House briefing on February 6. Reach Out and Read is a literacy program that funds early literacy and school readiness programs by partnering with doctors to give out free books and encourage families to read together. In Massachusetts, Reach Out and Read serves almost seven out of 10 kids, 62 percent of whom are low-income, through almost 3,000 pediatric providers. (Courtesy Photo) MRA to provide free training in lead safety practices T he Malden Redevelopment Authority (MRA) administers a federally funded lead paint abatement program that has resulted in the abatement of lead paint from several hundred housing units in Malden. The MRA is committed to making Malden “Lead Safe” and is providing the opportunity for local residents and employers to receive training in lead safety practices. Specifically, the MRA will contract with the Institute for Environmental Education in Wilmington to provide free training in lead paint abatement. Depending upon the interest, courses could range from de-leader worker to leadsafe renovation to contractor/ supervisor. Initial, refresher and Spanish-speaking courses will be available. For more information about courses, dates and times, please contact the MRA’s Healthy Homes Office at 781-397-1940. Mayor Gary Christenson T he Malden Chamber of Commerce and Presenting Sponsors J Malden Center and Cantella & Co., Inc., announce the 2020 Mayor’s State of the City Breakfast on February 25 at 7:30 a.m. at Anthony’s (105 Canal St.). Join business and community leaders, city and state officials and Malden residents to hear Mayor Gary Christenson review Malden’s 2019 achievements and highlight the City of Malden’s plans for 2020. A buffet breakfast will be available from 7:30 a.m. until the end of the program at 9:00 a.m. Join Us For Friday, Feb. 14, 2020 Bring your sweetheart, your friends, and your appetite to Jack’s Ristorante for that extra special day of memories. YOU WILL LOVE JACK’S MENU! BILLY PEZZULO Start Your Weekend at the Marina Dance Party! Celebrate Valentine's Day with singer Saturday, February 15 at 9 PM Dance to the Hits from House to Techno DJ LOGIK Friday, February 14 at 9 PM MONDAY'S SHUCK! $1.00 Oysters Book your next Function with us! Free Parking • Water Views Call 781-629-3798 SUNDAY BRUNCH BUFFET Only $19.95 / 11am-2pm Featuring Al Whitney Jazz Band BOOK YOUR NEXT FUNCTION WITH US * GIFT CARDS AMPLE FREE www.marinaatthewharf.com 543 North Shore Rd. Revere 781-629-3798 PARKING AMAZING WATER VIEWS Make your reservations early 781-388-0005 655 Eastern Ave., Malden Jacksinmalden.com Happy Valentine’s Day to all! Tickets are $35 per person and are available at www.maldenchamber.org. Advance registration is strongly recommended as this is often a sold out event. For more information email info@maldenchamber.org or call the Chamber at 781-322-4500.
Page 6 THE MALDEN ADVOCATE–Friday, February 14, 2020 Mayor visits ParentChild+ family at home By Tara Vocino M ayor Gary Christenson visited a family in the Malden ParentChild+ program on Wednesday morning at Malden Towers. According to ParentChild+ Coordinator Laura D’Angelo, ParentChild+ provides early literacy and school readiness support to low-income families and/or those who have risk factors by offering a curriculum of books and toys, which are alternated weekly over the period of two “years,” each year consisting of 23 weeks of visits. Funded by The Wellington Foundation, they cover the cost of $2,730 per family, including books, toys and program materials, which the family keeps after graduation in June. “It’s so fun to see him read to her,” said D’Angelo about Christenson, whose name Utsahi Luitel, 2, kept repeating leading up to Wednesday’s visit. “It’s great interaction – you can tell how much he cares.” Parbati Luitel, who has been receiving visits since April, said it’s an advantage to teach her daughter how to read early. Mayor Gary Christenson reads “Lola at the Library” by Anna McQuinn to Utsahi at her Florence Street home on Wednesday morning. “We feel lucky,” said Luitel, who moved from Nepal to the United States in 2014. “Early intervention is a great opportunity for us.” Her mother said toys are her daughter’s favorite part of the visit. Utsahi, who was dressed in a princess dress, plans to enroll in Head Start for preschool and Beebe Elementary School when she turns six years old. The program emphasizes relationships with child and parent, and D’Angelo said mother Parbati and father Biswa are a great example to Utsahi, with a brother, Utkist, on the way. The same goes for Malden Public Schools Early Learning Specialist Evelyn Baratam, she added. “Utsahi is doing great,” said D’Angelo, who added that research has shown a higher graduation rate for program participants. “They’ve established a wonderful relationship.” Christenson said it was fun and invited her family to visit his office. D’Angelo thanked Superintendent John Oteri, Massachusetts Program Director for ParentChild+ Carol Rubin and Malden Early Learning Center Principal Peter Dolan for their support with Malden’s 19 ParentChild+ participants. Tara Vocino may be reached at printjournalist1@gmail.com. Malden Public Schools Early Learning Specialist Evelyn Baratam, Parbati Luitel, Mayor Gary Christenson, ParentChild+ Coordinator Laura D’Angelo and Parbati’s daughter, Utsahi, 2, bottom center, with the snowman project and books that were read on Wednesday. Utsahi Luitel, 2, Parbati Luitel and Malden Public Schools Early Learning Specialist Evelyn Baratam during a 45-minute ParentChild+ session, which intervenes early in life and helps vulnerable toddlers on a path to possibility. (Advocate Photos by Tara Vocino) $600 H2226_191016_032735_M UHCSCO_191016_032735 to buy approved health items. Now available at Walmart. Are you 65 or older and have MassHealth and Original Medicare? Call today. 1-844-866-2944, TTY 711 Benefits and features vary by plan. Limitations and exclusions apply. UnitedHealthcare SCO is a Coordinated Care plan with a Medicare contract and a contract with the Commonwealth of Massachusetts Medicaid program. Enrollment in the plan depends on the plan’s contract renewal with Medicare. This plan is a voluntary program that is available to anyone 65 and older who qualifies for MassHealth Standard and Original Medicare. If you have MassHealth Standard, but you do not qualify for Original Medicare, you may still be eligible to enroll in our MassHealth Senior Care Option plan and receive all of your MassHealth benefits through our SCO program. CST27301C Health & Wellness Products Card Jane Doe 9999 9999 9999 99999
