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Longtime City of Malden employee Deborah Burke, Executive Director of OSPCD, retires Race is on for city officials to update Malden zoning to fit sweeping, new state-mandated housing law New Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) construction allowance goes into effect in Massachusetts February 2 FOR UNWAVERING DEDICATION TO MALDEN: Pictured from left to right: Former Malden Mayors Richard Howard and Ed Lucey, Deborah Burke and Mayor Gary Christenson.(Courtesy City of Malden) Special to The Advocate M ayor Gary Christenson congratulated Deborah Burke, Executive Director of the Office of Strategic Planning and Community Development (OSPCD), on her retirement. Previous to the establishment of the OSPCD, Debbie served for many years as the Executive Director of the Malden Redevelopment Authority and was instrumental in the merger of the former MRA from a separate entity to a department under the City of Malden. Debbie RETIRES | SEE PAGE 9 By Steve Freker R O n December 30, 2024, State Senator Jason Lewis and State Representatives Paul Donato, Steve Ultrino and Kate Lipper-Garabedian joined their colleagues in the Massachusetts Legislature to enact comprehensive reforms to lower the cost of prescription drugs at the pharmacy counter and improve oversight of the state’s pharmaDRUG | SEE PAGE 9 Jason Lewis State Senator Steven Ultrino State Representative Paul Donato State Representative Kate Lipper-Garabedian State Representative eady or not here it comes. Malden city officials are intending to be pro-active and have been working quickly to ensure the community is prepared, zoning-wise, to properLAW | SEE PAGE 8 Malden legislators support passage of bill to lower prescription drug costs Special to The Advocate

Page 2 THE MALDEN ADVOCATE–Friday, January 17, 2025 Artists’ renditions of Maldon, England, & Malden City Hall buildings on display at City Hall F urther contributing to Malden’s vibrant arts scene, there has been another exciting art installation at City Hall further commemorating Malden’s rich history. Inspired by his trip last year to Maldon, England, Ward 6 Councillor Steve Winslow set out to organize the creation of the series that now adorns the walls of the fourth floor of City Hall. Malden, Mass., was named by early settler Joseph Hills in honor of his birthplace in Maldon, England. Hills was a lawyer and the Town’s first Deputy and Speaker of the House of Deputies in 1647 and was also the Need a hall for your special event? The Schiavo Club, located at 71 Tileston Street, Everett is available for your Birthdays, Anniversaries, Sweet 16 parties and more? For more info, call (857) 249-7882 8 Norwood St. Everett (617) 387-9810 Open Tues. - Sat. at 4:00 PM Closed Sun. & Mon. Announcing our Classic Specials Dine In Only: * FREE Salad with purchase of Entree, Tuesdays & Wednesdays * Cheese Pizza - Only $10 Catch ALL The Live Sports Action On Our Large Screen TV’s Scan & Follow Us on Facebook! J Pictured from left to right: Creative Malden artist/photographer Sandy Felder; Ward 5 Councillor Ari Taylor; Ward 1 Councillor Peg Crowe; City Council President Ryan O’Malley (Ward 4); Ward 6 Councillor Steve Winslow; graphic artist Priyanka Vasagam (1857 City Hall); Mayor Gary Christenson; embroidery artist Anna Thai (1970 City Hall); graphic artist Busha Husak (Malden logo); Councillor-at-Large Karen Colón Hayes; Ward 3 Councillor Amanda Linehan; and Councillor-at-Large Carey McDonald. Captain of the Malden Military Company. “As part of my visit to Maldon England I brought a few symbolic gifts to thank District Chairperson Kevin Lagan and Town of Maldon Mayor Andrew Lay for their hospitality,” said Councillor Winslow. “The gifts provided by Mayor Gary Christenson and I included a print of Malden’s new City Hall by artist Rosene Wine that I purchased at Gallery 57.” When Councillor Winslow arrived back home, he received a package from Mayor Lay that included a print of Malden’s historic “Moot Hall,” a historic Town Hall that he had toured. He and Mayor Christenson agreed that a good place to display the print would be the hallway outside the Mayor’s and City Council’s offices. Adding to the artwork is Rosene’s print of 215 Pleasant St. and local artist Anna Thai’s beautiful embroidery art rendering of the old City Hall building that was demolished in 2017. Councillor Winslow then made sure that a depiction of Malden’s 1857-1975 Town/City Hall was included. Working with Library Director Dora St. Martin, who dug up several historic black and white photos, he reached out to Creative Malden’s Sandy Felder, who helped identify local artist Priyanka Vasagam to depict Malden’s first Town/City Hall building. The artwork includes a nod to Malden’s first Mayor and generous benefactor, Elisha Converse. The City Hall art series can be viewed on the fourth Floor of City Hall during regular business hours. To learn more about Councillor Winslow’s trip to Maldon, England, see the recent Neighborhood View article. Winter Puppet Show with Nicola McEldowney Saturday, Jan. 25, 3:00 p.m. – at the Malden Public Library oin Nicola the puppeteer and her puppet pal, the friendly www.810bargrille.com Winter Monster – and a variety of other puppet friends besides – as they present several stories about wintertime. Appropriate for kids ages four to 10! In addition, kids in the audience will get to be part of this show and operate their own puppets! They can even make up a tiny puppet show of their own for the audience. This free program is funded by the Friends of the Malden Public Library. Nicola McEldowney and Winter Monster (Courtesy photo)

THE MALDEN ADVOCATE–Friday, January 17, 2025 Page 3 Middlesex Sheriff’s Office first to install a naloxone vending machine Dispenses free overdose reversal medication R ecently, Sheriff Peter J. Koutoujian announced that the Middlesex Sheriff’s Office (MSO) has become the first sheriff’s office in the Commonwealth to install a naloxone vending machine (Link to B-Roll), making the opioid overdose reversal medication available for free to all visitors and staff at the Middlesex Jail & House of Correction. The machine was installed on December 9 at the facility’s visitor center and has already been used 24 times since its launch. Over the past two calendar years, more than 25,000 visits have been processed at the Middlesex Jail & House of Correction. Visitors included family members, friends, attorneys, volunteers and other law enforcement partners. Currently, approximately 2025% of incarcerated individuals in the Middlesex Jail & House of Correction are receiving a U.S. Food and Drug Administration-approved medication for opioid use disorder (OUD). Many of them participate via the Medication Assisted Treatment and Directed Opioid Recovery (MATADOR) program offered at the facility – considered a national best practice by the National Institute of Corrections. “We have always taken a comprogramming, as well as community-based prevention and intervention initiatives along with stakeholders from across Middlesex County. The survey takes less than 30 seconds to complete. In addition to dispensing the The Middlesex Sheriff’s Office has become the first sheriff’s office in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts to install a naloxone vending machine at one of its facilities. The machine was installed on December 9, 2024, at the Middlesex Jail & House of Correction in Billerica, Mass. (Courtesy photo) prehensive, public health-centered approach to supporting those working through recovery,” said Sheriff Peter J. Koutoujian. “Through MATADOR and our Families in Treatment program, we have been at the forefront of implementing commonsense, data-driven initiatives to surround individuals and their families with options for treatment. This new effort builds upon that robust foundation and will help make this life-saving medication more readily available.” Individuals visiting the facility can access the naloxone anonymously, and they will answer a few brief survey questions regarding age, gender, race and zip code. Survey data will be used to help inform future MSO naloxone, the vending machine features a video and graphics with instructions on how to properly administer the medication. Currently, MSO distributes naloxone to loved ones of incarcerated individuals through the Families in Treatment (FIT) training programs. To date, 234 community members have been trained through the FIT program. Access to naloxone and training on how to properly administer it has been proven effective in saving lives across Massachusetts. Earlier this year, data released by the Department of Public Health showed that its distribution of 196,500 naloxone kits through community-level programs resulted in at least 10,206 overdose reversals since the beginning of 2023. The Middlesex Sheriff’s Office is using funding from a Comprehensive Opioid, Stimulant, and Substance Abuse Sitebased Program (COSSAP) grant to support this groundbreaking initiative. 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 Advocate Call now! 617-387-2200 advertise on the web at www.advocatenews.net CLASSIFIED ADVERTISING

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Page 6 THE MALDEN ADVOCATE–Friday, January 17, 2025 ~ Malden Musings ~ The Highland Cafe Lovefest Continues By Peter Levine F eelings, nothing more than feelings...and boy oh boy, did readers have feelings when they read the Highland Café manifesto/Dave Angelo/John Puleo lovefest a couple weeks back... • Rob Smith “Space Ace” from the Kiss tribute band “Kiss Forever”: “Peter Levine this is the best write up I’ve ever read. You so captured the heart and spirit of the Highland. My wife and I have been together 40 years... raised 4 daughters in the city. Highland Café was center to so many memories to us. Our first date September 1985... Highland Café. Our wedding reception at 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 Irish American 1992...Highland Café catered; 4 baptisms... 4 first communions, anniversaries... 2 funerals of my wife’s parents. All Highland Café! And I will never enjoy a pizza anywhere on the planet that can touch a Highland Café pizza. Their hamburger pizza was to die for. My dream is that Dave Angelo opens his own restaurant and dusts off that sacred pizza recipe and resurrect the legend of Highland Café. Thanks for bringing back the memories!” • Tom Trahant: “Grew up on Malden Street around the corner from the Highland. So, so many great memories. It’s hard to believe in today’s world but my mom and grandmother would send us over to the Highland to get a pizza (plus) and say, ‘tell Johnny to charge it!’ True story. We could charge it and my mom, who worked at the Converse Rubber in the ‘Rubber Shop,’ would stop in and pay on pay day. Never happen in today’s world. Thank you again Peter for keeping the memories alive.” • Larry Donoghue: “Nice article Peter. I have fond memories of the Highland. When my wife and I were first married (late 1970’s) she worked the 3 to 11 PM shift at Lawrence Memorial Hospital. The Highland was our usual stop for late night/post shift pizza (and the occasional adult beverage).” • Dorothy Dukes: “In the 50’s my dad Ralph Mazza was the bartender for many years before the Puleo’s bought. Also, my mother Anna and my aunts Wendy Lyons and Margaret Cruciotti were waitresses.” • Michelle Markey Olivier: “Such good memories there! My first slice of pizza was at the Highland. My parents and grandparents took my brother and I there on many occasions. I remember going with my nana for tripe and she always ordered a glass of Cold Duck! Thanks for bringing me down good ole memory lane (many other good spots right up the street a bit also).” • Rudy Trulli: “Back in 1952 Highland Café alumni Rob Smith and his lovely wife, Jill when I was born at Malden Hospital, they didn’t let the men in the delivery room so my dad gave the doctor the phone number for the Highland Café and said he would be waiting there for the call.” • Debbie Esposito: “The BEST PIZZA and some of greatest times!! The Highland was my last stop before going home after a long day/night working at Anthony’s of Malden (of course) with my (waitress) friends for a cold one or two and of course a pizza and some KENO (1st place I’d ever played it). From the moment I started reading your post Peter I got an instantaneous reaction to the smell, the taste and a visual of the pizza ‘pie’ that came hot straight outta the oven and onto the table. God, I can almost taste it!!! There was NO place like home but at The Highland Café! Good times and great people!! — Vinyl Siding — Carpentry Work — Decks — Roofing — Free Estimates — Replacement Windows — Fully Licensed — Fully Insured

