Maldden alld a Vol. 32, No. 25 den -FREEYour Local News in 6 Languages! Subscribe to Advocate News Online! AADD Carey McDonald Councillor-at-Large Finance Committee Chair By Steve Freker F or a change, there were no changes. The Malden City Council on Tuesday unanimously approved a $215 million municipal budget which, though lean overall, did feature one of the largest single-year increases in funding for the Malden Public Schools. It represents an eight percent increase overall over last CTE OCAT AT www.advocatenews.net Malden City Council approves $215M municipal budget for FY2024 For a change, no changes: Councillors’ unanimous vote came without amendments after careful review by Finance Committee Published Every Friday 617-387-2200 Craig Spadafora Councillor-at-Large year’s budget of $198.6 million. The striking observation of the whole process this year was that of the dozens of departments and hundreds of line items, the Councillors approved the exact budget appropriation they received as proposed by the Mayor’s Offi ce. This came after careful review by the City Council’s BUDGET | SEE PAGE 7 By Steve Freker S he has witnessed plenty of game-changing moments in her 10 years serving as Ward 8 Councillor. Even still, there always seems to be a fi rst in an, at times, eclectic community like Malden. At a recent City Council meeting, Jadeane Sica made it clear how she feels about the latest news regarding one of the two major residential living complexes in her ward. E Friday, June 23, 2023 INSIDE INFORMATION: Malden’s first-ever hotel is now on table as part of newest Overlook Ridge expansion plan City Council grants 1-year extension request to special permit holder for planned Charles Street marijuana dispensary Overlook Ridge residential development is planning an expansion on the last undeveloped lot on its site, which now includes the construction of a hotel. (Courtesy Photo) When the shovels fi rst hit the dirt about 20 years ago at the massive expanse of land now known as Overlook Ridge, the site was known as the largest HOTEL | SEE PAGE 11 Community comes together at 6th Annual Malden Juneteenth Freedom Day Celebration Special to Th e Advocate I t may have rained all day, but that didn’t dampen the spirits of hundreds of attendees at Malden’s 6th Annual Juneteenth Freedom Day Celebration this past Saturday, June 17. In a quick pivot and with the steadfast support of Superintendent of Schools Ligia Noriega-Murphy and custodial staff at the Ferryway School, the event location was moved indoors from Lincoln Commons to the Ferryway School. The Freedom Day CeleCELEBRATION | SEE PAGE 14 Members of the A.O. Step Team celebrate a successful Malden Juneteenth performance over lunch. (Photo credit: Rachel Sorlien)
Page 2 THE MALDEN ADVOCATE–Friday, June 23, 2023 City of Malden 2023 Summer Concert Series M ALDEN - Mayor Gary Christenson is pleased to present the City of Malden’s Summer Concert Series. A total of four concerts will be featured this summer. Local bands will be making the most of the summer heat on the following Tuesdays from 6-8 p.m. on City Hall Plaza. July 11: The Smack Dabs. July 25: The Reminisants. August 8: The Brothers Walk Band. August 22: That’s Ben Gardner’s Boat. In the event of inclement weather, concerts will be postponed – please check in with the City of Malden website in the event of rain or inclement weather. Three-alarm fire hit Newhall Street home early last Friday Eight left homeless as a result of the blaze, which is still under investigation; second major fi re in Malden in less than a month By Steve Freker A n early morning three-alarm fire hit a Newhall Street home last Friday, sending heavy fl ames soaring into the sky as Malden Fire Department crews and those from four other communities battled the blaze. No one was reported injured as a result of the fi re, but eight people were forced out and left homeless as a result. Crews with the Malden Fire A fi re severely damaged this home on Newhall Street early Friday morning. (Courtesy Photo) 9 Department were called to the fi re at 96 Newhall St. just after 1:30 a.m. on Friday and arrived to fi nd heavy fi re in the building. Everyone was out of the home when they arrived, according to Assistant Fire Chief Lenny Dunn. Dunn called the fi re “a difficult one to fight” and said it took “a lot of manpower to get it knocked down.” The tight space that exists on NeA Malden fi refi ghter battled a blaze on Newhall Street on Friday. (Courtesy Photo) whall Street was a major challenge as fi re crews battled to get equipment set up to fi ght the blaze. No cause of the fi re has yet to be determined as the fi re remains under investigation by Malden Fire officials and the State Fire Marshal’s Offi ce. The Red Cross and Malden Emergency Management were on hand to assist residents in fi nding shelter for the morning and into the near future. No damage cost estimate was available, though fi re offi - cials said the home was severely damaged. Malden Public Library announces new summer hours C 5.0 %APY* INSURED 9 Month CD Your nest egg just got an upgrade. A GREAT RATE AND INSURANCE? NO WAY. YES WAY! Here’s your chance to reach your savings goal faster than ever. Everett Bank’s 9 Month CD with an amazing 5.0% APY* gets you closer to those financial goals much faster. Easily calculate better earnings with Everett Bank’s 9 Month CD. Go to everettbank.com to easily open your account on-line in just minutes. ome visit the Malden Public Library on Saturdays this summer. We are excited to announce that from June 24 through September 9 the Library will be open Monday-Thursday from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m., Friday from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Saturday from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. We invite all residents to take part in the Summer Reading Challenge and join us for our many exciting summer events. Event calendars are available at the Library or on the Library’s website at www. maldenpubliclibrary.org. *Annual Percentage Yield (APY) is accurate as of the date posted and is subject to change without notice. APY assumes that interest remains on deposit until maturity. A withdrawal will reduce earnings. A penalty may be imposed for early withdrawal. Offer may be withdrawn at any time. Minimum of $500 is required to open a Certificate of Deposit and earn the advertised APY. Member FDIC | Member DIF All Deposits Are Insured In Full. Malden Public Library
THE MALDEN ADVOCATE–Friday, June 23, 2023 Page 3 ~ Malden Musings ~ “Malden’s Best According to Mr. Baseball” By Peter Levine H ere is something Bob Rotondi and I have been kicking around for a short period of time: the top fi ve hitters (note to Jason Munroe – we’re talking baseball players, not gangsters) to come out of Malden in the last 75 years. We are just talking hitters and in no particular order. We (or I should say, Bob) came up with Malden Police Officer Michael Langston, the late great Highland Cafe bartender Pete Trabucco, Michael Jordan’s teammate in the White Sox organization Carmine Cappuccio, Dave Caiazzo’s mentor Steve Ring, and possibly the best of them all, Johnny Salmon. This was a tough call all around, Bob mused, so many “batsmen’ came to mind. I threw out the name of Edgeworth’s Dennis Damiano from the 1970 City Champ Barons in the Babe Ruth League. Bob agreed he was a vicious hitter for his time in the BRL but if he didn’t go into the service (Navy), he may have been the best of them all (my opinion). Bob mentioned Edgeworth’s Rob Santo, who did time in the Orioles system, Steve Durant and Billy Croken, who excelled in the Red Sox organization. Mr. Baseball suggested maybe we could put an asterisk after his name, but (former Bruins great) Andy Brickley could flat out hit and played in Malden until he turned 13 when the family moved to Melrose. Andy did return a few years later to play in the inter-city league. His older brothers John and George could really “rake,” too. Bob suggested that maybe my readers might enjoy coming up with their own lists. It could make for some interesting debates, as well as some much-needed laughs. Loyal readers, let me know at the email address below (please stop laughing at my AOL account) whom you would like to recognize as the best batsmen from the past 75 years. Thanks for taking the time to reach out to me, Bob. Readers, have at it. I know I am a little late with this remembrance but circumstances beyond my control prevented me from posting it sooner. This time of year, I dutifully take a moment and remember two Malden boys (and boys they were) who were tragically killed one early summer day 52 years ago. Most remember the night as if it were yesterday. Me included. Malden Street’s Al Owens ANGELO’S A FULL SERVICE 1978-2023 Celebrating 45 Years in Business! s! Regular Unleaded $3.359 MidUnleaded $3.739 Super $3.989 Diesel Fuel $3.739 Heating Oil at the Pump $4.759 $2.99 9 DEF HEATING OI 24-Hour Burner Service Call for Current Price! (125—gallon minimum) DEF Available by Pump! Open an account and order online at: www.angelosoil.com (781) 231-3500 (781) 231-3003 367 LINCOLN AVE • SAUGUS Hours. Mon.-Wed. 6AM - 6PM / Thurs. & Fri. 6AM - 7PM / Sat. 7AM / Sun. 9AM-5PM State Rep. (and part-time football referee) Steve Ultrino with legendary Malden “hitter” Johnny Salmon and Beltran Street’s John Surette were in the ninth grade at Beebe at the time when they were hit by a train on the (pre-MBTA) tracks behind Tricca’s Restaurant (Pearl and Adams) – killed instantly. Beebe Jr. High mourned. We never stopped mourning. Here’s to you, Al and John – always in our thoughts. • Diane Wishoski remembers sitting in a large circle in the park on the Malden Street side when she heard the news. • Billy Settemio refl ects, “Living up against the train tracks we had an abundance of caution. We played on those sandy banks, but that day was horrifi cally sad. All of us kids were exposed to tragedy and sadness the day we lost those boys from the neighborhood. God rest their souls.” • Steve Silva: “I was only 11 but it is burned in all of our collecMUSINGS| SEE PAGE 18 www.eight10barandgrille.com OPEN DAILY FOR DINNER AT 4 PM. CATCH THE CELTICS, BRUINS & NCAA SPORTS ON OUR 6 LARGE SCREEN TV'S! om WE'RE OPEN! 8 Norwood Street, Everett (617) 387-9810 Prices subject to change DIESEL TRUCK STOP FLEET
Page 4 THE MALDEN ADVOCATE–Friday, June 23, 2023 “A major victory for hardworking families”: Clark, Raimondo, Mass. delegation laud CHIPS & Science Act child care investments D emocratic Whip Katherine Clark (5th District of Massachusetts) hosted U.S. Secretary of Commerce Gina Raimondo, Governor Maura Healey, Mayor Michelle Wu and Representatives Ayanna Pressley and Stephen Lynch for a tour and roundtable at the Greater Boston Joint Apprenticeship Training Center. The elected leaders met with members and apprentices to discuss the Biden administration’s job-creating investments and the central role of accessible, affordable child care in building a robust economy. Below are highlights from their conversation. Whip Clark on Democrats’ $2.95 GALLON We accept: MasterCard * Visa * & Discover Price Subject to Change without notice 100 Gal. Min. 24 Hr. Service 781-286-2602 continued progress for working families: “We made sure that as Democrats, we passed the American Rescue Plan that kept 200,000 child care centers open for business during and immediately after the pandemic. We passed a federal budget that invested another $20 billion in childcare so that we can continue to bring down the costs for families. And, now we are using the leverage of the federal government to make sure that employers do their part. This is really the brainchild of our Secretary of Commerce, working with the Biden administration to add a child care component to the application for funding from the CHIPS & Science Act to really leverage that private investment in our workforce and make sure that people have access to affordable childcare so they can get to the job site and know that their family is secure. So, this is a major victory for hardworking families here at the IBEW, throughout the building trades, and across our country.” Secretary Raimondo on commitment to helping women re-enter the workforce with accessible, affordable child Lawrence A. Simeone Jr. Attorney-at-Law ~ Since 1989 ~ * Corporate Litigation * Criminal/Civil * MCAD * Zoning/Land Court * Wetlands Litigation * Workmen’s Compensation * Landlord/Tenant Litigation * Real Estate Law * Construction Litigation * Tax Lein * Personal Injury * Bankruptcy * Wrongful Death * Zoning/Permitting Litigation 300 Broadway, Suite 1, Revere * 781-286-1560 lsimeonejr@simeonelaw.net Democratic Whip Katherine Clark (5th District of Massachusetts) is shown answering questions from the media as Governor Maura Healey and U.S. Secretary of Commerce Gina Raimondo look on following a tour and roundtable at the Greater Boston Joint Apprenticeship Training Center this past week. (Photo courtesy of Katherine Clark) care: “President Biden’s Investing in America agenda is truly transformative. The investments we are making will create millions of jobs: Union jobs. Construction jobs. Manufacturing jobs. “I’m also investing CHIPS and Science Act money. We’ll create over 100,000 manufacturing jobs building semiconductor facilities all over the country. So, the good news is for the next 5 to 10 years, this country will see massive job creation in high paying jobs for Americans. We have to make sure that we train folks to do these jobs – and that includes women. “I know, as a working mother and having been the governor, it is so hard to do a job if you don’t have reliable child care. You could be the best trained electrician in the world, but if you can’t drop your child off and know with confidence and peace of mind that your child will be cared for … then you can’t hold your job down. And so, one of the things that I’m doing is making sure that child care is provided.” Governor Healey on Massachusetts’s plan for CHIPS (Creating Helpful Incentives to Produce Semiconductors) & Science Act child care funding: “I, too, subscribe to this notion that child care is economics. It is really the backbone of our ability to move forward as a state – or inability to move forward. So, what are we doing to address that? One, we're making sure that as we compete hard for federal dollars … that we are taking advantage of the very funding opportunities and the requirements of the program. It is right, what Secretary Raimondo has done, in making sure that child care is included because we don’t have a workforce unless we have child care. And, we don’t have development and growth unless we have a workforce.” IBEW Local 103 apprentices and journeywomen on the struggle to balance work and child care: LisaMarie Scales: “My oldest daughter is 24 … I have a 15-year-old girl. I have a 3-yearold little boy. And yes, I work almost 7 days a week since January outside of holidays. I would say it is extremely hard. You have to sacrifice … With my baby, my husband had to retire from the MBTA [and] we had to make a decision: Was I going to work days or nights with the baby? So obviously I took the days and he’s working at night. I do not get to see my husband, hardly ever. And it has gotten to the point where I have to turn down the overtime because I cannot afford child care.” Jillian Higgins: “When I found out I was pregnant, my biggest fear was child care. My partner is a Local 7 ironworker and we both get up out the door by 5 am. I have family close but asking them to show up at my door at 5 am every day is not feasible.” Tisha Tippayporn: “I have a four-year-old boy, so I would say it is very important to be able to access child care. My husband works at night, so he needs a lot of time to sleep in the morning. But I work early morning … If you don’t have child care, it’s so hard to go to work without worrying about what’s going on at home.” Suzy Depina-Corriea: “I am actually the only one who is not a mom of the apprentices, but Local 103 has been equally life changing for me. Before the trades I was making about 16 bucks an hour and providing full time care for a mentally disabled mother. So, thinking about starting a family of my own was completely unheard of. I’m now on the road from making $16 an hour to $60. That jump in income is absolutely insane and it just means that now looking forward and thinking about a future is actually possible for me.” Local residents named to Dean’s List at University of New England T he following Malden residents have been named to the Dean’s List for the 2023 spring semester at the University of New England: Salma Bezzat and Meghan Pothier. 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THE MALDEN ADVOCATE–Friday, June 23, 2023 Page 5 Malden High baseball coach selected for Mass. Amateur Sports Foundation Bay State Games Hall of Fame Will be honored at Fenway Park June 29; has volunteered as Metro Team Coach for 35 summers since Baseball Showcase began in 1988 Advocate Staff Report M alden High School baseball coach Steve Freker apparently knows a good thing when he sees it. In 1988, the fi rst year that a Baseball Showcase was off ered by the Mass. Amateur Sports Foundation/Bay State Games, he jumped on board to volunteer coach the Metro Team at Boston College. Some 35 years later, he never left, and this year will once again be volunteering his services at the statewide round-robin tournament that has become one of the Bay State Games’ most popular sports of the 37 now offered. For his lengthy and valuable years of service, Coach Freker has been selected for inenjoyed every minute of it,” Coach Freker said of his many years of service. “The Bay State Games is one of the most valuable and rewarding programs with which athletes of all ages can be involved.” Bay State Summer Games duction into the 2023 Bay State Games Hall of Fame. On Thursday, June 29, Coach Freker, along with fellow inductee and Bay State Games founder and Boston Marathon Race Director Dave McGillivray, will be honored, fi ttingly, at Fenway Park, on the fi eld before the Red Sox-Miami Marlins game. “It is a great honor and I have Advertise in theADVOCATE Call now! 617-387-2200 advertise on the web atwww.advocatenews.net P Coach Freker, a lifelong Malden resident, is in his 41st year of coaching high school sports and 38th year of coaching Division 1 high school baseball. In the past he has been inducted into the Malden High Golden Tornado Hall of Fame (2007), Massachusetts State Baseball Hall of Fame (2016), Intercity League Baseball Hall of Fame (2011) and, just this year, the Malden Catholic Bro. Dan Cremin Lancer Athletics Hall of Fame (2023). GAMING DISTRICT MALDEN GAMING DISTRICT check us out at www.MaldenGamingDistrict.com Questing, Billiards, Bouldering, e-Sports, VR, Room Escapes, Karaoke and Magic, plus many great restaurants, shops, and breweries all in Malden Center!