THE MALDEN ADVOCATE–Friday, February 14, 2020 Page 7 Malden family benefits from Mystic Valley Elder Services Caregiver Support Program C aring for a person with Alzheimer's disease or dementia at home is a difficult task and can become overwhelming at times. Each day brings new challenges as the caregiver copes with changing levels of ability and new patterns of behavior. It is a demanding responsibility. Caregivers work hard year round to provide assistance to their loved ones. Devoting themselves physically and emotionally, caregivers take on enormous duties in bringing comfort to a friend or family member. Normal everyday tasks such as dressing, bathing, eating, and the basic activities of daily living often become difficult to manage for both the person in need of care and the caregiver. Unfortunately, there is no perfect instruction manual. “It is important for caregivers to reach out for help,” explains Mystic Valley Elder Services Caregivers Support Coordinator Kathy Learned. “Caregiving is very difficult to do on your own. They need to recognize that they need and deserve a break from their caregiving responsibilities. Many times, caregivers benefit from talking with others in similar situations.” Nikki, 50, of Malden, is caregiver to her husband Paul, 56, who has had early onset Alzheimer’s for more than two years. She attends Mystic Valley Elder Services’ (MVES) Family Caregivers Support Group. She and Paul have three young sons just fi nishing school and Nikki is a nurse and works nights. “Finances are tight,” said Nikki, with two kids in college and Paul having to leave his job due to the disease. “It can be difficult and very emotional,” she says. Paul is getting direct care including mental stimulation and physical care at an adult day health center three times a week, which MVES is helping him receive, and he is very happy there. Transportation is also provided through MVES to his day care services. During this time, Nikki fi nds time for herself to get a haircut and do errands. She is thankful for the support of her family, such as her sons who live at home, her mom, and Paul’s dad, who stays with him during the week. They have also hired a companion who takes walks with Paul at night when she is working. “Mystic Valley has helped Malden’s Early Voting schedule for Presidential Primary T he City of Malden is off ering Early Voting for the March 3 Presidential Primary. From Monday, February 24, through Friday, February 28, all registered Malden voters will have the option of casting their ballots early at the John & Christina Markey Malden Senior Community Center (7 Washington St.) during regular City Hall business hours. City Hall hours are Monday, Wednesday and Thursday from 8 a.m.-4 p.m., Tuesday from 8 a.m.-7 p.m. and Friday from 8 a.m.-noon. Alternatively, voters may still go to their polling places on Election Day, March 3, from 7 a.m.-8 p.m., if they wish to vote in the usual manner. Voters CDBG | FROM PAGE 1 port services to homeless Malden High students, Tufts University’s Sharewood Project, which operates a weekly free health clinic in Malden Center and the Malden Neighborhood Basketball League, which provides an organized recreational outlet and counseling to high schoolaged boys. The deadline for CDBG grant applications is Feb. 28 at noon. may also choose to vote by absentee ballot. Applications for an absentee ballot may be obtained at the City Clerk’s Offi ce or downloaded from https:// www.sec.state.ma.us/ele/eleabsentee/absidx.htm. Voters who will be away on Election Day, have a physical disability or whose religious beliefs prevent them from going to the polls may submit an application for an absentee ballot. Absentee ballots are available now. For additional information on early voting, absentee voting, voter registration or other election-related questions, contact the City Clerk’s Offi ce at 781-397-7116 or elections@cityofmalden.org. Program proposals and supporting documents listed on the grant application must be either hand-delivered to the MRA offi ce on the third fl oor at 17 Pleasant St., or sent to the MRA, P.O. Box 278, Malden, MA 02148, Attn.: Alexander Pratt. “We try to include as many projects as we can,” said Pratt, who encouraged applicants with questions to call the MRA offi ce. “If you need help to make this work, we want to work with you,” he said. us out tremendously,” said Nikki. “They have been fabulous, whether it is the support group where you talk to people going through the same situation or troubleshooting direct problems that are specifi c to our age and issue. Our journey is a bit diff erent due to our age and fi nances, the fact that we have children in their 20's and also taking care of our aging parents all while I work.” Mystic Valley Elder Services has a range of accessible and affordable caregiver services through its Family Caregiver Support Program, such as oneon-one assistance, family meetings, community resources, caregiver support groups and peer support, with many off ered at no or low cost to caregivers. 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We were young boys when we met at Devir Park. It was a great place back then, much diff erent than the empty basketball courts you see today. There were so many of us. We spent our days active, either playing sports or on our bicycles pedaling to new adventures. Kevin and I never went to the same school, so these experiences were the foundation of our friendship. Us boys turned to teenagers and the bicycles turned to cars. Kevin was the fi rst person I picked up after I got my license. We were both so excited, I will never forget that. We would spend days cruising and listening to music. 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Price includes Adm. + Roller Skates. Cake, soda, paper goods, 20 tokens for birthday person plus 100 Redemption Tickets and a gift from Roller World in one of our private BP Rooms. A 1940s photograph taken by Charles Duncan. (Facebook post by Dana Smith) Comics on Tuesdays because that’s when the new CDs came out. These are the times in the course of our friendship I cherish. We remained very close as we grew into adults. Our friendship evolved. Gone were the consecutive days and weeks that we would see one another. But our bond never wavered. My heart breaks when I think of what has happened. I feel for my friend. I feel for his family. I feel for myself and the many of us from Devir Park, who are now one less. When I think about Kevin, a tear begins to form. But then a smile. I think of all the beautiful days we spent together. It’s not easy but refl ecting on all these memories make it less diffi cult.” “What you are about to see is a matter of human record. Explain it: we cannot. Disprove it: we cannot. We simply invite you to explore with us the amazing world of the Unknown ... to take that One Step ... Beyond.” Speaking of Preacher Jack... “Friend of Malden” and Gloucester’s best Willie “Loco” Alexander turned 77 years young this January 13 and looks better than most people half his age. President