THE MALDEN ADVOCATE–Friday, January 17, 2025 Page 7 Thank you, Dave Angelo (and Johnny Puleo), for the best pizza (hands down)! Because of the Highland I got to sit down and get to know some pretty amazing women from EDGEWORTH, to name a few of these iconic women, Peggy Gennetti, and the late Mrs. Cagno and Anna Puleo Ardolino such wonderful ladies and women I consider my friends. I miss these times but hold near and dear the memories we shared over pizza and KENO! Thank you, Peter, for taking me down memory lane now I am hungry for The Highland Café not just any pizza...Dave’s!!!!” • Paul Mahoney: “Great article, Peter. Warm memories of the Highland. My father was a regular on one of the bar stools and my wife & I finished up our first date with a late-night pizza at the Highland!” • Rick Malatesta: “Well written article. Written from the heart! Clams and pizza with Frankie Mauriello, Mark Santonelli, Louis Laconi and Steve DiSano! And the prior owner, Julie Miola, married to Mary (my aunt Carmen’s sister) who lived in the house right next to the parking lot on Malden St. Thanks for rekindling the memories!!” Craig Sanford speaks of Linden Maldonia USA: “Great memories Chris (Moro). When I moved back from the Midwest this corner in the picture with the ‘For Sale’ sign is where I ended up living. On the corner of Beach and Oliver just a stone’s throw from my original house on Oliver Street. Thought we were so lucky being back and now so close to Robinson’s and Linden Square. A lot had changed in the Square since moving away, but still very familiar. I was able to reconnect with most of my earlier friends from Linden (too many to mention in this post) and make new friends along the way at Malden High. My parents originally lived on Eastern Ave when they got married in ’59, and by coincidence at Bobby May’s grandmothers house on the second floor where Bobbie and his family eventually moved into. This was before my younger brother Glenn came along. We then moved to 97 Oliver Street across the street from my uncle Johnny & Aunt Roberta’s home and their 5 kids. Later Jimmy Graffam and his family moved in next door to us before my family moved towards the end of 6th grade. My memories are flooded with playing street hockey on Oliver, Clapp and Lawrence Street. Football in the side yard at the Engine 6 Fire Station, and countless games of basketball, kickball and whiffle ball with whomever was around to join us! Hanging out on Coleman, Maynard, Bellvale, and Springdale Streets with friends and getting into all types of trouble. In the winter waiting for Linden Park to get flooded so we could ice skate and getting a pickup game of baseball in the summer from some of kids we knew who lived in the projects. Those were the times when we were told to go outside and don’t come home until the streetlights came on! If we ever told our parents where we went, I would just be getting out of my room right about now. It was great seeing everyone at the class reunion, and I hope everyone appreciates what it means to be from LINDEN!” As Peter Falk’s iconic TV character Columbo would say, “Just one more thing, sir” – Malden Musings Redux: Old warhorse Billy Conserva (related to just about everybody in Malden) read my holiday article and had some heartfelt words to share: “I’m sitting here reading all this...and the joy of these memories are more painful than pleasant. Not saying I don’t want to remember them - actually, I want to relive them. If I could save time in a bottle...so the song goes, I would save Malden in the 70’s and 80’s. The kids on the corner (Whitman and Highland) throwing snowballs at buses! Ski patrolling in front of Pumpsy’s where my grandmother would be making ‘Saucy Subs’ for a dollar! Gloria Fucci making meatballs. My grandfather Pumpsy coming in from being down the bar at Anthony’s with my uncle Sonny! Talking about what he got my grandmother for Christmas and what different friends would bring into the bar for sale. This was the greatest time of my life, and I want it back. Merry Christmas!” “I want it back” – that killed me, my old friend. Hope you had a great Christmas, Billy, and much happiness in the New Year. Postscript 1: Short Devir story of which few details are currently available except through the mind’s eye. The year is 1969, the family is in the ’66 Buick LeSabre heading home from visiting Nonni in Charlestown right after The Ed Sullivan Show. It’s about 9 p.m. and we get to Devir on the Fells heading towards Charles when we look over at the Bandstand in the middle of the park as we pass on by. On the roof of the Bandstand is a giant white peace sign painted big, bold and bright in all its anti-war glory. Two days later it was gone. Just goes to show the powers that be in city government can work quickly if they so choose (insert smiley face). Anybody else remember the sign and could flesh this story out a bit? Postscript 2: Bowman Street’s Kevin Larson reaches into that massive brain of his once again and with the best words... “4 Christmas seasons selling Christmas trees in the lot at King Neptune on Highland Avenue for that visionary fried clam entrepreneur Don Ashcraft. I got 2 dollars per tree commission. Freezing cold, with Bobby ‘Brother of Judy & Kim’ Bionelli and Dickie ‘Loving Husband of Kim B’ Santos sneaking me out French Fries to keep warm. Ohhhh, my beautiful Edgeworth memories! I just cannot shake that Edgeworth feeling! Happy New Year, Malden!” —Peter is a longtime Malden resident and a regular contributor to The Malden Advocate. He can be reached at PeteL39@ aol.com for comments, compliments or criticisms. If We Happen To Meet By Accident ... You’ll Be Glad You Found Us! 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Page 8 THE MALDEN ADVOCATE–Friday, January 17, 2025 LAW| FROM PAGE 1 ly and pragmatically accommodate a new state law regarding additional housing units. These additional housing units – accessory dwelling units (ADUs) – are destined to become one of the most well-known acronymic additions to municipal government jargon in history, as they have the potential to make a major impact on community living moving forward. When Massachusetts Governor Maura Healey signed into law the sweeping, historic Affordable Homes Act in August 2024, the bill authorized $5.16 billion in spending over the next five years along with nearly 50 policy initiatives to counter rising housing costs caused by high demand and limited supply. The legislation affects Malden and nearly every other community in the Commonwealth in many ways, including modernizing public housing, funding new programs and expanding existing ones that support first-time homebuyers and homeownership, as well as adding and creating new resources to build more housing for low- to moderate-income residents. A key part of the legislation is the historic formalization and allowance of ADUs to existing residences in any community in Massachusetts. The Malden City Council discussed this new law, which goes into effect in just over two weeks on February 2, 2025, at length at its last regular meeting. It referred a proposal to update and expand Malden municipal zoning ordinances regarding ADUs to the Council’s Ordinance Committee. The Ordinance Committee this week in turn reviewed and debated an extensive, detailed ordinance proposal submitted by Mayor Gary Christenson and a team of key city officials. A working document was expected to be created and prepared for review at a planned, joint public hearing of the Council’s Ordinance Committee and Malden Planning Board on Monday, January 27 in the City Council Chamber at 7:00 p.m. There, the updated zoning proposal would be presented and members of the public would be afforded the opportunity to weigh in either in person or in writing before a final document is preLawn and Yard Care SNOW PLOWING *REASONABLE RATES * PROMPT SERVICE * PARKING LOTS USA 781-521-9927 MARCHETTI CORP. 46 Years of Excellence!! 1978-2024 Regular Unleaded $3.879 Mid Unleaded $3.379 Super $3.479 Diesel Fuel $3.499 Kerosene Available! HEATING O L IL ULS $4.759 $3.47 9 DEF Call for Current Price! (125—gallon minimum) DEF Available by Pump! 24-Hour Burner Service Open an account and order online at: pared out of that joint meeting. 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Zoning Amendments: Joint Public Hearing w/City Council Rules & Ordinance Committee §12.32.050.A, Title 12, Code of City of Malden (MCC). 1. MCC Sections 12.12.030 (Table of Use Regulations), 12.16.010 (Table of Intensity Regulations), Section 12.20.010 (Table of Offstreet Parking and Loading Regulations), 12.32.030 (Administration, Certificates and Permits), 12.32.060, MCC (Definitions), and 12.28 (General Regulations, Nonconforming Uses, Lots, Buildings and Structures) (CCP 13/2025). For Accessory Dwelling Units, to add Residential use categories and regulations, dimensional controls, parking requirements, site plan review and special permit requirements and regulations, definition; to amend nonconforming regulations. In a formal memo to the City Council read into the Council record at its January 7 meeting, Mayor Christenson informed the members of work that had been underway and completed by his municipal team toward the new law that he advised would be helpful toward their deliberations on new, updated zoning Hours: Monday thru Friday 6 AM to 7 PM / Saturdays 7 AM to 5 PM / Sundays 9 AM to 5 PM on ADUs. “As you know, the state Affordable Homes Act signed into law last year requires that Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs) be allowed to be built by right in single-family zoning districts,” Mayor Christenson stated. “ADUs will be allowable by right as of February 2, 2025, regardless of whether a municipality has updated its zoning to comply. The new law, however, allows municipalities to create regulations for ADUs in several areas, including regulating size, dimensional controls, and other regulations.” “It is therefore paramount that we have appropriate zoning in place before the February 2 effective date,” he added. The Mayor went on, “After the law was signed, City staff – including the City Planner, OSPCD Director, Parking Director, ISD Director, and City Solicitor – developed proposed zoning amendments that will bring our zoning into compliance with the new state law while establishing allowable regulations to help mitigate the negative impacts of ADUs on our community.” The Mayor advised, “The actual impacts on the city remain unknown but have the potential to be significant. These potential impacts include but are not limited to health, safety, nuisance and parking concerns.” The zoning proposal submitted and formally reviewed by the City Council’s Ordinance Committee at this week’s meeting included these key points: • Defines ADUs and establishes regulations • Prohibits short-term rentals of ADUs, consistent with existing City ordinance • Parking requirements • Size and Dimensional Controls • Established definitive Site Plan Review directives A copy of the formal zoning proposal is available for review by the public on the City of Malden website: www.cityofmalden.org. At the January 7 City Council meeting, an extensive discussion had a general consensus in agreement with the Mayor’s memo that the goal of preparing a “community customized” zoning ordinance governing the new, expected ADU influx to Malden is vital to the future of the city as it pertains to this new law. New Office of Strategic Planning and Development Director Alex Pratt gave a brief overview of the ADU aspect of the Affordable Housing Act, reviewing some of its key tenets as it pertains to Malden and joining in encouraging the Mayor’s advisory pointing to the deadline component of having updated zoning in place. Two Councillors, Ward 2’s Paul Condon and Ward 7’s Chris Simonelli, lamented the soon-tobe in effect new legislation and warned against potential negative impacts they said could be foreseen. “What’s coming ahead is not good for our city,” Councillor Simonelli said. “The effect [the ADU aspect] is going to have on public school student class sizes, strains on the police and fire departments, our city’s infrastructure, are going to be a lot. “It might be great for adding in-law apartments in Forestdale, but what about in my ward on Holyoke Street where there are six- and seven-unit housing already? We are now going to allow them to add more units? And they don’t need to have additional parking?” Simonelli said. “The landlords don’t maintain what they have now and take care [of the living conditions] of the residents we have now – and will now allow them to build more units? It’s ridiculous.” Ward 2 Councillor Condon also wondered allowed what the future may hold. “How many of these nee units are going to allow? Thousands? Where are all the cars going to go with (no new) parking required within a half-mile of public transit? That’s where my ward is,” Condon said. “The way I see it, there’s not enough parking now as it is. What’s going to happen now? Is everyone going have to start having bicycles or something? We are going to make this more difficult for our residents,” Condon added. Councillor at large Craig Spadafora stressed that it was imperative that members of the community received complete communication about the new ADU law as well as the city officials’ response to it, specifically the zoning update, when completed. “If residents want to add ADU units, we can’t do anything about it,” Councillor SpadafoLAW | SEE PAGE 9 Call Driveways from $35 FLEET Prices subject to change