Page 6 THE MALDEN ADVOCATE–Friday, June 23, 2023 Senator Lewis votes for tax relief bill to help working families and seniors B OSTON — State Senator Jason Lewis joined his colleagues in the Massachusetts Senate on June 15 in unanimously passing a $590 million tax relief bill that will help make living in Massachusetts more aff ordable for working families and seniors and bolster our state’s economic competitiveness. Senator Lewis has been a leader in the eff ort to ensure that tax relief is focused on low- and middle-income residents, and does not include unnecessary giveaways to wealthy households and large, profi table corporations. “I was very pleased to join my Senate colleagues in support of this bipartisan legislation that will provide some badly-needed assistance for Massachusetts households with high housing costs, high child care costs, and other living expenses,” said Senator Lewis. “I’m proud that the Senate bill is fi scally responsible and does not include wasteful and unnecessary tax cuts being championed by some business groups that would only further exacerbate income and wealth inequality in our state and do nothing to foster greater economic growth and opportunity.” Some of the key provisions included in this bill are: • Increases the Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC), one of the most eff ective anti-poverty programs, from 30% to 40% of the federal credit • Increases the Child and Dependent Tax Credit from $180 to $310 per child/dependent and eliminates the current cap that limits the credit to a maximum of two children/dependents ing the Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) from $40 million to $60 million annually During the fl oor debate, the State Senator Jason Lewis is shown addressing his colleagues recently. • Increases the cap on the rental deduction from $3,000 to $4,000 • Doubles the maximum senior circuit breaker tax credit, which helps elderly residents who struggle with high housing costs, from $1,200 to $2,400 • Reforms the estate tax by lifting the exempt threshold from $1 million to $2 million and eliminating the current cliff eff ect • Encourages housing development by increasing the statewide cap for the Housing Development Incentive Program (HDIP) from $10 million to $30 million annually, and by increasSenate also adopted an amendment off ered by Senator Lewis that will help prevent tax avoidance by very wealthy households that are subject to the new Fair Share Amendment approved by Massachusetts voters last November. The amendment requires that a married couple who fi les their tax return jointly at the federal level must also fi le their state tax return jointly. A six-member Conference Committee will now be appointed to reconcile the differences between the tax relief bills passed by the Senate and the House of Representatives, before the fi nal bill is sent to Governor Maura Healey for her signature. Mary Anne Gray memorial Scholarship awarded to Peyton Lightbody M Law Offices of Terrence W. Kennedy 512 Broadway, Everett • Criminal Defense • Personal Injury • Medical Malpractice Tel: (617) 387-9809 Cell: (617) 308-8178 twkennedylaw@gmail.com ALDEN - On Tuesday, May 30th, the Malden High School Class of 1981, through the MHS Alumni Association, awarded $1000 to Senior Peyton Lightbody. Kevin Larson and Mary Ellen O’Meara represented the Class in memory of Classmate Mary Anne Gray. “Mary Anne Gray embodied the spirit of MHS and kept the class together all these years, organizing the reunions. Her fi nal act of kindness and cohesion was the coordination of the 40+1 class reunion event in September 2022. 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Offered at $1,200,000. 335 Central Street, Saugus, MA 01906 (781) 233-7300 View the interior of this home right on your smartphone. View all our listings at: CarpenitoRealEstate.com Pictured from left, Mary Ellen O’Meara, Peyton Lightbody, scholarship recipient, and Kevin Larson in the Jenkins Auditorium at MHS. her life with a Comedy Night Fundraiser at Prince Pizza in April 2023 and an additional Go-Fund-Me campaign for all those who were unable to attend,” Larson added. The Class of ‘81 will keep Mary Anne’s memory alive by awarding a scholarship in years to comew to a deserving MHS senior. Cheryl LaRosa, another class leader, emphasized, “The account is open with the Alumni Association and checks can be sent at any time for those who missed this opportunity.” LaRosa coordinated the scholarship fund in Mary Anne’s honor with the MHSAA offi ce. The recipient, Peyton Lightbody, was chosen for being an example of citizenship, kindness, helping others and MHS spirit. “In today’s society, gifted people with these social skills make a diff erence in the world, just like Mary Anne did,” noted O’Meara. Like us on Facebook advocate newspaper Facebook.com/ Advocate.news.ma
THE MALDEN ADVOCATE–Friday, June 23, 2023 Page 7 Middlesex Sheriff’s Office celebrates the graduation of 22 new correction officers B EDFORD, Mass. – The Middlesex Sheriff’s Office celebrated the graduation of 22 new correction officers in a ceremony held Tuesday, June 20, 2023 at Middlesex Community College. Tuesday’s ceremony featured a keynote address by Massachusetts Supreme Judicial Court Associate Justice Frank M. Gaziano and remarks by Middlesex Sheriff Peter J. Koutoujian. Class PresBUDGET | FROM PAGE 1 Finance Committee, which was chaired by first-term Councillor-at-Large Carey McDonald. “Not one dollar was changed in the budget that came down from the Mayor’s Office,” Councillor-at-Large Craig Spadafora, the longest-serving Councillor in continuous terms, now spanning parts of three decades, said at Tuesday’s regular City Council meeting. “There’s never been a budget where this has occurred, to my recollection,” Councillor Spadafora added. “In all my years on the Council, this is the only time I recall where we have voted in a budget with no proposed amendments and no changes. Spadafora and Finance Committee Chairperson McDonald both had praise for the city’s finance team, which included Chief Strategy Officer Ron Hogan, Mayoral Chief of Staff Maria Luise, City Controller Chuck Ranaghan and City Treasurer Dan Grover, along with members of their respective staffs. “It was a team effort,” said Councillor McDonald, who chaired close to a dozen Finance Committee meetings regarding the FY24 budget. “It is essentially a steady as she goes budget, no major changes in personnel or expenditures with one big exception – the Malden Public Schools.” McDonald noted the single-year increase of nearly $12 million which resulted in a budget of approximately $91 million, by far the biggest line item in the overall number. While there was exactly one new position created on the city side of the budget, the addition of a full-time Recovery Coach as an assistant to Recovery Coordinator Paul Hammersley, that was the only personnel change of the 461 total employees in city government. McDonald pointed out that on the schools’ side a total of 43 new positions were added as a result of the increased funding, which came ident Bradford Charlesworth, Middlesex Community College Vice President Patrick Cook and Bedford Police Chief John Fisher also addressed the new officers and their loved ones. For the new officers, graduation marked the culmination of 12 weeks of classroom and practical training that focused on a wide array of policies, procedures and skills. Included in the training were focuses on imfrom both an increase in the Student Opportunity Act (SOA) funds and an increase in Chapter 70 aid from the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. The school personnel additions include moving all previously Elementary and Secondary School Emergency Relief Fund (ESSR) grant positions from the previous two budgets into fully funded positions. A number of new teacher positions were added to address needs as well as the addition of administrative posts, such as assistant principals at all of the K-8 schools. Two new Dean of Students positions are being added to Malden High School’s administrative team, to deal directly with student discipline and school culture, McDonald also noted, as well a number of behavioral specialists, plus more school adjustment counselors to address students’ mental health and social-emotional well-being. McDonald also praised the addition of new media specialists at all of the schools as well as funding to fully staff out-ofschool programs, before and after school. Also, he said, “Our library will meet state standards as well as exploring additional hours for increased access, our DPW is fully staffed with our staff upping its game as to field maintenance in the parks. “We have also added funding to help maintain our cybersecurity for the IT Department in light of this past year’s cyberattack on our information systems as well as the addition of two new engines for our Fire Department,” McDonald said. “We did not have any edits or any proposed changes,” McDonald said. “[Strategy Officer] Ron Hogan is like a dog with a bone in this whole process on every detail, and it was a real group effort.” One recurring theme in the budget process is the fact that an issue with the state educational funding source formula does not match up with the plicit bias, de-escalation, Cognitive Behavioral Theory, Mental Health First Aid and defensive tactics. In addition, all 22 recruits worked alongside veteran members of the staff in on-thejob training at the Middlesex Jail & House of Correction. “These officers join the Middlesex Sheriff’s Office having completed some of the most comprehensive corrections training in the Commoncity’s demographic and financial status, a problem down the road that would have to be addressed. Also, some one-time funding to create the balanced budget was used. “We are using $3 million in free cash and also some ARPA [federal American Rescue Act] funds. 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Page 8 THE MALDEN ADVOCATE–Friday, June 23, 2023 ~ Letter to the Editor ~ Why You Will Pay for Wakefield’s Hockey Rink lthough the Wakefi eld Conservation Commission has denied the permit to build a new Vocational school on the hilltop forest, the Northeast Metro Tech (NEMT) School A Building Committee continues to spend public funds to pursue this plan. This forest was once part of Breakheart Reservation and many thought it was protected. It is designated as core forest habitat, an ecosystem with pools, streams, endangered species and species of greatest conservation need or concern. It is bordered by Wakefi eld’s article 97 public land. Why does NEMT plan to deTanning Salon anning Salo Come See Why Sizzle Tanning is The Best on the North Shore! stroy a mature forest ecosystem to build a new school, costing over $320 million, when they have 30 acres of already developed land that could better accommodate the new school building, parking and athletic fi elds? Maybe the question is – who benefi ts? This is a tale of two parcels – one too risky and expensive for private developers to bid on, covered in forest and ledge, and another cleared and nearly ready to build. Wakefield has collaborated P9S REDLIGHT Therapy Tanning SIZZLE OFFERS HIGH-END, STATE-OF-THE-ART SUNLESS AND UV TANNING! VERSA SPA PRO Sunless Tanning FULL SERVICE HAIR SALON & ESTHETICS ALSO OFFERED! 302 Lincoln Ave., Saugus Cogliano Plaza * 781-231-1006 Hours: Mon. - Fri. 8 AM - 8 PM / Sun. 8 AM - 7 PM C Check us out at: www.SalonatSizzle.com Sizzlesaugus Everett Aluminum 10 Everett Ave., Everett 617-389-3839 “Same name, phone number & address for over half a century. We must be doing something right!” •Vinyl Siding •Carpentry Work •Decks •Vinyl Siding •Carpentry Work •Free Estimates •Fully Licensed •Roofing • Fully Insured • Replacement Windows www.everettaluminum.com •Free Estimates •Fully Licensed Now’s the time to schedule those home improvement projects you’ve been dreaming about all winter! Instagram@sizzlesaugus with NEMT to get a hockey rink and road in the forested hilltop since 2014. RFPs (request for proposals) were requested by the Town Administrator, Stephen Maio, and approved by the Town Selectmen over the years. The developer was to pay Wakefi eld and NEMT fees as the lessors. “The (owners) are interested in developing the site to include two sheets of ice … and a second means of egress onto Farm Street is required”. There were no bids. Why? What could it be except the expense and diffi culty of a project requiring clear cutting, blasting and the possibility of consequences to abutters? In February 2016, a pre-feasibility study for a new school rejected the forested hilltop location as too diffi cult, expensive and with poor access. In August 2016, Mr. Maio received approval from the selectmen to issue a Request for Qualifi cations to “determine if an ice hockey rink would be feasible in the proposed location”. When NEMT was invited to the feasibility stage for a new school the school committee members formed the School Building Committee (SBC). Mr. Maio attended the SBC meeting in Jan 2019 and was a member by May 2019. The SBC hired PMA Consultants as project manager and DRA Associates as architects. The SBC were told that the MSBA (MA School Building Authority) would not reimburse for a hockey rink, aquatic center or other facilities but the future hockey rink continued to be discussed in SBC meetings and shown in presentations. Early preferred options for the school were on the practice fi eld Celebrating 65 Years in Business! S behind the school (a site called “C.1”) and the current football fi eld (“C.2”). By 2020, presentations to the SBC show the school on the site option called C.3. That plan puts the school on the forested hilltop and the rink on the current football fi eld. With this plan the sites for the rink (in the forest) and the school (on current campus) were fl ipped. The highest site cost and the new road cost now belong to the public. The C.3 plan requires clearing acres of trees and blasting down 30-35 feet of ledge for a building platform that will result in a 650 ft cliff along one side of the school. The new road requires blasting by Farm St for a road that will rise to 15-20 ft. The road Summer is Here! Sizzle Voted #1 Tanning Salon!
