THE MALDEN ADVOCATE–Friday, April 10, 2026 Page 5 SENATE | FROM PAGE 1 funding formula, so our cities and towns can invest in schools, parks, libraries, roads and public health and safety • Protecting our rights and our neighbors from Federal attacks, and our climate and clean energy commitments Malden Mayor Gary Christenson announced their endorsement of McDonald. “Hardworking and determined are the words I would use to describe Carey McDonald, and that is why I am endorsing them for State Senate,” said Christenson. There is no one on the Malden City Council who has worked harder to address the number one issue facing our city, the state education funding formula. At the local level, Carey has demonstrated persistence, a deep understanding of how state policy affects local communities, and the ability to deliver results. I am confident they will bring the same leadership and effectiveness to the State Senate.” As the current City Council President Pro Tempore and Finance Chair, McDonald has focused on fiscal leadership, improving infrastructure, climate action, housing, and equity and accessibility. Key accomplishments in their time on the Council include: • Sponsoring the creation of Malden Community Electricity, which has saved ratepayers millions of dollars and increased clean energy usage • Chairing the Finance Committee through three budget cycles, and advocating for more funding through the Chapter 70 school funding formula • Leading Malden to create its first comprehensive Climate Action Plan to protect neighborhoods from rising temperatures and worsening storms • Successfully advocating for more investment to remove lead pipes, and improve pedestrian safety through sidewalks, speed bumps and traffic calming • Strengthening the affordable housing trust fund, supporting affordable housing projects and pro-housing zoning changes, and sponsoring a rental registry to ensure rental units are regularly inspected • Passing resolutions supporting immigrants and LGBTQ residents McDonald is married, with two school-age kids in Malden Public Schools. McDonald uses they/ them pronouns. Visit careymcdonald.com for more information on McDonald’s campaign and priorities. For Advertising with Results, call The Advocate Newspapers at 617-387-2200 orInfo@advocatenews.net TOURS | FROM PAGE 3 the City of Malden, the Malden Historical Society is able to offer these walking tours completely free of charge. The tour will be approximately one and a half hours long, rain or shine, and will begin at the Green Street entrance. Due to subject matter, the tour is appropriate only for ages 10 and older. Participants are encouraged to wear comfortable walking shoes and bring water. For more information, please email linehan.mark@gmail. com or info@maldenhistoricalsociety.org. Stay tuned for more events taking place in the next couple of months to celebrate the 250th anniversary of American independence! “WE’RE STILL HERE!” Since 1947 MALDEN AUTO BODY 49 Robin St., Everett, MA 617-389-3030 * Maldenab@yahoo.com Over 79 years of exceptional service! Massone Family Owned & Operated Take once per week for the next 4 weeks FREE Outdoor Rx available, scan the QR code or visit: TheGreatMaldenOutdoors.com/Events
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