THE MALDEN ADVOCATE–Friday, March 29, 2024 Page 7 Councillor Linehan, Girl Scouts host Fellsmere Park cleanup W ard 3 Councillor Amanda Linehan and Malden Girl Scout Troop 71131 will be hosting an Earth Day Park cleanup at Fellsmere Pond on Saturday, April 27 from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m., and the public is invited HOSPITAL | FROM PAGE 1 of the Commonwealth Following are some comments from local officials: “Health care should be a basic human right, but too many people in Massachusetts currently struggle to access the high-quality, timely, and affordable mental health care they need,” said State Senator Jason Lewis. “This new state-of-the-art behavioral health hospital will strengthen our state’s ability to manage the mental health crisis and provide teaching opportunities to ensure a robust workforce for years to come.” He also acknowledged those who “worked for years to reinvigorate this center of community wellness.” “I am pleased to welcome Tufts Medicine and Acadia Healthcare to Malden and for their partnership in opening this new hospital that will adto attend. Volunteers will meet by the picnic benches on Savin Street and will spread out to clean Amerige Park and St. Mary’s cemetery if there is a large group in attendance. All supplies will be provided, dress a critical need in our community for accessible and quality behavioral health services,” said Mayor Gary Christenson. He also thanked he people who “worked tirelessly to make this project a reality.” “In recent years, we have seen an urgent rise in need for behavioral health services across the state. Too many of our residents are still struggling to access the mental and behavioral health care they need… This new facility will be a great asset to Malden and expand our city’s capacity to provide accessible, affordable, high quality behavioral health services and address health care needs of our community,” said State Representative Steven Ultrino. He noted “the collaborative efforts” to create the new hospital. “The lack of access to behavioral health facilities has long been an issue that has been afincluding rakes, trash pickers, disposal bags, garden gloves, water and snacks. All ages and abilities are welcome. Students in need of community service hours may receive credit for volunteering; please bring digital fecting patients and their families throughout the Commonwealth,” said State Representative Paul Donato. “By expanding upon the critical behavioral health services currently being offered by MelroseWakefield Hospital and Lawrence Memorial Hospital, the addition of this facility to our community is a step in the right direction in ensuring all patients have equitable access to the highest quality care possible.” “This project promises to be transformative for our neighborhood, our city, and our entire region. Access to mental health care is a pressing issue in Malden and beyond, and we are proud to partner on a new behavioral health facility that will help fill this deep need while enhancing the community’s wellbeing and honoring the history of this site,” said Ward 3 Councillor Amanda Linehan. or paper forms to the event or email them to Councillor Linehan. For more information, contact Councillor Linehan at alinehan@cityofmalden.org or 781873-9224. Like us on Facebook advocate newspaper Facebook.com/ Advocate.news.ma CELEBRATES | FROM PAGE 1 extends back to the 1950s. To this day he still works as the Manager of the Malden Babe Ruth League Knights, racking up nearly 70 years with Malden baseball. Bob was celebrated with great food, a standup comedy show, gifts and songs. Mayor Gary Christenson surprised Bob with a Key to the City and thanked him for his contributions to Malden along with his tremendous friendship over the years. 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 425r Broadway, Saugus Located adjacent to Kohls Plaza Route 1 South in Saugus at the intersection of Walnut Street We are on MBTA Bus Route 429 781-231-1111 We are a Skating Rink with Bowling Alleys, Arcade and two TV’s where the ball games are always on! PUBLIC SKATING SCHEDULE 12-7 p.m. Sunday Monday Tuesday $9.00 Price includes Roller Skates Rollerblades/inline skates $3.00 additional cost Private Parties 7:30-11 p.m. Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday $10.00 Price includes Roller Skates Adult Night 18+ Only Private Parties Private Parties 4-8 p.m. $10.00 8:30-11 p.m. $11. 18+ Adults Only After 7 PM 12-9 p.m. $9.00 Everyone must pay admission after 6 p.m. Sorry No Checks - ATM on site Roller skate rentals included in all prices Inline Skate Rentals $3.00 additional BIRTHDAY & PRIVATE PARTIES AVAILABLE www.roller-world.com
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