THE MALDEN ADVOCATE–Friday, June 23, 2023 Page 9 from the school to Hemlock Rd will be too steep for a sidewalk. Those who park in the student lot will need to climb 1100 ft of ramps and stairs to get to the to the school daily. The cost to destroy the forested hilltop is approximately $40M. According to the signed budget agreement, MSBA will only reimburse up to $8.3 M for site work. Why would the SBC want the district taxpayers (Chelsea, Malden, Melrose, North Reading, Reading, Revere, Saugus, Stoneham, Wakefi eld, Winchester, Winthrop, and Woburn) to pay so much for site costs, not educational costs, when there is no need to do it? This will be a punishing cost for some towns, especially Chelsea, Revere, Malden and Saugus. Project documentation submitted to the MSBA show there are 2 viable alternatives that meet the same educational requirements on the lower campus, site C.1 on the current practice fi eld behind the school and C.2 on the current football fi eld. New fi elds will be built upon the footprint of the current school once it’s demolished. No one will say how they intend to use the current football fi eld. SBC and project documentation show multiple references to a “Future Hockey Rink” presented and discussed in the months leading up to the SBC’s vote to approve the Hilltop Building Site (C.3) in December 2020. The future rink was clearly a factor in the site selection, as evidenced by the Final Evaluation of Alternatives prepared by PMA and submitted to the MSBA. It stated “The district gains additional athletic fi elds with this option [C.3] and maintains the potential of reserving the current football fi eld/ track for future development as a hockey rink.” Again, when MSBA reviewers asked for justifi cation for the high site costs related to the hilltop location, the project team responded “The new football fi eld and track is replacing the existing fi eld and track that is … being reserved for future recreational development (outside of this Project)” By locating the school on the forested hilltop, 12 towns will pay to address the ledge and build a road. Stephen Maio, town administrator and David DiBarri, NEMT superintendent, can now get the rink and road they have wanted for years using new school funding. Developers can aff ordably build whatever “facility” they want on the current football fi eld. The SBC members have not acknowledged that there are better, safer site options for the new school. Residents have spoken of concerns about the safety and access to the new school, the 1100 ft system of stairs and ramps. The SBC responded that there will be liability insurance. Citizens requested an environmental review by the state. Since the SBC denies there are future plans to build a rink, the building plan does not trigger an environmental review. A new energy park is planned for the article 97 land abutting the school site that will leverage solar power generated from the school rooftop to benefit Wakefield customers. The Energy Park is described as part of the school project when the Wakefi eld Municipal Gas and Light Department wants voters to approve the use of the public land. It is described as not part of the school when they’re trying to avoid environmental review, which they have done. There is no scrutiny or oversight. The SBC reports back to themselves while determining what is allowed to exist and spending hundreds of millions of public funds. There is a confl ict of interest law, requiring all municipal employees to act in the public interest. The NEMT SBC has a responsibility for all 12 towns, yes? I do not see stewardship, responsibility, or ethics. The school site had been decided without a word about the location on the ballot to fund the school in January 2022, see the Reading Post article “Why-didnt-the-publicknow-about-the-plan-to-buildthe-new-voke”. There is something called a Right to Honest Services. It is 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? Call Dennis at (857) 249-7882 for details. about transparency, deception and a breach of a fi duciary duty. Why is new school funding being used for this long desired rink and road? The NEMT project team claims that the school property is private land. It is public land which is why the public will pay all costs. The loss of this forest will be ours too. There has been extensive outreach to Massachusetts’s state-level legislative leaders. Many representatives that claim to prioritize the environment support blasting away this core forest and wetland habitat. The safety issues posed by the ramp design and lack of sidewalks within the campus cannot be remedied. Students will lose access to the baseball, football and practice fi elds while the hill is blasted and dewatered and rock is crushed for months behind the existing school. Voters were told this site option was the least disruptive. Wakefi eld’s beautiful native forest will turn into a rock quarry with a parking lot. Maintenance for this school site will always cost more. That cost will not be for a better school. It will be for a facility and road that Wakefi eld and NEMT have sought for years. There are better, safer, less expensive and less destructive site options. Please share this information and contact your town. 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Page 10 THE MALDEN ADVOCATE–Friday, June 23, 2023 MelroseWakefield Hospital’s Mobile Food Market celebrates 10th year O n a recent Saturday afternoon, a volunteer placed a shopping bag filled with 30 pounds of fresh produce, pasta and canned and dry goods onto a pallet, along with hundreds of other similarly filled bags. For the past few hours 60 volunteers, including hospital workers, high school and college students and other community members, had filled the bags, in an assembly line as part of MelroseWakefield Hospital’s North Suburban Women, Infant and Children (WIC) Mobile Food Market. The process – made up of equal parts efficiency, effectiveness, hard work and caring – has been repeated each month for the past 10 years. Since 2012 the award-winning Mobile Food Market based in Malden has served thousands of families in local communities, providing high-quality, nutritious produce and staple pantry items for free to community members in need, in partnership with the Cities of Malthem on 10 years of commitment to our city!” During the COVID-19 pandemic, the market shifted to a delivery service to ensure food was available and that families, staff and volunteers remained safe. Each month community partners work with the hospital to ensure deliveries of hard produce and shelf stable panty items to the most at-risk individuals and families. Additionally, COVID-19 test kits, warm socks and health information in multiple languages were shared in the deliveries. In addition to providing food Pictured from left to right: Standing: Patricia Sereno, MD, Community Benefits and Operations Manager Barbara Kaufman, Community Services Director Eileen Dern, Tufts Medicine Executive VP/MelroseWakefield Healthcare President Kelly Corbi, VP of Patient Care Services/Chief Nursing Officer Barbara Viens, DNP, RN, Vice President for Human Resources Tracey Meek; in front: WIC senior nutritionist Kristen Giuliani and WIC Program Director Saratha Sivasithamparam. den and Medford, The Greater Boston Food Bank and a local chapter of Zonta International. “The Mobile Market is an Malden Mayor Gary Christenson greets former MelroseWakefield Healthcare President/CEO Alan Macdonald at the recent 10th anniversary celebration of the Mobile Food Market. example of our commitment to addressing a local need by partnering with the Greater Boston Food Bank to bring healthy food to those experiencing food insecurity,” said MelroseWakefield Hospital Community Services Director Eileen Dern. “Food is one of the most important components of health. Anytime we can put healthy food on a family’s table we are improving their chances to live a healthier life.” Food insecurity in eastern Massachusetts is a significant issue, affecting one of every 13 adults and one of every 11 children. To address these high food insecurity rates, the farmers’ market–style distribution offers healthy grocery options, which are provided by The Greater Boston Food Bank to approximately 650 diverse, low-income families (nearly 3,000 individuals) each month. “MelroseWakefield and Lawrence Memorial Hospitals have a long history of partnering with the communities we serve to demonstrate that healthcare extends beyond our hospital walls,” said Tufts Medicine Executive VP/MelroseWakefield Healthcare President Kelly Corbi. “The Mobile Food Market is a shining example of that commitment.” “I am grateful to the MelroseWakefield Mobile Food Market for their leadership in this groundbreaking initiative of creating access to much needed food and resources to every corner of our community,” said Malden Mayor Gary Christenson, a frequent volunteer at the Mobile Market. “I congratulate to those in need, hospital staff and partner agencies offer additional health services like blood pressure and blood sugar screenings, flu vaccinations, and information about enrollment in SNAP benefits, health insurance and WIC services, to name a few. More than 60 MelroseWakefield Hospital and community volunteers regularly support the program. The Mobile Food Market has been used as a model for the development of more than eight other food markets in Massachusetts and is a catalyst to address the community-wide issue of food insecure, vulnerable populations, including families, elders, immigrants and individuals affected by chronic health issues, unemployment or other adverse situations, such as housing or family situations. Eileen Dern serves as a member of The Greater Boston Food Bank’s Health and Research Council, which advises the food bank’s community-based research, programming and policy work. In 2016 the Mobile Food Market received the prestigious Hospital Charitable Services Award, a national program sponsored by Atlanta-based Jackson Healthcare presented to hospital-sponsored community health programs for their innovative approaches to impacting the lives in local communities around the nation. 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THE MALDEN ADVOCATE–Friday, June 23, 2023 Page 11 HOTEL | FROM PAGE 1 remaining plot of undeveloped property in the city. Since then, a whole new mini-community has arisen at the Malden-Revere city line adjacent to the northwestern end of Lynn Street, with dozens of buildings containing over 2,400 apartments. Add a planned “fi rst” in Malden history to the story of Overlook Ridge – the city’s fi rst hotel. A representative of the developer of the fi nal phase of Overlook Ridge, Winn Development, explained in the Public Comment section of the June 6 City Council meeting that plans call for not only the construction of Malden’s fi rst hotel at the site, but some creative affordable housing construction. Included in fi nal plans is a hotel at the edge of the residential complex. “There will be affordable housing in the new construction, along with a portion of it dedicated to residents aged 55plus,” Councillor Sica said, “and the fi rst hotel in Malden. I’m excited about that.” The longtime Ward 8 Councillor, who was fi rst elected in 2013, has seen Overlook Ridge emerge as one of the top residential locations in the Greater Boston/North Shore area. “It’s the final phase of a development that began 20 years ago,” Councillor Sica added. Drew Cormier, a Winn Development representative, gave a brief synopsis of the plan at the June 6 meeting during the planned public comment section, noting that he and other Winn reps have had extensive meetings with a joint planning board group from Malden and Revere on the development plans. Cormier said his company would need a zoning change for the land parcel before construction could begin, since the land is now zoned for commercial use. Aside from the hotel, the chief use of the land will be for residential living. “We plan on attracting lots of interest with our 55-plus housing and other amenities,” Cormier added. *** City Council grants 1-year extension to special permit holder planning marijuana dispensary on Charles Street Trinity Naturals, which has opened a new marijuana dispensary in Chelsea, was granted a 12-month extension of its special permit by a unanimous, 10-0 vote of the Malden City Council on June 6. In the course of doing so, both parties in the situation, Councillors and Malden-based Attorney Robert DiMarco, publicly confi rmed that no Malden city offi cials –including the City Council – had any role in the delays behind the months. The main observation Ritchie Ward 8 Councillor Jadeane Sica is pleased that Malden appears to be getting its fi rst-ever hotel. (Courtesy/City of Malden) opening of Malden’s third marijuana dispensary. Ward 8 Councillor Jadeane Sica made that clear during a discussion regarding the request by the company’s owners, DMS Trinity Naturals. “There’s some misinformation out there that the City Council has delayed this project,” Councillor Sica said at the June 6 meeting. “There’s been talk [in social media and elsewhere} that you went to Chelsea because Malden was taking too long. “We just want it to be made clear that none of us here on the Council has hindered this project – the Malden Cannabis Licensing and Enforcement Commission (CLEC), Planning Board or City Council,” Sica added. Attorney DiMarco concurred at the meeting. “Nothing was done by this city to delay this process,” DiMarco told the Councillors from the City Council Chambers podium at the livestreamed meeting. “We are a small business and there is a different timeline than these big conglomerates who are opening businesses in this line in other communities.” DiMarco pointed out that DMS Trinity Naturals, who plan to open at 36 Charles St., the former home of a busy autobody repair business, has sunk over $400,000 into its bid, on planning and preliminary construction work on the project. The City Council, acting on favorable recommendations from Malden CLEC and the Malden Planning Board, fi rst approved the special permitting in 2019. Since then, DiMarco said, “The world has changed.” The COVID-19 pandemic shut down the world, basically, in March 2020, including any progress for the Charles Street dispensary. “COVID happened and construction costs are up 14% since the permit was fi rst granted. It is more diffi cult for small businesses to deal with under those circumstances,” DiMarco said. “These are good people, good owners and they want to be good partners for this city,” the Malden attorney added, noting that DMS Trinity Naturals is planning on actively working toward Auto Loans 4.99%APR* as low as EASY ONLINE APP FREE PRE-APPROVALS Apply online at memberspluscu.org today! Trinity Naturals was granted a 12-month extension to its special permit to open a marijuana dispensary in Malden. (Courtesy Photo) an opening here in the late fall, optimistically, *** City Council unanimously votes to deny Second Hand Dealer’s license after unfavorable police reports Reports of apparent unsavory business practices – including alleged possible unloading of stolen merchandise – appear to have infl uenced the Malden City Council’s unanimous vote to deny the renewal of a Second Hand Dealer’s license. The license was connected to Cash King, operating a pawn shop at 41 Lebanon St. Ward 1 Councillor Peg Crowe explained at a June 6 City Council meeting that Malden Police had appeared at a recent City Council License Committee meeting. There, several Malden offi - cers, including Sgt. (Ret.) David Ritchie, told how they had observed a pattern of suspicious activity at Cash King in recent reported at the City Council meeting was a substantial pawning of new tools, still in boxes. Ritchie said surveillance of the establishment revealed a steady stream of those pawning off these new tools and tool sets. He said MPD got together with loss prevention personnel from Target and Home Depot, and their combined eff orts identifi ed men and women who allegedly made a beeline from the two Everett shopping mall locations, right to Cash King, where they allegedly dumped their goods. 