Page 2 THE MALDEN ADVOCATE–Friday, March 8, 2024 Opioid Task Force holds Town Hall to discuss state of addiction n an effort to provide an update on Malden’s ongoing eff orts to combat the opioid crisis, the City of Malden’s Opioid Task Force will hold a Town Hall Meeting on Wednesday, March 13 at 7 p.m. (Boardroom 105, 215 Pleasant St., fi rst fl oor). Mayor Gary Christenson, Malden Board of Health Addiction Recovery Resource Specialist Paul HamI mersley and members of the Task Force will discuss various initiatives, including the work of Malden Cares and their collaboration with various stakeholders, including local government, law enforcement agencies, healthcare providers, community organizations and concerned citizens to assist those living with substance use disorder. JOHN MACKEY & ASSOCIATES ~ Attorneys at Law ~ * PERSONAL INJURY * REAL ESTATE * FAMILY LAW * PERSONAL BANKRUPTCY * LANDLORD/TENANT DISPUTES 14 Norwood Street Everett, MA 02149 Phone: (617) 387-4900 Fax: (617) 381-1755 WWW.JMACKEYLAW.COM Wah Lum Kung Fu & Tai Chi Academy Honored by Get Konnected M ayor Gary Christenson was in attendance as Malden’s Wah Lum Kung Fu & Tai Chi Academy was recognized as one of the 10 Most Infl uential Organizations in Boston by Get Konnected, an award-winning, nationally recognized, premier, cross-cultural and inclusive networking business that brings together professionals, business and civic leaders and entrepreneurs from all cultures, industries and sectors. Ten community organizations were honored at the celebration and community bonding event, which featured a focus on Lunar New Year and Black History Month. The event served as a movement towards greater understanding, unity and mutual respect between the Black and Asian Communities. The event also showcased Stories of Solidarity from featured speakers. A highlight of the event was the kickoff of the program with Picture from left to right: Mayor Gary Christenson, Mai Du Founder of the Wah Lum Kung Fu and Tai Chi and State Representative Steve Ultrino on right (Courtesy photo) Wah Lum’s traditional New Year Lion Dance. Wah Lum Kung Fu & Tai Chi Academy, which is led by Mai Du, has been tireless in its work to empower others by embracing and celebrating culture and diversity, commitment to youth ELECTION | FROM PAGE 1 to secure their respective parties’ Presidential nomination, both are virtually assured of the nods, which will guarantee a rematch of the 2020 election, with the Final Election on November 5, 2024. The primary season concludes nationwide on April 2. In Massachusetts, statewide and the well-being of individuals of all ages. “I congratulate Mai and Wah Lum Kung Fu Academy on this honor,” said Mayor Gary Christenson. “I’m honored to have celebrated with them and am grateful for all they do in our community.” Donald Trump carried the state in the Republican Primary with 340,218 votes (60%) to Haley’s 208,956 votes (36.8%). Biden and Trump were big winners all across the country as well in the 13 state primaries held, with Biden triumphing in all for the Democrats and Trump winning all but one, with Vermont going to Hailey, for the Republicans. For Advertising with Results, call The Advocate Newspapers at 617-387-2200 orInfo@advocatenews.net
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