Lyndon Johnson sat in the White House when Willie’s fi rst band, The Lost, were fi rst getting started. In 1968 his next band, The Bagatelle, helped create what became known as the “Bosstown Sound.” They played legendary clubs, such as the Psychedelic Supermarket and The Crosstown Bus, in front of crowds high on weed, LSD and Schlitz. In 1971 he was recruited to play with the Lou Reed(less) Velvet Underground, which resulted in an extended tour of Europe and an early taste of the rock n roll touring lifestyle. I caught up with Willie musically in 1980 when he was with the Boom Boom Band playing clubs like The Rat, The Channel, Jumpin Jack Flash and The Paradise. I got hooked the fi rst time I heard “Mass Ave./Kerouac”! Fast forward to 2013, Willie’s wonderful and lovely wife, Anne, is throwing a surprise 70th birthday celebration for her hubby. She has rented the Davis Square Theatre in Davis Square, Somerville, to host this epic event and has invited 200 of Willie’s nearest and dearest friends (although she later admitted the 200-person capacity wasn’t nearly big enough). On the guest list is Malden’s own Preacher Jack, who has been asked to open the evening with a short set. Willie and Jack had been playing together occasionally for about three years, mostly on the North Shore. They became fast friends through a mutual acquaintance, Gloucester native and fellow musician David “Doc” Vincent. When playing on the same bill they both would do solo sets and end the evening sitting at the same piano pounding away at the Yamaha for about 10 to 15 minutes – playing whatever boogie-woogie sounds that came into their creative/fertile minds. 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THE MALDEN ADVOCATE–Friday, February 14, 2020 Page 9 El Mexsal celebrates ribbon-cutting on Medford Street “Fahrenheit 451” book discussion – Feb. 18 at Malden Senior Center Y ou don’t have to be a senior to attend! The Senior Center Book Group, under the guided leadership of Carmen Arnone, meets monthly (third Tuesday of the month) in the library at the Malden Senior Center. On February 18 at 11:00 a.m., the group will discuss the Malden Reads 2020 book selection, “Fahrenheit 451” by Ray Bradbury. All who have recently read the book are welcome to join the group. Please RSVP to maldenreads@gmail.com. The discussion lasts for about an hour. The Malden Senior Center is located at 7 Washington St. in Malden. Parking is limited (but there are nearby lots), so please leave plenty of time to park and arrive on time. Cheverus Catholic All Class Reunion – March 5 Mayor Gary Christenson recently attended the grand opening of the El Mexsal Authentic Latin Food restaurant on Medford Street. (Photo Courtesy of the City of Malden) M ayor Gary Christenson attended the recent ribbon-cutting celebration for the new bar/first anniversary of El Mexsal Authentic Latin Food restaurant (97 Medford St., the location of the former Sillari’s Pizza). Featured are authentic and flavorful Mexican and Salvadorean dishes prepared with only the freshest of ingredients. El Mexsal now has a full bar and serves a variety of beverages, including smoothies and homemade juices. The new owners have made substantial investments in the property and have created a warm, inviting and welcoming space for folks to stop in for a delicious dinner. Their goal is to have a staff of between five and eight employees. They are open on Sundays from 10 a.m.-10 p.m. and Fridays and Saturdays from 10 a.m.-11 p.m. and can be found at Grubhub, Opentable and Grabull. Malden Reads to host community dinner at Ethiopian restaurant M alden Reads will hold a Community Dinner at Mogogo Ethiopian Cuisine (1 Highland Ave.) on Tuesday, February 25, from 7:00–9:00 p.m. as part of the “NEA Big Read: Malden” event series. Community Dinners at local restaurants are a tradition for the “One City, One Book” program, which is now in its tenth year. They are a chance to meet other community members, share a delicious meal and support a local business, all while engaging in informal discussions related to the topics of this year’s book selection, “Fahrenheit 451” by Ray Bradbury. You do not need to have read the book to attend. General “Table Talk” questions will be provided. Have you ever tasted Ethiopian food? Well, if not, now’s your chance! And if you’re already a fan, please come and share your enthusiasm and companionship with other Malden Reads participants. Ethiopian food is well flavored with a mixture of different spices and herbs, including chili powder, fenugreek, ginger, garlic, cardamom and cinnamon. Community Dinner attendees will be treated to a buffet including both mild and spicy meat, legume and vegetable dishes, an Ethiopian salad and, as a special treat, Ethiopian coffee service. The meal is accompanied by injera, a traditional Ethiopian bread (made with teff flour, not wheat) that is used in lieu of utensils to scoop the food for eating. The meal selections accommodate most diets, including vegan and gluten-free. Beer and wine (including traditional Ethiopian types) are available for purchase. The restaurant is located in the shopping plaza near Donut Villa on Highland Avenue, and there is plenty of free parking. The cost is $20 per person, including tax and tip. All beverages but coffee are an additional cost. Meal payment and reservations can only be made in advance through Eventbrite. com. Search for “Malden Reads Community Dinner.” Space is limited so make your reservation soon. MC High School to celebrate the work of artist Jos Estrela with gallery reception O n Friday, February 28, Malden Catholic High School will hold an art gallery reception – open to all – featuring artist José Estrela from 6:30-8:30 p.m. in the Girls Program Hub Gallery. On a quarterly basis, Malden Catholic Girls Program proudly features the work of well-known artists. This February and March, 14 original digital art pieces will be on display – highlighting the work of Azores, Portugal, native José Estrela for students, families and the community to enjoy. “We are so fortunate to be able to share José Estrela’s creativity and mastery of many art forms, especially digital,” said MC Girls Program Principal Lisa Cenca. “We hope everyone will come and celebrate José’s skill and talent with us at this exciting event.” Estrela is an established graphic designer whose mindset and works over the years reflect upon the vivid landscapes, colors and music of the Azores. He was reinforced in early schooling in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, and began exploring his artistic skills as a teen by creating design, artwork and sculptures for friends CELEBRATE | SEE PAGE 15 T he Cheverus Catholic School will be hosting an all class reunion on Thursday, March 5 at 6:30 p.m. at the Monsignor Foley Hall Entrance, 30 Irving St., Malden. Wine and hors d’ouevres will be served. 