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Page 12 THE MALDEN ADVOCATE–Friday, June 23, 2023 Malden reports reduction of overdoses in the opioid crisis I n the face of a nationwide opioid crisis, the City of Malden is grateful to announce that through the implementation of a range of innovative strategies that target prevention, intervention, treatment and recovery support, opioid overdoses have been reduced. Malden Board of Health Addiction Recovery Resource Specialist Paul Hammersley – working with various stakeholders, including local government, law enforcement agencies, healthcare providers, community organizations and concerned citizens – has developed a coordinated response that has resulted in Malden’s overdoses dropping by roughly 20 percent compared to 2022. In addition, the number of individuals seeking treatment and entering recovery has increased. One program that has had a tremendous impact citywide is Malden Cares, a program developed by Hammersley and the Malden Board of Health in conjunction with nonprofit organization Malden Overcoming Addiction (MOA), of which Hammersley is the Board of Directors President. Malden Cares, which Hammersley helps oversee, according to the MOA website, provides Recovery Coaches who are on the street daily in targeted areas and directly engage with residents while providing recovery resources as well as assistance with food insecurity and homelessness. Mayor Gary Christenson has established an Opioid Task Force that meets monthly; members include the Police Chief, Fire Chief, Malden’s Board of Health Director, Recovery Coaches and MOA members. The monthly meetings serve to analyze overdose patterns and deaths during the previous month, discuss outreach and determine where to focus efforts for the next month. The Malden Cares team then diverts to areas of the city where overdoses are more prevalent to work with residents and individuals to offer assistance and provide resources. The Opioid Task Force is currently working with MelroseWakeMalden Board of Health Addiction Recovery Resource Specialist Paul Hammersley and members of Malden Cares (Photo courtesy of the City of Malden) J& • Reliable Mowing Service • Spring & Fall Cleanups • Mulch & Edging • Sod or Seed Lawns • Shrub Planting & Trimming • Water & Sewer Repairs Joe Pierotti, Jr. S LANDSCAPE & MASONRY CO. Masonry - Asphalt • Brick or Block Steps • Brick or Block Walls • Concrete or Brick Paver Patios & Walkways • Brick Re-Pointing • Asphalt Paving www.JandSlandscape-masonry.com • Senior Discount • Free Estimates • Licensed & Insured 617-389-1490 Designing and Constructing Ideas that are “Grounds for Success” Landscaping field Hospital with the goal of establishing recovery coaches in its emergency rooms to meet with patients who are transported by ambulance for overdoses. In addition to raising awareness and educating the community about the risks associated with opioid misuse, the city has developed public education campaigns and “stop the stigma” events targeting the K-8 schools – emphasizing the danger of addiction that can result from any amount of drug use. Educating our youngsters before they enter high school is key to the effort, and the City of Malden currently partners with Cambridge Health Alliance to bring recovery coaches to the Teen Health Center at Malden High School. Law enforcement agencies in Malden have adopted a compassionate and proactive approach, recognizing that individuals struggling with addiction need support rather than punishment. The City of Malden employs an officer who is diverted to calls to assist individuals who are drug impaired and works to encourage them to accept treatment rather than facing criminal charges. This approach not only has reduced the burden on the criminal justice system but helps individuals access the help they need. Another way Malden is working to assist individuals in recovery is to understand the importance of long-term support for individuals in recovery. The Bridge Recovery Center, which is located at 239 Commercial St., is a peer-topeer recovery support program where individuals with lived experience provide guidance, encouragement and practical assistance to those in recovery. The City of Malden is also working through Career Services Coordinator Kashawna Harling, who engages area businesses to facilitate employment opportunities, and trains individuals to assist in reducing barriers for people seeking to rebuild their lives. Malden is committed to doing the hard work needed in the struggle against the opioid crisis. Through collaborative efforts, innovative strategies and a commitment to prevention, intervention, treatment and recovery, Malden hopes to continue its goal of reducing opioid abuse, saving lives, and fostering a resilient and supportive community. For more information on Malden Cares or recovery services available through the City of Malden, please contact Paul Hammersley at 781838-2203.
THE MALDEN ADVOCATE–Friday, June 23, 2023 ~ Political Announcement ~ Page 13 Discover the Inspiration Behind My Campaign to Lead Malden M ALDEN, MA — I am running for Mayor of Malden, and my dad’s phenomenal story is the reason I can. His story is the working class American dream most of us have seen in movies and know from our own families. Born into a very large (and poor) family in Guatemala, my father, Victor Alvarado left home at 18 with a suitcase and dreams to meet his brother who was already married and settled in Chicago. Dad met and married my Puerto Rican mom, had my sister and myself, moved to a 2nd fl oor apartment in a town called Cicero, IL, and worked in the local Western Electric Factory. Cicero has a colorful past (to say the least), but its level of diversity and mix of people have always been equal to Malden. Cicero grew around the Western Electric factory with Irish, Italians, Czechs, Slovaks, and Polish families all drawn to the town for its jobs. Later the town shifted demographics towards predominantly Mexican-American, Italian, Polish and Czech residents. My dad learned English at night, had my mom and us translate as needed, earned his real estate license when we were kids, and became an American citizen in the 1980s. He sold homes to the growing Latino community in Cicero (and nearby Berwyn). His name became known as a trusted ally and resource in the area, and he eventually opened his own offi ce - Home Sweet Home Real Estate. My dad loved our family, but he LOVED that business! It was the physical embodiment of all of his hard work, plus it continued to take care of our family. Both of my parents worked our entire lives. He would gauge how many houses he would need to sell in order to pay for the semester’s college tuition, Victor Alvarado, 18 years old, passport photo from when he came to the United States in 1964 healed, he was up and about living his life to the fullest again. Cruising, working, and spending time with my mom and grandkids were his favorite pastimes. He truly lived a full life. My dad passed away in December 2019 right before COVID began. Victor Alvarado worked, lived, and embodied working class America and the American dream. He came here, rocked this life, and left us all better off for having been a part of his. He made sure my sister and I could go to college, have good jobs plus happy families of our own, and follow our dreams. Dad, your story is the reason Victor Alvarado, 2017 Victor Alvarado who is currently running for Mayor of Malden, and his daughter, Lissette. or to buy a new used car, and eventually a new home in a new town. He managed money like a boss and made sure we could all go on vacations when we were kids. We were not born with silver spoons in our mouths. We were born with a work ethic that said: you get what you give, and give nothing less than110%. In 2005, my dad was diagnosed with a lung disease called Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis (IPF) and had a single lung transplant that same year. IPF is just like COVID but can take years to develop. Once he was why I was able to go to college, work for Barack Obama in the U.S Senate and White House, and reach my dreams. I’m running for Mayor of Malden now, and I know that you would be so proud. Your hard work and perseverance made sure that I had the training and government experience necessary to take this next step. The American Dream continues. Thank you, Dad. CONNIE GUERRIERO, ESQUIRE Law offices of Howard M. Kahalas 6 Beacon Street, Suite 1020 Boston, MA 02108 Cell: (781) 405-5053 Office: (617) 523-1155 Email: cguerriero@kahalaslaw.com Our firm Specializes in Personal Injury, Workers Compensation & Criminal Defense. We have over 80 years of Combined Experience Victor Alvarado (far right) with his sibling In Guatemala City, Guatemala in the 1950s (Photos courtesy of Lissette Alvarado) Motor Vehicle Accidents Slip and Falls Premises Liability Dog Bites Injured on the Job
Page 14 THE MALDEN ADVOCATE–Friday, June 23, 2023 CELEBRATION| FROM PAGE 1 bration began in the Ferryway lobby, where former U.S. Marine Eric Henry raised the Juneteenth flag as Lydia “Lovely Singer” Harrell sang the Black National Anthem, “Lift Every Voice and Sing.” A crowd filled the atrium and waved miniature Juneteenth flags as Mayor Gary Christenson gave his annual Juneteenth Proclamation and Malden Juneteenth committee member Erga Pierrette gave a stirring statement about the need for continued activism toward becoming an anti-racist community. Following the flag raising, the gym became the epicenter of the Malden Juneteenth event. Crowds gathered to watch artist performances, browse Blackowned vendors and engage with a variety of community organizations, including Malden Reads, Malden Girl Scouts, Bread of Life, Malden Cares, Cambridge Health Alliance, Malden Language Ambassador Program, Mystic River Watershed Association, American Association for Arab Women, Friends of Roosevelt Park, Mystic Valley Progressives. Youth activities occurred simultaneously in various spaces – games in the lobby, henna and face painting in the hallway, arts & crafts in the gym and even a story walk in the stairwell. Emcee Bridget Mutebi introduced a joyful and reflective program by Black artists, beginning with Reba Danastorg, who immediately engaged the crowd with her soulful performance of “Lean on Me.” Malden High School graduate Christelle Jean wrote a Juneteenth poem, which Erga Pierrette shared with the crowd. NAACP Mystic Valley Branch President Jillian Harvey delivered a keynote that lifted up the need for national reparations for Black Americans and continued racial healing at the community level. An annual favorite, Malden High’s AO Step Team gave an amazing performance, followed by another beautiful number by Lydia Harrell, a rendition of Bob Marley’s “Three Little Birds.” The program culminated with the amazing musical group Zili Misik, which is led by Kera Washington. The band performed several songs and engaged the audience in drum circles and dances. The artist program ended with a joyful dance line winding through the gym to Zili Misik’s final song. Malden-based DJ Tyrone Henry of LiVn on Beats managed sound throughout the event. All artist programming was supported in part by a grant from the Malden Cultural Council, a local agency which is supported by the Mass Cultural Council, a state agency. The City of Malden sponsored Malden Juneteenth’s free community lunch in the Ferryway cafeteria, which was joyfully decorated for Juneteenth. The menu was provided by local Black-owned caterers Soulful Cuisine, The Island, and Neighborhood Kitchen and included curry goat, macaroni gratinee and deliciously spiced fried chicken. Lunch service was efficient and the food plentiful, thanks to an enthusiastic group of community volunteers, including youth members of the following groups: Mystic Valley YMCA Leaders, Malden High Key Club and Malden Youth Civics Council. A youth member of one of these groups was the jubilant winner of the vendor raffle after lunch – she won a basket containing items donated by all vendors: a small painting, hair accessories, jewelry, a handbag and more. Malden’s Juneteenth Freedom Day Celebration is truly a community effort. The Malden Juneteenth Committee consists of 13 diverse members: Erga Pierrette, Rachel Sorlien, Marcia Manong, Karen Colón Hayes, Melissa Castillo, Jessica Vasquez, Tyrone Henry, Zayda Ortiz, Reba Danastorg, Bridget Mutebi, Muriel Williams, Linda Clyne, and Dawn Macklin. Over 50 additional community volunteers assisted on the day of the event. In addition to funding the community lunch, the Malden Mayor’s Office provided significant support with event logistics and coordinated flag raisings at municipal buildings across the city. City Soulful Cuisine staff and Malden Juneteenth volunteers serve up food to eager diners. (Photo credit: Maya Colón Hayes) Chef Phil Thompson of Soulful Cuisine serves up some of his goat stew to eager diners. (Photo credit: Maya Colón Hayes) Reba Danastorg sings a soulful rendition of “Lean on Me” as Emcee Bridget Mutebi and Malden Juneteenth Committee leader Erga Pierrette look on. (Photo credit: SuSi Ecker) Councillors Karen Colón Hayes, Carey McDonald, Chris Simonelli, Amanda Linehan, Barbara Murphy, Peg Crowe and Craig Spadafora provided financial support. Malden Public School administrators coordinated flag raisings at each Malden Public School building and shared Juneteenth resources with educators and students. Eastern Bank Foundation and NAACP Mystic Valley Branch awarded essential funding to Malden Juneteenth for artist programming and event decorations, equipment and supplies. Nearly 100 individuals donated to Malden Juneteenth through their participation in the group’s first annual fundraiser in May. This 6th Annual Malden Juneteenth Freedom Celebration brought the community together once again, and the Malden Juneteenth Committee is thrilled to carry this collaboration forward to 2024’s event! Kids enjoy the craft table hosted by the Malden Juneteenth Committee and Malden Girl Scouts. (Photo credit: Maya Colón Hayes) Community partners lined the gym with informational tables. Pictured here are the Mystic River Watershed Association, Malden Girl Scouts, and Chinese Culture Connection. (Photo credit: Maya Colón Hayes) Soulful Cuisine staff and Malden Juneteenth volunteers serve up food to eager diners. (Photo credit: Rachel Sorlien) Musical group Zili Misik, which is led by founder and percussionist Kera Washington, performs during the Malden Juneteenth Freedom Celebration artist program. (Photo credit: Maya Colón Hayes) Members of Malden High’s AO Step Team strike a pose on their way into lunch. (Photo credit: Maya Colón Hayes)
