THE MALDEN ADVOCATE–Friday, January 5, 2024 Page 9 cil returned and the announcement made that Ward 6 Councillor Steve Winslow was elected as Council President for 2024 by his fellow Council members, the fi rst time he will be serving in that role. The School Committee members returned from their caucus and it was announced that Vice Chair Jennifer Spadafora (Ward 2) had been reelected to another twoyear term in that post. In Malden, the Mayor serves as School Committee chairperson and Mayor Christenson will continue in that role for the 2024-2025 term. During the recess, the audi“It has been the experience of a lifetime,” Malden Mayor Gary Christenson told the audience at Tuesday night’s Malden Inaugural Ceremonies following his swearing-in. (Advocate Photos/Henry Huang) ence was entertained by a delightful performance by the Malden High School AO Step Team, a cultural dance group that has performed at many school and civic events through the years. On Tuesday they performed under the direction of seventh-year Malden High School Principal Chris Mastrangelo. Outgoing Councillor Murphy Our National Anthem was sung by Malden resident Jennifer Dhanjee at Tuesday’s ceremonies. and School Committee member Weldai both received gifts as appreciation for their services. A Benediction was then delivered by Pastor Edwin Menon, of Community City Church, an evangelical church at 150 Cross St., Malden. The inaugural Ceremonies closed with a stirring rendition of “God Bless America” led by the MHS Choral Arts Society. For Advertising with Results, call The Advocate Newspapers at 617-387-2200 or Info@advocatenews.net RON’S OIL Call For PRICE MELROSE, MA 02176 NEW CUSTOMER’S WELCOME ACCEPTING VISA, MASTERCARD & DISCOVER (781) 397-1930 OR (781) 662-8884 100 GALLON MINIMUM JOHN MACKEY & ASSOCIATES ~ Attorneys at Law ~ * PERSONAL INJURY * REAL ESTATE * FAMILY LAW * PERSONAL BANKRUPTCY * LANDLORD/TENANT DISPUTES 14 Norwood Street Everett, MA 02149 Phone: (617) 387-4900 Fax: (617) 381-1755 WWW.JMACKEYLAW.COM
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