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Page 10 THE MALDEN ADVOCATE–Friday, February 14, 2020 Junior Aid Assoc. of Malden hosts Valentine Derby Malden Councillor-at-Large Deb DeMaria is shown with a guest on Sunday. O The Croken family is shown during the Valentine Derby at Anthony’s of Malden. A donation from Junior Aid was presented to Heaps of Hope, Inc. in Mrs. Claire Croken’s name. n Sunday, February 9, the Junior Aid Association of Malden hosted its Valentine Derby at Anthony’s of Malden with over 100 guests in attendance. It was an extraordinary afternoon of horse racing, raffles and fun! The Croken Family was in atMalden Councillor-at-Large Craig Spadafora with Albert Spadafora, the owner of Anthony’s. tendance to receive a plaque in honor of Claire Croken, who was honored for her lifelong commitment to community service. A donation from Junior Aid was presented to Heaps of Hope, Inc. in Mrs. Croken’s name. The event was further proof that we are inState Representatives for Malden Paul Donato (left) and Steve Ultrino. deed surrounded by a very supportive community. The Junior Aid Association of Malden is a 501(c)3 group providing financial assistance to charitable organizations with a focus on women, children and health-related issues for 108 years. MALDEN: TODAY | FROM PAGE 8 theatre (the look on his face was priceless), until they shut the lights around midnight or so. Mission of Burma was in the house! David Minehan and The Neighborhoods, including original drummer boy Mike Quaglia, were there. The Bags, Nervous Eaters, Birdsongs of the Mesozoic, Reddy Teddy, Barrence Whitfield, Dennis Brennan, Asa Brebner, Kenne Highland and Frank Rowe were present. Randy Black managed the stage. Noise Magazine CEO and founder T Max and legendary Globe music critic Steve Morse (and his son) were spotted. Rathskeller owner Jim Harold made an appearance. The “Upper Crust’s” Ted Widmer, drummer Cal Cali, poet Jim Dunn, songbird Andrea Gillis and David “Doc” Vincent were all present. Heck, even the “the Wolfa Goofa with the Green Teeth” himself was there, J. Geils front man and solo artist Peter Wolf. Preacher took the stage early and did a rousing number popularized by Jerry Lee Lewis, a request from Willie’s adoring wife “Lady Anne” (as Preacher calls her), “Whole Lot Of Shakin’ Going On.” His set was short and sweet. He paid homage and wished a very happy birthday to a living legend and “punk rock” pioneer (his “long lost musical brother,” as Willie calls Jack) the best way he knows how: on stage, in front of a piano, singing Jerry Lee Lewis. Random “Malden: Today, Tomorrow and Yesterday” thought... Who else has stopped and admired the ancient storefront door on the corner of Prince and Margaret Street in the North End? “Ice-cold Pepsi Cola,” “Drink Coca-Cola” and a beauty of a “Dentyne Chewing Gum” advert will brighten your day. Take a step back in time next time you visit Galleria Umberto or Regina’s Pizzeria and enjoy this North End ghost sign. This just in... heard back from an old friend, Pearl & Perry’s son and MHS Athletic Hall of Famer Perry Verge, on the Paul “Twinks” McKinnon controversy... “first off he was a legend at Leonard School yard (Gary Campsmith also) for his wiggle ball/stick ball greatness. He then hung out at Devir Park at the Bandstand until he moved up to the big time at Amerige Park when his mom let him cross the Fellsway! He only dabbled at Morrison Park (in Medford) with some kid named Carey!” Perry also had this scouting report on Danny “Leo” Reardon – says “Leo started out at Devir as a great little league pitcher (also pickup baseball/softball games at Devir)...then he made his way up to Amerige Park after proving himself at Devir! Nice to read and reminisce on your musings Pete!!!” Thank you, Perry! Breaking news...the Freker boys Jack, Steve, Gary and Mike are – rightfully – talked about as some of the best athletes that ever suited up for Malden High MALDEN: TODAY | SEE PAGE 14
THE MALDEN ADVOCATE–Friday, February 14, 2020 Page 11 Malden High coed gymnastics team pulls out win over Salem to close out season By Steve Freker T hey competed in every meet and got better each week of the season. In the last regular season competitive event, the Malden High varsity coed gymnastics team broke through with a dual meet victory over host Salem High. A team effort helped head coach Katie Bowdridge’s Golden Tornadoes squad to a 102-70.8 win over the Witches at Baker’s School of Gymnastics in Salem. “We have a young team this year that has been working hard and improving every week,” Coach Bowdridge said. “It was great to see them earn a well-deserved win against Salem.” In their previous meet, the Golden Tornadoes gymnastics team was bested by Bishop Fenwick, 125.5-103.1. Highlights of the season were two close battles with next-door rival Medford, where the Mustangs prevailed by just a few points, in meets decided by just one or two events at the competition. “Make it or break it” week for MHS girls’ basketball It’s come down to the final week of play for the Malden High girls’ basketball team and any postseason aspirations. A rough stretch of the road which saw Malden drop 6-of7 games, broken up by a nonThe Malden High gymnastics team capped its season with a big win on the road over Salem High this week. (Courtesy/Malden High Athletics) league win over Chelsea, has left head coach Scott Marino’s squad at 7-10 overall (1-7 Greater Boston League [GBL]). Malden needed wins in all three of its final trio of games – all on the road – if it intends on getting to the MIAA State Girls Basketball Tournament. Teams qualifying for the postseason need a minimum of 50 percent winning percentage, or a 10-10 record. On the schedule this week Malden has a road game at CASH Academy on Wednesday afternoon, was back in Boston at Madison Park last night (after press time) and then tonight is at Salem High at 6:00 p.m. Malden beat the first opponents the first time they played this year and dropped a close, 52-50 game to Salem at home last week. MHS boys’ basketball has a tough stretch in the GBL Head coach Don Nally’s Golden Tornadoes boys’ basketball squad dropped three GBL games in the past week to finish the league portion of the schedule at 1-7 (4-13 overall). The Golden Tornadoes team was set to finish its regular season schedule with three non-league matchups: at Lynn Classical on Wednesday night; on the road at St. John’s Prep tonight (7:00 p.m. start); and the regular season and home finale on Tuesday night, Feb. 18 at 6:00 p.m., hosting Woburn High. MHS boys’ basketball will honor three before final home game on Senior Night On Feb. 18 before its final home game versus Woburn (6:00 p.m. tipoff), the Malden High boys’ basketball team