THE MALDEN ADVOCATE–Friday, June 23, 2023 Page 15 Outdoor Family Movie Night in the Park at River’s Edge J oin us for a “Movie Night in the Park at River’s Edge” on Thursday, June 29. The movie will be at the Park at Rivers Edge Great Lawn adjacent to 200 River’s Edge Dr. in Medford. The Great Lawn section of the Park will be transformed into an outdoor movie theatre where residents and visitors of all ages are welcome to gather and enjoy a free movie night featuring “The Super Mario Bros. Movie.” The event is free and open to the public – sponsored by Preotle, Lane & Associates and the Malden Public Library. Attendees should bring their own blankets and chairs for use. There will be free snacks and water provided. Wellington Station is just 0.4 miles from River’s Edge. Free parking is available at the River’s Edge Garage. 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For more information and to get your free subscription, go to: https://lp. constantcontactpages.com/su/ aPTLucK THE HOUSE AND SENATE: Beacon Hill Roll Call records local senators’ votes on roll calls from the week of June 12-16. There were no roll calls in the House last week. SENATE APPROVES $590 MILLION TAX REDUCTION PACKAGE (S 2397) Senate 39-0, approved a package Movie Night Flyer Origami Night at the Library L earn the art of Origami when the Malden Public Library hosts an Origami Night at the Library on Tuesday, June 27, from 6:30-8:30 p.m. The program is limited to 15, so call 781-324-0218 to register. All supplies will be provided but please bring along your own ruler. that provides $590 million in tax relief. The House has already approved its own tax reduction package and a House-Senate conference committee will hammer out a compromise version. Key provisions of the Senate package include raising the Earned Income Tax Credit from 30 percent of the federal credit to 40 percent of the federal credit; raising the cap on the rental deduction from $3,000 to $4,000;increasing from $1 million to $2 million the value of a person’s estate that is exempt from the the state’s estate/death tax that a person is required to pay following their death before distribution to any beneficiary; increasing from $1,200 to $2,400 the maximum senior circuit breaker credit; increasing the statewide cap for the Dairy Tax credit from $6 million to $8 million; and doubling the credit for lead paint abatement to $3,000 for full abatement and $1,000 for partial abatement. The package also provides that student loan payment assistance offered by employers will not be treated as a taxable salary and gives cities and towns the option to adopt a local property tax exemption for real estate that is rented to a person below a certain area-dependent income level. “As I have said from the outset, Origami Night with Carol at the Library tax relief should go to the workers, families and elderly residents of the commonwealth who need it most,” said Senate President Karen Spilka (D-Ashland). “Massachusetts doesn’t need just any tax relief, we need permanent, progressive, smart and sustainable tax relief. Too many families have been caught between the rising costs of healthcare, housing, education and basic goods.” “Consistent with the views of the Senate membership, our Senate tax package is forward-looking, fiscally sustainable, comprehensive and progressive,” said Sen. Mike Rodrigues (D-Westport), chair of the Senate Ways and Means Committee. “It puts money back into the pockets of our residents, providing permanent tax cuts for low-income workers, families, renters, seniors and persons with disabilities, while focusing on the largest issue that is undercutting our commonwealth’s overall competitiveness – which is the affordability and availability of housing.” "Working families aren’t leaving the commonwealth because of taxes on day-traders," said Sen. Susan Moran (D-Falmouth), Senate chair of the Committee on Revenue. "They are leaving because they can’t find housing they can afford. This package aimed at growing housing will also grow our workforce and the commonwealth’s competitiveness." (A “Yes” vote is for the $590 million tax reduction package.) Sen. Jason Lewis Yes 25 PERCENT MUST BE AFFORDABLE HOUSING (S 2397) Senate 9-30, rejected an amendment to a section of the bill that funds the Housing Development Incentive Program (HDIP). The amendment would require that HDIP projects must make 25 percent of their units affordable. HDIP, according to its state website, "provides Gateway Cities with a tool to develop market rate housing while increasing residential growth, expanding diversity of housing stock, supporting economic development and promoting neighborhood stabilization in designated areas." “This amendment ensures that HDIP leads to construction of units for everyone,” said amendment sponsor Sen. Jamie Eldridge (D-Acton). “It ensures that HDIP is not exclusively used for high-rent luxury apartments. And this is not a theoretical concern. An excellent report from the Massachusetts Law Reform Institute explains that [while] HDIP is titled a market rate credit, the rents usually exceed prevailing rents and prices, some by 50 percent to 70 percent with no limit on future increases. Rents in many HDIP subsidized developments are excessively high cost as described in current apartment advertisements.” “The HDIP program is the primary tool for Gateway Cities to expand housing stock, revitalize downtowns and attract and retain a middle class in cities where low rents do not support new housing development projects,” said Sen. John Cronin (D-Fitchburg) who opposed the amendment. “While affordability requirements may work in some communities, forcing a one-size-fits-all requirement on others will diminish the program’s utility by disincentivizing development—completely contrary to the objective of the program. The Senate got this vote right.” (A “Yes” vote is for the amendment requiring that 25 percent of the units be affordable. A “No” vote is against the amendment.) Sen. Jason Lewis No FILE TAXES JOINTLY (S 2387) Senate 33-5, approved an amendment that would require Massachusetts couples who file income tax returns jointly at the federal level do the same at the state level. Supporters said this amendment will close a loophole that allows some married couples to file individually – an action that could be used to minimize or avoid the person’s state tax obligations under the newly approved 4 percent surtax which is in addition to the current flat 5 percent one, on taxpayers’ earnings of more than $1 million annually. Opponents said if filers are forced to file jointly at the state level, the 4 percent surtax will apply to many more filers which is not what the voters approved on the November 2022 ballot question imposing the 4 percent surtax. (A “Yes” vote is for the amendment requiring joint filing. A “No” vote is against the amendment.) Sen. Jason Lewis Yes REDUCE SHORT TERM CAPITAL GAINS TAX (S 2397) Senate 5-32, rejected an amendment that would reduce the shortterm capital gains tax from 12 percent to 5 percent. Amendment supporters said that there are 26 states that currently tax short-term capital gains at a rate of 5 percent or lower, including all of our surrounding states. They noted that both the House and the governor favor the reduction. They asked why the capital gains tax or any tax imposed should be charged at a higher rate than earned income. Sen. Bruce Tarr (R-Gloucester), the sponsor of the amendment, did not respond to repeated requests by Beacon Hill Roll Call asking him to comment on his amendment. Amendment opponents said the state cannot afford the $117 million loss in revenue that this tax cut would cost this year. They argued the cut would do nothing to help the costs of housing and living. Senate Ways and Means Chair Sen. Mike Rodrigues (D-Westport) did not respond to repeated requests by Beacon Hill Roll Call asking him to comment on his opposition to the amendment. (A “Yes” vote is for the reduction to 5 percent. A “No” vote is against the reduction.) Sen. Jason Lewis No INCREASE ESTATE/DEATH TAX EXEMPTION (S 2397) Senate 5-33, rejected an amendBHRC | SEE PAGE 17
Page 16 THE MALDEN ADVOCATE–Friday, June 23, 2023 Malden NFLer hosts camp for local kids at Salemwood School M alden native Larnel Coleman, who went from St. Clement’s school all the way to the National Football League (NFL) – now with the Carolina Panthers – hosted a free instructional camp for Malden kids with over 100 in attendance on Saturday. Coleman attended UMass-Amherst. Coleman hosted the camp in partnership with the Malden Public Schools Athletic Department and Malden Recreation. The entire MHS Golden Tornado Football coaching staff, including Head Coach Witche Exilhomme, were on hand to assist as well as over 20 Malden High student-athletes. SIGN OF THE TIMES: Carolina Panther and Malden native Larnel Coleman signs autographs for some starstruck fans. (Advocate Photos) TORNADOS TAKE PART: Malden High players, shown from right: Karl Lange, Aidan Brett and Gabriel Cardoso took part in the camp. LARNELL NUMBER ONE: The younger campers are shown after the first session – nearly 70 in all. PRO TIME: Some younger guys got to meet Larnel Coleman. SHOWING THE WAY: Larnel Coleman talke with campers on Saturday.
THE MALDEN ADVOCATE–Friday, June 23, 2023 Page 17 ~ Malden Softball Week 7 Game Recaps ~ Monday, June 19, 2023 St. Peter’s Angels grabs lead in fifth inning to defeat Criollos St. Peter’s Angels stole the lead late and defeated Criollos, 11-6, on Monday. St. Peter’s Angels trailed, 6-4, in the bottom of the fifth inning when Erik Scola homered on a 1-0 count, scoring three runs. Scola led the Angels to victory by driving in four runs. Scola went 3-for-3 at the plate. Joe Schaaf was on the rubber for the Angels. The hurler allowed nine hits and four runs over four innings, striking out one and walking none. Ron Rivera was in the pitcher’s circle for Criollos. The pitcher lasted five innings, allowing 13 hits and seven runs while striking out one and walking none. Dean’s walk-off seals the deal in Sachems’ victory over Dirtbags Sachems took Monday’s game in dramatic fashion, with a 7-6, walk-off victory over Dirtbags. The game was tied at six with Sachems batting in the bottom of the eighth when Mike Dean singled on a 0-1 count, scoring one run. Sachems put up three runs in the seventh inning. The big inning was thanks to a single by Casey Flynn and a double by Tim Sliwinski. Matt Fraser got the start for Sachems. The righty surrendered six runs on 12 hits over eight innings, striking out one and walking none. Al Tamagna started for the Dirtbags. The righty allowed 13 hits and seven runs over seven and a third innings, striking out none BHRC | FROM PAGE 15 ment that would increase from $1 million to $5 million the amount of money that is exempt from the value of a person’s estate from the state’s estate/death tax that a person is required to pay following their death before distribution to any beneficiary. The increase to $5 million would be implemented over ten years. Most Republicans are against any such tax and coined the name “death tax” to imply that the government taxes you even after you die. Most Democrats support the tax and call it an “estate tax” to imply that this tax is only paid by the wealthy. “You work hard and earn money, it’s taxed,” said amendment sponsor Sen. Ryan Fattman (R-Sutton). “You save and invest your money, it’s taxed. You spend your money, it’s taxed. You own property, it's taxed. Only in Massachusetts and Oregon, after working your whole life, do you get taxed at the highest Anthony Guliano and walking none. Jose Ortiz Tuesday, June 20, 2023 Patrick’s clinch lead in seventh inning for victory over White Sox Patrick’s stole the lead late in the game in a 14-10 victory over the White Sox on Wednesday. Patrick’s trailed 10-9 in the top of the seventh inning when Jovan Alexander tripled on a 1-0 count, scoring two runs. Alexander led Patrick’s to victory by driving in four runs. He went two for four at the plate. Anthony Giuliano opened up the scoring for Patrick’s in the second inning with a solo home run. Giuliano got the start for Patrick’s. Giuliano went seven innings, allowing 10 runs on eight hits. Sigfredo Velez was in the circle for the White Sox. The pitcher went seven innings, allowing 14 runs on 19 hits and striking out six. Jamma drives in four to seal P-Cals Pals’ victory over St. Peter’s Angels rate in the country after your