THE MALDEN ADVOCATE–Friday, January 17, 2025 Page 9 LAW| FROM PAGE 8 ra said. “We can make sure they are informed and understand the terminology we use and is used in the zoning ordinances. It would be very helpful for our community.” Ward 8 Councillor Jadeane Sica and Ward 1 Councillor Peg Crowe echoed this sentiment, noting the importance of having the right zoning in place before the February 2 implementation of the new law and also the communication with residents. Ward 3 Councillor Amanda Linehan concurred. “We have a DRUG | FROM PAGE 1 ceutical industry. An Act relative to pharmaceutical access, costs and transparency takes bold action to lower or eliminate out-ofpocket costs and ensure access to life-saving medications by requiring health insurers to offer price relief for prescription drugs used to treat diabetes, asthma and certain heart conditions. This Act was passed by the Massachusetts Senate and House in 2023 and 2024, respectively, after which a committee of conference resolved their versions of the bill. On January 9, 2025, Governor Maura Healey signed it into law as Chapter 342 of the Acts of 2024. Chapter 342 further brings down costs by ensuring that consumers are not charged a cost-sharing amount, such as a co-pay, if it would be cheaper for them to purchase the drug without using their insurance. Approximately 9% of Massachusetts residents have diagnosed diabetes; 6% of adults over 35 have heart disease; and more than 10% of residents live with asthma. Chapter 342 is particularly critical for residents of color, who disproportionately face chronic illnesses. Over 12% of Black residents live with diabetes and nearly 14% of Black adults live with asthma. “Working to expand access to quality, affordable healthcare has always been one of my top priorities in the legislature,” tight timeline but we can localize our ordinance before it becomes law (on February 2). Folks are getting ready right now (to add ADUs). We just have to be ready to give all the latest information to the public,” Councillor Linehan ssid. Ward 6 Councillor Stephen Winslow, who had taken the lead on working on the Council’s response to the Mayor’s zoning proposal pointed to the value of the Site Plan Review aspect of the new ADU concept. “The Site Plan Review aspect could address some of the concerns over this implementation and we can said Senator Lewis. “I’m proud to support this critical legislation that makes life-saving drugs more affordable and accessible for patients, and holds pharmaceutical companies, insurers, and pharmacy benefit managers more accountable for their actions.” “This legislation marks Massachusetts as a leader in addressing the rising costs of prescription medications,” said Representative Donato. “This bill emphasizes greater transparency in pricing and allows consumers to make informed decisions regarding their healthcare. It also shows the legislature’s continued commitment to reducing costs and improving the quality of healthcare in the Commonwealth.” “With this legislation, we take a significant step forward in making healthcare more accessible to all. By passing this bill to lower prescription drug costs, we are ensuring that no one has to sacrifice their health due to unaffordable medications,“ said Representative Ultrino. “This is a win for all who have felt the strain of rising drug prices. We will continue to work to create a healthcare system that prioritizes the well-being of our communities.” “Too often, patients are forced to pay exorbitant costs for prescription drug medications,” said Representative Lipper-Garabedian. “I was proud to join my colleagues to support this legislation to reduce copays, cover see what resources it will take to implement our local ordinance.” Councillor at large Carey McDonald said, “There is a crisis in housing and affordability and this new law creates more opportunities and addresses concerns. “Family units are changing and this law gives more flexibility if individual families require multi-generational living,” McDonald said. “ADUs will allow them to stay as families if they wish. I have seen family members have to move out due to lack of additional units. This new law supports those families.” generic drug prescription costs, and ensure increased oversight and regulations of Pharmacy Benefit Managers. This bill furthers the Commonwealth’s commitment to ensuring healthcare is affordable, accessible, and equitable for all of our residents.” Key provisions of this legislation: • Lowering consumer prescription drug costs for diabetes, asthma and certain heart conditions by requiring insurers to eliminate cost-sharing requirements for one generic drug and to cap copayments on one brand-name drug at $25 per 30-day supply • Increasing oversight of pharmacy benefit managers (PBMs) by authorizing the state Division of Insurance to license and regulate PBMs, who play a major role in determining how prescription drugs are tiered and priced on insurance plans • Establishing the Office for Pharmaceutical Policy and Analysis within the Health Policy Commission (HPC) to analyze trends and publish an annual report with recommendations for strategies to promote affordability, enhance medication access and mitigate pharmaceutical spending growth • Requiring pharmaceutical manufacturers and PBMs to provide public testimony on the factors that influence drug costs and allowing these factors to be taken into account by the HPC to identify how to improve care and reduce costs for patients For Advertising with Results, call The Advocate Newspapers at 617-387-2200 or Info@advocatenews.net RETIRES| FROM PAGE 1 also has the unique distinction of working under five Malden Mayors! 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Page 10 THE MALDEN ADVOCATE–Friday, January 17, 2025 REVERSAL OF FORTUNE: Malden High Swim Team avenges lone loss, tops Medford, 92-78 By Steve Freker T Tornados seeking 6th straight GBL title with just three league meets remaining “We worked really hard to prehere’s no question that THIS meet was circled in big red marker on the Malden High Coed Swim Team’s schedule. After rolling through the past three seasons unscathed in league meets – on its way to a fifth straight Greater Boston League Championship last season – the Malden High School Coed Swim Team stroked their way into uncharted waters. In the season opener in December, Malden found itself on the wrong end of a GBL meet when Medford handed the Tornados a 91-75 loss. For the for first time since he joined the program as a freshman in the winter of 2021, Malden senior captain Gordon Zeng was facing a new experience. Needless to say, it did not sit well with him or his team. pare for this meet,” Zeng said after Wednesday afternoon’s rematch with Medford, at the Barry Fitzpatrick Pool at Malden High. It certainly paid off for Malden, in a full reversal of fortune, as the Tornado squad avenged the lone loss by nearly an identical score, 92-78. Wednesday’s victory increased Malden’s record to 4-1 overall, 4-1 GBL. Medford now has a 3-1 record (3-1 GBL), with its first loss of the season. With three league meets remaining, Zeng and the Tornados have only one goal: a sixth consecutive Greater Boston League Championship. The first step toward that lofty – but attainable – goal was yesterday’s final home meet versus Lynn Classical, with the result coming after Malden Advocate press time. “It’s Senior Night and we really want this win. We have to Yingyan Xia competes in a medley relay event for Malden. (Malden Advocate Staff Photos) have it if we want to win the GBL championship. Everyone knows it,” Zeng said. Zeng himself helped Malden get off to a great start when he swam the bell lap of a Malden win in the first event of the day, the 200-yard medley relay. He was joined in a winning foursome by Alden Deronja, Hailey Tran and Sophie Tran, combining for a time of 2:02.13. Malden also took third (Ian Ian Ho, Malden’s Ivan Zhu mounts the platform to compete in the 500-yard Freestyle event. (Malden Advocate Staff Photos) ans propelling Malden to victory. Alden Deronja won the 200yard Freestyle with a 2:12.06. Weiqi Du was third at 2:34.99 and Ho fifth at 2:41.48 as Malden went ahead of Medford, 20-10. Malden also went 1-3-5 Malden and Medford swimmers await the official times after an event. (Malden Advocate Staff Photos) still managed to place second (Hailey Tran, 26.53 seconds) and fourth (Gordon Zeng, 28.81 seconds). Malden third-year swimmer Sophie Tran won the 100yard Butterfly at 1:04.22, and it turned out to be a Malden 1-2-3 sweep as Yinjie Wang took second at 1:19.78 and James Zhou was third at 1:23.21. Malden’s lead ballooned to 48-30 at the meet’s halfway point. Medford was not going Splashing to success in an early event Wednesday was Ian Ian Ho of Malden. (Malden Advocate Staff Photos) Kevin Lin, Yinjie Wang, Katie Rice at 2:16.62) and fifth place (Tara Villatore, Ying Yan Xia, Sophia Huynh, Dante Federico at 2:44.86) to take the lead at 10-4 over Medford. From then on, it was mix of newcomers and Tornado veterPictured from left to right: Ready for the next relay event are Weiqi Du, Ivan Zhu, Dante Federico and senior captain Gordon Zeng. (Malden Advocate Staff Photos) in the 200-yard Individual Medley, as newcomer Katie Rice won it at 2:45.44, James Zhou was third (2:46.44) and Ying Yan Xia fifth (3:09.72). Malden’s lead went to 30-16. Medford had a strong finish in the next event, the 50-yard sprint, but Malden away though, as the Mustangs stormed back to go 1-2-4 in the 100-yard Freestyle, but Katie Rice managed a third-place finish (1:05.10), and Weiqi Du pulled out fifth (1:10.05) to help Malden maintain a 10-point buffer at 52-42. Deronja outlasted two Mustangs to win the all-important 500-yard Freestyle (5:55.56) with Ian Ian Ho taking important points at fifth (7:24.59). Medford made it two of three wins in individual events in the 200-yard Freestyle Relay, but Malden rallied and took second and third places to extend its lead. In secSWIM | SEE PAGE 21