will honor and acknowledge its three members of the Class of 2020 who will be playing in their last game. On Senior Night, Malden will say goodbye to co-captains David Mervilus, Khaydar Al-Hamdani and Berhan Daniel. Malden/Revere/Matignon hockey falls to Medford High Mustangs, 2-1 The Malden/Revere/ Matignon co-op boys hockey team was eliminated from postseason consideration on a 2-1 loss to GBL rival Medford. The loss dropped the threeschool co-op squad to 4-9-3 with three games left on the regular season schedule. Malden was scheduled to host non-leaguer Hamilton-Wenham Wednesday night, play on the road at East Boston’s Porrazzo Rink Saturday (4:40 p.m.) and conclude the season with a home game versus Lynn on Monday, with a time to be announced. Malden High Indoor Track gets school record, gears up for States By Steve Freker T wenty Malden High School indoor track standouts represented the Blue and Gold at the MIAA Division 1 State Track Boys and Girls Championship Meet. The meet was held Wednesday after press time at the Reggie Lewis Center at Roxbury Community College in Roxbury. Included will be record-setter Jania Williams-Royster, who set a new Malden High mark in the high jump when she leaped 5 feet-1 inch in the final regular season meet, a win over Revere which clinched the girls’ side Greater Boston League (GBL) title.Williams-Royster, a junior, will be participating in that event for the State Title and is seeded ninth overall, tied for the highest seeding for any Golden Tornadoes performer this season from Coach David Londino’s team. She will also be competing in the 55-meter dash, her best of 7.90 seconds this year getting her the #32 seed. Golden Tornadoes teammate Makayla Preston is seeded ninth overall of 26 throwers in the shot put event. Preston’s best this season was 33 feet-3 1/4 inches. Malden senior Pryanna Alper is the #19 seed in the 300-meter run, her best time this year 44.19 seconds. Representing Malden in the 600-meter run will be senior Nour Chouiki, whose best time this year was 1:48.12. freshman Catherine Santos, sophomore Sara Dzaferagic, junior Kaitlyn Mini and sophomore Kayla Montina. Four more will represent Malden High in the 4 X 400 relay: Nour Choukii, Alper, Batoul Chouiki and Angelina Schorr. Their best time of 4:28.14 earned them the #18 seed. On the boys’ side, senior Jean MHS junior Jania WilliamsRoyster set a Golden Tornadoes school record in the high jump event with a 5 feet-1 inch mark. (Courtesy Photo/ Malden HS Athletics) Four Golden Tornadoes will team up in the 4 X 800 relay: Gerard is seeded 13th in the 55-meter hurdles (8.09 seconds). Freshman Johnny Emmanual, who won the 300-meter run at the Greater Boston League meet, is seeded #21 in the States (36.93 seconds). Gerard, the GBL meet winner in the shot put, will also compete in a second event in the States, his best throw of 45 feet-5 1/2 inches getting him a 15th seed in that event. Senior captain Yousef Lahkiky will run in the 600-meter, seeded 30th (1:28.01). Fellow senior captain Omar Asousy (2:41.69) is 25th seed in the 1000-meter. Malden senior captain Ezra Kruckenberg is the #20 seed in the high jump, his best leap this year at 5 feet-10 inches. Malden runners competing in the 4 X 200 relay event at 24th seed are sophomore Mackenley Anasthal, senior Ishmael Sylus, sophomore Justin Zou and Emmanual. Malden has a high seed in the 4 X 800 meter relay, set at #10 with their best time 8:27.60: Lahkiky, junior Brendon Santos, senior Josue Paleus and Asousy.
Page 12 THE MALDEN ADVOCATE–Friday, February 14, 2020 Malden’s Akombi set new school swim record at North Sectionals Many other Malden swimmers also qualify for Division 1 State Swim Meet By Steve Freker S ix Malden High swimmers qualified to compete in the Massachusetts Interscholastic Athletic Association (MIAA) Division 1 State Swim Meets based on their standout performances in Sunday’s North Sectional Meet, including a new Golden Tornadoes school record set in the 100-yard backstroke by sophomore Chloe Akombi. The North Sectionals were held at MIT. Akombi finished fourth in SPORTS | SEE PAGE 13 Golden Tornadoes sophomore Chloe Akombi set a new Malden High school record in the 100-yard backstroke and qualified for two individual e vents for the MIAA Division 1 State Girls Swim Championship Meet. (Courtesy/ Malden HS Athletics) Malden High junior David Lombardi qualified for the MIAA Division 1 Boys State Championship Meet in two events at this past Sunday’s North Sectional meet. (Courtesy/ Malden HS Athletics) The Zesiger Sports and Fitness Center Pool at MIT in Cambridge was packed for the MIAA Boys and Girls North Sectional Swim Championships on Sunday. (Courtesy/Malden HS Athletics) Malden Neighborhood Basketball League 35th ~ Week 6 ~ Saturday 2-8-20 @ Ferryway Game 1 – Hawks 44, Bullets 43 The Bullets had a lead at the end of every quarter, accept the one that counted. As Hawks Andy Nguyen (17) & Yousef Kerany (14) made sure they captured the slightest of Victory. While Bullets ‘Go to Man’ Christian Molain (26) had the Game High, but was the only double digit bright spot on the bullets roster this day. Game 2 – Sixers 55, Kings 51 The Kings had a 13 point lead at the half and seemed to be controlling every aspect of the game as Sixers Anthony Baires (25) Wootchy Jean Baptiste (16) The Emerald got a much bigger fight than expected when Ryan Saint-Fort scored 10 of the Celts 20 in the 3rd and endKen Mazonson MNBL Commissioner Shai Cohen (10) Chipped away late into the 3rd and got it down to just 2 points & eventually got the lead late in the game, to grab a 4 point win. Kings Sammy Solorzano and Jason Crocker both had a solid (20) in this tough loss. Free throws could’ve helped as they both went 4-12 combined. Game 3 – Celtics 56, Lakers 43 ed with a game high (21) and Sean Kelley added (12) of his own. Lakers Wesley Johnson & Jordan Bridgeman-Dicks did most their damage in the 2nd half and dropped (16) a piece. 1 more quarter could’ve turned the game in a different way? Sunday 2-9-20 @ Ferryway Game 1 – Kings 62, Pistons 44 Pistons Amanual Beshah (19) Kept on his scoring ways as Jevonte Augustin scored (10) in our opening game this Sunday. The Difference in the game was the Kings outscoring their opponent 20-11 in the 3rd and that pretty much sealed the way to Victory. And After a few game hiatus Kings Cam Scott returned with the game high of (20) Jason Crocker scored (18) & ‘Rejuvenated’ Dominic Bono had (13) Season Game 2 – Sonics 67, Bullets 62 The Sonics Scoring machine of Jameel Dorcena (27) DariBASKETBALL | SEE PAGE 14 2020 TEAM Sonics Celtics Hawks Bullets Kings Sixers Lakers Pistons SAT. 2-15 Kings 00 Hawks 00 Lakers 00 Celtics 00 Pistons 00 Bullets 00 MALDEN NEIGHBORHOOD BASKETBALL LEAGUE Gms behind W L 8 8 6 4 3 3 2 2 1 1 3 5 6 6 7 7 0 0 2 4 5 5 6 6 NEXT WEEK’S GAMES SUN. 2-16 Sonics 00 Celtics 00 Hawks 00 Sixers 00 Bullets 00 Kings 00 Streak W - 3 W - 2 W - 3 L - 3 W - 1 L - 1 L - 2 L - 2