death. My amendment sought to shed the ‘Taxachusetts’ mentality … Our residents should want to spend their golden years in Massachusetts, but our tax policy makes it unaffordable to die in Massachusetts. Middle and upper-middle-class families should not have to worry about the government taking what they have worked so hard for future generations of their family.” Amendment opponents said the proposed bill already raises the exemption from $1 million to $2 million and noted that will cost $185 million. They said a hike to $5 million is excessive and unaffordable and will cost hundreds of millions of dollars more. They noted that lowering the estate tax is not the only way to help seniors and their families and noted there are many other initiatives that help seniors. Senate Ways and Means Chair Sen. Mike Rodrigues (D-Westport) did not respond to repeated reFour runs batted in from Mike Jamma helped lead P-Cals Pals past St. Peter’s Angels, 19-4, on Tuesday. Jamma drove in four runs on a home run in the second inning and a triple in the fourth. P-Cals put up five runs in the fourth inning. The offensive onslaught by P-Cals was led by Derek Coderre, Mike Jamma and Brett Carriker, all knocking in runs in the inning. Mike Garland was on the rubber for P-Cals Pals. Garland went five innings, allowing four runs on eight hits, striking out four and walking one. P-Cals launched four home runs on the day: Gerald Contaldi put one out in the fifth inning; Marc Coppola in the third inning; Mike Jamma had a four-bagger in the second; and Danny Trentsch in the first inning. Sachems take high scoring game from Patrick’s Both pitching staffs had their hands full on Tuesday in a high-scoring affair where Saquests by Beacon Hill Roll Call asking him to comment on his opposition to the amendment. (A “Yes” vote is for increasing the exemption to $5 million. A “No” vote is against raising it.) Sen. Jason Lewis No ALSO UP ON BEACON HILL DON'T MISS THIS "MEET THE MEDIA" EVENT -Join MASSterList and the State House News Service for a discussion with leading local journalists about the Massachusetts political and policy landscape at 8:30 a.m. Thursday, June 29 at Massachusetts Continuing Legal Education (MCLE) at 10 Winter Place (Downtown Crossing) in Boston. Topics will include competitive pressures, transparency in state and local government and developing relationships with government sources and communications professionals. Tickets/ more info: https://massterlist.com/ meet-the-media/ The All-Star Panel includes: chems bested Patrick’s, 15-11. Patrick’s took an early lead in the first inning. Cameron Whitman drove in one run with a triple. Sachems took the lead for good with eight runs in the fourth inning. Steve Almquist led things off in the pitcher’s circle for Sachems. Almquist allowed 13 hits and 11 runs over seven innings. Brett Batting toed the rubber for Patrick’s. The righty allowed 18 hits and 15 runs over seven innings, striking out one. Sachems hit four home runs on the day. Webster had a homerun in the first and fifth innings. Dante went deep in the fourth inning. Mike Dean had a homer in the seventh inning. Chum led Patrick’s with three hits in four at bats. Malden Bombers jump out to early lead in victory over Dirtbags Malden Bombers grabbed an early lead on their way to a 19-2 victory over the Dirtbags on Tuesday. Bombers secured Matt Stout, Reporter, the Boston Globe Azita Ghahramani, Senior Editor for Politics, WGBH News James “Jimmy” Hills, host, Java With Jimmy Jennifer Smith, Staff Reporter, Commonwealth Magazine Steph Solis, Reporter, Axios Boston Colin Young, Reporter, State House News Service Moderator: Adam Reilly, Reporter, WGBH News SALES TAX HOLIDAY ON AUGUST 12 AND 13 - The House and Senate set Saturday, August 12 and Sunday, August 13 as this year’s Sales Tax Holiday. This will allow consumers to buy most products that cost under $2,500 on those two days without paying the state's 6.25 percent sales tax. This annual sales-taxfree weekend was made permanent in 2018 and gives the Legislature the authority to set the dates by June 15 each year. the victory thanks to 10 runs in the fourth inning. Kevin O’Hara, Sam McDonald, Mike Campbell, Jonathan Zewiey, Joie Fitzgerald and Nick Williamson all moved runners across the plate with RBIs in the inning. Dana Zewiey Jr. led things off in the pitcher’s circle for Malden Bombers. The righty lasted five innings, allowing six hits and two runs while striking out three and walking none. Joe Carlson led the Dirtbags with two hits in two at bats. Anyone who is interested in checking out a game or joining our league, please visit us at maldensoftball.com. Standings P-Cals Pals St. Peter’s Angels Malden Bombers Sachems Criollos White Sox Patrick’s Dirtbags 8-1 7-2 5-3 6-4 3-4 3-6 1-7 1-7 Supporters of the holiday say it has been in effect for many years, would boost retail sales and noted that consumers would save millions of dollars. They argue that the state's sales tax revenue loss would be offset by increased revenue from the meals and gas tax revenue generated by shoppers on those two days. Opponents of the bill say the state cannot afford the up to $30 million estimated revenue loss and argued the holiday actually generates little additional revenue for stores because consumers typically buy the products even without the tax-free days. They say that the Legislature should be looking at broader, deeper tax relief for individuals and businesses and not a tiny taxfree holiday. PROHIBIT REQUIRING PROOF OF COVID-19 VACCINATION (H 734) – The Emergency Preparedness and Management Committee BHRC | SEE PAGE 19
Page 18 For Advertising with Results, call The Advocate Newspapers at 617-387-2200 or Info@advocatenews.net TAX BENEFITS OF IRREVOCABLE TRUSTS taxes on. f you place your principal residence into an irrevocable trust to protect the equity for your children, you can sell your home and still take advantage of the $250,000 capital gains tax exclusion ($500,000 for a married couple) upon sale. For example, if you are single and you lived in your home for at least two of the five years prior to the date of sale of your home, and you sold your home for $750,000, with a purchase price of $500,000, the $250,000 capital gain would not be taxable. In order to determine your actual cost basis, you would be adding to the purchase price all capital improvements since acquisition such as a new roof, new windows, new heating system, kitchen renovation, bathroom renovation, asphalt driveway, etc., plus any and all closing costs on the sale of the house such as broker’s commission, tax stamps, legal fees and recording fees. Upon your death, the fair I market value of the home would become the new cost basis in the hands of the beneficiaries of the Trust, such as your children. If they were to sell the home shortly after your death, in all probability, there would then be no capital gains tax to pay. Only if the property appreciated significantly since the date of your death would there then be a capital gain to pay Keep in mind that once the five-year look-back period has passed, the house would not be a countable asset for MassHealth purposes and being held in the irrevocable Trust would avoid probate as well as estate recovery for MassHealth benefits paid. If the house were to be sold during your lifetime, the net sales proceeds would be placed into the irrevocable Trust to either purchase a new home to be held by the Trust or to invest the monies to generate income to be paid to you as an income beneficiary of the Trust. This would be the case if you decided to rent and not purchase a replacement property. The sale of the home and the purchase of a replacement home does not restart the five-year look-back period. Since the irrevocable Trust is drafted as a grantor-type Trust, even if you place a brokerage account into such a Trust, the interest, dividend and capital gain distribution income would be reported on a Trust tax return but the Trust would generate a Grantor Letter to be issued to the Grantor of the Trust (Settlor or Trustor) in order for the Grantor to be able to report this income on his or her individual income tax return at the much lower tax rates than those of Trusts. Not all types of assets are suitable to be placed into an irrevocable Trust as part of a Medicaid plan. For example, retirement accounts and IRA’s are assets that you would not place into such a Trust as to do so would create an immediate taxable event. 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. THE MALDEN ADVOCATE–Friday, June 23, 2023 MUSINGS | FROM PAGE 3 tive memories I am sure – terrible day!” • David Dortona said John was the “big brother he never had” and that he “missed him every day.” • Joani Fucci: “I remember Ross Schifano was actually walking under that bridge when it happened. He was a mess when he reached his home on Whitman St. I’m sure it’s etched in his mind forever; it was such a sad day in Edgeworth.” • Vinny Della Gatta recalls he saw Rossie running towards his house on Adams Street “crying like crazy.” He then went up the hill towards the tracks and saw what a mess the scene was. Then Ptl. Butchie Gennetti came up to him and told him to leave the area. It was the year Jimmy graduated, but the memory of that day has never left him. He lived behind Tricca’s on Adams close to the scene of the accident; he was in the shower when the train whistle loudly blew. He heard a thud and knew there was some sort of accident; that is when he ran outside and his life “changed forever.” He continued: “right next to Tricca’s Restaurant on the corner of Adams and Pearl after that happened is when they started to work on the track for the new transportation and made it so no one can just walk up there like the early 1950’s into the early 1970’s, I walked those same tracks to the Strand Theater and Al’s Pool Room all the time. Everybody remembers Al’s Pool Room; we all did our ‘homework’ there.” • Scotty Mallett: “My father was working on an addition to the Spadafora’s Florist Shop on Pearl St. against the tracks and real close to Tricca’s when all the commotion drew his attention, he and his crew ran up the hill to the tracks behind them. I remember my father coming home white as a ghost telling us what had happened. So sad, so young.” • Cheryl Rowe: “My dad was one of the police officers at the scene, he was the police photographer at the time. I had never seen my dad so devastated about anything he had ever seen on the job before or after that day. Cannot imagine what the families went through.” • Claire Lester: “My dad was a firefighter at Pearl Street Station, one of the first at the scene. I never saw my dad so upset when he got home.” • June Garrity Fagan: “I remember the loss of these two classmates very well, and it affected me deeply. Somehow at that age we think of ourselves as invincible. Death of a contemporary is so surreal. I will never forget the loss I felt for these two, nor the sense of loss it imposed on our class as we progressed through Malden High.” • Michele Jesi Magner: “It was horrific. For many of us at Beebe, it was our first experience attending any type of services. Still remember it to this day.” • Kathy Thing-Lewis: “I remember this so well. We lived in Oak Grove. John would come over and hang out with us. We had a wooden fence out in front of our house, we used to sit on the rails of it and some of us carved our initials on the top of the posts that held the rails. John’s initials were there for years until the old fence came down. I remember riding in a car with someone from the Community Center in the Grove right after we heard about it and the radio was playing Cat Stevens’ ‘Moon Shadow.’ So very sad.” It is said in “Malden Musings”... • The beautifully painted crosswalks on Salem Street – somebody forgot to let those driving through them that the paint was still wet. Insert smiley face! • Here’s hoping that Bravo Pizza reinvents itself into something Malden Square can be proud of. • Best breakfast in Malden, as we all know, is at Cornucopia Foods in Malden Square. Homemade muffins, pies and other delights await you as well. But what caught my eye recently was a poster in the window informing Maldonians that they now serve hot dogs! Who doesn’t love a good hot dog? Neil, I’ll be in soon for a couple of dogs “all around,” as we used to say whenever we’d order a dog or two at Joe & Nemo’s! • I ventured out of Edgeworth on my walk last week. Newland Street and environs were my destination. Glad I did. I discovered what a lovely, quiet neighborhood that area is. Joe and I thought of you, Cathy Mac, as we walked past Miller Park. Thank you to all that have implored me to leave Edgeworth every once in a while. Insert smiley face. • If you are ever on Appleton Street, stop for a moment and marvel at the tree that lives at 32 Appleton – an incredible sight to behold. • See retired MATV big cheese Ronny Cox lately?! He looks relaxed, tanned and years younger! Add that cool, hipster-style half-modified “van dyke” beard, and Ronny is ready for his closeup! Love ya dude – stay young, my friend! As Peter Falk’s iconic TV character Columbo would say, “Just one more thing, sir” – a couple of weeks back I wrote about Officer Neville, who patrolled the streets of Malden at the turn of the last century. Then there is this...an always welcome comment from the “Pride of Maplewood,” Neil Kinnon: “Another great column Peter. Always enjoyable. Was on my morning walk through Holy Cross Cemetery today and walked past MPD Officer Neville’s grave (Abraham Neville 1860-1921). Often wonder about the people in those graves’ lives, particularly the ones with ties to Malden. You ensure with your keyboard/pen he is not forgotten and for a few days brought back to life.” Postscript: In the “book of life is brief” department, let’s remember Ermelinda “Mimi” Callahan, Gloria J. (Iaobacci) Pasciuto and Mary G. (Cocco) Smeglin one last time. “What we have once enjoyed we can never lose. 