THE MALDEN ADVOCATE–Friday, January 17, 2025 Page 11 GREATER BOSTON LEAGUE: GBL Fall 2024 League All-Star Teams and MVPS are announced Revere's Brayan Medina is Globe All-Scholastic; Malden's Ashlyn Cullity is GBL Field Hockey Most Valuable Player By Steve Freker I t was an exciting and productive season for the 8 teams of the Greater Boston League this past Fall Season, with the regular season concluding with the Thanksgiving Day football games. Medford became the marquee athletic program of the GBL with no less than 3 Greater Boston League championships: Football, Boys Cross Country and Boys and Coed Golf. Revere Boys Soccer won its first-ever GBL Championship the Everett-Malden-Revere Advocate readership area. ***** In addition to being named to the GBL All-Star Team and Football Most Valuable Player, Medford High senior Justin Marino was also named both Boston Globe and Boston Herald. The Greater Boston League MVP ran for 1,638 yards and totaled 27 touchdowns, adding 86 tackles and 8 takeaways, plus 2 field goals and 9 extra points while leading the Mustangs to Brayan Medina was named Boston Globe and Boston Herald All-Scholastic. Revere teammate Angel Ortez was named GBL Most Valuable Player and Honorable Mention Globe All-Scholastic. **** Golf MVP Emet Chasteen of Medford is Boston Globe Honorable Mention All-Scholastic ****** GBL TEAM CHAMPIONS for FALL 2024 Football— Medford Field Hockey—Malden Boys Soccer—Revere Girls Soccer— Somerville Girls Volleyball— Lynn Classical Boys Cross Country— Somerville Girls Cross Country— Medford Boys & Coed Golf— Medford ...... Ashlyn Cullity and its top two players, Brayan Medina and Angel Ortez were Boston Globe All-Scholastic and GBL Most Valuable Player, respectively, Over 100 student-athletes from the 8 Greater Boston League teams were named to their respective league All-Star Teams. Medford's athletic teams produced the most All-Stars this past fall, with 19 named. Revere had 16 All-Stars altogether, Everett had 14 All-Stars and Malden had 12 All-Stars named this past Fall Season. Congratulations to ALL of the All-Star selectees, particularly in GBL LEAGUE MVPs for FALL 2024 Football— Justin Marino (Medford) Boys Soccer—Angel Ortez (Revere) Field Hockey— Ashlyn Cullity BRAYAN MEDINA their first league title since 1985. Marino was also named to the Massachusetts High School Football Coaches Association (MHSFCA) Division 4 All-State Team. **** Everett's Yariel Ortiz was named to the Boston Globe All-Scholastic Honorable Mention Team. **** Revere High senior caption (Malden) Girls Soccer—Jessica Kouyate (Medford) Girls Volleyball— Amanda Hughes (Lynn Classical) *Second Consecutive Season as MVP Boys Cross Country— Adam Lewis (Somerville) Girls Cross Country— Emma Beardsley (Medford) *Second Consecutive Season LEAGUE | SEE PAGE 12 Welcome to Behavioral and Mental Health Ann Desloges, MSN, RN, ANP-BC, PMHNP-BC Education: Boston College BSN Simmons College MSN, ANP Rivier University PMHNP My journey in healthcare includes 20 years of service to our veterans as a VA NP, during which time I gained invaluable experiences in addressing complex health needs. Goal: To provide highly efficient, safe, quality care. To improve mood • motivation• quality of sleep• depression, anxiety • attention span • appetite • relationships – Illnesses managed include ADHD, BPD 1/2, Eating disorders (Bulimia and weight loss), GAD, Insomnia, MDD, Postpartum depression, Personality Disorders, OCD, Panic Attacks, ODD, Phobias, Psychosis, Spectrum Disorders, and Schizophrenia. I provide a Psychiatric evaluation, Follow-up appointments Diagnosing, Prescriber-Medication Management Psychotherapy providing Cognitive Behavioral Therapy tools Ages Included: teens (12-17) and adults (18 and above) We meet by Telehealth by telephone and video link I am in-network with Mass Insurances 20+ Hours: Mon – Thurs: 9a-6p or by appointment. If you you would like to see Ms. Desloges her contact information is: Tel: 781-463-5007 Email: deslogespmhnp@gmail.com Or through “Psychology Today.” Under Peabody Psychiatrists. https://www.facebook.com/behavioralnmentalhealth/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/ann-desloges-2670016b/ https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/psychiatrists/behavioral-andmental-health-care-peabody-ma/324713

Page 12 THE MALDEN ADVOCATE–Friday, January 17, 2025 ~ Mystic Valley Regional Charter School Sports ~ Eagles Dominate Rams, 41-20, in Conference Play By Emily Brennan T he Mystic Valley girls’ basketball team delivered a commanding Senior Captain Bailey DeLeire LEAGUE | FROM PAGE 11 as MVP Boys and Coed Golf— Emet Chasteen (Medford) ***** Following are the 2024 Greater Boston League All-Star selectees from all of the Sports FOOTBALL ALL-STARS CHELSEA: Alex Villeda Pinto. EVERETT: Joao Barreiros, Marvin Desruisseaux, Yariel Ortiz, Carlos Rodrigues, Manny Santiago. LYNN CLASSICAL: Issac Bony, Typerformance on Friday night, defeating a tough Shawsheen Tech squad, 41-20, to improve to 5-3 on the season. The Eagles are now preparing for their next challenge, heading on the road to face the Rockport Vikings in a 6:30 p.m. tipoff on Monday. Mystic Valley set the tone early, with Bailey DeLeire driving through three defenders for the opening basket. The Eagles then unleashed a 12-1 scoring run, highlighted by a clutch three-pointer from Sylvie ren Hoeun, Gianni McKay, Thomas Nolan, Jabin Pierre. LYNN ENGLISH: Xavier Beauchamp, Nathan Conde, Jordan Hernandez, Shane Knowlton-Simard, Zamari Omosefe, Jaiden Rosario, Limbert Thomas. MALDEN: Aiden Brett, Kervenson Exilhomme, Jayden McGuffie. MEDFORD: Nathan Brou, Samuel Dieurestil, Prince Exavier, Demi Georges, Justin Marino (MVP), Guilherme Martins, Darius Weekes. REVERE: Danny Hou, Mario LaFeber. Transition play proved vital as Mystic Valley capitalized on their speed, notching back-to-back baskets. The Eagles ended the first quarter with a 20-4 lead. DeLeire continued to shine in the second quarter, pushing the pace in transition and extending Mystic Valley’s lead to 22-7 with seven minutes left in the quarter. While the Eagles’ offense slowed slightly, scoring just four points in the period, their defense was relentless, forcing multiple turnovers and holding Shawsheen to another four-point quarter. At halftime, the Eagles led 24-8. Emily DeLeire joined the scorSOMERVILLE: Mateus Fernandes, Gavin Fucile, Marcos Pineda, Rockson Thapa. ***** BOYS SOCCER ALL-STARS CHELSEA Jose Joj, Christian Palacios. EVERETT: Kareem Drissi, Luvens Hector, Bryan Ribeiro. LYNN CLASSICAL: Santos Alvarez. LYNN ENGLISH: Ahmed Abdelrahman, Jose Licardie. MALDEN: Mike Joseph. MEDFORD: Arthur Bragnanca, Ramirez, Joel Vasquez, Gio Woodard. Michael Pach. ing in the third quarter with a bucket off an offensive rebound. Abby Ssewankambo anchored the Eagles’ defense with a standout performance, frustrating the Rams at every turn. Despite the increasingly physical nature of the game, Mystic Valley maintained composure, holding Shawsheen to just five points in the quarter while adding seven of their own. The Eagles entered the final quarter with a 31-13 lead. The fourth quarter was the most competitive of the night, but Mystic Valley’s defense once again delivered, limiting the Rams to just seven points. The Eagles continREVERE: Brayan Medina, Francisco Navarrete, Angel Ortez (MVP), Malek Sakhari. SOMERVILLE: Gabriel Dos Reis, Imani Mixon. ***** GIRLS SOCCER ALL-STARS CHELSEA: Kimberly Fuentes Shavez. EVERETT: Yelsa Garcia, Emilia Maria-Babcock. LYNN CLASSICAL: Mea Papazoglou, Gianna Parker, Kaydee Rouse. LYNN ENGLISH: Hannah Claffey. MALDEN: Maia Saeed. MEDFORD: Cecilia Colombo, Jessica Kouyate (MVP). REVERE: Erika Mejia, Kaylin Olivia Folgar. SOMERVILLE: Caitlyn Logue, Delia Richardson, Wendy Santos, Leila Smee. ***** GIRLS VOLLEYBALL ALL-STARS CHELSEA: Anais Artica, Hazel Martinez. EVERETT: Sonia Constanza Flores, Victoria Rodriguez. LYNN CLASSICAL: Brooke Braswell, Emma Chevalier, Jaiyda DeBenedetto, Amanda Hughes (MVP), Mia Pento. LYNN ENGLISH: Bianca Martins. MALDEN: Sania Chen, Rashmi KC, Jeslyn San. MEDFORD: Ella Melchionno. REVERE: Lea Doucette, Samantha Inderato. ued to execute offensively, adding 10 points through patient ball movement and disciplined decision-making. DeLeire added four more points, while LaFeber’s trips to the free-throw line helped seal the 41-20 victory. Bailey DeLeire led the charge for Mystic Valley with a game-high 25 points, four rebounds and three assists. Sylvie LaFeber contributed across the board with 13 points, four rebounds and four assists, while Anna Luiza-Batista facilitated the passing efforts with four assists. For the latest updates on Mystic Valley Athletics, follow the Eagles on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter. SOMERVILLE: Alexis Bowie, Cate Timmins. ***** BOYS CROSS COUNTRY EVERETT: Lucus Monez. LYNN CLASSICAL: Gianni Elmadusi. MALDEN: Lincoln Boswell, Slade Harding. MEDFORD: Adam Lewis (MVP). REVERE: Youness Chahid. SOMERVILLE: Robert Leoni, Henry Omura, Oliver Wicks, Henry Zarecor. ***** GIRLS CROSS COUNTRY LYNN CLASSICAL: Marina Deleon. LYNN ENGLISH: Maddy McHale. MALDEN: Mirka Kavaecevic-Marinkovic. MEDFORD: Emma Beardsley (MVP), Isabelle De Sousa-Vieira. REVERE: Valeria Quintero, Olivia Rupp. SOMERVILLE: Greta O'Sullivan, Marlee Thrasher. ***** BOYS & COED GOLF EVERETT: Charles Govostes. LYNN CLASSICAL: Jacob Beyea. LYNN ENGLISH: John Crowley, Riley Driscoll, AJ Lopez. MALDEN: Chris McDonald REVERE: Johnathan Wells. MEDFORD: Carter Charron, Emet Chasteen (MVP), Anthony Madarese, Nathan Tremlett. SOMERVILLE: Magnus Anell, Emmett Easton.