SPORTS | FROM PAGE 12 the North Sectional Girls 100 backstroke event overall with a time of 1:01.13, a new school mark. It is the third meet she has set a new “best ever” time in that event this season. Akombi finished even higher in the 200-yard Individual Medley (IM) qualifying to compete in a second event in the Girls State Meet, with a 2:13.18 fi nish. She placed second in the North Sectionals behind the winner, Matignon sophomore Gracie O’Connell (2:09.40). Akombi is seeded fourth for the State Meet in that event. Five other Golden Tornadoes swimmers qualifi ed to compete in the Division 1 State Boys Swim Meet, which will be held this Sunday, Feb. 16 at 7:30 p.m. at Boston University. The Division 1 State Girls Meet will be held at the same location and time. Malden junior David Lombardi, who has been one of Greater Boston League champion Malden’s top performers all season long, qualifi ed for the State Meet in two events as an individual. Lombardi earned a 14th-place fi nish in the 200-yard IM and a time of 2:04.87. He also qualified in the 100-yard backstroke with a 56.75 seconds fi nish, good for 16th place. Malden’s quartet of David THE MALDEN ADVOCATE–Friday, February 14, 2020 ished 24th at 1:38.22. The cutLombardi, Tony Giech, Nathan Nguyen and Vinicius Mendez swam to a 20th off was 1:36.86. That event was won by St. John’s Prep with a time of 1:28.24. Golden Tornadoes sopho-place fi nish in the 200-yard medley relay at the North Sectional with a time of 1:48.82, just under the state qualifying time, to earn a spot in Sunday’s State Meet. Lombardi, a junior, who has been one of Greater Boston League champion Malden’s top performers all season long, also qualifi ed for the State Meet as an individual with a 14th -place fi nish in the 200-yard IM and a time of 2:04.87. Malden senior Haoxi Wang, another key swimmer in the pool this past winter season, qualifi ed for States with a 53.32 seconds fi nish in the 100-yard freestyle, good for 22nd place. Wang just missed qualifying for States in the 50-yard freestyle by 4/10ths of one second with a 23.32 seconds fi nish, just shy of the 23.28 Division 1 benchmark. Eddie Wang of Acton-Boxborough won the 100 freestyle with a time of 47.50 seconds. Malden competed in the 200yard freestyle relay, but just missed out on a States-qualifying time. The four of Lombardi, Giech, sophomore Tony Luu and senior Ryan Vasili fi n~ Home of the Week ~ SAUGUS Quaint 6 room, 3 bedroom colonial featuring living room with wood flooring open to dining room with wood flooring, full bath, eat-kitchen with pantry leading out to nice three season screened porch - great for entertaining, overlooking level yard with patio area and storage shed, full basement, newer rubber roof, vinyl siding. A little TLC will make this home shine. Offered at $349,900 335 Central Street, Saugus, MA 01906 (781) 233-7300 View the interior of this home right on your smartphone. View all our listings at: CarpenitoRealEstate.com 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! more Tony Giech got as close as you can get to qualifying for States in the 100-yard breaststroke without getting a spot. He finished 24th at 1:04.70, missing the cut off by a mere 1/100th of a second from the qualifying time of 1:04.69. The Malden girls missed out in a close one for States qualifi cation in the Girls 200-yard Page 13 medley relay, fi nishing 19th at 2:05.41, with the quartet of Akombi, Abby Tang, Samantha Tang and Wara Ramirez Morales. The States cutoff was 2:05.00. Good luck to all the Golden Tornadoes swimmers competing in the Division 1 State Championship Meet Sunday.
Page 14 THE MALDEN ADVOCATE–Friday, February 14, 2020 MALDEN: TODAY | FROM PAGE 10 School. But, as Dave Angelo pointed out recently, their aunt, Cheryl, may have been the best of the bunch. Anybody else want to weigh in? “This is the end, beautiful friend, this is the end, my only friend, the end...” Another fascinating picture and commentary posted the other day by “Malden Back in the Day” MVP Dana Smith. It struck a nostalgic ~ Legal Notice ~ COMMONWEALTH OF MASSACHUSETTS THE TRIAL COURT PROBATE AND FAMILY COURT DEPARTMENT Middlesex Probate and Family Court 208 Cambridge Street Cambridge, MA 02141 Docket No. MI19D3639DR DIVORCE SUMMONS BY PUBLICATION AND MAILING Jessica Smith aka Jessica Porong, Plaintiff vs. Benzion Tweneboah-Koduah, Defendant To the Defendant: The Plaintiff has filed a Complaint for Divorce requesting that the Court grant a divorce for Irretrievable Breakdown of the Marriage 1B. The Complaint is on file at the Court. An Automatic Restraining Order has been entered in this matter preventing you from taking any action which would negatively impact the current financial status of either party. SEE Supplemental Probate Court Rule 411. You are hereby summoned and required to serve upon: Jessica Smith aka Jessica Porong, 61 Exchange St., #10, Malden, MA 02148 your answer, if any, on or before 03/03/2020. If you fail to do so, the court will proceed to the hearing and adjudication of this action. You are also required to file a copy of your answer, if any, in the office of the Register of this Court. WITNESS, Hon. Maureen H. Monks, First Justice of this Court. Date: January 23, 2020 TARA E. DeCRISTOFARO REGISTER OF PROBATE February 14, 2020 nerve with me. Seems Preacher Jack frequented this location often many years ago as a wild teenager. He found solace there and considered it a holy shrine of sorts. Ya gotta know Jack, I guess, to understand this completely. Anyway – about 10 years ago he asked me to take him there one last time. He wanted to reconnect with this hallowed ground “one more time before I die.” The ride was a short one but the walk into the Middlesex Fells to our destination was a slow, tortured one due to Jack’s bad feet. We completed our mission. Not in record time. Jack smoked a bunch of cigarettes and recited some “Luke the Drifter” for us, which made it all worthwhile. Jack is still with us in 2020, a resident of Tewksbury State Hospital – the very last stop on his “Everlasting Celebration of the Spirit Never Ending Tour.” Here is Dana’s post: “Not quite Malden, but a stone’s throw away in the Middlesex Fells Reservation. Trolley cars ran through the Reservation from 1910 to 1946 on their route between Medford and Stoneham Squares. Four reinforced concrete bridges were built for the route, three of which still remain including this northernmost trestle type bridge which skirts Dark Hollows Pond. The 110-year-old trestle is 275 feet in length spanning a 40-foot ravine. In the circa 1940 photograph you see a trolley traveling over the bridge, the frozen pond in the foreground. Though the