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THE MALDEN ADVOCATE–Friday, June 23, 2023 Page 19 Maplewood Baptist Church and First Baptist Church of Malden Give it All Away Join us for our unique take on a traditional yard sale M aplewood Baptist Church and the First Baptist Church of Malden invite the Malden community to its fi rst-ever joint, FREE Yard Sale, on Saturday, June 24, from 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., at 493 Main St., corner of Main and Salem Streets. There will be tons of great stuff to choose from, from clothing to household items, and everything in between. Every item off ered BHRC | FROM PAGE 17 held a hearing on legislation that would prohibit the state, cities and towns from requiring proof of vaccination against COVID-19 as a condition of entry to any public buildings including state and local government buildings, all public and private schools and colleges and private businesses. “We put the bill forward to prevent public entities from requiring vaccination for entry into public buildings,” said Sponsor Rep. Peter Durant (R-Spencer). “This includes schools of any types.We have heard from a number of concerned parents that their children were not being allowed to attend college or other schools unless they were vaccinated.This created a devastating situation in which students and parents had to make a choice between getting something they may not have wanted and getting an education that they need.We believe that this creates a problem within the 14th amendment Privileges and Immunity Clause, as well as the Commerce Clause of the US Constitution. ALLOW ALCOHOL SALES ON THANKSGIVING (H 353) – The Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure Committee held a hearing on a proposal that would allow for the sale of alcohol on Thanksgiving. “Currently, 33 states already allow Thanksgiving alcohol sales including Maine, Vermont, New Hampshire, New York and New Jersey,” said sponsor Rep. David Linsky (D-Natick).“Prohibiting the sale of alat this yard sale will be given away, entirely for FREE. We want to show our neighbors and community the unconditional love of Jesus, with no strings attached. When asked, “Why are we having a FREE Yard Sale?” Pastor Gary McClenthen responded, “As a dad, I have often encouraged my children to DO ‘thank you,’ rather than simply just say it. In many ways, our free yard cohol on Thanksgiving likely dates back to colonial times when drinking alcohol on holidays was considered ‘unholy.” [The bill] would not require that a liquor store be open on Thanksgiving, but rather would give them that option. Notably, a majority of liquor stores that are open in states which do allow sales on Thanksgiving are closed by midday. This gives last minute shoppers the opportunity to purchase alcohol as they would any other item at the grocery store, while still allowing employees to celebrate Thanksgiving.” FINANCIAL SCAMS AGAINST SENIORS AND PEOPLE WITH DISABILITIES (H 613) – The Elder Affairs Committee held a hearing on a measure that would impose an additional $2,500 fi ne on anyone who is convicted of perpetrating a fi nancial or other fraud against a person if the person is a senior or disabled individual. The bill would also create a special account to distribute educational materials to seniors and people with disabilities on how to be on the lookout for frauds or scams and would fund seminars people to better inform them of their rights as a consumer. “I fi led this bill after hearing from many constituents over the years who were concerned with deceptive actions being perpetrated against seniors or people with disabilities,” said sponsor Rep. Bruce Ayers (D-Quincy). “Those who perpetrate fraud against seniors and disabled individuals are constantly changing their methods to try and sale will be a tangible thank you to God for his gifts of joy, peace, purpose, good friends, and a promised home with Him forever.” For more information about Maplewood Baptist Church, visit www.MBMalden.net. For more information about First Baptist Church of Malden, visit www. fbcmalden.org. Pastor Gary McClenthen can be reached at 781322-2636. fi nd new ways of committing fraud. We need to adjust our eff orts for prevention to be proactive in protecting our vulnerable residents from scams and fi nancial abuse.” LOAN REPAYMENT ASSISTANCE FOR HUMAN SERVICE WORKERS (H 214) – The Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities Committee held a hearing on legislation that would provide fi nancial assistance to some human service workers to repay their student loans. Under the program, human service workers who work 12 consecutive months for a minimum of 35 hours per week and who have an individual income of no more than $50,000 can qualify for loan repayment of up to $150 per month for up to 48 months. “Human service workers perform an extremely diffi cult job for woefully low wages,” said Rep. Jeff Roy (D-Franklin). “Assisting with repayment of student loans could help alleviate some of the fi nancial burdens that new graduates face when choosing to work in their fi eld of study. Given the cost of living in Massachusetts and the value added by ensuring that those who are in need receive the best care the commonwealth can give them, [this bill] seems a small step to show our human service workers that we value their important contributions.” SHOOTING AT A HOUSE OR APARTMENT (H 1681) – The Judiciary Committee held a hearing on a proposal that would impose up to a fi ve-year prison sentence and/ BHRC | SEE PAGE 20 aavvyvy S avy Dear Hard, The new FDA approved over-the-counter (OTC) hearing aids that hit the market last October have become a very attractive alternative to millions of older Americans with hearing impairment. These new hearing aids can be purchased at pharmacies, consumer electronics stores or online without a hearing exam, prescription, or appointment with an audiologist. And the savings are signifi cant. The average cost of an OTC hearing aid is about $1,600 per pair, which is about $3,000 less than the average price of a prescription hearing aid. But sorting through all the diff erent options and styles can be confusing. Here are some tips along with a reliable resource that can help you choose the right aid for you. Check Your Hearing Your fi rst step to getting a hearing aid is to get your hearing tested. Be aware that OTC hearing aids are designed only for people with mild to moderate hearing loss (signs include trouble hearing speech in noisy places, in groups, and during phone calls). The best place to get your hearing tested is through a hearing care provider like an audiologist. These in-person tests are usually covered by private medical insurance, and as of this year, Medicare will pay for general hearing evaluations without a doctor’s referral. You can also assess your hearing at home with a good app-based hearing test like Mimi (mimi.health) or SonicCloud (soniccloud.com). If you fi nd through your test that you have severe hearing loss (signs include being unable to hear spoken words even in a quiet room or trouble hearing loud music or power tools) then OTC aids aren’t the right solution for you. You’ll probably need a prescription hearing aid, which you must get through an audiologist or hearing instrument specialist. Choosing an OTC Aid If you decide that an OTC hearing aid may work for you, here are a couple pointers to help you choose. First, you need to know that OTC hearing aids come in two types: self-fi tting and preset. Self-fi tting aids typically use a smartphone app to setup and adjust the device to suit your specifi c hearing needs, which makes them better suited for seniors who are technologically inclined. While preset hearing aids are much simpler devices that come with a number of set programs for diff erent levels of hearing loss, and the controls are directly on the hearing aid. Also, because OTC hearing aids have a learning curve, it’s very important to know the level of customer support you’ll have access to. So, before you buy, fi nd out how long the company provides support after your purchase, and what sorts of experts will be providing the support. You also need to fi nd out about the company’s return policy. It can take weeks to get accustomed to wearing hearing aids and fi gure out whether they’re really working for you or not. So, make sure to choose a brand that off ers a minimum 30-day free trial period, or money back return policy. Best OTC Hearing Aids To help you cut through all the diff erent options the National Council on Aging (NCOA), which is a national nonprofi t organization that advocates for older Americans, recently assembled a review team who collectively spent more than 5,000 hours researching, testing and interviewing customers about OTC hearing aids. They came up with a list of nine winners based on such criteria as aff ordability, style and fi t. Their best OTC hearing aids for 2023 in their nine categories include: • Best for Seniors: Jabra Enhance (jabraenhance.com) • Best Invisible Fit: Eargo (eargo.com) • Most User-Friendly: Lexie (lexiehearing.com) • Most Aff ordable: Audien (audienhearing.com) • Most Financing Options: Audicus (audicus.com) • Best Remote Customer Service: MDHearing (mdhearingaid.com) • Best Rechargeable for the Money: Go Hearing (gohearing.com) • Best Variety: Lucid (lucidhearing.com) • Best Earbud-Style: Sony (electronics.sony.com) To learn more, see NCOA.org/adviser/hearing-aids/best-otchearing-aids. 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. avvy S oiorenniioor nior by Jim Miller Best Over-the-Counter Hearing Aids for Older Adults Dear Savvy Senior, Can you recommend some good over-the-counter hearing aids for seniors on a budget? I’m not sure what to get or where to buy them. Hard of Hearing
Page 20 THE MALDEN ADVOCATE–Friday, June 23, 2023 OBITUARIES Frank E. Grover Sr. Of Ma lden passed away June 13th 2023. Frank was born in Malden November 11th 1951 the son of John and Mary (Whitely) Grover. Frank grew up in Malden attending Malden high school although he left early to join the military, he managed to still get his diploma while serving 4 years in the United States Marine Corps where he served and earned the rank of Sergeant in the Vietnam War. Frank was the loving father of three sons Frank Jr., Chris, and Johnathan Grover. During his free time, he loved going to the Boston Back Bay V.F.W, playing B.I.N.G.O, and when he was younger, he wrote many articles for the Causeway Chronicle. Frank also loved spending time with his family. Frank is survived by his sons Frank Grover Jr. of Texas, Chris Grover of Texas and Johnathan Grover of Peabody, his siblings Donna Grover of Wakefi eld, Anna Mann of Stoneham and John Grover of New Hampshire, his grandchildren Lucas and Gracie Grover as well as many nieces, nephews, family members and friends. Frank was predeceased by his parents John and Mary (Whitely) Grover and his brother Barry Grover. Visiting hours were held at the Weir Funeral Home, Malden on Wednesday June 21st. Funeral services were held from the funeral home on Thursday June 22nd. Interment followed at Forest Dale Cemetery in Malden. James Michael O'Connor Of Malden. Passed peacefully away on June 8, 2023 at Massachusetts General Hospital. Beloved son of the late Brigid (McBrien) and Michael O'Connor. Loving brother of Paul V. O'Connor and the late Terrence F. O'Connor, Kevin J. O'Connor & John B. O'Connor. Cherished uncle of Camren O'Connor, Hunter O'Connor, Devin O'Connor, Aidan O'Connor, Gavin O'Connor, Ryan O'Connor, Colleen O'Connor & Jessica Crusco. Funeral and prayer service were held from the Salvatore Rocco & Son's Funeral Home, Everett, on Friday June 16th. Interment was held in Woodlawn Cemetery in Everett. CAVARETTA AND SON, LLC ~ DRAIN CLEANING SERVICES ~ Frank Cavaretta - Over 21 Years Experience * Main Lines * Kitchen Sinks “You clog it, we clean it!” 24-Hour Service * 781-526-4750 American Exterior and Window Corporation Nancy A. (Nutter) Edwardsen A lifelong resident of Malden, passed away peacefully in her home on Thursday, June 15. Nancy was born in Boston in 1939, the daughter of Warren and Mary Nutter. She was raised and educated in Malden, and graduated from Malden High School with the Class of 1957. She went on to study at Boston University at the Sargent College where she earned her Bachelor’s Degree in Education. In 1961, Nancy married Arnold Edwardsen, her sweetheart since 7th grade. The two settled down in Malden together to raise their family. They shared nearly 58 years of marriage until Arnie’s passing in 2019. BHRC | FROM PAGE 19 or $10,000 fi ne on anyone who discharges an assault weapon, fi rearm, large capacity weapon, machine gun, rifle, sawed-off shotgun or shotgun into a dwelling. Under current law this crime is a misdemeanor punishable by up to a 30-day jail sentence and/or $100 fi ne. Supporters also said that under current law the punishment is disproportionate to the severity of this type of incident. They noted this crime, primarily committed by gang members, is often used as an intimidation tactic without regard for the innocent people in the home. "Random and intentional gun shots into homes can cause grave physical and mental consequences to homeowners and their families,” said the bill's sponsor Rep. Rady Mom (D-Lowell). “It also creates an Nancy started her teaching career at Chelmsford High School. She taught Physical Education and also coached many of the sports teams, including volleyball, softball and basketball. She later taught at Open Bible Academy where she retired. In years past Nancy enjoyed playing tennis at Amerige Park in Malden with her friend Rose. She was an avid gardener and loved tending to her flowers. As a dedicated Red Sox fan, she never missed a game. She really enjoyed being outside, and spending time at the family cabin in Bartlett, NH. She treasured the time she got to spend with her 6 grandchildren. Nancy loved sports and immersed herself in her children's and grandchildren's games. In 1999, she was named to the Malden High Hall of Fame. unsafe environment and heightens public distrust in the neighborhood where it occurs.This bill will give law enforcement offi cers the necessary tools to keep our cities safe." QUOTABLE QUOTES “Recently, multiple news articles, op-eds, and think tank reports have asserted that Massachusetts is suffering an exodus of households, particularly high-income households, fl eeing to states with lower taxes. A closely related claim is that outmigrants are taking billions of dollars out of the Massachusetts economy when they leave. These claims about income migration are both overblown and based on a fundamental misunderstanding of the available data.” --- From a report by the Massachusetts Budget and Policy Center. ~ LEGAL NOTICE ~ NOTICE OF FUNDING AVAILABILITY HOME-ARP FUNDS AVAILABLE FOR AFFORDABLE HOUSING DEVELOPMENT PROJECTS Contact us for all of your home improvement projects and necessities Telephone: 617-699-1782 Toll Free: 1-888-744-1756 Email: info@americanexteriorandwindow.com Windows, Siding, Roofing, Carpentry & More! All estimates, consultations or inspections completed by MA licensed supervisors. *Over 50 years experience. *Better Business Bureau Membership. Insured and Registered Complete Financing Available. No Money Down. The North Suburban Consortium (NSC), which includes the communities of Arlington, Chelsea, Everett, Malden, Medford, Melrose, Revere, and Winthrop, has allocated $4,000,000 for the acquisition, construction, and/or rehabilitation of affordable rental housing for HOME-American Rescue Plan (HOME-ARP) Qualifying Populations pursuant to Section 3205 of the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021 and 42 U.S.C. 12701 et seq. The NSC is seeking proposals from non-profit housing developers, for-profit housing developers, and public housing authorities to develop rental housing under HOME-ARP. Eligible projects for HOME-ARP funding include the acquisition, rehabilitation, or new construction of rental housing. HOME-ARP funding must follow the requirements set forth on Notice CPD-21-10, https://www.hud.gov/sites/dfiles/OCHCO/documents/2021-10cpdn.pdf, and applicants for rental development funding should be familiar with pages 3-9, and 20-37 of the Notice. In addition to the specific new requirements for HOME-ARP set forth in the Notice, many of the operational and administrative requirements are the same as under the HOME program. The full Notice of Funding Availability will be available at https://www.cityofmalden.org/ bids.aspx beginning on Thursday, June 8th, 2023. Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis. Please direct any questions to Kristina Tseng, HOME Director, at ktseng@cityofmalden.org. June 09, 16, 23, 30, 2023 She is survived by her children, Heidi A. Prezioso of Everett, Kari L. Miller of Wakefi eld, Eric E. Edwardsen of Malden, and Kurt W. Edwardsen of Boston, her sister Marilyn Connolly of Pelham, NH, as well as her 6 grandchildren, Ricky, Giavanna, Christopher, Nicolas, Michael, and Ariana. Nancy was preceded in death by her husband Arnold Edwardsen. Funeral services will be held graveside at Puritan Lawn Cemetery, 185 Lake St, Peabody, on Friday, July 14th, at 10 AM. Visitation will be held at the Weir-MacCuish Golden Rule Funeral Home, 144 Salem St, Malden on Thursday, July 13th, from 4 – 8 PM. In lieu of fl owers, kindly consider making a donation to the Dana Farber Cancer Institute, 10 Brookline Place, W 6th fl oor, Brookline, MA 02445 “The MassTrails Grant program enables the Healey … Administration and our partners to grow our trails system and, ultimately, reduce transportation emissions. We know our residents want to get outside and enjoy their commute and their communities, but don’t always have an accessible, safe way to get around. MassTrails makes that possible through collaboration and connection.” --- Secretary of Energy and Environmental Aff airs, Secretary Rebecca Tepper announcing $11.6 million in funding through the MassTrails Grant Program to support 68 trail improvement projects across the Bay State. “Residents throughout our districts are struggling with substance use disorders and the data shows BHRC | SEE PAGE 22
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Page 22 THE MALDEN ADVOCATE–Friday, June 23, 2023 BHRC | FROM PAGE 20 1. On June 23, 1845, what state was annexed that is nicknamed the Lone Star State and includes the “Big Thicket” and the Panhandle? 2. How many sides does a nonagon have? 3. What is the meaning of the “19” in COVID-19? 4. Reportedly, what sport has been called diamond ball, indoor baseball, kitten baseball, mush ball and pumpkin ball? 5. What fl at picture can also be pictured in three dimensions? 6. On June 24, 1675, what war began in Swansea, Mass.? 7. In what city would you fi nd Carnaby Street (once famous for fashion)? 8. On June 25, 1924, what female who worked in the World War II war industry was born? 9. What does PIN stand for? 10. Reportedly, what game became popular at the same time as the invention of the cylinder lawn mower? 11. On June 26, 1870, what fi rst boardwalk in the United States opened? 12. What attracts June bugs? 13. On what continent was the fi rst swimming championship (a 400-meter race): Australia, Europe or North America? 14. On June 27, 2001, what actor (born in Boston) who appeared in “Grumpy Old Men” and “The Odd Couple” died? 15. In what Rodgers & Hammerstein musical is the song “June is Bustin’ Out All Over”? 16. In June Guinness World Records reported that in Boston, Mass., Chef Nick DiGiovanni with help created the largest ever of what English meat dish – weighing 56.79 lbs.? 17. On June 28, 2007, what bird was removed from the list of endangered and threatened species? 18. How are Brian, Dennis and Carl Wilson, Mike Love and Al Jardine similar? 19. In 1970 what TV show fi lmed “Salem Saga” episodes in Salem, Mass.? 20. On June 29, 1973, the Federal Energy Offi ce was created in response to what? ANSWERS Sandy Juliano Broker/President that this crisis is only continuing to grow. It is on us –as a commonwealth– to do whatever we can to increase treatment services in our communities, and these reimbursement rates for substance use providers play a critical role in that.” ---Sen. John Velis (D-Westfi eld) calling for the state to increase the MassHealth reimbursement rates for substance-related and addictive disorders program. "Action on reducing plastics is overdue. The pollution and litter are everywhere, the public --by dint of the 156 cities and towns who have passed local bans---is in support, and passing these bills will result in a cleaner and more sustainable commonwealth.” ---Janet Domenitz, Director of MASSPIRG on her support for several bills limiting the use of a variety of single use plastics. “The proposed bag regulations override the majority of local rules to ban reusable, recyclable American-made plastic bags in favor of higher-cost, imported alternatives that are still made from plastic, cannot be recycled, and have larger environmental impacts. We urge lawmakers to reject these unsustainable proposals that would increase costs on Massachusetts families and look forward to collaborating with all stakeholders on more sustainable, alternative approaches as these discussions continue.” --- Zachary Taylor, director of the American Recyclable Plastic Bag Alliance criticizing many of the bills. HOW LONG WAS LAST WEEK’S SESSION? Beacon Hill Roll Call tracks the 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 ~ HELP WANTED ~ * PIZZA MAKERS * COUNTER HELP * DELIVERY DRIVERS Please call: (617) 259-4482 or in-person: 340 Central St., Saugus A GREAT SEASON TO START FRESH IN A NEW HOME! Welcome Summer! Follow Us On: OPEN HOUSE SUNDAY, JUNE 25 12 NOON - 1:00 PM NEW LISTING BY NORMA! 709 Broadway, Everett, 4 units $1,350,000. SOLD OVER ASKING! LISTED BY SANDY! 3 Bedroom, 1 1/2 Bath Ranch, 6 Bridge Street, Tewksbury - $499,900. Call Sandy with questions, 617-448-0854. List Your Home or Apartment With Us! Open Daily From 10:00 A.M. - 5:00 P.M. 433 Broadway, Suite B, Everett, MA 02149 www.jrs-properties.com Joe DiNuzzo 617-680-7610 Norma Capuano Parziale 617-590-9143 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 fi led. 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 June 12-16, the House met for a total of 35 minutes while the Senate met for a total of 09 hours and 51 minutes. Mon. June 12 House 11:00 a.m. to 11:17 a.m. Senate11:09 a.m. to 11:20 a.m. Tues.June 13 No House session No Senate session Wed. June 14 No House session No Senate session Thurs. June 15 House 11:00 a.m. to 11:18 a.m. Senate11:26 a.m. to9:06 p.m. Fri. June 16 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. COMMERCIAL & RESIDENTIAL PROPERTY SALES & RENTALS Rosemarie Ciampi 617-957-9222 Denise Matarazzo 617-953-3023 617-294-1041 1. Texas 2. Nine 3. It was identifi ed in 2019. 4. Softball 5. Hologram 6. King Philip’s War 7. London 8. Rosalind Walter (Rosie the Riveter) 9. Personal Identifi cation Number 10. Croquet 11. The Atlantic City Boardwalk 12. Lights 13. Australia 14. Jack Lemmon 15. “Carousel” 16. Beef Wellington 17. Bald Eagle 18. They were “The Beach Boys” 19. “Bewitched” 20. The Arab Oil Embargo
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A 5-7 car detached garage awaits the ideal buyer that has loads of untapped potential above the garage that is heated. Minutes from major routes....$975,000. Call/text Peter at 781-820-5690 This lovely 3 bedroom home move right in home hosts a nice large eat in kitchen. This 3 B.R. Ranch with large fenced in yard. Excellent Fellsway location. Property being SOLD AS IS with contents (mostly clothes) to be sold/disposed of by buyer. Perfect for a handyman, flipper, rehabber or do it yourself person. This does not appear to be too far from move in condition, Hardwood floors throughout. Generous garage. Basement appears to have been finished and used as living space at one time... $599,000. Call/text Rosa at 781-820-0096 welcoming floor plan, open concept of living and dining room offers nice hardwood floors where you could enjoy casual or formal gathering where you could enjoy casual or formal gathering. The easy access for washer and dryer hook up on first floor along with a 1/2 bath is a great benefit Updated roof. $599,000 UNDER AGREEMENT UNDER AGREEMENT UNDER AGREEMENT
Page 24 THE MALDEN ADVOCATE–Friday, June 23, 2023 ............. # 1 Listing & Selling Office in Saugus “Experience and knowledge Provide the Best Service” Free Market Evaluations CRE CarpenitoRealEstate.com View our website from your mobile phone! 335 Central St., Saugus, MA 781-233-7300 SAUGUS - Desirable one-floor living in this 2 bedroom ranch, eat-in kitchen with slider to deck overlooking an amazing, 24,000 sq. ft. yard, circular, cement driveway, located in sought-after Iron Works neighborhood…$499,900. SAUGUS - 8 rooms, 3-4 bedroom multi-level home offers 3 full baths, granite kit, 1st floor laundry, fireplace lvrm, desirable 1st floor main bedrm, additional living space in lower level, deck, updated roof & vinyl siding, side street, located just outside of Saugus Center…$649,900. Summer is here and school is out! Children on bikes and lots of walkers! Please be safe on the roads. REVERE - 7 room Split Entry Ranch offers 2 full baths, eat-in kitchen, dnrm, lvrm, hardwood flooring, finished LL offers family room with fireplace, and wet bar, central air, garage, plenty of storage…$575,000. Double check all the crosswalks and all the bike trails. STAY SAFE & ENJOY THE SUMMER! SAUGUS - Custom, Sprawling Ranch features 8+ rms, 4+ bedrms, 4 full baths, granite kitchen, finished LL provides great space for the extended family, central air, security system, updated roof, large, level, corner lot w/inground pool, 1 car attached gar, circular driveway, located in Forest Highlands....$1,200,000. EVERETT - 1st Ad - 3 Bedroom Colonial, spacious kitchen, formal diningroom, livingroom with sliders to heated sunroom porch, 3 bedrooms on second floor plus small room for office/nursery. Great fenced in yard with detached garage. Great Location located across from Florence St. Park…$529,000. SAUGUS - 7 room, 3 bedroom Garrison Colonial offers 2 full baths, sunroom, kit w/center island, finished lower level offers family rm and second kitchen updated roof, easy access to all major Routes & shopping…$575,000 COMING SOON COMING SOON - 3 BED, 2 BATH SPLIT LOCATED IN DESIRABLE INDIAN ROCK. 2 FIREPLACES, LARGE ROOMS, LARGE YARD, BUILT-IN POOL. GREAT HOME. BRING YOUR DECORATING IDEAS. NEEDS UPDATES. SAUGUS LOOKING TO BUY OR SELL ? CALL JUSTIN KLOACK CALL DEBBIE FOR DETAILS 617-678-9710 UNDER CONTRACT FOR SALE - RARE FIND! BRAND NEW HOME FEATURING 3 BEDS, 3 BATHS, QUALITY CONSTRUCTION THROUGHOUT. FLEXIBLE FLOOR PLAN. OPEN CONCEPT, CATHEDRAL CEILINGS, SS APPLIANCES, LARGE ISLAND, SLIDER TO DECK. MAIN BED HAS 2 CUSTOM CLOSETS AND EN SUITE. FINISHED WALK OUT LL OPEN FOR FUTURE EXPANSION. SAUGUS $859,900 CALL DEBBIE: 617-678-9710 UNDER CONTRACT FOR SALE- 3 BED, 1.5 BATH RANCH. VINYL SIDING, GAS HEAT, CENTRAL AC,GARAGE, HARDWOOD, LARGE BASEMENT, ALARM SYSTEM, NEWER ROOF. SAUGUS $599,000 CALL KEITH 781-389-0791 INVESTMENT OPPORTUNITY 978-815-2610 LOOKING FOR EXPERIENCED AGENTS WHO WANT A NO HASSLE, NO NONSENSE OFFICE. WE ARE LOOKING FOR AGENTS WHO WANT TO MAKE A DECENT PAY WITHOUT PAYING HIGH FEES. ARE YOU A GO GETTER? PERHAPS BI-LINGUAL? WILLING TO GO ABOVE AND BEYOND? CALL US TODAY!! MOBILE HOMES FOR SALE- 5 ROOM, 2 BED, 1 BATH LIVING ROOM ADDITION, LAUNDRY ROOM COULD BE 3RD BEDROOM PEABODY $119,900 FOR SALE-5 ROOMS, 3 BED, 1 BATH, UPDATED WITH HARDWOOD FLOORS, NEW APPLIANCES, PITCHED ROOF, AND CENTRAL AIR PEABODY $179,900 CALL ERIC 781-223-0289 NEW PRICE FOR SALE -4 FAM LOCATED NEAR PEABODY SQUARE. FULLY RENTED WITH LONG TERM TENANTS. EACH UNIT HAS PRIVATE ENTRANCE. 2 DRIVEWAYS, 8 CAR PARKING + 2 CAR GARAGE. CORNER LOT. 2 NEWER GAS HEATING SYSTEMS, SEPARATE ELECTRIC, CLOSE TO PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION. PEABODY $975,500 CALL RHONDA 781-706-0842 FOR SALE FOR SALE UNDER FOR SALE FOR SALE - 3 BED, 2.5 BATH COLONIAL. FIREPLACE LIVING ROOM. 3 SEASON PORCH. HUGE FENCED YARD. GREAT GARAGE FOR WORK SHOP OR CAR COLLECTOR. TEWKSBURY $659,900 CALL DEBBIE 617-678-9710 CONTRACT FOR SALE - FREE STANDING CONDO IN 55+ COMMUNITY FEATURING 2 BEDS, 3.5 BATHS WITH PRIVACY AND SCENIC VIEWS. LARGE ROOMS AND CATHEDRAL CEILINGS. SPA LIKE BATH. THEATRE ROOM, GYM, AND GAME ROOM. MIDDLETON $1,199,999 CALL JUSTIN FOR DETAILS 978-815-2610 MOBILE HOME FOR SALE-LARGE ROOMS 2 FULL BATHS, STAINLESS APPLIANCES, 10X10 DECK. RECESSED LIGHTING. NICE YARD PITCHED ROOF 2 CAR PARKING JUST GORGEOUS PARK RENT ONLY 227 A MONTH INCLUDES RE TAXES, SEWER AND WATER. SNOW PLOWING, AND RUBBISH REMOVAL....2023 CHAMPION 14 X 66 PEABODY $249,900 CALL ERIC 781-223-0289 FOR SALE- CUSTOM BUILT 5 BED, 3 FULL, 2 HALF BATH HOME BUILT IN 2020. THIS OPEN CONCEPT HOME IS STUNNING. 11’ ISLAND WITH WATERFALL EDGES, THERMADOR HIGH END APPLIANCES, CUSTOM TILED BATHS. NO DETAIL LEFT UNDONE! SAUGUS $999,900 CALL KEITH 781-389-0791 THINKING OF BUYING OR SELLING SOON? CONFUSED ABOUT THE CURRENT MARKET AND WHAT IS GOING ON WITH INTEREST RATES AND INVENTORY? WE ARE HERE TO HELP! GIVE US A CALL TODAY!
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