THE MALDEN ADVOCATE–Friday, January 17, 2025 Page 13 Lady Tornado Girls Basketball Fall Behind Revere, 29-22 Amanda Fowke tries to block the pass made by Revere’s Lea Doucette. MHS Head Coach Scott Marino gives his team some advice from courtside Tuesday night, as the Golden Tornado’s took on the Patriots of Revere Captain Amanda Fowke with the ball. Malden’s Manicha Exihomme battles to keep possession of the ball. (Advocate photos by Emily Harney) Amanda Fowke with the ball gets ready to score for Malden. Madison Cook passes the ball for Malden. Sophomore Manicha Exihomme with the ball for Malden, makes her way to the basket. Malden’s Kimberly Tropnas drives the ball past an incoming Revere guard. Captain Ina Tolete drives the ball up court as a defender from Revere moves in. Malden’s Madison Cook drives the ball up court. Manicha Exihomme with the ball for the Golden Tornados. Malden High Basketball Head Coach Scott Marino talks with his team before taking on Revere Tuesday night at home. Manicha Exihomme shoots to score for Malden. The Malden High School cheerleading team poses for a photo during Tuesday night's home game with Revere.

Page 14 THE MALDEN ADVOCATE–Friday, January 17, 2025 Friends of Fellsmere Heights Update Hello Friend, Welcome to 2025 We expect this to be a very important year, in both its short- and long-term aspects. With major changes to how Malden manages open space, and with the opening of the new hospital expected in July, we have many reasons to be engaged and hopeful. This update provides: • Information about new committee assignments at Malden City Council and why this matters to us. • Information about our first meeting of 2025. New Year at Malden City Hall In our last email of 2024, we told you about proposed changes to the Malden City Charter that may affect our work. The incoming City Council President, Ryan O’Malley, has announced new committees, appointments and other changes that will likely speed this process up. Of note: • More meetings will be available over Microsoft Teams, so that committees can meet remotely on “off” nights. Teams is rather like Zoom, but it comes with the software bundle used by Malden and is significantly ~ Legal Notice ~ CDBG and HOME Annual Action Plan and 2025-2029 Consolidated Plan and Public Comment Periods The City of Malden’s Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) program and the North Suburban Consortium’s Home Investment Partnerships (HOME) program are federal community development programs that help cities like Malden address the causes and consequences of poverty by building affordable housing, improving parks and infrastructure, funding social services, and more. 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, 2025. The City and Consortium are also developing a Five-Year Consolidated Plan, which describes community needs and strategies for CDBG and HOME resources in the 2025-2029 program years. The City and Consortium will hold community meetings and a public comment period on the Annual Action Plan and Consolidated Plan following the schedule below: Tues. Jan. 21: 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 apratt@cityofmalden.org. Wed. Jan. 22: Community meeting at 6pm, in person at Malden City Hall, 215 Pleasant Street, Malden, and via Teams. This meeting will include an overview of the CDBG and HOME programs and the Annual Action Plan and Consolidated Plan process. Thurs. Feb. 20: CDBG applications due by 5pm. Tues, Apr. 1: Draft Annual Action Plan and Consolidated 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 ktseng@cityofmalden. org. Comments may be submitted to ktseng@cityofmalden.org with subject line “AAP Public Comment” or to Kristina Tseng, OSPCD, 215 Pleasant Street, Malden, MA 02148. Wed, Apr. 16: Community meeting at 6pm, in person at Malden City Hall, 215 Pleasant Street, Malden, and via Teams. This meeting will include an overview of the draft annual action plan. Mon, May 5: Public comment period ends at 5pm. By Thurs. May 15: Annual Action Plan is submitted to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development for review. Tues. July 1: Program Year 2025 begins. Updated Teams log-in information and in-person room information is available at https://www.cityofmalden.org/calendar.aspx. To request language interpretation or accommodation for a disability, please contact ktseng@cityofmalden.org or 781-324-5720. January 17, 2025 less expensive than Zoom for the city to use. A meeting link is being provided in the posted agenda for committees that will use Teams, and can be opened in a web browser on desktop systems and supported tablets other than a smartphone. For now, on-line access is view-only, but more participation will be available in the near future. Also for now, meetings will either be in-person or hybrid. (This change is separate from the streaming of Malden City Council meetings.) • The Rules and Ordinances Committee is likely to have a significant effect on our work. The chair of that committee is Councillor Winslow; the vice chair is Councillor Linehan, and the members are Councillors Crow, O’Malley and Taylor. • Last year, we told you the planned combination of three small committees (Public Property, Public Works, and Cemetery). This change is to be codified and committee membership increased from three Councillors to five. Councillor Spadafora will chair the new Public Property committee; the vice chair is Councillor McDonald, and Councillors Sica, O’Malley and Linehan will be members. • There are three new committees: Arts and Culture, Community Traditions, and Quadricentennial Planning (Malden’s quadricentennial is in 2049). We aren’t sure how these might affect our own traditions, such as the Lantern Walk. The most important of the City Council committees from our perspective is likely to be Rules and Ordinances (R&O). At their next meeting, they will be considering ordinances to implement the new state law regarding Accessory Dwelling Units by defining the site review standards for such dwellings. We are going to keep an eye on the R&O agenda so we can let you know when issues of concern to us arise. We will be testing the Teams remote access at the next R&O meeting, Tuesday, January 14, at 6:00 PM. First Meeting of 2025 Our first meeting of 2025 will be held on Saturday, January 18, and will be held through Zoom. As usual, the Steering Committee will meet from 9:30 to 10:30 AM, and the General Meeting will be held from 10:30 to 11:30 AM. Members and supporters are welcome to join at any point. Please RSVP at the Events page if you plan to attend. The link is available from that page and is also provided in the email you will receive when you respond. And we’re off! Let’s make this an excellent year. Lauren McGillicuddy, Clerk Friends of Fellsmere Heights BBB Scam Alert: Scammers are impersonating road toll collection services in text message scam Eastern MA, ME, RI & VT – If you’ve been on a road trip, you’re probably familiar with modern tolling systems that allow you to pay your toll fees online. If you anticipate paying for any outstanding tolls, watch out for this text message phishing scam: Fraudsters are impersonating toll collection services, trying to trick consumers into paying for fake outstanding tolls. They might even use AI technology to create more convincing fake websites or personalized messages to include your personal information. How the scam works You receive a text message from what appears to be a state tollway collection service, like the Illinois Tollway, the Florida Turnpike (Sunpass), Georgia Peach Pass, or EZ Drive MA. The text message says you owe a road toll fee of $11.69 or around $12, but you need to pay it immediately to avoid a late fee of $50. Other variations are in Massachusetts for $6.99, Georgia Peach Pass for $3.75, the Ohio Turnpike for $7.60 or even $97.50, with a $150 penalty, and Texas Toll for $7.79. The message includes a link to settle your balance, which appears to be from the state’s toll service, making the message look legitimate. However, if you click the link, you might notice they are asking for sensitive personal information, like your Social Security number. If you proceed and provide your personal and payment information on the website, scammers could now have access to that information, and you might have lost some money. BBB Scam Tracker – https://www. bbb.org/scamtracker – has received reports of text messages that appear to be from toll-collection services. One consumer recently shared, I received a text from EZDrive MA Alert - 63 964 942 8797 SCAM | SEE PAGE 17