trolleys are no more, the pond and trestle are there today, the latter fairly visible when the leaves are off the trees.” BASKETBALL | FROM PAGE 12 us Philippe (20) Jose Davila (17) led the way with a lil help from the deep ball [hitting 9] as they remain in a tie on top of the land. The Bullets Christian Molain scored half of his teams points with (31) and Nico Soares tried to keep pace with (12) of his own. Game 3 – Hawks 61, Sixers 35 Hawks Yousef Kerany (27) had himself a game to end our weekend as he scored 11 points alone in the 4th to catapult his team to victory. On the others side the Sixers had only 3 players score in the entire game as Anthony Baires (25) led the way, with all his points coming in the fi rst 3 quarters. The crimson had only 4 points in the 4th , which pretty much allowed the Hawks to run away with the Big Win. ~ LEGAL NOTICE ~ COMMONWEALTH OF MASSACHUSETTS THE TRIAL COURT PROBATE AND FAMILY COURT Middlesex Probate and Family Court 208 Cambridge Street, Cambridge, MA 02141 (617) 768-5800 Docket No. MI20P0372EA Estate of: Jane Ann Chartor Date of Death: 06/25/2019 CITATION ON PETITION FOR FORMAL ADJUDICATION To all interested persons: A petition for Formal Adjudication of Intestacy and Appointment of Personal Representative has been filed by Joseph Chartor of Framingham, MA and Carolyn Goodman of Sharon, MA requesting that the Court enter a formal Decree and Order and for such other relief as requested in the Petition. The Petitioner requests that Joseph Chartor of Framingham, MA and Carolyn Goodman of Sharon, MA be appointed as Personal Representative(s) of said estate to serve Without Surety on the bond in an unsupervised administration. IMPORTANT NOTICE You have the right to obtain a copy of the Petition from the Petitioner or at the Court. You have a right to object to this proceeding. To do so, you or your attorney must file a written appearance and objection at this Court before: 10:00 a.m. on the return day of 02/25/2020. This is NOT a hearing date, but a deadline by which you must file a written appearance and objection if you object to this proceeding. If you fail to file a timely written appearance and objection followed by an affidavit of objections within thirty (30) days of the return day, action may be taken without further notice to you. UNSUPERVISED ADMINISTRATION UNDER THE MASSACHUSETTS UNIFORM PROBATE CODE (MUPC) A Personal Representative appointed under the MUPC in an unsupervised administration is not required to file an inventory or annual accounts with the Court. Persons interested in the estate are entitled to notice regarding the administration directly from the Personal Representative and may petition the Court in any matter relating to the estate, including the distribution of assets and expenses of administration. WITNESS, Hon. Maureen H. Monks, First Justice of this Court. Date: January 28, 2020 TARA E. DeCRISTOFARO REGISTER OF PROBATE February 14, 2020
CELEBRATE | FROM PAGE 9 and family. Eventually he studied at Berkshire Community College in Massachusetts, where he was advised to enroll in a visual arts course, which Estrela feels was the most rewarding advice he ever received. Following his love for art, Estrela enrolled in the Sculpture Department at the University of Iowa. ~ Legal Notice ~ COMMONWEALTH OF MASSACHUSETTS THE TRIAL COURT PROBATE AND FAMILY COURT DEPARTMENT Middlesex Probate and Family Court 208 Cambridge Street Cambridge, MA 02141 Docket No. MI19D4176DR DIVORCE SUMMONS BY PUBLICATION AND MAILING Manuel Bento, Plaintiff vs. Vanessa Bento aka Vanessa Leveille, Defendant To the Defendant: The Plaintiff has filed a Complaint for Divorce requesting that the Court grant a divorce for Irretrievable Breakdown of the Marriage 1B. The Complaint is on file at the Court. An Automatic Restraining Order has been entered in this matter preventing you from taking any action which would negatively impact the current financial status of either party. SEE Supplemental Probate Court Rule 411. You are hereby summoned and required to serve upon: Manuel Bento, 19 Linwood St., Apt. 1, Malden, MA 02148 your answer, if any, on or before 03/23/2020. If you fail to do so, the court will proceed to the hearing and adjudication of this action. You are also required to file a copy of your answer, if any, in the office of the Register of this Court. WITNESS, Hon. Maureen H. Monks, First Justice of this Court. Date: February 7, 2020 TARA E. DeCRISTOFARO REGISTER OF PROBATE February 14, 2020 ~ LEGAL NOTICE ~ COMMONWEALTH OF MASSACHUSETTS THE TRIAL COURT PROBATE AND FAMILY COURT Middlesex Division 208 Cambridge Street Cambridge, MA 02141 (617) 768-5800 Docket No. MI20C0139CA In the matter of: FNU Enjong Fri Mbachan Epse Ndama CITATION ON PETITION TO CHANGE NAME A Petition to Change Name of Adult has been filed by FNU Enjong Fri Mbachan Epse Ndama of Malden, MA requesting that the court enter a Decree changing their name to: Enjong-Fri Mbachan Ndama IMPORTANT NOTICE Any person may appear for purposes of objecting to the petition by filing an appearance at: Middlesex Probate and Family Court before 10:00 a.m. on the return day of 03/06/2020. This is NOT a hearing date, but a deadline by which you must file a written appearance if you object to this proceeding. WITNESS, Hon. Maureen H. Monks, First Justice of this Court. Date: February 07, 2020 TARA E. DeCRISTOFARO REGISTER OF PROBATE February 14, 2020 February 14, 21 & 28, 2020 THE MALDEN ADVOCATE–Friday, February 14, 2020 “I greatly appreciated all of the Page 15 art courses I pursued because they allowed me to explore the many venues where art can be applied,” said Estrela. More recently, the artist entered the world of digital art and graphic software, and he commented, “Art has made me recognize that in an interpretive sense engineering wouldn’t allow me to break the rules – but art has no boundaries.” • WEEKLY MOWING • IRRIGATION • DETHATCHING • MULCHING & EDGING • CRAB GRASS PREVENTER • FERTILIZER • BUSH & SHRUB TRIMMING • SPRING CLEAN-UP • SOD INSTALLATION • WALLS & WALKWAYS www.Steves ServicesLLC.com “One call does it all!” 781-808-1061 ~ LEGAL NOTICE ~ NOTICE OF MORTGAGEE’S SALE OF REAL ESTATE By virtue and in execution of the Power of Sale contained in a certain mortgage dated November 20, 2017 given by 852-854 Salem Street LLC to Steven A. Ross, Trustee of Salem Street Lending Trust u/d/t dated November 16, 2017, said mortgage recorded with Middlesex County (Southern District) Registry of Deeds in Book 70273, Page 552 and amended by an Amendment of Mortgage dated May 2, 2019 recorded with Middlesex County (Southern District) Registry of Deeds in Book 72571, Page 435, and which mortgage the undersigned is the present holder, for breach of the conditions of said mortgage and for the purpose of foreclosing the same will be sold