THE MALDEN ADVOCATE–Friday, January 17, 2025 Page 15 Beacon Hill Roll Call By Bob Katzen GOVERNOR SIGNS SEVERAL BILLS - Gov. Maura Healey signed several bills into law last week including: DRUG COSTS AND INDUSTRY TRANSPARENCY – Gov. Maura Healey signed into law legislation (S 3012) that supporters say would lower the cost of prescription drugs. Provisions include requiring insurers to eliminate cost-sharing requirements for one generic drug and to cap co-payments on one brand-name drug at $25 per 30-day supply for diabetes, asthma and certain heart conditions. It also ensures that consumers are not charged a co-pay if it would be cheaper for them to purchase a drug without using their insurance. Another provision requires insurers to provide continuity of coverage for new members' existing prescriptions when they switch to a new plan. She also signed into law another bill (H 5159) that that supporters say will enhance the market review process and close loopholes in the health care market regulatory process, including gaps in oversight that were exploited for years by Steward Health Care and Ralph de la Torre. This measure expands the scope of data collection and public review of health care and health care transactions by the Health Policy Commission (HPC) and the Center for Health Analysis and Information with the goal of increasing visibility and accountability for transactions involving private owners of health care resources. It also includes a provision establishing a primary care task force, co-chaired by Health and Human Services Secretary Kate Walsh and the Executive Director of the HPC. The task force will study primary care access, delivery and payment, develop recommendations to stabilize and strengthen the primary care system, increase recruitment and increase financial investment and patient access. “We know that one of the biggest strains on Massachusetts family's budgets is the high health care costs,” said Gov. Healey. “These new laws will lower out-of-pocket costs by capping copays at $25 for lifesaving prescription medications and increasing transparency in the industry. They also close loopholes in our regulatory processes so that for-profit providers like Steward Health Care are subject to the same transparency rules as non-profit providers. As attorney general, I spent years in court trying to hold Steward to this standard, and I’m glad that our laws will no longer be exploited in this way.” “The bills signed by Gov. Healey today represent the Legislature’s enduring commitment to protecting patients, bringing down cost growth and to fostering greater stability and accountability within the health care system,” said House Speaker Ron Mariano (D-Quincy). “Before Steward Health Care ultimately collapsed, executives spent years hiding their financial information from state regulators, putting patients and our health care system at risk. That’s why ensuring that our institutions are equipped to monitor the health care landscape, and to guard against trends and transactions that drive up costs without improving patient outcomes, is so important.” “These laws are an important step toward transparency and accountability for our health care system, and making medications more affordable,” said Secretary Kate Walsh. “We know primary care access is a critical component of health equity, so I’m especially looking forward to the commitment of strengthening our primary care system to help more people in Massachusetts live healthy lives.” ROSA PARKS DAY (H 3075) – Gov. Healey signed into law a bill establishing February 4 as Rosa Parks in recognition of the historic civil rights leader. Co-sponsor Rep. Mike Kushmerek (D-Fitchburg) said the measure will bring awareness and representation to the heroic actions of Rosa Parks during the Civil Rights Movement. “February 4th is the birthday of Rosa Parks, so it will be a great reminder to all those within the commonwealth to reflect on the role she played in raising international awareness of the struggles for civil rights,” said Kushmerek. PROHIBIT REVOCATION OF PROFESSIONAL LICENSES (H 4937) – Gov. Healey signed into law legislation that would repeal a current state law which creates professional licensure consequences for anyone who defaults on their student loan. Under current law, a borrower’s state-issued professional or occupational certificate, registration or license can be suspended, revoked or canceled if the borrower is in default on an education loan. “Current laws are potentially harmful to the more than one million student loan borrowers in the commonwealth,” said sponsor Rep. Natalie Higgins (D-Leominster). “With all of the uncertainty around the federal student loan forgiveness and repayment plans, now more than ever, we need to protect student loan borrowers and ensure they can continue their work and have the ability to repay their student loan debt.” ID FOR LIQUOR PURCHASES (H 4131) – Gov. Healey signed into law a measure that would allow alcohol-serving establishments to accept all out-of-state motor vehicle licenses and Global Entry cards issued by the United States Customs and Border Protection. “Massachusetts has been the only state in the entire United States that did not permit retailers of alcohol beverages to rely on a valid out-of-state ID for the purchase of alcoholic beverages,” said a spokesperson for the Massachusetts Package Stores Association (MASSPACK), a non-profit trade organization representing locally owned retailers of beer, wine and spirits headquartered in Massachusetts. “This regulation was archaic and irrational. It also impeded commerce across the state.” “This vitally important economic measure will support our restaurants, bars and other entertainment venues as they continue to fully recover from losses experienced during the pandemic and allow our out-ofstate visitors to enjoy a drink, if they choose,” said House sponsor Rep. Paul McMurtry (D-Dedham). DECLAWING OF CATS (S 2552) – Gov. Healey signed into law a measure that would ban cat declawing and tendonectomy unless it is done for the medical need of the feline. The measure imposes a fine on offenders of up to $1,000 for a first offense, $1,500 for a second offense and $2,500 for a third or subsequent offense. Supporters said that declawing a cat involves amputating the last bone of each toe, which if performed on a human would be equivalent to cutting off each finger at the last knuckle. They noted that according to the American Veterinary Medical Association, the physical side effects from declawing include both acute and chronic pain, improperly healed wounds, sudden loss of blood, impaired immune response and behavioral side effects include biting. “Declawing is an abhorrent practice that most veterinarians view as inhumane,” said sponsor Sen. Mark Montigny (D-New Bedford). “This is another step in my commitment to protect animals in the commonwealth. As a state we have done far too little to punish heartless abusers and to push back against a weak court system that has too often failed to hold them accountable.” PROTECT CATS AND DOGS (S 2908) – Gov. Healey signed into law legislation that would prohibit the sale or transfer of any puppies and kittens under eight weeks old. Violators would be fined $100 per animal. When the animal is more than eight weeks old, the outright ban is lifted and replaced with a section that would prohibit the sale or transfer of any dogs or cats at specified outdoor locations, such as flea markets and roadsides. This prohibition would not apply to the transfer of a dog or cat by, or to, a shelter, animal control or animal rescue; or to the display of a dog or cat as part of a state or county fair exhibition, a 4-H program or similar exhibition or educational program. Violators would be fined $50 per animal for a first offense, $100 for a second offense and $300 for a third and subsequent offense. "Early separation of puppies and kittens from their mother, and the unregulated roadside sale of dogs and cats, are practices that often lead to serious health or behavioral problems for the animal and no recourse for the new owner,” said sponsor Sen. John Velis (D-Westfield). “I was proud to file this legislation in the Senate this session and am glad that it is one step closer to becoming law and establishing new protections for animals throughout the commonwealth." RENAME THE OFFICE OF ELDER AFFAIRS (S 3006) – Gov. Healey signed into law a bill that would change the name of the Executive Office of Elder Affairs to the Executive Office of Aging and Independence. The proposal also replaces outdated language in the state’s lawbooks, including changing “elderly persons,” to “older adults” and “handicapped” to “adults with a disability.” The new legislation also incorporates gender-neutral language into current law. The original version of the bill was filed by Gov. Healey in May. “Our population of adults aged 60+ continues to grow, and it is essential that we evolve to meet the changing needs of this group,” said Gov. Healey. “We want residents to feel reflected in our agencies and to know where to turn when they need support. I look forward to seeing the work that our incredible team at the Executive Office of Aging and Independence will do for the people of Massachusetts.” ALSO UP ON BEACON HILL $5 MILLION FOR ENHANCED SECURITY – The Healey Administration announced nearly $5 million in grants to support more than 100 nonprofit organizations ,at high risk of hate crimes or terror attacks, by enhancing their security. The announcement follows the release of the 2023 Hate Crime Report for Massachusetts by the Executive Office of Public Safety and Security. The report documented 557 hate crime reports statewide —a 26.6 percent increase from 440 in 2022. As in previous years, the most common bias motivation in 2023 was based on race, ethnicity or national origin, accounting for 45.1 percent of all incidents. Anti-Jewish offenses which rose from 70 in 2022 to 119 in 2023 saw the sharpest increase. “These organizations offer BHRC | SEE PAGE 16

Page 16 THE MALDEN ADVOCATE–Friday, January 17, 2025 BHRC | FROM PAGE 15 comfort, services, community and support to those they serve. Our administration is committed to ensuring nonprofits and all who gather in these spaces are protected from hate and extremist violence,” said Gov. Healey. “Everyone deserves to safely practice their chosen faith, access health care, seek services and gather in community spaces free from the threat of harm.” ADOPT EMERGENCY REGULATIONS TO PROTECT REPRODUCTIVE HEALTH CARE – The Massachusetts Department of 215 Pleasant Street, 3rd Floor Malden, Massachusetts 02148 (781) 397-7000 ext. 2044 Public Health’s Board of Registration in Nursing approved emergency amendments to regulations that will protect nurses from disqualification from licensure and from board discipline for providing, or assisting in providing, reproductive health care services in the Bay State. “When Roe was overturned, we worked with the Legislature to take immediate action to protect providers and patients from liability for providing or receiving an abortion,” said Gov. Healey. “Today, with attacks on reproductive health care and providers escalating across the country, we’re proud to take action to further strengthen those protections. We’re always going to protect people’s rights and freedoms, and we’re going to make sure that everyone can access the high-quality health care they need.” “Our nurses and other providers should not fear discipline or legal action for providing essential health care,” said Lt. Gov. Kim Driscoll. “Approving these emergency regulations … will further ensure that Massachusetts remains a place that everyone can access comprehensive reproductive health care services, City of Malden Massachusetts MALDEN PLANNING BOARD and MALDEN CITY COUNCIL RULES & ORDINANCE COMMITTEE PUBLIC HEARING The Malden Planning Board and Malden City Council Rules & Ordinance Committee will jointly hold a public hearing in the Herbert L. Jackson Council Chamber, Malden City Hall, 215 Pleasant Street, Malden, MA at 7:00 P.M. on Monday, January 27, 2025, in accordance with Section 12.32.050 of Title 12 of the Code of the City of Malden (MCC), regarding a petition for zoning amendments, as proposed in City Council Paper #13/2025, to amend Title 12, MCC, the zoning ordinance, as follows: 1. Section 12.12.030, MCC (Use Regulations, Table of Use Regulations). To amend to establish a Residential use category for Accessory Dwelling Unit and second/subsequent Accessory Dwelling Unit; and to establish regulations to allow Accessory Dwelling Units in the Residence A, Residence B, Residence C, Residential Office and Neighborhood Business zoning districts and to prohibit Accessory Dwelling Units in all other zoning districts. 2. Section 12.16.010, MCC (Table of Intensity Regulations). To amend to establish dimensional controls for Accessory Dwelling Units. 3. 4. Section 12.20.010, MCC (Table of Offstreet Parking and Loading Regulations). To amend to establish requirements for Accessory Dwelling Units. Section 12.32.030, MCC (Administration, Certificates and Permits). To amend to add new subsection D to establish requirements and regulations for site plan review for Accessory Dwelling Units. 5. Section 12.32.030, MCC (Administration, Certificates and Permits). To amend to add new subsection E to establish requirements and regulations for special permits for second/subsequent Accessory Dwelling Units. 6. Section 12.32.060 (Definitions). To amend to establish a definition for Accessory Dwelling Unit. 7. Section 12.28.010 (General Regulations; Nonconforming Uses, Lots, Building and Structures). To amend regarding applicability of existing regulations to Accessory Dwelling Units. The full text of the proposed zoning amendments (City Council Paper #13/2025) is available for public review on the City of Malden website at https://cityofmalden.legistar.com/Le/gislation.asgx and with the City Planner, Inspectional Services, Room 330, and the City Clerk, Room 220, 215 Pleasant Street, Malden, MA. By: Diane M. Chuha Clerk By: Stephen Winslow, Chair Malden City Council Rules & Ordinance Committee January 10, 17 2025 including abortion care.” AGREEMENT ON $43.613 BILLIOM IN REVENUE IN FISCAL YEAR 2006 - Gov. Healey’s Secretary of Administration and Finance Matthew Gorzkowicz, House Ways and Means Chair Aaron Michlewitz and Senate Ways and Means Chair Mike Rodrigues agreed on a consensus revenue forecast for fiscal year 2026 of $43.613 billion. “This consensus revenue estimate for fiscal year 2026 responsibly reflects our current economic environment,” said Gorzkowicz. “While our economy and revenues over the past couple years have continued to grow, the post-pandemic rate of growth has slowed and our budgeting must adjust accordingly budgeting process.” “This fiscal year 2026 consensus revenue figure will allow the Legislature and the HealeyDriscoll administration to collectively construct a reasonable and suitable budget for the upcoming fiscal year,” said Michlewitz. “By being ever watchful of the commonwealth's finances and basing the budget on a judicious consensus revenue figure, we will be able to make fiscally sound decisions over the next few months as we work to make the critical investments that our constituents deserve.” “Rooted in sound fiscal decision making, the fiscal year 2026 consensus revenue estimate reflects our ongoing efforts to tighten our belts and further align state spending growth with tax revenue growth in response to increasing post-pandemic spending obligations and the challenges ahead,” said Rodrigues. “With this agreement, we are laying the groundwork for a balanced fiscal year 2026 budget that prioritizes our state’s economic health, promotes stability and continues to shape a more affordable and sustainable path for the commonwealth.” BEWARE OF EZDRIVEMA SCAM –The Massachusetts Department of Transportation (MassDOT) is once again reminding customers to be mindful of text message-based scams, also known as smishing. The scammers are claiming to represent the tolling agency and requesting payment for unpaid tolls. MassDOT urges customers to be cautious about email, text and phone scams demanding payment of outstanding toll balances. Some attempts have been made to trick customers into sharing credit card numbers and other sensitive information by directing them to a website to pay their outstanding balances. MassDOT strongly encourages customers not to click the link contained in those messages. HOW LONG WAS LAST WEEK’S SESSION? Beacon Hill Roll Call tracks the BHRC | SEE PAGE 19

THE MALDEN ADVOCATE–Friday, January 17, 2025 Page 17 ~ Malden Neighborhood Basketball League ~ Week 2 Team Sixers Bullets Kings Pistons Celtics Lakers W L 3 2 2 1 0 0 0 1 1 1 2 3 Saturday, Jan. 11, 2025, at Ferryway Game 1 – Kings 56, Celtics 43 The Kings came out firing and managed only 11 points in the 2nd half? But they had enough juice to maintain & keep the lead. Z. Pierre (16) did all his damage in the 1st half. C. Matheley had the team high (17) in this opening contest. On the other side, the Magic man & the Celtics struggled to get momentum in the first 2 quarters and had a more productive 2nd half offensive attack, led by A. Che (16) and J. Sweeney (15), but the deficit was too far gone to come back. Game 2 – Pistons 60, Lakers 44 SCAM | FROM PAGE 14 with the message: “Your vehicle has an unpaid toll bill. To avoid excessive late fees on your bill, please settle it promptly. Thank you for your cooperation! Total amount: $6.99 Now Payment: https://ezdrivemap. xin/vip Please reply Y, then exit the SMS and open it again to activate the link, or copy the link to your Safari browser and open it.” I did not pay the bill because I know I have an auto pay on my EZDriveMA account. However, at first I thought it was legitimate. Another consumer shared, “Text received saying my vehicle has outstanding toll invoices, to avoid excessive late fees settle your balance in a timely manner. Then a link was provided.” How to avoid text message phishing scams • Verify your outstanding toll balance with the legitimate agency. Instead of clicking on the link in the text message, go to your web browser, find the toll service’s actual website and log in to your account to verify if you have any outstanding toll payments. Another way to verify this is by calling the toll service’s customer service line. Do not call the phone number that texted Games behind 0 1 1 1.5 2.5 3 Streak W - 3 W - 1 L - 1 W - 1 L - 2 L - 3 Laker S. Warton had an amazing overall game by dropping a game high (26). They had a nice start to the game but the 2nd quarter killed them – only scoring 2 points. The Pistons, on the other hand, had a great 2nd with a 21-2 edge & somewhat coasted the rest of the way – behind the offense of N. Sullivan (21), R. Wallace (12) and J. Charles (11) – all 3 with consistent scoring throughout. Sunday, Jan. 12, 2025, at Ferryway Game 1 – Sixers 55, Kings 44 The opening contest showcased 2 early undefeated squads. you or any phone numbers included in the text message. Instead, find the toll service’s legitimate phone number on their website. • Know the warning signs of a fake text. If you receive an unusual text message, there are several things to look for to help you identify if it’s fake. Read BBB’s tips at https://www.bbb.org/all/spot-ascam/how-to-spot-a-phony-textmessage • Don’t click on links or download files that are unexpectedly texted to you. It might be hard to identify if a link sent in a text message is safe. Scammers can disguise a URL to appear legitimate when it isn’t. • Don’t give out your personal information. Phishing scams often ask you to provide personal information like your birthdate, Social Security number and more. Never give out this information unless you are 100% certain you’re talking or working with a legitimate person or agency you can trust. • Block the number and delete the message. Do not engage with the scammer if you think you received a fake text message. Instead, block the phone number and delete the text message. Refusing to engage and blocking SCAM | SEE PAGE 18 The Crimson got the better of the Kings. The Sixers’ D. Hector led the way with 25, and N. Melvin, after hitting 3 from deep early, cooled off a lot but still ended with 11. The Kings had a comeback shot after just scoring 5 in the 1st. They outscored their opponent in the 4th by an 18-5 margin. But we guess the lead was just too much to crawl back from? Game 2 – Bullets 55, Lakers 53 The somewhat new look defending champs got back on track with a slim margin of victory over their most rivaled opponent in the Lakers. And again S. Warton had himself a game with a team high of 29 as teamLEGAL NOTICE Invitation to Bid MHA #C040224 MALDEN HOUSING AUTHORITY INVITES PROPOSALS FOR EIFS REPAIRS PROJECT TO 557 PLEASANT STREET MALDEN, MASSACHUSETTS The Malden Housing Authority (Awarding Authority) invites bids for the EIFS Repairs Project to 557 Pleasant Street located in Malden, MA. The estimated construction cost of this Project is $900,000. Bidders shall be DCAMM Certified in General Construction. Sealed General Bids will be received until 2:00 PM on February 17, 2025, at which time they will be publicly opened, forthwith online. All General Bids shall be accompanied by a bid deposit in the form of a certified, cashier’s or treasurer’s check issued by a responsible bank or trust company made payable to the Malden Housing Authority or a bid bond, in an amount not less than five percent (5%) of the value of the bid. The successful bidder will be required to furnish a Performance Bond and a Labor and Material (Payment) Bond each in the amount of one hundred percent (100%) of the contract sum. Bonds shall be obtained from a surety licensed to do business in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts and the form shall be satisfactory to the Malden Housing Authority, in its sole and absolute discretion. The cost of such bonds shall be included in the bid price. Bid Forms and Contract Documents will be available for pick-up at www.projectdog.com (may be viewed electronically) starting at 12:00 p.m. on January 22, 2025. This project is being Electronically Bid (E-Bid). All bids shall be submitted online at www. Projectdog.com. Hard copy bids will not be accepted by the Awarding Authority. Tutorials and instructions are available online at www.Projectdog.com. For assistance, contact Projectdog Inc. at 978.499.9014. Bid Forms and Contract Documents are available online at www.Projectdog.com. Enter Project Code 866345 in the project locator box and select “Acquire Documents” to download documents. All plan holders must have an active online account on www.Projectdog.com to download documents, receive e-mail notifications, and to submit bids electronically. Documents may also be viewed, but not removed, from the offices of Projectdog Inc., 18 Graf Road - Unit 8, Newburyport, MA 01950, Monday – Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. A pre-bid conference will be held at 10:00 AM, local legal time, on January 28, 2025 at 557 Pleasant Street, Malden, MA. Meet in the courtyard area of the building. The deadline for questions is February 10, 2025 at 5:00 PM. Questions shall be submitted in writing only to Andrew Barr, SOCOTEC (andrew.barr@socotec.us) and Corey LaPlante, SOCOTEC (corey.laplante@socotec.us). The deadline for questions is February 10, 2025 at 5:00 PM. Questions shall be submitted in writing only to Andrew Barr, SOCOTEC (andrew.barr@socotec.us) and Corey LaPlante, SOCOTEC (corey.laplante@socotec.us). Attention is directed to the Davis Bacon Federal Wage Rates to be paid a copy of which is included in the Contract Documents, and will be made a part of the Contract. The Malden Housing Authority reserves the right to award or not award the project. Mr. Steve Finn, Executive Director – Malden Housing Authority January 17, 2025 mate R. Correale added 11 in this tough loss. No Bullet but one could crack 4 points in the game – it was C. Bolling after he was the only Bullet to score in the 1st quarter. He hit 6 from downtown and 50% from the line & ending in a weekend high of 38 to capture the narrow win to end the weekend.

Page 18 THE MALDEN ADVOCATE–Friday, January 17, 2025 SCAM | FROM PAGE 17 the phone number can help prevent scammers from contacting you again. • If you receive a text message impersonating a road toll collection service, report it. You can file a report with BBB Scam Tracker to help warn others about this new scam, and you can search for other reports of the scam in your area. In addition, file a report with the FBI Internet Crime Complaint Center (IC3) at ic3.gov. Reporting scams helps consumers become aware of scams and helps law enforcement track down scammers. For more information, at bbb.org you can learn more about how to spot a scam by identifying common red flags in various scam types, and read BBB’s tip on text message phishing scams. Savvy Senior by Jim Miller Does Medicare Cover Talk Therapy Services? Dear Savvy Senior, What types of mental health services does Medicare cover? I struggle with anxiety and depression, and my primary care provider recommended I see a therapist or psychiatrist. Anxious Annie Dear Annie, Medicare actually covers both outpatient and inpatient mental health care services and programs to help beneficiaries with anxiety, depression and many other mental health needs. Here what you should know. Outpatient Coverage If you’re enrolled in original Medicare, your Part B coverage will pay 80 percent (after you’ve met your annual $257 Part B deductible) for a variety of counseling and mental health care services that are provided outside a hospital, such as in a doctor or therapist’s office, hospital outpatient department or community health center. These services can also be received via telehealth. You, or your Medicare supplemental (Medigap) policy, is responsible for the remaining 20 percent coinsurance. Medicare also gives you the expanded option of getting treatment through a variety of health professionals such as psychiatrists, psychologists, clinical nurse specialists, clinical social workers, nurse practitioners, physician assistants, marriage and family therapists and mental health counselors. To get this coverage, you’ll need to choose a participating provider that accepts Medicare assignment, which means they accept Medicare’s approved amount as full payment for a service. If you choose a nonparticipating provider who accepts Medicare but does not agree to Medicare’s payment rate, you may have to pay more. And if you choose an opt-out provider that does not accept Medicare payments at all, you will be responsible for the entire cost. To locate a mental health care professional in your area that accepts Medicare, go to Medicare.gov/care-compare, click on “doctors & clinicians” and type in your location, followed by “clinical psychologist” or “psychiatry” in the Name & Keyword box. You can also get this information by calling Medicare at 800633-4227. Inpatient Coverage If you happen to need mental health services in either a general or psychiatric hospital, original Medicare Part A covers this too, after you’ve met your $1,676 Part A deductible. Your doctor should determine which hospital setting you need. If you receive care in a psychiatric hospital, Medicare covers up to 190 days of inpatient care for your lifetime. And if you use your lifetime days but need additional care, Medicare may cover additional inpatient care at a general hospital. Additional Coverage In addition to the outpatient and inpatient mental health services, Medicare also covers yearly depression screenings that must be done in a primary care doctor’s office or clinic. Annual depression screenings are covered 100 percent. And if you have a Medicare prescription drug plan, most medications used to treat mental health conditions are covered too. Medicare Advantage Coverage If you get your Medicare benefits through a private Medicare Advantage plan, they too provide the same coverage as original Medicare does, but may impose different rules and will likely require you to see an in-network provider. You’ll need to contact your plan directly for details. For more information, call Medicare at 800633-4227 and request a copy of publication #10184 “Medicare & Your Mental Health Benefits,” or you can read it online at Medicare.gov. 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. OBITUARIES Howard C. Topping Of Malden. Passed away January 10th. The son of Harry and Lucy (White - house) Topping he was born and raised in the Malden. He was the beloved husband of the late Carolyn Topping and loving father of Susan Bickford and William Shackelton. Howard spent 20 years in the United States Air Force serving during Vietnam. Howard is survived by his daughter Susan Bickford and husband Tom, his grandchildren Amanda Shackelton, William Shackelton and Ann Dixon, great grandchildren Hayden Maloney, McKenzie Dixon and Allison Dixon as well as many other family members and friends. He was predeceased by his wife Carolyn, son William and his sister June Reinstein. Visitation for Howard were held at be held at the Weir – MacCuish Golden Rule Funeral Home, Malden on Thursday January 16th with interment to follow at Holy Cross Cemetery. Kevin M. Kilbride Kevin M. Kilbride, age 62, of Wilmington, passed away unexpectedly on January 11, 2025, while skiing in New Hampshire. Kevin was born on March 14, 1962, in Malden, MA; he was the cherished son of the late Francis M. and Barbara A. (Worth) Kilbride. Kevin was raised in a large and loving Irish family in Malden; he attended Malden Public Schools and was a graduate of Malden High School Class of 1980. Following high school, he attended Salem State College for his Bachelors, Cambridge College for his Masters, and later in life attended American International College for his Certificate of Graduate Studies. In 1996, while attending a summer course at the University of Galway, Ireland, Kevin met a beautiful woman named Maura Glynn; the couple were soon inseparable and married on June 14th, 1997. He called her “Ma Cushla” which translates to “my heartbeat”. Kevin and Maura settled in Wilmington, MA, in 1997 where they raised three beautiful children named Eamon, Maeve, and Conor. Kevin had more hobbies than he had time for. He loved golfing and skiing so much that he moved to Colorado for five years. He loved to travel, especially on road trips and to Ireland. He loved any and all sports, never missed a game, and attended the Olympics not once, but twice. Music was a big part of who he was, and he could sit for hours listening to any genre, but he was especially connected to John Lennon. He felt most at home in nature, especially the mountains, the woods, and his backyard. He loved the simple things in life too, like playing a game of chess, picking up a good book, cooking, and building a fire. He was employed from the age of 10, beginning with a paper route in Malden’s Maplewood Square. He worked at Conville’s Pub in Littleton, CO and most prominently, he was an educator for Malden Public Schools for 30 plus years. He was a self-proclaimed “Jack of All Trades; Master of None.” Kevin loved being a father and a husband and took great pride in each of his children and his wife. He loved spending time with his family as “The Kilbride 5”, but also individually with each of them. Between road trips, summers spent camping in Maine, vacations all over, and time spent sitting together at home, Kevin truly loved being around family, immediate and extended. He was intelligent and well-versed in any topic you could think of, especially history. He could win any game of Jeopardy he watched and never lost a game of Chess. Kevin always said that he felt closest to God in the mountains. Kevin is survived by his beloved wife Maura T. Kilbride (Glynn), he was the devoted father of Eamon Kilbride of Orono, ME, Maeve Kilbride and her fiancé Max Hubbard of Wakefield, MA, and Conor Kilbride of Wilmington, MA. He OBITS | SEE PAGE 19