at Public Auction at 10:00 A.M. on the 10th day of March, 2020 at 852-854 Salem St., Malden, Massachusetts, all and singular the premises described in said mortgage. To wit: Property Address: 852-854 Salem Street, Malden MA 02148 The land with the buildings thereon, situated on Salem Street, in the part of Malden, Middlesex County, Massachusetts, called Maplewood, and bounded and described as follows: SOUTHERLY by Salem Street, by two lines measuring respectively, 61.62 feet and 10.04 feet; WESTERLY by North Milton Street, 115 feet; NORTHERLY by land now or formerly of George Abbott, 75.74 feet and EASTERLY by land now or formerly of S.B. Wadsworth, 115 feet. Said premises now contain 7,659 square feet more or less. There is excepted from above conveyance so much of said premises as was taken by the City of Malden for the purpose of widening said streets. Said premises are subject to any building lines established by the City of Malden and Takings as aforesaid. For title reference see deed recorded herewith [Book 70273, Page 549 at the Middlesex County (Southern District) Registry of Deeds]. Premises to be sold and conveyed subject to and with the benefit of all rights, rights of way, restrictions, easements, covenants, liens or claims in the nature of liens, improvements, public assessments, any and all unpaid taxes, tax titles, tax liens, water and sewer liens and any other municipal assessments or liens and rights of any tenants and parties in possession, if there be any, or existing encumbrances of record which are in force and are applicable, having priority over said mortgage, whether or not reference to such restrictions, easements, improvements, liens or encumbrances is made in the deed. The successful bidder will pay all costs of recording the foreclosure deed and any other foreclosure documents including, without limitation, all state and county excise stamp fees, and shall also be responsible for any Title V inspection and repair requirements. Terms of sale: A deposit of twenty five thousand dollars ($25,000.00) by certified or bank check will be required to be paid by the purchaser at the time and place of sale. The balance is to be paid by certified or bank check to Baker, Braverman & Barbadoro, P.C., 300 Crown Colony Drive, Suite 500, Quincy, MA 02169 within thirty (30) days from the date of sale. Deed will be provided to purchaser for recording upon receipt in full of the purchase price. In the event of an error in this publication, the description of the premises contained in said mortgage shall control. Other terms, if any, to be announced at the sale. Steven A. Ross, Trustee of Salem Street Lending Trust Present holder of said mortgage By its Attorneys, Baker, Braverman & Barbadoro, P.C. 300 Crown Colony Drive, Suite 500 Quincy, MA 02169
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Page 18 THE MALDEN ADVOCATE–Friday, February 14, 2020 TRAIL | FROM PAGE 3 like to thank Governor Baker, Lieutenant Governor Polito, and the Executive Offi ce of Energy and Environmental Aff airs for their support of this important regional initiative. I would also like to commend the Cities of Revere, Malden, Lynn, and Everett for their dedication in turning this multi-community eff ort into a reality. In addition, I would like to thank all of the Town’s volunteers who contributed their ideas and suggestions, which strengthened the community vision for this important recreational staple.” “The Northern Strand, and in particular the Revere and Saugus portions along the Rumney Marsh, is a simply magnifi cent trail that off ers natural beauty in an otherwise urban setting,” said State Representative RoseLee Vincent (D-Revere). “I thank the Baker-Polito Ad~ LEGAL NOTICE ~ MALDEN CITY COUNCIL PUBLIC HEARING The Malden City Council will hold a public hearing in the Auditorium on the First Floor of the JOHN & CHRISTINA MARKEY MALDEN SENIOR COMMUNITY CENTER, 7 Washington Street, Malden, MA at 7:05 P.M. on Tuesday, March 17, 2020 on the petition of Misty Mountain Shop, LLC on behalf of 323 Commercial Street LLC seeking a special permit under Section 300.20, Chapter 12, Revised Ordinances of 1991, as Amended, of the City of Malden, to allow a Marijuana Establishment namley, a marijuana retailer at the property known as and numbered 323 Commercial Street, Malden, MA and also known by City Assessor’s Parcel ID059 246 603A. Petition and plans are available for public review in the City Clerk’s Office, 1st Floor, 110 Pleasant Street, Malden, MA and on the City’s website under Permit Application # CMID-032303-2020 at https://permits. cityofmalden.org/EnerGov_PROD/SelfService#/home. February 7 & 14, 2020 By: Gregory Lucey Clerk OPEN HOUSE - SATURDAY ministration, the collaboration among Revere, Saugus, Lynn and Everett, as well as Bike to the Sea for making this come to fruition. The enhancements in Revere and the completion of the Saugus-Lynn parts of the trail will be a welcome project to our communities.” “This is great news for Lynn. The Northern Strand Community Path is a great example of what can be achieved when all stakeholders work together to turn vision into reality,” said State Representative Peter Capano (D-Lynn) “Our parkways and open space are natural gems of the Commonwealth. Weaving together these fi ve Gateway Cities with outdoor, recreational space will benefit this entire region,” said State Senator Joe Boncore (D-Winthrop). “Expanding the Northern Strand Community Trail also provides opportunities to walk and bike rather than sitting in traffi c; another step to alleviating congestion in this area.” “This multi-community project is a huge environmental and recreational win that will benefi t the entire North Shore,” said State Senator Brendan Crighton (D-Lynn). “While much focus has been put on the significant development taking place in the area, it is important to highlight the access to open space and the transformation of this trail.” “The extension of the Northern Strand Community Trail to the Lynn shoreline is a great example of what strong collaboration amongst state, local, and community leaders can accomplish,” said State Representative Dan Cahill (D-Lynn). “The completion of the Northern Strand will bring many benefi ts to residents North of Boston including access to open space, transit, and recreation." “We’re thrilled to see 27 years of our devoted work and cooperative eff orts with countless local governments and organizations fi nally reaching fruition,” said Bike to the Sea Executive Director Yurij Lojko. “Bike to the Sea, Inc. began dreaming about a safe biking route to the beach, but we’re ending up with something even more important – a vibrant mixed-use community path with recreation and transportation benefi ts to all people north of Boston. 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