THE MALDEN ADVOCATE–Friday, January 17, 2025 Page 19 OBITS | FROM PAGE 18 was the beloved brother of Michael Kilbride and his wife Rose of Malden, MA, the late George Kilbride and his wife Carol of Stoneham, MA, and Debra Solares-Kilbride of Saugus, MA. Dear brother-in-law of Deirdre and the late Stephen Wirzburger of Hanson, MA, Desmond and Cindy Glynn and Michael and Maureen Glynn all of Pembroke, MA, Brian and Megan Glynn of Suttons Bay, MI, Gerald and Debbie Glynn of Hanover, MA. Loving Uncle of Shauna and Dave Vera, Michael and Lauryn Kilbride, Sean Kilbride, Katie Kilbride, Timothy Wirzburger, Declan and Michaela Wirzburger, Allison Glynn, Maeghan Glynn, Aiden Glynn, Liam Glynn, Ciara Glynn, Jack Glynn, Ryan Glynn, Braden Glynn, and Great-Uncle of Cormac, Casey, Alana, David Christian “DC”, and Emilia. Kevin is further survived by his dear aunt Bernice “Auntie Nicki” McLennan, as well as a large and loving extended family and many friends. Family and friends will gather for Visiting Hours at the Nichols Funeral Home, 187 Middlesex Ave. (Rte. 62), Wilmington, MA, on Saturday, January 18th from 1:00 – 5:00 p.m. A Service to Celebrate Kevin’s life will be held at the Funeral Home on Sunday, January 19th at 2:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers, donations in BHRC | FROM PAGE 16 length of time that the House and Senate were in session each week. Many legislators say that legislative sessions are only one aspect of the Legislature’s job and that a lot of important work is done outside of the House and Senate chambers. They note that their jobs also involve committee work, research, constituent work and other matters that are important to their districts. Critics say that the Legislature does not meet regularly or long enough to debate and vote in public view on the thousands of pieces of legislation that have been filed. They note that the infrequency and brief length of sessions are misguided and lead to irresponsible late-night sessions and a mad rush to act on dozens of bills in the days immediately preceding the end of an annual session. During the week of Jan. 6-10, Kevin’s memory may be made to Facial Pain Research Foundation, 2653 SW 87th Drive, Suite A, Gainesville, FL 32608-9313 or online at https://facingfacialpain. org/donate/ To leave a message of condolence for the family please visit our website at www.nicholsfuneralhome.com Maureen (Moe) Ann Crowe Of Malden. It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Maureen Ann Crowe, a beloved sister, aunt, and friend, on January 10th, at the age of 79, who passed away peacefully at Bear Mountain at Andover, Ma. A lifelong resident of Malden, Maureen was a proud member of the Malden High School Class of 1965. She dedicated much of her life to serving her community as a dispatcher for Malden Taxi, a role she cherished for many years. Maureen had a passion for watching women’s sports and held a deep appreciation for Motown music. She enjoyed frequent trips to the Cape and Provincetown, but perhaps nowhere did she feel more at home than at Sunset Lake in Hampstead, NH. the House a met for a total of ten minutes while the Senate met for a total of 25 minutes. Mon.Jan. 6 House11:02 a.m. to 11:08 a.m. Senate 11:06 a.m. to 11:29 a.m. Tues.Jan. 7 No House session No Senate session Wed. Jan.8 No House session No Senate session Thurs. Jan.9 House11:01 a.m. to 11:05 a.m. Senate 11:07 a.m. to 11:09 a.m. Fri. Jan.10 No House session No Senate session Bob Katzen welcomes feedback at bob@beaconhillrollcall.com Bob founded Beacon Hill Roll Call in 1975 and was inducted into the New England Newspaper and Press Association (NENPA) Hall of Fame in 2019. WINDFALL ELIMINATION PROVISION REPEAL T he United States Senate this past December passed H.R. 82, The Social Security Fairness Act of 2023 with a vote of 76 in favor and 20 not in favor. This landmark legislation repeals the Windfall Elimination Provision (WEP) and the Government Pension Offset (GPO). Both the WEP and the GPO have served to greatly reduce Social Security benefits for public servant retirees who had worked as a firefighter, teacher, police officer, or in any other city or state employment position. This bill was previously approved by the House of Representatives on November 12, 2024 by a 32775 margin. President Biden signed this legislation into law on Sunday, January 5, 2025. These public service positions are not covered by Social Security. The WEP was first introduced in 1983 during the Reagan administration resulting in a significant reduction of monthly Social Security retirement benefits for those retirees who did contribute to Social Security during a portion of their working years but who worked most of their career in the state public sector thereby becoming eligible for a state pension upon retirement. The GPO resulted in a significant reduction in a surviving spouse’s Social Security retirement benefits as a result of the predeceased spouse having worked in the public sector thereby receiving a state pension. The surviving spouse would be collecting the deceased spouse’s state pension under a joint and survivor election option made by the deceased spouse. The predeceased spouse would have settled for a lesser monthly retirement benefit knowing that his or her surviving spouse would be entitled to collect that state pension for the remainder of his or her life. What this new legislation essentially means is that state workers will be entitled to 100% of their Social Security retirement benefits based upon their work history in the private sector and contributions to the Social Security system. This also means that your surviving spouse will receive 100% of your Social Security monthly benefit upon your death, regardless of whether or not your surviving spouse is also receiving a state retirement benefit either under her own state retirement benefit or her spouse’s state retirement benefit. The marriage must have lasted at least 10 years to collect under a predeceased spouse’s work history. The surviving spouse will of course receive the higher Social Security monthly benefit based either upon her own work history or her spouse’s work history. Retirees will also receive retroactive payments for benefits lost after December 31, 2023. There could be as many as 2.5million retirees that have been affected by the WEP and the GPO acts. Massachusetts is one of the states where state workers have been significantly impacted. The expected cost to the federal government by eliminating the WEP and the GPO legislation approximates $200billion over the next decade. The impact on the health of the Social Security Trust Fund would be an acceleration of the time in which the fund would be depleted. Congress will undoubtedly either cut other benefit programs, foreign aid, contributions to global causes such as World Health Organization, etc., or increase payroll taxes, in order to sustain the Social Security Trust Fund for future retirees. I don’t see our federal government ever jeopardizing Social Security benefits for our seniors. Far too many Americans depend upon those benefits just to meet their minimum monthly expenses. 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. There, she owned a camper and spent countless summers creating cherished memories with family and friends. Maureen’s vibrant personality, big heart, and unwavering love for those she cared for will deeply be missed by all who had the privilege of knowing her. Maureen was predeceased by her parents, John and Susan Crowe; her sister Joan Curley and her husband Paul; and her brothers Kevin Crowe who was killed in action in Vietnam and Stephen Crowe, who also proudly served his country. She leaves behind her brother John Crowe and his late wife Joanne of Dracut; her sister Linda Bettano and her husband Charles of Tewksbury; her sister Susan O'Brien and her husband Henry of Malden; her brother Brian Crowe and his wife Janet of Methuen; and her brother Robert Crowe and his wife Linda of Malden. She is also survived by many beloved nieces, nephews, dear friends and her fur baby Bella. Visitation was held on Thursday, January 16, in the A.J Spadafora Funeral Home, Malden. A Funeral Mass will be held on Friday, January 17, in the Immaculate Conception Church, Malden. Interment was private. In Lieu of flowers donations may be made in Maureen's memory to the Wounded Warrior Project at https://www.woundedwarriorproject.org.

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